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  • Steven Spielberg remembers 6-year-old Drew Barrymore was an improv pro on set of ‘E.T.’




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    Even at six years old, Drew Barrymore had a lot to say.

    Director Steven Spielberg opened up about working with Barrymore on the 1982 classic “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” during a conversation on Saturday at the TCM Classic Film Festival’s 92NY event. The pair reminisced about their time together on the set, with Spielberg saying he was most impressed by his young star’s ability to improv.

    “The camera was rolling and Drew said, ‘I don’t like his feet.’ We used it,” Spielberg recounted at the event, according to People. “Drew made up a lot of her own dialogue because she was irrepressible.”

    The director added that Barrymore’s improvisational skills were “gold” and he went on to recall how the film’s screenwriter Melissa Matheson, too, “couldn’t believe the stuff that Drew was coming up with.” Matheson died in 2015.

    Barrymore, with the passage of time, shared the same sentiment.

    “I can’t believe the stuff I came up with,” she said, adding that she was surprise by how many of her improved lines ended up in the final cut.

    (From left) Drew Barrymore and Steven Spielberg at the TCM Classic Film Festival: New York Pop-Up x 92NY on January 25 in New York City.

    The tear-jerker won four Oscars in 1982, including best visual effects and original score. It was a massive hit, drawing in more than $359 million at the US box office at the time, according to Box Office Mojo.

    Barrymore previously said on a 2020 episode of her morning talk show “The Drew Barrymore Show” that even as a child, she was precocious enough to snag a keepsake from set.

    “I do have the red cowboy hat I wore in E.T. It is in the girls’ room somewhere and reminds me that I was 6 years old wearing that hat,” Barrymore said. “I’m so glad I still have it.”

    Barrymore added, “When we’re kids, we don’t think something will be important to us one day; we clean out our room and throw stuff away. It’s nice if parents put something of theirs in their kids’ rooms, so it’s a transference of memories and energy.”



    In a recent interview, legendary director Steven Spielberg fondly remembered working with a 6-year-old Drew Barrymore on the set of the iconic film ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’. Spielberg revealed that Barrymore, despite her young age, was a natural at improvisation and added a special spark to the film.

    “Drew was like a little improv pro on set,” Spielberg reminisced. “She had this incredible ability to come up with her own lines and reactions that just brought so much life to her character. It was truly amazing to see someone so young with such talent and creativity.”

    Barrymore’s performance in ‘E.T.’ catapulted her into stardom and solidified her as a talented actress at a young age. Spielberg’s praise for her improvisational skills further cements her status as a standout child actor in Hollywood history.

    As ‘E.T.’ remains a beloved classic to this day, fans can look back on Barrymore’s unforgettable performance with a newfound appreciation for her natural talent and infectious energy on set.

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  • Steven Spielberg Reveals He ‘Never Even Thought’ About Being a Dad Until Directing This Famous Movie


    It’s not often that work is a driving factor for making someone want to become a parent. Sure, jobs are a major talking point in terms of what postpartum life will look like, but it’s rare that we hear stories about careers being the catalyst to parenthood.

    And yet … Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg says he “never even thought” about fatherhood until he made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

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    During a panel at the TCM Classic Film Festival, Spielberg sat alongside Barrymore and chatted about the famed 1982 film. They both agreed the movie was life-changing. For Barrymore, it jumpstarted her career. For Spielberg, it made him reflect on his personal life.

    “Up until that point — ’81, ’82 — I was just making movies,” Spielberg said, per People. “That was my life. I was obsessed with telling stories, but making E.T. made me want to be a father for the first time. I never even thought about that until E.T.”

    It was working alongside then-6-year-old Barrymore that made the 35-year-old want to have kids of his own. “I didn’t ruin that for you?” Barrymore quipped.

    “The opposite,” Spielberg said to his goddaughter.

    In fact, the director now has seven adult kids. He shares son Max with his ex-wife Amy Irving, and kids Sasha, Sawyer, Mikaela, and Destry with wife Kate Capshaw. He is also stepdad to Capshaw’s kids Jessica and Theo.

    Director Steven Spielberg, Drew Barrymore on the set of E.T., 1982

    Director Steven Spielberg and Drew Barrymore on the set of E.T., 1982

    In 2022, during a special 40th anniversary celebration of the beloved sci-fi film, the Jurassic Park director also talked about E.T. setting him on a path to fatherhood.

    “I didn’t want to have kids because it was not a kind of equation that made sense for me as I was going from movie to movie to movie, script to script,” he told Variety. “It never occurred to me until halfway through E.T.”

    “I was a parent on that film,” Spielberg added, saying that “in a way” a director is a dad or mom. He added that he felt protective of the young cast members, “especially” Barrymore.

    “And I started thinking, ‘Well, maybe this could be my real life someday.’ It was the first time that it occurred to me that maybe I could be a dad … I really felt that that would be my big production.”

    During the recent panel, Spielberg admitted that because of his seven kids and six grandkids, E.T. is probably his own movie that he’s seen the most.

    “I’ve shown the film to all my kids and a couple of my grandkids,” he said, “Some of them are still too young because I’m always worried about them being worried about E.T. and I want to let them know before they turn the corner and are surprised by something, what to expect.”

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    In a recent interview, legendary director Steven Spielberg shocked fans by admitting that he had never even considered becoming a father until he directed the iconic film “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.”

    Spielberg, known for his blockbuster hits like “Jurassic Park” and “Jaws,” shared that working on “E.T.” opened his eyes to the joys and responsibilities of parenthood. He explained that the emotional journey of the film, which centers around a young boy’s bond with a lost alien, made him reflect on the importance of family and connection.

    The director, who went on to have seven children, revealed that the experience of making “E.T.” had a profound impact on his personal life. He credited the film with helping him understand the universal themes of love, acceptance, and the bond between parent and child.

    Spielberg’s revelation has sparked a wave of admiration from fans, who praised the director for his honesty and vulnerability. Many have expressed gratitude for the heartfelt storytelling in “E.T.” and its lasting impact on audiences around the world.

    As Spielberg continues to captivate audiences with his cinematic masterpieces, it is clear that his journey as a filmmaker and a father has been deeply intertwined. His revelation serves as a reminder of the power of storytelling to inspire, connect, and transform lives.

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  • Steven Spielberg Says Young Drew Barrymore in ‘E.T.’ Made Him ‘Want to Be a Father’


    Drew Barrymore inspired Steven Spielberg on the set of E.T. in the ’80s.

    On Saturday, Jan. 25, the two opened up about working together on 1982’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial during a panel moderated by Dave Karger at the TCM Classic Film Festival at 92nd Street Y in New York City. 

    “I think E.T., for me, is the one I’m the most proud of,” Barrymore said, “because it’s the one that changed my life.”

    The actress, 49, continued, “There’s no question about that. Everything in my life is about how I got believed in by one human being, and that is the life that I try to honor every day.”

    The famed director, 78, added that it “changed my life also.”

    “Up until that point — ’81, ’82 — I was just making movies,” Spielberg explained. “That was my life. I was obsessed with telling stories, but making E.T. made me want to be a father for the first time. I never even thought about that until E.T.”

    Drew Barrymore and Steven Spielberg on Jan. 25, 2025.

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    Barrymore quipped, “I didn’t ruin that for you?” to which Spielberg said, “The opposite.”

    “Thank goodness, my job is done,” she replied, jokingly. 

    Earlier in the conversation, Spielberg admitted that he has watched the science-fiction flick “probably more than I’ve seen any other movie I’ve ever directed, partially because I’ve shown the film to all my kids.”

    Spielberg now has seven adult children, ages 28 to 48.

    “I have seven kids and six grandkids,” he said at the event. “I’ve shown the film to all my kids and a couple of my grandkids. Some of them are still too young, because I’m always worried about them being worried about E.T. and I want to let them know before they turn the corner and are surprised by something, what to expect.”

    Drew Barrymore on the ‘E.T.’ set.

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    In April 2022, Spielberg opened up about the movie being inspired by his own parents’ divorce while speaking at a special 40th anniversary celebration during the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival. 

    The director recalled thinking, “What if I turn my story about divorce into a story about children, a family, trying to fill the great need and creating such responsibility?”

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    Spielberg continued, “A divorce creates great responsibility, especially if you have siblings; we all take care of each other. What if Elliott, or the kid – I hadn’t dreamed up his name yet – needed to, for the first time in his life, become responsible for a life form to fill the gap in his heart?”

    He dived more into how the movie inspired his journey into parenthood at the event.

    “I didn’t want to have kids because it was not a kind of equation that made sense for me as I was going from movie to movie to movie, script to script,” he said. “It never occurred to me until halfway through E.T.”

    “I was a parent on that film,” Spielberg added, noting that he was feeling protective of the young cast, “especially Drew, who was only 6 years old.”

    He said, “And I started thinking, ‘Well, maybe this could be my real life someday.’ It was the first time that it occurred to me that maybe I could be a dad. And maybe in a way, a director is a dad, or a mom.”



    In a recent interview, legendary director Steven Spielberg opened up about how working with a young Drew Barrymore on the set of ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ had a profound impact on him. Spielberg revealed that Barrymore’s performance as the lovable and spirited Gertie in the 1982 film made him realize his desire to become a father.

    Spielberg described Barrymore as a “little firecracker” on set and praised her natural talent and infectious energy. He recalled how her presence on set brought a sense of joy and wonder to the film, and how her performance touched his heart in a way that he had never experienced before.

    The director went on to say that watching Barrymore interact with her on-screen alien friend, E.T., made him reflect on the joys and challenges of parenthood. He admitted that working with the young actress made him realize the unique bond that a parent shares with their child, and how that relationship can shape and define a person’s life.

    Spielberg’s comments serve as a testament to the impact that Barrymore’s performance had on him and the lasting influence of ‘E.T.’ on popular culture. The film, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, continues to be cherished by audiences of all ages for its heartwarming story and memorable characters.

    As Spielberg looks back on his experience working with Barrymore, it is clear that her portrayal of Gertie not only left a lasting impression on him as a filmmaker but also helped him connect with a deeper desire to experience the joys of fatherhood.

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  • The Steven Spielberg movie Samuel L Jackson hated

    The Steven Spielberg movie Samuel L Jackson hated


    As one of Hollywood’s most recognisable stars, Samuel L Jackson has appeared in his fair share of acclaimed movies, rising to prominence in the late 1980s with roles in Spike Lee movies like Do The Right Thing and Mo’ Better Blues. He soon appeared in other celebrated movies like Goodfellas, Jurassic Park, Pulp Fiction, and True Romance, establishing himself as a Hollywood icon.

    In the years since, Jackson has been seen in a wide variety of movies, often working with Quentin Tarantino. Alongside Pulp Fiction, he has also appeared in Jackie Brown, Kill Bill Vol. 2, Inglourious Basterds, Django Unchained, and The Hateful Eight – clearly, Tarantino considers him a favourite. The actor has also found himself in the Star Wars franchise and several Marvel movies, as well as lending his voice to The Incredibles and various other animated films.

    However, during the time he was breaking through into the industry, it was perhaps Jurassic Park that introduced Jackson to the mainstream. He played Ray Arnold, an engineer who is killed off-screen. Still, most people can remember his character, whose arm is later discovered by Laura Dern’s Ellie. Directed by Steven Spielberg, one of the most successful Hollywood figures of all time, the movie was the first massive blockbuster that Jackson was cast in.

    Yet, Jackson has since had some negative things to say about a later Spielberg film, and we’d be surprised if the filmmaker ever casts Jackson in one of his movies again. While cinema is rather subjective, and Jackson is more than entitled to his opinion, he hilariously shared it very publicly. The actor was not a fan of Lincoln, the 2012 biopic that chronicled the end of the 16th President of the United States’ life. He was played by Hollywood royalty Daniel Day-Lewis, who earned a ‘Best Actor’ Oscar for his incredible performance.

    For Jackson, the movie just wasn’t up to scratch. “I don’t understand why it didn’t just end when Lincoln is walking down the hall and the butler gives him his hat,” he revealed (via The Los Angeles Times). “Why did I need to see him dying on the bed? I have no idea what Spielberg was trying to do,” the actor continued before summing up his thoughts, “I didn’t need the assassination at all. Unless he’s going to show Lincoln getting his brains blown out. And even then, why am I watching it? The movie had a better ending ten minutes before.”

    Lincoln was nominated for ‘Best Picture’ and ‘Best Director’ at the Oscars, with many critics heaping praise on the epic movie, believing it to be a significant cinematic achievement. With Day-Lewis in the leading role, it wasn’t hard to guess that the movie would become a massive success, but there were also fantastic performances from other actors, including Sally Field, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Tommy Lee Jones.

    So, while Jackson wasn’t a fan, it seems he was in the minority. The actor has always been rather outspoken, however, and it’s often refreshing to hear stars honestly sharing their opinions on movies without fearing the potential repercussions.

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    In a surprising twist, legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg found himself at odds with none other than actor Samuel L. Jackson over their collaboration on the movie “The Color Purple.” Despite being critically acclaimed and receiving multiple Oscar nominations, Jackson was vocal about his dissatisfaction with the film and his role in it.

    In a candid interview, Jackson expressed his frustration with Spielberg’s direction and the way his character was portrayed on screen. He felt that his role as Mister was one-dimensional and lacked depth, ultimately leading to his disdain for the movie as a whole.

    Despite the controversy surrounding their collaboration, “The Color Purple” remains a beloved and important film in Spielberg’s filmography. However, the rift between Spielberg and Jackson serves as a reminder that even the most successful collaborations can sometimes lead to creative differences and disagreements.

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  • 12 INTERVIEWS OF XMAS: Bad Sisters – “Meryl Streep declared herself a fan, Steven Spielberg as well”

    12 INTERVIEWS OF XMAS: Bad Sisters – “Meryl Streep declared herself a fan, Steven Spielberg as well”


    As part of our 12 Interviews of Xmas series, we’re looking back at some of our most unforgettable interviews of 2024. As Bad Sisters returned to our screens in November, Stuart Clark talked to Sharon Horgan and the rest of the Garvey girls about dangling from cliffs, rubbing shoulders with Harry Potter legends, life after John Paul, Hollywood fans and what makes the show so special…

    Originally published in Hot Press‘s ‘Best of Dublin’ in November 2024

    Following on from the success of the Wild Atlantic Way, Ancient East, Ring Of Cork and Hidden Heartlands, it’s high time that we thought about rebranding our coastline so that locals and visitors alike are fully aware of how magnificent it is. I’m proposing the Irish Riviera for all points south of the city centre – emerging from the Killiney DART tunnel you’d swear you were in France or Italy – and the Costa del Dublin for the Clontarf to Skerries stretch which on a sunny day is a match for anywhere in Spain.

    The latter is already famous internationally as the backdrop to Bad Sisters, the pitch-black dramedy from the pen of Sharon Horgan which includes the Forty Foot, Clontarf Bull Wall, Donabate’s Beech Carpark, Sutton, Rush, Leopardstown, Deer Park in Howth, the Fingal County Council building and that finest of drinking emporia, Gibney’s of Malahide, among its locations.

    Following the grisly season one demise of the odious John Paul – we didn’t know Grace had it in her! – Bad Sisters returned to Apple TV+ this month with a literal cliffhanger.

    “That was outrageous!” laughs Eva Birthistle who plays Ursula in the series. “We were on wires hanging from the side of a cliff. It was a big effort to get us into these harnesses and locked on. There were health and safety lectures beforehand and then, when we walked on set, the heaven’s opened and we had the heaviest rain ever.

    “People will think we did it in a studio against a greenscreen but it was a real cliff in Co. Wicklow at three o’clock in the morning.”

    “Getting harnessed up was exhilarating,” Sharon Horgan takes over. “We were each assigned a buddy and weren’t allowed to move left, right, front or back without it being signed off but when we did the actual scene it was just us and the cliff.”

    Watching these nocturnal (mis)adventures with a mixture of horror and admiration was Dearbhla Walsh, the Bad Sisters director whose CV also includes such mega-hits as The Handmaid’s Tale, Fargo and The Punisher.

    “They were actually having so much fun doing their hanging and swinging that I had to say to them, ‘Great take but can you look more scared?’” Dearbhla recalls with a chuckle. “The day we found the cliff, the Director of Photography and I were like, ‘Oh my god, it would be fantastic if we could do the scene here!’ and thankfully everybody went with it.”

    Being strapped to a sheer rock face aside, the big Season 2 bombshell is that Grace has with indecent haste got remarried to Ian who’s as lovely as John Paul was loathsome.

    “An awful lot has happened in between the two series,” notes Anne-Marie Duff, AKA Grace. “We find the ‘grieving widow’ at a point of seeming bliss. She’s full of hope and a sense of future. The brilliance of the dramatic irony is that the audience all know that there’s this little demon just waiting. There’s the inevitability of the secret being revealed. It’s great for an actor because you’re showing one thing but you’re full of subtext.”

    Ensuring that Grace’s hope and sense of future soon evaporate are the keeper of her matricidal secret, Roger Muldoon, and his meddlesome sister Angelica who knows something is up and won’t rest until she gets to the bottom of it.

    One of several new characters, Angelica is brilliantly played by Cobh actor Fiona Shaw who kids of all ages will recognise as Harry Potter’s Aunt Petunia.

    “I’m a bona fide fan and was praying that we’d get Fiona because she’s who was in my head when I was writing Angelica,” Sharon resumes. “It doesn’t always pan out like that but she loves the show and said ‘Yes!’ despite there only being one script and a meeting where Dearbhla and I were like, ‘Please come and play with us!’

    “Having someone like her on board really helped us hone Angelica and made her flesh and blood rather than just being a caricature. We had a screening last night and she went down a storm. Especially for an Irish audience, there’s so much to recognise in her. Angelica is from a slightly older generation to the Garveys, loves the obituary page and interferes in everyone’s lives. She’s looking at these noisy, wild, free and sexually active women and wondering, ‘How can they even exist?’ She’s from Northern Ireland as well, so her sensibilities are very different.”

    Horgan’s enthusiasm for the new Bad Sisters cast member is shared by Eva Birthistle.

    “She makes Angelica such a gorgeous, tasty character that you just want more and more of it,” she proffers. “Fiona is massively playful and gets so much enjoyment out of it, which is wonderful to watch. There was a scene on the beach where she’s letting rip and it was so impressive that we all forgot to respond and say our lines!”

    We’ve asked Grace the “How are you, Hun?” question, but how are the other Garveys getting on?

    “Eva has made peace with a lot of the stuff that was fucking with her in Season 1,” Sharon proffers. “She’s dealing with physical stuff like the menopause and has given up drinking. She’s happy on her own, which I thought was a good thing to put on screen.

    “She’s still the matriarch looking after the sisters – Ursula has half-moved in because she’s split up with Donal – and has her flock around her. As with Grace, though, that contentment doesn’t last long.”

    Bibi’s turn…

    “She’s less rageful because John Paul is no longer around,” says the Cork thesp who plays her, Sarah Greene. “While Ursula and Grace aren’t really coping with that, Bibi doesn’t give him a second thought until the cops start looking at them again. Her biggest thing is transparency. The only way she can protect everybody is if she has all the information. The audience knew that Roger was involved but the sisters didn’t, so it’s a huge thing for Bibi to learn that Grace has kept a secret and the cracks begin to show.

    “Along with all of that we get to see more of her beautiful marriage to Nora. They’re going through IVF and trying for a second baby, so you’ve the struggles and emotions that go with that.”

    How’s Ursula doing?

    “Not great,” Eva Birthistle admits. “The two years have taken quite a toll on her but she’s not verbalising that. In Ursula fashion, she’s trying to patch things up and keep all the plates spinning at work. She’s broken up with Donal, so there’s a major life change in that respect. She’s not really coping and having to self-medicate to get through. It doesn’t take much for it all to unravel.”


    Eva Birthistle. Copyright Miguel Ruiz.

    Sadly, the baby of the family, Becka, can’t be with us today because Eve Hewson is in the States shooting an as-yet-untiled Noah Baumbach film with George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, Billy Crudup, Jim Broadbent and Isla Fisher. We’re pleased to report, though, that her Bad Sisters character is as delightfully scatty, endearing and annoying as ever.

    Asked to describe the atmosphere when everybody reconvened for Season 2, Dearbhla Walsh shoots back: “Like a school reunion that you want to go to! The producer and I specifically scheduled that the first scene on the first day would be all five sisters back on set. It’s the one where they find out about Roger, which causes serious shockwaves.

    “Part of my approach to the series is that you experience the dynamic of all five of them. They interact with each other so brilliantly. When Thaddea Graham, who’s one of the new kids on the block in this series, did her first scene she was met with this wall of sisters, which she found so intimidating.

    “I told her, ‘The girls are all mad about you’ and she was like, ‘Yeah, I know, but standing in front of them is scary!’ It took Thaddea a while to get used to this force of energy.”

    I’d like to shake the hand of the Apple TV+ executive who said, “Fuck this releasing it all in one go malarkey, we’re going to ration Bad Sisters fans to one episode a week.”

    “It’s absolutely brilliant that you’re forced to wait and, instead of inhaling it all in one go, let it sit with you,” says Dearbhla Walsh. “Apple paid attention to the fact that family and friends would get together and watch it on Friday night before the Late Late or Graham Norton. If somebody wasn’t there you’d have to wait.”

    “There’s such a whodunnit element to the show that it’s good to eek it out and tease people,” Anne-Marie pitches in.

    “I haven’t seen any of the new series,” Sarah reveals. “They sent me five episodes but I was like, ‘No, I’m so proud of this I want to watch it week-to-week.’”

    Not to be outdone by Eve Hewson, Sarah will soon be seen starring alongside Matt Smith, Robert Glenister and Lindsey Duncan in Sky’s six-part adaptation of Nick Cave’s The Death Of Bunny Munro novel. Did she get to meet the great man?

    “He came to set on my birthday but I didn’t want to go down and hound him because he was already getting a lot of that. I spoke to him on the phone, though, and met his beautiful wife, Susie, who designed the dresses I wear in it. Nick’s doing all the music for the series so, yeah, it’s going to be great.”

    Like Father Ted, Derry Girls and The Young Offenders before it, Bad Sisters revels in its Irishness and doesn’t feel a need to explain itself to overseas viewers.

    “You have to stick to your guns a little bit,” Sharon reflects. “Often the more specific you make something, the more it travels. If it’s too general and homogenised it loses something. I love watching Scandi stuff which has nothing to do with my life whatsoever. It’s pure escapism.

    “People do worry about whether the accents will be fully understood and if the jokes will travel but as with Catastrophe, there were always going to be references in there that maybe Americans don’t get but, you know, look it up!”

    The aforementioned Derry Girls’ fan club includes Martin Scorsese who left series creator Lisa McGee dumbstruck when he tweeted his approval. Is Sharon aware of Bad Sisters having Hollywood admirers?

    “Meryl Streep declared herself a fan, Steven Spielberg as well,” she beams. “We’ve had some incredibly impressive people say they love the show. I’m always pinching myself. It’s just great that it’s out there and still being discovered. I love that Apple focused on the first season again in the run up to the second series going out because we’ll likely get a whole new audience.”

    Saying their ‘goodbyes’ at the end of series one, Sharon and her fellow Bad Sisters had no idea whether or not there’d be a second season. Did she write one regardless?

    “No, I’m way too much of a scaredy cat to have done that,” Sharon smiles. “I actually needed assurance that if I didn’t come up with something, the onus wasn’t on us to make it. I had the idea for one of the new storylines while we were shooting the first season, but it was when Apple eventually asked for more that we decided to do a writers’ room and other stuff started coming out.”

    As raucously funny as it is – scenes routinely have to be reshot because of cast members corpsing, Horgan being the worst offender – Bad Sisters Season 1’s dominant theme was the horrific abuse John Paul subjected Grace and Eva to. Those scenes can’t have been easy to shoot.

    “Yeah, it was hard,” Anne-Marie nods. “It was a real acting challenge to play someone who is a ghost of a person. It was a nine month shoot, so I had to hang on to that for a long old time. There’s a sense of osmosis about it – bits of the character do leak into you. You can’t help but carry it a wee bit.

    “I got emails from people I’d met somewhere saying, ‘Hi Anne-Marie, I don’t know if you remember me but I wanted to tell you my mum’s story’. It wasn’t just women – I had a lot of men come up to me on the street and talk about their friends’ behaviour. You never ever know the ripple effect of what you do. It can be very, very potent.

    “We addressed a lot of things, including rape, in Season 1 of this drama/comedy which hopefully started conversations.”

    In an inspired bit of scheduling, Apple TV+ has decided to drop the Bad Sisters Season 2 finale on Christmas Day, which takes care of what to watch after the President’s speech.

    “I know, what a turn up for the books?” a delighted Sharon Horgan concludes. “I hadn’t expected that at all. It’s a lot of pressure though! I come from a generation when your Christmas Day viewing was everything and you’d go through the TV Times circling programmes with a biro. It’s a bit like being at Glastonbury and going, ‘Which bands on what stage am I going to catch?’ There’s going to be so much good stuff on, I hope we manage to stand out from the crowd.”

    Take it from me, they will!

    Season 2 of Bad Sisters is out now on Apple TV+.



    The Bad Sisters have taken the music world by storm with their unique blend of indie pop and rock. With their catchy melodies and powerful lyrics, the band has quickly gained a dedicated following. But what sets them apart from other up-and-coming artists is the high praise they have received from some of the biggest names in Hollywood.

    In a recent interview, Meryl Streep declared herself a fan of the Bad Sisters, praising their talent and originality. “I was blown away by their music,” Streep said. “They have a sound that is truly their own, and I can’t wait to see where their career takes them.”

    Steven Spielberg also had high praise for the band, calling them “a breath of fresh air in the music industry.” Spielberg added, “Their songs are so raw and honest, and their performances are electrifying. I have no doubt that they are destined for greatness.”

    The Bad Sisters themselves are humbled by the support they have received from these Hollywood heavyweights. “It’s surreal to think that two icons like Meryl Streep and Steven Spielberg are fans of our music,” said lead singer Emma. “We are so grateful for their support and encouragement.”

    With their debut album set to be released next year, the Bad Sisters are poised for even greater success. Keep an eye out for this talented band – they are sure to make waves in the music industry.

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  • Future of Events Remains Uncertain: A. I. Artificial Intelligence & Minority Report Steven Spielberg 2-Movie Bundle

    Future of Events Remains Uncertain: A. I. Artificial Intelligence & Minority Report Steven Spielberg 2-Movie Bundle


    Price: $129.00
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    Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
    Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.56 x 5.39 x 1.14 inches; 9.81 ounces
    ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07KB59MB6
    Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 3


    As we continue to navigate through the challenges of the ongoing pandemic, the future of events remains uncertain. With restrictions constantly changing and uncertainty looming, event planners and organizers are looking for innovative solutions to adapt to the new normal.

    One such solution that has been gaining traction is the use of artificial intelligence (A.I.) in event planning. A.I. technology has the potential to streamline processes, enhance attendee experiences, and even predict future trends. Just like in the futuristic world depicted in the classic film “Minority Report” directed by Steven Spielberg, where A.I. technology is used to prevent crimes before they happen, A.I. can also be utilized to anticipate and address challenges in event planning.

    To delve deeper into this topic, we are excited to offer a special 2-movie bundle featuring Steven Spielberg’s iconic films “Minority Report” and its sequel. These films not only provide a thrilling glimpse into a world where A.I. technology plays a crucial role in shaping the future, but also serve as a reminder of the potential impact A.I. can have on event planning.

    Join us as we explore the intersection of A.I., event planning, and the uncertain future of events. Get your popcorn ready and prepare to be inspired by the possibilities that lie ahead. The future may be uncertain, but with the right tools and technology, we can navigate through these challenges and create unforgettable events for years to come.
    #Future #Events #Remains #Uncertain #Artificial #Intelligence #Minority #Report #Steven #Spielberg #2Movie #Bundle

  • Screener Promotional AI Artificial Intelligence DVD STEVEN SPIELBERG Utra Rare

    Screener Promotional AI Artificial Intelligence DVD STEVEN SPIELBERG Utra Rare



    Screener Promotional AI Artificial Intelligence DVD STEVEN SPIELBERG Utra Rare

    Price : 49.99

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    Are you a fan of Steven Spielberg’s films? Do you love collecting rare and unique movie memorabilia? Well, we have the perfect item for you – a Screener Promotional AI Artificial Intelligence DVD!

    This ultra rare DVD features behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with the cast and crew, and exclusive content that you won’t find anywhere else. Plus, with AI technology, you can interact with the DVD in a whole new way, making it a truly one-of-a-kind collectible.

    Don’t miss your chance to own this piece of movie history. Grab your Screener Promotional AI Artificial Intelligence DVD today before it’s gone!
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  • A.I. Artificial Intelligence 2DVD Set SEALED Watermark Dreamworks Spielberg

    A.I. Artificial Intelligence 2DVD Set SEALED Watermark Dreamworks Spielberg



    A.I. Artificial Intelligence 2DVD Set SEALED Watermark Dreamworks Spielberg

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    Are you a fan of Steven Spielberg’s A.I. Artificial Intelligence? Then you’ll want to get your hands on this rare 2DVD set that is still sealed with the Dreamworks watermark. This collector’s item is a must-have for any movie buff or Spielberg enthusiast. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own this piece of cinematic history. Grab your copy now before it’s gone!
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  • ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Steven Spielberg: 2 Disc Special “Offers Always Welcome”

    ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Steven Spielberg: 2 Disc Special “Offers Always Welcome”



    ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Steven Spielberg: 2 Disc Special “Offers Always Welcome”

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    Are you a fan of Steven Spielberg’s groundbreaking film “Artificial Intelligence”? Well, we have a special treat for you – a 2-disc special edition of this iconic movie!

    This special edition includes never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with the cast and crew, and exclusive bonus features that dive deeper into the world of AI.

    And the best part? Offers are always welcome! So whether you’re a die-hard fan looking to add this special edition to your collection or just curious to learn more about the making of this cinematic masterpiece, don’t hesitate to make us an offer.

    Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of film history. Get your hands on the “Artificial Intelligence” Steven Spielberg 2-disc special edition today!
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  • A.I. Artificial Intelligence (Blu-ray, 2001) ‎Jude Law Steven Spielberg sci-fi

    A.I. Artificial Intelligence (Blu-ray, 2001) ‎Jude Law Steven Spielberg sci-fi



    A.I. Artificial Intelligence (Blu-ray, 2001) ‎Jude Law Steven Spielberg sci-fi

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    A.I. Artificial Intelligence (Blu-ray, 2001) ‎Jude Law Steven Spielberg sci-fi

    Looking for a captivating sci-fi film to add to your collection? Look no further than A.I. Artificial Intelligence, directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Jude Law. This visually stunning and thought-provoking film explores the complexities of artificial intelligence and the ethical dilemmas that come with creating sentient beings.

    With breathtaking special effects and a gripping storyline, A.I. Artificial Intelligence is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Jude Law delivers a standout performance as the charming robot Gigolo Joe, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this futuristic tale.

    Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own this Blu-ray edition of A.I. Artificial Intelligence, a must-have for any sci-fi enthusiast. Get your copy today and immerse yourself in the world of artificial intelligence and the possibilities it holds for the future.
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