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No ‘Barbie’ Sequel Yet in the Works: Blame the Writers’ Strike

Just two weeks after its release, Barbie is generating huge wads of cash for Warner Bros. at the box office. Worldwide receipts are expected to exceed a cool billion in a few days.But the unprecedented success of the film hasn’t prompted the studio to announce that a sequel is in the works, prompted largely by…

‘Aquaman’ Director James Wan ‘On the Mend’ After Hospitalization

Director James Wan is now “on the mend” after a medical emergency that sent him to a Los Angeles hospital this week. According to a statement issued by Wan’s wife Ingrid Bisu, the 46-year-old director had undergone “an extremely rough and scary couple of days and nights” but is now recovering. Her statement continued: “You…

Maggie Gyllenhaal Reportedly Set to Direct ‘The Bride of Frankenstein’ Remake Starring Christian Bale

Director Maggie Gyllenhaal is reportedly poised to direct Netflix’s upcoming remake of The Bride of Frankenstein. While few details are known about the project, it’s being reported that production may begin sometime during 2024, with Peter Sarsgaard and Christian Bale playing leading roles, though it’s not clear which will be the scientist and which will…

Gal Gadot is Developing ‘Wonder Woman 3’ with James Gunn

Despite new management changes over at the DC Universe, it appears that Gal Gadot will still be involved in the Wonder Woman franchise. Gadot made her debut as Diana Prince back in 2016, when she appeared in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. She starred in Wonder Woman (2017) and its sequel Wonder Woman 1984…

Lionsgate Reportedly May Acquire eOne from Hasbro

Lionsgate may be on the verge of acquiring Entertainment One (eOne) from Hasbro, according to Deadline. eOne is a TV and film studio that generated The Rookie and Yellowjackets, among other productions. Speculation is reportedly “intensifying” over the possible acquisition, given that Hasbro will be releasing its second-quarter earnings on Thursday of this week. The…

Lisa Takeuchi Cullen To Be Next President Of WGA East

Current WGA East President, Michael Winship has decided not to seek re-election in the guild’s upcoming election. He will be succeeded by Lisa Takeuchi Cullen. The latter is running unopposed for the position in the guild, which is currently on strike against companies that are members of the AMPTP, Deadline is reporting. Takeuchi Cullen will…

Actor Paul (“Pee-wee Herman”) Reubens Dies at 70

Actor Paul Reubens has died of cancer at the age of 70. The performer was best known for his portrayal of the Pee-wee Herman character in film and television appearances beginning in the 1980s. In a statement posted on Instagram after his death, Reubens apologized for keeping his diagnosis private. “Please accept my apology for…

Writers’ Strike Delays ‘Ghostbusters 4’ Release Until March, 2024

As a result of the writers’ strike in Hollywood, Sony will be delaying the premiere of its Ghostbusters: Afterlife sequel until March 29, 2024. The film had originally been scheduled to debut on December 20 of this year. online pharmacy buy augmentin online with best prices today in the USA Ghostbusters is only one of…

FLC Announces Michael Mann’s Ferrari as NYFF61 Closing Night

Film at Lincoln Center announces Michael Mann’s “Ferrari” as the Closing Night selection of the 61st New York Film Festival, making its North American premiere on October 13 at Alice Tully Hall. Michael Mann (“Heat,” “The Last of the Mohicans,” “The Insider”) brings his astonishing command of technique and storytelling to bear on this emotional, elegantly…

Michelle Yeoh Weds Jean Todt After 19-year Engagement

Jean Todt may have been a champion race-car driver but he was apparently a slowpoke when it came to his personal life. After a courtship that lasted 19 years—6,992 days in waiting—he finally walked down the aisle this week with Michelle Yeoh. The 60-year old Oscar-winning actress and the 77-year old retired Ferrari CEO officially…

‘The Iron Claw’ About Von Erich Wrestling Dynasty, To Debut on December 22

Sports fans are in for a special treat from Santa Claus–or is it Santa Claws?–this Christmas with A24’s release of The Iron Claw, a drama about the legendary and star-crossed Von Erich wrestling family. According to reports in Variety, the film will debut on December 22, starring Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson, and…