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Zachary Levi voiced Flynn Ryder in Disney’s Tangled years ago. With the rumors of a live-action remake with Florence Pugh attached, the Shazam! made his pitch to reprise the role he voiced. During an appearance at Fan Expo Chicago earlier in August (via The Fan Club), Levi was asked what Disney Broadway production he would […]

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 […]

Drake continues to make headlines with his ‘It’s All A Blur’ tour, this time by bringing out LeBron James and his son Bronny James at his Los Angeles show at Crypto.com Arena. Drake has been in Los Angeles for a few concerts now, starting at The Forum but waiting to showcase the James family at […]

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 […]

Now that longtime Super Mario voice actor Charles Martinet has announced he’s retiring from full-time voicing duties of the character and transitioning to his new role as Mario Ambassador, rumors are swirling over who will fill his larger-than-life brown plumber shoes. One name that quickly started swirling on social media is Chris Pratt, the A-list […]

The hit Netflix movie “The Cloned Tyrone” has several HBCU alumni that were featured, per a TikTok by premier HBCU brand Historically Black Since. The movie was an instant success, with fans and critics alike applauding the gripping social satire of life and culture. Six HBCU alumni were featured on the cast and aided in […]

For anyone who’s recently played their kids the 1978 Queen classic “Fat Bottomed Girls” and then while pondering the lyrics stopped to ask themselves huh, how is this still ok? we have an answer — apparently it’s not. The legendary rock band’s hit song was dropped from the band’s new greatest hits collection designed for younger […]

Bradley Cooper’s portrayal of Leonard Bernstein in the upcoming movie “Maestro” has raised some concerns. In a trailer released recently, Cooper’s prosthetic nose to resemble Bernstein earned negative reactions. Many were quick to call it ‘Jewface’ and relate it to antisemitism. Despite that, big groups that represent Jewish people don’t think there’s a big problem […]

Taika Waititi already brought Chris Hemsworth in Thor: Ragnarok and Thor: Love and Thunder. Now, with another Chris Hemsworth Thor film, the director says it will need a villain who’s even scarier than Hela. In his special book called Thor: Love and Thunder The Official Movie Special, Taika Watiti shared some ideas about the future […]

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 […]

As Oppenheimer rushes to become a favorite among moviegoers, one celebrity remains unimpressed. Recently, Internet sensation and WWE Superstar, Logan Paul revealed that he walked out of Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. In his podcast, called Impaulsive, Logan Paul spoke with the YouTubers RackaRacka, who made the popular horror film “Talk to Me.” Paul mentioned that he […]

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 […]

Actor David Harbour recently shared a heartwarming story about Taylor Swift’s kind gesture. While attending the pop star’s record-breaking Eras tour concerts in Minneapolis, Swift surprised Harbour’s stepdaughter with a personal note. The Stranger Things actor revealed that he had put in a lot of effort to secure tickets for the show for his stepdaughter, […]

The final chapter in Netflix’s “UNTOLD” series is one fans have been waiting a long time for. One of the most interesting teams in sports history, the mid-to-late 2000s Florida Gators, were surrounded by scandals and controversies. However, those Gators also did a lot of winning. The Netflix docuseries, ‘Swamp Kings,’ will tell the story […]

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 […]

Will Apple TV take over ESPN in the future? According to Wall Street analyst, Daniel Ives, it’s a real possibility. As Apple TV looks to up its game in the streaming market, they know acquiring live sports will be key to increasing subscribers. After recently getting rights to Major League Soccer and Major League Baseball, […]

“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] […]

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 […]

Damian Lillard is more than just a point guard for the Portland Trail Blazers and one of the best players in the NBA. He is also a really good rapper that goes by the moniker “Dame Dolla,” and he just dropped his most recent album, Don Dolla. Obviously, he has gotten the cosign from much […]

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, […]

Drake has been all over social media this summer thanks to his “It’s All A Blur” tour that is currently underway. However, the most recent headlines involving Drake are surrounding his wild haircut in a picture with Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant, via Through The Lens. Kevin Durant and Drake 🤩 (via @ThroughTheLens) pic.twitter.com/giMiGs6H8j — […]

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. […]

Howdy, welcome back to our weekly Netflix list. Here are all of the new shows, films, movies, and series you should watch coming to Netflix this weekend of August 18-20, 2023. New to Netflix this Weekend (August 18-20, 2023) August 18 10 Days of a Bad Man Carancho (2010) Crane World White Elephant (2012) Guns […]