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  • Sasha Lane Interview Seemingly Confirms Role in ‘LOKI’

    Sasha Lane Interview Seemingly Confirms Role in ‘LOKI’

    Early this year, stuntwoman Kelly Bellini was listed on IMDb as actress Sasha Lane’s stunt double for episode 2 of the Loki series. Unfortunately, IMDb is sometimes not the most reliable source of information, and Sasha had not actually been confirmed as being in the show as of many months later. Now a new interview with Sasha Lane with GoldenGlobes.com about her other series Utopia, has seemingly confirmed the IMDb listing.

    Lane made her film debut in the award-winning movie, American Honey (2016), starring opposite Shia LaBeouf and Riley Keough, after being spotted on a Miami beach by the film’s director, Andrea Arnold. She followed up with roles in Hearts Beat Loud, opposite Nick Offerman, and The Miseducation of Cameron Post, Hellboy, and will next appear in the superhero series, Loki, starring Tom Hiddleston. 

    While there has been a few articles previously speculating Lane was in the Loki series, largely coming from that IMDb listing, it hadn’t really been confirmed; assuming Golden Globes wasn’t working off of that same listing, it looks like Lane’s presence in the series may have been confirmed.

    Source: Goldenglobes.com

  • Marvel Legends First Look: Marvel Studios ‘ETERNALS’ Villain Revealed

    Marvel Legends First Look: Marvel Studios ‘ETERNALS’ Villain Revealed

    Marvel Studios Eternals was originally due out just about one month from now before COVID-19 eventually pushed it all the way to November 2021. Of course the Marvel hype machine for these films starts well before fans ever see any footage and one branch of that machine that requires a large head start is the production of merchandise including collectible action figures. Thanks to one of Marvel’s most popular brands, the 6-inch Marvel Legends, we now have our first look at one of the villains of Eternals, the Deviant warlord Kro! An earlier leak of Funko Pop collectibles based on the film gave away the presence of the character in the film, but now we have our first look at the Deviant leader.

     

    The Deviants and Eternals were opposite ends of the spectrum that was Celestial experimentation on Earth during the earliest age of mankind. Kro is one of the first of the line of Deviants and, in Marvel Comics mythology, is responsible for archetypal Devil of many religions due to his appearance. As you can see from comparing the picture below to the one of the figure above, it seems that Marvel Studios has significantly redesigned the look of the character for the film.

     

    As explained here, Kro carried on an eons long secret relationship with Thena, the daughter of the Prime Eternal, Zuras, as conceived twin hybrid children of incredible power. We’ve heard some rumblings about the Deviants being redesigned for the film and this gives us an idea of just how different they may look from their comic counterparts; however, it’s still unknown what role they will play in the film and if the potential KroThena ship might come into play.

    Eternals is now set for a November 5, 2021 release.

  • Jamie Foxx Teases A New Electro in ‘Spider-Man 3’

    Jamie Foxx Teases A New Electro in ‘Spider-Man 3’

    Just yesterday we had the massive reveal that Jamie Foxx would return as Elektro in Spider-Man‘s third MCU film. This was huge news as it opens up a lot of questions. Electro was already featured in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 played by the same character. We have seen MCU recastings of actors from other Marvel films before but nothing like this. There were rumors that WandaVision or Doctor Strange in The Multiverse of Madness might be the cause of the crossover. Well, Foxx took to Instagram to confirm his addition to the film with a rather interesting addition in the comments. This might not actually be the same character we saw back in The Amazing Spider-Man sequel.

    Yeah, he confirms that he won’t be blue this time. This probably confirms he was shown some artwork of his upcoming design, and that this is a new version of the character. We might get him in a more comic-accurate version with the yellow and green costume. Yet, will they go through his entire origin story once again, or is he from a completely different universe? It also opens up the question of how he will tie into the story. Spider-Man is a public menace and at large. There were rumors pointing to Kraven the Hunter having some kind of role in the film. Electro’s addition could be a sign that we will be one step closer to the forming of the Sinister Six in the MCU. So far, we have Vulture, Mysterio, Electro, Shocker, and Scorpion confirmed.

    Yes, technically Mysterio died in Spider-Man: Far From Home but that never stopped the master of illusion. Electro could just be along for the road, as he has his own history with a version of Spider-Man. There could even be the chance he is only referenced in the film to be used later on. In the Ultimate universe, the character was yellow and created by Justin Hammer. through bioengineering. His addition also opens up the door for other actors to return to their iconic roles. There were many hopes that Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio could return from Netflix’s Daredevil series. This truly opens up a whole new world of possibility once Spider-Man 3 is hopefully released in 2021.

    Source: Instagram

  • Billy Crudup In Talks to Rejoin ‘The Flash’

    Billy Crudup In Talks to Rejoin ‘The Flash’

    So, this might be a confusing piece of news. Billy Crudup was originally cast in the role of Barry Allen’s father. He made a brief appearance in Justice League behind bars. The DC Extended Universe continues the arc that Barry’s father was framed for the murder of his wife. We only get a few heartfelt moments with him and Barry. Naturally, we assumed he was going to reappear in the upcoming Flash film. It looks like he was already on-board back in 2016 but left the project once the director debacle happened.

    As such, he has now rejoined negotiations to return as Henry Allen. There is no word what his role might be. Most likely, Barry will try to prove his father’s innocence by traveling back in time. This will kick-off the events that lead him to unravel the multiverse through which he meets a variety of new and familiar faces. So far, we know that Michael Keaton is confirmed to return in his iconic 1989 role. Of course, you can’t have Henry behind bars withou the original culprit. Reverse Flash is a definite addition and most likely the driving force behind Barry’s multiversal travels.

    Also, with Watchmen being a DC-owned IP, there is a chance we could have a cameo by Dr. Manhattan. Crudup played the iconic character in Zack Snyder‘s 2009 adaptation. It would be a great little easter egg to throw in a brief run through that timeline. Barry recognizing Manhattan and thinking it’s his father from a different timeline would be quite confusing and hilarious. We will see how extensive Crudup‘s role will be once the film is released

    Source: Hollywood Reporter

  • Jamie Foxx in Talks to Return as Electro in MCU’s ‘Spider-Man 3’

    Jamie Foxx in Talks to Return as Electro in MCU’s ‘Spider-Man 3’

    No, you read that correctly. Jamie Foxx is currently in talks to return as Elecro in the upcoming third entry of the MCU’s Spider-Man films. It is uncertain at this point if it is the exact same character from The Amazing Spider-Man 2 or just a different interpretation within the MCU. The film takes place shortly after Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness so he could be the one from Andrew Garfield‘s Amazing universe. We have been speculating who the villain might be but we never expected Electro to make a return. Little did we think they would recast Foxx for the role. He is high in demand especially with Pixar’s Soul on the way, so it would be a waste not to use him. Foxx was one of the highlights of the 2014 film.

    Hollywood Reporter did state that Marvel had no comment on the casting. It is just very bizarre, as this is the second returning character from a past Spider-Man franchise. J.K. Simmons reprised his role as J. Jonah Jameson in Spider-Man: Far From Home. This could also open up the floodgates for other iconic villains to return in some form. There is a chance this is also a fusion of different universes once the events of Doctor Strange‘s sequel take place. Perhaps this is how Venom and Morbius end up connecting to the overarching MCU. This is huge news and may break our understanding of how the MCU works moving forward.

    Source: The Hollywood Reporter

  • Minecraft Steve Joining ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’

    Minecraft Steve Joining ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’

    Modern fighting games have become famous for their addition of 3rd party characters. Tekken 7 shocked the world by adding The Walking Deads‘ Negan. Mortal Kombat has focused on additions from horror films like Alien, Predator, or Jason. There is one franchise that became the epicenter of video games’ past. Super Smash Bros. has added many iconic video game icons that made it stand out among the fighting game crowd. The latest addition was Min Min from Arms, so many were hoping one of the many requested characters would be added next. Now, after a long wait, we finally find out who will be the latest addition.

    Of all the franchises, I did not expect Minecraft to be added. There are many favorites that people are hoping for like Crash, Sora, or Spyro. Yet, it is hard to deny how popular Minecraft is as a franchise. We only got a brief teaser of the character and he seems pretty in line with what you would expect. You can play as different skins from the game. Players can wear the skins of Steve, Alex, a Zombie, or an Enderman.

    They also stuck to the game’s animation with the rather blocky movement. You also seem to have access to a variety of tools ranging from carts, TNT to regular dirt blocks. It will be interesting to see how you can use the building mechanic to get an advantage int he game. Sakurai even pointed out they had to rework existing stages to include material to build on. We will get a full reveal trailer for the gameplay in two days, so we have something to look forward to.

    Source: YouTube

  • “Conan The Barbarian” Series in Development at Netflix

    “Conan The Barbarian” Series in Development at Netflix

    A new live-action adaption based on Conan The Barbarian has been put into development over at Netflix. The project is currently on the hunt for a writer or showrunner. The project is currently being developed by Frederik Malmberg and Mark Wheeler from Pathfinder Media. This is planned to be the first of many projects developed from Netflix’s deal with Conan Properties International. Netflix now has full access to its library for any form of adaptation. Sadly, it is unclear to say how long this will be stuck in early development limbo. Netflix has a habit of greenlighting projects long before they even enter pre-production. It will be interesting to see which stories they will adapt from the character.

    Conan The Barbarian was created by Robert E. Howard. He also is the mind that brought us Red Sonja, Thulsa Doom, Solomon Kane, and Kull of Atlantis. Its been nine years since the last time we saw the character on screen. He was played by Jason Momoa at the time. Most might fondly remember the 1982’s Conan The Barbarian starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The character has seen a lot of success through comics and games. He even made recurring appearances in DC comics fighting alongside Wonder Woman. Amazon actually tried to develop a drama series two years ago. Currently, it is unclear how far in development they got before Netflix purchased the rights. It is great to see the character get another chance at a live-action adaptation. The character has a rather deep history and lore that would be worth exploring in its own franchise.

    Source: Deadline

  • Tom Sturridge In talks to Lead Netflix’s “Sandman”

    Tom Sturridge In talks to Lead Netflix’s “Sandman”

    Back in July of 2019, Netflix announced that it had begun the development of a live-action adaption of the popular Vertigo comic series Sandman. Creator Neil Gaiman was also to be heavily involved in the process. It was announced that Netflix had given the project an 11-episode green light. Allan Heinberg set to write and serve as showrunner on the project. Gaiman and David S. Goyer are to serve as executive producers. After Gaiman recently revealed on September 27th that the project would begin shooting in a mere three weeks, it seems we finally have our first bit of casting.

    The pandemic has delayed quite a few productions, so it was unsure if they will stick to the production start. Well, it looks like the project is moving ahead, as Tom Sturridge is reportedly in talks to play the titular character himself, Sandman. He is one who goes by many names such as Morpheus, Dream, Kai’ckul, or Oneiros. He is one of seven all-powerful beings that represent endless ideas. The other beings being Death, Desire, Despair, Destruction, Destiny, and Delirium. Sturridge has worked on various projects, such as Velvet Buzzsaw and Mary Shelley. The project currently has no set release date and has made no further castings, more could come as filming gets closer and closer in the coming weeks.

    Source: Collider

  • BREAKING: Iman Vellani is the MCU’s ‘Ms. Marvel’

    BREAKING: Iman Vellani is the MCU’s ‘Ms. Marvel’

    Last week we were flooded with Marvel Studios news and it looks like this week is off to a good start. Despite all the good news, surprisingly, we still didn’t know who as going to play Ms. Marvel. The first Muslim character to headline her own series has seen quite the surge in popularity lately. She is the main focus of the Reassemble campaign in Square-Enix’s Avengers game voiced by Sandra Saad. She has also been heavily featured in the Marvel Rising series. We were just waiting for the official announcement and it is finally here. Iman Vellani will be playing the titular character according to Deadline.

    There’s not much information out there on Iman Vellani other than that she’s a budding filmmaker herself. A newcomer in the truest sense, Vellani will surely become a star as soon as the show comes out. Marvel has always been incredibly on point with their casting and she certainly looks the part of Kamala Khan. It is also great to see Marvel Studios also bring in new and young talent for these major projects. We cannot wait to see her adaptation of the iconic superhero.

    Source: Deadline 

  • PlayStation 5 ‘Spider-Man: Remaster’ Remasters Peter Parker Design

    PlayStation 5 ‘Spider-Man: Remaster’ Remasters Peter Parker Design

    Now, this is an odd move by Insomniac. We knew for some time that a Remaster would be released for PlayStation 5 of the original Spider-Man. It would be included in the deluxe edition of Spider-Man: Miles Morales. That story takes place a year later so it is great to offer players that didn’t have the chance to try it out. We expected better graphics and faster loading times. Somehow, Insomniac at one point decided to completely change Peter Parker’s model. They’ve changed the face model to be based on Ben Jordan rather than John Bubniak. Insomniac gave the following statement on the change:

    In order to bring the best performances to players with our next-generation Marvel’s Spider-Man games, we have recast the face of Peter Parker. We loved working with John Bubniak on the original game; however, to get a better match to Peter Parker/Spider-Man actor Yuri Lowenthal’s facial capture, we have cast Ben Jordan to be the face model for Peter Parker on the PS5 console. He looks incredible in-game, and Yuri’s moving performances take on a new life.

    The model looks fantastic but it is such a strange decision. Most players have already made a mental connection with the previous model. Plus, this version looks much younger than before. Spider-Man’s selling point was that it was an experienced Peter. He has gone through this for who knows how many years, so this is a strange change. Still, the game will generally be a full next-gen remaster with overhauled environments and models. It will feature 3D Audio, instant-loading, and a brand new photo mode. As a bonus, it will also give players a skin for the original Amazing Spider-Man suit so there is also that little bonus.

    Source: PlayStation