Former Blade director Bassam Tariq has offered a surprisingly candid description of what Marvel Studios tells filmmakers when they enter the MCU.
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Disney Using Trump Lawyer To Protect ‘Thin-Skinned’ Bob Iger From Media Exposure
Bob Iger isn’t waiting around to see how his story gets told. With an unauthorized book about the Bob Iger era of The Walt Disney Company on the way, the company has reportedly brought in one of the most aggressive defamation lawyers in the country—raising immediate...
Zelda Art Director Raises Concerns Over Link Speaking Too Much in Live-Action Movie
Following its recent box office success, Nintendo and Sony are currently in production on a live-action Legend of Zelda film. A cinematic adaptation of the popular video game franchise is something fans have wanted for a long time. However, in a post on X, Takaya Imamura, the art director of 2000’s The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask, appeared to suggest that he doesn’t want Link speaking in the upcoming film.
Steven Soderbergh Says ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ Isn’t Happening Even After Disney Leadership Change
According to Steven Soderbergh, The Hunt for Ben Solo—like its central character—is dead. The proposed Star Wars film was developed by Soderbergh, Jules Asner (writing under her pseudonym Rebecca Blunt), and star Adam Driver. While then–Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy and future president and COO Dave Filoni reportedly supported the concept, Driver has said Disney executives ultimately rejected it.
Marvel Actor Threatens to Leave X if “Negativity” Doesn’t Stop
In a recent post on X, Marvel actor Vincent D’Onofrio warned that he would leave the platform if “the negativity continues.” The often outspoken Kingpin actor emphasized his desire to keep his online interactions positive, noting that personal life can already be challenging.
Jeff Shell Out… Again: Scandal-Plagued Paramount Exec Out at Worst Possible Moment
Hollywood's revolving door for scandal scarred executives just spun again and the timing couldn't be worse for the biggest media merger in years. Jeff Shell, who got booted as CEO of NBCUniversal in 2023 after an internal probe confirmed an inappropriate relationship...
Halle Bailey Speaks on ‘The Little Mermaid’ Backlash — Variety Reframes Comments to Attack Fans
Disney’s live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid proved divisive. At the center of much of the debate was Halle Bailey, the young actress cast as Ariel. Three years later, she sat down with The Independent to discuss the experience and the support she received behind the scenes from other actresses who have also faced online hostility.
Deadline Changes Tune on Man of Tomorrow Story After James Gunn Calls Their Reporting “Shoddy and Incorrect”
Deadline has amended an earlier story regarding casting for James Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow after receiving backlash from the director and orchestrator of the DC Universe. On Tuesday morning, the outlet published an exclusive article from “multiple sources” claiming that Adria Arjona was screen testing for a role in the upcoming superhero film.
Tom Holland Says Spider-Man: Brand New Day Has Undergone Reshoots
The first trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day hinted that Peter Parker would undergo some significant physical changes—and now, it turns out the film itself has as well. In a new interview with GQ, star Tom Holland revealed that the movie has undergone additional reshoots. Variety reports that the joint Sony and Marvel production had already wrapped principal photography last year.
Florida to Investigate Disney Disability Access Service (DAS) Changes After Mediation Fails
A discrimination complaint related to recent changes in disability DAS accommodations at The Walt Disney Company has advanced to a formal state investigation after mediation efforts did not take place before the deadline. The case involves Disney’s Disability Access...
Jeff Bezos Protecting Rings of Power – Divisive Series Will Complete All 5 Seasons
Suggesting that Jeff Bezos made a significant investment in Rings of Power is putting it mildly. According to The Ankler, Amazon paid $250 million for the global rights to Tolkien’s works, with the first season alone reportedly costing around $465 million to produce. Now approaching its third season—of a planned five—the series is widely described by industry insiders as the most expensive show ever made. It is also, notably, one of the most divisive.
Mark Hamill Praises Dave Filoni Following Kathleen Kennedy Exit, But Will Star Wars Change Course?
Mark Hamill is speaking candidly once again about the direction of Star Wars—and this time, his tone is notably different as he heaps lavish praise on new Lucasfilm boss Dave Filoni. With Kathleen Kennedy stepping away from Lucasfilm after more than a decade at the...
Disney Parks Brings Back “Ladies and Gentlemen”: A Gendered Language Major Cultural Reversal
Have you been exhausted by cast members referring to you as "friend," unable to say "sir" or "ma'am"? If so, don't thank the Phoenicians. Thank Bob Iger and a very strange moment in time in which Disney decided to go all-in on divisive language edicts at their parks!...