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Express Tribune
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Life of Chuck' explores essence of life and love
Before finishing the science-fiction drama film The Life of Chuck, English actor Tom Hiddleston and American director Mike Flanagan had a conversation about life, death and existence. "I think (the conversation) went far deeper than just about any conversation I can recall having with an actor," Flanagan told Reuters during an interview in Los Angeles. For both Hiddleston and Flanagan, the core of the film, based on author Stephen King's 2020 novella of the same name, is understanding the essence of being alive. "I loved the wisdom in the story," Hiddleston said. "This idea of holding onto the people you love and the people who matter, because you never know when it'll all end, and to have the courage to live as fully as you can with what you have," he added. The film produced by Intrepid Pictures, FilmNation Entertainment, and WME Independent arrives in theatres on Friday. The story follows Charles "Chuck" Krantz, whose life story is told chronologically backwards, depicting the influence he has on the world and also how the world influences him. The film explores existentialism, death and loss, and the apocalypse, fitting the thematic elements that both King and Flanagan are known for. The cast includes Hiddleston as Chuck Krantz, Mark Hamill as Chuck's grandpa Albie Krantz, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan as ex-spouses Marty Anderson and Felicia Gordon. Beyond the supernatural themes, Hamill believes the messages of The Life of Chuck delve into current real-world divisions. "I really think it's the perfect timing for this movie, because we are so divided as a nation, and we are dealing with just one outrage after another," he said. "It's almost frightening to open up your computer every day and see what's happened now. And so, I think this movie couldn't arrive at a better time. It's almost therapeutic," he added. Reuters
Mint
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Life of Chuck movie chases the meaning of life, loss and love
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Before finishing the science-fiction drama film "The Life of Chuck," English actor Tom Hiddleston and American director Mike Flanagan had a conversation about life, death and existence. 'I think (the conversation) went far deeper than just about any conversation I can recall having with an actor,' Flanagan told Reuters during an interview in Los Angeles. For both Hiddleston and Flanagan, the core of the movie, based on author Stephen King's 2020 novella of the same name, is understanding the essence of being alive. 'I loved the wisdom in the story,' Hiddleston said. 'This idea of holding onto the people you love and the people who matter, because you never know when it'll all end, and to have the courage to live as fully as you can with what you have,' he added. The film produced by Intrepid Pictures, FilmNation Entertainment, and WME Independent arrives in theaters on Friday. The story follows Charles "Chuck" Krantz, whose life story is told chronologically backwards, depicting the influence he has on the world and also how the world influences him. The movie explores existentialism, death and loss, and the apocalypse, fitting the thematic elements that both King and Flanagan are known for. The cast includes Hiddleston as Chuck Krantz, Mark Hamill as Chuck's grandpa Albie Krantz, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan as ex-spouses Marty Anderson and Felicia Gordon. Beyond the supernatural themes, Hamill believes the messages of 'The Life of Chuck' delve into current real-world divisions. 'I really think it's the perfect timing for this movie, because we are so divided as a nation, and we are dealing with just one outrage after another,' he said. 'It's almost frightening to open up your computer every day and see what's happened now. And so, I think this movie couldn't arrive at a better time. It's almost therapeutic,' he added. Similarly for Hiddleston, it was imperative that the movie offer something joyful despite the moments of loss throughout the story. This included a big dance scene from Hiddleston. The "Hush" director said that the dance scene was the first thing they filmed for the movie and made him realize that the 'explosion of joy' was the 'heart of the story,' that would hold everything together. (Reporting by Danielle Broadway and Jane Ross; Editing by Mary Milliken and David Gregorio)
Reuters
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Reuters
'Life of Chuck' movie chases the meaning of life, loss and love
LOS ANGELES, June 4 (Reuters) - Before finishing the science-fiction drama film "The Life of Chuck," English actor Tom Hiddleston and American director Mike Flanagan had a conversation about life, death and existence. 'I think (the conversation) went far deeper than just about any conversation I can recall having with an actor,' Flanagan told Reuters during an interview in Los Angeles. For both Hiddleston and Flanagan, the core of the movie, based on author Stephen King's 2020 novella of the same name, is understanding the essence of being alive. 'I loved the wisdom in the story,' Hiddleston said. 'This idea of holding onto the people you love and the people who matter, because you never know when it'll all end, and to have the courage to live as fully as you can with what you have,' he added. The film produced by Intrepid Pictures, FilmNation Entertainment, and WME Independent arrives in theaters on Friday. The story follows Charles "Chuck" Krantz, whose life story is told chronologically backwards, depicting the influence he has on the world and also how the world influences him. The movie explores existentialism, death and loss, and the apocalypse, fitting the thematic elements that both King and Flanagan are known for. The cast includes Hiddleston as Chuck Krantz, Mark Hamill as Chuck's grandpa Albie Krantz, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan as ex-spouses Marty Anderson and Felicia Gordon. Beyond the supernatural themes, Hamill believes the messages of 'The Life of Chuck' delve into current real-world divisions. 'I really think it's the perfect timing for this movie, because we are so divided as a nation, and we are dealing with just one outrage after another,' he said. 'It's almost frightening to open up your computer every day and see what's happened now. And so, I think this movie couldn't arrive at a better time. It's almost therapeutic,' he added. Similarly for Hiddleston, it was imperative that the movie offer something joyful despite the moments of loss throughout the story. This included a big dance scene from Hiddleston. The "Hush" director said that the dance scene was the first thing they filmed for the movie and made him realize that the 'explosion of joy' was the 'heart of the story,' that would hold everything together.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'Life of Chuck' movie chases the meaning of life, loss and love
LOS ANGELES - Before finishing the science-fiction drama film "The Life of Chuck," English actor Tom Hiddleston and American director Mike Flanagan had a conversation about life, death and existence. 'I think went far deeper than just about any conversation I can recall having with an actor,' Flanagan told Reuters during an interview in Los Angeles. For both Hiddleston and Flanagan, the core of the movie, based on author Stephen King's 2020 novella of the same name, is understanding the essence of being alive. 'I loved the wisdom in the story,' Hiddleston said. 'This idea of holding onto the people you love and the people who matter, because you never know when it'll all end, and to have the courage to live as fully as you can with what you have,' he added. The film produced by Intrepid Pictures, FilmNation Entertainment, and WME Independent arrives in theaters on Friday. The story follows Charles "Chuck" Krantz, whose life story is told chronologically backwards, depicting the influence he has on the world and also how the world influences him. The movie explores existentialism, death and loss, and the apocalypse, fitting the thematic elements that both King and Flanagan are known for. The cast includes Hiddleston as Chuck Krantz, Mark Hamill as Chuck's grandpa Albie Krantz, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan as ex-spouses Marty Anderson and Felicia Gordon. Beyond the supernatural themes, Hamill believes the messages of 'The Life of Chuck' delve into current real-world divisions. 'I really think it's the perfect timing for this movie, because we are so divided as a nation, and we are dealing with just one outrage after another,' he said. 'It's almost frightening to open up your computer every day and see what's happened now. And so, I think this movie couldn't arrive at a better time. It's almost therapeutic,' he added. Similarly for Hiddleston, it was imperative that the movie offer something joyful despite the moments of loss throughout the story. This included a big dance scene from Hiddleston. The "Hush" director said that the dance scene was the first thing they filmed for the movie and made him realize that the 'explosion of joy' was the 'heart of the story,' that would hold everything together.
Geek Tyrant
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Mike Flanagan's CARRIE Series Casts Samantha Sloyan as Margaret White and Reveals Full Main Ensemble — GeekTyrant
Mike Flanagan's Carrie series at Amazon is officially taking shape, and the casting news just hit like a bucket of blood. Ten series regulars have been announced for the new adaptation of Stephen King's debut novel, including The Fall of the House of Usher standout Samantha Sloyan, who's stepping into the terrifying shoes of Margaret White, Carrie's ultra-religious and deeply disturbed mother. Fans of Flanagan's work will immediately recognize this as a fitting match. Sloyan has become one of the filmmaker's go-to collaborators, having appeared in The Haunting of Hill House , Midnight Mass , The Midnight Club , and even his 2016 film Hush . Sloyan joins previously announced leads Summer H. Howell ( Clouds, The Midnight Club ) as Carrie White and Siena Agudong ( F9, No Good Nick ) as Sue Snell. As for the other familiar name? Scream starMatthew Lillard will take on the role of Principal Grayle. The rest of the cast includes Alison Thornton ( Girlfriend's Guide to Divorce, School Spirits ) as Chris Hargensen, Thalia Dudek ( The Running Man, The Undertow ) as Emaline, Amber Midthunder ( Prey, Legion ) as Miss Desjardin, Josie Totah ( Saved by the Bell, The Buccaneers ) as Tina, Arthur Conti ( Beetlejuice Beetlejuice ) as Billy, and Joel Oulette ( Sullivan's Crossing, Trickster ) as Tommy. The show, which received an official eight-episode order from Amazon back in April 2025, is being described as a 'bold and timely reimagining' of King's classic horror tale. The story follows Carrie White (Howell), a sheltered teenager raised in isolation by her overbearing mother (Sloyan). When her father dies suddenly, Carrie is forced to enter public high school, where she's swept into a scandal that exposes the town's darkest tendencies and awakens something telekinetic inside her. Production is scheduled to begin soon in Vancouver. Flanagan will serve as showrunner, writer, executive producer, and is set to direct multiple episodes. Longtime producing partner Trevor Macy will also executive produce under their Intrepid Pictures banner. The show is backed by Amazon MGM Studios. Source: Variety
