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Father/Son Duo Kurt and Wyatt Russell Take on Godzilla and the Titans

Like father, like son: Kurt and Wyatt Russell will be joining the cast of Apple and Legendary’s live-action series about Godzilla and the Titans. Though their roles have not yet been announced, the dad-son duo will be joining Kiersey Clemons, Elisa Lasowski, Anna Sawai,Joe Tippett, and Ren Watabe in the Monsterverse in an epic journey…

Apple TV+ Renews Acclaimed, Sweeping Drama Series “Pachinko” for Second Season

Apple TV+ today announced a second season renewal for “Pachinko,” the acclaimed drama series created by Soo Hugh and based on the bestselling novel. The early pick-up comes ahead of the season one finale of “Pachinko” on Friday, April 29, 2022. Following its debut on Apple TV+ last month, global hit series “Pachinko” received broad…

Pachinko : Exclusive Interview with Co-Director Justin Chon

Synopsis : One of the most anticipated series will be released on Apple TV+ March 25, An epic historical tale based on the New York Times best-selling novel by Min Jin Lee. The history dates back to 1910-1990, originating in the Japanese occupation of Korea and leading to the globalization of Japan in late 1980s. At its heart…

Pachinko — Official Trailer | Apple TV+ / Starring Academy Award-winner Yuh-Jung Youn, Lee Minho, Jin Ha, and Minha Kim

Apple TV+ today unveiled a first look and the premiere date for “Pachinko,” a highly anticipated international drama series that will premiere globally on Apple TV+ on March 25, 2022. The series will be told in three languages — Korean, Japanese and English — and debut with the first three episodes followed by new weekly…

FX and Hulu to Develop Two More Seasons of ‘Shogun’

Hiroyuki Sanda, Courtesy of FX     FX and Hulu confirmed this week that they are in the process of developing two more seasons of Shōgun, based on James Clavell’s epic 1975 novel set in Edo-period Japan. To accomplish these goals, a writers’ room will get underway this summer to map out a creative strategy….

Hiroyuki Sanada Reportedly Returning for Second Season of FX’s ‘Shogun’

Hiroyuki Sanada will reportedly return for a second season of Shogun, the acclaimed historical drama that FX hopes to continue. Sanada had appeared in the initial episodes as Lord Yoshii Toranaga. News of Sanada’s involvement was first reported by Deadline. Based on James Clavell’s 1975 novel, Shogun was the most-viewed premiere for FX across several…

Night Swim/ A Refreshing Take on a Character-Driven Genre Story

@Photo by Courtesy of Universal Pictures A change in environment doesn’t always wash away people’s insecurities and regrets – it can often instead just bring them to the surface. The story in the new supernatural horror film, Night Swim, thrives on its characters contending with credible motivations and temptations. Their harrowing emotions are exasperated when…

Shogun : Press Conference with Hiroyuki Sanada and Producers

Synopsis : Set in Japan in the year 1600, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village. Creators: Rachel Kondo, Justin Marks Starring: Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, Anna Sawi, Tadanobu Asano,…

Writer of ‘My Hero Academia’ Gives Update on Hollywood Film

@Shueisha Plans are moving forward for a live-action film adaptation of My Hero Academia, the blockbuster manga/anime series. Legendary Entertainment, which acquired the rights five years ago, has signed on as producers, which will mark the English-language debut for filmmaker Shinsuke Sato. The screenplay will be written by Joby Harold, who has authored Army of…