Actors Tricked Into Starring in a ‘Friday the 13th’ Film
In 1984, a young actor named John Shepherd was on the cusp of achieving his breakthrough moment in the film industry. His opportunity came unexpectedly when he secured a leading role in a project initially titled Repetition. Excited by the…
Jason’s Heroics in ‘Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter’
In the iconic fourth installment of Friday the 13th, Jason Voorhees embodies his notorious role as a relentless killer. However, behind the scenes, the actor portraying this hockey mask-clad murderer, Ted White, displayed remarkable heroism by stepping in to protect…
Gene Siskel’s Attempts to Sabotage ‘Friday the 13th’
Gene Siskel’s Bold Critique of the Iconic Horror Franchise was one of the earliest signs that the infamous horror character, Jason Voorhees, would haunt cinema for generations. His disdain for the Friday the 13th franchise was evident from the very…
Audition for Two Blockbuster Films: Blackie Lawless’s Experience
Could W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless have achieved fame as a leading actor in Hollywood? While we may never uncover the definitive answer, the talented musician recently disclosed to Chris Jericho on the Talk Is Jericho podcast that he was invited…
Inaccurate Scene Added by Bob Dylan in His Biopic
In a surprising twist, legendary musician Bob Dylan intentionally included a scene in his upcoming biopic that is factually incorrect, demonstrating his creative freedom during the film’s production. Despite the concerns raised by director and co-writer James Mangold, Dylan stood…
Weirdest Christmas Movies from 1984 to 2024
The first-ever Christmas movie, Santa Clause, debuted in 1898, paving the way for a vast array of holiday-themed films. Fast-forward to 2024, and we anticipate Hallmark’s release of an impressive 41 new holiday movies, complemented by Lifetime’s addition of another…
Lord of the Rings Popcorn Bucket: A Cautionary Delight
Beware: The Movie Nerds Are Getting Equipped! AMC appears to be pushing the boundaries of the burgeoning custom popcorn bucket trend to new extremes. Their latest offering, a popcorn bucket crafted as a replica of a war hammer from the…
Authorized Documentary to Celebrate Fleetwood Mac’s Legacy
Fleetwood Mac is set to unveil their first officially sanctioned documentary, with the acclaimed filmmaker Frank Marshall at the helm of this exciting yet-untitled project for Apple, as reported by Deadline. This documentary promises to be a comprehensive exploration of…
Rock Music Videos Inspired by Movies and TV: 17 Must-See Clips
While the core competencies of being part of a band primarily revolve around music composition and performance, a crucial and often underestimated element of the role is the art of music video production. Crafting a compelling music video allows artists…
Hollies vs. Radiohead: The Truth Behind ‘Heretic’ Lawsuit
In the chilling new horror film Heretic, actor Hugh Grant portrays Mr. Reed, who plays the iconic Hollies? ?70s hit ?The Air That I Breathe.? While he notes that his chosen victims might not recall this classic tune, he confidently…
Bruce Springsteen Meets Jeremy Allen White on Biopic Set
During the filming of the highly anticipated biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere, Bruce Springsteen had a memorable encounter with actor Jeremy Allen White, who was dressed as the iconic musician from the 1980s. This meeting not only highlights the connection…
How Sean Penn Became ?Spicoli? in ?Fast Times at Ridgemont High’
Fast Times at Ridgemont High arrived in theaters in 1982 and struck a chord with film followers, in half due to the characters. Stoner surfer Jeff Spicoli, performed by Sean Penn, is only one specific instance which helped to make…