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Blanchett Takes Valka to Berk in Live-Action Dragon 2
film1 month ago

Blanchett Takes Valka to Berk in Live-Action Dragon 2

Cate Blanchett will reprise Valka in the live-action How to Train Your Dragon 2, a sequel set five years after the first film that follows a 20-year-old Hiccup and his friends as they encounter Valka and battle a madman who wants to conquer the world with a dragon army. Dean DeBlois is writing and directing the project, and Universal and DreamWorks have scheduled a June 11, 2027 theatrical release following his helm of the 2025 live-action remake.

film6 months ago

Venice Film Festival 2025: Highlights, Fashion, and Sorrentino’s ‘La Grazia’

Paolo Sorrentino's film 'La Grazia' opened the Venice Film Festival with a four-minute standing ovation, featuring themes of aging and political integrity, and starring Toni Servillo. The festival also honored Werner Herzog with a Golden Lion, while showcasing upcoming high-profile films and addressing current global issues like the Gaza conflict. The event highlights Italy's love for Sorrentino and the festival's status as a major cinematic celebration.

Squid Game Creator Hints at Possible Season 4 or Spinoff
entertainment8 months ago

Squid Game Creator Hints at Possible Season 4 or Spinoff

Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has only read rumors about a potential English-language adaptation by David Fincher, featuring Cate Blanchett as an American recruiter, but has not received any official confirmation from Netflix. He emphasizes that his ending was meant to highlight systemic issues rather than set up a spin-off, and expresses interest in Fincher's work, though he remains unaware of any concrete plans for continuation.

entertainment8 months ago

‘Squid Game’ Creator Discusses Future Seasons and Spinoffs

Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk clarifies that the series' ending was not intended to set up an American spinoff, but leaves the door open for future stories, possibly exploring characters' backstories. The finale features a surprise cameo by Cate Blanchett as an American recruiter, symbolizing the ongoing cycle of systemic exploitation. Hwang emphasizes the themes of sacrifice and hope, and invites viewers to reflect on what humans are and should be, highlighting the importance of change for a better future.