Confirmation that the Zack Snyder cut of Justice League is heading to HBO Max opened up a host of questions about the future of the Dceu, and one of the most burning of all concerns the involvement of Ben Affleck as Batman. Rumors that the Gone Girl star will return to shoot new scenes and complete his character arc started circling when the project was announced, but they were seemingly shot down on Twitter earlier this month by Heroic Hollywood’s Umberto Gonzalez.
However, that doesn’t appear to be the end of the speculation as the leaker who originally broke the Batfleck news – Taylor Murphy at The Cultured Nerd – is vehemently standing by his claims and has presented apparent evidence backing up the legitimacy of his sources.
During an appearance on the LightCast Podcast, Murphy insisted that his intel on Affleck is accurate and confirmed that it came from...
However, that doesn’t appear to be the end of the speculation as the leaker who originally broke the Batfleck news – Taylor Murphy at The Cultured Nerd – is vehemently standing by his claims and has presented apparent evidence backing up the legitimacy of his sources.
During an appearance on the LightCast Podcast, Murphy insisted that his intel on Affleck is accurate and confirmed that it came from...
- 7/14/2020
- by Mark Langshaw
- We Got This Covered
With the news that Zack Snyder’s Justice League is on its way and Michael Keaton is in talks to return as Batman in the Dceu, it feels like DC’s past is colliding with its present. Likewise, evidence is building that Ben Affleck, once thought to be done as the Dark Knight for good, is due to return to the franchise to don the Batsuit once again. In fact, according to the latest intel, he’s already signed a contract and an official announcement is imminent.
The Cultured Nerd’s Taylor Murphy, who already reported that Affleck had closed the deal, recently elaborated on what his sources have told him. Murphy claims that Affleck’s all set to return as the Batman and Warner Bros. will come clean with the news at some point over the next two months, either at DC FanDome (August 22nd) or Justice Con (July...
The Cultured Nerd’s Taylor Murphy, who already reported that Affleck had closed the deal, recently elaborated on what his sources have told him. Murphy claims that Affleck’s all set to return as the Batman and Warner Bros. will come clean with the news at some point over the next two months, either at DC FanDome (August 22nd) or Justice Con (July...
- 7/3/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
Clare Niederpruem’s adaptation of “Little Women” is billed as “the first-ever modern cinematic retelling of the classic story.” (Apparently they’re not counting the 2012 TV movie “The March Sisters at Christmas.”) This sounds like a promising approach; Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel was published 150 years ago, yet it remains as relevant as ever.
Alcott’s books grappled with the place of girls and women (and also boys and men) in the world, so there will always be room for thoughtful adaptations of her work. Indeed, this year brought a well-received miniseries to PBS, and Greta Gerwig is currently working on an interpretation starring Saoirse Ronan and Meryl Streep. Plus, of course, parents still show kids their own favorite versions, from 1933, 1949 and 1994.
But these efforts reflected a crucial understanding missing from Niederpruem’s feature debut: that we are all Jo. The girls in this contemporary retelling — which was produced...
Alcott’s books grappled with the place of girls and women (and also boys and men) in the world, so there will always be room for thoughtful adaptations of her work. Indeed, this year brought a well-received miniseries to PBS, and Greta Gerwig is currently working on an interpretation starring Saoirse Ronan and Meryl Streep. Plus, of course, parents still show kids their own favorite versions, from 1933, 1949 and 1994.
But these efforts reflected a crucial understanding missing from Niederpruem’s feature debut: that we are all Jo. The girls in this contemporary retelling — which was produced...
- 9/27/2018
- by Elizabeth Weitzman
- The Wrap
This story originally appeared on Essence.com.
As the world mourns and reflects on the life of Charlie Murphy, his last tweet offers a glimpse into life of the late comedian.
Murphy died after a battle with leukemia in New York City Wednesday. The actor, also the brother of Eddie Murphy, was a faithful tweeter. While it’s unclear if Murphy personally tweeted from his own phone, his account regularly sent out a tweet every morning and night. And in his last message to the world, Murphy appeared to be reflecting on the past.
One to Sleep On: Release the...
As the world mourns and reflects on the life of Charlie Murphy, his last tweet offers a glimpse into life of the late comedian.
Murphy died after a battle with leukemia in New York City Wednesday. The actor, also the brother of Eddie Murphy, was a faithful tweeter. While it’s unclear if Murphy personally tweeted from his own phone, his account regularly sent out a tweet every morning and night. And in his last message to the world, Murphy appeared to be reflecting on the past.
One to Sleep On: Release the...
- 4/13/2017
- by Veronica Hilbring
- PEOPLE.com
An outpour of actors and comedians are paying tribute to the late Charlie Murphy, Eddie Murphy‘s older brother, who reportedly passed away at the age of 57 after a battle with leukemia.
According to TMZ, Charlie died in a New York City hospital. His manager reportedly said he had been battling leukemia and going through chemotherapy treatment.
After learning about his death, Chris Rock, Kevin Hart, Ice Cube and many more took to social media to remember the late actor, who rose to fame as a recurring performer on Comedy Central’s Chappelle’s Show from 2003-4.
“We just lost...
According to TMZ, Charlie died in a New York City hospital. His manager reportedly said he had been battling leukemia and going through chemotherapy treatment.
After learning about his death, Chris Rock, Kevin Hart, Ice Cube and many more took to social media to remember the late actor, who rose to fame as a recurring performer on Comedy Central’s Chappelle’s Show from 2003-4.
“We just lost...
- 4/12/2017
- by Natalie Stone
- PEOPLE.com
Charlie Murphy, Eddie Murphy's older brother and a staple on Chappelle's Show, has died, Et can confirm.
A manager for Murphy tells Et that the comedian died Wednesday morning at New York Presbyterian Hospital from leukemia. His death was unexpected.
Murphy was 57 years old.
Pics: Stars We've Lost In Recent Years
On Wednesday, the Murphy family sent out a statement, thanking fans for their support.
"Our hearts are heavy with the loss today of our son, brother, father, uncle and friend Charlie," the statement reads. "Charlie filled our family with love and laughter and there won't be a day that goes by that his presence will not be missed. Thank you for the outpouring of condolences and prayers. We respectfully ask for privacy during this time of great loss for all of us."
The late comedian's last tweet was on Wednesday morning, inspiring his fans to work hard.
Murphy recently toured with Cedric the Entertainer, [link...
A manager for Murphy tells Et that the comedian died Wednesday morning at New York Presbyterian Hospital from leukemia. His death was unexpected.
Murphy was 57 years old.
Pics: Stars We've Lost In Recent Years
On Wednesday, the Murphy family sent out a statement, thanking fans for their support.
"Our hearts are heavy with the loss today of our son, brother, father, uncle and friend Charlie," the statement reads. "Charlie filled our family with love and laughter and there won't be a day that goes by that his presence will not be missed. Thank you for the outpouring of condolences and prayers. We respectfully ask for privacy during this time of great loss for all of us."
The late comedian's last tweet was on Wednesday morning, inspiring his fans to work hard.
Murphy recently toured with Cedric the Entertainer, [link...
- 4/12/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Charlie Murphy, the older brother of Eddie Murphy, a Chappelle's Show star and an accomplished comedian in his own right, died Wednesday in New York City. He was 57. Murphy's publicist confirmed the comedian's death to Rolling Stone, adding that the cause of death was leukemia.
"Our hearts are heavy with the loss today of our son, brother, father, uncle and friend Charlie," the Murphy family said in a statement. "Charlie filled our family with love and laughter and there won’t be a day that goes by that his presence will not be missed.
"Our hearts are heavy with the loss today of our son, brother, father, uncle and friend Charlie," the Murphy family said in a statement. "Charlie filled our family with love and laughter and there won’t be a day that goes by that his presence will not be missed.
- 4/12/2017
- Rollingstone.com
Charlie Murphy, Eddie Murphy‘s older brother, has died, reports TMZ.
According to the outlet, Charlie died in a New York City hospital. His manager reportedly said he had been battling leukemia and going through chemotherapy treatment.
Charlie served in the United States Navy for six years before starting his career as a comedian. He made his feature film debut alongside brother Eddie in 1989’s Harlem Nights, then went on to appear in CB4 and Night at the Museum in 2006.
Charlie rose to fame as a recurring performer on Comedy Central’s Chappelle’s Show from 2003-4, where he was...
According to the outlet, Charlie died in a New York City hospital. His manager reportedly said he had been battling leukemia and going through chemotherapy treatment.
Charlie served in the United States Navy for six years before starting his career as a comedian. He made his feature film debut alongside brother Eddie in 1989’s Harlem Nights, then went on to appear in CB4 and Night at the Museum in 2006.
Charlie rose to fame as a recurring performer on Comedy Central’s Chappelle’s Show from 2003-4, where he was...
- 4/12/2017
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- PEOPLE.com
Charlie Murphy, Eddie's older brother, and a very successful and popular stand-up comedian in his own right has died ... TMZ has learned. According to Charlie's manager, he died from leukemia Wednesday morning in a NYC hospital. He'd been going undergoing chemotherapy. Family members tell us they're absolutely shocked because they thought he was getting better. We're told the family would call him frequently, and he'd even joke they were calling too much. Charlie famously co-starred...
- 4/12/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
The night games of your younger years take a horrific turn in Nightlight, which is now available on DVD and Digital HD from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. We've been provided with two DVD copies and a pair of Nightlight-themed flashlights to give away.
"Five friends venture into the woods for a night of flashlight games, only to awaken a demonic presence in Nightlight, casting its shadow on DVD (plus Digital) and Digital HD May 26th from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. The film is currently available via On Demand. Featuring performances from a stellar ensemble of up-and-coming young talent including Shelby Young (The Social Network, Wild Child), Chloe Bridges (Family Weekend, TV’s “The Carrie Diaries”) and Carter Jenkins (Valentine’s Day, TV’s “The Following”) along with newcomers Mitch Hewer and Taylor Murphy, Nightlight is told from a singular point of view and employs a groundbreaking storytelling device as a means of heightening suspense,...
"Five friends venture into the woods for a night of flashlight games, only to awaken a demonic presence in Nightlight, casting its shadow on DVD (plus Digital) and Digital HD May 26th from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. The film is currently available via On Demand. Featuring performances from a stellar ensemble of up-and-coming young talent including Shelby Young (The Social Network, Wild Child), Chloe Bridges (Family Weekend, TV’s “The Carrie Diaries”) and Carter Jenkins (Valentine’s Day, TV’s “The Following”) along with newcomers Mitch Hewer and Taylor Murphy, Nightlight is told from a singular point of view and employs a groundbreaking storytelling device as a means of heightening suspense,...
- 5/27/2015
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
I’m starting to think that I should create a boilerplate introduction for generic found footage horror movies, just so I don’t have to keep repeating myself every time another one of these lost puppies ends up at my doorstep. Seriously. It seems like I’m cranking out at least one found footage review a week, most of which are built upon formulaic blocks made of cheap scares, poor production values, and weak storytelling.
My latest shaky-cam foray, Nightlight, is another jumbled found footage romp, but there’s something even sadder about this specific film – it didn’t have to suffer such a fate. There’s a fresh concept hidden beneath weak jolt-tactics and dim flashlights, but it’s never given a chance to breathe. You can’t force an urban legend, and that’s exactly what filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods attempt to do.
Shelby Young stars as Robin,...
My latest shaky-cam foray, Nightlight, is another jumbled found footage romp, but there’s something even sadder about this specific film – it didn’t have to suffer such a fate. There’s a fresh concept hidden beneath weak jolt-tactics and dim flashlights, but it’s never given a chance to breathe. You can’t force an urban legend, and that’s exactly what filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods attempt to do.
Shelby Young stars as Robin,...
- 4/7/2015
- by Matt Donato
- We Got This Covered
If you played games like Ghost in the Graveyard growing up, you might remember the way your skin prickled when you searched the shadows for your friend, who was, in turn, crouched out of sight and waiting to pounce out of the darkness when you got near. Those adrenaline-fueled moments of your youth could be resurrected in Lionsgate's Nightlight, hitting select theaters and VOD later this month. The film follows a group of teens as they head into the haunted Covington forest for a night of games and ghost stories, and we've been provided with an exclusive batch of photos from the film to share with Daily Dead readers:
"For years, the Covington forest has been shrouded in mystery, with a dark past as a final destination for troubled youths. Undeterred by the news of a classmate who recently took his life in those woods, five teens journey into the...
"For years, the Covington forest has been shrouded in mystery, with a dark past as a final destination for troubled youths. Undeterred by the news of a classmate who recently took his life in those woods, five teens journey into the...
- 3/18/2015
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
*full disclosure: an online screener of this film was provided by Lionsgate. Directors/writers: Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. Cast: Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer, Taylor Murphy and Kyle Fain. Nightlight is a micro-budget horror feature from Herrick Entertainment. Shot in Salt Lake City, Utah, the film focuses on several friends and a night game of hide-and-go-seek, with spirits! The story also focuses on the loss of Ethan (Kyle Fain), a depressed, young man. He is shown only in the first few and final few frames. The rest of the film is chock full of chase sequences, dark settings and very little conflict. Even the horror tone of the film slips into thriller territory, with a tale of revenge finally emerging near the end of the picture. Nightlight is an indie film from an up-and-coming group of filmmakers, which is too short on story and full of...
- 3/18/2015
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
A trailer for Scott Beck and Bryan Woods' Nightlight is hosted here. This found footage feature takes place in the Covington Forest. Here, a legend lays waste to several friends as seen in the clip. Nightlight stars Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Mitch Hewer, Taylor Murphy and Carter Jenkins. A preview of the film's March release is available here. For more on the story and the legend, Covington Forest is the site of a brutal death. A classmate, of several friends, perished in these mysterious woods. Now, the surviving classmates are in search of a little fun. Instead of fun, they find real life ghost stories are taking place in their own backyard. Nightlight is an American production. To be released domestically on March 27th, 2015, the film's trailer hosts a frenetic pace, with lots of exciting scenarios; the full trailer is below. Release Date: March 27th, 2015 (Theatrical). Directors: Scott Beck and Bryan Woods.
- 2/19/2015
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Welcome to another trailer round-up! Barry Burton fans are in for a treat with the latest Resident Evil Revelations 2 trailer, the found footage horror film Nightlight debuted its first trailer, and we have a look at The Woods Movie, The Blair Witch Project documentary that premieres later this month at Film4 FrightFest in Glasgow, Scotland.
Resident Evil Revelations 2 (Episode 1 now available from Capcom): "He’s back! Fan favorite and classic S.T.A.R.S. member Barry Burton will be returning in Resident Evil Revelations 2. The man himself can be seen in the brand new reveal trailer and new batch of screenshots just released on the press site. Headed for the remote prison island in search of his missing daughter, Moira Burton, Barry meets brand new character Natalia Korda, a little girl who has a strange power that allows her to sense enemies and hidden items. Using this skill...
Resident Evil Revelations 2 (Episode 1 now available from Capcom): "He’s back! Fan favorite and classic S.T.A.R.S. member Barry Burton will be returning in Resident Evil Revelations 2. The man himself can be seen in the brand new reveal trailer and new batch of screenshots just released on the press site. Headed for the remote prison island in search of his missing daughter, Moira Burton, Barry meets brand new character Natalia Korda, a little girl who has a strange power that allows her to sense enemies and hidden items. Using this skill...
- 2/19/2015
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Some quick news is coming in for the latest found footage flick, Nightlight, as Screen Daily reports that Synchronicity Entertainment is partnering with Film Arcade to get the film a theatrical release.
As reported earlier, Lionsgate will handle VOD and home video. Scott Beck and Bryan Woods directed what is being styled as an innovative take on the found footage genre told from a singular point of view.
Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer and Taylor Murphy star in the story of five friends who head to the woods for fun and games and disturb a demonic presence.
Norton Herrick, Michael London, Darren Brandl and Janice Williams produce and Gregory Plotkin, Kelly Mullen, Peter D Graves and Mike Herrick are the executive producers.
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As reported earlier, Lionsgate will handle VOD and home video. Scott Beck and Bryan Woods directed what is being styled as an innovative take on the found footage genre told from a singular point of view.
Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer and Taylor Murphy star in the story of five friends who head to the woods for fun and games and disturb a demonic presence.
Norton Herrick, Michael London, Darren Brandl and Janice Williams produce and Gregory Plotkin, Kelly Mullen, Peter D Graves and Mike Herrick are the executive producers.
More soon!
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- 5/28/2014
- by Steve Barton
- DreadCentral.com
Synchronicity Entertainment, a division of The Solution Entertainment Group, has picked up international rights to the supernatural thriller Nightlight. The film will make its market premiere at the Cannes Film Market. Lionsgate already has the Us rights.Five friends venture into the woods for flashlight games, only to disturb a demonic presence. Told from a singular point of view, Nightlight employs a groundbreaking storytelling device as a means of heightening suspense, while turning the found footage genre on its head.Nightlight was written and directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. They have been production partners for many short and feature films for the past few years. Their film stars Shelby Young (The Social Network), Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins (The Following), Mitch Hewer (UK Skins), and Taylor Murphy....
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- 5/8/2014
- Screen Anarchy
More footage has been found (though we're still uncertain who's actively looking for this stuff) by Lionsgate who're hoping audiences everywhere will flick on their Nightlight to check it out. Dramamine, which can be helpful, is not included.
Screen Daily reports that Synchronicity Entertainment president of international distribution Ruzanna Kegeyan, who heads The Solution Entertainment Group division, will kick off talks with Cannes buyers on the supernatural thriller.
Nightlight will screen at the market and will open in the Us through Lionsgate.
Scott Beck and Bryan Woods directed what is being styled as an innovative take on the found footage genre told from a singular point of view. Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer and Taylor Murphy star in the story of five friends who head to the woods for fun and games and disturb a demonic presence.
Norton Herrick, Michael London, Darren Brandl and Janice Williams produce and Gregory Plotkin,...
Screen Daily reports that Synchronicity Entertainment president of international distribution Ruzanna Kegeyan, who heads The Solution Entertainment Group division, will kick off talks with Cannes buyers on the supernatural thriller.
Nightlight will screen at the market and will open in the Us through Lionsgate.
Scott Beck and Bryan Woods directed what is being styled as an innovative take on the found footage genre told from a singular point of view. Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer and Taylor Murphy star in the story of five friends who head to the woods for fun and games and disturb a demonic presence.
Norton Herrick, Michael London, Darren Brandl and Janice Williams produce and Gregory Plotkin,...
- 5/7/2014
- by Steve Barton
- DreadCentral.com
Exclusive: Synchronicity Entertainment president of international distribution Ruzanna Kegeyan, who heads The Solution Entertainment Group division, will kick off talks with Cannes buyers on the supernatural thriller.
Nightlight will screen at the market and will open in the Us through Lionsgate.
Scott Beck and Bryan Woods directed what is being styled as an innovative take on the found footage genre told from a singular point of view.
Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer and Taylor Murphy star in the story of five friends who head to the woods for fun and games and disturb a demonic presence.
Norton Herrick, Michael London, Darren Brandl and Janice Williams produce and Gregory Plotkin, Kelly Mullen, Peter D Graves and Mike Herrick are the executive producers.
Nightlight will screen at the market and will open in the Us through Lionsgate.
Scott Beck and Bryan Woods directed what is being styled as an innovative take on the found footage genre told from a singular point of view.
Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer and Taylor Murphy star in the story of five friends who head to the woods for fun and games and disturb a demonic presence.
Norton Herrick, Michael London, Darren Brandl and Janice Williams produce and Gregory Plotkin, Kelly Mullen, Peter D Graves and Mike Herrick are the executive producers.
- 5/7/2014
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
Word has come that filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods have completed shooting Nightlight, a supernatural thriller told from a single perspective. So when will we be seeing it from our perspective? That's yet to be determined. Read on for the latest!
Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer, and Taylor Murphy star with Herrick Entertainment producing and financing. According to the company's website, the story goes like this:
Synopsis
Nightlight is a unique suspense thriller revolving around five teenage friends playing a game in the woods that goes awry over the course of one long night. The movie will be told from a singular point of view, employing an unusual storytelling device as a means of heightening suspense. The sixth character in the film is the woods themselves, a mysterious forest with a long history as a beacon for troubled young people contemplating suicide. The movie has elements...
Shelby Young, Chloe Bridges, Carter Jenkins, Mitch Hewer, and Taylor Murphy star with Herrick Entertainment producing and financing. According to the company's website, the story goes like this:
Synopsis
Nightlight is a unique suspense thriller revolving around five teenage friends playing a game in the woods that goes awry over the course of one long night. The movie will be told from a singular point of view, employing an unusual storytelling device as a means of heightening suspense. The sixth character in the film is the woods themselves, a mysterious forest with a long history as a beacon for troubled young people contemplating suicide. The movie has elements...
- 6/28/2012
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
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