Netflix’s film chief, Scott Stuber, has revealed surprising details about Greta Gerwig’s upcoming adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia. Contrary to the traditional one-movie-per- ... Read more
Netflix’s film chief, Scott Stuber, has revealed surprising details about Greta Gerwig’s upcoming adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia. Contrary to the traditional one-movie-per-book approach, Gerwig aims to incorporate the entire arc of C.S. Lewis’s beloved series into her film. One would imagine that The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe would be considered an obvious choice, but Gerwig and producer Amy Pascal are exploring a narrative form that spans the entirety of the Narnia saga. The Chronicles of Narnia follows the adventures of the Pevensie children in the magical land of Narnia, offering a unique perspective on growth and maturity. Stuber highlights Gerwig’s deep connection to the Christian themes in Lewis’s books as a key factor in her selection for this ambitious project. He also confirms that the project is said to begin filming early next year. Read more
After a grueling 118-day strike, the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) have reached a tentative three-year deal, marking ... Read more
After a grueling 118-day strike, the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) have reached a tentative three-year deal, marking the end of the longest strike in SAG-AFTRA’s history. The agreement, described as “historic” includes significant wage and bonus increases, with a crucial focus on addressing concerns related to artificial intelligence (AI). Studio heads, including Ted Sarandos and Bob Iger, offered substantial protections against AI, paving the way for Hollywood to resume full-scale production within three weeks. While this marks a significant step forward, Hollywood still faces labour challenges, with VFX workers unionising at Disney and Marvel, and a potential strike looming in the video game industry. The deal signifies a hard-fought victory for over 160,000 SAG-AFTRA members and brings an end to a bitter labour dispute that began in May. Read more
Infamous for spending years completing a film, Bollywood’s ‘perfectionist’ Aamir Khan has confirmed that his next film will release in December 2024. The veteran actor was last see ... Read more
Infamous for spending years completing a film, Bollywood’s ‘perfectionist’ Aamir Khan has confirmed that his next film will release in December 2024. The veteran actor was last seen in the Forrest Gump remake L gaal Singh Chaddha in 2022. Details regarding the actor’s upcoming film have been kept under wraps. However, it has been revealed that the film will be released on the 20th of December, 2024, and it will clash with Akshay Kumar’s Welcome To The Jungle – the third film in the Welcome franchise. Co-incidentally, another Aamir Khan film, Taare Zameen Par, locked horns at the box office with the first Welcome film in 2007. Read more
Paramount Pictures is set to take another shot at remaking the classic sports comedy-drama film The Longest Yard. The original 1974 version, which earned critical acclaim and an Os ... Read more
Paramount Pictures is set to take another shot at remaking the classic sports comedy-drama film The Longest Yard. The original 1974 version, which earned critical acclaim and an Oscar nomination, was a delicate balance of comedy and drama, starring Burt Reynolds as Paul "Wrecking" Crewe, a former football star facing a prison sentence. In 2005, a remake directed by Peter Segal, with Adam Sandler in the lead role, took a lighter, more comedic approach and featured a star-studded cast. Despite its commercial success, Sandler publicly confessed that the remake couldn't hold a candle to the original. Now, Paramount Pictures is giving it another go, led by Gunpowder & Sky’s Van Toffler and former MTV Films boss David Gale, with Rodney Barnes penning the script. The new iteration aims to bring a fresh perspective to this prison football story, offering a unique take on a classic narrative. Read more
In a headline-making development, it has been confirmed that The Marvels will indeed share IMAX screens in India with Salman Khan's Tiger 3, dispelling recent rumors of exclusion. ... Read more
In a headline-making development, it has been confirmed that The Marvels will indeed share IMAX screens in India with Salman Khan's Tiger 3, dispelling recent rumors of exclusion. This strategic decision leverages Marvel's strong association with IMAX and ensures that the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film gets the premium screen treatment it deserves. With Tiger 3 scheduled for a Sunday release on November 12, The Marvels is slated to hit theaters on Friday, November 10. To maximize its impact, The Marvels plans a wide release for the first two days, encompassing all languages and formats. Although showtimes may dwindle once Tiger 3 arrives, Disney remains confident that word of mouth and the upcoming holiday season will draw substantial audiences. Meanwhile, Tiger 3 has made a stellar start in advance ticket sales, selling 63,000 tickets in national chains, with expectations of maintaining momentum for its November 12 release. Read more
Nic Pizzolatto, the visionary behind the acclaimed HBO series True Detective, is taking a thrilling leap into the world of horror cinema, as he collaborates with Blumhouse to craft ... Read more
Nic Pizzolatto, the visionary behind the acclaimed HBO series True Detective, is taking a thrilling leap into the world of horror cinema, as he collaborates with Blumhouse to craft an enigmatic "occult detective story." This exciting revelation unfolded at the Austin Film Festival, where Pizzolatto unveiled his dreamy partnership with the esteemed horror studio. Blumhouse, known for its mastery of the genre, approached Pizzolatto, sparking a creative exchange that culminated in the script for this supernatural detective tale. While plot details remain under wraps, Pizzolatto's description conjures echoes of the intricate mysteries that made True Detective a hit. This move marks Pizzolatto's debut in feature-length filmmaking, expanding his creative horizons. Moreover, True Detective fans have reason to celebrate as the series is poised for a fourth season, True Detective: Night Country, boasting a star-studded cast led by Jodie Foster and Wind River: The Next Chapter actress Kali Reis, premiering on January 14. Read more
In the upcoming Peacock film, Genie, Oscar-nominated actress Melissa McCarthy takes on the role of Flora, a magical genie who turns the life of a man called Bernard Bottle around. ... Read more
In the upcoming Peacock film, Genie, Oscar-nominated actress Melissa McCarthy takes on the role of Flora, a magical genie who turns the life of a man called Bernard Bottle around. Portrayed by Emmy-nominated actor Paapa Essiedu, Bottle is depicted as a man whose life is falling apart. While enduring a painful trial separation, he is also a victim of job loss. A chance encounter with Flora offers promise as she has the power to realise all his wishes, leading to a series of hilarious modern-day adventures. With a supporting cast that includes talents such as standup-comedian Marc Maron, Remember Me actor Tate Ellington, and others, Genie promises to be a classic holiday fairytale about the power of friendship and family. The film is set to premiere on November 22, just before Thanksgiving, on Peacock. Read more
After a decade-long hiatus, Chuck Norris is making his cinematic comeback in the sci-fi action film Agent Recon. Norris takes on the role of Alistair, the head of a covert security ... Read more
After a decade-long hiatus, Chuck Norris is making his cinematic comeback in the sci-fi action film Agent Recon. Norris takes on the role of Alistair, the head of a covert security task force, and he sends a talented rookie, played by rising Hong Kong action star Derek Ting, on a mission commanded by Colonel Green, portrayed by Beastmaster’s Marc Singer. Their mission is to investigate a top-secret facility suspected of experimenting with alien technology. As the plot unfolds, they encounter a being with unimaginable power. With Norris and Marc Singer on board, the film promises an epic, action-packed, and over-the-top experience. Notably, Norris’ son Dakota choreographed all of his father's fight sequences in the film. Agent Recon has completed filming and is set for a 2024 release in North America by Quiver Distribution. Read more
The red band trailer for the sci-fi horror film Divinity has surfaced, offering a haunting glimpse into a twisted, dystopian reality. Directed by Eddie Alcazar, Divinity takes view ... Read more
The red band trailer for the sci-fi horror film Divinity has surfaced, offering a haunting glimpse into a twisted, dystopian reality. Directed by Eddie Alcazar, Divinity takes viewers on a surreal journey, unlike anything seen in contemporary cinema. The trailer, a mesmerising fusion of stop motion and live-action, plunges the audience into an otherworldly human existence. It introduces Jaxxon Pierce, the keeper of an immortality serum called “Divinity”, who becomes the target of two enigmatic brothers. With only a mysterious, seductive woman as his hope, the film captivates with its black-and-white aesthetic, evoking a classic 80s horror atmosphere. The film stars Bella Thorne and Quantum Leap’s Scott Bakula in lead roles. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and the Taormina Film Festival, receiving several plaudits. Divinity is expected to release in theatres on Nov 3. Read more
The Fantastic Beasts franchise, a spin-off from the beloved Harry Potter series, finds itself on shaky ground. Director David Yates has revealed that the series is currently on hol ... Read more
The Fantastic Beasts franchise, a spin-off from the beloved Harry Potter series, finds itself on shaky ground. Director David Yates has revealed that the series is currently on hold and not a priority for Warner Bros. Discovery. What's more, the initial plan for a five-movie series was not the studio's idea but a spontaneous revelation by author J.K. Rowling, catching the creative team off guard during a press event for the first film. The franchise's future looks uncertain due to declining box office earnings, an identity crisis that transformed the narrative, controversies surrounding cast changes and J.K. Rowling's views on transgender rights. While the first film saw immense success, subsequent entries struggled, with dwindling interest and a shift from creatures to a wizarding world war storyline. For fans of the magical world, it seems the Fantastic Beasts series is currently under a spell of uncertainty, with no new movies in sight. Read more
