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15 Facts You May Not Know About ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’
15 Facts You May Not Know About ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’
15 Facts You May Not Know About ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’
There’s a running joke in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade that Indy took his nickname from the family dog. That joke has some truth to it though because as George Lucas was developing Raiders of the Lost Ark, he actually named the character after his dog, Jones (the “Indiana” was a riff on Steve McQueen character Nevada Smith). Coincidentally, the same dog was the inspiration for Chewbacca in Star Wars. Need more Raiders of the Lost Ark facts? Throw us the idol and we’ll throw you the latest episode of You Think You Know Movies!
Harrison Ford Hospitalized Following Plane Crash in California
Harrison Ford Hospitalized Following Plane Crash in California
Harrison Ford Hospitalized Following Plane Crash in California
This is absolutely harrowing news: iconic actor and living legend Harrison Ford has been critically injured in a plane crash. The plane crash-landed in Venice, California today and Ford was subsequently rushed to the hospital where his condition is currently critical. Ford, who’s been reprising his role in the new series of Star Wars films and recently signed on for the long-gestating Blade Runner sequel, is 72 years old—making his enduring dedication to these franchises even more remarkable.
‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Has Officially Resumed Filming
‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Has Officially Resumed Filming
‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Has Officially Resumed Filming
For awhile there, it looked like 'Star Wars: Episode 7' was in trouble. Harrison Ford had broken his leg in a freak Millennium Falcon accident and there were rumors that the production was going to be shut down for weeks! Months! Forever!!! And then Harrison Ford got better and the only real damage to the schedule was a two-week break where everyone made ice bucket challenge videos and refused to answer questions to prying reporters on red carpets. And now, 'Star Wars: Episode 7' has officially resumed filming.
8 Things You Didn’t Know About Indiana Jones
8 Things You Didn’t Know About Indiana Jones
8 Things You Didn’t Know About Indiana Jones
Indiana Jones was one of our favorite movie characters growing up -- he ate brains, killed Nazis and wasn't ashamed to admit he hates snakes. We assume this love is universal. That's why we made this handy little infographic just for you.
Harrison Ford Flips Out After Audience Member Asks a ‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Question
Harrison Ford Flips Out After Audience Member Asks a ‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Question
Harrison Ford Flips Out After Audience Member Asks a ‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Question
Harrison Ford was a guest on last night's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' to promote his movie '42' and naturally the discussion came around to 'Star Wars: Episode 7' and the future of the franchise. Ford tried to stay mum and say he couldn't talk about anything 'Star Wars,' but when he agreed to some questions from the audience, things got heated and Ford walked off the set. Watch video of the incident belo
’42’ Review
’42’ Review
’42’ Review
My grandmother, Rhoda Singer, died earlier this year. She lived much of her life in Brooklyn and was a Brooklyn Dodgers fan. Her favorite player was Pee Wee Reese, the Dodgers' scrappy white shortstop who famously silenced a racist Cincinnati crowd by putting his arm around his black teammate Jackie Robinson during pre-game warmups. I thought about my grandmother a lot while watching '42,' the new
’42’ Featurette Highlights the Heroism of Jackie Robinson
’42’ Featurette Highlights the Heroism of Jackie Robinson
’42’ Featurette Highlights the Heroism of Jackie Robinson
'42' looks fascinating, and not just for Harrison Ford's weird make-up. Relaying the biography of Jackie Robinson, it shows how the star baseball player (played by Chadwick Boseman) had to struggle against the prejudices that didn't want to see professional baseball become integrated. Now there's a featurette that plays up Robinson's historical significance.
Betty White and Paris Hilton Ranked the Most and Least Trusted Celebrities – See Who Else Made the List
Betty White and Paris Hilton Ranked the Most and Least Trusted Celebrities – See Who Else Made the List
Betty White and Paris Hilton Ranked the Most and Least Trusted Celebrities – See Who Else Made the List
In a new Reuters/Ipsos survey, octogenarian and veteran ‘Golden Girls’ star Betty White was voted the most popular and trusted celebrity, with 86 percent of the 2,200 US adults polled giving her a favorable rating. Denzel Washington and Sandra Bullock were not far behind, coming in second and third with 85 percent and 84 percent, respectively.
Celebrity Birthdays for July 13 – Harrison Ford, Cheech Marin and More
Celebrity Birthdays for July 13 – Harrison Ford, Cheech Marin and More
Celebrity Birthdays for July 13 – Harrison Ford, Cheech Marin and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Harrison Ford Age: 69 Occupation: Actor Known For: Roles such as Han Solo in the original 'Star Wars' trilogy and Indiana Jones in the eponymous movie franchise, and his marriage to human swizzle-stick Calista Flockhart Cheech Marin Age: 65 Occupation: Actor and Comedian Known For: Being half of the legendary stoner comedy duo Cheech