‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is an upcoming Disney+ series set in the expansive Star Wars universe. The concept for the show emerged in 2019 after the premiere of ‘The Rise of Skywalker,’ with creator Leslye Headland expressing her passion for the franchise.
In April 2020, it was officially announced that Headland would be writing and show running a new Star Wars series focused on female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already begun, and it was expected to delve into a unique era within the Star Wars universe, distinct from other projects.
Initially, Headland described her pitch for the show as a blend of “Frozen meets Kill Bill,” drawing from various influences. Recently, producer Rayne Roberts detailed the pitch for SFX Magazine, disclosing that it resonated deeply with everyone present to the extent that tears were shed throughout the room.
Leslye said it was Frozen meets Kill Bill in Star Wars.
In April 2020, it was officially announced that Headland would be writing and show running a new Star Wars series focused on female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already begun, and it was expected to delve into a unique era within the Star Wars universe, distinct from other projects.
Initially, Headland described her pitch for the show as a blend of “Frozen meets Kill Bill,” drawing from various influences. Recently, producer Rayne Roberts detailed the pitch for SFX Magazine, disclosing that it resonated deeply with everyone present to the extent that tears were shed throughout the room.
Leslye said it was Frozen meets Kill Bill in Star Wars.
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is an upcoming TV show created for Disney+ and a part of a Star Wars franchise. The show has been discussed since 2019, the premiere of ‘The Rise of the Skywalker’ when Leslye Headland expressed interest in the franchise as a massive fan.
In April 2020, it was announced that Headland would be writing and show-running a new Star Wars series centered around female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already commenced, and it was anticipated to explore a distinct era within the Star Wars universe separate from other projects.
Originally, Headland revealed that she pitched the show as “Frozen meets Kill Bill,” something with a variety of influences, and now producer Rayne Roberts revealed for SFX Magazine how exactly that pitch looked like. Shockingly, he revealed that everyone was so touched by the show, the whole room cried.
Leslye said it was Frozen meets Kill Bill in Star Wars.
In April 2020, it was announced that Headland would be writing and show-running a new Star Wars series centered around female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already commenced, and it was anticipated to explore a distinct era within the Star Wars universe separate from other projects.
Originally, Headland revealed that she pitched the show as “Frozen meets Kill Bill,” something with a variety of influences, and now producer Rayne Roberts revealed for SFX Magazine how exactly that pitch looked like. Shockingly, he revealed that everyone was so touched by the show, the whole room cried.
Leslye said it was Frozen meets Kill Bill in Star Wars.
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
James Mangold has had an interesting filmography over the years venturing in various genres and not typecasting himself to a certain type of filmmaker. Films like Girl Interrupted, Walk the Line, 3:10 to Yuma, Logan, and Ford v Ferrari proved that Mangold could competently handle various genres with great relatability and emotional heft.
James Mangold most recently directed Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny
Mangold continued venturing into blockbuster studio filmmaking with 2023’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny which did not fare well. He is set to direct an upcoming Star Wars film and franchise producer Simon Emanuel seemingly revealed the film’s title. Ironically, the title has a striking resemblance to an important element of Dune, adding to the discourse of Star Wars being a Dune rip-off.
Possible Title of James Mangold’s Star Wars Film Is Too Similar to Dune‘s Giedi Prime Giedi Prime...
James Mangold most recently directed Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny
Mangold continued venturing into blockbuster studio filmmaking with 2023’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny which did not fare well. He is set to direct an upcoming Star Wars film and franchise producer Simon Emanuel seemingly revealed the film’s title. Ironically, the title has a striking resemblance to an important element of Dune, adding to the discourse of Star Wars being a Dune rip-off.
Possible Title of James Mangold’s Star Wars Film Is Too Similar to Dune‘s Giedi Prime Giedi Prime...
- 5/18/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Star Wars: James Mangold's First Jedi Movie May Have Just Got A New Title With Ties To The Last Jedi
During last April's Star Wars Celebration in London, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny director James Mangold confirmed plans to head into a Galaxy Far, Far Away to tell the story of the First Jedi.
While it's been revealed that this Star Wars movie will be set roughly 25,000 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, few updates have been shared since. That's likely because the Logan director is currently busy shooting his Bob Dylan biopic.
Talking to SFX (via SFFGazette.com), Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and The Acolyte producer Simon Emanuel potentially revealed a new title for a movie we've been referring to as Dawn of the Jedi.
"James Mangold's Jedi Prime is set thousands and thousands of years before [the original trilogy]," he said, "and I'm really excited to see what happens there."
Jedi Prime?
Not only is that a pretty cool name, but it may have major implications for the movie itself.
While it's been revealed that this Star Wars movie will be set roughly 25,000 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, few updates have been shared since. That's likely because the Logan director is currently busy shooting his Bob Dylan biopic.
Talking to SFX (via SFFGazette.com), Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and The Acolyte producer Simon Emanuel potentially revealed a new title for a movie we've been referring to as Dawn of the Jedi.
"James Mangold's Jedi Prime is set thousands and thousands of years before [the original trilogy]," he said, "and I'm really excited to see what happens there."
Jedi Prime?
Not only is that a pretty cool name, but it may have major implications for the movie itself.
- 5/18/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Star Wars: The Acolyte continues to intrigue and divide fans in equal measure. Despite that latter point, it looks set to be be a crucial chapter in the story of how the Sith returned to prominence before The Phantom Menace.
The Disney+ series reportedly takes place roughly 100 years before the events of that movie, meaning we're likely to meet Emperor Palpatine's Master, Darth Plagueis.
We've seen more than a few glimpses of a red lightsaber in recent promos for The Acolyte, and in an interview with SFX (via SFFGazette.com), executive producer Simon Emanuel revealed that he enlisted action designer Chris Clark Cowan to work on the show.
Why does that matter? Well, he was one of the key creatives behind Rogue One: A Star Wars Story's unforgettable Darth Vader hallway scene!
"I introduced Leslye [Headland] to a guy called Chris Clark Cowan, who was our action designer, and part...
The Disney+ series reportedly takes place roughly 100 years before the events of that movie, meaning we're likely to meet Emperor Palpatine's Master, Darth Plagueis.
We've seen more than a few glimpses of a red lightsaber in recent promos for The Acolyte, and in an interview with SFX (via SFFGazette.com), executive producer Simon Emanuel revealed that he enlisted action designer Chris Clark Cowan to work on the show.
Why does that matter? Well, he was one of the key creatives behind Rogue One: A Star Wars Story's unforgettable Darth Vader hallway scene!
"I introduced Leslye [Headland] to a guy called Chris Clark Cowan, who was our action designer, and part...
- 5/17/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Star Wars – one of the many phenomena that forever changed the landscape of pop culture in modern history – has brought us stories of unbridled joy, hope, love, friendship, camaraderie, candor, optimism in the face of utter loss, and resolution in the face of utter despair. And yet, there remain aspects of the narrative that are as mysterious today as they were 47 years ago.
After the first chapter of the story premiered with Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, George Lucas established a new dynasty belonging to new-age superheroes who defied the rules and boundaries of this universe to achieve heroic deeds that resound throughout the entire galaxy.
The Star Wars gang [Credit: Lucasfilm/20th Century Studios]Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, and Han Solo would then go on to be names that inspired indelible virtue, bravery, and strength of moral character for generations to come just as much as Darth Vader...
After the first chapter of the story premiered with Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, George Lucas established a new dynasty belonging to new-age superheroes who defied the rules and boundaries of this universe to achieve heroic deeds that resound throughout the entire galaxy.
The Star Wars gang [Credit: Lucasfilm/20th Century Studios]Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, and Han Solo would then go on to be names that inspired indelible virtue, bravery, and strength of moral character for generations to come just as much as Darth Vader...
- 5/17/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Rogue One is arguably one of the most appreciated Star Wars projects post the Original Trilogy. The spin-off released in 2016 explored how a band of Rebels stole the plans of the Death Star before the events of 1977’s Star Wars: A New Hope.
The Diego Luna film was very different in its style and tonality than the other projects in George Lucas’ space opera franchise. But the project was intended to be even more different, as the makers wanted to give importance to Saw Gerrera in the story.
Forest Whitaker as Saw Gerrera in a still from Rogue One I Lucasfilm
Saw Gerrera was first introduced in the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars before making his live-action debut with Rogue One. Forest Whitaker played the live-action version in the 2016 film.
Kathleen Kennedy regrets how Saw Gerrera was handled in Rogue One
The Star Wars fans must have noticed...
The Diego Luna film was very different in its style and tonality than the other projects in George Lucas’ space opera franchise. But the project was intended to be even more different, as the makers wanted to give importance to Saw Gerrera in the story.
Forest Whitaker as Saw Gerrera in a still from Rogue One I Lucasfilm
Saw Gerrera was first introduced in the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars before making his live-action debut with Rogue One. Forest Whitaker played the live-action version in the 2016 film.
Kathleen Kennedy regrets how Saw Gerrera was handled in Rogue One
The Star Wars fans must have noticed...
- 5/17/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
The John Wick franchise has, in addition to Keanu Reeves’ titular character, given fans multiple stellar characters to be nostalgic about. While the latest iteration ended with Wick seemingly dying at the steps of the Basilica of Sacré Coeur, Donnie Yen’s character has recently received a spinoff, which is set to continue the story of Caine.
Keanu Reeves in John Wick: Chapter 4. | Lionsgate
Yen played a blind assassin in John Wick: Chapter 4, with the spinoff expected to delve into his story following the events of the movie. Regardless, the actor also played an equally memorable role in the 206-released Rogue One, the first installment of the Star Wars anthology series. The movie saw Yen play another badass blind character in the form of Chirrut Imwe, a warrior who believes in the force, and arguably deserves his own spinoff, just like John Wick’s Caine.
Donnie Yen played the badass...
Keanu Reeves in John Wick: Chapter 4. | Lionsgate
Yen played a blind assassin in John Wick: Chapter 4, with the spinoff expected to delve into his story following the events of the movie. Regardless, the actor also played an equally memorable role in the 206-released Rogue One, the first installment of the Star Wars anthology series. The movie saw Yen play another badass blind character in the form of Chirrut Imwe, a warrior who believes in the force, and arguably deserves his own spinoff, just like John Wick’s Caine.
Donnie Yen played the badass...
- 5/17/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Anya Taylor-Joy in Furiosa: A Mad Max SagaImage: Warner Bros.
By and large, I’m not a fan of prequels. I prefer to relegate my “what ifs” to daydreams about the cinematic characters of note that live rent-free in my noggin. That’s because most often what is formally...
By and large, I’m not a fan of prequels. I prefer to relegate my “what ifs” to daydreams about the cinematic characters of note that live rent-free in my noggin. That’s because most often what is formally...
- 5/17/2024
- by Tara Bennett
- avclub.com
In October 2012, Disney dropped a bombshell, announcing their acquisition of Lucasfilm and the entire Star Wars universe. Along with that, they also revealed they’ve also snagged a treatment for Episodes VII-ix directly from the mastermind himself, George Lucas. Yet, amidst the chaos, it was the Star Wars fans who were confused the most.
George Lucas [Photo: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commons]As it wasn’t a secret that Lucas was content to bid farewell to Star Wars after Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. He had no intentions of making a seventh installment. Thus, this left room for many to speculate. And the questions raised: Did Lucas’ vision shape the new era of the saga, or did Disney chart a different course entirely?
George Lucas Didn’t Want to Make Star Wars: Episode VII!
Nearly a decade back, on CBS’ iconic 60 Minutes, host Lesley Stahl dropped a bombshell question on George Lucas.
George Lucas [Photo: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commons]As it wasn’t a secret that Lucas was content to bid farewell to Star Wars after Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. He had no intentions of making a seventh installment. Thus, this left room for many to speculate. And the questions raised: Did Lucas’ vision shape the new era of the saga, or did Disney chart a different course entirely?
George Lucas Didn’t Want to Make Star Wars: Episode VII!
Nearly a decade back, on CBS’ iconic 60 Minutes, host Lesley Stahl dropped a bombshell question on George Lucas.
- 5/17/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story almost gave fans a different ending, but at some point, changes had to happen to deliver the best treatment of the story. The creative team behind the film always intended to end the film with a bang, and that’s to kill off the entire Rebel team.
Felicity Jones in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
In the early days of drafting the script, the writers had a different idea where they concocted an alternate narrative. However, they seemed to fear that Disney might not like it because it might be too dark and gruesome.
Rogue One Was Supposed To Let Jyn Erso and Cassian And/Or Survive
Diego Luna and Felicity Jones in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Star Wars screenwriter Gary Whitta told Entertainment Weekly that they originally planned to kill off everyone in Rogue One, but some would have to survive.
Felicity Jones in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
In the early days of drafting the script, the writers had a different idea where they concocted an alternate narrative. However, they seemed to fear that Disney might not like it because it might be too dark and gruesome.
Rogue One Was Supposed To Let Jyn Erso and Cassian And/Or Survive
Diego Luna and Felicity Jones in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Star Wars screenwriter Gary Whitta told Entertainment Weekly that they originally planned to kill off everyone in Rogue One, but some would have to survive.
- 5/16/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
The John Wick universe continues to grow, with Donnie Yen to get his own spin-off. The film will continue the adventures of his character, Caine.
Keanu Reeves and Chad Stahelski, star and director of the popular John Wick series, may be taking a well-earned break from the franchise, but that isn’t stopping Lionsgate from finding ways to keep the good ship Wick on its journey to box office dollars.
There’s the TV prequel spin-off, The Continental, which has already released, not to mention Ballerina, the recently-delayed spin-off movie that will feature Ana de Armas as an assassin who looks to have graduated from the same killing school that taught John Wick himself.
Gird yourself for more stories from the John Wick universe, though, as it’s been announced by Lionsgate (thanks Dark Horizons) that Donnie Yen’s Caine character will also be getting a spin-off film. It will...
Keanu Reeves and Chad Stahelski, star and director of the popular John Wick series, may be taking a well-earned break from the franchise, but that isn’t stopping Lionsgate from finding ways to keep the good ship Wick on its journey to box office dollars.
There’s the TV prequel spin-off, The Continental, which has already released, not to mention Ballerina, the recently-delayed spin-off movie that will feature Ana de Armas as an assassin who looks to have graduated from the same killing school that taught John Wick himself.
Gird yourself for more stories from the John Wick universe, though, as it’s been announced by Lionsgate (thanks Dark Horizons) that Donnie Yen’s Caine character will also be getting a spin-off film. It will...
- 5/16/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
Photo credit: “Shutterstock.AI” Joining the Star Wars universe was a dream realized for Felicity Jones, although she acknowledged feeling a bit overwhelmed initially. Embracing the role in Rogue One involved entering a significant legacy, yet Jones’s deep love for the Star Wars galaxy and its ability to ignite imagination ultimately resulted in an unforgettable journey. (Click on the media bar below to hear Felicity Jones) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Felicity-Jones.mp3
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is streaming on Disney+.
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Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is streaming on Disney+.
The post From Oscar Nominee To Rebel Hero: Felicity Jones’ Journey To ‘Rogue One’ appeared first on Hollywood Outbreak.
- 5/15/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Director Gareth Edwards rose to prominence with the sci-fi film Monsters, before directing Godzilla. The latter laid the foundation for the Monsterverse, which is thriving even today. Edwards followed up that film by directing the first live-action spin-off Star Wars movie Rogue One, which became a critical and commercial success.
Gareth Edwards’ Rogue One is considered one of the best modern Star Wars films.
Given Edwards has worked with two of the most popular franchises of all time, fans were curious to learn whether the director applied some of his Godzilla learnings to Rogue One. In response, Edwards revealed the one mistake he made with Godzilla that held the film back, which he was determined to rectify at all costs with Rogue One. Here is what Edwards said about directing Rogue One.
Gareth Edwards Reveals One Godzilla Mistake He Rectified in Rogue One
Gareth Edwards focused more on concept design...
Gareth Edwards’ Rogue One is considered one of the best modern Star Wars films.
Given Edwards has worked with two of the most popular franchises of all time, fans were curious to learn whether the director applied some of his Godzilla learnings to Rogue One. In response, Edwards revealed the one mistake he made with Godzilla that held the film back, which he was determined to rectify at all costs with Rogue One. Here is what Edwards said about directing Rogue One.
Gareth Edwards Reveals One Godzilla Mistake He Rectified in Rogue One
Gareth Edwards focused more on concept design...
- 5/15/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Donnie Yen has inked a deal to reprise his role as Caine, the highly skilled, blind assassin introduced in John Wick: Chapter 4, in a new film from Lionsgate set to shoot in Hong Kong next year, the studio announced on Wednesday.
While the logline is being kept under wraps, the new film will continue Yen’s story arc following the events of Chapter 4, as Caine has been freed from his obligations to the High Table.
The new film was developed as part of Chad Stahelski’s recently announced deal with Lionsgate to oversee the expansion of the John Wick universe and will be shepherded by franchise producers Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee (John Wick: Chapters 1 through 4) for Thunder Road and Stahelski through his 87Eleven Entertainment banner.
Script is written by Robert Askins, the Tony-nominated writer of the play Hand to God, who has also worked...
While the logline is being kept under wraps, the new film will continue Yen’s story arc following the events of Chapter 4, as Caine has been freed from his obligations to the High Table.
The new film was developed as part of Chad Stahelski’s recently announced deal with Lionsgate to oversee the expansion of the John Wick universe and will be shepherded by franchise producers Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee (John Wick: Chapters 1 through 4) for Thunder Road and Stahelski through his 87Eleven Entertainment banner.
Script is written by Robert Askins, the Tony-nominated writer of the play Hand to God, who has also worked...
- 5/15/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Nearly a decade ago, Oscar-winning cinematographer Greig Fraser was hanging out at one of Roger and James Deakins’ famous barbecues when he was introduced to a French-Canadian man he didn’t immediately recognize. But as soon as he put a face to the name “Denis Villeneuve,” he instantly called to mind two of the filmmaker’s critically acclaimed Canadian films, Polytechnique (2009) and Incendies (2010), as well as his American debut, Prisoners (2013), that he shot with the co-host of that day’s festivities, Roger Deakins. So Fraser and Villeneuve got to know each other that day, before going their separate ways for a few years.
During the intervening time period, Fraser photographed a handful of projects including the first Star Wars spinoff film, Rogue One (2016), as well as the first live-action Star Wars series in The Mandalorian. And then, in 2018, Villeneuve reached out regarding the Dp position on his forthcoming adaptation of...
During the intervening time period, Fraser photographed a handful of projects including the first Star Wars spinoff film, Rogue One (2016), as well as the first live-action Star Wars series in The Mandalorian. And then, in 2018, Villeneuve reached out regarding the Dp position on his forthcoming adaptation of...
- 5/14/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
On May 4th, as part of the 2024 Podathan charity streaming event benefiting the Make-a-Wish Foundation, members of Lucasfilm's "Star Wars" story team Pablo Hidalgo and Matt Martin spoke to the hosts of the Full of Sith podcast. The show has been producing almost weekly episodes since 2013 and has covered plenty of "Star Wars" news, and Hidalgo and Martin, among others, have been frequent guests on the podcast over the years.
Hidalgo spoke to my co-host Holly Frey ("Stuff You Missed in History Class") in a wide-ranging interview about his work with Lucasfilm and on "Star Wars". As someone who is intimately involved with the storytelling process at Lucasfilm, Hidalgo elaborated on how that works and what he really does. He's been working at Lucasfilm for over 20 years and was on set for most of the prequels and was even in charge of the revolutionary web-cam that was on set for "Attack of the Clones.
Hidalgo spoke to my co-host Holly Frey ("Stuff You Missed in History Class") in a wide-ranging interview about his work with Lucasfilm and on "Star Wars". As someone who is intimately involved with the storytelling process at Lucasfilm, Hidalgo elaborated on how that works and what he really does. He's been working at Lucasfilm for over 20 years and was on set for most of the prequels and was even in charge of the revolutionary web-cam that was on set for "Attack of the Clones.
- 5/13/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Okay, we all loved the original Star Wars trilogy. George Lucas’ unique vision defined the space opera genre and gave us some epic movies that we will love for years to come. But remember when the Prequel Trilogy came out? Sure, by the time the Revenge of the Sith came out, fans were more satisfied with the story, but do you remember how much hate was directed towards Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace when it first came out? And it wasn’t just Jar-Jar Binks that people hated – it was the whole concept and many parts of the story.
Yours truly personally liked the Prequel Trilogy and we on Fiction Horizon are quite happy with how well the three movies aged, as fans have been starting to appreciate these movies more and more in recent years, especially after Disney’s Sequel Trilogy. In light of that, Variety...
Yours truly personally liked the Prequel Trilogy and we on Fiction Horizon are quite happy with how well the three movies aged, as fans have been starting to appreciate these movies more and more in recent years, especially after Disney’s Sequel Trilogy. In light of that, Variety...
- 5/12/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Darth Vader Wasn’t the Only Star Wars Character That Was Inspired by One of the Best Marvel Villains
Apart from real-life events and people, it is no secret that the huge world of fictional characters and stories often ends up being the inspiration behind other fictional worlds and characters. Whether the creators acknowledge it or not, several similarities can be found among different fictional characters from different fantasy worlds.
While the similarities do not diminish the fame and love for the characters, the similarities, whether intentional or not, establish a special connection between them.
Doctor Doom (Image: Marvel Comics)
And Marvel supervillain Doctor Doom seems to be a popular inspiration as far as George Lucas’ Star Wars mythos is concerned. Apart from being the alleged inspiration behind the iconic Darth Vader, there is another Star Wars character that seems like a rip-off of Doom.
Star Wars Character Inspired By Marvel’s Doctor Doom Commander Doom in a still from Clone Wars
The Star Wars universe may be huge,...
While the similarities do not diminish the fame and love for the characters, the similarities, whether intentional or not, establish a special connection between them.
Doctor Doom (Image: Marvel Comics)
And Marvel supervillain Doctor Doom seems to be a popular inspiration as far as George Lucas’ Star Wars mythos is concerned. Apart from being the alleged inspiration behind the iconic Darth Vader, there is another Star Wars character that seems like a rip-off of Doom.
Star Wars Character Inspired By Marvel’s Doctor Doom Commander Doom in a still from Clone Wars
The Star Wars universe may be huge,...
- 5/12/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen has been a part of many franchises. The actor played the role of Hannibal Lecter in NBC’s Hannibal, featured in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story as Galen Erso, and took over from Johnny Depp as Gellert Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore. He even recently joined the Indiana Jones franchise as Dr Jürgen Voller.
However, one of his most memorable roles has been his appearance as Kaecillius in Doctor Strange. The actor played the antagonist in the film which starred Benedict Cumberbatch in the titular. Mikkelsen was reportedly convinced by filmmaker Scott Derrickson to join the film without even reading the script with three magical words.
Doctor Strange Director Won Over Mads Mikkelsen With Just Three Words Mads Mikkelsen in Doctor Strange
Actor Mads Mikkelsen played the role of Kaecillius in Doctor Strange. The character was the film’s main antagonist, an...
However, one of his most memorable roles has been his appearance as Kaecillius in Doctor Strange. The actor played the antagonist in the film which starred Benedict Cumberbatch in the titular. Mikkelsen was reportedly convinced by filmmaker Scott Derrickson to join the film without even reading the script with three magical words.
Doctor Strange Director Won Over Mads Mikkelsen With Just Three Words Mads Mikkelsen in Doctor Strange
Actor Mads Mikkelsen played the role of Kaecillius in Doctor Strange. The character was the film’s main antagonist, an...
- 5/11/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Ever since Diego Luna initially showcased his talent as Cassian Andor in the Star Wars lore in the mid-2010s, fans have been nothing short of perplexed by his star-studded performances. Then came his titular solo show for his character by showrunner Tony Gilroy, and fans just knew for sure that they had found the most immaculate actor to join and lead the live-action Sw saga.
Diego Luna. | Credit: Dick Thomas Johnson/Wikimedia Commons.
But while that was that, Luna is once again winning hearts through his personal take on his character that he connects with showrunner Gilroy about, and how he should be portrayed on the screens. And, unarguably enough, his remarks on the same make him everything one needs to become the ultimate perfect heir to George Lucas’ legacy.
Diego Luna Shares His Visionary Thoughts on Star Wars Characters
While Diego Luna as an actor gives off some true pieces of excellence,...
Diego Luna. | Credit: Dick Thomas Johnson/Wikimedia Commons.
But while that was that, Luna is once again winning hearts through his personal take on his character that he connects with showrunner Gilroy about, and how he should be portrayed on the screens. And, unarguably enough, his remarks on the same make him everything one needs to become the ultimate perfect heir to George Lucas’ legacy.
Diego Luna Shares His Visionary Thoughts on Star Wars Characters
While Diego Luna as an actor gives off some true pieces of excellence,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
7 Cameos and Easter Eggs in Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3 - Main Image
Star Wars: The Bad Batch is a series that will keep you hooked. Each episode is a journey through the Star Wars universe, peppered with Easter eggs and surprise cameos that make it a must-watch for fans.
Season 3, in particular, has been rich with these callbacks and references, leaving audiences eager for more after the epic finale. Let's take a closer look and see what you might have missed in the latest season.
Star Wars: The Bad Bath Mentions Project Necromancer
In Season 3, Episode 3, we got a deeper dive into the sinister side of the Empire's machinations. Doctor Hemlock mentions Project Necromancer to Palpatine, a callback to The Mandalorian season three.
Hemlock elaborates on the project's aim to create clones with high M-counts, which, if successful, could give Palpatine the key to eternal life. This ties...
Star Wars: The Bad Batch is a series that will keep you hooked. Each episode is a journey through the Star Wars universe, peppered with Easter eggs and surprise cameos that make it a must-watch for fans.
Season 3, in particular, has been rich with these callbacks and references, leaving audiences eager for more after the epic finale. Let's take a closer look and see what you might have missed in the latest season.
Star Wars: The Bad Bath Mentions Project Necromancer
In Season 3, Episode 3, we got a deeper dive into the sinister side of the Empire's machinations. Doctor Hemlock mentions Project Necromancer to Palpatine, a callback to The Mandalorian season three.
Hemlock elaborates on the project's aim to create clones with high M-counts, which, if successful, could give Palpatine the key to eternal life. This ties...
- 5/10/2024
- EpicStream
Move over, Chris Pratt. The Lincoln Lawyer actor Manuel Garcia-Rulfo is a new leading man for Universal and Amblin’s latest Jurassic World movie. The next chapter in Universal’s dinosaur-run amock franchise already stars Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey, and Gareth Edwards is directing. Dinosaurs will rule the world again on July 2, 2025, when the film stomps into cinemas.
Edwards’s Jurassic World movie is a fresh start for the beloved franchise, with Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return. The next installment also leaves the original trilogy’s stars, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, in the rearview. David Koepp, who wrote Jurassic Park and The Lost World: Jurassic Park, is penning the screenplay. Other stars rumored to be up for roles are Dev Patel (Monkey Man) and Colman Domingo (Fear the Walking Dead), though nothing is confirmed.
While plot details remain a mystery, it...
Edwards’s Jurassic World movie is a fresh start for the beloved franchise, with Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard not expected to return. The next installment also leaves the original trilogy’s stars, Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, in the rearview. David Koepp, who wrote Jurassic Park and The Lost World: Jurassic Park, is penning the screenplay. Other stars rumored to be up for roles are Dev Patel (Monkey Man) and Colman Domingo (Fear the Walking Dead), though nothing is confirmed.
While plot details remain a mystery, it...
- 5/10/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
“The Lincoln Lawyer” star Manuel Garcia-Rulfo is in negotiations to star in the all-new “Jurassic World” film for Universal Pictures.
Garcia-Rulfo joins Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey in this next installment of the juggernaut franchise, which will be directed by Gareth Edwards (“Rogue One”). Original “Jurassic Park” and “The Lost World: Jurassic Park” screenwriter Kavid Koepp returns to pen the script for the all-new storyline.
The film, due out July 2, 2025, will be executive produced by Steven Spielberg through Amblin Entertainment. Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley will produce through Kennedy-Marshall.
Executive vice president of production development Sara Scott and creative executive of production development Jacqueline Garell will oversee the project for the studio.
The six-film franchise, which began with Spielberg’s 1993 original “Jurassic Park,” has earned more than $6 billion worldwide. The most recent movie, 2022’s “Jurassic World Dominion,” surpassed $1 billion worldwide.
Garcia-Rulfo will next be seen leading Netflix’s Spanish-language film...
Garcia-Rulfo joins Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey in this next installment of the juggernaut franchise, which will be directed by Gareth Edwards (“Rogue One”). Original “Jurassic Park” and “The Lost World: Jurassic Park” screenwriter Kavid Koepp returns to pen the script for the all-new storyline.
The film, due out July 2, 2025, will be executive produced by Steven Spielberg through Amblin Entertainment. Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley will produce through Kennedy-Marshall.
Executive vice president of production development Sara Scott and creative executive of production development Jacqueline Garell will oversee the project for the studio.
The six-film franchise, which began with Spielberg’s 1993 original “Jurassic Park,” has earned more than $6 billion worldwide. The most recent movie, 2022’s “Jurassic World Dominion,” surpassed $1 billion worldwide.
Garcia-Rulfo will next be seen leading Netflix’s Spanish-language film...
- 5/10/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
The legendary John Malkovich has joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Multiple trades are reporting that the Con Air and Being John Malkovich star has boarded Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four in an undisclosed role. This news follows the announcement that Paul Walter Houser has also joined the ensemble.
Details on his character are also being kept under wraps, but there's a lot of speculation that he might be playing the villainous Mole Man. As for Malkovich, there are several supporting parts that have yet to be announced, including Galactus (unlikely) and Doctor Franklin Storm.
Both actors join Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, aka Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby (Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning) as Sue Storm, aka the Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn (Stranger Things) as Johnny Storm, aka the Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, aka the Thing.
Julia Garner is also on board as the Shalla-Bal version of The Silver Surfer,...
Multiple trades are reporting that the Con Air and Being John Malkovich star has boarded Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four in an undisclosed role. This news follows the announcement that Paul Walter Houser has also joined the ensemble.
Details on his character are also being kept under wraps, but there's a lot of speculation that he might be playing the villainous Mole Man. As for Malkovich, there are several supporting parts that have yet to be announced, including Galactus (unlikely) and Doctor Franklin Storm.
Both actors join Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, aka Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby (Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning) as Sue Storm, aka the Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn (Stranger Things) as Johnny Storm, aka the Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, aka the Thing.
Julia Garner is also on board as the Shalla-Bal version of The Silver Surfer,...
- 5/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Exclusive: Award-winning Star Wars VFX veteran Joseph Kasparian, whose recent credits include The Mandalorian and Andor, is joining Montreal-based VFX studio Rodeo FX in the role of Executive Visual Effects Supervisor.
Highlights of Kasparian’s 27-year career include shaping the visual landscape of features such as Jurassic World, Warcraft and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Kasparian arrives at Rodeo FX from Hybride where he was Creative Vice-President and worked on every Star Wars movie and series since 2015, winning an Emmy in 2021 for his work on season two of The Mandalorian, and garnering a nomination for Rogue One prequel Andor.
“Constantly reinventing yourself is essential due to the evolution of technology. I’ve always been forward-thinking, looking ahead to what’s next. Rodeo feels like a natural progression for me,” said Kasparian.
“It goes beyond visual effects, it’s about entertainment as a whole and how I can share the...
Highlights of Kasparian’s 27-year career include shaping the visual landscape of features such as Jurassic World, Warcraft and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Kasparian arrives at Rodeo FX from Hybride where he was Creative Vice-President and worked on every Star Wars movie and series since 2015, winning an Emmy in 2021 for his work on season two of The Mandalorian, and garnering a nomination for Rogue One prequel Andor.
“Constantly reinventing yourself is essential due to the evolution of technology. I’ve always been forward-thinking, looking ahead to what’s next. Rodeo feels like a natural progression for me,” said Kasparian.
“It goes beyond visual effects, it’s about entertainment as a whole and how I can share the...
- 5/8/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
George Lucas’ Star Wars franchise features several iconic villains, including Darth Vader, whose presence was integral to the success of the original trilogy of films. As a result, when Lucas decided to work on the prequel trilogy, he wanted to create an antagonistic force that could rival the on-screen presence of Vader.
Darth Maul was first introduced in 1999’s The Phantom Menace.
As a result, Lucas created the fan-favorite character of Darth Maul, who was introduced in the first prequel trilogy film. However, Maul was killed off unceremoniously at the end of the film. Nonetheless, Lucas eventually regretted the decision to kill off such a beloved and fascinating character. Here is what George Lucas has said about Darth Maul’s creation and the decision to kill him off.
George Lucas Talks Creating Darth Maul to Replace Darth Vader For the Star Wars Prequels
George Lucas returned to write and direct...
Darth Maul was first introduced in 1999’s The Phantom Menace.
As a result, Lucas created the fan-favorite character of Darth Maul, who was introduced in the first prequel trilogy film. However, Maul was killed off unceremoniously at the end of the film. Nonetheless, Lucas eventually regretted the decision to kill off such a beloved and fascinating character. Here is what George Lucas has said about Darth Maul’s creation and the decision to kill him off.
George Lucas Talks Creating Darth Maul to Replace Darth Vader For the Star Wars Prequels
George Lucas returned to write and direct...
- 5/5/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Harrison Ford’s Han Solo is one of the most iconic parts of the Star Wars franchise. His story arc and his charisma have become defining characteristics for him, being a few of the many reasons why fans love him so much. Knowing how significant every part of his personality has become, it would be difficult for audiences to imagine anything else.
Harrison Ford as Han Solo in Star Wars: The Force Awakens (via Lucasfilm)
However, the original design for the character was a lot different. Not only was he first designed as an alien sidekick for Luke Skywalker, but he would have also never been involved with his beloved, Princess Leia.
Hulk or Han Solo?
Before fans got the first Star Wars film, it is safe to assume that the creator, George Lucas, had more than a few drafts that he had to scrap. Many characters may have been changed,...
Harrison Ford as Han Solo in Star Wars: The Force Awakens (via Lucasfilm)
However, the original design for the character was a lot different. Not only was he first designed as an alien sidekick for Luke Skywalker, but he would have also never been involved with his beloved, Princess Leia.
Hulk or Han Solo?
Before fans got the first Star Wars film, it is safe to assume that the creator, George Lucas, had more than a few drafts that he had to scrap. Many characters may have been changed,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
George Lucas is unarguably one of the best masters of science fiction storytelling, and the Star Wars saga only proves just how immensely talented he is. Not only has he created jaw-dropping storylines for this universe, but he has also introduced some of the most out-of-the-world characters. This also includes getting influenced by other universes and basing his own characters on them.
George Lucas. | Credit: Wikimedia Commons.
Surprisingly enough, Cad Bane, who is regarded as one of the most dangerous bounty hunters in this sci-fi universe, was created after Lucas was inspired by a character from Sergio Leone’s Dollars Trilogy. But what’s iconic is that this particular bounty hunter is actually based on Lee Van Cleef’s Angel Eyes, the enigmatic character from the Clint Eastwood-starrer trilogy.
George Lucas Based Cad Bane on Lee Van Cleef’s Angel Eyes?
As it so seems: Yes. Yes, he did.
George Lucas. | Credit: Wikimedia Commons.
Surprisingly enough, Cad Bane, who is regarded as one of the most dangerous bounty hunters in this sci-fi universe, was created after Lucas was inspired by a character from Sergio Leone’s Dollars Trilogy. But what’s iconic is that this particular bounty hunter is actually based on Lee Van Cleef’s Angel Eyes, the enigmatic character from the Clint Eastwood-starrer trilogy.
George Lucas Based Cad Bane on Lee Van Cleef’s Angel Eyes?
As it so seems: Yes. Yes, he did.
- 5/5/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The mastermind behind the massively fan-favorite Star Wars universe, George Lucas, never ceases to bring about the most epic of ideas to life. Be it ideas to include in his superhit lore or ideas to protect the same, he has most certainly been one of the most imaginative people to have ever walked on this planet. In fact, he even devised a plan to make his saga leak-proof!
George Lucas. | Credit: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commons.
While the rest of the franchises suffer brutally because of all the leaks — even the super-secretive Marvel Cinematic Universe, thanks to actors like Tom Holland — Lucas devised a leak-proof plan for the biggest spoiler in The Empire Strikes Back. And, surprisingly enough, this worked so terrifically that even the internet couldn’t spoil this mystery!
George Lucas’ Leak-Proof Plan for The Empire Strikes Back
Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back, which is...
George Lucas. | Credit: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commons.
While the rest of the franchises suffer brutally because of all the leaks — even the super-secretive Marvel Cinematic Universe, thanks to actors like Tom Holland — Lucas devised a leak-proof plan for the biggest spoiler in The Empire Strikes Back. And, surprisingly enough, this worked so terrifically that even the internet couldn’t spoil this mystery!
George Lucas’ Leak-Proof Plan for The Empire Strikes Back
Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back, which is...
- 5/5/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The Star Wars franchise has been around since 1977, but when it comes to the best Star Wars movie of all time, one would usually find Rogue One somewhere at the top of such a list. From its impressive visuals to offering a fresh perspective on the mythos, the movie had everything a fan needed.
A still from Rogue One (2016)
Directed by Gareth Edwards, the Welsh filmmaker received a ton of praise for his 2016 sci-fi epic. But unlike any other celebrity, Edwards does not want all of the credit. Instead, he hails George Lucas and his vision for giving him the opportunity to create such a brilliant film.
Gareth Edwards Credits George Lucas for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Star Wars creator George Lucas (Image: Joey Gannon | Wikimedia Commons)
A prequel to the first Star Wars movie, Rogue One tackles the events that happened a week before the events in the first film.
A still from Rogue One (2016)
Directed by Gareth Edwards, the Welsh filmmaker received a ton of praise for his 2016 sci-fi epic. But unlike any other celebrity, Edwards does not want all of the credit. Instead, he hails George Lucas and his vision for giving him the opportunity to create such a brilliant film.
Gareth Edwards Credits George Lucas for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Star Wars creator George Lucas (Image: Joey Gannon | Wikimedia Commons)
A prequel to the first Star Wars movie, Rogue One tackles the events that happened a week before the events in the first film.
- 5/5/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Godzilla director Gareth Edwards will now take the helm of Universal Pictures' latest Jurassic World movie, but David Leitch was briefly attached to direct before deciding to part ways with the project.
At the time, we were told that Leitch stepped away after coming to the realization that his "creative input would be minimal due to the project’s fast-tracked status," and the filmmaker has now elaborated on his reasons for bailing on the film.
“We have the privilege of choice and that’s daunting,” he explained during an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast. “And it’s true though, and we’ve kind of earned it, in terms of the movies that we’ve made and the successes they’ve had, and hopefully continued success, but to be asked to be in those worlds, you want to take those conversations seriously,...
At the time, we were told that Leitch stepped away after coming to the realization that his "creative input would be minimal due to the project’s fast-tracked status," and the filmmaker has now elaborated on his reasons for bailing on the film.
“We have the privilege of choice and that’s daunting,” he explained during an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast. “And it’s true though, and we’ve kind of earned it, in terms of the movies that we’ve made and the successes they’ve had, and hopefully continued success, but to be asked to be in those worlds, you want to take those conversations seriously,...
- 5/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Despite the manifold complications that arose during the acquisition of the Star Wars IP by Disney in 2019, one of the less complicated topics of conversation was George Lucas’ involvement in the franchise.
With the auteur seemingly retiring from the IP that he built from the ground up, it didn’t seem necessary to bring in Lucas on every creative, executive decision rolling out of Disney.
George Lucas [Photo: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commons]
However, there is an inherent decency in honoring the legacy of George Lucas and the universe of original stories and characters he built straight out of his imagination.
Despite the disrespect served by Disney with the Skywalker saga, the billion-dollar studio did seem to rally in Lucas’ favor after adopting one of his original ideas into some of their latest projects.
Dave Filoni Reveals George Lucas’ Ultimate Game Plan
George Lucas handed over the reins of Star Wars to Disney in...
With the auteur seemingly retiring from the IP that he built from the ground up, it didn’t seem necessary to bring in Lucas on every creative, executive decision rolling out of Disney.
George Lucas [Photo: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commons]
However, there is an inherent decency in honoring the legacy of George Lucas and the universe of original stories and characters he built straight out of his imagination.
Despite the disrespect served by Disney with the Skywalker saga, the billion-dollar studio did seem to rally in Lucas’ favor after adopting one of his original ideas into some of their latest projects.
Dave Filoni Reveals George Lucas’ Ultimate Game Plan
George Lucas handed over the reins of Star Wars to Disney in...
- 5/4/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
George Lucas, who established the Star Wars franchise with iconic films like A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back, has not been directly involved with the film series for over a decade. However, it has not refrained him from sharing his views, as the filmmaker openly expressed his disappointment with the lack of originality in the 2015 film The Force Awakens.
The Empire Strikes Back | Credit: Lucasfilm
However, there are still some projects that have not only captured his attention but have also received praise from the renowned filmmaker, such as the 2016 film Rogue One, as the screenwriter Tony Gilroy shared that Lucas had a lot of things to say about the film.
George Lucas Highly Praised Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Although George Lucas took his leave from the Star Wars franchise in 2012, it has definitely not stopped him from voicing his opinion about the following projects. While...
The Empire Strikes Back | Credit: Lucasfilm
However, there are still some projects that have not only captured his attention but have also received praise from the renowned filmmaker, such as the 2016 film Rogue One, as the screenwriter Tony Gilroy shared that Lucas had a lot of things to say about the film.
George Lucas Highly Praised Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Although George Lucas took his leave from the Star Wars franchise in 2012, it has definitely not stopped him from voicing his opinion about the following projects. While...
- 5/4/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
A half-century ago when George Lucas decided to make “Star Wars,” a core visual effects team was handed a sizable challenge: Figure out a believable way to transport audiences to a galaxy far, far away. Essential to that goal was the development of a new type of motion control camera system: built in a Van Nuys warehouse where the production filmed space-set scenes such as the climatic trench run.
Now fans in Southern California can see the historic Dykstraflex camera system, newly restored and in working order, on display at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures starting Saturday in recognition of May the 4th, aka Star Wars day. The system weighs 1,500 lbs. and will be demonstrated by VFX vets with a 14-foot track and studio scale replicas of the Millennium Falcon, which is five-feet long, and a 20-inch X-Wing fighter.
Looking back, Richard Edlund, a member of the core VFX...
Now fans in Southern California can see the historic Dykstraflex camera system, newly restored and in working order, on display at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures starting Saturday in recognition of May the 4th, aka Star Wars day. The system weighs 1,500 lbs. and will be demonstrated by VFX vets with a 14-foot track and studio scale replicas of the Millennium Falcon, which is five-feet long, and a 20-inch X-Wing fighter.
Looking back, Richard Edlund, a member of the core VFX...
- 5/4/2024
- by Carolyn Giardina
- Variety Film + TV
Bad Batch S3: The Switch from Project Necromancer to Stardust Explained - Main Image
Is Project Stardust the same as Project Necromancer in The Bad Batch? The third and final season sees Governor Tarkin relocating the funds of the latter project towards the former. But what's the big difference?
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch, so proceed with caution.
Is Project Stardust the Same As Project Necromancer?
Project Necromancer is what the entire three seasons of Star Wars: The Bad Batch has been all about.
With Doctor Royce Hemlock set on resurrecting Emperor Palpatine using Omega's M-count, the Clone Force 99 had all right to worry about saving Omega's life.
Not only is she a rare subject, but using her as a test experiment would mean losing her life for the Empire's purpose.
Thanks to the failure of Project Necromancer by the end...
Is Project Stardust the same as Project Necromancer in The Bad Batch? The third and final season sees Governor Tarkin relocating the funds of the latter project towards the former. But what's the big difference?
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch, so proceed with caution.
Is Project Stardust the Same As Project Necromancer?
Project Necromancer is what the entire three seasons of Star Wars: The Bad Batch has been all about.
With Doctor Royce Hemlock set on resurrecting Emperor Palpatine using Omega's M-count, the Clone Force 99 had all right to worry about saving Omega's life.
Not only is she a rare subject, but using her as a test experiment would mean losing her life for the Empire's purpose.
Thanks to the failure of Project Necromancer by the end...
- 5/3/2024
- EpicStream
As The Fantastic Four inches closer to production, the upcoming Marvel Studios reboot continues to round out its cast, and the latest addition is going to be a very busy man over the next couple of years.
After booking roles in Paramount’s Naked Gun reboot and New Line's Chris Farley biopic earlier this week, THR reports that Paul Walter Hauser has also signed on for a part in The Fantastic Four.
Details on his character are being kept under wraps, but there's already speculation that he might be playing the villainous Mole Man.
Hauser joins Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, aka Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby (Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning) as Sue Storm, aka the Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn (Stranger Things) as Johnny Storm, aka the Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, aka the Thing.
Julia Garner is also on board as the Shalla-Bal version of The Silver Surfer,...
After booking roles in Paramount’s Naked Gun reboot and New Line's Chris Farley biopic earlier this week, THR reports that Paul Walter Hauser has also signed on for a part in The Fantastic Four.
Details on his character are being kept under wraps, but there's already speculation that he might be playing the villainous Mole Man.
Hauser joins Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, aka Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby (Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning) as Sue Storm, aka the Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn (Stranger Things) as Johnny Storm, aka the Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, aka the Thing.
Julia Garner is also on board as the Shalla-Bal version of The Silver Surfer,...
- 5/2/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
20 Most Iconic Star Wars Characters of All Time - Main Image
When Star Wars debuted with A New Hope in 1977, it set the stage for a galaxy rich with complex characters, grand adventures, and epic battles. Over the decades, the franchise has introduced us to unforgettable characters that have captured our hearts, so narrowing it down to only 20 was challenging.
From droids to humans, these iconic characters have helped shape Star Wars into the ever-expanding universe it is today.
20. Jyn Erso
The courageous rebel from Rogue One who spearheaded the Rebel Alliance's mission to steal the Death Star plans. Daughter of the Death Star's architect, Jyn Erso's journey from outlaw to hero is a key chapter in the rebellion's history.
19. Ezra Bridger
The force-sensitive orphan from the animated series Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger, epitomises hope and resilience in a time of darkness. As he discovers his connection to the Force,...
When Star Wars debuted with A New Hope in 1977, it set the stage for a galaxy rich with complex characters, grand adventures, and epic battles. Over the decades, the franchise has introduced us to unforgettable characters that have captured our hearts, so narrowing it down to only 20 was challenging.
From droids to humans, these iconic characters have helped shape Star Wars into the ever-expanding universe it is today.
20. Jyn Erso
The courageous rebel from Rogue One who spearheaded the Rebel Alliance's mission to steal the Death Star plans. Daughter of the Death Star's architect, Jyn Erso's journey from outlaw to hero is a key chapter in the rebellion's history.
19. Ezra Bridger
The force-sensitive orphan from the animated series Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger, epitomises hope and resilience in a time of darkness. As he discovers his connection to the Force,...
- 5/2/2024
- EpicStream
This article contains spoilers for "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" season 3, episode 15, "The Cavalry Has Arrived."
"The Cavalry Has Arrived" is a fitting title for the end of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," the animated series that was as much a continuation of "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" as it was its own distinct show. Revolving around the genetically altered Clone Force 99, as first introduced in "The Clone Wars," "The Bad Batch" spent three seasons offering us a window into the plight of clones in the days and years following the creation of the Empire and how these particular clones were able to carve their niche in the galaxy. One of the key motivators for this group of former Republic special forces is Omega. She's a special clone and vital to the Emperor's plans to clone himself should something happen to him. Her blood seems to be the only sample...
"The Cavalry Has Arrived" is a fitting title for the end of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," the animated series that was as much a continuation of "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" as it was its own distinct show. Revolving around the genetically altered Clone Force 99, as first introduced in "The Clone Wars," "The Bad Batch" spent three seasons offering us a window into the plight of clones in the days and years following the creation of the Empire and how these particular clones were able to carve their niche in the galaxy. One of the key motivators for this group of former Republic special forces is Omega. She's a special clone and vital to the Emperor's plans to clone himself should something happen to him. Her blood seems to be the only sample...
- 5/1/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Famous for his brutal roles in The Quiet Man (1952), Rio Bravo (1959) and True Grit (1969), John Wayne got much recognition as the king of Westerns alongside Clint Eastwood. His movies became not only the best examples of the genre, but also one of the biggest sources of inspiration of the 20th century’s filmmakers.
In particular, Steven Spielberg, the giant of the industry, once confessed he revisits one of Wayne’s movies every time before he makes a new film of his own, as it’s much of a great value for the director. Indeed, the 1956 Western feature is quite unmissable.
The plot of the movie seems typical of the genre - it follows a Civil War veteran looking for his abducted relative. However, it’s not as simple as it may seem, as Ethan Edwards, the main character played by Wayne, has his niece Debbie stolen by the Comanches, whom he can’t bear,...
In particular, Steven Spielberg, the giant of the industry, once confessed he revisits one of Wayne’s movies every time before he makes a new film of his own, as it’s much of a great value for the director. Indeed, the 1956 Western feature is quite unmissable.
The plot of the movie seems typical of the genre - it follows a Civil War veteran looking for his abducted relative. However, it’s not as simple as it may seem, as Ethan Edwards, the main character played by Wayne, has his niece Debbie stolen by the Comanches, whom he can’t bear,...
- 4/27/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
In the 2022 miniseries, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Hayden Christensen, and Ewan McGregor reunited on screen for the first time since 2005 when their iconic characters locked horns once again. The series which is part of George Lucas’ cult Star Wars franchise, is set years after the events in Revenge of the Sith, and brings the titular Jedi Master face to face with his arch nemesis Darth Vader.
Hayden Christensen making an entry as Darth Vader in Obi-Wan Kenobi (image credit: LucasFilm)
Apart from many déjà vu moments from the various films, the series also brought back some memorable props, including the famous healing vessel called the bacta tank. Christensen who was required to get into this big water-filled vessel for his character, dispensed with a body double for the test run, and went through training to master the art of being underwater without the help of any breathing aids.
Hayden Christensen Did Not...
Hayden Christensen making an entry as Darth Vader in Obi-Wan Kenobi (image credit: LucasFilm)
Apart from many déjà vu moments from the various films, the series also brought back some memorable props, including the famous healing vessel called the bacta tank. Christensen who was required to get into this big water-filled vessel for his character, dispensed with a body double for the test run, and went through training to master the art of being underwater without the help of any breathing aids.
Hayden Christensen Did Not...
- 4/27/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
George Lucas Nearly Cast a Different Actor as Darth Vader Changing the Flow of the Franchise Forever
Darth Vader is undeniably one of the most iconic fictional characters, known for his menacing black suit and distinctive voice. Many other works of fiction and art make reference to the character, making it a familiar presence.
But, did you know that the role of Vader nearly went to a different actor? One who, at the time, might have been even more preferred than James Earl Jones given the circumstances?
During the late 1970s, while filming ‘A New Hope’ in London, David Prowse, who portrayed Darth Vader physically, delivered all of Vader’s lines from behind the mask. However, the mask muffled his speech, necessitating dubbing in post-production. Prowse initially expected to dub his own lines, but logistical issues and concerns about his accent prompted George Lucas to seek another voice. Lucas sought a deep, distinguished voice befitting the enigmatic Darth Vader. Ultimately, James Earl Jones, then a relatively unknown actor,...
But, did you know that the role of Vader nearly went to a different actor? One who, at the time, might have been even more preferred than James Earl Jones given the circumstances?
During the late 1970s, while filming ‘A New Hope’ in London, David Prowse, who portrayed Darth Vader physically, delivered all of Vader’s lines from behind the mask. However, the mask muffled his speech, necessitating dubbing in post-production. Prowse initially expected to dub his own lines, but logistical issues and concerns about his accent prompted George Lucas to seek another voice. Lucas sought a deep, distinguished voice befitting the enigmatic Darth Vader. Ultimately, James Earl Jones, then a relatively unknown actor,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Darth Vader is without a doubt one of the most iconic fictional characters, recognized by his ominous black suit and his voice. Plenty of other works of fiction and art reference the character, and it’s one of those references we can always easily spot.
But, did you know that the iconic role almost went to a completely different actor? The one that at the time would be perhaps even favored above James Earl Jones under the circumstances?
While filming ‘A New Hope’ in London during the late 1970s, David Prowse, the actor behind Darth Vader’s physical performance, spoke all of Vader’s lines from behind the mask. However, due to the mask muffling his speech, his lines had to be dubbed over in post-production. Prowse assumed he would do the dubbing himself, but logistical and accent concerns led George Lucas to search for another voice. Lucas sought a deep,...
But, did you know that the iconic role almost went to a completely different actor? The one that at the time would be perhaps even favored above James Earl Jones under the circumstances?
While filming ‘A New Hope’ in London during the late 1970s, David Prowse, the actor behind Darth Vader’s physical performance, spoke all of Vader’s lines from behind the mask. However, due to the mask muffling his speech, his lines had to be dubbed over in post-production. Prowse assumed he would do the dubbing himself, but logistical and accent concerns led George Lucas to search for another voice. Lucas sought a deep,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Greg Daniels and Michael Koman could return to The Office universe, with Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore (The White Lotus) as cast members of the proposed spinoff. Gleeson and Inpacciatore would be part of an ensemble for the project, which Deadline says is close to entering production. Plot details about The Office spinoff remain a mystery.
We know only a little about the project beyond its setting in The Office universe. Daniels wants fans to know it’s not a reboot, even though it takes place in the same arena as the Steve Carell-led mockumentary series focusing on the fictional Dunder Mifflin Paper Company employees. Daniels says the new show could feature a camera crew doing a documentary about a subject outside the day-to-day lives of office workers surviving the daily grind and their toxic boss.
Domhnall Gleeson launched his acting career in 2001 as a character named Byrne in an episode of Rebel Heart.
We know only a little about the project beyond its setting in The Office universe. Daniels wants fans to know it’s not a reboot, even though it takes place in the same arena as the Steve Carell-led mockumentary series focusing on the fictional Dunder Mifflin Paper Company employees. Daniels says the new show could feature a camera crew doing a documentary about a subject outside the day-to-day lives of office workers surviving the daily grind and their toxic boss.
Domhnall Gleeson launched his acting career in 2001 as a character named Byrne in an episode of Rebel Heart.
- 4/19/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Star Wars Outlaws will not be like any previous game that is set in a galaxy far, far away and it doesn’t share the DNA of EA and Respawn Entertainment’s Star Wars Jedi games. Players will take on the role of Kay Vess and explore the criminal underworld during the Galactic Civil War.
The game has the advantage and disadvantage of a looming shadow from the films, players will have certain expectations and the team behind it is leaning towards one specific film for reference.
Ubisoft Creative Director Reveals Which Films Inspired Star Wars Outlaws Star Wars Outlaws will take inspiration from several films from the original Star Wars trilogy.
In a recent interview, Julian Gerighty serves as the creative director for Ubisoft’s installment to the franchise and shared how the project and the idea of staying away from the known factions of the Star Wars universe came to fruition.
The game has the advantage and disadvantage of a looming shadow from the films, players will have certain expectations and the team behind it is leaning towards one specific film for reference.
Ubisoft Creative Director Reveals Which Films Inspired Star Wars Outlaws Star Wars Outlaws will take inspiration from several films from the original Star Wars trilogy.
In a recent interview, Julian Gerighty serves as the creative director for Ubisoft’s installment to the franchise and shared how the project and the idea of staying away from the known factions of the Star Wars universe came to fruition.
- 4/19/2024
- by Rouvin Josef Quirimit
- FandomWire
Finding acceptance in one’s own self is the first and most important part of redemption, which is the central theme in the recently released Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver, the second movie entry in Zack Snyder’s space opera franchise. Set in the fictional galactic empire centered on Motherworld, the first part of Netflix’s Rebel Moon 1 managed to draw viewers’ attention thanks to the narrative similarity it shared with Seven Samurai and Star Wars: Rogue One, uniting a ragtag group of warriors to stand against a cosmic dictatorship, but the lack of originality in Snyder’s vision made for a rather forgettable experience. Releasing shortly after the release of the first part, the sequel had a chance to expand the lore by utilizing the creative freedom provided to the makers, but it ends up venturing merely knee-deep into the past lives of the key characters showcased in...
- 4/19/2024
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
One Hundred Years of Solitude just released its trailer and the classic novel seems to have impressed an entirely new audience with its excellent story. While the hype around the show is fairly new, the book has been regarded as one of the most excellent literary works of all time.
The One Hundred Years of Solitude adaptation by Netflix
Gabriel García Márquez’s magnificent mind is to blame for this classic that withstood the test of time and has maintained its relevance for almost 60 years since its publishing. During this time, the novel has continued to hypnotize people from all walks of life, including those who reside inside the gates of Hollywood.
Suggested“I don’t one hundred percent know how to play this”: James Gandolfini Was Paid a Staggering Amount to Reject The Office Role After Steve Carell’s Exit
Before Netflix released the trailer, the popular culture icon,...
The One Hundred Years of Solitude adaptation by Netflix
Gabriel García Márquez’s magnificent mind is to blame for this classic that withstood the test of time and has maintained its relevance for almost 60 years since its publishing. During this time, the novel has continued to hypnotize people from all walks of life, including those who reside inside the gates of Hollywood.
Suggested“I don’t one hundred percent know how to play this”: James Gandolfini Was Paid a Staggering Amount to Reject The Office Role After Steve Carell’s Exit
Before Netflix released the trailer, the popular culture icon,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Riz Ahmed is now a Wes Anderson featured player.
The actor, last seen in Apple’s love drama Fingernails, has joined the roster of acclaimed auteur’s latest project, an untitled feature that is now shooting in Berlin.
Plot details are being kept in the breast pocket, but it is shaping up to be another ensemble piece with several of his usual cadre of artists.
Benicio Del Toro and Bill Murray are also on the call sheet for the project. The feature has a script from Anderson and Roman Coppola, who has worked on five of the filmmaker’s movies. Michael Cera, also cast in the picture, is among the other Anderson first-timers.
The project was at one point eying a fall 2023 start, but the twin strikes last year pushed the start of production.
The feature has no distributor at this stage, although Anderson’s previous outing, 2023’s Asteroid City,...
The actor, last seen in Apple’s love drama Fingernails, has joined the roster of acclaimed auteur’s latest project, an untitled feature that is now shooting in Berlin.
Plot details are being kept in the breast pocket, but it is shaping up to be another ensemble piece with several of his usual cadre of artists.
Benicio Del Toro and Bill Murray are also on the call sheet for the project. The feature has a script from Anderson and Roman Coppola, who has worked on five of the filmmaker’s movies. Michael Cera, also cast in the picture, is among the other Anderson first-timers.
The project was at one point eying a fall 2023 start, but the twin strikes last year pushed the start of production.
The feature has no distributor at this stage, although Anderson’s previous outing, 2023’s Asteroid City,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Universal and Amblin aren’t wasting any time revamping the dinosaur-centric “Jurassic World,” “Jurassic Park” franchise, as the two studios are looking to begin shooting the seventh film in the series. To be directed by Gareth Edwards (“Rogue One,” “The Creator”) and already starring Scarlett Johansson (“Black Widow,” “Marriage Story“), Deadline reports that Jonathan Bailey (“Bridgerton,” “Fellow Travelers”) is in early talks to join “Jurassic World 4,” which has been described as a soft reboot without any characters or actors from the other films expected to appear (although that could change).
Continue reading ‘Jurassic World 4’: ‘Bridgerton’ Star Jonathan Bailey To Join Scarlett Johansson In Universal’s Reboot at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Jurassic World 4’: ‘Bridgerton’ Star Jonathan Bailey To Join Scarlett Johansson In Universal’s Reboot at The Playlist.
- 4/16/2024
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
Creator Tony Gilroy provides an update on Andor season 2, and adds that it’s the biggest thing he’s ever worked on.
Two years after the terrific first season of Andor – a prequel series to 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story – the second and final season is set to stream on Disney+ later in 2024.
Filming on the show concluded in February, and since then, creator Tony Gilroy (who also writes and produces) has likely been busy with editing and other post production bits and pieces. Gilroy – who also worked on Rogue One following a fraught production – has managed to take a bit of time out from his work on the show to make an appearance at the Writers Guild of America East.
While there, he gave an update on where he’s up to with Andor and, as first reported by Games Radar, said that he and his collaborators are indeed ‘finishing’ season two.
Two years after the terrific first season of Andor – a prequel series to 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story – the second and final season is set to stream on Disney+ later in 2024.
Filming on the show concluded in February, and since then, creator Tony Gilroy (who also writes and produces) has likely been busy with editing and other post production bits and pieces. Gilroy – who also worked on Rogue One following a fraught production – has managed to take a bit of time out from his work on the show to make an appearance at the Writers Guild of America East.
While there, he gave an update on where he’s up to with Andor and, as first reported by Games Radar, said that he and his collaborators are indeed ‘finishing’ season two.
- 4/16/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
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