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Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Disney has done the impossible, and made Snow White an even bigger bomb
Hi-ho, it's back to the cinema for Disney's flop live-action Snow White. Having originally crashed and burned in March, the movie misfired all over again after the House of Mouse re-released it in the US last week. Talk about putting the 'grim' in Grimm Fairy Tale. Disney's apparent calculation was that that the advent of summer blockbuster season could give this dead-on-arrival feature a new lease of life. You can sort of appreciate the logic: after all, May saw the ailing Marvel Cinematic Universe return from purgatory when Thunderbolts proved a surprise hit. Where a caped crusader can go, surely Snow White and her terrifying CGI dwarf friends could follow? Who, moreover, wouldn't want to hear Gal Gadot ham her way through the dreadful All Is Fair one last time? A sort of evil twin of Frozen's Let It Go, the tune has acquired a cult fanbase on social media, where people are intoxicated by its sheer, 'how did this get made?' awfulness. Sadly for Disney, such logic did not long survive contact with reality. Incredibly, the second coming of Snow White was an even bigger disaster than the original run. Unleashed on unsuspecting 1,000 cinemas across the US, the Rachel Zegler v Gal Gadot calamity brought in a pitiful $252 per screen. To date, the remake has cost Disney an estimated $115 million – much of the cost eaten up for by the bizarre decision to have Zegler act opposite CGI dwarfs straight from the Uncanny Valley. The studio will no doubt claw back some of that cash when Snow White is released to video streaming this month. But if the film is about to be made available at home, why put it back in cinemas? It's the most illogical re-release since Sony tried to capitalise on the mockery directed at its dire Jared Leto superhero bust Morbius by putting it back in cinemas in June 2022 – when it did almost as badly as Snow White, bringing in $289 'per theatre'. Hollywood could never be accused of clear-eyed thinking. In the case of Snow White, common sense dictated that the beloved animated classic should have been left well alone to begin with. In the case of Morbius, it has been asserted that Sony knew the film would crash hard second time around – but hoped the ensuing headlines would generate publicity for future superhero projects, including its more successful Tom Hardy Venom series. 'Putting Morbius back into theatres, knowing full well it would play in mostly empty auditoriums, is a way to keep the character in the news cycle,' claimed Forbes. The other theory is that Hollywood's obsession with re-releasing old films has led to the mistaken idea that somewhere out there were people who wanted to sit through Snow White on the big screen a second time. Without question, re-releases have been a good news story in the industry. As Snow White flopped all over again, the 20-year-old Star Wars movie Revenge of the Sith blitzed its way to a $25 million (re)opening weekend. Not bad for the concluding chapter of George Lucas's much-mocked prequels trilogy – a series so bad that its star, Natalie Portman, worried it had ruined her career. Two decades on, Lucas's Sith show was embraced as a lost classic. 'There is a hunger out there for big-screen Star Wars content,' Shawn Robbins, director of movie analytics at Fandango, explains to Business Insider. 'It's definitely not gone away.' The revenge of Revenge of the Sith is part of a wider trend of cashing in on internet fandom for older films. An Imax re-release of Christopher Nolan's touchy feelie black hole epic Interstellar sold out almost its entire run in the US last year. Similarly, a restored version of the creepy animated classic Coraline outperformed expectations on both sides of the Atlantic in 2024 – notwithstanding a breaking scandal concerning the personal life of the original novel's author, Neil Gaiman. 'Moviegoers want to see films outside of their home,' exhibitor relations analyst Jeff Bock told Variety. 'That is the future bloodline of the industry.' The success of the Coraline re-release was about more than grassroots nostalgia. Laika, the stop motion animation studio that made the film in 2010, had noted the emergence of an online following for the film – with its biggest fans typically too young to have seen the movie in cinemas 14 years ago. 'We began to gather around the idea that there was a demand, particularly from fans who may have discovered it on home media,' Laika marketing officer David Burke told Variety. Laika took the lead by creating TikTok content around the movie – further fuelling nostalgia for the film by 'fostering [an] intentionally cultivated sense of community.' In the case of Revenge of the Sith and Coraline, the crucial ingredient is time. For Gen Z fans, the chance to see these films on the big screen was too good to pass up – who knows when they will next have the opportunity? But Snow White only left cinemas in April. It took its leave to the echo of some of the worst reviews this side of Tom Hooper's Cats (a movie all involved are happy to chuck into the void and never discuss again). It isn't unthinkable that Snow White might one day acquire a cult following – terrible films often do. But that process will not happen overnight, In rushing too quickly back into the cinema, Disney merely reminded audiences of the terrible judgement that had led to the cack-handed reboot in the first place. It would take a power-drunk evil queen to conclude otherwise.
Screen Geek
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Screen Geek
One Of The Worst Marvel Movies Ever Now Streaming On Netflix
The Marvel comic book brand has been treated to numerous adaptations over the years. Many of these adaptations have been considered modern classics by today's critics and audiences. However, not all films have been so well-received, and now a title that's considered to be one of the worst Marvel movies ever is now streaming on Netflix. While there are so many great Marvel movies as mentioned, one could easily create a competition to see which title should be called the worst. Quite a few of the films that fans would expect to see would no doubt be the titles released by Sony, or more specifically, some of their recent attempts to build a shared universe with flops that include Morbius and Madame Web . One flop is bad enough, but the fact that Marvel fans can recite several under Sony is definitely something else. Now the most recent of these flops is currently available to stream on Netflix. For subscribers that might want to give the Marvel film a chance to see if it really is the worst or simply have something to criticize, they can now do so with their Netflix subscription. The film, titled Kraven the Hunter , was first released on December 13, 2024. In less than a year, however, and as quickly as it's initial release – the Spider-Man spin-off was almost immediately slammed by viewers. It received three nominations at the 45th Golden Raspberry Awards, and it only made $62 million worldwide on a $110-130 million production budget. The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the titular Spider-Man villain, though in a case similar to their other spin-off films, the movie doesn't feature any direct reference to Spider-Man . This makes for a complicated viewing and one that isn't particularly faithful to the comics. This makes it easy to see how things went downhill – though there are many other problems with Kraven the Hunter that don't make it surprising to see how hard it failed. On the bright side, it could mean that Sony will be more careful when creating such spin-offs and adaptations based on the Spider-Man brand. Stay tuned to ScreenGeek for any additional news regarding the newest titles available to stream on platforms including Netflix, with Kraven the Hunter now available for viewing.
Hindustan Times
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Met Gala's wildest moments: 10 most unforgettable and bizarre celebrity looks of all time
Met Gala 2025 is almost here, and we seriously can't wait to see what jaw-dropping looks hit the red carpet this time. Set to take place on Tuesday, May 5, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, fashion's biggest night has always served up unforgettable moments. Over the years, some celebs have totally turned heads with daring, out-of-the-box outfits, while others left us wondering what were they thinking? So, ahead of this year's spectacle, let's rewind and check out some of the most bizarre and bold fashion moments in Met Gala history. (Also read: Priyanka Chopra turns NYC into her runway ahead of Met Gala 2025 in stylish brown silk co-ord set worth ₹70K. See pics ) A post shared by Just Jared (@justjared) Jared Leto always knows how to make a statement at the Met Gala, and 2023 was no different. Embracing the theme 'In honour of Karl,' the Morbius star turned heads by showing up dressed as Karl Lagerfeld's iconic pet cat, Choupette, truly taking the tribute to a whole new level. A post shared by Getty Images Entertainment (@gettyentertainment) Jared Leto wasn't alone in channelling Choupette at the 2023 Met Gala. Doja Cat also embraced the feline theme for her debut appearance, donning realistic cat prosthetics, claw-like nails, and a dazzling diamond headpiece complete with cat ears. And in true Doja fashion, she stayed in character all night, answering red carpet questions with actual meows. A post shared by Just Jared (@justjared) Lil Nas X is known for going all out at the Met Gala, and 2023 was no exception. The rapper turned heads in a daring metallic Dior Men thong, his entire body covered in silver paint and adorned with pearls and crystals. He even added a subtle nod to Karl Lagerfeld's cat, Choupette, with shimmering silver whiskers completing the bold look. A post shared by Kim Kardashian (@kimkardashian) Kim Kardashian embraced full anonymity at the 2021 Met Gala, stepping onto the red carpet in a head-to-toe black Balenciaga haute couture gown. Complete with a matching train and face-covering mask, the look left fans and onlookers doing double-takes, wondering who was behind the mysterious ensemble. A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) Priyanka Chopra Jonas fully embraced the "Camp: Notes on Fashion" theme at the Met Gala, turning heads in a dramatic Dior Haute Couture ensemble. Her look featured a statement crown, a corset with cage detailing, vibrant feathers, and a flowing cape, delivering a bold, theatrical moment on the red carpet. A post shared by Cardi B (@iamcardib) Cardi B stole the spotlight at the 2019 Met Gala in a jaw-dropping custom Thom Browne gown. Drenched in deep red, the dramatic outfit was adorned with 30,000 feathers and took a team of 35 people over 2,000 hours to craft. To top it off, the look featured 44-carat ruby nipples designed by Stefere Jewellery. At the 2019 Met Gala, Katy Perry embraced the "Camp: Notes on Fashion" theme in a dramatic Moschino chandelier outfit designed by Jeremy Scott. Weighing 40 pounds and adorned with working lights, the look was bold, theatrical, and impossible to miss. Perry even joked she wouldn't be sitting down and added to the moment by singing a snippet of Sia's 'Chandelier' on the red carpet. A post shared by National Dress Day (@nationaldressday) Rihanna's Met Gala outfits are always unforgettable, and her 2023 look was no exception. While pregnant, she wowed in a bold Valentino ensemble that made her resemble an enormous rosebush. The outfit featured a massive train, yet somehow still managed to look surprisingly comfy. A post shared by Christopher Paul Horne (@itschristopherhorne) Janelle Monáe definitely brings the "wacky" factor to every red carpet, and the Met Gala 2023 was no different. She rocked a bold Thom Browne black-and-white coat that was already making a statement, but the real surprise came halfway up the stairs when she removed the coat to reveal a sheer pannier dress and bikini underneath. A post shared by Getty Images Entertainment (@gettyentertainment) Frank Ocean's Met Gala moment was impossible to forget, thanks to him bringing a green robot baby as his plus-one, seemingly to promote his luxury brand, Homer. The baby was eerily lifelike, with its head and arms moving, giving it an uncanny valley vibe that was both mesmerising and a bit unsettling. The fact that it left everyone staring? Definitely part of the plan.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tron invades reality in Jared Leto film trailer
The new trailer for the latest Tron film, fronted by Jared Leto, sees the game programme appear to invade the real world in the first look. Tron: Ares, which sees the return of original Tron cast member Jeff Bridges, is helmed by Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil director Joachim Ronning. The original Disney story followed video game developer Kevin Flynn (Bridges), who is inadvertently zapped into a brutal digital universe where he is forced to compete in gladiatorial game in a computer programme called the Grid. The teaser, released on Friday, opens with a voiceover of police officers tracing a suspect across an American cityscape, before the red light cycles of Tron cars come in to frame. They slice a police car in half, and later terrified bystanders look up at the sky, as The X Files and Sex Education star Gillian Anderson looks anxiously out of a window while wearing a grey suit. Text also appears on screen promising that 'worlds will collide', when the film is released in cinemas on October 10. Oscar winner Leto, 53, known for Dallas Buyers Club, Morbius and Suicide Squad – along with fronting the band Thirty Seconds to Mars, then shows up as a person being generated into the real world by technology. The trailer ends with explosions in the sky, and Greta Lee, who featured in the Oscar-nominated movie Past Lives, looking up. Last year at Disney's fan convention D23, Leto revealed that he plays 'Ares, master control of the Dillinger Grid, a programme who's looking for a way to make the real world his own permanently'. Also in the cast is American Horror Story actor Evan Peters. Peters plays Julian Dillinger, who shares a last name with the villain of the first Tron film, while Lee said she is 'playing a human character' in the film, named Eve Kim. 'She's a brilliant programmer whose greatest work provides a path for Ares to come into her own world,' Lee said. US rock band Nine Inch Nails are scoring the film. Oscar winner Bridges previously reprised the role in 2010 in the sequel Tron: Legacy, which featured American actress Olivia Wilde, and Welsh actor Michael Sheen.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tron invades reality in Jared Leto film trailer
The new trailer for the latest Tron film, fronted by Jared Leto, sees the game programme appear to invade the real world in the first look. Tron: Ares, which sees the return of original Tron cast member Jeff Bridges, is helmed by Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil director Joachim Ronning. The original Disney story followed video game developer Kevin Flynn (Bridges), who is inadvertently zapped into a brutal digital universe where he is forced to compete in gladiatorial game in a computer programme called the Grid. The teaser, released on Friday, opens with a voiceover of police officers tracing a suspect across an American cityscape, before the red light cycles of Tron cars come in to frame. They slice a police car in half, and later terrified bystanders look up at the sky, as The X Files and Sex Education star Gillian Anderson looks anxiously out of a window while wearing a grey suit. Text also appears on screen promising that 'worlds will collide', when the film is released in cinemas on October 10. Oscar winner Leto, 53, known for Dallas Buyers Club, Morbius and Suicide Squad – along with fronting the band Thirty Seconds to Mars, then shows up as a person being generated into the real world by technology. The trailer ends with explosions in the sky, and Greta Lee, who featured in the Oscar-nominated movie Past Lives, looking up. Last year at Disney's fan convention D23, Leto revealed that he plays 'Ares, master control of the Dillinger Grid, a programme who's looking for a way to make the real world his own permanently'. Also in the cast is American Horror Story actor Evan Peters. Peters plays Julian Dillinger, who shares a last name with the villain of the first Tron film, while Lee said she is 'playing a human character' in the film, named Eve Kim. 'She's a brilliant programmer whose greatest work provides a path for Ares to come into her own world,' Lee said. US rock band Nine Inch Nails are scoring the film. Oscar winner Bridges previously reprised the role in 2010 in the sequel Tron: Legacy, which featured American actress Olivia Wilde, and Welsh actor Michael Sheen.
