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Emma Roberts, who appeared alongside Dakota Johnson in this year’s Madame Web, has defended the superhero thriller.
Released in February, Sony’s vaguely Spider-Man-related superhero thriller Madame Web had such obvious signs of reshoots and general re-tailoring that we’ve been scratching our heads over it ever since.
The critically derided film does have one strident fan, though: Emma Roberts, who plays one Mary Parker – a woman pregnant with a baby whom the movie seemingly can’t name for legal reasons.
Roberts, who’s currently promoting her new comedy Space Cadet, told Variety, “I personally really loved Madame Web. I really enjoyed the movie. I thought that everyone in it was great. The director, Sj Clarkson, I think did an amazing job. She’s the reason I wanted to do that movie.”
The actor then said that the film’s reception wasn’t necessarily due to its own flaws,...
Released in February, Sony’s vaguely Spider-Man-related superhero thriller Madame Web had such obvious signs of reshoots and general re-tailoring that we’ve been scratching our heads over it ever since.
The critically derided film does have one strident fan, though: Emma Roberts, who plays one Mary Parker – a woman pregnant with a baby whom the movie seemingly can’t name for legal reasons.
Roberts, who’s currently promoting her new comedy Space Cadet, told Variety, “I personally really loved Madame Web. I really enjoyed the movie. I thought that everyone in it was great. The director, Sj Clarkson, I think did an amazing job. She’s the reason I wanted to do that movie.”
The actor then said that the film’s reception wasn’t necessarily due to its own flaws,...
- 7/8/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
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There’s no denying that superhero fatigue exists. If a studio’s superhero movie isn’t quite up to snuff, then people aren’t going to bother checking it out in theaters. Marvel Studios is even feeling that pain right now. But superhero fatigue can’t explain why “Madame Web” was such a huge bomb for Sony. There’s a laundry list of reasons why that film didn’t work. And according to one of the actors involved, fans have to look in the mirror to see why the film bombed.
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- 7/8/2024
- by Charles Barfield
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Emma Roberts, star of the Sony Spider-Man Universe film “Madame Web,” has spoken out about the impact of internet meme culture on the movie’s reception. In a recent interview with Variety, Roberts expressed her disappointment with how online trolling and joke-making affected the film’s potential success.
Roberts, who played Mary Parker in the movie, stated, “If it wasn’t for internet culture and everything being made into a joke, I think that the reception would’ve been different. And that’s what bums me out about a lot of stuff, even stuff that I’ve done, is people just make such a joke out of everything now.”
The actress defended the film, saying she personally enjoyed it and praised the work of director S.J. Clarkson and her co-stars. Roberts emphasized the unpredictable nature of the film industry, noting that sometimes unexpected projects become hits while others fall short despite their quality.
Roberts, who played Mary Parker in the movie, stated, “If it wasn’t for internet culture and everything being made into a joke, I think that the reception would’ve been different. And that’s what bums me out about a lot of stuff, even stuff that I’ve done, is people just make such a joke out of everything now.”
The actress defended the film, saying she personally enjoyed it and praised the work of director S.J. Clarkson and her co-stars. Roberts emphasized the unpredictable nature of the film industry, noting that sometimes unexpected projects become hits while others fall short despite their quality.
- 7/8/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
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The time for debates and dissent around Superhero Fatigue is over and it’s high time the fans admitted that the global symptom is trying to tell us something. Steve Carell’s latest animated dooblydoo, Despicable Me 4 has just shattered the box office expectations of 2024 by a mile and a half, and Marvel is yet to impress its viewers with a half-decent movie worthy of its reputation.
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With one section of Marvel Studios invested in bludgeoning our senses to the point of lackluster numbness and the other sections working overtime to bring more than a dozen different series of unique and exotic flavors, it is safe to say that neither film nor streaming is doing anything to help Kevin Feige earn points with the audience right now.
On the other hand, Steve Carell’s villainous Gru and his posse of degenerate minions are well...
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With one section of Marvel Studios invested in bludgeoning our senses to the point of lackluster numbness and the other sections working overtime to bring more than a dozen different series of unique and exotic flavors, it is safe to say that neither film nor streaming is doing anything to help Kevin Feige earn points with the audience right now.
On the other hand, Steve Carell’s villainous Gru and his posse of degenerate minions are well...
- 7/7/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
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Taking a bold stance to challenge the prevailing narrative surrounding “nepo babies” in the entertainment industry, Julia Roberts’ niece Emma Roberts became a vocal advocate for the conversation. Sitting down for an interview with the magazine Flaunt, the Madame Web actress attempted to reshape the idea about individuals with familial ties to established Hollywood figures.
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Laughing off the idea that she got help with her career from her father Eric or aunt Julia Roberts, the rising star Emma Roberts instead noted that she lost more roles because of her familial ties. Meanwhile, prior to her reflection on being a nepo baby, Roberts dragged George Clooney into the debate to turn the idea of people hating nepo kids sexist.
Emma Roberts’ Opinion on Hollywood’s Perception of Nepo Babies
American Horror Story actress Emma Roberts sat down for an interview with Flaunt magazine,...
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Laughing off the idea that she got help with her career from her father Eric or aunt Julia Roberts, the rising star Emma Roberts instead noted that she lost more roles because of her familial ties. Meanwhile, prior to her reflection on being a nepo baby, Roberts dragged George Clooney into the debate to turn the idea of people hating nepo kids sexist.
Emma Roberts’ Opinion on Hollywood’s Perception of Nepo Babies
American Horror Story actress Emma Roberts sat down for an interview with Flaunt magazine,...
- 7/7/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
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“Madame Web” was released a few months ago to a lukewarm critical reception and low audience rating, typical of Sony’s Spider-Man Universe movies. The film was a notable box office bomb, though it did achieve moderate success on Netflix, driven by the memes and online chatter it generated.
Cast members like Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney have already commented on the movie’s performance. Johnson criticized the studio executives for meddling with the film, attempting to make it appeal to everyone. She made it clear that the final script was not the one she had originally agreed to shoot.
Johnson found herself in hot water with the studio, but she didn’t seem to mind, stating that she would never do something like that again. Sweeney, on the other hand, took a more stoic approach, claiming she was just an actress in the movie and even poked fun at it during an SNL sketch.
Cast members like Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney have already commented on the movie’s performance. Johnson criticized the studio executives for meddling with the film, attempting to make it appeal to everyone. She made it clear that the final script was not the one she had originally agreed to shoot.
Johnson found herself in hot water with the studio, but she didn’t seem to mind, stating that she would never do something like that again. Sweeney, on the other hand, took a more stoic approach, claiming she was just an actress in the movie and even poked fun at it during an SNL sketch.
- 7/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
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‘Madame Web’ was released a few months ago to a lukewarm critical reception and low audience rating, something we’ve come to expect out of Sony Spider-Man Universe movies. The movie was also a notable box office bomb, but it did see some moderate success on Netflix when people rushed to watch the movie which generated so many memes and online chatter.
Cast members like Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney already commented on the movie’s success, or the lack of it. Johnson blamed the studio executives who meddled in the movie trying to mold it to be everything for everyone and made sure the audience knew that the script that eventually was shot is not the script she signed up to shoot.
Johnson landed herself in hot water with the studio, but it’s not important, the ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ actress said she would never do something like that again.
Cast members like Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney already commented on the movie’s success, or the lack of it. Johnson blamed the studio executives who meddled in the movie trying to mold it to be everything for everyone and made sure the audience knew that the script that eventually was shot is not the script she signed up to shoot.
Johnson landed herself in hot water with the studio, but it’s not important, the ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ actress said she would never do something like that again.
- 7/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
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Sony’s set take of the Spider-Man property was meant to be a web-slingin’ smash from the studio, bringing elements that the MCU didn’t — it even had its own acronym: the Ssu. But this hasn’t quite panned out as intended, with one particular entry, Madame Web, proving to be a colossal disaster. And while it holds an 11% Rotten Tomatoes critics score, a still lousy 57% audience score and a 5/10 from our own Chris Bumbray, the movie has its small legion of defenders. Take star Emma Roberts, for example, who maintains that the internet may have been responsible for ruining any hope for the movie.
On Madame Web, Roberts said that she remains enthusiastic about it despite the loudness of naysayers. “I personally really loved Madame Web. I really enjoyed the movie. I thought everyone in it was great. The director, S.J. Clarkson, I think did an amazing job. She...
On Madame Web, Roberts said that she remains enthusiastic about it despite the loudness of naysayers. “I personally really loved Madame Web. I really enjoyed the movie. I thought everyone in it was great. The director, S.J. Clarkson, I think did an amazing job. She...
- 7/6/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
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Amid the ongoing superhero fatigue, films like Matt Reeves’ The Batman reigned supreme, while Marvel’s Madame Web found itself tangled in a web of unexpected challenges. Starring Dakota Johnson, although the movie was poised to spin box office gold, it unfortunately crashed over a wave of internet mockery and empty theater seats.
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Emma Roberts, who played Mary Parker in Madame Web, took to blaming fans for the film’s underwhelming reception. According to Roberts, the internet’s unnecessary mockery of the movie led people to misunderstand it which eventually ruined its potential for success. But unfortunately, Roberts will be disappointed to hear what PlayStation employees have to say about her movie, especially after wasting their free ticket.
Emma Roberts Points Fingers at Meme Mayhem for Madame Web Failure
Despite Marvel’s iconic marketing strategy and hype creation, way...
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Emma Roberts, who played Mary Parker in Madame Web, took to blaming fans for the film’s underwhelming reception. According to Roberts, the internet’s unnecessary mockery of the movie led people to misunderstand it which eventually ruined its potential for success. But unfortunately, Roberts will be disappointed to hear what PlayStation employees have to say about her movie, especially after wasting their free ticket.
Emma Roberts Points Fingers at Meme Mayhem for Madame Web Failure
Despite Marvel’s iconic marketing strategy and hype creation, way...
- 7/6/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
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So far the world of Marvel has not had a very good 2024. Interestingly enough, it has nothing to do with the MCU but with Sony and their Spider-Verse. This past February, the studio released what is considered one of the worst superhero films of all time – Madame Web.
The movie, based on the Marvel character of the same name, was a disjointed mess, with the fingerprints of studio interference present on almost every frame. Critics and audiences ripped apart the writing, acting, and special effects, with some parts of the movie briefly becoming internet memes.
Aside from the ratings, the film was a massive disappointment at the box office, making roughly $100.3 million on an $80-$100 million budget (minus marketing). This disaster along with 2022’s Morbius, has put the future of Sony’s Spider-Verse movies at risk.
Months after the film’s theatrical train wreck, actress Emma Roberts, who played the...
The movie, based on the Marvel character of the same name, was a disjointed mess, with the fingerprints of studio interference present on almost every frame. Critics and audiences ripped apart the writing, acting, and special effects, with some parts of the movie briefly becoming internet memes.
Aside from the ratings, the film was a massive disappointment at the box office, making roughly $100.3 million on an $80-$100 million budget (minus marketing). This disaster along with 2022’s Morbius, has put the future of Sony’s Spider-Verse movies at risk.
Months after the film’s theatrical train wreck, actress Emma Roberts, who played the...
- 7/6/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
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Emma Roberts played the brief role of Mary Parker in Dakota Johnson’s Ssu film, Madame Web. While Johnson understood her mistake of accepting the role in the poorly made film, Roberts defended it. She expressed her love for the film and shared that she was willing to return to the role in the future. She also went on to blame the internet for the failure of the film.
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While Roberts thinks it was the online critics who destroyed the film, that’s far from the truth. Fans didn’t care enough for the clairvoyant hero in the first place, but the wooden dialogues and underwhelming plot made things even worse.
Emma Roberts Blames The Internet For Madame Web‘s Failure Emma Roberts as Mary Parker in Madame Web | Sony Pictures
Madame Web finally has a defender from among its cast. Earlier, Dakota...
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While Roberts thinks it was the online critics who destroyed the film, that’s far from the truth. Fans didn’t care enough for the clairvoyant hero in the first place, but the wooden dialogues and underwhelming plot made things even worse.
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- 7/6/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
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Madame Web star Emma Roberts says social media memes were responsible for the film’s dismal box office performance. The Marvel film starring Dakota Johnson, Emma Roberts, and Sydney Sweeny dropped in theatres earlier this year. With a production budget of $80 Million, it was a box office disappointment, accumulating $100.2 million worldwide.
‘Madame Web’ is the worst-rated Marvel film in the franchise, landing an 11% critic score on ranking aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes. Despite the top film critics slamming the film as ‘mediocre, dull, boring, unnecessary and goofy”, Emma Roberts believes the film tanked due to the social media memes.
In a recent interview with Variety, Emma Roberts shared that social media and the “internet culture” of deriding things played a significant role in the film bombing at the box office. Roberts believes the critics were influenced by the internet,...
Madame Web star Emma Roberts says social media memes were responsible for the film’s dismal box office performance. The Marvel film starring Dakota Johnson, Emma Roberts, and Sydney Sweeny dropped in theatres earlier this year. With a production budget of $80 Million, it was a box office disappointment, accumulating $100.2 million worldwide.
‘Madame Web’ is the worst-rated Marvel film in the franchise, landing an 11% critic score on ranking aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes. Despite the top film critics slamming the film as ‘mediocre, dull, boring, unnecessary and goofy”, Emma Roberts believes the film tanked due to the social media memes.
In a recent interview with Variety, Emma Roberts shared that social media and the “internet culture” of deriding things played a significant role in the film bombing at the box office. Roberts believes the critics were influenced by the internet,...
- 7/6/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
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It's probably fair to say that Madame Web always had a pretty steep hill to climb after becoming meme-fodder immediately after the release of its first (and only) trailer, but right from the opening scene with Cassie Webb's (Dakota Johnson) mother in the Amazon researching spiders just before she died, it seemed clear that Sony Pictures' latest Ssu movie was most likely not going to be a massive hit!
To be fair, the movie did end up surpassing (just about) the $100 million mark worldwide, but with a reported budget of around $80 - $100 million, and an abysmal 11% on Rotten Tomatoes, we can't imagine seeing much more from Miss Web and her teenage Spider-Women pals anytime soon.
Some felt the movie wasn't quite as bad as it was made out to be, while others were of the opinion that it crossed into so bad it's good territory, and a few even loved it.
To be fair, the movie did end up surpassing (just about) the $100 million mark worldwide, but with a reported budget of around $80 - $100 million, and an abysmal 11% on Rotten Tomatoes, we can't imagine seeing much more from Miss Web and her teenage Spider-Women pals anytime soon.
Some felt the movie wasn't quite as bad as it was made out to be, while others were of the opinion that it crossed into so bad it's good territory, and a few even loved it.
- 7/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Emma Roberts knows that her new Prime Video movie, “Space Cadet,” is an any easy target for critics and cynics.
“It’s earnest,” she says on this week’s “Just for Variety” podcast. “And people are probably going to make fun of that, but it’s like, you know what, whatever. I think that it’s better to be earnest and do your best and be proud of what you do, no matter the reception.”
Roberts stars in the film, written and directed by “Purple Hearts” writer Liz W. Garcia, as Rex, a bartender who decides to pursue her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut. When she is accepted into NASA’s highly competitive astronaut-training program, things go sideways after learning that her best friend (“Hacks” actor Poppy Liu) had embellished her application.
“I just fell so in love with it,” Roberts recalls of reading the “Space Cadet” script. “I...
“It’s earnest,” she says on this week’s “Just for Variety” podcast. “And people are probably going to make fun of that, but it’s like, you know what, whatever. I think that it’s better to be earnest and do your best and be proud of what you do, no matter the reception.”
Roberts stars in the film, written and directed by “Purple Hearts” writer Liz W. Garcia, as Rex, a bartender who decides to pursue her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut. When she is accepted into NASA’s highly competitive astronaut-training program, things go sideways after learning that her best friend (“Hacks” actor Poppy Liu) had embellished her application.
“I just fell so in love with it,” Roberts recalls of reading the “Space Cadet” script. “I...
- 7/5/2024
- by Marc Malkin
- Variety Film + TV
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Another movie from the DC universe is about to come out of the oven and, as always, the buzz and expectations continue on social media, especially when it comes to the characters. Isabela Merced is one of the big bets in this case.
Isabela Merced as Rachel Cooper in Sweet Girl (Netflix)
A lifelong fan of the cinematic universe, the actress has often expressed her excitement, especially after showing such dedication to the role.
What Isabela Merced Thinks About Playing Hawkgirl Isabela Merced in Sweet Girl (Netflix)
Lately, Isabela Merced has been very excited about the challenge of playing the heroine Hawkgirl in the new film Superman. In a recent Instagram update, the actress revealed the results of her intense physical training to prepare for the role, mentioning that she considers her an inspiration. In addition, she was very determined to do justice to the character.
Had Isabela Merced been...
Isabela Merced as Rachel Cooper in Sweet Girl (Netflix)
A lifelong fan of the cinematic universe, the actress has often expressed her excitement, especially after showing such dedication to the role.
What Isabela Merced Thinks About Playing Hawkgirl Isabela Merced in Sweet Girl (Netflix)
Lately, Isabela Merced has been very excited about the challenge of playing the heroine Hawkgirl in the new film Superman. In a recent Instagram update, the actress revealed the results of her intense physical training to prepare for the role, mentioning that she considers her an inspiration. In addition, she was very determined to do justice to the character.
Had Isabela Merced been...
- 7/5/2024
- by Catherine Delgado
- FandomWire
Isabela Merced ends up “geeking out” every time she dons her Hawkgirl costume.The ‘Transformers’ actress, 22, is playing the classic winged DC hero in the new ‘Superman’ movie, which involves her being hooked up to harnesses and practising hand-to-hand combat mid-air.She told Empire: “Honestly, inside I’m just a nerdy guy. I feel like that’s who I actually am. “I’m geeking out every time I try on the supersuit! It’s just the coolest thing in the world to me.”Isabela added about being too scared to reveal plot details of the upcoming ‘Superman’ flick, due out in 2025: “I can feel (director) James Gunn’s eyes boring into the back of my head (when I’m asked about the story.)”Along with Isabela, the new ‘Superman’ cast includes David Corenswet as the Man of Steel, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor), Nathan Fillion...
- 7/5/2024
- by BANG Showbiz Reporter
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On Friday 5 July 2024, Talk broadcasts Es.TV!
Episode Summary
In this episode of “Es.TV” on Talk, viewers can expect an exciting lineup of guests. Sterling K. Brown, known for his role in “Atlas,” will be sharing insights and stories. Renny Harlin, the director of “The Strangers: Chapter 1,” will also be making an appearance to discuss his work.
Additionally, Adria Arjona from “Hit Man” and Dakota Johnson from “Madame Web” will be joining the show. Comic Rob Troy will bring some laughter to the episode with his comedic talent. Viewers can also look forward to a music download feature, with Marques Houston’s latest track “Last Drop” being highlighted.
What Time is the Episode On?
The episode of Es.TV will be broadcast on July 5 2024 on Talk at 5:30 Am.
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The episode of Es.TV is all new!
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Episode Summary
In this episode of “Es.TV” on Talk, viewers can expect an exciting lineup of guests. Sterling K. Brown, known for his role in “Atlas,” will be sharing insights and stories. Renny Harlin, the director of “The Strangers: Chapter 1,” will also be making an appearance to discuss his work.
Additionally, Adria Arjona from “Hit Man” and Dakota Johnson from “Madame Web” will be joining the show. Comic Rob Troy will bring some laughter to the episode with his comedic talent. Viewers can also look forward to a music download feature, with Marques Houston’s latest track “Last Drop” being highlighted.
What Time is the Episode On?
The episode of Es.TV will be broadcast on July 5 2024 on Talk at 5:30 Am.
Is the Episode New?
The episode of Es.TV is all new!
Es.TV Cast & Stars Main Cast Episode Videos & Previews
Watch Es.
- 7/5/2024
- by Olly Green
- TV Regular
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James Gunn and the team are working hard on Superman, which was once called Superman: Legacy. The film will be out next year and die-hard DC fans will know for sure if David Corenswet was the right choice or not. So far, things were looking quite promising for the film that is, until leaked photos from the set showed a glimpse of Green Lantern and Hawkgirl’s costumes.
David Corenswet as Superman | via James Gunn on Threads
A majority of the fans seem to be of the opinion that Hawkgirl’s outfit looks absolutely insane and not in a good way. After looking at the set leaks and Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl, DC fans have a newfound respect for Dwayne Johnson’s Black Adam which was once at the receiving end of unending trolls.
Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl Costume Raises Fans’ Eyebrows
While everything seemed to be going well for James Gunn’s upcoming film,...
David Corenswet as Superman | via James Gunn on Threads
A majority of the fans seem to be of the opinion that Hawkgirl’s outfit looks absolutely insane and not in a good way. After looking at the set leaks and Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl, DC fans have a newfound respect for Dwayne Johnson’s Black Adam which was once at the receiving end of unending trolls.
Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl Costume Raises Fans’ Eyebrows
While everything seemed to be going well for James Gunn’s upcoming film,...
- 7/4/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
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Earlier today, we got a first look at Nathan Fillion and Isabela Merced suited-up as their respective characters on the set of James Gunn's Superman, and thanks to some new photos, we now have a better look at Green Lantern Guy Gardner and Hawkgirl's costumes.
Like Mr. Terrific (Edi Gathegi), both Gardner and Kendra Saunders' are sporting the Lordtech logo on their suits, which indicates that they will all be part of a team (most likely an early incarnation of the Jli) assembled by the villainous Maxwell Lord (Sean Gunn).
We're not sure whether the other heroes will attempt to recruit the Man of Steel (David Corenswet), but they are all clearly working together.
In related news, production is set to move to Cincinnati later this month, and there's speculation that filming could take place at the Cincinnati Union Terminal - which was the inspiration for the Hall of Justice.
Like Mr. Terrific (Edi Gathegi), both Gardner and Kendra Saunders' are sporting the Lordtech logo on their suits, which indicates that they will all be part of a team (most likely an early incarnation of the Jli) assembled by the villainous Maxwell Lord (Sean Gunn).
We're not sure whether the other heroes will attempt to recruit the Man of Steel (David Corenswet), but they are all clearly working together.
In related news, production is set to move to Cincinnati later this month, and there's speculation that filming could take place at the Cincinnati Union Terminal - which was the inspiration for the Hall of Justice.
- 7/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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The release of Deadpool & Wolverine is just around the corner and we could not be more excited. From what we have seen and heard so far, we have absolutely no doubt that the film is going to break records left and right, and revive the theatres this month. Starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, Deadpool 3 is on track to become Marvel Cinematic Universe’s next best thing.
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We are convinced that Ryan Reynolds and Shawn Levy worked together to find the perfect story for Deadpool’s entry into the MCU. However, there was a time when they were struggling to come up with a story and that’s when Ryan Reynolds suggested an absurd plotline involving Karan Soni’s Dopinder that would have ruined the film and placed it below Madame Web.
Ryan Reynolds and His Ridiculous Idea for Deadpool 3...
Ryan Reynolds in Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) | Marvel Studios
We are convinced that Ryan Reynolds and Shawn Levy worked together to find the perfect story for Deadpool’s entry into the MCU. However, there was a time when they were struggling to come up with a story and that’s when Ryan Reynolds suggested an absurd plotline involving Karan Soni’s Dopinder that would have ruined the film and placed it below Madame Web.
Ryan Reynolds and His Ridiculous Idea for Deadpool 3...
- 7/3/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
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Dakota Johnson joined her fiancé, Chris Martin, for Coldplay’s headlining performance at Glastonbury 2023. The actress was seen supporting Martin during the iconic band’s set on June 29. Dressed in dark attire, the Madame Web star stood by the side of the stage, enjoying the show alongside others. This marked Coldplay’s fifth time headlining the esteemed festival in the U.K. Relationship Back in the Spotlight The couple’s appearance at Glastonbury comes amid reports of their relationship being in a strong place. A source recently shared with People, They’ve had ups and downs, but now they’re definitely back on, with the...
- 7/3/2024
- by Steve Delickson
- TVovermind.com
Actress Sydney Sweeney ("Euphoria") poses for more "Savage X Fenty" lingerie, designed by pop singer Rihanna:
Sweeney appeared in the Netflix series "Everything Sucks!" (2018) with recurring roles in the Hulu series "The Handmaid's Tale" (2018)...
...and HBO miniseries "Sharp Objects" (2018). In 2019, she began starring in the HBO teen drama series "Euphoria".
Sweeney also guest starred in the TV series "90210", "Criminal Minds", "Grey's Anatomy"...
..."In the Vault" and "Pretty Little Liars".
Her recent feature film roles include “Anyone But You”, “Madame Web” and “Immaculate”.
Upcoming roles include Sony’s “Barbarella”.
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Sweeney appeared in the Netflix series "Everything Sucks!" (2018) with recurring roles in the Hulu series "The Handmaid's Tale" (2018)...
...and HBO miniseries "Sharp Objects" (2018). In 2019, she began starring in the HBO teen drama series "Euphoria".
Sweeney also guest starred in the TV series "90210", "Criminal Minds", "Grey's Anatomy"...
..."In the Vault" and "Pretty Little Liars".
Her recent feature film roles include “Anyone But You”, “Madame Web” and “Immaculate”.
Upcoming roles include Sony’s “Barbarella”.
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- 7/3/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
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Sony’s comic book film Madame Web launched to derision in February. We take a look at what went wrong with a potentially interesting thriller…
Spoilers lie ahead – and lots of them – for Madame Web.
Much has already been written about Sony’s Spider-Man-adjacent calamity Madame Web following its initial cinema release on the 14th February this year. But because of the breakneck pace the modern cultural world moves at, it already feels as though the conversation has moved on; director Sj Clarkson’s comic book supernatural thriller made its streaming debut in May and barely made a ripple.
This is unfortunate, because number one, Madame Web deserves some sort of cult status for its sheer oddness. And number two, it deserves to be studied as a cautionary example of what not to do if you want to tell a coherent, engrossing story.
So what’s wrong with Madame Web,...
Spoilers lie ahead – and lots of them – for Madame Web.
Much has already been written about Sony’s Spider-Man-adjacent calamity Madame Web following its initial cinema release on the 14th February this year. But because of the breakneck pace the modern cultural world moves at, it already feels as though the conversation has moved on; director Sj Clarkson’s comic book supernatural thriller made its streaming debut in May and barely made a ripple.
This is unfortunate, because number one, Madame Web deserves some sort of cult status for its sheer oddness. And number two, it deserves to be studied as a cautionary example of what not to do if you want to tell a coherent, engrossing story.
So what’s wrong with Madame Web,...
- 7/3/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
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While it might be something of an exaggeration to say fans are hugely excited for Venom: The Last Dance, there's certainly plenty of intrigue.
Rumours continue to swirl that Knull, God of the Symbiotes, will somehow factor into the threequel. Plus, the presence of Rhys Ifans - best known for playing The Lizard in The Amazing Spider-Man and Spider-Man: No Way Home - has also generated speculation online.
We'll have to wait and see how impactful Venom: The Last Dance is to the wider Ssu (Sony's Spider-Man Universe), but it looks like the threequel will have plenty of time to tell its story.
According to Feature First, the movie's runtime is currently clocking in around the 2 hours and 15-20 minutes mark (135-140 minutes).
Common sense says this will change in the coming months but it means Venom: The Last Dance will be quite a bit longer than both...
Rumours continue to swirl that Knull, God of the Symbiotes, will somehow factor into the threequel. Plus, the presence of Rhys Ifans - best known for playing The Lizard in The Amazing Spider-Man and Spider-Man: No Way Home - has also generated speculation online.
We'll have to wait and see how impactful Venom: The Last Dance is to the wider Ssu (Sony's Spider-Man Universe), but it looks like the threequel will have plenty of time to tell its story.
According to Feature First, the movie's runtime is currently clocking in around the 2 hours and 15-20 minutes mark (135-140 minutes).
Common sense says this will change in the coming months but it means Venom: The Last Dance will be quite a bit longer than both...
- 7/2/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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The rule of Bridgerton — and Shonda Rhimes — on the streaming charts continued into the first two days of June.
Bridgerton declined about 37 percent in viewing time from a week earlier, but the Regency-era drama still ranked No. 1 overall on Nielsen’s charts for May 27-June 2 with 1.38 billion minutes of watch time on Netflix. The series has claimed the top spot for three straight weeks since its May 16 premiere, with another surge likely coming when results for the second half of the season (which debuted June 13) begin to arrive.
Rhimes’ Shondaland also had two other entries on the charts: Grey’s Anatomy came in third overall with 1.2 billion minutes on Hulu and Netflix. Bridgerton prequel Queen Charlotte also edged back into the top 10 original series list, scoring 274 million minutes of viewing.
Jennifer Lopez’s sci-fi film Atlas grew by 36 percent in its second week on the charts, taking fourth place overall and...
Bridgerton declined about 37 percent in viewing time from a week earlier, but the Regency-era drama still ranked No. 1 overall on Nielsen’s charts for May 27-June 2 with 1.38 billion minutes of watch time on Netflix. The series has claimed the top spot for three straight weeks since its May 16 premiere, with another surge likely coming when results for the second half of the season (which debuted June 13) begin to arrive.
Rhimes’ Shondaland also had two other entries on the charts: Grey’s Anatomy came in third overall with 1.2 billion minutes on Hulu and Netflix. Bridgerton prequel Queen Charlotte also edged back into the top 10 original series list, scoring 274 million minutes of viewing.
Jennifer Lopez’s sci-fi film Atlas grew by 36 percent in its second week on the charts, taking fourth place overall and...
- 7/1/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Work on Superman continues in Cleveland, though how much more we'll see from the reboot's set is tough to predict. A new video recaps some of what we've missed, including a glimpse of Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner!
It appears The Suicide Squad star was shooting scenes inside and, when he exited the building, Fillion was covered from head-to-toe in a cloak which, unfortunately, hides his costume. As a result, we've missed out on getting a first look at the Dcu's first Green Lantern...for now, at least.
You can watch the full video in the player below.
Phew, what a busy day Superman crews had yesterday! You may have missed some of the action, but this should catch you up to speed. The cameras come back to Public Square Monday.
Video: Josh Duke, https://t.co/a4YA4W2Cro pic.twitter.com/Ql6SqKaCyu
— clevelanddotcom (@clevelanddotcom) June 29, 2024
In related Superman news,...
It appears The Suicide Squad star was shooting scenes inside and, when he exited the building, Fillion was covered from head-to-toe in a cloak which, unfortunately, hides his costume. As a result, we've missed out on getting a first look at the Dcu's first Green Lantern...for now, at least.
You can watch the full video in the player below.
Phew, what a busy day Superman crews had yesterday! You may have missed some of the action, but this should catch you up to speed. The cameras come back to Public Square Monday.
Video: Josh Duke, https://t.co/a4YA4W2Cro pic.twitter.com/Ql6SqKaCyu
— clevelanddotcom (@clevelanddotcom) June 29, 2024
In related Superman news,...
- 7/1/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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There's not exactly a huge amount of excitement for Kraven the Hunter, no great surprise after movies like Morbius and Madame Web proved such a disappointment.
Sony Pictures is reportedly heading down the R-Rated route with Sergei Kravinoff's big screen debut, meaning we can at least look forward to Kraven being unleashed in a way that does the comics justice. Unfortunately, the first trailer lost a lot of goodwill by teasing a mutant version of classic Spider-Man villain, The Rhino.
Talking of the web-spinner, Sony's Marvel Universe still doesn't have a Spider-Man. That's come as a relief to many fans, but when the hero is such a huge part of what makes characters like Venom and Kraven tick, it's starting to become a problem.
Well, according to scooper Cryptic HD Quality, "I heard Spider-Man has a name drop in it. An appearance though? Not too certain...from either [him or nm0603242 autoMorbius...
Sony Pictures is reportedly heading down the R-Rated route with Sergei Kravinoff's big screen debut, meaning we can at least look forward to Kraven being unleashed in a way that does the comics justice. Unfortunately, the first trailer lost a lot of goodwill by teasing a mutant version of classic Spider-Man villain, The Rhino.
Talking of the web-spinner, Sony's Marvel Universe still doesn't have a Spider-Man. That's come as a relief to many fans, but when the hero is such a huge part of what makes characters like Venom and Kraven tick, it's starting to become a problem.
Well, according to scooper Cryptic HD Quality, "I heard Spider-Man has a name drop in it. An appearance though? Not too certain...from either [him or nm0603242 autoMorbius...
- 6/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Madame Web Star Sydney Sweeney Is Reportedly Being Eyed To Play A Jedi In Upcoming Star Wars Project
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Despite Madame Web's terrible critical and commercial performance, Sydney Sweeney's star remains on the rise. The Euphoria actress impressed in Anyone But You and Immaculate and has several high-profile projects on the way, including the Barbarella remake.
For months, rumours have swirled about Sweeney potentially heading into a Galaxy Far, Far Away for a Star Wars project. Now, scooper @MyTimeToShineH (via SFFGazette.com) has claimed that she's being eyed to play a Jedi.
We find it hard to believe that the actress will consider returning to television, so chances are this would be a movie role. Looking to the future, the Daisy Ridley-led sequel to the sequels, Dave Filoni's crossover event, and James Mangold's First Jedi story are all in the works as theatrical releases.
The Mandalorian and Grogu will be first up, of course, with Patty Jenkins' Rogue Squadron also still said to be on the way.
For months, rumours have swirled about Sweeney potentially heading into a Galaxy Far, Far Away for a Star Wars project. Now, scooper @MyTimeToShineH (via SFFGazette.com) has claimed that she's being eyed to play a Jedi.
We find it hard to believe that the actress will consider returning to television, so chances are this would be a movie role. Looking to the future, the Daisy Ridley-led sequel to the sequels, Dave Filoni's crossover event, and James Mangold's First Jedi story are all in the works as theatrical releases.
The Mandalorian and Grogu will be first up, of course, with Patty Jenkins' Rogue Squadron also still said to be on the way.
- 6/29/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Tune in to “Es.TV” airing at 5:30 Am on Friday, July 5, 2024, on Talk for a lively mix of celebrity interviews and entertainment highlights. This episode features a star-studded lineup including Sterling K. Brown, known for his roles in “Atlas” and other acclaimed projects. Viewers can expect insights into Brown’s latest endeavors and perhaps a glimpse into what’s next for the talented actor.
Director Renny Harlin joins the conversation, discussing his film “The Strangers: Chapter 1” and offering behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the thriller genre. Actress Adria Arjona shares her experiences working on “Hit Man,” providing viewers with a look into the action-packed world of her latest project.
Additionally, Dakota Johnson makes an appearance to discuss her role in “Madame Web” and her journey in Hollywood. Comedian Rob Troy brings laughter to the show with his comedic talents, adding a light-hearted touch to the morning lineup.
Music enthusiasts can look...
Director Renny Harlin joins the conversation, discussing his film “The Strangers: Chapter 1” and offering behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the thriller genre. Actress Adria Arjona shares her experiences working on “Hit Man,” providing viewers with a look into the action-packed world of her latest project.
Additionally, Dakota Johnson makes an appearance to discuss her role in “Madame Web” and her journey in Hollywood. Comedian Rob Troy brings laughter to the show with his comedic talents, adding a light-hearted touch to the morning lineup.
Music enthusiasts can look...
- 6/29/2024
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
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Plot: A woman (Dakota Johnson) and a talkative cabbie (Sean Penn) have a deep conversation while stuck in an endless New York traffic jam.
Review: A few months ago, Dakota Johnson suffered the worst reviews of her career for her superhero flop Madame Web. She’s been open about how she’ll never do anything like that again due to how badly she felt burned by its reception, doubling down on her commitment to indie fare. Indeed, if you watch Dakota Johnson in Daddio, a movie she co-produced, you can see how effective she can be if given material that suits her.
Written and directed by Christy Hall, Daddio is a two-hander one that takes place entirely in a cab travelling from JFK International Airport to an apartment in Manhattan. The film revolves around Johnson’s unnamed passenger, billed as “girlie,” a young woman returning to New York after a trip to see her sister.
Review: A few months ago, Dakota Johnson suffered the worst reviews of her career for her superhero flop Madame Web. She’s been open about how she’ll never do anything like that again due to how badly she felt burned by its reception, doubling down on her commitment to indie fare. Indeed, if you watch Dakota Johnson in Daddio, a movie she co-produced, you can see how effective she can be if given material that suits her.
Written and directed by Christy Hall, Daddio is a two-hander one that takes place entirely in a cab travelling from JFK International Airport to an apartment in Manhattan. The film revolves around Johnson’s unnamed passenger, billed as “girlie,” a young woman returning to New York after a trip to see her sister.
- 6/28/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
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From left: Isabela Merced, Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, Celeste O’ConnorPhoto: Sony Pictures
My World Of Flops is Nathan Rabin’s survey of books, television shows, musical releases, or other forms of entertainment that were financial flops, critical failures, or lack a substantial cult following.
As a third-generation movie star...
My World Of Flops is Nathan Rabin’s survey of books, television shows, musical releases, or other forms of entertainment that were financial flops, critical failures, or lack a substantial cult following.
As a third-generation movie star...
- 6/28/2024
- by Nathan Rabin
- avclub.com
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Well, who could forget the time when Christian Ditter’s How to Be Single’s very own Dakota Johnson & Leslie Mann flipped the script during a seemingly routine promotional interview with Wsvn Miami’s Chris Van Vliet?
The chemistry of the encounter was as indisputable as it was refreshing. Compliments on cute socks quickly turned into flirtatious quips, inviting Johnson and Mann to join in the fun while graciously avoiding the monotonous press junket questions. Through their laughter and wit, the actresses didn’t spare any chance to hit on the reporter. Mann asked the reporter if he was single and remarked on his socks, quickly throwing the interview off course.
Dakota Johnson, Rebel Wilson in How to Be Single | Warner Bros. Pictures
So, isn’t it time we embraced the fun in the unexpected and learned a thing or two from these spirited leading ladies?
The Internet Can’t...
The chemistry of the encounter was as indisputable as it was refreshing. Compliments on cute socks quickly turned into flirtatious quips, inviting Johnson and Mann to join in the fun while graciously avoiding the monotonous press junket questions. Through their laughter and wit, the actresses didn’t spare any chance to hit on the reporter. Mann asked the reporter if he was single and remarked on his socks, quickly throwing the interview off course.
Dakota Johnson, Rebel Wilson in How to Be Single | Warner Bros. Pictures
So, isn’t it time we embraced the fun in the unexpected and learned a thing or two from these spirited leading ladies?
The Internet Can’t...
- 6/28/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
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The Star Wars franchise is discovering its own identity in modern times due to negative reviews and complaints about repetitive stuff. Well, rumors abound that an iconic actress will allegedly join the franchise soon!
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Sydney Sweeney has been known around the world for portraying iconic roles in notable projects. Finding fame by starring alongside Zendaya in Euphoria, this actress might just be the next Jedi in the Star Wars franchise!
Sydney Sweeney Might Just Join The Star Wars Franchise!
Finding fame via HBO’s Euphoria, Sydney Sweeney’s career skyrocketed when she landed a role in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time… In Hollywood. Portraying the brilliant role, Sweeney was soon working alongside Glen Powell in the 2023 film Anyone But You.
Sydney Sweeney in Madame Web | Sony Pictures
In 2024, it was announced that Sweeney had joined the cast of Dakota Johnson...
Sydney Sweeney in Euphoria (image credit: HBO Max)
Sydney Sweeney has been known around the world for portraying iconic roles in notable projects. Finding fame by starring alongside Zendaya in Euphoria, this actress might just be the next Jedi in the Star Wars franchise!
Sydney Sweeney Might Just Join The Star Wars Franchise!
Finding fame via HBO’s Euphoria, Sydney Sweeney’s career skyrocketed when she landed a role in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time… In Hollywood. Portraying the brilliant role, Sweeney was soon working alongside Glen Powell in the 2023 film Anyone But You.
Sydney Sweeney in Madame Web | Sony Pictures
In 2024, it was announced that Sweeney had joined the cast of Dakota Johnson...
- 6/27/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
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Andrea Barber Recalls Padding Her Bra As A Teenager For A Scene In Full House. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Andrea Barber has recalled an uneasy moment she had while shooting for Full House. The actress, who was a teenager when she starred in the ABC sitcom, has revealed how she felt mortified when she had to pad her bra for a sequence in the show.
Barber played the role of Kimmy Gibbler in all eight seasons of the show, and its Netflix sequel, Fuller House. In one of the episodes, Barber’s character joined junior high school and decided to get a makeover with makeup and a padded bra to fit in with her older schoolmates.
Andrea Barber’s Mortifying Experience of Padding Her Bra as a Teen Actor in Full House
On a recent episode of her podcast How Rude, Tanneritos!, Barber talked about Full House Season 3 episode, Back to School Blues.
Andrea Barber has recalled an uneasy moment she had while shooting for Full House. The actress, who was a teenager when she starred in the ABC sitcom, has revealed how she felt mortified when she had to pad her bra for a sequence in the show.
Barber played the role of Kimmy Gibbler in all eight seasons of the show, and its Netflix sequel, Fuller House. In one of the episodes, Barber’s character joined junior high school and decided to get a makeover with makeup and a padded bra to fit in with her older schoolmates.
Andrea Barber’s Mortifying Experience of Padding Her Bra as a Teen Actor in Full House
On a recent episode of her podcast How Rude, Tanneritos!, Barber talked about Full House Season 3 episode, Back to School Blues.
- 6/27/2024
- by Jashandeep Singh
- KoiMoi
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Several years ago, Netflix shook things up by not only including top ten charts on its platform for viewers to see, but the streaming giant also made a whole website dedicated to sharing viewership metrics. It has provided an odd window into what people are watching on the world's largest streaming service at any given time. At the moment, a whole bunch of people are watching a new action flick called "Trigger Warning," which stars Jessica Alba as an ass-kicking Special Forces soldier/bar owner.
As of this writing, director Mouly Surya's film is sitting firmly in the number one spot on the Netflix movie charts ahead of the DreamWorks animated flick "Home" and Universal's "Fifty Shades of Grey." The latter film's star, Dakota Johnson, has been having quite the run on Netflix, as Marvel's "Madame Web" recently dominated the charts as well -- but that's another story altogether.
As of this writing, director Mouly Surya's film is sitting firmly in the number one spot on the Netflix movie charts ahead of the DreamWorks animated flick "Home" and Universal's "Fifty Shades of Grey." The latter film's star, Dakota Johnson, has been having quite the run on Netflix, as Marvel's "Madame Web" recently dominated the charts as well -- but that's another story altogether.
- 6/26/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
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Here’s Where Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, Hitman & Madame Web Lie On Netflix Weekly Global Top 10 List ( Photo Credit – YouTube )
Netflix is one of the most popular streaming networks with vast content. Some fan-favorite films find their home on the Ott platform, while some arrive for a limited time. Netflix releases the top 10 global list weekly, revealing the most watched movies weekly. The latest list for the week of June 17-June 23 sees Madame Web’s return while Hit Man and Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One slip from the top 3 positions.
The Tom Cruise-led Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One was released in the theatres last year and did not have a satisfactory box office result due to the release of Oppenheimer and Barbie around the same time. However, Tom is already filming Mission: Impossible 8, and according to reports, the film’s alleged budget is over $300 million.
Netflix is one of the most popular streaming networks with vast content. Some fan-favorite films find their home on the Ott platform, while some arrive for a limited time. Netflix releases the top 10 global list weekly, revealing the most watched movies weekly. The latest list for the week of June 17-June 23 sees Madame Web’s return while Hit Man and Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One slip from the top 3 positions.
The Tom Cruise-led Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One was released in the theatres last year and did not have a satisfactory box office result due to the release of Oppenheimer and Barbie around the same time. However, Tom is already filming Mission: Impossible 8, and according to reports, the film’s alleged budget is over $300 million.
- 6/26/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
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Madame Web Star Emma Roberts is Open to Do More Comic Book Movie Roles - Main Image
Madame Web star Emma Roberts recently opened up about her potential involvement in more comic book movie projects.
The American Horror Story star notably played Mary Parker in the recent Sony's Spider-Man Universe film. While her character wasn't part of the action, she is still a pivotal part as she gave birth to future web-slinger Peter Parker.
Some of the cast members have weighed in on the film's abysmal reception including Dakota Johnson, who has shot down any possibility of doing another comic book movie anytime soon.
Emma Roberts Expresses Interest in Doing More Comic Book Roles
In a recent interview, Roberts expressed her interest in doing more comic book movie roles in the future after her experience playing Mary Parker in Madame Web.
"I loved getting to just pop in and play Peter Parker's mom,...
Madame Web star Emma Roberts recently opened up about her potential involvement in more comic book movie projects.
The American Horror Story star notably played Mary Parker in the recent Sony's Spider-Man Universe film. While her character wasn't part of the action, she is still a pivotal part as she gave birth to future web-slinger Peter Parker.
Some of the cast members have weighed in on the film's abysmal reception including Dakota Johnson, who has shot down any possibility of doing another comic book movie anytime soon.
Emma Roberts Expresses Interest in Doing More Comic Book Roles
In a recent interview, Roberts expressed her interest in doing more comic book movie roles in the future after her experience playing Mary Parker in Madame Web.
"I loved getting to just pop in and play Peter Parker's mom,...
- 6/25/2024
- EpicStream
Emma Roberts is keen to star in another superhero film after featuring in 'Madame Web'.The 33-year-old actress featured as Mary Parker in the much-criticised 'Spider-Man' spin-off and explained that she would love to return to the genre in a more significant part.In an interview with ComicBook.com, Emma said: "I was a civilian in 'Madame Web'."I loved getting to just pop in and play Peter Parker's mom, and I love the director of that movie (S.J. Clarkson). I had so much fun. I think that playing comic book characters is so fun. I would love to get the chance to play one that gets a little more action, maybe."Emma's character in 'Madame Web' was pregnant with Peter Parker – the boy who would go on to be Spider-Man – and the star felt she was "heroic" even though she wore a pregnant belly...
- 6/25/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
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Madame Web was another critical and commercial Marvel disaster for Sony Pictures, a shame seeing as the studio assembled an impressive cast for "Cassie" Webb's origin story.
Among them was American Horror Story standout Emma Roberts; for some reason, she barely factored into the Madame Web's marketing campaign abd was largely a non-factor in the movie despite playing Mary Parker, the mother of Peter Parker.
She gave birth to the future Spider-Man before the credits rolled - without ever naming him - though it's still not clear whether that was supposed to have any significance to the Spider-Verse's future or meant as a random Easter Egg.
"I loved getting to just pop in and play Peter Parker's mom, and I loved the director of that movie. I had so much fun," Roberts told ComicBook.com in a recent interview. "I think that playing comic book characters is so fun, I...
Among them was American Horror Story standout Emma Roberts; for some reason, she barely factored into the Madame Web's marketing campaign abd was largely a non-factor in the movie despite playing Mary Parker, the mother of Peter Parker.
She gave birth to the future Spider-Man before the credits rolled - without ever naming him - though it's still not clear whether that was supposed to have any significance to the Spider-Verse's future or meant as a random Easter Egg.
"I loved getting to just pop in and play Peter Parker's mom, and I loved the director of that movie. I had so much fun," Roberts told ComicBook.com in a recent interview. "I think that playing comic book characters is so fun, I...
- 6/25/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Climbing on the success ladder with a range of diverse roles across several genres, Dakota Johnson has now begun testing her producing skills with her next film, Daddio. Starring herself alongside Sean Penn, the upcoming drama flick has already generated sufficient interest for its cast involving only the two primary actors and a plot revolving around and taking place mostly within a cab in New York City, setting the stage for an unmatched depth of character development.
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Staying true to her merit of leaving no stone unturned in making her every outing a successful one, the Persuasion actress recently opened up on a straight-up unconventional audition that the team settled for filling in a scene. While productions in the past have gone above and beyond in their quest to land that perfect actor, Johnson’s call was for a faceless persona.
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Staying true to her merit of leaving no stone unturned in making her every outing a successful one, the Persuasion actress recently opened up on a straight-up unconventional audition that the team settled for filling in a scene. While productions in the past have gone above and beyond in their quest to land that perfect actor, Johnson’s call was for a faceless persona.
- 6/23/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
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Thor: Love and Thunder actress Natalie Portman ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Natalie Portman joined the MCU in 2011 with the ‘Thor’ movie. The actress played Jane Foster in the superhero movie, which also starred Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Kat Dennings, Idris Elba, Anthony Hopkins, Stellar Skarsgard, and others. The actress also appeared in the sequel. However, she wasn’t a part of Thor: Ragnarok.
In 2022, Natalie Portman appeared in the fourth Thor movie – Thor: Love and Thunder. She played the female Thor in the Marvel movie and wielded the Mjolnir. So, after appearing in three MCU movies, will Natalie appear in more superhero movies with the franchise? Will we see her in Avengers 5? The actress has something to say.
Natalie Portman On Her Future With MCU
In an interview with Total Film, Natalie Portman was asked if she would return to the franchise. The Black Swan actress answered, “Oh, I have no idea.
Natalie Portman joined the MCU in 2011 with the ‘Thor’ movie. The actress played Jane Foster in the superhero movie, which also starred Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Kat Dennings, Idris Elba, Anthony Hopkins, Stellar Skarsgard, and others. The actress also appeared in the sequel. However, she wasn’t a part of Thor: Ragnarok.
In 2022, Natalie Portman appeared in the fourth Thor movie – Thor: Love and Thunder. She played the female Thor in the Marvel movie and wielded the Mjolnir. So, after appearing in three MCU movies, will Natalie appear in more superhero movies with the franchise? Will we see her in Avengers 5? The actress has something to say.
Natalie Portman On Her Future With MCU
In an interview with Total Film, Natalie Portman was asked if she would return to the franchise. The Black Swan actress answered, “Oh, I have no idea.
- 6/22/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
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Every year, directors from around the world release their work, hoping it will be the next box office hit. Some movies are better than others, but only a few of them reach a global audience. What's worse is that only a small fraction of these movies are even worth seeing.
So, if you weren't impressed by the trailer or title of any of this year's premieres, maybe the Rotten Tomatoes rating is the only factor to go by. Here are 5 of the best movies of 2024 so far that everyone needs to see, and 5 that are so bad they're not worth your time at all.
Worst: The Garfield Movie – 36%
This movie might be a divisive one to put on this list, as the critics' opinions and the audiences' reactions are very different. While critics couldn't find anything remotely interesting and groundbreaking about yet another installment in the Garfield adaptation franchise, audiences...
So, if you weren't impressed by the trailer or title of any of this year's premieres, maybe the Rotten Tomatoes rating is the only factor to go by. Here are 5 of the best movies of 2024 so far that everyone needs to see, and 5 that are so bad they're not worth your time at all.
Worst: The Garfield Movie – 36%
This movie might be a divisive one to put on this list, as the critics' opinions and the audiences' reactions are very different. While critics couldn't find anything remotely interesting and groundbreaking about yet another installment in the Garfield adaptation franchise, audiences...
- 6/21/2024
- by [email protected] (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
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Season three of Bridgerton ruled the streaming charts for a second straight week, holding onto most of its premiere week audience and racking up more than 2 billion minutes of viewing.
A pair of sci-fi films, Jennifer Lopez’s Atlas and Dune: Part Two, also had pretty strong showings in the week of May 20-26, and Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Under the Bridge entered the rankings as they neared the end of their seasons.
Bridgerton had 2.19 billion minutes of viewing for the week, down just 21 percent from 2.76 billion for the previous seven days. The period drama had almost double the viewing time of the second-place show, Grey’s Anatomy (1.1 billion) — which, like Bridgerton, comes from mega-producer Shonda Rhimes’ Shondaland. Kids’ favorite Bluey (1.07 billion minutes) crossed the billion-minute threshold for the 20th time in 21 measured weeks so far this year.
Atlas, which premiered May 24 on Netflix, had 795 million minutes of viewing,...
A pair of sci-fi films, Jennifer Lopez’s Atlas and Dune: Part Two, also had pretty strong showings in the week of May 20-26, and Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Under the Bridge entered the rankings as they neared the end of their seasons.
Bridgerton had 2.19 billion minutes of viewing for the week, down just 21 percent from 2.76 billion for the previous seven days. The period drama had almost double the viewing time of the second-place show, Grey’s Anatomy (1.1 billion) — which, like Bridgerton, comes from mega-producer Shonda Rhimes’ Shondaland. Kids’ favorite Bluey (1.07 billion minutes) crossed the billion-minute threshold for the 20th time in 21 measured weeks so far this year.
Atlas, which premiered May 24 on Netflix, had 795 million minutes of viewing,...
- 6/20/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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“Bridgerton” reigned over Nielsen’s streaming charts for the second week in a row with an impressive 2.19 billion viewing minutes following the release of Season 3 Part 1, according to the company’s latest streaming viewership report.
Viewership for the hit Netflix drama series — whose episode count soared to 20 ahead of the release of Part 2 — boasted over 1 billion viewing minutes more than the No. 2 most-streamed show during the week of May 20. That show was ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” which tallied up 1.103 billion minutes across 430 episodes streaming on Hulu and Netflix.
A week after the May 16 debut of Season 3, viewing for “Bridgerton” slid from the previous week’s 2.76 billion viewing minutes. Notably, despite declining viewership for “Bridgerton,” spin-off prequel series “Queen Charlotte” saw an uptick in viewership during the week, with fans revisiting the show after the Season 3 debut. Viewing for “Queen Charlotte” — which didn’t make it onto Nielsen’s streaming originals list — hit 215 million viewing minutes,...
Viewership for the hit Netflix drama series — whose episode count soared to 20 ahead of the release of Part 2 — boasted over 1 billion viewing minutes more than the No. 2 most-streamed show during the week of May 20. That show was ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” which tallied up 1.103 billion minutes across 430 episodes streaming on Hulu and Netflix.
A week after the May 16 debut of Season 3, viewing for “Bridgerton” slid from the previous week’s 2.76 billion viewing minutes. Notably, despite declining viewership for “Bridgerton,” spin-off prequel series “Queen Charlotte” saw an uptick in viewership during the week, with fans revisiting the show after the Season 3 debut. Viewing for “Queen Charlotte” — which didn’t make it onto Nielsen’s streaming originals list — hit 215 million viewing minutes,...
- 6/20/2024
- by Jose Alejandro Bastidas, Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
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Sony Pictures, following Disney, ranks as the second most active studio in Marvel content development. Prior to 2019, Disney, Fox, and Sony held the reins, but Disney’s acquisition of Fox altered the landscape. Despite Disney and Sony’s deal to integrate Spider-Man into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Sony retains rights to Marvel characters, aiming to forge its own cinematic universe centered on Spider-Man’s villains and anti-heroes.
However, Sony’s efforts to establish this universe largely faltered, marked by only a few successful projects. Most recently, both ‘Morbius’ and ‘Madame Web’ proved to be significant box-office disappointments.
However, recent reports indicate that Sony remains steadfast in its commitment to expanding its cinematic universe and exploring supporting characters from Spider-Man’s world, which could have significant implications for the MCU moving forward.
Vincent D’Onofrio, speaking with Collider, known widely for his portrayal of Kingpin, one of Daredevil’s iconic adversaries, discussed...
However, Sony’s efforts to establish this universe largely faltered, marked by only a few successful projects. Most recently, both ‘Morbius’ and ‘Madame Web’ proved to be significant box-office disappointments.
However, recent reports indicate that Sony remains steadfast in its commitment to expanding its cinematic universe and exploring supporting characters from Spider-Man’s world, which could have significant implications for the MCU moving forward.
Vincent D’Onofrio, speaking with Collider, known widely for his portrayal of Kingpin, one of Daredevil’s iconic adversaries, discussed...
- 6/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
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Sony Pictures is, after Disney, the second most prolific studio when it comes to developing Marvel content. Before 2019, there were Disney, Fox, and Sony, but then Disney purchased Fox, and although Disney and Sony made a deal that brought Spider-Man to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Sony still believes that they can use their rights for Marvel characters to build some cinematic universe featuring villains and anti-heroes associated with Spider-Man.
This attempt at creating their cinematic universe, in large part failed, due to having only a few successful projects with the latest two, ‘Morbius’ and ‘Madame Web’ being absolute flops.
Still, according to recent reports, Sony is not giving up on their cinematic universe or their supporting Spider-Man characters, which will undoubtedly affect the MCU in the future.
Now Vincent D’Onofrio speaking with Collider, who is mostly known to audiences as Kingpin, one of Daredevil’s most famous adversaries, commented how...
This attempt at creating their cinematic universe, in large part failed, due to having only a few successful projects with the latest two, ‘Morbius’ and ‘Madame Web’ being absolute flops.
Still, according to recent reports, Sony is not giving up on their cinematic universe or their supporting Spider-Man characters, which will undoubtedly affect the MCU in the future.
Now Vincent D’Onofrio speaking with Collider, who is mostly known to audiences as Kingpin, one of Daredevil’s most famous adversaries, commented how...
- 6/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
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Sofía Vergara rose to stardom for her role as Gloria Pritchett in Modern Family, but before this fame, she started as a model gracing cover girl calendars. The Colombian star is very grateful to have found her success and she owed it to her physical beauty.
Sofía Vergara in Modern Family / ABC
While Vergara used her body to her advantage, it was a different case for Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney. The actress, who also possesses a voluptuous frame, used to feel insecure about her front.
Sofía Vergara Recalls How Her Body Launched Her Career In Hollywood
In an interview with El Pais, actress Sofía Vergara took a trip down memory lane and shared how she got her footing in Hollywood.
My giant b**bs and my body opened doors for me; they were my passport to the world when I was 20 years old when I started as a model, but today I’m 51 years old,...
Sofía Vergara in Modern Family / ABC
While Vergara used her body to her advantage, it was a different case for Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney. The actress, who also possesses a voluptuous frame, used to feel insecure about her front.
Sofía Vergara Recalls How Her Body Launched Her Career In Hollywood
In an interview with El Pais, actress Sofía Vergara took a trip down memory lane and shared how she got her footing in Hollywood.
My giant b**bs and my body opened doors for me; they were my passport to the world when I was 20 years old when I started as a model, but today I’m 51 years old,...
- 6/18/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
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Fresh off her turn in Marvel‘s maligned “Madame Web,” Dakota Johnson is returning to indies with Christy Hall’s feature directorial debut “Daddio.” Sean Penn co-stars as a lone-wolf taxi driver and old-guard New Yorker who picks up Johnson’s character, Girlie, from JFK. On the journey back to Brooklyn, they share a heart-to-heart about life, love, sex, relationships, and more.
For Johnson, working with Hall was no different from working with more established filmmakers. “Well, it’s different every time. It depends on the person,” Johnson told IndieWire. “Sometimes you would never guess that it was somebody’s first feature, and sometimes it can be really challenging.” Production took place in just 16 days and primarily on a soundstage. Not only does Johnson star, but she also serves as a producer, alongside her TeaTime Pictures co-founder Ro Donnelly.
“This is, it’s just such a gem of a project.
For Johnson, working with Hall was no different from working with more established filmmakers. “Well, it’s different every time. It depends on the person,” Johnson told IndieWire. “Sometimes you would never guess that it was somebody’s first feature, and sometimes it can be really challenging.” Production took place in just 16 days and primarily on a soundstage. Not only does Johnson star, but she also serves as a producer, alongside her TeaTime Pictures co-founder Ro Donnelly.
“This is, it’s just such a gem of a project.
- 6/18/2024
- by Vincent Perella
- Indiewire
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Over the weekend, we brought you the news that Venom: The Last Dance may have plans for Knull, God of the Symbiotes. Sony Pictures arguably hasn't done enough to build to his debut, though the Venom franchise and "logic" have never exactly gone hand-in-hand.
Today, we have a counter rumour from scooper @MyTimeToShineH. Apparently, Knull isn't in the Venom threequel and is instead the studio's "ultimate villain for the spinoff-verse so they're keeping him for a crossover event."
With Tom Hardy strongly hinting that his time as Eddie Brock is over, how likely this is remains to be seen. Not helping matters is the fact Morbius flopped after setting the stage for a team-up between the Living Vampire, The Vulture, and other villains in a widely ridiculed post-credits scene.
Madame Web, meanwhile, was standalone and it's too soon to say what will become of Kraven the Hunter.
Still, building to...
Today, we have a counter rumour from scooper @MyTimeToShineH. Apparently, Knull isn't in the Venom threequel and is instead the studio's "ultimate villain for the spinoff-verse so they're keeping him for a crossover event."
With Tom Hardy strongly hinting that his time as Eddie Brock is over, how likely this is remains to be seen. Not helping matters is the fact Morbius flopped after setting the stage for a team-up between the Living Vampire, The Vulture, and other villains in a widely ridiculed post-credits scene.
Madame Web, meanwhile, was standalone and it's too soon to say what will become of Kraven the Hunter.
Still, building to...
- 6/17/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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While there are directors with strong opinions on comic book films, often targeting the face of it all, Marvel Studios, there is no shortage of impressive actors who have starred in these superhero films. You have actors like Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo, Josh Brolin, Michael B. Jordan, Scarlett Johansson and more who have proven their abilities in more dramatic fares. There are even some older iconic actors that have dabbled in the genre, like Robert Redford, Michael Douglas, Anthony Hopkins, Kevin Costner and Michelle Pfeiffer. And let’s not forget names like Marlon Brando and Jack Nicholson starring in the ones that legitimized the genre.
Russell Crowe is also someone who lent his talents to multiple superhero films. He was Jor-El in Man of Steel, Zeus in Thor: Love and Thunder and he will be seen in the upcoming Spider-Man Sonyverse film Kraven The Hunter as Kraven’s bad dad.
Russell Crowe is also someone who lent his talents to multiple superhero films. He was Jor-El in Man of Steel, Zeus in Thor: Love and Thunder and he will be seen in the upcoming Spider-Man Sonyverse film Kraven The Hunter as Kraven’s bad dad.
- 6/16/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
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