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iconic “Matrix” films, which hit theaters between 1999 and 2003.In the fourth movie, 2021’s “The Matrix Resurrections,” the character still appears in the film, sort of – an AI program based on him was played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (“Watchmen”). New stars such as Jonathan Groff also joined the franchise. In April 2024, Warner Bros announced that a fifth “Matrix” movie is in development.

Ed Meza @edmezavar Crowds of filmmakers, producers and actors braved the frigid temperatures on Saturday to attend the Medienboard Berlin-Brandenburg‘s annual outdoor soiree at the riverside Holzmark venue to celebrate Germany’s most successful regional funder and bid farewell to outgoing CEO Kirsten Niehuus, who is stepping down later this year after two decades at the helm. Among the throngs of warmly dressed guests were Volker Schlöndorff, Martin Moszkowicz, Tom Tykwer, Lana Wachowski, Sam Riley, Matthias Schweighöfer, Aaron Altaras, Leo Altaras, Florence Kasumba, Sunnyi Melles, Lars Eidinger, Nicolette Krebitz, Helena Zengel, Kida Khodr Ramadan, Karoline Herfurth, Julia von Heinz, Heike Makatsch, Philippe Bober, Albrecht Schuch, Helena Zengel and Annabelle Mandeng. “It’s been a fun ride,” Niehuus told Variety.

Ed Meza @edmezavar Stars, filmmakers and industry reps gathered at Soho House for Studio Babelsberg’s annual Berlinale bash, celebrating the renowned company’s cinematic legacy and its central role in Germany’s bustling film and TV sector. Recent productions shot at the storied studio, part of the Cinespace Studios group, include Tom Tykwer’s Berlinale opener “The Light” as well as Wes Anderson’s upcoming “The Phoenician Scheme” and Robert Schwentke’s thriller “Control,” starring James McAvoy and Julianne Moore.

Will Smith posted a cryptic message on his Instagram account talking about his connection with the 1999 blockbuster The Matrix. This lead many to believe he is involved with the upcoming sequel, but the truth behind the post is reportedly something entirely different.“In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix” the post begins.

Will Smith took to social today and made everyone think he’s starring in the next Matrix movie in development at Warner Bros.

EXCLUSIVE: Circle of Confusion is no longer, Deadline can exclusively reveal, as the renowned management and production company has rebranded and will now be known as Circle Management and Production.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Warner Bros. is going back to the Matrix. The studio announced that a fifth “Matrix” movie is in development.

The Martian Adapted Screenplay nominee and The Cabin in the Woods filmmaker Drew Goddard has been set to write and direct a new Matrix movie at Warner Bros. with the franchise’s original co-scribe and co-director Lana Wachowski executive producing.

J. Kim Murphy Lilly Wachowski is bound to direct “Trash Mountain,” a queer comedy-drama starring rising comedian and actor Caleb Hearon. The film follows a young gay man living in Chicago who returns to his hometown in Missouri following the death of his hoarder father.

1984, a gift from elder sister Megan. That also informed my thoughts about truth. Protagonist Winston was plagued by truth and untruth, spending his days erasing unpeople’s paper trails at the Ministry of Truth.

K.J. Yossman Jessica Henwick is still riding high from the BAFTA awards when she sits down with Variety to discuss her pivot to writing and directing. Her short film, “Bus Girl,” didn’t win in the Best Live Action Short category on the night but Henwick appears genuinely thrilled simply to have been nominated for the project, which she wrote, directed and starred in. “I really had very low expectations for ‘Bus Girl,’ my first short,” Henwick says. “I did not think it would get into festivals, I certainly didn’t think it would get the BAFTA nomination. I literally just did it because I wanted to see: am I capable or is [directing] a fantasy? Because I didn’t go to film school or drama school. I dropped out of school when I was 16 and I have no formal qualifications at all. So it really was a trial by fire.”

EXCLUSIVE: Talent management firm One Entertainment is joining forces with Talent Management and Production Company Circle of Confusion. The two will merge under Circle’s banner.

The Matrix Resurrections, saying it “wasn’t as good as I hoped it would be”.The actor, who played Morpheus in the original Matrix trilogy, was one of the main stars who was not involved in the fourth outing. Instead, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II played a variation of Morpheus in the sequel, directed by Lana Wachowski.Speaking to Variety at the premiere for Netflix’s The School For Good And Evil on Tuesday (October 18), Fishburne was tentative in his response when asked about the sequel.“It wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be,” Fishburne said.

The Matrix.The show, titled Free Your Mind, will debut in October next year at Manchester arts venue, Factory International. The production is licensed by Warner Bros.

Lisa Rinna showcased her jaw-droppingly svelte figure in kinky barely-there lingerie on her Instagram page this Thursday.The 59-year-old actress, who currently stars on The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills, shot her best smoldering stare at the camera.Fans could have been forgiven for initially thinking she was naked as she struck a pinup pose in her skimpy underwear, which dripped with chains.

Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna plugged one of her famous friends on her Instagram page this week.The 59-year-old reality star slid her enviably svelte frame into a Marc Jacobs sweatsuit and accessorized with a matching hat.Sharpening her unmistakable features with makeup, she pulled an exaggerated pout while striking a pose in her backyard for social media.  Hello, gorgeous: Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna plugged one of her famous friends, Marc Jacobs, on her Instagram page this week'Having a major @themarcjacobs moment,' she captioned, prompting Marc to gush in the comments: 'Always a major LISARINNA moment!' Lisa and Marc have been pals for years, and in 2019 rang in the Fourth Of July by doing 'goat yoga' together at the Chateau Marmont. They were joined on their outing by Marc's husband Char Defrancesco and The Matrix filmmaker Lana Wachowski. 'I've had the BEST WEEK!!!! LIVING MY BEST LIFE!!!! OMG!!!!!! @themarcjacobs @chardefrancesco I ADORE YOU!!!!!!!' Lisa effervesced on her Instagram.  Wow: Lisa and Marc have been pals for years, and in 2019 rang in the Fourth Of July by doing 'goat yoga' together at the Chateau Marmont  As its name somewhat suggests, 'goat yoga' is a class in which goats are allowed to wander among the students as they work through their poses.Lisa's latest post comes less than a week after she rang in her silver wedding anniversary to LA Law actor Harry Hamlin, 70.Posting a throwback snap of her kissing Harry at the altar, she wrote: ''#tbt 25 years ago.

the Hollywood Reporter, although other media outlets were uncertain about her exact age. She died in her New York City home on Wednesday, the NYPD told the Reporter. A cause of death was not given.

USC Annenberg’s Inclusion Initiative released its annual “Inclusion in the Director’s Chair” which analyzes 1,500 top films from 2007 to 2021 for gender and race/ethnicity representation.

The Matrix Resurrections‘ production company Village Roadshow is suing Warner Bros. over the hybrid release of the film.Lana Wachowski’s long-awaited sequel was released in both cinemas and on streaming service HBO Max, as with all of Warner Bros’ other 2021 titles.However, Village Roadshow have now claimed the decision “destroyed any box office chances”, according to The Guardian.“WB’s strategy not only ensured that The Matrix Resurrections would be a bust at the box office, but it also inflicted serious harm to the entire Matrix franchise,” the Village Roadshow lawsuit claims.“There can be no doubt that the abysmal theatrical box office sales figures from The Matrix Resurrections dilute the value of this tent pole franchise as a film’s lack of profitability generally prevents studios from investing in additional sequels and derivative films in the near term.”The film made $37million at the US box office and $153million worldwide, though the budget was around $190million.

Girls Trip alums Jada Pinkett Smith and Queen Latifah will reunite in an upcoming episode of CBS’ The Equalizer.

Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss are back in . Nearly 20 years after Neo first chose the red pill, the newest chapter in his journey is set to begin.