5+ hour, 14+ min ago (424+ words) The dream of seeing the Hidden Leaf Village fully realized in a big live-action movie has been exciting for longtime fans, especially after the success of Netflix's One Piece opened the door for anime adaptations that actually work. Lionsgate's upcoming take on Naruto, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, has been one of the most interesting live-action anime projects in development, but the latest update isn't exactly encouraging. Cretton, known for his work on Spider Man: Brand New Day and Shang Chi, is set to direct and co write the film, teaming up with writer Tasha Huo, whose recent credits include Netflix's Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. Huo recently spoke with ScreenRant about where things stand with the live action Naruto adaptation. Her response was short, and definitely not what fans were hoping to hear. "I wish I did. I…...

9+ hour, 15+ min ago (585+ words) Marvel's Blade reboot has been on a rough road of development since it was first announced. While the project has shifted directors, scripts, and even entire eras, one constant has been Mia Goth, who remains attached to play the villainous Lilith. In a recent conversation with Josh Horowitz, the actress offered an honest look at where things stand, what she experienced behind the scenes, and just how close the original version of the movie came to happening. When Kevin Feige stepped on stage at San Diego Comic-Con in 2019 and welcomed Mahershala Ali to the MCU, the crowd erupted. A new Blade movie sounded like a slam dunk. Since then, the project has cycled through release dates ranging from November 2023 to November 2025 before eventually being pulled from Marvel's schedule entirely. Directors Bassam Tariq and Yann Demange have both been attached at…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (546+ words) Lucasfilm's longtime executive design director Doug Chiang has spent decades shaping the look and feel of Star Wars, yet he still believes there is only one person who completely understands the visual DNA of the franchise. In a recent conversation with Creative Bloq, Chiang shared insight into his creative approach and the ongoing influence of George Lucas, whose imagination defined the galaxy fans know so well. This article takes a look at Chiang's perspective on what makes Star Wars design tick and why he still sees Lucas as the ultimate guide, and how his own journey from The Phantom Menace to modern projects like The Mandalorian and Grogu has shaped the universe we see on screen today. Chiang explained that designing for Star Wars involves far more intention and structure than many people realize. He oversees visual development for films,…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago (342+ words) A Japanese teaser for The Mandalorian and Grogu just arrived, and it hits all the right notes for fans who have been waiting to see Star Wars shine on the big screen again. This new look leans straight into nostalgia by opening with the iconic Star Wars theme, then quickly ramps into high-energy action that sets the stage for Din Djarin and Grogu's return to theaters next year. Disney and Lucasfilm are gearing up for a major cinematic comeback. After becoming one of Disney+'s biggest success stories since its 2019 launch, The Mandalorian is now stepping into theaters for its first feature film. The newly released Japanese trailer offers a stylish, exciting and full of promise for what's ahead in summer 2026. Another exclusive cut of the teaser is already playing before Zootopia 2 in theaters, although that version hasn't been released…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (460+ words) Claudia Black's time in the Star Wars galaxy has come to an unexpected end. The actress, known for her roles in Pitch Black, Farscape, and Stargate SG-1, made her Star Wars debut in Ahsoka as Klothow, one of the mysterious Great Mothers. Black has now confirmed she won't be returning due to a pay dispute that made the job impossible for her to continue. Speaking with Bleeding Cool, Black explained her departure. She was initially picked up for Season 2, but negotiations hit a wall when Disney and Lucasfilm were unable to meet her needs, especially with filming set in London while she lives in Los Angeles. Walking away from the project was not easy, and Black expressed how meaningful the experience was for her. "It was very sad for me. I sent an email to Dave Filoni thanking him, and…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago (503+ words) Fans of Keanu Reeves and the wild, blood-soaked world of BRZRKR have something exciting on the horizon. The immortal warrior B. is stepping into a new chapter that drags him from the depths of the ocean to a pirate crew looking for salvation in the most unlikely place. With BRZRKR: The Bleeding Tide #1 on the way, readers are getting a fresh look at where B.s journey goes next, and its shaping up to be one of his most intense trials yet. ComicBook recently revealed a preview of BRZRKR: The Bleeding Tide and it gives us a sharp snapshot of the state B. is in when the story opens. Life has not been kind to him since the last time we saw him, but survival is his specialty and hes going to need every ounce of it. This new story begins with a…...

4+ day, 5+ hour ago (417+ words) Rian Johnson is gearing up for his next big project and the filmmaker just shared an exciting update on his mysterious sci-fi thriller project. While out promoting his upcoming Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Johnson opened up about what he has planned once Detective Benoit Blanc's latest case wraps. In a conversation with Variety, the director explained that he is deep into developing an original sci fi thriller that channels the energy of classic cinema from the 1970s. Johnson has teased this project before, but this is his clearest description yet of what he's building. "The most exciting thing right now is this idea I have in my head for the next thing I'm gonna make, and I think ultimately, that's all you can do, is just kind of follow your nose," Johnson said. "If I had to…...

4+ day, 8+ hour ago (446+ words) Shawn Levy is deep into filming Star Wars: Starfighter, and it turns out the movie we'll see in 2027 is not the version he first mapped out. In fact, the entire third act was reimagined right before cameras rolled, and the director is thrilled about it. "On Starfighter it was we had a whole different idea for something in the third act and then things didn't align and I was forced to come up with a new idea. And I'm literally right now shooting that section of the movie. "And everyday I'm grateful that the way I was supposed to do it didn't work out, because the new idea that it forced me to explore is so much better than the original idea would have been." For a filmmaker who has already tackled massive franchises from Deadpool & Wolverine to Stranger Things,…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago (448+ words) Shawn Levy is gearing up to take fans into a new corner of the galaxy with his upcoming film Star Wars: Starfighter, and he has secured a legendary composer to help bring it to life. The director revealed that 15 time Oscar nominated composer Thomas Newman has officially joined the project, and I'm actually very excited about this! I'm a huge fan of Newman's work, and I'm so pumped up to hear what he brings to the Star Wars universe. During an appearance on the On Film" with Kevin McCarthy podcast, Levy confirmed the news and shared his own excitement. Newman's involvement signals an awesome creative swing for Starfighter. Levy explained that the film's musical identity has been a major focus for him as he shapes this standalone adventure. He continued: "And I was thinking about this movie and what I…...

5+ day, 5+ hour ago (324+ words) Star Wars fans never miss a thing, and sometimes the smallest details end up being the funniest. Recently, fans rewatching Star Wars: Attack of the Clones noticed something in the background of a scene on Tatooine that makes one moment in A New Hope way more amusing. On Reddit, a fan pointed out, "In Star Wars Attack of the Clones, Owen's wife asks him to paint the [ceiling]. 22 years later it's still unpainted," while sharing screenshots of Owen and Beru's house. The first image shows Anakin, Padm, and company sitting at a table under an unfinished ceiling. The second shot, from A New Hope, has Luke Skywalker at the very same table, and sure enough, the ceiling is still unpainted. That little oversight sparked some hilarious responses. One fan joked, "He said he'll get to it!" Another chimed in with,…...