An upsurge in directors starring in their own movies has seen mixed results. Lake Bell, Elia Suleiman and Viggo Mortensen explain the perks and pitfalls of being on both sides of the camera
Since the very first directorial cameos – George Méliès’ sorcerer-like appearances in The Vanishing Lady and Playing Cards in the 1890s – directors have often been unable to resist being in front of, as well as behind, the camera.” M Night Shyamalan, a film-maker notoriously eager to appear in his own work speaks for all these frustrated thespians: “It’s important for me to be a part of the film in some way […] I would love to play the lead role, but it’s physically impossible.”
An ever-growing league of multi-hyphenate actor-directors have, however, been proving Shyamalan wrong. Aside from the obvious heavyweights in 20th-century cinema who juggled on and off-camera personae, the past decade has seen a staggering...
Since the very first directorial cameos – George Méliès’ sorcerer-like appearances in The Vanishing Lady and Playing Cards in the 1890s – directors have often been unable to resist being in front of, as well as behind, the camera.” M Night Shyamalan, a film-maker notoriously eager to appear in his own work speaks for all these frustrated thespians: “It’s important for me to be a part of the film in some way […] I would love to play the lead role, but it’s physically impossible.”
An ever-growing league of multi-hyphenate actor-directors have, however, been proving Shyamalan wrong. Aside from the obvious heavyweights in 20th-century cinema who juggled on and off-camera personae, the past decade has seen a staggering...
- 10/29/2024
- by Miriam Balanescu
- The Guardian - Film News
Michael B. Jordan is one of the most exciting actors of his generation. Ever since breakout role as Wallace in "The Wire," Jordan has left a mark on every project he's been, with memorable roles in everything from soaps like "All My Children," to indie work like "Fruitvale Station" and even superhero fare like his excellent job as Killmonger in "Black Panther" — truly, every time Jordan collaborates with Ryan Coogler, they produce magic, which is why we absolutely can't wait for "Sinners." Then there's his directorial work in "Creed III," a fantastic film that brings anime aesthetics and rivalries to the popular boxing franchise.
Jordan is an example of why overnight success isn't really a thing with actors. Sure, there are roles that can give an actor a much bigger audience (and paycheck), but those don't happen in the blink of an eye. Instead, they are the product of years...
Jordan is an example of why overnight success isn't really a thing with actors. Sure, there are roles that can give an actor a much bigger audience (and paycheck), but those don't happen in the blink of an eye. Instead, they are the product of years...
- 10/28/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Two years ago, we heard that American Horror Story regular Sarah Paulson had signed on to star in a horror thriller called Dust, which would be released as a Hulu Original. That film has since made its way out into the world under the title Hold Your Breath, having been released through the Hulu streaming service on October 3rd – and not only do we have a review of the movie that can be read Here and press day interviews that can be found Here, but we also caught up with the cast and filmmakers when they were on the red carpet at the film’s premiere! JoBlo’s own Ryan Cultrera was able to speak with the film’s stars Sarah Paulson, Amiah Miller (War for the Planet of the Apes), and Alona Jane Robbins (Law & Order), directors William Joines and Karrie Crouse, plus Natasha Ofili of The Politician...
- 10/10/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Despite building the entire multiverse saga with Jonathan Majors’ Kang at the center, following his conviction earlier this year, the MCU opted to distance itself from the actor. While most felt the Comic Book juggernaut would lean towards a recast, which made sense considering how much they invested in Kang’s storyline, to fans’ surprise, Doctor Doom is now the new big bad of the MCU.
Jonathan Majors as Kang | Credit: MCU
However, it seems Majors’ antics outside the silver screen weren’t the lone contributing factor, as according to an insider, Marvel had little faith in the character, given the lukewarm reception to his previous appearances.
MCU’s Decision To Move On from Kang Reportedly Stemmed From the Lack of Hype A still from Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania | Credit: MCU
Keeping in mind that Ant-Man 3 was hyped up to be the major introduction of Jonathan Majors‘ Kang the Conqueror,...
Jonathan Majors as Kang | Credit: MCU
However, it seems Majors’ antics outside the silver screen weren’t the lone contributing factor, as according to an insider, Marvel had little faith in the character, given the lukewarm reception to his previous appearances.
MCU’s Decision To Move On from Kang Reportedly Stemmed From the Lack of Hype A still from Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania | Credit: MCU
Keeping in mind that Ant-Man 3 was hyped up to be the major introduction of Jonathan Majors‘ Kang the Conqueror,...
- 10/10/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
In a move that builds on Tom Ortenberg’s credentials as a provocative champion of contentious material, Briarcliff Entertainment has acquired US rights to Magazine Dreams – a film many thought might never see the light of day after star Jonathan Majors was convicted of charges related to domestic violence.
Briarcliff plans a theatrical release for Elijah Bynum’s acclaimed drama about a troubled, aspiring bodybuilder in the first quarter of 2025. CEO Ortenberg declared on Wednesday, “Jonathan Majors’ transcendent performance as Killian Maddox will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most compelling and transformative roles in recent cinema history.”
Searchlight Pictures...
Briarcliff plans a theatrical release for Elijah Bynum’s acclaimed drama about a troubled, aspiring bodybuilder in the first quarter of 2025. CEO Ortenberg declared on Wednesday, “Jonathan Majors’ transcendent performance as Killian Maddox will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most compelling and transformative roles in recent cinema history.”
Searchlight Pictures...
- 10/2/2024
- ScreenDaily
Rarely has the MCU ever had to deal with the PR nightmare that was Jonathan Majors’ indictment on charges of domestic violence. The court verdict immediately followed suit with Marvel Studios dropping the actor, essentially derailing their multiverse saga altogether.
Kang the Conqueror || Credit: Marvel Studios
While the actor lost out big after being removed from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, that is not necessarily the last time the actor will be seen on the big screen. After Creed III, another film, Magazine Dreams, which stars Jonathan Majors, has been set to release in the first quarter of 2025.
Briarcliff Entertainment is set to have Jonathan Majors appear on the big screen once again Jonathan Majors in Magazine Dreams || Credit: Briarcliff Entertainment
Jonathan Majors will get a chance to shine on the big screen again, thanks to Briarcliff Entertainment, which will be screening the 2023 film Magazine Dreams on the big screen in...
Kang the Conqueror || Credit: Marvel Studios
While the actor lost out big after being removed from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, that is not necessarily the last time the actor will be seen on the big screen. After Creed III, another film, Magazine Dreams, which stars Jonathan Majors, has been set to release in the first quarter of 2025.
Briarcliff Entertainment is set to have Jonathan Majors appear on the big screen once again Jonathan Majors in Magazine Dreams || Credit: Briarcliff Entertainment
Jonathan Majors will get a chance to shine on the big screen again, thanks to Briarcliff Entertainment, which will be screening the 2023 film Magazine Dreams on the big screen in...
- 10/2/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
“Magazine Dreams” is turning the page.
The drama, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2023, quickly became one of the most buzzed-about films at the festival and was promptly acquired by Searchlight Pictures. But after its star Jonathan Majors was found guilty of assault and harassment, the studio dropped the movie from its release schedule. It was initially thought of as a potential Oscar powerhouse, especially for Majors’ towering lead performance.
Now, Briarcliff Entertainment, which is releasing the similarly hot-button Donald Trump movie “The Apprentice” later this month, has acquired the rights to “Magazine Dreams.” Briarcliff is planning an early 2025 release.
The film is the directorial debut of writer Elijah Bynum, who recently co-wrote Lee Daniels’ Netflix horror movie “The Deliverance.” It follows a bodybuilder (Majors) who slips into a world of obsession and violence in his quest for body perfection. The movie also stars Haley Bennett, Taylour Paige,...
The drama, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2023, quickly became one of the most buzzed-about films at the festival and was promptly acquired by Searchlight Pictures. But after its star Jonathan Majors was found guilty of assault and harassment, the studio dropped the movie from its release schedule. It was initially thought of as a potential Oscar powerhouse, especially for Majors’ towering lead performance.
Now, Briarcliff Entertainment, which is releasing the similarly hot-button Donald Trump movie “The Apprentice” later this month, has acquired the rights to “Magazine Dreams.” Briarcliff is planning an early 2025 release.
The film is the directorial debut of writer Elijah Bynum, who recently co-wrote Lee Daniels’ Netflix horror movie “The Deliverance.” It follows a bodybuilder (Majors) who slips into a world of obsession and violence in his quest for body perfection. The movie also stars Haley Bennett, Taylour Paige,...
- 10/2/2024
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Once upon a time, Jonathan Majors was on the fast track to becoming one of the biggest new talents in Hollywood. With projects like Creed III and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Majors established himself as a blockbuster draw, but a film called Magazine Dreams was set to establish Majors as a heavyweight in the drama genre as well. Majors and his image would go through many trials and tribulations after facing assault and harassment charges and Magazine Dreams would be dropped by its original studio, Searchlight Pictures.
Deadline is now reporting that Briarcliff Entertainment has given Magazine Dreams a second chance at distribution. Briarcliff Entertainment purchased the rights to distribute the Jonathan Majors film with plans to release in the first quarter of 2025. Tom Ortenberg’s company seems to not shy away from movies that are plagued with controversy as they are also famously putting out a film depicting...
Deadline is now reporting that Briarcliff Entertainment has given Magazine Dreams a second chance at distribution. Briarcliff Entertainment purchased the rights to distribute the Jonathan Majors film with plans to release in the first quarter of 2025. Tom Ortenberg’s company seems to not shy away from movies that are plagued with controversy as they are also famously putting out a film depicting...
- 10/2/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Magazine Dreams, the drama that came out of Sundance with Oscar buzz for Jonathan Majors’ intense portrayal of a troubled aspiring bodybuilder, will finally get its chance to flex on movie screens.
Briarcliff Entertainment has acquired domestic distribution rights to the critically acclaimed film, with plans to release in the first quarter of 2025. This becomes the second quality hot-potato picture taken on by Tom Ortenberg’s Briarcliff, after the distributor acquired the Donald Trump-Roy Cohn coming-of-age drama The Apprentice. Conglomerate-connected distributors shunned that film after its provocative Cannes debut, but Briarcliff will release it in the heat of election season October 11. That film shows the lessons an aspiring real estate magnate learned after being taken under the wing of the reptilian lawyer who was once the right-hand man for Sen. Joseph McCarthy in the sensationalized communist witch hunt.
Ortenberg also distributed Spotlight, about the Boston Globe exposing...
Briarcliff Entertainment has acquired domestic distribution rights to the critically acclaimed film, with plans to release in the first quarter of 2025. This becomes the second quality hot-potato picture taken on by Tom Ortenberg’s Briarcliff, after the distributor acquired the Donald Trump-Roy Cohn coming-of-age drama The Apprentice. Conglomerate-connected distributors shunned that film after its provocative Cannes debut, but Briarcliff will release it in the heat of election season October 11. That film shows the lessons an aspiring real estate magnate learned after being taken under the wing of the reptilian lawyer who was once the right-hand man for Sen. Joseph McCarthy in the sensationalized communist witch hunt.
Ortenberg also distributed Spotlight, about the Boston Globe exposing...
- 10/2/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Ryan Coogler is once again perfectly showcasing his exceptional skills as a visionary, continuing to leave that star-struck impression on fans he is so famous for creating. This time around, the director famed for his Black Panther saga has collaborated with A-listers Michael B. Jordan and Hailee Steinfeld for his next big project: Sinners, a gothic supernatural horror piece.
Ryan Coogler. | Credits: Gage Skidmore/Cca-by-sa-2.0/Wikimedia Commons.
Set for a release in March 2025, the film is inevitably still pretty far away from being witnessed by fans and horror lovers. And yet, fans are already anticipating it as strongly as ever – all because of its recently released trailer. If anything, the way this trailer is designed is exactly what the MCU and the rest of Hollywood pieces need to build all the hype required around the projects.
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners Trailer is Enough to Build All the Hype It...
Ryan Coogler. | Credits: Gage Skidmore/Cca-by-sa-2.0/Wikimedia Commons.
Set for a release in March 2025, the film is inevitably still pretty far away from being witnessed by fans and horror lovers. And yet, fans are already anticipating it as strongly as ever – all because of its recently released trailer. If anything, the way this trailer is designed is exactly what the MCU and the rest of Hollywood pieces need to build all the hype required around the projects.
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners Trailer is Enough to Build All the Hype It...
- 9/25/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The Trailer for Michael B. Jordan’s Vampire Film ‘Sinners’ Is Out Before ‘Blade’ Even Begins Filming
Michael B. Jordan is back in action with his “Black Panther” writer/director Ryan Coogler.
The trailer for “Sinners,” the highly-anticipated vampire movie from the MCU duo, is officially out years before the long-awaited “Blade” remake. “Sinners” has been positioned as the non-mcu-sanctioned take on the “Blade” comics. While Coogler has made two Marvel films (the “Black Panther” features), “Sinners” is entirely separate from the franchise — and probably for the best.
Marvel’s “Blade” starring Mahershala Ali was first announced in 2019. Since then, it’s had a rotating door of writers and directors.
Coogler and Jordan first collaborated on “Fruitvale Station,” and then moved on to “Creed.” Jordan later made his directorial debut with “Creed III.”
“Sinners,” again written and directed by Coogler, centers on twin brothers — both played by Jordan — who return to their New Orleans hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.
The trailer for “Sinners,” the highly-anticipated vampire movie from the MCU duo, is officially out years before the long-awaited “Blade” remake. “Sinners” has been positioned as the non-mcu-sanctioned take on the “Blade” comics. While Coogler has made two Marvel films (the “Black Panther” features), “Sinners” is entirely separate from the franchise — and probably for the best.
Marvel’s “Blade” starring Mahershala Ali was first announced in 2019. Since then, it’s had a rotating door of writers and directors.
Coogler and Jordan first collaborated on “Fruitvale Station,” and then moved on to “Creed.” Jordan later made his directorial debut with “Creed III.”
“Sinners,” again written and directed by Coogler, centers on twin brothers — both played by Jordan — who return to their New Orleans hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.
- 9/24/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Ryan Coogler has put Michael B. Jordan in the boxing ring and transported him to Wakanda. Now he is putting him in an entirely new situation in the first trailer for Sinners, the vampire feature coming from Warner Bros.
In the mysterious preview, Jordan’s Smoke says via voiceover, “I’ve been all over this world. I’ve seen men die in ways, I ain’t even know was possible.”
He adds, over footage of people running from some unseen danger and someone showing up at church with their face scratched, “Of all the things that I’ve seen, I ain’t ever seen no demons, no ghosts, no magic — ’til now.”
The trailer ends with Jordan leading a group of people ready to fight as a preacher says, “You keep dancing with the devil, and one day he’s going to follow you home.”
The synopsis, which teases a “new vision of fear,...
In the mysterious preview, Jordan’s Smoke says via voiceover, “I’ve been all over this world. I’ve seen men die in ways, I ain’t even know was possible.”
He adds, over footage of people running from some unseen danger and someone showing up at church with their face scratched, “Of all the things that I’ve seen, I ain’t ever seen no demons, no ghosts, no magic — ’til now.”
The trailer ends with Jordan leading a group of people ready to fight as a preacher says, “You keep dancing with the devil, and one day he’s going to follow you home.”
The synopsis, which teases a “new vision of fear,...
- 9/24/2024
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Sinners” is near.
The new Ryan Coogler film, which stars his longtime collaborator Michael B. Jordan, isn’t coming out until March 7, 2025 and has been shrouded in secrecy ever since cameras rolled. But a brand new teaser trailer, which you can watch below, is enough to give us a good idea of what to expect. And it is wild.
In “Sinners,” Jordan plays twin vampire brothers who return to their hometown in an attempt to start over. Once there, they discover something even more evil has taken root – the Ku Klux Klan (Jack O’Connell plays the evil racist baddie). The movie is set in 1930s Jim Crow South, with production taking place in New Orleans earlier this year — but this being a Coogler film, it’s filled with the kind of rich detail that brings history to life. And the concept both feels fun and cool while also rich enough...
The new Ryan Coogler film, which stars his longtime collaborator Michael B. Jordan, isn’t coming out until March 7, 2025 and has been shrouded in secrecy ever since cameras rolled. But a brand new teaser trailer, which you can watch below, is enough to give us a good idea of what to expect. And it is wild.
In “Sinners,” Jordan plays twin vampire brothers who return to their hometown in an attempt to start over. Once there, they discover something even more evil has taken root – the Ku Klux Klan (Jack O’Connell plays the evil racist baddie). The movie is set in 1930s Jim Crow South, with production taking place in New Orleans earlier this year — but this being a Coogler film, it’s filled with the kind of rich detail that brings history to life. And the concept both feels fun and cool while also rich enough...
- 9/24/2024
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Acclaimed actor Michael B. Jordan will reunite with director Ryan Coogler for their latest film “Sinners,” set for release next March. The supernatural horror movie takes place in the 1930s American South and blends historical elements with otherworldly forces. Jordan and Coogler have collaborated successfully on several previous projects together including “Fruitvale Station,” the “Creed” franchise, and Marvel’s “Black Panther” films.
Details about the plot remain vague, though trailers show Jordan portraying a bootlegger from the World War I era who encounters strange happenings he can’t explain. His character warns in a voiceover “I ain’t seen no demons, no ghosts, no magic – till now.” The community faces a sinister threat while the precise nature of the danger stays mysterious. Scenes depict terrified residents fleeing and a preacher cautioning that associating with evil will lead it to follow you home.
The all-star cast also includes Delroy Lindo, Jack O’Connell,...
Details about the plot remain vague, though trailers show Jordan portraying a bootlegger from the World War I era who encounters strange happenings he can’t explain. His character warns in a voiceover “I ain’t seen no demons, no ghosts, no magic – till now.” The community faces a sinister threat while the precise nature of the danger stays mysterious. Scenes depict terrified residents fleeing and a preacher cautioning that associating with evil will lead it to follow you home.
The all-star cast also includes Delroy Lindo, Jack O’Connell,...
- 9/24/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan’s fifth collaboration has been shrouded in secrecy since it was announced in January. Now eager film fans are getting their first look at “Sinners” — and all its bloody goodness. The film opens March 7, 2025 from Warner Bros.
The highly-anticipated horror thriller is based on an original script by Coogler, with the project set in the 1930s Jim Crow era-South and filmed earlier this year in the New Orleans area. But beyond those basic details, everything about the project — from the title to its plot — had been kept under wraps. Then, on Monday, the supernatural thriller was announced to be titled “Sinners.” Later, Jordan shared the film’s poster on social media, with the caption, “Dance with the devil…and he’ll follow you home.”
The film’s official description sets the scene: “Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Jordan) return to their hometown to start again,...
The highly-anticipated horror thriller is based on an original script by Coogler, with the project set in the 1930s Jim Crow era-South and filmed earlier this year in the New Orleans area. But beyond those basic details, everything about the project — from the title to its plot — had been kept under wraps. Then, on Monday, the supernatural thriller was announced to be titled “Sinners.” Later, Jordan shared the film’s poster on social media, with the caption, “Dance with the devil…and he’ll follow you home.”
The film’s official description sets the scene: “Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers (Jordan) return to their hometown to start again,...
- 9/24/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Ryan Coogler’s new event movie at Warner Bros. starring Michael B. Jordan has landed a title, Sinners. The announcement was made on social media and also teased a trailer coming tomorrow. Coogler wrote and directed the pic with Jordan on board to star.
Coogler also penned the script with the plot being under wraps. The film is set to bow on March 7, 2025.
Coogler is producing with Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian. The executive producers are two-time Oscar-winning composer Ludwig Goransson, Rebecca Cho and Will Greenfield.
Deadline first told you about the latest Coogler and Jordan project, which Warners won in a heated bidding war.
Coogler and Jordan began their collaboration on Fruitvale Station and continued through to Creed and Marvel’s Black Panther. The project also marks the second of Coogler and Jordan’s that Warner Bros Film Group co-chairs and CEOs Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy have championed,...
Coogler also penned the script with the plot being under wraps. The film is set to bow on March 7, 2025.
Coogler is producing with Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian. The executive producers are two-time Oscar-winning composer Ludwig Goransson, Rebecca Cho and Will Greenfield.
Deadline first told you about the latest Coogler and Jordan project, which Warners won in a heated bidding war.
Coogler and Jordan began their collaboration on Fruitvale Station and continued through to Creed and Marvel’s Black Panther. The project also marks the second of Coogler and Jordan’s that Warner Bros Film Group co-chairs and CEOs Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy have championed,...
- 9/23/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Sylvester Stallone has been a Hollywood staple for five full decades at this point. Dating back to his first turn as the underdog boxer Rocky Balboa in 1972's "Rocky," the actor has been a mainstay of the screen. Like any actor who has managed to stay in the game this long, Stallone has had his ups and downs, but he's still here and still relevant more than 50 years later. But what is the best movie that Stallone has ever been in? What is the defining moment of the actor's varied filmography?
Not that Rotten Tomatoes is the be-all, end-all for such a discussion, but the review aggregator is a measuring stick often used in the modern era. Well, according to Rotten Tomatoes, 2015's "Creed" stands tall above the rest of Stallone's films with a 95% approval rating. That is not all that surprising when we break it down (more on that...
Not that Rotten Tomatoes is the be-all, end-all for such a discussion, but the review aggregator is a measuring stick often used in the modern era. Well, according to Rotten Tomatoes, 2015's "Creed" stands tall above the rest of Stallone's films with a 95% approval rating. That is not all that surprising when we break it down (more on that...
- 9/15/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
On screen, we’ve already seen Michael B. Jordan conduct an art heist of sorts – that brilliantly memorable museum scene in Black Panther, in which his Killmonger liberates artefacts shamelessly nabbed by the British during colonial rule. Now, get ready for a different kind of Jordan-pilfers-precious-art outing – the man is getting ready to step into the shoes of Steve McQueen and Pierce Brosnan, as the latest incarnation of super-smooth criminal mastermind Thomas Crown. A new take on The Thomas Crown Affair is officially on the way – with Jordan not only set to take the title role (a notion that's been hanging around in Hollywood since 2016), but also to direct.
As reported by Deadline, Jordan is lining up his second feature as director, following Creed III – and the new Thomas Crown looks set to be it. He’ll be producing via his Outline Society production banner for Amazon MGM Studios – with...
As reported by Deadline, Jordan is lining up his second feature as director, following Creed III – and the new Thomas Crown looks set to be it. He’ll be producing via his Outline Society production banner for Amazon MGM Studios – with...
- 9/12/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Jonathan Majors is reportedly struggling financially after his long legal battle. Majors was convicted of misdemeanor, assault, and harassment last year, resulting in his firing from the MCU. Meagan Good, his girlfriend, has stood by him throughout the tough times and is allegedly paying off thousands of dollars for Majors’ bills.
Jonathan Majors as Kang in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania | Credits: Marvel Studios
According to an insider report, Meagan Good is allegedly paying a $75,000 bill for dog training and his child support payments. Fans are shocked at the fall of the actor who was once considered the next big thing in the MCU. Majors has landed his first role since the trial in Martin Villeneuve’s Merciless.
Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good’s Net Worth Comparison Meagan Good in a still from Shazam! Fury of the Gods | Credits: DC Films/Warner Bros.
Jonathan Majors‘ net worth saw a...
Jonathan Majors as Kang in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania | Credits: Marvel Studios
According to an insider report, Meagan Good is allegedly paying a $75,000 bill for dog training and his child support payments. Fans are shocked at the fall of the actor who was once considered the next big thing in the MCU. Majors has landed his first role since the trial in Martin Villeneuve’s Merciless.
Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good’s Net Worth Comparison Meagan Good in a still from Shazam! Fury of the Gods | Credits: DC Films/Warner Bros.
Jonathan Majors‘ net worth saw a...
- 9/12/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Michael B. Jordan wird bei dem dritten „Thomas Crown Affair“ nicht nur die Hauptrolle übernehmen und produzieren, sondern auch Regie führen. Amazon MGM plant einen exklusiven Kinostart.
Michael B. Jordan, hier bei der Premiere von „Creed III“, wird „Thomas Crown Affair“ inszenieren (Credit: Imago / Zuma Press Wire)
Nach einem Drehbuch von Drew Pearce wird Michael B. Jordan für Amazon MGM „Thomas Crown Affair“ inszenieren, für den das Studio nach Angaben von US-Branchenmedien einen exklusiven Kinostart plant.
In der dritten Verfilmung des Stoffes um einen Börsianer, der in seiner Freizeit beim Raub von Kunstwerken den Nervenkitzel sucht, in einer Versicherungsdetektivin aber eine erbitterte Gegnerin findet, in die er sich dann verliebt, wird Jordan auch die Hauptrolle übernehmen und im Rahmen eines First-Look-Deals seiner Firma Outlier Society mit Amazon MGM zusammen mit Elizabeth Raposo auch produzieren.
Als weitere Produzenten sind Patrick McCormick und Marc Toberoff an Bord. Alan Trustman, Drehbuch der ersten...
Michael B. Jordan, hier bei der Premiere von „Creed III“, wird „Thomas Crown Affair“ inszenieren (Credit: Imago / Zuma Press Wire)
Nach einem Drehbuch von Drew Pearce wird Michael B. Jordan für Amazon MGM „Thomas Crown Affair“ inszenieren, für den das Studio nach Angaben von US-Branchenmedien einen exklusiven Kinostart plant.
In der dritten Verfilmung des Stoffes um einen Börsianer, der in seiner Freizeit beim Raub von Kunstwerken den Nervenkitzel sucht, in einer Versicherungsdetektivin aber eine erbitterte Gegnerin findet, in die er sich dann verliebt, wird Jordan auch die Hauptrolle übernehmen und im Rahmen eines First-Look-Deals seiner Firma Outlier Society mit Amazon MGM zusammen mit Elizabeth Raposo auch produzieren.
Als weitere Produzenten sind Patrick McCormick und Marc Toberoff an Bord. Alan Trustman, Drehbuch der ersten...
- 9/12/2024
- by Jochen Müller
- Spot - Media & Film
Creed’s Michael B Jordan will direct and star in a remake of The Thomas Crown Affair, and here are the details.
Since his star making performance in Ryan Coogler’s 2013 drama Fruitvale Station, Michael B. Jordan has taken on an eclectic range of films. He’s gone from starring opposite Chadwick Boseman in Marvel’s Black Panther to headlining Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky sequel Creed trilogy, making his directorial debut with 2023’s Creed 3. A fourth Creed film is reportedly in development.
According to Deadline, Jordan has closed a deal with Amazon MGM Studios and Outlier Society to direct and star in a remake of classic thriller The Thomas Crown Affair – this would be the third take on the material, with the first emerging in 1968.
Drew Pearce has written the remake’s script, rewriting a previous draft by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson, which is based on the original film.
Since his star making performance in Ryan Coogler’s 2013 drama Fruitvale Station, Michael B. Jordan has taken on an eclectic range of films. He’s gone from starring opposite Chadwick Boseman in Marvel’s Black Panther to headlining Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky sequel Creed trilogy, making his directorial debut with 2023’s Creed 3. A fourth Creed film is reportedly in development.
According to Deadline, Jordan has closed a deal with Amazon MGM Studios and Outlier Society to direct and star in a remake of classic thriller The Thomas Crown Affair – this would be the third take on the material, with the first emerging in 1968.
Drew Pearce has written the remake’s script, rewriting a previous draft by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson, which is based on the original film.
- 9/12/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
Hollywood star Michael B. Jordan is taking on directing and starring duties in a new movie adaptation of “The Thomas Crown Affair.” This marks Jordan’s second time in the director’s chair after the successful “Creed III” released earlier this year. The film will be distributed through Amazon MGM Studios.
Jordan will produce the movie through his Outlier Society production company as part of an agreement with Amazon. Writer Drew Pearce will draft the screenplay based on previous work. “The Thomas Crown Affair” was previously adapted into movies in 1968 and 1999. Both versions followed a wealthy businessman who steals art for fun and gets caught up in romance during the heists.
Jordan first became interested in the project back in 2016 after starring in the first “Creed” movie. Now with one directing job under his belt, he is ready to put his own vision on the charismatic criminal character. Production is gearing up to start,...
Jordan will produce the movie through his Outlier Society production company as part of an agreement with Amazon. Writer Drew Pearce will draft the screenplay based on previous work. “The Thomas Crown Affair” was previously adapted into movies in 1968 and 1999. Both versions followed a wealthy businessman who steals art for fun and gets caught up in romance during the heists.
Jordan first became interested in the project back in 2016 after starring in the first “Creed” movie. Now with one directing job under his belt, he is ready to put his own vision on the charismatic criminal character. Production is gearing up to start,...
- 9/11/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
Michael B. Jordan is following in the footsteps of Steve McQueen and Pierce Brosnan, as he will star in and direct a remake of “The Thomas Crown Affair” for Amazon MGM.
The new project reunites Jordan with MGM after the release of his directorial debut “Creed III,” which was a box office success last year with $276 million grossed worldwide. Jordan will produce alongside Elizabeth Raposo through his production company Outlier Society, which has a first-look deal with Amazon MGM.
Released in 1968 and directed by Norman Jewison, “The Thomas Crown Affair” starred McQueen as an art thief who falls in love with an insurance investigator, played by Faye Dunaway, hired to track him down. John McTiernan then directed a remake in 1999 starring Brosnan and Rene Russo in the lead roles.
Drew Pearce will write the script for the new “Affair” from a previous draft by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson. Patrick McCormick...
The new project reunites Jordan with MGM after the release of his directorial debut “Creed III,” which was a box office success last year with $276 million grossed worldwide. Jordan will produce alongside Elizabeth Raposo through his production company Outlier Society, which has a first-look deal with Amazon MGM.
Released in 1968 and directed by Norman Jewison, “The Thomas Crown Affair” starred McQueen as an art thief who falls in love with an insurance investigator, played by Faye Dunaway, hired to track him down. John McTiernan then directed a remake in 1999 starring Brosnan and Rene Russo in the lead roles.
Drew Pearce will write the script for the new “Affair” from a previous draft by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson. Patrick McCormick...
- 9/11/2024
- by Jeremy Fuster
- The Wrap
Michael B. Jordan has selected his sophomore directorial effort, opting to helm a reimagining of “The Thomas Crown Affair.” Jordan had already been reported to be starring in the Amazon MGM Studios production back in 2016.
“Thomas Crown Affair” will get a worldwide theatrical release. Jordan is producing via his Outlier Society banner alongside Elizabeth Raposo. Plot details are under wraps, but Jordan will direct from a script by Drew Pearce. A previous draft was written by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson, which was based on the original 1968 film starring Steve McQueen.
Patrick McCormick and Marc Toberoff will also serve as producers on “Thomas Crown Affair.” Alan Trustman, writer of the 1968 film, is an executive producer. This new movie is the third version of the classic romantic heist story, after the 1999 remake starring Pierce Brosnan and Rene Russo.
Outlier Society has both a first-look film deal and overall television deal with...
“Thomas Crown Affair” will get a worldwide theatrical release. Jordan is producing via his Outlier Society banner alongside Elizabeth Raposo. Plot details are under wraps, but Jordan will direct from a script by Drew Pearce. A previous draft was written by Wes Tooke and Justin Britt-Gibson, which was based on the original 1968 film starring Steve McQueen.
Patrick McCormick and Marc Toberoff will also serve as producers on “Thomas Crown Affair.” Alan Trustman, writer of the 1968 film, is an executive producer. This new movie is the third version of the classic romantic heist story, after the 1999 remake starring Pierce Brosnan and Rene Russo.
Outlier Society has both a first-look film deal and overall television deal with...
- 9/11/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Michael B. Jordan is lining up his sophomore feature as a director after helming the hit Creed III. Jordan will direct and star in The Thomas Crown Affair for Amazon MGM Studios, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
The feature reteams Jordan with his Creed III studio after the film earned $276.1 million globally. The star has long eyed Thomas Crown, first attaching himself as an actor in 2016. In addition to acting and directing, he will also produce via his Outlier Society along with Elizabeth Raposo. His banner has a first-look film deal and an overall TV deal with the studio.
Amazon MGM intends to give the film an exclusive, global run in movie theaters.
The series dates back to Norman Jewison’s 1968 original, starring Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway. McQueen played a wealthy businessman who happened to be a bank robber on the side, and when an insurance investigator (Dunaway) got on his trail,...
The feature reteams Jordan with his Creed III studio after the film earned $276.1 million globally. The star has long eyed Thomas Crown, first attaching himself as an actor in 2016. In addition to acting and directing, he will also produce via his Outlier Society along with Elizabeth Raposo. His banner has a first-look film deal and an overall TV deal with the studio.
Amazon MGM intends to give the film an exclusive, global run in movie theaters.
The series dates back to Norman Jewison’s 1968 original, starring Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway. McQueen played a wealthy businessman who happened to be a bank robber on the side, and when an insurance investigator (Dunaway) got on his trail,...
- 9/11/2024
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: After breaking box office records for a directing debut with Creed III, Michael B. Jordan looks to have lined up his next high-profile helming gig. Sources tell Deadline that Jordan has signed to direct Thomas Crown Affair for Amazon MGM Studios, which will release the film exclusively in theaters worldwide.
As previously reported, Jordan is also set to star in the film as well as produce via his Outlier Society banner alongside Elizabeth Raposo. Outlier Society has a first-look film deal and overall TV deal at Amazon MGM.
This marks the third Thomas Crown Affair pic, with the most recent bowing in 1999, when Pierce Brosnan played the rich playboy who enjoys stealing art for a hobby but meets his match in an insurance investigator (Rene Russo), who quickly fall for each other. The original 1968 movie paired Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway and was directed by Norman Jewison.
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As previously reported, Jordan is also set to star in the film as well as produce via his Outlier Society banner alongside Elizabeth Raposo. Outlier Society has a first-look film deal and overall TV deal at Amazon MGM.
This marks the third Thomas Crown Affair pic, with the most recent bowing in 1999, when Pierce Brosnan played the rich playboy who enjoys stealing art for a hobby but meets his match in an insurance investigator (Rene Russo), who quickly fall for each other. The original 1968 movie paired Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway and was directed by Norman Jewison.
Related: Norman...
- 9/11/2024
- by Justin Kroll and Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Barring the occasional doorstep TMZ video or red carpet event appearance, the public hasn’t seen much of 34-year-old actor Jonathan Majors lately. The Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania star was sentenced in April to a 52-week domestic violence intervention program after being convicted of reckless assault in the third degree and harassment in December after an altercation with his then-girlfriend. The performer was ordered to continue mental health counseling and therapy and provide the court with updates on treatment.
Majors’ Sundance 2023 film Magazine Dreams, initially considered an awards contender, was dropped by Searchlight Pictures, as was his supervillain character Kang the Conqueror from the continuing Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Robert Downey Jr. was rehired by Disney’s comic book movie behemoth to step in as Dr. Victor von Doom for “significantly more than $80 million” over two films.)
But don’t count Majors out yet. On Sunday, Sept. 15, two days after his first treatment compliance date,...
Majors’ Sundance 2023 film Magazine Dreams, initially considered an awards contender, was dropped by Searchlight Pictures, as was his supervillain character Kang the Conqueror from the continuing Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Robert Downey Jr. was rehired by Disney’s comic book movie behemoth to step in as Dr. Victor von Doom for “significantly more than $80 million” over two films.)
But don’t count Majors out yet. On Sunday, Sept. 15, two days after his first treatment compliance date,...
- 9/11/2024
- by Jordan Hoffman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Jude Law’s new film “The Order” had its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival where it received enthusiastic applause from the audience. The crime thriller about a 1980s white supremacist group resonated strongly with viewers. During the seven minute standing ovation for the film, the cast and crew were praised for their impactful work addressing extremism.
Directed by Justin Kurzel, “The Order” explores the true story of neo-Nazi leader Bob Matthews who aimed to overthrow the US government. Law plays an FBI agent investigating a series of bank robberies in the Pacific Northwest that trace back to Matthews. When asked about the film’s relevance, Law said “it felt like a piece of work that needed to be made now.” The story from the past draws parallels to divisions in society today.
Kurzel echoed this, describing the film as a “warning shot of what has been and what may come.
Directed by Justin Kurzel, “The Order” explores the true story of neo-Nazi leader Bob Matthews who aimed to overthrow the US government. Law plays an FBI agent investigating a series of bank robberies in the Pacific Northwest that trace back to Matthews. When asked about the film’s relevance, Law said “it felt like a piece of work that needed to be made now.” The story from the past draws parallels to divisions in society today.
Kurzel echoed this, describing the film as a “warning shot of what has been and what may come.
- 9/3/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
“It’s like Lady And The Tramp but with real people,” Sylvester Stallone says of his in-progress Rocky prequel script.
Creed help keep the Rocky flame alive for a generation of movie-goers, but franchise star and creator Sylvester Stallone has said he’s working on a prequel that will explore Balboa’s early years.
Speaking on the Inspire Me! podcast (via World of Reel), Stallone revealed that his script is a working progress, adding that “I wrote a few pages of it and it just seems to write itself.”
The actor and filmmaker than said that his prequel would catch up with Robert ‘Rocky’ Balboa while he’s still a teenager. Stallone suggested we’d see “Adrian at 15, Rocky at 17, Paulie, moving to a new neighbourhood, Rocky’s a bad boy.”
The veteran action star also said his prequel was “almost like Lady And The Tramp but with real people...
Creed help keep the Rocky flame alive for a generation of movie-goers, but franchise star and creator Sylvester Stallone has said he’s working on a prequel that will explore Balboa’s early years.
Speaking on the Inspire Me! podcast (via World of Reel), Stallone revealed that his script is a working progress, adding that “I wrote a few pages of it and it just seems to write itself.”
The actor and filmmaker than said that his prequel would catch up with Robert ‘Rocky’ Balboa while he’s still a teenager. Stallone suggested we’d see “Adrian at 15, Rocky at 17, Paulie, moving to a new neighbourhood, Rocky’s a bad boy.”
The veteran action star also said his prequel was “almost like Lady And The Tramp but with real people...
- 9/2/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece– inspired Netflix’s live-action adaptation became a global sensation, breaking the long anime-adaptation curse. Following One Piece‘s success, many fans are eager to witness their favorite anime adaptation to a live-action series. With Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto being the most recognized anime after One Piece, fans have high expectations from the upcoming Naruto Live-Action movie.
It has been a few years since the movie was announced, keeping Naruto fans eagerly anticipating its release window. Masashi Kishimoto has often expressed his interest in working on Naruto’s live-action adaptation, placing a significant responsibility on director Destin Daniel Cretton to meet those high-end fans’ expectations.
Sasuke Uchiha vs. Naruto Uzumaki | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Interestingly, Naruto fans have been very vocal about their expectation, especially regarding the choice of actors for key roles. After Naruto, Orochimaru, and Sasuke, there’s another Hollywood Star who has emerged as...
It has been a few years since the movie was announced, keeping Naruto fans eagerly anticipating its release window. Masashi Kishimoto has often expressed his interest in working on Naruto’s live-action adaptation, placing a significant responsibility on director Destin Daniel Cretton to meet those high-end fans’ expectations.
Sasuke Uchiha vs. Naruto Uzumaki | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Interestingly, Naruto fans have been very vocal about their expectation, especially regarding the choice of actors for key roles. After Naruto, Orochimaru, and Sasuke, there’s another Hollywood Star who has emerged as...
- 8/26/2024
- by Mehul Rolta
- FandomWire
The movie is likely to head to MGM+ over Prime Video, but when?
If a billionaire invited you to his private island, how could you say no? Especially if he looks like Channing Tatum? Audiences will have to confront that question when watching “Blink Twice,” the new thriller premiering in theaters on Friday, Aug. 23. Keep reading for The Streamable’s prediction on when you’ll be able to stream it at home!
Key Details: “Blink Twice” has compiled a 78% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, with special praise for first-time director Zoë Kravitz. The film is distributed under the MGM label, and will likely stream on the MGM+ App first. It’s quite likely that “Blink Twice” will take at least 90 days to arrive on MGM+. 7-Day Free Trial $6.99+ / month via amazon.com Watch the Trailer for ‘Blink Twice’:
“Blink Twice” stars Tatum as Slater King, a billionaire tech mogul...
If a billionaire invited you to his private island, how could you say no? Especially if he looks like Channing Tatum? Audiences will have to confront that question when watching “Blink Twice,” the new thriller premiering in theaters on Friday, Aug. 23. Keep reading for The Streamable’s prediction on when you’ll be able to stream it at home!
Key Details: “Blink Twice” has compiled a 78% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, with special praise for first-time director Zoë Kravitz. The film is distributed under the MGM label, and will likely stream on the MGM+ App first. It’s quite likely that “Blink Twice” will take at least 90 days to arrive on MGM+. 7-Day Free Trial $6.99+ / month via amazon.com Watch the Trailer for ‘Blink Twice’:
“Blink Twice” stars Tatum as Slater King, a billionaire tech mogul...
- 8/23/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Meagan Good made an exciting appearance at the premiere of the Lifetime movie Terry McMillan Presents: Forever this week, showcasing her sexy red carpet style. As Good promotes her role in the rom-com, her high-profile relationship with Jonathan Majors takes center stage.
Taye Diggs and Meagan Good at the ‘Forever’ premiere on August 20, 2024 | Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Lifetime
Good and Majors made a joint appearance at LA’s DGA Theater Complex on August 20, 2024. Majors, 34, known for his Marvel roles, and Good, 42, have notably excluded each other from most of their social media posts. However, the couple of over one year displayed several moments of Pda at the Forever premiere.
Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors on August 20, 2024 in LA | Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Lifetime
Forever stars Good and Taye Diggs as a local policewoman and veteran, respectively. When Johnnie (Diggs) returns to his hometown, he falls for Carlie (Good...
Taye Diggs and Meagan Good at the ‘Forever’ premiere on August 20, 2024 | Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Lifetime
Good and Majors made a joint appearance at LA’s DGA Theater Complex on August 20, 2024. Majors, 34, known for his Marvel roles, and Good, 42, have notably excluded each other from most of their social media posts. However, the couple of over one year displayed several moments of Pda at the Forever premiere.
Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors on August 20, 2024 in LA | Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Lifetime
Forever stars Good and Taye Diggs as a local policewoman and veteran, respectively. When Johnnie (Diggs) returns to his hometown, he falls for Carlie (Good...
- 8/22/2024
- by Ali Hicks
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Earlier today, we shared the news that It’s What’s Inside, a horror film executive produced by Fear the Walking Dead cast member Colman Domingo, is set to be released through the Netflix streaming service on October 4th. Now Netflix has announced the premiere date for another of their collaborations with Domingo, a thriller series called The Madness! This one will be coming along just under two months after the release of It’s What’s Inside, as all eight episodes of The Madness will be available to watch on Netflix as of November 28th. That date happens to be Thanksgiving day this year, so a press release notes that “the series will be a perfect binge watch during the long holiday weekend!” Along with the premiere date announcement comes the unveiling of a batch of first look images, which can be seen in this article.
Created by playwright Stephen Belber, who also...
Created by playwright Stephen Belber, who also...
- 8/22/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Casting Society (CSA) on Tuesday announced that the 40th Annual Artios Awards honoring casting professionals will be held on February 12, 2025 jointly at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills and the Edison Ballroom in New York City – with a London venue yet to be revealed. It also unveiled its newly-elected Board of Directors for 2024-25.
The current CSA president Destiny Lilly said, “I am privileged to continue my role as President of CSA, especially as we prepare to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Artios Awards, a wonderful milestone in our ongoing mission to support and spotlight the contributions of casting professionals globally. Our shift to the February ceremony date allows us to position the nominees and winners as influential precursors to the Academy Awards, where Casting will debut as an award in 2026.”
SEE2024 Artios Awards winners: Casting Society honors ‘Barbie,’ ‘Killers of the Flower Moon,’ ‘The Holdovers’…
The 2024-2025 CSA...
The current CSA president Destiny Lilly said, “I am privileged to continue my role as President of CSA, especially as we prepare to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Artios Awards, a wonderful milestone in our ongoing mission to support and spotlight the contributions of casting professionals globally. Our shift to the February ceremony date allows us to position the nominees and winners as influential precursors to the Academy Awards, where Casting will debut as an award in 2026.”
SEE2024 Artios Awards winners: Casting Society honors ‘Barbie,’ ‘Killers of the Flower Moon,’ ‘The Holdovers’…
The 2024-2025 CSA...
- 8/21/2024
- by Ray Richmond
- Gold Derby
It may have been "Deadpool & Wolverine" dominating the conversation for the last few weeks, but this year's late summer surprise is unquestionably "It Ends With Us." Directed by Justin Baldoni and starring Blake Lively, the adaptation of Colleen Hoover's best-selling novel of the same name had a monster $50 million opening weekend, breaking a 34-year-old box office record in the process. For a movie with a $25 million budget, it's an instant hit. In Hollywood, that almost always means a sequel. That certainly seems to be in the cards in this case, although it now appear that Lively has her sights set on the director's chair for the potential follow-up.
A recent report from People offered a rundown of the situation. While we won't get into it too deeply here, "It Ends With Us" is rumored to have been plagued with drama behind the scenes, particularly between Baldoni and the cast.
A recent report from People offered a rundown of the situation. While we won't get into it too deeply here, "It Ends With Us" is rumored to have been plagued with drama behind the scenes, particularly between Baldoni and the cast.
- 8/13/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Against the current of the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe, a stream of excitement has surged with recent reports that Robert Downey Jr. is set to don a new mantle as Doctor Doom. Sure, this has rekindled the spark in the hearts of fans worldwide. Have we ever expected or witnessed such a remarkable comeback?
Well, as many leap for joy, Jonathan Majors harbors a bittersweet sentiment, his own hopes as Kang left in the dust as he lost his Marvel villain role to the Iron Man star. Downey Jr., 59, announced his casting of Doctor Doom, the primary antagonist in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars at San Diego Comic-Con last weekend.
Jonathan Majors in Creed III (2023) | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
In a Tuesday interview with TMZ, Majors revealed his thoughts on the casting announcement. The actor, 34, expressed his confusion when asked whether it was unfair that he didn’t get the...
Well, as many leap for joy, Jonathan Majors harbors a bittersweet sentiment, his own hopes as Kang left in the dust as he lost his Marvel villain role to the Iron Man star. Downey Jr., 59, announced his casting of Doctor Doom, the primary antagonist in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars at San Diego Comic-Con last weekend.
Jonathan Majors in Creed III (2023) | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
In a Tuesday interview with TMZ, Majors revealed his thoughts on the casting announcement. The actor, 34, expressed his confusion when asked whether it was unfair that he didn’t get the...
- 8/1/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
It’s almost August, which means two things: It’s the last month of the summer movie season, and we’re into the traditional “Dog Days of Summer” when studios often dump a lot of crap in hopes that moviegoers, at least those not taking their last-minute vacations, might go see them. Oddly, this month we also have a number of original films with just two franchise reboots, and a couple movies based on popular books and one video game. Read on for Gold Derby’s August 2024 box office preview.
“Alien: Romulus” (20th Century – Aug. 16)
Uruguyan filmmaker Fede Alvarez (“Don’t Breathe”) is the latest director to take over this long-running horror sci-fi franchise that began all the way back in 1979 with Ridley Scott‘s “Alien.” Scott is still involved as a producer after directing “Prometheus” and “Alien: Covenant” in 2012 and 2017, respectively, the former being the highest-grossing movie in the franchise with $402.4 million worldwide.
“Alien: Romulus” (20th Century – Aug. 16)
Uruguyan filmmaker Fede Alvarez (“Don’t Breathe”) is the latest director to take over this long-running horror sci-fi franchise that began all the way back in 1979 with Ridley Scott‘s “Alien.” Scott is still involved as a producer after directing “Prometheus” and “Alien: Covenant” in 2012 and 2017, respectively, the former being the highest-grossing movie in the franchise with $402.4 million worldwide.
- 7/30/2024
- by Edward Douglas
- Gold Derby
While Marvel’s kingdom of superheroes is undeniably redoubtable, its coterie of villains is no less, especially when you add names like Kang and Doctor Doom to the mix.
Kang the Conqueror in the comics | Marvel Comics
But if a time-traveling deviant and a notorious sorcerer – two of the most vicious antiheroes, at that – were to go against each other, who do you think would emerge victorious? Kang the Conqueror – who up until last year was played by Jonathan Majors – or Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom (we’re still getting used to that one)?
A Quick Look Into Their Powers & Abilities
Both Nathaniel Richards and Victor Von Doom are a pair of perhaps the most unhinged and stupendously powerful supervillains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Not to mention, both are evil geniuses with an unquenchable lust for power and the perennial potential of science at their behest.
Jonathan Majors...
Kang the Conqueror in the comics | Marvel Comics
But if a time-traveling deviant and a notorious sorcerer – two of the most vicious antiheroes, at that – were to go against each other, who do you think would emerge victorious? Kang the Conqueror – who up until last year was played by Jonathan Majors – or Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom (we’re still getting used to that one)?
A Quick Look Into Their Powers & Abilities
Both Nathaniel Richards and Victor Von Doom are a pair of perhaps the most unhinged and stupendously powerful supervillains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Not to mention, both are evil geniuses with an unquenchable lust for power and the perennial potential of science at their behest.
Jonathan Majors...
- 7/28/2024
- by Khushi
- FandomWire
Amazon has tapped “Anne With an E” creator and “Breaking Bad” writer Moira Walley-Beckett as the showrunner of its “Fourth Wing” TV adaptation, which is produced by Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society.
Based on the best-selling romantasy book series from author Rebecca Yarros, dubbed “The Empyrean” novels, “Fourth Wing” is set inside the brutal world of Basgiath War College, where there is only one rule: graduate or Die. Our protagonist, 20-year-old Violet Sorrengail, was always expected to live a quiet life — but she’s sent on an entirely different path when her mother, a general in the military, orders her to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become dragon riders, the elite of Navarre.
First put into development in October 2023, “Fourth Wing” TV series hails from Amazon MGM Studios and Jordan’s Outlier Society. Executive producers include Jordan and Outlier president Elizabeth Raposo, along with Walley-Beckett, author Yarros...
Based on the best-selling romantasy book series from author Rebecca Yarros, dubbed “The Empyrean” novels, “Fourth Wing” is set inside the brutal world of Basgiath War College, where there is only one rule: graduate or Die. Our protagonist, 20-year-old Violet Sorrengail, was always expected to live a quiet life — but she’s sent on an entirely different path when her mother, a general in the military, orders her to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become dragon riders, the elite of Navarre.
First put into development in October 2023, “Fourth Wing” TV series hails from Amazon MGM Studios and Jordan’s Outlier Society. Executive producers include Jordan and Outlier president Elizabeth Raposo, along with Walley-Beckett, author Yarros...
- 7/22/2024
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Headlines related to Jonathan Majors of late have been related to the terrible controversy that led to his exit from the MCU, even before he could take off. Convicted of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari, Majors has undoubtedly received a major blow to his acting career that he might even never recover from completely.
Jonathan Majors in 2023’s Creed III. | Warner Bros.
However, even if that turns out true, he has to a great extent, already proved his acting talent to Hollywood and his fans. With movies such as Out of Blue, Gully, and The Harder They Fall, the 34-year-old already has an acting legacy that will be remembered for a long time.
That also includes his work for and in Magazine Dreams. Not only did Jonathan Majors impress with his character of Killian Maddox, he also pulled off an insane body transformation that even scared his director,...
Jonathan Majors in 2023’s Creed III. | Warner Bros.
However, even if that turns out true, he has to a great extent, already proved his acting talent to Hollywood and his fans. With movies such as Out of Blue, Gully, and The Harder They Fall, the 34-year-old already has an acting legacy that will be remembered for a long time.
That also includes his work for and in Magazine Dreams. Not only did Jonathan Majors impress with his character of Killian Maddox, he also pulled off an insane body transformation that even scared his director,...
- 7/21/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Der neue Head of Physical Production bei Miramax war zuvor u.a. für Warner, MGM und Paramount tätig gewesen.
Kirby Adams, neuer Head of Physical Production bei Miramax (Credit: Miramar)
Kirby Adams wird künftig bei Miramax, das in diesem Jahr den Oscar von Da’Vine Joy Randolph für ihre Rolle in „The Holdovers“ feiern konnte, als Head of Physical Production sämtliche Aspekte des Produktionsmanagements für die Film- und TV-Staffel des Studios verantworten. Das gab das Studio jetzt bekannt.
Adams war zuvor u.a. als leitender Angestellter in der Produktionsabteilung von Warner Bros. u.a. für Maggie Gyllenhaals „The Bride“ verantwortlich sowie bei MGM als EVP Physical Production an Filmen wie Michael B. Jordans „Creed III“ und Ron Howards „Dreizehn Leben“ beteiligt. Zuvor hatte er mehr als ein Jahrzehnt bei Paramount Pictures verbracht, zuletzt als SVP Physical Production. In diese Zeit fielen Filme wie „Rocketman“, „Der Prinz aus Zamunda 2“ und „Tom Clancy’s Gnadenlos...
Kirby Adams, neuer Head of Physical Production bei Miramax (Credit: Miramar)
Kirby Adams wird künftig bei Miramax, das in diesem Jahr den Oscar von Da’Vine Joy Randolph für ihre Rolle in „The Holdovers“ feiern konnte, als Head of Physical Production sämtliche Aspekte des Produktionsmanagements für die Film- und TV-Staffel des Studios verantworten. Das gab das Studio jetzt bekannt.
Adams war zuvor u.a. als leitender Angestellter in der Produktionsabteilung von Warner Bros. u.a. für Maggie Gyllenhaals „The Bride“ verantwortlich sowie bei MGM als EVP Physical Production an Filmen wie Michael B. Jordans „Creed III“ und Ron Howards „Dreizehn Leben“ beteiligt. Zuvor hatte er mehr als ein Jahrzehnt bei Paramount Pictures verbracht, zuletzt als SVP Physical Production. In diese Zeit fielen Filme wie „Rocketman“, „Der Prinz aus Zamunda 2“ und „Tom Clancy’s Gnadenlos...
- 7/3/2024
- by Jochen Müller
- Spot - Media & Film
Exclusive: Miramax has appointed Kirby Adams as Head of Physical Production.
In his new role, Adams will oversee all aspects of production management for Miramax’s film and TV slate. He will report directly to Miramax CEO Jonathan Glickman.
Adams comes from Warner Bros, where he served as a senior executive in physical production. He most recently oversaw Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride! for the Burbank lot. Prior to that, he was EVP Physical Production at MGM, where he worked on such films as Michael B. Jordan’s Creed III; Ron Howard’s Thirteen Lives; Snoop Dogg starred The Underdoggs and Doug Liman’s recent Jake Gyllenhaal-led Road House.
Prior to MGM, Adams spent more than a decade at Paramount Pictures, having last served as SVP Physical Production. During his tenure, he was the executive in charge of production on such movies as Rocketman, Coming 2 America and Without Remorse.
In his new role, Adams will oversee all aspects of production management for Miramax’s film and TV slate. He will report directly to Miramax CEO Jonathan Glickman.
Adams comes from Warner Bros, where he served as a senior executive in physical production. He most recently oversaw Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride! for the Burbank lot. Prior to that, he was EVP Physical Production at MGM, where he worked on such films as Michael B. Jordan’s Creed III; Ron Howard’s Thirteen Lives; Snoop Dogg starred The Underdoggs and Doug Liman’s recent Jake Gyllenhaal-led Road House.
Prior to MGM, Adams spent more than a decade at Paramount Pictures, having last served as SVP Physical Production. During his tenure, he was the executive in charge of production on such movies as Rocketman, Coming 2 America and Without Remorse.
- 7/2/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Much has been said about Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots, though the prevailing opinion among social media's scoopers (and the trades) is that the intention has always been to fix the movie's action scenes, not the story.
Today, we bring word that the 2025 movie's additional photography is finally completed. The news comes from crew members who went online to celebrate what will be the final movie worked on by veteran first assistant director Michele Panelli-Venetis.
We're also hearing that Creed III fight coordinator Mark R. Miscione was tapped to serve in the same role for Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots. Those have seen Giancarlo Esposito board the movie in a mystery role and, supposedly, scrapped the Serpent Society.
Most of the cast appear to have been involved with the reshoots, including The Incredible Hulk star Tim Blake Nelson.
"[I'm] very excited about it. I'm headed to Atlanta...
Today, we bring word that the 2025 movie's additional photography is finally completed. The news comes from crew members who went online to celebrate what will be the final movie worked on by veteran first assistant director Michele Panelli-Venetis.
We're also hearing that Creed III fight coordinator Mark R. Miscione was tapped to serve in the same role for Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots. Those have seen Giancarlo Esposito board the movie in a mystery role and, supposedly, scrapped the Serpent Society.
Most of the cast appear to have been involved with the reshoots, including The Incredible Hulk star Tim Blake Nelson.
"[I'm] very excited about it. I'm headed to Atlanta...
- 7/1/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Much has been said about Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots, though the prevailing opinion among social media's scoopers (and the trades) is that the intention has always been to fix the movie's action scenes, not the story.
Today, we bring word that the 2025 movie's additional photography is finally completed. The news comes from crew members who went online to celebrate what will be the final movie worked on by veteran first assistant director Michele Panelli-Venetis.
We're also hearing that Creed III fight coordinator Mark R. Miscione was tapped to serve in the same role for Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots. Those have seen Giancarlo Esposito board the movie in a mystery role and, supposedly, scrapped the Serpent Society.
Most of the cast appear to have been involved with the reshoots, including The Incredible Hulk star Tim Blake Nelson.
"[I'm] very excited about it. I'm headed to Atlanta...
Today, we bring word that the 2025 movie's additional photography is finally completed. The news comes from crew members who went online to celebrate what will be the final movie worked on by veteran first assistant director Michele Panelli-Venetis.
We're also hearing that Creed III fight coordinator Mark R. Miscione was tapped to serve in the same role for Captain America: Brave New World's reshoots. Those have seen Giancarlo Esposito board the movie in a mystery role and, supposedly, scrapped the Serpent Society.
Most of the cast appear to have been involved with the reshoots, including The Incredible Hulk star Tim Blake Nelson.
"[I'm] very excited about it. I'm headed to Atlanta...
- 7/1/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Ever since Tite Kubo’s Bleach earned worldwide recognition, the fans of the anime and manga series have demanded that Kubo’s magnum opus get a live-action adaptation to finally complete the success story of the series and its creator. And although Bleach has one adaptation, it has not been as great as fans had expected.
Bleach Anime | Studio Pierrot
However, with the current wave of live-action series and movies, the hope for Bleach’s live-action adaptation has once again been reignited. Another thing that has made fans demand the live-action series of Bleach is the love of popular Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan for the series, which was shown in a viral video.
This video has created a sensation on X and has led fans to demand the live-action adaptation of Bleach and also ask the Creed actor to be a part of it. Jordan has never shied away from talking about anime,...
Bleach Anime | Studio Pierrot
However, with the current wave of live-action series and movies, the hope for Bleach’s live-action adaptation has once again been reignited. Another thing that has made fans demand the live-action series of Bleach is the love of popular Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan for the series, which was shown in a viral video.
This video has created a sensation on X and has led fans to demand the live-action adaptation of Bleach and also ask the Creed actor to be a part of it. Jordan has never shied away from talking about anime,...
- 6/30/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Exclusive: 20th has landed the rights to a feature adaptation of the New York Times bestselling novel California Bear from Duane Swierczynski. Gary Lennon will write the feature alongiside Swierczynski with Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media producing, sources tell Deadline.
Swierczynski’s latest novel is a thriller that follows four unlikely vigilantes whose decision to take justice into their own hands pits them against the villain behind California’s coldest murder case.
California Bear is 20th’s first project with Proximity. Rashonda Joplin, 20th’s Director of Production, and Catherine Hughes, Creative Executive, will be shepherding the project. 20th’s Head of Literary Affairs, Clare Reeth was instrumental in bringing the book into the studio. Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian produce through their company, Proximity Media. Rebecca Cho will exec produce and oversee the project along with Hannah Levy for Proximity Media.
In March, Lennon extended his development deal...
Swierczynski’s latest novel is a thriller that follows four unlikely vigilantes whose decision to take justice into their own hands pits them against the villain behind California’s coldest murder case.
California Bear is 20th’s first project with Proximity. Rashonda Joplin, 20th’s Director of Production, and Catherine Hughes, Creative Executive, will be shepherding the project. 20th’s Head of Literary Affairs, Clare Reeth was instrumental in bringing the book into the studio. Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian produce through their company, Proximity Media. Rebecca Cho will exec produce and oversee the project along with Hannah Levy for Proximity Media.
In March, Lennon extended his development deal...
- 6/28/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Jonathan Majors was surrounded by supporters on Friday as he accepted his first award since he was convicted of assault and harassment in December.
The Creed III actor thanked God and Hollywood Unlocked founder Jason Lee as he accepted the Perseverance Award at the 4th Impact Awards in Los Angeles while reflecting on his arrest and guilty verdict in his speech.
“I reckon folks wanna know about this last year,” Majors said in a clip shared on X. “As a Black man in the criminal justice system, I felt anger, I felt sadness, hurt, surprise. When they snatched me up out of my apartment in handcuffs, I didn’t feel like all that. I didn’t feel like Jonathan Majors, Mr. Creed, Mr. Kang. … I felt like a little scared, weak boy.”
He continued, “Despite the support and evidence that was in my favor, I knew shit was bad. And...
The Creed III actor thanked God and Hollywood Unlocked founder Jason Lee as he accepted the Perseverance Award at the 4th Impact Awards in Los Angeles while reflecting on his arrest and guilty verdict in his speech.
“I reckon folks wanna know about this last year,” Majors said in a clip shared on X. “As a Black man in the criminal justice system, I felt anger, I felt sadness, hurt, surprise. When they snatched me up out of my apartment in handcuffs, I didn’t feel like all that. I didn’t feel like Jonathan Majors, Mr. Creed, Mr. Kang. … I felt like a little scared, weak boy.”
He continued, “Despite the support and evidence that was in my favor, I knew shit was bad. And...
- 6/22/2024
- by Glenn Garner
- Deadline Film + TV
Just six months ago, Jonathan Majors was convicted of domestic assault and harassment, but that didn’t stop the Hollywood Unlocked from honoring him with the Perseverance Award at the annual Impact Awards on Friday night in Beverly Hills.
“I’m imperfect. I have shortcomings — I acknowledge them,” Majors said, fighting tears his during lengthy remarks after being presented with the award by self-help guru and inspirational speaker Iyanla Vanzant.
It was an emotional moment for the actor, who took the stage following a sizzle reel that captured some of the “Creed III” and “Lovecraft Country” star’s career highs and personal lows, but he was greeted with a standing ovation from the starry crowd, led by Hollywood Unlocked founder Jason Lee.
Majors continuously denied all allegations throughout his 19-day trial, but in April, he was sentenced to one year of domestic violence counseling. Per the ruling of a NY judge,...
“I’m imperfect. I have shortcomings — I acknowledge them,” Majors said, fighting tears his during lengthy remarks after being presented with the award by self-help guru and inspirational speaker Iyanla Vanzant.
It was an emotional moment for the actor, who took the stage following a sizzle reel that captured some of the “Creed III” and “Lovecraft Country” star’s career highs and personal lows, but he was greeted with a standing ovation from the starry crowd, led by Hollywood Unlocked founder Jason Lee.
Majors continuously denied all allegations throughout his 19-day trial, but in April, he was sentenced to one year of domestic violence counseling. Per the ruling of a NY judge,...
- 6/22/2024
- by Jack Dunn
- Variety Film + TV
Former MCU star Jonathan Majors has set his first acting gig since being convicted of assault and harassment earlier this year. The Loki and Creed III actor will play the lead in a new supernatural revenge thriller from Martin Villeneuve, the younger brother of Dune filmmaker Denis Villeneuve.
Based on an original screenplay by Frank Hannah, Merciless "follows a top CIA interrogator who, after the woman he loves is overtaken by a malevolent force, is forced to go even darker to defeat it. The movie is scheduled to shoot in Saskatchewan in late fall.
“Merciless intertwines themes of possession, revenge and personal justice within a haunting narrative. It explores the psychological descent of John, played by Majors, and the supernatural forces challenging his sanity,” Villeneuve says.
The project was developed by producer Christopher Tuffin, who says he “refuses to let the court of public opinion and selective prosecution undermine great art and artists.
Based on an original screenplay by Frank Hannah, Merciless "follows a top CIA interrogator who, after the woman he loves is overtaken by a malevolent force, is forced to go even darker to defeat it. The movie is scheduled to shoot in Saskatchewan in late fall.
“Merciless intertwines themes of possession, revenge and personal justice within a haunting narrative. It explores the psychological descent of John, played by Majors, and the supernatural forces challenging his sanity,” Villeneuve says.
The project was developed by producer Christopher Tuffin, who says he “refuses to let the court of public opinion and selective prosecution undermine great art and artists.
- 6/21/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Jonathan Majors is one of the best stars of this generation, and critics have immensely praised him for his stellar performances in his films. The actor was set to become the villain in Phase 5 and Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe after making his debut in Loki Season 1 as He Who Remains. He also gave a brief cameo as Kang The Conqueror in Ant-Man 3.
Jonathan Majors as He Who Remains in Loki. Credits: Marvel Studios
However, as he made his official debut as the villain in Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, fans were not blown away by his performance as everyone had hoped, because of a ton of reasons. Later, his life was turned upside down as he was convicted of assault and harassment on his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari.
The Lovecraft Country actor is looking forward to making things right by getting on the good side...
Jonathan Majors as He Who Remains in Loki. Credits: Marvel Studios
However, as he made his official debut as the villain in Paul Rudd’s Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, fans were not blown away by his performance as everyone had hoped, because of a ton of reasons. Later, his life was turned upside down as he was convicted of assault and harassment on his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari.
The Lovecraft Country actor is looking forward to making things right by getting on the good side...
- 6/21/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
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