‘F9’ Set For Cannes Film Festival Beach Screening Ahead Of French Release

Irina Shayk, Emily Ratajkowski, and Gigi Hadid each attended the Michael Kors NYFW show on Tuesday.The three supermodels, 36, 30, and 26 respectively, all arrived to Terminal 5 showing off their individual sense of fashion.Irina was dressed in green underneath a long, brown coat; Emily opted for jeans; and Gigi sported brown Dr. Marten boots.

Britney Spears made her acting debut opposite Zoe Saldana and Taryn Manning in the coming-of-age film Crossroads, which hit theaterson February 15, 2002.And on its 20th anniversary, director Tamra Davis spoke toVarietyabout working with the 40-year-old singer, who hoped the role would allow her to 'take control' of her image and go in a mature direction.Davis, 60, recalled meeting Spears for the first time in a Las Vegas hotel suite where the star greeted her in just 'a little T-shirt and underwear' and admitted to getting 'hammered' the night before.She also dished on Spears' then-boyfriend Justin Timberlake, 41, spending a lot of time on set of Crossroads and how he was 'so supportive' of the Toxic hitmaker. Looking back: On the 20th anniversary of Crossroads, director Tamra Davis recalled to Variety what it was like working with Britney Spears, who hoped the role would allow her to 'take control' of her image and take it in a more mature direction; Spears pictured in 2002Davis commenced the interview by admitting that she originally did not want to direct the film after learning that it would be starring Spears in the leading role.'At first, I said no.

The catalog of SpongeBob SquarePants content is about to get a whole lot bigger.Three new spin-off movies are making their way to Paramount+ and another film will receive a theatrical release, Deadlinereported.The spin-off films will center around different residents of the titular sea sponge's hometown Bikini Bottom. The first of three will premiere in 2023.

Chris Pine is currently in talks with Paramount to return to the role of Captain James T. Kirk in an upcoming Star Trek film.The 41-year-old actor is the first member of the cast who has been approached to join the sequel, which is expected to start production in late 2022, Deadline reported on Tuesday.Pine was last at the helm of the USS Enterprise for the 2016 movie Star Trek Beyond, which ended up underperforming at the box office.

Three-time American Idol contestant David Willis was arrested last Friday for drug possession, TMZreported.The singer was pulled over by police in Lake County, Florida because of a malfunctioning headlight.Upon being pulled over, the outlet reported that officers could 'smell marijuana billowing from the car and proceeded to search the vehicle.' Booked:Three-time American Idol contestant David Willis was arrested last Friday for drug possession, TMZ reportedPolice said they found a grinder and squares of aper which later tested positive for the hallucinogenic substance LSD. Officers also said that Willis admitted to smoking marijuana with a friend before getting behind the wheel but also claimed that the LSD was not his.Willis was arrested and processed on possession of a controlled substance which is a third-degree felony.

With nearly two months left until Sonic the Hedgehog 2 hits theaters, Paramount is already expanding the franchise in a big way.The studio announced the news at Viacom Investor event on Tuesday, with Paramount CEO Brian Robbins delivering the news (via Deadline).The studio also announced that they are teaming with original Sonic the Hedgehog video game developer Sega to develop a live-action Sonic TV series featuring Knuckles from the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 2, with Idris Elba returning. Expanding:With nearly two months left until Sonic the Hedgehog 2 hits theaters, Paramount is already expanding the franchise in a big way Knuckles:The studio also announced that they are teaming with original Sonic the Hedgehog video game developer Sega to develop a live-action Sonic TV series featuring Knuckles from the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 2, with Idris Elba returning'We are delighted to announce that the third Sonic theatrical film and the first live-action Sonic series for Paramount+ are being actively developed,' saidSega CEO Haruki Satomi.'We’ve got a remarkable partnership with Paramount, and we are excited to continue expanding the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise with them,' he added.

Kandi Burruss received the break she deserved.The Real Housewives of Atlanta vet shared pictures with her nearly 10 million Instagram followers of a trip her husband, Todd Tucker, surprised her with for Valentine's Day.'My hubby is taking me on a surprise trip! A quick get away is just what we needed. I love you,' she said, tagging her husband and adding red heart emoji.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent“F9,” the latest installment of Universal’s action-packed “Fast & Furious” franchise, is the teased “planetary blockbuster” heading to the Cannes Film Festival, Variety has learned.Starring Vin Diesel, John Cena and Michelle Rodriguez, the highly anticipated movie is already a major international B.O. milestone, having grossed over $250 million worldwide, including $203 million in China (as of June 6).

live event with the Cannes Film Festival’s President, Pierre Lescure, and the festival’s General Delegate, Thierry Frémaux.The #Cannes2021 #OfficialSelection’s announcement is over, thank you for following us! While waiting for the Opening Ceremony on July 6, find the Festival news and press kit on https://t.co/IosEnqkXv7.

While it seemed like yesterday’s announcement of the lineup for the 2021 Cannes Film Festival couldn’t have been better, festival boss Thierry Fremaux has since revealed that a wider range of movies could have joined the rostra of major titles premiering on the Croisette – and they’re not, because of Netflix.

After Covid put paid to the 2020 edition of Cannes, festival chief Thierry Frémaux yesterday was finally able to announce a lineup of movies that will play to audiences on the Riviera. We spoke to the veteran curator about the ongoing Covid challenge, this year’s strong lineup, the ones that got away and surprises still to come.

Elsa Keslassy International CorrespondentCannes Film Festival’s chief Thierry Fremaux was in a cheerful mood when he announced his sprawling Official Selection during Thursday’s press conference at the Normandie Theater in Paris. Not only because it was the first live event in many months, but most importantly because in spite of all the ups and downs caused by the ongoing pandemic, this year’s lineup is strong, appealing and surprising.

Peter Debruge Chief Film CriticCannes is back — or so the festival organizers are insisting, announcing an official selection that’s bigger and more bullish than the (pre-pandemic) 2019 edition, boasting new films from Wes Anderson (“The French Dispatch”), Sean Penn (“Black Flag”) and Oliver Stone (“JFK: Through the Looking Glass”), to name three Americans from among a host of tantalizing international talents.Festival topper Thierry Frémaux unveiled a staggering 65 titles at Thursday’s early-morning announcement — which is 20% more than the 54-movie lineup of two years earlier.

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Thierry Frémaux and Cannes President Pierre Lescure spent a portion of this morning’s press conference addressing issues related to France’s current Covid restrictions which have sown confusion, particularly for attendees traveling from the UK.

Netflix remains out in the cold when it comes to the Cannes lineup.

Refresh for latest…: A year after they unveiled the lineup for what would have been the 73rd Cannes Film Festival, the organization’s President Pierre Lescure and General Delegate Thierry Frémaux are back on stage at Paris’ UGC Normandie cinema this morning to reveal the Official Selection for the 74th edition. (Scroll down for the full list as we update live.)

Cannes Film Festival as the world’s preeminent showcase plans its returns, announcing an official selection which Variety has learned is packed with big-name auteurs and many notable female directors.The lineup is being unveiled announced by Thierry Frémaux, the artistic director and general delegate, and Pierre Lescure, the festival’s president, convene the much anticipated press conference to announce this year’s lineup after being forced to cancel the 2020 edition on account of the pandemic.The venue is familiar  — the Normandie Theater on the Champs-Élysées is the usual spot for the Cannes presser, usually jam-packed with journalists — although the large number of empty seats is a testament to the ongoing pandemic.

The Cannes Film Festival will unveil its Official Selection lineup for the 74th edition on Thursday, June 3 at 11 a.m. Paris time (2 a.m. PT/5 a.m. ET). The press conference will stream live from the UGC Normandie cinema on the Champs-Elysées.

Gallery: In space no one can hear you scream! 10 reasons why Alien is better than Aliens (BANG Showbiz)"I am flattered that Cannes thought of me and I am very honoured to be able to share a few words of wisdom or tell an adventure or two with a new generation of filmmakers. " Festival President Pierre Lescure added: "Jodie Foster has provided us with an amazing gift by coming to celebrate the return of the Festival on the Croisette.

Cannes Film Festival’s head of press Aïda Belloulid has departed the fest to take up a new role as PR Manager at Netflix France.