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Ennio Morricone & John Williams Among Oscar 2016 Contenders for Best Original Score

Oscar nominations have hit and to no one's surprise 'The Revenant' could be this year's top earner with 12 nominations in its corner. However the list also includes, more importantly, Ennio Morricone's score for 'The Hateful Eight,' John Williams' score for 'Star Wars' and Thomas Newman's score for 'Bridge of Spies' all contending for Best Original Score; and David Lang's "Simple Song #3" competing in the Best Original Song category.
By Ian Holubiak

  • Record Breaking 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Has Hard Time in China

    Star Wars: The Force Awakens has gone beyond the one billion dollar mark faster than any other film in history. The film shows no signs of slowing down at the box office, but has had a hard time finding traction in China. Nonetheless, it's safe to say that opening during the holiday has helped the film rack up $652 million dollars in the United States market.
    By valerie complex

  • JJ Abrams Defends ‘Star Wars The Force Awakens’ After ‘New Hope’ Ripoff Criticism

    Who would have thought that when the Force awakend that it would be to the all too familiar sound of Sonny and Cher’s “I Got You Babe,” playing in the background? After facing harsh criticism from 'Star Wars' fans and critics, this one included, that 'Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens' was a ripoff of A New Hope, J.J. is now opening up about what he wanted to accomplish with the film. Check out the report below to see what Abrams said as well as actual footage of the Force awakening.
    By James Knight