ENTERTAINMENT
Ridley Scott’s ‘Napoleon’ Looking to Open With $70 Million USD
Ridley Scott’s Napoleon is eyeing at least $70 million USD for its global opening.According to reports, the Joaquin Phoenix-led title has earned around $21 million USD as of November 23 and could debut with somewhere between $70 million USD and $73 million USD from its five-day global opening, including $40 million USD from the international market. As of Thursday, it grossed $8.9 million USD from its first two days and is currently available in more than 40 markets.The epic historical drama follows the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte from military leader to Emperor through the lens of his “addictive and volatile relationship” with his wife, Empress Joséphine. Joining Phoenix in the cast are Vanessa Kirby as Empress Joséphine, Tahar Rahim as Paul Barras, Ben Miles as Armand-Augustin-Louis de Ca...
Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Wonka’ Now Looking at $35 Million USD Pre-Christmas Debut
Pre-Christmas projections of the Timothée Chalamet-starring Wonka have experienced a significant increase.According to reports, the film is now looking to open with $35 million USD instead of the $20 million USD forecast from several weeks ago, with other reports even noting that it could debut with $40 million USD. ComicBook notes that the new trailers and Chalamet's red carpet and recent Saturday Night Live appearance helped push those numbers up, especially with the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike.Helmed by Paul King, Wonka will tell the story of a young Willy Wonka from Roald Dahl's beloved children's book. Joining Chalamet in the cast are the likes of Keegan-Michael Key, Sally Hawkins. Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter, Olivia Colman and Hugh Grant, to name a few.Wonka hits US theaters December ...
Two ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’ Contestants Threaten Legal Action Over Injuries
Two contestants who participated in Netflix's Squid Game: The Challenge are threatening co-producer Studio Lambert with a lawsuit, alleging that they received injuries during filming.Personal injuries law firm Express Solicitors stated in a press release that letters of claim have been sent to Studio Lambert. Deadline reports that contestants filmed the famed "Red Light, Green Light" game at at Cardington Studios in the United Kingdom during a cold snap, causing the two unnamed players to suffer from hypothermia and nerve damage. Netflix confirmed during shooting that three out of 456 players needed medical attention, but no additional information was shared.Express Solicitors added that the players put their health at risk as they had to stay still for long periods of time during filming ...
‘Godzilla Minus One’ is a Human-Centric Tribute to an Iconic Monster
In the long-awaited Godzilla Minus One, Toho Studios returns to the iconic monster saga after a seven-year hiatus, honoring its 70th anniversary in a belated yet celebratory manner. Director Yamazaki takes a daring turn by shifting focus from the colossal reptile to the human perspective, notably protagonist Kōichi Shikishima (Ryunosuke Kamiki) and his circle.We had the chance to check out an advanced press screening of the film thanks to the Japan Society in New York City. This cinematic venture diverges into a period drama, highlighting personal stories and relationships over the typical emphasis on the monster's grandeur. While surprising for purists, this departure weaves engaging new elements into the familiar beats from the original 1954 Godzilla.Yamazaki's classic filmmaking techniq...
London Government Rejects Building Stratford Sphere Venue
Since its opening earlier this year, the Las Vegas Sphere has garnered attention worldwide. Its revolutionary technological facade lets viewers experience visuals like never before, hosting a sold-out residency with Irish rock band U2. Madison Square Garden Entertainment has proposed rebuilding the 90-meter-high music venue in London. The structure in Stratford, East London, would house 21,500 attendees and reside near the city's Olympic Park. The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has rejected the deal, claiming that it "would result in an unacceptable negative impact on local residents." When the Sphere was initially presented in 2018, Khan admired its state-of-the-art technology, saying, "It's great to welcome another world-class venue to the capital, to confirm London's position as a music p...
Emma Stone Is Scientifically Resurrected In ‘POOR THINGS’ Trailer
Oscar-winning actress Emma Stone is among the best in her field, constantly staring in dominant films that reflect her daring capabilities. Her latest delivery has received an official trailer following its debut at the Venice Film Festival. POOR THINGS is odd and unorthodox, leaving viewers at the edge of their seats observing Stone's magnificent portrayal. Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, POOR THINGS sees Stone play the humorous and striking Bella Baxter, who falls in love with handsome lawyer Duncan Wedderburn (Mark Ruffalo). She takes on a new life after being scientifically resurrected by Dr. Godwin Baxter (Willem Dafoe). She travels the world with Wedderburn, showing an eye for adventure and becoming fascinated with bold human emotion. POOR THINGS' debut was praised far and wide, outlin...
Netflix Reveals a Suspenseful Trailer for ‘Gyeongseong Creature’
First teased during Netflix’s Geeked Week, the streaming platform has now unveiled the first official trailer for Gyeongseong Creature.Featuring some of South Korea’s most popular names, the upcoming mystery-horror drama stars Park Seo-joon and Han So Hee in leading roles. While Park is a household name in his native country, he has been gradually gaining recognition internationally following his guest appearance in the 2016 Oscar-winning Parasite, numerous K-drama roles, as well as his Hollywood debut in The Marvels. Also featured as part of the main cast are Squid Game actor Wi Ha-joon, and Claudia Kim, who previously appeared in Avengers: Age of Ultron and Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of GrindelwaldSet in 1945, Gyeongseong Creature tells the story surrounding the mysteries of the Ongseo...
BBC Announces Resting of ‘Top Gear’ “For the Foreseeable Future”
The BBC has announced a decision to "rest" the British automotive entertainment show Top Gear, following the accident at Dunsfold Aerodrome by its presenter Andrew "Freddie" Flintoff in 2022. Despite the show shutting down, the broadcaster did share that other Top Gear activities, like its digital magazine, remain unaffected."We’ve agreed with BBC Content that given the exceptional circumstances, we will be resting production of the Top Gear UK show for the foreseeable future," said the BBC in a public statement.Despite this statement, however, it did offer some hope for a possible restart, stating "We’ll continue to support the programme’s core production team and will be leaning on their expertise in a broader production capacity until such time as the UK show can restart."The decision t...
Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio Are Searching For the Next ‘Karate Kid’ For New Film
Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio are returning for the new Karate Kid film and are looking for the movie's next star.The two actors announced a global search for the next Karate Kid and will reprise their iconic characters, with Chan returning as Mr. Han from 2010's The Karate Kid and Macchio as Daniel LaRusso. This upcoming film will be directed by Jonathan Entwistle, while Rob Lieber writing the screenplay and Karen Rosenfelt producing. No plot details have been released as of writing, but Sony Pictures did confirm a theatrical release of December 13, 2024.The last feature film in the franchise was Chan's 2010 movie, but Macchio has starred in the series Cobra Kai — which serves as a direct sequel to the original films — since 2018. The show has been nominated for several Emmy Awards, inclu...
Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio Are Searching For the Next ‘Karate Kid’ For New Film
Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio are returning for the new Karate Kid film and are looking for the movie's next star.The two actors announced a global search for the next Karate Kid and will reprise their iconic characters, with Chan returning as Mr. Han from 2010's The Karate Kid and Macchio as Daniel LaRusso. This upcoming film will be directed by Jonathan Entwistle, while Rob Lieber writing the screenplay and Karen Rosenfelt producing. No plot details have been released as of writing, but Sony Pictures did confirm a theatrical release of December 13, 2024.The last feature film in the franchise was Chan's 2010 movie, but Macchio has starred in the series Cobra Kai — which serves as a direct sequel to the original films — since 2018. The show has been nominated for several Emmy Awards, inclu...
Everything Coming To and Leaving Netflix in December 2023
With November coming to an end, Netflix has unveiled its slate of new programming for December 2023.This holiday season is led by the premieres of the live-action Yu Yu Hakusho adaptation, the finale of The Crown and Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon — Part One: A Child of Fire, as well as seasonal content such as I Hate Christmas season two, The Great British Baking Show: Holidays: Season 6 and Christmas as Usual. Other new additions include Bradley Cooper's Maestro, Kevin Hart and Chris Rock's documentary and stand-up specials from Trever Noah and Ricky Gervais. December will also mark the final month for subscribers to stream titles such as the Anchorman, Mission: Impossible and Jaws franchises.Check out the full slate below.Coming To NetflixAvail. 12/1/23May December -- NETFLIX FILMTwenty years...
