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3 days ago
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Everyone's Saying This About Karl Urban in Mortal Kombat 2 Movie
A new teaser from Mortal Kombat 2 has been released, giving fans a look at Karl Urban's portrayal of Johnny Cage. The teaser sees Cage showcase some slick action moves and perform some fittingly cheesy movie stunts. Fans have since reacted to the footage and shared their thoughts on both Urban's portrayal and Cage's depiction in the film in general. Fans react to Karl Urban in Mortal Kombat 2 A new teaser for Mortal Kombat 2 dropped online. Titled 'Uncaged Fury,' the footage is an in-universe trailer for the film starring fan-favorite character Johnny Cage, an action film star and martial artist. Fans have since taken to social media to share their reactions to the footage. On YouTube, under the comments section of the teaser, fans were quick to compare Urban's performance to other action stars and their movies. One fan commented, 'The Scott Adkins we never got.' Another commented on Reddit that they 'love' how the teaser satirizes '80s/90s action films' to show off the character. Another fan on Reddit stated that Mortal Kombat II has 'nailed the 'washed up actor' vibe' that Johnny Cage has. However, on X (formerly known as Twitter), one fan disapproved of Urban's casting as Cage and claimed he is 'too old for Johnny Cage.' Another commenter somewhat echoed this sentiment on Reddit in response to the comment about Cage's 'washed up actor vibe,' saying this could potentially make Urban's age work in favor of the role. Check out the video below: In the video, Cage encounters a group of goons at a warehouse and says, 'It's Showtime,' before proceeding to fight them. Cage performs some choreographed moves to ward off the thugs attacking him, and dodging knives with backflips. As Cage continues fighting, the teaser narrator states that the thugs 'pissed him off' and 'f—– with his shades.' The narrator further notes that the thugs who attacked Cage should have brought 'more guys' if they wanted a chance at winning. Cage turns to face a woman, who fires a rocket at him. He jumps above the rocket, which exits the warehouse and flies onto a helicopter, causing it to explode. The footage ends as Cage takes off his shades to pose. Mortal Kombat II hits theaters on October 24, 2025. Besides Urban, the film stars Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Mehcad Brooks, Tati Gabrielle, Lewis Tan, Adeline Rudolph, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Desmond Chiam. The post Everyone's Saying This About Karl Urban in Mortal Kombat 2 Movie appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More. Solve the daily Crossword
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4 days ago
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Uma Thurman opens up about intense physical preparation she underwent for Kill Bill movies
Uma Thurman has opened up about the intense physical preparation she underwent for the Kill Bill movies. The 55-year-old actress, renowned for her iconic role as The Bride in Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill Vol 1 and Vol 2, discussed her martial arts training during an interview about her new project, The Old Guard 2. Revealing her return to action films this year came without time for full training, Uma told The Sunday Times: 'Fortunately I had put in hundreds of hours learning how to hold a sword (for Kill Bill 1 and 2),' she said. In her new action film, a sequel to the 2020 Netflix action hit, Uma plays Discord, a 5,000-year-old immortal warrior who engages in an epic sword fight opposite Charlize Theron's character, Andromache, near a secret nuclear facility. Uma added about her Kill Bill muscle memory coming in handy during the shoot: 'You may not be limber and strong. 'But if your brain has learnt how to memorise sequences of movements, you can get back in that zone.' For Kill Bill, Uma trained for eight hours a day across three months in preparation for the role. That experience, she said, proved invaluable when returning to the genre. Her character in The Old Guard 2 marks her first sword-wielding performance since Quentin Tarantino's films, and it has been more than two decades since she last performed choreographed combat on screen. Uma's new film is directed by Victoria Mahoney and follows a group of age-old warriors with supernatural powers who fight to protect humanity. The original, directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, was praised for its blend of grounded drama and stylised violence. Speaking about the appeal of The Old Guard, Uma said: 'I thought that first movie was really unusual, a superb female-led action film that had depth, drama and really beautiful, naturalistic acting.' She also credited her co-star and producer Charlize Theron, 48, as a major draw for signing on. Uma added: 'Charlize is a miraculous performer, a very powerful individual and as charismatic in person as on screen. 'And I liked the idea of playing a supporting role to another actress who I thought had done really significant work in the drama/action field.' Charlize, who also produced both instalments of The Old Guard, told The Sunday Times as part of its feature on Uma: 'I have always admired Uma from afar. From Dangerous Liaisons to Kill Bill, her work is a masterclass in finding the micro in characters. 'In moments I got so lost watching her in scenes we had together that I had to remind myself I was in the scene with her. She's that captivating.'
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4 days ago
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'Superman' triumphs once again at N.American box office
Riding largely positive reviews, the latest big-budget action film featuring the iconic superhero from Warner Bros. and DC Studios earned $57.3 million in the United States and Canada, Exhibitor Relations said. That puts its North American take at $235 million and its international sales at $171 million -- or $406 million globally. "Jurassic World: Rebirth" -- the latest installment in the blockbuster dinosaur saga -- also held its ground in second place at $23.4 million. Its worldwide total stands at $647.2 million. The Universal film, starring Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Mahershala Ali, takes viewers to an abandoned island research facility, where secrets -- and genetically mutated dinosaurs -- are lurking. "I Know What You Did Last Summer," a sequel to two 1990s slasher hits that bring back the franchise's original stars Freddie Prinze Jr and Jennifer Love Hewitt, opened in third place at a disappointing $13 million. "This is another horror series returning after a long layoff, in this case after 27 years," said industry analyst David A. Gross of Franchise Entertainment Research. "Generally, the layoffs don't bother these films; in fact, they get stronger... that's not happening here." "Smurfs," the latest film featuring the adorable blue creatures and starring Rihanna as Smurfette, opened in a lackluster fourth place with $11 million in North American ticket sales. "F1: The Movie," the Apple and Warner Bros. flick starring Brad Pitt as a washed-up Formula One driver who gets one last shot at redemption, finished in fifth place at $9.6 million. "The current lineup in theaters is strong, with a broad selection of big titles including superheroes, action, monsters, horror and animation," said Gross. "Superman" will soon get a new superhero rival when Marvel's hotly anticipated "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" starring Pedro Pascal hits theaters in the coming days. Rounding out the top 10 were: "How to Train Your Dragon" ($5.4 million) "Eddington" ($4.3 million) "Elio" ($2.0 million) "Lilo & Stitch" ($1.5 million) "28 Years Later" ($1.3 million) © 2025 AFP
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4 days ago
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'Superman' triumphs once again at N.American box office
The Man of Steel has staying power: "Superman" topped the North American box office for a second week running and surpassed the $400 million mark worldwide, industry estimates showed Sunday. Riding largely positive reviews, the latest big-budget action film featuring the iconic superhero from Warner Bros. and DC Studios earned $57.3 million in the United States and Canada, Exhibitor Relations said. That puts its North American take at $235 million and its international sales at $171 million -- or $406 million globally. "Jurassic World: Rebirth" -- the latest installment in the blockbuster dinosaur saga -- also held its ground in second place at $23.4 million. Its worldwide total stands at $647.2 million. The Universal film, starring Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Mahershala Ali, takes viewers to an abandoned island research facility, where secrets -- and genetically mutated dinosaurs -- are lurking. "I Know What You Did Last Summer," a sequel to two 1990s slasher hits that bring back the franchise's original stars Freddie Prinze Jr and Jennifer Love Hewitt, opened in third place at a disappointing $13 million. "This is another horror series returning after a long layoff, in this case after 27 years," said industry analyst David A. Gross of Franchise Entertainment Research. "Generally, the layoffs don't bother these films; in fact, they get stronger... that's not happening here." "Smurfs," the latest film featuring the adorable blue creatures and starring Rihanna as Smurfette, opened in a lackluster fourth place with $11 million in North American ticket sales. "F1: The Movie," the Apple and Warner Bros. flick starring Brad Pitt as a washed-up Formula One driver who gets one last shot at redemption, finished in fifth place at $9.6 million. "The current lineup in theaters is strong, with a broad selection of big titles including superheroes, action, monsters, horror and animation," said Gross. "Superman" will soon get a new superhero rival when Marvel's hotly anticipated "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" starring Pedro Pascal hits theaters in the coming days. Rounding out the top 10 were: "How to Train Your Dragon" ($5.4 million) "Eddington" ($4.3 million) "Elio" ($2.0 million) "Lilo & Stitch" ($1.5 million) "28 Years Later" ($1.3 million) bur-sst/des
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7 days ago
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Iconic Film Cast Reunite After 26 Years and Fans Are All Asking the Same Thing
Iconic Film Cast Reunite After 26 Years and Fans Are All Asking the Same Thing originally appeared on Parade. The cast of The Mummy is back together for the first time, 26 years after the film originally premiered. Several of the film's stars including , Patricia Velásquez, John Hannah and Oded Fehr recently took the stage at the 2025 Fan Expo Denver to celebrate almost three decades of the iconic action film. While and Arnold Vosloo were not present for the reunion, the rest of the cast took the opportunity to reflect on their favorite moments from the film and the future of the franchise. "With the exception of three [The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor], the thing with all of these films is that, at least it was fun, it was a thrill ride, and you wanted to do it again," Fraser shared on stage, per Collider. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Following the event, Velásquez took to Instagram to share a behind-the-scenes look at the cast reunion and express her gratitude for being able to connect with so many fans. "So wonderful and so special to reconnect after so many years with the cast of The Mummy and The Mummy Returns," she wrote. "It means so much to be able to share these moments together again and to celebrate with the fans who have kept this story alive in their hearts. What a beautiful reminder that some adventures never really end." As for what the fans had to say, so many were wondering if the cast getting back together meant there was a fourth film in the works. "I'm expecting a new Mummy movie with this original cast! It's going to be epic," one fan wrote in a comment translated from Spanish — a comment that Velásquez happened to like. Another fan asked "Will there be a 4th?" while another suggested, "The Mummy Returns 2 please!!" While there's no word yet as to whether the cast will be reuniting on screen, it's clear the stars enjoyed being back together — and it's something fans obviously want to see! Iconic Film Cast Reunite After 26 Years and Fans Are All Asking the Same Thing first appeared on Parade on Jul 11, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 11, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
