As a film enthusiast, I must commend Mel Gibson for his early work such as “The Man Without a Face” and his later masterpieces like “Hacksaw Ridge,” “Apocalypto,” and “The Passion of the Christ.” Each one presents a unique perspective on human struggle, faith, and survival that truly resonates with audiences.
As a devoted cinema enthusiast, I find myself immersed in a captivating narrative where Jason Lee, Ken Marino, Taran Gillam, and Jane Curtin join forces with Mary Wiseman, Bronson Pinchot, Julian McMahon, and an array of other characters who all become potential suspects. The crime unfolds during a State Dinner at the White House. In her relentless pursuit for justice, Cupp grills everyone inside the White House to unravel the mystery surrounding the murder of Chief Usher A.B. Wynter.
In the latest installment of the beloved film discussion podcast, “Blank Check with Griffin & David,” my cherished co-host, Griffin Newman, shares an intriguing tidbit about his past. It seems he once auditioned for an unnamed Lucasfilm animated series that bore a striking resemblance to an Indiana Jones-style adventure.
Beyond being the delightful co-pilot on “Blank Check,” Griffin is a versatile actor, gracing our screens as Arthur in “The Tick” and lending his voice to characters like Chip in “Disenchanted,” Mad Hatter in “Harley Quinn,” and Orko in “Masters of the Universe: Revelation.” His uncanny ability to impersonate Watoo on “The George Lucas Talk Show” podcast may have even caught the attention of Lucasfilm for this series.
Griffin clarified that the series was less about Indiana Jones per se, but rather it echoed the spirit of the River Phoenix opening sequence in “The Last Crusade.” As he put it, “It wasn’t Indiana Jones so much as it was a nod to the opening of The Last Crusade.
Beginning April 1st, the critically acclaimed movie “No Country for Old Men” will be streamable on Peacock. Previously, it was released by Miramax Films in the U.S. and Paramount Pictures internationally. However, due to the dynamic nature of licensing and streaming rights, Peacock has now become the platform where many consider this film – a modern classic by the Coen brothers – resides.
Veteran actor Akshay Kumar, also known as “Khiladi Kumar”, has been keeping himself occupied with professional engagements. Lately, he was seen departing from Mumbai’s private airport amidst a flurry of photographers. Amid his rush to get to his next destination, the busy star took time out to strike a pose for the cameras. He offered a friendly wave to the media as he left the scene.