One of the most talked-about scenes in Oppenheimer is undoubtedly the intimate encounter between Cillian Murphy and Florence Pugh, who play Robert Oppenheimer and Jean Tatlock, respectively. However, behind the scenes, this moment didn't go smoothly at all.

During an interview, Pugh revealed that a technical malfunction occurred during the filming of this steamy scene at the worst possible moment: "During our sex scene, the camera suddenly stopped working."

Awkward

The actress, also known for Dune: Part Two, continued: "Nobody knows this, but it really happened. We were both naked with not many cameras on set. So there we were, Cillian and I, trying to cover ourselves while waiting for the technicians."

Although it was a closed set with only essential crew members and an intimacy coordinator present, Pugh said the moment was quite uncomfortable. Nonetheless, she handled it lightheartedly: "Some kind of camera specialist walked into the room, and I thought: 'This is my chance to learn something.' So I asked him: 'What’s wrong with this camera?'"

Of Great Importance

According to Christopher Nolan, this scene was essential to the story, although he knew it would earn the film an R-rating. Murphy confirmed this in an interview: "He knew these scenes would have that effect, but when you see them, it's so powerful. It’s not nudity for nudity's sake."

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Despite Pugh's role being brief, her impact was undeniable according to Murphy: "Florence is just incredible. The impression she leaves is devastatingly strong for such a small role," said the Oscar-winning actor.

After his previous work on shows like Rectify and The Killing, Clyde Phillips returns to the well-known universe of the iconic serial killer Dexter, alongside main stars Michael C. Hall and Peter Dinklage. Dexter: Resurrection has premiered on the streaming service Paramount+. Fortunately, the first reviews are mostly positive.

Resurrection follows the new life of Dexter Morgan, who is once again confronted with his old urges when a series of new murders occurs. This time, he faces complex confrontations, including a character played by Uma Thurman. On Rotten Tomatoes, the 'revival' currently has a Tomatometer score of 90 percent.

Back to Basics
Chase Hutchinson from the Seattle Times notes that "while New Blood tried to refresh and reinvent Dexter, Resurrection is actually about going back to basics — with all the pros and cons that entails." He emphasizes that the series stays true to the original character's tone.

According to J. Kelly Nestruck from The Globe and Mail, the lead remains captivating: "Hall's performance is still remarkable and engaging, and the series explores whether the fascination with Dexter has become an unhealthy obsession on its own." Particularly, the subplot with Dinklage and Thurman contributes to this intrigue.

Pulp and Consequences
Ross McIndoe from Slant Magazine writes that "the series delightfully immerses itself in the pulpy atmosphere of a TV show about a serial killer who still manages to evoke sympathy." He gives it a score of 2.5 out of 4.



Liz Shannon Miller from Consequence questions whether the series finally confronts Dexter's actions: "Over the years, there have been many threats that Dexter would truly face the consequences of his actions. Will it happen this time?"

Dark Foundations
Richard Roeper from RogerEbert.com observes a clear connection in the new episodes to the original DNA of the series. He states that "the latest incarnation is firmly rooted in the bleak and oppressive principles of the original series."

It all started with the novels by Ian Fleming. In 1962, the first James Bond film Dr. No premiered with Sean Connery as the secret agent. Since then, five other actors have taken on the role of Bond, and following Daniel Craig's departure, a search for the next one is underway.

The Bond films have all been box office successes, but they haven't always been critically acclaimed. The James Bond series features some of the most ridiculous stunts and spectacles in film history. However, there is one moment that stands out as the dumbest, and there is a reason behind it.

Ultimate Joker

When it comes to absurdity, one Bond actor often tops the list: Roger Moore. During his 12 years and seven films as 007, Moore ventured into a form of farce that even the most ridiculous moments of Pierce Brosnan can't touch. Moore is truly the ultimate joker among Bond actors.

It's not as if he only has one blunder to his name. There is an abundance of moments that are not just silly, but downright embarrassing. From blowing up Dr. Kananga like a balloon in Live and Let Die, to incapacitating Nick Nack with a suitcase in The Man with the Golden Gun, and sailing through Venice in a wheeled gondola in Moonraker; wherever Moore goes, hilarious antics soon follow.

Corkscrew Jump

And we haven't even mentioned his clown outfit in Octopussy. But the moment that truly takes the cake is the famous corkscrew jump with the car in The Man with the Golden Gun. Not because of the stunt itself, which is outright spectacular.



Without CGI, miniatures, or special effects, stuntman Loren Willert made a single jump in an AMC Hornet X over a river, which remains one of the most impressive car stunts ever filmed.

Whistle

However... you ideally want to watch this scene without sound. Because composer John Barry, usually a master of the Bond soundtrack, made a fatal choice on his eighth Bond film: he added a slide whistle.



A whistle. A comical sound that completely undermined all tension and seriousness. Together with the return of the annoying sheriff J.W. Pepper, who hysterically screams, the scene becomes almost unbearable.

Golden Rule Broken

What makes it worse: producer Cubby Broccoli decided to keep the slide whistle in the film, even knowing it ruined the entire scene. Even Barry himself regretted it later. In the DVD commentary, he states that he had "broken the golden rule" for what was "actually a life-threatening moment... in true James Bond style."



James Bond is rarely averse to a bit of cheesy humor, but the slide whistle stands as the most embarrassing example of how far the series could go. The Man with the Golden Gun also happens to be one of the Bond films with the lowest rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

We can say that this has not truly been the year for Disney. Whatever they release, most fails to hit the mark, and the studio has now plunged into the red for $500 million. And we still have five long months to go.

Films like Thunderbolts* and The Amateur performed decently, and Lilo & Stitch is heading towards the magical billion mark, but a potential hit like Captain America: Brave New World has unfortunately underperformed.

"You Go Woke, You Go Broke"

The worst offender (and many say justifiably so) is Snow White, which was doomed to fail from the start and has recently become the record holder for the list of biggest flops of all time.

The original animated film Elio received good reviews and had everything to become a success, but instead, it scored a poor worst box-office score, which is a bad sign for the industry.

Hope May Still Come

All hopes now rest on Fantastic Four: First Steps, Freakier Friday, Tron: Ares, Predator: Badlands, Zootopia 2, and Avatar: Fire And Ash.

Stephen King remains one of the most prolific writers of our time, with his work repeatedly adapted into films and series. For fans of his horror tales, 2025 has been a particularly good year. In February, The Monkey was released, directed by Oz Perkins, with more projects on the horizon.

One of those projects is The Institute, which premiered on July 13 on MGM+ in the U.S. The series is based on King's 2019 novel of the same name and is directed by Jack Bender, known for Lost. Bender is also an executive producer. For fans of the series From, who are still waiting for season 4, this is a welcome substitute.

Mixed Initial Reactions

While expectations were high, The Institute started with a modest score of 67% on Rotten Tomatoes. This rating is based on only six reviews, four of which are positive. The score may change as more reviews come in.

At the time of writing, the series is not yet available to the general public, so no audience rating exists yet. However, the initial reviews already provide a good sense of what viewers can expect.

Praise For Faithfulness To The Book

Grant Hermanns from ScreenRant commends the series for its direct approach to threats and its faithfulness to the source material. He highlights Joe Freeman and Mary-Louise Parker as standouts in their roles as Luke and Ms. Sigsby.

Rebecca Cook from Metro.co.uk compares The Institute to Stranger Things, noting that this makes the series feel somewhat outdated. She emphasizes that this is unfair, as the Duffer brothers often pay homage to King. Still, she finds the series predictable and lacking in character development.

Criticism Of Originality

Melissa Hannon from CBR is more positive, praising the series for its darker tone and fidelity to the book. She points to the mystery, engaging characters, and the quest for justice as strong elements that keep viewers intrigued.

On the other hand, there are critical voices as well. Maggie Boccella from Collider finds the performances strong but states that not every King story needs a film adaptation. Daniel Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter calls the series well-made but sees it as a collection of familiar King elements without true innovation.