Clockwise from left: Atlas (Netflix), My Oni Girl (Netflix), Unfrosted (Netflix)Image: The A.V. Club
Netflix offers a few high-profile originals this May as the summer movie season gets ready to kick off in theaters. Jerry Seinfeld makes his feature directorial debut and acts in Unfrosted, a comedy about the...
Netflix offers a few high-profile originals this May as the summer movie season gets ready to kick off in theaters. Jerry Seinfeld makes his feature directorial debut and acts in Unfrosted, a comedy about the...
- 5/3/2024
- by Robert DeSalvo
- avclub.com
Hugh Jackman and Jodie Comer are heading to Sherwood Forest for one last hurrah.
The “Wolverine” star and the “Killing Eve” actress are attached to star in “The Death of Robin Hood,” a cheery-sounding new film from Michael Sarnoski, the director of the critically-acclaimed “Pig” and this summer’s “A Quiet Place: Day One.”
According to the official logline, the film will find Robin Hood “grappling with his past after a life of crime and murder.” Instead of the merry outlaw seen in certain previous versions of the story like the one portrayed by Errol Flynn, this Robin Hood is “a battleworn loner [who] finds himself gravely injured and in the hands of a mysterious woman, who offers him a chance at salvation.” It sounds reminiscent of Richard Lester’s elegiac take on the popular story, “Robin and Marian,” a 1976 film starring Sean Connery and Audrey Hepburn as a middled-aged Robin Hood and Maid Marian.
The “Wolverine” star and the “Killing Eve” actress are attached to star in “The Death of Robin Hood,” a cheery-sounding new film from Michael Sarnoski, the director of the critically-acclaimed “Pig” and this summer’s “A Quiet Place: Day One.”
According to the official logline, the film will find Robin Hood “grappling with his past after a life of crime and murder.” Instead of the merry outlaw seen in certain previous versions of the story like the one portrayed by Errol Flynn, this Robin Hood is “a battleworn loner [who] finds himself gravely injured and in the hands of a mysterious woman, who offers him a chance at salvation.” It sounds reminiscent of Richard Lester’s elegiac take on the popular story, “Robin and Marian,” a 1976 film starring Sean Connery and Audrey Hepburn as a middled-aged Robin Hood and Maid Marian.
- 5/3/2024
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
If you hoped for a reconciliation between Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky – here is some bad news.
In the words of Sutton Stracke, it’s officially time to “let the mouse go!” because Mauricio and Kyle are moving on.
The duo’s latest move is proof that they are never getting back together and it’s a sad realization for long-time The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills fans.
Kyle has made a major move on social media signaling the end of her marriage by removing the name Umansky from her profile.
Meanwhile, Mauricio is making some major changes as well. Reports claim he has officially moved out of the marital home he continued to share with Kyle and their kids even after they decided to separate.
The Agency founder recently purchased a fancy Hollywood condo, kicking off his new life as a bachelor.
Rhobh star Kyle Richards removes ‘Umansky’ from...
In the words of Sutton Stracke, it’s officially time to “let the mouse go!” because Mauricio and Kyle are moving on.
The duo’s latest move is proof that they are never getting back together and it’s a sad realization for long-time The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills fans.
Kyle has made a major move on social media signaling the end of her marriage by removing the name Umansky from her profile.
Meanwhile, Mauricio is making some major changes as well. Reports claim he has officially moved out of the marital home he continued to share with Kyle and their kids even after they decided to separate.
The Agency founder recently purchased a fancy Hollywood condo, kicking off his new life as a bachelor.
Rhobh star Kyle Richards removes ‘Umansky’ from...
- 5/3/2024
- by Alicea James
- Monsters and Critics
Paul Walter Hauser is the latest name to join Marvel’s latest iteration of ‘The Fantastic Four’.
Hauser joins the previously cast Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (aka Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm (aka the Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (aka the Thing).
Matt Shakman will take the director’s chair on the project which has a screenplay by Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer. Marvel Studios has dated the movie for July 25, 2025.
Hauser is certainly on a run at the moment, he has recently signed on the dotted line to play Chris Farley in the upcoming biopic directed by Josh Gad and landed a role in ‘The Naked Gun’ reboot, which boasts an ensemble led by Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson.
He will next be seen in Disney and Pixar’s ‘Inside Out 2’ as the voice of Embarrassment.
Hauser joins the previously cast Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (aka Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm (aka the Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (aka the Thing).
Matt Shakman will take the director’s chair on the project which has a screenplay by Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer. Marvel Studios has dated the movie for July 25, 2025.
Hauser is certainly on a run at the moment, he has recently signed on the dotted line to play Chris Farley in the upcoming biopic directed by Josh Gad and landed a role in ‘The Naked Gun’ reboot, which boasts an ensemble led by Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson.
He will next be seen in Disney and Pixar’s ‘Inside Out 2’ as the voice of Embarrassment.
- 5/3/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Ed Harris and Margaret Qualley have joined the cast of John Patton Ford thriller ‘Huntington’.
Harris and Qualley join Glen Powell in what is said to be a raucously entertaining revenge thriller about Becket Redfellow (Glen Powell), the heir to a multi-billion-dollar fortune who will stop at nothing to get what he deserves… Or what he thinks he deserves.
Also in news – Matt Damon stars in first look images from ‘The Instigators’
As previously announced, acclaimed writer/director John Patton Ford (Emily The Criminal) will direct Huntington (working title) from his original screenplay inspired by StudioCanal’s devilish Ealing Comedy library title ‘Kind Hearts and Coronets’.
EVP Global Production Ron Halpern and SVP Global Production Joe Naftalin to oversee for StudioCanal, with Pete Czernin and Graham Broadbent at Blueprint Pictures. StudioCanal is fully financing the film whilst Casting Director Lucy Bevan (BOakes Fegley arbie) continues to handle all casting. A24 will handle US distribution.
Harris and Qualley join Glen Powell in what is said to be a raucously entertaining revenge thriller about Becket Redfellow (Glen Powell), the heir to a multi-billion-dollar fortune who will stop at nothing to get what he deserves… Or what he thinks he deserves.
Also in news – Matt Damon stars in first look images from ‘The Instigators’
As previously announced, acclaimed writer/director John Patton Ford (Emily The Criminal) will direct Huntington (working title) from his original screenplay inspired by StudioCanal’s devilish Ealing Comedy library title ‘Kind Hearts and Coronets’.
EVP Global Production Ron Halpern and SVP Global Production Joe Naftalin to oversee for StudioCanal, with Pete Czernin and Graham Broadbent at Blueprint Pictures. StudioCanal is fully financing the film whilst Casting Director Lucy Bevan (BOakes Fegley arbie) continues to handle all casting. A24 will handle US distribution.
- 5/3/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Shepka Productions and Flickering Myth has unleashed a set of first-look images for the gothic horror ‘The Baby in the Basket’.
Set in 1942 where, as World War II rages on the nuns of the isolated Scottish monastery St. Augustine’s prepares for an incoming storm front. During the night a baby in a basket is left on the doorstep and the sisters take it in to care for it. As the evening goes on, one nun, Sister Agnes (Doig-Thorne) soon suspects the child is the son of the Devil.
Also in news – Matt Damon stars in first look images from ‘The Instigators’
The movie stars Amber Doig-Thorne (Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey), Michaela Longden (How to Kill Monsters), Elle O’Hara (When Darkness Falls), Lisa Riesner (Charlie’s Angels) and Nathan Shepka (Lock & Load) alongside veteran British talent Annabelle Lanyon (Legend), Maryam d’Abo (The Living Daylights) and Paul Barber (The Full Monty).
Directed...
Set in 1942 where, as World War II rages on the nuns of the isolated Scottish monastery St. Augustine’s prepares for an incoming storm front. During the night a baby in a basket is left on the doorstep and the sisters take it in to care for it. As the evening goes on, one nun, Sister Agnes (Doig-Thorne) soon suspects the child is the son of the Devil.
Also in news – Matt Damon stars in first look images from ‘The Instigators’
The movie stars Amber Doig-Thorne (Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey), Michaela Longden (How to Kill Monsters), Elle O’Hara (When Darkness Falls), Lisa Riesner (Charlie’s Angels) and Nathan Shepka (Lock & Load) alongside veteran British talent Annabelle Lanyon (Legend), Maryam d’Abo (The Living Daylights) and Paul Barber (The Full Monty).
Directed...
- 5/3/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Paul Walter Hauser is shaping up to have a major 2025.
The actor has joined the respective casts of both Fantastic Four and Naked Gun reboots currently set to arrive one week apart from each other in July 2025. Deadline confirmed both castings today, and they follow Hauser’s addition as the leading role in Josh Gad’s upcoming Chris Farley biopic.
In Paramount’s new Naked Gun reboot, Hauser will play Captain Ed, a role inhabited by George Kennedy in the original film franchise. He joins Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, who are confirmed to appear as Sergeant Frank Drebin Jr. and his love interest, respectively. The Lonely Island’s Akiva Schaffer will direct, with Seth MacFarlane serving as a producer. The film is set to premiere on July 18th, 2025.
Meanwhile, Marvel’s Fantastic Four reboot has several plot details still under wraps, so it’s unknown which character Hauser is set to play.
The actor has joined the respective casts of both Fantastic Four and Naked Gun reboots currently set to arrive one week apart from each other in July 2025. Deadline confirmed both castings today, and they follow Hauser’s addition as the leading role in Josh Gad’s upcoming Chris Farley biopic.
In Paramount’s new Naked Gun reboot, Hauser will play Captain Ed, a role inhabited by George Kennedy in the original film franchise. He joins Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, who are confirmed to appear as Sergeant Frank Drebin Jr. and his love interest, respectively. The Lonely Island’s Akiva Schaffer will direct, with Seth MacFarlane serving as a producer. The film is set to premiere on July 18th, 2025.
Meanwhile, Marvel’s Fantastic Four reboot has several plot details still under wraps, so it’s unknown which character Hauser is set to play.
- 5/2/2024
- by Paolo Ragusa
- Consequence - Film News
Paul Walter Hauser loves to work, and Deadline reports that the actor’s latest gig will see him joining the cast of Marvel’s upcoming Fantastic Four movie.
It’s not known who Paul Walter Hauser will play in the Fantastic Four movie, but he will be joining a cast which includes Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, aka Mr. Fantastic; Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, aka the Invisible Woman; Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, aka the Human Torch, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, aka The Thing, and Julia Garner as the Shalla-Bal version of the Silver Surfer.
Hauser has quite a few projects on his slate. In addition to Fantastic Four, he also recently joined the cast of the Naked Gun reboot starring Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, and Kevin Durand, and he’s also set to star as Chris Farley in an upcoming biopic about the iconic Saturday Night Live comedian directed by Josh Gad.
It’s not known who Paul Walter Hauser will play in the Fantastic Four movie, but he will be joining a cast which includes Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, aka Mr. Fantastic; Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, aka the Invisible Woman; Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, aka the Human Torch, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, aka The Thing, and Julia Garner as the Shalla-Bal version of the Silver Surfer.
Hauser has quite a few projects on his slate. In addition to Fantastic Four, he also recently joined the cast of the Naked Gun reboot starring Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, and Kevin Durand, and he’s also set to star as Chris Farley in an upcoming biopic about the iconic Saturday Night Live comedian directed by Josh Gad.
- 5/2/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Marvel’s “The Fantastic Four” cast just got more fantastic with the addition of Emmy winner Paul Walter Hauser.
Joining the MCU marks the latest in a string of high-profile projects for Hauser, who is set to play Chris Farley in the upcoming biopic directed by Josh Gad and landed a prime role in “The Naked Gun” reboot, which boasts an ensemble led by Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson.
With “The Fantastic Four,” he’ll appear opposite Marvel’s First Family, the first characters created for Marvel Comics by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The superhero quartet will be played by Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (aka Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm (aka the Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (aka the Thing).
Matt Shakman will direct “The Fantastic Four,” from a screenplay by Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer.
Joining the MCU marks the latest in a string of high-profile projects for Hauser, who is set to play Chris Farley in the upcoming biopic directed by Josh Gad and landed a prime role in “The Naked Gun” reboot, which boasts an ensemble led by Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson.
With “The Fantastic Four,” he’ll appear opposite Marvel’s First Family, the first characters created for Marvel Comics by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The superhero quartet will be played by Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (aka Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm (aka the Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (aka the Thing).
Matt Shakman will direct “The Fantastic Four,” from a screenplay by Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer.
- 5/2/2024
- by Adam B. Vary and Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Paul Walter Hauser is having quite a week. After being tapped for the role of Captain Ed in the untitled Naked Gun reboot from Paramount Pictures, as we were also first to report, we now hear the actor has come aboard aboard Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four.
For now, Hauser’s role in the superhero flick is under wraps, as is its plot. As previously reported, pic’s core cast includes Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (aka Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm (aka the Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (aka the Thing). Most recently, Julia Garner came aboard to play Shalla-Bal, a version of Silver Surfer.
Matt Shakman (WandaVision) is directing from a script by Eric Pearson, Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan, and Ian Springer. Peter Cameron (WandaVision) has also done some writing on the project.
For now, Hauser’s role in the superhero flick is under wraps, as is its plot. As previously reported, pic’s core cast includes Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (aka Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm (aka the Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (aka the Thing). Most recently, Julia Garner came aboard to play Shalla-Bal, a version of Silver Surfer.
Matt Shakman (WandaVision) is directing from a script by Eric Pearson, Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan, and Ian Springer. Peter Cameron (WandaVision) has also done some writing on the project.
- 5/2/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Rounding out the series regular cast of the Ryan Murphy ABC drama series Dr. Odyssey is Sean Teale. He joins previously announced stars Joshua Jackson, Don Johnson and Phillipa Soo.
As with any Ryan Murphy series, no details about the premise are being revealed. As the title suggests, Dr. Odyssey is believed to be a medical procedural. According to sources, it is set on a cruise ship.
Character descriptions for all involved are also under wraps. It hails from 20th Television in association with Ryan Murphy Television.
Dr. Odyssey is written and executive produced by Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz and Joe Baken. Paris Barclay is directing and executive producing. Eric Paquette, Alexis Martin Woodall, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson and Nissa Diederich also executive produce alongside Jackson.
Teale began his career on the hit U.K. series Skins, which opened doors to supporting roles in the period dramas: Mr. Selfridge...
As with any Ryan Murphy series, no details about the premise are being revealed. As the title suggests, Dr. Odyssey is believed to be a medical procedural. According to sources, it is set on a cruise ship.
Character descriptions for all involved are also under wraps. It hails from 20th Television in association with Ryan Murphy Television.
Dr. Odyssey is written and executive produced by Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz and Joe Baken. Paris Barclay is directing and executive producing. Eric Paquette, Alexis Martin Woodall, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson and Nissa Diederich also executive produce alongside Jackson.
Teale began his career on the hit U.K. series Skins, which opened doors to supporting roles in the period dramas: Mr. Selfridge...
- 5/2/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou this week made his first-ever trip to the Far East Film Festival in Italy’s Udine, and appeared to fall in love with the theatrical and festival experience all over again.
At a masterclass on Thursday morning, Zhang spoke of his filmmaking techniques and priorities, his enduring quest for the human touch and why not all films need to be masterpieces.
“Nobody has pure talent. Success also comes from hard work and the kind of luck that pull together an optimal crew and a cast that gels. I don’t believe that all films can be masterpieces and I doubt that I’ve made my best possible film yet. I’m still on the way,” he told a packed audience at Udine’s Teatro Nuovo, most of which had moments earlier watched a screening of his sensational “Raise the Red Lantern,” which had been restored to 4K.
At a masterclass on Thursday morning, Zhang spoke of his filmmaking techniques and priorities, his enduring quest for the human touch and why not all films need to be masterpieces.
“Nobody has pure talent. Success also comes from hard work and the kind of luck that pull together an optimal crew and a cast that gels. I don’t believe that all films can be masterpieces and I doubt that I’ve made my best possible film yet. I’m still on the way,” he told a packed audience at Udine’s Teatro Nuovo, most of which had moments earlier watched a screening of his sensational “Raise the Red Lantern,” which had been restored to 4K.
- 5/2/2024
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Mauricio Umansky finally got his own place and left his wife in their old home. He and Kyle Richards started having issues when the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star lost a depressed friend. Well, that was a theory that a therapist came up with. However, apart from allegedly not getting enough support from her husband, Kyle was clearly disturbed by other things in her marriage.,
Mauricio Umansky Would Move Into His Own Place, Said Kyle
In October last year, Bravo star Kyle Richards explained how the estranged couple sorted out their sleeping arrangements. Despite the split between the couple, they stayed in the same home. She said that she moved into a smaller room upstairs. It seemed odd to many Real Housewives of Beverly Hills fans, but they seemed to manage civility despite officially being separated.
Mauricio Umanksy and Rhobh star Kyle Richards In Happier Days – Instagram
Real Housewives...
Mauricio Umansky Would Move Into His Own Place, Said Kyle
In October last year, Bravo star Kyle Richards explained how the estranged couple sorted out their sleeping arrangements. Despite the split between the couple, they stayed in the same home. She said that she moved into a smaller room upstairs. It seemed odd to many Real Housewives of Beverly Hills fans, but they seemed to manage civility despite officially being separated.
Mauricio Umanksy and Rhobh star Kyle Richards In Happier Days – Instagram
Real Housewives...
- 5/2/2024
- by James Michael
- TV Shows Ace
Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer is undoubtedly one of 2023’s biggest hits, being his highest-grossing film outside of his Batman films. In classic Nolan fashion, the film boasted an impressive ensemble led by Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt, and Matt Damon. In addition to being a big box office hit, Murphy and Downey Jr. won Oscars for their roles in the film.
Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer
The film’s success further catapulted Nolan’s position in the industry, arguably making him the best modern director of our time. It was recently reported that Nolan earned a whopping $100 million for the film. However, a new in-depth report of the film’s performance and profits has refuted that claim.
Christopher Nolan Reportedly Earned Less Than $100 Million for Oppenheimer
Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. won various accolades for their work in Oppenheimer
Christopher Nolan...
Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer
The film’s success further catapulted Nolan’s position in the industry, arguably making him the best modern director of our time. It was recently reported that Nolan earned a whopping $100 million for the film. However, a new in-depth report of the film’s performance and profits has refuted that claim.
Christopher Nolan Reportedly Earned Less Than $100 Million for Oppenheimer
Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. won various accolades for their work in Oppenheimer
Christopher Nolan...
- 5/2/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Jack Harlow is enjoying a day out.
The 26-year-old “First Class” rapper stopped by the Dior store to do some shopping with friends on Monday afternoon (April 29) in New York City.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Jack Harlow
For his outing, Jack wore a sleeveless black shirt with black sweatpants and a backwards black snapback hat.
While appearing on Call Her Daddy, Jack shared Nsfw details about losing his virginity, revealed his favorite sex position, and so much.
Last year it was announced that Jack had joined the cast of Apple’s upcoming thriller The Instigators alongside Matt Damon and Casey Affleck! Find out more about the project here.
Click through the gallery inside for 15+ pictures of Jack Harlow out shopping in NYC…...
The 26-year-old “First Class” rapper stopped by the Dior store to do some shopping with friends on Monday afternoon (April 29) in New York City.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Jack Harlow
For his outing, Jack wore a sleeveless black shirt with black sweatpants and a backwards black snapback hat.
While appearing on Call Her Daddy, Jack shared Nsfw details about losing his virginity, revealed his favorite sex position, and so much.
Last year it was announced that Jack had joined the cast of Apple’s upcoming thriller The Instigators alongside Matt Damon and Casey Affleck! Find out more about the project here.
Click through the gallery inside for 15+ pictures of Jack Harlow out shopping in NYC…...
- 5/2/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Deadline’s Most Valuable Blockbuster tournament is back. While studios during Covid wildly embraced the theatrical day-and-date model when cinemas were closed, they soon realized there’s nothing more profitable than a theatrical release and the downstreams that come with it. If anything, theatrical is the advertisement for a movie’s longevity in subsequent home entertainment windows. Entering the conversation in 2023 were the streamers, such as Apple, who have also realized the necessity of theatrical to eventize their movies. The financial data pulled together here for Deadline’s Most Valuable Blockbuster Tournament is culled by seasoned and trusted sources.
The Film
Oppenheimer
Universal
Following Warner Bros’ Covid release of Tenet and the studio’s then-aggressive pivot to a theatrical day-and-date distribution model on Max, Christopher Nolan shopped his next project, the World War II-set Oppenheimer, to rival studios. Universal snapped at the opportunity to take on the $100 million production., thought...
The Film
Oppenheimer
Universal
Following Warner Bros’ Covid release of Tenet and the studio’s then-aggressive pivot to a theatrical day-and-date distribution model on Max, Christopher Nolan shopped his next project, the World War II-set Oppenheimer, to rival studios. Universal snapped at the opportunity to take on the $100 million production., thought...
- 5/1/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Paul Walter Hauser is ready to fight crime alongside Liam Neeson in the reboot of the Naked Gun franchise.
Hauser is set to play Captain Ed in director Akiva Schaffer’s untitled new Naked Gun film that Paramount Pictures plans to release July 18, 2025. George Kennedy previously played the role in the original film trilogy that kicked off with the 1988 comedy The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
Dan Gregor and Doug Mand penned the new movie’s script with Schaffer. The two scribes previously wrote the director’s Emmy-winning Disney+ feature Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers. Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins of Fuzzy Door produce the project that is based on the Naked Gun film franchise and the television series Police Squad! from Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker. Daniel M. Stillman serves as executive producer.
Hauser joins the cast that includes Neeson and Pamela Anderson. While plot details are under wraps,...
Hauser is set to play Captain Ed in director Akiva Schaffer’s untitled new Naked Gun film that Paramount Pictures plans to release July 18, 2025. George Kennedy previously played the role in the original film trilogy that kicked off with the 1988 comedy The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
Dan Gregor and Doug Mand penned the new movie’s script with Schaffer. The two scribes previously wrote the director’s Emmy-winning Disney+ feature Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers. Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins of Fuzzy Door produce the project that is based on the Naked Gun film franchise and the television series Police Squad! from Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker. Daniel M. Stillman serves as executive producer.
Hauser joins the cast that includes Neeson and Pamela Anderson. While plot details are under wraps,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Paul Walter Hauser’s hot streak continues. After seeing New Line lock up rights to the authorized Chris Farley biopic in which he’ll star for director Josh Gad, the actor has signed on to the untitled Naked Gun reboot from Paramount Pictures.
Hauser joins an ensemble that also includes Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, as previously announced. He’ll take on the role of Ed, Frank Drebin’s partner, which was inhabited in prior Naked Gun films by George Kennedy, and in the preceding series Police Squad! by Alan North.
Akiva Schaffer is directing and exec producing the comedy, slated for release in theaters on July 18, 2025. Dan Gregor and Doug Mand wrote the draft script along with Schaffer, with whom they partnered on the Emmy-winning film Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers. Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins are producing via Fuzzy Door, with Daniel M. Stillman also serving as EP.
Hauser joins an ensemble that also includes Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, as previously announced. He’ll take on the role of Ed, Frank Drebin’s partner, which was inhabited in prior Naked Gun films by George Kennedy, and in the preceding series Police Squad! by Alan North.
Akiva Schaffer is directing and exec producing the comedy, slated for release in theaters on July 18, 2025. Dan Gregor and Doug Mand wrote the draft script along with Schaffer, with whom they partnered on the Emmy-winning film Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers. Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins are producing via Fuzzy Door, with Daniel M. Stillman also serving as EP.
- 5/1/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Sometimes Asian filmmakers employ Western actors to attract more public attention to their works. We can recall here such Chinese movies as Christian Bale’s The Flowers of War (2011), Adrien Brody and John Cusack’s Dragon Blade (2015), both of them being historical dramas, and, besides, Kevin Spacey’s comedy thriller Inseparable (2011).
The same happened with the Jason Bourne actor, Matt Damon and Game of Thrones’ Pedro Pascal, who were invited to star in the Chinese monster movie, which turned out to be controversial enough to spark debate about the reasonability of such a cast.
The plot of this kaiju focuses on two European mercenary warriors (played by Damon and Pascal), who become imprisoned within the Great Wall of China by imperial forces, forcing them to join the army fighting against the unstoppable alien creatures.
This movie can be divided in two halves, with the first one presenting a large amount of spectacular action,...
The same happened with the Jason Bourne actor, Matt Damon and Game of Thrones’ Pedro Pascal, who were invited to star in the Chinese monster movie, which turned out to be controversial enough to spark debate about the reasonability of such a cast.
The plot of this kaiju focuses on two European mercenary warriors (played by Damon and Pascal), who become imprisoned within the Great Wall of China by imperial forces, forcing them to join the army fighting against the unstoppable alien creatures.
This movie can be divided in two halves, with the first one presenting a large amount of spectacular action,...
- 5/1/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
You know that feeling when you’re watching a scene, and it feels so natural that you wonder if the actors just went off-script? Well, guess what?
Sometimes they did, and those moments turned out to be pure gold! It’s like stumbling upon hidden treasure, and today, I’m taking you on a wild ride through 10 of the most incredible scenes that weren’t even planned but still made it to the final cut.
Get ready to be amazed, laugh out loud, and raise an eyebrow in surprise as we dive into the unscripted moments that add an extra sprinkle of magic to our favorite films and series.
Grab your popcorn – this is going to be a blast!
1. ‘The Dark Knight’ – Joker Clapping
Heath Ledger‘s portrayal of the Joker left an indelible mark on cinema history.
One of the film’s most chilling and iconic moments wasn’t scripted at all.
Sometimes they did, and those moments turned out to be pure gold! It’s like stumbling upon hidden treasure, and today, I’m taking you on a wild ride through 10 of the most incredible scenes that weren’t even planned but still made it to the final cut.
Get ready to be amazed, laugh out loud, and raise an eyebrow in surprise as we dive into the unscripted moments that add an extra sprinkle of magic to our favorite films and series.
Grab your popcorn – this is going to be a blast!
1. ‘The Dark Knight’ – Joker Clapping
Heath Ledger‘s portrayal of the Joker left an indelible mark on cinema history.
One of the film’s most chilling and iconic moments wasn’t scripted at all.
- 5/1/2024
- by Pia Vermaak
- buddytv.com
Apple TV+ has debuted a set of first-look images from filmmaker Doug Liman’s ‘The Instigators’.
Rory (Matt Damon) and Cobby (Casey Affleck) are reluctant partners: a desperate father and an ex-con thrown together to pull off a robbery of the ill-gained earnings of a corrupt politician. But when the heist goes wrong, the two find themselves engulfed in a whirlwind of chaos, pursued not only by police but also backwards bureaucrats and vengeful crime bosses. Completely out of their depth, they convince Rory’s therapist (Hong Chau) to join their riotous getaway through the city, where they must put aside their differences and work together to evade capture—or worse.
Directed by Doug Liman and written by Chuck MacLean and Casey Affleck, the movie also stars Michael Stuhlbarg, Paul Walter Hauser, Ving Rhames, Alfred Molina, and Toby Jones, with Jack Harlow and Ron Perlman.
Also in news – Hayley Atwell,...
Rory (Matt Damon) and Cobby (Casey Affleck) are reluctant partners: a desperate father and an ex-con thrown together to pull off a robbery of the ill-gained earnings of a corrupt politician. But when the heist goes wrong, the two find themselves engulfed in a whirlwind of chaos, pursued not only by police but also backwards bureaucrats and vengeful crime bosses. Completely out of their depth, they convince Rory’s therapist (Hong Chau) to join their riotous getaway through the city, where they must put aside their differences and work together to evade capture—or worse.
Directed by Doug Liman and written by Chuck MacLean and Casey Affleck, the movie also stars Michael Stuhlbarg, Paul Walter Hauser, Ving Rhames, Alfred Molina, and Toby Jones, with Jack Harlow and Ron Perlman.
Also in news – Hayley Atwell,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
John Mulaney had been suffering from addiction for years until he got sober in 2005. During his time at rehabilitation, he received the most influential advice from SNL creator, Lorne Michaels, which inspired him to turn over a new leaf.
John Mulaney via Saturday Night Live
Michaels used the death of the late comedian John Belushi to warn Mulaney of what could possibly happen to him if he did not help himself. The comedian got candid in his interview in Netflix’s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman.
John Mulaney Shares The Words Of Encouragement From Lorne Michaels That Changed His Whole Life
John Mulaney recalled how Lorne Michaels gave him a two-hour call during his time at rehab. The latter told of the tragic life of John Belushi and how it affected not only his life but his family as well. In the interview via People, Mulaney stated:
“He goes,...
John Mulaney via Saturday Night Live
Michaels used the death of the late comedian John Belushi to warn Mulaney of what could possibly happen to him if he did not help himself. The comedian got candid in his interview in Netflix’s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman.
John Mulaney Shares The Words Of Encouragement From Lorne Michaels That Changed His Whole Life
John Mulaney recalled how Lorne Michaels gave him a two-hour call during his time at rehab. The latter told of the tragic life of John Belushi and how it affected not only his life but his family as well. In the interview via People, Mulaney stated:
“He goes,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
New Line Cinema has landed the Chris Farley biopic starring Paul Walter Hauser, in what Variety is told was a highly competitive situation.
The film, which has the blessing of the Farley family, will mark actor Josh Gad’s directorial debut, with Lorne Michaels and Erin David producing via Broadway Video.
Oscar and Emmy nominees Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber will write the screenplay based on the New York Times best-selling biography “The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts” by Tom Farley Jr. (Chris Farley’s brother) and Tanner Colby.
Hauser, an Emmy, Critics’ Choice, and Golden Globe Award-winning actor for his role in “Black Bird,” will next be seen in Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” as the voice of Embarrassment. He will then appear opposite Matt Damon in Apple Original Films’ “The Instigators,” helmed by Doug Liman. He’s also set to lead Tony Tost...
The film, which has the blessing of the Farley family, will mark actor Josh Gad’s directorial debut, with Lorne Michaels and Erin David producing via Broadway Video.
Oscar and Emmy nominees Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber will write the screenplay based on the New York Times best-selling biography “The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts” by Tom Farley Jr. (Chris Farley’s brother) and Tanner Colby.
Hauser, an Emmy, Critics’ Choice, and Golden Globe Award-winning actor for his role in “Black Bird,” will next be seen in Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” as the voice of Embarrassment. He will then appear opposite Matt Damon in Apple Original Films’ “The Instigators,” helmed by Doug Liman. He’s also set to lead Tony Tost...
- 4/30/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
New Line Cinema proved to be more highly motivated than the rest of its competition in landing the forthcoming Chris Farley biopic that is set to star Paul Walter Hauser as the late comedy legend.
The company has landed director Josh Gad’s film following a highly competitive situation. Hauser, a recent Emmy winner for his work in Apple TV+’s Black Bird, will star as Farley, the Saturday Night Live standout and star of such films as Tommy Boy who died of a drug overdose in 1997 at age 33.
Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber (The Disaster Artist, Daisy Jones & The Six) are writing the screenplay based on Tom Farley Jr. and Tanner Colby’s best-selling biography, The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts. The project has the blessing of the Farley family, with SNL creator Lorne Michaels and Erin David serving as producers for Broadway Video.
Farley...
The company has landed director Josh Gad’s film following a highly competitive situation. Hauser, a recent Emmy winner for his work in Apple TV+’s Black Bird, will star as Farley, the Saturday Night Live standout and star of such films as Tommy Boy who died of a drug overdose in 1997 at age 33.
Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber (The Disaster Artist, Daisy Jones & The Six) are writing the screenplay based on Tom Farley Jr. and Tanner Colby’s best-selling biography, The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts. The project has the blessing of the Farley family, with SNL creator Lorne Michaels and Erin David serving as producers for Broadway Video.
Farley...
- 4/30/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
When we think of the iconic portrayal of Dr. Otto Octavius / Doctor Octopus in Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man 2 (2004), one name instantly springs to mind: Alfred Molina. The latter’s performance as the villainous Doc Ock is widely considered to be among the finest performances of the entire Spider-Man film franchise.
But what if we told you that the London-born actor, 70, might not have even been a part of the film without the crucial role of Raimi’s wife, Gillian Greene? Can you think of anyone else who could portray the multifaceted villain with such finesse?
Alfred Molina as Dr. Octopus in Spider-Man 2
While Molina is a seasoned and talented actor with an impressive résumé, it was Greene’s keen eye behind the scenes that ultimately led to Molina’s casting as Otto Octavius.
The Untold Story: How Sam Raimi’s Wife Shaped Alfred Molina’s Role in Spider-Man 2...
But what if we told you that the London-born actor, 70, might not have even been a part of the film without the crucial role of Raimi’s wife, Gillian Greene? Can you think of anyone else who could portray the multifaceted villain with such finesse?
Alfred Molina as Dr. Octopus in Spider-Man 2
While Molina is a seasoned and talented actor with an impressive résumé, it was Greene’s keen eye behind the scenes that ultimately led to Molina’s casting as Otto Octavius.
The Untold Story: How Sam Raimi’s Wife Shaped Alfred Molina’s Role in Spider-Man 2...
- 4/30/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Jeff Zucker and Gerry Cardinale’s RedBird Imi, the new Abu Dhabi-backed owner of All3Media, has pulled out of its deal to buy the UK’s Daily Telegraph following press freedom concerns.
RedBird Imi will now have to effectively sell the Telegraph as it had already taken control of the British paper plus Spectator Magazine in December when it repaid owner the Barclay family’s debts, including a £600M ($753M) loan against the titles.
“RedBird Imi has today confirmed that it intends to withdraw from its proposed acquisition of the Telegraph Media Group and proceed with a sale,” a RedBird Imi spokesperson told Reuters. “We have held constructive conversations with the government about ensuring a smooth and orderly sale for both titles.”
The move comes months after RedBird Imi was prevented from bringing the deal home due to regulatory roadblocks amid concern at the upper echelons of UK government around press freedom.
RedBird Imi will now have to effectively sell the Telegraph as it had already taken control of the British paper plus Spectator Magazine in December when it repaid owner the Barclay family’s debts, including a £600M ($753M) loan against the titles.
“RedBird Imi has today confirmed that it intends to withdraw from its proposed acquisition of the Telegraph Media Group and proceed with a sale,” a RedBird Imi spokesperson told Reuters. “We have held constructive conversations with the government about ensuring a smooth and orderly sale for both titles.”
The move comes months after RedBird Imi was prevented from bringing the deal home due to regulatory roadblocks amid concern at the upper echelons of UK government around press freedom.
- 4/30/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Matt Damon would somewhat reunite with his Good Will Hunting and Ocean’s series co-star Casey Affleck in Oppenheimer. However, they would not share a scene together in Christopher Nolan’s historical epic. The two are set to star in an action-comedy-heist movie that brings them back to their native Boston in The Instigators. The heist film is co-written by Affleck, but will be directed by the Road House remake‘s Doug Liman. Affleck says, “The inspiration for this was definitely Midnight Run and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.” He also stated that he’s always “wanted to do a buddy action comedy.”
Entertainment Weekly has the first look at The Instigators, which features images with the co-leads and their co-star Hong Chau, who recently worked with Damon in the critically and audience-panned Downsizing. The plot, according to EW says, “Damon costars as Rory, a desperate father who reluctantly...
Entertainment Weekly has the first look at The Instigators, which features images with the co-leads and their co-star Hong Chau, who recently worked with Damon in the critically and audience-panned Downsizing. The plot, according to EW says, “Damon costars as Rory, a desperate father who reluctantly...
- 4/29/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, Casey Affleck says that “Midnight Run” served as his inspiration for writing a brand new Boston-based heist film called “The Instigators.” This news comes fresh off the heels of both Affleck and Matt Damon playing military men in last year’s global phenomenon “Oppenheimer.”
The film is co-written by Affleck and features the two going back to their Boston origins.
Continue reading First Look: Matt Damon & Casey Affleck Star In Doug Liman’s ‘The Instigators’ Due In August at The Playlist.
The film is co-written by Affleck and features the two going back to their Boston origins.
Continue reading First Look: Matt Damon & Casey Affleck Star In Doug Liman’s ‘The Instigators’ Due In August at The Playlist.
- 4/29/2024
- by Caillou Pettis
- The Playlist
Game Loop.
Trace and I inadvertently bookended our April discussions of John Landis’ An American Werewolf in London (listen) and Ciarán Foy’s Eli (listen) with Jude Law films. At the start of the month, we tackled Matt Damon’s Italian grifter in The Talented Mr. Ripley (listen) and now we’re closing out April with David Cronenberg‘s eXistenZ (1999).
The unofficial sequel to Videodrome (listen) and precursor to Crimes of the Future, eXistenZ takes place in the world of virtual reality and simulation. Game goddess Allegra Gellar (Jennifer Jason Leigh) is forced to go on the run with PR nerd Ted Pikul (Jude Law) through the Canadian backwoods when ‘Realist’ terrorists declare open season on her life.
Featuring no shortage of strange encounters and oddball characters, including Willem Dafoe‘s queer-coded Gas and Canadian film royalty like Don McKellar and Sarah Polley, Allegra and Ted must travel between the...
Trace and I inadvertently bookended our April discussions of John Landis’ An American Werewolf in London (listen) and Ciarán Foy’s Eli (listen) with Jude Law films. At the start of the month, we tackled Matt Damon’s Italian grifter in The Talented Mr. Ripley (listen) and now we’re closing out April with David Cronenberg‘s eXistenZ (1999).
The unofficial sequel to Videodrome (listen) and precursor to Crimes of the Future, eXistenZ takes place in the world of virtual reality and simulation. Game goddess Allegra Gellar (Jennifer Jason Leigh) is forced to go on the run with PR nerd Ted Pikul (Jude Law) through the Canadian backwoods when ‘Realist’ terrorists declare open season on her life.
Featuring no shortage of strange encounters and oddball characters, including Willem Dafoe‘s queer-coded Gas and Canadian film royalty like Don McKellar and Sarah Polley, Allegra and Ted must travel between the...
- 4/29/2024
- by Joe Lipsett
- bloody-disgusting.com
Cillian Murphy will be returning for the new 28 Years Later trilogy of films – but, and look away if you don’t want to know, his involvement isn’t straightforward.
Ever since it was revealed back in February that we’d be getting another film in the 28 Days Later series, the good news tap hasn’t turned off.
Danny Boyle and Alex Garland are back to reprise their creative partnership of director and writer. Cillian Murphy – the star of the original film – publicly declared that he was making himself ‘available’ and if all of that wasn’t good enough, we then heard that no less than Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes would lead the cast for the new film.
Now, thanks to a report from Jeff Sneider (via World Of Reel), we’ve got an insight regarding Cillian Murphy’s involvement.
According to Sneider, Murphy won’t...
Ever since it was revealed back in February that we’d be getting another film in the 28 Days Later series, the good news tap hasn’t turned off.
Danny Boyle and Alex Garland are back to reprise their creative partnership of director and writer. Cillian Murphy – the star of the original film – publicly declared that he was making himself ‘available’ and if all of that wasn’t good enough, we then heard that no less than Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes would lead the cast for the new film.
Now, thanks to a report from Jeff Sneider (via World Of Reel), we’ve got an insight regarding Cillian Murphy’s involvement.
According to Sneider, Murphy won’t...
- 4/29/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
There is no doubt the typical movie villains are those who are less appealing and not as clever as the protagonists, who must win over them. However, there are some evil characters which are even superior to the good guys in terms of their intelligence.
Here are 7 of the most voiced examples of the extremely intelligent onscreen villains, chosen by Redditors in a recent discussion.
7. Se7en (1995) - John Doe
Kevin Spacey’s serial killer is always ahead of the detectives, while committing his chilling murders inspired by the seven deadly sins. The police don't even know his real name, and when finally catching him, they realize his scheme worked out against them.
6. The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) - Tom Ripley
Matt Damon’s titular character knows how to pretend to be who he isn’t, how to climb the social ladder and how to be convincing enough to deceive all the people,...
Here are 7 of the most voiced examples of the extremely intelligent onscreen villains, chosen by Redditors in a recent discussion.
7. Se7en (1995) - John Doe
Kevin Spacey’s serial killer is always ahead of the detectives, while committing his chilling murders inspired by the seven deadly sins. The police don't even know his real name, and when finally catching him, they realize his scheme worked out against them.
6. The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) - Tom Ripley
Matt Damon’s titular character knows how to pretend to be who he isn’t, how to climb the social ladder and how to be convincing enough to deceive all the people,...
- 4/28/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Idris Elba, the man, known for portraying some iconic roles throughout his career is known for his diversified roles. From action to serious roles, from deadpan to quirky, Elba is quite a veteran actor who is still relevant in Hollywood.
Elba, being known for portraying the role of Dci John Luther in the iconic BBC series Luther, seems to have hung the iconic Luther coat. In an interview, however, the Hijack actor stated that there are still some things left for John Luther to do!
Idris Elba as John Luther in a still from Luther There Are Some Things Left For Idris Elba’s Luther To Do!
Premiering in 2010, Luther narrated the tale of Dci John Luther. A homicide detective with a penchant for thinking like a murderer helped him solve the cases but he wasn’t much of a social person. The series became so famous that Luther ran...
Elba, being known for portraying the role of Dci John Luther in the iconic BBC series Luther, seems to have hung the iconic Luther coat. In an interview, however, the Hijack actor stated that there are still some things left for John Luther to do!
Idris Elba as John Luther in a still from Luther There Are Some Things Left For Idris Elba’s Luther To Do!
Premiering in 2010, Luther narrated the tale of Dci John Luther. A homicide detective with a penchant for thinking like a murderer helped him solve the cases but he wasn’t much of a social person. The series became so famous that Luther ran...
- 4/28/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Two years have gone by since a psychological thriller called Apartment 7A – which Relic (watch it Here) director Natalie Erika James helmed for Paramount Players and A Quiet Place collaborators Platinum Dunes and John Krasinski – wrapped filming. Soon after filming came to an end, rumors began to circulate that Apartment 7A was secretly a prequel to the 1968 classic Rosemary’s Baby… and now those rumors have been proven to be true! Deadline broke the news that Apartment 7A will finally be making its way out into the world this fall, as it’s set to receive a Paramount+ release in the U.S. and in select international markets, and in their report they confirmed that this is indeed a Rosemary’s Baby prequel. Maybe the fact that the Omen prequel The First Omen went over well with viewers inspired Paramount to finally release this horror prequel.
Apartment 7A started out with...
Apartment 7A started out with...
- 4/26/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Anya Taylor-Joy, Ryan Gosling, Ry Barrett, Garfield, Odie, Owen TeaguePhoto: Warner Bros. Pictures, Eric Laciste (Universal Pictures), Pierce Derks (IFC Films & Shudder), Project G Productions, LLC, 20th Century Studios
And so the summer movie season begins with a whimper. Unfortunately, because of the work stoppages last summer that the studios...
And so the summer movie season begins with a whimper. Unfortunately, because of the work stoppages last summer that the studios...
- 4/26/2024
- by Matt Schimkowitz
- avclub.com
We now have a shoot date for the long-awaited ‘end to this chapter’ of the beloved Birmingham-based crime saga, Peaky Blinders. September!
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has confirmed that the Peaky Blinders film will go into production in September. We’ve known since the beginning of this year that a 2024 shoot was the aim but given that Knight and the project’s star, Cillian Murphy are both rather busy people, nobody was exactly sure where they’d fit the project in.
We now have an answer to that question. Speaking with The NME, Knight has confirmed that “it’s gonna happen this September” and added that he’s doing final tweaks on the script. He also added: “We’re there. We’ve got everything sorted, we’ve got all the commitments we need, we are ready to go” which certainly sounds like a final confirmation to us.
Steven Knight...
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has confirmed that the Peaky Blinders film will go into production in September. We’ve known since the beginning of this year that a 2024 shoot was the aim but given that Knight and the project’s star, Cillian Murphy are both rather busy people, nobody was exactly sure where they’d fit the project in.
We now have an answer to that question. Speaking with The NME, Knight has confirmed that “it’s gonna happen this September” and added that he’s doing final tweaks on the script. He also added: “We’re there. We’ve got everything sorted, we’ve got all the commitments we need, we are ready to go” which certainly sounds like a final confirmation to us.
Steven Knight...
- 4/26/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
Paramount has announced the lineup of movies, TV shows, and sports coming to the Paramount+ streaming service in May. The Paramount Plus May 2024 schedule includes new seasons of Evil and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, as well as new episodes of The Chi.
Two new music documentaries, Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza and Kiss the Future, join the critically acclaimed biopic Bob Marley: One Love, which has ranked as the No. 1 movie on the service among active subscriber households since its debut on April 12. Also, the UEFA Champions League should deliver edge-of-your-seat excitement for soccer fans in the lead-up to the final on June 1.
Throughout its run, we’ve followed an elite team of believers and skeptics tasked by the Vatican to investigate purported demonic events in the Paramount+ Original series Evil. The supernatural drama, which is preparing for its finale, is the creation of husband-and-wife showrunners and writing partners Robert and Michelle King,...
Two new music documentaries, Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza and Kiss the Future, join the critically acclaimed biopic Bob Marley: One Love, which has ranked as the No. 1 movie on the service among active subscriber households since its debut on April 12. Also, the UEFA Champions League should deliver edge-of-your-seat excitement for soccer fans in the lead-up to the final on June 1.
Throughout its run, we’ve followed an elite team of believers and skeptics tasked by the Vatican to investigate purported demonic events in the Paramount+ Original series Evil. The supernatural drama, which is preparing for its finale, is the creation of husband-and-wife showrunners and writing partners Robert and Michelle King,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Writer-director John Krasinski’s upcoming summer movie If already looks like it will have plenty of friends when hitting theaters.
The Paramount movie is tracking to open to $40 million-plus, or a range of $38 million to $42 million, an impressive figure for an original family film. And based on raw data, some box office pundits believe it has a shot at $45 million to $50 million.
Unaided awareness is well above average, as well as interest and first choice. For Paramount, the tracking numbers show that the studio is able to keep to the job at hand, versus getting stymied by talks of a looming sale.
If‘s cast list reads like a who’s who of top Hollywood stars, led by Ryan Reynolds.
The live-action/animated film tells the tale of young girl, played by Cailey Fleming, who is suddenly able to see people’s imaginary friends who have been left behind by...
The Paramount movie is tracking to open to $40 million-plus, or a range of $38 million to $42 million, an impressive figure for an original family film. And based on raw data, some box office pundits believe it has a shot at $45 million to $50 million.
Unaided awareness is well above average, as well as interest and first choice. For Paramount, the tracking numbers show that the studio is able to keep to the job at hand, versus getting stymied by talks of a looming sale.
If‘s cast list reads like a who’s who of top Hollywood stars, led by Ryan Reynolds.
The live-action/animated film tells the tale of young girl, played by Cailey Fleming, who is suddenly able to see people’s imaginary friends who have been left behind by...
- 4/25/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“The light. Always, the light.” Tom Ripley is staring at a Caravaggio painting in a Roman church, his typical blank expression a touch more bewildered than usual, when a priest comes up behind him and tells him to pay attention to the light, how the artist uses the contrast of brightness and deep shadow to direct the eye. The moment is brief; Tom isn’t one for introspection, and like a shark, he never stays in place for long. But the line doubles as a clue to the audience as well, some of whom have been as bemused as Tom by “Ripley’s” quietly dazzling style.
In Steven Zaillian’s adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s “The Talented Mr. Ripley” for Netflix, shot entirely in precise, pitiless black-and-white, light is Zaillian’s most crucial storytelling tool in “Ripley.” The script is carefully paced, often wordless, but every shot shines a light on a new,...
In Steven Zaillian’s adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s “The Talented Mr. Ripley” for Netflix, shot entirely in precise, pitiless black-and-white, light is Zaillian’s most crucial storytelling tool in “Ripley.” The script is carefully paced, often wordless, but every shot shines a light on a new,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Josh Richmond
- Gold Derby
Hollywood often pushes actors into unusual situations, and Amy Smart also had a similar experience while working on the 2003 film The Battle of Shaker Heights. Starring Smart, alongside Shia Labeouf and Elden Henson, the film follows two teenage friends who devise historical battle tactics to confront school bullies, however, complications arise when one of them develops feelings for his friend’s older sister.
The Battle of Shaker Heights | Miramax
Smart portrayed the older sister Tabby, and the 15-year-old Labeouf played Kelly, who becomes infatuated with Tabby and shares a kiss with her in one of the scenes. Recollecting the experience, the Just Friends star admitted feeling uncomfortable kissing a teenager for the film.
Amy Smart Recalled the Weird Experience While Filming The Battle of Shaker Heights
After gaining recognition in Disney’s Even Stevens, Shia Labeouf landed a role opposite Amy Smart in The Battle of Shaker Heights, which emerged...
The Battle of Shaker Heights | Miramax
Smart portrayed the older sister Tabby, and the 15-year-old Labeouf played Kelly, who becomes infatuated with Tabby and shares a kiss with her in one of the scenes. Recollecting the experience, the Just Friends star admitted feeling uncomfortable kissing a teenager for the film.
Amy Smart Recalled the Weird Experience While Filming The Battle of Shaker Heights
After gaining recognition in Disney’s Even Stevens, Shia Labeouf landed a role opposite Amy Smart in The Battle of Shaker Heights, which emerged...
- 4/25/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Netflix’s surprise hit psychological dark comedy series Baby Reindeer is surprising people with its cute name and intensely dark story. Created by Richard Gadd, the Netflix series is based on Gadd’s autobiographical one-man show of the same name and it tells Gadd’s experience of being sexually assaulted in his 20s. Baby Reindeer stars Gadd in the lead role with Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, Tom Goodman-Hill, Shalom Brune-Franklin, Danny Kirrane, Hugh Coles, and Nina Sosanya starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the psychologically thrilling look on obsession and the rawness of the dark comedy in Baby Reindeer you should check out these similar shows next.
You (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
You is a psychological crime thriller series created by Greg Berlanti and Sera Gamble. Based on a novel series of the same name by Caroline Kepnes, the Netflix series follows the story of Joe Goldberg, a young...
You (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
You is a psychological crime thriller series created by Greg Berlanti and Sera Gamble. Based on a novel series of the same name by Caroline Kepnes, the Netflix series follows the story of Joe Goldberg, a young...
- 4/25/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
It’s been a long time coming.
In a new promo for his directorial project If, John Krasinski and Steve Carell met up for the first time in years. “Reunited and it feeeeels so gooooood!” the Quiet Place filmmaker wrote in a social media post.
“[Carell] happens to be a dear friend,” Krasinski says in the video. “We actually worked together on this little thing a long time ago.”
The footage captures Krasinski and Carell embracing in a recording studio. “So good to see you,” Krasinski says. “Oh my Lord,” Carell responds. “I was just telling you guys — has it been years?” Krasinski asks. “I’m glad we’re getting it,” Carell jokes, pointing to the camera. “This is so intimate.”
“I just love that this is the fifth take and you did great on this,” Krasinski said, causing Carell to head back to the door for a retake of their greeting.
In a new promo for his directorial project If, John Krasinski and Steve Carell met up for the first time in years. “Reunited and it feeeeels so gooooood!” the Quiet Place filmmaker wrote in a social media post.
“[Carell] happens to be a dear friend,” Krasinski says in the video. “We actually worked together on this little thing a long time ago.”
The footage captures Krasinski and Carell embracing in a recording studio. “So good to see you,” Krasinski says. “Oh my Lord,” Carell responds. “I was just telling you guys — has it been years?” Krasinski asks. “I’m glad we’re getting it,” Carell jokes, pointing to the camera. “This is so intimate.”
“I just love that this is the fifth take and you did great on this,” Krasinski said, causing Carell to head back to the door for a retake of their greeting.
- 4/25/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
It is quite a common occurrence that if a comedian is extremely funny, they have probably dabbled in writing, creating, and directing at some point. While a lot of them see great success through this, there are the rare few who fail miserably and never look that way again. Unfortunately for Ben Stiller, his case was the latter.
Ben Stiller in Night at the Museum
Although he is primarily known for his comedy, the actor was also the man behind the camera in the 2001 film Zoolander, acting as director. The film was a hit and became a cult classic in the best of ways. This is why, when the decision to make a second film was announced, fans were excited. However, when Zoolander 2 hit theaters, the reaction was concerningly negative.
Suggested“It would get canceled but it would be worth it”: Jack Black Wants to Reunite With Ben Stiller and Robert Downey Jr.,...
Ben Stiller in Night at the Museum
Although he is primarily known for his comedy, the actor was also the man behind the camera in the 2001 film Zoolander, acting as director. The film was a hit and became a cult classic in the best of ways. This is why, when the decision to make a second film was announced, fans were excited. However, when Zoolander 2 hit theaters, the reaction was concerningly negative.
Suggested“It would get canceled but it would be worth it”: Jack Black Wants to Reunite With Ben Stiller and Robert Downey Jr.,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Remaking a 2002 Hong Kong hit and setting the story in Irish-Catholic Boston, Martin Scorsese seemed to be out of his element with The Departed—if not, that is, for the fact that the film marked a return to the director’s bread-and-butter mean streets, and that his source material, Wai Keung Lau and Siu Fai Mak’s Infernal Affairs, was itself heavily influenced by his iconic gangster films. Something of a genre homecoming after recent detours into the arenas of the historical epic (Gangs of New York) and the period biopic (The Aviator), The Departed again found him trawling a gritty, brutal urban underbelly where racial epithets spit from roughnecks’ mouths, class divisions are as sharp as a switchblade, and allegiances to others and one’s self are always tenuous at best.
The Rolling Stones’s “Gimme Shelter” plays over a blistering opening sequence edited by Thelma Schoonmaker with gunshot-punctuated...
The Rolling Stones’s “Gimme Shelter” plays over a blistering opening sequence edited by Thelma Schoonmaker with gunshot-punctuated...
- 4/24/2024
- by Nick Schager
- Slant Magazine
Universal Pictures’ The Mummy franchise was a fan favorite when it starred Brendan Fraser as the leading man Rick O’Connell. The first two films in the trilogy were directed by Stephen Sommers, also starred Rachel Weisz and John Hannah, and were box office successes. However, the reboot starring Tom Cruise was a gigantic failure critically and commercially.
While Cruise’s film ended what Universal planned as a series of monster films with a shared universe, a recent fan-made trailer seemed to have followed it up with a new cast. The new trailer is titled The Mummy: Resurrection and sees Keanu Reeves take over the franchise to battle a new evil spirit buried in an Egyptian tomb.
Keanu Reeves Takes Over The Mummy Franchise In A New Fan-Made Trailer Tom Cruise in The Mummy (2017)
The popular early 2000s adventure franchise The Mummy was a fan favorite. Actors such as Brendan Fraser...
While Cruise’s film ended what Universal planned as a series of monster films with a shared universe, a recent fan-made trailer seemed to have followed it up with a new cast. The new trailer is titled The Mummy: Resurrection and sees Keanu Reeves take over the franchise to battle a new evil spirit buried in an Egyptian tomb.
Keanu Reeves Takes Over The Mummy Franchise In A New Fan-Made Trailer Tom Cruise in The Mummy (2017)
The popular early 2000s adventure franchise The Mummy was a fan favorite. Actors such as Brendan Fraser...
- 4/23/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Are you ready for your imagination to run wild? It will, along with you literally laughing out loud, as you watch the trailer for Paramount Pictures’ new movie, If, by John Krasinski.
If, written and directed by John Krasinski, follows a young girl who uncovers her ability to perceive everyone’s imaginary friends. She begins a whimsical journey to reunite these forgotten companions with their respective children.
The film features a cast including Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Fiona Shaw, and voice talents such as Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., Steve Carell, Will Hader, George Clooney, Matt Damon, Awkwafina among many others – portraying a diverse array of characters that showcase the boundless creativity of a child’s mind.
Check it out!
All set to be releasedo the big screen starting the 17th of May.
If, written and directed by John Krasinski, follows a young girl who uncovers her ability to perceive everyone’s imaginary friends. She begins a whimsical journey to reunite these forgotten companions with their respective children.
The film features a cast including Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Fiona Shaw, and voice talents such as Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., Steve Carell, Will Hader, George Clooney, Matt Damon, Awkwafina among many others – portraying a diverse array of characters that showcase the boundless creativity of a child’s mind.
Check it out!
All set to be releasedo the big screen starting the 17th of May.
- 4/23/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Conjoined twins Lori and George Schappell, subjects of several notable documentaries who pursued separate careers, interests and relationships during lives that defied medical expectations, died this month in Pennsylvania, according to funeral home officials. They were 62.
The twins, listed by Guinness World Records as the oldest living conjoined twins, died April 7 at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, according to obituaries posted by Leibensperger Funeral Homes of Hamburg. The cause of death was not detailed.
“When we were born, the doctors didn’t think we’d make 30, but we proved them wrong,” Lori said in an interview when they turned 50, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported. George came out as transgender in 2007.
The twins, born Sept. 18, 1961, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, had distinct brains but were joined at the skull. George, who had spina bifida and was 4 inches shorter, was wheeled around by Lori on an adaptive wheeled stool. Despite each having...
The twins, listed by Guinness World Records as the oldest living conjoined twins, died April 7 at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, according to obituaries posted by Leibensperger Funeral Homes of Hamburg. The cause of death was not detailed.
“When we were born, the doctors didn’t think we’d make 30, but we proved them wrong,” Lori said in an interview when they turned 50, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported. George came out as transgender in 2007.
The twins, born Sept. 18, 1961, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, had distinct brains but were joined at the skull. George, who had spina bifida and was 4 inches shorter, was wheeled around by Lori on an adaptive wheeled stool. Despite each having...
- 4/23/2024
- by The Associated Press and THR Staff
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Devil is in the Details.
After kicking off April with discussions of Matt Damon’s demon twink in The Talented Mr. Ripley (listen) and the perfect balance of horror and comedy in John Landis’ An American Werewolf in London (listen), we’re heading over to Netflix to look at Ciarán Foy‘s horror version of The Boy in the Plastic Bubble in the 2019 film Eli.
In the film, a young boy with a rare autoimmune disease named Eli (Charlie Shotwell) is brought by his parents (Kelly Reilly and Max Martini) to a private medical facility owned by Dr. Isabella Horn (Lili Taylor). After beginning an experimental medical procedure to cure him, Eli begins experiencing strange, seemingly threatening hallucinations of Dr. Horn’s past patients, and must figure out what’s really going on beore it’s too late.
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get a new episode every Wednesday.
After kicking off April with discussions of Matt Damon’s demon twink in The Talented Mr. Ripley (listen) and the perfect balance of horror and comedy in John Landis’ An American Werewolf in London (listen), we’re heading over to Netflix to look at Ciarán Foy‘s horror version of The Boy in the Plastic Bubble in the 2019 film Eli.
In the film, a young boy with a rare autoimmune disease named Eli (Charlie Shotwell) is brought by his parents (Kelly Reilly and Max Martini) to a private medical facility owned by Dr. Isabella Horn (Lili Taylor). After beginning an experimental medical procedure to cure him, Eli begins experiencing strange, seemingly threatening hallucinations of Dr. Horn’s past patients, and must figure out what’s really going on beore it’s too late.
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get a new episode every Wednesday.
- 4/22/2024
- by Trace Thurman
- bloody-disgusting.com
Everything we know about Ben Affleck’s The Accountant 2 so far. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
In the 2016 film “The Accountant,” Ben Affleck portrays a forensic accountant with autism who leads a double life, working for both the U.S. Treasury Department and criminal organizations. Following its success, a sequel titled “The Accountant 2” is in the works. The original film was a box office hit, grossing over $155 million worldwide, surpassing its $44 million budget. Recently, “The Accountant” saw a resurgence in popularity on Netflix, ranking fourth on the list of the most-watched movies globally from March 25th to March 31st, 2024.
Plot of The Accountant 2
When Treasury Agent Marybeth Medina’s (Cynthia Addai-Robinson) former superior is brutally murdered by unknown assailants, she turns to the enigmatic Christian Wolff ( Ben Affleck) for his unique expertise. Christian, joined by his estranged brother Brax (played by Jon Bernthal), a skilled operative, applies his unorthodox...
In the 2016 film “The Accountant,” Ben Affleck portrays a forensic accountant with autism who leads a double life, working for both the U.S. Treasury Department and criminal organizations. Following its success, a sequel titled “The Accountant 2” is in the works. The original film was a box office hit, grossing over $155 million worldwide, surpassing its $44 million budget. Recently, “The Accountant” saw a resurgence in popularity on Netflix, ranking fourth on the list of the most-watched movies globally from March 25th to March 31st, 2024.
Plot of The Accountant 2
When Treasury Agent Marybeth Medina’s (Cynthia Addai-Robinson) former superior is brutally murdered by unknown assailants, she turns to the enigmatic Christian Wolff ( Ben Affleck) for his unique expertise. Christian, joined by his estranged brother Brax (played by Jon Bernthal), a skilled operative, applies his unorthodox...
- 4/22/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Having directed the brilliant Arrival (2015), Blade Runner 2049 (2017) and the two Dune movies (2021 and 2024), Denis Villeneuve has already inscribed his name in cinematic history as the acclaimed sci-fi filmmaker.
Here are 7 movies, recommended by the director and available for watching on Prime Video, that guarantee a superior sci-fi experience.
1. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
It comes as no surprise that this iconic Old Hollywood masterpiece is in Villeneuve’s list. According to his own admission, Kubrick’s epic space opera was his first "cinematic shock" that became his most favorite movie, inspiring him for his own science fiction works.
2. Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)
Steven Spielberg’s classic drama movie affected not only the 1980’s genre’s features, but also the Dune director’s cinema taste, entering him the world of the French New Wave by assembling Francois Truffaut in its cast, and, obviously, his love for sci-fi films.
3. Blade Runner...
Here are 7 movies, recommended by the director and available for watching on Prime Video, that guarantee a superior sci-fi experience.
1. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
It comes as no surprise that this iconic Old Hollywood masterpiece is in Villeneuve’s list. According to his own admission, Kubrick’s epic space opera was his first "cinematic shock" that became his most favorite movie, inspiring him for his own science fiction works.
2. Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)
Steven Spielberg’s classic drama movie affected not only the 1980’s genre’s features, but also the Dune director’s cinema taste, entering him the world of the French New Wave by assembling Francois Truffaut in its cast, and, obviously, his love for sci-fi films.
3. Blade Runner...
- 4/21/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese have collaborated on a number of projects together as actor and director. Beginning their partnership with Gangs of New York, the duo went on to work on films such as The Aviator, The Departed, Shutter Island, The Wolf of Wall Street, and the recent Killers of the Flower Moon. The duo are also rumored to collaborate again on a Frank Sinatra biopic.
While the two have worked together on many projects, they have also developed projects that have never seen the light of day. One of those was apparently a biographical drama on Alexander, The Great. The two never got to make it, but the duo may have no regrets about it as Colin Farrell’s version of the film ended up almost costing the actor his career.
Leonardo DiCaprio And Martin Scorsese Almost Developed A Movie On Alexander Leonardo DiCaprio in The Aviator
Leonardo...
While the two have worked together on many projects, they have also developed projects that have never seen the light of day. One of those was apparently a biographical drama on Alexander, The Great. The two never got to make it, but the duo may have no regrets about it as Colin Farrell’s version of the film ended up almost costing the actor his career.
Leonardo DiCaprio And Martin Scorsese Almost Developed A Movie On Alexander Leonardo DiCaprio in The Aviator
Leonardo...
- 4/21/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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