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The trade secrets of Linus Roache

Whether you first saw Linus Roache in Batman Begins, Law & Order, Homeland, or any of his other memorable performances, odds are you’re a fan. Having just wrapped an Amazon Studios-produced film in which he plays an older Harry Styles, the SPYFLIX Guest Judge recently spoke to us about acting secrets, that time he got arrested, and why he and Nicolas Cage avoided each other. 

 

MEET LINUS ROACHE

 

By accident or by design?

Is it absurd to think that the context of a Disney-produced superhero film is rooted in sordid, real-life events? Den of Geek recently explored the possibility that Marvel Studios Black Widow creators were inspired by disturbing and true spy history, including the training of female Russian spies to employ sex and violence, and the intimidation and manipulation of women by men of power. 

 

SPY HISTORY INSPIRATIONS

MUSIC - CINEMA'S SECRET SAUCE

Addicted to For Your Ears Only yet? Acclaimed artists, including composer Ludwig Göransson (Black Panther, Tenet, Mandalorian), are sharing their favorite movie music. Recent episodes feature composer Lesley Barber, electronic musician James Lavelle, Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart, and Duran Duran’s John Taylor. Exclusively on Spotify! 
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Secrets buzz

Netflix has announced a new spy thriller from Mark Millar, King of Spies, which will first exist as a graphic novel. SundanceTV is launching new franchise, True Crime Story. Chad Stahelski is adapting Trevanian’s Shibumi For Warner Bros. And Showtime’s four-part JJ Abrams docuseries, UFO, premieres on Sunday, August 8th. 

 

WATCH THE UFO TRAILER

 

Ex-CIA badass for hire

President Biden seriously considered Darrell Blocker to serve as CIA Director. The former leader of the CIA’s legendary training facility has retired and is now a valuable resource in Hollywood. He’s consulting on numerous film and tv projects, and he’s got his own compelling stories to tell. We recently sat down with the 28-year CIA veteran. 

 

MEET DARRELL BLOCKER

SPYFLIX is the new film and TV festival focused on secrets. The Spotlight Series is now underway. Visit weekly to stream works selected by the talent behind hits such as Hunters, The Americans and Homeland.
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