The social media embargo has lifted, but I wouldn’t put much stock into these “Wonka” reactions. I’ll tell you why at a later date …
Read moreChristopher Nolan Says Zack Snyder’s ‘Watchmen’ Was A Film “Ahead of Its Time”
Some believe Zack Snyder's “Watchmen” was a botched adaptation of Alan Moore's graphic novel, while others believe it to be an absolutely essential addition to the superhero genre. It’s a film that has spawned contentious debate over the years.
Read more‘Furiosa’ Trailer Tomorrow … [Updated]
Dee Rees is Working on Her Next Film, A “Weird, Experimental” Dark Comedy
Variety is reporting that the “Mudbound” director has set her sights on her next feature – “a stylized dark comedy meant to visualize a central character’s frantic stream of consciousness”.
Read moreRobert De Niro Claims Apple Censored His Anti-Trump Speech at The Gotham Awards
As the actor read prepared remarks from a teleprompter, De Niro paused when he noticed that part of his speech, calling out Donald Trump, had been deleted.
Read moreTrailer for Michel Franco’s ‘Memory’ — One of the Year’s Best
Steve McQueen’s ‘Blitz’ Test Screening Next Week
Here’s one I’m really looking forward to. Steve McQueen’s “Blitz” is set to test screen next Wednesday in the West Coast. It completed production in April and McQueen’s been in post-production ever since.
Read moreMartin Scorsese Has An Acting Part in Julian Schnabel’s ‘In the Hands of Dante’
Last night, Martin Scorsese was a no-show at the Gotham Awards, even though there was a tribute to him and the film. This comes after the news that Scorsese had canceled an appearance at his beloved Marrakesh Film Festival.
Read morePaul Greengrass to Direct ‘Drowning: The Rescue of Flight 1421’ For Warner Bros
Paul Greengrass seems to be a busy man these days. He’s already working on two new projects, including one for Apple TV, titled “Lost Bus.” We can now add a third one.
Read moreIndieWire’s Top 25 Films of 2023 [Updated]
Here’s an interesting list, which also happens to be the first top ten of 2023 from any major outlet. We’ll be getting plenty of these in the coming days and weeks (including my own).
Read moreRobert Eggers’ ‘Nosferatu’ Sets December 25, 2024 Release
I’m really trying to wrap my head around this decision. Not even a Halloween release. Are reshoots soon in order for Eggers’ film? Also, don’t expect it to premiere at any of next year’s film festivals.
Read moreFede Alvarez’s ‘Alien: Romulus’ is Set between ‘Alien’ and ‘Aliens’
”Priscilla” actress Cailee Spaeny appeared at the Gotham Awards and, during a red-carpet interview, spoke about one of her upcoming films — Fede Alvarez’s “Alien: Romulus.”
Read more‘Past Lives’ Wins Big at Gothams; Robert De Niro Freaks Out Over Edited Speech
The Gotham Awards kicked off awards season last night. Many famous actors, writers, and directors showed up in New York City for the event.
Read moreMichael Waldron (‘Loki’) to Script ‘Avengers: Kang Dynasty’
‘Silent Night’ is John Woo’s Best Film in 25 Years
No, the headline is not hyperbole. John Woo is back. With a vengeance. The review embargo for Woo’s “Silent Night” has lifted and I can now tell you that it’s his most entertaining film since 1997’s “Face Off.”
Read moreRob Reiner’s ‘This is Spinal Tap’ Sequel to Start Production in February
Rob Reiner, who directed “This is Spinal Tap,” has confirmed that a sequel is happening and will start production in February. He adds that there will also be a ton of cameos …
Read moreRidley Scott on ‘The Counselor’ Being Reappraised: “People Are Getting it Now”
One film that seems to have garnered a cult following over the years is Ridley Scott’s "The Counselor," which had a screenplay written by the late Cormac McCarthy.
Read moreNetflix Gave ‘47 Ronin’ Director $55 Million to Make A Sci-Fi Epic, But He Blew the Money on Stocks and Crypto
Netflix won a bidding war for “Conquest,” with the likes of Amazon and HBO competitive until the end. Rinsch’s epic was pitched as a 13-episode short form sci-fi series.
Read moreTaika Waititi Admits He Directed ‘Thor’ for Marvel Because He Was “Poor” and Needed the Paycheck
Taika Waititi is admitting what a lot of Marvel directors fail to confess in interviews: he took the job of directing his ‘Thor’ movies because he needed the money.
Read moreVariety Tires of Joaquin Phoenix’s “Worst Impulses” as an Actor
Last week, I sensed a small backlash brewing over Joaquin Phoenix’s acting. There are those who believe that he’s now replicating the same performance over and over in every movie that he’s in.
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