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The art of creation is undeniably enigmatic, as inspiration can emerge from the most unexpected quarters and seemingly unrelated things can intersect. For instance, some of Jonathan Nolan’s creative ideas stemmed from an improbable source, yet they fit perfectly well. In fact, the producer openly acknowledged that the film The Dark Knight Rises was significantly influenced by Fallout, a classic video game that has experienced a resurgence in popularity due to a popular TV series.

Have you heard that the memorable mirror scene from Tobe Hooper’s movie Poltergeist was actually motivated by a chilling experience had by Steven Spielberg while making his first film, Duel?

As a dedicated gamer, I can’t help but feel nostalgic about the Scream franchise – it’s like an unending treasure trove of fear! Wes Craven originally conceived this horror masterpiece way back in 1996, and it wasn’t long before it became a cultural icon. The original Scream stood out thanks to its sharp social commentary, clever meta-narrative, and the way it kept pushing the boundaries of the slasher genre. It’s no surprise that numerous sequels followed suit, with Craven constantly reinventing the storyline.

Frieze has made significant strides since its establishment as an arts magazine in 1991. A decade later, the first Frieze London was launched in 2003, followed by additional events in New York, Los Angeles, and Seoul that have grown to be major highlights on the cultural scene. Preparing for its 21st edition in Regent’s Park, Frieze London 2024 promises to be one of its largest events yet, featuring over 160 galleries from 43 nations. These include prominent international galleries like Gagosian, Sprüth Magers, and David Zwirner, as well as influential London-based spaces such as Victoria Miro, Maureen Paley, and White Cube.

The excessive number of “small workspaces” proved a significant challenge in ending the 2023 Writers Guild of America work stoppage, and the recently signed three-year agreement now mandates a certain level of staffing to put an end to the Hollywood writers’ strike.