All articles tagged with #movie production
The article highlights 18 high-profile movies that were largely shot but have not been released due to various reasons such as financial issues, legal problems, or creative differences, including projects like 'Batgirl,' 'The Deep,' and 'The Day The Clown Cried.'
Jennifer Lawrence and Emma Stone are set to produce a Miss Piggy movie, with Cole Escola writing the script, marking a new solo project for the iconic Muppet character.
Jennifer Lawrence revealed she and Emma Stone are producing a Miss Piggy movie, with Cole Escola writing it, though details are still unknown. She also discussed her interest in a Broadway role and clarified fan casting rumors involving her and Emma Stone.
Michael Mann's 'Heat 2' will be filmed in Los Angeles after receiving a $37.2 million California tax credit, part of a broader incentive program supporting over 50 film projects including a new Jumanji and movies from The Daniels, aiming to boost local employment and economic activity.
Ice Cube revealed that his scenes for the 'War of the Worlds' remake were shot in 15 days during the COVID pandemic without a director or co-actors, and the film's delayed release was due to post-production and footage collection issues after Universal sold it to Amazon.
The original dark ending of the film 'Weapons' was altered due to feedback from test audiences, leading to a different final version.
Sam Rockwell left the 1997 film G.I. Jane before filming started after a wild party with Demi Moore and Navy Seals, where his head was shaved and he got drunk, citing his lack of preparation and physical unfitness for the role as reasons for his departure.
Margaret Hamilton, who played the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz," endured significant hardships during production, including severe burns from the green makeup and dangerous stunts. Despite these challenges, Hamilton, a former kindergarten teacher and single mother, became iconic for her role. The film's production was notoriously difficult for many actors, with issues ranging from heavy costumes to harmful makeup. Hamilton's interest in ecology and environmentalism reflected her "green" character beyond the screen.
Ryan Reynolds revealed that he paid the screenwriters of the first "Deadpool" movie out of his own salary to ensure their presence on set, as the production had limited resources. Despite the challenges, Reynolds believes the constraints fostered creativity and character focus. He continues to apply this philosophy in the upcoming "Deadpool and Wolverine" film, now backed by Disney.
Director James Gunn is concluding local production of the new "Superman" movie at The Arcade Cleveland, where the historic building has been transformed into Metropolis businesses for the final scenes.
Kevin Costner attended the Cannes Film Festival with five of his children to promote his new western "Horizon: An American Saga." Despite his hopes for family bonding, his kids quickly found their own activities. Costner, who self-financed part of the film, received a standing ovation at the premiere and shared that his son Hayes has a small but impactful role in the movie.
Kevin Costner attended the Cannes Film Festival with five of his children to promote his new western film "Horizon: An American Saga." Despite his hopes for family bonding, his kids quickly found their own activities. Costner, who self-financed part of the film, received a nearly 10-minute standing ovation at the premiere. He also revealed that his son Hayes has a small but impactful role in the movie.
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the former armorer of the movie Rust, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for involuntary manslaughter in the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The judge criticized Gutierrez-Reed for not expressing accountability for the death. The incident occurred when actor Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun during a scene rehearsal, leading to questions about who was responsible for loading the gun with live ammunition. Gutierrez-Reed's attorney argued that she was unfairly targeted, while her father's GoFundMe campaign to cover legal costs was shut down. Alec Baldwin is set to go on trial in July for his role in the incident.
Minnie Driver alleges that producers of the 1998 film Hard Rain wouldn't let her wear a wetsuit under her costume during the harsh shoot, claiming they wanted to see her nipples. She said she was made to feel like an "idiot" for pushing back against the decision and was punished for complaining about the conditions. A representative for Morgan Freeman said he has no recollection of the alleged incident, while the film's costume designer stated that wetsuits were provided to everyone, including the cast. The film, which followed associates trying to stop a gang from stealing money amid a flood, received negative reviews and was a box office disappointment.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce missed the premiere of his first executive-produced movie, "My Dead Friend Zoe," at SXSW in Austin, Texas, as he was in Singapore supporting his girlfriend Taylor Swift on her Eras Tour. The dark comedy drama, directed by military veteran Kyle Hausman-Stokes, follows the story of a U.S. Army Afghanistan veteran at odds with her family due to the presence of her deceased best friend. Despite the film's positive reception, it currently lacks a distributor and release date.