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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Did Tom Hanks Lash Out At Paparazzi At The Phoenician Scheme Premiere?
Last Updated: Tom Hanks and Bryan Cranston portray basketball-loving brothers in the film. Tom Hanks gave the photographers more than just good angles at the New York City premiere of his film The Phoenician Scheme. The premiere was held at Jazz at Lincoln Centre on Wednesday, May 28. While posing for photos, Hanks found himself the subject of some light teasing from photographers who joked that the official studio photographer was taking too long. According to Page Six, the 68-year-old actor smiled and gestured towards the rest of the photographers, saying, 'I want to be right where [the other photographers are]," making it clear he was ready to move down the line. The moment got even funnier when he turned towards one cameraman and jokingly shouted, 'Shut the f*** up!" The comment made all the photographers burst out laughing. Hanks wasn't the only one having fun. Bryan Cranston, who plays his brother in the film, also joined in. When someone pointed out that his tie was a little crooked, the Breaking Bad star responded with: 'My tie is askew!" He even thanked the photographer, saying, 'Thanks for letting me know my tie was askew." Cranston kept the humour going, saying, 'I'm going to come out with a line of ties called Askew!" Both actors took time to pose for group photos with director Wes Anderson and the rest of the cast. That included Benicio del Toro, who plays fictional tycoon Zsa-zsa Korda, Mia Threapleton, Scarlett Johansson, Hope Davis, Michael Cera and Stephen Park. Cranston also shared a fun memory from the set of Wes Anderson's film. 'I think it was when Tom and I, playing brothers, were absolutely marveling at what Benicio del Toro was asked to do. Massive amounts of very tricky dialogue," he told People. Cranston added with a laugh, 'Tom and I are going, 'My God, I'm so glad I don't have that role.' We were saying to [del Toro], 'What can we do for you? What can we bring you? Can I massage your feet?'" The Phoenician Scheme follows wealthy industrialist Zsa-zsa Korda as he launches a strange new business with his daughter Liesl (played by Threapleton) and her tutor Bjørn (Michael Cera). Along the way, they encounter assassins, revolutionaries and more eccentric characters, including the basketball-loving brothers Leland and Reagan, played by Hanks and Cranston. The Phoenician Scheme hits theatres on May 30. First Published:
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bryan Cranston takes early lead in Best Comedy Guest Actor odds over his fellow A-listers on ‘The Studio'
The Studio is overflowing with A-list guest stars, most of whom play versions of themselves, but it's someone who isn't doing that who's out in front for Emmy gold. Bryan Cranston is in first place in Gold Derby's early Best Comedy Guest Actor odds. The six-time Emmy winner plays Continental CEO Griffin Mill and is one of The Studio's few guest stars to portray fictional characters. After appearing in the pilot, Griffin returns with a vengeance in the final two episodes of the first season, taking so many shrooms that he goes MIA and puts the studio's CinemaCon presentation in jeopardy. More from GoldDerby 'Gypsy' and 'Just in Time' producer Tom Kirdahy on serving a 'social and cultural need' through creative work TV Visual Effects supervisor roundtable: 'Black Mirror,' 'The Boys,' 'The Wheel of Time' 'The Wheel of Time' VFX supervisor Andy Scrase: 'I always think of visual effects as the magic of filmmaking' If he prevails, this would be Cranston's fifth Emmy for acting — he has four Best Drama Actor trophies for Breaking Bad and two for producing the two-time Best Drama Series champ — putting him one step closer to the all-time acting record of eight wins, held by Cloris Leachman and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. SEE The Studio's acting Emmy submissions revealed — including guest stars Martin Scorsese, Sarah Polley, and Bryan Cranston Cranston will have to fend off the defending champ, The Bear's Jon Bernthal, who is in second place and is seeking his third straight nomination in the category. Though it won 11 Emmys for Season 2, The Bear has been on a downward swing of momentum since losing Best Comedy Series to Hacks, but Bernthal ought to be safe for a nom. He's aiming to be just the second person to win the category in back-to-back years after Jay Thomas (Murphy Brown) did it in 1990 and '91. In third place is someone many had penciled in for the win after The Studio's pilot: Martin Scorsese. The icon plays himself in the episode, pitching a Jonestown film to Matt (Seth Rogen) only for it to be killed later. A three-time Emmy winner, Scorsese has (unsurprisingly) never been nominated for acting before, but could playing himself actually hurt him for the win? The same question applies to Ron Howard, who also plays himself on The Studio and is in fourth place. No one who has played themselves has won this category before. The most recent one to be nominated was Morgan Freeman in 2021 for The Kominsky Method. Rounding out the top six are two former nominees in the category, Christopher McDonald, who returns in the Season 4 finale of Hacks, and Martin Short for Saturday Night Live. But there's another SNL host who might be under-predicted: Dave Chappelle, who's in ninth place behind past nominee Will Poulter (The Bear) and Giancarlo Esposito (Poker Face). The controversial comedian, who won his third straight Best Comedy Album Grammy earlier this year, is a five-time Emmy winner, with two of those wins coming in this category for SNL, in 2017 and 2021. SNL has won the category a record seven times since it was allowed to compete there in 2009. The sketch series hasn't triumphed since Chappelle's second victory, and Chappelle was snubbed two years ago for his third SNL hosting stint. Was that just a blip or have voters moved on? If he cracks the lineup, don't be surprised if he prevails, especially if The Studio's high-profile guests vote-split and The Bear really is on the outs. Best of GoldDerby 'Étoile' creators on writing a show for 'genius' Luke Kirby How 'The Handmaid's Tale' series finale sets up 'The Testaments' TV Visual Effects supervisor roundtable: 'Black Mirror,' 'The Boys,' 'The Wheel of Time' Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘There's no skimming a Wes Anderson script': ‘The Phoenician Scheme' cast on working with the director
According to , the idea for his latest film, The Phoenician Scheme, began with the main character, Zsa-zsa Korda, played by Benicio del Toro. 'I had an idea of a tycoon, a euro tycoon but in the course of time it started mixing with my father-in-law, my wife's father, who was an engineer and a businessman. A kind, warm person, but very intimidating,' Anderson shared during a press conference for the Focus Features film on Wednesday. The film includes a star-studded ensemble including Bryan Cranston, Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, and Mia Threapleton and explores themes of faith, personal transformation, and complex family relationships. Del Toro, who previously worked with the Oscar-winning filmmaker on The French Dispatch, embraced the complexities of his role. 'It's layered, it's full of contradictions, which makes it really yummy for an actor,' he said. More from GoldDerby 'Gypsy' and 'Just in Time' producer Tom Kirdahy on serving a 'social and cultural need' through creative work TV Visual Effects supervisor roundtable: 'Black Mirror,' 'The Boys,' 'The Wheel of Time' 'The Wheel of Time' VFX supervisor Andy Scrase: 'I always think of visual effects as the magic of filmmaking' The emotional core of the story is the relationship between del Toro's character and his daughter, played by Threapleton. The actress — whose profile has been steadily rising with acclaimed performances in A Little Chaos and Shadows and who is the daughter of Kate Winslet — immersed herself deeply in the part. 'I had three months from the time of finding out to when I landed in Berlin,' she said. 'I talked to a deacon of the Catholic church, went to Rome ... read the Bible, chatted with Wes about portions of the Bible. I read the script five times in my first week,' she added, driven by what she called 'overwhelming excitedness' and a desire to absorb every detail. That level of detail is a hallmark of Anderson's screenplays, something the entire cast acknowledges. 'There is no skimming in a Wes Anderson script,' says Cranston, who reunites with the director after narrating Isle of Dogs. 'If you miss one little bit, it's not going to track.' Cranston and Hanks arrived in Berlin together for filming and were quick to recognize the magnitude of del Toro's role. 'Basically, most of the conversation Tom and I had on set was, 'Oh my God, what can we do for him?'' Cranston recalled. Del Toro himself admitted that the dialogue-heavy nature of the script presented a challenge — but one he ultimately trusted. 'I went up to Wes and said, maybe we can take this dialogue out,' he said. 'And then I went back to it and it wasn't as good. ... I had to go up to him and go, I think you need to put it back.' Despite the film's structured aesthetic and meticulous scripting, the cast described the filming process as unexpectedly liberating. 'Because Wes is so clear and clearly having so much fun doing this, you kind of just don't think about the plan,' Threapleton explained. 'You're just in the moment. You're actually in that world.' That immersive atmosphere even extended to the costumes. During early fittings, Threapleton improvised a crucial part of her character's look. 'There was a napkin from lunch that was not stained with anything,' she said. 'I quickly pinned this thing to my head and Wes came over ... did that little adjustment thing he does and apparently that's what happened with the veil.' The film also features Michael Cera and Willem Dafoe, along with Johansson, who continues her long-running collaboration with Anderson. The director noted that casting often unfolds organically during the writing process. 'The part for Scarlett, we did think, OK, if Scarlett will do this … then we had her in mind for that,' Anderson said. 'Many of the roles, we sort of cast them as we go. I tend to send the email people and say, this could be maybe October—try to kind of get on the books.' The The Phoenician Scheme hits theaters May 30 and expands wide on June 6. Best of GoldDerby Marilyn Monroe movies: 15 greatest films ranked worst to best Clint Eastwood movies: 20 greatest films ranked worst to best Morgan Freeman movies: 15 greatest films ranked worst to best Click here to read the full article.
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Bryan Cranston in talks for Professor X role in Marvel's mutant saga
Marvel Studios is reportedly interested in casting Bryan Cranston as Professor Charles Xavier in its upcoming X-Men reboot, sources reveal. The potential casting is part of Marvel's broader plan to relaunch the mutant saga within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), set to unfold after the events of 'Avengers: Secret Wars.' Although no official offer has been made, insiders indicate that Marvel has approached Cranston for the iconic role of Professor X. Cranston, known for his dynamic acting range, has previously expressed interest in joining the MCU as a complex antagonist. He has specifically mentioned a desire to portray Mister Sinister, emphasizing his preference for characters that have not yet appeared in live-action adaptations to avoid direct comparisons. The forthcoming MCU film 'Avengers: Doomsday,' scheduled for December 18, 2026, is expected to feature returning original X-Men cast members, including Patrick Stewart reprising his role as Professor X and Ian McKellen as Magneto. This ensemble cast will unite with the Avengers to battle the villain Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr. While Cranston's involvement remains unofficial, Marvel's casting decisions for the X-Men reboot are anticipated soon after the release of 'Avengers: Doomsday.' Fans of the franchise eagerly await official announcements as Marvel Studios continues to build its mutant universe within the MCU. This potential casting marks a significant step in Marvel's strategy to integrate the X-Men characters into the MCU, setting the stage for new storylines and epic collaborations in upcoming films.
The Courier
4 days ago
- The Courier
Wednesday court round-up — Flipping the bird and stealing from a sex worker
A Fife oil and gas worker lost his temper after another driver gave him the middle finger during an overtake on the A92. , 41, got out of his car in front of the other vehicle near West Kirkcaldy Roundabout and walked aggressively towards it before the motorist drove off. Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court heard, according to Moffat, 'one or two' others have 'flipped him the bird' since he bought a Range Rover-type vehicle. Moffat, of Kirkcaldy, was pleading guilty to an amended charge of committing a breach of the peace on October 3 last year. He had originally faced an allegation of dangerous driving. Prosecutor Brogan Moffat told the court it was around 1pm when the other male driver saw Moffat travelling in the outside lane. The accused moved his vehicle into the inside lane in front of the other car and stopped in the middle of the carriageway, left the vehicle and walked towards the other car vehicle in an aggressive manner, the fiscal said. The other driver then reversed and drove off. Defence lawyer David Cranston said Moffat had been in Dunfermline shopping and was returning home on the A92 when he overtook the other car. Mr Cranston said: 'As he passed the vehicle, the driver flicked him the middle finger and gesticulated in a way internationally acknowledged to be offensive. 'Mr Moffat was somewhat taken aback by that and pulled into the slow lane and the car passed him'. The lawyer said Moffat travelled behind the other vehicle and was 'fizzing and upset' about what happened, eventually stopping in front with the 'intention of remonstrating'. The lawyer said Moffat told him 'one or two other people have flipped him the bird' since he bought the vehicle. Mr Cranston said Moffat has worked in the oil and gas industry since he left school and is in the middle of a four-year contract working in Iraq. Sheriff Steven Borthwick fined Moffat £200, reduced from £300 due to his early guilty plea. A volunteer at a major international scouting event has been placed on the sex offenders register for repeated attacks on a fellow adult supervisor. laughed in his victim's face after groping her at a pub during the 2024 Blair Atholl Jamborette, then turned up at her tent uninvited and started stroking her leg. A Glenrothes man left his four-year-old victim bruised after biting him to teach him a lesson. appeared at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court to be sentenced after admitting the assault in November 2024. Prosecutor Catherine Stevenson explained a member of staff at the boy's school was made aware of the attack and resulting thigh injury. 'He's disclosed to her that he has ben bitten by the accused and had a bruise as a result,' Ms Stevenson said. The disclosure was reported to social work and Blair, 32, was interviewed. Ms Stevenson said: 'During the inquiry, a phone call was made to the accused. 'During this call, the accused admitted that he was responsible but didn't mean to harm him as much as he did.' The accused went on to say the boy had bitten his little brother and he 'wanted to teach him a lesson and let him know what it felt like.' His solicitor Martin McGuire said: 'It's quite an unfortunate incident and Mr Blair regrets it.' Sheriff Mark Allan placed Blair under supervision for six months and ordered him to complete 100 hours of unpaid work in that time. A 60-year-old man convicted of a 'sustained' attack on his ex-wife's partner with a knuckle duster in Dundee has been sentenced. also bit the man on the head during the vicious assault. A Fife man who stole hundreds of pounds from a sex worker has been told to do 180 hours of unpaid work and pay his victim £500 in compensation. , 20, had been boozing at a friend's house in Methil and paid for an Uber to bring the escort to the address. After sexual contact took place, McNeil became 'unhappy' and took money – estimated to be around £500 or £600 – from the woman's handbag before she left in a 'distressed state'. Dunfermline Sheriff Court heard previously the woman's phone was damaged during the incident and she needed a replacement. She went to the home of a neighbour unknown to her and police were contacted. McNeil, of Castle Crescent, Kennoway, earlier pled guilty to removing a handbag from the woman and stealing money from her at an address in Methil on November 6 2023. It had previously been alleged McNeil assaulted the woman, including brandishing an axe at her but prosecutors accepted the deletions in the charge. Speaking in mitigation this week, defence lawyer David McLaughlin said his client described having feelings of shame and disgust about the incident. Mr McLaughlin pointed out McNeil was 18 at the time and had lost his job and partner. Sentencing, Sheriff Susan Duff said: 'You are right to feel ashamed of your behaviour. 'This was a very frightening experience for a vulnerable young woman whose phone was damaged, leaving her having to run to the home of a stranger for help. 'She was extremely distressed by your conduct'. A man who paid £20,000 to come illegally to Britain became a key player in a £6.5 million cannabis farm brazenly located on busy Kirkcaldy High Street. ,24, was arrested after police caught him at a former branch of WH Smith in Kirkcaldy in 2022.
