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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal reveal how 'The Accountant 2' action scenes are different from 'Batman' and 'The Punisher'
Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal are set to team up in the upcoming action flick 'The Accountant 2'. The duo, who play the leading men in the upcoming film, got candid about stepping up with guns blazing in this Gavin O'Connor directorial. No stranger to action roles, the two stars have earned quite the fan following for their roles in previous blockbuster franchises like Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and The Punisher. At 'The Accountant 2' global press conference, attended by ETimes, the duo discussed how the sequel focuses on emotionally grounded action rather than mere action spectacle. For Ben, who portrayed Batman in the DC Extended Universe, the physical demands of The Accountant 2 felt distinct due to the personal stakes woven into the narrative. The actor, who returned to the sequel explained, "To me, what makes the action in The Accountant 2 so unique is that it's always rooted in character motivation. It's not about creating a shot that looks cool or building a sequence for visual flair. Everything is driven by what these characters want and why they are fighting in the first place. " The sequel continues the story of Christian Wolff (Affleck), a mathematical savant with lethal combat skills. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Accounting Automation Software Might Help You To Earn More Accounting Automation Software | Search ads Undo Unlike the large-scale action of Batman v Superman, the violence in The Accountant 2 remains gritty and intimate. Affleck noted, "It's always driven by what each character wants and why they're doing this. There's a grounded reason for every action, and Gavin's gift is to take that and make it visually compelling. " Director Gavin O'Connor echoed his sentiments, saying, "We didn't want the action to feel 'stunty' or separate from the characters." "By the third act, it was all about tracking how these brothers—Christian and Brax—are working together, how they're united. The choreography isn't just about the physicality; it's about the emotional connection between them." According to O'Connor, every sequence—no matter how explosive—serves a narrative purpose. "Action is like a dance; it's done in beats," the director explained. "But it only matters if it evokes emotion. Otherwise, it's just disposable violence." Jon Bernthal, who features as Brax, Christian's estranged but loyal brother, described how his character's journey is deeply intertwined with the film's themes of family and redemption. "You can't lie in a fight—you just can't," he remarked and added, "What you want is right there, so if you're going for it, you've got to know why. Gavin has a hunger to really dive into what makes these characters tick. For Brax, the emotional baggage from their childhood and their father's influence is always there. The violence isn't just for show—it's a way to express love and loyalty." Bernthal reflected on the mysterious nature of his character in the first film and how the sequel peels back layers of his relationship with his brother. "The first film left a lot unsaid about Brax. But here, it's about getting each other's backs, and being there for each other. In a strange way, the action scenes show how much these brothers love and need each other," he added. The Accountant 2 is set for its release on Prime Video India, on Thursday, June 5. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ezra Miller Books Next Role After Scandals in Movie from 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' Director
Following multiple controversies and arrests, Ezra Miller has booked another film role The Flash star will star in Lynne Ramsay's upcoming vampire movie, the director said in an interview Miller last worked with Ramsay on 2011's We Need to Talk About KevinEzra Miller has booked another screen role years after making headlines for various scandals. Director Lynne Ramsay said in an interview earlier this month with The Los Angeles Times that The Flash star will play the main character in her next movie. Miller, who identifies as nonbinary and uses they/them pronouns, last worked with Ramsay in the 2011 drama We Need to Talk About Kevin. 'I'm making a vampire movie,' Ramsay, 55, said when asked about making horror films. 'I can't tell you much. It's with Ezra Miller who was in Kevin. He's the main character. That's in development.' Laughing, she added that production on that project is further along than audiences might think: 'You won't wait for 10 years. I don't have 10 years. I've got to do it quicker than that.' Miller, 32, made their Hollywood breakout in 2008's Afterschool and 2012's The Perks of Being a Wallflower before landing the role of Barry Allen in several DC Extended Universe movies, most recently leading 2023's The Flash. That superhero movie's release was overshadowed by controversies surrounding Miller, who in 2022 faced a series of arrests for disorderly conduct and assault charges. In Hawaii, the actor pled no contest to a disorderly conduct charge over incidents at a karaoke bar, and was later arrested and charged with second-degree assault after allegedly throwing a chair. Later in 2022, Miller was accused of grooming two children and of burglarizing a home in Vermont. In August of that year, Miller publicly addressed their troubling behavior in a statement to PEOPLE. "Having recently gone through a time of intense crisis, I now understand that I am suffering complex mental health issues and have begun ongoing treatment," the star said. "I want to apologize to everyone that I have alarmed and upset with my past behavior. I am committed to doing the necessary work to get back to a healthy, safe and productive stage in my life.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. On May 17, Ramsay, whose last feature film was 2017's You Were Never Really Here, premiered Die, My Love at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. An adaptation of Ariana Harwicz's novel of the same name, it stars Jennifer Lawrence, Robert Pattinson and LaKeith Stanfield and counts Martin Scorsese and Lawrence among its producers. Distributor Mubi has not yet announced a release date. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Suicide Squad's Jai Courtney Suggests James Gunn Is Open To Him Returning As Captain Boomerang, And I Have Some DCU Questions
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Jai Courtney is definitely no stranger to the superhero genre, as the actor has two DC films under his belt. He notably played Digger Harkness a.k.a. Captain Boomerang in 2016's Suicide Squad and its standalone sequel, 2021's The Suicide Squad. Harkness met a bloody fate early into the follow-up film, which seemed to mark the end of his story. However, Courtney just gave the impression that filmmaker James Gunn, who now co-runs DC Studios, is open to him reprising the role. And that leaves me with questions. The Suicide Squad begins with Task Force X being sent on a mission to the island nation of Corto Maltese. Unfortunately, the operation doesn't go as planned, and it ends with much of the team being massacred. That includes Captain Boomerang, who's hit with both helicopter parts and splinters before the chopper crushes him. Such a demise seems definite, but Jai Courtney told Variety amid the Cannes Film Festival that Gunn gave him 'hope' regarding a return to the world of DC: I was like, 'Come on, man. Boomerang is cool.' And James is like, 'You know these rules don't really apply. Just because he dies here doesn't mean it's gone forever, right?' And I was like, 'Hell yeah.' So I have hope. Somewhere in the back of my mind, there's a prayer that we'll see more of Boomerang one day. These comments are quite different from the ones that Jai Courtney shared in late 2024. At that time, Courtney didn't seem so bullish about reprising his role as the deranged criminal. Fans may be keen to know, however, that he's willing to return and that James Gunn apparently left the door open for him as well. However, given Digger was one of the many casualties in The Suicide Squad, we really should ponder the possible ways in the which the character could even reappear, and this could be tricky. Since James Gunn took on the role of co-CEO of DC Studios, he's been overseeing development on the first chapter of the DCU continuity. Jai Courtney's version of Harkness technically existed in the DC Extended Universe, so that raises questions as to how the character could even return. I mean, could he be added to a production by way of a flashback that takes place before his gruesome demise? That certainly sounds like a feasible solution. More on Upcoming DC Movies Upcoming DC Movies: What's Next For Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman And More There is however another question to consider: could Boomerang simply be retconned back to life? Canon has been a major topic of discussion since the DCU was confirmed to be in development, and there have been a number of official explanations on that front. For instance, it's been confirmed that 'almost all' of Peacemaker Season 1 is canon within the DCU, despite the show having been born out of the DCEU. With that, the show ignores some previous developments and embraces others. So, given that logic, maybe this new timeline could gloss over Digger's death, allowing him to return to the land of the living. I suppose there's also an easier solution, which would simply be to have the Dangerous Animals star just portray another character entirely for the DCU. After all, Alan Tudyk plays multiple DC roles now, and it's quite impressive how he does it. Despite that though, the Australian star's comments definitely give the impression that he's specifically keen on returning as Harkness. Max: Plans start from $9.99 a monthWith Max, you'll have access to a plethora of DC-related content. To get in on it, pay $9.99 a month for the With Ads plan. Or you can prepay for a whole year and save up to 20%.View Deal All in all, I'd say that there's at least a chance that Jai Courtney will don those weaponized boomerangs again, especially since James Gunn went out of his way to soothe his concerns. Of course, it's hard to say if something concrete will actually come to fruition. In the meantime, stream both Suicide Squad movies using a Max subscription.
Tom's Guide
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
James Gunn reveals chronological timeline of upcoming DC shows and movies — here's what you need to know
"Creature Commandos" has come and gone, "Superman" is right around the corner and "Peacemaker" season 2 is coming not long after that. So it makes sense to start asking questions about when in the DCU timeline these shows and movies all take place. This is especially true when you account for the fact that, while Zach Snyder's "Snyderverse" DC movies (also known as the DC Extended Universe) aren't part of James Gunn's DCU, 2021's "The Suicide Squad" technically exists in the DCU and DCEU, as does the first season of "Peacemaker." Thankfully, Gunn has stepped in to clarify the matter. In response to a question on Threads, a fan asked the DC Studios CEO about the potentially convoluted timeline. "On HBO Max," asked Threads user @torinhl, "will you create a DCU timeline like how Disney+ has one for the MCU so you can watch in chronological order?" Whether or not Gunn will ever do such a thing is still a mystery, as he never answered the question's main query. But he did reveal that, lucky for us, the DCU's potentially convoluted timeline isn't actually convoluted at all. "As of now it's basically as the movies and shows come out," Gunn responded. "Although of course some of these feature flashbacks — 'Creature Commandos,' 'Superman,' 'Peacemaker,' 'Lanterns,' 'Supergirl.' So there you have it! If you want to watch the DCU shows and movies in chronological order, you can just watch them by release date order. They're currently the same, and according to Gunn's comments, will remain that way until at least the release of "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow" in theaters on June 26, 2026. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In case you need a refresher, here's the current chronological timeline of DC shows and movies, based on Gunn's comments: Malcolm has been with Tom's Guide since 2022, and has been covering the latest in streaming shows and movies since 2023. He's not one to shy away from a hot take, including that "John Wick" is one of the four greatest films ever made. Here's what he's been watching lately:
Economic Times
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Superman trailer release: David Corenswet's outing as DC superhero draws mixed reactions
AP James Gunn is gearing for another superhero-themed summer blockbuster with his upcoming movie, Superman. The new trailer for the David Corenswet-starrer was released on Wednesday, May 14, giving fans a glimpse into Gunn's new DC Universe. The Superman trailer promises to take DC Comics' iconic Superman and create a gripping storyline around the character. The movie also marks the first entry into a cinematic franchise that is separate from the previous DC Extended Universe, where Henry Cavill played Superman. The trailer begins with Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) interviewing Clark Kent/Superman (David Corenswet) about his actions. The twist comes when it is revealed that people are angry with Superman for stopping a war. The trailer proceeds to show an argument between Lane and Superman, with him defending his actions to illegally enter a country, without permission from the US government, to stop a Lois Lane tells him to consider what the consequences of his actions could lead to, Superman shouts at her, visibly frustrated. The trailer also shows a civilian helping Superman get up when he falls down. The Superman trailer proceeds to show glimpses of the superhero's pet dog, Krypto fighting off enemies in the Fortress of Solitude. There's also a poignant moment between Clark Kent and his father as well. 'Your choices, your actions, that's what makes you who you are,' Pa Kent says. Nicholas Hoult exudes menace as the antagonist Lex Luthor. The movie promises an epic showdown between him and Superman. The trailer drew mixed reactions. Some were impressed by Corenswet's acting. 'How he changed his voice from Clark Kent to Superman during the interview.... that's awesome…' a comment read.'The more I see of this movie, the more I get excited for it. I was sad to see Gunn leave Marvel, but I'm happy to see the amazing things he's doing with DC,' another remarked.''I wasn't representing anyone but Me and doing good' is the most Superman thing to say,' a comment read.'I love that 90's comic book nostalgic feel of Superman himself laying down in a bed in a room that's like that of a teenage superhero fans room. James Gunn & his team have the entire aesthetics to this movie on point,' a user everyone was wowed by the film. One fan noted, ' 'There's something about this new superman that just doesn't sit right with me. It's way too colorful. It almost looks like a cartoon tbh… There's no seriousness to it. Bring dc's classic darker shade movies.''I don't know how they're going to fit this many characters into one movie and I'm a bit worried about it. But the way this Superman is portrayed... his heart is in the right place, and it gives me so much hope,' another movie is set to release on July 11. A sneak peek of Superman was shown at the CinemaCon 2025 in April. The clip shows an injured Superman being dragged away by Krypto to the Fortress of Solitude. Superman also stars Nathan Fillion, Anthony Carrigan, Edi Gathegi, Skyler Gisondo, Isabela Merced, Sara Sampaio, Wendell Pierce, María Gabriela de Faría, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Neva Howell and Alan Tudyk. Disclaimer Statement: This content is authored by a 3rd party. The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). ET does not guarantee, vouch for or endorse any of its contents nor is responsible for them in any manner whatsoever. Please take all steps necessary to ascertain that any information and content provided is correct, updated, and verified. ET hereby disclaims any and all warranties, express or implied, relating to the report and any content therein.
