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Pattinson Faces a Harder Fight in The Batman Part II
Robert Pattinson says the sequel’s fights are taking a greater toll, while leaked footage, a secretive cast and another delay raise the stakes.
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Viggo Mortensen’s Iconic Scream Was Painfully Real
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Kate Winslet Just Ruined the Most Iconic Scene in ‘Titanic’
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Leonardo DiCaprio Nearly Lost Titanic After One Diva Demand
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Jake Gyllenhaal’s Nightcrawler Scene Went Horribly Wrong
Jake Gyllenhaal became so immersed in an intense Nightcrawler scene that he smashed a mirror, badly cut his hand and ended up needing numerous stitches.
Leonardo DiCaprio Really Bled in This Django Scene
Leonardo DiCaprio sliced his hand open during one of Django Unchained’s most intense scenes, but instead of stopping, he stayed in character and kept going.
Venice Film Festival Masterclasses Go Big
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