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Celebration of cinema has always been extended by the Oscars honoring the prowess of cinematic excellence with one of the most recognized accolades. Throughout the rich history of cinema, there have been several movies based on true events, that left a mark among moviegoers or in the pages of history.

A still from Lawrence of Arabia

Also, movies that are based on true events are another way of documenting the particular incident, albeit a portion of fictionalization may alter the accuracy, but for cinema’s sake, filmmakers enjoy the basic freedom to have their own touch to the narrative. Throughout history, movies like The Great Ziegfeld by Robert Z. Leonard, or it would be criminal not to mention David Lean’s Lawrence of Arabia, and several other movies have claimed the Best Picture Oscars. Here is a list of six movies that won an Oscar in the Best Picture category.

Exclusive: Svetlana Efremova (The Americans) has been cast as a series regular in the upcoming fourth season of Apple TV+’s space drama series For All Mankind.

Created by Ronald D. Moore, Matt Wolpert and Ben Nedivi, For All Mankind explores what would have happened if the global space race had never ended. The series presents an aspirational world where NASA astronauts, engineers and their families find themselves in the center of extraordinary events seen through the prism of an alternate history timeline — a world in which the Ussr beats the US to the moon.

The third season shifted the action to the early ’90s with a race to a new planetary frontier: Mars. The Red Planet became the new front in the Space Race not only for the U.S. and the Soviet Union, but also an unexpected new entrant with a lot to prove and even more at stake.

Exclusive: Salvador Chacón (Mayans M.C.) has joined the cast of Apple’s For All Mankind for Season 4 in a recurring role. He will portray Gerardo, one of Miles’ (Toby Kebbell) bunkmates on Mars.

For All Mankind explores what would have happened if the global space race had never ended. The series presents an aspirational world where NASA astronauts, engineers, and their families find themselves in the center of extraordinary events seen through the prism of an alternate history timeline — a world in which the Ussr beats the US to the moon.

Season 3 of the alternate reality series took viewers to a new decade, moving into the early ’90s with a high-octane race to a new planetary frontier: Mars. The Red Planet became the new front in the Space Race not only for the US and the Soviet Union but also an unexpected new entrant with a lot to prove and even more at stake.

Exclusive: Maria Mashkova (McMafia) and Dimiter Marinov (Green Book) have joined the upcoming fourth season of Apple TV+’s space drama series For All Mankind in key recurring roles.

Created by Ronald D. Moore, Matt Wolpert and Ben Nedivi, For All Mankind explores what would have happened if the global space race had never ended. The series presents an aspirational world where NASA astronauts, engineers and their families find themselves in the center of extraordinary events seen through the prism of an alternate history timeline — a world in which the Ussr beats the US to the moon.

The third season shifted the action to the early ’90s with a race to a new planetary frontier: Mars. The Red Planet became the new front in the Space Race not only for the U.S. and the Soviet Union, but also an unexpected new entrant with a lot to prove and even more at stake.

Stars: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini, Sebastian Maniscalco, Dimiter D. Marinov, Mike Hatton, P.J. Byrne, Joe Cortese, Maggie Nixon, Von Lewis, Jon Sortland, Don Stark, Anthony Mangano, Paul Sloan, Quinn Duffy | Written by Peter Farrelly, Nick Vallelonga, Brian Hayes Currie | Directed by Peter Farrelly

Tony “Lip” Vallelonga (Viggo Mortensen) is an Italian-American bouncer at New York’s Copa nightclub, a classy joint popular with the mob community. After some serious fisticuffs, the Copa is closed for refurbishment, and Tony finds himself on a sabbatical. He can’t support his family taking odd jobs and indulging in eating competitions (however magnificent an eater he may be); so when the opportunity arises to drive a wealthy musician, Dr Don Shirley (Mahershala Ali), on a tour of the Deep South, he jumps at the chance. Except Tony never jumps as such – he kind of jiggles.

An unashamedly crass slob, Tony is chosen...

Stars: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini, Sebastian Maniscalco, Dimiter D. Marinov, Mike Hatton, P.J. Byrne, Joe Cortese, Maggie Nixon, Von Lewis, Jon Sortland, Don Stark, Anthony Mangano, Paul Sloan, Quinn Duffy | Written by Peter Farrelly, Nick Vallelonga, Brian Hayes Currie | Directed by Peter Farrelly

Peter Farrelly’s Green Book is an uplifting and compelling dramatic feature from one half comedic duo of the Farrelly brothers. Directors of cult and financially acclaimed classics such as Kingpin, Dumb and Dumber and There’s Something About Mary, Green Book is the first foray into dramatic territory. The end result is undoubtedly conventional, yes. But a splendidly crafted poignant rendition of a comely picture…

In 1962, Tony “Tony Lip” Vallelonga, a tough bouncer, is looking for work with his nightclub is closed for renovations. The most promising offer turns out to be the driver for the African-American classical pianist Don Shirley for a concert...

As we hurriedly prepare for the big year-end holiday, or even trying to catch up with all the films released in time for the awards and best lists, it’s nice to be reminded of a Christmas aspect that’s often overlooked. It’s an extra bonus when that’s the central theme of one of the year’s finest films. I’m referring to “good will toward men”, but to not be sexist, this would include all “humankind”. While it may feel great to wrap up in warm nostalgia for sweeter bygone days (and memories of those long-ago holidays), there really wasn’t a lot of “good will” toward some men. Mind you, we’ve still got a ways to go, but things are much better than they were, say 66 years ago. This new film takes off those “rose-colored” glasses that distort yesteryear. But what about that title? Is...

Chicago – In the original sin of racism in America, structured in the societal relationship between whites and African Americans, there had to be small steps before there were larger ones. In 1962, a black piano virtuoso and his white Italian New Yorker driver toured through the Deep South and developed a friendship, in the new film “Green Book.”

Rating: 4.5/5.0

The title refers to a pamphlet, distributed to African Americans in the 1950s and ‘60s, that gave them tips as to which Southern State restaurants, hotels and stores that would accept their business. The driver, Tony “Lip” Vallelonga, used this guide to drive the pianist Don Shirley back then, and also used his connection to Shirley to understand his own deep seated attitudes. Viggo Mortensen portrays Tony, and Oscar winner Mahershala Ali (“Moonlight”) is Shirley, and the ardent performances of the two men is one of the many highlights of the film,...

Universal is going limited with Peter Farrelly’s Green Book this weekend. The film, starring Oscar-nominee Viggo Mortensen and Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali, is based on the true story of a racist bouncer hired by jazz pianist and composer Don Shirley to drive him through the South during the Jim Crow era. Julian Schnabel’s latest, At Eternity’s Gate, heads out via CBS Films. Starring Willem Dafoe as Vincent Van Gogh, the project came together after a visit by Schnabel and the film’s co-writer to Paris’ Musée D’Orsay.

Cohen Media group is heading out with Venice fest title Shoah: The Four Sisters, the final film of late French writer-director-producer Claude Lanzmann. And Wolfe Releasing is giving Anchor And Hope, which it picked up out of the European Film Market last February, an exclusive start in Los Angeles.

Among other limited releases opening this weekend in theaters are Of Fathers And Sons...

Green Book Universal Pictures Reviewed by: Harvey Karten Director: Peter Farrelly Screenwriter: Nick Vallelonga, Brian Currie, Peter Farrelly Cast: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini, Sebastian Maniscalco, Dimiter D. Marinov Screened at: Bryant Park Hotel, NYC, 10/23/18 Opens: November 21, 2018 What can you expect of a director whose repertory includes three versions of “Dumb […]

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Ok, class, who can explain what a Green Book is? For those who don’t know, it was a handbook for black motorists seeking “vacation without aggravation,” an indispensable travel guide listing friendly places to stay and tips for avoiding trouble in the Jim Crow South. As such, “Green Book” makes a clever title for a road movie unlike any other: the true story of the unlikely friendship between a black concert pianist and the New York City bouncer hired to chauffeur him through unfriendly territory.

Although inspirational on its surface, the film presents a pretty bleak picture of intolerance in 1962 America, when segregation and other openly racist policies would have made such a trip a dangerous prospect for a wealthy, well-educated black man, with or without a bruiser like Frank Anthony Vallelonga to watch his back. Featuring a pair of terrific performances by Viggo Mortensen as a goombah with...

Green Book Trailer Peter Farrelly‘s Green Book (2018) movie trailer stars Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini, Sebastian Maniscalco, and Dimiter D. Marinov. Green Book‘s plot synopsis: “Academy Award nominee Viggo Mortensen and Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali star in Participant Media and DreamWorks Pictures’ Green Book. In his foray into powerfully dramatic [...]

Continue reading: Green Book (2018) Movie Trailer: Mahershala Ali & Viggo Mortensen Develop a Friendship in the Deep South...

Recently, CBS released the new,official synopsis/spoilers for their upcoming "Scorpion" episode 2 of season 2. The episode is entitled, "Cubra Libre," and it turns out that we're going to see some very interesting stuff go down as Homeland shows up on the scene while Walter and company head to Cuba, and more! In the new, 2nd episode 2 press release: Team Scorpion Heads To Cuba When A Woman From Cabe's Past Asks For His Help Catching A Serbian War Criminal. Press release number 2: Team Scorpion will head to Cuba when a woman from Cabe's past pleads for him to help catch a Serbian war criminal. Alana De La Garza will return as the new head of Homeland Security and Kevin Weisman guest stars are Walter's new friend, Ray, whom he meets doing his court-mandated community service. Guest stars feature: Alana De La Garza (Adriana Molina), Izabella Miko (Sonia), Kevin Weisman...

"A Sin to Err" - Peggy discovers the shocking truth about Leviathan but doesn't realize that her true enemies are even closer than she imagined. Meanwhile, Souza is close to confirming the truth about Peggy and may just put her in the crosshairs of the Ssr, on "Marvel's Agent Carter," Tuesday, February 10 (9:00-10:00 p.m., Et) on the ABC Television Network. "Marvel's Agent Carter" stars Hayley Atwell as Agent Peggy Carter, James D'Arcy as Edwin Jarvis, Chad Michael Murray as Agent Jack Thompson, Enver Gjokaj as Agent Daniel Sousa and Shea Whigham as Chief Roger Dooley. Guest starring are Lyndsy Fonseca as Angie Marinelli, Alexander Carroll as Agent Yauch, Ralph Brown as Dr. Ivchenko, Meagan Fay as Miriam Fry, Bridget Regan as Dottie Underwood, Devin Ratray as Sheldon McFee, Steven Hack as Albert, Rick Peters as Dr. Honicky, Dimiter D. Marinov as Fyodor, Dave Matos as Pasha, Victoria Profeta as Josephine,...

"A Sin to Err" - Peggy discovers the shocking truth about Leviathan but doesn't realize that her true enemies are even closer than she imagined. Meanwhile, Souza is close to confirming the truth about Peggy and may just put her in the crosshairs of the Ssr, on "Marvel's Agent Carter," Tuesday, February 10 (9:00-10:00 p.m., Et) on the ABC Television Network. "Marvel's Agent Carter" stars Hayley Atwell as Agent Peggy Carter, James D'Arcy as Edwin Jarvis, Chad Michael Murray as Agent Jack Thompson, Enver Gjokaj as Agent Daniel Sousa and Shea Whigham as Chief Roger Dooley. Guest starring are Lyndsy Fonseca as Angie Marinelli, Alexander Carroll as Agent Yauch, Ralph Brown as Dr. Ivchenko, Meagan Fay as Miriam Fry, Bridget Regan as Dottie Underwood, Devin Ratray as Sheldon McFee, Steven Hack as Albert, Rick Peters as Dr. Honicky, Dimiter D. Marinov as Fyodor, Dave Matos as Pasha, Victoria Profeta as Josephine,...

"A Sin to Err" - Peggy discovers the shocking truth about Leviathan but doesn't realize that her true enemies are even closer than she imagined. Meanwhile, Souza is close to confirming the truth about Peggy and may just put her in the crosshairs of the Ssr, on "Marvel's Agent Carter," Tuesday, February 10 (9:00-10:00 p.m., Et) on the ABC Television Network.   "Marvel's Agent Carter" stars Hayley Atwell as Agent Peggy Carter, James D'Arcy as Edwin Jarvis, Chad Michael Murray as Agent Jack Thompson, Enver Gjokaj as Agent Daniel Sousa and Shea Whigham as Chief Roger Dooley.   Guest starring are Lyndsy Fonseca as Angie Marinelli, Alexander Carroll as Agent Yauch, Ralph Brown as Dr. Ivchenko, Meagan Fay as Miriam Fry, Bridget Regan as Dottie Underwood, Devin Ratray as Sheldon McFee, Steven Hack as Albert, Rick Peters as Dr. Honicky, Dimiter D. Marinov as Fyodor, Dave Matos as Pasha, Victoria Profeta as Josephine,...

"A Sin to Err" - Peggy discovers the shocking truth about Leviathan but doesn't realize that her true enemies are even closer than she imagined. Meanwhile, Souza is close to confirming the truth about Peggy and may just put her in the crosshairs of the Ssr, on "Marvel's Agent Carter," Tuesday, February 10 (9:00-10:00 p.m., Et) on the ABC Television Network. "Marvel's Agent Carter" stars Hayley Atwell as Agent Peggy Carter, James D'Arcy as Edwin Jarvis, Chad Michael Murray as Agent Jack Thompson, Enver Gjokaj as Agent Daniel Sousa and Shea Whigham as Chief Roger Dooley. Guest starring are Lyndsy Fonseca as Angie Marinelli, Alexander Carroll as Agent Yauch, Ralph Brown as Dr. Ivchenko, Meagan Fay as Miriam Fry, Bridget Regan as Dottie Underwood, Devin Ratray as Sheldon McFee, Steven Hack as Albert, Rick Peters as Dr. Honicky, Dimiter D. Marinov as Fyodor, Dave Matos as Pasha, Victoria Profeta as Josephine,...

Although the film stumbles during the dialogue scenes and the plot seems very familiar, Act of Valor entertains thanks to its incredible action sequences and the level of authenticity that is captured on the screen. Marketed around the fact the film features actual active duty Navy SEALs, Act of Valor was directed by Mike McCoy and Scott Waugh from a screenplay by Kurt Johnstad. It stars Jason Cottle, Nestor Serrano, Ailsa Marshall, Gonzalo Menendez, Emilio Rivera, Dimiter D. Marinov, Thomas Rosales Jr., Marc Margulies, Dan Southworth, Drea Castro, Marissa Labog, Alex Veadov and Roselyn Sanchez. The film.s plot is fairly straight forward and follows a Seal team as they hunt down a terrorist before he has a chance...

Chicago – The military soldier is one of the most fascinating character studies in art. He or she works at the highest level their training allows, and routinely go into battles based on decisions made far away from their own reality. “Act of Valor” attempts to define that loyalty - to themselves, their fellow soldiers and their country.

Rating: 2.5/5.0

The film seems to go about it in the wrong way. Real Navy Seal specialists, whose unit most famously accomplished the takedown of Osama bin Laden, are used here as props for a speculative fictional scenario. Asking these men and women to be “actors,” while at the same time surrounding them with villains that would be more at home in a James Bond movie, lessens the impact of what they really do. If this film was trying to tug at our patriotic heartstrings - and given the emotions directed toward the missions...

There are times I feel the need to walk on eggshells when discussing a film. Act Of Valor is one of those instances where I have two conflicting but equally valid opinions on the film.s perceived purpose and success thereof. For a film that has been relatively well marketed for what seems like a fairly good stretch of time, I imagine most who have seen the trailers and TV spots are well aware that the film is an action story based upon real tactics and missions, most likely a hybrid of several pieced together, as not to reveal any specifically sensitive information. Considering this, how does the film grade?

Act Of Valor is co-directed by Mike McCoy and Scott Waugh. The film is cast with real, active-duty Navy SEALs, which on its own merit, is a really cool concept, a concept that equally fails and succeeds, depending on which...

Chicago – In our latest action/adventure edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 40 admit-two movie passes up for grabs to the advance screening of the new film “Act of Valor” starring active-duty U.S. Navy SEALs!

Inspired by true events, “Act of Valor” stars Alex Veadov, Roselyn Sanchez, Nestor Serrano, Alexander Asefa, Drea Castro, Jason Cottle, Aurelius Dibarsanti, Timothy Gibbs, Carla Jimenez, Marc Margulies, Dimiter Marinov, Ailsa Marshall, Gonzalo Menendez and Sonny Sison from directors Mike McCoy and Scott Waugh writer Kurt Johnstad. The film opens on Feb. 24, 2012.

To win your free pass to the advance Chicago screening of “Act of Valor” courtesy of HollywoodChicago.com, just answer our question below. That’s it! This advance screening is on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012 at 7 p.m. in downtown Chicago. Directions to enter this HollywoodChicago.com Hookup and win can be found beneath the graphic below.

The movie poster for “Act of Valor” starring active-duty U.

We have added the new Super Bowl TV trailer for Relativity Media's forthcoming Navy Seal's action thriller, "Act of Valor."The film features active Navy Seal's playing roles as themselves and showcases missions based on actual events.Co-directed by Mike McCoy and Scott Waugh, the film stars Roselyn Sanchez, Emilio Rivera, Nestor Serrano, Gonzalo Menendez,Jason Cottle, Carla Jimenez, Ailsa Marshall, Alex Veadov, Drea Castro and Dimiter Marinov.Watch the Eminem themed Super Bowl TV spot for "Act of Valor" below;"Act of Valor" is released across the Us from February 24th and the UK from March 23rd.vAn unprecedented blend of real-life heroism and original filmmaking, "Act of Valor" stars a group of active-duty Navy SEALs in a powerful story of contemporary global anti-terrorism. Inspired...

Act of Valor Trailer. Mike McCoy, Scott Waugh‘s Act of Valor (2011) movie trailer stars Roselyn Sanchez, Emilio Rivera, Nestor Serrano, Gonzalo Menendez, and Alex Veadov. Act of Valor‘s plot synopsis: “Act of Valor follows a Navy Seal squad on a covert mission to recover a kidnapped CIA agent, and in the process takes down a complex web of terrorist cells determined to strike America at all costs.”

Looks cool but I think I got more out of Surviving the Cut than I will out of Act of Valor. The film looks good though. Some have described this as a propaganda film where I see it as a celebration of the heroism of elite soldiers. I believe both arguments are accurate.

Regarding how the film is described:

a hybrid feature film based on the Seal ethos that highlights both naval special warfare capability and fleet interaction.

The filmmakers had...

The action packed new and first movie trailer for Relativity Media's upcoming Navy Seal's movie "Act of Valor" is now online. The unprecedented film features active Navy Seal's playing the roles of themselves and showcases missions based on actual events.Co-directed by Mike McCoy and Scott Waugh, the film stars Roselyn Sanchez, Emilio Rivera, Nestor Serrano, Gonzalo Menendez,Jason Cottle, Carla Jimenez, Ailsa Marshall, Alex Veadov, Drea Castro and Dimiter Marinov.Watch the trailer for "Call of Duty: Moder Warfare 2," hang on, I mean "Act of Valor" below;"Act of Valor" is released across the Us from February 17th, 2012. A UK release date has not yet been set.An unprecedented blend of real-life heroism and original filmmaking, "Act of Valor" stars a group...