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Despicable Me 4 is now available on Digital HD and to mark the occasion, we were able to catch up with director Chris Renaud to talk about the latest blockbuster entry in Illumination's fan-favorite animated franchise.
The fourth installment sees Gru square off against a new nemesis named Maxime Le Mal, and in our extensive conversation, we talk about the reunion of former Anchorman co-stars Steve Carell and Will Ferrell, as well as a number of other things including the introduction of the Mega Minions, the franchise's lasting power, the possibility of aging up characters, and a whole lot more.
Renaud's past credits include Despicable Me, Dr. Seuss' The Lorax, Despicable Me 2, The Secret Life of Pets, and The Secret Life of Pets 2. He also served as a producer on Minions, Despicable Me 3, The Grinch, and Minions: The Rise of Gru.
The film's full cast featured Steve Carell,...
The fourth installment sees Gru square off against a new nemesis named Maxime Le Mal, and in our extensive conversation, we talk about the reunion of former Anchorman co-stars Steve Carell and Will Ferrell, as well as a number of other things including the introduction of the Mega Minions, the franchise's lasting power, the possibility of aging up characters, and a whole lot more.
Renaud's past credits include Despicable Me, Dr. Seuss' The Lorax, Despicable Me 2, The Secret Life of Pets, and The Secret Life of Pets 2. He also served as a producer on Minions, Despicable Me 3, The Grinch, and Minions: The Rise of Gru.
The film's full cast featured Steve Carell,...
- 8/26/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Because of its current dominance in the world of kiddie entertainment, it may take a moment's reflection to recall that Chris Renaud's and Pierre Coffin's 2010 animated film "Despicable Me" once felt the slightest bit subversive. The main character of "Despicable Me" was the Eastern European supervillain Gru (Steve Carell) who aimed to commit visible acts of spiteful villainy. His latest plan was to steal the moon out of the sky, merely for the infamy it would garner him.
"Despicable Me" takes place in a world that's overrun by villains, thieves, and superpowered monster people, but is seemingly absent of heroes. It won't be until later sequels that a crime-fighting Mi-6-type organization would come into play. Later still, Gru would renounce his villainy and become a dippy suburban dad to a trio of precocious girls. In "Despicable Me 4," Gru also has a wife and an infant son.
"Despicable Me" takes place in a world that's overrun by villains, thieves, and superpowered monster people, but is seemingly absent of heroes. It won't be until later sequels that a crime-fighting Mi-6-type organization would come into play. Later still, Gru would renounce his villainy and become a dippy suburban dad to a trio of precocious girls. In "Despicable Me 4," Gru also has a wife and an infant son.
- 8/24/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
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James Spader is reportedly set to return as Ultron in the upcoming MCU series Vision Quest. Last seen in Avengers: Age of Ultron, Spader’s voice and mo-cap work for the character earned critical acclaim and he has been regarded as one of the best antagonists of the franchise.
Spader has reportedly only played two roles since 2015, one being Ultron and the other being his regular role as Raymond Reddington in The Blacklist. While Reddington is iconic for all sorts of reasons, Spader’s role as Robert California in The Office only a few years before remains a classic.
James Spader’s Two Iconic Roles Since 2015 Are No Match For His The Office Character A still from Avengers: Age of Ultron | Credits: Marvel Studios
James Spader is one of the most underrated performers in Hollywood. Having his breakthrough in the ‘80s with Tuff Turf, the actor became a household name...
Spader has reportedly only played two roles since 2015, one being Ultron and the other being his regular role as Raymond Reddington in The Blacklist. While Reddington is iconic for all sorts of reasons, Spader’s role as Robert California in The Office only a few years before remains a classic.
James Spader’s Two Iconic Roles Since 2015 Are No Match For His The Office Character A still from Avengers: Age of Ultron | Credits: Marvel Studios
James Spader is one of the most underrated performers in Hollywood. Having his breakthrough in the ‘80s with Tuff Turf, the actor became a household name...
- 8/24/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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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-makers of the year are a trio of highly anticipated sequels: “Inside Out 2,” “Deadpool & Wolverine” and “Despicable Me 4.” Scroll through our gallery above (or click here for direct access) 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 “Wicked” and “Mufasa: The Lion King” will be released later in the year.
To date, the biggest money-makers of the year are a trio of highly anticipated sequels: “Inside Out 2,” “Deadpool & Wolverine” and “Despicable Me 4.” Scroll through our gallery above (or click here for direct access) 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 “Wicked” and “Mufasa: The Lion King” will be released later in the year.
- 8/23/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
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When Charlie Sheen, the charismatic star of Two and a Half Men, was suddenly fired from the show, many feared its success would wane altogether. Sheen’s role as Charlie Harper had become central to the show’s charm and popularity, leaving the audience questioning whether it could continue without him.
Charlie Sheen, Angus T. Jones, and Jon Cryer in Two and a Half Men | Credit: CBS Photos Archive
However, the sitcom defied these expectations and proved its resilience. With Jon Cryer stepping up as Alan Harper alongside Ashton Kutcher, the show not only preserved but thrived. Although determining the exact reasons for its continued success is challenging, fans have speculated on various factors that may have contributed to its impressive run even after Sheen’s departure.
Ashton Kutcher And Jon Cryer Revitalized Two and a Half Men
Charlie Sheen was fired from the popular sitcom Two and a Half Men...
Charlie Sheen, Angus T. Jones, and Jon Cryer in Two and a Half Men | Credit: CBS Photos Archive
However, the sitcom defied these expectations and proved its resilience. With Jon Cryer stepping up as Alan Harper alongside Ashton Kutcher, the show not only preserved but thrived. Although determining the exact reasons for its continued success is challenging, fans have speculated on various factors that may have contributed to its impressive run even after Sheen’s departure.
Ashton Kutcher And Jon Cryer Revitalized Two and a Half Men
Charlie Sheen was fired from the popular sitcom Two and a Half Men...
- 8/23/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
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Something went viral on social media over the last week, and I kind of hate it.
The video is a faux trailer for a “live-action” movie adaptation of The Simpsons, featuring a succession of famous actors as the main Simpsons characters.
Amongst those at play are Adam Sandler as Homer Simpson, and Kristen Wiig as Marge. Jacob Tremblay “plays” Bart, McKenna Grace portrays Lisa, and Will Ferrell stands in for Ned Flanders.
Steve Buscemi plays C. Montgomery Burns, Neil Patrick Harris as Smithers, Ben Stiller as Moe, and John C. Reilly as Barney. Steve Carell is Principal Skinner, Zach Galifianakis is Chief Wiggum, and Kumail Nanjiani is Apu.
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I hate quite a few things about this.
For one, it’s not real, although many people on social media seem to believe otherwise. It uses AI technology (not very well), while leeching the likenesses of a...
The video is a faux trailer for a “live-action” movie adaptation of The Simpsons, featuring a succession of famous actors as the main Simpsons characters.
Amongst those at play are Adam Sandler as Homer Simpson, and Kristen Wiig as Marge. Jacob Tremblay “plays” Bart, McKenna Grace portrays Lisa, and Will Ferrell stands in for Ned Flanders.
Steve Buscemi plays C. Montgomery Burns, Neil Patrick Harris as Smithers, Ben Stiller as Moe, and John C. Reilly as Barney. Steve Carell is Principal Skinner, Zach Galifianakis is Chief Wiggum, and Kumail Nanjiani is Apu.
(Multiverse of AI Youtube/Screenshot)
I hate quite a few things about this.
For one, it’s not real, although many people on social media seem to believe otherwise. It uses AI technology (not very well), while leeching the likenesses of a...
- 8/22/2024
- by Stephen Silver
- TVfanatic
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The Office is going Down Under! Here’s what to know about the Australian version of the classic comedy!
The Office has had a fascinating history. Premiering in England in 2001, it was a mockumentary about a paper company branch with Ricky Gervais in his star-making role as its manager. Much of the comedy stemmed from Gervais believing he was a respected boss loved by his peers when he was really an incompetent, arrogant jerk.
The show’s impact has been felt as adaptations have been seen in over a dozen countries around the world. The most famous is the NBC version that ran nine seasons and made stars out of Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, and more.
There are plans for a sequel series called The Paper to air on Peacock in 2025. But before that, Prime Video will release the Australian take on the show that offers...
The Office has had a fascinating history. Premiering in England in 2001, it was a mockumentary about a paper company branch with Ricky Gervais in his star-making role as its manager. Much of the comedy stemmed from Gervais believing he was a respected boss loved by his peers when he was really an incompetent, arrogant jerk.
The show’s impact has been felt as adaptations have been seen in over a dozen countries around the world. The most famous is the NBC version that ran nine seasons and made stars out of Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, and more.
There are plans for a sequel series called The Paper to air on Peacock in 2025. But before that, Prime Video will release the Australian take on the show that offers...
- 8/20/2024
- by Michael Weyer
- ShowSnob
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Although The Office is considered one of the greatest sitcoms, it has had its share of awkward moments. Adapted from a British series of the same name, it premiered in 2005 and spanned nine seasons. Nonetheless, some of the humor did not resonate with all viewers.
Steve Carell as Michael Scott in The Office| NBC
The Office is known for making racial and s*xual jokes, several of which cross the line. And one of them made it into a Christmas special, and let’s just say it wasn’t holiday-worthy.
The Office’s one racially-charged joke that went too far A scene from “A Benihana Christmas”| The Office/NBC
The Office usually walks a very thin line between light-hearted humor and insensitivity. However, Season 3, Episode 10 – ‘A Benihana Christmas‘ crossed that line. The episode sees Andy, Michael, Jim, and Ryan visit a Japanese teppanyaki restaurant, Benihana.
They meet two young waitresses...
Steve Carell as Michael Scott in The Office| NBC
The Office is known for making racial and s*xual jokes, several of which cross the line. And one of them made it into a Christmas special, and let’s just say it wasn’t holiday-worthy.
The Office’s one racially-charged joke that went too far A scene from “A Benihana Christmas”| The Office/NBC
The Office usually walks a very thin line between light-hearted humor and insensitivity. However, Season 3, Episode 10 – ‘A Benihana Christmas‘ crossed that line. The episode sees Andy, Michael, Jim, and Ryan visit a Japanese teppanyaki restaurant, Benihana.
They meet two young waitresses...
- 8/20/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
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(from left) Gru Jr., Gru (Steve Carell), Poppy Prescott (Joey King) and Minions (Pierre Coffin) in Despicable Me 4, directed by Chris Renaud. Photo Credit: Illumination & Universal Pictures It’s been a whirlwind year for Joey King. From the charming Netflix rom-com A Family Affair to the poignant Hulu series We Were the Lucky Ones, she’s been showcasing her impressive range. Now, she’s adding another feather to her cap by having joined one of the biggest animated franchises of all time: Despicable Me. A longtime fan of the series, King is thrilled to lend her voice to the latest installment. She’s captivated by the elements that make the franchise so enduring – the clever writing, the heartwarming humor that resonates with both children and adults, and the lovable characters that have become household names. (Click on the media bar below to hear Joey King) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com...
- 8/19/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
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Season 3 of “The Morning Show” marked a major sea change for the watercooler drama series — and it appears the Emmys have taken notice.
Following a high-profile showrunner swap in 2022, with Charlotte Stoudt taking the reins from cocreator Kerry Ehrin, who headed the first two seasons and took on a consultant role for its third, the Apple TV+ series came into its own as a rich, multifaceted issue drama that, while heavy on the soap, tackled of-the-moment politics impacting any viewer with a pulse and internet access. By and large leaving the #MeToo drama of Steve Carrell’s embattled morning news anchor Mitch Kessler in the rearview mirror of his fatal, Italian-countryside car crash, Season 3 amped up the interpersonal dramas of its deep-bench cast, led by EPs Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon; introduced a new Big Bad (and ill-advised love interest) in Jon Hamm’s media-minded tech billionaire Paul Marks; and even dramatized the Jan.
Following a high-profile showrunner swap in 2022, with Charlotte Stoudt taking the reins from cocreator Kerry Ehrin, who headed the first two seasons and took on a consultant role for its third, the Apple TV+ series came into its own as a rich, multifaceted issue drama that, while heavy on the soap, tackled of-the-moment politics impacting any viewer with a pulse and internet access. By and large leaving the #MeToo drama of Steve Carrell’s embattled morning news anchor Mitch Kessler in the rearview mirror of his fatal, Italian-countryside car crash, Season 3 amped up the interpersonal dramas of its deep-bench cast, led by EPs Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon; introduced a new Big Bad (and ill-advised love interest) in Jon Hamm’s media-minded tech billionaire Paul Marks; and even dramatized the Jan.
- 8/19/2024
- by Benjamin Lindsay
- The Wrap
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“Despicable Me 4” is an animation movie directed by Patrick Delage and Chris Renaud. With the voices of Steve Carell, Will Ferrell, Joey King and Sofia Vergara.
“Despicable Me 4” carries the essence of its predecessors: minimal script, maximum fun. And it’s not just us who are smitten; the Illumination Entertainment team has once again struck gold with their formula. They craft family movies that captivate the young audience while simultaneously charming parents with catchy tunes, nostalgic jokes, and plenty of nods to the past. This timeless humor, reminiscent of silent film characters, is universally appealing and brilliantly untranslatable—much like the minions themselves.
This film deliberately sidesteps a complex script, instead relying entirely on being consistently funny. Within the first five minutes, viewers are enveloped in its absurdity, relaxing and allowing themselves to be enchanted by these delightful characters. On a technical front, the film shines brightly with its spectacularly colorful animations,...
“Despicable Me 4” carries the essence of its predecessors: minimal script, maximum fun. And it’s not just us who are smitten; the Illumination Entertainment team has once again struck gold with their formula. They craft family movies that captivate the young audience while simultaneously charming parents with catchy tunes, nostalgic jokes, and plenty of nods to the past. This timeless humor, reminiscent of silent film characters, is universally appealing and brilliantly untranslatable—much like the minions themselves.
This film deliberately sidesteps a complex script, instead relying entirely on being consistently funny. Within the first five minutes, viewers are enveloped in its absurdity, relaxing and allowing themselves to be enchanted by these delightful characters. On a technical front, the film shines brightly with its spectacularly colorful animations,...
- 8/19/2024
- by Anna Green
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
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Steve Carell has starred in some comedic gems in the 2000s embodying characters that have been etched into people’s minds. No one can forget his hilarious role as Brick Tamland in 2004’s Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy or his amusing and lovable performance in The 40-Year-Old Virgin. However, Michael Scott from The Office remains the most celebrated role of his career.
Ricky Gervais as David Brent in The Office | Credits: BBC
The show was a reinterpretation/adaptation of the beloved UK version of the same name which was created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. Back then, people were apprehensive of the US version and the first season didn’t necessarily impress them. The show is now a phenomenon and the upcoming Australian reboot of the show is receiving the same treatment from audiences.
Fans Are Sadly Expecting The Worst For The Upcoming Office Reboot
Steve Carrell’s...
Ricky Gervais as David Brent in The Office | Credits: BBC
The show was a reinterpretation/adaptation of the beloved UK version of the same name which was created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. Back then, people were apprehensive of the US version and the first season didn’t necessarily impress them. The show is now a phenomenon and the upcoming Australian reboot of the show is receiving the same treatment from audiences.
Fans Are Sadly Expecting The Worst For The Upcoming Office Reboot
Steve Carrell’s...
- 8/19/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
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A new The Office series is coming to Prime Video!
Felicity Ward is set to star as the first-ever female boss in the franchise for the upcoming Australian version, and the first look, premiere date and cast were just revealed.
Get all the details on the new show inside…
The In Betweeners 2 actress will star as Hannah Howard, the managing director of Flinley Craddick.
In the upcoming series, when she gets news from Head Office that they will be shutting down her branch and making everyone work from home, she goes into survival mode, making promises she can’t keep in order to keep her “work family” together. The staff of Flinley Craddick indulge her and must endure Hannah’s outlandish plots as they work toward the impossible targets that have been set for them.
Joining Felicity in the Australian spinoff include Edith Poor, Steen Raskopoulos, Shari Sebbens, Josh Thomson,...
Felicity Ward is set to star as the first-ever female boss in the franchise for the upcoming Australian version, and the first look, premiere date and cast were just revealed.
Get all the details on the new show inside…
The In Betweeners 2 actress will star as Hannah Howard, the managing director of Flinley Craddick.
In the upcoming series, when she gets news from Head Office that they will be shutting down her branch and making everyone work from home, she goes into survival mode, making promises she can’t keep in order to keep her “work family” together. The staff of Flinley Craddick indulge her and must endure Hannah’s outlandish plots as they work toward the impossible targets that have been set for them.
Joining Felicity in the Australian spinoff include Edith Poor, Steen Raskopoulos, Shari Sebbens, Josh Thomson,...
- 8/19/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
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Toto, I don’t think we’re in Scranton anymore. The Office is officially going Down Under with a new Australian update on the hit comedy series.
Prime Video announced Monday that the Australian Original The Office will debut all eight episodes Oct. 18 on the streamer while revealing a first-look image at Felicity Ward as the franchise’s first-ever female lead, playing new boss Hannah Howard, managing director of Flinley Craddick packaging company.
When she gets news from Head Office that they will be shutting down her branch and making everyone work from home, Hannah goes into survival mode, making promises she can’t keep in order to keep her “work family” together. The staff of Flinley Craddick indulge her and must endure Hannah’s outlandish plots as they work toward the impossible targets that have been set for them.
The Office also stars Edith Poor,...
Prime Video announced Monday that the Australian Original The Office will debut all eight episodes Oct. 18 on the streamer while revealing a first-look image at Felicity Ward as the franchise’s first-ever female lead, playing new boss Hannah Howard, managing director of Flinley Craddick packaging company.
When she gets news from Head Office that they will be shutting down her branch and making everyone work from home, Hannah goes into survival mode, making promises she can’t keep in order to keep her “work family” together. The staff of Flinley Craddick indulge her and must endure Hannah’s outlandish plots as they work toward the impossible targets that have been set for them.
The Office also stars Edith Poor,...
- 8/18/2024
- by Glenn Garner
- Deadline Film + TV
'Despicable Me' director Chris Renaud has ruled out a live-action Minions movie.The 57-year-old filmmaker and voice actor - who also voiced the Minions in the blockbuster Illumination franchise - insists the films should stay in the animated world.Asked if it's something he'd want to do, he told Film Hounds magazine: “God, I hope not. That’s my answer.“I mean if there were conversations like that, I haven’t been privy to them. But for me, what defines the world is that it is animated, and it allows us to get away with what we get away with. Like locking a minion in the vending machine, or you know, blowing up Gru (Steve Carell) when he attacks Vector (Jason Segel). These are really cartoon ideas, like what would have been in a Bugs Bunny cartoon.”Insisting it's his personal view, he added: “I think it just...
- 8/17/2024
- by Lizzie Baker
- Bang Showbiz
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Despicable Me director Chris Renaud has zero plans for a live-action Minions movie, and he hopes to keep it that way.
The filmmaker was recently asked in an interview with Film Hounds magazine if he was ever interested in seeing the Minions make the jump from animation to live-action, given Disney’s success with it.
“God, I hope not. That’s my answer,” Renaud said in response. “I mean if there were conversations like that, I haven’t been privy to them. But for me, what defines the world is that it is animated and it allows us to get away with what we get away with. Like locking a minion in the vending machine, or you know, blowing up Gru (Steve Carell) when he attacks Vector (Jason Segel). These are really cartoon ideas, like what would have been in a Bugs Bunny cartoon.”
He continued, “I think it just...
The filmmaker was recently asked in an interview with Film Hounds magazine if he was ever interested in seeing the Minions make the jump from animation to live-action, given Disney’s success with it.
“God, I hope not. That’s my answer,” Renaud said in response. “I mean if there were conversations like that, I haven’t been privy to them. But for me, what defines the world is that it is animated and it allows us to get away with what we get away with. Like locking a minion in the vending machine, or you know, blowing up Gru (Steve Carell) when he attacks Vector (Jason Segel). These are really cartoon ideas, like what would have been in a Bugs Bunny cartoon.”
He continued, “I think it just...
- 8/17/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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I’m not sure anyone I knew made a single original joke in 2004.I wasn’t innocent. As a child, my parents coaxed me into doing Honeymooners bits, filming them gleefully onto VHS tapes that would be screened for every significant other I was unfortunate enough to bring home. My...
- 8/16/2024
- by Jacob Oller
- avclub.com
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From a budgetary perspective alone, Bill Lawrence — the writer behind “Scrubs,” “Ted Lasso,” “Cougar Town” and “Shrinking” — shouldn’t have shot his new Apple TV+ series “Bad Monkey” in Florida.
“There’s no tax break, and it’s immediately more expensive,” Lawrence says. “There are so many regulations about the wildlife and about what you’re allowed to do. There was a massive storm every 20 minutes that you have to shut down production. Animals were wandering around everywhere. It was tricky. But it mattered to Carl.”
“Carl” is Carl Hiaasen, Lawrence’s favorite author and the famed Miami-based writer behind the 2013 novel “Bad Monkey,” upon which the new series is adapted. Before Hiaasen would sign off on the show, he had one major stipulation: You have to film it in Florida.
“I went from thinking it wasn’t worth it when I was there — because it was a nightmare — to being really grateful,...
“There’s no tax break, and it’s immediately more expensive,” Lawrence says. “There are so many regulations about the wildlife and about what you’re allowed to do. There was a massive storm every 20 minutes that you have to shut down production. Animals were wandering around everywhere. It was tricky. But it mattered to Carl.”
“Carl” is Carl Hiaasen, Lawrence’s favorite author and the famed Miami-based writer behind the 2013 novel “Bad Monkey,” upon which the new series is adapted. Before Hiaasen would sign off on the show, he had one major stipulation: You have to film it in Florida.
“I went from thinking it wasn’t worth it when I was there — because it was a nightmare — to being really grateful,...
- 8/14/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
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Henry Selick’s adapted from Neil Gaiman’s book about a young girl who finds new parents with buttons for eyes is a nifty stop-motion animation
Henry Selick’s 2009 animated supernatural fantasy Coraline is now rereleased for its 15th anniversary; it is based on a novella by Neil Gaiman, the author now the subject of sexual assault allegations. This stop-motion film looks as amiably creepy as it did when I saw it first – though, as with The Nightmare Before Christmas, another of Selick’s movies, which was produced by Tim Burton, the chills are mixed with adventure, exotic strangeness and comedy, certainly a recipe that has entranced audiences. As before, though, I wondered if this story might have been more frightening if it had been filmed in conventional live-action with regular human beings showing us their eerie smiling faces with buttons for eyes. But straight-up scariness may not be the point.
Henry Selick’s 2009 animated supernatural fantasy Coraline is now rereleased for its 15th anniversary; it is based on a novella by Neil Gaiman, the author now the subject of sexual assault allegations. This stop-motion film looks as amiably creepy as it did when I saw it first – though, as with The Nightmare Before Christmas, another of Selick’s movies, which was produced by Tim Burton, the chills are mixed with adventure, exotic strangeness and comedy, certainly a recipe that has entranced audiences. As before, though, I wondered if this story might have been more frightening if it had been filmed in conventional live-action with regular human beings showing us their eerie smiling faces with buttons for eyes. But straight-up scariness may not be the point.
- 8/14/2024
- by Peter Bradshaw
- The Guardian - Film News
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Ricky Gervais is easily one of the most successful celebrities in the entire entertainment industry, being an actor, comedian, TV director/producer, screenwriter, film director/producer, and Disc jockey all in one. Not only is he super famous for his brutal trolling of Hollywood, but even the hit films and TV series he has created and starred in add to his commendable feats.
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But while others usually get under tremendous fire and controversy for any and all their offensive and provocative comments on Hollywood and the entertainment industry in general, it seems like Gervais would get out just fine. This is mostly thanks to one smash-hit show he created and starred in which allows him to make gargantuan money off residuals: The Office.
The Office Still Has Ricky Gervais’ Back
Back when he was still in the early days of his career, actor Ricky...
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But while others usually get under tremendous fire and controversy for any and all their offensive and provocative comments on Hollywood and the entertainment industry in general, it seems like Gervais would get out just fine. This is mostly thanks to one smash-hit show he created and starred in which allows him to make gargantuan money off residuals: The Office.
The Office Still Has Ricky Gervais’ Back
Back when he was still in the early days of his career, actor Ricky...
- 8/12/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
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Steve Carell first came to prominence as a correspondent on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart,” appearing as a regular cast member from 1999 to 2005. He left the nightly news satire to play bumbling boss Michael Scott in “The Office,” a role which brought him six Emmy nominations as Best Comedy Actor and a Golden Globe win in 2006.
After supporting roles in such films as “Bruce Almighty” (2003), “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy” (2004), “Melinda and Melinda” (2004), and “Bewitched” (2005), Carell moved into leading man status playing a middle-aged man seeking to have sex for the first time in “The 40-Year-Old Virgin” (2005). He received wide critical acclaim the very next year for playing a gay Proust scholar in the Oscar-winning “Little Miss Sunshine.”
Carell became an Oscar nominee himself for playing eccentric billionaire John du Pont in Bennett Miller‘s true life sports drama “Foxcatcher” (2014). He reaped a Golden Globe bid the following...
After supporting roles in such films as “Bruce Almighty” (2003), “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy” (2004), “Melinda and Melinda” (2004), and “Bewitched” (2005), Carell moved into leading man status playing a middle-aged man seeking to have sex for the first time in “The 40-Year-Old Virgin” (2005). He received wide critical acclaim the very next year for playing a gay Proust scholar in the Oscar-winning “Little Miss Sunshine.”
Carell became an Oscar nominee himself for playing eccentric billionaire John du Pont in Bennett Miller‘s true life sports drama “Foxcatcher” (2014). He reaped a Golden Globe bid the following...
- 8/10/2024
- by Zach Laws and Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
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The ‘Despicable Me’ and ‘Minions’ series' have left an incredible mark with six movies in the books, let’s see how each movie performed and what the franchise has in store for the future! The ‘Despicable me’ franchise has become a renowned name all around the world since its start in 2010. From its smaller beginnings to the release of the franchise's 4th film earlier this month. The series has become a phenomenon with 6 total movies. Four movies follow the ‘Despicable me’ series and 2 follow the Minions series which is set to be the prequel to all ‘Despicable me’ movies. Produced by Illumination Productions and distributed by Universal pictures, the movies all center around Gru, his three daughters and the very loved minions. The concept of the series originated from animator Sergio Pablos, who founded his animation company Spa Studios, with the aid of other ideas before becoming a global blockbuster franchise under Illumination Productions.
- 8/10/2024
- by Simar Kaur Chandi
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
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Matt Damon and Casey Affleck have both won Oscars for Massachusetts-set movies; Damon for writing “Good Will Hunting” with Casey’s brother Ben, and Casey for acting in the tragic drama “Manchester by the Sea.” Damon and the Afflecks’ latest Boston-set team-up, heist comedy “The Instigators,” is unlikely to win them any additional gold, but it’s a fun ride nevertheless.
Damon — reuniting with his “Bourne Identity” director Doug Liman — stars as Rory, a financially strapped middle-aged man who decides to give heisting a shot. He teams up with Cobby for some scores, and then gets his therapist Donna (Academy Award nominee Hong Chau) involved against her will. How does that make her feel? Not good! The cast also includes heavy hitters like Michael Stuhlbarg, Paul Walter Hauser, Ving Rhames, Alfred Molina, and Rob Gronkowski. Yes, this movie is so Boston that Gronk is in it. “The Instigators” is now...
Damon — reuniting with his “Bourne Identity” director Doug Liman — stars as Rory, a financially strapped middle-aged man who decides to give heisting a shot. He teams up with Cobby for some scores, and then gets his therapist Donna (Academy Award nominee Hong Chau) involved against her will. How does that make her feel? Not good! The cast also includes heavy hitters like Michael Stuhlbarg, Paul Walter Hauser, Ving Rhames, Alfred Molina, and Rob Gronkowski. Yes, this movie is so Boston that Gronk is in it. “The Instigators” is now...
- 8/10/2024
- by Liam Mathews
- Gold Derby
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The enduring legacy of campy cult favorite “Ed Wood” is still celebrated 30 years later.
The beloved 1994 film was directed by Tim Burton and starred Johnny Depp as the filmmaker known for helming B-movie greats, most infamously 1959’s “Plan 9 from Outer Space.” Wood’s other features include “Orgy of the Dead,” “Glen or Glenda,” and “Bride of the Monster.” He was awarded the Golden Turkey title of Worst Director in 1975.
Burton’s 1994 biopic “Ed Wood” was written by Larry Karaszewski and Scott Alexander, and co-starred Bill Murray, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Martin Landau, who won an Oscar for portraying Bela Lugosi.
“Ed Wood” producer Denise Di Novi detailed her own love of the film three decades later, explaining why “Ed Wood” is one of the most personal projects for both her and longtime collaborator Burton to date. After working as the creative consultant on David Cronenberg’s iconic “Videodrome,” Di...
The beloved 1994 film was directed by Tim Burton and starred Johnny Depp as the filmmaker known for helming B-movie greats, most infamously 1959’s “Plan 9 from Outer Space.” Wood’s other features include “Orgy of the Dead,” “Glen or Glenda,” and “Bride of the Monster.” He was awarded the Golden Turkey title of Worst Director in 1975.
Burton’s 1994 biopic “Ed Wood” was written by Larry Karaszewski and Scott Alexander, and co-starred Bill Murray, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Martin Landau, who won an Oscar for portraying Bela Lugosi.
“Ed Wood” producer Denise Di Novi detailed her own love of the film three decades later, explaining why “Ed Wood” is one of the most personal projects for both her and longtime collaborator Burton to date. After working as the creative consultant on David Cronenberg’s iconic “Videodrome,” Di...
- 8/9/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
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Many awards prognosticators expected the drama categories at this year’s Emmys to feature an odd assortment of nominated titles. Consider it a perfect storm of sorts: With the ending of HBO’s Succession (which took the top prize for three of its four seasons) and AMC’s Better Call Saul (which garnered a staggering 53 nominations across its six seasons without a single win) — plus the fact that last year’s strikes forced shows like last year’s drama nominees The Last of Us, Stranger Things, The White Lotus and Yellowjackets to delay production — this year’s contenders for best drama series include only one previous nominee in The Crown, which won the prize in 2021.
While the royal drama from Netflix might be the reigning champ, it’s FX’s Shogun that stands as the strongest frontrunner — a claim it couldn’t make until the network renewed the show, forcing...
While the royal drama from Netflix might be the reigning champ, it’s FX’s Shogun that stands as the strongest frontrunner — a claim it couldn’t make until the network renewed the show, forcing...
- 8/9/2024
- by Tyler Coates
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Get ready for an adventurous family adventure film starring the guy from Shazam and Chuck, Zachary Levi. Based on a 1955 children’s picture book of the same name by Crockett Johnson, Harold, and the Purple Crayon is directed by Carlos Saldanha from a screenplay co-written by David Guion and Michael Handelman and it follows the story of a grown-up Harold, who can make anything come true by drawing it with his crayon in his book. When he draws himself into real life he goes on numerous comedic adventures but his power soon falls into the wrong hands. If you loved the comedic hijinks, fantastical adventures, and imagination in Harold and the Purple Crayon here are some similar movies you could watch next.
Christopher Robin (Disney+ & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Walt Disney Studios
Christopher Robin is a live-action and animated hybrid fantasy comedy-drama film directed by Marc Forster from a...
Christopher Robin (Disney+ & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Walt Disney Studios
Christopher Robin is a live-action and animated hybrid fantasy comedy-drama film directed by Marc Forster from a...
- 8/7/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
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On Wednesday 7 August 2024, Talk broadcasts Es.TV!
Episode Summary
In this episode of “Es.TV,” viewers can expect an exciting lineup featuring some well-known guests. Steve Carell, famous for his role in “Despicable Me 4,” brings his charm and humor to the show. Daisy Edgar-Jones, who stars in the upcoming film “Twisters,” will also join, adding a fresh perspective to the conversation.
Lily Gladstone, known for her performance in “Fancy Dance,” will share her experiences and insights. Keegan-Michael Key, who is part of the much-anticipated movie “Wonka,” rounds out the guest list, promising lively discussions and fun moments.
Comic Michael Loftus will keep the atmosphere light with his comedic take on current events. In addition to the engaging interviews, the episode will feature a special music download from Xolex, adding an exciting musical touch to the show.
This episode of “Es.TV” is sure to entertain with its mix of talent and humor,...
Episode Summary
In this episode of “Es.TV,” viewers can expect an exciting lineup featuring some well-known guests. Steve Carell, famous for his role in “Despicable Me 4,” brings his charm and humor to the show. Daisy Edgar-Jones, who stars in the upcoming film “Twisters,” will also join, adding a fresh perspective to the conversation.
Lily Gladstone, known for her performance in “Fancy Dance,” will share her experiences and insights. Keegan-Michael Key, who is part of the much-anticipated movie “Wonka,” rounds out the guest list, promising lively discussions and fun moments.
Comic Michael Loftus will keep the atmosphere light with his comedic take on current events. In addition to the engaging interviews, the episode will feature a special music download from Xolex, adding an exciting musical touch to the show.
This episode of “Es.TV” is sure to entertain with its mix of talent and humor,...
- 8/7/2024
- by Olly Green
- TV Regular
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Universal City, California, August 5, 2024 – As Gru and his Minions continue to dominate global box office charts, Despicable Me 4 will be available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent tomorrow, August 6, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Hailed as “The funniest movie of the summer”, this latest installment now includes two never-before-seen Minion Mini-Movies, “Benny’s Birthday” and “Game Over and Over,” only when you purchase from participating retailers nationwide including Amazon, Apple, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Verizon.
The world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain-League agent returns for a bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s Despicable Me 4, now with 2 mini-movies. Gru, Lucy, and their girls welcome a new member to the family – Gru Jr. – who is intent on tormenting his dad, as a new nemesis shows up and forces the family to go on the run. This latest blockbuster chapter in the biggest...
The world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain-League agent returns for a bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s Despicable Me 4, now with 2 mini-movies. Gru, Lucy, and their girls welcome a new member to the family – Gru Jr. – who is intent on tormenting his dad, as a new nemesis shows up and forces the family to go on the run. This latest blockbuster chapter in the biggest...
- 8/6/2024
- by ComicMix Staff
- Comicmix.com
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Exclusive: The Four Seasons continues to build out its series regular cast with Marco Calvani as the latest addition to the Netflix comedy based on the 1981 film, from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield.
As previously announced, Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Erika Henningsen and Will Forte will star. While a logline for the series hasn’t been provided, the film The Four Seasons follows three couples who vacation together every season, only to see their worlds upended when one of them divorces. Alan Alda directed from his script and starred opposite Carol Burnett, with Martin Bregman producing.
Hailing from Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Fey’s production company Little Stranger, Inc., The Four Seasons will be exec produced by Fey, Fisher, Wigfield, David Miner, Eric Gurian and Jeff Richmond. Alda and Marissa Bregman will produce, with Fey, Fisher and Wigfield writing the scripts.
As previously announced, Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Erika Henningsen and Will Forte will star. While a logline for the series hasn’t been provided, the film The Four Seasons follows three couples who vacation together every season, only to see their worlds upended when one of them divorces. Alan Alda directed from his script and starred opposite Carol Burnett, with Martin Bregman producing.
Hailing from Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Fey’s production company Little Stranger, Inc., The Four Seasons will be exec produced by Fey, Fisher, Wigfield, David Miner, Eric Gurian and Jeff Richmond. Alda and Marissa Bregman will produce, with Fey, Fisher and Wigfield writing the scripts.
- 8/5/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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Jon Stewart will be off The Daily Show this week after contracting Covid, and Daily Show correspondent Michael Kosta will step in as host.
The show announced Monday that Stewart “recently tested positive for Covid-19, therefore he will not be hosting this week and will return on Monday, August 12.” . Scheduled guests this week include author Roxane Gay, actor, former Daily Show correspondent Ed Helms and comedian Hannah Berner.
It was announced earlier this year that Stewart would return as host the Comedy Central late-night show one night a week through the 2024 election cycle. Stewart hosts on Monday nights, with the rest of the week handled by its correspondents, who include Desi Lydic, Kosta and Ronny Chieng.
His return came eight years after he stepped down from hosting the show, which revolutionized late-night television and brought through the likes of Stephen Colbert, John Oliver, Samantha Bee and Steve Carell.
As part of his deal,...
The show announced Monday that Stewart “recently tested positive for Covid-19, therefore he will not be hosting this week and will return on Monday, August 12.” . Scheduled guests this week include author Roxane Gay, actor, former Daily Show correspondent Ed Helms and comedian Hannah Berner.
It was announced earlier this year that Stewart would return as host the Comedy Central late-night show one night a week through the 2024 election cycle. Stewart hosts on Monday nights, with the rest of the week handled by its correspondents, who include Desi Lydic, Kosta and Ronny Chieng.
His return came eight years after he stepped down from hosting the show, which revolutionized late-night television and brought through the likes of Stephen Colbert, John Oliver, Samantha Bee and Steve Carell.
As part of his deal,...
- 8/5/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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As Gru and his Minions continue to dominate global box office charts, Despicable Me 4 will be available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent tomorrow, August 6, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Hailed as “The funniest movie of the summer”, this latest installment now includes two never-before-seen Minion Mini-Movies, Benny’s Birthday and Game Over and Over, only when you purchase from participating retailers nationwide including Amazon, Apple, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Verizon.
The world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain-League-agent returns for a bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s Despicable Me 4, now with 2 mini-movies. Gru, Lucy and their girls welcome a new member to the family – Gru Jr. – who is intent on tormenting his dad, as a new nemesis shows up and forces the family to go on the run. This latest blockbuster chapter in the biggest global animated franchise in history...
The world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain-League-agent returns for a bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s Despicable Me 4, now with 2 mini-movies. Gru, Lucy and their girls welcome a new member to the family – Gru Jr. – who is intent on tormenting his dad, as a new nemesis shows up and forces the family to go on the run. This latest blockbuster chapter in the biggest global animated franchise in history...
- 8/5/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
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The Office star Brian Baumgartner is very different from his character Kevin Malone in the series. Baumgartner and the cast of the American version of the U.K. sitcom made generations of fans laugh with their antics at the paper company in Scranton. According to Baumgartner, some fans find it very difficult to separate the actor from his character.
Brian Baumgartner as Kevin Malone in The Office | NBC
Baumgartner revealed in an old interview that fans of the show still addressed him as Kevin on the streets. He understood the fans’ perspective since he was a great fan of the show as well. However, one particular thing the fans did annoyed the actor and it was related to his voice as the character.
Brian Baumgartner Reveals The One Annoying Thing He Had Experienced From Fans Brian Baumgartner as Kevin Malone in The Office | NBC
Brian Baumgartner did not think twice...
Brian Baumgartner as Kevin Malone in The Office | NBC
Baumgartner revealed in an old interview that fans of the show still addressed him as Kevin on the streets. He understood the fans’ perspective since he was a great fan of the show as well. However, one particular thing the fans did annoyed the actor and it was related to his voice as the character.
Brian Baumgartner Reveals The One Annoying Thing He Had Experienced From Fans Brian Baumgartner as Kevin Malone in The Office | NBC
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- 8/4/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
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When fans got their first peek at the lives of the employees of Dunder Mifflin Paper Co., Scranton, little did they know how much they would fall in love with the show. And initially they didn’t. While the first season has its own fanbase, it still received a lot of flak. But how the turntables.
Over the course of the next few years, the series mesmerized fans, who couldn’t help but fall in with the characters overtime. And Ed Helms has the perfect rationale for explaining how the writers got the character development right.
Ed Helms shares a secret behind The Office‘s success
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What made The Office the success it was, was how well it could make us fall for, and hate at the same time, characters who were total pricks.
Over the course of the next few years, the series mesmerized fans, who couldn’t help but fall in with the characters overtime. And Ed Helms has the perfect rationale for explaining how the writers got the character development right.
Ed Helms shares a secret behind The Office‘s success
Ed Helms l Image by Education Through Music-Los Angeles, licensed under Cc By-sa 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
What made The Office the success it was, was how well it could make us fall for, and hate at the same time, characters who were total pricks.
- 8/2/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
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The Rise of a Phenomenal Actor Few actors have had as diverse a filmography as the great Paul Dano. From comedic and lighthearted films to dark and emotionally driven roles, his ability as an actor and his performances in these movies are like no other. Alongside acting, Dano is also a director as he made his directorial debut with the 2018 film ‘Wildlife’, which is an adaptation of the Richard Ford novel of the same name and stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Carey Mulligan. The talented actor first started out on Broadway at a young age and made his debut on screen for the film, ‘The Newcomers’ in 2000. Since then, Dano has appeared in many notable movies and television series and earned several awards for his performances. Here is a look back at his best roles and the films he has starred in. Things to do: Subscribe to The Hollywood Insider’s YouTube Channel,...
- 8/2/2024
- by Anica Muñoz
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
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If ever there was an actor who could convince you he burned his foot on a George Foreman Grill, it’s Steve Carell. And while Michael Scott has several Dundies to his name, Carell never won a single Emmy for playing the beloved Dunder Mifflin boss, something that still bugs the cast of The Office.
There isn’t a whole lot that gets the Creed Bratton character worked up, but the actor (also Creed Bratton) remains dumbfounded that Steve Carell didn’t take home a Primetime Emmy for The Office despite six nominations. As he put it, “There were other people who were against him – there was no comparison. That’s a travesty. So that’s still a bone of contention. I’m chewing it, boys, I’m gnawing on it.” As for who Carell lost to, there’s Tony Shaloub for Monk, Ricky Gervais for Extras, Alec Baldwin for...
There isn’t a whole lot that gets the Creed Bratton character worked up, but the actor (also Creed Bratton) remains dumbfounded that Steve Carell didn’t take home a Primetime Emmy for The Office despite six nominations. As he put it, “There were other people who were against him – there was no comparison. That’s a travesty. So that’s still a bone of contention. I’m chewing it, boys, I’m gnawing on it.” As for who Carell lost to, there’s Tony Shaloub for Monk, Ricky Gervais for Extras, Alec Baldwin for...
- 8/1/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
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“Es.TV” is set to bring some exciting moments to the screen on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 5:30 Am on Talk. This episode features a star-studded lineup that promises laughter and entertainment. Steve Carell, known for his role in “Despicable Me 4,” will be one of the highlights of the show. His comedic charm is sure to shine through as he shares insights about his latest projects.
Daisy Edgar-Jones, who recently starred in “Twisters,” will also make an appearance. Viewers can expect her to discuss her experiences in the film industry and what it was like working on her latest film. Lily Gladstone, known for her role in “Fancy Dance,” will add her unique perspective to the mix, making for an engaging conversation.
Keegan-Michael Key, famous for his work in “Wonka,” will bring his own brand of humor to the show. Alongside comic Michael Loftus, the episode is bound to be...
Daisy Edgar-Jones, who recently starred in “Twisters,” will also make an appearance. Viewers can expect her to discuss her experiences in the film industry and what it was like working on her latest film. Lily Gladstone, known for her role in “Fancy Dance,” will add her unique perspective to the mix, making for an engaging conversation.
Keegan-Michael Key, famous for his work in “Wonka,” will bring his own brand of humor to the show. Alongside comic Michael Loftus, the episode is bound to be...
- 8/1/2024
- by Ashley Wood
- TV Everyday
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Unstable is a workplace comedy series created by Rob Lowe, John Owen Lowe, and Victor Fresco. Created by and starring the Lowe father-son duo, the Netflix series follows Jackson as he tries to save both his father and his father’s company after Ellis starts spiraling out because of his wife’s death. Unstable also stars Sian Clifford, Aaron Branch, Rachel Marsh, Emma Pilar Ferreira, Fred Armisen, Tom Allen, Jt Parr, Lamorne Morris, and Iris Apatow. So, if you loved the feel-good, workplace, and absurd comedy in Unstable here are some similar shows you could watch next.
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The Grinder is a legal comedy series created by Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel. The Fox series follows the story of Dean Sanderson, a Hollywood star famous for playing a lawyer in a popular television series as he returns to his hometown to work as...
The Grinder (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Fox
The Grinder is a legal comedy series created by Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel. The Fox series follows the story of Dean Sanderson, a Hollywood star famous for playing a lawyer in a popular television series as he returns to his hometown to work as...
- 7/31/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
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Director Bennett Miller is working on his first feature film since 2014’s Foxcatcher and it’ll focus on AI.
AI is a popular theme in today’s films. In fact, we’ve just written about the worrying undercurrent of it in Netflix’s Heart Of Stone. Other recent films such as Ex Machina, The Creator and M3GAN have also ruminated on the possibilities of AI on the big screen.
Another director to tackle the subject is Bennett Miller, the director of Capote, Moneyball and Foxcatcher. In fact, Miller hasn’t made a film since his 2014 Oscar-nominated Foxcatcher, which transformed Steve Carrell into troubled millionaire and wrestling enthusiast John E du Pont.
Miller recently told Config24 (via World Of Reel) that he’s developing a new film about AI, something that featured strongly at his art exhibition at Gagosian.
“Well, my next film … I don’t know how much I should say … A.
AI is a popular theme in today’s films. In fact, we’ve just written about the worrying undercurrent of it in Netflix’s Heart Of Stone. Other recent films such as Ex Machina, The Creator and M3GAN have also ruminated on the possibilities of AI on the big screen.
Another director to tackle the subject is Bennett Miller, the director of Capote, Moneyball and Foxcatcher. In fact, Miller hasn’t made a film since his 2014 Oscar-nominated Foxcatcher, which transformed Steve Carrell into troubled millionaire and wrestling enthusiast John E du Pont.
Miller recently told Config24 (via World Of Reel) that he’s developing a new film about AI, something that featured strongly at his art exhibition at Gagosian.
“Well, my next film … I don’t know how much I should say … A.
- 7/31/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
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Post-2005 Doctor Who main TV-show companions. That’s the first qualifier to add to the following list. For now at least, we’re celebrating only the Nu-Who main companions who had their own proper stint travelling in the Tardis, or any of the many wonderful actors who preceded them in the classic era.
Now that the rationale has been set out, join us to round up some of the best after-Who roles from the likes of Billie Piper, Freema Agyeman, Catherine Tate, Karen Gillan, Arthur Darvill, Jenna Coleman, Pearl Mackie, Mandip Gill and Tosin Cole. It’s too early to add Millie Gibson to this gang but look out for her in rebooted period drama The Forsyte Saga when it arrives.
Billie Piper – Suzie in I Hate Suzie (2020)
Thanks to her teen pop career and personal life, Billie Piper was already a famous name in the UK before she played Rose Tyler,...
Now that the rationale has been set out, join us to round up some of the best after-Who roles from the likes of Billie Piper, Freema Agyeman, Catherine Tate, Karen Gillan, Arthur Darvill, Jenna Coleman, Pearl Mackie, Mandip Gill and Tosin Cole. It’s too early to add Millie Gibson to this gang but look out for her in rebooted period drama The Forsyte Saga when it arrives.
Billie Piper – Suzie in I Hate Suzie (2020)
Thanks to her teen pop career and personal life, Billie Piper was already a famous name in the UK before she played Rose Tyler,...
- 7/30/2024
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
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The Office has become a cultural phenomenon since its release in 2005. Its widespread popularity is a fruitful effort of the stellar cast inclusive of Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, and B. J. Novak. They brought quirky characters on-screen in awkward yet relatable workplace scenarios, captivating audiences’ hearts globally.
John Krasinski in The Office (image credit: NBC)
Among the show’s standout stars, Krasinski rose to significant prominence. Apart from his comedic excellence on-screen, he also came up with a brilliant idea to hook the star cast behind the scenes – which meant installing instant messenger on the cast computers.
John Krasinski Provided a Unique On-set Culture at The Office
The Office presented a unique way of storytelling in a mockumentary format, which made viewers feel like they were part of the Dunder Mifflin office environment. It blended comedy elements with heartfelt moments, with its success being largely attributed to its diverse cast.
John Krasinski in The Office (image credit: NBC)
Among the show’s standout stars, Krasinski rose to significant prominence. Apart from his comedic excellence on-screen, he also came up with a brilliant idea to hook the star cast behind the scenes – which meant installing instant messenger on the cast computers.
John Krasinski Provided a Unique On-set Culture at The Office
The Office presented a unique way of storytelling in a mockumentary format, which made viewers feel like they were part of the Dunder Mifflin office environment. It blended comedy elements with heartfelt moments, with its success being largely attributed to its diverse cast.
- 7/27/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
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Despicable Me 4 Box Office (Worldwide): Crosses $350 Million Mark Overseas( Photo Credit – YouTube )
The audience has not forgotten Illumination’s biggie, Despicable Me 4, amid the arrival of movies like Twisters and, most recently, Deadpool & Wolverine. The animated film with Steve Carell as the lead voice cast is set to cross a significant milestone at the worldwide box office. Keep scrolling for the deets.
The makers maintained the franchise’s tradition of releasing the movie on the Fourth of July week and the Minions and Gru are always loved by the fans. Hence, it is the highest-grossing animated film franchise ever and has crossed the $5 billion mark. In this fourth installment, Will Ferrell and Sofia Vergara have joined the cast as the main antagonist and his girlfriend, respectively. It will definitely feel the impact of the Marvel movie with fewer screenings, but a section of the audience enjoys these...
The audience has not forgotten Illumination’s biggie, Despicable Me 4, amid the arrival of movies like Twisters and, most recently, Deadpool & Wolverine. The animated film with Steve Carell as the lead voice cast is set to cross a significant milestone at the worldwide box office. Keep scrolling for the deets.
The makers maintained the franchise’s tradition of releasing the movie on the Fourth of July week and the Minions and Gru are always loved by the fans. Hence, it is the highest-grossing animated film franchise ever and has crossed the $5 billion mark. In this fourth installment, Will Ferrell and Sofia Vergara have joined the cast as the main antagonist and his girlfriend, respectively. It will definitely feel the impact of the Marvel movie with fewer screenings, but a section of the audience enjoys these...
- 7/27/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
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Music-centered biopics are one of the hottest commodities in Cinema today. From the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic to the retellings of the Whitney Houston and Elvis stories, it feels as if you’re a figure in music, you will get a biopic onscreen. However, there is an upcoming biopic about one of the biggest musicians out there. That is a little more unconventional. Pharrell Williams’ biopic, ‘Piece by Piece’, had a trailer before the new ‘Despicable Me’ movie. While many people were excited to see a Pharrell Williams biopic, many were confused as a biopic does not portray the Pharrell Williams story with actors. Rather, ‘Piece by Piece’ is a Lego movie, meaning that the Pharrell Williams story will be told with animated Lego characters. Things to do: Subscribe to The Hollywood Insider’s YouTube Channel, by clicking here. Limited Time Offer – Free Subscription to The Hollywood Insider Click here...
- 7/26/2024
- by Abigail Johnson
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
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“Deadpool and Wolverine” is now playing in theaters, and although Hugh Jackman probably won’t receive any major awards nominations for his anticipated return as his comic book character, he has been nominated for an Oscar as well as other major trophies throughout his career. Let’s look back at his many awards races.
After his breakthrough performance as Wolverine in the first “X-Men” film, Jackman spent most of the 2000s appearing in summer action blockbusters like “Swordfish” and “Van Helsing” as well as “X-Men” sequels and a prequel. He was never a serious awards contender for the 2001 romantic comedy “Kate & Leopold,” but he did receive his first Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. The other nominees were Ewan McGregor for “Moulin Rouge!,” John Cameron Mitchell for “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” Billy Bob Thornton for “Bandits” and Gene Hackman for “The Royal Tenenbaums,...
After his breakthrough performance as Wolverine in the first “X-Men” film, Jackman spent most of the 2000s appearing in summer action blockbusters like “Swordfish” and “Van Helsing” as well as “X-Men” sequels and a prequel. He was never a serious awards contender for the 2001 romantic comedy “Kate & Leopold,” but he did receive his first Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. The other nominees were Ewan McGregor for “Moulin Rouge!,” John Cameron Mitchell for “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” Billy Bob Thornton for “Bandits” and Gene Hackman for “The Royal Tenenbaums,...
- 7/26/2024
- by Brian Rowe
- Gold Derby
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Is the Despicable Me franchise a Darwinist project in which the Minions started their evolution back at the beginning of life on Earth, or did intelligent design deliver Gru his wacky yellow Tic-Tac workers? More importantly, are the films’ writers finally ready to answer the Hitler question?
When Despicable Me premiered in the summer of 2010, the star of the smash-hit kid’s comedy wasn’t Steve Carell playing the lead villain Gru, or Jason Segel’s alternate antagonist Vector, or even the thankfully-since-fired Russell Brand as the brilliant scientist Dr. Nefario. No, regardless of the billing order, the undeniable headliner of the massively successful movie that launched a seven-film franchise was the collective order of the Minions, Gru’s colorful cronies whose slapstick antics and love of bananas captivated children and adults alike to the tune of a half-billion-dollar return at the box office.
Like all Despicable Me characters, the...
When Despicable Me premiered in the summer of 2010, the star of the smash-hit kid’s comedy wasn’t Steve Carell playing the lead villain Gru, or Jason Segel’s alternate antagonist Vector, or even the thankfully-since-fired Russell Brand as the brilliant scientist Dr. Nefario. No, regardless of the billing order, the undeniable headliner of the massively successful movie that launched a seven-film franchise was the collective order of the Minions, Gru’s colorful cronies whose slapstick antics and love of bananas captivated children and adults alike to the tune of a half-billion-dollar return at the box office.
Like all Despicable Me characters, the...
- 7/25/2024
- Cracked
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As the situation comedy disappears from broadcast television, we might be losing more than simply 23 minutes of laughs surrounded by Progressive commercials. Over the past 50 years, the sitcom has been a surefire cannon from which to launch unknown comic actors onto the A-list.
Here are 7 sitcoms that turned anonymous comedians into the biggest stars in the world…
1 Mork & Mindy
Robin Williams was a 1970s club comic with a growing reputation as an improvisational genius. A guest turn on Happy Days — producer Garry Marshall’s kid was into Star Wars so Marshall ordered writers to invent a funny alien — launched a spin-off series that turned Williams into a star practically overnight. Also up for the Happy Days alien cameo? A young Richard Lewis.
2 Bosom Buddies
Want a idiotic premise for a sitcom? How about two guys who decide to pose as women so they can get a permanent room in an affordable women-only hotel.
Here are 7 sitcoms that turned anonymous comedians into the biggest stars in the world…
1 Mork & Mindy
Robin Williams was a 1970s club comic with a growing reputation as an improvisational genius. A guest turn on Happy Days — producer Garry Marshall’s kid was into Star Wars so Marshall ordered writers to invent a funny alien — launched a spin-off series that turned Williams into a star practically overnight. Also up for the Happy Days alien cameo? A young Richard Lewis.
2 Bosom Buddies
Want a idiotic premise for a sitcom? How about two guys who decide to pose as women so they can get a permanent room in an affordable women-only hotel.
- 7/25/2024
- Cracked
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Fourteen years ago, ‘Despicable Me’ premiered in theatres, winning the hearts of children and adults alike. Audiences all over the world fell in love with Gru, his adopted daughters, and, of course, the minions. ‘Despicable Me’ was huge, and there was no doubt that a sequel was in the works. Fast forward fourteen years, and not only has there been a ‘Despicable Me’ sequel, but two spin-off films that focus on the minions, and a third and fourth film has been added to Gru’s story. With all of the minion mania feeling so far away, audiences are beginning to question the integrity of the fourth film… was ‘Despicable Me 4’ really needed? Things to do: Subscribe to The Hollywood Insider’s YouTube Channel, by clicking here. Limited Time Offer – Free Subscription to The Hollywood Insider Click here to read more on The Hollywood Insider’s vision, values and mission...
- 7/24/2024
- by Abigail Johnson
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
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The Apple TV+ Emmy Award-winning series The Morning Show has added Emmy and Tony Award-nominee William Jackson Harper to its growing Season 4 cast in a major recurring role. He will play ‘Ben,’ the network’s self-assured and innovative Head of Sports.
The Morning Show explores the cutthroat world of morning news and the lives of the people who help America wake up in the morning. Season 3 left the fate of Uba once again up in the air after Alex (Jennifer Aniston) manages to take down Paul Marks (Jon Hamm) by logjamming the sale of Uba to his tech company, Hyperion. But now, it appears Uba will be merging with another media company to keep the network afloat, which could spell layoffs and restructuring in Season 4.
Reese Witherspoon, Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Nestor Carbonell, Karen Pittman, Greta Lee and Nicole Beharie also star. Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons...
The Morning Show explores the cutthroat world of morning news and the lives of the people who help America wake up in the morning. Season 3 left the fate of Uba once again up in the air after Alex (Jennifer Aniston) manages to take down Paul Marks (Jon Hamm) by logjamming the sale of Uba to his tech company, Hyperion. But now, it appears Uba will be merging with another media company to keep the network afloat, which could spell layoffs and restructuring in Season 4.
Reese Witherspoon, Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Nestor Carbonell, Karen Pittman, Greta Lee and Nicole Beharie also star. Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons...
- 7/24/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
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Exclusive: Academy Award-nominated filmmakers Robert Pulcini and Shari Springer Berman (Succession) have been tapped to helm the first two episodes of The Four Seasons, Netflix’s new comedy series based on the same-name 1981 film, from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield.
As previously announced, Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Erika Henningsen and Will Forte will star. While a logline for the series hasn’t been provided, the film The Four Seasons follows three couples who vacation together every season, only to see their worlds upended when one of them divorces. Alan Alda directed from his script and starred opposite Carol Burnett, with Martin Bregman producing.
Hailing from Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Fey’s production company Little Stranger, Inc., The Four Seasons will be exec produced by Fey, Fisher, Wigfield, David Miner, Eric Gurian and Jeff Richmond. Alda and Marissa Bregman will produce,...
As previously announced, Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Erika Henningsen and Will Forte will star. While a logline for the series hasn’t been provided, the film The Four Seasons follows three couples who vacation together every season, only to see their worlds upended when one of them divorces. Alan Alda directed from his script and starred opposite Carol Burnett, with Martin Bregman producing.
Hailing from Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Fey’s production company Little Stranger, Inc., The Four Seasons will be exec produced by Fey, Fisher, Wigfield, David Miner, Eric Gurian and Jeff Richmond. Alda and Marissa Bregman will produce,...
- 7/24/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
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Bad Monkey, Bill Lawrence’s adaptation of the Carl Hiaasen 2013 novel of the same thing and a longtime passion project for the power producer, is finally set to premiere. Having firmed up plans for its Aug. 14 release, Apple TV+ dropped the first trailer for the project on Wednesday.
The Florida-set dramedy mystery tells the story of Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn), a former Miami P.D. detective whose transfer to the Keys quickly resulted in him getting bounced from the force entirely to work as a health inspector. When a privileged tourist hooks a human arm on a fishing trip, Yancy is drawn into a murder mystery whose resolution he thinks might earn back his badge.
Filling out the comically large ensemble of oddball characters related to the case are L. Scott Caldwell, Rob Delaney, Meredith Hagner, Natalie Martinez, Alex Moffat , Michelle Monaghan, Ronald Peet and a capuchin playing the titular primate.
The Florida-set dramedy mystery tells the story of Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn), a former Miami P.D. detective whose transfer to the Keys quickly resulted in him getting bounced from the force entirely to work as a health inspector. When a privileged tourist hooks a human arm on a fishing trip, Yancy is drawn into a murder mystery whose resolution he thinks might earn back his badge.
Filling out the comically large ensemble of oddball characters related to the case are L. Scott Caldwell, Rob Delaney, Meredith Hagner, Natalie Martinez, Alex Moffat , Michelle Monaghan, Ronald Peet and a capuchin playing the titular primate.
- 7/24/2024
- by Mikey O'Connell
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Apple is trying to sever itself from overpaying for its Apple TV+ series and films.
Apple, the world’s richest (and only $3 trillion) company, is now practicing frugality as it pertains to entertainment content, Bloomberg reported. If only they’d do the same for the price of our iPhones.
For Apple, cost-cutting, the latest push toward profitability in streaming, is a Pro Display Xdr-sized about-face. To launch Apple TV+ the company courted huge talent, and did so with a seemingly unlimited budget.
Apple TV+ debuted on November 1, 2019 with “The Morning Show” starring Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Steve Carell, “See” with Jason Momoa, and a deal with Oprah Winfrey to turn her book club into a streaming series. It would soon court the likes of Martin Scorsese, Ridley Scott, and Brad Pitt, to name a few. And, at a certain point at least, the “Ted Lasso” cast couldn’t have come cheap.
Apple, the world’s richest (and only $3 trillion) company, is now practicing frugality as it pertains to entertainment content, Bloomberg reported. If only they’d do the same for the price of our iPhones.
For Apple, cost-cutting, the latest push toward profitability in streaming, is a Pro Display Xdr-sized about-face. To launch Apple TV+ the company courted huge talent, and did so with a seemingly unlimited budget.
Apple TV+ debuted on November 1, 2019 with “The Morning Show” starring Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Steve Carell, “See” with Jason Momoa, and a deal with Oprah Winfrey to turn her book club into a streaming series. It would soon court the likes of Martin Scorsese, Ridley Scott, and Brad Pitt, to name a few. And, at a certain point at least, the “Ted Lasso” cast couldn’t have come cheap.
- 7/23/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
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