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‘His Dark Materials’: New Trailer Reveals HBO’s Next Great Fantasy Series!! Check It Out!!

HBO’s banking on His Dark Materials to be their next Game of Thrones-like phenomenon. The series adaptation of Sir Philip Pullman’s beloved fantasy trilogy takes viewers on an adventure through parallel worlds and the war(s) that rage(s) between them. A new trailer is here, hot on the heels of HBO’s Comic-Con presentation. The Victorian era-inspired background of His Dark Materials sees humans living in concert … Continue reading ‘His Dark Materials’: New Trailer Reveals HBO’s Next Great Fantasy Series!! Check It Out!!

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‘The Little Mermaid’: Javier Bardem in Talks to Play Ariel’s Father in Disney’s Remake!!

Oscar winner Javier Bardem is in talks to play Ariel’s father, King Triton, in Disney’s live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, Collider has confirmed. Halle Bailey, the young singer who represents half of the R&B duo Chloe x Halle, is set to star as Ariel, the rebellious mermaid who longs to live on dry land. Harry Styles is in talks to play Prince Eric, as … Continue reading ‘The Little Mermaid’: Javier Bardem in Talks to Play Ariel’s Father in Disney’s Remake!!

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‘The Little Mermaid’: Harry Styles in Talks to Play Prince Eric in Disney’s Remake!!

After making his acting debut in Christopher Nolan‘s Dunkirk, Harry Styles is in early talks to play Prince Eric in Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Collider has learned. Halle Bailey, the young singer who represents half of the R&B duo Chloe x Halle, is set to star as Ariel, the rebellious mermaid daughter of King Triton who longs to live on dry land. Melissa McCarthy is … Continue reading ‘The Little Mermaid’: Harry Styles in Talks to Play Prince Eric in Disney’s Remake!!

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‘The Little Mermaid’: Singer Halle Bailey Cast as Ariel in Remake!!

Casting on the live-action The Little Mermaid continues to heat up, as Disney has found its leading lady. While Spider-Man: Far from Home actress Zendaya has long been rumored for the role, THR reports that singer Halle Bailey has been selected as Ariel for the live-action remake. Bailey is best known as one half of the singing duo known as Chloe x Halle, and this … Continue reading ‘The Little Mermaid’: Singer Halle Bailey Cast as Ariel in Remake!!

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‘Tick, Tick… Boom!’: Andrew Garfield Set to Star in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Netflix Musical!!!

Lin-Manuel Miranda‘s feature adaptation of Jonathan Larson‘s musical Tick, Tick… Boom! has landed at Netflix following a heated bidding war, and according to Variety, Andrew Garfield is the top choice to star. I’ve actually heard that Garfield has been seeking some type of music-driven project for the last several months, and this one, from the late creator of Rent, sounds like a good one. Set … Continue reading ‘Tick, Tick… Boom!’: Andrew Garfield Set to Star in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Netflix Musical!!!

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‘His Dark Materials’: Amir Wilson Cast as Will Parry!!!

The official Twitter account for the upcoming BBC and HBO adaptation of Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials has announced that Amir Wilson (The Kid Who Would Be King) has been cast in the series in the key role of Will Parry. “One day, you’ll follow in your father’s footsteps. You’re going to be a great man too. You’ll take up his mantle."Introducing @Amirrwilsonn as Will … Continue reading ‘His Dark Materials’: Amir Wilson Cast as Will Parry!!!

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‘His Dark Materials’: New Trailer Sets Up a War Among Parallel Worlds on HBO!!

HBO has released a new trailer for its upcoming adaptation of His Dark Materials, an adaptation of Sir Philip Pullman’s well-loved trilogy of fantasy novels. The epic tale is a fantasy adventure dealing with parallel worlds and what looks like a classic war between good and evil, and yet, it’s likely not so simple. As Vinnie Mancuso wrote regarding the last trailer, “His Dark Materials takes place … Continue reading ‘His Dark Materials’: New Trailer Sets Up a War Among Parallel Worlds on HBO!!

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‘In the Heights’: Jimmy Smits Joins Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Movie!!!

Emmy and Golden Globe winner Jimmy Smits is nearing a deal to join Anthony Ramos and Corey Hawkins in Jon M. Chu’s feature adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda‘s musical In the Heights for Warner Bros., Collider has exclusively learned. In the Heights, which won four Tony Awards, follows a bodega owner names Usnavi (Ramos) who strikes it rich and plans to leave his Latino neighborhood, only to have … Continue reading ‘In the Heights’: Jimmy Smits Joins Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Movie!!!

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‘His Dark Materials’: BBC Releases First Teaser Trailer for the Upcoming TV Series!! Check It Out!!

The BBC has released a teaser trailer for His Dark Materials which gives us our first look the small-screen adaptation of Philip Pullman’s fantasy novel trilogy. The series see Tom Hooper (Les Miserables) take the directors chair for the first two episodes and features a cast that includes Dafne Keen (Logan) in the lead role as Lyra, alongside James McAvoy (Glass), Ruth Wilson (The Affair), … Continue reading ‘His Dark Materials’: BBC Releases First Teaser Trailer for the Upcoming TV Series!! Check It Out!!

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Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Review!!!

Synopsis – Decades after her original visit, the magical nanny returns to help the Banks siblings and Michael’s children through a difficult time in their lives. My Take – Mary Poppins, the lead character of children’s books from author P.L. Travers, was a hard character to bring to life, as we practically no nothing about her past and from where she gains her magical powers … Continue reading Mary Poppins Returns (2018) Review!!!

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‘Vice’ and ‘A Star Is Born’ Lead Golden Globe Nominations!! Check Out The Full List!!

The 2019 Golden Globe nominations have been revealed, and right on cue, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association is up to its baffling tricks again. We’ll start with what did get nominated. Vice was a huge hit, scoring six nominations in total including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy as well as Best Actor for Christian Bale and Supporting Actress for Amy Adams, followed closely … Continue reading ‘Vice’ and ‘A Star Is Born’ Lead Golden Globe Nominations!! Check Out The Full List!!

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‘Mary Poppins Returns’: Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda Feature In New Clips!! Check It Out!!

With a little under a month to go until Mary Poppins Returns arrives in cinemas, Walt Disney Pictures has released two new clips from the fantasy adventure sequel featuring Emily Blunt’s magical nanny and Lin-Manuel Miranda’s lamplighter Jack; take a look here: Mary Poppins Returns is set in 1930s depression-era London (the time period of the original novels) and is drawn from the wealth of … Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins Returns’: Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda Feature In New Clips!! Check It Out!!

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‘Mary Poppins Returns’: New Featurette Goes Behind the Scenes of Disney’s Sequel!! Check It Out!!

A new featurette for Disney’s upcoming live-action sequel Mary Poppins Returns is here to take you behind the scenes. Director Rob Marshall and stars Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda are joined by more cast members as they look back to their experience with the original 1964 film and look ahead to the modern continuation. It’s a short but sweet tease for what’s sure to be … Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins Returns’: New Featurette Goes Behind the Scenes of Disney’s Sequel!! Check It Out!!

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‘Mary Poppins Returns’: 7 New Images Showcase the Color and Wonder of the Sequel!! Check It Out!!

Disney has released seven new images from Mary Poppins Returns. For those unfamiliar with the upcoming sequel, Rob Marshall’s follow-up to the 1964 classic sees Mary Poppins (Emily Blunt) coming back into the life of the Banks family after they suffer a loss. Michael (Ben Whishaw) and Jane (Emily Mortimer) are now adults, but Mary, with the help of her friend, lamplighter Jack (Lin-Manuel Miranda), has … Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins Returns’: 7 New Images Showcase the Color and Wonder of the Sequel!! Check It Out!!

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‘Mary Poppins Returns’: New Trailer Shows More of the Magic!!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – In Depression-era London, a now-grown Jane and Michael Banks, along with Michael’s three children, are visited by the enigmatic Mary Poppins following a personal loss. Through her unique magical skills, and with the aid of her friend Jack, she helps the family rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives. Directed – Rob Marshall Starring – Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep, Colin Firth … Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins Returns’: New Trailer Shows More of the Magic!!! Check It Out!!

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‘Mary Poppins Returns’: New Trailer Is Downright Delightful!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – In Depression-era London, a now-grown Jane and Michael Banks, along with Michael’s three children, are visited by the enigmatic Mary Poppins following a personal loss. Through her unique magical skills, and with the aid of her friend Jack, she helps the family rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives. Directed – Rob Marshall Starring – Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep, Colin Firth … Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins Returns’: New Trailer Is Downright Delightful!! Check It Out!!

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‘His Dark Materials’: BBC Orders Season 2 As Filming on Season 1 Is Still Underway!!!

Before BBC One unveils their TV series adaptation of Philip Pullman‘s His Dark Materials novels–and before we even get a release date for Season 1–the network has reportedly gone ahead and ordered up a second season of eight additional episodes. Filming on the first season of the Bad Wolf and New Line production is underway, so BBC must like what they see if they’ve gone ahead and … Continue reading ‘His Dark Materials’: BBC Orders Season 2 As Filming on Season 1 Is Still Underway!!!

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‘Fosse/Verdon’: Sam Rockwell, Michelle Williams and Lin-Manuel Miranda Team Up For FX’s Miniseries!!!

A dream project is taking shape at FX that revolves around acclaimed filmmaker and choreographer Bob Fosse. The network announced today that it has greenlit an eight-episode untitled Fosse/Verdon limited series revolving around the romantic and creative partnership between Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon, with Sam Rockwell and Michelle Williams filling the lead roles. The series will be executive produced by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hamilton director … Continue reading ‘Fosse/Verdon’: Sam Rockwell, Michelle Williams and Lin-Manuel Miranda Team Up For FX’s Miniseries!!!

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Lin-Manuel Miranda To Make Directing Debut With ‘Tick, Tick…Boom!’!!!

Ever since Hamilton exploded a few years ago, Lin-Manuel Miranda has been making a bigger and bigger name for himself in Hollywood. While he was no stranger to film or television, he landed a major role in the upcoming Mary Poppins Returns and now he’s set to make his feature directing debut on the big screen adaptation of Tick, Tick…Boom!, the autobiographical musical of Rent … Continue reading Lin-Manuel Miranda To Make Directing Debut With ‘Tick, Tick…Boom!’!!!

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Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’ Dodges The Weinstein Company Bankruptcy!!

Lin-Manuel Miranda fans, take a sigh of relief. We’re still going to have quite the wait before we ever get to see Hamilton on the big screen, but according to Deadline, Miranda’s Tony-award winning musical In the Heights has dodged going to down with the Weinstein ship. A film adaptation of In the Heights was set up at The Weinstein Company back in 2016, and the future … Continue reading Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’ Dodges The Weinstein Company Bankruptcy!!

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‘Mary Poppins Returns’: Emily Blunt Is Here to Save the Day in First Trailer!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – In Depression-era London, a now-grown Jane and Michael Banks, along with Michael’s three children, are visited by the enigmatic Mary Poppins following a personal loss. Through her unique magical skills, and with the aid of her friend Jack, she helps the family rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives. Directed – Rob Marshall Starring – Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep, Colin Firth … Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins Returns’: Emily Blunt Is Here to Save the Day in First Trailer!! Check It Out!!

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Sam Raimi in Talks to Direct ‘The Kingkiller Chronicle’ with Lin-Manuel Miranda!!

Could Sam Raimi finally be zeroing in on his next movie? Maybe! Variety reports that the Spider-Man and Evil Dead director is currently in negotiations to helm Lionsgate’s ambitious adaptation of the Pat Rothfuss book series The Kingkiller Chronicle. This project is a priority for Lionsgate, which put the wheels in motion in 2016 by setting Hamilton creator/Kingkiller Chronicles superfan Lin-Manuel Miranda to serve as … Continue reading Sam Raimi in Talks to Direct ‘The Kingkiller Chronicle’ with Lin-Manuel Miranda!!

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‘The Magic School Bus Rides Again’ Trailer Reveals Netflix’s Nostalgia-Fueled Reboot!! Check It Out!!

Back in 1994, Scholastic Productions, Nelvana, and PBS brought the wacky, pro-science show The Magic School Bus to children everywhere. Just as field trips were always the best part of elementary school, Ms. Frizzle’s magic-assisted bus rides were the best part of the show (which tricked kids into learning things through entertainment) taking her classroom full of both eager and reluctant students through the human body, … Continue reading ‘The Magic School Bus Rides Again’ Trailer Reveals Netflix’s Nostalgia-Fueled Reboot!! Check It Out!!

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‘Mary Poppins Returns’: New Images Show off a Good Time in Jolly Ol’ England!!! Check It Out!!

Disney has released a collection of Mary Poppins Returns images, concept art, and set photos. The latest EW features Rob Marshall’s upcoming sequel, which takes place 25 years after the original. As EW reports, Michael (Ben Whishaw) and Jane (Emily Mortimer) are now grown up, and Michael has three kids of his own, but when his wife suddenly passes away, he falls into a depression. … Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins Returns’: New Images Show off a Good Time in Jolly Ol’ England!!! Check It Out!!

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‘Mary Poppins Returns’ First-Look Image Reveals Emily Blunt in the Iconic Role!!! Check It Out!!

Disney has revealed the first look at Mary Poppins Returns, the sequel to the beloved 1964 musical classic that starred Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke. Based on the Mary Poppins stories by P.L. Travers, Mary Poppins Returns comes from a screenplay by Life of Pi scribe David Magee, with Oscar-winning Chicago and Into the Woods director Rob Marshall at the helm. Set in 1930s depression-era … Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ First-Look Image Reveals Emily Blunt in the Iconic Role!!! Check It Out!!

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Filming Begins on Disney Sequel ‘Mary Poppins Returns’; Full Cast and Synopsis Revealed!!

Production is officially underway in London on the Disney sequel Mary Poppins Returns, the follow-up to Disney’s 1964 musical classic that starred Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke. This new film is based on the Mary Poppins stories by P.L. Travers and boasts a screenplay by Life of Pi scribe David Magee, with Oscar-winning Chicago and Into the Woods filmmaker Rob Marshall directing. The story … Continue reading Filming Begins on Disney Sequel ‘Mary Poppins Returns’; Full Cast and Synopsis Revealed!!

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Dick Van Dyke Confirms He’ll Appear in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’!!

Whether it’ll result in a fun Easter egg for Marry Poppins fans or a full-fledged role alongside Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda, Dick Van Dyke confirmed during a recent interview that he’ll appear in the cinematic sequel, Mary Poppins Returns. Van Dyke recalled his experience working on the original Mary Poppins to THR before revealing his involvement in the sequel: There was a spirit about … Continue reading Dick Van Dyke Confirms He’ll Appear in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’!!

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Lin-Manuel Miranda to Produce ‘The Kingkiller Chronicle’ Film and TV Series!!!

At this point, Lin-Manuel Miranda is probably the leading candidate for having the best year ever. While that’s not a particularly high bar in 2016, which has felt acutely brutal to many, Miranda’s name has consistently been associated with positive headlines. His hit Broadway musical Hamilton continues to break records despite a boycott, and his movie career is just getting started thanks to soundtrack credits for Star Wars: The Force Awakens and the reigning #1 movieat … Continue reading Lin-Manuel Miranda to Produce ‘The Kingkiller Chronicle’ Film and TV Series!!!

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Meryl Streep Reteams with Emily Blunt and Rob Marshall for ‘Mary Poppins Returns’!!

Mary Poppins Returns is loading up on star power. The upcoming musical sequel, which will be directed by Rob Marshall (Into the Woods), stars Emily Blunt as the eponymous caretaker and co-stars Lin-Manuel Miranda. Now Variety reports that Marshall and Blunt will be reteaming with their Into the Woods star Meryl Streep. According to Variety, Streep is said to play the role of Poppins’ cousin, … Continue reading Meryl Streep Reteams with Emily Blunt and Rob Marshall for ‘Mary Poppins Returns’!!

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