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Dakota Johnson slams 'psychotic' Fifty Shades franchise
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Why the future of film is fake
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Iconic star throws shade at popular movie
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Robin Williams' daughter to make directorial debut
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Cameron Diaz makes surprising career announcement
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Elvis or Top Gun? The film that's officially won the box office
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Johnny Depp could be set for $470 million movie return
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Ben Affleck's 10-year-old son hits parked car with Lamborghini
The yellow Lamborghini still had its engine running when Samuel got inside the vehicle.
Opinion: We need to respect Tom Hanks' sacrifice for dud role in Elvis
It's official: Tom Hanks has made a career-first misstep.
Spartacus actor apologises to unborn daughter after Roe v Wade overturned
"I feel a need to apologise to her and she hasn't even been born."
Prince William 'perfect candidate' to be next James Bond
When asked who she'd like to see replace Daniel Craig, a 007 producer shocked fans.
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Tell-tale sign Depp-Heard saga is far from over
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Baz Luhrmann's Elvis biopic enters the realm of pure fantasy.
Review: Is 'Elvis' the King of musicals or will it leave you all shook up?
We review Baz Luhrmann's brash, in-your-face, glittery biopic about Elvis.
Taika Waititi reveals he stole from Sir Peter Jackson
The popular Kiwi director dropped a few secrets on The Late Show.
Kate Middleton's unexpected nod to Sex and the City
Eagle-eyed SATC fans have spotted the duchess' subtle nod to Carrie Bradshaw.
Brad Pitt joined Alcoholics Anonymous after Angelina Jolie split
The actor has opened up about his sobriety journey in a new interview with GQ.
Watch: Trailer released for Muru, a response to the Tūhoe raids
The film will open the NZ International Film Festival ahead of release on September 1.
Review: Dame Whina Cooper biopic worth marching to the cinema for
This biopic about one of Aotearoa's most iconic leaders is powerful stuff.
The new must-have for women: A male orgasm coach
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Lilo & Stitch at 20: How it broke the mould long before Moana
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Bradley Cooper slams popular Hollywood director
The actor said he will "never forget" his clash with the famous director.
Bond girl reveals the loneliness of teenage stardom
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