There’s something strange about the franchise reboot of the big orange tabby in The Garfield Movie. For one, the story completely sidelines the relationship between Jon Arbuckle and Garfield. Another issue is that all the characters are cardboard cutouts, and you know virtually nothing about them besides how Garfield came into Jon’s possession.
Perhaps most importantly, the trademark apathetic nature of the main character is non-existent. It’s as if the studios bought the brand name and turned the character into a clone of any fish-out-of-water animation adventure. That’s what’s wrong with The Garfield Movie. What makes the character great is washed away for a run-of-the-mill animated family film that you’ve seen nine lives over.
It’s purr-fectly predictable from start to its stagnant finish.
Harvey Guillén and Chris Pratt voice Odie and Garfield in The Garfield Movie (2024) | Image via Sony Pictures Suggested“Understand that it’s pretty embarrassing.
Perhaps most importantly, the trademark apathetic nature of the main character is non-existent. It’s as if the studios bought the brand name and turned the character into a clone of any fish-out-of-water animation adventure. That’s what’s wrong with The Garfield Movie. What makes the character great is washed away for a run-of-the-mill animated family film that you’ve seen nine lives over.
It’s purr-fectly predictable from start to its stagnant finish.
Harvey Guillén and Chris Pratt voice Odie and Garfield in The Garfield Movie (2024) | Image via Sony Pictures Suggested“Understand that it’s pretty embarrassing.
- 5/20/2024
- by M.N. Miller
- FandomWire
Actor Chris Pratt is sharing the devastating death of a dear “friend” of his, Tony McFarr, who was only 47. He shared a tribute to the late stuntman on his social media and explained how their bond grew. It was sweet but very heartbreaking. Keep reading for more details on their friendship and the passing of Tony.
Chris Pratt Shares Devastating Death Of ‘Friend’
Whenever one loses a friend, it is very hard to come to terms with the idea that this person is gone. Or, that they will never see them again. Chris Pratt has worked on numerous television shows and movies, making countless friends along the way. Since some of his movies require extreme physical activity, he will occasionally have a stuntperson, not that he is not in amazing shape. One of them was Tony McFarr who worked with Chris on a handful of films, including Jurassic Park. Sadly,...
Chris Pratt Shares Devastating Death Of ‘Friend’
Whenever one loses a friend, it is very hard to come to terms with the idea that this person is gone. Or, that they will never see them again. Chris Pratt has worked on numerous television shows and movies, making countless friends along the way. Since some of his movies require extreme physical activity, he will occasionally have a stuntperson, not that he is not in amazing shape. One of them was Tony McFarr who worked with Chris on a handful of films, including Jurassic Park. Sadly,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Amanda Lauren
- TV Shows Ace
Chris Pratt paid tribute to his late stunt double Tony McFarr in a heartfelt message on social media in which Pratt remembered their time on several movie sets together. McFarr was Pratt’s stunt double on some of the actor’s biggest films, including the “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Jurassic World” franchises. McFarr died May 13 at the age of 47.
“Devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double Tony McFarr,” Pratt wrote. “We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness. I remember he took a nasty shot to the head (in the title sequence of ‘Guardians 2’) and got several staples in his head came right back to work ready to go again. He was an absolute stud.”
“He was always a gentleman and professional,” Pratt added. “He’ll be missed.
“Devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double Tony McFarr,” Pratt wrote. “We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness. I remember he took a nasty shot to the head (in the title sequence of ‘Guardians 2’) and got several staples in his head came right back to work ready to go again. He was an absolute stud.”
“He was always a gentleman and professional,” Pratt added. “He’ll be missed.
- 5/17/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Tony McFarr, a professional stunt performer best known in Hollywood for his work as action star Chris Pratt’s double in the Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy franchises, died in Florida this week. McFarr was 47 years old.
The Orange County Medical Examiner’s Office in Orlando told The Hollywood Reporter that McFarr died on Monday and that a cause of death is still pending as of Friday morning. His death was also posted on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Florida. But, according to a staff member at the funeral home, his obituary was removed at the request of his family.
On Thursday. TMZ reported that McFarr’s mother, Donna, told the outlet that her son’s death at his home in Orlando was “unexpected and shocking.” On Friday, Pratt wrote a message on Instagram mourning the loss of his colleague and friend.
“Devastated...
The Orange County Medical Examiner’s Office in Orlando told The Hollywood Reporter that McFarr died on Monday and that a cause of death is still pending as of Friday morning. His death was also posted on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Florida. But, according to a staff member at the funeral home, his obituary was removed at the request of his family.
On Thursday. TMZ reported that McFarr’s mother, Donna, told the outlet that her son’s death at his home in Orlando was “unexpected and shocking.” On Friday, Pratt wrote a message on Instagram mourning the loss of his colleague and friend.
“Devastated...
- 5/17/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Chris Pratt has paid tribute to his friend and former stunt double, Tony McFarr, who died on Monday (May 13) at 47 years old. Antonio “Tony” McFarr worked as Pratt’s stunt double on numerous projects, including Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2, two of the Jurassic World films, and the 2016 movie Passengers. “Devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double,” the Parks and Recreation star wrote on his Instagram Story on Thursday (May 16). “We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness.” McFarr passed away on Monday at his home just outside Orlando, Florida, according to TMZ. A cause of death has not yet been reported. His mother told the outlet that McFarr’s death was “unexpected and shocking” as her son was “healthy and active.” In his tribute, Pratt recalled an...
- 5/17/2024
- TV Insider
The Marvel community is in mourning following the sudden demise of Tony McFarr, a talented stunt double who worked alongside Chris Pratt in the Guardians of the Galaxy movies. Helping the Marvel star bring to life his action scenes in different franchises and films, McFarr breathed his last on May 13, as he passed away at 47.
Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord in Guardians of the Galaxy movies | Marvel Studios
Leaving behind a legacy of dedication and passion for his craft, Tony McFarr died at his Orlando home, after working in the entertainment industry for over two decades. While the cause of death is still unknown, Chris Pratt paid tribute to McFarr on Instagram hours after the news broke. Meanwhile, Marvel fans expressed their remorse via social media.
Chris Pratt’s Stunt Double Tony McFarr Passed Away at 47
Working in Hollywood for over two decades, with an impressive resume under his belt, stuntman...
Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord in Guardians of the Galaxy movies | Marvel Studios
Leaving behind a legacy of dedication and passion for his craft, Tony McFarr died at his Orlando home, after working in the entertainment industry for over two decades. While the cause of death is still unknown, Chris Pratt paid tribute to McFarr on Instagram hours after the news broke. Meanwhile, Marvel fans expressed their remorse via social media.
Chris Pratt’s Stunt Double Tony McFarr Passed Away at 47
Working in Hollywood for over two decades, with an impressive resume under his belt, stuntman...
- 5/17/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Chris Pratt has taken to Instagram to pay tribute to his former stunt double, Tony McFarr, who died at age 47 on Monday in Orlando, Florida.
The actor said he was “devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double. We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness.”
Pratt recalled one such instance on the set.
“I remember he took a nasty shot to the head (in the title sequence of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2) and got several staples in his head – he came right back to work ready to go again. He was an absolute stud. He was always a gentleman and professional.”
“He’ll be missed,” added Pratt. “My prayers go out to his friends and family, especially his daughter.”
McFarr was Pratt’s stunt double in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2...
The actor said he was “devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double. We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness.”
Pratt recalled one such instance on the set.
“I remember he took a nasty shot to the head (in the title sequence of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2) and got several staples in his head – he came right back to work ready to go again. He was an absolute stud. He was always a gentleman and professional.”
“He’ll be missed,” added Pratt. “My prayers go out to his friends and family, especially his daughter.”
McFarr was Pratt’s stunt double in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2...
- 5/16/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Tony McFarr, who was Chris Pratt’s stunt double in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and two of the “Jurassic World” movies, died on Monday. He was 47.
McFarr’s mother told TMZ that he died at his home outside of Orlando, Fla. No cause of death has been given. His death was reported on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Fla.
The stuntman performed in dozens of movies and shows, dating back to the early 2010s. He first doubled for Pratt on the 2015 film “Jurassic World” and followed that up with 2017’s “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and 2018’s “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.” He also performed Pratt’s stunts in the 2016 drama “Passengers.”
McFarr’s other stunt credits included a range of blockbusters and Marvel movies like “Captain America: Civil War,” “Ant-Man and the Wasp,” “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Parts 1 and 2,” “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,...
McFarr’s mother told TMZ that he died at his home outside of Orlando, Fla. No cause of death has been given. His death was reported on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Fla.
The stuntman performed in dozens of movies and shows, dating back to the early 2010s. He first doubled for Pratt on the 2015 film “Jurassic World” and followed that up with 2017’s “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and 2018’s “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.” He also performed Pratt’s stunts in the 2016 drama “Passengers.”
McFarr’s other stunt credits included a range of blockbusters and Marvel movies like “Captain America: Civil War,” “Ant-Man and the Wasp,” “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Parts 1 and 2,” “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Jordan Moreau
- Variety Film + TV
Updated with Chris Pratt’s reaction: Tony McFarr, a stuntman best known as the double for actor Chris Pratt in blockbusters like Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, died of undetermined causes May 13 at his home outside Orlando. He was 47.
His death, first reported by TMZ, was confirmed on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Florida.
McFarr’s mother Donna told TMZ that the exact circumstances of his death are unknown but that his passing was unexpected.
The Orange County Medical Examiner has confirmed to Deadline that an exam has taken place and a cause/manner of death is pending toxicology results. His date of passing is listed as May 13, when he was found unresponsive.
Pratt reacted to McFarr’s death on his Instagram Stories, saying he was “devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double,” adding “We did several movies together.
His death, first reported by TMZ, was confirmed on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Florida.
McFarr’s mother Donna told TMZ that the exact circumstances of his death are unknown but that his passing was unexpected.
The Orange County Medical Examiner has confirmed to Deadline that an exam has taken place and a cause/manner of death is pending toxicology results. His date of passing is listed as May 13, when he was found unresponsive.
Pratt reacted to McFarr’s death on his Instagram Stories, saying he was “devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double,” adding “We did several movies together.
- 5/16/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
The "Guardians of the Galaxy" trilogy has reached its conclusion. There are unlikely to be more, with writer/director James Gunn leaving Marvel and joining Peter Safran to run the DC Universe. Star-Lord (Chris Pratt) will be back, as we learned at the end of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3," but the formation of the group we fell in love with has come and gone. The ragtag bunch of space misfits has certainly gotten into a lot of scrapes over the years, fighting villains like the High Evolutionary (Chukwudi Iwuji), The Collector (Benicio del Toro), the Sovereign, Ego the Living Planet (Kurt Russell), and Thanos (Josh Brolin) alongside the Avengers.
Along the way, the Guardians have gotten all banged up during their fights, and some of the actors have as well. For instance, Chris Pratt's longtime stunt double Tony McFarr split his head open during a stunt on "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.
Along the way, the Guardians have gotten all banged up during their fights, and some of the actors have as well. For instance, Chris Pratt's longtime stunt double Tony McFarr split his head open during a stunt on "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.
- 5/26/2023
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
Update: In addition to the Facebook post in the original story, James Gunn posted an update via Twitter regarding Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 wrapping. You can check that out directly below:
And that’s a wrap on #GoTGVol2. Whew. So much gratitude to my wonderful cast and crew. Thank you all.
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) June 16, 2016
Also, actor Chris Pratt took to Instagram to show a couple of shots of him alongside his stunt double on set.
Here's me and my stunt-man Tony McFarr (also Tommy Harper stunt coordinator and our first Ad Lars Winther) on set. Been working with Tony since Jurassic World. Love you buddy! Happy wrap!
Here's a better view.
Original Story Below:
For a while, it seemed like Marvel Studios and Disney were done with San Diego Comic-Con. Last year, they dodged the con altogether in favor of their own D23 convention, which highlighted all of Disney's upcoming films,...
And that’s a wrap on #GoTGVol2. Whew. So much gratitude to my wonderful cast and crew. Thank you all.
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) June 16, 2016
Also, actor Chris Pratt took to Instagram to show a couple of shots of him alongside his stunt double on set.
Here's me and my stunt-man Tony McFarr (also Tommy Harper stunt coordinator and our first Ad Lars Winther) on set. Been working with Tony since Jurassic World. Love you buddy! Happy wrap!
Here's a better view.
Original Story Below:
For a while, it seemed like Marvel Studios and Disney were done with San Diego Comic-Con. Last year, they dodged the con altogether in favor of their own D23 convention, which highlighted all of Disney's upcoming films,...
- 6/18/2016
- by Joseph Medina
- LRMonline.com
Production on James Gunn's follow-up to his 2014 runaway hit Guardians of the Galaxy came to a close yesterday and over the past couple of days, we've been treated to a handful of behind-the-scenes snaps and videos as each main cast member wrapped their final scenes. Today, we have two new photos from Chris Pratt (Jurassic World) as he stands alongside his stunt double Tony McFarr, stunt coordinator Tommy Harper, and first assistant director Lars Winther. Check out the two photos below to get your first real look at Star-Lord's new costume: Here's me and my stunt-man Tony McFarr (also Tommy Harper stunt coordinator and our first Ad Lars Winther) on set. Been working with Tony since Jurassic World. Love you buddy! Happy wrap! A photo posted by chris pratt (@prattprattpratt) on Jun 16, 2016 at 5:13pm Pdt Here's a better view. A photo posted by chris pratt (@prattprattpratt) on Jun...
- 6/17/2016
- ComicBookMovie.com
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