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⭐ Welcome to Popcorn Jedi — your cosy corner of the internet where films get judged harder than a Jedi Council meeting, TV gets dissected like a Sith conspiracy, streaming gets sorted faster than a droid army, and Star Wars gets the kind of obsessive attention that would make Yoda quietly concerned. Whether you’re here to read, rant, or procrastinate like a champion, you’ve found your people.

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The shows you binge at 2AM and then emotionally regret — analysed episode‑by‑episode with theories, breakdowns, and the emotional support you’ll need when a character you love gets yeeted off the plot.

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The latest drops, exclusives, and must‑watch picks across the streaming universe. Ending the 45‑minute scroll that always ends with “fine, I’ll just rewatch something”.

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In the interest of TOTAL TRANSPARENCY, Popcorn Jedi runs on movies, caffeine, and — occasionally — AI.

Features such as Popcorn Pieces, Popcorn Facts, “Now With Added Popcorn,” and some Excerpts (which you will see more of as I edit the older posts) are generated with AI assistance to keep the site snappy, consistent, and regularly updated.

Everything is still curated, approved, and shaped AND edited, typed, searching endlessly for images, blah, blah, blah BUT done by a real human movie nerd (that would be me, PJ Max).

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Practical Magic 2 – Trailer #2

24th June 2026 PJ Max

The second trailer for Practical Magic 2 teases deeper family magic new romantic chaos and a haunting legacy returning to challenge the Owens women once again...

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SKY

Possession – First Teaser

23rd June 2026 PJ Max

Sky unveils the first teaser for Possession a supernatural thriller spanning Bristol and Jamaica starring Gugu Mbatha‑Raw and Jonny Lee Miller in a tense atmospheric mystery...

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The Magnificent 60's

Thunderbirds Are Go (1966)

22nd June 2026 PJ Max

A colourful big screen adventure expanding the world of International Rescue with bold model work charming performances and the inventive spectacle that defined Gerry Anderson’s classic era...

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The Magnificent 60's

The Hills Run Red (1966)

22nd June 2026 PJ Max

A gritty revenge western delivering striking set pieces bold performances and the heightened emotional style that defined mid 60s Italian genre filmmaking...

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HD Retro Trailers

Deadly Outlaw: Rekka (2002)

22nd June 2026 PJ Max

Takashi Miike’s brutal yakuza thriller follows a vengeful ex‑gangster drawn back into violent chaos blending stylised carnage dark humour and cult‑cinema intensity...

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Portrait of Jennie

22nd June 2026 PJ Max

A haunting romantic fantasy where an artist becomes captivated by a mysterious young woman whose ethereal appearances blur time memory and the boundaries of love...

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FDA

This Week’s Releases – June 10th, 2026

10th June 2026 PJ Max

The latest weekly UK cinema release schedule from the Film Distributors’ Association highlighting new titles, distributor lineups, and what’s arriving on screens for early June...

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Columbia Pictures Matte Shots

8th June 2026 PJ Max

A visual look at Columbia Pictures’ classic matte paintings — the artistry, the illusions, and the behind‑the‑scenes craft that shaped the studio’s golden‑age cinema...

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The Magnificent 60's

A Man Could Get Killed (1966)

6th June 2026 PJ Max

A breezy 60s caper where mistaken identity, diamond smugglers, and Hitchcock‑flavoured intrigue collide as James Garner stumbles into espionage with effortless charm...

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A Portrait of one of Cliff’s Boys

6th June 2026 PJ Max

A warm look at one of Cliff’s trusted effects craftsmen, capturing his personality, artistry, and the behind‑the‑scenes magic that shaped classic British filmmaking...

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Disney

Ice Age: Boiling Point | Official Teaser

5th June 2026 PJ Max

A fiery new chapter in the Ice Age saga teases erupting chaos, frantic comedy, and prehistoric mayhem as the herd faces its hottest, wildest challenge yet...

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Matte Shot

The Art of Invisibility

5th June 2026 PJ Max

Exploring the ingenious invisibility effects crafted for classic cinema, revealing the artistry, technique, and clever illusions that brought unseen characters vividly to life on screen...

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Matte Shot

A Tribute to Matthew J.Yuricich

4th June 2026 PJ Max

A heartfelt tribute to matte artist Matthew J Yuricich celebrating his remarkable craft, quiet influence, and the cinematic illusions he shaped across decades of Hollywood history...

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The Magnificent 60's

The Woman Who Wouldn’t Die (1965)

3rd June 2026 PJ Max

A chilling 60s British mystery where science and superstition collide as a haunted experiment spirals into obsession and gothic terror beneath polite society’s veneer...

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Peccadillo Pictures

Peccadillo’s Summer Film Line-up

2nd June 2026 PJ Max

Peccadillo Pictures unveils its summer lineup of international LGBTQ+ cinema featuring bold festival favourites acclaimed documentaries and standout global stories arriving across UK screens and platforms...

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Cinephobia Releasing

A Few Feet Away – Available Now on UK & US Streamers

2nd June 2026 PJ Max

A Few Feet Away the bold queer debut from Argentina is now streaming on Amazon Prime Apple TV and more offering a raw intimate coming‑of‑age story...

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Warner Bros.

Supergirl – Character Posters

2nd June 2026 PJ Max

New character posters spotlight Milly Alcock’s Supergirl and the film’s bold DC Universe aesthetic ahead of its June release showcasing a fresh cinematic take on Kara Zor‑El...

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How To Rob A Bank | Official Trailer

2nd June 2026 PJ Max

Nicholas Hoult and Zoë Kravitz lead a stylish heist thriller as a viral crew of bank robbers faces an FBI agent and software engineer this September...

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Rotten Tomatoes Trailers

New Trailers This Week | Week 22

2nd June 2026 PJ Max

This week’s biggest new trailers include Enola Holmes 3 Ip Man Kung Fu Legend Bleach and more delivering a packed lineup of fresh movie teases...

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FDA

UK and Ireland Current Top 5 to 1 June – 2026

1st June 2026 PJ Max

Discover the latest UK and Ireland box office results for 1 June 2026 with Backrooms leading at £4.28m and Star Wars holding strong...

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Warner Bros.

The End of Oak Street – New Poster

1st June 2026 PJ Max

A striking new poster for The End of Oak Street teases Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor in a gripping Warner Bros sci‑fi thriller arriving this August...

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Masters of the Universe | Rebirth of a Franchise Featurette

28th May 2026 PJ Max

The Rebirth of a Franchise featurette explores how Masters of the Universe brings He‑Man back to the big screen ahead of its June 5 theatrical release...

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Universal Pictures

Disclosure Day | Final Trailer

27th May 2026 PJ Max

The final trailer for Spielberg’s Disclosure Day intensifies the mystery as Emily Blunt Colin Firth and Josh O’Connor race toward a truth meant for eight billion people...

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Rotten Tomatoes Trailers

New Trailers This Week | Week 21

27th May 2026 PJ Max

Catch the latest new movie trailers for Week 21 including Little Brother Masters of the Universe and more upcoming releases heading to cinemas soon...

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FDA

UK and Ireland Current Top 5 to 26 May – 2026

27th May 2026 PJ Max

The latest UK and Ireland box office results for the week ending 26 May with updated rankings and totals courtesy of the Film Distributors’ Association...

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Disney

Tickets for Toy Story 5 Now on Sale

27th May 2026 PJ Max

Tickets are now on sale for Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 as Woody Buzz and the gang return for a new adventure in cinemas 19 June...

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Masters of the Universe – Character Posters

15th May 2026 PJ Max

A new set of character posters for Masters of the Universe spotlighting Prince Adam, Teela, Man‑At‑Arms and Skeletor ahead of the live‑action epic’s 2026 release...

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The Balloonists – Official UK Trailer

28th April 2026 PJ Max

Join Bertrand Piccard and Brian Jones as they attempt the last great aviation challenge in this UK trailer for the inspiring round‑the‑world ballooning adventure...

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Rotten Tomatoes Trailers

New Trailers This Week – Week 17

27th April 2026 PJ Max

Check out the hottest new trailers of Week 17 including Mortal Kombat II, Evil Dead Burn and special anniversary previews for Shrek and Top Gun...

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FDA

UK and Ireland Current Top 5 to 27 April – 2026

27th April 2026 PJ Max

The latest UK and Ireland box office chart for the week ending 27 April 2026 featuring FDA‑verified figures led by Universal’s Michael at £11.5M...

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Ask the Lucasfilm Jedi Council

Q : Can you describe the process and use of screen tests during the selection process for a film?

Robin Gurland: Screen tests are traditionally the final phase of the audition process for lead or supporting lead roles. The actor being tested usually does one or two scenes completely “off book” and depending on the schedules of the other lead actors cast, often they will be brought in to do the scenes along with the actor being tested. Screen tests can get very elaborate with full hair and make-up, costume and lighting or fairly simple, but they are always shot on film.

From Ask the Jedi Council Archives – 1999

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