Zack Snyder’s Dcu tenure can be best described as an ambitious effort cut short due to the very divisive reception of his films. While Snyder believed he was pushing the boundaries with the storytelling and doing something new with the characters, it did not satisfy fans. Man of Steel and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice did little to excite core DC fans.
A still from X-Men ’97
One of the most infamous scenes from the latter was the Martha scene, where Superman tells Batman to save his adoptive mother before he kills him. The scene has become the butt of jokes over the years, and now X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo is the latest to poke fun at the memefied scene.
Beau DeMayo Makes Fun Of The ‘Martha Scene’ With an X-Men’97 Twist The infamous Martha scene in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice...
A still from X-Men ’97
One of the most infamous scenes from the latter was the Martha scene, where Superman tells Batman to save his adoptive mother before he kills him. The scene has become the butt of jokes over the years, and now X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo is the latest to poke fun at the memefied scene.
Beau DeMayo Makes Fun Of The ‘Martha Scene’ With an X-Men’97 Twist The infamous Martha scene in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
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- 5/2/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 has been a stellar hit among Marvel fans, and there are quite a few reasons why the revival of an old animated show was such a success. While it did hit the right notes with nostalgia, the show incorporated modern issues as well, and took inspiration from some beloved movies; such as Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel.
Henry Cavill in Man Of Steel (image credit: Warner Brothers)
Though Snyder’s run at DC was pretty controversial, no one can deny the massive imprint his media has left on his departure from the franchise. His style of filming often serves as a reference to modern-day auteurs, including X-Men ’97‘s Beau DeMayo.
Suggested“It’d suck to see the quality deteriorate without him”: X-Men ’97 Reportedly Getting Multiple Seasons But Fans Beg Marvel to Bring Beau DeMayo Back
Beau DeMayo never shies away from acknowledging his inspirations,...
Henry Cavill in Man Of Steel (image credit: Warner Brothers)
Though Snyder’s run at DC was pretty controversial, no one can deny the massive imprint his media has left on his departure from the franchise. His style of filming often serves as a reference to modern-day auteurs, including X-Men ’97‘s Beau DeMayo.
Suggested“It’d suck to see the quality deteriorate without him”: X-Men ’97 Reportedly Getting Multiple Seasons But Fans Beg Marvel to Bring Beau DeMayo Back
Beau DeMayo never shies away from acknowledging his inspirations,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Fans always appreciate unexpected appearances. A fan-favorite character appears out of nowhere and easily becomes the center of attention. The most recent example of this was a certain webslinger returning to X-Men ’97. Spider-Man’s appearance back in the animated universe of the iconic series has been celebrated in the most grand of ways.
Wolverine in X-Men ’97
So much so, that many fans are requesting a revival of his home series, Spider-Man: The Animated Series. However, if this renewal follows the formula of the X-Men series, it is very likely to come across some backlash—a response that would be based on the mild criticism the new show has been getting.
Fans Want a Spider-Man Comeback After X-Men ’97
Spider-Man’s return in the eighth episode of X-Men ’97 has become all that Marvel fans can seem to talk about. While the entry, on its own, has a lot of significance for the series,...
Wolverine in X-Men ’97
So much so, that many fans are requesting a revival of his home series, Spider-Man: The Animated Series. However, if this renewal follows the formula of the X-Men series, it is very likely to come across some backlash—a response that would be based on the mild criticism the new show has been getting.
Fans Want a Spider-Man Comeback After X-Men ’97
Spider-Man’s return in the eighth episode of X-Men ’97 has become all that Marvel fans can seem to talk about. While the entry, on its own, has a lot of significance for the series,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
10. Remember Me (2010)
Robert Pattinson’s Remember Me remains a serious romance drama for the vast majority of its duration. A troubled rich kid falls in love with a NYPD Detective’s daughter; they go through a lot together and admit their feelings to each other… And then, out of absolutely nowhere, he dies in the 9/11 attack. The end. Seriously?
9. Lucy (2014)
Scarlett Johansson's Lucy explores the classic “people are only using 10% of their brains” scenario. Thanks to the experimental drug, a drug mule gains access to many skills and knowledge… Fast-forward: she evaporates, meets the first human, sees the Big Bang, and stores All Knowledge Ever on a bloody Usb, of all things.
8. The Happening (2008)
Mark Wahlberg’s The Happening has an interesting approach to the apocalypse: all over the world, people start killing themselves. The situation looks serious, more and more people die by their own hands… As it turns out,...
Robert Pattinson’s Remember Me remains a serious romance drama for the vast majority of its duration. A troubled rich kid falls in love with a NYPD Detective’s daughter; they go through a lot together and admit their feelings to each other… And then, out of absolutely nowhere, he dies in the 9/11 attack. The end. Seriously?
9. Lucy (2014)
Scarlett Johansson's Lucy explores the classic “people are only using 10% of their brains” scenario. Thanks to the experimental drug, a drug mule gains access to many skills and knowledge… Fast-forward: she evaporates, meets the first human, sees the Big Bang, and stores All Knowledge Ever on a bloody Usb, of all things.
8. The Happening (2008)
Mark Wahlberg’s The Happening has an interesting approach to the apocalypse: all over the world, people start killing themselves. The situation looks serious, more and more people die by their own hands… As it turns out,...
- 5/1/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Anyone But You: Sydney Sweeney & Glen Powell’s Movie Rule At #2 On Netflix’s Global Top 10 List (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Anyone But You, starring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney, continues ruling hearts on the Ott platform. It has been a week since the movie has been made available on Netflix. It had a successful run in the theatres, and after entertaining the cinemagoers with their sizzling chemistry, the duo continues to do the same on Ott. Scroll below for deets.
It is loosely based on William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Will Gluck directed it, and the supporting cast included Alexandra Shipp, GaTa, Hadley Robinson, Michelle Hurd, Dermot Mulroney, Darren Barnet, Bryan Brown, and Rachel Griffiths. Glen and Sydney’s friendship and off-the-screen dynamics were in the news consistently, and they helped promote the film, resulting in its success. The film was made on a reported budget of $90 million.
Anyone But You, starring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney, continues ruling hearts on the Ott platform. It has been a week since the movie has been made available on Netflix. It had a successful run in the theatres, and after entertaining the cinemagoers with their sizzling chemistry, the duo continues to do the same on Ott. Scroll below for deets.
It is loosely based on William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Will Gluck directed it, and the supporting cast included Alexandra Shipp, GaTa, Hadley Robinson, Michelle Hurd, Dermot Mulroney, Darren Barnet, Bryan Brown, and Rachel Griffiths. Glen and Sydney’s friendship and off-the-screen dynamics were in the news consistently, and they helped promote the film, resulting in its success. The film was made on a reported budget of $90 million.
- 5/1/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Being a part of a television show as celebrated as Yellowstone is equivalent to winning the lottery for any actor. In light of this, the Yellowstone cast has mostly kept quiet following Kevin Costner’s unexpected departure during the second half of Season 5.
How do the remaining cast members feel about Costner’s exit from Paramount’s show? Did the cast feel abandoned by The Untouchables star because he left some storylines unfinished for his Yellowstone character (John Dutton)? Well, Costner’s former co-stars from the series are reportedly unhappy about his departure and the fallout from it, according to a report from Life & Style.
Kevin Costner as John Dutton in Yellowstone [Credit Paramount Network]An unnamed source claimed that Wes Bentley, Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, Luke Grimes, and other celebrities have distanced themselves from The Postman director, holding him responsible for the series’ cancellation after five seasons.
Kevin Costner’s...
How do the remaining cast members feel about Costner’s exit from Paramount’s show? Did the cast feel abandoned by The Untouchables star because he left some storylines unfinished for his Yellowstone character (John Dutton)? Well, Costner’s former co-stars from the series are reportedly unhappy about his departure and the fallout from it, according to a report from Life & Style.
Kevin Costner as John Dutton in Yellowstone [Credit Paramount Network]An unnamed source claimed that Wes Bentley, Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, Luke Grimes, and other celebrities have distanced themselves from The Postman director, holding him responsible for the series’ cancellation after five seasons.
Kevin Costner’s...
- 5/1/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Late Night With The Devil Breaks Streaming Records on Shudder’s Strongest Opening Weekend Ever (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Shudder, the go-to spot for horror buffs, smashed its records last weekend with “Late Night With The Devil,” a horror gem that became the top catch for Shudder and AMC+ during its debut. Horror Geek Life reports that the film wasted no time making history, hitting the ground running on Shudder on April 19 and securing the platform’s most triumphant opening weekend yet.
Upon hitting theaters, it promptly seized the crown as distributor IFC Films’ most lucrative opening weekend in the U.S., amassing $2.8 million in domestic box office revenue. According to Forbes, despite its limited release in just 1,034 American theaters, the Australian movie generated $9.8 million in revenue during its U.S. theatrical run.
AMC no longer shares specific subscriber figures for Shudder as a standalone service. However, as of 2023, AMC Networks...
Shudder, the go-to spot for horror buffs, smashed its records last weekend with “Late Night With The Devil,” a horror gem that became the top catch for Shudder and AMC+ during its debut. Horror Geek Life reports that the film wasted no time making history, hitting the ground running on Shudder on April 19 and securing the platform’s most triumphant opening weekend yet.
Upon hitting theaters, it promptly seized the crown as distributor IFC Films’ most lucrative opening weekend in the U.S., amassing $2.8 million in domestic box office revenue. According to Forbes, despite its limited release in just 1,034 American theaters, the Australian movie generated $9.8 million in revenue during its U.S. theatrical run.
AMC no longer shares specific subscriber figures for Shudder as a standalone service. However, as of 2023, AMC Networks...
- 5/1/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Baby Reindeer has taken over Netflix.
Richard Gadd’s breakout stalker series was already No. 1 on the streamer’s English-language TV list and, not only did it retain that title for the second week in a row, its viewership shot up to 22M views from April 22 to April 28.
The series, which is loosely based on Gadd’s own experience with a stalker, was easily the most-watched title of the week. It was also leagues above the No. 2 series for this week, which was Dead Boy Detectives.
That series, adapted from Neil Gaiman’s comics, drew 3.1M views after debuting over the weekend.
Elsewhere on the TV list, The Gentlemen and 3 Body Problem are still going strong with 2.3M and 2.2M views, respectively. Both are still quite a ways away from Netflix’s most popular list.
It’s unlikely either will reach that threshold during their premiere windows, though The Gentlemen...
Richard Gadd’s breakout stalker series was already No. 1 on the streamer’s English-language TV list and, not only did it retain that title for the second week in a row, its viewership shot up to 22M views from April 22 to April 28.
The series, which is loosely based on Gadd’s own experience with a stalker, was easily the most-watched title of the week. It was also leagues above the No. 2 series for this week, which was Dead Boy Detectives.
That series, adapted from Neil Gaiman’s comics, drew 3.1M views after debuting over the weekend.
Elsewhere on the TV list, The Gentlemen and 3 Body Problem are still going strong with 2.3M and 2.2M views, respectively. Both are still quite a ways away from Netflix’s most popular list.
It’s unlikely either will reach that threshold during their premiere windows, though The Gentlemen...
- 4/30/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Let’s travel back to 2008 when the summer hit its fever pitch of the long-awaited Christopher Nolan superhero epic, The Dark Knight. I could remember it like it was yesterday when I was a sophomore in college reading up on all the production coverage I could find and rewatching those amazing trailers, following that online campaign and viral marketing, which was way ahead of its time. My presale tickets were bought; I was amped beyond words for what I was about to witness. I think it was the longest wait in a theatre line as well, clocking in three hours before seating on opening night at my local IMAX. Because, at that time, seats weren’t reserved, and it was a battle royale trying to get that coveted middle-row seat. Picture “Running of the Bulls” in Spain, but with people trying to get that damn middle row. Boy, how far...
- 4/30/2024
- by Paul Bookstaber
- JoBlo.com
Renowned podcaster and commentator Joe Rogan is celebrated for his frankness, a trait he maintains during conversations on his podcast. And he took the same approach when Taylor Sheridan joined him on his podcast to discuss the latter’s acclaimed Western drama, Yellowstone. The series following the Dutton family maintaining power over their vast ranch initially received mixed reviews.
Kevin Costner as John Dutton in Yellowstone
However, it has since gained traction with subsequent seasons, garnering praise from both critics and audiences. In their discussion, Sheridan delved into the show’s early reception, leading Rogan to highlight the declining relevance of critics in the realm of entertainment.
Joe Rogan Questioned Critics’ Relevance in the Entertainment Industry
In an appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, the Yellowstone creator reflected on the negative reviews surrounding the show. He admitted that critics might have initially disliked the show as it was “designed for them to hate.
Kevin Costner as John Dutton in Yellowstone
However, it has since gained traction with subsequent seasons, garnering praise from both critics and audiences. In their discussion, Sheridan delved into the show’s early reception, leading Rogan to highlight the declining relevance of critics in the realm of entertainment.
Joe Rogan Questioned Critics’ Relevance in the Entertainment Industry
In an appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, the Yellowstone creator reflected on the negative reviews surrounding the show. He admitted that critics might have initially disliked the show as it was “designed for them to hate.
- 4/30/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Well, get ready to witness the magic of ‘Lion King’ in a whole new way as Mufasa: The Lion King’s first teaser trailer was recently dropped (April 29). And we got to learn that Hamilton star Lin-Manuel Miranda is in charge of the soundtrack for the live-action animated prequel to The Lion King.
The songwriter-actor, 44, composed the music for a number of films and TV shows, including Moana and Encanto, to refer a few. Not to mention making physical appearances in Mary Poppins Returns, 200 Cartas, and other flicks.
Barry Jenkins | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
And after a quieter few years, Barry Jenkins’ Mufasa: The Lion King brings him back under the familiar roof of The Walt Disney Company. While the fact that the composer of some of Disney’s most popular hits is returning to the studio is not appalling in and of itself, it is surprising to hear that his...
The songwriter-actor, 44, composed the music for a number of films and TV shows, including Moana and Encanto, to refer a few. Not to mention making physical appearances in Mary Poppins Returns, 200 Cartas, and other flicks.
Barry Jenkins | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
And after a quieter few years, Barry Jenkins’ Mufasa: The Lion King brings him back under the familiar roof of The Walt Disney Company. While the fact that the composer of some of Disney’s most popular hits is returning to the studio is not appalling in and of itself, it is surprising to hear that his...
- 4/30/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Zack Snyder may be very well-known for directing huge blockbusters like Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice or the Rebel Moon franchise, but all these big-budget hits leave quite a lot to be desired when it comes to their critical reviews.
Ever since he directed an action horror Dawn of the Dead back in 2004, Snyder has never got to do better with critics and, what’s even worse, his films since then seem to have adopted some kind of weird trend as the rating gets lower with every new release.
Though the problem may not lie in Snyder’s directorial style, a bizarre coincidence regarding his filmography raises a thought whether he’s just a bad writer and that’s it.
Zack Snyder Should Just Stick to Directing
Zack Snyder’s career had quite a very promising start, but went down right after. Back in 2004, he directed his first ever movie Dawn of the Dead,...
Ever since he directed an action horror Dawn of the Dead back in 2004, Snyder has never got to do better with critics and, what’s even worse, his films since then seem to have adopted some kind of weird trend as the rating gets lower with every new release.
Though the problem may not lie in Snyder’s directorial style, a bizarre coincidence regarding his filmography raises a thought whether he’s just a bad writer and that’s it.
Zack Snyder Should Just Stick to Directing
Zack Snyder’s career had quite a very promising start, but went down right after. Back in 2004, he directed his first ever movie Dawn of the Dead,...
- 4/29/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
Batman is a versatile character. He has worn the faces of saviors and destroyers, been the Dark Knight in caped armor, the financial support of the Justice League, and occasionally, even a father figure. Despite this, there is one thing that has stayed constant through most of his versions; the bat does not kill.
Batman: The Animated Series starred Kevin Conroy
Kevin Conroy, who played the character for almost three decades, understood this fact about the character perfectly. He maintained a sort of consistency throughout all of the versions he played, and it seemed to be quite intentional. Specifically talking about the ‘no killing’ rule, it would seem that the voice actor upheld it almost as strictly as the Caped Crusader himself.
So much so, that he was upset with one of the most controversial decisions taken in the Snyderverse; Ben Affleck’s Batman killing people.
Kevin Conroy Enjoyed Consistency...
Batman: The Animated Series starred Kevin Conroy
Kevin Conroy, who played the character for almost three decades, understood this fact about the character perfectly. He maintained a sort of consistency throughout all of the versions he played, and it seemed to be quite intentional. Specifically talking about the ‘no killing’ rule, it would seem that the voice actor upheld it almost as strictly as the Caped Crusader himself.
So much so, that he was upset with one of the most controversial decisions taken in the Snyderverse; Ben Affleck’s Batman killing people.
Kevin Conroy Enjoyed Consistency...
- 4/29/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
NBCUniversal announced on Monday that it was raising the price of a Peacock subscription by $2 per month on both of its tiers.
The peacock has always been a sign of extravagant wealth, and NBCUniversal appears to be leaning into that stereotype. As forecast by The Streamable's experts, on Tuesday, NBCU announced that it will be raising the subscription price of its streamer Peacock, and that beginning this summer, both of its two plans will cost $2 per month more than they do now. If that’s a little too much to pay for the relatively smaller content library of Peacock, and you’re thinking about canceling the service before the price hike kicks in, check below for options that will allow you to watch a much larger array of content for the same amount, or even less, each month!
Key Facts: Netflix offers ad-supported streaming for $1 per month less than Peacock’s new price.
The peacock has always been a sign of extravagant wealth, and NBCUniversal appears to be leaning into that stereotype. As forecast by The Streamable's experts, on Tuesday, NBCU announced that it will be raising the subscription price of its streamer Peacock, and that beginning this summer, both of its two plans will cost $2 per month more than they do now. If that’s a little too much to pay for the relatively smaller content library of Peacock, and you’re thinking about canceling the service before the price hike kicks in, check below for options that will allow you to watch a much larger array of content for the same amount, or even less, each month!
Key Facts: Netflix offers ad-supported streaming for $1 per month less than Peacock’s new price.
- 4/29/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
When Black Adam finally brought Henry Cavill back, fans were ecstatic to see Dceu’s Superman return, but unfortunately, the movie itself failed to make it big at the box office. Shortly after, Wbd hired James Gunn and Peter Safran to salvage the DC brand, which led to the duo scrapping the struggling Dceu in favor of a fresh start.
While many would agree DC desperately needed this reboot, some fans were disheartened following Henry Cavill’s exit, as Gunn opted for a younger actor to play Dcu’s version of Clark Kent. As a result, some started accusing the new DC head of screwing over Cavill, and Gunn finally broke his silence on the matter.
James Gunn Debunks Conspiracy Theory Surrounding Henry Cavill’s Exit
Black Adam | Warner Bros. Pictures
Before James Gunn made his DC debut with The Suicide Squad, he was offered to helm a Superman project,...
While many would agree DC desperately needed this reboot, some fans were disheartened following Henry Cavill’s exit, as Gunn opted for a younger actor to play Dcu’s version of Clark Kent. As a result, some started accusing the new DC head of screwing over Cavill, and Gunn finally broke his silence on the matter.
James Gunn Debunks Conspiracy Theory Surrounding Henry Cavill’s Exit
Black Adam | Warner Bros. Pictures
Before James Gunn made his DC debut with The Suicide Squad, he was offered to helm a Superman project,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Taking on the iconic role of Batman in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy, Christian Bale’s performance is hailed as one of the finest. However, his tenure as the Caped Crusader concluded with the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises. While the odds for his return seem unlikely, fans have found solace in the fan-made trailers, envisioning Bale’s return.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight trilogy | Credit: IMDb
A similar fan-made trailer shared on YouTube has reignited excitement among fans as Bale returns to the role of the DC superhero, confronting the menacing villain Black Mask in this captivating re-imagining.
Christian Bale Returns as The Dark Knight in a Fanmade Trailer
Fans, who have been eagerly anticipating Christian Bale’s return as Batman since The Dark Knight trilogy concluded, are treated to a glimpse of what his return to Gotham might entail in a fan-made trailer shared by Kh Studio on YouTube.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight trilogy | Credit: IMDb
A similar fan-made trailer shared on YouTube has reignited excitement among fans as Bale returns to the role of the DC superhero, confronting the menacing villain Black Mask in this captivating re-imagining.
Christian Bale Returns as The Dark Knight in a Fanmade Trailer
Fans, who have been eagerly anticipating Christian Bale’s return as Batman since The Dark Knight trilogy concluded, are treated to a glimpse of what his return to Gotham might entail in a fan-made trailer shared by Kh Studio on YouTube.
- 4/29/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
As far as superhero films are concerned, the aura of the character is not just in the powers they possess but also in their appearance. The costume, therefore, is a key component that adds to the appeal of these icons from the comic book world. From Marvel’s Spider-Man to DC’s Superman, costume designers in Hollywood have pushed the envelope to bring out the nuances of these characters.
Tobey Maguire in Spider-Man (image credit: Columbia Pictures)
Designer James Acheson has proved that he is the authority in this regard, having designed Tobey Maguire’s 2002 suit for Spider-Man and Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel costume. While Zack Snyder’s chequered relationship with audiences restricted some fans from appreciating the modern Superman suit, the realization that both these outfits were designed by the same person, is making them look at these costumes in a new light.
Netizens Are Reassessing The...
Tobey Maguire in Spider-Man (image credit: Columbia Pictures)
Designer James Acheson has proved that he is the authority in this regard, having designed Tobey Maguire’s 2002 suit for Spider-Man and Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel costume. While Zack Snyder’s chequered relationship with audiences restricted some fans from appreciating the modern Superman suit, the realization that both these outfits were designed by the same person, is making them look at these costumes in a new light.
Netizens Are Reassessing The...
- 4/29/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
With Rebel Moon: Part Two – The Scargiver, the latest installment of Zack Snyder’s burgeoning sci-fi saga, hitting Netflix recently, I got the opportunity to sit down with the film’s VFX supervisor, Marcus Taormina, to discuss his work both in the VFX industry in general and on the new film specifically.
Also Read: Rebel Moon: Part 2 – The Scargiver Review: Dazzling Visuals Can’t Save The Most Boring Heroes In The Galaxy Featured Video:
“It’s not just me looking at the script. It’s a lot of whiteboards, a lot of notes.” – Marcus Taormina
To start off, I talked to Marcus about what his role as a VFX supervisor, the primary liaison between a VFX studio and a film studio on any given movie or TV show for the unaware, meant in regards to the Rebel Moon films. He informed me that he “looked over the script line by...
Also Read: Rebel Moon: Part 2 – The Scargiver Review: Dazzling Visuals Can’t Save The Most Boring Heroes In The Galaxy Featured Video:
“It’s not just me looking at the script. It’s a lot of whiteboards, a lot of notes.” – Marcus Taormina
To start off, I talked to Marcus about what his role as a VFX supervisor, the primary liaison between a VFX studio and a film studio on any given movie or TV show for the unaware, meant in regards to the Rebel Moon films. He informed me that he “looked over the script line by...
- 4/29/2024
- by Callie Hanna
- FandomWire
Throughout the seven movies that he has directed, Tom Waller has proven his knack for diversity. From the spiritual crime film of “Mindfulness and Murder” to the delirious biopic about Thailand's “Last Executioner”, to the story of the students trapped in “The Cave” the result is always intriguing, with his works, particularly of the latest years, combining Hollywood aesthetics with an intense local flavor. The turn towards actual stories, however, is a fact, and his latest work, “Kiss of the Con Queen” cements it in the most evident fashion. Just like “The Last Executioner” though, there is a significant twist in the real history of a con man who cheated numerous members of the movie industry before his arrest: Both the protagonist of the movie, Eoin O'Brien, and a number of other members of the cast and crew were actual victims of the scam.
Ryan is an Irish actor trying...
Ryan is an Irish actor trying...
- 4/28/2024
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio’s collaboration has always turned out to be a spectacular deal as both personalities bring out their best charm on the projects. While the former makes sure to come up with a unique narrative for audiences to get hooked on, the latter showcases his skills, which is one reason why he’s reigning in fans’ hearts.
Martin Scorsese | Credit: Wikipedia Commons/Harald Krichel
The duo reunited for the 2010 psychological thriller project, Shutter Island which garnered widespread acclaim from critics and viewers. Although it faced a major Oscar snub, one would be surprised to know how the legendary filmmaker ended up helming that project.
Martin Scorsese Was Instantly Hooked With Leonardo DiCaprio’s Shutter Island Script
The 2010 era was surely Leonardo DiCaprio‘s as he garnered global acclaim for his portrayal of Dom Cobb in Christopher Nolan‘s Inception movie. It went on to nab four...
Martin Scorsese | Credit: Wikipedia Commons/Harald Krichel
The duo reunited for the 2010 psychological thriller project, Shutter Island which garnered widespread acclaim from critics and viewers. Although it faced a major Oscar snub, one would be surprised to know how the legendary filmmaker ended up helming that project.
Martin Scorsese Was Instantly Hooked With Leonardo DiCaprio’s Shutter Island Script
The 2010 era was surely Leonardo DiCaprio‘s as he garnered global acclaim for his portrayal of Dom Cobb in Christopher Nolan‘s Inception movie. It went on to nab four...
- 4/28/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Much like the real-life-inspired Netflix series Baby Reindeer, the story of Richard Gadd is also getting twisted and turned around. Being a comedian who found fame when he told the story of how he was stalked for two years, Gadd was loved by the world.
Turning his story into a Netflix miniseries, Baby Reindeer was born. With reports by Richard Gadd that the series is based on his real-life incidents involving a stalker, the world is quite hooked on to it. Well, the real-life alleged stalker stepped up and stated that it was actually Gadd who was stalking her for the past two years!
Richard Gadd in Baby Reindeer
The Alleged Real-Life Stalker Says Baby Reindeer Is Not True!
In the Netflix miniseries, Gadd portrays the role of Donny. During the run of the series, Gadd is stalked by a woman named Martha throughout the course of two years. Based...
Turning his story into a Netflix miniseries, Baby Reindeer was born. With reports by Richard Gadd that the series is based on his real-life incidents involving a stalker, the world is quite hooked on to it. Well, the real-life alleged stalker stepped up and stated that it was actually Gadd who was stalking her for the past two years!
Richard Gadd in Baby Reindeer
The Alleged Real-Life Stalker Says Baby Reindeer Is Not True!
In the Netflix miniseries, Gadd portrays the role of Donny. During the run of the series, Gadd is stalked by a woman named Martha throughout the course of two years. Based...
- 4/28/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Despite leaving behind Marvel Studios to take over Dcu as the new CEO, James Gunn appears to be keeping up with Marvel releases. Recently, after watching X-Men ’97, the Guardians of the Galaxy helmer shared his opinion on the show via Threads and reflected upon how he could use a similar approach but not replicate it, for his DC projects.
James Gunn | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Addressing James Gunn’s remarks on X-Men ’97, fans subtly point out how he is learning the right lessons. As the DC CEO called the Marvel show “unique”, netizens felt positive about the fact that Gunn’s realization will make him do the right thing, when it comes to his DC projects. Further, following his previous comments on “superhero fatigue”, his recent remarks on the Marvel show completely debunked the syndrome.
James Gunn Shared His Thoughts on X-Men ’97
Being an integral part of the...
James Gunn | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Addressing James Gunn’s remarks on X-Men ’97, fans subtly point out how he is learning the right lessons. As the DC CEO called the Marvel show “unique”, netizens felt positive about the fact that Gunn’s realization will make him do the right thing, when it comes to his DC projects. Further, following his previous comments on “superhero fatigue”, his recent remarks on the Marvel show completely debunked the syndrome.
James Gunn Shared His Thoughts on X-Men ’97
Being an integral part of the...
- 4/28/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
When we think of Zack Snyder, our minds might automatically soar to his superhero epics like Man of Steel or Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. But did you know there were two other ambitious projects that, despite Snyder’s imaginative touch, ended up being even bigger financial hurdles for Warner Bros?
Yes, we’re talking about the aesthetically stunning yet underrated Legends of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole (2010) and the stylistically bold Sucker Punch (2011).
Zack Snyder. Credit: Josh Horowitz/Yt
Ever wonder why some films are a powerful combination of visual art and storytelling but fail miserably at the box office, rather than just being a flickering collection of scenes? Both films showcased Snyder’s unique narrative ambition but encountered unexpected turbulence in their financial flight.
While critics’ claims that Warner Bros. did not profit from its high-definition content are untrue, former WB President Greg Silverman has...
Yes, we’re talking about the aesthetically stunning yet underrated Legends of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole (2010) and the stylistically bold Sucker Punch (2011).
Zack Snyder. Credit: Josh Horowitz/Yt
Ever wonder why some films are a powerful combination of visual art and storytelling but fail miserably at the box office, rather than just being a flickering collection of scenes? Both films showcased Snyder’s unique narrative ambition but encountered unexpected turbulence in their financial flight.
While critics’ claims that Warner Bros. did not profit from its high-definition content are untrue, former WB President Greg Silverman has...
- 4/28/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Is there any current director who is more controversial than Zack Snyder? It’s wild how divisive a figure he is, with his fans nearly cult-like in their devotion, while his detractors are just as fervent. Here at JoBlo, we’ve always been ardent supporters, even if we haven’t unquestioningly praised all of his films. Thus, we thought it would be interesting to do an all-around ranking of his films (although we’ve left the animated Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole off the list). So, without further ado, here’s our ranking from worst to best.
Sucker Punch:
I’ll admit to not knowing precisely what Snyder was trying to pull off when I saw this movie in 2011. It remains the most obscure of his live-action films. It is a tough nut to crack, being that it’s a fantastical, hyper-surrealistic fantasy centred around a woman...
Sucker Punch:
I’ll admit to not knowing precisely what Snyder was trying to pull off when I saw this movie in 2011. It remains the most obscure of his live-action films. It is a tough nut to crack, being that it’s a fantastical, hyper-surrealistic fantasy centred around a woman...
- 4/28/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Thor, the God of Thunder, is one of the most beloved and fan-favorite characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While fans love his comic book iteration more, Chris Hemsworth’s live-action Thor is not far behind. After several appearances and four solo movies, Hemsworth’s Thor has a separate fan base among the Marvel fandom.
Chris Hemsworth in and as Thor
Yet, he is not the only actor to have portrayed Thor. Thor, the Marvel character or Nordic God, has made several appearances on-screen, whether it is in live-action or animation. And Pilou Asbæk is the latest actor who would be seen playing Thor, and he reckons it will be totally different from MCU’s version.
Pilou Asbæk’s Thor Will Be Totally Different Than Chris Hemsworth’s
Pilou Asbæk (Image: Game of Thrones)
Pilou Asbæk has been in several well-received movies and series and even has done several voice-over roles.
Chris Hemsworth in and as Thor
Yet, he is not the only actor to have portrayed Thor. Thor, the Marvel character or Nordic God, has made several appearances on-screen, whether it is in live-action or animation. And Pilou Asbæk is the latest actor who would be seen playing Thor, and he reckons it will be totally different from MCU’s version.
Pilou Asbæk’s Thor Will Be Totally Different Than Chris Hemsworth’s
Pilou Asbæk (Image: Game of Thrones)
Pilou Asbæk has been in several well-received movies and series and even has done several voice-over roles.
- 4/28/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Unfolding the Storyline in Rebel Moon – Part Two The stage is set on the humble yet distinct planet of Veldt, as Sofia Boutella reprising her role as Kora, teams up with Admiral Noble, portrayed by Ed Skrein, and a diverse band of comrades to combat the formidable Imperium forces. Deriving from the roots established in Rebel Moon – Part One, Zack Snyder’s latest installment brings an intensified focus, setting most of its drama against a single-planet backdrop, around which epic battles ensue. However, it seems that Kora and her allies remain oblivious to the lurking threats for the greater
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- 4/28/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
James Gunn and Peter Safran, the co-CEOs of DC Studios, are gearing up to give a soft reboot to the superhero franchise, bringing out fresh concepts on the table. Starting with Gunn’s Superman, the Dcu Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters will introduce several key characters, including Justice League members like Batman, Green Lantern, and Superman.
James Gunn. Credit: Wikimedia Commons | Gage Skidmore
The franchise would likely introduce the superheroes in the animated universe if the new team in live-action becomes a hit. As fans speculate about a possible revival of the Justice League Unlimited series, the former made a candid remark that fans needed to hear.
James Gunn Commented on Possible Justice League Unlimited Revival
During a recent fan interaction on Threads, James Gunn was asked about reviving the popular Justice League Unlimited. The sudden interest in the Dcau was brought up due to the success of Marvel Studios’s new X-Men series,...
James Gunn. Credit: Wikimedia Commons | Gage Skidmore
The franchise would likely introduce the superheroes in the animated universe if the new team in live-action becomes a hit. As fans speculate about a possible revival of the Justice League Unlimited series, the former made a candid remark that fans needed to hear.
James Gunn Commented on Possible Justice League Unlimited Revival
During a recent fan interaction on Threads, James Gunn was asked about reviving the popular Justice League Unlimited. The sudden interest in the Dcau was brought up due to the success of Marvel Studios’s new X-Men series,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Baby Reindeer has been getting a lot of traction in communities across Hollywood. On top of the series’ stellar reviews, its immersive premise has hypnotized its viewers into obsession. The story follows Donny, who is faced with one of the most terrifying possibilities for many people; a stalker. As many fans have come to know, the concept of the show is based on the real-life experiences of Richard Gadd, who plays the protagonist and also created the series.
Richard Gadd in Baby Reindeer
During the promotion of the series, the actor revealed that he was sexually assaulted and stalked in his twenties, which led to the creation of the show. Unfortunately, there was one aspect he did not see coming.
SUGGESTEDNetflix Makes a Crucial Addition to One Piece Live Action Team That Can Completely Change Season 2 For Fans
Since the mention of his past trauma, fans of the series have...
Richard Gadd in Baby Reindeer
During the promotion of the series, the actor revealed that he was sexually assaulted and stalked in his twenties, which led to the creation of the show. Unfortunately, there was one aspect he did not see coming.
SUGGESTEDNetflix Makes a Crucial Addition to One Piece Live Action Team That Can Completely Change Season 2 For Fans
Since the mention of his past trauma, fans of the series have...
- 4/27/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Since childhood, Kamau Coleman found solace in spending his free days and weekends at a family friend’s duplex apartment near the Venice Beach strip. While the property had been around since 1964, it had never been upgraded outside of basic maintenance.
“You can imagine we were at the ocean, so everything rusted,” Coleman tells The Hollywood Reporter. “For example, the stairs, the legs went directly into the sand and there was literally nothing holding it.”
Around the early stages of the pandemic lockdown, the building’s previous owner decided to retire, paying the tenants to vacate the property and also giving Coleman and his business partners an opportunity to get involved — hence The Redline Venice Hotel was born.
The building stands out as the only Black-owned apartment hotel on the strip, offering both short-term stays and reservations of a month or more. The name “Redline” carries a dual meaning. It symbolizes racial discrimination in housing,...
“You can imagine we were at the ocean, so everything rusted,” Coleman tells The Hollywood Reporter. “For example, the stairs, the legs went directly into the sand and there was literally nothing holding it.”
Around the early stages of the pandemic lockdown, the building’s previous owner decided to retire, paying the tenants to vacate the property and also giving Coleman and his business partners an opportunity to get involved — hence The Redline Venice Hotel was born.
The building stands out as the only Black-owned apartment hotel on the strip, offering both short-term stays and reservations of a month or more. The name “Redline” carries a dual meaning. It symbolizes racial discrimination in housing,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Ural Garrett
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
At long last, Eddie Murphy is reprising his role as street-smart cop Axel Foley in the fourth instalment of the Beverly Hills Cop franchise, which is set to hit Netflix this summer. But, it isn’t easy being a middle aged action star. It’s been nearly thirty years since we last saw Eddie Murphy as Axel Foley, and in a recent interview with People Magazine he admitted that the shoot was a “rough one”.“I did Axel Foley when I was in my 20s. I am not in my 20s anymore,” he said. At any rate, Murphy won’t be the only aged actor from the original to show up, with many of the classic Beverly Hills Cop cast members are set to join him in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley. Here’s everything we know about Beverly Hills Cop 4!
Who’s making it?
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley...
Who’s making it?
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley...
- 4/27/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
With Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame being such box office successes, many fans assumed that the Russo Brothers (Anthony and Joe Russo) would return to direct Avengers: Secret Wars. But in the years that followed, a lot changed.
During that period, the Russo Brothers helmed a few flicks through their Agbo company. Among them are the crime drama Cherry, starring Tom Holland and Ciara Bravo, and the action thriller The Gray Man, featuring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans.
Russo Brothers at Comic-Con (Image via Flickr)
Some people conjectured that the brothers might choose to return to Marvel following The Gray Man’s failure and Cherry’s comparatively unimpressive reception. However, in a recent interview, Anthony and Joe Russo stated adamantly that they are ready to move on from playing in someone’s franchise sandbox and instead focus on developing their own original franchises.
Russo Brothers’ Plan to Forge Their...
During that period, the Russo Brothers helmed a few flicks through their Agbo company. Among them are the crime drama Cherry, starring Tom Holland and Ciara Bravo, and the action thriller The Gray Man, featuring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans.
Russo Brothers at Comic-Con (Image via Flickr)
Some people conjectured that the brothers might choose to return to Marvel following The Gray Man’s failure and Cherry’s comparatively unimpressive reception. However, in a recent interview, Anthony and Joe Russo stated adamantly that they are ready to move on from playing in someone’s franchise sandbox and instead focus on developing their own original franchises.
Russo Brothers’ Plan to Forge Their...
- 4/27/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
After creating the heartbreaking yet truly magnificent exit of Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man from the Marvel Cinematic Universe via Avengers: Endgame, the Russo Brothers — Joe Russo and Anthony Russo — are all set to bring new action to the screens. And this time, this peak entertainment would not be through Rdj or the MCU, but rather, ostensibly through Chris Evans and Ryan Gosling.
The Russo Brothers. | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons.
As it turns out, the dynamic duo recently hinted at wanting to work with Evans and Gosling once again. The project they would be collaborating on is the sequel to the masterpiece from 2022, The Gray Man. But that’s not all because Evans isn’t the only Chris the mastermind filmmakers are looking forward to working with: They also want Chris Hemsworth to reprise his iconic role!
The Russo Brothers Seemingly Planning Another Spin with Chris Evans
Chris Evans as Lloyd Hansen.
The Russo Brothers. | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons.
As it turns out, the dynamic duo recently hinted at wanting to work with Evans and Gosling once again. The project they would be collaborating on is the sequel to the masterpiece from 2022, The Gray Man. But that’s not all because Evans isn’t the only Chris the mastermind filmmakers are looking forward to working with: They also want Chris Hemsworth to reprise his iconic role!
The Russo Brothers Seemingly Planning Another Spin with Chris Evans
Chris Evans as Lloyd Hansen.
- 4/27/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Zack Snyder’s DC tenure is over, as it seems, but he is yet to move on from the glorious legacy he had forged in the DC universe. The director has somewhat given the studio an identity while creating his own universe as we know it as Snyderverse. Currently, Snyder is working with Netflix, but he would go back to DC in a heartbeat for one movie.
Zack Snyder. Credit: Josh Horowitz/Yt
Right now, Snyder has been in a huge conflict with critics as his Rebel Moon franchise has been a critical bomb. Also, a Norse mythology-inspired animated series Twilight of the Gods from the director at Netflix recently got the first image, which revealed that he will be with Netflix for quite a while.
Zack Snyder Would Direct The Dark Night Returns
Zack Snyder. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
If there is one person Zack Snyder adores most in DC,...
Zack Snyder. Credit: Josh Horowitz/Yt
Right now, Snyder has been in a huge conflict with critics as his Rebel Moon franchise has been a critical bomb. Also, a Norse mythology-inspired animated series Twilight of the Gods from the director at Netflix recently got the first image, which revealed that he will be with Netflix for quite a while.
Zack Snyder Would Direct The Dark Night Returns
Zack Snyder. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
If there is one person Zack Snyder adores most in DC,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The year was 2013. With Marvel raking in billions at the box office with its interconnected superhero movies, it was time for DC to kick off its own extended universe. After all, Marvel had taken characters like Iron Man and Thor (both relatively obscure at the time) and Captain America (hopelessly old fashioned) and turned them into bone-fide sensations that led to 2012's The Avengers.
Zack Snyder led the charge on creating a DC Extended Universe, directing many of the franchise's films and producing most of the others.
But Zack Snyder's Dceu never did match the success of its rival franchise, and after a decade of faltering box office receipts and 'meh' reviews the whole thing came to an anticlimactic end with the 2023 flop Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.
Now the entire thing is getting rebooted. So what does Zack Snyder think of that?
Old Friends
Luckily, Snyder doesn't have to...
Zack Snyder led the charge on creating a DC Extended Universe, directing many of the franchise's films and producing most of the others.
But Zack Snyder's Dceu never did match the success of its rival franchise, and after a decade of faltering box office receipts and 'meh' reviews the whole thing came to an anticlimactic end with the 2023 flop Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.
Now the entire thing is getting rebooted. So what does Zack Snyder think of that?
Old Friends
Luckily, Snyder doesn't have to...
- 4/26/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
It took only three days for Zack Snyder’s sequel for his 2023 Rebel Moon to get to Netflix’s top, but it also took three days for Sydney Sweeney’s Anyone But You to topple Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver from the same chart.
The actress’ romcom has been a subject for everyone’s talks ever since its theatrical release in 2023 — and now the movie is restoring its position after officially landing on Netflix.
What Is Anyone But You About?
Anyone But You was quick to become a number one hit on Netflix after it was released on April 23. Loosely based on William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, the romcom follows Bea and Ben, portrayed by Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell respectively, who, after a seemingly perfect date, somehow feel like their chemistry got cold due to a big misunderstanding.
The two decide to go separate ways until...
The actress’ romcom has been a subject for everyone’s talks ever since its theatrical release in 2023 — and now the movie is restoring its position after officially landing on Netflix.
What Is Anyone But You About?
Anyone But You was quick to become a number one hit on Netflix after it was released on April 23. Loosely based on William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, the romcom follows Bea and Ben, portrayed by Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell respectively, who, after a seemingly perfect date, somehow feel like their chemistry got cold due to a big misunderstanding.
The two decide to go separate ways until...
- 4/26/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
Zack Snyder is baffled by the "overreactions" to his film work.The 58-year-old director has released 'Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver' and thinks that the savage criticism that its predecessor got upon release last year sums up the extreme responses to his movies.Zack told the Metro newspaper: "The reactions to my movies tend to really be these big... overreactions."Even just (with) 'Rebel Moon – Part One', I'm like, it's not that controversial of a movie."A lot of people have this crazy reaction to it. And I'm just like, 'I don't get it!' I'm not mad about it, but it just is what it is."Zack acknowledges the comparisons between the 'Rebel Moon' films and 'Star Wars' but explained that the differences between the two franchises will become clear when his R-rated director's cut is released in the summer.The 'Army of the Dead...
- 4/26/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
There’s no denying that the only major Superman villains to have gotten any limelight in the movies are Lex Luthor and General Zod. But given the opportunity, Superman helmer Zack Snyder would have introduced a different and more significant villain from the comics that would have changed the trajectory of his Man of Steel sequel.
Hollywood filmmaker Zack Snyder (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Renowned filmmaker Zack Snyder noted spending countless hours percolating ideas for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016). Among all the important details surrounding the project, Snyder mentioned discussing the idea of introducing a great antagonist for his second comic-book movie that majorly focused on the villain.
Zack Snyder Wanted a Classic Villain for Superman
After his blockbuster hit Man of Steel movie in 2013, Zack Snyder began planning for a sequel to that storyline. Willing to focus mainly on the antagonist this time, the filmmaker claimed to...
Hollywood filmmaker Zack Snyder (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Renowned filmmaker Zack Snyder noted spending countless hours percolating ideas for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016). Among all the important details surrounding the project, Snyder mentioned discussing the idea of introducing a great antagonist for his second comic-book movie that majorly focused on the villain.
Zack Snyder Wanted a Classic Villain for Superman
After his blockbuster hit Man of Steel movie in 2013, Zack Snyder began planning for a sequel to that storyline. Willing to focus mainly on the antagonist this time, the filmmaker claimed to...
- 4/26/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Even among the more underrated Akira Kurosawa films are timeless masterpieces.
If films like “Dersu Uzala” and “The Idiot” and “Kagemusha” aren’t talked about as much, it’s because the best-known Kurosawa titles — “Seven Samurai,” “Rashomon,” “Throne of Blood” — also happen to be among the most influential movies ever made, casting their shadow over the Spaghetti Western genre, “Star Wars,” and so many more.
Just within the past few weeks, a movie loosely based on “Seven Samurai,” Zack Snyder’s misbegotten “Rebel Moon Part 2,” started streaming, Spike Lee confirmed he’ll direct an adaptation of “High and Low,” and, let’s face it, there’d probably be no “Shogun” at all without the Kurosawa-immortalized Japanese samurai culture onscreen. Probably no director other than Fritz Lang and John Ford has influenced as many genres as Kurosawa, who died in 1998.
But instead of focusing so much on his impact, look at the films.
If films like “Dersu Uzala” and “The Idiot” and “Kagemusha” aren’t talked about as much, it’s because the best-known Kurosawa titles — “Seven Samurai,” “Rashomon,” “Throne of Blood” — also happen to be among the most influential movies ever made, casting their shadow over the Spaghetti Western genre, “Star Wars,” and so many more.
Just within the past few weeks, a movie loosely based on “Seven Samurai,” Zack Snyder’s misbegotten “Rebel Moon Part 2,” started streaming, Spike Lee confirmed he’ll direct an adaptation of “High and Low,” and, let’s face it, there’d probably be no “Shogun” at all without the Kurosawa-immortalized Japanese samurai culture onscreen. Probably no director other than Fritz Lang and John Ford has influenced as many genres as Kurosawa, who died in 1998.
But instead of focusing so much on his impact, look at the films.
- 4/25/2024
- by Christian Blauvelt
- Indiewire
Zack Snyder’s plans for expanding his epic space opera are getting grander while the franchise’s movies are getting more and more disastrous — and they can compete with each other when it comes to their total fiasco results.
Having got its release around a week ago, the director’s sequel for last year’s Rebel Moon was presumably supposed to make it up to Snyder’s career after the first film’s failure — instead, the sequel made it all even worse.
Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver kicked it off with a very controversial reaction — the critics couldn’t be harsher, attributing the sequel a miserable score of 15% on Rotten Tomatoes while Netflix’s viewers actually got a big interest in it.
How Is Rebel Moon - Part Two Doing on Streaming?
It took only 3 days for the sequel to get more than 21 million views and around 44 million hours viewed.
Having got its release around a week ago, the director’s sequel for last year’s Rebel Moon was presumably supposed to make it up to Snyder’s career after the first film’s failure — instead, the sequel made it all even worse.
Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver kicked it off with a very controversial reaction — the critics couldn’t be harsher, attributing the sequel a miserable score of 15% on Rotten Tomatoes while Netflix’s viewers actually got a big interest in it.
How Is Rebel Moon - Part Two Doing on Streaming?
It took only 3 days for the sequel to get more than 21 million views and around 44 million hours viewed.
- 4/25/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
It's time for another Zack Snyder slow-motion extravaganza! Snyder's big sci-fi sequel "Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver" is now on Netflix, and the reactions ... well, they ain't great, folks. The first film, subtitled "A Child of Fire," didn't fare much better — it's currently sitting at 21% on Rotten Tomatoes. But what about Part Two? Sadly, it seems to be doing even worse than the original flick. As of this writing, "Rebel Moon – Part Two" has a terrible 15% on Rotten Tomatoes. And if you're thinking, "Well, that's just the critics! What are regular people saying about the movie?", you should also know that the film's audience score is a less-than-great 52%. In short, people don't seem to like what Snyder is offering here. Snyder has always had a tenuous relationship with critics, but this seems to be one of his worst-reviewed films to date. Even his cartoon owl movie has...
- 4/25/2024
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths is a vast and expansive story with numerous moving parts. There are a slew of characters that make an appearance in the story across the 12 issues that the story has to offer, and some are more relevant than others in the modern DC landscape.
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths
Jim Krieg, Butch Lukic, and Jeff Wamester were the team behind the films and revealed behind-the-scenes information about the films that have been released and are in production, talking to Sci-Fi Now. The trio was able to talk about some things that had to be left behind for the sake of the adaptation and how they pushed for it to be adapted properly.
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths would have taken 5 films to get done properly
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths
According to Butch Likic, Crisis on Infinite Earths was a vast story,...
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths
Jim Krieg, Butch Lukic, and Jeff Wamester were the team behind the films and revealed behind-the-scenes information about the films that have been released and are in production, talking to Sci-Fi Now. The trio was able to talk about some things that had to be left behind for the sake of the adaptation and how they pushed for it to be adapted properly.
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths would have taken 5 films to get done properly
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths
According to Butch Likic, Crisis on Infinite Earths was a vast story,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Organizers of the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, the world’s oldest and most important animation festival, revealed Thursday that all the big U.S. studio animation players will be in attendance this year to preview some of their most exciting upcoming titles.
Annecy has long been a launch point for global and indie animation, but over the past several years, it has become an increasingly important platform for big studios as well. This year, that trend continues and, indeed, ramps up.
Illumination will continue a popular tradition by hosting a special screening of “Despicable Me 4” in Annecy. The three previous “Despicable” films and the “Minions: The Rise of Gru” spinoff all screened at Annecy, several of them making their world premieres there.
Disney will host sneak peeks of its 2024 animated feature releases: Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” and Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana 2.” Paramount Pictures and Hasbro...
Annecy has long been a launch point for global and indie animation, but over the past several years, it has become an increasingly important platform for big studios as well. This year, that trend continues and, indeed, ramps up.
Illumination will continue a popular tradition by hosting a special screening of “Despicable Me 4” in Annecy. The three previous “Despicable” films and the “Minions: The Rise of Gru” spinoff all screened at Annecy, several of them making their world premieres there.
Disney will host sneak peeks of its 2024 animated feature releases: Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” and Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana 2.” Paramount Pictures and Hasbro...
- 4/25/2024
- by Jamie Lang
- Variety Film + TV
The Annecy International Animation Film Festival has unveiled the line-up for its 2024 edition, running from June 9 to 15. (scroll down for full list of titles and events)
Highlights announced on Thursday include Terry Gilliam as guest of honor to receive an Honorary Cristal and give a masterclass. He joins previously announced honorary guest Wes Anderson.
The main Competition and the Contrechamps sections will showcase 23 new animated features.
Features in the main competition include Oscar-winning director Michel Hazanavicius’ first ever animated feature The Most Precious of Cargoes, which will also open the festival.
The drama follows the fate of baby boy who is thrown from an Auschwitz-bound train by his French-Jewish father. The picture will world premiere first in Competition at the Cannes Film Festival in May.
Other Cannes films in Annecy’s main competition include Un Certain Regard selection Flow by Latvian director Gints Zilbalodis and Ghost Cat Anzu by Japan’s Yoko Kuno,...
Highlights announced on Thursday include Terry Gilliam as guest of honor to receive an Honorary Cristal and give a masterclass. He joins previously announced honorary guest Wes Anderson.
The main Competition and the Contrechamps sections will showcase 23 new animated features.
Features in the main competition include Oscar-winning director Michel Hazanavicius’ first ever animated feature The Most Precious of Cargoes, which will also open the festival.
The drama follows the fate of baby boy who is thrown from an Auschwitz-bound train by his French-Jewish father. The picture will world premiere first in Competition at the Cannes Film Festival in May.
Other Cannes films in Annecy’s main competition include Un Certain Regard selection Flow by Latvian director Gints Zilbalodis and Ghost Cat Anzu by Japan’s Yoko Kuno,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
The Most Precious of Cargoes, the first animated feature from Oscar-winning French director Michel Hazanavicius (The Artist), will open this year’s Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
The feature is a 2D animated adaptation of the best-selling book by French author Jean-Claude Grumberg. Set during World War II, it tells the story of a French Jewish family deported to Auschwitz. On the train to the death camp, in a desperate gesture, the father throws one of his baby twins out into the snow, where he’s discovered by a childless Polish couple living deep in the forest.
Hazanavicius presented the film as a work-in-progress at Annecy two years ago. French actor Jean-Louis Trintignant narrates the film with voice acting from Dominique Blanc, Denis Podalydès, and Grégory Gadebois. Oscar-winning composer Alexandre Desplat (The Shape of Water) composed the score. Animation is from 3.0 Studio – formerly Prima Linea — the group behind the...
The feature is a 2D animated adaptation of the best-selling book by French author Jean-Claude Grumberg. Set during World War II, it tells the story of a French Jewish family deported to Auschwitz. On the train to the death camp, in a desperate gesture, the father throws one of his baby twins out into the snow, where he’s discovered by a childless Polish couple living deep in the forest.
Hazanavicius presented the film as a work-in-progress at Annecy two years ago. French actor Jean-Louis Trintignant narrates the film with voice acting from Dominique Blanc, Denis Podalydès, and Grégory Gadebois. Oscar-winning composer Alexandre Desplat (The Shape of Water) composed the score. Animation is from 3.0 Studio – formerly Prima Linea — the group behind the...
- 4/25/2024
- by Scott Roxborough
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Heath Ledger’s acting career could have surely been flourishing even now if it hadn’t been for his tragic death back in 2008 — but his legacy still lives on.
Before the actor rose to wild prominence thanks to his leading role in a Western-coded romantic drama Brokeback Mountain, Ledger starred in a 2001 comedy that Netflix would be quick to pick up for a sequel — but luckily didn’t.
Literally at the same time with prominent Baz Luhrmann and his Moulin Rouge!, director Brian Helgeland started a trend of mixing distant historical eras up within one movie. His beloved medieval comedy A Knight’s Tale, starring Heath Ledger as a peasant squire who enters a jousting tournament replacing his late master, is a peculiar fusion of the 14th century plot vibes and a soundtrack coming straight from the 1970s.
Upon its release in 2001, the movie didn’t look very impressive for critics,...
Before the actor rose to wild prominence thanks to his leading role in a Western-coded romantic drama Brokeback Mountain, Ledger starred in a 2001 comedy that Netflix would be quick to pick up for a sequel — but luckily didn’t.
Literally at the same time with prominent Baz Luhrmann and his Moulin Rouge!, director Brian Helgeland started a trend of mixing distant historical eras up within one movie. His beloved medieval comedy A Knight’s Tale, starring Heath Ledger as a peasant squire who enters a jousting tournament replacing his late master, is a peculiar fusion of the 14th century plot vibes and a soundtrack coming straight from the 1970s.
Upon its release in 2001, the movie didn’t look very impressive for critics,...
- 4/25/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
Zack Snyder is very passionate when it comes to creating various franchises, and while most fans only know his works on the Dceu and Rebel Moon, he has actually produced an animated project as well, and will soon release another.
Zack Snyder via Netflix
The first look at Twilight of the Gods received mixed reactions from fans, but the director’s supporters were quick to back him up. In fact, they believe this fresh franchise will eventually become a big hit.
Zack Snyder On His Upcoming Series Twilight of the Gods
Sharing some details about the movie with Collider’s Steve Weintraub, filmmaker Zack Snyder gave a description of what fans can expect from Twilight of the Gods.
“There’s a king and his queen in a small Viking village, and they want to get married. An event happens to them at their wedding that causes Sigrid, who is the bride-to-be,...
Zack Snyder via Netflix
The first look at Twilight of the Gods received mixed reactions from fans, but the director’s supporters were quick to back him up. In fact, they believe this fresh franchise will eventually become a big hit.
Zack Snyder On His Upcoming Series Twilight of the Gods
Sharing some details about the movie with Collider’s Steve Weintraub, filmmaker Zack Snyder gave a description of what fans can expect from Twilight of the Gods.
“There’s a king and his queen in a small Viking village, and they want to get married. An event happens to them at their wedding that causes Sigrid, who is the bride-to-be,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Looking Back At Hrithik Roshan Starrer Guzaarish’s Box Office Failure ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Not all good films work at the box office, and Guzaarish was one such well-made film that tanked miserably. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai in key roles, the film had things working in favor, but when it came to footfalls, it was a kind of shocker for the makers. Do you want to know how it fared at ticket windows and what its budget was? Keep reading for all the details!
The romantic drama was helmed by maverick filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali. It was released on 19th November 2010 and upon its arrival, the film received highly positive reviews from critics. The performances of both Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai were praised. In fact, many feel it’s still Hrithik’s best performance to date as he pulled off the character of paralyzed magician-turned-Radio jockey with utmost ease.
Not all good films work at the box office, and Guzaarish was one such well-made film that tanked miserably. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai in key roles, the film had things working in favor, but when it came to footfalls, it was a kind of shocker for the makers. Do you want to know how it fared at ticket windows and what its budget was? Keep reading for all the details!
The romantic drama was helmed by maverick filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali. It was released on 19th November 2010 and upon its arrival, the film received highly positive reviews from critics. The performances of both Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai were praised. In fact, many feel it’s still Hrithik’s best performance to date as he pulled off the character of paralyzed magician-turned-Radio jockey with utmost ease.
- 4/25/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Zack Snyder’s early films proved him to be an interesting visionary who had a distinct style to his works. Grand visuals, the application of slow-mo sequences, and colorful imagery have been the main strengths and trademarks of a Snyder film. However, audiences have been divisive about his big screen DC films in the 2010s.
Zack Snyder’s DC tenure started with 2013’s Man of Steel
Considering the hit-or-miss nature of Snyder with audiences, the 2020s saw a big change in the director and where he puts his films. Starting from Army of the Dead, his films have only premiered on Netflix. This sudden downgrade from making big-budget studio films for the big screen to just releasing streaming films is surprising but a new report sheds light on how films are greenlit nowadays.
Studios Are Reportedly Analyzing a Director’s Rotten Tomatoes Scores While Hiring
Since 2021, Zack Snyder has been...
Zack Snyder’s DC tenure started with 2013’s Man of Steel
Considering the hit-or-miss nature of Snyder with audiences, the 2020s saw a big change in the director and where he puts his films. Starting from Army of the Dead, his films have only premiered on Netflix. This sudden downgrade from making big-budget studio films for the big screen to just releasing streaming films is surprising but a new report sheds light on how films are greenlit nowadays.
Studios Are Reportedly Analyzing a Director’s Rotten Tomatoes Scores While Hiring
Since 2021, Zack Snyder has been...
- 4/25/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Ott Release for Zara Hatke Zara Bachke ( Photo Credit – YouTube )
Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan’s Zara Hatke Zara Bachke was released in theatres on June 2, 2023. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the film was a box office superhit. The audience praised the easy-breezy story and the songs were also a hit. It will be a year since the movie was released in theatres; however, the audience has been waiting for its release on the Ott platform.
Well, we have good news for all Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan fans. The movie will soon be streamed on a popular Ott platform. In a few weeks, you will be able to watch the romantic comedy from the comfort of your couch. Keep reading for more details.
Zara Hatke Zara Bachke Ott Release
As reported by Peeping Moon, the Vicky and Sara starrer will stream on the Jio Cinema Ott platform. The...
Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan’s Zara Hatke Zara Bachke was released in theatres on June 2, 2023. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the film was a box office superhit. The audience praised the easy-breezy story and the songs were also a hit. It will be a year since the movie was released in theatres; however, the audience has been waiting for its release on the Ott platform.
Well, we have good news for all Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan fans. The movie will soon be streamed on a popular Ott platform. In a few weeks, you will be able to watch the romantic comedy from the comfort of your couch. Keep reading for more details.
Zara Hatke Zara Bachke Ott Release
As reported by Peeping Moon, the Vicky and Sara starrer will stream on the Jio Cinema Ott platform. The...
- 4/25/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Voice actress Lenore Zann has been synonymous with voicing Rogue in multiple X-Men-related media, including the recent X-Men ‘97. The actress returned to the role after voicing the character in the original X-Men: The Animated Series as well. She has also lent her voice to Rogue in video games.
Zann recently revealed that a personal tragedy helped her channel her grief for a heartbreaking scene in the latest episode of X-Men ‘97. The actress mentioned that she tapped into the sadness she felt at the death of her young niece to cancer while performing Rogue’s own grief towards the death of an important character in the show.
Spoilers ahead.
The Latest X-Men ‘97 Episode Sees Rogue At Her Most Emotional A still from X-Men ’97
In the latest episode of the Marvel series X-Men ‘97 titled ‘Bright Eyes’, the team is processing the deaths of their teammates in Genosha.
Zann recently revealed that a personal tragedy helped her channel her grief for a heartbreaking scene in the latest episode of X-Men ‘97. The actress mentioned that she tapped into the sadness she felt at the death of her young niece to cancer while performing Rogue’s own grief towards the death of an important character in the show.
Spoilers ahead.
The Latest X-Men ‘97 Episode Sees Rogue At Her Most Emotional A still from X-Men ’97
In the latest episode of the Marvel series X-Men ‘97 titled ‘Bright Eyes’, the team is processing the deaths of their teammates in Genosha.
- 4/25/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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