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Blue Beetle star Xolo Maridueña recalled the first time he watched his DCU film. Get the tissues ready. Speaking to Variety, Maridueña revealed that he celebrated his 22nd birthday on June 9 by watching the final cut of Blue Beetle with his family. “I had to watch it a second time, because the first time […]

James Gunn has come out and clarified the status of Batman being cast in his DCU. This past weekend, there were a lot of rumors swirling about potential Batman actors. However, Gunn took to his Threads account to clarify that the role has not been filled yet. “I’m assuming rumors about DCU Batman casting have […]

What’s it like working with Denzel Washington multiple times over the course of multiple decades? Antoine Fuqua knows. Back in 2001, Fuqua directed Washington in Training Day — a film Washington would win a Best Actor Academy Award for. This was their first of five collaborations, including The Equalizer 3. In 2014, 13 years after […]

The Flash was a disappointment for Warner Bros. at the box office, but the latest reported budget is even higher than initially thought. This makes the DCU film even more of a flop. According to The Hollywood Reporter, The Flash had a budget of $300 million. This figure is seemingly before marketing. Meanwhile, The Flash […]

Pittsburgh native Antoine Fuqua is an acclaimed director known for his work with Denzel Washington, including Training Day and The Equalizer series. He has also worked in the documentary sphere and revealed to ClutchPoints his plans to make a Pittsburgh Steelers documentary. ClutchPoints spoke to Fuqua about his latest film, The Equalizer 3, and asked […]

A huge part of Gran Turismo is Jann Mardenborough (played by Archie Madekwe) and the role music plays in his life. Throughout the film, Mardenborough is seen listening to Kenny G on repeat. Speaking to Mardenborough prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike, ClutchPoints asked if there were any other artists that he keeps in the rotation. […]

When it comes to original filmmaking, no one does it like Ari Aster. I may have loathed Beau is Afraid, but I can appreciate its originality. Gran Turismo star Archie Madekwe has worked with him a number of times, and spoke to ClutchPoints about the “brilliant filmmaker.” Archie Madekwe’s roles in Ari Aster films You […]

Archie Madekwe has worked with Ari Aster and Emerald Fennell, but has an eye-opening comparison for Gran Turismo director Neil Blomkamp. Speaking to ClutchPoints prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike about Gran Turismo, Madekwe revealed that there was a lot left on the cutting room floor: “It’s interesting you say that because there’s a bunch that […]

Gran Turismo star Archie Madekwe, who portrays real-life gamer-turned-racer Jann Mardenborough, couldn’t drive prior to being cast in the film. However, Mardenborough himself can’t drive regular cars that well, either. During an interview with ClutchPoints prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike, Madekwe revealed that he hasn’t been able to put the driving skills he learned during […]

The new sports biopic, Gran Turismo, races into theaters soon. It tells the story of Jann Mardenborough, a pro-level Gran Turismo player who is given the chance to become a professional race car driver. But that isn’t a popular decision by all. And Gran Turismo chronicles his journey in the GT Academy with trainer Jack […]

Blue Beetle helmer Angel Manuel Soto’s next film will star Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista. TheWrap revealed that Soto has joined his next project, titled The Wrecking Crew. It is in the works at MGM and stars Momoa and Bautista. Plot details are unknown, but Jonathan Topper (who executive produced and wrote episodes of the […]

The Outsiders, an adaptation of Francis Ford Coppola’s 1983 film, has set its Broadway opening date. In a social media post, it was revealed that The Outsiders will begin previews at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on March 16, 2024. The opening night will come on April 11, 2024.  Tickets will go on sale on […]

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts has made unfortunate franchise history. The latest Transformers film wrapped up its box office run with a total of $438 million. That’s currently the lowest-grossing figure in the franchise — Bumblebee ($465 million) is the next closest, and then The Last Knight ($602 million) before that. However, in terms of […]

The DCU’s newest hero, Blue Beetle, made his big screen debut this weekend. Star Xolo Maridueña has a message about diversity in Hollywood. Speaking to People in July prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike, Maridueña reflected on his first decade in Hollywood. He described Hollywood as a “fickle” industry, saying, “It’s hard out there. There’s not […]

The third act of Black Widow stunk. Stranger Things star David Harbour may have gave some insight as to why the MCU film underwhelmed. In an interview recorded prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike on Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused podcast, Harbour opened up about Thunderbolts. He spoke about how they were set to begin production, […]

David Dastmalchian, MCU and DCU veteran and Oppenheimer star, has revealed that he wants to play a James Bond villain in an upcoming 007 film. Speaking to /Film prior to the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes about his latest film, The Last Voyage of the Demeter, Dastmalchian followed up on previous comments made to the outlet […]

Pretty soon, you won’t be able to block people on X (formerly Twitter). At least according to Elon Musk. In a tweet exchange, Musk said that, “Block is going to be deleted as a ‘feature’, except for DMs.” Elon Musk says the ability to block people on X/Twitter will soon be removed pic.twitter.com/ET2ZKJu2ht — BNO […]

“Wait, you actually have motion sickness?” I asked my now-girlfriend (Happy Birthday!) on our first date. Sure, I knew motion sickness is a real condition, but I hadn’t met somebody with it. Is it bad that I always associate it with Phoebe Bridgers’ song, “Motion Sickness”? The indie singer-songwriter, who just turned 29 (Happy [Belated] […]

While Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran haven’t re-recorded “End Game” for Reputation (Taylor’s Version), the two grabbed dinner in New York City as the former’s “Eras” tour is winding down. The Mail exclusively shared images of Swift and Sheeran as they were seen getting dinner at Zero Bond — an exclusive members-only club — on […]

The ending of DC’s Blue Beetle has major implications for the future of the character. Here’s what went down. Warning: Spoilers ahead for Blue Beetle At one point in the film, Jaime (Xolo Maridueña) is finally captured by Victoria Kord (Susan Sarandon). His family, meanwhile, has their home destroyed by Kord’s army. His father, Alberto […]

After four straight weeks atop the box office, Barbie looks poised to be dethroned by the upcoming DCU film, Blue Beetle. A new forecast from BoxOfficePro suggests that Blue Beetle will open at $26 million — that’s about $4 million lower than the previous projection — which should top Barbie’s estimated $21.5 million gross. Fellow […]

David Hand, son of the 1937 Snow White director (also named David Hand), has spoken out about Disney’s upcoming live-action remake starring Rachel Zegler. Speaking to The Telegraph, Hand, 91, said, “It’s a whole different concept and I just totally disagree with it, and I know my dad and Walt [Disney] would also very much […]

Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch and reality TV star Porsha Williams bond in an exclusive Stars on Mars clip from ClutchPoints. In the clip, Lynch speaks with Williams about her reality TV past. “So, you made a life out of this?… Why?” he asks. She turns the question back onto him, “Well, let me […]

As is the case with any comic book movie nowadays, DC’s Blue Beetle has a couple of scenes in the credits. Warning: Spoilers ahead for Blue Beetle Blue Beetle follows Jaime Reyes (Xolo Maridueña) after he returns home from college. He ends up taking on the Scarab and is given the armor. This leads to […]

Dolly Parton has orchestrated a Beatles reunion with Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr. The trio collaborated on a rendition of the iconic Beatles track, “Let It Be.” On August 18, Parton released her rendition of “Let It Be” for Rockstar. Parton predominantly sings the verses as McCartney joins her on the “speaking words of wisdom, […]

Special effects artist Christine Overs is suing Disney for $190k over an on-set injury from The Little Mermaid production. The Times of London (via Variety) reported that Overs, 74, is suing after over an accident that occurred in October 2020. She fell from a polystyrene step onto a concrete floor, breaking her wrist. Overs alleges […]

David Harbour has teased the upcoming fifth season of Stranger Things, calling its finale “very, very moving.” Speaking to Josh Horowitz on his Happy Sad Confused podcast prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike about Gran Turismo, He revealed that “before the strike, we were sent scripts.” However, he wasn’t sent the Stranger Things finale script. He […]

Michael Cera loved filming Edgar Wright’s 2010 Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. So much so, that the actor recently revealed he was “a little depressed” after it wrapped. Speaking to GQ about his most iconic roles, Cera looked back at his time on Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. “It was so much fun,” he said. […]

The Nun actress Bonnie Aarons has filed for a lawsuit against Warner Bros. She will star in the upcoming Conjuring spin-off film, The Nun II this September. The Guardian broke the news of Aarons’ lawsuit. She is alleging that Warner Bros. is not disclosing the amount of money made off of merchandise of her character. […]

Jan de Bont, director of the original Twister movie, made a shocking admission about his involvement with the forthcoming sequel. Speaking to Inverse, de Bont emphasized that a film like Twister “cannot be remade.” However, he’s not surprised that Twisters, a sequel, is coming out. “It made so much money for the studio,” de Bont […]

Michael Cera as Allan was a standout in Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. However, he nearly didn’t take the role in the Margot Robbie-led film. While discussing his most iconic characters with GQ, Cera spoke about the process of joining Barbie. “It was a kind of very last-minute casting,” Cera recalled. “My manager got a call checking […]

When your bar is Black Adam, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, and The Flash, it’s easy to stand out. Luckily, DC’s latest, Blue Beetle, does so tenfold. And while it serves as a fine introduction for its titular hero, it makes the same critical mistakes as the first Shazam! film. Blue Beetle review I guess […]

Deborah Chow, director of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, has provided a promising update regarding a second season of the Star Wars show. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, it seems that Chow was slightly underwhelmed by the way that production on Obi-Wan Kenobi ended. “You always think you’re going to end a series like this in […]

Jamie Dornan recently recalled his Superman audition for Man of Steel. The Fifty Shades of Grey star auditioned for the role of Superman by wearing his own suit. In an interview with Josh Horowitz for his Happy Sad Confused podcast (recorded in 2022), Dornan said, “I think the only one [superhero role] I’ve actually auditioned […]

The Last of Us creator Craig Mazin has hinted at how long the HBO hit could run. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Mazin casually dropped in a hint that The Last of Us could run for four seasons. “Even if we have a principal debate about what is required to execute a second […]

Iconic rock band Coldplay is being sued by their former manager, Dave Holmes. Variety broke the news of Coldplay being sued. A rep of the band told them that Holmes and the band had parted ways 12 months ago — thus ending a 22-year relationship between the two parties. Their current managers are Phil Harvey, […]

Beef creator Lee Sung Jin recently provided an update on a possible Season 2 of the Netflix hit amid the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Jin said, “I’d love to make more. We initially pitched the show as an anthology series where every season is a new beef with new characters. […]

Michael Cera headlines the Scott Pilgrim vs. the World cast that’s returning for the Netflix anime series. He recently dished on the return and the forthcoming series’ “specific energy.” In an interview with Decider about his latest film, The Adults, Cera discussed his return to the franchise. “It’s strange and very fun,” he said. “Scott […]

Amid rumors of a breakup, the relationship between Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet has received a promising update. A source told Entertainment Tonight that Jenner and Chalamet are still casually seeing each other. “Kylie and Timothée are still seeing each other when they can. Kylie’s busy with work and traveling a lot, but they make […]