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How Planet of Lana became a hit through dogged determination after being rejected "hundreds" of times
Wishfully Studios' debut platformer, Planet of Lana, achieved success after hundreds of rejections by persevering through a naive development process. The team, with backgrounds in film, faced initial publisher skepticism due to an inadequate demo and unrealistic plans, but secured a deal with Xbox after a year of developing a vertical slice. This led to a partnership with Thunderful and a successful 2023 launch, with plans for a sequel and a Hollywood movie adaptation.
The Incredible Hulk director says Captain America was originally in the movie, but it was a "little too dark"
Director Louis Leterrier confirmed a darker, longer cut of The Incredible Hulk existed and teased major cameos, including Captain America, which was ultimately cut for being "too dark." He also discussed the film's role as an early building block for the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the recurrence of its characters in later films.
Chris Evans reveals how they kept his involvement secret in Avengers: Doomsday, and it finally explains one of…
Chris Evans revealed that his involvement in Avengers: Doomsday as Steve Rogers was kept secret using the codename 'Luke Cage' in scripts and call sheets. This tactic explains a previous leak that mentioned a 'Luke Cage house,' which was actually referring to Steve's residence. Evans also teased a 'brutal' storyline for his character, consistent with the directors' tendency to challenge him.
Cut Spider-Man: Brand New Day cameo star Rosario Dawson said she had a social media post with her grandson "ready…
Actress Rosario Dawson revealed that her planned cameo in Spider-Man: Brand New Day was cut from the final film. She had a social media post prepared featuring her grandson, who is a fan of the character. The film's writers confirmed the scene, featuring Dawson as the Night Nurse, was likely cut for time.
Zelda at 40: Nintendo Signals a Bigger Push Beyond Games
Nintendo is signaling a significant expansion beyond video games, particularly for its The Legend of Zelda franchise, as it approaches its 40th anniversary. The company plans to release a live-action Zelda movie in 2027 and is exploring various avenues to increase engagement with its characters across different mediums, indicating a shift from its traditional focus solely on gaming.
The late Sam Neill will reportedly feature in The Legend of Zelda film, making it very probably the actor's final on-screen role
Actor Sam Neill is reportedly set to appear in the upcoming live-action The Legend of Zelda film, which may mark his final on-screen role. The film, produced by Sony and directed by Wes Ball, is scheduled for release next year and will star Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Zelda. Australian actor Uli Latukefu has been cast as Ganondorf.
James Gunn shoots down dream rumor that The Batman Part 2 and 3 are being filmed back to back
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has denied rumors that The Batman Part II and Part III are being filmed back-to-back. The denial came after a fan inquiry on Threads and speculation stemming from a social media post by Batman on Film founder Bill Ramey. The Batman Part II, part of the 'Elseworlds' continuity, is currently filming with Robert Pattinson reprising his role.
Despite Supergirl bombing at the box office, Warner Bros CEO says DC Studios "feels very good" and has a "robust pipeline" of projects in the works
Despite the box office failure of Supergirl, Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav expressed confidence in DC Studios' future projects, highlighting a robust pipeline including upcoming series Lanterns and the film Clayface. Zaslav stated that DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran are actively working on these new ventures. The Supergirl film underperformed financially, but lead actress Milly Alcock is expected to reprise her role in the 2027 Superman sequel.
Borderlands Movie Director Discusses The Mega-Flop And What Went Wrong
Director Eli Roth discussed the critical and commercial failure of the Borderlands movie, attributing its shortcomings to studio interference and a desire to appeal to everyone. He stated that the film's PG-13 rating and cost limitations resulted in a product that satisfied neither gamers nor a broader audience, ultimately feeling like it belonged to no one.
Mahershala Ali blames Marvel for not going ahead with MCU Blade reboot: "If they wanted to do the movie, we…
Mahershala Ali has spoken out about the stalled MCU Blade reboot, stating that if Marvel Studios had wanted to make the movie, they would have. Ali, who was under contract, expressed his readiness to move on from the project after a tumultuous development period that saw multiple director changes and a removal from the release calendar. He feels creatively redeemed and ready to focus on other opportunities.
Kevin Feige says Spider-Man: Brand New Day's villain was originally "a very obscure character nobody has ever…
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige revealed that the villain for Spider-Man: Brand New Day was initially an obscure character before a significant change led to the inclusion of Jean Grey. Feige discussed the development process, noting input from Tom Holland and producer Emily Fawn, which ultimately resulted in Sadie Sink's casting as Jean Grey.
Legendary Spider-Man comic book writer says Brand New Day feels the "most authentically Peter" out of all the…
Legendary comic book writers J. Michael Straczynski and Frank Miller have praised the film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, with Straczynski stating it feels the "most authentically Peter" of all iterations. Miller highlighted its Ditko-esque qualities and Tom Holland's performance, while Bendis called it a "blast." The article also touches on Tom Holland's experience with a cut he disliked and the film's box office success.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day villain says a "lot" of his scenes were cut and "more recognizable actors"…
Actor Billy Clements, who plays Ramrod in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, revealed that many of his scenes and those of other recognizable actors were cut from the final film due to a three-hour edit. Rosario Dawson also confirmed she shot a scene that did not make the final cut. The movie is currently in theaters in some territories.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s Fight Scenes Started With Marvel’s Spider-Man Screenshots
The fight choreography for the new Spider-Man movie, 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' drew inspiration from Insomniac Games' 'Marvel's Spider-Man' series. Actor Tom Holland and director Destin Daniel Cretton revealed that finishing moves from the video games influenced the film's action sequences. Stunt performers also used screenshots from the games to replicate specific moves.
Matt Reeves confirms a key collaborator will return for The Batman 2
Composer Michael Giacchino has confirmed he will return to score Matt Reeves' The Batman Part II, marking their sixth collaboration. Reeves also confirmed the news on X. Giacchino's previous work on The Batman earned him a Grammy nomination.
The Guild’s movie Kickstarter nears $4M in funding, adds Nathan Fillion and Misha Collins to cast
The Kickstarter campaign for The Guild reunion film has surpassed $3.7 million, adding Nathan Fillion and Misha Collins to its cast. The funding has unlocked several stretch goals, including shooting in Los Angeles and additional shoot days, with further goals for expanded sets and behind-the-scenes features.
The Odyssey film reel is 11 miles long and weighs more than a grizzly bear
Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey' features an 11-mile-long IMAX film reel weighing 630 pounds, significantly larger than typical theatrical prints. The film, an adaptation of Homer's epic poem, is currently in theaters and stars Matt Damon as Odysseus.
Reacher Star Alan Ritchson Loves Call Of Duty, Would Be Up For Being In The Movie
Actor Alan Ritchson, known for his role in Reacher, expressed his love for the Call of Duty video game series and his interest in participating in an upcoming Call of Duty movie, provided the story is compelling. He specifically suggested the inclusion of the popular Zombies mode. The film is set in the Modern Warfare universe, directed by Peter Berg and written by Taylor Sheridan, with Paramount producing.
Hasbro’s The Legend Of Zelda Figures Have Been Revealed, And They Look Pretty Great
Hasbro has revealed new collectible figures based on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, featuring Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf. These figures are available for pre-order starting July 22. The article also mentions an upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch and a live-action The Legend of Zelda movie set for release in 2027.
Kevin Feige stood up and cheered after watching Spider-Man: Brand New Day for the first time: "That's how good…
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige and producer Amy Pascal had an enthusiastic reaction to the director's cut of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, with Feige reportedly cheering. Director Destin Daniel Cretton teased that there's a specific reason for keeping Sadie Sink's character role a secret until the film's release on July 31 in the US.
