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entertainment1 year ago

Malcolm Washington's 'The Piano Lesson' Debut: A New Hollywood Legacy

John David Washington stars in Netflix's upcoming film adaptation of August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson," directed by his brother Malcolm Washington, marking Malcolm's feature-film debut. The Washington brothers, children of acclaimed actor Denzel Washington, are carving their own paths in Hollywood while confronting their family's legacy. The film, produced by their father, explores themes of heritage and identity, with John David delivering a standout performance. The project highlights the Washingtons as a new kind of Hollywood dynasty, blending familial collaboration with individual artistry.

via GQ|
#denzel-washington#entertainment#hollywood-dynasty
film2 years ago

"The Creator: A Sci-Fi Masterpiece that Challenges the Dominance of AI"

"The Creator" is a vast and exhilarating sci-fi action film directed by Gareth Edwards, featuring John David Washington and Gemma Chan. Set in a post-nuclear world dominated by artificial intelligence, the film explores the tensions between the United States and Asian countries that have embraced AI. Washington's character, Josh, finds himself torn between loyalty to his country and his love for Maya (Chan), who is believed to be the embodiment of the enemy's AI. As the narrative unfolds, Josh discovers a child with telekinetic abilities, leading him to question his role in protecting the AI population. While the film loses focus towards the end, it offers a bold exploration of the AI phenomenon.

via The Guardian|
#action#artificial-intelligence#film
entertainment2 years ago

"The Creator" Trailer Teases Epic Sci-Fi Action with John David Washington

The Creator is a new film directed by Gareth Edwards, which follows ex-special forces agent Joshua as he hunts down the architect behind an advanced AI that detonated a nuclear warhead in Los Angeles. Joshua and his team discover that the world-ending weapon is an AI in the form of a young child, and must decide whether it is evil or not. The film stars John David Washington and Gemma Chan and will be released in theaters on September 29th.

via Engadget|
#ai#entertainment#film
entertainment2 years ago

"The Creator" trailer showcases AI's dominance in new sci-fi thriller.

The first trailer for The Creator, directed by Gareth Edwards and starring John David Washington, has been released. Set in a world devastated by a nuclear cataclysm launched by rogue AI, the film follows a special forces agent tasked with hunting down the Creator, the being responsible for bringing the world's killer machines online. The agent and his team discover a mechanical child called Alfie, who may hold the key to ending the AI/human war. The film will be released on September 29th.

via The Verge|
#artificial-intelligence#entertainment#gareth-edwards
entertainment2 years ago

Rogue One Director's New Film Explores AI Takeover in "The Creator" Trailer.

The trailer for director Gareth Edwards' new film, The Creator, imagines a post-apocalyptic world where humans are at war with an advanced AI that has already nuked Los Angeles. Starring John David Washington, the film follows a soldier who is recruited to hunt down and kill the elusive Creator, the architect of the AI. The cast also includes Ken Watanabe and Allison Janney. The film opens in theaters on Sept. 29.

via Polygon|
#ai#entertainment#gareth-edwards
film2 years ago

Star-studded cast announced for Netflix's 'The Piano Lesson' adaptation.

Netflix is set to adapt August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning stage play, The Piano Lesson, into a film starring Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington. The film will be directed by Denzel Washington's son, Malcolm Washington, and produced by Denzel Washington and Todd Black. The ensemble cast includes Ray Fisher, Danielle Deadwyler, Michael Potts, and Corey Hawkins. The Piano Lesson is part of Wilson's 10-play American Century Cycle, which also includes Fences and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, both of which have been adapted into successful films for Netflix.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#august-wilson#film#john-david-washington
film2 years ago

Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington to star in Netflix's 'The Piano Lesson' adaptation.

Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington are set to star in the Netflix film adaptation of August Wilson's play, The Piano Lesson. The film will mark the directorial and screenwriting debut of Malcolm Washington, and will also star Ray Fisher, Danielle Deadwyler, Michael Potts, and Corey Hawkins. The Piano Lesson is part of Wilson's famed 10-play "American Century Cycle," and is produced by Denzel Washington and Todd Black. Jackson and Washington previously starred in a Broadway revival of the play, which was the highest-grossing Wilson production ever to grace Broadway.

via Deadline|
#august-wilson#film#john-david-washington
entertainment2 years ago

Star-studded cast announced for Netflix's 'The Piano Lesson' film adaptation.

Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington will star in Netflix's adaptation of August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson," reprising their roles from the Broadway revival. The film follows the Charles family and their heirloom, a piano decorated with designs carved by an enslaved ancestor. The adaptation is directed by Malcolm Washington and also stars Ray Fisher, Danielle Deadwyler, Michael Potts, and Corey Hawkins. The play is part of Wilson's "American Century Cycle," which includes "Fences" and "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," both of which were adapted for the screen by Denzel Washington and Todd Black.

via Variety|
#august-wilson#entertainment#john-david-washington