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The live-action adaptation of 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' on Netflix has expanded its cast for the upcoming second season by adding eight new actors. This development is part of the ongoing production efforts to bring the beloved animated series to life in a new format.
Jack Black has been cast in the live-action Minecraft movie, joining Jason Momoa, with shooting set to begin in New Zealand. The film, directed by Jared Hess, is scheduled for release on April 4, 2025. The Minecraft franchise, known for its expansive player-driven worlds and lack of set goals, has been a massive success since its 2011 debut, leading to Microsoft's acquisition of Mojang Studios. The movie's development has seen various directors and actors attached over the years, with the current iteration moving forward after COVID-19 delays.
Jack Black has been cast in the upcoming live-action "Minecraft" movie, joining Jason Momoa, Emma Myers, and Danielle Brooks. The film, directed by Jared Hess and backed by Warner Bros. and Legendary, is set to begin production in New Zealand and will release on April 4, 2025. Details about the plot and screenplay writer remain undisclosed. The movie is based on the massively popular video game "Minecraft," which has a significant player base and has led to multiple spinoffs since its 2011 debut. Jack Black is known for his roles in game-related films, including "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" and "Jumanji: The Next Level."
The live-action version of "Peter Pan & Wendy" directed by David Lowery and streaming on Disney+ is a Wendy-driven retelling of the classic story, with Ever Anderson delivering a touching performance as Wendy and Jude Law giving a memorable turn as Captain Hook. The film features diverse casting and action-packed scenes, while emphasizing the themes of connection and individual paths. Kids will enjoy the adventure, and the retelling does nothing to harm the impact of the timeless story.
Disney's latest live-action remake of "Peter Pan and Wendy" directed by David Lowery presents a diverse and empowered ensemble, correcting the vintage toon's shameful Native American stereotypes and making Tinker Bell a role model for a wider range of children. However, the film fails to rise above being mere "content" and is far more safe than satisfying, with a weak link in the portrayal of Peter Pan. Visually owing more to the "Harry Potter" series, the movie releases on Disney+ on April 28.
A leaked image of Stitch from the upcoming live-action Lilo & Stitch film has left fans horrified, but it turns out the image was created using Artificial Intelligence and is not the version we will see in the film. The film has already faced criticism for "white washing" the character Nani and concerns over how the alien characters will be CGI'd. The live-action Lilo & Stitch is set to release in 2024 or early 2025 and will star Chris Sanders, Zach Galifianakis, Maia Kealoha, Courtney B Vance, Sydney Agudong, and Billy Magnussen.
Universal Studios released the first look at Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo as Glinda and Elphaba in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Wicked. The movie, which is being produced in two parts, is set to premiere in November 2024. Both Grande and Erivo posted the photos on their Instagram pages without captions.