'Death on the Nile' tops a quiet box office weekend
Hollywood’s Super Bowl weekend largely fizzled with the muted debut of Kenneth Branagh’s long-delayed Agatha Christie whodunit, “Death on the Nile,” a tepid reception for the Jennifer Lopez romantic-comedy “Marry Me” and modest box-office bumps for Oscar nominees.
How Did ‘Death on the Nile’ Become Such a Publicity Nightmare?
20th Century StudiosIf Kenneth Branagh’s Murder on the Orient Express felt a little queasy to watch thanks to Johnny Depp, the director’s follow-up, Death on the Nile, seems downright noxious. The second of Branagh’s Agatha Christie adaptations, the film stars a who’s-who of embattled celebrities—a collection of scandals that threatens to overshadow the handily executed (if somewhat predictable) Hercule Poirot murder mystery. But in contrast to films like Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelw
news.yahoo.com‘Encanto,’ ‘House of Gucci’ fuel Thanksgiving box office
Thanksgiving weekend moviegoing was still far from the feast it normally is, but Disney’s “Encanto” and the Lady Gaga-led “House of Gucci” both gave a lift to two genres that have been particularly battered by the pandemic: family movies and adult dramas.
Toronto Film Festival to open with ‘Dear Evan Hansen’
The adaptation of the Broadway hit and Tony-winner “Dear Evan Hansen,” Edgar Wright’s ’60s London themed “Last Night in Soho,” and “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” are just a few of the major films coming to the Toronto International Film Festival this September.
Disney delays 'Black Widow,' Spielberg's 'West Side Story'
NEW YORK – The Walt Disney Co. has further postponed its next mega-movies from Marvel, including “Black Widow,” while also postponing Steven Spielberg's “West Side Story” a full year in the company's latest recalibration due to the pandemic. The Scarlett Johansson Marvel movie “Black Widow,” last set for Nov. 6, heads to May 7 of next year. That was the date set for “West Side Story,” but Spielberg's musical will instead debut in December 2021. Given the interconnected nature of Marvel releases, the latest delay of “Black Widow” had a domino effect on other films. Since the pandemic began, the company's “Mulan,” “Hamilton” and “Artemis Fowl” have gone direct to streaming, with “Mulan” made available for a $30 premium purchase by subscribers.
'Artemis Fowl': Everything We Know About Disney Plus' Long-Awaited Adaptation
Artemis Fowl is making the leap off the bookshelf and onto the big screen. For those new to Artemis Fowl, it's the tale of Artemis Fowl II (newcomer Ferdia Shaw), a 12-year-old criminal mastermind who holds fairy LEPRecon officer Holly Short (Lara McDonnell) for ransom to fund the search for his missing father. Here is everything we learned about Artemis Fowl. Daniel Craig is so much more professional than Josh Gad," Gad joked of improv-ing with his co-star. Artemis Fowl is now streaming on Disney+.
New this week: Spike Lee flick, 'Artemis Fowl,' Norah Jones
This image released by Netflix shows, from left, Isiah Whitlock Jr., Norm Lewis, Clarke Peters, Delroy Lindo and Jonathan Majors in a scene from the Spike Lee film "Da 5 Bloods." (David Lee/Netflix via AP)Heres a collection curated by The Associated Press entertainment journalists of whats arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIESDa 5 Bloods: Its always the right time for a Spike Lee joint and thankfully Netflix has his latest ready to debut Friday. AP Music Editor Mesfin FekaduTELEVISIONGabrielle Union, engaged in a battle with NBC over her firing from Americas Got Talent, is firmly in control on L.A.s Finest, the drama she produces and stars in with Jessica Alba. Also back are closeted man of the cloth Leonard (Al Weaver) and Tessa-Peake Jones as an indispensable if stern housekeeper.
'Artemis Fowl': 17 Things We Learned on Set of Disney Plus' New Fantasy Film
Artemis Fowl fans have long been anxious to see the beloved book series come to life, but the waiting game is finally over. Below, everything we learned on the set of Artemis Fowl. Despite no credits to his name, newcomer Ferdia Shaw captivated the Artemis Fowl team with his raw talent and landed the lead. Disney+Building the World: Fowl Manor4. RELATED CONTENT:Kenneth Branagh on Bringing the Fairies and Fantasy of 'Artemis Fowl' to Life (Set Visit)Every New Movie You Can Stream Early While Theaters Are ClosedThe Best Movies to Watch on Disney+
Marvel remakes release calendar; 'Mulan' moves to late July
The Walt Disney Co. on Friday overhauled its release schedule, moving the dates of half a dozen Marvel movies. Black Widow, which had been set to kick off the summer movie season, will now open Nov. 6. “Black Widow,” the Marvel entry starring Scarlett Johansson, had been set to kick off the summer movie season. Such delays have unique ramifications for Marvel movies because of their interconnection. On Thursday, the Walt Disney Co. announced they will start furloughing some workers in two weeks at its theme parks resorts in Florida and California.
Sneak peek of Disney's live action "Cinderella"
Sneak peek of Disney's live action "Cinderella" Kenneth Branagh is in the director's chair for the live-action adaptation of "Cinderella." The story stays true to Disney's 1950 animated version. But, as Suzanne Marques reports –the fairy tale is getting a modern makeover.
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