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Fucking awesome. Never understood how there was a backlash to Constantine when it came out. I loved it.
I enjoyed it, and liked Keanu fine in it, but he is not a great casting choice to play Constantine.

Never bothered me any, but I saw a lot of people pissed about that mainly.
 
New Planet of the Apes Movie Titled KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES; Cast Announced; First Look Revealed

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The next Planet of the Apes movie is coming into focus, with 20th Century Studios confirming the cast for the newly titled Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. The film, from director Wes Ball, will star Owen Teague alongside newly announced castmembers Freya Allen and Peter Macon. It is slated for a 2024 release.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes picks up many years after War for the Planet of the Apes, the 2017 feature that concluded the previous trilogy and used motion capture technology to tell the origin story of Caesar, a chimp that leads the simians toward revolution. Andy Serkis starred as Caesar, with Matt Reeves directing the final two installments to critical acclaim.

Josh Friedman, Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver, and Patrick Aison will pen the script. Joe Hartwick Jr. Jaffa, Silver and Jason Reed are producing, with Peter Chernin and Jenno Topping executive producing.

Planet of the Apes is one of the most iconic and storied science fiction franchises in film history, as well as being an indelible part of our studio’s legacy,” Steve Asbell, president of 20th Century Studios, said in a statement. “With Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes we are privileged to continue the series’ tradition of imaginative, thought-provoking cinema, and can’t wait to share Wes’ extraordinary vision for this new chapter with audiences in 2024.”

Planet of the Apes, based on the 1963 novel by Pierre Boulle, was first adapted for the screen in the 1968 film starring Charlton Heston, which spawned four sequels and two TV series. Tim Burton directed a 2001 reboot, and Fox relaunched the franchise in 2011 with Rise of the Planet of the Apes. To date, the films have grossed $1.7 billion globally.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes goes into production next month.

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/m...om-of-the-planet-of-the-apes-cast-1235230071/
 
2nd Trailer for Marvel Studios' BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER

 
Teaser Trailer for Antoine Fuqua's EMANCIPATION Starring Will Smith

An enslaved man embarks on a perilous journey to reunite with his family in this powerful film inspired by a true story. Emancipation, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Will Smith, premieres in theaters December 2, streaming on Apple TV+ December 9.

 
Teaser Trailer for THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE Starring Chris Pratt

 
First Look at Matilda Lutz as Titular Character in the Live-Action RED SONJA Remake

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M3GAN stands for Model Three Generative Android. Directed by Gerard Johnstone. Comes out January 13th
 
First Look at Matilda Lutz as Titular Character in the Live-Action RED SONJA Remake

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Frustratingly little.

Alicia Vikander in Tomb Raider is the gold standard of physical shape standard to which I will hold her. What little we can see of her arms looks OK though.

ETA: And on another note, does anyone else think that the blade of that sword looks a little short for that hilt?
 
ETA: And on another note, does anyone else think that the blade of that sword looks a little short for that hilt?
The grip is definitely wonky. It's scaled like a hand-and-a-half grip but it has no retention swell to keep the hand in place during one-handed usage. It's like the designer scaled it up 140% with no regard for function or proportion.
 
Sydney Sweeney To Star and Exec Produce New ‘Barbarella’ Movie For Sony Pictures

EXCLUSIVE: Sydney Sweeney isn’t done staying busy with Sony Pictures, as sources tell Deadline the Emmy-nominated Euphoria and The White Lotus actress is attached to star in a new Barbarella movie for the studio. The film is based on Jean-Claude Forest’s French comic book series that was turned into a 1968 movie starring Jane Fonda.

Insiders add that the new movie is still in development with no writer or director attached, but say that Sweeney is expected to executive produce.

Not much is known about this version, but the 1968 pic directed by Roger Vadim follows an astronaut from the 41st century who sets out to find and stop the evil scientist Durand Durand, whose Positronic Ray threatens to bring evil back into the galaxy. The film wasn’t a massive box office hit but has since become a cult classic, and in 2020 the Forest estate announced plans for a new film.

Very interesting. If for no other reason than the eye-candy factor.

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Just saw this trailer, and it looks intriguing.

Only issue is it seems like it has too much in common with the Child's Play remake from a few years ago.

That said, I didn't see the Child's Play remake, but the trailer showed it was related to A.I. programming going psycho and killing all threats to the kid, and this seems like this will be the same premise.
 
Teaser Trailer for SPIRITED Starring Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell, Octavia Spencer

Spirited is in theaters November 11 and streaming November 18 on Apple TV+.

 
Liam Neeson in Talks to Star in NAKED GUN Reboot with Lonely Island Member Akiva Schaffer to Direct

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Naked Gun is getting a reboot. Lonely Island member Akiva Schaffer is set to direct a reboot of the classic slapstick movie for Paramount, with Liam Neeson in early talks to star.

The famed Zucker Abrahams and Zucker franchise follows the happenings and mishaps of officer Frank Drebin, made famous by Leslie Nielsen. The trio of movies became known for sight gags, celebrity cameos, and Nielsen’s masterful physical comedy.

Plot details for the reboot are being kept under wraps. Dan Gregor and Doug Mand, who worked with Schaffer on the recent Disney+ movie Chip ‘N Dale: Rescue Rangers, wrote the screenplay. Mark Hentemann and Alec Sulkin penned a previous draft. Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins are set to produce via Fuzzy Door. Schaffer will executive produce.

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/naked-gun-movie-to-star-liam-neeson-1235240967/
 
Liam Neeson in Talks to Star in NAKED GUN Reboot with Lonely Island Member Akiva Schaffer to Direct

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Naked Gun is getting a reboot. Lonely Island member Akiva Schaffer is set to direct a reboot of the classic slapstick movie for Paramount, with Liam Neeson in early talks to star.

The famed Zucker Abrahams and Zucker franchise follows the happenings and mishaps of officer Frank Drebin, made famous by Leslie Nielsen. The trio of movies became known for sight gags, celebrity cameos, and Nielsen’s masterful physical comedy.

Plot details for the reboot are being kept under wraps. Dan Gregor and Doug Mand, who worked with Schaffer on the recent Disney+ movie Chip ‘N Dale: Rescue Rangers, wrote the screenplay. Mark Hentemann and Alec Sulkin penned a previous draft. Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins are set to produce via Fuzzy Door. Schaffer will executive produce.

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/naked-gun-movie-to-star-liam-neeson-1235240967/
I am both terrified and oddly intrigued to see Liam Neeson play a Leslie Nielsen character.
 
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