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When Disney’sThe Jungle Bookhits theaters in just a few short weeks, it certainly won’t be the first time that author Rudyard Kipling’s iconic story has been adapted for the big screen. DirectorJon Favreauexplains in a new preview that he grew up on the original animated movie, but now this is the perfect time to update this story, thanks to advancements in animation technology. We also hear from several voicecast memberssuchBill Murray(Baloo),Lupita Nyong’o(Raksha),Idris Elba(Shere Khan),Ben Kingsley(Bagheera),Scarlett Johansson(Kaa), along with plenty of new footage....

Disneyhas announced thatDoctor Strangewill be coming to Disney’s California Adventure. There have been no details released about when the Sorcerer Supreme will arrive, or in what part of the park he’ll pop up. Here’s the official statement regardingDoctor Strangecoming to Disney’s California Adventure, from the official Disney Parks Blog. “Guests will soon have the opportunity to encounter theMaster of the Mystic Arts,Doctor Strange, at Disney California Adventure park!Doctor Strangeacts as an intermediary between the real world and what lies beyond, utilizing a vast array of metaphysical abilities and relics to protect the universe....

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has established an incredible gallery of supporting characters over the years. Without characters like Happy Hogan, Ned Leeds, and Okoye, our favorite superheroes would not be where they are today. One of the greatest supporting characters has beenRachel McAdams' Christine Palmer in theDoctor Strangefranchise. First introduced in 2016’sDoctor Strange, Palmer returned for the animated seriesWhat If…?andthe origin movie’s sequelDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Christine was a major part of Stephen Strange’s life across the Multiverse....

Director Denis Villeneuve is beginning to set his sights on hisDuneremake based off of Frank Herbert’s 1965 novel. TheBlade Runner 2049director is setting his bar pretty high as far as what he wants the project to be. Villeneuve has his eyes set on an “adult” version ofStar Wars, which is an interesting statement that we’ll delve into a little later. In addition, Denis Villeneuve says that he wants to make theStar Warsmovie that he was never able to see on the big screen....

Very sad news to report, asDustin Diamond died on Mondayjust three weeks after he was diagnosed with lung cancer, and formerSaved by the Bellco-stars are paying tribute along with some of Dustin’s other colleagues from show business. Though the prognosis was grim, Diamond’s death still came as a big shock given his young age and just how quickly the whole ordeal unfolded. The news has leftSaved by the Bellfans everywhere in mourning, and it’s especially painful for those who knew Dustin best....

With a major film franchise heading to Paramount+, along with aclassic Hollywood filmand plenty of dramas, the streaming service has a slew of offerings any viewer will surely enjoy inside the comfort of their own home. No matter what a viewer’s interests might be, they’ll most definitely find something worth their time next month. Martha Marcy May Marlene Stream on July 1 Written and directed by Sean Durkin in his directional feature film debut,Martha Marcy May Marleneis a psychological drama about a woman who struggles to reintegrate back into her previous life after escaping an abusive hippie-like cult....

The opening scene ofMarvel’sAnt-Manfeatures a scene from several decades earlier, where Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) is seen meeting with Howard Stark (John Slattery) and Mitchell Carson (Martin Donovan) to resign from S.H.I.E.L.D. in the year 1989. This meeting helps set in motion the primary, present-day story, but those who have seen thesuperhero moviein theaters may still be scratching their heads over how youngMichael Douglaslooked in this scene.Vulturespoke with one of the men responsible for this “de-aging” process,Trent Claus, whose company Lola VFX specializes in “visual cosmetics” that can make any actor, “older, younger, thinner [or] fatter....

Wolverinemay be getting rebooted within the Marvel Cinematic Universe on the Small Screen over on Disney+. Thanks to the Disney/Fox merger, which went into effect in 2019, Marvel Studios, also owned by Disney, is now in control of theX-Men. We’ve known for some time that the franchise itself will be rebooted at some point. Now, we have word that the most famous mutant of them all may be getting his very own anthology series....

The fallout of Harvey Weinstein’s years of sexual harassment in Hollywood continues to ripple through the industry. Now, 14-year-old actorFinn Wolfhard, best known for his roles in Netflix’sStranger Thingsand this year’s horror hitIT, has fired his agent, Tyler Grasham, and his agency APA. The departure comes days after sexual abuse allegations were made against Grasham from a former actor turned filmmaker, Blaise Godbe Lipman. Finn Wolfhard was not himself the subject of any abuse, but the news of Tyler Grasham’s sexual misconduct caused the young actor to part ways with APA, who have placed Grasham on leave following the accusations....

Johnny Depp has reemerged in a new video clip promoting his Dior fragrance, and his name has started to trend as fans praise the company for standing by him. Dubbed “Conversations with Craftsmen: Game of Notes,” the clip is of a talk show-style chat between Depp and Dior perfumer-creator François Demachy, the creators of theSauvage fragrance. You can watch the latest Johnny Depp video below. With Laurianne Melierre hosting, Depp and Demachy talk about their creative inspirations....

Jokerdirector Todd Phillips has spoken to Joaquin Phoenix about a sequel more than once. The movie became an unexpected blockbuster, grossing over $1 million at the global box office. Any expectations that the director, studio, or Phoenix had were shattered in a matter of weeks. The success came after a wave of negative publicity and worries from comic book fans that Phillips had no idea what he was doing with one of the most iconic villains in history....

Nearly two years after his Marvel Studios blockbusterAvengers: Age of Ultronhit theaters, filmmakerJoss Whedonis jumping ship to Warner Bros. and DC Films. The director is close to finalizing a deal to write, direct and produce a standaloneBatgirlmovie, which will be part of the studio’s DC Extended Universe (DCEU). This new project is said to have originated over the past month, but there hasn’t been any indication regarding where this movie may fit on the studio’s DCEU slate over the next few years....

Avengers: Endgamehad Natasha Romanoff sacrifice her life to save the universe on Vormir. Marvel Cinematic Universe fans were shocked to see the beloved character die, especially since theBlack Widowstandalone movie is on the way. Marvel Studios have not officially announced the project yet, but Scarlett Johansson is already busy shooting the movie in Norway. It is widely believed that the movie is a prequel, but some new images may provide evidence contradicting the original speculation....