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Ava DuVernay Consulted on a Very Important ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Scene
Ava DuVernay Consulted on a Very Important ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Scene
Ava DuVernay Consulted on a Very Important ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Scene
Star Wars: The Force Awakens underwent a bunch of reshoots, as is the norm for blockbusters these days, and while, at the time, those reshoots were mostly kept a mystery, now some news has come out about one key scene in particular. Apparently J.J. Abrams and Ava DuVernay are good friends (who knew??) and frequently trade footage and screeners back and forth to one another to get some notes and suggestions. And one very important scene in The Force Awakens probably would not have been as cool without DuVernay’s guiding hand.
J.J. Abrams Talks HBO ‘Westworld’ Troubles: ‘They’re Not Rushing It’
J.J. Abrams Talks HBO ‘Westworld’ Troubles: ‘They’re Not Rushing It’
J.J. Abrams Talks HBO ‘Westworld’ Troubles: ‘They’re Not Rushing It’
It’s been a long time coming for HBO to get its Westworld adaptation off the ground, longer still given the myriad of production difficulties that might see the Bad Robot-produced drama pushed to 2017. J.J. Abrams himself downplays any behind-the-scenes reports however, noting that the network and all involved want to make sure they get it right.
In-Home Screening Room Draws Support From Major Filmmakers
In-Home Screening Room Draws Support From Major Filmmakers
In-Home Screening Room Draws Support From Major Filmmakers
Last week, we took note of a new business venture called Screening Room spearheaded by Napster founder Sean Parker. The proposed service would digitally stream the latest major-studio theatrical releases into the confines of private American homes for a hefty estimated fee of $50 on the same day as in-theater premieres, rendering a trip to the local cineplex less necessary than ever. Naturally, this radical new strategy would change the entire face of the industry, and has accordingly raised hackles on the production, distribution, and exhibition sides of Hollywood. As movie theaters struggle to stay relevant and profitable, Parker’s every press conference sounds like a death knell. And this weekend, both sides of this instantly contentious debate dug in their heels on their positions.
J.J. Abrams Dispels Fan Theory About Rey and Leia
J.J. Abrams Dispels Fan Theory About Rey and Leia
J.J. Abrams Dispels Fan Theory About Rey and Leia
Fan theories, a perplexing recent trend in which devotees of a work of fiction claim to unearth hidden truths about it through elaborate and often nonsensical analyses of minor peripheral details, are bigger than all of us. They serve no real purpose other than giving denizens of the internet something to occupy our time while we wait for the sweet release of death, and in some instances can even detract from actual criticism, but for the most part they’re harmless fun. In recent weeks, however, they’ve caused J.J. Abrams a bit of frustration.
Here’s How ‘10 Cloverfield Lane’ Is (and Is Not) Connected to ‘Cloverfield’
Here’s How ‘10 Cloverfield Lane’ Is (and Is Not) Connected to ‘Cloverfield’
Here’s How ‘10 Cloverfield Lane’ Is (and Is Not) Connected to ‘Cloverfield’
‘10 Cloverfield Lane’ is as sneaky as movies come. No one had any idea the ‘Cloverfield’ universe was being continued until a trailer for the mysterious movie appeared in front of Michael Bay’s ‘13 Hours’ on January 14, a mere two months before its release this Friday. Only scant details about the movie have been revealed in trailers, photos and through fans decoding its vast viral marketing, reminiscent to the unveiling of ‘Cloverfield’ nine years ago. But now that we’ve finally seen the new movie, we can tell you just how it is, and mostly isn’t, related to Matt Reeves’ 2008 monster movie. If you want to remain completely surprised, check out our spoiler-free review. Otherwise, continue into very spoilery territory where we will ruin some big plot twists. You’ve been warned!
‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Documentary to Premiere at SXSW
‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Documentary to Premiere at SXSW
‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Documentary to Premiere at SXSW
Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the sun around which a vast galaxy of tie-ins revolve. The latest installment of the Star Wars franchise is only a piece of a much larger system of products and supplemental material, from the endless rollout of merchandising (that somehow excludes the main character of the film) to the various tidbits of trivia dropped during interviews that fans have hungrily gobb

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