Benicio Del Toro was stopped by TSA during a flight because his script for 'The Phoenician Scheme' contained suspicious scenes like 'Interior Airplane: Bomb' and 'Crash,' but he was eventually allowed to proceed after recognition by a supervisor. The film, starring Del Toro and Mia Threapleton, is now in theaters.
Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme' explores themes of morality, success, and the soul through the story of Anatole Korda, played by Benicio Del Toro, as he navigates his life and schemes, raising questions about whether greatness and goodness can coexist. The film is visually intricate, overstuffed, and delves into religious and philosophical questions, ultimately suggesting that true joy lies in simple human connections rather than worldly success.
Netflix has added 14 new releases, including movies like "Reptile" starring Benicio Del Toro and Justin Timberlake, "Nowhere" - a Spanish thriller, and "Force of Nature" featuring Mel Gibson. Additionally, several TV series have been added, such as "Castlevania: Nocturne" and "The Great British Baking Show." The top 10 movies and series on Netflix include "Encounters," "Love Is Blind," and "Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal."
"Reptile," the new crime drama on Netflix, follows Detective Tommy Nichols (Benicio Del Toro) as he investigates a gruesome murder in a small-town Maine. The film, directed by Grant Singer, has the look and feel of HBO's "True Detective" but falls short of its aspirations. Despite some flaws, the movie delivers a lived-in community feel, intriguing plot twists, and a stellar cast led by Del Toro. Overall, "Reptile" stands out from other procedural crime thrillers with its quirk, atmosphere, and engaging storyline.
Benicio del Toro stars as Detective Tom Nichols in Netflix's upcoming crime thriller film "Reptile," where he investigates the murder of a real estate agent. As he delves deeper into the case, Nichols begins to unravel the illusions of his own life. Justin Timberlake plays one of the suspects, Will, the victim's boyfriend. Alicia Silverstone portrays Nichols' wife, Judy, who assists in solving the case. The film marks the first onscreen reunion of Silverstone and del Toro since 1997's "Excess Baggage." "Reptile" will be available on Netflix starting October 6th.