Screenwriter Eric Roth has written an adaptation of the sci-fi short story called I Am Waiting For You, reportedly for Dune director Denis Villeneuve.
Having made what is currently the highest grossing film of 2024, Dune: Part Two, the logical question is: what does director Denis Villeneuve make next? There’s been talk about turning his Dune saga into a trilogy with Dune: Messiah, but the filmmaker has previously said “it would be healthy” to make something slightly different before he returns to Arrakis.
Among the potential films we know about there’s his long-discussed Cleopatra epic; an adaptation of Arthur C Clarke’s sci-fi novel Rendezvous With Rama, an adaptation of the non-fiction book Nuclear War: A Scenario.
Then there’s a slightly more mysterious sci-fi film said to be “about space and time”, written by Eric Roth, who also wrote the adapted screenplay of Rendezvous With Rama. When Roth...
Having made what is currently the highest grossing film of 2024, Dune: Part Two, the logical question is: what does director Denis Villeneuve make next? There’s been talk about turning his Dune saga into a trilogy with Dune: Messiah, but the filmmaker has previously said “it would be healthy” to make something slightly different before he returns to Arrakis.
Among the potential films we know about there’s his long-discussed Cleopatra epic; an adaptation of Arthur C Clarke’s sci-fi novel Rendezvous With Rama, an adaptation of the non-fiction book Nuclear War: A Scenario.
Then there’s a slightly more mysterious sci-fi film said to be “about space and time”, written by Eric Roth, who also wrote the adapted screenplay of Rendezvous With Rama. When Roth...
- 6/10/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Deepika Padukone recently unveiled a new poster of herself from the upcoming film “Kalki 2898 Ad” ahead of the trailer launch. Sharing the poster on Instagram, Deepika captioned it, “The hope begins with her #Kalki2898AD Trailer out Tomorrow.” In the poster, Deepika is seen wearing a brown costume, staring worriedly into the distance against the backdrop of a dystopian city.
Kalki 2898Ad Poster: Prabhas in a superhero look unveiling the future
Ranveer Singh, Deepika’s husband, was among the first to express his excitement, commenting, “B O O M stunner!” on her post. The intense and futuristic setting depicted in the poster suggests that Deepika’s character will navigate a high-stakes and emotionally charged journey.
One user commented saying, “Okay first of all, you look great! but gotta be honest, this poster gives me the Hollywood movie “Dune” vibes. I am hoping this is not a remake of dune but even if it is,...
Kalki 2898Ad Poster: Prabhas in a superhero look unveiling the future
Ranveer Singh, Deepika’s husband, was among the first to express his excitement, commenting, “B O O M stunner!” on her post. The intense and futuristic setting depicted in the poster suggests that Deepika’s character will navigate a high-stakes and emotionally charged journey.
One user commented saying, “Okay first of all, you look great! but gotta be honest, this poster gives me the Hollywood movie “Dune” vibes. I am hoping this is not a remake of dune but even if it is,...
- 6/10/2024
- by Shweta Ghadashi
- GlamSham
Ridley Scott's 2015 film "The Martian," based on the novel by Andy Weir, was one of the year's best films. Set in the near future, "The Martian" tells the story of a botanist named Dr. Mark Watney (Matt Damon) who went on a mission to Mars with a team of other astronaut researchers. When a storm hit the Martian surface, the astronauts fled, forced to leave Watney behind. Watney, having limited air and resources, assesses his situation and begins constructing a long-term shelter. Using his botanical know-how, and possessed of gumption and optimism, Watney proceeds "to science the s*** out of" the situation, teaching himself how to grow food in the Martian soil and keep his air supply viable. He also scours nearby Martian landing sites, looking for communication equipment that would allow him to contact Earth.
"The Martian" values scientific knowledge, arguing that being well-educated and highly trained are practical and exhilarating virtues.
"The Martian" values scientific knowledge, arguing that being well-educated and highly trained are practical and exhilarating virtues.
- 6/9/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
It’s been more than a decade since the release of Bethesda’s The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and even today, gamers are fascinated by exploring its massive open world. Seriously, Todd Howard and his team have managed to craft a game that has defined an entire generation of gamers, leaving a mark in the gaming landscape.
It’s really easy to play through The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and get caught up in the immersive world and lore, which might make you forget about the fantastic voice acting that went into the game. While multiple voice actors have lent their talents to a number of characters, others are limited to a handful or simply one. That being said, there are very famous names attached to Skyrim, including one who even played Diana Prince in the DC’s incredibly popular Wonder Woman series!
Wonder Woman Voiced Some Popular Characters in...
It’s really easy to play through The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and get caught up in the immersive world and lore, which might make you forget about the fantastic voice acting that went into the game. While multiple voice actors have lent their talents to a number of characters, others are limited to a handful or simply one. That being said, there are very famous names attached to Skyrim, including one who even played Diana Prince in the DC’s incredibly popular Wonder Woman series!
Wonder Woman Voiced Some Popular Characters in...
- 6/9/2024
- by Dhruv Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Denis Villeneuve’s Dune films are visual spectacles, but there’s one thing that elevates the look of the films completely. Hans Zimmer’s Oscar-winning musical score in Dune and his subsequent work in Dune: Part Two were both integral parts of Villeneuve’s storytelling. However, unlike Christopher Nolan, the Sicario director did one thing to avoid limiting the musician’s perspective.
Hans Zimmer (credits: Raph_PH | Wikimedia Commons)
During a recent interview, Zimmer shared that Villeneuve never showed him the script for the films. The director wanted the score to come out of the conversations he had with Zimmer about Frank Herbert’s classic novel. Interestingly, their collaboration began on Blade Runner 2049 after Villeneuve parted ways with his frequent collaborator Jóhann Jóhannsson.
Denis Villeneuve Never Showed The Script Of Dune Films To Hans Zimmer Denis Villeneuve with Timothée Chalamet on the set of Dune | Warner Bros.
During an...
Hans Zimmer (credits: Raph_PH | Wikimedia Commons)
During a recent interview, Zimmer shared that Villeneuve never showed him the script for the films. The director wanted the score to come out of the conversations he had with Zimmer about Frank Herbert’s classic novel. Interestingly, their collaboration began on Blade Runner 2049 after Villeneuve parted ways with his frequent collaborator Jóhann Jóhannsson.
Denis Villeneuve Never Showed The Script Of Dune Films To Hans Zimmer Denis Villeneuve with Timothée Chalamet on the set of Dune | Warner Bros.
During an...
- 6/9/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
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From keeping footprints out of frame to the VFX team having to create a whole technique for the hologram scenes, everything about Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" and its sequel required meticulous attention to detail and a willingness to innovate in order to bring Frank Herbert's 1965 story to life. One of the best examples of this is the Harkonnen arena battle from "Dune: Part Two," in which three Atreides soldiers face off against Austin Butler's vicious warrior Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen.
Shot entirely in monochrome, this sequence stands out not only for its distinct visual style but for its intensity and the creeping sense of doom it evokes. As Feyd-Rautha, nephew of the Baron Vladimir Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgård), takes on the captured Atreides soldiers, his unbridled glee at ending their lives and the roars of the Harkonnen crowd establish Butler's...
From keeping footprints out of frame to the VFX team having to create a whole technique for the hologram scenes, everything about Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" and its sequel required meticulous attention to detail and a willingness to innovate in order to bring Frank Herbert's 1965 story to life. One of the best examples of this is the Harkonnen arena battle from "Dune: Part Two," in which three Atreides soldiers face off against Austin Butler's vicious warrior Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen.
Shot entirely in monochrome, this sequence stands out not only for its distinct visual style but for its intensity and the creeping sense of doom it evokes. As Feyd-Rautha, nephew of the Baron Vladimir Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgård), takes on the captured Atreides soldiers, his unbridled glee at ending their lives and the roars of the Harkonnen crowd establish Butler's...
- 6/9/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Though they're undeniably successful, large parts of Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" movies can come off a little bleak. Still, there's no denying the sheer coolness factor of the ornithopters. The aircraft used by House Atreides to traverse the desert landscapes of the planet Arrakis are one of the most memorable elements of the "Dune" aesthetic, combining the form of a dragonfly with elements of helicopter design and producing something so visually striking that Lego has since produced one of the coolest building brick vehicles ever with its ornithopter set.
Production designer Patrice Vermette began working on the ornithopter back in 2018 and drew from a multitude of inspirations, including insects and birds on the natural side of things and helicopters on the more technological side. Once the design had been nailed down, the production team actually built large parts of the 'thopters to allow the "Dune" actors to interact with the hardware.
Production designer Patrice Vermette began working on the ornithopter back in 2018 and drew from a multitude of inspirations, including insects and birds on the natural side of things and helicopters on the more technological side. Once the design had been nailed down, the production team actually built large parts of the 'thopters to allow the "Dune" actors to interact with the hardware.
- 6/9/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Denis Villeneuve’s Dune films are seen as technical masterpieces not only for the director’s unique vision in bringing Frank Herbert’s narratives to life, but also for the haunting score by one of the world’s prolific composers, Hans Zimmer. The musician’s soaring notes that brought the vast Arrakis sands to life, made viewers immerse themselves even more fervently into Herbert’s world.
Oscar winning composer Hans Zimmer (image credit: Richard Yaussi/Wikimedia Commons)
Zimmer, who confessed to having an excellent working relationship with Villeneuve for the films, gave an interesting bit of trivia regarding the score for Dune 2. The composer revealed that he started working on the 2nd film even before the director gave him the green signal to do so, and secretly used a particular piece multiple times as an opener during his Europe tour.
Hans Zimmer Debuted This Dune 2 Love Theme Long...
Oscar winning composer Hans Zimmer (image credit: Richard Yaussi/Wikimedia Commons)
Zimmer, who confessed to having an excellent working relationship with Villeneuve for the films, gave an interesting bit of trivia regarding the score for Dune 2. The composer revealed that he started working on the 2nd film even before the director gave him the green signal to do so, and secretly used a particular piece multiple times as an opener during his Europe tour.
Hans Zimmer Debuted This Dune 2 Love Theme Long...
- 6/8/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
First announced early last year, the next installment in Sid Meier’s renowned franchise has finally been unveiled. The upcoming Civilization 7 received a cinematic teaser at Summer Game Fest, giving fans a first glimpse of what’s to come.
While keeping things vague, the trailer sets the tone for the upcoming “revolutionary new chapter” in the series, suggesting it might take the franchise to new heights when the game launches next year.
Civilization 7 Gets World Premiere Trailer at Summer Game Fest
2K and Firaxis joined the 2024 Summer Game Fest extravaganza on Friday to reveal Sid Meier’s Civilization 7, just hours after the announcement was leaked when a banner for the game accidentally went live on 2K’s website.
At Geoff Keighley’s event, a cinematic trailer gave viewers a first look at the next installment in the celebrated series. It shows off civilizations from different eras, including the Middle Ages through the Industrial Age,...
While keeping things vague, the trailer sets the tone for the upcoming “revolutionary new chapter” in the series, suggesting it might take the franchise to new heights when the game launches next year.
Civilization 7 Gets World Premiere Trailer at Summer Game Fest
2K and Firaxis joined the 2024 Summer Game Fest extravaganza on Friday to reveal Sid Meier’s Civilization 7, just hours after the announcement was leaked when a banner for the game accidentally went live on 2K’s website.
At Geoff Keighley’s event, a cinematic trailer gave viewers a first look at the next installment in the celebrated series. It shows off civilizations from different eras, including the Middle Ages through the Industrial Age,...
- 6/8/2024
- by Lisa Kamlot
- FandomWire
Before he was crossing box office milestones with his blockbuster "Dune" duology, Denis Villeneuve was trying to make a name for himself with smaller-scale psychological thrillers. His 2013 English-language debut, "Prisoners," went a long way to establishing the French-Canadian filmmaker as a directorial force outside of his homeland — a status which was cemented after one of Villeneuve's best films, "Sicario," arrived in 2015. But while "Sicario" is often cited as the film that put the director on the map, there are many, this writer included, who consider "Prisoners" to be just as good a film, and perhaps an even more immersive and haunting experience.
The film's appeal endures even now, with "Prisoners" topping the Netflix charts in 2023 and reintroducing itself to a generation that may have missed some of Villeneuve's pre-blockbuster films. There's good reason for that. Villeneuve's 2013 effort works on multiple levels, as both a taut thriller with plenty of...
The film's appeal endures even now, with "Prisoners" topping the Netflix charts in 2023 and reintroducing itself to a generation that may have missed some of Villeneuve's pre-blockbuster films. There's good reason for that. Villeneuve's 2013 effort works on multiple levels, as both a taut thriller with plenty of...
- 6/8/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
The Summer Game Fest 2024, hosted by Geoff Keighley, has concluded, and boy, did we get a lot of new teasers and trailers for upcoming games. This year’s Summer Games Fest showcased a wide range of games, from Lego Horizon Adventures to Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions and more.
Summer Game Fest 2024 was full of exciting teasers and trailers. | via Gamespot
Fans of all genres got a little bit of something as we saw trailers for new games and trailers for content additions to fan favorites like Palworld and Alan Wake 2‘s new Dlc. Here’s every new announcement at the Summer Games Fest 2024
All New Trailers From Summer Games Fest 2024
1. Delta Force: Hawk Ops – The latest installment in the Delta Force shooter franchise, including multiplayer PvP, an extraction mode, and a full remaster of the original Delta Force: Black Hawk Down video game.
2. Lego Horizon Adventures – A Lego-fied take on the open-world adventure series,...
Summer Game Fest 2024 was full of exciting teasers and trailers. | via Gamespot
Fans of all genres got a little bit of something as we saw trailers for new games and trailers for content additions to fan favorites like Palworld and Alan Wake 2‘s new Dlc. Here’s every new announcement at the Summer Games Fest 2024
All New Trailers From Summer Games Fest 2024
1. Delta Force: Hawk Ops – The latest installment in the Delta Force shooter franchise, including multiplayer PvP, an extraction mode, and a full remaster of the original Delta Force: Black Hawk Down video game.
2. Lego Horizon Adventures – A Lego-fied take on the open-world adventure series,...
- 6/8/2024
- by Daniel Royte
- FandomWire
The Summer Game Fest ended with a ton of new announcements from all kinds of titles from all genres. One particular game from Riot Games confirmed to be coming to consoles, Valorant, will be opening testing soon for the PS5 and Xbox Series S/X.
Riot Games followed this confirmation with a complete console gameplay recording. However, the fans’ reaction has not been entirely positive; this particular title is known for having one of the most toxic online gaming communities, and complaints about adding console players with potential cross-play are starting to surface.
Valorant Will Be Coming to Consoles Valorant will be coming to PS5 and Xbox Series S/X.
The Summer Game Fest, featuring numerous announcements such as Phantom Blade 0, Funcom’s Dune: Awakening, and Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, greatly excited the fans. Numerous major companies took the time to reveal gameplay and other kinds of projects. Riot Games,...
Riot Games followed this confirmation with a complete console gameplay recording. However, the fans’ reaction has not been entirely positive; this particular title is known for having one of the most toxic online gaming communities, and complaints about adding console players with potential cross-play are starting to surface.
Valorant Will Be Coming to Consoles Valorant will be coming to PS5 and Xbox Series S/X.
The Summer Game Fest, featuring numerous announcements such as Phantom Blade 0, Funcom’s Dune: Awakening, and Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, greatly excited the fans. Numerous major companies took the time to reveal gameplay and other kinds of projects. Riot Games,...
- 6/8/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
A glimpse at upcoming UK DVD and Blu-ray release dates until the end of 2024: here’s what’s coming to disc and when.
Here, then, are a few of the upcoming dates for new movies on DVD and Blu-ray that may not yet have been officially announced. Note that all dates are for the UK.
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Here, then, are a few of the upcoming dates for new movies on DVD and Blu-ray that may not yet have been officially announced. Note...
Here, then, are a few of the upcoming dates for new movies on DVD and Blu-ray that may not yet have been officially announced. Note that all dates are for the UK.
Also: We’ve started adding affiliate links. If you click on those, we benefit, and can spend more money paying more people to write more things for this website. No pressure, just hugely obliged.
Obviously in the current climate everything is subject to change, of course…
Just released
First Time On UK Blu-ray: No Way Out (Film Stories Blu-ray #2)
First Time On UK Blu-ray: Bull Durham (Film Stories Blu-ray #3)
Here, then, are a few of the upcoming dates for new movies on DVD and Blu-ray that may not yet have been officially announced. Note...
- 6/8/2024
- by Simon Brew
- Film Stories
Dune: Awakening looks to capitalize on the success of the Timothée Chalamet-led films and comes at the right time. Announced more than a year and a half ago, the survival Mmo set in Frank Herbert’s universe has already amassed over a million wishlists on Steam. The story-focused trailer of the game was released at Summer Game Fest recently, and it appears that the gameplay takes place in a universe where Paul Atreides was never born.
The official image from Dune: Awakening | Funcom Oslo
The gaming fans have been highly anticipating its release on social media. However, many movie fans did not find the news of ‘No Paul’ so exciting as they believed it to be an update for the third Dune film.
Dune: Awakening Will Not Include The Fan-Favorite Protagonist From The Books & Films
A still from Dune: Awakening gameplay | Funcom Oslo
Funcom’s Dune: Awakening is fast...
The official image from Dune: Awakening | Funcom Oslo
The gaming fans have been highly anticipating its release on social media. However, many movie fans did not find the news of ‘No Paul’ so exciting as they believed it to be an update for the third Dune film.
Dune: Awakening Will Not Include The Fan-Favorite Protagonist From The Books & Films
A still from Dune: Awakening gameplay | Funcom Oslo
Funcom’s Dune: Awakening is fast...
- 6/8/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Summer Game Fest had a ton of excellent reveals, but perhaps one of the most bizarre trailers belonged to Skate, the upcoming Electronic Arts, commonly known as EA, game about, well, skating.
Mostly, EA has changed its Skate-related socials to M-Corp, the company responsible for bringing hope and success to the fictional city of San Vansterdam. The true bizarre nature of the trailer is evident as soon as its documentary-style preview, similar to that of The Office, starts.
EA Gives an Update on Skate in the Most Unconventional Way Imaginable
The video starts in an office space, documenting the state of the workplace and how it promises to bring success to the city of San Vansterdam. The humorous trailer is filled to the brim with well-timed sarcasm, particularly about the office’s workplace.
Rumors have been going around about M-Corp’s toxic work environment, and Tim Robinson, who you may know from Saturday Night Live,...
Mostly, EA has changed its Skate-related socials to M-Corp, the company responsible for bringing hope and success to the fictional city of San Vansterdam. The true bizarre nature of the trailer is evident as soon as its documentary-style preview, similar to that of The Office, starts.
EA Gives an Update on Skate in the Most Unconventional Way Imaginable
The video starts in an office space, documenting the state of the workplace and how it promises to bring success to the city of San Vansterdam. The humorous trailer is filled to the brim with well-timed sarcasm, particularly about the office’s workplace.
Rumors have been going around about M-Corp’s toxic work environment, and Tim Robinson, who you may know from Saturday Night Live,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Adil Farooq
- FandomWire
The level of impact that Frank Herbert’s sci-fi epic Dune has had on almost every type of media simply can’t be denied, as the kind of depth that the fictional universe accompanies is rarely found anywhere else. So when Funcom announced that it would be putting a survival Mmo spin on it, it was naturally an exciting prospect, with every bit of information that comes out about the game adding to the hype around it.
It would not have been right for the upcoming highly anticipated gaming take on the beloved science fiction world to not be featured at Summer Game Fest, and with the reveal of a dark but absolutely gorgeous cinematic trailer, the title looks better than ever.
The Upcoming Dune Title Steals the Show at This Year’s Game Fest
The new cinematic trailer for the upcoming Dune game puts the focus on its narrative elements.
It would not have been right for the upcoming highly anticipated gaming take on the beloved science fiction world to not be featured at Summer Game Fest, and with the reveal of a dark but absolutely gorgeous cinematic trailer, the title looks better than ever.
The Upcoming Dune Title Steals the Show at This Year’s Game Fest
The new cinematic trailer for the upcoming Dune game puts the focus on its narrative elements.
- 6/7/2024
- by Osama Farooq
- FandomWire
Summer Game Fest is here and has introduced a new title that fans of the Harry Potter franchise will love. Harry Potter Quidditch Champions unveiled a new gameplay trailer, showcasing epic matches in this air-filled sport. The trailer came with an announcement that the game will be available in September and released for every current platform.
EA Games has previously made a quidditch title in the Harry Potter universe, however, this will be the first quidditch game since the early 2000s. While fans were expecting a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy, this is still a welcome surprise to many.
Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions Introduced New Gameplay Footage Harry Potter Quidditch Champions confirmed a release date at Summer Game Fest.
As one of the most anticipated events in the video game industry, Summer Game Fest showcased several new titles and gameplay for upcoming titles. With such amazing games that fans were very excited to see,...
EA Games has previously made a quidditch title in the Harry Potter universe, however, this will be the first quidditch game since the early 2000s. While fans were expecting a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy, this is still a welcome surprise to many.
Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions Introduced New Gameplay Footage Harry Potter Quidditch Champions confirmed a release date at Summer Game Fest.
As one of the most anticipated events in the video game industry, Summer Game Fest showcased several new titles and gameplay for upcoming titles. With such amazing games that fans were very excited to see,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
Dune Awakening is an upcoming survival video game speculated to get a Beta release in 2024. After the two recent movies based on the IP took the box office by storm, the largely dormant IP became relevant again.
Fans are counting the days till the title’s release and are expressing their anticipation and excitement on various social media platforms, including the game’s official subreddit. Among all the fans, one had a peculiar but valid concern regarding the game’s beta.
An Enthusiastic Dune Awakening Fan Doesn’t Want to Spoil Their Experience by Playing the Beta
The upcoming Dune video game looks promising.
The upcoming survival game is already achieving milestones before its release, something that not many titles manage to do. With fans waiting for the third installment in the movie series, it seems like the game will launch at the perfect time and will capitalize on the...
Fans are counting the days till the title’s release and are expressing their anticipation and excitement on various social media platforms, including the game’s official subreddit. Among all the fans, one had a peculiar but valid concern regarding the game’s beta.
An Enthusiastic Dune Awakening Fan Doesn’t Want to Spoil Their Experience by Playing the Beta
The upcoming Dune video game looks promising.
The upcoming survival game is already achieving milestones before its release, something that not many titles manage to do. With fans waiting for the third installment in the movie series, it seems like the game will launch at the perfect time and will capitalize on the...
- 6/7/2024
- by Sparsh Jaimini
- FandomWire
The world was surprised when the rumors about Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner dating took the headlines. For avid fans of the Dune star, they probably know the dating history of the actor, and they definitely saw this coming.
Timothée Chalamet in Dune / Warner Bros.
But, for those who only enjoy his movies and never ever once peeked into his dating record, here’s more shocking news: he was also involved in a summer fling with Eiza González. Yes, the actress who starred alongside Henry Cavill in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.
Once Upon A Time, Timothée Chalamet And Eiza González Went On A Summer Trip
In a report from E! News, a source told the outlet that Timothée Chalamet and Eiza González flew to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico on a private jet. They spent five days of vacation just lounging in the pool and soaking up the sun.
What’s more intriguing,...
Timothée Chalamet in Dune / Warner Bros.
But, for those who only enjoy his movies and never ever once peeked into his dating record, here’s more shocking news: he was also involved in a summer fling with Eiza González. Yes, the actress who starred alongside Henry Cavill in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.
Once Upon A Time, Timothée Chalamet And Eiza González Went On A Summer Trip
In a report from E! News, a source told the outlet that Timothée Chalamet and Eiza González flew to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico on a private jet. They spent five days of vacation just lounging in the pool and soaking up the sun.
What’s more intriguing,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Jason Momoa was recently cast in the hit sci-fi series Dune. But the fact that he’d gotten a spot in such a highly coveted movie gave Momoa a bit of imposter syndrome.
Jason Momoa felt like he took someone else’s job in the movie ‘Dune’ Jason Momoa | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Momoa was a part of an ensemble cast of actors who starred in the Denis Villeneuve film adaptation. But initially, he was just excited about working with Villeneuve himself, regardless of the movie. The actor recalled in an interview with IndieWire how he ended up cast as Duncan Idaho.
“I got a call from my agent literally on top of a mountain, and I was shocked, and he was like, ‘Denis Villeneuve wants to talk to you right now,'” Momoa recalled. “I thought it was a prank. He said, ‘He wants to talk to you right now.
Jason Momoa felt like he took someone else’s job in the movie ‘Dune’ Jason Momoa | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Momoa was a part of an ensemble cast of actors who starred in the Denis Villeneuve film adaptation. But initially, he was just excited about working with Villeneuve himself, regardless of the movie. The actor recalled in an interview with IndieWire how he ended up cast as Duncan Idaho.
“I got a call from my agent literally on top of a mountain, and I was shocked, and he was like, ‘Denis Villeneuve wants to talk to you right now,'” Momoa recalled. “I thought it was a prank. He said, ‘He wants to talk to you right now.
- 6/7/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Apart from Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) and The Matrix (1999) that were absolute bangers at the time and are still considered cult classics, we can’t really say that the decade of 1990s was fruitful in terms of worth-watching sci-fi movies that left a mark on history.
We’re going to talk about a movie that was forgotten just like hundreds of 90s science fiction flicks. It deserves much more attention as it brings surrealism to the genre and breaks its canons: here, it is a person who does most of the evil, not an alien or a robot.
The intricate plot of the film revolves around Bill, a disgraced writer struggling through a creative crisis, severe drug addiction and failed relationship. His wife Joan gets used to stealing his supplies and messing around with reckless Beat poets.
The apotheosis of Bill’s troubles is reached when he kills Joan. The...
We’re going to talk about a movie that was forgotten just like hundreds of 90s science fiction flicks. It deserves much more attention as it brings surrealism to the genre and breaks its canons: here, it is a person who does most of the evil, not an alien or a robot.
The intricate plot of the film revolves around Bill, a disgraced writer struggling through a creative crisis, severe drug addiction and failed relationship. His wife Joan gets used to stealing his supplies and messing around with reckless Beat poets.
The apotheosis of Bill’s troubles is reached when he kills Joan. The...
- 6/6/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
If you’ve yet to catch up on blockbusters like Dune and Barbie, hit series such as Succession and Curb Your Enthusiasm; or the popular Quiet on Set docuseries, you may want to take advantage of Max‘s soon-to-end streaming deal.
Try Max for Free
Through June 23, the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned streaming service (formerly HBO Max) is offering a free seven-day trial for eligible customers. That means you can try Max’s Ultimate Ad-Free tier (reg. $20.99 per month) with 4K Ultra HD streaming, immersive Dolby Atmos, up to 100 downloads and the B/R Sports add-on for free for your first week.
Max rarely offers free trials, and this summer deal gives new customers a chance to watch the latest movies and buzzy TV series before they decide to commit. The streamer offers three subscription tiers ranging from $9.99 per month for the ad-supported plan to $20.99 per month for the Ultimate...
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Through June 23, the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned streaming service (formerly HBO Max) is offering a free seven-day trial for eligible customers. That means you can try Max’s Ultimate Ad-Free tier (reg. $20.99 per month) with 4K Ultra HD streaming, immersive Dolby Atmos, up to 100 downloads and the B/R Sports add-on for free for your first week.
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- 6/6/2024
- by Danielle Directo-Meston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Before director Denis Villeneuve and production designer Patrice Vermette put their talents to work, "Dune" and "Dune: Part Two" were in danger of being a tad visually monotonous. With the first film in particular, there's only so much you can do aesthetically with a movie that takes place entirely on an arid, desert planet. Still, we did get a look at the Atreides' native planet of Caladan at the top of "Dune," which provided a nice counterpoint to the sepia hues that dominated the rest of the film. For the sequel however, Villeneuve not only ratcheted up the action, but gave us even more of a visual feast.
While "Dune: Part Two" was still somewhat of a bleak blockbuster, most of the gloominess came from the film's finale, in which Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) embraces his ascension to the Emperor's...
Before director Denis Villeneuve and production designer Patrice Vermette put their talents to work, "Dune" and "Dune: Part Two" were in danger of being a tad visually monotonous. With the first film in particular, there's only so much you can do aesthetically with a movie that takes place entirely on an arid, desert planet. Still, we did get a look at the Atreides' native planet of Caladan at the top of "Dune," which provided a nice counterpoint to the sepia hues that dominated the rest of the film. For the sequel however, Villeneuve not only ratcheted up the action, but gave us even more of a visual feast.
While "Dune: Part Two" was still somewhat of a bleak blockbuster, most of the gloominess came from the film's finale, in which Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) embraces his ascension to the Emperor's...
- 6/6/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Lionsgate has launched the first official trailer for J. J. Perry's upcoming action comedy The Killer's Game, which is every bit as bloody as you'd expect as we see Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy; Dune; Blade Runner 2049) step into the shoes of an assassin who must survive the aftereffects of a hit he put out on himself.
As per the synopsis, "when top hitman Joe Flood (Dave Bautista) is diagnosed with a terminal illness, he decides to take matters into his own hands – by taking a hit out on himself. But when the very hitmen he hired also target his ex-girlfriend (Sofia Boutella) , he must fend off an army of assassin colleagues and win back the love of his life before it’s too late."
The film is based on Jay Bonansinga's 1997 novel of the same name and, based on the trailer, doesn't look like it'll...
As per the synopsis, "when top hitman Joe Flood (Dave Bautista) is diagnosed with a terminal illness, he decides to take matters into his own hands – by taking a hit out on himself. But when the very hitmen he hired also target his ex-girlfriend (Sofia Boutella) , he must fend off an army of assassin colleagues and win back the love of his life before it’s too late."
The film is based on Jay Bonansinga's 1997 novel of the same name and, based on the trailer, doesn't look like it'll...
- 6/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga recently crashed into theaters, marking our return to the Mad Max Universe. However, an homage to Hideo Kojima’s Metal Gear Solid series has sparked debate. Is the Dune star Oscar Issac the best fit to play the titular Solid Snake?
In a blink-and-you-miss-it scene, Praetorian Jack, as portrayed by Tom Burke, dons black face paint which produced a striking similarity to Snake’s bandana. The mixture of stealth-like cinematic combat and makeup instantly caught the attention of movie-goers.
Kojima Agrees With His Fans about Furiosa Star Tom Burke as Praetorian Jack
Fans lost their collective minds at the site of Burke’s performance in the new entry into the Mad Max series, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. And for good reason. In a clip circulating on X, Burke’s character can be seen striking down foes with tactical precision. As the camera shifts, his bright,...
In a blink-and-you-miss-it scene, Praetorian Jack, as portrayed by Tom Burke, dons black face paint which produced a striking similarity to Snake’s bandana. The mixture of stealth-like cinematic combat and makeup instantly caught the attention of movie-goers.
Kojima Agrees With His Fans about Furiosa Star Tom Burke as Praetorian Jack
Fans lost their collective minds at the site of Burke’s performance in the new entry into the Mad Max series, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. And for good reason. In a clip circulating on X, Burke’s character can be seen striking down foes with tactical precision. As the camera shifts, his bright,...
- 6/5/2024
- by June Waterhouse
- FandomWire
It’s been two months since Dune Part 2 hit the theaters, and it continues to dominate the box office, having grossed a staggering $711 million globally. Despite this commercial success, director Denis Villeneuve has expressed his disappointment regarding Dune’s sustained dominance over other films in 2024. A Year of Disappointing Box Office Returns According to a Deadline report, the domestic box office is down by a significant 66% compared to last year. Films like Mad Max: Furiosa and The Fall Guy did not live up to expectations, with their openings falling short of predictions. Notably, Furiosa barely edged out The...
- 6/5/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Only the learned can perceive the merit, goes the saying. Among the vast pool of talent in Hollywood, only a few have managed to bring across a resounding impact not only in terms of the box office but also by catapulting into everyday pop culture. The latest entrant to that hallowed fame is the cinematic genius and the 21st-century Dune adaptation’s director, Denis Villeneuve, whose worth has found immense praise from fellow film pioneer, Steven Spielberg.
Denis Villeneuve speaking at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con International, for Blade Runner 2049 | Gage Skidmore for Wikimedia Commons
In an interactive session, the Jurassic Park director opened his heart out for his Sicario visionary. The duo, whose contributions to modern cinema stay immeasurable, may not seek to compete with one another. However, the latter’s vision has caught the attention of the legendary filmmaker, who felt stunned and in awe of the incredible work...
Denis Villeneuve speaking at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con International, for Blade Runner 2049 | Gage Skidmore for Wikimedia Commons
In an interactive session, the Jurassic Park director opened his heart out for his Sicario visionary. The duo, whose contributions to modern cinema stay immeasurable, may not seek to compete with one another. However, the latter’s vision has caught the attention of the legendary filmmaker, who felt stunned and in awe of the incredible work...
- 6/5/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Dave Bautista is one of the few iconic WWE stars who have transitioned into Hollywood quite perfectly. While Bautista started off in the industry via an uncredited cameo in Relative Strangers way back in 2006, it is his stints in multiple major franchises that have led to him becoming a part of the mainstream.
Dave Bautista in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. | Marvel
This includes franchises such as Guardians of the Galaxy, Blade Runner, and most recently, Dennis Villeneuve’s Dune. Dying at the hands of fellow MCU star Josh Brolin’s Gurney Halleck. However, while his Dune journey might have come to an end, the movie in itself included another scene in which Bautista claims exposed the kind of layers his character had.
During a recent interview, the 55-year-old went into detail over the kind of mindset that he was in, when he first read the scene.
Dave Bautista...
Dave Bautista in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. | Marvel
This includes franchises such as Guardians of the Galaxy, Blade Runner, and most recently, Dennis Villeneuve’s Dune. Dying at the hands of fellow MCU star Josh Brolin’s Gurney Halleck. However, while his Dune journey might have come to an end, the movie in itself included another scene in which Bautista claims exposed the kind of layers his character had.
During a recent interview, the 55-year-old went into detail over the kind of mindset that he was in, when he first read the scene.
Dave Bautista...
- 6/5/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
TV's best and most passionate breakdowns are occasionally subtle and often legendary.
They're the culmination of the negative, the positive, or simply the need for upheaval in an otherwise flat character arc -- a self-destruction so piteous as to seem irredeemable.
Sometimes, this act affects others as well.
Naturally, the on-screen breakdown is the culmination of psychological stressors, whether self-induced or brought on by binge-watching The Brady Bunch Variety Hour.
It's often difficult to watch without empathy, especially in characters we've grown to love and even in some we love to hate.
After all, the most intense breakdowns are all too often close to home and personal to the viewers.
It's easier to empathize with Walter White's failure to find the money to pay Saul in Breaking Bad if you've ever misplaced a hundred-dollar bill in the couch cushions.
The closer a TV series parallels real life, the more we can empathize with the characters.
They're the culmination of the negative, the positive, or simply the need for upheaval in an otherwise flat character arc -- a self-destruction so piteous as to seem irredeemable.
Sometimes, this act affects others as well.
Naturally, the on-screen breakdown is the culmination of psychological stressors, whether self-induced or brought on by binge-watching The Brady Bunch Variety Hour.
It's often difficult to watch without empathy, especially in characters we've grown to love and even in some we love to hate.
After all, the most intense breakdowns are all too often close to home and personal to the viewers.
It's easier to empathize with Walter White's failure to find the money to pay Saul in Breaking Bad if you've ever misplaced a hundred-dollar bill in the couch cushions.
The closer a TV series parallels real life, the more we can empathize with the characters.
- 6/5/2024
- by Thomas Godwin
- TVfanatic
Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two was the first big blockbuster of the year and led to a horde of new fans joining the fandom. The Timothée Chalamet starrer was based on Frank Herbert’s popular sci-fi novels and was the sequel of 2021’s Dune: Part One. The film also starred Stellan Skarsgård, Zendaya, Florence Pugh, Austin Butler, and more.
While the film’s release led to many ‘Lisan-al-Gaib’ memes, nothing from the film went as viral as the infamous Dune popcorn bucket. The sandworm-shaped bucket was an object of ridicule from fans as well as the stars themselves. Ryan Reynolds recently released the Deadpool and Wolverine popcorn bucket as a joke, to which Villeneuve has responded.
Denis Villeneuve Responds To Ryan Reynolds’ Popcorn Bucket Denis Villeneuve | Credits: Warner Bros.
Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two became a worldwide phenomenon after its theatrical release earlier this year. The sci-fi epic...
While the film’s release led to many ‘Lisan-al-Gaib’ memes, nothing from the film went as viral as the infamous Dune popcorn bucket. The sandworm-shaped bucket was an object of ridicule from fans as well as the stars themselves. Ryan Reynolds recently released the Deadpool and Wolverine popcorn bucket as a joke, to which Villeneuve has responded.
Denis Villeneuve Responds To Ryan Reynolds’ Popcorn Bucket Denis Villeneuve | Credits: Warner Bros.
Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two became a worldwide phenomenon after its theatrical release earlier this year. The sci-fi epic...
- 6/5/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Josh Brolin is an incredible actor who has graced several movies with his extraordinary talent and genius. Part of several acclaimed cult classics along with being a beloved Marvel star, Brolin still is underrated despite being in the industry for decades.
Josh Brolin | Credit: Siebbi/Wikimedia Commons.
However, before he broke into the mainstream, way before his popular portrayal of Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the actor was just another broke actor. In a recent interview, Brolin got candid and revealed how a paycheck from Ridley Scott’s American Gangster saved his career.
Josh Brolin Reveals American Gangster Saved Him From Ruin
Josh Brolin in American Gangster | Paramount Pictures
Josh Brolin is an incredibly versatile actor, who can seamlessly transition between roles, from the brooding intensity of his portrayal of Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to his deeply human performances in dramas. Known for movies like Deadpool 2,...
Josh Brolin | Credit: Siebbi/Wikimedia Commons.
However, before he broke into the mainstream, way before his popular portrayal of Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the actor was just another broke actor. In a recent interview, Brolin got candid and revealed how a paycheck from Ridley Scott’s American Gangster saved his career.
Josh Brolin Reveals American Gangster Saved Him From Ruin
Josh Brolin in American Gangster | Paramount Pictures
Josh Brolin is an incredibly versatile actor, who can seamlessly transition between roles, from the brooding intensity of his portrayal of Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to his deeply human performances in dramas. Known for movies like Deadpool 2,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Prabhas’ eagerly awaited sci-fi blockbuster, ‘Kalki 2898 Ad’, is set to captivate global audiences with its premiere on June 27, 2024. The film, directed by Nag Ashwin, boasts a star-studded cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani in pivotal roles. Excitement is building as the trailer launch date has been officially revealed through a new poster shared by Vyjayanthi Movies on June 5. The production house announced, “A new world awaits! #Kalki2898AD trailer on June 10th .
Prabhas also shared the poster and captioned, “Unveiling the future. #Kalki2898AD Trailer on June 10th!”
The newly released poster features Prabhas’ character, Bhairava, suited up against the backdrop of his futuristic village, with a glimpse of a new place called ‘Complex’. This setting was introduced in the animated prelude ‘B&b: Bujji and Bhairava’, currently streaming on Prime Video.
‘Kalki 2898 Ad’ will hit theaters on June 27, 2024, and will be released in multiple languages.
Prabhas also shared the poster and captioned, “Unveiling the future. #Kalki2898AD Trailer on June 10th!”
The newly released poster features Prabhas’ character, Bhairava, suited up against the backdrop of his futuristic village, with a glimpse of a new place called ‘Complex’. This setting was introduced in the animated prelude ‘B&b: Bujji and Bhairava’, currently streaming on Prime Video.
‘Kalki 2898 Ad’ will hit theaters on June 27, 2024, and will be released in multiple languages.
- 6/5/2024
- by Shweta Ghadashi
- GlamSham
The father of the Dune franchise, Denis Villeneuve, has recently lamented the fact that Dune 2 is still the highest-grossing movie of the year that earned more than $711M.
However, both Villeneuve and the audience can pay attention to other worth-watching box office successes of 2024, with 7 of them being enlisted here.
1. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire — $567 Million
Indeed, this year’s installment of the Monsterverse franchise attracted millions of viewers worldwide. The epic action roller coaster, following the next collaboration of Kong and Godzilla, is a must-watch for all kaiju movie fans.
2. Kung Fu Panda 4 — $543 Million
The animated martial arts franchise is still our favorite, and its box office success proves it. Both kids and adults will have a lot of fun observing Po’s complicated search for his successor as the new Dragon Warrior.
3. Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes — $338 Million
Here comes not only a commercial,...
However, both Villeneuve and the audience can pay attention to other worth-watching box office successes of 2024, with 7 of them being enlisted here.
1. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire — $567 Million
Indeed, this year’s installment of the Monsterverse franchise attracted millions of viewers worldwide. The epic action roller coaster, following the next collaboration of Kong and Godzilla, is a must-watch for all kaiju movie fans.
2. Kung Fu Panda 4 — $543 Million
The animated martial arts franchise is still our favorite, and its box office success proves it. Both kids and adults will have a lot of fun observing Po’s complicated search for his successor as the new Dragon Warrior.
3. Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes — $338 Million
Here comes not only a commercial,...
- 6/4/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Keep your big-budget extravaganzas and intellectual properties! These days, Hollywood actors are breathlessly lining up to join the Benoit Blanc Cinematic Universe. Ever since Rian Johnson singled-handedly revived the big screen whodunnit with 2019's "Knives Out," the mid-budget murder-mystery series has become the hottest destination for rising stars, A-listers, and under-sung veterans of the industry to flex their acting muscles as the various colorful characters that occupy this world. Even the property's shift from the theatrical market to the streaming landscape three years later with Netflix's "Glass Onion" wasn't enough to deter folks from flocking to these movies like they're the next "Dune" sequel.
Following the announcement of Johnson's third "Knives Out Mystery" last month (now officially titled "Wake Up Dead Man"), it's become a daily guessing game trying to figure out who will sign on to match wits with Daniel Craig's sharp-witted Southern sleuth Blanc next.
Following the announcement of Johnson's third "Knives Out Mystery" last month (now officially titled "Wake Up Dead Man"), it's become a daily guessing game trying to figure out who will sign on to match wits with Daniel Craig's sharp-witted Southern sleuth Blanc next.
- 6/4/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
Josh Brolin has joined the cast of 'Knives Out 3'.The 56-year-old star has boarded a starry ensemble that includes Andrew Scott, Kerry Washington, Glenn Close, Josh O’Connor, Cailee Spaeny, Jeremy Renner, Mila Kunis and Daryl McCormack.Rian Johnson is once again writing and directing while Daniel Craig is reprising his role as detective Benoit Blanc in the murder mystery flick that is titled 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery'.Plot details and character information are yet to be revealed although the story is expected to be similar to the previous 'Knives Out' movies that featured Craig's sleuth solving a murder while surrounded by a host of colourful characters.Brolin has previous experience in major franchises after playing the villain Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and appearing in both 'Dune' flicks in the role of Gurney Halleck.Johnson previously gave 'Knives Out...
- 6/4/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Andy Weir’s science fiction masterpiece, Project Hail Mary, which was released in 2021, is now being adapted for the big screens following the success of The Martian. With the talents of Ryan Gosling and Sandra Bullock attached, reports claim filming has already started. Weir’s trademark blend of suspense, and humor, further proves how perfect Gosling is for the project.
Matt Damon in Ridley Scott’s The Martian | 20th Century Studios
The story follows Astronaut Ryland Grace, this movie undoubtedly promises to whisk the viewers away to the vast space and beyond, leaving them hungry for more as it did for the readers.
Everything You Need to Know Before Watching Project Hail Mary
In Project Hail Mary, author Andy Weir introduces readers to Astronaut Ryland Grace, a man with a monumental task, to save humanity from the brink of extinction.
Suggested“To become rich and famous”: Ryan Gosling Can...
Matt Damon in Ridley Scott’s The Martian | 20th Century Studios
The story follows Astronaut Ryland Grace, this movie undoubtedly promises to whisk the viewers away to the vast space and beyond, leaving them hungry for more as it did for the readers.
Everything You Need to Know Before Watching Project Hail Mary
In Project Hail Mary, author Andy Weir introduces readers to Astronaut Ryland Grace, a man with a monumental task, to save humanity from the brink of extinction.
Suggested“To become rich and famous”: Ryan Gosling Can...
- 6/3/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Oh, snap. Josh Brolin has joined the all-star cast of the new Knives Out mystery movie.
Rian Johnson is furiously casting up Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, which, like the other installments, is being headlined by Daniel Craig
The Netflix feature is heading toward an early June production start in the U.K. and already has a sizeable list of suspects (and maybe a murder victim or two) in the form of Challengers’ Josh O’Connor, Civil War actress Cailee Spaeny, Ripley star Andrew Scott, Scandal alum Kerry Washington, screen and stage veteran Glenn Close, Hawkeye straight shooter Jeremy Renner, and Mila Kunis, who starred in thriller Luckiest Girl Alive for Netflix.
Plot details and character information are being kept in the bodybag, but the thriller is expected to follow the same deliciously elliptical path as Johnson’s previous Knives Out mysteries. Eccentric, Southern-fried detective Benoit Blanc (Craig...
Rian Johnson is furiously casting up Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, which, like the other installments, is being headlined by Daniel Craig
The Netflix feature is heading toward an early June production start in the U.K. and already has a sizeable list of suspects (and maybe a murder victim or two) in the form of Challengers’ Josh O’Connor, Civil War actress Cailee Spaeny, Ripley star Andrew Scott, Scandal alum Kerry Washington, screen and stage veteran Glenn Close, Hawkeye straight shooter Jeremy Renner, and Mila Kunis, who starred in thriller Luckiest Girl Alive for Netflix.
Plot details and character information are being kept in the bodybag, but the thriller is expected to follow the same deliciously elliptical path as Johnson’s previous Knives Out mysteries. Eccentric, Southern-fried detective Benoit Blanc (Craig...
- 6/3/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
David Lynch is one of the most critically acclaimed directors known for his surrealist and distinctive class of cinema. The filmmaker holds some masterpieces like Mulholland Drive, Blue Velvet, and Wild at Heart under his collar.
Despite his excellence in bringing some dark tales on-screen, Lynch is known to be a kind man on set. Being a reputed director, he is adored by his co-workers and fans except for that one instance where he lost his cool on a crew member.
A still from Twin Peaks: The Return I Showtime
The incident happened on the set of Twin Peaks: The Return when a crew member suggested the director cut a long scene. The viral clip featuring an infuriated David Lynch proved that the filmmaker has a strong distaste for chopping down scenes in his projects.
What led David Lynch to be so merciless against one of his crew members?
David...
Despite his excellence in bringing some dark tales on-screen, Lynch is known to be a kind man on set. Being a reputed director, he is adored by his co-workers and fans except for that one instance where he lost his cool on a crew member.
A still from Twin Peaks: The Return I Showtime
The incident happened on the set of Twin Peaks: The Return when a crew member suggested the director cut a long scene. The viral clip featuring an infuriated David Lynch proved that the filmmaker has a strong distaste for chopping down scenes in his projects.
What led David Lynch to be so merciless against one of his crew members?
David...
- 6/3/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
In the early 1970s, a period marked by a surge in experimental cinema and the emergence of new cinematic voices, Chilean-French filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky embarked on an ambitious project that would challenge the conventions of traditional filmmaking. This was a time when filmmakers were pushing the boundaries of narrative and visual storytelling, experimenting with new techniques and themes. Jodorowsky, with his unique blend of surrealism and mysticism, was at the forefront of this movement. His goal was to adapt Frank Herbert’s iconic science fiction novel, Dune, into a film.
Jodorowsky is known for his avant-garde and surrealist style, which is evident in his body of work. In addition to his ambitions for Dune, he has directed several other films, each a testament to his unique artistic vision. These include El Topo (1970), a surreal western that is considered a classic of the acid western genre; The Holy Mountain (1973), a spiritual...
Jodorowsky is known for his avant-garde and surrealist style, which is evident in his body of work. In addition to his ambitions for Dune, he has directed several other films, each a testament to his unique artistic vision. These include El Topo (1970), a surreal western that is considered a classic of the acid western genre; The Holy Mountain (1973), a spiritual...
- 6/3/2024
- by Derek Mitchell
- JoBlo.com
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Frank Herbert's "Dune" series is as dense with detail as some of the most beloved science fiction and fantasy universes ever created. The cultural nuances of the various houses — from the regal rationality of the Atreides clan to the unapologetic savagery of the Harkonnens — have been fully thought through, and expanded upon throughout the numerous books. Like J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth saga or everything that's grown out of Gene Roddenberry's "Star Trek," you don't have to immerse yourself in the minutiae to enjoy these works — at least, not until they dive into the narrative reeds and turn into glorified fan service.
Herbert got there somewhere between "God Emperor of Dune" and "Heretics of Dune," so I'm curious to see how faithful Denis Villeneuve and his successors are willing to be to the author's increasingly involved text. The "Dune...
Frank Herbert's "Dune" series is as dense with detail as some of the most beloved science fiction and fantasy universes ever created. The cultural nuances of the various houses — from the regal rationality of the Atreides clan to the unapologetic savagery of the Harkonnens — have been fully thought through, and expanded upon throughout the numerous books. Like J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth saga or everything that's grown out of Gene Roddenberry's "Star Trek," you don't have to immerse yourself in the minutiae to enjoy these works — at least, not until they dive into the narrative reeds and turn into glorified fan service.
Herbert got there somewhere between "God Emperor of Dune" and "Heretics of Dune," so I'm curious to see how faithful Denis Villeneuve and his successors are willing to be to the author's increasingly involved text. The "Dune...
- 6/2/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
This past Memorial Day Weekend – the unofficial start to summer – was a dismal one at the box office, with reports putting it as the worst turnout in decades. Topping the chart was Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga with around $32 million, just barely edging out Garfield. So what can be expected from the summer box office if this is how it’s going to kick off?
The month of May is when things tend to start picking up at the box office, with tentpole releases and franchise sequels flooding the screens in seemingly rapid succession. But The Fall Guy – which came out on May 3rd – didn’t land the way the studio wanted it and so now it’s available on streaming services, officially yanking its chances to grow at the box office. As it stands, Dune: Part Two – which arrived in March – is the highest-grossing movie of the year, which,...
The month of May is when things tend to start picking up at the box office, with tentpole releases and franchise sequels flooding the screens in seemingly rapid succession. But The Fall Guy – which came out on May 3rd – didn’t land the way the studio wanted it and so now it’s available on streaming services, officially yanking its chances to grow at the box office. As it stands, Dune: Part Two – which arrived in March – is the highest-grossing movie of the year, which,...
- 6/2/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Following his groundbreaking adaptation of Dune, filmmaker Denis Villeneuve is poised to set even higher standards with his upcoming take on Arthur C. Clarke’s revered novel, Rendezvous With Rama. Initially announced in 2021, the filmmaker has shared that its development is underway, as he navigates other projects, including Cleopatra and the Dune threequel, all of which are concurrently in the writing stages.
Filmmaker Denis Villeneuve | Credit: Deadline Hollywood via YouTube
However, the adaptation of Clarke’s iconic science fiction narrative has already marked a significant milestone, as after being pursued by esteemed filmmakers in the industry, an adaptation has finally progressed to the development phase under Villeneuve’s direction.
Rendezvous With Rama Faced a Decade of Developmental Challenges
Rendezvous With Rama revolves around a group of explorers, aboard the spaceship The Endeavor, as they set out to investigate a massive cylindrical alien starship entering the Solar System. Arthur C. Clarke’s novel explores various narratives,...
Filmmaker Denis Villeneuve | Credit: Deadline Hollywood via YouTube
However, the adaptation of Clarke’s iconic science fiction narrative has already marked a significant milestone, as after being pursued by esteemed filmmakers in the industry, an adaptation has finally progressed to the development phase under Villeneuve’s direction.
Rendezvous With Rama Faced a Decade of Developmental Challenges
Rendezvous With Rama revolves around a group of explorers, aboard the spaceship The Endeavor, as they set out to investigate a massive cylindrical alien starship entering the Solar System. Arthur C. Clarke’s novel explores various narratives,...
- 6/2/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Veteran director David Fincer worked alongside iconic actor Morgan Freeman when they created and shot the 1995 film Se7en. Portraying the role of Detective Somerset in the crime/mystery film, Freeman loved Fincher’s work and the two decided to work together again.
Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman in Seven
However, Fincher never got to make his dream film with Morgan Freeman due to the latter’s failing health in the year 2008. With passing time and no hopes left, Fincher’s dream film was later picked up by Dune director Denis Villeneuve and he describes it as “Arrival on steroids”!
David Fincher Wanted His Dream Film With Morgan Freeman
Rendezvous With Rama is a 1973 sci-fi novel by writer Arthur C. Clarke (who also wrote 2001: A Space Odyssey). Naturally, veteran director David Fincher wanted to adapt the 1972 novel into a film starring Morgan Freeman in one of the lead roles.
David Fincher.
Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman in Seven
However, Fincher never got to make his dream film with Morgan Freeman due to the latter’s failing health in the year 2008. With passing time and no hopes left, Fincher’s dream film was later picked up by Dune director Denis Villeneuve and he describes it as “Arrival on steroids”!
David Fincher Wanted His Dream Film With Morgan Freeman
Rendezvous With Rama is a 1973 sci-fi novel by writer Arthur C. Clarke (who also wrote 2001: A Space Odyssey). Naturally, veteran director David Fincher wanted to adapt the 1972 novel into a film starring Morgan Freeman in one of the lead roles.
David Fincher.
- 6/2/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
The '90s were a great time to be a young horror-loving kid. There were several gateway horror shows and movies that made genre fans out of an entire generation, preparing kids for the horrors of the real world within the safe confines of a television set. It was a time of "Goosebumps" and of "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark," a time of "Aaahh!!! Real Monsters" and "Tales from the Cryptkeeper." Then there was "Courage the Cowardly Dog."
Though "Real Monsters" featured, well, monsters, it was still definitely a comedic show. "Courage the Cowardly Dog," though, even when it wasn't technically scary, it was always eerie and disturbing. The cartoon follows the eponymous dog Courage, who lives with an elderly couple in a farm in the middle of Nowhere, Kansas. They are constantly thrown into weird, often spooky situations. The series started with a pilot short titled "The Chicken from Outer Space,...
Though "Real Monsters" featured, well, monsters, it was still definitely a comedic show. "Courage the Cowardly Dog," though, even when it wasn't technically scary, it was always eerie and disturbing. The cartoon follows the eponymous dog Courage, who lives with an elderly couple in a farm in the middle of Nowhere, Kansas. They are constantly thrown into weird, often spooky situations. The series started with a pilot short titled "The Chicken from Outer Space,...
- 6/2/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
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"Dune: Part Two" may have been a bit of a bleak blockbuster, but compared to its predecessor, 2021's "Dune," it's positively refulgent. While the first movie spent a lot of time on exposition and establishing the rules of Denis Villeneuve's interpretation of Frank Herbert's 1965 novel, "Part Two" signals that it's a much more action-packed and visually diverse affair right from the off.
As the film opens, we join a team of Harkonnen hunters on the barren plains of the planet Arrakis. The group are hunting Fremen, the native inhabitants of the desert planet who have recently been joined by Timothée Chalamet's Paul Atreides and Rebecca Ferguson's Lady Jessica. After we witness the villainous cohort evade a potential sandworm attack by way of their anti-gravity packs — a peak sci-fi moment for cinematographer Greig Fraser — they suddenly come...
"Dune: Part Two" may have been a bit of a bleak blockbuster, but compared to its predecessor, 2021's "Dune," it's positively refulgent. While the first movie spent a lot of time on exposition and establishing the rules of Denis Villeneuve's interpretation of Frank Herbert's 1965 novel, "Part Two" signals that it's a much more action-packed and visually diverse affair right from the off.
As the film opens, we join a team of Harkonnen hunters on the barren plains of the planet Arrakis. The group are hunting Fremen, the native inhabitants of the desert planet who have recently been joined by Timothée Chalamet's Paul Atreides and Rebecca Ferguson's Lady Jessica. After we witness the villainous cohort evade a potential sandworm attack by way of their anti-gravity packs — a peak sci-fi moment for cinematographer Greig Fraser — they suddenly come...
- 6/2/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
After being released earlier this year, Dune: Part Two is still the biggest hit film of the year as of the time of writing, topping the global box office. Fans and critics are very satisfied, and the film promises to be one of the biggest contenders in the upcoming awards season, as Denis Villeneuve produced yet another hit film. The film has so far earned $711,844,358 at the global box office, ahead of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and Kung Fu Panda 4, both of which passed the $500 million mark. But, while Dune: Part Two can still be seen in some theaters, it is a movie that premiered almost four months ago (in February). Many new movies have been released in the meantime, but none of them managed to surpass Dune.
The director, Villeneuve, was asked about the success of his movie, and while he is definitely proud that Dune is doing so well,...
The director, Villeneuve, was asked about the success of his movie, and while he is definitely proud that Dune is doing so well,...
- 6/2/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Denis Villeneuve is at the top of the world (and the box office) after releasing his iconic Timothée Chalamet film, Dune: Part Two. Getting a theatrical release at the start of March, the film went on to earn $711 million at the global box office, which is the highest earnings in 2024 by any film.
Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atredies in a still from Dune: Part Two | Warner Bros. Pictures
Well, the director made some bold comments regarding the high earnings that Dune: Part Two earned. While talking about other movies and people not going to theaters, Villeneuve revealed that he’s sad that his film is still at number one on the box office collection!
Denis Villeneuve Is Suffering From Success
It is indeed no small feat for a film to pull in $711 million at the global box office, especially after the rise of streaming services and the pandemic. However, Denis...
Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atredies in a still from Dune: Part Two | Warner Bros. Pictures
Well, the director made some bold comments regarding the high earnings that Dune: Part Two earned. While talking about other movies and people not going to theaters, Villeneuve revealed that he’s sad that his film is still at number one on the box office collection!
Denis Villeneuve Is Suffering From Success
It is indeed no small feat for a film to pull in $711 million at the global box office, especially after the rise of streaming services and the pandemic. However, Denis...
- 6/2/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Back in 2018, "Dune" director Denis Villeneuve threw "Star Wars" fans into a tizzy (it doesn't take much these days) when he described his then-upcoming adaptation of Frank Herbert's seminal sci-fi novel as being like "'Star Wars' for adults." Of course, that's not really an insult to the franchise or its fans, because "Star Wars" creator George Lucas made no secret of the fact that "Star Wars" is intended for kids.
In fact, during a surprise appearance at Star Wars Celebration in 2017, he reiterated that the very first "Star Wars" installment, which would go on to be titled "A New Hope," was a "a film for 12-year-olds." Of course, that doesn't mean adults can't still find value in these sci-fi stories of heroism. But it also means that the franchise, from its inception, has always been molded to be appealing to children.
Therefore, it should come as no surprise that...
In fact, during a surprise appearance at Star Wars Celebration in 2017, he reiterated that the very first "Star Wars" installment, which would go on to be titled "A New Hope," was a "a film for 12-year-olds." Of course, that doesn't mean adults can't still find value in these sci-fi stories of heroism. But it also means that the franchise, from its inception, has always been molded to be appealing to children.
Therefore, it should come as no surprise that...
- 6/2/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Mastermind filmmaker Denis Villeneuve surpassed absolutely all expectations that fans had of him by helming the Dune film series. It was made so immaculately that it turned into a mammoth-like distinctly successful franchise.
And yet, such tremendous success — especially at the global box offices — of the second installment of his book-based film series, seems to have rubbed the director the wrong way.
Denis Villeneuve. | Credit: Film at Lincoln Center/YouTube.
This comes after Villeneuve himself expressed his disappointment and one major regret about his Timothée Chalamet-starrer sequel to the 2021 masterpiece. Although, the movie has already conquered the box office with a remarkable victory that is yet to be surpassed by other projects this year.
But as unbelievable as it all may seem, the reason behind his regret and disappointment is actually only valid.
Denis Villeneuve is ‘Disappointed’ with Dune 2’s Box Office Triumph
Nearly three years after the first film,...
And yet, such tremendous success — especially at the global box offices — of the second installment of his book-based film series, seems to have rubbed the director the wrong way.
Denis Villeneuve. | Credit: Film at Lincoln Center/YouTube.
This comes after Villeneuve himself expressed his disappointment and one major regret about his Timothée Chalamet-starrer sequel to the 2021 masterpiece. Although, the movie has already conquered the box office with a remarkable victory that is yet to be surpassed by other projects this year.
But as unbelievable as it all may seem, the reason behind his regret and disappointment is actually only valid.
Denis Villeneuve is ‘Disappointed’ with Dune 2’s Box Office Triumph
Nearly three years after the first film,...
- 6/2/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Rebecca Ferguson is quickly becoming a titan of the entertainment industry and she’s embracing it. She’s starred in blockbuster franchises like “Mission Impossible” and “Dune,” runaway hits like the musical “The Greatest Showman,” and is now — along with her lead role on the show — taking on the position of executive producer on the Apple TV+ smash “Silo.” In a recent interview on the “Unwrapped” podcast, Ferguson shared how her declining the role of Juliette Nichols led to her being brought on to the larger production team.
“They’re asking for a big dedication here,” Ferguson said of being offered the part. “It’s asking for me to do four seasons of a show. I need to be yearning for this. And there were a couple of things that I wasn’t really loving. So I turned it down and then they came back and they were like, what...
“They’re asking for a big dedication here,” Ferguson said of being offered the part. “It’s asking for me to do four seasons of a show. I need to be yearning for this. And there were a couple of things that I wasn’t really loving. So I turned it down and then they came back and they were like, what...
- 6/1/2024
- by Harrison Richlin
- Indiewire
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