Miike has directed a whopping 103 films, almost nobody’s seen all of them, but the essential works are “Audition,” “Ichi the Killer,” “13 Assassins,” and “Visitor Q.”
Read moreCONFIRMED: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Beats ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ Sets Record-Breaking $360M Opening, $932M Worldwide
The latest update has ‘Brand New Day’ beating “Avengers: Endgame” with a $360M domestic opening, breaking the all-time record.
Read more‘Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother’ Trailer: Mahershala Ali Stars in Bassam Tariq’s Religious Hitman Thriller
There’s an interesting backstory to this film: while director Bassam Tariq and Mahershala Ali’s long-in-development “Blade” movie stalled, they decided to make this instead—a religious hitman thriller.
Read more‘Her Private Hell’ Nosedives 90% in Second Weekend, $358 Per-Theater-Average
Neon has given up on Nicolas Winding Refn’s “Her Private Hell,” which lost 500 theaters and plunged 90% from its already abysmal opening weekend, grossing just $50K.
Read moreSam Raimi’s ‘Spider-Man 2’ is Still the Best Spidey Movie Ever Made
Tom Holland may have given the role a longer run and a place within Marvel’s sprawling universe, but Sam Raimi and Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man remains the version that has left the deepest mark on movie history.
Read moreChristopher Nolan Thinks Film Critics Nitpick Too Much: “That’s Not How Storytelling Works”
One common complaint from film critics is that movies rely too much on familiar formulas. Christopher Nolan thinks that’s nitpicking too much and missing the point of storytelling.
Read moreVin Diesel Says ‘Fast Forever’ is “The Best Script” He’s Read “In Decades”: “I’m Still Crying”
On Saturday, he shared an update, on ‘Fast 11,’ officially titled “Fast Forever,” which is scheduled to premiere on March 17, 2028, but we have our doubts about that date.
Read moreVincent Pastore, “Big Pussy” in ‘The Sopranos, ‘Dies at 80
The veteran actor, one of television and film’s most recognizable gangsters, will forever be known for his role as Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero in “The Sopranos.”
Read more‘Barbie 2’ Stalls as Warner Bros. Faces Deadline to Sign Greta Gerwig and Ryan Gosling, or Mattel Reboots the Franchise
According to The New York Times, no deal has been reached, and “time is running out.” The rights to “Barbie” will revert to Mattel if Warner Bros. does not have deals with Gerwig, Robbie and Gosling by December.
Read more‘Desperation’: Stephen King Horror Movie in the Works at Searchlight With ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ Duo to Direct
Lipovsky and Stein became highly sought-after after the success of “Final Destination: Bloodlines” and already have several major projects lined up.
Read morePaul Thomas Anderson Thinks Modern Movies Need “More Solid Writing”
Paul Thomas Anderson has a message for the next generation of filmmakers: maybe spend a little less time worrying about your camera, and a little more time worrying about your screenplay.
Read more‘Alien: Romulus’ Sequel Reportedly Shelved
I’m told that the ‘Romulus’ sequel has been indefinitely shelved and might not ever happen. There are just too many obstacles to overcome, and Ridley Scott’s hands-on involvement was too much.
Read more‘X-Men’ Reboot: Samara Weaving as Emma Frost; Inde Navarrette Meets With Marvel for Mystique
Samara Weaving is close to signing on to play Emma Frost in “X-Men.” Director Jake Schreier and Kevin Feige believe Weaving was the best fit of the many actresses who auditioned for Frost.
Read moreAlex Garland’s ‘Elden Ring’ Wraps 4-Month Shoot, With More Than a Year of Post-Production Ahead
“Elden Ring” has wrapped production in the UK after four months of shooting. The film isn’t due to hit theaters until March 3, 2028 — Apparently, well over a year’s worth of post-production is needed.
Read moreMahershala Ali Calls Out Marvel For Canceling ‘Blade’: “If They Wanted to Do It, We Would’ve Done It”
Oscar-winning actor Mahershala Ali, who was supposed to play the titular character, has broken his silence on the project’s collapse, and apparently — the decision wasn’t his.
Read more‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Shatters Thursday Preview Record With $75M, Targets Historic $360M+ Opening
I wouldn’t be surprised if ‘Brand New Day’ beats “Avengers: Endgame”’s $365M domestic opening, the all-time record. The worldwide numbers are even stronger, with a projected $800M+ debut.
Read moreWarner Bros. and Paramount Are Making Separate, Competing ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Remakes
Paramount is now caught in an unexpected battle with Warner Bros., which is also planning to remake ‘Elm Street,’ as both studios race to get their projects made before the proposed merger closes.
Read moreDoes John Boorman’s ‘The Exorcist II: Heretic’ Deserve Reappraisal? New Doc (and Scorsese) Make the Case
The case being made is compelling: John Boorman’s ‘Exorcist II’ isn’t a lazy cash-in, but a subversive, experimental film that challenges the formula of Friedkin’s original.
Read moreThe 25 Best Documentaries of All-Time, According to THR
Denis Villeneuve’s ‘Dune 3’ “Goes Beyond” ‘Messiah’ and Into Something “No One Expected”
‘Dune 3’ has an ensemble cast, including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, Bardem, Florence Pugh, Robert Pattinson, and Anya Taylor-Joy. The film is set to hit theaters on December 18.
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The trailer doesn’t exactly paint a sunny picture. In fact, things look pretty miserable in Marvel land. Sue Storm is seen in tears, while Doctor Doom appears to be on a revenge tour.