Eric Bana astonishes as Mark 'Chopper' Reid

Eric Bana's performance as Mark "Chopper" Read in the 2000 Australian crime drama film "Chopper" received widespread critical acclaim. Here are some highlights.

Richard Roxburgh triumphs as Detective Roger Rogerson in Blue Murder

Richard Roxburgh's performance as Roger Rogerson in the TV series "Blue Murder" and "Blue Murder: Killer Cop" received positive reviews from critics. Here's what we know:

Film producer David Lynch has died aged 78.

David Lynch has died aged 78. David Lynch was a renowned film director, screenwriter, and artist, rather than just a producer. He's known for his surrealist and often unconventional style, which has captivated audiences and inspired generations of filmmakers.

Some of his most famous works include:

• - Eraserhead (1977)
• - Blue Velvet (1986)
• - Wild at Heart (1990)
• - Twin Peaks (1990-1991, 2017)
• - Mulholland Drive (2001)
• - Inland Empire (2006)

Lynch's films often explore themes of identity, trauma, and the human condition, frequently incorporating elements of mystery, horror, and dark humour. He's also known for his collaborations with actors like Kyle MacLachlan, Naomi Watts, and Isabella Rossellini.

Throughout his career, Lynch has received numerous awards and nominations, including several Academy Award nominations. He's widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential filmmakers of his generation.

All about Clint Eastwood

Clint Eastwood is an American film director, producer, actor and composer. He rose to fame in the 1960s as the "Man with No Name" in the "Dollars Trilogy" of spaghetti Westerns, and has since appeared in over 50 films. Eastwood has also directed more than 30 films, including the award-winning "Unforgiven" (1992) and "Million Dollar Baby" (2004). He is known for his distinctive style, which often includes minimal dialogue and a focus on action. Eastwood has won four Academy Awards, and has been nominated for five others. He is also a politically active individual, having served as the mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California from 1986-1988.

Here are some of Clint Eastwood's highly acclaimed films (not in any particular order):

• "Unforgiven" (1992)
• "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" (1966)
• "Million Dollar Baby" (2004)
• "Gran Torino" (2008)
• "Dirty Harry" (1971)
• "Letters from Iwo Jima" (2006)
• "Mystic River" (2003)
• "The Outlaw Josey Wales" (1976)
• "A Perfect World" (1993)
• "Invictus" (2009)

Clint Eastwood is still actively involved in the film industry. He continues to direct, produce, and act in films. His most recent films as a director include "Richard Jewell" (2019) and "Cry Macho" (2021). He has also been a producer on several films, including "The Mule" (2018), which he also starred in. Eastwood remains a prominent figure in Hollywood and continues to be recognized for his contributions to the film industry.

#ArtemisFowl New Trailer and Movie Poster

ARTEMIS FOWL

Directed by: Kenneth Branagh

Cast: Ferdia Shaw, Lara McDonnell, Josh Gad, Tamara Smart, Nonzo Anozie, Colin Farrell, Judi Dench
Australian Release Date: May 28, 2020

Synopsis: Disney’s Artemis Fowl, based on the beloved book by Eoin Colfer, is a fantastical, spellbinding adventure that follows the journey of 12-year-old genius Artemis Fowl, a descendant of a long line of criminal masterminds, as he seeks to find his father who has mysteriously disappeared. With the help of his loyal protector Butler, Artemis sets out to find him, and in doing so uncovers an ancient, underground civilization—the amazingly advanced world of fairies. Deducing that his father’s disappearance is somehow connected to the secretive, reclusive fairy world, cunning Artemis concocts a dangerous plan—so dangerous that he ultimately finds himself in a perilous war of wits with the all-powerful fairies.

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Arnie's back! New trailer for TERMINATOR: DARK FATE

TERMINATOR: DARK FATE – in cinemas October 31, 2019







SYNOPSIS: Linda Hamilton (“Sarah Connor”) and Arnold Schwarzenegger (“T-800”) return in their iconic roles in TERMINATOR: DARK FATE, directed by Tim Miller (Deadpool) and produced by visionary filmmaker James Cameron and David Ellison. Following the events of Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Terminator: Dark Fate also stars Mackenzie Davis, Natalia Reyes, Gabriel Luna, and Diego Boneta.



DIRECTED BY: Tim Miller

PRODUCED BY: James Cameron, David Ellison

STARRING: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Mackenzie Davis, Natalia Reyes, Gabriel Luna, and Diego Boneta.

Customised Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Inspired by Marvel Characters

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Harley-Davidson (H-D) and Marvel unveil Super Hero Customs, a collection of custom Harley-Davidson motorcycles inspired by some of the most powerful and iconic Marvel characters.

The Punisher - Up Front (Sportster)

For over 110 years, H-D has championed personal freedom and individuality through customisation of its motorcycles. Today, it reignites that passion by unveiling 27 custom motorcycles, each one uniquely designed to reflect the personality and traits of a Marvel Super Hero.

Just like characters in the Marvel universe, no two customised Harley-Davidson motorcycles are the same; different powers, agilities and looks. The collaboration showcases some of the most popular Marvel characters and Harley-Davidson models - a Groot-inspired Street Glide Special from the Touring range, a Thor-inspired Breakout from the Softail family, and a Black Widow-inspired Iron 883 from the Sportster family to highlight just a few.

V-Rod Muscle based on "Ironman"

2016 also marks the 75th anniversary of Captain America’s first appearance in a Marvel comic. To celebrate this, and his Harley-Davidson riding history the highly anticipated Captain America custom Harley-Davidson motorcycle will be on display at Myer, Pitt Street Mall, Sydney from August 15 – September 5.

Harley-Davidson spokesperson, David Turney says, “The spirit of freedom is alive and thriving in the Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special. Like Captain America, it leads from the front with strength, power and endurance, enabling you to venture to new worlds and beyond.”

“We customised the Captain America Street Glide Special to inspire Harley-Davidson dealers across Australia and New Zealand to create their own Marvel character inspired custom motorcycle using the wider H-D range. The results have been phenomenal. A true combination of super powers, with over 16 Marvel characters represented,” Turney says.

"Harley-Davidson and its dealers have done an amazing job with this Marvel inspired collection. It’s exciting to see such a rich legacy of iconic characters and their individual stories so creatively captured," said Gavin Ashcroft CMO of the Walt Disney Company AUNZ.

Harley-Davidson and Marvel fans can visit participating Harley-Davidson dealerships which will have their individual Super Hero Custom motorcycle on display or visit h-dmarvelcustoms.com to vote for their favourite character, trait or bike. Consumers will go in the draw for a chance to win the ultimate Harley-Davidson and Marvel holiday to Hollywood and Las Vegas.

Oz Comic Con Sydney (September 10 & 11, 2016) is the only event in the country where you’ll be able to get up close and personal with an assortment of this remarkable collection.

The Harley-Davidson and Marvel Super Hero Customs range includes the following characters and participating dealerships:

• Captain America, Street Glide Special (Touring) – Harley-Davidson Australia & New Zealand head office (NSW)
• Spider-man, Iron 883 (Sportster) – Phil’s Garage (NSW) and Canberra H-D (ACT)
• Iron Man - Muscle (V-Rod) – McIver & Veitch (NZ) & Adelaide Bike Works (SA)
• Thor, Breakout (Softail) – Harley-Heaven Western Sydney (NSW)
• Hulk, Fat Boy Lo (Softail) – Geelong H-D (VIC)
• Hulk, Breakout (Softail) - Sun City H-D (QLD)
• Spider-Gwen, Street 500 (Street) - Gasoline Alley Harley-Davidson (QLD) & Fraser Motorcycles Newcastle (NSW)
• Black Widow, Iron 883 (Sportster) – Harley-Heaven Melbourne (VIC) & Sy’s H-D (NSW)
• Wasp. Iron 883 (Sportster) – Fraser Motorcycles Perth (WA)
• Groot, Street Glide Special (Touring) – Fraser Motorcycles Wollongong (NSW) & Central Coast H-D (NSW)
• Ultron, Night Rod Special (V-Rod) - Horsham H-D (VIC) & Harley Central (VIC)
• Drax the Destroyer, Fat Bob (Dyna) - North Coast V-Twins (NSW) & Richardson’s Harley-Davidson (TAS)
• Black Panther, Breakout (Softail) – Fraser Motorcycles Concord (NSW) & Western Ranges (NSW)
• Ant-Man, Street Bob (Dyna) – Harley City (VIC) & Gold Coast Harley (QLD)
• The Punisher, Forty-Eight (Sportster) – SunShine Coast (QLD) & Rolling Thunder MC (NZ)
• Ghost Rider, Road Glide Special (Touring) – Morgan & Wacker Brisbane (QLD)
• Thanos, Street Glide Special (Touring) – Harley-Heaven Adelaide (SA)

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Panel At San Diego Comic Con - Comic-Con International 2015

Following the `Star Wars` Hall H presentation at Comic-Con International 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., 501st Legion member, Kevin Doyle and the audience of more than 6000 fans walked to a surprise `Star Wars` Fan Concert performed by the San Diego Symphony, featuring the classic `Star Wars` music of composer John Williams, at the Embarcadero Marina Park South on July 10, 2015 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Kevin Doyle

Byline: Michael Buckner

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Spy - New movie with Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham, Jude Law and Rose Byrne

SPY

Release: 21 May 2015

Directed by: Paul Feig

Cast: Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham, Jude Law, Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, Allison Janney, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, Miranda Hart

Genre: Comedy / Action

Susan Cooper (Melissa McCarthy) is an unassuming, deskbound CIA analyst, and the unsung hero behind the Agency's most dangerous missions. But when her partner (Jude Law) falls off the grid and another top agent (Jason Statham) is compromised, she volunteers to go deep undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer, and prevent a global disaster.

Derek Zoolander and Hansel walk the runway

PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 10: Derek Zoolander and Hansel walk the runway at the Valentino Fashion Show during Paris Fashion Week at Espace Ephemere Tuileries on March 10, 2015 in Paris, France. ZOOLANDER 2 will open in theaters in the U.S. on February 12, 2016. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images For Paramount Pictures)

20,000 Women Set to See 50 SHADES OF GREY [video]

Fifty Shades of Grey, the global phenomenon and hit erotica trilogy, is to date the largest and fastest selling Chicks at the Flicks film ever with over 20,000 women set roll up on opening night to in Event, BCC and Greater Union Cinema nationally.

With the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy novels having sold over 45 million copies in the U.S. and an additional 27 million copies in the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth countries, and translated into 51 languages, it is no surprise over 300 sessions have sold-out at Event, BCC and Greater Union Cinemas nationally of which 150 are Chicks at the Flicks - Fifty Shades of Grey is set to join other films such as the Twilight Sagas and The Hunger Games Trilogies having the highest advance ticket sales of all time, showing consumers are keen to book their seats early.

Chick at the Flicks (AHL)

Not only do guests to Chicks at the Flicks get to watch the hotly anticipated Fifty Shades of Grey and enjoy the chance for a catch up with the girls, but they can indulge in a swag of girly experiences including beauty stalls, entertainment, and glamorous prize giveaways. All guests to ‘Chicks at the Flicks’ will also receive a fantastic goodie bag brimming with yummy food and fabulous beauty products.

"We are thrilled with the ticket sales of 50 shades of grey with ticket sales already breaking records," said Ian Sutherland, Group Director Marketing, Amalgamated Holdings Limited. “It is great to see movie goers pre-booking in Gold Class our luxury cinema experience and at Chicks at the Flicks, the ultimate girls movie experience!’

“We will continue to add more sessions of the film where possible to meet demand and ensure we are offering our movie goers the ultimate cinema experience with big screens, big sound and unparalleled comfort through Vmax and Gold Class”, Sutherland continued.

Fifty Shades of Grey opens across Australia on February 12, just in time for Valentine’s Day which makes for the perfect date night in Gold Class and for those girls eager to catch the movie first with ultimate girly experience, there are special Chicks at the Flicks screenings at selected cinemas on opening night.

Check out the new look portal for more information about the changes to Cine Buzz Rewards -

www.eventcinemas.com.au/cinebuzz

Hollywood icon Lauren Bacall dead at 89

US actress and star of Hollywood's post-war golden age, Lauren Bacall, died Tuesday at her home in New York, her family said. The 89-year-old actress suffered a major stroke, family members said. Bacall starred opposite Humphrey Bogart in some of her most well-known films, including To Have and Have Not (1944), The Big Sleep (1946), Dark Passage (1947) and Key Largo (1948). One of the most famous Hollywood couples of the time, Bogart and Bacall had two children and were married for 11 years until his death in 1957. "With deep sorrow, yet with great gratitude for her amazing life, we confirm the passing of Lauren Bacall," the Bogart Estate said on Twitter. The actress known for her sultry appeal and low, husky voice appeared in over 70 movies spanning several decades, as well as numerous stage appearances.

The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel - trailer

Release: 26 March 2015

Directed by: John Madden

Cast: Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Bill Nighy, Dev Patel, Penelope Wilton, Celia Imrie, Ronald Pickup, Diana Hardcastle, Tamsin Greig, Tina Desai, Lillete Dubey with David Strathairn and Richard Gere

Genre: Comedy / Drama

Synopsis: THE SECOND BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL is the expansionist dream of Sonny (Dev Patel), and it’s making more claims on his time than he has available, considering his imminent marriage to the love of his life, Sunaina (Tena Desae). Sonny has his eye on a promising property now that his first venture, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel for the Elderly and Beautiful, has only a single remaining vacancy – posing a rooming predicament for fresh arrivals Guy (Richard Gere) and Lavinia (Tamsin Greig). Evelyn and Douglas (Judi Dench and Bill Nighy) have now joined the Jaipur workforce, and are wondering where their regular dates for Chilla pancakes will lead, while Norman and Carol (Ronald Pickup and Diana Hardcastle) are negotiating the tricky waters of an exclusive relationship, as Madge (Celia Imrie) juggles two eligible and very wealthy suitors. Perhaps the only one who may know the answers is newly installed co-manager of the hotel, Muriel (Maggie Smith), the keeper of everyone's secrets. As the demands of a traditional Indian wedding threaten to engulf them all, an unexpected way forward presents itself

Exodus: Gods and Kings

Release: 1 January 2015
Directed by: Ridley Scott
Cast: Christian Bale, Joel Edgerton, Aaron Paul, John Turturro, Sigourney Weaver, Ben Kingsley
Genre: Action/Adventure

From acclaimed director Ridley Scott (Gladiator, Prometheus) comes the epic adventure “Exodus: Gods and Kings,” the story of one man’s daring courage to take on the might of an empire. Using state of the art visual effects and 3D immersion, Scott brings new life to the story of the defiant leader Moses (Christian Bale) as he rises up against the Egyptian Pharaoh Ramses (Joel Edgerton), setting 600,000 slaves on a monumental journey of escape from Egypt and its terrifying cycle of deadly plagues.

Robin Williams Dead

Sheriff: Robin Williams dead of apparent suicide

Oscar-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams was found dead of an apparent suicide on Monday 11 August 2014 in his Tiburon home, near San Francisco, according to the Marin County Sheriff's Office.The news brought an outpouring of mourning - from his family, Hollywood friends and even the White House. Susan Schneider, Williams' wife, asked in a statement for her husband to be remembered by "the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions." "This morning, I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost one of its most beloved artists and beautiful human beings," she said. "I am utterly heartbroken."

The Maze Runner - Movie Trailer

Release: 18 September 2014

Directed by: Wes Ball

Cast: Dylan O’Brien, Kaya Scodelario, Will Poulter, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Aml Ameen

Genre:  Thriller

Synopsis: Based on the best-selling young adult thriller, THE MAZE RUNNER is set in a post-apocalyptic world, where Thomas is deposited in a community of young men after his memory is erased. After learning they’re all trapped in a maze, Thomas joins forces with fellow “runners” to not only escape the maze, but solve its riddle and reveal the chilling secret of who brought them there, and why.

Actor James Garner dead at 86

James Garner in the 1966 John Frankenheimer film, Grand Prix

Angeles: Legendary Hollywood actor James Garner, known for his roles in movies like `The Rockford Files` and `The Notebook`, is dead. He was 86.

Garner died Saturday, but the cause of his death is not known yet, suggest reports.

The law enforcement sources said an ambulance was dispatched to the actor`s home here around 8 p.m. Saturday evening and he was dead when they arrived on scene.

Garner was one of the first actors to amass success in both television and film and he starred in a lot of classics.

Known for the comedy series `Maverick`, in which he played Bret Maverick from 1957-1960, the actor even acted in the 1994 big screen version of `Maverick`, which starred Mel Gibson in the lead role.

Oscar-winning actor Maximilian Schell dead at 83

Actor, filmmaker, opera director - Maximilian Schell, the first German-speaking actor ever to receive the Academy Award, died overnight in a hospital in Innsbruck after "a sudden and severe illness," his agent Patricia Baumbauer said Saturday. He was 83.

Helen Mirren takes aim for new cinema release, Red 2

Deadly sharp-shooter for hire, Victoria (Helen Mirren) in a scene from Dean Parisot's RED 2.
In cinemas August 29.A Hopscotch eOne film release.
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Game of Clones: a new twist on Westeros

Photographers revel in recreating the Game of Thrones look and feel with their own interpretations.

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