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EXCLUSIVE: Searchlight’s absurdist genre comedy The Menu got off to a promising start with $1M+ in Thursday night previews, we hear. That number is up there with recent comps such as Barbarian, which did $850K on its Thursday night before a $10.5M opening, and The Northman, another Anya Taylor-Joy movie, which posted $1.35M before a $12.2M start.

 

Super Mario Bros. alum John Leguizamo has criticized the casting of Chris Pratt in The Super Mario Bros. Movie.The 62-year-old actor, who portrayed the role of Luigi in the 1993 live-action film, spoke with Indiewire Tuesday on the topic of the animated movie that is due in theaters next year.He questioned why filmmakers would go 'backwards' in not casting an actor of color into one of the roles of Mario and Luigi in placing Pratt, 43, and Charlie Day, 46, in the titular roles.

Anya Taylor-Joy was the epitome of elegance while attending the screening of her new film, The Menu, in New York City on Sunday.The actress, 26, stunned in a simple form-fitting silk black dress that clung to her physique at the event, which took place at the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Robin Williams Center.She was joined by her co-stars Nicholas Hoult, 32, Judith Light, 73, Hong Chau, 43, and John Leguizamo, 62. Elegant: Anya Taylor-Joy was the epitome of elegance while attending the screening of her new film, The Menu, in New York City on SundayThe American-born British entertainer wore her long blonde tresses parted in the middle and halfway pinned back.

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John Leguizamo criticized the upcoming "Super Mario" remake for lack of diversity in the movie's casting. In a since-deleted tweet he wrote, "So glad #SuperMarioBros is getting a reboot! Obviously, it's iconic enuff [sic]. " "But too bad they went all white! No Latinx in the leads! Groundbreaking colour-blind casting in original! Plus I'm the only one who knows how to make this movie work script-wise!" he added. Leguizamo also shared photos of himself playing Luigi and Bob Hoskins as Mario in the original film, which was released in 1993.

At New York Comic-Con today, attendees finally got a look at Illumination Animation/Universal’s The Super Mario Bros Movie, which features the voices of Chris Pratt as Mario, Charlie Day as Luigi, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Jack Black as Bowser, Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong and Keegan-Michael Key as Toad.

David Harbour suits up as Santa Claus in the brand new trailer for Violent Night.

The first official trailer for the upcoming movie Violent Night, starring David Harbour, was released on Wednesday.In it the 47-year-old Stranger Things actor embodies a version of Santa Claus never seen before as he goes head-to-head with a group of mercenaries.Universal's action-comedy also features seasoned actor John Leguizamo as the main antagonist. Coming soon: The first official trailer for the upcoming movie Violent Night, starring David Harbour, was released on Wednesday The two-minute-long teaser opens with a white-gloved, red-leather-jacketed Harbour as Santa slamming an empty glass down on a bar.He lets out a satisfied belch as a concerned female bartender asks him, 'You ain't driving, are you?' 'I steer a little but the reindeer do most of the work,' he replies charmingly before another costumed Santa Claus nearby chimes in, 'This is my fourth year as Santa.

Violent Night – check out the first trailer below.The actor, best known for roles in Stranger Things and Marvel’s Black Widow, takes on a weary, vengeful version of Saint Nick in the action-comedy directed by Tommy Wirkola (Dead Snow, Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters).A synopsis reads: “When a team of mercenaries breaks into a wealthy family compound on Christmas Eve, taking everyone inside hostage, the team isn’t prepared for a surprise combatant: Santa Claus is on the grounds, and he’s about to show why this Nick is no saint.”Violent Night is written by Patrick Casey and Josh Miller (Sonic The Hedgehog), and also stars John Leguizamo (Carlito’s Way) as leader of the mercenaries, Ben, and Beverly D’Angelo (American History X) as the matriarch, Gertrude.The film is produced by 87North, the production company founded by director David Leitch and Kelly McCormick, which has previously worked on action films Nobody and Bullet Train starring Brad Pitt.The film is set to have its world premiere at New York Comic Con on October 7. It will be released in cinemas worldwide on December 2, 2022.Harbour is set to star in a film adaptation of the PlayStation racing game series Gran Turismo, helmed by director Neill Blomkamp (District 9, Elysium).

This, as one of the surprised bad guys says in this new Violent Night trailer, is not your typical mall Santa.

Katie Reul editor David Harbour is boosting his resume as a badass in the first trailer for “Violent Night,” a holiday thriller featuring the “Stranger Things” star as Santa Claus. Under the direction of Norwegian filmmaker Tommy Wirkola, Harbour plays a grizzlier, more rueful version of Kris Kringle, who is anything but jolly in the trailer. On Christmas Eve, (Not-So) Saint Nick encounters a family being held hostage by a team of mercenaries and is forced to take matters into his own hands. Harbour is joined by an ensemble that includes Cam Gigandet, Beverly D’Angelo and John Leguizamo. The script was penned by Pat Casey and Josh Miller, who previously wrote the first and second live-action “Sonic the Hedgehog” movies.

William Earl One of the biggest crowdpleasers of the Toronto International Film Festival has arrived. “The Menu,” a high-class horror comedy written by Seth Reiss and Will Tracy and directed by Mark Mylod, held its rollicking world premiere at the Royal Alexandra Theatre on Saturday. Mylod, the in-demand TV director who has helmed key episodes of “Game of Thrones,” “Shameless” and “Succession,” leaned on the satirical world of the latter series in this black comedy lampooning fine dining, foodie culture and the ultra-rich. Anya Taylor-Joy continues her scene-stealing career as Margot, a cuisine novice who agrees to join obnoxious Tyler (Nicholas Hoult, as infuriating and pathetic as he is on “The Great”) at a hyper-expensive, once-in-a-lifetime meal prepared by the intimidating and legendary Chef Slowik (a devilish Ralph Fiennes) at his private island restaurant. Although the menu is rumored to be legendary, there is, of course, more in store for the diners than meets the eye.

Alec Baldwin has reportedly secured his first acting job since the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins.The 30 Rock star, 64, is at the centre of an investigation after a gun he was holding went off and shot and killed cinematographer Hutchins.Hutchins died in late 2021, with Baldwin insisting he is not responsible for the mum-of-one’s death.He recently issued a cryptic comment stating ‘everybody who was there… know exactly who’s to blame.’An FBI report suggested the prop weapons ‘could not be made to fire without a pull of the trigger,’ however, Baldwin disputes this and has consistently denied doing so.Baldwin has taken part in multiple emotional interviews since Hutchins’ death where he touched on how his career has suffered since the shooting.However it appears the actor is getting back on track as he is reported to be heading to Broadway for a new play.According to The New York Post, Baldwin plans to return to acting with a starring role in the play Art, by Yasmina Reza.It’s reported that the actor’s first role since the tragedy will see him star alongside Tony Shalhoub and John Leguizamo, while former Matilda stage director and Tony winner Matthew Warchus will direct.A source reportedly told the outlet that Art will open at a Shubert theater in the spring, however a producer has not yet been signed on for the project.They added that the Creative Artists Agency is currently ‘auditioning’ New York producers.Art would be Baldwin’s first major Broadway appearance since Orphans in 2013; he previously won a Tony for his role in 1992’s A Streetcar Named Desire.Baldwin recently described the coverage surrounding Hutchins’ death, and the slow progress of the investigation, as ‘troublesome’.He told US journalist Chris Cuomo on

Alec Baldwin, 64, is hoping for a career bounce back in the wake of the fatal Rust shooting and will head to Broadway next spring.The embattled star is set to take to the stage in a new adaptation of the play Art, alongside Tony Shalhoub and John Leguizamo, the New York Post reported on Tuesday.Baldwin has admitted previously that he's struggled to find work since the Rust incident which claimed the life of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins last fall. He is currently at the center of a police investigation into the fatality.  Comeback? Alec Baldwin , 64, is hoping for a career bounce back in the wake of the fatal Rust shooting and will head to Broadway next spring (Alec pictured with wife Hilaria in April)The revival of Art - an art-world comedy play set in Paris - is expected to open sometime in the spring and already has a venue lined up, the Post said.Matthew Warchus will return as director for the second time after overseeing the initial run of the Tony winning show in 1998.  In a recent interview with CNN, Baldwin admitted that he's had a very hard time finding and keeping work since the Rust shooting.'I got fired from another job yesterday,' he told the outlet.

the tragic “Rust” shooting last year, will star in a revival of the play “Art” by Yasmina Reza.The 64-year-old will be joined by heavy hitters Tony Shalhoub (“The Band’s Visit”) and John Leguizamo (“Latin History for Morons”), while Tony winner Matthew Warchus (“Matilda”), who first staged the acclaimed comedy on the Great White Way back in 1998, has signed on as director. “Art” will likely open in the spring at a Shubert theater. (The production has been promised a house by the Shubert Organization.)The Post has reached out to reps for Baldwin, Shalhoub, Leguizamo and Warchus for comment. The show marks Baldwin’s first job since the fatal 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during filming of the indie movie “Rust” in New Mexico, which occurred while Baldwin was holding an on-set gun loaded with live ammunition that went off. New Mexico’s Office of the Medical Investigator concluded this month that the shooting was an accident, and Baldwin claimed he did not pull the trigger.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter Toni Collette and Josh Charles have signed on for roles in the Amazon series “The Power,” Variety has learned. Collette (“Hereditary,” “The Staircase”) takes over the role previously held by Leslie Mann, who departed the show when production was delayed due to the pandemic. Charles (“We Own This City,” “The Good Wife”) will play the part previously held by Tim Robbins, who himself took over the role from Rainn Wilson. In addition, Raelle Tucker (“Jessica Jones,” “True Blood”) has joined “The Power” as executive producer and showrunner. Her role on the show is part of an overall deal she has signed with Amazon.

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The brand-new trailer for the upcoming horror-comedy flick “The Menu” is here.

Daily Lowdown podcast from HELLO! Today, we're talking about Lady Gaga fans being shocked after an item was thrown on stage during her recent gig, and rapper Skepta opening up about his recent health battle.  MORE: The Daily Lowdown: Taylor Swift files motion in copyright lawsuitNot only that, the Golden Globes are due to return to its usual format in 2023.

The first trailer for The Menu has debuted online and it’s promising a big mystery thriller in store!