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The Sexism Is Out There: Gillian Anderson Slams All-Male Team For 'The X-Files'
This could be a case for Mulder and Scully, and for Fox's continuing revival of The X-Files. Being a huge part of the sci-fi circuit since its inception in 1993, the show about aliens and abnormalities made household names of its stars David Duchovny and #GillianAnderson. With the latter going on to have a career resurgence thanks to roles in Hannibal and American Gods, as well as tipping herself to play James Bond, Anderson is one of Hollywood's leading ladies.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
Banks a Lot, Stevie: Elizabeth Banks Calls Out 'Sexist' Steven Spielberg for His Movies
Uh oh, here come the drums of controversy once again, and it looks like one woman you sure don't piss off is Rita Repulsa, a.k.a. #ElizabethBanks. The Power Rangers and Pitch Perfect star has taken to her soapbox to call out acclaimed director #StevenSpielberg for the lack of female leads in his films. Quite where the argument has come from is unknown, but Banks is definitely not a happy lady.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
There's No Place Like Clone: Tom Holland Reveals Which Spider-Man Arc He Wants In The MCU
Tom Holland may not have even cast his web across the Queens skyline for Spider-Man: Homecoming, but the 21-year-old is already looking to the future of the MCU franchise. With the hero himself dropping the spoiler that Disney is taking him on a standalone trilogy journey, we have plenty of time to flick through the pages of a #comicbook and select some suitable #SpiderMan stories.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
The (Bat)Man Of The Moment: Ben Affleck Is 100% Playing Bruce Wayne In 'The Batman'
Gotham City is once again lighting up its Bat Signal in hopes that the Caped Crusader will come to save the day. Sure, the #DCEU may not have had an easy ride in the Batmobile, while the upcoming #Batman solo film has had a tougher time than most. From #BenAffleck's departure as director to Matt Reeves coming on board, then leaving, then returning, you need your own sophisticated Batcomputer to keep track of what is going on.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
Gods Walk Among Us: 'Wonder Woman' Star Confirms Huge Fan Theory
With #PattyJenkins and #GalGadot still ruling the superhero roost with #WonderWoman, there is no sign of the female-first powerhouse slowing down. After lassoing a tidy $300 million at the box office, you can forget rusty robots and soggy pirates, Diana, princess of Themyscira, is still all anyone is talking about.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
Time To 'Wright' The Wrongs: Robin Wright Set To Quit 'House Of Cards' And Acting Over Unfair Pay
If you are a murderous and deceitful (fictional) President of the United States, it is easy to imagine that there isn't much that terrifies you. However, in the case of #KevinSpacey as Frank Underwood, there is one person who strikes fear into the hidden heart of the corrupt politician. For four seasons of #HouseofCards, we have watched #RobinWright rule the roost as the fiery Claire Underwood, Frank's career and bedroom opposition.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
Bedknobs And Broomsticks: Guillermo Del Toro Reveals Regrets For Not Directing Harry Potter
The wizarding world of #HarryPotter was the perfect potion of child-friendly action and lovable characterization, and the franchise ruled the box office nearly every year from 2001 to 2011. Warner Bros. adapted #JKRowling's book series for cinema, turning the acclaimed writer's seven books into eight films as our lightning-scarred hero encapsulated a winning combination of fantasy and magic.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
'Pull' The Other One: Bill Pullman Confesses He Hadn't Seen Star Wars Before 'Spaceballs'
Schlocky, schticky, and a hell of a lot of fun, #StarWars parody #Spaceballs has become one of the greatest cult films of the past 30 years. #MelBrooks directed and starred in 1987's zany comedy, which was a clever riff off the Star Wars movies before the likes of Jason Friedberg and Aaron Seltzer sucked all the comedy out of spoof films.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
The Legend of the Bright Knight: Batman Actor Kevin Conroy Pays Tribute to Adam West
As Hollywood shines the Bat-Signal brightly into the sky, we rightfully mourn the passing of #AdamWest. Making it to the grand age of 88, West tragically died from Leukemia on June 10, but joyfully left behind a legacy of work since he started acting in 1954.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
4 Actors Who Wish They Never Auditioned For Superhero Movies
Now, that's probably not a phrase we'll hear any time soon from the actors in the current class of Marvel & DC alumni. With the booming success of nearly anything superhero, we're sure to see the franchises evolve and grow for who knows how long. Yet, there was a time when superhero movies ran the risk of ruining an actors career.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
Ariana Grande Paid A Visit To Hospitalized Manchester Fans Before Her Amazing One Love Benefit Concert
Ariana Grande returned to Manchester to offer comfort and support to victims of the May 22 bombing that targeted her fans. Ahead of yesterday's One Love concert, Grande visited Royal Hospital Children's Hospital, where she met with fans recovering from the attack.
By Rachel Carrington8 years ago in Geeks
