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Richard Wells

I am the founder of The Rewind Zone, created in 2022. My passion for film knows no bounds! It is my goal through this medium to bring the wonders of film from a bygone era back into your lives.

What Happened to Brad Renfro? The Child Star Who Left Behind a Secret Son

What Happened to Brad Renfro? The Child Star Who Left Behind a Secret Son

The public didn't know Brad Renfro had a son until after he was dead. Days before his 2008 overdose, he spent time with his 5-year-old boy in Japan. The son wasn't mentioned in his obituary. In 2025, Yamato Renfro is 22—and nobody's asked him a single question.

The Man Who Launched the Superhero Era Then Vanished: What Happened to Stephen Norrington?

The Man Who Launched the Superhero Era Then Vanished: What Happened to Stephen Norrington?

The director who proved superhero films could be successful vanished after a tumultuous 2003 movie. Not much is known about Norrington these days, until now. We catch up and get all the "skinny" from the man himself.

The 50 Best Psychological Thrillers of the 1990s: The Decade That Broke Our Minds

The 50 Best Psychological Thrillers of the 1990s: The Decade That Broke Our Minds

The 1990s perfected the psychological thriller. From Oscar winners like The Silence of the Lambs to forgotten masterpieces, this definitive list covers 50 mind-bending films across 16 categories. Not just the usual suspects—real discoveries await.

What Happened To Jerry Supiran? 13 Years After the Homeless Headlines

What Happened To Jerry Supiran? 13 Years After the Homeless Headlines

In May 2012, headlines exploded: "Small Wonder Star Homeless, Sleeping Under Bridges." Jerry Supiran's story dominated entertainment news for weeks. Did he survive, or did Hollywood claim another victim?

Claudia Wells: From Back to the Future Stardom to Hollywood's Most Inspiring Disappearance

Claudia Wells: From Back to the Future Stardom to Hollywood's Most Inspiring Disappearance

In 1985, Claudia Wells became Jennifer Parker in one of cinema's most beloved films. When Hollywood came calling for the sequels, she said no—choosing family over fame in a decision that defined her character. 40 years later, discover the remarkable woman behind that choice.

Rewind Zone Picks: 15 Best Free Films on Plex (October 2025)

Rewind Zone Picks: 15 Best Free Films on Plex (October 2025)

From cult classic The Boondock Saints to Oscar-nominated performances in Half Nelson and Take Shelter, these 15 free films on Plex deliver exceptional storytelling and unforgettable characters—no subscription required.

The Critic Who Never Was: How Sony's Fake Reviewer Exposed an Industry Already Losing Its Way

The Critic Who Never Was: How Sony's Fake Reviewer Exposed an Industry Already Losing Its Way

In 2001, film critic David Manning praised every Sony film as brilliant. There was just one problem: he didn't exist. The scandal exposed an industry already losing its trusted guides like Roger Ebert—and what replaced them.