Amazon Prime Video’s “Butterfly” TV series, starring Daniel Dae Kim, has cast five additional actors in recurring and guest star roles.
Sean Dulake, Kim Ji-hoon and Charles Parnell join the series as recurring characters, while Sung Dong-il and Lee Il-hwa are set to guest star.
Other previously announced cast members of the cast include Reina Hardesty, Piper Perabo, Louis Landau, Park Hae-soo, Kim Tae-hee and Nayoon Kim.
“Butterfly,” an adaptation of the graphic novel written by Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett, is a character-driven spy thriller focusing on Kim’s character, David Jung, an “enigmatic, highly unpredictable former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him, and he finds himself pursued by Rebecca (Hardesty), a deadly, sociopathic young agent assigned to kill him.”
Dulake will play Hollis, the right-hand...
Sean Dulake, Kim Ji-hoon and Charles Parnell join the series as recurring characters, while Sung Dong-il and Lee Il-hwa are set to guest star.
Other previously announced cast members of the cast include Reina Hardesty, Piper Perabo, Louis Landau, Park Hae-soo, Kim Tae-hee and Nayoon Kim.
“Butterfly,” an adaptation of the graphic novel written by Arash Amel and Marguerite Bennett, is a character-driven spy thriller focusing on Kim’s character, David Jung, an “enigmatic, highly unpredictable former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him, and he finds himself pursued by Rebecca (Hardesty), a deadly, sociopathic young agent assigned to kill him.”
Dulake will play Hollis, the right-hand...
- 4/18/2024
- by Rachel Seo
- Variety Film + TV
It can be a tricky affair at times to successfully adapt the story of a character into an animated movie, especially if the story has some dark aspects because these movies are usually made with kids as the target audience. The creator of DC Animated Universe, Bruce Timm once also opened up about the same in an interview and talked about how he had to give up on a Catwoman movie idea because of its dark storyline.
Catwoman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series Bruce Timm opens up about his Catwoman movie idea that never made it to the big screen
Batman Beyond was considered one of the most popular animated series back in the day. The series revolves around the story of Terry McGinnis, a teenage boy who is being trained by Bruce Wayne aka Batman himself to become his successor and watch over Gotham City. This is because...
Catwoman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series Bruce Timm opens up about his Catwoman movie idea that never made it to the big screen
Batman Beyond was considered one of the most popular animated series back in the day. The series revolves around the story of Terry McGinnis, a teenage boy who is being trained by Bruce Wayne aka Batman himself to become his successor and watch over Gotham City. This is because...
- 4/14/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
Deadpool & Wolverine: Chris Hemsworth’s Thor To Make An Appearance Reveals New Footage, While Shawn Levy Addresses Taylor Swift’s Dazzler Rumors ( Photo Credit – Instagram; IMDb )
Deadpool & Wolverine continues to amaze us as the makers drop nine minutes of footage at the CinemaCon. It has unfolded several things, including a connection to everyone’s favorite, Thor, played by Chris Hemsworth. On the other hand, the film’s director, Shawn Levy, reacts to the rumors that Taylor Swift will be cast as Dazzler in the Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman starrer MCU flick.
The movie is expected to return Marvel’s lost glory and end the box office’s dry spell by earning the billion-dollar milestone. Wade and Logan will officially be included in the MCU with this film. It will also be the first R-rated project in the MCU and the first franchise to come from their acquisition of the 20th Century Fox.
Deadpool & Wolverine continues to amaze us as the makers drop nine minutes of footage at the CinemaCon. It has unfolded several things, including a connection to everyone’s favorite, Thor, played by Chris Hemsworth. On the other hand, the film’s director, Shawn Levy, reacts to the rumors that Taylor Swift will be cast as Dazzler in the Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman starrer MCU flick.
The movie is expected to return Marvel’s lost glory and end the box office’s dry spell by earning the billion-dollar milestone. Wade and Logan will officially be included in the MCU with this film. It will also be the first R-rated project in the MCU and the first franchise to come from their acquisition of the 20th Century Fox.
- 4/12/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Exclusive: Milo Ventimiglia, star of This is Us and Heroes, has new representation.
The actor has signed with WME. He was previously repped by Verve.
It comes after he starred in ABC drama series The Company You Keep, which ran for one season. His production company Divide Pictures, which he runs with Russ Cundiff, produced that series and has sold a slew of projects to networks and streamers. Divide has a deal at 20th Television.
Ventimiglia is best known for starring in NBC drama series This Is Us, which ran for six seasons and over 100 episodes. In addition to play Jack Pearson, a character that helped him score three Emmy nominations, he also directed a number of episodes.
He recently starred in the feature film Land of Bad, opposite Russell Crowe and Liam Hemsworth and led Disney film The Art of Racing in the Rain, an adaptation of the novel by Garth Stein.
The actor has signed with WME. He was previously repped by Verve.
It comes after he starred in ABC drama series The Company You Keep, which ran for one season. His production company Divide Pictures, which he runs with Russ Cundiff, produced that series and has sold a slew of projects to networks and streamers. Divide has a deal at 20th Television.
Ventimiglia is best known for starring in NBC drama series This Is Us, which ran for six seasons and over 100 episodes. In addition to play Jack Pearson, a character that helped him score three Emmy nominations, he also directed a number of episodes.
He recently starred in the feature film Land of Bad, opposite Russell Crowe and Liam Hemsworth and led Disney film The Art of Racing in the Rain, an adaptation of the novel by Garth Stein.
- 4/11/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
The Dates For Oscars 2025 have been released by the Academy(Photo Credit –Instagram)
As the buzz for the 96th Oscar Awards finally slows down, new details of Oscars 2025 have sent the internet into a frenzy. Out with the old and in with the latest, as the movies of 2023 have finally taken their bow, the box office and critical success of movies like Godzilla X Kong, Monkey Man, and more are already generating Oscar buzz for next year. From the date of the Oscars 2025 to the nominations date announcement- Here is everything we know about the 97th Oscars 2025.
The award season 2024 was quite a ride, with some movies and shows taking the lead over others. Oppenheimer came out swinging with the big awards at the Oscars, getting Christopher Nolan his much-awaited Best Director award. Barbie, however, was the biggest snubbed movie of the year, with some backlash over the Best Actress win as well.
As the buzz for the 96th Oscar Awards finally slows down, new details of Oscars 2025 have sent the internet into a frenzy. Out with the old and in with the latest, as the movies of 2023 have finally taken their bow, the box office and critical success of movies like Godzilla X Kong, Monkey Man, and more are already generating Oscar buzz for next year. From the date of the Oscars 2025 to the nominations date announcement- Here is everything we know about the 97th Oscars 2025.
The award season 2024 was quite a ride, with some movies and shows taking the lead over others. Oppenheimer came out swinging with the big awards at the Oscars, getting Christopher Nolan his much-awaited Best Director award. Barbie, however, was the biggest snubbed movie of the year, with some backlash over the Best Actress win as well.
- 4/11/2024
- by Aayushi Hemnani
- KoiMoi
Fallout Director Jonathan Nolan & The Dark Knight Rises ( Photo Credit – Flickr; IMDb )
Jonathan Nolan has been busy promoting his new game-based sci-fi series, Fallout. The writer-director is well-known for his exciting collaboration with his brother and filmmaker Christopher Nolan. Among the several projects the Nolan brothers worked together as writers, one of them is The Dark Knight Rises. The superhero film stars Christian Bale and Tom Hardy.
After treating the audience with an amazing The Dark Knight movie in 2008, Christopher Nolan gave fans the third and final film ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ in 2012. The villain, our favourite Batman, had to fight in the threequel was Bane. However, Jonathan Nolan revealed that he wasn’t sure about introducing Tom Hardy’s Bane in the third movie and wanted Riddler as a villain instead.
In an interview with Variety, the Fallout director revealed that he even had discussions about the same with his brother,...
Jonathan Nolan has been busy promoting his new game-based sci-fi series, Fallout. The writer-director is well-known for his exciting collaboration with his brother and filmmaker Christopher Nolan. Among the several projects the Nolan brothers worked together as writers, one of them is The Dark Knight Rises. The superhero film stars Christian Bale and Tom Hardy.
After treating the audience with an amazing The Dark Knight movie in 2008, Christopher Nolan gave fans the third and final film ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ in 2012. The villain, our favourite Batman, had to fight in the threequel was Bane. However, Jonathan Nolan revealed that he wasn’t sure about introducing Tom Hardy’s Bane in the third movie and wanted Riddler as a villain instead.
In an interview with Variety, the Fallout director revealed that he even had discussions about the same with his brother,...
- 4/11/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Margot Robbie Is Making A Sims Movie & A Monopoly Live Adaptation After Barbie’s Success ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Barbie is going into business! After the massive Box-office success of Greta Gerwig’s live-action iteration of the plastic doll. Margot Robbie is now eyeing to make a live-action version of the popular board game Monopoly. Along with her production house, LuckyChap Entertainment, Robbie will collaborate with Lionsgate this time to bring the economy themes board game to life. Previously, it was announced that LuckyChap would also be involved in making a Sims movie.
Everyone knows Barbie‘s success lore and how it took over the summer of 2023. Everything was pink, and we were happy because of that. From Ryan Gosling’s Kenergy to Amerca Ferera’s empowering speech, Gerwig and Margot’s Barbie made a monumental Box Office collection.
( Photo Credit – IMDb )
So, it is safe to assume that the production...
Barbie is going into business! After the massive Box-office success of Greta Gerwig’s live-action iteration of the plastic doll. Margot Robbie is now eyeing to make a live-action version of the popular board game Monopoly. Along with her production house, LuckyChap Entertainment, Robbie will collaborate with Lionsgate this time to bring the economy themes board game to life. Previously, it was announced that LuckyChap would also be involved in making a Sims movie.
Everyone knows Barbie‘s success lore and how it took over the summer of 2023. Everything was pink, and we were happy because of that. From Ryan Gosling’s Kenergy to Amerca Ferera’s empowering speech, Gerwig and Margot’s Barbie made a monumental Box Office collection.
( Photo Credit – IMDb )
So, it is safe to assume that the production...
- 4/11/2024
- by Aayushi Hemnani
- KoiMoi
Kyle MacLachlan on Dune 3. (Photo Credit – IMDb/Instagram)
A few days ago, Legendary Entertainment revealed that Denis Villeneuve has started with the development work for Dune 3, aka Dune Messiah. The sequel, Dune 2, received a great response from the audience worldwide. The sci-fi fantasy film is based on Frank Herbert’s Dune movies. It stars Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Florence Pugh, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Austin Butler and others.
In Denis Villeneuve’s Dune movies, Timothee Chalamet plays Paul Atreides. When the movie was announced a few years ago, everyone was worried that it would be a good watch. In 1984, David Lynch also made a movie based on Frank’s novel. However, the film performed poorly at the box office, and even the audience wasn’t happy with Lynch’s adaptation.
Dune 2 Trailer
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A few days ago, Legendary Entertainment revealed that Denis Villeneuve has started with the development work for Dune 3, aka Dune Messiah. The sequel, Dune 2, received a great response from the audience worldwide. The sci-fi fantasy film is based on Frank Herbert’s Dune movies. It stars Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Florence Pugh, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Austin Butler and others.
In Denis Villeneuve’s Dune movies, Timothee Chalamet plays Paul Atreides. When the movie was announced a few years ago, everyone was worried that it would be a good watch. In 1984, David Lynch also made a movie based on Frank’s novel. However, the film performed poorly at the box office, and even the audience wasn’t happy with Lynch’s adaptation.
Dune 2 Trailer
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- 4/10/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire sees an increase in collections, hits 3 crores mark again on Tuesday. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
After bringing in 2.25 crores on Monday, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire continued to do even better on Tuesday as collections moved up to 3.30 crores. Since it was a partial holiday in some parts of the country, the collections went on an upswing. It’s good that the film has so far managed to stay so good on the weekdays, though it would be interesting to see how it manages to have a similar run from today onwards. Reason being that at IMAX, Maidaan paid previews would be held today and then from tomorrow, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan will join in.
In fact it’s surprising that so far advance booking plans at these premium screens hasn’t opened for either of these three films and seems like the battle of showcasing is currently on.
After bringing in 2.25 crores on Monday, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire continued to do even better on Tuesday as collections moved up to 3.30 crores. Since it was a partial holiday in some parts of the country, the collections went on an upswing. It’s good that the film has so far managed to stay so good on the weekdays, though it would be interesting to see how it manages to have a similar run from today onwards. Reason being that at IMAX, Maidaan paid previews would be held today and then from tomorrow, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan will join in.
In fact it’s surprising that so far advance booking plans at these premium screens hasn’t opened for either of these three films and seems like the battle of showcasing is currently on.
- 4/10/2024
- by Joginder Tuteja
- KoiMoi
The iconic 2021 Amazon series Invincible can be dialed down in simple terms, as a kid having daddy issues. Except, his father is a psycho superhero, and he is a superhero, and they are both Viltrumites. But yeah, that’s pretty much the most dialed-down gist of the series.
We’re kidding. Of course, the series has much more depth to it than stated above and has multiple characters with spectacular storylines. Regardless, as per this theory, Mark Grayson might not be able to beat all the Viltrumites, but there is another superhero who can!
J. K. Simmons’ Omni-Man and Steven Yeun’s Invincible Mark Grayson May Not Be Strong Enough For The Viltrumites!
So to sum up the story of Invincible, we might have to face some superhero traumas alongside some daddy issues. To start off, Omni-Man (voiced by J.K. Simmons) is an alien from the race Viltrumites. That’s why he’s so powerful.
We’re kidding. Of course, the series has much more depth to it than stated above and has multiple characters with spectacular storylines. Regardless, as per this theory, Mark Grayson might not be able to beat all the Viltrumites, but there is another superhero who can!
J. K. Simmons’ Omni-Man and Steven Yeun’s Invincible Mark Grayson May Not Be Strong Enough For The Viltrumites!
So to sum up the story of Invincible, we might have to face some superhero traumas alongside some daddy issues. To start off, Omni-Man (voiced by J.K. Simmons) is an alien from the race Viltrumites. That’s why he’s so powerful.
- 4/6/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
[Editor’s note: Spoilers for “Monkey Man” below.]
Move over John Wick, there’s a new martial arts action hero: Dev Patel’s titular underdog in his directorial debut, “Monkey Man.” Inspired by the ancient legend of the Hindu deity Hanuman, the invincible Monkey God, Patel creates his own mythic avenging angel in the tradition of such Korean action films as “Oldboy” and “Man From Nowhere.” Lowly yet scrappy and full of rage, Patel’s Kid is determined to take down the sinister elite of the fictional Yatana, Mumbai’s version of Gotham, and kill the corrupt cop, Rana (Sikandar Kher), who brutally murdered his mother and scarred him for life.
Patel (a martial arts competitor and teacher in London in the early 2000s with a passion for the film genre), trained rigorously with fight coordinator Brahim Chab (“The Foreigner”) and performed all the fights himself. Although he embraced Chab’s intricate choreography, he also...
Move over John Wick, there’s a new martial arts action hero: Dev Patel’s titular underdog in his directorial debut, “Monkey Man.” Inspired by the ancient legend of the Hindu deity Hanuman, the invincible Monkey God, Patel creates his own mythic avenging angel in the tradition of such Korean action films as “Oldboy” and “Man From Nowhere.” Lowly yet scrappy and full of rage, Patel’s Kid is determined to take down the sinister elite of the fictional Yatana, Mumbai’s version of Gotham, and kill the corrupt cop, Rana (Sikandar Kher), who brutally murdered his mother and scarred him for life.
Patel (a martial arts competitor and teacher in London in the early 2000s with a passion for the film genre), trained rigorously with fight coordinator Brahim Chab (“The Foreigner”) and performed all the fights himself. Although he embraced Chab’s intricate choreography, he also...
- 4/5/2024
- by Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
Batman Beyond serves as a continuation of the Batman: The Animated Series, co-created by Bruce Timm. One of the aspects carried forward in the series is the enmity between the caped crusader and the clown prince of crime. The series is set in the far future and follows Bruce Wayne’s protege, Terry McGinnis, as he takes on the mantle of Batman.
A still from Batman Beyond
Despite its futuristic setting, the series lacks one common technology that has become an indispensable part of modern society. High-tech smartphones are noticeably absent from the animated series, and a new fan theory explains how Batman and Joker’s long-standing feud might be responsible for the same.
Batman Beyond Theory Explains Absence of High-Tech Phones in Neo Gotham
In Batman Beyond, Bruce Wayne is retired as Batman with Terry McGinnis taking over the responsibility of protecting Neo Gotham. The series takes place in the future,...
A still from Batman Beyond
Despite its futuristic setting, the series lacks one common technology that has become an indispensable part of modern society. High-tech smartphones are noticeably absent from the animated series, and a new fan theory explains how Batman and Joker’s long-standing feud might be responsible for the same.
Batman Beyond Theory Explains Absence of High-Tech Phones in Neo Gotham
In Batman Beyond, Bruce Wayne is retired as Batman with Terry McGinnis taking over the responsibility of protecting Neo Gotham. The series takes place in the future,...
- 4/4/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Last week, Max finally released the trailer for their much-anticipated The Batman spin-off series, The Penguin, teeing up its fall release date. Overall, it looks highly reminiscent of Matt Reeves’ film, with the cinematography very much in the Grieg Fraser mode. But what else do we know about The Penguin? More than you may think.
The Penguin is set after The Batman.
The plot of The Penguin is set to follow the title character, once again portrayed by Colin Farrell, as he rises through the ranks of the Gotham City criminal underworld. After the events of The Batman and the flooding of Gotham, including the death of Carmine Falcone, Cobblepot desperately wants to fill the power vacuum. Colin Farrell has also indicated that the film will serve as an origin story for the Penguin, something we have seen twice on screen before in Tim Burton’s Batman Returns, played by Danny DeVito.
The Penguin is set after The Batman.
The plot of The Penguin is set to follow the title character, once again portrayed by Colin Farrell, as he rises through the ranks of the Gotham City criminal underworld. After the events of The Batman and the flooding of Gotham, including the death of Carmine Falcone, Cobblepot desperately wants to fill the power vacuum. Colin Farrell has also indicated that the film will serve as an origin story for the Penguin, something we have seen twice on screen before in Tim Burton’s Batman Returns, played by Danny DeVito.
- 4/2/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Great American Pure Flix is about to launch its third original series since Great American Media merged with Sony’s subscription streaming outfit Pure Flix last June.
Destination Heaven is a faith drama starring Harry Lennix as God. The six-part scripted series that premieres May 24 follows God as he encounters people in a myriad of circumstances who all believe they’re doing the right things — that is, until they discover their approach to being good is going through the motions rather than growing emotionally or intellectually from the circumstance.
Episodes will feature appearances by Kevin Sorbo (Chosen), Emily Rose (Gotham Knights), and Tim Bensch (Chicago Fire).
Great American Pure Flix is now the 24/7 home to faith and family-based series and films. Besides airing films like Divine Influencer, Harvest Homecoming with Trevor Donovan and Jessica Lownde and Birthright Outlaw starring Sarah Drew, it also launched...
Destination Heaven is a faith drama starring Harry Lennix as God. The six-part scripted series that premieres May 24 follows God as he encounters people in a myriad of circumstances who all believe they’re doing the right things — that is, until they discover their approach to being good is going through the motions rather than growing emotionally or intellectually from the circumstance.
Episodes will feature appearances by Kevin Sorbo (Chosen), Emily Rose (Gotham Knights), and Tim Bensch (Chicago Fire).
Great American Pure Flix is now the 24/7 home to faith and family-based series and films. Besides airing films like Divine Influencer, Harvest Homecoming with Trevor Donovan and Jessica Lownde and Birthright Outlaw starring Sarah Drew, it also launched...
- 4/2/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Jake Choi (Single Parents) has been tapped to star in The Late Night Creep, a dark comedy from writer-director Jamal Dedeaux (Laff Mobb’s Laff Tracks).
The film tells the story of an unhappily married man (Choi) who sneaks out of the house to go on a date with his college crush and ends up having the night from hell. Dedeaux is producing the indie alongside Rebecca Haze and Kris Simms.
Best known for starring alongside Taran Killam, Leighton Meester, Brad Garrett and more on the comedy series Single Parents, which ran for two seasons on ABC, Choi most recently starred opposite Nico Tortorella, Juan Pablo Di Pace and Emily Hampshire in the indie drama The Mattachine Family, exec produced by Zach Braff.
Previously, he’s also been seen in films including Justin Chon’s Sundance drama Ms. Purple, Warner Bros and MGM’s YA romance The Sun Is Also a Star,...
The film tells the story of an unhappily married man (Choi) who sneaks out of the house to go on a date with his college crush and ends up having the night from hell. Dedeaux is producing the indie alongside Rebecca Haze and Kris Simms.
Best known for starring alongside Taran Killam, Leighton Meester, Brad Garrett and more on the comedy series Single Parents, which ran for two seasons on ABC, Choi most recently starred opposite Nico Tortorella, Juan Pablo Di Pace and Emily Hampshire in the indie drama The Mattachine Family, exec produced by Zach Braff.
Previously, he’s also been seen in films including Justin Chon’s Sundance drama Ms. Purple, Warner Bros and MGM’s YA romance The Sun Is Also a Star,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Fire Country has found immense success on Friday nights for CBS.
The firefighting drama stars Max Thieriot from Seal Team (Clay Spenser) and Bates Motel (Dylan Massett). He plays Bode Donovan (Leone).
The network has had lots of success with its NCIS Universe and the trio of FBI shows, so CBS wants to see if a Fire Country spin-off will work.
An upcoming episode of Fire Country is called Alert the Sheriff, and it is a planned backdoor pilot.
If CBS is happy with fan response and how the new characters work within the world of Fire Country, that episode will springboard into a new show called Sheriff Country.
This is called a backdoor pilot, where the characters from a planned show appear first on the primary show. Main characters for NCIS: Los Angeles appeared in a two-episode arc of NCIS, while Chicago P.D. characters first appeared on Chicago Fire for NBC.
The firefighting drama stars Max Thieriot from Seal Team (Clay Spenser) and Bates Motel (Dylan Massett). He plays Bode Donovan (Leone).
The network has had lots of success with its NCIS Universe and the trio of FBI shows, so CBS wants to see if a Fire Country spin-off will work.
An upcoming episode of Fire Country is called Alert the Sheriff, and it is a planned backdoor pilot.
If CBS is happy with fan response and how the new characters work within the world of Fire Country, that episode will springboard into a new show called Sheriff Country.
This is called a backdoor pilot, where the characters from a planned show appear first on the primary show. Main characters for NCIS: Los Angeles appeared in a two-episode arc of NCIS, while Chicago P.D. characters first appeared on Chicago Fire for NBC.
- 3/28/2024
- by Ryan DeVault
- Monsters and Critics
Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith were once one of the most high-profile couples in Hollywood. Their relationship has come a long way since then, and the couple has separated even though they have not divorced.
The Hollywood stars have been in the limelight all their lives, either for their careers or for their marriage. The Bleed All Over Me singer has never shied from revealing certain aspects of their relationship that would make readers blush. However, she might have taken it up a notch further when she made a rather scandalous admission a few years ago.
Smith’s wife once made a candid confession about him (Source: I Am Legend)
Jada Pinkett Smith made a stunning confession about Will Smith
Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith had a whirlwind romance, and the pair were together for nearly two decades. However, news of trouble in paradise started doing the rounds a few years ago,...
The Hollywood stars have been in the limelight all their lives, either for their careers or for their marriage. The Bleed All Over Me singer has never shied from revealing certain aspects of their relationship that would make readers blush. However, she might have taken it up a notch further when she made a rather scandalous admission a few years ago.
Smith’s wife once made a candid confession about him (Source: I Am Legend)
Jada Pinkett Smith made a stunning confession about Will Smith
Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith had a whirlwind romance, and the pair were together for nearly two decades. However, news of trouble in paradise started doing the rounds a few years ago,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Searchlight has set five more for major roles in its Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, directed by James Mangold and starring Timothée Chalamet: Boyd Holbrook (The Bikeriders), Scoot McNairy (Argo), Dan Fogler (Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them), Will Harrison (Daisy Jones & The Six) and Charlie Tahan (Ozark).
Character details are under wraps. Pic is now in production in New Jersey.
Other new additions include P.J. Byrne (Babylon), Eli Brown (Gossip Girl), Nick Pupo (Halt and Catch Fire), Big Bill Morganfield, Laura Kariuki, Eric Berryman (Atlanta), David Alan Basche (Egg), Joe Tippett (Monarch) and James Austin Johnson (Saturday Night Live).
Set in the influential New York music scene of the early ’60s, A Complete Unknown follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician Bob Dylan’s (Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts — his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation...
Character details are under wraps. Pic is now in production in New Jersey.
Other new additions include P.J. Byrne (Babylon), Eli Brown (Gossip Girl), Nick Pupo (Halt and Catch Fire), Big Bill Morganfield, Laura Kariuki, Eric Berryman (Atlanta), David Alan Basche (Egg), Joe Tippett (Monarch) and James Austin Johnson (Saturday Night Live).
Set in the influential New York music scene of the early ’60s, A Complete Unknown follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician Bob Dylan’s (Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts — his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation...
- 3/25/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Jake Gyllenhaal Once Admitted Putting A Lot Of Pressure On Himself While Filming Spider-Man: Far From Home (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Road House star Jake Gyllenhaal, born in the Gyllenhaal family, has lived up to the family’s legacy. But there were times when he got overwhelmed while filming, and something similar happened during Marvel’s Spider-Man: Far From Home. He appeared in the role of Mysterio and heavily impacted the life of Tom Holland’s character, Peter Parker. The Oscar-nominated actor is known for going the extra mile for his roles.
He lost around 30 pounds for his role in Nightcrawler. However, after that, he decided not to get engrossed in a role further, and the primary reason for it might be his Oscar snub. He was not nominated for the Academy Awards for that part. On the personal front, Jake is the son of director Stephen Gyllenhaal and screenwriter Naomi Foner.
Road House star Jake Gyllenhaal, born in the Gyllenhaal family, has lived up to the family’s legacy. But there were times when he got overwhelmed while filming, and something similar happened during Marvel’s Spider-Man: Far From Home. He appeared in the role of Mysterio and heavily impacted the life of Tom Holland’s character, Peter Parker. The Oscar-nominated actor is known for going the extra mile for his roles.
He lost around 30 pounds for his role in Nightcrawler. However, after that, he decided not to get engrossed in a role further, and the primary reason for it might be his Oscar snub. He was not nominated for the Academy Awards for that part. On the personal front, Jake is the son of director Stephen Gyllenhaal and screenwriter Naomi Foner.
- 3/25/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Everyone knows why Bruce Wayne became the Dark Knight. The story of Thomas and Martha Wayne has been played so much that it’s eye-rolling whenever those events are recalled. Interestingly enough, there’s never been a true intimate focus on Bruce Wayne’s psyche following the traumatic events of his parent’s death. Fox’s Gotham is the closest live-action series to document Bruce Wayne’s story after that moment, but the focus is never fully on him. Before Wayne even thinks about becoming Batman, a very personal story of how the DC hero battled through trauma and pain could open up layers about the man
The post A Spin-Off Focusing On Bruce Wayne After The Death Of His Parents Should Be Made first appeared on TVovermind.
The post A Spin-Off Focusing On Bruce Wayne After The Death Of His Parents Should Be Made first appeared on TVovermind.
- 3/20/2024
- by Jeffrey Bowie Jr.
- TVovermind.com
Exclusive: Prime Video drama series Bosch: Legacy is adding 5 to its recurring cast for Season 3: Andrea Cortés (Mayans M.C.), Tommy Martinez (Good Trouble), Orla Brady (Freud’s Last Session), Michael Reilly Burke (Ted Bundy) and Dale Dickey (Winter’s Bone).
Season 3 of Bosch: Legacy, currently in production, is based on Michael Connelly’s best-selling novels Desert Star (2022) and The Black Ice (1993). The murder investigation of Kurt Dockweiler (David Denman) brings dangerous secrets to light and threatens to ruin the lives of our three principal characters. The disappearance of a family haunts Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver) and forces him to confront the limits of justice. In a hotly contested race, Honey “Money” Chandler (Mimi Rogers) is poised to become the next District Attorney of Los Angeles. And Maddie Bosch (Madison Lintz) gets entangled in a series of violent follow-home robberies.
Cortés has been cast as Victoria Hernandez; Martinez as Albert Torres; Brady...
Season 3 of Bosch: Legacy, currently in production, is based on Michael Connelly’s best-selling novels Desert Star (2022) and The Black Ice (1993). The murder investigation of Kurt Dockweiler (David Denman) brings dangerous secrets to light and threatens to ruin the lives of our three principal characters. The disappearance of a family haunts Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver) and forces him to confront the limits of justice. In a hotly contested race, Honey “Money” Chandler (Mimi Rogers) is poised to become the next District Attorney of Los Angeles. And Maddie Bosch (Madison Lintz) gets entangled in a series of violent follow-home robberies.
Cortés has been cast as Victoria Hernandez; Martinez as Albert Torres; Brady...
- 3/19/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Soo Hugh, the showrunner of Apple TV+’s “Pachinko,” has signed a multi-year overall deal with the streamer as well as the production company Media Res. In addition to “Pachinko,” Apple TV+ and Media Res have previously worked together on “The Morning Show.”
The deal will include both Hugh’s ongoing efforts to showrun “Pachinko” as well as any new projects from the creator through Hugh’s newly announced production company, Moonslinger Productions. Margo Klewans will serve as president of the new venture.
“For the last six years, I’ve been fortunate to call Apple and Media Res my creative family. Together, we dreamed big, and I am thrilled to be able to continue working with so many people I admire and cherish. Now, the homecoming is official,” Hugh said in a statement to press.
Hugh currently serves as the showrunner, executive producer and writer behind the series adaptation of “Pachinko.
The deal will include both Hugh’s ongoing efforts to showrun “Pachinko” as well as any new projects from the creator through Hugh’s newly announced production company, Moonslinger Productions. Margo Klewans will serve as president of the new venture.
“For the last six years, I’ve been fortunate to call Apple and Media Res my creative family. Together, we dreamed big, and I am thrilled to be able to continue working with so many people I admire and cherish. Now, the homecoming is official,” Hugh said in a statement to press.
Hugh currently serves as the showrunner, executive producer and writer behind the series adaptation of “Pachinko.
- 3/18/2024
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
The tales of Heath Ledger’s dedication to the role of The Joker in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight have been shocking the world even though the film was released twelve years ago. The actor famously gave the role his all, locking himself in a room for days, journaling as the Clown of Gotham City, and even begging Christian Bale to beat him up for real.
Heath Ledger as Joker
It is safe to say that the actor gave and earned many scars after playing the role of this iconic character. Even though the methods he used to play the character were extreme, it would seem that there was nothing he would not have done for his perfect performance.
Suggested“No way I would do that”: Heath Ledger’s Extreme Dedication Put His Dark Knight Co-Star in Utter Disbelief After Learning the Truth from Christopher Nolan
Michael Jai White,...
Heath Ledger as Joker
It is safe to say that the actor gave and earned many scars after playing the role of this iconic character. Even though the methods he used to play the character were extreme, it would seem that there was nothing he would not have done for his perfect performance.
Suggested“No way I would do that”: Heath Ledger’s Extreme Dedication Put His Dark Knight Co-Star in Utter Disbelief After Learning the Truth from Christopher Nolan
Michael Jai White,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Prime Video has a new series coming. Butterfly is in pre-production, and the series includes an all-star cast. This one is not to be missed.
Butterfly is a character-rich spy thriller and family drama that features complex relationships in the world of global espionage.
Here’s everything we know so far about Butterfly. Be sure to bookmark this page since we’ll update it as we receive new information.
Butterfly Cast
The cast for Butterfly has slowly been revealed since last fall as more information about the spy thriller has been released.
Daniel Dae Kim will play the leading role and be the executive producer. Kim stars as David Jung, a former U.S. operative living in South Korea.
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Reina Hardesty portrays Rebecca, a young agent assigned to kill David Jung.
Piper Perabo stars as Juno, an...
Butterfly is a character-rich spy thriller and family drama that features complex relationships in the world of global espionage.
Here’s everything we know so far about Butterfly. Be sure to bookmark this page since we’ll update it as we receive new information.
Butterfly Cast
The cast for Butterfly has slowly been revealed since last fall as more information about the spy thriller has been released.
Daniel Dae Kim will play the leading role and be the executive producer. Kim stars as David Jung, a former U.S. operative living in South Korea.
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Reina Hardesty portrays Rebecca, a young agent assigned to kill David Jung.
Piper Perabo stars as Juno, an...
- 3/6/2024
- by Laura Nowak
- TVfanatic
So, you’ve heard the news? Mark Hamill, our beloved voice of mischief and mayhem, has finally decided to let go of the Joker’s teeth. But why would he ditch such an iconic role? Let’s dive into the nitty-gritty, shall we? Once Upon a Time in Gotham Picture it: the early ’90s, Batman is all the rage, and along comes Mark Hamill, turning the Joker from a mere cartoon villain into a legend. Mark Hamill entered the series in the second episode named “Christmas with The Joker” and single handedly redefined the clown prince of crime as we know him, they...
- 3/6/2024
- by Jane Wiggle
- TVovermind.com
Peacock’s limited suspense thriller Long Bright River, based on the New York Times bestseller by Liz Moore, has added six in recurring roles: Dash Mihok (Ray Donovan), Britne Oldford (Dead Ringers), Matthew Del Negro (City on a Hill), Harriet Sansom Harris (Hacks), Patch Darragh (Succession), and Perry Mattfeld (In the Dark).
Mihok plays Eddie, with Oldford as Aura, Del Negro as Simon, Harris as Mrs. Mahon, Darragh as Sergeant Kevin Ahearn, and Mattfeld as Paula. As previously announced, Amanda Seyfried and Nicholas Pinnock lead a cast, also featuring Ashleigh Cummings, Callum Vinson, and John Doman.
The show follows Seyfried’s police officer, Mickey, as she patrols a Philadelphia neighborhood hard-hit by the opioid crisis. When a series of murders begins in the neighborhood, Mickey realizes that her personal history might be related to the case.
Nikki Toscano and Liz Moore are writing and exec producing, with Toscano serving as showrunner.
Mihok plays Eddie, with Oldford as Aura, Del Negro as Simon, Harris as Mrs. Mahon, Darragh as Sergeant Kevin Ahearn, and Mattfeld as Paula. As previously announced, Amanda Seyfried and Nicholas Pinnock lead a cast, also featuring Ashleigh Cummings, Callum Vinson, and John Doman.
The show follows Seyfried’s police officer, Mickey, as she patrols a Philadelphia neighborhood hard-hit by the opioid crisis. When a series of murders begins in the neighborhood, Mickey realizes that her personal history might be related to the case.
Nikki Toscano and Liz Moore are writing and exec producing, with Toscano serving as showrunner.
- 3/5/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Frank Whaley has signed with TalentWorks for theatrical representation. Since his acclaimed debut opposite Meryl Streep and Jack Nicholson in 1987’s Ironweed, Whaley has appeared in over 80 films including, Pulp Fiction, Field of Dreams, Swimming With Sharks, Swing Kids, Career Opportunities, Born on the Fourth of July, The Doors, Broken Arrow, J.F.K., Red Dragon, School of Rock, World Trade Center, The Freshman, Hoffa, Vacancy, among many others. Recent features are Hustlers opposite Jennifer Lopez, Constance Wu and Cardi B and Monster Trucks for Paramount. On television, he has recurred on Ray Donovan, Interrogation and Luke Cage. He has also appeared on The Blacklist, Gotham, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Empire, Psyche, Sneaky Pete and recently recurred on the Netflix series The Good Cop and on Amazon’s Jack Ryan. Whaley was previously with A3 and continues to be managed by Karen Forman.
Exclusive: Tuc Watkins has signed with Greene Talent for theatrical representation.
Exclusive: Tuc Watkins has signed with Greene Talent for theatrical representation.
- 3/4/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
DC Comics' "Birds of Prey" #7, available May 2024, is written by Kelly Thompson and illustrated by Javier Pina, with covers by Nathan Szerdy, Pablo Villalobos and Sozomaika:
"...new mission, new team. 'Sin' is alive and back with 'Black Canary' in 'Gotham' and the world didn't get destroyed, but the cost was high and nobody's exactly sure what it means yet.
"Then shocking revelations in the wake of the 'Birds' first mission lead 'Dinah' to a conspiracy..."
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"...new mission, new team. 'Sin' is alive and back with 'Black Canary' in 'Gotham' and the world didn't get destroyed, but the cost was high and nobody's exactly sure what it means yet.
"Then shocking revelations in the wake of the 'Birds' first mission lead 'Dinah' to a conspiracy..."
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- 3/2/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
When making The Dark Knight films, Christian Bale and Christopher Nolan had a pact that they would walk away if they were fortunate enough to make three films. The pair stayed true to this vision and concluded their Batman adventure after The Dark Knight Rises. But if Nolan were to make a potential fourth film in the series, one fan had the perfect villain and actor suggestion for the Oppenheimer director.
Fan creates a trailer for a potential fourth film in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy
The fan made a concept trailer in 2012 with clips from previous films and chose The Riddler as the villain for the film. The fan’s choice of actor to play The Riddler was the Oscar-winning actor Casey Affleck. While the fan’s idea of a fourth film never came to fruition, it still has a lot of potential.
Christian Bale Faces Off...
Fan creates a trailer for a potential fourth film in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy
The fan made a concept trailer in 2012 with clips from previous films and chose The Riddler as the villain for the film. The fan’s choice of actor to play The Riddler was the Oscar-winning actor Casey Affleck. While the fan’s idea of a fourth film never came to fruition, it still has a lot of potential.
Christian Bale Faces Off...
- 2/29/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
The upcoming Peacock series adaptation based on the Liz Moore novel “Long Bright River” has added three new series regulars, Variety has learned.
Ashleigh Cummings, Callum Vinson, and John Doman have all joined the show alongside previously announced lead Amanda Seyfried as well as Nicholas Pinnock.
The series is described as a suspense thriller that “tells the story of Mickey (Seyfried), a police officer who patrols a Philadelphia neighborhood hard-hit by the opioid crisis. When a series of murders begins in the neighborhood, Mickey realizes that her personal history might be related to the case.”
Cummings recently appeared in the Amazon epic spy series “Citadeal” and also starred in the AMC series “NOS4A2” and the 2019 feature “The Goldfinch.” Vinson previously appeared in the Syfy series “Chucky,” based on the “Child’s Play” franchise, and the 2023 film “Coup!” among other titles. Doman is known for his roles on shows like HBO’s “The Wire,...
Ashleigh Cummings, Callum Vinson, and John Doman have all joined the show alongside previously announced lead Amanda Seyfried as well as Nicholas Pinnock.
The series is described as a suspense thriller that “tells the story of Mickey (Seyfried), a police officer who patrols a Philadelphia neighborhood hard-hit by the opioid crisis. When a series of murders begins in the neighborhood, Mickey realizes that her personal history might be related to the case.”
Cummings recently appeared in the Amazon epic spy series “Citadeal” and also starred in the AMC series “NOS4A2” and the 2019 feature “The Goldfinch.” Vinson previously appeared in the Syfy series “Chucky,” based on the “Child’s Play” franchise, and the 2023 film “Coup!” among other titles. Doman is known for his roles on shows like HBO’s “The Wire,...
- 2/27/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Ashleigh Cummings (Citadel), Callum Vinson (Chucky), and John Doman (The Wire) have landed roles on Long Bright River, Peacock’s limited suspense thriller led by Amanda Seyfried and Nicholas Pinnock. No word yet on the characters they’ll be playing in this adaptation of Liz Moore’s same-name New York Times bestseller.
The show follows Mickey (Seyfried), a police officer who patrols a Philadelphia neighborhood hard-hit by the opioid crisis. When a series of murders begins in the neighborhood, Mickey realizes that her personal history might be related to the case.
Nikki Toscano and Liz Moore are writing and exec producing, with Toscano serving as showrunner. Neal H. Moritz, Pavun Shetty and Amanda Lewis exec produce for Original Film, along with Amy Pascal for Pascal Pictures, Seyfried, and Russell Rothberg. Hagar Ben-Asher is directing and exec producing the first episode of the show which hails from Sony Pictures Television and UCP,...
The show follows Mickey (Seyfried), a police officer who patrols a Philadelphia neighborhood hard-hit by the opioid crisis. When a series of murders begins in the neighborhood, Mickey realizes that her personal history might be related to the case.
Nikki Toscano and Liz Moore are writing and exec producing, with Toscano serving as showrunner. Neal H. Moritz, Pavun Shetty and Amanda Lewis exec produce for Original Film, along with Amy Pascal for Pascal Pictures, Seyfried, and Russell Rothberg. Hagar Ben-Asher is directing and exec producing the first episode of the show which hails from Sony Pictures Television and UCP,...
- 2/27/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Bill Murray and Naomi Watts are ready to activate their Wonder Twin powers again for The Friend, a new dramatic comedy from director/writer duo Scott McGehee and David Siegel (Montana Story). Murray and Watts lead the project inspired by Sigrid Nunez’s New York Times bestselling novel, with Sarah Pidgeon, Constance Wu, Ann Dowd, and Noma Dumezweni filling out the primary cast.
According to Deadline’s exclusive report, The Friend “follows a New York writer in the aftermath of her lifelong friend and mentor’s unexpected death. Thereafter, she’s left to deal with his complicated literary legacy, three eccentric ex-wives — and a massive, brokenhearted Great Dane named Apollo.”
For a more detailed description, check out the book’s synopsis:
When a woman unexpectedly loses her lifelong best friend and mentor, she finds herself burdened with the unwanted dog he has left behind. Her own battle against grief is...
According to Deadline’s exclusive report, The Friend “follows a New York writer in the aftermath of her lifelong friend and mentor’s unexpected death. Thereafter, she’s left to deal with his complicated literary legacy, three eccentric ex-wives — and a massive, brokenhearted Great Dane named Apollo.”
For a more detailed description, check out the book’s synopsis:
When a woman unexpectedly loses her lifelong best friend and mentor, she finds herself burdened with the unwanted dog he has left behind. Her own battle against grief is...
- 2/26/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Before joining The Walking Dead universe as Pearl Thorne in The Ones Who Live, Lesley-Ann Brandt starred in a variety of roles for TV and film. The South African actor is well-known for taking on projects in horror, fantasy, and other traditionally “nerdy” genres, having appeared in shows like Gotham, The Librarians, and most notably Lucifer.
With a variety of roles under her belt, here’s where else you’ve seen Lesley-Ann Brandt before.
Lucifer
As mentioned previously, Brandt is most known for her role as Lucifer’s (Tom Ellis) right-hand Mazikeen in the hit TV series Lucifer. Mazikeen a.k.a. Maze is known for her fierce loyalty, though she sometimes struggles to adapt her brash nature to the human world. Brandt does a phenomenal job of portraying Maze’s growth from demon with a penchant for sadistic torture to a slightly more vulnerable and human demon with a penchant for sadistic torture.
With a variety of roles under her belt, here’s where else you’ve seen Lesley-Ann Brandt before.
Lucifer
As mentioned previously, Brandt is most known for her role as Lucifer’s (Tom Ellis) right-hand Mazikeen in the hit TV series Lucifer. Mazikeen a.k.a. Maze is known for her fierce loyalty, though she sometimes struggles to adapt her brash nature to the human world. Brandt does a phenomenal job of portraying Maze’s growth from demon with a penchant for sadistic torture to a slightly more vulnerable and human demon with a penchant for sadistic torture.
- 2/26/2024
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
Robert Pattinson’s Batman could have been a part of James Gunn’s Dcu but has since been labeled an Elseworld story, distinct from what will be offered in the Dcu. However, despite the more grounded approach that the character and the universe have taken, it is possible to tie it in with characters like Superman, Wonder Woman, and the wider DC Universe.
Robert Pattinson as Batman in The Batman
Matt Reeves’ version of The Dark Knight will exist in its own little universe for the time being. A different version of Batman will be part of the wider Dcu, one that will make its debut with Damien Wayne as its Robin. However, should the need arise to include Robert Pattinson’s Batman into the mix, multiple avenues are afforded to the Dcu, to stitch the Reeves-verse with the wider Dcu.
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Robert Pattinson as Batman in The Batman
Matt Reeves’ version of The Dark Knight will exist in its own little universe for the time being. A different version of Batman will be part of the wider Dcu, one that will make its debut with Damien Wayne as its Robin. However, should the need arise to include Robert Pattinson’s Batman into the mix, multiple avenues are afforded to the Dcu, to stitch the Reeves-verse with the wider Dcu.
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- 2/25/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The impact of EC Comics cannot be understated, having inspired countless horror creators, including George A. Romero, Stephen King, and many, many more. After nearly 70 years since the last comic book from EC, as first reported by the NY Times, Oni Press has partnered with William M. Gaines Agent, Inc. to introduce new EC Comics! Starting this summer, Epitaphs From The Abyss #1 and Cruel Universe #1 will kick off brand-new stories from some of today's best comic book writers, and we have all the details:
"Oni Press – the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic fiction for more than 25 years – is proud to announce a brand-new publishing partnership with William M. Gaines Agent, Inc. that will see the full-fledged return of EC Comics to comic shop and bookstore shelves worldwide with a slate of all-new series beginning in the summer of 2024.
Beginning with Epitaphs From The Abyss...
"Oni Press – the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic fiction for more than 25 years – is proud to announce a brand-new publishing partnership with William M. Gaines Agent, Inc. that will see the full-fledged return of EC Comics to comic shop and bookstore shelves worldwide with a slate of all-new series beginning in the summer of 2024.
Beginning with Epitaphs From The Abyss...
- 2/19/2024
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Despite being significantly hit by the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes in 2023, U.K. film studios and production facilities are looking to pick back up where they left off after a record-breaking year for film and high-end television production spend in 2022.
When asked what the industry can expect in terms of business in the year ahead, Samantha Perahia, head of production U.K. at the British Film Commission, says she feels positive that demand “is going to be ramping up.”
She continues, “We already know that some of our studio facilities in the U.K. are getting very busy. While not every facility in the U.K. is jampacked again, there seems to be some momentum now, which is very welcome.”
The production spend in the U.K. jumped from £726 million ($376 million) in 2016 to $7.8 billion in 2022. At the same time, the U.K. considerably expanded its studio and stage provision to...
When asked what the industry can expect in terms of business in the year ahead, Samantha Perahia, head of production U.K. at the British Film Commission, says she feels positive that demand “is going to be ramping up.”
She continues, “We already know that some of our studio facilities in the U.K. are getting very busy. While not every facility in the U.K. is jampacked again, there seems to be some momentum now, which is very welcome.”
The production spend in the U.K. jumped from £726 million ($376 million) in 2016 to $7.8 billion in 2022. At the same time, the U.K. considerably expanded its studio and stage provision to...
- 2/18/2024
- by Rafa Sales Ross
- Variety Film + TV
Initially, the idea of getting a Suicide Squad game from the studio that blessed the industry with the Arkhamverse seemed like an exciting prospect. However, things started going downhill when Rocksteady revealed that Kill the Justice League would be a live-service title.
That doesn’t even scratch the surface of all of the massive hindrances that the game had to face leading up to its release, ranging from numerous leaks to a disastrous early access launch.
All of these things definitely didn’t help Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League‘s reputation, but it seems that even after giving the game a fair chance, the majority of players have decided to spend their time doing something more worthy of it.
The Steam Charts for Suicide Squad Aren’t Looking Good Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League only managed to reach an all-time peak of just over 13,000 players on Steam.
One...
That doesn’t even scratch the surface of all of the massive hindrances that the game had to face leading up to its release, ranging from numerous leaks to a disastrous early access launch.
All of these things definitely didn’t help Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League‘s reputation, but it seems that even after giving the game a fair chance, the majority of players have decided to spend their time doing something more worthy of it.
The Steam Charts for Suicide Squad Aren’t Looking Good Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League only managed to reach an all-time peak of just over 13,000 players on Steam.
One...
- 2/17/2024
- by Osama Farooq
- FandomWire
Charles Melton’s awards campaign for his breakout role in “May December” started in May when the Todd Haynes drama co-starring Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman premiered at Cannes.
Since then, Melton has gone on to receive a slew of award nominations and wins. He picked up Golden Globe and Independent Spirit Award noms and won a Gotham for outstanding supporting performance.
Fans of the film, however, were disappointed when Melton didn’t receive an Oscar nomination, and the movie only earned one for original screenplay.
But, I’m glad to report that Melton is doing just fine. “I’m happy,” Melton told me Wednesday night at Cultured’s art and film issue dinner (Melton and Lakeith Stanfield appear on separate covers of the magazine). “I just got back from Hawaii. I was just relaxing and processing and getting a nice little suntan. I reconnected with my friends and family...
Since then, Melton has gone on to receive a slew of award nominations and wins. He picked up Golden Globe and Independent Spirit Award noms and won a Gotham for outstanding supporting performance.
Fans of the film, however, were disappointed when Melton didn’t receive an Oscar nomination, and the movie only earned one for original screenplay.
But, I’m glad to report that Melton is doing just fine. “I’m happy,” Melton told me Wednesday night at Cultured’s art and film issue dinner (Melton and Lakeith Stanfield appear on separate covers of the magazine). “I just got back from Hawaii. I was just relaxing and processing and getting a nice little suntan. I reconnected with my friends and family...
- 2/15/2024
- by Marc Malkin
- Variety Film + TV
Director Todd Phillips celebrated Valentine’s Day by sharing three new images from his forthcoming sequel Joker: Folie à Deux. The stills, shared on Instagram and geo-tagged as Gotham City, reveal stars Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga as the Joker and Harley Quinn in romantic situations.
“Hoping your day is full of love,” Phillips wrote, adding the film’s release date of Oct. 4, 2024. Two of the photos feature Phoenix in his classic Joker makeup, while one shows the comic book couple nose to nose.
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“Hoping your day is full of love,” Phillips wrote, adding the film’s release date of Oct. 4, 2024. Two of the photos feature Phoenix in his classic Joker makeup, while one shows the comic book couple nose to nose.
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- 2/15/2024
- by Emily Zemler
- Rollingstone.com
Every studio wants its own massive cinematic universe. Though many have tried (never forget the Dark Universe), none have managed to be nearly as successful as the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Sony's equivalent, the universe formerly known as Sony Pictures Universe of Marvel Characters (or Spumc), is now four movies deep (with at least two more coming this year). All the movies so far have revolved around supporting characters in the "Spider-Man" comics, mostly villains, but that's about to change this weekend.
The latest entry in Sony's Marvel universe is "Madame Web," the first movie that doesn't center on a villain, but instead, focuses on a hero and ally of Spider-Man. A sign of the downfall of civilization, or just the latest proof of superhero fatigue, "Madame Web" follows Cassandra Webb, a paramedic who discovers she has the spider-like ability to see the future. She takes it upon herself to...
The latest entry in Sony's Marvel universe is "Madame Web," the first movie that doesn't center on a villain, but instead, focuses on a hero and ally of Spider-Man. A sign of the downfall of civilization, or just the latest proof of superhero fatigue, "Madame Web" follows Cassandra Webb, a paramedic who discovers she has the spider-like ability to see the future. She takes it upon herself to...
- 2/14/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
This article contains spoilers for "Madame Web."
While Miles Morales is thriving with an Oscar-winning film and an Oscar-nominated sequel, Peter Parker's future in film is uncertain. After the end of Tom Holland's trilogy, the partnership between Marvel and Sony has been nebulous. Sure, there was that "Morbius" post-credits scene, but things have been very quiet when it comes to the future of Tom Holland as Peter Parker.
It doesn't help that, in the time since "No Way Home," Sony has been making moves in their own universe, from the upcoming "Kraven the Hunter," hopes of another go at "Sinister Six," and even a live-action Miles Morales movie. All of this indicates that Sony wants a big spidey-future that does not depend on Marvel Studios. This includes "Madame Web," the latest movie that seems like it should involve Spider-Man, yet doesn't. The movie focuses on a different spider-powered hero...
While Miles Morales is thriving with an Oscar-winning film and an Oscar-nominated sequel, Peter Parker's future in film is uncertain. After the end of Tom Holland's trilogy, the partnership between Marvel and Sony has been nebulous. Sure, there was that "Morbius" post-credits scene, but things have been very quiet when it comes to the future of Tom Holland as Peter Parker.
It doesn't help that, in the time since "No Way Home," Sony has been making moves in their own universe, from the upcoming "Kraven the Hunter," hopes of another go at "Sinister Six," and even a live-action Miles Morales movie. All of this indicates that Sony wants a big spidey-future that does not depend on Marvel Studios. This includes "Madame Web," the latest movie that seems like it should involve Spider-Man, yet doesn't. The movie focuses on a different spider-powered hero...
- 2/14/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Exclusive: Gotham Award winner Dawn Porter (Luther: Never Too Much) will direct and produce a documentary about one of the most iconic, politically-charged partnerships in history: the remarkable, largely untold story of Nelson and Winnie Mandela. She’ll also produce through her Trilogy Films, alongside the Schultz Family Foundation.
Based on Winnie and Nelson: Portrait of a Marriage, a book by noted South African writer and scholar Jonny Steinberg, the film will explore the Mandelas’ profound bond and how their marriage was inextricably entangled with the struggle against apartheid. The film promises an intimate portrayal of Nelson and Winnie’s marriage, delving into their vehement and volatile connection from their early years to their mutual goal of dismantling apartheid. Their journey culminates in Nelson Mandela’s historic election as South Africa’s first democratically elected President.
Nelson Mandela and wife Winnie
The project marks the Schultz Family Foundation’s first...
Based on Winnie and Nelson: Portrait of a Marriage, a book by noted South African writer and scholar Jonny Steinberg, the film will explore the Mandelas’ profound bond and how their marriage was inextricably entangled with the struggle against apartheid. The film promises an intimate portrayal of Nelson and Winnie’s marriage, delving into their vehement and volatile connection from their early years to their mutual goal of dismantling apartheid. Their journey culminates in Nelson Mandela’s historic election as South Africa’s first democratically elected President.
Nelson Mandela and wife Winnie
The project marks the Schultz Family Foundation’s first...
- 2/13/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Dylan Gelula (Dream Scenario) has joined Paramount Pictures’ untitled sequel to Smile, the 2022 horror thriller from Parker Finn, which went on to outsized success in theaters after initially being set to debut on Paramount+.
The actress joins an ensemble that also includes Naomi Scott, Lukas Gage, Kyle Gallner and Rosemarie DeWitt, as previously announced.
Details as to the plot and cast members’ roles are under wraps. But Finn has returned to direct from his own script, with Temple Hill producing. The sequel is slated for release on October 18, 2024, when it will go up against an unnamed title from Universal Pictures.
Grossing over $217M at the worldwide box office, Smile was one of the great, unexpected box office successes of 2022. One of a number of original studio horror films of late to expand into a franchise, pic tells the story of Dr. Rose Cotter (Sosie Bacon), a psychiatrist who becomes...
The actress joins an ensemble that also includes Naomi Scott, Lukas Gage, Kyle Gallner and Rosemarie DeWitt, as previously announced.
Details as to the plot and cast members’ roles are under wraps. But Finn has returned to direct from his own script, with Temple Hill producing. The sequel is slated for release on October 18, 2024, when it will go up against an unnamed title from Universal Pictures.
Grossing over $217M at the worldwide box office, Smile was one of the great, unexpected box office successes of 2022. One of a number of original studio horror films of late to expand into a franchise, pic tells the story of Dr. Rose Cotter (Sosie Bacon), a psychiatrist who becomes...
- 2/12/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Rachel’s boss has officially entered the chat.
After ominous foreshadowing, Tuesday’s episode of Quantum Leap finally introduced Gideon Ridge, the mysterious mogul who Ian had partnered with out of desperation to find Ben. Gideon, played by James Frain, was the only person with the money and access to make the quantum chip, which was instrumental in locating Ben, who went missing for three years.
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After ominous foreshadowing, Tuesday’s episode of Quantum Leap finally introduced Gideon Ridge, the mysterious mogul who Ian had partnered with out of desperation to find Ben. Gideon, played by James Frain, was the only person with the money and access to make the quantum chip, which was instrumental in locating Ben, who went missing for three years.
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- 2/7/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
Horror icon Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, Suitable Flesh) and more join Faith Based actor Luke Barnett in the creepy thriller Teacher’s Pet.
The upcoming thriller centers on “a malevolent new high school teacher with a sinister past who becomes disturbingly fixated on a brilliant female student. As he unveils his true sociopathic nature, the young woman is forced to navigate a treacherous battle of wits to survive high school.”
A perfect recipe for intense, skin-crawling thrills.
Sara Tomko (“Resident Alien”), Drew Powell (“Gotham”), newcomer Michelle Torian, Kevin Makely (“Young Rock”), Clayton Royal Johnson (“Stranger Things”), Alexe-Anne Godin, Richard Handley (The Black String), and Alexis DawTyne have also joined the cast alongside Crampton and Barnett.
Teacher’s Pet is written and directed by Noam Kroll.
The official logline for Teacher’s Pet follows “a gifted high school senior (Torian) whose charismatic new teacher (Barnett) offers an escape from her turbulent life, but as the year progresses,...
The upcoming thriller centers on “a malevolent new high school teacher with a sinister past who becomes disturbingly fixated on a brilliant female student. As he unveils his true sociopathic nature, the young woman is forced to navigate a treacherous battle of wits to survive high school.”
A perfect recipe for intense, skin-crawling thrills.
Sara Tomko (“Resident Alien”), Drew Powell (“Gotham”), newcomer Michelle Torian, Kevin Makely (“Young Rock”), Clayton Royal Johnson (“Stranger Things”), Alexe-Anne Godin, Richard Handley (The Black String), and Alexis DawTyne have also joined the cast alongside Crampton and Barnett.
Teacher’s Pet is written and directed by Noam Kroll.
The official logline for Teacher’s Pet follows “a gifted high school senior (Torian) whose charismatic new teacher (Barnett) offers an escape from her turbulent life, but as the year progresses,...
- 2/5/2024
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Jason Reitman is staying mighty busy these days. Less than 24 hours after the release of the latest trailer for "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire," four major casting announcements were made for his next project, "SNL 1975." The film will attempt to tell the true story of what went on behind the scenes before the broadcast premiere of "Saturday Night Live" on NBC, highlighting the real-time bedlam with some of the most legendary names in American comedy. Reitman co-wrote the script with his "Ghostbusters" collaborator Gil Kenan and is basing the story on the firsthand accounts of those who were there. Lest we forget, Reitman's father is the legendary Ivan Reitman, so these comedy titans were the friends and colleagues of the family. If anyone can get serious insight, it's Reitman.
The first wave of cast announcements included some serious heavy hitters, with "The Fabelmans" star Gabriel Labelle landing the role of Lorne Michaels,...
The first wave of cast announcements included some serious heavy hitters, with "The Fabelmans" star Gabriel Labelle landing the role of Lorne Michaels,...
- 1/30/2024
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Hold onto your sides and prepare yourself for stitches because the SNL 1975 cast is ready to welcome four new players to the stage. Lamorne Morris, Dylan O’Brien, Cory Micheal Smith, and Matt Wood will play Garrett Morris, Dan Aykroyd, Chevy Chase, and John Belushi, respectively. They join previously announced cast members Ella Hunt as Gilda Radner, Emily Fairn as Laraine Newman, and Kim Matula as Jane Curtin.
Jason Reitman will direct SNL 1975 and co-write the screenplay with Gil Keenan. SNL 1975 explores the evening of October 11, 1975, when “a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television forever. SNL 1975 is the true story of what happened behind the scenes that night in the moments leading up to the first broadcast of NBC’s Saturday Night Live. It depicts the chaos and magic of a revolution that almost wasn’t, counting down the minutes in real-time to the infamous words,...
Jason Reitman will direct SNL 1975 and co-write the screenplay with Gil Keenan. SNL 1975 explores the evening of October 11, 1975, when “a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television forever. SNL 1975 is the true story of what happened behind the scenes that night in the moments leading up to the first broadcast of NBC’s Saturday Night Live. It depicts the chaos and magic of a revolution that almost wasn’t, counting down the minutes in real-time to the infamous words,...
- 1/30/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Lamorne Morris, Dylan O’Brien, Cory Michael Smith and Matt Wood have joined the cast of Sony Pictures’ SNL 1975 that will be directed by Jason Reitman and based on the real-life behind the scenes accounts of the opening night of Saturday Night Live. Morris will play Garrett Morris, O’Brien will play Dan Aykroyd, Smith will play Chevy Chase, and Wood will play Belushi. The original screenplay is written by Reitman and Gil Kenan.
On October 11, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television forever. SNL 1975 is the true story of what happened behind the scenes that night in the moments leading up to the first broadcast of NBC’s SNL. It depicts the chaos and magic of a revolution that almost wasn’t, counting down the minutes in real time to the infamous words, “Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night!”
The screenplay is...
On October 11, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television forever. SNL 1975 is the true story of what happened behind the scenes that night in the moments leading up to the first broadcast of NBC’s SNL. It depicts the chaos and magic of a revolution that almost wasn’t, counting down the minutes in real time to the infamous words, “Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night!”
The screenplay is...
- 1/30/2024
- by Justin Kroll and Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
"Say Anything" marked America's transition into the 1990s by sealing off the heyday of feel-good high-school rom-coms and goth rock in the '80s. It was a major and much-needed send-off that is probably still an all-time favorite among many a Gen-x-er today.
The coming-of-age hit from 20th Century Fox featured breakout stars like John Cusack and Ione Skye. Even the supporting roles were played by soon-to-be major players like Pamela Adlon or the children of mega-famous stars like Jason Gould.
But not every actor featured in the 1989 romance movie survived into 2024. Unfortunately, John Mahoney, who played Diane's hypercritical (and hypocritical) father, James Court, passed away back in 2018. The late actor was the oldest major cast member by quite a few years and was in his late 70s when he passed. Before his death, Mahoney had an incredible career in film and television — his supporting role as Martin Crane in...
The coming-of-age hit from 20th Century Fox featured breakout stars like John Cusack and Ione Skye. Even the supporting roles were played by soon-to-be major players like Pamela Adlon or the children of mega-famous stars like Jason Gould.
But not every actor featured in the 1989 romance movie survived into 2024. Unfortunately, John Mahoney, who played Diane's hypercritical (and hypocritical) father, James Court, passed away back in 2018. The late actor was the oldest major cast member by quite a few years and was in his late 70s when he passed. Before his death, Mahoney had an incredible career in film and television — his supporting role as Martin Crane in...
- 1/27/2024
- by Shae Sennett
- Slash Film
If you’ve been wondering about that potential Fire Country spinoff, we’ve got a little something to pique your interest.
If there was any doubt that CBS hoped to turn Fire Country into the next franchise, a la NCIS or FBI, this casting decision shows they’re hoping to do just that.
Deadline reported today that the spinoff has found its lead.
Morena Baccarin has landed the role of a sheriff, poised to headline a series if the character takes off during Fire Country Season 2.
Earlier reports suggested that this role could play a larger part on the second season and, if popular, spin off to a series of its own.
However, this news suggests that the role might be for one upcoming episode of the series rather than a recurring role that would allow viewers to get to know her a bit before spinning off the canvas.
Fire Country...
If there was any doubt that CBS hoped to turn Fire Country into the next franchise, a la NCIS or FBI, this casting decision shows they’re hoping to do just that.
Deadline reported today that the spinoff has found its lead.
Morena Baccarin has landed the role of a sheriff, poised to headline a series if the character takes off during Fire Country Season 2.
Earlier reports suggested that this role could play a larger part on the second season and, if popular, spin off to a series of its own.
However, this news suggests that the role might be for one upcoming episode of the series rather than a recurring role that would allow viewers to get to know her a bit before spinning off the canvas.
Fire Country...
- 1/23/2024
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
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