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‘The Suicide Squad’ Duo Idris Elba, John Cena to Star in Action Movie ‘Head of State’

‘The Suicide Squad’ Duo Idris Elba, John Cena to Star in Action Movie ‘Head of State’
After working together on The Suicide Squad, Idris Elba and John Cena are poised to re-team for Amazon's action movie Head of State, Collider has confirmed. Deadline reports that Amazon bought the pitch following a Zoom presentation from screenwriter Harrison Query and producers Peter Safran and John Rickard in a deal said to be worth between high-six and low-seven figures for the rising scribe. Max Jacoby will co-produce for The Safran Company, Plot details are being kept under wraps, but sources say Elba and Cena will play a mismatched odd couple in a '90s-style …
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Amazon Studios to produce Head of State starring Idris Elba and John Cena

  • 02 October 2020
  • by Steve Seigh
  • JoBlo
Amazon Studios to produce Head of State starring Idris Elba and John Cena
Amazon Studios has scooped up the rights for Head of State, an upcoming action film project that pairs Idris Elba with John Cena. In what we know so far, both actors are in the final stages of negotiating for a six-figure sum for their participation. Meanwhile, the project's writer, Harrison Query, is eyeing a seven-figure deal for his scripting efforts. According to Deadline, plot…
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Chris Rock Wrote A Script For A Film He Describes As Similar To ‘Bad Lieutenant’

Chris Rock Wrote A Script For A Film He Describes As Similar To ‘Bad Lieutenant’
For many people, Chris Rock might just be known for his iconic stand-up comedy routines. For others, he may be just the guy that shows up from time to time in Adam Sandler films. But in recent years, Rock has been shattering preconceived notions about his abilities and tackling some incredibly interesting work such as the lead in the new season of “Fargo” and as a producer-star of the upcoming “Saw” spinoff horror film, “Spiral.” He’s also a filmmaker in his own right, writing and directing films such as “Head of State,” “I Think I Love My Wife,” and “Top FIve.” And apparently, Rock has a couple more feature scripts he’s finished that will continue to prove his range.

Continue reading Chris Rock Wrote A Script For A Film He Describes As Similar To ‘Bad Lieutenant’ at The Playlist.
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Hulu in November: Here’s Everything Coming and Going

Fall is upon us, and so is Hulu’s list of every title coming and going from the streaming service in November.

Among the list of arriving titles is a new episode of Hulu’s original monthly anthology series, “Into the Dark.” November’s episode is called “Pilgrim,” and claims to be inspired by true events — in which a woman invites a bunch of Pilgrim re-enactors over for Thanksgiving dinner. But things get spooky when the “actors” refuse to break character.

Other new arrivals include Season 5 of “You’re the Worst,” described as a modern look at love, the complete first seasons of “Dollface,” about a young woman re-entering the world of women, “The Accident,” which begins with a deadly explosion at a construction site, and “Love Island: Australia,” an answer to the U.K. and U.S. versions of the beloved reality dating show.

Also Read: Here's Everything New
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Chris Rock to Reboot ‘Saw’ Horror Franchise With Lionsgate, Twisted Pictures

Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures are teaming up with Chris Rock to bring a new “Saw” film to theaters on Oct. 23, 2020, Chairman of Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group Joe Drake announced on Thursday.

Rock will star in the project that he is also executive producing. The film will be produced by longtime “Saw” producers Mark Burg and Oren Koules. Darren Lynn Bousman, who helmed three of the most successful films in the “Saw” franchise, will direct this reimagining. The screenplay is based on a story by Rock and written by Pete Goldfinger and Josh Stolberg. Daniel Heffner and the original creators of “Saw,” James Wan and Leigh Whannell, will also executive produce.

“When Chris Rock came to us and described in chilling detail his fantastic vision that reimagines and spins-off the world of the notorious Jigsaw Killer, we were all-in,” Drake said in a statement. “‘Saw’ is one of the highest
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Chris Rock To Reboot ‘Saw’ Franchise With Lionsgate & Twisted Pictures

Chris Rock To Reboot ‘Saw’ Franchise With Lionsgate & Twisted Pictures
Chris Rock is teaming with Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures for a fresh reimagining on the next Saw movie. The comedy multi-hyphenate has written a story which is being adapted by Pete Goldfinger and Josh Stolberg, and Rock will also executive produce.

Lionsgate has dated the film for an Oct. 23, 2020 release.

“When Chris Rock came to us and described in chilling detail his fantastic vision that reimagines and spins-off the world of the notorious Jigsaw Killer, we were all-in,” said Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group chairman Joe Drake. “Saw is one of the highest grossing horror franchises of all-time and it’s one of Lionsgate’s most successful film series. This upcoming film will still be as mind bending and intense as all the previous Saw films. Chris conceived this idea and it will be completely reverential to the legacy of the material while reinvigorating the brand with his wit, creative
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Chris Rock to Direct Kenan Thompson Comedy Pilot at NBC

Chris Rock to Direct Kenan Thompson Comedy Pilot at NBC
Chris Rock has come onboard to direct the NBC single-cam comedy pilot “Saving Kenan,” Variety has learned.

Rock will also executive produce the pilot, which stars “SNL” mainstay Kenan Thompson. Thompson will play a newly widowed dad determined to be everything for his kids while begrudgingly letting his persistent father-in-law become more involved in their lives

Rock is best known for his work as a stand up comedian and actor, but he has directed multiple projects throughout his career. He previously directed himself in the films “Head of State,” “I Think I Love My Wife, and “Top Five,” all three of which he also wrote or co-wrote. He also directed an episode of the CW series “Everybody Hates Chris,” which he co-created with Ali LeRoi and was based on Rock’s own childhood. Most recently, he directed the comedy special “Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo.” Rock has also
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66 Of Donald Trump’s Pre-Presidential YouTube Videos Have Been Made Private

As YouTubers gain experience and their skills evolve, they often make the early videos private, so that the cringey infancy of their channels is left unseen by viewers. Now, that strategy is so widespread that even the Head of State is doing it. As discovered by CNN, 66 videos hosted by Donald Trump before he became president have been made private.

The videos in question lived on the Trump Organization YouTube channel and were billed as updates “From The Desk Of Donald Trump.” Trump began hosting those vlogs in 2011, back when he was still the guy who harangued President Obama about his birth certificate, and he continued to provide regular updates for years after that. In total, his run of desk-side chats ran for 75 episodes, nine of which are still publicly available.

It’s not hard to imagine why Trump and his handlers might want to hide From The Desk of
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See Oliver Stone Sympathize With Putin, Defend Soft Interview on 'Colbert'

See Oliver Stone Sympathize With Putin, Defend Soft Interview on 'Colbert'
Oliver Stone defended his soft approach interviewing Russian President Vladimir Putin to Stephen Colbert on The Late Show Monday. Stone's new four-part documentary, The Putin Interviews, debuted June 12th and continues through the 15th on Showtime.

Stone interviewed Putin more than a dozen times over two years – an unprecedented amount of access for a Western interviewer. Colbert noted that many have criticized the director for being "too cozy" with the Russian President. Stone insisted he was merely polite and respectful. When Colbert pressed the director on Russia's interference in the
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WWE ask John Cena for Smackdown return, last-minute Raw changes – WrestleTalk News

Oli Davis rounds up the biggest professional wrestling news in his daily WrestleTalk column…

If you told me just a few years ago that the guy from The Apprentice with questionable hair would be the President of the United States, I would reply: “I’m fine, thank you. I don’t want all the drugs in the world that you’ve just taken.”

So it’s probably wise to not count out Rock ‘The Dwayne’ Johnson becoming the new President in 2020.

BetOnline.org have slashed The Dwayne’s Head of State odds to a very tasty 80-to-1, prompting both The Washington Post to write an article on his potential bid, and Oscar-winning documentary maker Michael Moore to glowingly endorse the People’s Champion:

“Run the Rock! Run the Rock! Who do you want for commander in chief? I want the f***ing Rock! It would scare anybody that would hurt us.
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Netflix's The Week Of Reunites Adam Sandler and Chris Rock

Netflix announced today that comedy icons Adam Sandler and Chris Rock will reunite to star in a new Netflix original film set to begin production in Long Island, New York this summer. The Week Of will be directed by veteran Saturday Night Live writer and producer Robert Smigel. The movie covers the week of preparation for a wedding in which Sandler's daughter is marrying Rock's son. Happy Madison Productions' Adam Sandler and Allen Covert will serve as producers and Barry Bernardi and Tim Herlihy will serve as executive producers. Sandler and Smigel co-wrote the script. The film will premiere globally on Netflix in 2018. Here's what Ted Sarandos, Netflix Chief Content Officer, had to say in his statement.

"Adam Sandler and Chris Rock are cornerstones of the Netflix comedy family and we are over the moon about these two legends reuniting to give our members worldwide a healthy dose
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Hawaii Five-0 Season 7 Episode 14 Review: Line in the Sand

It's hard to beat a good standoff for dramatic tension.

Unless you have three groups and a fascinating bit of history like on Hawaii Five-0 Season 7 Episode 14.

It's always better when a series, especially on filmed on location, embraces its surroundings, and that's something Hawaii Five-0 has always done well.

That warm, beautiful scenery never hurts on a cold winter's night.

Anyway, I'd never heard of the Nation of Hawaii and didn't know it had its own sovereign land in the midst of the 50th State.

Thanks to my old friend WIkipedia, I now know that the Nation of Hawaii is the oldest Hawaiian independence organization and its village/cultural center/place of refuge is a fairly recent development, established in 1993.

And its Head of State, Dennis "Bumpy" Kanahele, a descendent of King Kamehamema, can act pretty well. I guess when you're talking from the heart about something you believe,
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Sleepy Hollow Recap: Head-Scratcher

Sleepy Hollow Recap: Head-Scratcher
Need to catch up? Check out our post on the previous Sleepy Hollow.

I’ve got to give it to Sleepy Hollow‘s Diana: Despite all of the revelations heaped upon her this episode, she really keeps her head.

What, on the occasion of the Headless Horseman’s return, you thought I wouldn’t make a noggin pun?

In this week’s installment, Agent Thomas becomes aware of Headless’ existence, Ichabod’s real birthdate and the fact that her daughter has a biblically foretold world of pain ahead of her. Is it any wonder she ends the hour deciding, no thanks,
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Buckingham Palace Is Getting a $460 Million Makeover

Buckingham Palace Is Getting a $460 Million Makeover
Buckingham Palace is about to get a whole lot more palatial.

On Friday, the U.K. government approved a $460 million, 10-year palace renovation plan that is expected to add a multi-billion pound boost to the British economy. The makeover will include restoring water pipes installed after World War II, as well as electrical wiring and the heating systems, so as to prevent fire risks and flood damage.

Watch: Queen Elizabeth Scolds Prince William on Buckingham Palace Balcony

The decade-long overhaul aims to improve visitor access, and will be done in phases so that the palace can remain fully functional.

"Tourists are drawn to this country because of our culture, heritage and royal legacy, and when they visit they spend billions of pounds and support thousands of jobs," Chief Secretary to the Treasury David Gauke said in a statement.

"We must ensure that the special architectural and historic nature of some of our greatest buildings are protected for future
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Chris Rock Will Run for President in 2020

Chris Rock Will Run for President in 2020
The world is still stunned over what many believe is the biggest political upset of all time, when Donald Trump defeated Hillary Clinton to become the President-elect of the United States of America. Barring an impeachment or any other strange turn of events, the American public will have to wait four more years to decide whether or not they want to vote Donald Trump out of office, and it seems that one contender has already announced his candidacy, Chris Rock. The actor-comedian announced just days after Donald Trump's upset that he plans to run for the highest office in the land in 2020. Ironically enough, he actually has more Presidential experience than Donald Trump does, in a manner of speaking.

Chris Rock took to Twitter on Thursday to announce his candidacy with a brief statement, "I'm gonna run in 2020 wish me luck." That message was accompanied with an altered movie
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Chris Rock Announces 2020 White House Run: ‘Wish Me Luck’

Chris Rock Announces 2020 White House Run: ‘Wish Me Luck’
For those who found absolutely nothing funny about Tuesday’s presidential election, Chris Rock has some good news for you. Comedian Rock announced via Twitter that he’s throwing his hat into the ring in the 2020 race for the White House. “I’m gonna run in 2020 wish me luck,” Rock tweeted on Thursday, two days after Gop candidate Donald Trump won the 2016 presidential race to become 45th president of the United States. Also Read: Grubhub Founder Tells Employees Who Agree With Trump to Resign Or maybe he was just announcing a sequel to his 2003 comedy “Head of State,” as the comedian used.
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Match the election candidates to the movie – quiz

Apparently there’s an election happening somewhere at the moment. So what better time to test your knowledge of these campaign themed films.

Mr Smith Goes to Washington

The Best Man

Citizen Kane

Seven Days in May

Swing Vote

Bulworth

Bob Roberts

Election

The Manchurian Candidate

Dr Strangelove

Seven Days in May

Advise & Consent

The Candidate

The Campaign

The Contender

The Conquest

Meet John Doe

State of the Union

All the King's Men

The Great McGinty

Silver City

W.

The Ides of March

The American President

Three Days of the Condor

Taxi Driver

The Parallax View

The Candidate

Our Brand Is Crisis

State of Play

No

The Motorcycle Diaries

The Great McGinty

The Grapes of Wrath

Torchy Runs for Mayor

The Last Hurrah

Man of the Year

Napoleon Dynamite

Wag the Dog

Head of State

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Chris Rock Will Return to Stand-Up With 2 Comedy Specials For Netflix

Netflix, the world's leading Internet TV network, is bringing its members two brand new comedy specials from one of the funniest and most influential comedians of all time: the one and only Chris Rock. Marking the multiple Emmy Award-winning comedian’s return to stand-up after an eight-year absence, Rock will tape two all-new specials that will debut on Netflix around the world. The first show will tape in 2017, following a new world tour being planned now.

Ted Sarandos, Netflix Chief Content Officer said:

"Chris Rock is a beloved actor and director, and his remarkable stand-up makes him comic royalty. There is no one like him, and Netflix offers the global platform and creative freedom that will serve as a perfect home for someone with his incredible talent.”

Rock added:

“I'm very excited to be working with Ted and Lisa and all the good people at Netflix. I can't wait to get back on stage.
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Chris Rock Returns to Stand-Up With Two Upcoming Netflix Specials

After hosting the Oscars earlier this year, Chris Rock is poised to make a stand-up comeback with two brand-new comedy specials on Netflix. It will be Rock’s return to the stand-up stage after an eight-year absence, and sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that the comedian was paid a whopping $40 million for the opportunity. The first show will tape in 2017 and will precede an all-new world tour.

Read More: Chris Rock and J.J. Abrams Talk Directing, Fantasy Casting

“Chris Rock is a beloved actor and director, and his remarkable stand-up makes him comic royalty,” said Ted Sarandos, Netflix Chief Content Officer. “There is no one like him, and Netflix offers the global platform and creative freedom that will serve as a perfect home for someone with his incredible talent.”

The multiple Emmy- and Grammy-winning comic is arguably best known for his acclaimed and revered stand-up specials “Bring the Pain,” “Bigger & Blacker,
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William, Kate and Harry Join the Queen for Her Birthday Street Party

William, Kate and Harry Join the Queen for Her Birthday Street Party
The Queen's biggest birthday party yet is in full effect! One day after London's grand Trooping the Colour in her honor, Queen Elizabeth celebrated her 90th birthday on Sunday with an outdoor party - and 10,000 guests in the road leading from Buckingham Palace on Sunday. (If you haven't yet seen the Lego version, please do so now. We'll wait.) It was the third main event to publicly laud the Queen in as many days, following her "neon at 90" appearance at Trooping on Saturday and a thanksgiving service at St. Paul's Cathedral on Friday. The rain cleared just before the royals appeared.
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