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Djimon Hounsou is in AQUAMAN Too
It was announced this week that Djimon Hounsou is in DC’s Shazam! movie, replacing Ron Cephas Jones as The Wizard. This comes after he reprised the role of Korath in Captain Marvel. But it turns out that Hounsou has another role in DC Films’ universe; one that we’ll see even sooner, in fact. Entertainment Weekly has released a new image from Aquaman, featuring a first look at the rulers of the Fisherman Kingdom. The King is played by none other than Djimon Hounsou. We also see the Fisherman Queen and Princess, played by Natalia Safran and Sophia Forrest, respectively. This is one of the seven kingdoms of Atlantis. Producer Peter Safran…
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First SHAZAM! Still Finally Gives an Official First Look at the Suit
Shazam! is expected to be present at Warner Bros.’ San Diego Comic-Con panel next week, and to get fans ready, we have a first official still from the DC adaptation. Entertainment Weekly has premiered the following image, which sees Zachary Levi’s Big Red Cheese grabbing soda with Freddy Freeman (Jack Dylan Grazer). The still offers a proper first look at Shazam in costume; we’ve seen the suit in a bunch of leaked set photos, but nothing official until now. Shazam! director David F. Sandberg spoke with EW about the costume design, offering insight into how it pulls from various eras of the character’s history. For example, the hood is from…
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Dwayne Johnson Offers BLACK ADAM Production Update, Teases DC Universe Cameos
Last we heard on the Black Adam movie, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson said that production could start sometime next year. Well, it looks like that’s still the plan, but it may not be quite as soon as we’ve expected. Speaking with Filmstarts, Johnson says that Black Adam could “possibly” start production in late 2019. He explains that he’s shooting Jumanji 3 early next year, then Red Notice with Gal Gadot. But after that, if all goes to plan, he could do Black Adam after. He goes on to say that he’s very happy with how the script is turning out, and it’s an exciting time for DC Films’ universe, even in…
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SHAZAM! Casts Djimon Hounsou as the Wizard
EW has learned Djimon Hounsou has been cast in Shazam! He’ll be playing the 3,000 year-old sorcerer that grants young Billy Batson his powers. Now, you may be asking… … but the Kree mercenary Korath the Pursuer that adult Peter Quill runs into when he’s first introduced to the audience was played by Hounsou. You may also know Hounsou for his roles in Amistad, Gladiator (“I will see you again but not yet, not yet.”) and even 2005’s Constantine, where he played Papa Midnite. Hounsou is no stranger to comic book adaptations. Shazam! is set to hit theaters on April 5th, 2019. The seventh installment in the DC Films Universe stars Asher Angel, Zachary…
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Laurence Fishburne Unsure If He’ll Play Perry White Again
After playing Perry White in DC’s Man of Steel and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Laurence Fishburne switched gears over to Marvel, where he plays Bill Foster in Ant-Man and The Wasp. While many actors have played both DC and Marvel characters, fans have wondered if Fishburne will ever return to the former. Now, the actor weighs in, and he doesn’t sound too optimistic. Speaking with Den of Geek, Fishburne confirms that he hasn’t been approached about returning to the role of Perry White. “I was unfortunately unable to go do some work on what turned out to be the Justice League movie. I don’t know that I need to…
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BIRDS OF PREY: Margot Robbie Teases Diverse Cast and New Harley Quinn Costume(s)
DC Films’ Birds of Prey is moving full steam ahead, with production set to start in January. The film will unite Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn with new female DC characters, which may include Batgirl and Huntress. The movie is targeting an R-rating and will have a smaller budget too. Now, we have some more details. Speaking with Yahoo! Movies, Margot Robbie says that the goal is for Birds of Prey to focus on a diverse team of characters. “…real life isn’t so one specific image. We’ve got to reflect that onscreen.” Robbie has been adamant about properly depicting a girl gang on film, so having a diverse group is a step…
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Warner Bros. and DEADPOOL 2 Will Dominate San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday, July 21st
The Saturday, July 21st schedule for San Diego Comic-Con 2018 has been released. In addition to confirming one key panel, a couple more have been revealed. First up, Warner Bros. will hold its Hall H panel from 10:30 am to 12:30 PM. The panel description simply reads, “Get a first look at the studio’s highly anticipated future releases. Films and special panelists TBA.” It has already been announced that the Aquaman trailer will premiere here, while Shazam! and Wonder Woman 1984 are also expected. Fans will surely expect news on other DC movies too. Outside of DC, Godzilla: King of the Monsters is confirmed, but we’re still waiting on other movies.…
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BIRDS OF PREY Star Margot Robbie Confirms January Start Date, R-Rating and Smaller Budget
After putting several Harley Quinn-centric projects into development, DC Films is prioritizing Birds of Prey as the next installment. Star and producer Margot Robbie talked before about an R-rating, while a January production start date was rumored. Now, they’re confirmed. Speaking with Flickering Myth, Margot Robbie confirmed that Birds of Prey will begin shooting in January. Along with reaffirming an R-rating – a first for DC Films – she revealed that its budget will be “much” smaller than other recent movies. So, it’ll be different from Suicide Squad and other DC installments. As for where the film will be shooting, Omega Underground has some intel. According to the site, Warner…
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WONDER WOMAN 1984 Expected to Make “Surprise” Appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2018
We’re a month away from this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, and Warner Bros. is expected to make a big splash there. It’s already been confirmed that the Aquaman trailer will debut then, while a first look at Shazam! is expected. Now, it looks like DC’s most beloved hero at the moment will make her return to the convention. According to Deadline, WB is planning to showcase Wonder Woman 1984 as DC’s big “surprise” at the panel. (It’s not really a surprise now, but whatever.) While scheduling and other details are still being finalized, the plan is for star Gal Gadot to appear and show a first look at the highly…
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AQUAMAN Trailer Will Debut at San Diego Comic-Con Next Month
Fans have been wondering for a while when we’d get a first trailer for DC Films’ Aquaman. Now, we finally have confirmation – but get ready to wait a few more weeks. Director James Wan announced on Twitter that the Aquaman trailer will premiere at San Diego Comic-Con next month. The convention lasts from July 19th to July 22nd this year. A panel for the film has been widely expected, and this is just confirmation. Wan also shared the movie’s shiny new logo. Comic-Con will be insane!! This is the new glyph/logo. Freshly smuggled out of Atlantis! (stolen off King Orm’s belt buckle) pic.twitter.com/NLmIXUaXEM — James Wan (@creepypuppet) June 15,…
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