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Donnie Yen responds to petition calling for his removal from the Oscars - www.nme.com - China - Hong Kong - city Hong Kong
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31.03.2023

Donnie Yen responds to petition calling for his removal from the Oscars

Oscars due to his support of the Chinese government.The Hong Kong actor presented the award for best song at the Oscars earlier this month (March 12). Prior to the event, a petition was set up by activist Tong Wai-hung, claiming the actor’s involvement in the show “shows contempt for the people of Hong Kong” and that his presence will “damage the image and reputation of the film industry”.The petition, which accrued over 110,000 signatures, emerged following an interview with Yen where he doubled down on his opposition to the 2019 pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.“It wasn’t a protest, ok, it was a riot,” the actor told GQ. “I’m not going to be here talking about how to change how people feel about it.

Hong Kong’s Once Mighty Film Industry Grapples With Changing Market & Political Realities - deadline.com - China - Hong Kong - city Hong Kong
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11.03.2024

Hong Kong’s Once Mighty Film Industry Grapples With Changing Market & Political Realities

As Filmart gets underway, Hong Kong’s major production companies, including Edko Films, Emperor Motion Pictures (EMP), Media Asia, One Cool Group and Universe Entertainment, will be unveiling their new titles in enormous booths at the front of the trade show floor, some of which will be as elaborate as film sets.

‘Kill Boksoon’ Filmmaker Byun Sung-Hyun Signs With Independent Artist Group - deadline.com - Britain - Spain - Brazil - New Zealand - Canada - South Korea - Germany - Vietnam - Berlin - Hong Kong - Taiwan
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08.08.2023

‘Kill Boksoon’ Filmmaker Byun Sung-Hyun Signs With Independent Artist Group

EXCLUSIVE: Following the powerhouse Netflix launch of his latest feature, the action thriller Kill Boksoon, Byun Sung-Hyun has signed with Independent Artist Group for representation.

'John Wick' Film Franchise Crosses $1 Billion Mark at Box Office - www.justjared.com - Japan - Chad
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20.05.2023

'John Wick' Film Franchise Crosses $1 Billion Mark at Box Office

The John Wick movie franchise has officially reached the billion mark!

‘John Wick’ Franchise Crosses $1B Worldwide Box Office - deadline.com - Japan - Chad - city Sanada
deadline.com
19.05.2023

‘John Wick’ Franchise Crosses $1B Worldwide Box Office

Fueled by the strong performance of John Wick: Chapter 4, Lionsgate’s John Wick franchise has crossed the $1B mark at the worldwide box office. The Keanu Reeves-led series’ total take to date now stands at $1,011,319,297 global.

Signature Entertainment Acquires UK & Ireland Rights To Donnie Yen Action Pic ‘Sakra’ - deadline.com - Britain - China - USA - Ireland - Hong Kong - city Hong Kong
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10.05.2023

Signature Entertainment Acquires UK & Ireland Rights To Donnie Yen Action Pic ‘Sakra’

EXCLUSIVE: Signature Entertainment has snapped up rights for the UK and Ireland to Hong Kong-China action picture Sakra, directed by and starring Donnie Yen, from Well Go USA. 

‘X-Men’ And ‘Watchmen’ Scribe David Hayter Signs With APA - deadline.com
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17.04.2023

‘X-Men’ And ‘Watchmen’ Scribe David Hayter Signs With APA

EXCLUSIVE: APA has announced its signing of David Hayter, the award-winning screenwriter, actor, director and producer best known for scripting films that have pulled in well over $1B at the worldwide box office.

Donnie Yen criticises Quentin Tarantino for “cartoonish” Bruce Lee depiction - www.nme.com - China - USA
nme.com
28.03.2023

Donnie Yen criticises Quentin Tarantino for “cartoonish” Bruce Lee depiction

Donnie Yen has claimed that Quentin Tarantino made Bruce Lee “cartoonish” in his film, Once Upon A Time In… Hollywood.Indeed, John Wick: Chapter 4 star Yen has said that there was nothing flattering about Tarantino’s version of the deceased Enter The Dragon star on-screen in 2019 movie. The movie may have been an Oscar winner, but Mike Moh’s depiction of Lee cast the Jeet Kune Do master as being pompous on set – and getting beaten up by Brad Pitt’s Cliff Booth.“Everybody is entitled to their opinions.

Donnie Yen Calls Quentin Tarantino’s Depiction Of Bruce Lee In ‘Once Upon A Time’ “Cartoonish”: “He Was Making Fun Of Bruce” - theplaylist.net - Hollywood - county Lee
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28.03.2023

Donnie Yen Calls Quentin Tarantino’s Depiction Of Bruce Lee In ‘Once Upon A Time’ “Cartoonish”: “He Was Making Fun Of Bruce”

After the release of Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood,” there was quite a bit of controversy surrounding the filmmaker’s depiction of Bruce Lee. In the film, you may remember, it’s shown that Brad Pitt’s character is able to beat up Lee in a fairly quick manner.

Donnie Yen Talks ‘John Wick 4,’ a Possible Caine Spin-Off and Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Cartoonish’ Bruce Lee Depiction - variety.com - Spain - China - Hollywood - India - Hong Kong - city Hong Kong
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27.03.2023

Donnie Yen Talks ‘John Wick 4,’ a Possible Caine Spin-Off and Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Cartoonish’ Bruce Lee Depiction

Tatiana Siegel On a chilly Oscars eve, Donnie Yen has just returned from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, where he was rehearsing for the Academy Awards along with a slew of fellow global superstar presenters like Spain’s Antonio Banderas and India’s Deepika Padukone. The “John Wick: Chapter 4” scene-stealer, who hails from southern China, feels good about how the following night might unfold, namely for his friend and Hong Kong neighbor Michelle Yeoh. Her victory and that of “Everything Everywhere All at Once” would be a landmark moment for Asian representation, he says.  “I’ve known her for more than 20 years, and that’s one of the reasons I’m here — to support her and share in a possible historical moment,” he says of his “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny” co-star. “And ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ has a lot of Chinese language and it talks about the Chinese heritage, which I find out has been so accepted and embraced here. So, that really warmed my heart. I’m sure hoping for Michelle.” 

‘John Wick’ Franchise Director Chad Stahelski On Permanently Retiring Keanu Reeves’ Hitman & Why Academy Must Add Stunts To Oscars Categories - deadline.com - Chad - county Reeves - city Sanada
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24.03.2023

‘John Wick’ Franchise Director Chad Stahelski On Permanently Retiring Keanu Reeves’ Hitman & Why Academy Must Add Stunts To Oscars Categories

Chad Stahelski and then partner David Leitch came from the area of martial arts and stunts, and made their mark choreographing huge stunt sequences and directed second unit for many films before getting the shot at steering a franchise with John Wick. Leitch went his own way and Stahelski remained welded to Keanu Reeves in one of most fascinating director-star relationships that concludes with John Wick 4, the final installment of a sleeper action-heavy hit that grew into blockbuster status as each film grew in ambition and box office grosses. The most fantastical gun violence Hollywood has brought since The Matrix films has only been part of it, as are the close combat brawls, knife, sword fights and car crashes that left Wick bloodied but undaunted. For their fourth and likely final time out, Stahelski and Reeves added iconic Asian action heroes Donnie Yen and Hiroyuki Sanada to ramp things up even further. Here, Stahelski breaks down why the franchise’s mythological underpinnings was its secret weapon, how they pulled off an endless string of eye-popping action sequences — 14 in the finale — for much less than a pricey romcom and why stunt professionals deserve Oscar recognition as much as any other category. Getting that recognition for his bruised and battered brethren might be his next production.

‘Sakra’ Trailer: Donnie Yen’s New Wuxia Film Hits Theaters On April 14, On Digital On April 18 - theplaylist.net - China - USA
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23.03.2023

‘Sakra’ Trailer: Donnie Yen’s New Wuxia Film Hits Theaters On April 14, On Digital On April 18

Actor and martial artist Dannie Yen has big biggest stateside release this weekend when “John Wick: Chapter 4” hits theaters everywhere. But US audiences may not realize just how prolific Yen is in the Chinese film industry.

‘John Wick 4’ Star Scott Adkins Says His Performance Was Inspired by ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’ - thewrap.com - Germany - Chad - city Sanada
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23.03.2023

‘John Wick 4’ Star Scott Adkins Says His Performance Was Inspired by ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’

The “John Wick” franchise has a reputation for razzle-dazzle filmmaking and serving as demo reels for some of the world’s finest – or at least most promising – action movie stars. “John Wick: Chapter 4” is no exception, with Donnie Yen taking center stage alongside franchise star Keanu Reeves, as Hiroyuki Sanada and Marko Zaror lend prestige and support.

‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ Review: Action Cinema At Its Finest, The Franchise Reaches A New High - theplaylist.net - Chad
theplaylist.net
14.03.2023

‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ Review: Action Cinema At Its Finest, The Franchise Reaches A New High

From the first frame, “John Wick: Chapter 4” punches so hard you feel it. Keanu Reeves returns as the titular character who is trying to earn his freedom. In order to do that, he has to defeat the High Table, who are hunting him.

Watch the 2023 Oscars Red Carpet Livestream - thewrap.com - Jordan - county Butler - county Banks - county Harrison - county Ford - county Bandera
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13.03.2023

Watch the 2023 Oscars Red Carpet Livestream

Oscars are here, and the red carpet is underway. Er, make that the champagne carpet. Indeed, the Academy mixed things up this year and eschewed the traditional red tones for a champagne-colored carpet, but one thing remains the same: the nominees are looking terrific.If you’re wondering how to watch the Oscars red carpet, you can see all the goings-on in the livestream video embedded above.

Glenn Close Won't Present at 2023 Oscars After Testing Positive for COVID-19 - www.etonline.com - Jordan - county Banks - city Tehran
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13.03.2023

Glenn Close Won't Present at 2023 Oscars After Testing Positive for COVID-19

Glenn Close will no longer attend the 95th annual Academy Awards. On Sunday, the 75-year-old's rep confirmed that she contracted COVID-19, and will miss the ceremony.«She was very much looking forward to taking part in the show,» Close's publicist told CBS News in a statement.

SXSW Nabs ‘John Wick 4’ for Secret Screening Slot - variety.com - London - Texas - Chad - Berlin - city Sanada
variety.com
10.03.2023

SXSW Nabs ‘John Wick 4’ for Secret Screening Slot

Matt Donnelly Senior Film Writer John Wick is battling his way to Austin, Texas. The fourth installment in Keanu Reeves’ runaway hit franchise has the honor of being this year’s “secret screening” at the SXSW Film Festival, multiple sources told Variety. The film will show next week on the ground in Texas at a major venue, the sources added. Distributor Lionsgate and SXSW Film Festival organizers would not comment on this story, most likely trying to preserve the fan experience. One source added that digital marketing will come into play with how and when lucky guests nab tickets to the screening.

‘John Wick: Chapter 4′ hailed as “one of the greatest action movies ever made” as critics gush over Keanu Reeves’ return - www.nme.com
nme.com
09.03.2023

‘John Wick: Chapter 4′ hailed as “one of the greatest action movies ever made” as critics gush over Keanu Reeves’ return

Keanu Reeves‘ return in John Wick: Chapter 4 is already garnering rave reviews – and it hasn’t even officially hit the screen officially.The highly-anticipated fourth instalment in the film has already been called “phenomenal”, “epic”, and “one of the greatest action movies ever made”. Indeed, Reeves’ turn as Baba Yaga is blowing Hollywood’s collective mind, according to early reactions from leading film critics.Erick Weber went as far as to call Chapter 4 “one of the greatest action movies ever made” in a review shared to Twitter Monday, writing that the sequel “tops all 3 of its predecessors in storytelling, scope & stakes, countless astonishing set pieces.”CinemaBlend critic Eric Eisenberg joined in with getting the hype-train rolling, tweeting that the film “earns” its 169-minute runtime.

APA Signs ‘Jumanji’ Franchise’s Madison Iseman - deadline.com - USA - city Columbia - county Storey
deadline.com
09.03.2023

APA Signs ‘Jumanji’ Franchise’s Madison Iseman

EXCLUSIVE: APA on Thursday announced its signing of actress Madison Iseman.

Petition to remove Donnie Yen as Oscars presenter earns thousands of signatures - www.nme.com - Los Angeles - China - Hong Kong - county Reeves - city Hong Kong
nme.com
09.03.2023

Petition to remove Donnie Yen as Oscars presenter earns thousands of signatures

online petition to remove Hong Kong actor Donnie Yen as a presenter at this year’s Oscars due to his support of the Chinese government.The actor, who stars opposite Keanu Reeves in John Wick: Chapter 4, is set to present an award at the 95th Academy Awards which takes place in Los Angeles on Sunday (March 12).As reported by the BBC, the petition was set up by Hong Kong activist Tong Wai-hung, who claims the decision “shows contempt for the people of Hong Kong” and that Yen’s presence will “damage the image and reputation of the film industry”.Speaking to GQ last month, Yen doubled down on his opposition to the 2019 pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.“It wasn’t a protest, okay, it was a riot,” Yen said. “I’m not going to be here talking about how to change how people feel about it.

Oscar Presenters: Andrew Garfield, Danai Gurira, Nicole Kidman, Antonio Banderas, John Cho & Others Added – The List So Far - deadline.com - Hollywood - Jordan - county Banks - county Bandera
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07.03.2023

Oscar Presenters: Andrew Garfield, Danai Gurira, Nicole Kidman, Antonio Banderas, John Cho & Others Added – The List So Far

The Movie Academy has padded the presenter ranks for the 95th Oscars this weekend. Halle Bailey, Antonio Banderas, Elizabeth Banks, Jessica Chastain, John Cho, Andrew Garfield, Hugh Grant, Danai Gurira, Salma Hayek Pinault, Nicole Kidman, Florence Pugh and Sigourney Weaver will present statuettes Sunday.

Love Island's Olivia and Maxwell pose together on red carpet days after villa exit - www.ok.co.uk - South Africa - city Sanada
ok.co.uk
07.03.2023

Love Island's Olivia and Maxwell pose together on red carpet days after villa exit

Recent Love Island dumpees Olivia Hawkins and Maxwell Samuda made their red carpet debut as an official couple out in the real world. Former Michelle Keegan and Emma Watson body double Olivia entered the South African villa on day one and enjoyed flings with both Tom Clare and PE teacher Kai Fagan.That was until Casa Amor when Maxwell arrived the scene and turned Olivia’s head so much that she forgot Kai’s name.

‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ First Reactions Highlight the ‘Epic’ Runtime and ‘Stacked’ Supporting Cast, From Donnie Yen to Rina Sawayama - variety.com - Los Angeles - city Sanada
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07.03.2023

‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ First Reactions Highlight the ‘Epic’ Runtime and ‘Stacked’ Supporting Cast, From Donnie Yen to Rina Sawayama

J. Kim Murphy “John Wick: Chapter 4” officially bowed at its London premiere Monday evening, with the social media reactions embargo lifting during the event. The fourth entry picks up following the end of “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum,” which saw Keanu Reeves’ infamous assassin take a tumble from atop the Continental Hotel after being betrayed by his confidante Winston (Ian McShane). Of course, Wick lives. “Chapter 4” finds the deadly pariah traveling the globe to free himself from the rule of the elusive, cutthroat High Table. The critical darling action series has drawn strong praise in its first round of reactions, especially for its deep bench of sparring partners that includes Donnie Yen, Hiroyuki Sanada, Marko Zazor, Scott Adkins and Rina Sawayama. Another central topic of opinion is the film’s runtime, which clocks in at a lengthy two hours and 49 minutes — 38 minutes longer than the previous entry’s.

Saudi Arabia Fund Increases Stake in Japan’s Toei, Expands Entertainment Investments – Global Bulletin - variety.com - South Korea - city Seoul - Japan - Saudi Arabia - North Korea - Singapore
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06.03.2023

Saudi Arabia Fund Increases Stake in Japan’s Toei, Expands Entertainment Investments – Global Bulletin

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund Public Investment Fund (PIF) has increased its stake in Japanese film and TV studio Toei Company, from 5% to 6.03%, according to a report by the Reuters financial news agency. The move comes shortly after Toei published a ten-year plan for international expansion. Toei includes film and TV production operations, the T-Joy cinema chain and Toei Animation. Last month, it said that it had beaten its film revenue record, thanks to the success of titles including “The First Slam Dunk,” “The Legend of Butterfly” and “One Piece Film Red.” The stake increase also follows PIF’s February announcement that it had increased its stake in Japanese games and console maker Nintendo to 8.26% and that (along with the Singapore state fund GIC) was a buyer of a $966 million bond issue from Korean entertainment-tech firm Kakao Corp.

Ariana DeBose, Michael B. Jordan and Janelle Monáe Among Oscar Presenters - variety.com - Jordan
variety.com
02.03.2023

Ariana DeBose, Michael B. Jordan and Janelle Monáe Among Oscar Presenters

Julia MacCary editor Ariana DeBose, Michael B. Jordan and Janelle Monáe are among the list of celebrities presenting at the 95th Oscars. In addition to DeBose, Jordan and Monáe, the Academy also announced that Riz Ahmed, Emily Blunt, Glenn Close, Jennifer Connelly, Samuel L. Jackson, Dwayne Johnson, Troy Kotsur, Jonathan Majors, Melissa McCarthy, Deepika Padukone, Questlove, Zoe Saldaña and Donnie Yen will also present at the award ceremony. DeBose takes the Oscar stage following her viral rap at February’s BAFTA ceremony, which shouted out female nominees including Angela Bassett and Viola Davis. DeBose won the supporting actress Oscar in 2022 for “West Side Story,” marking her first Academy Award nomination.

Oscars Tap Michael B. Jordan, Janelle Monáe, Melissa McCarthy and More to Present at 2023 Ceremony - thewrap.com - Jordan
thewrap.com
02.03.2023

Oscars Tap Michael B. Jordan, Janelle Monáe, Melissa McCarthy and More to Present at 2023 Ceremony

live performances during the telecast. (Among the performers: David Byrne, Son Lux and Stephanie Hsu and Rihanna.) The list of presenters released Thursday also included Emily Blunt, Jonathan Majors, Questlove, Glenn Close, Ariana DeBose, Jennifer Connelly, Samuel L.

Final Oscar Voting Begins; Dwayne Johnson, Samuel L. Jackson Among First Announced Presenters - deadline.com - Hollywood - Jordan
deadline.com
02.03.2023

Final Oscar Voting Begins; Dwayne Johnson, Samuel L. Jackson Among First Announced Presenters

Final Oscar balloting starts today. The 9,579 eligible Academy voters are now going to make their choices, and they have only until March 7 at 5 p.m. PT to do it. There is lots of speculation, but the only thing that really counts right now is what these AMPAS members check off on their digital ballots. Good luck, everyone.

Donnie Yen’s ‘John Wick’ and ‘Star Wars’ characters were changed after actor called out scripts for Asian stereotypes - www.nme.com - Hollywood - Chad - county Reeves
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02.03.2023

Donnie Yen’s ‘John Wick’ and ‘Star Wars’ characters were changed after actor called out scripts for Asian stereotypes

John Wick: Chapter 4 changed after he called out its script for feeding into Asian stereotypes.Speaking to GQ in a recent interview, Yen shared that despite being a big name with a wide acting range, his roles in Hollywood have been limited to the occasional action spot and that he has been typecast much like other Asian actors.Speaking on his most recent incident with typecasting, Yen revealed that he had his role in John Wick: Chapter 4 altered after he noticed several Asian stereotypes attached to his character. In the upcoming film, Yen plays an assassin named Caine who was reportedly first named “Shang or Chang”.Yen would go on to say: “Why does he always have to be called Shang or Chang? Why can’t he have a normal name? Why do you have to be so generic? Then the wardrobe again – oh, mandarin collars.

Donnie Yen Called Out ‘John Wick 4’ and ‘Rogue One’ Asian Stereotypes, Got Scripts Changed: Why Is the Name ‘Always Shang or Chang?’ - variety.com - Chad
variety.com
02.03.2023

Donnie Yen Called Out ‘John Wick 4’ and ‘Rogue One’ Asian Stereotypes, Got Scripts Changed: Why Is the Name ‘Always Shang or Chang?’

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Donnie Yen is making his “John Wick” debut in the upcoming fourth installment as Caine, a blind assassin caught between his ties to the villainous High Table and his friendship with Keanu Reeves’ eponymous killer. It turns out Yen’s character was not originally named Caine. The actor told GQ magazine that he called out the “John Wick: Chapter 4” script for including Asian stereotypes, leading to changes regarding his character’s name and appearance in the film. “The name was Shang or Chang,” Yen said of his “John Wick” character. “Why does he always have to be called Shang or Chang? Why can’t he have a normal name? Why do you have to be so generic? Then the wardrobe again — oh, mandarin collars. Why is everything so generic? This is a ‘John Wick’ movie. Everybody’s supposed to be cool and fashionable. Why can’t he look cool and fashionable?”

Final ‘John Wick 4’ Trailer Has Keanu Reeves Facing Off Against Action Movie Royalty - thewrap.com - China - USA - Chad - county Story
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16.02.2023

Final ‘John Wick 4’ Trailer Has Keanu Reeves Facing Off Against Action Movie Royalty

previous trailers, this one shows off new action scenes, new opponents and new comparative niche — at least to North American viewers — movie stars coming to the party. To those in the know, the likes of Chinese action-god Donnie Yen (also seen by Americans in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” “Shanghai Knights” and “xXx: The Return of Xander Cage”) and direct-to-DVD and VOD action king Scott Adkins (also seen by American theatergoers in “Doctor Strange” and “Expendables 2”) qualify as added value elements.

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