Free Association, Plan B Entertainment, Jason Keller, Entertainment 360’s Guymon Casady and Box To Box Films are on board to produce a docuseries and feature film centered on the famed Isle of Man Tourist Trophy (Tt) motorcycle races. They will take these projects out as a package later this year.
Mediawan, the leading independent European studio for high-end audiovisual content and majority stakeholder of Plan B, will be the studio for the docuseries and handle international sales.
“We dare anyone to find more awe-inspiring people or a more breathtakingly vibrant world than The Isle of Man Tt,” ,” Free Association principles Channing Tatum, Reid Carolin and Peter Kiernan said in a statement. We’ve always been drawn to characters who push the edge of what’s possible, and this race is their Shangri-La. We’re deeply honored to be part of the creative dream team telling the story of this legendary event,...
Mediawan, the leading independent European studio for high-end audiovisual content and majority stakeholder of Plan B, will be the studio for the docuseries and handle international sales.
“We dare anyone to find more awe-inspiring people or a more breathtakingly vibrant world than The Isle of Man Tt,” ,” Free Association principles Channing Tatum, Reid Carolin and Peter Kiernan said in a statement. We’ve always been drawn to characters who push the edge of what’s possible, and this race is their Shangri-La. We’re deeply honored to be part of the creative dream team telling the story of this legendary event,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Paramount has announced the lineup of movies, TV shows, and live sports coming to the Paramount+ streaming service in June. The Paramount Plus June 2024 schedule includes the UEFA Champions League Final and new seasons of Mayor of Kingstown and Criminal Minds: Evolution.
Producers Eminem and LeBron James deliver a riveting story about the greatest musical pirate in history and the end of the industry in How Music Got Free, while our young fans join the Autobots and Decepticons on their continued adventures in Transformers: EarthSpark.
Finally, the anticipation mounts as the stars hit the red carpet at the 51st Daytime Emmy Awards and the 77th Tony Awards, streaming live on the service.
The UEFA Champions League experienced record viewership on Paramount+ in April, being the top acquisition driver of all content on the service for the month. The excitement will continue on June 1 when soccer fans around the country will...
Producers Eminem and LeBron James deliver a riveting story about the greatest musical pirate in history and the end of the industry in How Music Got Free, while our young fans join the Autobots and Decepticons on their continued adventures in Transformers: EarthSpark.
Finally, the anticipation mounts as the stars hit the red carpet at the 51st Daytime Emmy Awards and the 77th Tony Awards, streaming live on the service.
The UEFA Champions League experienced record viewership on Paramount+ in April, being the top acquisition driver of all content on the service for the month. The excitement will continue on June 1 when soccer fans around the country will...
- 5/22/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
It shouldn’t surprise you that Finneas is a great interview. Like his sister, Billie Eilish, he’s incredibly engaging and charming, and he’s more than willing to sit down and dive into his creative process, whether it’s on Eilish’s excellent new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, his solo work, or scoring gigs for TV and film. We spent several hours with him for Eilish’s recent Rolling Stone cover story. Last week, we shared some of the outtakes from that story — but there’s even more.
- 5/20/2024
- by Angie Martoccio
- Rollingstone.com
In just a few short years, Billie Eilish has demonstrated a keen sense of range that’s far beyond her 22 years, and she’s managed to tap into—and help shape—the cultural zeitgeist more than once, writing anthems for bad guys, Bond, and Barbie. With her exquisite third album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, she further cements her status as alt-pop’s happy warrior, keeping one foot in the mainstream and another firmly outside of it.
At just 10 tracks, Hit Me Hard and Soft is both Eilish’s most concise and most ambitious album to date. Throughout, she and her main collaborator, brother Finneas, experiment with song structure and style, examining her celebrity and persona, in ways that are both playful and profound. Packed with multipart songs and self-referential lyrics that reward repeat listens, the album is a world unto itself—and the most fully realized version of Eilish’s sound.
At just 10 tracks, Hit Me Hard and Soft is both Eilish’s most concise and most ambitious album to date. Throughout, she and her main collaborator, brother Finneas, experiment with song structure and style, examining her celebrity and persona, in ways that are both playful and profound. Packed with multipart songs and self-referential lyrics that reward repeat listens, the album is a world unto itself—and the most fully realized version of Eilish’s sound.
- 5/18/2024
- by Nick Seip
- Slant Magazine
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The wait is over. It’s been nearly three years since Billie Eilish dropped her sophomore album, Happier Than Ever. This spring, the Grammy- and Oscar-winning superstar has followed it up with her third LP, Hit Me Hard and Soft, now available to order online.
“I feel like this album is me,” Eilish told Rolling Stone about Hit Me Hard and Soft in our May cover story. “It’s not a character.
The wait is over. It’s been nearly three years since Billie Eilish dropped her sophomore album, Happier Than Ever. This spring, the Grammy- and Oscar-winning superstar has followed it up with her third LP, Hit Me Hard and Soft, now available to order online.
“I feel like this album is me,” Eilish told Rolling Stone about Hit Me Hard and Soft in our May cover story. “It’s not a character.
- 5/17/2024
- by John Lonsdale
- Rollingstone.com
Welcome to our weekly rundown of the best new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more. This week, Billie Eilish returns in shades of blue with her third studio album, Saweetie is unstoppable in a glossy new single, and Omar Apollo puts his heart on his sleeve on the first peek into his next project. Plus, new music from Zayn, Bebe Rexha, and Lainey Wilson.
Billie Eilish, “Lunch” (YouTube)
Billie Eilish, “The Greatest” (YouTube)
Saweetie, “Nani” (YouTube)
Omar Apollo, “Dispose of Me” (YouTube)
Zayn, “Stardust” (YouTube)
Bebe Rexha,...
Billie Eilish, “Lunch” (YouTube)
Billie Eilish, “The Greatest” (YouTube)
Saweetie, “Nani” (YouTube)
Omar Apollo, “Dispose of Me” (YouTube)
Zayn, “Stardust” (YouTube)
Bebe Rexha,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Rolling Stone
- Rollingstone.com
“She’s a little unpredictable,” Finneas says of his sister, Billie Eilish. “I say this with love, but I sit next to her during interviews, and I never know what she’s going to say. I really don’t.” We feel the same way. Eilish recently starred on Rolling Stone’s cover for her third time in just a few years, but she still managed to surprise us, taking Rs on a wild, deep dive into her new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft — her best work yet.
Across many...
Across many...
- 5/17/2024
- by Angie Martoccio
- Rollingstone.com
“You don’t wanna know how alone I’ve been,” Billie Eilish sings halfway through her excellent new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft. That sums up the paradox of her life in one line — a shy weirdo kid who became a mega-pop star too fast, a romantic who’s never had the luxury of a private love life, a target for misogyny since her mid-teens. At 22, she’s already rewired the way pop is experienced. But she has the power to get the whole world on her side even...
- 5/17/2024
- by Rob Sheffield
- Rollingstone.com
Billie Eilish has released her third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft.
First announced in April, Hit Me Hard and Soft was not preceded by any singles, with Eilish explaining that she intends for the songs to be listened to in the context of the full project. The album’s 10 tracks were written by Eilish with her brother and producer, Finneas O’Connell.
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Arriving today, Hit Me Hard and Soft is available in physical editions made out of 100% recyclable materials. Stream it on Apple Music and Spotify below, and read our review of the album here.
This fall, Eilish will hit the road for the “Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour,” kicking off on September 29th in Québec, Canada and running for 10 months across three continents, stopping in cities like New York, Atlanta, Sydney, Paris, and many more. Check out the full list of...
First announced in April, Hit Me Hard and Soft was not preceded by any singles, with Eilish explaining that she intends for the songs to be listened to in the context of the full project. The album’s 10 tracks were written by Eilish with her brother and producer, Finneas O’Connell.
Get Billie Eilish Tickets Here
Arriving today, Hit Me Hard and Soft is available in physical editions made out of 100% recyclable materials. Stream it on Apple Music and Spotify below, and read our review of the album here.
This fall, Eilish will hit the road for the “Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour,” kicking off on September 29th in Québec, Canada and running for 10 months across three continents, stopping in cities like New York, Atlanta, Sydney, Paris, and many more. Check out the full list of...
- 5/17/2024
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Music
(This post was updated 5/15/24 at 2pm Et after CBS announced an airdate for Eilish’s appearance.)
Audience members at Tuesday’s taping of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert were treated to a surprise appearance from Billie Eilish.
The newly minted Oscar winner sat for an interview with Colbert and then performed two songs, “Lunch” and “The Greatest,” from her forthcoming album Hit Me Hard and Soft.
That makes the Colbert audience the first crowd to hear those songs, which have not been heard in full ahead of the album’s release this Friday.
Eilish’s appearance was kept secret until midway through the taping. “It was a complete surprise,” said one reddit user who attended the show. “We were initially told by Stephen that it was going to be Jennifer Hudson and an actress who’s playing Amy Winehouse in a biopic.
Continue reading Billie Eilish Tapes ‘Secret’ Colbert Appearance at LateNighter.
Audience members at Tuesday’s taping of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert were treated to a surprise appearance from Billie Eilish.
The newly minted Oscar winner sat for an interview with Colbert and then performed two songs, “Lunch” and “The Greatest,” from her forthcoming album Hit Me Hard and Soft.
That makes the Colbert audience the first crowd to hear those songs, which have not been heard in full ahead of the album’s release this Friday.
Eilish’s appearance was kept secret until midway through the taping. “It was a complete surprise,” said one reddit user who attended the show. “We were initially told by Stephen that it was going to be Jennifer Hudson and an actress who’s playing Amy Winehouse in a biopic.
Continue reading Billie Eilish Tapes ‘Secret’ Colbert Appearance at LateNighter.
- 5/15/2024
- by Nick Riccardo
- LateNighter
Mike Campbell and his band The Dirty Knobs have announced their new album, Vagabonds, Virgins & Misfits, out June 14th via BMG. As a preview, they’ve shared the first single, “Dare to Dream,” featuring Graham Nash.
Having now found their way as a rock band, Vagabonds, Virgins & Misfits finds Campbell and The Dirty Knobs in a place where they are solely focused on creating “great songs” with “depth in the lyrics and chords,” the Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers co-founder said in a statement.
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Their third studio album also includes contributions from Lucinda Williams, Chris Stapleton, and fellow Heartbreaker Benmont Tench. See the artwork and full tracklist below. Pre-orders are ongoing.
A straightforward rocker with a sunny disposition, “Dare to Dream” is a song about “longing for hope,” Campbell said. “Lord knows we need more hope in this wicked world these days. Having...
Having now found their way as a rock band, Vagabonds, Virgins & Misfits finds Campbell and The Dirty Knobs in a place where they are solely focused on creating “great songs” with “depth in the lyrics and chords,” the Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers co-founder said in a statement.
Get Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs Tickets Here
Their third studio album also includes contributions from Lucinda Williams, Chris Stapleton, and fellow Heartbreaker Benmont Tench. See the artwork and full tracklist below. Pre-orders are ongoing.
A straightforward rocker with a sunny disposition, “Dare to Dream” is a song about “longing for hope,” Campbell said. “Lord knows we need more hope in this wicked world these days. Having...
- 5/8/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
After nearly two-hundred live performances spanning two international tours, Louis Tomlinson is celebrating the end of era on the road that spanned three years. On Thursday, the musician shared Live, a record captured across 15 different shows in 15 different cities.
“I’ve been lucky enough to spend the last 3 years touring the world twice over, the feeling I get sharing those live moments will be with me forever,” Tomlinson shared in a statement. “To be able to record these songs from all over the world and put them out as an...
“I’ve been lucky enough to spend the last 3 years touring the world twice over, the feeling I get sharing those live moments will be with me forever,” Tomlinson shared in a statement. “To be able to record these songs from all over the world and put them out as an...
- 4/25/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Louis Tomlinson is going live with Live!
The album arrived with a surprise global drop on Thursday (April 25).
The digital album is released now on all streaming platforms and the physical album and vinyl will be released on August 23, which you can pre-order.
Keep reading to find out more…
“I’ve been lucky enough to spend the last 3 years touring the world twice over, the feeling I get sharing those live moments will be with me forever. To be able to record these songs from all over the world and put them out as an album like this feels so special, and a real tribute to the fans who make each and every show feel unique and incredible. Thank you! Enjoy!” Louis said in a statement.
The Live album comprises a collection of 15 songs, each recorded in a different city, at a different show, spanning the past 3 years across Louis...
The album arrived with a surprise global drop on Thursday (April 25).
The digital album is released now on all streaming platforms and the physical album and vinyl will be released on August 23, which you can pre-order.
Keep reading to find out more…
“I’ve been lucky enough to spend the last 3 years touring the world twice over, the feeling I get sharing those live moments will be with me forever. To be able to record these songs from all over the world and put them out as an album like this feels so special, and a real tribute to the fans who make each and every show feel unique and incredible. Thank you! Enjoy!” Louis said in a statement.
The Live album comprises a collection of 15 songs, each recorded in a different city, at a different show, spanning the past 3 years across Louis...
- 4/25/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
David Leitch wants to direct Aaron Taylor-Johnson in a James Bond movie.The 48-year-old filmmaker has worked with the actor – who has been widely tipped to succeed Daniel Craig as 007 – on the new movie 'The Fall Guy' and has declared his ambition to collaborate with him on a picture in the famous spy franchise.David told CinemaBlend.com: "He would be an amazing James Bond. I'll just go on the record like, I've never gotten to do enough action with Aaron, which is crazy."We've done 'Bullet Train' and now, we've done 'The Fall Guy'. What I really want to do is an action movie with him, because he's such an incredible athlete. Like Aaron is awesome."So, maybe we'll get that opportunity soon, and I'll get to direct Bond."It was reported last month that Eon Productions – the company behind the franchise – had...
- 4/24/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Stars: Lucy Boynton, Justin H. Min, David Corenswet, Austin Crute, Retta | Written and Directed by Ned Benson
Harriet (Lucy Boynton) is struggling to deal with the loss of her boyfriend Max (David Corenswet), attending grief therapy two years after his passing. She figures out that certain songs will take her back in time, charting music shared in their relationship to revisit specific memories. Trying to remember the song that could unlock saving Max’s life, Harriet gets mixed up with David (Justin H. Min) in the present.
It goes without saying that a good soundtrack makes a movie — though that doesn’t necessarily mean one needs to dazzle in order to make a film worthwhile. However, if you are leading with sound first, it’s an unwritten given that your songs need to be in order and benefit the wider storyline. It might be The Greatest Hits in name, but...
Harriet (Lucy Boynton) is struggling to deal with the loss of her boyfriend Max (David Corenswet), attending grief therapy two years after his passing. She figures out that certain songs will take her back in time, charting music shared in their relationship to revisit specific memories. Trying to remember the song that could unlock saving Max’s life, Harriet gets mixed up with David (Justin H. Min) in the present.
It goes without saying that a good soundtrack makes a movie — though that doesn’t necessarily mean one needs to dazzle in order to make a film worthwhile. However, if you are leading with sound first, it’s an unwritten given that your songs need to be in order and benefit the wider storyline. It might be The Greatest Hits in name, but...
- 4/15/2024
- by Jasmine Valentine
- Nerdly
Nearly a decade after his ambitious first feature (which then became three features) and filmmaker Ned Benson is finally back on the big (and small) screen. His second film, “The Greatest Hits,” arrives ten years after his directorial debut, the 2014 breakout feature “The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby.” And this time, Benson is letting his protagonist have a happily ever after … kind of.
During a recent interview, Benson told IndieWire that, in a similar twist to his “Eleanor Rigby” process, the script for “The Greatest Hits” was one he had been tinkering with for years, starting in 2008. Unlike “Eleanor Rigby,” which was eventually split into a “Him”/”Her”/”Them” mini trilogy, “The Greatest Hits” firmly centers on sole lead Harriet (Lucy Boynton), whose heartbreak leads to a music-induced time travel back to her past relationship with her late lover (David Corenswet) prior to his death.
In her present, Harriet grapples with crippling anxiety,...
During a recent interview, Benson told IndieWire that, in a similar twist to his “Eleanor Rigby” process, the script for “The Greatest Hits” was one he had been tinkering with for years, starting in 2008. Unlike “Eleanor Rigby,” which was eventually split into a “Him”/”Her”/”Them” mini trilogy, “The Greatest Hits” firmly centers on sole lead Harriet (Lucy Boynton), whose heartbreak leads to a music-induced time travel back to her past relationship with her late lover (David Corenswet) prior to his death.
In her present, Harriet grapples with crippling anxiety,...
- 4/13/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Plot: Harriet finds art imitating life when she discovers certain songs can transport her back in time – literally. While she relives the past through romantic memories of her former boyfriend, her time traveling collides with a burgeoning new love interest in the present. As she takes her journey through the hypnotic connection between music and memory, she wonders – even if she could change the past, should she?
Review: Music connects people in ways beyond sharing similar tastes in genre or artists. Music can evoke memories of times and places where significant events have occurred. Whether it be a happy or tragic memory, music can take us back whether we like it or not. That is the central conceit of The Greatest Hits, which literally takes the magic of music as it pushes and pulls the main character into moments from her relationship with her deceased boyfriend. It is a wonderfully...
Review: Music connects people in ways beyond sharing similar tastes in genre or artists. Music can evoke memories of times and places where significant events have occurred. Whether it be a happy or tragic memory, music can take us back whether we like it or not. That is the central conceit of The Greatest Hits, which literally takes the magic of music as it pushes and pulls the main character into moments from her relationship with her deceased boyfriend. It is a wonderfully...
- 4/11/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
From Begin Again to Yesterday, Sing Street to Almost Famous, music-centered movies have been bringing film lovers joy for years. It’s a sub-genre that helps us resonate and connect with the film differently, heavily shaping our emotions. The Greatest Hits, directed by Ned Benson, merges music with time travel to create an entirely unique approach. The story follows grieving Harriet, who discovers that certain songs can transport her back in time – literally. She uses music to relive the past, through romantic memories of her former boyfriend who died in an accident. Torn between attempting to change the past in order to save him or moving on with a potential new love interest in her life, Harriet’s complex journey is one full of emotion. Tremendously well acted by Lucy Boynton and featuring great tracks alongside a truly unique story, The Greatest Hits is an emotional yet toe-tappingly fantastic exploration of grief,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Becca Johnson
- Talking Films
It’s been three years since Billie Eilish released a new album, but the wait is over: Hit Me Hard and Soft will arrive May 17.
The album cover features Eilish underwater, barefoot and sinking beneath a white wooden door. The LP spans 10 tracks including “Skinny,” “Birds of a Feather,” and “L’Amour de Ma Vie.” According to the release, Hit Me Hard and Soft is meant to be listened to all the way through — a cohesive body of work. “Not doing singles I wanna give it to you all at once,...
The album cover features Eilish underwater, barefoot and sinking beneath a white wooden door. The LP spans 10 tracks including “Skinny,” “Birds of a Feather,” and “L’Amour de Ma Vie.” According to the release, Hit Me Hard and Soft is meant to be listened to all the way through — a cohesive body of work. “Not doing singles I wanna give it to you all at once,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Angie Martoccio
- Rollingstone.com
Sam Taylor-Johnson is certainly good with all of this her-husband-as-next-Bond talk. After all, if Aaron Taylor-Johnson is the next 007, she may be the next director of a Bond film. And if so, she’d be the first female filmmaker within the storied James Bond franchise.
On “The Johnathan Ross Show,” when asked if Aaron will play 007, the “Back to Black” director had another idea — or at least a second idea.
“You mean that I might direct a Bond film? The first woman director,” Sam said (via Deadline). “Carry on speculating.”
She added of Aaron, “He’d be great.”
Sam has already directed her husband in two feature films: “Nowhere Boy” (2009) and “A Million Little Pieces” (2018). And she knows her cinema history: In the half-century Bond franchise, there has never been a film installment directed by a woman. Another Sam (Mendes) addressed this very issue in 2022, telling Deadline that the “director...
On “The Johnathan Ross Show,” when asked if Aaron will play 007, the “Back to Black” director had another idea — or at least a second idea.
“You mean that I might direct a Bond film? The first woman director,” Sam said (via Deadline). “Carry on speculating.”
She added of Aaron, “He’d be great.”
Sam has already directed her husband in two feature films: “Nowhere Boy” (2009) and “A Million Little Pieces” (2018). And she knows her cinema history: In the half-century Bond franchise, there has never been a film installment directed by a woman. Another Sam (Mendes) addressed this very issue in 2022, telling Deadline that the “director...
- 3/29/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Sam Taylor-Johnson has backed her husband Aaron Taylor-Johnson to be the next James Bond.The 33-year-old actor is rumoured to be lined up to take over from Daniel Craig after The Sun newspaper reported he had been handed a "formal offer" from Bond bosses but Aaron has yet to confirm or deny the rumours and there's still no hint over whether he would accept the job - and now his director wife Sam has weighed in and insisted he would be a good fit for the role.During an appearance on 'The Jonathan Ross Show', Sam was asked about rumours suggesting she has an interest in the next Bond film and she joked: "You mean that I might direct a Bond film? The first woman director."Sam then added: "Carry on speculating. He’d be great."The director has worked with Aaron on two films - 2009 John Lennon...
- 3/29/2024
- by Louise Mary Randell
- Bang Showbiz
Not long ago, former James Bond actor George Lazenby, who has had the opportunity to star in a sole outing as the agent in the now-appreciated On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, threw his support behind the all-but-confirmed Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the role. Lazenby was reportedly saying to TMZ that Taylor-Johnson would be able to “handle the stunts and all the ladies who love a man in a tux.” However, he also thinks the reason for the delay in any kind of announcement is because “when he auditioned for the part back in the 1960s, he went through a bunch of different tests and auditions before he won the role.” Though, he still thinks Taylor-Johnson would make a great Bond “as long as they do the character justice.” His advice for the young lad would be “to be true to himself and reinvent the role to fit him.”
Now Pierce Brosnan,...
Now Pierce Brosnan,...
- 3/27/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
The four-time 007 described him as ‘the greatest’ while George Lazenby said he ‘can handle the stunts and all the ladies who love a man in a tux’
Pierce Brosnan has become the latest former 007 to give his blessing to Aaron Taylor-Johnson taking over the role of the spy.
Brosnan, who played the intelligence agent in GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough and Die Another Day, was speaking on RTÉ Radio’s The Ray D’Arcy Show, and discussed acting alongside the younger star in 2009 film The Greatest, in which they played father and son.
Pierce Brosnan has become the latest former 007 to give his blessing to Aaron Taylor-Johnson taking over the role of the spy.
Brosnan, who played the intelligence agent in GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough and Die Another Day, was speaking on RTÉ Radio’s The Ray D’Arcy Show, and discussed acting alongside the younger star in 2009 film The Greatest, in which they played father and son.
- 3/27/2024
- by Catherine Shoard
- The Guardian - Film News
Rumors of MCU actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson taking over the James Bond mantle from Daniel Craig are currently making headlines. Although previously, several actors like Henry Cavill and Cillian Murphy were pitched for the role, it seems the Bullet Train actor will eventually become the next 007. Meanwhile, former Bond star Pierce Brosnan addresses the rumors.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in and as Kraven The Hunter
Just like netizens and fans of the $7.8B spy franchise aren’t immune to weighing in on the possibility of Aaron Taylor-Johnson becoming the next Bond, even Pierce Brosnan feels the same. However, during an interview with The Ray D’Arcy Show on RTÉ Radio 1, Brosnan noted that he would happily watch Johnson step into James Bond’s shoes, recalling their previous collaboration.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Set to be the Next James Bond
Over the years, several actors have taken on the role of the titular spy...
Aaron Taylor-Johnson in and as Kraven The Hunter
Just like netizens and fans of the $7.8B spy franchise aren’t immune to weighing in on the possibility of Aaron Taylor-Johnson becoming the next Bond, even Pierce Brosnan feels the same. However, during an interview with The Ray D’Arcy Show on RTÉ Radio 1, Brosnan noted that he would happily watch Johnson step into James Bond’s shoes, recalling their previous collaboration.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Set to be the Next James Bond
Over the years, several actors have taken on the role of the titular spy...
- 3/27/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Former James Bond star Pierce Brosnan is addressing all of the rumors and reports that Aaron Taylor-Johnson will be playing the next 007.
In mid-March, it was reported that the 33-year-old Bullet Train actor had landed the role and could be signing a contract soon. However, a source told JustJared.com that he had not been cast as the British spy.
In a new interview, Pierce, 70, shared his thoughts on Aaron potentially playing Bond.
Keep reading to find out more…“I think the man has the chops and the talent and the charisma to play Bond, very much so,” Pierce shared on The Ray D’Arcy Show.
Pierce then recalled to working with Aaron in the 2008 movie The Greatest.
“And he was the greatest in it,” Pierce added. “So, yes, I read the news about his possibilities of being a Bond, so I would definitely tip my hat to the fellow.
In mid-March, it was reported that the 33-year-old Bullet Train actor had landed the role and could be signing a contract soon. However, a source told JustJared.com that he had not been cast as the British spy.
In a new interview, Pierce, 70, shared his thoughts on Aaron potentially playing Bond.
Keep reading to find out more…“I think the man has the chops and the talent and the charisma to play Bond, very much so,” Pierce shared on The Ray D’Arcy Show.
Pierce then recalled to working with Aaron in the 2008 movie The Greatest.
“And he was the greatest in it,” Pierce added. “So, yes, I read the news about his possibilities of being a Bond, so I would definitely tip my hat to the fellow.
- 3/27/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Former James Bond depicter Pierce Brosnan has given his stamp of approval to actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson to play the suave spy.
Taylor-Johnson is rumoured to be the next 007 agent. Brosnan played James Bond through the 1990s.
Talking about the next to take on the role of the spy agent, Brosnan said that Taylor-Johnson “has the chops” to take it on, reports deadline.
Brosnan starred with Taylor-Johnson in the 2009 film ‘The Greatest’.
“One of the first movies we made, one of our earliest movies, was The Greatest – and he was in it,” Brosnan said.
“He was The Greatest in it. It’s a lovely movie with Aaron and Carey Mulligan and Susan Sarandon and myself. So yes, I read the news about his possibilities of being a Bond, so I would definitely tip my hat to the fellow.”
If Taylor-Johnson becomes the next Bond, Brosnan advises the actor: “Be bold.
Taylor-Johnson is rumoured to be the next 007 agent. Brosnan played James Bond through the 1990s.
Talking about the next to take on the role of the spy agent, Brosnan said that Taylor-Johnson “has the chops” to take it on, reports deadline.
Brosnan starred with Taylor-Johnson in the 2009 film ‘The Greatest’.
“One of the first movies we made, one of our earliest movies, was The Greatest – and he was in it,” Brosnan said.
“He was The Greatest in it. It’s a lovely movie with Aaron and Carey Mulligan and Susan Sarandon and myself. So yes, I read the news about his possibilities of being a Bond, so I would definitely tip my hat to the fellow.”
If Taylor-Johnson becomes the next Bond, Brosnan advises the actor: “Be bold.
- 3/27/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan thinks Aaron Taylor-Johnson could easily portray the next 007.
During an appearance on Rte Radio 1’s “The Ray D’Arcy Show,” Brosnan shared his thoughts on reports that Taylor-Johnson will be taking over the iconic role.
“I think the man has the chops and the talent and the charisma to play Bond, very much so,” Brosnan said of Taylor-Johnson.
Brosnan starred as the British secret agent in four films between the ’90s and early 2000s, including “GoldenEye,” “Tomorrow Never Dies,” “The World Is Not Enough” and “Die Another Day.” On “The Ray D’Arcy Show,” Brosnan recalled working with Taylor-Johnson on the 2009 film “The Greatest,” which was produced by Brosnan’s company Irish DreamTime.
“One of the first movies we made, one of the earliest movies, was ‘The Greatest,’ Brosnan said. “And he was the greatest in it.”
“So, yes, I read the news about...
During an appearance on Rte Radio 1’s “The Ray D’Arcy Show,” Brosnan shared his thoughts on reports that Taylor-Johnson will be taking over the iconic role.
“I think the man has the chops and the talent and the charisma to play Bond, very much so,” Brosnan said of Taylor-Johnson.
Brosnan starred as the British secret agent in four films between the ’90s and early 2000s, including “GoldenEye,” “Tomorrow Never Dies,” “The World Is Not Enough” and “Die Another Day.” On “The Ray D’Arcy Show,” Brosnan recalled working with Taylor-Johnson on the 2009 film “The Greatest,” which was produced by Brosnan’s company Irish DreamTime.
“One of the first movies we made, one of the earliest movies, was ‘The Greatest,’ Brosnan said. “And he was the greatest in it.”
“So, yes, I read the news about...
- 3/27/2024
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
Another former James Bond star is giving his seal of approval to Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who is rumored to be the next 007 agent.
Pierce Brosnan got his turn as James Bond through the 1990s and the beginning of the aughts across four films. As rumors heat up about the next spy agent to take on the role, Brosnan says Taylor-Johnson “has the chops” to take it on.
“I think the man has the chops and the talent and the charisma to play Bond, very much so,” Brosnan said in an interview on The Ray D’Arcy Show on RTÉ Radio 1.
After 2021’s No Time to Die, Taylor-Johnson would succeed Daniel Craig. Brosnan began playing James Bond with 1995’s GoldenEye, followed by Tomorrow Never Dies in 1997, The World Is Not Enough in 1999 and Die Another Day in 2002.
The former 007 agent co-starred with Taylor-Johnson in 2009’s The Greatest, a film that Brosnan produced.
Pierce Brosnan got his turn as James Bond through the 1990s and the beginning of the aughts across four films. As rumors heat up about the next spy agent to take on the role, Brosnan says Taylor-Johnson “has the chops” to take it on.
“I think the man has the chops and the talent and the charisma to play Bond, very much so,” Brosnan said in an interview on The Ray D’Arcy Show on RTÉ Radio 1.
After 2021’s No Time to Die, Taylor-Johnson would succeed Daniel Craig. Brosnan began playing James Bond with 1995’s GoldenEye, followed by Tomorrow Never Dies in 1997, The World Is Not Enough in 1999 and Die Another Day in 2002.
The former 007 agent co-starred with Taylor-Johnson in 2009’s The Greatest, a film that Brosnan produced.
- 3/27/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Nelson Mandela, the iconic anti-apartheid leader who went from 27 years as a political prisoner to eventually becoming the first president of a free South Africa, will be the subject of the 30-hour scripted TV series “Mandela.” The project is currently the works at writer/producer Josh Wakely’s Grace: A Storytelling Company shingle.
Wakely has secured the TV series life rights to the late Mandela via House of Mandela Entertainment, the media arm of the Mandela estate. Wakely will executive produce and write “Mandela,” along with South African writer/director Kagiso Lediga (“Queen Sono”) and producer Kweku Mandela (who is also Nelson Mandela’s grandson).
The project, which Wakely compares to a multi-season saga in the vein of Netflix’s “The Crown,” will center on Mandela’s life as he was sent to prison while aiming to end apartheid, the system of institutional racism and segregation that was administered in South Africa for generations.
Wakely has secured the TV series life rights to the late Mandela via House of Mandela Entertainment, the media arm of the Mandela estate. Wakely will executive produce and write “Mandela,” along with South African writer/director Kagiso Lediga (“Queen Sono”) and producer Kweku Mandela (who is also Nelson Mandela’s grandson).
The project, which Wakely compares to a multi-season saga in the vein of Netflix’s “The Crown,” will center on Mandela’s life as he was sent to prison while aiming to end apartheid, the system of institutional racism and segregation that was administered in South Africa for generations.
- 3/19/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
A familiar sub-genre of time travel-movies has characters going into the past to see a loved one who has died. Writer and director Ned Benson gives that idea a musical twist In The Greatest Hits. Harriet (Lucy Boynton) was in the same car crash that killed her boyfriend, Max (David Corenswet), two years before. Now whenever she hears songs they listened to together, she is carried back to the first time they experienced that music. Weighed down with grief, every night she listens to LPs, labeled “Tested” and “Untested,” searching for a way back to a moment she can alter to save Max’s life. Or, as her potential new romance, David (Justin H. Min), tells her, “So you just sit in this room, go back in time and hang out with your dead boyfriend.”
Yes, she does, and it’s an intriguing premise. Benson deftly combines the time travel,...
Yes, she does, and it’s an intriguing premise. Benson deftly combines the time travel,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Caryn James
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It’s been two years since Harriet’s (Lucy Boynton) beloved boyfriend Max died in a car crash she blames herself for. But she still sees him everywhere — literally, thanks to a natty time travel device that filmmaker Ned Benson deploys quickly and smartly in his “The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby” follow-up, “The Greatest Hits.” You know how a song can take you back to a moment of your life? For Harriet, who also suffered a nasty blow to the head in the same accident that took Max, that’s life. Every time she hears a song she and Max listened to together, bam, she’s launched briefly back in time to the first moment the pair heard said song for the first time.
For someone with a severely broken heart, it’s agony. And for someone who thinks she can change the past via these short visits, well, it might even be worse.
For someone with a severely broken heart, it’s agony. And for someone who thinks she can change the past via these short visits, well, it might even be worse.
- 3/15/2024
- by Kate Erbland
- Indiewire
Lucy Boynton attempts to turn back time with David Corenswet in the first trailer for the romantic feature The Greatest Hits.
Searchlight Pictures releases director Ned Benson’s movie in select theaters April 5 before it begins streaming via Hulu on April 12. Justin H. Min and Austin Crute also star in the film that premieres at this year’s South by Southwest Festival.
The Greatest Hits follows Harriet (Boynton), who realizes that her favorite songs can literally transport her through time to revisit cherished memories with former boyfriend Max (Corenswet). In the meantime, she begins exploring feelings for a new potential love interest (Min) while grappling with whether she should alter the past.
“If something happened to you, and I could stop it, but it would mean we would never meet, would you want me to?” Boynton asks a confused Corenswet in the trailer.
Later, Boynton continues to debate her options:...
Searchlight Pictures releases director Ned Benson’s movie in select theaters April 5 before it begins streaming via Hulu on April 12. Justin H. Min and Austin Crute also star in the film that premieres at this year’s South by Southwest Festival.
The Greatest Hits follows Harriet (Boynton), who realizes that her favorite songs can literally transport her through time to revisit cherished memories with former boyfriend Max (Corenswet). In the meantime, she begins exploring feelings for a new potential love interest (Min) while grappling with whether she should alter the past.
“If something happened to you, and I could stop it, but it would mean we would never meet, would you want me to?” Boynton asks a confused Corenswet in the trailer.
Later, Boynton continues to debate her options:...
- 3/15/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The romance genre is rare in that even the most conventional films can land extremely well. Somewhat fittingly titled, The Greatest Hits feels like an amalgamation of all the familiar beats of the romance genre. Nevertheless, writer-director Ned Benson and his cast infuse the movie with so much charm and humanity that the result is something incredibly charming and very special.
In the film, Lucy Boynton plays a woman with a mysterious affliction: every time she hears a certain song, she is literally transported back in time to the last time she heard it with her late boyfriend. It’s a high-concept blend of sci-fi and romance, and while it goes through a lot of conventional motions, it’s consistently lovable.
The characters’ arcs play out in pretty much the exact way you would expect. The protagonist has to learn to love again after being hurt by tragedy, and she finds a handsome,...
In the film, Lucy Boynton plays a woman with a mysterious affliction: every time she hears a certain song, she is literally transported back in time to the last time she heard it with her late boyfriend. It’s a high-concept blend of sci-fi and romance, and while it goes through a lot of conventional motions, it’s consistently lovable.
The characters’ arcs play out in pretty much the exact way you would expect. The protagonist has to learn to love again after being hurt by tragedy, and she finds a handsome,...
- 3/14/2024
- by Sean Boelman
- FandomWire
The first season of HBO’s True Detective series was a great addition to the prestige reputation of the brand’s ability to produce some of the best TV shows of all time. The show starring Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey was another acting showcase for the latter after he won the Oscar for Dallas Buyers Club.
Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson in True Detective season 1
He was nominated for an Emmy for his incredible performance in the show. The second and third seasons however did not live up to the brilliance of the first season. While many fans considered the recent fourth season a return to form for the show, they still cannot accept the fact that it has a higher rating than the first season.
Fans Do Not Agree That True Detective Season 4 Is Better than Season 1
Fans believe that season 1 of True Detective is still the best yet...
Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson in True Detective season 1
He was nominated for an Emmy for his incredible performance in the show. The second and third seasons however did not live up to the brilliance of the first season. While many fans considered the recent fourth season a return to form for the show, they still cannot accept the fact that it has a higher rating than the first season.
Fans Do Not Agree That True Detective Season 4 Is Better than Season 1
Fans believe that season 1 of True Detective is still the best yet...
- 2/21/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Matthew McConaughey’s 2014 drama series True Detective, has truly been one of the most viewed, yet frustrating TV series of the past decade. According to reports, the quality varying wildly from season to season is one of the biggest reasons why fans found it difficult to monitor the characters constantly.
Matthew McConaughey in True Detective (2014)
However, while the character arcs change with progress from storyline to storyline, and each season turns into a new mystery, fans seem to have voted their favorite season in True Detective. As per reports, keeping in mind the incredible highs, as well as the disappointing lows, True Detective season 4 surprisingly beat Matthew McConaughey’s season 1.
Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson’s True Detective Debut
The 2014 drama series True Detective which incorporated unconventional cults and philosophies into its story of abuse and murder, featured the world-renowned faces, Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson in their gripping first season.
Matthew McConaughey in True Detective (2014)
However, while the character arcs change with progress from storyline to storyline, and each season turns into a new mystery, fans seem to have voted their favorite season in True Detective. As per reports, keeping in mind the incredible highs, as well as the disappointing lows, True Detective season 4 surprisingly beat Matthew McConaughey’s season 1.
Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson’s True Detective Debut
The 2014 drama series True Detective which incorporated unconventional cults and philosophies into its story of abuse and murder, featured the world-renowned faces, Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson in their gripping first season.
- 2/21/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The lineup for the 2024 SXSW Film & TV festival has been announced, with the additions of Dev Patel’s action thriller Monkey Man as a headliner. Also joining the lineup is the Sydney Sweeney starring nun horror Immaculate and Y2K, the comedy from SNL alum Kyle Mooney that stars Rachel Zegler.
These films join previously announced centerpiece screenings including the Ryan Gosling starrer The Fall Guy, Anne Hathaway romance The Idea of You, and the Jake Gyllenhaal led Road House remake, the latter of which will open the fest.
As for television, the Bon Jovi docuseries Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story will bow at the fest along with Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told. These are joining the previously announced premiere of Netflix’s Three Body Problem.
Elsewhere in the lineup is the Nicolas Cage starrer Arcadian, the Lucy Boynton sci-fi feature The Greatest Hits, Rudy Mancuso’s Música,...
These films join previously announced centerpiece screenings including the Ryan Gosling starrer The Fall Guy, Anne Hathaway romance The Idea of You, and the Jake Gyllenhaal led Road House remake, the latter of which will open the fest.
As for television, the Bon Jovi docuseries Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story will bow at the fest along with Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told. These are joining the previously announced premiere of Netflix’s Three Body Problem.
Elsewhere in the lineup is the Nicolas Cage starrer Arcadian, the Lucy Boynton sci-fi feature The Greatest Hits, Rudy Mancuso’s Música,...
- 2/7/2024
- by Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley manage to inspire celebrities to this day. For several different reasons, some fans see Lana Del Rey as Priscilla’s modern equivalent. Here’s why that’s the case — and why Del Rey didn’t write a tune for the soundtrack of Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla.
Lana Del Rey wasn’t able to pen a song for ‘Priscilla’
Del Rey’s haircuts and outfits from her early career are very reminiscent of Priscilla’s style from the 1960s. On top of that, Del Rey has referenced the “Blue Suede Shoes” singer throughout her career. For example, her songs “Million Dollar Man,” “American,” and “Body Electric” all allude to Elvis or his songs, while Elvis is a character in Del Rey’s Tropico alongside Adam, Eve, Jesus Christ, and the Virgin Mary. Del Rey’s “The Greatest” also has some instrumental similarities with “Can’t Help Falling in Love.
Lana Del Rey wasn’t able to pen a song for ‘Priscilla’
Del Rey’s haircuts and outfits from her early career are very reminiscent of Priscilla’s style from the 1960s. On top of that, Del Rey has referenced the “Blue Suede Shoes” singer throughout her career. For example, her songs “Million Dollar Man,” “American,” and “Body Electric” all allude to Elvis or his songs, while Elvis is a character in Del Rey’s Tropico alongside Adam, Eve, Jesus Christ, and the Virgin Mary. Del Rey’s “The Greatest” also has some instrumental similarities with “Can’t Help Falling in Love.
- 2/4/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Sia is a huge fan of Survivor and loves celebrating her favorite players.
The singer of The Greatest, Cheap Thrills, and Elastic Heart also awards cash prizes to players she enjoys on the show.
Following the Survivor 45 season, Sia gave out three cash prizes to cast members. Rewarding players is something she loves doing. It also leads to more than just the winner being recognized.
Some players who have received the Survivor Sia Award include Aurora McCreary from Edge of Extinction, Elaine Stott from Island of the Idols, and Owen Knight from Survivor 43 (in Fiji).
Fans routinely debate which players will or should receive Sia’s admiration in a given season.
Katurah Topps received $100,000 from Sia after appearing on Survivor 45.
Kaleb Gebrewold and Jake O’Kane each received $15,000 from Sia after Survivor 45.
Sia parties with Survivor 45 alums
Katurah Topps, Jake O’Kane, and Kaleb Gebrewold recently got to party with Sia.
The singer of The Greatest, Cheap Thrills, and Elastic Heart also awards cash prizes to players she enjoys on the show.
Following the Survivor 45 season, Sia gave out three cash prizes to cast members. Rewarding players is something she loves doing. It also leads to more than just the winner being recognized.
Some players who have received the Survivor Sia Award include Aurora McCreary from Edge of Extinction, Elaine Stott from Island of the Idols, and Owen Knight from Survivor 43 (in Fiji).
Fans routinely debate which players will or should receive Sia’s admiration in a given season.
Katurah Topps received $100,000 from Sia after appearing on Survivor 45.
Kaleb Gebrewold and Jake O’Kane each received $15,000 from Sia after Survivor 45.
Sia parties with Survivor 45 alums
Katurah Topps, Jake O’Kane, and Kaleb Gebrewold recently got to party with Sia.
- 2/2/2024
- by Ryan DeVault
- Monsters and Critics
Destiny’s Child is one of the biggest, most influential R&b-pop girl groups of all time.
The legendary troupe first debuted in the late ‘90s, delivering hits like “No, No, No,” “Bills, Bills, Bills” and “Say My Name” that sent them skyrocketing to superstardom in the music industry.
Throughout the years, the group experienced several member lineup shake-ups, before ultimately landing on their most well-known iteration, dubbed “DC3.” Together, the trio would release fun, empowering smashes like “Survivor,” “Bootylicious” and “Independent Woman Pt. 1.”
Since their last studio album in the mid ‘00s, Destiny Fulfilled, all of the members have gone on to embark on solo ventures expanding beyond music into acting, writing, presenting, and appearing as judges on popular reality TV shows.
As Beyoncé celebrates her birthday on tour, we’re taking a look back at all of the members past and present, and checking out what they’re...
The legendary troupe first debuted in the late ‘90s, delivering hits like “No, No, No,” “Bills, Bills, Bills” and “Say My Name” that sent them skyrocketing to superstardom in the music industry.
Throughout the years, the group experienced several member lineup shake-ups, before ultimately landing on their most well-known iteration, dubbed “DC3.” Together, the trio would release fun, empowering smashes like “Survivor,” “Bootylicious” and “Independent Woman Pt. 1.”
Since their last studio album in the mid ‘00s, Destiny Fulfilled, all of the members have gone on to embark on solo ventures expanding beyond music into acting, writing, presenting, and appearing as judges on popular reality TV shows.
As Beyoncé celebrates her birthday on tour, we’re taking a look back at all of the members past and present, and checking out what they’re...
- 12/6/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Destiny’s Child is one of the biggest, most influential R&b-pop girl groups of all time.
The legendary troupe first debuted in the late ‘90s, delivering hits like “No, No, No,” “Bills, Bills, Bills” and “Say My Name” that sent them skyrocketing to superstardom in the music industry.
Throughout the years, the group experienced several member lineup shake-ups, before ultimately landing on their most well-known iteration, dubbed “DC3.” Together, the trio would release fun, empowering smashes like “Survivor,” “Bootylicious” and “Independent Woman Pt. 1.”
Since their last studio album in the mid ‘00s, Destiny Fulfilled, all of the members have gone on to embark on solo ventures expanding beyond music into acting, writing, presenting, and appearing as judges on popular reality TV shows.
As Beyoncé celebrates her birthday on tour, we’re taking a look back at all of the members past and present, and checking out what they’re...
The legendary troupe first debuted in the late ‘90s, delivering hits like “No, No, No,” “Bills, Bills, Bills” and “Say My Name” that sent them skyrocketing to superstardom in the music industry.
Throughout the years, the group experienced several member lineup shake-ups, before ultimately landing on their most well-known iteration, dubbed “DC3.” Together, the trio would release fun, empowering smashes like “Survivor,” “Bootylicious” and “Independent Woman Pt. 1.”
Since their last studio album in the mid ‘00s, Destiny Fulfilled, all of the members have gone on to embark on solo ventures expanding beyond music into acting, writing, presenting, and appearing as judges on popular reality TV shows.
As Beyoncé celebrates her birthday on tour, we’re taking a look back at all of the members past and present, and checking out what they’re...
- 11/21/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
A Tribe Called Quest’s Q-Tip has joined the creative team for Ali, a new musical theater production based on the life of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali. As revealed by Deadline, he has signed on as music producer, co-lyricist, and cast album producer.
Directed by Clint Dyer with music composed by Teddy Abrams, Ali began its journey as a multimedia project titled The Greatest: Muhammad Ali, which premiered in 2017 with the Louisville Orchestra (of which Abrams is the director). Abrams and other collaborators had the idea to turn the project into a full-on musical designed for Broadway, and since then, momentum has grown, with acclaimed saxophonist Casey Benjamin and music supervisor Sean Mayes coming aboard.
Q-Tip will contribute to the show alongside Dyer (who also wrote the book) and Abrams. “I am very excited to be collaborating with Teddy, Clint, Casey and Sean in telling The Greatest’s story on stage,...
Directed by Clint Dyer with music composed by Teddy Abrams, Ali began its journey as a multimedia project titled The Greatest: Muhammad Ali, which premiered in 2017 with the Louisville Orchestra (of which Abrams is the director). Abrams and other collaborators had the idea to turn the project into a full-on musical designed for Broadway, and since then, momentum has grown, with acclaimed saxophonist Casey Benjamin and music supervisor Sean Mayes coming aboard.
Q-Tip will contribute to the show alongside Dyer (who also wrote the book) and Abrams. “I am very excited to be collaborating with Teddy, Clint, Casey and Sean in telling The Greatest’s story on stage,...
- 10/25/2023
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Music
Exclusive: Q-Tip, the legendary rapper, producer, singer and lyricist, will be adding his hip-hop know-how to the Broadway-bound Ali, a musical about Muhammad Ali’s life in and out of the boxing ring.
The acclaimed rhymer has been signed on by Ali lead producer Richard Willis as music producer, co-lyricist and cast album producer, and will work alongside director and book writer Clint Dyer, deputy artistic director of UK’s National Theatre, and Teddy Abrams, the show’s composer.
Abrams is music director of the Louisville Orchestra, based in the city where the heavyweight champion and a titan of the 20th century was born.
Back in 2017, Abrams wrote multimedia opera-rap-oratorio mashup The Greatest: Muhammad Ali, which premiered with the Louisville Orchestra at the Kentucky Center in Louisville.
That production got Abrams, and others, thinking that there should be a full-scale Broadway...
The acclaimed rhymer has been signed on by Ali lead producer Richard Willis as music producer, co-lyricist and cast album producer, and will work alongside director and book writer Clint Dyer, deputy artistic director of UK’s National Theatre, and Teddy Abrams, the show’s composer.
Abrams is music director of the Louisville Orchestra, based in the city where the heavyweight champion and a titan of the 20th century was born.
Back in 2017, Abrams wrote multimedia opera-rap-oratorio mashup The Greatest: Muhammad Ali, which premiered with the Louisville Orchestra at the Kentucky Center in Louisville.
That production got Abrams, and others, thinking that there should be a full-scale Broadway...
- 10/25/2023
- by Baz Bamigboye
- Deadline Film + TV
Here is a wrap-up of all the news you need to know from Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
MGM+ has unveiled the official trailer for its highly-anticipated series, Beacon 23.
The sci-fi drama will debut on Sunday, November 12, on MGM+ at 9:00 p.m. Et/Pt with the first two of eight episodes.
Zak Penn created the series and executive produced along with Glen Mazzara.
It is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by High Powey.
"Beacon 23 takes place in the farthest reaches of the Milky Way and follows Aster (Lena Headey), a government agent, and Halan (Stephan James), a stoic ex-military man, whose fates become entangled after they find themselves trapped together inside one of many Beacons that serve as a lighthouse for intergalactic travelers," according to the logline.
"Every Beacon is run by one highly trained human and a specialized Artificial Intelligence. Aster mysteriously finds her way to the lonely Beacon-keeper Halan,...
MGM+ has unveiled the official trailer for its highly-anticipated series, Beacon 23.
The sci-fi drama will debut on Sunday, November 12, on MGM+ at 9:00 p.m. Et/Pt with the first two of eight episodes.
Zak Penn created the series and executive produced along with Glen Mazzara.
It is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by High Powey.
"Beacon 23 takes place in the farthest reaches of the Milky Way and follows Aster (Lena Headey), a government agent, and Halan (Stephan James), a stoic ex-military man, whose fates become entangled after they find themselves trapped together inside one of many Beacons that serve as a lighthouse for intergalactic travelers," according to the logline.
"Every Beacon is run by one highly trained human and a specialized Artificial Intelligence. Aster mysteriously finds her way to the lonely Beacon-keeper Halan,...
- 10/18/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
People say truth is stranger than fiction, but the story in "Cocaine Bear" the movie is definitely more interesting than the true story behind it. In real life, the bear dubbed Pablo Eskobear ate a bunch of coke that was dumped from a drug smuggling plane and died from an overdose. In the vision of bloody mayhem created by director Elizabeth Banks and writer Jimmy Warden, though, the bear in question went on a drug-fueled murder spree, mauling anyone who got in her way. Even Margo Martindale wasn't safe!
"Cocaine Bear" landed in the zeitgeist earlier this year, taking Twitter by storm before its release, thanks to its wild title and even wilder premise. The movie ultimately grossed over $87 million at the box office (per Box Office Mojo). An attention-catching genre mashup with a relatively lean budget and a good theatrical haul should be like studio exec catnip, so where's the "Cocaine Bear" sequel news?...
"Cocaine Bear" landed in the zeitgeist earlier this year, taking Twitter by storm before its release, thanks to its wild title and even wilder premise. The movie ultimately grossed over $87 million at the box office (per Box Office Mojo). An attention-catching genre mashup with a relatively lean budget and a good theatrical haul should be like studio exec catnip, so where's the "Cocaine Bear" sequel news?...
- 9/17/2023
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Drew Barrymore has not had a great week -- and for good reason. When she announced that her daytime talk show "The Drew Barrymore Show" would be returning amidst the ongoing Writer's Guild of America strike, people were understandably very upset about this. If you were going to stand in solidarity with your writers, then the notion of bringing back the show should be an immediate non-starter. Even the show's co-head writer, Cristina Kinon, publicly spoke out about the terrible decision. The return stood in stark contrast to her decision to drop out of hosting the MTV Movie and TV Awards due to strike solidarity.
Well, after a week of doubling down and tearful apologies, it turns out "The Drew Barrymore Show" will not be returning on September 18, 2023 after all. They did film episodes of the show — which infamously included kicking strike supporters out of the audience — but they will...
Well, after a week of doubling down and tearful apologies, it turns out "The Drew Barrymore Show" will not be returning on September 18, 2023 after all. They did film episodes of the show — which infamously included kicking strike supporters out of the audience — but they will...
- 9/17/2023
- by Mike Shutt
- Slash Film
HBO/Max’s The Last of Us and Lionsgate’s John Wick: Chapter 4 were among the winners at the 10th annual Location Managers Guild International (Lmgi) Awards. The Guild’s Guild’s 20th anniversary was also celebrated Saturday evening at the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica.
The Last of Us, which used Canadian locations and VFX to create its dystopian world; and John Wick 4, filmed in cities including Berlin, Paris and Tokyo, collected awards for outstanding locations in a contemporary series and movie, respectively. On the strength of its Last of Us locations, The Alberta Film Commissions/Calgary Economic Development won the trophy for outstanding film commission.
Paramount’s 1923 and Netflix’s All Quiet On The Western Front topped the categories for locations in a period series and film, respectively. HBO/Max’s The White Lotus earned a trophy in the category for a serial program,...
The Last of Us, which used Canadian locations and VFX to create its dystopian world; and John Wick 4, filmed in cities including Berlin, Paris and Tokyo, collected awards for outstanding locations in a contemporary series and movie, respectively. On the strength of its Last of Us locations, The Alberta Film Commissions/Calgary Economic Development won the trophy for outstanding film commission.
Paramount’s 1923 and Netflix’s All Quiet On The Western Front topped the categories for locations in a period series and film, respectively. HBO/Max’s The White Lotus earned a trophy in the category for a serial program,...
- 8/27/2023
- by Carolyn Giardina
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Welcome to our weekly rundown of the best new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more. This week, Doja Cat gets ruthless, Halle Bailey shines in her debut solo single, and Bebe Rexha and David Guetta bring us back to the 2010s with a dance-pop anthem. Plus, new music from Kali Uchis, Grupo Frontera, James Blunt and more.
Doja Cat, “Paint the Town Red” (YouTube)
Halle Bailey, “Angel” (YouTube)
Bebe Rexha and David Guetta, “One in a Million” (YouTube)
Kali Uchis feat. El Alfa and Jt,...
Doja Cat, “Paint the Town Red” (YouTube)
Halle Bailey, “Angel” (YouTube)
Bebe Rexha and David Guetta, “One in a Million” (YouTube)
Kali Uchis feat. El Alfa and Jt,...
- 8/4/2023
- by Rolling Stone
- Rollingstone.com
The Location Managers Guild International unwrapped its nominations for its 10th annual Lmgi Awards for work in film, TV and commercials, which will be presented Aug. 26 at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica.
During the ceremony, which also marks the Guild’s 20th anniversary, an award will also be presented for outstanding film commission. Nominees are The Alberta Film Commissions, The City of Brantford,
The City of Worcester (Mass.) Film Commission, The Czech Film Commission, The Montana Film Office and The Oklahoma Film and Music Office.
Location scout Beth Tate (Twilight, Beverly Hills 90210) will receive the Guild’s Trailblazer Award during the ceremony.
The complete list of nominees follows:
Outstanding Locations In A Contemporary Television Series
Jack Ryan – Season 3 –Prime Video
Succession – Season 4 – HBO l Max
The Diplomat – Netflix
The Handmaids Tale – Season 5 – Hulu/MGM Studios
The Last of Us – HBO l Max
The Old Man...
During the ceremony, which also marks the Guild’s 20th anniversary, an award will also be presented for outstanding film commission. Nominees are The Alberta Film Commissions, The City of Brantford,
The City of Worcester (Mass.) Film Commission, The Czech Film Commission, The Montana Film Office and The Oklahoma Film and Music Office.
Location scout Beth Tate (Twilight, Beverly Hills 90210) will receive the Guild’s Trailblazer Award during the ceremony.
The complete list of nominees follows:
Outstanding Locations In A Contemporary Television Series
Jack Ryan – Season 3 –Prime Video
Succession – Season 4 – HBO l Max
The Diplomat – Netflix
The Handmaids Tale – Season 5 – Hulu/MGM Studios
The Last of Us – HBO l Max
The Old Man...
- 6/30/2023
- by Carolyn Giardina
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Location Managers Guild International is out with the nominations for its 10th anniversary Lmgi Awards, which honor the outstanding and creative visual contributions by location professionals in film, TV and commercials worldwide. See the list below.
The Lmgi Awards will be handed Saturday, August 26, at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica.
Location scout Beth Tate will receive this year’s Trailblazer Award. Recipients of the Lifetime Achievement, Humanitarian and the Eva Monley Awards will be announced later.
Here are the nominees for the 2023 Lmgi Awards:
Outstanding Locations in a Contemporary Television Series
Jack Ryan – Season 3 –Prime Video
Succession – Season 4 – HBO l Max
The Diplomat – Netflix
The Handmaid’s Tale – Season 5 – Hulu/MGM Studios“
The Last of Us – HBO l Max
The Old Man – FX Networks
Outstanding Locations in a Period Television Series
1923 – Paramount+
Peaky Blinders – Season 6 – Netflix
Perry Mason – Season 2 – HBO l Max
See...
The Lmgi Awards will be handed Saturday, August 26, at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica.
Location scout Beth Tate will receive this year’s Trailblazer Award. Recipients of the Lifetime Achievement, Humanitarian and the Eva Monley Awards will be announced later.
Here are the nominees for the 2023 Lmgi Awards:
Outstanding Locations in a Contemporary Television Series
Jack Ryan – Season 3 –Prime Video
Succession – Season 4 – HBO l Max
The Diplomat – Netflix
The Handmaid’s Tale – Season 5 – Hulu/MGM Studios“
The Last of Us – HBO l Max
The Old Man – FX Networks
Outstanding Locations in a Period Television Series
1923 – Paramount+
Peaky Blinders – Season 6 – Netflix
Perry Mason – Season 2 – HBO l Max
See...
- 6/30/2023
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Theatre's biggest night is about to go dark: news has just broken via The Hollywood Reporter that the 76th Annual Tony Awards, which were set to take place on June 11, 2023, will no longer air via streaming or broadcasting. The news comes in the wake of the ongoing Writers' Guild of America strike, which affects film and television writers — like the kind who would write a telecast for an award show.
Apparently, the decision not to air the show is less a voluntary show of solidarity and more an adherence to WGA guidelines, as the Tony Awards Management Committee apparently applied to the WGA for a waiver allowing the show to continue, and was denied. According to THR, members of the Committee cited the importance of a live show to help boost ticket sales on Broadway, where ticket sales have reportedly failed to bounce back in the wake of the pandemic.
Apparently, the decision not to air the show is less a voluntary show of solidarity and more an adherence to WGA guidelines, as the Tony Awards Management Committee apparently applied to the WGA for a waiver allowing the show to continue, and was denied. According to THR, members of the Committee cited the importance of a live show to help boost ticket sales on Broadway, where ticket sales have reportedly failed to bounce back in the wake of the pandemic.
- 5/13/2023
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
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