Behind the scenes, filmmakers Phil Lord and Chris Miller weren’t the happiest of campers when their critical darling Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse opened to $35 million domestically in early December 2018. After all, the CGI-animated film had earned effusive reviews and a coveted A+ CinemaScore from audiences, with many predicting a $40 million opening or more.
Their angst turned out to be for naught. Thanks to exceptional word of mouth — the most precious of commodities to Hollywood marketers — the PG pic took off. Embraced by both families and fanboys, the Sony film topped out at $190 million domestically, an unheard of multiple. Expanding its marquee superhero franchise to include both an animated film series and a live-action stable of films was an IP coup, since it meant being able to grow the kid and family side of the aisle.
Paramount had much the same intention when making Transformers One, the latest installment in...
Their angst turned out to be for naught. Thanks to exceptional word of mouth — the most precious of commodities to Hollywood marketers — the PG pic took off. Embraced by both families and fanboys, the Sony film topped out at $190 million domestically, an unheard of multiple. Expanding its marquee superhero franchise to include both an animated film series and a live-action stable of films was an IP coup, since it meant being able to grow the kid and family side of the aisle.
Paramount had much the same intention when making Transformers One, the latest installment in...
- 9/24/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Transformers was introduced all the way back in 1984 and since then has amassed millions of fans across the globe. From live-action films and animated series to video games and merchandise, the Hasbro franchise remains one of the best-selling creations from a toy line.
Credits: Shia Labeouf in Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen / Paramount Pictures
The recent Transformers adaptations had been trying to revive the bloated saga after the failure of the trilogy films. Fans would recall Shia Labeouf’s iconic movie series with Michael Bay at the helm, and despite them being massive box-office successes, they were critically panned.
Transformers One Did What Shia Labeouf’s Trilogy Failed To Do
Chris Hemsworth’s Transformers One is the latest installment in the long-enduring Hasbro film franchise, and it is surprisingly doing a great performance so far. In the animated science fiction action film, the actor voices Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots.
Credits: Shia Labeouf in Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen / Paramount Pictures
The recent Transformers adaptations had been trying to revive the bloated saga after the failure of the trilogy films. Fans would recall Shia Labeouf’s iconic movie series with Michael Bay at the helm, and despite them being massive box-office successes, they were critically panned.
Transformers One Did What Shia Labeouf’s Trilogy Failed To Do
Chris Hemsworth’s Transformers One is the latest installment in the long-enduring Hasbro film franchise, and it is surprisingly doing a great performance so far. In the animated science fiction action film, the actor voices Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots.
- 9/20/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Not Dwayne Johnson, I Want This 1 Celeb in Transformers-gi Joe Movie after its Insane Release Update
I am still shocked by the news that my favorite childhood franchises, G.I Joe and Transformers are finally collaborating. The Transformers: Rise of the Beasts movie alluded to them being from a shared universe. Then, Paramount confirmed that they were working on a crossover film and I couldn’t be happier.
As an avid fan of both franchises, I have always imagined what it would be like for Cybertronians to team up with elite agents of G.I Joe. With Derek Connelly from Jurassic Park as the writer now, I am sure this movie will end up as an epic success. However, the inclusion of one celebrity would be the cherry on the cake, and it’s not The Rock but Michael Bay.
Why Michael Bay is the only choice to direct this crossover A still from Transformers: Rise of The Beasts | Credits: Paramount Pictures
During his movies such as Armageddon,...
As an avid fan of both franchises, I have always imagined what it would be like for Cybertronians to team up with elite agents of G.I Joe. With Derek Connelly from Jurassic Park as the writer now, I am sure this movie will end up as an epic success. However, the inclusion of one celebrity would be the cherry on the cake, and it’s not The Rock but Michael Bay.
Why Michael Bay is the only choice to direct this crossover A still from Transformers: Rise of The Beasts | Credits: Paramount Pictures
During his movies such as Armageddon,...
- 9/18/2024
- by Shruti Pathak
- FandomWire
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There have been over half a dozen Transformers movies since 2007, but Transformers One, set to release on Friday, marks the first new animated Transformers film in nearly 40 years. The powerhouse cast includes Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, and Keegan-Michael Key. Set on the Transformers home planet of Cybertron, Transformers One tells the origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron and the rift that led them to become rivals.
There have been over half a dozen Transformers movies since 2007, but Transformers One, set to release on Friday, marks the first new animated Transformers film in nearly 40 years. The powerhouse cast includes Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, and Keegan-Michael Key. Set on the Transformers home planet of Cybertron, Transformers One tells the origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron and the rift that led them to become rivals.
- 9/18/2024
- by Jonathan Zavaleta
- Rollingstone.com
It's hard not to love Leonard Nimoy. The gifted actor, writer, director, and photographer was not just the absolute perfect person to bring Spock to life on "Star Trek," but he was also, by all accounts, a genuinely wonderful human being. Nimoy always brought a sense of kindness and respect to those he met, and feedback from fans would indicate that he was always a genuine soul, right up until the day he passed.
Although fans will likely debate this fact until the sun burns out, Spock is what elevated "Star Trek" beyond "good" into "great," and his character laid the groundwork for how "Trek" stories should be told in every iteration moving forward. His character was the embodiment of how logic and emotion are at the core of just about every conflict a being could face, making him both an outsider to the humans he worked alongside ... yet, given...
Although fans will likely debate this fact until the sun burns out, Spock is what elevated "Star Trek" beyond "good" into "great," and his character laid the groundwork for how "Trek" stories should be told in every iteration moving forward. His character was the embodiment of how logic and emotion are at the core of just about every conflict a being could face, making him both an outsider to the humans he worked alongside ... yet, given...
- 9/3/2024
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Exclusive: Actor Iqbal Theba (Glee) has signed with Buchwald for representation. The actor was previously signed to A3 Artists Agency, which recently shut its doors permanently.
Stated Theba, “I am beyond excited to sign with Buchwald, an agency with decades of experience and history, and a group of dedicated agents who truly care about their clients.”
Best known for his role of Principle Figgins on Fox’s hit series Glee, which ran for six seasons and brought him a SAG Award as part of the ensemble, Theba has appeared in more than 100 film and TV projects over the course of his decades-long career, including the Best Picture Oscar winner Green Book from filmmaker Peter Farrelly.
Other notable credits include The Illegal, Playing for Keeps and Transformers: Dark of the Moon, along with such series as Mira, Royal Detective, Messiah, Community and The Blacklist. Most recently, Theba signed on to star in Days with Dandekar,...
Stated Theba, “I am beyond excited to sign with Buchwald, an agency with decades of experience and history, and a group of dedicated agents who truly care about their clients.”
Best known for his role of Principle Figgins on Fox’s hit series Glee, which ran for six seasons and brought him a SAG Award as part of the ensemble, Theba has appeared in more than 100 film and TV projects over the course of his decades-long career, including the Best Picture Oscar winner Green Book from filmmaker Peter Farrelly.
Other notable credits include The Illegal, Playing for Keeps and Transformers: Dark of the Moon, along with such series as Mira, Royal Detective, Messiah, Community and The Blacklist. Most recently, Theba signed on to star in Days with Dandekar,...
- 8/28/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
While the opening weekend gross of a film at the box office doesn’t mean everything, it tends to dictate the high profits of the film and popularity when it rakes in cash in the first few days of its theatrical release, especially globally. All of the films that hold slots in the 20 highest-grossing movies worldwide are part of franchises, with Marvel holding seven slots, Star Wars and Jurassic World holding two and Harry Potter movies holding two. The Fast and the Furious has two slots as well. Standalones within this list include Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), Detective Chinatown 3 (2021) and The Battle at Lake Changjin (2021).
Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011) sits just outside the top 20 in the 21st slot. Barbie falls in the 30th slot on the list with $356,322,044 in its global opening weekend. Animated films within the top 30 include The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) at #377,200,000 and Frozen II...
Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011) sits just outside the top 20 in the 21st slot. Barbie falls in the 30th slot on the list with $356,322,044 in its global opening weekend. Animated films within the top 30 include The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) at #377,200,000 and Frozen II...
- 8/1/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
Recasting prime players in flagship franchises is akin to threading the needle, perhaps even more punctilious a task than that because if you’re not careful, you’ll have a bloody mess ahead of you. Just look at how The Witcher completely upended into chaos with Henry Cavill’s replacement.
Megan Fox in Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009) | Paramount Pictures
Megan Fox’s recasting in the Transformers franchise met with a similar outrage mingled with shock after Rosie Huntington-Whiteley appeared in her stead in Transformers 3. But there are more beans to be spilled here than you might reckon.
Megan Fox Was Fired From the Transformers Franchise
Transformers gifted Megan Fox with her breakout role in Hollywood, after the monumental success of which came the sci-fi action sequel, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.
With a worldwide collection just shy of a billion, the smashing triumph of the second installment laid the foundation for a third.
Megan Fox in Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009) | Paramount Pictures
Megan Fox’s recasting in the Transformers franchise met with a similar outrage mingled with shock after Rosie Huntington-Whiteley appeared in her stead in Transformers 3. But there are more beans to be spilled here than you might reckon.
Megan Fox Was Fired From the Transformers Franchise
Transformers gifted Megan Fox with her breakout role in Hollywood, after the monumental success of which came the sci-fi action sequel, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.
With a worldwide collection just shy of a billion, the smashing triumph of the second installment laid the foundation for a third.
- 7/26/2024
- by Khushi
- FandomWire
Steven Spielberg is known for being one of the most talented and respected figures in Hollywood. He has been a part of some of the most critically acclaimed films of all time, making him a timeless icon in the industry. Since success brings forth influence as well, it can be assumed that he has a lot of power in the film industry.
Steven Spielberg | Photo by Gage Skidmore, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Although he has mostly used it for the right reasons, he also has a reputation for being ruthless when pushed. Megan Fox famously experienced the brunt of this trait. However, many believe Spielberg to also be the reason behind Shia Labeouf’s professional shortcomings. However, some would like to disagree.
Steven Spielberg’s Play With Megan Fox’s Career
During the filming of the cult-classic Transformers series, it was well known that Megan Fox was not getting along with director,...
Steven Spielberg | Photo by Gage Skidmore, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Although he has mostly used it for the right reasons, he also has a reputation for being ruthless when pushed. Megan Fox famously experienced the brunt of this trait. However, many believe Spielberg to also be the reason behind Shia Labeouf’s professional shortcomings. However, some would like to disagree.
Steven Spielberg’s Play With Megan Fox’s Career
During the filming of the cult-classic Transformers series, it was well known that Megan Fox was not getting along with director,...
- 7/24/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Michael Bay’s career began with early hits like Bad Boys and The Rock, establishing him as a director known for sharp, provocative action. Transitioning to blockbuster extravaganzas, Bay made a significant impact with the Transformers series in 2007, blending spectacle with compelling storytelling to stunned audiences worldwide.
Michael Bay at the filming of Transformers at Edwards Afb Credit: Capt. Corinna Jones, Usaf| Wikimedia Commons
Since 2017 fans have been eagerly anticipating Michael Bay’s potential return to the franchise, despite some having lost hope. However, Steven Spielberg remains optimistic and eagerly anticipates Bay’s comeback.
Will Michael Bay Make a Return to the Transformers Saga?
One lingering question haunts Transformers fans, Will Michael Bay, the director behind some of the franchise’s most memorable films, return? Having directed the first five live-action movies, speculation about his comeback has grown now that many moons have passed.
Suggested“Who was I to ever question it?...
Michael Bay at the filming of Transformers at Edwards Afb Credit: Capt. Corinna Jones, Usaf| Wikimedia Commons
Since 2017 fans have been eagerly anticipating Michael Bay’s potential return to the franchise, despite some having lost hope. However, Steven Spielberg remains optimistic and eagerly anticipates Bay’s comeback.
Will Michael Bay Make a Return to the Transformers Saga?
One lingering question haunts Transformers fans, Will Michael Bay, the director behind some of the franchise’s most memorable films, return? Having directed the first five live-action movies, speculation about his comeback has grown now that many moons have passed.
Suggested“Who was I to ever question it?...
- 6/27/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Iqbal Theba (Green Book) will produce and star in Days with Dandekar, a new indie written and directed by Emmy nominee Leena Pendharkar.
The project marks Theba’s first producing credit and his second collaboration with sister producers Pallavi & Keertana Sastry, on the heels of the drama Land of Gold, which premiered at Tribeca in 2022.
The film tells the story of a man named Dandekar (Theba), who, after getting laid off from his job of over 35 years, goes on an existential journey, searching for the beloved ’87 Volvo that his well-intended family has traded away. On the way, he connects with longtime neighbors and strangers alike, who help him define a sense of himself.
Script for Days with Dandekar was selected for the Film Independent Screenwriting Lab and Tribeca All Access. The creative team is coming off of a live reading of the script, co-hosted by Cape and...
The project marks Theba’s first producing credit and his second collaboration with sister producers Pallavi & Keertana Sastry, on the heels of the drama Land of Gold, which premiered at Tribeca in 2022.
The film tells the story of a man named Dandekar (Theba), who, after getting laid off from his job of over 35 years, goes on an existential journey, searching for the beloved ’87 Volvo that his well-intended family has traded away. On the way, he connects with longtime neighbors and strangers alike, who help him define a sense of himself.
Script for Days with Dandekar was selected for the Film Independent Screenwriting Lab and Tribeca All Access. The creative team is coming off of a live reading of the script, co-hosted by Cape and...
- 6/26/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Steven Spielberg easily ranks as one of the best filmmakers of all time. Aside from his commercial success and critical acclaim, what makes Spielberg’s filmography so special is that the filmmaker has a penchant for creating some of the most popular franchises. His list of blockbuster franchises includes the likes of Jaws, Indiana Jones, and Jurassic Park.
Steven Spielberg has created some of the most iconic film franchises (Credit: NBC News).
During an interview, Spielberg was asked about his uncanny track record with creating franchises, seemingly out of thin air. In response, Spielberg cited one $5.2 billion franchise as an example of his keen eye for franchise potential, but also implied his children must be impressed with the IP beforehand. Here is what Spielberg had to say about his penchant for franchise creation.
Steven Spielberg Talks Creating the Transformers Franchise to Impress His Children
Steven Spielberg has produced some of...
Steven Spielberg has created some of the most iconic film franchises (Credit: NBC News).
During an interview, Spielberg was asked about his uncanny track record with creating franchises, seemingly out of thin air. In response, Spielberg cited one $5.2 billion franchise as an example of his keen eye for franchise potential, but also implied his children must be impressed with the IP beforehand. Here is what Spielberg had to say about his penchant for franchise creation.
Steven Spielberg Talks Creating the Transformers Franchise to Impress His Children
Steven Spielberg has produced some of...
- 6/22/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Patrick Dempsey (Grey’s Anatomy) has joined the cast of Paramount+ with Showtime’s Dexter: Original Sin in a series regular role. In the Dexter prequel series, Dempsey will play Aaron Spencer, the Captain of the Miami Metro Homicide department who has a decades-long relationship with Harry Morgan (Christian Slater).
Dexter: Original Sin stars Patrick Gibson, who is taking over the titular serial killer role (in his younger years) made famous by Michael C. Hall in the Showtime mothership series. Molly Brown, James Martinez, Christina Milian and Alex Shimizu also star. Production is underway in Miami with Clyde Phillips at the helm.
The 10-episode original drama series follows Dexter in 1991 Miami, a student transitioning into a serial killer in training. When his bloodthirsty urges can no longer be ignored, Dexter finds solace and understanding in Harry. As his only confidant, Harry teaches Dexter a code that’s designed to...
Dexter: Original Sin stars Patrick Gibson, who is taking over the titular serial killer role (in his younger years) made famous by Michael C. Hall in the Showtime mothership series. Molly Brown, James Martinez, Christina Milian and Alex Shimizu also star. Production is underway in Miami with Clyde Phillips at the helm.
The 10-episode original drama series follows Dexter in 1991 Miami, a student transitioning into a serial killer in training. When his bloodthirsty urges can no longer be ignored, Dexter finds solace and understanding in Harry. As his only confidant, Harry teaches Dexter a code that’s designed to...
- 6/20/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Among the best games ever made for the Transformers franchise are, without a doubt, Transformers: Fall of Cybertron and Transformers: War for Cybertron. The company that created the Transformers franchise, Hasbro, desired that they be made available on all platforms through Game Pass.
Megatron | via Helix341 | Wiki fandom
However, Hasbro accused Activision of losing the hard drives containing the game, which led to a massive PR battle that echoed throughout 2023. Activision has published the following Transformers in the past- Transformers: War for Cybertron, Transformers: Fall of Cybertron, Transformers: Devastation, Transformers: The Game, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, and Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark.
Hasbro made a controversial comment on Activision’s functioning
Hasbro wanted to re-release several Transformers titles on Xbox X/S via Xbox’s backward compatibility, but their plans were put to rest due to an error on Activision’s part. During an interview,...
Megatron | via Helix341 | Wiki fandom
However, Hasbro accused Activision of losing the hard drives containing the game, which led to a massive PR battle that echoed throughout 2023. Activision has published the following Transformers in the past- Transformers: War for Cybertron, Transformers: Fall of Cybertron, Transformers: Devastation, Transformers: The Game, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, and Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark.
Hasbro made a controversial comment on Activision’s functioning
Hasbro wanted to re-release several Transformers titles on Xbox X/S via Xbox’s backward compatibility, but their plans were put to rest due to an error on Activision’s part. During an interview,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Anupam Lamba
- FandomWire
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley played a supporting role as Carly Spencer, Sam Witwicky’s (Shia Labeouf) new girlfriend, in the 2011 American science fiction action film Transformers: Dark of the Moon.
Rosie Alice Huntington-Whiteley as Carly Spencer in the 2011 film Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Credit: Paramount Pictures)
Replacing Megan Fox
The Victoria’s Secret model replaced Megan Fox, who had the female lead in the previous two Transformers films.
Megan Fox’s departure from the series was said to be her own decision, although Paramount suggested it was their call. She had previously criticized the acting demands of her role, which may have contributed to her exit.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley replaced Megan Fox as Shia Labeouf’s love interest, playing Carly Spencer in Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Credit: Paramount Pictures)
Filming and Early Life
Principal photography for Transformers: Dark of the Moon commenced on May 18, 2010, with shooting locations including Chicago, Florida, and Moscow.
Rosie Alice Huntington-Whiteley as Carly Spencer in the 2011 film Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Credit: Paramount Pictures)
Replacing Megan Fox
The Victoria’s Secret model replaced Megan Fox, who had the female lead in the previous two Transformers films.
Megan Fox’s departure from the series was said to be her own decision, although Paramount suggested it was their call. She had previously criticized the acting demands of her role, which may have contributed to her exit.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley replaced Megan Fox as Shia Labeouf’s love interest, playing Carly Spencer in Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Credit: Paramount Pictures)
Filming and Early Life
Principal photography for Transformers: Dark of the Moon commenced on May 18, 2010, with shooting locations including Chicago, Florida, and Moscow.
- 5/25/2024
- by Jan Stromsodd
- Your Next Shoes
Michael Bay is one of today's most recognizable filmmakers, known for his ability to deliver truly high-octane, spectacular movies with stunning production values. His films are always full of memorable action sequences, expert editing and cinematography, and coupled with big budgets, almost every movie Bay directs becomes a smash hit. This is especially true of the incredibly popular sci-fi franchise based on the Hasbro toy line, Transformers.
Although, after the release of the first film, the next four installments received increasingly negative reviews from critics, it was never about the visual effects. Moreover, Revenge of the Fallen, Dark of the Moon and Age of Extinction became some of the highest grossing films of all time, making over $1 billion globally.
These movies also featured enormous budgets, which today only Disney can boast when producing the (often ill-fated) projects for the MCU, but this did not prevent a 'controversy' surrounding the direction of Michael Bay.
Although, after the release of the first film, the next four installments received increasingly negative reviews from critics, it was never about the visual effects. Moreover, Revenge of the Fallen, Dark of the Moon and Age of Extinction became some of the highest grossing films of all time, making over $1 billion globally.
These movies also featured enormous budgets, which today only Disney can boast when producing the (often ill-fated) projects for the MCU, but this did not prevent a 'controversy' surrounding the direction of Michael Bay.
- 4/23/2024
- by [email protected] (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
General Hospital (Gh) spoilers state it’s been a hot minute since Liesl Obrecht has been in the land of Port Charles.
Unfortunately, since she broke up with Scotty Baldwin (Kin Shriner) and donated her bone marrow to great-niece Willow Corinthos (Katelyn MacMullen) her appearances on the show have been sporadic. Still, it looks like the actress who portrays her, Kathleen Gati, is doing well and remaining busier than ever!
Gati recently hopped on social media to update fans on her new and exciting movie project that “just wrapped up”. More on this, below.
General Hospital Spoilers – Kathleen Gati’s European Adventure
Kathleen posted a selfie on X, which happens to now be her new profile pic on the social media platform, with the following caption, “Back from Europe after working with an incredible cast and crew on a film that takes place during WWII. Can’t share more details at this time,...
Unfortunately, since she broke up with Scotty Baldwin (Kin Shriner) and donated her bone marrow to great-niece Willow Corinthos (Katelyn MacMullen) her appearances on the show have been sporadic. Still, it looks like the actress who portrays her, Kathleen Gati, is doing well and remaining busier than ever!
Gati recently hopped on social media to update fans on her new and exciting movie project that “just wrapped up”. More on this, below.
General Hospital Spoilers – Kathleen Gati’s European Adventure
Kathleen posted a selfie on X, which happens to now be her new profile pic on the social media platform, with the following caption, “Back from Europe after working with an incredible cast and crew on a film that takes place during WWII. Can’t share more details at this time,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Dorathy Gass
- Celebrating The Soaps
Wednesday night was the end of the road for not one, but two “Masked Singer” contestants, marking the first double elimination of the season. And so, fans had to say goodbye to both Koala and Lovebird.
The theme of the night was “Transformers,” with contestants singing songs that were featured in the movie franchise. For Lovebird, that meant a performance of the Goo Goo Dolls’ “All That You Are,” which appeared on the “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” soundtrack.
After that, Koala performed “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears, which was part of the “Bumblebee” soundtrack.
In the end, Lovebird was the first to be eliminated, and was unmasked to reveal former “The Bachelor” star Colton Underwood. And, apparently, his appearance on the show has been a long time coming.
“This was like, the third or fourth time my team had been talking to possibly do this,...
The theme of the night was “Transformers,” with contestants singing songs that were featured in the movie franchise. For Lovebird, that meant a performance of the Goo Goo Dolls’ “All That You Are,” which appeared on the “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” soundtrack.
After that, Koala performed “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears, which was part of the “Bumblebee” soundtrack.
In the end, Lovebird was the first to be eliminated, and was unmasked to reveal former “The Bachelor” star Colton Underwood. And, apparently, his appearance on the show has been a long time coming.
“This was like, the third or fourth time my team had been talking to possibly do this,...
- 4/11/2024
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
Guillermo del Toro's "Pacific Rim" remains one of the very best live-action films inspired by anime that wasn't actually based on anime (though it eventually became one). The 2013 movie is essentially about giant robots fighting kaiju. Its influences are many, from kaiju movies like "Godzilla" and the work of Ray Harryhausen, but also clearly tokusatsu like del Toro's beloved "Ultraman" and even mecha anime like "Gunbuster," "Getter Robo," and "Mazinger Z."
"Pacific Rim," arguably more so than "The Matrix," feels like the biggest American movie inspired by anime, a movie made by someone who loves the medium, at a time when anime was starting to enter the mainstream. But if you asked Guillermo del Toro that question shortly before the release of the film, it seems he would have been a nervous wreck.
David S. Cohen's book "Pacific Rim: Man, Machines & Monsters — The Inner Workings of an Epic...
"Pacific Rim," arguably more so than "The Matrix," feels like the biggest American movie inspired by anime, a movie made by someone who loves the medium, at a time when anime was starting to enter the mainstream. But if you asked Guillermo del Toro that question shortly before the release of the film, it seems he would have been a nervous wreck.
David S. Cohen's book "Pacific Rim: Man, Machines & Monsters — The Inner Workings of an Epic...
- 4/7/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
When Megan Fox was initially introduced to the Transformers franchise as Mikaela Banes in the first installment of the action/sci-fi saga, fans were in true awe of her. Then came the second installment Revenge of the Fallen, where Banes finally professed her love for Sam Witwicky. But the next film that followed had no sign of Banes whatsoever, instead, a new lover of Witwicky’s was introduced.
Megan Fox in Expend4bles
Since then, a lot of speculation surrounded the reason behind Fox’s sudden unexpected exit from the $5.2 billion saga that brought Mark Wahlberg on board, and whether she would come back in the upcoming eighth installment of the film series or not. Well, here are all the answers to these questions, from why she left to if she would return. Read on!
The Real Reason Why Megan Fox Left the Transformers Saga
Even though Megan Fox‘s character...
Megan Fox in Expend4bles
Since then, a lot of speculation surrounded the reason behind Fox’s sudden unexpected exit from the $5.2 billion saga that brought Mark Wahlberg on board, and whether she would come back in the upcoming eighth installment of the film series or not. Well, here are all the answers to these questions, from why she left to if she would return. Read on!
The Real Reason Why Megan Fox Left the Transformers Saga
Even though Megan Fox‘s character...
- 3/20/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The films vying for the 2024 Best Sound Oscar are “The Creator,” “Maestro,” “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” “Oppenheimer,” and “The Zone of Interest.” Our current odds indicate that “Oppenheimer” (31/10) will prevail, followed in order of likelihood by “The Zone of Interest” (37/10), “Maestro” (9/2), “Mission: Impossible” (9/2), and “The Creator” (9/2).
This year’s Best Sound award will be the fourth handed out since the former Best Sound Editing and Best Sound Mixing categories were consolidated ahead of the 93rd Oscars. The 17 craftspeople involved in this race have collectively amassed 70 previous nominations and 16 wins for their audio work, with the largest share of those bids (30%) belonging to Kevin O’Connell (“Oppenheimer”). With an Oscars resume dating back to 1984, he stands as one of this lineup’s nine returning champions, having memorably broken his unprecedented losing streak on his 21st bid for “Hacksaw Ridge” (2017).
O’Connell shares his new nomination with fellow former winners Richard King,...
This year’s Best Sound award will be the fourth handed out since the former Best Sound Editing and Best Sound Mixing categories were consolidated ahead of the 93rd Oscars. The 17 craftspeople involved in this race have collectively amassed 70 previous nominations and 16 wins for their audio work, with the largest share of those bids (30%) belonging to Kevin O’Connell (“Oppenheimer”). With an Oscars resume dating back to 1984, he stands as one of this lineup’s nine returning champions, having memorably broken his unprecedented losing streak on his 21st bid for “Hacksaw Ridge” (2017).
O’Connell shares his new nomination with fellow former winners Richard King,...
- 3/7/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
In a room full of people named Daniel, what will it take to be crowned the ultimate Daniel? In the case of Real Estate, who hosted the album release show for their latest studio album Daniel in Brooklyn, having a single member in the band named Daniel wasn’t necessary. At the show, which was only open to people with some variation of the name — Danny, Danielle, Danimals Yogurt — Real Estate opened and closed their set with their rendition of Elton John’s 1973 single “Daniel.”
The band members weren’t...
The band members weren’t...
- 2/23/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Uwe Boll is turning his lens on Europe’s growing migrant crisis in the forthcoming thriller “Run.”
Set to start shooting in April on the Croatian island of Krk, the film follows a boat carrying migrants from various African countries through the Mediterranean sea to Italy. When the boat loses orientation and goes off course, things turn violent as the migrants blame the smugglers.
After finally making it to shore, the desperate passengers try to evade police and a few manage to get away. The film focuses on the individual storylines of the migrants, locals and tourists through the course of the day as they lead to a violent escalation.
Daniel Sauli, Kristen Renton, Sammy Sheik and Mohammed Qissi (“Kickboxer”) star in the pic, which is still casting.
“Run” is written, produced and directed by Boll, who also worked with Renton and Sauli on his most recent film, the New...
Set to start shooting in April on the Croatian island of Krk, the film follows a boat carrying migrants from various African countries through the Mediterranean sea to Italy. When the boat loses orientation and goes off course, things turn violent as the migrants blame the smugglers.
After finally making it to shore, the desperate passengers try to evade police and a few manage to get away. The film focuses on the individual storylines of the migrants, locals and tourists through the course of the day as they lead to a violent escalation.
Daniel Sauli, Kristen Renton, Sammy Sheik and Mohammed Qissi (“Kickboxer”) star in the pic, which is still casting.
“Run” is written, produced and directed by Boll, who also worked with Renton and Sauli on his most recent film, the New...
- 2/15/2024
- by Ed Meza
- Variety Film + TV
Clockwise from top left: Megan Fox (Getty/Jason Merritt), Hula girl figurine (Getty/Erik Von Weber), Ryan Gosling (Getty/John Phillips), Natalie Portman (Getty/Michael Buckner), Edward Norton (Getty/Jason Merritt)
Losing a job sucks, no matter who you are. And although it’s easy to believe that it would...
Losing a job sucks, no matter who you are. And although it’s easy to believe that it would...
- 2/2/2024
- by Matt Mills
- avclub.com
The idea of found footage as a filmmaking technique stretches back to at least 1961 with the release of Shirley Clarke's relatively obscure drama "The Connection." The found footage style was used to present scripted material as if it were documentary footage, employing a lot of shaky, handheld camera work and extemporaneous-sounding dialogue. The term "found footage" sprung from a common conceit of the style, which often implied that something horrible had happened to the filmmakers that prevented them from assembling and editing their footage. Once their footage was found, it was edited by a third party and presented in the theater.
There were many found footage films from 1961 until 2007, but the release and overwhelming success of Oren Peli's "Paranormal Activity" sparked a years-long wave of the format, with most of its glory-chasers employing horror as their baseline. Late 2000s found footage horror was largely effective, as it often...
There were many found footage films from 1961 until 2007, but the release and overwhelming success of Oren Peli's "Paranormal Activity" sparked a years-long wave of the format, with most of its glory-chasers employing horror as their baseline. Late 2000s found footage horror was largely effective, as it often...
- 1/28/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Los Angeles, Dec 17 (Ians) Jack Axelrod, the actor who played Victor Jerome in ‘General Hospital’ and guest starred in ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and ‘My Name Is Earl’, died aged 93.
Axelrod died November 28 of natural causes, his representative Jennifer Garland told Variety.
Axelrod portrayed Victor Jerome in the soap ‘General Hospital’ for 40 episodes from 1987 to 1989. He was also known for his roles as the Electrolarynx Guy on ‘My Name Is Earl’ and patient Charlie Yost, who was in a semi-comatose state at Seattle Grace, on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’.
He is also known for his work in ‘Dallas’, ‘Hill Street Blues’, ‘Dynasty’, ‘Outlaws’, ‘Night Court’, ‘Knots Landing’, ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’, ‘Alias’, ‘Frasier’, ‘Malcolm in the Middle’, ‘Scrubs’, ‘Star-ving’, ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’, ‘Hot in Cleveland’, ‘Baskets’, ‘Speechless’, ‘Ray Donovan’, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Modern Family’.
Axelrod made his feature film debut in Woody Allen’s 1971 comedy ‘Bananas’.
He worked on ‘Vice’, ‘Road to Redemption...
Axelrod died November 28 of natural causes, his representative Jennifer Garland told Variety.
Axelrod portrayed Victor Jerome in the soap ‘General Hospital’ for 40 episodes from 1987 to 1989. He was also known for his roles as the Electrolarynx Guy on ‘My Name Is Earl’ and patient Charlie Yost, who was in a semi-comatose state at Seattle Grace, on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’.
He is also known for his work in ‘Dallas’, ‘Hill Street Blues’, ‘Dynasty’, ‘Outlaws’, ‘Night Court’, ‘Knots Landing’, ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’, ‘Alias’, ‘Frasier’, ‘Malcolm in the Middle’, ‘Scrubs’, ‘Star-ving’, ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’, ‘Hot in Cleveland’, ‘Baskets’, ‘Speechless’, ‘Ray Donovan’, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Modern Family’.
Axelrod made his feature film debut in Woody Allen’s 1971 comedy ‘Bananas’.
He worked on ‘Vice’, ‘Road to Redemption...
- 12/17/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Jack Axelrod, the actor who played the role of Victor Jerome on General Hospital, has died. He was 93.
Multiple reports indicate that Axelrod died on Nov. 28 of natural causes in Los Angeles.
Axelrod was featured on the ABC soap for 40 episodes between 1987 and 1989. He had previously made guest appearances in Kojak (1977), Hill Street Blues (1984), Dallas (1983), The Judge (1986), Dynasty (1987), Outlaws (1987) and Night Court (1989).
“I had the pleasure of spending a lot of time with him in his last years, as he had no immediate family,” representative Jennifer Garland said in a statement to EW. “We spent much time outdoors, where Jack loved to sketch, read news articles, and recite Shakespearean sonnets.”
Following his stint on General Hospital, Axelrod went on to play Arnie Zimmer on three episodes of Knots Landing between 1989 and 1990. Guest appearances would follow on shows like Murphy Brown (1992), Everybody Loves Raymond (1999), Boys Meets World (1999), Good vs Evil (1999), Jack & Jill...
Multiple reports indicate that Axelrod died on Nov. 28 of natural causes in Los Angeles.
Axelrod was featured on the ABC soap for 40 episodes between 1987 and 1989. He had previously made guest appearances in Kojak (1977), Hill Street Blues (1984), Dallas (1983), The Judge (1986), Dynasty (1987), Outlaws (1987) and Night Court (1989).
“I had the pleasure of spending a lot of time with him in his last years, as he had no immediate family,” representative Jennifer Garland said in a statement to EW. “We spent much time outdoors, where Jack loved to sketch, read news articles, and recite Shakespearean sonnets.”
Following his stint on General Hospital, Axelrod went on to play Arnie Zimmer on three episodes of Knots Landing between 1989 and 1990. Guest appearances would follow on shows like Murphy Brown (1992), Everybody Loves Raymond (1999), Boys Meets World (1999), Good vs Evil (1999), Jack & Jill...
- 12/17/2023
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Jack Axelrod, the actor who played mob boss Victor Jerome on “General Hospital” and guest starred on such series as “Grey’s Anatomy” and “My Name Is Earl,” has died. He was 93.
Axelrod died Nov. 28 of natural causes in L.A., his rep Jennifer Garland told Variety.
Axelrod portrayed Victor Jerome on the ABC soap “General Hospital” for 40 episodes from 1987 to 1989. He was also known for his roles as the Electrolarynx Guy on “My Name Is Earl” and patient Charlie Yost, who was in a semi-comatose state at Seattle Grace, on “Grey’s Anatomy.” Additional television credits include “Dallas,” “Hill Street Blues,” “Dynasty,” “Outlaws,” “Night Court,” “Knots Landing,” “Everybody Loves Raymond,” “Alias,” “Frasier,” “Malcolm in the Middle,” “Scrubs,” “Star-ving,” “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” “Hot in Cleveland,” “Baskets,” “Speechless,” “Ray Donovan,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” and “Modern Family.”
Born in L.A. on Jan. 25, 1930, Axelrod served as a corporal in the U.S. Army, stationed...
Axelrod died Nov. 28 of natural causes in L.A., his rep Jennifer Garland told Variety.
Axelrod portrayed Victor Jerome on the ABC soap “General Hospital” for 40 episodes from 1987 to 1989. He was also known for his roles as the Electrolarynx Guy on “My Name Is Earl” and patient Charlie Yost, who was in a semi-comatose state at Seattle Grace, on “Grey’s Anatomy.” Additional television credits include “Dallas,” “Hill Street Blues,” “Dynasty,” “Outlaws,” “Night Court,” “Knots Landing,” “Everybody Loves Raymond,” “Alias,” “Frasier,” “Malcolm in the Middle,” “Scrubs,” “Star-ving,” “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” “Hot in Cleveland,” “Baskets,” “Speechless,” “Ray Donovan,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” and “Modern Family.”
Born in L.A. on Jan. 25, 1930, Axelrod served as a corporal in the U.S. Army, stationed...
- 12/17/2023
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
In March 2017, Disney’s live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast opened to a monstrous $357 million globally. It marked the seventh-largest domestic debut ever and the top start for a PG title, eventually finding its place on the list of the highest-grossing films of all time with lifetime box office earnings of $1.27 billion.
Leading up to the release, Disney said the movie represented a massive step forward in visual effects — playing up the CG rendering of Dan Stevens’ Beast — through the use of VFX technology called Mova Contour Reality Capture. “When you see Beast onscreen, there is something so human about him,” said Emma Watson, who played Belle, at a press conference in Paris for the film, noting that the patented tech “really captures the subtlety of Dan’s facial expression.” She stressed, “I don’t think the world has seen anything like it before.”
Praise for Beauty’s VFX work didn’t stop there,...
Leading up to the release, Disney said the movie represented a massive step forward in visual effects — playing up the CG rendering of Dan Stevens’ Beast — through the use of VFX technology called Mova Contour Reality Capture. “When you see Beast onscreen, there is something so human about him,” said Emma Watson, who played Belle, at a press conference in Paris for the film, noting that the patented tech “really captures the subtlety of Dan’s facial expression.” She stressed, “I don’t think the world has seen anything like it before.”
Praise for Beauty’s VFX work didn’t stop there,...
- 12/6/2023
- by Winston Cho
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Rideback Rise, the nonprofit content accelerator announced last summer by Rideback producer Dan Lin to help level the playing field for Bipoc creators, has revealed its inaugural cohort.
Six Fellows will each receive a $50,000 grant, while 10 Residents will each receive $10,000 in funding to develop their own film and television projects, which they will own and be free to set up or sell anywhere. The Fellows also have access to an Intellectual Property Fund to help them obtain rights to material as well as a Visuals Fund to help them create high-quality presentations and sizzle reels to pitch their projects. Rise is supported by a growing mix of private and institutional donors, led by the Ford Foundation, MacArthur Foundation and Doris Duke Foundation.
During the yearlong program, Rise seeks to foster a community among the inaugural cohort of Fellows and Rise, encouraging them to learn about and provide feedback on one another’s projects.
Six Fellows will each receive a $50,000 grant, while 10 Residents will each receive $10,000 in funding to develop their own film and television projects, which they will own and be free to set up or sell anywhere. The Fellows also have access to an Intellectual Property Fund to help them obtain rights to material as well as a Visuals Fund to help them create high-quality presentations and sizzle reels to pitch their projects. Rise is supported by a growing mix of private and institutional donors, led by the Ford Foundation, MacArthur Foundation and Doris Duke Foundation.
During the yearlong program, Rise seeks to foster a community among the inaugural cohort of Fellows and Rise, encouraging them to learn about and provide feedback on one another’s projects.
- 12/5/2023
- by Rebecca Sun
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Rideback Rise, the 501c3 non-profit Bipoc content accelerator launched by producer Dan Lin to advance racial equity, has selected its inaugural cohort of 16 writers and filmmakers who will be financially and creatively supported as they seek to develop their own market-ready mainstream TV and film projects.
The cohort revealed Tuesday is composed of six “fellows” who will receive $50,000 grants for the year-long fellowship, and 10 “residents” who each receive $10,000 in funding. Fellows are additionally eligible to access an Intellectual Property Fund to secure underlying rights to material as well as a Visuals Fund to create presentations and reels for their projects.
The Fellows and Residents, selected from more than 400 applicants, will work from Rise’s offices located at Rideback Ranch in Los Angeles’ Historic Filipinotown.
A key feature of the Rise initiative is the collaborative approach that brings Fellows and Residents together to become familiar with each...
The cohort revealed Tuesday is composed of six “fellows” who will receive $50,000 grants for the year-long fellowship, and 10 “residents” who each receive $10,000 in funding. Fellows are additionally eligible to access an Intellectual Property Fund to secure underlying rights to material as well as a Visuals Fund to create presentations and reels for their projects.
The Fellows and Residents, selected from more than 400 applicants, will work from Rise’s offices located at Rideback Ranch in Los Angeles’ Historic Filipinotown.
A key feature of the Rise initiative is the collaborative approach that brings Fellows and Residents together to become familiar with each...
- 12/5/2023
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
About a decade ago, Netflix was sitting pretty, pulling in growing numbers of viewers with TV shows they had licensed from other networks. Some might remember how, in 2013, NBCUniversal licensed the streaming rights for "The Office" to Netflix, allowing it to become a frequently re-watched series for the streaming service. 2013 was when, some might say, early rumblings of what was to become the Streaming Wars began. Companies began keeping their own properties under their own umbrellas, each hoping that it could launch a successful streaming service of its own. Netflix also began making original content, a move that was considered risible at the time.
We all know the hoarding, overspending, and striking that the Streaming Wars ultimately begat, but just prior to the War, streaming seemed like a sustainable model. Studios would license their movies to a third-party streamer, they would earn revenue, and many older shows and movies were advertised as being more available.
We all know the hoarding, overspending, and striking that the Streaming Wars ultimately begat, but just prior to the War, streaming seemed like a sustainable model. Studios would license their movies to a third-party streamer, they would earn revenue, and many older shows and movies were advertised as being more available.
- 11/25/2023
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Stars: Derek Miller, Jase Rivers, Danielle Scott, Lila Lasso, May Kelly | Written by Derek Miller | Directed by Tyler-James
Monsternado is, as far as I can tell, a first, this obvious rip-off of the Sharknado franchise marks the first time somebody has turned the tables and mockbustered The Asylum. And it probably won’t be a surprise that Scott Jeffrey is involved with it.
Matt is wandering around his house muttering about things that shouldn’t be happening for years or decades when he catches a report about waterspouts heading for the East Coast of the US. This really concerns him because it has some connection the the Northern Lights being seen over the Bermuda Triangle, which proves what he’s been saying for the past twenty years.
Oblivious to all of this, human trafficker Clive Delaney is hanging out in a luxury hotel on the coast. He’s also unaware that FBI Agent Pamela,...
Monsternado is, as far as I can tell, a first, this obvious rip-off of the Sharknado franchise marks the first time somebody has turned the tables and mockbustered The Asylum. And it probably won’t be a surprise that Scott Jeffrey is involved with it.
Matt is wandering around his house muttering about things that shouldn’t be happening for years or decades when he catches a report about waterspouts heading for the East Coast of the US. This really concerns him because it has some connection the the Northern Lights being seen over the Bermuda Triangle, which proves what he’s been saying for the past twenty years.
Oblivious to all of this, human trafficker Clive Delaney is hanging out in a luxury hotel on the coast. He’s also unaware that FBI Agent Pamela,...
- 11/15/2023
- by Jim Morazzini
- Nerdly
"Transformers" has been a staple in pop culture for going on 40 years now. From the somewhat humble beginnings as a bunch of transforming toys turned popular cartoon series to eventually becoming a multi-billion-dollar film franchise, Optimus Prime and the gang have come a long way. Speaking of the movies, we now live in a world with seven live-action movies, as well as the animated one from the '80s, with even more on the way. That being the case, it might be a little tough for casual movie lovers to keep track of things. We're here to help.
We're going to go over the correct movie to watch the "Transformers" movies, either for those who simply want to watch them in the order they were released, or those who would prefer to watch them in chronological order. Either way, we've got you covered. We're also going to go over some...
We're going to go over the correct movie to watch the "Transformers" movies, either for those who simply want to watch them in the order they were released, or those who would prefer to watch them in chronological order. Either way, we've got you covered. We're also going to go over some...
- 11/12/2023
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
The “Transformers” franchise returned to theaters in 2023 with “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,” the latest installment in the big-screen, live-action adaptation of the beloved Hasbro toy line. “Rise of the Beasts,” which is the planned start of a new trilogy, is the seventh film in the series. Chronologically, it comes after “Bumblebee,” which was a prequel to the first five films in the series. This means you don’t technically have to watch or rewatch any of the Michael Bay-helmed movies before — but don’t you kind of want to anyway?
In case you forgot, Michael Bay was behind the camera for “Transformers” (2007), “Revenge of the Fallen” (2009), “Dark of the Moon” (2011), “Age of Extinction” (2014), and “The Last Knight” (2017). Travis Knight (“Kubo and the Two Strings”) took over for “Bumblebee” (2018) and Steven Caple Jr. (“Creed II”) stepped in for “Rise of the Beasts” (2023). The latest film in the franchise takes place in the 1990s,...
In case you forgot, Michael Bay was behind the camera for “Transformers” (2007), “Revenge of the Fallen” (2009), “Dark of the Moon” (2011), “Age of Extinction” (2014), and “The Last Knight” (2017). Travis Knight (“Kubo and the Two Strings”) took over for “Bumblebee” (2018) and Steven Caple Jr. (“Creed II”) stepped in for “Rise of the Beasts” (2023). The latest film in the franchise takes place in the 1990s,...
- 10/11/2023
- by Kayti Burt
- The Wrap
Across the "Transformers" franchise, from the 1980s animated series to its seven live-action films, the most recognizable and steady presence is Peter Cullen as the voice of Optimus Prime. For the younger generation, however, the voice of Pete Davidson in "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" is probably even more noticeable. The comedian, best known for his stint on "Saturday Night Live" and his raucous dating life, plays the Autobot spy Mirage in the latest robot-smashing epic, adding to the enduring legacy of bad jokes and cheesy dialogue the series has become known for over the years.
Returning to the franchise for the first time since the third film, 2011's "Transformers: Dark of the Moon," Mirage has the ability to project holograms and transform into a Porsche 964 Carrera. Originally voiced by the late actor Francesco Quinn, the addition of Davidson gave director Steven Caple Jr. ("Creed II") the opportunity to craft...
Returning to the franchise for the first time since the third film, 2011's "Transformers: Dark of the Moon," Mirage has the ability to project holograms and transform into a Porsche 964 Carrera. Originally voiced by the late actor Francesco Quinn, the addition of Davidson gave director Steven Caple Jr. ("Creed II") the opportunity to craft...
- 10/10/2023
- by Drew Tinnin
- Slash Film
Michael Bay was a decade into his film directing career when Steven Spielberg and "Transformers" beckoned. He'd established himself as a maestro of mayhem — or, as we call it now, "Bayhem." He made the $19 million budgeted "Bad Boys" look like a $75 million action extravaganza, and the $75 million budgeted "The Rock" look like one of the most expensive action movies ever made. Had Bay arrived on the scene in the 1980s, he would've been making high-style, ultra-violent shoot-em-ups with Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Unfortunately, at the turn of the millennium, four-quadrant tentpole blockbusters were all the rage, which meant Bay had to stifle his R-rated urges and deliver PG-13 spectacle for maximum worldwide grosses. He delivered with "Armageddon," and, to a lesser degree, the distressingly bloodless "Pearl Harbor," which gave him carte blanche to make one of the most morally reprehensible (yet spectacularly entertaining) studio action movies of all time...
Unfortunately, at the turn of the millennium, four-quadrant tentpole blockbusters were all the rage, which meant Bay had to stifle his R-rated urges and deliver PG-13 spectacle for maximum worldwide grosses. He delivered with "Armageddon," and, to a lesser degree, the distressingly bloodless "Pearl Harbor," which gave him carte blanche to make one of the most morally reprehensible (yet spectacularly entertaining) studio action movies of all time...
- 8/21/2023
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
For years, the live-action "Transformers" movie franchise's box office numbers appeared to have a reverse correlation with Rotten Tomatoes scores: the more scathing reviews a "Transformers" movie got, the more tickets it would sell. This was held up as proof that (depending on your perspective) either snooty film critics are out of touch with modern moviegoers, or modern moviegoers will watch any old trash as long as it's loud and action-heavy and has characters they recognize.
Neither of these conclusions are really fair. Director Michael Bay, for all his faults, does a great explosion and also perfected the art of the 360 spinning hero shot. Sometimes the world needs a loud movie with robots that will entertain kids who aren't really paying attention to the plot. And film critics can love trash just as much as the next person. Even The New Yorker, a publication so snooty that its mascot is...
Neither of these conclusions are really fair. Director Michael Bay, for all his faults, does a great explosion and also perfected the art of the 360 spinning hero shot. Sometimes the world needs a loud movie with robots that will entertain kids who aren't really paying attention to the plot. And film critics can love trash just as much as the next person. Even The New Yorker, a publication so snooty that its mascot is...
- 8/15/2023
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
“Barbie” is the latest film to cross the $1 billion mark at the worldwide box office, a feat accomplished by only 52 other films in history. The oldest film on the list is Steven Spielberg’s “Jurassic Park,” which didn’t crack the $1 billion mark until the film’s 20th anniversary re-release in 2013. The first film to ever crack $1 billion was James Cameron’s Oscar-winning “Titanic,” which still sits at #3 on the list with a whopping $2.2 billion. Cameron, of course, dominates the list with three films in the Top 5 including “Avatar,” still the highest-grossing film ever made.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has more films in the $1 billion club than any other franchise with 10, while Disney has more films on the list than any other studio with 24 thanks to Marvel, Pixar, “Star Wars” and Disney animation and live-action remakes.
Only two “Harry Potter” movies cracked $1 billion – “The Sorcerer’s Stone” and “Deathly Hallows...
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has more films in the $1 billion club than any other franchise with 10, while Disney has more films on the list than any other studio with 24 thanks to Marvel, Pixar, “Star Wars” and Disney animation and live-action remakes.
Only two “Harry Potter” movies cracked $1 billion – “The Sorcerer’s Stone” and “Deathly Hallows...
- 8/6/2023
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
By the time Michael Bay made 2011's "Transformers: Dark of the Moon," the director had become intimately familiar with the mechanics of making the gargantuan film series. It might have taken convincing from executive producer Steven Spielberg, but Bay made the franchise synonymous with his brand of blockbuster. The first two films in the series were massive productions that achieved massive success, at least commercially, and the third one would be even bigger.
Throughout the making of the series, production difficulties were surmounted by Bay in his typically forward-looking, pragmatic manner. According to Super Hero Hype, he had kept the budget down on the 2007 original film by striking an exclusive deal with General Motors for the cars. Shortly after, the 2007-08 Writers Strike had frozen development on the sequel "Revenge of the Fallen," which led to Bay locking the writers in a hotel room to finish the script the minute the strike ended.
Throughout the making of the series, production difficulties were surmounted by Bay in his typically forward-looking, pragmatic manner. According to Super Hero Hype, he had kept the budget down on the 2007 original film by striking an exclusive deal with General Motors for the cars. Shortly after, the 2007-08 Writers Strike had frozen development on the sequel "Revenge of the Fallen," which led to Bay locking the writers in a hotel room to finish the script the minute the strike ended.
- 7/30/2023
- by Anthony Crislip
- Slash Film
In Steven Caple, Jr.'s new film "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts," Anthony Ramos plays a character named Noah who has fallen on financial hard times. In an act of desperation, he agrees to break into a museum to steal a car and sell it to Reek (rapper Tobe Nwigwe), an associate of his in the criminal underground. What Noah doesn't know is that the car he is stealing is, in fact, a robot in disguise. After a chase with the police -- a chase in which the car seems to drive itself and project holographic duplicates into the lanes surrounding it -- the robot transforms into a mechanical humanoid and introduces itself as Mirage. Mirage is a Transformer from the planet Cybertron, and who works as a soldier for the stern robot commander Optimus Prime. Mirage is voiced by Pete Davidson and is the "laidback" and "funny" Transformer, often...
- 7/30/2023
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
It’s Barbie’s world, and we’re all just living in it. Greta Gerwig’s feature film, based on the 60-year-old Mattel toy doll that first made waves in 1959, ruled the box office in its opening weekend, raking in $162 million domestically. The feature film also marked records broken for its co-writer and director Greta Gerwig and its two main stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. The collaboration between Warner Bros., LuckyChap Entertainment, Mattel Films and more also set new bars for the largest non-sequel, non-remake film in July. Overseas, Gerwig’s pink-plastered comedy has made its mark as well.
Combined, “Barbie and “Oppenheimer” (Aka “Barbenheimer”) has grossed more than $511 million worldwide, $235.5 million of which was domestic. Never before in Hollywood movie history have two films opened the same weekend at over $100 million (“Barbie”) and $50 million (“Oppenheimer”).
Have a look below for the individual box office records that “Barbie” has...
Combined, “Barbie and “Oppenheimer” (Aka “Barbenheimer”) has grossed more than $511 million worldwide, $235.5 million of which was domestic. Never before in Hollywood movie history have two films opened the same weekend at over $100 million (“Barbie”) and $50 million (“Oppenheimer”).
Have a look below for the individual box office records that “Barbie” has...
- 7/25/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
“Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” is coming to Paramount+ this week.
The streamer announced the action- and visual effects-packed film will be available to stream on the service beginning Tuesday, July 25 in the United States and Canada. The film’s availability in additional international Paramount+ markets will be announced at a later date.
The seventh installment of the hit Paramount Pictures film franchise opened atop the domestic box office back in June and has grossed over $420 million worldwide.
Returning to the action and spectacle that have captured moviegoers around the world, the film takes audiences on a ‘90s globetrotting adventure with the Autobots and introduces a whole new faction of Transformer – the Maximals – to join them as allies in the existing battle for earth against the Terrorcons.
While “Rise of the Beasts” is the newest Transformers film, it actually takes place before most of its predecessors in terms of storyline.
The streamer announced the action- and visual effects-packed film will be available to stream on the service beginning Tuesday, July 25 in the United States and Canada. The film’s availability in additional international Paramount+ markets will be announced at a later date.
The seventh installment of the hit Paramount Pictures film franchise opened atop the domestic box office back in June and has grossed over $420 million worldwide.
Returning to the action and spectacle that have captured moviegoers around the world, the film takes audiences on a ‘90s globetrotting adventure with the Autobots and introduces a whole new faction of Transformer – the Maximals – to join them as allies in the existing battle for earth against the Terrorcons.
While “Rise of the Beasts” is the newest Transformers film, it actually takes place before most of its predecessors in terms of storyline.
- 7/25/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
Weekend shows market can expand when demand is high.
Barbie’s North American debut has come in significantly higher than weekend estimates, earning a confirmed $162m over Friday to Sunday period to consolidate its status as the highest opening weekend of the year to date.
Oppenheimer too arrived higher than initially reported and opened on $82.4m in 3,610 for the biggest debut by an R-rated film in 2023 so far, ahead of John Wick: Chapter 4’s $73.8m – and the sixth biggest opening weekend of the year to date.
The one-two punch confirmed that the market can expand when there is high...
Barbie’s North American debut has come in significantly higher than weekend estimates, earning a confirmed $162m over Friday to Sunday period to consolidate its status as the highest opening weekend of the year to date.
Oppenheimer too arrived higher than initially reported and opened on $82.4m in 3,610 for the biggest debut by an R-rated film in 2023 so far, ahead of John Wick: Chapter 4’s $73.8m – and the sixth biggest opening weekend of the year to date.
The one-two punch confirmed that the market can expand when there is high...
- 7/24/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
While the Hollywood Studios and WGA and SAG-AFTRA are at a standstill in labor talks –streaming residuals being a big bone of contention– the theatrical side of the business exploded, with Barbenheimer together grossing more than $511M worldwide, $235.5M of that being domestic. Never before in the history of Hollywood movies have two films opened to $100M+ (Barbie) and $50M (Oppenheimer) at the domestic box office.
As of Sunday, Warner Bros.’ Barbie counts a domestic opening of $155M, with $182M abroad, while Universal’s Oppenheimer did $80.5M domestic and another $93.7M abroad.
Comscore this Am says this weekend for all movies stateside came in at $301.6M, making it the fourth time only in the industry where the domestic marketplace for all pics has been greater than $300M. It’s the largest opening since Dec. 17, 2021, when Spider-Man: No Way Home led all pics ($281.8m), and the largest since prior to the pandemic,...
As of Sunday, Warner Bros.’ Barbie counts a domestic opening of $155M, with $182M abroad, while Universal’s Oppenheimer did $80.5M domestic and another $93.7M abroad.
Comscore this Am says this weekend for all movies stateside came in at $301.6M, making it the fourth time only in the industry where the domestic marketplace for all pics has been greater than $300M. It’s the largest opening since Dec. 17, 2021, when Spider-Man: No Way Home led all pics ($281.8m), and the largest since prior to the pandemic,...
- 7/23/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Records tumble as duo dominates North American charts.
The wait was worth it. After a middling summer the twin attack of ‘Barbenheimer’ has revived North American box office with an estimated $235.5m one-two punch.
Warner Bros’ record-breaking Barbie earned a spectacular $155m to become the top launch of the year to date while Universal’s Oppenheimer grossed $80.5m, a mighty debut for a three-hour drama.
This was the first weekend when one film opened on more than $100m and another opened on more than $80m. It is only the industry’s fourth $300m+ weekend, scoring the largest Friday-Sunday session since...
The wait was worth it. After a middling summer the twin attack of ‘Barbenheimer’ has revived North American box office with an estimated $235.5m one-two punch.
Warner Bros’ record-breaking Barbie earned a spectacular $155m to become the top launch of the year to date while Universal’s Oppenheimer grossed $80.5m, a mighty debut for a three-hour drama.
This was the first weekend when one film opened on more than $100m and another opened on more than $80m. It is only the industry’s fourth $300m+ weekend, scoring the largest Friday-Sunday session since...
- 7/23/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Inna Korobkina played the pregnant woman Luda in director Zack Snyder’s 2004 remake of the George A. Romero classic Dawn of the Dead (watch the Snyder version Here) – the character who gave birth to a zombie baby in one of the most popular and disturbing scenes in the film. Nineteen years later, Korobkina has launched a podcast called Rise Up & Fix It, which she hosts with her producing partner Ingrid J. Monday.
Korobkina is described as being “a granola eating, tree hugging mom of two”, while Rise Up & Fix It is said to center on “spirituality, creativity, and female empowerment.” Listeners are invited to join Korobkina and Monday as they “delve into the power of female creativity and modern feminism.”
The first episode of the weekly podcast was released on June 30th. Season 1 of the show is now available on all platforms and features the hosts “sharing stories and lessons from their own creative journeys,...
Korobkina is described as being “a granola eating, tree hugging mom of two”, while Rise Up & Fix It is said to center on “spirituality, creativity, and female empowerment.” Listeners are invited to join Korobkina and Monday as they “delve into the power of female creativity and modern feminism.”
The first episode of the weekly podcast was released on June 30th. Season 1 of the show is now available on all platforms and features the hosts “sharing stories and lessons from their own creative journeys,...
- 7/14/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Those mockbuster makers at The Asylum are at it again. When the first live-action Transformers movie was released back in 2007, The Asylum got in on the giant robot action by releasing a movie called Transmorphers. The Transformers sequel Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen followed in 2009 – so The Asylum responded with the Transmorphers prequel Transmorphers: Fall of Man. Since then, the Transformers franchise has continued to grow. There was Transformers: Dark of the Moon in 2011, Transformers: Age of Extinction in 2014, Transformers: The Last Knight in 2017, and the spin-off prequel Bumblebee in 2018. Another prequel, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, is in theatres right now. And while The Asylum has let several Transformers movies come and go without meeting them with a Transmorphers mockbuster, this year they’re finally reviving the franchise with Transmorphers: Mech Beasts! You can watch the film’s trailer in the embed above.
Transmorphers: Mech Beasts will be joining...
Transmorphers: Mech Beasts will be joining...
- 6/26/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
’Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse’ swinging towards $500m worldwide.
World box office June 16-18 Rank Film (distributor) 3-day (world) Cume (world) 3-day (int’l) Cume (int’l) Territories 1. The Flash (Warner Bros) $130.1m $130.1m $75m $75m 79 2. Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts (Paramount) $57.2m $274.9m $37.2m $174.3m 69 3. Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse (Sony) $55.4m $489.4m $27.6m $209m 61 4. Elemental (Disney) $44.5m $44.5m $15m $15m 18 5. Adipurush (various) $33.2m $33.2m $30.7m $30.7m 16 6. The Little Mermaid (Disney) $26.9m $465.9m $15.3m $212.4m 53 7. Fast X (Universal) $11.3m $676.6m $9.3m $534.2m 85 8. Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (Disney) $7.9m $820.9m $2.9m $476.5m 53 9. The Roundup: No Way Out (various) $6.3m $65.7m $6.3m...
World box office June 16-18 Rank Film (distributor) 3-day (world) Cume (world) 3-day (int’l) Cume (int’l) Territories 1. The Flash (Warner Bros) $130.1m $130.1m $75m $75m 79 2. Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts (Paramount) $57.2m $274.9m $37.2m $174.3m 69 3. Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse (Sony) $55.4m $489.4m $27.6m $209m 61 4. Elemental (Disney) $44.5m $44.5m $15m $15m 18 5. Adipurush (various) $33.2m $33.2m $30.7m $30.7m 16 6. The Little Mermaid (Disney) $26.9m $465.9m $15.3m $212.4m 53 7. Fast X (Universal) $11.3m $676.6m $9.3m $534.2m 85 8. Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (Disney) $7.9m $820.9m $2.9m $476.5m 53 9. The Roundup: No Way Out (various) $6.3m $65.7m $6.3m...
- 6/19/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
’Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse’ swinging towards $500m worldwide.
World box office June 16-18 Rank Film (distributor) 3-day (world) Cume (world) 3-day (int’l) Cume (int’l) Territories 1. The Flash (Warner Bros) $130.1m $130.1m $75m $75m 79 2. Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts (Paramount) $57.2m $274.9m $37.2m $174.3m 69 3. Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse (Sony) $55.4m $489.4m $27.6m $209m 61 4. Elemental (Disney) $44.5m $44.5m $15m $15m 18 5. Adipurush (various) $33.2m $33.2m $30.7m $30.7m 16 6. The Little Mermaid (Disney) $26.9m $465.9m $15.3m $212.4m 53 7. Fast X (Universal) $11.3m $676.6m $9.3m $534.2m 85 8. Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (Disney) $7.9m $820.9m $2.9m $476.5m 53 9. The Roundup: No Way Out (various) $6.3m $65.7m $6.3m...
World box office June 16-18 Rank Film (distributor) 3-day (world) Cume (world) 3-day (int’l) Cume (int’l) Territories 1. The Flash (Warner Bros) $130.1m $130.1m $75m $75m 79 2. Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts (Paramount) $57.2m $274.9m $37.2m $174.3m 69 3. Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse (Sony) $55.4m $489.4m $27.6m $209m 61 4. Elemental (Disney) $44.5m $44.5m $15m $15m 18 5. Adipurush (various) $33.2m $33.2m $30.7m $30.7m 16 6. The Little Mermaid (Disney) $26.9m $465.9m $15.3m $212.4m 53 7. Fast X (Universal) $11.3m $676.6m $9.3m $534.2m 85 8. Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (Disney) $7.9m $820.9m $2.9m $476.5m 53 9. The Roundup: No Way Out (various) $6.3m $65.7m $6.3m...
- 6/19/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
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