Despite numerous changes at Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy has remained president and continues to oversee the Star Wars franchise in collaboration with Disney. Regardless of opinions on her management style, she remains a key figure in shaping the future of Star Wars, making her perspective crucial and the focus of this article.
Kennedy is known for voicing her opinions, often attracting criticism, but she continues to speak out. In an interview with The Wrap, she discussed the future of the franchise and addressed important issues, which will be the focus of this report.
In this article, we will discuss the future of women directors in the Star Wars franchise. This topic has been a recurring issue, and Kathleen Kennedy provided her honest and clear opinion on the matter, making her perspective especially relevant.
In an interview with The Wrap, Kennedy discussed the future of the Star Wars franchise in the post-Lucas era,...
Kennedy is known for voicing her opinions, often attracting criticism, but she continues to speak out. In an interview with The Wrap, she discussed the future of the franchise and addressed important issues, which will be the focus of this report.
In this article, we will discuss the future of women directors in the Star Wars franchise. This topic has been a recurring issue, and Kathleen Kennedy provided her honest and clear opinion on the matter, making her perspective especially relevant.
In an interview with The Wrap, Kennedy discussed the future of the Star Wars franchise in the post-Lucas era,...
- 7/9/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Comic Basics
Despite all the changes and shifts that happened in Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy managed to “survive” as the president of the company, and she is still running the Star Wars franchise in collaboration with Disney. Whatever your opinion of Kennedy’s management style, she remains the head of the franchise and one of the most influential figures in terms of Star Wars‘ future. This is why her perspective on the issue is important, and it will undoubtedly be the main topic of this article.
Kennedy is known for voicing her opinion, and her opinions have often been subject to criticism as well, but this has not stopped her from speaking out. In an interview for The Wrap, Kennedy talked about the future of the franchise, as well as some important issues which are going to be the focus of this report.
In it, we are going to talk about the future...
Kennedy is known for voicing her opinion, and her opinions have often been subject to criticism as well, but this has not stopped her from speaking out. In an interview for The Wrap, Kennedy talked about the future of the franchise, as well as some important issues which are going to be the focus of this report.
In it, we are going to talk about the future...
- 7/9/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Jeff Goldblum sent Scarlett Johansson a surprise on live television by officially welcoming her into the “Jurassic” family while she was being interviewed on “Today.” Johansson, who is headlining the new “Jurassic World” movie, was on the NBC morning news show to promote her rom-com “Fly Me to the Moon” when a video Goldblum personally recorded for her was shown on air.
Goldblum starred as Dr. Ian Malcolm in Steven Spielberg’s original “Jurassic Park” film in 1993 and reprised the character in three more sequels, including 2022’s “Jurassic World Dominion.”
“Dr. Johansson, this is Jeff Goldblum. Here’s what I want to say to you. This I know: Scarlett will find a way,” he said, referring to the franchise’s iconic “life finds a way” line. “Don’t get eaten, unless you want to. I love you.”
The video ended with Goldblum blowing Johansson a kiss. The two actors previously...
Goldblum starred as Dr. Ian Malcolm in Steven Spielberg’s original “Jurassic Park” film in 1993 and reprised the character in three more sequels, including 2022’s “Jurassic World Dominion.”
“Dr. Johansson, this is Jeff Goldblum. Here’s what I want to say to you. This I know: Scarlett will find a way,” he said, referring to the franchise’s iconic “life finds a way” line. “Don’t get eaten, unless you want to. I love you.”
The video ended with Goldblum blowing Johansson a kiss. The two actors previously...
- 7/8/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Colin Trevorrow would have dabbled in yet another classic franchise after Jurassic World if things went as planned. The filmmaker was hired to direct the final part of the Star Wars sequel trilogy and had even written a script along with frequent collaborator Derek Connolly. However, after creative differences, Trevorrow left the project, and J.J. Abrams took over.
While Trevorrow has not commented much on the abandoned film, his script Star Wars: Duel of Fates was leaked and many fans considered it to be an upgrade from Abrams’ The Rise of Skywalker. However, one line from the script seems to have angered fans as it dismisses the lore of the Jedi established by George Lucas.
Colin Trevorrow’s Canceled Duel of Fates Ruins Jedi Lore A still from J.J. Abrams’ Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker | Credits: Lucasfilm
After being trusted to revive the Jurassic Park franchise with Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard,...
While Trevorrow has not commented much on the abandoned film, his script Star Wars: Duel of Fates was leaked and many fans considered it to be an upgrade from Abrams’ The Rise of Skywalker. However, one line from the script seems to have angered fans as it dismisses the lore of the Jedi established by George Lucas.
Colin Trevorrow’s Canceled Duel of Fates Ruins Jedi Lore A still from J.J. Abrams’ Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker | Credits: Lucasfilm
After being trusted to revive the Jurassic Park franchise with Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard,...
- 7/8/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Star Wars fans who were lucky enough to attend last April's Star Wars Celebration were treated to a first look at Skeleton Crew. Now, well over a year later, Lucasfilm still hasn't shared anything online (including the trailer which appeared to show Jude Law's character using the Force).
The series takes place around the same time as The Mandalorian and is expected to tie into that and Ahsoka. How important it will be to the wider franchise and Dave Filoni's eventual crossover event remains to be seen.
The radio silence has created a lot of intrigue around Skeleton Crew, and a Lego set has just leaked online (via SFFGazette.com) revealing a first look at a ship called The Onyx Cinder.
It appears to be the ship belonging to Law's character, and we now have a name for him and his young companions. The Captain Marvel and Fantastic Beasts star is playing Jod,...
The series takes place around the same time as The Mandalorian and is expected to tie into that and Ahsoka. How important it will be to the wider franchise and Dave Filoni's eventual crossover event remains to be seen.
The radio silence has created a lot of intrigue around Skeleton Crew, and a Lego set has just leaked online (via SFFGazette.com) revealing a first look at a ship called The Onyx Cinder.
It appears to be the ship belonging to Law's character, and we now have a name for him and his young companions. The Captain Marvel and Fantastic Beasts star is playing Jod,...
- 7/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Colin Trevorrow’s Jurassic World trilogy came to its conclusion in 2022 with Jurassic World: Dominion. It didn’t take long for Universal to move forward with a follow-up despite the arc for those characters coming to an end. Production has just taken off and the new Jurassic World movie will be filming in Thailand through July 16th, with locations including Bangkok, Trang, Phang Nga, Phuket, Chiang Mai and the Huai To Waterfall, which is within the Khao Phanom Bencha National Park in Krabi province. Filming at the waterfall is expected to take a full week. Outside of Thailand, the movie will be filming at studios in Malta and the U.K. The writer of the two original Spielberg movies, David Koepp, returns to the series with this sequel and the star, Scarlett Johansson, couldn’t be more excited as she spoke about the project with ComicBook.com. According to Variety, the Black Widow actress said,...
- 6/25/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Scarlett Johansson cannot believe that she is going to lead the cast of the next 'Jurassic World' movie.The 39-year-old star has confirmed that she will be starring in the upcoming film in the dinosaur franchise and revealed how 'Jurassic Park' was one of her favourite childhood pictures.Scarlett told ComicBook.com: "I am an enormous 'Jurassic Park' fan."It is one of the first movies I remember seeing in theatres. I remember it so vividly. It was life-changing and mind-blowing. I cannot express how excited I am."The new 'Jurassic World' movie is being directed by Gareth Edwards with David Koepp returning to the series to pen the script and Scarlett quipped that she would have happily been in the film for only five minutes.The 'Black Widow' actress said: "David Koepp wrote it and returned after 30 years to...
- 6/25/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Scarlett Johansson confirmed to ComicBook.com that she is, in fact, headlining the next “Jurassic World” movie, which is being directed by “Rogue One” and “Godzilla” filmmaker Gareth Edwards from a script penned by David Koepp. The screenwriter is returning to the dinosaur franchise after having penned Steven Spielberg’s “Jurassic Park” (1993) and “The Lost World: Jurassic Park” (1997).
“I am an enormous ‘Jurassic Park’ fan,” Johansson said. “It is one of the first movies I remember seeing in theaters. I remember it so vividly. It was life-changing and mind blowing. I cannot express how excited I am.”
Johansson said “the script is so incredible” for the fourth “Jurassic World” movie, which will be an entirely new story that’s separate from the first “Jurassic World” trilogy that starred Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. All three “Jurassic World” movies grossed more than $1 billion each at the worldwide box office. Johansson is...
“I am an enormous ‘Jurassic Park’ fan,” Johansson said. “It is one of the first movies I remember seeing in theaters. I remember it so vividly. It was life-changing and mind blowing. I cannot express how excited I am.”
Johansson said “the script is so incredible” for the fourth “Jurassic World” movie, which will be an entirely new story that’s separate from the first “Jurassic World” trilogy that starred Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. All three “Jurassic World” movies grossed more than $1 billion each at the worldwide box office. Johansson is...
- 6/24/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
After a couple of far-from-perfect sequels, the Jurassic franchise was rebooted with Jurassic World in 2015. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard were chosen to lead the series, with only one movie set in the newly minted "Jurassic World" theme park before it all came crashing down.
The trilogy, which also included Fallen Kingdom and Dominion, was a financial success for Universal Pictures, with all three instalments grossing over $1 billion each. However, Dominion's takings dropped significantly from its predecessors and reviews were not kind.
Now, the idea is to reboot the series again or at least continue it with a new cast which, so far, includes Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Rupert Friend, and - if talks work out - Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali.
In an interview with ComicBook.com (via SFFGazette.com), the Avengers: Endgame star broke her silence on the movie when they asked what led to her returning...
The trilogy, which also included Fallen Kingdom and Dominion, was a financial success for Universal Pictures, with all three instalments grossing over $1 billion each. However, Dominion's takings dropped significantly from its predecessors and reviews were not kind.
Now, the idea is to reboot the series again or at least continue it with a new cast which, so far, includes Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Rupert Friend, and - if talks work out - Oscar-winner Mahershala Ali.
In an interview with ComicBook.com (via SFFGazette.com), the Avengers: Endgame star broke her silence on the movie when they asked what led to her returning...
- 6/24/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Bryce Dallas Howard has made a significant mark as a director within the Star Wars universe, beginning with her work on The Mandalorian. Having directed multiple episodes of the acclaimed series, she is set to return with the upcoming Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. Excited for New Horizons with Star Wars The accomplished director has expressed her enthusiasm for helming her own Star Wars film or show. Speaking at a recent event, Howard mentioned, I love filmmaking. I love directing. And so, I would absolutely love to direct a Star Wars film. I would absolutely love to have a Star Wars...
- 6/23/2024
- by Steve Delickson
- TVovermind.com
Actress Cristin Milioti is capturing attention in her new role as mafia family member Sofia Falcone, starring alongside Colin Farrell in Max’s upcoming series “The Penguin,” one of two comic book adaptations she’s appearing in this year. In May, Hulu announced she will join the cast of “Hit Monkey” for the animated show’s second season, premiering on July 15. But this is hardly the first time the actress has starred in a major movie or show. If you’ve seen the trailer new teaser for “The Penguin” and are wondering what you’ve seen her in before, here are some of her top credits on IMDb so far.
The Wolf of Wall Street
Cristin Miliotti may not be the first actor you think of when you recall Martin Scorsese’s 2013 exploration of greed ‘The Wolf of Wall Street,’ but the actress plays an integral role in the story of fraudulent stockbroker Jordan Belfort, played by Leonardo DiCaprio. As Teresa Petrillo, Militoi brought to life Belfort’s first wife, who was eventually replaced by Naomi Lapaglia (Margot Robbie), aka The Dutchess.
Palm Springs
Andy Samberg’s 2020 time loop comedy was embraced by critics and fans alike, with a 7.4 star rating on IMDb. But Samberg’s Nyles would have been even more lost without Cristin Militoi as Sarah, a fellow wedding guest and love interest who gets trapped with him in a time loop, repeatedly attending the same wedding for somewhere between 40 and 40 million years.
Black Mirror
“Black Mirror” has featured many talented actors, from Daniel Kaluuya and Bryce Dallas Howard to Aaron Paul and Letitia Wright. Cristin Milioti became a “Black Mirror” alum in 2017 when she starred opposite Jesse Plemons in the Season 4 opener, “USS Callister.” In the Emmy-winning episode, Milioti plays a programmer trapped in a virtual world by her reclusive coworker harboring secret possessive fantasies.
Made for Love
“The Penguin” won’t be Cristin Milioti’s first time on a Max original series. In 2021, the actress starred in “Made for Love,” a sci-fi dramedy about a tech billionaire’s ex who discovers a tracking device implanted in her brain.
Notable TV Roles
Throughout the 2010s, Milioti also appeared in recurring roles on several popular shows you may have watched. She played the eponymous Mother in “How I Met Your Mother,” the coked out stockbroker Whitney in “The Mindy Project,” and as cancer-stricken Betsy Solverson in Season 2 of “Fargo.”
Watch the new teaser for “The Penguin” on IMDb....
The Wolf of Wall Street
Cristin Miliotti may not be the first actor you think of when you recall Martin Scorsese’s 2013 exploration of greed ‘The Wolf of Wall Street,’ but the actress plays an integral role in the story of fraudulent stockbroker Jordan Belfort, played by Leonardo DiCaprio. As Teresa Petrillo, Militoi brought to life Belfort’s first wife, who was eventually replaced by Naomi Lapaglia (Margot Robbie), aka The Dutchess.
Palm Springs
Andy Samberg’s 2020 time loop comedy was embraced by critics and fans alike, with a 7.4 star rating on IMDb. But Samberg’s Nyles would have been even more lost without Cristin Militoi as Sarah, a fellow wedding guest and love interest who gets trapped with him in a time loop, repeatedly attending the same wedding for somewhere between 40 and 40 million years.
Black Mirror
“Black Mirror” has featured many talented actors, from Daniel Kaluuya and Bryce Dallas Howard to Aaron Paul and Letitia Wright. Cristin Milioti became a “Black Mirror” alum in 2017 when she starred opposite Jesse Plemons in the Season 4 opener, “USS Callister.” In the Emmy-winning episode, Milioti plays a programmer trapped in a virtual world by her reclusive coworker harboring secret possessive fantasies.
Made for Love
“The Penguin” won’t be Cristin Milioti’s first time on a Max original series. In 2021, the actress starred in “Made for Love,” a sci-fi dramedy about a tech billionaire’s ex who discovers a tracking device implanted in her brain.
Notable TV Roles
Throughout the 2010s, Milioti also appeared in recurring roles on several popular shows you may have watched. She played the eponymous Mother in “How I Met Your Mother,” the coked out stockbroker Whitney in “The Mindy Project,” and as cancer-stricken Betsy Solverson in Season 2 of “Fargo.”
Watch the new teaser for “The Penguin” on IMDb....
- 6/20/2024
- by IMDb Editors
- IMDb News
Dave Filoni has acted as the chief creative officer of Lucasfilm for a year now. However, he has been involved in the Star Wars franchise for decades. He has overseen some of the greatest projects in the series, be it as a director, producer, or even actor. Over the years, he went from joining one of the greatest franchises of all time to watching it crumble right in front of his eyes.
Osha and Jecki in a still from The Acolyte | Lucasfilm, Disney
There is no denying that Star Wars is turning into something the fans don’t recognize anymore. While a lot of complaints reflect racism and misogyny, there are fundamental parts of the franchise that simply do not work anymore.
The quality is going down faster than anyone could have seen coming, and nothing represents this better than the recently released series, The Acolyte.
The Acolyte—A Self-Inflicted...
Osha and Jecki in a still from The Acolyte | Lucasfilm, Disney
There is no denying that Star Wars is turning into something the fans don’t recognize anymore. While a lot of complaints reflect racism and misogyny, there are fundamental parts of the franchise that simply do not work anymore.
The quality is going down faster than anyone could have seen coming, and nothing represents this better than the recently released series, The Acolyte.
The Acolyte—A Self-Inflicted...
- 6/20/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Bryce Dallas Howard will be returning to the Star Wars franchise as a director in the upcoming show Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. The show also has great creative minds such as Jon Watts, the Daniels, and more helming various episodes. In a recent interview, Dallas Howard mentioned that she would be excited to have her own film in the franchise.
The Disney-led Star Wars IPs have not been received well by fans of the franchise. The most recent Disney Plus series The Acolyte’s 14% rating on Rotten Tomatoes is proof that the studio is doing something wrong with the IP. Amidst criticisms of the shoddy writing in the show, fans hope Disney would let creators like Bryce Dallas Howard lead a series.
Bryce Dallas Howard’s Wish Gets Traction Among Star Wars Fans Bryce Dallas Howard | Credits: Disney
Actress Bryce Dallas Howard turned director with the Star Wars show The Mandalorian.
The Disney-led Star Wars IPs have not been received well by fans of the franchise. The most recent Disney Plus series The Acolyte’s 14% rating on Rotten Tomatoes is proof that the studio is doing something wrong with the IP. Amidst criticisms of the shoddy writing in the show, fans hope Disney would let creators like Bryce Dallas Howard lead a series.
Bryce Dallas Howard’s Wish Gets Traction Among Star Wars Fans Bryce Dallas Howard | Credits: Disney
Actress Bryce Dallas Howard turned director with the Star Wars show The Mandalorian.
- 6/19/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Bryce Dallas Howard has urged the stars of the new 'Jurassic World' movie to remember that the franchise is aimed at younger viewers.A new movie in the dinosaur series is set for release in 2025 and Bryce – who will not be returning as Claire Dearing – has urged newcomers such as Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey to think of the children when making the flick.Speaking to Collider, the 'Argylle' star said: "I would say the one thing which I know that they know is that this is just incredibly meaningful for kids."Dinosaurs are a big deal and they're special interests for a lot of young people and that stays with some of us as we get older. I have wallpaper in my bedroom of dinosaurs. I'm 43."And so, I think that, if they don't already know it, they'll immediately see it and sense it and...
- 6/19/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
The Star Wars franchise has predominantly been male-dominated. While Kathleen Kennedy has been at its helm, the films have primarily been directed by men. However, female directors have begun to make their mark within the series. Amid the ongoing discussions around The Acolyte and its controversies, another name emerges: Bryce Dallas Howard, a renowned actress, and daughter of director Ron Howard. Howard has notably directed episodes of The Mandalorian, which garnered acclaim. This has sparked speculation among fans: Is it time for her to helm a Star Wars movie?
This question has lingered for some time. Howard seized her opportunity and proved herself capable. Now, it’s worth considering whether the time has come for a woman to take on a Star Wars film, and whether Bryce Dallas Howard is the ideal candidate for the role. Let’s delve into that possibility!
As the Star Wars franchise evolves, there’s...
This question has lingered for some time. Howard seized her opportunity and proved herself capable. Now, it’s worth considering whether the time has come for a woman to take on a Star Wars film, and whether Bryce Dallas Howard is the ideal candidate for the role. Let’s delve into that possibility!
As the Star Wars franchise evolves, there’s...
- 6/19/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Comic Basics
For the most part, the Star Wars franchise has been a “male” franchise. While Kathleen Kennedy has been leading it for some time, the films were directed by male directors, but female directors have gotten opportunities to work on the Star Wars series. And while we’ve been reporting on The Acolyte and all the controversies surrounding the show, there are other names involved, and one of them is Bryce Dallas Howard, famous actress and daughter of famous director Ron Howard. Dallas Howard worked on The Mandalorian and her episodes have been received with acclaim, so many fans have been wondering – is it time for her to direct her own movie?
This has been a question for some time now. Dallas Howard got her chance and she used it well, so it’s a valid point to ask ourselves whether it’s time for a woman to direct a Star...
This has been a question for some time now. Dallas Howard got her chance and she used it well, so it’s a valid point to ask ourselves whether it’s time for a woman to direct a Star...
- 6/19/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
It’s official, a new Jurassic Park film is coming out. It’s been confirmed by the Hollywood Reporter that Universal has been quietly working on a new trilogy with original Jurassic Park writer David Koepp penning the latest script. The report states that the studio may be able to drop a new film in 2025! This is fresh off the Jurassic World trilogy with Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, with the final film, Jurassic World: Dominion, released in 2022. It’s not particularly surprising that another round of Jurassic Park is heading to theaters. Jurassic World, Fallen Kingdom, and Dominion all made...
- 6/17/2024
- by Jeffrey Bowie Jr.
- TVovermind.com
In the ever-expanding universe of Jurassic World, actor Jonathan Bailey is now making waves for potentially being in the run to replace Chris Pratt. Perhaps fronting Scarlett Johansson’s upcoming movie, the Bridgerton actor appears to be giving up his 19th-century outfit for barbells in preparation for his upcoming role.
Chris Pratt in Jurassic World | Universal Pictures
Supposedly switching roles from Regency England society to the dinosaur-dominated universe, an image of Jonathan Bailey hitting the gym fueled rumors about his upcoming appearance in Jurassic World 4. Stepping into the spotlight previously held by Chris Pratt, Bailey seems to be dedicating himself to physical transformation for the franchise’s upcoming installment.
Jonathan Bailey Reportedly Lines Up to Replace Chris Pratt in Jurassic World 4
Following Universal Studios’ intention to start a new era for their hugely successful Jurassic World franchise, it was confirmed that Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, and the...
Chris Pratt in Jurassic World | Universal Pictures
Supposedly switching roles from Regency England society to the dinosaur-dominated universe, an image of Jonathan Bailey hitting the gym fueled rumors about his upcoming appearance in Jurassic World 4. Stepping into the spotlight previously held by Chris Pratt, Bailey seems to be dedicating himself to physical transformation for the franchise’s upcoming installment.
Jonathan Bailey Reportedly Lines Up to Replace Chris Pratt in Jurassic World 4
Following Universal Studios’ intention to start a new era for their hugely successful Jurassic World franchise, it was confirmed that Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, and the...
- 6/16/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The Transformers and G.I. Joe fandom has been getting a lot of mind-blowing reports ever since Paramount announced that these two universes will soon be colliding and having their own crossover movie.
That said, the latest reports haven’t quite ceased to leave fans baffled either, considering how they have finally revealed who would be taming this crossover movie’s storyline.
Transformers and G.I. Joe franchises. | Credit: Paramount.
According to exclusive reports, this reportedly-Chris-Hemsworth-starrer has joined hands with none other than a Jurassic World writer who co-wrote all three films from the movie series: Derek Connolly.
However, this latest piece of news isn’t the best one for fans of both of these respective worlds because the inclusion of this writer means the film could go south for a very valid reason.
Derek Connolly has been Tapped for Transformers x G.I. Joe Film
Screenwriter cum producer Connolly, who has acted...
That said, the latest reports haven’t quite ceased to leave fans baffled either, considering how they have finally revealed who would be taming this crossover movie’s storyline.
Transformers and G.I. Joe franchises. | Credit: Paramount.
According to exclusive reports, this reportedly-Chris-Hemsworth-starrer has joined hands with none other than a Jurassic World writer who co-wrote all three films from the movie series: Derek Connolly.
However, this latest piece of news isn’t the best one for fans of both of these respective worlds because the inclusion of this writer means the film could go south for a very valid reason.
Derek Connolly has been Tapped for Transformers x G.I. Joe Film
Screenwriter cum producer Connolly, who has acted...
- 6/14/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Paramount’s Transformers and GI Joe crossover movie, set to star Chris Hemsworth, has a writer: Derek Connolly, who wrote Jurassic World and Detective Pikachu.
Toys will collide in Paramount’s forthcoming Transformers and GI Joe crossover film – a cinematic extravaganza previously hinted at in 2023’s Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts.
Who will write this meeting of Hasbro properties? Derek Connolly, the screenwriter behind such effects-heavy films as Jurassic World and Detective Pikachu. Paramount’s crossover film will star Chris Hemsworth in some capacity, and according to The Hollywood Reporter, will see the Autobots and the Joes pitted against the evil Decepticons and the terrorist group, Cobra.
Hemsworth is lending his voice to Optimus Prime in this September’s Transformers One, a CG-animated prequel about the transforming robots’ earlier lives on the planet Cybertron. How did Autobot leader Optimus Prime and Megatron (voiced by Brian Tyree Henry) go from friends to mortal enemies?...
Toys will collide in Paramount’s forthcoming Transformers and GI Joe crossover film – a cinematic extravaganza previously hinted at in 2023’s Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts.
Who will write this meeting of Hasbro properties? Derek Connolly, the screenwriter behind such effects-heavy films as Jurassic World and Detective Pikachu. Paramount’s crossover film will star Chris Hemsworth in some capacity, and according to The Hollywood Reporter, will see the Autobots and the Joes pitted against the evil Decepticons and the terrorist group, Cobra.
Hemsworth is lending his voice to Optimus Prime in this September’s Transformers One, a CG-animated prequel about the transforming robots’ earlier lives on the planet Cybertron. How did Autobot leader Optimus Prime and Megatron (voiced by Brian Tyree Henry) go from friends to mortal enemies?...
- 6/14/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Griffin in Summer won the Founders Award for best U.S. narrative feature as well as two additional awards: special jury mention for new narrative director for Nicholas Colia and best screenplay in a U.S. narrative feature, which also went to Colia.
Meanwhile, Bikechess won Best International Narrative Feature, and Hacking Hate won Best Documentary Feature. Don’t You Let Me Go won the 12th annual Nora Ephron Award, and Come Closer and Witches topped the first Viewpoints Competition.
Additionally, Nnamdi Asomugha‘s The Knife won two awards: best cinematography in a U.S. narrative feature (Alejandro Mejia) and the best new narrative director award for Asomugha.
Some Rain Must Fall also won two awards.
A full list of this year’s winners follows.
More to come.
U.S. Narrative Competition
Founders Award for Best U.S. Narrative Feature: Griffin in Summer, director Nicholas Colia
Best Performance in a U.
Meanwhile, Bikechess won Best International Narrative Feature, and Hacking Hate won Best Documentary Feature. Don’t You Let Me Go won the 12th annual Nora Ephron Award, and Come Closer and Witches topped the first Viewpoints Competition.
Additionally, Nnamdi Asomugha‘s The Knife won two awards: best cinematography in a U.S. narrative feature (Alejandro Mejia) and the best new narrative director award for Asomugha.
Some Rain Must Fall also won two awards.
A full list of this year’s winners follows.
More to come.
U.S. Narrative Competition
Founders Award for Best U.S. Narrative Feature: Griffin in Summer, director Nicholas Colia
Best Performance in a U.
- 6/13/2024
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Back in January, Universal Pictures made a surprising announcement: not only did they have a new Jurassic World movie in development, but the screenplay – by original Jurassic Park screenwriter David Koepp, returning to the franchise for the first time since The Lost World: Jurassic Park – had already been written, and the movie was on the fast track to production. Soon after, we learned that it’s aiming for a July 2, 2025 theatrical release. The project has been assembled in a mad scramble over the last five months. At one point, The Fall Guy director David Leitch was in talks to direct, but he had a different vision than Universal was looking forward, so they turned to Godzilla director Gareth Edwards. And with Edwards at the helm, the movie officially went into production today, filming in Thailand.
According to Variety, the new Jurassic World movie will be filming in Thailand through July 16th,...
According to Variety, the new Jurassic World movie will be filming in Thailand through July 16th,...
- 6/13/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
A few stars in Tinseltown shine as brightly as the revered Hollywood icon, Clint Eastwood, who has long been regarded as a respected veteran of the movie business. But have you heard the heartwarming tale of solidarity & respect that developed between Eastwood and Ron Howard, another giant of the silver screen whose directorial finesse often slips under the radar despite his stellar contributions?
Well, from Howard’s early days of playing Opie in The Andy Griffith Show to holding directing duties for Solo: A Star Wars Story, he has been a relentless force both in front of and behind the camera. However, it was not until the 1980s, when he collaborated with George Lucas on the cult film Willow, that he gained public recognition as a director.
Ron Howard in Japan Premiere of Solo A Star Wars Story | Credit: Dick Thomas Johnson/Wikimedia Commons
Willow’s initial reception was not too great.
Well, from Howard’s early days of playing Opie in The Andy Griffith Show to holding directing duties for Solo: A Star Wars Story, he has been a relentless force both in front of and behind the camera. However, it was not until the 1980s, when he collaborated with George Lucas on the cult film Willow, that he gained public recognition as a director.
Ron Howard in Japan Premiere of Solo A Star Wars Story | Credit: Dick Thomas Johnson/Wikimedia Commons
Willow’s initial reception was not too great.
- 6/10/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Matthew Vaughn is a savvy filmmaker who should know his films, particularly when they go sailing over the top narratively and tonally — which describes pretty much all of them save for his 2004 debut directorial effort, "Layer Cake" and the open-hearted whimsy of "Stardust" — tend to divide critics. You either go with the rousingly ultraviolent superhero satire of "Kick-Ass," or you rage against its vile excesses, chief among them being the transformation of an 11-year-old into a gun-wielding, slicing-and-dicing whirlwind of death known as Hit Girl. He specializes in juvenile subversion, but if you can get past the giddy excess of his films, they occasionally contain a surprising degree of thematic depth.
Vaughn's 2024 flop "Argylle" was not, on any level, a thoughtful film. It's a star-studded stew of a spy-comedy romp that's meant as a one-and-done spinoff from the director's largely successful "Kingsman" franchise. On the surface, given its colorful assortment of celebrities,...
Vaughn's 2024 flop "Argylle" was not, on any level, a thoughtful film. It's a star-studded stew of a spy-comedy romp that's meant as a one-and-done spinoff from the director's largely successful "Kingsman" franchise. On the surface, given its colorful assortment of celebrities,...
- 6/9/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
The espionage thriller Argylle, helmed by Matthew Vaughn, has sparked strong reactions since its January 2024 release. Despite its star-studded cast, including Bryce Dallas Howard, Henry Cavill, and Dua Lipa, the film faced harsh critical reviews. Director Shocked by Negative Feedback Vaughn expressed his surprise at the vitriolic reception: We didn't make 'Citizen Kane', but then the reviews came out, and I'm like, 'Wait, what have I done to offend these people?’ Unexpected Downturn Despite Positive Test Screenings Before its release, Argylle received positive feedback in test screenings. Vaughn shared: We had done test screenings that had gone fantastically well.
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Matthew Vaughn is responding to the heavy criticism his film Argylle received.
The film starring Henry Cavill and Bryce Dallas Howard was not well-received by film critics and the box office, and the director is weighing in on what happened.
“My guard came down on Argylle. We had done test screenings that had gone fantastically well. The premiere was a really fun night, and it was like going back to the Snatch days where there was such excitement. And I started drinking the Kool-Aid,” he said in an interview with Empire magazine.
He continued, “It’s a fun, feel-good movie, or I thought it was a fun, feel-good movie. We didn’t make Citizen Kane, but f***ing hell, then the reviews came out and I’m like, ‘Wait, what have I done to offend these people?’ They were vitriolic. I’m not saying the movie’s perfect by any means,...
The film starring Henry Cavill and Bryce Dallas Howard was not well-received by film critics and the box office, and the director is weighing in on what happened.
“My guard came down on Argylle. We had done test screenings that had gone fantastically well. The premiere was a really fun night, and it was like going back to the Snatch days where there was such excitement. And I started drinking the Kool-Aid,” he said in an interview with Empire magazine.
He continued, “It’s a fun, feel-good movie, or I thought it was a fun, feel-good movie. We didn’t make Citizen Kane, but f***ing hell, then the reviews came out and I’m like, ‘Wait, what have I done to offend these people?’ They were vitriolic. I’m not saying the movie’s perfect by any means,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Henry Cavill’s biggest flop of the year surprised director Matthew Vaughn in ways he did not expect. The filmmaker, who also helmed the successful Kingsman franchise, thought the 2024 spy thriller film would be a nice feel-good show for everyone, but what happened was the complete opposite.
Henry Cavill in Argylle / Universal Pictures
Argylle was peppered with harsh criticism from fans and reviewers. Over the past years, there has been an oversaturation of espionage-themed movies in the market, but the root cause of its failure was the early negative reviews that discouraged fans from giving it a chance.
Matthew Vaughn Addressed The Failure Of Argylle
During an interview with Empire, director Matthew Vaughn confessed he initially had a great feeling about Argylle.
We had done test screenings that had gone fantastically well. The premiere was a really fun night, and it was like going back to the ‘Snatch’ days where there was such excitement.
Henry Cavill in Argylle / Universal Pictures
Argylle was peppered with harsh criticism from fans and reviewers. Over the past years, there has been an oversaturation of espionage-themed movies in the market, but the root cause of its failure was the early negative reviews that discouraged fans from giving it a chance.
Matthew Vaughn Addressed The Failure Of Argylle
During an interview with Empire, director Matthew Vaughn confessed he initially had a great feeling about Argylle.
We had done test screenings that had gone fantastically well. The premiere was a really fun night, and it was like going back to the ‘Snatch’ days where there was such excitement.
- 6/4/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
When Argylle hit theaters at the beginning of 2024, it was greeted with largely negative reviews. Directed by Matthew Vaughn, the movie stars Bryce Dallas Howard as Elly Conway, an espionage author who stumbles into a real-life spy adventure. This new tone of action-adventure seemed to miss the mark for many critics, and the film only managed to gross $96.2 million at the box office before moving to Apple TV+. In an eye-opening interview with Empire, Vaughn opened up about the adverse reception. When asked if he was disappointed by the backlash, he didn’t mince words: Fuck yeah. He elaborated...
- 6/4/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
'Argylle' director Matthew Vaughn was hurt by the "vitriolic" reaction to his movie.The 53-year-old filmmaker was at the helm of the star studded spy comedy - which featured the likes of Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O'Hara, Henry Cavill, Dua Lipa, Ariana DeBose, John Cena and Samuel L. Jackson - and he admitted the poor reaction from critics and many fans left him disappointed and "rattled".He told Empire magazine: “My guard came down on 'Argylle'. We had done test screenings that had gone fantastically well."The premiere was a really fun night, and it was like going back to the 'Snatch' days where there was such excitement. And I started drinking the Kool-Aid.“It’s a fun, feel-good movie, or I thought it was a fun, feel-good movie. We didn’t make 'Citizen Kane', but f****** hell,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Alistair McGeorge
- Bang Showbiz
With a track record of turning stories into sensational films, Matthew Vaughn has already astonished us with his directorial finesse. Unfortunately, in addition to creating critically acclaimed flicks like Layer Cake, Stardust, X-Men: First Class, and Kingsman: The Secret Service, he has also directed films that fell flat with critics. That being said, his recent release—Argylle—starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Bryan Cranston, and Henry Cavill—has failed to capture the hearts of theatergoers.
Despite not breaking even at the box office, the film performed well on streaming platforms. While the box office numbers are still rolling in, with Vaughn at the helm and the film gaining traction, Argylle appears to be ripe for expansion.
A still from Matthew Vaughn’s Argylle | Universal Pictures
Yes, despite losing over $100 million on the action-packed spectacle, which also featured the charm of John Cena and Samuel L. Jackson, Vaughn remains undeterred, discussing the...
Despite not breaking even at the box office, the film performed well on streaming platforms. While the box office numbers are still rolling in, with Vaughn at the helm and the film gaining traction, Argylle appears to be ripe for expansion.
A still from Matthew Vaughn’s Argylle | Universal Pictures
Yes, despite losing over $100 million on the action-packed spectacle, which also featured the charm of John Cena and Samuel L. Jackson, Vaughn remains undeterred, discussing the...
- 6/4/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Matthew Vaughn recently opened up to Empire magazine about enduring some of the worst reviews of his career with “Argylle,” the $200 million star-studded spy comedy that flopped in theaters this year with $96 million worldwide. The film, backed by Apple and released theatrically by Universal, intended to start a franchise and starred Bryce Dallas Howard as a reclusive spy novelist thrust into a real world of espionage. Henry Cavill, Sam Rockwell, Samuel L. Jackson, John Cena and more co-starred.
“Fuck yeah,” Vaughn responded when asked if the extremely negative “Argylle” reviews were disappointing to read. The movie has a 33% Rotten Tomatoes score from 292 reviews.
“We had done test screenings that had gone fantastically well,” Vaughn said. “The premiere was a really fun night, and it was like going back to the ‘Snatch’ days where there was such excitement. And I started drinking the Kool-Aid. It’s a fun, feel-good movie, or...
“Fuck yeah,” Vaughn responded when asked if the extremely negative “Argylle” reviews were disappointing to read. The movie has a 33% Rotten Tomatoes score from 292 reviews.
“We had done test screenings that had gone fantastically well,” Vaughn said. “The premiere was a really fun night, and it was like going back to the ‘Snatch’ days where there was such excitement. And I started drinking the Kool-Aid. It’s a fun, feel-good movie, or...
- 6/3/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Matthew Vaughn has managed to establish himself as a brand name when action comedies are concerned. He managed to achieve success with the Kingsman series, but his filmography includes other interesting titles such as Stardust (2007), Kick-Ass (2010), and X-Men: First Class (2011). Vaughn is definitely a director who is interesting and who knows his trade, but his most recent feature, Argylle, was a complete flop, despite a potentially intriguing premise and a star-filled cast. The critics have panned the Kingsman spin-off, and it was a disaster at the box office, earning less than $100 million against a $200 million budget.
In a recent talk with Empire magazine, Vaughn discussed the reception of Argylle, and the director was not shy about expressing his disappointment with how it all turned out for the movie. He believes firmly that the movie was not that bad and that the reactions were simply too harsh.
For a director… no,...
In a recent talk with Empire magazine, Vaughn discussed the reception of Argylle, and the director was not shy about expressing his disappointment with how it all turned out for the movie. He believes firmly that the movie was not that bad and that the reactions were simply too harsh.
For a director… no,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Those Taylor Swift Easter-egg rumors didn’t help “Argylle” any at the box office, but director Matthew Vaughn felt more dismayed by the film’s “vitriolic” reviews than he did the ticket sales, according to a new interview with Empire.
Vaughn said that he was shocked by just how big of a flop the spy-adventure comedy was on a critical level.
“It’s a fun, feel-good movie, or I thought it was a fun, feel-good movie,” Vaughn said. “We didn’t make ‘Citizen Kane,’ but fucking hell, then the reviews came out and I’m like, ‘Wait, what have I done to offend these people?’ They were vitriolic.”
Vaughn added, “I’m not saying the movie’s perfect by any means, but I didn’t think it was offensive. That took me by surprise.”
The director recalled “fantastic” audience test-screenings prior to the film’s January 2024 release. The feature...
Vaughn said that he was shocked by just how big of a flop the spy-adventure comedy was on a critical level.
“It’s a fun, feel-good movie, or I thought it was a fun, feel-good movie,” Vaughn said. “We didn’t make ‘Citizen Kane,’ but fucking hell, then the reviews came out and I’m like, ‘Wait, what have I done to offend these people?’ They were vitriolic.”
Vaughn added, “I’m not saying the movie’s perfect by any means, but I didn’t think it was offensive. That took me by surprise.”
The director recalled “fantastic” audience test-screenings prior to the film’s January 2024 release. The feature...
- 6/3/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Before the release of “Argylle,” there was a lot of discussion about Matthew Vaughn’s spy film. First, it was purchased by Apple for a reported sum of $200 million. That’s a huge number, obviously. Then, the discussion went on about the all-star cast– Henry Cavill, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, and even pop star Dua Lipa.
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- 6/3/2024
- by Martin Miller
- The Playlist
When Argylle landed at the start of 2024, it was met – by and large – with a slew of negative reviews. Matthew Vaughn’s spy romp, in which Bryce Dallas Howard’s espionage author Elly Conway finds herself caught up in a real spy story, saw the Kingsman filmmaker engage with a different tone of action-adventure story than he’d previously explored. But while the film was welcomed by some viewers, it also received some starkly critical reactions – and grossed just $96.2 million at the box office, before making its way to Apple TV+. It was not exactly what Vaughn hoped for, having imagined Argylle as the starting point for all kinds of adventures to come, both in the ‘real-world’ setting inhabited by Conway and Sam Rockwell’s Aidan Wilde, and the fictional world of Conway’s novels led by Henry Cavill’s Agent Argylle.
In a major new Empire interview, Vaughn got...
In a major new Empire interview, Vaughn got...
- 6/3/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Spoilers below for both "Doctor Who" and "Black Mirror."
In a recent interview about the latest "Doctor Who" episode, showrunner Russell T. Davies teased that the show would "step into 'Black Mirror' territory." It turns out that Davies is a big fan of the dystopian anthology series and its creator, Charlie Brooker. But even as his latest episode took inspiration from the show, he promised it'd still have that "Doctor Who" spin:
"[Brooker's] immensely brilliant. But there's a little bit more freedom and 'Doctor Who' madness in 'Dot and Bubble'. There's a sense of fun. And monsters in the middle of it... So although it's 'Black Mirror'-like, it's more 'Doctor Who.' ['Dot and Bubble']'s got the bones and the blood of our favourite show."
Sure enough, the latest episode of season 14 is clearly based off of "Nosedive." That's a famous season 3 "Black Mirror" episode, centered...
In a recent interview about the latest "Doctor Who" episode, showrunner Russell T. Davies teased that the show would "step into 'Black Mirror' territory." It turns out that Davies is a big fan of the dystopian anthology series and its creator, Charlie Brooker. But even as his latest episode took inspiration from the show, he promised it'd still have that "Doctor Who" spin:
"[Brooker's] immensely brilliant. But there's a little bit more freedom and 'Doctor Who' madness in 'Dot and Bubble'. There's a sense of fun. And monsters in the middle of it... So although it's 'Black Mirror'-like, it's more 'Doctor Who.' ['Dot and Bubble']'s got the bones and the blood of our favourite show."
Sure enough, the latest episode of season 14 is clearly based off of "Nosedive." That's a famous season 3 "Black Mirror" episode, centered...
- 5/31/2024
- by Michael Boyle
- Slash Film
Exclusive: Publicist Alex Schack has been hired by align PR as a Vice President.
Schack’s client roster includes Jurassic World franchise star and filmmaker Bryce Dallas Howard, Anna Sawai, Rosa Salazar, Madeline Brewer, Camilla Luddington, Phoebe Tonkin, Christian Serratos and more.
Said align PR founder and CEO Nicole Perez-Krueger, “We are excited to welcome Alex to the align PR team. With her extensive experience in running successful and strategic publicity campaigns, she brings valuable expertise that will add to our talented publicity teams and contribute to expanding our client roster with more traditional talent from film and television. Her work in the industry and client list speak for themselves, and we’re excited to embark on this next chapter with her.”
Schack comes to align PR from Narrative. During the course of her public relations career she has worked at Slate, and began at I.D. PR.
Founded in 2019 by Perez-Krueger,...
Schack’s client roster includes Jurassic World franchise star and filmmaker Bryce Dallas Howard, Anna Sawai, Rosa Salazar, Madeline Brewer, Camilla Luddington, Phoebe Tonkin, Christian Serratos and more.
Said align PR founder and CEO Nicole Perez-Krueger, “We are excited to welcome Alex to the align PR team. With her extensive experience in running successful and strategic publicity campaigns, she brings valuable expertise that will add to our talented publicity teams and contribute to expanding our client roster with more traditional talent from film and television. Her work in the industry and client list speak for themselves, and we’re excited to embark on this next chapter with her.”
Schack comes to align PR from Narrative. During the course of her public relations career she has worked at Slate, and began at I.D. PR.
Founded in 2019 by Perez-Krueger,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
The Jurassic Park / Jurassic World franchise is continuing – and it’s doing so without any of the leads from the previous movies. The new film in the series is aiming for a July 2, 2025 theatrical release, and when it reaches the screen, it will be introducing us to a new batch of characters. Those played by Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum, and Laura Dern are out, as are the ones played by Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. So far, we’ve heard that the new Jurassic World movie is set to star Mahershala Ali (Green Book), Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton), Rupert Friend (Anatomy of a Scandal), Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer), and a bunch of hungry dinosaurs. Now Deadline reveals that the cast is being rounded out with the addition of Luna Blaise.
Blaise is best known for playing Olive Stone on 62 episodes of the TV series Manifest.
Blaise is best known for playing Olive Stone on 62 episodes of the TV series Manifest.
- 5/31/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Luna Blaise is set to round out cast of Universal and Amblin Entertainment’s new Jurassic World movie. Scarlett Johansson, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey and Rupert Friend are also set 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 in Edwards. The new movie will be a fresh take, with Jurassic World cast members Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return, and neither will original trilogy’s stars Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill. David Koepp penned the new script.
The film will be will be executive produced by Steven Spielberg through Amblin, and Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley through Kennedy-Marshall. EVP Production Development Sara Scott and Creative Executive of Production Development Jacqueline Garell will oversee for the studio.
Spielberg’s groundbreaking Jurassic Park redefined the summer blockbuster when...
The studio recently dated the pic to bow on July 2, 2025 and moved fast to find a director in Edwards. The new movie will be a fresh take, with Jurassic World cast members Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return, and neither will original trilogy’s stars Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill. David Koepp penned the new script.
The film will be will be executive produced by Steven Spielberg through Amblin, and Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley through Kennedy-Marshall. EVP Production Development Sara Scott and Creative Executive of Production Development Jacqueline Garell will oversee for the studio.
Spielberg’s groundbreaking Jurassic Park redefined the summer blockbuster when...
- 5/31/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Outside of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Pratt found his footing in Jurassic World. After three installments, the actor still keeps his door ajar in case he gets a call to return to the beloved franchise.
Chris Pratt in Jurassic World / Universal Pictures
For some fans, they have had enough of Pratt dealing and running with dinosaurs. In fact, he has another huge franchise under his belt, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which he can focus on and try to expand.
Chris Pratt Wants To Return In Jurassic World Reboot
During an interview with Cbr, actor Chris Pratt revealed he is open to returning in the upcoming Gareth Edwards film.
Hey, never say never. Maybe. Maybe I return. Maybe I don’t. You’ll just have to tune in to find out. I know I’ll be first in line, whether I’m in it or not.
Early this year,...
Chris Pratt in Jurassic World / Universal Pictures
For some fans, they have had enough of Pratt dealing and running with dinosaurs. In fact, he has another huge franchise under his belt, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which he can focus on and try to expand.
Chris Pratt Wants To Return In Jurassic World Reboot
During an interview with Cbr, actor Chris Pratt revealed he is open to returning in the upcoming Gareth Edwards film.
Hey, never say never. Maybe. Maybe I return. Maybe I don’t. You’ll just have to tune in to find out. I know I’ll be first in line, whether I’m in it or not.
Early this year,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Mahershala Ali is in talks for a role in the new 'Jurassic World' film.The 'Green Book' actor has held discussions about joining Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Rupert Friend in the latest movie in the dinosaur franchise.Plot details on the flick – which is set to begin production in London next month – have not been disclosed but Gareth Edwards is directing from a screenplay written by David Koepp.The film is planned for release in July 2025 and is being produced by Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley through their Kennedy/Marshall banner and the original film's director Steven Spielberg through his Amblin Entertainment company.Casting Ali, 50, would be a coup as the Oscar-winning star tends to shun big blockbusters and has a reputation for being selective with his acting projects.Last month, it was revealed that Johansson is set to produce the movie as well as star in the project,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Even with the cameras due to start rolling within the next couple of weeks, the rush of casting news on the new Jurassic World film remains unstoppable, like a T-rex crashing through a deactivated electric fence. Today brings word, via The Hollywood Reporter, that double Oscar winner Mahershala Ali is primed to make a rare foray into blockbuster territory to snag a role among the dinosaurs.
The Creator's Gareth Edwards is busy preparing to make the giant new film, working from a script by Jurassic Park veteran scribe David Koepp.
If he does make a deal, Ali will be among the group likely to be spending some of their time evading toothy nightmares, which already includes Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo.
Nothing is known about the story for this one, or how it will connect to the wider Jurassic world. At this time, we're not expecting...
The Creator's Gareth Edwards is busy preparing to make the giant new film, working from a script by Jurassic Park veteran scribe David Koepp.
If he does make a deal, Ali will be among the group likely to be spending some of their time evading toothy nightmares, which already includes Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo.
Nothing is known about the story for this one, or how it will connect to the wider Jurassic world. At this time, we're not expecting...
- 5/30/2024
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
A major A-list star is in talks for a key role in Universal Pictures' upcoming Jurassic World movie, but if he signs on, it will leave a huge question mark over a long in-development Marvel Studios reboot.
THR reports that Marhershala Ali is negotiating to star in the fourth Jurassic World film alongside lead Scarlett Johansson. Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo are also on board in supporting roles, and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Godzilla director Gareth Edwards is set to helm.
Production is said to be gearing up for mid-June in London... which is also around the time Blade is (or was) expected to begin filming.
The trade report doesn't mention Blade, but it seems highly unlikely that Ali would be lining up this Jw role if he was still planning to play the Daywalker - unless the MCU project has been hit with yet...
THR reports that Marhershala Ali is negotiating to star in the fourth Jurassic World film alongside lead Scarlett Johansson. Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo are also on board in supporting roles, and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Godzilla director Gareth Edwards is set to helm.
Production is said to be gearing up for mid-June in London... which is also around the time Blade is (or was) expected to begin filming.
The trade report doesn't mention Blade, but it seems highly unlikely that Ali would be lining up this Jw role if he was still planning to play the Daywalker - unless the MCU project has been hit with yet...
- 5/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
We’ve been waiting a few years to see if and when the Marvel Cinematic Universe Blade reboot that’s set to star Mahershala Ali of Green Book is going to go into production – and while we continue to wait, Ali is in talks to join former MCU star Scarlett Johansson in the new Jurassic World movie that’s in the works at Universal! As The Hollywood Reporter notes, Ali tends to be very selective and usually avoids Hollywood blockbuster-type projects (aside from Blade), so getting him to sign on for a role would be a big “get” for this project.
If Ali’s deal closes, he’ll be sharing the screen with Johansson (Black Widow), Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton), Rupert Friend (Anatomy of a Scandal), Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer), and a bunch of hungry dinosaurs. This new Jurassic World movie will have Gareth Edwards directing the film from a...
If Ali’s deal closes, he’ll be sharing the screen with Johansson (Black Widow), Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton), Rupert Friend (Anatomy of a Scandal), Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer), and a bunch of hungry dinosaurs. This new Jurassic World movie will have Gareth Edwards directing the film from a...
- 5/30/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
The next installment in the Jurassic World franchise continues to build its main cast, with THR reporting today that Mahershala Ali (Marvel’s upcoming Blade) is now in talks.
Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer), Rupert Friend (Asteroid City) and Jonathan Bailey (Wicked) are also on board 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.
Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer), Rupert Friend (Asteroid City) and Jonathan Bailey (Wicked) are also on board 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.
- 5/30/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Henry Cavill’s Argylle suffered tremendously not only at the box office but also in the critic reviews. The spy thriller film helmed by Kingsman director Matthew Vaughn led a promising introduction with its star-studded cast, but even with the tandem of The Witcher star and John Cena, the movie still flopped.
Henry Cavill in Argylle / Universal Pictures
Meanwhile, the animated adventure comedy film The Garfield Movie is making waves on its weekend premiere. The beloved cat is definitely attracting viewers out of pure nostalgia, and funnily enough, its box office debut earned higher than Argylle’s worldwide gross!
The Garfield Movie Director Reveals Why The Character Remains Timeless
Director Mark Dindal talked about the inspiration behind creating The Garfield Movie and why it remains a popular figure throughout the decades. He told Animation Scoop:
There’s a universal quality to him, which there has to be because he’s been around for 45+ years.
Henry Cavill in Argylle / Universal Pictures
Meanwhile, the animated adventure comedy film The Garfield Movie is making waves on its weekend premiere. The beloved cat is definitely attracting viewers out of pure nostalgia, and funnily enough, its box office debut earned higher than Argylle’s worldwide gross!
The Garfield Movie Director Reveals Why The Character Remains Timeless
Director Mark Dindal talked about the inspiration behind creating The Garfield Movie and why it remains a popular figure throughout the decades. He told Animation Scoop:
There’s a universal quality to him, which there has to be because he’s been around for 45+ years.
- 5/27/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
(from left) Dr. Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum), Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill), Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard), Owen Grady (Chris Pratt), Maisie Lockwood (Isabella Sermon) and Kayla Watts (DeWanda Wise) in Jurassic World Dominion, co-written and directed by Colin Trevorrow. Photo Credit: John Wilson/Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment. Copyright © 2022 Universal Studios and Amblin Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Jurassic World Dominion made an impact as the sixth installment in the Jurassic Park series, solidifying its place as the third highest-grossing movie in the franchise. While critics had varying opinions, there’s no denying the film’s success, driven by several factors. Fans were especially excited about the long-awaited reunion of the original Jurassic Park trio, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, alongside Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard from Jurassic World. This fusion of two worlds provided an exciting cinematic experience that resonated with audiences.
- 5/27/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Jurassic World 4: Chris Pratt Talks About His Potential Return In The $3 Billion Franchise. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Jurassic World, led by Chris Pratt, is one of Hollywood’s successful blockbuster franchises. The film series is all set to release a fourth installment with a potential new cast. Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey is reported to star opposite Scarlett Johansson in the Jurassic World 4 movie. Amidst that, Pratt has dropped a dicey comment about his potential return to the franchise.
The first film in the Pratt-led franchise came out in 2015, followed by the sequel in 2018. The trilogy was completed with 2022’s Jurassic World: Dominion. The 2015 release was set 22 years after the events of Jurassic Park and is set on the same fictional island of Isla Nublar. The Og actors from the Jurassic Park franchise returned in the 2022 film Jurassic World: Dominion- Laura Dern, Sam Neil, and Jeff Goldblum appeared together after several years.
Jurassic World, led by Chris Pratt, is one of Hollywood’s successful blockbuster franchises. The film series is all set to release a fourth installment with a potential new cast. Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey is reported to star opposite Scarlett Johansson in the Jurassic World 4 movie. Amidst that, Pratt has dropped a dicey comment about his potential return to the franchise.
The first film in the Pratt-led franchise came out in 2015, followed by the sequel in 2018. The trilogy was completed with 2022’s Jurassic World: Dominion. The 2015 release was set 22 years after the events of Jurassic Park and is set on the same fictional island of Isla Nublar. The Og actors from the Jurassic Park franchise returned in the 2022 film Jurassic World: Dominion- Laura Dern, Sam Neil, and Jeff Goldblum appeared together after several years.
- 5/25/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Scarlett Johansson is one of the few MCU actors who have managed to maintain a splendid career after being part of such a highly beloved franchise. One would think that after her successful run in the comic book universe, the actress would want to avoid joining any more franchises and instead focus on showcasing her talents in independent features.
Yet, this assumption is far from the truth. As the dust settles on her MCU departure, the actress has taken a bold move that could prove to be a misstep in her otherwise successful career.
Scarlett Johansson in and as Black Widow | Marvel Studios
Defying fan expectations, Johansson is helming not one, but two acclaimed franchises, i.e. Transformers and Jurassic World. What could possibly be a huge gamble for her career, the actress is one of the leads in the upcoming Jurassic World reboot, apart from having a voiceover role in the Transformers franchise.
Yet, this assumption is far from the truth. As the dust settles on her MCU departure, the actress has taken a bold move that could prove to be a misstep in her otherwise successful career.
Scarlett Johansson in and as Black Widow | Marvel Studios
Defying fan expectations, Johansson is helming not one, but two acclaimed franchises, i.e. Transformers and Jurassic World. What could possibly be a huge gamble for her career, the actress is one of the leads in the upcoming Jurassic World reboot, apart from having a voiceover role in the Transformers franchise.
- 5/23/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Universal Pictures has been assembling quite the cast of dino hors d’oeuvres for their latest Jurassic World movie, and THR reports that Rupert Friend (Asteroid City) has signed on.
Rupert Friend will star alongside Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) and Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton) in the Jurassic World movie, with Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer) also set to appear. There have also been rumours that Colman Domingo (Euphoria) and Dev Patel (Monkey Man) are being eyed to appear, but nothing official has been announced. Plot details are being kept under wraps, but you really can’t go wrong with rampaging dinosaurs. Just no locusts this time.
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Rupert Friend will star alongside Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) and Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton) in the Jurassic World movie, with Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer) also set to appear. There have also been rumours that Colman Domingo (Euphoria) and Dev Patel (Monkey Man) are being eyed to appear, but nothing official has been announced. Plot details are being kept under wraps, but you really can’t go wrong with rampaging dinosaurs. Just no locusts this time.
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- 5/22/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
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