Last night, I wrote about Zach Cregger’s “Weapons” most likely coming out in 2025, and that part of the reason for Warner Bros’ excitement resided in a very successful test screening. Here’s one reaction from that screening.
Read moreSurprise!: ‘Wicked' Named Best Picture by National Board of Review
“Wicked” just gained some additional Oscar momentum as it’s just been named best picture by the NBR. John M. Chu took home the directing prize.
Read more‘Pirates of the Caribbean' Movie Being Written With Johnny Depp Eyed to Star
Variety is reporting that "nothing has been ruled out" regarding Disney bringing Depp back for more ‘Pirates.’ Disney has not engaged with Depp yet, but one script in development could bring him back if he can reconcile with the studio.
Read more‘Anora’ and ‘I Saw the TV Glow’ Lead Indie Spirit Award Noms with Six Each — ‘The Brutalist' SNUBBED
The 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards have announced their nominees. “Anora” and “I Saw the TV Glow” lead the way with six nominations each. “The Brutalist” was snubbed for Best Film, and only garnered one nod.
Read moreViggo Mortensen Asked to Return For ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt For Gollum'
In an interview with The Playlist, ‘Lord of the Rings’ writer Philippa Boyens talks about how ‘The Hunt For Gollum’ features a prominent role for Aragorn, and they hope to have Viggo Mortensen return.
Read moreHBO Sets ‘Euphoria' Premiere Date For 2026
Let’s see if this one actually happens. HBO has announced that the third season of Sam Levinson’s “Euphoria” will be airing sometime in 2026. They are looking to start production on the “final season” in early 2025. Just a month ago, Zendaya had stated that she still didn’t get the scripts for the new season.
Zach Cregger's ‘Weapons' to Release in 2025
Zach Cregger’s highly anticipated “Weapons,” which was dated for January 16, 2026 release, will be moved to the 2025 calendar as test screenings have been great for the film, and Warner Bros seems to believe they have a major title in their hands.
Read morePlot Details for Bradley Cooper's ‘Is This Thing On?'
Greta Gerwig Adapting ‘The Magician's Nephew'?
Apparently, Jason Isaacs might know something that we don’t. The actor, who had previously auditioned for the role of Aslan in Disney’s ‘Chronicles of Narnia’ movies, tells The Week that one of the books Gerwig is adapting might be “The Magician’s Nephew.”
Read more‘The Brutalist' Named Year's Best Film by New York Film Critics Circle
The New York Film Critics Circle (NYFCC), one of the most important critics groups in the country, are currently announcing their 2024 winners. The Best Picture winners this decade have been “First Cow,” “Drive My Car,” Tár and “Killers of the Flower Moon.”
Read moreGuillermo Del Toro is Working on ‘Nightmare Alley' Black-and-White Extended Cut
Aaron Taylor-Johnson on ‘Kraven': “Come See This Movie. I Promise You It Won't Disappoint"
‘Kraven’ himself, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, is now begging audiences to give his movie a chance. Forget about the toxic buzz, the middling trailer or the lengthy reshoots — this movie will surprise you in how great it’s turned out to be.
Read moreFlashback: Luca Guadagnino Pans ‘La La Land,' ‘The Revenant,' ‘The Lobster' and More
I recently stumbled upon an amusing 2017 interview with Guadagnino, who at the time was about to release “Call Me By Your Name.” He sat down for an honest and rather no-holds-barred chat with fringe outlet Fantastic Man.
Read moreLukas Dhont Set to Direct ‘Coward'
Flemish director Lukas Dhont, who was Oscar nominated for 2023 Cannes winner “Close,” is reteaming with co-writer Angelo Tijssens on “Coward,” whose plot details have not yet been disclosed (via Screen). Dhont won the Caméra d'Or at Cannes in 2018 for “Girl,” and went on to garner acclaim for 2022’s “Close.”
Sean Penn Slams the Oscars; Calls ‘The Apprentice’ A “Great Film" That Should Be Part of This Year’s Race
Here comes Sean Penn, yet again, slamming the industry, particularly the Oscars, for “limiting different cultural expressions” and voicing his support for Ali Abbasi’s “The Apprentice” while at Marrakech Film Festival.
Read moreBrady Corbet Says ‘The Brutalist’ Has an Intermission Because “I Have a Hard Time Sitting Still for 3 and a Half Hours"
If it were up to me, “The Brutalist” would run straight through, without an intermission. It doesn’t help that the first half of the film is much stronger than the second, and the intermission only makes this flaw more glaring.
Read moreGender-Neutral Gothams Snub Female Actresses; Acting Awards Exclusively Go to Male Performers
Only men won acting awards, leaving the women empty handed. The three acting winners were all men. You had some great performances from Nicole Kidman, Mikey Madison and Marianne Jean-Baptiste completely overlooked.
Read more‘Moana 3' Already in the Works
Not that shocking to hear that Disney is already planning “Moana 3.” It would have been more of a surprise if word got out that a third film wouldn’t happen. Disney is milking the ‘Moana’ franchise with a live-action remake as well — set for 2026 release. “Moana 2” has already grossed $400M in just six days of release.
‘Snow White' Finally Released by Disney After Multiple Online Leaks
After multiple online leaks, Disney has finally decided to officially release the “Snow White” trailer. It’s now readily available to view on all platforms. Let the nightmare fuel envelop all your senses.
Read more‘A Different Man' Stuns and Wins Best Picture at Gotham Awards
Nobody expected Aaron Schimberg’s “A Different Man” to win Best Feature, and know what? I’m all here for it. Most predictions had this year’s voting committee picking either “Anora” or “Nickel Boys” for the top prize.
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