Denzel Washington is one of the most prolific actors who changed the way African American characters were portrayed in mainstream cinema. The actor has starred in landmark films such as Training Day, Glory, Philadelphia, Malcolm X, and Cry Freedom. He has also been nominated for the Oscars multiple times and has won the award twice.
Washington was reportedly always interested in playing Black Panther in a film adaptation. While the actor became too old to play the iconic superhero by the time the character made his cinematic debut with Chadwick Boseman’s portrayal, Washington reportedly had his eyes on another superhero. Denzel Washington once mentioned how he wanted to play Green Lantern.
Denzel Washington Wanted to Play Black Panther and Green Lantern Denzel Washington in Training Day
A Black Panther film was in the making since the ‘90s, with Blade star Wesley Snipes interested in developing a film based on the iconic superhero.
Washington was reportedly always interested in playing Black Panther in a film adaptation. While the actor became too old to play the iconic superhero by the time the character made his cinematic debut with Chadwick Boseman’s portrayal, Washington reportedly had his eyes on another superhero. Denzel Washington once mentioned how he wanted to play Green Lantern.
Denzel Washington Wanted to Play Black Panther and Green Lantern Denzel Washington in Training Day
A Black Panther film was in the making since the ‘90s, with Blade star Wesley Snipes interested in developing a film based on the iconic superhero.
- 3/3/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Ah, the 1990s. Perhaps the peak of the moviegoing experience. Theaters consistently showed classics such as the special effects marvel "Jurassic Park," "The Shawshank Redemption," "Terminator 2: Judgment Day," "Pulp Fiction," "Fargo," and "Titanic." The decade also featured an abundance of outstanding horror films like "The Sixth Sense," "Scream," "Misery," and "Interview with the Vampire," all boasting big-name stars and top-tier directors.
However, playing at the opposite end of the cineplex were thrillers you may have never heard about or skipped simply due to bad reviews or scathing word of mouth. Some of Hollywood's top talent attached themselves to such projects, thwarted by ornery critics or moviegoers seeking higher-end entertainment. That's a shame.
While there are undoubtedly plenty of terrible horror films from the 90s, the decade was also ripe with lower-tier entries that have aged surprisingly well. Many don't reset the bar established by esteemed pictures like "The Silence of the Lambs,...
However, playing at the opposite end of the cineplex were thrillers you may have never heard about or skipped simply due to bad reviews or scathing word of mouth. Some of Hollywood's top talent attached themselves to such projects, thwarted by ornery critics or moviegoers seeking higher-end entertainment. That's a shame.
While there are undoubtedly plenty of terrible horror films from the 90s, the decade was also ripe with lower-tier entries that have aged surprisingly well. Many don't reset the bar established by esteemed pictures like "The Silence of the Lambs,...
- 3/2/2024
- by Jeff Ames
- Slash Film
Phase Five of the MCU is set to continue in July with the anticipated release of Deadpool 3, officially titled Deadpool & Wolverine. This Phase will end with Thunderbolts, bringing back some familiar faces like Yelena Belova and Bucky Barnes.
But wait until you hear about Phase Six, which is going to be even crazier than Phase Five. Phase Six is like the next big thing for Marvel Studios, running from mid-2025 to mid-2027.
It kicks off with The Fantastic Four, hitting theaters in July 2025. It will then feature highly sought after movies like Blade (2025), followed by Avengers 5 (2026), and the grand finale, Avengers: Secret Wars (2027).
Avengers: Secret Wars | Marvel Studios
Beyond that, earlier fans were about to deal with the acrimony of Kang the Conqueror— the franchise’s new big bad. He was slated to close out the Multiverse Saga with two back-to-back Avengers movies mentioned above.
There’s...
But wait until you hear about Phase Six, which is going to be even crazier than Phase Five. Phase Six is like the next big thing for Marvel Studios, running from mid-2025 to mid-2027.
It kicks off with The Fantastic Four, hitting theaters in July 2025. It will then feature highly sought after movies like Blade (2025), followed by Avengers 5 (2026), and the grand finale, Avengers: Secret Wars (2027).
Avengers: Secret Wars | Marvel Studios
Beyond that, earlier fans were about to deal with the acrimony of Kang the Conqueror— the franchise’s new big bad. He was slated to close out the Multiverse Saga with two back-to-back Avengers movies mentioned above.
There’s...
- 2/25/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Marvel Comics new title “Blood Hunt” #1 (of 5), available May 1, 2024, pitting superheroes against vampires, is written by Jed MacKay and illustrated by Pepe Larraz, with variant covers Tba:
“…as eternal night descends, an overwhelming army of bloodsucking terrors will emerge from the shadows, united by a single vision for the first time in millennia. Can even the heroes of this doomed world stem the tide of blood that is to come?
“Join ‘The Avengers’, ‘Blade’, ‘Bloodline’, ‘Spider-Man’, ‘Hunter's Moon’, ‘Tigra’, ‘Doctor Strange’, ‘Clea’ and a whole lot more…”
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“…as eternal night descends, an overwhelming army of bloodsucking terrors will emerge from the shadows, united by a single vision for the first time in millennia. Can even the heroes of this doomed world stem the tide of blood that is to come?
“Join ‘The Avengers’, ‘Blade’, ‘Bloodline’, ‘Spider-Man’, ‘Hunter's Moon’, ‘Tigra’, ‘Doctor Strange’, ‘Clea’ and a whole lot more…”
Click the images to enlarge…...
- 2/24/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
There’s a shakeup going on behind the scenes at Apple TV+’s lavish sci-fi drama Foundation.
Co-creator David S. Goyer is stepping back from his showrunner duties ahead of production resuming on the show’s upcoming third season. Goyer (Blade, The Dark Knight) will still be creatively involved with the show, contributing scripts from Los Angeles, while executive producer Bill Bost will be moving to Prague (where the show is filmed) to oversee the duration of season three photography. While sources say this means Goyer is effectively no longer serving as showrunner, a representative for the production says he will retain that title (contrary to an earlier version of this story).
The show previously went on a production hiatus due to the Hollywood strikes and is expected to resume shooting March 6. About half the show’s third season was shot before the break.
In addition, line producer Laurie Borg is stepping down,...
Co-creator David S. Goyer is stepping back from his showrunner duties ahead of production resuming on the show’s upcoming third season. Goyer (Blade, The Dark Knight) will still be creatively involved with the show, contributing scripts from Los Angeles, while executive producer Bill Bost will be moving to Prague (where the show is filmed) to oversee the duration of season three photography. While sources say this means Goyer is effectively no longer serving as showrunner, a representative for the production says he will retain that title (contrary to an earlier version of this story).
The show previously went on a production hiatus due to the Hollywood strikes and is expected to resume shooting March 6. About half the show’s third season was shot before the break.
In addition, line producer Laurie Borg is stepping down,...
- 2/24/2024
- by James Hibberd and Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Shadow of the Erdtree promises to answer many questions Elden Ring players have had since completing the game. We’re going to get more of a backstory on Miquella, Queen Renala, and even an entirely new character, Messmer.
While the Dlc seems to be focused on Miquella, his sibling may also be getting a bit of the spotlight. Malenia, Blade of Miquella, the bane of thousands, and LetMeSoloHer’s practice dummy could be a special character of interest that people appear to be glossing over with the drop of the new trailer.
Malenia’s Backstory Is Hinted at Through the Shadow of the Erdtree Trailer, Miyazaki’s Interview, and Lore
Most players who beat this goddess were probably too frustrated to care about her backstory.
The Shadow of the Erdtree trailer gave us a fair bit of information while holding just enough back to keep us guessing. Soon after, FromSoftware...
While the Dlc seems to be focused on Miquella, his sibling may also be getting a bit of the spotlight. Malenia, Blade of Miquella, the bane of thousands, and LetMeSoloHer’s practice dummy could be a special character of interest that people appear to be glossing over with the drop of the new trailer.
Malenia’s Backstory Is Hinted at Through the Shadow of the Erdtree Trailer, Miyazaki’s Interview, and Lore
Most players who beat this goddess were probably too frustrated to care about her backstory.
The Shadow of the Erdtree trailer gave us a fair bit of information while holding just enough back to keep us guessing. Soon after, FromSoftware...
- 2/23/2024
- by Sagar Nerala
- FandomWire
Rumors of a ‘Blade’ franchise reboot and its integration into the MCU surfaced as early as 2016, following the studio’s reclamation of the character rights in 2011. Kevin Feige was among the first to acknowledge the potential for a project centered around the vampire slayer, whether in the form of a live-action TV series or a film.
Mahershala Ali’s interest in portraying Blade became evident when he approached the studio with a ready script. Despite the project being greenlit, it entered a prolonged development phase, spanning nine years. Details regarding the plot and production remained scarce, with recent speculation suggesting a rewrite, spearheaded by writer Michael Green.
Originally slated for a 2023 release, the movie faced numerous delays, pushing its debut to November 2025. Reports indicate that Ali nearly withdrew from the project due to the extensive effort required to properly bring the iconic character into the MCU fold.
Related: 13 Best Blade...
Mahershala Ali’s interest in portraying Blade became evident when he approached the studio with a ready script. Despite the project being greenlit, it entered a prolonged development phase, spanning nine years. Details regarding the plot and production remained scarce, with recent speculation suggesting a rewrite, spearheaded by writer Michael Green.
Originally slated for a 2023 release, the movie faced numerous delays, pushing its debut to November 2025. Reports indicate that Ali nearly withdrew from the project due to the extensive effort required to properly bring the iconic character into the MCU fold.
Related: 13 Best Blade...
- 2/23/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
The rumors that ‘Blade’ franchise will be rebooted and the titular vampire slayer will be introduced to the MCU started back in 2016. Despite the studio regaining rights to the character in 2011, Feige was the first one to point out that there is some interest in developing a project around him, be it a live-action TV series or a movie.
Then we learned that Mahershala Ali approached the studio, he wanted to play Blade and he had the script ready. The project was greenlit but this is when the development hell began and for the last 9 years little is known about the plot of the movie and its details, however recent rumors point in the direction of it being rewritten once again, with Michael Green hired as a writer.
The movie was supposed to come out back in 2023 until it was delayed for nearly two more years, now being scheduled to...
Then we learned that Mahershala Ali approached the studio, he wanted to play Blade and he had the script ready. The project was greenlit but this is when the development hell began and for the last 9 years little is known about the plot of the movie and its details, however recent rumors point in the direction of it being rewritten once again, with Michael Green hired as a writer.
The movie was supposed to come out back in 2023 until it was delayed for nearly two more years, now being scheduled to...
- 2/23/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
After years of fan anticipation, Deadpool is finally set to make his official MCU debut in “Deadpool 3,” alongside his grumpy counterpart, Wolverine. Marvel’s nigh Invincible duo is not the only highlight of the upcoming movie. Time Variance Authority will also have to play a huge role in the upcoming film.
A still from Deadpool 3 trailer
As seen in Loki, the Tva polices the Sacred Timeline, ensuring the flow of time remains undisturbed. With Deadpool’s taste for temporal shenanigans and the Tva’s dedication to order, their paths are bound to collide in a chaotic fashion!
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Deadpool 3 Has The Perfect Opportunity To Extend the Multiverse Beyond Marvel
A still from Deadpool: Badder Blood #3
There’s a thrilling possibility that this film could delve into one of Deadpool’s most outlandish and hilarious comic arcs: a storyline involving Star Wars,...
A still from Deadpool 3 trailer
As seen in Loki, the Tva polices the Sacred Timeline, ensuring the flow of time remains undisturbed. With Deadpool’s taste for temporal shenanigans and the Tva’s dedication to order, their paths are bound to collide in a chaotic fashion!
SUGGESTEDIs Taylor Swift Really in Deadpool 3 With Ryan Reynolds?
Deadpool 3 Has The Perfect Opportunity To Extend the Multiverse Beyond Marvel
A still from Deadpool: Badder Blood #3
There’s a thrilling possibility that this film could delve into one of Deadpool’s most outlandish and hilarious comic arcs: a storyline involving Star Wars,...
- 2/22/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Marvel has several upcoming projects slated for release in the coming years. Many of these projects have been stuck in limbo due to the historic SAG-AFTRA strike, causing delays and cancellations throughout the industry. One highly anticipated project facing pre-strike issues is ‘Blade,’ an McU-based film featuring Eric Brooks, a renowned vampire hunter. This reboot of the popular ‘Blade’ trilogy, which played a significant role in shaping the MCU, has experienced setbacks.
While details about the ‘Blade’ movie are scarce, it’s known that Mahershala Ali initiated the project and will portray the titular character. Initially scheduled for a 2023 release, the movie’s debut has been pushed to 2025 due to Ali’s dissatisfaction with the script.
Director Yann Demange recently confirmed that the film will receive an R-rating, making it the second MCU movie to do so after ‘Deadpool 3.’ This rating is deemed necessary for the movie’s authenticity.
While details about the ‘Blade’ movie are scarce, it’s known that Mahershala Ali initiated the project and will portray the titular character. Initially scheduled for a 2023 release, the movie’s debut has been pushed to 2025 due to Ali’s dissatisfaction with the script.
Director Yann Demange recently confirmed that the film will receive an R-rating, making it the second MCU movie to do so after ‘Deadpool 3.’ This rating is deemed necessary for the movie’s authenticity.
- 2/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Marvel has plenty of projects bound to be released in the next few years, and we know that most of these projects have been stuck in a sort of limbo due to the historic SAG-AFTRA strike that paralyzed the whole industry as a whole, causing plenty of projects to be both delayed or altogether canceled.
One extremely anticipated Marvel Studios project that had problems way before the strikes began is ‘Blade.’ It is an McU-based movie following Eric Brooks, the most notable vampire hunter in comics, and a reboot of the already highly popular ‘Blade’ trilogy that contributed to paving the way for the MCU that we know today.
Next to nothing is known about the ‘Blade’ movie besides the fact that Mahershala Ali proposed the project and will be playing the titular vampire hunter. The movie was originally supposed to come out in 2023, but the release date was pushed...
One extremely anticipated Marvel Studios project that had problems way before the strikes began is ‘Blade.’ It is an McU-based movie following Eric Brooks, the most notable vampire hunter in comics, and a reboot of the already highly popular ‘Blade’ trilogy that contributed to paving the way for the MCU that we know today.
Next to nothing is known about the ‘Blade’ movie besides the fact that Mahershala Ali proposed the project and will be playing the titular vampire hunter. The movie was originally supposed to come out in 2023, but the release date was pushed...
- 2/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Fans have been excited beyond measure for Mahershala Ali’s portrayal of Blade in the new reboot for the MCU. While the character has already been adapted once with Wesley Snipes in the lead, this would be the first time that the character would be shown in the MCU and would appear along with other Marvel characters.
While Ali’s inclusion was announced way back in 2019, the film has been delayed numerous times. The actor only had a brief voice cameo in the post-credits scene of Eternals but has not made any other appearances since. It was rumored that the actor was not satisfied with the script and was threatening to exit the role after four years of no updates.
Has Mahershala Ali Left Blade? Mahershala Ali in Moonlight
Mahershala Ali was announced as the Blade of the MCU in 2019 at the San Diego International Comic Con. According to Deadline,...
While Ali’s inclusion was announced way back in 2019, the film has been delayed numerous times. The actor only had a brief voice cameo in the post-credits scene of Eternals but has not made any other appearances since. It was rumored that the actor was not satisfied with the script and was threatening to exit the role after four years of no updates.
Has Mahershala Ali Left Blade? Mahershala Ali in Moonlight
Mahershala Ali was announced as the Blade of the MCU in 2019 at the San Diego International Comic Con. According to Deadline,...
- 2/22/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Following the fallout of Jonathan Majors’ conviction, Avengers: The Kang Dynasty is getting a new title.
In December last year, Jonathan Majors was convicted on harrassement and assault charges. The state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is in the scheme of things the least important thing to be considering, but a few months hence and Marvel appear to be making some headway with its future plans.
Marvel fired Majors just hours after the conviction and is currently in the process of rewriting all films in which Majors was set to appear as the MCU’s next major villain Kang. It appears the plan for Kang now is that all future scripts “will now either minimise the character or excise him entirely”.
In other Marvel news, its “creative retooling”, as it’s calling it, is in full swing. It aims to give showrunners more creative control over future television shows, after...
In December last year, Jonathan Majors was convicted on harrassement and assault charges. The state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is in the scheme of things the least important thing to be considering, but a few months hence and Marvel appear to be making some headway with its future plans.
Marvel fired Majors just hours after the conviction and is currently in the process of rewriting all films in which Majors was set to appear as the MCU’s next major villain Kang. It appears the plan for Kang now is that all future scripts “will now either minimise the character or excise him entirely”.
In other Marvel news, its “creative retooling”, as it’s calling it, is in full swing. It aims to give showrunners more creative control over future television shows, after...
- 2/22/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
Nic Pizzolatto got his career as a storyteller started by writing short stories and a novel called Galveston, then made his move into television by writing a couple episodes of the first season of the AMC series The Killing. He wasn’t pleased with that experience, telling Nola.com that, “I want to be the guiding vision. I don’t do well serving someone else’s vision.” So he left The Killing as it headed into season 2 and went off to create his own show: True Detective, which found a home at HBO. Pizzolatto’s deal with HBO was renewed twice over the years as he crafted three seasons of True Detective, with his final deal with the network earning him $3 million a year. He was going to work on the network’s Perry Mason reboot, but had to let it go so he could focus on True Detective. Once True Detective season 3 wrapped up,...
- 2/21/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
“Can’t blame me.” Those are the words of Nic Pizzolatto, the creator of True Detective, in response to a post on social media criticizing season four of the HBO anthology, the first cycle in which he has had no direct involvement. That tweet, as well as reposts of messages by the viewers critical of the new season, raises the question of what the show’s original creator has been up to since he left the series.
To refresh: The 2014 season one of True Detective, starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson as Louisiana detectives tracking a serial killer, was a breakout hit for HBO, earning a Rotten Tomatoes score of 91 among critics and an 88 audience score. The freshman run went on to collect a franchise-high 12 Emmy nominations, helping Pizzolatto skyrocket to fame.
Season two, which starred Colin Farrell, Vince Vaughn and Rachel McAdams as detectives probing a corrupt politician, was far less glowingly received,...
To refresh: The 2014 season one of True Detective, starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson as Louisiana detectives tracking a serial killer, was a breakout hit for HBO, earning a Rotten Tomatoes score of 91 among critics and an 88 audience score. The freshman run went on to collect a franchise-high 12 Emmy nominations, helping Pizzolatto skyrocket to fame.
Season two, which starred Colin Farrell, Vince Vaughn and Rachel McAdams as detectives probing a corrupt politician, was far less glowingly received,...
- 2/21/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Just five years ago, Marvel Studios appeared to be unstoppable. As The Hollywood Reporter puts it in a new write-up, they “had steadily been generating box office gold” with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with the studio’s “Infinity Saga” culminating, after eleven years of build-up, with the release of Avengers: Endgame – a film that became the highest-grossing movie of all time (for a while). But then Disney asked Marvel to “scale up in an unprecedented way”, expanding into TV series and animation, “with the goal of the MCU becoming a place with a seemingly endless procession of year-round releases.” Now Disney and Marvel have had to admit that the task was too unwieldy to sustain. Not only have fans complained about a decline in quality in the last couple years, but Marvel projects have also started underperforming. Things got rough in 2023, with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania turning out to...
- 2/21/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man: No Way Home created an illustrious box-office and critical marvel with mind-bending surprises and cameos. Sony was far from waiting too long for another sequel to the $1.9 billion movie.
Tom Holland in Spider-Man: No Way Home
However, fans may not witness the same bang as Spider-Man: No Way Home created on-screen, Spider-Man 4 is reportedly a mess even before production. Of course, two separate studios collaborating on a project will not always end up in a smooth operation, and the Holland-starrer movie could be the latest victim of it.
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The Spider-Man 4 Mess
Kevin Feige. Image: Gage Skidmore/Cc
As per reports, Spider-Man 4 is in a bit of a mess as Sony and Marvel have been in a behind-the-scene dispute over the...
Tom Holland in Spider-Man: No Way Home
However, fans may not witness the same bang as Spider-Man: No Way Home created on-screen, Spider-Man 4 is reportedly a mess even before production. Of course, two separate studios collaborating on a project will not always end up in a smooth operation, and the Holland-starrer movie could be the latest victim of it.
Suggested“Don’t toy with my emotions”: Fans Want Tom Holland and Timothée Chalamet to Star in Sam Mendes’ Beatles Franchise
The Spider-Man 4 Mess
Kevin Feige. Image: Gage Skidmore/Cc
As per reports, Spider-Man 4 is in a bit of a mess as Sony and Marvel have been in a behind-the-scene dispute over the...
- 2/21/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
When James Gunn took over as the head of DC, many fans questioned his decision to completely revamp the franchise with some rather controversial moves. This included Henry Cavill’s exit as Superman with other prominent stars like Ben Affleck and Gal Gadot also ending their association with the franchise. Along with these significant changes, Gunn also introduced an array of projects including Superman: Legacy.
James Gunn on the sets of The Suicide Squad with Margot Robbie
Parallelly though, the MCU has been having a pretty torrid time of late with a spate of films and series that have failed at the box office. The Actors Strike also added to Marvel’s woes by delaying projects like Blade. After a bunch of production-related issues that postponed its release, Blade was finally expected to release in November 2025. But has Gunn’s Superman project allegedly scared Marvel into postponing both The Fantastic Four...
James Gunn on the sets of The Suicide Squad with Margot Robbie
Parallelly though, the MCU has been having a pretty torrid time of late with a spate of films and series that have failed at the box office. The Actors Strike also added to Marvel’s woes by delaying projects like Blade. After a bunch of production-related issues that postponed its release, Blade was finally expected to release in November 2025. But has Gunn’s Superman project allegedly scared Marvel into postponing both The Fantastic Four...
- 2/20/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Despite the MCU being the biggest and most popular superhero cinema outlet in the world today, Prime Video’s The Boys managed to create an almost cult-like following for itself in a matter of a few episodes. And when it comes to that show, there’s no chance Antony Starr’s role as Homelander in the series will not be brought up ever.
Antony Starr as Homelander in a still from Gen V
With so much steam behind him in recent years, many fans wished for his appearance in the MCU sometime in the future as well. But since that hope may be nothing more than a pipe dream at present, new concept art shows the star becoming Dracula from Marvel Comics to face off against Mahershala Ali in and as Blade, one of the character’s strongest nemesis.
New Concept Art Shows Antony Starr As Dracula In Mahershala Ali...
Antony Starr as Homelander in a still from Gen V
With so much steam behind him in recent years, many fans wished for his appearance in the MCU sometime in the future as well. But since that hope may be nothing more than a pipe dream at present, new concept art shows the star becoming Dracula from Marvel Comics to face off against Mahershala Ali in and as Blade, one of the character’s strongest nemesis.
New Concept Art Shows Antony Starr As Dracula In Mahershala Ali...
- 2/20/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
True Detective season 1 is one of the finest seasons of prestige television and it put creator Nic Pizzolatto on the radar of some of the biggest studios in Hollywood. After taking a step back from the HBO crime-drama IP, Pizzolatto has ventured to tackle new projects, including an attempt at MCU’s reboot of Blade.
True Detective‘s creator Nic Pizzolatto (Source: The Hollywood Reporter/YouTube)
In 2023, Pizzolatto was announced to be working on a television adaptation of the 1960 film The Magnificent Seven. In an interview, Pizzolatto spoke about how the project, which will star Michael Fassbender in the lead role, came into existence. At the same time, Pizzolatto also revealed that the series was nearly scrapped before Amazon scooped in to save it. Here is what Pizzolatto said about the new Magnificent Seven series.
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True Detective...
True Detective‘s creator Nic Pizzolatto (Source: The Hollywood Reporter/YouTube)
In 2023, Pizzolatto was announced to be working on a television adaptation of the 1960 film The Magnificent Seven. In an interview, Pizzolatto spoke about how the project, which will star Michael Fassbender in the lead role, came into existence. At the same time, Pizzolatto also revealed that the series was nearly scrapped before Amazon scooped in to save it. Here is what Pizzolatto said about the new Magnificent Seven series.
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True Detective...
- 2/19/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
What’s happening in the world of Marvel’s “Blade”? More and more delays, apparently. Announced at Comic-Con 2019, Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali was reportedly the one that sparked Marvel’s interest in the project, approaching the studio that they needed a new version of the Wesley Snipes starring classic for the MCU, and they agreed. “Blade” was announced five years ago but is heading to what sounds like its third or fourth delay, depending on who’s counting.
Continue reading ‘Blade’ Could Be Delayed Until 2026 & ‘Midnight Sons’ Rumored To Be In MCU Development at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Blade’ Could Be Delayed Until 2026 & ‘Midnight Sons’ Rumored To Be In MCU Development at The Playlist.
- 2/19/2024
- by The Playlist
- The Playlist
Marvel fans around the world are buzzing with excitement with rumors surrounding Henry Cavill’s potential entry into the superhero franchise MCU. Within these discussions, speculations have arisen that Zack Snyder, the Man of Steel director, might also be in talks to collaborate with the MCU, possibly on a long-awaited project that fans believe he is perfect for.
Henry Cavill is rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe | A still from Man of Steel
These discussions further fuel the belief among fans that Kevin Feige, the head of the studio, could have grander and more thrilling plans in store for Phase 5 of the multiverse saga.
Marvel Fans Speculate Zack Snyder’s Potential MCU Entry
Known for his visually stunning and narratively complex style, Zack Snyder ventured into establishing a cinematic universe for DC with the 2013 film Man of Steel, starring Henry Cavill. While the DC Extended Universe has concluded its chapter,...
Henry Cavill is rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe | A still from Man of Steel
These discussions further fuel the belief among fans that Kevin Feige, the head of the studio, could have grander and more thrilling plans in store for Phase 5 of the multiverse saga.
Marvel Fans Speculate Zack Snyder’s Potential MCU Entry
Known for his visually stunning and narratively complex style, Zack Snyder ventured into establishing a cinematic universe for DC with the 2013 film Man of Steel, starring Henry Cavill. While the DC Extended Universe has concluded its chapter,...
- 2/19/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
The Oscar-frontrunning “Maestro” was the big winner at the 11th annual Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards (held February 18 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel). Bradley Cooper’s Leonard Bernstein opus took period/character makeup and special makeup effects. This puts “Maestro” in the Oscar driver’s seat (led by two-time winner Kazu Hiro) against “Poor Things,” “Oppenheimer,” “Golda,” and “Society of the Snow.”
Two non-Oscar competitors, “Saltburn”and “Barbie,” split the other wins: Emerald Fennell’s psychological thriller grabbed both contemporary makeup and hairstyling, while Greta Gerwig’s billion-dollar blockbuster snagged period/character hairstyling.
TV winners, meanwhile, were divided among “The Idol” (contemporary makeup), “The Crown” (period/character makeup), “The Last of Us” (special makeup effects), “The Morning Show” (contemporary hairstyling), and “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” (period/character hairstyling).
As previously announced, Annette Bening (Best Actress nominee for “Nyad”) received the Distinguished Artisan Award, and Oscar- and Emmy-winning make-up...
Two non-Oscar competitors, “Saltburn”and “Barbie,” split the other wins: Emerald Fennell’s psychological thriller grabbed both contemporary makeup and hairstyling, while Greta Gerwig’s billion-dollar blockbuster snagged period/character hairstyling.
TV winners, meanwhile, were divided among “The Idol” (contemporary makeup), “The Crown” (period/character makeup), “The Last of Us” (special makeup effects), “The Morning Show” (contemporary hairstyling), and “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” (period/character hairstyling).
As previously announced, Annette Bening (Best Actress nominee for “Nyad”) received the Distinguished Artisan Award, and Oscar- and Emmy-winning make-up...
- 2/19/2024
- by Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (IATSE Local 706) announced winners of its 11th annual awards on Saturday, with Amazon MGM Studios’ Saltburn taking home two Muahs Awards for best contemporary make-up and best contemporary hair styling. Netflix’s Maestro also picked up a pair of honors for best period and/or character make-up and best special make-up effects.
Warner Bros.’ Barbie also won in the feature film categories, taking the prize for best period and/or character hair styling.
Winners in the television categories include Netflix’s The Crown, HBO’s The Last of Us, Apple TV+’s The Morning Show and Netflix’s Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. ABC’s Dancing With the Stars won three awards for best contemporary make-up, best contemporary hair styling and best period and/or character hair styling. NBC’s Saturday Night Live won two awards for best period and/or character make-up and best special make-up effects.
Warner Bros.’ Barbie also won in the feature film categories, taking the prize for best period and/or character hair styling.
Winners in the television categories include Netflix’s The Crown, HBO’s The Last of Us, Apple TV+’s The Morning Show and Netflix’s Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. ABC’s Dancing With the Stars won three awards for best contemporary make-up, best contemporary hair styling and best period and/or character hair styling. NBC’s Saturday Night Live won two awards for best period and/or character make-up and best special make-up effects.
- 2/19/2024
- by Tyler Coates
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Developer Shift Up’s Stellar Blade (formerly known as Project Eve) isn’t scheduled to be released until April 26, but the PlayStation 5 exclusive is quickly shaping up to be one of 2024’s most divisive games.
This rather odd story gained momentum a couple of weeks ago when Stellar Blade’s developers released a gameplay overview of the upcoming action title during a State of Play event. Though seemingly a pretty standard trailer released during a fairly uneventful presentation, the reactions to that video made it clear that quite a few people quickly became infatuated with the lead character’s highly sexualized design.
Unless this is your first day on the internet, you’re probably not going to be surprised to hear that gamers are leaving…enthusiastic comments about a highly sexualized female character. For that matter, this is hardly the first time that such a game has featured a stylized...
This rather odd story gained momentum a couple of weeks ago when Stellar Blade’s developers released a gameplay overview of the upcoming action title during a State of Play event. Though seemingly a pretty standard trailer released during a fairly uneventful presentation, the reactions to that video made it clear that quite a few people quickly became infatuated with the lead character’s highly sexualized design.
Unless this is your first day on the internet, you’re probably not going to be surprised to hear that gamers are leaving…enthusiastic comments about a highly sexualized female character. For that matter, this is hardly the first time that such a game has featured a stylized...
- 2/16/2024
- by Matthew Byrd
- Den of Geek
Marvel Studios has numerous projects in development, and ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ is a particularly anticipated soft reboot, bringing back familiar faces from the original show. Despite the excitement surrounding ‘Born Again,’ the show faced challenges, including the impact of the historic SAG-AFTRA strike, leading to creative differences between the studio and the writers.
In late September 2023, Marvel Studios decided to revamp the first season after filming less than half of its episodes, replacing head writers Corman and Ord, along with the initial directors, to realign with the tone of the Netflix series. New showrunner Dario Scardapane, associated with Netflix’s Daredevil spin-off ‘The Punisher,’ was appointed, accompanied by directors Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead from Marvel Studios’ ‘Moon Knight’ and the second season of ‘Loki.’
The exact episode count for the overhauled season remains uncertain, but reports suggest that filming is set to resume in January to complete the remaining episodes.
In late September 2023, Marvel Studios decided to revamp the first season after filming less than half of its episodes, replacing head writers Corman and Ord, along with the initial directors, to realign with the tone of the Netflix series. New showrunner Dario Scardapane, associated with Netflix’s Daredevil spin-off ‘The Punisher,’ was appointed, accompanied by directors Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead from Marvel Studios’ ‘Moon Knight’ and the second season of ‘Loki.’
The exact episode count for the overhauled season remains uncertain, but reports suggest that filming is set to resume in January to complete the remaining episodes.
- 12/28/2023
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Marvel Studios has plenty of projects currently in development or rumored to be in development. One of the most hyped-up projects, however, is ‘Daredevil: Born Again,’ a soft reboot of an existing show with plenty of old and beloved faces returning to the screens.
Despite ‘Born Again’ being highly awaited, the development of the show was not without problems. Like most projects, it was also affected by the historic SAG-AFTRA strike, and, at some point, the creative differences between what the studio wanted and what the writers delivered grew to be too big, and ‘Daredevil’ was once again in development.
In late September 2023, Marvel Studios decided to overhaul the first season of the series after filming fewer than half of its episodes. Head writers Corman and Ord, along with the initial directors, were replaced due to the studio’s dissatisfaction with the direction, particularly citing a significant departure from the...
Despite ‘Born Again’ being highly awaited, the development of the show was not without problems. Like most projects, it was also affected by the historic SAG-AFTRA strike, and, at some point, the creative differences between what the studio wanted and what the writers delivered grew to be too big, and ‘Daredevil’ was once again in development.
In late September 2023, Marvel Studios decided to overhaul the first season of the series after filming fewer than half of its episodes. Head writers Corman and Ord, along with the initial directors, were replaced due to the studio’s dissatisfaction with the direction, particularly citing a significant departure from the...
- 12/28/2023
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
One of my favorite comic book story arcs is the “Rise of the Midnight Sons”, which saw Doctor Strange overseeing the formation of a team of supernatural heroes – Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze, Morbius, the Nightstalkers, and Darkhold characters Vicki Montesi, Louise Hastings, and Sam Buchanan – who were brought together to battle Lilith, the Mother of All Demons, and her evil offspring, the Lilin. There have been different variations of the Midnight Sons over the years, with other team members like Daimon Hellstrom, Jennifer Kale, Werewolf by Night, Man-Thing, The Hood, Doctor Voodoo, Elsa Bloodstone, Moon Knight, Iron Fist, Scarlet Spider, Kushala, Magik, Wolverine, and Nico Minoru coming and going. The latest version of the team was even called the Midnight Suns rather than Sons. Now Cosmic Circus has shared the Rumor that a version of the Midnight Sons might be coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
Cosmic Circus recently posted...
Cosmic Circus recently posted...
- 12/27/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Until recently, the majority of MCU content was either PG-13 or TV-14 rated, ensuring a family-friendly appeal. However, this trend shifted with the announcement that the upcoming ‘Deadpool 3’ sequel would maintain its R rating, acknowledging the challenge of toning down the character’s signature gore and humor for a PG-13 audience.
The next R-rated project in line is ‘Echo,’ scheduled for release in January 2024. As the first under the Marvel Spotlight banner, the show focuses on character development, making prior MCU knowledge unnecessary. The showrunners have indicated that while ‘Echo’ explores family themes, it will also feature intense violence, evident from the trailers.
Following this, ‘Blade’ director Yann Demange confirmed that the upcoming reboot would also carry an R rating. Marvel appears to be venturing into new territory, potentially in response to the underperformance of movies and shows this year. There are reports that Marvel is contemplating giving the...
The next R-rated project in line is ‘Echo,’ scheduled for release in January 2024. As the first under the Marvel Spotlight banner, the show focuses on character development, making prior MCU knowledge unnecessary. The showrunners have indicated that while ‘Echo’ explores family themes, it will also feature intense violence, evident from the trailers.
Following this, ‘Blade’ director Yann Demange confirmed that the upcoming reboot would also carry an R rating. Marvel appears to be venturing into new territory, potentially in response to the underperformance of movies and shows this year. There are reports that Marvel is contemplating giving the...
- 12/22/2023
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
The majority of MCU was, at least until now, either PG-13 or TV-14 rated, meaning that most of the movies and shows produced were family-friendly. This started to change when it was announced that the upcoming ‘Deadpool 3’ sequel would keep its R rating, as it seems impossible to make a PG-13 Deadpool movie without a lot of gore and inappropriate humor.
The next project to be R-rated is ‘Echo,’ releasing in January 2024; the show will be the first to fall under the Marvel Spotlight banner, meaning that it’s going to be character-oriented, and previous knowledge of the MCU is not necessary to watch it. The showrunners also “warned” that Maya’s story won’t be the one of redemption, yes it will have family themes but it’s also going to be very violent, something that can be seen from the trailers as well.
Then, a few weeks after that,...
The next project to be R-rated is ‘Echo,’ releasing in January 2024; the show will be the first to fall under the Marvel Spotlight banner, meaning that it’s going to be character-oriented, and previous knowledge of the MCU is not necessary to watch it. The showrunners also “warned” that Maya’s story won’t be the one of redemption, yes it will have family themes but it’s also going to be very violent, something that can be seen from the trailers as well.
Then, a few weeks after that,...
- 12/22/2023
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Picture: Getty Images
Netflix is re-teaming with Tyler Perry for multiple projects, and one of those is a new comedy-drama movie called Joe’s College Road Trip that’s set to get into production in early 2024.
The Cinemaholic was the first to report on the news, with their report backed up by a publicly available casting call listed on Actors Access posted on December 14th that was looking for a number of roles for the upcoming project.
Tyler Perry is on board, having written the screenplay, and will direct, too. Producing the movie are Perry and long-time collaborators Angi Bones and Will Areu (A Fall From Grace).
Here’s the synopsis for the new upcoming feature film:
“Realizing he may have sheltered his son for too long, Brian begrudgingly agrees to send his son B.J. on a college tour with his grandfather in the hopes that Joe can teach...
Netflix is re-teaming with Tyler Perry for multiple projects, and one of those is a new comedy-drama movie called Joe’s College Road Trip that’s set to get into production in early 2024.
The Cinemaholic was the first to report on the news, with their report backed up by a publicly available casting call listed on Actors Access posted on December 14th that was looking for a number of roles for the upcoming project.
Tyler Perry is on board, having written the screenplay, and will direct, too. Producing the movie are Perry and long-time collaborators Angi Bones and Will Areu (A Fall From Grace).
Here’s the synopsis for the new upcoming feature film:
“Realizing he may have sheltered his son for too long, Brian begrudgingly agrees to send his son B.J. on a college tour with his grandfather in the hopes that Joe can teach...
- 12/20/2023
- by Kasey Moore
- Whats-on-Netflix
Don’t be surprised if top Hollywood studio executives and theater owners aren’t feeling the Christmas spirit this year. They’re bracing for a tumultuous 2024 ride at the domestic box office after a slew of high-profile tentpoles were pushed to 2025 because of the lengthy writers and actors strikes.
In a major blow to the post-pandemic recovery effort, domestic box office revenue in 2024 is now expected to come in behind that of 2023, a reversal of fortunes no one predicted. If projections are right, domestic box office in 2024 could top out at $7.5 billion to $8 billion, compared to an expected $8.8 billion to $8.9 billion this year, say multiple studio executives who spoke with The Hollywood Reporter (a few are more bullish in thinking $8 billion to $8.5 billion is possible).
The culprit: a sparse release calendar, particularly during the first three months of the year. “It’s a disaster,” says one studio exec regarding the first part of the year.
In a major blow to the post-pandemic recovery effort, domestic box office revenue in 2024 is now expected to come in behind that of 2023, a reversal of fortunes no one predicted. If projections are right, domestic box office in 2024 could top out at $7.5 billion to $8 billion, compared to an expected $8.8 billion to $8.9 billion this year, say multiple studio executives who spoke with The Hollywood Reporter (a few are more bullish in thinking $8 billion to $8.5 billion is possible).
The culprit: a sparse release calendar, particularly during the first three months of the year. “It’s a disaster,” says one studio exec regarding the first part of the year.
- 12/15/2023
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Marvel Studios has added screenwriter Matthew Orton to the production of “Captain America: Brave New World,” ahead of the superhero sequel’s plans for additional photography sometime in the spring.
The Walt Disney Company announced a series of delays to its theatrical release slate shortly after the conclusion of the SAG-AFTRA strike. Along with “Deadpool 3,” “Thunderbolts” and “Blade,” “Brave New World” was among the group of Marvel productions impacted, moving from a July 26, 2024 date to Feb. 14, 2025. That’s almost seven more months for the studio to work on the fourth “Captain America” film, which had already completed principal photography prior to the actors strike. Reshoots are a commonplace practice for blockbuster tentpoles, particularly Marvel productions.
Orton’s previous credits include the World War II thriller “Operation Finale” and TV work on “Devil’s Peak” and Marvel’s Disney+ series “Moon Knight.” Dalan Musson and Malcolm Spellman have screenplay credits...
The Walt Disney Company announced a series of delays to its theatrical release slate shortly after the conclusion of the SAG-AFTRA strike. Along with “Deadpool 3,” “Thunderbolts” and “Blade,” “Brave New World” was among the group of Marvel productions impacted, moving from a July 26, 2024 date to Feb. 14, 2025. That’s almost seven more months for the studio to work on the fourth “Captain America” film, which had already completed principal photography prior to the actors strike. Reshoots are a commonplace practice for blockbuster tentpoles, particularly Marvel productions.
Orton’s previous credits include the World War II thriller “Operation Finale” and TV work on “Devil’s Peak” and Marvel’s Disney+ series “Moon Knight.” Dalan Musson and Malcolm Spellman have screenplay credits...
- 12/13/2023
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Arkane Lyon shocked the gaming world during The Game Award show by announcing it will be working on a Marvel’s Blade title. During the reveal, we saw a short clip of Blade at a barbershop, then getting ready to battle as something was happening outside. While we didn’t know that this was a Blade game at first, when the character showed his fangs and his iconic sword, it was pretty much a done deal. Marvel’s Blade game will take players to a […]
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- 12/8/2023
- by Keith Mitchell
- The Outerhaven
Things have gone from bad to worse for Marvel Cinematic Universe, as director Destin Cretton has stepped down from the studio’s next ‘Avengers’ outing, ‘Avengers: Kang Dynasty’. Cretton had been attached since last year, with the news announced on the heels of San Diego Comic-Con, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Jeff Loveness, who wrote the Kang-centric feature ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’, penned a draft of the movie, though it is unclear if another scribe will take a stab now that the writer’s strike has ended.
Though stepping down from ‘Kang Dynasty’, Cretton will continue to work at the MCU and is currently producing the ‘Wonder Man’ TV series as well as developing a sequel to his previous film, ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’. According to the news outlet, the director is also speaking with Marvel about additional projects.
Already reeling from a spree of box office bombs,...
Jeff Loveness, who wrote the Kang-centric feature ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’, penned a draft of the movie, though it is unclear if another scribe will take a stab now that the writer’s strike has ended.
Though stepping down from ‘Kang Dynasty’, Cretton will continue to work at the MCU and is currently producing the ‘Wonder Man’ TV series as well as developing a sequel to his previous film, ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’. According to the news outlet, the director is also speaking with Marvel about additional projects.
Already reeling from a spree of box office bombs,...
- 11/16/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Things have gone from bad to worse for Marvel Cinematic Universe, as director Destin Cretton has stepped down from the studio’s next ‘Avengers’ outing, ‘Avengers: Kang Dynasty’. Cretton had been attached since last year, with the news announced on the heels of San Diego Comic-Con, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Jeff Loveness, who wrote the Kang-centric feature ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’, penned a draft of the movie, though it is unclear if another scribe will take a stab now that the writer’s strike has ended.
Though stepping down from ‘Kang Dynasty’, Cretton will continue to work at the MCU and is currently producing the ‘Wonder Man’ TV series as well as developing a sequel to his previous film, ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’. According to the news outlet, the director is also speaking with Marvel about additional projects.
Already reeling from a spree of box office bombs,...
Jeff Loveness, who wrote the Kang-centric feature ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’, penned a draft of the movie, though it is unclear if another scribe will take a stab now that the writer’s strike has ended.
Though stepping down from ‘Kang Dynasty’, Cretton will continue to work at the MCU and is currently producing the ‘Wonder Man’ TV series as well as developing a sequel to his previous film, ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’. According to the news outlet, the director is also speaking with Marvel about additional projects.
Already reeling from a spree of box office bombs,...
- 11/16/2023
- by Agency News Desk
“The Fall Guy” is now crash landing in theaters on May 3, 2024, after “Deadpool 3” vacated the release slot amid the work stoppage caused by the recently ended SAG-AFTRA strike.
David Leitch’s action thriller, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, was originally set to release on March 1, 2024. Based on Glen A. Larson’s 1980s television series of the same name, the film stars Gosling as Colt, a stuntman on the hunt for a missing movie star he once doubled for. Blunt stars as Gosling’s director and ex-girlfriend Jody Moreno, while Aaron Taylor-Johnson plays Awol star Tom Ryder.
Stephanie Hsu (“Everything Everywhere All at Once”), Winston Duke (“Black Panther”), Hannah Waddingham (“Ted Lasso”) and Teresa Palmer (“A Discovery of Witches”) round out the cast.
Disney previously announced that several films have been delayed due to the actors strike, including “Deadpool 3,” Marvel’s “Thunderbolts,” “Mufasa: The Lion King” and its “Blade” reboot.
David Leitch’s action thriller, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, was originally set to release on March 1, 2024. Based on Glen A. Larson’s 1980s television series of the same name, the film stars Gosling as Colt, a stuntman on the hunt for a missing movie star he once doubled for. Blunt stars as Gosling’s director and ex-girlfriend Jody Moreno, while Aaron Taylor-Johnson plays Awol star Tom Ryder.
Stephanie Hsu (“Everything Everywhere All at Once”), Winston Duke (“Black Panther”), Hannah Waddingham (“Ted Lasso”) and Teresa Palmer (“A Discovery of Witches”) round out the cast.
Disney previously announced that several films have been delayed due to the actors strike, including “Deadpool 3,” Marvel’s “Thunderbolts,” “Mufasa: The Lion King” and its “Blade” reboot.
- 11/15/2023
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
The anything-but-marvelous performance of The Marvels is a moment of reckoning for Marvel Studios, the production house that has been the superhero of the box office for much of the past 15 years since Iron Man burst onto the scene in 2008.
Over the Nov. 10-12 weekend, The Marvels debuted to $46.1 million in North America, the worst opening in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which has raked in more than $30 billion in global movie ticket sales. The 33rd MCU installment was battered by withering audience exit scores and a ho-hum B CinemaScore.
But it wasn’t the first warning sign that something was amiss within Marvel in terms of quality control as Feige’s team went into overdrive producing shows for streaming; features Eternals and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantamania were also slapped with B CinemaScore, while audiences began complaining about keeping up with an increasing number of shows on...
Over the Nov. 10-12 weekend, The Marvels debuted to $46.1 million in North America, the worst opening in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which has raked in more than $30 billion in global movie ticket sales. The 33rd MCU installment was battered by withering audience exit scores and a ho-hum B CinemaScore.
But it wasn’t the first warning sign that something was amiss within Marvel in terms of quality control as Feige’s team went into overdrive producing shows for streaming; features Eternals and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantamania were also slapped with B CinemaScore, while audiences began complaining about keeping up with an increasing number of shows on...
- 11/14/2023
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
"Thunderbolts" has become the second Marvel Cinematic Universe feature to halt filming amid the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike, Deadline reported late Thursday. (Variety and The Hollywood Reporter confirmed shortly thereafter.) The film, which was set to enter production in Atlanta, Georgia in about three weeks in June 2023, will now roll cameras after the writers strike has ended.
Earlier in May, the Mahershala Ali-led "Blade" -- currently slated for September 2024 -- became the first Marvel Studios project to hit pause. It was in the pre-production stage, and like "Thunderbolts," was expected to begin filming in June. Marvel has also stopped shooting on "Wonder Man" -- the Disney+ series with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in the lead -- which had been running in Los Angeles.
That said, not every Marvel project has been brought to a halt. "Captain America: New World Order" -- the fourth "Captain America" movie, set to...
Earlier in May, the Mahershala Ali-led "Blade" -- currently slated for September 2024 -- became the first Marvel Studios project to hit pause. It was in the pre-production stage, and like "Thunderbolts," was expected to begin filming in June. Marvel has also stopped shooting on "Wonder Man" -- the Disney+ series with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in the lead -- which had been running in Los Angeles.
That said, not every Marvel project has been brought to a halt. "Captain America: New World Order" -- the fourth "Captain America" movie, set to...
- 5/26/2023
- by Akhil Arora
- Slash Film
Paramount has pushed back the release date for Transformers One, the newest animated feature in the Transformers franchise that was unveiled at CinemaCon in April. The origin story from director Josh Cooley, previously set to open on July 19, 2024, will now bow nationwide on September 13, 2024.
While the sole competitor on its new date is an untitled film from Uni/Blumhouse, the project hits theaters shortly after the September 6th debut of Warner Bros’ Beetlejuice 2, Disney’s Blade and another unknown Disney pic. It had previously been set to contend with Universal’s Twisters.
Hailing from Paramount Animation, Hasbro and eOne, Transformers One tells the story of how a young Optimus Prime (Chris Hemsworth) and Megatron (Brian Tyree Henry) went from being brothers-in-arms to sworn enemies. Also starring are Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Jon Hamm and Laurence Fishburne, who are respectively voicing Elita, Bumblebee, Sentinel Prime and Alpha Trion.
Andrew Barrer...
While the sole competitor on its new date is an untitled film from Uni/Blumhouse, the project hits theaters shortly after the September 6th debut of Warner Bros’ Beetlejuice 2, Disney’s Blade and another unknown Disney pic. It had previously been set to contend with Universal’s Twisters.
Hailing from Paramount Animation, Hasbro and eOne, Transformers One tells the story of how a young Optimus Prime (Chris Hemsworth) and Megatron (Brian Tyree Henry) went from being brothers-in-arms to sworn enemies. Also starring are Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Jon Hamm and Laurence Fishburne, who are respectively voicing Elita, Bumblebee, Sentinel Prime and Alpha Trion.
Andrew Barrer...
- 5/24/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
There was a time Wesley Snipes used to be one of Hollywood’s top A-list Black actors in the ‘90s era. Following his breakthrough role in Major League in 1989, he went on to star in several acclaimed and blockbuster films. Some of them include King of New York, Passenger 57, Demolition Man, and Blade. Then there’s White Men Can’t Jump, where he co-starred alongside Woody Harrelson. Released in 1992, White Men Can’t Jump is not just one of the best basketball movies ever made. But it’s also ranked among Ron Shelton‘s best directorial efforts. The movie was both a critical...
- 5/21/2023
- by Casey
- TVovermind.com
As Sanctuary, Zachary Wigon’s twisted tale of a dominatrix and her wealthy client, opens in NY and LA, David Lancaster of producer Rumble Films recalls a speedy 18-day shoot on a custom-made set in Brownsville, Brooklyn in late summer of 2021. It was Covid, so not the easiest time for indie financing.
It world premiered in Toronto, Neon picked it up. Rumble is pretty prolific with projects including Whiplash, Night Crawler, Eye In The Sky, Drive and Donnybrook. It lost one project to a lack of pandemic insurance and more recently saw another fall away since it wouldn’t have been finished shooting by the end of June – when actor and director contracts expires and they could potentially be on strike alongside writers. “It’s a tricky world,” he said.
He’s in Cannes with eOne horror thriller Visitation by Nicolas Pesce starring Olivie Cooke and Isla Johnston that finished...
It world premiered in Toronto, Neon picked it up. Rumble is pretty prolific with projects including Whiplash, Night Crawler, Eye In The Sky, Drive and Donnybrook. It lost one project to a lack of pandemic insurance and more recently saw another fall away since it wouldn’t have been finished shooting by the end of June – when actor and director contracts expires and they could potentially be on strike alongside writers. “It’s a tricky world,” he said.
He’s in Cannes with eOne horror thriller Visitation by Nicolas Pesce starring Olivie Cooke and Isla Johnston that finished...
- 5/19/2023
- by Jill Goldsmith
- Deadline Film + TV
Marvel has just added another Game of Thrones star to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Amid questions about Kit Harington’s future in the MCU, the studio just announced its latest addition to Secret Invasion.
Game of Thrones boasted an expansive ensemble cast that ranks among the largest in television history. Therefore, it comes as no shock that Marvel continues to tap into the talent reservoir of the HBO series.
While fans will likely approve of the move, many are still wondering if Harington’s days in the MCU are numbered.
Kit Harington | Rich Fury/Getty Images Marvel casts another ‘Game of Thrones’ alum amid questions about Kit Harington’s future
While fans wonder about Harington, Marvel has confirmed the casting of Richard Dormer, known for his portrayal of Beric Dondarrion in Game of Thrones. Dormer will join the studio in the role of Agent Prescott for the Disney+ series Secret Invasion.
Game of Thrones boasted an expansive ensemble cast that ranks among the largest in television history. Therefore, it comes as no shock that Marvel continues to tap into the talent reservoir of the HBO series.
While fans will likely approve of the move, many are still wondering if Harington’s days in the MCU are numbered.
Kit Harington | Rich Fury/Getty Images Marvel casts another ‘Game of Thrones’ alum amid questions about Kit Harington’s future
While fans wonder about Harington, Marvel has confirmed the casting of Richard Dormer, known for his portrayal of Beric Dondarrion in Game of Thrones. Dormer will join the studio in the role of Agent Prescott for the Disney+ series Secret Invasion.
- 5/17/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
After bidding adieu to Drax the Destroyer with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Dave Bautista has set his next movie: action-comedy The Killer’s Game.
Lionsgate has come aboard the long-in-development project, acquiring worldwide distribution rights and setting J.J. Perry, the stuntman who made his directorial debut with Day Shift, to helm the feature.
Lionsgate will launch sales of Game at the Cannes film market, with production to begin this summer.
Based on a novel by Jay Bonansinga, Game follows a veteran assassin named Joe Flood (Bautista) who is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. In order to set up his loved one financially, he authorizes a kill on himself. However, after ordering the kill, he finds out that he was misdiagnosed and must then fend off the army of former colleagues trying to take him out.
Rand Ravich and Simon Kinberg wrote the script, which has recent rewrites by James Coyne.
Lionsgate has come aboard the long-in-development project, acquiring worldwide distribution rights and setting J.J. Perry, the stuntman who made his directorial debut with Day Shift, to helm the feature.
Lionsgate will launch sales of Game at the Cannes film market, with production to begin this summer.
Based on a novel by Jay Bonansinga, Game follows a veteran assassin named Joe Flood (Bautista) who is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. In order to set up his loved one financially, he authorizes a kill on himself. However, after ordering the kill, he finds out that he was misdiagnosed and must then fend off the army of former colleagues trying to take him out.
Rand Ravich and Simon Kinberg wrote the script, which has recent rewrites by James Coyne.
- 5/15/2023
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Vampire thriller was in pre-production, scheduled to start shooting in Atlanta next month.
Marvel Studios’ Blade starring Mahershala Ali has become the first studio tentpole to be put on hold during the 2023 US writers’ strike.
The vampire thriller was in pre-production and scheduled to start shooting in Atlanta next month with Yann Demange in the director’s chair.
True Detective creator Nic Pizzolatto had been hired to work on the screenplay until the Writers Guild Of America (WGA) called a strike on Monday evening.
The studio told cast and crew on Friday and plans to resume when the strike ends.
Marvel Studios’ Blade starring Mahershala Ali has become the first studio tentpole to be put on hold during the 2023 US writers’ strike.
The vampire thriller was in pre-production and scheduled to start shooting in Atlanta next month with Yann Demange in the director’s chair.
True Detective creator Nic Pizzolatto had been hired to work on the screenplay until the Writers Guild Of America (WGA) called a strike on Monday evening.
The studio told cast and crew on Friday and plans to resume when the strike ends.
- 5/6/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
The writers strike has taken a bite out of Blade.
Marvel Studios is shutting down pre-production on its vampire thriller starring Mahershala Ali, which was set to begin filming next month in Atlanta. The feature project, which has already been paused once before, becomes the first tentpole movie impacted by the strike.
Cast and crew members are being notified this afternoon.
Blade had recently hired True Detective creator Nic Pizzolatto to work on the script, but, according to an insider, “time simply ran out.” The studio will restart the production once the strike is over.
Since the strike action began Tuesday, the biggest impact has been on late night talk shows and Saturday Night Live. One drama series, Showtime’s Billions, halted production Thursday due to picketing.
While some studios have one or two movies going into production, Marvel is seemingly propping up the industry by planning on having three...
Marvel Studios is shutting down pre-production on its vampire thriller starring Mahershala Ali, which was set to begin filming next month in Atlanta. The feature project, which has already been paused once before, becomes the first tentpole movie impacted by the strike.
Cast and crew members are being notified this afternoon.
Blade had recently hired True Detective creator Nic Pizzolatto to work on the script, but, according to an insider, “time simply ran out.” The studio will restart the production once the strike is over.
Since the strike action began Tuesday, the biggest impact has been on late night talk shows and Saturday Night Live. One drama series, Showtime’s Billions, halted production Thursday due to picketing.
While some studios have one or two movies going into production, Marvel is seemingly propping up the industry by planning on having three...
- 5/5/2023
- by Borys Kit and Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“True Detective” creator Nic Pizzolatto has signed on to Marvel Studios’ “Blade” movie, reuniting with Mahershala Ali, who starred in the third season of his HBO crime series.
“Blade” boasts Oscar winner Ali as the title vampire slayer, with Aaron Pierre and Delroy Lindo and Mia Goth, among the starry cast. Pre-production on the film is underway, with Pizzolatto taking on writing duties, working from a draft of the script by Emmy nominee Michael Starrbury, which has been said to be “darker than most MCU movies.”
Directed by Yann Demange, who helmed “White Boy Rick” and the pilot for “Lovecraft Country,” the film is expected to begin filming in late May in Atlanta.
The “Blade” reboot was first announced at Comic-Con in 2019, when Marvel Studio chief Kevin Feige surprised Hall H by announcing Ali would take up the mantle of the infamous daywalker after Wesley Snipes played the Marvel Comics...
“Blade” boasts Oscar winner Ali as the title vampire slayer, with Aaron Pierre and Delroy Lindo and Mia Goth, among the starry cast. Pre-production on the film is underway, with Pizzolatto taking on writing duties, working from a draft of the script by Emmy nominee Michael Starrbury, which has been said to be “darker than most MCU movies.”
Directed by Yann Demange, who helmed “White Boy Rick” and the pilot for “Lovecraft Country,” the film is expected to begin filming in late May in Atlanta.
The “Blade” reboot was first announced at Comic-Con in 2019, when Marvel Studio chief Kevin Feige surprised Hall H by announcing Ali would take up the mantle of the infamous daywalker after Wesley Snipes played the Marvel Comics...
- 4/28/2023
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Production is underway on MaXXXine, the third film of Ti West’s X trilogy starring Mia Goth, and the actress told SFX Magazine that she views the new sequel as a “superhero movie.“
“I see MaXXXine as a superhero movie – that’s how I read the script,” Mia Goth said. “Maxine, as a character, has come a long way. She’s a survivor, she’s gone through a lot. When we meet her again, in this new world that she’s in, she’s really fought for everything that she has, and she’s not about to give that up. She’s going to fight for what she has. She’s a badass. There’s a strength to her. And she’s a really proactive, determined, focused woman. She goes after what she wants, and she’s not really going to take no for an answer.”
Mia Goth played the...
“I see MaXXXine as a superhero movie – that’s how I read the script,” Mia Goth said. “Maxine, as a character, has come a long way. She’s a survivor, she’s gone through a lot. When we meet her again, in this new world that she’s in, she’s really fought for everything that she has, and she’s not about to give that up. She’s going to fight for what she has. She’s a badass. There’s a strength to her. And she’s a really proactive, determined, focused woman. She goes after what she wants, and she’s not really going to take no for an answer.”
Mia Goth played the...
- 4/18/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
With Nicolas Cage being the latest star to take on the role of the bloodsucking undead in Renfield, we wanted to know what your favorite Vampire film is. If you don’t see your favorite listed, click “Other” and let us know what it is in the comments.
What is your Favorite Vampire FIlm?Buffy The Vampire Slayer (1992)Fright Night (2011)The Lost Boys (1987)Blade (1998)30 Days of Night (2007)Interview With a Vampire (1994)From Dusk Til Dawn (1996)Dracula (1931)Cronos (1993)A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014)What We Do in the Shadows (2014)Let The Right One In (2008)Near Dark (1987)Nosferatu (1922)Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)Renfield (2023)Twilight (2008)Other (Let us know in the Comments)VoteResultsBack to vote
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What is your Favorite Vampire FIlm?Buffy The Vampire Slayer (1992)Fright Night (2011)The Lost Boys (1987)Blade (1998)30 Days of Night (2007)Interview With a Vampire (1994)From Dusk Til Dawn (1996)Dracula (1931)Cronos (1993)A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014)What We Do in the Shadows (2014)Let The Right One In (2008)Near Dark (1987)Nosferatu (1922)Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)Renfield (2023)Twilight (2008)Other (Let us know in the Comments)VoteResultsBack to vote
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- 4/16/2023
- by Brad Hamerly
- JoBlo.com
Former Olympic athlete Oscar Pistorius is up for parole and could be released from prison within weeks, after having only served half of his sentence for the 2013 murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, in their South African home.
After the overruling of an initial shorter sentence, Pistorius was sentenced to 13 years and five months for the model and paralegal’s murder.
All South African prisoners are eligible for parole after serving a majority of their sentence. Having served half of his sentence for the Valentine’s Day murder, the 36-year-old “Blade Runner” is now eligible for parole and could be released from prison just 10 years after the model’s death.
Under South African law, the late model’s parents, Barry and June Steenkamp, are unable to appeal against his early release. Pistorius has been begging for her family’s forgiveness for years. In 2014, a prosecutor alleged that the former Paralympian...
After the overruling of an initial shorter sentence, Pistorius was sentenced to 13 years and five months for the model and paralegal’s murder.
All South African prisoners are eligible for parole after serving a majority of their sentence. Having served half of his sentence for the Valentine’s Day murder, the 36-year-old “Blade Runner” is now eligible for parole and could be released from prison just 10 years after the model’s death.
Under South African law, the late model’s parents, Barry and June Steenkamp, are unable to appeal against his early release. Pistorius has been begging for her family’s forgiveness for years. In 2014, a prosecutor alleged that the former Paralympian...
- 3/4/2023
- by Nicky Kashani
- Uinterview
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