Articles by Dianne Depra
Did Bond Girl Melina Havelock Inspire Marvel's Elektra?
Marvel characters are derived from multiple pop culture inspirations. Was Elektra's character based off of a Bond girl?
Awards Season Picks: 45 Movies That Could Take Home Oscar Nominations
It’s still a fair game for anyone but here are 45 movies possibly in the running for an Oscar or two. See if your own favorites made the list!
Quentin Tarantino Admits Unease After Cop Backlash But Will Continue Talking
Quentin Tarantino is getting police attention not in the way he hoped and the backlash has made him uneasy. The director, however, remains steadfast in his stand against police brutality.
Is ‘Spectre’ Sam Mendes’ Final ‘James Bond’ Movie?
Sam Mendes’ vision for James Bond had been nothing but remarkable. Daniel Craig is due for another round as 007 but will the director be around as well?
Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid' Will Star Chloe Moretz
Audiences will soon see Chloe Moretz as the Little Mermaid. Universal Pictures has officially announced the actress as taking the lead role for the studio’s adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen classic.
Bindi Irwin Has To Prove Dad Steve Irwin Is Dead To Collect 'DWTS' Earnings
Age can be an inconvenience. As Bindi Irwin is a minor, she’s being instructed by the court to prove the death of her father, famed croc hunter Steve Irwin, before she can validate her 'DWTS' contract.
7 Creatures To Expect From ‘Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them’
There will be beasts for sure, but which creatures will 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' feature? Here's a roundup of a few possible candidates.
Carrie Brownstein, Amy Poehler Officiate Impromptu Wedding At Book Reading
Carrie Brownstein is an actress, band member, author and, apparently, an ordained minister. Amy Poehler helped her officiate a fan’s wedding at an event for her book ‘Hunger Makes Me a Modern Girl’.
Is Sotheby’s Taubman Auction A Sign Of Things To Come In The Art Market?
Over the last 60 years, A. Alfred Taubman collected art. His collection was recently auctioned by Sotheby’s, the results of which could hint at the future of the art market.
'We Want To Hang On To Him’: 'Bond' Producers On Daniel Craig As 007
'Bond' producers really, really, really like Daniel Craig as 007. Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson are hopeful they can hang on to the actor and work with him some more.
Adele Is Not A Fan Of Blur’s Damon Albarn
Such a shame. Adele tried working with the Blur frontman for her new album but the two were not able to play along nicely during the process.
Kurt Cobain’s Green Cardigan From MTV Unplugged Performance To Hit Auction Block
Few things stand out when Kurt Cobain is in the picture. One of them is the green cardigan he wore for Nirvana’s 'MTV Unplugged' performance, which will hit Julien’s Live’s auction block Nov. 7.
Love Your Own? Jennifer Lawrence Declares Katniss ‘Best Female Character Ever’
If you had to be with someone for years, it would pay to think they are the best. Fortunately, this is how Jennifer Lawrence feels about Katniss Everdeen, the character she played in "The Hunger Games."
97 Percent Of Children In West Virginia Have Health Insurance Coverage
Let the children play! Actually, they can do whatever they want, especially if they live in West Virginia, as the state has 97 percent of its children covered by health insurance.
Breast Cancer Rates On The Rise For African-American Women
African-American women are recording increases in breast cancer incidence every year, according to a report. The rate increase is occurring so rapidly that it has reduced the gap between rates for African-American and white women in the U.S.
An All-Female ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ Is In The Works And Will Reportedly Star Sandra Bullock
Ever wondered how an all-female team will pull off a heist? Wonder no more as an all-female ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ is on its way, with Sandra Bullock in the lead.
Carrie Fisher To Daisy Ridley: ‘Don’t Be A Slave Like I Was’
No gold bikinis for you! From one 'Star Wars' star to another, Carrie Fisher had some words of advice for Daisy Ridley, helping the young actress deal with her rise to stardom.
If Not Harrison Ford, Who Could’ve Played Han Solo In 'Star Wars?'
Harrison Ford has been the face of Han Solo for more than 35 years. Ever wondered how different 'Star Wars' would have been if a different actor was cast in the role?
'Gotham' Casts Nathan Darrow As Victor Fries For Season 2
'Gotham' season 2 will have Nathan Darrow playing Victor Fries. With him in the picture, Jim Gordon will have his hands even fuller as a new villain makes an appearance in his city.
Theaters To Enforce Dress Code For 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Screenings?
You can’t wear that! 'Star Wars' fans trooping to see 'The Force Awakens' may have to be more mindful of what they are wearing as cinemas may be enforcing dress codes during screenings.
Olivia Wilde Wants More Complex Female Superheroes
Olivia Wilde is not satisfied with today’s crop of female superheroes. The 'Meadowland' star shared she’s looking for complexity and has a few ideas on how to introduce that to a female superhero character.
BB-8 Pumpkin Is Every Star Wars Fan’s Halloween Dream Come True
A 'Star Wars' fan? Get into the spirit of Halloween with your very own BB-8 pumpkin and be one with The Force in celebrating the holiday.
Researchers Create Artificial Sense Of Touch With ‘Sheet Music’
Now with a guide to follow, researchers are a step closer towards refining prosthetic limbs and offering an artificial sense of touch that is hopefully comparable to a natural sensation.
Live Fast, Die Young: Common Lizards Threatened By Climate Change
Will the common lizard be no more after 2100? Researchers have found that the reptile will be gravely affected should the climate warm to projected levels by the end of the century.
Pregnant Women Show Cellular Signs As They Go Into Labor: Study
According to researchers, certain cellular signs may indicate that a pregnant woman is about to go into labor. This kind of information helps in assessing preterm birth risks.
TriForce Heroes Spot In Zelda Timeline Revealed: Link As A Link?
Curious as to where Triforce Heroes sits in the Zelda series? Game director Hiromasa Shikata weighed in on Link as a hero and where the game is in the series’ timeline.
‘I Have To Call A Murder A Murder’: Quentin Tarantino Joins NY Police Brutality Protest
If anyone knows how to use violence to make a point, it’s Quentin Tarantino. The director, not condoning police brutality, joined a protest in New York to stand up for victims of injustice.
Jon M. Chu Talks ‘Jem And The Holograms’ Flop And Death Threats
Jon M. Chu had an awkward weekend. 'Jem and the Holograms' didn’t do so well as it opened and yet the director was in Los Angeles to talk about how great it was to be in the movie industry.
'I’m Very Happy About It’: Bruce Willis Approves Of ‘Die Hard’ Prequel
Over the last 25 years, Bruce Willis has been synonymous with the 'Die Hard' franchise. Now that a prequel is coming up, the actor is understandably 'very happy about it.'
Gout Drug Lesinurad By AstraZeneca Receives Approval Recommendation From FDA Advisory Committee
Lesinurad is a step closer towards achieving FDA approval as the agency’s Arthritis Advisory Committee has recommended that the drug be approved for use in the U.S.
