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BBC News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
What do we know about the Magic Faraway Tree movie?
A brand new adaptation of a famous children's series is coming to screens later this year, according to the film's Magic Faraway Tree was written by Malory Towers author Enid follows the story of a group of children who, forced to move to the countryside, find an enchanted forest and a magical world at the top of a is being adapted for screen by former Horrible Histories actor and Wonka screenplay writer Simon what we know so far. Who has been cast in The Magic Faraway Tree adaptation? The film features some famous faces, including former Spider-man actor Andrew Garfield as dad Foy - best known for starring as Queen Elizabeth II in the biographical TV series The Crown - plays mum Bennett-Cardy, Billie Gadsdon and Phoenix Laroche star as their children Beth, Joe and part of their adventures in the enchanted forest, Beth, Joe and Fran meet a host of colourful characters including Silky the pixie (Nicola Coughlan), Moonface (Nonso Anozie) and Dame Washalot (Jessica Gunning). The film's director, Ben Gregor, says that the children in the film will go through a journey from hating to loving life in the an interview with online news site Deadline, Ben said The Magic Faraway Tree is due to come out late in been in development with company Neal Street productions since 2014, according to BBC News."As a child I was captivated by The Faraway Tree books, and the magical worlds created by Enid Blyton," the film's producer Pippa Harris said in 2014."To be able to adapt these books for the big screen and introduce them to a new audience is a great honour."
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Andrew Garfield boards Luca Guadagnino's upcoming feature 'Artificial'
Actor Andrew Garfield has officially signed on for Luca Guadagnino's upcoming feature 'Artificial' at Amazon MGM. The actor joins 'Anora' breakout and recent Oscar nominee Yura Borisov in the feature, which is described as a "comedic drama set in the world of artificial intelligence." Actor Andrew Garfield has officially signed on for Luca Guadagnino 's upcoming feature 'Artificial' at Amazon MGM, reported Variety. Garfield joins 'Anora' breakout and recent Oscar nominee Yura Borisov in the feature, which is described as a "comedic drama set in the world of artificial intelligence," reported Variety. Simon Rich wrote the script and will produce alongside Heyday Films' David Heyman and Jeffrey Clifford, as well as Jennifer Fox. According to Variety, 'Artificial' reunites Garfield, Guadagnino and Amazon MGM Studios. Guadagnino recently directed 'After the Hunt,' starring Julia Roberts, Garfield and Ayo Edebiri , which will be released in theatres on October 10. Early reports claimed that, alongside Garfield and Borisov, Monica Barbaro was also circling a lead role in "Artificial," and asserted that the film centred around AI company OpenAI and the period in 2023 where its CEO, Sam Altman, was fired and rehired in just a few days, reported Variety. According to the outlet, 'Artificial' comes at a busy period for Garfield. Alongside 'After the Hunt,' he's also starring in Enid Blyton adaptation and family franchise hopeful 'The Magic Faraway Tree' alongside Claire Foy , Jessica Gunning and Nicola Coughlan for Studiocanal, and was recently cast in Paul Greengrass' Focus Features thriller 'The Rage' about the Peasants' Revolt in 14th century England. Among Garfield's other credits are 'We Live in Time,' 'Tick, Tick ... Boom!' and 'Hacksaw Ridge.' The latter two landed him Oscar nominations for best actor, and for 'Tick, Tick ... Boom!' he won a Golden Globe Award. On TV, he earned an Emmy nomination for 'Under the Banner of Heaven', reported Variety. Andrew Garfield is also popular for his role in Marvel's 'The Amazing Spider-Man'.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bournemouth care home celebrates World Book Day with children
Care home residents were joined by children dressed as their favourite characters to celebrate World Book Day. The residents at Castle Dene on Throop Road, Bournemouth, enjoyed a special World Book Day-themed session led by Faye Stuart from the Truth Be Told storytelling project. The weekly sessions are attended by children from St Barnabas Pre School and have different themes each week to spark the residents' imagination. This week, the children were encouraged to dress as their favourite storybook characters, including Snow White, Rapunzel, a unicorn, Spiderman and Iron Man. READ MORE: World Book Day 2025: send the Daily Echo your pictures Castle Dene care home residents enjoy World Book Day session with local children (Image: Care South) The children were invited to join a resident to dance, sing songs, and read books including The Magic Faraway Tree, Paddington and The Cat in the Hat. Betty, who lives at Castle Dene care home, said: "I used to run a nursery, so I enjoyed seeing the children, especially the child that danced along to the music with me." The children also sang to resident George who was celebrating his birthday during the session. Afterwards, George said: "It was lovely. I really enjoyed it. "It was the joy of the little ones that made my day." Lana Wright, home manager at Castle Dene, said: "It was wonderful to see the smiles on our residents' faces as the St Barnabas Pre School children arrived wearing their costumes."
