The central creative team behind Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two explain how they brought the sci-fi epic to life – and the details you may have missed.
Talking to some of the creative people that helped director Denis Villeneuve bring the spectacular Dune: Part Two to the screen, and certain commonalities emerge. They talk about the scale and the challenge of making a sprawling saga, taking in dozens of central characters and many more extras, a reality. Each talks about how the director’s had a version of Frank Herbert’s sci-fi novel in his head since he’s a teenager, and that he’s specific and precise about what he wants.
“What’s funny is, Denis has such a sense of vision for this movie,” says costume designer Jacqueline West, who’s worked on both Dune chapters. “He sees the whole movie in his head beforehand, I think. I...
Talking to some of the creative people that helped director Denis Villeneuve bring the spectacular Dune: Part Two to the screen, and certain commonalities emerge. They talk about the scale and the challenge of making a sprawling saga, taking in dozens of central characters and many more extras, a reality. Each talks about how the director’s had a version of Frank Herbert’s sci-fi novel in his head since he’s a teenager, and that he’s specific and precise about what he wants.
“What’s funny is, Denis has such a sense of vision for this movie,” says costume designer Jacqueline West, who’s worked on both Dune chapters. “He sees the whole movie in his head beforehand, I think. I...
- 5/20/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Pirates of the Caribbean 6 discussions are mostly centered around the potential return of Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow, despite the producer confirming it as a reboot project. Disney dropped Depp from the role after the actor was accused of domestic violence. However, the producer of the films, Jerry Bruckheimer, always supported the actor and advocated for his return to the role. He once again reiterated his wish during a recent interview.
Johnny Depp in a still from Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales | Disney
Bruckheimer shared last year that he would like to potentially bring back Depp to a sequel film in the franchise. In his most recent comments, he shared that he would have the Donnie Brasco actor back if it were up to him.
Pirates Of The Caribbean Producer Wants To Bring Johnny Depp Back Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in a still...
Johnny Depp in a still from Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales | Disney
Bruckheimer shared last year that he would like to potentially bring back Depp to a sequel film in the franchise. In his most recent comments, he shared that he would have the Donnie Brasco actor back if it were up to him.
Pirates Of The Caribbean Producer Wants To Bring Johnny Depp Back Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in a still...
- 5/20/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Disney is apparently invested in keeping up with one of their most successful franchises, ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ with or without Johnny Depp at the helm.
When Disney decided to part ways with Depp at the height of the Amber Heard controversies, Reports soon emerged that they were looking forward to having an all-female led reboot starring ‘Barbie’s’ own Margot Robbie, but the idea didn’t take.
Now there are plans to bring Dune’s ‘Austin Butler’ onboard and fans can’t wait to see it. The downside? We might have to live with having Austin Butler have a pirate accent for the next five years or so.
Disney Courts Austin Butler For A Potential ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
In 2003, Johnny Depp played the rum-loving, always scheming, Captain Jack Sparrow for the first time in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.’ In 2006, he returned for...
When Disney decided to part ways with Depp at the height of the Amber Heard controversies, Reports soon emerged that they were looking forward to having an all-female led reboot starring ‘Barbie’s’ own Margot Robbie, but the idea didn’t take.
Now there are plans to bring Dune’s ‘Austin Butler’ onboard and fans can’t wait to see it. The downside? We might have to live with having Austin Butler have a pirate accent for the next five years or so.
Disney Courts Austin Butler For A Potential ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
In 2003, Johnny Depp played the rum-loving, always scheming, Captain Jack Sparrow for the first time in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.’ In 2006, he returned for...
- 5/19/2024
- by Nmesoma Okechukwu
- Celebrating The Soaps
Disney and 20th Century’s “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” conquered the international box office again with $40.6 million in its second weekend of release.
So far, the fourth chapter in the “Apes” reboot franchise has generated $136 million overseas and $237 million globally. It currently stands as the fourth-highest grossing movie of the year, behind “Kung Fu Panda 4” ($533 million), “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” ($561 million) and “Dune: Part Two” ($710 million).
“Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” cost $160 million to produce, so it needs to keep swinging at the box office to justify its price tag. International ticket sales will be key in turning a profit in its theatrical run. Top overseas markets include China with $20.4 million, France with $13.8 million, Mexico with $12 million and the U.K. with $10 million.
In a distant second place, Paramount and director John Krasinski‘s “If,” a fantasy-comedy aimed at young kids, collected $20 million from 58 markets.
So far, the fourth chapter in the “Apes” reboot franchise has generated $136 million overseas and $237 million globally. It currently stands as the fourth-highest grossing movie of the year, behind “Kung Fu Panda 4” ($533 million), “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” ($561 million) and “Dune: Part Two” ($710 million).
“Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” cost $160 million to produce, so it needs to keep swinging at the box office to justify its price tag. International ticket sales will be key in turning a profit in its theatrical run. Top overseas markets include China with $20.4 million, France with $13.8 million, Mexico with $12 million and the U.K. with $10 million.
In a distant second place, Paramount and director John Krasinski‘s “If,” a fantasy-comedy aimed at young kids, collected $20 million from 58 markets.
- 5/19/2024
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, directed by Wes Ball, was released earlier this month and is having a splendid time at the box office as well as among critics. The Planet of the Apes franchise has moved forward in time with some new characters. But at the same time, it has managed to keep the nostalgia of the spirit from its previous iterations.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes | 20th Century Studios
Starring Owen Teague in the lead role, alongside Freya Allan, and Kevin Durand, among others, the movie is making a lot of buzz. Franchise alums like Matt Reeves and Andy Serkis also gave it their stamp of approval with overwhelmingly positive reviews. And talks of a sequel to this new storyline are already making the rounds.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes on Its Way to Make a New Record
Freya Allan in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes...
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes | 20th Century Studios
Starring Owen Teague in the lead role, alongside Freya Allan, and Kevin Durand, among others, the movie is making a lot of buzz. Franchise alums like Matt Reeves and Andy Serkis also gave it their stamp of approval with overwhelmingly positive reviews. And talks of a sequel to this new storyline are already making the rounds.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes on Its Way to Make a New Record
Freya Allan in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes...
- 5/19/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
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Director Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" films are incredible feats of adaptation, bringing a vibrancy and modern sheen of tactility to Frank Herbert's 1965 sci-fi novel. The world-building is jaw-dropping, whether it's in the orange-tinged Harkonnen anti-gravity attack of "Dune: Part Two," or the deranged character choices of the film's villains; everything we see feels like it belongs in this universe, and the world feels so fully realized that it's easy to imagine ravenous fans spending hours taking deep dives into the films' expansive lore.
Case in point: The relatively short scene involving Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) entering the Maker's Temple and meeting the Maker Keeper (Alison Halstead), who lures a baby sandworm into her waiting arms ... only to drown it in order to extract the Water of Life from its corpse. The film tells you just enough so you can understand what's happening,...
Director Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" films are incredible feats of adaptation, bringing a vibrancy and modern sheen of tactility to Frank Herbert's 1965 sci-fi novel. The world-building is jaw-dropping, whether it's in the orange-tinged Harkonnen anti-gravity attack of "Dune: Part Two," or the deranged character choices of the film's villains; everything we see feels like it belongs in this universe, and the world feels so fully realized that it's easy to imagine ravenous fans spending hours taking deep dives into the films' expansive lore.
Case in point: The relatively short scene involving Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) entering the Maker's Temple and meeting the Maker Keeper (Alison Halstead), who lures a baby sandworm into her waiting arms ... only to drown it in order to extract the Water of Life from its corpse. The film tells you just enough so you can understand what's happening,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Ben Pearson
- Slash Film
On Wednesday, May 15, Hulu’s “The Kardashians” released a teaser for the upcoming season of the reality TV show on their official Instagram account.
The short clip featured the youngest daughter Kylie Jenner in a skin-tight nude dress with a hoody, standing in a desert, arms akimbo while saying, “The official trailer for our new season of The Kardashians is out now. Keep watching for a sneak peek.”
The clip continued with Kim Kardashian saying to the camera, “Last year, we made a commitment to ourselves to slow down, and take some time off.” Flashes of Kourtney Kardashian and her husband Travis Barker hugging and kissing, as well as the matriarch Kris Jenner, and Kendall Jenner. Kim’s voice continued in the background with a question, “Have the Kardashians slowed down?” And Kourtney was featured saying an emphatic “No” to the camera.
The next scene featured a wide-eyed Kim saying “S.
The short clip featured the youngest daughter Kylie Jenner in a skin-tight nude dress with a hoody, standing in a desert, arms akimbo while saying, “The official trailer for our new season of The Kardashians is out now. Keep watching for a sneak peek.”
The clip continued with Kim Kardashian saying to the camera, “Last year, we made a commitment to ourselves to slow down, and take some time off.” Flashes of Kourtney Kardashian and her husband Travis Barker hugging and kissing, as well as the matriarch Kris Jenner, and Kendall Jenner. Kim’s voice continued in the background with a question, “Have the Kardashians slowed down?” And Kourtney was featured saying an emphatic “No” to the camera.
The next scene featured a wide-eyed Kim saying “S.
- 5/19/2024
- by Chijioke Chukwuemeka
- Celebrating The Soaps
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Box Office (Worldwide): Earns The 2nd Spot On Hollywood’s Highest-Grossing Films Of 2024 List. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
We are already five and a half months into 2024, and several movies have been released in the theatres; countless more are waiting to be released. However, we have already got some of the movies that have done really well at the box office, and amongst them is Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, with its monstrous collections. However, more was needed for it to gain the top spot. Scroll below to find out.
The movie has been released on digital platforms and is available as PVOD, but it is still being watched in the theaters. It is the fifth movie in the MonsterVerse and the second-highest grossing as well. It is a few million short of Kong: Skull Island’s $568.6 million worldwide collections. However, Godzilla x...
We are already five and a half months into 2024, and several movies have been released in the theatres; countless more are waiting to be released. However, we have already got some of the movies that have done really well at the box office, and amongst them is Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, with its monstrous collections. However, more was needed for it to gain the top spot. Scroll below to find out.
The movie has been released on digital platforms and is available as PVOD, but it is still being watched in the theaters. It is the fifth movie in the MonsterVerse and the second-highest grossing as well. It is a few million short of Kong: Skull Island’s $568.6 million worldwide collections. However, Godzilla x...
- 5/19/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Noemie Merlant’s sophomore feature “The Balconettes” plays as a raunchy horror-comedy with a greater social conscience. The film follows three roommates – an actress, played by Merlant, a camgirl played by “Dune: Part Two” breakout Souheila Yacoub and a frustrated writer played Sanda Condreanu – who are initially infatuated and eventually repelled by a lothario neighbor from across the yard. Exploring questions of coercion and consent with a healthy dose of blood and guts, “The Balconettes” wants to entertain and energize in equal measure.
Variety spoke with the filmmaker ahead of her film’s world premiere in Cannes.
How did this film come about?
Four years ago, I found myself escaping from a daily life that was suffocating. I went to live with women, with friends of mine, including Sanda Codreanu, who stars in the film. This was the first time I’d lived with other women, and the first time...
Variety spoke with the filmmaker ahead of her film’s world premiere in Cannes.
How did this film come about?
Four years ago, I found myself escaping from a daily life that was suffocating. I went to live with women, with friends of mine, including Sanda Codreanu, who stars in the film. This was the first time I’d lived with other women, and the first time...
- 5/18/2024
- by Ben Croll
- Variety Film + TV
Tim Blake Nelson made an appearance on the Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum podcast, speaking about his career and revealing some juicy behind-the-scenes details about some of Hollywood’s greatest films. The actor/playwright has worked with Tom Cruise and Steven Spielberg, both of whom intimidated Nelson a little, albeit not deliberately.
A still from Minority Report/ 20th Century Fox
The actor has worked with Tom Cruise and Steven Spielberg on Minority Report, which had a few scenes that he was more than a little nervous to pull off. Speaking to Michael Rosenbaum, the actor revealed a lot about his time on the set of Minority Report, and how Spielberg and Cruise might have come on a little strong with how good they were at what they do.
Tim Blake Nelson says Steven Spielberg could do anything on set, save acting
Steven Spielberg in an interview with BBC
Speaking...
A still from Minority Report/ 20th Century Fox
The actor has worked with Tom Cruise and Steven Spielberg on Minority Report, which had a few scenes that he was more than a little nervous to pull off. Speaking to Michael Rosenbaum, the actor revealed a lot about his time on the set of Minority Report, and how Spielberg and Cruise might have come on a little strong with how good they were at what they do.
Tim Blake Nelson says Steven Spielberg could do anything on set, save acting
Steven Spielberg in an interview with BBC
Speaking...
- 5/18/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Tim Blake Nelson, the talented actor known for his roles in The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, who is also set to appear in the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World, has opened up about his experience being cut from Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two. Appearing on the Inside of You podcast, Nelson recalled being heartbroken when his role was ultimately cut from the final version of Dune 2.
Tim Blake Nelson in The Ballad of Buster Scruggs | Annapurna Television/Netflix
However, while addressing his heartbreaking cut from Dune: Part Two, Tim Blake Nelson mentioned how his experience bears a striking resemblance to the legendary story of Stanley Kubrick’s compassionate firing of a mystery actor. Nelson discussed how his story runs parallel with Kubrick’s incident of firing an unnamed actor from Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman’s 1999 film, Eyes Wide Shut.
Stanley Kubrick’s Unusual Approach to Firing...
Tim Blake Nelson in The Ballad of Buster Scruggs | Annapurna Television/Netflix
However, while addressing his heartbreaking cut from Dune: Part Two, Tim Blake Nelson mentioned how his experience bears a striking resemblance to the legendary story of Stanley Kubrick’s compassionate firing of a mystery actor. Nelson discussed how his story runs parallel with Kubrick’s incident of firing an unnamed actor from Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman’s 1999 film, Eyes Wide Shut.
Stanley Kubrick’s Unusual Approach to Firing...
- 5/18/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Eyes follow Anya Taylor-Joy whenever she steps on a red carpet, and the descriptions of her ensembles that follow often include adjectives like glamorous, ethereal, angelic, and the like. But when she faced photographers’ lenses in Sydney in early May for the world premiere of George Miller’s Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, what followed was a series of exclamation points. Edgy! Electric! Striking! Furiosa-approved!
Taylor-Joy donned a vintage look from Paco Rabanne’s spring 1996 haute couture collection. The sheer chain-mail creation featured triangular and oval diamonté adornments with arrow spikes jutting out from both the body of the dress and the matching headpiece.
With her appearance, Taylor-Joy became the latest star to fashionably fuel a trend that has been described as method dressing or character cosplay. It has felt omnipresent as of late, thanks to style stars like Zendaya, Margot Robbie, Emma Stone, Kristen Stewart and Florence Pugh. Though...
Taylor-Joy donned a vintage look from Paco Rabanne’s spring 1996 haute couture collection. The sheer chain-mail creation featured triangular and oval diamonté adornments with arrow spikes jutting out from both the body of the dress and the matching headpiece.
With her appearance, Taylor-Joy became the latest star to fashionably fuel a trend that has been described as method dressing or character cosplay. It has felt omnipresent as of late, thanks to style stars like Zendaya, Margot Robbie, Emma Stone, Kristen Stewart and Florence Pugh. Though...
- 5/18/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
What Do We Know About Dune Prophecy? More than you may think. With the second part of Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation of Frank Herbert’s classic science fiction novel a critical and box office success, it is going to be several years before we see the next feature film in the series, Dune Messiah. Luckily, production on the small-screen prequel /spin-off was concurrent with Dune: Part Two which means before the end of the year we are going to return to the fictional realms of Arrakis, Geidi Prime, and more via Max.
While not much in the way of footage has made its way online, there have been quite a few reveals about Dune Prophecy, so let’s jump in and discuss.
Denis Villeneuve is not directing any episodes
The original plan was for Villeneuve to helm the series in addition to his big screen directorial duties. The series, originally announced as Dune: The Sisterhood,...
While not much in the way of footage has made its way online, there have been quite a few reveals about Dune Prophecy, so let’s jump in and discuss.
Denis Villeneuve is not directing any episodes
The original plan was for Villeneuve to helm the series in addition to his big screen directorial duties. The series, originally announced as Dune: The Sisterhood,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
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Luca Guadagnino’s “Challengers” is swinging into streaming. The Zendaya-led drama is now available to rent/purchase on Prime Video and Apple TV+.
Rent 'Challengers' Online $19.99
“Challengers” follows the rivalry between tennis pros Art Donaldson (Mike Faist) and Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor), who are vicious competitors on and off the court as they pine for the love tennis prodigy turned coach Tashi (Zendaya).
Guadagnino’s steamy sports drama has been met with much praise from critics and fans alike, making it a likely contender come awards season. Variety’s Peter Debruge deemed “Challengers” a “critic’s pick,” calling the film “the steamiest (and funniest) sports-centric love triangle since ‘Bull Durham.'” The film currently sits at 89% on Rotten Tomatoes with a B+ CinemaScore.
“Challengers” opened with...
Luca Guadagnino’s “Challengers” is swinging into streaming. The Zendaya-led drama is now available to rent/purchase on Prime Video and Apple TV+.
Rent 'Challengers' Online $19.99
“Challengers” follows the rivalry between tennis pros Art Donaldson (Mike Faist) and Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor), who are vicious competitors on and off the court as they pine for the love tennis prodigy turned coach Tashi (Zendaya).
Guadagnino’s steamy sports drama has been met with much praise from critics and fans alike, making it a likely contender come awards season. Variety’s Peter Debruge deemed “Challengers” a “critic’s pick,” calling the film “the steamiest (and funniest) sports-centric love triangle since ‘Bull Durham.'” The film currently sits at 89% on Rotten Tomatoes with a B+ CinemaScore.
“Challengers” opened with...
- 5/17/2024
- by Jack Dunn
- Variety Film + TV
Neon has bought North American rights to “The Unknown” (“L’Inconnue”), the hotly anticipated next movie from “Anatomy of a Fall”’s Oscar-winning co-writer Arthur Harari.
As revealed by Variety earlier this week, the movie will star Léa Seydoux (“Dune 2”) and is being represented in international markets. Harari is rolling off of “Anatomy of a Fall” which he co-wrote with director Justine Triet, abd won an Oscar, two Golden Globes, a BAFTA and the Palme d’Or at last year’s Cannes Film Festival.
The deal was negotiated by Neon’s president of acquisitions and production Jeff Deutchman with producer Nicolas Anthomé on behalf of the filmmakers, and marks Neon’s second collaboration with Harari following last year’s “Anatomy of a Fall” which Neon acquired out of Cannes in 2023 before it won the Palme d’Or for that year. This deal further cements Neon’s commitment to bringing top-of-the-line international cinema to U.
As revealed by Variety earlier this week, the movie will star Léa Seydoux (“Dune 2”) and is being represented in international markets. Harari is rolling off of “Anatomy of a Fall” which he co-wrote with director Justine Triet, abd won an Oscar, two Golden Globes, a BAFTA and the Palme d’Or at last year’s Cannes Film Festival.
The deal was negotiated by Neon’s president of acquisitions and production Jeff Deutchman with producer Nicolas Anthomé on behalf of the filmmakers, and marks Neon’s second collaboration with Harari following last year’s “Anatomy of a Fall” which Neon acquired out of Cannes in 2023 before it won the Palme d’Or for that year. This deal further cements Neon’s commitment to bringing top-of-the-line international cinema to U.
- 5/17/2024
- by Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
Bad Boys: Ride or Die is about to enter theaters and the only question in my mind is if Will Smith‘s Oscar 2022 controversy will end the long-running Bad Boys franchise.
It has been more than two years since Smith caused one of the biggest controversies in Hollywood. If you don’t remember let’s recap a bit, on the night of Oscar 2022 popular comedian Chris Rock came out to present an award and made a throwaway and truthfully harmless joke about Smith’s wife Jada Pinkett-Smith and that’s when Smith got up on the stage and slapped him. If that wasn’t bizarre enough, Smith went on to win the Best Actor award and the night went on like nothing had happened.
The whole internet was outraged by Smith’s action and he even attempted to apologize to the comedian and his fans but the damage had already been done.
It has been more than two years since Smith caused one of the biggest controversies in Hollywood. If you don’t remember let’s recap a bit, on the night of Oscar 2022 popular comedian Chris Rock came out to present an award and made a throwaway and truthfully harmless joke about Smith’s wife Jada Pinkett-Smith and that’s when Smith got up on the stage and slapped him. If that wasn’t bizarre enough, Smith went on to win the Best Actor award and the night went on like nothing had happened.
The whole internet was outraged by Smith’s action and he even attempted to apologize to the comedian and his fans but the damage had already been done.
- 5/17/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
It’s no secret that the Covid-19 pandemic upended the movie theater business in 2020, but in the years since, the industry has slowly climbed back. In 2021, 14 movies were able to cross the coveted $100 million mark at the U.S. box office. In 2022, that number jumped up to 18 films. And in 2023, there were a whopping 25 such blockbusters. So how many features released during the current 2024 calendar year will end up becoming box office behemoths? Stay tuned.
To date, the biggest money-maker of the year is “Dune: Part Two,” the sequel to the Oscar-winning “Dune” from 2021. Scroll through our gallery below to see all of the 2024 box office hits so far that made more than $100 million in the United States. The number will continue to grow as high-profile movies like “Inside Out 2” and “Wicked” will be released later in the year.
To date, the biggest money-maker of the year is “Dune: Part Two,” the sequel to the Oscar-winning “Dune” from 2021. Scroll through our gallery below to see all of the 2024 box office hits so far that made more than $100 million in the United States. The number will continue to grow as high-profile movies like “Inside Out 2” and “Wicked” will be released later in the year.
- 5/16/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
While 3D cinema had come and gone in popularity, one premium screen that was made popular by Christopher Nolan’s attempt to use the technology is IMAX. Originally, the special cameras and format were meant for nature & science documentaries. The picture quality was unlike any that was seen before in order to capture the immense detail in every facet of the natural life on Earth. Then, Nolan had taken to using it for his blockbuster sequel, The Dark Knight, and crews of camera operators and projectionists would have to learn to utilize the practice for general audience movies.
The format has since taken off and has become a more luxurious and immersive way to watch a movie. This is especially if the film were a special effects-laden narrative that aims to take you on a journey onto a bigger plane. The practice has become more and more common in Hollywood with their big movies,...
The format has since taken off and has become a more luxurious and immersive way to watch a movie. This is especially if the film were a special effects-laden narrative that aims to take you on a journey onto a bigger plane. The practice has become more and more common in Hollywood with their big movies,...
- 5/16/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
One Cannes ritual is IMAX CEO Rich Gelfond’s annual press lunch. IMAX is thriving in the global marketplace, with more than 1,700 screens in 90 countries, as audiences continue to recognize and embrace the global brand for giant film and digital cameras and big-screen formats. Helfand announced the company’s upcoming 2025 filmed for IMAX slate (below) while at Cannes, which he believes will break records for the company. Thanks to IMAX believer Chris Nolan‘s global blockbuster “Oppenheimer,” IMAX performed at peak capacity with over $1 billion in revenue in 2023, matching the company’s 2019 pre-pandemic record.
IMAX delivered 20% of the global box office for “Oppenheimer” — shot entirely with IMAX film cameras — and more than $190 million worldwide, making it the fifth highest grossing IMAX film of all time. IMAX also delivered 21% of the global box office for “Dune: Part Two” — shot entirely with IMAX-certified digital cameras — and over $145 million worldwide, making it the seventh highest.
IMAX delivered 20% of the global box office for “Oppenheimer” — shot entirely with IMAX film cameras — and more than $190 million worldwide, making it the fifth highest grossing IMAX film of all time. IMAX also delivered 21% of the global box office for “Dune: Part Two” — shot entirely with IMAX-certified digital cameras — and over $145 million worldwide, making it the seventh highest.
- 5/16/2024
- by Anne Thompson
- Indiewire
For a universe that lies thousands of years in the future, it becomes important to honor the past and learn the history of oneʼs lineage and inheritance. This is where Dune: Prophecy comes in to teach us the lores and mythologies that build the exceptionally vast universe of Frank Herbertʼs Dune. The 1965 novel that set a precedent for science fiction and dystopia has now been adapted by Warner Bros. for a television adaptation following the massive success of Denis Villeneuveʼs epic franchise.
Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica Atreides in Dune [Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures]However, the prequel that sows the seeds of the Dune lore further into our pop culture narrative is not just a study of the past and all its crucial, historically defining moments. Instead, Dune: Prophecy studies the faction of the Bene Gesserit and traces their origin back to the past, 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides.
Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica Atreides in Dune [Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures]However, the prequel that sows the seeds of the Dune lore further into our pop culture narrative is not just a study of the past and all its crucial, historically defining moments. Instead, Dune: Prophecy studies the faction of the Bene Gesserit and traces their origin back to the past, 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides.
- 5/15/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Max’s Dune: Prophecy brings The End of the F***ing World actress Jessica Barden on board for the prequel series. The long-gestating show has been in early development since 2019, but due to several issues, including the change of showrunners, it has experienced a delay.
Dune (2021)
Originally named Dune: The Sisterhood, as inspired by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson’s Sisterhood of Dune novel, the upcoming series has been confirmed and is ready to go.
Jessica Barden Officially Joins House Harkonnen In Dune: Prophecy
Variety reported the casting of Jessica Barden as young Valya Harkonnen, which the character has been described as, “Ambitious, stubborn and forceful.” The description continued:
“Young Valya Harkonnen dreams of restoring her family’s noble status. When a tragedy shatters her plans for the future, she finds herself on a new path that leads to the Sisterhood.”
Jessica Barden in The End of the F***ing World...
Dune (2021)
Originally named Dune: The Sisterhood, as inspired by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson’s Sisterhood of Dune novel, the upcoming series has been confirmed and is ready to go.
Jessica Barden Officially Joins House Harkonnen In Dune: Prophecy
Variety reported the casting of Jessica Barden as young Valya Harkonnen, which the character has been described as, “Ambitious, stubborn and forceful.” The description continued:
“Young Valya Harkonnen dreams of restoring her family’s noble status. When a tragedy shatters her plans for the future, she finds herself on a new path that leads to the Sisterhood.”
Jessica Barden in The End of the F***ing World...
- 5/15/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
A scene from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ action adventure “Dune: Part Two,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo Credit: Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures Copyright: © 2023 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved. Get ready to journey back 10,000 years before Paul Atreides in the new Max Original series, Dune: Prophecy. Follow two Harkonnen sisters as they fight to save humanity and establish the Bene Gesserit. Starring Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, and more, this six-episode series promises epic battles, political intrigue, and the origins of a legendary sisterhood. Catch the first look teaser and prepare for the fall premiere on Max!
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- 5/15/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
As Dune fans await the next big-screen installment in the potential trilogy, the sci-fi franchise has revealed the first trailer for Dune: Prophecy, a prequel series that will stream on Max this fall.
Taking place 10,000 years before the saga of Paul Atreides that featured in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune movies, Dune: Prophecy “follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit,” HBO Max said in a synopsis.
(For those unfamiliar with the Dune movies,...
Taking place 10,000 years before the saga of Paul Atreides that featured in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune movies, Dune: Prophecy “follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit,” HBO Max said in a synopsis.
(For those unfamiliar with the Dune movies,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Upfront week’s reliance on films isn’t actually new but it is increasingly bizarre, as evidenced by the top of Wednesday morning’s Warner Bros. Discovery presentation kicking off with sizzle that prioritized features Furiosa, Dune: Part Two and Wonka — when new episodes of the HBO and Max’s flagship Game of Thrones spinoff, House of the Dragon, are just weeks away.
But the opening frames proved to be relatively misleading, as the 90-minute (notably David Zaslav free) pitch to advertisers focused almost exclusively on … advertising. And on linear TV, at that. Film was referenced, of course, but as a vehicle to get Procter & Gamble’s Olay in on the Barbie phenomenon. Ad sales execs literally offered up James Gunn’s first project of the new DC era to the room full of media buyers, asking who wants sponsorship deals ahead of its planned 2025 release: “Do you want to be in Superman?...
But the opening frames proved to be relatively misleading, as the 90-minute (notably David Zaslav free) pitch to advertisers focused almost exclusively on … advertising. And on linear TV, at that. Film was referenced, of course, but as a vehicle to get Procter & Gamble’s Olay in on the Barbie phenomenon. Ad sales execs literally offered up James Gunn’s first project of the new DC era to the room full of media buyers, asking who wants sponsorship deals ahead of its planned 2025 release: “Do you want to be in Superman?...
- 5/15/2024
- by Mikey O'Connell
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
"Sisterhood above all..." Warner Bros has revealed the first look teaser trailer for the epic new sci-fi series Dune: Prophecy, a spin-off TV series streaming on Max later in 2024 (aiming for a fall release). It's set 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides, before the universe knew them as the Bene Gesserit... This is directly connected to Denis Villeneuve's two (so far) brilliant Dune movies but it's not a direct prequel since it's set so far in the past. It's also based on the book "Sisterhood of Dune" by Kevin J. Anderson and Brian Herbert (Frank's son). The intro to that book is much more fascinating: "It is eighty-three years after the last of the thinking machines were destroyed in the Battle of Corrin, after Faykan Butler took the name of Corrino and established himself as the first Emperor of a new Imperium. Great changes are brewing that will...
- 5/15/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
John Krasinski and Ryan Reynolds teamed up together to create an iconic movie titled If which could have been quite an interesting tale. With Emily Blunt, Steve Carrell, and, Awkwafina joining the cast, the movie had great potential, but something turned out to be missing.
Ryan Reynolds in a still from If (2024)
The reason why we say that it “could” have been a huge blockbuster is because of its early ratings. Although the film hasn’t been released yet, the early reviews are here and people did not like the movie too much. It seems that the critics hated the film even more, judging by the movie’s current ratings.
Ryan Reynolds’ If Could Have Been Something Bigger!
With John Krasinski being the director of the film while also starring alongside Ryan Reynolds, If had quite an iconic reception when the trailer for the film was released. Gathering millions of views,...
Ryan Reynolds in a still from If (2024)
The reason why we say that it “could” have been a huge blockbuster is because of its early ratings. Although the film hasn’t been released yet, the early reviews are here and people did not like the movie too much. It seems that the critics hated the film even more, judging by the movie’s current ratings.
Ryan Reynolds’ If Could Have Been Something Bigger!
With John Krasinski being the director of the film while also starring alongside Ryan Reynolds, If had quite an iconic reception when the trailer for the film was released. Gathering millions of views,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
George Miller’s Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga will have some good commercial news at its back as it roars into its much-anticipated Cannes Film Festival premiere Wednesday night.
The Warner Bros. action tentpole has received censorship approval from Beijing regulators to get released in China, a source with knowledge of the decision tells The Hollywood Reporter. It will be the first film in the 45-year-old Mad Max movie franchise to open theatrically in the country, which is home to the world’s second-largest box office. Warner Bros. has applied for a June 7 release date for Furiosa, but the studio is still waiting for the final dating decision from China’s film regulators, according to THR‘s source.
Since the pandemic, Hollywood hits have been earning far less in China than they once did, as the country’s moviegoing youth have undergone a generational shift in taste towards domestic fare.
The Warner Bros. action tentpole has received censorship approval from Beijing regulators to get released in China, a source with knowledge of the decision tells The Hollywood Reporter. It will be the first film in the 45-year-old Mad Max movie franchise to open theatrically in the country, which is home to the world’s second-largest box office. Warner Bros. has applied for a June 7 release date for Furiosa, but the studio is still waiting for the final dating decision from China’s film regulators, according to THR‘s source.
Since the pandemic, Hollywood hits have been earning far less in China than they once did, as the country’s moviegoing youth have undergone a generational shift in taste towards domestic fare.
- 5/15/2024
- by Patrick Brzeski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Warner Bros. Discovery kept up with TV upfronts week’s biggest trend at their presentation out of The Theater at Madison Square Garden Tuesday: Promoting not just its TV slate as a prime ad-buying opportunity — but also its film franchises.
First up from CEO David Zaslav’s team, WB Discovery revenue and strategy chief Bruce Campbell addressed the Madison Avenue crowd following a sizzle featuring top Wbd IP and brands across film and TV series. Then Mindy Kaling took the stage to promote her Max comedy “The Sex Lives of College Girls” before introducing HBO and Max chairman and CEO Casey Bloys.
“I know when you look at me, you see a young, beautiful mother,” Kaling said. “The truth is I am an old Max veteran. I was here way back when Max was HBO Max, it was this whole other thing. It was just me, ‘Tom & Jerry’ reruns...
First up from CEO David Zaslav’s team, WB Discovery revenue and strategy chief Bruce Campbell addressed the Madison Avenue crowd following a sizzle featuring top Wbd IP and brands across film and TV series. Then Mindy Kaling took the stage to promote her Max comedy “The Sex Lives of College Girls” before introducing HBO and Max chairman and CEO Casey Bloys.
“I know when you look at me, you see a young, beautiful mother,” Kaling said. “The truth is I am an old Max veteran. I was here way back when Max was HBO Max, it was this whole other thing. It was just me, ‘Tom & Jerry’ reruns...
- 5/15/2024
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
While you wait for Dune: Part 2 to hit the Max streaming service on May 21, Max has debuted the official teaser trailer for the upcoming spinoff series “Dune: Prophecy” this morning.
The new Max Original Series is streaming this fall on Max. It’s set 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides, and before the universe knew them as the Bene Gesserit…
From the expansive universe of Dune, created by author Frank Herbert, the six-episode first season follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.
“Dune: Prophecy” is inspired by the novel “Sisterhood of Dune,” written by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson.
The cast includes Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May, Mark Strong, Sarah-Sofie Boussnina, Josh Heuston, Chloe Lea, Jade Anouka, Faoileann Cunningham, Edward Davis, Aoife Hinds, Chris Mason,...
The new Max Original Series is streaming this fall on Max. It’s set 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides, and before the universe knew them as the Bene Gesserit…
From the expansive universe of Dune, created by author Frank Herbert, the six-episode first season follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.
“Dune: Prophecy” is inspired by the novel “Sisterhood of Dune,” written by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson.
The cast includes Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May, Mark Strong, Sarah-Sofie Boussnina, Josh Heuston, Chloe Lea, Jade Anouka, Faoileann Cunningham, Edward Davis, Aoife Hinds, Chris Mason,...
- 5/15/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
The “Dune” universe is expanding once more.
After the massively successful release of “Dune: Part Two” and the teasing of a third film written and directed by Denis Villeneuve, the literary franchise has landed a TV adaptation with “Dune: Prophecy.” The Max series is inspired by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson’s novel “Sisterhood of Dune” — a teaser was revealed during the Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront presentation, with the six-episode season set to debut this fall on streamer Max.
The official synopsis reads: From the expansive universe of ‘Dune,’ created by acclaimed author Frank Herbert, and 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet), “Dune: Prophecy” follows two Harkonnen sisters (Emily Watson and Olivia Williams) as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind, and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.
The ensemble cast includes Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May, Mark Strong,...
After the massively successful release of “Dune: Part Two” and the teasing of a third film written and directed by Denis Villeneuve, the literary franchise has landed a TV adaptation with “Dune: Prophecy.” The Max series is inspired by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson’s novel “Sisterhood of Dune” — a teaser was revealed during the Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront presentation, with the six-episode season set to debut this fall on streamer Max.
The official synopsis reads: From the expansive universe of ‘Dune,’ created by acclaimed author Frank Herbert, and 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet), “Dune: Prophecy” follows two Harkonnen sisters (Emily Watson and Olivia Williams) as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind, and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.
The ensemble cast includes Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May, Mark Strong,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Max has released a first look at its upcoming Dune TV series.
Below is a teaser trailer for Dune: Prophecy, which brings a tale from author Frank Herbert’s sci-fi odyssey to the small screen this fall. The video was first shown during the Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront presentation in New York City on Wednesday.
The official description: “10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, Dune: Prophecy follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind, and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.”
Dune: Prophecy is inspired by the novel Sisterhood of Dune, written by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, and the first season consists of six episodes. The show was originally titled Dune: The Sisterhood.
The project follows the massive success of Dune: Part Two which has made $710 million worldwide at the box office. The series is...
Below is a teaser trailer for Dune: Prophecy, which brings a tale from author Frank Herbert’s sci-fi odyssey to the small screen this fall. The video was first shown during the Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront presentation in New York City on Wednesday.
The official description: “10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, Dune: Prophecy follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind, and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.”
Dune: Prophecy is inspired by the novel Sisterhood of Dune, written by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, and the first season consists of six episodes. The show was originally titled Dune: The Sisterhood.
The project follows the massive success of Dune: Part Two which has made $710 million worldwide at the box office. The series is...
- 5/15/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Despite the challenges in bringing Frank Herbert’s novel to the big screen, Dune: Part Two has remained a visually captivating experience. One of the most talked-about aspects is the film’s striking black-and-white sequence, which received significant pushback from Warner Bros. Discovery. The Challenge of Cinematic Creativity Cinematographer Greig Fraser shared his insights, revealing that filming in monochrome presented a unique challenge due to its artistic and technical demands. Despite these difficulties, he embraced the creative opportunity, understanding that lighting and contrast were crucial in conveying emotional depth through this medium. A Thematic Choice The decision to shoot certain sequences in
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The post Dune 2s Black and White Sequence Faced Pushback From Studio first appeared on TVovermind.
- 5/15/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Denis Villeneuve has worked some cinematic magic by making not one but two successful "Dune" movies, especially since for years people considered Frank Herbert's sci-fi tome to be unadaptable. Villeneuve broke Herbert's book in half, starting off with "Dune" released in 2021, and then continuing things with this year's "Dune: Part Two" (you can read our review right here). While Villeneuve always intended to make two films (the first movie's title card proclaimed it to be "Dune: Part One" before a second film was even officially given the green light in the public), he didn't shoot the movies back to back — there was a bit of a gap between productions.
But as it turns out, that wasn't the original plan. According to Villeneuve himself, his initial goal was to shoot "Dune" and "Dune: Part Two" back-to-back, similar to what Peter Jackson did with his glorious "Lord of the Rings" trilogy.
But as it turns out, that wasn't the original plan. According to Villeneuve himself, his initial goal was to shoot "Dune" and "Dune: Part Two" back-to-back, similar to what Peter Jackson did with his glorious "Lord of the Rings" trilogy.
- 5/15/2024
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
Avatar 2 Leads The Global 10 In The Post-Covid Era & Here’s Where Barbie & Oppenheimer Is At On The List. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
The Covid-19 pandemic shook the world, and the entertainment world also suffered. People were getting scared to go to the cinema halls to watch movies, but things changed eventually, and people adapted to the new normal. Movie lovers went to the theatres to show their love for their favorite stars, filmmakers, and anticipated films, reflected in their box office collections. Avatar: The Way of Water or Avatar 2 by James Cameron is at the top of Box Office Global Top 10 in the post-covid era. Check out the rest of the list below.
Cameron’s most-awaited sci-fi film was released in 2022 and was the sequel to his 2009 movie. The film features Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, and others in titular roles. The filmmaker’s Titanic star Kate Winslet joined...
The Covid-19 pandemic shook the world, and the entertainment world also suffered. People were getting scared to go to the cinema halls to watch movies, but things changed eventually, and people adapted to the new normal. Movie lovers went to the theatres to show their love for their favorite stars, filmmakers, and anticipated films, reflected in their box office collections. Avatar: The Way of Water or Avatar 2 by James Cameron is at the top of Box Office Global Top 10 in the post-covid era. Check out the rest of the list below.
Cameron’s most-awaited sci-fi film was released in 2022 and was the sequel to his 2009 movie. The film features Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, and others in titular roles. The filmmaker’s Titanic star Kate Winslet joined...
- 5/15/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Léa Seydoux addressed France’s growing #MeToo movement at the Cannes Film Festival press conference for Quentin Dupieux’s comedy “The Second Act,” which opened the fest on Tuesday night.
“It’s a wonderful thing that women are now speaking out. Things are clearly changing and it was high time it did,” she said. “I have the impression that this change has indeed taken place. The film also plays with this idea, it also talks about very current events and this movement, where women are now speaking out, and that was of fundamental importance for this change to take place.”
Seydoux continued, “#MeToo is very important. It’s a very serious issue. However, I think it is also necessary to be able to talk about it with humor. In the film, this is highlighted in a very funny way.”
Addressing the impact of #MeToo on the way actresses are treated on set,...
“It’s a wonderful thing that women are now speaking out. Things are clearly changing and it was high time it did,” she said. “I have the impression that this change has indeed taken place. The film also plays with this idea, it also talks about very current events and this movement, where women are now speaking out, and that was of fundamental importance for this change to take place.”
Seydoux continued, “#MeToo is very important. It’s a very serious issue. However, I think it is also necessary to be able to talk about it with humor. In the film, this is highlighted in a very funny way.”
Addressing the impact of #MeToo on the way actresses are treated on set,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Ellise Shafer and Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
Ryan Reynolds has been promoting his upcoming MCU film Deadpool & Wolverine every chance he gets. During the premiere of his new film If, directed by John Krasinski, Reynolds jokingly talked about adopting a particular promotional material that went viral during Dune: Part Two‘s release. The Green Lantern actor shared that he is in the process of developing a Deadpool popcorn bucket after one reporter asked him about the same.
Ryan Reynolds may come up with one promotional prop for Deadpool & Wolverine inspired by another film
Fans expect nothing short of high-octane action and mind-bending twists from the film that also stars Hugh Jackman and Emma Corrin in major roles. Many other X-Men and MCU heroes will be making appearances in Deadpool & Wolverine.
Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool Popcorn Bucket Will Be Weirder Than The Dune 2 One
Ryan Reynolds jokes about coming up with popcorn buckets that beat Timothée Chalamet...
Ryan Reynolds may come up with one promotional prop for Deadpool & Wolverine inspired by another film
Fans expect nothing short of high-octane action and mind-bending twists from the film that also stars Hugh Jackman and Emma Corrin in major roles. Many other X-Men and MCU heroes will be making appearances in Deadpool & Wolverine.
Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool Popcorn Bucket Will Be Weirder Than The Dune 2 One
Ryan Reynolds jokes about coming up with popcorn buckets that beat Timothée Chalamet...
- 5/15/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
There is no less fun seeing the rivalry between Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman— mostly poking fun at each other at their expense. Their upcoming MCU movie Deadpool & Wolverine has featured the same characteristic trait as well but before the release of the movie, the duo started name-calling as Reynolds recently called Jackman a liar and coward.
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine
Marvel Studios has prepared Deadpool & Wolverine to be a banger at the box office making it the only movie slated for a theatrical treat for fans. Now ahead of its release, the fun pokes and teasing have also been revealed in the trailer and the clips of the movie. But off the screen, the Deadpool actor Reynolds seemingly vowed to leave no stone unturned to take a friendly jibe at his co-star.
Ryan Reynolds Calls Out Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman and Ryan...
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine
Marvel Studios has prepared Deadpool & Wolverine to be a banger at the box office making it the only movie slated for a theatrical treat for fans. Now ahead of its release, the fun pokes and teasing have also been revealed in the trailer and the clips of the movie. But off the screen, the Deadpool actor Reynolds seemingly vowed to leave no stone unturned to take a friendly jibe at his co-star.
Ryan Reynolds Calls Out Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman and Ryan...
- 5/15/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Box Office Collection Is Making Records! ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Wes Ball’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes has performed like a Tsunami in its extended 5-day opening weekend, exceeding early projections and solidifying its place at the box office. The film, set three centuries after the events of War for the Planet of the Apes debuted with a strong estimated $58.5 million for the three-day weekend.
Domestic Share
Currently, the domestic share of the Ape film contributes 46% to the worldwide box office. The film had the third-highest opening in North America after Kung Fu Panda 4 and Dune: Part 2 and is now aiming for an all-time record for the Apes Franchise.
The movie also claims top spots in other international territories. As quoted in a report by Variety, “Disney’s Kingdom of The Planet of the Apes debuted atop the UK...
Wes Ball’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes has performed like a Tsunami in its extended 5-day opening weekend, exceeding early projections and solidifying its place at the box office. The film, set three centuries after the events of War for the Planet of the Apes debuted with a strong estimated $58.5 million for the three-day weekend.
Domestic Share
Currently, the domestic share of the Ape film contributes 46% to the worldwide box office. The film had the third-highest opening in North America after Kung Fu Panda 4 and Dune: Part 2 and is now aiming for an all-time record for the Apes Franchise.
The movie also claims top spots in other international territories. As quoted in a report by Variety, “Disney’s Kingdom of The Planet of the Apes debuted atop the UK...
- 5/15/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
If you’ve been waiting for the streaming premiere of Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two, you won’t have long to wait. Warner Bros. announced today that the acclaimed sequel will start streaming exclusively on Max on May 21st, which is just next week.
Dune: Part Two is already available on Digital and was released on Blu-ray/4K Ultra HD today, so the upcoming streaming release means that Paul Atreides’ saga will soon be accessible for all who want it. The Dune sequel explores “the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.“
Related Denis Villeneuve can’t wait to bring back Anya Taylor-Joy...
Dune: Part Two is already available on Digital and was released on Blu-ray/4K Ultra HD today, so the upcoming streaming release means that Paul Atreides’ saga will soon be accessible for all who want it. The Dune sequel explores “the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.“
Related Denis Villeneuve can’t wait to bring back Anya Taylor-Joy...
- 5/15/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The new horror movie from New Line Cinema and director Zach Cregger (Barbarian), the upcoming Weapons has received a theatrical release date from Warner Bros. tonight.
New Line Cinema will release Weapons in theaters January 16, 2026.
Benedict Wong (3 Body Problem), Amy Madigan (Antlers), Austin Abrams (Euphoria), and Cary Christopher (Days of Our Lives) all recently joined the film’s cast.
They join previously announced stars Josh Brolin (Dune 2), Julia Garner (The Royal Hotel), and Alden Ehrenreich (Cocaine Bear) in the mysterious horror movie.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia,...
New Line Cinema will release Weapons in theaters January 16, 2026.
Benedict Wong (3 Body Problem), Amy Madigan (Antlers), Austin Abrams (Euphoria), and Cary Christopher (Days of Our Lives) all recently joined the film’s cast.
They join previously announced stars Josh Brolin (Dune 2), Julia Garner (The Royal Hotel), and Alden Ehrenreich (Cocaine Bear) in the mysterious horror movie.
The upcoming Weapons is from writer/director Zach Cregger, who will also produce alongside his Barbarian producing team: Roy Lee of Vertigo and J.D. Lifshitz and Raphael Margules of BoulderLight Pictures. Vertigo’s Miri Yoon also produces.
The Hollywood Reporter teases, “Plot details for Weapons are being kept holstered but it is described as a multi and inter-related story horror epic that tonally is in the vein of Magnolia,...
- 5/14/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Dune: Part Two has been available to purchase on Digital services for almost a month now, but Warner Bros. has finally announced a streaming date for Denis Villeneuve's critically-acclaimed sci-fi sequel.
Fans will get to return to Arrakis from the comfort of their couches very soon, as Dune: Part Two is set to premiere on Max next Tuesday, May 21.
Although the movie didn't reach $1 billion as some predicted (always a long shot in the current box office climate), it did pass $700 million worldwide, meaning a third film based on Frank Herbert's second novel, Dune: Messiah, is likely.
Part Three hasn't been officially greenllt, but is believed to be in the early stages of development - though there's no guarantee that Villeneuve will to return to complete the trilogy.
“If we go back, it needs to be real, it needs to be relevant," the filmmaker told Empire in a recent interview.
Fans will get to return to Arrakis from the comfort of their couches very soon, as Dune: Part Two is set to premiere on Max next Tuesday, May 21.
Although the movie didn't reach $1 billion as some predicted (always a long shot in the current box office climate), it did pass $700 million worldwide, meaning a third film based on Frank Herbert's second novel, Dune: Messiah, is likely.
Part Three hasn't been officially greenllt, but is believed to be in the early stages of development - though there's no guarantee that Villeneuve will to return to complete the trilogy.
“If we go back, it needs to be real, it needs to be relevant," the filmmaker told Empire in a recent interview.
- 5/14/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The stormy clouds outside the Palais might have dampened some spirits as the credits rolled on the opening night film of the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Or maybe it was the movie itself.
“The Second Act,” Quentin Dupieux’s talky French comedy about the making of the first movie directed by AI, mustered a lukewarm 3.5-minute standing ovation on Tuesday night in Cannes.
Dupieux attedned the premiere along with his French cast of Léa Seydoux, Louis Garrel, Vincent Lindon and Raphaël Quenard. The four actors all politely stood as a camera quickly passed by through the tepid applause.
In the meta film, these French stars play actors making a romantic comedy they know is pointless, as it’s the first movie written and directed by AI. In the opening scenes, we learn that Florence (Seydoux) wants to take things to the next level with David (Garrel), but he is no...
“The Second Act,” Quentin Dupieux’s talky French comedy about the making of the first movie directed by AI, mustered a lukewarm 3.5-minute standing ovation on Tuesday night in Cannes.
Dupieux attedned the premiere along with his French cast of Léa Seydoux, Louis Garrel, Vincent Lindon and Raphaël Quenard. The four actors all politely stood as a camera quickly passed by through the tepid applause.
In the meta film, these French stars play actors making a romantic comedy they know is pointless, as it’s the first movie written and directed by AI. In the opening scenes, we learn that Florence (Seydoux) wants to take things to the next level with David (Garrel), but he is no...
- 5/14/2024
- by Ramin Setoodeh and Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Nearly a decade ago, Oscar-winning cinematographer Greig Fraser was hanging out at one of Roger and James Deakins’ famous barbecues when he was introduced to a French-Canadian man he didn’t immediately recognize. But as soon as he put a face to the name “Denis Villeneuve,” he instantly called to mind two of the filmmaker’s critically acclaimed Canadian films, Polytechnique (2009) and Incendies (2010), as well as his American debut, Prisoners (2013), that he shot with the co-host of that day’s festivities, Roger Deakins. So Fraser and Villeneuve got to know each other that day, before going their separate ways for a few years.
During the intervening time period, Fraser photographed a handful of projects including the first Star Wars spinoff film, Rogue One (2016), as well as the first live-action Star Wars series in The Mandalorian. And then, in 2018, Villeneuve reached out regarding the Dp position on his forthcoming adaptation of...
During the intervening time period, Fraser photographed a handful of projects including the first Star Wars spinoff film, Rogue One (2016), as well as the first live-action Star Wars series in The Mandalorian. And then, in 2018, Villeneuve reached out regarding the Dp position on his forthcoming adaptation of...
- 5/14/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ Dune: Part Two will make its streaming debut on Max next Tuesday, May 21. The streaming service has also revealed the official trailer for House of the Dragon Season 2.
Dune: Part Two explores the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
The big-screen epic continues the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s acclaimed bestseller Dune with returning and new stars, including Oscar nominee Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar nominee Josh Brolin, Oscar nominee Austin Butler, Oscar nominee Florence Pugh, Dave Bautista, Oscar winner Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, and Souheila Yacoub, Stellan Skarsgård, with Oscar nominee Charlotte Rampling, and Oscar winner Javier Bardem.
Dune: Part Two explores the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
The big-screen epic continues the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s acclaimed bestseller Dune with returning and new stars, including Oscar nominee Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar nominee Josh Brolin, Oscar nominee Austin Butler, Oscar nominee Florence Pugh, Dave Bautista, Oscar winner Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, and Souheila Yacoub, Stellan Skarsgård, with Oscar nominee Charlotte Rampling, and Oscar winner Javier Bardem.
- 5/14/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
"Dune: Part Two", the new science fiction feature, directed by Denis Villeneuve, as a sequel to his 2021 film and second of a two-part adaptation of the 1965 novel "Dune" by Frank Herbert, stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Charlotte Rampling, Javier Bardem, Florence Pugh, Austin Butler, Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, Souheila Yacoub and Tim Blake Nelson, streaming May 21, 2024 on Max:
"...the new film explores the continuing journey of 'Paul Atreides' who is united with 'Chani' (Zendaya) .
"He seeks revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.
2 3 4 "He seems to face a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe...
"...and endeavors to prevent a terrible future…
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"...the new film explores the continuing journey of 'Paul Atreides' who is united with 'Chani' (Zendaya) .
"He seeks revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.
2 3 4 "He seems to face a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe...
"...and endeavors to prevent a terrible future…
“…that apparently only he can predict..."
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- 5/14/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
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Según Variety, la reconocida actriz francesa Léa Seydoux, protagonizará la película “The Unknown” bajo la dirección del guionista Arthur Harari, conocido por su trabajo en “Anatomía de una Caída”.
Aunque el argumento de la película se mantiene en secreto, el proyecto se describe como “una mezcla de crónica urbana realista, película fantástica, investigación, melodrama y ensoñación.”
Nicolas Anthomé, productor de la película, ha compartido su entusiasmo por el proyecto y ha dicho: «The Unknown será una película de fantasía realista, entendiendo la fantasía, ante todo, como una espectacular promesa de vértigo, evocación y poesía.»
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Según Variety, la reconocida actriz francesa Léa Seydoux, protagonizará la película “The Unknown” bajo la dirección del guionista Arthur Harari, conocido por su trabajo en “Anatomía de una Caída”.
Aunque el argumento de la película se mantiene en secreto, el proyecto se describe como “una mezcla de crónica urbana realista, película fantástica, investigación, melodrama y ensoñación.”
Nicolas Anthomé, productor de la película, ha compartido su entusiasmo por el proyecto y ha dicho: «The Unknown será una película de fantasía realista, entendiendo la fantasía, ante todo, como una espectacular promesa de vértigo, evocación y poesía.»
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The post Léa Seydoux protagonizará ‘The Unknown’, la nueva película del galardonado guionista de ‘Anatomía de una Caída’. first appeared on mundoCine.
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- 5/14/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
The team behind “Challengers” have already had a game, set, match for being a definitive film of 2024. Yet its trio of actors, including Zendaya, Josh O’Connor, and Mike Faist, seem to have no plans on taking a breather. O’Connor’s even ready to team up with director Luca Guadagnino once again.
Sure, the ending of “Challengers” might be considered ambiguous, with Zendaya even going so far as to say the final scene was “confusing” in an interview with the New York Times. What is as clear as Patrick (O’Connor) telegraphing his extramarital tryst with Tashi (Zendaya) to her husband Art (Faist) is where these buzzy stars are heading to next.
Zendaya has proven to be a box office selling point, successfully cementing her lead star status for the big screen with “Challengers” becoming director Luca Guadagnino’s highest opening film to date, surpassing Timothée Chalamet-led “Call Me By Your Name.
Sure, the ending of “Challengers” might be considered ambiguous, with Zendaya even going so far as to say the final scene was “confusing” in an interview with the New York Times. What is as clear as Patrick (O’Connor) telegraphing his extramarital tryst with Tashi (Zendaya) to her husband Art (Faist) is where these buzzy stars are heading to next.
Zendaya has proven to be a box office selling point, successfully cementing her lead star status for the big screen with “Challengers” becoming director Luca Guadagnino’s highest opening film to date, surpassing Timothée Chalamet-led “Call Me By Your Name.
- 5/14/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
If you’re a fan of the Mission: Impossible franchise, you owe a debt of gratitude to none other than Steven Spielberg. That’s right, the legendary filmmaker, 77, not only inspired Tom Cruise to offer the directing gig to Brian De Palma for the first film in the series, but he also played a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of Cruise’s career.
Mission: Impossible, which was released in 1996, is one of Cruise’s most notable films. This marked not only his first work as a producer, but also his first serious attempt at a major franchise. But above all, it is an exceptional flick that set the standard for the greatest franchise that continues to this day.
Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible (1996) Image via Paramount Pictures
Back in 2021, during a chat with Collider, Cruise revealed that his close relationship with Spielberg had a profound impact on his decision...
Mission: Impossible, which was released in 1996, is one of Cruise’s most notable films. This marked not only his first work as a producer, but also his first serious attempt at a major franchise. But above all, it is an exceptional flick that set the standard for the greatest franchise that continues to this day.
Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible (1996) Image via Paramount Pictures
Back in 2021, during a chat with Collider, Cruise revealed that his close relationship with Spielberg had a profound impact on his decision...
- 5/14/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Dune stands tall as one of the most monumental franchises to ever exist. Thus a recent thrilling announcement shook the world as Max announced a prequel series, called Dune: Prophecy diving deep into the expansive Dune universe. It promises to shed light on the mysterious lives of the Bene Gesserit. Long before Timothy Chalamet’s Atreides took over this saga.
Timothée Chalamet as Atreides in Villeneuve’s saga.
Adding to the excitement, the latest casting revelation has set hearts racing as the legendary Indian actress Tabu has been chosen for a pivotal recurring role in the series. Bollywood fans couldn’t be more elated right now as they eagerly await to witness her brilliance elevate the epic tale.
Dune: Prophecy Casts Legendary Indian Star, Tabu in Recurring Role!
A recent Variety exclusive revealed that the upcoming Max prequel series, Dune: Prophecy, has secured the esteemed Indian actress Tabu for a recurring role.
Timothée Chalamet as Atreides in Villeneuve’s saga.
Adding to the excitement, the latest casting revelation has set hearts racing as the legendary Indian actress Tabu has been chosen for a pivotal recurring role in the series. Bollywood fans couldn’t be more elated right now as they eagerly await to witness her brilliance elevate the epic tale.
Dune: Prophecy Casts Legendary Indian Star, Tabu in Recurring Role!
A recent Variety exclusive revealed that the upcoming Max prequel series, Dune: Prophecy, has secured the esteemed Indian actress Tabu for a recurring role.
- 5/14/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Run, don’t sandwalk, to your living room, because Dune: Part Two will be streaming on Max sooner versus later.
The winter blockbuster, which to date has grossed north of $710 million worldwide, will land on Max on Tuesday, May 21, TVLine has learned.
More from TVLineTVLine Items: Conan O'Brien Must Go Renewed, Harry Potter Baking Competition and MoreSouth Park Wants to Put Cartman on Ozempic in The End of Obesity Paramount+ Special - Watch TrailerBiden, Trump Agree to First Presidential Debate of 2024 Election Season - Find Out When & Where Courtesy of MaxWatch ‘Dune: Part Two’ on Max $9.99/month Buy Now...
The winter blockbuster, which to date has grossed north of $710 million worldwide, will land on Max on Tuesday, May 21, TVLine has learned.
More from TVLineTVLine Items: Conan O'Brien Must Go Renewed, Harry Potter Baking Competition and MoreSouth Park Wants to Put Cartman on Ozempic in The End of Obesity Paramount+ Special - Watch TrailerBiden, Trump Agree to First Presidential Debate of 2024 Election Season - Find Out When & Where Courtesy of MaxWatch ‘Dune: Part Two’ on Max $9.99/month Buy Now...
- 5/14/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
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