Shocking and resonant, disarmingly grotesque and weirdly fun, “The Substance” is a feminist body-horror film that should be shown in movie theaters all over the land. By that, I don’t mean that it’s some elegant exercise in egghead darkness like the films of David Cronenberg, or a patchy postmodern punk curio like “Titane.” Coralie Fargeat, the writer-director of “The Substance,” has a voice that’s italicized, in-your-face, garishly accessible and thrillingly extreme. She draws on much of the hyperbolic flamboyance that’s come to define megaplex horror. But unlike 90 percent of those movies, “The Substance” is the work of a filmmaker with a vision. She’s got something primal to say to us.
“The Substance” tells the story of an aging Hollywood actress-turned-aerobics-workout-host, named Elisabeth Sparkle and played by Demi Moore, who gets fired from a TV network because she is now deemed too old. In a rage of desperation,...
“The Substance” tells the story of an aging Hollywood actress-turned-aerobics-workout-host, named Elisabeth Sparkle and played by Demi Moore, who gets fired from a TV network because she is now deemed too old. In a rage of desperation,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Owen Gleiberman
- Variety Film + TV
Killer Collectibles highlights five of the most exciting new horror products announced each and every week, from toys and apparel to artwork, records, and much more.
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
Gretel & Hansel 4K Uhd from Scream Factory
Gretel & Hansel will be released on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on May 21 via Scream Factory. The 2020 dark fantasy horror film is presented in 4K from the original master with Dolby Vision.
Oz Perkins directs from a script by Rob Hayes, based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale. Sophia Lillis, Samuel Leakey, Charles Babalola, Jessica De Gouw, and Alice Krige star.
In Meagan Navarro’s review, she said, “The film is mesmerizing style over substance, but one that transports you if you’re open to its high-concept spell.”
Special features include: new commentaries by Perkins and horror historian Rebekah McKendry; a new interview with production designer Jeremy Reed; and four features: Storybook,...
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
Gretel & Hansel 4K Uhd from Scream Factory
Gretel & Hansel will be released on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on May 21 via Scream Factory. The 2020 dark fantasy horror film is presented in 4K from the original master with Dolby Vision.
Oz Perkins directs from a script by Rob Hayes, based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale. Sophia Lillis, Samuel Leakey, Charles Babalola, Jessica De Gouw, and Alice Krige star.
In Meagan Navarro’s review, she said, “The film is mesmerizing style over substance, but one that transports you if you’re open to its high-concept spell.”
Special features include: new commentaries by Perkins and horror historian Rebekah McKendry; a new interview with production designer Jeremy Reed; and four features: Storybook,...
- 5/3/2024
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
The world of cinema is mostly colorful and bright and it gives you a chance to escape your reality and dive deeper into different sorts of fantasies. It’s so inspiring to see the good always winning despite all the obstacles and for example love beating it all in a romantic comedy.
However, real life is not always like that, that’s why along with the feel-good movies there are also many films that hit hard. It’s especially painful to watch movies like that because deep inside, you still have hope that everything’s going to work out for the best for the main characters. But sometimes it just doesn't…
Here we have 5 movies that will break your heart. So if you are in a mood for some deep thinking and/or crying, this list is for you.
1. Se7en (1995)
David Fincher's 23-year-old film has an all-star cast that includes Morgan Freeman,...
However, real life is not always like that, that’s why along with the feel-good movies there are also many films that hit hard. It’s especially painful to watch movies like that because deep inside, you still have hope that everything’s going to work out for the best for the main characters. But sometimes it just doesn't…
Here we have 5 movies that will break your heart. So if you are in a mood for some deep thinking and/or crying, this list is for you.
1. Se7en (1995)
David Fincher's 23-year-old film has an all-star cast that includes Morgan Freeman,...
- 4/26/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Rachel Bailey)
- STartefacts.com
Jonathan Majors’ Kang was supposed to be the big antagonist in the upcoming Avengers films and the climactic antagonist for the ‘Multiversal Saga’ of the MCU. However, the actor was dropped from future Marvel projects due to his legal troubles and eventual sentencing after being accused of assault.
The actor made his MCU debut with the Disney Plus series Loki, where he was introduced as He Who Remains, the protector of the Sacred Timeline. He also made an appearance in the box office disaster Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and was regarded as the best part of the film. Majors had mentioned his technique to get into character, which included a curated playlist that got the energy of the role right.
Jonathan Majors Used One Technique To Deliver Great Performances As Kang Jonathan Majors as Kang in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Jonathan Majors rose to prominence quickly in his career as an actor.
The actor made his MCU debut with the Disney Plus series Loki, where he was introduced as He Who Remains, the protector of the Sacred Timeline. He also made an appearance in the box office disaster Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and was regarded as the best part of the film. Majors had mentioned his technique to get into character, which included a curated playlist that got the energy of the role right.
Jonathan Majors Used One Technique To Deliver Great Performances As Kang Jonathan Majors as Kang in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Jonathan Majors rose to prominence quickly in his career as an actor.
- 4/23/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Have you ever wished you could escape into a different life that’s still your own? What if infinite lifetimes were waiting behind a door, and the hallway goes on forever? Would you step through to see what the other side is like? What is a version of you who wanted your original life would do anything to take it? Joel Edgerton is about to discover what lurks behind a dark door in Apple TV+‘s Dark Matter trailer.
Based on the blockbuster book by New York Times bestselling author Blake Crouch, the new, nine-episode Apple Original series will premiere globally on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Wednesday, May 8, followed by one new episode every Wednesday through June 26, 2024.
Per today’s official Dark Matter press release:
Hailed as one of the best sci-fi novels of the decade, “Dark Matter” is a story about the road not taken.
Based on the blockbuster book by New York Times bestselling author Blake Crouch, the new, nine-episode Apple Original series will premiere globally on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Wednesday, May 8, followed by one new episode every Wednesday through June 26, 2024.
Per today’s official Dark Matter press release:
Hailed as one of the best sci-fi novels of the decade, “Dark Matter” is a story about the road not taken.
- 4/11/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Jennifer Lawrence has had a prolific career over the years and has shown her versatility as an actress starting from her first few projects. She made her breakthrough role playing Ree in Winter’s Bone. Lawrence went on to star in various acclaimed projects including American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook, The Hunger Games and the X-Men franchise, and Joy.
Jennifer Lawrence became the 2nd youngest Best Actress Oscar nominee for her role in Winter’s Bone
Her most divisive and controversial film was her 2017 film Mother!, directed by Darren Aronofsky. The film was inspired by the Bible and had the actors playing various characters and elements mentioned in it, and Lawrence was the one who had to do most of the heavy lifting. One scene proved to be too much for the actress, and she decided that she would never return to that character ever again.
Jennifer Lawrence Will Never Return To...
Jennifer Lawrence became the 2nd youngest Best Actress Oscar nominee for her role in Winter’s Bone
Her most divisive and controversial film was her 2017 film Mother!, directed by Darren Aronofsky. The film was inspired by the Bible and had the actors playing various characters and elements mentioned in it, and Lawrence was the one who had to do most of the heavy lifting. One scene proved to be too much for the actress, and she decided that she would never return to that character ever again.
Jennifer Lawrence Will Never Return To...
- 4/10/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Sebastian Stan is exploring roles beyond the shadow of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and making quite a good impression out of it. Also, it seems the actor has a newfound interest in the horror genre. Stan appeared in two horror movies recently, including Mimi Cave’s Fresh and his most recent A Different Man.
Sebastian Stan in A Different Man
Stan has tested his tolerance level for a role as well. While his appearance in horror movies is well adjacent to the actor, one horror movie frightened the MCU star. Jennifer Lawrence, who led the movie, also endured intense nightmares.
Mother! “Hyperventilated” Sebastian Stan Sebastian Stan in A Different Man
Darren Aronofsky is one of the Hollywood directors who has created a legacy by making some of the most disturbing movies, including Requiem for a Dream, Black Swan, and Mother! Particularly, Mother! was frightening, and its disturbing elements were not exclusive to the audience.
Sebastian Stan in A Different Man
Stan has tested his tolerance level for a role as well. While his appearance in horror movies is well adjacent to the actor, one horror movie frightened the MCU star. Jennifer Lawrence, who led the movie, also endured intense nightmares.
Mother! “Hyperventilated” Sebastian Stan Sebastian Stan in A Different Man
Darren Aronofsky is one of the Hollywood directors who has created a legacy by making some of the most disturbing movies, including Requiem for a Dream, Black Swan, and Mother! Particularly, Mother! was frightening, and its disturbing elements were not exclusive to the audience.
- 4/5/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
When Hugh Jackman bid farewell to his iconic role as Wolverine in the 2017 flick Logan, fans were struck by a bittersweet feeling. The movie proved to be an appropriate goodbye to the much-loved character, revealing a more vulnerable and emotional side to the clawed mutant. However, what many fans might not know is that The Wolverine couldn’t have taken place if Fox had adhered to their original plan to have Darren Aronofsky helm the 2013 flick.
The Wolverine, a sequel to X-Men: The Last Stand (2006), was originally slated to be directed by Aronofsky, who is best known for his dark and intense movies like Black Swan and Requiem for a Dream. But, as fate would have it, the director eventually dropped out of the project in order to allow James Mangold to step in and take the reins.
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in X-Men
The Directorial Switch-Up: When Darren...
The Wolverine, a sequel to X-Men: The Last Stand (2006), was originally slated to be directed by Aronofsky, who is best known for his dark and intense movies like Black Swan and Requiem for a Dream. But, as fate would have it, the director eventually dropped out of the project in order to allow James Mangold to step in and take the reins.
Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in X-Men
The Directorial Switch-Up: When Darren...
- 3/29/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Although acclaimed filmmaker Darren Aronofsky stated that he would be directing an Elon Musk biopic at A24, this is not going to be his next movie, if reports are true. Namely, recent news suggests that Aronofsky is actually working on a crime thriller based on a book by Charlie Huston. The movie’s title is probably going to be Caught Stealing and as Empire confirms, the movie will star Oscar-nominee Austin Butler in the main role of Hank Thompson.
While speaking to Deadline, Aronofsky said the following about his upcoming project:
“I am excited to be teaming up with my old friends at Sony Pictures to bring Charlie’s adrenaline-soaked roller coaster ride to life. I can’t wait to start working with Austin and my family of NYC filmmakers.”
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So, what can we expect from the movie? Well, we don’t have any major information for you now,...
While speaking to Deadline, Aronofsky said the following about his upcoming project:
“I am excited to be teaming up with my old friends at Sony Pictures to bring Charlie’s adrenaline-soaked roller coaster ride to life. I can’t wait to start working with Austin and my family of NYC filmmakers.”
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So, what can we expect from the movie? Well, we don’t have any major information for you now,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Millie Bobby Brown, notable for her role in movies and TV shows, like Stranger Things and Damsel, surprised her fans by admitting she can’t watch her own acting on screen. This revelation, coming while she’s promoting a new film, has left fans stunned and curious about why she feels this way.
Millie Bobbie Brown in Stranger Things (credit: Netflix)
As social media responds with disbelief, followers are left pondering the reasons for her hesitance to watch her films. It’s got everybody talking, and fans are busy scratching their heads.
Millie Bobby Brown Confesses She Avoids Watching Her Own Films
Millie Bobby Brown spilled the beans, saying that she doesn’t watch her acting on screen. The 20-year-old star, famous for Stranger Things, has been hyping up her new film, Damsel, now a hit on Netflix in the UK.
Millie Bobby Brown in Damel (credit: Courtesy Of Netflix)
In it,...
Millie Bobbie Brown in Stranger Things (credit: Netflix)
As social media responds with disbelief, followers are left pondering the reasons for her hesitance to watch her films. It’s got everybody talking, and fans are busy scratching their heads.
Millie Bobby Brown Confesses She Avoids Watching Her Own Films
Millie Bobby Brown spilled the beans, saying that she doesn’t watch her acting on screen. The 20-year-old star, famous for Stranger Things, has been hyping up her new film, Damsel, now a hit on Netflix in the UK.
Millie Bobby Brown in Damel (credit: Courtesy Of Netflix)
In it,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire
Austin Butler is continuing his auteur collaborations, this time partnering up with Darren Aronofsky.
Butler, who was Oscar-nominated for his breakout transformative “Elvis” role, is set to lead Aronofsky’s upcoming feature “Caught Stealing.” Novelist Charlie Huston will adapt his own work for the screen. Protozoa is producing the Sony crime thriller. The novel is the first installment of Huston’s Henry Thompson trilogy series.
“Caught Stealing” was originally set for an adaptation in 2013 with Patrick Wilson cast in the lead role, now occupied by Butler. The story follows Hank Thompson, a former high school baseball prospect turned alcoholic bartender who gets caught up in a treasure hunt through New York City. A sadistic police officer tries to outrun Thompson, hitmen, and mobsters to find the treasure. Alec Baldwin was cast as the cop in the 2013 iteration that was slated to be written by David Hayter and directed by Wayne Kramer.
Butler, who was Oscar-nominated for his breakout transformative “Elvis” role, is set to lead Aronofsky’s upcoming feature “Caught Stealing.” Novelist Charlie Huston will adapt his own work for the screen. Protozoa is producing the Sony crime thriller. The novel is the first installment of Huston’s Henry Thompson trilogy series.
“Caught Stealing” was originally set for an adaptation in 2013 with Patrick Wilson cast in the lead role, now occupied by Butler. The story follows Hank Thompson, a former high school baseball prospect turned alcoholic bartender who gets caught up in a treasure hunt through New York City. A sadistic police officer tries to outrun Thompson, hitmen, and mobsters to find the treasure. Alec Baldwin was cast as the cop in the 2013 iteration that was slated to be written by David Hayter and directed by Wayne Kramer.
- 3/27/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Sony Pictures has acquired Darren Aronofsky’s crime thriller “Caught Stealing,” which will star Austin Butler.
The film follows Hank Thompson, a burned-out former baseball player, as he’s unwittingly plunged into a wild fight for survival in the downtown criminal underworld of ‘90s NYC.
“I am excited to be teaming up with my old friends at Sony Pictures to bring Charlie’s adrenaline-soaked roller coaster ride to life. I can’t wait to start working with Austin and my family of NYC filmmakers,” said Oscar-nominated director Aronofsky, whose credits include “The Whale,” “Requiem for a Dream” and “Black Swan.”
Charlie Huston will pen the script, which is based on his book of the same name. Protozoa will produce.
“Darren is one of the most brilliant audiovisual storytellers in the world, and adapting these wonderful books by Charlie Huston for Austin to star was too exciting an opportunity to not be a part of,...
The film follows Hank Thompson, a burned-out former baseball player, as he’s unwittingly plunged into a wild fight for survival in the downtown criminal underworld of ‘90s NYC.
“I am excited to be teaming up with my old friends at Sony Pictures to bring Charlie’s adrenaline-soaked roller coaster ride to life. I can’t wait to start working with Austin and my family of NYC filmmakers,” said Oscar-nominated director Aronofsky, whose credits include “The Whale,” “Requiem for a Dream” and “Black Swan.”
Charlie Huston will pen the script, which is based on his book of the same name. Protozoa will produce.
“Darren is one of the most brilliant audiovisual storytellers in the world, and adapting these wonderful books by Charlie Huston for Austin to star was too exciting an opportunity to not be a part of,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: After strong start to 2024 with Masters of the Air and Dune Part 2, Oscar-nominee Austin Butler is looking to build on that success and is teaming up with another Oscar-nominated director. Sources tell Deadline Butler is set to star in Academy Award nominee Darren Aronofsky’s crime thriller Caught Stealing for Sony Pictures. The studio recently landed the package which is based on the book by Charlie Huston. The script will be written by Huston with Protozoa producing.
“I am excited to be teaming up with my old friends at Sony Pictures to bring Charlie’s adrenaline-soaked roller coaster ride to life. I can’t wait to start working with Austin and my family of NYC filmmakers,” said Aronofsky.
Written by and based on the books by Huston, Caught Stealing follows Hank Thompson, a burned-out former baseball player, as he’s unwittingly plunged into a wild...
“I am excited to be teaming up with my old friends at Sony Pictures to bring Charlie’s adrenaline-soaked roller coaster ride to life. I can’t wait to start working with Austin and my family of NYC filmmakers,” said Aronofsky.
Written by and based on the books by Huston, Caught Stealing follows Hank Thompson, a burned-out former baseball player, as he’s unwittingly plunged into a wild...
- 3/27/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Before he had the budget to stage elaborate films like “The Fountain” and “Noah,” Darren Aronofsky got his start with “Pi,” a microbudget indie that hit theaters in July 1998. Shot in stark black and white, the story of an obsessive mathematician looking for the number that can unlock the secret to nature received acclaim and earned Aronofsky a Director’s Prize at Sundance, but faded into relative obscurity as he broke through to the mainstream with “Requiem for a Dream” and “Black Swan.” But in 2023, “Pi” got a new lease on life when Aronofsky sold the film’s rights to A24, and the studio celebrated with a 25th-anniversary re-release of the film in IMAX theaters. The re-release happened on — you guessed it — Pi Day.
One year later, A24 is celebrating Pi Day again with two new releases. The first is an all-new Blu-ray release of the film, which is available...
One year later, A24 is celebrating Pi Day again with two new releases. The first is an all-new Blu-ray release of the film, which is available...
- 3/14/2024
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Let’s travel back in time and check out Jennifer Connelly’s role in Career Opportunities. These pictures give us a peek into the past, bringing back memories of the ’90s. The 53-year-old really nailed it in the movie, and people were hooked back then, and we’re still feeling the magic now.
Jennifer Connelly in Top Gun-Maverick
Each picture takes us on a trip down memory lane, reminding us of a time when life seemed simpler and anything was possible. It’s like stepping into a time machine, reliving those moments of excitement all over again. Get ready for a nostalgic ride with Connelly’s unforgettable performance!
SUGGESTEDLisa Kudrow Was Jealous of Jennifer Aniston After Her Son Became Obsessed With the Friends Star Experience Jennifer Connelly’s Career Opportunities Role For Nostalgic Journey
Let’s step back into the ’90s and reminisce about Jennifer Connelly’s role in Career Opportunities.
Jennifer Connelly in Top Gun-Maverick
Each picture takes us on a trip down memory lane, reminding us of a time when life seemed simpler and anything was possible. It’s like stepping into a time machine, reliving those moments of excitement all over again. Get ready for a nostalgic ride with Connelly’s unforgettable performance!
SUGGESTEDLisa Kudrow Was Jealous of Jennifer Aniston After Her Son Became Obsessed With the Friends Star Experience Jennifer Connelly’s Career Opportunities Role For Nostalgic Journey
Let’s step back into the ’90s and reminisce about Jennifer Connelly’s role in Career Opportunities.
- 2/23/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire
Elon Musk has been a part of the creation of many technical marvels over the years. The tech mogul is the founder of Space X, and the former chairman of Tesla, Inc. He is also the co-founder of companies such as Neuralink and OpenAI. Sam Atman is currently the CEO of the latter which started as a non-profit company.
Elon Musk in the Netflix documentary Return to Space
Altman recently unveiled an AI model for the company called Sora which boasted a powerful feature to generate videos from a text command of any kind. While many were impressed by this amazing tool, Musk made use of the occasion to ridicule Altman for allegedly violating the terms of the company he co-founded.
Elon Musk Slams Sam Altman Over OpenAI’s Turn to a Profit-Making Company
Elon Musk is not a fan of how Sam Altman is currently running OpenAI
In 2015, Elon...
Elon Musk in the Netflix documentary Return to Space
Altman recently unveiled an AI model for the company called Sora which boasted a powerful feature to generate videos from a text command of any kind. While many were impressed by this amazing tool, Musk made use of the occasion to ridicule Altman for allegedly violating the terms of the company he co-founded.
Elon Musk Slams Sam Altman Over OpenAI’s Turn to a Profit-Making Company
Elon Musk is not a fan of how Sam Altman is currently running OpenAI
In 2015, Elon...
- 2/18/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Actor Marlon Wayans is known for his stand-up comedy and comedic roles in films such as White Chicks and the Scary Movie franchise. Though the actor has ventured into dramatic territory with films such as Requiem For A Dream he was mostly known for his comedic endeavors as he gained fame with his sitcom with brother Shawn Wayans, The Wayans Bros.
Wayans also starred in the 2009 action film G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra. The Stephen Sommers directorial was an adaptation of the popular comics of the same name and starred Channing Tatum and Wayans in lead roles. Due to Wayans’ reputation as a comic actor, fans were reportedly concerned that the film would not be a serious adaptation of the action comics.
Marlon Wayans Assured Fans That G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra Was A Serious Action Film Marlon Wayans in Requiem For A Dream
Actor Marlon Wayans broke...
Wayans also starred in the 2009 action film G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra. The Stephen Sommers directorial was an adaptation of the popular comics of the same name and starred Channing Tatum and Wayans in lead roles. Due to Wayans’ reputation as a comic actor, fans were reportedly concerned that the film would not be a serious adaptation of the action comics.
Marlon Wayans Assured Fans That G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra Was A Serious Action Film Marlon Wayans in Requiem For A Dream
Actor Marlon Wayans broke...
- 2/15/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Actor and stand-up comedian Marlon Wayans is known for his sitcom, The Wayans Bros. and films like Little Man and White Chicks. The actor is also known for his appearances in the Scary Movie franchise. While known mostly for his comedic roles, the actor also tried his hand at drama with Darren Aronofsky’s harrowing drama, Requiem for a Dream.
One of the most interesting bits of trivia for the comic and actor was that he was signed onto play Robin in Tim Burton’s Batman Returns. The dark sequel to 1989’s Batman initially planned to introduce Robin to the franchise, and Wayans would have a larger role in the threequel. However, plans reportedly fell through, and Wayans never played the role.
Marlon Wayans Was Supposed To Play Robin in Batman Returns A still from Batman | Credits: Warner Bros.
Before Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy changed the superhero genre,...
One of the most interesting bits of trivia for the comic and actor was that he was signed onto play Robin in Tim Burton’s Batman Returns. The dark sequel to 1989’s Batman initially planned to introduce Robin to the franchise, and Wayans would have a larger role in the threequel. However, plans reportedly fell through, and Wayans never played the role.
Marlon Wayans Was Supposed To Play Robin in Batman Returns A still from Batman | Credits: Warner Bros.
Before Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy changed the superhero genre,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to have your soul put through the emotional equivalent of a meat grinder, then boy, do we have a list for you! Thanks to the collective masochism of the internet, we’ve scoured a popular Reddit thread where the biggest horror fans shared the films that left them feeling like they need a hug… or ten. From existential dread to narratives so bleak they’d make a goth smile, these movies are guaranteed to mess you up in the best way possible.
So, let’s dive into the abyss with these soul-crushing cinematic experiences that are anything but your typical jump-scare fest, and come with the horror-fan seal of approval! Or.. warning.
Dimension Films 1. The Mist (2007)
First up, The Mist blankets its audience in a thick fog of existential terror and human fragility. Directed by Frank Darabont and based on Stephen King’s novella,...
So, let’s dive into the abyss with these soul-crushing cinematic experiences that are anything but your typical jump-scare fest, and come with the horror-fan seal of approval! Or.. warning.
Dimension Films 1. The Mist (2007)
First up, The Mist blankets its audience in a thick fog of existential terror and human fragility. Directed by Frank Darabont and based on Stephen King’s novella,...
- 2/5/2024
- by Jonathan Dehaan
Writer, director and actor Bradley Cooper began working on “Maestro” years before the film went into pre-production. One person he turned to early on in that process was his collaborator on his directorial debut (“A Star is Born”), cinematographer Matthew Libatique.
On this episode of the award-winning Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, Libatique discusses his process for shooting one of the most emotional scenes in the film – the Thanksgiving scene where Felicia (Carey Mulligan) finally confronts her husband, Leonard Bernstein (Cooper) over his late nights away from home.
Listen below.
In prepping for “Maestro,” the Oscar-nominated Libatique tells Variety: “What Bradley wanted to do was crack the code on the makeup and how he was going to physically transform into Lenny and working with Kazu.”
The result was a 40-minute proof of concept where they shot actual scenes. It was through that process that Libatique learned about what lenses they liked and what format worked.
On this episode of the award-winning Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, Libatique discusses his process for shooting one of the most emotional scenes in the film – the Thanksgiving scene where Felicia (Carey Mulligan) finally confronts her husband, Leonard Bernstein (Cooper) over his late nights away from home.
Listen below.
In prepping for “Maestro,” the Oscar-nominated Libatique tells Variety: “What Bradley wanted to do was crack the code on the makeup and how he was going to physically transform into Lenny and working with Kazu.”
The result was a 40-minute proof of concept where they shot actual scenes. It was through that process that Libatique learned about what lenses they liked and what format worked.
- 2/2/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
David Schwimmer makes a bold choice with this ambitious, if not entirely seamless psychodrama. Starting out as a hyperactive life-in-crisis movie, like a more melancholy, introspective Fight Club, it swaps horses in midstream with a shocking twist that will likely alienate any viewers seduced by seeing the Friends star’s face on its promo imagery. Those willing to follow first-time director Jack Begert down the rabbit hole into the film’s surprising second half — which may seem completely unrelated at first, but soon reveals the film’s deeper themes of opioid use and the butterfly effects of addiction — will find it strangely satisfying.
In light of recent events involving Schwimmer’s former co-star Matthew Perry, Begert’s film has acquired an unintentionally meta level that, sadly, only underscores its main theme, which is the human cost of the pursuit of happiness in contemporary America. Schwimmer plays Martin Solomon, a screenwriter...
In light of recent events involving Schwimmer’s former co-star Matthew Perry, Begert’s film has acquired an unintentionally meta level that, sadly, only underscores its main theme, which is the human cost of the pursuit of happiness in contemporary America. Schwimmer plays Martin Solomon, a screenwriter...
- 2/1/2024
- by Damon Wise
- Deadline Film + TV
Maybe you’re vexed by the official description for Little Death, the debut feature from music-video director Jack Begert. Maybe you want to know more than, “A middle-aged filmmaker on the verge of a breakthrough. Two kids in search of a lost backpack. A small dog a long way from home.” Maybe you’re itching to search for a more detailed plot description.
Take my word for it: don’t.
The worst thing about Little Death, which Begert co-wrote with Dani Goffstein, is that the best things about it are all spoilers. Please excuse some vagueness in the interest of your best possible moviegoing experience.
David Schwimmer, fully leaning into the self-pitying act he honed as Ross Geller, plays Martin, the middle-aged filmmaker. Martin’s life is, as he tells his therapist, “meaningless.” A long-suffering TV writer, Martin’s finally got an autobiographical script in the works, but wokeism threatens his masterpiece.
Take my word for it: don’t.
The worst thing about Little Death, which Begert co-wrote with Dani Goffstein, is that the best things about it are all spoilers. Please excuse some vagueness in the interest of your best possible moviegoing experience.
David Schwimmer, fully leaning into the self-pitying act he honed as Ross Geller, plays Martin, the middle-aged filmmaker. Martin’s life is, as he tells his therapist, “meaningless.” A long-suffering TV writer, Martin’s finally got an autobiographical script in the works, but wokeism threatens his masterpiece.
- 1/30/2024
- by Lena Wilson
- The Film Stage
There’s a perplexing choice at the heart of “Little Death,” directed by Jack Begert, best known for his work in music videos. That choice is essentially to make two very different movies and smash them together. If you squint closely, you can see the thematic throughlines between them, both stories about addiction told through different prisms, but while one is grating, the other is deftly told. You just have to make it through the first to get to the one that is more elegantly executed.
Begert is primarily a music video director with credits like Olivia Rodrigo’s recent “get him back!” and Jack Harlow’s Fergie-sampling “First Class” under his belt. The hyperactive visual style of that genre is on full display in the first half of “Little Death,” which is narrated by a depressed, misogynistic television writer named Martin played by David Schwimmer and, eventually, Gaby Hoffmann,...
Begert is primarily a music video director with credits like Olivia Rodrigo’s recent “get him back!” and Jack Harlow’s Fergie-sampling “First Class” under his belt. The hyperactive visual style of that genre is on full display in the first half of “Little Death,” which is narrated by a depressed, misogynistic television writer named Martin played by David Schwimmer and, eventually, Gaby Hoffmann,...
- 1/25/2024
- by Esther Zuckerman
- Indiewire
With Jared Leto, the saying that “there is no great genius without a mixture of madness” is very accurate. He’s as talented as he is unorthodox, to say the least. He’s known for his complex persona and powerful performances. In fact, he constantly challenges himself and takes on a diverse range of roles in both film and television. Leto has been in movies and TV shows like My So-Called Life, Requiem for a Dream, and Suicide Squad. Needless to say, he’s a cocktail of talent. Between his charisma as frontman of a rock band and his method acting, here are some...
- 1/12/2024
- by jcmadrigali
- TVovermind.com
The American Film Institute has its sights set on Matthew Libatique.
The Oscar nominated cinematographer, who graduated from the institution in 1992, has been tapped to receive AFI’s Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal. It will be presented during the AFI Life Achievement Award tribute to Nicole Kidman at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on April 27.
The medal is awarded annually “to an alumnus of either the AFI Conservatory or the [AFI Directing Workshop for Women] who best embodies the qualities of the late director: talent, taste, dedication and commitment to quality filmmaking.” Schaffner, who died in 1989, won a best director Oscar for Patton in 1970. Recipients of the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal include David Lynch, Edward Zwick, Amy Heckerling, Terrence Malick, Darren Aronofsky, Patty Jenkins, Paul Schrader, Janusz Kamiński, Caleb Deschanel, Lesli Linka Glatter, Rachel Morrison, Melina Matsoukas, Siân Heder and others.
The honor comes as Libatique has earned raves for working on Bradley Cooper...
The Oscar nominated cinematographer, who graduated from the institution in 1992, has been tapped to receive AFI’s Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal. It will be presented during the AFI Life Achievement Award tribute to Nicole Kidman at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on April 27.
The medal is awarded annually “to an alumnus of either the AFI Conservatory or the [AFI Directing Workshop for Women] who best embodies the qualities of the late director: talent, taste, dedication and commitment to quality filmmaking.” Schaffner, who died in 1989, won a best director Oscar for Patton in 1970. Recipients of the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal include David Lynch, Edward Zwick, Amy Heckerling, Terrence Malick, Darren Aronofsky, Patty Jenkins, Paul Schrader, Janusz Kamiński, Caleb Deschanel, Lesli Linka Glatter, Rachel Morrison, Melina Matsoukas, Siân Heder and others.
The honor comes as Libatique has earned raves for working on Bradley Cooper...
- 1/9/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The holidays are upon us, which means it’s a great time to gather ’round your screen and catch up on the best movies. Fortunately, the list of new movies on Netflix in December is quite long, so you’ve got plenty to choose from. In fact, sometimes it feels like too much to choose from. With that in mind, we’ve put together a curated list of some of the best new movies streaming on Netflix this month, including new releases and throwback library titles — including the arrival of several DC movies. From awards contenders to would-be blockbusters, Netflix is debuting several of their biggest movies this month so there’s a lot to chose from.
Check out our picks for the best new movies on Netflix in December below.
May December (2023) Netflix
Available: Dec. 1
“Carol” and “Dark Waters” director Todd Haynes is back with another lush, haunting character piece in “May December.
Check out our picks for the best new movies on Netflix in December below.
May December (2023) Netflix
Available: Dec. 1
“Carol” and “Dark Waters” director Todd Haynes is back with another lush, haunting character piece in “May December.
- 12/29/2023
- by Haleigh Foutch, Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
First announced in 2021, The Craving, a brand new thriller from the minds behind The Taking of Deborah Logan, is in development at Netflix. We’ll track everything you need to know about The Craving, including the plot, cast news, production updates, and the Netflix release date.
The Craving is an upcoming Netflix Original thriller television series directed and co-written by Adam Robitel. Gavin Heffernan co-wrote the series alongside Robitel. The pair previously worked on horror movies The Taking of Deborah Logan and Paranormal Activity: Ghost Dimension. Robitel is most well known for directing both Escape Room movies.
Picture: Adam Robitel on the set of Escape Room – David Bloomer
Darren Aronofsky, the director of Black Swan, Mother, and Requiem for a Dream, is an executive producer of the series. Joining him are Gavin Heffernan and Elizabeth Gesas. Aronofsky’s production company, Protozoa Pictures, is the studio developing the series. Aronofsky previously...
The Craving is an upcoming Netflix Original thriller television series directed and co-written by Adam Robitel. Gavin Heffernan co-wrote the series alongside Robitel. The pair previously worked on horror movies The Taking of Deborah Logan and Paranormal Activity: Ghost Dimension. Robitel is most well known for directing both Escape Room movies.
Picture: Adam Robitel on the set of Escape Room – David Bloomer
Darren Aronofsky, the director of Black Swan, Mother, and Requiem for a Dream, is an executive producer of the series. Joining him are Gavin Heffernan and Elizabeth Gesas. Aronofsky’s production company, Protozoa Pictures, is the studio developing the series. Aronofsky previously...
- 12/20/2023
- by Jacob Robinson
- Whats-on-Netflix
If you didn't see it in theaters or want to experience it again from the comfort of your couch (and perhaps in the warm glow of the lights from your Christmas tree), The Exorcist: Believer is coming to Digital on December 1st and 4K Uhd, Blu-ray, and DVD on December 19th via Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, and we have a look at the cover art and full list of bonus features for the home media release, including a feature-length commentary with David Gordon Green, Ryan Turek, Peter Sattler, and Christopher Nelson:
Press Release: Universal City, California, November 27, 2023 – Discover what makes Blumhouse’s The Exorcist: Believer horrifying with never-before-seen bonus content available on Digital December 1, 2023, and 4K Uhd, Blu-rayTM and DVD on December 19, 2023, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The all-new bonus content with cast and filmmaker interviews gives a behind-the-scenes look at making the film, including editing an exorcism,...
Press Release: Universal City, California, November 27, 2023 – Discover what makes Blumhouse’s The Exorcist: Believer horrifying with never-before-seen bonus content available on Digital December 1, 2023, and 4K Uhd, Blu-rayTM and DVD on December 19, 2023, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The all-new bonus content with cast and filmmaker interviews gives a behind-the-scenes look at making the film, including editing an exorcism,...
- 11/30/2023
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Suzanne Shepherd, an actress known for playing mothers to key characters in Goodfellas and The Sopranos, has died. She was 89.
Shepherd died peacefully in her home in New York City early Friday morning, her agent told The Hollywood Reporter.
Shepherd appeared in 20 episodes of The Sopranos as Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Edie Falco’s Carmela Soprano, and played the mother of Lorraine Bracco’s Karen Hill in Goodfellas.
Sopranos actor Ray Abruzzo remembered Shepherd on Instagram, calling her “a force of nature.”
Her other credits include roles in movies like Mystic Pizza, Uncle Buck, Lolita, Requiem for a Dream, Living Out Loud and Working Girl and guest appearances in TV shows like Ed, Blue Bloods, Law & Order and Third Watch.
Shepherd’s last onscreen role was in 2023’s The Performance as Tess.
Born Oct. 31, 1934, Shepherd graduated from Bennington College and studied with Larry Arrick, Herbert Berghoff and Sanford Meisner...
Shepherd died peacefully in her home in New York City early Friday morning, her agent told The Hollywood Reporter.
Shepherd appeared in 20 episodes of The Sopranos as Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Edie Falco’s Carmela Soprano, and played the mother of Lorraine Bracco’s Karen Hill in Goodfellas.
Sopranos actor Ray Abruzzo remembered Shepherd on Instagram, calling her “a force of nature.”
Her other credits include roles in movies like Mystic Pizza, Uncle Buck, Lolita, Requiem for a Dream, Living Out Loud and Working Girl and guest appearances in TV shows like Ed, Blue Bloods, Law & Order and Third Watch.
Shepherd’s last onscreen role was in 2023’s The Performance as Tess.
Born Oct. 31, 1934, Shepherd graduated from Bennington College and studied with Larry Arrick, Herbert Berghoff and Sanford Meisner...
- 11/19/2023
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Suzanne Shepherd, best known for her roles in The Sopranos and Goodfellas, has died. She was 89.
The actress passed away Friday morning in her New York City home, her agent confirmed to our sister site Variety.
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Shepherd played Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Edie Falco’s Carmela Soprano, on the HBO crime drama The Sopranos between 2000 and 2007. Ray Abruzzo,...
The actress passed away Friday morning in her New York City home, her agent confirmed to our sister site Variety.
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Shepherd played Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Edie Falco’s Carmela Soprano, on the HBO crime drama The Sopranos between 2000 and 2007. Ray Abruzzo,...
- 11/19/2023
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
Suzanne Shepherd, who was best known for her roles in “Goodfellas” and “The Sopranos,” has died at the age of 89.
Shepherd’s death was announced by her friend Tom Titone, who wrote on Facebook, “Suzanne Shepherd passed away peacefully very early yesterday morning. She was 89 years old.”
Titone, who shared photos of Shepherd alongside his words, continued, “I took these photos a couple of years ago at her home on the Uws. Always the actress.
“I studied with Suzanne as a young actor. She saw in me what I could not yet see in myself. She introduced me to my husband. She was the officiant to our marriage under a beautiful gazebo in Central Park with a gathering of family and friends. For this, I will always be grateful.”
He finished, “She was a huge presence. A Big personality. She roared with life and at it. May she rest now.
Shepherd’s death was announced by her friend Tom Titone, who wrote on Facebook, “Suzanne Shepherd passed away peacefully very early yesterday morning. She was 89 years old.”
Titone, who shared photos of Shepherd alongside his words, continued, “I took these photos a couple of years ago at her home on the Uws. Always the actress.
“I studied with Suzanne as a young actor. She saw in me what I could not yet see in myself. She introduced me to my husband. She was the officiant to our marriage under a beautiful gazebo in Central Park with a gathering of family and friends. For this, I will always be grateful.”
He finished, “She was a huge presence. A Big personality. She roared with life and at it. May she rest now.
- 11/19/2023
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
Suzanne Shepherd, an actor known for her roles in “The Sopranos” and “Goodfellas,” died Friday morning in her home in New York City, her agent confirmed to Variety. She was 89.
Shepherd portrayed Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Carmela Soprano (Edie Falco), in HBO’s crime drama series “The Sopranos,” as well as the mother of Lorraine Bracco’s character Karen Hill in 1990’s “Goodfellas.” She also had roles in “Jacob’s Ladder” (1990), “Trees Lounge” (1996), “Lolita” (1997), “American Cuisine” (1998), “Living Out Loud” (1998), “Requiem for a Dream” (2000), “A Dirty Shame” (2004), “Harold” (2008), “The Week Of” (2018) and “The Performance” (2023), among other films.
Shepherd was born on Oct. 31, 1934. She made her acting debut in the 1988 romcom “Mystic Pizza,” starring Julia Roberts, and appeared in such films as “Working Girl,” “Uncle Buck” and “Second Sight” before working on Martin Scorsese’s “Goodfellas.”
On the television side, she guest-starred in “Law & Order,” “Third Watch,” “Ed,” “Blue Bloods,” “Deadline,...
Shepherd portrayed Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Carmela Soprano (Edie Falco), in HBO’s crime drama series “The Sopranos,” as well as the mother of Lorraine Bracco’s character Karen Hill in 1990’s “Goodfellas.” She also had roles in “Jacob’s Ladder” (1990), “Trees Lounge” (1996), “Lolita” (1997), “American Cuisine” (1998), “Living Out Loud” (1998), “Requiem for a Dream” (2000), “A Dirty Shame” (2004), “Harold” (2008), “The Week Of” (2018) and “The Performance” (2023), among other films.
Shepherd was born on Oct. 31, 1934. She made her acting debut in the 1988 romcom “Mystic Pizza,” starring Julia Roberts, and appeared in such films as “Working Girl,” “Uncle Buck” and “Second Sight” before working on Martin Scorsese’s “Goodfellas.”
On the television side, she guest-starred in “Law & Order,” “Third Watch,” “Ed,” “Blue Bloods,” “Deadline,...
- 11/19/2023
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
Goodfellas actress Suzanne Shepherd has died aged 89, her family has confirmed.
The veteran actress was best known for her roles in Martin Scorsese’s big screen hit about the mob, as well as The Sopranos on TV.
Fans were quick to pay tribute on social media, with one calling her “the go-to mother actress.” Sopranos star Ray Abruzzo also posted a tribute on Instagram, saying:
“Sad to hear of the passing of Suzanne Shepherd.
“A force of nature. Actress, teacher.”
Shepherd portrayed the mother of the character Karen Hill (played by Lorraine Bracco) in Goodfellas.
In The Sopranos, she played Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Carmela Soprano (played by actress Edie Falco).
Shepherd’s enjoyed a career of more than three decades, after her first role as Aunt Tweedy in 1988’s Mystic Pizza. She also featured in Requiem for a Dream, Uncle Buck and Lolita.
On TV, she appeared in...
The veteran actress was best known for her roles in Martin Scorsese’s big screen hit about the mob, as well as The Sopranos on TV.
Fans were quick to pay tribute on social media, with one calling her “the go-to mother actress.” Sopranos star Ray Abruzzo also posted a tribute on Instagram, saying:
“Sad to hear of the passing of Suzanne Shepherd.
“A force of nature. Actress, teacher.”
Shepherd portrayed the mother of the character Karen Hill (played by Lorraine Bracco) in Goodfellas.
In The Sopranos, she played Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Carmela Soprano (played by actress Edie Falco).
Shepherd’s enjoyed a career of more than three decades, after her first role as Aunt Tweedy in 1988’s Mystic Pizza. She also featured in Requiem for a Dream, Uncle Buck and Lolita.
On TV, she appeared in...
- 11/19/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Actress Suzanne Shepherd, who is known for ‘The Sopranos’ and ‘Goodfellas’ has died at the age of 89, after decades-long career in the acting industry. The death of the late actress is said to have been confirmed by a relative recently, reports Mirror.co.uk. A cause of death however hasn’t been reported.
Over the course of her career, Suzanne – who’s also credited as a theatre director and acting teacher – starred in numerous films and appeared in some TV shows. Her most recent credit is said to have been ‘The Performance’.
The Sun US reported earlier that Suzanne has died, with the news said to have been shared by her granddaughter Isabelle. The outlet stated that a cause of death was not provided and that the family didn’t detail a further statement.
As per Mirror.co.uk, Suzanne played the mother of Karen Hill (played by Lorraine Bracco...
Over the course of her career, Suzanne – who’s also credited as a theatre director and acting teacher – starred in numerous films and appeared in some TV shows. Her most recent credit is said to have been ‘The Performance’.
The Sun US reported earlier that Suzanne has died, with the news said to have been shared by her granddaughter Isabelle. The outlet stated that a cause of death was not provided and that the family didn’t detail a further statement.
As per Mirror.co.uk, Suzanne played the mother of Karen Hill (played by Lorraine Bracco...
- 11/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Suzanne Shepherd, who is known for ‘The Sopranos’ and ‘Goodfellas’ has died at the age of 89, after decades-long career in the acting industry. The death of the late actress is said to have been confirmed by a relative recently, reports Mirror.co.uk. A cause of death however hasn’t been reported.
Over the course of her career, Suzanne – who’s also credited as a theatre director and acting teacher – starred in numerous films and appeared in some TV shows. Her most recent credit is said to have been ‘The Performance’.
The Sun US reported earlier that Suzanne has died, with the news said to have been shared by her granddaughter Isabelle. The outlet stated that a cause of death was not provided and that the family didn’t detail a further statement.
As per Mirror.co.uk, Suzanne played the mother of Karen Hill (played by Lorraine Bracco...
Over the course of her career, Suzanne – who’s also credited as a theatre director and acting teacher – starred in numerous films and appeared in some TV shows. Her most recent credit is said to have been ‘The Performance’.
The Sun US reported earlier that Suzanne has died, with the news said to have been shared by her granddaughter Isabelle. The outlet stated that a cause of death was not provided and that the family didn’t detail a further statement.
As per Mirror.co.uk, Suzanne played the mother of Karen Hill (played by Lorraine Bracco...
- 11/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The Criterion Channel is closing the year out with a bang––they’ve announced their December lineup. Among the highlights are retrospectives on Yasujiro Ozu (featuring nearly 40 films!), Ousmane Sembène, Alfred Hitchcock (along with Kent Jones’ Hitchcock/Truffaut), and Parker Posey. Well-timed for the season is a holiday noir series that includes They Live By Night, Blast of Silence, Lady in the Lake, and more.
Other highlights are the recent restoration of Abel Gance’s La roue, an MGM Musicals series with introduction by Michael Koresky, Helena Wittmann’s riveting second feature Human Flowers of Flesh, the recent Sundance highlight The Mountains Are a Dream That Call To Me, the new restoration of The Cassandra Cat, Lynne Ramsay’s Morvern Callar, Wong Kar Wai’s The Grandmaster, and more.
See the lineup below and learn more here.
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, Terry Gilliam, 1988
An American in Paris, Vincente Minnelli,...
Other highlights are the recent restoration of Abel Gance’s La roue, an MGM Musicals series with introduction by Michael Koresky, Helena Wittmann’s riveting second feature Human Flowers of Flesh, the recent Sundance highlight The Mountains Are a Dream That Call To Me, the new restoration of The Cassandra Cat, Lynne Ramsay’s Morvern Callar, Wong Kar Wai’s The Grandmaster, and more.
See the lineup below and learn more here.
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, Terry Gilliam, 1988
An American in Paris, Vincente Minnelli,...
- 11/13/2023
- by Jordan Raup
- The Film Stage
Elon Musk‘s life is getting the movie treatment from A24.
On Friday (November 10), it was revealed that Darren Aronofsky is directing and producing a new movie about the 52-year-old SpaceX and Tesla CEO’s life, based on Walter Isaacson‘s authorized Elon Musk biography.
After the news was announced, Elon took to his social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to react.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Glad Darren is doing it. He is one of the best,” Elon wrote.
The Elon Musk biography was released this past September and details the tech CEO’s childhood, relationships, and business.
Darren‘s past work includes Requiem for a Dream, The Wrestler, Black Swan, Mother!, and The Whale.
If you missed it, Elon is being sued by one of his exes.
On Friday (November 10), it was revealed that Darren Aronofsky is directing and producing a new movie about the 52-year-old SpaceX and Tesla CEO’s life, based on Walter Isaacson‘s authorized Elon Musk biography.
After the news was announced, Elon took to his social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to react.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Glad Darren is doing it. He is one of the best,” Elon wrote.
The Elon Musk biography was released this past September and details the tech CEO’s childhood, relationships, and business.
Darren‘s past work includes Requiem for a Dream, The Wrestler, Black Swan, Mother!, and The Whale.
If you missed it, Elon is being sued by one of his exes.
- 11/10/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Elon Musk’s life will serve as the basis for an upcoming biopic currently in development at A24. The production and distribution firm known for its unusual storytelling approach will build the film on the foundation of Walter Isaacson’s 670-page authorized biography Elon Musk, released in September.
A24 has recruited Darren Aronofsky to direct the film, adding it to his list of dramatic and psychological movies, including his most recent film, The Whale, released last year. Aronofsky also helmed 2014’s Noah and 2010’s Black Swan, both of which followed...
A24 has recruited Darren Aronofsky to direct the film, adding it to his list of dramatic and psychological movies, including his most recent film, The Whale, released last year. Aronofsky also helmed 2014’s Noah and 2010’s Black Swan, both of which followed...
- 11/10/2023
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Prepare to see the back of Elon Musk’s head: Darren Aronofsky, director of “The Wrestler” and “Black Swan,” has lined up a biopic about the Tesla founder and Twitter re-namer as his next project.
A24 will back the film, the second straight collaboration between the Oscar-winning distributor (“Everything Everywhere All at Once”) and the “Requiem for a Dream” director. People familiar with the project confirmed the news Friday that was first reported by Puck.
The movie is to be based on the September release “Elon Musk” by Walter Isaacson, whose Steve Jobs biography was the basis of Danny Boyle’s Oscar-nominated “Jobs.” It will be the first straight biopic for Aronofsky, known for his darkly surreal tone and long tracking shots, filmed from behind his main characters as they walk through chaotic scenes.
More to come …
The post Elon Musk Biopic Lands at A24 With Darren Aronofsky to Direct appeared first on TheWrap.
A24 will back the film, the second straight collaboration between the Oscar-winning distributor (“Everything Everywhere All at Once”) and the “Requiem for a Dream” director. People familiar with the project confirmed the news Friday that was first reported by Puck.
The movie is to be based on the September release “Elon Musk” by Walter Isaacson, whose Steve Jobs biography was the basis of Danny Boyle’s Oscar-nominated “Jobs.” It will be the first straight biopic for Aronofsky, known for his darkly surreal tone and long tracking shots, filmed from behind his main characters as they walk through chaotic scenes.
More to come …
The post Elon Musk Biopic Lands at A24 With Darren Aronofsky to Direct appeared first on TheWrap.
- 11/10/2023
- by Josh Dickey
- The Wrap
Darren Aronofsky has lined up his next project: a biopic on the life of Elon Musk for A24.
A representative for A24 confirmed the project to IndieWire; it was originally reported by Puck. The film will be based on Walter Isaacson’s biography of the tech mogul and SpaceX CEO, published this past September. Isaacson’s 2011 biography of Steve Jobs inspired the 2015 Oscar-nominated film directed by Danny Boyle.
The Elon Musk biopic marks the “Requiem for a Dream” filmmaker’s second homegrown project at A24 after last year’s “The Whale” won Brendan Fraser the Oscar for Best Actor. Prior to “The Whale,” Aronofsky directed the provocative biblical allegory “mother!” for Paramount and, in 2011, received an Academy Award nomination for Best Director for Searchlight’s “Black Swan.” Most recently, Aronofsky directed the film “Postcards from Earth,” currently showing exclusively at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
It’s been just over...
A representative for A24 confirmed the project to IndieWire; it was originally reported by Puck. The film will be based on Walter Isaacson’s biography of the tech mogul and SpaceX CEO, published this past September. Isaacson’s 2011 biography of Steve Jobs inspired the 2015 Oscar-nominated film directed by Danny Boyle.
The Elon Musk biopic marks the “Requiem for a Dream” filmmaker’s second homegrown project at A24 after last year’s “The Whale” won Brendan Fraser the Oscar for Best Actor. Prior to “The Whale,” Aronofsky directed the provocative biblical allegory “mother!” for Paramount and, in 2011, received an Academy Award nomination for Best Director for Searchlight’s “Black Swan.” Most recently, Aronofsky directed the film “Postcards from Earth,” currently showing exclusively at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
It’s been just over...
- 11/10/2023
- by Ryan Lattanzio
- Indiewire
An Elon Musk biopic is in development at A24 with Darren Aronofsky on board to direct, Variety has confirmed.
Walter Isaacson’s authorized biography of the controversial tech mogul, which was published in September, will serve as the basis for the screenplay. Isaacson’s “Steve Jobs” book was previously adapted into the 2015 Universal film of the same name, starring Michael Fassbender as the Apple CEO.
Sources tell Variety that there was heated competition to option Isaacson’s book from studios and filmmakers alike, with A24 ultimately winning the bidding war. Aronofsky, who most recently directed last year’s Oscar contender “The Whale” starring Brendan Fraser, is known for his surreal filmmaking style, which often includes psychological elements. His past credits include “Requiem for a Dream” (2000), “Black Swan” (2010) and “Mother!” (2017). For his work on “Black Swan,” Aronofsky was nominated for the best director Oscar, while Portman ended up winning the best actress award.
Walter Isaacson’s authorized biography of the controversial tech mogul, which was published in September, will serve as the basis for the screenplay. Isaacson’s “Steve Jobs” book was previously adapted into the 2015 Universal film of the same name, starring Michael Fassbender as the Apple CEO.
Sources tell Variety that there was heated competition to option Isaacson’s book from studios and filmmakers alike, with A24 ultimately winning the bidding war. Aronofsky, who most recently directed last year’s Oscar contender “The Whale” starring Brendan Fraser, is known for his surreal filmmaking style, which often includes psychological elements. His past credits include “Requiem for a Dream” (2000), “Black Swan” (2010) and “Mother!” (2017). For his work on “Black Swan,” Aronofsky was nominated for the best director Oscar, while Portman ended up winning the best actress award.
- 11/10/2023
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Three film cinematographers will reveal secrets behind their projects when they join Gold Derby’s special “Meet the Experts” Q&a event with 2024 awards contenders. They will participate in two video discussions to premiere on Wednesday, November 15, at 6:00 p.m. Pt; 9:00 p.m. Et. We’ll have a one-on-one with our senior editor Marcus Dixon and a roundtable chat with all of the group together.
RSVP today to our entire ongoing contenders panel series by clicking here to book your free reservation. We’ll send you a reminder a few minutes before the start of the show.
American Fiction (MGM)
Synopsis: A novelist who is fed up with the establishment profiting from “Black” entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him to the heart of hypocrisy and the madness he claims to disdain.
Bio: Cristina Dunlap’s career has included “Am I Ok?,” “Blackalachia” and “Cha Cha Real Smooth.
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American Fiction (MGM)
Synopsis: A novelist who is fed up with the establishment profiting from “Black” entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him to the heart of hypocrisy and the madness he claims to disdain.
Bio: Cristina Dunlap’s career has included “Am I Ok?,” “Blackalachia” and “Cha Cha Real Smooth.
- 11/8/2023
- by Chris Beachum and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
There's no question that the moviegoing experience has changed since the "The Exorcist" became a landmark cultural event when it was released the day after Christmas in 1973. Anyone that waltzed right in to see "The Exorcist: Believer" in theaters this October would have been shocked by the long lines snaking around the block to see the controversial original when it took the world by storm almost 50 years ago. It's unlikely that any other film will ever match that particular watershed moment in horror ever again.
"The Exorcist" marked the first time a genre film had ever received an Oscar nomination for Best Picture. Notably, the entire production garnered 10 nominations, winning two for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Sound. In the decades since its release, "The Exorcist" has retained its well-deserved status as one of the scariest movies ever made, having left an indelible mark on generations of unassuming spectators that...
"The Exorcist" marked the first time a genre film had ever received an Oscar nomination for Best Picture. Notably, the entire production garnered 10 nominations, winning two for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Sound. In the decades since its release, "The Exorcist" has retained its well-deserved status as one of the scariest movies ever made, having left an indelible mark on generations of unassuming spectators that...
- 10/18/2023
- by Drew Tinnin
- Slash Film
“There are 500,000 gigabytes of data that we’re about to flood you with in the next 50 minutes. We don’t know what that’s going to do to someone’s brain.”
With those opening words to the 5,000-plus in attendance this past Friday night, acclaimed director Darren Aronofsky unveiled his new film “Postcard From Earth” at the new Las Vegas venue, the Sphere.
“Film” is the wrong word, of course, for this awe inspiring, spherical $2.3 billion new canvas that stands 366 feet tall and features the highest resolution LED screens on the planet, both inside and out. Rather, “Postcard From Earth” is a multi-sensory cinematic experience that breaks not just new ground, but every ground possible — just as the Sphere itself did when construction first began in 2019.
Aronofsky piloting the Sphere’s first “film” makes sense. After all, the auteur has made his deeply respected directorial name with bold experimentation and...
With those opening words to the 5,000-plus in attendance this past Friday night, acclaimed director Darren Aronofsky unveiled his new film “Postcard From Earth” at the new Las Vegas venue, the Sphere.
“Film” is the wrong word, of course, for this awe inspiring, spherical $2.3 billion new canvas that stands 366 feet tall and features the highest resolution LED screens on the planet, both inside and out. Rather, “Postcard From Earth” is a multi-sensory cinematic experience that breaks not just new ground, but every ground possible — just as the Sphere itself did when construction first began in 2019.
Aronofsky piloting the Sphere’s first “film” makes sense. After all, the auteur has made his deeply respected directorial name with bold experimentation and...
- 10/10/2023
- by Peter Csathy
- The Wrap
After a six-year run leading Miramax, CEO Bill Block is exiting the studio, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
Block’s contract at Miramax, co-owned by beIN Media Group and Paramount Global, expired this week and was not renewed. The executive started as CEO in April 2017.
The studio is looking to develop projects based on its own intellectual property rather than aiming to acquire projects, a source close to Miramax’s owners said. A search is underway for a new top executive.
Miramax, founded by Harvey and Bob Weinstein and then later purchased and sold by Disney, has largely been known in recent years for its expansive library of more than 700 films. However, since Block joined and its acquisition by BeIN and Paramount, the studio has tried to make a bigger push into producing and distribution with the relaunch of the Halloween franchise, as well as films such as The Gentleman,...
Block’s contract at Miramax, co-owned by beIN Media Group and Paramount Global, expired this week and was not renewed. The executive started as CEO in April 2017.
The studio is looking to develop projects based on its own intellectual property rather than aiming to acquire projects, a source close to Miramax’s owners said. A search is underway for a new top executive.
Miramax, founded by Harvey and Bob Weinstein and then later purchased and sold by Disney, has largely been known in recent years for its expansive library of more than 700 films. However, since Block joined and its acquisition by BeIN and Paramount, the studio has tried to make a bigger push into producing and distribution with the relaunch of the Halloween franchise, as well as films such as The Gentleman,...
- 10/2/2023
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In 2000, Darren Aronofsky released his sophomore feature film, Requiem for a Dream. Following on from the success of his underground hit, Pi, he stunned the cinematic world once again with his poignant story of drug abuse. The plot follows four people from Coney Island who have their existence thrown into turmoil as drug addiction takes over their lives. Requiem for a Dream launched the careers of many involved and quickly became a cult classic. With a blistering soundtrack that looms over the movie with sense of dread, Aronofsky’s drama hooks the viewer with its flawed but oddly relatable characters.
- 9/24/2023
- by Matthew C. F
- TVovermind.com
There’s much to celebrate this September thanks to Plex! The free streaming service is adding 23 new titles to its library of over 50,000 this month, and even though the list may seem short, especially compared to some of the major streamers’ lists, Plex is flexing its movie muscles with major titles such as “L.A. Confidential,” “The King of Comedy,” and more.
Check out The Streamable’s top picks for the coming month and the full list below!
Watch Now $0+ / month plex.tv What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Coming to Plex in September 2023? “Pi” | Friday, Sept. 1
Before “Requiem for a Dream,” “The Whale,” and the rest of his filmography, Darren Aronofsky made his feature directorial debut with the black-and-white psychological thriller “Pi.” Starring Sean Gullette, the film follows Max Cohen, a paranoid mathematician with an obsession to find order in the world amongst the diametrically opposed concepts of human irrationality and mathematical rationality.
Check out The Streamable’s top picks for the coming month and the full list below!
Watch Now $0+ / month plex.tv What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Coming to Plex in September 2023? “Pi” | Friday, Sept. 1
Before “Requiem for a Dream,” “The Whale,” and the rest of his filmography, Darren Aronofsky made his feature directorial debut with the black-and-white psychological thriller “Pi.” Starring Sean Gullette, the film follows Max Cohen, a paranoid mathematician with an obsession to find order in the world amongst the diametrically opposed concepts of human irrationality and mathematical rationality.
- 8/29/2023
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Hey there, fellow movie enthusiasts and fellow feelers of all things emotional. Get ready to ride a rollercoaster of heartache and tearful moments as we dive into the realm of the top 10 saddest movies ever made.
We all know that sometimes a good cry is just as therapeutic as a hearty laugh, and that’s exactly what we’re in for.
As someone who firmly believes in the power of a poignant story, I’m excited to guide you through these tear-jerking tales that have touched hearts and left a lasting impact on cinema.
From tragic dramas to heartrending romances, let’s dive into a world where emotions run high and the tears flow freely.
1 “Schindler’s List” (1993) – A Heartbreaking Tale of Humanity
“Schindler’s List” doesn’t just deliver a gut-wrenching historical narrative – it rips open wounds that can never truly heal.
Spielberg’s masterful direction and exceptional performances convey the...
We all know that sometimes a good cry is just as therapeutic as a hearty laugh, and that’s exactly what we’re in for.
As someone who firmly believes in the power of a poignant story, I’m excited to guide you through these tear-jerking tales that have touched hearts and left a lasting impact on cinema.
From tragic dramas to heartrending romances, let’s dive into a world where emotions run high and the tears flow freely.
1 “Schindler’s List” (1993) – A Heartbreaking Tale of Humanity
“Schindler’s List” doesn’t just deliver a gut-wrenching historical narrative – it rips open wounds that can never truly heal.
Spielberg’s masterful direction and exceptional performances convey the...
- 8/11/2023
- by Pia Vermaak
- buddytv.com
Los Angeles, Aug 5 (Ians) Actor Mark Margolis, who is known for ‘Scarface’ and ‘Breaking Bad’ has passed away at the age of 83.
The actor’s wife and son were by his side at the time.
Tributes have been pouring in for the late star, who appeared in some of the biggest films and TV series over recent decades, reports Mirror.co.uk.
Paying tribute to Mark, Robert Kolker, his manager since 2007, said: “He was one of a kind. We won’t see his likes again. He was a treasured client and a lifelong friend. I was lucky to know him.”
Mark is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Margolis, his son Morgan Margolis and his three grandchildren, Ben, Aiden and Henry Margolis.
As per Mirror.co.uk, the family plans to host a private funeral and memorial and as requesting donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in lieu of flowers.
The actor’s wife and son were by his side at the time.
Tributes have been pouring in for the late star, who appeared in some of the biggest films and TV series over recent decades, reports Mirror.co.uk.
Paying tribute to Mark, Robert Kolker, his manager since 2007, said: “He was one of a kind. We won’t see his likes again. He was a treasured client and a lifelong friend. I was lucky to know him.”
Mark is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Margolis, his son Morgan Margolis and his three grandchildren, Ben, Aiden and Henry Margolis.
As per Mirror.co.uk, the family plans to host a private funeral and memorial and as requesting donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in lieu of flowers.
- 8/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
It was announced this morning that beloved actor Mark Margolis had died at the age of 83. Although Margolis appeared in countless movies and TV shows, it’s safe to say that he’s best known for playing Hector Salamanca in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Many of the talent behind those shows have taken to social media to pay tribute to Mark Margolis, including Bryan Cranston and Bob Odenkirk.
Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston paid tribute to Mark Margolis on Instagram, saying, “I am very saddened today to learn of a friend’s passing. Mark Margolis was a really good actor and a lovely human being. Fun and engaging off the set, and (in the case of Breaking Bad and Your Honor) intimidating and frightening on set. His quiet energy belied his mischievous nature and curious mind… And he loved sharing a good joke. I miss him already. Rest now,...
Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston paid tribute to Mark Margolis on Instagram, saying, “I am very saddened today to learn of a friend’s passing. Mark Margolis was a really good actor and a lovely human being. Fun and engaging off the set, and (in the case of Breaking Bad and Your Honor) intimidating and frightening on set. His quiet energy belied his mischievous nature and curious mind… And he loved sharing a good joke. I miss him already. Rest now,...
- 8/4/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
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