
Djimon Hounsou is one of Hollywood’s most talented actors—though you might not always see him in the spotlight. You’ve probably heard his epic voice in animated shows or caught him in blockbuster films, but his career has way more to offer than just big hits.
Born in Benin, Hounsou moved to France as a kid and started as a model before hitting the big screen. From epic historical films to zipping around in superhero suits, he’s done it all!
Djimon Hounsou (Credits: Instagram/@djimonhounsou)
This guy can play everything—from kings to cosmic badasses—and still look effortlessly cool doing it! Let’s check out seven of Djimon Hounsou’s most underrated roles that prove he’s a total legend. His career is full of hidden gems that deserve more love! Haven’t seen them yet? You’re seriously missing out!
7. Amistad (1997) Djimon Hounsou in Amistad...
Born in Benin, Hounsou moved to France as a kid and started as a model before hitting the big screen. From epic historical films to zipping around in superhero suits, he’s done it all!
Djimon Hounsou (Credits: Instagram/@djimonhounsou)
This guy can play everything—from kings to cosmic badasses—and still look effortlessly cool doing it! Let’s check out seven of Djimon Hounsou’s most underrated roles that prove he’s a total legend. His career is full of hidden gems that deserve more love! Haven’t seen them yet? You’re seriously missing out!
7. Amistad (1997) Djimon Hounsou in Amistad...
- 1/31/2025
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire

It was a very quiet weekend at the box office as January 2025 is getting off to a mighty slow start. The entire first half of 2024 was pretty brutal, but at least January had hits like "The Beekeeper" and "Mean Girls" to help carry the load. No such breakouts have emerged yet this year, but hey, something has to top the charts even when we're looking at the ticket sales equivalent of tumbleweeds. Director Mel Gibson's new thriller "Flight Risk" was that film this past weekend, taking the crown with an estimated $12 million haul. With that, Gibson now has his first number one hit in nearly 20 years.
Any weekend in which a movie manages to take the top spot with $12 million is pretty rough, which we should state right up front. Setting that aside, Lionsgate gets to claim it has the number one movie in the country, albeit for a brief time.
Any weekend in which a movie manages to take the top spot with $12 million is pretty rough, which we should state right up front. Setting that aside, Lionsgate gets to claim it has the number one movie in the country, albeit for a brief time.
- 1/27/2025
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film

Despite two decades in the film industry, two Academy Award nominations, and multiple roles in blockbuster movies like Blood Diamond and Gladiator, Djimon Hounsou has revealed he is still fighting for fair compensation in Hollywood.
Speaking recently on CNN’s African Voices Changemakers, the 60-year-old actor shared the harsh realities of being a black actor in the film industry. “I am still struggling to make a living,” Hounsou said. “After 30 years… maybe the first 10 years were about trying to establish myself. But I’ve been in this business making films for over two decades, and yet, I’m still underpaid.”
Hounsou, who received Oscar nominations for In America (2003) and Blood Diamond (2006), noted that despite his accolades and experience, he often encounters lowball offers for his work. “I still have to prove why I need to get paid,” he explained. “They always come at me with: ‘We only have this much for the role,...
Speaking recently on CNN’s African Voices Changemakers, the 60-year-old actor shared the harsh realities of being a black actor in the film industry. “I am still struggling to make a living,” Hounsou said. “After 30 years… maybe the first 10 years were about trying to establish myself. But I’ve been in this business making films for over two decades, and yet, I’m still underpaid.”
Hounsou, who received Oscar nominations for In America (2003) and Blood Diamond (2006), noted that despite his accolades and experience, he often encounters lowball offers for his work. “I still have to prove why I need to get paid,” he explained. “They always come at me with: ‘We only have this much for the role,...
- 1/21/2025
- by Tami Roemer
- Uinterview


Djimon Hounsou is pulling the curtain back on an injustice in the film industry. After 30 years of entertaining audiences on screens big and small, Hounsou told CNN‘s Larry Madowo he’s “struggling financially,” despite featuring in tentpole films and receiving two Oscar nominations. Commenting on African representation in cinema, Hounsou says, “Yes, quite a bit has changed,” but not enough to keep him from worrying about his future’s stability.
“When I came out with Amistad, I was nominated for a Golden Globe, but they ignored me for the Oscars, talking about the fact that they thought that I had just came off the boat and off the streets where Steven Spielberg used me for this film,” Hounsou told Madowo. “After 30 years, let’s say maybe the first 10 years was really trying to acclimate myself to the industry,” he said. “I’ve been in this business and making films now over two decades,...
“When I came out with Amistad, I was nominated for a Golden Globe, but they ignored me for the Oscars, talking about the fact that they thought that I had just came off the boat and off the streets where Steven Spielberg used me for this film,” Hounsou told Madowo. “After 30 years, let’s say maybe the first 10 years was really trying to acclimate myself to the industry,” he said. “I’ve been in this business and making films now over two decades,...
- 1/15/2025
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com

Bollywood Mascot: Despite being one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors, Djimon Hounsou has revealed that he continues to face financial struggles. The actor, known for his powerful performances in films like Amistad, Gladiator, and Blood Diamond, recently shared his story, highlighting the challenges of navigating an often unforgiving industry.
A Respected Career in Hollywood
Hounsou’s acting journey has been nothing short of remarkable. With two Academy Award nominations and a string of critically acclaimed performances, he has built a reputation for his talent and dedication. However, his financial situation paints a stark contrast to his accolades.
“I’ve been in this industry for decades, and while I’ve received recognition for my work, the financial side hasn’t reflected that,” Hounsou shared in a candid interview. “It’s not always as glamorous as it seems.”
The Harsh Realities of Hollywood
Hounsou’s story is not unique in Hollywood,...
A Respected Career in Hollywood
Hounsou’s acting journey has been nothing short of remarkable. With two Academy Award nominations and a string of critically acclaimed performances, he has built a reputation for his talent and dedication. However, his financial situation paints a stark contrast to his accolades.
“I’ve been in this industry for decades, and while I’ve received recognition for my work, the financial side hasn’t reflected that,” Hounsou shared in a candid interview. “It’s not always as glamorous as it seems.”
The Harsh Realities of Hollywood
Hounsou’s story is not unique in Hollywood,...
- 1/14/2025
- by Gaurav Prabhakar
- Bollywood Mascot


Djimon Hounsou is opening up about how he’s still struggling financially after being nominated for several awards and spending 30 years in the industry.
The actor recently sat down with Larry Madowo in an interview with CNN, where the journalist asked Hounsou if African representation has changed since he first started his career. Hounsou replied, “Yes, quite a bit has changed.”
He added: “When I came out with Amistad, I was nominated for a Golden Globe, but they ignored me for the Oscars, talking about the fact that they thought that I had just came off the boat and off the streets where Steven Spielberg used me for this film.”
Hounsou noted that while he was in a successful film, he didn’t feel like he was “an actor for whom we should pay any respect to.”
“This conceptual idea of diversity and all that, it still has a long way to go.
The actor recently sat down with Larry Madowo in an interview with CNN, where the journalist asked Hounsou if African representation has changed since he first started his career. Hounsou replied, “Yes, quite a bit has changed.”
He added: “When I came out with Amistad, I was nominated for a Golden Globe, but they ignored me for the Oscars, talking about the fact that they thought that I had just came off the boat and off the streets where Steven Spielberg used me for this film.”
Hounsou noted that while he was in a successful film, he didn’t feel like he was “an actor for whom we should pay any respect to.”
“This conceptual idea of diversity and all that, it still has a long way to go.
- 1/13/2025
- by Lexi Carson
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News

Djimon Hounsou is one of the most prolific actors working in Hollywood today. In the comic book movie realm alone, he's starred in Constantine, Guardians of the Galaxy, Aquaman, Captain Marvel, Shazam!, Black Adam, and Shazam! Fury of the Gods.
He also received "Best Supporting Actor" Oscar nominations for his roles in Blood Diamond and In America. Despite finding that level of success, the actor recently looked back on his career in an interview with CNN and revealed he's "struggling financially to make a living."
"I am still struggling trying to make a living," Hounsou admitted. "After 30 years...maybe the first 10 years was trying to acclimate myself to the industry, to establish myself. But I’ve been in this business making films now for over two decades and with two Oscar nominations and been in many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially to make a living. I’m definitely underpaid.
He also received "Best Supporting Actor" Oscar nominations for his roles in Blood Diamond and In America. Despite finding that level of success, the actor recently looked back on his career in an interview with CNN and revealed he's "struggling financially to make a living."
"I am still struggling trying to make a living," Hounsou admitted. "After 30 years...maybe the first 10 years was trying to acclimate myself to the industry, to establish myself. But I’ve been in this business making films now for over two decades and with two Oscar nominations and been in many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially to make a living. I’m definitely underpaid.
- 1/12/2025
- ComicBookMovie.com

Djimon Hounsou said in a recent interview with CNN that he continues to struggle as a working actor in Hollywood despite several roles in studio blockbusters under his belt and two Oscar nominations to his name. The actor noted that his continued struggles in Hollywood points to the “systemic racism” that prevails in the film industry.
“I am still struggling trying to make a living,” Hounsou said. “After 30 years…maybe the first 10 years was trying to acclimate myself to the industry, to establish myself. But I’ve been in this business making films now for over two decades and with two Oscar nominations and been in many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially to make a living. I’m definitely underpaid.”
“That’s a sign for you that systemic racism is not something you can deal with lightly,” he added. “It’s so deeply inserted in so...
“I am still struggling trying to make a living,” Hounsou said. “After 30 years…maybe the first 10 years was trying to acclimate myself to the industry, to establish myself. But I’ve been in this business making films now for over two decades and with two Oscar nominations and been in many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially to make a living. I’m definitely underpaid.”
“That’s a sign for you that systemic racism is not something you can deal with lightly,” he added. “It’s so deeply inserted in so...
- 1/12/2025
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV


Famous actor Djimon Hounsou has talked about his money problems, even though he has had a successful job for over twenty years. In a recent interview with CNN’s African Voices Changemakers, the Beninese-American actor, who is renowned for his significant parts in hit and critically acclaimed films, discussed his life.
“I’m still struggling to make a living,” Hounsou said, pointing out that he is fighting for fair pay as an actor and has shown that he is good at what he does. “I’ve been in this business for over twenty years, received two Oscar nominations, and starred in many big films, but I still have money problems.” “I’m not paid enough.”
Hounsou has had notable performances in films like Gladiator, Amistad, and Blood Diamond, where he starred alongside Leonardo DiCaprio. Despite Blood Diamond and In America’s nominations for Academy Awards, he said there was a...
“I’m still struggling to make a living,” Hounsou said, pointing out that he is fighting for fair pay as an actor and has shown that he is good at what he does. “I’ve been in this business for over twenty years, received two Oscar nominations, and starred in many big films, but I still have money problems.” “I’m not paid enough.”
Hounsou has had notable performances in films like Gladiator, Amistad, and Blood Diamond, where he starred alongside Leonardo DiCaprio. Despite Blood Diamond and In America’s nominations for Academy Awards, he said there was a...
- 1/12/2025
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely

Djimon Hounsou is a Beninese-American actor born on April 24, 1964. He started his career in music videos before debuting in the film ‘Without You I’m Nothing’ (1990). He gained fame for his role as Cinqué in Steven Spielberg’s ‘Amistad’ (1997), earning a Golden Globe nomination. He was also nominated for Academy Awards for his roles in In ‘America’ (2002) and ‘Blood Diamond’ (2006).
Hounsou has appeared in major franchises, playing Korath in Marvel’s ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and ‘Captain Marvel,’ and the wizard Shazam in several DC movies, including ‘Shazam!’ and ‘Black Adam.’ Despite this impressive filmography, in his recent interview with CNN Hounsou revealed that he is still struggling financially.
“I’m still struggling to make a living,” Djimon Hounsou shared. “I’ve been in this business making films now for over two decades with two Oscar nominations, been in many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially. I’m definitely underpaid.
Hounsou has appeared in major franchises, playing Korath in Marvel’s ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and ‘Captain Marvel,’ and the wizard Shazam in several DC movies, including ‘Shazam!’ and ‘Black Adam.’ Despite this impressive filmography, in his recent interview with CNN Hounsou revealed that he is still struggling financially.
“I’m still struggling to make a living,” Djimon Hounsou shared. “I’ve been in this business making films now for over two decades with two Oscar nominations, been in many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially. I’m definitely underpaid.
- 1/12/2025
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics

Two-time Oscar nominee Djimon Hounsou revealed he still struggles to “make a living” in Hollywood despite receiving critical acclaim and awards attention for films big and small.
In a recent interview on CNN’s African Voices Changemakers, the Beninese-born actor — whose most-known performances include Ridley Scott’s Gladiator, Steven Spielberg’s Amistad, Blood Diamond opposite Jennifer Connelly and Leonardo DiCaprio and In America (the latter two which nabbed him the Academy Award nods) — said he is often lowballed when it comes to financial compensation for his work.
“I’m still struggling to make a living,” he said. “I’ve been in this business making films now for over two decades with two Oscar nominations, been in many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially. I’m definitely underpaid.”
Reflecting on his breakthrough in 1997’s Amistad, in which he played slave rebellion leader Cinqué, Hounsou alleged he was passed...
In a recent interview on CNN’s African Voices Changemakers, the Beninese-born actor — whose most-known performances include Ridley Scott’s Gladiator, Steven Spielberg’s Amistad, Blood Diamond opposite Jennifer Connelly and Leonardo DiCaprio and In America (the latter two which nabbed him the Academy Award nods) — said he is often lowballed when it comes to financial compensation for his work.
“I’m still struggling to make a living,” he said. “I’ve been in this business making films now for over two decades with two Oscar nominations, been in many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially. I’m definitely underpaid.”
Reflecting on his breakthrough in 1997’s Amistad, in which he played slave rebellion leader Cinqué, Hounsou alleged he was passed...
- 1/12/2025
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- Deadline Film + TV

Was Leonardo DiCaprio glad that he didn’t win an Oscar early on? (Photo Credit – Prime Video)
Yes, you read it right. “I really didn’t want to win because just the fact you have such an expectation on you at that time, people almost want you to be perfect in everything you do,” DiCaprio alluded in a 2016 interview with Time Out. “If you’re not, then it’s almost like, ‘Ok, get him out of here; he was lucky once, and now we’re done with him.”
He had a point. Winning young could’ve boxed him in. Instead, it pushed Leonardo DiCaprio to evolve with each role, avoiding typecasting. Fast forward to 2016, after Inception, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Blood Diamond, and he finally grabbed that Oscar for The Revenant—his fourth nomination, and he was ready.
“By the time I won, I was ready for it,...
Yes, you read it right. “I really didn’t want to win because just the fact you have such an expectation on you at that time, people almost want you to be perfect in everything you do,” DiCaprio alluded in a 2016 interview with Time Out. “If you’re not, then it’s almost like, ‘Ok, get him out of here; he was lucky once, and now we’re done with him.”
He had a point. Winning young could’ve boxed him in. Instead, it pushed Leonardo DiCaprio to evolve with each role, avoiding typecasting. Fast forward to 2016, after Inception, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Blood Diamond, and he finally grabbed that Oscar for The Revenant—his fourth nomination, and he was ready.
“By the time I won, I was ready for it,...
- 1/11/2025
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi

Despite being some of the biggest movie stars on the planet, Denzel Washington and Bruce Willis only collaborated once in the late 90s, with their film being the center of a major controversy. The Siege was the first and only film the two did together, with each having massive hits both before and after they finally appeared in a movie together. Their films have endured for decades, and will continue to do so.
Denzel Washington has a particularly strong filmography in the '90s, with Malcolm X, Philadelphia, He Got Game, and Much Ado About Nothing. Bruce Willis was considered one of the best action stars of all time in that decade, starring in films like the Die Hard franchise, The Fifth Element, and Armageddon. When they finally collaborated on The Siege, it failed to live up to the lofty heights of the two star's other films, with the most...
Denzel Washington has a particularly strong filmography in the '90s, with Malcolm X, Philadelphia, He Got Game, and Much Ado About Nothing. Bruce Willis was considered one of the best action stars of all time in that decade, starring in films like the Die Hard franchise, The Fifth Element, and Armageddon. When they finally collaborated on The Siege, it failed to live up to the lofty heights of the two star's other films, with the most...
- 12/25/2024
- by Brandon Howard
- ScreenRant

Did Leonardo DiCaprio earn big from Inception? (Photo Credit – Facebook)
Yes, Tom earned the kind of paycheck that turned heads. DiCaprio managed to snag at least $50 million from the hit Christopher Nolan flick. That was just from box office earnings. Add DVD and TV sales into the mix, and Leo’s haul could be much, much bigger.
Back in 2010, Inception was a wild gamble. Nolan’s twisty, dream-heist concept wasn’t exactly a blockbuster sure-shot back then. Warner Bros. was banking $160 million on a film that had zero sequels, zero remakes, and zero cartoon mascots. It was risky—but DiCaprio took a bet on Nolan’s genius and signed a deal that would make him a first-dollar gross player. In simpler terms, he earned money straight off ticket sales, way before studio expenses were even covered. That’s a deal most stars don’t get these days. But DiCaprio was...
Yes, Tom earned the kind of paycheck that turned heads. DiCaprio managed to snag at least $50 million from the hit Christopher Nolan flick. That was just from box office earnings. Add DVD and TV sales into the mix, and Leo’s haul could be much, much bigger.
Back in 2010, Inception was a wild gamble. Nolan’s twisty, dream-heist concept wasn’t exactly a blockbuster sure-shot back then. Warner Bros. was banking $160 million on a film that had zero sequels, zero remakes, and zero cartoon mascots. It was risky—but DiCaprio took a bet on Nolan’s genius and signed a deal that would make him a first-dollar gross player. In simpler terms, he earned money straight off ticket sales, way before studio expenses were even covered. That’s a deal most stars don’t get these days. But DiCaprio was...
- 12/10/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi

Brad Pitt's best movies feature him in a variety of interesting roles, from the chaotic Tyler Durden in Fight Club to the Nazi-killing soldier Aldo Raine in Inglourious Basterds. However, one of his most beautifully tragic portrayals comes in the form of Tristan Ludlow, the lead character in the 1994 Western epic, Legends of the Fall. Based on Jim Harrison's 1979 novella of the same name, the film follows Tristan as he and his brothers, Alfred (Aidan Quinn) and Samuel (Henry Thomas) enlist in World War I. The film explores the domino effect this decision has on Tristan's life.
Legends of the Fall is a drama film directed by Edward Zwick, starring Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, and Aidan Quinn. Set in the early 20th century, the movie follows the lives of the Ludlow family, focusing on the complex relationships between three brothers and their father against the backdrop of dramatic historical events.
Legends of the Fall is a drama film directed by Edward Zwick, starring Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, and Aidan Quinn. Set in the early 20th century, the movie follows the lives of the Ludlow family, focusing on the complex relationships between three brothers and their father against the backdrop of dramatic historical events.
- 12/1/2024
- by Nick Bythrow
- ScreenRant


Welcome to Oscar Experts Typing, a weekly column in which Gold Derby editors and experts Joyce Eng and Christopher Rosen discuss the Oscar race — via Slack, of course. This week’s topic: Best Supporting Actor, where a top five has firmed up.
Christopher Rosen: Hello, Joyce! It’s Black Friday and while the rest of the world recovers from Thanksgiving dinner by scouring online shopping deals, we’re dutifully typing about the Best Supporting Actor race. It’s not even Dec. 1, but I’m ready to call this one the 2024 version of last year’s Best Supporting Actress race. As you remember, that field was dominated by Da’Vine Joy Randolph once critics groups and industry bodies started giving out statuettes, and not even the presence of two-time Oscar winner Jodie Foster turning in one of her best and most enjoyable performances in years could stop the Randolph train from hitting the Oscar stage.
Christopher Rosen: Hello, Joyce! It’s Black Friday and while the rest of the world recovers from Thanksgiving dinner by scouring online shopping deals, we’re dutifully typing about the Best Supporting Actor race. It’s not even Dec. 1, but I’m ready to call this one the 2024 version of last year’s Best Supporting Actress race. As you remember, that field was dominated by Da’Vine Joy Randolph once critics groups and industry bodies started giving out statuettes, and not even the presence of two-time Oscar winner Jodie Foster turning in one of her best and most enjoyable performances in years could stop the Randolph train from hitting the Oscar stage.
- 11/29/2024
- by Joyce Eng and Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby


Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio celebrates his 50th birthday on Nov. 11. Tour our photo gallery above ranking the youthful superstar’s 18 best movie roles.
Throughout his career, he has made it his business to work with the most acclaimed filmmakers of the modern era. The star, whose first real breakout role came on the ABC sitcom “Growing Pains,” has worked with Martin Scorsese no less than six times with the latest in 2023 being “Killers of the Flower Moon.”.
SEEMartin Scorsese movies: All 26 Oscar-nominated actors and actresses
He’s done double-duty with Quentin Tarantino, and made blockbuster films with Best Director winners James Cameron, Clint Eastwood, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, and Steven Spielberg, and nominees Ridley Scott and Adam McKay.
Beginning with 1993’s “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape,” for which he received his first Academy Award nomination at age 19, DiCaprio has earned eight total nominations from the Oscars: seven as an actor — including most...
Throughout his career, he has made it his business to work with the most acclaimed filmmakers of the modern era. The star, whose first real breakout role came on the ABC sitcom “Growing Pains,” has worked with Martin Scorsese no less than six times with the latest in 2023 being “Killers of the Flower Moon.”.
SEEMartin Scorsese movies: All 26 Oscar-nominated actors and actresses
He’s done double-duty with Quentin Tarantino, and made blockbuster films with Best Director winners James Cameron, Clint Eastwood, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, and Steven Spielberg, and nominees Ridley Scott and Adam McKay.
Beginning with 1993’s “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape,” for which he received his first Academy Award nomination at age 19, DiCaprio has earned eight total nominations from the Oscars: seven as an actor — including most...
- 11/11/2024
- by Chris Beachum and Tom O'Brien
- Gold Derby


Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio has made it his business to work with the most acclaimed filmmakers of the modern era. The star, whose first real breakout role came on the ABC sitcom “Growing Pains,” has worked with Martin Scorsese no less than six times with the latest being “Killers of the Flower Moon.”. He’s done double-duty with Quentin Tarantino, and made blockbuster films with Best Director winners James Cameron, Clint Eastwood, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, and Steven Spielberg, and nominees Ridley Scott and Adam McKay.
Beginning with 1993’s “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape,” for which he received his first Academy Award nomination at age 19, DiCaprio has earned eight total nominations from the Oscars: seven as an actor — including most recently for “Once Upon a Time In Hollywood,” plus his Best Actor win for “The Revenant” — and one as a producer, for Best Picture nominee “The Wolf of Wall Street.” DiCaprio has...
Beginning with 1993’s “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape,” for which he received his first Academy Award nomination at age 19, DiCaprio has earned eight total nominations from the Oscars: seven as an actor — including most recently for “Once Upon a Time In Hollywood,” plus his Best Actor win for “The Revenant” — and one as a producer, for Best Picture nominee “The Wolf of Wall Street.” DiCaprio has...
- 11/8/2024
- by Tom O'Brien, Chris Beachum, Christopher Rosen and Zach Laws
- Gold Derby
'Terrifier 3' star Lauren Lavera has had to stop work on her debut screenplay.The 30-year-old actress has become the newest Scream Queen thanks to her role as Sienna Shaw in Damien Leone's slasher franchise, which sees her alter ego battle demonic killer Art the Clown (David Howard Thornton).Sienna had started work on her own movie project but she has had to pause it because she has started filming new horror/thriller film 'The Monster'.When asked by a fan on social media site X what was happening with her screenplay, Lauren answered: "I’ve been so busy filming that I’ve had to put it on the back burner. It’s a good problem to have, I just literally have no time. I’ll get back to it probably after the holidays."Lauren recently describer her screenplay - which she is co-writing - as a...
- 11/8/2024
- by Philip Hamilton
- Bang Showbiz

With so many storylines and character arcs to wrap up after Fast Xs open-ended finale, Fast & Furious 11 is all but guaranteed to become the franchises longest entry. Fast Xs Louis Leterrier is back in the directors chair for Fast 11, and Christina Hodson and Oren Uziel are confirmed to be writing the script. Although Vin Diesel initially announced that Fast 11 would be released in 2025, its since been delayed to 2026 due to the 2023 strikes but its still on the way, and it promises to follow up on the cliffhanger ending of Fast X.
There have been all kinds of enticing reports about Fast 11. It could be the final chapter in the mainline series, and its being described as a throwback to the original movie with a single mission and a new villain. With so many plot threads still up in the air and so many character journeys to conclude, Fast 11 could end...
There have been all kinds of enticing reports about Fast 11. It could be the final chapter in the mainline series, and its being described as a throwback to the original movie with a single mission and a new villain. With so many plot threads still up in the air and so many character journeys to conclude, Fast 11 could end...
- 10/26/2024
- by Ben Sherlock
- ScreenRant

Terrifier breakout Lauren Lavera has landed a co-starring role opposite two-time Oscar nominee Djimon Hounsou (Blood Diamond) in horror-thriller The Monster, which will be directed by the Saw franchise’s Darren Lynn Bousman.
We revealed the project last week and can now confirm that rising scream queen Lavera is aboard to star in the movie.
From a screenplay by Jonathan Bernstein and James Greer (Steven Soderbergh’s Unsane), the pic was developed and is being produced by Lee Nelson and David Tish of Envision Media Arts (The Ice Road) alongside Saw franchise producer Mark Burg.
The Monster follows two millennials who make quick money by leasing incredible New York City apartments they don’t own to people who don’t know they are being scammed. The con works brilliantly until they run into an apartment owner with a dark secret who flips the game on them.
Principal photography is due to start in Danbury,...
We revealed the project last week and can now confirm that rising scream queen Lavera is aboard to star in the movie.
From a screenplay by Jonathan Bernstein and James Greer (Steven Soderbergh’s Unsane), the pic was developed and is being produced by Lee Nelson and David Tish of Envision Media Arts (The Ice Road) alongside Saw franchise producer Mark Burg.
The Monster follows two millennials who make quick money by leasing incredible New York City apartments they don’t own to people who don’t know they are being scammed. The con works brilliantly until they run into an apartment owner with a dark secret who flips the game on them.
Principal photography is due to start in Danbury,...
- 10/23/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV


Back in July, Djimon Hounsou signed on to star in a shark thriller called Beneath the Storm alongside Phoebe Dynevor (Bridgerton) and Whitney Peak (Hocus Pocus 2), with Tommy Wirkola (Violent Night) writing and directing for Sony Pictures and producers Adam McKay and Kevin Messick of HyperObject Industries. While we wait to hear more information about that project, Hounsou is already moving on to another interesting film, one called The Monster. Deadline reports that Darren Lynn Bousman will be directing the film from a screenplay by Jonathan Bernstein and James Greer, the writers of Steven Soderbergh’s Unsane.
The Monster is set to begin filming in Danbury, Connecticut in November. The story follows two millennials who make quick money by leasing incredible New York City apartments they don’t own to people who don’t know they are being scammed. The con works brilliantly until they run into an apartment...
The Monster is set to begin filming in Danbury, Connecticut in November. The story follows two millennials who make quick money by leasing incredible New York City apartments they don’t own to people who don’t know they are being scammed. The con works brilliantly until they run into an apartment...
- 10/21/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com

Exclusive: Two-time Oscar nominee Djimon Hounsou (Blood Diamond) has been set to star in the horror-thriller The Monster, which will be directed by the Saw franchise’s Darren Lynn Bousman.
From a screenplay by Jonathan Bernstein and James Greer (Steven Soderbergh’s Unsane), the pic was developed and is being produced by Lee Nelson and David Tish of Envision Media Arts (The Ice Road) alongside Saw franchise producer Mark Burg.
Monster follows two millennials who make quick money by leasing incredible New York City apartments they don’t own to people who don’t know they are being scammed. The con works brilliantly until they run into an apartment owner with a dark secret who flips the game on them.
Principal photography is due to start in Danbury, Ct, in November.
Hounsou, coming off Paramount’s A Quiet Place: Day One, is currently at work on director Vadim Perelman’s thriller The Zealot,...
From a screenplay by Jonathan Bernstein and James Greer (Steven Soderbergh’s Unsane), the pic was developed and is being produced by Lee Nelson and David Tish of Envision Media Arts (The Ice Road) alongside Saw franchise producer Mark Burg.
Monster follows two millennials who make quick money by leasing incredible New York City apartments they don’t own to people who don’t know they are being scammed. The con works brilliantly until they run into an apartment owner with a dark secret who flips the game on them.
Principal photography is due to start in Danbury, Ct, in November.
Hounsou, coming off Paramount’s A Quiet Place: Day One, is currently at work on director Vadim Perelman’s thriller The Zealot,...
- 10/18/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV


John Amos’s two kids were at odds towards the end of their father’s life and their family feud seems to be poised to carry on after his death.
The iconic actor, known for his work in projects such as West Wing, Good Times, and Roots, passed away in late August 2024. The news of his passing, along with the cause of his death, was announced by his son over a month later.
It was news that shocked the world, including his sister, who only learned of her father’s death through the media.
So, what exactly is the issue between John Amos’ children? Why are they at war? And why is their father’s passing doing more to push them apart then together?
John Amos attends the Legal Defense Fund Annual Gala to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Brown V. Board of Education. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images...
The iconic actor, known for his work in projects such as West Wing, Good Times, and Roots, passed away in late August 2024. The news of his passing, along with the cause of his death, was announced by his son over a month later.
It was news that shocked the world, including his sister, who only learned of her father’s death through the media.
So, what exactly is the issue between John Amos’ children? Why are they at war? And why is their father’s passing doing more to push them apart then together?
John Amos attends the Legal Defense Fund Annual Gala to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Brown V. Board of Education. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images...
- 10/3/2024
- by Dina Sartore-Bodo
- The Hollywood Gossip

“Violent Night” director Tommy Wirkola’s next project is shaping up. His shark thriller has now been titled “Beneath the Storm” and is set to be released theatrically Aug. 1, 2025, via Columbia Pictures.
The film, written by Wirkola, stars Phoebe Dynevor, Whitney Peak and Djimon Hounsou and is produced by Adam McKay and Kevin Messick. Plot details remain under wraps.
Wirkola’s previous directorial credits include “Dead Snow,” “Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters” and “What Happened to Monday.”
Dynevor, best known for her star turn as Daphne Bridgerton in Netflix’s hit series “Bridgerton,” has also appeared in films such as “The Colour Room,” “Bank of Dave” and “Fair Play.” She received a BAFTA Rising Star Award nomination in 2024. Up next, she will be seen in Neil Burger’s Miramax spy thriller “Inheritance” and the Diane Lane-led drama “Anniversary.”
Peak led Max’s reboot of “Gossip Girl” for two seasons, and...
The film, written by Wirkola, stars Phoebe Dynevor, Whitney Peak and Djimon Hounsou and is produced by Adam McKay and Kevin Messick. Plot details remain under wraps.
Wirkola’s previous directorial credits include “Dead Snow,” “Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters” and “What Happened to Monday.”
Dynevor, best known for her star turn as Daphne Bridgerton in Netflix’s hit series “Bridgerton,” has also appeared in films such as “The Colour Room,” “Bank of Dave” and “Fair Play.” She received a BAFTA Rising Star Award nomination in 2024. Up next, she will be seen in Neil Burger’s Miramax spy thriller “Inheritance” and the Diane Lane-led drama “Anniversary.”
Peak led Max’s reboot of “Gossip Girl” for two seasons, and...
- 8/14/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV

Exclusive: Daughters, the award-winning Netflix documentary set behind the walls of a Washington DC prison, will serve as the closing night selection of a new film festival taking place at California’s San Quentin Rehabilitation Center.
The film, winner of the Festival Favorite Award as well as the Audience Award for U.S. Documentary at Sundance, centers on a special “Daddy-Daughter Dance” where incarcerated men and their daughters participate in a unique and emotional bonding experience. It will screen October 11 at the San Quentin Film Festival, a two-day event on the grounds of the prison that houses upwards of 4,000 men.
‘Daughters’
“We are honored to have Daughters screen as the Closing Night film in San Quentin!” said Natalie Rae, who directed the documentary with Angela Patton. “To connect incarcerated fathers...
The film, winner of the Festival Favorite Award as well as the Audience Award for U.S. Documentary at Sundance, centers on a special “Daddy-Daughter Dance” where incarcerated men and their daughters participate in a unique and emotional bonding experience. It will screen October 11 at the San Quentin Film Festival, a two-day event on the grounds of the prison that houses upwards of 4,000 men.
‘Daughters’
“We are honored to have Daughters screen as the Closing Night film in San Quentin!” said Natalie Rae, who directed the documentary with Angela Patton. “To connect incarcerated fathers...
- 8/14/2024
- by Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV

Gladiator II introduces a new cast of characters, including Lucius Verus (Paul Mescal) as the main protagonist challenging Ancient Rome's authority. Notable characters like Juba and Quintus from the original film are absent in the sequel due to recasting and similarities with new characters. The sequel features a star-studded cast with reprises from Connie Nielsen and Derek Jacobi, alongside new additions like Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal.
While Gladiator II is a continuation of the story that began in Gladiator, several significant characters from the first film are not in the sequel. Set more than two decades after Gladiator, the sequel's story revolves around Lucius Verus (Paul Mescal) becoming a gladiator and challenging the authority in Ancient Rome. Lucius was first introduced in Gladiator as the son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen) and was played by Spencer Treat Clark, but director Ridley Scott recast the role with Mescal.
Due to the...
While Gladiator II is a continuation of the story that began in Gladiator, several significant characters from the first film are not in the sequel. Set more than two decades after Gladiator, the sequel's story revolves around Lucius Verus (Paul Mescal) becoming a gladiator and challenging the authority in Ancient Rome. Lucius was first introduced in Gladiator as the son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen) and was played by Spencer Treat Clark, but director Ridley Scott recast the role with Mescal.
Due to the...
- 8/8/2024
- by Matthew Rudoy
- ScreenRant

Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the most recognized stars in the world after he starred in multiple blockbusters such as Titanic, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Inception. The actor is the recipient of the Oscar for Best Actor, which he received in 2016 after multiple snubs, and is often regarded as one of the best actors of the generation.
Recently, a lookalike of the actor went viral on social media due to his uncanny resemblance to the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood actor. The video can be seen in the Russian model Anastasyia Queen’s Instagram which sees the actor in a look that he sported in films like Inception and Shutter Island.
Fans Cannot Tell The Difference With A Leonardo DiCaprio Lookalike Leonardo DiCaprio in Inception | Credits: Warner Bros.
Leonardo DiCaprio has often been regarded as one of the best actors of the generation due to his roles in films like Shutter Island,...
Recently, a lookalike of the actor went viral on social media due to his uncanny resemblance to the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood actor. The video can be seen in the Russian model Anastasyia Queen’s Instagram which sees the actor in a look that he sported in films like Inception and Shutter Island.
Fans Cannot Tell The Difference With A Leonardo DiCaprio Lookalike Leonardo DiCaprio in Inception | Credits: Warner Bros.
Leonardo DiCaprio has often been regarded as one of the best actors of the generation due to his roles in films like Shutter Island,...
- 8/6/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire

Whether you feel Ridley Scott's Best Picture winner "Gladiator" is a red-blooded, fist-pumping swords and sandals brouhaha or a "muddy, fuzzy, and indistinct" affair, we can surely all agree it's got a killer cast. Russell Crowe as the stoic hero Maximus, playing the role that snagged him an Oscar a year after he should've won for "The Insider," is the calm at the center of the storm. He has to be a little boring, otherwise he wouldn't work as the foil to Joaquin Phoenix's larger-than-life turn as Commodus.
The rest of the ensemble is wall-to-wall veterans firing on all cylinders, including Connie Nielsen as Maximus' incorruptible ex and Commodus' sister Lucilla, Richard Harris as Marcus Aurelius (playing the Roman emperor as a frail old man finally forced to reckon with his bloody legacy), Djimon Hounsou as Maximus' confidante, fellow enslaved arena fighter, and all-around good guy, Juba, and...
The rest of the ensemble is wall-to-wall veterans firing on all cylinders, including Connie Nielsen as Maximus' incorruptible ex and Commodus' sister Lucilla, Richard Harris as Marcus Aurelius (playing the Roman emperor as a frail old man finally forced to reckon with his bloody legacy), Djimon Hounsou as Maximus' confidante, fellow enslaved arena fighter, and all-around good guy, Juba, and...
- 8/4/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film

Producer Dominic Barlow, whose credits include “The Last Kingdom,” “Mr. Selfridge,” and “Discovery of Witches,” has teamed up with writer-executive producer Brendan Foley on “The Angolan Clan,” which will be pitched at Toledo, Spain-based TV forum Conecta Fiction & Entertainment. U.K. startup development and finance company Telnet Screen Productions, led by Chris Lowery, Martin Panchaud and Nick Street, has also boarded the pic as a private equity investor.
“The Angolan Clan” is an action-drama thriller series centered on two women in their 30s: an English widow and a Spanish Angolan housekeeper who unexpectedly inherit a Spanish villa and ownership of a clandestine diamond company from the English woman’s father-in-law, who was also the Spanish woman’s employer. Together, they delve into the mystery of their shared inheritance, unraveling its origins amidst present-day London and Spain. The narrative weaves through the upheavals of Portugal’s Carnation Revolution in the 1970s...
“The Angolan Clan” is an action-drama thriller series centered on two women in their 30s: an English widow and a Spanish Angolan housekeeper who unexpectedly inherit a Spanish villa and ownership of a clandestine diamond company from the English woman’s father-in-law, who was also the Spanish woman’s employer. Together, they delve into the mystery of their shared inheritance, unraveling its origins amidst present-day London and Spain. The narrative weaves through the upheavals of Portugal’s Carnation Revolution in the 1970s...
- 6/18/2024
- by Anna Marie de la Fuente
- Variety Film + TV

Dick Van Dyke still hears criticism of his Cockney accent in Mary Poppins, but the British don't poke fun at him. Van Dyke's bad accent in Mary Poppins arguably adds charm, similar to Keanu Reeves in Bram Stoker's Dracula. Despite his embarrassment, Van Dyke got a second chance in Mary Poppins Returns and did better with his accent.
Its been 60 years since Mary Poppins, and Dick Van Dyke says he still hears criticism of the Cockney accent he used for the role of Bert, the lovable chimney sweep. Van Dyke provided Disneys 1964 classic with some of its most memorable moments, offering charming comic relief, and getting in on great songs like Chim Chim Cher-ee. It all helped Mary Poppins take off to a worldwide box office gross of $107 million, and a place as one of Disneys most beloved movies.
But Van Dykes Mary Poppins performance also featured one of...
Its been 60 years since Mary Poppins, and Dick Van Dyke says he still hears criticism of the Cockney accent he used for the role of Bert, the lovable chimney sweep. Van Dyke provided Disneys 1964 classic with some of its most memorable moments, offering charming comic relief, and getting in on great songs like Chim Chim Cher-ee. It all helped Mary Poppins take off to a worldwide box office gross of $107 million, and a place as one of Disneys most beloved movies.
But Van Dykes Mary Poppins performance also featured one of...
- 6/1/2024
- by Dan Zinski
- ScreenRant

Eight years after My Life as a Zucchini premiered in Directors’ Fortnight en route to winning two Césars (and nabbing one Oscar nomination), Swiss director Claude Barras returns to Cannes with Savages, an emotionally resonant stop-motion fable that looks at rampant deforestation on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia.
A tight 87 minutes, Savages wastes no time tossing us directly into the action as pre-treen Kéria and her palm-oil-extractor father witness his employer’s murder of an orangutan. Despite this killing occurring off-screen, it is very distressing. The father-daughter duo act quickly to hide the lone survivor, a baby orangutan, in their bag. With this harrowing opening, Savages relays that the death and destruction at the center of its narrative will not be sugar-coated for children.
This very cute orangutan is named Oshi, due to the sneeze sound he makes, and is primarily an accessory for the 11-year-old Kéria––a...
A tight 87 minutes, Savages wastes no time tossing us directly into the action as pre-treen Kéria and her palm-oil-extractor father witness his employer’s murder of an orangutan. Despite this killing occurring off-screen, it is very distressing. The father-daughter duo act quickly to hide the lone survivor, a baby orangutan, in their bag. With this harrowing opening, Savages relays that the death and destruction at the center of its narrative will not be sugar-coated for children.
This very cute orangutan is named Oshi, due to the sneeze sound he makes, and is primarily an accessory for the 11-year-old Kéria––a...
- 5/31/2024
- by Caleb Hammond
- The Film Stage

Oscar nominees Kodi Smit-McPhee and Djimon Hounsou are set to star in claustrophobic thriller “The Zealot.”
The two-hander, being introduced to buyers in Cannes by WestEnd Films, comes from director Vadim Perelman working from a screenplay by Bennett Fisher, and touches on themes involving privilege, paranoia, and the assumptions we make about one another.
“The Zealot” follows Hassan, a Somali-American airport shuttle driver in Minneapolis, who is struggling to make ends meet. When Lloyd, a stranded twentysomething at the airport, offers to pay Hassan to take him overland to Chicago, it seems worth the risk. But as the realization grows that his passenger is not what he seems, Hassan finds he is trapped in a terrifying ride which he can’t escape from, knowing that to save himself might put countless others in danger.
Jib Polhemus (“Lara Croft: Tomb Raider,” “The Mechanic”) produces alongside Michael Helfant and Bradley Gallo (“The Green Hornet and Kato,...
The two-hander, being introduced to buyers in Cannes by WestEnd Films, comes from director Vadim Perelman working from a screenplay by Bennett Fisher, and touches on themes involving privilege, paranoia, and the assumptions we make about one another.
“The Zealot” follows Hassan, a Somali-American airport shuttle driver in Minneapolis, who is struggling to make ends meet. When Lloyd, a stranded twentysomething at the airport, offers to pay Hassan to take him overland to Chicago, it seems worth the risk. But as the realization grows that his passenger is not what he seems, Hassan finds he is trapped in a terrifying ride which he can’t escape from, knowing that to save himself might put countless others in danger.
Jib Polhemus (“Lara Croft: Tomb Raider,” “The Mechanic”) produces alongside Michael Helfant and Bradley Gallo (“The Green Hornet and Kato,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety Film + TV

Raymond Chan, a longtime art director in the production design department for Marvel Studios features, died Tuesday near his home in Wales. He was 56. His death was confirmed in a statement by the studio.
Chan was a regular contributor to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with credits including “Avengers: Infinity War,” “Avengers: Endgame” and the upcoming “Deadpool & Wolverine.”
Sources told TMZ that “Deadpool” star Ryan Reynolds is “downright gutted about the sudden loss — and that it hits close to home for him.” The “Deadpool & Wolverine” crew is “devastated by the loss of their beloved compatriot.”
Chan’s first Marvel credit was on the 2013 sequel “Thor: The Dark World,” where he served as supervising art director. Outside of Marvel Studios, his other credits include “National Treasure,” “Nanny McPhee,” “Children of Men,” “Blood Diamond,” “Robin Hood,” “Knight and Day” and “Dungeons and Dragons.”
Born Dec. 1, 1967 in Oldham, Greater Manchester, Chan was raised by his parents,...
Chan was a regular contributor to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with credits including “Avengers: Infinity War,” “Avengers: Endgame” and the upcoming “Deadpool & Wolverine.”
Sources told TMZ that “Deadpool” star Ryan Reynolds is “downright gutted about the sudden loss — and that it hits close to home for him.” The “Deadpool & Wolverine” crew is “devastated by the loss of their beloved compatriot.”
Chan’s first Marvel credit was on the 2013 sequel “Thor: The Dark World,” where he served as supervising art director. Outside of Marvel Studios, his other credits include “National Treasure,” “Nanny McPhee,” “Children of Men,” “Blood Diamond,” “Robin Hood,” “Knight and Day” and “Dungeons and Dragons.”
Born Dec. 1, 1967 in Oldham, Greater Manchester, Chan was raised by his parents,...
- 4/26/2024
- by Lexi Carson
- Variety Film + TV


The film industry is reeling from the loss of the legendary production designer Ray Chan. Several genres, including many of Marvel Studios’ biggest films, highlight Chan’s meticulous eye for detail and world-building expertise. He died earlier this week, as promotion for his latest film, Deadpool & Wolverine, kicks into high gear. He is survived by his wife Lindsay and his children Caspar and Sebastian.
“Ray was first and foremost a good friend to everyone at Marvel Studios. He was a talented collaborator who brought creativity and attention to detail to every frame of every movie he worked on, and who was able to bring out the best in each department he worked with,” said Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige and Louis D’Esposito in a joint statement. “He was the nicest human being and was such a pleasure to work with, hugely generous, and the kind of person who could take...
“Ray was first and foremost a good friend to everyone at Marvel Studios. He was a talented collaborator who brought creativity and attention to detail to every frame of every movie he worked on, and who was able to bring out the best in each department he worked with,” said Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige and Louis D’Esposito in a joint statement. “He was the nicest human being and was such a pleasure to work with, hugely generous, and the kind of person who could take...
- 4/26/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com

Ray Chan, longtime production designer on some of Marvel’s biggest films died this week, according to a statement from Marvel Studios.
Chan was best known for his work on billion-dollar Marvel blockbusters such as Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame as well as the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine.
But he also worked with directors such as Ridley Scott, Michael Apted, Alfonso Cuarón, Ed Zwick, James Mangold and Antoine Fuqua, and on films as diverse as National Treasure, Nanny McPhee, Children of Men, Blood Diamond, Robin Hood, Knight and Day and Dungeons and Dragons.
He was nominated for an Art Director’s Guild Award five times, winning in 2015 and 2020 for Guardians of the Galaxy and Endgame, respectively.
“Ray was first and foremost a good friend to everyone at Marvel Studios. He was a talented collaborator who brought creativity and attention to detail to every frame of every movie he worked on,...
Chan was best known for his work on billion-dollar Marvel blockbusters such as Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame as well as the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine.
But he also worked with directors such as Ridley Scott, Michael Apted, Alfonso Cuarón, Ed Zwick, James Mangold and Antoine Fuqua, and on films as diverse as National Treasure, Nanny McPhee, Children of Men, Blood Diamond, Robin Hood, Knight and Day and Dungeons and Dragons.
He was nominated for an Art Director’s Guild Award five times, winning in 2015 and 2020 for Guardians of the Galaxy and Endgame, respectively.
“Ray was first and foremost a good friend to everyone at Marvel Studios. He was a talented collaborator who brought creativity and attention to detail to every frame of every movie he worked on,...
- 4/26/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV

The MCU family recently lost a shining star in the form of regular collaborator Ray Chan. Chan had worked on multiple films and series in the MCU as the supervising art director and production designer. His works included films such as Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame among others.
Outside of the MCU, Chan reportedly worked as a supervising art director, production designer, and art director on films such as Knight and Day, Blood Diamond, National Treasure, and Children of Men. The art director reportedly also served as a production designer for the upcoming Marvel film Deadpool & Wolverine.
MCU’s Art Director Ray Chan Passes Away Ray Chan in Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of the Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Ray Chan, the art director behind some of the best MCU films such as Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame,...
Outside of the MCU, Chan reportedly worked as a supervising art director, production designer, and art director on films such as Knight and Day, Blood Diamond, National Treasure, and Children of Men. The art director reportedly also served as a production designer for the upcoming Marvel film Deadpool & Wolverine.
MCU’s Art Director Ray Chan Passes Away Ray Chan in Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of the Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Ray Chan, the art director behind some of the best MCU films such as Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire

David Harewood is a distinguished British actor with a career spanning stage and screen. From portraying the Martian Manhunter in “Supergirl” to the steely David Estes in “Homeland,” Harewood has consistently delivered powerful performances. But beyond his acting chops, Harewood has recently made the news with his stance on a highly sensitive topic: blackface.
A still from Supergirl
Blackface, the act of darkening one’s skin to impersonate a black person, has a long and offensive history rooted in racist caricature. Harewood’s latest statement seems to have found no problem with blackface because “the name of the game is acting”.
David Harewood Says It Better Be Good If Someone Wants To Black Up
A still from The Flash
David Harewood, the recently appointed president of Rada (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art), has ignited a debate on race in casting. Harewood believes that when it comes to casting, the ability...
A still from Supergirl
Blackface, the act of darkening one’s skin to impersonate a black person, has a long and offensive history rooted in racist caricature. Harewood’s latest statement seems to have found no problem with blackface because “the name of the game is acting”.
David Harewood Says It Better Be Good If Someone Wants To Black Up
A still from The Flash
David Harewood, the recently appointed president of Rada (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art), has ignited a debate on race in casting. Harewood believes that when it comes to casting, the ability...
- 4/23/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire

Exclusive: Djimon Hounsou, the actor known for his Academy Award-nominated performances in Ed Zwick’s Blood Diamond and Jim Sheridan’s In America, has signed with Buchwald for representation.
Most recently, Hounsou has been seen starring opposite David Harbour and Orlando Bloom in Sony’s Gran Turismo, based on the hit video games, as well as Zack Snyder’s Netflix space opera Rebel Moon, which will have its second installment debut on April 19. On June 28, he’ll be seen starring alongside Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn in Paramount’s A Quiet Place: Day One from filmmaker Michael Sarnoski, reprising his role of Henri from 2020’s A Quiet Place Part II.
Breaking out with his starring role in Steven Spielberg’s 1997 drama Amistad, which earned him both a Golden Globe nomination and an NAACP Image Award, Hounsou subsequently went on to star in the films Gladiator, Constantine, and The Island, among others.
Most recently, Hounsou has been seen starring opposite David Harbour and Orlando Bloom in Sony’s Gran Turismo, based on the hit video games, as well as Zack Snyder’s Netflix space opera Rebel Moon, which will have its second installment debut on April 19. On June 28, he’ll be seen starring alongside Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn in Paramount’s A Quiet Place: Day One from filmmaker Michael Sarnoski, reprising his role of Henri from 2020’s A Quiet Place Part II.
Breaking out with his starring role in Steven Spielberg’s 1997 drama Amistad, which earned him both a Golden Globe nomination and an NAACP Image Award, Hounsou subsequently went on to star in the films Gladiator, Constantine, and The Island, among others.
- 4/15/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV


Director Ed Zwick has been talking about making the film Blood Diamond in his new memoir – and it marked a sad turning point for Warner Bros.
Director Ed Zwick has recently published his memoir of sorts, going by the name Hits, Flops And Other Illusions: My Fortysomething Years In Hollywood. It’s a really entertaining and also quite candid account of a directing career that’s seen him steer films such as Glory, About Last Night, The Last Samurai and – relevant specifically to this story – Blood Diamond.
You might remember that one. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Djimon Hounsou, it was released in 2006 to reasonable success. Costing around $100m of Warner Bros’ money to make, it grossed $171m worldwide, earning five Academy Award nominations in the process.
Yet as Zwick reveals in his book, the film was not just a turning point in his own career, but that of Warner Bros too.
Director Ed Zwick has recently published his memoir of sorts, going by the name Hits, Flops And Other Illusions: My Fortysomething Years In Hollywood. It’s a really entertaining and also quite candid account of a directing career that’s seen him steer films such as Glory, About Last Night, The Last Samurai and – relevant specifically to this story – Blood Diamond.
You might remember that one. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Djimon Hounsou, it was released in 2006 to reasonable success. Costing around $100m of Warner Bros’ money to make, it grossed $171m worldwide, earning five Academy Award nominations in the process.
Yet as Zwick reveals in his book, the film was not just a turning point in his own career, but that of Warner Bros too.
- 4/2/2024
- by Simon Brew
- Film Stories

African History Y's future remains uncertain without a studio commitment, despite Djimon Hounsou's attachment. Djimon Hounsou is currently the only known cast member of the anticipated project, reflecting a shared creative vision. Tony Kaye's secretive project hints at a narrative of tragedy and redemption, mirroring the challenges of American History X.
Kaye announced African History Y in 2020, but there have been few updates since. Tony Kaye, an iconic figure in the realm of film direction, is best known for his work on American History X, a 1998 film that left an indelible mark on the landscape of American cinema. His directorial prowess and unconventional methods have cemented his reputation as a filmmaker willing to push boundaries and confront challenging themes head-on. Kaye's career, while celebrated, has been punctuated by his well-documented clashes with studios and collaborators, which have, in turn, shaped his journey in the film industry.
Tony Kaye's...
Kaye announced African History Y in 2020, but there have been few updates since. Tony Kaye, an iconic figure in the realm of film direction, is best known for his work on American History X, a 1998 film that left an indelible mark on the landscape of American cinema. His directorial prowess and unconventional methods have cemented his reputation as a filmmaker willing to push boundaries and confront challenging themes head-on. Kaye's career, while celebrated, has been punctuated by his well-documented clashes with studios and collaborators, which have, in turn, shaped his journey in the film industry.
Tony Kaye's...
- 3/30/2024
- by Stephen Barker
- ScreenRant


Paula Weinstein, the veteran studio executive, two-time Emmy winner and producer on such projects as The Fabulous Baker Boys, The Perfect Storm, Analyze This and Grace and Frankie, died Monday. She was 78.
Weinstein died at her home in New York, her daughter, Hannah Rosenberg, told The Hollywood Reporter. No cause of death was revealed.
“The world is a lesser place without my mother,” Rosenberg said in a statement. “She was a masterful producer and a force of nature for the things she believed in, including the many projects that spanned her illustrious career, the stories she fought to tell and the social justice causes she championed.”
In September, Weinstein exited Tribeca Enterprises, which she joined as executive vp in 2013, to work on political campaigns. She earlier was a vp at Warner Bros., an executive vp at 20th Century Fox and president of United Artists.
In 1989, she and her late husband,...
Weinstein died at her home in New York, her daughter, Hannah Rosenberg, told The Hollywood Reporter. No cause of death was revealed.
“The world is a lesser place without my mother,” Rosenberg said in a statement. “She was a masterful producer and a force of nature for the things she believed in, including the many projects that spanned her illustrious career, the stories she fought to tell and the social justice causes she championed.”
In September, Weinstein exited Tribeca Enterprises, which she joined as executive vp in 2013, to work on political campaigns. She earlier was a vp at Warner Bros., an executive vp at 20th Century Fox and president of United Artists.
In 1989, she and her late husband,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News

Paula Weinstein, the respected producer of films including “The Perfect Storm,” “Analyze This,” “The Fabulous Baker Boys” and “Blood Diamond,” and former chief content officer at Tribeca Enterprises, died Monday in New York. She was 78.
Her daughter, Hannah Rosenberg, said in a statement, “The world is a lesser place without my mother. She was a masterful producer and a force of nature for the things she believed in, including the many projects that spanned her illustrious career, the stories she fought to tell and the social justice causes she championed.
“She shattered barriers in Hollywood and always lifted other women along with her. And I know my mother would want me to add this: if you’d like to honor her, please stop what you are doing and turn your attention toward reelecting President Biden and making sure Democrats win down the ballot so we can be sure Democracy survives...
Her daughter, Hannah Rosenberg, said in a statement, “The world is a lesser place without my mother. She was a masterful producer and a force of nature for the things she believed in, including the many projects that spanned her illustrious career, the stories she fought to tell and the social justice causes she championed.
“She shattered barriers in Hollywood and always lifted other women along with her. And I know my mother would want me to add this: if you’d like to honor her, please stop what you are doing and turn your attention toward reelecting President Biden and making sure Democrats win down the ballot so we can be sure Democracy survives...
- 3/25/2024
- by Pat Saperstein
- Variety Film + TV

Exclusive: Happy Face has rounded out its series regular cast, adding Khiyla Aynne (Circuit Breakers) and Benjamin Mackey (The Morning Show) alongside Annaleigh Ashford, Dennis Quaid, James Wolk and Tamera Tomakili. David Harewood (Homeland) also joins the upcoming Paramount+ drama series in a recurring role. The series hails from creator and executive producer Jennifer Cacicio and executive producers Robert and Michelle King. Filming began this week in Vancouver. See Ashford’s Instagram announcement below.
Happy Face is inspired by the true-life story of Melissa Moore; the Happy Face podcast from iHeartPodcasts and Moore; and the autobiography Shattered Silence, written by Moore with M. Bridget Cook.
In the series, jumping off from Moore’s true-life story, Happy Face (Quaid) is an incarcerated serial killer who also is Melissa’s (Ashford) once-beloved father. After decades of no contact, he finally finds a way to force himself back into his daughter’s life.
Happy Face is inspired by the true-life story of Melissa Moore; the Happy Face podcast from iHeartPodcasts and Moore; and the autobiography Shattered Silence, written by Moore with M. Bridget Cook.
In the series, jumping off from Moore’s true-life story, Happy Face (Quaid) is an incarcerated serial killer who also is Melissa’s (Ashford) once-beloved father. After decades of no contact, he finally finds a way to force himself back into his daughter’s life.
- 3/20/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV

Leonardo DiCaprio might not have been nominated for an award for his performance in Killers of the Flower Moon at the 2024 Oscars, but with the movie and his costars up for 10, it was assumed he would be at the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre on March 10. However, as viewers were quick to notice, not only was DiCaprio not seen on the red carpet—though there were delays due to protestors blocking traffic outside the theater—but he wasn’t spotted in the audience alongside the rest of his cast and the team of Killers of the Flower Moon when they were shown multiple times throughout the night. DiCaprio has been nominated for seven Oscars over this career—including for What’s Eating Gilbert Grape, The Aviator, Blood Diamond, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood—and won once for Best Performance by an Actor in a...
- 3/11/2024
- TV Insider


Filmmaker Edward Zwick, whose credits include About Last Night, Glory, Legends of the Fall, The Siege, The Last Samurai, Blood Diamond, Defiance, Love & Other Drugs, Pawn Sacrifice, and Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (not to mention co-creating Thirtysomething), recently published a memoir called Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions: My Fortysomething Years in Hollywood (pick up a copy Here). This book contains some very interesting passages – like the one on Zwick’s Jack Reacher regrets, and another where he reveals how impressed Denzel Washington was by Matt Damon’s performance when they were on the set of Zwick’s 1996 film Courage Under Fire.
Zwick wrote, “As we finished Matt’s coverage, Denzel caught my eye and nodded approvingly. Later, he took me aside. ‘Who is that kid?’ he asked. I told him it was Matt’s first big role. ‘Damn,’ he said. ‘Better get my game on. He almost blew me off the screen.
Zwick wrote, “As we finished Matt’s coverage, Denzel caught my eye and nodded approvingly. Later, he took me aside. ‘Who is that kid?’ he asked. I told him it was Matt’s first big role. ‘Damn,’ he said. ‘Better get my game on. He almost blew me off the screen.
- 3/6/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Leonardo founded the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation.
Leonardo worked with 24 orphaned children from the Sos Children's Village in Maputo, Mozambique for his film, “Blood Diamond”.
DiCaprio has made several films to educate the public about environmental issues, including 11th Hour.
Charities & foundations supported
Leonardo DiCaprio has supported the following charities:
African Wildlife FoundationCinema For PeaceDeclare YourselfFeeding AmericaFilm FoundationGlobal CoolGlobal GreenGreen Cross InternationalIndigenous Environmental NetworkInternational Fund For Animal WelfareJane Goodall InstituteLeonardo DiCaprio FoundationMotion Picture and Television Fund FoundationNatural Resources Defense CouncilOceanaOnyx and Breezy FoundationPediatric Epilepsy ProjectReef Check FoundationSave the ElephantsSOS Children's VillagesStop Global WarmingThe Gorilla OrganizationThe Solutions ProjectTreePeopleUNEPUnited Nations Environment ProgrammeUnite for JapanWildAidWWF Read more about Leonardo DiCaprio's charity work and events. Related articles Live Earth Rocks the PlanetLeonardo DiCaprio Wants to Turn Man’s Darkest Hour Into Its FinestLeonardo DiCaprio Brings Us Eco-TownCelebrity Portraits Up For AuctionKT Tunstall - Globally Cool
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Leonardo worked with 24 orphaned children from the Sos Children's Village in Maputo, Mozambique for his film, “Blood Diamond”.
DiCaprio has made several films to educate the public about environmental issues, including 11th Hour.
Charities & foundations supported
Leonardo DiCaprio has supported the following charities:
African Wildlife FoundationCinema For PeaceDeclare YourselfFeeding AmericaFilm FoundationGlobal CoolGlobal GreenGreen Cross InternationalIndigenous Environmental NetworkInternational Fund For Animal WelfareJane Goodall InstituteLeonardo DiCaprio FoundationMotion Picture and Television Fund FoundationNatural Resources Defense CouncilOceanaOnyx and Breezy FoundationPediatric Epilepsy ProjectReef Check FoundationSave the ElephantsSOS Children's VillagesStop Global WarmingThe Gorilla OrganizationThe Solutions ProjectTreePeopleUNEPUnited Nations Environment ProgrammeUnite for JapanWildAidWWF Read more about Leonardo DiCaprio's charity work and events. Related articles Live Earth Rocks the PlanetLeonardo DiCaprio Wants to Turn Man’s Darkest Hour Into Its FinestLeonardo DiCaprio Brings Us Eco-TownCelebrity Portraits Up For AuctionKT Tunstall - Globally Cool
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- 3/1/2024
- Look to the Stars

Let’s travel back in time and check out Jennifer Connelly’s role in Career Opportunities. These pictures give us a peek into the past, bringing back memories of the ’90s. The 53-year-old really nailed it in the movie, and people were hooked back then, and we’re still feeling the magic now.
Jennifer Connelly in Top Gun-Maverick
Each picture takes us on a trip down memory lane, reminding us of a time when life seemed simpler and anything was possible. It’s like stepping into a time machine, reliving those moments of excitement all over again. Get ready for a nostalgic ride with Connelly’s unforgettable performance!
SUGGESTEDLisa Kudrow Was Jealous of Jennifer Aniston After Her Son Became Obsessed With the Friends Star Experience Jennifer Connelly’s Career Opportunities Role For Nostalgic Journey
Let’s step back into the ’90s and reminisce about Jennifer Connelly’s role in Career Opportunities.
Jennifer Connelly in Top Gun-Maverick
Each picture takes us on a trip down memory lane, reminding us of a time when life seemed simpler and anything was possible. It’s like stepping into a time machine, reliving those moments of excitement all over again. Get ready for a nostalgic ride with Connelly’s unforgettable performance!
SUGGESTEDLisa Kudrow Was Jealous of Jennifer Aniston After Her Son Became Obsessed With the Friends Star Experience Jennifer Connelly’s Career Opportunities Role For Nostalgic Journey
Let’s step back into the ’90s and reminisce about Jennifer Connelly’s role in Career Opportunities.
- 2/23/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire


Filmmaker Ed Zwick — whose new memoir Hits, Flops and Other Illusions has just come out — joined The Hollywood Reporter‘s It Happened in Hollywood podcast for the show’s season five premiere.
Zwick has directed some of Hollywood’s biggest stars in films like 1989’s Glory (starring Denzel Washington, Morgan Freeman and Matthew Broderick), 1994’s Legends of the Fall (with Brad Pitt) and 2006’s Blood Diamond (with Leonardo DiCaprio).
But it was in teaming up with Tom Cruise that Zwick felt the full force of what it meant to be making a movie with arguably the most powerful movie star on the planet. No expense was spared for the period epic set in Japan — and as Zwick reveals, Cruise was heavily courted by other A-list directors while he made his film.
“We’d been in Japan for a couple of weeks — we shot at a beautiful monastery for about two weeks,...
Zwick has directed some of Hollywood’s biggest stars in films like 1989’s Glory (starring Denzel Washington, Morgan Freeman and Matthew Broderick), 1994’s Legends of the Fall (with Brad Pitt) and 2006’s Blood Diamond (with Leonardo DiCaprio).
But it was in teaming up with Tom Cruise that Zwick felt the full force of what it meant to be making a movie with arguably the most powerful movie star on the planet. No expense was spared for the period epic set in Japan — and as Zwick reveals, Cruise was heavily courted by other A-list directors while he made his film.
“We’d been in Japan for a couple of weeks — we shot at a beautiful monastery for about two weeks,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Seth Abramovitch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News

David Harewood is the new President of famed British acting school the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (Rada).
The Sherwood, Supergirl and Homeland actor, who has extensive theater experience in productions including A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Henry IV, will succeed Kenneth Branagh in the role at the David Harewood is the new President of famed British acting school the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (Rada).
Harewood is a former Rada student, and has acted in Arthur’s Whiskey, Blood Diamond and The Merchant of Venice among other films.
Grammy and Emmy winner Cynthia Erivo, star of Universal’s upcoming musical Wicked, has been named Vice President.
Her latest film, Anthony Chen’s Drift, had its world premiere at Sundance last month. Erivo has a first-look deal with MRC Television & Civic Center Media through her production company, Edith’s Daughter.
Both Harewood and Erivo assume their roles immediately.
The honorary...
The Sherwood, Supergirl and Homeland actor, who has extensive theater experience in productions including A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Henry IV, will succeed Kenneth Branagh in the role at the David Harewood is the new President of famed British acting school the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (Rada).
Harewood is a former Rada student, and has acted in Arthur’s Whiskey, Blood Diamond and The Merchant of Venice among other films.
Grammy and Emmy winner Cynthia Erivo, star of Universal’s upcoming musical Wicked, has been named Vice President.
Her latest film, Anthony Chen’s Drift, had its world premiere at Sundance last month. Erivo has a first-look deal with MRC Television & Civic Center Media through her production company, Edith’s Daughter.
Both Harewood and Erivo assume their roles immediately.
The honorary...
- 2/15/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
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