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Marvel boss Kevin Feige says he feels like a "gigantic loser and failure" for not making Blade reboot with…
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige expressed disappointment over the ongoing struggles to get the Blade reboot off the ground, calling himself a "gigantic loser and failure" for not making it happen with Mahershala Ali. Despite a troubled production history including director changes and script rewrites, the film remains indefinitely delayed. Wesley Snipes, who previously portrayed Blade, made an appearance in "Deadpool & Wolverine."
TIL: All the computers on the set of Jurassic Park were real, and someone has finally catalogued them in 'excruciating detail' because life, uh, finds a way
A detailed catalog of the computer hardware used on the set of Jurassic Park has been compiled by Fabien Sanglard. The article highlights that the computers featured, including those used by Samuel L. Jackson's character and Dennis Nedry, were real and expensive, with significant loans from Silicon Graphics and Apple.
First teaser for Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum is hiding a 'precious' message, but you'll need to be a Tolkien expert to decipher it
The production of The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum has officially begun, with director Andy Serkis releasing a teaser showing him in a motion-capture suit. The film, set before The Fellowship of the Ring, will feature Aragorn tracking Gollum and includes returning actors Ian McKellen as Gandalf and Elijah Wood as Frodo. The teaser also revealed a hidden message in J.R.R. Tolkien's Cirth runes, which reads 'Something precious awaits,' and Serkis confirmed the use of AI for de-aging effects, though he emphasized traditional filmmaking methods.
The Odyssey's runtime had to stay under three hours because of IMAX limitations
Director Christopher Nolan's new film, The Odyssey, had to adhere to IMAX's three-hour runtime limitation due to technical constraints with film platters, despite Nolan's attempts to extend it. IMAX mentor David Keighley enforced this limit, which is necessary for the projection system and audience throughput in IMAX theaters worldwide. The film is set to release on July 17.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day producer says her "dream" is a new trilogy, but they're taking it "one…
Producer Amy Pascal expressed her "dream" of a new Spider-Man trilogy, though the team is currently focused on "one movie at a time" for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film will feature Tom Holland's Peter Parker facing a new mystery villain, with appearances from Jon Bernthal's Punisher and Mark Ruffalo's Hulk. The movie is set to release on July 31 in the US.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day producer says they "have to be really careful" with new Marvel spin-offs to not make…
Producer Amy Pascal stated that caution is necessary when developing new Marvel spin-offs within the Spider-Man universe to avoid over-exploitation. She emphasized the importance of smart storytelling and creative exploration, drawing from the rich variety of the comics. While the animated Spider-Verse trilogy continues with Beyond the Spider-Verse, future live-action appearances for Tom Holland's Peter Parker remain uncertain.
Naruto creator calls the live-action movie a "miracle" as global casting search begins for Team 7
The live-action Naruto movie is moving forward with director Destin Daniel Cretton beginning a global casting search for Team 7. Creator Masashi Kishimoto expressed his excitement, calling the development a "miracle" and expressing anticipation for the actors who will bring the characters to life. This marks the first live-action adaptation of the popular manga series.
4 years after it was shelved by Warner Bros, Batgirl star J.K. Simmons also wants to know why it was never released
Actor J.K. Simmons expressed his confusion regarding Warner Bros.' decision to shelve the Batgirl film four years ago, stating that test audience scores were not the reason for its cancellation. Simmons, who played Commissioner Gordon in both Justice League and Batgirl, noted that the film was deemed "not releasable" by DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran. He recalled enjoying the production of the superhero movie, which starred Leslie Grace as Barbara Gordon.
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse producers say they're "deep" into making the Marvel movie: "It's coming together really well"
Producers Christopher Miller and Phil Lord have provided an update on Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, stating they are "deep, deep in it" and that the film is "coming together really well." The movie, which is set for a June 18, 2027 release, will be presented in IMAX, with the team currently reviewing footage at the IMAX headquarters. The sequel to Across the Spider-Verse aims to push creative boundaries, building on the success of its predecessors.
Supergirl test screenings reportedly featured several scenes removed from the final cut, but more Superman was added
Test screenings for the movie Supergirl reportedly featured several scenes that were ultimately removed from the final cut, including more backstory for the character Krem and an alternate opening. However, two additional scenes featuring Superman were added to the final version. Director Craig Gillespie explained that the film was trimmed to maintain a lean narrative focused on the characters' mission.
Five Nights at Freddy's 3 star says the horror sequel has a new writer, which means game creator Scott Cawthon may…
Actor Skeet Ulrich, who stars in the Five Nights at Freddy's film franchise, has indicated that a new writer is working on the script for the upcoming third movie. This potential change marks a departure from franchise creator Scott Cawthon's sole writing credit on the previous installments. The article also touches on the critical reception of Five Nights at Freddy's 2.
Sea of Thieves live action movie is in development
A live-action movie based on the video game Sea of Thieves is in development, with Destin Daniel Cretton's production company Hisako Films attached. While Cretton is not directing, the project is moving forward with a focus on the game's distinct tone and social community aspects. Xbox is actively pursuing video game adaptations, having already seen success with properties like Halo and Fallout.
A24 takes on Google money help build AI tools
A24 is receiving $75 million in funding from Google to develop artificial intelligence tools specifically for movie production. This investment aims to enhance various aspects of the filmmaking process through AI.
Elden Ring, Death Stranding Movie Studio Gets $75 Million From Google For AI Research, Report Says
Google is reportedly investing $75 million into the movie studio A24 for AI-based research, with the aim of developing new tools for movie production. While A24 is producing films based on Elden Ring and Death Stranding, the investment is not expected to directly impact those projects. This move marks Google's first investment in a movie studio and comes amid growing concerns about AI's role in creative industries.
Amazon won't release Sam Altman biopic focused on OpenAI's 2023 leadership crisis
Amazon has decided not to proceed with a planned biopic focused on OpenAI's 2023 leadership crisis and Sam Altman. Director Luca Guadagnino's project is now seeking a new studio partner.
"Who thought you should shoot a movie here?" The Odyssey star Matt Damon says no director other than Christopher Nolan would make a film this way
Matt Damon, starring as Odysseus in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic 'The Odyssey,' shared his astonishment at the unconventional filming locations, including Nestor's Cave in Greece. Damon described the production as the biggest of his career, with filming spanning 91 days across Morocco, Greece, Italy, Iceland, and Scotland. He also expressed concern that such ambitious filmmaking methods may become unsustainable in the future, with the film set to release on July 17, 2026.
Shang-Chi director gives promising update on the delayed sequel, but says releasing the first movie during the pandemic…
Director Destin Daniel Cretton confirmed that a sequel to Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is in development, attributing the delay to the film industry's struggles during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Cretton is also directing the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which may have further impacted the Shang-Chi sequel's timeline. No release date has been set for Shang-Chi 2.
George Lucas once had a "brilliant idea" to make a special edition of Howard the Duck with Robin Williams
George Lucas revealed a past idea to create a special edition of the 1986 film Howard the Duck, featuring Robin Williams as the voice of the titular character. Lucas discussed this concept during a 2002 conversation with Williams for an Audible series. The article also touches on the character's appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Jason Momoa reportedly drops out of Helldivers movie
Actor Jason Momoa has reportedly dropped out of the Helldivers movie adaptation. Despite this casting change, the film's production is said to be continuing as planned.
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Actor Jason Momoa has exited the 'Helldivers' movie project, which is set to be directed by Justin Lin. Further details regarding the film's production status were not immediately available.