Steven Spielberg and George Lucas are the two prominent Hollywood names that stand out above the rest. Having said that, with their inventive storytelling and huge hits, they have collectively transformed the movie business. Indeed, these visionaries have a profound impact on the cinematic universe, but when it comes to handling their beloved creations post-release, their paths diverge like a fork in the Yellow Brick Road.
Steven Spielberg | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
While both directors have created some of history’s most iconic flicks, Spielberg and Lucas take very different approaches when it comes to revisiting their earlier work. The former feels that his films should remain true to the era in which they were made, unlike Lucas, who is renowned for updating and improving his works digitally.
Steven Spielberg-George Lucas Dichotomy: What Sets These Directors Apart
When evaluating the best directors of profitable blockbusters, it is difficult to ignore Steven Spielberg and George Lucas.
Steven Spielberg | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
While both directors have created some of history’s most iconic flicks, Spielberg and Lucas take very different approaches when it comes to revisiting their earlier work. The former feels that his films should remain true to the era in which they were made, unlike Lucas, who is renowned for updating and improving his works digitally.
Steven Spielberg-George Lucas Dichotomy: What Sets These Directors Apart
When evaluating the best directors of profitable blockbusters, it is difficult to ignore Steven Spielberg and George Lucas.
- 4/28/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
While Steven Spielberg had already done 15 short films by the time he was 18, George Lucas’ Thx 1138, which was screened at the University of California, blew his filmography out of the water. Although Spielberg was left a little envious of the Star Wars director’s work, it didn’t take them long to see eye to eye, eventually developing a decades-long friendship,
Since then, the two have remained pretty supportive of each other, and are responsible for pioneering the blockbuster landscape back in the ’70s. But while Lucas helped out the Jaws director on numerous occasions, things went a little south when Spielberg decided to follow in the sci-fi auteur’s footsteps for one of his most beloved gems.
Steven Spielberg Messed up E.T. After Following in George Lucas’ Footsteps
Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope | 20th Century Studios
From assisting Spielberg in adding the finishing touches on Jurassic Park...
Since then, the two have remained pretty supportive of each other, and are responsible for pioneering the blockbuster landscape back in the ’70s. But while Lucas helped out the Jaws director on numerous occasions, things went a little south when Spielberg decided to follow in the sci-fi auteur’s footsteps for one of his most beloved gems.
Steven Spielberg Messed up E.T. After Following in George Lucas’ Footsteps
Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope | 20th Century Studios
From assisting Spielberg in adding the finishing touches on Jurassic Park...
- 4/27/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Twelve years ago, Zendaya netted her feature debut in Disney Channel’s Frenemies.
The actress had been starring opposite Bella Thorne on the Disney series Shake It Up, about performers on a Chicago-based TV dance show. Zendaya was 14 when she and Thorne filmed the anthology comedy for director Daisy von Scherler Mayer, who had helmed the 1995 Parker Posey indie Party Girl and the 1998 feature Madeline. One of Frenemies‘ three connected storylines saw Zendaya and Thorne as aspiring magazine editors competing for a gig with an NYC publisher.
“Zendaya really wanted to have fun with the comedy and lean into it,” von Scherler Mayer says. “She chose to wear big glasses and be goofy, and it impressed me that she wanted to show off her comic chops and has such great timing.”
The film shot in Toronto, and the director recalls the lead actresses having slumber parties during production: “All those teenagers were true teenagers.
The actress had been starring opposite Bella Thorne on the Disney series Shake It Up, about performers on a Chicago-based TV dance show. Zendaya was 14 when she and Thorne filmed the anthology comedy for director Daisy von Scherler Mayer, who had helmed the 1995 Parker Posey indie Party Girl and the 1998 feature Madeline. One of Frenemies‘ three connected storylines saw Zendaya and Thorne as aspiring magazine editors competing for a gig with an NYC publisher.
“Zendaya really wanted to have fun with the comedy and lean into it,” von Scherler Mayer says. “She chose to wear big glasses and be goofy, and it impressed me that she wanted to show off her comic chops and has such great timing.”
The film shot in Toronto, and the director recalls the lead actresses having slumber parties during production: “All those teenagers were true teenagers.
- 4/26/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Now that we know the competition slates, it’s time to bring out the star packages that will line the Cannes Market. Here’s one inspirational movie package that ought to register strongly with the buying crowd. Way of The Warrior Kid is slated to begin production this summer, with Chris Pratt starring and McG directing a Will Staples-scripted adaptation of the the novel by Jock Willink. He is the retired Navy Seal who found a thriving second career as podcast host, bestselling author and motivational speaker.
UTA Independent Film Group and FilmNation will introduce the script shortly. If it’s as good as the backstories here, it ought to be a hot property. It’s a youth empowerment tale, only the title character isn’t waving a magic wand or wearing spandex. He’s a self-doubting kid who gets bullied and is hard pressed to complete a single pullup.
UTA Independent Film Group and FilmNation will introduce the script shortly. If it’s as good as the backstories here, it ought to be a hot property. It’s a youth empowerment tale, only the title character isn’t waving a magic wand or wearing spandex. He’s a self-doubting kid who gets bullied and is hard pressed to complete a single pullup.
- 4/25/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Say hello to the ‘Camp Cretaceous’ kids as they are back in action in a whole new series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory!
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory is returning in a thrilling sequel series. The trailer is already out and it hints at a dark, mature tone as the Nublar Six reunite to confront a global conspiracy that aims to threaten humans and dinosaurs.
The trailer opens up with a quick recap of ‘Camp Cretaceous’ reminding viewers of the last events and how the teens managed to survive at Isla Nublar – with the group returning home after being presumed dead from the events. However, despite a miraculous return it has been difficult adjusting to a world where dinosaurs co-exist freely with humans.
What Is the Plot of the Series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory? Netflix
Several years after the events of the prequel, Ben arrives at Darius’s house revealing an impending...
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory is returning in a thrilling sequel series. The trailer is already out and it hints at a dark, mature tone as the Nublar Six reunite to confront a global conspiracy that aims to threaten humans and dinosaurs.
The trailer opens up with a quick recap of ‘Camp Cretaceous’ reminding viewers of the last events and how the teens managed to survive at Isla Nublar – with the group returning home after being presumed dead from the events. However, despite a miraculous return it has been difficult adjusting to a world where dinosaurs co-exist freely with humans.
What Is the Plot of the Series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory? Netflix
Several years after the events of the prequel, Ben arrives at Darius’s house revealing an impending...
- 4/25/2024
- by Sumitra Ray
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Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow will remain arguably her most recognized role in her career. The actress played the character for over 10 years. Her heartbreaking sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame still haunts fans, but the actress returned for one last time as the character in 2021’s Black Widow.
Scarlett Johansson and Florence Pugh in 2021’s Black Widow
The film had an intense opening sequence where Thunderbolt Ross and his forces hunt down Black Widow, who is in hiding after the events of Captain America: Civil War. One of the notable locations that was included in this sequence was Georgia’s Macon Terminal Station. Now, James Gunn’s Superman is set to film in that popular location for one of its scenes.
After Black Widow, Superman Set to Shoot Pivotal Scenes in Macon Terminal Station
James Gunn is currently in production of his upcoming Superman film, led by David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan.
Scarlett Johansson and Florence Pugh in 2021’s Black Widow
The film had an intense opening sequence where Thunderbolt Ross and his forces hunt down Black Widow, who is in hiding after the events of Captain America: Civil War. One of the notable locations that was included in this sequence was Georgia’s Macon Terminal Station. Now, James Gunn’s Superman is set to film in that popular location for one of its scenes.
After Black Widow, Superman Set to Shoot Pivotal Scenes in Macon Terminal Station
James Gunn is currently in production of his upcoming Superman film, led by David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan.
- 4/25/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Scarlett Johansson is set to produce the new 'Jurassic World' film.The 39-year-old actress is taking on the lead role in the latest movie in the dinosaur franchise and has now signed up to take responsibility behind the camera as well, just as Margot Robbie did with 'Barbie'.Scarlett is set to have considerable input into the creative process of the movie – which is thought to be launching a "new Jurassic era" with a brand new storyline – alongside director Gareth Edwards.A movie insider told The Sun newspaper's Bizarre column: "Scarlett has been in talks with the studio for months and made it clear that Gareth was her first choice to be the director."He wanted a big fee but has now signed. With him being her top pick, she is now far more interested in being part of the movie and her role as an actress and producer is justifiable.
- 4/22/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Acting in a Marvel movie is not easy, for the actors pretty much are supposed to act against a green screen with imaginary characters. The fan expectations and pressure coupled with the monotonous set environment add to the troubles, and hence, many actors describe having a terrible time shooting Marvel flicks.
Dave Bautista (Image: The Tonight Show)
Dave Bautista, who starred as Drax the Destroyer in Guardians of the Galaxy and Avengers movies, described how different the process is while filming an MCU flick. Especially compared to his latest box office blockbuster, Dune, the actor revealed one crucial difference that made it easier for him to shoot the Denis Villeneuve sci-fi flick.
Dave Bautista Compares Filming Dune to Marvel Movies
Dave Bautista as Drax in the Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy
It is a no-brainer that Marvel relies heavily on CGI and special effects to make its blockbuster superhero movies.
Dave Bautista (Image: The Tonight Show)
Dave Bautista, who starred as Drax the Destroyer in Guardians of the Galaxy and Avengers movies, described how different the process is while filming an MCU flick. Especially compared to his latest box office blockbuster, Dune, the actor revealed one crucial difference that made it easier for him to shoot the Denis Villeneuve sci-fi flick.
Dave Bautista Compares Filming Dune to Marvel Movies
Dave Bautista as Drax in the Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy
It is a no-brainer that Marvel relies heavily on CGI and special effects to make its blockbuster superhero movies.
- 4/21/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
As the upcoming Ryan Gosling–Emily Blunt crowd-pleaser “The Fall Guy” shows, doing stuntwork in Hollywood can be risky business. That is why you are supposed to leave it to the professionals.
But Chris Pratt decided to get in the mix a little bit during the production of his next film, “Mercy,” and the result didn’t go so well.
As he shared on Instagram, the “Jurassic World” and “Guardians of the Galaxy” actor, after saluting his stunt team, admitted he “sometimes tr[ies] to get in there and do some of my own stuff. Today, daddy caught a metal post to the ankle. Should be interesting moving forward.” He included the “thinky guy” emoji and two photos—one of a bandaged foot, the other looking a bit scratched and puffy. It’s unclear to what degree this injury will delay shooting.
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But Chris Pratt decided to get in the mix a little bit during the production of his next film, “Mercy,” and the result didn’t go so well.
As he shared on Instagram, the “Jurassic World” and “Guardians of the Galaxy” actor, after saluting his stunt team, admitted he “sometimes tr[ies] to get in there and do some of my own stuff. Today, daddy caught a metal post to the ankle. Should be interesting moving forward.” He included the “thinky guy” emoji and two photos—one of a bandaged foot, the other looking a bit scratched and puffy. It’s unclear to what degree this injury will delay shooting.
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- 4/19/2024
- by Jordan Hoffman
- Gold Derby
Steven Spielberg is one maverick director among his contemporaries who has mastered every genre in the cinema handbook. The director has made intense thrillers, sci-fi dramas, historical/war epics, and comedies. Spielberg can do no wrong and as an ardent lover of cinema, he has no plans of slowing down.
Henry Thomas in Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
His sci-fi flicks such as Close Encounters of the Third Kind, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and A.I. Artificial Intelligence have been celebrated as some of the best entries in the genre. According to new reports, he is heading back to that genre yet again with his new film, and the recently released Dune: Part Two may have had a hand in Spielberg developing that itch.
Steven Spielberg Reportedly Returning to The Sci-Fi Genre With New UFO Film Steven Spielberg’s 1977 UFO film Close Encounters of the Third Kind was...
Henry Thomas in Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
His sci-fi flicks such as Close Encounters of the Third Kind, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and A.I. Artificial Intelligence have been celebrated as some of the best entries in the genre. According to new reports, he is heading back to that genre yet again with his new film, and the recently released Dune: Part Two may have had a hand in Spielberg developing that itch.
Steven Spielberg Reportedly Returning to The Sci-Fi Genre With New UFO Film Steven Spielberg’s 1977 UFO film Close Encounters of the Third Kind was...
- 4/18/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Steven Spielberg is one of the most influential and celebrated directors of all time. He helped define the blockbuster, established the look and feel of '80s genre fare, and gave us the best (and possibly only well-shot) big-budget studio musical of the last decade. But despite getting his start in science fiction, Spielberg has mostly distanced himself from the genre in the past decade or so.
Still, Spielberg has remained an ardent fan of the genre, praising recent gems such as "Godzilla Minus One" and proclaiming his fandom for Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part Two." Perhaps this has rekindled a passion for sci-fi in 77-year-old Spielberg, seeing as he's now getting ready to return to one of his favorite subjects — aliens.
According to Variety, Spielberg is likely going to "make his next project a UFO film based on his own original idea." David Koepp is writing the screenplay, according to the outlet's sources.
Still, Spielberg has remained an ardent fan of the genre, praising recent gems such as "Godzilla Minus One" and proclaiming his fandom for Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part Two." Perhaps this has rekindled a passion for sci-fi in 77-year-old Spielberg, seeing as he's now getting ready to return to one of his favorite subjects — aliens.
According to Variety, Spielberg is likely going to "make his next project a UFO film based on his own original idea." David Koepp is writing the screenplay, according to the outlet's sources.
- 4/17/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Fresh off baring his soul and telling his own life story in the Oscar-nominated movie The Fabelmans, Steven Spielberg is reportedly headed back into the world of extraterrestrials!
Variety notes in a report this week that Spielberg will “likely make his next project a UFO film based on his own original idea,” set to be written by David Koepp (Jurassic Park).
Interesting to note, Koepp is himself returning to his early roots with the next installment in the Jurassic World franchise. He’ll be writing next year’s untitled new installment.
Steven Spielberg is of course no stranger to extraterrestrial encounters, directing two of the greatest alien movies of all time: Close Encounters of the Third Kind in 1977 and E.T. in 1982. It’s an arena he returned to in 2005, directing an adaptation of H.G. Wells’ War of the Worlds.
Even more recently, Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment produced the Netflix docuseries “Encounters” last year,...
Variety notes in a report this week that Spielberg will “likely make his next project a UFO film based on his own original idea,” set to be written by David Koepp (Jurassic Park).
Interesting to note, Koepp is himself returning to his early roots with the next installment in the Jurassic World franchise. He’ll be writing next year’s untitled new installment.
Steven Spielberg is of course no stranger to extraterrestrial encounters, directing two of the greatest alien movies of all time: Close Encounters of the Third Kind in 1977 and E.T. in 1982. It’s an arena he returned to in 2005, directing an adaptation of H.G. Wells’ War of the Worlds.
Even more recently, Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment produced the Netflix docuseries “Encounters” last year,...
- 4/17/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
The next installment in the Jurassic World franchise is taking shape, with Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) in talks to lead the cast of the next installment in Summer 2025.
Deadline reports this week that Jonathan Bailey (Wicked) is also in talks to star.
Gareth Edwards (2014’s Godzilla, The Creator) will be directing the new installment, with original Jurassic Park writer David Koepp returning to write the screenplay.
Jurassic World returns to theaters on July 2, 2025. Stay tuned for more.
The new movie is expected to usher in a brand new Jurassic Era with Jurassic World cast members Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return. Don’t expect the original trilogy’s Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill, either. The new Jurassic World, from what we gather, plans to take the franchise in a new direction, with plot details under wraps.
The next Jurassic World film will be executive...
Deadline reports this week that Jonathan Bailey (Wicked) is also in talks to star.
Gareth Edwards (2014’s Godzilla, The Creator) will be directing the new installment, with original Jurassic Park writer David Koepp returning to write the screenplay.
Jurassic World returns to theaters on July 2, 2025. Stay tuned for more.
The new movie is expected to usher in a brand new Jurassic Era with Jurassic World cast members Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return. Don’t expect the original trilogy’s Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill, either. The new Jurassic World, from what we gather, plans to take the franchise in a new direction, with plot details under wraps.
The next Jurassic World film will be executive...
- 4/16/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
‘Bridgerton’ actor, Jonathan Bailey is said to be in early talks to join the ever-growing cast of the next instalment in the ‘Jurassic World’ franchise.
Bailey would join Scarlett Johannsson in a leading role in the project. Gareth Edwards is set to take the helm. David Koepp has penned the script.
According to sources, the upcoming sequel is expected to introduce a new storyline to the franchise, which has been around for thirty years. It remains uncertain whether any of the previous actors, such as Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, or Jeff Goldblum, will be making a comeback.
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The movie has a planned release for July 2025. Steven Spielberg will serve as an executive producer through Amblin Entertainment. Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley, David Leitch, and Kelly McCormick will produce through 87North.
Bailey, who also...
Bailey would join Scarlett Johannsson in a leading role in the project. Gareth Edwards is set to take the helm. David Koepp has penned the script.
According to sources, the upcoming sequel is expected to introduce a new storyline to the franchise, which has been around for thirty years. It remains uncertain whether any of the previous actors, such as Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, or Jeff Goldblum, will be making a comeback.
Also in news – Glen Powell set for Edgar Wright’s ‘The Running Man’
The movie has a planned release for July 2025. Steven Spielberg will serve as an executive producer through Amblin Entertainment. Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley, David Leitch, and Kelly McCormick will produce through 87North.
Bailey, who also...
- 4/16/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Universal and Amblin aren’t wasting any time revamping the dinosaur-centric “Jurassic World,” “Jurassic Park” franchise, as the two studios are looking to begin shooting the seventh film in the series. To be directed by Gareth Edwards (“Rogue One,” “The Creator”) and already starring Scarlett Johansson (“Black Widow,” “Marriage Story“), Deadline reports that Jonathan Bailey (“Bridgerton,” “Fellow Travelers”) is in early talks to join “Jurassic World 4,” which has been described as a soft reboot without any characters or actors from the other films expected to appear (although that could change).
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Continue reading ‘Jurassic World 4’: ‘Bridgerton’ Star Jonathan Bailey To Join Scarlett Johansson In Universal’s Reboot at The Playlist.
- 4/16/2024
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
After Scarlett Johansson, Colman Domingo is now in discussions to join the cast of the upcoming Jurassic World installment, directed by Gareth Edwards. The film is slated to begin production this summer and hit theaters next year. Previous reports indicated a promising fresh take on the Jurassic era with a revamped cast alongside Johansson taking on the lead role.
Colman Domingo in Rustin
Recent insider reports have revealed Domingo as a new addition to the cast, potentially portraying the film’s antagonist. However, fans do not seem too enthusiastic about the casting, as it does not align with their expectations for the antagonist of the story.
Colman Domingo in Discussions For Villain Role in Jurassic City
New reports from the industry insider Daniel Richtman have now revealed that the actor and playwright Colman Domingo is in talks to play the role of the villain in the next installment of the Jurassic World franchise.
Colman Domingo in Rustin
Recent insider reports have revealed Domingo as a new addition to the cast, potentially portraying the film’s antagonist. However, fans do not seem too enthusiastic about the casting, as it does not align with their expectations for the antagonist of the story.
Colman Domingo in Discussions For Villain Role in Jurassic City
New reports from the industry insider Daniel Richtman have now revealed that the actor and playwright Colman Domingo is in talks to play the role of the villain in the next installment of the Jurassic World franchise.
- 4/16/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Remakes have become rampant in the film industry but the worst part is most of them lack any sense of originality. Filmmakers are constantly coming up with movies that rely solely on the nostalgia factor in order to bring the audience to the theatres. More often than not, the remakes aren’t met with positive feedback which just goes on to say that it is about time Hollywood should move on to bigger and better things.
Steven Spielberg | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
However, before it does so, the film industry might need to take a step back and look into two of the best remakes Hollywood has had to offer in the past years – War of the Worlds and West Side Story. Directed by none other than legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg, both films are perfect examples of how a remake should be done.
How Steven Spielberg Mastered the Art of Remakes...
Steven Spielberg | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
However, before it does so, the film industry might need to take a step back and look into two of the best remakes Hollywood has had to offer in the past years – War of the Worlds and West Side Story. Directed by none other than legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg, both films are perfect examples of how a remake should be done.
How Steven Spielberg Mastered the Art of Remakes...
- 4/16/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Life is finding a way to fill the cast of the new Jurassic World sequel from the original Jurassic Park co-writer David Koepp. The new film has been courting actors like Scarlett Johansson, and recently, it is being rumored that Dev Patel and Colman Domingo are being sought out for roles. It’s a new era for dinosaurs. Jurassic World: Dominion concluded the sequel trilogy and in their alternate universe, humans and Earth’s prehistoric creatures are now living side-by-side in the modern world. But hey, at least we don’t have to worry about locusts anymore, right?
Sources have recently told Deadline that Jonathan Bailey, known for projects such as Bridgerton and Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, is currently in talks with Universal about possibly taking the lead role in the popular dinosaur franchise. Bailey is also coming off the recent series Fellow Travelers, in which he co-stars with Matt Bomer,...
Sources have recently told Deadline that Jonathan Bailey, known for projects such as Bridgerton and Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, is currently in talks with Universal about possibly taking the lead role in the popular dinosaur franchise. Bailey is also coming off the recent series Fellow Travelers, in which he co-stars with Matt Bomer,...
- 4/16/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
NBCUniversal Studio Group chair and chief content officer Donna Langley will be celebrated at the Cannes Film Festival, where she will receive the Women in Motion Award from Kering’s chairman and CEO François-Henri Pinault, Cannes president Iris Knobloch and director Thierry Fremaux.
The awards ceremony will take place at a glamorous gala dinner hosted by Kering on May 19, which will bring together major talent and executives attending the festival. The tribute will celebrate Langley’s career, steadfast leadership and her role in redefining popular culture, as well as fostering a more inclusive industry by creating opportunities for women and people of color in the entertainment industry.
“Receiving the Women in Motion Award is an immense honor, and to be recognized amongst such remarkable recipients is a testament to the work Kering, the Festival de Cannes and our industry peers do to propel women forward, amplify their voices, create opportunities and push boundaries,...
The awards ceremony will take place at a glamorous gala dinner hosted by Kering on May 19, which will bring together major talent and executives attending the festival. The tribute will celebrate Langley’s career, steadfast leadership and her role in redefining popular culture, as well as fostering a more inclusive industry by creating opportunities for women and people of color in the entertainment industry.
“Receiving the Women in Motion Award is an immense honor, and to be recognized amongst such remarkable recipients is a testament to the work Kering, the Festival de Cannes and our industry peers do to propel women forward, amplify their voices, create opportunities and push boundaries,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
Universal Studios chief Donna Langley is heading to this year’s Cannes Film Festival where she will be handed Kering’s annual Women In Motion Award.
Previous Women In Motion Award winners include Jane Fonda (2015), Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon (2016), Isabelle Huppert (2017), Patty Jenkins (2018), Gong Li (2019), Salma Hayek (2021), Viola Davis (2022), and Michelle Yeoh (2023).
Recipients of the award are chosen by François-Henri Pinault, Chairman and CEO of Kering, Iris Knobloch, Cannes President, and Thierry Frémaux, Cannes Director. Announcing the award, organizers described Langley as a “singular force in the business.”
“It is an honor to be presenting the 2024 Women In Motion Award to Donna Langley, recognizing her both as one of Hollywood’s most influential leaders and as someone who has dedicated herself to demonstrating on and off-screen that gender equality and diversity are absolutely essential,” Pinault said in a statement. “It highlights the collective effort of people working behind the scenes,...
Previous Women In Motion Award winners include Jane Fonda (2015), Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon (2016), Isabelle Huppert (2017), Patty Jenkins (2018), Gong Li (2019), Salma Hayek (2021), Viola Davis (2022), and Michelle Yeoh (2023).
Recipients of the award are chosen by François-Henri Pinault, Chairman and CEO of Kering, Iris Knobloch, Cannes President, and Thierry Frémaux, Cannes Director. Announcing the award, organizers described Langley as a “singular force in the business.”
“It is an honor to be presenting the 2024 Women In Motion Award to Donna Langley, recognizing her both as one of Hollywood’s most influential leaders and as someone who has dedicated herself to demonstrating on and off-screen that gender equality and diversity are absolutely essential,” Pinault said in a statement. “It highlights the collective effort of people working behind the scenes,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Demon Hunters At Cannes.
Whenever two different film industries come together to produce a movie or a series, there’s always an excitement to know how the final product will be. Demon Hunters is one such movie, where artists from different cinematic worlds have come together. It’s a joint production by Indian and Taiwanese artists. Directed by Chen Mei-juin, a glimpse of the movie will soon be made available to the world.
Demon Hunters Cast
The cast of the action-horror comedy includes Arjan Bajwa, J.C. Lin, Regina Lei, Jack Kao, and Harry Chan. Chen Mei-juin’s movie is jointly produced by Taiwan’s Light House Productions and India’s Kleos Entertainment Group. Tony Cheung has worked as the film’s DoP.
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Whenever two different film industries come together to produce a movie or a series, there’s always an excitement to know how the final product will be. Demon Hunters is one such movie, where artists from different cinematic worlds have come together. It’s a joint production by Indian and Taiwanese artists. Directed by Chen Mei-juin, a glimpse of the movie will soon be made available to the world.
Demon Hunters Cast
The cast of the action-horror comedy includes Arjan Bajwa, J.C. Lin, Regina Lei, Jack Kao, and Harry Chan. Chen Mei-juin’s movie is jointly produced by Taiwan’s Light House Productions and India’s Kleos Entertainment Group. Tony Cheung has worked as the film’s DoP.
Trending The Sympathizer Review: Robert Downey Jr. & Park Chan-wook Combine Forces In A Powerful Spy-Thriller From A24 This Bridgerton Star Allegedly Being Eyed To Lead The New Jurassic World...
- 4/16/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Chris Pratt and James Gunn are pretty good friends after having worked together in MCU’s Guardians of the Galaxy movies. They pretty much have been through thick and thin, battling the extensive negative criticism before the movie’s release to Gunn’s dismissal from the last movie following a series of resurfaced tweets.
Chris Pratt and James Gunn (Image: Instagram | @jamesgunn)
Another thing share in common and makes them bond is their sense of humor. The result of which was the wedding speech that Gunn wrote for Pratt to read at his wedding. A hilarious monologue, it left the audience in fits of laughter and Pratt embarrassed for he was forced to acknowledge how much prettier Gunn’s wife was in comparison to his.
James Gunn Wrote a Wedding Speech For Chris Pratt
James Gunn. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
James Gunn and Chris Pratt have turned into the best of...
Chris Pratt and James Gunn (Image: Instagram | @jamesgunn)
Another thing share in common and makes them bond is their sense of humor. The result of which was the wedding speech that Gunn wrote for Pratt to read at his wedding. A hilarious monologue, it left the audience in fits of laughter and Pratt embarrassed for he was forced to acknowledge how much prettier Gunn’s wife was in comparison to his.
James Gunn Wrote a Wedding Speech For Chris Pratt
James Gunn. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
James Gunn and Chris Pratt have turned into the best of...
- 4/16/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Jonathan Bailey is believed to be in talks to join Scarlett Johansson for a new movie in the 'Jurassic Park' franchise.The 35-year-old 'Wicked' actor is said to be close to signing on for a new dinosaur adventure which follows on from the three 'Jurassic Park' movies and the 'Jurassic World' trilogy with the new film featuring a whole new cast of characters.Scarlett is also said to have agreed to star in the new movie which will be helmed by 'Rogue One' director Gareth Edwards and has a script written by David Koepp - who worked on both the 1993 original and its 1997 sequel 'The Lost World'.'Jurassic World' castmembers Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return, and the stars of the original - Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill - are also believed to be...
- 4/16/2024
- by Louise Mary Randell
- Bang Showbiz
The Jurassic World franchise is all set to leave fans’ minds completely blown if the most recent casting reports about the next film in the series turn out to be true. According to what the sources currently have to say, Bridgerton actor Jonathan Bailey and Marvel actress Scarlett Johansson seem to be the latest actors at the helm of this upcoming movie.
Jurassic World.
While these are only reports as of now, this star-studded cast could turn out to be one helluva fine of a decision for the saga if true. In fact, for one that is more or less a succeeding reboot of the original Jurassic Park franchise, this casting could lead the saga toward an incredible milestone by setting a rare record in Hollywood’s entertainment industry!
Jurassic World Star Casting: Jonathan Bailey Alongside Scarlett Johansson?
The Jurassic saga continues to bloom and entice its viewers with each new movie,...
Jurassic World.
While these are only reports as of now, this star-studded cast could turn out to be one helluva fine of a decision for the saga if true. In fact, for one that is more or less a succeeding reboot of the original Jurassic Park franchise, this casting could lead the saga toward an incredible milestone by setting a rare record in Hollywood’s entertainment industry!
Jurassic World Star Casting: Jonathan Bailey Alongside Scarlett Johansson?
The Jurassic saga continues to bloom and entice its viewers with each new movie,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
While he's been more known for swanning about in britches on Bridgerton (and earning acclaim for his work on recent miniseries Fellow Travelers), it appears Jonathan Bailey is ready to take on a whole other level of challenge. According to Deadline, the actor is now in early talks to join Scarlett Johansson in the cast of the next Jurassic World film.
Gareth Edwards is in the director's chair for the new entry, which reportedly will tell a new story set in the World, er, world, which means pivoting focus away from the likes of Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard (or the original Jurassic Park trio). But there is one veteran Park person involved — writer David Koepp has crafted the script for this new film.
And Bailey is not the only person whose name has been mentioned in connection with the new dino-venture Daniel Richtman has floated the names of...
Gareth Edwards is in the director's chair for the new entry, which reportedly will tell a new story set in the World, er, world, which means pivoting focus away from the likes of Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard (or the original Jurassic Park trio). But there is one veteran Park person involved — writer David Koepp has crafted the script for this new film.
And Bailey is not the only person whose name has been mentioned in connection with the new dino-venture Daniel Richtman has floated the names of...
- 4/16/2024
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
Jonathan Bailey is eyeing a new leading film role!
The 35-year-old actor has reportedly begun early talks to join the Jurassic World franchise in a big role, according to Deadline.
Get more details on the upcoming movie inside…
Godzilla and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story helmer Gareth Edwards is attached to direct the next project in the Jurassic Park universe.
Currently, the pic is on a fast track to get made, with a release date already set for July 2, 2025.
According to reports, this will be a completely new take on the Jurassic franchise, marking the second “reboot,” following the Og Jurassic Park movies and the more recent Jurassic World features – 2022′s Jurassic World Dominion, 2018′s Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, and 2015′s Jurassic World.
None of the past stars are expected to return.
If you missed it, a Marvel star is also reportedly in talks for a leading role in the upcoming movie!
The 35-year-old actor has reportedly begun early talks to join the Jurassic World franchise in a big role, according to Deadline.
Get more details on the upcoming movie inside…
Godzilla and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story helmer Gareth Edwards is attached to direct the next project in the Jurassic Park universe.
Currently, the pic is on a fast track to get made, with a release date already set for July 2, 2025.
According to reports, this will be a completely new take on the Jurassic franchise, marking the second “reboot,” following the Og Jurassic Park movies and the more recent Jurassic World features – 2022′s Jurassic World Dominion, 2018′s Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, and 2015′s Jurassic World.
None of the past stars are expected to return.
If you missed it, a Marvel star is also reportedly in talks for a leading role in the upcoming movie!
- 4/16/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Universal is looking to stay in business with Jonathan Bailey, one of the stars of its upcoming Wicked films. Bailey is in early talks for a leading role in the studio’s new take on Jurassic World, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
Scarlett Johansson is already on the call sheet for the feature, which has Gareth Edwards directing and a script form Jurassic Park scribe David Koepp. Amblin Entertainment is partnering with Universal on the movie, which continues the world created by novelist Michael Crichton and originally adapted for the big screen by Steven Spielberg in 1993’s Jurassic Park. Spielberg returned to direct The Lost World (1997), with Joe Johnston stepping in for Jurassic Park III (2001).
In 2015, Colin Trevorrow revamped the franchise with Jurassic World, which starred Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard and explored a park full of dinosaurs that was now open to the public. Pratt and Howard starred in two more features,...
Scarlett Johansson is already on the call sheet for the feature, which has Gareth Edwards directing and a script form Jurassic Park scribe David Koepp. Amblin Entertainment is partnering with Universal on the movie, which continues the world created by novelist Michael Crichton and originally adapted for the big screen by Steven Spielberg in 1993’s Jurassic Park. Spielberg returned to direct The Lost World (1997), with Joe Johnston stepping in for Jurassic Park III (2001).
In 2015, Colin Trevorrow revamped the franchise with Jurassic World, which starred Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard and explored a park full of dinosaurs that was now open to the public. Pratt and Howard starred in two more features,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Following his critically acclaimed role in the Showtime series Fellow Travelers, Jonathan Bailey may have found his follow-up and its a big splash as sources tell Deadline he is in early talks to star in Universal and Amblin Entertainment’s new Jurassic World movie. Scarlett Johansson is also in talks to star. Gareth Edwards will direct.
The studio recently dated the pic to bow on July 2, 2025 and moved fast to find a director with Edwards spending all of last week meeting with execs. After impressing producers Steven Spielberg and Frank Marshall, who helped launch the franchise in the 90s, an offer soon followed and pre-production is expected to ramp up once a deal is sealed.
The new movie will be a completely fresh take on a Jurassic era with Jurassic World castmembers Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return, nor the original trilogy’s thespians Jeff Goldblum,...
The studio recently dated the pic to bow on July 2, 2025 and moved fast to find a director with Edwards spending all of last week meeting with execs. After impressing producers Steven Spielberg and Frank Marshall, who helped launch the franchise in the 90s, an offer soon followed and pre-production is expected to ramp up once a deal is sealed.
The new movie will be a completely fresh take on a Jurassic era with Jurassic World castmembers Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return, nor the original trilogy’s thespians Jeff Goldblum,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
With Scarlett Johansson now in talks to star in the new Jurassic World movie, scooper Daniel Richtman has added a couple more casting rumours to the fire. According to Richtman, Colman Domingo (Euphoria) and Dev Patel (Monkey Man) are being eyed to star in the Jurassic World relaunch.
There’s no information on who Dev Patel might play in the Jurassic World movie, but Richtman added that Colman Domingo is being eyed to play the villain. Take all this with a grain of salt for now, but Patel and Domingo would make for excellent additions to the cast.
Related Jurassic World sequel is eyeing Bridgerton’s Jonathan Bailey for its lead
Gareth Edwards (Rogue One) signed on the direct the new Jurassic World movie after talks with David Leitch (Bullet Train) fell through, and with the movie already slated for a July 2, 2025 release, Edwards will have to get to work pretty quick.
There’s no information on who Dev Patel might play in the Jurassic World movie, but Richtman added that Colman Domingo is being eyed to play the villain. Take all this with a grain of salt for now, but Patel and Domingo would make for excellent additions to the cast.
Related Jurassic World sequel is eyeing Bridgerton’s Jonathan Bailey for its lead
Gareth Edwards (Rogue One) signed on the direct the new Jurassic World movie after talks with David Leitch (Bullet Train) fell through, and with the movie already slated for a July 2, 2025 release, Edwards will have to get to work pretty quick.
- 4/15/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The Jurassic Park films, especially the first, are one of Steven Spielberg’s most acclaimed feats that pushed the boundaries with what one could do with visual effects. The director managed to bring dinosaurs to life in such a lively and entertaining way and the effects still stand up to this day. The franchise spawned a new trilogy in the 2010s with the Jurassic World trilogy.
Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum and Laura Dern in 1993’s Jurassic Park
Colin Trevorrow directed the first Jurassic World film and Jurassic World: Dominion. The director managed to get the core trio of the Jurassic Park film including Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum, and Laura Dern for the latter film. Trevorrow sent a pic of the trio’s return to Spielberg which proved to be a very emotional experience for him, one he was not ready for.
The Return of The Jurassic Park Trio Was A...
Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum and Laura Dern in 1993’s Jurassic Park
Colin Trevorrow directed the first Jurassic World film and Jurassic World: Dominion. The director managed to get the core trio of the Jurassic Park film including Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum, and Laura Dern for the latter film. Trevorrow sent a pic of the trio’s return to Spielberg which proved to be a very emotional experience for him, one he was not ready for.
The Return of The Jurassic Park Trio Was A...
- 4/15/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Dev Patel is the latest actor who could be poised to join Gareth Edwards’ Jurassic sequel, which will also star Scarlett Johansson.
Dev Patel, who recently turned director and action star with Monkey Man, is said to be ‘in talks’ to co-star in Gareth Edwards’ upcoming Jurassic Park (or Jurassic World) reboot, which has been dubbed Jurassic City.
The report comes via the reliably connected Daniel Richtman (via World of Reel); if all goes to plan, then Patel will co-star alongside Scarlett Johansson – not to mention a number of CGI dinosaurs – in the upcoming film.
It’s likely we’ll be hearing one or two more similar casting announcements over the next few months, given that production is having to move at a fast pace on the next Jurassic film. Universal Pictures has already set itself a release window of July 2025, and filming is set to get underway at the...
Dev Patel, who recently turned director and action star with Monkey Man, is said to be ‘in talks’ to co-star in Gareth Edwards’ upcoming Jurassic Park (or Jurassic World) reboot, which has been dubbed Jurassic City.
The report comes via the reliably connected Daniel Richtman (via World of Reel); if all goes to plan, then Patel will co-star alongside Scarlett Johansson – not to mention a number of CGI dinosaurs – in the upcoming film.
It’s likely we’ll be hearing one or two more similar casting announcements over the next few months, given that production is having to move at a fast pace on the next Jurassic film. Universal Pictures has already set itself a release window of July 2025, and filming is set to get underway at the...
- 4/12/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Exclusive: Daniella Pineda, Allison Robertson, Robert Morgan and Grant Harvey have joined the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios and Artists Equity feature The Accountant 2, the sequel to the 2016 thriller. Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, J.K. Simmons and Cynthia Addai-Robinson are reprising their roles, with Gavin O’Connor returning as director. Bill Dubuque penned the script.
The film follows Treasury Agent Marybeth Medina (Addai-Robinson), who after her boss is murdered by unknown assassins is forced to contact Christian Wolff (Affleck) to solve the murder. With the help of his estranged but lethal brother Brax (Bernthal), Chris applies his brilliant mind and less-than-legal methods to piece together the unsolved puzzle.
As they get closer to the truth, the trio draws the attention of some of the most ruthless killers alive — all intent on putting a stop to their search.
Artists Equity, which serves as the studio on The Accountant 2, acquired sequel rights from...
The film follows Treasury Agent Marybeth Medina (Addai-Robinson), who after her boss is murdered by unknown assassins is forced to contact Christian Wolff (Affleck) to solve the murder. With the help of his estranged but lethal brother Brax (Bernthal), Chris applies his brilliant mind and less-than-legal methods to piece together the unsolved puzzle.
As they get closer to the truth, the trio draws the attention of some of the most ruthless killers alive — all intent on putting a stop to their search.
Artists Equity, which serves as the studio on The Accountant 2, acquired sequel rights from...
- 4/10/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
The Screen Actors Guild and Directors Guild of America have approved the first-ever credit of “stunt designer.”
The title will be used on the upcoming release “The Fall Guy” with veteran stunt coordinator, second unit director and president of Stunts Unlimited Chris O’Hara set to receive the inaugural film credit.
O’Hara’s position as a production head on set is traditionally titled “stunt coordinator.” It is an official Screen Actors Guild credit also recognized by the Directors Guild of America. The addition of the “stunt designer” title better encompasses the multifaceted nature of the profession.
The title was championed by 87North, the production company led by director David Leitch and producer Kelly McCormick.
“Stunt designers are the creative architects behind fight scenes, high falls, and more, and deserve to be recognized for the creative leadership of their contributions,” Leitch, a former stunt performer said. “Universal’s decision to allow...
The title will be used on the upcoming release “The Fall Guy” with veteran stunt coordinator, second unit director and president of Stunts Unlimited Chris O’Hara set to receive the inaugural film credit.
O’Hara’s position as a production head on set is traditionally titled “stunt coordinator.” It is an official Screen Actors Guild credit also recognized by the Directors Guild of America. The addition of the “stunt designer” title better encompasses the multifaceted nature of the profession.
The title was championed by 87North, the production company led by director David Leitch and producer Kelly McCormick.
“Stunt designers are the creative architects behind fight scenes, high falls, and more, and deserve to be recognized for the creative leadership of their contributions,” Leitch, a former stunt performer said. “Universal’s decision to allow...
- 4/9/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
It's always a thrill when a former "Saturday Night Live" cast member comes back to Studio 8H to host the late night sketch comedy show. That's especially true when it's a cast member as beloved as Kristen Wiig. That last time the "Bridesmaids" star hosted "SNL" was in December 2020, and it just so happens the best sketch of the night was a new holiday favorite where she plays a mother who gets a robe for Christmas while the rest of the family gets a plethora of better gifts. However, since Kristen Wiig was hosting "SNL" for a fifth time this past weekend, she got a different robe. And she wasn't the only one.
While it's become customary for newly inducted Five Timers Club hosts to get monologue bits that bring back some legendary hosts like Steve Martin and Tom Hanks, it's not always logistically possible to make it a star-studded affair.
While it's become customary for newly inducted Five Timers Club hosts to get monologue bits that bring back some legendary hosts like Steve Martin and Tom Hanks, it's not always logistically possible to make it a star-studded affair.
- 4/7/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
When A Romantic Beach Getaway Turned Almost Fatal For Chris Pratt – Here’s What Happened Next! (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Sometimes, romantic escapades turn into a dreadful experience and stay engraved in people’s minds. Many of you would agree with this. At least the Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt would! The actor once had a near-fatal incident on a romantic break, and that was years even before his relationship with Anna Faris. During the promotion of his film The Magnificent Seven, the actor shared this frightful incident several years ago.
Chris gained recognition and fame as Andy Dwyer in the Parks and Recreation series, and after appearing in several movies as a supporting actor, his breakthrough came after playing Star-Lord in the MCU and as Owen Grady in the Jurassic World films. Pratt has also lent his voice in several animated movies and for the lead character. Some...
Sometimes, romantic escapades turn into a dreadful experience and stay engraved in people’s minds. Many of you would agree with this. At least the Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt would! The actor once had a near-fatal incident on a romantic break, and that was years even before his relationship with Anna Faris. During the promotion of his film The Magnificent Seven, the actor shared this frightful incident several years ago.
Chris gained recognition and fame as Andy Dwyer in the Parks and Recreation series, and after appearing in several movies as a supporting actor, his breakthrough came after playing Star-Lord in the MCU and as Owen Grady in the Jurassic World films. Pratt has also lent his voice in several animated movies and for the lead character. Some...
- 4/7/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Chris Pratt is presently a household name with his experience in renowned franchises like Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World. The role of Peter Quill was a turning point in his career. The MCU character needed him to go through an intense workout and diet routine which was key in elevating him to international stardom.
Chris Pratt in Parks and Recreation
Before associating his name with the big franchises and animation flicks, Chris Pratt was known for playing Andy Dwyer in Parks and Recreation. Pratt made an insane physical transformation to change himself from an adorable overweight to a charming MCU superhero. Interestingly, the actor’s ex-wife, Anna Faris reacted very weirdly to his transformation.
How did Anna Faris feel about Chris Pratt’s MCU transformation?
Chris Pratt in the MCU
Initially, Chris Pratt had a tough time in the industry before landing the role of Andy Dwyer in Parks and Recreation.
Chris Pratt in Parks and Recreation
Before associating his name with the big franchises and animation flicks, Chris Pratt was known for playing Andy Dwyer in Parks and Recreation. Pratt made an insane physical transformation to change himself from an adorable overweight to a charming MCU superhero. Interestingly, the actor’s ex-wife, Anna Faris reacted very weirdly to his transformation.
How did Anna Faris feel about Chris Pratt’s MCU transformation?
Chris Pratt in the MCU
Initially, Chris Pratt had a tough time in the industry before landing the role of Andy Dwyer in Parks and Recreation.
- 4/4/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
We look ahead to Gareth Edwards’ Jurassic City, what it might be like, and how it connects to his very earliest work.
In the press tour for his 2023 sci-fi film The Creator, British director Gareth Edwards suggested that, after the bruising experiences of making 2014’s Godzilla and in particular 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, he wouldn’t rush to go back to studio filmmaking again.
Suggesting that both of those films had started production without finalised scripts, Edwards said as recently as January that “I have to concentrate on personal and original projects.”
This stance appeared to change rather abruptly just one month later, when Universal approached Edwards with the offer to direct the next Jurassic Park (or Jurassic World) sequel. Original director David Leitch had dropped out, and with the film’s production racing to meet a self-set 2025 release date, Universal Pictures needed a replacement in a...
In the press tour for his 2023 sci-fi film The Creator, British director Gareth Edwards suggested that, after the bruising experiences of making 2014’s Godzilla and in particular 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, he wouldn’t rush to go back to studio filmmaking again.
Suggesting that both of those films had started production without finalised scripts, Edwards said as recently as January that “I have to concentrate on personal and original projects.”
This stance appeared to change rather abruptly just one month later, when Universal approached Edwards with the offer to direct the next Jurassic Park (or Jurassic World) sequel. Original director David Leitch had dropped out, and with the film’s production racing to meet a self-set 2025 release date, Universal Pictures needed a replacement in a...
- 4/4/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Although there are multiple star-studded franchises in all of Hollywood’s entertainment industry, perhaps none comes close to such immaculate box office success as the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Especially when it comes to worldwide openings, the MCU is widely the chart dominator and has achieved some of the most jaw-dropping feats as far as the box office is concerned.
The MCU is still dominating Hollywood’s entertainment industry.
As surprising as it may seem (especially to non-Marvel fans), the top 10 movies to have opened to the most massive global box office records include films from the MCU. According to the records, Marvel movies dominate 50% of the list, leaving only the 5 remaining positions for other films from other franchises.
Don’t believe us? Dig in to find out for yourself!
Top 10 Massive-est Worldwide Openings in Hollywood History 10. Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (2017)
Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi...
The MCU is still dominating Hollywood’s entertainment industry.
As surprising as it may seem (especially to non-Marvel fans), the top 10 movies to have opened to the most massive global box office records include films from the MCU. According to the records, Marvel movies dominate 50% of the list, leaving only the 5 remaining positions for other films from other franchises.
Don’t believe us? Dig in to find out for yourself!
Top 10 Massive-est Worldwide Openings in Hollywood History 10. Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (2017)
Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi...
- 4/1/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
March began with an excellent launch for Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures with “Dune: Part Two,” and now it ends with another big opening weekend for “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” to the tune of $80 million from 3,861 theaters.
It’s an opening that blows past pre-release projections that were down in the $50 million range and nearly matches the $82.5 million opening of “Dune: Part Two” from the start of the month. It’s also enough to crack the top 5 highest openings ever on Easter weekend.
Overseas numbers have also been impressive at $114 million, giving “The New Empire” an excellent $194 million global box office launch. That’s a strong start for a film that carries a $135 million production budget that is financed 75% by Legendary and 25% by Warner. That overseas start includes a $44 million opening in China, down from the $69.2 million opening of “Godzilla vs. Kong” in 2021 but 71% above the Chinese launch...
It’s an opening that blows past pre-release projections that were down in the $50 million range and nearly matches the $82.5 million opening of “Dune: Part Two” from the start of the month. It’s also enough to crack the top 5 highest openings ever on Easter weekend.
Overseas numbers have also been impressive at $114 million, giving “The New Empire” an excellent $194 million global box office launch. That’s a strong start for a film that carries a $135 million production budget that is financed 75% by Legendary and 25% by Warner. That overseas start includes a $44 million opening in China, down from the $69.2 million opening of “Godzilla vs. Kong” in 2021 but 71% above the Chinese launch...
- 3/31/2024
- by Jeremy Fuster
- The Wrap
Millie Bobby Brown is an exciting young actress, always on the lookout for ambitious new projects. So far in her career, the British actress has amazed everyone with her growth as an artist. Brown has been lucky enough to work with some of the best in the industry, and she has learned from them.
She recently had a chance to work with Chris Pratt. While the actor has an impressive body of work behind him, the Passengers star has also been embroiled in a lot of controversy throughout his career. However, Brown only had high praise for him.
The actor cuts quite a scandalous figure (Source: Jurassic World) Millie Bobby Brown loved working with Christ Pratt on their new film
Millie Bobby Brown has been slowly establishing herself as an actress to keep an eye out for. In a sea of rising talents, the Stranger Things star has carved out a niche for herself.
She recently had a chance to work with Chris Pratt. While the actor has an impressive body of work behind him, the Passengers star has also been embroiled in a lot of controversy throughout his career. However, Brown only had high praise for him.
The actor cuts quite a scandalous figure (Source: Jurassic World) Millie Bobby Brown loved working with Christ Pratt on their new film
Millie Bobby Brown has been slowly establishing herself as an actress to keep an eye out for. In a sea of rising talents, the Stranger Things star has carved out a niche for herself.
- 3/30/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Despite “Barbie’s” recent box office domination, the history of toy-to-film franchises has not always been easy. Often dismissed as a cash grab (“Battleship”) or popcorn fare, turning toys into critically and commercially successful content is no skate in the park.
For Mattel and co, there was another toy that had to walk before “Barbie” could fly: Lego. Written and directed by Lord and Miller, “The Lego Movie” proved that movies based on toys could be so much more than a 90-minute commercial when it was released ten years ago. Although snubbed at the Oscars (not even garnering a nomination for best animated film), the Warner Bros. pic — like its eventual successor “Barbie” — was a hit with both audiences and critics.
Buoyed by “The Lego Movie’s” success, a string of spin-offs and sequels quickly followed – “The Lego Batman Movie” and “The Lego Ninjago Movie” in 2017 and “The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part...
For Mattel and co, there was another toy that had to walk before “Barbie” could fly: Lego. Written and directed by Lord and Miller, “The Lego Movie” proved that movies based on toys could be so much more than a 90-minute commercial when it was released ten years ago. Although snubbed at the Oscars (not even garnering a nomination for best animated film), the Warner Bros. pic — like its eventual successor “Barbie” — was a hit with both audiences and critics.
Buoyed by “The Lego Movie’s” success, a string of spin-offs and sequels quickly followed – “The Lego Batman Movie” and “The Lego Ninjago Movie” in 2017 and “The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part...
- 3/29/2024
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
"We need to warn the others... before it's too late!" Netflix has revealed the first teaser trailer for Jurassic World: Chaos Theory, the next new animated dinosaur series within the Jurassic World / Jurassic Park franchise. While technically this is a brand new animated series, it's also a follow-up to Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, which first debuted in 2020 and ran through five seasons (+ one extra special) until 2022. Chaos Theory follows Darius Bowman, a young paleontologist from the original series who discovers that live dinosaurs are roaming California's wilderness. Set six years after the events at Camp Cretaceous, members of "The Nublar Six" are struggling to find their footing off the islands, navigating a world now filled with dinosaurs and people who want to hurt them. Featuring the voices of Paul-Mikel Williams as Darius and Sean Giambrone as Ben. Animated by DreamWorks Animation for Amblin & Universal. While this series is still mainly meant for kids,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Netflix has shared the teaser trailer for Jurassic World: Chaos Theory, which is set six years after the events of Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous. The new series will premiere on May 24, 2024.
In Chaos Theory, members of “The Nublar Six” are struggling to find their footing off the islands, navigating a world now filled with dinosaurs and people who want to hurt them.
Reunited in the wake of a tragedy, the group comes together only to find themselves on the run and catapulted into a global adventure to unravel a conspiracy that threatens dinosaurs and humankind alike and finally learn the truth about what happened to one of their own.
DreamWorks Animation is the animation studio behind the show. The production companies are Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment.
The ten 22-minute episodes of Jurassic World: Chaos Theory feature the voices of Paul-Mikel Williams as Darius and Sean Giambrone as Ben.
Scott Kreamer...
In Chaos Theory, members of “The Nublar Six” are struggling to find their footing off the islands, navigating a world now filled with dinosaurs and people who want to hurt them.
Reunited in the wake of a tragedy, the group comes together only to find themselves on the run and catapulted into a global adventure to unravel a conspiracy that threatens dinosaurs and humankind alike and finally learn the truth about what happened to one of their own.
DreamWorks Animation is the animation studio behind the show. The production companies are Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment.
The ten 22-minute episodes of Jurassic World: Chaos Theory feature the voices of Paul-Mikel Williams as Darius and Sean Giambrone as Ben.
Scott Kreamer...
- 3/28/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
In the wake of the five-season animated series “Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous,” Netflix’s “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” is stomping its way onto the platform this year.
“Chaos Theory” premieres May 24, and the series is set six years after the events of “Camp Cretaceous.” Paul-Mikel Williams is back as Darius, with Sean Giambrone as Ben.
Watch the “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” trailer below.
In the CG-animated series from Universal, DreamWorks and Amblin Entertainment…
“Six years later, members of “The Nublar Six” are struggling to find their footing off the islands, navigating a world now filled with dinosaurs and people who want to hurt them.
“Reunited in the wake of a tragedy, the group comes together only to find themselves on the run and catapulted into a global adventure to unravel a conspiracy that threatens dinosaur and humankind alike and finally learn the truth about what happened to one of their own.
“Chaos Theory” premieres May 24, and the series is set six years after the events of “Camp Cretaceous.” Paul-Mikel Williams is back as Darius, with Sean Giambrone as Ben.
Watch the “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” trailer below.
In the CG-animated series from Universal, DreamWorks and Amblin Entertainment…
“Six years later, members of “The Nublar Six” are struggling to find their footing off the islands, navigating a world now filled with dinosaurs and people who want to hurt them.
“Reunited in the wake of a tragedy, the group comes together only to find themselves on the run and catapulted into a global adventure to unravel a conspiracy that threatens dinosaur and humankind alike and finally learn the truth about what happened to one of their own.
- 3/28/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
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The Bad Boys are back! After their triumphant return to theaters in 2020, just before the pandemic hit, Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are teaming up again for another chaotic mission in Miami.
If you were hoping the upcoming The Penguin series on Max would be dark, gritty, and violent, then you’re in luck.
“You think The Joker is Gotham’s most dark and twisted guy? Well, The Penguin series is going to give him a run for his money, apparently, at least according to star Colin Farrell. Max’s television spin-off of Matt...
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The Bad Boys are back! After their triumphant return to theaters in 2020, just before the pandemic hit, Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are teaming up again for another chaotic mission in Miami.
If you were hoping the upcoming The Penguin series on Max would be dark, gritty, and violent, then you’re in luck.
“You think The Joker is Gotham’s most dark and twisted guy? Well, The Penguin series is going to give him a run for his money, apparently, at least according to star Colin Farrell. Max’s television spin-off of Matt...
- 3/26/2024
- by Lee Parham
- Den of Geek
Scarlett Johansson has entered into negotiations to lead the cast of the upcoming new instalment of the ‘Jurassic World’ franchise.
Johansson’s possible casting came just a month after it was announced that Gareth Edwards would be taking over the helm from a departing David Leitch.
According to sources, the upcoming sequel is expected to introduce a new storyline to the franchise, which has been around for thirty years. It remains uncertain whether any of the previous actors, such as Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, or Jeff Goldblum, will be making a comeback.
Also in news – Benedict Cumberbatch stars in first look images for ‘Eric’
The movie has a planned release for July 2025. The original ‘Jurassic Park’ screenwriter, David Koepp is already on board to pen the script. Steven Spielberg will serve as an executive producer through Amblin Entertainment.
Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley, David Leitch, and...
Johansson’s possible casting came just a month after it was announced that Gareth Edwards would be taking over the helm from a departing David Leitch.
According to sources, the upcoming sequel is expected to introduce a new storyline to the franchise, which has been around for thirty years. It remains uncertain whether any of the previous actors, such as Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, or Jeff Goldblum, will be making a comeback.
Also in news – Benedict Cumberbatch stars in first look images for ‘Eric’
The movie has a planned release for July 2025. The original ‘Jurassic Park’ screenwriter, David Koepp is already on board to pen the script. Steven Spielberg will serve as an executive producer through Amblin Entertainment.
Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley, David Leitch, and...
- 3/26/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Scarlett Johansson has been dominating the Hollywood scene for quite some time in the past thanks to her exceptional performances as Black Widow in the MCU. Apart from that, she has also left her mark on the critical aspects of filmmaking with two Oscar nominations to her name.
And now, it’s being reported that the actress will be joining yet another iconic and prestigious cinematic franchise in the future in the form of the Jurassic World series.
Scarlett Johansson in and as Black Widow
While her role may not have been disclosed to the public just yet, it’s being claimed that she would either be in the leading role or at least one of the leading roles in the future. But before Johansson climbed aboard for the ride, Universal Pictures was seeking acceptance of Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence for the same part.
Before Scarlett Johansson, Jennifer Lawrence Was...
And now, it’s being reported that the actress will be joining yet another iconic and prestigious cinematic franchise in the future in the form of the Jurassic World series.
Scarlett Johansson in and as Black Widow
While her role may not have been disclosed to the public just yet, it’s being claimed that she would either be in the leading role or at least one of the leading roles in the future. But before Johansson climbed aboard for the ride, Universal Pictures was seeking acceptance of Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence for the same part.
Before Scarlett Johansson, Jennifer Lawrence Was...
- 3/26/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
The Oscar nominee could follow in fellow Marvel star Chris Pratt’s footsteps with a starring role in new dinosaur adventure
Scarlett Johansson is reportedly in talks to lead a new Jurassic World movie.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, the two-time Oscar nominated actor could follow on from her Marvel co-star Chris Pratt with a starring role in the latest installment of the dinosaur franchise.
Scarlett Johansson is reportedly in talks to lead a new Jurassic World movie.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, the two-time Oscar nominated actor could follow on from her Marvel co-star Chris Pratt with a starring role in the latest installment of the dinosaur franchise.
- 3/25/2024
- by Benjamin Lee
- The Guardian - Film News
Update: The rumors are true, folks! Scarlett Johansson is officially in talks to lead the new film in Universal’s Jurassic World franchise. The studio is moving faster than a Troodon after guzzling a can of Red Bull to get the project into production. Gareth Edwards directs the new Jurassic World film project from a script by Jurassic Park writer David Koepp. Universal is looking for dinosaurs to roar in theaters on July 2, 2025, giving the team a little more than a year to assemble the feature.
Universal’s Jurassic World film is another blockbuster franchise project for Johansson after she played Black Widow in many Marvel movies. She’s one of Hollywood’s most in-demand talents, especially after Oscar-worthy performances in films like Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit. We expect much more news about the new Jurassic World project in the coming months, with fans eager to know the plot...
Universal’s Jurassic World film is another blockbuster franchise project for Johansson after she played Black Widow in many Marvel movies. She’s one of Hollywood’s most in-demand talents, especially after Oscar-worthy performances in films like Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit. We expect much more news about the new Jurassic World project in the coming months, with fans eager to know the plot...
- 3/25/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Scarlett Johansson has found her next big franchise, and she's going to tangle with dinosaurs this time around. The "Black Widow" actor has officially entered talks to star in the new "Jurassic World" movie currently in the works at Universal Pictures. The project has been coming together very quickly behind the scenes in recent weeks. Should Johanson sign on the dotted line, it would provide some major A-list power to the proceedings.
The InSneider first reported the news a couple of weeks ago, but The Hollywood Reporter has now confirmed the development. There are currently no details on the character Johansson would be playing in the "Jurassic" universe. The indication is that this is going to be a fresh start for the franchise that could pave the way for a new trilogy. It's not yet clear if the new "Jurassic World" movie will be a full-on reboot or something that...
The InSneider first reported the news a couple of weeks ago, but The Hollywood Reporter has now confirmed the development. There are currently no details on the character Johansson would be playing in the "Jurassic" universe. The indication is that this is going to be a fresh start for the franchise that could pave the way for a new trilogy. It's not yet clear if the new "Jurassic World" movie will be a full-on reboot or something that...
- 3/25/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
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