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There’s no denying that The Fast and the Furious was inspired by a plethora of vehicular heist films that preceded it, but it also ended up being a source of inspiration for many action films that came after it. If we look at the North American market, after the success of the Ff franchise, films like Torque, Need for Speed, and Baby Driver were greenlit. Russia jumped on the trend with Street Racers. So did Malaysia with Evolusi Kl Drift and its sequel Evolusi Kl Drift 2; yes, they weren’t hiding their love for Tokyo Drift. India launched the massively popular Dhoom franchise. The Norwegian film industry also spawned a franchise inspired by the Ff films, i.e., the Borning trilogy. While the French were ahead of the curve with the two Taxi movies, they eventually expanded it into a five-film franchise after the demand for vehicular mayhem increased in the 2000s.

Plot: On a deep undercover assignment in Taipei, DEA agent John Lawlor was doing everything right… until he fell in love with his informant, beautiful Josephine “Joey” Kwang, one of the Asian underworld’s best transport drivers. Compromised and cover blown, John was forced to flee. Now, years later, John is back in Taipei for the weekend. But is he here to finish the job? Or to win back Joey’s love?

Review: Luke Evans is one of those actors who I always thought deserved to star in an action franchise. His James Bond-esque good looks and debonair stature made him a natural in The Hobbit franchise and The Fast Saga. Having appeared in supporting roles over the last few years, his last significant lead being 2017’s Professor Marston and the Wonder Women, Evans makes a case for headlining more action vehicles with Weekend in Taipei. Co-written by The Transporter and Taken creator Luc Besson,...

When Cillian Murphy Claimed Jason Statham Is Not An Actor With A Threatening Text: Here’s What He Had to Say! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Cillian Murphy and Jason Statham are prominent Hollywood actors, each bringing a distinct presence to the screen. While Murphy is known for his versatility after gaining fame with roles in 28 Days Later, Peaky Blinders, Inception, and Oppenheimer, Statham is a household name for his action-packed roles in films like Fast & Furious, The Expendables, and The Transporter. Although both actors command a strong fan following and deliver box-office hits globally, the competition began before their stardom.

Murphy gained his household name after starring in Peaky Blinders; however, he wasn’t the first choice to play the role of Tommy Shelby. The massive hit show and its iconic protagonist were initially given to Statham. Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight’s first choice for Tommy Shelby was Statham,...

Tubi’s lineup for November 2024 offers a diverse and exciting selection of content across genres, ensuring there’s something for everyone. With Tubi Originals like the heartwarming comedy “The Engagement Dress” (November 10) and the festive yet spicy “Hot Girl Winter” (November 24), holiday cheer takes a fresh twist. The thrillers keep the tension high, including the chilling ghost story “Still Here” (November 9) and the stormy suspense of “The Last Exit” (November 16). For documentary enthusiasts, “Behind The Crime: Self Defense or Slaughter” (November 15) and “Fresh Meat 2: Killing Dahmer” (November 22) dive into intense real-life investigations. Families can look forward to the magical fun of “Family Ornaments” (November 17), while anime fans can enjoy “Bunny Drop” on November 5. Classic action films like “Die Hard”, “Mad Max: Fury Road” (November 9), and “San Andreas” (November 22) return for adrenaline junkies, and horror lovers will appreciate the creepy lineup of “Annabelle: Creation”, “The Thing (1982)”, and more. Whether it’s nostalgic art-house classics,...

Audiovisual Producers Finland (Apfi) has unveiled its Mipcom slate.

The “diverse” lineup “highlights the extraordinary storytelling coming out of Finland,” teased executive director Laura Kuulasmaa.

The second season of the documentary series “Untold Arctic Wars” will focus on Cold War espionage and military conflicts in the region.

After the blockbuster success of the first season, which found placements in almost every major territory across the Americas, Europe, Mena and Asia, Tvf will be partnering again with Ntrnz to bring this latest season to buyers around the world, said Sam Joyce, Tvf’s senior acquisitions manager.

“Factual buyers are hungry for fresh angles on contemporary history and this series offers that in spades. With brand new testimony and newly unearthed archive, it promises to challenge our understanding of the global distribution of power during the Cold War years. This is exactly the kind of high-end, globally-minded series that broadcasters are clamoring for,...

"I'm not gonna lose you again!" Or will he? Ketchup Ent. has debuted a second official trailer for Weekend in Taipei, an action comedy meets romantic thriller arriving in theaters in November. The original working title was Weekend Escape Project, but now it's in Taipei - directed by a Taiwanese-American filmmaker and starring a Taiwanese actress. From the creators of Taken and The Transporter - Luc Besson co-wrote and produced this in Taiwan. On a deep undercover mission in Taipei, DEA agent John Lawlor was doing everything right... until he fell in love with his informant, beautiful Josephine "Joey" Kwang, one of the best transport drivers. Compromised and cover blown, John was forced to flee. Now, years later, John is back in Taipei for the weekend. But is he here to finish the job? Or to win back Joey’s love? Starring Luke Evans as John, Gwei Lun-mei as Joey,...

Dennis Reynolds has to return some videotapes — the video store guy will want to know what he thought of Transporter 2.

Ever since Glenn Howerton and the rest of the It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia creative team first started to unleash Dennis’ full potential for sociopathy around Season Three, fans of the series have long drawn comparisons between the D.E.N.N.I.S. System architect and Patrick Bateman, the villain protagonist and unreliable narrator of Bret Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel American Psycho and its 2000 film adaptation starring Christian Bale. After all, the similarities are obvious — both men are vain, emotionless besides disgust and greed, clinical in their “approach” to women and the objective peak of masculine aesthetics.

Earlier this year, Hollywood insider Jeff Sneider claimed that Lionsgate is planning “a new American Psycho movie,” and although the studio itself hasn’t yet revealed any plans to revisit its cult-beloved satirical horror/thriller,...

Having carved his niche as a bonafide action star over a multi-decade career, Jason Statham needs no introduction in the entertainment industry. With blockbuster hits like The Meg and The Expendables franchise under his belt, the actor has reportedly become one of the wealthiest British talents in Hollywood.

Jason Statham in The Transporter | image: 20th Century Studios

But for those who aren’t well versed with Jason Statham, the actor used to work as a street merchant when he was first exposed to the big screen through Guy Ritchie’s 1998 film Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. Two years later, he was cast alongside Brad Pitt in 2000’s Snatch and since then, Statham never had to look back.

Jason Statham’s Early Life and Rise as a Movie Star

Born on July 26, 1967, in Shirebrook, Derbyshire, Jason Statham grew up in a working-class family. Before his Hollywood dreams took flight, he...

Jennifer Lopez is one of the most successful celebrities in Hollywood, the singer-actress is multitalented with a huge fanbase. She became hugely popular after her hit songs and appearances in several films of a diverse range.

However, co-star Jason Statham claimed the actress was like any other woman her age. Statham collaborated with the On the Floor actress for the 2013 action-thriller Parker. Having worked together on set he discovered her humble and down-to-earth nature. Speaking to the media, Statham affectionately claimed that Lopez was extremely regular.

Jennifer Lopez is just like other girls

Jennifer Lopez rose to fame with her unique incorporation of elements of pop, Latin, and hip-hop genres into her songs. Her top hits included Let’s Get Loud, On the Floor, All I Have, Dance Again, and many more.

Jennifer Lopez in The Mother | Credits: Netflix

Soon, the artist ventured into the big screen and started experimenting with movies.

Hollywood stars Jason Statham and Jennifer Lopez shared the screen in the 2013 action thriller Parker, which follows the titular thief seeking revenge with the help of an unexpected ally after being betrayed by his crew and left for dead.

Parker | Credit: FilmDistrict

Lopez, who portrayed the role of Leslie Rodgers, the unlikely ally to Statham’s character, had to step out of her comfort zone in the movie. However, she still managed to impress her co-star, who later appreciated her efforts while reflecting on the tense chemistry between their on-screen characters.

Jason Statham Reflected on Tense Chemistry with Jennifer Lopez in Parker

Based on Donald E. Westlake’s novel Flashfire and directed by Taylor Hackford, the 2013 action thriller, Parker, brough in a surprising collaboration of Jason Statham and Jennifer Lopez.

Jennifer Lopez and Jason Statham in Parker | Credit: Netflix

Marking their only on-screen collaboration so far, Lopez appeared to have...

Stars: Sung Kang, Lun-Mei Gwei, Luke Evans, Wyatt Yang | Written by George Huang, Luc Besson | Directed by George Huang

The poster for Weekend in Taipei bills it as “From the creator of Taken and The Transporter”. That’s another way of saying Luc Besson, who co-wrote both of those hits with Robert Mark Kamen, co-wrote this film’s script. However, his co-writer this time is the film’s director George Huang, who seems like an odd choice having not directed since he helmed several episodes of American Heiress in 2007. His last credit as a writer was the faux sequel Hard Target 2 in 2016.

In Taipei, mob boss Kwang is going on trial. At the same time that he’s proclaiming his innocence to the gathered reporters, his wife Joey is buying a new Ferrari. After a suitably fast test drive through the streets of Taipei, of course.

In Minneapolis, Agent John Lawlor...

Taiwan-born actor Shu Qi has completed production of her feature film directing debut, “Girl.”

While plot and cast details of the new film remain under wraps, “Girl” is Shu Qi’s original story that she wrote and directed after a prolonged development period. Shu Qi does not appear in the film.

The picture is financed by Taiwan’s Cmc Entertainment, Wow momentum, J.Q. Pictures and Aranya Pictures, and produced by Mandarin Vision. The film is executive produced by Yeh Jufeng, a Midas-like producer behind “A Sun,” “The Great Buddha+” and the Shu Qi-starring “The Village of No Return.”

The film is expected to be completed at an unspecified date in 2025. Mandarin Vision also serves as the film’s international sales agent, outside mainland China.

“I am so happy that the filming is wrapped. I look forward to sharing this film with audiences everywhere,” Shu Qi said in a prepared statement.

Ah, the age-old question: Who would win in a fight between two action stars? It’s a conundrum that has tickled the imaginations of fans and armchair fighters alike. Now, rub elbows with a few prolific action stars, and you’ll find Jason Statham shining like a diamond in a coal mine, known for his epic butt-kicking on screen.

Jason Statham in The Beekeeper | Credits: Amazon MGM Studios

Taking names in smash hits like Transporter, and The Expendables, Statham has masterfully transformed each fight scene into a high-octane ballet. But wait! There’s one MCU actor who could be a massive fly in Statham’s action-packed ointment—even with his lethal moves. You guessed it—Idris Elba.

The Martial Arts Styles That Shape Jason Statham’s Roles

On-screen, Jason Statham is the quintessential action hero, turning every punch, kick, and heart-pumping stunt into a masterclass of cinematic combat. From his...

Jason Statham’s name in Hollywood is almost always synonymous with action films. From Guy Ritchie’s Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels to his recent film The Beekeeper, Statham has amazed fans with his well-executed stunts. He is famous in the industry as one of the few actors to perform his own stunts. His stunt skills made him an easy choice for franchises like The Expendables and Fast & Furious.

Jason Statham in Expend4bles | Credits: Lionsgate

Despite his expertise in several martial arts forms, Statham’s favorite action style is kickboxing. He is athletic as well, having played soccer professionally and being part of Britain’s national diving team in the 1990 Commonwealth Games.

Jason Statham’s Preferred Fighting Style Is Kickboxing Jason Statham recently starred in David Ayer’s The Beekeeper | Credits: Amazon MGM Studios

Jason Statham went on to build a $1.5 billion career, becoming one of the most...

After yesterday’s rumors and confusion, we now know that Hong Kong director and cinematographer Corey Yuen has died. Interestingly, according to the Federation of Hong Kong Filmmakers, Yuen passed away in 2022, but the media kept his death a secret at the request of his family. While the Federation did not reveal a date of death, we know the Righting Wrongs, The Transporter, and Doa: Dead or Alive director died of complications from Covid-19. On Monday, news about Mr. Yuen’s death was revealed on Chinese-language social media by action legend Jackie Chan, who trained alongside Yuen under Sammo Hung Yuen Wah, Yuen Qiu, and Yuen Biao at the Peking Opera School.

Corey Yuen started as an actor, contributing to 114 projects and playing roles in films like The Jade Raksha, Long ya Jian, Ai Nu, Brutal Boxer, and more. He worked alongside cinema’s greatest martial artists, including Chan, Michelle Yeoh,...

In a recent interview with IndieWire, master of suspense M. Night Shyamalan admitted to not having seen French filmmaker Robert Bresson’s WWII prison thriller “A Man Escaped” until his daughter, Ishana Night Shyamalan, suggested it to him.

“I remember how profoundly, when Ishana told me to watch that, it affected me,” Shyamalan said of the film. When told that his most recent film, the concert-set “Trap,” may be his version of “A Man Escaped,” Shyamalan also said, “Probably, by the way. That’s so funny you say that. Probably.”

So how do the two confined-space thrillers stand against one another? Let’s break it down starting with “Trap.” Starring Josh Hartnett as girl-dad Cooper, who escorts his pre-teen daughter to a pop concert for her favorite superstar, Lady Raven (Saleka Night Shyamalan), the film quickly becomes a cat-and-mouse game as it’s revealed that Cooper is actually a serial...

"You're in trouble now." Oh boy! Ketchup Ent. has revealed an official trailer for Weekend in Taipei, an action comedy meets romantic thriller arriving in theaters in November later this year. The original working title was Weekend Escape Project, but now it's in Taipei - directed by a Taiwanese-American filmmaker and starring a Taiwanese actress. From the creators of Taken and The Transporter - Luc Besson co-wrote and produced this movie directly in Taiwan. The full-scale project shot for three months in Taipei last year - the action should be on a par with those in Taken, Transporter, From Paris with Love, Danny the Dog." The plot follows a "pit-bull" DEA agent working on job in Taipei, who encounters his old flame, a Taiwanese woman named Joey Kang. They haven't seen each other for 15 years, but now they're thrown into the action again during a weekend in Taipei. Starring Luke Evans,...

Some actors are just born to play action stars, and Jason Statham is one of them. For the better part of the 2000s, the celebrity was responsible for the resurgence of the tough, no-holes barred action hero in films like The Transporter, The Italian Job, The Mechanic, and many more.

A still from The Transporter (image credit: 20th Century Studios)

Thanks to his extensive martial arts training, these roles became second nature to him. Interestingly, Statham also had the opportunity to become a serious sportsman in Hollywood when he took up diving professionally. While the star even represented Britain as part of the national team, his greatest disappointment was narrowly missing the golden chance to participate at the Olympics.

Jason Statham Almost Became An Olympian, But The Dream was Not To Be

Jason Statham took to action like a fish to water. Incidentally, the action star could have literally made...

Jason Statham is an icon in Hollywood. With a unique presence in the films he stars in, fans have been following his stoic characters for years now. He has starred in many classic films, ranging from The Transporter to The Expendables, Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre, and even The Fast and the Furious franchise. Through these roles, he has established himself as a timeless figure in the film industry.

Jason Statham in Expend4bles I Lionsgate Films

Since it takes years for one to actually make it into the film industry, actors famously take jobs outside of their interests while they audition for the next big role. Interestingly enough, Statham’s career before acting was not a side gig, but something he took very seriously. Before starring in mega-hit films, the actor was a professional diver.

Jason Statham’s Career Before Acting Is Impressive

Jason Statham’s acting journey began...

The ward of Shibuya in Tokyo, Japan, recently held an exhibition in honor of Jujutsu Kaisen and Gege Akutami. The mangaka themselves were present for the exhibition, and they made some very interesting revelations about the manga series and the franchise as a whole. These revelations have come as a big shock to all the Jujutsu Kaisen fans.

Jujutsu Kaisen | Mappa Studios

Most of these revelations were regarding the characters that have been a part of the series since the beginning and helped in the overall development of the franchise. One such character is the fan-favorite Toji Fushiguro, the infamous sorcerer killer. Toji was one of the most important characters in the series, and he certainly proved his worth.

While the character has bid adieu to the world of Jujutsu Kaisen, he is still loved and appreciated by fans, and Akutami’s disclosure about the real-life inspiration behind the character...

The path to being a Hollywood elite isn’t an easy one, and even more so for those who’ve had to build a name for themselves from scratch, like Jason Statham.

Jason Statham in Expend4bles | Lionsgate Films

The English actor might be considered no less than an action icon in the industry today, but it took him years of toiling away to earn the reputation he now has. That includes a few odd jobs here and there before esteemed filmmaker Guy Ritchie discovered him, and the rest is history.

Jason Statham – A Diver, Dancer, And Model Turned Action Icon

Some actors have a repertoire of eclectic characters that they’ve portrayed, and then there’s Jason Statham, who has perhaps lived a life more eventful than all his on-screen roles combined.

Before rising to stardom as one of the most renowned action figures in the film industry, Statham,...

Exclusive: Fundamental Films chairman Mark Gao and his CEO Ivy Hua are in Cannes to reconnect with the international industry as part of the Shanghai-based company’s return to international acquisitions and production.

One of the biggest and longest-established Chinese buyers before the pandemic, Fundamental is also an investor in Luc Besson’s EuropaCorp and has a long-standing output deal to release the French studio’s films in China – it will soon release Weekend In Taipei, directed by George Huang and starring Luke Evans and Gwei Lun-mei. It also was also recently signed by UTA for representation across production, distribution and investment opportunities.

Chinese buyers have been a rare sight on the Croisette in recent years, a consequence of travel restrictions during the pandemic and a slowdown in censorship approvals, but now the borders are wide open, and Gao thinks the time is right to step back into the international market.

Rubbing shoulders with a few of the most prolific action stars in the modern day, Jason Statham has made it a habit of kicking butts on screen. From starring in action-packed films like The Transporter, The Expendables, and even the Fast & Furious franchise, Statham has skillfully turned his on-screen fights into realistic sequences with his martial arts knowledge.

Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham in Expend4bles

However, despite making his onscreen fight scenes look all the more real with his disciplined training and practice, Jason Statham vowed never to enter the Octagon to face a real fighter. Having immense respect for the professional fighters, Statham explained his decision with proper reason.

Jason Statham Vowed to Never Face a Professional Fighter

Jason Statham has built a reputation for delivering some of the most realistic and thrilling action sequences in modern cinema. With a background in martial arts and disciplined practice, Statham...

Louis Leterrier may be gearing up for Fast 11, but he still has other projects ready to go. The key one right now is sci-fi horror flick 11817, which is expected to begin filming this summer. As such, we have received some casting news, with Kingsley Ben-Adir and Greta Lee lined up for unspecified roles.

No other cast has been announced at this time for 11817 but kicking it off with the likes of Kingsley Ben-Adir and Greta Lee does add some serious talent to the project. Ben-Adir has really made his mark over the past few years, playing Malcolm X and Bob Marley to much praise. Lee, meanwhile, co-led Best Picture nominee Past Lives (and probably deserved an Oscar nod herself) and has Tron: Ares set up.

Louis Leterrier will be quite busy this year, saying that once he finishes up this “little horror movie” in mid-September, he will be jumping right into Fast 11 the next day,...

Louis Leterrier has directed the action films The Transporter, Transporter 2, Unleashed, and Fast X, the action comedies The Brothers Grimsby and The Takedown, the mystery thriller Now You See Me, the fantasy adventure Clash of the Titans, and the comic book adaptation The Incredible Hulk (not to mention the TV shows The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance and Lupin), and over the decades his films have racked up $2 billion at the box office. Now he’s set to direct and produce the film 11817, working from a screenplay by Matthew Robinson (The Invention of Lying), which will see him venturing into the sci-fi horror realm.

11817 will show us what happens when inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who – or what – is keeping them trapped…...

Director Louis Leterrier moves into the horror genre with the upcoming film 11817, Deadline reports today.

Rocket Science is presenting the project to buyers in Cannes.

“The film watches as inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who — or what — is keeping them trapped.”

Matthew Robinson (The Invention of Lying) wrote the screenplay.

“Directing projects where the audience gets behind the characters has always been my focus. However complex, flawed, heroic, we identify with them as we live through their journey,” said Leterrier. “It’s what excites me about 11817‘s wholly original concept and the family at the heart of our story. This is an experience that movie audiences won’t forget.”

Louis Leterrier’s Carrousel Studios is producing the film alongside Rocket Science,...

Rocket Science Productions has set Louis Leterrier (“The Incredible Hulk,”) (“The Transporter”) to direct and produce the sci-fi horror film “11817.”

The film is written by Matthew Robinson Leterrier’s production companies Carrousel Studios, Rocket Science, Thank You Studios, Chernin Entertainment and 3 Arts Entertainment are all set to produce.

According to the official logline, “In ‘11817,’ inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who — or what — is keeping them trapped…”

“Directing projects where the audience gets behind the characters has always been my focus. However complex, flawed, heroic, we identify with them as we live through their journey,” said Leterrier. “It’s what excites me about 11817’s wholly original concept and the family at the heart of our story. This is an...

Rocket Science announced today that it will fully finance and launch international sales in Cannes on the sci-fi horror 11817 to be directed and produced by Louis Leterrier.

The French filmmaker’s Carrousel Studios, Rocket Science, Thank You Studios, Chernin Entertainment, and 3 Arts Entertainment are producing.

Matthew Robinson, whose credits include The Invention Of Lying, wrote the screenplay about a family of four trapped inside their house by inexplicable forces.

As modern luxuries and essential supplies start to run out, the family must adapt to survive and outsmart whoever or whatever is imprisoning them.

Casting is currently underway. CAA Media Finance represents North American rights.

Louis Leterrier (Fast X) will direct and produce 11817, a sci-fi horror film scripted by Matthew Robinson (The Invention of Lying) that is being presented to buyers at Cannes by Rocket Science.

The film watches as inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who — or what — is keeping them trapped…

Casting is currently underway on the pic to be produced by Leterrier’s Carrousel Studios, Rocket Science, Thank You Studios, Chernin Entertainment (A North Road Company) and 3 Arts Entertainment. Producers include Leterrier, Thomas Benski and Omar Sy for Carrousel Studios, Lars Sylvest for Thank You Studios, Kori Adelson for Chernin Entertainment, Oly Obst of 3 Arts Entertainment, Thorsten Schumacher for Rocket Science, and Joe Neurauter. Cecile Gaget is exec producing for Carrousel Studios.

Louis Leterrier the director of Fast X and several Transporter action movies has been tapped to direct and produce the sci-fi horror film 11817, based on a script by Matthew Robinson.

The genre pic produced by Leterrier’s Carrousel Studios, Rocket Science, Thank You Studios, Chernin Entertainment and 3 Arts Entertainment is now casting. Rocket Science will fully finance, handle foreign sales and introduce the film in Cannes, while CAA Media Finance will handle a North American sale.

Leterrier is known as a highly reliable director on big-budget, effects-heavy fare such as Clash of the Titans, the Jason Statham-starring Transporter movies and Universal’s The Incredible Hulk. His films have earned $2 billion in box office worldwide.

“Directing projects where the audience gets behind the characters has always been my focus. However complex, flawed, heroic, we identify with them as we live through their journey. It’s what excites me about...

Exclusive: UTA has signed Shanghai and Los Angeles-based production, distribution and investment company Fundamental Films for representation.

Founded by Mark Gao in 2008, Fundamental Films was one of China’s biggest buyers before the pandemic, releasing films including American Hustle, Limitless, Lucy and the Taken and Transporter franchises.

The company acquired a significant minority share in Luc Besson’s EuropaCorp in 2016, releasing the French studio’s titles in China, as well as co-producing films, including the reboot of the Transporter series and fantasy epic, Valerian And The City Of A Thousand Planets.

UTA will provide strategic support in expanding Fundamental’s partnerships across film production and distribution, as well as identifying global IP, new business and technology investment opportunities.

Fundamental is releasing EuropaCorp’s upcoming action thriller, A Weekend In Taipei (aka Weekend Escape Project), starring Luke Evans and Gwei Lun-mei, in China this summer.

Commenting on the partnership with UTA,...

It used to be said that every movie, no matter how badly it did at the box office or critically, went to heaven. Heaven, of course, meant physical media. First, it was VHS, then it was Laserdisc, then DVD, Blu-ray, and now 4K Blu-rays; every movie would get some kind of physical media release. After all, rentals and sales were important to a film’s profitability. In fact, some movies that tanked theatrically did so well on DVD that they became perennials, such as Donnie Darko or The Transporter, with the DVD sales of that movie directly influencing the studio to greenlight a sequel and give Jason Statham a legit career as an action star. Yet, despite physical media making a comeback, it’s worth noting that some of the most popular movies in recent memory have never gotten a physical media release. And we’re not only talking about...

Stars: Russell Crowe, Kelly Greyson, Pacharo Mzembe, Marton Csokas, Tommy Flanagan, Karen Gillan | Written by Adam Cooper, Bill Collage | Directed by Adam Cooper

Based on E.O. Chirovici’s novel The Book of Mirrors, Sleeping Dogs opens with a look at Roy Freeman and his apartment. It’s an apartment with notes taped everywhere, even on the TV Dinner he’s about to cook. They’re reminders, meant to help him cope with his Alzheimer’s while an experimental treatment he opted for starts to work. Neither the operation nor the notes prevented him from microwaving the TV remote, however.

He’s contacted by Emily Dietz from Project Clean Hands, a group devoted to freeing the wrongly convicted. They’re interested in the case of Isaac Samuel a death row inmate Freeman arrested and helped convict for the brutal murder of college professor Joseph Wieder.

I think they missed a great...

Elliot Page came to the Junos Awards on Sunday night to denounce a rollback of LGBTQ2+ rights after the Umbrella Academy star came out as transgender and nonbinary at the end of 2020.

“We are at a time in history where the rights of LGBTQ2+ people are being revoked, restricted and eliminated throughout the world, and the effects are devastating,” Page said when citing the work by the Tegan and Sara Foundation to support and build social change for trans and queer youth at the Junos in his hometown of Halifax, Nova Scotia.

“If the world was not so hostile to LGBTQ2+ people, we would see ourselves purely as musicians,” Sara Quin, one half of the Canadian indie pop musicians Tegan and Sara, told the Juno audience. She called out the province of Alberta for recently proposing to restrict health care for transgender youth, including halting access to hormone therapy for children aged 15 and under.

Most people picture their partners as someone who’s roughly as old as they are—or, at least in the same generation. But love doesn’t always work as planned. So take a look at the Hollywood couples, for whom age is just a number. Proving to be adorable duos, when it comes to romance, these few celebs have ignored large age gaps and turned out to be fan favorite celebrity couples.

George Clooney in The Flash (2023)

From George Clooney to Harrison Ford, there are a handful of Hollywood A-listers who have successfully maintained a healthy relationship with their partners despite their massive age gap. Shrugging off their share of criticism, the global stars are still going strong with their spouses.

1. George Clooney

You won’t believe it, but beloved couple George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin have a pretty significant age gap between them. Introduced to the human rights lawyer in 2013 by a mutual friend,...

Actor Omar Sy has teamed with Lupin and Fast X director Louis Leterrier and former Pulse Films CEO Thomas Benski to launch Carrousel Studios.

Carrousel Studios is billed as an artists-first European independent studio and media company with a focus on producing commercial films and high-end TV series for global audiences. Carrousel will lean into genres such as elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy.

A statement announcing the launch of Carrousel said the founding trio “plan to modernise the process of developing, financing and producing films and series, and take advantage of myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production,...

“Lupin” star Omar Sy, “Fast X” director Louis Leterrier and “Gangs of London” producer Thomas Benski have launched Carrousel Studios, a European independent production company with offices in Paris, London, Los Angeles and Senegal.

The banner will finance and produce film and TV projects, with an emphasis on elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy. The company will look to tap into tax credits, European incentives and brands to finance content. CAA Media Finance architected the financing for the venture.

Sy, Leterrier and Benski, who have worked together on several series and films, said the name of the company, Carrousel, reflects its inclusive DNA. “A carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from, no matter their age or background,” explained the trio in a joint statement. “Additionally, the word carrousel is understood around the globe and associated with magical moments. Our Carrousel will have that same feel,...

French star Omar Sy (Lupin, The Intouchables) is joining forces with Fast X and Transporter director Louis Leterrier and producer Thomas Benski (American Honey, Gangs of London) to launch Carrousel Studios, a new European independent studio.

Billed as an “artists-first” studio, Carrousel aims to focus on elevated genre, in the film and TV, to “lean into elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy projects,” according to a statement, by taking advantage of “myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production, incredible talent (in front and behind the camera) as well as other European incentives.”

All three men are represented by CAA and CAA Media Finance set up the financing for the venture. Carrousel Studios will have offices in Paris, London, Los Angeles and Senegal.

The company name is meant to evoke a spirit of entertainment. “By definition, a carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from,...

Actor and producer Omar Sy (Lupin), director-producer Louis Leterrier (Fast X) and producer and Pulse Films founder Thomas Benski (American Honey) are launching Carrousel Studios with bases in Paris, London, LA and Senegal.

The film and TV company will develop and produce projects for the global market and look to work closely with emerging and established talent. While not exclusive to the genres, the firm plans to lean into elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy projects. It will also incorporate in-house marketing and communications for its projects. CAA Media Finance architected the financing for the venture.

“By definition, a carrousel’s sole purpose is to entertain, no matter where the riders come from, no matter their age or background,” explained Sy, Leterrier and Benski in a joint statement. “Additionally, the word carrousel is understood around the globe and associated with magical moments. Our Carrousel will have that same feel,...

Actor Omar Sy has teamed with Lupin and Fast X director Louis Leterrier and former Pulse Films CEO Thomas Benski to launch Carousel Studios.

Carousel Studios is billed as an artists-first European independent studio and media company with a focus on producing commercial films and high-end TV series for global audiences. Carousel will lean into genres such as elevated action, thrillers, sci-fi, fantasy and comedy.

A statement announcing the launch of Carousel said the founding trio “plan to modernise the process of developing, financing and producing films and series, and take advantage of myriad tax credits, subsidies, cost of production,...

To celebrate the release of Dogman starring Caleb Landry Jones – out 11th March on Blu-ray, DVD & Digital – we have a Blu-ray up for grabs!

The latest film from Luc Besson – the visionary filmmaker The Fifth Element, La Femme Nikita and the Transporter series – Dogman won the Graffetta d’Oro for Best Film at the 2023 Venice Film Festival. It’s extraordinary, intense and heartfelt – everything you’d expect from the unique and uncompromising mind of Besson.

Caleb Landry Jones (Cannes winner for Best Actor for Nitram) stars as Doug, a troubled man who finds salvation through his canine friends. The cast also includes Jojo T Gibbs (Fresh), Christopher Denham (Billions), Clemens Schick (Das Boot), and Marisa Berenson (Barry Lyndon). Featuring an emotive score by Besson’s longtime collaborator Éric Serra (Léon), and exquisitely filmed by Colin Wandersman (Pandemonium), Dogman features production design by César award winner Hugues Tissandier (The Extraordinary Adventures of Adèle Blanc-Sec...

To celebrate the release of Dogman starring Caleb Landry Jones – out 11th March on Blu-ray, DVD & Digital – we have a Blu-Ray up for grabs!

he latest film from Luc Besson – the visionary filmmaker The Fifth Element, La Femme Nikita and the Transporter series – Dogman won the Graffetta d’Oro for Best Film at the 2023 Venice Film Festival. It’s extraordinary, intense and heartfelt – everything you’d expect from the unique and uncompromising mind of Besson.

Caleb Landry Jones (Cannes winner for Best Actor for Nitram) stars as Doug, a troubled man who finds salvation through his canine friends. The cast also includes Jojo T Gibbs (Fresh), Christopher Denham (Billions), Clemens Schick (Das Boot), and Marisa Berenson (Barry Lyndon).

Featuring an emotive score by Besson’s longtime collaborator Éric Serra (Léon), and exquisitely filmed by Colin Wandersman (Pandemonium), Dogman features production design by César award winner Hugues Tissandier (The Extraordinary Adventures of Adèle Blanc-Sec...

The first action-thriller of 2024, The Beekeeper, from Amazon MGM Studios, will be available for purchase on 4K Uhd, Blu-ray and DVD on April 23. Directed by David Ayer from a screenplay by Kurt Wimmer, the film is produced by Bill Block, Jason Statham, David Ayer, Chris Long, Kurt Wimmer. The Beekeeper stars Jason Statham, Emmy Raver-Lampman (TV’s “The Umbrella Academy”), Josh Hutcherson (“The Hunger Games” films), Bobby Naderi, Minnie Driver (“Good Will Hunting”), Phylicia Rashad (“Creed”) and Jeremy Irons (TV’s “Watchmen”). The Beekeeper will be ... Read more...

Just a few weeks after one of the stars of the John Wick franchise, Ian McShane, ripped Lionsgate’s TV spin-off The Continental live on TV, the studio seems like it’s going full steam ahead on a John Wick TV show. According to Deadline, Lionsgate vice chairman Michael Burns said as much during a Q&a at the Morgan Stanley media conference. “I think we’ll take one of our great action franchises starring Keanu Reeves, I think it’ll be a television series,” said Burns, who also revealed that the studio is planning a Twilight animated series too.

Readers will remember another John Wick tv series, The Continental, dropping just a few months ago. According to Burns, the new Wick show will not be related to that series of three 90-minute telefilms, which was about the early adventures of the character played by Ian McShane in the proper John Wick movies,...

Actor Jason Statham is known for playing characters that are described as tough, gritty, or violent in packed action-thriller movies. The actor has been credited for leading the resurgence of action movies during the 2000s and 2010s. Statham is known to be one of the most bankable stars in the industry, and Bruce Willis is to be thanked for it, in a way.

Jason Statham has appeared in movies, including the Transporter trilogy, The Italian Job, Crank, War, Fast & Furious franchise, and more. The actor has, over the years, managed to not only impress the audience with his performances but also become one of the most influential celebrities in the world.

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What does a transporter even do? In the "Transporter" action-thriller film series, Jason Statham plays Frank Martin, the titular transporter who acts as a driver-for-hire, who moves packages for selective clients without any questions asked. Martin is not your average transporter, as his impressive military background grants him an edge during combat, which is an inevitability when such high risk is involved. Martin strives to maintain a clearly defined double life with little to no overlap and expects his clients to adhere to his incorrigible personal code, which includes never altering the deal or opening client packages, and absolutely no names.

At first glance, the watch order for the "Transporter" series seems pretty straightforward, with four movies etching out Martin's arc and the shenanigans that ensue because of his unique occupation. However, for the sake of continuity, the release date order needs to be shifted around a bit, while one...

Sunday Am Update: How bad was this year’s Super Bowl weekend? Realize that Kenneth Branagh’s romance mystery misfire, Death on the Nile, opened to more over the Big Game weekend ($12.8M) two years ago, and that’s when female moviegoers were scared of Omicron!

Super Bowl weekend, despite its damper on Sunday business, used to be a box office frame that could still yield results, even for films aimed at dudes. Like in 2015, when the sixth weekend of American Sniper drummed up $30.7 million, or in 2020, when the third weekend of Bad Boys for Life did $17.6M.

Last year’s Super Bowl weekend totaled $52.6M, per Box Office Mojo, led by Warner Bros’ Magic Mike’s Last Dance, with an $8.3M opening. This year, we’re lower at $40M, -24% from a year ago and that’s because there isn’t a notable major studio wide release. That’s also...

Jason Statham’s Net Worth Revealed (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Jason Statham is a bonafide action star in Hollywood and needs no introduction to the entertainment world. He is reportedly one of the wealthiest actors in the world with some impressive films to his credit, including The Transporter, The Meg 1 & 2, Expend4bles, and his latest, The Beekeeper among others. With such a fantastic career in the action space, let’s look at the actor’s net worth standing in 2024; keep scrolling to get the deets.

For the unversed, Jason used to work at local market stalls before becoming a massive movie star. His past inspired the celebrated director Guy Ritchie to cast him in the 1998 film Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and 2000’s Snatch. His breakthrough in his career came with his Transporter series, and since he didn’t have to look back again.

Jason Statham had been a crucial part of The Expendables film series,...

Netflix’s Top 10 Most Viewed Films (Jan 8-14) ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Ott platforms bring us a variety of movies from across the globe in the palm of our hands. Netflix plays a big part in keeping us entertained, and people love watching their favorite movies over and over again, sometimes as they call it their comfort flicks. Let’s see which films kept the viewers hooked and helped the streaming giant generate their list of Top 10 Most Viewed films from January 8-January 14.

The competition is cutthroat, and there is sometimes a very narrow difference between the views that decide a movie’s spot on the list. It can change any week, and it does, too. Scroll below for more.

The animated film Leo and The Super Mario Bros Movie has been on the list for a long time, and this week, there are some action-packed films, some coms, and sci-fi movies too.

An old-style Jason Statham film, with a bit of beekeeping? The movie year is off to a fine start. Here’s our The Beekeeper review.

I’m not familiar with just what inspired action thriller The Beekeeper, but never in my wildest dreams did I imagine a film that actually delivered on its title. An action thriller, with Jason Statham as a man who keeps bees?

Surely nobody would offer up a gift like that.

Well, chums, not only have they done so, but they’ve also delivered one of the best pure Jason Statham action films in some time.

It opens with some serious-looking academic stuff about bees playing under the opening credits, so I got the sense it might commit to its moniker. Then, early on, The Statham sincerely delivers the line “I just want to thank you for putting up with me… and all of my bees”.

At that moment,...