Passing

Downey thanks Tom Cruise for passing on Iron Man and Chaplin

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Robert Downey Jr. is expressing gratitude to Tom Cruise for turning down the roles of Charlie Chaplin and Tony Stark. Tony Stark and Charlie Chaplin stand as two of Robert Downey Jr.’s most iconic performances. And while RDJ may have expressed relief that Chaplin didn’t nab him an Academy Award, he’s well aware of its … Read more

Saltburn and Subverting the Passing Narrative | Features

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In “Saltburn,” that false stability can be seen in the very appearance of the family’s country home. With its strong oak interiors, its sturdy stone exteriors, and the vastness of its grounds, Saltburn is a monument to the stasis of Felix’s wealth. You would think Fennell would better connect the symbolism of the home—particularly through … Read more