All articles tagged with #adam mckay
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Variety
Netflix and director Adam McKay successfully dismissed a copyright lawsuit from Darren Hunter, who claimed the film 'Don't Look Up' was based on his novel. The judge ruled that the novel and the film are sufficiently different, with the lawsuit being dismissed on legal grounds.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Entertainment Weekly News
Director Adam McKay criticized Kamala Harris for aligning with the Cheneys during her 2024 presidential campaign, suggesting it contributed to her defeat. McKay, known for his film "Vice" about the Cheneys, expressed frustration with the Democratic Party's strategies, including their stance on fracking and Middle East policies. He announced plans to leave the Democratic Party, considering joining the Green Party or Working Families, and emphasized the need for a real opposition party.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The A.V. Club
Director Adam McKay announced his departure from the Democratic Party following Kamala Harris' loss to Donald Trump and the Republicans' projected control of Congress. McKay, known for his political activism and climate advocacy, expressed his frustration with the Democratic Party's strategies and is considering joining the Green Party or Working Families Party. He criticized the party's handling of key issues like healthcare and climate change, suggesting that substantive change requires a shift towards a more left-wing democratic socialist leadership.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Director Adam McKay announced his intention to leave the Democratic Party following Donald Trump's near victory in the U.S. presidential election. McKay criticized the Democratic Party's strategy, citing issues like Biden's cognitive health, lack of public healthcare discussion, and support for fracking. He plans to register with the Green Party or Working Families Party, expressing disillusionment with the Democrats' approach and calling for a change in political alignment.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ComingSoon.net
Late actor Matthew Perry pitched director Adam McKay an autobiographical superhero project titled "Mattman" before his death. The project revolved around a man named Matt, played by Perry, who becomes a superhero after inheriting $2 billion. McKay saw the pitch as reflective of Perry's personal experience but countered with a more grounded fictional autobiographical project, which Perry was not interested in. Although Perry filmed a scene for McKay's film "Don't Look Up," it was ultimately cut from the final movie.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Weekly News
Before his death, Matthew Perry had discussed with filmmaker Adam McKay the idea of a semi-autobiographical superhero project called "Mattman," inspired by Perry's own life and career. The concept involved a famous, 50-year-old man who inherits $2 billion and uses it to become a superhero. McKay suggested an alternate idea for a TV show centered around a popular TV personality dealing with addiction, but Perry wasn't interested. The project never materialized, but McKay believed such a show could resonate with audiences today, as society has become more open about mental health and addiction issues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The A.V. Club
Netflix has picked up Adam McKay's upcoming black comedy film "Average Height, Average Build" after struggling to find a studio to back the project. The star-studded cast includes Robert Pattinson as a serial killer, Amy Adams as a lobbyist, and Robert Downey Jr. as a retired cop. Forest Whitaker and Danielle Deadwyler will also be part of the cast. The film is set to start shooting this summer and will likely be released on Netflix at a later date.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Adam McKay's latest project, "Average Height, Average Build," has been sent to Hollywood studios. The film is described as part serial killer thriller, part comedy, and tackles crime and corruption. The script calls for many more characters to be filled in, but actors already attached include Robert Pattinson, Amy Adams, Robert Downey Jr., Forest Whitaker, and Danielle Deadwyler. Despite the star-studded cast and McKay's track record, the project is facing headwinds at studios, with several having already passed on it while others are taking their time to crunch numbers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
Adam McKay's next film, "Average Height, Average Build," has an ensemble cast including Robert Pattinson, Amy Adams, Robert Downey Jr, Forest Whitaker, and Danielle Deadwyler. The black comedy premise involves a serial killer (Pattinson) enlisting a lobbyist (Adams) to change laws that will allow him to get away with murder more easily. McKay has been talking about making a dirty money movie since he promoted "Don’t Look Up." The film is set to go into production by late summer or early fall.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
Adam McKay's next film, "Average Height, Average Build," has an ensemble cast including Robert Pattinson, Amy Adams, Robert Downey Jr, Forest Whitaker, and Danielle Deadwyler. The black comedy premise involves a serial killer (Pattinson) enlisting a lobbyist (Adams) to change laws that will allow him to get away with murder more easily. McKay has been talking about making a dirty money movie since he promoted "Don’t Look Up." The film is set to go into production by late summer or early fall.