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Movie
Box Office (North America)
April
20, 2025
1.
Sinners - $45.6m
2. A Minecraft Movie - $41.3m
3. The King of Kings - $17.3m
4. The Amateur - $7.2m
5. Warfare - $4.9m
6. Drop - $2.8m
7. Colourful Stage!: The Movie - $2.8m
8. Pride & Prejudice - $2.7m
9. The Chosen: Last Supper Part 3 - $1.7m
10. Snow White - $1.2m
Others
...
A
Working Man
The Woman in a Yard
The Chosen: Last Supper Part 2
Hell of a Summer
The Fiend
Captain America: Brave New World
*Correct
at time of publication to best of knowledge. *Corrected
from prior numbers released over weekend.
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Office Movies: News
Here’s
a concise rundown of the latest box office movie news
for 2025, focusing on key developments and performances
based on recent data:
Sinners
Takes the Lead: Ryan Coogler’s R-rated horror
film Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan, topped the
domestic box office over the Easter weekend (April
18–20, 2025) with $45.6 million, surpassing expectations
of $35–40 million. It edged out A Minecraft Movie
and marked a historic achievement as the first horror
film in over 35 years to earn an “A” CinemaScore.
Globally, it debuted with $61 million, boosted by
a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score and strong critical praise.
Its $90 million budget suggests a path to profitability,
especially with IMAX contributing 20% of its weekend
sales.
A
Minecraft Movie’s Dominance Continues: Despite
Sinners taking the top spot, A Minecraft Movie remained
a box office juggernaut, grossing $41.3 million domestically
in its third weekend, bringing its U.S. total to $344.6
million and global haul to $721 million. It’s
the highest-grossing film of 2025 domestically and
the second-highest globally, behind Ne Zha 2 ($2.1
billion). The film, starring Jack Black and Jason
Momoa, broke records as the biggest video game movie
opening ever ($163 million U.S.) and is on track to
possibly hit $1 billion worldwide, with a sequel already
confirmed.
Original
Movies Struggle: A broader trend shows original films
facing challenges in 2025. Sinners is a rare success,
but many original stories are struggling to find audiences
amid a market dominated by IP-driven films like A
Minecraft Movie and Captain America: Brave New World.
Industry reports suggest audiences need to take more
risks on unfamiliar titles, though quality and word-of-mouth
remain critical.
Faith-Based
Films Surge: Christian movies like The King of Kings
and The Chosen: Last Supper performed strongly during
the Easter frame, with The King of Kings earning $14.6
million in presales alone. Four of the top 10 films
this week were faith-based, reflecting a growing niche
boosted by conservative influencers.
Snow
White Underperforms: Disney’s live-action Snow
White remake, starring Rachel Zegler, has disappointed
with $83 million domestically against a $270 million
budget. While its numbers mirror 2021’s Cruella
(a hit due to streaming and pandemic-era context),
Snow White is unlikely to break even theatrically,
marking it as a flop.
Industry
Recovery: The overall domestic box office is up 5.3%
from 2024, largely thanks to A Minecraft Movie and
Sinners. However, it remains 29% behind 2019’s
pre-pandemic levels. Concerns linger about potential
ticket price hikes souring summer 2025 performance.
Upcoming
Films: Long-lead tracking highlights Lilo & Stitch
and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
as potential Memorial Day 2025 blockbusters, each
projected to open above $100 million.
Warner
Bros. emerged as a major winner, with Sinners and
A Minecraft Movie accounting for 64% of the Easter
weekend’s domestic box office. The industry is
seeing a mix of IP-driven successes and selective
wins for bold originals, with horror and faith-based
films carving out significant niches. (Grok)
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Box
Office Movie News
Here’s
a concise roundup of recent box office movie news
based on the latest available information:
Sinners
Takes Easter Weekend Lead: Warner Bros.' period vampire
thriller Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler and starring
Michael B. Jordan, opened to an estimated $45 million
over the Easter weekend, claiming the No. 1 spot.
The R-rated film outperformed initial projections
of $30-$40 million, earning a 97% Rotten Tomatoes
score and an A CinemaScore. Its $90 million budget
makes profitability challenging, with estimates suggesting
it needs $300 million globally to break even.
A
Minecraft Movie Holds Strong: Despite Sinners taking
the top spot, A Minecraft Movie earned $41-$45 million
in its third weekend, pushing its domestic total past
$303 million and global haul to over $600 million.
It’s now the highest-grossing video game adaptation
ever and ranks among Warner Bros.' top 20 domestic
grossers. The film’s success continues to defy
expectations, with a record-breaking $163 million
opening.
Faith-Based
Content Thrives: The Chosen: Last Supper Part 1, a
theatrical release of the TV series about Jesus, has
grossed over $40 million domestically since March
28, highlighting the growing niche for faith-based
films. Meanwhile, Angel Studios’ animated The
King of Kings debuted with $19.05 million, setting
a record for the largest opening of a faith-based
animated film and earning an A+ CinemaScore.
Sunny
Deol’s Jaat Struggles: The Bollywood action film
Jaat, starring Sunny Deol, has earned around ?60 crore
($7.2 million) in India after eight days but is seeing
declining numbers, with ?1.52 crore on its eighth
day. Facing competition from Kesari 2, it’s unlikely
to reach ?100 crore domestically. A sequel, Jaat 2,
has already been announced.
Kesari
2 Enters the Fray: Akshay Kumar’s Kesari 2, focusing
on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, released on April
18 with modest expectations due to an A-rated certificate
and slow advance bookings. Experts predict a ?20 crore
opening weekend, boosted by the Good Friday holiday.
Snow
White Disappoints: Disney’s live-action Snow
White has underperformed with $83 million domestically
against a $270 million budget, drawing comparisons
to Cruella’s $86 million but lacking its profitability
due to higher costs. It’s considered a box office
flop.
Good
Bad Ugly Nears Milestone: Tamil action-comedy Good
Bad Ugly, starring Ajith Kumar, has grossed ?184 crore
globally in seven days and is close to hitting ?200
crore, making it Kumar’s second film to achieve
this feat.
Industry
Concerns: Studios are warning that potential ticket
price hikes could dampen the summer box office, despite
strong performances from films like A Minecraft Movie
and Sinners.
This
summary reflects the latest trends and performances
as of April 20, 2025. (Grok)
Media
Man
For
more details, check sources like Variety, The Hollywood
Reporter, or Netflix Tudum.
Movie
Box Office (North America)
April
13, 2025
1.
A Minecraft Movie - $80.6m
2. The King of Kings - $19m
3. The Amateur - $15m
4. Warfare - $8.3m
5. Drop - $7.5m
6. The Chosen: Last Supper Part 3: $5.8m
7. A Working Man - $3.1m
8. Snow White - $2.8m
9. The Woman in a Yard - $2.1m
10. The Chosen: Last Supper Part 2 - $932,000
Others
...
Hell
of a Summer
The Fiend
Captain America Brave New World
Princess Mononoke
Black Bag
Mickey 17
Novocaine
The Alto Knights
The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
The Monkey
Dog Man
Paddington in Peru
Last Breath
Anora
Mufasa
Rule Breakers
Night of the Zoopocalypse
Heart Eyes
The Unbreakable Boy
One of Them Days
Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX
Ne Zha 2
Chhaava
*
Correct or near correct at time of publication.
Movie
Box Office (North America)
April
6, 2025
1.
A Minecraft Movie - $157m
2. Working Man - $7.3m
3. The Chosen: Last Supper Part 2: $6.7m
4. Snow White - $6.1m
5. The Woman in a Yard - $4.5m
6. Death of a Unicorn - $2.7m
7. The Chosen: Last Supper - $1.9m
8. Hell of a Summer - $1.8m
9. The Fiend - $1.6m
10. Captain America Brave New World - $1.4m
others
Princess
Mononoke
Black Bag
Mickey 17
Novocaine
The Alto Knights
The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
The Monkey
Dog Man
Paddington in Peru
Last Breath
Anora
Mufasa
Rule Breakers
Night of the Zoopocalypse
Heart Eyes
The Unbreakable Boy
One of Them Days
Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX
Ne Zha 2
Chhaava
Movie
Box Office (North America)
April
6, 2025
1.
A Minecraft Movie - $157m
2. Working Man - $7.3m
3. The Chosen: Last Supper Part 2: $6.7m
4. Snow White - $6.1m
5. The Woman in a Yard - $4.5m
6. Death of a Unicorn - $2.7m
7. The Chosen: Last Supper - $1.9m
8. Hell of a Summer - $1.8m
9. The Fiend - $1.6m
10. Captain America Brave New World - $1.4m
others
Princess
Mononoke
Black Bag
Mickey 17
Novocaine
The Alto Knights
The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
The Monkey
Dog Man
Paddington in Peru
Last Breath
Anora
Mufasa
Rule Breakers
Night of the Zoopocalypse
Heart Eyes
The Unbreakable Boy
One of Them Days
Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX
Ne Zha 2
Chhaava
*
Correct or near correct at time of publication.
Movie
News
Here’s
the latest movie news based on current updates as
of April 11, 2025:
The
Cannes Film Festival 2025 lineup has been unveiled,
featuring an impressive slate of films competing for
the Palme d’Or. Highlights include Wes Anderson’s
The Phoenician Scheme, Richard Linklater’s latest
project, Ari Aster’s Eddington (starring Joaquin
Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone, and Austin Butler),
and Julia Ducournau’s new work. Kelly Reichardt’s
The Mastermind, a Vietnam War-era art-heist drama
with Josh O’Connor and John Magaro, and Joachim
Trier’s Sentimental Value with Renate Reinsve
are also in competition. The festival opens with the
French comedy-drama Leave One Day by Amélie
Bonnin, while Scarlett Johansson’s directorial
debut Eleanor the Great will premiere in the Un Certain
Regard section. Juliette Binoche will head the jury,
and Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible – The
Final Reckoning will screen out of competition on
May 14, ahead of its May 23 global release.
Meanwhile,
A Minecraft Movie continues to dominate headlines,
having shattered box office records with a $163 million
domestic opening—the biggest ever for a video
game adaptation—surpassing The Super Mario Bros
Movie. Its global debut reached $313.2 million, boosted
by a $14.7 million opening in China. The film’s
success has revitalized the 2025 box office, which
had been lagging, and sparked viral moments like the
“chicken jockey” scene, reflecting Hollywood’s
push to engage younger audiences through social media
trends. However, its rowdy screenings have prompted
theaters to issue warnings against disruptive behavior.
Elsewhere,
Thunderbolts, Marvel’s upcoming film featuring
Florence Pugh, David Harbour, and Sebastian Stan,
is tracking for a $70 million U.S. opening, per recent
reports. James Gunn’s Superman has stirred debate
with new footage, with some fans critiquing the character’s
portrayal, saying “Superman doesn’t whine.”
Meanwhile, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and
Sciences announced a new stunt design Oscar, to be
awarded starting at the 100th Oscars in 2028 for films
released in 2027.
On
the streaming front, action-comedy Novocaine starring
Jack Quaid and Amber Midthunder is now available on
PVOD and has been hailed as a standout for 2025, while
Netflix’s Back in Action with Jamie Foxx and
Cameron Diaz has climbed to No. 6 on its Most Popular
English Film chart with 144.6 million views. Finally,
China’s decision to reduce Hollywood movie imports
amid tariff tensions could impact future releases,
though specifics remain unclear.
That’s
the latest in movie news—big wins, festival buzz,
and shifting global dynamics! (Grok)
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Box
Office Movie News
The
box office landscape in early April 2025 has been
dominated by a few key players, with some surprises
and disappointments shaping the narrative.
A
Minecraft Movie continues to be the standout, pulling
in a massive $162.75 million domestically during its
opening weekend, making it the biggest debut of the
year and the largest ever for a video game adaptation.
Its second weekend is projected to hold strong, with
estimates ranging from $65 million to $82 million,
despite a typical 50-60% drop. The film’s success,
driven by stars Jack Black and Jason Momoa, has been
a much-needed jolt for Hollywood, especially after
a sluggish first quarter. Its global appeal, including
a strong showing in markets like China, underscores
its broad draw, fueled by the game’s massive
fanbase and spring break timing.
On
the other hand, Disney’s live-action Snow White
remake has struggled, barely scraping past $40 million
domestically after a steep 60% drop in its second
weekend. With a $270 million budget, it’s shaping
up to be one of Disney’s weakest live-action
reboots, underperforming compared to even 2019’s
Dumbo. Controversies around casting and story changes,
plus mixed reviews calling it insubstantial, haven’t
helped its case.
In
the Indian market, Ajith Kumar’s Good Bad Ugly
has kicked off with a bang, raking in an estimated
Rs 35-40 crore on its opening day, April 10. Strong
pre-sales of Rs 17 crore in Tamil Nadu alone and packed
theaters suggest it’s riding high on fan excitement,
with potential to grow if word of mouth stays positive.
Meanwhile, Salman Khan’s Sikandar is faltering,
crossing Rs 105 crore after 11 days but losing steam
with a lukewarm response and competition from Mohanlal’s
L2: Empuraan, which has hit Rs 102.35 crore in two
weeks and shows no signs of slowing.
Looking
ahead, The King of Kings from Angel Studios is building
buzz with nearly $8 million in pre-sales for its April
11 release, aiming to capitalize on the faith-based
and family-friendly wave. Newcomers like The Amateur
and Drop are entering the fray this weekend, but they’re
expected to trail behind Minecraft’s continued
dominance.
The
industry’s mood is cautiously optimistic—Minecraft
proves audiences are still hungry for big theatrical
experiences, but flops like Snow White and Sikandar
highlight the risks of misjudging audience expectations.
With summer blockbusters like Thunderbolts and Mission:
Impossible - The Final Reckoning on the horizon, studios
are hoping to sustain this momentum. (Grok)
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Streaming
Movie News
This
month has brought a fresh wave of movies to various
streaming platforms, catering to a wide range of tastes.
On Netflix, new releases include "One of Them
Days," a comedy featuring Keke Palmer and SZA,
and "The Life List," a heartfelt romantic
drama starring Sofia Carson that’s topping charts
and resonating with Gen Z audiences. Netflix is also
set to premiere "Caos e Destruição"
(Chaos and Destruction), an action-packed film with
Tom Hardy, on April 25, and "O Eternauta,"
a series based on the comic of the same name starring
Ricardo Darín, on April 30. Meanwhile, horror
fans have a limited window to catch "Hereditary,"
dubbed by some as one of the most disturbing films
of recent years, before it leaves Netflix in about
10 days.
Other
platforms are also buzzing with new additions. "Mickey
17," a sci-fi film directed by Bong Joon-ho and
starring Robert Pattinson, dropped on premium video-on-demand
(PVOD) services like Amazon and Apple TV on April
8 and is now available to stream on Max.
Novocaine,"
an action-comedy that’s been praised for its
fun factor, also hit PVOD recently, offering an adrenaline-packed
option for viewers. Prime Video has "G20,"
featuring Viola Davis, joining its lineup this week,
while "Black Bag," a Steven Soderbergh-directed
thriller with Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender,
is newly available on digital and on-demand services.
For
those looking for fresh theatrical releases now streaming,
"The Monkey," a horror film by Osgood Perkins,
and "A Minecraft Movie," directed by Jared
Hess with Jack Black and Jason Momoa, are making waves.
The latter has sparked some controversy with rowdy
audience behavior at screenings going viral, prompting
cinemas like one in Witney to issue warnings. On the
international front, Netflix offers titles like the
Taiwanese horror-comedy "The Rookie" and
the Tamil-language road trip film by P.S. Vinothraj,
adding diverse flavors to the streaming mix.
With
April showering subscribers with options across Netflix,
Hulu, Prime Video, Max, and more, there’s plenty
to explore, from blockbuster action to indie gems.
What are you planning to watch next? (Grok)
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Wrestling
Movies
Wrestling
movies span a range of genres, from gritty dramas
to lighthearted comedies, capturing the intensity,
passion, and sometimes the absurdity of the sport.
Here’s a rundown of some notable ones, focusing
on both professional and amateur wrestling, with a
mix of tones and styles.
Starting
with professional wrestling, The Wrestler (2008) is
often considered a standout. Mickey Rourke plays a
washed-up pro wrestler grappling with aging, health
issues, and a fading career. It’s raw, emotional,
and doesn’t shy away from the toll the industry
takes on its performers—physically and personally.
Rourke’s performance earned him an Oscar nomination,
and the film’s depiction of the indie wrestling
scene feels authentic, almost like a documentary at
times.
The
Iron Claw (2023) dives into the tragic true story
of the Von Erich family, a dynasty in 1980s pro wrestling.
Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White star as brothers
Kevin and David, pushed to their limits by their domineering
father. It’s a heavy, heartbreaking look at ambition,
family bonds, and the curse of expectations, with
intense wrestling sequences that capture the era’s
regional promotions. The film balances action with
emotional depth, making it resonate even if you’re
not a wrestling fan.
For
something lighter, Nacho Libre (2006) is a cult favorite.
Jack Black plays a Mexican monk who becomes a luchador
to raise money for orphans. It’s quirky, hilarious,
and leans into the colorful pageantry of lucha libre.
The humor’s absurd, but the heart of the story—underdog
chasing dreams—keeps it grounded. It’s not
deep, but it’s endlessly rewatchable.
Fighting
with My Family (2019) blends comedy and drama, chronicling
the real-life rise of WWE superstar Paige, played
by Florence Pugh. It follows her journey from a scrappy
British wrestling family to the big leagues, with
a focus on her bond with her brother, who doesn’t
make it. Dwayne Johnson pops up as himself, adding
charm, and the film nails the mix of humor and hustle
in the wrestling world.
On
the amateur side, Foxcatcher (2014) is a chilling
drama based on true events. Steve Carell, in a rare
serious role, plays eccentric millionaire John du
Pont, who sponsors Olympic wrestlers Mark and Dave
Schultz (Channing Tatum and Mark Ruffalo). It’s
less about wrestling matches and more about power,
obsession, and psychological unraveling. The performances
are haunting, and it shows the darker side of athletic
pursuit.
Vision
Quest (1985) is a classic for high school wrestling
fans. Matthew Modine stars as a teen wrestler chasing
a state title while navigating love and self-discovery.
It’s got that ‘80s coming-of-age vibe, complete
with a killer soundtrack (think Madonna and Journey).
The wrestling scenes are gritty, emphasizing the sport’s
physical grind.
For
a wildcard, Ready to Rumble (2000) is a guilty pleasure.
David Arquette and Scott Caan play diehard wrestling
fans trying to save their favorite pro wrestler’s
career. It’s over-the-top, silly, and packed
with WCW stars like Goldberg and Sting. It’s
not high art, but it captures the chaotic energy of
late ‘90s wrestling fandom.
Each
of these films highlights different facets of wrestling—whether
it’s the sacrifice, the spectacle, or the community.
If you’re after more specific recommendations,
like focusing on pro vs. amateur or a particular vibe
(serious, funny, etc.), let me know what you’re
in the mood for. (Grok)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
March
30, 2025
1.
Working Man - $15.2m
2. Snow White - $14.2m
3. The Chosen: Last Supper: $11.5m
4. The Woman in a Yard - $11.4m
5. Death of a Unicorn - $5.5m
6. Princess Mononoke - $4m
7. Captain America Brave New World - $2.8m
8. Black Bag - $2.2m
9. Mickey 17 - $1.9m
10. Novocaine - $1.5m
The
Alto Knights
The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
The Monkey
Dog Man
The Last Supper
others
...
Paddington
in Peru
Last Breath
Anora
Mufasa
Rule Breakers
Night of the Zoopocalypse
Heart Eyes
The Unbreakable Boy
One of Them Days
Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX
Ne Zha 2
Chhaava
*
Correct or near correct at time of publication. More
updates to follow within 24 hours.
News:
Massive
dives on political and wokeness embattled Snow White,
as well as The Alto Knights. Snow White is up for
the 'Box Office Bomb Of The Year' award! That didn't
take long!
Movie
Box Office (US)
1.
Snow White - $43m
2.
Black Bag - $4.4 million - $4.4m
3,Captain
America: Brave New World - $4.1n
4,
Mickey 17 - $3.9m
5, Novacaine - $3.8m
6,
The Alto Knights - $3.2m
7.The
Day the Earth Blew Up - $1.8m
8,
The Monkey - $1.55m
9,
Dog Ma - $1.5m
10.
The Last Supper $1.3m
Movie
News/Box Office
Snow
White to bomb at approx $45m
Novocaine
- $8.8m weekend gross; Total $13m approx
Black
Bag - $7.6m approx
The
Alto Knights - $3m approx
Magazine
Dreams -$900,000 approx
Correct
or near correct at time of publication
More
updates and specifics within approx 24 hours
Media
Man: Very poor weekend for movie box office
News
Disney's
"Snow White" Live-Action Remake Struggles
at the Box Office: The recently released live-action
"Snow White," starring Rachel Zegler and
Gal Gadot, is facing a challenging debut. Reports
indicate it's on course for a $45 million domestic
opening, which is concerning given its $250 million
budget. Critics have given it mixed reviews, with
some praising the performances and visuals, while
others call it "exhaustingly awful" or "bland."
The film has also been mired in controversies over
casting, CGI dwarfs, and the political views of its
stars, potentially impacting its reception.
Robert
De Niro's "The Alto Knights" Faces Flop
Predictions: The gangster drama "The Alto Knights,"
directed by Barry Levinson and starring Robert De
Niro, is projected to be one of 2025's biggest box
office disappointments. With a reported $45 million
budget, early indicators suggest it may not resonate
with audiences, adding to a rocky start for some high-profile
releases this year.
Upcoming
Marvel and Blockbuster Updates: On a brighter note,
anticipation is building for several 2025 releases.
"Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse" remains
in development, with fans eager for updates possibly
at CinemaCon (March 31–April 3).
Meanwhile,
big names like Tom Cruise ("Mission: Impossible"),
a new "Superman," and the next "Avatar"
installment are expected to bolster the box office
later this year, offering hope for a post-pandemic
recovery.
Other
Notable Developments:
"The
Bride," a Frankenstein-inspired film starring
Christian Bale and directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal,
has been delayed from September 2025 to March 6, 2026,
following mixed test screening reactions.
"Weapons,"
Zach Cregger’s horror follow-up to "Barbarian,"
has moved up to August 8, 2025, signaling confidence
from Warner Bros.
Pixar's
"Coco 2" is confirmed for a 2029 release,
exciting fans of the original.
News
Disney’s
live-action remake of Snow White, starring Rachel
Zegler and Gal Gadot, is currently in the spotlight.
The film opened this weekend and is projected to earn
a domestic debut of around $45 million, based on its
$16 million opening day (including $3.5 million from
Thursday previews) across 4,200 venues. While this
figure positions it as one of the stronger openings
of 2025 so far, it’s a disappointing result for
a film with a reported $270 million production budget.
For comparison, it’s tracking similarly to Disney’s
2019 Dumbo remake ($46 million opening), but falls
short of expectations for a major Disney tentpole,
especially given the studio’s history of successful
live-action remakes like The Little Mermaid ($298
million domestic total). Negative reviews and ongoing
controversies—ranging from casting debates to
cultural backlash—may be dampening its performance,
though audience reactions have been more positive,
potentially offering hope for longer-term legs.
Elsewhere,
Warner Bros.’ Alto Knights, starring Robert De
Niro in dual roles as mob bosses, is struggling with
a projected opening of just $3 million.
Meanwhile,
Jonathan Majors’ comeback film Magazine Dreams
is barely registering, expected to gross under $900,000
from 800 theaters, signaling a tough road ahead for
the boxing drama. The broader 2025 box office has
been sluggish, with earlier releases like Mickey 17
($91 million worldwide against a $118 million budget)
and Black Bag (under $15 million globally) underscoring
a challenging year for original films and mid-budget
projects.
Looking
forward, optimism hinges on upcoming heavyweights
like Tom Cruise’s next Mission: Impossible, a
new Superman film, and James Cameron’s Avatar:
Fire and Ash, slated for late 2025.
Analysts
predict a modest uptick in annual receipts, possibly
nearing $9 billion domestically, compared to 2024’s
$8.6 billion—a recovery still lagging 25% behind
pre-pandemic 2019 highs.
For
now, Snow White remains the weekend’s top story,
but its bite at the box office may not be as strong
as Disney hoped. (A.I News)
Media
Man: More updates and specifics within 24 hours.
Movie
Box Office (North America)
March
16, 2025
1.
Novocaine - $8.7m
2. Mickey 17 - $7.51m
3. Black Bag - $7.5m
4. Captain America: Brave New World - $5.5m
5. The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
- $3.2m
6. The Last Supper - $2.8m
7. Paddington in Peru - $2.78
8. Dog Man - $2.5m
9. The Monkey - $2.47m
10. Last Breath - $2.3m
Anora
Mufasa
Rule Breakers
Night of the Zoopocalypse
Heart Eyes
The Unbreakable Boy
One of Them Days
Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX
Ne Zha 2
Chhaava
*
Correct at time of publication
Movie
Box Office (North America)
March
16, 2025
1.
Novocaine - $8.7m
2.
Mickey 17 - $7.51m
3.
Black Bag - $7.5m
4.
Captain America: Brave New World - $5.5m
5.
The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie -
$3.2m
6.
The Last Supper - $2.8m
7.
Paddington in Peru - $2.78
8.
Dog Man - $2.5m
9.
The Monkey - $2.47m
10.
Last Breath - $2.3m
others
Anora
Mufasa
Rule
Breakers
Night
of the Zoopocalypse
Heart
Eyes
The
Unbreakable Boy
One
of Them Days
Mobile
Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX
Ne
Zha 2
Chhaava
*
Correct at time of publication
Movie
News
Here’s
a roundup of some of the latest movie news as of March
21, 2025:
Warner
Bros. Release Updates: Warner Bros. has shuffled its
release calendar. Zach Cregger’s horror film
Weapons, starring Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, has
moved to August 8, 2025, while Paul Thomas Anderson’s
latest project, an action comedy with Leonardo DiCaprio,
shifts to September 26, 2025. Meanwhile, Maggie Gyllenhaal’s
The Bride! adjusts accordingly. This follows news
that Coyote vs. Acme might see a release via Ketchup
Entertainment after being shelved for a tax write-off,
though hopes remain dim for the incomplete Batgirl
film.
Snow
White Controversy: Disney’s live-action Snow
White remake, starring Rachel Zegler, continues to
stir debate. The film now carries trigger warnings
for “ominous trees” and kissing, as noted
by the BBFC. Its trailer has also sparked backlash
over political leanings and the use of CGI dwarfs
instead of actors, adding to a troubled production
plagued by delays and casting disputes.
John Wick Universe Expands: Keanu Reeves returns as
John Wick in the trailer for Ballerina, a spin-off
starring Ana de Armas, set for release in 2025. Filmed
in 2022, it’s a prequel featuring familiar faces
like the late Lance Reddick’s Charon, keeping
the action-packed franchise alive.
Horror Highlights: NEON’s Together, a body horror
film with Alison Brie and Dave Franco, is slated for
August 1, 2025, dubbed the “horror movie of the
year.” Meanwhile, A24’s Opus is generating
buzz as a spiritual successor to Midsommar, promising
a chilling cult-driven narrative.
Box
Office Buzz: Ne Zha 2, a Chinese animated hit, continues
to dominate China’s box office, while The Alto
Knights, a Robert De Niro mob drama, is tracking to
be one of 2025’s biggest flops with a $45 million
budget. On a brighter note, Happy Gilmore 2 with Adam
Sandler tees up for July 2025.
James
Bond and Bourne Updates: David Heyman (Harry Potter)
and Amy Pascal (Spider-Man) are in talks to helm the
next James Bond films for Amazon. Separately, the
Jason Bourne franchise rights are up for grabs, with
Skydance, Apple, and Netflix in the mix—Matt
Damon’s involvement remains uncertain.
This is just a snapshot of what’s making waves
in the movie world today. Anything specific you’d
like to dive deeper into? (Grok)
Box
Office (North America)
March
9, 2025
1.
Mickey 17- $19.1m
2.
Captain America: Brave New World - $8.5m
3.
Last Breath - $4.2m
4.
The Monkey - $3.9m
5.
Paddington in Peru - $3.85m
6.
Dog Man - $3.5m
7.
Anora - $1.86m
8.
Mufasa - $1.7m
9.
Rule Breakers - $1.6m
10.
Night of the Zoopocalypse - $1.06m
Movie
Box Office (North America)
February
23, 2025
1.
Captain America: Brave New World - $28.3m
2. The Monkey - $14.2m
3. Paddington in Peru - $6.5m
4. Dog Man - $5.9m
5. Ne Zha 2 - $4.4m
6. Heart Eyes - $2.9m
7. Chhaava - $2.7m
8. Mufasa - $2.5m
9. The Unbreakable Boy - $2.5m
10. One of Them Days - $1.4m
*
Correct at time of publication
News
As
reported in previous weeks, box office numbers are
no longer down approx 70 percent from last year, thanks
to more studios finally giving what fans have been
asking for! Developing news story!
Numbers
down from this past Christmas and Boxing Day, when
numbers peaked!
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
News
Movie
News via Grok
I
assume you're asking for the latest movie box office
news! As of today, February 24, 2025, here’s
what’s happening at the box office based on the
most recent updates:
This
weekend, "Captain America: Brave New World"
continues to lead the pack despite a noticeable drop
in its second weekend. It’s pulling in around
$28-30 million domestically, holding onto premium
screens like IMAX, but it’s facing some challenges
with mixed reviews and a steeper decline than some
hoped—closer to "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania"
than the more resilient "Guardians of the Galaxy
Vol. 3." Still, it’s keeping the top spot
globally as it nears $200 million worldwide.
Neon’s
horror flick "The Monkey," directed by Oz
Perkins, is making waves with a strong opening of
$14-17 million in the U.S. after $1.9 million in previews.
It’s the best horror movie opening of the year
so far and Neon’s second-best debut ever, trailing
only "Longlegs." Audiences seem to dig it,
with a 49% "definite recommend" score, suggesting
solid word-of-mouth potential. It’s landing in
second place behind "Captain America."
Meanwhile,
the Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2"
is holding steady in fifth place domestically with
about $3 million this weekend, bringing its U.S. total
to $14.7 million—not bad for a foreign-language
film. But its real story is in China, where it’s
raked in over $1.6 billion, making it the highest-grossing
animated movie ever globally.
Other
tidbits: "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy"
isn’t in U.S. theaters but crushed it overseas
with a $35 million debut, including a record-breaking
rom-com opening in the UK. And "Chhaava,"
a Bollywood hit starring Vicky Kaushal, is doing big
numbers in India, crossing ?120 crore (about $14 million
USD) by its fourth day.
The
box office is buzzing with a mix of superhero fatigue,
horror surprises, and international heavyweights—pretty
lively for a late February weekend! Anything specific
you want to dive into? (Grok)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
February
16, 2025
1.
Captain America: Brave New World - $88.5m
2. Paddington in Peru - $13m
3. Heart Eyes - $10m
4. Dog Man - $9.7m
5. Ne Zha 2 - $7.2m
6. Love Hurts - $4.4m
7. Mufasa: The Lion King - $4.2m
8. One of Them Days - $3m
9. Companion - $1.9m
10. Becoming Led Zeppelin - $1.8m
others
Flight
Risk
Sonic The Hedgehog 3
Moana 2
Presence
Wolf Man
Nosferatu
Wicked
Babygirl
Game Changer
The Last Showgirl
Gladiator II
Homestead
The Fire Inside
*
Correct at time of publication
Movie
News
February
13, 2025
Here's
a roundup of some recent movie news from 2025:
Captain
America: Brave New World: The latest Marvel Studios
film is now in theaters for Valentine's Day, starring
Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, the new Captain America.
This entry seems to be a significant event for Marvel
fans, with some posts on X indicating mixed reception
regarding the villains, but a notable appearance by
Red Hulk.
Marvel's
Future and Blade: Michael B. Jordan has expressed
confidence in Marvel's return to success while specifically
mentioning his desire to see a "Blade" movie,
hinting at potential future projects or his involvement
in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The
Fantastic Four: First Steps: Miles Teller has reacted
positively to the first trailer for this new Fantastic
Four movie, suggesting optimism despite past challenges
with the franchise.
The
Muppets: There's buzz around the development of a
new "Muppet" movie, with Disney reportedly
working on a new project to bring back the beloved
characters.
Super
Bowl 2025 Trailers: The Super Bowl featured several
movie trailers, including a new "Thunderbolts*"
with its mysterious asterisk, and a live-action "Lilo
& Stitch", alongside other high-profile films.
This event has kickstarted the blockbuster movie season
early.
Blackpink's
Lisa in Acting: Lisa from Blackpink has made her acting
debut in HBO's "The White Lotus" and has
expressed interest in starring in an action movie,
showcasing her transition from music to acting.
Superman
and Krypto: James Gunn made an appearance with his
dog Ozu during the Puppy Bowl, connecting to his upcoming
"Superman" movie where Ozu was an inspiration
for Krypto.
Ne
Zha 2: This Chinese animated film has become a monumental
success, surpassing $1 billion in a single market,
indicating a shift towards domestic films in China
over Hollywood imports.
Green
Day-Inspired Movie: Live Nation Productions is working
on a comedy movie inspired by and developed with the
band Green Day, titled "New Years Rev".
OTT
Releases: In Tamil cinema, platforms like Netflix,
Amazon Prime Video, and others are seeing new releases
this week, including films like "Deepavali",
"Lineman", and "Hitler", reflecting
a strong inclination towards digital platforms for
movie watching.
This
summary reflects the dynamic and vibrant landscape
of the film industry as of early 2025, with significant
releases, new projects, and shifts in market trends.
(Grok)
News
The
Batman 2 Filming Confirmed
Robert
Pattinson has confirmed that filming for 'THE BATMAN
2' will start at the end of 2025, with the film set
to premiere in theaters on October 1, 2027. This announcement
has sparked considerable excitement among fans and
film enthusiasts, as it marks the continuation of
Pattinson's portrayal of Batman in a darker, more
intense setting. The sequel aims to build on the gritty
atmosphere established in the first film, with promotional
images and discussions highlighting Batman's iconic
presence against dramatic backdrops. (Grok)
News
Mickey
17 World Premiere
The
world premiere of 'Mickey 17', directed by Bong Joon-ho,
took place in London, featuring stars like Robert
Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo.
The film, a mix of sci-fi drama and political satire,
addresses themes of capitalism, colonization, and
corruption. Critics and attendees lauded the film
for its innovative storytelling and relevance to current
issues, with special mention of Pattinson's dual role.
The event was marked by high-profile appearances,
fan interactions, and media coverage, highlighting
the film's anticipated impact on contemporary cinema.
(Grok)
News
On
Swift Horses Trailer Release
The
upcoming film 'ON SWIFT HORSES,' set to release on
April 25, 2025, delves into themes of bisexuality,
complex relationships, and personal desires within
a 1950s melodramatic setting. Directed by Daniel Minahan
and produced by the team behind 'Call Me By Your Name'
and 'Nomadland,' it features a cast including Jacob
Elordi, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Will Poulter, Diego Calva,
and Sasha Calle. The story follows Julius and Muriel,
who meet in San Diego and embark on a journey to Las
Vegas, exploring themes of gambling with life's opportunities
and the pursuit of personal gain. Promotional materials
suggest a narrative filled with drama, romance, and
self-discovery, highlighted by intimate and emotional
interactions among the characters. (Grok)
News
Borderline
Trailer Release
The
upcoming thriller 'BORDERLINE', set to release on
March 14, 2025, stars Samara Weaving as Sofia, a pop
star kidnapped by an obsessive fan, Ray Nicholson,
who believes they are destined to marry. The film
blends psychological horror with comedy, unfolding
in a grand, eerie mansion in 1990s Los Angeles. Written
by Jimmy Warden, known for 'Cocaine Bear', and produced
by the teams behind 'Barbie' and 'Promising Young
Woman', 'BORDERLINE' showcases Weaving in her recurring
role as a 'scream queen', highlighting her in various
intense and dramatic scenarios. The narrative explores
themes of obsession and forced matrimony, with the
mansion setting enhancing the film's suspenseful atmosphere.
(Grok)
News
Movie
Box Office (North America)
February
9, 2025
1.
Dog Man - $13.7m
2. Heart Eyes - $8.5m
3. Love Hurts - $5.8
4. Mufasa: The Lion King - $3.9m
5. Companion - $3.02m
6. One of Them Days - $3m
7. Becoming Led Zeppelin - $2.63m
8. Flight Risk - $2.6m
9. Sonic The Hedgehog 3 - $1.75m
10. Moana 2 - $1.5m
others...
Presence
Wolf Man
Nosferatu
Wicked
Babygirl
Game Changer
The Last Showgirl
Gladiator II
Homestead
The Fire Inside
*
Correct at time of publication
News
As reported in previous weeks, box office numbers
are no longer down approx 70 percent from last year,
thanks to more studios finally giving what fans have
been asking for! Developing news story!
Numbers
down from this past Christmas and Boxing Day, when
numbers peaked! (References: Wikipedia, Box Office
Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
January
5, 2025
1.
Mufasa: The Lion King - $23.8m
2.
Sonic The Hedgehog 3 - $21.2m
3.
Nosferatu - $13.2m
4.
Moana 2 - $12.4m
5.
Wicked - $10.2m
6.
A Complete Unknown - $8.6m
7.
Babygirl - $4.5m
8.
Gladiator II - $2.7m
9.
Homestead - $2.1m
10.
The Fire Inside $1.2m
Movie
Box Office (North America)
December
29, 2024
1.
Sonic The Hedgehog 3 - $38m
2.
Mufasa: The Lion King - $37.1m
3.
Nosferatu - $21.2m
4.
Wicked - $19.5m
5.
Moana 2 - $18.2m
6.
A Complete Unknown - $11.6m
7.
Babygirl - $4.4m
8.
Gladiator II - $4.2m
9.
Homestead - $3.2m
10.
The Fire Inside $2m
Movie
Box Office (North America)
December
22, 2024
1.
Sonic The Hedgehog 3 - $62m
2.
Mufasa: The Lion King - $35m
3.
Wicked - $13.5m
4.
Moana 2 - $13.1m
5.
Homestead - $6m
6.
Gladiator II - $3.5m
7.
Kraven the Hunter - $3.1m
8.
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim - $1.3m
9.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever - $825,000
10.
Queer - $364,000
Movie
Box Office (North America)
December
22, 2024
1.
Sonic The Hedgehog 3 - $62m
2.
Mufasa: The Lion King - $35m
3.
Wicked - $13.5m
4.
Moana 2 - $13.1m
5.
Homestead - $6m
6.
Gladiator II - $3.5m
7.
Kraven the Hunter - $3.1m
8.
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim - $1.3m
9.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever - $825,000
10.
Queer - $364,000
Movie
Box Office (North America)
November
24, 2024
1.
Wicked - $114m
2.
Gladiator II - $55.5m
3.
Red One - $13. 3m
4.
Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. - $5.1m
5.
Venom: The Last Dance - $4m
6.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever - $3.5m
7.
Heretic - $2.2m
8.
The Wild Robot - $2m
9.
Smile 2 - $1.1m
10.
A Real Pain - $1.1m
Movies/Showbiz
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Office Buzz Under The Media Man Watercooler
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In Case You Missed It!
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Showbiz News With Number Guestimates!
November
23, 2024
Wicked
And Gladiator: Glicked
‘Wicked’
Nears $117M Opening
‘Gladiator
II’ Fights for $60M
Barbenheimer
shades whispers Hollywooder insiders and deep throat
Red
One Gets (with GQ) interview feature balances the
PR for Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson at WWE prepares for
the electrifying cross-over star; Amazon Prime can
take mixed DJ releases; WWE wants the best version
of 'The Final Boss' in the TKO Group universe! Wrestling
Fans Looking Out For DJ at WWE Survivor Series, Royal
Rumble, SmackDown, RAW On Netflix in Jan, lead up
to WrestleMania Season. DJ business with The Bloodline
on the cards; Amazon Prime Will Wrestle With Numbers
And Movie Critics!: Media Man
WWE
Legend John Cena Notices DJ's Success and Mixed Reviews'
Cena To Return To Streaming - Peacemaker again! Cena
to retire from WWE in 2025
Barbenheimer
- Universal’s musical Wicked and Paramount’s
Gladiator II ... Glicked, Wikiator or whatever the
hell you want — is joyful weekend at the pre-Thanksgiving
box office for fans and showbiz bean counters alike,
young and old! The industry needed some great news
and this is it folks. Santa came early this year?!
Wicked
is headed for a US Box Office debut of approx $117
million. Broadway musical based production heading
for history books
Wicked
aiming for global $165 million hit/launch
Disney
Animation’s Moana 2 opens November 27
Huge
5 Day Thanksgiving Holiday Numbers
Wicked
investment circa $150 million plus marketing budget!
Movie
Industry And Fans Celebrating
Solid
Numbers To Be Released In Approx 24 Hours
Developing
Story as per Internet news 24/7 News Cycle
October
13, 2024
1.
Terrifier 3 - $18.3m
2.
The Wild Robot - $13.5m
3.
Joker: Folie à Deux - $7.1m
4.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $7.1m
5.
Piece By Piece - $3.8m
6.
Transformers One - $3.7m
7.
Saturday Night - $3.4m
8.
My Hero Academia - $3m
9.
The Nightmare Before Christmas - $2.3m
10.
The Apprentice - $1.6m
Movie
Box Office (North America)
October
6, 2024
1.
Joker: Folie à Deux - $40m
2.
The Wild Robot - $18.7m
3.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $10.3m
4.
Transformers One - $5.4m
4.
Devara Part 1 - $5.6m
5.
Speak No Evil - $2.8m
6.
Sam and Colby - $1.8m
7.
White Bird - $1.53m
8.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $1.52m
9.
The Substance - $1.3m
10.
Megalopolis - $1.1m
others
...
My
Old Ass
Never
Let Go
Am
I Racist
Reagan
Jung
Kook: I Am Still
Alien:
Romulus
The
Killer's Game
It
Ends with Us
The
Forge
God's
Not Dead: In God We Trust
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
September
29, 2024
1.
Wild Robot - $35m
2.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $16m
3.
Transformers One - $9.3m
4.
Devara Part 1 - $5.6m
5.
Speak No Evil - $4.3m
6.
Megalopolis - $4m
7.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $2.79m
8.
My Old Ass - $2.2m
9.
Never Let Go - $2.2m
10.
The Substance - $1.6m
others
Am
I Racist
Reagan
Jung
Kook: I Am Still
Alien:
Romulus
The
Killer's Game
It
Ends with Us
The
Forge
God's
Not Dead: In God We Trust
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
September 22, 2024
1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $26m
2.
Transformers One: - $25m
3.
Speak No Evil - $5.9m
4.Never
Let Go - $4.5m
5.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $3.9m
6.
The Substance - $3.1m
7.
Am I Racist - $2.5m
8.
Reagan - $1.7m
9.
Jung Kook: I Am Still - $1.4m
10.
Alien: Romulus - $1.3m
others
...
The
Killer's Game
It
Ends with Us
The
Forge
od's
Not Dead: In God We Trust
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
September
15, 2024
1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $51.6m
2.
Speak No Evil - $11.5
3.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $5.2m
4.
Am I Racist - $4.8m
5.
Reagan - $3m
6.
The Killer's Game - $2.6m
7.
Alien: Romulus - $2.4m
8.
It Ends with Us - $2.3m
9.
The Forge - $2m
10.
God's Not Dead: In God We Trust - $1.5m
others
...
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
September
8, 2024
1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $110m
2.
Deadpool and Wolverine - $7.2m
3.
Reagan - $5.2m
4.
Alien: Romulus - $3.9m
5.
It Ends with Us - $3.8m
6.
The Forge - $2.9m
7.
Twisters - $2.3m
8.
Blink Twice - $2.2m
9.
Despicable Me 4 - $1.8m
10.
The Front Room - $1.7
others
...
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
Movie
Box Office (North America)
1.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $19.5 million
2.
Alien: Romulus - $11.5 million
3.
It Ends with Us - $9.5 million
4.
Reagan - $9.2 million
5.
Twisters $8.8 million
6.
The Forge - $6.3 million
7.
Blink Twice - $5.9 million
8.
Despicable Me 4 - $5.6 million
9.
Afraid - $4.5 million
10.
Inside Out $4 million
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The
documentary "Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery
of Cape St. Francis" reveals the untold story
behind Bruce Brown's iconic film "The Endless
Summer." It follows the journey of Dick Metz,
a California surf pioneer, as he travels the world
from 1958 to 1961. Metz's adventures lead him to discover
the "perfect wave" at Cape St. Francis in
South Africa, which inspires Bruce Brown to create
"The Endless Summer" and revolutionize the
sport of surfing. The film also documents Metz's return
to South Africa at the age of 90 to retrace his original
journey. It features interviews with influential figures
in the surfing world, including Metz, Bruce Brown,
and other surfers. The premiere of the film at the
Newport Beach Film Festival is particularly special
for director Richard Yelland, as it tells a personal
story rooted in his hometown.
This
is for the North American theatrical release of the
film.
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more information, go to: www.adventureentertainment.com
Movie
Box Office (North America)
August
18, 2024
1.
Alien: Romulus - $41.5m
2.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $29m
3.
It Ends with Us - $24m
4.
Twisters - $9.8m
5.
Coraline - $8.4m
6.
Despicable Me 4 - $6m
7.
Trap - $3.4m
8.
Inside Out 2 - $3.2m
9.
Stree 2 - $2.6m
10.
Borderlands - $2.4m
others...
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
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Movie
Box Office (North America)
August
18, 2024
1.
Alien: Romulus - $41.5m
2.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $29m
3.
It Ends with Us - $24m
4.
Twisters - $9.8m
5.
Coraline - $8.4m
6.
Despicable Me 4 - $6m
7.
Trap - $3.4m
8.
Inside Out 2 - $3.2m
9.
Stree 2 - $2.6m
10.
Borderlands - $2.4m
others...
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
Movie
Box Office (North America)
August
4, 2024
1.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $97m
2.
Twisters - $22.7m
3.
Trap - $15.6m
4.
Despicable Me 4 - $11.3
5.
Inside Out 2 - $6.7m
6.
Harold and the Purple Crayon - $6m
7.
Longlegs - $4.1m
8.
The Firing Squad - $1.6m
9.
A Quiet Place: Day One - $1.4m
10.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die - $601,000
others...
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Pop
Culture/Streaming Entertainment
Top
10 Movies Streaming (United States)
1.
The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (Hulu)
2.
Deadpool 2 (Disney+)
3.
Twister (Max)
4.
Deadpool (Disney+)
5.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (Netflix)
6.
Tarot (Netflix)
7.
If (Paramount+)
8.
Wicked Little Letters (Netflix)
9.
Challengers (MGM+)
10.
Abigail (Peacock)
Others
The
Beekeeper (Prime Video)
Find
Me Falling (Netflix)
My
Spy: The Eternal City (Netflix)
*correct
at time of publication
Streaming
TV (United States)
Top
10 TV
1.
House of the Dragon (Max)
2.
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Netflix)
3.
Presumed Innocent (Apple TV+)
4.
Batman: Caped Crusader (Prime Video)
5.
Time Bandits (Apple TV+)
6.
The Decameron (Netflix)
7.
The Bear (Hulu)
8.
The Boys (Prime Video)
9.
Mayor of Kingstown (Paramount+)
10.
Evil (Paramount+)
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Service
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online provider of entertainment (music, movies, multi-episode
series, etc.) that delivers content over an Internet
connection to the subscriber's computer, TV or mobile
device.
Netflix,
Amazon Prime, Binge (Australia), Kayo Sports (Australia),
Hulu, HBO, Disney, ESPN Plus, Gaia, Passionflix, Spotify,
Discovery, Peacock, Paramount Plus, Triller TV, UFC
Fight Pass, WWE Network and Apple TV+ are examples
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Movie
Box Office (North America)
July
28, 2024
1.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $205m
2.
Twisters - $35.3m
3.
Despicable Me 4 - $14.2
4.
Inside Out 2 - $8.3m
5.
Longlegs - $6.8m
6.
A Quiet Place: Day One - $3m
7.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die - $1.3m
8.
The Fabulous Four - $1m
9.
Fly Me to the Moon - $950,000
10.
Raayan - $453,000
others...
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Streaming (United States)
July
11 - 17, 2024
1.
If - Paramount+
2.
The Beekeeper - Prime Video
3.
Hillbilly Elegy - Netflix
4.
Twister - Max
5.
X - Kanopy
6.
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F - Netflix
7.
Pearl - Prime Video
8.
Monkey Man - Peacock
9.
Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire - Max
10.
A Quiet Place - Paramount+
Box
Office News (North America)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
July
7, 2024
1.
Despicable Me 4 - $75m
2.
Inside Out 2 - $30m
3.
A Quiet Place: Day One - $21m
4.
MaXXXine - $6.7m
5.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die - $6.6m
6.
Horizon: An American Saga - $5.5m
7.
Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot - $3.2m
8.
Kalki 2898 AD - $1.8m
9.
The Bikeriders - $1.3m
10.
Kinds of Kindness - $860,000
others...
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
June
30, 2024
1.
Inside Out 2 - $57.4m
2.
A Quiet Place: Day One - $53m
3.
Horizon: An American Saga: Chapter 1 - $11m
4.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die - $10m plus
5.
Kalki 2898 AD - $10m plus
6.
The Bikeriders - $3.3m
7.
The Garfield Movie - $2m
8.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes - $1.7m
9.
Jatt & Juliet 3 - $1.52m
10.
Kinds of Kindness - $1.5m
others...
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
The
Watchers
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
1.
TThe Garfield Movie - $14m
2.
If - $10.8m
3.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga - $10.75m
4.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes - $8.8m
5.
The Fall Guy - $4.2m
6.
The Strangers: Chapter 1 - $3.6m
7.
Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle - $3.5m
8.
In a Violent Nature - $2.1m
9.
Ezra at No. 9 -$1.1m
10.
Sight - $1m
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Box
Office News (North America)
1.
Kung Fu Panda 4 - $30 million
2.
Dune: Part Two - $29.1 million
3.
Arthur the King - $7.5 million
4.
Imaginary - $5.6 million
5.
Cabrini - $2.8 million
6.
Love Lies Bleeding - $2.5 million
7,
Bob Marley: One Love - $2.3 million
8.
One Life - $1.7 million
9.
The American Society of Magical Negroes - $1.3 million
10.
Ordinary Angels - $1 million
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Casino
was my last good role, says iconic actress Sharon
Stone
Sharon
Stone has said she never got a good part again after
1995's Casino and described herself as "the invisible
actress".
The
Basic Instinct star, now a stunning 66, has since
appeared in films such as Catwoman, Lovelace and Basic
Instinct 2.
Stone
was passed over on snatching an Oscar for Martin Scorsese's
crime thriller Casino to Susan Sarandon in Dead Man
Walking.
Speaking
on high profile Louis Theroux Podcast, Stone disclosed
The Godfather director Francis Ford Coppola warned
her in advance that this would be the case.
She
said: "Francis put his hand on my shoulder and
he said: 'I need to talk to you.'
"He
said: 'You're not going to win the Oscar.'
'I
want you to feel like you're going to cry now. I don't
want you to cry in the room, and that's why I'm doing
this, and it feels so mean right now.
"'But
I didn't win for The Godfather and Marty didn't win
for Raging Bull, and you're not going to win for Casino."
Coppola
said none of them won because the Academy couldn't
"hear opera", she remembered.
"'This
is not the level of films they want," she remembers
him saying.
Discussing
attending the Oscars when she knew she was going to
lose, she said: "You have to pretend it's fantastic
and it's not fantastic.
"And
then I didn't get any good parts ever again for the
rest of my entire life."
When
Theroux replied: "That can't be true. I'm sure
there were other movies you did that were good,"
she replied: "No, and guess what? I hate it."
She
continued: "It's easier to say: 'She's cold',
or: 'I don't like her', or: 'She's difficult', or:
'She must be sick', or: 'She's too old', or that 'she's
hard to cast', or: 'We don't know what to do with
her.'
Stone
also touched on her experiences with disgraced and
vulgar producer Harvey Weinstein, who is in the clink
(jail) for sex offences and with whom she she crossed
paths at events for the Aids charity Amfar.
She
said: "I had a long time of dealing with Harvey
and I'm really glad that he's in prison and I think
he should stay there with the rest of the people who
are like him. Harvey's a pig. He's an octopus and
you're just always getting one of his tentacles off
you."
Asked
if she was too powerful for him to try to coerce into
sex, she said: "He would say things to me like:
'You know, you think you're such a princess, Sharon,'
as I would unwind him off me.
"And
I'd say: 'Yeah, I think I'm the queen of France. F***
off.'
"But
he was certainly comfortable with throwing me across
the room. He was physically violent to me on more
than one occasion because he was so angry at me because
I wouldn't do what he wanted me to do."
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2010 Season's
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at the latest from Aussiewood and Hollywood powerhouses James Bond, with a Bondi
Beach twist, Marvel Entertainment (go Wolverine)..we love you Hugh, Spider-Man,
Underbelly and more.. Media Man http://www.mediamanint.com
and Gambling911 with your celebrity and
entertainment news fix, just in time for the New Year. Ho Ho Ho!... MGM
Emerging from Bankruptcy; Wants To Produce James Bond 23... MGM
Studios is emerging from bankruptcy with a $500 million line of credit, and its
first Xmas wish is to produce James Bond #23, rumoured to be directed by Sam Mendes
and starring Daniel Craig (again), despite many leaks saying that means it will
be a gay Bond (for real), if you follow. The
James Bond franchise has long been a fav of casino and gambling lovers, with Casino
Royale being the top pick for most punters. MGM
Studios has been going through the wars as of late, with the filing of bankruptcy
hanging around their neck. Their massive financial troubles led to the delay of
not only The Hobbit, directed by New Zealander Peter Jackson, but also James Bond
23 starring the Daniel Craig. The
studio just underwent a giant restructuring and was able to acquire $500 million
worth of credit from financial powerhouse JP Morgan, a good lot of which will
likely be spent on the sequel to Quantum of Solace. MGM is expected to partner
with Sony for co-financing, as it has done a few times previously with Casino
Royale and Quantum of Solace. Bond
fans, did you know that 2012 marks the fiftieth anniversary of Dr. No (1962),
the very first James Bond movie ever, which makes it bloody good timing to release
a new Bond movie. The studio will be attempting to secure and shore up its cast,
director, and screenplay for the new movie in very short order. The
studio had previously announced that Peter Morgan, and frequent Bond collaborators
Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, would be penning a draft of Bond 23. Purvis and Wade
have worked on every James Bond flick since The World Is Not Enough, and that
includes Die Another Day, Casino Royale, and Quantum of Solace - the last two
of which were rewritten, to some extent, by Paul Haggis. Rumors
have been flying for months have indicated that Sam Mendes (American Beauty, Revolutionary
Road) is leading the pack to direct the new movie. Now, Mendes is not a filmmaker
known for his action style skills. He did however direct Road to Perdition, co-starring
none other than Daniel Craig. As
of press, James Bond will not be film in 3D. Oh, did we mention Media Man is the
agent and manager for John Seru who played bad guy Gabor in Bond's 'The World
Is Not Enough'. In Nine's 'Underbelly' Seru placed Kiwi Steve in the following
episodes: Alpha and Omega, The Good Lieutenant, Hurt on Duty (2010), Saving Face
and Women in Uniform. MGM
is still technically under bankruptcy protection for a couple more months. Marvel
Entertainment's The Avengers: New Mexico Connection... Marvel
Entertainment's biggest film project of all time is is now New Mexico’s biggest
film production ever as 'The Avengers' confirms its 2011 shooting locations. Thor
not only hits off the summer movie season of 2011, but it sets up events that
will culminate in the Marvel superhero team-up epic, The Avengers, the following
year. With story elements of Thor taking place in New Mexico, and the production
shooting in Santa Fe and Galisteo, it’s of little surprise to see Marvel
Studios returning once again for their biggest project ever. New
Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and Marvel Studios officially announced the agreement
making The Avengers the single largest film production in the state’s history.
The current schedule has Joss Whedon’s The Avengers shooting in New Mexico
between April and September of next year, using both Albuquerque Studios and of
course, the beautiful and vast surrounding locations that so many other major
Hollywood flicks have used. The
Avengers also is set to shoot action in Michigan and New York but production will
primarily take place in New Mexico’s largest city Albuquerque. Governor
Richardson talks to local economic benefits to New Mexico: "In addition to
being our biggest production to date, The Avengers will be the most technologically
advanced and will provide cutting-edge training opportunities for our crew…
I’m announcing this as a Christmas present of sorts to the people of New
Mexico. This is a perfect example of the incredible job creation, economic impact
and global visibility this industry has brought our state over the past eight
years, and of the need to keep it moving forward." So
Marvel heroes fans, be looking out for Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth,
Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, Scarlett Johansson, Clark Gregg and Samuel L. Jackson. Thor
opens May 5, 2011; The First Avenger: Captain America hits July 22, 2011 and The
Avengers is scheduled to debut May 4, 2012. Spider-Man:
Broadway No Match For Movie; Spidy Fans Disappointed; Would Rather Play Spider-Man
Games And Play Dress Up... The
new and much talked about Spider-Man musical has another problem stuck in its
web. Sick to death of waiting for the problematic Broadway show to officially
open, critics for two mainstream news companies released early and negative reviews
of the $65 million musical, which won't officially open until February 7. Writing
for Bloomberg News, the influential financial news wire service, veteran critic
John Simon slammed the show as "an unfocused hodge-podge of story-telling,
myth-making and spectacle that comes up short in every department. A few good
songs would help, in which department the show is sorely lacking," Simon
wrote in the review late Sunday night. Like most rock stars, Bono and The Edge
haven’t a clue about writing for the theatre." The
U2 legends wrote the score for the show, which was directed by Lion King helmer
Julie Taymor. Both
Simon and Newsday's Linda Winer defended their premature reviews on the grounds
that the show was charging full ticket prices in some cases more than $200 a seat
for the performances, and that the opening date had been pushed back twice. Winer
called the show's infamous high-flying acrobatics "exciting and scary, in
a circus way" but dismissed the second act as "weak." Simon
was also impressed with the flying scenes: "An hour of anticipation for about
90 seconds of exhilaration," he wrote. Would
you believe four actors have been injured during the show's rehearsals, including
a horrible injury to lead aerialist Chris Tierney last week. Critics
almost never publish their reviews of productions before the official opening
night. Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark has pushed back its debut twice. The
New York Times said in a posting to its arts blog that it would not review the
show until the official opening. Media
Man loves Marvel Entertainment, Spider-Man and U2, but this project does not sound
good. Sorry guys. Underbelly
TV Movie Legal Problems... Network
Nine may be forced to shelve forever one of its Underbelly telemovies because
of legal action in the state of New South Wales. Tell
Them Lucifer Was Here, the first of 3vtelemovies being made under the Underbelly
Files title, tells the story of the 1998 murders of Victoria cops Rod Miller and
Gary Silk. After
a probing investigation by the Lorimer Task Force, Bandali Debs and Jason Roberts
were found guilty of the double murder in 2003. Debs was sentenced to life in
prison, Roberts to 35 years. The
subject seemed relatively safe... for true crime. Reader may recall the first
Underbelly could not be screened in Victoria. However,
anything that identifies "Debs" could be a bit no go zone in NSW. On
September 24, the Victorian Government Solicitor applied to the Melbourne Magistrates
Court to have Debs transferred to a NSW prison for questioning over the death
of a Sydney prostitute 15 years ago. Debs's
lawyer, Michael De Young, did not oppose the application, saying his client maintained
his innocence and was confident of being acquitted and returned to Victoria. New
South Wales Police have been trying for 2 years to question Debs...also was convicted
in 2007 of the 1997 murder of 18-year-old sex worker Kristy Harty...and reckon
they have enough evidence to link him to the killing. The
transfer order was granted by the court, but Debs had 14 days to appeal the decision. Channel
Nine has 3 options: rush the Silk-Miller telemovie out before NSW police have
laid any charges that might arise from the interview; release the telemovie in
all states bar NSW if charges are laid; or hold off for a national release until
any case has been heard. Nine
has has yet to comment on this matter. Underbelly
#4 To Hit Aussie TV... A
4th Underbelly series to screen in 2011 promises to showcase the birth of organised
crime in Australia. Based
in Sydney in the roaring 1920s, Underbelly Razor tells the story of the bloody
battle between "vice queens" Tilly Devine and her rival Kate Leigh. The
Nine Network are calling it their most "ambitious and daring" Underbelly
series yet. It
will be joined by 3 Underbelly telemovies - Tell Them Lucifer was Here, Infiltration
and The Man Who Got Away...which were announced earlier in the year. Aussie
Poker Celeb King Shane Warnie Tag Team With Wolverine Hugh Jackman In Cricket
Nets; Jackman Hit In Balls (Almost) In Lead Up To Boxing Day Ashes Test... The
tag team led the celebrity contingent to the Melbourne Cricket Group for the prestigious
Boxing Day Test. 'Our Hugh' got hit in the balls by a Warnie spinner, so it seemed,
but he had a cup on, perhaps taking safeguards, after getting hit in the eye with
a foreign object at his Oprah Winfrey grand entrance via way of flying fox a couple
of weeks ago. Wolverine Jackman joined other famous mugs in the crowd, including
Opposition Leader Tony 'The Bruiser' Abbott and veteran English talk show king
Sir Michael Parkinson aka 'Parkie'. Premier Ted Baillieu and wife Robyn also tagged
along, as did Eddie "Everywhere" McGuire, Cathy Freeman and Molly Meldrum.
In a smart and rather cunning move, just outside the MCG sports stars and entertainment
biz celebs tag teamed a game of cricket which raised money for the McGrath Foundation.
The foundation ambassador Lee Furlong joined ex-cricketers Justin Langer and Michael
Slater, Glen Moriarty, Kris Smith and Guy Sebastian at the friendly game. Earlier,
Shane Warne made one of his very first public appearances since the "Hurley-burley",
acting as host for his fav Shane Warne Foundation's annual Boxing Day breakfast
at Crown. Warne mate, James Packer, attended, along with wife Erica in a show
of support. Singer Leo Sayer also entertained to an appreciative crowd that included
Glenn Robbins, Mark Taylor, Ian Healy, Aaron Hamill and Bill Brownless. A great
day was had by all, as best we can tell. Aussie
Poker Celeb Shane Warne And UK Sort Liz Hurley: Come Down Under And Come In Spinner?... Is
Liz Hurley coming to Australia? Getting spotted at Heathrow Airport sent press
into a frenzy and created munch speculation she will keep her date with Warnie.
Friends of Hurley told the Pommie press she had dumped the cricket spin legend
after learning he had sent more than 100 sexy text messages to another woman behind
her back. Warnie is known for his ability to sent sexy texts that can get the
right response. Now it appears Liz may have reconsidered after attempts to stop
an imminent divorce and rekindle her relationship with husband Arun Nayar reportedly
failed. During her public flirtation with the spinner on Twitter, Hurley wrote
that she was keen to attend the January 3 "Pink Test," which supports
the Jane McGrath Foundation. Talk about a play on words "Pink Test",
got to love her form. Liz also told Warnie she would "definitely" make
an appearance on his Channel Nine chat show if she made it to Sydney. Sources
close to the Aussie spinner have said the cricketer was devastated after being
apparently dropped by Hurley, having previously confided his desire to marry her.
Both Hurley and Warne announced on Twitter that they had split from their respective
partners shortly after spending 2 delightful, fun filled nights together at a
luxury London hotel earlier this month and being papped kissing outside a restaurant.
Warne was last week caught in the outfield sending erotic texts, including, "I
want to see you riding me" to middle-aged Melbourne mum Adele Angeleri. In
an apparent attempt to win Hurley back after the messages were published in the
British tabloids he logged back on to Twitter to pen "No matter what anyone
says if you know in your heart… who cares what people think / say !!!"
Hurley was snatched in the airport mess at Heathrow, where snowy conditions caused
widespread cancellations from Saturday, leaving over 100,000 punters stranded,
having their patience tested. A fellow traveler said the swimwear model and well
loved celeb babe "looked nervous" as she attempted to blend in with
the crowd, wearing large sunglasses and dressing down. "She'd dressed down
and it was clear she wanted to be left alone," the witness told The Sun.
"She looked like a woman with a lot on her mind." Liz’s office
refused to comment on her travel plans. Whatever the case, we wish Liz (and Warnie)
well on any of their upcoming travel plans. Betting
For Aussies On TV And Film Success: Not Yet... Many
Australia's remain pissed that they are not able to bet on financial outcomes
of upcoming TV shows and motion pictures. Passionate Aussies has been reading
reports filed by Media Man and Gambling911 on Box Office betting exchanges, but
none of the action has come to Australia, so us Aussies can't be on it. We're
not sure any Yankees of Canooks got to bet on outcomes either. Sly, Arnie and
Wall Street - when you read this, give us an update please. We want to bet on
movie and TV outcomes. PartyGaming and Virgin were rumoured to have some interest
in the concept, but nothing has eventuated from our probe as yet. Oh, if you want
to see the way Hollywood used to work, do yourself a favor and rent or buy 'The
Last Mogul', which told the career story of the late Lew Wasserman. Oh, we heard
you want a review, so here it is mates... The
Last Mogul: The Life And Times Of Lew Wasserman... For
the second half of the 20th century, Lew Wasserman was without question the most
powerful money man in show business, even if most people had no idea who he was.
Born in Cleveland, OH, in 1913, Wasserman started out booking music gigs for mob-controlled
clubs, and quickly became an agent for Music Corporation of America, which became
the most lucrative music agency in America. Funny that. As Wasserman rose through
the ranks at MCA, he established such innovative business practices as "packaging"
talent i.e: booking hot acts and artists only in a package deal with other artists
who were not as talented, to put it politely, and took the company into managing
acting talent in Hollywood, where he re invented the film industry forever by
negotiating a ground-breaking deal for James Stewart on the film Winchester '73,
which reduced the actor's up-front salary in favor of a cut of the movie's profits,
earning the actor a mint in the process. Under Wasserman's lead at MCA, the company
took over Universal Pictures, established the studio's television branch and made
it the most important production outlet in the business), created the hugely successful
Universal City studio tours, and expanded MCA's recording branch into one of the
biggest record companies in the world. Wasserman was also politically well connected.
Ronald Reagan was one of his early clients when MCA want Hollywood), and was reputed
to have some handy connections to organized crime. Wasserman was a secretive fellow
who did not give interviews or commit anything to writing if it could be avoided,
but he knew nearly everyone in show business. The Last Mogul: The Life and Times
of Lew Wasserman is a documentary that through interviews with his friends and
business associates beautifully showcases his remarkable career, from his childhood
in Ohio to his death in 2002. Yep, there's mob ties and such, but hey, that's
show business. Wrap
Up... Readers...
er, punters, how did you like our report? What films and celebs take your liking?
As Shane Warne says, 'How good was that?!". Have you been naughty or nice?
Did Santa give you what you had hoped for? What have you got planned for New Year's
Eve? Tell us in the forum. If
you have a bet, please bet with your head, not over it, and for God's sake, have
fun. *Greg
Tingle is a special contributor for Gambling911 *Media
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- Hollywood Entertainment News, by Greg Tingle - 29th November 2010 Sylvester
Stallone Sex Film 'The Party at Kitty and Stud's' Sells For $400K on eBay... Sly,
The Italian Stallion himself, is back in action…erotic action, sort of...
The rights to a soft-porn film starring Sylvester Stallone four decades ago, was
sold on e-Bay for $412,100. The then strapped-for-cash star made his on-screen
debut in the 1970 film "The Party at Kitty and Stud's." Stallone played
Stud, a young man who, along with his oversexed lover Kitty, enjoys inviting various
women into their bed. The 71-minute movie was eventually renamed "The Italian
Stallion" by Bryanston Distributors after the actor became famous in "Rocky."
Now that the rights have been purchased (the owner has not yet been identified),
it's likely the film will be re-released, The Sun reported. In an interview in
the 1970s, Stallone, now 64, told Playboy that he was so poor that he had to take
the role. "It was either do that movie or rob someone because I was at the
end—at the very end—of my rope. Instead of doing something desperate,
I worked two days for $200." After filming "Rocky," the erotic
filmmakers tried to sell the movie back to Stallone for $100,000, but the actor
said he "wouldn't pay two bucks for it," according to AOL's Moviefone.
Last year MGM unsuccessfully tried to buy the flick. Sly, you've cum a long way
since then. U2
legend Bono Waits For Table At Australian Bondi Beaches' Icebergs... Bono
snuck into 'Sin City' Sydney on Saturday. He headed for a eat and a drink as he
often does when down under. The renowned Irish rock singer, who spent two weeks
at Sydney's Bungan Beach with his family in 2006 completely undetected, casually
strolled into Rose Bay nosherie Catalina on Sunday for a seafood feed with guitarist
The Edge (David Evans) and the eatery's owner, Michael McMahon. On Saturday night
he arrived unannounced at Icebergs Dining Room and Bar at Bondi Beach and like
a normal person waited or a table at the "no reservations" restaurant.
"He was having a red cocktail but didn't finish it because a table became
available," advised a deepthroat. No, not a Stallone type of deepthroat you
rascals. The U2 360 tour begins in Melbourne this Wednesday night. Avatar
Michelle Rodriguez Star Teams Up With Sea Shepherd In Perth... Hollywood
babe actress Michelle Rodriguez, star of Avatar, was in Fremantle supporting anti-whaling
activist group Sea Shepherd. Rodriguez has been aboard Sea Shepherd’s flagship
vessel MY Steve Irwin. The crew are replenishing supplies before heading to the
Southern Ocean in December. The trip, dubbed 'Operation No Compromise', will be
Sea Shepherd’s seventh mission into the frigid waters of Antarctica to attempt
to stop the slaughter of whales by Japanese "scientific researchers".
Among the crew are three Perth residents including former Labor Attorney General
Jim McGinty’s brother Kevin McGinty, Steven Bennett and Georgie Dicks. Captain
Locky MacLean said the crew are looking forward to having Rodriguez on board.
The group, which uses rather militant art of war tactics in its fight against
whaling, made headlines early this year when their stealth vessel the Ady Gill
was "cut in half" by Japanese whalers. This year, a new monohull fast
vessel called the Ocean Adventurer will replace the Ady Gill. SS are currently
seeking a large sponsor which would give them the naming rights to use 'Godzilla'.
Something like that. Sea Shepherd’s Australian Director Jeff Hansen said:
"It is great to see high profile people like Miss Rodriguez giving up their
spare time to help promote our fight to defend the whales being illegally targeted
in New Zealand and Australian waters". Media Man lost good mate Peter Carrette
this past weekend, approximately 48 hours after doing photography at the Bondi
Beach 'No Compromise' gig at Bondi Beach last Friday. R.I.P Peter. We miss you
mate. Darren
Aronofsky Explains 'The Wolverine' Aussie Hugh Jackman... If
you're wondering why "Black Swan" director Darren Aronofsky was hired
to tackle "The Wolverine" for 20th Century Fox, wonder no more. Aronofsky
himself has broken his silence on the "Wolverine" front in an extensive
interview with Movie City News. According to the filmmaker, his reasons for choosing
the "Wolverine" non-sequel as his next project are quite simple: in
the end, he just wanted to have a good time. "I'm just trying to have fun,"
he said. "I think, for the first time in my life, you know, every single
film that I've done so far I've been the only person in the room who wants to
make the movie. And, I kind of am excited about doing a film where actually everyone
wants to make it just to see what the experience is like and to see if I can do
what I do in that world." It's not like I'm going to change my process,"
he added. "I'm going to be working with the same team, and making, you know,
really trying to do something very, very different and see what happens."
During the interview, Aronofsky said that he's received a large amount of support
both from franchise lead Hugh Jackman and Fox Studios head Tom Rothman, joking
that Rothman "doesn't even know how gutsy it is" that he hired the outside-the-box
filmmaker for "The Wolverine." "I've been looking for a situation
where everything lines up really well. This just makes sense; I think I'm being
hired because of who I am. I'm not being hired to turn into someone. I'm being
hired to do what I do. I don't know if (Rothman) knows exactly what he's bought,
but we're definitely going to make something great, you know, but it will be very
different, and that's what I do. We're going to try and have a great time with
it." John
Travolta and Kelly Preston 'Overjoyed' With New Baby Benjamin; Travolata Not Gay... Living
legend and iconic star of Saturday Night Fever (the movies and the online slot
game), is delighted with his new baby, but very unhappy about the gay rumours.
Actors John Travolta and Kelly Preston took to Travolta's website earlier this
week to announce the birth of their 8-pound, 3-ounce son, Benjamin Travolta. "We
are overjoyed to announce the arrival of our son, Ella's baby brother, Benjamin
Travolta. Born November23, 2010 in Florida, Benjamin is healthy and doing beautifully.
Thank you for the congratulations messages and wishes...we are beyond happy about
the newest addition to our family," the family said in the message. Travolta,
56, and Preston, 48, announced the pregnancy earlier this year, celebrating with
a dozen close friends at a shower held at their Los Angeles-area home. "This
baby is such a healing baby," a family friend told People magazine. The pregnancy
was the first bit of good news they had shared in a long time. "It's impossible
to keep a secret," they wrote in a statement on Travolta's website in May,
"especially one as wonderful as this." We want to be the first to share
this great news with everyone that we are expecting a new addition to our family,"
the online statement continued and like this week's update, was signed "Love,
John, Kelly and Ella." John Travolta's family has been dealt another blow
as reports emerge that he has been allegedly cheating on his wife...engaging in
"lewd sex acts with other men" as part of a "secret gay spa subculture."
Perez Hilton posted the story on his website along with a cover of the National
Enquirer, carrying the headline "John Travolta Caught In Cheating Scandal!
"John Travolta has been cheating on Kelly for years!" said Robert Randolph,
author of the memoir, You'll Never Spa in This Town Again. "And when the
details emerge, he's gonna make Tiger Woods look like a boy scout." John
has been married to Kelly Preston for 19 years, with the pair expecting their
third child this year. They lost their eldest son Jett in 2009 to an autism-related
seizure. WWE
Studios Films Flop At Box Office; Perform Well In DVD Rental Market... Entertainment
trade publication Variety published a report today on WWE Studios's new films
strategy "flopping" at the box office, but perhaps finding a market
on home video. Variety followed up on WWE's third quarter earnings report last
Thursday by noting WWE reported $3.8 million in revenue related to "Legendary,"
despite the movie drawing a measly $200,000 at the box office. WWE executive Jim
Connelly told Variety that WWE is banking on strong storefront marketing at retail
locations such as Walmart to help boost DVD and Blu-ray sales of their movies.
Variety also reported on WWE pushing their slate of movies to theaters simply
for marketing purposes before pulling the movies and releasing them on DVDs. That
was apparent with WWE Studios's theatrical release schedule for "Legendary"
and "Knucklehead." Related to the planned launch of the WWE TV Network
potentially in 2011, Variety reports that WWE is looking to their slate of movies
to serve as "more high-profile programming" on the new cable tele channel.
Going forward, Jim Connelly told Variety that WWE will be re-evaluating their
movie release schedule for 2011 as they begin to roll out the next slate of low-budget
movies in theaters with an eye on home video. Variety concluded: "For now,
it appears as if the future of WWE Studios will play out on the smallscreen." Aussie's
Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban To Appear On Oprah Winfrey Show Tomorrow; Australia
Catches Oprah - Oprah House Mania... Australian
actress Nicole Kidman and huby singer Keith Urban will be on The Oprah Winfrey
Show tomorrow. Urban has earlier confirmed that he would be performing in the
shows Ultimate Australian Adventure episodes to be filmed later this year. "Tomorrow,
two of the hottest Aussies are here! Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban! The countdown
to Oprah's Ultimate Australian Adventure starts now!," says a post on the
official Facebook page for The Oprah Winfrey Show. Keith Urban was in The Oprah
Winfrey Show earlier this November where he confirmed his performance at the much
anticipated episodes set to be shot in Sydney this December. Urban promoted his
sixth studio album Get Closer to in the United States. However, the Australia
singer did not comment on rumours that his wife Nicole Kidman will also be on
Oprah's Australian show. Tomorrow's episode might just confirm if Nicole Kidman
will indeed be a guest on December 14 and 15 at the Sydney Opera "Oprah"
House. Mad
Max Revamped Movie #4 Will Happen Says Aussiewood Insiders; Fury Road?!... Remember
the Aussie cult film classic that went on to mainstream...Max Max. They got to
#3, always with Aussie tough guy Mel Gibson in the lead as 'Max Rockatansky' aka
'The Road Warrior'. Filming will take place near Broken Hill, New South Wales.
Gibson will not be reprising his old role in Mad Max 4: Fury Road which will star
British actor Tom Hardy alongside Charlize Theron. In November 2006, George Miller
had stated that he still had full intentions to make Fury Road, telling the press
that he was considering doing the film without Mel Gibson, saying, “There's
a real hope. The last thing I wanted to do is another Mad Max, but this script
came along, and I'm completely carried away with it." The film's screenplay
was co-written with cult British comic creator Brendan McCarthy, who also designed
many of the new characters and vehicles. Miller again confirmed his desire to
make another Mad Max at the 2007 Aurora film maker initiative. However, he did
say he thought Mel Gibson would not be interested in the film because he is too
old (not too nuts!) Billionaire
Branson To Launch Apple iPad Lifestyle Mag... Aussie's
live Branson and Virgin, so you'll love this...Word of Sir Dick's plans to publish
"Project" for delivery on iPads came shortly after media mogul Rupert
Murdoch hinted that his News Corp empire will soon publish a digital newspaper
for the hot Apple gadgets. News Corp, owner of The Australian, has been tight-lipped
about the project but 79-year-old mogul Murdoch acknowledged in an interview last
week that "The Daily" is in the works. Sir Richard said in invitations
to the press that "Project" themes will include entertainment, travel,
business, design, and international culture. The event in New York City on Wednesday
did not indicate whether "Project" would be provided as passenger reading
on flights. Billionaire entrepreneur Sir Richard owns about half of Virgin Atlantic
airline with its aircraft that boast internet-age amenities such as power outlets
at seats and wireless connections to the web. He recently said that his Virgin
Galactic enterprise is on track to offer commercial space travel within 18 months,
and that space hotels are next on the drawing board. Yeah, we know, Branson has
appeared in films such as Casino Royale, Around The World in 80 days, and a good
spread of other movies and TV specials. If your going to be a media tart, you
might as well be very good at it. Lachlan
Murdoch Acquires Ten Network Stake, Joins Shareholder Aussie James Packer... Lachlan
Murdoch, son of News Corp. Chairman Rupert, has recently acquired a little over
half of James Packer’s stake in Ten Network Holdings Ltd. Packer bought a
17.88% stake, or 172.2 million shares, in the media group last month through Cavalane
Holdings Ltd. Murdoch, through Illyria Nominees Television Pty Ltd. has agreed
to buy 93.4 million shares for A$128.2 million, according to a regulatory filing
to the ASX (Australian Stock Exchange). The two gents will act in concert in relation
to the exercise of their votes, the statement said. Packer and Murdoch agreed
to join the board of Australia’s third-ranked television broadcaster last
month. Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest woman, lifted her stake in the
company to 10%. Packer also owns 49% of Consolidated Media Holdings Ltd. which
in turn has 25% of Foxtel, down under's largest pay television operator. Media
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