X-Men: Marvel Taps Hunger Games Writer for MCU Reboot - Main Image
Marvel Studios has found a writer to pen the screenplay for the highly-anticipated X-Men MCU reboot.
For the past few months, Kevin Feige and his team at Marvel Studios have been searching for a writer who will oversee the project that will mark the official MCU debut of the iconic mutant team.
A recent report revealed the two finalists that Marvel was considering for the job and, now, they have made their decision.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Producer Shares Exciting Update on Season 2
Marvel's X-Men Reboot Taps Hunger Games Writer Michael Lesslie
A recent report confirmed that Marvel Studios had tapped The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes writer Michael Lesslie to pen the screenplay for the X-Men MCU reboot.
Lesslie's other credits include Assassin's Creed, Park Chan-wook's The Little Drummer Girl miniseries,...
Marvel Studios has found a writer to pen the screenplay for the highly-anticipated X-Men MCU reboot.
For the past few months, Kevin Feige and his team at Marvel Studios have been searching for a writer who will oversee the project that will mark the official MCU debut of the iconic mutant team.
A recent report revealed the two finalists that Marvel was considering for the job and, now, they have made their decision.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Producer Shares Exciting Update on Season 2
Marvel's X-Men Reboot Taps Hunger Games Writer Michael Lesslie
A recent report confirmed that Marvel Studios had tapped The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes writer Michael Lesslie to pen the screenplay for the X-Men MCU reboot.
Lesslie's other credits include Assassin's Creed, Park Chan-wook's The Little Drummer Girl miniseries,...
- 5/22/2024
- EpicStream
We might finally be getting a new X-Men film as Michael Lesslie has been tapped to write a new film for Marvel.
It looks like the X-Men have come to stay in the MCU. After the disappointing Dark Phoenix, the X-Men have been laying low until we got quick teases in Ms. Marvel and The Marvels before Deadpool & Wolverine re-introduces everyone’s favourite grumpy mutant proper.
Deadline now reports that Marvel is planning a proper X-Men movie and Michael Lesslie is in negotiations to pen the script. Lesslie wrote last year’s Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes, proving he can adapt someone else’s material. Lesslie has also penned the script for the new Now You See Me sequel which will be filming later this year.
The film is officially in development, but it’s still early days and there is no news...
It looks like the X-Men have come to stay in the MCU. After the disappointing Dark Phoenix, the X-Men have been laying low until we got quick teases in Ms. Marvel and The Marvels before Deadpool & Wolverine re-introduces everyone’s favourite grumpy mutant proper.
Deadline now reports that Marvel is planning a proper X-Men movie and Michael Lesslie is in negotiations to pen the script. Lesslie wrote last year’s Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes, proving he can adapt someone else’s material. Lesslie has also penned the script for the new Now You See Me sequel which will be filming later this year.
The film is officially in development, but it’s still early days and there is no news...
- 5/22/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
X-Men ‘97 has left fans more excited than ever before to see a live-action take on the mutant team. Movies like Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and The Marvels have offered a glimpse of what the heroes could look like in the MCU, with Deadpool & Wolverine set to do the same later this summer.
The difference there, though, is that those are the 20th Century Fox Variants of the X-Men; what Marvel Studios does with its long-awaited reboot will surely be completely different. And, if X-Men ‘97 is any indication, we’re in store for something truly special (the series has been praised for its compelling take on the heroes and the way their powers have been portrayed in new and visually distinct ways).
Now, with the San Diego Comic-Con and D23 fast approaching, Deadline has confirmed that The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes writer...
The difference there, though, is that those are the 20th Century Fox Variants of the X-Men; what Marvel Studios does with its long-awaited reboot will surely be completely different. And, if X-Men ‘97 is any indication, we’re in store for something truly special (the series has been praised for its compelling take on the heroes and the way their powers have been portrayed in new and visually distinct ways).
Now, with the San Diego Comic-Con and D23 fast approaching, Deadline has confirmed that The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes writer...
- 5/21/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Since the moment it was revealed that Disney was considering acquiring 20th Century Fox, Marvel fans have been imagining the X-Men joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We’re still a number of years away from Marvel’s first X-Men movie, but the project has taken a big step forward. Deadline reports that Michael Lesslie (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes) is now in negotiations to serve as the writer of the X-Men movie.
When the WGA strike concluded last year, X-Men was the first project Marvel Studios began tackling, taking pitches for the movie from a variety of writers. In addition to The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Michael Lesslie is also known for Macbeth, Assassin’s Creed, The Little Drummer Girl, and the upcoming Now You See Me 3.
Although we’ve seen several X-Men characters appear in the MCU since the acquisition of 20th Century Fox — notably...
When the WGA strike concluded last year, X-Men was the first project Marvel Studios began tackling, taking pitches for the movie from a variety of writers. In addition to The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Michael Lesslie is also known for Macbeth, Assassin’s Creed, The Little Drummer Girl, and the upcoming Now You See Me 3.
Although we’ve seen several X-Men characters appear in the MCU since the acquisition of 20th Century Fox — notably...
- 5/21/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Following the success of its animated series X-Men ’97, Marvel Studios is now ramping things up on its live-action X-Men movie with Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes scribe Michael Lesslie in negotiations to pen the movie. The film is still in early development with no talent or director attached and no release date set. Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige will produce.
As Deadline reported last fall, this project became one of the first major writing assignments to open up once the writers strike had been resolved. Feige and his execs made it clear there was no rush and have taken their time meeting with numerous candidates since then. Late last week, the decision was made to go with Lesslie. (Lesslie was mentioned in the InSneider Newsletter as a finalist.)
Even with Lesslie officially boarding, it still will be some time before we get a movie in...
As Deadline reported last fall, this project became one of the first major writing assignments to open up once the writers strike had been resolved. Feige and his execs made it clear there was no rush and have taken their time meeting with numerous candidates since then. Late last week, the decision was made to go with Lesslie. (Lesslie was mentioned in the InSneider Newsletter as a finalist.)
Even with Lesslie officially boarding, it still will be some time before we get a movie in...
- 5/21/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
To celebrate the release of Source Code available to buy on 4K Uhd now, we have a 4K Uhd to give away!
Director Duncan Jones’ dazzling sci-fi thriller Source Code, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Monaghan (Kiss Kiss Bang Bang), Vera Farmiga (The Conjuring) and Academy Award-nominee Jeffrey Wright (American Fiction) makes its long awaited 4K Uhd debut.
Gyllenhaal stars as soldier Colter Stevens, who wakes up in the body of an unknown man and discovers that he is part of a government mission to identify the bomber of a Chicago commuter train. The experiment, known as the ‘Source Code’, enables its subjects to take on a person’s identity for the last eight minutes of their lives. Colter has been programmed to relive the incident over and over again, piecing together clues until he can figure out who the suspect is and prevent another large-scale terrorist attack.
Shot by Don Burgess...
Director Duncan Jones’ dazzling sci-fi thriller Source Code, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Monaghan (Kiss Kiss Bang Bang), Vera Farmiga (The Conjuring) and Academy Award-nominee Jeffrey Wright (American Fiction) makes its long awaited 4K Uhd debut.
Gyllenhaal stars as soldier Colter Stevens, who wakes up in the body of an unknown man and discovers that he is part of a government mission to identify the bomber of a Chicago commuter train. The experiment, known as the ‘Source Code’, enables its subjects to take on a person’s identity for the last eight minutes of their lives. Colter has been programmed to relive the incident over and over again, piecing together clues until he can figure out who the suspect is and prevent another large-scale terrorist attack.
Shot by Don Burgess...
- 5/21/2024
- by Competitions
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Jesse Eisenberg has made a career out of playing socially awkward characters who find themselves in an extraordinary situation. The actor hit the peak of this trope when he was cast as Mark Zuckerberg in David Fincher’s The Social Network. The film was universally acclaimed and was nominated in eight categories at the Oscars, winning three.
Amidst screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, who adapted the first film from the book The Accidental Billionaires, talking about working on a sequel to the film, actor Jesse Eisenberg had expressed his enthusiasm at getting another stab at playing the billionaire long ago. However, he was not that hopeful about playing another billionaire he had played before – Lex Luthor.
Jesse Eisenberg Was Ready To Play Mark Zuckerberg Again Jesse Eisenberg in The Social Network
Actor Jesse Eisenberg is known for his roles in films such as Zombieland, Now You See Me, The Squid and the Whale,...
Amidst screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, who adapted the first film from the book The Accidental Billionaires, talking about working on a sequel to the film, actor Jesse Eisenberg had expressed his enthusiasm at getting another stab at playing the billionaire long ago. However, he was not that hopeful about playing another billionaire he had played before – Lex Luthor.
Jesse Eisenberg Was Ready To Play Mark Zuckerberg Again Jesse Eisenberg in The Social Network
Actor Jesse Eisenberg is known for his roles in films such as Zombieland, Now You See Me, The Squid and the Whale,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Jesse Eisenberg is well known among cinema lovers for his roles in films like The Social Network, Zombieland, and the Now You See Me franchise. Besides acting, the Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice actor is also renowned for his writing and directing skills. According to the actor, the Breaking Bad fame Bob Odenkirk played a crucial part in his writing career.
Jesse Eisenberg in The Social Network
Jesse Eisenberg admitted that he gave a script to Bob Odenkirk during his 20s and got a brutally honest reply. At that time he used to write movie scripts and some of them were even bought by movie companies before the Saul Goodman fame directed him on the right path.
How did Bob Odenkirk bring Jesse Eisenberg’s writing career to the correct track?
Bob Odenkirk in Better Call Saul
Earlier this year, Jesse Eisenberg raised headlines when his written and directed...
Jesse Eisenberg in The Social Network
Jesse Eisenberg admitted that he gave a script to Bob Odenkirk during his 20s and got a brutally honest reply. At that time he used to write movie scripts and some of them were even bought by movie companies before the Saul Goodman fame directed him on the right path.
How did Bob Odenkirk bring Jesse Eisenberg’s writing career to the correct track?
Bob Odenkirk in Better Call Saul
Earlier this year, Jesse Eisenberg raised headlines when his written and directed...
- 5/11/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Fans are truly excited about the MCU’s efforts to bring back the X-Men, anticipating an epic journey ahead. It is now no secret that Marvel Studios has been diligently searching for the right writer to spearhead the X-Men movie script, with recent reports confirming that they’ve narrowed it down to two final candidates.
Kevin Feige. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
However, fans find it somewhat peculiar that despite the recent surge in popularity of the X-Men ’97 animated series, Kevin Feige is not considering hiring that team for the movie, and they are not shy to vocalize their concerns, to say the least.
Meet the Two Finalists Shortlisted by Kevin Feige to Spearhead the Writing Process for the X-Men MCU Movie!
The search for writers for the X-Men movie has been ongoing for quite some time now, with the MCU taking this process pretty seriously. This is no ordinary task,...
Kevin Feige. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
However, fans find it somewhat peculiar that despite the recent surge in popularity of the X-Men ’97 animated series, Kevin Feige is not considering hiring that team for the movie, and they are not shy to vocalize their concerns, to say the least.
Meet the Two Finalists Shortlisted by Kevin Feige to Spearhead the Writing Process for the X-Men MCU Movie!
The search for writers for the X-Men movie has been ongoing for quite some time now, with the MCU taking this process pretty seriously. This is no ordinary task,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Marvel Studios Reportedly Eyes Ryan Coogler to Direct X-Men Reboot - Main Image
Marvel Studios reportedly prepares for the much-awaited X-Men reboot after Disney acquired its rights from 20 Century Fox in 2019. Though details about this highly-anticipated project remain under wraps, the studio is allegedly eyeing Ryan Coogler to direct the film.
Coogler has been known for creating critically acclaimed and commercially successful movies, like the 2018 Black Panther.
The film didn’t just break numerous box office records, becoming the highest-grossing film of all time by an African American director.
But it also brought the franchise three Oscar wins and several nominations, including Best Picture, a first for a superhero movie.
That said, it would be no surprise if Marvel chooses Coogler to helm its X-Men reboot.
Ryan Coogler May Direct Marvel Studios’ X-Men Reboot
Several X-Men characters have been making their way to the MCU, the most prominent being Charles Xavier,...
Marvel Studios reportedly prepares for the much-awaited X-Men reboot after Disney acquired its rights from 20 Century Fox in 2019. Though details about this highly-anticipated project remain under wraps, the studio is allegedly eyeing Ryan Coogler to direct the film.
Coogler has been known for creating critically acclaimed and commercially successful movies, like the 2018 Black Panther.
The film didn’t just break numerous box office records, becoming the highest-grossing film of all time by an African American director.
But it also brought the franchise three Oscar wins and several nominations, including Best Picture, a first for a superhero movie.
That said, it would be no surprise if Marvel chooses Coogler to helm its X-Men reboot.
Ryan Coogler May Direct Marvel Studios’ X-Men Reboot
Several X-Men characters have been making their way to the MCU, the most prominent being Charles Xavier,...
- 5/10/2024
- EpicStream
Two of-the-moment actors are leading a package headed to the Cannes market next week. Greta Lee, star of last year’s Oscar-nominated “Past Lives” and a SAG nominee for “The Morning Show,” and Kingsley Ben-Adir, whose starring vehicle “Bob Marley: One Love” exceeded box office expectations and who played Malcolm X in the three-time Oscar-nominated “One Night in Miami…,” are teaming with the reliable workhorse director Louis Leterrier in a new science fiction project called “11817.”
While the title could use an adjustment, Letterier – whose previous work includes “Transporter 2,” “Now You See Me,” and “The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance” – is co-producing the film with his new company, Carrousel Studios, with partners Thomas Benski, and French actor Omar Sy, who happens to be on this year’s Cannes jury.
The script is by Matthew Robinson, of “Monster Trucks” and “The Invention of Lying” note, as well as the shelved Patty Jenkins “Star Wars” project,...
While the title could use an adjustment, Letterier – whose previous work includes “Transporter 2,” “Now You See Me,” and “The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance” – is co-producing the film with his new company, Carrousel Studios, with partners Thomas Benski, and French actor Omar Sy, who happens to be on this year’s Cannes jury.
The script is by Matthew Robinson, of “Monster Trucks” and “The Invention of Lying” note, as well as the shelved Patty Jenkins “Star Wars” project,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Jordan Hoffman
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: Here’s some buzzy casting. Greta Lee (Past Lives) and Kingsley Ben-Adir (Bob Marley: One Love) are in negotiations to star in director and producer Louis Leterrier’s (Now You See Me) upcoming sci-fi horror film 11817.
Both actors are on a roll. The former is coming off a string of hits including Oscar nominee Past Lives, Apple TV drama The Morning Show and Sony’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, while Ben-Adir’s last two movies couldn’t have gone much better in the shape of box office hits Bob Marley: One Love and Barbie.
In 11817, inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who – or what – is keeping them trapped.
Additional casting is underway on the project, which is based on a script by Matthew Robinson.
Both actors are on a roll. The former is coming off a string of hits including Oscar nominee Past Lives, Apple TV drama The Morning Show and Sony’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, while Ben-Adir’s last two movies couldn’t have gone much better in the shape of box office hits Bob Marley: One Love and Barbie.
In 11817, inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who – or what – is keeping them trapped.
Additional casting is underway on the project, which is based on a script by Matthew Robinson.
- 5/7/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Rosamund Pike has joined the bulging cast of the third chapter of ‘Now You See Me.’
Her role in the upcoming mystery is being kept under lock and key but is said to be pivotal to the storyline.
Pike joins original cast members Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco and Morgan Freeman are expected to reprise their roles. Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa and Ariana Greenblatt have also been cast in new roles.
Also in news – Elizabeth Banks & Jessica Biel set for Amazon series ‘Better Sister’
Plot details are scarce however the latest movie will return to the lives of the thieving illusionists known as the Four Horseman and introduces a new generation of magicians.
Pike was last seen in Emerald Fennell’s ‘Saltburn’ for which she was nominated for best actress in a supporting role at the BAFTA Awards and best supporting actress in the motion picture category at the Golden Globes.
Her role in the upcoming mystery is being kept under lock and key but is said to be pivotal to the storyline.
Pike joins original cast members Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco and Morgan Freeman are expected to reprise their roles. Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa and Ariana Greenblatt have also been cast in new roles.
Also in news – Elizabeth Banks & Jessica Biel set for Amazon series ‘Better Sister’
Plot details are scarce however the latest movie will return to the lives of the thieving illusionists known as the Four Horseman and introduces a new generation of magicians.
Pike was last seen in Emerald Fennell’s ‘Saltburn’ for which she was nominated for best actress in a supporting role at the BAFTA Awards and best supporting actress in the motion picture category at the Golden Globes.
- 5/3/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Rosamund Pike has joined the cast of 'Now You See Me 3'.The 'Saltburn' actress' specific role in Lionsgate's upcoming third installment of the magician heist series is being kept under wraps, but movie bosses teased she has a "pivotal" part in the production.Original cast members Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco and Morgan Freeman are expected to reprise their roles, while Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa and Ariana Greenblatt are also newcomers to the cast.The film is being directed by 'Venom' filmmaker Ruben Fleischer, who will work from a script written by Eric Warren Singer, Seth Grahame-Smith and Mike Lesslie. Lionsgate president Nathan Kahane previously said of the writing team: "Eric has always been fascinated with the fine art of deception and illusion in all of its forms and he came to us with a great story that takes the...
- 5/3/2024
- by Viki Waters
- Bang Showbiz
Even after playing a sorceress on Wheel of Time, Rosamund Pike still has a few more tricks up her sleeve. The actor is the latest to join the cast of Lionsgate’s Now You See Me 3, the upcoming installment of the magic heist franchise.
She’s among a number of newcomers to the series, following Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa and Ariana Greenblatt. The actors join Now You See Me mainstays expected to return that include Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, and Morgan Freeman. Details of Pike’s role are being kept under wraps.
Louis Leterrier directed the first Now You See Me movie, which was released in 2013 and followed the Four Horsemen, a group of magicians known for their heist skills. It earned $351.7 million globally, and spawned a Jon M. Chu-directed sequel, released in 2016 and which brought in $334.8 million globally.
Venom and Uncharted director Ruben Fleischer...
She’s among a number of newcomers to the series, following Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa and Ariana Greenblatt. The actors join Now You See Me mainstays expected to return that include Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, and Morgan Freeman. Details of Pike’s role are being kept under wraps.
Louis Leterrier directed the first Now You See Me movie, which was released in 2013 and followed the Four Horsemen, a group of magicians known for their heist skills. It earned $351.7 million globally, and spawned a Jon M. Chu-directed sequel, released in 2016 and which brought in $334.8 million globally.
Venom and Uncharted director Ruben Fleischer...
- 5/2/2024
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Rosamund Pike (Saltburn) has come aboard for a role in the third installment of Lionsgate’s magic-themed franchise, Now You See Me, which has thus far grossed over $687Mm worldwide.
While specifics as to her role are under wraps, it’s described as “pivotal.” As previously announced, the threequel will see Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, and Morgan Freeman reprise. Others who have come aboard in new roles include Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, and Ariana Greenblatt.
While the plot for Now You See Me 3 is unclear at this point, it reintroduces audiences to the thieving illusionists known as the Four Horseman while introducing audiences to a new generation of magicians. Bobby Cohen and Secret Hideout’s Alex Kurtzman are producing, with Meredith Wieck and Erin Jones-Wesley overseeing the project for Lionsgate. Robert Melnik made deals for the studio.
Pike is coming off of another pivotal performance...
While specifics as to her role are under wraps, it’s described as “pivotal.” As previously announced, the threequel will see Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, and Morgan Freeman reprise. Others who have come aboard in new roles include Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, and Ariana Greenblatt.
While the plot for Now You See Me 3 is unclear at this point, it reintroduces audiences to the thieving illusionists known as the Four Horseman while introducing audiences to a new generation of magicians. Bobby Cohen and Secret Hideout’s Alex Kurtzman are producing, with Meredith Wieck and Erin Jones-Wesley overseeing the project for Lionsgate. Robert Melnik made deals for the studio.
Pike is coming off of another pivotal performance...
- 5/2/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Louis Leterrier has directed the action films The Transporter, Transporter 2, Unleashed, and Fast X, the action comedies The Brothers Grimsby and The Takedown, the mystery thriller Now You See Me, the fantasy adventure Clash of the Titans, and the comic book adaptation The Incredible Hulk (not to mention the TV shows The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance and Lupin), and over the decades his films have racked up $2 billion at the box office. Now he’s set to direct and produce the film 11817, working from a screenplay by Matthew Robinson (The Invention of Lying), which will see him venturing into the sci-fi horror realm.
11817 will show us what happens when inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who – or what – is keeping them trapped…...
11817 will show us what happens when inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who – or what – is keeping them trapped…...
- 5/2/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Rocket Science announced today that it will fully finance and launch international sales in Cannes on the sci-fi horror 11817 to be directed and produced by Louis Leterrier.
The French filmmaker’s Carrousel Studios, Rocket Science, Thank You Studios, Chernin Entertainment, and 3 Arts Entertainment are producing.
Matthew Robinson, whose credits include The Invention Of Lying, wrote the screenplay about a family of four trapped inside their house by inexplicable forces.
As modern luxuries and essential supplies start to run out, the family must adapt to survive and outsmart whoever or whatever is imprisoning them.
Casting is currently underway. CAA Media Finance represents North American rights.
The French filmmaker’s Carrousel Studios, Rocket Science, Thank You Studios, Chernin Entertainment, and 3 Arts Entertainment are producing.
Matthew Robinson, whose credits include The Invention Of Lying, wrote the screenplay about a family of four trapped inside their house by inexplicable forces.
As modern luxuries and essential supplies start to run out, the family must adapt to survive and outsmart whoever or whatever is imprisoning them.
Casting is currently underway. CAA Media Finance represents North American rights.
- 5/2/2024
- ScreenDaily
Louis Leterrier (Fast X) will direct and produce 11817, a sci-fi horror film scripted by Matthew Robinson (The Invention of Lying) that is being presented to buyers at Cannes by Rocket Science.
The film watches as inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who — or what — is keeping them trapped…
Casting is currently underway on the pic to be produced by Leterrier’s Carrousel Studios, Rocket Science, Thank You Studios, Chernin Entertainment (A North Road Company) and 3 Arts Entertainment. Producers include Leterrier, Thomas Benski and Omar Sy for Carrousel Studios, Lars Sylvest for Thank You Studios, Kori Adelson for Chernin Entertainment, Oly Obst of 3 Arts Entertainment, Thorsten Schumacher for Rocket Science, and Joe Neurauter. Cecile Gaget is exec producing for Carrousel Studios.
The film watches as inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who — or what — is keeping them trapped…
Casting is currently underway on the pic to be produced by Leterrier’s Carrousel Studios, Rocket Science, Thank You Studios, Chernin Entertainment (A North Road Company) and 3 Arts Entertainment. Producers include Leterrier, Thomas Benski and Omar Sy for Carrousel Studios, Lars Sylvest for Thank You Studios, Kori Adelson for Chernin Entertainment, Oly Obst of 3 Arts Entertainment, Thorsten Schumacher for Rocket Science, and Joe Neurauter. Cecile Gaget is exec producing for Carrousel Studios.
- 5/2/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Now You See Me is arguably one of the most underrated heist-thriller franchises of the past decade: despite its high production budgets, star-studded ensemble cast, and absolute commercial success at the global box office, the films have barely been mentioned in the media and on social media platforms nearly 8 years after the release of the second installment.
However, from 2020 to 2023, Lionsgate has been actively releasing information about the upcoming sequel, teasing fans of the film series with updates on the production process. And now, just over a week ago, the media giant announced that Now You See Me 3 is already in post-production, and with that came exciting details about the upcoming cast.
What makes this news so exciting is that Lionsgate will be correcting a mistake that disappointed audiences with the release of the second film, as one of the central and certainly incredibly memorable characters was not able to reprise their role.
However, from 2020 to 2023, Lionsgate has been actively releasing information about the upcoming sequel, teasing fans of the film series with updates on the production process. And now, just over a week ago, the media giant announced that Now You See Me 3 is already in post-production, and with that came exciting details about the upcoming cast.
What makes this news so exciting is that Lionsgate will be correcting a mistake that disappointed audiences with the release of the second film, as one of the central and certainly incredibly memorable characters was not able to reprise their role.
- 4/22/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
Sophie Kinsella is an English author, best known for writing the Shopaholic series. Her real name is Madeleine Sophie Wickham, but she prefers to sell her books under her pen name.
Kinsella is a beloved author too, and her books have always been well-received. The first two installments of the Shopaholic series were even adapted into a film, starring Isla Fisher. Unfortunately, the author shared a saddening update about her health, opening up about her fight with glioblastoma.
Fisher was the star of the film that Kinsella wrote (Source: Confessions of a Shopaholic)
What is glioblastoma, the medical condition that has affected Sophie Kinsella?
Sophie Kinsella is a renowned author who rose to prominence quite early on in her life. She released her first book, The Tennis Party, when she was only 26. The book went on to become a best-seller, and it brought numerous accolades Kinsella’s way. The Tennis...
Kinsella is a beloved author too, and her books have always been well-received. The first two installments of the Shopaholic series were even adapted into a film, starring Isla Fisher. Unfortunately, the author shared a saddening update about her health, opening up about her fight with glioblastoma.
Fisher was the star of the film that Kinsella wrote (Source: Confessions of a Shopaholic)
What is glioblastoma, the medical condition that has affected Sophie Kinsella?
Sophie Kinsella is a renowned author who rose to prominence quite early on in her life. She released her first book, The Tennis Party, when she was only 26. The book went on to become a best-seller, and it brought numerous accolades Kinsella’s way. The Tennis...
- 4/19/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
The Now You See Me franchise has people believing in the power of magic, and that’s in large part thanks to its incredibly talented (and wealthy) cast.
The series got its start in 2013, introducing us to the Four Horseman – magicians who pull off high-profile heists to steal from the wealthy to right past wrongs.
A second movie arrived in 2016, and we just got confirmation that a third movie was in the works! Many of the series’ original stars are expected to return.
Now You See Me features a star-studded cast of versatile actors who have been working in the industry for decades. As a result, many of them have amassed impressive net worths. But who is the richest?
With the news about a third movie, we got curious and did some digging to see what each of the actors was worth. We then ranked them, and the top earner is worth well over $200 million,...
The series got its start in 2013, introducing us to the Four Horseman – magicians who pull off high-profile heists to steal from the wealthy to right past wrongs.
A second movie arrived in 2016, and we just got confirmation that a third movie was in the works! Many of the series’ original stars are expected to return.
Now You See Me features a star-studded cast of versatile actors who have been working in the industry for decades. As a result, many of them have amassed impressive net worths. But who is the richest?
With the news about a third movie, we got curious and did some digging to see what each of the actors was worth. We then ranked them, and the top earner is worth well over $200 million,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Amazon’s free-of charge, ad-supported streaming platform that is only available in India, miniTV, is expanding its reach within the country. It is adding 200 shows and films for regional audiences and speakers of Tamil and Telugu.
The new line-up of dubbed titles includes marquee and fan-favourite Hindi originals including “Hunter- Tootega Nahi Todega,” “Physics Wallah,” action-packed patriotic series “Rakshak- India’s Braves,” and young romance series “Highway Love.”
Hollywood titles dubbed into Tamil and Telugu will include library titles “Twilight,” “Now You See Me,” the “Hunger Games” series, the “Step Up” franchise films and “Red.”
miniTV will also upload Korean, Turkish and Mandarin shows dubbed in Tamil and Telugu languages. But Amazon did not identify the new imported titles or their source.
“Our goal is to provide our viewers with a personalized and immersive viewing experience […] and ensure that everyone enjoys their favorite shows and movies in their preferred language,” said Amogh Dusad,...
The new line-up of dubbed titles includes marquee and fan-favourite Hindi originals including “Hunter- Tootega Nahi Todega,” “Physics Wallah,” action-packed patriotic series “Rakshak- India’s Braves,” and young romance series “Highway Love.”
Hollywood titles dubbed into Tamil and Telugu will include library titles “Twilight,” “Now You See Me,” the “Hunger Games” series, the “Step Up” franchise films and “Red.”
miniTV will also upload Korean, Turkish and Mandarin shows dubbed in Tamil and Telugu languages. But Amazon did not identify the new imported titles or their source.
“Our goal is to provide our viewers with a personalized and immersive viewing experience […] and ensure that everyone enjoys their favorite shows and movies in their preferred language,” said Amogh Dusad,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Now You See Me 3 is gearing up to roll cameras this year and Dominic Sessa, Justice Smith and Ariana Greenblatt have joined the cast.
Now You See Me 3 is coming out way sooner rather than later as Jesse Eisenberg confirmed that cameras would roll sometime this year. The sequel has been in the works for years, but it seems that it’s truly happening now.
The Hollywood Reporter reports that Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa and Ariana Greenblatt have joined the ensemble cast. Their roles, like the film’s plot, is still being kept under wraps, but one would imagine they might play a new generation of magicians.
Eisenberg seems to be on board and the previous films’ cast, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Woody Harrelson and Morgan Freeman are also expected to reprise their roles, but this hasn’t been officially confirmed yet.
Now You See Me 3 will be released by Lionsgate.
Now You See Me 3 is coming out way sooner rather than later as Jesse Eisenberg confirmed that cameras would roll sometime this year. The sequel has been in the works for years, but it seems that it’s truly happening now.
The Hollywood Reporter reports that Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa and Ariana Greenblatt have joined the ensemble cast. Their roles, like the film’s plot, is still being kept under wraps, but one would imagine they might play a new generation of magicians.
Eisenberg seems to be on board and the previous films’ cast, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Woody Harrelson and Morgan Freeman are also expected to reprise their roles, but this hasn’t been officially confirmed yet.
Now You See Me 3 will be released by Lionsgate.
- 4/18/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
After two successful installments of the magical heist franchise, “Now You See Me,” which have grossed over $680 million worldwide, Lionsgate is finally moving forward with the long-in-development “Now You See Me 3.” Director Ruben Fleischer (“Venom,” “Zombieland”) will direct the third installment of the illusionist heist series.
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- 4/17/2024
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
We just got a big update about the Now You See Me franchise!
The series kicked off in 2013 with the first movie, which introduced us to the Four Horsemen and their leader, a group a street magicians who find worldwide fame by pulling off impressive heists.
A sequel followed in 2016, and a third movie was said to be in the works as recently as 2020. However, since then we haven’t heard much.
On Tuesday (April 16), it was confirmed that work on the movie was progressing, and some big casting news was revealed!
Three actors have joined the cast, and six more stars have been announced as planning to return for the new movie. It appears that another actor will not be returning, and the fate of one more is still unclear.
Scroll through the slideshow for the full update on the movie’s cast…...
The series kicked off in 2013 with the first movie, which introduced us to the Four Horsemen and their leader, a group a street magicians who find worldwide fame by pulling off impressive heists.
A sequel followed in 2016, and a third movie was said to be in the works as recently as 2020. However, since then we haven’t heard much.
On Tuesday (April 16), it was confirmed that work on the movie was progressing, and some big casting news was revealed!
Three actors have joined the cast, and six more stars have been announced as planning to return for the new movie. It appears that another actor will not be returning, and the fate of one more is still unclear.
Scroll through the slideshow for the full update on the movie’s cast…...
- 4/16/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Exclusive: Ariana Greenblatt is joining the ensemble of Lionsgate’s Now You See Me 3 joining the all-star ensemble of Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher Dave Franco and Mark Ruffalo, who are all expected to return. Reuben Fleischer is back as director. Eric Warren Singer penned the script.
Plot Details are unknown at this time. Lionsgate had no comment. The film will be the third installment of the Now You See Me franchise, which has grossed $687 million WW. Bobby Cohen and Alex Kurtzman of Secret Hideout are teaming up again to produce.
Greenblatt is on a roll following her smash hit Barbie, which grossed $1.3 billion at last year’s box-office and was also nominated for best picture. Next up she has Lionsgate’s Borderlands where she stars opposite Cate Blanchett. She also played young Ashoka in Ashoka for Disney and Lucasfilm.
She is repped by Paradigm and Mosaic.
Plot Details are unknown at this time. Lionsgate had no comment. The film will be the third installment of the Now You See Me franchise, which has grossed $687 million WW. Bobby Cohen and Alex Kurtzman of Secret Hideout are teaming up again to produce.
Greenblatt is on a roll following her smash hit Barbie, which grossed $1.3 billion at last year’s box-office and was also nominated for best picture. Next up she has Lionsgate’s Borderlands where she stars opposite Cate Blanchett. She also played young Ashoka in Ashoka for Disney and Lucasfilm.
She is repped by Paradigm and Mosaic.
- 4/16/2024
- by Justin Kroll and Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Actors and actresses have their own most liked and disliked moments in their projects they become a part of, which can oftentimes, be the complete opposite of what the fans think about the same. For Daniel Radcliffe, the moment was the iconic ‘7 Harrys’ scene.
This particular scene, which was introduced in Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows – Part One, became a fan favorite since it featured Radcliffe doing different takes in different outfits of other characters.
Daniel Radcliffe in a still from Guns Akimbo
But according to the actor himself, he revealed that it was probably one of his lesser loved scenes to shoot for his role as Harry Potter in the franchise because it was exhausting. On the other hand, he was also excited while shooting this segment because he got to realize how he could easily play the role of Emma Watson’s Hermione Granger while he wore ladies’ clothing.
This particular scene, which was introduced in Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows – Part One, became a fan favorite since it featured Radcliffe doing different takes in different outfits of other characters.
Daniel Radcliffe in a still from Guns Akimbo
But according to the actor himself, he revealed that it was probably one of his lesser loved scenes to shoot for his role as Harry Potter in the franchise because it was exhausting. On the other hand, he was also excited while shooting this segment because he got to realize how he could easily play the role of Emma Watson’s Hermione Granger while he wore ladies’ clothing.
- 4/15/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
In the past, many actors have gone to extreme lengths to play a character or prepare for a role they were offered to make the most of the opportunity. For Jesse Eisenberg, that length was going full monkey mode and playing the role of Sasquatch.
In fact, the initial release and clips from his film Sasquatch Sunset has turned the eyes of almost everyone to the project, who cannot wait to witness this film in theaters soon.
Jesse Eisenberg in a still from Batman Vs Superman: Dawn of Justice
But even when people are impressed with what the star has done in this surreal comedy film, it seems like a different species of audience member didn’t feel the same. In an interview, Eisenberg revealed that he once showed this film to a Bonobo monkey named Kanzi, who is considered the smartest ape, who had a very strong reaction to his character in the film.
In fact, the initial release and clips from his film Sasquatch Sunset has turned the eyes of almost everyone to the project, who cannot wait to witness this film in theaters soon.
Jesse Eisenberg in a still from Batman Vs Superman: Dawn of Justice
But even when people are impressed with what the star has done in this surreal comedy film, it seems like a different species of audience member didn’t feel the same. In an interview, Eisenberg revealed that he once showed this film to a Bonobo monkey named Kanzi, who is considered the smartest ape, who had a very strong reaction to his character in the film.
- 4/14/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
Lionsgate hosted a high-octane CinemaCon presentation on Wednesday morning, showing first footage from Michael, Ballerina, and Good Fortune, and announcing a partnership with Margot Robbie’s LuckyChap on Monopoly.
The studio also brought Halle Berry, Aziz Ansari, Henry Cavill and Eli Roth on to the stage at The Colosseum in Caesars Palace and talked up Borderlands, The Crow, and a trio of Guy Ritchie features.
Michael producer Graham King took to the stage at the session finale to introduce extended first footage from his Michael Jackson biopic, showing Jackson in his youth and later in life as the world-beating performer...
The studio also brought Halle Berry, Aziz Ansari, Henry Cavill and Eli Roth on to the stage at The Colosseum in Caesars Palace and talked up Borderlands, The Crow, and a trio of Guy Ritchie features.
Michael producer Graham King took to the stage at the session finale to introduce extended first footage from his Michael Jackson biopic, showing Jackson in his youth and later in life as the world-beating performer...
- 4/10/2024
- ScreenDaily
Lionsgate spilled more details about Now You See Me 3 at CinemaCon 2024 on Wednesday (April 10th), revealing the sequel will feature the original cast alongside “a new generation of magician thieves,” reports DiscussingFilm.
As previously announced by Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Chair Joe Drake in an investor call last year, Zombieland director Ruben Fleischer will helm the movie. At the time, Drake described the sequel as a “reimagining” of the first two films and said production was slated for this spring.
Last month, star Jesse Eisenberg gave another update, telling Collider that he had already read the script for Now You See Me 3. He also speculated production could begin in “the next six months.”
Directed by Louis Leterrier, the original Now You See Me was released in 2013 and starred Eisenberg as the leader of the Four Horsemen, a group of bank-robbing magicians also comprised of Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher,...
As previously announced by Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Chair Joe Drake in an investor call last year, Zombieland director Ruben Fleischer will helm the movie. At the time, Drake described the sequel as a “reimagining” of the first two films and said production was slated for this spring.
Last month, star Jesse Eisenberg gave another update, telling Collider that he had already read the script for Now You See Me 3. He also speculated production could begin in “the next six months.”
Directed by Louis Leterrier, the original Now You See Me was released in 2013 and starred Eisenberg as the leader of the Four Horsemen, a group of bank-robbing magicians also comprised of Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher,...
- 4/10/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Film News
Ever since they first started dating, Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher have been considered one of Hollywood’s most mysterious and unexpected pairs. While their acting skills are widely recognized, their timing in making a significant personal announcement last week may have left some people scratching their heads.
The couple revealed on their respective Instagram accounts that they had filed for divorce in 2023. This occurred a few days after Rebel Wilson made clear in her new memoir, Rebel Rising, that she had experienced s*xual harassment and lewd demands from Cohen during their collaboration on the 2016 comedy flick, The Brothers Grimsby.
Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher (credit: @sachabaroncohen/Ig)
According to a close source to the estranged couple, Wilson’s allegations are in no way connected with Cohen and Fisher’s split.
Rebel Wilson’s Side of the Story Against Sacha Baron Cohen
Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla...
The couple revealed on their respective Instagram accounts that they had filed for divorce in 2023. This occurred a few days after Rebel Wilson made clear in her new memoir, Rebel Rising, that she had experienced s*xual harassment and lewd demands from Cohen during their collaboration on the 2016 comedy flick, The Brothers Grimsby.
Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher (credit: @sachabaroncohen/Ig)
According to a close source to the estranged couple, Wilson’s allegations are in no way connected with Cohen and Fisher’s split.
Rebel Wilson’s Side of the Story Against Sacha Baron Cohen
Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla...
- 4/9/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Actors Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher are divorcing after 13 years of marriage.
The pair announced their divorce via joint Instagram Stories. They uploaded an image of themselves in athletic wear with the caption, “After a long tennis match lasting over 20 years, we are finally putting our racquets down. In 2023, we jointly filed to end our marriage.”
“We have always prioritized our privacy, and have been quietly working through this change. We forever share in our devotion and love for our children. We sincerely appreciate you respecting our family’s wish for privacy.”
Cohen, 52, and Fisher, 48, met at a party in Sydney, Australia, in 2001. They engaged in 2004 and married in 2010 after Fisher converted to Judaism. The ceremony was held in Paris. The couple has three children: two daughters and one son.
“[Fisher] was hilarious,” Cohen told The New York Times. “We were at a very pretentious party, and me and her...
The pair announced their divorce via joint Instagram Stories. They uploaded an image of themselves in athletic wear with the caption, “After a long tennis match lasting over 20 years, we are finally putting our racquets down. In 2023, we jointly filed to end our marriage.”
“We have always prioritized our privacy, and have been quietly working through this change. We forever share in our devotion and love for our children. We sincerely appreciate you respecting our family’s wish for privacy.”
Cohen, 52, and Fisher, 48, met at a party in Sydney, Australia, in 2001. They engaged in 2004 and married in 2010 after Fisher converted to Judaism. The ceremony was held in Paris. The couple has three children: two daughters and one son.
“[Fisher] was hilarious,” Cohen told The New York Times. “We were at a very pretentious party, and me and her...
- 4/6/2024
- by Ann Hoang
- Uinterview
Destin Daniel Cretton, the filmmaker who co-wrote and directed the Marvel Studios movie Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and who executive produced American Born Chinese for Disney+, has launched Hisako, a new multimedia production company.
Cretton will run the banner with Jeyun Munford, formerly an executive at Universal and Lionsgate, who will act as the company’s president, running both film and television arms.
With a focus on empowering filmmakers and creatives, one of Hisako’s mission statements is a commitment to transforming the film and television landscape by highlighting marginalized stories and pushing them into the mainstream. The company is founded on the underlying conviction that storytelling has the power to unite audiences worldwide through shared emotions and experiences.
One of the first projects out of the gate for Hisako will be the big-screen live-action take on Naruto, one of the most popular mangas of all time.
Cretton will run the banner with Jeyun Munford, formerly an executive at Universal and Lionsgate, who will act as the company’s president, running both film and television arms.
With a focus on empowering filmmakers and creatives, one of Hisako’s mission statements is a commitment to transforming the film and television landscape by highlighting marginalized stories and pushing them into the mainstream. The company is founded on the underlying conviction that storytelling has the power to unite audiences worldwide through shared emotions and experiences.
One of the first projects out of the gate for Hisako will be the big-screen live-action take on Naruto, one of the most popular mangas of all time.
- 4/4/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Actor Omar Sy has teamed with Lupin and Fast X director Louis Leterrier and former Pulse Films CEO Thomas Benski to launch Carrousel Studios.
Carrousel Studios is billed as an artists-first European independent studio and media company with a focus on producing commercial films and high-end TV series for global audiences. Carrousel will lean into genres such as elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy.
A statement announcing the launch of Carrousel said the founding trio “plan to modernise the process of developing, financing and producing films and series, and take advantage of myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production,...
Carrousel Studios is billed as an artists-first European independent studio and media company with a focus on producing commercial films and high-end TV series for global audiences. Carrousel will lean into genres such as elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy.
A statement announcing the launch of Carrousel said the founding trio “plan to modernise the process of developing, financing and producing films and series, and take advantage of myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production,...
- 3/15/2024
- ScreenDaily
“Lupin” star Omar Sy, “Fast X” director Louis Leterrier and “Gangs of London” producer Thomas Benski have launched Carrousel Studios, a European independent production company with offices in Paris, London, Los Angeles and Senegal.
The banner will finance and produce film and TV projects, with an emphasis on elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy. The company will look to tap into tax credits, European incentives and brands to finance content. CAA Media Finance architected the financing for the venture.
Sy, Leterrier and Benski, who have worked together on several series and films, said the name of the company, Carrousel, reflects its inclusive DNA. “A carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from, no matter their age or background,” explained the trio in a joint statement. “Additionally, the word carrousel is understood around the globe and associated with magical moments. Our Carrousel will have that same feel,...
The banner will finance and produce film and TV projects, with an emphasis on elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy. The company will look to tap into tax credits, European incentives and brands to finance content. CAA Media Finance architected the financing for the venture.
Sy, Leterrier and Benski, who have worked together on several series and films, said the name of the company, Carrousel, reflects its inclusive DNA. “A carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from, no matter their age or background,” explained the trio in a joint statement. “Additionally, the word carrousel is understood around the globe and associated with magical moments. Our Carrousel will have that same feel,...
- 3/15/2024
- by Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
French star Omar Sy (Lupin, The Intouchables) is joining forces with Fast X and Transporter director Louis Leterrier and producer Thomas Benski (American Honey, Gangs of London) to launch Carrousel Studios, a new European independent studio.
Billed as an “artists-first” studio, Carrousel aims to focus on elevated genre, in the film and TV, to “lean into elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy projects,” according to a statement, by taking advantage of “myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production, incredible talent (in front and behind the camera) as well as other European incentives.”
All three men are represented by CAA and CAA Media Finance set up the financing for the venture. Carrousel Studios will have offices in Paris, London, Los Angeles and Senegal.
The company name is meant to evoke a spirit of entertainment. “By definition, a carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from,...
Billed as an “artists-first” studio, Carrousel aims to focus on elevated genre, in the film and TV, to “lean into elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy projects,” according to a statement, by taking advantage of “myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production, incredible talent (in front and behind the camera) as well as other European incentives.”
All three men are represented by CAA and CAA Media Finance set up the financing for the venture. Carrousel Studios will have offices in Paris, London, Los Angeles and Senegal.
The company name is meant to evoke a spirit of entertainment. “By definition, a carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from,...
- 3/15/2024
- by Scott Roxborough
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Actor and producer Omar Sy (Lupin), director-producer Louis Leterrier (Fast X) and producer and Pulse Films founder Thomas Benski (American Honey) are launching Carrousel Studios with bases in Paris, London, LA and Senegal.
The film and TV company will develop and produce projects for the global market and look to work closely with emerging and established talent. While not exclusive to the genres, the firm plans to lean into elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy projects. It will also incorporate in-house marketing and communications for its projects. CAA Media Finance architected the financing for the venture.
“By definition, a carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from, no matter their age or background,” explained Sy, Leterrier and Benski in a joint statement. “Additionally, the word carrousel is understood around the globe and associated with magical moments. Our Carrousel will have that same feel,...
The film and TV company will develop and produce projects for the global market and look to work closely with emerging and established talent. While not exclusive to the genres, the firm plans to lean into elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy projects. It will also incorporate in-house marketing and communications for its projects. CAA Media Finance architected the financing for the venture.
“By definition, a carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from, no matter their age or background,” explained Sy, Leterrier and Benski in a joint statement. “Additionally, the word carrousel is understood around the globe and associated with magical moments. Our Carrousel will have that same feel,...
- 3/15/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Actor Omar Sy has teamed with Lupin and Fast X director Louis Leterrier and former Pulse Films CEO Thomas Benski to launch Carousel Studios.
Carousel Studios is billed as an artists-first European independent studio and media company with a focus on producing commercial films and high-end TV series for global audiences. Carousel will lean into genres such as elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy.
A statement announcing the launch of Carousel said the founding trio “plan to modernise the process of developing, financing and producing films and series, and take advantage of myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production,...
Carousel Studios is billed as an artists-first European independent studio and media company with a focus on producing commercial films and high-end TV series for global audiences. Carousel will lean into genres such as elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy.
A statement announcing the launch of Carousel said the founding trio “plan to modernise the process of developing, financing and producing films and series, and take advantage of myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production,...
- 3/15/2024
- ScreenDaily
While Mark Ruffalo is now a bonafide veteran in Hollywood, there was a time when he struggled to gain fame as an actor. Ruffalo’s journey into acting began unexpectedly during his twelfth-grade year when he walked through the theatre department at his Virginia Beach high school.
His family had relocated from Kenosha, Wisconsin, where he was enrolled in a Catholic school. Dealing with undiagnosed dyslexia, his classmates used to laugh at him as he struggled to read aloud.
Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner in the MCU
Ruffalo began pursuing acting at 19 but couldn’t make ends meet until he was 27. The Hollywood star went to many auditions but kept getting turned down.
He survived on apples and loaves of bread, riding a $200 Honda motorbike through all sorts of weather conditions to make it to auditions. It wasn’t easy for him, but he had a guardian angel who sent...
His family had relocated from Kenosha, Wisconsin, where he was enrolled in a Catholic school. Dealing with undiagnosed dyslexia, his classmates used to laugh at him as he struggled to read aloud.
Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner in the MCU
Ruffalo began pursuing acting at 19 but couldn’t make ends meet until he was 27. The Hollywood star went to many auditions but kept getting turned down.
He survived on apples and loaves of bread, riding a $200 Honda motorbike through all sorts of weather conditions to make it to auditions. It wasn’t easy for him, but he had a guardian angel who sent...
- 3/12/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Magician heist sequel Now You See Me 3 – in the works for years – is finally set to begin filming in the next six months according to star Jesse Eisenberg.
Proving that time itself is a dark illusion, it’s now over a decade since the original Now You See Me materialised in cinemas. Directed by Louis Leterrier, its magician-based twist on the knock-about heist format – a kind of Oceans 11 with wands – made it a decent hit, spawning a miniature franchise.
According to Jesse Eisenberg, who recently spoke to Collider, Now You See Me 3 – a sequel talked about as long ago as 2015 – is finally due to get underway this year.
Responding that he’s read the script, Eisenberg told the outlet that “Hopefully it will happen in the next six months,” and added that “it’s really great.”
Both the 2013 original and its 2016 sequel were enlivened by their starry ensemble casts,...
Proving that time itself is a dark illusion, it’s now over a decade since the original Now You See Me materialised in cinemas. Directed by Louis Leterrier, its magician-based twist on the knock-about heist format – a kind of Oceans 11 with wands – made it a decent hit, spawning a miniature franchise.
According to Jesse Eisenberg, who recently spoke to Collider, Now You See Me 3 – a sequel talked about as long ago as 2015 – is finally due to get underway this year.
Responding that he’s read the script, Eisenberg told the outlet that “Hopefully it will happen in the next six months,” and added that “it’s really great.”
Both the 2013 original and its 2016 sequel were enlivened by their starry ensemble casts,...
- 3/11/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
With the Oscars 2024 finally making history, this ceremony indeed felt different than the previous Oscars. Although Will Smith did slap Chris Rock almost two years ago, this year the Oscars were too competitive.
Christopher Nolan, Cillian Murphy, Margot Robbie, Emma Stone, and a plethora of actors were involved in the event. Some of the celebrities like Mahershala Ali and Billie Eilish were spotted wearing red lapel pins showcasing their support for the Israel-Gaza ceasefire!
Billie Eilish was spotted with the red lapel pin (Credits: The New York Times)
Billie Eilish And Several Other Stars Wore The Red Lapel Pin
People may remember actress Melissa Barrera who was fired from Scream 7 because of her comments on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Well, since her firing, several big-name celebrities have decided to speak up against the conflict and the killings of innocent people.
Mark Ruffalo in a still from Now You See Me...
Christopher Nolan, Cillian Murphy, Margot Robbie, Emma Stone, and a plethora of actors were involved in the event. Some of the celebrities like Mahershala Ali and Billie Eilish were spotted wearing red lapel pins showcasing their support for the Israel-Gaza ceasefire!
Billie Eilish was spotted with the red lapel pin (Credits: The New York Times)
Billie Eilish And Several Other Stars Wore The Red Lapel Pin
People may remember actress Melissa Barrera who was fired from Scream 7 because of her comments on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Well, since her firing, several big-name celebrities have decided to speak up against the conflict and the killings of innocent people.
Mark Ruffalo in a still from Now You See Me...
- 3/11/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Actor Morgan Freeman is known as the forever wise old man of Hollywood. The actor has played roles in Bruce Almighty, Shawshank Redemption, Se7en, and Now You See Me. The actor has worked with acclaimed directors in his six-decade-long career, including filmmakers such as Christopher Nolan, Clint Eastwood, and Steven Spielberg.
Due to his sprawling career, the actor has been able to observe each director’s style and process. The actor mentioned that he sees similarities in the way directors Christopher Nolan and Clint Eastwood work, as both are taskmasters who quickly get through shoots. He mentioned that Nolan and Eastwood also shared disdain for multiple takes.
Morgan Freeman On Christopher Nolan’s Directing Style Morgan Freeman in The Dark Knight Rises
Morgan Freeman has worked with director Christopher Nolan on The Dark Knight trilogy. The actor played the role of Lucius Fox, Bruce Wayne’s manager at Wayne Enterprises...
Due to his sprawling career, the actor has been able to observe each director’s style and process. The actor mentioned that he sees similarities in the way directors Christopher Nolan and Clint Eastwood work, as both are taskmasters who quickly get through shoots. He mentioned that Nolan and Eastwood also shared disdain for multiple takes.
Morgan Freeman On Christopher Nolan’s Directing Style Morgan Freeman in The Dark Knight Rises
Morgan Freeman has worked with director Christopher Nolan on The Dark Knight trilogy. The actor played the role of Lucius Fox, Bruce Wayne’s manager at Wayne Enterprises...
- 3/4/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Savannah Guthrie may have been cut from a popular television gig, but that hasn’t slowed down her success!
Along with appearing on NBC’s morning program, Today, Savannah is also a best-selling author.
Monsters and Critics reported that she’d recently released her newest book, Mostly What God Does, and warned fans of frauds and scammers.
During a recent Today episode, she recalled how she had been in consideration for a special role.
Also up for a role alongside her in the prominent show was her co-anchor, Hoda Kotb.
However, according to their Today co-star, Carson Daly, she and Hoda were not chosen for the final footage.
Savannah learned she was cut from TV role
Earlier this week, Carson dropped the news that his co-stars Savannah and Hoda aren’t featured on HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm.
The longtime comedy series, starring and created by Larry David, is in its final season,...
Along with appearing on NBC’s morning program, Today, Savannah is also a best-selling author.
Monsters and Critics reported that she’d recently released her newest book, Mostly What God Does, and warned fans of frauds and scammers.
During a recent Today episode, she recalled how she had been in consideration for a special role.
Also up for a role alongside her in the prominent show was her co-anchor, Hoda Kotb.
However, according to their Today co-star, Carson Daly, she and Hoda were not chosen for the final footage.
Savannah learned she was cut from TV role
Earlier this week, Carson dropped the news that his co-stars Savannah and Hoda aren’t featured on HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm.
The longtime comedy series, starring and created by Larry David, is in its final season,...
- 3/2/2024
- by Matt Couden
- Monsters and Critics
Kristen Stewart returns to the big screen, in her first role since David Cronenberg’s 2022 horror “Crimes of the Future,” in “Love Lies Bleeding,” a romantic thriller. from A24.
In “Love Lies Bleeding,” Stewart plays a gym manager, Lou, who meets a bodybuilder named Jackie (Katy M. O’Brian), who has stopped into town and is intent on going to Las Vegas to pursue her bodybuilding dreams. Lou falls in love with Jackie, but their steamy relationship is disrupted as the two face dangerous threats from Lou’s criminal father. The trailer shows their romantic spark and the bloody chaos that ensues.
O’Brian has previously starred in “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” “The Mandalorian” and will be seen in next year’s “Twisters.” Most recently, Stewart received a 2022 Oscar nomination for best actress for playing Princess Diana in “Spencer.”
Also starring in the film are Ed Harris (“Apollo 13”) as Lou’s father,...
In “Love Lies Bleeding,” Stewart plays a gym manager, Lou, who meets a bodybuilder named Jackie (Katy M. O’Brian), who has stopped into town and is intent on going to Las Vegas to pursue her bodybuilding dreams. Lou falls in love with Jackie, but their steamy relationship is disrupted as the two face dangerous threats from Lou’s criminal father. The trailer shows their romantic spark and the bloody chaos that ensues.
O’Brian has previously starred in “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” “The Mandalorian” and will be seen in next year’s “Twisters.” Most recently, Stewart received a 2022 Oscar nomination for best actress for playing Princess Diana in “Spencer.”
Also starring in the film are Ed Harris (“Apollo 13”) as Lou’s father,...
- 12/19/2023
- by Valerie Wu
- Variety Film + TV
US theatrical release set for 2024. Protagonist Pictures represents international sales.
Bleecker Street said on Tuesday it will release Sasquatch Sunset from directing duo David and Nathan Zellner starring Riley Keough and Jesse Eisenberg after boarding US rights in 2022 prior to the low-key shoot in northern California.
The Square Peg, Zbi, and The Space Program production is described as a year in the life of a singular family. Plot details remaining under wraps. The cast includes Nathan Zellner and Christophe Zajac-Denek.
Producers are Lars Knudsen, Tyler Campellone, Nathan Zellner, David Zellner, George Rush, Eisenberg, and David Harari, Ari Aster serves as...
Bleecker Street said on Tuesday it will release Sasquatch Sunset from directing duo David and Nathan Zellner starring Riley Keough and Jesse Eisenberg after boarding US rights in 2022 prior to the low-key shoot in northern California.
The Square Peg, Zbi, and The Space Program production is described as a year in the life of a singular family. Plot details remaining under wraps. The cast includes Nathan Zellner and Christophe Zajac-Denek.
Producers are Lars Knudsen, Tyler Campellone, Nathan Zellner, David Zellner, George Rush, Eisenberg, and David Harari, Ari Aster serves as...
- 12/5/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Back in 2016, Lionsgate gave the green light to a third Now You See Me film — before the second one had even hit theaters. Now that the sequel is out (and seven years old), the production company is finally moving forward with Now You See Me 3.
Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Chair Joe Drake announced the news during an investors call this week. He also confirmed that Zombieland director Ruben Fleischer was onboard to helm the project.
Drake described the forthcoming installment as a “reimagining” of the first two films, with production set to begin next spring.
The first Now You See Me, released in 2013, starred Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Mark Ruffalo, and Morgan Freeman. Directed by Louis Leterrier, the film centered on a group of justice seeking, bank robbing magicians being followed by the FBI. Jon M. Chu helmed the sequel, which arrived three years later.
It’s unclear if...
Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Chair Joe Drake announced the news during an investors call this week. He also confirmed that Zombieland director Ruben Fleischer was onboard to helm the project.
Drake described the forthcoming installment as a “reimagining” of the first two films, with production set to begin next spring.
The first Now You See Me, released in 2013, starred Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Mark Ruffalo, and Morgan Freeman. Directed by Louis Leterrier, the film centered on a group of justice seeking, bank robbing magicians being followed by the FBI. Jon M. Chu helmed the sequel, which arrived three years later.
It’s unclear if...
- 11/12/2023
- by Carys Anderson
- Consequence - Film News
Fans of the action and heist genres have something to look forward to, as two popular franchises are getting ready to release their next installments. Here is what we know so far about Now You See Me 3 and John Wick 5.
Now You See Me 3
The Now You See Me franchise follows a group of magicians known as the Four Horsemen, who use their skills to pull off elaborate heists and expose corruption. The first two movies, released in 2013 and 2016, were box office hits, earning over $680 million worldwide1.
A third movie was announced in 2015, before the release of the second one, and was supposed to be shot back-to-back with it. However, due to various factors, including the busy schedules of the cast and the studio’s concerns over the profitability, the production was delayed2.
In September 2022, Lionsgate hired Ruben Fleischer, the director of Zombieland and Venom, to helm the third movie,...
Now You See Me 3
The Now You See Me franchise follows a group of magicians known as the Four Horsemen, who use their skills to pull off elaborate heists and expose corruption. The first two movies, released in 2013 and 2016, were box office hits, earning over $680 million worldwide1.
A third movie was announced in 2015, before the release of the second one, and was supposed to be shot back-to-back with it. However, due to various factors, including the busy schedules of the cast and the studio’s concerns over the profitability, the production was delayed2.
In September 2022, Lionsgate hired Ruben Fleischer, the director of Zombieland and Venom, to helm the third movie,...
- 11/12/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Christmas comes early on Max, as the streamer adds a bevy of holiday movies to its library for the month of November, alongside new TV debuts, a noteworthy documentary and more. “Elf,” “Christmas Vacation,” “Arthur Christmas,” “The Shop Around the Corner” and “Four Christmases” are some of the holiday films arriving on the streaming platform on Nov. 1.
This month also sees the Season 2 premieres of “Rap Sh!t” (on Nov. 9) and “Julia” (on Nov. 16) and the series premiere of “Two and a Half Men” creator Chuck Lorre’s new sitcom “Bookie” starring Sebastian Maniscalco (on Nov. 30).
On Nov. 11, check out the documentary “Albert Brooks: Defending My Life” in which the comedian, actor and filmmaker’s best friend Rob Reiner peppers him with questions about his life and career.
And Chip and Joanna Gaines renovate a 100-year-old building in “Fixer Upper: The Hotel,” which premieres on Nov. 8.
Check out the full list...
This month also sees the Season 2 premieres of “Rap Sh!t” (on Nov. 9) and “Julia” (on Nov. 16) and the series premiere of “Two and a Half Men” creator Chuck Lorre’s new sitcom “Bookie” starring Sebastian Maniscalco (on Nov. 30).
On Nov. 11, check out the documentary “Albert Brooks: Defending My Life” in which the comedian, actor and filmmaker’s best friend Rob Reiner peppers him with questions about his life and career.
And Chip and Joanna Gaines renovate a 100-year-old building in “Fixer Upper: The Hotel,” which premieres on Nov. 8.
Check out the full list...
- 11/3/2023
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
It’s a lean month for new original content on HBO/Max. November will see the return of two scripted series in Julia and Rap Sh!t, both of which are debuting their respective second seasons, but this month’s fresh highlight is likely to be Bookie, a new comedy series from the partnership of The Big Bang Theory creator Chuck Lorre, and Nick Bakay. The show tracks an LA bookie called Danny (Sebastian Maniscalco), whose business is in peril as California movies to legalize sports gambling.
Elsewhere in November, there quite a few interesting documentaries to keep an eye on, and two that jump out as “must watch”. The first is Albert Brooks: Defending My Life, which chronicles the aging comedian’s life and career. The second is the previously-released Little Richard: I Am Everything, which tries to peel back the whitewashed canon of Richard Penniman in a true...
Elsewhere in November, there quite a few interesting documentaries to keep an eye on, and two that jump out as “must watch”. The first is Albert Brooks: Defending My Life, which chronicles the aging comedian’s life and career. The second is the previously-released Little Richard: I Am Everything, which tries to peel back the whitewashed canon of Richard Penniman in a true...
- 11/1/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
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