Finn Wolfhard and Billy Bryk are set to write and potentially direct a remake of the 1999 horror comedy "Idle Hands" for Sony Pictures, with Jason Reitman producing. The duo, known for their work on "Hell of a Summer," aim to bring a fresh perspective to the film, which originally starred Devon Sawa and Jessica Alba. Reitman, who has collaborated with Wolfhard and Bryk on previous projects, expressed enthusiasm for their unique take on the story.
Mckenna Grace, who plays Phoebe Spengler in the Ghostbusters franchise, discusses her character's journey in the latest film, "Frozen Empire," where Phoebe faces challenges and emotional growth. Grace also shares her personal challenges, including spinal surgery, and her passion for music. Despite missing Phoebe's jokes in the film, she expresses gratitude for her role and the impact it has on fans.
Gil Kenan, co-writer of Ghostbusters: Afterlife, shares his experience taking over as director for the sequel, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, following the passing of Ivan Reitman. He discusses the personal nature of the franchise for the Reitman family, the importance of the character Phoebe Spengler, and potential future plans for the franchise. Additionally, he touches on his and Reitman's next film, SNL 1975, and the origins of their partnership.
Finn Wolfhard discusses his roles in "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire," "Stranger Things 5," and "SNL 1975," expressing excitement for the upcoming projects. He reflects on the transition of Jason Reitman to a producer role for "Frozen Empire" after the passing of Ivan Reitman, and shares insights into the grandeur of "Stranger Things 5." Wolfhard also talks about his experiences working with the cast and crew, as well as his upcoming solo music album.
Sony Pictures has cast Nicholas Braun, Tommy Dewey, and Nicholas Podany in the upcoming SNL 1975 movie, with Braun playing Jim Henson, Dewey as Michael O’Donoghue, and Podany as Billy Crystal. Directed by Jason Reitman, the film will depict the chaos and magic behind the scenes of Saturday Night Live's first episode, with a star-studded cast including Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, Cooper Hoffman, and more. Scheduled for release, the movie will retell the story of the groundbreaking first SNL broadcast in real time, capturing the revolution that almost wasn't.
Sony Pictures' "SNL 1975" movie, directed by Jason Reitman, has cast Nicholas Braun as Jim Henson, Tommy Dewey as Michael O’Donoghue, and Nicholas Podany as Billy Crystal. The film is based on the real-life behind-the-scenes accounts of the opening episode of Saturday Night Live and will depict the chaos and magic of the revolutionary night in 1975. The screenplay is based on extensive interviews with living cast members, writers, and crew, and the cast includes actors known for their work in TV and film.
Jason Reitman and a coalition of 35 filmmakers, including Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg, and Bradley Cooper, have purchased Westwood's historic Village Theater with the mission to preserve it as a cultural landmark dedicated to the moviegoing experience. The theater, known for its architectural significance and large screen, will showcase artifacts from the filmmakers' personal collections and undergo plans for a restaurant, bar, and gallery. The group aims to create a vibrant space for cinema enthusiasts and celebrate the art and craft of filmmaking, with plans to mark the theater's centennial in 2031.
Jason Reitman and a coalition of 35 filmmakers, including Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg, and Bradley Cooper, have purchased Westwood's historic Village Theater with the mission to preserve the architectural gem and create a cultural landmark dedicated to the moviegoing experience. The theater, known for its soaring tower and large screen, will showcase artifacts from the filmmakers' personal collections and remain open while plans for a restaurant, bar, and gallery are finalized. The group aims to celebrate cinema and community, with plans for the theater to mark its hundredth year in operation in 2031.
Jason Reitman and 35 other filmmakers have purchased the historic Village Theater in Los Angeles' Westwood neighborhood, with plans to preserve and upgrade the 93-year-old theater for first-run films and repertory programming. The group aims to showcase memorabilia from their personal collections and create a vibrant community for movie lovers. The coalition includes renowned directors such as Steven Spielberg, Christopher Nolan, and Guillermo del Toro, who are committed to restoring the theater to its former glory as a cultural institution for film enthusiasts.
The upcoming film "SNL 1975" will depict the backstage chaos before the first show of Saturday Night Live, with real people cast to play historical figures such as Lorne Michaels, Dick Ebersol, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Gilda Radner, and others. The movie, directed by Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan, will showcase the early days of the iconic show and its key players, including writers and collaborators, as the story continues to develop.
Director Jason Reitman's upcoming film "SNL 1975" will depict the origins of Saturday Night Live and its 1975 premiere on NBC, with a star-studded cast including Dylan O'Brien, Lamorne Morris, and Cory Michael Smith joining the lineup.
Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan are working on a movie called SNL 1975, which retells the chaotic behind-the-scenes story of the first-ever episode of Saturday Night Live in 1975. The movie features a cast of actors playing the iconic SNL team, including Gabriel LaBelle as Lorne Michaels, Cooper Hoffman as Dick Ebersol, Matt Wood as John Belushi, Ella Hunt as Gilda Radner, Cory Michael Smith as Chevy Chase, Dylan O’Brien as Dan Aykroyd, Lamorne Morris as Garrett Morris, Kim Matula as Jane Curtin, and Emily Fairn as Laraine Newman.
Gabriel LaBelle, Cooper Hoffman, and Rachel Sennott have been cast in Jason Reitman's upcoming film "SNL 1975," with LaBelle set to play SNL creator Lorne Michaels. The movie will focus on the early days of Saturday Night Live and is based on extensive interviews with the show's living cast, scribes, and crew. Reitman, who co-wrote the script with Gil Kenan, is directing the film for Sony Pictures, with production set to begin soon.
Gabriel LaBelle is set to play Lorne Michaels, Cooper Hoffman will portray Dick Ebersol, and Rachel Sennott will play Rosie Shuster in Jason Reitman’s upcoming film "SNL 1975," which depicts the behind-the-scenes chaos and magic leading up to the first broadcast of Saturday Night Live. The film is based on real-life accounts and interviews with the show's living cast, writers, and crew. LaBelle, known for his role in "The Fabelmans," joins the ensemble alongside Hoffman, who gained recognition for his performance in "Licorice Pizza," and Sennott, known for her work in "Bottoms" and "Bodies Bodies Bodies."
In her new memoir, Leslie Jones criticizes Ghostbusters: Afterlife director Jason Reitman for his comment about "handing the movie back to the fans," which she felt was unforgivable. Reitman's comment drew backlash as it was seen as dismissing the 2016 female-led Ghostbusters film. Jones reflects on the sexist and racist abuse she received online during that time and deactivating her Twitter account. She describes writing her memoir as therapeutic and a journey of self-realization.
