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Mark Hamill Disagrees with Rian Johnson’s Treatment of Luke Skywalker in ‘The Last Jedi’
During production of Star Wars: The Last Jedi word made the rounds that actor Mark Hamill, famous for his portrayal of original trilogy protagonist Luke Skywalker, wasn’t comfortable with the character’s new story line. It seems that those rumors were on the mark, as Hamill recently expounded on his feelings about Skywalker and his lack of … Mark Hamill Disagrees with Rian Johnson’s Treatment of Luke Skywalker in ‘The Last Jedi’
ESPN’s Executive Vice President Says Password-Sharing is Piracy
Digital content via Netflix, Hulu, HBO Go, and other streaming services has become a large market for how people consume media. Often times friends and family share their passwords for these services, but now Justin Connolly, an executive vice president of ESPN, says that password-sharing should be considered piracy. He said to Bloomberg, “It’s people … ESPN’s Executive Vice President Says Password-Sharing is Piracy
An LGBTQ Disney Princess Could Be a Possibility According to Disney Directors
Celebrated Disney Directors Ron Clements and John Musker were recently asked in an interview with Huffington Post when Disney would feature its first LGBTQ princess. In response, Clements said, “It seems like the possibilities are pretty open at this point.” The idea of an LGBTQ Disney Princess isn’t exclusively in the hands of Clements and Musker. … An LGBTQ Disney Princess Could Be a Possibility According to Disney Directors
Cast Announced for Live-Action Adaptation of ‘Artemis Fowl’
Walt Disney Studios has just announced the initial casting for their upcoming live-action adaptation of Artemis Fowl. The film’s director is Kenneth Branagh who will co-produce along with Judy Hofflund. In his onscreen debut, Ferdia Shaw, chosen from 1,200 candidates, will play the 12-year old Artemis. In the film, Artemis is a “genius who finds himself … Cast Announced for Live-Action Adaptation of ‘Artemis Fowl’
Critic of ‘The Last Jedi’ Calls for Disney to Take the Film Out of Canon, Receives Death Threats
The reaction to Star Wars: The Last Jedi has been fairly divisive among Star Wars fans, and even casual movie goers. According to The Telegraph, one Georgia man took his hatred of the film to another level by starting a Change.org petition earlier this week that argued for Disney to take the film out of … Critic of ‘The Last Jedi’ Calls for Disney to Take the Film Out of Canon, Receives Death Threats
Disney Releases First Teaser Trailer on ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’
The official teaser trailer for E.T.A. Hoffmann’s classic 1816 story is finally here, just in time for the holidays! The beloved tale is getting the Disney treatment with a heavy fantasy take on the original. Take a look at the brand new The Nutcracker and the Four Realms teaser trailer below. All Clara (Mackenzie Foy) wants … Disney Releases First Teaser Trailer on ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’
Second Best Opening Weekend Ever for ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’
The latest installment in the saga, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, had an incredible opening weekend, premiering on 4,232 screens in North America and topping $220 million at the box office domestically, which puts it in second place for the highest opening weekend of all time. The Last Jedi couldn’t match the record holder, Star … Second Best Opening Weekend Ever for ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’
Addiction Issues Cause Resignation of ESPN President John Skipper, Internal Replacement Possible
President of ESPN John Skipper announced his resignation to employees today through an email in which he cited addiction issues. Skipper’s statement explained, “I have struggled for many years with a substance addiction. I have decided that the most important thing I can do right now is to take care of my problem. … I … Addiction Issues Cause Resignation of ESPN President John Skipper, Internal Replacement Possible
Mario Batali Stepping Down as Co-Host of ABC’s The Chew Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Reportedly Mario Batali, co-host of ABC’s The Chew and owner of Batali and Bastianich Hospitality Group, will step down from both jobs amid alleged accounts of sexual misconduct over the past 20 years. Batali has made past appearances at the Disney theme parks for events like Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival and most recently for a … Mario Batali Stepping Down as Co-Host of ABC’s The Chew Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Disney Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Receives Two Golden Globe Nominations
The nominations for the 75th annual Golden Globe Awards were announced Monday morning and Disney Pixar’s Coco received two nominations this year. The first is for Best Animated Film and the second is for ‘Remember Me’ for Best Original Song – Motion Picture. The Golden Globes will air live from the Beverly Hilton Hotel on … Disney Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Receives Two Golden Globe Nominations
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