Paul Thomas Anderson Latest Celebrity News & Gossip

Who knows what’s next for P.T. Anderson? Given the director’s work rate, it’s safe to expect his follow-up to “Licorice Pizza” won’t head into production for another couple of years at least.

Warner Bros. is shuffling the deck of its release date calendar.

What seems to be one of the strongest-held beliefs in online film speculation on Film Twitter and the likes is the long-standing rumor that writer/director Paul Thomas Anderson wrote, rewrote, or did a deep and uncredited pass on Martin Scorsese’s “Killers Of The Flower Moon” (which we named one of the Best Films Of 2023) Up until now, the rumors are just that, not confirmed, and no one of any authority has spoken about them; hence us never really covering the story.

Mark Ruffalo is seemingly expanding on recent comments about why a solo “Hulk” film will never happen. In a recent GQ interview about his Oscar-nominated supporting role in Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things,” his fourth Oscar nod, the actor was once asked about Marvel and his thoughts about the superhero studio.

Emmys were originally slated for Sept. 18 but were postponed to Jan. 15 due to the historic WGA and SAG-Aftra strikes.

The rumors are true. Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson (“Licorice Pizza,” “The Master”) has a new film in the works, and the cast is absolutely stacked.

Taylor Swift has revealed that her ‘Midnights’ cut ‘Mastermind’ was inspired by Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘Phantom Thread’. The pop juggernaut spoke with TIME magazine, in a career-spanning piece in honour of her being named “Person of the Year”, which details her artistic journey from being rejected as a support act for Kenny Chesney at 17, to her current phase performing on the ‘Eras’ tour and releasing its subsequent film.Towards the end of the article, Swift’s ability to use personal experiences as source material for her acclaimed songwriting was highlighted, with ‘Midnights’ cut ‘Mastermind’ singled out as evidence.Swift then told the interviewer that she was inspired to write the song after watching Paul Thomas Anderson’s Daniel Day-Lewis-starring film, ‘Phantom Thread’, being particularly inspired by its twist ending.

Paul Thomas Anderson is no stranger to directing music videos. Hell, he’s basically the personal videographer for Haim.

Paul Thomas Anderson has reportedly worked with Radiohead spin-off The Smile on a mysterious new project.The director has worked with Radiohead previously, including on the direction of their ‘Moon Shaped Pool’ video ‘Daydreaming‘ while guitarist Jonny Greenwood has scored for Anderson’s films in the past including Liquorice Pizza, There Will Be Blood and The Master.Eagle-eyed fans on social media spotted that posters for a project have appeared at London’s Prince Charles Cinema linking Anderson and The Smile, who are made up of Thom Yoke, Greenwood and Tom Skinner.The cinema themselves tweeted the image with a side-eye caption earlier today and it features The Smile on a poster with a new project titled Wall Of Eyes.

As of this writing, Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” has grossed more than $900 million at the global box office. That’s well above everyone’s highest expectations.

As of this writing, Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” has grossed more than $900 million at the global box office. That’s well above everyone’s highest expectations.

EXCLUSIVE: Distributor-producer Lucky Red is one of Italy’s most respected independent film and TV companies. Run by former actor Andrea Occhipinti since 1987, the firm has released more than 500 titles and produced more than 50 films.

Over the past week, you’ve likely heard the outcry from filmmakers and film fans about the uncertain fate of TCM under the Warner Bros. Discovery regime.

“Boogie Nights.”The then-27-year-old starlet had already racked up promising parts in indies like “Drugstore Cowboy” and “Swingers” when her career stalled — and she was worried about shooting the full-frontal scene so early in her career.“That was my first time, and I was so nervous about it — but at that point in my career I was also like, ‘Beggars can’t be choosers,’ ” Graham, now 53, told Yahoo! of the modern classic that went on to earn multiple Oscar nominations.“It was a great script and Paul [Thomas Anderson] was an amazing talent,” she added. “I had a great time making that movie even though it was terrifying doing a nude scene.”Graham — currently starring opposite Dennis Quaid in the new faith-based drama “On a Wing and a Prayer” on Amazon Prime — also recalled how co-star Mark Wahlberg had strapped on a prosthetic penis for his role as infamously well-endowed adult film star Dirk Diggler.However, the “Hangover” star noted that Wahlberg flashing fake genitalia didn’t exactly compare to her stripping down to nothing but skates for her iconic turn as the porn star known as “Rollergirl.”The “Austin Powers” alum also revealed that she had to take a crash course in her “Boogie Nights” character’s specialized skill.“I didn’t know how to roller skate when I got that job; I had to take lessons,” the native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, told the outlet.

announced the sad news on Twitter.“My neighbor, friend, and one of the wisest, most talented and kindest people I’ve ever met, Philip Baker Hall, died peacefully last night. He was surrounded by loved ones. The world has an empty space in it,” Farmer wrote.The “Seinfeld” alum is survived by his wife, Holly Wolfle, and two daughters, Adella and Anna.Hall was a frequent collaborator of director Paul Thomas Anderson, starring in his 1997 film “Boogie Nights” and 1999’s “Magnolia.”Among Hall’s many roles, he appeared in film and television projects including “Say Anything,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “The West Wing,” “Rush Hour,” “Family Ties,” “Modern Family,” “Falcon Crest,” “M*A*S*H,” “Secret Honor,” “L.A.

A weekend of multiple awards ceremonies meant a number of no-shows at the 2022 BAFTA Film Awards, but that didn’t diminish the star power across the pond. Lady Gaga, Benedict Cumberbatch, Tom Hiddleston and Emma Watson, among others, brought the paps to the BAFTA’s red carpet and, the BAFTA voters? Well, overall they spread the love, but Jane Campion and “The Power of the Dog” came out decidedly on top.

At The Playlist, we sure do love a good “What if?” casting situation. Every now and then they pop up and always get our imagination going.

Well before the release of “Licorice Pizza,” the close relationship between filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson and rock band Haim is well-documented. The director has helmed a number of the band’s music videos and has gone on record with how close he is with the Haim family.

AARP announced the nominees for its upcoming Movies for Grownups Awards today which, for the second year now, also includes candidates for TV and streaming “Bests.”

It’s not a hot take to say Denzel Washington is one of the best actors in the world. The man has earned nine Oscar nominations and taken home two Academy Awards for his performances over the decades.

On this episode of the Deep Focus podcast, my guest is none other than Alana Haim from the rock group Haim, but more appropriate for this conversation, she is the star of Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest film, “Licorice Pizza.” Anderson’s latest film is a nostalgic, shaggy return to his San Fernando Valley roots, but it’s really nothing like “Boogie Nights” or “Magnolia” and actually is more in line with George Lucas’ “American Graffiti”—a hangout movie— as if it were made by Lucas, Hal Ashby, and

When Leonardo DiCaprio was trying to figure out what to do after “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” reports started coming up about some of the biggest A-list filmmakers working today trying to nab him for roles. One of those names was Paul Thomas Anderson, who was developing the film that would go on to be known as “Licorice Pizza.” The rumor went that DiCaprio passed on the film and his role eventually went to Bradley Cooper.

Paul Thomas Anderson is a master filmmaker, that much is certain. But even though he has won a ton of awards and been nominated for quite a few Oscars, the writer-director has yet to sign that big streaming deal to create a TV series.

Paul Thomas Anderson makes great films, full stop. And his new film, “Licorice Pizza,” is no exception.

Leonardo DiCaprio isn't the only actor in his family! The Oscar winner's father, George DiCaprio, has a cameo in Paul Thomas Anderson's coming-of-age film, and his son spoke with ET's Rachel Smith about how he landed the part. «I haven't seen it yet but my dad, George DiCaprio, has a cameo in a Paul Thomas Anderson movie!» Leo told ET on Sunday at the New York City premiere of his own film,. «Today was a good day.»P.T.

“Licorice Pizza.” George portrays a water bed salesman in the comedy-drama.New York Times writer Kyle Buchanan tweeted an outtake from an interview he recently conducted with the director which revealed how George came to be in the flick.“I created a picture of a guy who owned a wig shop that sold these water beds, and I couldn’t put my finger on it,” Anderson, 51, said.

The National Board of Review is traditionally the first “awards group” (we use that term lightly with them) to announce their honorees for the season. This year, the organization somewhat surprised by selecting Paul Thomas Anderson’s “Licorice Pizza” for Best Film and Best Director.

died in 2014.What we never could have imagined, though, is that Cooper’s freshman performance (he’s so green, his IMDB page doesn’t have a photo yet) would be one of the best of the year in what is easily the best film of 2021, Paul Thomas Anderson’s brilliant “Licorice Pizza.” This wonderful kid should be in the Oscar race, but we’re too predictably infatuated with big names. Let’s fix that.“Licorice Pizza” is a movie you will cherish for a long time after the lights come up.

For purists and ride or die fans who like to quibble over such things, there are two Paul Thomas Andersons. One is the young, ambitious, hyper-caffeinated auteur behind “Boogie Nights” and “Magnolia,” full of confidence (maybe illicit substances, too), brio, and show-off-y talent (keyed up Scorsese-like camera moves and soundtracks and Robert Altman-like ensembles).

When you watch the trailer for the new Paul Thomas Anderson film, “Licorice Pizza,” the setting of mid-‘70s Southern California brings to mind films of that era and others from decades ago. It’s clear the filmmaker was influenced by his own youth as well as other teen films.

We are mere days away from the release of Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest film, “Licorice Pizza.” Well, in select theaters at least. (The full release isn’t until December 25, but I digress.) However, it appears we now have more details on what songs will accompany the feature as part of the period film’s ‘70s soundtrack.

Paul Thomas Anderson is a film fan. I mean, that much is probably obvious given his chosen career path, of course.

Bradley Cooper has a famous girlfriend in his latest flick.

Paul Thomas Anderson last unleashed a film on movie audiences four years ago, and what a film 2017’s “Phantom Thread” was. The UK-set period piece was a bit of a departure for the director.

Actress Tiffany Haddish can be seen opposite Oscar Isaac in the Paul Schrader gambling drama “The Card Counter,” and she has revealed that she might work with another impressive filmmaker.

If you’re a film fan, Christmas is a special time of year. Sure, there’s the whole presents, Santa Claus, and fighting with your family thing that everyone “enjoys.” But as a film nerd, there’s the added benefit of knowing there are a ton of solid films that are debuting right around then that will give you the excuse to leave the house and escape all that “fun.” This year, the biggest excuse might be the release of a new Paul Thomas Anderson film.