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‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Screenwriter Working on a Whitney Houston Biopic!!

A Whitney Houston biopic is currently in the works, with a script from Oscar-nominated screenwriter Anthony McCarten. As reported by Deadline, I Wanna Dance With Somebody will be a joint production between The Whitney Houston Estate and Primary Wave, as well as Clive Davis, the producer who initially signed Houston to Arista Records. Stella Meghie, who helmed the recent romantic drama The Photograph starring Issa … Continue reading ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Screenwriter Working on a Whitney Houston Biopic!!

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‘The Woman in the Window’: Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross’ Score for Has Been Scrapped!!

When the thriller The Woman in the Window hits theaters next year, it’ll be without an original score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. The Oscar-winning The Social Network and Watchmen composers were originally hired to craft a score for the bestseller adaptation, which stars Amy Adams as an agoraphobic woman who witnesses a crime across the street and subsequently begins to question what she … Continue reading ‘The Woman in the Window’: Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross’ Score for Has Been Scrapped!!

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Josh McLaughlin Exits Focus Features to Become Studio-Based Producer!!!

Focus Features’ president of production Josh McLaughlin has exited his post to become a producer, Collider has exclusively learned, and sources say he’s getting a first-look production deal with the studio. I’m told that there are no immediate plans to replace McLaughlin, and that Focus president Robert Walak will continue to oversee both production and acquisitions for the studio. McLaughlin was named president of production in … Continue reading Josh McLaughlin Exits Focus Features to Become Studio-Based Producer!!!

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Oscars 2018: ‘The Shape of Water’ Wins Best Picture!!! Check Out The Full List!!

The 90th Annual Academy Awards have just wrapped and The Shape of Water took home Best Picture. The film also led on total wins for the night, picking up four Oscars including Best Director for Guillermo Del Toro, Best Score, and Best Production design. It was followed closely by Dunkirk, which earned three Oscars including Best Editing, Best  Sound Editing, and Best Sound Mixing. As … Continue reading Oscars 2018: ‘The Shape of Water’ Wins Best Picture!!! Check Out The Full List!!

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Check Out How Gary Oldman Transformed into Winston Churchill in ‘Darkest Hour’ Behind-the-Scenes Video!!!

Period dramas don’t usually light up the internet while they’re in production, but Darkest Hour was a unique case due to the insane physical transformation of lead actor (and current Best Actor Oscar frontrunner) Gary Oldman. The film chronicles a testy period of time in Winston Churchill’s life, and director Joe Wright wooed Oldman to take on the challenge of filling the role. But instead … Continue reading Check Out How Gary Oldman Transformed into Winston Churchill in ‘Darkest Hour’ Behind-the-Scenes Video!!!

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‘Three Billboards’ Defies Odds in its 15th Weekend at the Specialty BO!!!

In its fifteenth weekend in release, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri continued to impress at the Presidents Day weekend box office, growing its domestic total to $48.4 million and its international tally to $63.8 million for a worldwide total of $112.2 million to date. Such is the power of awards season — and particularly an Oscar best picture nomination — for fall specialty films that … Continue reading ‘Three Billboards’ Defies Odds in its 15th Weekend at the Specialty BO!!!

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‘Jumanji’ Takes Back #1 Spot as ‘Winchester’ Opens at #3 at the BO!!!

Super Bowl weekend 2017 is looking mostly as expected with Sony‘s Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle returning to the weekend top spot after a one week hiatus with a domestic cume topping $350 million and a worldwide total over $855 million. Meanwhile, the weekend’s lone new wide release, the gothic thriller Winchester, delivered on expectations with a third place finish while several Oscar contenders continued … Continue reading ‘Jumanji’ Takes Back #1 Spot as ‘Winchester’ Opens at #3 at the BO!!!

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‘Maze Runner’ Dethrones ‘Jumanji’ From #1, as ‘Showman’ Continues Strong at the BO!!!

Despite a 25% decline compared to the opening for its predecessor, Fox‘s Maze Runner: The Death Cure still managed a #1 finish at the weekend box office. Meanwhile, Entertainment Studios saw Hostiles deliver a solid performance as it expanded nationwide, Sony‘s Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and The Greatest Showman continue to hold strong, The Shape of Water expands with strong numbers on the heels … Continue reading ‘Maze Runner’ Dethrones ‘Jumanji’ From #1, as ‘Showman’ Continues Strong at the BO!!!

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Oscars 2018: ‘The Shape of Water’ Dominates with 13 Nominations!! Check Out the Full List!!

The Oscar nominations are here! At long last, the list of nominees for the 90th annual Academy Awards have been unveiled. The Shape of Water leads the pack with 13 nominations overall, including Best Picture, Director, Original Screenplay, Actress, Supporting Actor, and Supporting Actor. Guillermo del Toro‘s fairy tale is pretty far ahead, as Three Billboards outside Ebbing Missouri comes closest with 9 nominations, while Dunkirk scored 7 nominations including a first-ever … Continue reading Oscars 2018: ‘The Shape of Water’ Dominates with 13 Nominations!! Check Out the Full List!!

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‘Three Billboards’, ‘This Is Us’ and ‘Veep’ Win Big at the SAG Awards!!!

The 24th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards were handed out Sunday night at the Shrine Exposition Center in Los Angeles. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri won the award for best performance by a cast in a motion picture. On the TV side, This Is Us was a surprise winner for best drama series ensemble, beating Emmy winner The Handmaid’s Tale, while last year’s Emmy winner … Continue reading ‘Three Billboards’, ‘This Is Us’ and ‘Veep’ Win Big at the SAG Awards!!!

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Darkest Hour (2017) Review!!!

Synopsis – During the early days of World War II, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the newly-appointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler, or fight on against incredible odds. My Take – Films based on true stories flood the cinemas all year long, not that I am complaining, as being a history buff myself, I enjoy … Continue reading Darkest Hour (2017) Review!!!

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‘Jumanji’ Tops Weekend as ‘Insidious 4’ Scares Up a Strong Debut at the BO!!!

Heading into the weekend Sony‘s Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle ranked #7 on the list of movies that had never reached #1 at the weekend box office. After Friday’s estimates the film ranked fourth on the list, but as of today it no longer occupies a position after a stellar third weekend saw the action comedy lead the way at the weekend box office while … Continue reading ‘Jumanji’ Tops Weekend as ‘Insidious 4’ Scares Up a Strong Debut at the BO!!!

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‘Three Billboards’ and ‘Lady Bird’ Take Top Honors at the 2018 Golden Globes!!!

Well the Golden Globes were certainly on brand, and not for all the usual reasons. Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri and Lady Bird took home the top prizes for film while Big Little Lies, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and The Handmaid’s Tale won the main TV prizes. Not only were these all critically lauded pieces of entertainment, they all revolve around complex female-driven stories. That was certainly in keeping with … Continue reading ‘Three Billboards’ and ‘Lady Bird’ Take Top Honors at the 2018 Golden Globes!!!

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‘Darkest Hour,’ ‘The Post’ Conquer Year-End Holidays Awards BO!!!

Filmmaker Joe Wright‘s Darkest Hour — starring Gary Oldman as the iconic Winston Churchill — is showing notable strength at the U.S. box office, beating out several major studio offerings during the Christmas-New Year corridor. The Focus Features title is the latest awards contender to succeed despite the overall strain facing the indie marketplace, which is essentially flat year-over-year. Fall releases Lady Bird ($31.9 million), … Continue reading ‘Darkest Hour,’ ‘The Post’ Conquer Year-End Holidays Awards BO!!!

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‘The Post’ Scores Big Limited Release as Awards Contenders Compete at Box Office!!!

While “The Greatest Showman” isn’t performing as well as Fox might have hoped, the studio still has reason to smile this Christmas weekend as its major awards contender, “The Post,” is off to a great start in limited release. Steven Spielberg’s recounting of The Washington Post’s acquisition and publishing of The Pentagon Papers opened on nine screens this weekend and is looking at a four-day … Continue reading ‘The Post’ Scores Big Limited Release as Awards Contenders Compete at Box Office!!!

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‘The Last Jedi’ and ‘Jumanji’ Lead Christmas Releases While ‘Downsizing’ Bombs at the BO!!!

With an estimated $68 million, Disney and Lucasfilm‘s Star Wars: The Last Jedi remained at #1 for the second weekend in a row, doubling its closest competitor. The film, however, did drop 68% from its opening weekend, but that’s not as much as a surprise as it may outwardly seem, particularly due to the lack of business over the weekend, especially on Christmas Eve, for … Continue reading ‘The Last Jedi’ and ‘Jumanji’ Lead Christmas Releases While ‘Downsizing’ Bombs at the BO!!!

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‘The Shape of Water’, ‘The Post’, & ‘Three Billboards’ Lead 2018 Golden Globe Nominations!!!

Nominations for the 75th Golden Globe Awards have been announced, and in keeping with this year’s incredibly fluid race, the love was spread to a variety of films and performers. The Shape of Water came away with the most nominations with seven in total, including Best Picture, Director, Actress, Supporting Actress, and Supporting Actor. But it was followed close behind by Steven Spielberg‘s timely The Post and the … Continue reading ‘The Shape of Water’, ‘The Post’, & ‘Three Billboards’ Lead 2018 Golden Globe Nominations!!!

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Disney Scores Another Hit as ‘Coco’ Makes A Strong Debut at the BO!!!

With a strong, five-day debut Disney and Pixar‘s Coco joined the ranks of the many successful films Disney has launched over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Receiving high marks from critics and audiences alike, the film finished atop the weekend box office and is looking at solid returns throughout the holiday season. Additionally, WB and DC Comics‘ Justice League and Lionsgate‘s Wonder played mostly as expected … Continue reading Disney Scores Another Hit as ‘Coco’ Makes A Strong Debut at the BO!!!

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‘Justice League’ Stumbles with $96 million Debut as ‘Wonder’ Opens Strong at the BO!!!

Warner Bros. and DC Comics‘ Justice League struggled compared to expectations as it failed to top $100 million over the course of its three-day weekend. Meanwhile, it was Lionsgate‘s Wonder that captured audience attention, debuting with an excellent $27 million, topping Thor: Ragnarok for a second place finish, positioning itself well for the holiday weeks ahead. Additionally, A24‘s Lady Bird continued its impressive run in … Continue reading ‘Justice League’ Stumbles with $96 million Debut as ‘Wonder’ Opens Strong at the BO!!!

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‘Darkest Hour’: Gary Oldman Won’t Back Down in New Trailer!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – Within days of becoming Prime Minister, Winston Churchill must face his most turbulent and defining trial: exploring a negotiated peace treaty with Nazi Germany, or standing firm to fight for the ideals, liberty and freedom of a nation. Directed – Joe Wright Starring – Lily James, Gary Oldman, Ben Mendelsohn Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘Darkest Hour’: Gary Oldman Won’t Back Down in New Trailer!! Check It Out!!

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Gary Oldman to Star in Supernatural Thriller ‘Mary’!!!

Gary Oldman, whose performance as Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour is already generating Oscar heat, will star in Mary, a supernatural thriller from Tucker Tooley Entertainment and Entertainment One. Michael Goi, perhaps best known for his work as cinematographer and director for American Horror Story and Salem, will direct the feature. Mary centers on a struggling family that buys an old ship at auction with … Continue reading Gary Oldman to Star in Supernatural Thriller ‘Mary’!!!

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‘Darkest Hour’ Trailer: Gary Oldman Is Unrecognizable as Winston Churchill!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – Within days of becoming Prime Minister, Winston Churchill must face his most turbulent and defining trial: exploring a negotiated peace treaty with Nazi Germany, or standing firm to fight for the ideals, liberty and freedom of a nation. Directed – Joe Wright Starring – Lily James, Gary Oldman, Ben Mendelsohn Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘Darkest Hour’ Trailer: Gary Oldman Is Unrecognizable as Winston Churchill!! Check It Out!!

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CinemaCon: Over 50 Posters Including ‘Alien: Covenant’, ‘Atomic Blonde’, ‘The Dark Tower’, and ‘GOTG2′!!! Check It Out!!

For those who don’t know, CinemaCon is a convention where theater owners get a look at what the studios have to offer for the rest of the year, and where vendors can show new products for theaters to buy. It’s basically Comic-Con for theater owners. Besides showing off never before seen footage, the studios often bring the cast and the filmmakers. Over the course of a few days, … Continue reading CinemaCon: Over 50 Posters Including ‘Alien: Covenant’, ‘Atomic Blonde’, ‘The Dark Tower’, and ‘GOTG2′!!! Check It Out!!

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Academy Nominated Actor John Hurts Passes Away!!!

Less than a week after celebrating his 77th birthday, award-winning actor John Hurt has passed away. THR reported on his passing, which came after a 2015 diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, but more importantly, after nearly 55 years of acting on the big and small screens. Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest condolences go out to Hurt’s family, friends, and loved ones. In 1962 at the age of … Continue reading Academy Nominated Actor John Hurts Passes Away!!!

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Gary Oldman Is Unrecognizable as Winston Churchill in First ‘Darkest Hour’ Image!! Check It Out!!

Plenty of actors have gone through “transformations” to inhabit their characters, mostly when playing real people. Heck, Nicole Kidman put on a fake nose for The Hours and everyone freaked out. But Gary Oldman may take the cake for his upcoming turn as Winston Churchill, as the first image of the actor as British Prime Minister is nearly downright unbelievable. Oldman plays Churchill in Darkest Hour, a World War II drama from Atonement and Hanna filmmaker Joe Wright, … Continue reading Gary Oldman Is Unrecognizable as Winston Churchill in First ‘Darkest Hour’ Image!! Check It Out!!

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