The text discusses the casting of Daniel Ezra in the upcoming remake of *The Running Man*, directed by Edgar Wright. It highlights the film's focus on rising stars and speculates on Ezra's potential role in this dystopian narrative, set for a 2025 release.
The weekend box office update reveals Beetlejuice Beetlejuice's impending milestone and The Wild Robot's strong debut, while highlighting Megalopolis' disappointing opening amidst financial challenges.
Screenwriter Alfred Gough explains why the third "Shanghai Noon" movie, despite reaching the script stage with Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson's tentative involvement, was never made, citing creative differences and Chan's withdrawal from the project.
Scarlett Johansson returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a new role as an executive producer for *Thunderbolts*, continuing her involvement with Marvel and contributing her expertise to the franchise's evolving narrative.
The article explores the ending of *The Substance*, where themes of self-acceptance and the critique of celebrity culture are highlighted through the transformation of Moore's character, Elizabeth, ultimately finding liberation from societal pressures.
'Ocean's 14' is moving forward with George Clooney and Brad Pitt confirmed to return, introducing a significant character death that could mark a poignant conclusion for the beloved heist series.
Mel Gibson's *The Passion of the Christ 2* is in development, with location scouting underway despite past controversies surrounding the original film and the director. The project, initially announced in 2016, aims to expand on the story of Jesus Christ's final hours, but faces challenges due to the involvement of Gibson and actor Jim Caviezel, both linked to recent public criticisms.
Sebastian Stan undergoes an extensive transformation to portray Donald Trump in *The Apprentice*, meticulously studying Trump's mannerisms and speech to prepare for the role. The film, directed by Ali Abbasi, explores Trump's early career, seeking to humanize rather than caricature him, and has garnered praise for Stan's performance.
Kevin Smith reflects on his creative tensions with Ben Affleck during the making of *Chasing Amy*, emphasizing the importance of sticking to his script and the subsequent success both have achieved in their writing careers.
