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  • Cate Blanchett explains how Oscar hopeful 'Tár' addresses cancel culture: 'It doesn't provide any easy answers'

    Todd Field's expansive, absorbing new drama blurs the lines between fact and fiction by rigorously exploring real world issues that are playing out in real time right now.

  • ‘Squid Game’s Hoyeon to Join Cate Blanchett, Kevin Kline For Apple TV+ Series ‘Disclaimer’

    Recent SAG Award-winner Hoyeon (Squid Game) has joined the cast of Apple TV+’s upcoming thriller series Disclaimer, and will appear opposite stars Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline. The series, based on the novel by Renee Knight, hails from Roma helmer Alfonso Cuarón, who writes and directs the series. Disclaimer stars Blanchett as Catherine Ravenscroft, a […]

  • Kevin Hart Joins Cate Blanchett in ‘Borderlands’ Video Game Adaptation

    Kevin Hart has officially joined the cast of “Borderlands,” the adaptation of the popular video game franchise that will star Cate Blanchett and is being directed by Eli Roth. Hart was first rumored to be involved in the film back in December by The Illuminerdi, and his deal has now closed after months of negotiations. Hart will play Roland, a skilled ex-soldier turned mercenary, in what will be a more dramatic turn for the comedian. “I’m thrilled to be working with Kevin,” Roth said in a statement. “‘Borderlands’ is a different kind of role for him, and we are excited to thrill audiences with a side of Kevin they’ve never seen before. He’s going to be an amazing Roland.” Also Read: Kevin Hart Signs Megadeal With Netflix to Star in and Produce at Least 4 Films “Borderlands” is based on the PC and console trilogy from Gearbox Software and publisher 2K. The series is a visceral first-person shooter and roleplaying game about four “Vault Hunters” on a planet called Pandora who battle against local bandits and marauders in their search for a hidden vault rumored to contain advanced alien technology. The “Borderlands” games have sold 66 million units sold-in worldwide, including over 24 million units of “Borderlands 2,” which is the highest selling title in the history of 2K. The most recent installment, “Borderlands 3,” launched in September 2019 and was recently released for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. “Borderlands 3” has sold more than 11 million units worldwide and was honored with the award for Best Multiplayer Game at Gamescom 2019 and Best Ongoing Game at Gamescom 2020. The latest draft of the screenplay for the “Borderlands” film is by “Chernobyl’s” Craig Mazin. Avi Arad and Ari Arad are producing through their Arad Productions banner, with Erik Feig also producing through Picturestart. Also Read: Kevin Hart, Wesley Snipes to Star as Brothers in Netflix Limited Series 'True Story' The film’s executive producers are Randy Pitchford, executive producer of the “Borderlands” video game franchise and founder of the Gearbox Entertainment Company, and Strauss Zelnick, chairman and CEO of Take-Two Interactive. James Myers and Aaron Edmonds are overseeing the project on behalf of Lionsgate. Emmy Yu is overseeing the film for Arad Productions. Lucy Kitada and Royce Reeves-Darby are overseeing the project for Picturestart. Hart recently signed a massive film deal with Netflix to star in and produce at least four films, after his stand-up special “Zero F***s Given” was viewed by 21 million homes in its first four weeks and was one of the most watched stand-up specials on the service. He’ll also be seen in “The Man From Toronto” from Sony. Robert Melnik negotiated the deal on behalf of Lionsgate. Hart is represented by 3 Arts, UTA, Viewpoint and Schreck Rose Dapello Adams Berlin & Dunham. Read original story Kevin Hart Joins Cate Blanchett in ‘Borderlands’ Video Game Adaptation At TheWrap

  • Emmys: Cate Blanchett, Lupita Nyong’o, Octavia Spencer, Anna Kendrick, Zendaya Among 42 First-Time Nominees

    Dozens of 2020 Primetime Emmy nominees are celebrating their first-ever nods. They include Cate Blanchett for her work in Mrs. America, Lupita Nyong'o for Serengetti, Octavia Spencer for Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker, Anna Kendrick for Dummy and Zendaya for Euphoria. The complete list follows below, including the programs for […]

  • Emmys: Where’s My Show? Why New Favorites Like ‘I May Destroy You’ Aren’t Nominated In 2020, And How COVID-19 Fallout Will Linger

    It's the jarring thought many face each year on Emmy nominations day as shows receive their just plaudits in the noms: what happened to that great show I was just watching? The one everyone's talking about right now. Why isn't it nominated? It's easy to forget that Emmy's eligibility window comes to a close on […]