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07/01/16 @ 7:42 pm EST
 “Finding Dory” is swimming toward its third straight victory at the U.S. box office during the four-day holiday weekend with $50 million-plus, topping “The Purge: Election Year,” “The BFG” and “The Legend of Tarzan,” early estimates showed Friday. The third “Purge” film and “Tarzan” are battling for the second slot with preliminary forecasts for both in a wide range between $30 million and $37 million, while “The BFG” is heading for a disappointing $25 million. Friday estimates showed that the opening day of Universal-Blumhouse’s “The Purge: Election Year” would earn between $12 million to $14 million — with “Dory” taking in about the same amount on its 15th day of of release. By the end of business on Monday, “Dory” will finish the weekend with more than $380 million domestically in 18 days, trailing only “Captain America: Civil War” among 2016 titles. “The Purge” sequel, playing at 2,796 sites, is going to be another money-maker for Universal with a price tag of only $10 million. The original “The Purge” grossed $64 million in the U.S. in 2013 and “The Purge: Anarchy” reeled in $72 million the following year. The films take place in a future America in which all crime, including murder, is legal for one night a year. “The Purge: Election Year” stars Elizabeth Mitchell as a presidential candidate whose platform includes eliminating The Purge. Frank Grillo returns as anti-Purge bodyguard. Warner Bros.’ “Tarzan” generated early Friday estimates ranging from $9 million to $12 million at 3,561 sites. The latest version of the Edgar Rice Burroughs story, starring Alexander Skarsgård and Margot Robbie, may match forecasts, which had called for about $35 million over the four days. The pic, co-produced with Village Roadshow, carries a hefty $180 million budget and will require strong performances overseas in order to make it into the black. Warner Bros. is opening “The Legend of Tarzan” in 19 international markets this weekend, including South Korea and Russia. Reviews have been largely negative with a 34% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. “The BFG” is also underperforming forecasts, which had projected an opening in the $30 million range. Friday’s debut day looked likely to hit between $6 million and $8 million. The Roald Dahl adaptation has received plenty of affection from critics with a 73% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, thanks to Mark Rylance’s motion-capture work as a giant who befriends an orphan girl. But “The BFG” will likely struggle to break even, given its high-priced $140 million budget, funded by Amblin Partners, Disney and Walden Media. Fox’s second weekend of “Independence Day: Resurgence” looks likely to finish in fifth with about $20 million this weekend, following its $41 million launch. The tentpole was the latest in a long line of sequels that have delivered less than stellar results this summer, including “Alice Through the Looking Glass” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows.” 10/03/24 @ 1:45 pm EST
Denise Richards (The World Is Not Enough) and Guy Nardulli (Tulsa King) have signed-on to join Patrick Muldoon in indie action-thriller Dirty Hands. Dirty Hands kicks-off in the underbelly of Chicago when a routine drug deal goes bad for the Denton brothers, Richie (Muldoon) and Danny (Kevin Interdonato). Richie’s girlfriend, Sheila (Richards), struggles between her loyalties to Richie and his boss (Michael Beach), as rival leader, Rodney (Nardulli), and his gang are out for blood. With a kingpin’s son murdered, the brothers must fight for their lives if they’re going to survive until morning. Interdonato produces with Take No Prisoners Productions along with producer Nardulli under Safety24 Productions. Storyboard Media has come on-board to handle worldwide sales for the film from writer-director Kevin Interdonato (The Bastard Sons). The movie begins shooting in Chicago this month. (via Deadline) 10/03/24 @ 1:44 pm EST
An early look at issues #2 and #3 of cartoonist Maria Llovet’s new Image Comics vampire miniseries Violent Flowers reveals thrilling storytelling and gorgeously lush artwork with action-packed scenes from the erotic fantasy-horror comics. In Violent Flowers, Llovet—known for creating the fan-favorite Crave series—lures readers into a dark and sensual world full of vampires and other supernatural beings seeking revenge amidst the fashionable backdrop of a haunted Barcelona. The four-issue miniseries, which explores classic myth with a modern twist, continues with issue #2 debuting on October 30, just in time for Halloween. Violent Flowers follows an ancient clan of vampires reuniting after centuries apart. The Sentinel, a vampire who watches over all supernatural creatures, has been murdered. His erratic sister, Carnelia, will stop at nothing to get revenge, even when she’s charged with a mortal to take care of. In a world where the cult of youth and beauty rules, Carnelia has remained old and wrinkled for ages, abstaining from her vampire urges. But her addiction to blood may prove her resolution is not as firm as it seems. “The upcoming issues are full of magic, bloodlust and sensuality,” said Llovet. “Buried secrets surface along with ancient dangers, and our characters must prepare for a bloody and shocking finale amidst the beautiful art nouveau roofs of Barcelona. I’m thrilled for readers to see what’s in store!” Violent Flowers #2 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, October 30. FOC for Violent Flowers #2 is October 7: Cover A by Maria Llovet – Lunar Code 0824IM460 Cover B by Maria Llovet – Lunar Code 0824IM461 Cover C by Maria Llovet (1:10 Incentive) – Lunar Code 0824IM462 Cover D by Jesús Orellana – Lunar Code 0824IM463 Cover E by Maria Llovet (1:20 Incentive) – Lunar Code 0524IM978 Violent Flowers #3 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, November 27. FOC for Violent Flowers #3 is November 4: Cover A by Maria Llovet – Lunar Code 0924IM426 Cover B by Maria Llovet – Lunar Code 0924IM427 Cover C by Maria Llovet (1:10 Incentive) – Lunar Code 0924IM426 Cover D by Jesús Orellana – Lunar Code 0924IM429 Violent Flowers will also be available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.               
... 10/03/24 @ 1:44 pm EST
Paddington is taking his adventures from Europe to Peru in the latest trailer for Paddington in Peru. Everyone's favorite adorable bear has been called upon by his Aunt Lucy from the Home of Retired Bears, sending Paddington on the journey of a lifetime. Thankfully, Paddington won't be going alone, as he'll have the Brown Family joining him to offer support. His search for Aunt Lucy also involves a search for Eldorado, aka the Lost City of Gold. Sit back and prepare to see Paddington like you've never seen him before in the new Paddington in Peru trailer. (via ComicBook.com) Trailer: https://youtu.be/ELfvaByE9Rg 10/02/24 @ 10:29 pm EST
Marvel Studios' Deadpool & Wolverine — which released on digital platforms October 1st — snikt'd the record for the best first-day seller of 2024 on Fandango at Home. Fandango's video-on-demand streaming service (formerly Vudu) announced Tuesday that the R-rated MCU movie, which teams Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman's Wolverine for the first time, topped the day-one sales of the other most-watched movies on the service, including the animated Inside Out 2 and Despicable Me 4, the Blake Lively-starring romantic drama It Ends With Us, and summer blockbusters Bad Boys: Ride or Die and Twisters. The Marvel Studios movie shattered box office records when it hit theaters over the summer, including passing 2019's Joker as the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever and scoring the biggest global opening ($439 million) since Avatar: The Way of Water in 2022. To date, Deadpool & Wolverine has taken in $1.32 billion, which is the second-best box office performance of the year (behind Disney-Pixar's Inside Out 2) and only the second movie this year to cross the billion dollar mark. (via ComicBook.com) ... 10/02/24 @ 3:58 pm EST
The day has finally arrived! STORM #1, one of the most anticipated comic launches of the year, hit stands today! In the new ongoing series, acclaimed writer Murewa Ayodele and superstar artist Lucas Werneck take STORM to new heights as a solo super hero. See why Ororo Munroe is Earth’s Mightiest Mutant in an all-new STORM #1 launch trailer, featuring never-before-seen artwork from the debut issue. The epic trailer gives fans a whirlwind look at Storm’s new status quo from her stunning new costume to the Sanctuary, her new base of operations in Atlanta. In a grand opening worthy of this iconic character, STORM #1 pits Storm against the first in a series of Omega-level threats as she flies headfirst into a potential nuclear meltdown. As she cements her role as the world’s prime protector, her actions and decisions will impact the greater Marvel Universe and draw the attention (and admiration) of omnipotent cosmic forces like Oblivion as well as supervillains that match her standing such as Doctor Doom! “Storm taking on the responsibility of being Earth's protector is a natural progression, not only as a result of the Krakoan Era, but the as a result of her entire publication history,” Ayodele said. “And with the fall of Krakoa hitting the mutants so hard and putting her homeworld at great risk, Storm is determined to not let that happen again.” 
10/02/24 @ 10:32 pm EST
“Rugrats” is returning to the big screen. Paramount is developing a live-action/ CG hybrid feature film that’s based on the beloved ’90s animated children’s TV show. Tommy Pickles and his pals Chuckie Finster and Phil and Lil DeVille will be animated in the movie, which is set in the real world à la “Sonic the Hedgehog.” It’s unclear who from the original series — the foursome is orbited by bully Angelica Pickles (and her doll Cynthia, who’s a really cool dancer), Tommy’s baby brother Dil Pickles, dog Spike, as well as their parents Didi and Stu Pickles, Chas Finster, Drew and Charlotte Pickles and Betty and Howard DeVille — will appear in the upcoming film. Jason Moore, whose credits include “Pitch Perfect” and the Tina Fey-Amy Poeheler comedy “Sisters,” is directing the film. “Saturday Night Live” actor Mikey Day and head writer Streeter Seidell penned the script. Karen Rosenfelt is producing, along with “Rugrats” co-creators Arlene Klasky and Gábor Csupó. (via Variety) 10/02/24 @ 3:45 pm EST
This holiday season, DSTLRY delivers an early stocking stuffer with Through the Boughs: A Yuletide Offering, a 64-page short story collection featuring stories from an all-star lineup of masterclass storytellers. Through the Boughs: A Yuletide Offering features winter folklore from visionaries including James Tynion IV (Spectregraph), Patrick McHale (Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio, Over the Garden Wall), Jim Campbell (Over the Garden Wall), Jensine Eckwall (Into the Goblin Market), Ryan Andrews (This Was Our Pact), Sweeney Boo (Harley Quinn), K. Wroten (Eden II), Grim Wilkins (Mirenda), and Molly Mendoza (Stray). "There's something special about the holidays,” explains contributor and DSTLRY Founding Creator James Tynion IV (Spectregraph, Something is Killing the Children). “I've always been drawn to the strange little stories we like to tell each other in the dead of winter, the strange warmth that comes from the coldest months. I can't wait for everyone to see the strange little story I've cooked up here with the incredible Jensine Eckwall." "Holiday illustrations and old weird books have been a continual source of inspiration,” continues contributor Patrick McHale (Over the Garden Wall, Guillermo Del Toro’s Pinocchio). “It's been great to reunite with Jim to tell a new little story here. Good tidings to all!" Edited by Bryce Gold and Sean Edgar,Through the Boughs: A Yuletide Offering promises a journey of delight, mischief, and spooky enchantment, expertly blending tradition with innovative storytelling. 
“We’re creating a modern winter fantasy classic, uniting storytellers across comics, animation, and film,” said co-editor Bryce Gold. “This book is pure cottage-core, fire-toasted wonder, perfect for anyone who craves the eerie beauty and ancient magic of the frozen season,” continues co-editor Sean Edgar. “This collection of creators is truly impressive—we have Oscar, Emmy, and Eisner winners united for what could well be an annual holiday tradition” continued DSTLRY co-founder and CEO David Steinberger. Through the Boughs: A Yuletide Offering will be available at local comic shops and digitally via www.dstlry.co this December, making it the perfect addition to any reader’s holiday season. ... 10/02/24 @ 3:35 pm EST
Marvel Comics’ annual celebration of Native American Heritage Month will be extra special this year with KAHHORI: RESHAPER OF WORLDS #1, a new Marvel’s Voices one-shot that introduces Kahhori, the breakout hero from the second season of Marvel Animation’s anthology Disney+ series What If…?, to the Marvel Comics universe. Kahhori’s highly-anticipated debut is written and drawn by an array of extraordinary talent: What If…? writer Ryan Little, Marvel Studios artist Todd Harris, Indigenous writers Arihhonni “Honni” David and Kelly Lynne D’Angelo in their Marvel Comics debuts, and acclaimed Marvel artists David Cutler and Jim Terry! The Mohawk warrior Kahhori fell into Sky World and into our hearts from her first appearance fighting invaders to her home. She’s already helped save all of reality from a demented Doctor Strange and secured peace in her own world… So what NOW? Chasing a threat out of Sky World, Kahhori lands in the fiery streets of Hell’s Kitchen! But culture shock’s gonna be the least of her problems as her strange adversary tears through time and space. Featuring exciting guest stars like Daredevil, Echo, and Moon Knight, don’t miss this action-packed saga of one of the most exciting characters to emerge from the MCU! Preorder KAHHORI: RESHAPHER OF WOLRDS #1 at your local comic shop today!       
... 10/02/24 @ 3:11 am EST
Fans of the Scream franchise have no reason to be scared — the seventh installment is officially on Paramount’s release calendar. Returning franchise star Neve Cambpell and director Kevin Williamson announced Tuesday on social media that Scream VII will hit theaters on Feb. 27, 2026. Campbell all but rescued the revived franchise from extinction earlier this year when announcing she would return to the world of Scream after sitting out Scream VI over a salary dispute with producer Spyglass. When announcing the news, Campbell revealed that in addition to her return, franchise godfather Williamson would direct. Williamson is the creator of the franchise, penning the script to Wes Craven’s 1996 original, as well as Scream 2 and Scream 4. Guy Busick, who wrote 2022’s Scream and Scream VI, will take over writing duties from James Vanderbilt, who is busy directing the feature Nuremberg. (via The Hollywood Reporter) 10/02/24 @ 3:01 am EST
DC Studios is getting together the Dynamic Duo — just not the one you might expect. Ahead of the debut of DC’s animated Max series “Creature Commandos,” the studio is mounting its first animated feature project, “Dynamic Duo,” with Warner Bros. Pictures Animation. But rather than focus on Batman and Robin, the film will serve as an origin story for Robin and Robin — a.k.a. Dick Grayson and Jason Todd. Matthew Aldrich (“Coco,” “Lightyear”) is writing the film, which will be produced by Matt Reeves’ production company 6th & Idaho — but the story will be separate from Reeves’ ongoing Gotham-verse with “The Batman” and “The Penguin.” Instead, it will depict how the friendship between Grayson and Todd as youths becomes tested by their diverging ideas for what their future should be. (Reports that the characters will begin as a pair of thieves in the film were false.) In the DC comics, after their respective stints as Batman’s sidekick, Robin, Dick becomes the superhero Nightwing, while Jason transforms into the violent vigilante Red Hood. “Dynamic Duo” represents the first new project from DC Studios since James Gunn and Peter Safran first presented their slate of film and TV projects in early 2023. (via Variety) |
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