‘This isn’t a paranoid future nightmare’: the explosive return of Chris Morris
Looking forward to this. Four Lions seems like a long time ago now.
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Yeah except the whole english v french thing is kinda not a deal anymore…
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English and French tensions are still alive and well, in no small part linked to the current Brexit negotiations. That’s a photo of UK prime minister Boris Johnson and French president Emmanuel Macron.
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It’s a different kind of war now.
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Politics is basically just a staring contest, only on occasion you can get your mate to sneak up behind the other guy and
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Well it’s kinda crass to cast an Israeli to play THE Egyptian Queen, no matter the color of skin.
It’s a fair point.
I think Cleopatra and Egypt as part of ancient history has become part of pop culture so much that for most people, the references of Elisabeth Tayler and Asterix and – as far as pharaos are concerned – the Mummy and whatnot are much closer than the connection to the real place that is Egypt today. I can see how this would be problematic to Egyptians today.
On the other hand, I wouldn’t expect historical German role to be cast with a German in a Hollywood movie. I mean, in Operation Valkyrie, there were like a handful of German actors in minor roles while all major nazi roles were played by Americans and Englishmen. Hitler ways played by a guy from Manchester.
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Well listen it’s been 20 and change years since I lived in Egypt, but back then there was no lost love between the two countries AT ALL… even after 20 years, considering recent history, I doubt it’s changed all that much. If they go forward with this very ill-conceived idea, you can expect to hear about government mandated boycotts at the very least, I reckon… honestly they all should know better, but Gadot in particular should know better…
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I’m not disagreeing, I think you’re probably right that this isn’t a great idea. And while I get how the typical Hollywood exec doesn’t even think of these real-world problems, what with Cleopatra mainly being a figure from movie history for them, Gadot really should know better.
Hey, how did you come to live in Egypt?
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Tell him the truth Jon, that you were plundering ancient artifacts with your 10 year old Chinese sidekick.
Baseless claims! And also, I’m not chinese!
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Ha! No, I’m afraid the most ilegal thing I did was lie down in a tomb and take a pic =P
And I lived in Egypt from ’93 to ’99 (13 to 19 y/o) because of my mom’s job, she used to work for the french embassy.
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I just realized I forgot to post the pic… gg me
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They better hurry up and get into space then.
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They better hurry up and get into space then.
NASA to make major announcement about the moon…
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They better hurry up and get into space then.
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Battlestar Galactica Film Taps Dark Phoenix’s Simon Kinberg to Pen Script – CBR link
X-Men franchise veteran Simon Kinberg is moving on to his next big franchise as writer and producer for the Battlestar Galactica film from Universal.
Dark Phoenix director Simon Kinberg will write and produce Universal Pictures’ Battlestar Galactica film.
Kinberg — who was heavily involved in 20th Century Fox’s X-Men franchise — joins producer Dylan Clark in the film adaptation of the acclaimed sci-fi series.
“Battlestar Galactica is one of the holy grails in science fiction, and I couldn’t be more excited about bringing something new to the franchise, while honoring what’s made it so iconic and enduring,” Kinberg said in a statement. “I’m so grateful that Dylan and my partners at Universal have trusted me with this incredible universe.”
Three Battlestar Galactica series have aired on television since 1978, although it was Ronald D. Moore’s 2004 reimagining for Syfy that most fans gravitate towards. The series ran for four seasons, focusing on the core conflict between the humans and the Cylons, a cybernetic race created by humans that gained sentience. The show spawned a short-lived spinoff series Caprica, as well as the web series Battlestar Galactica: Blood and Chrome.
A reboot is also currently in the works for NBCUniversal’s Peacock.
alternative links:
‘Battlestar Galactica’ Movie Lands Simon Kinberg as Writer, Producer – Variety
The Battlestar Galactica Movie Is Back On With Some X-Men Talent – Cinema Blend
Battlestar Galactica Movie Sets Dark Phoenix’s Simon Kinberg To Write – Screen Rant
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I doubt that this movie is going anywhere.
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Anything with Simon Kinbergs name on it gets a pass from me. Not again.
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Simon Kinberg is the poster boy for failing upwards.
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He screwed up the Phoenix Saga TWICE!
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He screwed up the Phoenix Saga TWICE!
We need a #KinbergCut to fix it.
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He screwed up the Phoenix Saga TWICE!
We need a #KinbergCut to fix it.
Isn’t Dark Phoenix the Kinberg Cut already?? =/
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How about they just cut Kinberg?
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The very definition of too soon.
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so our theaters just reopened and this is a snip of seating at one of them
after 8 months being closed I think they a bit desperate they are not thinking straight. the ones with lines in them are the ones designated for social distancing. I wanted to see Tenet in a theater buuut…. I think I will wait a while longer based on this look. -
The very definition of too soon.
Very much so. Whoever the fuck thought that this would be a good-
Oh. Michael Bay.
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Oh. Michael Bay.
Shall we all agree that this is our new punchline for every joke?
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I think Jonny Flynn is great, but… this doesn’t seem to be.
Holy crap, I knew I recognised the name but I hadn’t put 2 and 2 together – it’s THAT Jonny Flynn! Now I feel bad for being so mean about this… almost.
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I think I will wait a while longer based on this look.
You don’t have a hazmat suit you can use?
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I first became aware of him because he sings the theme song for Detectorists
Two of my friends recently got married and walked down the aisle to that song. It’s lovely. Just like the show itself.
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It is. It’s our “comfort TV show” of choice – I think me and my girlfriend have watched all 3 seasons at least 4 times. I wish there was more of it. I also liked Mackenzie Crook’s Worzel Gummidge adaptation, which was in a similar vein, so I guess that’ll have to do for now.
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I wish there was more of it.
I feel the same but at the same time I also respect them for leaving it where they did. It was a lovely ending really.
It’s funny how these unassuming gentle sitcoms can get under your skin and you can end up feeling as close to the characters as any serious drama. Detectorists was one of those shows for me, and Rev before it.
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I feel the same but at the same time I also respect them for leaving it where they did. It was a lovely ending really.
Yeah, it’s the fan’s dilemma – “oh great, they made more of that thing I like!”/”Oh crap, they ruined that thing I like.”
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The second film was very bad, and weirdly I say that having enjoyed it.
I enjoyed it because I was into the Potter lore and all that but it was uneven, rammed with exposition. It looked good, as all Potter movies do but as a screenwriter JK Rowling really regressed from a tepid first attempt.
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I enjoyed the first Fantastic Beasts movie, but the second one was awful.
It’ll be interesting to see how quickly they recast the role, as they’re filming the movie right now, but Depp wasn’t supposed to film his scenes until 2021.
Colin Farrell might be done with The Batman by then; they can give the role back to him.
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I saw him on a folk festival bill a while ago and didn’t think he was all that great, but most of the audience (notably the women) seemed to think he was the best thing since sliced bread. If he’s also a well-known actor, I guess that explains it.
He’s an actor, as well, but I don’t think you’d call him a well-known actor. I think he’s rather more successful as a musician.
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From the director of Doubt and Joe Versus the Volcano:
I’m getting Far and Away flashbacks. I only watched Far and Away last week, but still.
I actually went “Phew” when I realised Jon Hamm was playing American.
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Here’s the thing: the last Scorpion King movie was in 2018, after the reboot of The Mummy. They never stopped making them!
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Matrix party ‘disguised as film shoot’ to bypass German Covid rules
Not cool. On the other hand, interesting to hear that filming on this is done. Hope it’s good!
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Michael B. Jordan Is PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive 2020: ‘The Women in My Family Are Proud of This One’
https://people.com/movies/michael-b-jordan-people-sexiest-man-alive-2020/
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First Look At ‘Clifford The Big Red Dog’ Draws Mixed Reviews, But Mostly Jokes
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Elliot Page, Star Of ‘The Umbrella Academy’ And ‘Juno,’ Has Come Out As Transgender
— Elliot Page (@TheElliotPage) December 1, 2020
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Cool. He’s been a great role model for kids who are queer, and I am sure knowing that he’s trans will be help to many once again.
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Most important bit about that:
The script is by Greg Rucka (The Old Guard) and Allison Schroeder, latter of whom was Oscar nominated for Hidden Figures. The film will be produced by Skydance Media’s David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Don Granger, along with Gadot and her Pilot Wave producing partner Jaron Varsano, Bonnie Curtis and Julie Lynn. Skydance Media is keeping options open on whether this will be a theatrical or streaming bow.
Looks like Greg Rucka is a proper Hollywood screenwriter now. Which is very cool, nobody deserves it more than him.
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Looks like Greg Rucka is a proper Hollywood screenwriter now. Which is very cool, nobody deserves it more than him.
One of Rucka’s strengths is writing strong female leads with character depth (including flaws): Queen & Country, Stumptown, Lazarus, Old Guard, Black Magick, even as far back as his breakout project Whiteout. I’m surprised at Gal Gadot, though; I assumed she would be looking for more mainstream roles rather than lock herself into another action franchise.
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I think there’s an opportunity here for her. Ever since Angelina Jolie stopped doing action flicks, ScarJo has been the only female action star (well, with a bit of Charlize Theron). Gadot has a strong presence and can carry an action movie, so getting another movie like this (and possibly a franchise) under her belt is a good move.
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