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British actor Noah Jupe will star in Play Dead, a survival thriller directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, described as Don’t Breathe meets 1917, with production starting in Melbourne in May. The script, penned by Peter Stanley-Ward and Natalie Conway, is financed by Nocturnal and produced alongside Ghost House Pictures, BoulderLight Pictures, and Bad Grey, with several notable producers involved. Jupe's recent projects include roles in Apple series Franklin and Lady in the Lake, and he has...

Summary The second season of Andor has received critical acclaim, with the first three episodes achieving a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated live-action Star Wars series. This season's success is attributed to Disney+ granting critics access to the entire 12-episode season before its release, showcasing the studio's confidence. While Andor Season 2 excels in live-action ratings, it is not the highest-rated Star Wars project overall, with several animated series holding a...

The first reactions to Marvel’s Thunderbolts are overwhelmingly positive, with many calling it “one of the best MCU movies in a long time” and praising its emotional depth, humor, and unique storytelling. The film introduces a team of antiheroes, including Yelena Belova and Bucky Barnes, who embark on a mission that forces them to confront their pasts. Standout performances, particularly by Florence Pugh, and the film's blend of action and character-driven narratives have set high...

SummaryJessica Chastain is set to star in a new untitled horror film directed by Rob Savage, known for his work on The Boogeyman. The film, produced by Universal Pictures with Atomic Monster and Blumhouse, is based on Josh Malerman’s novel Incidents Around the House, which tells the story through the eyes of a young girl haunted by a shapeshifting entity she calls “Other Mommy.” Chastain, who has previously starred in horror films like Mama and...

A BBC building in Belfast city centre was briefly locked down after approximately 20 protesters entered the premises on Tuesday morning, chanting "Free Palestine" and displaying Palestinian flags. The protesters accessed a studio at Blackstaff House around 11:00 BST, prompting the attendance of six Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) vehicles, which later facilitated their removal. The BBC emphasized its commitment to the safety and security of its staff and facilities. Full Article

An intense new trailer has been released for the revenge thriller Barron’s Cove, featuring an ensemble cast including Garrett Hedlund, Hamish Linklater, and Brittany Snow, among others. The film, written and directed by Evan Ari Kelman in his feature debut, follows a father with a violent past who, grieving his child's sudden death, kidnaps the troubled boy he blames, sparking a media frenzy and manhunt. Barron’s Cove will be released in select US theaters and...