One of the most enigmatic actors out there, Johnny Depp had a somewhat modest start as a regular on the TV series “21 Jump Street,” Depp has put together a remarkably diverse collection of film roles, most of which have one thing in common — he is drawn to playing outcasts or people who are on the edges of society who go their own way — and going his own way is certainly something that’s been a hallmark of this much-awarded actor’s career.
In Depp’s almost four-decade (beginning with 1984’s “A Nightmare on Elm Street”), he has earned a remarkable 10 Golden Globe Award nominations, winning the Best Actor prize for the 2007 musical “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” That film also garnered Depp his third Academy Award nomination (along with 2003’s “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” and 2004’s “Finding Neverland”). Depp has...
In Depp’s almost four-decade (beginning with 1984’s “A Nightmare on Elm Street”), he has earned a remarkable 10 Golden Globe Award nominations, winning the Best Actor prize for the 2007 musical “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” That film also garnered Depp his third Academy Award nomination (along with 2003’s “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” and 2004’s “Finding Neverland”). Depp has...
- 5/31/2024
- by Tom O'Brien, Misty Holland and Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
A decade ago, director James Ward Byrkit brought us a surreal, Twilight Zone-ish sci-fi thriller called Coherence (watch it Here), which JoBlo’s own Eric Walkuski gave an 8/10 review you can read at This Link. Now Deadline has revealed that Byrkit and It’s What’s Inside producer Kate Andrews are teaming up to develop a follow-up of some sort to Coherence! As Deadline notes, “Plot details are being kept under lock and key — including whether the new film will be a prequel, sequel, or a different story entirely.”
Byrkit crafted the story for the first film with Alex Manugian, coming up with the following set-up: Eight friends at a dinner party experience a troubling chain of events due to the malevolent influence of a passing comet.
Coherence starred Emily Foxler, who now goes by Emily Baldoni (Five Feet Apart), Maury Sterling (Smokin’ Aces), Nicholas Brendon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Seeking a Friend for the End of the World...
Byrkit crafted the story for the first film with Alex Manugian, coming up with the following set-up: Eight friends at a dinner party experience a troubling chain of events due to the malevolent influence of a passing comet.
Coherence starred Emily Foxler, who now goes by Emily Baldoni (Five Feet Apart), Maury Sterling (Smokin’ Aces), Nicholas Brendon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Seeking a Friend for the End of the World...
- 5/31/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Veteran producer Jerry Bruckheimer talks to us about his latest film, Young Woman And The Sea, and the long process of getting it made.
Some movies descend into the ninth circle of development hell and never return, but Young Woman And The Sea, at least, has a happy ending. Having begun life in 2015 at Paramount Pictures, the project – about real-world swimmer Gertrude Ederle and her 1926 attempt to swim the English Channel – was put into turnaround five years later.
By 2020, the production had lost its original star, Lily James, but producer Jerry Bruckheimer doggedly continued to try to get it made, eventually striking a deal with Walt Disney Pictures. There, it was originally intended as fodder for the Mouse House’s Disney+ streaming service, yet the film director Joachim Rønning came back with was so impressive that Disney executives decided to give it a limited cinema release.
All of which led...
Some movies descend into the ninth circle of development hell and never return, but Young Woman And The Sea, at least, has a happy ending. Having begun life in 2015 at Paramount Pictures, the project – about real-world swimmer Gertrude Ederle and her 1926 attempt to swim the English Channel – was put into turnaround five years later.
By 2020, the production had lost its original star, Lily James, but producer Jerry Bruckheimer doggedly continued to try to get it made, eventually striking a deal with Walt Disney Pictures. There, it was originally intended as fodder for the Mouse House’s Disney+ streaming service, yet the film director Joachim Rønning came back with was so impressive that Disney executives decided to give it a limited cinema release.
All of which led...
- 5/31/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
There was a time when Disney made ideal family movies that weren’t animated, or live action reboots of animated films. In fact, there was a time when Walt Disney would take on original live action true stories designed for the whole family to enjoy.
Now, thanks to the efforts of director Joachim Ronning and mega-producer Jerry Bruckheimer’s clout and dedication, the studio has an echo of its past with Young Woman And The Sea, the true biopic and inspiring saga of Trudy Ederle.
In 1926, she became the first woman to swim the English Channel from France to England. Ederle’s remarkable achievement has nearly been forgotten and overlooked in the 100 years since it happened. But thanks to Glenn Stout’s 2009 book, Young Woman And The Sea: How Trudy Ederle Conquered The English Channel And Inspired The World, and A-List screenwriter Jeff Nathanson who discovered the book while rummaging through a bookstore one day and was convinced it would be a great film, the movie’s long journey to the screen is a successful one.
It still took years even for Bruckheimer to convince Disney to make it, and it is getting only a limited theatrical release before streaming. But hopefully, the inevitable word of mouth for this crowd-pleaser will make it more than limited. This is a big screen film that deserves to be seen with an audience, and not lost in the streaming larder. It also proves that they do make ’em like they used to, at least occasionally.
Basically following the linear story of Trudy (Olive Abercrombie plays the young Trudy), we see her early family life, and then her desire to make a difference for girls. The place she could do that was in the pool, an effort supported by her mother (Jeanette Hain), who knew from a previous ocean tragedy that learning to swim was important for her kids. That not only went for Trudy (Daisy Ridley), but also her older sister Meg (Tilda Cobham-Hervey), who would go on to become her sister’s biggest supporter, even on the boat that accompanied Trudy as she took on the English Channel.
Before that happened in 1926, Trudy would triumph and win a gold medal at the 1924 Paris Olympics. But taking on this task thought only possible for the male-dominated society of the time was something she became determined to do. It is no spoiler to say that indeed, on her second try, she did it even when it appeared she might be dead towards the end of the journey when she got lost in the darkness and separated from those keeping track of her. And in so doing this unheard-of feat, Trudy, who was partially deaf due to a childhood illness, beat previous male records by nearly two hours at 14 hours and 31 minutes (it held for 35 years), and this New York native got the largest victory parade ever in the history of the city. Ever.
But the crux of the story is seeing the perseverance it took to achieve this milestone, a belief that you never give up. Ridley simply embodies that spirit of this young woman (who eventually went deaf and died in 2003 at age 98) and delivers a memorable performance, including complete authenticity in her quest. Cobham-Hervey is excellent as well, and the parents are nicely played by Kim Bodnia as Henry, a dedicated German-born butcher and father who feared for his daughter, but then became a #1 fan, and especially by Hain, superb as the wise and determined mother, Gertrude, with a mind of her own and the will to do what is best for her family.
Stephen Graham is excellent and a lot of fun as the most unlikely of coaches, a man who, in 1911, became the second person to swim the Channel, and now is key to helping Trudy make history.
As you might expect with a Bruckheimer production, it looks magnificent, with excellent cinematography both above and below the waves (Oscar Faura was the Dp), production design from Nora Takacs Ekberg, and a sweeping score by Amelia Warner. Pulling all this off with so many water scenes could not have been easy, but Ronning, well-versed in water from Kon-Tiki and Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (which he did for Bruckheimer) was clearly the right choice for the job. It looks sensational.
Producers are Bruckheimer, Nathanson, and Chad Oman.
Title: Young Woman And The Sea
Distributor: Walt Disney Studios
Release Date: May 31, 2024
Director: Joachim Ronning
Screenplay: Jeff Nathanson
Cast: Daisy Ridley, Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Stephen Graham, Kim Bodnia, Jeanette Hain, Christopher Eccleston, Glenn Fleshler, Sian Clifford, Olive Abercrombie
Rating: PG
Running Time: 2 Hours and 9 Minutes...
Now, thanks to the efforts of director Joachim Ronning and mega-producer Jerry Bruckheimer’s clout and dedication, the studio has an echo of its past with Young Woman And The Sea, the true biopic and inspiring saga of Trudy Ederle.
In 1926, she became the first woman to swim the English Channel from France to England. Ederle’s remarkable achievement has nearly been forgotten and overlooked in the 100 years since it happened. But thanks to Glenn Stout’s 2009 book, Young Woman And The Sea: How Trudy Ederle Conquered The English Channel And Inspired The World, and A-List screenwriter Jeff Nathanson who discovered the book while rummaging through a bookstore one day and was convinced it would be a great film, the movie’s long journey to the screen is a successful one.
It still took years even for Bruckheimer to convince Disney to make it, and it is getting only a limited theatrical release before streaming. But hopefully, the inevitable word of mouth for this crowd-pleaser will make it more than limited. This is a big screen film that deserves to be seen with an audience, and not lost in the streaming larder. It also proves that they do make ’em like they used to, at least occasionally.
Basically following the linear story of Trudy (Olive Abercrombie plays the young Trudy), we see her early family life, and then her desire to make a difference for girls. The place she could do that was in the pool, an effort supported by her mother (Jeanette Hain), who knew from a previous ocean tragedy that learning to swim was important for her kids. That not only went for Trudy (Daisy Ridley), but also her older sister Meg (Tilda Cobham-Hervey), who would go on to become her sister’s biggest supporter, even on the boat that accompanied Trudy as she took on the English Channel.
Before that happened in 1926, Trudy would triumph and win a gold medal at the 1924 Paris Olympics. But taking on this task thought only possible for the male-dominated society of the time was something she became determined to do. It is no spoiler to say that indeed, on her second try, she did it even when it appeared she might be dead towards the end of the journey when she got lost in the darkness and separated from those keeping track of her. And in so doing this unheard-of feat, Trudy, who was partially deaf due to a childhood illness, beat previous male records by nearly two hours at 14 hours and 31 minutes (it held for 35 years), and this New York native got the largest victory parade ever in the history of the city. Ever.
But the crux of the story is seeing the perseverance it took to achieve this milestone, a belief that you never give up. Ridley simply embodies that spirit of this young woman (who eventually went deaf and died in 2003 at age 98) and delivers a memorable performance, including complete authenticity in her quest. Cobham-Hervey is excellent as well, and the parents are nicely played by Kim Bodnia as Henry, a dedicated German-born butcher and father who feared for his daughter, but then became a #1 fan, and especially by Hain, superb as the wise and determined mother, Gertrude, with a mind of her own and the will to do what is best for her family.
Stephen Graham is excellent and a lot of fun as the most unlikely of coaches, a man who, in 1911, became the second person to swim the Channel, and now is key to helping Trudy make history.
As you might expect with a Bruckheimer production, it looks magnificent, with excellent cinematography both above and below the waves (Oscar Faura was the Dp), production design from Nora Takacs Ekberg, and a sweeping score by Amelia Warner. Pulling all this off with so many water scenes could not have been easy, but Ronning, well-versed in water from Kon-Tiki and Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (which he did for Bruckheimer) was clearly the right choice for the job. It looks sensational.
Producers are Bruckheimer, Nathanson, and Chad Oman.
Title: Young Woman And The Sea
Distributor: Walt Disney Studios
Release Date: May 31, 2024
Director: Joachim Ronning
Screenplay: Jeff Nathanson
Cast: Daisy Ridley, Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Stephen Graham, Kim Bodnia, Jeanette Hain, Christopher Eccleston, Glenn Fleshler, Sian Clifford, Olive Abercrombie
Rating: PG
Running Time: 2 Hours and 9 Minutes...
- 5/31/2024
- by Pete Hammond
- Deadline Film + TV
Despite Nicolas Cage’s vehement remarks about not being game for a National Treasure 3, director Jon Turteltaub is confident the project is happening, with the original cast along for the ride. Speaking with the National Treasure Hunt podcast, Turteltaub said he’s “100%” confident the sequel could happen with the original cast intact, including Cage, but they’ll need to act fast to get it made.
“100%. … We do have to hurry because people are both getting older and less interested and lives are changing and all that. And the world changes,” Turteltaub explained to the National Treasure Hunt podcast. “Our culture is changing. A lot. Since the first movie was made. Socially, certainly politically, and definitely, our language, and different cultural changes we’ve had. And you’ve got to make sure you’re in touch with all that and moving with it, and doing things the right way. … It...
“100%. … We do have to hurry because people are both getting older and less interested and lives are changing and all that. And the world changes,” Turteltaub explained to the National Treasure Hunt podcast. “Our culture is changing. A lot. Since the first movie was made. Socially, certainly politically, and definitely, our language, and different cultural changes we’ve had. And you’ve got to make sure you’re in touch with all that and moving with it, and doing things the right way. … It...
- 5/30/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Well, it’s the entertainment industry where interactions often become an instant viral sensation. For example, last year, we witnessed a moment of miscommunication that actually sent ripples through social media. Amber Heard’s friend, supermodel Cara Delevingne, found herself amidst a storm of controversy for what many saw as a rude reply to Formula One legend Martin Brundle during a pre-race grid walk.
Cara Delevingne in Paper Towns | 20th Century Fox
However, could it be that Delevingne was unfairly judged? Brundle, known for his candid grid interviews, approached the London-born model for a “quick chat”. Although she politely excused herself, citing her inability to “hear anything”, the internet backlash was swift and severe.
But was this really a snub, or simply a misunderstanding amplified by the roar of the Grand Prix atmosphere?
Cara Delevingne’s ‘Not to Sweet’ Encounter with Martin Brundle
In the fast-paced world of Formula One,...
Cara Delevingne in Paper Towns | 20th Century Fox
However, could it be that Delevingne was unfairly judged? Brundle, known for his candid grid interviews, approached the London-born model for a “quick chat”. Although she politely excused herself, citing her inability to “hear anything”, the internet backlash was swift and severe.
But was this really a snub, or simply a misunderstanding amplified by the roar of the Grand Prix atmosphere?
Cara Delevingne’s ‘Not to Sweet’ Encounter with Martin Brundle
In the fast-paced world of Formula One,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Here There Be Monsters | Pirates 5 director’s sci-fi film inspired by The Thing and Jaws (exclusive)
Director Joachim Rønning talks exclusively to us about his original sci-fi project, Here There Be Monsters, which will be a nautical take on Jaws and The Thing.
First announced in 2018, Here There Be Monsters was billed as an original sci-fi project co-written by Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales co-director Joachim Rønning. At the time, little was revealed about its plot beyond it being a genre film set at sea.
Speaking to Film Stories ahead of the release of his latest movie, the period biopic Young Woman And The Sea, however, Rønning has revealed a telling new detail about Here There Be Monsters. Confirming that it’ll be set at sea – something of a signature location for the Norwegian filmmaker – Rønning added that it’s inspired by a couple of monster movies you might have heard of.
“As a filmmaker, you have to be developing many projects,...
First announced in 2018, Here There Be Monsters was billed as an original sci-fi project co-written by Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales co-director Joachim Rønning. At the time, little was revealed about its plot beyond it being a genre film set at sea.
Speaking to Film Stories ahead of the release of his latest movie, the period biopic Young Woman And The Sea, however, Rønning has revealed a telling new detail about Here There Be Monsters. Confirming that it’ll be set at sea – something of a signature location for the Norwegian filmmaker – Rønning added that it’s inspired by a couple of monster movies you might have heard of.
“As a filmmaker, you have to be developing many projects,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
After five-plus decades of moviemaking, producer Jerry Bruckheimer is still breaking his own records. The Michigan native is one of the creators behind the modern-day concept of a crowd-pleaser, and with a résumé that includes the franchises of Top Gun, Pirates of the Caribbean and Bad Boys, it’s natural to assume that one of his many notable hits would boast his highest audience test score. However, that honor instead belongs to his latest film, Young Woman and the Sea, which opens May 31 in theaters.
Directed by his Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales filmmaker, Joachim Rønning, Young Woman and the Sea tells the underdog story of Daisy Ridley’s Gertrude “Trudy” Ederle, the largely unknown Olympic swimmer who became the first woman to swim across the English Channel in 1926. The heartwarming sports drama was originally intended to be a Disney+ exclusive, but when the record-setting test scores came in,...
Directed by his Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales filmmaker, Joachim Rønning, Young Woman and the Sea tells the underdog story of Daisy Ridley’s Gertrude “Trudy” Ederle, the largely unknown Olympic swimmer who became the first woman to swim across the English Channel in 1926. The heartwarming sports drama was originally intended to be a Disney+ exclusive, but when the record-setting test scores came in,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
With the upcoming Call of Duty video game, players will finally get to see the inclusion of former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein and maybe the militant leader Osama Bin Laden. That’s one of the things for fans to get excited for; the other remains the return of iconic character Viktor Reznov, the hallucinatory friend of Alex Mason from the Black Ops series.
But it won’t be fun until he is again voiced by the veteran industry actor, Gary Oldman. The Darkest Hour actor voiced the character in the first two Black Ops games, but Piotr Michael, who also voiced Jason Hudson in Cold War, took the mantle in 2018 for Black Ops 4.
Fans Already Know Who The Best Voice Actor in Call of Duty is Reznov and Petrenko making their way through the city of Stalingrad.
If Disney someday decided to make an animated Pirates of the Caribbean series,...
But it won’t be fun until he is again voiced by the veteran industry actor, Gary Oldman. The Darkest Hour actor voiced the character in the first two Black Ops games, but Piotr Michael, who also voiced Jason Hudson in Cold War, took the mantle in 2018 for Black Ops 4.
Fans Already Know Who The Best Voice Actor in Call of Duty is Reznov and Petrenko making their way through the city of Stalingrad.
If Disney someday decided to make an animated Pirates of the Caribbean series,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Anurag Batham
- FandomWire
Jim Shore fans, I have some great news for you! The Disney Store now has some new pieces available, including Victor Geist, José, Figment, and more!
Let’s take a look!
I’m going to start with my all time favorite attraction, The Haunted Mansion. We have a new glow-in-the-dark piece featuring Victor Geist!
Jim Shore Haunted Mansion Organ Player Figure – $120
The stone resin piece measures about 12 3/4” high x 5” wide x 6 3/4” deep.
“From a balcony overlooking the grand ballroom, guests peer down into the Ballroom of the Grand Hall to see some of the ethereal lodgers of The Haunted Mansion partaking in a ghostly birthday party. A spirited specter seated at the pipe organ entertains the waltzing apparitions and otherworldly diners. Several ghoulish, banshee heads float out of the pipe organ like visible musical notes.”
Jim Shore José – Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Figure – $84.99
Made from stone resin, this...
Let’s take a look!
I’m going to start with my all time favorite attraction, The Haunted Mansion. We have a new glow-in-the-dark piece featuring Victor Geist!
Jim Shore Haunted Mansion Organ Player Figure – $120
The stone resin piece measures about 12 3/4” high x 5” wide x 6 3/4” deep.
“From a balcony overlooking the grand ballroom, guests peer down into the Ballroom of the Grand Hall to see some of the ethereal lodgers of The Haunted Mansion partaking in a ghostly birthday party. A spirited specter seated at the pipe organ entertains the waltzing apparitions and otherworldly diners. Several ghoulish, banshee heads float out of the pipe organ like visible musical notes.”
Jim Shore José – Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Figure – $84.99
Made from stone resin, this...
- 5/28/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
If you want to bring some Disney park attractions home for the holidays, you can! Disney has just released some new theme park attraction Sketchbook ornaments on the Disney Store!
These pieces can go on your tree, or you can display them on a shelf for year-round fun!
Let’s take a look!
It’s the first thing you see when you enter and the last thing you see when you leave the Magic Kingdom. The train station!
Walt Disney World Sketchbook Ornament – Main Street U.S.A. Railroad Station -$34.99
This ornament measures 4” high x 4 1/2” wide x 2 1/4” deep.
All aboard for a trip around The Magic Kingdom with this fully sculpted Sketchbook Ornament facade reproducing Walt Disney World Railroad’s Main Street U.S.A. Station.
Walt Disney World Sketchbook Ornament– Journey of the Little Mermaid Attraction – $34.99
The ornament measures 2 1/2” high x 4 1/4” wide x 1 3/4” deep.
“Discover a tiny treasure...
These pieces can go on your tree, or you can display them on a shelf for year-round fun!
Let’s take a look!
It’s the first thing you see when you enter and the last thing you see when you leave the Magic Kingdom. The train station!
Walt Disney World Sketchbook Ornament – Main Street U.S.A. Railroad Station -$34.99
This ornament measures 4” high x 4 1/2” wide x 2 1/4” deep.
All aboard for a trip around The Magic Kingdom with this fully sculpted Sketchbook Ornament facade reproducing Walt Disney World Railroad’s Main Street U.S.A. Station.
Walt Disney World Sketchbook Ornament– Journey of the Little Mermaid Attraction – $34.99
The ornament measures 2 1/2” high x 4 1/4” wide x 1 3/4” deep.
“Discover a tiny treasure...
- 5/28/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
One of the central villains in Frank Herbert's 1965 novel "Dune" is the amoral hedonist Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, ruler of House Harkonnen and overseer of spice production on the planet Arrakis. In the novel, he is described as being so immensely fat that he required a suit of anti-gravity devices -- called suspensors -- to hoist his massive girth. The Baron is cruel, power-mad, and regularly has sex slaves sent to his quarters so that he may engage in sick acts of murderous coitus. Some have criticized the Baron as an example of fatphobia and, rather unfortunately, "queer villainy" in popular media.
In David Lynch's 1984 film adaptation of "Dune," the Baron was played by Kenneth McMillan, and Lynch made him all the more revolting by encrusting his face with oily carbuncles that produced shot glasses of black pus. McMillan was outfitted with a fat suit, although he was decidedly...
In David Lynch's 1984 film adaptation of "Dune," the Baron was played by Kenneth McMillan, and Lynch made him all the more revolting by encrusting his face with oily carbuncles that produced shot glasses of black pus. McMillan was outfitted with a fat suit, although he was decidedly...
- 5/28/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Daisy Ridley has become quite a familiar face in Hollywood. While she has starred in many different projects over the years, she is best known for her work in the Star Wars franchise. Her run as Rey Skywalker has certainly been controversial; however, there is no denying that she is a talented actress.
Daisy Ridley in a still from Star Wars: The Force Awakens [Credit: LucasFilm]Recently, Ridley gave an interview where she revealed quite an interesting piece of information. It would seem that the actress desperately wants to be a part of one franchise, and she might have a direct connection to get in.
Daisy Ridley Had A Request
Recently, Daisy Ridley gave an interview with The Times, where she went into great detail about her personal and professional life. She specifically talked about what she wanted to do outside of the Star Wars universe. It seems she had an...
Daisy Ridley in a still from Star Wars: The Force Awakens [Credit: LucasFilm]Recently, Ridley gave an interview where she revealed quite an interesting piece of information. It would seem that the actress desperately wants to be a part of one franchise, and she might have a direct connection to get in.
Daisy Ridley Had A Request
Recently, Daisy Ridley gave an interview with The Times, where she went into great detail about her personal and professional life. She specifically talked about what she wanted to do outside of the Star Wars universe. It seems she had an...
- 5/27/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Pirates of the Caribbean has been one of the most significant Hollywood film series that has amassed loads of cash and has boasted a wide fanbase over the years. With its fascinating aspects and an iconic performance by Johnny Depp throughout the movies, the film series has grossed over $4.5 billion worldwide.
There have been five films in the Pirates franchise after it started in 2003. The last and fifth film titled Dead Men Tell No Tales, was released 7 years ago. Interestingly, even after being called the worst entry in the franchise, it managed to flaunt an impressive worldwide gross.
Kaya Scodelario, Johnny Depp, and Brenton Thwaites in Dead Men Tell No Tales | Disney
As the fifth Pirates of the Caribbean film is celebrating its seventh anniversary, fans have taken over X to discuss what went wrong with the 2017 film and how it earned so much at the box office.
Is Pirates of the Caribbean 5...
There have been five films in the Pirates franchise after it started in 2003. The last and fifth film titled Dead Men Tell No Tales, was released 7 years ago. Interestingly, even after being called the worst entry in the franchise, it managed to flaunt an impressive worldwide gross.
Kaya Scodelario, Johnny Depp, and Brenton Thwaites in Dead Men Tell No Tales | Disney
As the fifth Pirates of the Caribbean film is celebrating its seventh anniversary, fans have taken over X to discuss what went wrong with the 2017 film and how it earned so much at the box office.
Is Pirates of the Caribbean 5...
- 5/27/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
The bad times at the summer box office just keep coming this weekend, as George Miller's post-apocalyptic road epic "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" lines up a historic low for the Memorial Day weekend. After grossing $10.2 million on its opening day (including previews), "Furiosa" is on track for a dismal $31 million four-day weekend (per The Wrap), significantly below the $45.4 million three-day debut of "Mad Max: Fury Road" in 2015. The good news is that "Furiosa" is in a close battle with "The Garfield Movie" for the No. 1 spot. That's the next "Mad Max" spin-off right there! (Jon Arbuckle's Wasteland name would be Jizzboy the Gronk.)
As I covered last week, when John Krasinski's fantasy film "If" opened to similar numbers, Hollywood is currently experiencing the fallout of last year's strikes. Production shutdowns and subsequent release date delays mean that this year's summer slate is short on guaranteed hits,...
As I covered last week, when John Krasinski's fantasy film "If" opened to similar numbers, Hollywood is currently experiencing the fallout of last year's strikes. Production shutdowns and subsequent release date delays mean that this year's summer slate is short on guaranteed hits,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
The darkness enveloped me, and despite the summer heat outside, the air in the building was cool. I sat in silence, intently focused, anticipating what happened next, but not quite prepared. I tensed up upon seeing the spectral woman directly ahead of me. She silently floated, translucent and seemingly unaware — until at last facing me and lunging with a guttural growl as her face distorted into some horrific entity.
This memory is entirely true; it is a ghost story, but not one that took place in a haunted house. Rather, the setting was a haunted library, projected on screen in a movie theater during one of my many viewings of Ghostbusters.
Released 40 years ago on June 8, 1984 — the same day as Gremlins and three weeks after Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom — Ghostbusters became a pop-culture phenomenon and box office juggernaut. Written by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis — inspired by...
This memory is entirely true; it is a ghost story, but not one that took place in a haunted house. Rather, the setting was a haunted library, projected on screen in a movie theater during one of my many viewings of Ghostbusters.
Released 40 years ago on June 8, 1984 — the same day as Gremlins and three weeks after Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom — Ghostbusters became a pop-culture phenomenon and box office juggernaut. Written by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis — inspired by...
- 5/24/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Disney has decided to give the live-action treatment to Hercules, one of their most popular animated films. The film has been immensely loved by the fans as it perfectly blended Greek mythology with a modern and witty twist. As a result, the film became a timeless classic that has been loved by its viewers, even in 2024.
Hades and Megara in Disney’s Hercules. Credits: Walt Disney Pictures
Now, Disney wants to recreate the same success, as it wants to retell the legendary tale by showcasing an authentic version of the legendary figure. Disney Executives want the casting to be perfect and it is believed by an industry insider that Dua Lipa would be a great fit for the role of Megara/Meg.
However, fans of the film believe another pop star would be a better choice for the role as they collectively share their opinion on social media.
Hercules Live-Action...
Hades and Megara in Disney’s Hercules. Credits: Walt Disney Pictures
Now, Disney wants to recreate the same success, as it wants to retell the legendary tale by showcasing an authentic version of the legendary figure. Disney Executives want the casting to be perfect and it is believed by an industry insider that Dua Lipa would be a great fit for the role of Megara/Meg.
However, fans of the film believe another pop star would be a better choice for the role as they collectively share their opinion on social media.
Hercules Live-Action...
- 5/24/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Daisy Ridley has asked Jerry Bruckheimer for a role in the female-led 'Pirates of the Caribbean' film.The 32-year-old star worked with the hugely successful producer on her latest film 'Young Woman and the Sea' and put in a "shameless" request for a part in the female-centric flick that Margot Robbie is set to feature in.Daisy told The Times newspaper: "Oh, I had a word. I'm shameless. People think I'm one tool short of the box, but I was like, 'Please give me a 'Pirates' job!'"Meanwhile, the actress is reprising her role as Rey in the upcoming film 'Star Wars: New Jedi Order' and is looking forward to recapturing the "joy" she felt when working on the sequel trilogy of the famous sci-fi franchise.Daisy said: "I can only say what my personal feeling of those films is. And it is joy.
- 5/24/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
The internet’s premise is simple; people enjoy watching The Hot Ones, which follows a simple formula of celebrities eating spicy chicken wings and answering the burning questions asked to them by Sean Evans, the host of the show. Numerous celebrities have been part of the talk show, and Chris Hemsworth was the newest name to be added to the list.
Chris Hemsworth. Credits: Gage Skidmore/ Wikimedia Commons
The show has surprisingly attracted a large number of celebrities, not only because of Evans’ talent but also to enjoy their favorite celebrities, eating tongue-numbing spicy wings. The viewers enjoyed the latest episode as the Thor actor started strong but soon fell victim to the hot sauces, leaving the fans laughing as he failed to cope with the spice making everything worse for Hemsworth. However, he is not the only Marvel actor, falling victim to the fiery hot wings.
Chris Hemsworth Could...
Chris Hemsworth. Credits: Gage Skidmore/ Wikimedia Commons
The show has surprisingly attracted a large number of celebrities, not only because of Evans’ talent but also to enjoy their favorite celebrities, eating tongue-numbing spicy wings. The viewers enjoyed the latest episode as the Thor actor started strong but soon fell victim to the hot sauces, leaving the fans laughing as he failed to cope with the spice making everything worse for Hemsworth. However, he is not the only Marvel actor, falling victim to the fiery hot wings.
Chris Hemsworth Could...
- 5/24/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Throughout the years, Johnny Depp has portrayed the role of Captain Jack Sparrow with unrivaled charisma, which has made him synonymous with the role. Depp’s whimsical approach to the portrayal of the iconic character has made him the face of the franchise itself. The titular character has become a part of his identity, as Captain Jack Sparrow has immensely influenced pop culture, leading to the commercial success of each film.
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Credits: Walt Disney Pictures
Despite the film series being so popular and doing extremely well at the box office, one film was extremely hated by the fans of the series. The film is none other than Pirates of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, which was disliked by many viewers because of its different approach. However, Johnny Depp had immense faith in the film which ultimately ruled the box office.
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Credits: Walt Disney Pictures
Despite the film series being so popular and doing extremely well at the box office, one film was extremely hated by the fans of the series. The film is none other than Pirates of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, which was disliked by many viewers because of its different approach. However, Johnny Depp had immense faith in the film which ultimately ruled the box office.
- 5/23/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
While the Pirates of the Caribbean film series became an iconic franchise thanks to the maverick genius of Johnny Depp, veteran actor Geoffrey Rush was equally instrumental in its blockbuster status. The Oscar winner who starred as the wily Captain Hector Barbossa in the 5 films, fed off Depp’s Jack Sparrow perfectly to create a brilliant chemistry.
A still from: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End (image credit: Disney)
Interestingly, Rush in addition to not initially comprehending the reasons for his return in the subsequent installments, confessed that he rejected the offer to play this now evergreen role. In a 2015 interview, Rush spoke about all this and the character that proved to be feather in his already crowded cap.
Geoffrey Rush Had This To Say About His Iconic Villain Role
If Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow continues to be one of Hollywood’s iconic characters, then Geoffrey Rush...
A still from: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End (image credit: Disney)
Interestingly, Rush in addition to not initially comprehending the reasons for his return in the subsequent installments, confessed that he rejected the offer to play this now evergreen role. In a 2015 interview, Rush spoke about all this and the character that proved to be feather in his already crowded cap.
Geoffrey Rush Had This To Say About His Iconic Villain Role
If Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow continues to be one of Hollywood’s iconic characters, then Geoffrey Rush...
- 5/23/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
If there are franchises that have played a significant role in promoting strong female characters, then, Johnny Depp’s Pirates of the Caribbean has played a crucial role in showcasing such characters. These characters have broken away from traditional gender roles, and brought a unique development to the film, by complementing the male characters of the film, which made the series much more layered and engaging.
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean film series. Credits: Disney Enterprises, Inc.
Elizabeth Swann and Calypso are the two most renowned female characters from the series, who have undergone significant transformation and played an active part in the development of the storyline of the series. However, some have criticized empowered female characters, and Brenton Thwaites has come forward to silence them as he comments on the importance of such characters in a hit film series.
Brenton Thwaites Supports The...
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean film series. Credits: Disney Enterprises, Inc.
Elizabeth Swann and Calypso are the two most renowned female characters from the series, who have undergone significant transformation and played an active part in the development of the storyline of the series. However, some have criticized empowered female characters, and Brenton Thwaites has come forward to silence them as he comments on the importance of such characters in a hit film series.
Brenton Thwaites Supports The...
- 5/23/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Pirates of the Caribbean has explored some interesting and uncharted territories under Johnny Depp’s reign as Captain Jack Sparrow. The movies were filled with various elements and themes all resonating the feelings of fun, thrill, and excitement. All five films were loved in one way or another, even though not all had as strong a box office run as others.
A still from Pirates of the Caribbean | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures
There were many ideas explored and those that could never make it from concepts to paper. Although a 6th installment is in the works, Depp’s involvement is less than likely. As such, there were many ideas he too wanted to explore that still remain untouched. Having done so many different films in the franchise, there was one concept in particular the actor wanted to explore. One that may never happen, or occur in the absence of Depp.
A still from Pirates of the Caribbean | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures
There were many ideas explored and those that could never make it from concepts to paper. Although a 6th installment is in the works, Depp’s involvement is less than likely. As such, there were many ideas he too wanted to explore that still remain untouched. Having done so many different films in the franchise, there was one concept in particular the actor wanted to explore. One that may never happen, or occur in the absence of Depp.
- 5/23/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Pirates of the Caribbean, a film stemmed from a Disney’s theme park attraction, has become one of the biggest media franchises for the studio, expanding into five films with numerous beloved characters, including Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow. The character, depicted as a rogue pirate, who is a little drunk all the time, became a fan-favorite for his charismatic and adventurous personality.
A still from the Pirates of the Caribbean film series | Credit: Disney
While he is not usually represented as a hero, as he lacks plenty of conventional heroic traits, the filmmakers did try to develop the character closely in a heroic light in the third installment of the franchise, At World’s End, which remained unseen due to a deleted cut.
Johnny Depp’s Deleted Scene in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End
Directed by Gore Verbinski, the third installment in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise,...
A still from the Pirates of the Caribbean film series | Credit: Disney
While he is not usually represented as a hero, as he lacks plenty of conventional heroic traits, the filmmakers did try to develop the character closely in a heroic light in the third installment of the franchise, At World’s End, which remained unseen due to a deleted cut.
Johnny Depp’s Deleted Scene in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End
Directed by Gore Verbinski, the third installment in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise can easily be called one of the most beloved and successful series of all time. The entire cast is full of massively talented actors, and every single aspect of the series is well thought-out, especially when it comes to the first three films.
Pirates of the Caribbean [Credit: Walt Disney Studios]Having been known as one of the best trilogies out there, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest, and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End are certainly regarded as the better parts of the series. This is especially true for the third film, as many fans adore the final sequence of the movie.
With this, many audiences would be surprised to know that when the 2007 film went into production, its script wasn’t even finished.
Two Films in Production at Once
When Disney...
Pirates of the Caribbean [Credit: Walt Disney Studios]Having been known as one of the best trilogies out there, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest, and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End are certainly regarded as the better parts of the series. This is especially true for the third film, as many fans adore the final sequence of the movie.
With this, many audiences would be surprised to know that when the 2007 film went into production, its script wasn’t even finished.
Two Films in Production at Once
When Disney...
- 5/22/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
The thought of a Pirates of the Caribbean film without Johnny Depp isn’t something many fans find comfort in. However, the upcoming film has been leaning mostly towards that very possibility. For all five films so far, the actor has been front and center in each and every one of them. Disney had taken the tough and controversial decision of firing Depp in the course of the defamation trial against Amber Heard.
Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures
Although a 6th part of the franchise was in the works at that time, the chances seem nonexistent of his return. The film was scrapped altogether. However, it has been picked up once again with many renowned celebrities rumored to be a part of the film. Depp’s name isn’t one of them. That is not to say that he may not return. At least,...
Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures
Although a 6th part of the franchise was in the works at that time, the chances seem nonexistent of his return. The film was scrapped altogether. However, it has been picked up once again with many renowned celebrities rumored to be a part of the film. Depp’s name isn’t one of them. That is not to say that he may not return. At least,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Why did fans love Our Flag Means Death? This series was a big upgrade for the on-screen pirates – they no longer sail the seas in search of mystical artifacts as in the cult Pirates of the Caribbean. Our Flag Means Death shows the pirates of a new era – they are absurd, humorous, and surprisingly vulnerable.
Our Flag Means Death was also an ode to escapism. In the hands of screenwriter David Jenkins, the story of an aristocrat-turned-pirate is transformed into a funny and poignant exploration of escapism as a way out of a mental crisis.
However, the devoted love of the fans did not save Our Flag Means Death from cancellation after the second season, and it continued a series of Taika Waititi's axed projects. In early 2023, the series Reservation Dogs was completed, and then the last, sixth season of What We Do in the Shadows was released.
Taika...
Our Flag Means Death was also an ode to escapism. In the hands of screenwriter David Jenkins, the story of an aristocrat-turned-pirate is transformed into a funny and poignant exploration of escapism as a way out of a mental crisis.
However, the devoted love of the fans did not save Our Flag Means Death from cancellation after the second season, and it continued a series of Taika Waititi's axed projects. In early 2023, the series Reservation Dogs was completed, and then the last, sixth season of What We Do in the Shadows was released.
Taika...
- 5/22/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Margot Robbie’s long-rumoured Sims movie has now reportedly got the green light from Amazon MGM.
The Sims is a game that most millennials grew up playing. We were immersed and invested in the intricate lives of the characters on our old, boxy PCs in the early-2000s and occasionally, accidentally set things on fire.
We reported in March that a film based on The Sims was in the works, with Loki-director Kate Herron helming it and Margot Robbie producing through her LuckyChap banner. Now, Puck News (via Dark Horizons) is reporting that the film has found a home with Amazon MGM.
Screen Rant mentions that Netflix’s bid for the film’s rights was higher, but Amazon MGM ultimately won by promising the film a theatrical release.
The Sims games – of which there are 4 main games as well as several expansion packs and spin-offs – are life simulation games,...
The Sims is a game that most millennials grew up playing. We were immersed and invested in the intricate lives of the characters on our old, boxy PCs in the early-2000s and occasionally, accidentally set things on fire.
We reported in March that a film based on The Sims was in the works, with Loki-director Kate Herron helming it and Margot Robbie producing through her LuckyChap banner. Now, Puck News (via Dark Horizons) is reporting that the film has found a home with Amazon MGM.
Screen Rant mentions that Netflix’s bid for the film’s rights was higher, but Amazon MGM ultimately won by promising the film a theatrical release.
The Sims games – of which there are 4 main games as well as several expansion packs and spin-offs – are life simulation games,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Let’s be real here: Pirates of the Caribbean hasn’t been the same since the original trilogy’s finale. The last two movies were mediocre at best, but we still watched them, and there was only one reason we did — Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow.
But while Disney stubbornly refuses to use that advantage in its quest to revive the franchise, the Pirates producer Jerry Bruckheimer disagrees.
PotC Boss Wants Johnny Depp Back
The notorious and highly controversial Depp vs. Amber trial locked many doors in front of the Pirates’ star’s face despite him winning in the court. Perhaps the toughest blow for the actor was Disney’s decision to boot him from all the franchises he played in, including Fantastic Beasts and Pirates of the Caribbean.
While Disney is hellbent on keeping Johnny Depp away from its movies, the PotC producer Jerry Bruckheimer hates this situation...
But while Disney stubbornly refuses to use that advantage in its quest to revive the franchise, the Pirates producer Jerry Bruckheimer disagrees.
PotC Boss Wants Johnny Depp Back
The notorious and highly controversial Depp vs. Amber trial locked many doors in front of the Pirates’ star’s face despite him winning in the court. Perhaps the toughest blow for the actor was Disney’s decision to boot him from all the franchises he played in, including Fantastic Beasts and Pirates of the Caribbean.
While Disney is hellbent on keeping Johnny Depp away from its movies, the PotC producer Jerry Bruckheimer hates this situation...
- 5/21/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Pirates of the Caribbean is one of the most influential series of the early 2000s, being a series of films that had completely taken over the mainstream media space during its heyday. The series was based on a theme park ride at Disneyland and had a great cast of actors partaking in the franchise.
A still from Pirates of the Caribbean | Disney Pictures
Geoffrey Rush essayed the role of Hector Barbossa, the mutinous first mate of Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow. He was an integral and iconic part of the franchise, so much so that the creators decided they wanted to bring the character back from the dead. However, Geoffrey Rush almost decided not to go with the role due to some commitments he had already made.
Geoffrey Rush wrote a four-page email explaining why he could not take the role
Captain Hector Barbossa Pirates of the Caribbean | Disney...
A still from Pirates of the Caribbean | Disney Pictures
Geoffrey Rush essayed the role of Hector Barbossa, the mutinous first mate of Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow. He was an integral and iconic part of the franchise, so much so that the creators decided they wanted to bring the character back from the dead. However, Geoffrey Rush almost decided not to go with the role due to some commitments he had already made.
Geoffrey Rush wrote a four-page email explaining why he could not take the role
Captain Hector Barbossa Pirates of the Caribbean | Disney...
- 5/21/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Building upon the existing franchises is never exactly easy. Fans already have expectations based on the previous creator’s vision; there’s already an established tone of voice and setting to defer to; and overall, people don’t take kindly to reboots, remakes, and “new chapters” when it comes to their favorite fictional worlds.
But Pirates of the Caribbean bosses are feeling increasingly optimistic about their idea of rebooting the iconic franchise without its lead star, Johnny Depp.
PotC Producer Reveals Two New Movies
As controversial as the decision to move into the new era of Pirates without Depp has proven to be, Disney doesn’t seem inclined to back down from it. Recently, Jerry Bruckheimer, the producer of all the existing PotC movies, sat down with EW to discuss the franchise’s future — and he had some intriguing updates to share.
“[We now have] two different movies. We hope to get them both made,...
But Pirates of the Caribbean bosses are feeling increasingly optimistic about their idea of rebooting the iconic franchise without its lead star, Johnny Depp.
PotC Producer Reveals Two New Movies
As controversial as the decision to move into the new era of Pirates without Depp has proven to be, Disney doesn’t seem inclined to back down from it. Recently, Jerry Bruckheimer, the producer of all the existing PotC movies, sat down with EW to discuss the franchise’s future — and he had some intriguing updates to share.
“[We now have] two different movies. We hope to get them both made,...
- 5/21/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
The 2003 premiere of The Curse of the Black Pearl launched the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, a series of movies that soon became one of the most popular franchises of all time and was a massive success for Disney. The franchise was led by one of the biggest stars of that period, Johnny Depp, whose charismatic appearance as Jack Sparrow became a pillar of pop culture. While we cannot deny that the overall quality of the movies dropped by the time the fifth movie was released, as a whole, it is still one of the most popular franchises of all time. Now, it has been seven years since the last movie in the series, and while we did know that Disney was working on reviving the franchise, we did not know – due to conflicting reports – what they were working on.
In an exclusive talk with Entertainment Weekly, series producer Jerry Bruckheimer...
In an exclusive talk with Entertainment Weekly, series producer Jerry Bruckheimer...
- 5/21/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
While the franchise started losing its appeal as time passed, Disney still found massive success with its Pirates of the Caribbean movies.
Johnny Depp deserves much of the credit for that, but Amber Heard's allegations of domestic violence and a series of messy court battles led to Disney scrapping plans for a sixth movie. Depp's Hollywood career was put on hold and the studio went back to the drawing board with the franchise.
It's unclear exactly who is developing the next iteration, though the expectation is that the spotlight will shift to another character in place of the iconic Captain Jack Sparrow.
Talking to Et Online, Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer made it clear that, he at least, is willing to bring Depp back into the fold.
"If it was up to me, of course. I love having Depp," he said. "He's a great actor and good friend.
Johnny Depp deserves much of the credit for that, but Amber Heard's allegations of domestic violence and a series of messy court battles led to Disney scrapping plans for a sixth movie. Depp's Hollywood career was put on hold and the studio went back to the drawing board with the franchise.
It's unclear exactly who is developing the next iteration, though the expectation is that the spotlight will shift to another character in place of the iconic Captain Jack Sparrow.
Talking to Et Online, Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer made it clear that, he at least, is willing to bring Depp back into the fold.
"If it was up to me, of course. I love having Depp," he said. "He's a great actor and good friend.
- 5/21/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
We’ve known for a while that another ‘weird’ Pirates Of The Caribbean movie is coming, and Margot Robbie is still involved too.
Here’s an update on a story that we’ve been reporting on now for a good few years. It’s zigged and zagged a few times since then, but according to series producer, Jerry Bruckheimer, a Pirate Of The Caribbean film starring Margot Robbie in a female-centric movie is still happening.
We first heard about this project all the way back in 2020. Apparently, Disney had plans to make two very different Pirates Of The Caribbean movies to continue the popular swashbuckling series that already boasts six films. The plans back in 2020 were to develop a female-led version which would be headlined by Margot Robbie alongside another ‘weird’ film with an all-new cast. The latter version was based on a script penned by Chernobyl creator Craig Mazin and Ted Elliott,...
Here’s an update on a story that we’ve been reporting on now for a good few years. It’s zigged and zagged a few times since then, but according to series producer, Jerry Bruckheimer, a Pirate Of The Caribbean film starring Margot Robbie in a female-centric movie is still happening.
We first heard about this project all the way back in 2020. Apparently, Disney had plans to make two very different Pirates Of The Caribbean movies to continue the popular swashbuckling series that already boasts six films. The plans back in 2020 were to develop a female-led version which would be headlined by Margot Robbie alongside another ‘weird’ film with an all-new cast. The latter version was based on a script penned by Chernobyl creator Craig Mazin and Ted Elliott,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
Johnny Depp has acted and aced the many roles he has essayed throughout his career. But Captain Jack Sparrow will remain beloved by his and his fans for the way he molded and shaped it from the ground up. Thus, kickstarting the entire Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, the actor is as much to be credited as the writers and crew for the success of the movies.
Johnny Depp’s Capt. Jack Sparrow (Image: Pirates of the Caribbean | Walt Disney Pictures)
Yet, after his legal battle with Amber Heard and Disney turning back on him, the actor seems to be done with Hollywood. And producer Jerry Bruckheimer revealed that as much as he would love to have him back, Disney is planning to make two movies with one of them being helmed by Margot Robbie.
Margot Robbie, not Johnny Depp, to Lead the Pirates of The Caribbean Franchise?
Margot Robbie...
Johnny Depp’s Capt. Jack Sparrow (Image: Pirates of the Caribbean | Walt Disney Pictures)
Yet, after his legal battle with Amber Heard and Disney turning back on him, the actor seems to be done with Hollywood. And producer Jerry Bruckheimer revealed that as much as he would love to have him back, Disney is planning to make two movies with one of them being helmed by Margot Robbie.
Margot Robbie, not Johnny Depp, to Lead the Pirates of The Caribbean Franchise?
Margot Robbie...
- 5/21/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, “Pirates of the Caribbean” producer Jerry Bruckheimer seemingly confirmed a couple of things. Firstly, it sounds like Johnny Depp is not returning for “Pirates of the Caribbean,” even if Bruckheimer wants it. Secondly, it seems Disney may indeed move forward with Margo Robbie’s film as well.
We also learned that Jeff Nathanson, who wrote the last “Pirates of the Caribbean” film in 2017 is writing the reboot. At this point the third act is great but the first and second act need more work.
He told EW, “I think he’s cracked it,” Bruckheimer remarks. “He’s got an amazing third act. We just gotta clean up the first and second and then we’ll get there. But he wrote a great, great third act.”
The script is in play, but does that mean Johnny Depp will return?
Bruckheimer makes it sound unlikely.
We also learned that Jeff Nathanson, who wrote the last “Pirates of the Caribbean” film in 2017 is writing the reboot. At this point the third act is great but the first and second act need more work.
He told EW, “I think he’s cracked it,” Bruckheimer remarks. “He’s got an amazing third act. We just gotta clean up the first and second and then we’ll get there. But he wrote a great, great third act.”
The script is in play, but does that mean Johnny Depp will return?
Bruckheimer makes it sound unlikely.
- 5/20/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
There have been hot and cold reports about the future of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise over the past few years. Some had a reboot happening with an entirely new cast, others a female-centric film with Margot Robbie. Now, Jerry Bruckheimer is setting the record straight.
“It’s two different movies,” Bruckheimer says. The reboot has Jeff Nathanson doing the script with the Robbie-centric film being written by Christina Hodson, according to Entertainment Weekly, which caught up with the producer. “We hope to get ’em both made, and I think Disney agrees they really want to make the Margot one, too.”
The Last of Us creator Craig Mazin worked on a story for the reboot with original screenwriter Ted Elliot. Mazin told the L.A. Times that their script was very weird and that Disney seemed to like it. But the project stalled because of the strikes last year.
Now,...
“It’s two different movies,” Bruckheimer says. The reboot has Jeff Nathanson doing the script with the Robbie-centric film being written by Christina Hodson, according to Entertainment Weekly, which caught up with the producer. “We hope to get ’em both made, and I think Disney agrees they really want to make the Margot one, too.”
The Last of Us creator Craig Mazin worked on a story for the reboot with original screenwriter Ted Elliot. Mazin told the L.A. Times that their script was very weird and that Disney seemed to like it. But the project stalled because of the strikes last year.
Now,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s been seven years since the last “Pirates of the Caribbean” arrived in theaters. And it sure does appear that a new film in the franchise is coming. Actually, there are two films in the works and both might actually get made. Sadly, if you’re a fan of Johnny Depp, then you’re out of luck.
According to a new EW interview with producer Jerry Bruckheimer, the filmmaker talked about the current state of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise.
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According to a new EW interview with producer Jerry Bruckheimer, the filmmaker talked about the current state of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise.
Continue reading ‘Pirates Of The Caribbean’: Jerry Bruckheimer Says Reboot & Margot Robbie Spinoff Both Might Get Made at The Playlist.
- 5/20/2024
- by Martin Miller
- The Playlist
“Pirates of the Caribbean” producer Jerry Bruckheimer has provided more clarity on the current state of the Disney adventure franchise. He already teased in March that a total reboot was going to be the first “Pirates” movie out of the gate in the future because “it’s easier to put together because you don’t have to wait for certain actors.” This reboot is now confirmed to have writer Jeff Nathanson attached. Bruckheimer announced the news in an interview with Entertainment Weekly.
Nathanson also wrote the screenplay for the last “Pirates” movie, 2017’s “Dead Men Tell No Tales,” which was directed by Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg. Rønning and Nathanson, as well as Bruckheimer, have reunited on the new Disney biographical drama “Young Woman and the Sea.”
“He’s cracked it,” Bruckheimer said of Nathanson’s script for the “Pirates” reboot. “He’s got an amazing third act. We just...
Nathanson also wrote the screenplay for the last “Pirates” movie, 2017’s “Dead Men Tell No Tales,” which was directed by Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg. Rønning and Nathanson, as well as Bruckheimer, have reunited on the new Disney biographical drama “Young Woman and the Sea.”
“He’s cracked it,” Bruckheimer said of Nathanson’s script for the “Pirates” reboot. “He’s got an amazing third act. We just...
- 5/20/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
The road to a Pirates of the Caribbean follow-up has been a long and bumpy one. Even before Johnny Depp’s public image troubles with the messy divorce involving him and ex-wife Amber Heard, Disney couldn’t lock down a solid way to continue the franchise with or without the face of the series — Captain Jack Sparrow. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has thrown around a number of concepts, one of them involving Margot Robbie (which received conflicting reports on whether or not Disney passed on it) and one of them involving a new cast of younger actors. Bruckheimer confirmed recently that it will be a full-on reboot.
The elephant in the room will always be if Johnny Depp will make an appearance in some form for the new movies. Jerry Bruckheimer was recently interviewed on the red carpet of his new Disney movie with Daisy Ridley, Young Woman and the Sea,...
The elephant in the room will always be if Johnny Depp will make an appearance in some form for the new movies. Jerry Bruckheimer was recently interviewed on the red carpet of his new Disney movie with Daisy Ridley, Young Woman and the Sea,...
- 5/20/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth is best known for his role as Thor in the Marvel franchise, a character he’s been playing since 2011. Still, did you know he got his start in daytime television?
The actor recently took a moment to stand up for the land of soaps (and their performers), during an interview with Variety.
Hollywood Star Chris Hemsworth Stands Up For Soaps
Promoting his latest project, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, he talked to Variety about his respect for the comic book genre.
In fact, he took aim at actors/actresses who “bash” comic book films after being them and related it those same types of actors/actresses who got their start in soaps. Some often get their start in daytime drama, only to turn up there noses to this industry.
Hemsworth tells Variety, “Look, I grew up on a soap opera, and it used to bother me...
The actor recently took a moment to stand up for the land of soaps (and their performers), during an interview with Variety.
Hollywood Star Chris Hemsworth Stands Up For Soaps
Promoting his latest project, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, he talked to Variety about his respect for the comic book genre.
In fact, he took aim at actors/actresses who “bash” comic book films after being them and related it those same types of actors/actresses who got their start in soaps. Some often get their start in daytime drama, only to turn up there noses to this industry.
Hemsworth tells Variety, “Look, I grew up on a soap opera, and it used to bother me...
- 5/20/2024
- by Dorathy Gass
- Celebrating The Soaps
When The Curse of the Black Pearl premiered in 2003, the Pirates of the Caribbean immediately became a massive global hit for Disney. Led by the charismatic performances of Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow, the series became a pillar of pop culture, and while the overall quality of the movies dropped by the time the fifth movie was released, the series is nevertheless a much-beloved franchise. Now, it has been seven years since the last movie in the series, Dead Men Tell No Tales, was released, and while we know that the franchise is not dead, Disney is currently working on rebooting it with a different set of actors.
Of course, Johnny Depp’s personal issues and the highly-publicized trial with Amber Heard saw him being blacklisted for a while, and while his situation has somewhat improved, the actor is still a very controversial name in Hollywood. In light of that,...
Of course, Johnny Depp’s personal issues and the highly-publicized trial with Amber Heard saw him being blacklisted for a while, and while his situation has somewhat improved, the actor is still a very controversial name in Hollywood. In light of that,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Pirates Of The Caribbean 6: Producer Reflects On Johnny Depp’s Potential Return In The Reboot(Photo Credit –IMDb)
Johnny Depp won several hearts for his performance as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. But with his court trial against Amber Heard and the domestic abuse allegations made Disney fire him from the franchise. There have been a lot of speculations and gossip around his alleged return in the Pirates of the Caribbean 6 movie. A few days back, Dune 2 star Austin Butler’s name came up, and he is allegedly being considered for the reboot. Amidst it all, the franchise producer Jerry Bruckheimer has revealed speaking to Depp about appearing in the movie.
The actor has appeared in all of the movies in this franchise and has been a central part of it. It is one of the highest-grossing franchises in Hollywood, and the...
Johnny Depp won several hearts for his performance as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. But with his court trial against Amber Heard and the domestic abuse allegations made Disney fire him from the franchise. There have been a lot of speculations and gossip around his alleged return in the Pirates of the Caribbean 6 movie. A few days back, Dune 2 star Austin Butler’s name came up, and he is allegedly being considered for the reboot. Amidst it all, the franchise producer Jerry Bruckheimer has revealed speaking to Depp about appearing in the movie.
The actor has appeared in all of the movies in this franchise and has been a central part of it. It is one of the highest-grossing franchises in Hollywood, and the...
- 5/20/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Pirates of the Caribbean 6 discussions are mostly centered around the potential return of Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow, despite the producer confirming it as a reboot project. Disney dropped Depp from the role after the actor was accused of domestic violence. However, the producer of the films, Jerry Bruckheimer, always supported the actor and advocated for his return to the role. He once again reiterated his wish during a recent interview.
Johnny Depp in a still from Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales | Disney
Bruckheimer shared last year that he would like to potentially bring back Depp to a sequel film in the franchise. In his most recent comments, he shared that he would have the Donnie Brasco actor back if it were up to him.
Pirates Of The Caribbean Producer Wants To Bring Johnny Depp Back
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in a still...
Johnny Depp in a still from Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales | Disney
Bruckheimer shared last year that he would like to potentially bring back Depp to a sequel film in the franchise. In his most recent comments, he shared that he would have the Donnie Brasco actor back if it were up to him.
Pirates Of The Caribbean Producer Wants To Bring Johnny Depp Back
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in a still...
- 5/20/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Disney is apparently invested in keeping up with one of their most successful franchises, ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ with or without Johnny Depp at the helm.
When Disney decided to part ways with Depp at the height of the Amber Heard controversies, Reports soon emerged that they were looking forward to having an all-female led reboot starring ‘Barbie’s’ own Margot Robbie, but the idea didn’t take.
Now there are plans to bring Dune’s ‘Austin Butler’ onboard and fans can’t wait to see it. The downside? We might have to live with having Austin Butler have a pirate accent for the next five years or so.
Disney Courts Austin Butler For A Potential ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
In 2003, Johnny Depp played the rum-loving, always scheming, Captain Jack Sparrow for the first time in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.’ In 2006, he returned for...
When Disney decided to part ways with Depp at the height of the Amber Heard controversies, Reports soon emerged that they were looking forward to having an all-female led reboot starring ‘Barbie’s’ own Margot Robbie, but the idea didn’t take.
Now there are plans to bring Dune’s ‘Austin Butler’ onboard and fans can’t wait to see it. The downside? We might have to live with having Austin Butler have a pirate accent for the next five years or so.
Disney Courts Austin Butler For A Potential ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
In 2003, Johnny Depp played the rum-loving, always scheming, Captain Jack Sparrow for the first time in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.’ In 2006, he returned for...
- 5/19/2024
- by Nmesoma Okechukwu
- Celebrating The Soaps
The life of Johnny Deep took an unexpected turn when his wife Amber Heard filed for divorce. The trial quickly culminated in a highly publicized divorce that captured global attention. What set it apart was the unprecedented allowance of cameras inside the courtroom, resulting in a surge of media interest, widespread speculations from the public, and passionate social media campaigns.
Actor Johnny Depp testifies during the trial at the Fairfax County Circuit Court in Fairfax (Evelyn Hockstein/Pool via AP)
However, since the air cooled down around the trial and the verdict came in favor of the famous Jack Sparrow actor, fans have been eagerly waiting for updates on his career and personal journey. Luckily for fans, this latest news offers a tantalizing peek into the life of the actor, who was left distraught after the courtroom drama.
Johnny Depp has finally moved on from his past
US Weekly recently...
Actor Johnny Depp testifies during the trial at the Fairfax County Circuit Court in Fairfax (Evelyn Hockstein/Pool via AP)
However, since the air cooled down around the trial and the verdict came in favor of the famous Jack Sparrow actor, fans have been eagerly waiting for updates on his career and personal journey. Luckily for fans, this latest news offers a tantalizing peek into the life of the actor, who was left distraught after the courtroom drama.
Johnny Depp has finally moved on from his past
US Weekly recently...
- 5/19/2024
- by Shikha Arya
- FandomWire
Science fiction is considered to be the domain of blockbusters, whose directors have huge budgets to create entire fictional worlds. But practice shows that it is possible to make a good sci-fi movie on a shoestring – just call your friends to play the main roles and film the alien flora in the nearest forest.
Director James Ward Byrkit was looking for work without any success. At that time, his resume included work as a concept artist in the first three installments of Pirates of the Caribbean. At some point, James realized that he wanted to make his own movie.
James Ward Byrkit Had a Budget of $50,000, Almost No Script and No Crew
This is how Byrkit came up with the idea of making a film without a crew or a script. Since he decided to film in his own home, he had to come up with a sci-fi concept that...
Director James Ward Byrkit was looking for work without any success. At that time, his resume included work as a concept artist in the first three installments of Pirates of the Caribbean. At some point, James realized that he wanted to make his own movie.
James Ward Byrkit Had a Budget of $50,000, Almost No Script and No Crew
This is how Byrkit came up with the idea of making a film without a crew or a script. Since he decided to film in his own home, he had to come up with a sci-fi concept that...
- 5/18/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Epic Games continues to impress fans with Fortnite’s collaborations, as always. The upcoming season will see a crossover between the game and Fallout, as revealed today. This was posted on the social media of the game.
Following numerous leaks from very accurate insiders, the post-apocalyptic upcoming season is more real than ever, especially after confirming this new crossover. According to the leaks, the current Chapter 5 Season 2 of the title will end on May 24, welcoming the new map and content.
Fortnite and Another Great Collaboration Fallout is coming to Fortnite.
With previous amazing collaborations with big names like Marvel, Star Wars, DC Comics, and more, Fortnite is still the go-to game for an amazing online Battle Royale experience that has more options than ever. In the current Chapter 5 Season 2 of the game, this big metaverse joins forces with names like Avatar: The Last Airbender, a mini in-game event for Star Wars,...
Following numerous leaks from very accurate insiders, the post-apocalyptic upcoming season is more real than ever, especially after confirming this new crossover. According to the leaks, the current Chapter 5 Season 2 of the title will end on May 24, welcoming the new map and content.
Fortnite and Another Great Collaboration Fallout is coming to Fortnite.
With previous amazing collaborations with big names like Marvel, Star Wars, DC Comics, and more, Fortnite is still the go-to game for an amazing online Battle Royale experience that has more options than ever. In the current Chapter 5 Season 2 of the game, this big metaverse joins forces with names like Avatar: The Last Airbender, a mini in-game event for Star Wars,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
Zoe Saldaña is one of the few Hollywood stars whose reputation undoubtedly precedes her. As such, her work not only stands out as a product of her excellent ethics but also an irrevocable personality that drives her to achieve perfection in every single role she embodies. But such quality of work doesnʼt breed out of compliance and pleasantness.
Zoe Saldaña in Special Ops: Lioness [Credit: Paramount Network]For the Avatar star, it took incredible strength and bravery to pursue work in an industry that makes it their daily mission to promote misogyny. Saldaña has hardly kept quiet in the past about the difficult working environment on Pirates of the Caribbean sets and she isnʼt about to do so now as she makes explosive revelations about the openly vile nature of studio execs.
Zoe Saldaña Blows the Lid Off the Brutal Sexism of Execs
Accusations and allegations are all it takes...
Zoe Saldaña in Special Ops: Lioness [Credit: Paramount Network]For the Avatar star, it took incredible strength and bravery to pursue work in an industry that makes it their daily mission to promote misogyny. Saldaña has hardly kept quiet in the past about the difficult working environment on Pirates of the Caribbean sets and she isnʼt about to do so now as she makes explosive revelations about the openly vile nature of studio execs.
Zoe Saldaña Blows the Lid Off the Brutal Sexism of Execs
Accusations and allegations are all it takes...
- 5/17/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Attention: The Following Report Is A Rumor. Please Take The Following Story With A Grain Of Salt.
The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise has been in a bit of a pickle lately. Ever since the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial, many hardcore fans had been hoping for some reconciliation between Depp and Disney after the actor was unceremoniously let go following the abuse accusations.
Now it appears the series will continue as a reboot instead of another Jack Sparrow adventure. Another rumor claims that Jack Sparrow might make a cameo in the film, but the focus would be on a new generation. Actress Ayo Edebiri has been reported to be on the list of actors considered for the film. Now, we might have another name attached.
An anonymous source at the DisInsider answered a question regarding the actor’s potential involvement with the upcoming Live-Action Remake of Hercules via their mailbag.
The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise has been in a bit of a pickle lately. Ever since the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial, many hardcore fans had been hoping for some reconciliation between Depp and Disney after the actor was unceremoniously let go following the abuse accusations.
Now it appears the series will continue as a reboot instead of another Jack Sparrow adventure. Another rumor claims that Jack Sparrow might make a cameo in the film, but the focus would be on a new generation. Actress Ayo Edebiri has been reported to be on the list of actors considered for the film. Now, we might have another name attached.
An anonymous source at the DisInsider answered a question regarding the actor’s potential involvement with the upcoming Live-Action Remake of Hercules via their mailbag.
- 5/17/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
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