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Iconic actress who worked with Welles and Hitchcock dies aged 100

Actress Peggy Webber, who worked for Orson Welles and Sir Alfred Hitchcock, has died of natural causes aged 100, her son has confirmed.

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Quote of the day by Alfred Hitchcock, 'There is nothing to winning, really. That is, if you happen to be blessed with a keen eye, an agile mind, and no scruples whatsoever' offers strong life advice on success, ambition, winning, intelligence, moral compromise, teaches perspective, authenticity in today's society where rivals try to win at all costs

Quote of the day by Alfred Hitchcock holds relevance in today's modern social media-driven era as it reveals an uncomfortable truth about competition: intelligence and awareness can make victory easier, but character determines what that victory means. A person may possess exceptional talent, remarkable instincts and the ability to outmaneuver…

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How Hitchcock’s Vertigo gave us the dolly zoom – one of cinema’s trippiest visual effects

In one scene from Alfred Hitchcock’s 1958 thriller Vertigo, lead character John “Scottie” Ferguson (James Stewart) is shown following Madeleine Elster (Kim Novak) up a bell tower.

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This AI smartphone can pull off Hitchcock's hardest camera trick in Vertigo without a film crew

Look how far digital filmmaking has come.

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Quote of the day by Saul Bass: “Design is thinking made visual”

Why a belief in simplicity feels more relevant than ever.

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Quote of the Day by Joan Fontaine: “In the old days they were so lavish that… – Inspiring lessons on creativity, luxury, personal comfort, confidence and why a pleasant environment inspires great work by the British-American actress known for her timeless performances deep insights on positivity and artistic expression

Quote of the Day by Joan Fontaine: Joan Fontaine’s quote, “In the old days they were so lavish that you would bring the paintings from your home to hang on your dressing room walls,” reflects the remarkable luxury and grandeur of Hollywood’s golden age. The quote highlights a time when…

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Cool Machine by Colson Whitehead review – final part of the Harlem Trilogy is freewheeling fun

The grit and grandeur of 80s New York drive this rollicking story of an underground wheeler-dealer

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Magic of movies lies not in realism, but in ability to make us believe the impossible

Filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock's belief that 'film should be stronger than logic' resonates with audiences who embrace escapist cinema. While some dismiss this as artistic compromise, the author argues that emotional impact often trumps strict plausibility. Recent horror films and M. Night Shyamalan's thriller 'Trap' exemplify this, captivating viewers despite improbable…

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Stephen King Loves AppleTV's 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed': It's star Dolly de Leon Says the Bigger Victory Is Representation - EXCLUSIVE

Dolly de Leon knows what it means to carry a community on screen. For years, the Filipina actress has been part of a global conversation about visibility, especially after her breakout role in Triangle of Sadness made her one of the most recognizable Filipino performers working internationally.

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Reddit short stories are popular in Hollywood – joining a long trend. Here are 5 of the best short stories on film

Short stories published on Reddit have been selling for lucrative amounts to studios like Warner Bros, Amazon MGM and Netflix. It seems there’s no need to write a full screenplay: a few thousand words in a short story could be enough to kick start a Hollywood dream.

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Bruce Dern takes a bow at the Cannes Film Festival with a new documentary on his life

Bruce Dern had to play the long game

The Independent UK

70 Years Ago, An Iconic Director Brilliantly Remade His Own Thriller

Alfred Hitchcock's 1934 film 'The Man Who Knew Too Much' was terrific. His 1956 remake was even better.

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Handcuffs, dog bites and avian warfare: how personal grudges sullied Alfred Hitchcock’s reputation

The director liked to create tension on-set to draw out stronger performances. But have stories about his psychological tricks been inflated in the retelling?

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10 Classic Hollywood Movies That Are Secretly Queer

It doesn't take a film noir decetive to spot it.

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Kim Novak says Sydney Sweeney is ‘totally wrong to play me’ in biopic

The 93-year-old says Sweeney ‘looks sexy all the time’ and she ‘never approved’ Scandalous, drama about her romance with Sammy Davis Jr

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Paul Feig announces that The Housemaid sequel will begin shooting later this year

Paul Feig has revealed that the sequel to The Housemaid will begin production this autumn with both Sydney Sweeney and Michele Morrone returning from the first film.

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Biggest Snubs In Oscar History: Movies That Should Have Won

From the shocking "Wicked" shutout in 2026 to Hitchcock's empty trophy shelf, discover why the Academy keeps missing the mark and which films history proved right.

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Minimalist horror 'Undertone' uses audio and soundscapes to scare you

Horror filmmaker Ian Tuason is making his feature debut with “Undertone.”

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4 Horror Movie Masterpieces Every Film Lover Should Watch

The weekend holidays are coming up and treating yourself by watching a classic horror film would be a great way to spend your free time. Of course, if you scroll through the internet you will be able to see endless horror film suggestions. However, there are some gems of world…

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Strangers On A Train Might Not Be Hitchcock's Best Movie, But It's My Favorite. Here's Why.

We don't talk about Bruno.

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: inside the lives of remarkable cancer surgeons

A consultant reveals what it’s like to tell someone they have cancer. Plus: eight artists paint a Henry II’s ‘bling’ fortress. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

Hitchcock’s The Lodger has been turned into a vertical microdrama. What’s next – Psycho on Snapchat?

A silent-era classic has been reframed for the vertical scroll of phone screens. Is this innovation, sacrilege, or just another way to repackage cinema history?

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Paul Feig took inspiration from Alfred Hitchcock during the making of The Housemaid

The Housemaid director Paul Feig was inspired by the legendary filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock during the making of the thriller.

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Wade Wilson: Deadpool #1 pays homage to an iconic Alfred Hitchcock movie moment

Cary Grant, eat your heart out

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Rob Reiner had the greatest ever run of movies, Richard Osman says as Hollywood director found dead

Richard Osman rates the legendary Hollywood director as one of the greatest of all time

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