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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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Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?

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A Real Pain – Featurette – Odd Couple

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A Real Pain – Clip – No One Wants To Be Alone

22nd October 2024 Max

Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1948- Robots and Rayguns Episode 28

11th October 2024 Max

Discover live-action Superman, colourful dinosaurs, and rare early sci-fi from Finland to Mexico...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1947- Robots and Rayguns Episode 27

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Explore Brazil’s first sci-fi film, a Manhattan Project docudrama, and classic serials...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1946- Robots and Rayguns Episode 26

10th September 2024 Max

Dive into thrilling adventures with mad scientists, clever gadgets, and classic Buster Keaton...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1945- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 25

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Join Melissa for an adventure with robots, Martians, and monsters...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1944- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 24

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Explore 1944’s sci-fi cinema with monsters, mad scientists...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1943- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 23

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Dive into 1940s sci-fi films featuring Bela Lugosi, Lon Chaney Jr, and Batman...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1942- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 22

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Discover how 1942 cinema blended wartime patriotism with mad science...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1941- Robots and Rayguns Episode 21

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Discover mad scientists, vengeful apes, and superheroes in thrilling live-action and animation...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1940- Robots and Rayguns Episode 20

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Explore 1940s sci-fi cinema with Melissa. Discover 13 classic features, serials, and shorts...

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Sci-Fi Films of the 1930s – A Decade in Review

2nd September 2024 Max

Recap the best, worst & forgotten 1930s sci-fi films—robots, rayguns & legends...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1939- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 19

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Dive into 1939 science fiction cinema with Buck Rogers and more...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1938- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 18

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Explore the Flash Gordon sequel, early Spider-Man and Darth Vader roots...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1937- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 17

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Discover rare 1937 sci‑fi short films—no robots, no aliens, just vintage imagination...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1936- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 16

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Explore the debut of Flash Gordon and eleven thrilling sci-fi classics...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1935- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 15

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Dive into 1935 science fiction cinema with Bride of Frankenstein...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1934- Robots and Rayguns Episode 14

27th August 2024 Max

Explore the changing world of 1930s science fiction film and Flash Gordon’s debut in print...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1933- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 13

26th August 2024 Max

Discover how 1933’s The Invisible Man, The Whispering Shadow and more defined early sci-fi...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1932- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 12

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Step into early science fiction cinema with Robots and Ray Guns...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1931 Robots and Ray Guns Episode 11

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Discover how 1931 redefined cinema as Universal Monsters embraced horror...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1930- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 10

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The State of Sci-Fi FIlm in 2023: Some Thoughts and Ramblings

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1929- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 9

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Explore 1929’s film revolution with talkies like Midstream, High Treason...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1928- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 8

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Explore Alraune, a 1928 sci‑fi masterpiece...

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1927- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 7

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History of Sci-Fi Film- 1925 to 1926- Robots and Ray Guns Episode 6

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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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