The controversy surrounding Sydney Sweeney and her latest project about the American boxer Christy Martin is not new in the world of biographical films: many of them have made the real people, their heirs and their fans unhappy
He was born 130 years ago, but his acting legacy has touched new generations. Keaton’s eventful life taught us lessons about fame, the film industry and the public’s love
The son of a renowned Hollywood character actor, Bridges wanted to be a painter and musician, but his natural talent and knack for picking roles led him to stardom
‘The Smashing Machine’ has put Dwayne Johnson’s name in the Oscars running, but it’s not the first time an actor associated with muscles has displayed thespian talent
The star of classics like ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Honey, I Shrunk the Kids’ has been away from the screen for over 30 years, but a sequel to ‘Spaceballs’ will bring him back in 2027
The British actor is more famous for the films he turned down, like the ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ saga, than for the ones he’s starred in. But television has been his refuge, and his role as Ed Gein in ‘Monster’ might be the most acclaimed of his career
The upcoming release of the movie ‘Good Boy’ has led to to a barrage of online searches about whether its canine protagonist dies, proof of our deep-seated aversion to pet fatalities
The historical drama starring Ryan O’Neal and Marisa Berenson returns to theaters 50 years after an opening as tumultuous as its production
More than four decades after the original won over critics and audiences alike, a new installment with Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan is reviving the saga that no one initially believed in
Behind the attacks against an actor who always takes a political stand, it is not difficult to sense an orchestrated campaign to undermine his reputation. There are those who think that if everyone is miserable, their own moral misery will be a little more diluted
No one believed that such a mix of adventure, horror, comedy, and thriller would be a hit. It remains so 40 years later, and new interpretations are emerging all the time
He’s already triumphed in film and television, both in front of and behind the camera, and he wields significant political influence. His Tony nomination has allowed him to gain a foothold in the only territory he had left to conquer
Director Wes Anderson recently revealed that the late Gene Hackman didn’t fully understand his character in ‘The Royal Tenenbaums.’ But he’s far from the only one — plenty of actors have delivered memorable performances without having a clue about what they were doing
On paper, they were the heroes audiences were supposed to love, the ones driving the story forward. Yet somewhere along the way, they fell out of favor
She began as a fan favorite in ‘Game of Thrones’ at the age of 11, but her transition to a more mature role in apocalyptic fiction has made her a target for the Trumpist internet, which criticizes her physical appearance, gender identity, and ideology
The renowned Latvian dancer remains deeply engaged in his work at the helm of the artistic center that bears his name, and recently joined Pedro Almodóvar for one of the filmmaker’s major nights in the United States
Over the decades, various actors have portrayed the iconic spy, but not all found equal success in moving beyond 007
The ‘Magnum, P.I.’ star and Monica’s beloved boyfriend on ‘Friends’ has had a successful film career — just not the kind that playing Indiana Jones would’ve delivered
He was declared a big-screen phenomenon before a series of bad artistic decision led to him taking a break — and now he’s back, with ‘The Agency’ and ‘Black Bag’
From Matt LeBlanc to Tom Selleck, television legends from different eras have hoped their small-screen success would carry over to the big screen, only to face disappointing box office results. Now, as ‘Bridgerton’ star Regé-Jean Page takes his shot, we look back at cases that tell a larger story about Hollywood, talent, and luck
It’s Hollywood’s favorite narrative: a sex symbol finally earns the respect of critics
The comedian rose to fame for his crude pranks and shock humor, which influenced shows like ‘Jackass.’ Now he runs a farm in his native Canada and has returned to the screen with three documentaries that offer a glimpse into his new life
The actor has been more focused on political causes than on his career in recent years, but the 2023 ‘Asphalt City’ indicates that the industry’s enfant terrible still wants to be seen on the big screen
Adrien Brody’s nomination for ‘The Brutalist’ may demonstrate that the challenges often associated with winning an Academy Award can be overcome. While many great actors have struggled to navigate the weight of such recognition, a select few have managed to rise above it
EL PAÍS reviews the roles that have caused the big headaches for major Hollywood stars, be it criticism for a fake accent or for failing to learn their lines
The Netflix documentary ‘Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action’ examines the program considered the worst in the history of American television. It crossed unimaginable moral red lines but left a legacy that, in part, explains the current political landscape
He’s the epitome of the ‘good American,’ who has managed to keep his distance from controversy thanks to simply doing what we expect of a star: deliver hit after hit for 40 years. His latest film ‘Here’ could be another cause for affection
