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As winter approaches, we are all in need of something spicy to watch to make our temperature rise, and if you are a fan of romantic comedies, then we have the perfect recommendations for you. From critically acclaimed movies like Silver Linings Playbook to iconic romantic comedy movies like Four Weddings and a Funeral, Max (formerly known as HBO Max) has everything you need. So, here are the 8 best R-rated romantic comedy movies available on Max right now.
Pretty Woman Credit – Touchstone Pictures
Pretty Woman is a romantic comedy film directed by Garry Marshall from a screenplay by J.F. Lawton. The 1990 film follows Edward, a rich entrepreneur who hires Vivian, a prostitute, to go with him to a few social events, but when both of them fall in love with each other, they try to work out their differences.
As winter approaches, we are all in need of something spicy to watch to make our temperature rise, and if you are a fan of romantic comedies, then we have the perfect recommendations for you. From critically acclaimed movies like Silver Linings Playbook to iconic romantic comedy movies like Four Weddings and a Funeral, Max (formerly known as HBO Max) has everything you need. So, here are the 8 best R-rated romantic comedy movies available on Max right now.
Pretty Woman Credit – Touchstone Pictures
Pretty Woman is a romantic comedy film directed by Garry Marshall from a screenplay by J.F. Lawton. The 1990 film follows Edward, a rich entrepreneur who hires Vivian, a prostitute, to go with him to a few social events, but when both of them fall in love with each other, they try to work out their differences.
- 12/26/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
When "10 Things I Hate About You" was released in 1999, it featured a cast of swoon-worthy young stars. Joseph Gordon-Levitt (who wasn't sold on the movie at first), Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, and Larisa Oleynik were the film's core four, but the supporting cast was rounded out by actors like Gabrielle Union, David Krumholtz, Andrew Keegan, and Allison Janney, and everyone delivers a fun performance. The contemporary movie is actually an adaptation of William Shakespeare's classic play "The Taming of the Shrew," setting the romantic comedy at a modern high school instead of the olden days. It's about a pretty girl named Bianca (Oleynik) who isn't allowed to date until her uptight older sister Kat (Stiles) is taken; as a result, Cameron (Gordon-Levitt) pays the rambunctious Patrick (Ledger) to woo Kat. Hijinks ensue.
If you're a fan of the classic teen comedy, but you're getting tired of rewatching Kat recite the titular poem,...
If you're a fan of the classic teen comedy, but you're getting tired of rewatching Kat recite the titular poem,...
- 12/25/2024
- by Eric Langberg
- Slash Film
The following article discusses fictional violence and sexual assault
From its thrilling highs to its confusing lows, "Dexter" remained one of the most arresting shows on television throughout its eight-season run thanks almost entirely to the colorful cast of serial killers that populated its fictional version of Miami, Florida. It's strange that the world of "Dexter" has not only concentrated several dozen of the strangest criminals to ever exist into one city but has multiple killers there who almost double the body count of the most deadly serial killer the country has ever seen.
To understand how wild the characters of "Dexter" truly were, we've gone over all eight seasons of the show's original run and its sequel miniseries, "Dexter: New Blood," to rank the top 10 deadliest serial killers to appear on the show. This includes all of its most dangerous and memorable characters, from those sociopaths who took lives...
From its thrilling highs to its confusing lows, "Dexter" remained one of the most arresting shows on television throughout its eight-season run thanks almost entirely to the colorful cast of serial killers that populated its fictional version of Miami, Florida. It's strange that the world of "Dexter" has not only concentrated several dozen of the strangest criminals to ever exist into one city but has multiple killers there who almost double the body count of the most deadly serial killer the country has ever seen.
To understand how wild the characters of "Dexter" truly were, we've gone over all eight seasons of the show's original run and its sequel miniseries, "Dexter: New Blood," to rank the top 10 deadliest serial killers to appear on the show. This includes all of its most dangerous and memorable characters, from those sociopaths who took lives...
- 12/23/2024
- by Russell Murray
- Slash Film
Actor Julia Stiles makes her directorial debut with romantic comedy Wish You Were Here. Here, have a trailer and a synopsis.
Julia Stiles made her name in hugely popular films like 10 Things I Hate About You, Down To You, Save the Last Dance and The Prince and Me. She went on to star in indie dramas like The Business of Strangers, before starring opposite Matt Damon in the Bourne franchise. In recent years she has appeared in films like Hustlers and, most recently Heather Graham’s Chosen Family. She has also worked on the small screen, starring in Amazon Original comedy series The Lake.
Now? She makes her directorial debut with romantic drama Wish You Were Here.
The cast for the feature includes Isabelle Fuhrman, Mena Massoud, Jimmie Fails, Gabby Kono-Abdy, wirh Dirty Dancing star Jennifer Grey and Frasier actor Kelsey Grammer.
Stiles directs from a screenplay she co-wrote with Renée Carlino,...
Julia Stiles made her name in hugely popular films like 10 Things I Hate About You, Down To You, Save the Last Dance and The Prince and Me. She went on to star in indie dramas like The Business of Strangers, before starring opposite Matt Damon in the Bourne franchise. In recent years she has appeared in films like Hustlers and, most recently Heather Graham’s Chosen Family. She has also worked on the small screen, starring in Amazon Original comedy series The Lake.
Now? She makes her directorial debut with romantic drama Wish You Were Here.
The cast for the feature includes Isabelle Fuhrman, Mena Massoud, Jimmie Fails, Gabby Kono-Abdy, wirh Dirty Dancing star Jennifer Grey and Frasier actor Kelsey Grammer.
Stiles directs from a screenplay she co-wrote with Renée Carlino,...
- 12/20/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
“Wish You Were Here” is a new romantic ‘dramedy’, directed by actress Julia Stiles, starring Isabelle Fuhrman, Mena Massoud, Gabby Kono-Abdy, Jimmie Fails, Kelsey Grammer and Jennifer Grey, opening January 17, 2025 in theaters:
“…leave the everyday world behind to take a chance on true romance. Now, when the perfect night with a perfect stranger ends suddenly the next morning, ‘Charlotte’ searches for answers and meaning in her disappointing life until she uncovers a secret that changes everything.”
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“…leave the everyday world behind to take a chance on true romance. Now, when the perfect night with a perfect stranger ends suddenly the next morning, ‘Charlotte’ searches for answers and meaning in her disappointing life until she uncovers a secret that changes everything.”
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- 12/19/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
I am starting to question if Lionsgate has an under-the-table deal with Kleenex because, after watching the studio’s Wish You Were Here trailer, I think this movie will make people cry. And not just a little; I’m talking about Niagara Falls, Frankie. Niagara Falls. Wish You Were Here offers an intimate look at Julia Stiles‘s feature directorial debut. In February, the Golden Globe-nominated actress-turned-filmmaker told Deadline she’s “been looking for years for the right story to tell” as a director, and she’s finally found it with an adaptation of Renee Carlino’s best-selling novel of the same name.
Here’s the official synopsis for Wish You Were Here courtesy of Lionsgate:
“Julia Stiles makes her directorial debut in a brilliantly warm and romantic film based on the bestselling novel, Wish You Were Here. Isabelle Fuhrman, Mena Massoud, Jennifer Grey and Kelsey Grammer star in a...
Here’s the official synopsis for Wish You Were Here courtesy of Lionsgate:
“Julia Stiles makes her directorial debut in a brilliantly warm and romantic film based on the bestselling novel, Wish You Were Here. Isabelle Fuhrman, Mena Massoud, Jennifer Grey and Kelsey Grammer star in a...
- 12/19/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
"Do you believe in soulmates?" Lionsgate has revealed the official trailer for a new romantic drama movie titled Wish You Were Here, marking the feature directorial debut of actress Julia Stiles after directing some TV eps previously. This is set for a release in theaters at the end of January 2025 before it's available to watch on VOD after. The movie is based on the novel of the same name by Renée Carlino, described as a second chance love story about a young woman who reunites with a soulful artist after their magical one-night stand. A woman searching for a spark finds a whirlwind night of romance with a man only to discover he is terminally ill and commits to helping him spend his last days living life to the fullest. Wish You Were Here stars Isabelle Fuhrman, Mena Massoud, Jimmie Fails, Gabby Kono-Abdy, Jennifer Grey, and Kelsey Grammer. A sweet...
- 12/19/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
It feels like it’s been a minute since we’ve heard from Julia Stiles. While she has consistently been acting, the last role to really break through with her was in 2019’s “Hustlers.” Well, it appears she’s ready to take a stab at directing, with the upcoming drama “Wish You Were Here.”
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As seen in the new trailer for the film, “Wish You Were Here” is a romance about a woman, Charlotte, who is dealing with the aftermath of the perfect night with a perfect stranger that ends suddenly.
Continue reading ‘Wish You Were Here’ Trailer: Isabelle Fuhrman & Mena Massoud Star In Julia Stiles’ Directorial Debut at The Playlist.
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As seen in the new trailer for the film, “Wish You Were Here” is a romance about a woman, Charlotte, who is dealing with the aftermath of the perfect night with a perfect stranger that ends suddenly.
Continue reading ‘Wish You Were Here’ Trailer: Isabelle Fuhrman & Mena Massoud Star In Julia Stiles’ Directorial Debut at The Playlist.
- 12/19/2024
- by Charles Barfield
- The Playlist
‘Wish You Were Here’ Trailer: Julia Stiles Directs Isabelle Fuhrman in a Story of Missed Connections
After starring in hit films ranging from “10 Things I Hate About You” to “The Bourne Identity,” Julia Stiles is ready for the next phase of her artistic career.
The beloved actress makes her directorial debut on the upcoming film “Wish You Were Here,” which explores the way a fleeting romantic connection can start a ripple effect that leads to massive change in an individual’s life.
An official synopsis for the film reads, “When the perfect night with a perfect stranger ends suddenly the next morning, Charlotte searches for answers and meaning in her disappointing life until she uncovers a secret that changes everything.”
“Wish You Were Here” is adapted from Renée Carlino’s 2017 novel of the same name, with Carlino co-writing the script with Stiles. The film stars Isabelle Fuhrman, Kelsey Grammer, Jennifer Grey, Mena Massoud, Jimmie Fails, and Gabby Kono-Abdy.
While “Wish You Were Here” marks Stiles...
The beloved actress makes her directorial debut on the upcoming film “Wish You Were Here,” which explores the way a fleeting romantic connection can start a ripple effect that leads to massive change in an individual’s life.
An official synopsis for the film reads, “When the perfect night with a perfect stranger ends suddenly the next morning, Charlotte searches for answers and meaning in her disappointing life until she uncovers a secret that changes everything.”
“Wish You Were Here” is adapted from Renée Carlino’s 2017 novel of the same name, with Carlino co-writing the script with Stiles. The film stars Isabelle Fuhrman, Kelsey Grammer, Jennifer Grey, Mena Massoud, Jimmie Fails, and Gabby Kono-Abdy.
While “Wish You Were Here” marks Stiles...
- 12/19/2024
- by Christian Zilko
- Indiewire
Zoe Saldaña is set to receive the Spotlight Award at the 27th annual CDGAs (Costume Designers Guild Awards).
This honor recognizes an actor who embodies a long-lasting dedication to excellence, with particular respect for the impact of costume design. Past Spotlight Award winners include Angela Bassett, Andrew Garfield, Charlize Theron, Glenn Close, Kerry Washington, Cate Blanchett, Naomi Watts, Amy Adams, Anne Hathaway, Halle Berry, and, this past year, Annette Bening.
“Widely known for powerful roles which captivate audiences, Saldaña can inhabit a costume and make the character come alive no matter how elaborate or otherworldly,” read an official press release. “From Neytiri in the ‘Avatar’ films and Gamora in the ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ franchise, Saldaña embraces being immersed in her costumes. For those respective roles, Saldaña worked with 2023 Cdga Career Achievement Award honoree Deborah L. Scott and 2017 Excellence in Fantasy Film winner Alexandra Byrne and 2013 Cdga Career Achievement Award honoree Judianna Makovsky.
This honor recognizes an actor who embodies a long-lasting dedication to excellence, with particular respect for the impact of costume design. Past Spotlight Award winners include Angela Bassett, Andrew Garfield, Charlize Theron, Glenn Close, Kerry Washington, Cate Blanchett, Naomi Watts, Amy Adams, Anne Hathaway, Halle Berry, and, this past year, Annette Bening.
“Widely known for powerful roles which captivate audiences, Saldaña can inhabit a costume and make the character come alive no matter how elaborate or otherworldly,” read an official press release. “From Neytiri in the ‘Avatar’ films and Gamora in the ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ franchise, Saldaña embraces being immersed in her costumes. For those respective roles, Saldaña worked with 2023 Cdga Career Achievement Award honoree Deborah L. Scott and 2017 Excellence in Fantasy Film winner Alexandra Byrne and 2013 Cdga Career Achievement Award honoree Judianna Makovsky.
- 12/16/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay, Matt Minton, Lauren Coates and Andrés Buenahora
- Variety Film + TV
The stars are kicking off awards season in New York City!
Zendaya, Sebastian Stan, Angelina Jolie, Colman Domingo, and Nicole Kidman stepped out for the 2024 The Gothams Film Awards on Monday evening (December 2) held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
39 feature films and 25 performances are nominated in 10 categories for outstanding and breakthrough performances, films, director, and screenplay.
The event is also honoring Zendaya with The Gothams Spotlight Tribute, Angelina with the Performer Tribute, Timothee Chalamet & James Mangold with the Visionary Tribute, the cast of Sing Sing with the Social Justice Tribute, Denis Villeneuve with the Director Tribute and the cast of The Piano Lesson with the Ensemble Tribute.
We have now compiled photos of the stars in attendance so that you can see what everyone wore!
Keep reading to find out more…Keep scrolling to see the stars in attendance…
Adam Pearson
Fyi: Adam is wearing a Dior suit.
Zendaya, Sebastian Stan, Angelina Jolie, Colman Domingo, and Nicole Kidman stepped out for the 2024 The Gothams Film Awards on Monday evening (December 2) held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
39 feature films and 25 performances are nominated in 10 categories for outstanding and breakthrough performances, films, director, and screenplay.
The event is also honoring Zendaya with The Gothams Spotlight Tribute, Angelina with the Performer Tribute, Timothee Chalamet & James Mangold with the Visionary Tribute, the cast of Sing Sing with the Social Justice Tribute, Denis Villeneuve with the Director Tribute and the cast of The Piano Lesson with the Ensemble Tribute.
We have now compiled photos of the stars in attendance so that you can see what everyone wore!
Keep reading to find out more…Keep scrolling to see the stars in attendance…
Adam Pearson
Fyi: Adam is wearing a Dior suit.
- 12/3/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Exclusive: Beth Iley, an ex-senior development exec at Amazon Canada, is heading to Law & Order Toronto maker Lark Productions.
Iley takes on the newly-created VP, International Series Development post at the Vancouver-based outfit, which also makes the Toronto and Vancouver versions of The Real Housewives.
Based in Toronto, she is tasked with overseeing Lark’s international development and co-production strategy, reporting to President Erin Haskett and VP Scripted Series, Nicole Mendes. As part of Lark’s first-look distribution deal with Universal International Studios (Uis), which is a division of Universal Studio Group, Iley will also work closely with the studio’s scripted team to develop new projects. Uis has a minority stake in Lark.
At Amazon, Iley was responsible for a scripted slate that included Three Pines, starring Alfred Molina; The Lake, starring Julia Stiles and Jordan Gavaris; and upcoming The Sticky, for which she also served as EP for...
Iley takes on the newly-created VP, International Series Development post at the Vancouver-based outfit, which also makes the Toronto and Vancouver versions of The Real Housewives.
Based in Toronto, she is tasked with overseeing Lark’s international development and co-production strategy, reporting to President Erin Haskett and VP Scripted Series, Nicole Mendes. As part of Lark’s first-look distribution deal with Universal International Studios (Uis), which is a division of Universal Studio Group, Iley will also work closely with the studio’s scripted team to develop new projects. Uis has a minority stake in Lark.
At Amazon, Iley was responsible for a scripted slate that included Three Pines, starring Alfred Molina; The Lake, starring Julia Stiles and Jordan Gavaris; and upcoming The Sticky, for which she also served as EP for...
- 11/21/2024
- by Max Goldbart and Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
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Hulu is one of the best places to find the best movies and TV shows you can watch on any streaming service. Every month, it adds hundreds of new titles to its content library, but with that, there are also some titles that have got to go. So, today, we are here to tell you about the best film you should watch before it leaves Hulu in November 2024.
American Murderer (November 4)
American Murderer is a true crime thriller drama film written and directed by Matthew Gentile. Based on the story of Jason Derek Brown, the 2022 film follows Jason Derek Brown, a charismatic con man who becomes a fugitive and wanted by the FBI after he commits his biggest crime yet. American Murderer stars Tom Pelphrey, Idina Menzel, Ryan Phillippe, Jacki Weaver, Shantel VanSanten, Paul Schneider, Kevin Corrigan, and Moisés Arias.
Hulu is one of the best places to find the best movies and TV shows you can watch on any streaming service. Every month, it adds hundreds of new titles to its content library, but with that, there are also some titles that have got to go. So, today, we are here to tell you about the best film you should watch before it leaves Hulu in November 2024.
American Murderer (November 4)
American Murderer is a true crime thriller drama film written and directed by Matthew Gentile. Based on the story of Jason Derek Brown, the 2022 film follows Jason Derek Brown, a charismatic con man who becomes a fugitive and wanted by the FBI after he commits his biggest crime yet. American Murderer stars Tom Pelphrey, Idina Menzel, Ryan Phillippe, Jacki Weaver, Shantel VanSanten, Paul Schneider, Kevin Corrigan, and Moisés Arias.
- 11/7/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Orphan 3 is reportedly happening with Isabelle Fuhrman returning to the role of Esther.
Scribe David Coggeshall and director William Brent Bell (“The Boy” franchise), who worked on the previous installment, Orphan: First Kill, are also back. Lionsgate is selling the movie at AFM with Dark Castle Entertainment producing. Storyline, like all horror movies, is under wraps.
The entire franchise between two movies has grossed $115M per Box Office Mojo. The 2009 movie was released by Warner Bros and directed by Jaume Collet-Serra and made close to $78M WW. The movie starred Vera Farmiga, Peter Sarsgaard and Fuhrman. It followed a husband and wife who recently lost their baby, and who adopt a 9-year-old girl who isn’t so innocent.
The second film, the prequel Orphan: First Kill, went day-and-date on Paramount+ and in theaters earning a total $37M WW in 2022. Fuhrman starred again with Julia Stiles. Blurb of second movie:...
Scribe David Coggeshall and director William Brent Bell (“The Boy” franchise), who worked on the previous installment, Orphan: First Kill, are also back. Lionsgate is selling the movie at AFM with Dark Castle Entertainment producing. Storyline, like all horror movies, is under wraps.
The entire franchise between two movies has grossed $115M per Box Office Mojo. The 2009 movie was released by Warner Bros and directed by Jaume Collet-Serra and made close to $78M WW. The movie starred Vera Farmiga, Peter Sarsgaard and Fuhrman. It followed a husband and wife who recently lost their baby, and who adopt a 9-year-old girl who isn’t so innocent.
The second film, the prequel Orphan: First Kill, went day-and-date on Paramount+ and in theaters earning a total $37M WW in 2022. Fuhrman starred again with Julia Stiles. Blurb of second movie:...
- 11/4/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
While 2004's The Prince and Me features Julia Stiles as the leading character, Paige Morgan, she was replaced for The Prince and Me 2, leading to speculation about why.
Stiles kicked off her career in the '90s with roles in films like The Devil's Own and Wicked (not to be confused with the 2024 adaptation of the Wicked stage play and its cast).
2004 then saw her rise to a new level of stardom with her leading role in Martha Coolidge's The Prince and Me alongside co-star Luke Mably
Read full article on The Direct.
Stiles kicked off her career in the '90s with roles in films like The Devil's Own and Wicked (not to be confused with the 2024 adaptation of the Wicked stage play and its cast).
2004 then saw her rise to a new level of stardom with her leading role in Martha Coolidge's The Prince and Me alongside co-star Luke Mably
Read full article on The Direct.
- 10/27/2024
- by Richard Nebens
- The Direct
Jennifer Lopez experienced another highlight in her career when she starred in the 2019 feature Hustlers. Both Lopez and the film enjoyed near-unanimous praise after its release. But additionally, the feature was seen as a kind of celebration for the veteran star. ‘Hustlers’ celebrated 50-year-old Jennifer Lopez
How ‘Hustlers’ made turning 50 even better for Jennifer Lopez Jennifer Lopez | James Devaney/Gc Images
Hustlers saw Lopez explore a bit of new territory. The actor generated a lot of buzz playing the role of a veteran stripper taking another younger dancer under her wing. Lopez turned 50 at the time, and had already starred in a wide variety of films. But even with all of her experience, Hustlers still managed to take Lopez out of her comfort zone.
“I’m used to being on stage in sexy costumes, but I have three layers of tights and fishnets and a bodysuit,” Lopez once said in an interview with Standard.
How ‘Hustlers’ made turning 50 even better for Jennifer Lopez Jennifer Lopez | James Devaney/Gc Images
Hustlers saw Lopez explore a bit of new territory. The actor generated a lot of buzz playing the role of a veteran stripper taking another younger dancer under her wing. Lopez turned 50 at the time, and had already starred in a wide variety of films. But even with all of her experience, Hustlers still managed to take Lopez out of her comfort zone.
“I’m used to being on stage in sexy costumes, but I have three layers of tights and fishnets and a bodysuit,” Lopez once said in an interview with Standard.
- 10/24/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Damien Thorn is the Antichrist, and the trilogy that tells his unholy tale remains popular almost fifty years later. Indeed, while putting together this movie ranked list and revisiting the original Omen franchise, we were surprised at how well the old movies held up. Omen fans will be happy that the series has been restarted in a pretty interesting way earlier this year, with The First Omen a surprisingly excellent prequel to the original trilogy (check out our interviews with the director and cast here), even if it takes one large liberty involving Damien’s birth that some fans may have an issue with. So, how do the Omen films rank against each other? Let’s take a look, but remember that the TV series Damien (which lasted for one season in 2016) is not included, as we’re sticking with feature films.
The Omen (2006)
There’s honestly no reason for this movie to exist.
The Omen (2006)
There’s honestly no reason for this movie to exist.
- 10/16/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Written and directed by Heather Graham, Chosen Family is a heartwarming and hilariously relatable film that navigates the complexities of relationships with a blend of comedy and drama.
Featuring an ensemble cast, including Graham, John Brotherton, Andrea Savage, Michael Gross, Julie Halston, Thomas Lennon, and Julia Stiles, the film brings humour and heart to its exploration of family and connection and is a must-watch date movie (you'll walk away with a bigger smile on your face than you did after watching Joker: Folie à Deux).
So, while Chosen Family isn't a comic book movie, we couldn't pass up the chance to talk with Heather after checking this one out.
During our conversation, the actor and filmmaker talked us through her approach to telling this unconventional rom-com story, took us behind the scenes of some standout moments, and reflected on getting physical with The Bourne Identity star Julia Stiles.
We also...
Featuring an ensemble cast, including Graham, John Brotherton, Andrea Savage, Michael Gross, Julie Halston, Thomas Lennon, and Julia Stiles, the film brings humour and heart to its exploration of family and connection and is a must-watch date movie (you'll walk away with a bigger smile on your face than you did after watching Joker: Folie à Deux).
So, while Chosen Family isn't a comic book movie, we couldn't pass up the chance to talk with Heather after checking this one out.
During our conversation, the actor and filmmaker talked us through her approach to telling this unconventional rom-com story, took us behind the scenes of some standout moments, and reflected on getting physical with The Bourne Identity star Julia Stiles.
We also...
- 10/11/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Exclusive: Darin Brooks (Blue Mountain State), Fivel Stewart (The Recruit), Eddie Kaye Thomas (American Pie), Justin Chatwin (Shameless) and Antwon Tanner (One Tree Hill) will lead The Roaring Game, a sports comedy from Producer Chad A. Verdi and his East Coast production company Verdi Productions (Bleed For This).
The screenplay by Tom DeNucci (Vault) follows Rickey, a high school custodian whose world is rocked when his girlfriend, Kelly, is selected to play hockey for Team USA and compete in the World Games, thus leaving him behind. Determined to win her back, he assembles a misfit curling team, leveraging his janitorial skills to compete for gold. Below is a first-look.
DeNucci is also directing. Chad A. Verdi (The Irishman) is producing, along with Michelle Verdi, Chad Verdi Jr., Paul Luba and Anthony Gudas. Sera Verdi is serving as an executive producer and Ed Brady is serving as an associate producer. Filming...
The screenplay by Tom DeNucci (Vault) follows Rickey, a high school custodian whose world is rocked when his girlfriend, Kelly, is selected to play hockey for Team USA and compete in the World Games, thus leaving him behind. Determined to win her back, he assembles a misfit curling team, leveraging his janitorial skills to compete for gold. Below is a first-look.
DeNucci is also directing. Chad A. Verdi (The Irishman) is producing, along with Michelle Verdi, Chad Verdi Jr., Paul Luba and Anthony Gudas. Sera Verdi is serving as an executive producer and Ed Brady is serving as an associate producer. Filming...
- 10/10/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Oscar nominee Mickey Rourke and former NFL star Rob “Gronk” Gronkowski have nabbed starring roles in writer/director Tom DeNucci’s sports comedy The Roaring Game.
Also joining the Verdi Productions pic, that just wrapped production, in key roles is William Forsythe (The Devil Rejects) and Vanessa Angel (Kingpin). The Roaring Game centers on Rickey, a high school janitor who loses everything when his girlfriend, Kelly, is selected to play hockey for Team USA and compete in the World Games.
To win her back, Rickey creates a misfit curling team and uses his sweeping skills to compete for gold and complete a comic quest for redemption that captivates the nation.
Rourke is best known for his role in Darren Aronofsky’s The Wrestler, which earned him Golden Globe and Oscar nominations. Former New England Patriots tight-end Gronkowski has acting credits that include The Clapper, Entourage, Boss Level and the buddy comedy The Instigators.
Also joining the Verdi Productions pic, that just wrapped production, in key roles is William Forsythe (The Devil Rejects) and Vanessa Angel (Kingpin). The Roaring Game centers on Rickey, a high school janitor who loses everything when his girlfriend, Kelly, is selected to play hockey for Team USA and compete in the World Games.
To win her back, Rickey creates a misfit curling team and uses his sweeping skills to compete for gold and complete a comic quest for redemption that captivates the nation.
Rourke is best known for his role in Darren Aronofsky’s The Wrestler, which earned him Golden Globe and Oscar nominations. Former New England Patriots tight-end Gronkowski has acting credits that include The Clapper, Entourage, Boss Level and the buddy comedy The Instigators.
- 10/9/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
"You sleep in the same bed with Anne? Ewww." Brainstorm Media has revealed an official trailer for a fun romantic comedy called Chosen Family, the second feature film directed by actress Heather Graham. She also wrote the screenplay for this one and produces and stars in it. Graham made her feature directorial debut with the 2018 comedy Half Magic and has been appearing in various films recently but this is only the second time she has directed. Yoga teacher Ann cannot escape her manic family, miserable dating life, and inability to say "no" to anyone else, leaving her constantly trying to fix everyone else's problems. But can she finally put herself first when a new love walks into her life? She falls for a hunky new divorced father but must also battle her 7-year-old daughter for affection. Starring Graham as Anne, with John Broherton as Steve, Andrea Savage, Michael Gross, Julie Halston,...
- 9/15/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Exclusive: Vmi Worldwide has tapped Benan Guz as its new Vice President of Sales and promoted Julie Paquit to President of Sales.
Guz previously led international content sales and film production at Film Bridge International. Her background includes roles as an Acquisitions Manager at SinemaTV, a group of Pay TV channels and VOD platform, and as an Account Manager at Spi International, where she managed key client relationships across various territories and worked on collaborative marketing initiatives in partnership with local sales agents.
Paquit, formerly the Senior Vice President of Sales at Vmi, started working at the company in 2017 and most recently served as SVP of Sales, inking territory and negotiating sales deals for films such as Darkness of Man (starring Jean-Claude Van Damme), Chosen Family (featuring Heather Graham and Julia Stiles) and The Price We Pay (starring Emile Hirsch and Stephen Dorff) and many others.
Vmi Worldwide was launched in 2010 under CEO Andre Relis.
Guz previously led international content sales and film production at Film Bridge International. Her background includes roles as an Acquisitions Manager at SinemaTV, a group of Pay TV channels and VOD platform, and as an Account Manager at Spi International, where she managed key client relationships across various territories and worked on collaborative marketing initiatives in partnership with local sales agents.
Paquit, formerly the Senior Vice President of Sales at Vmi, started working at the company in 2017 and most recently served as SVP of Sales, inking territory and negotiating sales deals for films such as Darkness of Man (starring Jean-Claude Van Damme), Chosen Family (featuring Heather Graham and Julia Stiles) and The Price We Pay (starring Emile Hirsch and Stephen Dorff) and many others.
Vmi Worldwide was launched in 2010 under CEO Andre Relis.
- 9/6/2024
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Franchises are always a big hit in the film industry because they’re a pretty safe bet for success. Audiences love getting hooked on stories and characters, following them on different adventures. But after a while, it can get old if there’s no good planning. Sometimes, it’s really about knowing when to wrap things up.
Matt Damon as Jason Bourne (Credits: Universal Pictures)
However, it can be tough when fans don’t want to let go. Bourne is a perfect example of this. To bring the story back, though, the cast has to be on board. But in this case, the director and lead actor weren’t all that excited, so it took some nudging and persistence from others. Even so, in the end, it was really the fans who made it happen.
Why Did The Bourne Franchise End in 2012? Matt Damon as Jason Bourne (Credits: Universal Pictures...
Matt Damon as Jason Bourne (Credits: Universal Pictures)
However, it can be tough when fans don’t want to let go. Bourne is a perfect example of this. To bring the story back, though, the cast has to be on board. But in this case, the director and lead actor weren’t all that excited, so it took some nudging and persistence from others. Even so, in the end, it was really the fans who made it happen.
Why Did The Bourne Franchise End in 2012? Matt Damon as Jason Bourne (Credits: Universal Pictures...
- 9/3/2024
- by Catherine Delgado
- FandomWire
Incoming is full of shit — well, one scene is, anyway. The high school comedy, which starts streaming on Netflix on Friday, concerns some uncool male buddies starting their freshman year and trying to navigate the first blowout party of their young lives. In one sequence, a couple of the friends, through some crazy circumstances, end up driving their school’s most gorgeous girl home. She’s really drunk, though, and, well, let’s just say an impromptu trip to Taco Bell turns out not to be a good idea at all. The result is one of the most revolting gross-out scenes in modern comedy. It’s a moment that the writer-director brothers Dave and John Chernin have had in their back pocket, waiting for the right opportunity.
“Man, that was an idea that we’ve had for a long time,” Dave, 39, says over Zoom, laughing. “We didn’t quite know...
“Man, that was an idea that we’ve had for a long time,” Dave, 39, says over Zoom, laughing. “We didn’t quite know...
- 8/20/2024
- Cracked
Feeling nostalgic? Netflix has you covered! August 2024 is shaping up to be a banner month for anyone craving a trip down memory lane. The streaming giant has stocked its virtual shelves with a fresh batch of throwback films that are guaranteed to stir up all the feels. Whether you're itching to revisit old favorites or discover classics for the first time, there's something for everyone.
Leading the pack is the 2002 comedy gem Mr. Deeds, which brings Adam Sandler's quirky charm front and center. But that's just the beginning! Netflix has also added the 1994 fan-favorite The Next Karate Kid, the spine-tingling 1990 horror sequel Child's Play 2, and many more blasts from the past that are just waiting to be rediscovered.
Ready to dive into a world of retro goodness? We’ve got you covered. Grab your popcorn and snacks, settle in, and join us as we count down the best...
Leading the pack is the 2002 comedy gem Mr. Deeds, which brings Adam Sandler's quirky charm front and center. But that's just the beginning! Netflix has also added the 1994 fan-favorite The Next Karate Kid, the spine-tingling 1990 horror sequel Child's Play 2, and many more blasts from the past that are just waiting to be rediscovered.
Ready to dive into a world of retro goodness? We’ve got you covered. Grab your popcorn and snacks, settle in, and join us as we count down the best...
- 8/17/2024
- by Stefani Munro
- Netflix Life
Josh Hartnett is back with another interesting project, Trap, after gaining prominence with his role in Oppenheimer. However, he has long connections with the Hollywood industry as he shared the spotlight with the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt back in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Josh Hartnett in Trap | Warner Bros. Pictures
His charming looks and undeniable talent were enough to catapult him to fame, but the actor made a shocking decision – stepping away from it all. However, taking a step back didn’t stop him from reclaiming his fame as he experienced a second shot at stardom.
Josh Hartnett Stepped Away from Hollywood During His Peak Era
Josh Hartnett‘s rise to fame is nothing but iconic. Having moved to LA at the age of 19 to pursue his acting career, he quickly landed roles that eventually catapulted him to fame.
Related“He didn’t call me...
Josh Hartnett in Trap | Warner Bros. Pictures
His charming looks and undeniable talent were enough to catapult him to fame, but the actor made a shocking decision – stepping away from it all. However, taking a step back didn’t stop him from reclaiming his fame as he experienced a second shot at stardom.
Josh Hartnett Stepped Away from Hollywood During His Peak Era
Josh Hartnett‘s rise to fame is nothing but iconic. Having moved to LA at the age of 19 to pursue his acting career, he quickly landed roles that eventually catapulted him to fame.
Related“He didn’t call me...
- 8/10/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Josh Hartnett is opening up about his wife Tamsin Egerton.
The 46-year-old Trap actor spoke about his romance with the 35-year-old St Trinian’s star began while speaking with his former O costar Julia Stiles for Interview.
“We played husband and wife in the worst movie either of us have ever made. No offense to the director, it’ll remain nameless,” he said. “It just got lost in post-production. We were shooting here in London and both had significant others, and both realized that wasn’t going to work because we really liked each other.”
Keep reading to find out more…
“So I broke up with my girlfriend, she broke up with her boyfriend, and then after we stopped filming, we started to date,” he added, noting they went mostly long-distance between New York and London at the start of their relationship.
“Then she came out to the States and...
The 46-year-old Trap actor spoke about his romance with the 35-year-old St Trinian’s star began while speaking with his former O costar Julia Stiles for Interview.
“We played husband and wife in the worst movie either of us have ever made. No offense to the director, it’ll remain nameless,” he said. “It just got lost in post-production. We were shooting here in London and both had significant others, and both realized that wasn’t going to work because we really liked each other.”
Keep reading to find out more…
“So I broke up with my girlfriend, she broke up with her boyfriend, and then after we stopped filming, we started to date,” he added, noting they went mostly long-distance between New York and London at the start of their relationship.
“Then she came out to the States and...
- 8/8/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Josh Hartnett Reflects on Meeting Wife While Co-Starring in “Worst Movie Either of Us Has Ever Made”
Josh Hartnett is reflecting on meeting his wife while the two co-starred in a movie in 2011.
The Trap star began dating fellow actor Tamsin Egerton in 2012 after meeting on the set of The Lovers. The couple have been married since 2021 and share four kids.
During a conversation with O co-star Julia Stiles in Interview magazine, Hartnett joked that they met in “the most Hollywood way imaginable.”
“We played husband and wife in the worst movie either of us has ever made,” he said. “No offense to the director, it’ll remain nameless. It just got lost in postproduction. We were shooting here in London and both had significant others, and both realized that wasn’t going to work because we really liked each other.”
The Bear actor admitted he broke up with his girlfriend at the time, and Egerton broke up with her boyfriend at the time, and when they finished filming,...
The Trap star began dating fellow actor Tamsin Egerton in 2012 after meeting on the set of The Lovers. The couple have been married since 2021 and share four kids.
During a conversation with O co-star Julia Stiles in Interview magazine, Hartnett joked that they met in “the most Hollywood way imaginable.”
“We played husband and wife in the worst movie either of us has ever made,” he said. “No offense to the director, it’ll remain nameless. It just got lost in postproduction. We were shooting here in London and both had significant others, and both realized that wasn’t going to work because we really liked each other.”
The Bear actor admitted he broke up with his girlfriend at the time, and Egerton broke up with her boyfriend at the time, and when they finished filming,...
- 8/7/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
There are certain cultural touchstones of Philadelphia just like there are cultural touchstones to an M. Night Shyamalan movie. The city has its skyline, its accent, the Rocky steps. The filmmaker has his outrageous premises and horror twists. Wide Awake, Shyamalan’s second, pre-Sixth Sense movie, has almost none of...
- 8/7/2024
- by Mary Kate Carr
- avclub.com
Heather Graham’s chosen family is growing.
The actress-turned-filmmaker’s latest big-screen effort, Chosen Family, has been acquired by Brainstorm Media for North America with a theatrical release set for Oct. 11.
Written, directed by and starring Graham, the Verdi Prods. film also stars John Brotherton, Ella Grace Helton, Andrea Savage, Michael Gross, Julie Halston, Thomas Lennon and Julia Stiles. Chosen Family follows a yoga teacher named Ann (Graham) who is on a path to find inner peace amidst the chaos of her manic family and miserable dating life. The situation is complicated by an inability to say no and her relentless desire to fix everyone’s problems. She also struggles to save her sister Clio (Stiles) from addiction, leading to disastrous results.
Graham said she can’t wait for audiences to see her film, which she describes as a labor of love. “I’m so excited that Brainstorm is releasing...
The actress-turned-filmmaker’s latest big-screen effort, Chosen Family, has been acquired by Brainstorm Media for North America with a theatrical release set for Oct. 11.
Written, directed by and starring Graham, the Verdi Prods. film also stars John Brotherton, Ella Grace Helton, Andrea Savage, Michael Gross, Julie Halston, Thomas Lennon and Julia Stiles. Chosen Family follows a yoga teacher named Ann (Graham) who is on a path to find inner peace amidst the chaos of her manic family and miserable dating life. The situation is complicated by an inability to say no and her relentless desire to fix everyone’s problems. She also struggles to save her sister Clio (Stiles) from addiction, leading to disastrous results.
Graham said she can’t wait for audiences to see her film, which she describes as a labor of love. “I’m so excited that Brainstorm is releasing...
- 8/6/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Josh Hartnett was positioned as a leading man early in his career, but while he was capable of playing a traditional hero, the roles did not always leave room for nuance in character or performance. During this rise to stardom and the years following it, Hartnett has shown more complexity,...
- 8/1/2024
- by Bryden Doyle
- avclub.com
Peter Dinklage, Lupita Nyong’o, Sandra Oh and Jesse Tyler Ferguson will be part of the cast of Twelfth Night, which is set to reopen the Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
The production, directed by The Public Theater’s resident director Saheem Ali, is slated to take place in August 2025. The outdoor theater, which is run by the Public Theater and offers free tickets to the public for its Free Shakespeare in the Park, has been closed and undergoing renovations since last fall.
In the production, Dinklage will play Malvolio, Nyong’o will play Viola, Sandra Oh will play Olivia and Ferguson will play Andrew Aguecheek.
“Twelfth Night is the epitome of joy,” Ali said. “It also happens to be the first production I ever saw at The Delacorte, as a college student taking the Chinatown bus from Boston. I’m delighted to be reuniting with my dear friend Lupita Nyong’o,...
The production, directed by The Public Theater’s resident director Saheem Ali, is slated to take place in August 2025. The outdoor theater, which is run by the Public Theater and offers free tickets to the public for its Free Shakespeare in the Park, has been closed and undergoing renovations since last fall.
In the production, Dinklage will play Malvolio, Nyong’o will play Viola, Sandra Oh will play Olivia and Ferguson will play Andrew Aguecheek.
“Twelfth Night is the epitome of joy,” Ali said. “It also happens to be the first production I ever saw at The Delacorte, as a college student taking the Chinatown bus from Boston. I’m delighted to be reuniting with my dear friend Lupita Nyong’o,...
- 7/25/2024
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘Extrapolations,' Apple TV+’s television series, follows several different stories of people’s lives before, during, and after climate change affects the world. Through director Scott Burns, the possibilities are endless when it comes to the unknown of the earth’s future. Through each character, ‘Extrapolations’ explores the complexities of love, hate, fear, and family as worlds collide into a masterpiece of storytelling. The cast of this series includes Diane Lane, Simon Deonarian, Eiza González, Marion Cotillard, Tobey Maguire, Meryl Streep, Forest Whitaker, Daveed Diggs, Douglas Hodge, Kit Harington, Sienna Miller, Tahar Rahim, Matthew Rhys, Heather Graham, Peter Riegert, and Yara Shahidi. ‘Extrapolations’ will be premiered on Apple TV+ on March 17th, 2023, and is set to run for eight episodes. Follow along with the unique and relatable characters of the series as they experience trials and joys throughout the future of our planet. Curious to know more about the creation of the series?...
- 7/24/2024
- by Finley Clough
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
Who is Mackenzie’s celebrity relative on Season 3 of Claim To Fame? The identities of three of the cast members have been revealed already. Two of them have been discovered via viewers while one was sent home through a wrong guess. Now, fans have figured out who Mackenzie is related to. So, who is it? Keep reading for more details.
Claim To Fame: Who Is Mackenzie’s Celebrity Relative?
Before the new season of Claim To Fame even started, fans saw Mackenzie and thought she looked like Julia Stiles. Her clues were that her celebrity relative was her father, they were best known for being a singer, and they had a Tony. She immediately debunked the last one and said no one had any Broadway talent in her family. So, that took away Julia Stiles from the equation. This left questions as to who she could possibly be related...
Claim To Fame: Who Is Mackenzie’s Celebrity Relative?
Before the new season of Claim To Fame even started, fans saw Mackenzie and thought she looked like Julia Stiles. Her clues were that her celebrity relative was her father, they were best known for being a singer, and they had a Tony. She immediately debunked the last one and said no one had any Broadway talent in her family. So, that took away Julia Stiles from the equation. This left questions as to who she could possibly be related...
- 7/11/2024
- by Amanda Lauren
- TV Shows Ace
Ouija: Origin Of EvilImage: Universal Pictures
Making a good prequel is hard, but making a good horror prequel has always felt especially challenging. After all, the more you explain a monster, the harder it is for the fear of the unknown to creep into the story, and that means horror...
Making a good prequel is hard, but making a good horror prequel has always felt especially challenging. After all, the more you explain a monster, the harder it is for the fear of the unknown to creep into the story, and that means horror...
- 6/26/2024
- by Matthew Jackson
- avclub.com
The release of First Omen has encouraged many fans to revisit The Omen franchise ( Photo Credit – Facebook )
First Omen has rekindled the viewers’ interest in the classic horror franchise The Omen, prompting many fans to revisit the iconic series. Here, we have explored The Omen franchise in a chronological order. This series has left an indelible mark on the horror genre, and understanding its sequence will enhance your viewing experience, allowing you to appreciate the evolution of its dark and haunting story.
First Omen (2024) Director: Arkasha Stevenson Cast: Nell Tiger Free, Ralph Ineson, Sonia Braga, Tawfeek Barhom, Maria Caballero Available on: Hulu (US) & Disney Plus hotstar (India) IMDb rating: 6.5/10
Begin your journey into the omen franchise with the movie First Omen that sets the plot in motion for the birth of the Antichrist. Nell Tiger Free stars as a nun sent to a secretive church in Rome, where she unravels...
First Omen has rekindled the viewers’ interest in the classic horror franchise The Omen, prompting many fans to revisit the iconic series. Here, we have explored The Omen franchise in a chronological order. This series has left an indelible mark on the horror genre, and understanding its sequence will enhance your viewing experience, allowing you to appreciate the evolution of its dark and haunting story.
First Omen (2024) Director: Arkasha Stevenson Cast: Nell Tiger Free, Ralph Ineson, Sonia Braga, Tawfeek Barhom, Maria Caballero Available on: Hulu (US) & Disney Plus hotstar (India) IMDb rating: 6.5/10
Begin your journey into the omen franchise with the movie First Omen that sets the plot in motion for the birth of the Antichrist. Nell Tiger Free stars as a nun sent to a secretive church in Rome, where she unravels...
- 6/19/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Glen Powell is now finding his footing in Hollywood after his roster of successful projects over the past few years. From the action thriller Top Gun: Maverick to the romantic comedy Anyone But You, he’s slowly gaining momentum as a rising star.
Glen Powell in Top Gun: Maverick / Paramount Pictures
But, before all these victorious box office hits, he knew what it’s like to star in a major box office bomb. The actor notably appeared in 2016’s Misconduct alongside two veteran stars in Hollywood: Al Pacino and Anthony Hopkins.
Glen Powell’s Major Box Office Flop Only Made A Hundred Dollars On Its Opening Weekend
When a movie stars two of the greatest actors in history, it’s supposed to make money, but that’s not the case with Shintaro Shimosawa’s Misconduct. The film cost $11 million to make, and on its opening weekend, it only earned $141, as per Variety.
Glen Powell in Top Gun: Maverick / Paramount Pictures
But, before all these victorious box office hits, he knew what it’s like to star in a major box office bomb. The actor notably appeared in 2016’s Misconduct alongside two veteran stars in Hollywood: Al Pacino and Anthony Hopkins.
Glen Powell’s Major Box Office Flop Only Made A Hundred Dollars On Its Opening Weekend
When a movie stars two of the greatest actors in history, it’s supposed to make money, but that’s not the case with Shintaro Shimosawa’s Misconduct. The film cost $11 million to make, and on its opening weekend, it only earned $141, as per Variety.
- 6/8/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
10 Best Women-Led Heist Movies To Watch, If You Enjoyed Kareena Kapoor, Kriti Sanon And Tabu’s Crew On Netflix(Photo Credit –IMDb)
Who says women cannot pull off a masterfully planned heist? Rajesh A Krishnan’s directed comedy-drama Crew is proof of that. The film, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon, and Tabu as Jasmine, Divya Rana, and Geeta Sethi, was recently released on Netflix after its successful run in theatres. The story revolves around the crew of the bankrupt Kohinoor Airlines, who struggle to make ends meet. The three crewmates Geeta, Jasmine, and Divya are fed up with their endless hustle and decide to get down to the business of gold smuggling to end their misery.
While the three got richer, their other colleagues suffered as their months of salaries were unpaid. Finally, Geeta, Jasmine, and Divya hatch a plan to rob their boss, chairman of Kohinoor Airlines, Vijay Walia...
Who says women cannot pull off a masterfully planned heist? Rajesh A Krishnan’s directed comedy-drama Crew is proof of that. The film, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon, and Tabu as Jasmine, Divya Rana, and Geeta Sethi, was recently released on Netflix after its successful run in theatres. The story revolves around the crew of the bankrupt Kohinoor Airlines, who struggle to make ends meet. The three crewmates Geeta, Jasmine, and Divya are fed up with their endless hustle and decide to get down to the business of gold smuggling to end their misery.
While the three got richer, their other colleagues suffered as their months of salaries were unpaid. Finally, Geeta, Jasmine, and Divya hatch a plan to rob their boss, chairman of Kohinoor Airlines, Vijay Walia...
- 5/30/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
A hater’s well never runs dry, and Kendrick Lamar’s is overflowing. The rapper started this week off by letting Drake know just how much he hates him on the single “Euphoria,” released without warning on Tuesday morning. Drake knew the response was coming — in fact, he released two back-to-back singles urging Lamar to get in the booth. “Euphoria,” as it turns out, was only the beginning. On Friday morning, the rapper came back for more with another surprise release, “6:16 in LA.”
Rolling Stone confirmed that Jack Antonoff worked on the track.
Rolling Stone confirmed that Jack Antonoff worked on the track.
- 5/3/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Hey there, fellow fans of all things love and laughter! One genre that never fails to put a smile on my face and warm my heart is romantic comedies.
As someone who’s always believed in the magic of love stories and who’s spent countless movie nights indulging in rom-com marathons, I’m thrilled to share a curated list of ten timeless classics that define what rom-coms are all about.
Related: 10 Best Rom-Coms of All Time, Ranked by Viewers
By the end of this list, you’ll be ready to snuggle up with your favorite blanket, a bowl of popcorn, and some heartwarming tales that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Let’s dive in, shall we?
A Personal Affair with Rom-Com Magic
A certain magic in romantic comedies has always drawn me in.
The way they capture the dance of emotions, the quirks of relationships, and...
As someone who’s always believed in the magic of love stories and who’s spent countless movie nights indulging in rom-com marathons, I’m thrilled to share a curated list of ten timeless classics that define what rom-coms are all about.
Related: 10 Best Rom-Coms of All Time, Ranked by Viewers
By the end of this list, you’ll be ready to snuggle up with your favorite blanket, a bowl of popcorn, and some heartwarming tales that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Let’s dive in, shall we?
A Personal Affair with Rom-Com Magic
A certain magic in romantic comedies has always drawn me in.
The way they capture the dance of emotions, the quirks of relationships, and...
- 4/13/2024
- by Pia Vermaak
- buddytv.com
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” dominated the domestic box office again, looming large over newcomers “Monkey Man” and “The First Omen.”
Warner Bros. and Legendary Entertainment’s monster tentpole added $31.7 million from 3,948 theaters in its second weekend of release. Ticket sales dropped a standard (for a tentpole of its size and scale) 60% from its mighty $80 million debut and stand at $132 million domestically and $361 million globally.
First-time director Dev Patel’s action thriller “Monkey Man” nabbed second place with $10.1 million from 3,029 venues, while Disney and 20th Century’s supernatural prequel “The First Omen” trailed at the No. 4 spot with a muted $8.4 million from 3,375 locations.
Both “Monkey Man” and “The First Omen” were destined for streaming — and not the big screen. With “Monkey Man,” originally set at Netflix, Universal Pictures landed rights for $10 million after filmmaker Jordan Peele (whose production company has a distribution deal with Universal) saw the movie and...
Warner Bros. and Legendary Entertainment’s monster tentpole added $31.7 million from 3,948 theaters in its second weekend of release. Ticket sales dropped a standard (for a tentpole of its size and scale) 60% from its mighty $80 million debut and stand at $132 million domestically and $361 million globally.
First-time director Dev Patel’s action thriller “Monkey Man” nabbed second place with $10.1 million from 3,029 venues, while Disney and 20th Century’s supernatural prequel “The First Omen” trailed at the No. 4 spot with a muted $8.4 million from 3,375 locations.
Both “Monkey Man” and “The First Omen” were destined for streaming — and not the big screen. With “Monkey Man,” originally set at Netflix, Universal Pictures landed rights for $10 million after filmmaker Jordan Peele (whose production company has a distribution deal with Universal) saw the movie and...
- 4/7/2024
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Surprise! Julia Stiles is now a mom of three!
In a new interview published on Wednesday (April 3), the 43-year-old 10 Things I Hate About You actress revealed that she and husband Preston J. Cook quietly welcomed their third child together five months ago.
Keep reading to find out more…“I’m kind of like a bundle of emotions, because I have a 5-month-old baby and I went into directing my first movie,” Julia shared with The New York Times about her directorial debut Wish You Were Here.
“I didn’t really talk about it,” Julia said of her third pregnancy. She didn’t reveal the baby’s sex or name.
“I think that actually being a mom is really great training for being a director,” Julia explained. “You have to think 10 steps ahead but also be in the present moment. You have to be good at time management. You have to...
In a new interview published on Wednesday (April 3), the 43-year-old 10 Things I Hate About You actress revealed that she and husband Preston J. Cook quietly welcomed their third child together five months ago.
Keep reading to find out more…“I’m kind of like a bundle of emotions, because I have a 5-month-old baby and I went into directing my first movie,” Julia shared with The New York Times about her directorial debut Wish You Were Here.
“I didn’t really talk about it,” Julia said of her third pregnancy. She didn’t reveal the baby’s sex or name.
“I think that actually being a mom is really great training for being a director,” Julia explained. “You have to think 10 steps ahead but also be in the present moment. You have to be good at time management. You have to...
- 4/4/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” is poised to stomp all over the box office competition… again.
After its better-than-expected debut, Warner Bros. and Legendary Entertainment’s monster tentpole has generated $95 million domestically and $210 worldwide to date. Now, “Godzilla x Kong” looks to add $32 million to $36 million in its second weekend of release. Those ticket sales, down roughly 55% from its opening, will easily be enough to lead over two newcomers, director Dev Patel’s action-thriller “Monkey Man” and Disney and 20th Century’s supernatural prequel “The First Omen.”
“Monkey Man” is targeting $12 million to start, while “The First Omen” is projected to pull ahead with $14 million to $15 million. Holdovers, including “Kung Fu Panda 4,” “Dune: Part Two” and “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” will otherwise round out box office charts.
“Monkey Man” was initially destined for Netflix and not the big screen. But Universal Pictures landed rights after Jordan Peele, whose production...
After its better-than-expected debut, Warner Bros. and Legendary Entertainment’s monster tentpole has generated $95 million domestically and $210 worldwide to date. Now, “Godzilla x Kong” looks to add $32 million to $36 million in its second weekend of release. Those ticket sales, down roughly 55% from its opening, will easily be enough to lead over two newcomers, director Dev Patel’s action-thriller “Monkey Man” and Disney and 20th Century’s supernatural prequel “The First Omen.”
“Monkey Man” is targeting $12 million to start, while “The First Omen” is projected to pull ahead with $14 million to $15 million. Holdovers, including “Kung Fu Panda 4,” “Dune: Part Two” and “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” will otherwise round out box office charts.
“Monkey Man” was initially destined for Netflix and not the big screen. But Universal Pictures landed rights after Jordan Peele, whose production...
- 4/3/2024
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
The 10 Things I Hate About You cast probably didn’t know it then, but the actors in the 1999 teen rom-com would get their breakout role. In the 25 years since its release, 10 Things I Hate About You has become a cult classic and a career highlight for its actors.
On the surface, 10 Things I Hate About You doesn’t sound like a recipe for success. A William Shakespeare play reworked into a teen comedy featuring a cast of mostly unknown actors? Critics didn’t fall head over heels for it in 1999, but the movie’s appeal has grown over time and attracted new generations of fans (even if sequel plans failed). And if the 10 Things I Hate About You cast was unknown then, now there is no mistaking the talent of stars like Julia Stiles, Heath Ledger, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
Julia Stiles Julia Stiles | Buena Vista/Getty Images...
On the surface, 10 Things I Hate About You doesn’t sound like a recipe for success. A William Shakespeare play reworked into a teen comedy featuring a cast of mostly unknown actors? Critics didn’t fall head over heels for it in 1999, but the movie’s appeal has grown over time and attracted new generations of fans (even if sequel plans failed). And if the 10 Things I Hate About You cast was unknown then, now there is no mistaking the talent of stars like Julia Stiles, Heath Ledger, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
Julia Stiles Julia Stiles | Buena Vista/Getty Images...
- 3/31/2024
- by Matt Moore
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The season of the very first sign of the zodiac is here, and that’s exactly why being a leader comes so easy for Aries folks.
And that’s no joke, Aries really don’t know what else to be but a boss, CEO or innovator, because they’d rather play by their own rules. They march to the beat of their own drum and rarely ever need anyone to play backup instrumentals. Their charm, playful personality and great sense of humor make up for their impulsiveness and sometimes hot-temper, and there’s absolutely no other sign who will keep it all the way real with you like an Aries does, even if it’s something you don’t want to hear. They tell it like it is, as dishonesty goes against their entire m.o.
As ambitious as they are — known for being some of the greatest to ever...
And that’s no joke, Aries really don’t know what else to be but a boss, CEO or innovator, because they’d rather play by their own rules. They march to the beat of their own drum and rarely ever need anyone to play backup instrumentals. Their charm, playful personality and great sense of humor make up for their impulsiveness and sometimes hot-temper, and there’s absolutely no other sign who will keep it all the way real with you like an Aries does, even if it’s something you don’t want to hear. They tell it like it is, as dishonesty goes against their entire m.o.
As ambitious as they are — known for being some of the greatest to ever...
- 3/30/2024
- by Raquel 'Rocky' Harris
- The Wrap
It’s a big year for Sony’s Spider-Man-adjacent comic book universe. The year started with Madame Web connecting them all – and this summer, we’ll see Aaron Taylor-Johnson make his debut as the title character of J.C. Chandor’s Kraven The Hunter. And beyond that, there’s a third film to come from the ‘Spumc’ (as it was once known) in 2024 – Tom Hardy’s third outing as Venom. Now, some fresh details have emerged about what’s in store.
The film has received the official title Venom: The Last Dance – a title that indicates a possible trilogy-capping final chapter. Or, perhaps, a Magic Mike-esque bout of male stripping. Perhaps even both. The film – both written and directed by Kelly Marcel, who co-wrote on Venom and Venom: Let There Be Carnage – also has a new release date, set to hit screens on 25 October. The film, as previously reported,...
The film has received the official title Venom: The Last Dance – a title that indicates a possible trilogy-capping final chapter. Or, perhaps, a Magic Mike-esque bout of male stripping. Perhaps even both. The film – both written and directed by Kelly Marcel, who co-wrote on Venom and Venom: Let There Be Carnage – also has a new release date, set to hit screens on 25 October. The film, as previously reported,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
20th Century Studios’ second trailer for The First Omen finds a priest warning a nun to be very careful around one particular orphan. Why? Because bad things will start to happen around her. Evil things.
Servant‘s Nell Tiger Free stars as the nun who feels protective of the peculiar orphan in the prequel to The Omen. The cast also includes Tawfeek Barhom (Mary Magdalene), Sonia Braga (Kiss of the Spider Woman), Ralph Ineson (The Northman), Charles Dance (Game of Thrones), and Bill Nighy (Living).
Arkasha Stevenson (Channel Zero) directed and co-wrote the screenplay with Tim Smith and Keith Thomas, based on characters created by David Seltzer. David S. Goyer and Keith Levine served as producers, with Tim Smith, Whitney Brown, and Gracie Wheelan executive producing.
“When a young American woman is sent to Rome to begin a life of service to the church, she encounters a darkness that causes...
Servant‘s Nell Tiger Free stars as the nun who feels protective of the peculiar orphan in the prequel to The Omen. The cast also includes Tawfeek Barhom (Mary Magdalene), Sonia Braga (Kiss of the Spider Woman), Ralph Ineson (The Northman), Charles Dance (Game of Thrones), and Bill Nighy (Living).
Arkasha Stevenson (Channel Zero) directed and co-wrote the screenplay with Tim Smith and Keith Thomas, based on characters created by David Seltzer. David S. Goyer and Keith Levine served as producers, with Tim Smith, Whitney Brown, and Gracie Wheelan executive producing.
“When a young American woman is sent to Rome to begin a life of service to the church, she encounters a darkness that causes...
- 3/11/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Exclusive: Madeline Brewer has been cast in Netflix’s hit psychological drama You for the show’s fifth and final season.
In a series regular role, Brewer will portray Bronte, an enigmatic and free-spirited playwright who comes to work for Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) at his bookstore. As the two connect over literature and loss, she stokes in him a nostalgia for his former self, causing him to question everything his life has become.
You, based on Caroline Kepnes’ best-selling novel of the same name, revolves around the question, “What would you do for love?” The series follows Joe Goldberg, a man who will do just about anything when love is at stake.
Season 4 was set in London where Joe took on the new identity of Jonathan Moore, an English professor, while following Marienne (Tati Gabrielle) around Europe. Details regarding the focus...
In a series regular role, Brewer will portray Bronte, an enigmatic and free-spirited playwright who comes to work for Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) at his bookstore. As the two connect over literature and loss, she stokes in him a nostalgia for his former self, causing him to question everything his life has become.
You, based on Caroline Kepnes’ best-selling novel of the same name, revolves around the question, “What would you do for love?” The series follows Joe Goldberg, a man who will do just about anything when love is at stake.
Season 4 was set in London where Joe took on the new identity of Jonathan Moore, an English professor, while following Marienne (Tati Gabrielle) around Europe. Details regarding the focus...
- 3/8/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated actress Julia Stiles has wrapped production on her directorial debut, Wish You Were Here, based on the bestseller by Renee Carlino. The cast includes Isabelle Fuhrman (The Novice), Mena Massoud (Aladdin), Jimmie Fails (The Last Black Man in San Francisco), Gabby Kono (Magic Carpet Rides), Jennifer Grey (A Real Pain) and Kelsey Grammer (Frasier).
Adapted for the screen by Stiles, the film tells the story of Charlotte, a woman who finds herself in a rut, searching for a spark that seems just out of reach. After she has a whirlwind night of romance and imagining a future with a man named Adam, he ghosts her. But when Charlotte finally discovers that Adam is terminally ill, she helps him spend his last days living life to the fullest.
In a statement to Deadline, Stiles shared that she’s “been looking for years for the right story to tell” as director,...
Adapted for the screen by Stiles, the film tells the story of Charlotte, a woman who finds herself in a rut, searching for a spark that seems just out of reach. After she has a whirlwind night of romance and imagining a future with a man named Adam, he ghosts her. But when Charlotte finally discovers that Adam is terminally ill, she helps him spend his last days living life to the fullest.
In a statement to Deadline, Stiles shared that she’s “been looking for years for the right story to tell” as director,...
- 2/23/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Vmi Worldwide has acquired Heather Graham’s comedy “Chosen Family” and will shop the film to international buyers at the upcoming Berlin Film Festival market. Graham, who is best known for the “Hangover” movies, wrote, directed and stars in the film, about a yoga instructor navigating various relationship dramas.
The film will make its world premiere on the closing night of the Santa Barbara Film Festival on Feb. 17.
Graham plays Ann, a yoga teacher attempting to find inner peace despite her manic family and miserable dating life. Not knowing how to say no, she often ends up fixing everyone else’s problems. While trying to repair her relationship with her sister, Ann relies on her friends to guide her through life’s woes.
Rounding out the cast is Julia Stiles, playing Ann’s estranged sister Clio, alongside Thomas Lennon, Andrea Savage, John Brotherton and Michael Gross.
“Chosen Family” marks the latest film from Verdi Prods.
The film will make its world premiere on the closing night of the Santa Barbara Film Festival on Feb. 17.
Graham plays Ann, a yoga teacher attempting to find inner peace despite her manic family and miserable dating life. Not knowing how to say no, she often ends up fixing everyone else’s problems. While trying to repair her relationship with her sister, Ann relies on her friends to guide her through life’s woes.
Rounding out the cast is Julia Stiles, playing Ann’s estranged sister Clio, alongside Thomas Lennon, Andrea Savage, John Brotherton and Michael Gross.
“Chosen Family” marks the latest film from Verdi Prods.
- 2/5/2024
- by Diego Ramos Bechara
- Variety Film + TV
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