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8 Of The Best Snowy Westerns

To celebrate the release of new western The Timber, we explore the tradition of these breathtaking, snow-covered classics that showcase both sides of the beautiful rugged landscape. The stunning white mountains decorate the scenery but the freezing, unforgiving weather is how many meet their fate.

7 Facts You Need To Know About X-MEN: APOCALYPSE

It was 16 years ago in 2000 when the first X-Men movie came out, and now the world eagerly awaits what many believe will be the final X-Men movie, X-Men: Apocalypse.

The Rise Of Nicholas Hoult

With Kill Your Friends available now on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD, we take a look at the rise of its star.

The Curious Case Of IMDB's Missing BATMAN V SUPERMAN Critics Reviews

Have IMDB banned critics reviews of Warner Bros. blockbuster?

Has Brand Allegiance Killed Hollywood Creativity?

With Batman V Superman predictably raking in the cash, what chance for originality in today's Hollywood?

Horror Movies Shouldn't Need To Scare You

Horror films don't scare you? Who cares? The genre has a lot more to offer than shocks.

Is It Acceptable For Critics To Walk Out Of Movies?

Leonard Maltin has confessed to walking out of Zoolander 2 after only an hour. Is this acceptable behaviour from a  professional critic?

Jacob Tremblay: One To Watch

To celebrate the release of Room, in cinemas now, we’re taking a look at the incredible nine-year old Jacob Tremblay and why this rising young star is one to watch.

THE HATEFUL EIGHT's Film And TV Homages

As you would expect from a Tarantino film, The Hateful Eight is jam-packed with references to film and TV.

What Makes A Christmas Movie?

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Christmas. For some it’s a time to reflect on the birth of Jesus. For others, it’s about spending quality time with the family (or pretending to enjoy the company of your in-laws). But if you’re a movie lover, the holiday season is all about bingeing out on your favourite festive flicks while flopped on the couch like a pregnant hippo, preferably with a glass of mulled wine in one hand and a box of extremely fattening chocolates within reach of the other.

FRANK SINATRA: The Unsung Star

In roles that didn't require his vocal talents, Sinatra proved himself a natural actor.

Happy Birthday Vivien Leigh!

November 5th sees the anniversary of the birth of a legendary actress and Hollywood icon.

Filmmakers and stars reveal their favourite horror movie moments!

We asked some of our filmmaking friends to tell us about the movie scenes they find the scariest. Here are their answers...