After dominating at the box office when the first film was released, there's naturally a lot of excitement behind the upcoming film Smile 2 from Paramount Pictures To make the situation even sweeter, early reviews suggest that the film could surpass the original in terms of quality Now, the film's writer-director is opening up about[...]
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It's been over 20 years since the release of the cult classic comedy Napoleon Dynamite — and while a follow-up project didn't seem likely, there's still a chance that we'll see the return of the beloved characters according to one of the film's original stars.
In a recent interview with ComicBook.com, Efren Ramirez, who played Pedro[...]
Sometimes, you just need to close out a chapter of your Middle-earth story, even if your character has proven to be extremely popular!
Hugo Weaving attends the Photocall of Black 47 during 68th Berlinale International Film Festival at The Grand Hyatt Hotel on February 16, 2018 in Berlin Editorial credit: Denis Makarenko / Shutterstock.com
Hugo Weaving is[...]
The Greenland franchise, which began with the 2020 disaster film Greenland, has amassed a loyal following with its thrilling depiction of a family's fight for survival amid a catastrophic comet strike The story itself follows John Garrity (Gerard Butler) and his family as they seek refuge in Greenland, only to face new challenges in the[...]
Salem's Lot is known as a popular horror story by Stephen King, a mini-series, and more recently, a film that's been in development for over five years. Although the project was filmed in 2021, the release of Salem's Lot remained in limbo for more than two years before its recent drop via Max During a recent[...]
However, as we learned, the film opted to cast Paul Mescal in the role in an effort to find a younger actor to fit the character's timeline Now, the original Lucius actor has shared his thoughts on being replaced by Mescal in the upcoming sequel And as it turns out, he's extremely thrilled to check[...]
It's been a few years since the release of the beloved A24 cult classic film Midsommar In a recent interview, actor Florence Pugh delved a little deeper into her interpretation of the movie's climactic ending from director Ari Aster.
Reflecting on the moment Dani chooses her boyfriend Christian to be burnt; Pugh explained that from her viewpoint,[...]
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The Success of Beetlejuice and its Recent Sequel
The original Beetlejuice film, directed by Burton, became a cultural phenomenon, thanks in large part to Keaton's unforgettable performance with his wild antics and iconic catchphrases However, its ensemble was also a selling point — and the recent well-received sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice brought back several original cast members,[...]
Especially since the film was released in theaters and via Peacock, garnering nearly $300 million at the box office and massive streaming numbers Now, after a few slight updates and promising comments about the film's development, a returning cast member is revealing its current status.
(from left) Foxy, Chica, Freddy Fazbear, and Bonnie in Five Nights[...]
The highly favored Ghostbusters franchise (which has already been around for decades) is potentially set to continue its legacy with an exciting update from Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire director Gil Kenan. But it's the Ghostbuster franchise we're talking about here, so did we ever really count the film series out in the first place? Here's what we know courtesy of the[...]
When you're making a film that comes from the mind of the renowned genre mastermind Stephen King, a lot of content needs to be covered, in some instances, it's because his characters are so detailed and fleshed-out, and in other instances, there are lengthy genre sequences that need to be adapted (which has even resulted[...]
While we'll be getting a few favorites like Art the Clown or the second film's lead, Sienna, there's also the return of Vicky, whose role in the franchise still needs to be explored Here's what Leone recently had to say about Vicky's return in Terrifier 3.
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While the film offers Disney a chance to recalibrate its live-action reputation, there are always risks associated with adopting a favored animated title.
Snow White (Rachel Zegler) and (alphabetically) Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Sneezy in Disney's Snow White, a live-action musical reimagining of the classic tale, now set for release March 21, 2025, nationwide[...]
The 2010 film The Social Network, directed by David Fincher and written by Aaron Sorkin, was known to chronicle the tumultuous origins of Facebook, garnering critical acclaim and multiple awards, including three Oscars With the consistent rise of social media's influence and the controversies surrounding it, discussions about a sequel have naturally emerged from both[...]
Katz and written by Simon Barrett, the new horror film Azrael stars Samara Weaving in a post-apocalyptic world as the titular character, Azrael, navigating a desolate landscape while being hunted by a devout, female-led community Now, after hitting theaters via IFC Films, the film's iconic leading actor is discussing why she wanted to join the[...]
Hold Your Breath is a psychological, historical horror film directed by Karrie Crouse and Will Joines It is intended to transport viewers to the 1930s Oklahoma Dust Bowl, a period marked by severe dust storms and economic hardship Now, the film's lead reveals how she prepared for her newest role in a genre-blending period piece.
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Emil Nicholas in the 2022 film Morbius, recently opened up about his experience working on the movie and his thoughts on its less-than-thrilling reception And based on his comments, it's pretty clear that the film's script didn't initially entice him.
Reflecting on his decision to join the cast, Harris candidly admits to i News (first shared[...]
When The Terminator was released in 1984, it was widely recognized as a groundbreaking film that combined science fiction with relentless action In fact, the genre film effortlessly impressed audiences so much that it went on to spawn an entire cinematic franchise.
During a recent interview with Empire Magazine (via Screen Rant), James Cameron, the visionary[...]
Francis Ford Coppola's highly anticipated film Megalopolis has been generating buzz not only for its ambitious storyline and marketing tactics but also for its star-studded cast Now, Coppola is revealing that fellow filmmaker Martin Scorsese actually played a pivotal role in his decision to cast Adam Driver in the film's lead role.
Writer/Director Francis Ford Coppola[...]
The director is talking about a death that takes place during the film, so we're going to throw up a spoiler warning So if you don't want to be spoiled for the end of this film, don't look beyond this image.
Anthony B Jenkins as Samuel, Halle Berry as Momma and Percy Daggs IV as Nolan[...]
The 1996 film Happy Gilmore is a cult classic comedy following Happy (Adam Sandler), a failed hockey player joining a professional golf tour to save his grandmother's house from foreclosure And while we never expected a sequel to come around, it appears that we'll be getting to witness the character's abrasive return along with a few[...]
Within just a few days of its release, there are already promising conversations surrounding a potential sequel to the DreamWorks film The Wild Robot from both its director and star, Lupita Nyong'o — with each expressing optimism about the possible project.
Based on Peter Brown's beloved book series, the potential sequel film would presumably continue the[...]
The satirical horror film Ready or Not, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, became an instant cult classic with its unique blend of horror, humor, and quirk-filled social commentary.
Then, earlier this year, it was revealed that a sequel film was being developed after a few years of silence Fortunately, fans of the horror-comedy hit[...]
And from the very beginning, I really wanted to make him somebody who you could understand where he's coming from, so you feel that relationship more, and it's not just somebody who turns evil to turn evil."
Brian Tyree Henry (D-16/Megatron) stars in PARAMOUNT ANIMATION and HASBRO Present In Association with NEW REPUBLIC PICTURESA di BONAVENTURA[...]
To make the scenario even more impressive, it simultaneously dropped on Max, which only solidified the suggestion that people still want to see a Mortal Kombat film and its grand cinematic spectacle.
Just over a year from now, audiences will finally get the chance to witness a proper sequel to the noteworthy 2021 version of Mortal[...]
After several roles in popular and underrated films, Halle Berry has proven to be a cinematic icon She's given us Catwoman (via DC), Storm (via Marvel), and now, a fresh horror character that she's very much invested in.
In fact, when Comicbook.com asked Berry which of her iconic roles she'd be open to revisiting, the actor[...]
The Danish psychological horror film Speak No Evil became a pretty solid hit with genre lovers when it first dropped in 2022 — repeatedly praised for its sinister and somewhat satirical approach to storytelling However, in a surprising turn of events, Hollywood decided to take a stab at the well-received story, creating the recent 2024[...]
When the disaster film Crawl hit theaters in 2019, it managed to generate general praise from moviegoers and more than $90 million during its box office run Because apparently, people love a cinematic event where the elements and deadly animals are forced to collide (just look at Sharknado, or Under Paris) Then, in 2021, it[...]
In some instances, the film series has shown potential to dominate the box office, with seven installments between 2007 and 2023 In others, these films have struggled to maintain consistency with quality (and reception), making it a franchise that's still profitable but not always a guarantee Now, the fresh animated prequel film Transformers One is[...]
The highly anticipated film Gladiator II is just a few months away from hitting theaters, building on the action-packed narrative of the original 2000 film So, given its long-term popularity, it's fair to say that this newest installment and its fresh cast are very likely set to meet some lofty expectations Fortunately, from what we're[...]