Podcast appearances and mentions of Scarlett Johansson

September is just around the corner and with the start of the new month comes the fall film festival circuit. Taylor Antrim served as a guest host on today's episode and was joined by fellow Vogue editors and cinephiles Liam Hess and Lisa Wong Macabasco. They discussed the slate of fall film festivals ahead. Liam will be attending Venice—the first and most glamorous of the bunch—and then Taylor and Lisa will both be headed to Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) as well as New York Film Festival (NYFF). “We do get the opportunity sometimes to see some of these festival films before they come out in the festivals because they're trying to drum up support from Vogue and other, other outlets,” Taylor explained. As such, they began their conversation by shouting out some of the films they've already had the chance to see. First on that list was the New York centric film Paper Tiger, by James Gray starring Adam Driver, Miles Teller, and Scarlett Johansson. “There's a lot of wigs and suits and accents that are a little over the top,” Lisa noted of the thriller that takes places in Queens, New York in the eighties. After watching the film, Taylor found himself asking his group chats “Is Adam Driver a great actor or not?” The cohort weighed in on this quandary.  They weighed in on All of A Sudden, Ryusuke Hamaguchi's French language debut, Fjord, Cristian Mungiu's legal thriller starring podcast favorite Renate Reinsve and Sebastian Stan,  Hope, an action film starring two-time Vogue cover star Ho-yeon, and Gentle Monster, a vehicle for an incredible performance from Léa Seydoux. In a final lightning round, they each shared the two films they are most excited to see at the festivals. For Liam, he is looking forward to catching Possible Love by Lee Chang-dong and Primetime, a striking portrayal of television host Chris Hansen. Lisa is excited for Bucking Fastard, starring the Mara sisters as twins, and Misty Green, Chris Rock's directorial return promising a commentary about race in Hollywood. Taylor rounded it out with Ink from Danny Boyle, a biographical film about Rupert Murdoch's acquisition of The Sun, and Magazine, an indie pick from Vogue contributor Alexandra Pechman.  Also on today's episode, Chloe is joined by Marley Marius to talk about the big news of the week: the reported return of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to the UK. They also discuss the latest movies they've seen (Paw Patrol for Chloe and Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter for Marley) and which stars they are most excited to see on the Venice red carpet (hint: it starts with Parker and ends with Posey). And they gushed over Margaret Qualley's Chanel barefoot sandals which she rocked at a recent red carpet appearance for The Dog Stars in London. The Run-Through with Vogue is your go-to podcast where fashion meets culture. Hosted by Chloe Malle, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue U.S.; Chioma Nnadi, Head of British Vogue; and Nicole Phelps, Director of Vogue Runway, each episode features the latest fashion news and exclusive designer and celebrity interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if a movie about unlocking the full potential of the human brain also unlocked the full potential of being completely ridiculous? Case and Sam are joined by Renaldy Smith to revisit Lucy, the Scarlett Johansson action-thriller/complete misunderstanding of how the human brain works. Another Pass Full Episode Originally aired: August 24, 2026 Music by Vin Macri and Matt Brogan Podcast Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Another Pass - https://www.certainpov.com/another-pass-podcast   ⏱️ Chapters 00:19 Welcome and Guest Intro 03:05 Initial Thoughts on Lucy 06:16 What Works and What Doesn't 11:26 The Plot of Lucy 12:55 The Movie's Worldbuilding Problems 14:38 The 10% Brain Myth 17:00 Lucy Loses Her Humanity 19:06 Lucy's Transformation 22:49 Time Travel and Visual Effects 24:53 Lucy Becomes Too Powerful 27:24 The Movie Takes Itself Too Seriously 30:47 Lucy's Roommate 34:44 The Bechdel Test 36:42 The Movie's Three-Part Structure 38:02 Limitless Comparison 39:39 Superman and Power Levels 42:02 IV Bags and Drug Logic 43:46 The Drug Dealer Problem 46:42 What Does the Drug Actually Do? 50:55 Giving Lucy a Rival 52:50 The Missing Bigger Villain 54:41 The Horror of the Drug 58:23 The Matrix Comparison 01:02:04 The Cab Driver 01:07:04 What Does Lucy Leave Behind? 01:11:38 Bookstore That Burn Promo 01:12:38 Another Pass Begins 01:14:27 Renaldy's Another Pass 01:18:52 Character Work and Pacing 01:20:28 Choi as a Horror Villain 01:24:52 Sam's Another Pass 01:36:09 Making the Action More Dynamic 01:40:59 Fixing the Final Standoff 01:43:32 Clarifying the Villains 01:50:58 Case's Another Pass 01:55:17 Letting Lucy Discover Her Powers 02:01:06 Final Thoughts 02:01:50 Sam's Chores Rating 02:03:23 Renaldy's Plugs 02:04:52 Sam and Case's Plugs 02:06:46 Patreon Shout-Outs 02:07:55 Next Time: Highlander II 02:08:06 Credits

It's all been building to this...for the first time! On a day unlike any other DJ and Sal have joined forces to go on a journey through the Marvel cinematic universe in the lead-up to AVENGERS DOOMSDAY, and it's time to revisit the first Marvel Studios team-up, AVENGERS! Directed by Joss Whedon and starring Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark/Iron Man, Chris Evans as Steve Rogers/Captain America, Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/Hulk, Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow, Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye, and Tom Hiddleston as Loki, does the debut of Earth's Mightiest Heroes still hold up? Pre-Order DJ's New Comic!⁠⁠ https://dangerboi2.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders⁠⁠More DJ!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/djtalkstrash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Sal! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/comicpopTheme Music by: Steven James SchmidtFor exclusive bonus podcasts like What We're Into, Mutant Academy, and more, check out our Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/OnlyStupidAnswers

Sergio Pérez y Alma Espinosa traen las novedades de streaming: de la nueva película de la musa neoyorquina a la pornografía y aventuras juveniles.

Welcome to Multiverse News, your source for information about all your favorite fictional universes.Marvel Studios appears to have found the leader of its new mutant team, as Deadline reported last week that Heartstopper and Warfare star Kit Connor has landed the role of Scott Summers, better known as Cyclops, in the future MCU X-Men film. Sources say Connor went through much the same process as Samara Weaving, who was attached as Emma Frost the week prior, meeting with Schreier and Marvel president Kevin Feige alongside a group of candidates who tested after the July 4th holiday before the studio settled on him. Neither Marvel nor Connor has confirmed the casting, and the film, written by Beef creator Lee Sung Jin and The Bear co-creator Joanna Calo, still has no release date. Cyclops has been played on screen before by James Marsden and Tye Sheridan, with Marsden set to reprise the role in December's Avengers: Doomsday. Sony and Marvel Studios' Spider-Man: Brand New Day crossed the one-billion-dollar mark overseas in just twelve days of release, making it the second-fastest film ever to reach that number abroad behind Avengers: Endgame. The Destin Daniel Cretton film now stands at $1.67 billion worldwide, split between $654.3 million domestically and $1.013 billion internationally, which makes it the twelfth highest-grossing movie of all time and only the sixteenth ever to clear a billion in foreign markets alone. Universal had a milestone of its own to celebrate, as Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey passed $1.1 billion worldwide to become the highest-grossing film of his career ahead of The Dark Knight Rises, while also becoming the biggest IMAX release ever with $289 million, and it still has China to open on Friday. James Gunn spent part of a Threads session last week putting down one of the most persistent rumors surrounding Matt Reeves' Batman trilogy, telling a fan who asked whether The Batman Part III was being filmed simultaneously with Part II simply, “I can deny.” The theory had gained steam over years of delays, most recently when a redesigned Part II logo appeared to work a Roman numeral III into the artwork, and it offered fans a tidy explanation for why the sequel has taken so long to arrive. In reality, Part II only began principal photography in London in June, and Warner Bros. has already pushed the film from October 2027 to February 18, 2028. Sony and Nintendo's live-action The Legend of Zelda has cast Australian actor Uli Latukefu as Ganondorf under a multi-picture deal, with Severance's Dichen Lachman playing Impa and The Handmaid's Tale's Yvonne Strahovski reported as a queen character. The late Sam Neill also filmed an undisclosed role before his death on July 13, marking one of the final screen performances of his career.Gareth Edwards has exited Universal and Amblin's untitled Jurassic World Rebirth sequel over creative differences, with the studios now searching for a replacement; David Koepp's script is finished and Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali and Jonathan Bailey are all still expected back for a 2027 shoot.A24 released the full trailer for Primetime, the Lance Oppenheim drama that Robert Pattinson produces and stars in as To Catch a Predator host Chris Hansen, in theaters September 25.Lionsgate has confirmed that Michael 2 is targeting a production start toward the end of this year or in early 2027, with the sequel to this year's Michael Jackson biopic aiming for a 2028 release.Lionsgate is also developing a new Leprechaun film written by horror veterans Patrick Melton and Marcus Dunstan, reviving a franchise that ran eight movies between 1993 and 2018.Nicholas Hoult has been cast in season 2 of HBO's Harry Potter series as Gilderoy Lockhart, a major character in The Chamber of Secrets that was portrayed by Kenneth Branagh in the 2002 film adaptation.

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Elbontják a kilátót, amit két éve az Év Kilátójának választottak 10 színészpáros, akik sokszor játszottak közös filmben: imádja őket együtt a közönség! Az Óbudai Gázgyár rákkeltő anyagokkal szennyezett partszakaszával szemben alakították ki a Sziget strandját, de a fesztiválozók nem mehetnek bele a vízbe Kihirdették a CineFest dokfilmes válogatását, egy magyar premier is van köztük Cserhalmi György, Jakab Juli és Reisz Gábor is független vezetést követel az SZFE-nek Pap Dorci lefeküdne a nála 24 évvel idősebb Varga Miklós Joe-val? Így tölti a nyarat Gyurcsány Ferenc az új párjával Így rejtőzik a rajongók elől dr. Katona Szandra "Nem a bokszzsákod vagyok!" – Joe kiabálása kiakasztotta Csengét Jacob Elordi lehet Scarlett Johansson új partnere: Hollywood egyik legizgalmasabb rendezője szemelte ki Bánfalvy Ági 72 évesen is büszke bikinis képeire: "Örülök, hogy a közönség láthat lazán is" A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Elbontják a kilátót, amit két éve az Év Kilátójának választottak 10 színészpáros, akik sokszor játszottak közös filmben: imádja őket együtt a közönség! Az Óbudai Gázgyár rákkeltő anyagokkal szennyezett partszakaszával szemben alakították ki a Sziget strandját, de a fesztiválozók nem mehetnek bele a vízbe Kihirdették a CineFest dokfilmes válogatását, egy magyar premier is van köztük Cserhalmi György, Jakab Juli és Reisz Gábor is független vezetést követel az SZFE-nek Pap Dorci lefeküdne a nála 24 évvel idősebb Varga Miklós Joe-val? Így tölti a nyarat Gyurcsány Ferenc az új párjával Így rejtőzik a rajongók elől dr. Katona Szandra "Nem a bokszzsákod vagyok!" – Joe kiabálása kiakasztotta Csengét Jacob Elordi lehet Scarlett Johansson új partnere: Hollywood egyik legizgalmasabb rendezője szemelte ki Bánfalvy Ági 72 évesen is büszke bikinis képeire: "Örülök, hogy a közönség láthat lazán is" A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Harrison Browne joined me in The Locher Room for an inspiring and deeply honest conversation about a life defined by courage, reinvention, and authenticity.Many viewers recently discovered Harrison as Connors on the hit series Heated Rivalry, but long before stepping in front of the camera, he made history as the first openly transgender professional athlete in North American team sports.Harrison reflected on his groundbreaking hockey career, the difficult decision to retire in order to medically transition, and how he found a new purpose through acting. He shared the surprising story of how Scarlett Johansson unknowingly inspired him to pursue the craft, the discipline it took to succeed in both hockey and acting, and how he landed his role on Heated Rivalry.We also talked about the overwhelming response to the series, his acclaimed short film Pink Light, and why he and his sister, Rachel Browne, wrote Let Us Play: Winning the Battle for Gender Diverse Athletes.Most importantly, Harrison spoke candidly about the misinformation surrounding transgender athletes, what he wishes people understood about the lived experience of being trans, and the meaningful connections he's built with young people and families searching for hope and understanding.Whether you're a fan of Heated Rivalry, interested in sports, or simply appreciate powerful conversations that challenge perspectives, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Jo Ling Kent reports on the affordability crisis and whether or not the American dream of home ownership is still widely attainable. Tracy Smith sits down with actor Scarlett Johansson to talk about her life as founder of The Outset, a skincare business. Nancy Giles heads to Philadelphia to see how artist Stacey Lee Webber literally turns money into art.

Otto Oppenheimer y Normando conversan sobre las últimas novedades en tecnología: la introducción de robots humanoides en aulas de Nueva York (Optio y Real Biotics M‑Series) para apoyar a maestros, y las polémicas sobre vigilancia y prohibiciones de robots chinos, incluidos aspiradores como Roomba. Analizan además el grave problema de los deepfakes y la pornografía de desquite —con casos que afectan incluso a celebridades como Scarlett Johansson— y la discusión legislativa para perseguir a los responsables. También comentan inversiones masivas de Amazon y cambios logísticos en Puerto Rico, y nuevas tecnologías de seguridad escolar como drones con pepper spray y robots incapacitantes. www.ottotecnologia.com 

Fame is fleeting, but legacy is intentional. On today's episode,, we deconstruct the multi-decade careers of industry powerhouses Scarlett Johansson, Viola Davis, Natalie Portman, Kerry Washington, and Mindy Kaling. We dive into the complexities of their journeys, from childhood stardom and high-stakes legal battles to the quiet courage of setting firm personal boundaries. We'll examine how they've successfully navigated fame while staying deeply anchored to their personal values. We're moving beyond the red carpet to uncover their "David vs. Goliath" moments and exploring how these women use their platforms not just for success, but for significant social impact. Join us as we unpack the blueprint for their success, offering you a roadmap to define your own unique power and start building a values-driven legacy today.

Movie of the Year: 2006The Prestige (feat. Kenny McMillan from the Frame and Reference pod!)The Prestige Podcast: Nolan's Obsession with Magic, Ambition, and DeceptionThe Prestige podcast brings one of Christopher Nolan's most intricate achievements to the center of discussion. Released in 2006, The Prestige stands as a masterclass in misdirection—both thematically and narratively. On this episode of the The Prestige podcast, Ryan, Mike, and Greg explore how the film's structure itself becomes a magic trick, with Kenny McMillan from Frame and Reference offering cinematographic insight into Nolan's visual storytelling. This episode of The Prestige podcast examines why The Prestige has aged into a richer, more rewarding experience than initial audiences may have recognized.About The PrestigeThe Prestige follows two rival magicians, Alfred Borden (Christian Bale) and Robert Angier (Hugh Jackman), whose competitive obsession spirals into tragedy and revenge. Set in Victorian London, the film weaves illusion, science, and sacrifice into a narrative that demands multiple viewings. Directed by Christopher Nolan from a screenplay by Jonathan Nolan and David S. Goyer, the film is based on Christopher Priest's 1995 novel. The cast includes Scarlett Johansson as the central illusion Olivia, Michael Caine as the mentor Cutter, and David Bowie in a pivotal role as inventor Nikola Tesla. The film explores the cost of ambition and the blurred line between performance and reality.Nolan and Structure: How The Prestige Podcast Uncovers the Architecture of MisdirectionChristopher Nolan's approach to The Prestige mirrors the film's central conceit: the three-act structure of a magic trick. The exposition sets up the trick, the turning point misdirects the audience, and the prestige reveals the truth. Nolan employs this framework to build narrative tension that rewards attentive viewers. Moreover, the film's editing and pacing function as visual sleight of hand, concealing crucial details in plain sight. The director's command of chronology and revelation transforms structural mechanics into thematic content. Additionally, the cinematography by Hoyte van Hoytema reinforces this architecture through framing choices that obscure as much as they reveal. Consequently, viewers who dismiss the film on first viewing often discover entirely new dimensions upon rewatching—a quality that separates The Prestige from conventional period dramas.Magic and Ambition: The Prestige Podcast Explores the Psychology of ObsessionAt its core, The Prestige interrogates the price of ambition through the lens of performance and sacrifice. The Prestige podcast digs into how both Borden and Angier pursue mastery of the transported man illusion, but their methods diverge fundamentally. Borden's sacrifice is existential; Angier's is technological. The film suggests that true magic—or true achievement of any kind—requires a willingness to lose something irreplaceable. Furthermore, the duality that defines both characters extends beyond performance into identity itself. The film examines what performers owe to their craft and what craft demands of performers. In particular, the female perspective through Olivia complicates the male rivalry at the narrative's center. Meanwhile, the film positions Nikola Tesla as the ultimate embodiment of ambition unmoored from morality, a cautionary figure whose genius destabilizes the rules governing the Victorian world.Twins: Doubling, Duality, and DeceptionThe Prestige operates through systematic doubling. Twin magicians, a transported man illusion that exploits identical performers, and the fundamental duality of Christian Bale's Alfred Borden structure the film's central mystery. The screenplay leverages the audience's familiarity with magic mechanics—particularly the "double" as a common trick device—to guide viewers toward false conclusions. Meanwhile, the film treats twinning not merely as plot mechanism but as philosophical premise. Both main characters pursue versions of themselves that are more successful, more admired, or more powerful than their authentic selves. Additionally, the Tesla machine introduces a horrifying literalization of doubling: what happens when your double is not your collaborator but your replacement? The film's treatment of identity as something that can be split, cloned, or discarded raises questions about the self that persist long after the final reveal.Mount Rushmore: Scandals of '96The Taste Buds rank the most shameful, embarrassing, or otherwise scandalous cinematic moments of 1996. Though The Prestige arrived a decade later, the conversation extends naturally to the ethical compromises and moral failings embedded in the film itself. Both Borden and Angier engage in forms of deception that approach criminality. The death of a stage assistant, the exploitation of Olivia, and the casual cruelty with which both men pursue victory constitute a catalog of wrongs that the film neither excuses nor entirely condemns. This section invites listeners to debate the film's moral landscape and the extent to which audience sympathy with these characters implicates us in their misconduct.Shopping Spree: The Best of 2006 CinemaThe Shopping Spree segment celebrates the feast of cinema that 2006 offered. The Prestige competes in a year alongside Little Miss Sunshine, The Devil Wears Prada, Brick, and Tristram Shandy: A Cock and Bull Story. The conversation weighs Nolan's technical and narrative ambition against the year's other standouts, examining what makes 2006 a genuinely competitive year for the tournament. Furthermore, the panelists consider which films have endured most meaningfully and which have faded in critical esteem over two decades. Notably, The Prestige has sustained and even deepened its reputation as audiences have grown more sophisticated about Nolan's structural innovations.Why The Prestige Podcast Resonates: What Makes This Film EndureTwenty years after its release, The Prestige remains relevant because it articulates anxieties about technology, identity, and performance that have only intensified. The film's treatment of the Tesla machine as a science-fiction intrusion into a historical setting prefigures contemporary concerns about artificial consciousness and the ethics of duplication. Beyond its formal brilliance, the film speaks to the human capacity for self-deception and the stories we tell ourselves to justify our ambitions. Additionally, Nolan's commitment to practical effects and in-camera illusions—a philosophy that runs through his career—makes The Prestige feel increasingly precious in an age of digital manipulation. The film argues, implicitly, that authentic magic resides not in technological wizardry but in the human desire to believe. Ultimately, The Prestige endures because it demands intellectual engagement while delivering emotional and sensory satisfaction—a balance that few contemporary films achieve. This is precisely why the Prestige podcast episode deepens with each listen, revealing new dimensions in both the film and its broader cultural significance.Related Episodes from Movie of the Year: 20062006 Intro Part 1: Bracket RevealTristram Shandy: A Cock and Bull StoryBrick2006 Mixtape Part IThe Puffy ChairThe Devil Wears PradaLittle Miss SunshineAll Movie of the Year EpisodesGuest Panelist: Kenny McMillanKenny McMillan is the host and producer of Frame and Reference, a cinematography podcast featuring long-form, unstructured conversations with working cinematographers about their craft, influences, and current projects. Through Frame and Reference, McMillan has interviewed leading cinematographers working across film and television, exploring how visual storytelling shapes narrative impact. His deep engagement with cinematographic practice brings technical expertise and artistic sensibility to film discussion. McMillan's work on the podcast has established him as a thoughtful voice in cinematography education and criticism, emphasizing the collaborative relationship between director and cinematographer. His perspective on Nolan's visual strategy in The Prestige—particularly Hoyte van Hoytema's contributions to the film's...

Fame is fleeting, but legacy is intentional. On today's episode,, we deconstruct the multi-decade careers of industry powerhouses Scarlett Johansson, Viola Davis, Natalie Portman, Kerry Washington, and Mindy Kaling. We dive into the complexities of their journeys, from childhood stardom and high-stakes legal battles to the quiet courage of setting firm personal boundaries. We'll examine how they've successfully navigated fame while staying deeply anchored to their personal values. We're moving beyond the red carpet to uncover their "David vs. Goliath" moments and exploring how these women use their platforms not just for success, but for significant social impact. Join us as we unpack the blueprint for their success, offering you a roadmap to define your own unique power and start building a values-driven legacy today.

Conan O'Brien explains on his podcast that slicked-back “greasy” hair came from rubbing oil into a sunburned scalp after attending the outdoor Obama Museum opening, where others like Stephen Colbert and David Letterman got badly burned. The show also covers Seth Meyers mocking President Trump's World Cup-related comments and joking about a “hex” at MetLife Stadium, and Jimmy Kimmel telling Variety his ratings improved after news of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert ending, while inviting Colbert to guest host (he declined). Other items include Kimmel promoting Celebrity Millionaire with Colin Jost and Michael Che, Jost discussing pronouncing Scarlett Johansson, an AGT Howie Mandel impersonator getting buzzed off, comedian Bob Marley's campfire accident, promotion of LiveOne's Weekly Comedy Thing, and Just for Laughs Montreal highlights including Mae Martin recording a Netflix special and coverage of the Nasty Show and Culture Show.00:30 Conan Hair Mystery01:51 Seth Meyers vs Trump03:22 Kimmel on Colbert03:48 Celebrity Millionaire Bits04:23 Jost Pronounces Johansson05:31 Fake Howie on AGT06:22 Bob Marley Catches Fire07:38 Poolside Podcast Chaos08:33 Weekly Comedy Thing Plug09:32 Just for Laughs Wrap09:56 Nasty Show Highlights11:00 Culture Show Lineup11:44 Summer Sunday SignoffBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.  Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. 

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This time on Another Pass, Case and Sam are joined by Cly from Point in Progress to revisit Black Widow. They talk Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh, the Red Room, dysfunctional found family, the ghost of the Winter Soldier, the problem with Taskmaster, and how the movie could have done more to reframe Natasha's sacrifice in Endgame. Another Pass Full Episode Originally aired: July 24, 2026 Music by Vin Macri and Matt Brogan Podcast Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Another Pass - https://www.certainpov.com/another-pass-podcast ⏱️ YouTube Chapters 00:30 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:58 Initial Thoughts on Black Widow 03:27 Taskmaster 10:58 The Red Room Problem 12:31 Natasha's Ledger 14:36 Why This Movie Came Too Late 17:25 Yelena and Natasha 21:45 The Midquel Problem 29:25 The Widow Ending 37:09 The Widows as Soldiers 42:19 Red Guardian 47:23 Melina 51:17 The Winter Soldier's Absence 01:01:50 Marvel's Four-Quadrant Problem 01:06:24 The Accents 01:09:34 Fun and Games Promo 01:10:36 Another Pass Begins 01:11:43 Cly's Another Pass 01:17:50 Yelena and the Widows 01:19:42 Replacing Taskmaster 01:21:20 Sam's Another Pass 01:28:56 Natasha as a Leader 01:30:36 Blip and Post-Credits Fixes 01:32:22 Melina, Trauma, and Structure 01:36:48 Final Thoughts 01:41:14 Cly's Plugs 01:45:21 Sam and Case's Plugs 01:47:12 Patreon Shout-Outs 01:48:58 Next Time: Highlander II 01:49:09 Credits

20+ years of friendship and real talk. Nyomi sits down with multimedia filmmaker and producer Treagen Kier to discuss his evolution in entertainment and film production.From working in entertainment to creating films on a budget, Treagen breaks down his approach to filmmaking, creative storytelling, and building a career across multiple platforms. Discussions include his work with actors, low-budget film production ($1200 budget for Black Shadows), film distribution (Tubi, Netflix), and his dream collaborations.PLUS: Bullet Proof Soul premiere event happening THIS SUNDAY (July 26) at Belair Theater in Detroit - a red carpet networking event featuring the film premiere.KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED:✓ 20+ year friendship & real history✓ Film production & creative vision✓ Low-budget filmmaking ($1200 production budget for Black Shadows)✓ Working with actors & creative direction✓ "Two people in a room" filming concept (inspired by Malcolm and Marie, Samuel Jackson's Sunset Unlimited)✓ Film distribution (Tubi, Netflix agency connections)✓ Character development & casting choices✓ Dream cast for future projects✓ Bullet Proof Soul premiere details✓ Being consumer-driven in creative work✓ Staying ahead in the entertainment industry✓ Film as a business✓ Networking and red carpet eventsGUEST INFORMATION:TREAGEN KIERFilmmaker, Producer, Creative DirectorInstagram: @treagenkierstudios20+ year friend of Nyomi BanksKnown for work in entertainment and film productionFEATURED PROJECTS:BLACK SHADOWS- Low-budget thriller/sketch film- Shot for $1,200- Two-person-in-a-room concept- Available on Tubi- Generated significant attention from distributors- Garnered interest from Netflix preferred agencyQUEEN OF KINGS- Available on Tubi- Featured work by Treagen KierBULLET PROOF SOUL (NEW RELEASE)Film Premiere: SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026 • 7:00 PMLocation: Belair TheaterAddress: 10100 East Eight Mile Road, Detroit, MichiganFormat: Red carpet event + networking mixer + film premiereDress Code: WhiteTickets: Available for purchaseContact: Say "Nyomi sent me" for special offerTreagen's dream cast for future projects includes: Zoe Saldana, Scarlett Johansson, Brad Pitt, Chris HemsworthSPONSORS & LINKS:ELEVATE ME APPSelf-discovery coaching platform by Nyomi Banks7-day free trial, no credit card requiredStudio.com/nyomiFour phases of guided meditations and workbooks on healing & self-loveWE-VIBEPremium intimate wellness products for couples & individualsSelf-pleasure as self-discoveryLink in episode notesCode: Ask NyomiGOLIGut health & energy support productsApple Cider Vinegar & energy supplementsCode: AskNyomiWebsite: goli.comHELLO ICEStatement jewelry piecesSummer sale specials:- Buy 1 Get 1 Free (Code: FREE)- Buy 2 Get 2 Free (Code: B2G2)Website: helloice.comKEY QUOTES:="Everything was consumer-driven. If they didn't want it, I'm not going to make it."— Treagen Kier"Self-love ain't never rough. Thursday after Thursday, we keep showing up for you."— From BTG Theme"Just let them act. Put them in a room, here's a scenario, here's a script, go."— Treagen Kier on his filmmaking approach"You never see a poor man with an expensive cigar."— Quote from Bullet Proof Soul trailerHOW TO FIND TREAGEN:Instagram: @treagenkierstudiosTubi: Search "Black Shadows" or "Queen of Kings"Upcoming: Netflix agency connections in developmentCORE MESSAGE:Real friendship and creative vision. Treagen Kier discusses his journey in entertainment and film production, emphasizing that staying true to what your audience wants is key to success. Low budgets don't limit creativity - they require innovation.Bullet Proof Soul represents the culmination of years of work and vision coming to life.================================================================================RESOURCES & LINKS:================================================================================

(airdate: 7.23.26) Adam Driver is making headlines as new behind-the-scenes stories from Girls continue making waves, Colin Jost is proving once again that being married to Scarlett Johansson comes with plenty of laughs, and Kelly Clarkson has fans buzzing as she looks ahead to life after daytime TV. Voted 6th Best Entertainment News Podcast! Because being #1 is soooo overrated. And @HalleBerry Listen to the daily Van Camp and Morgan radio show at: https://vancampandmorgan.com/stations buy us a coffee    

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On today's episode, we discuss Spain's 2-0 defeat over France to advance the to the World Cup Final, Jordan Walker's Home Run Derby win the NBA's investigation into more possible cap circumventing efforts by the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, and Conor McGregor's knee injury and loss to Max Holloway. We'll also discuss the latest rumors regarding casting Adam Driver as Magneto for Marvel Studios, Scarlett Johansson as Poison Ivy in The Batman: Part II, and Xolo Maridueña reprising his role as Blue Beatle in "Man of Tomorrow" Watch "40 Days & Counting" hosted by EJ Stewart LIVE every Tuesday at 6pm & Friday at 8am Eastern on YouTube, X, BZZR and Instagram!

It should be no secret by now to our loyal listeners that Sam and I disagree— a lot. Thankfully we have the kind of love and respect for each other that's endured many decades since we were but younglings. Sam had to persuade me with ingratiating smiles and a pocketful of Scooby Snacks to get me to watch this film. It's not that I'm an AI “hater” but, much like Samantha, the AI character in this film (and voiced wonderfully by Scarlett Johansson) who confesses she might be in love with 632 people simultaneously —it's complicated. I just can't envision a future where AI achieves, at least in a humanistic sense, consciousness. Maybe that's where I struggle. We humans have a tendency to anthropomorphize. Right now I look at AI as a helpful tool, much like the “Camera Lucida” of 19th century illustrators. It can help build the framework, but the details, the execution, the art of creation still depends on human collaboration. Can AI evolve to fill the void of human loneliness? That remains to be seen, and when and if that day comes, I hope that we can be wise and generous enough to build a positive, autonomous, and symbiotic relationship with AI that will be healthy for both halves of the relationship.—BethCue generic and friendly yet slightly ominous baritone voiceover: In a World not so different from our own...well, Spike Jonze almost called it in his nearly prophetic film *Her* (2013). AI is a contentious subject. Gemini, Claude, Open AI, Deep Think, errr, Replika? Whatever you feel about AI, the genie is out of the bottle. Code it, coddle it, marry it or ignore it. It's here and your feelings (prompts) receive lightning fast answers to your deepest questions. Sure, the answers are based on probabilistic reasoning, but wait a month. *Her* delivers a world where your chatbot just might end up being your best friend or rebound girlfriend. This film pushes past its release date of 2013 and lands as real mind food in 2026. Come for the sublime cinematography, but stay for the deeper questions that will keep you up late at night. Sam 1.0—SamEpisode links:“Can AI Think? Debunking AI Limitations” https://youtu.be/CB7NNsI27ks?is=0APWF7BW0Ixg9QKo“Her: Love In the Modern Age” https://youtu.be/ZSfUcWw9zto?is=2_b2G9Dm4L9q0FpU“Production Designer K.K. Barrett on Creating Her's Beautiful Future” https://www.motionpictures.org/2013/12/production-designer-k-k-barrett-on-creating-hers-beautiful-future/The work of Rinko Kawauchi https://rinkokawauchi.com/

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Kristian Harloff breaks down the biggest movie news stories of the day, including Disney's latest box office disappointment as reports suggest the live-action **Moana** could lose the studio as much as **$125 million**. What went wrong, and what does this mean for Disney's future strategy with live-action remakes? Kristian analyzes the numbers and the growing trend surrounding major studio releases. The show also reflects on the career and legacy of **Sam Neill** following reports of the beloved actor's passing at age 78. Known for iconic roles in **Jurassic Park**, **Event Horizon**, **The Hunt for Red October**, and countless other films, Sam Neill leaves behind an extraordinary legacy in cinema. Plus, **Michael** becomes the latest box office phenomenon by crossing **$1 billion** worldwide, a surprising new rumor claims **Scarlett Johansson** has been cast in **The Batman Part II** in an unexpected role, and newly revealed concept art showcases the darker vision for David S. Goyer's canceled **Masters of the Universe** movie. Stories For Today: * Moana Could Lose Disney $125 Million * Michael Makes $1 Billion & Box Office History * Actor Sam Neill Has Died At 78 * Rumor: Scarlett Johansson's The Batman Part II Role Has Been Revealed * Masters Of The Universe Concept Art Reveals Unused Darker Designs For David S. Goyer's Scrapped Movie Today's episode covers the latest developments from across Hollywood, from Disney's ongoing box office struggles to one of the year's biggest theatrical success stories with **Michael**. Kristian also pays tribute to **Sam Neill** and discusses the actor's lasting impact on generations of movie fans. The show wraps up with exciting DC rumors surrounding **The Batman Part II** and a fascinating look at what could have been with the canceled **Masters of the Universe** film. If you're a fan of DC, Batman, Disney, Jurassic Park, Marvel, Masters of the Universe, or the latest movie news, this episode is for you.

We're building up to The Odyssey and this week we're talking about another Christopher Nolan literary adaptation with The Prestige. We talk about magic tricks that are essentially the same, the true purpose of Scarlett Johansson, and magicians making fun of comedians. WESTERN CANADA. See host Andrew Ivimey will be performing in Victoria, BC, Sept 10 - Vancouver, BC, Sept 15 - Winnipeg, MB, Sept 18

ARE YOU WATCHING CLOSELY? As the journey toward Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey continues, Tara Erickson, Jackie Bonsignore & Paige Kimsey experience The Prestige (2006) for the first time, reacting to one of Nolan's most mind-bending and emotionally devastating films. From the unforgettable rivalry between two magicians, Tesla's mysterious machine, and the jaw-dropping twists to the film's haunting ending, this The Prestige reaction is packed with theories, surprises, and unforgettable reveals. Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/REJECTS #sponsored The Prestige Reaction (Full Length Watch Along):   / thereelrejects   In this The Prestige movie reaction, The Prestige full movie reaction, and review, Tara, Jackie & Paige react to Christopher Nolan's (Inception, Oppenheimer) psychological thriller starring Christian Bale as Alfred Borden (The Dark Knight Trilogy, Ford v Ferrari), Hugh Jackman as Robert Angier (Logan, Les Misérables), Michael Caine as Cutter (The Dark Knight Trilogy, Interstellar), Scarlett Johansson as Olivia Wenscombe (Black Widow, Marriage Story), Rebecca Hall as Sarah Borden (The Town, Godzilla x Kong), Piper Perabo as Julia McCullough (Yellowstone, Coyote Ugly), and David Bowie as Nikola Tesla (Labyrinth, The Man Who Fell to Earth). From "The Pledge, The Turn, and The Prestige" to the diary deception, Tesla's incredible invention, the shocking final reveal, and one of Christopher Nolan's greatest endings, Tara, Jackie & Paige discuss why The Prestige remains one of Nolan's most brilliantly constructed films and how it continues to surprise audiences nearly two decades later. Follow Jackie Bonsignore: https://www.instagram.com/jackiebonsignore/ Follow Paige Kimsey https://www.instagram.com/paige.popcorn?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Último episodio de la temporada, pero tranquilidad, que el cine seguirá todo el verano con Elio Castro y con estrenos tan esperados como 'La Odisea', que ya ha empezado su gigantesca campaña de promoción. Por ahora, repasamos las mejores películas de esta mitad del año y comentamos los últimos estrenos, como el innecesario remake en acción real de 'Vaiana', el debut en la dirección de Scarlett Johansson, la película de animación que rescata la historia de los exiliados españoles durante la Guerra Civil o 'Las corrientes', la sugerente propuesta de la argentina Milagros Mumenthaler. En televisión, también aprovechamos para hacer balance de los títulos que han marcado la temporada y las nominaciones a los Emmys.

Chef Zipora Einav is an internationally recognized celebrity chef with a distinguished global career. She has served elite clients including Mariah Carey, Pierce Brosnan, Jack Nicholson, Bob Hope, Seal, and Scarlett Johansson, and has been a guest chef at some of the world's most prestigious hotels, including the Ritz Paris, Ritz-Carlton Singapore, Four Seasons Tokyo, Hyatt Regency Munich, and Claridge's London. A sought-after media presence, she has been featured on international radio and television.Raised in Netanya, Israel, Zipora served as an officer in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), bringing discipline and leadership into her professional journey. After building a seven-figure culinary career, she has transitioned her passion toward wellness. Today, she is an enthusiastic affiliate with Vital Health Global, dedicated to reconnecting people to nature and helping restore balance within the body.Contact Zipora Elinav:zipora@chefzipora.com480-776-7499Dr. Kimberley LinertSpeaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral OptometristEvent Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com702.256.9199Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator PodcastAvailable on...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platformsAuthor of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life"Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cmTOMwWebsite: https://linktr.ee/DrKimberleyLinertThe Great Discovery eLearning platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/kimberleyl

In a career spanning four decades, Dame Kristin Scott Thomas has become one of Britain's most celebrated actors: Four Weddings and a Funeral, The English Patient, The Horse Whisperer, Tell No One and Slow Horses, alongside acclaimed stage work including her Olivier‑winning performance in The Seagull. Yet her path was far from straightforward: discouraged at drama school, she moved to Paris as an au pair and rebuilt her training from scratch. Her childhood had already been shaped by profound loss after the deaths of her father and stepfather in near‑identical accidents. She has now channelled these experiences into her directorial debut, My Mother's Wedding, which she also co‑wrote and stars in, alongside Scarlett Johansson, Sienna Miller and Emily Beecham. We talk about her early grief, the emotional armour she built as a teenager, the chaotic experience of filming with Prince, making My Mother's Wedding, the power of women writing women, her unforgettable Fleabag monologue and the joy and clarity she has found in her 60s. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Intro 03:15 Reclaiming a Tragic Narrative 04:59 Joy in her 60s 06:22 Co Writing With Her Husband 07:03 Animation and Childhood Memory 09:07 Casting and Creative Reunions 12:23 Failure One: Prince Film Debut 17:06 Fame Theater and Radical Roles 24:09 Under the Cherry Moon Lessons 25:28 Failure Two: Teenage Grief 26:24 Childhood Losses 27:58 Eldest Sibling Burden 28:37 Acting Through Sadness 29:59 English Patient Reflections 33:19 Four Weddings Role 36:39 Therapy and Healing 43:41 Grief Advice and Faith 45:45 Football and Identity 49:16 Aging and Gratitude

The barrier to making your first film has never been lower, and this episode breaks down exactly how to start. In Part 2 of his conversation with host Gregg Goldfarb, filmmaker Steve Dabal pulls back the curtain on how his documentary Italian Wannabe came together: shot largely on a phone, edited by hand from terabytes of footage, and finished through community crowdfunding. Steve makes the case that you don't need a perfect subject or a big budget to begin. You need a story you care about and the willingness to start filming. From the free tools that turn a phone into a cinema camera, to why short films are the best reps a beginner can get, to how AI is quietly reshaping what independent filmmakers can afford, Steve offers a grounded look at the craft and the business of documentary work today, and why "make the thing" matters far more than worrying about how it will be received.   Join Gregg and Steve on Cut to the Chase as they explore: How to shoot a documentary for $0 using just an iPhone and free apps  Why the story "reveals itself" and how to start before you know the ending  Why short films are the best training ground for first-time filmmakers  The realistic path to a finished film: rough cuts, community, and crowdfunding  How AI is changing the cost of color, graphics, and finishing work  Why the festival system favors certain films, and how feel-good stories find their audience What comes after festivals: roadshows, screenings-with-dinners, and t-urning a film into an event    KEY MOMENTS 00:00 — Cold open: which films "climb the ladder"  00:01 — You've got a story and an iPhone — what do you actually need? 00:02 — The Blackmagic app: turning a phone into a cinema camera 00:03 — "Just start filming" — 14 terabytes and finding the story 00:04 — Do you really need a great subject to begin? 00:06 — Making the thing vs. releasing the thing 00:07 — Why short films are the best reps for beginners 00:09 — The money question: what $0 can (and can't) get you 00:10 — Rough cuts, honest feedback & the freelance colorist 00:12 — Spend $0 first, then crowdfund the finish 00:13 — AI and YouTube: best or worst time to start? 00:14 — Handmade stop-motion vs. AI temp graphics 00:15 — Inside the festival world: programmers & blind submissions 00:17 — Pairing screenings with dinners to build community 00:18 — What's next: roadshows, AI outreach & the film-as-event 00:21 — Closing: stop chasing the checklist — just make the thing    Steve Dabal is an Italian-American director, cinematographer, and editor with a deep VFX background and a focus on non-fiction storytelling. As co-founder and Creative Director of The Family, a New York-based production house, he has interviewed subjects ranging from Scarlett Johansson and Fortune 500 CEOs to war veterans and 9/11 survivors. His work has screened at SXSW, the New York Film Festival, and internationally. Italian Wannabe is his debut feature documentary. The film sold out five screenings at the 2026 Palm Springs International Film Festival and was also an official selection at the Berkshire International Film Festival. The film was directed, shot, and edited by Dabal, and produced with The Family in association with Current Mindset.    RESOURCES MENTIONED: Learn more about Italian Wannabe and follow the film's festival and pop-up screening tour Learn more about Fiore Market Cafe, chef Bill Disselhorst's legendary South Pasadena restaurant, one of America's Top 100 restaurants Learn more about the village of Casperia, Italy — one hour north of Rome — featured throughout the documentary Learn more about The Family, Steve Dabal's New York-based production company Follow the Italian Wannabe pop-up screening tour to find a screening near you   Want to hear more conversations about life, law, and the stories that matter? Subscribe to Cut to the Chase: with Gregg Goldfarb.   Want to stay updated on our latest podcasts? Subscribe to Cut to the Chase: Podcast Newsletter for monthly podcast releases and the latest legal news: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/KqDopgE

Welcome to Multiverse News, your source for information about all your favorite fictional universes.While it may come as no surprise, the biggest Marvel news this week is still just as exciting as it is obvious with the revelation that Chris Evans will indeed appear in Secret Wars. While not officially confirmed by Marvel, the news broke via a social media post from March 26, that is just now gaining notice, with the actor himself telling Instagram user @comicconmomsi, "I can tell you that...I start work on the next one in a couple of months, I can tell you that," in a video message. That tracks with the projected August production starting date for Secret Wars we've discussed previously.While rumors and speculation are typically not our forte here, the rumor mill surrounding The Batman II cast warrants some attention. In May, we discussed headlines from sources like Variety and The Wrap that seemingly confirmed Sebastian Stan had been cast as Harvey Dent, as he had long been rumored to be, with Scarlett Johansson and Charles Dance announced as Dent's wife and father, respectively. In hindsight, those headlines resulted from Matt Reeve's social media post where he confirmed and welcomed a number of actors as part of the film but did not actually reveal any roles. In the last week, industry insider Jeff Sneider has suggested that his sources claim that Stan will instead play Victor Zsasz and Brian Tyree Henry is set to portray Harvey. Steven Spielberg has returned to the blockbuster arena for the first time in eight years with Disclosure Day, his UFO sci-fi thriller starring Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor, which opened to approximately $44 million domestically and $93.9 million globally, making it his biggest opening weekend ever for an original film. Meanwhile, Obsession continues its extraordinary run, adding another $19 million in week five for a domestic total of $188.3 million. Spielberg's $115 million production earned strong reviews and a B CinemaScore.Sony has released the trailer for The Social Reckoning, Aaron Sorkin's sequel to The Social Network. Jeremy Strong stars as Mark Zuckerberg alongside Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White, and Bill Burr. The film opens October 9.Peter Sarsgaard has joined the Season 3 cast of HBO's The Last of Us in a recurring role. He will play an original character named Amon, one of the leaders of the Seraphites. Production is currently on a planned hiatus to accommodate World Cup matches filming in Vancouver.It: Welcome to Derry writer Jason Fuchs has been tapped to write a new untitled Transformers script for Paramount and Hasbro.Channing Tatum, Jonah Hill, and Ice Cube are in talks to return for 24 Jump Street at Sony Pictures, reuniting most of the original production team.Apple TV+ has renewed horror comedy Widow's Bay for a second season ahead of its season finale this week, and has signed creator Katie Dippold to a multiyear overall deal.Jason Momoa has made clear he has no interest in a PG-13 Lobo solo movie. In an interview with Collider, he said if he makes a standalone Lobo film, it will be rated R, full stop, though he's open to appearing in ensemble DCU projects in the meantime.Peter Serafinowicz has been cast as Peeves the Poltergeist in HBO's Harry Potter series.Anya Taylor-Joy has joined the cast of the upcoming Lord of the Rings prequel The Hunt for Gollum, playing an elf character named Seren.Marvel Comics will publish a one-shot crossover this September titled The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe, celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Muppet Show by teaming Muppets characters with iconic Marvel heroes.Mark Hamill is joining Peacock's Twisted Metal for Season 3 in a recurring role, playing the father of Sweet Tooth.Chris Sanders, co-creator and co-director of the original Lilo & Stitch animated film, will direct Disney's live-action sequel Lilo & Stitch 2. Shooting is expected to begin later this year.

On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Shannon McClung talk the breaking news that Sebastian Stan is Victor Zsasz and Bryan Tyree Henry is Harvey Dent in The Batman Part 2. They also speculate who Scarlett Johansson and Charles Dance are playing and what it means that The Penguin is not coming back for a Season 2. They also talk the news that 24 Jump Street is a go with Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum and Ice Cube coming back, George Miller wants one more Mad Max film and TV series before giving it up and the trailers for The Social Reckoning, Whalefall, Gatto, and Heart of the Beast. Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The John Rocha Channel below. #DC #Superman #backrooms #obsession #jamesgunn #manoftomorrow #johnrocha #michaelvogel #shannonmcclung #thegeekbuddies ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 INTRO AND RUNDOWN 2:35 24 Jump Street is a Go with Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum and Ice Cube 12:32 George Miller Wants One More Mad Max Film and TV Series 20:42 The Social Reckoning, Whalefall, Gatto, and Heart of the Beast Trailers Talk 47:39 Reports That Sebastian Stan is Victor Zsasz, Bryan Tyree Henry is Harvey Dent in Batman II FOLLOW THE GEEK BUDDIES: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geek_Buddies Follow John Rocha: https://twitter.com/TheRochaSays​​​​​ Follow Michael Vogel: https://twitter.com/mktoon Follow Shannon McClung: https://twitter.com/Shannon_McClung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_geek_bu... ____________________________________________________________________________________