Britany Murphy

Managing editor, writer and Tomatometer-certified critic with a focus on various entertainment news.


Words can be found at Cinema Debate, Discussing Film, Geeks of Color, Muses of Media, POC Culture and The Reel Roundup.

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‘Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft’ Is An Exciting Addition To The Iconic Heroine’s World – Review

“Because the real truth is too difficult for most to bear.” –Lara Croft A beloved character and heroine, Lara Croft has been a staple in video games, comics and movies since her first appearance over 25 years ago. Now, she is about to embark on a thrilling new adventure with the new animated series Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, a journey that promises to be as exciting as her previous exploits. Developed by Tasha Huo, Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft picks up after the events...
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Jac Schaeffer Talks 'Agatha All Along,' Best Set Moments, Reuniting with Mary Livanos & More - Interview - Geeks Of Color

The MCU’s season of the witch is nearly upon us with the release of Agatha All Along. Ahead of the series premiere on Disney+, I had the chance to chat with series creator and director Jac Schaeffer about her work on the project, including her favourite moments on set, juggling writing and directing this time around, reuniting with EP Mary Livanos, and much more. Schaeffer’s first foray into the MCU came with the critically-acclaimed, WandaVision.
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‘Agatha All Along’ Contains All The Right Hexes And Potions For A Wonderfully Witchy Time – Review

“I’m assembling a coven…” –Agatha Harkness Everyone’s favourite witch is back in town in the form of Jac Schaeffer’s latest Marvel Studios series, Agatha All Along.  It’s been a while since Agatha (Kathryn Hahn) had her powers taken away by Wanda Maximoff, a.k.a. Scarlet Witch. Now, it’s her turn to reclaim them. The mystery of how she plans to do this is the heart of Agatha All Along, a series that will keep you eagerly anticipating each new episode.
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Supernatural Happenings Threaten To Tear A Family Apart In ‘Presence’ – TIFF 24 Review

The purchase of a new suburban home is more than a family bargains for in the Steven Soderbergh-directed Presence.  A family of four purchases a beautiful home with unique and antique charm at the behest of the family’s matriarch, Rebecca (Lucy Liu). Although her husband, Chris (Chris Sullivan), is mildly apprehensive at first, the Payne family purchases the home to start a new beginning...
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Director Rachel House Climbs To The Top Of The Peak For ‘The Mountain’ – Interview

It’s that time again when film lovers from all over the world descend upon the city and move between various theatres to see a plethora of movies at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). One of the films premiering at TIFF this year is Rachel House’s feature directorial debut, The Mountain. The movie follows a young trio consisting of Sam (Elizabeth Atkinson), Bronco (Terence Daniel), and Mallory (Reuben Francis) as they embark upon an unexpected journey. They bond as friends, learn...
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Director Nicole Dorsey Tackles Bouts In Dreams And Reality In The Fencing Thriller ‘Balestra’ – Interview

In Balestra, Joanna Bathory (Cush Jumbo) agrees to test experimental technology, which allows her to train in her dreams. With her sights set on Olympic gold, Joanna will stop at nothing to advance her competitive fencing career. Directed by Nicole Dorsey, the film is timely and timeless, delving into the dance behind the sport and how one’s perceived greatness is attached to one’s value as a human being.
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Shawn Levy Talks 'Deadpool & Wolverine,' Co-Writing With Ryan Reynolds & More - Interview - Geeks Of Color

Fans are excited as it is release week for Deadpool & Wolverine! I had the pleasure of speaking with director/writer Shawn Levy about Deadpool & Wolverine. Levy delved into what it was like writing the story alongside Ryan Reynolds, seeing Reynolds as Deadpool alongside Hugh Jackman as Wolverine on set for the first time, and what he hopes fans of the characters and of the previous X-Men and Deadpool films take away from this film.
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Kevin Feige Talks 'Deadpool & Wolverine,' Returning to the X-Men & More - Interview - Geeks Of Color

Fans are excited as Deadpool & Wolverine is right around the corner!I had the pleasure of speaking with Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige about the latest MCU film and how he felt about bringing more mutants into the fray. While there have been mentions of mutants peppered throughout the MCU in projects like Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Ms. Marvel, and The Marvels, it was only a matter of time before some fan favourites joined the mix.
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‘Twisters’ Is A Fun Crowd-Pleaser – Review

“You don’t face your fears…you ride ‘em.” –Tyler Owens In 1996, the disaster thriller Twister graced the big screen. With an ensemble cast that included Bill Paxton, Helen Hunt, Jami Gertz, Cary Elwes, and Philip Seymour Hoffman, Twister was a box-office hit and a fan favourite. Now, the standalone sequel Twisters, with its unique blend of action, drama, and suspense, is set to captivate audiences once again.
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Susan Heyward Is A Force To Be Reckoned With As Sister Sage In ‘The Boys’ – Interview

The Boys is gearing up for a new season, and it’s bringing in fresh talent to The Seven. Among the new cast members is Susan Heyward, who takes on the role of Sister Sage. As the most intelligent person on the planet, Sage is a powerful embodiment of the phrase, “Listen to Black women.”  Heyward’s character, Sister Sage, is set to make a splash within The Seven with the unique use of her superpower for the group’s benefit (or so The Seven hopes).
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The Epic Return Of ‘Blood of Zeus’ Was Well Worth The Wait – Review

“Because those that ruined your life, ruined mine.” –Hades The much-anticipated second season of Blood of Zeus has finally graced our screens, and it’s a magnificent continuation of the divine drama that captured our attention in the first season. Like its predecessor, the new season immediately seizes our attention with its exceptional storytelling and daring animation, leaving us on the edge of our seats, eagerly anticipating each new episode.
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Ed Skrein and Fra Fee Talk Playing Villains & Filming Action Sequences in 'Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver' - Interview

The highly anticipated second part of Zack Snyder’s epic space opera, Rebel Moon, is now streaming on Netflix. Leading up to the release of Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, I had the opportunity to speak with actors Ed Skrein and Fra Fee about the film. The duo told me about repeatedly playing villains and what it was like working on fight scenes throughout filming both parts of the Rebel Moon.
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Djimon Hounsou, Elise Duffy and Staz Nair Talk Camaraderie on the 'Rebel Moon' Set, Hounsou's Singing & More - Interview

The highly anticipated second part of Zack Snyder’s epic space opera, Rebel Moon, is now streaming on Netflix. Leading up to the release of Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, I had the opportunity to speak with actors Djimon Hounsou, Elise Duffy and Staz Nair about the film. The trio spoke about building kinship on set over the nine months of filming and Hounsou’s scene-stealing singing in Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver. Check out the interview with Djimon Hounsou, Elise Duffy and Sta
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Performances And Action Elevate ‘Rebel Moon—Part Two: The Scargiver’ – Review

“My pain became rage. My rage became revenge.” –Nemesis The continuation of Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon—Part One: A Child of Fire has finally arrived. And I must say, Rebel Moon—Part Two: The Scargiver is a significant step up from its predecessor. Part Two: The Scargiver takes us on a sci-fi journey with Kora (Sofia Boutella), Gunnar (Michiel Huisman), Titus (Djimon Hounsou), Nemesis (Doona Bae), Tarak (Staz Nair) and Millius (Elise Duffy) on Veldt, as they brace themselves for the impending...
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Sofia Boutella and Michiel Huisman Talk Character Growth in 'Rebel Moon,' Working With Zack Snyder & More - Interview

The highly anticipated second part of Zack Snyder’s epic space opera, Rebel Moon, begins streaming on Netflix today. Leading up to the release of Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, I had the opportunity to speak with actors Sofia Boutella and Michiel Huisman about the film, specifically the arcs of their characters, working with writer-director Zack Snyder and what they hope audiences take away from Part Two.
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Zack Snyder Talks Stunts, Music in Film, 'Rebel Moon' Director's Cut & More - Interview

The highly anticipated second part of Zack Snyder’s epic space opera, Rebel Moon, begins streaming on Netflix this week. Leading up to the release of Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, I had the opportunity to speak with writer-director Zack Snyder to talk about the film and his process of bringing the sci-fi actioner to life. I spoke with Snyder about the physicality of the performances in Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, the music and score of the film, the upcoming extended cuts...
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