Will Poulter’s arrival in the Hollywood circuit was a nondescript event followed by a splattering of teenage comic roles and anti-heroic sidekicks. It wasn’t until his arc in Jeremy Allen White’s series The Bear that the audience began seeing the actor as a true male lead, worthy not only of the spot at the top but looking every inch deserving of it. Quiet, focused, centered, and gravitational — something about Poulter’s role as Chef Luca drew the audience in like moths to a flame. The attraction to his character didn’t lie in his composed charm but in the unnamed, unspecified weight that he seemed to silently shoulder in his self-isolated corner of the world.
The Bear [Credit: FX]Now that Poulter is reportedly making a comeback in The Bear Season 3, the urgency attached to the series has grown threefold. The weight of his talent can then be...
The Bear [Credit: FX]Now that Poulter is reportedly making a comeback in The Bear Season 3, the urgency attached to the series has grown threefold. The weight of his talent can then be...
- 4/19/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
2023 may yet be remembered as the year the superhero movie died. Peyton Reed's "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" was released in February 2023 and was the first notable comic book-based bomb of the year. The film was notoriously re-jiggered throughout its production, with massive and expensive SFX being finalized up to the last minute. The official budget ballooned to $200 million, although separate reports have pegged the price tag as being closer to that of Disney's notorious box office misfire "John Carter" (which cost $263 million to make). "Quantumania" still grossed $464 million, but that's considered low for a Marvel movie.
Throughout 2023, more bombs dropped as superhero movies either lost money or were considered disappointments. "Shazam! Fury of the Gods," "The Flash," "Blue Beetle," "The Marvels," and "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" all tanked, and while many went to see "Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3," it felt like the last kick in a closing series.
Throughout 2023, more bombs dropped as superhero movies either lost money or were considered disappointments. "Shazam! Fury of the Gods," "The Flash," "Blue Beetle," "The Marvels," and "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" all tanked, and while many went to see "Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3," it felt like the last kick in a closing series.
- 4/18/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
When Guardians of the Galaxy was first announced back in 2014, many were assured this was going to be MCU’s first bomb, as the IP didn’t actually have a dedicated fanbase. On top of that, apart from Zoë Saldana, who was somewhat of a star, no one in the Guardians cast was an A-lister at the time, but as the story goes, James Gunn made it work.
Fast forward to today, the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy stands as one of the best superhero trilogies, whose final entry was lauded as the MCU’s best since Infinity War. And much like the film itself, which was one of the most emotionally heavy movies the cinematic giant had to offer, the last day on set brought Gunn to tears following Chris Pratt and Zoë Saldana’s speeches.
James Gunn Admits Tearing Up During the Last Day on Set
Guardians of the Galaxy...
Fast forward to today, the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy stands as one of the best superhero trilogies, whose final entry was lauded as the MCU’s best since Infinity War. And much like the film itself, which was one of the most emotionally heavy movies the cinematic giant had to offer, the last day on set brought Gunn to tears following Chris Pratt and Zoë Saldana’s speeches.
James Gunn Admits Tearing Up During the Last Day on Set
Guardians of the Galaxy...
- 4/16/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Marvel laid off 15 people today in its New York City Marvel Entertainment and Burbank Marvel Studios departments.
According to Deadline, some of the people who were let go were junior employees working on films and shows at Marvel Studios. This comes after Disney CEO Bob Iger announced at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media, and Telecom conference in San Francisco that Disney would be cutting back on shows and films.
He said, “You have to kill things you no longer believe in, and that’s not easy because either you’ve gotten started, you have some sunk costs, or it’s a relationship with either your employees or with the creative community. You’ve got to make those tough calls. We’ve actually made those tough calls. We’ve not been that public about it, but we’ve killed a few projects already, that we just didn’t feel were strong enough.
According to Deadline, some of the people who were let go were junior employees working on films and shows at Marvel Studios. This comes after Disney CEO Bob Iger announced at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media, and Telecom conference in San Francisco that Disney would be cutting back on shows and films.
He said, “You have to kill things you no longer believe in, and that’s not easy because either you’ve gotten started, you have some sunk costs, or it’s a relationship with either your employees or with the creative community. You’ve got to make those tough calls. We’ve actually made those tough calls. We’ve not been that public about it, but we’ve killed a few projects already, that we just didn’t feel were strong enough.
- 4/15/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
‘Queen Rock Montreal’ with IMAX Enhanced sound comes to Disney+ in May, followed by nearly 20 Marvel films that will incorporate the tecnology.
Disney+ wants to bring the power of IMAX to your home screens. The streamer has announced that starting May 15, it will begin offering select titles with IMAX Enhanced sound, a dynamic experience offering the highest fidelity for superior listening. The announcement marks Disney’s latest move to improve its streaming platform and is designed to get the company one step closer to becoming the “ultimate streaming destination” that company CEO Bob Iger believes Disney+ can be.
The “Queen Rock Montreal” concert movie will be the first to use IMAX Enhanced sound technology. Disney+ will also upgrade 18 Marvel films to work with IMAX Enhanced Sound. The sound experience can be enjoyed on a wide range of devices, including those manufactured by Sony, Hisense, Sharp, and more. Sign Up Now $7.99+ / month disneyplus.
Disney+ wants to bring the power of IMAX to your home screens. The streamer has announced that starting May 15, it will begin offering select titles with IMAX Enhanced sound, a dynamic experience offering the highest fidelity for superior listening. The announcement marks Disney’s latest move to improve its streaming platform and is designed to get the company one step closer to becoming the “ultimate streaming destination” that company CEO Bob Iger believes Disney+ can be.
The “Queen Rock Montreal” concert movie will be the first to use IMAX Enhanced sound technology. Disney+ will also upgrade 18 Marvel films to work with IMAX Enhanced Sound. The sound experience can be enjoyed on a wide range of devices, including those manufactured by Sony, Hisense, Sharp, and more. Sign Up Now $7.99+ / month disneyplus.
- 4/15/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Following its record-breaking success as the biggest IMAX exclusive event release ever, Queen Rock Montreal will make its global streaming premiere on May 15 on Disney+ as the first concert film available with IMAX Enhanced sound powered by DTS.
It will debut alongside the availability of IMAX Enhanced sound for 18 fan-favorite Marvel films that will immerse subscribers in the action like never before. The announcement was made today by Disney+, IMAX Corporation, and DTS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Xperi Inc.
Subscribers on IMAX Enhanced certified devices will be able to feel the full dynamic range of every heart-pounding moment of the digitally remastered concert film, which captures the world’s most iconic rock band at the very peak of their live powers.
Queen Rock Montreal presents Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon at their most exciting and exhilarating. The original concerts, which took place on November 24 and 25, 1981, were...
It will debut alongside the availability of IMAX Enhanced sound for 18 fan-favorite Marvel films that will immerse subscribers in the action like never before. The announcement was made today by Disney+, IMAX Corporation, and DTS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Xperi Inc.
Subscribers on IMAX Enhanced certified devices will be able to feel the full dynamic range of every heart-pounding moment of the digitally remastered concert film, which captures the world’s most iconic rock band at the very peak of their live powers.
Queen Rock Montreal presents Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon at their most exciting and exhilarating. The original concerts, which took place on November 24 and 25, 1981, were...
- 4/14/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
As the co-ceo of DC Studios and an exceptionally talented filmmaker, it is only natural that James Gunn is a busy man. On top of his bureaucratic duties, he is actively directing important projects in the DC Universe. Since its announcement, fans have been extremely excited for Superman: Legacy, especially because Gunn is heading the project.
Superman: Legacy is scheduled for July 2025 release (PC: DC)
The shooting for the movie has been going on for quite some time, and it is safe to assume that the filmmaker has his hands full with it.
SUGGESTEDJames Gunn Confirms John Cena’s Peacemaker Season 1 is as Invisible to the Dcu as Him
It is perhaps because of this that fans were concerned to find out that Gunn has also begun working on the second season of Peacemaker. Many fans are hoping that he isn’t stretching himself too thin, much like the President of Marvel Studios,...
Superman: Legacy is scheduled for July 2025 release (PC: DC)
The shooting for the movie has been going on for quite some time, and it is safe to assume that the filmmaker has his hands full with it.
SUGGESTEDJames Gunn Confirms John Cena’s Peacemaker Season 1 is as Invisible to the Dcu as Him
It is perhaps because of this that fans were concerned to find out that Gunn has also begun working on the second season of Peacemaker. Many fans are hoping that he isn’t stretching himself too thin, much like the President of Marvel Studios,...
- 4/14/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
After last year, Marvel Studios finds themselves sitting where they’ve never sat before: the hot seat. “Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania” kicked off the MCU‘s Phase 5 with a thud, “Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3” was an effective wave goodbye to Dcu co-head James Gunn, and “The Marvels” was, commercially speaking, the worst Marvel movie ever.
Continue reading ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ First Look: Anthony Mackie Takes Over The Captain America Mantle In New Adventure Next Year at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ First Look: Anthony Mackie Takes Over The Captain America Mantle In New Adventure Next Year at The Playlist.
- 4/12/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
Avatar: The Last Airbender is on its way to get a film, and it seems that a WWE alum will finally be joining the universe in a significant manner. It has been reported that Guardians of the Galaxy and Dune alum Dave Bautista will be a part of the film, essaying the role of the chief antagonist of the movie.
Dave Bautista as Drax in a still from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
The film is set to follow the original Team Avatar from The Last Airbender, and will possibly be set before the events of The Legend of Korra. However, given the glimpses of the past that we have seen in the successor series, it is possible that these plot points are expanded on in the film, which indicates that we might come face to face with some of Aang’s foes that we have seen in the show.
Dave Bautista as Drax in a still from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
The film is set to follow the original Team Avatar from The Last Airbender, and will possibly be set before the events of The Legend of Korra. However, given the glimpses of the past that we have seen in the successor series, it is possible that these plot points are expanded on in the film, which indicates that we might come face to face with some of Aang’s foes that we have seen in the show.
- 4/12/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Alex Garland may have said that he’s not planning to direct again in the foreseeable future, but he is currently directing another film while his movie Civil War heads out into the world and he works on the scripts for the upcoming 28 Years Later trilogy (a follow-up to his Danny Boyle collaboration 28 Days Later). Garland’s new directorial effort is called Warfare, and he’s co-directing it with Ray Mendoza, who served as the military supervisor for Civil War. Garland and Mendoza also wrote the screenplay together. As Warfare moves forward, Deadline has just revealed the names of several cast members: Noah Centineo (The Recruit), Michael Gandolfini (The Many Saints of Newark), Taylor John Smith (Where the Crawdads Sing), Adain Bradley (Wrong Turn), Henrique Zaga (The Stand), and Evan Holtzman (Hidden Figures).
They join previously announced cast members Charles Melton (May December...
They join previously announced cast members Charles Melton (May December...
- 4/11/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Before spearheading projects in the DC Universe, James Gunn showcased his distinctive storytelling prowess in the MCU with the Guardians of the Galaxy film series. Starting with the 2014 movie, the filmmaker brought cosmic superheroes to life on the big screen, gradually captivating audiences with their narratives while maintaining a sense of intrigue and blending humor, with a diverse cast of characters.
A scene from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3
However, the Guardians of the Galaxy threequel became his last venture in the MCU, as he transitioned to a leading role in the DC Universe. And the meticulous attention he devoted to the film, particularly evident in his use of music, highlights that the studio may never find another eccentric filmmaker like Gunn who can carry the series forward while preserving its distinct energy.
How Did James Gunn Incorporate Music in Guardians of the Galaxy?
The integration of music has been...
A scene from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3
However, the Guardians of the Galaxy threequel became his last venture in the MCU, as he transitioned to a leading role in the DC Universe. And the meticulous attention he devoted to the film, particularly evident in his use of music, highlights that the studio may never find another eccentric filmmaker like Gunn who can carry the series forward while preserving its distinct energy.
How Did James Gunn Incorporate Music in Guardians of the Galaxy?
The integration of music has been...
- 4/7/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Marvel Studios celebrated the fourth of April with a post that seemed to double as a stealth "Fantastic Four" tease this week. On Thursday, the X account representing all things Marvel Cinematic Universe shared an illustration alongside four fire emojis. The artwork by Marvel Studios' Head of Visual Development Ryan Meinerding features The Human Torch, aka Johnny Storm, soaring through the sky above a white retro-futuristic metropolis skyline.
Storm looks at the viewers with an ultra-bright smile, and the trail of flames behind him makes the shape of the team's 4 logo. "Happy 4-4 Day!" a font emblazoned above him says. More interesting than the striking poster, though, is the link included in the tweet. Follow it, and you'll end up on a new page of the Marvel website titled "Future Foundation," which features a reading list of 4 classic "Fantastic Four" comics and one more recent title. The caption on the page reads "Delegates,...
Storm looks at the viewers with an ultra-bright smile, and the trail of flames behind him makes the shape of the team's 4 logo. "Happy 4-4 Day!" a font emblazoned above him says. More interesting than the striking poster, though, is the link included in the tweet. Follow it, and you'll end up on a new page of the Marvel website titled "Future Foundation," which features a reading list of 4 classic "Fantastic Four" comics and one more recent title. The caption on the page reads "Delegates,...
- 4/6/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
The winners have been announced for the 2024 Critics Choice Super Awards!
The Critics Choice Association honors the best in Superhero, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Horror, and Action movies and television.
The Last of Us leads the television winners, sweeping all seven categories for which it was nominated. In the film categories, Godzilla Minus One, Mission: Impossible – Dead Recknoning, Poor Things, and Talk to Me all received two wins each.
There was some controversy when nominations were announced as the drama film All Of Us Strangers was nominated in horror categories, which many fans didn’t think was correct.
Head inside to check out the full winners list…
Keep reading to see the full list of winners…
Film Nominations For The 4th Annual Critics Choice Super Awards
Best Action Movie
Extraction 2
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
John Wick: Chapter 4 – Winner
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning
Sisu
Best Actor In...
The Critics Choice Association honors the best in Superhero, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Horror, and Action movies and television.
The Last of Us leads the television winners, sweeping all seven categories for which it was nominated. In the film categories, Godzilla Minus One, Mission: Impossible – Dead Recknoning, Poor Things, and Talk to Me all received two wins each.
There was some controversy when nominations were announced as the drama film All Of Us Strangers was nominated in horror categories, which many fans didn’t think was correct.
Head inside to check out the full winners list…
Keep reading to see the full list of winners…
Film Nominations For The 4th Annual Critics Choice Super Awards
Best Action Movie
Extraction 2
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
John Wick: Chapter 4 – Winner
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning
Sisu
Best Actor In...
- 4/5/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
You know your movie’s a failure when it’s been bested by Morbius, but that’s where Madame Web has found itself. The critically panned movie is part of Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, a franchise which doesn’t seem to include the web-slinger, but some recently released Madame Web concept art does feature Tom Holland’s Spider-Man battling Ezekiel Sims (Tahar Rahims).
Concept artist Sebastian Meyer, who has worked on movies such as Doctor Strange, Star Trek Beyond, Aquaman, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and more, revealed a series of Madame Web illustrations, some of which include Spider-Man.
You can check out the rest of Meyer’s wonderful Madame Web concept art on his site. Of course, Spider-Man didn’t appear in Madame Web, but it was once rumoured that Sony wanted to include the character.
Related Sydney Sweeney only took the role in Madame Web to strengthen...
Concept artist Sebastian Meyer, who has worked on movies such as Doctor Strange, Star Trek Beyond, Aquaman, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and more, revealed a series of Madame Web illustrations, some of which include Spider-Man.
You can check out the rest of Meyer’s wonderful Madame Web concept art on his site. Of course, Spider-Man didn’t appear in Madame Web, but it was once rumoured that Sony wanted to include the character.
Related Sydney Sweeney only took the role in Madame Web to strengthen...
- 4/4/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
22 years ago, Sam Raimi helped prove just how big superhero movies could be with his first "Spider-Man" movie. Starring Tobey Maguire, the film broke box office records and kicked off the biggest individual superhero franchise around. Raimi and Maguire united for two more movies, with 2007's "Spider-Man 3" rounding out the trilogy with mixed results. The original plan was for the two to reunite on a fourth film that never came to pass. Instead, Sony opted to reboot the series with Andrew Garfield headlining "The Amazing Spider-Man" films. But everything old is new again. Recently, talk of "Spider-Man 4" kicked up and, while nothing has been made official, the time feels right. Truthfully, it might be a now or never situation.
To be clear, much of the talk surrounding a proposed "Spider-Man 4" is generated almost entirely from the rumor mill and appears to be based on next to nothing concrete.
To be clear, much of the talk surrounding a proposed "Spider-Man 4" is generated almost entirely from the rumor mill and appears to be based on next to nothing concrete.
- 4/3/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
One would be forgiven for not having thought about "Madame Web" for several weeks, but as the movie's theatrical run has wound down, it has come to our attention that its running total is in a pretty darkly hilarious place. Sony's latest Marvel Comics adaptation is currently just a few dollars (relatively speaking) shy of breaking $100 million worldwide. And given that it doesn't seem to be playing in any theaters right now, it will probably be stuck just shy of that milestone in the history books.
Director S.J. Clarkson's "Madame Web" has sold $99,312,851 worth of tickets worldwide. That includes $43.8 million domestically. Relative to what superhero movies have been making in theaters over the past 20 years, less than $700,000 is right next to nothing. Unfortunately, a combination of factors led to this film's demise. Critics were generally pretty unkind to it. (You can read /Film's "Madame Web" review right here.
Director S.J. Clarkson's "Madame Web" has sold $99,312,851 worth of tickets worldwide. That includes $43.8 million domestically. Relative to what superhero movies have been making in theaters over the past 20 years, less than $700,000 is right next to nothing. Unfortunately, a combination of factors led to this film's demise. Critics were generally pretty unkind to it. (You can read /Film's "Madame Web" review right here.
- 4/2/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
2023 was a rough year for Disney, with almost all of their films and shows losing at the box office or on streaming. The only real highlight was the third entry in the popular Guardians of the Galaxy series at Marvel. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 made $845.6 Million worldwide against a budget of $250 Million. The film marked the last time director James Gunn helmed a Marvel project, and the last time the original cast would all be together on screen.
Since then, not only has James Gunn departed for Warner Bros. to head up their DC Universe of films, both Dave Bautista (Drax the Destroyer) and Zoe Saldaña (Gamora) have expressed their desire to leave the series, leaving behind only Star Lord, Rocket and Groot from the original team.
However, not all feelings are negative, as Saldaña has expressed that she wants the series to continue. In a recent interview...
Since then, not only has James Gunn departed for Warner Bros. to head up their DC Universe of films, both Dave Bautista (Drax the Destroyer) and Zoe Saldaña (Gamora) have expressed their desire to leave the series, leaving behind only Star Lord, Rocket and Groot from the original team.
However, not all feelings are negative, as Saldaña has expressed that she wants the series to continue. In a recent interview...
- 4/2/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
Actor Timothée Chalamet has accomplished a rare milestone in Hollywood. Known for starring in movies like Call Me By Your Name, Little Women, and the Dune film series, the actor has constantly earned critical acclaim for his on-screen performances, even earning an Oscar nomination for Best Actor.
And with his last two films, including Wonka and Dune: Part Two, he has now surpassed John Travolta’s 45-year-old record by starring in two of the highest-grossing films within an eight-month timeframe.
Timothée Chalamet. Credits: Wikimedia Commons Timothée Chalamet Shatters Hollywood Record With Wonka And Dune 2
The Timothée Chalamet starrer Dune: Part Two has not only outperformed its predecessor at the box office but has also become the highest-grossing film of the year so far, earning $627 million worldwide. This success adds to Chalamet’s recent string of hits.
Timothée Chalamet in Dune: Part Two
Before Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi epic, Chalamet took...
And with his last two films, including Wonka and Dune: Part Two, he has now surpassed John Travolta’s 45-year-old record by starring in two of the highest-grossing films within an eight-month timeframe.
Timothée Chalamet. Credits: Wikimedia Commons Timothée Chalamet Shatters Hollywood Record With Wonka And Dune 2
The Timothée Chalamet starrer Dune: Part Two has not only outperformed its predecessor at the box office but has also become the highest-grossing film of the year so far, earning $627 million worldwide. This success adds to Chalamet’s recent string of hits.
Timothée Chalamet in Dune: Part Two
Before Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi epic, Chalamet took...
- 4/2/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Marvel may be going through a rough patch lately, but the big film brand still had a few successes in the last year. One of those was the completion of James Gunn‘s trilogy of Space A-holes, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. The Guardians were a big part of the MCU’s second phase. It was considered a big risk for the company since they were not a popular name and deemed too unconventional when compared to the other superhero films. Nevertheless, the first movie raised $773.3 million at the box office and made stars of Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista and James Gunn. Fast forward to phase five, Gunn has the Guardians go their separate ways, then proceeds to take his new position as the co-chief of the Dcu.
As sad as it was to see the group end their run in Vol. 3 (albeit with no casualties but still sad), Zoe Saldaña,...
As sad as it was to see the group end their run in Vol. 3 (albeit with no casualties but still sad), Zoe Saldaña,...
- 4/2/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Dolby is heading to CinemaCon with a new offing for theater owners, with an eye toward growing the number of premium theaters that offer its Dolby Vision laser projection systems.
Dolby Cinema-branded auditoriums offer Dolby Vision coupled with Dolby Atmos sound in a customized upscale environment with comfortable seating and ambient light. Now, Dolby is launching an additional plan through which theater owners can have access to the Dolby Vision projectors a la carte for premium auditoriums that already offer Atmos.
Dolby Cinema was introduced as a premium brand in 2014, and today there are 275 Dolby Cinemas worldwide. In the U.S., these are currently offered through partner AMC as “Dolby Cinema at AMC” branded sites.
“We’re thrilled to provide exhibitors this new offering, which will unlock significantly greater opportunities for moviegoers around the world,” said Jed Harmsen, head of cinema and group entertainment at Dolby. “We want to get...
Dolby Cinema-branded auditoriums offer Dolby Vision coupled with Dolby Atmos sound in a customized upscale environment with comfortable seating and ambient light. Now, Dolby is launching an additional plan through which theater owners can have access to the Dolby Vision projectors a la carte for premium auditoriums that already offer Atmos.
Dolby Cinema was introduced as a premium brand in 2014, and today there are 275 Dolby Cinemas worldwide. In the U.S., these are currently offered through partner AMC as “Dolby Cinema at AMC” branded sites.
“We’re thrilled to provide exhibitors this new offering, which will unlock significantly greater opportunities for moviegoers around the world,” said Jed Harmsen, head of cinema and group entertainment at Dolby. “We want to get...
- 4/2/2024
- by Carolyn Giardina
- Variety Film + TV
Zoë Saldaña’s affinity for intergalactic sci-fi adventures is well documented through her filmography. With a prominent presence in major franchises like James Cameron’s Avatar, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, and the Star Trek reboot, the accomplished actor has been an integral factor in all these films becoming huge box office successes.
Zoë Saldaña in Star Trek
With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 heralding James Gunn’s swansong for Marvel before becoming DC head, Saldaña’s association with the franchise was officially over by the actor’s own admission. The Avatar star though, believed that Marvel would be making a huge mistake if the beloved film series isn’t taken forward for future films. With a new team having been introduced at the end of the 3rd film, fans are now debating the path this narrative could take.
Why Zoë Saldaña Is Firmly Vouching For The Guardians Of The Galaxy...
Zoë Saldaña in Star Trek
With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 heralding James Gunn’s swansong for Marvel before becoming DC head, Saldaña’s association with the franchise was officially over by the actor’s own admission. The Avatar star though, believed that Marvel would be making a huge mistake if the beloved film series isn’t taken forward for future films. With a new team having been introduced at the end of the 3rd film, fans are now debating the path this narrative could take.
Why Zoë Saldaña Is Firmly Vouching For The Guardians Of The Galaxy...
- 4/2/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Zoe Saldaña, the actress from Avatar and Avengers: Infinity War, is getting ready for her next movie, The Absence of Eden, to hit theaters. In this thought-provoking drama, the Hollywood star plays a woman who’s living in a country without proper paperwork. The movie dives into the complexities she goes through because of her immigrant status.
Zoe Saldaña in The Absence of Eden
The actress who portrayed Gamora in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy movies has confirmed that she won’t be returning to the role. However, Saldaña is still a big fan of the Guardians and thinks the superhero team should carry on, even if director James Gunn isn’t involved.
Zoe Saldaña’s Time as Gamora Ends, But the Character Might Live On
Zoe Saldaña as Gamora in the MCU
Zoe Saldaña’s latest film, The Absence of Eden, hits theaters on April 12th. But fans...
Zoe Saldaña in The Absence of Eden
The actress who portrayed Gamora in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy movies has confirmed that she won’t be returning to the role. However, Saldaña is still a big fan of the Guardians and thinks the superhero team should carry on, even if director James Gunn isn’t involved.
Zoe Saldaña’s Time as Gamora Ends, But the Character Might Live On
Zoe Saldaña as Gamora in the MCU
Zoe Saldaña’s latest film, The Absence of Eden, hits theaters on April 12th. But fans...
- 4/2/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Zoe Saldaña was asked about the future of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy after the trilogy ended and James Gunn became co-head at DC Studios.
Saldaña said she was done playing Gamora but suggested that this shouldn’t be the last time fans see the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
“I mean, so far, I think that she is [gone for good] for me, but I don’t think Gamora has gone for good,” she said in an upcoming episode of The Discourse podcast.
Saldaña hopes that there’s a future for Gamora and would support the franchise.
“I would think it would be a huge loss for Marvel if they didn’t find a way to bring back The Guardians of the Galaxy,” she said. “It’s just such a fan-favorite group of misfits, you know? And then at the helm, they had a voice like James Gunn’s writing...
Saldaña said she was done playing Gamora but suggested that this shouldn’t be the last time fans see the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
“I mean, so far, I think that she is [gone for good] for me, but I don’t think Gamora has gone for good,” she said in an upcoming episode of The Discourse podcast.
Saldaña hopes that there’s a future for Gamora and would support the franchise.
“I would think it would be a huge loss for Marvel if they didn’t find a way to bring back The Guardians of the Galaxy,” she said. “It’s just such a fan-favorite group of misfits, you know? And then at the helm, they had a voice like James Gunn’s writing...
- 4/2/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Kit Connor and Will Poulter are among the new additions for the upcoming war movie Warfare!
The Heartstopper and the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 actors have been cast in the film, which will be written and directed by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, who recently worked together on the upcoming movie Civil War.
Also just announced to join the cast are Shōgun‘s Cosmo Jarvis and True Detective: Night Country‘s Finn Bennett, according to Deadline.
Keep reading to find out more…
Details on the new movie are being kept under wraps, but it appears it will follow Ray Mendoza‘s time in the military.
Reservation Dogs‘ D’Pharaoh Woon-a-Tai has been cast to portray Ray Mendoza, Deadline reports.
Mendoza “joined the Navy in 1997 and served for over 16 years as a Member of Seal Team 5 and a Land Warfare Training Detachment and Bud/s instructor.” He was also the recipient of a Silver Star.
The Heartstopper and the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 actors have been cast in the film, which will be written and directed by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, who recently worked together on the upcoming movie Civil War.
Also just announced to join the cast are Shōgun‘s Cosmo Jarvis and True Detective: Night Country‘s Finn Bennett, according to Deadline.
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Details on the new movie are being kept under wraps, but it appears it will follow Ray Mendoza‘s time in the military.
Reservation Dogs‘ D’Pharaoh Woon-a-Tai has been cast to portray Ray Mendoza, Deadline reports.
Mendoza “joined the Navy in 1997 and served for over 16 years as a Member of Seal Team 5 and a Land Warfare Training Detachment and Bud/s instructor.” He was also the recipient of a Silver Star.
- 4/1/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Fans just can’t imagine the MCU’s Winter Soldier, Sebastian Stan, portraying the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump. Stan is cast in the role of a young Trump in the upcoming film The Apprentice. The production of the film kicked off towards the end of the last year, with Iranian filmmaker Ali Abbasi at the helm. The casting has raised a few eyebrows among Marvel fans, who claim that the project is a career killer for the actor.
Captain America: Civil War star Sebastian Stan plays a young Donald Trump in The Apprentice
Joining stan in the project are Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 voice actress Maria Bakalova and Emmy-winning Succession star Jeremy Strong. They are reportedly playing Ivana Trump and Roy Cohn respectively in the film.
Sebastian Stan’s New Role As Donald Trump Receives Negative Response From Fans
Fans hate Sebastian Stan’s...
Captain America: Civil War star Sebastian Stan plays a young Donald Trump in The Apprentice
Joining stan in the project are Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 voice actress Maria Bakalova and Emmy-winning Succession star Jeremy Strong. They are reportedly playing Ivana Trump and Roy Cohn respectively in the film.
Sebastian Stan’s New Role As Donald Trump Receives Negative Response From Fans
Fans hate Sebastian Stan’s...
- 3/31/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
It began with 2008’s “Iron Man,” a film that introduced the world to Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark with the hint that he could be part of something greater. Thirty-two films later, the story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is still being told, albeit with various tributaries and detours that introduce new characters and new worlds that may or may not cross paths one day. Each film in the MCU stands on its own to some degree, but like building blocks, they all connect as part of one interconnected universe. And in that way, watching the Marvel movies in order tells one grand story.
There are a couple of different ways to watch the Marvel movies in order, but below we run down how to watch the MCU in chronological and release date order. Indeed, some films like “Captain Marvel” and “Captain America: The First Avenger” are full-on prequels...
There are a couple of different ways to watch the Marvel movies in order, but below we run down how to watch the MCU in chronological and release date order. Indeed, some films like “Captain Marvel” and “Captain America: The First Avenger” are full-on prequels...
- 3/30/2024
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
In 2023, Marvel Studios faced setbacks, beginning with ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ in February, followed by a recovery with ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,’ only to hit a low point with ‘The Marvels’ in November. This film performed poorly at the box office, making it the lowest-grossing MCU movie so far, and critics didn’t hold back either. Bob Iger acknowledged the studio’s lapse in focus and attributed the movie’s failure to insufficient oversight on set, pledging to prioritize quantity over quality going forward.
Criticism mainly targeted the movie’s generic plot, lackluster villain, and a less serious portrayal of Fury. Despite its flaws, the main actresses handled the criticism gracefully. Teyonah Parris, speaking months after the release, urged people to watch the movie before passing judgment.
I think there was a lot of talk, and people hadn’t seen it. So that’s frustrating, when people...
Criticism mainly targeted the movie’s generic plot, lackluster villain, and a less serious portrayal of Fury. Despite its flaws, the main actresses handled the criticism gracefully. Teyonah Parris, speaking months after the release, urged people to watch the movie before passing judgment.
I think there was a lot of talk, and people hadn’t seen it. So that’s frustrating, when people...
- 3/29/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
2023 was not a good year for Marvel Studios, low box-office returns started in February with ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,’ recovered with ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ and then hit rock bottom with the release of ‘The Marvels’ in November. The movie performed so badly, it’s the lowest-grossing MCU movie to date, and the critical reception was abysmal as well. This prompted even Bob Iger to admit that the studio had somewhat lost its focus and blamed the failure of the movie on not enough execs overseeing the day-to-day operations on set. He promised to focus on quantity over quality in the future.
The movie was mostly criticized for its generic plot, uninspiring villain, and Fury somewhat taking a backseat with a less serious role. It was a half-baked movie, but all three main actresses took the criticism with grace. Now months after the movie was released Teyonah Parris spoke to People,...
The movie was mostly criticized for its generic plot, uninspiring villain, and Fury somewhat taking a backseat with a less serious role. It was a half-baked movie, but all three main actresses took the criticism with grace. Now months after the movie was released Teyonah Parris spoke to People,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Exclusive: Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland’s Warfare feature rounds out its lead cast with Kit Connor, Cosmo Jarvis (Shōgun), Will Poulter (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3) and Finn Bennett (True Detective: Night Country). The film’s focus and the roles the newly added actors will play remain under wraps.
They join previously announced D’Pharaoh Woon-a-Tai, Charles Melton and Joseph Quinn.
Warfare is the second collaboration for Garland and Mendoza, who served as the military supervisor for Garland’s latest film Civil War set for release on April 12. The pair wrote and will co-direct the film. Andrew Macdonald and Allon Reich of DNA and Peter Rice will produce. A24 will handle the global release of the film.
Connor most recently played Nick Nelson in the Netflix coming-of-age story Heartstopper alongside Joe Locke. Before that, he recurred in the HBO/BBC fantasy drama series His Dark Materials based...
They join previously announced D’Pharaoh Woon-a-Tai, Charles Melton and Joseph Quinn.
Warfare is the second collaboration for Garland and Mendoza, who served as the military supervisor for Garland’s latest film Civil War set for release on April 12. The pair wrote and will co-direct the film. Andrew Macdonald and Allon Reich of DNA and Peter Rice will produce. A24 will handle the global release of the film.
Connor most recently played Nick Nelson in the Netflix coming-of-age story Heartstopper alongside Joe Locke. Before that, he recurred in the HBO/BBC fantasy drama series His Dark Materials based...
- 3/28/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Takashi Yamazaki, the Japanese filmmaker behind Oscar-winning smash hit “Godzilla Minus One,” has signed with CAA for representation.
“Godzilla Minus One,” on which Yamazaki served as writer, director and VFX supervisor, earned the first-ever nomination and win for a Japanese production in the VFX category at the Academy Awards earlier this month. The film beat strong contenders such as “The Creator,” “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” and “Napoleon.” The Oscar win also marked the second time in 55 years that a director won the VFX award.
“Godzilla Minus One” also became the third-highest grossing foreign language feature in the U.S. box office history.
Budgeted at $15 million, the film follows former Kamikaze pilot Kōichi Shikishima (Kamiki Ryunosuke), who grapples with survivor’s guilt following World War II and the trauma of having been attacked by Godzilla. While he manages to build a life for his newfound family,...
“Godzilla Minus One,” on which Yamazaki served as writer, director and VFX supervisor, earned the first-ever nomination and win for a Japanese production in the VFX category at the Academy Awards earlier this month. The film beat strong contenders such as “The Creator,” “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” and “Napoleon.” The Oscar win also marked the second time in 55 years that a director won the VFX award.
“Godzilla Minus One” also became the third-highest grossing foreign language feature in the U.S. box office history.
Budgeted at $15 million, the film follows former Kamikaze pilot Kōichi Shikishima (Kamiki Ryunosuke), who grapples with survivor’s guilt following World War II and the trauma of having been attacked by Godzilla. While he manages to build a life for his newfound family,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
With cameras rolling on James Gunn’s Superman, the director took to social media to share a special moment and show off a pretty cool gift from people tied directly to the legacy of the character.
James Gunn posted a photo of himself with the grandsons of Jerry Siegel – the famed co-creator (along with Joe Shuster) of Superman – who gifted him an edition of Action Comics #1, where the Man of Steel was first introduced. “A gift from Jerry Siegel’s grandsons Michael and James Larson – a reprint of the first issue of Action Comics signed by Jerry. It’s been great having Mike and Jim around keeping Jerry’s spirit alive in the birth of the Dcu! Here we all were on the day of the cast read through.” That’s a nice gesture from the fellas and shows that there is faith within the family for the project and future of DC.
James Gunn posted a photo of himself with the grandsons of Jerry Siegel – the famed co-creator (along with Joe Shuster) of Superman – who gifted him an edition of Action Comics #1, where the Man of Steel was first introduced. “A gift from Jerry Siegel’s grandsons Michael and James Larson – a reprint of the first issue of Action Comics signed by Jerry. It’s been great having Mike and Jim around keeping Jerry’s spirit alive in the birth of the Dcu! Here we all were on the day of the cast read through.” That’s a nice gesture from the fellas and shows that there is faith within the family for the project and future of DC.
- 3/28/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
When it comes to appreciation for visual effects, it’s often the blockbusters that get the most attention, as evidenced in each year’s Oscar nominees––in 2024, for example, The Creator, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, Napoleon, and the deserved winner Godzilla Minus One. However, I often find it more interesting to see how smaller productions seamlessly integrate rather invisible visual effects in unexpected places.
Such is the case for Jonathan Glazer’s Oscar-winning Holocaust drama The Zone of Interest, which employed the team at One of Us, led by on-set Supervisor Bodie Clare, VFX Supervisor Guillaume Menard, and VFX Producer Harry Landymore. As one can see in a new VFX reel, much of the Auschwitz camp in the background is visual effects, along with the cremated remains in the water and even hanging laundry. They also removed camera equipment as Glazer wanted...
Such is the case for Jonathan Glazer’s Oscar-winning Holocaust drama The Zone of Interest, which employed the team at One of Us, led by on-set Supervisor Bodie Clare, VFX Supervisor Guillaume Menard, and VFX Producer Harry Landymore. As one can see in a new VFX reel, much of the Auschwitz camp in the background is visual effects, along with the cremated remains in the water and even hanging laundry. They also removed camera equipment as Glazer wanted...
- 3/28/2024
- by Jordan Raup
- The Film Stage
Actor and recent Oscar-winner Robert Downey Jr. is known for his decade-long role as Iron Man in the MCU. The actor laid the foundations for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, alongside director Jon Favreau and producer Kevin Feige. The film is largely credited with having changed how superhero films were perceived in Hollywood.
Downey Jr.’s off-screen persona often includes a self-aware yet inflated sense of ego. However, even he set it aside to name James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy as the best film in the franchise. The Oppenheimer star mentioned how he was surprised by how great the film was, with relatively unknown characters, and ended up being so important for the MCU.
Robert Downey Jr. Hails James Gunn’s Experimental Film As MCU’s Best Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man
Robert Downey Jr. had a decade long-tenure in the MCU, starting with Jon Favreau’s Iron Man.
Downey Jr.’s off-screen persona often includes a self-aware yet inflated sense of ego. However, even he set it aside to name James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy as the best film in the franchise. The Oppenheimer star mentioned how he was surprised by how great the film was, with relatively unknown characters, and ended up being so important for the MCU.
Robert Downey Jr. Hails James Gunn’s Experimental Film As MCU’s Best Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man
Robert Downey Jr. had a decade long-tenure in the MCU, starting with Jon Favreau’s Iron Man.
- 3/28/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Paul Rudd has become an integral part of the MCU as Ant-Man. His debut MCU film in 2015 provided an entertaining and fresh look at an unexplored side of the MCU, including the quantum realm, along with the character’s size control powers. The character also became a significant factor in the fight against Thanos in Avengers: Endgame.
Paul Rudd as Scott Lang in 2015’s Ant-Man
Before Paul Rudd was cast, many other actors were rumored for the part, including Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Nathan Fillion. The latter was rumored years back, even before the first Avengers film. However, Fillion would never have chosen Ant-Man if he had been given the choice to play a Marvel superhero.
Nathan Fillion Was Not Interested to Play Ant-Man in the MCU Nathan Fillion had a fun cameo in Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3
In the late 2000s, Nathan Fillion was booked and busy with several TV and film projects.
Paul Rudd as Scott Lang in 2015’s Ant-Man
Before Paul Rudd was cast, many other actors were rumored for the part, including Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Nathan Fillion. The latter was rumored years back, even before the first Avengers film. However, Fillion would never have chosen Ant-Man if he had been given the choice to play a Marvel superhero.
Nathan Fillion Was Not Interested to Play Ant-Man in the MCU Nathan Fillion had a fun cameo in Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3
In the late 2000s, Nathan Fillion was booked and busy with several TV and film projects.
- 3/28/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Kung Fu Panda 4 India Box Office Day 12; Beats Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Kung Fu Panda is back, and Indian audiences can’t get enough! The animated martial arts film, directed by Mike Mitchell, has clawed its way to impressive box office numbers in its first twelve days. Read further to know how Kung Fu Panda 4 is creating new records at the Indian box office.
As of its second Tuesday, Kung Fu Panda 4 boasts an estimated collection of 26.75 crore, surpassing the lifetime earnings of Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom (26 crore) at the Indian box office. This early success indicates a bright future for Po and the Furious Five. The film will likely dethrone Skyfall (30 crore) and Ant-Man And The Wasp (30.60 crore) in the coming days. However, a true test awaits: can Kung Fu Panda 4 conquer the titans of The Dark Knight Rises (33 crore...
Kung Fu Panda is back, and Indian audiences can’t get enough! The animated martial arts film, directed by Mike Mitchell, has clawed its way to impressive box office numbers in its first twelve days. Read further to know how Kung Fu Panda 4 is creating new records at the Indian box office.
As of its second Tuesday, Kung Fu Panda 4 boasts an estimated collection of 26.75 crore, surpassing the lifetime earnings of Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom (26 crore) at the Indian box office. This early success indicates a bright future for Po and the Furious Five. The film will likely dethrone Skyfall (30 crore) and Ant-Man And The Wasp (30.60 crore) in the coming days. However, a true test awaits: can Kung Fu Panda 4 conquer the titans of The Dark Knight Rises (33 crore...
- 3/27/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has expanded exponentially since Iron Man came out in 2008, especially in the last few years. There have been several memorable films in the franchise, and James Gunn was at the helm of quite a few of them.
The director took on a group of misfits and delivered The Guardian of the Galaxy, a film that set the bar higher within the MCU. The film generated a lot of buzz throughout the filming process, and every now and then, a bit of trivia keeps percolating down to fans on social media.
Gunn often engages with fans on social media, sharing tidbits himself. Given the scope of the universe, there is no dearth of rumors as well. Unsurprisingly, when a casting rumor went viral online a few years ago, he took it upon himself to shut it down.
Gunn was at the helm of The Guardians of the...
The director took on a group of misfits and delivered The Guardian of the Galaxy, a film that set the bar higher within the MCU. The film generated a lot of buzz throughout the filming process, and every now and then, a bit of trivia keeps percolating down to fans on social media.
Gunn often engages with fans on social media, sharing tidbits himself. Given the scope of the universe, there is no dearth of rumors as well. Unsurprisingly, when a casting rumor went viral online a few years ago, he took it upon himself to shut it down.
Gunn was at the helm of The Guardians of the...
- 3/26/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Kung Fu Panda 4 India Box Office Collection Day 11 ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Kung Fu Panda 4 is proving to be a formidable force at the Indian box office. With an estimated 25.96 crore net collection in its first 11 days, the animated movie has delivered a solid performance, exceeding expectations. Read further to learn about the Kung Fu Panda 4 box office collection in India.
While its opening week collection of 16.95 crore fell short of some predictions, Kung Fu Panda 4 displayed impressive staying power. The second weekend witnessed the third-highest collection for an animation film in India, only trailing behind giants like Frozen 2. This resilience is even more remarkable considering Spider-Verse 2, which achieved similar second-weekend numbers, had a much stronger opening.
Here’s what’s fueling the film’s momentum:
Strong Second Weekend: The film witnessed a mere 35% drop from its opening weekend, a testament to its ability to retain audiences.
Kung Fu Panda 4 is proving to be a formidable force at the Indian box office. With an estimated 25.96 crore net collection in its first 11 days, the animated movie has delivered a solid performance, exceeding expectations. Read further to learn about the Kung Fu Panda 4 box office collection in India.
While its opening week collection of 16.95 crore fell short of some predictions, Kung Fu Panda 4 displayed impressive staying power. The second weekend witnessed the third-highest collection for an animation film in India, only trailing behind giants like Frozen 2. This resilience is even more remarkable considering Spider-Verse 2, which achieved similar second-weekend numbers, had a much stronger opening.
Here’s what’s fueling the film’s momentum:
Strong Second Weekend: The film witnessed a mere 35% drop from its opening weekend, a testament to its ability to retain audiences.
- 3/26/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
Dave Bautista has excelled in his acting career, to say the least. He is one of those entertainers who made a switch from bodybuilding/WWE to acting and absolutely nailed it. From Drax, the Destroyer in James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy to Scott Ward in Zack Snyder’s Army of the Dead, he has portrayed some memorable characters in his acting career spanning nearly two decades.
Dave Bautista as Drax in a still from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
With the sandworms of Dune 2 taking over the big screens, many cinephiles would have seen Bautista’s character in the movie. In an interview, he reflected on how a major regret of his regarding this same thing.
Dave Bautista Revealed His 1 Major Regret in Dune 2 Dave Bautista in Dune: Part Two
Dave Bautista‘s first project with Denis Villeneuve was Blade Runner 2049, in which he starred...
Dave Bautista as Drax in a still from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
With the sandworms of Dune 2 taking over the big screens, many cinephiles would have seen Bautista’s character in the movie. In an interview, he reflected on how a major regret of his regarding this same thing.
Dave Bautista Revealed His 1 Major Regret in Dune 2 Dave Bautista in Dune: Part Two
Dave Bautista‘s first project with Denis Villeneuve was Blade Runner 2049, in which he starred...
- 3/25/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Screenshot: Universal/YouTube, Image: Amazon Studios, Shudder/IFC Films, The Avenue, Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures, Jaap Buitendijk/Sony Pictures Entertainment, Clay Enos/Netflix, Graphic: The A.V. Club, Jimmy Hasse, The A.V. ClubFall further in love with The Fall Guy in new trailerThe Fall GuyScreenshot: Universal/YouTube
Action fans, rom-com lovers,...
Action fans, rom-com lovers,...
- 3/23/2024
- avclub.com
From left : Karen Gillan as Amy Pond in Doctor Who (BBC), at the Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 premiere, (Jesse Grant/Getty Images), as Nebula in Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (Marvel Studios)Graphic: Jimmy Hasse
Welcome to Random Roles, wherein we talk to actors about the characters who defined their careers.
Welcome to Random Roles, wherein we talk to actors about the characters who defined their careers.
- 3/20/2024
- by Cindy White
- avclub.com
Over the years, the MCU has provided its fans with a rich tapestry of intergalactic adventures and showdowns between the good, the evil, and the grey, and one particularly fascinating cog in the machine has been Karen Gillan’s Nebula.
Among one of the most memorable characters in the superhero film franchise, the former cybernetic assassin’s journey, even after her redemption in the past few movies, culminates into an experience of genuine happiness at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Karen Gillan played Nebula in the MCU. Credit: Marvel Studios
In a recent interview, reflecting on this satisfying arc and the transformation in the character’s temperament, the actress who brought the portrayal to life made a statement symbolic of the path Nebula takes throughout her many appearances in the superhero series.
Affirming the purpose the killing machine-turned-hero has ultimately found for herself, Gillan’s remarks...
Among one of the most memorable characters in the superhero film franchise, the former cybernetic assassin’s journey, even after her redemption in the past few movies, culminates into an experience of genuine happiness at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Karen Gillan played Nebula in the MCU. Credit: Marvel Studios
In a recent interview, reflecting on this satisfying arc and the transformation in the character’s temperament, the actress who brought the portrayal to life made a statement symbolic of the path Nebula takes throughout her many appearances in the superhero series.
Affirming the purpose the killing machine-turned-hero has ultimately found for herself, Gillan’s remarks...
- 3/17/2024
- by Debdipta Bhattacharya
- FandomWire
2023 was a huge year for blockbusters; however, not in a good way. The only two films that made it into the billion-dollar club were considered the least likely – Barbie and The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Marvel came out with three films last year, and while Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 made a good (yet slightly disappointing) return by collecting over $800 million at the box office, The Marvels and Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania were straight-fire losses for the MCU brand. However, that wasn’t it. Big-name blockbusters like Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and Mission
The post What Mainstream Blockbusters Needs To Avoid In 2024 first appeared on TVovermind.
The post What Mainstream Blockbusters Needs To Avoid In 2024 first appeared on TVovermind.
- 3/17/2024
- by Jeffrey Bowie Jr.
- TVovermind.com
When it comes to superheroes and supervillains, there is no disputing the fact that Marvel has an embarrassment of riches in that department. Through the cinematic adaptations of these iconic characters in films and narratives in the MCU, their personalities and powers have been made more tangible to fans across the world.
Richard Rider aka Nova (image courtesy: Marvel Comics)
While the MCU has introduced a plethora of characters ranging from superheroes to antagonists in various phases, Richard Rider, aka Nova, who has been a Marvel Comics favorite, has yet to be given space to shine. Now, in big news from the headquarters, the franchise’s head of streaming has confirmed that a standalone Nova project is being developed.
Marvel’s Nova Will Make a Well-Deserved MCU Debut
Richard Rider, aka Nova, was first created for Marvel in 1966 by writer Marv Wolfman in issue #3 of Super Adventures. Originally a star...
Richard Rider aka Nova (image courtesy: Marvel Comics)
While the MCU has introduced a plethora of characters ranging from superheroes to antagonists in various phases, Richard Rider, aka Nova, who has been a Marvel Comics favorite, has yet to be given space to shine. Now, in big news from the headquarters, the franchise’s head of streaming has confirmed that a standalone Nova project is being developed.
Marvel’s Nova Will Make a Well-Deserved MCU Debut
Richard Rider, aka Nova, was first created for Marvel in 1966 by writer Marv Wolfman in issue #3 of Super Adventures. Originally a star...
- 3/17/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Actress Karen Gillan is popularly known for her role as Amy Pond; a primary companion to the Eleventh Doctor in Doctor Who from 2010 to 2013. She is also widely known for portraying Nebula; a blue-skinned alien warrior in Marvel Cinematic Universe. The actress over the years has grown to be one of the well-liked characters in the MCU and received appreciation for her portrayal of the character on-screen.
Gillan. apart from MCU. has also been a part of very popular Jumanji movies such as Ruby Roundhouse alongside Dwayne Johnson. The actress has been highly lauded by the audience not only for her brilliant character portrayals but also for being an ardent advocate of suicide prevention. She recently opened up about one surprising thing from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Karen Gillan as Nebula
Karen Gillan talks about the post-credit message from James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3...
Gillan. apart from MCU. has also been a part of very popular Jumanji movies such as Ruby Roundhouse alongside Dwayne Johnson. The actress has been highly lauded by the audience not only for her brilliant character portrayals but also for being an ardent advocate of suicide prevention. She recently opened up about one surprising thing from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Karen Gillan as Nebula
Karen Gillan talks about the post-credit message from James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3...
- 3/16/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
After a healthy run of comedy and genre work, Karen Gillan felt it was time for a dramatic change.
Shortly before Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’s whirlwind press tour, Gillan returned to Australia where she shot Thor: Love and Thunder a couple years earlier, and joined the cast of Adam Cooper’s Sleeping Dogs, led by Russell Crowe. The twisty psychological crime drama follows Crowe’s retired homicide detective Roy Freeman, as his recovery from an experimental Alzheimer’s procedure prompts him to re-approach a murder case from a decade earlier. Gillan plays the enigmatic Laura Baines, the right-hand researcher to Marton Csokas’ Dr. Joseph Wieder and his memory reconsolidation therapy thesis.
When Professor Wieder (Csokas) winds up dead, Freeman (Crowe) takes a newfound interest in Baines (Gillan) when he revisits the case a decade later. Sleeping Dogs plays with the tropes of the femme fatale through Baines,...
Shortly before Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’s whirlwind press tour, Gillan returned to Australia where she shot Thor: Love and Thunder a couple years earlier, and joined the cast of Adam Cooper’s Sleeping Dogs, led by Russell Crowe. The twisty psychological crime drama follows Crowe’s retired homicide detective Roy Freeman, as his recovery from an experimental Alzheimer’s procedure prompts him to re-approach a murder case from a decade earlier. Gillan plays the enigmatic Laura Baines, the right-hand researcher to Marton Csokas’ Dr. Joseph Wieder and his memory reconsolidation therapy thesis.
When Professor Wieder (Csokas) winds up dead, Freeman (Crowe) takes a newfound interest in Baines (Gillan) when he revisits the case a decade later. Sleeping Dogs plays with the tropes of the femme fatale through Baines,...
- 3/15/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In 2023, three MCU movies hit theaters: ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,’ ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,’ and ‘The Marvels.’ Unfortunately, only one of them found success, with ‘Ant-Man 3’ and ‘The Marvels’ both flopping. It’s especially disappointing because ‘Ant-Man 3’ was supposed to kick off Phase 5 and introduce a major villain, Kang the Conqueror.
While the characters themselves aren’t to blame—both ‘Ant-Man’ films were hits—’The Marvels’ didn’t fare as well as its predecessor, ‘Captain Marvel,’ which grossed over $1.131 billion globally. Now, according to insider Daniel Richtman, sequels to ‘Quantumania’ and ‘The Marvels’ might not happen, as the studio aims to focus on safer bets and avoid risky projects like these.
Marvel Studios is reportedly trying to take less risks and focusing on more guaranteed hits.
Movies like 'Captain Marvel 3' or 'Ant-man 4' won’t happen.
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— The...
While the characters themselves aren’t to blame—both ‘Ant-Man’ films were hits—’The Marvels’ didn’t fare as well as its predecessor, ‘Captain Marvel,’ which grossed over $1.131 billion globally. Now, according to insider Daniel Richtman, sequels to ‘Quantumania’ and ‘The Marvels’ might not happen, as the studio aims to focus on safer bets and avoid risky projects like these.
Marvel Studios is reportedly trying to take less risks and focusing on more guaranteed hits.
Movies like 'Captain Marvel 3' or 'Ant-man 4' won’t happen.
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— The...
- 3/14/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
2023 saw three MCU movies being released. The year has kicked off with ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,’ ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ and concluded with ‘The Marvels.’ Out of those 3 movies, only one has been a critical and commercial success with ‘Ant-Man 3’ and ‘The Marvels’ being flops. The worst thing is ‘Ant-Man 3’ was the first movie of the MCU’s phase 5 and was supposed to introduce the next major villain in the MCU, Kang the Conqueror but the failure of the movie almost made Marvel Studios rethink that direction.
It’s not that the characters were uninteresting, the first two ‘Ant-Man’ installments were both critical and commercial success, especially when you take into account that Ant-Man is a relatively unknown character when it comes to your typical moviegoer. We don’t even have to mention ‘Captain Marvel’ movie, which was a massive success. The first ‘Captain Marvel’ made a whopping $1.131 billion globally,...
It’s not that the characters were uninteresting, the first two ‘Ant-Man’ installments were both critical and commercial success, especially when you take into account that Ant-Man is a relatively unknown character when it comes to your typical moviegoer. We don’t even have to mention ‘Captain Marvel’ movie, which was a massive success. The first ‘Captain Marvel’ made a whopping $1.131 billion globally,...
- 3/14/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
It’s been so long since we had seen Hugh Jackman brandish his adamantium claws and slice away at his enemies on the big screen. But in the upcoming Deadpool and Wolverine, we will witness the star doing his iconic Wolverine things soon enough. But as if this wasn’t enough, there are now rumors that joining Ryan Reynolds and Jackman will be a former Dceu star.
Hugh Jackman in a still from X-Men: Days of Future Past
There had been several reports even in the past that suggested that Henry Cavill, who is iconic for playing the role of Superman in the now-dismantled DC cinematic universe, might appear in the film as a variant of Wolverine. But now, an insider source reveals that Cavill will indeed be introduced in the franchise in this manner in the upcoming film.
Henry Cavill Might Make Appear As Wolverine In The Upcoming Deadpool...
Hugh Jackman in a still from X-Men: Days of Future Past
There had been several reports even in the past that suggested that Henry Cavill, who is iconic for playing the role of Superman in the now-dismantled DC cinematic universe, might appear in the film as a variant of Wolverine. But now, an insider source reveals that Cavill will indeed be introduced in the franchise in this manner in the upcoming film.
Henry Cavill Might Make Appear As Wolverine In The Upcoming Deadpool...
- 3/14/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
Dave Bautista and John Cena are both well-established actors in the film industry now. While Bautista went on to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Cena occupies a special place in the DC universe, indicating how far both wrestles have come from the squared ring.
John Cena and Dave Bautista (Image via 2006 WWE Armageddon)
In a world where wrestling fans thrive on drama, their WWE rivalry has remained iconic due to their back-and-forth and verbal sparring. And after a clip from Batutista’s 2010 heel run went viral, fans are still reminiscing about those times hoping for the duo’s unhinged banter to come back.
A Look Back at Dave Bautista and John Cena’s Iconic WWE Rivalry
John Cena and Dave Bautista during one of their many fights (Image via WWE | YouTube)
Among the many iconic matchups and feuds in the long history of WWE, Dave Bautista and John Cena‘s...
John Cena and Dave Bautista (Image via 2006 WWE Armageddon)
In a world where wrestling fans thrive on drama, their WWE rivalry has remained iconic due to their back-and-forth and verbal sparring. And after a clip from Batutista’s 2010 heel run went viral, fans are still reminiscing about those times hoping for the duo’s unhinged banter to come back.
A Look Back at Dave Bautista and John Cena’s Iconic WWE Rivalry
John Cena and Dave Bautista during one of their many fights (Image via WWE | YouTube)
Among the many iconic matchups and feuds in the long history of WWE, Dave Bautista and John Cena‘s...
- 3/13/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
As the new year begins, anticipation builds for the launch of a fresh cinematic universe centered on DC characters – Dcu. While the previous Dceu concluded with the moderately successful ‘Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,’ many films within the franchise have struggled. This led to James Gunn and Peter Safran being tapped to oversee the rebooted Dcu, with ‘Superman’ being a highly anticipated project, despite ‘Creature Commandos’ releasing first.
After months of speculation, Gunn announced with excitement that principal photography for ‘Superman’ commenced on February 29th, coincidentally Superman’s birthday. When asked about the inspiration behind Superman’s suit, Gunn cited Alex Ross, a renowned comic book writer and artist.
Though a sneak peek of the suit has been revealed, Gunn clarified that the full reveal will not occur until filming commences. With scenes already filmed in Svalbard, Norway, related to the Fortress of Solitude, the anticipation is building for the imminent reveal.
After months of speculation, Gunn announced with excitement that principal photography for ‘Superman’ commenced on February 29th, coincidentally Superman’s birthday. When asked about the inspiration behind Superman’s suit, Gunn cited Alex Ross, a renowned comic book writer and artist.
Though a sneak peek of the suit has been revealed, Gunn clarified that the full reveal will not occur until filming commences. With scenes already filmed in Svalbard, Norway, related to the Fortress of Solitude, the anticipation is building for the imminent reveal.
- 3/13/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
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