Pamela Anderson, the iconic Baywatch star, is experiencing a career renaissance at the age of 57: on the heels of her 2022 Broadway debut and the 2023 publication of her memoir, she is now generating best actress Oscar buzz for her performance in Gia Coppola’s The Last Showgirl.
In recognition of Anderson’s acclaimed portrayal of a veteran Vegas showgirl confronting an uncertain future after the show in which she appeared for 30 years suddenly closes, she received a best lead performance Gotham Award nomination on Tuesday. And on Thursday, the Miami Dade College’s Miami Film Festival Gems event announced that she will be this year’s recipient of its Art of Light Acting Award.
The honor will be presented on Sunday, Nov. 3, following a 12 p.m. Et screening of The Last Showgirl and a Q&a with Anderson and Coppola, to be moderated by yours truly.
The Art of Light...
In recognition of Anderson’s acclaimed portrayal of a veteran Vegas showgirl confronting an uncertain future after the show in which she appeared for 30 years suddenly closes, she received a best lead performance Gotham Award nomination on Tuesday. And on Thursday, the Miami Dade College’s Miami Film Festival Gems event announced that she will be this year’s recipient of its Art of Light Acting Award.
The honor will be presented on Sunday, Nov. 3, following a 12 p.m. Et screening of The Last Showgirl and a Q&a with Anderson and Coppola, to be moderated by yours truly.
The Art of Light...
- 10/31/2024
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Trap.Imagine a famous pop star is in your living room. They are eyeing your family photos, surveying your belongings. They are sitting at your rickety piano, treating you to a private concert. Nobody knows this celebrity is at your ordinary house, breathing your ordinary air. You can hardly believe it yourself.Strangely, this fantasy—or nightmare, depending on your attitude—transpires in not one but two hits of the summer movie season, vastly different films that share an interest in the machinations of modern celebrity. In Trap (2024), the new thriller written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, the scene is fraught with suspense: Lady Raven, a megastar played by Saleka Night Shyamalan (the filmmaker’s daughter), is visiting the home of a young fan whose father is a serial killer. In Michael Showalter’s rom-com The Idea of You (2024), based on the novel by Robinne Lee, it is playful...
- 10/24/2024
- MUBI
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We Live in Time is a romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Crowley from a screenplay by Nick Payne. The 2024 film employs a non-linear style of storytelling to tell the story of Tobias and Almut, a young couple as they meet each other, fall in love, and have a child. But when Almut is diagnosed with cancer, Tobias must learn to live with her in each moment. We Live in Time stars Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh in the lead roles with Adam James, Marama Corlett, Aoife Hinds, Nikhil Parmar, Heather Craney, and Douglas Hodge starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the heartwarming love story, great emotional scenes, and compelling characters in We Live in Time here are some similar movies you should check out next.
Irreplaceable You (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
Irreplaceable You is a romantic...
We Live in Time is a romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Crowley from a screenplay by Nick Payne. The 2024 film employs a non-linear style of storytelling to tell the story of Tobias and Almut, a young couple as they meet each other, fall in love, and have a child. But when Almut is diagnosed with cancer, Tobias must learn to live with her in each moment. We Live in Time stars Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh in the lead roles with Adam James, Marama Corlett, Aoife Hinds, Nikhil Parmar, Heather Craney, and Douglas Hodge starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the heartwarming love story, great emotional scenes, and compelling characters in We Live in Time here are some similar movies you should check out next.
Irreplaceable You (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
Irreplaceable You is a romantic...
- 10/21/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
As Andrew Garfield opens up about the death of his late mother, he’s praising his The Eyes of Tammy Faye family for helping him through the loss.
The 2x Oscar nominee recently said he was “really very grateful” for his time on the 2021 Tammy Faye Bakker biopic with co-star Jessica Chastain, who ultimately helped him get home to be with his mother Lynn in her final days before dying of pancreatic cancer.
“What was amazing was that [Searchlight Pictures‘ David Greenbaum] and Jessica rearranged the schedule last-minute — put filming on hold [in North Carolina] for a few days so that I could go back [to England] and be with my mom for 10 days,” Garfield told People.
Noting that he and Chastain would frequent the Bakkers’ former Christian theme park Heritage USA together while filming, Garfield added, “We would have deep conversations, because we were both getting to know each other as people. I’m really very...
The 2x Oscar nominee recently said he was “really very grateful” for his time on the 2021 Tammy Faye Bakker biopic with co-star Jessica Chastain, who ultimately helped him get home to be with his mother Lynn in her final days before dying of pancreatic cancer.
“What was amazing was that [Searchlight Pictures‘ David Greenbaum] and Jessica rearranged the schedule last-minute — put filming on hold [in North Carolina] for a few days so that I could go back [to England] and be with my mom for 10 days,” Garfield told People.
Noting that he and Chastain would frequent the Bakkers’ former Christian theme park Heritage USA together while filming, Garfield added, “We would have deep conversations, because we were both getting to know each other as people. I’m really very...
- 10/19/2024
- by Glenn Garner
- Deadline Film + TV
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The most romantic season of the year is finally here and as the temperature cools down, Netflix has the perfect way to bring the heat. We are talking about its collection of spicy romantic comedy movies featuring salacious scenes and a lot of hilarious comedy. So, here are the best R-rated romantic comedy movies on Netflix you should check out right now.
Plus One Credit – Rlje Films
Plus One is a romantic comedy film written and directed by Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer. The 2019 film follows Ben King and Alice Mori, who have been friends since college and now that everybody around them is getting married they make a pact to attend the weddings together instead of being alone. Soon they start falling for each other but their wildly different personalities get in the way. Plus One stars...
The most romantic season of the year is finally here and as the temperature cools down, Netflix has the perfect way to bring the heat. We are talking about its collection of spicy romantic comedy movies featuring salacious scenes and a lot of hilarious comedy. So, here are the best R-rated romantic comedy movies on Netflix you should check out right now.
Plus One Credit – Rlje Films
Plus One is a romantic comedy film written and directed by Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer. The 2019 film follows Ben King and Alice Mori, who have been friends since college and now that everybody around them is getting married they make a pact to attend the weddings together instead of being alone. Soon they start falling for each other but their wildly different personalities get in the way. Plus One stars...
- 10/19/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Exclusive: Amazon MGM Studios has put a feature rendition of Amy Poeppel’s novel The Sweet Spot into development with Kissing Jessica Stein‘s Jennifer Westfeldt adapting and set to co-star in the female-driven ensemble.
Westfeldt will produce alongside Laura Lewis of Rebelle Media.
The Sweet Spot is a multi-generational, female-driven screwball comedy set in New York City around the chaos of the holiday season. It explores found family, fresh starts, second chances, unlikely alliances, revenge, redemption, unexpected romance, and the ripple effect of seemingly small actions leading to epic consequences in the lives of people you haven’t even met … yet.
Westfeldt previously wrote the romantic comedy The Idea of You for the studio with its filmmaker Michael Showalter. The movie, which starred Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine and world premiered at SXSW, repped Amazon MGM’s biggest romantic comedy debut ever, drawing nearly 50 million global Prime Video viewers in its first two weeks.
Westfeldt will produce alongside Laura Lewis of Rebelle Media.
The Sweet Spot is a multi-generational, female-driven screwball comedy set in New York City around the chaos of the holiday season. It explores found family, fresh starts, second chances, unlikely alliances, revenge, redemption, unexpected romance, and the ripple effect of seemingly small actions leading to epic consequences in the lives of people you haven’t even met … yet.
Westfeldt previously wrote the romantic comedy The Idea of You for the studio with its filmmaker Michael Showalter. The movie, which starred Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine and world premiered at SXSW, repped Amazon MGM’s biggest romantic comedy debut ever, drawing nearly 50 million global Prime Video viewers in its first two weeks.
- 10/15/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
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Lonely Planet is a romantic drama film written and directed by Susannah Grant. The Netflix film follows the story of a reclusive novelist on a prestigious writer’s retreat in Morocco trying to get over her writer’s block but she soon meets a young man and they soon begin to fall for each other. Lonely Planet stars Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth in the lead roles with Diana Silvers, Younès Boucif, Adriano Giannini, and Rachida Brakni starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the romance, beautiful scenery, and compelling characters in Lonely Planet here are some similar films you should check out next.
Under the Tuscan Sun (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Touchstone Pictures
Under the Tuscan Sun is a romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Audrey Wells. The 2003 film follows the story of Frances Mayes,...
Lonely Planet is a romantic drama film written and directed by Susannah Grant. The Netflix film follows the story of a reclusive novelist on a prestigious writer’s retreat in Morocco trying to get over her writer’s block but she soon meets a young man and they soon begin to fall for each other. Lonely Planet stars Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth in the lead roles with Diana Silvers, Younès Boucif, Adriano Giannini, and Rachida Brakni starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the romance, beautiful scenery, and compelling characters in Lonely Planet here are some similar films you should check out next.
Under the Tuscan Sun (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Touchstone Pictures
Under the Tuscan Sun is a romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Audrey Wells. The 2003 film follows the story of Frances Mayes,...
- 10/12/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Movies like Lonely Planet on Netflix: Susannah Grant’s ‘Lonely Planet’ on Netflix is a gorgeous romance drama that stars Laura Dern in the leading role. Dern has had an illustrious acting career of over five decades. With projects ranging from David Lynch’s ‘Inland Empire’ to Steven Spielberg’s ‘Jurassic Park’, from Noah Baumbach’s ‘Marriage Story’ to HBO’s ‘Big Little Lies’, she has proved herself to be a versatile actor. After a string of intricate performances, she has returned with a breezy, tender romance that celebrates the value of leisure for a much-needed soul-searching.
In this gorgeous romance, Dern plays Katherine, a reclusive novelist who travels to Morocco for a writer’s retreat. She hopes a change in setting will help her get over her writer’s block. While there, she meets her apprentice, Owen (Liam Hemsworth) and falls for him. What starts out as an...
In this gorgeous romance, Dern plays Katherine, a reclusive novelist who travels to Morocco for a writer’s retreat. She hopes a change in setting will help her get over her writer’s block. While there, she meets her apprentice, Owen (Liam Hemsworth) and falls for him. What starts out as an...
- 10/12/2024
- by Akash Deshpande
- High on Films
Finding a good movie to watch on Amazon Prime Video can be difficult to say the least. While Amazon’s robust library of titles is available to every Amazon Prime subscriber, they don’t exactly make it easy to find what you’re looking for. That’s where we come in. Below, we’ve assembled a growing list of the best movies on Amazon Prime right now. Our carefully curated selection runs the gamut from crowd-pleasing blockbusters to Oscar-winning dramas to delightful rom-coms and beyond. There’s a little something for everyone, so stop the endless scrolling and simply choose one of these great movies to watch.
Check out our list of the best movies on Amazon Prime video below. The list will be updated weekly with new titles.
“Challengers” Left to right: Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor in “Challengers” (MGM)
“Challengers” is hypnotic. At once a tennis drama, steamy love triangle and dark comedy,...
Check out our list of the best movies on Amazon Prime video below. The list will be updated weekly with new titles.
“Challengers” Left to right: Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor in “Challengers” (MGM)
“Challengers” is hypnotic. At once a tennis drama, steamy love triangle and dark comedy,...
- 10/11/2024
- by Adam Chitwood, Haleigh Foutch
- The Wrap
You can say that again!
Fans of David Wain and Michael Showalter’s “They Came Together” will have a chance to celebrate the cult comedy’s 10th anniversary with a special screening and Q&a at Vidiots Foundation in Los Angeles on November 19. IndieWire can exclusively announce that the special screening will feature Wain, Poehler, Ed Helms, Melanie Lynskey, and Cobie Smulders in attendance. “They Came Together” composer Craig Wedren will also open the show with a musical performance.
Released in 2014, “They Came Together” saw Wain and Showalter reuniting with their “Wet Hot American Summer” stars Poehler and Rudd for a parody that applied the silly absurdism of their landmark summer camp movie to the rom-com genre. Lampooning classic New York rom-coms like “You’ve Got Mail,” the film stars Poehler as an independent candy store operator who inexplicably falls in love with Rudd’s corporate raider who is determined to...
Fans of David Wain and Michael Showalter’s “They Came Together” will have a chance to celebrate the cult comedy’s 10th anniversary with a special screening and Q&a at Vidiots Foundation in Los Angeles on November 19. IndieWire can exclusively announce that the special screening will feature Wain, Poehler, Ed Helms, Melanie Lynskey, and Cobie Smulders in attendance. “They Came Together” composer Craig Wedren will also open the show with a musical performance.
Released in 2014, “They Came Together” saw Wain and Showalter reuniting with their “Wet Hot American Summer” stars Poehler and Rudd for a parody that applied the silly absurdism of their landmark summer camp movie to the rom-com genre. Lampooning classic New York rom-coms like “You’ve Got Mail,” the film stars Poehler as an independent candy store operator who inexplicably falls in love with Rudd’s corporate raider who is determined to...
- 10/11/2024
- by Christian Zilko
- Indiewire
Last week Amazon Prime Video flexed its international muscle with a host of events around Europe, including a Prime Video Presents Trailblazers event celebrating women on and off screen – which included appearances from Octavia Spencer, Priyanka Chopra Jones and Amy Pascal – followed by the “Citadel: Diana” premiere in Italy.
During the whirlwind European tour, two of Amazon’s most senior female execs — Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios, and Kelly Day, VP of international for Prime Video – sat down with Variety to talk about celebrating women, how the industry has changed over the past five years, what the international strategy is going forward, and what’s in store for some of their biggest franchises, including “Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” and “Tomb Raider.”
We’re meeting at the conclusion of a pretty spectacular Amazon’s Trailblazers event in London. What was the inspiration behind the day?...
During the whirlwind European tour, two of Amazon’s most senior female execs — Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios, and Kelly Day, VP of international for Prime Video – sat down with Variety to talk about celebrating women, how the industry has changed over the past five years, what the international strategy is going forward, and what’s in store for some of their biggest franchises, including “Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” and “Tomb Raider.”
We’re meeting at the conclusion of a pretty spectacular Amazon’s Trailblazers event in London. What was the inspiration behind the day?...
- 10/10/2024
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
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Trouble is a Swedish action crime comedy film directed by Jon Holmberg who also co-wrote the screenplay with Tapio Leopold. The Netflix film follows the story of a clumsy divorced electronic salesman who is wrongfully convicted of murder and sent to prison. To prove his innocence he escapes from prison with other convicts. Trouble stars Filip Berg, Amy Deasismont, Eva Melander, Måns Nathanaelson, Dejan Čukić, Joakim Sällquist, and Sissela Benn. So, if you loved the blend of crime and comedy, compelling characters, and a thrilling story in Netflix’s Trouble here are some similar movies you should check out next.
The Lovebirds (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Netflix
The Lovebirds is a romantic crime comedy film directed by Michael Showalter from a screenplay co-written by Aaron Abrams and Brendan Gall. The 2020 film revolves around a young couple...
Trouble is a Swedish action crime comedy film directed by Jon Holmberg who also co-wrote the screenplay with Tapio Leopold. The Netflix film follows the story of a clumsy divorced electronic salesman who is wrongfully convicted of murder and sent to prison. To prove his innocence he escapes from prison with other convicts. Trouble stars Filip Berg, Amy Deasismont, Eva Melander, Måns Nathanaelson, Dejan Čukić, Joakim Sällquist, and Sissela Benn. So, if you loved the blend of crime and comedy, compelling characters, and a thrilling story in Netflix’s Trouble here are some similar movies you should check out next.
The Lovebirds (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Netflix
The Lovebirds is a romantic crime comedy film directed by Michael Showalter from a screenplay co-written by Aaron Abrams and Brendan Gall. The 2020 film revolves around a young couple...
- 10/8/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
One mystery concerning The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh has been solved: Today, Prime Video announced that the Original comedy series will premiere all eight half-hour episodes on October 17, 2024.
The series will be available on Prime Video in the U.S., UK, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Austria, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Uruguay, Venezuela, and India, and on Amazon Freevee in the U.S., UK, and Germany.
Inspired by the personal experiences of Emmy-nominated creator Vijal Patel, The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh follows the Pradeep family and the events of their first few months after moving to America from India.
As told through hilarious (and often conflicting) flashbacks from an interrogation room, the Pradeeps quickly find themselves embroiled—romantically, personally, and professionally—with a polar opposite neighborhood family, leading to a predicament with many surprising twists.
Naveen Andrews, Sindhu Vee, Megan Hilty, and Ethan Suplee star alongside Sahana Srinivasan, Arjun Sriram,...
The series will be available on Prime Video in the U.S., UK, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Austria, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Uruguay, Venezuela, and India, and on Amazon Freevee in the U.S., UK, and Germany.
Inspired by the personal experiences of Emmy-nominated creator Vijal Patel, The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh follows the Pradeep family and the events of their first few months after moving to America from India.
As told through hilarious (and often conflicting) flashbacks from an interrogation room, the Pradeeps quickly find themselves embroiled—romantically, personally, and professionally—with a polar opposite neighborhood family, leading to a predicament with many surprising twists.
Naveen Andrews, Sindhu Vee, Megan Hilty, and Ethan Suplee star alongside Sahana Srinivasan, Arjun Sriram,...
- 9/19/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Exclusive: Fresh off the TIFF premiere of their new documentary Vice Is Broke, Get Out producer QC Entertainment has enlisted Gabrielle Union (Riff Raff) to star in The Casket Girls, a new horror film to be directed by Justin Dyck (Anything for Jackson), which they will produce and fully finance.
Written by Thomas Lennon & Robert Ben Garant (Night at the Museum), with revisions by Keith Cooper (Anything for Jackson) & Dyck, The Casket Girls is inspired by the true story of a group of young women sent from France to New Orleans to become brides to French colonists in the early 1700s. They arrived with small chests, or “caskets” of their belongings, hence the name given by locals. According to legend, upon the girls’ arrival, the homicide rate in New Orleans rose dramatically, with stories of men drained of their blood. The girls were blamed and feared to be demons or vampires,...
Written by Thomas Lennon & Robert Ben Garant (Night at the Museum), with revisions by Keith Cooper (Anything for Jackson) & Dyck, The Casket Girls is inspired by the true story of a group of young women sent from France to New Orleans to become brides to French colonists in the early 1700s. They arrived with small chests, or “caskets” of their belongings, hence the name given by locals. According to legend, upon the girls’ arrival, the homicide rate in New Orleans rose dramatically, with stories of men drained of their blood. The girls were blamed and feared to be demons or vampires,...
- 9/18/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
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As winter approaches we are all in need of something spicy to watch to make our temperature rise and if you are a fan of romantic comedies, then we have the perfect recommendations for you. From critically acclaimed movies like The Big Sick to new and popular romantic comedy movies like The Idea of You, Prime Video has everything you need. So, here are the 7 best R-rated romantic comedy movies available on Prime Video right now.
If you want to watch more R-rated romantic comedy movies here are some more recommendations for you available on Netflix, Hulu, and Max (formerly known as HBO Max).
The Idea of You Credit – Prime Video
The Idea of You is a romantic comedy-drama film directed by Michael Showalter from a screenplay co-written by Showalter and Jennifer Westfeldt. Based on the 2017 novel of...
As winter approaches we are all in need of something spicy to watch to make our temperature rise and if you are a fan of romantic comedies, then we have the perfect recommendations for you. From critically acclaimed movies like The Big Sick to new and popular romantic comedy movies like The Idea of You, Prime Video has everything you need. So, here are the 7 best R-rated romantic comedy movies available on Prime Video right now.
If you want to watch more R-rated romantic comedy movies here are some more recommendations for you available on Netflix, Hulu, and Max (formerly known as HBO Max).
The Idea of You Credit – Prime Video
The Idea of You is a romantic comedy-drama film directed by Michael Showalter from a screenplay co-written by Showalter and Jennifer Westfeldt. Based on the 2017 novel of...
- 9/10/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Nicholas Galitzine Boards ‘100 Nights Of Hero,’ Graphic Novel Adaptation From Director Julia Jackman
Exclusive: Nicholas Galitzine, the rising star recently tapped to lead Amazon MGM and Mattel’s live-action Masters of the Universe, has signed on to star in 100 Nights of Hero, an adaptation of Isabel Greenberg’s same-name graphic novel from director Julia Jackman (Bonus Track).
A feminist fairy tale inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, The 100 Nights of Hero was published by Little, Brown and Company in December 2016. The story centers around two women, Cherry and Hero, who are in love. Cherry is married to a man named Jerome, who, despite his marriage, makes a bet with his friend, a lecherous villain named Manfred, that Manfred can seduce Cherry within 100 nights. If Manfred succeeds, Jerome will give Cherry to him. Cherry, however, isn’t interested and devises a plan with her lover, Hero, who over the course of 100 nights,...
A feminist fairy tale inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, The 100 Nights of Hero was published by Little, Brown and Company in December 2016. The story centers around two women, Cherry and Hero, who are in love. Cherry is married to a man named Jerome, who, despite his marriage, makes a bet with his friend, a lecherous villain named Manfred, that Manfred can seduce Cherry within 100 nights. If Manfred succeeds, Jerome will give Cherry to him. Cherry, however, isn’t interested and devises a plan with her lover, Hero, who over the course of 100 nights,...
- 9/9/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: With the Toronto world premiere of her dark comedy Nightbitch just two days away, Amy Adams has closed a deal to produce and star in Lazy Susans, a new comedy coming together at 20th Century Studios.
Oscar nominees Annie Mumolo (Bridesmaids) and Stan Chervin (Moneyball) have been tapped to script the film about a group of moms who form a rock band. Pic is inspired by the story of The Lazy Susans, a real group out of Boston, who assembled amid the Covid pandemic. Set to produce for Teg+, Vivek J. Tiwary and Jack Leslie got the ball rolling on the project when they optioned the Boston Magazine article “For Those Moms About to Rock.” Adams and Stacy O’Neil will also produce through their Bond Group Entertainment banner. A director is not yet attached.
A six-time Oscar nominee, Adams will next be seen in the aforementioned Nightbitch, Marielle Heller...
Oscar nominees Annie Mumolo (Bridesmaids) and Stan Chervin (Moneyball) have been tapped to script the film about a group of moms who form a rock band. Pic is inspired by the story of The Lazy Susans, a real group out of Boston, who assembled amid the Covid pandemic. Set to produce for Teg+, Vivek J. Tiwary and Jack Leslie got the ball rolling on the project when they optioned the Boston Magazine article “For Those Moms About to Rock.” Adams and Stacy O’Neil will also produce through their Bond Group Entertainment banner. A director is not yet attached.
A six-time Oscar nominee, Adams will next be seen in the aforementioned Nightbitch, Marielle Heller...
- 9/5/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez star in Hulu’s original crime comedy series Only Murders in the Building, and with that cast, it is almost impossible that you get a bad show, because Only Murders in the Building is one of the most well-received Hulu series of recent times. Created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman, the Hulu series follows three eccentric strangers who team up to investigate a mysterious murder in their apartment building while discussing their findings over a true-crime podcast. Only Murders in the Building is like one of those old comedy detective crime series that was televised for the masses, but with a new twist and even more twisted humor, So here are the best 13 shows like Only Murders in the Building to watch while waiting for new episodes.
Bodkin (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
Bodkin is a dark comedy mystery thriller series created by Jez Scharf.
Bodkin (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
Bodkin is a dark comedy mystery thriller series created by Jez Scharf.
- 8/26/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Here’s a project we have no reservations about. A24 is rumored to be in talks to acquire the rights to “Tony,” a biopic about the life of celebrity chef and documentarian Anthony Bourdain, multiple sources have confirmed to IndieWire.
Dominic Sessa, the breakout star of last year’s “The Holdovers” from Alexander Payne, is also in talks to star as Bourdain in the film. Matt Johnson, who directed “Blackberry,” is in talks to direct the film based on a screenplay by Todd Bartels and Lou Howe.
Sources say that no deals are in place just yet. A24 had no comment.
Plot details are being kept under wraps, and it’s unclear if the film is based on any particular moment of his life or any specific source material.
Trevor White and Tim White on behalf of their Star Thrower Entertainment are producing “Tony.” The duo is known for “The Post” and “King Richard,...
Dominic Sessa, the breakout star of last year’s “The Holdovers” from Alexander Payne, is also in talks to star as Bourdain in the film. Matt Johnson, who directed “Blackberry,” is in talks to direct the film based on a screenplay by Todd Bartels and Lou Howe.
Sources say that no deals are in place just yet. A24 had no comment.
Plot details are being kept under wraps, and it’s unclear if the film is based on any particular moment of his life or any specific source material.
Trevor White and Tim White on behalf of their Star Thrower Entertainment are producing “Tony.” The duo is known for “The Post” and “King Richard,...
- 8/13/2024
- by Brian Welk
- Indiewire
Anthony Bourdain is getting the biopic treatment.
“The Holdovers” breakout Dominic Sessa is in talks to portray the celebrity chef and travel documentarian in “Tony,” a film from production company Star Thrower Entertainment. A24 are said to be in talks with “BlackBerry” director and co-writer Matt Johnson to helm the project.
The film’s script is written by Lou Howe and Todd Bartels. A24 is in talks to produce with Trevor White and Tim White under their Star Thrower banner, along with Johnson and Matthew Miller. Emily Rose will executive produce.
Sessa, who was named one of Variety‘s 10 Actors to Watch in 2023, is next set to appear in “Now You See Me 3” alongside fellow franchise newcomers Ariana Greenblatt and Justice Smith. Other upcoming projects include Michael Showalter’s Christmas comedy “Oh. What. Fun.” and the Rose Byrne-starrer “Tow.”
It’s not yet clear what period of Bourdain...
“The Holdovers” breakout Dominic Sessa is in talks to portray the celebrity chef and travel documentarian in “Tony,” a film from production company Star Thrower Entertainment. A24 are said to be in talks with “BlackBerry” director and co-writer Matt Johnson to helm the project.
The film’s script is written by Lou Howe and Todd Bartels. A24 is in talks to produce with Trevor White and Tim White under their Star Thrower banner, along with Johnson and Matthew Miller. Emily Rose will executive produce.
Sessa, who was named one of Variety‘s 10 Actors to Watch in 2023, is next set to appear in “Now You See Me 3” alongside fellow franchise newcomers Ariana Greenblatt and Justice Smith. Other upcoming projects include Michael Showalter’s Christmas comedy “Oh. What. Fun.” and the Rose Byrne-starrer “Tow.”
It’s not yet clear what period of Bourdain...
- 8/12/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Actress Maude Apatow (Euphoria) has signed with WME for representation in all areas.
Apatow is making the agency change as she is embarking on a new stage of her career, having recently launched with creative partner Olivia Rosenbloom Jewelbox Pictures, a film and television production company, which has three films in development.
They include Poetic License, written by Raffi Donatich, which would mark Maude Apatow’s feature directorial debut; How to Murder Your Life, written by Cat Marnell, who is also attached to executive produce; and Female Friendship, written and to be directed by Emily Rappaport with an eye toward Apatow starring. Michael P. Cohen and Lena Dunham’s Good Thing Going is also aboard to produce the last one in a reunion of the Girls co-stars.
According to sources, Apatow left UTA, where she had been for years, last week. She has a parent at each of the...
Apatow is making the agency change as she is embarking on a new stage of her career, having recently launched with creative partner Olivia Rosenbloom Jewelbox Pictures, a film and television production company, which has three films in development.
They include Poetic License, written by Raffi Donatich, which would mark Maude Apatow’s feature directorial debut; How to Murder Your Life, written by Cat Marnell, who is also attached to executive produce; and Female Friendship, written and to be directed by Emily Rappaport with an eye toward Apatow starring. Michael P. Cohen and Lena Dunham’s Good Thing Going is also aboard to produce the last one in a reunion of the Girls co-stars.
According to sources, Apatow left UTA, where she had been for years, last week. She has a parent at each of the...
- 8/1/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Name a most recent film or show and Nicholas Galitzine is probably in it. The young British actor has been booking projects left and right and it is just the beginning of what will likely be a long brilliant and successful career. Early life Nicholas Galitzine is a British artist known for his work as an actor and singer. The 29-year-old began his acting career with roles in indie films and then quickly gained recognition for his talent. Galitzine was exposed to different cultures growing up, with his Greek-American mother and his British father. Born and raised in a supportive family environment in London, England, there was nothing that could have stopped Galitzine. He attended Dulwich College in London, where he had to balance academics with his interest in both sports and the arts. Even though his main focus at the beginning was rugby and athletics, he quickly began falling in love with acting,...
- 7/23/2024
- by Julia Maia
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
The Eyes Of Tammy Faye The Eyes Of Tammy Faye, 9pm, Film4, Monday, July 15
Jessica Chastain takes centrestage in this biopic, which was a long-time passion project for the star and is based on the cult documentary of the same name. She plays televangelist Tammy Faye, who rose to fame with her husband Jim Bakker (Andrew Garfield), after the pair met at bible college. Michael Showalter directs with a deliberately kitsch air that emphasises the fakeness which shrouded the pair's ascent, as they gathered pots of cash from their true believers along the way. Tammy was a natural performer and the film zeroes in on this suggesting that even she might not have truly known where make-believe ended and reality began. That she was also part of a fiction that she may well have been unaware of gives the film a melancholic note. While the biopic structure is a bit inflexible,...
Jessica Chastain takes centrestage in this biopic, which was a long-time passion project for the star and is based on the cult documentary of the same name. She plays televangelist Tammy Faye, who rose to fame with her husband Jim Bakker (Andrew Garfield), after the pair met at bible college. Michael Showalter directs with a deliberately kitsch air that emphasises the fakeness which shrouded the pair's ascent, as they gathered pots of cash from their true believers along the way. Tammy was a natural performer and the film zeroes in on this suggesting that even she might not have truly known where make-believe ended and reality began. That she was also part of a fiction that she may well have been unaware of gives the film a melancholic note. While the biopic structure is a bit inflexible,...
- 7/15/2024
- by Amber Wilkinson
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
Note: This is not a ranking but rather a collection of 2024’s best movies so far.
10. Civil War — War Action
If you’ve ever wondered what may happen to our country if the divide worsens,
Alex Garland’s got you covered. Civil War revolves around exactly what you’ve already deduced from the title, following a group of army journalists on their journey across dystopian America as they try to reach the White House before the rebels.
9. Immaculate — Horror
For those of you starving for either good ol’ horrors or more Sydney Sweeney content, Michael Mohan released Immaculate. This movie is a story of a devout woman of faith who settles down in a seemingly peaceful new convent… Only to soon discover that its dark secrets leave no place for the faithful in a square mile.
8. Kinds of Kindness — Dramedy
Yorgos Lanthimos went all out in Kinds of Kindness, making...
10. Civil War — War Action
If you’ve ever wondered what may happen to our country if the divide worsens,
Alex Garland’s got you covered. Civil War revolves around exactly what you’ve already deduced from the title, following a group of army journalists on their journey across dystopian America as they try to reach the White House before the rebels.
9. Immaculate — Horror
For those of you starving for either good ol’ horrors or more Sydney Sweeney content, Michael Mohan released Immaculate. This movie is a story of a devout woman of faith who settles down in a seemingly peaceful new convent… Only to soon discover that its dark secrets leave no place for the faithful in a square mile.
8. Kinds of Kindness — Dramedy
Yorgos Lanthimos went all out in Kinds of Kindness, making...
- 7/3/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
A Family Affair is Netflix’s latest rom-com directed by Richard Lagravenese from a screenplay by Carrie Solomon. The Netflix film follows the story of Zara, a young woman with aspirations of becoming a film producer, but currently, she works as an assistant for a self-obsessed and childish movie star, Chris Cole. While Zara hates her job and boss, she still tolerates them, but things get worse when she finds out that her mother and boss are romantically involved. A Family Affair has an amazing cast, including Zac Efron, Nicole Kidman, Joey King, and Kathy Bates. So, if you loved the romance, banter, and hijinks of A Family Affair, here are some similar romcoms you could watch next.
The Idea of You (Prime Video) Credit – Prime Video
The Idea of You is a romantic comedy film directed by Michael Showalter from a screenplay co-written by Showalter and Jennifer Westfeldt. Based...
The Idea of You (Prime Video) Credit – Prime Video
The Idea of You is a romantic comedy film directed by Michael Showalter from a screenplay co-written by Showalter and Jennifer Westfeldt. Based...
- 6/28/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Exclusive: Artists First has signed comedian and actress London Hughes for representation, Deadline has learned.
In 2019, Hughes became the first British Black woman to be nominated for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s Best Show Award for To Catch a D*ck, which was released on Netflix as her debut comedy special in December 2020.
Exec produced by Kevin Hart, To Catch a D*ck recounts Hughes’ adventures in dating. A film spin-off, Jezebels, is currently being developed with Hartbeat Productions and Semi-Formal. Hot Mess, her second film in development, is being produced with Will Packer Productions.
Currently, Hughes is also in development with Netflix on her first original TV project, Good Sense of Humor, which she will write, star in and produce alongside Clerkenwell and Hartbeat Productions. She released her first book, Living My Best Life Hun, in the fall of 2023 and will soon begin touring her next stand-up show, To Catch a Bouquet.
In 2019, Hughes became the first British Black woman to be nominated for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s Best Show Award for To Catch a D*ck, which was released on Netflix as her debut comedy special in December 2020.
Exec produced by Kevin Hart, To Catch a D*ck recounts Hughes’ adventures in dating. A film spin-off, Jezebels, is currently being developed with Hartbeat Productions and Semi-Formal. Hot Mess, her second film in development, is being produced with Will Packer Productions.
Currently, Hughes is also in development with Netflix on her first original TV project, Good Sense of Humor, which she will write, star in and produce alongside Clerkenwell and Hartbeat Productions. She released her first book, Living My Best Life Hun, in the fall of 2023 and will soon begin touring her next stand-up show, To Catch a Bouquet.
- 6/11/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Following the huge success of his Prime Video rom-coms The Idea of You and Red, White & Royal Blue, Nicholas Galitzine is staying in business with Amazon MGM, as he’s been tapped to star as He-Man in the live-action Masters of the Universe flick from the studio and Mattel Films.
While long-awaited, details as to the film’s plot are under wraps. Based on the iconic franchise from Mattel, it’ll be directed by Travis Knight, who is working from a script by Chris Butler. David Callaham, Aaron Nee and Adam Nee worked on an earlier draft.
Masters of the Universe will be produced by Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch, as well as Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner. Previously in development at Sony and Netflix, the film will be released exclusively in theaters worldwide on June 5, 2026.
Centering on the battle between the heroic He-Man (aka Prince Adam...
While long-awaited, details as to the film’s plot are under wraps. Based on the iconic franchise from Mattel, it’ll be directed by Travis Knight, who is working from a script by Chris Butler. David Callaham, Aaron Nee and Adam Nee worked on an earlier draft.
Masters of the Universe will be produced by Escape Artists’ Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch, as well as Mattel Films’ Robbie Brenner. Previously in development at Sony and Netflix, the film will be released exclusively in theaters worldwide on June 5, 2026.
Centering on the battle between the heroic He-Man (aka Prince Adam...
- 5/29/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Amazon MGM Studios has rounded out the cast of Oh. What. Fun., its all-star holiday comedy being directed by Michael Showalter, who is coming off the record-breaking success of the streamer’s romantic drama The Idea of You.
Jason Schwartzman, Eva Longoria, Joan Chen, Devery Jacobs, Havana Rose Liu and Maude Apatow have been added to the call sheet while Danielle Brooks has signed on for a cameo in the feature, which is currently shooting in Atlanta.
Michelle Pfeiffer is leading the ensemble that already include Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, Denis Leary and The Holdovers breakout Dominic Sessa.
Described as both a love letter to moms and tonally a cross between Home for the Holidays and Planes, Trains and Automobiles, the story centers on a woman named Claire Clauster (Pfeiffer) who organizes a special Christmas outing, but her family forgets her in the shuffle. By the time they realize their mistake,...
Jason Schwartzman, Eva Longoria, Joan Chen, Devery Jacobs, Havana Rose Liu and Maude Apatow have been added to the call sheet while Danielle Brooks has signed on for a cameo in the feature, which is currently shooting in Atlanta.
Michelle Pfeiffer is leading the ensemble that already include Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, Denis Leary and The Holdovers breakout Dominic Sessa.
Described as both a love letter to moms and tonally a cross between Home for the Holidays and Planes, Trains and Automobiles, the story centers on a woman named Claire Clauster (Pfeiffer) who organizes a special Christmas outing, but her family forgets her in the shuffle. By the time they realize their mistake,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Amazon MGM Studios has acquired worldwide rights to the action comedy Brothers from Legendary Pictures, Deadline has confirmed. Directed by Palm Springs‘ Max Barbakow and starring Josh Brolin and Peter Dinklage, the film will open in select theaters starting October 11, becoming available to stream on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on October 17.
Written by Macon Blair, from a story by Etan Cohen, Brothers tells the story of a reformed criminal (Brolin) whose attempt at going straight is derailed when he reunites with his sanity-testing twin brother (Dinklage) on a road trip for the score of a lifetime. Dodging bullets, the law, and an overbearing mother along the way, they must heal their severed family bond before they end up killing each other.
Pic’s cast also includes Brendan Fraser, Glenn Close, Taylour Paige, the late M. Emmet Walsh, and Jennifer Landon. Andrew Lazar produced for Mad Chance,...
Written by Macon Blair, from a story by Etan Cohen, Brothers tells the story of a reformed criminal (Brolin) whose attempt at going straight is derailed when he reunites with his sanity-testing twin brother (Dinklage) on a road trip for the score of a lifetime. Dodging bullets, the law, and an overbearing mother along the way, they must heal their severed family bond before they end up killing each other.
Pic’s cast also includes Brendan Fraser, Glenn Close, Taylour Paige, the late M. Emmet Walsh, and Jennifer Landon. Andrew Lazar produced for Mad Chance,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Today, Paramount+ announced that Academy Award winner Holly Hunter will star in the upcoming original series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy as the captain and chancellor of Starfleet Academy.
The series will follow the adventures of a new class of Starfleet cadets as they come of age in one of the galaxy’s most legendary places. Produced by CBS Studios, it will begin production later this summer.
“It feels like we’ve spent our entire lives watching Holly Hunter be a stone-cold genius,” said co-showrunners Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau. “To have her extraordinary authenticity, fearlessness, sense of humor, and across-the-board brilliance leading the charge on Starfleet Academy is a gift to all of us and to the enduring legacy of Star Trek.”
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy introduces viewers to a young group of cadets who come together to pursue a common dream of hope and optimism. Under the watchful and demanding eyes of their instructors,...
The series will follow the adventures of a new class of Starfleet cadets as they come of age in one of the galaxy’s most legendary places. Produced by CBS Studios, it will begin production later this summer.
“It feels like we’ve spent our entire lives watching Holly Hunter be a stone-cold genius,” said co-showrunners Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau. “To have her extraordinary authenticity, fearlessness, sense of humor, and across-the-board brilliance leading the charge on Starfleet Academy is a gift to all of us and to the enduring legacy of Star Trek.”
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy introduces viewers to a young group of cadets who come together to pursue a common dream of hope and optimism. Under the watchful and demanding eyes of their instructors,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Oscar-winning producer Cathy Schulman knows her way around a theatrical release. From “Crash” to “The Woman King,” the long-time Hollywood heavy-hitter has wide-ranging taste that’s earned her both a Best Picture win and millions of box office bucks. But as the theatrical landscape shifts — heck, as the entire entertainment industry shifts — Schulman is staying nimble. These days, that means something that would have sounded crazy a decade ago: a massive hit that goes straight to streaming.
That’s the case with Schulman’s latest, the Michael Showalter-directed Amazon MGM Studios smash “The Idea of You,” a sexy rom-com-dram based on Robinne Lee’s bestselling novel and starring Anne Hathaway and rising star Nicholas Galitzine. In just two weeks on Prime Video, the film has smashed up all sorts of streaming records, handily proving that people do want to watch at home, they will turn out for a streaming-only release,...
That’s the case with Schulman’s latest, the Michael Showalter-directed Amazon MGM Studios smash “The Idea of You,” a sexy rom-com-dram based on Robinne Lee’s bestselling novel and starring Anne Hathaway and rising star Nicholas Galitzine. In just two weeks on Prime Video, the film has smashed up all sorts of streaming records, handily proving that people do want to watch at home, they will turn out for a streaming-only release,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Kate Erbland
- Indiewire
Maybe it’s the way Nicholas Galitzine walked straight into our hearts and stole it — through the doors and past the guards, just like he already owned it. Or maybe it’s just August Moon, the fictional boy band the actor fronted for Prime Video’s The Idea of You, channeling the spirit of One Direction in the music video for their song “Guard Down.”
Helmed by the film’s directed Michael Showalter, the “Guard Down” video evoked flashbacks to the 2013 release of One Direction’s “Best Song Ever” video — that is to say,...
Helmed by the film’s directed Michael Showalter, the “Guard Down” video evoked flashbacks to the 2013 release of One Direction’s “Best Song Ever” video — that is to say,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Exclusive: Radhika Apte (Sister Midnight), Naveen Andrews (The Dropout) and Ken Leung (Avatar: The Last Airbender) have signed on to star opposite the previously announced Sky Yang in Last Days, the next film from the Fast & Furious franchise’s Justin Lin.
Based on the Outside Magazine article The Last Days of John Allen Chau by journalist Alex Perry, this is the story of John Allen Chau, who believes he has been chosen to save the souls of the uncontacted tribe of North Sentinel Island. Designated as a protected site by the Indian government, John sets on a harrowing journey to proselytize the Sentinelese in his desperate search for identity, purpose, and belonging.
Written by Ben Ripley (Source Code), and marking Lin’s return to his indie roots, the film has just kicked off production in Thailand. In addition to directing, Lin is producing through his Perfect Storm Entertainment, overseen...
Based on the Outside Magazine article The Last Days of John Allen Chau by journalist Alex Perry, this is the story of John Allen Chau, who believes he has been chosen to save the souls of the uncontacted tribe of North Sentinel Island. Designated as a protected site by the Indian government, John sets on a harrowing journey to proselytize the Sentinelese in his desperate search for identity, purpose, and belonging.
Written by Ben Ripley (Source Code), and marking Lin’s return to his indie roots, the film has just kicked off production in Thailand. In addition to directing, Lin is producing through his Perfect Storm Entertainment, overseen...
- 5/15/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Michael Showalter’s The Idea of You, starring Nicholas Galitzine and Anne Hathaway, is on track to command Amazon MGM Studios’ biggest ever debut for a rom-com with nearly 50 million viewers globally in its first two weeks on Prime Video.
Amazon declined to comment on the metric used to arrive at this number. But Mike Hopkins, Worldwide Head of Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios, made the announcement on stage during the studio’s inaugural Upfronts presentation on Tuesday.
“The extraordinary reception of The Idea of You has been thrilling—even leading up to the release, with its record-breaking trailer views to its chart-topping soundtrack,” said Julie Rapaport, Head of Film, Production and Development at Amazon MGM Studios. “And now, audiences have truly fallen for this film, and we could not be prouder of our stars Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine, the brilliant vision of Michael Showalter, and the rest of...
Amazon declined to comment on the metric used to arrive at this number. But Mike Hopkins, Worldwide Head of Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios, made the announcement on stage during the studio’s inaugural Upfronts presentation on Tuesday.
“The extraordinary reception of The Idea of You has been thrilling—even leading up to the release, with its record-breaking trailer views to its chart-topping soundtrack,” said Julie Rapaport, Head of Film, Production and Development at Amazon MGM Studios. “And now, audiences have truly fallen for this film, and we could not be prouder of our stars Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine, the brilliant vision of Michael Showalter, and the rest of...
- 5/14/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine’s age-gap romantic adventure “The Idea of You” attracted nearly 50 million worldwide viewers in its first two weeks on Prime Video, becoming Amazon MGM’s No. 1 romantic-comedy debut of all time, according to the studio.
As Amazon did not detail exactly what counts as a “view,” it should be noted that streaming viewership numbers self-reported by platforms still come with many caveats. Some brands solely report total minutes or hours watched, while others divide that total by each projects runtime to arrive at an estimated number of views. Streamers almost never disclose the exact number of viewers who watched the entirety of their titles, and as Amazon did not define their metric regarding “The Idea of You,” it is possible that a significant portion of the 50 million reporter viewers only watched a short piece of the movie.
“The Idea of You,” which premiered at SXSW...
As Amazon did not detail exactly what counts as a “view,” it should be noted that streaming viewership numbers self-reported by platforms still come with many caveats. Some brands solely report total minutes or hours watched, while others divide that total by each projects runtime to arrive at an estimated number of views. Streamers almost never disclose the exact number of viewers who watched the entirety of their titles, and as Amazon did not define their metric regarding “The Idea of You,” it is possible that a significant portion of the 50 million reporter viewers only watched a short piece of the movie.
“The Idea of You,” which premiered at SXSW...
- 5/14/2024
- by Ethan Shanfeld
- Variety Film + TV
Back in 2017, Robinne Lee dropped by a local L.A. news station for an interview promoting her role in “Fifty Shades Darker,” the second film in the steamy series based on books by E.L. James.
“You’re venturing out a little bit now with a new novel…” the Kcal anchor said to Lee, whose filmography already included “Deliver Us From Eva,” “Hitch” and “13 Going on 30,” teeing the actor up to mention her career pivot. “I have a novel coming out this spring called ‘The Idea of You,’” Lee replied, grinning.
The premise was unique: A divorced mother and art gallery owner, living in L.A. on the precipice of turning 40, takes her daughter to a concert meet-and-greet and the 20-year-old lead singer of the band falls in love with her. The story, Lee explained, was “as much about a love story complicated by celebrity and the underbelly of...
“You’re venturing out a little bit now with a new novel…” the Kcal anchor said to Lee, whose filmography already included “Deliver Us From Eva,” “Hitch” and “13 Going on 30,” teeing the actor up to mention her career pivot. “I have a novel coming out this spring called ‘The Idea of You,’” Lee replied, grinning.
The premise was unique: A divorced mother and art gallery owner, living in L.A. on the precipice of turning 40, takes her daughter to a concert meet-and-greet and the 20-year-old lead singer of the band falls in love with her. The story, Lee explained, was “as much about a love story complicated by celebrity and the underbelly of...
- 5/12/2024
- by Angelique Jackson and Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
The biggest rising star of the moment, Nicholas Galitzine is everyone’s favorite, including his famous colleagues. Having recently starred in Starz’s unhinged historical drama show Mary & George alongside Julianne Moore, Galitzine never moved back to the shadows jumping straight to his other big release this year, Michael Showalter’s romcom The Idea of You with Anne Hathaway in the leading role.
While still promoting Prime Video’s new hit, the actor revealed he’d received a very peculiar gift from Hathaway after they struggled filming some specific scenes.
In his recent interview to British GQ, Galitzine said both he and Anne Hathaway had some trouble while filming their kissing scenes. According to the actor, they were so tense that their “intimacy coordinator would come in and give us a Listerine strip” so that both actors would feel more confident fresh mint breath.
Galitzine continued clarifying that they...
While still promoting Prime Video’s new hit, the actor revealed he’d received a very peculiar gift from Hathaway after they struggled filming some specific scenes.
In his recent interview to British GQ, Galitzine said both he and Anne Hathaway had some trouble while filming their kissing scenes. According to the actor, they were so tense that their “intimacy coordinator would come in and give us a Listerine strip” so that both actors would feel more confident fresh mint breath.
Galitzine continued clarifying that they...
- 5/9/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
Bodkin is a dark comedy crime-drama series created by Jez Scharf. The Netflix series is set in the fictional town of Bodkin in Ireland. It follows the story of an American podcaster Gilbert, a London-based investigative journalist Dove, and a researcher Emmy as they investigate a decades-old disappearance of three young people on the night of the Samhain festival. Bodkin stars Will Forte, Siobhán Cullen, and Robyn Cara in the lead roles with David Wilmot, Chris Walley, Seán Óg, Peter Bankole, and Kerri McLean starring in supporting roles. If you loved the dark humor and thrills of a murder investigation in Bodkin here are some similar shows you could watch next.
Only Murders in the Building (Hulu) Credit – Hulu
Only Murders in the Building is a murder mystery comedy-drama series created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman. The Hulu series follows a trio of strangers who share the love of...
Only Murders in the Building (Hulu) Credit – Hulu
Only Murders in the Building is a murder mystery comedy-drama series created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman. The Hulu series follows a trio of strangers who share the love of...
- 5/9/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Middle-aged women don’t have a lot of fun in movies. If we are depicted onscreen, we are often shown as harried, hypercompetent mothers and wives. We are tragically divorcing or exhaustedly raising our children. Sometimes we do some (alleged) murder. Other times we walk into the sea.
But the horny, stylish romps onscreen are usually reserved for the younger, less encumbered women — women who are more tabula rasa than palimpsest. And I understand. I am a 40-year-old woman in America. It’s hard to have fun in life, much less in a movie.
But the horny, stylish romps onscreen are usually reserved for the younger, less encumbered women — women who are more tabula rasa than palimpsest. And I understand. I am a 40-year-old woman in America. It’s hard to have fun in life, much less in a movie.
- 5/7/2024
- by Lyz Lenz
- Rollingstone.com
North.Five.Six has come on to handle international sales of “Dutch & Razzlekahn” and will introduce the project to buyers at Cannes later this month. CAA Media Finance will represent domestic rights.
BAFTA-nominated Jon S. Baird will direct from a screenplay by Logan Miller and Noah Miller. Chloë Grace Moretz, Lewis Pullman and Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose will star.
Andrew Lazar’s Mad Chance Productions is producing, with Michael Rothstein and Samuel Hall from North.Five.Six executive producing. Production is scheduled to begin this summer.
Based on the 2022 Business Insider article “The $4.5 Billion Question” by Rob Price and Becky Peterson, “Dutch & Razzlekahn” tells the true story of the most expensive heist in history, with Heather “Razzlekhan” Morgan (Moretz) and Ilya “Dutch” Lichtenstein (Pullman), relentlessly pursued by the FBI and blackmailed master hacker Carla Vargas (DeBose).
DeBose, who won an Oscar for her role as Anita in “West Side Story,” is...
BAFTA-nominated Jon S. Baird will direct from a screenplay by Logan Miller and Noah Miller. Chloë Grace Moretz, Lewis Pullman and Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose will star.
Andrew Lazar’s Mad Chance Productions is producing, with Michael Rothstein and Samuel Hall from North.Five.Six executive producing. Production is scheduled to begin this summer.
Based on the 2022 Business Insider article “The $4.5 Billion Question” by Rob Price and Becky Peterson, “Dutch & Razzlekahn” tells the true story of the most expensive heist in history, with Heather “Razzlekhan” Morgan (Moretz) and Ilya “Dutch” Lichtenstein (Pullman), relentlessly pursued by the FBI and blackmailed master hacker Carla Vargas (DeBose).
DeBose, who won an Oscar for her role as Anita in “West Side Story,” is...
- 5/6/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
There’s no shortage of things to watch this month at Prime Video and Freevee! The Amazon streamers head into May with a collective hundred-plus new titles, channels, and sports streams available to watch throughout the month, from the new Anne Hathaway-starred rom-com “The Idea of You” to Thursday night 2024 WNBA regular season games after the season opener on Tuesday, May 14.
Ready to watch? Check out The Streamable’s top-to-watch picks this month, and find out everything coming to Prime Video and Freevee in May!
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Michael Showalter and Jennifer Westfeldt adapt Robinne Lee’s sexy, funny, and contemporary love story with Anne Hathaway playing Solène, a 40-year-old single mom who begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the lead singer...
Ready to watch? Check out The Streamable’s top-to-watch picks this month, and find out everything coming to Prime Video and Freevee in May!
30-Day Free Trial $8.99+ / month amazon.com What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Coming to Prime Video and Freevee in May 2024? “The Idea of You” | Thursday, May 2
Michael Showalter and Jennifer Westfeldt adapt Robinne Lee’s sexy, funny, and contemporary love story with Anne Hathaway playing Solène, a 40-year-old single mom who begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the lead singer...
- 5/6/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
[Editor’s note: The following story contains spoilers for “The Idea of You.”]
Don’t you hate it when Hollywood changes the ending to your favorite book when adapting it into a film? The process is sacrilege to some readers, but it can often lead to films improving upon their source material. The latest bestseller to see its ending changed is “The Idea of You” — and a recent piece by IndieWire’s Erin Strecker endorses the changes screenwriters Michael Showalter and Jennifer Westfeldt made in adapting Robinne Lee’s 2017 novel.
However, it turns out these changes, well regarded as they are by some, did not receive input from Lee herself. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, the author said she “was not involved at all in the adaptation.”
“I have not even spoken to [director] Michael [Showalter] yet,” Lee said. “But I’m looking forward to meeting him, so no, I haven’t spoken to him about any changes. My...
Don’t you hate it when Hollywood changes the ending to your favorite book when adapting it into a film? The process is sacrilege to some readers, but it can often lead to films improving upon their source material. The latest bestseller to see its ending changed is “The Idea of You” — and a recent piece by IndieWire’s Erin Strecker endorses the changes screenwriters Michael Showalter and Jennifer Westfeldt made in adapting Robinne Lee’s 2017 novel.
However, it turns out these changes, well regarded as they are by some, did not receive input from Lee herself. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, the author said she “was not involved at all in the adaptation.”
“I have not even spoken to [director] Michael [Showalter] yet,” Lee said. “But I’m looking forward to meeting him, so no, I haven’t spoken to him about any changes. My...
- 5/5/2024
- by Harrison Richlin
- Indiewire
Robinne Lee, the author of The Idea of You, regrets initially stating that the story was inspired by Harry Styles.
In a new interview, Lee explains why the fictional British boy band member, Hayes Campbell, was not just inspired by the former One Direction member after many have compared it to writing fan fiction.
“I don’t consider it fan fiction at all,” Lee said in an interview with EW. “Harry was one of multiple people who went into creating Hayes Campbell — he was the only one in a British boy band that was current at the time, I guess, and so that’s what people have latched onto. It’s unfortunate because it’s being used as clickbait, and when I’m writing for Hayes, I’m not picturing Harry Styles.”
Lee said that the fictional character, played by Nicholas Galitzine in the Prime Video film, us a combination of many real-life people.
In a new interview, Lee explains why the fictional British boy band member, Hayes Campbell, was not just inspired by the former One Direction member after many have compared it to writing fan fiction.
“I don’t consider it fan fiction at all,” Lee said in an interview with EW. “Harry was one of multiple people who went into creating Hayes Campbell — he was the only one in a British boy band that was current at the time, I guess, and so that’s what people have latched onto. It’s unfortunate because it’s being used as clickbait, and when I’m writing for Hayes, I’m not picturing Harry Styles.”
Lee said that the fictional character, played by Nicholas Galitzine in the Prime Video film, us a combination of many real-life people.
- 5/5/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
The chemistry between Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine in The Idea of You is truly rare. The pair found something exceptionally unique through the process of filming the project; companionship. They found a friendship and understanding that few co-stars have encountered throughout their career and this is reflected in the interviews they give.
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine in The Idea of You [Credit: Amazon MGM Studios]One of the most recent examples is when the actress was talking about filming the last scene of the movie. It would seem that this day of shooting was particularly difficult for her. However, she was able to get through it thanks to Galitzine.
The Last Day on Set Became a Nightmare for Anne Hathaway
Recently, Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine gave an interview with Entertainment Weekly, where they went into great detail about the filming process of The Idea of You. The actress specifically talked about...
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine in The Idea of You [Credit: Amazon MGM Studios]One of the most recent examples is when the actress was talking about filming the last scene of the movie. It would seem that this day of shooting was particularly difficult for her. However, she was able to get through it thanks to Galitzine.
The Last Day on Set Became a Nightmare for Anne Hathaway
Recently, Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine gave an interview with Entertainment Weekly, where they went into great detail about the filming process of The Idea of You. The actress specifically talked about...
- 5/4/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
The Idea of You has been the talk of the town ever since its trailer was released. This is not surprising considering its unique premise and the dedicated fans of the book. Despite its mixed reactions, the film has managed to do excellently, receiving gleaming reviews from critics as well as fans. With the way it has been perceived, it is only natural for the book to gather attention as well.
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galatzine in The Idea of You
The movie strayed away from the source material quite a bit. Not only was the entire ending of the story changed, but Anne Hathaway’s character, Solène, was also fundamentally different. One would assume it would get a lot of hate from fans because of this. However, such was not the case.
It would seem that the intention behind the changes has led to a more supportive reaction from fans.
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galatzine in The Idea of You
The movie strayed away from the source material quite a bit. Not only was the entire ending of the story changed, but Anne Hathaway’s character, Solène, was also fundamentally different. One would assume it would get a lot of hate from fans because of this. However, such was not the case.
It would seem that the intention behind the changes has led to a more supportive reaction from fans.
- 5/4/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
“The Idea of You” is like Taylor Swift’s “Illicit Affairs.”
Several TV shows and films have featured forbidden romance, but this film included a May-December romance and character exploration uniquely.
Varied audiences will appreciate the stellar performances of Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine.
Adapted from Robinne Lee’s novel of the same name, the film follows Solène (Anne Hathaway), a divorced single mom who is turning 40 and seeking direction in her life.
The film’s heart is about her self-reflection and unlikely romance with the 24-year-old lead singer of August Moon, Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine).
Solène had hoped for a weekend alone but got roped into taking her teenage daughter Izzy (Ella Rubin) and her friends to Coachella when her ex-husband, Daniel, bailed on taking them.
In an adorable meet-cute, Solène accidentally ended up in Hayes’ trailer, thinking it was the VIP restroom, and immediately formed a connection with the hunky Brit,...
Several TV shows and films have featured forbidden romance, but this film included a May-December romance and character exploration uniquely.
Varied audiences will appreciate the stellar performances of Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine.
Adapted from Robinne Lee’s novel of the same name, the film follows Solène (Anne Hathaway), a divorced single mom who is turning 40 and seeking direction in her life.
The film’s heart is about her self-reflection and unlikely romance with the 24-year-old lead singer of August Moon, Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine).
Solène had hoped for a weekend alone but got roped into taking her teenage daughter Izzy (Ella Rubin) and her friends to Coachella when her ex-husband, Daniel, bailed on taking them.
In an adorable meet-cute, Solène accidentally ended up in Hayes’ trailer, thinking it was the VIP restroom, and immediately formed a connection with the hunky Brit,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Laura Nowak
- TVfanatic
Spoiler warning for those that haven’t read or watched The Idea of You.
Anne Hathaway’s rom-com, The Idea of You, co-starring Nicholas Galatzine, has managed to impress fans of the genre. Hathaway’s pairing with Galatzine intrigued fans, in addition to the beloved reputation of its source novel by Robinne Lee. Fans are already raving about the film on social media.
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galatzine in The Idea of You
As expected in literary adaptations, the cinematic version takes various liberties and changes from the novel. But surprisingly, the film changed the sad ending of the book to an optimistic one. While Lee did not feel betrayed by the ending, she understood why the makers went for a more traditional Hollywood ending.
Robinne Lee Understands the Hollywood Algorithm Behind The Idea of You‘s Changed Ending Robinne Lee prefers her novel’s ending to the happy ending...
Anne Hathaway’s rom-com, The Idea of You, co-starring Nicholas Galatzine, has managed to impress fans of the genre. Hathaway’s pairing with Galatzine intrigued fans, in addition to the beloved reputation of its source novel by Robinne Lee. Fans are already raving about the film on social media.
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galatzine in The Idea of You
As expected in literary adaptations, the cinematic version takes various liberties and changes from the novel. But surprisingly, the film changed the sad ending of the book to an optimistic one. While Lee did not feel betrayed by the ending, she understood why the makers went for a more traditional Hollywood ending.
Robinne Lee Understands the Hollywood Algorithm Behind The Idea of You‘s Changed Ending Robinne Lee prefers her novel’s ending to the happy ending...
- 5/4/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
“The Fall Guy” is swinging into theaters this weekend, as are the indie masterpieces “I Saw the TV Glow” and “Evil Does Not Exist.” Fortunately, a handful of fun and intriguing titles are also hitting digital platforms, including a dynamic documentary about a rock ‘n’ roll linchpin.
The contender to watch this week: “Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg”
No, this isn’t a “Hunger Games” sequel. Anita Pallenberg was an actress, a New York It Girl, and a denizen of Andy Warhol’s Factory, but she is best known as an associate of the Rolling Stones. She dated founder Brian Jones and, later, guitarist Keith Richards, with whom she had three children. Some people have called her the band’s muse. Pallenberg’s life was not always as glamorous as it sounds, though, and directors Alexis Bloom and Svetlana Zill mine her highs and lows for a compelling...
The contender to watch this week: “Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg”
No, this isn’t a “Hunger Games” sequel. Anita Pallenberg was an actress, a New York It Girl, and a denizen of Andy Warhol’s Factory, but she is best known as an associate of the Rolling Stones. She dated founder Brian Jones and, later, guitarist Keith Richards, with whom she had three children. Some people have called her the band’s muse. Pallenberg’s life was not always as glamorous as it sounds, though, and directors Alexis Bloom and Svetlana Zill mine her highs and lows for a compelling...
- 5/4/2024
- by Matthew Jacobs
- Gold Derby
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for The Fall Guy, The Idea of You and Unfrosted.
AFI Life Achievement Award
The American Film Institute presented the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award to Nicole Kidman on Saturday in Hollywood, with Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, Morgan Freeman, Naomi Watts, Zoe Saldaña, Aaron Sorkin, Zac Efron, Miles Teller, Joey King, Mike Myers and Kidman’s husband Keith Urban all on hand to honor the star.
Miles Teller, Reese Witherspoon, Lee Daniels, Nicole Kidman, Meryl Streep and Zac Efron Michelle Pfeiffer and David E. Kelley
The Idea of You premiere
Anne Hathaway, Nicholas Galitzine, Reid Scott and Ella Rubin joined producer Gabrielle Union and director Michael Showalter at the New York premiere of their Prime Video rom-com on Monday.
Reid Scott, Ella Rubin, Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine Gabrielle...
AFI Life Achievement Award
The American Film Institute presented the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award to Nicole Kidman on Saturday in Hollywood, with Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, Morgan Freeman, Naomi Watts, Zoe Saldaña, Aaron Sorkin, Zac Efron, Miles Teller, Joey King, Mike Myers and Kidman’s husband Keith Urban all on hand to honor the star.
Miles Teller, Reese Witherspoon, Lee Daniels, Nicole Kidman, Meryl Streep and Zac Efron Michelle Pfeiffer and David E. Kelley
The Idea of You premiere
Anne Hathaway, Nicholas Galitzine, Reid Scott and Ella Rubin joined producer Gabrielle Union and director Michael Showalter at the New York premiere of their Prime Video rom-com on Monday.
Reid Scott, Ella Rubin, Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine Gabrielle...
- 5/3/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Fiona Apple is the go-to songwriter for exorcising your romantic demons, ruing the ones you loved, the ones who didn’t love you back, the ones you pushed away amid yet another freefall of your own design. She’s also the go-to singer for three studio comedy auteurs: Michael Showalter, Judd Apatow, and Paul Feig.
Apple’s songs have featured in three of their films — Apple wrote the original song “Dull Tool” for Apatow’s “This Is 40,” capturing a decades-long marriage at its breaking point. Elsewhere, her epic ball of romantic resignation “Cosmonauts,” off the 2020 album “Fetch the Bolt Cutters,” was also originally meant for that film. Meanwhile, her classic cabaret-inspired love song “Paper Bag,” about having too much emotional baggage to enter into a new relationship she wants “so bad, oh it kills,” featured in Feig’s “Bridesmaids” in a montage of Annie (Kristen Wiig) making cupcakes as...
Apple’s songs have featured in three of their films — Apple wrote the original song “Dull Tool” for Apatow’s “This Is 40,” capturing a decades-long marriage at its breaking point. Elsewhere, her epic ball of romantic resignation “Cosmonauts,” off the 2020 album “Fetch the Bolt Cutters,” was also originally meant for that film. Meanwhile, her classic cabaret-inspired love song “Paper Bag,” about having too much emotional baggage to enter into a new relationship she wants “so bad, oh it kills,” featured in Feig’s “Bridesmaids” in a montage of Annie (Kristen Wiig) making cupcakes as...
- 5/3/2024
- by Ryan Lattanzio
- Indiewire
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