War 2 ft Jr Ntr & Hrithik Roshan(Photo Credit –Instagram)
It’s a busy year for Jr Ntr. He has a big release coming up this year with Devara: Part 1. The actor is also a part of Ayan Mukerji’s War 2, which also stars Hrithik Roshan. Fans are excited to see the Ntr in Yrf’s Bollywood spy thriller. Every now and then, an exciting update about the movie creates excitement.
For War 2, Jr Ntr will be doing a lot of action. We have already seen him entertain the masses with his fights and stunt sequences in SS Rajamouli’s Rrr. However, the makers of Ayan’s movie don’t want to leave any stone unturned to make it a visual treat.
Hollywood Level Action For Jr Ntr’s Fight Scenes
A report by Gulte mentions that the makers have roped in Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos for War 2.
It’s a busy year for Jr Ntr. He has a big release coming up this year with Devara: Part 1. The actor is also a part of Ayan Mukerji’s War 2, which also stars Hrithik Roshan. Fans are excited to see the Ntr in Yrf’s Bollywood spy thriller. Every now and then, an exciting update about the movie creates excitement.
For War 2, Jr Ntr will be doing a lot of action. We have already seen him entertain the masses with his fights and stunt sequences in SS Rajamouli’s Rrr. However, the makers of Ayan’s movie don’t want to leave any stone unturned to make it a visual treat.
Hollywood Level Action For Jr Ntr’s Fight Scenes
A report by Gulte mentions that the makers have roped in Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos for War 2.
- 4/21/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Jawan is an upcoming Indian action thriller film directed by Atlee and starring Shahrukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, and Yogi Babu. The film is scheduled to release on September 7, 2023. The film has generated a lot of hype and expectations among the fans and the audience. Here are some of the top reasons why you should wait for Jawan and why it has the potential to be a blockbuster.
1. Atlee Signature
Atlee is known for his extravagant high budget movies with strong emotional connection. His previous films with Thalapathy Vijay were very strong social films with commercial elements. He knows how to enhance the swag of a star and use him both as an actor and star. Jawan is his first Hindi film and his first collaboration with Shahrukh Khan, who is also the producer of the film. Atlee has promised that Jawan will be a different and unique film that...
1. Atlee Signature
Atlee is known for his extravagant high budget movies with strong emotional connection. His previous films with Thalapathy Vijay were very strong social films with commercial elements. He knows how to enhance the swag of a star and use him both as an actor and star. Jawan is his first Hindi film and his first collaboration with Shahrukh Khan, who is also the producer of the film. Atlee has promised that Jawan will be a different and unique film that...
- 9/6/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film ‘Jawan’ has six different action directors from across the world including names such as Spiro Razatos, Yannick Ben and Craig Macrae among many others for spectacular adrenaline rushing sequences in the film. According to a source close to the project, said: “Jawan’s action has been choreographed by six of the biggest action directors, Spiro Razatos, Yannick Ben, Craig Macrae, Kecha Khamphakdee, Sunil Rodrigues and Anal Arasu. They have choreographed the action for some of the best films globally.”
“Jawan incorporates a wide range of action formats, encompassing hand-to-hand combat, exhilarating bike sequences, heart-pounding truck and car chases, and more. These meticulously designed action sequences are integral to the film’s narrative, adding depth and realism to the cinematic experience,” the source added.
The source concluded by saying that with the combined talents of these “six exceptional action directors, Jawan is poised...
“Jawan incorporates a wide range of action formats, encompassing hand-to-hand combat, exhilarating bike sequences, heart-pounding truck and car chases, and more. These meticulously designed action sequences are integral to the film’s narrative, adding depth and realism to the cinematic experience,” the source added.
The source concluded by saying that with the combined talents of these “six exceptional action directors, Jawan is poised...
- 8/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The countdown has begun for one of the most anticipated films of the year, Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan. The superstar unveiled a new poster of the film on his social media accounts, announcing that the film will release on September 7, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages.
1 month to go for #Jawan #ShahRukhKhan #Srk @iamsrk @RedChilliesEnt pic.twitter.com/VamMidh3bM
— Binged (@Binged_) August 7, 2023
Jawan is an action thriller that marks the Hindi film debut of acclaimed Tamil director Atlee, who has previously delivered blockbusters like Mersal and Bigil. The film is produced by Shah Rukh Khan’s wife Gauri Khan under their banner Red Chillies Entertainment, along with co-producer Gaurav Verma.
Jawan New Poster
The film boasts of a stellar star cast that includes Nayanthara, the lady superstar of South Indian cinema, as the female lead opposite Shah Rukh Khan. Vijay Sethupathi, one of the most versatile actors in Indian cinema,...
1 month to go for #Jawan #ShahRukhKhan #Srk @iamsrk @RedChilliesEnt pic.twitter.com/VamMidh3bM
— Binged (@Binged_) August 7, 2023
Jawan is an action thriller that marks the Hindi film debut of acclaimed Tamil director Atlee, who has previously delivered blockbusters like Mersal and Bigil. The film is produced by Shah Rukh Khan’s wife Gauri Khan under their banner Red Chillies Entertainment, along with co-producer Gaurav Verma.
Jawan New Poster
The film boasts of a stellar star cast that includes Nayanthara, the lady superstar of South Indian cinema, as the female lead opposite Shah Rukh Khan. Vijay Sethupathi, one of the most versatile actors in Indian cinema,...
- 8/7/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Jawan, the much-awaited action thriller starring Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi, is all set to release its first song today at 12:50 pm. The song, titled ‘Zinda Banda’ in Hindi, ‘Vandha Edam’ in Tamil and ‘Dhumme Dhulipelaa’ in Telugu, is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, who is also the music director of the film. The song is expected to be a high-energy number that will showcase the spirit and attitude of the protagonist, played by Shah Rukh Khan.
Shah Rukh Khan took to his social media accounts to share the poster of the song and wrote, “The Sound of Jawan ! First Single Releasing Today. Song out today at 12:50pm! Anirudh musical. #ZindaBanda (Hindi) #VandhaEdam (Tamil) #DhummeDhulipelaa (Telugu) #Jawan releasing worldwide on 7th September 2023, in Hindi, Tamil & Telugu.” The poster features Shah Rukh Khan in a rugged look, holding a gun and wearing a bulletproof vest. He is surrounded by flames and explosions,...
Shah Rukh Khan took to his social media accounts to share the poster of the song and wrote, “The Sound of Jawan ! First Single Releasing Today. Song out today at 12:50pm! Anirudh musical. #ZindaBanda (Hindi) #VandhaEdam (Tamil) #DhummeDhulipelaa (Telugu) #Jawan releasing worldwide on 7th September 2023, in Hindi, Tamil & Telugu.” The poster features Shah Rukh Khan in a rugged look, holding a gun and wearing a bulletproof vest. He is surrounded by flames and explosions,...
- 7/31/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Shah Rukh Khan is all set to captivate audiences with the most thrilling and jaw-dropping action sequences in his upcoming film, Jawan. To make sure a bid film boasts unforgettable action sequences, the renowned Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos, known for his work on blockbusters like ‘Fast and Furious’ and ‘Captain America,’ was brought in to design and elevate the film’s action-packed moments.
Spiro Razatos brings his expertise and experience from working on Hollywood hits, he has an impressive cv that includes films like ‘Fast and Furious’,‘Captain America’, ‘Venom,’ ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ and more.
Known as a multi-talented stuntman, stunt coordinator, and director, Spiro has left his mark on the industry, earning accolades such as the Taurus Award for Best Stunt Coordination for ‘Bad Boys II’ (2004) and three Stuntman Awards. His expertise and creativity are set to take Jawan to new heights, ensuring stunts that will leave audiences awestruck.
Spiro Razatos brings his expertise and experience from working on Hollywood hits, he has an impressive cv that includes films like ‘Fast and Furious’,‘Captain America’, ‘Venom,’ ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ and more.
Known as a multi-talented stuntman, stunt coordinator, and director, Spiro has left his mark on the industry, earning accolades such as the Taurus Award for Best Stunt Coordination for ‘Bad Boys II’ (2004) and three Stuntman Awards. His expertise and creativity are set to take Jawan to new heights, ensuring stunts that will leave audiences awestruck.
- 7/27/2023
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
In a bid to create an unforgettable visual experience, the renowned Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos, has designed the action for the upcoming Shah Rukh Khan-starrer ‘Jawan’.
Spiro brings his expertise and experience from working on Hollywood hits. He has an impressive repertoire that includes films like ‘Fast and Furious’, ‘Captain America’, ‘Venom’, ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’, and more.
According to a statement: “It will be an adrenaline-pumping cinematic experience as Shah Rukh Khan along with Spiro Razatos, bring the action-packed world of ‘Jawan’ to life on the silver screen. Get ready for an extraordinary fusion of talent, skill, and sheer entertainment that is bound to leave a lasting impression on audiences everywhere.”
Known as a multi-talented stuntman, stunt coordinator, director and action choreographer, Spiro has left his mark on the industry, earning accolades such as the Taurus Award for Best Stunt Coordination for ‘Bad Boys II’ (2004) and three Stuntman Awards.
Spiro brings his expertise and experience from working on Hollywood hits. He has an impressive repertoire that includes films like ‘Fast and Furious’, ‘Captain America’, ‘Venom’, ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’, and more.
According to a statement: “It will be an adrenaline-pumping cinematic experience as Shah Rukh Khan along with Spiro Razatos, bring the action-packed world of ‘Jawan’ to life on the silver screen. Get ready for an extraordinary fusion of talent, skill, and sheer entertainment that is bound to leave a lasting impression on audiences everywhere.”
Known as a multi-talented stuntman, stunt coordinator, director and action choreographer, Spiro has left his mark on the industry, earning accolades such as the Taurus Award for Best Stunt Coordination for ‘Bad Boys II’ (2004) and three Stuntman Awards.
- 7/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
(Welcome to Best Action Scene Ever, a column dedicated to breaking down the best, most effective action sequences throughout the genre. In this edition, let's put the pedal to the metal and the Nos to the maximum to highlight the high-flying joys of the tank sequence in "Fast & Furious 6.")
The time has finally come. Ever since we first started this column, the "Fast and Furious" franchise has been patiently waiting in the wings, biding its time before unleashing the full force of its absurdity for arguably the most inevitable edition of "Best Action Scene Ever" yet. As much as some may look at this overall series as a bit of a punching bag, there's no denying that when these movies commit to a bit ... they commit, hard. That's never been more true than with the copious amount of action set pieces littered throughout the 9+ movies (and counting), bending...
The time has finally come. Ever since we first started this column, the "Fast and Furious" franchise has been patiently waiting in the wings, biding its time before unleashing the full force of its absurdity for arguably the most inevitable edition of "Best Action Scene Ever" yet. As much as some may look at this overall series as a bit of a punching bag, there's no denying that when these movies commit to a bit ... they commit, hard. That's never been more true than with the copious amount of action set pieces littered throughout the 9+ movies (and counting), bending...
- 5/15/2023
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
Vice TV has picked up a third season of The Nacelle Company’s anthology docuseries Icons Unearthed, which will spotlight The Fast and the Furious film franchise.
Directed by Brian Volk-Weiss, the third installment features interviews with Tyrese Gibson, T.I., Lucas Black, Roger Corman, Chad Lindberg, Thom Barry, Michael Brandt, Derek Haas, Gary Scott Thompson, JJ Perry, Spiro Razatos, Tanner Foust, Samuel Hubinette, Debbie Evans and Fred Raskin.
“The Fast & Furious franchise is one of the biggest movie series of all-time and Vice TV is proud once again to partner with Nacelle on another installment of Icons Unearthed,” said Vice TV’s SVP of Content Strategy and Programming, Peter Gafney. “Our audience is definitely responding to this series, so we’re thrilled to be making more with Brian and his team.”
“We took apart this franchise’s engine,...
Directed by Brian Volk-Weiss, the third installment features interviews with Tyrese Gibson, T.I., Lucas Black, Roger Corman, Chad Lindberg, Thom Barry, Michael Brandt, Derek Haas, Gary Scott Thompson, JJ Perry, Spiro Razatos, Tanner Foust, Samuel Hubinette, Debbie Evans and Fred Raskin.
“The Fast & Furious franchise is one of the biggest movie series of all-time and Vice TV is proud once again to partner with Nacelle on another installment of Icons Unearthed,” said Vice TV’s SVP of Content Strategy and Programming, Peter Gafney. “Our audience is definitely responding to this series, so we’re thrilled to be making more with Brian and his team.”
“We took apart this franchise’s engine,...
- 10/7/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Don Kaye Nov 20, 2019
Avengers: Endgame's Russo Brothers launch Agbo with the crime thriller starring Chadwick Boseman. They also talk Martin Scorsese.
It was roughly 20 years ago when Steven Soderbergh viewed a film called Pieces at the Slamdance Film Festival and offered to produce the next project by its directors. Those filmmakers were Cleveland-born brothers Anthony and Joe Russo, and the picture Soderbergh helped shepherd for them was a comedy called Welcome to Collinwood.
One thing led to another, and the Russos were soon major producers and directors on television, working on shows like Arrested Development and Community. But it was in 2012 that their careers changed forever, as Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige picked them to direct 2014’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier, a film that was a turning point for all involved--including the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The Russos returned for 2016’s Captain America: Civil War, the brothers’ first billion-dollar grosser,...
Avengers: Endgame's Russo Brothers launch Agbo with the crime thriller starring Chadwick Boseman. They also talk Martin Scorsese.
It was roughly 20 years ago when Steven Soderbergh viewed a film called Pieces at the Slamdance Film Festival and offered to produce the next project by its directors. Those filmmakers were Cleveland-born brothers Anthony and Joe Russo, and the picture Soderbergh helped shepherd for them was a comedy called Welcome to Collinwood.
One thing led to another, and the Russos were soon major producers and directors on television, working on shows like Arrested Development and Community. But it was in 2012 that their careers changed forever, as Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige picked them to direct 2014’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier, a film that was a turning point for all involved--including the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The Russos returned for 2016’s Captain America: Civil War, the brothers’ first billion-dollar grosser,...
- 11/20/2019
- Den of Geek
The acclaimed theatrical feature film documentary “King Cohen” has arrived on VOD and Blu-ray Disc from Dark Star Pictures and La-La Land Entertainment in a special, limited edition Blu-Ray / CD soundtrack combo!
“Whether you’re a long time Larry Cohen fan, or never even heard of him before, King Cohen is a joyous watch!” – Bobby LePire
La-La Land Entertainment has released a special, limited edition King Cohen Blu-ray Disc/CD Soundtrack Combo, featuring both the acclaimed feature film on Blu-Ray Disc and a Soundtrack CD of the original motion picture score by renowned composer Joe Kraemer (Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation). This exciting combo release includes more than 90 minutes of Exclusive Special Features, showcasing a wealth of deleted interview footage from the King himself, Larry Cohen, and many others!
The combo set will be available to order September 25,starting at 12 noon (pst), exclusively at www.lalalandrecords.com and select online blu-ray boutique retailers.
“Whether you’re a long time Larry Cohen fan, or never even heard of him before, King Cohen is a joyous watch!” – Bobby LePire
La-La Land Entertainment has released a special, limited edition King Cohen Blu-ray Disc/CD Soundtrack Combo, featuring both the acclaimed feature film on Blu-Ray Disc and a Soundtrack CD of the original motion picture score by renowned composer Joe Kraemer (Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation). This exciting combo release includes more than 90 minutes of Exclusive Special Features, showcasing a wealth of deleted interview footage from the King himself, Larry Cohen, and many others!
The combo set will be available to order September 25,starting at 12 noon (pst), exclusively at www.lalalandrecords.com and select online blu-ray boutique retailers.
- 10/9/2018
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
There's so much to glean from cult favorite auteur Larry Cohen, whose career spans five decades and gave us gems including The Stuff, It's Alive, and William Lustig's Maniac Cop (which Cohen wrote and produced). Shining a light on Cohen's career is Steve Mitchell's award-winning documentary King Cohen, which is coming to VOD and Blu-ray (with a CD soundtrack) in North America on September 25th, and we have the full release details and cover art.
Press Release: The acclaimed theatrical feature film documentary “King Cohen” arrives on VOD and Blu-ray Disc from Dark Star Pictures and La-La Land Entertainment in a special, limited edition, Blu-ray / CD soundtrack combo!
100% Fresh at Rotten Tomatoes!
On September 25th, La-La Land Entertainment will release a special, limited edition King Cohen Blu-ray Disc/CD Soundtrack Combo, featuring both the acclaimed feature film on Blu-ray Disc and a Soundtrack CD of the original motion picture...
Press Release: The acclaimed theatrical feature film documentary “King Cohen” arrives on VOD and Blu-ray Disc from Dark Star Pictures and La-La Land Entertainment in a special, limited edition, Blu-ray / CD soundtrack combo!
100% Fresh at Rotten Tomatoes!
On September 25th, La-La Land Entertainment will release a special, limited edition King Cohen Blu-ray Disc/CD Soundtrack Combo, featuring both the acclaimed feature film on Blu-ray Disc and a Soundtrack CD of the original motion picture...
- 9/18/2018
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
Exclusive: Injured MacGyver stunt coordinator Justin Sundquist has come out of a medically induced coma and was removed today from intensive care. The news comes a week after he suffered a serious head injury in Atlanta in a stunt fall from the back of a tractor trailer on the set of the CBS drama series.
“He’s not out of the woods yet,” said veteran stuntman Spiro Razatos, a longtime friend of the family, “but he’s out of ICU and knows what’s going on. He’s responding and communicating with his friends and family. He has a long road ahead of him, but he’s on a better road now. We’re all praying for the positivity to continue.”
The accident is being investigated by Osha. CBS TV Studios told Deadline last week that “The production team is cooperating with the authorities investigating the accident, and our primary...
“He’s not out of the woods yet,” said veteran stuntman Spiro Razatos, a longtime friend of the family, “but he’s out of ICU and knows what’s going on. He’s responding and communicating with his friends and family. He has a long road ahead of him, but he’s on a better road now. We’re all praying for the positivity to continue.”
The accident is being investigated by Osha. CBS TV Studios told Deadline last week that “The production team is cooperating with the authorities investigating the accident, and our primary...
- 8/27/2018
- by David Robb
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: CBS TV Studios acknowledged to Deadline today that the hiring of Justin Sundquist as stunt coordinator of MacGyver was part of a deal settling his lawsuit over a 2016 injury he sustained on Hawaii Five-0.
On Monday, he was hurt again, this time on a stunt that went wrong on the MacGyver set that left him in a medically induced coma with a traumatic head injury.
Jeff Wolfe, who was replaced by Sundquist on MacGyver, warned his stunt crew in July that Sundquist might not be up to the job and might have gotten the gig “not for the right reason,” while accusing “the powers that be” of not making safety “a priority.”
That’s strongly disputed by CBS TV Studios.
“Justin Sundquist is a long-time stunt performer with previous stunt coordinator experience who has been working in this field for almost 2 decades,” the studio said in a statement to Deadline.
On Monday, he was hurt again, this time on a stunt that went wrong on the MacGyver set that left him in a medically induced coma with a traumatic head injury.
Jeff Wolfe, who was replaced by Sundquist on MacGyver, warned his stunt crew in July that Sundquist might not be up to the job and might have gotten the gig “not for the right reason,” while accusing “the powers that be” of not making safety “a priority.”
That’s strongly disputed by CBS TV Studios.
“Justin Sundquist is a long-time stunt performer with previous stunt coordinator experience who has been working in this field for almost 2 decades,” the studio said in a statement to Deadline.
- 8/24/2018
- by David Robb and Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
When you compare the relatively grounded and taut nature of The Fast and the Furious – Point Break with cars, as one comparison so aptly put – with the recently-released sequel The Fate of the Furious, you’ll begin to get a sense of just how far Universal’s franchise has come, both in terms of death-defying stunts and box office success.
The actioner formerly known as Fast 8 has been crowned king of the international box office, and with a worldwide haul of $900 million and climbing, it’ll be some time yet before F. Gary Gray’s over-the-top sequel begins to run out of gas. It’s no wonder the Powers That Be are already beginning to make headway on a spinoff movie, one that’ll seemingly be headlined by The Rock and The Stath – that’s Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham, of course. Will said offshoot find room in its ranks for the menacing Cipher?...
The actioner formerly known as Fast 8 has been crowned king of the international box office, and with a worldwide haul of $900 million and climbing, it’ll be some time yet before F. Gary Gray’s over-the-top sequel begins to run out of gas. It’s no wonder the Powers That Be are already beginning to make headway on a spinoff movie, one that’ll seemingly be headlined by The Rock and The Stath – that’s Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham, of course. Will said offshoot find room in its ranks for the menacing Cipher?...
- 4/24/2017
- by Michael Briers
- We Got This Covered
With both The Hatton Garden Job in UK cinemas now, and We Still Steal the Old Way available on DVD from today, I thought i’d take a look at my favourite Top Five Heist/Crime Caper Movies… In order (for a change) they are:
5) In Security
In Security tells the story of best friends Kevin and Bruce, who are co-owners of a failing home security company in a town with no crime. As a last ditch effort to drum up some business, they start robbing the neighbors to instill fear and create a need for their services but bullets fly when they unwittingly rob the wrong guy – a suburban drug lord with a penchant for kitchen gadgets.
It’s fair to say I love a good goofball crime caper, but In Security however has much more than being just a “crime caper” going for it. For one it stars one of my favourite actors,...
5) In Security
In Security tells the story of best friends Kevin and Bruce, who are co-owners of a failing home security company in a town with no crime. As a last ditch effort to drum up some business, they start robbing the neighbors to instill fear and create a need for their services but bullets fly when they unwittingly rob the wrong guy – a suburban drug lord with a penchant for kitchen gadgets.
It’s fair to say I love a good goofball crime caper, but In Security however has much more than being just a “crime caper” going for it. For one it stars one of my favourite actors,...
- 4/20/2017
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
The “Fast” franchise is all about cars and family, and cyberterrorist Cipher (Charlize Theron) destroys both in the spectacular New York car chase in “The Fate of the Furious,” when she forces Dom (Vin Diesel) to go rogue and betray his family.
Director F. Gary Gray (“Straight Outta Compton,” “The Italian Job”) turns the notion of fast cars against the Furious in the New York sequence. Cold-as-ice Cipher hacks hundreds of self-driving “zombie” vehicles and creates a Times Square demolition derby in order to stop an impenetrable limo with the suitcase she is chasing.
Meanwhile, Cipher manipulates Dom into apprehending the suitcase, as his gang is powerless to stop him. The chase, therefore, contains a two-part narrative that underscores Cipher’s power and Dom’s street-racing prowess.
The dirty little secret: All of the car crashing occurred in Cleveland and only the tie-ins were filmed in Manhattan and on the Brooklyn Bridge.
Director F. Gary Gray (“Straight Outta Compton,” “The Italian Job”) turns the notion of fast cars against the Furious in the New York sequence. Cold-as-ice Cipher hacks hundreds of self-driving “zombie” vehicles and creates a Times Square demolition derby in order to stop an impenetrable limo with the suitcase she is chasing.
Meanwhile, Cipher manipulates Dom into apprehending the suitcase, as his gang is powerless to stop him. The chase, therefore, contains a two-part narrative that underscores Cipher’s power and Dom’s street-racing prowess.
The dirty little secret: All of the car crashing occurred in Cleveland and only the tie-ins were filmed in Manhattan and on the Brooklyn Bridge.
- 4/15/2017
- by Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
Some movies move quickly from principal photography to finished product. Some…do not. Monster Trucks was one of the latter. Two summers ago I found myself in Vancouver on a set for a kid’s film about monsters that take over trucks with several other journalists. We were shown around, interviewed some of the talent and the crew, and generally did set visit things. Then Monster Trucks disappeared into the abyss, only to resurface today with a trailer. Can you recall in great detail what you were doing in June two years ago? Ha ha! Me neither! Luckily, past me was kind enough to leave notes. But those notes look like the half-mad ravings of a toddler. So this will be an adventure for all of us! Monster Trucks is a bit of a modern-day E.T. The story focuses on a clever monster who finds itself alone in a new environment.
- 6/1/2016
- by Donna Dickens
- Hitfix
Fan Art by Patrick Brown
I’ve already said that Captain America: Civil War has some of the best action sequences ever put in a superhero movie. It makes complete sense now that I know that John Wick directors Chad Stahelski and David Leitch were brought in to help develop some of those fight sequences!
Apparently, Joe and Anthony Russo are friends with them, and they thought that they could bring something special to the movie with their expertise. That’s exactly what they did. In an interview with Collider Joe Russo explained:
"They did us a huge favor. They're friends of ours, and obviously, they're now off enjoying very successful directing careers, and just as friends we called them and asked them if they'd help us execute some of the action sequences. Along with Spiro Razatos, who is generally regarded as the top guy along with Chad and David,...
I’ve already said that Captain America: Civil War has some of the best action sequences ever put in a superhero movie. It makes complete sense now that I know that John Wick directors Chad Stahelski and David Leitch were brought in to help develop some of those fight sequences!
Apparently, Joe and Anthony Russo are friends with them, and they thought that they could bring something special to the movie with their expertise. That’s exactly what they did. In an interview with Collider Joe Russo explained:
"They did us a huge favor. They're friends of ours, and obviously, they're now off enjoying very successful directing careers, and just as friends we called them and asked them if they'd help us execute some of the action sequences. Along with Spiro Razatos, who is generally regarded as the top guy along with Chad and David,...
- 4/29/2016
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Readers may recall that Bollywood Hungama had reported about Varun Dhawan been signed up for his father David Dhawan's next film Judwaa 2. We had also written that the names of the leading ladies for the sequel are yet to be finalised. The latest update on the film is that the Kingfisher model Aisha Sharma (who also happens to be Neha Sharma's sister) has been signed up as one of the leading ladies in the film, although there is no official announcement or confirmation of the same. Readers may note that Judwaa 2 will also have Spiro Razatos as the action co-ordinator. Watch this space for developments.
- 3/2/2016
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Almost two decades ago, the rib tickling comedy of Salman Khan's dual role had created waves and now yet again a hero in double role is all set to entertain the audience in Judwaa 2. Varun Dhawan has been signed to play the lead in the sequel to Judwaa, which will once again be directed by his father David Dhawan. While the father son duo has previously worked for the masala potboiler Main Tera Hero, the two of them are now a part of a comedy film once again. We also hear that this time around the filmmakers are making it into a much bigger venture by even roping in a Hollywood studio for the sequel. The second installment of Judwaa will apparently also have Spiro Razatos as the action coordinator as well as a popular director of photography from abroad. The film is also said to have a lot...
- 2/9/2016
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Earlier we had reported that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan would soon be making her comeback to films with the Sanjay Gupta film Jazbaa. Later we were informed that Gupta had roped in Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos to helm the action sequences in the film. Now, the latest update is that Sanjay Gupta has since signed on Irrfan Khan to play the lead role opposite Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Jazbaa which is said to be an action thriller drama will feature Aishwarya as a very strong female character, playing the role of a lawyer while Irrfan Khan will reprise the role of a suspended cop who has problems with authority and discipline. Produced and directed by Sanjay Gupta, Jazbaa is slated to go on floors in January 2015.
- 8/28/2014
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
The Academy has announced the new class of invited members for 2014 and, as is typical, many of which are among last year's nominees, which includes Barkhad Abdi, Michael Fassbender, Sally Hawkins, Mads Mikkelsen, Lupita Nyong'o and June Squibb in the Actors branch not to mention curious additions such as Josh Hutcherson, Rob Riggle and Jason Statham, but, okay. The Directors branch adds Jay and Mark Duplass along with Jean-Marc Vallee, Denis Villeneuve and Thomas Vinterberg. I didn't do an immediate tally of male to female additions or other demographics, but at first glance it seems to be a wide spread batch of new additions on all fronts. The Academy is also clearly attempting to aggressively bump up the demographics as this is the second year in a row where they have added a large number of new members, well over the average of 133 new members from 2004 to 2012. As far as...
- 6/26/2014
- by Brad Brevet
- Rope of Silicon
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to join the organization to 271 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to theatrical motion pictures.
Those who accept the invitations will be the only additions to the Academy’s membership in 2014.
“This year’s class of invitees represents some of the most talented, creative and passionate filmmakers working in our industry today,” said Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs. “Their contributions to film have entertained audiences around the world, and we are proud to welcome them to the Academy.”
The 2014 invitees are:
Actors
Barkhad Abdi – “Captain Phillips”
Clancy Brown – “The Hurricane,” “The Shawshank Redeption”
Paul Dano – “12 Years a Slave,” “Prisoners”
Michael Fassbender – “12 Years a Slave,” “Shame”
Ben Foster – “Lone Survivor,” “Ain’t Them Bodies Saints”
Beth Grant – “The Artist,” “No Country for Old Men”
Clark Gregg – “Much Ado about Nothing,” “Marvel’s The Avengers”
Sally Hawkins – “Blue Jasmine,...
Those who accept the invitations will be the only additions to the Academy’s membership in 2014.
“This year’s class of invitees represents some of the most talented, creative and passionate filmmakers working in our industry today,” said Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs. “Their contributions to film have entertained audiences around the world, and we are proud to welcome them to the Academy.”
The 2014 invitees are:
Actors
Barkhad Abdi – “Captain Phillips”
Clancy Brown – “The Hurricane,” “The Shawshank Redeption”
Paul Dano – “12 Years a Slave,” “Prisoners”
Michael Fassbender – “12 Years a Slave,” “Shame”
Ben Foster – “Lone Survivor,” “Ain’t Them Bodies Saints”
Beth Grant – “The Artist,” “No Country for Old Men”
Clark Gregg – “Much Ado about Nothing,” “Marvel’s The Avengers”
Sally Hawkins – “Blue Jasmine,...
- 6/26/2014
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Michael Fassbender and Lupita Nyong’o of 12 Years a Slave were two of the 271 artists and industry leaders invited to become members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which determines nominations and winners at the annual Oscars. The entire list of Academy membership—which numbers about 6,000—isn’t public information so the annual invitation list is often the best indication of the artists involved in the prestigious awards process. It’s worth noting that invitations need to be accepted in order for artists to become members; some artists, like two-time Best Actor winner Sean Penn, have declined membership over the years.
- 6/26/2014
- by Jeff Labrecque
- EW - Inside Movies
Pop quiz: What do Chris Rock, Claire Denis, Eddie Vedder and Josh Hutcherson all have in common? Answer: They could all be Oscar voters very soon. The annual Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences invitation list always makes for interesting reading, shedding light on just how large and far-reaching the group's membership is -- or could be, depending on who accepts their invitations. This year, 271 individuals have been asked to join AMPAS, meaning every one of them could contribute to next year's Academy Awards balloting -- and it's as diverse a list as they've ever assembled. Think the Academy consists entirely of fusty retired white dudes? Not if recent Best Original Song nominee Pharrell Williams takes them up on their offer. Think it's all just a Hollywood insiders' game? Not if French arthouse titans Chantal Akerman and Olivier Assayas join the party. It's a list that subverts expectation at every turn.
- 6/26/2014
- by Guy Lodge
- Hitfix
Director producer Sanjay Gupta recently announced his next venture Jazbaa that will feature Aishwarya Rai Bachchan making her comeback to films post pregnancy. Now, after he roped in Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos for the film, we hear that Gupta plans on releasing the first look at the Cannes Film Festival next year. Confirming the news Gupta says, "Yes that is the plan so far, I am looking forward to unveiling the first look of Jazbaa at Cannes next year, and hoping that I will be able to do so." Jazbaa, which is said to be an action drama, will feature Aishwarya as the main lead, with two other male costars. Though details of the other cast members are yet to be finalized the film is expected to go on floors in early 2015.
- 6/3/2014
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
A while back we had reported that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, contrary to reports of her making her comeback with Mani Ratnam's Tamil film, would in fact first be seen in Sanjay Gupta's next titled Jazbaa. Soon after, Aishwarya confirmed the development while making a statement at the Cannes Film Festival. Now we hear that Gupta has roped in known Hollywood action director Spiro Razatos to helm the action sequences in the film. Spiro, who is best known for his work on films like Back to the Future (1985), Fast & Furious 6 (2013) and the more recently Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) , will be in the city for the film. Interestingly while Spiro has previously worked on Bollywood ventures like Kaante and My Name is Khan, this will be the first time that the action director will be in India for a shoot. Jazbaa, which is said to be an action drama,...
- 5/30/2014
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’: The second best of the Marvel films (photo: Chris Evans in ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’) With each new Marvel superhero film that bullies its way into multiplexes, the magnitude of the company’s achievement gets more impressive, if not historic. Focusing just on the Marvel characters controlled by Disney (as opposed to Sony’s lockup of Spider-Man and Fox’s oversight of X-Men), they’ve launched three successful individual franchises (Thor, Iron Man and Captain America) and another franchise combining all the separate characters, the first of which became the third highest-grossing film of all time (The Avengers). Each movie contains characters or story threads that feed the other movies, creating what amounts to a visually and monetarily profligate series of old-school comic book crossover issues. The industry has never seen anything quite like it and the biggest surprise is that, by varying degrees,...
- 4/4/2014
- by Mark Keizer
- Alt Film Guide
"Community" and "Arrested Development" may seem like a far cry from the souped-up blockbuster action of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but for the sibling directing team of Mark and Anthony Russo, there's less of a difference that you might think. The duo -- best known for directing and producing those aforementioned TV comedies -- called the shots on the upcoming "Captain America: The Winter Soldier." The Russos discussed the Marvel sequel on a visit to the film's L.A. set last fall, where they were directing a piece of a big action scene featuring Cap (Chris Evans) and Falcon (Anthony Mackie). As comic book fans themselves, getting the call from Marvel exec Kevin Feige was a dream come true. "Winter Soldier" departs from 2011's "Captain America" The First Avenger" in several significant ways, especially its darker tone, inspired by '70s political thrillers. After directing the George Clooney indie comedy...
- 3/6/2014
- by Dave Lewis
- Hitfix
Jacqueline Fernandez, the Sri Lankan beauty, is quite 'kicked' these days and she has every reason to be so. The reason? Well, she has been signed opposite none other than Salman Khan in the much talked about film Kick, thus laying to rest the rumors of Deepika being the leading lady in the film. This film also marks the directorial debut of Sajid Nadiadwala, who confirmed about Jacqueline being the leading lady opposite Salman in the film. Buzz is strife that Nadiadwala has also roped in well known international names like cinematographer Alexander Witt and stunt directors Phillipe Guegan and Spiro Razatos for Kick. Industry pundits predict that this despite having done a handful of films with well known banners, Kick will surely act as the big-ticket to fame for Jacqueline. The film is expected to go on floor from July this year.
- 5/27/2013
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Being afraid of what might be under my bed or inside my closet is a childhood fear that used to leave me frozen in terror. I assume it is part of growing up. I still remember like it was yesterday when one night in my room I cowered under my blankets because a pair of glowing red eyes were glaring back at me from the closet; the same kind that are attached to the monster in Cameron’s Closet. I guess it was fate that art would somehow imitate my life, and that I would get to interview Armand Mastroianni, the director of the film.
Jason Bene: The film is written and adapted from a 1987 novel by Gary Brandner, a horror writer who authored the novel The Howling. You previously directed the favorites He Knows You’re Alone and The Supernaturals. What made you decide to make Cameron’s Closet?...
Jason Bene: The film is written and adapted from a 1987 novel by Gary Brandner, a horror writer who authored the novel The Howling. You previously directed the favorites He Knows You’re Alone and The Supernaturals. What made you decide to make Cameron’s Closet?...
- 7/1/2011
- by Jason Bene
- Killer Films
DVD Playhouse—June 2010
By
Allen Gardner
The White Ribbon (Sony) On the eve of Ww I, a small village in Germany is struck by a series of tragic, seemingly unconnected events until the townspeople, and the audience, start to connect the dots. Shot in stark, beautiful black & white, director Michael Haneke has fashioned a haunting metaphorical drama that is as coldly chilling as anything made by Ingmar Bergman, and darkly unsettling as anything from the canon of David Lynch. A rich, tough, brilliant cinematic experience you’re not likely to forget. Also available on Blu-ray disc. Bd bonuses: Interviews with cast and crew; featurettes. Widescreen Dolby and DTS 5.1 surround.
Alice In Wonderland (Disney) Tim Burton’s take on the Lewis Carroll classic finds young Alice (Mia Wasikowska), a 19th century girl who finds herself in an unhappy engagement to a boorish suitor, tumbling down the rabbit hole into Wonderland, where she encounters magical cakes,...
By
Allen Gardner
The White Ribbon (Sony) On the eve of Ww I, a small village in Germany is struck by a series of tragic, seemingly unconnected events until the townspeople, and the audience, start to connect the dots. Shot in stark, beautiful black & white, director Michael Haneke has fashioned a haunting metaphorical drama that is as coldly chilling as anything made by Ingmar Bergman, and darkly unsettling as anything from the canon of David Lynch. A rich, tough, brilliant cinematic experience you’re not likely to forget. Also available on Blu-ray disc. Bd bonuses: Interviews with cast and crew; featurettes. Widescreen Dolby and DTS 5.1 surround.
Alice In Wonderland (Disney) Tim Burton’s take on the Lewis Carroll classic finds young Alice (Mia Wasikowska), a 19th century girl who finds herself in an unhappy engagement to a boorish suitor, tumbling down the rabbit hole into Wonderland, where she encounters magical cakes,...
- 6/23/2010
- by The Hollywood Interview.com
- The Hollywood Interview
Finally, we know why Kites is called Kites! Producer Rakesh Roshan & director Anurag Basu, makers of Kites (www.kites-thefilm.com), one of the most eagerly awaited romantic films of this summer disclose the inspiration behind their film.s title.The title and story of Kites is the brainchild of Rakesh Roshan, the man behind some of Bollywood.s most creative blockbusters..The idea for Kites came to me when I was gazing at the sky and saw two kites flying,. notes Rakesh Roshan. .It looked very romantic. It was very intriguing--the way they came close, played, almost embraced each other and then drew apart. Unaware that someone else was pulling the strings and could cut them loose. I sat down and penned a story around this idea...Kites is the metaphor of the film. Kites fly against the wind and not with it, stronger the wind blows, higher the kites fly,...
- 3/15/2010
- Filmicafe
Trust Akshay Kumar to do the unexpected! Earlier, the action superstar stumped everyone by getting unzipped by wife Twinkle Khanna at Lakme Fashion Week (However, it’s another thing that the act backfired).
And this time, he performed a breathtaking high-voltage stunt by leaping from a five storied building minus cables and landing on corrugated boxes with ease.
This adrenalin rushing sequence is his introductory scene in Sajid Nadiadwala's ‘Kambakkth Ishq’. According to sources, he plays a stuntman in the film and is performing a stunt for actor Brandon Routh (of Superman Returns fame).
Director Sabbir Khan said that the high-end action scene was coordinated by action director Spiros Razzatos, "The scene has Akshay smashing through a window of glass and falling through the fifth floor. He's the body double for Brandon.”
Talking about the scene, Sabbir said, “We rehearsed the scene with cables and wires but when it came for the final take,...
And this time, he performed a breathtaking high-voltage stunt by leaping from a five storied building minus cables and landing on corrugated boxes with ease.
This adrenalin rushing sequence is his introductory scene in Sajid Nadiadwala's ‘Kambakkth Ishq’. According to sources, he plays a stuntman in the film and is performing a stunt for actor Brandon Routh (of Superman Returns fame).
Director Sabbir Khan said that the high-end action scene was coordinated by action director Spiros Razzatos, "The scene has Akshay smashing through a window of glass and falling through the fifth floor. He's the body double for Brandon.”
Talking about the scene, Sabbir said, “We rehearsed the scene with cables and wires but when it came for the final take,...
- 4/22/2009
- by mihirkula
- India.com
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