Author: Amy Davis

Warner Bros. Pictures is remaking the groundbreaking 1956 sci-fi classic “Forbidden Planet.” The script will be written by Hugo and Eisner Award-winning comic book and screenwriter Brian K. Vaughan (“LOST,” “Y: The Last Man”). It will be produced by former Fox and Paramount films divisions head Emma Watts. “Forbidden Planet” is loosely based on William Shakespeare’s play “The Tempest.” It’s set in the 23rd century, and follows the starship crew aboard the C-57D. They are sent to the distant planet Altair IV to solve the mystery of what happened to another ship sent there 20 years prior. A mission that is…

We have some exciting news for all “The Twilight Zone” fans out there! An authorized biographical documentary on the life of its creator Rod Serling is in the works. It will be executive produced by his daughters Jodi and Anne Serling, who have also given the project their blessing. The Sterling Documentary The currently untitled documentary will be directed by Jonah Tulis (“GameStop: Rise of the Players”). It will explore how Serling’s writing forever changed the television landscape. Looking at his humble beginnings in television, and how he used the medium to enact social change. This will include explorations of his…

Lionsgate is getting in on the trend of turning beloved fairy tale characters into bloodthirsty murderers. This time around it will be an R-rated take on “The Little Mermaid.” Aurora will be joining other recently reimagined characters like Winnie the Pooh, Pinnochio, Bambi, and The Grinch. While Hans Christian Andersen’s original 1837 tale was nowhere near as kid-friendly as Disney’s 1989 or 2023 adaptations, we don’t think he intended for it to get THIS bloody. The upcoming film is written and directed by Leigh Scott (“Yellow Brick Road”) and is based on mermaids’ deadly mythos. “The Little Mermaid,” follows archaeologist…

Last week, actor Tony Todd passed away, leaving a massive hole in the horror and sci-fi community. But it seems Todd was shooting movies right up until the very end, leaving us with a few posthumous roles. One of these final performances can be seen in the upcoming film “Werewolf Game.” Jackie Payne and Cara Claymore co-directed the movie, from a script by Payne. “Werewolf Game,” is an adaptation of the adult party game, created by Dimitry Davidoff in 1986. However, this film turns it into a death-game, among twelve kidnapped strangers. They must play a game where they vote…

Sony’s planned remake of Rodman Flender’s 1999 horror comedy “Idle Hands” is starting to take shape. Finn Wolfhard (“Stranger Things”) and Billy Bryk have signed on to write the reboot, with Jason Reitman (“Saturday Night”) producing. Wolfhard and Bryk may direct the upcoming feature as well. However, at this time, only their roles as writers are confirmed. “Idle Hands” will have them reteaming up with Reitman. The trio previously worked together on two “Ghostbusters” films and “Saturday Night.” Producers for “Idle Hands” will include Jennifer Todd and Suzanne Todd under their Team Todd banner, and Gil Kenan. Maia Eyre will…

Academy Award winner Denzel Washington could be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). While it hasn’t been officially confirmed by the studio, the actor has kinda sorta announce he will star in a possible third “Black Panther” film. “I’m only interested in working with the best — I don’t know how many more films I’m going to make, probably not that many,” Washington told “Today Show Australia.” “I want to do things I haven’t done.” He then lists off a few upcoming projects, including a “part in the next Black Panther.” Even though Marvel hasn’t officially announced “Black Panther 3,”…

Emmy-nominated director Hiro Murai (“Mr. and Mrs. Smith”) will be making his feature film debut with “Bushido.” The upcoming samurai movie will be directed by Murai from a script by Henry Dunham (“The Standoff at Sparrow Creek”). The project is financed by A24, in partnership with Square Peg and 2AM. This early into production specific plot details are still under wraps. It is being reported that “Bushido” will be a high-stakes action film set in feudal Japan. “Bushido” will be produced by Ari Aster and Lars Knudsen for Square Peg, along with Julia Oh, Christine D’Souza Gelb, and David Hinojosa for…

Nine NetEase employees have been arrested for alleged money laundering. The group is accused of laundering up to $1 billion Chinese Yuan, or $139 million USD. NetEase is the developer and publisher of games like the upcoming “Marvel Rivals” and “Diablo Immortal.” According to Leifeng, a Chinese news outlet, General Manager in charge of marketing Xiang Lang and eight employees are accused of this crime. The group allegedly laundered money through contracts with as many as 28 different business partners. These funds were part of existing business deals within the company that totaled roughly $2 billion Yuan. However, given that…

We have some interesting news coming out of last weekend’s Comic Con Liverpool. On November 10th, Sebastian Stan (“Thunderbolts*”) did a panel where he revealed he has two ideas for films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Stan has been playing MCU mainstay Bucky Barnes since 2011’s “Captain America: The First Avenger,” and obviously knows his way around the universe. During the panel, he was asked if he could make any prequel, what would it be? According to a fan live-tweeting the event, Stan revealed the two stories he wants to explore. The first would take place before “Captain America:…

Disney just launched the final trailer for “Mufasa: The Lion King” during D3 Brazil! This new adventure will be a prequel to the 2019 CGI reboot of the 1994 animated film. The upcoming movie is directed by Barry Jenkins (“Moonlight”) from a screenplay by Jeff Nathanson (“The Lion King”). The trailer opens with Rafiki telling a story to the young lion cub Kiara, the daughter of Simba and Nala. He tells the tale of brothers Mufasa and Taka, who went on a journey to find a home and start a new kingdom. It then shows glimpses of how the siblings…