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Lea Seydoux Joins Mikey Madison in A24's Red Death Reimagining
film1 month ago

Lea Seydoux Joins Mikey Madison in A24's Red Death Reimagining

Palme d’Or winner Lea Seydoux will star opposite Mikey Madison in The Masque of the Red Death, an A24/Picturestart revisionist, darkly comedic adaptation of Poe’s 1842 tale. The role is not disclosed. Writer-director Charlie Polinger leads the project, with Julia Hammer and Erik Feig producing for Picturestart; A24 will distribute worldwide. Seydoux, known for Dune: Part Two and James Bond films, has upcoming projects including The Unknown, Gentle Monster and Alpha Gang.

via Deadline|
#a24#film#lea-seydoux
Léa Seydoux Joins A24’s Dark Reimagining of The Masque of the Red Death
entertainment1 month ago

Léa Seydoux Joins A24’s Dark Reimagining of The Masque of the Red Death

French actress Léa Seydoux has joined Mikey Madison in A24’s revisionist take on Edgar Allan Poe’s The Masque of the Red Death, directed by Charlie Polinger. Madison is reported to play twin sisters in a tale where a mad prince hosts the noble class in a castle as a plague ravages the peasantry, with a long-lost twin from the lower class entering the decadent world leading to revenge and decapitations. The project, produced for Picturestart by Julia Hammer and Erik Feig (with James Presson and Lucy McKendrick) and distributed by A24, is set to shoot in Hungary beginning in February.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#a24#charlie-polinger#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

Live Updates: L.A. Film Critics Association Awards

The Los Angeles Film Critics Association celebrated its 50th anniversary by announcing its annual awards, with Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross winning best score for 'Challengers,' and Mikey Madison and Kieran Culkin receiving acting honors for 'Anora' and 'A Real Pain,' respectively. John Carpenter was recognized with a career achievement award, and Eduardo Williams' 'The Human Surge 3' won the Douglas Edwards Experimental Film Prize. The awards continue to feature gender-neutral acting categories.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#entertainment#film-awards#kieran-culkin
entertainment1 year ago

'Anora': A Revolutionary Rom-Com Redefining Expectations

Sean Baker's film 'Anora' reimagines the romantic comedy genre by blending it with thriller elements, drawing inspiration from 1970s cinema. The story follows Ani, a stripper played by Mikey Madison, who becomes involved with Ivan, the son of a Russian oligarch. The film shifts from a raunchy rom-com to a dark thriller during a 28-minute home-invasion scene, showcasing Baker's signature style of combining scripted and improvised scenes. The film explores themes of sex work and subverts traditional rom-com tropes, culminating in a complex and emotional ending.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#anora#entertainment#film-production
'Anora' Triumphs with Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival
entertainment1 year ago

'Anora' Triumphs with Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival

"Anora," a drama about a young exotic dancer directed by Sean Baker, won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. The film continues Baker's focus on sex worker narratives and was praised by jury president Greta Gerwig. Other notable winners included "All We Imagine As Light" for the Grand Prix and "Emilia Perez" for the jury prize and best actress ensemble.

via USA TODAY|
#anora#cannes-film-festival#entertainment
Sean Baker's 'Anora' Shines with Mikey Madison's Stellar Performance
entertainment1 year ago

Sean Baker's 'Anora' Shines with Mikey Madison's Stellar Performance

Sean Baker's film "Anora," which premiered at Cannes, features real strippers in significant roles, aiming to destigmatize sex work. The film, starring Mikey Madison, follows a Brighton Beach stripper who marries a Russian oligarch's son, blending comedy and drama. The supporting cast, including Luna Sofía Miranda, Lindsey Normington, and Sophia Carnabuci, contributed both on-screen and as consultants, ensuring an authentic portrayal of the stripping world. The film highlights class issues and the humanity of sex workers, with Baker's commitment to hiring real strippers praised for its impact on visibility and opportunity in the industry.

via Vulture|
#anora#cannes-film-festival#entertainment