David Corenswet is our new Man of Steel, but before landing the leading role in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman movie, he had auditioned for the role of Adam Warlock in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, at least, that was the rumour.
Responding to a fan on Threads, Gunn confirmed that Corenset did indeed audition for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, but admitted that he doesn’t actually recall it. “I asked him about it and he said he did so I believe him, but I don’t remember it,” Gunn said. The fan also asked if Superman’s flying scenes in the new movie might be similar to Adam Warlock’s flying scenes from Guardians 3. “No, what we’re doing now for flying is much more complex than what was done for [Adam Warlock],” Gunn responded.
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Responding to a fan on Threads, Gunn confirmed that Corenset did indeed audition for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, but admitted that he doesn’t actually recall it. “I asked him about it and he said he did so I believe him, but I don’t remember it,” Gunn said. The fan also asked if Superman’s flying scenes in the new movie might be similar to Adam Warlock’s flying scenes from Guardians 3. “No, what we’re doing now for flying is much more complex than what was done for [Adam Warlock],” Gunn responded.
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- 4/22/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Yesterday, The Wrap had the scoop on who would play Jonathan Kent in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman movie, and now they’ve got the inside story on Martha Kent as well. The outlet reports that Neva Howell has been cast as Martha Kent in Superman, joining Pruitt Taylor-Vince as Jonathan Kent. Together, the pair are the human adoptive parents of Clark Kent.
As with Taylor-Vince as Jonathan Kent, Neva Howell will be the latest in a long line of actors who have played Martha Kent in movies and television, including Phyllis Thaxter in the original Superman movie, Annette O’Toole in Smallville, Eva Marie Saint in Superman Returns, and Diane Lane in Man of Steel. Howell’s credits include Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Long Haul, Logan Lucky, October Sky, and more.
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As with Taylor-Vince as Jonathan Kent, Neva Howell will be the latest in a long line of actors who have played Martha Kent in movies and television, including Phyllis Thaxter in the original Superman movie, Annette O’Toole in Smallville, Eva Marie Saint in Superman Returns, and Diane Lane in Man of Steel. Howell’s credits include Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Long Haul, Logan Lucky, October Sky, and more.
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- 4/17/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
According to The Wrap, Pruitt Taylor-Vince has been cast as Jonathan Kent in James Gunn’s Superman. I can’t say that’s who I expected to play Clark Kent’s adoptive human father in the movie, but I’ve always been a big fan of the actor, who has appeared in everything from The X-Files to Deadwood to The Walking Dead.
Pruitt Taylor-Vince will join the long line of actors who have brought Jonathan Kent to life in movies and television, including Glenn Ford in the original Superman movie, John Schneider in Smallville, Kevin Costner in Man of Steel, and many more. As I mentioned above, Taylor-Vince might not feel like the obvious choice for the role, but he’s a true talent and I hope fans give him a chance.
I was first introduced to Taylor-Vince in The X-Files, but the actor has appeared in a hell of a lot throughout his career,...
Pruitt Taylor-Vince will join the long line of actors who have brought Jonathan Kent to life in movies and television, including Glenn Ford in the original Superman movie, John Schneider in Smallville, Kevin Costner in Man of Steel, and many more. As I mentioned above, Taylor-Vince might not feel like the obvious choice for the role, but he’s a true talent and I hope fans give him a chance.
I was first introduced to Taylor-Vince in The X-Files, but the actor has appeared in a hell of a lot throughout his career,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Mission: Impossible star Tom Cruise has seemingly found a new love after his high-profile breakup with Russian socialite Elsina Khayrova. The latter was reportedly not thrilled with the idea of a marriage proposal that the Hollywood actor offered to her.
Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick
Now, it seems like the heartthrob has easily found a replacement for Khayrova. Insiders claim that Cruise has his eyes on a former co-star.
Tom Cruise Is Reportedly In Love Again
In Touch Weekly revealed that actor Tom Cruise is open to exploring a relationship with Monica Barbaro, which he finds very attractive at the moment. The insider remarked, “Tom thinks she’s stunningly beautiful. He’d like to explore a relationship with her.”
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In fact, Cruise has used his influence in the industry to get Barbaro hired for a project.
Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick
Now, it seems like the heartthrob has easily found a replacement for Khayrova. Insiders claim that Cruise has his eyes on a former co-star.
Tom Cruise Is Reportedly In Love Again
In Touch Weekly revealed that actor Tom Cruise is open to exploring a relationship with Monica Barbaro, which he finds very attractive at the moment. The insider remarked, “Tom thinks she’s stunningly beautiful. He’d like to explore a relationship with her.”
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In fact, Cruise has used his influence in the industry to get Barbaro hired for a project.
- 3/15/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
James Gunn’s Superman movie is now in production, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t a few more cast members to be announced. THR has reported that Wendell Pierce, best known for his work on The Wire, will play Perry White in Superman, the editor-in-chief of The Daily Planet.
We’ve seen a few actors portray Perry White on the big screen, including Jackie Cooper, who played the role in Superman: The Movie, Superman II, Superman III, and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace. Frank Langella took over the role for Superman Returns, with Laurence Fishburne stepping in for Man of Steel and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
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We’ve seen a few actors portray Perry White on the big screen, including Jackie Cooper, who played the role in Superman: The Movie, Superman II, Superman III, and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace. Frank Langella took over the role for Superman Returns, with Laurence Fishburne stepping in for Man of Steel and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
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- 3/1/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
James Gunn took to Instagram to celebrate the first day of principal photograph on Superman: Legacy, except, that’s not what the movie is called anymore. The new title of Superman: Legacy is now simply… Superman.
“Overjoyed to be announcing the start of principal photography on Superman today, February 29, which just so happens to be – coincidentally and unplanned – Superman’s birthday,” Gunn wrote. “When I finished the first draft of the script, I called the film Superman: Legacy. By the time I locked the final draft, it was clear the title was Superman. Making our way to you July 2025.“
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The image which James Gunn posted on Instagram includes a close-up of Superman’s suit covered in snow, which could be our first official look at the new costume. I can’t wait to see more. Warner Bros. really...
“Overjoyed to be announcing the start of principal photography on Superman today, February 29, which just so happens to be – coincidentally and unplanned – Superman’s birthday,” Gunn wrote. “When I finished the first draft of the script, I called the film Superman: Legacy. By the time I locked the final draft, it was clear the title was Superman. Making our way to you July 2025.“
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The image which James Gunn posted on Instagram includes a close-up of Superman’s suit covered in snow, which could be our first official look at the new costume. I can’t wait to see more. Warner Bros. really...
- 2/29/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
It’s likely only a matter of time before Dave Bautista officially joins the Dcu, but who should he play? James Gunn took that very question to fans over on Threads, and there were quite a few interesting responses.
One of the most popular responses suggested that Dave Bautista play Hugo Strange in the Dcu, the scientist and criminal mastermind who was one of Batman’s first recurring villains. Another popular choice was Mongul, the tyrannical ruler of Warworld who can go toe-to-toe with Superman. Other comments suggested that Bautista would be perfect for characters such as Darkseid, Bane, Kilowog, Mr. Freeze, Atrocitus, or even Bibbo Bibbowski.
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Dave Bautista recently told ComicBook.com that he would love to work with James Gunn again, whether it’s in the DC Universe or something else. “I just love James Gunn.
One of the most popular responses suggested that Dave Bautista play Hugo Strange in the Dcu, the scientist and criminal mastermind who was one of Batman’s first recurring villains. Another popular choice was Mongul, the tyrannical ruler of Warworld who can go toe-to-toe with Superman. Other comments suggested that Bautista would be perfect for characters such as Darkseid, Bane, Kilowog, Mr. Freeze, Atrocitus, or even Bibbo Bibbowski.
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Dave Bautista recently told ComicBook.com that he would love to work with James Gunn again, whether it’s in the DC Universe or something else. “I just love James Gunn.
- 2/13/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Paramount+ has yanked a raft of international originals from its service along with several big-ticket acquired series.
Numerous English-language originals disappeared overnight last week, as the U.S. conglom’s strategy shift towards more Hollywood-style content and lower costs played out in real time. Other series that had been tipped for second seasons will not return.
Subscribers were left perplexed as shows vanished, and voiced bewilderment and frustration on X and elsewhere online. The removed shows have been taken off the streaming service in all territories.
Samantha Morton-starrer The Burning Girls and One Night, the Australia-set drama with Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker, have disappeared from the streamer. Likewise, Eleventh Hour Films-produced The Killing Kind, based on the book of the same name, and thriller The Serial Killer’s Wife, have been pulled.
The Doll Factory, the adaptation of the bestselling novel from Marcella producer Buccaneer, has also come down.
Numerous English-language originals disappeared overnight last week, as the U.S. conglom’s strategy shift towards more Hollywood-style content and lower costs played out in real time. Other series that had been tipped for second seasons will not return.
Subscribers were left perplexed as shows vanished, and voiced bewilderment and frustration on X and elsewhere online. The removed shows have been taken off the streaming service in all territories.
Samantha Morton-starrer The Burning Girls and One Night, the Australia-set drama with Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker, have disappeared from the streamer. Likewise, Eleventh Hour Films-produced The Killing Kind, based on the book of the same name, and thriller The Serial Killer’s Wife, have been pulled.
The Doll Factory, the adaptation of the bestselling novel from Marcella producer Buccaneer, has also come down.
- 2/5/2024
- by Stewart Clarke
- Deadline Film + TV
Superman: Legacy is set to kick off production next month, and director James Gunn took to Instagram to announce that John Murphy will be the composer for the upcoming Dcu movie. The pair have worked together quite a bit, as Murphy composed the scores for The Suicide Squad, Peacemaker, The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
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“Happy to announce that my frequent collaborator @johnmurphycomposer is scoring #SupermanLegacy,” Gunn wrote on Instagram. “John was one of the first people I called when I finished the script many months ago as I knew how incredibly important the score was to this production. John has been working tirelessly since, creating hours worth of music that we’ll play on set as we shoot & use in the edit & that will eventually be recorded with a...
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“Happy to announce that my frequent collaborator @johnmurphycomposer is scoring #SupermanLegacy,” Gunn wrote on Instagram. “John was one of the first people I called when I finished the script many months ago as I knew how incredibly important the score was to this production. John has been working tirelessly since, creating hours worth of music that we’ll play on set as we shoot & use in the edit & that will eventually be recorded with a...
- 2/2/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Paramount Global’s streaming service Paramount+ is removing some international original content across its markets and will not debut some planned programming sourced outside the U.S. as part of the entertainment giant’s goal of “managing costs” and “maximizing content with the biggest impact,” including a focus on big U.S. studio franchises and a reduction in local, international originals.
On Wednesday, Paramount+ in foreign markets started removing such international original fare as the film At Midnight, starring Top Gun: Maverick breakout Monica Barbaro, Brazilian series Marcelo, Marmelo, Martelo, and U.K. drama No Escape.
In addition, some international content previously set to debut on the streamer across markets will not launch on it, including German thriller series Turmschatten, Italian series Miss Fallaci, which tells “the true story of one of the most controversial Italian and international journalism icons,” Oriana Fallaci and
German anthology series Zeit Verbrechen, starring Sandra Hüller and Lars Eidinger,...
On Wednesday, Paramount+ in foreign markets started removing such international original fare as the film At Midnight, starring Top Gun: Maverick breakout Monica Barbaro, Brazilian series Marcelo, Marmelo, Martelo, and U.K. drama No Escape.
In addition, some international content previously set to debut on the streamer across markets will not launch on it, including German thriller series Turmschatten, Italian series Miss Fallaci, which tells “the true story of one of the most controversial Italian and international journalism icons,” Oriana Fallaci and
German anthology series Zeit Verbrechen, starring Sandra Hüller and Lars Eidinger,...
- 1/31/2024
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Lindsay Lohan (Mean Girls) and Kristin Chenoweth (Schmigadoon!) have been set to star in Our Little Secret, a new holiday film that Stephen Herek (Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure) is directing for Netflix.
Pic is the second in Lohan’s two-picture creative partnership with the streamer, entered into in March 2022, on the heels of the forthcoming rom-com Irish Wish.
Additional cast set for it includes Ian Harding (Long Slow Exhale), Jon Rudnitsky (At Midnight), Chris Parnell (Senior Year), Tim Meadows (Mean Girls), Dan Bucatinsky (Scandal), Henry Czerny (Scream VI), Katie Baker (The Mosquito Coast), Ash Santos (Mayor of Kingstown), Jake Brennan (Palmer) and Brian Unger (Yellowstone).
Currently in production, the film written by Hailey DeDominicis centers on two resentful exes who are forced to spend Christmas under the same roof after discovering that their current partners are siblings. Mike Elliott and Lisa Gooding are producing, with Joseph P. Genier serving as executive producer.
Pic is the second in Lohan’s two-picture creative partnership with the streamer, entered into in March 2022, on the heels of the forthcoming rom-com Irish Wish.
Additional cast set for it includes Ian Harding (Long Slow Exhale), Jon Rudnitsky (At Midnight), Chris Parnell (Senior Year), Tim Meadows (Mean Girls), Dan Bucatinsky (Scandal), Henry Czerny (Scream VI), Katie Baker (The Mosquito Coast), Ash Santos (Mayor of Kingstown), Jake Brennan (Palmer) and Brian Unger (Yellowstone).
Currently in production, the film written by Hailey DeDominicis centers on two resentful exes who are forced to spend Christmas under the same roof after discovering that their current partners are siblings. Mike Elliott and Lisa Gooding are producing, with Joseph P. Genier serving as executive producer.
- 1/22/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
As much as we loved Henry Cavill’s portrayal of Superman, his take on the character didn’t include much humor, but it doesn’t sound as though that will be the case with Superman: Legacy. While speaking with Entertainment Tonight, Rachel Brosnahan teased that the new Superman played by David Corenswet will “have a sense of humor.“
“I’ve really enjoyed the collaboration with James Gunn so far,” Brosnahan said. “Every single person involved in this production is just such a perfect nerd for Superman. We all grew up watching the movies. Some of us were reading the comics. So I feel like it’s being made with so much love. And I think this Superman will have a sense of humor… We’re excited to both put our own spin on things and honor the material we love so much.” The actress added that her take on Lois Lane will be “feisty,...
“I’ve really enjoyed the collaboration with James Gunn so far,” Brosnahan said. “Every single person involved in this production is just such a perfect nerd for Superman. We all grew up watching the movies. Some of us were reading the comics. So I feel like it’s being made with so much love. And I think this Superman will have a sense of humor… We’re excited to both put our own spin on things and honor the material we love so much.” The actress added that her take on Lois Lane will be “feisty,...
- 1/16/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
According to Deadline, DC Studios are preparing to begin the testing process for the role of Supergirl in the DC Universe. In the mix are Milly Alcock (House of the Dragon), Emilia Jones (Locke & Key), and Meg Donnelly (The Winchesters).
Deadline’s report states that the Supergirl testing will take place sometime in the next month, with James Gunn definitely playing a part in the process. The character is set to take the lead of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, but there’s the chance she could make an appearance in another DC project, which is why the studio wants to sign an actress sooner rather than later. We all know how this process goes, so take this all with a grain of salt; while these actresses could wind up testing for the role, it could easily land in someone else’s lap.
It’s interesting to note that Meg Donnelly...
Deadline’s report states that the Supergirl testing will take place sometime in the next month, with James Gunn definitely playing a part in the process. The character is set to take the lead of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, but there’s the chance she could make an appearance in another DC project, which is why the studio wants to sign an actress sooner rather than later. We all know how this process goes, so take this all with a grain of salt; while these actresses could wind up testing for the role, it could easily land in someone else’s lap.
It’s interesting to note that Meg Donnelly...
- 1/10/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
It was recently revealed that Superman: Legacy would start shooting in March, which left fans wondering whether we might see our first look at the new Superman suit before then.
One fan took to Threads to ask James Gunn, “What’s the likelihood of seeing what the suit looks like before filming in March?” Unfortunately, Gunn had a pretty definite response: “zero-point-zero.” This likely means that Superman: Legacy will start shooting in the studio, which makes it much easier to keep photo leaks under wraps. As we saw with Deadpool 3, the paparazzi shots came fast and furious as soon as the production moved outside, which is why Marvel got ahead of the game by releasing an official look at Deadpool and Wolverine.
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One fan took to Threads to ask James Gunn, “What’s the likelihood of seeing what the suit looks like before filming in March?” Unfortunately, Gunn had a pretty definite response: “zero-point-zero.” This likely means that Superman: Legacy will start shooting in the studio, which makes it much easier to keep photo leaks under wraps. As we saw with Deadpool 3, the paparazzi shots came fast and furious as soon as the production moved outside, which is why Marvel got ahead of the game by releasing an official look at Deadpool and Wolverine.
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- 12/27/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Update: James Gunn is denying THR’s report that Pom Klementieff and Mariam Shor have joined Superman: Legacy. “Despite Pom being one of my favorite actors to work with, this is 100% not true,” Gunn wrote on Threads. “Not only is Pom not in the movie, but no one has ever even discussed her being in the movie, nor do I have any idea what role she would possibly play.” As for Miriam Shor, Gunn said that he’d “like to find a place for Miriam in the Dcu, maybe even in Legacy, but she isn’t presently cast in anything.“
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James Gunn is bringing a few of his pals from Guardians of the Galaxy over for Superman: Legacy as THR reports that Pom Klementieff and Miriam Shor are set to join the cast.
Of course, Pom Klementieff played Mantis in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, first appearing in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2,...
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James Gunn is bringing a few of his pals from Guardians of the Galaxy over for Superman: Legacy as THR reports that Pom Klementieff and Miriam Shor are set to join the cast.
Of course, Pom Klementieff played Mantis in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, first appearing in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2,...
- 12/15/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
It was reported last month that Nicholas Hoult would be playing Lex Luthor in Superman: Legacy, but writer/director James Gunn didn’t initially comment on the casting as he has in the past.
James Gunn has finally broken his silence on Instagram, explaining that he hadn’t said anything until now because Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor deal wasn’t officially finalized until just a few days ago. Time to break out the razor.
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“Yes, finally I can answer, @nicholashoult is Lex Luthor in #SupermanLegacy and I couldn’t be happier,” Gunn wrote on Instagram. “We went out to dinner last night to celebrate and discuss how we can create a Lex that will be different from anything you’ve seen before and will never forget. “But, James, we heard this weeks ago, why didn’t you tell us it was true?...
James Gunn has finally broken his silence on Instagram, explaining that he hadn’t said anything until now because Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor deal wasn’t officially finalized until just a few days ago. Time to break out the razor.
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“Yes, finally I can answer, @nicholashoult is Lex Luthor in #SupermanLegacy and I couldn’t be happier,” Gunn wrote on Instagram. “We went out to dinner last night to celebrate and discuss how we can create a Lex that will be different from anything you’ve seen before and will never forget. “But, James, we heard this weeks ago, why didn’t you tell us it was true?...
- 12/11/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Deadline reports that Sean Gunn will play Maxwell Lord in the new DC Universe. The evil businessman was previously played by Pedro Pascal in Wonder Woman 1984.
It’s not known if Sean Gunn will appear as Maxwell Lord in Superman: Legacy, which will be written and directed by James Gunn, but Deadline has heard that the character will merely be mentioned in the background, setting the stage for a future DC appearance. Maxwell Lord first appeared in Justice League #1 in 1987 and wasn’t originally a villain, but he later became an adversary to the Justice League and to Wonder Woman in particular. Although he initially had no abilities, he later gained the power to telepathically influence the minds of others.
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Sean Gunn has appeared in a number of his brother’s productions,...
It’s not known if Sean Gunn will appear as Maxwell Lord in Superman: Legacy, which will be written and directed by James Gunn, but Deadline has heard that the character will merely be mentioned in the background, setting the stage for a future DC appearance. Maxwell Lord first appeared in Justice League #1 in 1987 and wasn’t originally a villain, but he later became an adversary to the Justice League and to Wonder Woman in particular. Although he initially had no abilities, he later gained the power to telepathically influence the minds of others.
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- 12/8/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
“Exmas” filmmaker Jonah Feingold is directing a new romantic comedy, “31 Candles.”
The independent film will feature the ensemble cast of Jackie Sandler, Dale Moss of “The Bachelorette” fame, comedian Jared Freid, Catherine Cohen (“The Twist…? She’s Gorgeous”), “Abbot Elementary” actor Larry Owens and newcomer Sarah Coffey.
The call sheet also includes Caroline Aaron (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”), Djouliet Amara (“The Big Door Prize” on Apple TV+), Seth Barrish (“Billion”) and Lori Tan Chinn (“Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens”). It recently wrapped in production in New York City.
“31 Candles” is inspired by Feingold’s life and follows a 30-year-old New Yorker named Leo Kadner (Feingold), who has a Bar Mitzvah after running into his former summer camp crush, Eva Shapiro (Coffey). He must navigate situationships, exes, and relatives to complete his Mitzvah project… and maybe even grow up. The coming-of-age film explores tradition, identity, and how far someone will go for a former love.
The independent film will feature the ensemble cast of Jackie Sandler, Dale Moss of “The Bachelorette” fame, comedian Jared Freid, Catherine Cohen (“The Twist…? She’s Gorgeous”), “Abbot Elementary” actor Larry Owens and newcomer Sarah Coffey.
The call sheet also includes Caroline Aaron (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”), Djouliet Amara (“The Big Door Prize” on Apple TV+), Seth Barrish (“Billion”) and Lori Tan Chinn (“Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens”). It recently wrapped in production in New York City.
“31 Candles” is inspired by Feingold’s life and follows a 30-year-old New Yorker named Leo Kadner (Feingold), who has a Bar Mitzvah after running into his former summer camp crush, Eva Shapiro (Coffey). He must navigate situationships, exes, and relatives to complete his Mitzvah project… and maybe even grow up. The coming-of-age film explores tradition, identity, and how far someone will go for a former love.
- 12/4/2023
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Here’s more casting news for Superman: Legacy!
James Gunn’s upcoming film is an important anchor on the proposed restart of the DC film continuity. Gunn and his DC CEO partner Peter Safran have the daunting task of attempting to win over the loyal fans of the Dceu universe who have felt skeptical about the overhauling of the shared universe and mourn the ending of their favorite interpretations of the past few years. Recently, Gunn posted a photo of his production office that showcases a wall full of art from Superman: For All Seasons, and fans got a glimpse of David Corenswet as he works his way to a Superman build in a photo posted by his trainer.
Now, The Hollywood Reporter has revealed that James Gunn found his Jimmy Olsen in Skyler Gisondo, known for his work on HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones. In addition to Gisondo’s casting,...
James Gunn’s upcoming film is an important anchor on the proposed restart of the DC film continuity. Gunn and his DC CEO partner Peter Safran have the daunting task of attempting to win over the loyal fans of the Dceu universe who have felt skeptical about the overhauling of the shared universe and mourn the ending of their favorite interpretations of the past few years. Recently, Gunn posted a photo of his production office that showcases a wall full of art from Superman: For All Seasons, and fans got a glimpse of David Corenswet as he works his way to a Superman build in a photo posted by his trainer.
Now, The Hollywood Reporter has revealed that James Gunn found his Jimmy Olsen in Skyler Gisondo, known for his work on HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones. In addition to Gisondo’s casting,...
- 11/21/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Warner Bros has set Sara Sampaio (At Midnight) for the role of Eve Teschmacher in Superman: Legacy, Deadline can exclusively reveal.
First appearing in Superman and Superman II, the character created by Richard Donner and Mario Puzo is portrayed in the comics as Lex Luthor’s assistant turned love interest and right hand. Sampaio steps into a role previously inhabited by Valerie Perrine in the Christopher Reeve-led Superman flicks, and by Andrea Brooks on The CW’s Supergirl.
Portraying Luthor, as we were first to tell you, is Nicholas Hoult. David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan star as Clark Kent/Superman and Lois Lane, respectively. Also in the ensemble are Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, Anthony Carrigan as Rex Mason/Metamorpho, and María Gabriela de Faría as Angela Spica/The Engineer.
The first title in a revamped DC slate,...
First appearing in Superman and Superman II, the character created by Richard Donner and Mario Puzo is portrayed in the comics as Lex Luthor’s assistant turned love interest and right hand. Sampaio steps into a role previously inhabited by Valerie Perrine in the Christopher Reeve-led Superman flicks, and by Andrea Brooks on The CW’s Supergirl.
Portraying Luthor, as we were first to tell you, is Nicholas Hoult. David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan star as Clark Kent/Superman and Lois Lane, respectively. Also in the ensemble are Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, Anthony Carrigan as Rex Mason/Metamorpho, and María Gabriela de Faría as Angela Spica/The Engineer.
The first title in a revamped DC slate,...
- 11/21/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
EXmas is a delightful holiday rom-com featuring some classic but relatable tropes. While we may not find our ex at our holiday table, most of us have longed for a holiday like the Stroops share.
It features charismatic stars, including Robbie Amell as Grham and Leighton Meester as Ali. Michael Hitchcock and Kathryn Greenwood were hilarious and Graham’s holiday-obsessed parents.
Jonah Feingold loves directing com-coms, and he’s had great success with his two prior films, Dating in New York and At Midnight. We were excited to speak with him about how he directed Amazon Freevee’s EXmas.
Feingold spoke with us during a recent virtual press day about which holiday films inspired him, how he selected the cast, and how essential the family dynamics were to this film.
Check it out below.
Hi Jonah. I’ve heard you love rom-coms. How did you get involved in EXmas? Did...
It features charismatic stars, including Robbie Amell as Grham and Leighton Meester as Ali. Michael Hitchcock and Kathryn Greenwood were hilarious and Graham’s holiday-obsessed parents.
Jonah Feingold loves directing com-coms, and he’s had great success with his two prior films, Dating in New York and At Midnight. We were excited to speak with him about how he directed Amazon Freevee’s EXmas.
Feingold spoke with us during a recent virtual press day about which holiday films inspired him, how he selected the cast, and how essential the family dynamics were to this film.
Check it out below.
Hi Jonah. I’ve heard you love rom-coms. How did you get involved in EXmas? Did...
- 11/16/2023
- by Laura Nowak
- TVfanatic
In one of the first moves for Brillstein Entertainment Partners since being officially acquired by Wasserman last week, the management firm has brought on Josh Glick as its first hire.
Glick is joining the newly energized banner led by co-CEOs Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman from Grandview, where he spent eight years representing marquee talent and literary clients.
Glick represents a slate of talent and brings with him bold-faced names such as Olivia Cooke (House of the Dragon), Noah Jupe (Honey Boy), Hikari (Beef), Diego Boneta (At Midnight), Rupert Friend (Asteroid City) and Common (Silo), among other high-profile clients.
“We are thrilled to have Josh join Brillstein Entertainment Partners,” enthused Pett in a statement. “Everyone who has worked with him knows how passionately he represents his clients. With his long-standing relationships in the industry, he will be a valuable colleague to the rest of our management team.”
His friend and colleagues at Grandview,...
Glick is joining the newly energized banner led by co-CEOs Cynthia Pett and Jon Liebman from Grandview, where he spent eight years representing marquee talent and literary clients.
Glick represents a slate of talent and brings with him bold-faced names such as Olivia Cooke (House of the Dragon), Noah Jupe (Honey Boy), Hikari (Beef), Diego Boneta (At Midnight), Rupert Friend (Asteroid City) and Common (Silo), among other high-profile clients.
“We are thrilled to have Josh join Brillstein Entertainment Partners,” enthused Pett in a statement. “Everyone who has worked with him knows how passionately he represents his clients. With his long-standing relationships in the industry, he will be a valuable colleague to the rest of our management team.”
His friend and colleagues at Grandview,...
- 9/27/2023
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
After a 146-day strike, the WGA has reached a ratified agreement with AMPTP on a new three-year contract, bringing an end to the strikes.
The joint statement was announced on Sunday evening, September 24 to end the standoff that started on May 2 and exceeded the 100-day run of the 2007-08 writers strike.
SAG-AFTRA continues to strike, after launching a twin strike alongside WGA on July 14 due to the ongoing labor dispute with the AMPTP. Notably, this marked the first instance since 1960 where actors and writers have jointly participated in a walkout.
Related: It’s Official: WGA Members Overwhelmingly Ratify New Three-Year Deal With Studios
Throughout his period, writers and their supporters marched to picket lines with creatively-crafted signs, expressing their well-considered opinions about the work stoppage. The protests began in New York City, initially outside the Peacock NewFront Presentation, and later expanded to Los Angeles, encompassing various locations, including the Netflix...
The joint statement was announced on Sunday evening, September 24 to end the standoff that started on May 2 and exceeded the 100-day run of the 2007-08 writers strike.
SAG-AFTRA continues to strike, after launching a twin strike alongside WGA on July 14 due to the ongoing labor dispute with the AMPTP. Notably, this marked the first instance since 1960 where actors and writers have jointly participated in a walkout.
Related: It’s Official: WGA Members Overwhelmingly Ratify New Three-Year Deal With Studios
Throughout his period, writers and their supporters marched to picket lines with creatively-crafted signs, expressing their well-considered opinions about the work stoppage. The protests began in New York City, initially outside the Peacock NewFront Presentation, and later expanded to Los Angeles, encompassing various locations, including the Netflix...
- 9/25/2023
- by Tom Tapp and Robert Lang
- Deadline Film + TV
Paramount+ (née CBS All Access) has recently shot up as one of the streaming services with the most robust and up-to-date libraries full of hits, hidden gems and classics.
Featuring some of the best Paramount movies, and beloved TV shows from CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and more, Paramount+ is the home of hit film franchises like “Scream” and “Mission: Impossible,” TV hits including “Star Trek” and Taylor Sheridan shows including “The Tulsa King” and “Yellowstone” spinoffs “1883” and “1923”.
Paramount’s movie list is particularly robust, so whether you’re wondering what’s new on Paramount+ or looking for the overall best movies you’ll find streaming there right now, we’ve got you covered with the best movies on Paramount+ to watch right now. And for your streaming convenience, we’ve linked the titles directly so you can skip the scrolling and get to watching.
“Scream” Movies (1996-2022) Paramount...
Featuring some of the best Paramount movies, and beloved TV shows from CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and more, Paramount+ is the home of hit film franchises like “Scream” and “Mission: Impossible,” TV hits including “Star Trek” and Taylor Sheridan shows including “The Tulsa King” and “Yellowstone” spinoffs “1883” and “1923”.
Paramount’s movie list is particularly robust, so whether you’re wondering what’s new on Paramount+ or looking for the overall best movies you’ll find streaming there right now, we’ve got you covered with the best movies on Paramount+ to watch right now. And for your streaming convenience, we’ve linked the titles directly so you can skip the scrolling and get to watching.
“Scream” Movies (1996-2022) Paramount...
- 8/18/2023
- by Haleigh Foutch
- The Wrap
Internationally produced Paramount+ original content is set to travel to the U.S. and beyond, going global on the company’s streaming service, Paramount Global said Monday. The move arrives as Hollywood giants are reshuffling fall and winter premiere plans amid the double strike of actors and writers that has halted production for weeks this summer.
Unveiling worldwide premiere dates for key originals from outside the U.S., Paramount+ said that British drama The Gold will become available across all of its international markets Sept. 14 and in the U.S. on Sept. 17; globally acclaimed Korean crime-thriller Bargain will debut globally Oct. 5; and the second season of the Spanish-language series Los Enviados will land on Paramount+ globally by the end of this year, following the success of the first season as the service’s best-performing Spanish-language scripted series in the U.S. to date, the company said.
Other international series going...
Unveiling worldwide premiere dates for key originals from outside the U.S., Paramount+ said that British drama The Gold will become available across all of its international markets Sept. 14 and in the U.S. on Sept. 17; globally acclaimed Korean crime-thriller Bargain will debut globally Oct. 5; and the second season of the Spanish-language series Los Enviados will land on Paramount+ globally by the end of this year, following the success of the first season as the service’s best-performing Spanish-language scripted series in the U.S. to date, the company said.
Other international series going...
- 8/7/2023
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In the latest TV ratings, ABC’s American Idol dominated Sunday in the demo, while CBS’ 60 Minutes easily clocked in with the night’s biggest audience.
ABC | The Time 100 special (with 2.5 million viewers and a 0.4 rating) drew a markedly smaller audience than your typical Afv. Idol (5.1 mil/0.6, read recap) dipped week-to-week, while “bubble” drama The Company You Keep (2.2 mil/0.3) ticked up in the demo ahead of next Sunday’s finale.
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ABC | The Time 100 special (with 2.5 million viewers and a 0.4 rating) drew a markedly smaller audience than your typical Afv. Idol (5.1 mil/0.6, read recap) dipped week-to-week, while “bubble” drama The Company You Keep (2.2 mil/0.3) ticked up in the demo ahead of next Sunday’s finale.
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- 5/1/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
YouTube is adding options for advertisers on its growing Shorts platform.
At its annual NewFronts presentation for media buyers Monday, the digital video giant said it is opening up real estate for ads within video reach campaigns, which benefit from AI tools. Since last fall, ads have been available via video action and app campaigns, which are different categories.
Kristen O’Hara, VP, Agency and Brand Solutions for Google, took the stage at YouTube’s New York headquarters along the Hudson River to deliver the news. Later, in an interview with Deadline, she said the Shorts effort has thus far been a “measured approach,” and said viewers wouldn’t notice a change in terms of volume or frequency of ads.
“When people are scrolling through their Shorts feed, they really are in discovery mode,” she said. “So in addition to being able to discover new creators and new artists, they’re...
At its annual NewFronts presentation for media buyers Monday, the digital video giant said it is opening up real estate for ads within video reach campaigns, which benefit from AI tools. Since last fall, ads have been available via video action and app campaigns, which are different categories.
Kristen O’Hara, VP, Agency and Brand Solutions for Google, took the stage at YouTube’s New York headquarters along the Hudson River to deliver the news. Later, in an interview with Deadline, she said the Shorts effort has thus far been a “measured approach,” and said viewers wouldn’t notice a change in terms of volume or frequency of ads.
“When people are scrolling through their Shorts feed, they really are in discovery mode,” she said. “So in addition to being able to discover new creators and new artists, they’re...
- 5/1/2023
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Joey Soloway, the Emmy winner best known for creating, producing, directing and writing the groundbreaking Amazon series Transparent, has signed with Range Media Partners for management.
Inspired by the 2011 coming out of Soloway’s parent, Transparent charts the lives and personal journeys of the members of a Los Angeles family after they learn that their parent is a trans woman. The show was one of the first powerhouse originals to emerge out of Amazon, premiering to universal acclaim and going on to run for five seasons between 2014 and 2019. It in 2015 became Amazon Studios‘ first series to win major awards, as well as the first show produced by a streaming service to win a Golden Globe for Best Series, also over the course of time claiming eight Emmys from 24 nominations, another Globe, three Critics’ Choice Awards, a Peabody, four GLAAD Media Awards and numerous other accolades. Soloway personally collected two Emmys for directing,...
Inspired by the 2011 coming out of Soloway’s parent, Transparent charts the lives and personal journeys of the members of a Los Angeles family after they learn that their parent is a trans woman. The show was one of the first powerhouse originals to emerge out of Amazon, premiering to universal acclaim and going on to run for five seasons between 2014 and 2019. It in 2015 became Amazon Studios‘ first series to win major awards, as well as the first show produced by a streaming service to win a Golden Globe for Best Series, also over the course of time claiming eight Emmys from 24 nominations, another Globe, three Critics’ Choice Awards, a Peabody, four GLAAD Media Awards and numerous other accolades. Soloway personally collected two Emmys for directing,...
- 4/13/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Range Media Partners has signed actor Jack Kesy, who recently set the internet ablaze with his lead casting in Millennium Media’s Hellboy reboot, The Crooked Man.
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The film to be directed by Crank‘s Brian Taylor, which is currently gearing up for production, will have Kesy take on the demonic comic book character previously inhabited by Ron Perlman and David Harbour. Pic sees Hellboy stranded in 1950s rural Appalachia with a rookie Bprd agent. The pair there discover a small community haunted by witches, led by a local devil with a troubling connection to Hellboy’s past: the Crooked Man.
Kesy’s past film credits include the Lionsgate action-thriller Dark Web: Cicada 3301,...
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The film to be directed by Crank‘s Brian Taylor, which is currently gearing up for production, will have Kesy take on the demonic comic book character previously inhabited by Ron Perlman and David Harbour. Pic sees Hellboy stranded in 1950s rural Appalachia with a rookie Bprd agent. The pair there discover a small community haunted by witches, led by a local devil with a troubling connection to Hellboy’s past: the Crooked Man.
Kesy’s past film credits include the Lionsgate action-thriller Dark Web: Cicada 3301,...
- 3/16/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Accused Episode 7 is all about a comedian, but her story is no laughing matter. “Brenda’s Story,” directed by Julie Herbert and written by Sonay Hoffman, follows “an acerbic female stand-up comic.” When Brenda gets assaulted by one of her peers, she turns to her platform to “try the case in the court of public opinion,” per the synopsis. Check out the star-studded cast of Accused Episode 7 below as you watch Brenda’s story unfold on Fox tonight.
Baron Vaughn as Chad and Whitney Cummings as Brenda in ‘Accused’ Episode 7 | Steve Wilkie/Fox Whitney Cummings as Brenda
Taking on the lead role of Brenda is stand-up comedian Whitney Cummings. As Cummings told People, her character reaches a point of desperation as she finds that few people support her when she accuses another comedian of sexual assault.
“[Brenda] … is trying so hard to make it that she gets in a dangerous situation and is assaulted,...
Baron Vaughn as Chad and Whitney Cummings as Brenda in ‘Accused’ Episode 7 | Steve Wilkie/Fox Whitney Cummings as Brenda
Taking on the lead role of Brenda is stand-up comedian Whitney Cummings. As Cummings told People, her character reaches a point of desperation as she finds that few people support her when she accuses another comedian of sexual assault.
“[Brenda] … is trying so hard to make it that she gets in a dangerous situation and is assaulted,...
- 3/8/2023
- by Elise Nelson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Exclusive: Range Media Partners has signed social media star Monet McMichael, one of the newest faces exploding on TikTok with beauty, fashion and lifestyle content.
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McMichael boasts 2.9M followers and over 134M likes on TikTok, with a total social reach of 3.6M across that platform and others like Instagram and YouTube. The 23-year-old New Jersey native initially intended to become a registered nurse, having graduated with her nursing degree from Rutgers University in May 2022. She made the decision to pursue social media full time following the rise in popularity of videos like those in her “Get Ready With Me” series, which has her talking to followers about relatable life situations,...
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McMichael boasts 2.9M followers and over 134M likes on TikTok, with a total social reach of 3.6M across that platform and others like Instagram and YouTube. The 23-year-old New Jersey native initially intended to become a registered nurse, having graduated with her nursing degree from Rutgers University in May 2022. She made the decision to pursue social media full time following the rise in popularity of videos like those in her “Get Ready With Me” series, which has her talking to followers about relatable life situations,...
- 3/7/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Range Media Partners on Friday announced its signing of Giovanni M. Porta, a writer and producer whose first produced project, At Midnight, premiered on Paramount+ in February.
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The Mexican rom-com directed by Jonah Feingold tells the story of two people who do their best not to fall in love. Pic centers on hotel manager Alejandro (Diego Boneta), who lives a predictable life according to plan, and Sophie (Monica Barbaro), a beautiful rising movie star with an unreliable celebrity boyfriend. During a visit to Mexico’s beach to shoot scenes for her new movie, Super Society, Sophie meets and becomes enamored with Alejandro. Neither of them will be able to...
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The Mexican rom-com directed by Jonah Feingold tells the story of two people who do their best not to fall in love. Pic centers on hotel manager Alejandro (Diego Boneta), who lives a predictable life according to plan, and Sophie (Monica Barbaro), a beautiful rising movie star with an unreliable celebrity boyfriend. During a visit to Mexico’s beach to shoot scenes for her new movie, Super Society, Sophie meets and becomes enamored with Alejandro. Neither of them will be able to...
- 3/6/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Cazzie David (The Umbrella Academy), Jon Rudnitsky (SNL), Karan Soni (Deadpool franchise), Oliver Cooper (Red Oaks), Taylor Hill (Babylon) and Jason Alexander (Seinfeld) will lead the heist comedy Stealing Pulp Fiction, marking the feature debut of writer-director Danny Turkiewicz, which has wrapped production in Los Angeles.
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Billed as a love letter to the classic Quentin Tarantino pic and the history of cinema as a whole, the film is based on Turkiewicz’ short of the same name, which he wrote and directed at the height of the Covid pandemic in 2020. It follows friends Jonathan (Rudnitsky), Elizabeth (David) and...
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Billed as a love letter to the classic Quentin Tarantino pic and the history of cinema as a whole, the film is based on Turkiewicz’ short of the same name, which he wrote and directed at the height of the Covid pandemic in 2020. It follows friends Jonathan (Rudnitsky), Elizabeth (David) and...
- 3/2/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Stars: Diego Boneta, Monica Barbaro, Casey Thomas Brown, Catherine Cohen, Fernando Carsa | Written by Giovanni Porta, Jonah Feingold, María Hinojos | Directed by Jonah Feingold
Sophie Wilder is in Mexico City filming Super Society 3 and hopes to get her own spinoff. While shooting, she catches her boyfriend and co-star, Adam, cheating on her with a crew member. As Sophie struggles to figure out how she can move forward, she meets Alejandro, a junior manager at a hotel used for the production. A deep friendship develops between Sophie and Alejandro as they try to figure out how things can develop in their limited time together.
Who doesn’t enjoy a good, well-made rom-com? Sadly, that’s not what Jonah Feingold’s At Midnight is. At times it seems like it desperately wishes to be a more modern retelling of Richard Linklater’s Before trilogy while also being a millennial-centred comedy about two unexpected people,...
Sophie Wilder is in Mexico City filming Super Society 3 and hopes to get her own spinoff. While shooting, she catches her boyfriend and co-star, Adam, cheating on her with a crew member. As Sophie struggles to figure out how she can move forward, she meets Alejandro, a junior manager at a hotel used for the production. A deep friendship develops between Sophie and Alejandro as they try to figure out how things can develop in their limited time together.
Who doesn’t enjoy a good, well-made rom-com? Sadly, that’s not what Jonah Feingold’s At Midnight is. At times it seems like it desperately wishes to be a more modern retelling of Richard Linklater’s Before trilogy while also being a millennial-centred comedy about two unexpected people,...
- 2/15/2023
- by Caillou Pettis
- Nerdly
The rom-com as we know (and love) it is dead. Stop trying to resurrect it with half-brained zombie mash-ups, and let’s usher in the next post (post-post?) modern era.
In the decade-plus since “(500) Days of Summer” seemed to revolutionize the rom-com by subverting trope after trope, the glimmer of hope for the genre in postmodern Hollywood has only dwindled in the years since. And what years they’ve been! Now, the nostalgic hallmarks of romantic comedies didn’t feel so quaint. Instead, rom-com lovers looked for new entries, re-watched old ones, and even teased possible sequels — 20 years later.
But as the modern rom-com greats of recent days past have reminded us, the glory days of Nancy Meyers, Nora Ephron, and perfectly balanced rom-coms are far behind us. It’s a whole other generation now, one that may or may not recognize the former classics.
So, why do contemporary films keep blatantly referencing them?...
In the decade-plus since “(500) Days of Summer” seemed to revolutionize the rom-com by subverting trope after trope, the glimmer of hope for the genre in postmodern Hollywood has only dwindled in the years since. And what years they’ve been! Now, the nostalgic hallmarks of romantic comedies didn’t feel so quaint. Instead, rom-com lovers looked for new entries, re-watched old ones, and even teased possible sequels — 20 years later.
But as the modern rom-com greats of recent days past have reminded us, the glory days of Nancy Meyers, Nora Ephron, and perfectly balanced rom-coms are far behind us. It’s a whole other generation now, one that may or may not recognize the former classics.
So, why do contemporary films keep blatantly referencing them?...
- 2/14/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Well, with all projects that soar high, one inevitably crashes back down to Earth.
“Top Gun: Maverick” breakout star Monica Barbaro quietly leads the Paramount+ rom-com “At Midnight,” an updated take on “Notting Hill” with a dash of “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” framework. Unfortunately, with the film premiering February 10, audiences would be better off watching star-studded (and better filmed) Super Bowl ads on loop for 105 minutes.
Barbaro plays Sophie Wilder, a rising actress who leads a superhero franchise with her boyfriend of five years, Adam Clark (Anders Holm, who has made a career out of playing shitty boyfriends). When Sophie catches Adam kissing someone else in his trailer, she immediately dumps him and questions how she is going to finish the latest “Super Society” superhero installment. Production moves to Mexico, where Sophie and her posse including best friend Rachel and publicist Chris (Casey Thomas Brown) try to figure out how to...
“Top Gun: Maverick” breakout star Monica Barbaro quietly leads the Paramount+ rom-com “At Midnight,” an updated take on “Notting Hill” with a dash of “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” framework. Unfortunately, with the film premiering February 10, audiences would be better off watching star-studded (and better filmed) Super Bowl ads on loop for 105 minutes.
Barbaro plays Sophie Wilder, a rising actress who leads a superhero franchise with her boyfriend of five years, Adam Clark (Anders Holm, who has made a career out of playing shitty boyfriends). When Sophie catches Adam kissing someone else in his trailer, she immediately dumps him and questions how she is going to finish the latest “Super Society” superhero installment. Production moves to Mexico, where Sophie and her posse including best friend Rachel and publicist Chris (Casey Thomas Brown) try to figure out how to...
- 2/10/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
During the mythical Golden Age of Hollywood, the romantic-comedy genre could be relied upon as a consistently entertaining, star-studded, and profitable performer at the box office, year in and year out. We've fallen quite a long way in the years since despite some recent breakthrough hits like "Crazy Rich Asians" or last year's double-whammy of "The Lost City" and "Ticket to Paradise." Instead of studios going out of their way to court genuine movie stars and put their charisma and charm on display for moviegoing audiences to enjoy vicariously, we've ended up in a place where those once-ubiquitous theatrical features instead struggle to justify their existence ... if they even make it to theaters at all.
That brings us to "At Midnight." On the surface, it has all the makings of a much-needed throwback date night at the movies, in the vein of "Roman Holiday" before it (which gets a shout-out...
That brings us to "At Midnight." On the surface, it has all the makings of a much-needed throwback date night at the movies, in the vein of "Roman Holiday" before it (which gets a shout-out...
- 2/10/2023
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
Writer-director Jonah Feingold’s “At Midnight” sadly isn’t so much concerned with reinvention as it is with following a formula set by its cinematic forbearers. This spin on “Notting Hill” and “Roman Holiday” (the latter is channeled and referenced throughout) shows a silver screen superstar and a hotel employee falling in love and giving their lives the push they need to achieve their dreams. Although it’s tempting not to mess with perfection, innovation through tweaks to the narrative and characters would’ve changed this Paramount Plus feature from expected to extraordinary.
Sophie (Monica Barbaro) is used to saving the world on screen, starring in a blockbuster superhero franchise. Ironically, she can’t manage to save herself in real life, and gets little recognition from anyone but her beloved, beleaguered manager Chris (Casey Thomas Brown) and her sassy, unemployed best friend Rachel (Catherine Cohen). Adam (Anders Holm), Sophie’s...
Sophie (Monica Barbaro) is used to saving the world on screen, starring in a blockbuster superhero franchise. Ironically, she can’t manage to save herself in real life, and gets little recognition from anyone but her beloved, beleaguered manager Chris (Casey Thomas Brown) and her sassy, unemployed best friend Rachel (Catherine Cohen). Adam (Anders Holm), Sophie’s...
- 2/10/2023
- by Courtney Howard
- Variety Film + TV
Love is in the air at Paramount+ this Valentine’s Day season as the streamer prepares to debut its new rom-com At Midnight starring Top Gun: Maverick‘s Monica Barbaro and Diego Boneta. Ahead of the movie’s Friday, February 10 debut, Barbaro and Boneta sat down with TV Insider’s Damian Holbrook at the Winter 2023 Television Critics Association Press Tour to discuss the film. At Midnight tells the story of an actress who following a breakup with her costar begins shooting a new movie in Mexico. There, she meets an ambitious hotel manager with whom she connects and they begin meeting up at midnight. (Credit: Camila Jurado/Paramount + © 2022 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved) Of course, when it comes to building a rom-com, chemistry is key. The only challenge? Chemistry reads were a little tough to collaborate on when casting the film amid the Covid pandemic. “No, we’d never met,...
- 2/9/2023
- TV Insider
At Midnight Director Jonah Feingold Brings A Fairytale Vibe To His New Rom-Com [Exclusive Interview]
In the upcoming Paramount+ film "At Midnight," Monica Barbaro ("Top Gun: Maverick") plays Sophie, an actor starring in a superhero film with her boyfriend and fellow actor, Adam. When she finds him cheating on her with a crew member, she has to stay quiet about it because of her career. While in Mexico shooting the end of their movie, she meets ambitious junior hotel manager Alejandro, and finds herself continually meeting up with him at midnight.
"At Midnight" has a fairytale feel to it, complete with animated opening credits and camera work that pays homage to classic rom-coms of the past. I recently spoke to director Jonah Feingold ("Dating & New York") about his take on the film's style, Martin Scorsese's comments about superhero films, whether there was a plan to have Boneta (who has a musical background) sing, and what films inspired his work on "At Midnight."
Note:...
"At Midnight" has a fairytale feel to it, complete with animated opening credits and camera work that pays homage to classic rom-coms of the past. I recently spoke to director Jonah Feingold ("Dating & New York") about his take on the film's style, Martin Scorsese's comments about superhero films, whether there was a plan to have Boneta (who has a musical background) sing, and what films inspired his work on "At Midnight."
Note:...
- 2/9/2023
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
The meet-cute in “Top Gun: Maverick” alum Monica Barbaro’s new romantic comedy “At Midnight” isn’t exactly smooth. Diego Boneta’s character Alejandro, a hotel manager, does a sweep of Barbaro’s character Sophie’s room before she arrives and sees that there are no towels. So Alejandro runs off to get some, but accidentally walks in on a fully naked Sophie who’s just taken a shower.
“I kept having to slam this door back to stop him from coming in and I had the biggest bruises on my back and my butt for like the majority of our filming process that they then had to keep covering up when I was wearing bikinis and crop tops and things,” Barbaro told TheWrap. “I didn’t realize it was a stunt, I guess. I just kept slamming the door out of sheer terror of [Diego] probably actually seeing me naked,...
“I kept having to slam this door back to stop him from coming in and I had the biggest bruises on my back and my butt for like the majority of our filming process that they then had to keep covering up when I was wearing bikinis and crop tops and things,” Barbaro told TheWrap. “I didn’t realize it was a stunt, I guess. I just kept slamming the door out of sheer terror of [Diego] probably actually seeing me naked,...
- 2/8/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Filmmaker Jonah Feingold has always been charmed by the idea of happily ever after. But as a hardened New Yorker, born and raised in Manhattan, he’s not naive enough to believe that’s always the way a love story ends.
In his first film, the modern romantic comedy “Dating and New York,” which follows two commitment-phobic millennials, he let audiences fall for the central couple (played by Jaboukie Young-White and Francesca Reale) for 90 minutes before breaking them up in the final seconds of the story. After the movie, which premiered at Tribeca Film Festival in 2021, was released by IFC Films to the world, he recalls getting a few angry emails about the ending.
“I don’t think, in a modern New York dating world, they would end up together,” Feingold, 32, says over coffee at Manhattan’s Marlton Hotel. “I was just trying to be honest.”
Feingold is revisiting the...
In his first film, the modern romantic comedy “Dating and New York,” which follows two commitment-phobic millennials, he let audiences fall for the central couple (played by Jaboukie Young-White and Francesca Reale) for 90 minutes before breaking them up in the final seconds of the story. After the movie, which premiered at Tribeca Film Festival in 2021, was released by IFC Films to the world, he recalls getting a few angry emails about the ending.
“I don’t think, in a modern New York dating world, they would end up together,” Feingold, 32, says over coffee at Manhattan’s Marlton Hotel. “I was just trying to be honest.”
Feingold is revisiting the...
- 2/8/2023
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Paramount+ is getting in a romantic mood with its forthcoming rom-com film At Midnight, which is set to arrive just before Valentine’s Day on Friday, February 10. In an exclusive first look at the film, viewers get a sneak peek at the connection between ambitious hotel manager Alejandro (Diego Boneta) and movie star Sophie (Monica Barbaro). While he’s focused on opening his own boutique hotel, she’s trying to focus on shooting her superhero film, but when she catches her co-star and boyfriend Adam (Anders Holm) cheating, things get complicated. (Credit: Camila Jurado/Paramount + © 2022 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved) What’s uncomplicated though? Alejandro and Sophie’s draw to the dance floor in the clip, above. In the sequence, the pair sit at a table observing some live music, and a voice-over from Sophie reveals her inner monologue. “Ask me to dance, you fool,” she pleads from inside her head.
- 2/7/2023
- TV Insider
"At Midnight" is a new rom-com, directed by Jonah Feingold , streaming February 10, 2023 on Paramount +:
"...the new film follows 'Alejandro' (Diego Boneta) an ambitious hotel manager and 'Sophie' (Monica Barbaro), a movie star navigating the politics of Hollywood. He’s focused on opening his own boutique hotel. She’s trying to focus on shooting her new superhero film in hopes of getting her own spinoff, but catches her co-star 'Adam' (Anders Holm) cheating.
"Fate strikes when the shoot brings them all to Alejandro’s hotel in Mexico. Despite their radically different lives, Alejandro and Sophie begin to secretly meet At Midnight..."
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"...the new film follows 'Alejandro' (Diego Boneta) an ambitious hotel manager and 'Sophie' (Monica Barbaro), a movie star navigating the politics of Hollywood. He’s focused on opening his own boutique hotel. She’s trying to focus on shooting her new superhero film in hopes of getting her own spinoff, but catches her co-star 'Adam' (Anders Holm) cheating.
"Fate strikes when the shoot brings them all to Alejandro’s hotel in Mexico. Despite their radically different lives, Alejandro and Sophie begin to secretly meet At Midnight..."
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- 1/31/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Exclusive: Range Media Partners has signed rising star Monica Barbaro, who is currently starring as Lt. Natasha ‘Phoenix’ Trace in Paramount’s massive hit sequel, Top Gun: Maverick. The follow-up to the original 1985 film has received rave reviews and a coveted A+ Cinemascore since debuting at Cinemacon and following a robust global rollout including premieres in Cannes, San Diego, London, Mexico and Japan. The film smashed Memorial Day opening records with 156m domestic and a WW cume currently over 300m.
She will next be in a leading role opposite Diego Boneta in Paramount Plus’ romantic comedy, At Midnight, which will serve as the banner title of the streamer’s Latin American originals production. She is also currently in production as the lead of Netflix and Skydance’s global spy adventure series opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger, where the duo will play father and daughter.
Most recently, Barbaro appeared in Ricky D’Ambrose’s The Cathedral,...
She will next be in a leading role opposite Diego Boneta in Paramount Plus’ romantic comedy, At Midnight, which will serve as the banner title of the streamer’s Latin American originals production. She is also currently in production as the lead of Netflix and Skydance’s global spy adventure series opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger, where the duo will play father and daughter.
Most recently, Barbaro appeared in Ricky D’Ambrose’s The Cathedral,...
- 6/1/2022
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Gaumont’s previous drama hits include Lupin, Narcos, Barbarian and Stillwater.
Paramount+, the global streaming service of Paramount Global, have struck a drama slate partnership with Gaumont, France’s historic film and TV company which has made its mark on the global high-end series scene with shows like Lupin, Narcos, Barbarian and Stillwater.
Under the deal, Gaumont will produce several originals in association with Paramount’s international studio, Vis, as part of Paramount+’s plan to greenlight 50 new international scripted originals in 2022.
“This long-term partnership with the storied and esteemed production company Gaumont is another example of our commitment to...
Paramount+, the global streaming service of Paramount Global, have struck a drama slate partnership with Gaumont, France’s historic film and TV company which has made its mark on the global high-end series scene with shows like Lupin, Narcos, Barbarian and Stillwater.
Under the deal, Gaumont will produce several originals in association with Paramount’s international studio, Vis, as part of Paramount+’s plan to greenlight 50 new international scripted originals in 2022.
“This long-term partnership with the storied and esteemed production company Gaumont is another example of our commitment to...
- 3/24/2022
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- ScreenDaily
Arriving in theaters this Friday is the rocking horror comedy Studio 666, which features the Foo Fighters playing “themselves” as they contend with the effects of being stuck inside a haunted house as they try to record their tenth studio album. At the helm of the project is director Bj McDonnell, who is no stranger to the worlds of horror or rock, as he’s helmed projects such as Hatchet III and directed killer music videos from Slayer to boot.
During a recent press day for the film, Daily Dead had the opportunity to speak with McDonnell about his involvement with Studio 666 and how he aimed to celebrate the timeless art of practical effects and the tradition of movies centered around specific bands as well with this film. McDonnell also discussed embracing the collaborative process on the project with everyone involved, his experiences directing Dave Grohl and the rest of the Foo Fighters,...
During a recent press day for the film, Daily Dead had the opportunity to speak with McDonnell about his involvement with Studio 666 and how he aimed to celebrate the timeless art of practical effects and the tradition of movies centered around specific bands as well with this film. McDonnell also discussed embracing the collaborative process on the project with everyone involved, his experiences directing Dave Grohl and the rest of the Foo Fighters,...
- 2/24/2022
- by Heather Wixson
- DailyDead
Exclusive: Manolo Cardona and his brother Juancho’s production company 11:11 Films & TV has signed a first-look deal with Vis, a division of ViacomCBS. The agreement will encompass creating and developing content including series, films, and special-format programs for a global audience.
“We are excited to continue adding the best talent to our studio’s roster, to create quality content across the globe,” said Federico Cuervo, Senior Vice President of Vis Americas. “Manolo Cardona brings unique insights with his experience both in front and behind the camera as a successful actor and talented producer and we are thrilled to be working with him.”
Added Manolo, “We are extremely excited to work with ViacomCBS. Our vision is to develop compelling content to entertain audiences around the world and we feel this will be the perfect partnership.”
Manolo is a notable actor and producer known for his work in Narcos, Who Killed Sara?...
“We are excited to continue adding the best talent to our studio’s roster, to create quality content across the globe,” said Federico Cuervo, Senior Vice President of Vis Americas. “Manolo Cardona brings unique insights with his experience both in front and behind the camera as a successful actor and talented producer and we are thrilled to be working with him.”
Added Manolo, “We are extremely excited to work with ViacomCBS. Our vision is to develop compelling content to entertain audiences around the world and we feel this will be the perfect partnership.”
Manolo is a notable actor and producer known for his work in Narcos, Who Killed Sara?...
- 11/10/2021
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Welcome to this week’s “Just for Variety.”
Juno Temple didn’t have to travel far to attend Neiman Marcus’ recent holiday campaign launch on the Paramount lot — she’s been there shooting “The Offer,” Paramount Plus’ limited series about the making of “The Godfather.” “I literally had a freakout that was very vocal,” the Emmy-nominated “Ted Lasso” star recalls of her first time driving through the Paramount gates on Melrose Avenue. “This is one of the most glamorous and historic studios. And then I’m walking onto sets that are re-creating ‘The Godfather’ sets. I was like, ‘What is happening?’” While we may know some of the film’s backstory, Temple, who plays producer Al Ruddy’s assistant Bettye McCartt, teases that more will be revealed: “It got dangerous. Scary shit went down.”
The movie also has a message, Temple says. “I think what will come out is, ‘Fight...
Juno Temple didn’t have to travel far to attend Neiman Marcus’ recent holiday campaign launch on the Paramount lot — she’s been there shooting “The Offer,” Paramount Plus’ limited series about the making of “The Godfather.” “I literally had a freakout that was very vocal,” the Emmy-nominated “Ted Lasso” star recalls of her first time driving through the Paramount gates on Melrose Avenue. “This is one of the most glamorous and historic studios. And then I’m walking onto sets that are re-creating ‘The Godfather’ sets. I was like, ‘What is happening?’” While we may know some of the film’s backstory, Temple, who plays producer Al Ruddy’s assistant Bettye McCartt, teases that more will be revealed: “It got dangerous. Scary shit went down.”
The movie also has a message, Temple says. “I think what will come out is, ‘Fight...
- 11/3/2021
- by Marc Malkin
- Variety Film + TV
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