The world premiere of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is here!
06.03.2024 - 23:15 / justjared.com
The Karate Kid cast is steadily growing.
Sony Pictures’ latest installment of its classic martial arts coming-of-age franchise has already found its lead star and romantic lead, as well as some very iconic cameos from the original movies.
Plot details are being kept under wraps, but the new installment will bring the story to the East Coast and focus on a teen from China who finds strength and direction via martial arts and a tough but wise mentor or two, via THR.
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The world premiere of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is here!
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Variety Lounge at the 2024 Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) emerged as a dynamic hub of creativity and insight. The studio played host to a series of illuminating interviews featuring prominent figures in the global film industry including European filmmaker Cristiano Bortone, producer and co-founder of boutique studio S11 Partners Ltd.
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Katcy Stephan Ming-Na Wen has joined the cast of Sony’s new “Karate Kid” film. Previously announced cast members include “American Born Chinese” star Ben Wang in the titular role, plus Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, who will reprise their characters from previous entries in the franchise. Joshua Jackson and Sadie Stanley will also star.
The Karate Kid cast is steadily growing.
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