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    August 17, 2017

    Yet more Batman rumours surface over Affleck’s future in the role.

    It’s probably accurate to say that Ben Affleck was not a popular choice when he was first announced as taking on the role of Batman back in 2013. For our… Continue reading "Yet more Batman rumours surface over Affleck’s future in the role."

  • Celebrities, News

    August 17, 2017

    Tom Cruise M:I6 injuries confirmed by Paramount.

    Tom Cruise is more seriously injured than previously thought after his accident on the set of Mission Impossible 6. The actor who is well known for performing many of his… Continue reading "Tom Cruise M:I6 injuries confirmed by Paramount."

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    August 17, 2017

    Ron Howard Tweets intriguing on-set picture from his Han Solo movie.

    Ron Howard has been leaving little breadcrumbs on Twitter about his upcoming Han Solo prequel movie. Previously his tweets have been quite vague but this latest one is a little… Continue reading "Ron Howard Tweets intriguing on-set picture from his Han Solo movie."

  • In Defence of..., Retrospectives, Reviews

    August 16, 2017

    In Defence of… Quantum of Solace (2008).

    In what will become a regular feature on Film ’89, we take another look at a maligned and/or misunderstood film that may have not received the credit it deserves and… Continue reading "In Defence of… Quantum of Solace (2008)."

  • Celebrities, News

    August 16, 2017

    James Cameron pays tribute to Bill Paxton.

    Beloved film and television actor Bill Paxton sadly passed away earlier this year following complications during heart surgery aged just 61. Throughout his career he provided numerous stand out performances… Continue reading "James Cameron pays tribute to Bill Paxton."

  • News, Television

    August 16, 2017

    Jon Bernthal talks about Netflix’s forthcoming Punisher show.

    After a rare misstep with Iron Fist, Marvel and Netflix will be looking to get back on form this month with their superhero team up The Defenders. On top of… Continue reading "Jon Bernthal talks about Netflix’s forthcoming Punisher show."

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    August 16, 2017

    Will Han Solo appear in Star Wars: The Last Jedi?

    Whilst still a rumour at this time, there are rumblings of speculation that Harrison Ford has shot a flashback scene for Star Wars: The Last Jedi that will reunite his… Continue reading "Will Han Solo appear in Star Wars: The Last Jedi?"

  • Celebrities, News

    August 16, 2017

    Daniel Craig confirms he will return for one more Bond film.

    Following our report yesterday regarding the uncertainty of Daniel Craig’s future as James Bond the actor was asked whether he will play the secret agent again during his appearance on… Continue reading "Daniel Craig confirms he will return for one more Bond film."

  • News, Television

    August 15, 2017

    James Van Der Beek talks about Adi Shankar’s 2015 R-rated Power Rangers short film.

    James Van Der Beek has stated that he considers producer Adi Shanker one of his best friends, and has heaped praise upon him for being crazy enough to have the… Continue reading "James Van Der Beek talks about Adi Shankar’s 2015 R-rated Power Rangers short film."

  • Celebrities, News

    August 15, 2017

    Daniel Craig adds fuel to the fire regarding rumours of his future as Bond.

    Recently it was reported that Daniel Craig had signed a multi million dollar deal to reprise his role as James Bond for the fifth and possibly even sixth time. However… Continue reading "Daniel Craig adds fuel to the fire regarding rumours of his future as Bond."

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