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About Patrick Hayes

A talented writer and established critic, Patrick joined the MovieWeb team in 2022. Having always had an avid interest in film, Patrick was brought up watching pictures like The Italian Job, The Alamo, and Papillon... albeit not out of choice. 

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The 12 Best Drama Movie Performances in 2023

2023 has played host to some exceptional performances in drama movies, and here are the best.

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The British Film Institute Sight and Sound's 10 Best Movies of 2023

The BFI Sight and Sound recently announced their best films of 2023, let's take a look at their top 10 movies of the year.

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Wonka: What You Probably Missed on a First Watch

After its recent release, let's take a look at what audiences may have missed after first viewing Wonka...

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The 12 Best Timothee Chalamet Movies, Ranked

The charismatic young superstar Timothee Chalamet has proved his talents film after film and has become one of the most in-demand stars working today.

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12 Best Actors Who Played Santa Claus, Ranked

One of the best things about the holiday season is Santa Claus. Here are all the amazing actors who have portrayed the jolly man in red.

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Best World War Two Movies from a German and Axis Perspective, Ranked

In these movies, we are offered a rare glimpse into the lives of soldiers from a German and Axis perspective, providing a fuller historical picture.

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Every Yorgos Lanthimos Movie, Ranked

Thought-provoking and unique, from Kinetta to Poor Things, here's every movie from the great director Yorgos Lanthimos.

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Best Andre Braugher Performances, Ranked

Andre Braugher is a recognizable face from his roles in Primal Fear and Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

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The Father Perfectly Encompasses the Difficulties and Heartbreak of Dementia

Anthony Hopkins won another Academy Award for his performance in The Father. Let's look at why the film's themes are so affecting and heartbreaking.

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Kevin Costner's Best Performances, Ranked

From Eliot Ness in The Untouchables to Crash Davis in Bull Durham, here's a look at Kevin Costner's best performances, ranked.

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Land of Mine Is the Most Underrated War Movie of All Time

Land of Mine is an incredible war film that doesn't get the recognition it deserves. Here's why it's the most underrated in the genre.

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Sicario 3: Plot, Cast, and Everything Else We Know

Denis Villeneuve's Sicario starring Emily Blunt has another sequel on its way. Here's everything we know about Sicario 3.

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The 15 Most Historically Inaccurate Movies Ever Made

Taking liberties with the facts is just part of Hollywood, though these supposedly historical movies play fast and loose with the truth.

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Oppenheimer: How Christopher Nolan Did the Impossible With His Atomic Blockbuster

The fact that Oppenheimer is a success is nothing short of incredible.

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Why There Haven't Been Any Modern Christmas Classics in the 2020s

Binge-watching the old, usual holiday movies is fine, but honestly, where aren’t there more modern classics? It’s not as if anyone stole them away.

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Why CGI Wasn’t Used to Recreate Philip Seymour Hoffman in the Hunger Games Movies

Philip Seymour Hoffman died before completing filming The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2, and the director didn't want to use CGI.

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Best World War II Movies Ever Made, Ranked

For decades, filmmakers have tackled the sensitive and emotionally-driven theme of World War II in an array of noteworthy and poignant pictures.

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The Best Laura Linney Performances, Ranked

Laura Linney has had a long and successful career in Hollywood. With Ozark finishing its run, let's look at the best roles of her career.

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New York Film Critics Just Chose These Movies for the First Awards of the Season

Let's take a look at all of the notable winners from the NYFCC.

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George MacKay's 10 Best Movies, Ranked

With his new film, Femme, releasing soon, let's take a look at George MacKay's best movies thus far in his young career.

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