Film
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AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR Has Passed $2 Billion Worldwide
Avengers: Infinity War‘s historic opening weekend already cemented it as one of the biggest films in history, but the movie continued to perform exceptionally well every week since. Now, the Marvel Studios ensemble has reached a milestone that very few films ever have. The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that Infinity War has surpassed the $2 billion mark at the worldwide box office. This consists of $656 million domestically and $1.346 billion overseas, bringing its worldwide total to $2.002 billion. The overseas total was fueled by a whopping $368 million in China, making it the third biggest Western release ever. Infinity War is the first superhero movie in history to crack $2…
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How a JUSTICE LEAGUE Sequel Can Be Better Than the First Movie
It’s been a few months, and DC Films’ Justice League has come and gone. The film received lukewarm reviews and underperformed at the box office; in fact, Warner Bros. lost money on it. Thus, it’d be surprising if the studio spent another dime on the movie, even for the mysterious “Snyder Cut.” But what about a sequel? WB originally announced a second Justice League movie in 2014, back when the plan was to tell the story over two parts. However, the studio abbreviated it to the one movie. And now that the movie didn’t make money, that decreases the chances of any sort of follow-up. I’m probably the only person…
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Geoff Johns Shifting to New Role for Warner Bros. and DC; Will Write GREEN LANTERN CORPS Movie
Comic book writer Geoff Johns was appointed as DC Entertainment’s Chief Creative Officer in 2010, before being hired as a President in 2016. Today, Johns is exiting those roles, but that doesn’t mean he’s totally leaving Warner Bros. or DC. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Johns has signed a new exclusive deal for writing and producing with WB and DC. As a result, he has stepped down from the roles of CCO and President at DC Entertainment. Replacing him in the former role is Jim Lee, who will continue to act as co-publisher alongside Dan DiDio. As part of his new deal, Johns has launched a production banner, Mad Ghost…
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ANT-MAN AND THE WASP Covers Latest Issue of Empire Magazine
We’re less than a month away from the release of Marvel’s next blockbuster, Ant-Man and The Wasp, and marketing is in full swing. This week’s issue of Empire adds to the promotion, featuring the movie as the cover story. In addition to the primary cover, Empire will release a subscribers-exclusive cover drawn by Marvel Studios concept artist Andy Park. The issue will be full of exclusive info, including images and details on Hope van Dyne’s Wasp costume. In addition to this movie, Empire will explore other upcoming films, including Sony’s Venom. Check out the covers below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. The issue hits shelves on Thursday,…
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Two More Writers Working on SUICIDE SQUAD 2
It’s been a while since we got an update on the Suicide Squad sequel. Originally set to begin production this fall, the film was pushed back to accommodate for Harley Quinn spinoff Birds of Prey. But now, we have word of two new writers who have been added to the team. Writer/actor Todd Stashwick has told DC Movie News (via Batman-News) that he is working on the Suicide Squad 2 script, alongside David Bar Katz and director Gavin O’Conner. While Stashwick has written for comics, TV and video games in the past, this marks his first film screenplay. He adds that he’s a “lifelong” DC Comics fan, and he has been…
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Matthew Vaughn Confirms Plans for KINGSMAN Cinematic Universe and KICK-ASS Reboot
Matthew Vaughn has been a frequent collaborator with comic book writer Mark Millar, having adapted his work with 2010’s Kick-Ass and the two Kingsman movies. Now, he’s confirmed that he will continue working on both franchises, via his Marv Studios. Speaking with Empire Online, Vaughn reveals plans for a Kick-Ass reboot. He says to look at current comics for a hint on the franchise’s new direction. In the latest comics, an African-American single mother named Patience Lee took on the mantle of Kick-Ass. Vaughn also says that a solo film for Hit-Girl is being discussed; that will either focus on her older self or on her younger self with Big…
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President Diane Nelson Leaving DC Entertainment and Warner Bros.
A few months ago, Diane Nelson, president of DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Consumer Products, took an unexpected leave of absence. She cited family-related issues for her break. Now, however, it looks like her break will be a permanent one. It has been announced (via The Hollywood Reporter) that Diane Nelson is leaving Warner Bros. and DC, after more than 20 years of working with the studio. Nelson joined DC as president in 2009, playing a critical role in bringing the company’s film, TV, and video game divisions closer together, and on the same page with WB. Nelson oversaw a more talent-friendly revitalization in comics, while DC’s television portfolio became…
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Full Trailer for SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Released
Sony has released a new trailer for its animated Spider-Man movie, Into the Spider-Verse. The film marks the big screen debut of Miles Morales, the Ultimate Spider-Man who was created in 2011. The trailer is chock full of new footage, depicting Miles being trained by an older Peter Parker. The trailer also shows off the movie’s jaw-dropping animation, new characters, and so much more. Check it out below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse hits theaters on December 14th.
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Jared Leto is Developing His Own Joker Movie Now
Following Jared Leto’s debut as Joker in Suicide Squad, fans have been wondering when we’d see him pop up next. There has been talk of Leto returning for a Harley Quinn vs. Joker movie, Gotham City Sirens, and/or a Suicide Squad sequel. On top of that, Warner Bros. is developing a Joker origin movie that’s not canon, with Joaquin Phoenix rumored to star. But that’s not all, as WB adds another title to the slate. According to Variety, Jared Leto is attached to star in and executive produce a solo movie starring his Joker. This comes as WB seeks to expand the world of Suicide Squad with multiple spinoffs. Margot…
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Check Out New Trailers for THE LEGO MOVIE 2 and WRECK-IT RALPH 2
This has been a big week for movie trailers, and two of them are for some of the most anticipated animated sequels in recent memory. Disney’s Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 sees Ralph and Vanellope travel to the Internet, and the new trailer is chock full of pop culture references. They feature glimpses of the worlds of Marvel and Star Wars, while all of the major Disney Princesses are in the same room. Meanwhile, Warner Bros. has released the first trailer for The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part. In this installment, the team has to face the arrival of LEGO Duplo space invaders, who takes many captive.…
