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Gizmodo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Another TV Spinoff of ‘The Batman' Is On the Way
Crystal Lake expands its mysterious cast. Sam Raimi and Danny Elfman are teaming up once more. Gareth Edwards talks the majesty of Jurassic World: Rebirth's dinosaurs. Plus, what's coming on Lazarus. Spoilers now! Brides Deadline reports Olivia Cooke has replaced Maika Monroe as the lead of Brides, Chloe Okuna's upcoming film about the three brides of Dracula at NEON. The story follows 'Sally Bishop (Cooke) and her husband, who travel to a remote Italian villa whose owner, a mysterious count, takes a peculiar interest in Sally.' Superman A pair of tie-in FunkoPop figurines shared by Comic Book seemingly confirm that Ultraman and the golden-armored Hammer of Boravia are the same character. Head over there to have a look. Send Help According to Fangoria, Danny Elfman is attached to score Sam Raimi's return to the horror genre, Send Help. Jurassic World Rebirth Gareth Roberts states 'there's something very primal about dinosaurs, you can't dismiss them' in a new Jurassic World Rebirth featurette. Jimmy and Stiggs A 'down-on-his-luck filmmaker' promises to take down the aliens who abducted him in the trailer for Jimmy and Stiggs, the first feature from Eli Roth's new label, The Horror Section. Crystal Lake According to Deadline, William Catlett has joined the cast of Crystal Lake as a character named Levon Brooks. The Penguin/Matt Reeves' The Batman During a recent interview with Deadline, The Penguin showrunner Lauren LeFranc revealed her team is 'in [the] early stages' of a developing another spinoff series based on Matt Reeves' The Batman. Lazarus Finally, Adult Swim has released a clip from this week's new episode of Lazarus.
Geek Tyrant
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Will Matt Reeves' THE BATMAN: PART II Have a Co-Director? — GeekTyrant
Matt Reeves' The Batman was a bold, brooding noir that reimagined Gotham as a dark and gritty detetective-driven crime thriller. The director did such a great job with the film, and fans have been patiently waiting for the sequel. Reeves has been developing The Batman: Part II for years, and he's also been going through some personal matters, which has slowed the process. While Gunn has confirmed that Reeves is still attached to direct, a new rumor suggests he might not go it alone for the sequel. On The Hot Mic podcast, entertainment scooper Jeff Sneider said: 'I mean, I'd be surprised if he directed the movie alone. If he remains on board as director, why isn't it conceivable that he could have a co-director? Particularly James Gunn. 'I don't know, it could be anybody. I'll tell you who's just hanging out there in the wind: Mr. Sam Raimi.' I love that he just dropped Raimi's name. The man behind Evil Dead and Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man trilogy just 'hanging out in the wind'? That's one way to stir the Bat-pot! I'd personally love to see Raimi direct a Batman movie! But, his style is so different from Reeves' I'm not sure it would the right team up. Let's be clear here, though, there's no confirmation here, but the idea of Reeves potentially bringing on a co-director feels… out of place. His take on the Caped Crusader is focused and particular. Mixing another voice with a different style into the mix, especially one as distinct as Raimi's, could throw off-the balance. The sequel's been in development since it was first announced at CinemaCon back in April 2022. It was once aiming for a 2026 release but is now officially slated for October 1, 2027. According to earlier reports, Reeves 'has been sending pages for more than half a year' and a 'first full draft of the script is expected to be delivered by Memorial Day.' At this point, Warner Bros. hasn't dropped any plot details, but Robert Pattinson will return to take on the role of Bruce Wayne aka Batman. I also imagine we'll see Zoe Kravits back as Catwoman and Colin Farrell as The Penguin. So… could Reeves bring in another filmmaker to help carry the weight? Maybe. Would that compromise the artistic clarity fans loved about the first film? Also maybe. Until we hear something official, though, it's all speculation.
Geek Tyrant
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
EVIL DEAD BURN Cast Comes Together with Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, and Tandi Wright — GeekTyrant
Things are heating up for the next installment in the Evil Dead universe. The cast of Evil Dead Burn is coming together, and it's already looking promising. According to Deadline, Hunter Doohan, best known for playing Tyler in Netflix's Wednesday , has signed on to star. He's joined by Luciane Buchanan ( The Night Agent ) and Tandi Wright ( Pearl ), with all three actors set to bring some fresh blood to the Sam Raimi-produced horror project. They'll join previously announced cast member Souheila Yacoub in the film, which is being directed by Infested filmmaker Sébastien Vaniček. He co-wrote the script with Florent Bernard, continuing the collaborative horror streak they started with their 2023 creature feature. We don't know anything about the story, but Vaniček previously said: 'I told the studio that I wanted to make a nasty film, a film that hurts, from which you come away tested. I'm going to put all the horror I have inside, it will be cathartic, and if I haven't ruined my career and I can continue to make films behind it, I will move on to something other than horror!' He is looking to create a film that hits with force and sticks with audiences. He added: 'I want people to feel physically drained when they leave the theater, like they've been through an emotional and intense journey. The ambition remains the same as with Infested: to create a visceral, sensory experience that punches the audience in the gut.' As a fan, that's exactly what I want to hear when it comes to the bone-snapping, soul-swallowing, blood-drenched legacy. Evil Dead Burn will follow the success of Evil Dead Rise , directed by Lee Cronin, which revived the series in 2023 with a grittier, blood-soaked twist. And with another untitled Evil Dead film also on the way from Francis Galluppi, so the Deadites aren't done with us yet! Since Sam Raimi first unleashed the Necronomicon in 1981, The Evil Dead has evolved from a scrappy cabin-in-the-woods shocker into a multi-generational horror juggernaut. With this new lineup and a director hungry to leave a mark (or maybe a scar), Evil Dead Burn is probably going to be a crazy-ass horror movie.
The National
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Best photos of May 20: Rihanna at Cannes Film Festival to Kashmir's Line of Control
Director: Laxman Utekar Cast: Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna, Diana Penty, Vineet Kumar Singh, Rashmika Mandanna Rating: 1/5 Director: Sam Raimi Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Benedict Wong, Xochitl Gomez, Michael Stuhlbarg and Rachel McAdams Rating: 3/5 4.35pm: Tilal Al Khalediah 5.10pm: Continous 5.45pm: Raging Torrent 6.20pm: West Acre 7pm: Flood Zone 7.40pm: Straight No Chaser 8.15pm: Romantic Warrior 8.50pm: Calandogan 9.30pm: Forever Young Pay varies significantly depending on the school, its rating and the curriculum. Here's a rough guide as of January 2021: - top end schools tend to pay Dh16,000-17,000 a month - plus a monthly housing allowance of up to Dh6,000. These tend to be British curriculum schools rated 'outstanding' or 'very good', followed by American schools - average salary across curriculums and skill levels is about Dh10,000, recruiters say - it is becoming more common for schools to provide accommodation, sometimes in an apartment block with other teachers, rather than hand teachers a cash housing allowance - some strong performing schools have cut back on salaries since the pandemic began, sometimes offering Dh16,000 including the housing allowance, which reflects the slump in rental costs, and sheer demand for jobs - maths and science teachers are most in demand and some schools will pay up to Dh3,000 more than other teachers in recognition of their technical skills - at the other end of the market, teachers in some Indian schools, where fees are lower and competition among applicants is intense, can be paid as low as Dh3,000 per month - in Indian schools, it has also become common for teachers to share residential accommodation, living in a block with colleagues Price, base / as tested: Dh275,250 / Dh328,465 Engine: 2.0-litre four-cylinder Power: 245hp @ 5,500rpm Torque: 370Nm @ 1,300rpm Transmission: Nine-speed automatic Fuel consumption, combined: 7.0L / 100km 1. Japan - Played 3, Won 3, Points 14 2. Ireland - Played 3, Won 2, Lost 1, Points 11 3. Scotland - Played 2, Won 1, Lost 1, Points 5 Remaining fixtures Scotland v Russia – Wednesday, 11.15am Ireland v Samoa – Saturday, 2.45pm Japan v Scotland – Sunday, 2.45pm Starring: Nader Abd Alhay, Majd Eid, Ramzi Maqdisi Directors: Tarzan and Arab Nasser Rating: 4.5/5 Cyber crime - This includes fraud, impersonation, scams and deepfake technology, tactics that are increasingly targeting infrastructure and exploiting human vulnerabilities. Cyber terrorism - Social media platforms are used to spread radical ideologies, misinformation and disinformation, often with the aim of disrupting critical infrastructure such as power grids. Cyber warfare - Shaped by geopolitical tension, hostile actors seek to infiltrate and compromise national infrastructure, using one country's systems as a springboard to launch attacks on others. Engine: 3.4-litre twin-turbo V6 plus supplementary electric motor Power: 464hp at 5,200rpm Torque: 790Nm from 2,000-3,600rpm Transmission: 10-speed auto Fuel consumption: 11.7L/100km On sale: Now Price: From Dh590,000 Global events: Much of the UK's economic woes were blamed on 'increased global uncertainty', which can be interpreted as the economic impact of the Ukraine war and the uncertainty over Donald Trump's tariffs. Growth forecasts: Cut for 2025 from 2 per cent to 1 per cent. The OBR watchdog also estimated inflation will average 3.2 per cent this year Welfare: Universal credit health element cut by 50 per cent and frozen for new claimants, building on cuts to the disability and incapacity bill set out earlier this month Spending cuts: Overall day-to day-spending across government cut by £6.1bn in 2029-30 Tax evasion: Steps to crack down on tax evasion to raise '£6.5bn per year' for the public purse Defence: New high-tech weaponry, upgrading HM Naval Base in Portsmouth Housing: Housebuilding to reach its highest in 40 years, with planning reforms helping generate an extra £3.4bn for public finances Under the UK government's proposals, migrants will have to spend 10 years in the UK before being able to apply for citizenship. Skilled worker visas will require a university degree, and there will be tighter restrictions on recruitment for jobs with skills shortages. But what are described as "high-contributing" individuals such as doctors and nurses could be fast-tracked through the system. Language requirements will be increased for all immigration routes to ensure a higher level of English. Rules will also be laid out for adult dependants, meaning they will have to demonstrate a basic understanding of the language. The plans also call for stricter tests for colleges and universities offering places to foreign students and a reduction in the time graduates can remain in the UK after their studies from two years to 18 months. 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Zakat Engine: 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol engine Power: 420kW Torque: 780Nm Transmission: 8-speed automatic Price: From Dh1,350,000 On sale: Available for preorder now Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes Premier League-standard football pitch 400m Olympic running track NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium 600-seat auditorium Spaces for historical and cultural exploration An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad Specialist robotics and science laboratories AR and VR-enabled learning centres Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills Saturday, November 30, Brighton (h) Wednesday, December 4, Everton (h) Saturday, December 7, Bournemouth (a) Tuesday, December 10, Salzburg (a) CL Saturday, December 14, Watford (h) Tuesday, December 17, Aston Villa (a) League Cup Wednesday, December 18, Club World Cup in Qatar Saturday, December 21, Club World Cup in Qatar Thursday, December 26, Leicester (a) Sunday, December 29, Wolves (h) Updated: May 20, 2025, 8:00 AM
Screen Geek
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Screen Geek
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Rumored To Bring Back Fan-Favorite MCU Character
The long wait for the fourth Spider-Man movie set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is finally paying off. The highly-anticipated follow-up to Spider-Man: No Way Home , now titled Spider-Man: Brand New Day , is on the fast-track for production. Now a rumor suggests that a fan-favorite MCU character will be brought back for the Spider-Man sequel. While there are several characters that have frequently been part of the Spider-Man film saga, we know all too well that plans can change as easily as they come together. As such, fans are never too certain when a character will come back or be dropped out completely. Fortunately, if this rumor is to be believed, one such Marvel character will be retained for the fourth installment. Obviously, given that this is a rumor, it should be taken with a grain of salt. Though it wouldn't exactly be a stretch. According to a new rumor, fans will get to see a familiar face that goes way back to Sam Raimi's original Spider-Man trilogy which starred Tobey Maguire as the titular superhero. Specifically, Daniel Richtman claims that actor J.K. Simmons will be back as J. Jonah Jameson in Spider-Man: Brand New Day . The actor previously portrayed Jameson in all three installments of Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy before being brought back in a surprising role for 2021's Spider-Man: Far From Home . This paved the way for other familiar Raimi characters to appear in Spider-Man: No Way Home . It would certainly be exciting to have Simmons come back as his iconic character for the new Spider-Man film, not only because it provides a nice lineage of history to the Raimi trilogy, but he's always been a fantastic choice for Jameson. It'll also be a nice example of continuity for a film that is expected to have Peter Parker's life change quite a bit including the supporting characters around him. Fans will be able to see Spider-Man: Brand New Day including its returning and new characters when it hits theaters on July 31, 2026. Stay tuned to ScreenGeek for any additional Marvel Cinematic Universe updates as we have them.
