Over the last century, the small but mighty island Republic of Malta has cemented itself as an appealing global destination for major film productions, with features such as Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator,” Robert Altaman’s “Popeye,” and Steven Spielberg’s “Munich” shooting there. Scott recently wrapped production on the long-awaited follow-up to his 2000 Roman epic, and the country is prepping for the upcoming shoot of the newest installment of the “Jurassic World” franchise.
Speaking with Variety, director and co-founder of Maltese service provider Valletta Pictures, Joshua Cassar Gaspar, said that the requests to film on the island have “come in like crazy” following the U.S. strikes in 2023. “It’s an incredibly busy time. The next two years will be huge for us.”
“The strikes didn’t affect us because the independent productions kept going, and many of us in Malta service TV shows, which were also unaffected,” Gaspar continued.
Speaking with Variety, director and co-founder of Maltese service provider Valletta Pictures, Joshua Cassar Gaspar, said that the requests to film on the island have “come in like crazy” following the U.S. strikes in 2023. “It’s an incredibly busy time. The next two years will be huge for us.”
“The strikes didn’t affect us because the independent productions kept going, and many of us in Malta service TV shows, which were also unaffected,” Gaspar continued.
- 5/20/2024
- by Rafa Sales Ross
- Variety Film + TV
There’s something strange about the franchise reboot of the big orange tabby in The Garfield Movie. For one, the story completely sidelines the relationship between Jon Arbuckle and Garfield. Another issue is that all the characters are cardboard cutouts, and you know virtually nothing about them besides how Garfield came into Jon’s possession.
Perhaps most importantly, the trademark apathetic nature of the main character is non-existent. It’s as if the studios bought the brand name and turned the character into a clone of any fish-out-of-water animation adventure. That’s what’s wrong with The Garfield Movie. What makes the character great is washed away for a run-of-the-mill animated family film that you’ve seen nine lives over.
It’s purr-fectly predictable from start to its stagnant finish.
Harvey Guillén and Chris Pratt voice Odie and Garfield in The Garfield Movie (2024) | Image via Sony Pictures Suggested“Understand that it’s pretty embarrassing.
Perhaps most importantly, the trademark apathetic nature of the main character is non-existent. It’s as if the studios bought the brand name and turned the character into a clone of any fish-out-of-water animation adventure. That’s what’s wrong with The Garfield Movie. What makes the character great is washed away for a run-of-the-mill animated family film that you’ve seen nine lives over.
It’s purr-fectly predictable from start to its stagnant finish.
Harvey Guillén and Chris Pratt voice Odie and Garfield in The Garfield Movie (2024) | Image via Sony Pictures Suggested“Understand that it’s pretty embarrassing.
- 5/20/2024
- by M.N. Miller
- FandomWire
Jonathan Bailey is an actor known worldwide for portraying the role of Anthony, Viscount Bridgerton in Bridgerton and the world hasn’t stopped loving him since. Portraying the iconic role, the actor is now a part of the upcoming film Jurassic World 4!
Jonathan Bailey in Bridgerton | Production: Shondaland
However, more on Jurassic World 4 later. Bailey is notoriously known for the hot and steamy s*x scenes in Bridgerton. With season 3 being recently released, a throwback to that time Bailey was asked about his “scenes” and in his hilarious way, the actor took the audience behind the stage with his words and talked about the importance of netball.
Jonathan Bailey Took The Audience Behind The Steamy Scenes!
Starring in Bridgerton, Bailey has had plenty of steamy and s*x scenes that fans have liked since the inception of the series. Since these are the modern times, shooting these scenes...
Jonathan Bailey in Bridgerton | Production: Shondaland
However, more on Jurassic World 4 later. Bailey is notoriously known for the hot and steamy s*x scenes in Bridgerton. With season 3 being recently released, a throwback to that time Bailey was asked about his “scenes” and in his hilarious way, the actor took the audience behind the stage with his words and talked about the importance of netball.
Jonathan Bailey Took The Audience Behind The Steamy Scenes!
Starring in Bridgerton, Bailey has had plenty of steamy and s*x scenes that fans have liked since the inception of the series. Since these are the modern times, shooting these scenes...
- 5/17/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Chris Pratt paid tribute to his late stunt double Tony McFarr in a heartfelt message on social media in which Pratt remembered their time on several movie sets together. McFarr was Pratt’s stunt double on some of the actor’s biggest films, including the “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Jurassic World” franchises. McFarr died May 13 at the age of 47.
“Devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double Tony McFarr,” Pratt wrote. “We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness. I remember he took a nasty shot to the head (in the title sequence of ‘Guardians 2’) and got several staples in his head came right back to work ready to go again. He was an absolute stud.”
“He was always a gentleman and professional,” Pratt added. “He’ll be missed.
“Devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double Tony McFarr,” Pratt wrote. “We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness. I remember he took a nasty shot to the head (in the title sequence of ‘Guardians 2’) and got several staples in his head came right back to work ready to go again. He was an absolute stud.”
“He was always a gentleman and professional,” Pratt added. “He’ll be missed.
- 5/17/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Tony McFarr, a professional stunt performer best known in Hollywood for his work as action star Chris Pratt’s double in the Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy franchises, died in Florida this week. McFarr was 47 years old.
The Orange County Medical Examiner’s Office in Orlando told The Hollywood Reporter that McFarr died on Monday and that a cause of death is still pending as of Friday morning. His death was also posted on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Florida. But, according to a staff member at the funeral home, his obituary was removed at the request of his family.
On Thursday. TMZ reported that McFarr’s mother, Donna, told the outlet that her son’s death at his home in Orlando was “unexpected and shocking.” On Friday, Pratt wrote a message on Instagram mourning the loss of his colleague and friend.
“Devastated...
The Orange County Medical Examiner’s Office in Orlando told The Hollywood Reporter that McFarr died on Monday and that a cause of death is still pending as of Friday morning. His death was also posted on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Florida. But, according to a staff member at the funeral home, his obituary was removed at the request of his family.
On Thursday. TMZ reported that McFarr’s mother, Donna, told the outlet that her son’s death at his home in Orlando was “unexpected and shocking.” On Friday, Pratt wrote a message on Instagram mourning the loss of his colleague and friend.
“Devastated...
- 5/17/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The summer movie season could use some help, and Chris Pratt might just be here to save the day. The "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "Jurassic World" actor returns to the silver screen next weekend in "The Garfield Movie," an animated take on Jim Davis' orange, Monday-hating cat. For Sony Pictures, there is one big question; can some of that Pratt magic that made "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" ($1.36 billion worldwide) such a major hit last year rub off on this one? Even a fraction of that magic would be most welcome here.
"The Garfield Movie" is opening directly against George Miller's "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga." While the animated, family-friendly film would typically have the edge, it looks like "Furiosa" is going to win the weekend in the early going, with an opening between $46.5 and $59 million. But that doesn't mean this cat is out of luck, as Sony...
"The Garfield Movie" is opening directly against George Miller's "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga." While the animated, family-friendly film would typically have the edge, it looks like "Furiosa" is going to win the weekend in the early going, with an opening between $46.5 and $59 million. But that doesn't mean this cat is out of luck, as Sony...
- 5/17/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Chris Pratt has paid tribute to his friend and former stunt double, Tony McFarr, who died on Monday (May 13) at 47 years old. Antonio “Tony” McFarr worked as Pratt’s stunt double on numerous projects, including Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2, two of the Jurassic World films, and the 2016 movie Passengers. “Devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double,” the Parks and Recreation star wrote on his Instagram Story on Thursday (May 16). “We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness.” McFarr passed away on Monday at his home just outside Orlando, Florida, according to TMZ. A cause of death has not yet been reported. His mother told the outlet that McFarr’s death was “unexpected and shocking” as her son was “healthy and active.” In his tribute, Pratt recalled an...
- 5/17/2024
- TV Insider
The Marvel community is in mourning following the sudden demise of Tony McFarr, a talented stunt double who worked alongside Chris Pratt in the Guardians of the Galaxy movies. Helping the Marvel star bring to life his action scenes in different franchises and films, McFarr breathed his last on May 13, as he passed away at 47.
Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord in Guardians of the Galaxy movies | Marvel Studios
Leaving behind a legacy of dedication and passion for his craft, Tony McFarr died at his Orlando home, after working in the entertainment industry for over two decades. While the cause of death is still unknown, Chris Pratt paid tribute to McFarr on Instagram hours after the news broke. Meanwhile, Marvel fans expressed their remorse via social media.
Chris Pratt’s Stunt Double Tony McFarr Passed Away at 47
Working in Hollywood for over two decades, with an impressive resume under his belt, stuntman...
Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord in Guardians of the Galaxy movies | Marvel Studios
Leaving behind a legacy of dedication and passion for his craft, Tony McFarr died at his Orlando home, after working in the entertainment industry for over two decades. While the cause of death is still unknown, Chris Pratt paid tribute to McFarr on Instagram hours after the news broke. Meanwhile, Marvel fans expressed their remorse via social media.
Chris Pratt’s Stunt Double Tony McFarr Passed Away at 47
Working in Hollywood for over two decades, with an impressive resume under his belt, stuntman...
- 5/17/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Okay, the big Summer blockbusters are coming in “hot”, but there’s no reason for the offbeat “indies” to sit on the sidelines till the Fall. At least that must be the intent of the fine folks at A24, who are still basking in the box office of their biggest hit, Civil War. Ah, but this one is a true “test” for the studio’s fervent fans. It’s a truly “out there” ode to several small screen touchstones for ” 90’s kids”. In fact, you could probably have an interesting game of “checking off” winks and nods to some “cult faves”. Oh, but there’s much more happening in this exploration of suburban teen life as its young hero seems to be energized by the tube’s warmth as he swears that I Saw The TV Glow.
That “hero” is the main focus, twelve-year-old Owen (Ian Foreman), who lives a...
That “hero” is the main focus, twelve-year-old Owen (Ian Foreman), who lives a...
- 5/17/2024
- by Jim Batts
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Chris Pratt has taken to Instagram to pay tribute to his former stunt double, Tony McFarr, who died at age 47 on Monday in Orlando, Florida.
The actor said he was “devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double. We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness.”
Pratt recalled one such instance on the set.
“I remember he took a nasty shot to the head (in the title sequence of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2) and got several staples in his head – he came right back to work ready to go again. He was an absolute stud. He was always a gentleman and professional.”
“He’ll be missed,” added Pratt. “My prayers go out to his friends and family, especially his daughter.”
McFarr was Pratt’s stunt double in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2...
The actor said he was “devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double. We did several movies together. We golfed, drank whiskey, smoked cigars, and spent endless hours on set. I’ll never forget his toughness.”
Pratt recalled one such instance on the set.
“I remember he took a nasty shot to the head (in the title sequence of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2) and got several staples in his head – he came right back to work ready to go again. He was an absolute stud. He was always a gentleman and professional.”
“He’ll be missed,” added Pratt. “My prayers go out to his friends and family, especially his daughter.”
McFarr was Pratt’s stunt double in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2...
- 5/16/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Tony McFarr, who was Chris Pratt’s stunt double in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and two of the “Jurassic World” movies, died on Monday. He was 47.
McFarr’s mother told TMZ that he died at his home outside of Orlando, Fla. No cause of death has been given. His death was reported on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Fla.
The stuntman performed in dozens of movies and shows, dating back to the early 2010s. He first doubled for Pratt on the 2015 film “Jurassic World” and followed that up with 2017’s “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and 2018’s “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.” He also performed Pratt’s stunts in the 2016 drama “Passengers.”
McFarr’s other stunt credits included a range of blockbusters and Marvel movies like “Captain America: Civil War,” “Ant-Man and the Wasp,” “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Parts 1 and 2,” “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,...
McFarr’s mother told TMZ that he died at his home outside of Orlando, Fla. No cause of death has been given. His death was reported on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Fla.
The stuntman performed in dozens of movies and shows, dating back to the early 2010s. He first doubled for Pratt on the 2015 film “Jurassic World” and followed that up with 2017’s “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and 2018’s “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.” He also performed Pratt’s stunts in the 2016 drama “Passengers.”
McFarr’s other stunt credits included a range of blockbusters and Marvel movies like “Captain America: Civil War,” “Ant-Man and the Wasp,” “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Parts 1 and 2,” “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Jordan Moreau
- Variety Film + TV
Updated with Chris Pratt’s reaction: Tony McFarr, a stuntman best known as the double for actor Chris Pratt in blockbusters like Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, died of undetermined causes May 13 at his home outside Orlando. He was 47.
His death, first reported by TMZ, was confirmed on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Florida.
McFarr’s mother Donna told TMZ that the exact circumstances of his death are unknown but that his passing was unexpected.
The Orange County Medical Examiner has confirmed to Deadline that an exam has taken place and a cause/manner of death is pending toxicology results. His date of passing is listed as May 13, when he was found unresponsive.
Pratt reacted to McFarr’s death on his Instagram Stories, saying he was “devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double,” adding “We did several movies together.
His death, first reported by TMZ, was confirmed on the website of the Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, Florida.
McFarr’s mother Donna told TMZ that the exact circumstances of his death are unknown but that his passing was unexpected.
The Orange County Medical Examiner has confirmed to Deadline that an exam has taken place and a cause/manner of death is pending toxicology results. His date of passing is listed as May 13, when he was found unresponsive.
Pratt reacted to McFarr’s death on his Instagram Stories, saying he was “devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double,” adding “We did several movies together.
- 5/16/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Over the course of her decades-long career, Scarlett Johansson has consistently showcased her versatility as an actress, captivating audiences in a variety of roles across genres, from action-packed performances like Black Widow in the MCU to compelling portrayals in comedy and drama. And after all this time, the acclaimed actress continues to surprise her fans.
Scarlett Johansson in Hail, Caesar! | Credit: Universal
Along with her on-screen prowess, Johansson has also carved out a niche as a singer, a pursuit she initially explored in the mid-2000s, soon after, she released her first album Anywhere I Lay My Head in 2008. As her debut album completes 16 years, fans can’t help but share their surprise upon learning about the lesser-known aspect of the Marvel star’s illustrious career.
A Brief Look At Scarlett Johansson’s Music Career
Scarlett Johansson has always been passionate about music. The actress has shared that her interest...
Scarlett Johansson in Hail, Caesar! | Credit: Universal
Along with her on-screen prowess, Johansson has also carved out a niche as a singer, a pursuit she initially explored in the mid-2000s, soon after, she released her first album Anywhere I Lay My Head in 2008. As her debut album completes 16 years, fans can’t help but share their surprise upon learning about the lesser-known aspect of the Marvel star’s illustrious career.
A Brief Look At Scarlett Johansson’s Music Career
Scarlett Johansson has always been passionate about music. The actress has shared that her interest...
- 5/16/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Director Gareth Edwards rose to prominence with the sci-fi film Monsters, before directing Godzilla. The latter laid the foundation for the Monsterverse, which is thriving even today. Edwards followed up that film by directing the first live-action spin-off Star Wars movie Rogue One, which became a critical and commercial success.
Gareth Edwards’ Rogue One is considered one of the best modern Star Wars films.
Given Edwards has worked with two of the most popular franchises of all time, fans were curious to learn whether the director applied some of his Godzilla learnings to Rogue One. In response, Edwards revealed the one mistake he made with Godzilla that held the film back, which he was determined to rectify at all costs with Rogue One. Here is what Edwards said about directing Rogue One.
Gareth Edwards Reveals One Godzilla Mistake He Rectified in Rogue One
Gareth Edwards focused more on concept design...
Gareth Edwards’ Rogue One is considered one of the best modern Star Wars films.
Given Edwards has worked with two of the most popular franchises of all time, fans were curious to learn whether the director applied some of his Godzilla learnings to Rogue One. In response, Edwards revealed the one mistake he made with Godzilla that held the film back, which he was determined to rectify at all costs with Rogue One. Here is what Edwards said about directing Rogue One.
Gareth Edwards Reveals One Godzilla Mistake He Rectified in Rogue One
Gareth Edwards focused more on concept design...
- 5/15/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Stars Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey set TV screens ablaze in the romantic period drama “Fellow Travelers.” The Showtime miniseries follows two men whose love is intertwined across several decades, spanning wars and political events. Since its debut in October, it has received widespread acclaim.
Revealed exclusively to Variety, the series has been submitted for 23 potential Primetime Emmy nominations across multiple categories. In addition to outstanding limited or anthology series, the pilot episode, penned by Ron Nyswaner and directed by Daniel Minahan, will serve as the official submission in their respective categories.
For his role as Hawk Fuller, a closeted World War II veteran, Bomer is campaigning in the lead actor (limited) category, competing against heavyweights such as Jon Hamm (“Fargo”), Richard Gadd (“Baby Reindeer”) and Andrew Scott (“Ripley”). He was a previous Emmy nominee for playing Felix Turner in the 2014 television movie “The Normal Heart, where he was heavily...
Revealed exclusively to Variety, the series has been submitted for 23 potential Primetime Emmy nominations across multiple categories. In addition to outstanding limited or anthology series, the pilot episode, penned by Ron Nyswaner and directed by Daniel Minahan, will serve as the official submission in their respective categories.
For his role as Hawk Fuller, a closeted World War II veteran, Bomer is campaigning in the lead actor (limited) category, competing against heavyweights such as Jon Hamm (“Fargo”), Richard Gadd (“Baby Reindeer”) and Andrew Scott (“Ripley”). He was a previous Emmy nominee for playing Felix Turner in the 2014 television movie “The Normal Heart, where he was heavily...
- 5/15/2024
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
A New Face in the Jurassic World Franchise There’s a new human entering the Jurassic World franchise, and he’s set to make quite an entrance! Per Deadline, actor Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, best known for his roles in The Magnificent Seven and Netflix’s The Lincoln Lawyer, has taken on a starring role in the upcoming film. Details about his character are currently under wraps, but joining him will be Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey in what promises to be another thrilling installment directed by Gareth Edwards. Severing Ties with Previous Stars The new movie aims to diverge from the previous trilogy, choosing
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- 5/15/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Chris Pratt is one of Hollywood’s favorite leading men, as he continues to lead franchise after franchise. After working in a plethora of franchises such as The Terminal List, The Lego Movie, The Super Mario Bros., Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, and many more, he is on the verge of adding yet another franchise to his illustrious career. Pratt is going to be a part of The Garfield Movie, a classic cartoon cat that needs no introduction.
Chris Pratt as Star-Lord in Marvel’s Guardian of the Galaxy
Following in his footsteps is his Marvel co-star Scarlett Johansson, who is renowned for portraying the role of Black Widow in the superhero franchise. However, following her MCU retirement, she has joined the Transformers franchise and is set to join the Jurassic World franchise as well. Since the actress is going to work in different environments, the Moneyball actor...
Chris Pratt as Star-Lord in Marvel’s Guardian of the Galaxy
Following in his footsteps is his Marvel co-star Scarlett Johansson, who is renowned for portraying the role of Black Widow in the superhero franchise. However, following her MCU retirement, she has joined the Transformers franchise and is set to join the Jurassic World franchise as well. Since the actress is going to work in different environments, the Moneyball actor...
- 5/15/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Cannes Competition jury president Greta Gerwig addressed freelance festival workers considering a strike, saying “I support labour movements.”
“I hope that the festival workers can form an agreement that is good for them and supports them and supports the festival,” said Gerwig, responding to a question from Screen about what message she has for the freelance group.
French collective Sous les ecrans la deche (Broke Behind The Screens) is preparing to protest labour reforms that would cut their unemployment indemnities.
A representative for the group told Screen it was awaiting a meeting between the Cnc and the Cultural Ministry during...
“I hope that the festival workers can form an agreement that is good for them and supports them and supports the festival,” said Gerwig, responding to a question from Screen about what message she has for the freelance group.
French collective Sous les ecrans la deche (Broke Behind The Screens) is preparing to protest labour reforms that would cut their unemployment indemnities.
A representative for the group told Screen it was awaiting a meeting between the Cnc and the Cultural Ministry during...
- 5/14/2024
- ScreenDaily
While promoting the new Garfield animated pic, Chris Pratt briefly touched on his past performance as the princess-saving Brooklyn plumber, Mario.
Despite receiving negative reviews from critics, the 2023 animated Super Mario Bros. Movie was an unexpected blockbuster, as it went on to set the record for biggest global opening for an animated movie.
After everything was said and done, the movie made $1.362 billion globally on a meager $100 million production budget. That feat made The Super Mario Bros. Movie the most financially successful film of 2023, according to Deadline Hollywood.
A sequel was officially announced on March 10, 2024, as part of Mario Day celebrations and given an April 3, 2026 release date.
Speaking to Total Film, Pratt teased, "I can't tell you much but I can say that there is another Mario movie coming. It gets me very excited thinking about the world of Mario and Nintendo in general, I think over the next decade...
Despite receiving negative reviews from critics, the 2023 animated Super Mario Bros. Movie was an unexpected blockbuster, as it went on to set the record for biggest global opening for an animated movie.
After everything was said and done, the movie made $1.362 billion globally on a meager $100 million production budget. That feat made The Super Mario Bros. Movie the most financially successful film of 2023, according to Deadline Hollywood.
A sequel was officially announced on March 10, 2024, as part of Mario Day celebrations and given an April 3, 2026 release date.
Speaking to Total Film, Pratt teased, "I can't tell you much but I can say that there is another Mario movie coming. It gets me very excited thinking about the world of Mario and Nintendo in general, I think over the next decade...
- 5/13/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Steven Spielberg’s visionary approach to bringing the prehistoric era of roaring allosaurus and menacing tyrannosaurus alive met a disappointing end with Chris Pratt’s Jurassic World Dominion. The film’s billion-dollar potential led Colin Trevorrow to follow through with the threequel and almost tanked the entire franchise if not for Spielberg’s reputation that still remains attached to the IP.
The original cast reunites in Jurassic World Dominion [Credit: Amblin/Universal Studios]
As such, the fourth and definitive film of the Jurassic World franchise is intent on setting itself apart from its predecessor by reigning in the 2-time Academy Award-nominated powerhouse actor, Scarlett Johansson. But the film still needs a catalyst to its plot alongside the Marvel star who can confirm the franchise’s success.
Jurassic World 4 Needs Some Timely Third-Party Intervention
Despite Gareth Edwards leading his powerfully stacked cast toward a natural glory, Jurassic World 4 still strikes terror...
The original cast reunites in Jurassic World Dominion [Credit: Amblin/Universal Studios]
As such, the fourth and definitive film of the Jurassic World franchise is intent on setting itself apart from its predecessor by reigning in the 2-time Academy Award-nominated powerhouse actor, Scarlett Johansson. But the film still needs a catalyst to its plot alongside the Marvel star who can confirm the franchise’s success.
Jurassic World 4 Needs Some Timely Third-Party Intervention
Despite Gareth Edwards leading his powerfully stacked cast toward a natural glory, Jurassic World 4 still strikes terror...
- 5/13/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
It can be undoubtedly said that Jurassic Park is a landmark in the history of cinema. The 1993 Steven Spielberg blockbuster played a crucial role in the career of everyone associated with it. However, the success was not so easy for the lead Sam Neill, who had to go through a lot of pain due to a critical injury during the filming.
Sam Neill in Jurassic Park
There have been several minor as well as major accidents on some of the most iconic film sets. Sam Neill also faced an unfortunate incident while filming Jurassic Park when a massive portion of his left hand was affected by burning phosphorus and left a permanent scar.
What happened to Sam Neill during Jurassic Park‘s filming?
The iconic T-Rex escape scene
Jurassic Park had numerous moments that are still etched in the fans’ minds. Steven Spielberg‘s vision continues to impress us to this date.
Sam Neill in Jurassic Park
There have been several minor as well as major accidents on some of the most iconic film sets. Sam Neill also faced an unfortunate incident while filming Jurassic Park when a massive portion of his left hand was affected by burning phosphorus and left a permanent scar.
What happened to Sam Neill during Jurassic Park‘s filming?
The iconic T-Rex escape scene
Jurassic Park had numerous moments that are still etched in the fans’ minds. Steven Spielberg‘s vision continues to impress us to this date.
- 5/13/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
In the on-demand era, watching a movie, even a short one, can take hours. In the theater or on TV, the movie cannot be paused, so the most dedicated viewers used to have to go back to the theater to see the same movie over and over again or record the TV broadcast. Now it is enough to buy a movie or watch it online on streaming services.
Therefore, fans who prefer to analyze in depth what is happening on the screen, as well as to understand the most subtle Easter eggs and homages, feel more than satisfied in today's reality! With that in mind, let's talk about the most paused scenes in the movies you all know and love.
Movie Moments That Make Viewers Pause the MostThe steamy (and hilarious) Naomi scene Aren't you a little tall for a stormtrooper? Jimmy Buffett saving his margaritas That scene with Sharon Stone...
Therefore, fans who prefer to analyze in depth what is happening on the screen, as well as to understand the most subtle Easter eggs and homages, feel more than satisfied in today's reality! With that in mind, let's talk about the most paused scenes in the movies you all know and love.
Movie Moments That Make Viewers Pause the MostThe steamy (and hilarious) Naomi scene Aren't you a little tall for a stormtrooper? Jimmy Buffett saving his margaritas That scene with Sharon Stone...
- 5/13/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
Chris Pratt had a great 2023 with the gargantuan successes of both Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The actor has particularly become very popular in voice acting as his previous animated performances in The Lego Movie, and Onward were also praised. With the Mario movie grossing more than a billion dollars, Pratt is as hot as ever in the industry.
Chris Pratt’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie was the second highest-grossing film of 2023
Pratt is back in another voice role, voicing the beloved Garfield in The Garfield Movie. While there is decent anticipation for the film, fans are unsure as to how the film will turn out. The first reactions of the film have started pouring out on social media and it looks like another winner for Pratt and the team.
First Reactions of The Garfield Movie Proves It’s an Unmissable Fun...
Chris Pratt’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie was the second highest-grossing film of 2023
Pratt is back in another voice role, voicing the beloved Garfield in The Garfield Movie. While there is decent anticipation for the film, fans are unsure as to how the film will turn out. The first reactions of the film have started pouring out on social media and it looks like another winner for Pratt and the team.
First Reactions of The Garfield Movie Proves It’s an Unmissable Fun...
- 5/13/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Despite early reviews and reactions labeling Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes as one of the franchise’s finest, the reception among general audiences seems lackluster. Recent CinemaScores revealed significantly lower ratings than expected, prompting questions about what went wrong.
Freya Allan in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Many argue the film’s pacing is sluggish and dull, while others attribute it to the dwindling attention spans of modern audiences, unable to fully appreciate the masterpiece that this Wes Ball movie truly is.
Fans Blame Audience’s Short Attention Spans for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes‘ Low Rating!
CinemaScores recently revealed that the Wes Ball movie, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes which premiered on May 10th this year, received a solid B rating on tests. However, this disappointed many who genuinely enjoyed the movie, including the majority of movie critics who hailed it as a summer must-watch.
Freya Allan in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Many argue the film’s pacing is sluggish and dull, while others attribute it to the dwindling attention spans of modern audiences, unable to fully appreciate the masterpiece that this Wes Ball movie truly is.
Fans Blame Audience’s Short Attention Spans for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes‘ Low Rating!
CinemaScores recently revealed that the Wes Ball movie, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes which premiered on May 10th this year, received a solid B rating on tests. However, this disappointed many who genuinely enjoyed the movie, including the majority of movie critics who hailed it as a summer must-watch.
- 5/12/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Jurassic World Evolution is a popular construction and management simulation video game franchise. This gaming series is based on the famous movie series Jurassic World. So far, there are two gaming titles that have surfaced from Frontier Developments. The last installment came in November 2021.
Both of these titles have been a great success for Frontier. And that’s why a sequel was in high demand for so long. Frontier might have heard those demands, and Jurassic World Evolution 3 is on its way.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 Announced
Jurrasic World Evolution 3 will be released in FY26.
Frontier Development has recently announced its upcoming title, Jurassic World Evolution 3. The developing company has signed a license with Universal Products and Experiences to seal the deal.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 in development and scheduled for FY26 release https://t.co/BUouHcJ8U6 pic.twitter.com/AaCnIqf0AF
— Wario64 (@Wario64) May 9, 2024
According to the company, the previous...
Both of these titles have been a great success for Frontier. And that’s why a sequel was in high demand for so long. Frontier might have heard those demands, and Jurassic World Evolution 3 is on its way.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 Announced
Jurrasic World Evolution 3 will be released in FY26.
Frontier Development has recently announced its upcoming title, Jurassic World Evolution 3. The developing company has signed a license with Universal Products and Experiences to seal the deal.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 in development and scheduled for FY26 release https://t.co/BUouHcJ8U6 pic.twitter.com/AaCnIqf0AF
— Wario64 (@Wario64) May 9, 2024
According to the company, the previous...
- 5/12/2024
- by Nilendu Brahma
- FandomWire
The Lincoln Lawyer star Manuel Garcia-Rulfo has been cast in a fresh take on the Jurassic World films. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, who led the $3.96 billion trilogy, will not be returning for the new film, directed by Gareth Edwards. While other prominent stars like Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey are also part of the film, it is highly unlikely that the film will make money like Pratt’s films.
Manuel Garcia-Rulfo will replace Chris Pratt in the next film in the Jurassic Park series after Jurassic World: Dominion
When it comes to the box office numbers of films, it almost appears that the Guardians of the Galaxy star is a money magnet. He has been part of a number of billion-dollar-grossing projects in recent times, including last year’s film The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Chris Pratt’s Jurassic World Box Office Numbers Are Almost Unbeatable By Other...
Manuel Garcia-Rulfo will replace Chris Pratt in the next film in the Jurassic Park series after Jurassic World: Dominion
When it comes to the box office numbers of films, it almost appears that the Guardians of the Galaxy star is a money magnet. He has been part of a number of billion-dollar-grossing projects in recent times, including last year’s film The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Chris Pratt’s Jurassic World Box Office Numbers Are Almost Unbeatable By Other...
- 5/11/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Move over, Chris Pratt. The Lincoln Lawyer actor Manuel Garcia-Rulfo is a new leading man for Universal and Amblin’s latest Jurassic World movie. The next chapter in Universal’s dinosaur-run amock franchise already stars Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey, and Gareth Edwards is directing. Dinosaurs will rule the world again on July 2, 2025, when the film stomps into cinemas.
Edwards’s Jurassic World movie is a fresh start for the beloved franchise, with Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return. The next installment also leaves the original trilogy’s stars, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, in the rearview. David Koepp, who wrote Jurassic Park and The Lost World: Jurassic Park, is penning the screenplay. Other stars rumored to be up for roles are Dev Patel (Monkey Man) and Colman Domingo (Fear the Walking Dead), though nothing is confirmed.
While plot details remain a mystery, it...
Edwards’s Jurassic World movie is a fresh start for the beloved franchise, with Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return. The next installment also leaves the original trilogy’s stars, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, in the rearview. David Koepp, who wrote Jurassic Park and The Lost World: Jurassic Park, is penning the screenplay. Other stars rumored to be up for roles are Dev Patel (Monkey Man) and Colman Domingo (Fear the Walking Dead), though nothing is confirmed.
While plot details remain a mystery, it...
- 5/10/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
The next installment in the Jurassic World franchise continues to build its main cast, with Deadline reporting that Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer) has signed on.
He’ll join the previously announced Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) and Jonathan Bailey (Wicked) in the franchise’s next installment, arriving in Summer 2025.
Gareth Edwards (2014’s Godzilla, The Creator) will be directing the new installment, with original Jurassic Park writer David Koepp returning to write the screenplay.
Jurassic World returns to theaters on July 2, 2025. Stay tuned for more.
The new movie is expected to usher in a brand new Jurassic Era with Jurassic World cast members Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return. Don’t expect the original trilogy’s Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill, either. The new Jurassic World, from what we gather, plans to take the franchise in a new direction, with plot details under wraps.
The...
He’ll join the previously announced Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) and Jonathan Bailey (Wicked) in the franchise’s next installment, arriving in Summer 2025.
Gareth Edwards (2014’s Godzilla, The Creator) will be directing the new installment, with original Jurassic Park writer David Koepp returning to write the screenplay.
Jurassic World returns to theaters on July 2, 2025. Stay tuned for more.
The new movie is expected to usher in a brand new Jurassic Era with Jurassic World cast members Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return. Don’t expect the original trilogy’s Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill, either. The new Jurassic World, from what we gather, plans to take the franchise in a new direction, with plot details under wraps.
The...
- 5/10/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: Following his breakout role in Netflix’s The Lincoln Lawyer, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo is looking to go from defending clients to evading dinosaurs. He is in negotiations to join Universal and Amblin Entertainment’s new Jurassic World movie. Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey are also set to star. Gareth Edwards will direct.
The studio recently dated the pic to bow on July 2, 2025 and moved fast to find a director in Edwards. The new movie will be a fresh take, with Jurassic World cast members Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return, and neither will original trilogy’s stars Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill. David Koepp penned the new script.
The film will be will be executive produced by Steven Spielberg through Amblin, and Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley through Kennedy-Marshall. EVP Production Development Sara Scott and Creative Executive of Production Development Jacqueline Garell will oversee for the studio.
The studio recently dated the pic to bow on July 2, 2025 and moved fast to find a director in Edwards. The new movie will be a fresh take, with Jurassic World cast members Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return, and neither will original trilogy’s stars Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern and Sam Neill. David Koepp penned the new script.
The film will be will be executive produced by Steven Spielberg through Amblin, and Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley through Kennedy-Marshall. EVP Production Development Sara Scott and Creative Executive of Production Development Jacqueline Garell will oversee for the studio.
- 5/10/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Joel Edgerton revealed on The Playlist’s “Bingeworthy” podcast that he failed his audition for Star Lord in “Guardians of the Galaxy” because he just couldn’t nail down the tone writer-director James Gunn was looking for. Chris Pratt ended up getting the career-defining role, which he’d reprise in two “Guardians of the Galaxy” sequels and various other Marvel movies, including “Avengers: Infinity War.”
“Star-Lord’s a good one, actually, because I, unlike Chris [Pratt], didn’t quite sort of understand the tone of it the way he did and the way that those guys did,” Edgerton said on the podcast. “And I wasn’t really sure how I could be a part of that tone. And I truly think that the world is a much better place that I’m not Star-Lord, even if I had the opportunity or I did a good enough audition because it is the...
“Star-Lord’s a good one, actually, because I, unlike Chris [Pratt], didn’t quite sort of understand the tone of it the way he did and the way that those guys did,” Edgerton said on the podcast. “And I wasn’t really sure how I could be a part of that tone. And I truly think that the world is a much better place that I’m not Star-Lord, even if I had the opportunity or I did a good enough audition because it is the...
- 5/10/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
After the success of Jurassic World Evolution and its sequel, you knew that Frontier Developments would be itching to return to the well again. That appears to be the case, as the developer/publisher has announced that they’ve signed a deal with Universal for a third entry.
According to the press release, the third game in the series is scheduled for release between June 1, 2025 and May 31, 2026, with the game expected to be officially announced in the coming months. If you’re wondering about the date range, that would be because Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment are currently developing a new Jurassic World film that’s slated for release on July 2, 2025.
Jurassic World Evolution remains Frontier’s best-selling game to date since its release almost six years ago.
“We are delighted to reveal that we are developing a third Jurassic World game to extend our collaborative relationship with Universal Products...
According to the press release, the third game in the series is scheduled for release between June 1, 2025 and May 31, 2026, with the game expected to be officially announced in the coming months. If you’re wondering about the date range, that would be because Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment are currently developing a new Jurassic World film that’s slated for release on July 2, 2025.
Jurassic World Evolution remains Frontier’s best-selling game to date since its release almost six years ago.
“We are delighted to reveal that we are developing a third Jurassic World game to extend our collaborative relationship with Universal Products...
- 5/10/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
Movie theaters can’t sell tickets if they don’t have a lot of new blockbusters to advertise on their marquees. And the actors and writers strikes that ground Hollywood to a standstill in 2023 left studios with fewer movies to release as 2024 got started. As the biggest exhibitor in the world, AMC Theatres certainly felt the lack of franchise movies and tentpole films as the year kicked off, but the company still managed to beat projections with its quarterly earnings. That was partly thanks to the March release of “Dune: Part Two” and “Kung Fu Panda 4,” popular sequels that helped off-set declining admissions in January and February.
Despite the late breaking entry of some must-see movies, revenues at the the theater chain fell to $951.4 million from $954.4 million in the prior-year quarter. However, net losses for the three-month period ending in March narrowed to $163.5 million, or 62 cents per share. That...
Despite the late breaking entry of some must-see movies, revenues at the the theater chain fell to $951.4 million from $954.4 million in the prior-year quarter. However, net losses for the three-month period ending in March narrowed to $163.5 million, or 62 cents per share. That...
- 5/8/2024
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Award-winning Star Wars VFX veteran Joseph Kasparian, whose recent credits include The Mandalorian and Andor, is joining Montreal-based VFX studio Rodeo FX in the role of Executive Visual Effects Supervisor.
Highlights of Kasparian’s 27-year career include shaping the visual landscape of features such as Jurassic World, Warcraft and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Kasparian arrives at Rodeo FX from Hybride where he was Creative Vice-President and worked on every Star Wars movie and series since 2015, winning an Emmy in 2021 for his work on season two of The Mandalorian, and garnering a nomination for Rogue One prequel Andor.
“Constantly reinventing yourself is essential due to the evolution of technology. I’ve always been forward-thinking, looking ahead to what’s next. Rodeo feels like a natural progression for me,” said Kasparian.
“It goes beyond visual effects, it’s about entertainment as a whole and how I can share the...
Highlights of Kasparian’s 27-year career include shaping the visual landscape of features such as Jurassic World, Warcraft and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Kasparian arrives at Rodeo FX from Hybride where he was Creative Vice-President and worked on every Star Wars movie and series since 2015, winning an Emmy in 2021 for his work on season two of The Mandalorian, and garnering a nomination for Rogue One prequel Andor.
“Constantly reinventing yourself is essential due to the evolution of technology. I’ve always been forward-thinking, looking ahead to what’s next. Rodeo feels like a natural progression for me,” said Kasparian.
“It goes beyond visual effects, it’s about entertainment as a whole and how I can share the...
- 5/8/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
Fresh off last year’s bloody and disgusting horror movie Holy Shit! – now streaming on Screambox – director Lukas Rinker is back with the upcoming creature feature Paws.
Variety reports this week that “The Playmaker has signed with Neopol Film to handle international sales” on the project, but that’s not the most noteworthy aspect of their report.
The website teases that the upcoming Paws will feature “polar bear creature animatronics from the renowned studio behind Star Wars and Jurassic World“!
Check out early sales art below and read on for everything you need to know.
“The film tells the story of a climate researcher stranded in the Arctic who must forge an unlikely alliance with a polar bear in order to survive.”
Here’s the full plot synopsis: “A ship crashes in the Arctic, leaving climate researcher Tessa and her team stranded. Searching for help inside an abandoned tanker-wreckage, they...
Variety reports this week that “The Playmaker has signed with Neopol Film to handle international sales” on the project, but that’s not the most noteworthy aspect of their report.
The website teases that the upcoming Paws will feature “polar bear creature animatronics from the renowned studio behind Star Wars and Jurassic World“!
Check out early sales art below and read on for everything you need to know.
“The film tells the story of a climate researcher stranded in the Arctic who must forge an unlikely alliance with a polar bear in order to survive.”
Here’s the full plot synopsis: “A ship crashes in the Arctic, leaving climate researcher Tessa and her team stranded. Searching for help inside an abandoned tanker-wreckage, they...
- 5/8/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
With vibrant green carpets no doubt already having been sourced for its various global premieres, “Wicked” is expected to be one of the biggest movie events this winter. It certainly ticks all the necessary boxes — a major musical adaptation of one of the world’s most successful stage shows and featuring an all-star cast led by the almost-egot Cynthia Erivo and, in her first feature-film lead role, pop princess Ariana Grande.
But however the film — the first of a two-parter — does at the box office, it has already marked a key moment for Universal Pictures, being its first film to be shot at the major new U.K. facility, operated by its Comcast sister company Sky.
First announced by Comcast’s pay TV giant Sky in 2019, approved by local authorities in 2020 and opened for the cast and crew of “Wicked” in 2022, the newly built site — just north of London (and...
But however the film — the first of a two-parter — does at the box office, it has already marked a key moment for Universal Pictures, being its first film to be shot at the major new U.K. facility, operated by its Comcast sister company Sky.
First announced by Comcast’s pay TV giant Sky in 2019, approved by local authorities in 2020 and opened for the cast and crew of “Wicked” in 2022, the newly built site — just north of London (and...
- 5/7/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety Film + TV
If you want to become a dystopian feminist warrior, you’re not going to get much sleep. That was one of the first things Anya Taylor-Joy learned on the set of George Miller’s “Mad Max: Fury Road” prequel “Furiosa.” Under heavy coats of makeup, shooting in the Australian winter when daylight was scarce, Taylor-Joy wished she could have stayed in bed at least through the crack of dawn. Instead, she’d rise up in the middle of the night, ready to do battle.
“I had the earliest call time of my life: 1:45 a.m.,” the 28-year-old actress says on a recent Los Angeles afternoon. “I’d be like, ‘I just wrapped! What do you mean?! It’s a mistake!’” Taylor-Joy recalls the painful mornings now with a gleeful theater-kid energy. She chronicled her entire transformation as Furiosa, and took photos of her various makeup tests. She flips through her phone to show me.
“I had the earliest call time of my life: 1:45 a.m.,” the 28-year-old actress says on a recent Los Angeles afternoon. “I’d be like, ‘I just wrapped! What do you mean?! It’s a mistake!’” Taylor-Joy recalls the painful mornings now with a gleeful theater-kid energy. She chronicled her entire transformation as Furiosa, and took photos of her various makeup tests. She flips through her phone to show me.
- 5/7/2024
- by Ramin Setoodeh
- Variety Film + TV
The recent news may have caused some kind of panic attack among Wednesday’s fans, but they can now have a good sleep at night — unlike those who enjoyed Jenna Ortega’s character in the animated series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory.
When Netflix dropped a new trailer for the show and the news broke online, everybody got concerned about Ortega’s future in the streaming’s biggest hit Wednesday, but now it’s Jurassic World’s fans who should be concerned — and the actress unwillingly confirmed the sad truth herself.
It’s quite fair to say that the show’s brand new trailer has no intrigue at all. The short video proves that Ortega’s character Brooklynn dies in the very beginning, and her death is quickly confirmed by Ben Pincus’s words about the fact that “Brooklynn’s death was no accident. She was targeted.”
The new show that...
When Netflix dropped a new trailer for the show and the news broke online, everybody got concerned about Ortega’s future in the streaming’s biggest hit Wednesday, but now it’s Jurassic World’s fans who should be concerned — and the actress unwillingly confirmed the sad truth herself.
It’s quite fair to say that the show’s brand new trailer has no intrigue at all. The short video proves that Ortega’s character Brooklynn dies in the very beginning, and her death is quickly confirmed by Ben Pincus’s words about the fact that “Brooklynn’s death was no accident. She was targeted.”
The new show that...
- 5/6/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
Steven Spielberg is undoubtedly one of the greatest voices in filmmaking today. Since the ’70s, he has proven himself to be a very competent director who can dabble in any filmmaking genre with ease. Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Raiders of The Lost Ark, Saving Private Ryan, Jurassic Park, The Color Purple, etc. are examples of his complete mastery over varied genres.
Melinda Dillon and Cary Guffey in Steven Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Spielberg tasted success early in his career with Jaws and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. When he decided to put a comedic spin on the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, many, including John Wayne, warned him that it would backfire on him. The underwhelming reception of the film led to a big realization of the mistakes that he made.
John Wayne’s Warning About 1941 Was The First Sign of the Film...
Melinda Dillon and Cary Guffey in Steven Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Spielberg tasted success early in his career with Jaws and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. When he decided to put a comedic spin on the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, many, including John Wayne, warned him that it would backfire on him. The underwhelming reception of the film led to a big realization of the mistakes that he made.
John Wayne’s Warning About 1941 Was The First Sign of the Film...
- 5/6/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
When Universal decided to jump on the first weekend of May, a slot normally taken up by Marvel’s popular superhero movies, they were hoping the combo of “Barbenheimer” stars, Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, would make “The Fall Guy” a huge early summer hit. That’s not what happened. Read on for the weekend box office report.
Going into the weekend, “The Fall Guy” had everything going for it, from two of the biggest Oscar-nominated stars from 2023’s biggest blockbusters – one who recently hosted “Saturday Night Live” to great success – plus reviews had been great going back to its premiere at the SXSW Film and TV Festival. Universal even screened the movie for exhibitors (i.e. theater owners) at the annual CinemaCon to get excitement going for the start of the summer movie season.
On Friday, Universal opened “The Fall Guy” nationwide into 4,002 theaters, another indicator that many were expecting a huge hit,...
Going into the weekend, “The Fall Guy” had everything going for it, from two of the biggest Oscar-nominated stars from 2023’s biggest blockbusters – one who recently hosted “Saturday Night Live” to great success – plus reviews had been great going back to its premiere at the SXSW Film and TV Festival. Universal even screened the movie for exhibitors (i.e. theater owners) at the annual CinemaCon to get excitement going for the start of the summer movie season.
On Friday, Universal opened “The Fall Guy” nationwide into 4,002 theaters, another indicator that many were expecting a huge hit,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Edward Douglas
- Gold Derby
Just like Friends and The Office, Parks and Recreation is a show that we keep going back to. One rewatch is never enough now, is it? While the first season received mixed reviews from critics and was often compared to The Office, the series had a brilliant comeback starting from the second season. The show stars Adam Scott, Chris Pratt, Amy Poehler, Nick Offerman, and more.
A still from Parks and Recreation (2009 – 2015)
The show ended in 2015 but the cast reunited for a special reunion episode in 2020 before closing the chapter for good. But that doesn’t mean fans cannot keep holding on to that thread of hope of seeing their favorite characters return, right? In a recent interview, Adam Scott gets candid about the possibility of gathering the cast for an actual Parks and Recreation reboot.
Adam Scott Talks about Parks and Recreation Getting a Reboot Adam Scott and Amy...
A still from Parks and Recreation (2009 – 2015)
The show ended in 2015 but the cast reunited for a special reunion episode in 2020 before closing the chapter for good. But that doesn’t mean fans cannot keep holding on to that thread of hope of seeing their favorite characters return, right? In a recent interview, Adam Scott gets candid about the possibility of gathering the cast for an actual Parks and Recreation reboot.
Adam Scott Talks about Parks and Recreation Getting a Reboot Adam Scott and Amy...
- 5/5/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Godzilla director Gareth Edwards will now take the helm of Universal Pictures' latest Jurassic World movie, but David Leitch was briefly attached to direct before deciding to part ways with the project.
At the time, we were told that Leitch stepped away after coming to the realization that his "creative input would be minimal due to the project’s fast-tracked status," and the filmmaker has now elaborated on his reasons for bailing on the film.
“We have the privilege of choice and that’s daunting,” he explained during an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast. “And it’s true though, and we’ve kind of earned it, in terms of the movies that we’ve made and the successes they’ve had, and hopefully continued success, but to be asked to be in those worlds, you want to take those conversations seriously,...
At the time, we were told that Leitch stepped away after coming to the realization that his "creative input would be minimal due to the project’s fast-tracked status," and the filmmaker has now elaborated on his reasons for bailing on the film.
“We have the privilege of choice and that’s daunting,” he explained during an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast. “And it’s true though, and we’ve kind of earned it, in terms of the movies that we’ve made and the successes they’ve had, and hopefully continued success, but to be asked to be in those worlds, you want to take those conversations seriously,...
- 5/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The 2024 blockbuster season kicks off in earnest this weekend with David Leitch‘s “The Fall Guy” now in theaters. But their latest film wasn’t the only thing Leitch and his wife and creative partner Kelly McCormick spoke about while on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast this week. They also had to dodge questions about Leitch’s brief tenure as the director of the upcoming “Jurassic World” reboot.
Continue reading David Leitch Talks Around Bailing On The ‘Jurassic Park’ Reboot & Having “Creative Freedom” at The Playlist.
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- 5/3/2024
- by The Playlist
- The Playlist
David Leitch Says He Pitched Brad Pitt As Cable & ‘Deadpool’ Meetings Were Initially About ‘X-Force’
Ever since co-directing the “John Wick” franchise in 2014 and then splitting off on his own from partner Chad Stahelski, filmmaker David Leitch has been one of the most in-demand action directors on the planet. Almost taking the most recent “Jurassic World” reboot before rethinking it ultimately, since ‘John Wick 1,’ Leitch has directed a “Fast And Furious” spin-off, “Atomic Blonde,” “Bullet Train,” “Deadpool 2,” and his upcoming film “The Fall Guy” which opens tomorrow and stars Ryan Reynolds and Emily Blunt.
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- 5/2/2024
- by Edward Davis
- The Playlist
Steven Spielberg and John Williams have collaborated on multiple projects over the years, where the filmmaker’s compelling narratives are enhanced by Williams’ musical compositions. Among their cherished collaborations, one that has become particularly special to the Oscar-winning filmmaker has been the soundtrack for the 1993 war drama Schindler’s List.
Schindler’s List | Credit: Universal Pictures
Spielberg has described it as the greatest piece of composition Williams has done for him. However, settling on one soundtrack proved challenging, especially after the composer presented him with two choices, leading to conflict over which theme music best captured the sorrow of the Holocaust.
Steven Spielberg and John Williams Clashed Over Schindler’s List Theme Music
Based on Thomas Keneally’s novel Schindler’s Ark, the 1993 epic historical drama follows the German industrialist Oskar Schindler, who saved thousands of Polish Jews from the Holocaust by employing them in his factories during World War II.
Schindler’s List | Credit: Universal Pictures
Spielberg has described it as the greatest piece of composition Williams has done for him. However, settling on one soundtrack proved challenging, especially after the composer presented him with two choices, leading to conflict over which theme music best captured the sorrow of the Holocaust.
Steven Spielberg and John Williams Clashed Over Schindler’s List Theme Music
Based on Thomas Keneally’s novel Schindler’s Ark, the 1993 epic historical drama follows the German industrialist Oskar Schindler, who saved thousands of Polish Jews from the Holocaust by employing them in his factories during World War II.
- 5/2/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Steven Spielberg’s name is pretty much synonymous with almost every iconic film there is in the history of cinema. The director has crafted some of the most unforgettable experiences for audiences throughout the years, but now he feels a pull to focus on more grounded narratives. He believes he has fulfilled his duty in the realm of outworldly spectacle and wishes to shed light on Earth-bound stories that resonate with him deeply.
Steven Spielberg on the set of Jaws
As a result, he may choose to step away from big franchises like Jurassic World, as its success doesn’t bring him the same level of happiness as working on projects that hold personal significance to him.
Why Steven Spielberg Might Never Return to Big Franchises Like Jurassic World
Throughout his illustrious career, Steven Spielberg has crafted cinematic universes that have later been expanded into vast worlds of their own.
Steven Spielberg on the set of Jaws
As a result, he may choose to step away from big franchises like Jurassic World, as its success doesn’t bring him the same level of happiness as working on projects that hold personal significance to him.
Why Steven Spielberg Might Never Return to Big Franchises Like Jurassic World
Throughout his illustrious career, Steven Spielberg has crafted cinematic universes that have later been expanded into vast worlds of their own.
- 5/2/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory brings back the core voice actors of the Nublar Six from Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous animated series on Netflix.
Chaos Theory is the sequel series to the widely successful Camp Cretaceous (which ran for five seasons) which chronicles the adventures of six campers who were left stranded on Isla Nublar after the events of the first Jurassic World film.
The series is set six years after Camp Cretaceous, reuniting the core cast of the series except for Jenna Ortega's Brooklynn, whose death is confirmed in the official trailer.
Read full article on The Direct.
Chaos Theory is the sequel series to the widely successful Camp Cretaceous (which ran for five seasons) which chronicles the adventures of six campers who were left stranded on Isla Nublar after the events of the first Jurassic World film.
The series is set six years after Camp Cretaceous, reuniting the core cast of the series except for Jenna Ortega's Brooklynn, whose death is confirmed in the official trailer.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 5/2/2024
- by Aeron Mer Eclarinal
- The Direct
Jenna Ortega is heading into production on season 2 of the Addams Family-inspired Netflix series Wednesday and has a prominent role in the long-awaited sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, but she’s no longer a part of two other franchises. After starring in Scream (2022) and Scream VI, she reportedly asked for a substantial pay raise to return for Scream 7, despite knowing that request wouldn’t go over well with the producers at Spyglass Media – and sure enough, Spyglass opted not to bring her back for Scream 7. Now the full trailer for the upcoming Netflix animated series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory – which serves as a follow-up to the animated series Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous – reveals that Ortega’s Camp Cretaceous character Brooklynn has been killed off! You can watch the trailer in the embed above.
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory will be released through Netflix by the end of 2024. Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous,...
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory will be released through Netflix by the end of 2024. Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Funko and 10:10 Games have announced upcoming video game Funko Fusion this afternoon, and much to our delight, the game is absolutely loaded with Funko Pop-style horror icons.
The official trailer for Funko Fusion heavily features John Carpenter’s The Thing, as well as 1999’s The Mummy, Jaws, Jurassic World, and even Jordan Peele’s Nope!
Other horror properties including M3GAN, Shaun of the Dead, Five Nights at Freddy’s, Jurassic Park, and Chucky have also been confirmed for Funko Fusion.
Funko Fusion is coming to PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on September 13, 2024. Pre-orders for physical console editions of the game open starting today at select global retailers, with pre-orders opening across digital storefronts soon.
Funko Fusion is an action-adventure, single player and online co-op experience that pays tribute to NBCUniversal’s deep roster of beloved worlds and the irreverent Funko Pop! interpretations of the figures who inhabit them.
The official trailer for Funko Fusion heavily features John Carpenter’s The Thing, as well as 1999’s The Mummy, Jaws, Jurassic World, and even Jordan Peele’s Nope!
Other horror properties including M3GAN, Shaun of the Dead, Five Nights at Freddy’s, Jurassic Park, and Chucky have also been confirmed for Funko Fusion.
Funko Fusion is coming to PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on September 13, 2024. Pre-orders for physical console editions of the game open starting today at select global retailers, with pre-orders opening across digital storefronts soon.
Funko Fusion is an action-adventure, single player and online co-op experience that pays tribute to NBCUniversal’s deep roster of beloved worlds and the irreverent Funko Pop! interpretations of the figures who inhabit them.
- 4/30/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
- 4/30/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
“Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” Trailer – “Camp Cretaceous” Sequel Kills Off Jenna Ortega’s Character
In the wake of the five-season animated series “Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous,” Netflix’s “Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” is stomping its way onto the platform this year.
“Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” premieres May 24, and the series is set six years after the events of “Camp Cretaceous.” Watch the official trailer from Netflix below.
While the other characters from “Camp Cretaceous” are back in the new series, what’s interesting here is that Jenna Ortega’s Brooklynn is not coming back. As the official “Chaos Theory” trailer reveals, Brooklynn was killed off between shows, with the character’s death kickstarting the “conspiracy thriller” events of this brand new Jurassic World sequel series.
Jenna Ortega had voiced Brooklynn for all five seasons of “Camp Cretaceous.”
In the CG-animated series from Universal, DreamWorks and Amblin Entertainment…
“Six years later, members of “The Nublar Six” are struggling to find their footing off the islands,...
“Jurassic World: Chaos Theory” premieres May 24, and the series is set six years after the events of “Camp Cretaceous.” Watch the official trailer from Netflix below.
While the other characters from “Camp Cretaceous” are back in the new series, what’s interesting here is that Jenna Ortega’s Brooklynn is not coming back. As the official “Chaos Theory” trailer reveals, Brooklynn was killed off between shows, with the character’s death kickstarting the “conspiracy thriller” events of this brand new Jurassic World sequel series.
Jenna Ortega had voiced Brooklynn for all five seasons of “Camp Cretaceous.”
In the CG-animated series from Universal, DreamWorks and Amblin Entertainment…
“Six years later, members of “The Nublar Six” are struggling to find their footing off the islands,...
- 4/30/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
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