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entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

"Jeremy Allen White to Star as Bruce Springsteen in 'Nebraska' Album Biopic"

20th Century and Disney have secured the rights to "Deliver Me From Nowhere," a film based on the making of Bruce Springsteen's 1982 album "Nebraska," with Jeremy Allen White in talks to star as Springsteen. The project will be written and directed by Scott Cooper and produced by several industry veterans, including Springsteen and his manager Jon Landau. The film aims to explore the themes of despair and resilience in Springsteen's music and is expected to begin production in the fall.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#20th-century #bruce-springsteen #disney

history2 years ago•14 min saved

"Merging Anthropology and Psychedelics: Margaret Mead's LSD Exploration"

Margaret Mead, a renowned 20th-century scientist, became involved in early LSD experiments in the 1950s, considering psychedelics as a potential catalyst for cultural evolution. Her interest in LSD and its potential impact on society led her to contemplate taking the drug herself, but ultimately, she decided against it due to concerns about maintaining control and the potential risks to her personal life and career. Her involvement in psychedelic research sheds light on a lesser-known aspect of her legacy and the potential impact she could have had on the history of drugs in the 20th century.

via Slate|

#20th-century #cultural-evolution #history

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Dan Trachtenberg Returns to Direct New 'Predator' Film 'Badlands'"

Director Dan Trachtenberg, known for Prey, is set to helm a new standalone film in the Predator universe called Badlands, co-writing the script with Patrick Aison. The film is scheduled to start shooting later this year, but details about the plot and release format are yet to be revealed. Prey, a prequel to the Predator franchise, broke Hulu's records for the most-watched premiere, and the upcoming film is expected to expand the Predator universe.

via IGN|

#20th-century #badlands #dan-trachtenberg

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Dan Trachtenberg Set to Direct New 'Predator' Movie 'Badlands' as Franchise Expands"

Dan Trachtenberg is set to write and direct "Badlands," a standalone Predator movie for 20th Century, with plans to shoot later this year. The plot is under wraps, but it will feature the extraterrestrial big game hunter. Following the success of "Prey," the studio aims to expand the Predator universe, with a potential "Prey 2" in early development.

via Deadline|

#20th-century #badlands #dan-trachtenberg

history2 years ago•0 min saved

"Unforgettable Food Catastrophes: The Darkest Moments in Modern History"

Food-related disasters throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, including the Great Molasses Flood, Saint Anthony's Fire, the Irish Potato Famine, tainted beer crises, the London Beer Flood, the Spanish Toxic Oil Outbreak, and the Washburn Mill Explosion.

via Laughing Squid|

#19th-century #20th-century #calamities

film-industry2 years ago•3 min saved

"The Creator's Box Office Failure Sparks Concerns for Sci-Fi Cinema's Future"

Disney's theatrical efforts have been struggling, with underperforming tentpoles and a streaming deficit impacting profits. The recent release of 20th Century's original sci-fi action film, "The Creator," underperformed at the box office, raising concerns about the studio's commitment to new franchise efforts. However, there are upcoming films like "Amateur" and a potential "Clue" film that could offer new IP opportunities. Despite past failures, the success of recent films like "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" and "Barbie" demonstrates the potential for launching successful franchises from previously unsuccessful IPs. Disney should be open to partnering with IP holders and embrace new ideas to generate success at 20th Century.

via Variety|

#20th-century #box-office #disney

obituary2 years ago•9 min saved

Renata Scotto, Legendary Soprano of 20th-Century Opera, Passes Away at 89

Renata Scotto, a renowned soprano and one of the most celebrated opera singers of the 20th century, has passed away at the age of 89. Known for her electrifying dramatic power and intense stage presence, Scotto's career flourished as she performed in leading opera houses worldwide, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Often compared to Maria Callas, Scotto's repertoire included iconic roles in Italian opera, and she was praised for her ability to fully embody her characters. Despite facing criticism and challenges throughout her career, Scotto's musicality and emotional depth left a lasting impact on the opera world.

via The Washington Post|

#20th-century #legacy #obituary

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Top Horror and Thriller Movies with Mind-Bending Twists and Punk Rock Vibes.

Reddit's cinephiles ranked the top five horror movies of the 20th century, including The Rocky Horror Picture Show, The Devil-Doll, The Thing, Ring, and Dead of Night. These films are considered cult classics and have had a significant impact on the horror genre, inspiring fan clubs, conventions, and stage productions around the world. Dead of Night is widely regarded as a classic of the genre and one of the most influential horror films of its time.

via Startefacts|

#20th-century #cult-classics #entertainment