Cannes Film Festival isn’t just a hub of red carpet premieres, champagne-drenched parties, and stars, stars, stars. It’s also a vibrant locus of dealmaking, with studio executives, agents and filmmakers descending on the Riviera to secure financing for their upcoming projects or to find a distributor for their latest movies. The 2023 edition is playing host to several compelling packages and potential awards contenders that could spark heated bidding wars. Here are 11 films that could leave buyers reaching for the espresso instead of the rosé as they engage in all-night battles to land the next big thing. Cast: Sean Penn, Tye Sheridan, Katherine Waterston, Michael Pitt, Mike TysonDirector: Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire Agency: CAA, WMEWhy Buyers Care: Penn and Sheridan have crackling chemistry as disgruntled mentor and doe-eyed mentee in the edge-of-your-seat thriller, which takes audiences into the often harrowing, always intense reality for paramedics in New York City. A gentle warning, though, that “Black Flies” isn’t for the squeamish. Expect plenty of blood, disturbing and graphic injuries, extreme violence…and a lot of yelling.
Dave Bautista and Zoe Saldaña Are Done With Marvel, but Chris Pratt Isn’t: Playing Star Lord ‘Would Be Strange’ Without James Gunn, but ‘I Would Do It’
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Zack Sharf Digital News Director With the release of “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” comes the end of James Gunn’s tenure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The filmmaker is exiting the MCU after directing three “Guardians” movies and is moving on to his new full-time job as the co-head of DC Studios, where he’s building a new DC Universe across film, television and video games that includes a Superman movie he’s writing and directing. Gunn’s “Guardians” cast members Zoe Saldaña and Dave Bautista have already gone on record saying they’re exiting Marvel along with Gunn following the release of “Guardians Vol. 3.” Chris Pratt, who has headlined the “Guardians” franchise as Star Lord, is a different story. Speaking to Total Film magazine, Pratt said he would continue to play the character as long as Marvel honors what Gunn started.
“It would be strange to continue [Star Lord’s] story without James,” Pratt said. “He’s done such a masterful job in the first three films. We really found the voice of Peter Quill together and without him, obviously, I would never have had this opportunity. He writes it, he directs it, he dreams up the music, it’s his imagination on screen. So, to continue to tell the story, it would really be important to honor what he’s done in the first three films and to honor what the fans have grown to love about the character and not simply do it because people might show up to pay for it, you know?” Pratt continued, “I don’t want to be cynical in the approach and if that’s the case, I just wouldn’t do it at all. So maybe down the road if something makes sense I would do it but it would really have to check a lot of the right boxes.” Pratt already has experience playing Star Lord for directors who
Dave Bautista to Star in Lionsgate Action Comedy ‘The Killer’s Game’
Lionsgate announced on Monday that it has acquired the worldwide distribution rights to “The Killer’s Game,” an action comedy starring Dave Bautista and directed by JJ Perry. Based on Jay Bonansinga’s novel of the same name, “The Killer’s Game” will see Bautista play Joe Flood, an assassin recently diagnosed with a terminal and painful illness who, determined to not suffer a slow, painful death, orders a hit on himself…only to find out that he was misdiagnosed and is healthy. Mad Chance’s Andrew Lazar and Endurance Media’s Steve Richards will produce, with Endurance Media financing.
Dave Bautista Set For Lionsgate Action Comedy ‘The Killer’s Game’; ‘Day Shift’s JJ Perry Directing, With Studio To Launch Sales At Cannes
Lionsgate has taken worldwide rights to The Killer’s Game, an action comedy package that has Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3) set to star and JJ Perry (Day Shift) aboard to direct. The studio will launch sales at the Cannes Film Festival, which kicks off tomorrow.
'Guardians of the Galaxy' star Chris Pratt says being criticized for his faith is 'nothing new'
Movie star Chris Pratt will not apologize for being a man of faith, acknowledging that the scrutiny he has received in the past for being outspoken in his beliefs is not of concern. While at a screening for his upcoming film "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.
Chris Pratt mistakenly thought James Gunn fashioned his body double doll as a sex toy
Guardians Of The Galaxy body double doll as a sex toy.The actor, who has played superhero Peter Quill/Star-Lord in the three Guardians films since 2014, got confused while being interviewed alongside director Gunn in promotion of the latest installment, Guardians Of The Galaxy: Volume 3.Gunn revealed to IGN that a clip showing Quill (Pratt) in the arms of Nebula (Karen Gillan) is actually a body double. “That body is not really Chris Pratt.
Chris Pratt open to playing Star-Lord again following James Gunn’s departure from MCU
Chris Pratt has said he is open to keep playing Star-Lord following James Gunn‘s departure from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Following the release of Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3, Pratt’s co-stars Zoe Saldana and Dave Bautista confirmed that they would not return for future Marvel projects.Pratt, however, has said that he will continue to play Star-Lord as long as Marvel honour what Gunn started.“It would be strange to continue [Star-Lord’s] story without James,” Pratt told Total Film.
Zoe Saldana’s Net Worth Is Impressive But She’s Far From MCUs Highest-Paid Actor
Amazing box office-approved flicks such as the Guardians of the Galaxy movies and the Avatar movies have us obsessed with Zoe Saldana’s net worth and craving a minute by the virtual water cooler to show off our newly found facts.
Chris Pratt Responds to That Star-Lord End Credits Moment in 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3' (Exclusive)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is undoubtedly the end of an era. The James Gunn-directed trilogy signed off with an emotional adventure that united the team of intergalactic misfits to save one of their own, before the Guardians made the decision to go their separate ways — with a new team suiting up to help protect the galaxy.But, is it really the end?Following the end credits, which see Chris Pratt's Peter Quill returning to Earth to reconnect with his grandfather, the typical Marvel title card appears, promising, «The Amazing Star-Lord will return.»So, what does this mean? When asked about the moment at the premiere in New York City, Pratt seemed to choose his words carefully. «Well, this is the last time these Guardians of the Galaxy will be on screen together,» he explained.
Chris Pratt Shares The Surprising Childhood Incident That Made Him Want To Act
It’s the end of the road for James Gunn‘s “Guardians of the Galaxy”. The final film of the Marvel trilogy opens in theatres on Friday, and stars Chris Pratt, Karen Gillan and Pom Klementieff are spilling the tea before they go out with a bang.
Nicole Kidman and Zoe Saldaña Take No Prisoners in CIA Drama 'Special Ops: Lioness': See Photos
Nicole Kidman and Zoe Saldaña star in Taylor Sheridan's upcoming espionage series, (formerly ), and Paramount+ has released official photos.Based on a real-life program, the series follows Cruz Manuelos (Laysla De Oliveira), a rough-around-the-edges but passionate young Marine recruited to join the Lioness Engagement Team to help bring down a terrorist organization from within.Saldaña plays Joe, the station chief of the Lioness program tasked with training, managing and leading her female undercover operatives. Kidman plays Kaitlyn Meade, the CIA’s senior supervisor who has had a long career of playing the politics game.Saldaña, Kidman and De Oliveira will be joined by Morgan Freeman in the cast, along with Dave Annable, Jill Wagner, LaMonica Garrett, James Jordan, Austin Hébert, Jonah Wharton, Stephanie Nur, Hannah Love Lanier and Michael Kelly. Saldaña and Kidman will also serve as executive producers, alongside Sheridan, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Wagner, Geyer Kosinski, Michael Malone and John Hillcoat.was first announced in February 2022 with Saldaña tapped as the series lead.
‘Special Ops: Lioness’: First Look At Nicole Kidman-Zoë Saldana Spy Series
Paramount+ has just debuted a first look at “Special Ops: Lioness”, also revealing the new title for the drama that had previously been titled simply “Lioness”.
Chris Pratt Reveals ‘Easter Egg’ About Nude Guitar-Playing Scene On ‘The O.C.’
Chris Pratt is looking back to his first nude scene.
‘Special Ops: Lioness’: First Look At Nicole Kidman, Zoe Saldaña, Laysla De Oliveira & More In Taylor Sheridan’s CIA Drama Series
Paramount+ has released first-look photos and an official title for Taylor Sheridan’s upcoming espionage thriller Special Ops: Lioness (fka Lioness), starring Nicole Kidman, Zoe Saldaña, Laysla De Oliveira and Morgan Freeman.
‘Cooler’: Dave Bautista Bouncer Actioner At The Cannes Market From ‘Hotel Artemis’ Director Drew Pearce
With the start of the 2023 Cannes Film Festival now only two weeks away, sales at the Cannes Market this year begin to trickle out. And there’s already been some intriguing movies announced for the market already, like “Andorra,” “One For The Money,” and “The Invite.” Add another to the list: Deadline reports that FilmNation has an action thriller starring Dave Bautista for sale on the Croisette this year titled “Cooler.” “Hotel Artemis” director Drew Pearce is on board to direct.
FilmNation’s Infrared To Launch Sales For Dave Bautista Bouncer Action Thriller ‘Cooler’ From Drew Pearce
EXCLUSIVE: Drew Pearce’s upcoming action thriller, Cooler, starring Dave Bautista, which we first told you about, is launching sales at the Cannes Market, we hear from sources.
Anna Faris, Dave Bautista & Chloe Coleman Wrap Filming on 'My Spy' Sequel in Venice
Anna Faris gets animated as she appears to be singing on a boat while filming for the My Spy sequel on Tuesday (May 2) in Venice, Italy.
Chris Pratt Reveals ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy’ Cast Will Stay In Touch Via Group Text After Franchise Comes To An End
The “Guardians of the Galaxy” franchise is set to end with its third and final movie, but the cast’s group text isn’t going anywhere.
‘Special Ops: Lioness’: Zoe Saldaña & Nicole Kidman Headline Taylor Sheridan’s Upcoming Spy Series On Paramount+ This Summer
With “Yellowstone” and its many spinoffs, Taylor Sheridan is one of the buzziest filmmakers in Hollywood right now. So buzzy, in fact, that Zoe Saldaña balked at Sheridan’s proposition for her to star in his upcoming series “Special Ops: Lioness.” That’s not something to expect from an actress who stars in some of the world’s most lucractive blockbusters.
Chris Pratt Reveals Arnold Schwarzenegger's Cute Grandpa Name, Reacts to His Praise (Exclusive)
Chris Pratt is sharing the grandpa name his famous father-in-law, Arnold Schwarzenegger, goes by.The 43-year-old Marvel star is dad to 2-year-old Lyla and almost 1-year-old daughter Eloise with wife Katherine Schwarzenegger, and 10-year-old son Jack with his ex-wife, Anna Faris.Pratt spoke with ET at the New York premiere of his film, on Wednesday night, where he opened up about Arnold's praise for the new film and shared the grandpa name the star uses.«Isn't that so nice? Arnold, Opa, Arnold we call him, he came to the premiere,» Pratt told ET. «And yeah, he was so nice to give me love and support on his social media.
Zoe Saldana's Character Gamora Was Almost Killed Off Of 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2'
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 could’ve looked a lot different, according to James Gunn.