“Shrinking” Production Designer Cabot McMullen on Laughing & Crying in Pasadena
Shrinking is that rare hybrid; a laugh-out-loud comedy that turns on a dime into a lump-in-your-throat drama. Created by star Jason Segel, Ted Lasso co-creator Bill Lawrence, and writer (and Ted Lasso star) Brett Goldstein, Shrinking follows Segel’s therapist Jimmy the year after his wife, Tia (Lilan Bowden), has tragically died. Because Jimmy is played by Segel, he’s naturally funny, but we also find him in a personal and professional tailspin,
Ryan Coogler Developing an “X-Files” Reboot
In what could be a delicious addition to his flourishing career, Ryan Coogler is developing a new version of The X-Files.
Original X-Files creator Chris Carter revealed the news during an interview with On The Coast with Gloria Macarenko while celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic sci-fi series. Here was what Carter said when he dropped the huge news: “I just spoke to a young man,
“Deadpool 3” Adds “Succession” Star Matthew Macfadyen
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are getting one of the best character actors around for their long-awaited Marvel team-up in Deadpool 3.
Succession star Matthew Macfadyen, who plays the scheming if oft overmatched Tom Wambsgans, will be trading sparring partners like Brian Cox’s Logan Roy and Sarah Snook’s Shiv Roy for the Merc with the Mouth and Wolverine, Deadline reports. Macfadyen joins fellow newcomer Emma Corrin (The Crown),
The Elements Collide in First Trailer for Pixar’s “Elemental”
Pixar has dropped the official trailer for their upcoming feature Elemental, which is inspired by big cities around the globe and the very elements that make up our world, all of which combine for a purely Pixarian tale.
The film is centered on a firey wit named Ember (she is literally fire and voiced by Leah Lewis) who is most comfortable in her home of Firetown. Ember’s always believed her life would burn brightest close to home,
“The White Lotus” Season 3 is Headed to Thailand
Mike White’s deliciously devilish satire The White Lotus is headed to Thailand, Variety reports. Following the first season’s luxe tropical setting in Hawaii (shot at the Four Seasons) and season two’s decadent, Old World beauty in Sicily (also shot at the Four Seasons), there’s a good chance that season three will take advantage of the luxury hotel’s properties in Thailand. The country offers no shortage of jaw-dropping beauty, including lush jungles,
“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” Eyeing a Premiere at Cannes
Harrison Ford has traveled the globe as Indiana Jones, so a stop in the south of France seems like an appropriate place to kick off his fifth and final mission as the adventurous archeologist.
The Hollywood Reporter scoops that Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is eyeing a premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this May. The upcoming film from director James Mangold (the first Indy film to be helmed by someone other than Steven Spielberg) is looking at debuting at the festival in the first few days.
Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” Gets Fall Release From Apple
Apple has wisely chosen to release Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon this fall, right when the abundance of prestige films with award aspirations pour into theaters. Scorsese’s western crime drama, like any Scorsese film, frankly, has major award expectations, with the legendary director leading his longtime collaborators Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, along with a stellar cast that includes Jesse Plemmons, Lily Gladstone, John Lithgow, Brendan Fraser, Tantoo Cardinal, Cara Jade Myers,
Brie Larson Reveals Her “Fast X” Character
We now know exactly who Brie Larson is playing in the upcoming tenth film in the franchise, Fast X. Larson revealed to Total Film that she’s playing Tess, the daughter of Mr. Nobody (Kurt Russell). Russell’s character, a covert agent, has appeared in several films in the franchise, including Fast & Furious 7, The Fate of the Furious, and most recently, F9. In F9,
“Batman: The Doom that Came to Gotham” Composer Stefan L. Smith Draws out the Darkness
Batman: The Doom that Came to Gotham submerges Bruce Wayne (David Giuntoli) in a world of magic, myths, and monsters. Set a century ago in the roaring 20s, the glamour and grandeur of Gotham glimmer beneath an evil awakening set to consume the city. The edgy animated style based on the 2000-2001 comic book miniseries by Mike Mignola and Richard Pace is appropriately avant-garde and calls for an epic, atmospheric score. Composer Stefan L.
Inside the “Succession” Season 4 Premiere & Logan Roy’s Bummer of a Birthday
It shouldn’t be all that surprising that Logan Roy (Brian Cox) would be a dour birthday boy. Succession’s fourth season premiere began with the big guy taking center stage in a birthday celebration at his house. He was less than cheerful. The reason why was clear, even if he’d never admit it.
A house party, however, is a perfect way for Succession creator Jesse Armstrong and director Mark Mylod to get a bunch of the show’s most important characters together in a single room as everyone tries to avoid Logan’s wrath and close a deal (of course Logan’s working on a deal during his birthday party) with a hated former rival.
“John Wick: Chapter 4” Dropkicks Franchise Record With Historic Opening Weekend
John Wick: Chapter 4 is the wildest, most brilliantly constructed film in the franchise—we interviewed a slew of the filmmakers behind the movie, including director Chad Stahelski—and it’s now also the opening box office champion. The Keanu Reeves-led action thriller had a franchise-best start in North America, bringing in a massive $73.5 million domestically and another $64 million globally, totaling $137.5 million worldwide. All of these numbers represent records for the franchise.
“The Magician’s Elephant” Creative Team on Netflix’s Warm, Wondrous New Animated Film
If you’re looking for a wonderful, feel-good movie to cozy up to, The Magician’s Elephant on Netflix is a beautiful story whose animation springs to life an ensemble cast of characters you’d want to befriend. The film is a re-imagination of a novel by Newbery award-winning author Kate DiCamillo and follows a young boy named Peter (Noah Jupe) and his search for his long-lost sister Adele (Pixie Davies).
As the title suggests,
Paramount Working on “Vertigo” Remake With Robert Downey Jr. as Potential Star
One of the most beloved, critically acclaimed films of all time is getting a remake.
Paramount Pictures is working on a remake of Alfred Hitchcock’s iconic 1958 psychological thriller Vertigo, and Robert Downey Jr. is circling the lead role played by James Stewart in the original. Downey Jr. is producing the film alongside his wife, Susan Downey, with John Davis and John Fox onboard as their producing partners. What’s more, the remake will be written by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight,
The Original Power Rangers Return in “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always” Trailer
Power Rangers—unite!
The original Power Rangers and their nemesis Rita are back in the first trailer for Netflix’s Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always. The anniversary special arrives 30 years after the original series on Fox and sees many of the original cast returning. They include Walter E. Jones as Black Ranger/Zack Taylor, David Yost as Blue Ranger/Billy Cranston, Catherine Sutherland as Pink Ranger/Kat Hillard, and Steve Cardenas as Red Ranger/Rocky DeSantos.
New “Star Wars” Film Will Be Written by “Peaky Blinders” Creator Steven Knight
Lucasfilm has tapped one of the sharpest writers in the business to take on one of their upcoming Star Wars films.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight will be stepping in to pen the upcoming feature, which is set to be directed by Ms. Marvel director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy. Knight will be taking over for Damon Lindelof and Justin Britt-Gibson, who had originally been working on the script.
“John Wick: Chapter 4” Director Chad Stahelski on Why Wick’s a Villain Trying to Do Right
Editor’s Note: Leading up to the release of John Wick: Chapter 4 on March 24, 2023, The Credits is publishing a “Wick Week” of content, weaving stories about the film’s fighting style, stunts, and cinematography, along with an interview with director Chad Stahelski. Some mild spoilers follow.
Chad Stahelski didn’t set out to make a blockbuster franchise,
Critics Say “Succession” Season 4 Sees The Series Going Out on Top
Critics have gotten a peek at the first four episodes of Succession‘s fourth and final season, and they like what they’re seeing. Creator Jesse Armstrong’s decision to end the series after four seasons is starting to seem like the final, winning chess move for a show that has been consistently excellent since it debuted in 2018.
Chronicling the viciousness and vicissitudes of the Roy Family, Succession has cast a gimlet eye on the billionaire class,
“Scream VI” Costume Designer Avery Plewes Gives Ghostface & Co an NYC Style Upgrade
Scream VI costume designer Avery Plewes was a big part of successfully moving the franchise out of Woodsboro and into the stylistically and energetically amped up New York City. The sequel goes big in every possible regard.
For a terrifying sequence set on Halloween night aboard a subway train, Plewes made 200 costumes to create a claustrophobic environment. Plewes and her team even produced one costume as a loving nod to directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett’s Ready or Not.
“John Wick: Chapter 4” Cinematographer Dan Laustsen on the Beautiful Brutality of Lensing Wick’s World
Editor’s Note: Leading up to the release of John Wick: Chapter 4 on March 24, 2023, The Credits is publishing a “Wick Week” of content, weaving stories about the film’s fighting style, stunts, along with an interview with director Chad Stahelski. Some mild spoilers follow.
Cinematographer Dan Laustsen has a way with color.
“Captain America: New World Order” is Officially Filming
Anthony Mackie has officially suited up for his first lead role in a Marvel movie. Captain America: New World Order has begun filming, the fourth film in the Cap franchise, with Mackie reprising his role as Sam Wilson after leading Marvel’s epic Disney+ series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
New World Order will find none other than Harrison Ford playing General Thaddeus Ross (replacing the late William Hurt) and will continue Sam Wilson’s story after the events in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier saw him finally accepting the shield Cap (Chris Evans) gave him at the end of Avengers: Endgame.
