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The article highlights five iconic Kawasaki motorcycles featured in movies, including Johnny Tran's KLR650 in 'The Fast and the Furious', Goose's Z1000 in 'Mad Max', Maverick's Ninja H2 in 'Top Gun Maverick', The Bride's ZZR 250 in 'Kill Bill', and the GPZ900R Ninja in 'Top Gun', showcasing their impact and recognition in film.
Paramount has won a copyright lawsuit brought by the heirs of the author of a 1983 magazine story that inspired the original Top Gun, with the court finding that the sequel's elements are largely dissimilar from the article and that any overlapping factual similarities aren't protected by copyright law. The heirs, who claimed the rights to the story reverted back to them in 2020, will appeal the ruling. The court also dismissed the breach of contract claim for Paramount's refusal to credit the author in the film, stating that the sequel was produced independently of the rights conveyed to Paramount.
Actor Barry Tubb, known for his role as "Wolfman" in the original Top Gun, is suing Paramount Pictures for allegedly using his likeness in the 2022 sequel, Top Gun: Maverick, without his consent. Tubb claims that the studio did not have the authority to use his image in the sequel, as it was not part of the original contract. He is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages and demanding a trial by jury.
Barry Tubb, who played Wolfman in the original Top Gun, is suing Paramount for using his likeness in the sequel, Top Gun: Maverick, without his consent. Tubb claims that his contract did not allow for the use of his image in any potential sequel, and that the altered behind-the-scenes shot in the film destroyed any copyright to the image of him. He is demanding a jury trial and alleging that Paramount's conduct is misleading and deceptive.
Barry Tubb, who played "Wolfman" in the original "Top Gun," is suing Paramount Pictures for using his likeness in the sequel "Top Gun: Maverick" without permission or compensation. Tubb claims that the use of his image in a crucial scene was misleading and deceptive, and he is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages, with a minimum of $75,000, and a trial by jury. Paramount is accused of being an unapologetic infringer, and Tubb's lawyers believe the legal process will produce a just result.
Actor Barry Tubb, known for his role in the original "Top Gun," is suing Paramount Pictures for using his image in the sequel "Top Gun: Maverick" without permission. Tubb claims that the studio violated his contract by using a behind-the-scenes photo of him from the first film in the later release, seeking unspecified damages for the unauthorized use of his likeness and alleging a violation of his right to privacy. The lawsuit contends that Paramount used Tubb's image for commercial gain without compensation, and Tubb's legal team asserts that the amount of damages should be no less than $75,000.
Paramount has announced a deal for a third "Top Gun" movie, with Tom Cruise set to reprise his role as Navy fighter pilot Pete "Maverick" Mitchell. The sequel stars Glen Powell and Miles Teller are also slated to return, with producers Jerry Bruckheimer and David Ellison expected to sign on as well. The original 1986 film introduced viewers to Cruise's daring character, and the sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," was nominated for an Academy Award and took home an Oscar for Best Sound. Production and release details for the third movie are currently unavailable.
Tom Cruise is set to return to the skies for a third Top Gun movie, following the success of Top Gun: Maverick. Co-writer Ehren Kruger is working on the script, with the intention of reuniting Cruise with co-stars Miles Teller and Glen Powell. While a director has not been confirmed, Joseph Kosinski is a potential candidate. The news comes amidst studio negotiations over Cruise's career, with Warner Bros signing a non-exclusive deal with the actor, while Paramount will oversee the production of Top Gun 3.
Memorial Day 2023 offers a variety of entertainment options, including military-themed movies like "Pearl Harbor" and "Saving Private Ryan," a Beach Boys tribute special, and the hit sequel "Top Gun: Maverick." TV specials include the documentary "The Curious Case of Natalia Grace" and the three-part series "FDR." For those in the mood for comedy, the "Hangover" movies will air in a marathon. The wacky rom-com "The Lost City" is also available for streaming.
Sydney Sweeney revealed that she calls her Anyone But You co-star Glen Powell "Top Gun" in honor of his upcoming film Top Gun: Maverick. The two recently wrapped filming on the romantic comedy and joked about their characters' contentious relationship at CinemaCon 2023. The release date for Anyone But You has yet to be announced, but it will be exclusively released in theaters.
Nicholas Hoult revealed that he was offered a role in "Mission: Impossible 7" by Tom Cruise, but had to turn it down due to a prior commitment to Hulu's "The Great." Hoult also screen-tested for "Batman" and "Top Gun: Maverick," but didn't get either role. Cruise personally offered him the "Mission: Impossible" role, but he was eventually replaced by Esai Morales. Hoult currently stars in "Renfield" alongside Nicolas Cage.
Jimmy Kimmel's Oscars monologue had a three-minute chunk dedicated to Tom Cruise, who did not attend the ceremony despite his movie Top Gun: Maverick being up for six Academy Awards. Kimmel's final monologue took a jab at Cruise and James Cameron for not being in the Dolby Theatre after lobbying moviegoers to return to theaters. However, Kimmel's wife and Oscars executive producer, Molly McNearney, said the "L. Ron Hubba Hubba" quip would not have been made if Cruise was present, as Kimmel loves him and wanted to celebrate him.