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Everest: How movie dramatises deaths of Kiwi mountaineers

Des Sampson and Russell Baillie go behind the scenes of the film Everest, about the alpine tragedy that claimed the lives of New Zealanders Rob Hall and Andy Harris.

Bond girls give behind the scenes look

Bond girls Monica Bellucci and Lea Seydoux have given a glimpse of their characters in the new James Bond film, Spectre.

Bullock took role from Clooney

Sandra Bullock convinced producers of her new film to change the lead character from male to female so she could tackle a role originally meant for her longtime pal.

Gyllenhaal 'terrified' about Southpaw role

He has played everything from a gawky teen to a gay cowboy. Now, Jake Gyllenhaal has turned himself into a bulked-up boxer. He spars with Elaine Lipworth.

Why Amy Schumer is the most important comedian in the world right now

With a brand of comedy which could be dubbed subversive feminism, Amy Schumer is the most important comedian in the world right now, writes Karl Puschmann.

Dominic Corry: Five TV shows that should be movies

In a brand-driven cinematic landscape that sees movies adapted from popular video games, toys and even candy, the notion of a film based on an old TV show no longer projects the crassness it once did.

James Griffin: What teen drivers and zombies have in common

It is that time of life when we currently have two teenage offspring setting out on the long and involved path towards getting the driver's licences.

Online campaign turns rap movie into hit

Everybody can be straight outta somewhere, and that's fine with Universal Pictures.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Bee...

Winona Ryder has confirmed a rumoured Beetlejuice sequel is underway.

Not even Bond can name this tune

A new James Bond song is about to be unleashed upon the world.

Remember Robin Williams: Little-known facts

He went cycling with Lance Armstrong, was voted 'least likely to succeed' at school, and invented the swear word 'Shazbot'. Here are 26 things you might not know about Robin Williams.

Court case splits movie and internet industries

A U.S. appeals court struggled over the rules to block electronic transmissions that violate U.S. property rights.

Remembering Robin Williams

Hollywood is paying tribute to the late actor and comedian Robin Williams on the first anniversary of his death.

Efron discussing Baywatch film

Dust off the red speedos, Zac Efron is in early talks to join Dwayne Johnson in the new Baywatch movie.

Bill Murray spotted on Ghostbusters set

Bill Murray has had a change of heart about appearing in the new Ghostbusters movie.

Schumer 'will inspire people'

Funnyman Judd Apatow is a champion for women in comedy, writes Leena Tailor.