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PVR MOVIES FIRST VOL. 51 YOUR WINDOW INTO THE WORLD OF CINEMA March 2020 21 Little-Known facts About…. Daniel Craig

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ear Movie Lovers, 21 amazing facts about Daniel Craig, who celebrates his 52nd birthday this month. Here’s the March issue of Movies First, your exclusive window to the world of cinema. Don’t forget to take a shot at our movie quiz, too. A Quiet Place Part II sees the Abbott family locked in a creepy battle with sound-sensitive forces. Ace action We really hope you enjoy the issue. Wish you a fabulous director presents in and as month of movie watching. . Irrfan makes his much-awaited return as a Regards harried father determined to send his daughter abroad in Angrezi Medium.

Join us in paying tribute to the legendary actor Kirk Gautam Dutta Douglas, the last of Hollywood’s golden greats. Learn CEO, PVR Limited USING THE MAGAZINE We hope you’ll find this magazine easy to use, but here’s a handy guide to the icons used throughout anyway. You can tap the page once at any time to access full contents at the top of the page.

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PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 3 RELEASING THIS MONTH A sneak-peek into the big release of the month!

PLAY TRAILER BOOK TICKETS Sooryavanshi

Akshay Kumar will be seen as an ATS officer in Sooryavanshi. Kumar’s character was announced towards the end of that served as a character introduction ust of Sooryavanshi. He plays the titular role of DCP Veer when you thought you Sooryavanshi, the chief of the Anti-Terrorism Squad. knew all the characters has been cast as his wife. as Simmba and as will also be seen of Our Cop Universe... making a special cameo in the movie. Presenting to you, The Man Himself...... Vivan Bhatena, who is popular for his roles in movies like And...Surprise Abhi bhi Hero and Dangal, is also a significant part of Sooryavanshi. Other key artists include Neena Gupta, Abhimanyu Singh, baaki hai mere dost. Sikander Kher and Niharica Raizada. According to some – Rohit Shetty, Director reports, Sooryvanshi happens to be the costliest cop movie ever made in the history of .

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 4 The Plot While the plot of the film is still under wraps, it begins with the journey of Singham and ends with glimpses of CINE Singham, Simmba and Sooryavanshi taking on the bad guys side by side. The Director Quiz Rohit Shetty has directed 14 films so far, out of which 11 SHOW YOUR MOVIE KNOW-HOW have been box office blockbusters. His work includes the & film series, theSingham film series,B ol Bachchan, (for which he was nominated for win Award for Best Director), and Dilwale. PVRMarch Gift Magazine cards Edition Autographed by` Celebrity Trivia WORTHand PVR Gift2000/ Cards - • Sooryavanshi marks Rohit Shetty’s fourth cop drama after the Singham series of films andSimmba . Worth `1000/- • Rohit Shetty and Akshay Kumar will be seen together for the first time inSooryavanshi.

• Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif, who have delivered many hits, are working together after a gap of nine years. 1

• The chartbusting song “Tip Tip Barsa Pani” from the film After how long Ajay devgan , will be recreated for this film. and Akshay kumar are • The film’s stunt coordinator is the highly experienced coming together? Sunil Rodrigues, who has also worked with Rohit Shetty 2 on hits like and Simmba.

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Which veteran actor apart from ajay devgan will be sharing screen space in sooryavasnhi? Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore 4 magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea Sooryavanshi Name the iconic 1994 song that RELEASE 27 MARCH will be recreated in Sooryavanshi. commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor. in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu Genre: Action, Drama fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat Director: Rohit Shetty To Answer These Questions non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Jackie Shroff Star Cast: anim id est laborum. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, Studio: , Rohit Shetty Picturez, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor CLICK HERE , Cape of Good Films incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.

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Release Date: 20 March, 2020 Genre: Horror, Thriller Language: English Director: John Krasinski Cast: Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe Studio: Platinum Dunes Pic Courtesy: Platinum Dunes n this sequel, the Abbott family are forced to go The Story out into the world and Released in 2018, John Krasinski‘s tense thriller A Quiet see how other people live, Place turned out to be a box-office sleeper hit, racking up so they literally leave £260m at the global box office and beating out massive blockbusters like Ocean’s 8 and Pacific Rim: Uprising. the path of safety and go into the unknown. The plot was unusual: Set in a post-apocalyptic world, – John Krasinski, a family is forced to live in fear of bloodthirsty aliens Director with hyper-sensitive hearing – make any sound, however minimal, and prepare to meet your end.

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 7 t’s harrowing, it’s terrifying, but at the core of it, it’s a very human story.

– Emily Blunt, Lead Actress

In A Quiet Place Part II, the Abbott family now face the terrors of the outside world. Forced to venture into the as well as the aftermath of the initial attacks and how the unknown, they realize the creatures that hunt by sound Abbotts (and others) managed to survive. are not the only threats lurking beyond the sand path. A Breathless Situation New characters, a flashback, terrifying monsters, and The sequel flashes back to the day it all began. We witness plenty of danger lurks in A Quiet Place 2. it first through Evelyn (Emily Blunt), Marcus (Noah Jupe), Regan (Millicent Simmonds), and Beau (Cade This version promises to answer some key questions that Woodward’s) perspectives. The sequel takes place pretty the prequel left hanging. Audiences can expect to see life much right after the first film. In the sneak peek, Emily in the Abbott’s small town as the monsters first arrive, Blunt’s character is clearly still injured from stepping on

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 8 Trivia

01 Director John Krasinski’s character of Lee Abbott will also appear in this sequel, through flashbacks. 02 The entire flashback sequence featuring Krasinski was filmed in one very long take.

This is Cillian Murphy’s second 03 post apocalyptic horror project 2. Emily Blunt will reprise her role as Evelyn; Millicent since 28 Days Later (2002). Simmonds is back as Regan; and Noah Jupe will appear once again as Marcus.

Two additional actors have been added to the A Quiet Place 2 cast: Cillian Murphy and Brian Tyree Henry. a rusty nail and she’s wearing the same dress from the The One to Watch: Cillian last movie. Murphy The Quiet Place 2 trailer creates a gloomy vibe around We watch Evelyn casually driving with the children, while Murphy’s character. He seems dangerous, but broken many people run and scream, but then they see the in other parts. He could easily be both, which would monster and Evelyn becomes a less cautious driver. The make him dangerous and a survival necessity for the family then tries to navigate their way out of the madness Abbott family. while also trying to find Lee (John Krasinski). His comments about the other survivors yield dubious The Cast clues to his life. They might mean that what happens to Audiences will see some familiar faces in A Quiet Place him was so tragic that he’s given up on life and people, or it could mean that he’s done such terrible things that he doesn’t think anyone is worth saving, including himself.

He’s shown to be especially bonding with Regan, so their relationship might be a focal point in Part II. Murphy’s character is also shocked to see the Abbott baby. This baby reveal could go two ways: either he could see the baby as a sign of hope for the future, or he could see it as a barrier to his survival. So he is intriguing, but equally untrustworthy, as all powerful characters are.

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 9 MUST WATCH BOLLYWOOD BLOCKBUSTERS

MAR MAR 06 06 Genre: Drama Genre: Action Language(s): Language(s): Hindi Director: Hardik Mehta Director: Ahmed Khan Cast: , Deepak Cast: , Riteish Dobriyal, Sarika Singh Deshmukh, Studio: Red Chillies Studio: Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Drishyam Entertainment, Fox Star Films. Studios, Pic courtesy: Red Chillies Pic courtesy: Nadiadwala Entertainment Grandson Entertainment

Movie Plot: Kaamyaab is the story of Sudheer, a character Movie Plot: It’s a story of two brothers, Vikram and Ronnie actor and his journey from being an `Extra` actor in the who share an unbreakable bond. A certain turn in events.Vikram On his trip to Syria, Vikram gets kidnapped by ISIS. Ronnie typical Hindi films of the 80s and 90s to finding something goes on a rampage of destruction to save his brother, even if it `Extraordinary` that`s hidden within him. means that he independently has to take on an entire country. This film is being personally produced and Did You Know: This is the first film in which real-life father and Did You Know: son Jackie Shroff and Tiger Shroff will play onscreen father-son promoted by as well.

MAR Angrezi Medium 13

Genre: Drama Language(s): Hindi Director: Homi Adjania Cast: Irrfan, Khan, Radhika Madan Studio: Maddock Films Pic courtesy: Maddock Films

Movie Plot: A native Haryanvi businessman tries to send his daughter to London for achieving a degree in English Language.

Did You Know: Very first film for which Irfan Khan started shooting after being diagnosed with Neuroendocrine Tumour.

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MAR Onward 06

Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Language(s): English Director: Dan Scanlon Cast: Tom Holland, Chris Pratt, Julia Louis-Dreyfus Studio: Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar Animation Studios Pic courtesy: Walt Disney Pictures

Movie Plot: Set in a suburban fantasy world, two teenage elf brothers embark on a quest to discover if there is still magic out there.

Did You Know: Pixar’s first film without any involvement from , following his departure as CEO of Disney’s Animation Areas.

MAR My Spy 13

Genre: Action, Comedy Language(s): English Director: Peter Segal Cast: Dave Bautista, Kristen Schaal, Parisa Fitz-Henley Studio: MWM Studios Pic courtesy: MWM Studios

Movie Plot: My Spy tells the story of a hardened CIA operative who finds himself at the mercy of a precocious 9-year-old girl, having been sent undercover to surveil her family.

Did You Know: Dave Bautists also stars in this year’s highly anticipated film Stuber. Both films find Bautista playing a law enforcement official, both films find him in unusual pairings, and both are buddy comedies.

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MAR Bloodshot 13

Genre: Drama, Action Language(s): Hindi/ English Director: David Wilson Cast: Vin Diesel, Eiza González, Sam Heughan, Toby Kebbell Studio: Columbia Pictures, Cross Creek Pictures, Bona Film Group Pic courtesy: Columbia Pictures

Movie Plot: Ray Garrison, an elite soldier who was killed in battle, is brought back to life by an advanced technology that gives him the ability of super human strength and fast healing. With his new abilities, he goes after the man who killed his wife. Did You Know: Bloodshot has sold over 7 million comics in all languages.

MAR Lupin III: The First 13

Genre: Animation Language: Japanese Director: Takashi Yamazaki Cast: Kanichi Kurita, Kiyoshi, Kobayashi, Daisuke Namikawa Studio: TMS Entertainment, Pic Courtesy: Marza Animation Planet

Movie Plot: Lupin III goes on a grand adventure to uncover the secrets of the Bresson Diary, which is tied to the legacy of his famous grandfather. Did You Know: Dedicated to , the creator of Lupin III, this is the first Lupin III animated feature to be done in computer- generated animation.

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MAR The Last Full Measure 17

Genre: Drama, War Language(s): English Director: Todd Robinson Cast: Samuel L. Jackson, Sebastian Stan, Diane Ladd Studio: Roadside Attractions Pic courtesy: Roadside Attractions

Movie Plot: This story follows William H. Pitsenbarger, a United States Air Force Pararescueman who flew in helicopter rescue missions during the Vietnam War to aid downed soldiers and pilots, and the 34-year quest by many veterans to see him receive the Medal of Honor. Did You Know: The film’s title is taken from Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, where Lincoln honored the fallen, saying that they “gave the last full measure of devotion.

MAR Mulan 27

Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama Language(s): English Director: Niki Caro Cast: Yifei Liu, Donnie Yen, Jet Li Studio: Walt Disney Pictures Pic courtesy: Walt Disney Pictures

Movie Plot: To save her ailing father from serving in the Imperial Army, a fearless young woman disguises herself as a man to battle northern invaders in China. Did You Know: The film is based on the Chinese folklore “The Ballad of Mulan” and is a live action adaptation of Disney’s 1998 animated film of the same name.

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PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 16 PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 17 Kirk Douglas Tribute 1916-2020

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 18 Just days before the Academy Awards, Hollywood His Films lost an actor whose acclaimed body of work was A sought-after actor, Douglas worked with many leading emblematic of the Golden Age of film. directors, including Billy Wilder for 1951’s Ace in the Hole. However, it was his work with Vincente Minnelli Kirk Douglas, star of films likeSpartacus, War that led to two of his greatest Wagon and 20,000 Leagues under The Sea, died performances: morally bankrupt th on 5 February’ 2020 at age 103. He remains that movie executive Jonathan rarest of the rare legends: a classic film star with Shields in The Bad and the immense life-long impact and everlasting appeal. Beautiful (1952), and troubled artist Vincent van Gogh in Lust His Life for Life (1956). Douglas earned Kirk Douglas was born Issur Danielovitch on December an Academy Award nomination 9, 1916, in Amsterdam, New York. His parents were for each of those films. Russian Jewish immigrants who arrived in the United States, looking for a better life. Over the years, he co-starred with fellow Hollywood A-lister Burt Lancaster in superhit films such asGunfight His father Herschel worked as a ragman, an occupation at the O.. Corral (1957). immortalised in the title of Kirk’s best-selling 1988 Working with director Stanley autobiography, The Ragman’s Son. Kubrick, he played lead roles in the World War I drama Paths Theirs was a life fraught with struggles. Kirk was the of Glory (1957) and Spartacus only boy among six sisters. To help ends meet in his (1960). Douglas’s work in desperately poor family, Kirk took on a variety of odd Spartacus as a Roman slave jobs while growing up. He began acting in plays in high is considered to be one of his school, where he excelled in both academics and sports. signature roles.

After graduation, Kirk attended the American Academy Kirk appeared in one of his best-loved comic roles as of Dramatic Arts in New York City on a special a sailor in the hit Disney live-action version of Jules scholarship. When World War II broke out, he joined Verne’s 20,000 Leagues Under the US Navy, from which he received an honourable the Sea. discharge in 1944. Throughout the ’60s and ’70s, Actress Lauren Bacall, his classmate at the American Kirk rose to new heights with Academy of Dramatic Arts, got him a role in the Barbara movis such as Is Paris Stanwyck filmT he Strange Love of Martha Ivers (1946), Burning? (1966), The thus launching his Hollywood career. Arrangement (1969), Once Is Not Enough (1975), and The Even after achieving stardom, Kirk faced his share Fury (1978). of adversity. He was seriously injured in a helicopter accident in California, in 1993. He suffered a severe In the ’80s, Kirk turned to stroke in 1996, which impaired his ability to speak and feature-length television films. from which he largely rehabilitated himself. His youngest Notable among them was an son, Eric, died tragically in 2004. adaptation of the stage play Inherit the Wind, which won the Until his last days, Kirk Douglas maintained a busy Emmy Award for Outstanding schedule of film, television, and public appearances, in Drama or Comedy Special in addition to his many philanthropic activities. 1988.

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 19 His books • In 1981, Kirk was presented with the Presidential In 1988, Kirk published Medal of Honor, the United States’ highest civilian his immensely popular award, in recognition of his work throughout the autobiography The Ragman’s world as a goodwill ambassador for the U.S. State Son. He also wrote novels, Department. such as Dance With the Devil (1990) and Last Tango in • The French government presented him with the Brooklyn (1994), and non- Legion of Honor in 1985. fiction, including Climbing the Mountain: My Search for • In 2001, he received the National Medal of the Arts at Meaning (2001), My Stroke of the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Luck (2003), and I Am Spartacus! (2012). In 2014, he published his first book of poetry, Life Could Be Verse. Little-Known Facts • Douglas’s birth name was actually Issur Danielovitch Honours & Awards Demsky. His parents were both Jewish immigrants • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor in from Belarus, and Douglas was known as “Izzy” 1949, playing a ruthless boxer in Champion, directed growing up. He only changed his name to Kirk by Mark Robson. Douglas when he enlisted in the US Navy during the Second World War. • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor in Vincente Minnelli’s 1952 Hollywood melodrama The • He was the only boy in a family that included Bad and the Beautiful, opposite Lana Turner. children!

• Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor as • He was so broke at one point that he once spent a Vincent Van Gogh in Vincente night in prison because it meant that he would have a Minnelli’s film biography bed to sleep on! Lust for Life. • Douglas was one of the very first actors in Hollywood • In 1996, won an Honorary to establish a production company of his own while Academy Award “for still working as an actor. Named after his mother, fifty years as a creative Bryna Productions would be credited for most and moral force in of Douglas’s biggest films. the motion picture community.” • In 2018, the 101-year-old Kirk Douglas appeared on stage at the Golden Globe • Won the American Awards. He recieved a standing ovation. Film Institute’s Life Achievement Award in In 1964, Anne and Kirk 1991. They also placed him established The Douglas on their list of the top 50 stars Foundation (www. of American cinema. douglasfoundation.org), one of the entertainment industry’s • Kirk has a star on the Hollywood Walk oldest and largest private of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard. philanthropic organisations. The Foundation’s work, • In 2004, a street in Palm Springs, focusing on health, education, California, was named “Kirk and the disadvantaged, Douglas Way” in his honour. continues unabated.

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 20 A Son’s Tribute Michael Douglas shared a very close bond with his father Kirk. Announcing the demise, he wrote a heartfelt note that underlines his admiration and love for his departed parent:

“To the world he was a legend, an actor from the golden age of movies who lived well into his golden years, a humanitarian whose commitment to justice and the causes he believed in set a standard for all of us to aspire to. Kirk’s life was well lived, and he leaves a legacy in film that will endure for generations to come, and a history as a renowned philanthropist who worked to aid the public and bring peace to the planet.” Michael signed off the note saying, “Let me end with the words I told him on his last birthday and which will always remain true. ‘I love you so much and I am so proud to be your son.”

Catherine Zeta-Jones had a touching tribute, too: “To my darling Kirk, I shall love you for the rest of my life. I miss you already. Sleep tight.”

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 21 Up Close & Personal

01 Daniel Wroughton Craig was born 2 March 1968 in Chester, Cheshire, UK.

02 He is the first James Bond to be born after the film franchise began in 1962.

03 His mother, Carol Olivia was an art teacher, and his father, Timothy John Wroughton Craig, was a midshipman in the Merchant Navy before becoming the landlord of two Cheshire pubs.

04 Craig began acting in school plays at the age of six, and was encouraged by his mother to pursue serious acting.

05 At the age of 16, Craig was accepted into the National Youth Theatre, leaving school and moving to London, 21 Little-Known where he worked part- facts About…. time in restaurants to finance his training. Daniel Craig PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 22 Although many were skeptical when In real life, Craig hates violence and is 06 13 the blond Craig was first cast as James terrified of guns. James Bond, on the other Bond, Casino Royale became the hand, kills an average of 16 people per film. highest-grossing Bond film of its day. Craig even earned a BAFTA nomination 14 Craig played rugby in his younger days, and for his performance. remains a big fan of the sport.

He made a guest appearance as Bond Not only is Craig famously the first 15 07 in the opening ceremony of the London blond actor to play James Bond, he’s 2012 Olympic Games, alongside Queen also the shortest—he’s only 5’10”. Elizabeth II.

Before signing on as James Bond, Craig 08 Craig is involved in many charitable causes. wasn’t sure he wanted to play the role. 16 He’s worked with organisations such as Pierce Brosnan, the previous 007, had S.A.F.E. Kenya, which addresses social to convince Craig to accept the part. issues through street theater.

In the middle of the controversy 09 In April 2015, the United Nations appointed surrounding Craig’s signing to play 007, 17 Craig the first global advocate for the he received support from four of the elimination of mines and explosive hazards. five previous Bonds—Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, and 18 Craig doesn’t enjoy attention. Once, when Pierce Brosnan—spoke out in favour of he was visiting an American movie theater his casting. incognito, a fan asked if anyone had ever told him he looked like Daniel Craig. The The first James Bond film Craig ever 10 actor answered “no” and walked away. saw in the theater was Roger Moore’s Live and Let Die from 1973. Craig saw 19 Craig is a huge fan of sci-fi franchises like it with his father, and the movie has Firefly, Star Trek, and Doctor Who. held a special place in his heart ever since. Daniel Craig owns a massive mansion in 20 Cobble Hill, Brooklyn. It cost him $6.75 Craig’s favorite James Bond is Sean 11 million and spans 6,600 square feet. He Connery, and his favorite Bond film is also owns an $11.5 million penthouse in From Russia With Love. Soho, London.

Craig’s third Bond film, 2012’s Skyfall, For his last outing as James Bond, Daniel 12 21 is the highest-grossing film in the Craig will be paid 50 million pounds. Which franchise and was the highest-grossing means he will earn 357,000 pounds per movie in UK history until 2015. minute of screen time.

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 23 Millicent Simmonds

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 24 Millicent Simmonds RISING STAR PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 25 Millicent Simmonds RISING STAR

Millicent ‘Millie’ Simmonds is one of the greatest inspirations to the deaf children today. This young lady, born in Utah, became deaf from a medicine overdose when she was just 12 months old, but never let her impairment slow her down. She was fortunate to have a very supportive family. Her mother learned American hope seeing Sign Language and taught the family so they people like me on screen could communicate with her. inspires more people to A Gifted Girl chase their own dreams. Millie, who read the experimental mystery novel I’m an actress. I’m also Wonderstruck, received news of open casting for the film adaptation from her former drama teacher and deaf. I like to read. There’s competed with over 250 others to audition for the a lot more to me than role. She landed the role of a young, deaf runaway in just being deaf. the 1920s. The illustrious Julianne Moore played her mother. The film was originally released at Cannes and won Millicent a number of award nominations.

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 26 In the much-acclaimed horror thriller A Quiet Place, she • She enjoys kickboxing and would have been a starred alongside John Krasinski and Emily Blunt as part firefighter had the acting bug not bit. of a farming family who is hiding from a supernatural • Her favourite subject is history. Philosophy fascinates force. Because the entity is attracted to sound, they her, too. must stay as quiet as possible and use sign language to communicate. • Her best-loved movie is Paper Moon.

She has been nominated several times to several ceremonies like Critics’ Choice Movie Award for Best Young Performer, Florida Film Circle’s Pauline Kael Breakout Award, Seattle Film Critics Society Award for Best Youth Performance, Washington D.C Area Film Critics Association Award for Best Youth Performance, and Women Film Critics Circle Award for Best Young Actress.

UP CLOSE: • In Wonderstruck, her interpreter hid in a bookcase and would then signal ‘action’ when the scene had begun.

• Her mother often dresses up as an extra on set to give her subtle cues when Millie is required to act. QUICK FACTS • Millicent has a tremendous talent for drawing. BIRTH NAME: Millicent Simmonds ______

OCCUPATION: Actress ______

BIRTH DATE: 6 March, 2003 ______

PLACE OF BIRTH: Bountiful, Utah, USA ______

YEARS ACTIVE: 2017–present ______

Nationality: American

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 27 David Fincher

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 28 David Fincher Masters@Work

Celebrated American film director and music video director David Andrew Leo Fincher was born August 28, 1962. Known for his dark and stylish thrillers, such as Seven (1995), The Game (1997), Fight Club (1999), Panic Room (2002), and Zodiac (2007), Fincher received Academy Award nominations for Best Director for his 2008 filmT he Curious Case of Benjamin Button and his 2010 filmT he Social Network, which also won him the Golden Globe and the BAFTA for best director.

When Fincher was two years old, the family moved to California. Inspired by Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, he began making movies at the age of eight with an 8 mm camera.

And that is how his iconic career began. and stimulating style. You’ll notice it most particularly in 5 Clues You’re Watching the chilling thriller SE7EN. Many of his opening scenes a David Fincher Film will remind you of master filmmaker Alfred Hitchchock, who pioneered the idea of opening credits as part of the storytelling and not just an arbitrary device to let the audience know who did what.

• The Characters Quite a few of Fincher’s thrillers are based on the premise of an investigation. They are either detectives (Se7en, Zodiac) or take on the role of investigators during the course of the story (Gone Girl, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo). These characters act as the cornerstone of the script around which the whole of the movie revolves

• Visual Effects Here is another area where Fincher stands out as a director. He is notorious for using visual effects to • Camera Movement achieve exactly what he wants in every shot, even if it’s Fincher moves the camera - either by tilting, panning, small things in the background or details in an actor’s or tracking - along with characters’ emotions and appearance. movements. For instance, if a character sits back in his chair, the camera will move with the character, no matter • Close Ups how small the movement may be. unlike most directors, Fincher has an aversion to close ups. According to him, a close up tells the audience that • Opening Credits the moment is important, and can give away a lot of the Fincher uses the opening credits of his features to set suspense. So unless really necessary, you won’t see too the mood and the tone of his story in a highly creative many close ups in his films.

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 29 They said

“You got to have faith. Look at all the junk and see the treasure.”

—Mark Wahlberg

“For me, life is about experience and being a good person.”

—Chris Hemsworth

“If you love life, don’t waste time, because time is what life is made up of.” —Bruce Lee

“You’re a human being—you live once and life is wonderful, so eat the damn red velvet cupcake.”

—Emma Stone

“Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all.”

—Whitney Houston

PVR MOVIES FIRST PAGE 28 Out This MARCH

MOVIE NAME (LANGUAGE) GENRE FORMAT icons RELEASE DATE

ONWARD (ENGLISH) ANIMATION, ADVENTURE, COMEDY IMAX/4DX/3D/DBOX 06 Mar

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BAAGHI 3 (HINDI) ACTION 06 Mar

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HAR KISSE KE HISSE KAAMYAAB (HINDI) COMEDY, DRAMA 06 Mar

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MY SPY (ENGLISH) ACTION, COMEDY 13 Mar

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BLOODSHOT (ENGLISH/HINDI/TAMIL/TELUGU) ACTION, DRAMA 4DX/DBOX 13 Mar

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ANGREZI MEDIUM (HINDI) DRAMA 13 Mar

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LUPIN III: THE FIRST (JAPANESE) ANIMATION 13 Mar

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THE LAST FULL MEASURE (ENGLISH) DRAMA - WAR 17 Mar

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A QUITE PLACE 2 (ENGLISH) HORRO. THRILLER 4DX/DBOX 20 Mar

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SOORYAVANSHI (HINDI) ACTION 24 Mar

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MULAN (ENGLISH) ACTION, ADVENTURE, DRAMA IMAX/4DX/3D/DBOX 27 Mar

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