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1 month ago
Independent films

Jeremy Saulnier on When 'Rebel Ridge' Success Went from 'Virtual' to 'Very, Very Real'

fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

Jeremy Saulnier on When 'Rebel Ridge' Success Went from 'Virtual' to 'Very, Very Real'

#zelda
#legend-of-zelda
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

Kumail Nanjiani and Michael Urie are joining the Oh, Mary! cast this summer

The Tony-winning production welcomes Kumail Nanjiani, Michael Urie, and Jenn Harris to join Jinkx Monsoon as Mary Todd Lincoln from August 4 to September 28.
Music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Evan Rachel Wood 'Would Have Happily Rejoined' Her Practical Magic Sisters

I am getting asked about this a lot, so I’ll just clear it up now; I was not asked to come back and be in the #PracticalMagic sequel. I offered my services, even if it was one scene or one line. I was told they are re-casting.
Film
#harry-potter
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A Black Snape' in the new Harry Potter seems designed to cause controversy but it could work | Jason Okundaye

The casting of Paapa Essiedu as Snape raises concerns about racial backlash and the complexities of representation in adaptations.
Washington Wizards
fromConsequence
1 month ago

HBO Reveals Its Harry, Hermione, and Ron for New TV Series

HBO has cast a new trio for its Harry Potter TV series: Dominic McLaughlin as Harry, Arabella Stanton as Hermione, and Alastair Stout as Ron.
Washington Wizards
fromInverse
3 months ago

HBO's Biggest Fantasy Franchise Just Repeated A Troubling Casting Trend

HBO's Harry Potter series faces backlash over casting choices, particularly Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, reflecting ongoing racial debates in media adaptations.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A Black Snape' in the new Harry Potter seems designed to cause controversy but it could work | Jason Okundaye

The casting of Paapa Essiedu as Snape raises concerns about racial backlash and the complexities of representation in adaptations.
Washington Wizards
fromConsequence
1 month ago

HBO Reveals Its Harry, Hermione, and Ron for New TV Series

HBO has cast a new trio for its Harry Potter TV series: Dominic McLaughlin as Harry, Arabella Stanton as Hermione, and Alastair Stout as Ron.
Washington Wizards
fromInverse
3 months ago

HBO's Biggest Fantasy Franchise Just Repeated A Troubling Casting Trend

HBO's Harry Potter series faces backlash over casting choices, particularly Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, reflecting ongoing racial debates in media adaptations.
#squid-game
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

'We all want to be Superman; Superman wants to be us,' says James Gunn

He embodies Superman. My friend came to the set, and she was like, 'Oh my God, he has such a Superman face.' I'm like, 'Yeah, he does.' He looks like he was chiseled out of a rock.
Arts
#film-news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

We would never do that': Ringo Starr says he asked for changes in Beatles movie script

Ringo Starr personally intervened in the script of the forthcoming Beatles biopic directed by Sam Mendes to clarify the depiction of himself and his then wife Maureen.
Film
#james-bond
London startup
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A James Bond expert shares the 1 thing Amazon should focus on to get 007 right - and the 1 thing it should avoid

Amazon's control of the James Bond franchise signals a significant transformation and poses challenges for its future direction.
UK news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Ciara Kelly: Turning James Bond into a woman makes just as little sense as creating a male version of Bridget Jones - and I'm a feminist!

Amazon MGM's takeover raises concerns about the future direction of the James Bond franchise, particularly regarding casting and potential spin-offs.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Next James Bond should be British, says former 007 Pierce Brosnan

Pierce Brosnan emphasizes the next James Bond should be British and confirms he will remain male, following Amazon-MGM's ownership change.
UK politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | The name's Bond, James Bond - Which stars could get 007's license to kill amid Amazon shakeups, according to experts

The future of the James Bond franchise is in flux following its sale to Amazon MGM Studios and the departure of Daniel Craig.
fromKotaku
6 months ago
Video games

Some Fans Are Calling For Rebel Ridge's Aaron Pierre To Be The Next James Bond

London startup
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A James Bond expert shares the 1 thing Amazon should focus on to get 007 right - and the 1 thing it should avoid

Amazon's control of the James Bond franchise signals a significant transformation and poses challenges for its future direction.
UK news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Ciara Kelly: Turning James Bond into a woman makes just as little sense as creating a male version of Bridget Jones - and I'm a feminist!

Amazon MGM's takeover raises concerns about the future direction of the James Bond franchise, particularly regarding casting and potential spin-offs.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Next James Bond should be British, says former 007 Pierce Brosnan

Pierce Brosnan emphasizes the next James Bond should be British and confirms he will remain male, following Amazon-MGM's ownership change.
UK politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | The name's Bond, James Bond - Which stars could get 007's license to kill amid Amazon shakeups, according to experts

The future of the James Bond franchise is in flux following its sale to Amazon MGM Studios and the departure of Daniel Craig.
fromKotaku
6 months ago
Video games

Some Fans Are Calling For Rebel Ridge's Aaron Pierre To Be The Next James Bond

#street-fighter
#reality-tv
Toronto Raptors
fromBustle
4 months ago

This 'Traitors' Season 4 Dream Cast Includes A Few Nepo Siblings

The success of The Traitors hinges on its unique casting strategy, attracting diverse and unexpected personalities from various reality TV franchises.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
LGBT

"Love Is Blind" Contestant Virginia Said The Cast's Black Men Admitted They "Usually Date White Women"

Toronto Raptors
fromBustle
4 months ago

This 'Traitors' Season 4 Dream Cast Includes A Few Nepo Siblings

The success of The Traitors hinges on its unique casting strategy, attracting diverse and unexpected personalities from various reality TV franchises.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
LGBT

"Love Is Blind" Contestant Virginia Said The Cast's Black Men Admitted They "Usually Date White Women"

fromVulture
1 year ago

It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's (Everything We Know About James Gunn's) Superman

Casting David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane marks a distinctive choice, showcasing a refreshing energetic approach to the iconic characters in a lighter Superman narrative.
DC food
#biopic
London music
fromBustle
3 months ago

The Beatles Biopic Just Cast 4 Of The Internet's Boyfriends

The Beatles are getting a multi-film biopic directed by Sam Mendes, presenting each member's perspective.
Film
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Britney Spears, 43, shocks fans in red thong, black negligee before weighing in on her upcoming biopic

Britney Spears confidently shares personal moments and teases her upcoming biopic on social media.
London music
fromBustle
3 months ago

The Beatles Biopic Just Cast 4 Of The Internet's Boyfriends

The Beatles are getting a multi-film biopic directed by Sam Mendes, presenting each member's perspective.
Film
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Britney Spears, 43, shocks fans in red thong, black negligee before weighing in on her upcoming biopic

Britney Spears confidently shares personal moments and teases her upcoming biopic on social media.
#hunger-games
fromBustle
1 month ago

A 'Friends' Star Claims She Lost The Role Of Monica Due To Her Size

"I was out in Los Angeles, and my agent said, 'Oh, I sent your picture in to this casting director for Friends... they want to still look at some other actors.'"
Women
#hollywood
Toronto startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

In Deli Boys,' Two Actors Find Dream Roles Playing No One's Hero

Saagar Shaikh's journey from auditioning for a role to eventually co-starring with the actor who got that role highlights the unpredictability of casting in Hollywood.
Toronto startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

In Deli Boys,' Two Actors Find Dream Roles Playing No One's Hero

Saagar Shaikh's journey from auditioning for a role to eventually co-starring with the actor who got that role highlights the unpredictability of casting in Hollywood.
Film
fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Asian misrepresentation in American films

The match rate between actor ethnicity and roles played is higher than expected, especially for Asian characters.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

How Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Discovered a New Generation of Stars

The casting of 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' significantly launched the careers of new stars alongside established ones like DiCaprio and Pitt.
#artistic-interpretation
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Film

"Wuthering Heights'" Casting Director Shares Four-Word Response To Margot Robbie And Jacob Elordi Backlash

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Film

"Wuthering Heights'" Casting Director Shares Four-Word Response To Margot Robbie And Jacob Elordi Backlash

#entertainment
#film-industry
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Film

Initially Against Lily-Rose Depp Starring In "Nosferatu," This Casting Director Is Now Apologizing

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Film

Initially Against Lily-Rose Depp Starring In "Nosferatu," This Casting Director Is Now Apologizing

fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

'The Last of Us' fans are upset Kaitlyn Dever isn't as ripped as game Abby. A showrunner said the actor 'has the spirit of the game in her.'

"We would've struggled to find someone as good as Kaitlyn to play this role; that doesn't play as big of a role in this version."
Video games
#the-white-lotus
#netflix
Film
fromInverse
4 months ago

Netflix's Next Fantasy Franchise Is Eyeing A Risky Choice For Its Iconic Villain

Netflix's Chronicles of Narnia will feature Charli XCX as a rumored casting choice for Jadis, indicating a fresh interpretation of the iconic character.
fromInverse
3 months ago
Media industry

Netflix's Next Fantasy Franchise Could Make A Divisive Change To An Iconic Character

Film
fromInverse
4 months ago

Netflix's Next Fantasy Franchise Is Eyeing A Risky Choice For Its Iconic Villain

Netflix's Chronicles of Narnia will feature Charli XCX as a rumored casting choice for Jadis, indicating a fresh interpretation of the iconic character.
fromInverse
3 months ago
Media industry

Netflix's Next Fantasy Franchise Could Make A Divisive Change To An Iconic Character

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Avengers: Doomsday: a doomed character pile-up or a masterstroke-in-waiting?

Marvel's recent Avengers: Doomsday cast reveal was a five-hour performance art spectacle featuring empty chairs and a slow reveal of returning characters, igniting conversation about the film's direction.
DC food
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

21 "The Sound Of Music" Behind-The-Scenes Facts That'll Make You Watch The Movie In A New Way

As far as I'm concerned, there's only one person to play this role, and that's Julie Andrews.
Berlin music
UK news
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

Robert Pattinson Wasn't The First Pick For Edward Cullen, And I'm Amazed At Who Was

Henry Cavill claims he was Stephanie Meyer's first choice for the role of Edward in Twilight.
Film
fromConsequence
4 months ago

How Superbad Found Its McLovin (and Why Jonah Hill Was Mad About It): Book Excerpt

Casting the right actor for Fogell was a challenging process that almost led the filmmakers to rewrite the character.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Tom Cruise is giving 'Mission: Impossible' an update that will 'cause a real stir': report

Tom is keen to give Mission: Impossible a fresh take in the next two films and wants to explore a bit of Ethan's past. They're going to start looking for a young star to take on the role and they will appear a bit in the next film and then more in the ninth.
Mission District
fromInverse
7 months ago

The Most Controversial Thriller Remake Just Got A Promising Update

"Whether it's a new take on Bret Easton Ellis' satirical (and bleak) novel, or a remake... the story of Patrick Bateman has already been told perfectly."
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