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entertainment1 year ago

"Netflix Enters Broadway Production with 'Patriots' by Peter Morgan"

Netflix is set to make its Broadway producing debut with Peter Morgan's play Patriots, which is scheduled to open on April 22 at Broadway's Ethel Barrymore Theatre. The play, set in 1991 after the fall of the Soviet Union, follows the rise of oligarchs like Boris Berezovsky and Vladimir Putin. Netflix's participation was announced in a press release, and the completed casting of the large ensemble includes actors such as Michael Stuhlbarg and Will Keen. The play's creative team features set designer Miriam Buether and co-costume designers Deborah Andrews and Miriam Buether.

via Deadline|
#broadway#entertainment#netflix
arts2 years ago

'Patriots' by Peter Morgan: A Broadway Look at Putin's Politics

"Patriots," a play by Peter Morgan, is set to transfer to Broadway in April, featuring Michael Stuhlbarg as Russian oligarch Boris A. Berezovsky, who helped Putin rise to power but later fell out with him. The drama, well-received in London, will add international intrigue to Broadway's spring season and is directed by Rupert Goold, with Sonia Friedman as lead producer. The play's Broadway debut comes amid a challenging season for producers and investors due to higher production costs and lower ticket sales post-pandemic.

via The New York Times|
#arts#broadway#michael-stuhlbarg
entertainment2 years ago

"Peter Morgan's 'Patriots' to Premiere on Broadway in 2024"

Peter Morgan's play "Patriots" is set to make its Broadway debut in 2024, with a limited 12-week engagement at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. The play, which recounts the story of Vladimir Putin's rise to power, will feature Michael Stuhlbarg and Will Keen in leading roles. The production, which premiered in London, is directed by Rupert Goold and has garnered critical acclaim for its timely exploration of Russia's past and present.

via Playbill|
#broadway#entertainment#michael-stuhlbarg
tv2 years ago

"The Crown's Finale Revealed: Peter Morgan Explains the Series' End in 2005"

The creator of Netflix's "The Crown," Peter Morgan, explains why the series concludes in 2005, 17 years before Queen Elizabeth II's death. Morgan wanted to maintain a distance from the present day and construct a satisfying ending, even though it was almost 20 years before the actual end. The finale sets up a conflict within the queen, reaffirming her devotion to her civic duty. Morgan reveals that his exploration of the Queen Mother's life was partly to understand his own mother's generation. He expresses pride and satisfaction in ending the series now, believing it is the right time.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#finale#historical-drama#peter-morgan
tvmedia2 years ago

"The Crown: A Royal Farewell and Lasting Impact"

The final season of "The Crown" abandons its subtlety and opts for overdetermined dialogue, delivering bald and obvious thesis statements. The show's earlier seasons excelled at conveying emotions through demonstration rather than dialogue, but in season six, the anxiety of being misunderstood leads to an overwhelming need to explicitly state everything. The finale hammers home the themes of sacrifice, erasure, and the decline of the monarchy, leaving little room for interpretation. The once nuanced storytelling gives way to brazen superficiality, culminating in a simplistic proclamation of the end of an era.

via Vulture|
#monarchy#peter-morgan#royal-family
entertainment2 years ago

"The Crown's Dramatic License Criticized Over Princess Diana's Death"

The Crown's portrayal of Princess Diana's death has been criticized by the Queen's former press secretary, Dickie Arbiter, for lacking sensitivity and taking dramatic license. Arbiter specifically criticized scenes involving Prince Charles breaking the news to their sons and interactions between Charles and the Queen. He also debunked scenes related to Diana's funeral preparations. Arbiter suggested that Netflix should include a disclaimer to clarify that the series is heavily embellished. The Crown's creator, Peter Morgan, has acknowledged infusing "acts of imagination" with real-life events.

via Deadline|
#dickie-arbiter#entertainment#peter-morgan
entertainment2 years ago

Unveiling the Emotional Journey of Princess Diana in 'The Crown'

Elizabeth Debicki, the actor who portrays Princess Diana in the final season of The Crown, described the moments leading up to Diana's death as "completely unbearable" after reenacting the car chase through Paris. Debicki felt trapped during filming and emphasized the emotional challenge of portraying those days. The show has faced criticism for blurring the lines between historical accuracy and fiction, prompting Netflix to add a "fictional dramatisation" clarification to the trailer. The season focuses on the weeks before Diana's death and the monarchy's response to her passing, concluding with William meeting Kate and Charles marrying Camilla.

via The Guardian|
#diana#elizabeth-debicki#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Prince Harry's Involvement with 'The Crown' Revealed by Netflix CEO

Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos and The Crown creator Peter Morgan have confirmed that Prince Harry's production and the hit series about the British royal family are separate entities, with no collaboration or input from Harry on the show. The upcoming final season of The Crown will focus on the direct line of succession, primarily Elizabeth, Charles, and William, with little mention of Harry. The season will also delve into Princess Diana's final years before her death. Morgan clarified that Diana's presence in the show is not a traditional "ghost," but a unique representation of her continuing impact on those she left behind.

via SheKnows|
#entertainment#netflix#peter-morgan
entertainment2 years ago

The Crown's Creator Claims Critics, Including Judi Dench, Feel Stupid

Peter Morgan, the creator of the hit Netflix series "The Crown," has stated that critics, including Dame Judi Dench and Sir John Major, likely feel "rather stupid" after watching the show. Morgan believes that once people actually view the series, they become silent in their criticism. He acknowledges the sensitivity and attachment that the British public has towards the royal family, making it a challenging subject to explore. The sixth and final season of "The Crown" will be released in two parts, covering significant events such as the deaths of Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed, the golden jubilee, and Prince Charles' marriage to Camilla Parker Bowles. Morgan also discusses the possibility of a prequel and his decision to acknowledge Queen Elizabeth II's death in the final season. He expresses sympathy for Prince Harry but chose not to read his memoir. Additionally, he clarifies that Diana's ghost in the show is not intended to be supernatural but a representation of her continuing presence in the minds of those she left behind.

via The Guardian|
#british-royal-family#critics#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"The Crown Creator Addresses Prequel Buzz, Diana's Ghost, and Criticism of Leaked Scene"

Peter Morgan, the creator of Netflix's "The Crown," discusses the upcoming sixth and final season, which includes a scene where Prince Charles talks to a vision of Princess Diana after her death. Morgan clarifies that it is not meant to be supernatural but rather Diana continuing to live vividly in the minds of those she left behind. He expresses his bittersweet feelings about ending the series that has defined his career and made Netflix a major player in original programming. The final season will be split into two parts, with the first half focusing on Diana and the second half on Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles. Morgan also addresses the criticism and controversy surrounding the show's accuracy and portrayal of the royal family.

via Variety|
#entertainment#netflix#peter-morgan