Why Will Smith almost turned down huge role
His career would have looked very different if he hadn’t taken advice from industry pals.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest from Movies
'It's snowing, baby!' Jason Momoa celebrates his birthday in Queenstown
The 'Aquaman' star celebrated his 44th birthday on a cold winter's day down south.
‘Barbenheimer’ isn’t funny in nuclear-scarred Japan
New York Times: Jubilant fusion of the two films has caused anger in Japan.
The truth about Trinity: how accurate is Oppenheimer?
What the hit biopic gets right - and wrong - about the American Prometheus.
Heartbreaking update from Oscar-winning icon
Judi Dench says her eye disease is so bad she can’t read scripts or see on sets any more.
Man behind most hated Star Wars character reveals devastating toll
He thought landing the role was a dream come true. It turned into a nightmare.
Hollywood’s secret weapon: Meet the 91-year-old revered costume designer
New York Times: Inside the studio of the costume master who helped give us Mamma Mia!
Ariana Grande slammed by co-star's estranged wife
Lilly Jay says her family is “collateral damage” over her ex's romance with star.
Ryan Gosling rejects co-star on Barbie red carpet
A video has surfaced of Ryan Gosling and co-star Simu Liu sharing a tense moment.
Can Kevin Spacey make a comeback to Hollywood?
The actor who once ruled film, stage and the small screen has been acquitted.
Bizarre edit to Oppenheimer's nude scene
Florence Pugh's much-talked-about nude scene has received a hasty edit in some countries.
The Rock’s ‘historic’ move amid Hollywood strike
The star is putting his money where his mouth is when it comes to the SAG-AFTRA strike.
Opinion: Barbie has never been a great symbol, but she’s an excellent mirror
New York Times: I played with her. I renounced her. Now I finally think I understand her.
Revealed: The Hollywood stars who turned down roles in Barbie
Several big names turned down the chance to be part of Barbie's impressive ensemble cast.
From a flop to record breaking success: Greta Gerwig's cinematic rise
Loved Barbie? Need more of the director's punchy storylines? Look no further.
'Crazy': Barbie breaks box office record, selling out in NZ
Fans are flocking to theatres in record numbers to see Greta Gerwig's Barbie.
How Margot Robbie became the ultimate 21st century movie star
Hard-working and hands-on, Robbie remains un-blinkered by fame or ego in the industry.
Your favourite shows and films affected by Hollywood strikes
Mission Impossible, The Last of Us and Yellowjackets are all on hold.
‘Barbenheimer’ is a huge Hollywood moment and maybe the last for a while
New York Times: Launch of Barbie and Oppenheimer should have been a celebratory moment.
Opinion: Barbie is a rare winner in the corporate culture wars
Financial Times: American business finds itself increasingly in the cross hairs.
‘Hell and back’: Jamie Foxx's teary health update
Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx is recovering from an undisclosed medical condition.
Letters: Football Ferns, transport and Auckland shooting
OPINION: Letters on artificial intelligence, the military and films.
Is The Out-Laws a crime against comedy or does it steal enough laughs?
Can even 007 save Netflix's new crime-comedy?
What you need to know before taking your kids to the Barbie movie
Your kids may love Barbie, but is the new movie appropriate for them to see?
Review: Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’ is a thing of dark, imposing beauty
Review: "Oppenheimer" moves too fast to come to any neat conclusions.
Review: Why Barbie movie misses the mark but is still worth a watch
One of 2023's most anticipated films could have been Barbietastic but sadly falls short.
Mission: Impossible for Tom Cruise: Meeting Hollywood expectations
New York Times: It earned $126m in the first five days. The industry was hoping for more.
Lindsay Lohan gives birth to a son, reveals cute name
The former child star has become a mum.
Elton John's surprise testimony in Kevin Spacey trial
The singer appeared briefly in the London court by video link from Monaco.
Sindy, Bratz and Lorde's cameo: 5 potential Barbie movie knock-offs
With Barbie a global hit we guess and cast the next wave of star-studded toy-based movies.
Michael J. Fox's sweet message to wife Tracy Pollan on 35th anniversary
Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan's on-set romance is still going strong after 35 years.
A who’s who of Ponsonby Central: A business hub for film-makers, top chefs and tech giants
Ponsonby Central has become home to some of Aotearoa's big names in business.
Mission difficult: Tom Cruise’s faces major filming blow
Hollywood actors have begun striking over pay and protection from AI.