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Since the release of Marvel sequel Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, fans have voiced wanting to see Tenoch Huerta’s character, Namor, the Sub-Mariner, receive its own franchise. Executive producer Nate Moore recently confirmed to The Wrap that Namor will not be receiving a solo film anytime soon since Universal does actually owns the movie rights. While Disney’s relationship with Sony has strengthened due to its acquisition of 20th Century Fox and Marvel, there are still some holdovers that mean that rights are split between studios. For instance, Sony leverages Spider-Man villains and supporting characters separate from the MCU. It appears that Namor’s solo film rights are also entangled at another studio. Speaking to The Wrap, Moore said that it is possible for Tenoch Huerta’s character t...

The second trailer for Damien Chazelle‘s Babylon is promising to give an untamed depiction of the 1920s. The two-and-a-half-minute trailer, which arrives in a censored and uncensored version, sees aspiring Mexican-American actor and current film assistant Manny Torres (Diego Calva) attempt to enter the wild world of 1920s Hollywood alongside new and carefree actress Nellie LaRoy (Margot Robbie), whose character was inspired by the likes of Clara Bow, Jeanne Eagels, Joan Crawford and Alma Rubens. As Nellie and Manny navigate their way through the messy industry, veteran actor and party animal Jack Conrad (Brad Pitt), inspired by actors John Gilbert, Clark Gable and Douglas Fairbanks, is starting wonder where the future of his career is headed as Hollywood begins to transition from sil...

The second trailer for Damien Chazelle‘s Babylon is promising to give an untamed depiction of the 1920s. The two-and-a-half-minute trailer, which arrives in a censored and uncensored version, sees aspiring Mexican-American actor and current film assistant Manny Torres (Diego Calva) attempt to enter the wild world of 1920s Hollywood alongside new and carefree actress Nellie LaRoy (Margot Robbie), whose character was inspired by the likes of Clara Bow, Jeanne Eagels, Joan Crawford and Alma Rubens. As Nellie and Manny navigate their way through the messy industry, veteran actor and party animal Jack Conrad (Brad Pitt), inspired by actors John Gilbert, Clark Gable and Douglas Fairbanks, is starting wonder where the future of his career is headed as Hollywood begins to transition from sil...

Last week, Dwayne Johnson took to Twitter to share news regarding the ongoing success of Black Adam. In a clip, the professional wrestler-turned-actor revealed that the film which has earned over $378 million USD globally has now soared to the #1 stop on iTunes. Going on to talk about the success of the film, Johnson discusses how the “hierarchy of power” has changed at the DC Extended Universe, thanking fans for coming along on the journey. Interestingly, Johnson goes on to outline how he plans to further cement the Justice Society and establish Black Adam as the “most powerful, unstoppable force.” Building on his earlier notes about how he has “fought for years” and continues to push to bring back Henry Cavill as Superman. Going on to reveal that Warner Bros. was reluctant to have Cavill...

Last week, Dwayne Johnson took to Twitter to share news regarding the ongoing success of Black Adam. In a clip, the professional wrestler-turned-actor revealed that the film which has earned over $378 million USD globally has now soared to the #1 stop on iTunes. Going on to talk about the success of the film, Johnson discusses how the “hierarchy of power” has changed at the DC Extended Universe, thanking fans for coming along on the journey. Interestingly, Johnson goes on to outline how he plans to further cement the Justice Society and establish Black Adam as the “most powerful, unstoppable force.” Building on his earlier notes about how he has “fought for years” and continues to push to bring back Henry Cavill as Superman. Going on to reveal that Warner Bros. was reluctant to have Cavill...

Amazon has ordered a limited series from the Russo Brothers‘ ABGO company focusing on the ongoing FTX crypto scandal. According to sources, the series will feature a total of eight episodes and will be based on “insider reporting” by the journalists who have reported on FTX and Bankman-Fried. A cast has not been confirmed, but rumors claim that some Marvel actors who the Russo brothers previously worked with are currently in talks to join the show in major roles. David Weil is set to write the pilot and co-executive produce alongside Mike Larocca, Angela Russo-Otstot, Scott Nemes and Natalie Laine Williams, while Joe and Anthony Russo are reportedly discussing taking on the additional role of directors on top of executive producing. Amazon is aiming to start production in Spring 2023....

Squid Game star O Yeong-su has been charged with sexual misconduct. According to reports, the 78-year-old South Korean actor was indicted on November 24 by prosecutors in Suwon, South Korea, with the case stemming from a mid-2017 occurrence when he supposedly touched a woman in an appropriate manner. A complaint filed by the alleged victim was made against the actor in December 2021 and was closed by authorities in April 2022, but was reopened again at the victim’s request. O denied the allegations in front of the prosecutor and shared a statement with Korean broadcaster JTBC, “I just held her hand to guide the way around the lake. I apologized because [the person] said she wouldn’t make a fuss about it but it doesn’t mean that I admit the charges.” He was released without detention. The a...

After the news of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever topping box office, grossing above $550 million USD worldwide, director Ryan Coogler penned a heartfelt thank you note to all the fans for their support. The Marvel sequel was one of the most-anticipated films this year, continuing to take over the box office this Thanksgiving weekend. According to Variety, the Disney and Marvel film is currently on track to earning $64 million USD domestically over the five-day period. Coogler’s message was posted on Marvel’s official social media account. The director began his note to the fans with a single word, “Gratitude. That is the only world that comes to mind for your support of our work on the film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” He continued, “I am filled with it. Thank you. Thank you to the peo...

Toei Animation’s latest teaser countdowns to the theater premiere for The First Slam Dunk, the long-awaited anime film based on Takehiko Inoue’s manga, Slam Dunk. Featuring Hanamichi Sakuragi – the protagonist of the original Slam Dunk series – the 15-second-long video depicts the redhead sporting his signature Air Jordan 1 “Bred” as he lonesomely shoots balls in the school’s gymnasium. In a montage-like edit, the teaser then cuts to a close-up of Hanamichi getting riled up amidst a match, and closing with a countdown announcement that marks 10 days away from the film premiere. This is the third character-focused countdown trailer for the film — the first countdown starred Hisashi Mitsui, MVP and starting shooting guard of Shohoku High School’s basketball team for the 14-day mark. While Sa...