Category: Movies

Pirates Of The Caribbean May Reboot Without Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp may have walked the plank as Jack Sparrow for the last time according to some reports. A “Pirates Of The Caribbean” exec hinted recently that the actor would not appear in the newly planned reboot of the franchise.

The 55-year-old has played Jack Sparrow in the films for the past 15 years, but he will reportedly no longer be part of the films as Disney Studios plan a reboot.

As Disney Studios confirm they are planning a major reboot for the franchise, script writer Stuart Beattie revealed in an interview with DailyMailTV that they were planning on reworking the whole franchise – and implying that Johnny Depp might not appear in the reboot.

“I think he’s had a great run”, the writer said of Johnny Depp’s 15 years playing Jack Sparrow. “Obviously, he’s made that character his own and it’s become the character he’s most famous for now. And kids all over the world love him as that character so I think it’s been great for him, it’s been great for us, so I’m just very, very happy about it.”

He went on to say that playing the pirate will be Depp’s “legacy” as “it’s the only character he’s played five times”, adding that it was the franchise that helped him to establish himself as an actor.

Screenrant reported back in August that, Disney is keen to bring Joachim Ronning back to direct a sixth Pirates movie, which would likely focus on the new, younger cast members; Brenton Thwaites as Henry Turner, and Kaya Scodelario as Carina Smyth.

According to Deadline, Disney has had early talks with Deadpool and Zombieland screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick about writing a script.

It is not known why Depp has been dropped from the Pirates Of The Caribbean franchise, but Depp’s private life has been seriously marred recently by allegations of abuse from ex-wife Amber Heard, of substance abuse, of his treatment of cast and crew, and his general behavior on set.

At this point, it’s unclear if the statements would mean the end of Depp’s role as Jack Sparrow. Only time will tell.

October 28, 2018
Guide to Mickey Mouse 90th Anniversary Worldwide Celebrations
It was all started by a mouse. Now 90 years later, we are in party-prep mode for the birthday of the one and only Mickey Mouse and there are going to be celebrations all over the world.

With a milestone as big as 90 years, one party simply will not do! That’s why Mickey’s birthday celebration will span across the globe with a series of events at all Disney Parks sites around the world, including the previously announced World’s Biggest Mouse Party – a limited-time, global celebration of Mickey and Minnie.

Walt Disney World Resort in Florida will celebrate Mickey’s birthday from November 16-18 with special merchandise and food & beverage items as well as the chance for guests to celebrate. Sing “Happy Birthday” along with the Dapper Dans on Main Street, U.S.A., and join in a special birthday dance party at Rockettower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland. Then in 2019, Walt Disney World will continue celebrating when World’s Biggest Mouse Party comes to the resort.
- Disneyland Resort in California will host a celebration cavalcade for Mickey Mouse on November 18, featuring some of his special friends and the Disneyland Band, starting at “it’s a small world” and pausing for a special moment at Sleeping Beauty Castle before continuing down Main Street, U.S.A., to Town Square. The party continues when World’s Biggest Mouse Party begins at Disneyland Resort in 2019.
- Disney Cruise Line will join the celebration when World’s Biggest Mouse Party takes to the seas in 2019.
- Shanghai Disney Resort will be the first to kick off World’s Biggest Mouse Party with a brand-new Mickey-themed float at the opening ceremony of the Shanghai Tourism Festival on September 15 to commemorate the Shanghai launch of World’s Biggest Mouse Party. At Shanghai Disneyland, a giant birthday card will be installed next to “Storytellers” statue, featuring birthday wishes from Mickey’s pals. From November 16-18, guests will enjoy themed food and merchandise offerings as well as the opportunity to sing “Happy Birthday” to Mickey just before the nighttime spectacular show each evening, all culminating with a special nighttime birthday spectacular at Enchanted Storybook Castle on November 18.
- Hong Kong Disneyland will begin its World’s Biggest Mouse Party activations on Mickey’s birthday, November 18, with commemorative park tickets, special food & beverage and merchandise, a hotel room overlay and “We Love Mickey” projection show through February 2019. And Hong Kong Disneyland guests will receive special birthday stickers, available only on November 18.
- Tokyo Disney Resort will join the celebration this fall with special decorations and merchandise.
- Disneyland Paris will celebrate the World’s Biggest Mouse Party this fall and into winter with new holiday season entertainment and special surprises.
“As Walt said, ‘I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing—that it was all started by a mouse’,” said Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products. “From ‘The True Original Exhibition’ to a year-long celebration in our parks around the world, we are honoring the deep connection that families and fans have made with Mickey and Minnie Mouse for nearly a century.”

Mickey’s 90th is definitely a “mouse”-do this fall! With so many birthday parties to choose from, one question remains: which will you be a part of?
October 23, 2018
New L’Oréal and Mary Poppins Returns Lipstick is Practically Perfect
L’Oréal Paris and Disney are teaming up to celebrate the release of Mary Poppins returns this December. To celebrate the release they are launching a range of Mary Poppins themed Colour Riche Lipsticks that will have you saying supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!

L’Oreal x Mary Poppins Returns Colour Riche Lipstick is an exclusive collection dedicated to the Mary Poppins Returns movie and each of them arrives in a unique Mary Poppins inspired case.

The special new collection includes 7 ultra-feminine shades. Take a look at each one below:
- Colour Riche 344 Retro Red
- Colour Riche 346 Scarlet Silhouette
- Colour Riche 636 Mahogany Studs
- Colour Riche 345 Cherry Crystal
- Colour Riche 364 16 Place Vendome
- Colour Riche 342 Copper Crystal
- Colour Riche 265 Rose Perle
Even better than purchasing them separately, these beauties also come in a box set. The box is inspired by Mary Poppins’ bottomless carpetbag, and it opens to reveal a charming interior inspired by the home of the Banks family.

Currently the lipstick collection is only available in Italy, with Colour Riche 265 and the Box Set being sold exclusively on Amazon. The set is sold for EUR 69,99, while each of the lipsticks comes with a price tag of EUR 12,99.

While there is no word on if the set will be released in the U.S., you can still find the collection on eBay.
October 23, 2018
‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ Getting a Sneak Peak at Disney Parks

For a limited time next month, guests visiting Disney Parks will be able to preview a sequence from Disney’s new animated adventure “Ralph Breaks the Internet” in sneak peeks planned for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts.

Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will get to see this advance look at a portion of the film, starting Friday, November 2, as part of the Walt Disney Presents attraction.

At Disneyland park, the preview of “Ralph Breaks the Internet” will be shown in 3D at the Tomorrowland Theater. This limited sneak peek experience will be presented by Mailchimp at Disneyland Resort, November 9 – December 9.

In “Ralph Breaks the Internet,” video-game bad guy Ralph and best friend Vanellope leave the comforts of Litwak’s arcade in an attempt to save her game. Their quest takes them to the vast world of the internet, a world Vanellope wholeheartedly embraces – so much so that Ralph worries he may lose the only friend he’s ever had.

Take a look at the latest trailer for “Ralph Breaks the Internet,” and be sure to head to Disney Parks for this limited-time sneak peek as you get hyped for the film’s big release on November 21!

October 21, 2018
Keira Knightley Bans Her Daughter From Seeing These Disney Movies

Keira Knightley, best known for her role as Elizabeth Swann in Pirates of the Caribbean, is a Disney regular at this point. She is also starring in Disney’s upcoming “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms,” but that doesn’t mean she agrees with the messages in every Disney movie the studio has released.

The 33-year-old British actress was recently on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” and she says her 3-year-old daughter, Edie Knightley Righton, is “banned” from watching certain Disney movies.

On the list is the 1950 animated classic “Cinderella.” “Banned,” Knightley said, “because she waits around for a rich guy to rescue her. Don’t! Rescue yourself, obviously!” Take a look at the interview below.

Another film to make the banned list is “The Little Mermaid.” This one has her “quite annoyed,” says Knightley, “because I really like the film.”

“I mean, the songs are great, but do not give your voice up for a man. Hello!” she told host Ellen DeGeneres. “But the problem with ‘The Little Mermaid’ is I love ‘The Little Mermaid!’ That one’s a little tricky — but I’m keeping to it.”

Knightley’s passionate take on the feminist issues surrounding princess plots is no surprise, as she recently contributed an essay about giving birth to the book Feminists Don’t Wear Pink and Other Lies.

October 18, 2018
Disney Debuts First Live-Action Aladdin Teaser Trailer

This genie cannot go back in the bottle! Disney has released the first teaser trailer for the live-action remake of Aladdin and it is stunningly magical.

The 1992 animated hit that earned more than $500 million worldwide doesn’t give much away, but we do get a glimpse of Aladdin himself going through the magical cave and laying his hands on the Genie’s lamp.

We hear a familiar voice posing a warning to Aladdin before he goes inside: “Only one may enter here. One whose worth lies far within. The diamond in the rough.” Take a look at the entire teaser below.

Based on a tale from The Arabian Nights, the film is a live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic. The Guy Ritchie film stars Egypt-born Canadian actor Mena Massoud as Aladdin, alongside Will Smith as the Genie. It hits theaters on May 24, 2019.

October 12, 2018
‘Lilo & Stitch’ Is Getting a Live-Action Remake at Disney

If you’re a fan of everybody’s favorite blue alien then we have some out of this galaxy news for you! The 2002 animated classic “Lilo and Stitch” is getting a live-action remake.

Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, who are working on the live-action remake of “Aladdin,” will be producing and the studio has hired Mike Van Waes to write the script., according to The Hollywood Reporter. The production will be a hybrid of live-action and CG.

The story of “Lilo and Stitch” is set in Hawaii and tells the story of a lonely young girl and her close encounter with the galaxy’s most wanted extraterrestrial who she mistakes for a dog. Through her love, faith and unwavering belief in ohana, the Hawaiian concept of family, Lilo helps unlock Stitch’s heart and gives him the ability to care for someone else.

Though “Lilo & Stitch” wasn’t a success at the box office, it still became a cult classic spawning multiple direct-to-video sequels as well as television series. Lilo & Stitch was released on June 21, 2002 to positive reviews and was nominated for the 2002 Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

October 3, 2018
‘Star Wars’ Chief Kathleen Kennedy’s Lucasfilm Deal Extended for Three Years

The force is strong with Kathleen Kennedy who took command of Lucasfilm after Disney’s $4 billion acquisition from George Lucas in 2012. Kennedy has renewed her contract to remain president of Lucasfilm for another three years, through 2021.

The move is a vote of confidence in Kennedy, who has had a tumultuous year following the disappointing box office returns that “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” suffered and behind-the-scenes drama after the studio dismissed directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller well into production. They were replaced by Ron Howard, who was tasked with bringing home the pricey standalone which came with a $250 million price tag.

Kennedy weathered the storm following the drama and backlash, but many fans were left contemplating what her future with the company would be.

Kennedy’s stamp has been on every project post-Disney, including the behemoth “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” Gareth Edwards’ “Rogue One,” and Rian Johnson’s “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.”

A spinoff development slate, which included a possible standalone for “Star Wars” character Boba Fett, has been shelved. Her attention will now be directed to a new core trilogy beginning with “Star Wars: Episode IX” directed by J.J. Abrams.

Kennedy counts eight Academy Award nominations for Best Picture as a producer, including films like “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.”

September 29, 2018
Whoopi Goldberg Confirms Role in Disney’s ‘Sister Act’ Reboot

The “Sister Act franchise is making a comeback, and franchise star Whoopi Goldberg will also be returning, but not in the way you think as the iconic actress will only have a cameo in the film.

Last year, a star-studded reunion with the original cast from “Sister Act,” aired on “The View” in celebration of the films 25th anniversary. “The View” moderator Whoopi Goldberg was asked if she would be on board for a “Sister Act 3?” “Well yeah, I would,” she replied. “It would take a script and Marc Shaiman.”

Though the direction of the film wasn’t clear at the time, Whoopi revealed last week during interview on Good Morning Britain that there will not be a “Sister Act 3”, but a reboot of the series.

Whoopi was asked if fans would ever get to see Sister Act 3 happen. “So we’ve been all over Disney begging and they’ve decided that they are going to go in a different direction with Sister Act,” Goldberg said. “So it won’t be Sister Act 3 it will be a brand new rendition of Sister Act.”

Goldberg said she would probably only have a cameo role in the movie, adding: “I guess I’ll walk through a scene and that’s how they’ll say I was part of it.”

Though Whoopi Goldberg has a ton of iconic roles under her nun’s habit, the character of Deloris Van Cartier is perhaps the most beloved of the bunch, aside from those deranged lunatics who love dinophobe detective Katie Coltrane in Theodore Rex. Fans have wanted to see Sister Act 3 for years.

It’s been 25 years since 1993’s “Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit”, which starred Goldberg alongside Lauryn Hill. The film built on the introduction of Deloris Van Cartier, aka Sister Mary Clarence, in the first “Sister Act”, released in 1992.

Sister Act was a critical and box office success, making more than $319 million worldwide making it one of the highest grossing movies of 1992 and sequel “Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit” followed in 1993.

September 29, 2018
Tim Allen Says Toy Story 4 Is ‘So Emotional’ He ‘Couldn’t Even Get Through the Last Scene’

Tim Allen, who has voiced Buzz Lightyear in every Toy Story film, recently appeared on The Talk on Wednesday, where he discussed the upcoming fourth installment of the franchise. Tim Allen wouldn’t reveal any plot details for the film, but he did tell them how emotional this story is.

Pixar is keeping details pertaining to the plot and characters under wraps, but it should be a good sign that 65-year-old actor, who has portrayed Buzz Lightyear throughout the films, seems genuinely touched by the story.

He was asked if he was hard at work on the beloved film by co-host Sara Gilbert and Allen replied, “Yes, I gotta resist getting emotional. I don’t want to give it away, but this is an incredibly great story. It is so emotional, it’s so funny, it’s so big, the idea they’ve come up with, I’m startled. I couldn’t even get through the last scene.” Take a look at the interview below.

He said he wished he could be a “Washington leaker,” but he stopped himself, explaining, “I just can’t do it. I can’t give any more away. They’ve got great characters but a couple of scenes toward the end were really hard to get through.”

Many of the iconic characters that first captured audiences in 1995 return to the screen in Toy Story 4.

Tom Hanks returns as the voice of Woody, while Joan Cusack, Bonnie Hunt and Laurie Metcalf reprise their roles of Jessie, Dolly and Mrs. Davis, respectively. Randy Newman also returns as the composer of the film. He was nominated for Best Original Song in 1996 for the film’s theme song “You’ve Got a Friend in Me.”

Josh Cooley is now helming the film after John Lasseter stepped down from the project and Stephany Folsom has been tapped to pen the next installment of the franchise after, actress Rashida Jones left due to “creative and philosophical differences” in November 2017.

Disney-Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” hits theaters June 21, 2019.

September 27, 2018