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Metro
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
All episodes of 'terrifically trashy' drama are finally on free UK streamer
A 'guilty pleasure' drama that left viewers floored with countless twists is now streaming in full, and for free, in the UK. In 2011 people became hooked on the series Revenge, which followed a young woman hiding her identity when returning to an affluent beachside town in the Hamptons seeking revenge on those who wronged her 20 years earlier. Inspired by Alexandre Dumas' 1844 novel The Count of Monte Cristo, it was teased of the show at the time of its release: 'In the midst of her plan, she uncovers secrets, lies, and affairs, and finds herself in multiple dangerous situations that could tear the beachside town apart.' At the centre of the drama was Emily Thorne (played by Emily VanCamp), who set her sights on the cold and ruthless 'Queen of the Hamptons' Victoria Grayson (Madeleine Stowe). Other cast members included Gabriel Mann as Nolan Ross, Henry Czerny as Conrad Grayson , Ashley Madekwe as Ashley Davenport, Nick Wechsler as Jack Porter and Josh Bowman as Daniel Grayson. At the time critics and audiences lapped up the 'terrifically trashy' drama, which left them 'on the edge of their seat'. 'Revenge may give me something I didn't realise I'd been missing: A glamorous drama with rich, beautiful people in a gorgeous setting looking to do one another harm,' TV Fanatic wrote in its review. 'Intriguing and genuinely fun,' The Hollywood Reporter concluded. 'This is a classic guilty pleasure, with campy twists,' The Boston Globe added. This week the entire series was added onto Channel 4. Earlier this year, fan Jennifer wrote of the show: 'This was one of my favourite shows back in the day so much mystery and twist and turns, very talented cast.' Revenge ran across four seasons before eventually wrapping up in 2015. It was nominated for best new TV drama at the 2012 People's Choice Awards, with Stowe also getting a nod for best actress at the Golden Globes that same year. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly in 2019, VamCamp reflected on the significance of the show on her career and also personal life. '[It was] truly one of the best experiences — one of the most challenging — but the best. I realised I'd been living on my adrenaline for four years straight and never really took that mental break. I think that was partly because inevitably when you're invested in the character part of it, a part of her drive became a part of my drive. Not to say I was method at all; I never took Emily Thorne home with me. But then the gruelling aspect of it, the physical toll it took on my body, I think it was just, 'Get on with it, stop complaining and just keep moving forward',' she said. More Trending 'I remember after we wrapped that final season, it had taken such a physical and mental toll on me, my body was shutting down. I had to go on all sorts of weird supplements and get my body back on track because it was very physically challenging, that show. Now that it's 10 years later, I don't know that my body would put up with that — like, 'No you did that at the right time; not any more'.' Although there were initially plans for a sequel series, it was eventually canned. Off-screen VanCamp and Bowman also became a couple, getting married in 2018. They've since welcomed two daughters. View More » Revenge is streaming on Channel 4. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Blow for Hollyoaks 30th anniversary as cast tour is axed 'due to low ticket sales' MORE: Netflix hit watched 250,000,000 times returns — and 6 more shows to binge in August MORE: Bonnie Blue's 'disturbing' Channel 4 documentary causes crisis after outrage from brands
Jordan Times
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Jordan Times
'Monte-Cristo', 'Emelia Perez' frontrunners at France's Cesar film awards
Greek director Costa Gavras poses to promote the film 'Le Dernier Souffle' (The last breath) during the 72nd San Sebastian International Film Festival in the northern Spanish Basque city of San Sebastian on September 25, 2024 (AFP photo) PARIS — Home-made hit "Monte Cristo" topped the nominations released Wednesday for the Cesars, France's version of the Oscars, followed closely by international awards season frontrunner "Emelia Perez". "Monte Cristo", a high-budget French adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' epic novel "The Count of Monte Cristo", was the second most-watched film in French cinemas last year and leads the Cesars nominations with 14. Lead actor Pierre Niney is the frontrunner in the best actor category, but faces competition from Francois Civil who starred in the surprise French comedy hit of the year, "Un p'tit truc en plus" ("A Little Something Extra"). The film about a father and son who go to work in a holiday camp for people with disabilities topped the French 2024 box office and picked up 13 nominations. "Emilia Perez", directed by Frenchman Jacques Audiard and the most-nominated film for the Oscars, was picked in 12 categories for the Cesars, including best film and best director. The surreal musical odyssey about a narco boss who transitions to life as a woman shattered the record for the most Academy Award nominations for a non-English-language film last week with 13 Oscar nominations. It was also the second-most nominated film for Britain's BAFTA awards, according to the shortlist unveiled on January 15, behind Vatican thriller "Conclave". The Cesars will be handed out in Paris on February 28 marking the 50th anniversary of the awards. Winners are picked by the 4,951 members of the Cesars academy.
Local France
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Local France
Count of Monte Cristo and Emilia Perez frontrunners in French 'Oscars'
Monte Cristo, a high-budget French adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' epic novel The Count of Monte Cristo, was the second most-watched film in French cinemas last year and leads the Césars nominations with 14. Lead actor Pierre Niney is the frontrunner in the best actor category, but faces competition from François Civil who starred in the surprise French comedy hit of the year, Un p'tit truc en plus (A Little Something Extra). The film about a father and son who go to work in a holiday camp for people with disabilities topped the French 2024 box office and picked up 13 nominations. The French film L'Amour Ouf (Beating Hearts) picked up 13 César nominations while Emilia Perez, directed by Frenchman Jacques Audiard and the most-nominated film for the Oscars, was picked in 12 categories for the Césars, including best film and best director. The surreal musical odyssey about a narco boss who transitions to life as a woman shattered the record for the most Academy Award nominations for a non-English-language film last week with 13 Oscar nominations. It was also the second-most nominated film for Britain's BAFTA awards, according to the shortlist unveiled on January 15, behind Vatican thriller Conclave. However it has sparked anger in Mexico, with some saying that it shows a stereotyped and cartoon image of the country - a Mexican director has released a short film called Johanna Sacrebleu poking fun at French stereotypes. The Césars will be handed out in Paris on February 28 marking the 50th anniversary of the awards. Winners are picked by the 4,951 members of the Cesars academy.
