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entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Jeremy Renner Jokes About Recovery: 'I'm 25% Titanium'

Jeremy Renner, known for his role as Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, discussed his recovery from a severe snow plow accident at the Red Sea Film Festival. Despite suffering significant injuries, including 38 broken bones, Renner has returned to acting and is working on a book about his experience. He humorously noted that he's "25% titanium," jokingly comparing himself to Iron Man. Renner has resumed filming for "Mayor of Kingstown" and will appear in the upcoming film "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery."

via AOL|

#entertainment #jeremy-renner #marvel-cinematic-universe

movies1 year ago•8 min saved

Spike Lee's 'Highest 2 Lowest': A Star-Studded Reimagining with Denzel Washington and A$AP Rocky

Spike Lee discussed his upcoming film 'Highest to Lowest' with Denzel Washington, a reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa's 'High and Low,' at the Red Sea International Film Festival. He reflected on the challenges of making 'Malcolm X,' which he described as nearly killing him due to budget constraints and studio pressures. Lee also shared insights on his filmmaking philosophy, his partnership with Washington, and his views on retirement, expressing gratitude for his career and the opportunity to mentor new talent.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#denzel-washington #filmmaking #malcolm-x

movies1 year ago•5 min saved

Absurdist Black Comedy 'Dreaming of Lions' Explores Euthanasia

"Dreaming of Lions," an absurdist black comedy by Greek-Portuguese director Paulo Marinou-Blanco, explores themes of euthanasia and assisted suicide, inspired by his personal experiences with his father's prolonged illness and his own struggles with insomnia. The film, featuring Denise Fraga and João Nunes Monteiro, was well-received at the Red Sea International Film Festival. Marinou-Blanco's work reflects on the choice of life and death, drawing from his family's experiences and symbolically referencing Ernest Hemingway's "The Old Man and the Sea."

via Hollywood Reporter|

#black-comedy #dreaming-of-lions #euthanasia

entertainment1 year ago•6 min saved

Cynthia Erivo Defends Ariana Grande Against 'Wicked' Cyberbullying

Cynthia Erivo discussed the success of 'Wicked' and her bond with co-star Ariana Grande at the Red Sea International Film Festival. She emphasized the importance of portraying Elphaba with her personal experiences as a Black woman and addressed the dangers of cyberbullying, particularly against Grande. Erivo highlighted the significance of the color green in the film as a symbol for those who feel "othered" and expressed her aspirations in directing. She also shared insights on maintaining her voice and her admiration for role models like Cicely Tyson and Barbra Streisand.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#ariana-grande #cyberbullying #cynthia-erivo

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Cynthia Erivo Defends Ariana Grande Against 'Wicked' Cyberbullying

Cynthia Eviro has condemned cyber-bullying, particularly in response to online attacks against her 'Wicked' co-star Ariana Grande. Speaking at the Red Sea Film Festival, Eviro emphasized the importance of countering negativity with positivity and highlighted the supportive relationship she shares with Grande. The film 'Wicked: Part One' has been a box office success, grossing over $400 million since its release.

via Deadline|

#ariana-grande #cyber-bullying #cynthia-eviro

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Cynthia Erivo Condemns Cyberbullying of 'Wicked' Co-Star Ariana Grande

Cynthia Erivo has condemned cyber-bullying, particularly in response to online attacks against her 'Wicked' co-star Ariana Grande. Speaking at the Red Sea Film Festival, Erivo emphasized the importance of countering negativity with positivity and highlighted the supportive relationship she shares with Grande. The film 'Wicked: Part One' has been a box office success, grossing over $400 million since its release.

via Deadline|

#ariana-grande #cyber-bullying #cynthia-erivo

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Stars Shine at 2024 Red Sea Film Festival Opening Ceremony

The Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, commenced its fourth edition with a star-studded opening ceremony featuring celebrities like Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Spike Lee, and Vin Diesel. Spike Lee, serving as jury president, expressed his enthusiasm for the role, while Vin Diesel reminisced about his early career experiences with Lee. The festival, returning to the historic Al-Balad neighborhood, will showcase 120 films from 81 territories over nine days.

via Deadline|

#catherine-zeta-jones #entertainment #michael-douglas

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Vin Diesel Highlights Star-Studded Red Sea Film Festival Opening

The Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia commenced its fourth edition with the premiere of "The Tale of Daye’s Family" and a star-studded red carpet featuring celebrities like Vin Diesel, who received the Iconic Characters Award. Diesel remarked on the abundance of familiar faces compared to American award shows, highlighting the festival's warm atmosphere. The event, themed "Home," marks its return to Al-Balad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and includes career tributes to Emily Blunt, Aamir Khan, and Mona Zaki. Spike Lee, head of the jury, expressed excitement about the future of cinema showcased at the festival.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#entertainment #film-awards #red-sea-film-festival

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Emily Blunt Hints at 'Devil Wears Prada' Sequel with New Rumblings

Emily Blunt hinted at the possibility of a sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada' during the Red Sea Film Festival, expressing enthusiasm about reuniting with Meryl Streep and Stanley Tucci. She praised the unique musical film 'Emilia Pérez' and shared her joyful experience during the awards season for 'Oppenheimer.' Blunt also discussed her role in the upcoming film 'The Smashing Machine,' where Dwayne Johnson stars as MMA fighter Mark Kerr.

via Deadline|

#emilia-perez #emily-blunt #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Andrew Garfield's Journey as Spider-Man: From Ghostly Notes to Spontaneous Interactions

Andrew Garfield discusses his career and love for Spider-Man at the Red Sea Film Festival, sharing anecdotes about his early days in Hollywood and his experiences playing real-life characters. He also reflects on his role as Spider-Man and the opportunity to tie up loose ends with the character in "Spider-Man: Homecoming." Garfield praises the festival and expresses excitement about exploring Saudi Arabia.

via Variety|

#acting #andrew-garfield #career

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Halle Berry and Angelina Jolie's Rocky Start: A Bond That Serves Them Well

Halle Berry revealed that she and her Maude v Maude co-star Angelina Jolie had a "rocky start" but eventually bonded over their shared experiences with divorce and exes. Berry expressed excitement about working with another woman and crafting a story from their perspective. She described the film as a mix of Mr. and Mrs. Smith and Mission: Impossible with a comedic twist. Berry also mentioned that the film will feature unique locations never seen on screen before.

via Daily Mail|

#angelina-jolie #bonding-over-divorce #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Will Smith and Johnny Depp Share Heartwarming Moment at Red Sea Film Festival"

Will Smith posted a clip on Instagram showing him hugging and chatting with Johnny Depp at the Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia, making him the first A-lister to publicly embrace Depp since his trial with Amber Heard. Smith's gesture comes as he has been on a healing journey and trying to adjust his outlook on life, demonstrating a willingness to not judge others who have been labeled a certain way. Depp's "comeback" in Hollywood has been lukewarm, and it remains to be seen if other celebrities will follow Smith's lead in accepting him back into the fold.

via TMZ|

#amber-heard #entertainment #hollywood