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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Stars Talk L.A Wildfires, Home Rebuilds and What to Do With Your Tesla at EMA Impact Summit
The Environmental Media Association kicked off its ninth annual Impact Summit on Thursday, rolling out a two-day lineup of stars and activists for wide-ranging conversations about the environment. A large focus of the summit's first day was discussing the aftermath of the Los Angeles wildfires that devastated the Pacific Palisades and Altadena areas earlier this year. Jenna Dewan led a conversation about philanthropy and how the city banded together after the fires, while Property Brothers star Drew Scott moderated a panel about rebuilding homes in the destroyed areas. More from The Hollywood Reporter Keanu Reeves Reflects on a Decade of 'John Wick' With 'Wick Is Pain' Doc, Insisting "I Don't Do Stunts, I Do Action" Harrison Ford Is Open to Continuing in 'Yellowstone' Universe After '1923' 'Gilmore Girls' Alum Yanic Truesdale on Why His French 'Étoile' Character Doesn't Have an Accent 'You're rooted in your home, it's your memories, it's everything in your life. It's where you wake up every morning, go to bed every night and it affects every aspect of your life, whether it's work or relationships,' Scott told the audience at the Pendry West Hollywood. 'And we've had that ripped away from us, a lot of families did here in January.' Ben Stapleton, executive director for the U.S. Green Building Council – Los Angeles, noted how 'the world is watching us and seeing as Americans, as Angelenos, how do we respond to the tragedy? How do we do this in a way where we come together? Can we rebuild at scale in a way that can be more resilient and be more sustainable, and can we have a different narrative that the world can come see here for the Olympics, for other events, than what they're seeing coming out of the U.S. right now?' Stapleton continued that immediately after the fire, he was getting flooded with emails and calls from people who lost their homes saying they wanted to rebuild in an environmental way; going with electric over gas was one such suggestion for how to do that. Of choosing to rebuild with the planet in mind, he added, 'it's going to reduce our utility bills long term, it's going to reduce the air pollution in our homes, which is going to reduce our health care costs. The reason we rebuild green is because it's healthier. And ideally, people are getting these homes they don't even know it's green, it's just cheaper, faster, easier. And so we're launching a group purchasing platform to help drive down some of that cost for folks to get access to some of those sustainable materials. We're trying to do the things that we can to help meet people where they're at, including contractor training. People need to know how to rebuild the right way.' Scott also called out contractors who are telling people they need to rebuild with steel, concrete and materials where 'it's basically going to be four times the cost to build your home back. These are people who didn't have the money — they didn't have the insurance or they were underinsured, they can't even afford the build back, let alone something's going to cost four times. You don't need all of that. What you need is the envelope to be more fire retardant. We don't need the old vents that all these old houses have, we don't need exposed eaves especially with your neighbors five feet away. It's going to spread really fast if you have those issues.' Ed Begley Jr., Miranda Cosgrove, Malin Ackerman, Daniella Pineda and Peyton List also took part in conversations throughout the day, and Phil Rosenthal recorded a live version of his Naked Lunch podcast with Kevin Nealon. During the conversation, the pair touched on what to do with their Teslas given Elon Musk's current role in the Trump administration. 'I bought mine in 2012 when it first came out. Why? To protect the environment. Now, do I get rid of that car in solidarity with people who are against what he's doing to the country? Or do I keep that car because it's better for the environment than a gas car?' Rosenthal asked the audience of activists, as several suggested it was best to keep the car. 'I think I'm doing my part by keeping a car from 2012 in the first place, right? I'm not buying a new car, by the way, the tariffs are going to make it terrible for me to buy another car,' he continued, as Nealon deadpanned, 'I have a Tesla, but I am so opposed to Elon it's in the shop now. We're having a gas engine put in it.' Another audience member suggested to put a bumper sticker on the car that would disavow Musk while still keeping the Tesla. 'Now, does that keep the mob from dragging me out of my car and beating me up? It does? So that's all I need, everything's fine,' Rosenthal responded, joking, 'Is this the problem with you people, is that you think a bumper sticker is going to fix the world?' Eli Roth, Sosie Bacon, Lance Bass, Nikki Reed and Jesse Metcalfe are among those taking part in the second day of the summit, sponsored by Toyota. Best of The Hollywood Reporter Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Highest-Profile Harris Endorsements: Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and More
Newsweek
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Henry Cavill-Led Fantasy Remake Releasing Sooner Than Expected
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors If you've been paying attention to just how much and how fast the world of "John Wick" is expanding, you might be worried that filmmaker Chad Stahelski wouldn't have time for anything else. But according to Collider, the man behind "John Wick" is making time for the remake of "Highlander" a lot sooner than we thought. Stahelski says filming could begin as early as this year, with the film releasing sometime in either 2027 or 2028. Read More: Henry Cavill Led Fantasy Remake Confirmed for Amazon Stahelski was making the rounds to promote the new "John Wick" documentary, "Wick Is Pain," when he revealed the news about "Highlander". "If everything works out in the next 24 hours, we'll be shooting sometime in September," Stahelski said. "And in 2027 or 2028, you'll be watching 'Highlander.'" Henry Cavill in "The Witcher". Henry Cavill in "The Witcher". Netflix Granted, we don't know exactly what it is that needs to work out "in the next 24 hours," but regardless it's surprising and encouraging news for the "Highlander" reboot. All it takes is a quick trip to IMDb to see just how many projects Stahelski has in development, and at the top of the pile is "John Wick: Chapter 5". Then there are all of the "Wick" spinoffs that Stahelski is attached to, including the upcoming "Ballerina", Donnie Yen's "Caine", a prequel "John Wick" animated film, and the TV series "John Wick: Under the High Table". In the original 1986 film "Highlander", Christopher Lambert plays Connor MacLeod, a 16th century Scottish clansman who finds out he's immortal when he inexplicably revives after being killed in battle. He is mentored by the noble hearted Ramirez (Sean Connery) who teaches him all he needs to know about being Immortal. In the present day, MacLeod is an antiques dealer living in New York City at the time of The Gathering: the contest between the last few Immortals for The Prize. "Highlander" has enjoyed multiple sequels as well as both TV and film spinoffs over the years, while Stahelski's film will reboot the story altogether. Last year, Stahelski talked to Collider about some of the differences between the original and what he has planned. "We're bringing it forward from the early 1500s in the highlands to the beyond present-day New York and Hong Kong, and seeing how it goes," Stahelski said. "There's big opportunity for action. There's a chance to play a character that not a lot of people get to play. And it's a bit of a love story, but not how you think." More Movies: The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum - Everything We Know So Far 'Naked Gun' Reboot Shares First Look at Pamela Anderson's Femme Fatale
Economic Times
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'Wick Is Pain': Keane Reeves, director and producers speak about the making of John Wick
Lionsgate will release 'Wick Is Pain' a documentary about the John Wick franchise. It will be available on demand starting May 9. The documentary features Keanu Reeves and Chad Stahelski. It traces the franchise's journey from its start as an independent film. The documentary also covers the upcoming spinoff film -Ballerina-. The 'John Wick' franchise is treading a new course in terms of the narrative, and it may not be exactly what fans expect. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads "Wick Is Pain" featuring Keanu Reeves will be available on video-on-demand retailers starting May 9. The documentary explores the making of the "John Wick" franchise and Reeves has now spoken about what went behind the by Jeffrey Dee, the documentary will feature director Chad Stahelski, and producers Basil Iwanyk and Eric Lee along with Reeves. "Wick Is Pain" traces the franchise's journey from its inception as an independent film in 2014 to its current status, including the upcoming spinoff film -Ballerina- starring Ana de Armas, set to release on June 6. Beyond Fest will screen "Wick Is Pain" in Los Angeles on May and others will speak about and provide viewers with a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the "John Wick" franchise. The franchise began with the 2014 film. Summit Entertainment initially released the first later acquired the franchise when it took over Summit. The original film centered on John Wick, a retired assassin. He is drawn back into action after an attack by a gangster's subsequent sequel involves more assassins forcing Wick into action. These actions often lead to dire consequences for those who cross him. Lionsgate's announcement highlights the unlikelihood of the franchise's initial John Wick universe has expanded beyond the four films. It now includes the Peacock miniseries " The Continental". Keanu Reeves shared his enthusiasm for the project. "I'm excited to share and be a part of taking fans behind the curtain on the extraordinary journey of making the John Wick films."
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Wick Is Pain': Keane Reeves, director and producers speak about the making of John Wick
Lionsgate will release 'Wick Is Pain' a documentary about the John Wick franchise. It will be available on demand starting May 9. The documentary features Keanu Reeves and Chad Stahelski. It traces the franchise's journey from its start as an independent film. The documentary also covers the upcoming spinoff film -Ballerina-. The 'John Wick' franchise is treading a new course in terms of the narrative, and it may not be exactly what fans expect. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads "Wick Is Pain" featuring Keanu Reeves will be available on video-on-demand retailers starting May 9. The documentary explores the making of the "John Wick" franchise and Reeves has now spoken about what went behind the by Jeffrey Dee, the documentary will feature director Chad Stahelski, and producers Basil Iwanyk and Eric Lee along with Reeves. "Wick Is Pain" traces the franchise's journey from its inception as an independent film in 2014 to its current status, including the upcoming spinoff film -Ballerina- starring Ana de Armas, set to release on June 6. Beyond Fest will screen "Wick Is Pain" in Los Angeles on May and others will speak about and provide viewers with a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the "John Wick" franchise. The franchise began with the 2014 film. Summit Entertainment initially released the first later acquired the franchise when it took over Summit. The original film centered on John Wick, a retired assassin. He is drawn back into action after an attack by a gangster's subsequent sequel involves more assassins forcing Wick into action. These actions often lead to dire consequences for those who cross him. Lionsgate's announcement highlights the unlikelihood of the franchise's initial John Wick universe has expanded beyond the four films. It now includes the Peacock miniseries " The Continental". Keanu Reeves shared his enthusiasm for the project. "I'm excited to share and be a part of taking fans behind the curtain on the extraordinary journey of making the John Wick films."
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Keanu Reeves, Producers Reveal Shaky Start to 'John Wick' in 'Wick is Pain' Trailer
Avid fans of the John Wick movie franchise have even more reason to be excited after recently learning that John Wick 5 is officially in development. An upcoming behind-the-scenes documentary entitled Wick Is Pain is set to release on May 9, and with that comes an intriguing trailer that offers never-before-seen footage in what can probably be best described as "chaotic" about a beloved Keanu Reeves film that almost never happened. The trailer for the documentary features some pretty eye-opening commentary from John Wick director Chad Stahelski, as well as key producers who faced budget issues that appeared to have the movie's fate hanging by a thread. One of the more telling quotes from the trailer regarding whether or not the movie would even resonate with the audience, let alone be made, came from Reaves himself. "Is this f------ terrible?" Reaves asks at the 1:43 mark of the clip, right after the Hollywood "no-no" of killing a dog in a movie was discussed. "We were a tiny little movie," a producer stated at one point in the trailer. "We were shut down. I don't know how you find six-and-a-half million dollars by Monday." The whole trailer is well worth the watch, but even in the relatively brief video—as compared to the documentary's full running time of 80 minutes—the stress in making the film feels very much conveyed. "We have never worked harder on any movie than we have on the John Wick series," said producer Basil Iwanyk. "Producing a movie is always long hours and stressful times, but John Wick turned that up to the max — and because we survived, that's what made the movies so gratifying." Iwanyk saying the actors and crew "survived" making John Wick kind of sums up everyone's stress-cooker of an experience throughout the trailer, paired with the glaring last-minute budget fellow producer David Leitch added some sprinkles on top, driving home Iwanyk's words. "It's safe to say that John Wick changed our lives, for everyone involved," Leitch shared. "We had been waiting for the opportunity to show our vision of what action filmmaking could be, and this film and this character gave us that opportunity. Thank you, Mr. Wick." The Wick is Pain documentary is already available for pre-order purchases on platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, YouTube, and Fandango, among others, but otherwise will be digitally released on May 9 following its exclusive screening at "Beyond Fest" at the American Cinematheque on May 8. "I'm excited to share and be a part of taking fans behind the curtain on the extraordinary journey of making the John Wick films," Reeves said of Wick is Pain.
