Author: Amy Davis

In 2001, Ben Stiller wrote, directed, and starred in the comedy “Zoolander.” It was a huge hit grossing over $60 million at the worldwide box office on a $28 million budget. Given this was one of Stiller’s biggest hits a, fairly delayed, sequel followed in 2016, which tanked.The “Tropic Thunder” star recently admitted he felt blindsided by the flop. Stiller’s Reaction “I thought everybody wanted this,” Stiller told David Duchovny on a recent episode of the “Fail Better” podcast. “And then it’s like, ‘Wow, I must have really f—ed this up. Everybody didn’t go to it. And it’s gotten these…

It’s hard to think of entertainers more universally beloved than the late Jim Henson. Filmmaker Ron Howard has an upcoming documentary all about the creator of The Muppets- “Jim Henson Idea Man.” It looks to be a gripping expose of just how wholesome Henson really was. (Spoiler warning; the answer is very) “Idea Man,” will showcase glimpses into the groundbreaking puppeteer’s life and career. This is a pretty tall order when you consider he is responsible for properties like “The Muppets,” “Sesame Street,” “The Dark Crystal,” and “Labyrinth.” The documentary is also being done with the cooperation of Henson’s family.…

In 1984, William Gibson released his debut novel and cyberpunk staple, “Neuromancer.” Last month, Apple TV+ announced a 10-episode limited series adaptation of his groundbreaking work. It has now been confirmed that BAFTA Award-nominee Callum Turner (“Masters of the Air”) will lead the cast! The “Neuromancer,” series will follow damaged, super-hacker, Case (Turner) who is thrust into a web of digital espionage and high-stakes crime. With the aid of his partner Molly, a razor-girl assassin with mirrored eyes, they must pull off a heist on a corporate dynasty with untold secrets. It is created by Graham Roland (“Tom Clancy’s Jack…

In 1985, director Jonathan Lynn adapted the popular board game “Clue” into a movie starring Tim Curry, Madeline Kahn, and Christopher Lloyd. Outside of a five-part mini-series for The Hub (now Discovery Family) in 2011, it hasn’t been on the big or small screen since.  However, a new deal between Hasbro and Sony may change that.  Sony‘s TriStar Pictures and Sony Pictures Television have closed a deal with Hasbro for the film and TV rights to the game. “Sony is the perfect partner to adapt a property as culturally impactful and mystery-defining as ‘Clue,’” Zev Foreman and Gabriel Maranosaid, Heads…

With the Netflix premiere of “Unfrosted” just around the corner, comedian/director Jerry Seinfeld is doing the standard press tour to promote it. In a recent interview, he discussed the changes he has seen in the entertainment industry over the past few decades. Shockingly, he isn’t thrilled with the current state of things.  His Thoughts “It was totally new to me,” Seinfeld said about his experience on “Unfrosted.” “I thought I had done some cool stuff, but it was nothing like the way these people work. They’re so dead serious! They don’t have any idea that the movie business is over.…

California is known for some wild sights, especially places like Venice Beach. But imagine seeing apes riding horses along the famous shoreline! TikToker switchflipjones captured some footage of the event that went viral amassing 1.5 million views in under 24 hours. In reality, they were humans dressed up as apes as a publicity stunt for “Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes.” But to be fair, the costumes and performers are REALLY convincing. It shows how far we’ve come since the late Charlton Heston squared off against our primate overlords in 1968’s “Planet of the Apes.” While cutting edge for…

In 2001, “A Knight’s Tale” directed by Brian Helgeland hit theaters and became a hit, grossing $117 million at the worldwide box office. The medieval action-comedy has continued to strike a chord with bigger audiences each year. So this begs the question; why no sequel? Helgeland recently opened up in an interview about the sequel that never was thanks to Netflix’s algorithm. The Plot “When we finished ‘A Knight’s Tale,’ we were already thinking about making the sequel as a pirate film,” Helgeland explained. “The plot revolved around Count Adhemar (Rufus Sewell) kidnapping Jocelyn (Shannyn Sossamon) and taking her to…

The legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has just revealed its class of inductees for 2024. It is probably one of the most diverse and surprising lists that we’ve ever seen for the organization. Performer Category Mary J. BligeCherDave Matthews BandForeignerPeter FramptonKool & The GangOzzy OsbourneA Tribe Called Quest Musical Excellence Award Jimmy BuffettMc5Dionne WarwickNorman Whitfield Musical Influence Award Alexis KornerJohn MayallBig Mama Thornton Ahmet Ertegun Award Suzanne De Passe Many are shocked at the inclusion of the late Jimmy Buffett since not only was he not on a ballot, but he had never even been nominated before. Cher…

In 2017, FX premiered the X-Men adaptation “Legion” starring Dan Stevens (“Abigail”) as mutant David Haller. The son of Charles Xavier, his omega-level abilities are initially misdiagnosed as schizophrenia, but after a strange encounter, he discovers special powers that will change his life forever. Almost five years after the show went off the air, Stevens says he is interested in reprising his role, but in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). “It was a really fun role,” Stevens told Screen Rant when asked about playing David at CinemaCon. “I’ve never had anything like it come across my inbox, and it was…

It looks like San Fransico is following in the footsteps of Glasgow, Scotland with its own outrageous Willy Wonka-themed experience. Mystic Midway and Mondo Wonky will be putting on “Into the Wonkyverse,” an immersive adventure. We just hope it isn’t the AI-powered dumpster fire that Glasgow was.  Guests are invited to step onto an enchanting Candyland-like gameboard that houses free exhibits showcasing local artists. After a few hours, a ticketed event will begin with more art, music, performances, games, dancing, and more. ‘In the Wonkyverse, everyone is invited to contribute to the experience,”  Barron Scott Levkoff, event creator said. “Guests…