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Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Taylor Swift's highly anticipated directorial debut has been delayed as she focuses on her successful album and tour, with her first feature film still in development and awaiting her input, despite her recent box office success with her concert film.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Dark Horizons
A new trailer has been released for "Kinds of Kindness," the third collaboration between actress Emma Stone and director Yorgos Lanthimos, following its success at the Cannes Film Festival. The film, set to release on June 21st, features a star-studded cast including Jesse Plemons and Willem Dafoe, and tells three interconnected stories with the actors playing different roles.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IndieWire
Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch are set to star in the satirical divorce comedy "The Roses," a remake of the 1989 film "War of the Roses." The project, written by Tony McNamara and directed by Jay Roach, is based on the novel by Warren Adler and will be produced by both actors. The story follows a seemingly perfect couple whose lives unravel when professional dreams collapse. Searchlight Pictures is behind the project, with president Matthew Greenfield praising the team involved as a "dream team."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman are set to star in "The Roses," a reimagining of the 1989 classic "The War of the Roses," directed by Jay Roach for Searchlight Pictures. The dark comedy will explore the hidden competition and resentments within a seemingly perfect couple's life. The project is being produced by Cumberbatch's SunnyMarch banner and involves several other notable producers. The film marks the first project under Adler Entertainment Trust's two-year first-look deal with the studio. The star-studded cast and production team are excited to bring this new take on the classic story to life.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IndieWire
Searchlight Pictures has announced the release date for Yorgos Lanthimos' next film, "Kinds of Kindness," set to open in theaters on June 21, 2024, with a limited release followed by a wider nationwide opening. The anthology film features three separate storylines and stars Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, Margaret Qualley, Jesse Plemons, Hunter Schafer, Joe Alwyn, Hong Chau, and Mamoudou Athie. Shot in New Orleans in fall 2022, the film is set in the U.S. and is expected to potentially premiere at the Cannes 2024 Film Festival.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Vulture
Jesse Eisenberg's film "A Real Pain" takes a different approach to the subject of the Holocaust, aiming for a more realistic and less sanctimonious portrayal. The film, which he directed and stars in alongside Kieran Culkin, premiered at Sundance and was acquired by Searchlight Pictures for $10 million.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin's film "A Real Pain" has been acquired by Searchlight Pictures for $10 million, with a theatrical release planned for this year. The movie, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, follows cousins on a Holocaust tour in Poland and has garnered praise for its emotional depth and universal themes. Eisenberg, who also directed the film, drew inspiration from his family's Polish roots. The deal marks one of the biggest acquisitions at the festival, amidst slower dealmaking overall.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Jesse Eisenberg's film "A Real Pain" has been acquired by Searchlight Pictures in a $10 million deal after sparking a bidding war at the Sundance Film Festival. The movie, directed and starring Eisenberg alongside Kieran Culkin, tells a personal story about cousins on a tour through Poland. Searchlight plans to release the film theatrically this year, praising Eisenberg's vision and craft, while the actor expressed his excitement to work with Searchlight and bring the story to a wider audience.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
Searchlight Pictures secured the first major deal at the Sundance Film Festival, acquiring worldwide rights to Jesse Eisenberg's directorial debut, "A Real Pain," for $10 million. The film stars Kieran Culkin and Jennifer Grey and follows mismatched cousins on a trip to Poland to honor their grandmother, with tensions resurfacing. The deal was brokered by CAA Media Finance and WME, and Searchlight plans a big theatrical release for the film. Eisenberg expressed excitement about working with Searchlight, while the production team also shared their enthusiasm for the collaboration. The festival has seen a lot of enthusiasm for various films, with more deals expected as it progresses.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN
Disney-owned Searchlight Pictures has reportedly sold the rights to the Jonathan Majors-starring drama film Magazine Dreams back to the filmmakers, following Disney's decision to cut ties with Majors on the MCU front. This move allows the filmmakers to seek another buyer for the film's release, as it won't be under Disney/Searchlight. The development comes amid legal issues for Majors, who faces up to a year in prison following a domestic violence trial. Majors' career has suffered significant fallout, with Disney also dropping him from other projects.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IndieWire
Searchlight Pictures has dropped the film "Magazine Dreams" starring Jonathan Majors and returned the rights to the filmmakers following Majors' assault conviction and subsequent firing from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film, directed and written by Elijah Bynum, is now being shopped to potential buyers after being pulled from its release calendar. Majors, who maintains his innocence, faces sentencing in February and has also been dropped from another project.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Jonathan Majors' film "Magazine Dreams" has been returned to the filmmakers by Searchlight Pictures, following the actor's legal troubles. The movie, which received positive reviews at Sundance, was originally acquired for a significant sum and was poised for an awards season campaign. However, Majors' legal issues led to Searchlight's decision not to release the film. With the rights now back in the hands of the filmmakers, they are seeking a new buyer for the movie, offering it another chance to be seen and potentially achieve its original aspirations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Jonathan Majors' critically-acclaimed indie film Magazine Dreams, acquired by Searchlight Pictures for distribution, will likely not be released following the actor's arrest on domestic violence charges. The film, once considered an awards season candidate, has been removed from the release calendar, and there is uncertainty about its future release, even on streaming platforms. The film's director, Elijah Bynum, specifically wrote the script for Majors, who plays an amateur bodybuilder battling personal demons. Despite the setback, Majors continues to be busy with other film projects.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Tennessean
Taylor Swift attended the premiere of "Poor Things" to support her friend Emma Stone, and her presence has sparked speculation about her own Hollywood ambitions. Last year, Swift signed a deal with Searchlight Pictures to make her directorial debut with a feature film she wrote, but no details have been revealed yet. Swift has been involved in directing her music videos and recently released a 14-minute short film, "All Too Well," which garnered critical acclaim. She was also invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences earlier this year.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IndieWire
The trailer for Yorgos Lanthimos' "Poor Things" has been released, starring Emma Stone as Bella Baxter, a woman brought back to life by a scientist played by Willem Dafoe. The film, a twist on the Frankenstein story, is based on a postmodern novel by Scottish author Alasdair Gray. "Poor Things" is set to be released on September 8 by Searchlight Pictures and is expected to be shown at the Venice Film Festival.