Paul Bettany looks quite a bit different on the set of his new movie, The Collaboration, on Monday (September 26) in Boston, Mass.
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Clayton Davis Bathroom stalls, showering marines and flashlights under the sheets encompass A24’s “The Inspection.” While the moving drama could catch the attention of progressive Academy members, others may find the honest subject matter too off-putting. A common denominator is the outstanding performances from Jeremy Pope and Gabrielle Union. As Ellis French, Pope takes the lead of Elegance Bratton’s moving directorial and writing debut “The Inspection,” which had its world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival. The A24 film, inspired by true events, is a showcase for Pope and full of “Oscar-clip-worthy” scenes. We’ll see how the circuit treats the film, as Pope will be battling with bigger names such as Hugh Jackman and Colin Farrell for recognition.
Standing proud next to Pope is a career-best turn from Union as French’s mother, a homophobic prison guard that can’t accept him for who he is. She channels a bit of Mo’Nique’s Oscar-winning turn for “Precious,” and with the right backing, could be a contender for best supporting actress. I was particularly impressed by Raul Castillo as one of the drill instructors, who offers an emotional pillar following some brutal takes. After “We Are Animals” landed him an Independent Spirit nom, hopefully a work like this can bring him closer. “The Inspection” tells the story of French, a young, gay Black man, who after being rejected by his mother, decides to join the Marines. Lachlan Milne’s cinematography does take cues from other LGBTQ dramas such as “Moonlight” (2016), but may be too subtle to make noise in the category. We’ll wait to see where it lands in the awards races. With A24 spearheading “The Whale” and Everything Everywhere All at Once,” this could be a lot to
Paul Bettany looks quite a bit different on the set of his new movie, The Collaboration, on Monday (September 26) in Boston, Mass.
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade went on a double date for the premiere of his new documentary!
Emma Roberts has some new co-stars!
Matt Donnelly Senior Film Writer Houston, we have an ensemble. The plucky new comedy “Space Cadet,” from Stampede Ventures, has added more star power to a fleet led by the previously announced Emma Roberts. While character details are under wraps, Gabrielle Union will join Roberts in the film about a Florida party girl who turns out to be the only hope for the NASA space program, after a fluke puts her in training with other candidates. They may have better resumes, but not her smarts, heart and moxie. Liz. W. Garcia is directing form her own script, which we pray will feel like “Legally Blonde” in space. Tom Hopper (“The Umbrella Academy,” “Love in the Vila”) also comes aboard with Colombian pop star Sebastián Yatra (Spain’s “The Voice Kids”), sketch veteran David Foley (“The Kids in the Hall”) and Desi Lydic (“The Daily Show”).
Clayton Davis The love for Brendan Fraser continues to grow following his acclaimed turn in Darren Aronofsky’s “The Whale,” generating tons of Oscar buzz. “It’s the right actor, for the right part, at the right time,” Darren Aronofsky says in the Variety Studio presented by King’s Hawaiian at TIFF. While at the Toronto International Film Festival for the movie, Fraser, along with writer Samuel D. Hunter and his fellow cast members Sadie Sink and Ty Simpkins, spoke with Variety about taking on the difficult role of a 600-pound man, which required up to four hours of prosthetics and makeup. “It was designed specifically to obey laws of gravity and physics,” Fraser says. “It wasn’t built for just a silhouette or a one-note joke.”
The Clovers might be coming back to cheer once more! ET caught up with Gabrielle Union at the 2022 Daytime Beauty Awards on Sunday where she teased a possible sequel to her 2000s cult classic cheerleading film, . Union was joined by her longtime friend and business partner Larry Sims at the Taglyan Complex in Los Angeles where they talked all things beauty, business and told the story of how they met on the set back in the day. «We met on the set of !» Union told ET's Nischelle Turner. «Yes, I used to dance for the Blaque, her cheerleading teammates,» Sims added. When asked about a rumored sequel in the works, the actress teased, «I've heard many takes over the years, but I'm hearing some really great takes from some big-name writers that are very surprising.» ", baby, the gift the keeps on giving," Union added. Then, Union discussed a possible storyline where her character Isis, who was the captain of the East Compton Clovers cheerleading team, is now the mother of a young cheerleader. «Imagine if her daughter was, ya know, a high stepper from Jackson State, Hawthorne State or Hampton.
Clayton Davis It’s more than prosthetics. More than the comeback. Brendan Fraser’s work as Charlie in Darren Aronofsky’s “The Whale” is a profound performance for the ages. The A-list star that brought us “The Mummy” and “Encino Man” goes above and beyond the calling of an actor, showcasing the vulnerability of a broken, 600-pound man. Like Aronofsky’s resurrection of Mickey Rourke in “The Wrestler” (2008), Frase delivers one of the best performances of the year. “The Whale” will surely land him an Oscar nomination for best actor. The drama is a stark, dour examination of regret and addiction, wrapped into the script written by Samuel D. Hunter, who adapts his play of the same name. Distributed by A24, “The Whale” tells the story of Charlie, am obese gay man who reconnects with his estranged 17-year-old daughter Ellie (played by Sadie Sink) after leaving her and her mother for his younger male lover.
The Clovers might be coming back to cheer once more! ET caught up with Gabrielle Union at the 2022 Daytime Beauty Awards on Sunday where she teased a possible sequel to her 2000s cult classic cheerleading film, . Union was joined by her longtime friend and business partner Larry Sims at the Taglyan Complex in Los Angeles where they talked all things beauty, business and told the story of how they met on the set back in the day. «We met on the set of !» Union told ET's Nischelle Turner. «Yes, I used to dance for the Blaque, her cheerleading teammates,» Sims added. When asked about a rumored sequel in the works, the actress teased, «I've heard many takes over the years, but I'm hearing some really great takes from some big-name writers that are very surprising.» ", baby, the gift the keeps on giving," Union added. Then, Union discussed a possible storyline where her character Isis, who was the captain of the East Compton Clovers cheerleading team, is now the mother of a young cheerleader. «Imagine if her daughter was, ya know, a high stepper from Jackson State, Hawthorne State or Hampton.
Deadline launched Day 1 of its photo studio at the Toronto Film Festival, as cast members of TIFF-premiering films stopped by including Nicolas Cage, from Butcher’s Crossing; Luke Macfarlane and Billy Eichner from Bros; Gabrielle Union and Jeremy Pope from The Inspection; and many more. Click on the photo above to launch the gallery.
The sincere desires that inspired “The Inspection” — the semi-autobiographical narrative feature debut from documentary filmmaker Elegance Bratton — aren’t enough to save his film from being unexceptional. A self-affirming narrative about a young, houseless, gay Black man enlisting in the Marines to make his severe mother proud had the potential to offer audiences a queer insight into the cultural shortcomings of the armed forces.
Gabrielle Union has the support of husband Dwyane Wade at her latest premiere!
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade spent the Labor Day weekend with their youngest daughter, Kaavia, for an adorable mini vacation. The couple took to Instagram to share several beachside photos, showing the trio on their balcony and also relaxing in the sand. In one photo, the 3-year-old is sandwiched between her parents as they beam at the camera, and in a selfie taken by Wade, she sits on her mom's lap in a beach chair as they pose with their hands in the air.«Our favorite place in the world, is wherever we’re together,» Union captioned the sweet gallery of photos.A post shared by Gabrielle Union-Wade (@gabunion)But the fun comes with a price! Most of California has been under an excessive heat warning and, according to Union, some of the Wades are handling it better than others.The 49-year-old shared a video starring her and Kaavia lounging in their swimsuits as they pull faces into the camera. «This heatwave is taking us THROUGH it! All the emotions,» the actress captioned the footage. «Take a guess whose[sic] has more meltdowns.
are celebrating their eighth in style.On September 2, shared a series of photos with in matching see-through mesh ensembles by the brand Diotima. While the former basketball player opted for a purple mesh tank top, plum trousers, and a bold chain for their celebration in Ibiza, Union opted for a completely over black lingerie. She kept the rest of her look minimal with a pair of hoop earrings. “Strollin into year 8.
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade rang in their eighth wedding anniversary while in Menorca on their annual «Wade World Tour,» and the couple took to Instagram to mark the occasion.On Tuesday, Union shared a sweet montage of photos and videos from the couple's wedding day, vacations they've taken together, family moments and more. «It’s been 8 years now married to my best friend and a lifetime to go.
Poland has selected Jerzy Skolimowski’s Cannes-winning title EO as its official submission to the International Oscar race this year.