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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dexter: Resurrection Trailer Highlights Return of Michael C. Hall
Showtime has released the first trailer, highlighting the return of Michael C. Hall as the iconic character and his next adventures. The new trailer sees Hall's Dexter heading off to New York City, weeks after the ending of Dexter: New Blood. The trailer also shows off some of the new actors set to appear in the series, including Uma Thurman, Peter Dinklage, Krysten Ritter, Neil Patrick Harris, Eric Stonestreet, David Dastmalchian, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Kadia Saraf, Dominic Fumusa, and Emilia Suárez. Check out the Dexter: Resurrection trailer below (watch other trailers): 'The new series is a continuation of Dexter: New Blood, which takes place weeks after Dexter Morgan (Hall) takes a bullet to the chest from his own son, as he awakens from a coma to find Harrison gone without a trace,' reads the official logline. 'Realizing the weight of what he put his son through, Dexter sets out for New York City, determined to find him and make things right. But closure won't come easy. When Miami Metro's Angel Batista arrives with questions, Dexter realizes his past is catching up to him fast. As father and son navigate their own darkness in the city that never sleeps, they soon find themselves deeper than they ever imagined—and that the only way out is together.' Dexter: Resurrection is scheduled to start streaming on July 11, 2025, exclusively on Paramount+ with Showtime. The crime drama is executive produced by showrunner Clyde Phillips, with Marcos Siega directing and producing. Also returning to the franchise are David Zayas as Detective Angel Batista, James Remar as Dexter's father Harry Morgan, Jack Alcott as Dexter's son Harrison Morgan, John Lithgow as Arthur Mitchell/Trinity Killer, and Jimmy Smits as Miguel Prado. In addition to leading the cast, Hall is also serving as an executive producer along with Scott Reynolds (Jessica Jones), Tony Hernandez (Emily in Paris) and Lilly Burns (Russian Doll). It is a production of Showtime Studios and Counterpart Studios. The original series ran on-air for eight seasons from 2006-2013. Besides Hall, the show also starred Jennifer Carpenter and John Lithgow. During its original run, it earned multiple Golden Globe and Emmy nominations, as well as a Peabody Award, with Hall taking home a Golden Globe in 2010 for his leading performance. The post Dexter: Resurrection Trailer Highlights Return of Michael C. Hall appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
Metro
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Remake of cult 80s horror with 92% on Rotten Tomatoes gets extreme rating
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A gruesome horror film thought to be 'unreleasable' is finally coming to UK cinemas, and it has an extreme rating. The Toxic Avenger, a reboot of the 1984 film of the same name, initially premiered at Fantastic Fest in 2023 before having screenings at Beyond Fest and Sitges. It boasts a star-studded cast including Game Of Thrones star Peter Dinklage and Lord Of The Rings icon Elijah Wood alongside Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige, Kevin Bacon, Sarah Niles, Julia Davis, and Julian Kostov. But it has lain dormant for several years after being dubbed 'unreleasable' due to its gory conent, until it was resurrected by Cineverse for US audiences and Signature Entertainment here in the UK. The Toxic Avenger will be released in UK cinemas on August 29, but fans have been warned of its 'ultraviolent' content including 'mutant nudity.' Bloody Disgusting reports that the film will be released entirely uncut and unrated in cinemas, with a warning for: 'ultra violent/toxic content, p**s play, mutant nudity, hilarious harm and gnarly theater fun.' The warning also jokingly stresses that anyone under the age of 18 should not 'even try to get in' to cinemas to see the film. The Toxic Avenger follows janitor Winston Gooze (Dinklage), who, after a freak accident, transforms into the mutant vigilante Toxie. With his mop in hand, he battled everything from corrupt CEOs to hardened criminals while also trying to salvage his complicated relationship with his son. It is the fifth installment in the franchise originally created by Lloyd Kaufman and based on the Marvel comics of the same name. Unlike your average Marvel film, however, The Toxic Avenger was branded 'absurdly gory' and 'extremely silly' by those lucky enough to see it. After a period of silence, in 2024 it was announced the film would not be released due to difficulties securing a distributor, being described as 'unreleasable' with creatives behind the film attributing this to its graphic violence and gore. Film producer Adam Masnyk took to X at the time to say The Toxic Avenger was 'not safe enough to market', and that it could well become lost media. But that will no longer be the case, with Cineverse sharing in January that they had acquired distribution rights for the films with plans to release it theatrically later this year. Speaking about the news in a statement, director Macon Blair said: 'I'm beyond grateful to the team behind The Toxic Avenger who were so supportive and steady-handed as we searched for the perfect distribution partner for our film. 'It's so cool that folks will have the chance to see this in theatres, it's a fun, rowdy movie you wanna see with a crowd. Mutant hero smashes bad guys with a mop: perfect entertainment for the whole family! 'Our goal was always to preserve the heart and spirit of the original Toxie (which was seared into my brain at a very young age) and try to make something that Troma fans would dig and, at the same time, do something with the character that feels fresh. 'Lloyd and Michael at Troma have been a blast to work with; absolutely everyone at Legendary are stars, and I can't wait to start working with the champs at Cinverse to bring this version of Toxie to fans new and old.' Cineverse chairman and SEO Chris McGurk added: 'The Toxic Avenger isn't just a great film; it's an important one. 'Peter Dinklage's transformative performance and Macon Blair's fearless direction deliver a story that speaks to the anxieties of our time with outrageous humour and unflinching creativity. 'This is the kind of movie that major studios are averse to releasing because it dares to push boundaries, but Cineverse is rooted in championing bold, uncompromising storytelling. 'We believe audiences are ready – and eager – for films like this to take centre stage.' Cineverse acquired all US and Canadian theatrical, home entertainment, and streaming rights. Signature Entertainment, meanwhile, acquired UK rights to The Toxic Avenger, with acquisitions and development manager Katie Wilkinson-Javes announcing in a statement: 'The Toxic Avenger is a perfect example of the type of super entertaining commercial genre movie that we're always looking for at Signature. 'Macon Blair's fresh take on the cult anti-hero radiates pure cinema madness and we can't wait to introduce UK and Irish audiences to Peter Dinklage's Toxic Avenger later this year.' The Toxic Avenger currently sits at a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many critics praising its practical effects and Dinklage's performance as Toxie. In their review, The Daily Dead wrote: 'An energetic and entertaining reboot that nonetheless struggles to prove the independent, lead-with-bad-taste worlds of Lloyd Kaufman and mainstream studio moviemaking are compatible.' More Trending The Mary Sue said: 'The Toxic Avenger is exactly as advertised. It does what it says on the tin. It's comically violent, absurdly gory, and extremely silly. But it's also a timely 'eat the rich' story infused with an earnest working-class perspective.' AwardsWatch agreed, adding: 'Utter absurdity. Bonkers. Ridiculous…it's a delight to say that this reimagining of Kaufman's iconic mop-wielding toxic avenger tale is entertaining and shockingly heartfelt.' Collider wrote: 'A bonkers & bloody delight. Macon Blair's Toxic Avenger is a hugely enjoyable & rowdy escape that also feels like a celebration of movie magic, especially the wild things one can create with ingenuity, practical effects & a lot of passion for the genre.' The Toxic Avenger will be released in UK cinemas on August 29 . Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Games Inbox: Are you getting a Nintendo Switch 2 next week? MORE: Netflix horror sequel soars to number 1 after viewers stay up to watch MORE: EA to lay off up to 400 employees after Black Panther game cancelled says source
Geek Tyrant
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY Set Photos May Have Just Teased the Arrival of the X-Men's Sentinels — GeekTyrant
Marvel may be keeping plot details under tight wraps for Avengers: Doomsday , but leaked set photos on the internet have a way of cracking secrets wide open, especially when giant robot feet are involved. New photos from the upcoming Avengers film have fans thinking they may have spotted a major mutant-related threat lurking in the rubble. An X user recently posted a series of images and videos from one of the film's outdoor sets, and one thing immediately stood out: a massive downed robot. Most of it was draped in blue covering, likely to hide design details, but some exposed pieces including a giant foot and a mauve-colored chestplate were visible enough to spark speculation. And it didn't take long for Marvel scoopers to jump in. Notably, @MyTimeToShineH reposted the photos with the caption: 'A Sentinel on the Avengers Doomsday set!' The word Sentinel is all it took to send Marvel movie fans spiraling into theory mode. In the comics, Sentinels are towering, weaponized robots designed to hunt and destroy mutants. They're some of the most iconic and enduring villains in the X-Men universe, having first appeared in X-Men #14 back in 1965. While we've seen versions of them before, most notably in X-Men: Days of Future Past , where Peter Dinklage's Bolivar Trask helped bring them to life, those designs leaned heavily into futuristic, shapeshifting tech. What fans are seeing in these Doomsday photos, however, looks a lot more like the classic comic book versions. Granted, nothing has been confirmed. Marvel Studios hasn't said a word about Sentinels being in the movie, let alone how the X-Men will be integrated into the mainline MCU. But, with the X-Men being involved, it wouldn't be surprisng to see Sentinals show up. Avegners: Doomsday will be released in theaters on May 1, 2026.
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Five controversies that rocked Disney's 'Snow White' remake before its release
Disney's live-action remake of its 1937 animated classic "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" endured a rocky production period in the lead-up to its theatrical premiere this weekend. Since it began production in 2022, the film has made headlines for multiple controversies, including a year-long delay, a debate over whether its depictions of title characters are politically correct, and an outspoken lead actress who prompted backlash with her public derision of the original Disney film and Trump-voting Americans. Here are five major controversies that plagued Disney's live-action "Snow White" before its release on Friday, when it opened to middling reviews – one New York Times critic said, "its mediocrity is among its biggest bummers." Children Deserve Better Than Cartoonish Culture War More than three years prior to the film's release, one A-list actor with dwarfism prompted Walt Disney Studios to commit to reworking its depiction of the classic "seven dwarfs" character. "Game of Thrones" actor Peter Dinklage called out the studio for even considering taking a stab at portraying magical dwarfs in the modern era. Read On The Fox News App Speaking on comedian Marc Maron's podcast in 2022, Dinklage stated, "You're progressive in one way, but then you're still making that f-----g backwards story about seven dwarfs living in a cave together. What the f--- are you doing, man?" Following Dinklage's complaint, Disney announced that it would take a "different approach" in its depiction of the seven dwarfs. A statement put out by the studio in January 2022 said, "To avoid reinforcing stereotypes from the original animated film, we are taking a different approach with these seven characters and have been consulting with members of the dwarfism community." Disney would ultimately use CGI dwarfs to portray Snow White's seven friends in the final product. 'Snow White' Reboot Star, Who Knocked 1937 Film, Is 'Thankful' For Critics: 'Makes Me Feel Like Teflon' Lead actress Rachel Zegler has courted social media backlash on a variety of occasions since the start of the film's production, first taking heat for her comments deriding the themes of the classic 1937 version of "Snow White." During Disney's D23 expo in 2022, the actress told the media, "I mean, you know, the original cartoon came out in 1937 and very evidently so. There's a big focus on her love story with a guy who literally stalks her. Weird! Weird. So we didn't do that this time." Since then, Zegler has dismissed her online critics, suggesting that their response is an over-the-top reaction to her "outspokenness" and being "fearless" with her opinions. Relatedly, the 2025 film does not feature Snow White singing dreamily about her true love, but she does belt out lyrics about becoming the leader she knows she can be. And while there is not a prince featured in the live action release, her male love interest does save her life on two separate occasions. Following Disney's controversy over its dwarf depiction, as well as backlash over Zegler deriding the original, the studio announced in late 2023 it would be delaying the release date for "Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs" by a full year. The film was originally set to release in March 2024. In light of the film's rocky production up until that point, Disney's critics on social media speculated that the studio needed a year's delay to sanitize the film's supposed progressive themes and to change the final look of the dwarfs after their alleged diverse depiction was mocked online. Industry outlet "The Hollywood Reporter" provided an alternative theory, suggesting the delay happened due to the SAG-AFTRA strike happening that year. It noted, "Get ready for the dominoes to start falling in earnest as studios race to rearrange their 2024 theatrical release calendars amid the ongoing actors' strike." Parents To Disney: We're Breaking Up – It's Not Us, It's You In addition to causing controversy with her opinions on the old "Snow White" and how it should be updated for the modern era, Zegler stepped into more backlash by sharing her thoughts on the Middle East while promoting her new film. In an August 2024 X post touting the official trailer for "Snow White," the actress wrote, "And always remember, free Palestine." Some wondered if the political message was a subtle dig at film co-star Gal Gadot, who has defended her home country of Israel's military response to the Hamas terrorist attack on Oct. 7, 2023. Zegler generated even more anger when, in her frustration over the results of the 2024 presidential election, she lashed out at people who voted for Donald Trump. "May Trump supporters and Trump voters and Trump himself never know peace," the progressive actress posted to Instagram after Trump's victory, adding, "F--- Donald Trump." After being met with swift pushback, Zegler apologized. "I would like to sincerely apologize for the election post I shared on my Instagram last week. I let my emotions get the best of me. Hatred and anger have caused us to move further and further away from peace and understanding, and I am sorry I contributed to the negative discourse," she wrote in a subsequent post. Peter Dinklage Criticizes 'Snow White' Remake's Push For Diversity: 'It Makes No Sense To Me' In a move that prompted onlookers to wonder if Disney was tacitly admitting concerns over how its film would be received, the studio scaled back the Hollywood premiere event for "Snow White" last weekend. Variety reported last week that Disney would be scaling down the film's red carpet premiere on March 15, making it a smaller event than Disney's typical big-budget premieres. The smaller red carpet event would reportedly not be attended by media outlets that usually attend premieres to speak to the film's cast and crew. Though film stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot were set to attend a pre-party and screening at L.A.'s El Capitan Theatre on March 15, Variety reported that media coverage would only include photographers and a house crew. Responding to the reports, actor Martin Klebba, who voices the character of "Grumpy" the dwarf, expressed disappointment about the scaled-down premiere. "I'm not disappointed in Disney. I'm disappointed in the world," he said. "We've come to this place in society where people work really hard on this movie, where Marc [Webb], the director, is probably four years into putting this together, [along with] the producers and Disney, and just because a couple of people have views that not everybody feels the same way, now we're having to alter the fun part of making a movie, which is premieres." Conservative film critic Christian Toto, host of The Hollywood in Toto Podcast, summed up the controversy-plagued development of the Disney film, telling Fox News Digital that it's a "perfect storm of media mismanagement." The journalist, who runs his own website, "Hollywood In Toto," added that due to the numerous controversies, "the film's box office hopes have been blunted dramatically." Toto said it's not all doom and gloom in terms of "Snow White's" box office earnings. "It may still make some cash," he said, adding, "The Disney brand remains vital in some quarters, and children's movies often linger in theaters for weeks. That allows appreciative parents to snag a few hours to themselves." "Disney stepped on more than a few rakes along the way, though, hurting its overall box office potential," he concluded. Fox News Digital reached out to Disney for article source: Five controversies that rocked Disney's 'Snow White' remake before its release
