Gabriel Byrne reveals the chaotic, joke‑filled making of The Usual Suspects, from the infamous line-up scene to the on‑set antics that shaped the cult classic.
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A childhood car‑ride story turned into a chaotic, cream‑splattered musical as Alan Parker and his young cast built Bugsy Malone against all odds.
Brian Henson reveals how grief, bold choices and Michael Caine’s intensity shaped The Muppet Christmas Carol into a beloved holiday classic.
From Victorian battlefields to modern minefields, we rank the ten greatest films about British soldiers that capture the grit, humour and heart of the squaddie.
From a cricket bag to the National Film Registry, the star of Stanley Kubrick’s dystopian masterpiece recounts the gruelling six-month shoot that defined his career.
Alex Winter looks back at the "most excellent" making of Bill & Ted, from his first meeting with Keanu Reeves to the secrets behind their iconic style.
From a surprise letter to the ruins of a London gasworks, Matthew Modine reveals the chaotic, "backwards" brilliance behind Stanley Kubrick’s Full Metal Jacket.
From Philip Seymour Hoffman to Regina King, we’re celebrating the masters of the craft.
Discover how these 10 legendary character actors bring soul, nuance, and "deeper truths" to the screen.
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#Interview From a personal panic attack in Dublin to an Oscar nomination.
I sat down with writer-director John Kelly to discuss his hit animation Retirement Plan, collaborating with Domhnall Gleeson, and midlife anxiety.
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Pen Densham is trading the director's chair for the "vibration" of nature. In our latest interview, the creative force behind Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves discusses his 18-year journey to "unlearn" the rules of the lens and capture the essence of Qualia.
Rik Mayall played Peeves in Harry Potter but was cut from the film; discover why the mischievous poltergeist never made it to Hogwarts.
From record-breaking car crashes to a literal "cocaine budget," the making of The Blues Brothers was a high-octane fever dream that redefined the Hollywood musical — and solidified John Belushi as the most unpredictable man in show business.
From Carrie Fisher’s addiction battle to the Wadsworth that almost was, discover the high-stakes casting secrets behind the cult classic board game movie.
#Interview Max Burgoyne-Moore and Salvatore Scarpa discuss their BAFTA-qualified film Largo, a moving fable of refugee resilience starring Zack Elsokari and Tamsin Greig.
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#Interview Director Zak Fenning and star Tony Cook talk "A Gangster’s Life": a gritty Brit-crime debut blending London murk, Greek escapes, and "pre-installed" chemistry.
Sean Young reflects on No Way Out, recalling an unsettling audition, uneasy nudity, and why the film — and her performance — wouldn’t be made the same today.
From burying actors alive to accidental fireballs, discover how John Carpenter used "no-nonsense" practical effects to create cinema’s most terrifying icons.
Rik Mayall played Peeves in Harry Potter but was cut from the film; discover why the mischievous poltergeist never made it to Hogwarts.
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Plan your ultimate Westeros pilgrimage with our guide to the best Game of Thrones locations in Northern Ireland. From Winterfell to the Iron Islands, discover the top filming sites, travel tips, and a 3-day itinerary for fans. www.top10films.co.uk/59237-top-10...
$75 million for 20 days of wardrobe prep? Inside the social media backlash to Melania Trump’s "vanity project" as Amazon’s record-breaking gamble faces a box-office chill. www.top10films.co.uk/90089-12-bru...
What if time travel was smart — and the people using it weren’t? We speak to Tim Travers writer-director Stimson Snead about paradoxes, cult sci-fi and creative irritation.
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A Jewish convert, a Muslim doctor, and a "holy snip." We spoke with director Alexander Saul and producer Rebecca Pruzan on their Oscar-qualified short Snipped, darkly funny look at the "sacred absurdity" of ritual and why coexistence is closer than we think. www.top10films.co.uk/89998-interv...
The great Alan Rickman as the Sheriff of Nottingham in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.
Rickman actually significantly re-wrote the part, working with, among others, Ruby Wax, to add more comedy and gravitas to a role he dubbed "terrible" initially.
Bill Paxton as Chet in Weird Science.
The great Rudy test: watch it and try not to cry.
Trying to decide what #Christmas movie to watch on Sky Cinema & Now TV? Here are our picks. www.top10films.co.uk/75246-the-be...
When Peter Greene played the villain, forgetting the character was never an option.