Tag: Staff News

Joby Harold to Write Obi-Wan Series

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Variety has reported that Joby Harold has been hired to write the Disney+ Obi-Wan series. Earlier last year it was reported that Hossein Amini would be the head writer for the series, although he has since left the project. Outside of Amini, it was reported that Ewan McGregor, Kathleen Kennedy, Tracey Seaward, John Swartz and Jason McGatlin were announced as producers on the project. Additionally, production for the project was initially set to start in August 2020, however it is now set to start production in January 2021. No other details are confirmed at this time…

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Deborah Chow to Direct Disney+ “Obi-Wan Kenobi” Series

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The official Star Wars website has updated with an announcement that Deborah Chow will be directing the upcoming Disney+ exclusive series based on Obi Wan Kenobi. Hossein Amini will be working as the writer on the project. Chow will serve double duty as an executive producer with the help of Amini, Ewan McGregor, Kathleen Kennedy, Tracey Seaward, and John Swartz. Lucasfilm’s Executive Vice President of Production, Jason McGatlin, will work as the co-producer. Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy had this to say about her inclusion on the project. “We really wanted to select a director who is able to explore both the quiet…

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Chin Han & Hiroyuki Sanada Join New Line’s “Mortal Kombat”

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Variety has reported that Chin Han and Hiroyuki Sanada are the latest additions to the cast for New Line’s “Mortal Kombat.” Chin will be portraying Shang Tsung while Hiroyuki will be playing Scorpion. The confirmed cast of the film so far includes: Joe Taslim: Sub-Zero Mehcad Brooks: Jackson ‘Jax’ Briggs Sisi Stringer: Mileena Ludi Lin: Liu Kang Tadanobu Asano: Raiden Lewis Tan: TBA Jessica McNamee: Sonya Blade Josh Lawson: Kano Chin Han : Shan Tsung Hiroyuki Sanada: Scorpion Earlier it was reported that Simon McQuoid will be making his directorial debut with the project and the current screenplay for the…

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Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee and Josh Lawson Join New Line’s ‘Mortal Kombat’ Cast

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Deadline has reported that Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, and Josh Lawson have joined the cast of New Line’s Mortal Kombat film. While Tan’s role has not been confirmed at this time, Jessica and Josh will be portraying Sonya Blade and Kano, respectively. The confirmed cast of the film so far includes: Joe Taslim: Sub-Zero Mehcad Brooks: Jackson ‘Jax’ Briggs Sisi Stringer: Mileena Ludi Lin: Liu Kang Tadanobu Asano: Raiden Lewis Tan: TBA Jessica McNamee: Sonya Blade Josh Lawson: Kano Earlier it was reported that Simon McQuoid will be making his directorial debut with the project and the current screenplay…

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New Cast Members Announced For New Line’s “Mortal Kombat”

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The Hollywood Reporter has reported that Mehcad Brooks, Tadanobu Asano, Sisi Stringer, and Ludi Lin have join the cast of New Line’s Mortal Kombat. The revealed cast are set to portray the following characters: Mehcad Brooks: Jackson ‘Jax’ Briggs Sisi Stringer: Mileena Ludi Lin: Liu Kang Tadanobu Asano: Raiden The revealed cast members will be joining the previously revealed cast member, Joe Taslilm, will be portraying Sub-Zero. Earlier it was reported that Simon McQuoid will be making his directorial debut with the project and the current screenplay for the film was written by Greg Russo. Todd Garner will be…

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Taika Waititi to Direct Thor 4

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The Hollywood Reporter has reported that Taika Waititi will be returning to delve into the world of Thor once more as the director of the fourth film. For those who are not aware, Taika was the director of the third film installment based on the “God of Thunder” titled, “Thor: Ragnarok.”   Unfortunately it seems the project has caused Warner Bros. to delay the Akira project, however fans will at least be able to see the fourth Thor film as it slated to released on May 21, 2021.  No other details are confirmed at this time so stay tuned…

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‘Mortal Kombat’ Movie’s Subzero Casted

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The Hollywood Reporter has reported that actor/martial artist Joe Taslim has been cast as Subzero in the upcoming live-action Mortal Kombat film that is being produced by James Wan with the help of his production studio, Atomic Monster. Earlier it was reported that Simon McQuoid will be making his directorial debut with the project and Greg Russo will be working on screenplay. Todd Garner has also joined the project as the producer with Larry Kasanoff, E. Bennett Walsh, Michael Clear and Sean Robins working as executive producers. No other details are confirmed about the project at this…

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BiSH & Miyuu Perform Fairy Tail: Final Season Anime’s New Theme Songs

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The official Fairy Tail website has revealed that BiSH will be performing the new opening theme song for the anime titled, “More Than Like.” Additionally it has also been revealed that Miyuu will be performing the new ending theme song titled, “Exceed.” Both themes will premiere with the episode that will air on July 7. The currently running theme song titled, “NO-Limit,” is performed by Osaka☆Shunkashūto, while the ending theme song, “Lullaby for Me and You (Boku to Kimi no Lullaby), is performed by Miyuna. The final season of the anime premiered in Japan on October 7. The series is also being simulcast…

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James Wan-Produced ‘Mortal Kombat’ Movie Greenlit

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Variety has reported that the new live-action film based on the Mortal Kombat game franchise is set to begin pre-production this month in Australia. James Wan will be producing the film at New Line Cinema. The news was confirmed by Steven Marshall, premier of South Australia.   Simon McQuoid will be making his directorial debut on the project and Greg Russo is set to write the screenplay.   Marshall had this to say about the project. “’Mortal Kombat’ will be the largest film production in South Australia’s history and highlights the importance of engaging with the world’s major…

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Beyblade Burst GT Anime Details Revealed

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The official Beyblade Burst GT (Gatchi) website has updated with new details for the upcoming net anime. First the website revealed the staff for the series. The staff includes: Katsuhito Akiyama: Chief Director Kentaro Yamaguchi: Director Hideki Sonoda: Series Scripts Toshiaki Ōhashi: Character Designer D-Rights: Production Next the website revealed that Kei Iwasaki will be performing the anime’s theme song titled, “Gatti’n’Roll!!” Thirdly, several cast members were revealed, which include: Megumi Han: Drum Kōryū Atsushi Abe: Amane Kusaba Natsuki Hanae: Fumiya Kanemichi Kensho Ono: Delta Akane Marina Inoue: Valt Aoi The series will premiere on…

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