The article discusses the first trailer release for "The Rip," a new film starring and produced by Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's Artists Equity. While the article title suggests a trailer for "The Rip," the content provided in the article itself does not describe "The Rip" but rather focuses on their previous collaboration, "Air." It details how "Air" became a successful venture for their company, highlighting their strategy of sharing profits with the cast and crew. The article appears to have a discrepancy between its headline and its body content, focusing on the success of "Air" rather than providing details or a summary of a trailer for a film called "The Rip."

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The article further explores Bryan Fuller's experience working with Mads Mikkelsen on their new horror film Dust Bunny, focusing on a humorous anecdote. Fuller recounts a moment where Mikkelsen, known for his intense on-screen presence, surprised the cast and crew with his unexpected comedic timing during a scene. This lighthearted revelation showcases a different side of their working relationship and Mikkelsen's versatility as an actor, contrasting with his often serious roles. The anecdote emphasizes the enjoyable and creative atmosphere on the set of Dust Bunny.

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The article features an interview with Bryan Fuller, discussing his new horror film Dust Bunny, which reunites him with Hannibal star Mads Mikkelsen. Fuller expresses his excitement about working with Mikkelsen again, highlighting their strong friendship and creative chemistry. He describes Dust Bunny as a "fable of childhood terror" and reveals that Mikkelsen will play a "charming yet sinister" villain. The interview also touches on the collaborative process and the unique dynamic Fuller and Mikkelsen share, promising a thrilling new project for fans of their previous work.

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The Russo Brothers, directors of several MCU films, posted a cryptic image of a "Doomsday Clock" with the Marvel logo on their Instagram stories, leading to widespread speculation among fans. The image shows the clock at one minute to midnight, a classic symbol of impending catastrophe, and the caption "Wish you were here." This has fueled rumors and theories about their potential return to Marvel for a new project, possibly related to "Avengers: Secret Wars" or another major event, though no official announcements have been made.

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The article discusses Alan Ritchson's disinterest in playing Aquaman in James Gunn's new DC Universe, despite popular fan casting. Ritchson, known for his role as Jack Reacher, acknowledges the fan support but states he's happy with his current role and doesn't want to take on a role that Jason Momoa has "crushed." He also mentions his past experience playing Aquaman in "Smallville" and expresses excitement for Momoa's potential future in the DCU, perhaps even as a different character like Lobo.

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The second trailer for Benny Safdie's film The Smashing Machine has been released, showcasing Dwayne Johnson in a dramatic transformation as real-life MMA legend Mark Kerr. The film also reunites Johnson with Jungle Cruise co-star Emily Blunt, who plays Kerr's wife, Dawn Staples. The Smashing Machine, which premiered at the Venice International Film Festival where Safdie won the Silver Lion for Best Director, and also screened at the Toronto International Film Festival, is generating Oscar buzz for its serious tone and character-driven narrative. The A24 film is scheduled for release in theaters on October 3, 2025.

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The article highlights that The Rocky Horror Picture Show is celebrating its 50th anniversary, having run continuously in theaters for five decades, excluding a brief pandemic interruption. Originally a successful off-Broadway musical, the film initially flopped upon its 1975 release due to marketing challenges for its sexually free and queer themes. However, it found new life as a midnight movie, attracting a cult following of outcasts and party-goers worldwide. A recent CBS Sunday Morning segment featured original cast members like Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, and Tim Curry, with Curry giving a rare interview about his character's lasting impact. The film's themes of escapism and sexual identity are considered more relevant than ever today. The Rocky Horror Picture Show continues to play at midnight screenings and will be released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on October 7.

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The article highlights that The Rocky Horror Picture Show is celebrating its 50th anniversary, having run continuously in theaters for five decades, excluding a brief pandemic interruption[1]. Originally a successful off-Broadway musical, the film initially flopped upon its 1975 release due to marketing challenges for its sexually free and queer themes[1]. However, it found new life as a midnight movie, attracting a cult following of outcasts and party-goers worldwide[1]. A recent CBS Sunday Morning segment featured original cast members like Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, and Tim Curry, with Curry giving a rare interview about his character's lasting impact[1]. The film's themes of escapism and sexual identity are considered more relevant than ever today[1]. The Rocky Horror Picture Show continues to play at midnight screenings and will be released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on October 7[1].

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The head of Universal Pictures, Donna Langley, has expressed regret over the decision to send characters into space in F9: The Fast Saga, stating, "I'm sorry that we sent them into space. We can never get that genie back."[1] She acknowledged that while the franchise needed to evolve, the "globe-trotting heist scenario" was a successful pivot that significantly boosted box office numbers, with Furious 7 and The Fate of the Furious each grossing over a billion dollars globally.[1] Langley's comments, made at the Toronto Film Festival, highlight a recognition that this particular creative choice for the ninth film was a step too far for many fans, potentially contributing to the declining box office for subsequent installments, despite still earning substantial revenue.[1]The head of Universal Pictures, Donna Langley, has publicly regretted the decision to send characters into space in F9: The Fast Saga, admitting, "I'm sorry that we sent them into space. We can never get that genie back."[1] Speaking at the Toronto Film Festival, Langley acknowledged that while the Fast & Furious franchise successfully expanded by pivoting to a "globe-trotting heist scenario," which led to billion-dollar box office successes for Furious 7 and The Fate of the Furious, the space plotline was a misstep that many fans found too outlandish and potentially contributed to declining box office numbers for later films.

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Ryan Reynolds has finally admitted to being the person who leaked the test footage for Deadpool, an act he calls "cheating a little" but credits with getting the R-rated film greenlit by 20th Century Fox. The leak of the computer-generated test footage, which featured Reynolds' voice, generated significant fan excitement and ultimately convinced the studio to move forward with the movie, despite their initial hesitation after X-Men Origins: Wolverine. The 2016 film, made on a relatively small budget of $58 million, went on to earn over $780 million worldwide, solidifying Deadpool as a popular cinematic superhero.[1]Ryan Reynolds has admitted that he was responsible for leaking the original Deadpool test footage, an act he describes as "cheating a little" but ultimately essential for the film's success.[1] The leak of the R-rated, comic-accurate footage, which showcased the tone and violence intended for the movie, generated significant fan enthusiasm.[1] This fan reaction ultimately convinced 20th Century Fox, who had been hesitant after X-Men Origins: Wolverine, to greenlight the film.[1] The 2016 Deadpool movie, made with a budget of $58 million, went on to gross over $780 million worldwide.

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