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‘The Help’: Viola Davis Feels Like She “Betrayed” Herself & Her People By Starring In The Film

Charles Barfield

July 14, 2020 2:44 pm

Since the murder of George Floyd and the many Black Lives Matter protests that have spawned as a result, renewed attention has been placed on Tate Taylor’s Oscar-winning film, “The Help.” The discussion hasn’t...

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Bryce Dallas Howard Wants You To Skip ‘The Help’ & Recommends Some “Essential” Films Instead

Charles Barfield

June 9, 2020 12:34 pm

“The Help” is back in the news, but not in the most complimentary way. Sure, the film became a big trending program on Netflix, but the reaction to that news has really taken over the conversation, with variou...

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Viola Davis Says She Regrets Taking Her Oscar-Nominated Role In ‘The Help’

Charles Barfield

September 12, 2018 11:19 am

Without question, Viola Davis is one of the best actresses in the world. Through her career, she has compiled a laundry list of awards and nominations, including winning an Oscar, a Golden Globe, and an Emmy. B...

The Mix: ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Gets Fully Expected PG-13 Rating; Katy Perry Was Eyeing A Role In ‘The Help’ & More

Kevin Jagernauth

April 8, 2012 3:29 pm

The Mix: 'The Dark Knight Rises' Gets Fully Expected PG-13 Rating; Katy Perry Was Eyeing A Role In 'The Help' & More

Octavia Spencer Says She’s Writing Something For Melissa McCarthy, Describes Her ‘Lamb Of God’ Character While Campaigning For ‘The Help’

February 25, 2012 12:47 pm

Octavia Spencer Says She's Writing Something For Melissa McCarthy, Describes Her 'Lamb Of God' Character While Campaigning For 'The Help'

‘Man On A Ledge’ Star Anthony Mackie Was “Excited Beyond Belief” To Play Jimi Hendrix In Paul Greengrass’ Aborted Biopic

January 24, 2012 6:17 pm

'Man On A Ledge' Star Anthony Mackie Was "Excited Beyond Belief" To Play Jimi Hendrix In Paul Greengrass' Aborted Biopic

Shocks Abound As Oscar Noms Are Announced; ‘Hugo’ Leads With Eleven, ‘Tree Of Life’ Gets Picture & Director Nods

Oliver Lyttelton

January 24, 2012 8:58 am

Shocks Abound As Oscar Noms Are Announced; 'Hugo' Leads With Eleven, 'Tree Of Life' Gets Picture & Director Nods

The Amazing Race: My Super Last Minute Oscar Predictions

January 23, 2012 11:15 pm

The Amazing Race: My Super Last Minute Oscar Predictions

The Amazing Race: At Long Last, My Final Oscar Nomination Predictions

Oliver Lyttelton

January 20, 2012 3:54 pm

The Amazing Race: At Long Last, My Final Oscar Nomination Predictions

BAFTA Nominations Buck The Trend With Strong Showings For ‘Drive,’ ‘Tinker Tailor’ & ‘My Week With Marilyn’

Oliver Lyttelton

January 17, 2012 3:09 am

BAFTA Nominations Buck The Trend With Strong Showings For 'Drive,' 'Tinker Tailor' & 'My Week With Marilyn'