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As Taxi Driver marks its 50th anniversary, BBC culture argues the film’s defining moment isn’t De Niro’s famous mirror line but a bold corridor tracking shot that moves away from Travis after Betsy rejects him, turning a painful moment into a universal meditation on loneliness and showcasing Scorsese’s European-influenced, New Hollywood style.
A 27-year-old man has been arrested and charged with the murder of taxi driver Aurelio Zhunio-Orbez, whose body was found in Croton Falls Reservoir after a dispute over a taxi fare. The suspect confessed to the killing, which occurred after a fare dispute, and is currently in custody awaiting court proceedings.
Martin Scorsese revealed in a documentary that he once threatened to buy a gun and destroy a film he disliked during editing disputes for Taxi Driver, highlighting his intense passion and temper during filmmaking. The documentary features insights from notable figures like Spielberg and De Niro, and discusses his history of violent threats on set, which ultimately led to a compromise that preserved the film's controversial scenes.
Martin Scorsese revealed on "The Late Show" that Robert De Niro's famous "You talkin' to me?" line from "Taxi Driver" was improvised, as they were behind schedule and under pressure to cut the scene. Scorsese recognized the brilliance and insisted on shooting it, leading to one of the most iconic moments in film history.
Filmmaker Martin Scorsese participated in a career Q&A at the London Film Festival, discussing his films, career, and the influence of world cinema on his work. Scorsese reflected on his breakthrough film, Mean Streets, and the challenges of filming in his rough and working-class neighborhood. He also discussed his struggles to be accepted as a director in Hollywood and his thoughts on the future of cinema in the digital age. Scorsese's latest film, Killer of the Flower Moon, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, was reworked during COVID and will be released on October 20.
Robert De Niro's representative has denied reports that the actor will be reprising his iconic Taxi Driver role in an upcoming Uber ad campaign in the UK. The campaign, currently being filmed in London, will not feature De Niro uttering the famous line "You talkin' to me?" from the film. The news caught the attention of Taxi Driver's writer, Paul Schrader, who criticized De Niro's decision on Facebook. Uber has enlisted several celebrities for its ad campaigns in recent years, including Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Coolidge.
Robert De Niro is reportedly set to reprise his iconic role as Travis Bickle from "Taxi Driver" in an upcoming Uber ad campaign. The 80-year-old actor will film a series of ads in London, where he will deliver Bickle's famous line, "You talkin' to me." De Niro's recent involvement in ad campaigns is seen as a way to offset the financial impact of his costly divorces. The Uber ads may feature other famous cameos.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were pursued by paparazzi after a charity event in New York City, resulting in a potentially dangerous chase that lasted over two hours. A taxi driver who picked up the couple said that two vehicles followed them and took pictures, but there was no banging. The couple's office described the incident as near catastrophic, while the NYPD downplayed it. The incident drew comparisons to the 1997 fatal car crash of Harry's mother, Princess Diana. The couple tipped the taxi driver $50 for a 15-minute ride.
The taxi driver who drove Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during their car chase with paparazzi in New York City has spoken out, describing the couple as nervous. The driver, Sunny Singh, said he picked up the couple after they switched from their car to his taxi cab. Singh said the paparazzi followed them and started taking pictures, but he didn't feel they were being aggressive. The couple's spokesperson described the chase as "near-catastrophic," lasting over two hours and resulting in multiple near collisions.