Sentences with phrase «best roles in this story»

Robot & Frank: Frank Langella finds one of his career - best roles in this story of an old man suffering from the beginning stages of dementia who is given a robot as part of his health care.

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Not only did he help create a compelling back story for the «best pilot in the galaxy,» he even landed a cameo role for his uncle — the «obsessive» Star Wars fan who introduced Isaac and his brother, journalist Mike Hernandez, to the films.

A similar case to EuropaCorp's «Kursk,» the true story of a Russian submarine that sank in the Barents Sea in 2000 and killed everyone on board; though Putin had a significant role in the events, appears in the source material of Robert Moore's best - seller «A Time to Die,» and even featured in early versions of the screenplay, he's nowhere to be found in the finished film.

In this role, she produces and writes stories for the network's Business Day and Primetime programming, as well as CNBC.com focusing on investigative, cybersecurity and feature stories.

Third and finally, the traditional story misses the real function of private banks, which is to solve an information problem in the purest Hayekian senses. That is, banks are or should be specialists in risk assessment and risk taking. They should know their client, understand the local market and have their pulse on the broad economy. Arguably, if properly structured, they can and should do this better than other entities such as governments. In other words, the proper role of banks should be underwriting — lend money, hold the debt, and bear the risk. Which is a long - winded way of getting to the main point of this posin the purest Hayekian senses. That is, banks are or should be specialists in risk assessment and risk taking. They should know their client, understand the local market and have their pulse on the broad economy. Arguably, if properly structured, they can and should do this better than other entities such as governments. In other words, the proper role of banks should be underwriting — lend money, hold the debt, and bear the risk. Which is a long - winded way of getting to the main point of this posin risk assessment and risk taking. They should know their client, understand the local market and have their pulse on the broad economy. Arguably, if properly structured, they can and should do this better than other entities such as governments. In other words, the proper role of banks should be underwriting — lend money, hold the debt, and bear the risk. Which is a long - winded way of getting to the main point of this posIn other words, the proper role of banks should be underwriting — lend money, hold the debt, and bear the risk. Which is a long - winded way of getting to the main point of this post.

The market has recognized some of the turnaround (shares are up 40 % in the past year), but investors are missing the critical role the firm could play in the next chapter of retail as well as the balance sheet story.

The role of Chinese labourers in the construction of the railroad is a key part of that story, and is now generally well known.

In this role, among the stories he notably anchored are: the Boston Marathon bombing of 2013 along with the subsequent manhunt and ultimate capture of the Tsarnaev brothers; the financial crisis of 2008; the War in Iraq (2003); the War in Afghanistan (2001), as well as the murderous terrorist attacks and devastating aftermath of 9/1In this role, among the stories he notably anchored are: the Boston Marathon bombing of 2013 along with the subsequent manhunt and ultimate capture of the Tsarnaev brothers; the financial crisis of 2008; the War in Iraq (2003); the War in Afghanistan (2001), as well as the murderous terrorist attacks and devastating aftermath of 9/1in Iraq (2003); the War in Afghanistan (2001), as well as the murderous terrorist attacks and devastating aftermath of 9/1in Afghanistan (2001), as well as the murderous terrorist attacks and devastating aftermath of 9/11.

He told clever stories that always slotted pious Jews in the role of villain or stooge — the surly older brother of the prodigal son, the prissy Levite and priest of the good Samaritan, the murderous tenants in the parable of the vineyard.

In Modern Fantasy: Five Studies (Cambridge University Press, 1975), C. N. Manlove has argued that the use of the supernatural — and I would include magic — is not simply a possibility in the fantasy tale; it is a driving force in the story and takes a central role in the development and shaping of characters as well as ploIn Modern Fantasy: Five Studies (Cambridge University Press, 1975), C. N. Manlove has argued that the use of the supernatural — and I would include magic — is not simply a possibility in the fantasy tale; it is a driving force in the story and takes a central role in the development and shaping of characters as well as ploin the fantasy tale; it is a driving force in the story and takes a central role in the development and shaping of characters as well as ploin the story and takes a central role in the development and shaping of characters as well as ploin the development and shaping of characters as well as plot.

The full story of the role of the churches in the fall of state socialism in several Eastern European countries is not yet well - known in the West.

If her training eventually pulls her back into her professional role so that she is able to study her reactions, she may notice that she has been led to picture the story of humankind as being played out solely by males: inventing language, passing it on to the next generation of sons, inventing pottery for use as containers, fashioning needles in order to make better clothing.

Here are two good stories about how Jewish women are treated / what roles they have: The first is something I watched in our own Rabbi's home.

In the semidesert, in all parched lands, life literally flows to and from the source of water (cf. the role of the place of the well of the Jacob story, Gen. 29In the semidesert, in all parched lands, life literally flows to and from the source of water (cf. the role of the place of the well of the Jacob story, Gen. 29in all parched lands, life literally flows to and from the source of water (cf. the role of the place of the well of the Jacob story, Gen. 29).

If the story is true and the Hammers do go ahead with an offer in the region of # 25 million for the fleet footed forward, I find it hard to imagine us turning them down, especially as Vardy may well be set to occupy one of the wide forward roles that Theo usually takes up, when he is fit and in form that is.

The article goes into detail about how some well - known stories have spread and is well worth a read, particularly the questions it raises about the role of political journalists in passing stories along and about the biases and distortions that these new outlets can introduce into the process.

He gains a degree of understanding and acceptance because, as well as being a chief producer, he has a second role as an editor himself, in which he is the one responsible for choosing the right stories.

The medical community has centered on the role of LDL in this story, with the mantra being that lower is better.

Good quality photos are important, because the dater's aim is to, so to speak, win the «role of the romantic lead» in the story of somebody's life, and as such it's important to stand out from the crowd.

Her big breakthrough came in 1961 with her role as the spitfire Anita in West Side Story, winning her an Oscar and a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress.

The following year, he took on the role of a philanthropic priest attempting to console lepers in Molokai: The Story of Father Damien, once again earning an AFI nomination for Best Actor.

In this fresh new look at a classic story, Russell Brand reinvents the role of loveable billionaire Arthur Bach, an irresponsible charmer who has always relied on two things to get by: his limitless fortune and the good sense of his lifelong nanny and best friend Hobson (Helen Mirren), to keep him out of trouble.

From the top down, this is a show that has such patience and empathy for its characters, even the most minute of roles, that it makes you want to get to know the people around you in real life better, open yourself up to their stories, discover their secrets within.

Everything that happened before that was still solid and Martina Gusman was more good in her role, it's just that the story doesn't really kick in until she gives birth.

Before he was a made - for - TV wacko, Gary Busey was a pretty fine actor — and never better than when he played the title role in 1978's «The Buddy Holly Story,» a biopic of the «50s rock star whose life ended early.

At this stage each of the actors are so comfortable in their roles and the story is so well conceived its just a joy to watch the mess they put themselves through.

A nice role as well for her coach, Diane Rawlinson (Julianne Nicholson) with a cameo for a hard copy producer, Bobby Cannavale, who from time to time lets us in on the progress of the story.

It easily could have been familiar and routine stuff, save for the fact that it provides a genuinely provocative examination of power dynamics and the role of sex in that battle for power, as well as a protagonist whose motives and actions remain a puzzle until the final minutes of the story.

Early filmed projects included the features Rowing Through (1996) and Night Sins (1997) and the television miniseries More Tales of the City, as well as prominent roles in the celebrity - themed telemovie biopics Daydream Believers: The Monkees Story (2000) and Inside the Osmonds (2001).

In her first feature, Fargeat seemingly recognizes that contradiction, in which a woman only becomes empowered by becoming a victim, as well as the idea that such a character in a story like this ultimately only serves two roles: as a victimized object of sexual violence and a vengeance - seeking machinIn her first feature, Fargeat seemingly recognizes that contradiction, in which a woman only becomes empowered by becoming a victim, as well as the idea that such a character in a story like this ultimately only serves two roles: as a victimized object of sexual violence and a vengeance - seeking machinin which a woman only becomes empowered by becoming a victim, as well as the idea that such a character in a story like this ultimately only serves two roles: as a victimized object of sexual violence and a vengeance - seeking machinin a story like this ultimately only serves two roles: as a victimized object of sexual violence and a vengeance - seeking machine.

It is one of the best performances he's ever given and a brave one to boot, considering Stephen's role in the story.

Best Actor in a Supporting Role The Florida Project: Willem Dafoe Call Me by Your Name: Armie Hammer The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected): Dustin Hoffman Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri: Sam Rockwell Dunkirk: Mark Rylance The Shape of Water: Michael Shannon

Announced by Jane Krakowski and Hamilton alum Christopher Jackson, the honorees were led by Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 with 12 nominations, including Best Musical and Best Leading Actor for Josh Groban's role in the War and Peace - inspired story.

I wouldn't mind to see a story mode added in a future iteration but as it stands, Master League mode offers a good chunk of gameplay and strategic elements for playing the role of a manager and building your team.

The 46 - year - old actress was nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Dorothy Vaughan in the biographical drama which follows the story of African American female mathematicians who worked for NASA during the Space Race.

Paul Rudd (Role Models, Knocked Up) and Jason Segel (Forgetting Sarah Marshall) are «howlingly funny» (Peter Travers, Rolling Stone) in «one of the funniest movies of the decade» (Steve Oldfield, «Fox - TV»), a story of a guy with no male friends who finds himself in need of a best man.

This smart, dark and hard - edged thriller tells the story of political revenge, starring two - time Academy Award ® winner Kevin Spacey (American Beauty, Best Actor in a Leading Role, 1999; The Usual Suspects, Best Actor in a Supporting Role, 1995) as ambitious and ruthless Democratic Congressman Frank Underwood, and Robin Wright (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo) as his equally focused wife, Claire.

I've also always enjoyed the story of how Andrews, the originator of the role of Eliza Doolittle in the original stage production of My Fair Lady, was passed over for the My Fair Lady movie (in favor of then better - known star Audrey Hepburn), only to win the Oscar for Mary Poppins (Hepburn wasn't even nominated for My Fair Lady).

Actor Ben Best has a small role in the film and, while he couldn't reveal much, he did let out this funny story about Rogen's adversary in the film: the man, the legend Mr. Ray Liotta...

«Radio» (Columbia) Cuba Gooding Jr. lands the title role in this feel - good story about an African American man with learning problems.

«The latest big - screen iteration of the blockbuster video game isn't a film for the ages, but it's actually pretty good fun; an old - fashioned treasure - island adventure tale gilded in circa - 2018 wokeness (Lara Croft's breasts no longer command a lead supporting role) and anchored by an Oscar - winning actress far more gifted than the story requires.

«Grandpa» played by Arkin was well deserving of this award, however all characters played a vital role in the films success, each character being so important to the story and understanding the different relationships between the family.

«Little Accidents» carefully weaves together the stories of three individuals, paying close attention to the interplay of their different backgrounds: Amos, who lives with his father and has very little; Diana Doyle (Elizabeth Banks), a wealthy housewife who is married to Bill and has a son, JT; and Owen Briggs (Jacob Lofland, best known for his role as Neckbone in «Mud»), who lost his father in the accident and lives with his mother Kendra (Chloë Sevigny) and brother James (Beau Wright), who has Down syndrome.

So good is Cable that you wish the film would've allowed more room for growth with his inclusion into the story and while he plays a key role in proceedings, you still can't escape the feeling that the film would've grown as a whole had Brolin been allowed more spotlight, ditto for Dennisen and Reynolds budding mateship, that despite forming the core of the narrative thrust is never properly built up, making Wilson's mission as a whole less engaging than it could've been.

The story of the Washington Post's role in publishing the Pentagon Papers is a timely one, but I think All the President's Men and Spotlight are better newspaper films.

It garnered seven Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (Walter Huston, recreating his earlier stage role, who should have won the Oscar with his sensitive portrayal against winner Paul Muni for The Story of Louis Pasteur (1936)-RRB-, Best Screenplay, Best Supporting Actress (Maria Ouspenskaya, reprising her role from the earlier stage production, and in her film debut), and Best Sound Recording, and won only one Oscar for Best Art Direction - Interior Decoration.

There's little doubt, as well, that Shyamalan's expected emphasis on stylish visuals plays an integral role in confirming the film's mild success, while the story's coda is nothing short of jaw - dropping in its unexpectedness and audacity (ie it forces the viewer to rethink and recontextualize everything they've just seen)- which ultimately ensures that Split continues the momentum established by Shyamalan's comeback endeavor, 2015's The Visit.

Jessica Lange returns again, largely because Horror Story quite frankly has some of the best roles for women in all of television, and she simply knocks it out of the park.

If a deal is reached, he's take the role of John Connor in the time - travelling film that will split the timeline of the 1984 original film and allow it to follow as a brand new story, as well as play in the same universe as the sequels.

Sarah is best known for her roles in the hit show American Horror Story or other roles such as Serenity, Mud, Carol and the upcoming movie Ocean's 8.