Laurence Fishburne has revealed that filming The Matrix was "physically painful" and "arduous," contrasting it with the perceived ease of the sequel, The Matrix Reloaded. He explained that the initial film required extensive training for the actors to learn martial arts and wire work, which was a completely new and demanding experience for him. Fishburne particularly highlighted the physical toll of hanging in harnesses for long periods during the wire-fu sequences. Despite the discomfort, he noted that the cast and crew were driven by a shared vision to create something "special."

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The Peaky Blinders movie, officially titled Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, is confirmed to be released in the summer of 2026. Cillian Murphy is set to reprise his role as Tommy Shelby. The film will be directed by Tom Harper, who previously helmed episodes of the original series, with series creator Steven Knight writing the screenplay. A teaser poster for the movie has also been revealed.

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Netflix has acquired Warner Bros. and HBO Max in an $82 billion deal, creating a massive new entertainment conglomerate. This acquisition means that Netflix will now own iconic franchises such as the DC Universe, Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, and the entire HBO and Cartoon Network libraries. The move positions Netflix as a dominant force in the streaming landscape, potentially leading to a significant increase in subscription prices and a shake-up in the industry as other studios consider similar mergers.

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Cynthia Erivo has addressed the online discourse surrounding Elphaba's "sex cardigan" in Wicked: For Good, particularly during the intimate scene with Fiyero (Jonathan Bailey). Erivo explained that the intention behind the cardigan and the scene was to show a softer, more comfortable, and human side of Elphaba, removing her "armor" to portray her as worthy of love and intimate moments, rather than to sexualize her. The scene, which also features a nearly shirtless Fiyero, aims for mutual respect and attraction.

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Vin Diesel is set to write, produce, and star in a live-action film adaptation of the classic Mattel game, Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots. Diesel will play a former boxer who teams up with his estranged daughter to save the world when advanced robots go rogue. The film, which has a script co-written by Diesel, is described as a family-friendly action-adventure. Kevin McKeon, Josh Waldron, and Adam London will executive produce for Mattel Films, with Samantha Vincent also producing for One Race Films. The project is currently seeking a distributor.

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A potential Men in Black sequel is being discussed, with Will Smith's return to the franchise being considered. The original trilogy's producer, Laurie MacDonald, revealed that Will Smith recently expressed a strong interest in returning to his role as Agent J. While there have been previous attempts to reboot or continue the series without Smith, including Men in Black: International, this new development suggests a renewed focus on bringing back the original star. However, no concrete plans or production timelines have been announced.

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Columbia Sportswear has unveiled its new Star Wars Endor Collection, featuring functional and stylish apparel inspired by the forest moon from Return of the Jedi. The collection includes an authentic replica of the Endor Rebel Trooper Poncho, priced at $300, which is waterproof and breathable with a removable hood. Other items include a forest-inspired pullover anorak, a graphic tee, and a baseball cap with embroidered details. The collection will be available on Columbia's website and in select stores starting December 6 at 9:01 p.m. PT.

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Scarlett Johansson is reportedly in talks to join the cast of Matt Reeves' The Batman Part II in an unspecified role. While details are scarce, this would mark Johansson's first foray into the DC Universe after her extensive career in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Black Widow. Production on the sequel is expected to begin in 2025 for a planned 2026 release.

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James Cameron has stated that he has banned the use of generative AI in his upcoming film, Avatar: Fire and Ash. Despite the Avatar movies being heavily reliant on CGI, Cameron emphasized his commitment to honoring actors and not replacing them with AI-generated performances. While he expressed some neutrality towards generative AI in general, he called the prospect of creating actors and performances from scratch with a text prompt "horrifying." As the director of the Terminator films, which cautioned against unregulated artificial intelligence, Cameron's stance highlights his concern about the existential threat posed by large-scale AI.

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Quentin Tarantino has revealed his top 20 films of the 21st century so far, a list he shared on The Bret Easton Ellis Podcast. His selections are a diverse mix, including expected titles like Ridley Scott's Black Hawk Down (2001) and Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk (2017), alongside more surprising choices such as Toy Story 3 (2010), Jackass: The Movie (2002), and School of Rock (2003). Tarantino's commentary on his choices included a strong critique of The Hunger Games for allegedly ripping off Battle Royale, and pointed remarks about Owen Wilson in Midnight in Paris and Paul Dano's performance in There Will Be Blood.

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