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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chazz Palminteri & Robert Davi To Star Alongside Their Sons In Crime Thriller ‘Bad News on the Doorstep'
EXCLUSIVE: Chazz Palminteri (A Bronx Tale) and Robert Davi (License to Kill) have signed on to star in the upcoming mafia crime thriller Bad News on the Doorstep. Their sons, Dante Palminteri (Rocky's) and Nick Davi (Paper Empire) will play the lead roles in the pic. Principal photography recently wrapped in Rhode Island. Produced by Verdi Productions (Bleed for This) and directed by Tom DeNucci (Vault), Bad News at the Doorstep is described as a poignant coming-of-age narrative chronicling the lives of Frank and Gino, two Italian-American high-school football prodigies amidst the gritty backdrop of late 1950s New Jersey. Beyond the gridiron, they confront a myriad of trials, from the complexities of post-football existence to the allure of delving into the underworld of organized crime. As they traverse this tumultuous landscape, they glean invaluable insights and grapple with profound life lessons, shaping their destinies in unexpected ways. More from Deadline Robert De Niro, Chazz Palminteri Take The Stage At 'A Bronx Tale' 30th Reunion - Tribeca Festival 'Gemini Lounge': Lucy Hale, Ashley Greene Among New Additions To Crime Thriller From 'Rush Hour' Producer Arthur Sarkissian Chazz Palminteri, Vincent Pastore & Tony Darrow Board 'Gravesend' Season 2 Chazz Palminteri and Robert Davi have been cast as the mafia kingpins 'Sneaks' and 'Two Tones'. Dante Palminteri and Nick Davi will be playing 'Frank' and 'Gino', best friends who must choose whether to pursue college football or join Two Tones in the alluring gangster lifestyle. Chad A. Verdi (The Irishman) is producing, along with Michelle Verdi, Chad Verdi Jr., Paul Luba, and Sera Verdi. Executive Producers are Peter Watzka, Dan Autiello, Joe Cervasio, John T. Callaghan, Anthony Gudas, Peter Baccile, Tom Bernardo, Vito Cucci, Joey Maurillo, and Barry Maurillo. DeNucci and Cervasio penned the screenplay, based on a novel by Cervasio. 'This project has been in development with Chazz and Dante for over a year, who were both immediately attracted to Joe's semi-autobiographical story and Tom's screenplay,' Chad A. Verdi, President of Verdi Productions, said in a statement. 'Once set in motion, we soon brought on Robert and his son Nick to round out the lead cast. It's been an exhilarating experience watching different generations of talent together on screen. Being an Italian movie, this project is truly a family affair.' Best of Deadline Every 'The Voice' Winner Since Season 1, Including 9 Team Blake Champions Everything We Know About 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' So Far 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
The Independent
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Amazon says new James Bond is ‘getting started' as ‘exotic new chapter' promised
James Bond 's new owners have confirmed that production for a 'fresh' and 'exotic' new chapter of the 007 spy franchise is already underway. In February, it was announced that Amazon MGM had taken full creative control of the Bond franchise after striking a deal with long-time producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. The duo remain co-owners of the franchise, but the business decision leaves creative control of future James Bond productions in the hands of American-owned Amazon. Appearing at Las Vegas's CinemaCon on Wednesday night (2 April), Amazon studio executives Courtenay Valenti and Sue Kroll said that Bond producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman were already in London 'getting started' on the long-awaited next installment. 'We are committed to honouring the legacy of this iconic character while bringing a fresh, exotic new chapter to audiences around the world alongside Amy [Pascal] and David [Heyman],' said Valenti and Kroll. 'They're both in London getting started and couldn't be here tonight, but we wanted to thank them for what we know to make an incredible partnership.' Since Daniel Craig 's fifth and final turn as Bond in 2021's No Time to Die, speculation has been rife over the fate of the franchise, and who will replace him. Amazon announced last week that Pascal and Heyman will be producing, with the pair saying in a statement: 'James Bond is one of the most iconic characters in the history of cinema. We are humbled to follow in the footsteps of Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson who made so many extraordinary films and honoured and excited to keep the spirit of Bond very much alive as he embarks on his next adventure.' The studio's creative control of Bond has prompted huge speculation and raised concern from fans over potential changes to the beloved franchise. The Sun reported earlier this week that the next film will cast the youngest ever James Bond – and it will be set in the Fifties and Sixties. The publication reports that they are looking to cast an actor in their twenties. Referring to Daniel Craig's 007 death in No Time to Die, an insider told The Sun: 'As sensational as it was, Daniel's exit caused a headache because the death is still fresh in the minds of fans. 'They can't just pretend it didn't happen. So they're now looking at his story as a younger man in a different era.' The hunt for a new Bond to replace Craig has been ongoing since he announced he was stepping down from the role. Possible names include Aaron Taylor-Johnson (34), Harris Dickinson (28) and James Norton (39). Taylor-Johnson, however, has since distanced himself from the claims. When the film arrives, it could beat the record for the longest break between Bond instalments, which currently stands at six years and four months for the wait between 1989's License to Kill and 1995's Goldeneye.
Boston Globe
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
James Bond fans shaken, not stirred, by Amazon ownership of beloved 007
In case you missed it, the British family that scrupulously supervised the film franchise for six-plus decades has, grudgingly, The concern in the UK and elsewhere — aside from the fact that Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos is a Bond villain cliche — is what the world's second largest corporation might do with a remarkably Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Considering the Advertisement What's worrisome to some Bond fans is that Amazon's track record of handling prized IP isn't great. After paying the Tolkien Estate close to It's hardly beloved; one reviewer called it ' Advertisement It's clear that Broccoli, who inherited the franchise from her father, was dubious of Bezos's intentions. A year ago, The notion that Bond now toils for a US company is demoralizing to many in the UK — including one of the actors who used to play the character. Timothy Dalton, who was Bond in 1987's 'The Living Daylights' and 1989's 'License to Kill,' told the 'It is one of the few wonderful stories we've got in film that is British,' Dalton said. 'We can call it our own.' David Hepworth, a music journalist and 'Everybody understands certain things about James Bond,' he says. 'Bond knows the correct way to serve a martini, to win at poker, and how to ask a lady to dance at an embassy ball.' Advertisement It's been four years since the last James Bond movie — 2021's ' Still, Broccoli and Wilson's restraint has had a downside. Oscar-winning British directors Danny Boyle ('Slumdog Millionaire') and Christopher Nolan ('Oppenheimer') both were interested in making a Bond film but were It's anyone's guess who Amazon will pick to play Bond. Broccoli and Wilson took a chance on Craig, who was little known (and blonde and not conventionally handsome), and the bet paid off. Craig starred in five Bond films, two of which — ' 'Sean Connery is James Bond, as far as I'm concerned,' Quantick says of the Scottish actor who was in seven Bond movies between 1962 and 1983. 'He's an Aston Martin; he's martinis and Italian suits; he's sex with women whose names are synonyms for 'vagina'.' Actors Idris Elba and Robert Pattinson are often mentioned as possibilities, and either would be OK. But there are many others. Variety put together Advertisement 'I would fundamentally refuse to have anything to do with it,' says Hepworth. 'It's as simple as that. I would regard it as a reason to never think about James Bond again.' As for a villain, Bezos, the bald, billionaire tech tycoon, certainly fills the bill. Indeed, John Higgs, author of ' 'They've been very good at working out what people are afraid of and having Bond address that problem,' says Higgs. 'The fear in the world now is people like Bezos and Elon Musk.' Amazon would never let that happen, of course, and some wonder if a Bezos-like bad guy would be compelling enough. 'How could Bezos destroy the world when he can't even deliver a parcel?' says Quantick. 'He's too dull. I mean, Goldfinger wouldn't buy a newspaper and Advertisement Mark Shanahan can be reached at
The Independent
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Gladys Knight shares update with fans after cancelling show due to sudden illness
Gladys Knight has shared an update with fans after falling ill shortly before she was due to go onstage. The legendary singer, 80, was scheduled to perform at the Florida Theatre on Saturday (8 March), when she was taken ill. According to a statement from Florida Theatre president Numa Saiselin, the 'Midnight Train to Georgia' star fell ill 'very suddenly' while backstage. She was treated by medical staff before being taken to hospital for further treatment. 'Tonight's performance by Gladys Knight was cancelled due to illness,' the venue's statement said. 'Ms Knight and another member of her staff were taken ill backstage, very suddenly, and at the last minute, which necessitated the sudden cancellation of the show.' The statement added that Grammy winner Knight, who began her career in the late Fifties and has a string of hit songs to her name, was 'smiling and in good spirits' when she left the building. 'We hope to reschedule the show, but it's too early to know about that… we should know more early next week,' representatives said. Posting to Instagram, Knight reassured fans that she was 'already feeling much better' as she revealed she had ' that flu that is going around'. 'I'll see everyone real soon and appreciate the good wishes.' Fans expressed their relief at the update and wished Knight a speedy recovery, calling her a 'national treasure'. 'God bless you Miss Gladys!' another wrote. 'take care of yourself.' Other famous friends, including rapper and producer Jermaine Dupri, and singer and drummer Sheila E, also posted their well-wishes. Knight first rose to fame with her family group, Gladys Knight and the Pips, while also collaborating with artists including Dionne Warwick, Elton John, Stevie Wonder and Patti Labelle. She chose to pursue a solo career in the late Eighties, which included the release of her Bond theme 'License to Kill', for the film of the same name starring Timothy Dalton. Knight at the Pips were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996. She is due to perform on Tuesday (11 March) in Orlando, however, there were no further updates on future performances at the time of writing.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jane Seymour optimistic for James Bond's future under Amazon MGM
Jane Seymour is optimistic about the future of James Bond. The 74-year-old actress - who played Solitaire opposite Roger Moore as 007 in 1973's 'Live and Let Die' - has faith in Amazon MGM's plans for the franchise after the studio took full creative control following the surprise departures of longterm producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson. She told People magazine: 'I hope they're good. I mean, it's an end of an era, isn't it? 'I am sure it'll do really well. I think Bond will keep going. People love Bond. It's a great franchise.' And the veteran actress admitted she'd happily return to the series in the future. Asked about the possibility, she said: 'I've always said I'd be very happy to be a part of it. I'm very proud to have been part of that, but I was like a really early Bond when they actually did the books. Well, maybe. We'll see. 'I mean, I was very young when I did it. I was 20." But Jane played coy when quizzed on her memories of working on 'Live and Let Die'. She quipped: 'I give so many interviews, I give most of my stories away. I've got to keep some from my book.' Timothy Dalton - who played Bond in 'The Living Daylights' and 'License to Kill' - recently admitted he was "surprised and shocked" to hear the news that the longtime producers have resigned and formed a new joint venture with Amazon MGM to house James Bond's intellectual property rights, while remaining co-owners of the franchise. Speaking to he said: "I was very, very surprised and shocked. "Barbara is I think a fabulous woman and a wonderful producer, as was her father Cubby Broccoli, who I got on with very well and liked a lot. He was a very powerful and strong anchor for the project. Nothing went on that he didn't want and it's sad that he's not with us anymore, that's all I can say. "He was well in charge of the show and that's not so anymore." The most recent Bond film, 2021's 'No Time to Die', was Daniel Craig's last outing as the spy and his successor has yet to be announced. The 56-year-old actor commented in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter: 'My respect, admiration and love for Barbara and Michael remain constant and undiminished. 'I wish Michael a long, relaxing (and well-deserved) retirement and whatever ventures Barbara goes on to do, I know they will be spectacular and I hope I can be part of them.' Amazon acquired MGM in 2022, and as well as taking over an extensive catalogue of more than 4,000 films and 17,000 TV shows, they also took the rights to distribute all of the James Bond movies.
