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Netflix’s absence in China isn’t a fluke, it’s the result of years of failed negotiations, rigid censorship rules, and a government that simply wasn’t interested, according to Co-CEO Ted Sarandos. And now, he says, it’s one of the company’s biggest advantages. At a time when every major Hollywood studio was chasing access to the Chinese market,…
Netflix’s new Japanese action thriller, Bullet Train Explosion, is more than a fast-paced ride. It reflects human dignity, personal rebellion, and creative freedom. Director Shinji Higuchi opens up about the long journey to bring this project to life, casting pop icon Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and the moral weight behind his filmmaking. A Reboot with Real Stakes Bullet Train Explosion…
Hayden Christensen isn’t stepping away from the dark side just yet. The actor, who brought Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader to life in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, has confirmed he’ll return in Ahsoka Season 2, and he’s not ruling out more appearances either. “There’s a lot that we could still explore with Vader,” Christensen…
Seth Rogen’s new comedy show, “The Studio,” has been brimming with major-guest-stars such as Martin Scorsese, Ron Howard, and Olivia Wilde. Behind the scenes, though, making the show successful with cameos was not that simple. In one case, it meant canceling an entire episode. “We Literally Didn’t Shoot the Episode” Speaking on IndieWire’s Filmmaker Toolkit podcast, Rogen…
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman has filed a conditional motion to postpone the pivotal resentencing hearing for Erik and Lyle Menendez, which is set for today, April 17. His office wants Judge Michael Jesic to wait until a risk assessment report, ordered by Governor Gavin Newsom, is reviewed by the court. That report, completed earlier this week,…
Director Chris Columbus is once again expressing regret over one of the most controversial moments in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, the cameo appearance of Donald Trump. In a new interview with the San Francisco Chronicle, Columbus admitted he wishes he could remove Trump’s brief appearance from the 1992 holiday classic, calling it a burden he’s…
The Last of Us is off to a strong start in season two. The post-apocalyptic HBO drama drew 5.3 million viewers across HBO and Max on Sunday night, according to Warner Bros. Discovery. This show beats the numbers from its series premiere two years ago. That total includes linear airings, replays, and streaming on Max….
Joseph Quinn is stepping into the flame, but not without bringing some change. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, the Stranger Things breakout revealed that he helped reimagine the role of Johnny Storm, aka The Human Torch, for Marvel’s upcoming film The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Known for his charm and comedic arrogance, Johnny Storm has long been portrayed as…
Jones, who originated the role of Zack Taylor(the original Black Ranger) addressed recent comments made by Power Rangers head writer Tony Oliver in Investigation Discovery’s docuseries Hollywood Demons. In the episode, Oliver reflected on the decision to cast a Black actor and an Asian actress in the roles of the Black and Yellow Rangers, respectively, saying: “None of…
James Cameron, the Oscar-winning director behind Avatar and Titanic, is shifting his stance on artificial intelligence. After long warning about its dangers, he now says AI could help lower the cost of making blockbuster films and do it without firing anyone. Cameron recently joined the Board of Directors at Stability AI, a company focused on transforming visual media through…
