Movies have a special way of forming fond memories in our mind. Whether it’s the anticipation leading up to each release or the joy of staying late after the credits roll, the world of cinema never fails to amaze us. And there’s a certain thrill that comes from discovering the nooks and crannies of one’s beloved movies.
Big Screen Bites is your one-stop shop for fun, tasty facts about your favorite flicks. This article explores some of the tasty secrets from the silver screen, and serves up a helping of nostalgia. Read on to uncover nuggets of wisdom and insight, and revel in the excitement of the big screen.
The Great Movies “Phenomenon”
You may not even realize it, but a “Great Movies Phenomenon” exists that rule over the cinematic landscape. Take a look at the all-time box office hits and you’ll find a patterns of success: The Lord of the Rings, The Dark Knight, Frozen, The Avengers… These movies all have amazing stories and unforgettable characters, but they also have something else in common—big budgets, big stars, and big box office numbers. It’s what makes them great and unrelenting in their success.
Fun Facts About Leading Actors and Actresses
Of course, those big-budget, big-star movies can’t shine without the help of their leading actors and actresses. Let’s take a look at a few A-list stars and their unique stories:
Tom Cruise: Cruise is the only actor to appear in three franchises that grossed $1 billion in the U.S. box office—Mission Impossible, War of the Worlds, and Mummy.
Angelina Jolie: Jolie is the only actress to have ever won an Oscar and have an action figure made after her (of her character, from Lara Croft: Tomb Raider).
Johnny Depp: Depp is the highest paid actor of all time, having earned approximately $300 million for his roles in Pirates of the Caribbean.
Fun Facts About Directors
Leading actors and actresses usually play the largest roles in our favorite movies, but those flicks would certainly be nothing without their directors. Let’s look at a few fun facts about some of Hollywood’s best filmmakers:
Steven Spielberg: Spielberg directed 4 of the top 5 highest-grossing films of all time, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. These films are Jurassic Park, E.T., The Lost World, and Saving Private Ryan.
Quentin Tarantino: Tarantino has written 8 of his own films, including Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, and Django Unchained.
Christopher Nolan: Nolan wrote, directed, and produced 4 of the top 20 highest-grossing films of all time, according to Box Office Mojo. They are The Dark Knight, The Dark Knight Rises, Inception, and Interstellar.
Fun Facts About the Movies
Besides the stars involved and the people behind the scenes, movies also carry many fun facts about the films themselves. Let’s dive into some of the best movie trivia:
Star Wars: The original Star Wars movie had a budget of just $11 million, but it grossed over $776 million in total. To date, the seven films have grossed a total of over $4.5 billion!
Marvel Cinematic Universe: As of 2021, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has grossed a total of $23 billion worldwide, making it the highest-grossing film franchise of all time.
The Notebook: The Notebook was the first indie (independent) film to reach the $30 million mark at the U.S. box office.
A Clockwork Orange: A Clockwork Orange was released at the same time as The Godfather and was nominated for four Academy Awards.
Crazy Rich Asians: Crazy Rich Asians was released in 2018 and is the first major Hollywood film starring an all-Asian cast in 25 years.
The Verdict on Big Screen Bites
Movies leave a lasting impression on us, whether we’ve seen them in theaters or as reruns on television. And sometimes, the most rewarding part of diving into a movie is discovering all of the fun facts behind it. From the stars, to the budget, to the production details—this journey of understanding can be an enlightening and rewarding one.
And if you’ve enjoyed your time with Big Screen Bites and our tasty fun facts about your favorite movies, then we’ve done our job! Enjoy the show and remember to come back for more!
