Production designer Nathan Crowley tells us about his first movie with Christopher Nolan – 2002’s Insomnia, and its chilly outdoor filmmaking.
Having broken through with the low-budget thriller Memento (2000), Christopher Nolan made his Hollywood debut with Insomnia in 2002 – a remake of the Norwegian film of the same name. Starring Al Pacino as a quietly guilt-ridden LA cop investigating a murder in an Alaskan fishing town, Insomnia was also lit up by supporting performances from Hilary Swank as a rookie officer and the late Robin Williams as a shifty potential suspect.
Although some filmmakers may have regarded Insomnia as a work-for-hire gig, Nolan brought all his skill and attention to detail to bear on the movie, using his expanded budget (some $46m versus Memento’s $5-ish million) to make a measured, stunning-looking thriller. (Cinematographer Wally Pfister’s early shot of a plane flying over Alaskan wastes is quite a sight on a big screen.
Having broken through with the low-budget thriller Memento (2000), Christopher Nolan made his Hollywood debut with Insomnia in 2002 – a remake of the Norwegian film of the same name. Starring Al Pacino as a quietly guilt-ridden LA cop investigating a murder in an Alaskan fishing town, Insomnia was also lit up by supporting performances from Hilary Swank as a rookie officer and the late Robin Williams as a shifty potential suspect.
Although some filmmakers may have regarded Insomnia as a work-for-hire gig, Nolan brought all his skill and attention to detail to bear on the movie, using his expanded budget (some $46m versus Memento’s $5-ish million) to make a measured, stunning-looking thriller. (Cinematographer Wally Pfister’s early shot of a plane flying over Alaskan wastes is quite a sight on a big screen.
- 12/7/2023
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
There are films you watched every time they pop up on TCM or streaming services. It’s like visiting an old friend. These movies put a smile on your face and a song in your heart. And one such film is “Charade,” which celebrates its 60th anniversary on Dec. 5. Deftly directed by Stanley Donen from a fun and thrilling Peter Stone screenplay, “Charade” stars Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn who exude a William Powell/Myrna Loy style chemistry that leaps off the screen. And let’s not forget that gorgeous Henry Mancini score, the romantic Oscar-nominated title tune “Charade,” with lyrics by Johnny Mercer and the pulsating Saul Bass title sequence.
I saw “Charade” when it was released, and I’ve probably seen it at least 15 more times. And each time seems like the first. Not many films have that kind of power. A 2010 Criterion Collection article by film historian...
I saw “Charade” when it was released, and I’ve probably seen it at least 15 more times. And each time seems like the first. Not many films have that kind of power. A 2010 Criterion Collection article by film historian...
- 12/6/2023
- by Susan King
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: production designer Nathan Crowley explains how his early work on Steven Spielberg’s Hook and Francis Ford Coppola’s Dracula led to the practical sets of Wonka.
About the younger years of the magical confectioner Willy Wonka, director Paul King’s musical prequel Wonka is an ingenious fusion of cutting-edge CGI and traditional effects and props. A performance-captured Hugh Grant may play a particularly grumpy Oompa Loompa, but the film also takes in practical sets, location filming, and real props.
The town square that hosts at least one song-and-dance sequence is a huge, lavish set built at Warner Bros Studios in Leavesden; its nearby port was filmed on location in the UK’s picturesque Lyme Regis. The portable chocolate factory owned by Wonka himself (played by a fresh-faced Timothee Chalamet) was a real, mechanical prop, gently overlaid with a bit of VFX here and there. Even the chocolates were often edible,...
About the younger years of the magical confectioner Willy Wonka, director Paul King’s musical prequel Wonka is an ingenious fusion of cutting-edge CGI and traditional effects and props. A performance-captured Hugh Grant may play a particularly grumpy Oompa Loompa, but the film also takes in practical sets, location filming, and real props.
The town square that hosts at least one song-and-dance sequence is a huge, lavish set built at Warner Bros Studios in Leavesden; its nearby port was filmed on location in the UK’s picturesque Lyme Regis. The portable chocolate factory owned by Wonka himself (played by a fresh-faced Timothee Chalamet) was a real, mechanical prop, gently overlaid with a bit of VFX here and there. Even the chocolates were often edible,...
- 12/6/2023
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
It’s Monday so you know what that means, it’s time for our weekly review of Aew: Rampage! This week’s show was broadcast from the Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York and featured Excalibur, Ian Riccaboni and Tony Schiavone on commentary. Now let’s get to the review…
Match #1: Darby Allin & Sting def. Luchasaurus & Christian Cage The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Both teams started the match brawling. Darby dropkicked Luchasaurus out of the ring and onto the ramp. Darby threw his body at Luchasaurus. Sting and Christian brawled outside the ring. Luchasaurus whipped Darby into the steel ring post. Luchasaurus worked Darby over, bodyslamming him and then sending him into the turnbuckles. Christian tagged in but Darby connected with a springboard press. Luchasaurus spiked Darby with a chokeslam. Christian attempted a diving headbutt, but Darby dodged it, rolling out of the way. Sting tagged in...
Match #1: Darby Allin & Sting def. Luchasaurus & Christian Cage The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Both teams started the match brawling. Darby dropkicked Luchasaurus out of the ring and onto the ramp. Darby threw his body at Luchasaurus. Sting and Christian brawled outside the ring. Luchasaurus whipped Darby into the steel ring post. Luchasaurus worked Darby over, bodyslamming him and then sending him into the turnbuckles. Christian tagged in but Darby connected with a springboard press. Luchasaurus spiked Darby with a chokeslam. Christian attempted a diving headbutt, but Darby dodged it, rolling out of the way. Sting tagged in...
- 9/25/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Sofia Vergara is a Colombian-born actress, television host and model.
Charities & foundations supported
Sofia Vergara has supported the following charities:
Alzheimer's AssociationAmerican Foundation for Equal RightsChildren's Defense FundCure DuchenneEntertainment Industry FoundationGabrielle's Angel FoundationNALIPSandy Hook PromiseStand Up To CancerSt. Jude Children's Research HospitalTHORN Read more about Sofia Vergara's charity work and events. Related articles Adam Lambert To Perform At GLAAD AwardsStand Up To Cancer Announces Celebrity LineupGeorge Clooney Joins Stand Up To Cancer LineupMichael Douglas Takes Part In Stand Up To Cancer EventJ.J. Abrams And Friends Help Beat The Odds At Charity Event
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Charities & foundations supported
Sofia Vergara has supported the following charities:
Alzheimer's AssociationAmerican Foundation for Equal RightsChildren's Defense FundCure DuchenneEntertainment Industry FoundationGabrielle's Angel FoundationNALIPSandy Hook PromiseStand Up To CancerSt. Jude Children's Research HospitalTHORN Read more about Sofia Vergara's charity work and events. Related articles Adam Lambert To Perform At GLAAD AwardsStand Up To Cancer Announces Celebrity LineupGeorge Clooney Joins Stand Up To Cancer LineupMichael Douglas Takes Part In Stand Up To Cancer EventJ.J. Abrams And Friends Help Beat The Odds At Charity Event
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- 9/21/2023
- Look to the Stars
It’s Monday so you know what that means, it’s time for our weekly review of Aew: Rampage! This week’s show features Excalibur, Tony Schiavone and Jim Ross on commentary. Now let’s get to the review…
Match #1: Ftw Championship Match – Hook def. Ethan Page The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Ethan Page booted Hook as Hook was making his entrance. They began to brawl around the ring, with Hook headbutting Page. Hook followed Ethan Page up the arena steps, fighting each other among the fans. Hook clubbed Page with cross face strikes. Ethan Page swung a steel pipe at Hook, but Hook countered by pummeling Page with a metal garbage can. Hook hit a t-bone suplex on Page on the arena floor. Page attempted the Ego’s Edge on a table but Hook escaped and countered with a lariat. Ethan Page powerslammed Hook through the timekeeper’s table!
Match #1: Ftw Championship Match – Hook def. Ethan Page The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Ethan Page booted Hook as Hook was making his entrance. They began to brawl around the ring, with Hook headbutting Page. Hook followed Ethan Page up the arena steps, fighting each other among the fans. Hook clubbed Page with cross face strikes. Ethan Page swung a steel pipe at Hook, but Hook countered by pummeling Page with a metal garbage can. Hook hit a t-bone suplex on Page on the arena floor. Page attempted the Ego’s Edge on a table but Hook escaped and countered with a lariat. Ethan Page powerslammed Hook through the timekeeper’s table!
- 4/10/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this week’s review of Aew: Dynamite, which was broadcast live from the Ubs Arena in Long Island, New York. We’ve got Excalibur, Tony Schiavone and Taz on commentary so let’s get into the review!
Match #1: Juice Robinson def. Ricky Starks The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Before the match began, Jay White ran to the ring and he and Juice double teamed Ricky Starks. Jay White blasted Ricky Starks with the Blade Runner!
My Score: 1 out of 5 Match #2: Aew World Trios Championship Match – The House of Black def. Orange Cassidy & The Best Friends (Chuck Taylor & Trent Beretta) The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Trent’s mom, Sue, pulled up to the arena in the minivan and dropped of Orange Cassidy and the Best Friends. Trent tried for a suplex but Malakai reversed it into a roll-up for a pin attempt. Chuck...
Match #1: Juice Robinson def. Ricky Starks The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Before the match began, Jay White ran to the ring and he and Juice double teamed Ricky Starks. Jay White blasted Ricky Starks with the Blade Runner!
My Score: 1 out of 5 Match #2: Aew World Trios Championship Match – The House of Black def. Orange Cassidy & The Best Friends (Chuck Taylor & Trent Beretta) The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Trent’s mom, Sue, pulled up to the arena in the minivan and dropped of Orange Cassidy and the Best Friends. Trent tried for a suplex but Malakai reversed it into a roll-up for a pin attempt. Chuck...
- 4/7/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
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