Crowe plays an ex-cop receiving treatment for dementia who revisits one of his old cases, only to unearth some uncomfortable but entertaining memories
Entirely preposterous as it is, there’s a fair bit of entertainment to be had in what might be called an erotic pulp-noir from screenwriter turned director Adam Cooper, adapted from the 2017 crime bestseller The Book of Mirrors by Eugene Chirovici. I can imagine Brian De Palma being interested in it – and he might have wanted to twist the eroticism dial clockwise a click or two more.
Russell Crowe plays Roy Freeman, a depressed ex-cop whose wife left him long ago, battling to stay on the wagon, living in squalor and undergoing an experimental treatment to reverse his early onset dementia; he has labels on everything in his apartment to remind him what they’re for – but still occasionally opens the microwave to find the TV remote,...
Entirely preposterous as it is, there’s a fair bit of entertainment to be had in what might be called an erotic pulp-noir from screenwriter turned director Adam Cooper, adapted from the 2017 crime bestseller The Book of Mirrors by Eugene Chirovici. I can imagine Brian De Palma being interested in it – and he might have wanted to twist the eroticism dial clockwise a click or two more.
Russell Crowe plays Roy Freeman, a depressed ex-cop whose wife left him long ago, battling to stay on the wagon, living in squalor and undergoing an experimental treatment to reverse his early onset dementia; he has labels on everything in his apartment to remind him what they’re for – but still occasionally opens the microwave to find the TV remote,...
- 6/18/2024
- by Peter Bradshaw
- The Guardian - Film News
As the theatrical release of The Exorcism approaches, excitement is palpable among horror fans. This supernatural horror film, directed by Joshua John Miller, is set to hit theaters in the United States on June 21, 2024. The Official Trailer was released on April 25, 2024, providing a chilling glimpse into the movie’s dark and suspenseful atmosphere. Russell Crowe’s Unrivaled Dedication Chloe Bailey, who stars in the film as Blake Holloway, shared her experience working alongside the seasoned actor Russell Crowe, who plays Anthony Miller. Reflecting on their collaboration, she said, Working with Russell on this film has truly been an...
- 6/18/2024
- by Steve Delickson
- TVovermind.com
In a recent interview with British GQ, Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe revealed the reason he decided not to be part of the The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Crowe was originally approached to play Aragorn, son of Arathorn, and even had a secret meeting with director Peter Jackson. Crowe recalled his conversation with Jackson candidly, saying, I very much felt the studio were making that decision, not the film director. The actor described how their conversation led him to sense that Jackson had someone else in mind for the role. I just kind of got a sense that he already...
- 6/17/2024
- by Steve Delickson
- TVovermind.com
In the world of entertainment, controversies and clashes between actors and directors are not uncommon. Oftentimes, stars engage in squabbles with the crew over creative freedom. However, when it came to Russell Crowe and his Proof of Life director Taylor Hackford, the stakes were raised to a whole new level.
Russell Crowe and Meg Ryan in Proof of Life (2000) | Castle Rock Entertainment
The tabloid-laden clash involved Russell Crowe going feral against Taylor Hackford, and the catalyst being the actor’s affair with co-star Meg Ryan. Blamed by the filmmaker for overshadowing the 2000 thriller with their scandalous affair, Crowe went raging after Hackford, publicly calling him an “idiot”.
Russell Crowe and Meg Ryan Mirrored Their Onscreen Affair in Real Life
Playing the role of hostage negotiator Terry Thorne, who embarks on a mission to rescue American engineer Peter Bowman, captured by anti-government forces in a Latin American country, Russell Crowe joined...
Russell Crowe and Meg Ryan in Proof of Life (2000) | Castle Rock Entertainment
The tabloid-laden clash involved Russell Crowe going feral against Taylor Hackford, and the catalyst being the actor’s affair with co-star Meg Ryan. Blamed by the filmmaker for overshadowing the 2000 thriller with their scandalous affair, Crowe went raging after Hackford, publicly calling him an “idiot”.
Russell Crowe and Meg Ryan Mirrored Their Onscreen Affair in Real Life
Playing the role of hostage negotiator Terry Thorne, who embarks on a mission to rescue American engineer Peter Bowman, captured by anti-government forces in a Latin American country, Russell Crowe joined...
- 6/17/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The Gates spoilers tease that there haven’t really been any new announcements made about the Gates, but it looks like that may be about to change in the very near future.
Michele Val Jean, the showrunner and head writer of the new soap is active on X (formerly Twitter) and has recently made a couple of interesting comments and posts about it. The excitement is beginning to ramp up and according to Val Jean herself, things are looking pretty good.
The Gates Spoilers – Announcements Regarding Talent Are Coming Soon
Even though nothing is official, Val Jean took to her X page to inform fans that the creative team behind The Gates was coming together and she used the fire emoji which means she’s excited about who she’s brought on to work with to create this brand new show.
She did say that official announcements would be coming soon.
Michele Val Jean, the showrunner and head writer of the new soap is active on X (formerly Twitter) and has recently made a couple of interesting comments and posts about it. The excitement is beginning to ramp up and according to Val Jean herself, things are looking pretty good.
The Gates Spoilers – Announcements Regarding Talent Are Coming Soon
Even though nothing is official, Val Jean took to her X page to inform fans that the creative team behind The Gates was coming together and she used the fire emoji which means she’s excited about who she’s brought on to work with to create this brand new show.
She did say that official announcements would be coming soon.
- 6/17/2024
- by Matt Crider
- Celebrating The Soaps
The Exorcism is heading into cinemas this week, but Joshua John Miller’s horror film was actually shot all the way back in 2019.
It’s a good week to be a fan of Russell Crowe doing exorcisms on the big screen. Joshua John Miller’s The Exorcism, which was previously known as The Georgetown Project, is heading into cinemas this Friday, but it’s been a long time coming.
World Of Reel reports that the film was actually shot in 2019 and has simply been in post-production limbo ever since. It seems that the studio behind the film, Miramax, wasn’t too keen on the film back in 2019, but the pandemic put a stop to reshoots.
Crowe then went on to do The Pope’s Exorcist which enjoyed moderate success, but it was enough to convince Miramax to get everyone back together for reshoots and the film was finally finished in...
It’s a good week to be a fan of Russell Crowe doing exorcisms on the big screen. Joshua John Miller’s The Exorcism, which was previously known as The Georgetown Project, is heading into cinemas this Friday, but it’s been a long time coming.
World Of Reel reports that the film was actually shot in 2019 and has simply been in post-production limbo ever since. It seems that the studio behind the film, Miramax, wasn’t too keen on the film back in 2019, but the pandemic put a stop to reshoots.
Crowe then went on to do The Pope’s Exorcist which enjoyed moderate success, but it was enough to convince Miramax to get everyone back together for reshoots and the film was finally finished in...
- 6/17/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Even though Ryan Gosling has been in the public eye for decades now, in recent years, the media seems to have gained a newfound appreciation for him as a person. While this is the case now, there is no denying that he has had some very iconic projects throughout his career. One of the best examples would be his 2016 film, Nice Guys, starring Russell Crowe and Angourie Rice.
Ryan Gosling in The Nice Guys (2016) I Warner Bros.
The film has been regarded as a masterpiece, being one of the most hilarious films in recent years. The dynamic that Gosling and Crowe share provides some of the funniest moments in the film, which has caused many to want a sequel to the movie. With Warner Bros.’ recent announcement that one of its intellectual properties would be getting a sequel, many wish for this film to be the one that gets another shot.
Ryan Gosling in The Nice Guys (2016) I Warner Bros.
The film has been regarded as a masterpiece, being one of the most hilarious films in recent years. The dynamic that Gosling and Crowe share provides some of the funniest moments in the film, which has caused many to want a sequel to the movie. With Warner Bros.’ recent announcement that one of its intellectual properties would be getting a sequel, many wish for this film to be the one that gets another shot.
- 6/16/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
While there are directors with strong opinions on comic book films, often targeting the face of it all, Marvel Studios, there is no shortage of impressive actors who have starred in these superhero films. You have actors like Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo, Josh Brolin, Michael B. Jordan, Scarlett Johansson and more who have proven their abilities in more dramatic fares. There are even some older iconic actors that have dabbled in the genre, like Robert Redford, Michael Douglas, Anthony Hopkins, Kevin Costner and Michelle Pfeiffer. And let’s not forget names like Marlon Brando and Jack Nicholson starring in the ones that legitimized the genre.
Russell Crowe is also someone who lent his talents to multiple superhero films. He was Jor-El in Man of Steel, Zeus in Thor: Love and Thunder and he will be seen in the upcoming Spider-Man Sonyverse film Kraven The Hunter as Kraven’s bad dad.
Russell Crowe is also someone who lent his talents to multiple superhero films. He was Jor-El in Man of Steel, Zeus in Thor: Love and Thunder and he will be seen in the upcoming Spider-Man Sonyverse film Kraven The Hunter as Kraven’s bad dad.
- 6/16/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Shakira Talks about her Dating Life post Breakup with Gerard Pique (Photo Credit –Instagram)
Colombian singer Shakira announced her separation from former Spanish footballer Gerard Pique in June 2022. The two were together for over 11 years before they decided to call it quits, reportedly due to the latter’s infidelity. Ever since then, Shakira has been rumored to have dated several A-list stars, including Tom Cruise, Lewis Hamilton, and Lucien Laviscount.
However, the 47-year-old recently revealed that she isn’t focused on dating at the moment. “I’m not thinking about that. What space do I have for a man right now?” said Shakira while speaking to Rolling Stone. At present, she wants to prioritize independence and motherhood. But that doesn’t mean she dislikes men even after going through the nastiest split.
“What can I tell you, I like men. That’s the problem. I shouldn’t like them with...
Colombian singer Shakira announced her separation from former Spanish footballer Gerard Pique in June 2022. The two were together for over 11 years before they decided to call it quits, reportedly due to the latter’s infidelity. Ever since then, Shakira has been rumored to have dated several A-list stars, including Tom Cruise, Lewis Hamilton, and Lucien Laviscount.
However, the 47-year-old recently revealed that she isn’t focused on dating at the moment. “I’m not thinking about that. What space do I have for a man right now?” said Shakira while speaking to Rolling Stone. At present, she wants to prioritize independence and motherhood. But that doesn’t mean she dislikes men even after going through the nastiest split.
“What can I tell you, I like men. That’s the problem. I shouldn’t like them with...
- 6/16/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
Mission Impossible 8 Is Reportedly Crossing Part 7’s Mammoth Budget of $290 Million?(Photo Credit –YouTube)
Mission: Impossible is one of the most significant film franchises in Hollywood and is also the highest-grossing one in Tom Cruise’s career. Mission: Impossible 8 is being shot, and according to reports, it has already become the costliest in the franchise. The seventh film, Mission: Impossible 7: Dead Reckoning Part One, was released in July last year, but the box office result was not satisfactory. Keep scrolling for more.
Cruise plays the role of Ethan in this film series, which is based on the 1966 TV series by Bruce Geller. Tom is an Impossible Missions Force, aka Imf agent, and the first film was released in 1996. The film franchise has earned over $4 billion worldwide and is among the highest-grossing film series ever. Several directors have directed the movies over the years, while director Christopher McQuarrie has...
Mission: Impossible is one of the most significant film franchises in Hollywood and is also the highest-grossing one in Tom Cruise’s career. Mission: Impossible 8 is being shot, and according to reports, it has already become the costliest in the franchise. The seventh film, Mission: Impossible 7: Dead Reckoning Part One, was released in July last year, but the box office result was not satisfactory. Keep scrolling for more.
Cruise plays the role of Ethan in this film series, which is based on the 1966 TV series by Bruce Geller. Tom is an Impossible Missions Force, aka Imf agent, and the first film was released in 1996. The film franchise has earned over $4 billion worldwide and is among the highest-grossing film series ever. Several directors have directed the movies over the years, while director Christopher McQuarrie has...
- 6/16/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Dakota Johnson Called Out By Russell Crowe(Photo Credit –Facebook/Instagram)
Gladiator star Russell Crowe has a bone to pick with Dakota Johnson. The 60-year-old actor who had starred in Thor: Love and Thunder reacted to the negative comments made by Dakota Jhonson, who spoke of her experience shooting the recent Marvel flop Madame Web.
In an earlier interview with Entertainment Weekly, Dakota Johnson confessed “that drastic changes'” were made to the script after she signed on to shoot Madame Web, which critics branded an “embarrassing mess” after its theatrical release in February.
What did Dakota Johnson Say About Madame Web?
Dakota Johnson added she had trouble shooting scenes for a movie largely reliant on blue screens. She said, “I’ve never really done a movie where you are on a blue screen, and there are fake explosions going off, and someone’s going, ‘Explosion!’ and you act like there’s an explosion.
Gladiator star Russell Crowe has a bone to pick with Dakota Johnson. The 60-year-old actor who had starred in Thor: Love and Thunder reacted to the negative comments made by Dakota Jhonson, who spoke of her experience shooting the recent Marvel flop Madame Web.
In an earlier interview with Entertainment Weekly, Dakota Johnson confessed “that drastic changes'” were made to the script after she signed on to shoot Madame Web, which critics branded an “embarrassing mess” after its theatrical release in February.
What did Dakota Johnson Say About Madame Web?
Dakota Johnson added she had trouble shooting scenes for a movie largely reliant on blue screens. She said, “I’ve never really done a movie where you are on a blue screen, and there are fake explosions going off, and someone’s going, ‘Explosion!’ and you act like there’s an explosion.
- 6/16/2024
- by Anushree Madappa
- KoiMoi
Writer, producer, and director; Taylor Sheridan is a force to reckon with, and lately, he has been riding the waves of fame thanks to his pitch-perfect neo-Western drama series, Yellowstone. With two spin-offs out and two more on the way, Yellowstone has become a world in itself. Apart from this franchise, Taylor Sheridan has a few other notable titles in his portfolio including Wind River, Sicario, and Hell or High Water.
Hell or High Water (2016) | Lionsgate
His 2016 neo-Western crime drama flick, Hell or High Water, follows the story of two brothers on a quest to save their family ranch by getting into a bunch of bank robberies. The film was critically acclaimed and was even selected by The American Film Institute as one of its top ten films of the year. While talking about this masterpiece of his, Taylor Sheridan revealed the one film that defines ‘perfection’ for him and...
Hell or High Water (2016) | Lionsgate
His 2016 neo-Western crime drama flick, Hell or High Water, follows the story of two brothers on a quest to save their family ranch by getting into a bunch of bank robberies. The film was critically acclaimed and was even selected by The American Film Institute as one of its top ten films of the year. While talking about this masterpiece of his, Taylor Sheridan revealed the one film that defines ‘perfection’ for him and...
- 6/15/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel was released worldwide on June 14, eleven years ago. The Henry Cavill-starring film didn’t impress everyone and some hardcore DC fans were disappointed to see the dark-toned film. In fact, Snyder had no intention of satisfying all fans. From the get-go, Man of Steel proved that it wasn’t trying to play it safe in the superhero genre like the MCU films.
Henry Cavill as Superman in Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel | Warner Bros
Snyder aimed to bring something revolutionary not just to the character created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, but also to the DC brand and the genre as a whole. Critics were divided over the Rebel Moon director’s bold attempt, with some even questioning Cavill’s performance in the role. However, the portrayal went on to become as iconic as Christopher Reeve’s 1978 Superman.
Zack Snyder’s...
Henry Cavill as Superman in Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel | Warner Bros
Snyder aimed to bring something revolutionary not just to the character created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, but also to the DC brand and the genre as a whole. Critics were divided over the Rebel Moon director’s bold attempt, with some even questioning Cavill’s performance in the role. However, the portrayal went on to become as iconic as Christopher Reeve’s 1978 Superman.
Zack Snyder’s...
- 6/15/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Starting his acting career with Australian TV shows, Russell Crowe sailed prominently through the sea of talent in Hollywood and went on to leave an undeniable mark on cinema. The Oscar-winning actor made his resounding screen persona felt with 2000’s Gladiator even as movies like Romper Stomper and The Sum of Us had already put him in the spotlight.
Boasting international acclaim and easily being one of the most recognized faces globally, he still has a long way to go before settling down anytime soon.
Russell Crowe posing with fans in St Helier | Danrok for Wikimedia Commons
In a testament to his versatility and knack for living all his passions to the fullest, Crowe has also not shied behind when it came to music. Demonstrating his singing abilities in several of his outings, he, however, missed out on a chance to make that part of his career enjoy a broader limelight in his portfolio.
Boasting international acclaim and easily being one of the most recognized faces globally, he still has a long way to go before settling down anytime soon.
Russell Crowe posing with fans in St Helier | Danrok for Wikimedia Commons
In a testament to his versatility and knack for living all his passions to the fullest, Crowe has also not shied behind when it came to music. Demonstrating his singing abilities in several of his outings, he, however, missed out on a chance to make that part of his career enjoy a broader limelight in his portfolio.
- 6/15/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Russell Crowe was launched to worldwide fame with his Oscar-winning role in Ridley Scott’s 2000 epic movie, ‘Gladiator.’
After over two decades, Scott is planning on making a ‘Gladiator 2’ and Crowe is not particularly happy about it, especially since his character Maximus Decimus Meridius died in a battle from the first movie.
Russell Crowe – Reacts To News Ridley Scott Is Making A ‘Gladiator 2’
We really are in the era of twos, from ‘Beetlejuice’ to ‘Gladiator’ and even Whoopi Goldberg’s ‘Ghost,’ our old favorites are returning to thrill modern day film lovers. But Russell Crowe is not exactly sure he’s 100% hooked on ‘Gladiator’ getting a sequel.
Speaking in a new interview on ‘Kyle Meredith With…’ Crowe shared, “I’m slightly uncomfortable, the fact that they’re making another one, you know? Because of course, I’m dead, and I have no say in what gets done. A...
After over two decades, Scott is planning on making a ‘Gladiator 2’ and Crowe is not particularly happy about it, especially since his character Maximus Decimus Meridius died in a battle from the first movie.
Russell Crowe – Reacts To News Ridley Scott Is Making A ‘Gladiator 2’
We really are in the era of twos, from ‘Beetlejuice’ to ‘Gladiator’ and even Whoopi Goldberg’s ‘Ghost,’ our old favorites are returning to thrill modern day film lovers. But Russell Crowe is not exactly sure he’s 100% hooked on ‘Gladiator’ getting a sequel.
Speaking in a new interview on ‘Kyle Meredith With…’ Crowe shared, “I’m slightly uncomfortable, the fact that they’re making another one, you know? Because of course, I’m dead, and I have no say in what gets done. A...
- 6/15/2024
- by Nmesoma Okechukwu
- Celebrating The Soaps
In an intriguing exploration of casting dynamics, Russell Crowe delved into his experiences with big studio movies in a recent interview with British GQ. Casting Considerations The most poignant revelation was Crowe’s decision to turn down the role of Aragorn in the iconic ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy. This choice was driven by a sense that renowned director Peter Jackson did not truly want him for the part. I very much felt the studio were making that decision, not the film director. And I talked to Peter Jackson over the phone, and he wasn’t saying the sort of things that...
- 6/15/2024
- by Steve Delickson
- TVovermind.com
‘Madame Web’ was one of Ssu’s biggest box office flops in 2023, continuing the trend of poorly received films in the Universe. Despite this, the movie did achieve some level of success on Netflix. Following its disastrous theatrical release, many actors involved in the film largely remained silent.
However, Dakota Johnson faced backlash for her criticism of the studio and superhero movies in general. She specifically called out executive decisions and the reliance on numbers and algorithms in making such films.
You cannot make art based on numbers and algorithms. My feeling has been for a long time that audiences are extremely smart, and executives have started to believe that they’re not. Audiences will always be able to sniff out bullsht. Even if films start to be made with AI, humans aren’t going to fcking want to see those.
Many fans support Johnson’s viewpoint, as a common...
However, Dakota Johnson faced backlash for her criticism of the studio and superhero movies in general. She specifically called out executive decisions and the reliance on numbers and algorithms in making such films.
You cannot make art based on numbers and algorithms. My feeling has been for a long time that audiences are extremely smart, and executives have started to believe that they’re not. Audiences will always be able to sniff out bullsht. Even if films start to be made with AI, humans aren’t going to fcking want to see those.
Many fans support Johnson’s viewpoint, as a common...
- 6/15/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Madame Web’ was one of the biggest box office failures of 2023 for Ssu, continuing the tradition of Universe’s poorly received movies. However, it’s important to note that the movie did find some modicum of success on Netflix. In any case, following the disastrous release of the movie, most of the actors involved with it didn’t comment on it all that much.
However Dakota Johnson did land herself in hot water for criticism of the studio, and these types of superhero movies overall. Johnson criticized executive decisions and the fact that these types of movies are made on the basis of numbers and algorithms.
You cannot make art based on numbers and algorithms. My feeling has been for a long time that audiences are extremely smart, and executives have started to believe that they’re not. Audiences will always be able to sniff out bullsht. Even if films...
However Dakota Johnson did land herself in hot water for criticism of the studio, and these types of superhero movies overall. Johnson criticized executive decisions and the fact that these types of movies are made on the basis of numbers and algorithms.
You cannot make art based on numbers and algorithms. My feeling has been for a long time that audiences are extremely smart, and executives have started to believe that they’re not. Audiences will always be able to sniff out bullsht. Even if films...
- 6/15/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Russell Crowe has been in a lot of big films. So many that he can sense when something fits, or not.
Case in point: the time Crowe was up for a major role in Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy. He was solicited for the role of Aragorn, which eventually went to Viggo Mortensen.
In an interview with British GQ, Crowe talked about the delicate dance of casting.
Crowe, a big Tolkien fan, soon subtly discovered that director Jackson wasn’t keen on him as Aragorn.
“I very much felt the studio were making that (casting) decision, not the film director,” he said. “And I talked to Peter Jackson over the phone, and he wasn’t saying the sort of things that directors were saying to you if they were really trying to attract you to a project. And I just kind of got a sense that...
Case in point: the time Crowe was up for a major role in Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy. He was solicited for the role of Aragorn, which eventually went to Viggo Mortensen.
In an interview with British GQ, Crowe talked about the delicate dance of casting.
Crowe, a big Tolkien fan, soon subtly discovered that director Jackson wasn’t keen on him as Aragorn.
“I very much felt the studio were making that (casting) decision, not the film director,” he said. “And I talked to Peter Jackson over the phone, and he wasn’t saying the sort of things that directors were saying to you if they were really trying to attract you to a project. And I just kind of got a sense that...
- 6/14/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Russell Crowe has no regrets when it comes to “The Lord of the Rings.” The Oscar-winning actor met director Peter Jackson to play the role of Aragorn in his film trilogy, but their conversation apparently turned off Crowe from wanting to move forward with the movies. Jackson’s “Rings” trilogy would go on to gross $2.9 billion worldwide and remains one of the most acclaimed film trilogies ever made. Still, Crowe knows it was the right call to let it pass.
“I don’t actually,” Crowe said during a British GQ video interview when asked if he has any “Rings” regrets. “I very much felt the studio were making that decision, not the film director. And I talked to Peter Jackson over the phone, and he wasn’t saying the sort of things that directors were saying to you if they were really trying to attract you to a project. And...
“I don’t actually,” Crowe said during a British GQ video interview when asked if he has any “Rings” regrets. “I very much felt the studio were making that decision, not the film director. And I talked to Peter Jackson over the phone, and he wasn’t saying the sort of things that directors were saying to you if they were really trying to attract you to a project. And...
- 6/14/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
I’m still crushed that The Nice Guys wasn’t more successful. In a perfect world, we’d already have at least two sequels featuring Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling solving cases and cracking jokes. Oh well. Crowe had a lot of fun working on the film, and despite his reputation for never breaking character no matter what, he told GQ that Gosling was the one person who could make him crack.
“People f***ing love that movie. I loved making that movie. Ryan Gosling, Jesus Christ,” Crowe said. “Trying to work with that kid. I’m famous for not breaking character no matter what – Ridley used to laugh about it. The Colosseum could be collapsing behind me and I’d still be doing my stuff. There’s a thing in acting called corpsing – laughing inappropriately. That little motherf***er gets me every time.“
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“People f***ing love that movie. I loved making that movie. Ryan Gosling, Jesus Christ,” Crowe said. “Trying to work with that kid. I’m famous for not breaking character no matter what – Ridley used to laugh about it. The Colosseum could be collapsing behind me and I’d still be doing my stuff. There’s a thing in acting called corpsing – laughing inappropriately. That little motherf***er gets me every time.“
Related Ryan Gosling says he doubts...
- 6/14/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The horror film The Exorcism, which was formerly known as The Georgetown Project and stars Russell Crowe, was once set to receive a North American theatrical release on June 7th, but you may have noticed that it’s not currently in theatres. That’s because it was pushed back to June 21st – and with that date one week away, a pair of clips from the film have arrived online. You can watch one in the embed above, and the other can be found at the bottom of this article.
Crowe recently played real-life exorcist Father Gabriele Amorth in the supernatural horror film The Pope’s Exorcist, which could turn out to be a franchise starter. He actually worked on this movie before making The Pope’s Exorcist – in fact, The Exorcism was first announced four and a half years ago. So it’s good to see that it’s finally making its way out into the world.
Crowe recently played real-life exorcist Father Gabriele Amorth in the supernatural horror film The Pope’s Exorcist, which could turn out to be a franchise starter. He actually worked on this movie before making The Pope’s Exorcist – in fact, The Exorcism was first announced four and a half years ago. So it’s good to see that it’s finally making its way out into the world.
- 6/14/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Russell Crowe has had a long career with few regrets. In fact, he says there is only really one in his professional life—a musical biopic he won’t name but that he turned down and it went on to be a hit (so begin your speculation now). Mostly while speaking to British GQ for this month’s cover story, however, Crowe expressed deep satisfaction with the onscreen side of his life, and even pushed back at assertions that he’s mostly remembered now for one role as a Roman general in Gladiator.
While talking at length about the many opportunities and setbacks he’s had in his life, Crowe notes he has folks still come up to him to talk about Bud White in L.A. Confidential, or John Nash in A Beautiful Mind. There’s even a certain species of movie nerd out there—which this writer pleads...
While talking at length about the many opportunities and setbacks he’s had in his life, Crowe notes he has folks still come up to him to talk about Bud White in L.A. Confidential, or John Nash in A Beautiful Mind. There’s even a certain species of movie nerd out there—which this writer pleads...
- 6/14/2024
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
Russell Crowe, the man who yelled “My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius” at the top of his voice in Gladiator, is now 60 years old. Yes, sadly, the once-young actor has now entered his retirement years and as Crowe himself says, he has “a sh*t ton of regrets”.
Russell Crowe in Gladiator [Credit: Universal Pictures/DreamWorks Pictures]\Having an iconic career in Hollywood to his name, Russell Crowe has been a part of several notable films and projects over the years. Naturally, the actor has had a ton of experience which has made him all the more wiser with time.
Russell Crowe Is Disappointed With Dakota Johnson’s Remarks!
It was the year 2024 when 50 Shades of Grey actress Dakota Johnson starred in an MCU film titled Madame Web. Despite the hype and excitement that the film had created with its trailer and storyline, the movie was ultimately a failure.
Dakota...
Russell Crowe in Gladiator [Credit: Universal Pictures/DreamWorks Pictures]\Having an iconic career in Hollywood to his name, Russell Crowe has been a part of several notable films and projects over the years. Naturally, the actor has had a ton of experience which has made him all the more wiser with time.
Russell Crowe Is Disappointed With Dakota Johnson’s Remarks!
It was the year 2024 when 50 Shades of Grey actress Dakota Johnson starred in an MCU film titled Madame Web. Despite the hype and excitement that the film had created with its trailer and storyline, the movie was ultimately a failure.
Dakota...
- 6/14/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
If there’s one small thing that stood out for fans in Thor: Love and Thunder, it’s Russell Crowe’s unexpected goofiness as the Greek god Zeus. Who would have thought that an all-powerful supreme leader of all gods would act in such a way?
Russell Crowe in Thor: Love and Thunder / Marvel Studios
Marvel fans particularly pinpointed this as a criticism in portraying the character. The comic version of Zeus was far from silly, but since the actor claims it is Taika Waititi’s movie, they fashioned him after its lighthearted tone.
Russell Crowe On Playing Zeus In Thor: Love and Thunder
In an interview with GQ, actor Russell Crowe gave his two cents on the tragic fate of Sony’s Madame Web as a failed superhero franchise. He specifically reacted to Dakota Johnson’s statement where the actress expressed her disappointment in joining the superhero world.
I...
Russell Crowe in Thor: Love and Thunder / Marvel Studios
Marvel fans particularly pinpointed this as a criticism in portraying the character. The comic version of Zeus was far from silly, but since the actor claims it is Taika Waititi’s movie, they fashioned him after its lighthearted tone.
Russell Crowe On Playing Zeus In Thor: Love and Thunder
In an interview with GQ, actor Russell Crowe gave his two cents on the tragic fate of Sony’s Madame Web as a failed superhero franchise. He specifically reacted to Dakota Johnson’s statement where the actress expressed her disappointment in joining the superhero world.
I...
- 6/14/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone have emerged as quite the duo in recent years. The director and actress managed to turn both "The Favourite" and "Poor Things" into rare, original box office hits that also went on to garner some major awards season love. Now, they're back together again with another dark comedy in the form of "Kinds of Kindness," which is rolling out in select theaters next weekend before expanding nationwide in the coming weeks. The question is, can Lanthimos and Stone pull off a hat trick and go three for three?
Disney's Searchlight Pictures is making a couple of wise decisions regarding "Kinds of Kindness." For one, it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to build some buzz, with Jesse Plemons winning Best Actor for his work in the film. That has teed up the ball for a limited release next weekend, with Lanthimos' latest work playing in...
Disney's Searchlight Pictures is making a couple of wise decisions regarding "Kinds of Kindness." For one, it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to build some buzz, with Jesse Plemons winning Best Actor for his work in the film. That has teed up the ball for a limited release next weekend, with Lanthimos' latest work playing in...
- 6/14/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Russell Crowe’s filmography may look a little odd to the average cinephile. From “L.A. Confidential” to “Thor: Love and Thunder,” from winning an Oscar for “Gladiator” to starring in not one but two exorcism films – Crowe seems to have done it all, from high to lowbrow.
And according to the star, that’s the whole point of having a lasting career: To pick and choose what one wants to do regardless of how prestige (or not) the project may be.
“I’ve been unreasonably happy for most of my life. I know that bothers some people, but that’s just not my problem. I pursue creatively and artistically what I want to do, and I have done that for probably about 35 years, you know? I do it unapologetically,” Crowe told GQ UK. “And my choices are always freaking people out.”
He used 2011 film “The Man With the Iron Fists...
And according to the star, that’s the whole point of having a lasting career: To pick and choose what one wants to do regardless of how prestige (or not) the project may be.
“I’ve been unreasonably happy for most of my life. I know that bothers some people, but that’s just not my problem. I pursue creatively and artistically what I want to do, and I have done that for probably about 35 years, you know? I do it unapologetically,” Crowe told GQ UK. “And my choices are always freaking people out.”
He used 2011 film “The Man With the Iron Fists...
- 6/14/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Russell Crowe is no stranger to comic book/superhero movies, having previously appeared in Man of Steel and Thor: Love and Thunder. He also has a role in Sony Pictures' upcoming Kraven the Hunter, and it seems the Academy Award-winner doesn't have much time for other actors who sign on for those type of films and then complain that they didn't reach a certain standard.
While chatting to GQ, Crowe was asked about his experience making superhero projects, specifically in light of Madame Web star Dakota Johnson saying she felt like the movie was art “made by a committee” in a recent interview.
"You cannot make art based on numbers and algorithms," said the actress. "My feeling has been for a long time that audiences are extremely smart, and executives have started to believe that they’re not. Audiences will always be able to sniff out bullsh*t. Even if...
While chatting to GQ, Crowe was asked about his experience making superhero projects, specifically in light of Madame Web star Dakota Johnson saying she felt like the movie was art “made by a committee” in a recent interview.
"You cannot make art based on numbers and algorithms," said the actress. "My feeling has been for a long time that audiences are extremely smart, and executives have started to believe that they’re not. Audiences will always be able to sniff out bullsh*t. Even if...
- 6/14/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Russell Crowe Gets Candid on Joining Superhero Movies: "These Are Jobs" - Main Image
Russell Crowe recently opened up about his involvement in superhero movies and the actors who have complained about their experience doing the projects.
The Oscar winner has become a staple in the superhero genre thanks to starring in DC's Man of Steel, Marvel's Thor: Love and Thunder, and Sony's upcoming Spider-Man spinoff Kraven the Hunter.
For the past few years, there have been several conversations about the current state of superhero movies due to the underwhelming box office performances and the divisive reception from critics on some of the releases across all franchises.
Some actors have also opened up about the difficulties of being involved in a superhero movie due to the complexities of the production and the general perception regarding its value as an art form.
Russell Crowe Believes Superhero Movies Are 'Jobs' and...
Russell Crowe recently opened up about his involvement in superhero movies and the actors who have complained about their experience doing the projects.
The Oscar winner has become a staple in the superhero genre thanks to starring in DC's Man of Steel, Marvel's Thor: Love and Thunder, and Sony's upcoming Spider-Man spinoff Kraven the Hunter.
For the past few years, there have been several conversations about the current state of superhero movies due to the underwhelming box office performances and the divisive reception from critics on some of the releases across all franchises.
Some actors have also opened up about the difficulties of being involved in a superhero movie due to the complexities of the production and the general perception regarding its value as an art form.
Russell Crowe Believes Superhero Movies Are 'Jobs' and...
- 6/14/2024
- EpicStream
In the era of streaming wars and AI challenges, very little can surprise the audience when the dystopian vision of humanity being overtaken by artificial intelligence is already prevalent in the atmosphere. In such a dark world, The Boys shines more brilliantly than ever due to its bloody, gore-filled, gross, and obnoxiously salacious content – because such a creation could only be born from the unbridled morbid imaginations of a human mind.
The Boys [Credit: Prime Video]However, every brilliant creation has a time of its own – too early for the public eye, and it’s censored into the darkest pits of Hollywood; too late and it becomes redundant for the moviegoing audience. The Boys, on the other hand, arrived just in time as Superhero fatigue was rampant in the industry and a satirical critique of that particular genre worked like a perfect salve for the masses.
But, the situation could have gone awfully...
The Boys [Credit: Prime Video]However, every brilliant creation has a time of its own – too early for the public eye, and it’s censored into the darkest pits of Hollywood; too late and it becomes redundant for the moviegoing audience. The Boys, on the other hand, arrived just in time as Superhero fatigue was rampant in the industry and a satirical critique of that particular genre worked like a perfect salve for the masses.
But, the situation could have gone awfully...
- 6/13/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Robert Downey Jr. had a new lease on life when he was cast as Tony Stark in the MCU. Beginning his career with Iron Man, the actor bounced back from being an industry pariah to a world-renowned star. Downey Jr. went on to become the face of the MCU, starring in team-up films such as The Avengers, as well as the Iron Man trilogy.
While Marvel gave him a new beginning, being cast by the studio reportedly helped many other actors, including Paul Bettany. Bettany first joined the MCU as the voice of J.A.R.V.I.S. and then appeared as Vision. The actor reportedly had a tough time as a teen and was busking in the streets before he was kicked out of his apartment in London.
Paul Bettany Used To Busk In The Streets To Make Rent Money Before Being Marvel’s Vision Paul Bettany in...
While Marvel gave him a new beginning, being cast by the studio reportedly helped many other actors, including Paul Bettany. Bettany first joined the MCU as the voice of J.A.R.V.I.S. and then appeared as Vision. The actor reportedly had a tough time as a teen and was busking in the streets before he was kicked out of his apartment in London.
Paul Bettany Used To Busk In The Streets To Make Rent Money Before Being Marvel’s Vision Paul Bettany in...
- 6/13/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Russell Crowe is acknowledging some of his missteps, and defending the superhero movie process in the wake of Dakota Johnson’s Madame Web comments.
The 60-year-old actor, who next appears in Sony’s latest Spider-Man Universe film Kraven the Hunter, gave a candid interview to GQ in which he seemed to address past reports of bad behavior.
“I’m in awe of people these days who say, ‘I have no regrets,'” Crowe said. “Really? Not one single thing you ever did. Right? You’re so fucking perfect. I’ve got a shit ton of regrets. An angry word, an overreaction, a missed opportunity for friendship — lots of things like that. But all of those things are in perspective, because I’ve done lots of really cool shit too. My regrets are, in a way, badges of honor. Having the ability to have that introspection and go, ‘You know, the...
The 60-year-old actor, who next appears in Sony’s latest Spider-Man Universe film Kraven the Hunter, gave a candid interview to GQ in which he seemed to address past reports of bad behavior.
“I’m in awe of people these days who say, ‘I have no regrets,'” Crowe said. “Really? Not one single thing you ever did. Right? You’re so fucking perfect. I’ve got a shit ton of regrets. An angry word, an overreaction, a missed opportunity for friendship — lots of things like that. But all of those things are in perspective, because I’ve done lots of really cool shit too. My regrets are, in a way, badges of honor. Having the ability to have that introspection and go, ‘You know, the...
- 6/13/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Russell Crowe has no problem calling out the hypocrisy of actors dissing their own superhero films.
The new trend as of late was most recently exemplified by Dakota Johnson’s comments on “Madame Web” after the Sony-produced film flopped at the box office. Johnson told Bustle that she understood why the film was “ripped to shreds” by critics, citing that “art does not do well when it’s made by committee.”
Crowe, when asked about how his own experience in a slew of superhero films compared to Johnson’s, told GQ UK that of course tentpole franchise films like “Thor: Love and Thunder” are made by a “gigantic machine” like Johnson complained about.
“I don’t want to make any comments to what anybody else might have said or what their experience is, but…you’re bringing out the impish quality of my humor,” Crowe said. “You’re telling...
The new trend as of late was most recently exemplified by Dakota Johnson’s comments on “Madame Web” after the Sony-produced film flopped at the box office. Johnson told Bustle that she understood why the film was “ripped to shreds” by critics, citing that “art does not do well when it’s made by committee.”
Crowe, when asked about how his own experience in a slew of superhero films compared to Johnson’s, told GQ UK that of course tentpole franchise films like “Thor: Love and Thunder” are made by a “gigantic machine” like Johnson complained about.
“I don’t want to make any comments to what anybody else might have said or what their experience is, but…you’re bringing out the impish quality of my humor,” Crowe said. “You’re telling...
- 6/13/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Russell Crowe is no stranger to comic book movies. He played Superman’s biological father Jor-El in Zack Snyder’s “Man of Steel,” joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Zeus in “Thor: Love and Thunder” and soon will appear as Kraven’s estranged father in Sony’s “Kraven the Hunter.” So when British GQ recently asked the Oscar winner about his experience making superhero movies in light of Dakota Johnson saying “Madame Web” felt like art “made by a committee,” he playfully laughed off the idea that making such films is in any way deep.
“I don’t want to make any comments to what anybody else might have said or what their experience is, but… you’re bringing out the impish quality of my humor. [Laughs.] You’re telling me you signed up for a Marvel movie, and some fucking universe for cartoon characters… and you didn’t get enough pathos?...
“I don’t want to make any comments to what anybody else might have said or what their experience is, but… you’re bringing out the impish quality of my humor. [Laughs.] You’re telling me you signed up for a Marvel movie, and some fucking universe for cartoon characters… and you didn’t get enough pathos?...
- 6/13/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Take a look at actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Marvel Comics super-villain 'Kraven the Hunter' in Columbia Pictures/Marvel Studios new superhero action crime thriller "Kraven", directed by J.C. Chandor, co-starring Russell Crowe, releasing December 13, 2024 in theaters:
'Sergei Kravinoff', aka 'Kraven The Hunter", debuted in Marvel Comics' "The Amazing Spider-Man" #15 (August 1964)…
… created by writer Stan Lee and illustrator/co-plotter Steve Ditko.
"...born to Russian aristocrats and an abusive father (Crowe), 'Sergei Kravinoff ' survives to become a maniacal big game hunter in Africa.
"Then after imbibing a potion…
“… it enhances his physical prowess as 'Kraven the Hunter'..."
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'Sergei Kravinoff', aka 'Kraven The Hunter", debuted in Marvel Comics' "The Amazing Spider-Man" #15 (August 1964)…
… created by writer Stan Lee and illustrator/co-plotter Steve Ditko.
"...born to Russian aristocrats and an abusive father (Crowe), 'Sergei Kravinoff ' survives to become a maniacal big game hunter in Africa.
"Then after imbibing a potion…
“… it enhances his physical prowess as 'Kraven the Hunter'..."
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- 6/13/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Russell Crowe has been chatting about Ridley Scott’s Gladiator 2, and has admitted he has a concern or two about the film.
Spoilers for Gladiator lie ahead.
Currently undergoing additional photography work in the UK is this winter’s belated sequel to Gladiator, which we’re cunning calling Gladiator 2. Whether it’ll end up being called Gladiator 2 is still unclear, but let’s go with it.
It’s 24 years since the original film, which won Russell Crowe an Academy Award for Best Actor, and there’s been no shortage of talk since of a possible follow-up. Yet for, well, reasons, the follow-up hasn’t happened. It’s only now that Ridley Scott is back on set, shooting a new movie, this time with with Paul Mescal donning the armour instead of Russell Crowe.
We’re going into spoiler territory for the original film now, so we’ll...
Spoilers for Gladiator lie ahead.
Currently undergoing additional photography work in the UK is this winter’s belated sequel to Gladiator, which we’re cunning calling Gladiator 2. Whether it’ll end up being called Gladiator 2 is still unclear, but let’s go with it.
It’s 24 years since the original film, which won Russell Crowe an Academy Award for Best Actor, and there’s been no shortage of talk since of a possible follow-up. Yet for, well, reasons, the follow-up hasn’t happened. It’s only now that Ridley Scott is back on set, shooting a new movie, this time with with Paul Mescal donning the armour instead of Russell Crowe.
We’re going into spoiler territory for the original film now, so we’ll...
- 6/13/2024
- by Simon Brew
- Film Stories
Ryan Simpkins goes head-to-head with Russell Crowe in the psychological horror “The Exorcism.” She plays the estranged daughter of Crowe’s actor character who may or may not be possessed while shooting a supernatural horror film. It’s quite meta! I spoke with the actress about her interest in the film, her dynamics with Russell Crowe, working
The post “The Exorcism” Interviews with Cast, Filmmakers appeared first on Manny the Movie Guy.
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- 6/13/2024
- by manny
- Manny the Movie Guy
Ridley Scott has been busy working on the sequel to his critically and commercially acclaimed hit, Gladiator. Coming more than two decades after the first film starring Russell Crowe was released, it stars Paul Mescal in the lead as Commodus’ (Joaquin Phoenix) nephew, Lucius.
Russel Crowe in Gladiator | DreamWorks Pictures
Set in the aftermath of the events of the first film, with Crowe’s Maximus dead and buried, fans have some high expectations from the film. But the film series’ original lead, aka Crowe, feels slightly uncomfortable about the sequel, as he revealed in a recent interview.
Russell Crowe Uncomfortable with Paul Mescal’s Gladiator II
Paul Mescal in All of Us Strangers | Searchlight Pictures
Russell Crowe, up till now, has been pretty selective about commenting on Paul Mescal–starrer Gladiator II. While he stated to Collider that he felt slightly jealous about a sequel being developed of a film as pivotal as Gladiator,...
Russel Crowe in Gladiator | DreamWorks Pictures
Set in the aftermath of the events of the first film, with Crowe’s Maximus dead and buried, fans have some high expectations from the film. But the film series’ original lead, aka Crowe, feels slightly uncomfortable about the sequel, as he revealed in a recent interview.
Russell Crowe Uncomfortable with Paul Mescal’s Gladiator II
Paul Mescal in All of Us Strangers | Searchlight Pictures
Russell Crowe, up till now, has been pretty selective about commenting on Paul Mescal–starrer Gladiator II. While he stated to Collider that he felt slightly jealous about a sequel being developed of a film as pivotal as Gladiator,...
- 6/13/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Russell Crowe is sharing his thoughts on the Gladiator sequel, which will drop in theaters later this year.
The actor starred in the 2000 Ridley Scott film but is not part of the sequel as his character, the Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius, died. Crowe doesn’t seem particularly thrilled that the film is getting a sequel 24 years later.
“I’m slightly uncomfortable with the fact they’re making another one — because, of course, I’m dead and I have no say in what gets done,” Crowe said on the Kyle Meredith With… podcast. “But a couple of the things I’ve heard I’m like — no, no, no, that’s not in the moral journey of that particular character. But I can’t say anything, it’s not my place, I’m six foot under. So we’ll see what that is like.”
He continued, “It does, in a funny...
The actor starred in the 2000 Ridley Scott film but is not part of the sequel as his character, the Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius, died. Crowe doesn’t seem particularly thrilled that the film is getting a sequel 24 years later.
“I’m slightly uncomfortable with the fact they’re making another one — because, of course, I’m dead and I have no say in what gets done,” Crowe said on the Kyle Meredith With… podcast. “But a couple of the things I’ve heard I’m like — no, no, no, that’s not in the moral journey of that particular character. But I can’t say anything, it’s not my place, I’m six foot under. So we’ll see what that is like.”
He continued, “It does, in a funny...
- 6/12/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
“Gladiator” changed Russell Crowe’s life. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance as Maximus in Ridley Scott’s Roman Empire epic and spent a few years as one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. The film means a lot to him personally. So he’s having some mixed feelings about “Gladiator II,” Scott’s upcoming sequel starring Denzel Washington and Paul Mescal as Maximus’ son, Lucius.
Spoiler alert for a 24-year-old movie: Maximus dies at the end of “Gladiator.” So Crowe is not in “Gladiator II,” and he’s not involved with the production. In an interview with radio host Kyle Meredith, Crowe admitted to being “slightly uncomfortable” with the fact that they’re making another “Gladiator” film.
“Because of course, I’m dead, and I have no say in what gets done,” he explained, with a little bit of a wry smile. “A couple of things that I’ve heard,...
Spoiler alert for a 24-year-old movie: Maximus dies at the end of “Gladiator.” So Crowe is not in “Gladiator II,” and he’s not involved with the production. In an interview with radio host Kyle Meredith, Crowe admitted to being “slightly uncomfortable” with the fact that they’re making another “Gladiator” film.
“Because of course, I’m dead, and I have no say in what gets done,” he explained, with a little bit of a wry smile. “A couple of things that I’ve heard,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Liam Mathews
- Gold Derby
Ridley Scott wanted to tell the story of “Gladiator 2” with as many cameras as possible, according to actor Joseph Quinn.
The “Stranger Things” star told GQ that Scott would film with eight cameras at once for even just a single scene. Scott would then piece together the desired shots.
“I was like, ‘Eight cameras?’ and he’s like ‘You gotta know where to fucking put ’em,'” Quinn said. “Clearly he does. Watching that puzzle, watching him harness all those pieces and put them together was fascinating, truly.”
“Gladiator 2” stars Paul Mescal as Lucius, the nephew of since-deceased Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) who was killed by Russell Crowe’s Maximus. Lucius is the son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen) and grandson of Marcus Aurelius, and originally played by Spencer Treat Clark in the 2000 feature.
Quinn plays the new Caesar deciding the fate of the warriors, while Pedro Pascal is a...
The “Stranger Things” star told GQ that Scott would film with eight cameras at once for even just a single scene. Scott would then piece together the desired shots.
“I was like, ‘Eight cameras?’ and he’s like ‘You gotta know where to fucking put ’em,'” Quinn said. “Clearly he does. Watching that puzzle, watching him harness all those pieces and put them together was fascinating, truly.”
“Gladiator 2” stars Paul Mescal as Lucius, the nephew of since-deceased Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) who was killed by Russell Crowe’s Maximus. Lucius is the son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen) and grandson of Marcus Aurelius, and originally played by Spencer Treat Clark in the 2000 feature.
Quinn plays the new Caesar deciding the fate of the warriors, while Pedro Pascal is a...
- 6/12/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Actor’s character was killed in Ridley Scott’s 2000 original and the focus in sequel, due for Christmas release, moves to role played by Paul Mescal
Russell Crowe has said that he’s “slightly uncomfortable” with the concept of a sequel to Gladiator in which he doesn’t feature.
Crowe, who played the lead character in Ridley Scott’s 2000 hit, winning him a best actor Oscar, will not appear in the belated follow-up, due for release this Christmas.
Russell Crowe has said that he’s “slightly uncomfortable” with the concept of a sequel to Gladiator in which he doesn’t feature.
Crowe, who played the lead character in Ridley Scott’s 2000 hit, winning him a best actor Oscar, will not appear in the belated follow-up, due for release this Christmas.
- 6/12/2024
- by Catherine Shoard
- The Guardian - Film News
With the way that Gladiator ended (and typing “spoiler alert” will already spoil the rest of this article for you), Russell Crowe feels ambivalent that director Ridley Scott is filming a sequel. “I’m slightly uncomfortable, the fact that they’re making another one, you know?” he said in a new interview with Kyle Meredith, via Variety. And once again, understand that the next sentence will spoil Gladiator for you if you’ve never seen it and are thinking of watching it. “Because, of course, I’m dead, and I...
- 6/12/2024
- by Kory Grow
- Rollingstone.com
There are many examples of sequels that proceed without the original film’s star. Gladiator II will obviously not be able to feature Maximus Decimus Meridius after his arc ended in the first film. However, that will not stop attention being paid to Russell Crowe for the upcoming sequel despite the fact that he has no involvement. Last year, Crowe joked that he should be reimbursed for all the Gladiator II questions he’s fielded, “They should be f*cking paying me for the amount of questions I get asked about the f*cking film that I am not even in,” adding, “in that world, I’m dead, six feet under. And that’s that.” However, he also thinks the movie is bound to be extraordinary. “If Ridley has decided to do a second part … he will have really strong reasons…I couldn’t think of that movie being less than absolutely spectacular.
- 6/12/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
The first Gladiator film starring Russell Crowe was a seminal film that ushered in the beginning of the new century. The film showcased Crowe at his best as an actor, while also reminding audiences of the brilliance of Ridley Scott as a director. The film went on to win Best Picture and Best Actor for Crowe. Many still rewatch the film and celebrate its narrative triumph.
Russell Crowe as Maximus Decimus Meridius in Gladiator | Universal Pictures
Scott is gearing up for the release of the sequel to the film titled Gladiator II, which is scheduled to hit theatres in November of this year. Paul Mescal plays the lead of the film with Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, and Joseph Quinn also playing prominent roles. Quinn was a big fan of the first film and he couldn’t believe his eyes when he saw the epic size and scale of the sets...
Russell Crowe as Maximus Decimus Meridius in Gladiator | Universal Pictures
Scott is gearing up for the release of the sequel to the film titled Gladiator II, which is scheduled to hit theatres in November of this year. Paul Mescal plays the lead of the film with Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, and Joseph Quinn also playing prominent roles. Quinn was a big fan of the first film and he couldn’t believe his eyes when he saw the epic size and scale of the sets...
- 6/12/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli’s will be the subject of a concert film titled Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration that will get an international release this fall via Fathom. The pic will document the three-day event next month honoring Bocelli’s 30th anniversary in music.
The event is set for July 15, 17 and 19 at the Teatro del Silenzio (Theater of Silence) in Tuscany. Once a year, the natural amphitheater in Bocelli’s hometown hosts this musical festival, and the film will showcase Bocelli’s repertoire alongside duets with other performers.
The film will be directed by Grammy nominee and Emmy winner Sam Wrench, who recently helmed Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour, the highest-grossing concert film of all time. He also is behind live-performance films with Billie Eilish, Lizzo, BTS, The Weeknd and more.
Bocelli’s celebration features performances from Ed Sheeran, Brian May, Shania Twain, Jon Batiste, Russell Crowe, Sofia Vergara,...
The event is set for July 15, 17 and 19 at the Teatro del Silenzio (Theater of Silence) in Tuscany. Once a year, the natural amphitheater in Bocelli’s hometown hosts this musical festival, and the film will showcase Bocelli’s repertoire alongside duets with other performers.
The film will be directed by Grammy nominee and Emmy winner Sam Wrench, who recently helmed Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour, the highest-grossing concert film of all time. He also is behind live-performance films with Billie Eilish, Lizzo, BTS, The Weeknd and more.
Bocelli’s celebration features performances from Ed Sheeran, Brian May, Shania Twain, Jon Batiste, Russell Crowe, Sofia Vergara,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Russell Crowe has admitted that he’s “slightly uncomfortable” with the fact that Ridley Scott is making a sequel to “Gladiator.”
Crowe played the lead character, Maximus Decimus Meridius, in Scott’s 2000 epic, which won him an Oscar for best actor and launched him to worldwide fame. Now, “Normal People” breakout Paul Mescal is starring in “Gladiator II” as Lucius Verus, the grandson of former Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris). As you may recall, Marcus was brutally killed by his power-hungry son Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) after he appointed Maximus as his successor. The first film ends with Crowe’s character memorably dying in a duel against Commodus.
In a new interview on “Kyle Meredith With…,” Crowe said: “I’m slightly uncomfortable, the fact that they’re making another one, you know? Because of course, I’m dead, and I have no say in what gets done. A couple of things that I’ve heard,...
Crowe played the lead character, Maximus Decimus Meridius, in Scott’s 2000 epic, which won him an Oscar for best actor and launched him to worldwide fame. Now, “Normal People” breakout Paul Mescal is starring in “Gladiator II” as Lucius Verus, the grandson of former Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris). As you may recall, Marcus was brutally killed by his power-hungry son Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) after he appointed Maximus as his successor. The first film ends with Crowe’s character memorably dying in a duel against Commodus.
In a new interview on “Kyle Meredith With…,” Crowe said: “I’m slightly uncomfortable, the fact that they’re making another one, you know? Because of course, I’m dead, and I have no say in what gets done. A couple of things that I’ve heard,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Russell Crowe found worldwide fame when he starred as Roman General Maximus Decimus Meridius around 24 years earlier in 2002’s Gladiator. The movie not only earned him an Academy Award, but it became a classic historical drama and was loosely based on actual happenings around Ad 180 in the Roman Empire.
Russell Crowe in Gladiator (2000) | Universal Pictures
Now, as fans await a huge anticipated sequel in the form of Gladiator II, Russell Crowe has had his say on the upcoming Universal Pictures offering. Hilariously revealing the tinge of jealousy that he feels as he has no way of being a part of the sequel, Crowe also revealed that he was ‘slightly uncomfortable’ with some of the aspects of the upcoming movie, that he has heard about.
Russell Crowe is not the happiest person in the world with updates regarding Gladiator II Paul Mescal in Normal People | Prime Video
Crowe was undoubtedly phenomenal...
Russell Crowe in Gladiator (2000) | Universal Pictures
Now, as fans await a huge anticipated sequel in the form of Gladiator II, Russell Crowe has had his say on the upcoming Universal Pictures offering. Hilariously revealing the tinge of jealousy that he feels as he has no way of being a part of the sequel, Crowe also revealed that he was ‘slightly uncomfortable’ with some of the aspects of the upcoming movie, that he has heard about.
Russell Crowe is not the happiest person in the world with updates regarding Gladiator II Paul Mescal in Normal People | Prime Video
Crowe was undoubtedly phenomenal...
- 6/12/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Russell Crowe is sharing his thoughts on Ridley Scott‘s Gladiator sequel, admitting that he’s “slightly uncomfortable” that it’s being made.
During a recent interview with Kyle Meredith, the Oscar-winning actor said, “I’m slightly uncomfortable with the fact they’re making another one — because, of course, [my character is] dead and I have no say in what gets done. But a couple of the things I’ve heard, I’m like, ‘No, no, no, that’s not in the moral journey of that particular character.’ But I can’t say anything, it’s not my place, I’m six foot under. So we’ll see what that is like.”
Crowe played Roman general Maximus in 2000’s Gladiator. The film, also directed by Scott, follows his character as he sets out to exact vengeance against the corrupt emperor who murdered his family and sent him into slavery.
“I reflect back: The...
During a recent interview with Kyle Meredith, the Oscar-winning actor said, “I’m slightly uncomfortable with the fact they’re making another one — because, of course, [my character is] dead and I have no say in what gets done. But a couple of the things I’ve heard, I’m like, ‘No, no, no, that’s not in the moral journey of that particular character.’ But I can’t say anything, it’s not my place, I’m six foot under. So we’ll see what that is like.”
Crowe played Roman general Maximus in 2000’s Gladiator. The film, also directed by Scott, follows his character as he sets out to exact vengeance against the corrupt emperor who murdered his family and sent him into slavery.
“I reflect back: The...
- 6/12/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
While the conservative genre veterans claim the golden era of Western movies had gone with Clint Eastwood’s classic flicks of the 60s and 70s, we completely disagree with it.
There are several modern genre’s gems, starting from Javier Bardem’s No Country for Old Men and Russell Crowe’s 3:10 to Yuma (both 2007) to Leonardo DiCaprio’s Django Unchained (2012). They all present brand new, yet brutal Western characters.
These include Jeff Bridges’ protagonist in the 2010 movie that can be considered an exceptional movie in every aspect. It both pays homage to the genre’s classics and brings new vision to it.
The film’s plot follows a feisty teenage girl who is trying to find those who are guilty of murdering her father, that’s why she hires a Deputy U.S. Marshal (played by Bridges) to help her. The duo is later joined by a Texas Ranger...
There are several modern genre’s gems, starting from Javier Bardem’s No Country for Old Men and Russell Crowe’s 3:10 to Yuma (both 2007) to Leonardo DiCaprio’s Django Unchained (2012). They all present brand new, yet brutal Western characters.
These include Jeff Bridges’ protagonist in the 2010 movie that can be considered an exceptional movie in every aspect. It both pays homage to the genre’s classics and brings new vision to it.
The film’s plot follows a feisty teenage girl who is trying to find those who are guilty of murdering her father, that’s why she hires a Deputy U.S. Marshal (played by Bridges) to help her. The duo is later joined by a Texas Ranger...
- 6/11/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
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