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Was 2023 a tipping point for movies? 'Barbie' success and Marvel struggles may signal a shift
Read full article: Was 2023 a tipping point for movies? 'Barbie' success and Marvel struggles may signal a shiftFor the first time in more than two decades, the top three movies at the box office this year didn't include a sequel or a remake.
What to stream this week: 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,' Quavo, 'Reservation Dogs' and 'Mixtape'
Read full article: What to stream this week: 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,' Quavo, 'Reservation Dogs' and 'Mixtape'This week’s new entertainment releases include fresh tracks from Quavo, the arrival on Disney+ of James Gunn’s cornball finale “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.
'Guardians Vol. 3' and 'Super Mario Bros.' top box office again
Read full article: 'Guardians Vol. 3' and 'Super Mario Bros.' top box office againSeveral new movies infiltrated theaters nationwide this weekend, from a lighthearted trip to Italy with Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Diane Keaton and Mary Steenburgen to a Ben Affleck-fronted detective thriller.
New footage from 'Dune 2,' 'Barbie' unveiled at CinemaCon
Read full article: New footage from 'Dune 2,' 'Barbie' unveiled at CinemaConIn a starry presentation that included Timothée Chalamet, Oprah Winfrey, Zendaya and a first look at ‘Dune: Part Two,’ “Barbie” was no doubt the brightest star of Warner Bros.
Gunn's new DC slate features Superman, Supergirl and Batman
Read full article: Gunn's new DC slate features Superman, Supergirl and BatmanNew DC Studios bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran debuted their plans for a revamped and newly unified DC Universe of films and television series, including a new Superman film in 2025, a Wonder Woman prequel and a Batman movie that won’t star Robert Pattinson.
Director James Gunn, Peter Safran to co-lead DC Studios
Read full article: Director James Gunn, Peter Safran to co-lead DC StudiosJames Gunn, the writer-director who made the “Guardians of the Galaxy” household names for Marvel, will soon be responsible for the future of Batman, Superman and the entire DC Universe for Warner Bros.
Marvel teases new Avengers movies, ‘Black Panther' sequel
Read full article: Marvel teases new Avengers movies, ‘Black Panther' sequelMarvel Studios returned to Comic-Con's Hall H for the first time in three years with a massive presentation and new information about phases five and six of the ongoing Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Baldwin shooting highlights risks of rushed film production
Read full article: Baldwin shooting highlights risks of rushed film productionThe fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin on a movie set has put a microscope on an often-unseen corner of the film industry where critics say the pursuit of profit can lead to unsafe working conditions.
With coronavirus rising, 'The Suicide Squad' opens softly
Read full article: With coronavirus rising, 'The Suicide Squad' opens softlyMoviegoing, once expected to be closer to semi-normal levels by now, continues to be battered by the pandemic, the delta variant of the coronavirus and in-home streaming.
New this week: 'The Suicide Squad,' 'Vivo' and Streisand
Read full article: New this week: 'The Suicide Squad,' 'Vivo' and StreisandThis week’s new entertainment releases include a new collection of previously unreleased songs from Barbra Streisand and the new Netflix animated movie, “Vivo,” in which Lin-Manuel Miranda is a voice actor and provides original songs.
Jai Courtney Says 'The Suicide Squad' Is a 'Whole New Thing' (Exclusive)
Read full article: Jai Courtney Says 'The Suicide Squad' Is a 'Whole New Thing' (Exclusive)Jai Courtney calls from Atlanta, where he's currently filming The Suicide Squad. The movie is writer-director James Gunn's semi-sequel, semi-reboot of 2016's Suicide Squad and will see Courtney reprise his role as bogan jewel thief Captain Boomerang opposite a few familiar faces (including Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn) and a squad of new recruits. I don't know [Laughs] I'm going to stop talking, because I'm going to walk into something I don't want to talk about and f**k it up! The Suicide Squad is out Aug. 6, 2021. RELATED CONTENT:Jai Courtney Shares Character Stories Behind 'Divergent,' 'Suicide Squad' and MoreKeanu Reeves Has Read the 'Matrix 4' Script and Says It's 'Very Ambitious!'
Why Pete Davidson Missed the 'Saturday Night Live' Premiere
Read full article: Why Pete Davidson Missed the 'Saturday Night Live' PremiereOne fan favorite was a no-show when Saturday Night Live kicked off its 45th season this weekend -- Pete Davidson. The 25-year-old comedian was missing in action because he's hard at work on the set of a new comic book adaptation, The Suicide Squad, in Atlanta. While SNL newcomers Bowen Yang and Chloe Fineman were showcasing their comedic chops, Davidson was at a special screening for Joker with his Suicide Squad co-stars, including Margot Robbie, Joel Kinnaman, Jai Courtney and more. Davidson was seated close by at the premiere of her new film, Seberg, at the Venice Film Festival. RELATED CONTENT:Pete Davidson and Margaret Qualley Seemingly Confirm Romance With PDA in ItalyPete Davidson and Margaret Qualley Hold Hands in Venice: PicPete Davidson and Margaret Qualley Fuel Dating Rumors After They're Spotted Out in Italy
Margot Robbie will return for 'The Suicide Squad'
Read full article: Margot Robbie will return for 'The Suicide Squad'Warner Bros. Pictures via CNN(CNN) - Director James Gunn has revealed the full list of super villains and anti-heroes cast in his upcoming "The Suicide Squad" movie. While Robbie's Harley Quinn -- deranged henchwoman and on again, off again girlfriend of the Joker -- will be back, the future of the Joker in Gunn's film unclear. Jared Leto, who played the Joker on the 2016 film "Suicide Squad," is off the director's lineup as well as Will Smith who portrayed the deadly accurate assassin Deadshot. Gunn, who previously directed "Guardians of the Galaxy," also wrote the new installment of the comic book villains film. The studio behind "The Suicide Squad," Warner Bros., is, like CNN, a unit of WarnerMedia.
Sean Gunn helped launch Rocket Raccoon, now he's flying high
Read full article: Sean Gunn helped launch Rocket Raccoon, now he's flying highAs the man who provided the physical performance for Rocket Raccoon in four Marvel Studios movies, he's not wrong. It's not like Gunn, the younger brother of "Guardians of the Galaxy" writer-director James Gunn, has been lacking in on screen face time outside of his furry alter ego. He's amassed dozens of film and TV credits over a twenty-plus year career, most notably as local oddball Kirk Gleason on "Gilmore Girls," and, in a second Marvel role, the space mercenary Kraglin in both "Guardians" films. He's especially gratified that he'll be re-teaming with his brother for "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. "So I have very high hopes that it's going to be an excellent movie -- but that's all I can say for now!"
Sean Gunn Talks 'Avengers: Endgame' Deleted Scenes and 'Guardians of the Galaxy
Read full article: Sean Gunn Talks 'Avengers: Endgame' Deleted Scenes and 'Guardians of the GalaxyAs such, the Russo Brothers enlisted Sean to join their "We Love You 3000" tour to celebrate Endgame becoming the highest-grossing film of all time. ET: Especially after seeing behind-the-scenes footage from Endgame, there's been this swell of newfound appreciation for the on-set work you do as Rocket. What is strange to other people looking in, is not always as strange to the person experiencing it, you know? I'm always happy to and really grateful to be a part of the universe and when they call, I answer. Now that we know Thor: Love and Thunder is coming before Guardians 3, do you think there is still a chance for a Thor crossover there?