This week has proved to be literally magical, with an exciting announcement regarding a classic starringNicole KidmanandSandra Bullock. On top of this wondrous news, it has also been confirmed that after a long casting process, theMoanalive-action remake found its lead star. If the animated sequel wasn’t enough to make Disney enthusiasts pumpedwith its record-breaking trailer, the actress' grand reveal will definitely keep viewers guessing “how far she’ll go”. For a complete recap of all the major headlines that came out in the last couple of days, here is a detailed breakdown to keep you updated on anything fromSupermanset images to an unfortunate setback regarding a Marvel production.
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Are Conjuring Up a ‘Practical Magic’ Sequel
The Owens sisters are back for the sequel to 1998’sPractical Magic.Fans of the cult classicwere thrilled to find out earlier this week that the beloved witches will be casting spells together one more time on screen, with Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman reprising their roles. The latter confirmed her and Bullock’s returnin an interview with People, hinting that there is still “a lot more to tell”.Akiva Goldsmanwill be in charge of the sequel’s script, while the lead actresses will also step in as producers alongsideDenise Di Novi. Attempts to come up with aPractical Magicspin-off didn’t work out in the past,with an HBO prequel seriesthat never made it to the light of day. Now that the upcoming film is being supported by people who were involved in the OG movie, it is exciting to know that the classic will have a magical follow-up more than 26 years later.
Get Your Spellbooks, ‘Practical Magic 2’ Is in the Works
Will Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock return for the sequel?
Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc Sports a New Hairstyle in First Look at ‘Knives Out 3’
Rian Johnson’sWake Up Dead Man, the third installment of theKnives Outfranchise, kicked off production this week, and a behind-the-scenes image from the set showed detective Benoit Blanc in a whole new look.Daniel Craiglet his hair grow outto reprise the role and seems much older than the last time we saw him inGlass Onion.Josh O’Connor, one of the many A-list cast members who joined the project, was seen playing with Craig’s new hairdo in between takes, showing that he also loved the bold change. Details about O’Connor’s character in the film remain under wraps, but according to the images that circulated the internet this week, it seems thathe will be playing a priest. SinceKnives Out3 just started production, there isn’t a set release date for it, but the film is expected to land on Netflix in 2025.
Josh O’Connor Is as Obsessed With Daniel Craig’s ‘Knives Out 3’ Hairdo as You Are
The Rian Johnson film also stars Josh Brolin, Cailee Spaeny, and more.
Robert Pattinson To Team With ‘Smile’ Filmmaker for a Reimagining of A Horror Classic
After hisnotable take onBatman,Robert Pattisonis ready to embark on a whole new territory, joining a horror remake that will likely leave people as deeply disturbed as the OG did. The actor will produce and potentially star in the new version of 1981’sPossession, which will be directed byParker Finn. The latter is currently working on the sequel tohis well-received horror filmSmile, and given his filmography thus far, it seems like he is the perfect fit to lead this spooky remake. The film is in its early stages, but several studios have expressed their interest in the movie, including A24, Paramount Pictures, and Netflix.
Robert Pattinson Will Remake This Extreme 1980s Horror Movie
‘Smile’ helmer Parker Finn is attached to direct.
‘Superman’ Introduces Daily Planet Offices in Behind-the-Scenes Look
James Gunnhasn’t pulled back on taking behind-the-scenes pictures from the set ofSuperman, which only furthers fans' excitement about the latest depiction of the Man of Steel. Earlier this week,the director shared a snapshotof what seemed to be the location of the Kent Family Farm. Less than 24 hours later, images of another important setting in the film gave the internet a sneak peek into an old-school version of The Daily Planet, the newspaper office that both Clark Kent (David Corenswet) and Louis Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) work for. According to Gunn, the cast and creware halfway done shooting, but there is still more than a year of wait time ahead before everyone gets to watch the DC film. The newSupermanmovie is slated to arrive in theaters next summer, and it has been revealed that the project will be filmed entirely in IMAX.
Go Inside the Daily Planet Offices in New ‘Superman’ Set Images
The film releases in theaters on July 30, 2025.
Henry Selick Directing a “Companion Piece” to ‘Coraline’
Coralinemight becommemorating its 15th anniversarywith a theatrical rerun, but there is more in store for the film’s director in the near future.Henry Selickshared that he will adapt anotherNeil Gaimannovel, entitledThe Ocean At the End of the Lane, which he believes is a spiritual sequel to the 2009 animation. Selick told Variety that he will also be shooting it in stop-motion so that it feels in a similar vein asCoraline. Here is what the director shared about the upcoming film:
“Instead of a child going to this other world with a monstrous mother, it’s a monstrous mother who comes into our world to wreak havoc on a kid’s life."
The Ocean At the End of the Lane’s plot isn’t connected toCoraline’s, following a man who returns to his childhood home for a funeral and happens to embark on a journey with a woman he meets along the way.
‘Coraline’ Director Henry Selick Is Turning Another Neil Gaiman Story Into a Movie
Here’s what we know so far about Selick’s “companion piece” to ‘Coraline.’
Marvel’s ‘Blade’ Loses Its Director and Hits Pause on Production
Although the news items on this list were positive so far, this Marvel update might come as a disappointing setback.Blade, a reboot of the vampire saga, will no longer be directed byYann Demage, which means that it might take a while before the project is able to escape from development hell. After all, it is the second time that a director has backed from the post,withBassim Tariqbeing the firstto get signed onto the film and then exit it. Given thatBladeno longer has someone sitting in the director’s chair, it is uncertain how long it might take for the film to come out. Although Oscar-winnerMahershala Aliis still slated to play the titular character, he is definitely prioritizing other projectslikeJurassic World 4, which seems will commence filming very soon.
Marvel’s ‘Blade’ Movie Suffers Yet Another Major Setback
How long before they stake it through the heart?
Disney Finds Its ‘Moana’ in Anticipated Live-Action Movie
On top of the highly-anticipated sequel toMoana,Disney has found its leadfor the film’s live-action remake.Catherine Laga‘aiais now confirmed to fill in the shoes of Moana, an adventurous teen who embarks on daring missions to save her community. The actress isn’t the only one tied to the live-action.John Tuiis set to play Moana’s father, Chief Tui, andFrankie Adamswill star as Moana’s mother, Sina. Another actress who will join the cast isRena Owen, playing the revered Gramma Tala.Dwayne Johnsonwill reprise his role from the animation in the remake, which will definitely make the movie more rooted in the OG film.HamiltondirectorThomas Kailcould not contain his excitement over Laga’aia’s casting, sharing the following:
“I am humbled by this opportunity, and I cannot wait to all be on set together. And there’s no better pair to be in a canoe with than Catherine and Dwayne—actually, trio: Heihei is ready, too.”
The film will begin production this summer, and it is expected to arrive aonthe big screen on July 04, 2025. In the meantime,Moana 2will be in theaters later this year, on November 27.
The 8 Things You Need to Know About Disney’s Live-Action Moana Remake
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Miles Teller Slated to Play Iconic Richard Gere Character
Robert Pattinson’s retelling ofPossessionisn’t the only remake in the works. It was confirmed this morning thatMiles Tellerwill star in a new reiteration ofAn Officer and a Gentlemen,a 1982 romantic drama that featuredRichard GereandDebra Winger. Paramount Pictures shared that Teller will take on Gere’s iconic role, playing Zack Mayo, a Navy officer candidate who falls for a charming woman while in training to become an aviator. After starring inTop Gun: Maverick, it seems like the decision to take on a military character is right up his alley.
Miles Teller Is Set to Take on This Iconic Richard Gere Role
Gere starred in ‘An Officer and a Gentleman’ opposite Debra Winger.
