Cult Corner is a new weekly column that will serve as your gateway to the uncharted territories of entertainment. Discover hidden treasures, forgotten classics, and offbeat wonders that deserve your attention. Join us in this realm of pop culture that often escapes mainstream recognition.

Welcome back to Cult Corner, where we, you and I, traverse the uncharted territories of the entertainment world to uncover the hidden treasures that may have slipped past the otherwise watchful eyes of mainstream audiences. In this, our second edition, we invite you to lose yourself in the labyrinthine streets of Victorian London, a place where the supernatural and the literary merge seamlessly, in the Showtime horror series Penny Dreadful.

<h2>A dark, gothic rhapsody</h2>

Penny Dreadful isn't just a TV series; it's a dark, intoxicating sonnet that tantalises the senses. Created by John Logan, it beckons viewers into a world where the line between reality and nightmare is as thin as the pages of a vintage horror novel. In a television landscape dominated by predictability, Penny Dreadful emerges as a beacon of unpredictability and eloquent darkness.

<h2>The unforgettable ensemble</h2>

Eva Green as Vanessa Ives is the MVP of this show, even if the rest of the cast is uncommonly strong as well. She is nothing short of bewitching. Her portrayal of the tortured, possessed heroine is a masterclass in acting. Josh Hartnett's Ethan Chandler adds a dash of Wild West enigma to the Victorian backdrop, while Timothy Dalton's Sir Malcolm Murray brings gravitas and complexity to the ensemble. The entire cast is a dark dream brought to life.

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<h2>A literary feast</h2>

Penny Dreadful will please those who love the literary works set in London and written during the Victorian era. The show serves up a feast for literary aficionados. It's as if the classics of the 19th century have come to life, only to reveal their darkest and most intimate secrets. Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, Robert Louis Stevenson's Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and more are reimagined with a twist of supernatural allure. Each episode is almost like a literary treasure hunt for those who are well-versed in the literature of that era.

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<h2>Dark and delicious atmosphere</h2>

The show's creators didn't just construct a backdrop; they summoned a realm. The streets of Victorian London, perpetually shrouded in fog, and candlelit chambers evoke a world that's both hauntingly authentic and intoxicatingly atmospheric. Every cobblestone, and every flickering shadow adds to the overall aura of mystery and dread. It is one of the most beautifully shot TV shows around, though I may be a little biased in its favour without intending to, as I’ve always loved novels, movies, and TV shows set in the Victorian England. But no matter what your opinion is on the setting, you are going to love the show's visual style.

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<h2>Spellbinding musical score</h2>

The musical score in Penny Dreadful, composed by Polish composer Abel Korzeniowski, is very good. It might be the shared historical backdrop, but I couldn't help but draw comparisons between the background score of Penny Dreadful and Hans Zimmer's haunting melodies in Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes films. The dark and atmospheric tunes play a pivotal role in recreating the mesmerising Gothic ambiance, and what's particularly remarkable is the way character-specific pieces capture the essence, or perhaps the absence of it in the case of Caliban, of each character with remarkable effectiveness.

<h2>Mystery, morality, and monstrous themes</h2>

Beyond the supernatural, Penny Dreadful delves deep into the human psyche. It's a show that asks profound questions about morality, redemption, and what truly makes a monster. The characters grapple with their inner demons (sometimes a little too literal), and sometimes, it's the darkness within that's more terrifying than any external threat.&nbsp;

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Cult Corner is a new weekly column that will serve as your gateway to the uncharted territories of entertainment. Discover hidden treasures, forgotten classics, and offbeat wonders that deserve your attention.

Cult Corner is a new weekly column that will serve as your gateway to the uncharted territories of entertainment. Discover hidden treasures, forgotten classics, and offbeat wonders that deserve your attention. Join us in this realm of pop culture that often escapes mainstream recognition. Welcome back to Cult Corner, where we, you and I, traverse the uncharted territories of the entertainment world to uncover the hidden treasures that may have slipped past the otherwise watchful eyes of mainstream audiences. In this, our second edition, we invite you to lose yourself in the labyrinthine streets of Victorian London, a place where the supernatural and the literary merge seamlessly, in the Showtime horror series Penny Dreadful. A dark, gothic rhapsody Penny Dreadful isn't just a TV series; it's a dark, intoxicating sonnet that tantalises the senses. Created by John Logan, it beckons viewers into a world where the line between reality and nightmare is as thin as the pages of a vintage horror novel. In a television landscape dominated by predictability, Penny Dreadful emerges as a beacon of unpredictability and eloquent darkness. The unforgettable ensemble Eva Green as Vanessa Ives is the MVP of this show, even if the rest of the cast is uncommonly strong as well. She is nothing short of bewitching. Her portrayal of the tortured, possessed heroine is a masterclass in acting. Josh Hartnett's Ethan Chandler adds a dash of Wild West enigma to the Victorian backdrop, while Timothy Dalton's Sir Malcolm Murray brings gravitas and complexity to the ensemble. The entire cast is a dark dream brought to life. A literary feast Penny Dreadful will please those who love the literary works set in London and written during the Victorian era. The show serves up a feast for literary aficionados. It's as if the classics of the 19th century have come to life, only to reveal their darkest and most intimate secrets. Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, Robert Louis Stevenson's Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and more are reimagined with a twist of supernatural allure. Each episode is almost like a literary treasure hunt for those who are well-versed in the literature of that era. Also Read | Cult Corner: Charming British comedy series Detectorists unearths the extraordinary in the ordinary Dark and delicious atmosphere The show's creators didn't just construct a backdrop; they summoned a realm. The streets of Victorian London, perpetually shrouded in fog, and candlelit chambers evoke a world that's both hauntingly authentic and intoxicatingly atmospheric. Every cobblestone, and every flickering shadow adds to the overall aura of mystery and dread. It is one of the most beautifully shot TV shows around, though I may be a little biased in its favour without intending to, as I’ve always loved novels, movies, and TV shows set in the Victorian England. But no matter what your opinion is on the setting, you are going to love the show's visual style. Also Read | Top 10 greatest horror movies of all time Spellbinding musical score The musical score in Penny Dreadful, composed by Polish composer Abel Korzeniowski, is very good. It might be the shared historical backdrop, but I couldn't help but draw comparisons between the background score of Penny Dreadful and Hans Zimmer's haunting melodies in Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes films. The dark and atmospheric tunes play a pivotal role in recreating the mesmerising Gothic ambiance, and what's particularly remarkable is the way character-specific pieces capture the essence, or perhaps the absence of it in the case of Caliban, of each character with remarkable effectiveness. Mystery, morality, and monstrous themes Beyond the supernatural, Penny Dreadful delves deep into the human psyche. It's a show that asks profound questions about morality, redemption, and what truly makes a monster. The characters grapple with their inner demons (sometimes a little too literal), and sometimes, it's the darkness within that's more terrifying than any external threat. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Hollywood actress Eva Green has won her London court case against White Lantern Films and SMC Speciality Finance over a million-dollar fee for an abandoned sci-fi film A Patriot. The 42-year-old sued the companies in October 2019.

Green wanted the production house to pay her the fee promised in a contract, despite the shelving&nbsp;of the movie. To retaliate, the production company filed a&nbsp;counter-claim against the actress, alleging she pulled out of the making of the film and breached her contract.

In a judgment given&nbsp;on Friday, Justice Michael Green ruled in&nbsp;Green's favour and said that she was entitled to the fee, dismissing the counter-claim.&nbsp;

Reacting to the judgment, the actress said that she had been "forced to stand up to a small group of men, funded by deep financial resources, who tried to use me as a scapegoat to cover up their own mistakes".

She added, "I am proud that I stood up against their bully-boy tactics. A few people in the press were only too delighted to reprint these lies without proper reporting. There are few things the media enjoys more than tearing a woman to pieces. It felt like being set upon by hounds; I found myself misrepresented, quoted out of context, and my desire to make the best possible film was made to look like female hysteria. It was cruel and it was untrue."

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Max Mallin KC, for White Lantern and SMC, said during the trial that Green showed a "categorical and unequivocal refusal to perform". However,&nbsp;Justice Michael Green said that he&nbsp;does not believe that any of the defendants’ witnesses truly considered that Green had withdrawn her services from the film and renounced the artist agreement.

The judge added that the allegation against Green "has the feel of being constructed after the event in order to be able to mount some sort of defence to the claim brought by Ms Green", adding it was "based on false evidence"&nbsp;from witnesses.

The judge added, "There is no doubt that Green did not make any conclusive decision or statement that she would not comply with her obligations under the artist agreement. Nor could anyone have reasonably understood her to have made such a decision."

Hollywood actress Eva Green has won her London court case against White Lantern Films and SMC Speciality Finance over a million-dollar fee for an abandoned sci-fi film A Patriot.

Hollywood actress Eva Green has won her London court case against White Lantern Films and SMC Speciality Finance over a million-dollar fee for an abandoned sci-fi film A Patriot. The 42-year-old sued the companies in October 2019. Green wanted the production house to pay her the fee promised in a contract, despite the shelving of the movie. To retaliate, the production company filed a counter-claim against the actress, alleging she pulled out of the making of the film and breached her contract. In a judgment given on Friday, Justice Michael Green ruled in Green's favour and said that she was entitled to the fee, dismissing the counter-claim. Reacting to the judgment, the actress said that she had been "forced to stand up to a small group of men, funded by deep financial resources, who tried to use me as a scapegoat to cover up their own mistakes". She added, "I am proud that I stood up against their bully-boy tactics. A few people in the press were only too delighted to reprint these lies without proper reporting. There are few things the media enjoys more than tearing a woman to pieces. It felt like being set upon by hounds; I found myself misrepresented, quoted out of context, and my desire to make the best possible film was made to look like female hysteria. It was cruel and it was untrue." Also read: 'Truth always wins': Sooraj Pancholi celebrates after acquittal in Jiah Khan case Max Mallin KC, for White Lantern and SMC, said during the trial that Green showed a "categorical and unequivocal refusal to perform". However, Justice Michael Green said that he does not believe that any of the defendants’ witnesses truly considered that Green had withdrawn her services from the film and renounced the artist agreement. The judge added that the allegation against Green "has the feel of being constructed after the event in order to be able to mount some sort of defence to the claim brought by Ms Green", adding it was "based on false evidence" from witnesses. The judge added, "There is no doubt that Green did not make any conclusive decision or statement that she would not comply with her obligations under the artist agreement. Nor could anyone have reasonably understood her to have made such a decision."

Eva Green wins court battle over $1 million fee for sci-fi film A Patriot

James Bond star Eva Green has taken the makers of an unfinished sci-fi film called 'A Patriot' to court in London. Green, who starred alongside Daniel Craig in the James Bond film 'Casino Royale', is seeking payment of her acting fee for the aborted sci-fi project.&nbsp; 
 
The 42-year-old actress is suing the UK-based production company White Lantern Film, claiming she is still entitled to her fee of $1 million (£810,000). The production, announced in 2018, collapsed the following year.

Green filed her lawsuit saying she owed the fee under a "pay or play" contract clause. She is also seeking reimbursement of her legal costs.

White Lantern Film countersued, alleging that she derailed the £4 million project by making "unreasonable demands" and by dropping out of the lead role.

The trial is expected to last nine days, with the judge issuing a ruling at a later date.&nbsp; 
Green did not appear at the first full hearing on Thursday and was represented by her lawyer Edmund Cullen, but is due to give evidence on Monday.

The actress "wanted the film to be made, she bent over backwards to get this done", Cullen said, calling it a "passion project" for which she was an executive producer.

He accused the production company of trying to depict Green as a "diva to win headlines and damage her reputation".

A lawyer for White Lantern, Max Mallin, said Green had shown a "vitriolic aversion" to production plans and was "increasingly reluctant to be involved".

"We have got a critical split between the expectation of Eva Green and the film she wanted to make, and what the budget could afford," he told the court.

In written arguments, Mallin also pointed to text messages in which she harshly criticised several of the production crew members.

In them, Green calls the film's executive producer Jake Seal a "devious psychopath" and production manager Terry Bird a "moron".

Cullen conceded that Green's "language is unguarded and at times strongly and perhaps carelessly expressed". 
But he accused White Lantern of trying to "lay every failure of the production at Ms Green's door" while in fact the project was in a "state of complete dysfunction".

Last year, Cullen represented two former members of the Sex Pistols who won a London court battle against ex-frontman John Lydon over the use of the punk band's music in a Disney series.

The Celebrity Net Worth website estimates Green is worth $10 million. 
 
(With agency inputs)

James Bond star Eva Green has taken the makers of an unfinished sci-fi film called 'A Patriot' to court in London. Green, who starred alongside Daniel Craig in the James Bond film 'Casino Royale', is seeking payment of her acting fee for the aborted sci-fi project.

James Bond star Eva Green has taken the makers of an unfinished sci-fi film called 'A Patriot' to court in London. Green, who starred alongside Daniel Craig in the James Bond film 'Casino Royale', is seeking payment of her acting fee for the aborted sci-fi project. The 42-year-old actress is suing the UK-based production company White Lantern Film, claiming she is still entitled to her fee of $1 million (£810,000). The production, announced in 2018, collapsed the following year. Green filed her lawsuit saying she owed the fee under a "pay or play" contract clause. She is also seeking reimbursement of her legal costs. White Lantern Film countersued, alleging that she derailed the £4 million project by making "unreasonable demands" and by dropping out of the lead role. The trial is expected to last nine days, with the judge issuing a ruling at a later date. Green did not appear at the first full hearing on Thursday and was represented by her lawyer Edmund Cullen, but is due to give evidence on Monday. The actress "wanted the film to be made, she bent over backwards to get this done", Cullen said, calling it a "passion project" for which she was an executive producer. He accused the production company of trying to depict Green as a "diva to win headlines and damage her reputation". A lawyer for White Lantern, Max Mallin, said Green had shown a "vitriolic aversion" to production plans and was "increasingly reluctant to be involved". "We have got a critical split between the expectation of Eva Green and the film she wanted to make, and what the budget could afford," he told the court. In written arguments, Mallin also pointed to text messages in which she harshly criticised several of the production crew members. In them, Green calls the film's executive producer Jake Seal a "devious psychopath" and production manager Terry Bird a "moron". Cullen conceded that Green's "language is unguarded and at times strongly and perhaps carelessly expressed". But he accused White Lantern of trying to "lay every failure of the production at Ms Green's door" while in fact the project was in a "state of complete dysfunction". Last year, Cullen represented two former members of the Sex Pistols who won a London court battle against ex-frontman John Lydon over the use of the punk band's music in a Disney series. The Celebrity Net Worth website estimates Green is worth $10 million. (With agency inputs)

'James Bond' star Eva Green enters UK court battle over unmade film

A lengthy legal dispute over a never-made film starring French actress Eva Green reached London's High Court on Thursday.

Green, who starred alongside Daniel Craig in the James Bond film 'Casino Royale', is seeking payment of her acting fee for an aborted sci-fi project called 'A Patriot'.

The 42-year-old actress is suing the UK-based production company White Lantern Film, claiming she is still entitled to her fee of $1 million (£810,000). The production, announced in 2018, collapsed the following year.

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Green filed her lawsuit saying she owed the fee under a "pay or play" contract clause. She is also seeking reimbursement of her legal costs.

White Lantern Film countersued, alleging that she derailed the £4 million project by making "unreasonable demands" and by dropping out of the lead role.

The trial is expected to last nine days, with the judge issuing a ruling at a later date.&nbsp;

Green did not appear at the first full hearing Thursday and was represented by her lawyer Edmund Cullen, but is due to give evidence on Monday.

The actress "wanted the film to be made, she bent over backwards to get this done", Cullen said, calling it a "passion project" for which she was an executive producer.

He accused the production company of trying to depict Green as a "diva to win headlines and damage her reputation".

A lawyer for White Lantern, Max Mallin, said Green had shown a "vitriolic aversion" to production plans and was "increasingly reluctant to be involved".

"We have got a critical split between the expectation of Eva Green and the film she wanted to make, and what the budget could afford," he told the court.

In written arguments, Mallin also pointed to text messages in which she harshly criticised several of the production crew members.

In them, Green calls the film's executive producer Jake Seal a "devious psychopath" and production manager Terry Bird a "moron".

Cullen conceded that Green's "language is unguarded and at times strongly and perhaps carelessly expressed".

But he accused White Lantern of trying to "lay every failure of the production at Ms Green's door" while in fact the project was in a "state of complete dysfunction".

Last year, Cullen represented two former members of the Sex Pistols who won a London court battle against ex-frontman John Lydon over the use of the punk band's music in a Disney series.

The Celebrity Net Worth website estimates Green is worth $10 million.

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A lengthy legal dispute over a never-made film starring French actress Eva Green reached London's High Court on Thursday. Green, who starred alongside Daniel Craig in the James Bond film 'Casino Royale', is seeking payment of her acting fee for an aborted sci-fi project called 'A Patriot'.

A lengthy legal dispute over a never-made film starring French actress Eva Green reached London's High Court on Thursday. Green, who starred alongside Daniel Craig in the James Bond film 'Casino Royale', is seeking payment of her acting fee for an aborted sci-fi project called 'A Patriot'. The 42-year-old actress is suing the UK-based production company White Lantern Film, claiming she is still entitled to her fee of $1 million (£810,000). The production, announced in 2018, collapsed the following year. After Adult Swim, Hulu sacks Justin Roiland from Solar Opposites, Koala Man after domestic violence charges Green filed her lawsuit saying she owed the fee under a "pay or play" contract clause. She is also seeking reimbursement of her legal costs. White Lantern Film countersued, alleging that she derailed the £4 million project by making "unreasonable demands" and by dropping out of the lead role. The trial is expected to last nine days, with the judge issuing a ruling at a later date. Green did not appear at the first full hearing Thursday and was represented by her lawyer Edmund Cullen, but is due to give evidence on Monday. The actress "wanted the film to be made, she bent over backwards to get this done", Cullen said, calling it a "passion project" for which she was an executive producer. He accused the production company of trying to depict Green as a "diva to win headlines and damage her reputation". A lawyer for White Lantern, Max Mallin, said Green had shown a "vitriolic aversion" to production plans and was "increasingly reluctant to be involved". "We have got a critical split between the expectation of Eva Green and the film she wanted to make, and what the budget could afford," he told the court. In written arguments, Mallin also pointed to text messages in which she harshly criticised several of the production crew members. In them, Green calls the film's executive producer Jake Seal a "devious psychopath" and production manager Terry Bird a "moron". Cullen conceded that Green's "language is unguarded and at times strongly and perhaps carelessly expressed". But he accused White Lantern of trying to "lay every failure of the production at Ms Green's door" while in fact the project was in a "state of complete dysfunction". Last year, Cullen represented two former members of the Sex Pistols who won a London court battle against ex-frontman John Lydon over the use of the punk band's music in a Disney series. The Celebrity Net Worth website estimates Green is worth $10 million.

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'James Bond' star Eva Green enters UK court battle over unmade film

Bond actress Eva Green enters UK court battle over an aborted film