Kristen Stewart announced at the beginning of 2024 that she was quitting acting until she got her long-gestated feature directorial debut The Chronology of Water over the line.
The actress and director has achieved her ambition with a first image released today showing her on the set directing Imogen Poots in the lead role.
The movie is adapted from Lidia Yuknavitch’s best-selling 2011 memoir of the same name, with Stewart taking screenplay co-writing credits with Andy Mingo.
A tale of turning trauma into art, the personal story follows protagonist Lidia from her earliest childhood memories in the Pacific Northwest, through explosive misfires and mistakes, children that almost-were, toxic relationships, art heroes, wins and losses.
Drifting in the water of Lidia’s memories, the film follows her journey to becoming a professional writer and repossessing her story by writing one she can live with. The film is billed as “an in-depth exploration of sexuality,...
The actress and director has achieved her ambition with a first image released today showing her on the set directing Imogen Poots in the lead role.
The movie is adapted from Lidia Yuknavitch’s best-selling 2011 memoir of the same name, with Stewart taking screenplay co-writing credits with Andy Mingo.
A tale of turning trauma into art, the personal story follows protagonist Lidia from her earliest childhood memories in the Pacific Northwest, through explosive misfires and mistakes, children that almost-were, toxic relationships, art heroes, wins and losses.
Drifting in the water of Lidia’s memories, the film follows her journey to becoming a professional writer and repossessing her story by writing one she can live with. The film is billed as “an in-depth exploration of sexuality,...
- 9/9/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
The first look at Kristen Stewart’s feature directorial debut, “The Chronology of Water,” is finally here.
The Oscar-nominated actor is pictured above on set with star Imogen Poots, who portrays author Lidia Yuknavitch in the film adaptation of her 2011 bestselling memoir of the same name.
According to the film’s official synopsis, it’s “about turning trauma into art” and follows Lidia “from her earliest childhood memories in the Pacific Northwest, through explosive misfires and mistakes, children that almost-were, toxic relationships, art heroes, wins and losses.”
The film “drifts in the water of Lidia’s memories on her journey to become a professional writer, repossessing her own story by writing one she can live with,” the description continues. “‘The Chronology of Water’ is an in-depth exploration of sexuality, of creativity, an unflinching stare at all the gory details of having a female body and a sensitive depiction of the emotional vocabulary of youth.
The Oscar-nominated actor is pictured above on set with star Imogen Poots, who portrays author Lidia Yuknavitch in the film adaptation of her 2011 bestselling memoir of the same name.
According to the film’s official synopsis, it’s “about turning trauma into art” and follows Lidia “from her earliest childhood memories in the Pacific Northwest, through explosive misfires and mistakes, children that almost-were, toxic relationships, art heroes, wins and losses.”
The film “drifts in the water of Lidia’s memories on her journey to become a professional writer, repossessing her own story by writing one she can live with,” the description continues. “‘The Chronology of Water’ is an in-depth exploration of sexuality, of creativity, an unflinching stare at all the gory details of having a female body and a sensitive depiction of the emotional vocabulary of youth.
- 9/9/2024
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Les Films du Losange and WME Independent have taken on sales for Kristen Stewart’s directorial feature debut The Chronology Of Water.
The film, which releases a first look image today, shot in Latvia and Malta over six weeks in June/July.
The screenplay is written by Stewart and Andy Mingo adapted from Lidia Yuknavitch’s best-selling memoir.
WME Independent is handling North American sales. Les Films du Losange is on board for international sales and French distribution.
The cast of The Chronology of Water includes Imogen Poots as Lidia, Thora Birch, Earl Cave, Michael Epp, Susannah Flood, Kim Gordon and Jim Belushi.
The film, which releases a first look image today, shot in Latvia and Malta over six weeks in June/July.
The screenplay is written by Stewart and Andy Mingo adapted from Lidia Yuknavitch’s best-selling memoir.
WME Independent is handling North American sales. Les Films du Losange is on board for international sales and French distribution.
The cast of The Chronology of Water includes Imogen Poots as Lidia, Thora Birch, Earl Cave, Michael Epp, Susannah Flood, Kim Gordon and Jim Belushi.
- 9/9/2024
- ScreenDaily
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We’re officially less than two months out from Halloween, and only a few short weeks away from it being socially acceptable to start decking our houses out in skeletons and cobwebs. And as we head into spooky season, there’s no more enchanting pair to get us into the spirit than the Sanderson Sisters, who last returned to their bewitching antics in the Disney+ reboot back in 2022.
While there hasn’t been any new “Hocus Pocus” content since, there’s still dozens of merch and decorations inspired by the beloved franchise that make for perfect Halloween companions.
From glittering gold Hocus Pocus-themed Crocs to a Hot Topic Cardigan inspired by the one worn by an 11 year-old Thora Birch in the original film, check out some of the best...
We’re officially less than two months out from Halloween, and only a few short weeks away from it being socially acceptable to start decking our houses out in skeletons and cobwebs. And as we head into spooky season, there’s no more enchanting pair to get us into the spirit than the Sanderson Sisters, who last returned to their bewitching antics in the Disney+ reboot back in 2022.
While there hasn’t been any new “Hocus Pocus” content since, there’s still dozens of merch and decorations inspired by the beloved franchise that make for perfect Halloween companions.
From glittering gold Hocus Pocus-themed Crocs to a Hot Topic Cardigan inspired by the one worn by an 11 year-old Thora Birch in the original film, check out some of the best...
- 9/5/2024
- by Celia Shatzman
- Variety Film + TV
Riley Keough takes in Cinespia’s outdoor screening of the cult classic, True Romance, at Hollywood Forever Cemetery on Saturday (August 10).
The 35-year-old actress was accompanied by her husband Ben, father Danny and best friend, actress Georgie Flores.
Riley is the granddaughter the legendary Elvis Presley, whose name and likeness is peppered throughout the True Romance.
The main character Clarence, played by Christian Slater, hallucinates Elvis as a sort of guardian angel. He even recites one of the most famous lines of the film to his love interest Alabama, played by Patricia Arquette: “I always said, if I had To f— a guy, I mean had to, if my life depended on it, I’d f— Elvis.”
Also in attendance were Amelia Dimoldenberg, Thora Birch, Duke Nicholson, Devon Lee Carlson, Katherine McNamara, and more. Check out the pictures in the gallery!
The 35-year-old actress was accompanied by her husband Ben, father Danny and best friend, actress Georgie Flores.
Riley is the granddaughter the legendary Elvis Presley, whose name and likeness is peppered throughout the True Romance.
The main character Clarence, played by Christian Slater, hallucinates Elvis as a sort of guardian angel. He even recites one of the most famous lines of the film to his love interest Alabama, played by Patricia Arquette: “I always said, if I had To f— a guy, I mean had to, if my life depended on it, I’d f— Elvis.”
Also in attendance were Amelia Dimoldenberg, Thora Birch, Duke Nicholson, Devon Lee Carlson, Katherine McNamara, and more. Check out the pictures in the gallery!
- 8/12/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Check out the sexy beast exploring his inner David Lee Roth in season 3 of Interview With the Vampire.
As previously revealed, the new season of the AMC drama will focus on Lestat (Sam Reid) starting a band and going on tour. At Saturday’s Comic-Con, Reid brought down the roof in Ballroom 20 when fans got a look-see at his rocker alter-ego.
Vampire, which is a contemporary adaptation of Rice’s gothic novel of the same name, just wrapped its second season. The series was renewed for season 3 ahead of its season 2 finale on June 30.
The Vampire panel was followed by a visit from the stars of Mayfair Witches, which has already begun production on an eight-episode second season in New Orleans with the addition of Alyssa Jirrels as a series regular, Ted Levine as a recurring guest...
As previously revealed, the new season of the AMC drama will focus on Lestat (Sam Reid) starting a band and going on tour. At Saturday’s Comic-Con, Reid brought down the roof in Ballroom 20 when fans got a look-see at his rocker alter-ego.
Vampire, which is a contemporary adaptation of Rice’s gothic novel of the same name, just wrapped its second season. The series was renewed for season 3 ahead of its season 2 finale on June 30.
The Vampire panel was followed by a visit from the stars of Mayfair Witches, which has already begun production on an eight-episode second season in New Orleans with the addition of Alyssa Jirrels as a series regular, Ted Levine as a recurring guest...
- 7/28/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
More of AMC's extensive Anne Rice Universe is on the way. During the latest episode of Interview with the Vampire season 2, AMC released a brief teaser for the upcoming sophomore season of its other notable Rice series, Mayfair Witches, based on the Lives of the Mayfair Witches book series.
But before you get too excited, the teaser is just that, a teaser, and a brief one at that. It doesn't give anything away about the show's second season, only confirming that it will be released in 2025.
As you can see, the clip is only 15 seconds long and just includes a few little quotes like, "the legacy continues," and "embrace the darkness."
Some spoilers ahead for the end of Mayfair Witches season 1.
When we last saw Dr. Rowan Fielding (Alexandra Daddario), she had finally begun to embrace her power and authority as the new reigning designee of the Mayfair family.
But before you get too excited, the teaser is just that, a teaser, and a brief one at that. It doesn't give anything away about the show's second season, only confirming that it will be released in 2025.
As you can see, the clip is only 15 seconds long and just includes a few little quotes like, "the legacy continues," and "embrace the darkness."
Some spoilers ahead for the end of Mayfair Witches season 1.
When we last saw Dr. Rowan Fielding (Alexandra Daddario), she had finally begun to embrace her power and authority as the new reigning designee of the Mayfair family.
- 5/27/2024
- by Mads Lennon
- 1428 Elm
Exclusive: Aaron Eckhart and Devon Sawa are teaming with director Jesse V. Johnson for Thieves Highway.
Red Sea Media is handling foreign sales here at the Marche du Film in Cannes.
Travis Mills’ penned the crime thriller which Corey Large (One Ranger) is producing through his 308 Enterprises banner.
EPs are Kirk Shaw, Jordan Nott and Jon Keeyes (White Elephant). BondIt Media Capital and Pink 308 will finance the feature.
Eckhart plays an Oklahoma Stock Detective in over his head in the Breaking Bad world of modern cattle rustling. Eckhart and Johnson previously collaborated on Vertical’s Chief of Station which is currently in theaters and streaming.
Ex-stuntman, Johnson says, “Thieves Highway is a passion project, for Aaron and me. We spent a lot of time developing Travis Mills’ script, embracing factual anecdotes and actual characters...
Red Sea Media is handling foreign sales here at the Marche du Film in Cannes.
Travis Mills’ penned the crime thriller which Corey Large (One Ranger) is producing through his 308 Enterprises banner.
EPs are Kirk Shaw, Jordan Nott and Jon Keeyes (White Elephant). BondIt Media Capital and Pink 308 will finance the feature.
Eckhart plays an Oklahoma Stock Detective in over his head in the Breaking Bad world of modern cattle rustling. Eckhart and Johnson previously collaborated on Vertical’s Chief of Station which is currently in theaters and streaming.
Ex-stuntman, Johnson says, “Thieves Highway is a passion project, for Aaron and me. We spent a lot of time developing Travis Mills’ script, embracing factual anecdotes and actual characters...
- 5/20/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Season 2 of the hit Netflix Addams Family series Wednesday is expected to start filming in Ireland (season 1 was shot in Romania) by the end of this month, and some new cast members are joining in on the fun this time around. Last week, we learned that Steve Buscemi (Fargo) has been cast as the new principal of Nevermore Academy, and now Variety reports that Thandiwe Newton has signed on to play an unspecified role.
Newton’s previous credits include Westworld, All the Old Knives, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Rogue, The Slap, Vanishing on 7th Street, 2012, ER, W., Norbit, The Pursuit of Happyness, Crash, The Chronicles of Riddick, Mission: Impossible II, Beloved, Jefferson in Paris, Interview with the Vampire, and Flirting, among many others.
The first season of Wednesday consisted of eight episodes. The show comes to us from Millar Gough Ink, Tim Burton Productions, Toluca Pictures, and MGM Television,...
Newton’s previous credits include Westworld, All the Old Knives, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Rogue, The Slap, Vanishing on 7th Street, 2012, ER, W., Norbit, The Pursuit of Happyness, Crash, The Chronicles of Riddick, Mission: Impossible II, Beloved, Jefferson in Paris, Interview with the Vampire, and Flirting, among many others.
The first season of Wednesday consisted of eight episodes. The show comes to us from Millar Gough Ink, Tim Burton Productions, Toluca Pictures, and MGM Television,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Acting jobs seem to be coming back slowly but surely since the strikes last year, but not everyone is thrilled with the pace at which jobs are returning.
Several actors and actresses feel as if things are too slow, they can't get work, and panic is setting in.
Amid the panic, several shows have been announcing their new cast members this week.
Are roles in Hollywood really that slim? Will things pick back up? Who has been cast in new roles this week? Let's take a look at all of this information and see what the deal is with Hollywood.
Actors Fear for Work as Hollywood Picks Back Up Following Strikes
Last year was a tough year for actors and writers as we went through the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, bringing a lot of television production to a screeching halt.
New deals and contracts were made, and things are picking back up,...
Several actors and actresses feel as if things are too slow, they can't get work, and panic is setting in.
Amid the panic, several shows have been announcing their new cast members this week.
Are roles in Hollywood really that slim? Will things pick back up? Who has been cast in new roles this week? Let's take a look at all of this information and see what the deal is with Hollywood.
Actors Fear for Work as Hollywood Picks Back Up Following Strikes
Last year was a tough year for actors and writers as we went through the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, bringing a lot of television production to a screeching halt.
New deals and contracts were made, and things are picking back up,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Devin Piel
- TVfanatic
“Oppenheimer” took home an impressive seven Academy Awards at Sunday’s Oscars, including the night’s top prize of Best Picture. The Universal movie also won Best Director for Christopher Nolan and Best Actor for Cillian Murphy amongst a number of other awards. That is one below the total of eight wins we predicted for the film as “The Zone of Interest” beat the movie to win Best Sound. However, seven is still a huge tally and places “Oppenheimer” amongst the Best Picture winners to take home the highest amount of Oscars this century. Scroll down below for a complete list of every Best Picture winner this century ranked by total Oscar wins.
“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2004) — 11 Oscars won
Dir: Peter Jackson
Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood, Sean Astin
Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron’s army to...
“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2004) — 11 Oscars won
Dir: Peter Jackson
Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood, Sean Astin
Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron’s army to...
- 3/8/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: Ben Feldman has joined the cast of the AMC series Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches for Season 2 in a series regular role. He will portray Sam ‘Lark’ Larkin, a successful CEO of a genetics startup and Rowan’s (Alexandra Daddario) former boyfriend, who has re-entered her life.
Based on Rice’s best-selling trilogy, Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches focuses on an intuitive young neurosurgeon, Rowan Fielding (Alexandra Daddario) who discovers that she is the unlikely heir to a family of witches. As she grapples with her newfound powers, she must contend with a sinister presence that has haunted her family for generations.
The series also stars Jack Huston as “Lasher,” Tongayi Chirisa as “Ciprien Grieve” and Hamlin as “Cortland Mayfair.” First-look images of the new season were released in February with additional castings including Alyssa Jirrels as a series regular, Ted Levine as a recurring guest star...
Based on Rice’s best-selling trilogy, Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches focuses on an intuitive young neurosurgeon, Rowan Fielding (Alexandra Daddario) who discovers that she is the unlikely heir to a family of witches. As she grapples with her newfound powers, she must contend with a sinister presence that has haunted her family for generations.
The series also stars Jack Huston as “Lasher,” Tongayi Chirisa as “Ciprien Grieve” and Hamlin as “Cortland Mayfair.” First-look images of the new season were released in February with additional castings including Alyssa Jirrels as a series regular, Ted Levine as a recurring guest star...
- 3/7/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Season 2 of the hit Netflix Addams Family series Wednesday is expected to start filming in Ireland (season 1 was shot in Romania) sometime in late April, and during an interview with Vanity Fair the show’s star Jenna Ortega confirmed that she is about to get ready to return to the world of Wednesday Addams, revealing that she has been reading the season scripts recently – and promising that every episode of the new season will have something that will make it stand out and be memorable.
Vanity Fair asked Ortega about a previous quote where she said Wednesday season 2 will be more episodic, with each episode coming off like a standalone movie, and that it would lean further into horror. She responded, “I’ve just been reading scripts. By the time we actually start shooting, it will have been over two years since we wrapped. So internally, mentally, I’m like,...
Vanity Fair asked Ortega about a previous quote where she said Wednesday season 2 will be more episodic, with each episode coming off like a standalone movie, and that it would lean further into horror. She responded, “I’ve just been reading scripts. By the time we actually start shooting, it will have been over two years since we wrapped. So internally, mentally, I’m like,...
- 2/22/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
It's been almost a year since we last saw Alexandra Daddario as Rowan Fielding in the Mayfair Witches, but Season 2 is coming.
Mayfair Witches Season 1 ended with some bombshell moments, from Rowan's father's identity being uncovered to the birth of Rowan's child, and ultimately, the powerful line, "You can't control me," which resonates with all of Rowan's character.
This exciting story will continue in Mayfair Witches Season 2 as we follow Rowan and Lasher (Jack Huston) in their next journey together, and it's going to be one for the books. That is if it's anything like the second book in Anne Rice's series.
There are also some new faces joining the cast, so let's dive in and see what Season 2 has in store for us.
Who is in the Mayfair Witches Season 2 Cast?
We can surely expect some returning faces in Mayfair Witches Season 2, including Alexandria Daddario as Rowan...
Mayfair Witches Season 1 ended with some bombshell moments, from Rowan's father's identity being uncovered to the birth of Rowan's child, and ultimately, the powerful line, "You can't control me," which resonates with all of Rowan's character.
This exciting story will continue in Mayfair Witches Season 2 as we follow Rowan and Lasher (Jack Huston) in their next journey together, and it's going to be one for the books. That is if it's anything like the second book in Anne Rice's series.
There are also some new faces joining the cast, so let's dive in and see what Season 2 has in store for us.
Who is in the Mayfair Witches Season 2 Cast?
We can surely expect some returning faces in Mayfair Witches Season 2, including Alexandria Daddario as Rowan...
- 2/16/2024
- by Devin Piel
- TVfanatic
Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul alum Giancarlo Esposito is diving back into the criminal underworld in his new AMC series Parish — and this time, he’s in the driver’s seat.
AMC has released a new trailer for the six-episode series and set a premiere date as well: It debuts Sunday, Mar. 31 at 10/9c on AMC and its streaming service AMC+. In the trailer — which you can watch above — Esposito plays Gracián “Gray” Parish, who takes a job as a driver for a shady criminal syndicate, which leads to him evading gunfire and disposing of dead bodies. He’s...
AMC has released a new trailer for the six-episode series and set a premiere date as well: It debuts Sunday, Mar. 31 at 10/9c on AMC and its streaming service AMC+. In the trailer — which you can watch above — Esposito plays Gracián “Gray” Parish, who takes a job as a driver for a shady criminal syndicate, which leads to him evading gunfire and disposing of dead bodies. He’s...
- 2/6/2024
- by Dave Nemetz
- TVLine.com
“Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire” has a return date at last. Season 2 will premiere on Sunday, May 12 on AMC and AMC+, the network announced Tuesday during the Television Critics Association winter press tour.
In addition, “Breaking Bad” and “Billions” alum David Costabile will guest-star in the eight-episode second season as a TV personality named Leonard who has a run-in with Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Other guest stars include Roxane Duran as Madeleine and Bally Gill as Real Rashid.
Season 2 picks up with Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) recounting his life story with Molloy in 2022 after the vampire and Claudia conspired to kill Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid) in New Orleans in 1940. Louis and Claudia head to Europe to discover Old World Vampires and the Theatre Des Vampires in Paris, where Louis first meets the vampire Armand (Assad Zaman). Louis and Armand’s love affair will have...
In addition, “Breaking Bad” and “Billions” alum David Costabile will guest-star in the eight-episode second season as a TV personality named Leonard who has a run-in with Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Other guest stars include Roxane Duran as Madeleine and Bally Gill as Real Rashid.
Season 2 picks up with Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) recounting his life story with Molloy in 2022 after the vampire and Claudia conspired to kill Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid) in New Orleans in 1940. Louis and Claudia head to Europe to discover Old World Vampires and the Theatre Des Vampires in Paris, where Louis first meets the vampire Armand (Assad Zaman). Louis and Armand’s love affair will have...
- 2/6/2024
- by Joyce Eng
- Gold Derby
Thora Birch is going back to her witchy roots. The Hocus Pocus star has joined Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches Season 2 as a guest star, AMC announced Tuesday, February 6. Joining her as a Season 2 guest star is Monk star Ted Levine. Fatal Attraction‘s Alyssa Jirrels has joined the cast as a series regular. Mayfair Witches Season 2 has begun production on an eight-episode second season in New Orleans. The series stars Alexandra Daddario as Dr. Rowan Fielding, a neurosurgeon who in Season 1 learns she’s part of a powerful family of witches whose occult powers date back centuries thanks to a tempestuous relationship with a mysterious and dangerous magical being named Lasher (Jack Huston). Season 2 will premiere in 2024 on AMC and AMC+. The cast announcement was made at the Television Critics Association Winter 2024 press tour in Pasadena, California, on February 6. In Mayfair Witches Season 2, Jirrels stars as Moira Mayfair, Rowan...
- 2/6/2024
- TV Insider
The second season of “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches” is now in production in New Orleans and will return to AMC later in 2024. AMC announced the start of production at the Television Critics Association press tour on Tuesday, along with several new additions to the cast led by Alexandra Daddario.
New additions include “Hocus Pocus” and “American Beauty” star Thora Birch, who will join the eight-episode Season 2 as a guest star; “Silence of the Lambs” and “Monk” actor Ted Levine, who joins as a recurring guest star and Alyssa Jirrels, who joins as a series regular.
All the new cast members will play a role in the title Mayfair family. Birch stars as Gifford, a self-deprecating tarot card reader and wannabe-bohemian who lately spends a lot of time at her lake house. Levine will play Julien, Cortland’s (Harry Hamlin) father; a master manipulator and diabolical presence that haunts the family.
New additions include “Hocus Pocus” and “American Beauty” star Thora Birch, who will join the eight-episode Season 2 as a guest star; “Silence of the Lambs” and “Monk” actor Ted Levine, who joins as a recurring guest star and Alyssa Jirrels, who joins as a series regular.
All the new cast members will play a role in the title Mayfair family. Birch stars as Gifford, a self-deprecating tarot card reader and wannabe-bohemian who lately spends a lot of time at her lake house. Levine will play Julien, Cortland’s (Harry Hamlin) father; a master manipulator and diabolical presence that haunts the family.
- 2/6/2024
- by Haleigh Foutch
- The Wrap
The Anne Rice Immortal Universe continues to progress at AMC Networks, with “Mayfair Witches” heading into production on its second season and adding new actors to its cast while “Interview With the Vampire” has set its Season 2 premiere date and added a guest cast.
Alyssa Jirrels has joined “Mayfair Witches” Season 2 as a series regular, playing Moira Mayfair. Moira is Rowan Fielding’s (Alexandra Daddario) cousin and a mind reader who blames the family and Lasher (Jack Huston) for the death of her sister Tessa (Madison Wolfe). As a recurring guest star, Ted Levine will play as Julien Mayfair, Cortland’s (Harry Hamlin) father, a master manipulator and diabolical presence that haunts the family. Thora Birch guest stars as Gifford Mayfair, a self-deprecating tarot card reader and wannabe-bohemian who lately spends a lot of time at her lake house.
Season 2 of “Mayfair Witches” is currently in production in New Orleans...
Alyssa Jirrels has joined “Mayfair Witches” Season 2 as a series regular, playing Moira Mayfair. Moira is Rowan Fielding’s (Alexandra Daddario) cousin and a mind reader who blames the family and Lasher (Jack Huston) for the death of her sister Tessa (Madison Wolfe). As a recurring guest star, Ted Levine will play as Julien Mayfair, Cortland’s (Harry Hamlin) father, a master manipulator and diabolical presence that haunts the family. Thora Birch guest stars as Gifford Mayfair, a self-deprecating tarot card reader and wannabe-bohemian who lately spends a lot of time at her lake house.
Season 2 of “Mayfair Witches” is currently in production in New Orleans...
- 2/6/2024
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
AMC Networks is sharing updates on Anne Rice’s Immortal Universe, including casting notes, premiere date and a production update for hits Interview with the Vampire and Mayfair Witches, as well as development news for a potential third series.
As revealed on Tuesday during the network’s TCA presentation, AMC is currently developing a potential third series in the franchise, written and executive produced by Oscar-nominated John Lee Hancock (The Blind Side), based on the secret society, The Talamasca, featured in several of Rice’s novels.
Interview with the Vampire will premiere its second season on Sunday, May 12 on AMC and AMC+ with David Costabile joining as a guest star. He will portray Leonard, a seasoned TV personality who has a run-in with Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Additionally, recurring guest stars this season include Roxane Duran as Madeleine and Bally Gill as Real Rashid.
As revealed on Tuesday during the network’s TCA presentation, AMC is currently developing a potential third series in the franchise, written and executive produced by Oscar-nominated John Lee Hancock (The Blind Side), based on the secret society, The Talamasca, featured in several of Rice’s novels.
Interview with the Vampire will premiere its second season on Sunday, May 12 on AMC and AMC+ with David Costabile joining as a guest star. He will portray Leonard, a seasoned TV personality who has a run-in with Molloy (Eric Bogosian). Additionally, recurring guest stars this season include Roxane Duran as Madeleine and Bally Gill as Real Rashid.
- 2/6/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
With two shows on the air and a third in development, the Anne Rice universe continues to take shape at AMC.
The basic cable network used its time at the Television Critics Association’s winter press tour Tuesday to provide updates on the second seasons of Interview With the Vampire and Mayfair Witches while reiterating its development of a third show in the franchise based on the secret society The Talamasca.
Here are the latest updates in the franchise:
Interview With the Vampire
The second season of Interview returns for its second season on Sunday, May 12, and has added David Costabile (Breaking Bad, Suits) as a guest star. The eight-episode season wrapped production in 2023 in Prague, Paris and New Orleans. Jacob Anderson and Eric Bogosian return to lead the cast in season two, which AMC says picks up “from the bloody events in New Orleans in 1940 when Louis and teen...
The basic cable network used its time at the Television Critics Association’s winter press tour Tuesday to provide updates on the second seasons of Interview With the Vampire and Mayfair Witches while reiterating its development of a third show in the franchise based on the secret society The Talamasca.
Here are the latest updates in the franchise:
Interview With the Vampire
The second season of Interview returns for its second season on Sunday, May 12, and has added David Costabile (Breaking Bad, Suits) as a guest star. The eight-episode season wrapped production in 2023 in Prague, Paris and New Orleans. Jacob Anderson and Eric Bogosian return to lead the cast in season two, which AMC says picks up “from the bloody events in New Orleans in 1940 when Louis and teen...
- 2/6/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Thora Birch is getting back to her spellbinding roots with a role in Season 2 of Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches, TVLine has learned. The Hocus Pocus actress will play Gifford Mayfair, officially described as a “self-deprecating tarot card reader and wannabe-bohemian who lately spends a lot of time at her lake house.”
News of Birch’s casting was announced Tuesday during AMC Networks’ session at the Television Critics Association’s winter press tour, along two other additions: Alyssa Jirrels (Fatal Attraction) will play the series-regular role of Moira Mayfair, a mind reader who holds her family and Lasher responsible for...
News of Birch’s casting was announced Tuesday during AMC Networks’ session at the Television Critics Association’s winter press tour, along two other additions: Alyssa Jirrels (Fatal Attraction) will play the series-regular role of Moira Mayfair, a mind reader who holds her family and Lasher responsible for...
- 2/6/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Thora Birch has been performing in Hollywood since she was just a tiny tyke, famously playing Dani Dennison in the cult Halloween classic "Hocus Pocus," where she becomes the target of the malevolent Sanderson sisters. But although one of her most memorable roles came in 1993, when she was just 11 years old, that was far from the end of her career as an actress. Birch has continued to work in the industry, lending her talents to television series, films, music videos, and even podcasts over the years.
Birch's career has been defined by a few standout performances in films that captured the imaginations of audiences everywhere, but one of the most inspiring aspects of her time in Hollywood is that whenever she has been in danger of being completely subsumed by these larger-than-life roles, she shifts gears, navigating a career as a performer on her own terms. If you haven't given...
Birch's career has been defined by a few standout performances in films that captured the imaginations of audiences everywhere, but one of the most inspiring aspects of her time in Hollywood is that whenever she has been in danger of being completely subsumed by these larger-than-life roles, she shifts gears, navigating a career as a performer on her own terms. If you haven't given...
- 1/22/2024
- by Audrey Fox
- Slash Film
You can’t always count on something that was initially released through a streaming service to receive a physical media release, but one streaming show that’s set to reach Blu-ray and DVD soon is the hit Netflix Addams Family series Wednesday. Season 1 of Wednesday will be getting a Blu-ray and DVD release on March 26th, and copies can be pre-ordered through Amazon! Meanwhile, Wednesday season 2 is gearing up for production. The new episodes are expected to start filming in Ireland (season 1 was shot in Romania) sometime in late April.
The first season of Wednesday consisted of eight episodes. The show comes to us from Millar Gough Ink, Tim Burton Productions, Toluca Pictures, and MGM Television, and is described as a comedic, supernaturally-infused coming-of-age series that follows the teenage girl’s years as a student at Nevermore Academy, where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous...
The first season of Wednesday consisted of eight episodes. The show comes to us from Millar Gough Ink, Tim Burton Productions, Toluca Pictures, and MGM Television, and is described as a comedic, supernaturally-infused coming-of-age series that follows the teenage girl’s years as a student at Nevermore Academy, where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous...
- 1/9/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Kristen Stewart and Salma Hayek are helping celebrate their friend Penelope Cruz!
The two actresses hosted a celebration for Penelope‘s starring role in the movie Ferrari on Thursday afternoon (December 14) at the Mandarin Oriental Residences in Beverly Hills, Calif.
The new movie, directed by Michael Mann, will be in theaters on December 25.
Penelope was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Performance by the Gotham Awards and the movie is receiving the Gotham Awards’ Icon and Creator Tribute for Innovation.
More stars in attendance at the luncheon included Alicia Silverstone, Clifton Collins Jr, Eiza Gonzalez, Geena Davis, Jacqueline Bisset, Maria Bello, Maria Conchita Alonso, Patricia Arquette, Q’Orianka Kilcher, Thora Birch, and Vin Diesel with partner Paloma Jimenez.
Browse through the gallery for all of the photos from inside the luncheon…...
The two actresses hosted a celebration for Penelope‘s starring role in the movie Ferrari on Thursday afternoon (December 14) at the Mandarin Oriental Residences in Beverly Hills, Calif.
The new movie, directed by Michael Mann, will be in theaters on December 25.
Penelope was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Performance by the Gotham Awards and the movie is receiving the Gotham Awards’ Icon and Creator Tribute for Innovation.
More stars in attendance at the luncheon included Alicia Silverstone, Clifton Collins Jr, Eiza Gonzalez, Geena Davis, Jacqueline Bisset, Maria Bello, Maria Conchita Alonso, Patricia Arquette, Q’Orianka Kilcher, Thora Birch, and Vin Diesel with partner Paloma Jimenez.
Browse through the gallery for all of the photos from inside the luncheon…...
- 12/15/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Exclusive: Peter Facinelli (On Fire) has signed on to star in Convergence, a sci-fi action thriller that Josh Sternfeld (Fortress: Sniper’s Eye) is directing for Centerboro Productions.
In the film written by Michael K. Anderson (The Wonder Show), Centerboro President Patricia A. Beninati (Hubble: 20 Years of Discovery) and Jeff Knight (The Wonder Show), the actor plays Sam Reilly, a Supervisory Ice Officer who comes to question his worldview as he’s forced into conflict with an alien threat, fighting to save the Earth from an invasion and rescue a young girl who lost her family in the chaos. When an alien satellite crash lands in the desert of New Mexico, it infects two geologists sent to investigate with a mysterious, terrifying, and deadly condition. As the contagion begins to spread and threatens all of humanity, Sam’s joined in his fight for the future of the planet by a CDC Doctor.
In the film written by Michael K. Anderson (The Wonder Show), Centerboro President Patricia A. Beninati (Hubble: 20 Years of Discovery) and Jeff Knight (The Wonder Show), the actor plays Sam Reilly, a Supervisory Ice Officer who comes to question his worldview as he’s forced into conflict with an alien threat, fighting to save the Earth from an invasion and rescue a young girl who lost her family in the chaos. When an alien satellite crash lands in the desert of New Mexico, it infects two geologists sent to investigate with a mysterious, terrifying, and deadly condition. As the contagion begins to spread and threatens all of humanity, Sam’s joined in his fight for the future of the planet by a CDC Doctor.
- 12/4/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
American Beauty (1999)A sexually frustrated suburban father has a mid-life crisis after becoming infatuated with his daughter’s best friend.Rating: 8.3/10Stars: Kevin Spacey (Lester Burnham), Annette Bening (Carolyn Burnham), Thora Birch (Jane Burnham), Wes Bentley (Ricky Fitts)20th Century Women (2017)The story of a teenage boy, his mother, and...
- 11/4/2023
- by The A.V. Club Bot
- avclub.com
Graphic: Images: IMDBAmerican Beauty (1999)
A sexually frustrated suburban father has a mid-life crisis after becoming infatuated with his daughter’s best friend.
Rating: 8.3/10
Stars: Kevin Spacey (Lester Burnham), Annette Bening (Carolyn Burnham), Thora Birch (Jane Burnham), Wes Bentley (Ricky Fitts)
20th Century Women (2017)
The story of a teenage boy, his mother,...
A sexually frustrated suburban father has a mid-life crisis after becoming infatuated with his daughter’s best friend.
Rating: 8.3/10
Stars: Kevin Spacey (Lester Burnham), Annette Bening (Carolyn Burnham), Thora Birch (Jane Burnham), Wes Bentley (Ricky Fitts)
20th Century Women (2017)
The story of a teenage boy, his mother,...
- 11/4/2023
- avclub.com
Max Dennison, Dani Dennison, Allison Watts, and Thackery Binx made a triumphant return to Salem last weekend, but it wasn’t the Sanderson Sisters who brought them together in the historic Massachusetts town this time. Actors Omri Katz, Thora Birch, Vinessa Shaw, and Jason Marsden commemorated the Hocus Pocus 30th anniversary with an celebration dubbed It’s Just a Buncha Halloween.
“It exceeded my expectations!” exclaimed Marsden of the festivities, which consisted of a costume party, a meet and greet, and a tour of the filming locations. “Not to present false modesty, I understand how popular this project is, but I never expected the amount of people to flock to the party and to wait out in the rain for hours on end just to say hello to us. What made it all worthwhile was the energy by the local Salemites. It really, really enhanced the experience for us.”
“I had the best time,...
“It exceeded my expectations!” exclaimed Marsden of the festivities, which consisted of a costume party, a meet and greet, and a tour of the filming locations. “Not to present false modesty, I understand how popular this project is, but I never expected the amount of people to flock to the party and to wait out in the rain for hours on end just to say hello to us. What made it all worthwhile was the energy by the local Salemites. It really, really enhanced the experience for us.”
“I had the best time,...
- 10/26/2023
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
It's Halloween, and what's the spooky season without a little "Hocus Pocus," my sweet children? The beloved Disney movie may have been a box office flop when it debuted in theaters back in the summer of 1993. But today, it's a seasonal favorite that many consider one of the greatest Halloween movies of all time. Just earlier this month, the movie re-entered the box office charts in the #10 spot, thanks to 30th anniversary screenings at theaters across the country. The love even spawned a long-anticipated sequel, and though it doesn't quite measure up to the original, there may be another one in the works at Disney.
In the meantime, for those who want more of the Sanderson Sisters stirring up trouble, Lego has you covered. Earlier this year, the building brick company released a Lego version of the creepy Sanderson Sisters' cottage, inspired by a fanmade Lego Ideas creation that was...
In the meantime, for those who want more of the Sanderson Sisters stirring up trouble, Lego has you covered. Earlier this year, the building brick company released a Lego version of the creepy Sanderson Sisters' cottage, inspired by a fanmade Lego Ideas creation that was...
- 10/23/2023
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
It’s been 30 years since Winifred Sanderson and her sisters put a spell on fans, and “Hocus Pocus” remains a Halloween classic. So, what are the witchy women up to these days? What about the kids they tormented? Well, at least when it comes to the latter, they aren’t kids anymore.
In fact, you can catch most of them at fan conventions across the country when they aren’t on-screen. Vinessa Shaw, Omri Katz, Thora Birch and Jason Marsden have reunited more than a few times at events in the last few years, as “Hocus Pocus” found its cult following later in its life cycle.
As for the Sanderson sisters, well, they’re obviously still hard at work in Hollywood too. In fact, they just reunited last year for “Hocus Pocus 2” on Disney+.
You can see what the ‘Hocus Pocus” cast looks like now in the photos below.
In fact, you can catch most of them at fan conventions across the country when they aren’t on-screen. Vinessa Shaw, Omri Katz, Thora Birch and Jason Marsden have reunited more than a few times at events in the last few years, as “Hocus Pocus” found its cult following later in its life cycle.
As for the Sanderson sisters, well, they’re obviously still hard at work in Hollywood too. In fact, they just reunited last year for “Hocus Pocus 2” on Disney+.
You can see what the ‘Hocus Pocus” cast looks like now in the photos below.
- 10/21/2023
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
A lot has changed since "Hocus Pocus" (aka The Ultimate Halloween movie) was released in 1993, especially the actors. Ok, maybe Bette Midler looks mostly the same, but the child and teen stars from the original haunting tale are all grown up now. And while some, like Thora Birch and Sean Murray, have continued to act in film and TV, others, like Omri Katz, have moved on to other projects. Only the original Sanderson sisters - Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, and Midler - plus Doug Jones returned in 2022's long-awaited sequel, but we can always watch the original movie again and revisit the Salem residents we first fell in love with.
Back in 2018, Parker confessed on "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" that though the movie is a classic with fans, her own recollection of it was pretty hazy. "I don't have a lot of memories. I remember the filming of it.
Back in 2018, Parker confessed on "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" that though the movie is a classic with fans, her own recollection of it was pretty hazy. "I don't have a lot of memories. I remember the filming of it.
- 9/28/2023
- by Maggie Panos
- Popsugar.com
With its 30th-anniversary rerelease the family-friendly Witches of Eastwick secures its status as a sweet-natured and sometimes weirdly brutal cult favourite
Maybe it’s beside the point to have a 30th-anniversary rerelease for Disney’s Halloween witch comedy starring Bette Midler – it’s been on a kind of permanent, low-level rerelease for three decades. The persistent, annual revival on US TV since it bombed on its cinema release in 1993 is supposed to be what’s gradually turned this film into a slow-burn success and then a cult favourite. Watching it again reveals Hocus Pocus to be … well … the pretty good film that it should have been recognised as at the time, a sort of family-friendly Witches of Eastwick.
A cheeky 17th-century prologue sequence in Salem, Massachusetts establishes that – whatever Arthur Miller might claim – witches with evil power were a real thing and the menfolk of the time were entirely justified in hating and fearing them.
Maybe it’s beside the point to have a 30th-anniversary rerelease for Disney’s Halloween witch comedy starring Bette Midler – it’s been on a kind of permanent, low-level rerelease for three decades. The persistent, annual revival on US TV since it bombed on its cinema release in 1993 is supposed to be what’s gradually turned this film into a slow-burn success and then a cult favourite. Watching it again reveals Hocus Pocus to be … well … the pretty good film that it should have been recognised as at the time, a sort of family-friendly Witches of Eastwick.
A cheeky 17th-century prologue sequence in Salem, Massachusetts establishes that – whatever Arthur Miller might claim – witches with evil power were a real thing and the menfolk of the time were entirely justified in hating and fearing them.
- 9/27/2023
- by Peter Bradshaw
- The Guardian - Film News
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including the Kering Foundation dinner, The Continental: From the World of John Wick special screening and W Magazine and Chanel’s Sofia Coppola Archive: 1999-2023 celebration.
Kelce premiere
Philadelphia Eagles captain Jason Kelce, wife Kylie Kelce and mother Donna Kelce were surrounded by family, friends, teammates and filmmakers to celebrate the Philadelphia premiere of Prime Video’s documentary Kelce on Sept. 8.
Producer Sheena M. Joyce, director Don Argott, Amazon head of original sports content Matt Newman, vp, Prime Video, Amazon global head of sports Jay Marine, Jason Kelce, Amazon unscripted creative executive Karin Hammerberg, Larry Platt and Connor Barwin
Estée Lauder x Highsnobiety party
Highsnobiety and Estée Lauder hosted an “All Beauty No Rest” celebration at the Hotel Chelsea on Sept. 8 to toast New York Fashion Week and Estée Lauder’s Advanced Night Repair serum.
Kelce premiere
Philadelphia Eagles captain Jason Kelce, wife Kylie Kelce and mother Donna Kelce were surrounded by family, friends, teammates and filmmakers to celebrate the Philadelphia premiere of Prime Video’s documentary Kelce on Sept. 8.
Producer Sheena M. Joyce, director Don Argott, Amazon head of original sports content Matt Newman, vp, Prime Video, Amazon global head of sports Jay Marine, Jason Kelce, Amazon unscripted creative executive Karin Hammerberg, Larry Platt and Connor Barwin
Estée Lauder x Highsnobiety party
Highsnobiety and Estée Lauder hosted an “All Beauty No Rest” celebration at the Hotel Chelsea on Sept. 8 to toast New York Fashion Week and Estée Lauder’s Advanced Night Repair serum.
- 9/15/2023
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Don’t believe anything you read. Hocus Pocus is a damn good movie. From its opening frame, the 1993 film contains all the magic and wonder you could want from a gateway horror movie – earning its place next to other ‘90s essentials like Halloweentown. It’s got a talking black cat, spooky spellcasting, a zombie, and three children-eating witches – oh my! Released in the height of summer (July 12), the Kenny Ortega-directed feature hasn’t lost its allure. In fact, its legacy is as strong as ever. It’s still an extraordinarily fun picture 30 years later.
Hocus Pocus endures because of nostalgia. In the era of TV reboots, remakes, and requels, millennials yearn for their childhood and a simpler time. There’s a reason we got a completely unnecessary sequel last fall. But more importantly, Hocus Pocus defines an entire generation of horror fans. For many, it was their very first spooky movie.
Hocus Pocus endures because of nostalgia. In the era of TV reboots, remakes, and requels, millennials yearn for their childhood and a simpler time. There’s a reason we got a completely unnecessary sequel last fall. But more importantly, Hocus Pocus defines an entire generation of horror fans. For many, it was their very first spooky movie.
- 8/17/2023
- by Bee Delores
- bloody-disgusting.com
This episode of the Horror TV Shows We Miss video series was Written and Narrated by Niki Minter, Edited by Adam Walton, Produced by John Fallon, and Executive Produced by Berge Garabedian.
The Chiller Channel was a huge gateway for me. I had been exposed to whatever my mom watched previous to that, or whatever weird shit I found at 2Am… it’s more than you think. Chiller brought me the things I missed out on when they originally aired. One of those is Night Visions.
Night Visions originally aired in 2001, though it was meant to air the year prior, but one of our previous series, Freakylinks took its place. I’m not upset about this– Freakylinks was the series we deserved. Then on July 6th, 2001, brooding punk poet and man of many black tees, Henry Rollins entered our homes through the small screen. He’d probably give me shit for using the word brooding.
The Chiller Channel was a huge gateway for me. I had been exposed to whatever my mom watched previous to that, or whatever weird shit I found at 2Am… it’s more than you think. Chiller brought me the things I missed out on when they originally aired. One of those is Night Visions.
Night Visions originally aired in 2001, though it was meant to air the year prior, but one of our previous series, Freakylinks took its place. I’m not upset about this– Freakylinks was the series we deserved. Then on July 6th, 2001, brooding punk poet and man of many black tees, Henry Rollins entered our homes through the small screen. He’d probably give me shit for using the word brooding.
- 8/15/2023
- by Niki Minter
- JoBlo.com
“I didn’t expect it, so that just makes it that more special,” Salvador Perez reveals about his 2023 Emmy nomination for “Hocus Pocus 2” in the category of Best Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes. The Disney+ telefilm is also nominated for Best TV Movie and Best Music Composition. The costume designer, who was previously recognized for “The Mindy Project” in 2015, continues on, “To be recognized was just cake with icing, and then cake on top of icing.” Watch the exclusive video interview above.
Perez calls himself “a huge fan” of the original Disney film, which introduced the campy Sanderson witches — Bette Midler as Winnie, Sarah Jessica Parker as Sarah and Kathy Najimy as Mary — to audiences in 1993. “I’ve probably seen it 30 or 40 times,” he tells us. “I also had the benefit of being friends with Mary E. Vogt, who designed the original movie, and was able to ask her about details and where things came from.
Perez calls himself “a huge fan” of the original Disney film, which introduced the campy Sanderson witches — Bette Midler as Winnie, Sarah Jessica Parker as Sarah and Kathy Najimy as Mary — to audiences in 1993. “I’ve probably seen it 30 or 40 times,” he tells us. “I also had the benefit of being friends with Mary E. Vogt, who designed the original movie, and was able to ask her about details and where things came from.
- 7/27/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Robert Lieberman, who directed films including Fire in the Sky and D3: The Mighty Ducks, episodes of The X-Files, Dexter and Criminal Minds and thousands of commercials, has died. He was 75.
Lieberman died July 1 in Los Angeles after a long battle with cancer, his son, Nick Lieberman, who co-directed Searchlight Pictures’ Theater Camp, which hit the big screen this weekend, announced.
Lieberman helmed TV spots for such companies as McDonald’s, Hallmark and Oreo and worked with talent ranging from President Clinton, Ray Charles and Jerry Lewis to Michael Jordan, Anne Hathaway and Kenan Thompson. He received more than two dozen Clio Awards and, in 1979, the inaugural DGA Award for commercials.
Much of his work was done through Harmony Pictures, the company he founded with Stuart Gross.
In addition to Fire in the Sky (1993), starring D.B. Sweeney and Robert Patrick, and the hockey sequel D3: The Mighty Ducks (1996), starring Emilio Estevez,...
Lieberman died July 1 in Los Angeles after a long battle with cancer, his son, Nick Lieberman, who co-directed Searchlight Pictures’ Theater Camp, which hit the big screen this weekend, announced.
Lieberman helmed TV spots for such companies as McDonald’s, Hallmark and Oreo and worked with talent ranging from President Clinton, Ray Charles and Jerry Lewis to Michael Jordan, Anne Hathaway and Kenan Thompson. He received more than two dozen Clio Awards and, in 1979, the inaugural DGA Award for commercials.
Much of his work was done through Harmony Pictures, the company he founded with Stuart Gross.
In addition to Fire in the Sky (1993), starring D.B. Sweeney and Robert Patrick, and the hockey sequel D3: The Mighty Ducks (1996), starring Emilio Estevez,...
- 7/17/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Robert Lieberman, who directed the sci-fi cult classic Fire in the Sky and won the inaugural DGA Award for Commercials, has died in Los Angeles after a long battle with cancer. He was 75.
His death on July 1 was confirmed by his manager, John Bauman.
Lieberman kicked off his 50-plus year career as an assistant editor in commercials but by the mid-’70s had worked his way up to directing. He ended up helming more than a thousand spots for McDonald’s, Hallmark, Oreo among countless others and winning the DGA Award in 1979 and 1995. He worked with talent ranging from spanned from President Bill Clinton, Ray Charles and Jerry Lewis to Michael Jordan, Anne Hathaway and Kenan Thompson, and much of this work was done through Harmony Pictures, the company he founded with partner Stuart Gross.
Lieberman was in the vanguard that brought a more cinematic, filmmaker’s eye to television. He...
His death on July 1 was confirmed by his manager, John Bauman.
Lieberman kicked off his 50-plus year career as an assistant editor in commercials but by the mid-’70s had worked his way up to directing. He ended up helming more than a thousand spots for McDonald’s, Hallmark, Oreo among countless others and winning the DGA Award in 1979 and 1995. He worked with talent ranging from spanned from President Bill Clinton, Ray Charles and Jerry Lewis to Michael Jordan, Anne Hathaway and Kenan Thompson, and much of this work was done through Harmony Pictures, the company he founded with partner Stuart Gross.
Lieberman was in the vanguard that brought a more cinematic, filmmaker’s eye to television. He...
- 7/17/2023
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a brand new Superman!
On June 27, DC Studios announced James Gunn’s “Superman: Legacy” has found its leads, with David Corenswet playing the Man of Steel and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.
While most know Brosnahan from her lead role in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, Corenswet is a fresh face for many superhero fans.
Read More: ‘Superman: Legacy’: David Corenswet Cast As Clark Ken With Rachel Brosnahan As Lois Lane
Who is David Corenswet?
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Corenswet’s father was a stage actor in New York before becoming a lawyer, like the “Superman” star’s mother.
Corenswet studied acting at Julliard, graduating in 2016, after having already appeared in numerous stage productions as a child actor.
His first film role after graduating was in the 2018 thriller “Affairs of State”, so-starring Thora Birch, Mimi Rogers and Adrien Grenier.
On June 27, DC Studios announced James Gunn’s “Superman: Legacy” has found its leads, with David Corenswet playing the Man of Steel and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.
While most know Brosnahan from her lead role in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, Corenswet is a fresh face for many superhero fans.
Read More: ‘Superman: Legacy’: David Corenswet Cast As Clark Ken With Rachel Brosnahan As Lois Lane
Who is David Corenswet?
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Corenswet’s father was a stage actor in New York before becoming a lawyer, like the “Superman” star’s mother.
Corenswet studied acting at Julliard, graduating in 2016, after having already appeared in numerous stage productions as a child actor.
His first film role after graduating was in the 2018 thriller “Affairs of State”, so-starring Thora Birch, Mimi Rogers and Adrien Grenier.
- 6/28/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
As part of today’s Tudum fan event, the Netflix streaming service has just unveiled a new video that shows Wednesday cast members Jenna Ortega, Joy Sunday, Emma Myers, and Hunter Doohan discussing some of the theories fans have come up about season 2 – and while doing so they confirm that we’ll be seeing another familiar member of the Addams family in the new season! They just aren’t able to say exactly who that Addams family member is. The video can be seen in the embed above.
Wednesday is described as a comedic, supernaturally-infused coming-of-age series that follows the teenage girl’s years as a student at Nevermore Academy, where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the town, and solve a mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago — all while navigating her new relationships at Nevermore. Snap snap.
Ortega...
Wednesday is described as a comedic, supernaturally-infused coming-of-age series that follows the teenage girl’s years as a student at Nevermore Academy, where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the town, and solve a mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago — all while navigating her new relationships at Nevermore. Snap snap.
Ortega...
- 6/17/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
A third “Hocus Pocus” film is officially in the works at Disney+, President of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production Sean Bailey confirmed to the in a New York Times profile while discussing the company’s upcoming live-action project slate.
The news comes months after Disney+ released a long-awaited sequel to the 1993 cult classic, which saw the return of Bette Midler’s Winifred Sanderson, Sarah Jessica Parker’s Sara Sanderson and Kathy Najimy’s Mary Sanderson.
“Hocus Pocus 2” certainly succeeded in capturing new and old fans alike, with the Sept. 30, 2022, release securing its spot as the most watched original Disney+ movie in the first three since its launch and logging 2.7 billion minutes viewed.
Also Read:
Original ‘Hocus Pocus’ Kids Explain Why They Weren’t in the Sequel: ‘Such a Roller Coaster Ride’
Further details about “Hocus Pocus 3,” including cast and release date, are unknown at this time.
Not all...
The news comes months after Disney+ released a long-awaited sequel to the 1993 cult classic, which saw the return of Bette Midler’s Winifred Sanderson, Sarah Jessica Parker’s Sara Sanderson and Kathy Najimy’s Mary Sanderson.
“Hocus Pocus 2” certainly succeeded in capturing new and old fans alike, with the Sept. 30, 2022, release securing its spot as the most watched original Disney+ movie in the first three since its launch and logging 2.7 billion minutes viewed.
Also Read:
Original ‘Hocus Pocus’ Kids Explain Why They Weren’t in the Sequel: ‘Such a Roller Coaster Ride’
Further details about “Hocus Pocus 3,” including cast and release date, are unknown at this time.
Not all...
- 6/4/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
The Sanderson sisters are coming back!
In an interview with The New York Times, Sean Bailey, President of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production confirmed that “Hocus Pocus 3” is in the works. While the Disney executive didn’t confirm any further details, he made the reveal during the interview while discussing the success of the live-action, “The Little Mermaid”, and while confirming the live-action versions of, “Moana”, “Lilo & Stich” and “Hercules”.
“Hocus Pocus 2″ found success last year after it was released on Disney+. The film, which starred Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker, saw them reprising their roles as Winifred, Mary and Sarah Sanderson respectively — almost 30 years after the release of the original film.
The new film, which found the trio resurrected once again by a group of teen friends — Becca (Whitney Peak), Cassie (Lilia Buckingham), and Izzy (Belissa Escobedo) — who light a new version of the infamous Black Flame Candle.
In an interview with The New York Times, Sean Bailey, President of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production confirmed that “Hocus Pocus 3” is in the works. While the Disney executive didn’t confirm any further details, he made the reveal during the interview while discussing the success of the live-action, “The Little Mermaid”, and while confirming the live-action versions of, “Moana”, “Lilo & Stich” and “Hercules”.
“Hocus Pocus 2″ found success last year after it was released on Disney+. The film, which starred Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker, saw them reprising their roles as Winifred, Mary and Sarah Sanderson respectively — almost 30 years after the release of the original film.
The new film, which found the trio resurrected once again by a group of teen friends — Becca (Whitney Peak), Cassie (Lilia Buckingham), and Izzy (Belissa Escobedo) — who light a new version of the infamous Black Flame Candle.
- 6/4/2023
- by Sarah Curran
- ET Canada
Exclusive: American Beauty and The Walking Dead actress Thora Birch is to make her feature directorial debut on an adaptation of Elmore Leonard’s 2004 crime novel Mr. Paradise.
Former Bold CEO Gary Michael Walters, producer on Jake Gyllenhaal starrer The Guilty and Emmy nominee Oslo, is producing under new banner Walters Media Group, and is in Cannes putting the project together.
Leonard, one of the masters of the hard-boiled crime novel, is the inspiration for movies including Jackie Brown, Get Shorty, Out of Sight, 3:10 to Yuma and TV series Justified.
The story for Mr. Paradise centers on Kelly, an aspiring model, who witnesses a murder and gets caught in a web of intrigue. Michael Benton Adler and Justin Ross will also produce.
“I grew up loving so many blockbuster adaptations of Leonard’s work such as Get Shorty and Jackie Brown,” said BAFTA and Golden Globe nominee Birch about the late author.
Former Bold CEO Gary Michael Walters, producer on Jake Gyllenhaal starrer The Guilty and Emmy nominee Oslo, is producing under new banner Walters Media Group, and is in Cannes putting the project together.
Leonard, one of the masters of the hard-boiled crime novel, is the inspiration for movies including Jackie Brown, Get Shorty, Out of Sight, 3:10 to Yuma and TV series Justified.
The story for Mr. Paradise centers on Kelly, an aspiring model, who witnesses a murder and gets caught in a web of intrigue. Michael Benton Adler and Justin Ross will also produce.
“I grew up loving so many blockbuster adaptations of Leonard’s work such as Get Shorty and Jackie Brown,” said BAFTA and Golden Globe nominee Birch about the late author.
- 5/19/2023
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” swept the 2023 Oscars by winning seven Academy Awards. In that seven were six above-the-line awards, which is an Oscars record. Seven Oscars is also the most amount any film has won in a single year since “Gravity” also won seven in 2014. But that movie didn’t win Best Picture (“12 Years a Slave” did), so what about Best Picture winners only? Well, here’s every single Best Picture winner this century ranked by the number of Oscars it won.
“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2004) — 11 Oscars won
Dir: Peter Jackson
Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood, Sean Astin
Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron’s army to draw his gaze from Frodo and Sam as they approach Mount Doom with the One Ring.
Oscars won:
Best Picture Best Director — Peter Jackon Best Adapted Screenplay Best Editing...
“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2004) — 11 Oscars won
Dir: Peter Jackson
Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood, Sean Astin
Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron’s army to draw his gaze from Frodo and Sam as they approach Mount Doom with the One Ring.
Oscars won:
Best Picture Best Director — Peter Jackon Best Adapted Screenplay Best Editing...
- 4/28/2023
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
“Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” rolled the dice at the weekend box office, taking out “John Wick: Chapter 4” with its $38.5 million debut. But Paramount and eOne’s adaptation of the popular role-playing game needs to hold up against “Super Mario Bros.” to be successful in its theatrical campaign.
So far, “Dungeons & Dragons” has generated $71 million globally — including $33 million at the international box office. Those numbers aren’t bad, but the film cost a hefty $150 million to produce and tens of millions more to market, so it’s not yet a clear theatrical winner. The fantasy action-comedy needs to stick around in North American and overseas theaters through the spring to justify its price tag and potentially ignite a new franchise.
The good news: analysts believe it’s primed to keep bringing in crowds given its great reviews and enthusiastic word-of-mouth. The bad news: “Dungeons & Dragons” has...
So far, “Dungeons & Dragons” has generated $71 million globally — including $33 million at the international box office. Those numbers aren’t bad, but the film cost a hefty $150 million to produce and tens of millions more to market, so it’s not yet a clear theatrical winner. The fantasy action-comedy needs to stick around in North American and overseas theaters through the spring to justify its price tag and potentially ignite a new franchise.
The good news: analysts believe it’s primed to keep bringing in crowds given its great reviews and enthusiastic word-of-mouth. The bad news: “Dungeons & Dragons” has...
- 4/3/2023
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Get your Feeny calls ready. Most of the main cast of “Boy Meets World” is set to reunite at ’90s Con in Tampa, Florida. The event will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the sitcom, which aired from 1993 to 2000.
Confirmed cast for the “Boy Meets World” reunion include Danielle Fishel (Topanga Lawrence), Rider Strong (Shawn Hunter), Will Friedle (Eric Matthews), Trina McGee (Angela Moore), Matthew Lawrence (Jack Hunter), William Daniels (Mr. Feeny), Bonnie Bartlett Daniels (Dean Lila Bolander), Betsy Randle (Amy Matthews), William Russ (Alan Matthews) and Lee Norris (Stuart Minkus). Ben Savage, who portrayed Cory Matthews and is currently running for Congress, is not set to attend.
This is the third ’90s Con, presented by Thats4Entertainment, and is set to take place at the Tampa Convention Center on September 15, 16 and 17.
In 2022, Strong, Friedle and Fishel launched “Pod Meets World,” a rewatch podcast. The group revealed that they asked Savage...
Confirmed cast for the “Boy Meets World” reunion include Danielle Fishel (Topanga Lawrence), Rider Strong (Shawn Hunter), Will Friedle (Eric Matthews), Trina McGee (Angela Moore), Matthew Lawrence (Jack Hunter), William Daniels (Mr. Feeny), Bonnie Bartlett Daniels (Dean Lila Bolander), Betsy Randle (Amy Matthews), William Russ (Alan Matthews) and Lee Norris (Stuart Minkus). Ben Savage, who portrayed Cory Matthews and is currently running for Congress, is not set to attend.
This is the third ’90s Con, presented by Thats4Entertainment, and is set to take place at the Tampa Convention Center on September 15, 16 and 17.
In 2022, Strong, Friedle and Fishel launched “Pod Meets World,” a rewatch podcast. The group revealed that they asked Savage...
- 3/31/2023
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
As it rolls the dice at the weekend box office, “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” is aiming to emerge victorious over last weekend’s champion “John Wick: Chapter 4.”
A natural 20 isn’t guaranteed, but Paramount and eOne’s adaptation of the popular role-playing game is hoping to collect $30 million to $40 million from 3,850 North American locations. It’ll be a close race for first place between that and the fourth “John Wick,” which topped the box office with $73.5 million and looks to add about $36 million in its sophomore outing.
Internationally, “Dungeons & Dragons” is opening in 58 markets, where it’s aiming for $25 million or more.
“Dungeons & Dragons” cost $150 million, not including marketing fees and a stop to premiere the film at SXSW in Austin, Texas. Even if its opening weekend isn’t one for the record books, box office analysts and rival studios believe the movie, which has received exceptional reviews,...
A natural 20 isn’t guaranteed, but Paramount and eOne’s adaptation of the popular role-playing game is hoping to collect $30 million to $40 million from 3,850 North American locations. It’ll be a close race for first place between that and the fourth “John Wick,” which topped the box office with $73.5 million and looks to add about $36 million in its sophomore outing.
Internationally, “Dungeons & Dragons” is opening in 58 markets, where it’s aiming for $25 million or more.
“Dungeons & Dragons” cost $150 million, not including marketing fees and a stop to premiere the film at SXSW in Austin, Texas. Even if its opening weekend isn’t one for the record books, box office analysts and rival studios believe the movie, which has received exceptional reviews,...
- 3/29/2023
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Paramount and Hasbro eOne with the greatest of intentions have created an extremely fun, broad-audience appealing feature take on the classic roleplaying game, entitled Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, which already is 90% certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes –not an easy feat with a genre movie of this caliber– and 94% with moviegoers.
Paramount blasted the movie appropriately so out of SXSW on its opening night to a great response, and they’ve screened the pic extensively including a partnership with Amazon in the walk-up to its opening. However, tracking hasn’t been kind to the $150M production, 50% co-financed by eOne, only seeing a $30M-$40M start stateside. The hope is that walk-up business off the hot word of mouth will overindex this movie at 3,850 theaters, which inherits all the premium theaters from Lionsgate’s John Wick: Chapter 4.
The previous feature attempt with D&d didn’t go so well under...
Paramount blasted the movie appropriately so out of SXSW on its opening night to a great response, and they’ve screened the pic extensively including a partnership with Amazon in the walk-up to its opening. However, tracking hasn’t been kind to the $150M production, 50% co-financed by eOne, only seeing a $30M-$40M start stateside. The hope is that walk-up business off the hot word of mouth will overindex this movie at 3,850 theaters, which inherits all the premium theaters from Lionsgate’s John Wick: Chapter 4.
The previous feature attempt with D&d didn’t go so well under...
- 3/29/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro and Nancy Tartaglione
- Deadline Film + TV
If only "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves," an enjoyable fantasy-action romp, was actually the first-ever "D&d" movie. Unfortunately, it's not. That dubious distinction goes to 2000's "Dungeons & Dragons," a really weird anomaly of the early 2000s fantasy craze. Make no mistake – that film does not need a vulgar auteurist re-evaluation or even a defense, as it is a very bad movie filled with problematic character archetypes, terrible dialogue, and even worse CGI. You don't have to watch it to understand or enjoy "Honor Among Thieves," so unless you have some liquid assistance and some friends with you, we recommend you skip this in your "D&d" lore recap.
That being said, if you absolutely have to watch "Dungeons & Dragons," do it for one single reason: Jeremy Irons. Portraying the evil mage Profion, his entire character boils down to him just wanting to control the entire land for vague sociopolitical reasons.
That being said, if you absolutely have to watch "Dungeons & Dragons," do it for one single reason: Jeremy Irons. Portraying the evil mage Profion, his entire character boils down to him just wanting to control the entire land for vague sociopolitical reasons.
- 3/29/2023
- by Erin Brady
- Slash Film
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