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What working magicians consulted and trained the actors in “Now You See Me 2”?

One of the producers of "Now You See Me 2" is David Copperfield, the internationally-renowned illusionist. Hypnotist Keith Barry was also consulted, as were sleight of hand experts Andrei…

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Ask the Director: Will Allen on “Holy Hell” and his 22 Years as a Cult Member

ScreenPrism speaks with Will Allen, the ex-cult member and documentary filmmaker behind "Holy Hell."

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What happened to Elliot Stabler on “Law & Order: SVU”?

Christopher Meloni's character of Elliot Stabler officially resigned off-camera in the Season 13 premiere. The departure shocked fans and rattled the show, breaking the dynamic of its two…

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Ask the Director: Tom Tykwer on Lightness, Darkness and Outsourcing in “A Hologram for the King”

ScreenPrism speaks with Tom Tykwer about "A Hologram for the King," his adaptation of Dave Eggers' 2012 novel of the same name.

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What can the absence of Luke Skywalker tell us about the “Star Wars” sequel trilogy

There are many questions about Luke Skywalker left to be answered. These appear to be the soul of the sequel trilogy.

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Ask the Production Designer: James Pearse Connelly on “The Voice” and his Love for Reality TV

The Emmy Award-winning production designer and art director discusses his work on "The Voice" and the essentials of good design.

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Are film images of disfigurement inflected by gender?

Film images of disfigurement and disability are heavily influenced by gender, as shown in classic noir films like "A Woman's Face" and "Hollow Triumph."

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Is Jane still a virgin? How does the Season 2 finale poke fun at that question?

The Season Two finale is a self-reflexive opportunity for the show's writers to gently mock the audience.

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In “Game of Thrones,” why can Hodor only say “Hodor?” Why is the reveal so huge for the story?

[SPOILERS] Hodor became "Hodor" because of a link between the past and future, manipulated by Bran Stark, at the moment of Hodor's adult death.

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How closely does “Love & Friendship” adapt unfinished Jane Austen novella “Lady Susan”?

"Love & Friendship" is a Jane Austen adaptation that is likely to please Austen devotees and Whit Stillman's cult following in equal measure.

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How will “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” relate to the “Harry Potter” series?

"Fantastic Beasts" is not a true prequel to the "Harry Potter" stories, but is set nearly 70 years prior to the events of the original story and tells a new story with new…

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What is the unlikely story behind Doris Roberts joining the cast of “Remington Steele”?

It's been a month since beloved character actress Doris Roberts passed away. Here's how her underrated role in "Remington Steele" came to be.

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