![Winona Ryder, Tom Wlaschiha, David Harbour, Brett Gelman, Maya Hawke, Jamie Campbell Bower, Natalia Dyer, Joseph Quinn, Caleb McLaughlin, Sadie Sink, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Charlie Heaton, Joe Keery, Noah Schnapp, Gaten Matarazzo, and Eduardo Franco in Stranger Things (2016)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/m.media-amazon.com/images/M/MV5BMDZkYmVhNjMtNWU4MC00MDQxLWE3MjYtZGMzZWI1ZjhlOWJmXkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyMTkxNjUyNQ@@._V1_QL75_UY207_CR13,0,140,207_.jpg)
![Winona Ryder, Tom Wlaschiha, David Harbour, Brett Gelman, Maya Hawke, Jamie Campbell Bower, Natalia Dyer, Joseph Quinn, Caleb McLaughlin, Sadie Sink, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Charlie Heaton, Joe Keery, Noah Schnapp, Gaten Matarazzo, and Eduardo Franco in Stranger Things (2016)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/m.media-amazon.com/images/M/MV5BMDZkYmVhNjMtNWU4MC00MDQxLWE3MjYtZGMzZWI1ZjhlOWJmXkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyMTkxNjUyNQ@@._V1_QL75_UY207_CR13,0,140,207_.jpg)
After being delayed several months by the writers strike and the actors strike, season 5 of the hit Netflix series Stranger Things (which is also the last season of the show) finally went into production at the start of the year and has now passed the halfway point of its twelve month shooting schedule… and to mark the occasion, Netflix has released a promo video that gives a behind-the-scenes look at the filming of this new batch of episodes. You can watch this promo in the embed above. It has also been announced that Nell Fisher (Evil Dead Rise), newcomer Jake Connelly, and Alex Breaux (Joe Pickett) have joined the cast.
Stranger Things has the following synopsis: A love letter to the ‘80s classic genre films that captivated a generation, Stranger Things is a thrilling drama set in the seemingly normal Midwestern town of Hawkins, Indiana. After a boy vanishes into thin air,...
Stranger Things has the following synopsis: A love letter to the ‘80s classic genre films that captivated a generation, Stranger Things is a thrilling drama set in the seemingly normal Midwestern town of Hawkins, Indiana. After a boy vanishes into thin air,...
- 7/15/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
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Alien: Romulus has understandably become one of this summer's most highly anticipated movies. Based on what we've seen thus far, all signs point to it following in the footsteps of Prey (Hulu's 2022 Predator reboot) as a return to form for the franchise.
Tickets went on sale this past Thursday and Total Film (via SFFGazette.com) just unleashed two new covers for its next issue.
The Xenomorph looms large on both and, after years of being portrayed as cannon fodder, it looks like filmmaker Fede Alvarez plans to use them to strike fear into our hearts all over again.
"I think we all have our favorite creatures in these movies," the filmmaker recently said. "Facehuggers have always been the ones that scare me the most. The idea of what would happen if the Facehugger gets you, you'll wish for the Xenomorph. You'll wish for a quick death instead of what...
Tickets went on sale this past Thursday and Total Film (via SFFGazette.com) just unleashed two new covers for its next issue.
The Xenomorph looms large on both and, after years of being portrayed as cannon fodder, it looks like filmmaker Fede Alvarez plans to use them to strike fear into our hearts all over again.
"I think we all have our favorite creatures in these movies," the filmmaker recently said. "Facehuggers have always been the ones that scare me the most. The idea of what would happen if the Facehugger gets you, you'll wish for the Xenomorph. You'll wish for a quick death instead of what...
- 7/13/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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When a game claims record-high player numbers on Xbox Game Pass, gamers usually expect titles like Fallout or The Elder Scrolls to be the ones breaking records. So, imagine the surprise when Arkane Studios’ Redfall was touted as achieving this milestone on Xbox Game Pass.
A Lead Server Engineer at Arkane Studios made bold assertions regarding their game over a post. This was shared on a social media platform causing disbelief across the gaming community.
Could Redfall be the dark horse of Bethesda’s lineup?
“Technically” Speaking Gamers question “dubious” Redfall claims. | Image credits: Bethesda Softworks
The Lead Server Engineer detailed significant advancements in Redfall’s server architecture. The post outlined the use of Microsoft Azure for scalable hosting, service containerization to streamline server release management, and decentralized game-instance hosting to ensure responsive gameplay across global regions.
Suggested“No respect at all. Execs living in a bubble”: Redfall’s...
A Lead Server Engineer at Arkane Studios made bold assertions regarding their game over a post. This was shared on a social media platform causing disbelief across the gaming community.
Could Redfall be the dark horse of Bethesda’s lineup?
“Technically” Speaking Gamers question “dubious” Redfall claims. | Image credits: Bethesda Softworks
The Lead Server Engineer detailed significant advancements in Redfall’s server architecture. The post outlined the use of Microsoft Azure for scalable hosting, service containerization to streamline server release management, and decentralized game-instance hosting to ensure responsive gameplay across global regions.
Suggested“No respect at all. Execs living in a bubble”: Redfall’s...
- 7/10/2024
- by Arkaneel Khan
- FandomWire
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The only award season that matters is here! Joking (kind of), but seriously, Fangoria just released the complete list of nominees for the 2024 Fangoria Chainsaw Awards. Considering how often horror gets shut out of the mainstream award shows, it's nice to have at least one thing we can rely on year after year.
Last year's Chainsaw Awards included big wins for movies like The Black Phone, Terrifier 2, and Prey. This time, the categories are again stacked, with films like Abigail, Evil Dead Rise, The First Omen, Talk To Me, Late Night with the Devil, and many more going head to head.
Specific performances are also being highlighted, like Tobin Bell in Saw X and Kathryn Newton for both Lisa Frankenstein and Abigail. It's been a fantastic few years for horror, and it'll be exciting to see which movies pull ahead this time around.
In addition to popular categories such as Best Wide Release,...
Last year's Chainsaw Awards included big wins for movies like The Black Phone, Terrifier 2, and Prey. This time, the categories are again stacked, with films like Abigail, Evil Dead Rise, The First Omen, Talk To Me, Late Night with the Devil, and many more going head to head.
Specific performances are also being highlighted, like Tobin Bell in Saw X and Kathryn Newton for both Lisa Frankenstein and Abigail. It's been a fantastic few years for horror, and it'll be exciting to see which movies pull ahead this time around.
In addition to popular categories such as Best Wide Release,...
- 7/8/2024
- by Mads Lennon
- 1428 Elm
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Saber Interactive is just months away from releasing one of the most anticipated games of the year. According to Warhammer 40K fans, Space Marine 2 could have taken more risks to avoid following the trend that several games in this universe have been following in recent years.
According to reports, the games in this well-known role-playing game franchise follow the same storyline, with the protagonists always facing the same villains: the servants of the primordial, or more commonly known as the Chaos forces. On sites like Reddit, users are suggesting that the game should have focused more on facing the Tyranids and not deviated from that.
Space Marine 2 Continues the Trend Followed by Warhammer 40K Games Warhammer 40K fans expected that Space Marine 2 wouldn’t use Chaos forces. Image via Saber Interactive.
After a considerable amount of gameplay and many trailers showing its features in depth, players can’t wait to...
According to reports, the games in this well-known role-playing game franchise follow the same storyline, with the protagonists always facing the same villains: the servants of the primordial, or more commonly known as the Chaos forces. On sites like Reddit, users are suggesting that the game should have focused more on facing the Tyranids and not deviated from that.
Space Marine 2 Continues the Trend Followed by Warhammer 40K Games Warhammer 40K fans expected that Space Marine 2 wouldn’t use Chaos forces. Image via Saber Interactive.
After a considerable amount of gameplay and many trailers showing its features in depth, players can’t wait to...
- 6/29/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
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Ryan Phillippe and Mena Suvari play Andrew and Sue, Christian missionaries living in the remote Kalahari Desert region of Africa. Andrew is a doctor working to help the local community, but militant extremists threaten their safety. With few options available, the couple accepts a flight out with shady pilot Grun, portrayed by Emile Hirsch. Yet tragedy strikes mid-air as the overloaded plane crashes in a game reserve full of lions, leopards, and hyenas.
Sue suffers injuries in the wreck, leaving Andrew reluctant to leave her side. As Grun leads the other survivors to find help, Andrew stays behind to care for his wife. But with night falling and the reserve teeming with predators, their situation grows dire. Both man and beast now imperil the couple, who must summon every reserve of strength, skill, and faith to survive against the odds in the vast and volatile African wilderness.
The film gears...
Sue suffers injuries in the wreck, leaving Andrew reluctant to leave her side. As Grun leads the other survivors to find help, Andrew stays behind to care for his wife. But with night falling and the reserve teeming with predators, their situation grows dire. Both man and beast now imperil the couple, who must summon every reserve of strength, skill, and faith to survive against the odds in the vast and volatile African wilderness.
The film gears...
- 6/27/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
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Screen Siren Pictures, the Canadian-based independent production company behind such recent titles as French Exit, Bones of Crows and Indian Horse, on Thursday announced the launch of Scream Siren, a new arm at the company focusing on original, genre-driven storytelling with a spotlight on female protagonists.
Christine Haebler, one of the producers on Scream Siren’s first few films out of the gate, said that the company will apply its “track record of producing elevated art house films to the thriller and horror genre,” prioritizing “unique and compelling stories that resonate with a wide audience, especially with strong female leads that challenge conventions and explore new horizons.”
The label will look to work with both up-and-coming and established writers and directors in the genre space. In addition to Haebler, producers on Scream Siren’s initial slate of films will include the company’s President Trish Dolman and COO, Steven Thibault.
First up on the slate is Ivy, an original teen horror about a malevolent ghost who wreaks havoc on a 17-year-old and everyone who comes into contact with her. Kaare Andrews (Sniper: Assassin’s End) is set to direct the project written and co-produced by Jason Bourque and Paul Birkett.
Next up is Running Girl, a tight action thriller about a young woman who witnesses a harrowing murder only to have to run for her life with a 9-year-old, outwitting the murderers in the high desert. Marie Clements (Bones of Crows) will direct from a script by Deon Meyer (Durban Poison).
Then, there’s Osiris, a supernatural psychological thriller that takes place aboard an IceBreaker on a retrieval mission, which is on a race against time to uncover the origins of a mysterious sound emanating from the deepest part of the southern Atlantic Ocean. Rachel Leiterman will direct from a screenplay by Coz Greenop (Dark Beacon) and Lucinda Royden (It All Comes with Cold Water). This project will be produced in partnership with Gareth Wiley from Phoenix Wiley Films in the UK .
In a statement to Deadline, Dolman stressed that Screen Siren’s genre push through the new label “underscores our dedication to delivering high-quality, captivating content that not only entertains but also sparks meaningful conversations.”
Added Thibault, “Launching our new genre label marks an exhilarating chapter for Screen Siren Pictures. We are thrilled about the projects currently in development and the amazing filmmakers we’ve attached. This initiative not only reinforces our commitment to diverse and original content but also amplifies our impact on the industry.”
Scream Siren’s first trio of films are being cast by Rene Haynes, CSA, whose past works includes Killers of the Flower Moon, Prey and The Revenant. The films are financed and will aim shoot in the fall of 2024 and early Q1 of 2025.
Dolman founded Screen Siren Pictures in 1997, joining forces with veteran producer Haebler and producer and COO Thibault in 2008 and 2023, respectively. Collectively, their productions have screened at Cannes, Berlin, Sundance, TIFF and many other international festivals.
Christine Haebler, one of the producers on Scream Siren’s first few films out of the gate, said that the company will apply its “track record of producing elevated art house films to the thriller and horror genre,” prioritizing “unique and compelling stories that resonate with a wide audience, especially with strong female leads that challenge conventions and explore new horizons.”
The label will look to work with both up-and-coming and established writers and directors in the genre space. In addition to Haebler, producers on Scream Siren’s initial slate of films will include the company’s President Trish Dolman and COO, Steven Thibault.
First up on the slate is Ivy, an original teen horror about a malevolent ghost who wreaks havoc on a 17-year-old and everyone who comes into contact with her. Kaare Andrews (Sniper: Assassin’s End) is set to direct the project written and co-produced by Jason Bourque and Paul Birkett.
Next up is Running Girl, a tight action thriller about a young woman who witnesses a harrowing murder only to have to run for her life with a 9-year-old, outwitting the murderers in the high desert. Marie Clements (Bones of Crows) will direct from a script by Deon Meyer (Durban Poison).
Then, there’s Osiris, a supernatural psychological thriller that takes place aboard an IceBreaker on a retrieval mission, which is on a race against time to uncover the origins of a mysterious sound emanating from the deepest part of the southern Atlantic Ocean. Rachel Leiterman will direct from a screenplay by Coz Greenop (Dark Beacon) and Lucinda Royden (It All Comes with Cold Water). This project will be produced in partnership with Gareth Wiley from Phoenix Wiley Films in the UK .
In a statement to Deadline, Dolman stressed that Screen Siren’s genre push through the new label “underscores our dedication to delivering high-quality, captivating content that not only entertains but also sparks meaningful conversations.”
Added Thibault, “Launching our new genre label marks an exhilarating chapter for Screen Siren Pictures. We are thrilled about the projects currently in development and the amazing filmmakers we’ve attached. This initiative not only reinforces our commitment to diverse and original content but also amplifies our impact on the industry.”
Scream Siren’s first trio of films are being cast by Rene Haynes, CSA, whose past works includes Killers of the Flower Moon, Prey and The Revenant. The films are financed and will aim shoot in the fall of 2024 and early Q1 of 2025.
Dolman founded Screen Siren Pictures in 1997, joining forces with veteran producer Haebler and producer and COO Thibault in 2008 and 2023, respectively. Collectively, their productions have screened at Cannes, Berlin, Sundance, TIFF and many other international festivals.
- 6/20/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
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After being delayed several months by the writers strike and the actors strike, season 5 of the hit Netflix series Stranger Things (which is also the last season of the show) finally went into production at the start of the year and is now six months into its twelve month shooting schedule… and according to cast member Jamie Campbell Bower, who joined the show in season 4 as the supernatural villain Henry Creel / Vecna, the episodes that make up the final season of Stranger Things are out of control and completely insane.
During an interview on iHeart’s I’ve Never Said This Before with Tommy Didario, Bower said (with thanks to The Hollywood Reporter for the transcription), “If you thought last season was nuts, this season is just out of control, wild, like it’s bonkers. It really, really is. It’s bigger. It’s just completely insane. It’s completely insane.
During an interview on iHeart’s I’ve Never Said This Before with Tommy Didario, Bower said (with thanks to The Hollywood Reporter for the transcription), “If you thought last season was nuts, this season is just out of control, wild, like it’s bonkers. It really, really is. It’s bigger. It’s just completely insane. It’s completely insane.
- 6/17/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
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The history of horrors knows a lot of follow-ups that explore the obstacles that led to the events of the original movies. Sometimes a prequel can even beat its source by a much more elaborate screenplay, atmosphere, and creepier horror elements.
Here are 6 horror prequels that are killing it, chosen by Redditors.
1. Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016)
First comes a prequel to the 2014 film that follows a family who introduce an Ouija board into their phony seance business, allowing a spirit to possess their daughter. Unlike its predecessor, the critically panned Ouija, it was a huge critical success.
2. Annabelle Creation (2017)
Set in The Conjuring universe, this film gives more insight into the origin of the notorious doll. This prequel is considered an improvement over the first Annabelle movie (2014) that made it possible to continue the franchise with Comes Home (2019).
3. Prey (2022)
A prequel to the first four films in the Predator franchise...
Here are 6 horror prequels that are killing it, chosen by Redditors.
1. Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016)
First comes a prequel to the 2014 film that follows a family who introduce an Ouija board into their phony seance business, allowing a spirit to possess their daughter. Unlike its predecessor, the critically panned Ouija, it was a huge critical success.
2. Annabelle Creation (2017)
Set in The Conjuring universe, this film gives more insight into the origin of the notorious doll. This prequel is considered an improvement over the first Annabelle movie (2014) that made it possible to continue the franchise with Comes Home (2019).
3. Prey (2022)
A prequel to the first four films in the Predator franchise...
- 6/15/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
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It’s a known fact that Bethesda has been the titan of the gaming industry for decades. The studio is renowned for creating the Elder Scrolls series, several Fallout games, and the latest, Starfield. These RPGs have defined an entire generation of games and bring players immersive worlds filled with interesting characters and stories to unfold.
One of Bethesda’s lesser-known titles is undoubtedly Prey. The game was released back in 2017 and even received positive reviews but flew under the radar due to the notoriously confused marketing strategy. Despite its issues, Prey gathered a cult following, which prompted Bethesda to give the title two game-changing expansions. Bethesda never likes giving up on its games.
Bethesda Developed 2 Crucial Expansions For Prey That Changed The Game Forever Bethesda’s major updates for Prey | Steam
Prey was, in many, a big-budget attempt by Arkane and Bethesda at recapturing the magic of System Shock...
One of Bethesda’s lesser-known titles is undoubtedly Prey. The game was released back in 2017 and even received positive reviews but flew under the radar due to the notoriously confused marketing strategy. Despite its issues, Prey gathered a cult following, which prompted Bethesda to give the title two game-changing expansions. Bethesda never likes giving up on its games.
Bethesda Developed 2 Crucial Expansions For Prey That Changed The Game Forever Bethesda’s major updates for Prey | Steam
Prey was, in many, a big-budget attempt by Arkane and Bethesda at recapturing the magic of System Shock...
- 6/13/2024
- by Dhruv Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
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Predator starring Arnold Schwarzenegger has become one of the classic films in the action and sci-fi genres. The film kicked off a major franchise and also resulted in a crossover franchise introducing Xenomorphs from the Alien films and Predators in the same universe. The first film, made on a $15 million budget, went on to gross $98.3 million and further solidified Schwarzenegger’s status as an A-list action star in Hollywood.
Arnold Schwarzenegger in a still from Predator | 20th Century Studios
Schwarzenegger’s film celebrated its 37th anniversary on Wednesday. Despite the popular status of these films, there were many mistakes in the franchise that expanded beyond films to novels and comic books. Here are 5 major mistakes from the Predator lore that fans often overlook.
#5 The History of The Predators and Their Actual Motivation Amber Midthunder in a still from Prey (2022) | 20th Century Studios
After the numerous films that came out of the franchise,...
Arnold Schwarzenegger in a still from Predator | 20th Century Studios
Schwarzenegger’s film celebrated its 37th anniversary on Wednesday. Despite the popular status of these films, there were many mistakes in the franchise that expanded beyond films to novels and comic books. Here are 5 major mistakes from the Predator lore that fans often overlook.
#5 The History of The Predators and Their Actual Motivation Amber Midthunder in a still from Prey (2022) | 20th Century Studios
After the numerous films that came out of the franchise,...
- 6/13/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
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Back in the mid-1990s, Robert Rodriguez wrote the screenplay for a Predator sequel that would be titled Predators… but the studio decided to put that one on the shelf for fifteen years before circling back to Rodriguez and giving him the chance to bring Predators to the screen. Rodriguez produced the movie and hired Alex Litvak and Michael Finch to rework his old script. The search for a director came down to two contenders: Control, Vacancy, and Armored director Nimród Antal and Dog Soldiers, The Descent, and Doomsday director Neil Marshall. The job ended up going to Antal, but more than a decade later, Marshall is still hoping he’ll get his chance to make a Predator movie someday.
Marshall was asked about being in the running for Predators while speaking with Inverse, and he said, “As far as I’m aware, I got down to the last two directors.
Marshall was asked about being in the running for Predators while speaking with Inverse, and he said, “As far as I’m aware, I got down to the last two directors.
- 6/12/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
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Splinter Cell‘s been responsible for some of Ubisoft’s most iconic work, but the developer seems to have forgotten its impact and how even today, fans want the stealth adventures to continue. With the recent launch of XDefiant, a first-person shooter title that features some of the characters from the series, things were looking a little more hopeful for the community.
More than a decade after the last installment, the new entry was expected to get a trailer at the upcoming Ubisoft Forward, but it seems like the fanbase will have to wait a lot longer.
Splinter Cell Will Reportedly Not Be Making an Appearance at Ubisoft’s Event
It’s been more than a decade since the last Splinter Cell installment was released.
In 2021, Ubisoft brought joy to every Splinter Cell fan by announcing that it’ll be remaking the first game, which was launched more than two decades ago,...
More than a decade after the last installment, the new entry was expected to get a trailer at the upcoming Ubisoft Forward, but it seems like the fanbase will have to wait a lot longer.
Splinter Cell Will Reportedly Not Be Making an Appearance at Ubisoft’s Event
It’s been more than a decade since the last Splinter Cell installment was released.
In 2021, Ubisoft brought joy to every Splinter Cell fan by announcing that it’ll be remaking the first game, which was launched more than two decades ago,...
- 6/11/2024
- by Osama Farooq
- FandomWire
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The magic of cinema is enhanced by watching its nuances on the big screen which provides an unforgettable experience for audiences. With the boom of streaming platforms, many films have taken the Ott route especially post the pandemic. While this resulted in a greater reach across the world, many movies that are are visually and technically spectacular, warrant a viewing in theaters.
Bradley Cooper in a still from the horror movie The Midnight Meat Train (image credit: Lionsgate)
The horror genre has created multiple films that have been enhanced by their haunting visual imagery that adds great nuance to the narratives. While many of these aesthetics can be captured by audiences only through a big screen viewing, there have been certain movies that deserved appreciation in cinema halls but didn’t get the opportunity to make an impact. The Midnight Meat Train is an underrated flick that slowly gained appreciation as a cult classic.
Bradley Cooper in a still from the horror movie The Midnight Meat Train (image credit: Lionsgate)
The horror genre has created multiple films that have been enhanced by their haunting visual imagery that adds great nuance to the narratives. While many of these aesthetics can be captured by audiences only through a big screen viewing, there have been certain movies that deserved appreciation in cinema halls but didn’t get the opportunity to make an impact. The Midnight Meat Train is an underrated flick that slowly gained appreciation as a cult classic.
- 6/10/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
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In May 2024, Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos made a strange claim to The New York Times. Discussing "Barbenheimer," Sarandos insisted that the success of "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" wasn't related to the fact that both were released in theaters and made an event out of physically going to the movies. "Both of those movies would be great for Netflix. They definitely would have enjoyed just as big an audience on Netflix," he said. That suggestion seems ... unlikely. But Sarandos wasn't done. "There's no reason to believe that the movie itself is better in any size of screen for all people," he said. "My son's an editor. He is 28 years old, and he watched 'Lawrence of Arabia' on his phone."
Leaving aside what a travesty that example is, Sarandos is simply incorrect. Many movies are, indeed, better when they're bigger, because the theatrical experience is beneficial for two main reasons. First,...
Leaving aside what a travesty that example is, Sarandos is simply incorrect. Many movies are, indeed, better when they're bigger, because the theatrical experience is beneficial for two main reasons. First,...
- 6/9/2024
- by Eric Langberg
- Slash Film
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The Predator franchise has only gotten bigger and better in recent years. A science fiction action horror franchise centered on human interaction with a highly intelligent extraterrestrial race that loves to hunt. Produced by 20th Century Studios, the studio has been wanting to expand the franchise.
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After 2022 critically acclaimed Prey, the studio is reportedly eyeing Elle Fanning for the franchise’s upcoming flick, Badlands. However, fans are not sure about a female-led Predator movie seeing the box office disaster that Anya Taylor-Joy-led Furiosa has turned out to be despite brilliant critical reviews.
Predator Franchise Reportedly Eyeing Elle Fanning as Its New Lead Elle Fanning in The Great | Hulu
It was announced earlier this year that 20th Century Studio was reportedly expanding its Predator universe by roping in Dan Trachtenberg as the writer and director of their newest standalone flick in the franchise,...
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After 2022 critically acclaimed Prey, the studio is reportedly eyeing Elle Fanning for the franchise’s upcoming flick, Badlands. However, fans are not sure about a female-led Predator movie seeing the box office disaster that Anya Taylor-Joy-led Furiosa has turned out to be despite brilliant critical reviews.
Predator Franchise Reportedly Eyeing Elle Fanning as Its New Lead Elle Fanning in The Great | Hulu
It was announced earlier this year that 20th Century Studio was reportedly expanding its Predator universe by roping in Dan Trachtenberg as the writer and director of their newest standalone flick in the franchise,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
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20th Century apuesta por la saga tras el éxito de ‘Prey’.
A principios de este año, 20th Century Studios anunciaba su interés por ampliar su universo de “Predator” a raíz del éxito cosechado por “Prey”, la precuela de “Predator” dirigida por Trachtenberg y que fue todo un éxito tanto por parte de la crítica como del público en su estreno en Hulu.
Pues bien, ahora, según informa Deadline, Elle Fanning se encuentra en conversaciones para protagonizar “Badlands”, una película independiente de Dan Trachtenberg (“Prey”) que amplía el universo de “Predator” y que Trachtenberg ha coescrito junto a Patrick Aison (“Prey”).
Por el momento, los detalles de la trama se mantienen en secreto pero al parecer, la historia no estará ambientada en el pasado, como “Prey”, sino en el futuro.
“Badlands” tiene previsto comenzar su rodaje a finales de este año y aún no se sabe si se estrenará en cines...
A principios de este año, 20th Century Studios anunciaba su interés por ampliar su universo de “Predator” a raíz del éxito cosechado por “Prey”, la precuela de “Predator” dirigida por Trachtenberg y que fue todo un éxito tanto por parte de la crítica como del público en su estreno en Hulu.
Pues bien, ahora, según informa Deadline, Elle Fanning se encuentra en conversaciones para protagonizar “Badlands”, una película independiente de Dan Trachtenberg (“Prey”) que amplía el universo de “Predator” y que Trachtenberg ha coescrito junto a Patrick Aison (“Prey”).
Por el momento, los detalles de la trama se mantienen en secreto pero al parecer, la historia no estará ambientada en el pasado, como “Prey”, sino en el futuro.
“Badlands” tiene previsto comenzar su rodaje a finales de este año y aún no se sabe si se estrenará en cines...
- 6/4/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
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And while Alien: Romulus is currently in focus due to a trailer coming out, its rival, the Predator franchise, is also alive and well, and we actually have some information for you about the future of that franchise as well. The most recent installment, Prey, was released on August 5, 2022, to positive reviews, and Dan Trachtenberg, who directed the movie, is currently working on another standalone movie that is scheduled to come out sometime in 2025. Badlands, as the movie is titled, will continue the franchise in a proper way, and it seems that Trachtenberg has someone in mind for the main role in the movie.
Badlands is supposedly one of many planned Predator projects, and it is supposed to serve as a standalone sequel to Prey. Trachtenberg is, for the first time in the franchise’s history, eyeing a female lead, which could change the franchise forever in a very positive way!
Badlands is supposedly one of many planned Predator projects, and it is supposed to serve as a standalone sequel to Prey. Trachtenberg is, for the first time in the franchise’s history, eyeing a female lead, which could change the franchise forever in a very positive way!
- 6/4/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
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After the success of Prey, director Dan Trachtenberg is reportedly working on his next standalone film in the Predator franchise. Titled Badlands, the film reportedly features Elle Fanning in the lead role. While no plot details have been revealed, the film will also be set in the Predator universe like Prey.
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Fanning’s casting might just be a masterstroke for the film as she has been known for her powerhouse performances. While she was recently seen in her Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated series The Great, Fanning has been delivering amazing performances since she made her debut as a child actress in I Am Sam. Here are five performances that prove why she is the best choice for Dan Trachtenberg’s Predator film.
1. The Beguiled (2017) A still from The Beguiled | Credits: American Zoetrope/Fr Productions
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Fanning’s casting might just be a masterstroke for the film as she has been known for her powerhouse performances. While she was recently seen in her Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated series The Great, Fanning has been delivering amazing performances since she made her debut as a child actress in I Am Sam. Here are five performances that prove why she is the best choice for Dan Trachtenberg’s Predator film.
1. The Beguiled (2017) A still from The Beguiled | Credits: American Zoetrope/Fr Productions
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- 6/4/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Elle Fanning is set to star in 'Badlands'.The 26-year-old actress is in talks to join the cast of the new movie that is set in 'The Predator' universe.Plot details are yet to be revealed but it will once again feature the extraterrestrial big game hunter that first appeared on the big screen in Arnold Schwarzenegger's 1987 movie.'Badlands' will be directed by Dan Trachtenberg, who revived the sci-fi action franchise with the 2022 film 'Prey' which starred Amber Midthunder and broke viewing records on Hulu.Trachtenberg has once again teamed up with 'Prey' screenwriter Patrick Aison for the story.The premise is not yet clear but insiders indicate that it won't be set in the past like 'Prey' but in the future instead. It is also uncertain if it will go straight to streaming as its predecessor did.Sources close to...
- 6/4/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
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Earlier this year we brought you the very exciting news that, following the success of his standalone Predator film Prey, director Dan Trachtenberg would be making more movies centred around everyone's favourite extraterrestrial big game hunter. And now the first of those movies, Badlands, seems to have found its star. According to Deadline, Elle Fanning is in talks to join the Yautjans' latest hunt.
Plot details for the latest standalone Predator-verse joint are currently being kept under lock and key, beyond the obvious admission that Badlands will in fact feature a Predator. We do, however, know that Badlands has been co-written by Trachtenberg alongside his Prey story partner and scribe Patrick Aison, and that unlike its predecessor, this one's expected to be set in the future. While the future setting rules out Badlands being a direct follow-up to Trachtenberg's 1719-set, Amber Midthunder starring last film, it seems Prey 2 is still in the works too.
Plot details for the latest standalone Predator-verse joint are currently being kept under lock and key, beyond the obvious admission that Badlands will in fact feature a Predator. We do, however, know that Badlands has been co-written by Trachtenberg alongside his Prey story partner and scribe Patrick Aison, and that unlike its predecessor, this one's expected to be set in the future. While the future setting rules out Badlands being a direct follow-up to Trachtenberg's 1719-set, Amber Midthunder starring last film, it seems Prey 2 is still in the works too.
- 6/4/2024
- by Jordan King
- Empire - Movies
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Elle Fanning is reportedly in talks to play the lead in Badlands, Dan Trachtenberg’s follow up to 2022’s well-received Predator film, Prey.
It looks like the next film in the Predator series may have found its lead, with reports suggesting that Elle Fanning is in negotiations to take the main role in Badlands, Dan Trachtenberg’s planned follow-up to Prey.
The story was broken by The Hollywood Reporter, which states that Fanning is in line to star, although as of yet we don’t know anything about the character she will play or the time or setting that the story takes place in (although rumours suggest that we might be headed into the future).
We do know that Dan Trachtenberg has already put out one terrific Predator film though, and hopes are high that he will repeat the trick again. A gripping entry in a series which was beginning to look somewhat shaky,...
It looks like the next film in the Predator series may have found its lead, with reports suggesting that Elle Fanning is in negotiations to take the main role in Badlands, Dan Trachtenberg’s planned follow-up to Prey.
The story was broken by The Hollywood Reporter, which states that Fanning is in line to star, although as of yet we don’t know anything about the character she will play or the time or setting that the story takes place in (although rumours suggest that we might be headed into the future).
We do know that Dan Trachtenberg has already put out one terrific Predator film though, and hopes are high that he will repeat the trick again. A gripping entry in a series which was beginning to look somewhat shaky,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
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As 20th Century Studios and director Dan Trachtenberg move forward with their plans to expand the Predator franchise following the success of the most recent instalment, Prey, the next project to feature the iconic extraterrestrial big game hunter has now been announced.
Deadline reports that Trachtenberg is set to helm a standalone Predator movie titled Badlands, with Elle Fanning on board to play the lead role. Plot details are still under wraps, but the story is believed to be set "sometime in the future."
Trachtenberg is said to have wanted to land an "established star" for this movie, and began taking meetings with talent. Insiders close to the project say, "Fanning is a fan of the franchise and once execs got wind of her interest, moved to set a meeting with her and Trachtenberg."
As for Prey, a direct sequel to the 2022 film is also happening, though details are still few and far between.
Deadline reports that Trachtenberg is set to helm a standalone Predator movie titled Badlands, with Elle Fanning on board to play the lead role. Plot details are still under wraps, but the story is believed to be set "sometime in the future."
Trachtenberg is said to have wanted to land an "established star" for this movie, and began taking meetings with talent. Insiders close to the project say, "Fanning is a fan of the franchise and once execs got wind of her interest, moved to set a meeting with her and Trachtenberg."
As for Prey, a direct sequel to the 2022 film is also happening, though details are still few and far between.
- 6/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Given the success of the acclaimed 2022 Predator prequel film Prey, it's no surprise that the franchise will be moving forward and possibly circling another female star for its next movie. According to a new report from Deadline, Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actress Elle Fanning is currently in talks for the lead role in the standalone film Badlands from 20th Century and Prey director Dan Trachtenberg.
Trachtenberg will return to direct Badlands based on a script he co-wrote with Patrick Aison. The deal has not yet been formally announced, and 20th Century had no comment on the news, but if it does happen, it would be an exciting step forward for the film series. Many felt that Prey was one of the best horror films of the past decade, with actress Amber Midthunder earning high praise for her performance.
Fanning is already a respected actress with notable roles in The Great,...
Trachtenberg will return to direct Badlands based on a script he co-wrote with Patrick Aison. The deal has not yet been formally announced, and 20th Century had no comment on the news, but if it does happen, it would be an exciting step forward for the film series. Many felt that Prey was one of the best horror films of the past decade, with actress Amber Midthunder earning high praise for her performance.
Fanning is already a respected actress with notable roles in The Great,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Mads Lennon
- 1428 Elm
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It's "Alien" vs. "Predator" all over again. As the next installment of the classic horror franchise is set to arrive later this year with "Alien: Romulus," the rival "Predator" series is gearing up for a revival of its own. Director Dan Trachtenberg's "Prey" injected fresh blood into the IP in 2022, stripping away all the flashy bells and whistles from Shane Black's messy sequel and instead taking things back in time to colonial America. In fact, the Hulu film earned such glowing praise that it led to a buzzy announcement earlier this year, when we heard the promising news that 20th Century Studios would be bringing Trachtenberg back for more movies to come. At the time, all that was revealed was the title of the next planned feature -- "Badlands" -- but now we know which actor has been handpicked to lead Trachtenberg's new film.
According to Deadline, rising...
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- 6/3/2024
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
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We now know who will be taking on the Predator in the upcoming film, “Badlands.” Step on up, Elle Fanning!
According to Deadline, Elle Fanning is in talks to star in Dan Trachtenberg’s “Badlands,” which serves as his follow-up to the beloved “Prey.” Though plot details are being kept under wraps, “Badlands” is being described as yet another standalone film in the ‘Predator’ universe, not a sequel to the aforementioned “Prey.” That said, the report claims that development on a “Prey 2” is happening and could see the return of Amber Midthunder in the cast.
Continue reading ‘Badlands’: Elle Fanning To Star In ‘Predator’ Spinoff Film From ‘Prey’ Director at The Playlist.
According to Deadline, Elle Fanning is in talks to star in Dan Trachtenberg’s “Badlands,” which serves as his follow-up to the beloved “Prey.” Though plot details are being kept under wraps, “Badlands” is being described as yet another standalone film in the ‘Predator’ universe, not a sequel to the aforementioned “Prey.” That said, the report claims that development on a “Prey 2” is happening and could see the return of Amber Midthunder in the cast.
Continue reading ‘Badlands’: Elle Fanning To Star In ‘Predator’ Spinoff Film From ‘Prey’ Director at The Playlist.
- 6/3/2024
- by Martin Miller
- The Playlist
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Elle Fanning is going from great to bad. The actor known for The Great is in talks to star in Badlands, a new movie set in The Predator universe, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.
The Badlands is directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the filmmaker who revamped the franchise with the 20th Century and Hulu feature Prey, which was set in 1719 and starred breakout Amber Midthunder as a young Comanche woman pitted against an alien hunter. The film was a critical success and broke viewing records for Hulu.
Trachtenberg reteamed with Prey scribe Patrick Aison for the Badlands story, with Aison penning the script. THR reported in February that in addition to Badlands, 20th Century has a number of Predator projects in development, with Trachtenberg at the center of a growing universe. 20th Century had no comment.
Predator originated with the 1987 movie starring Schwarzenegger. It was followed by the Danny Glover starrer Predator 2,...
The Badlands is directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the filmmaker who revamped the franchise with the 20th Century and Hulu feature Prey, which was set in 1719 and starred breakout Amber Midthunder as a young Comanche woman pitted against an alien hunter. The film was a critical success and broke viewing records for Hulu.
Trachtenberg reteamed with Prey scribe Patrick Aison for the Badlands story, with Aison penning the script. THR reported in February that in addition to Badlands, 20th Century has a number of Predator projects in development, with Trachtenberg at the center of a growing universe. 20th Century had no comment.
Predator originated with the 1987 movie starring Schwarzenegger. It was followed by the Danny Glover starrer Predator 2,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Dan Trachtenberg (10 Cloverfield Lane, Prey) will be expanding upon the Predator franchise even further with the upcoming Badlands, another fresh standalone movie.
Deadline reports that Elle Fanning (The Neon Demon) is now in talks to star!
Dan Trachtenberg is on board to co-write and direct Badlands.
The site’s report continues, “Plot details are being kept under wraps other than it featuring everyone’s favorite extraterrestrial big game hunter. It is also not known about release plans as the last film exclusively streamed on Hulu (breaking numerous viewerships records for the streamer) but given that 20th Century has been very much back in the theatrical game with films like Boogeyman and the upcoming Alien: Romulus film bowing in theaters, a theatrical premiere isn’t out of the question.”
Deadline also suggests that 20th Century Studios is all-in on expanding the Predator universe with additional projects, and a direct sequel to...
Deadline reports that Elle Fanning (The Neon Demon) is now in talks to star!
Dan Trachtenberg is on board to co-write and direct Badlands.
The site’s report continues, “Plot details are being kept under wraps other than it featuring everyone’s favorite extraterrestrial big game hunter. It is also not known about release plans as the last film exclusively streamed on Hulu (breaking numerous viewerships records for the streamer) but given that 20th Century has been very much back in the theatrical game with films like Boogeyman and the upcoming Alien: Romulus film bowing in theaters, a theatrical premiere isn’t out of the question.”
Deadline also suggests that 20th Century Studios is all-in on expanding the Predator universe with additional projects, and a direct sequel to...
- 6/3/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
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Elle Fanning could be trading her bustle for survival gear after being in talks to join the cast of Dan Trachtenberg’s standalone Predator film Badlands. Deadline says Fanning is negotiating for the role in the highly anticipated film, which Trachtenberg is directing and co-writing with Patrick Aison.
Anticipation for Trachtenberg’s Prey follow-up is through the roof. Prey was a surprise smash hit of 2022, with Trachtenberg and star Amber Midthunder arguably delivering the best Predator movie since the 1987 classic starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Plot details for Badlands remain a mystery, as do the film’s release plans. Prey premiered exclusively on Hulu to record numbers during the pandemic. However, 20th Century Studios is going hard in the paint with its extraterrestrial action flicks and the upcoming Alien: Romulus coming to theaters. It would not be surprising to see Badlands debuting on the silver screen alongside the Xenomorph threat.
In addition...
Anticipation for Trachtenberg’s Prey follow-up is through the roof. Prey was a surprise smash hit of 2022, with Trachtenberg and star Amber Midthunder arguably delivering the best Predator movie since the 1987 classic starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Plot details for Badlands remain a mystery, as do the film’s release plans. Prey premiered exclusively on Hulu to record numbers during the pandemic. However, 20th Century Studios is going hard in the paint with its extraterrestrial action flicks and the upcoming Alien: Romulus coming to theaters. It would not be surprising to see Badlands debuting on the silver screen alongside the Xenomorph threat.
In addition...
- 6/3/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
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Emmy nominee Elle Fanning is in talks to star in “Badlands,” a standalone movie from Dan Trachtenberg that expands the “Predator” universe.
Trachtenberg is set to direct the movie for 20th Century Studios from a script he co-wrote with Patrick Aison. “Badlands” comes following the success of Trachtenberg’s “Prey” — the “Predator” prequel which was a critical hit and broke records with its release on Hulu. The 2022 film was nominated for five Primetime Emmys, winning one for sound editing; “Prey 2” is in early development, with its star Amber Midthunder potentially returning. “Badlands” was announced in February, with the film expected to begin production later this year. Plot details are being kept under wraps.
Fanning recently wrapped a three-season run as executive producer and star of Hulu’s “The Great,” where she starred as Russian monarch Catherine the Great and earned her first Emmy nomination (for outstanding lead actress in...
Trachtenberg is set to direct the movie for 20th Century Studios from a script he co-wrote with Patrick Aison. “Badlands” comes following the success of Trachtenberg’s “Prey” — the “Predator” prequel which was a critical hit and broke records with its release on Hulu. The 2022 film was nominated for five Primetime Emmys, winning one for sound editing; “Prey 2” is in early development, with its star Amber Midthunder potentially returning. “Badlands” was announced in February, with the film expected to begin production later this year. Plot details are being kept under wraps.
Fanning recently wrapped a three-season run as executive producer and star of Hulu’s “The Great,” where she starred as Russian monarch Catherine the Great and earned her first Emmy nomination (for outstanding lead actress in...
- 6/3/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
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Exclusive: After announcing that the studio would be expanding on its Predator universe earlier this year, 20th Century and Dan Trachtenberg’s next standalone pic Badlands looks to be gaining momentum with some serious star power. Sources close to Deadline say that Elle Fanning is in negotiations to star in the film with Trachtenberg directing. Trachtenberg co-wrote script with Patrick Aison.
20th Century had no comment.
Plot details are being kept under wraps, other than it will feature everyone’s favorite extraterrestrial big game hunter. It is also not known about release plans as the last film exclusively streamed on Hulu (breaking numerous viewerships records for the streamer) but given that 20th Century has been very much back in the theatrical game with films like Boogeyman and the upcoming Alien: Romulus film bowing in theaters, a theatrical premiere isn’t out of the question.
Deadline reported earlier this year that...
20th Century had no comment.
Plot details are being kept under wraps, other than it will feature everyone’s favorite extraterrestrial big game hunter. It is also not known about release plans as the last film exclusively streamed on Hulu (breaking numerous viewerships records for the streamer) but given that 20th Century has been very much back in the theatrical game with films like Boogeyman and the upcoming Alien: Romulus film bowing in theaters, a theatrical premiere isn’t out of the question.
Deadline reported earlier this year that...
- 6/3/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
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Dan Trachtenberg directed 2022’s Prey, which serves as a prequel to 1987’s Predator, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger in the lead role. The film received critical acclaim upon release, with many considering it arguably the best entry in the franchise since the original was released decades ago.
Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Prey received critical acclaim (Credit: 20th Century Studios).
During an interview, Trachtenberg revealed the various inspirations behind the movie, including a childhood fake story that prompted him to develop a story set in the Predator world. Here is what Trachtenberg said about the first impression the original film had on him as a sixth grader and how it eventually shaped Prey.
Prey Director Dan Trachtenberg Reveals Childhood Incident Behind the Predator Prequel
Prey directed by Dan Trachtenberg was released in August 2022, receiving mostly positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film is set before the events of 1987’s Predator and...
Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Prey received critical acclaim (Credit: 20th Century Studios).
During an interview, Trachtenberg revealed the various inspirations behind the movie, including a childhood fake story that prompted him to develop a story set in the Predator world. Here is what Trachtenberg said about the first impression the original film had on him as a sixth grader and how it eventually shaped Prey.
Prey Director Dan Trachtenberg Reveals Childhood Incident Behind the Predator Prequel
Prey directed by Dan Trachtenberg was released in August 2022, receiving mostly positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film is set before the events of 1987’s Predator and...
- 5/31/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
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Brad Peyton is a big fan of Predator. In fact, he once told THR that he’d seen the original movie over 365 times. Given his passion for the movie, it’s only natural that he’d like his own shot at directing an installment of the sci-fi franchise. While speaking with THR about his recent Netflix movie Atlas, Peyton said he has a take on a Predator story that he’d like to make… assuming he gets the invite.
“I also have a version of Predator that I would really like to see.” Peyton said. “I obviously can’t talk about it, because no one’s inviting me to go do a Predator movie yet.” He added that he also enjoyed the most recent movie in the franchise, Prey. “I really liked it. I thought it was super cool,” Peyton said. “I actually really liked [Prey]. It was really fresh and innovative and interesting,...
“I also have a version of Predator that I would really like to see.” Peyton said. “I obviously can’t talk about it, because no one’s inviting me to go do a Predator movie yet.” He added that he also enjoyed the most recent movie in the franchise, Prey. “I really liked it. I thought it was super cool,” Peyton said. “I actually really liked [Prey]. It was really fresh and innovative and interesting,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
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Brad Peyton had his work cut out for him on the set of his new sci-fi action film, Atlas. The Canadian director’s new 2071-set film centers on Jennifer Lopez’s Atlas Shepherd, a data analyst whose deep mistrust of AI is tested to the extreme when she must rely on an AI-driven mech suit to survive after the latest attack by an AI terrorist (Simu Liu’s Harlan).
Having fled Earth nearly three decades earlier, Atlas is finally able to track down Harlan’s distant whereabouts on an alien planet. But just before a team of mech rangers can deploy on a mission to capture the villainous humanoid, Harlan attacks their ship in outer space, forcing Atlas to take refuge inside a mech suit that can land her on Harlan’s home planet. With Lopez’s character now inside a pilotable machine that traverses the surface of an inhospitable planet,...
Having fled Earth nearly three decades earlier, Atlas is finally able to track down Harlan’s distant whereabouts on an alien planet. But just before a team of mech rangers can deploy on a mission to capture the villainous humanoid, Harlan attacks their ship in outer space, forcing Atlas to take refuge inside a mech suit that can land her on Harlan’s home planet. With Lopez’s character now inside a pilotable machine that traverses the surface of an inhospitable planet,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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In the last few weeks, we’ve witnessed Microsoft taking drastic measures and shutting down Hi-Rush studio Tango Gameworks, Redfall creator Arakne, and the two other studios. The tech giant believes that Xbox as a brand needs “small games” to garner its old prestige and get ahead of the competition. With the shutting down of such major studios, we thought we’d see further layoffs and reorganization of studios under Microsoft.
However, in a shocking move, Xbox and Activision have announced a new studio called Elsewhere Entertainment. While the brand-new studio features industry vets who’ve worked on successful games such as The Witcher and The Last of Us, many people in the community can’t believe Microsoft is closing well-established studios to open new ones.
Activision’s New Studio For Developed Narrative-Based Aaa Games Activision’s brand new studio Elsewhere Entertainment. | Activision
Activision has announced a new internal studio,...
However, in a shocking move, Xbox and Activision have announced a new studio called Elsewhere Entertainment. While the brand-new studio features industry vets who’ve worked on successful games such as The Witcher and The Last of Us, many people in the community can’t believe Microsoft is closing well-established studios to open new ones.
Activision’s New Studio For Developed Narrative-Based Aaa Games Activision’s brand new studio Elsewhere Entertainment. | Activision
Activision has announced a new internal studio,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Dhruv Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
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We've been hearing for years about the death of DVD and Blu-ray. The physical media market is not what it once was, with hardcore collectors driving new business and impressive new 4K releases of classics and new movies aimed at a small but loyal section of consumers. Sales of DVD and Blu-ray discs were down 25% in 2023, even though home entertainment -- driven in large part by VOD -- was up 16.8% to $43 billion. Heck, even Disney is shutting down the Disney Movie Club this year while handing its physical media business to Sony. But the death of DVD has been greatly exaggerated, at least according to Oscar-winning "Dances With Wolves" director Kevin Costner.
The acclaimed actor and filmmaker is gearing up to release the first part of his ambitious, four-part Western "Horizon: An American Saga" this summer. During a recent interview with Deadline, the filmmaker was asked about risking $100 million (likely...
The acclaimed actor and filmmaker is gearing up to release the first part of his ambitious, four-part Western "Horizon: An American Saga" this summer. During a recent interview with Deadline, the filmmaker was asked about risking $100 million (likely...
- 5/15/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
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Exclusive: Brandon Routh (Superman Returns), Mena Suvari (Grace and Grit) and Cheech Marin (Cheech & Chong) have joined the cast of Fate The Movie, a suspenseful romance that’s being sold at Cannes this week by Highland Film Group.
As previously announced, Faye Dunaway, Harvey Keitel and Andrew McCarthy will also star. Currently shooting in Vancouver, the film’s logline is as follows: It takes a minute to find a special person and an entire lifetime to forget them. While healing at a rehabilitation center after a rescue mission gone wrong, a firefighter Sam Ellis (Routh) connects with Tilly, a stranger from the past. Subsequently, he’s transported through time to find the only thing that can save his soul: his realization of true love.
Jonathan Baker is directing from his own script, also producing for Baker Entertainment Group. Sienna Soho Baker and James Van Patten round out the cast.
“We...
As previously announced, Faye Dunaway, Harvey Keitel and Andrew McCarthy will also star. Currently shooting in Vancouver, the film’s logline is as follows: It takes a minute to find a special person and an entire lifetime to forget them. While healing at a rehabilitation center after a rescue mission gone wrong, a firefighter Sam Ellis (Routh) connects with Tilly, a stranger from the past. Subsequently, he’s transported through time to find the only thing that can save his soul: his realization of true love.
Jonathan Baker is directing from his own script, also producing for Baker Entertainment Group. Sienna Soho Baker and James Van Patten round out the cast.
“We...
- 5/13/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Ryan Phillippe and Kate Beckinsale are leading the cast of 'The Patient'.Director Mukunda Michael Dewil penned the screenplay for the thriller, which also stars Kelly Greyson and David Cade, and the under-the-radar project has already wrapped principal photography, which took place in Alabama earlier this year.A logline for the movie states: “When The Patient (Phillippe) wakes up in a hospital without any recollection of what happened to him, he is issued a life he doesn’t remember by the inscrutable Dr. Rose (Beckinsale). But soon he comes to suspect that he’s being manipulated in order to protect a powerful politician implicated in a murder."The film is launching in the Cannes market with International Film Trust, with Sales President Christian de Gallegos on hand to screen a promo for distributors.Producer Robert Ogden Barnum of The Barnum Picture Company said in a statement: “The Patient is my...
- 5/13/2024
- by Viki Waters
- Bang Showbiz
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CBS’ police procedural thriller show NCIS has been having quite a good time on TV with the recent season 21 being aired and multiple spinoff series making their way to the show universe’s expansion.
Back in January NCIS’ prequel show called NCIS: Origins was officially greenlit for airing sometime in 2025; this time the show will be centring on Leroy Jethro Gibbs’s story that will take viewers back to 1991 when the character was about to kick his NCIS agent’s career off.
With the previous news that Austin Stowell was cast to portray young Gibbs in the upcoming prequel, some other major updates about the show’s ensemble didn’t take too long to arrive either.
According to Deadline’s reports, NCIS: Origins has officially added Patrick Fischler and Julian Black Antelope. The former has recently starred in Jeffrey Wright-led Oscar-winning black comedy drama American Fiction while the latter...
Back in January NCIS’ prequel show called NCIS: Origins was officially greenlit for airing sometime in 2025; this time the show will be centring on Leroy Jethro Gibbs’s story that will take viewers back to 1991 when the character was about to kick his NCIS agent’s career off.
With the previous news that Austin Stowell was cast to portray young Gibbs in the upcoming prequel, some other major updates about the show’s ensemble didn’t take too long to arrive either.
According to Deadline’s reports, NCIS: Origins has officially added Patrick Fischler and Julian Black Antelope. The former has recently starred in Jeffrey Wright-led Oscar-winning black comedy drama American Fiction while the latter...
- 5/9/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
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In light of Xbox’s recent controversial decision that has resulted in the closure of many beloved studios that it had acquired over time, many social media users are bringing up the gaming brand’s old posts to highlight its supposed hypocrisy.
One of these posts happens to be a “brutal” graphic of the company’s team, which hasn’t aged so well; instead, it’s got people even more angry at the company’s recent decisions.
Team Xbox and Bethesda Aren’t Winning Any Favors
“What is Xbox doing?” seems to be a popular sentiment
All chaos broke loose on social media when it was revealed that Xbox would be killing smaller studios in charge of hits like Hi-Fi Rush, The Evil Within, and Prey.
Fans and community members are still confused as to why these studios were forced to close shop, rather than Microsoft disinvesting in these companies or tanking the losses.
One of these posts happens to be a “brutal” graphic of the company’s team, which hasn’t aged so well; instead, it’s got people even more angry at the company’s recent decisions.
Team Xbox and Bethesda Aren’t Winning Any Favors
“What is Xbox doing?” seems to be a popular sentiment
All chaos broke loose on social media when it was revealed that Xbox would be killing smaller studios in charge of hits like Hi-Fi Rush, The Evil Within, and Prey.
Fans and community members are still confused as to why these studios were forced to close shop, rather than Microsoft disinvesting in these companies or tanking the losses.
- 5/9/2024
- by Vibha Hegde
- FandomWire
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Xbox is one of the biggest names in the gaming industry. The company leaves no stone unturned to ensure it eventually emerges in the top spot. It does so by burning more cash to buy studios or by offering a service like the Game Pass.
When Microsoft joined the long list of massive corporations that acquired smaller studios to expand, worryingly, it also disrupted the market. Such giants alter their subsidiaries’ decisions or shut down these studios entirely. All this doesn’t favor consumers and causes a dip in quality, which is preposterous for the industry.
Xbox’s Greed Leading to Layoffs and Studio Closures It took Spencer a few months to lay off people after the Activision acquisition deal.
Being a subsidiary of Microsoft, the world’s third-most profitable tech company, the gaming division has all the capital it needs to buy its way to the top. This was...
When Microsoft joined the long list of massive corporations that acquired smaller studios to expand, worryingly, it also disrupted the market. Such giants alter their subsidiaries’ decisions or shut down these studios entirely. All this doesn’t favor consumers and causes a dip in quality, which is preposterous for the industry.
Xbox’s Greed Leading to Layoffs and Studio Closures It took Spencer a few months to lay off people after the Activision acquisition deal.
Being a subsidiary of Microsoft, the world’s third-most profitable tech company, the gaming division has all the capital it needs to buy its way to the top. This was...
- 5/9/2024
- by Sparsh Jaimini
- FandomWire
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It's been seven years since director Matt Reeves concluded Caesar's story with 2017's "War for the Planet of the Apes." But that movie wasn't the definitive ending for the long-running sci-fi franchise by any means. Now, the apes are finally back on the big screen in director Wes Ball's "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes." Featuring a new cast in a new timeline years removed from the previous trilogy, this is a new start for the series. So, are moviegoers going to have to stick around during the credits to see what the future holds?
Credits scenes are a staple of franchise filmmaking in the modern era. Given that Disney is now in control of "Planet of the Apes," it doesn't feel out of character for there to be a tease of something else to come down the line. For those headed to a theater to see "Kingdom,...
Credits scenes are a staple of franchise filmmaking in the modern era. Given that Disney is now in control of "Planet of the Apes," it doesn't feel out of character for there to be a tease of something else to come down the line. For those headed to a theater to see "Kingdom,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
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There’s no doubt that the Xbox Game Pass is an incredible subscription that Microsoft provides to its players, but considering how some of its highlights were created by the studios getting shut down by the company, many fans can’t seem to support it any longer. Sure, Arkane Austin may not have had the greatest track record recently, especially with the mediocrity of Redfall, but the developer and others like it have been responsible for some memorable games as well.
Just when things were starting to take a positive direction for Microsoft’s gaming division, with the recent success of Tango Gameworks’ Hi-Fi Rush on the PS5, the company’s latest decision has proven to be the final blow for even some loyal fans.
Tango and Arkane Have Both Made Significant Contributions to Xbox Game Pass Xbox Game Pass is only as good as its catalog, and Arkane Austin...
Just when things were starting to take a positive direction for Microsoft’s gaming division, with the recent success of Tango Gameworks’ Hi-Fi Rush on the PS5, the company’s latest decision has proven to be the final blow for even some loyal fans.
Tango and Arkane Have Both Made Significant Contributions to Xbox Game Pass Xbox Game Pass is only as good as its catalog, and Arkane Austin...
- 5/8/2024
- by Osama Farooq
- FandomWire
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In the wake of Microsoft’s decision to close Arkane Austin, the co-director of Redfall, Harvey Smith, has written about the studio’s achievements.
Yesterday (7th May), Microsoft announced that it’s to close several studios under its control, including Tango Gameworks, makers of The Evil Within and the joyous Hi-Fi Rush, and Arkane Austin, a developer whose work includes Dishonored, Prey and last year’s Redfall.
Evidently still processing the decision, Harvey Smith, the co-director of Redfall, has taken to Twitter to write a lengthy post on the studio’s history and achievements. It places a movingly human angle on a cold business decision – and emphasises just how sudden the announcement was.
“Yesterday, as we packed up and reassured one another,” Smith wrote, “I spent time with people who were part of crafting Redfall, Dishonored 1, and Prey, yes, but prior to that Deus Ex, Ultima, and countless other...
Yesterday (7th May), Microsoft announced that it’s to close several studios under its control, including Tango Gameworks, makers of The Evil Within and the joyous Hi-Fi Rush, and Arkane Austin, a developer whose work includes Dishonored, Prey and last year’s Redfall.
Evidently still processing the decision, Harvey Smith, the co-director of Redfall, has taken to Twitter to write a lengthy post on the studio’s history and achievements. It places a movingly human angle on a cold business decision – and emphasises just how sudden the announcement was.
“Yesterday, as we packed up and reassured one another,” Smith wrote, “I spent time with people who were part of crafting Redfall, Dishonored 1, and Prey, yes, but prior to that Deus Ex, Ultima, and countless other...
- 5/8/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
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The gaming community is currently mourning the closure of two Xbox-owned studios, Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks. Tango was most well-known for the exceptional indie title Hi-Fi Rush, while the former is infamously known for the disastrous Redfall and the underrated Prey.
With the recent closure of the studio, many fans and devs alike are both stunned and confused as to what could have led to this decision. Head of Arkane Lyon, Dinga Bakaba, recently shared his thoughts on the whole matter, and to be blunt, he sounds mortified by the events that have just taken place.
Head of Arkane Lyon Reacts to Horrific Decision from Xbox to Close Austin Studio Xbox has closed the studio behind Redfall.
Generally speaking, the acquisition of Bethesda was a huge deal for Microsoft. Now that the ship has sailed, gamers are left wondering why there was a sudden shift in attitude towards studios under Bethesda.
With the recent closure of the studio, many fans and devs alike are both stunned and confused as to what could have led to this decision. Head of Arkane Lyon, Dinga Bakaba, recently shared his thoughts on the whole matter, and to be blunt, he sounds mortified by the events that have just taken place.
Head of Arkane Lyon Reacts to Horrific Decision from Xbox to Close Austin Studio Xbox has closed the studio behind Redfall.
Generally speaking, the acquisition of Bethesda was a huge deal for Microsoft. Now that the ship has sailed, gamers are left wondering why there was a sudden shift in attitude towards studios under Bethesda.
- 5/8/2024
- by Adil Farooq
- FandomWire
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Xbox’s strategy for the ongoing generation seems pretty clear: take two steps forward, jump ten steps back. From the lack of exclusive titles, bringing the few that remain onto its direct competitor, presenting plans of going completely digital, to causing a lot of confusion among its supporters, most have no idea what’s in store for the company’s future.
However, it seems as though Xbox hasn’t had enough of dragging itself through the mud, as right after dissolving 4 of its most prominent studios, including Arkane and Tango Gameworks, the company proceeds to announce a fire-red variant of its controller. Talk about being tone-deaf.
The Poor Studios at Xbox Are the Real Targets of “Feel the Burn” Xbox’s latest announcement is either a PR move or just bad timing.
Not even a day has passed since Microsoft decided to torch 4 of its biggest studios, and it is...
However, it seems as though Xbox hasn’t had enough of dragging itself through the mud, as right after dissolving 4 of its most prominent studios, including Arkane and Tango Gameworks, the company proceeds to announce a fire-red variant of its controller. Talk about being tone-deaf.
The Poor Studios at Xbox Are the Real Targets of “Feel the Burn” Xbox’s latest announcement is either a PR move or just bad timing.
Not even a day has passed since Microsoft decided to torch 4 of its biggest studios, and it is...
- 5/8/2024
- by Akshit Dangi
- FandomWire
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The Matchbox line of tiny toy cars is to become a big feature film, and Extraction director Sam Hargrave has landed the plum job of making it.
We learned all the way back in 2022 that Mattel was looking to get a film project underway that would feature its long-running line of Matchbox toy cars. As part of the press release, it was trumpeted that ‘one Matchbox car is sold every second’ meaning that the brand possesses that all important ‘pre-awareness’ that is seen as crucial by the folks that give these types of films the thumbs-up.
Then 2022 happened and that other film based on a Mattel toy did rather well. You may have read a thing or two about the success of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, but in the wake of that film’s huge success, Mattel announced that it had a number of projects on the horizon that would...
We learned all the way back in 2022 that Mattel was looking to get a film project underway that would feature its long-running line of Matchbox toy cars. As part of the press release, it was trumpeted that ‘one Matchbox car is sold every second’ meaning that the brand possesses that all important ‘pre-awareness’ that is seen as crucial by the folks that give these types of films the thumbs-up.
Then 2022 happened and that other film based on a Mattel toy did rather well. You may have read a thing or two about the success of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, but in the wake of that film’s huge success, Mattel announced that it had a number of projects on the horizon that would...
- 5/8/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
Arkane Austin’s Closure Could Prove to be a Ominous Shadow for Marvel’s Blade Developers Arkane Lyon
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Microsoft and Xbox have announced the closure of several Bethesda studios. From Hi-Fi Rush’s Tango Gameworks to Redfall’s Arkane Austin, Microsoft is clearing house of studios that failed to meet massive expectations.
While Redfall flopped critically and financially, Hi-Fi Rush managed to surprisingly deliver after it was shadow dropped last year on January 25. Despite all of its success, Tango Gameworks were still shut down.
What does this mean for the remaining Bethesda studios? Arkane Lyon who are currently working on Marvel’s Blade, could be axed too if the title flops?
Arkane Studios’ Only Hope – Marvel’s Blade If it fails, what will happen to the studio?
The past few years from Xbox have been interesting, to say the least. Arkane Austin’s closure isn’t the first time Xbox have shut down studios they purchased.
Competition among the three console manufacturers has been stagnant, with PlayStation leading...
While Redfall flopped critically and financially, Hi-Fi Rush managed to surprisingly deliver after it was shadow dropped last year on January 25. Despite all of its success, Tango Gameworks were still shut down.
What does this mean for the remaining Bethesda studios? Arkane Lyon who are currently working on Marvel’s Blade, could be axed too if the title flops?
Arkane Studios’ Only Hope – Marvel’s Blade If it fails, what will happen to the studio?
The past few years from Xbox have been interesting, to say the least. Arkane Austin’s closure isn’t the first time Xbox have shut down studios they purchased.
Competition among the three console manufacturers has been stagnant, with PlayStation leading...
- 5/7/2024
- by Travis Vuong
- FandomWire
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Mattel's next "big" movie may have found its director, as Deadline reports today that Sam Hargrave has closed a deal with Skydance and Mattel Films to helm the toy company's upcoming film "Matchbox." Hargrave is best known as the director of the Netflix film "Extraction" and its sequel; Netflix has said the first film in the franchise is one of the most-watched original movies it's ever released.
Mattel, the company that brought fans a billion-dollar "Barbie" movie, is clearly looking for another huge hit, and based on his track record at Netflix, Hargrave is able to get audiences seated. The first "Extraction" film dropped in 2020, starred Chris Hemsworth, and was reportedly watched by 99 million households during its first month on the streamer. While Netflix's data and viewership measurements are notoriously opaque, that's still a hell of a number, and it's one that could translate to success when it comes to "Matchbox.
Mattel, the company that brought fans a billion-dollar "Barbie" movie, is clearly looking for another huge hit, and based on his track record at Netflix, Hargrave is able to get audiences seated. The first "Extraction" film dropped in 2020, starred Chris Hemsworth, and was reportedly watched by 99 million households during its first month on the streamer. While Netflix's data and viewership measurements are notoriously opaque, that's still a hell of a number, and it's one that could translate to success when it comes to "Matchbox.
- 5/7/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
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The gaming industry is going through a very tough time. News of layoffs and studio closures are getting far too common, with reports of Take-Two shutting down Rollerdrome developer Roll7 going public just a few days ago, and Deliver Us Mars developer KeokeN also laying off its entire team.
Now, it’s been devastatingly discovered that Xbox has shuttered four studios under the Bethesda umbrella, with one of them having delivered arguably the best Xbox game in recent years.
Hi-Fi Rush Developer Tango Gameworks Closed By Xbox
Tango’s delightful rhythm brawler will never be continued, and that’s a certifiable disappointment.
IGN first reported on the news, as they received a copy of an official email that announced Xbox will be closing down Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog, and Roundhouse Games. The platform holder acquired these studios as part of the $7.5B Zenimax acquisition in 2021.
SUGGESTEDHi-Fi Rush Review...
Now, it’s been devastatingly discovered that Xbox has shuttered four studios under the Bethesda umbrella, with one of them having delivered arguably the best Xbox game in recent years.
Hi-Fi Rush Developer Tango Gameworks Closed By Xbox
Tango’s delightful rhythm brawler will never be continued, and that’s a certifiable disappointment.
IGN first reported on the news, as they received a copy of an official email that announced Xbox will be closing down Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog, and Roundhouse Games. The platform holder acquired these studios as part of the $7.5B Zenimax acquisition in 2021.
SUGGESTEDHi-Fi Rush Review...
- 5/7/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
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