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  • Netflix Teases a Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Update in June

    Netflix Teases a Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Update in June

    Well, it looks like those that are actively following the development of Netflix’s live-action One Piece series have something to be excited about. Netflix Geeked has just announced that from June 6th until the 10th they will be holding Geeked Week for 2022 with lots of announcements, sneak peeks, and trailers for their upcoming projects. Now, eagle-eyed fans might swiftly notice one rather big detail added into the fray.

    The visual shared by Netflix Geeked has one creative detail right next to the date and that is pretty clearly the manga design of the Going Merry. So, it’s safe to assume that we might get something out of the event teasing the live-action adaptation and we may get some kind of preview from behind the scenes. It seems unlikely we’ll get a full trailer of some kind, but they could add a teaser or first look at the cast.

    There’s been a lot of excitement about whatever direction the series is going to take, especially as we’re seeing quite a few set photos teasing the massive sets that they are working on. Just yesterday, we got a good look at Shank’s ship, the Red Force, as it is parked in Windmill Village. We even got a glimpse of them filming something on top of the Merry, which got quite the updated design. Its inclusion is definitely on purpose, as there are also teases for Umbrella Academy, the new Resident Evil series, and more. Still, here’s we also get some teases as we near Geeked Week.

    Source: Twitter

  • New Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Set Photos Offer Best Look Yet at Going Merry and Shank’s Ship

    New Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Set Photos Offer Best Look Yet at Going Merry and Shank’s Ship

    One Piece is the series that keeps on giving. More set photos have found their way online of Netflix’s live-action adaptation, but going by the massive size of the ships involved it would be hard-pressed they could somehow find a way to hide them. Another batch of One Piece set photos offers an even better look at not only the Going Merry but also the fully-formed Red Force. Just recently, we got a shot from behind that offered a look at the ship and Windmill Village. Well, if you’ve wondered just how massive these ships are, the latest batch photos might offer a clearer picture.

    Once again, @OP_Netflix_News has shared the latest set of photos, and it’s quite impressive to see just how detailed they went with their designs. Red Force, Shank’s iconic ship from Luffy’s childhood, is truly massive, and you can see a lot of detail put into the Viking-inspired design. Have to say, the Red Force’s figurehead is a massive improvement from the original storyline. The fact they built the ship does also highlight we’ll get a few scenes on board, such as the famous moment when Luffy stabbed into his eye to show how ready he is to venture out into the seas.

    We also get a new look at Going Merry. While there is an ongoing joke that the ship is constantly screaming. Well, it turns out the Going Merry is actually merry, as this new set photo reveals that the new detailed figurehead is actually trying to make her smile. So, we already see some nice touches by the One Piece team trying to add a special touch to their designs while also staying faithful to the original manga.

  • ‘Shang-Chi’s Meng’er Zhang, Robbie Ammell and More Join ‘The Witcher’ Season 3

    ‘Shang-Chi’s Meng’er Zhang, Robbie Ammell and More Join ‘The Witcher’ Season 3

    Actress Meng’er Zhang left quite an impression with her first mainstream film appearance in Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. She took on the role of Xu Xialing, the sister of our hero. She has quite a history with stage and musical productions in her hometown. Now, it seems she has set her eyes on the next franchise as she has officially joined the upcoming third season of Netflix’s The Witcher.

    The actress took to her Instagram account to share the news, where she also offers some details on what her role will be. Her character’s name is Milva and is a human that was adopted by dryads. Here’s the full description:

    A human adopted by the dryads of Brokilon Forest, Milva is a fierce and talented huntress. Exact archery skills coupled with a stone-cold aptitude for survival make her a formidable adversary in the unforgiving Contentint – those that cross her, do so at their peril.

    After an iconic performance in Shang-Chi, it’s great to see the actress get her next high-profile project. There are also quite a few rumors that the Ten Rings will get their own Disney+ series, which would very likely also feature her returning to the role of Xialing. So, it looks like Zhang is going to be quite busy in the coming years.

    She’s not the only one joining the next season, as Netflix has also taken to Twitter to announce that Zhang will be joined by Robbie Amell, Hugh Skinner, and Christelle Elwin.

    It’ll be exciting to see how the project expands, especially as The Witcher further explores Geralt’s travels across the lands. Who knows what other monsters and creatures we might meet that fans of the books have been waiting for it to finally make its way into the popular Netfli series.

    Source: Instagram, Twitter

  • Netflix’s ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ Will Recast Frank Langella Following Misconduct Investigation

    Netflix’s ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ Will Recast Frank Langella Following Misconduct Investigation

    The Fall of the House of Usher is looking for a new leading man. Netflix’s latest horror miniseries from acclaimed creative Mike Flanagan has fired star, Frank Langella, following an investigation into sexual harassment claims. The longtime actor, now 84-years old, was reportedly accused earlier this week of acting inappropriately on set and making unwanted comments to a female co-star while the two were working. Langella was to play Roderick Usher, the towering patriarch of the titular Usher family, and had already filmed his part through half of the production. Filming will continue on the series with scenes not involving the Roderick Usher character, while production looks to recast the role. Any scenes previously filmed with Langella will be reshot.

    The Fall of the House of Usher is also set to feature Carla Gugino, Mark Hamill, Mary McDonnell, and Carl Lumbly in major roles. Similar in tone to Flanagan’s well-received Haunting series, the show will take inspiration from Edgar Allen Poe‘s short story of the same name. Themes of madness, family, isolation and identity will be explored throughout eight episodes, half of which will be directed by Flanagan with the other half helmed by Michael Fimognari. 

    Hopefully, Usher will continue the Doctor Sleep director’s recent string of success on Netflix. Both The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor became instant horror classics for the streaming service in 2018 and 2020 respectively, with last year’s Midnight Mass also receiving critical praise. Next up is The Midnight Club, which has already completed filming and will release in 2022, before Usher likely drops sometime next year.

    Source: Deadline

  • ‘One Piece’ Set Photos Offers New Look at Windmill Village and Shank’s Finished Ship

    ‘One Piece’ Set Photos Offers New Look at Windmill Village and Shank’s Finished Ship

    Since the live-action One Piece started production, we got quite a few pictures from behind the scenes that teased just how much practical work is going into the production. It’s quite commendable to see how much time they are spending on bringing the various villages and ships to life. The latest set photo to find its way online offers another look at Shank’s Red Force. Yet, this time around, he even has the figurehead attached.

    @OP_Netflix_Fan has shared a new set photo that offers our first look at the completed Red Force but also confirms that it is currently parked in Windmill Village. Some time ago, the windmills were spotted in the distance, but this time around we actually get to see the ship parked in the village. So, it’s pretty safe to say that they are currently busy filming the flashback of when Shank’s saved Luffy’s life and set him on the path to becoming King of the Pirates.

    It’s getting clear that the production isn’t filming everything in order, as we recently saw the set for Loguetown teasing Gol D. Roger’s execution. Some even managed to spot them still working on a life-size boat of the Baratie in the distance, which may be one of the final arcs they film. The fact they are filming the flashback also matches with why we recently learned that Yellowjacket‘s Peter Gadiot would take on the iconic role of Shanks. As there’s a risk that set photos might offer our first look at the actor on set, they got the announcement out ahead of time.

    Source: Twitter

  • REVIEW: ‘Russian Doll’ Season 2 is Slow-Moving, But Worth the Ride

    REVIEW: ‘Russian Doll’ Season 2 is Slow-Moving, But Worth the Ride

    The first season of Russian Doll was a stellar season of television, with excellent acting, tight writing, and a concept that hooked viewers almost immediately, it was hard not to love the Netflix series. Unfortunately, the second season of Russian Doll seems to lose its footing early on, stumbling to craft a second season as strong as its predecessor. While still enjoyable and carried by strong performances by series leads Natasha Lyonne and Charlie Barnett, Russian Doll Season 2 spends more time crafting questions than it does providing answers.

    Season 2 of Russian Doll picks up a year after the events of Season 1. Nadia (Lyonne) is approaching her 40th birthday, and things seem to be back on track with Alan, the two are still a mess together — with Nadia continuing to be more carefree and reckless than Alan. Unfortunately, though, rather than try to give viewers answers from Season 1 – including why they’re able to come back repeatedly – the series takes the duo in a completely different direction, one that can be incredibly frustrating at times.

    Lyonne shines more than ever in Season 2. She is absolutely dynamite every moment she is on screen. While the writing is still good, without Lyonne’s magnificent acting, it’s hard to believe the story being told in Season 2 would work. Every poor choice, every moment of shock and awe, and the emotional bits tossed here and there? She sells each moment with ease. And while Barnett doesn’t get as much screen time as he does in the first season, the moments he gets on screen are memorable. More importantly, though, their on-screen chemistry remains electric — they play off of one another perfectly, it’s hard to imagine any other actors in these roles.

    As for the story, it’s not as strong as the first season, which isn’t entirely surprising. It’s normal for sophomore seasons to hit a bit of a slump. Thankfully, though, Russian Doll still manages to tell a tightly wound story that is a heck of an adventure if viewers are willing to stick through the slow moments. There are moments that are chaotic that seem to move too fast to truly allow viewers to catch up, but once they do? It’s a ride that is ultimately worth the trip.

    The most interesting thing about Season 2, however, is that it opens up the possibilities for future stories. In a series that isn’t afraid to take risks, it is hard to grasp what the creators might have planned for future installments. The ending of Season 2 allows for a new tale to be weaved with endless possibilities. One can only hope, though, that future seasons will provide more answers than questions.

    Season 2 of Russian Doll is a slowburn, but when it comes together in the end, it’s a hell of a ride you’ll be thankful to have taken.

  • Blue Sky’s Canceled Nimona Film Picked Up by Netflix

    Blue Sky’s Canceled Nimona Film Picked Up by Netflix

    Here’s an interesitng surprise. Infamously, when Disney shut down Blue Sky, it was revealed they were working on a film titled Nimona. The film was in the middle of development when they shut down the studio, but it turns out that it lives after all. ND Stevenson took to Twitter to not only confirm that the film is back in production, but also that it’ll release in 2023 on Netflix. It was inspired by Stevenson‘s webcomic which he started in college. So, it’s great to see them manage to revive the project.

    Not just that, but the tweet also includes our first look at its titular character and the overall visual style that the film will use. It looks like it’ll remain a 3D animated project with some 2D flourishes, which has been becoming a dominant style to create unique visuals for each project. Chloe Grace Moretz will take on the titular role and is joined by Riz Ahmed and Eugene Lee Yang.

    Originally, the film was announced all the way back in 2015 but was delayed multiple times. When Bleu Sky was canceled, it was already finished around 75% and supposedly, there was some pushback from Disney due to the LGBTQ themes of the story. So, it’s great to see such an important story see the light of day after all. Netflix continues to become a safe haven for these canceled projects, as it adds another project that was left behind by another studio.

    Source: Twitter, Polygon

  • RUMOR: Arden Cho May Have Joined Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’

    RUMOR: Arden Cho May Have Joined Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’

    Netflix has been busy developing its live-action adaptations of popular animated series from all over the world. One of the biggest on their list is the upcoming adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender, which will once again revisit the story of Aang, as he travels through the world to embrace his future as the Avatar while mastering all four elements. We got a good glimpse of the upcoming adaptation of the first season, but it looks like one more actress may have joined the production.

    According to Knight Edge Media, actress Arden Cho may have joined the production in an unspecific role. There have been theories about her potentially joining due to her being in Vancouver for a month filming an unnamed project. She shared this information on her official Twitter back in March.

    The actress made her big splash in the industry as Kira Yukimura on Teen Wolf, where she recently refused to return due to being only offered half the salary as her male co-stars. She’s gone on to have various guest roles on Castle, Hawaii Five-0, and even got a recurring role with Chicago Med.

    With it being unclear who she might be playing, there are quite a few roles to fill for the first season. We know that it’ll likely adapt Book 1 from the original animated series. So, she could have a role as part of the Fire Nation, who’s going to face off against the Northern Water Tribe. She may also be part of the Earth Kingdom and is a tease for what’s to come in the future. We’ll see if this rumor turns out true once we get a first look at the series.

    Source: Knight Edge Media, Twitter

  • Corey Stoll and Carey Elwes Join Zack Snyder’s ‘Rebel Moon’

    Corey Stoll and Carey Elwes Join Zack Snyder’s ‘Rebel Moon’

    Zack Snyder has found quite the happy home for himself and his production company Stone Quarry with Netflix, as he continues to develop new projects for the streamer. He is currently in development on an ambitious sci-fi project titled Rebel Moon, a Seven Samurai-inspired sci-fi film following a young woman bringing together warriors to stop an incoming invasion.

    The Hollywood Reporter has revealed more cast members for the upcoming film, following the main cast announcement back in February. The film adds Corey Stoll, Carey Elwes, Michiel Huisman, and Alfonso Herrera to its cast, with Elwes set to play the king of the galactic empire. Character details for the other actors remain under wraps at this time. Snyder has already brought together quite the cast that also consists of Sofia Boutella, Charlie Hunnam, Jena Malone, Djimon Hounsou, Ray Fisher, Bae Doona, Staz Nair, Rupert Friend, and Stuart Martin.

    Production on Rebel Moon is set to begin later this month and will conclude in November. This film is intended to be the first part with pending success possibly resulting in a number of spin-offs. Netflix and Snyder hope to develop this into quite the franchise, similar to what they’re currently doing with Army of The Dead. He is currently developing multiple projects including a sequel to Army of The Dead, an animated prequel titled Lost Vegas, and a Norse mythology-based animated series Twilight of The Gods.

    Source: THR

  • ‘Beverly Hills Cop 4’ Adds New Up-And-Coming Director Mark Molloy

    ‘Beverly Hills Cop 4’ Adds New Up-And-Coming Director Mark Molloy

    Axel Foley is coming back to a theater near you, and he’s bringing a brand new director with him. Mark Molloy, known for his work on Apple’s TV spots, will make his feature film debut helming the return of Eddie Murphy as one of his most iconic characters. Beverly Hills Cop 4, as it is currently being called, was previously set to be directed by the duo of Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, though they eventually stepped away to focus on the production of Warner Bros.’ Batgirl film. Jerry Bruckheimer will return to the franchise as a producer.

    It’s great to see the film attach a newcomer in the industry to tackle the project. The film will premiere on Netflix, but they’re currently is no set production start date. Originally, the franchise was owned by Paramount but the rights went to the streamer back in 2019. The franchise is an important one, as it was the one that put Eddie Murphy on the map back in 1984 before it went on to get two more sequels.

    We’re seeing the trend continue of iconic legacy franchises returning with new sequels. Netflix has also become the home for Eddie Murphy‘s grand return as an actor after a break since the critically-panned Norbit. So, it seems like a match made in heaven for this to become the new home of the Beverly Hills Cop franchise. It seems likely that the fourth entry is more a swan song than the build-up of a new franchise, which would be fitting as Murphy gives Axel Foley his last hurrah with this new entry.

    Source: Deadline