Arijit Saha

Arijit is a content writer who fervently nurtures his passion for films and TV shows. With a PG Diploma in journalism, he brings five years of media experience and skills in research, writing, and editing to the entertainment team at First Curiosity. A devoted admirer of documentaries and the gangster genre, he is especially drawn to stories that explore complex characters, real-world narratives, and cinematic history.

The Controversial 1980 Thriller Sean Connery Almost Starred In

Films made in the 1980s mark the heyday of psychological cinema. However, it was hard to think of any work that provoked as heated...

The ‘Joker’ Disagreement That Put Joaquin Phoenix And Robert De Niro At Odds

Collaborating with legendary actors can be intense, especially when their fiercely independent artistic mindsets collide behind the scenes. During the making of 'Joker' (2019),...

How Clint Eastwood’s One-Take Philosophy Surprised Matt Damon

Matt Damon believed he had all the knowledge he needed before embarking on an intense shoot for 'Invictus' (2009). After months of hard work...

Malcolm McDowell Regrets Turning Down This “Absolutely Rubbish” Blockbuster Movie

In the early 1970s, actor Malcolm McDowell started receiving a flood of movie offers. This newfound popularity stemmed from his iconic portrayal of Alex DeLarge in...

David Lynch Was “Kindly Asked” To Delete The ‘Barbie’ Short Film From His Website

In 2011, the legendary filmmaker David Lynch decided to break marketing rules by launching an unconventional promotional campaign for his private coffee blend. Instead...

Hugh Laurie Was Forced To Abandon His Dream Role After 23 Years

For nearly two decades, Hugh Laurie dreamed of bringing to the screen the enthralling lead character Jonathan Pine, created by John le Carré. Enamored with...

“In The Air Somewhere Is A Version”: The Role James Caan Almost Played In This 2019 Movie Instead Of Adam Sandler

Consider a scenario in which the celebrated 2019 film 'Uncut Gems' traded its frantic, modern-day desperation for a more classic and gritty atmosphere. Before...

Olivia Newton-John’s Forgotten Sci-Fi Musical ‘Toomorrow’ Led To A Lawsuit

Before wearing the signature black leather outfit in 'Grease' or hitting number one with 'Physical,' Olivia Newton-John was on track for super stardom in...

The Radical 1959 Comedy Performance That Accidentally Ruined Hollywood’s Strictest Censorship Rules

It is safe to argue that when Billy Wilder's 'Some Like It Hot' was released in 1959, viewers expected a light-hearted, funny movie centered...

Why Stanley Kubrick Called His Own Controversial 1962 Film Flawed

In 1962, when Stanley Kubrick decided to adapt Vladimir Nabokov's controversial novel 'Lolita,' he faced an unusual dilemma. Even though the film became another milestone in...

The Iconic Scene From ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ Was Born Out Of Pure Panic

It is hard to believe that there might be a better cinematic moment than "Twist and Shout" from 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off.' It is...

The 2002 Psychological Horror Masterpiece That Earned Four Stars From Roger Ebert

While many horror movies rely on jump scares and supernatural elements, only a few films have broken genre stereotypes by offering an extremely realistic...