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Netflix is facing backlash after technical difficulties disrupted its live broadcast of the highly anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul on November 15, 2024. The streaming giant now faces a class-action lawsuit filed in Florida by Ronald "Blue" Denton, who accuses Netflix of breach of contract. Denton alleges that he and thousands of others endured significant issues, including buffering, glitches and outright inability to access the event.Held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the fight marked one of Netflix’s most ambitious live-streamed events, attracting a staggering 108 million global viewers. However, despite the impressive numbers, the stream was plagued by technical problems. According to Denton's lawsuit, issues began early in the evening, with many use...

Apple TV+ has released the first trailer for Seth Rogen's The Studio.The upcoming comedy series is written, directed and executive produced by Rogen and his longtime collaborator Evan Goldberg, and stars the former as a newly appointed head of the Continental Studios movie studio. Its debut trailer hints at the many issues Rogen will face while working his dream job, ranging from expensive sets breaking down to other actors screaming at him and even getting physical.Joining Rogen in the cast are Catherine O’Hara, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz and Chase Sui Wonders. The trailer, however, also teases appearances from big A-listers including Bryan Cranston, Zoë Kravitz, Martin Scorsese, Zac Efron, Anthony Mackie, Charlize Theron and more.Watch the trailer above. The Studio premieres March 26, ...

On November 15, Thom Browne joined audiences in New York City for the premiere of The Man Who Tailors Dreams, which provides a behind-the-curtain look at the American designer's work and personal life. The 95-minute documentary was conceived by German director Reiner Holzemer, who is also the mind behind documentaries centered around other major designers like Dries Van Noten and Martin Margiela.In an interview with WWD, Browne shared that Holzemer approached him with the idea of a documentary feature in 2021. "He was with us for almost three years," Browne told WWD. Throughout the multi-year shooting of the film, Holzemer documented the development of five different collections from Browne's namesake label, including one made during the COVID-19 pandemic.In addition to household names lik...

Through a new video teaser, Netflix announces that it will be producing a new film remake of the 1975 classic Japanese action thriller, The Bullet Train. The remake will be directed by Shinji Higuchi, who’s best known for co-directing the 2016 Shin Godzilla film alongside Hideaki Anno. Higuchi has also worked as a storyboard artist for Anno right from the start of the very first Evangelion anime to all its later animated feature films.The new film will star former Japanese actor and SMAP-member, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi as the lead and is expected to follow the same suspenseful premise as the original film. Netflix also hinted that the film will use VFX and other special effects to create compelling visual segments for the train itself. The remake will also go with Bullet Train Explosion as its t...

The final Gladiator II trailer has officially arrived in anticipation for the premiere on November 22. Legendary director Ridley Scott leads Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, Lior Raz, Derek Jacobi, Connie Nielsen and Denzel Washington to battle in this continued epic saga of power, intrigue and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. In the official synopsis of the film, it reads, "Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people."This ...

Ridley Scott's long-awaited sequel, Gladiator II, has charged into the global box office, earning $87 million USD in its opening weekend across 63 markets. This epic debut marks Paramount Pictures' biggest international R-rated opening and Scott's strongest overseas launch, surpassing previous hits like The Martian and the original Gladiator.Two decades after the Oscar-winning first film, the sequel chronicles the protagonist's quest to restore Rome's glory while battling in the Colosseum's brutal arena. The star-studded cast includes Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington, with Washington's performance already drawing Oscar buzz.The film dominated key markets, collecting $11.4 million USD in the United Kingdom, $10.3 million USD in France, and $5.6 million USD in Spain. IMAX and other premium...

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has named Conan O'Brien as the host of the 97th Academy Awards.The comedian, host and writer is set to take over hosting duties from Jimmy Kimmel, who served as the Oscars host for two years straight. “America demanded it and now it’s happening: Taco Bell’s new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I’m hosting the Oscars,” O'Brien said in a humorous statement.“We are thrilled and honored to have the incomparable Conan O’Brien host the Oscars this year,” Academy CEO Bill Kramer and president Janet Yang added in a joint statement. “He is the perfect person to help lead our global celebration of film with his brilliant humor, his love of movies and his live TV expertise. His remarkable ability to connect with audiences will bring viewers togeth...

Pamela Anderson takes on one of her most emotionally charged roles in The Last Showgirl, a new drama directed by Gia Coppola. The film follows Shelly, a veteran Las Vegas showgirl forced to confront her future after her long-running show abruptly closes.Set against the vibrant yet bittersweet backdrop of Sin City, Anderson portrays Shelly's journey as she grapples with life beyond the stage. The film features an original song by Miley Cyrus titled "Beautiful That Way," adding an emotional dimension to the narrative.Other notable cast members include Jamie Lee Curtis, who portrays Annette, Shelly’s best friend and confidante; Dave Bautista as Shelly's manager and ex-lover; Brenda Song, Kiernan Shipka alongside Billie Lourd, who plays Shelly’s daughter.The Last Showgirl will premiere in thea...

Sophie Turner has a new project up her sleeve and this time, the Game of Thrones alumni is set to lead Amazon Prime Video's new Tomb Raider series. Variety has confirmed that the Turner is slated to star as the lead role of Lara Croft in the Phoebe Waller-Bridge-produced series.While the deal has not been fully closed just yet, Turner is set to be the titular tomb raider. The Waller-Bridge series was greenlit at the streamer earlier this year under her overall deal with Amazon. She is set to write and executive produce. Turner becomes the latest actress in the long list of high-profile celebrities who have taken on the role of Lara Croft. The series first originated as a video game and gained great popularity over the years. Previously, Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander took on the role o...

Cameron Diaz comes out of 11-year acting retirement with a new Netflix spy film with Jamie Foxx titled Back in Action. The streamer dropped the first official teaser trailer of the film, which is slated to arrive at the beginning of next year.In 2022, Hypebeast reported on Diaz's return to acting. Foxx had uploaded a phone conversation between himself and Diaz as they dialled in Tom Brady to help her "un-retire." The Back in Action project was announced in mid-2022 and production began later that year. Now, two years later, the comedic thriller finally has a set release date.The film follows Diaz as Foxx as they star as they portray a retired CIA agent couple named Emily and Matt. As the find themselves in the suburbs, they are also brought back into the field of action, exhilarated at ret...

Lady Gaga is keeping the momentum going in Hollywood. According to Variety, the publication has learned from sources close to the production of Netflix's Wednesday, that season two will see a cameo from the singer.While it is currently uncertain what exactly Gaga's role will be in the next season, sources have revealed that originally the production team wanted Gaga for a much larger role, though it ultimately did not work out. The second season of the show is currently filming in Ireland. Gaga's role in Wednesday would mark her most recent acting project to date. The Wednesday news come after the actor starred opposite of Joaquin Phoenix in Joker: Folie à Deux. She has been previously nominated for an Academy Award for best actress for A Star Is Born and has been nominated three times for...

Last week was big for Marvel. At its debut D23 event in Brazil, Kevin Feige showed up to speak of the future of Blade, the titular vampire slayer. Blade, the film, has seen a tumultuous year, with two directors exiting the production and causing delays. First, Bassam Tariq left the project and later Yann Demange did so as well due to scheduling conflicts that came to light before shooting. At the time, industry insider Jeff Sneider shared that star Mahershala Ali is "said to be very frustrated with the process."Brazilian entertainment platform Omelete reported Feige's update at the event. Feige appeared to be confident that the character "will reach the MCU." He said, "We're committed to Blade. We love the character, we love Mahershala's version of him. And rest assured: whenever we change...