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Best friends! Salma Hayek calls pal Angelina Jolie 'best director' she has worked with as they shoot Without Blood... after bonding on The Eternals

Details: Published on Monday, 15 August 2022 13:32; Written by Daily mail

Angeline Jolie and Salma Hayek have become best friends.This week Hayek called Jolie one of the best directors she has ever worked with as the ex of Brad Pitt has been directing the Latin superstar in the film Without Blood in Rome this summer, according to People.The A listers bonded when they co-starred in the 2021 Marvel film The Eternals.'She is probably the best director I have ever worked with, and I have worked with some pretty good ones,' said Hayek who has appeared in Robert Rodriguez's From Dusk Till Dawn and Steven Soderbergh's Traffic.'I've always loved her as a director, but I think this might be her best, or one of the best,' said the mother of one.Without Blood is a drama with the press release sharing: 'An unforgettable fable set in the aftermath of an unidentified conflict, it explores universal truths about war, trauma, memory, and healing.'In September the Oscar-winning Maleficent actress was seen with the Frida star during her 55th birthday celebrations.Jolie even participated as the Hollywood beauty let her face be pushed into a white cake while her pals chanted 'Mordida.'Mordida - which means 'bite' in Spanish - is a Mexican tradition at birthday parties. Usually the person who is having the birthday gets their hands pulled back while their face is pushed into the cake, which is typically a fluffy and creamy tres leches.The guests yell Mordida! over and over. And Angelina was seen doing some of the pushing herself as her hand was on Salma's back.Jolie was dressed in all black with black high heels with her long brunette hair worn down as she joined in the chant.Hayek was in blue with boots and a long necklace and her dark hair down.The family chanted Mordida as Hayek gets nervous for the dunk but seems prepared as she holds her locks back.'My brother @hayekstudio and me trying to teach Angie how to do the mexican mordida @angelinajolie Mi hermano sami y yo enseñandole a #anjelinajolie como se hace la mordida!' wrote the mother-of-one in her caption. The Eternals is an action movie about a race of immortal beings with superhuman powers who have secretly lived on Earth for thousands of years, reunite to battle the evil Deviants.Jolie plays Thena and Hayek is Ajak. The superstar has still be involved in a custody fight with ex Pitt.Together they have raised six kids: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Vivienne and Knox.This week Brad has been talking up his kids while promoting Bullet Train. He said Shiloh was 'beautiful' and Zahara was 'smart.'

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Angelina Jolie wears white smock dress while directing new movie Without Blood in Rome where she's joined by cast member Salma Hayek who looks stylish in black

Details: Published on Sunday, 10 July 2022 15:25; Written by Daily mail

Angelina Jolie was ready for action as she threw herself into her directing role on the set of upcoming film Without Blood as the cast and crew filmed at night on the streets of Rome, Italy. The screen star, 47, who is taking a step back from acting and focusing on filmmaking, appeared in her element as she got into work mode, clad with headphones and a radio. She was joined by fellow actress Salma Hayek, 55, who was seen in full costume as she filmed scenes for the movie.Angelina wore a white smock dress in the Italian capital along with a pair of sandals and, at times, a mask in a bid to keep herself and others safe from coronavirus. She was seen chatting to members of the crew and was surrounded by filming equipment on set. Salma wore a black dress and had her hair styled in waves, with her tresses pinned down by silver clips. The pair were in good spirits as they chatted during a break from filming. Without Blood is based on the international-bestselling novel of the same name by Italian writer Alessandro Baricco - with Angelina set to write, direct and produce it. While the detailed plot of the film has not been revealed, the book focuses on the brutality of war, and a young girl's search for healing after an act of violence occurs. Mexican actor Demián Bichir is also set to star in the film alongside Salma. Speaking after the film was announced, Angelina said: 'I'm honoured to be here in Italy to bring this very special material to film, and to have been entrusted by Alessandro Baricco with the adaptation of his book — with its unique poetry and emotion and way of looking at war, and the questions it poses about what we search for after trauma or loss or injustice.' Jennifer Mullin, Global CEO at Freemantle, added: 'We are excited to work with [Angelina] and the incredible international team she has assembled. 'This project underlines Fremantle's ongoing commitment to producing high-quality feature films and original dramas working with the very best talent from across the globe.' In February 2017, Angelina was said to be developing Without Blood with a view to direct.

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Angelina Jolie dons a black face mask and gauzy white ensemble as she directs her upcoming film Without Blood on location in Italy

Details: Published on Tuesday, 14 June 2022 03:33; Written by Daily mail

Angelina Jolie was spotted on the set of her next directorial outing Without Blood on Monday.The 47-year-old actress donned a gauzy white ensemble and covered her face with a black mask as she mingled with production crew at a fortified farmhouse in Crispiano, Italy. The Academy Award winner's airy outfit was comprised of a sleeveless long top that featured a sheer-paneled collar and wide-legged pants.The brunette beauty wore her long locks tied back into a low topknot underneath a straw hat that had a black ribbon.The Mr. and Mrs. Smith star accessorized with a delicate gold necklace and a gold watch.The Eternals performer was surrounded by production staff as she walked around the grounds of the fortified farmhouse, which known as a 'masseria' in the Puglia region of Italy. She was seen standing next to an older actor who appeared to have bloody makeup on his forehead. Last week, the Hollywood Reporter confirmed that production on the movie was underway.Per THR, Angelina is writing and producing the project with filming taking place in the Puglia and Basilicata regions of southern Italy. The three-time Golden Globe winner also wrote the screenplay which is based the best-selling novel of the same name by Italian author Alessandro Baricco.Angelina's Eternals costar Salma Hayek Pinault and Mexican actor Demián Bichir are set to star in the film, which is described as 'the story of a girl's quest for revenge and healing during a time of conflict.'In a statement, the Salt star said 'I'm honored to be here in Italy to bring this very special material to film, and to have been entrusted by Alessandro Baricco with the adaptation of his book — with its unique poetry and emotion and way of looking at war, and the questions it poses about what we search for after trauma or loss or injustice.'Without Blood will be produced by Freemantle, Jolie Productions, The Apartment Pictures, a Fremantle company, and De Maio Entertainment with Freemantle handling distribution.The movie is the first project of a three-year deal that Angelina struck with Freemantle to star in and produce multiple films, TV shows and documentaries. In a statement, the Maleficent star said the 'freedom to tell important stories and bring them to a global audience' is at the heart of the deal. She added: 'I am excited to be working with such a passionate and forward-looking team that has an international perspective.'According to Deadline, the projects handed to Jolie in the deal will be decided on a 'case-by-case basis' as she 'seeks to tell stories that are sophisticated, powerful and internationally focused, including local language projects.' Fremantle's Global CEO Jennifer Mullin said: 'Fremantle and Angelina share the passion and ambition of telling compelling stories from everywhere in the world, for everyone in the world.''We embrace and support the creative independence of our partners and look forward to working with Angelina to bring powerful and unique stories to a global audience.'

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Director Chloe Zhao was ‘nervous to work with Angelina Jolie in Eternals'

Details: Published on Monday, 10 January 2022 05:51; Written by Irish News

Director Chloe Zhao had revealed she was nervous to work with Angelina Jolie in the Marvel superhero movie Eternals as she admired the actress, but said Jolie “really understood” what she was trying to do with the film.The Oscar-winning filmmaker, 39, directed the sci-fi saga with Jolie playing the role of Thena, a fierce warrior Eternal who can form any weapon out of cosmic energy.The movie, which was released to UK cinemas in November, focuses upon immortal aliens who have been secretly living on Earth for thousands of years waiting for the right moment to jump into action.Discussing working with Jolie for the project, Zhao told Radio Times: “I was nervous at first, anyone would be. I’d admired her from afar pretty much my whole life.“But because she makes films herself and they often take place in harsh places in the world, she really understood what I was trying to do.“Angie is playing the physically strongest character, but Thena is broken inside and in order to have that vulnerability she shared a lot of who she is and what she’s gone through in life.”The filmmaker also said it was an “honour” to direct a film within the Marvel franchise, but admitted she did feel a lot of pressure taking on such a task.She added: “I did come in as a fan, so you want to make sure you do right by the fans but also move the MCU forward.“We’re in a transitional time after the Infinity Saga and you don’t want to play it safe, you want to look at these films and ask, how can we deconstruct and redefine everything we think about them.”Eternals, which follows the events of 2019’s Avengers: Endgame and is based on a group of superheroes who made their first appearance in Marvel comics in 1976, also features a string of stars including Richard Madden, Gemma Chan and Salma Hayek.Zhao previously made history at the Oscars in 2021 with her movie Nomadland as she became the first woman of colour to win best director.The drama also picked up the coveted best picture award and best actress for star Frances McDormand.Reflecting on working with another acclaimed actress with McDormand, Zhao added: “Like what I was talking about in terms of working with Angie, Fran is so brave.“These actresses defy some of the Hollywood constraint that’s been put on them.“They just let the camera in, they’re not hiding anything, and that’s the strongest thing they can do.”

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Angelina Jolie takes charge while directing new movie Without Blood in Rome - while star Salma Hayek takes time out from filming the tense war-themed scenes to smoke

Details: Published on Friday, 24 June 2022 11:40; Written by Daily mail

They touched down in Rome recently to being filming for new film Without Blood.And while director Angelina Jolie was spotted making herself comfortable behind the camera on Thursday, Salma Hayek took a time out from the seemingly tense filming as she lit up a cigarette.47-year-old Angelina, who is taking a step back acting and focusing on filmmaking, appeared in her element as she got into work mode.While Salma, 55, had a cigarette by her trailer - before heading on set for a pre-scene talk with Angelina.Clad with headphones and a radio, Angelina sported a casual look for the working day - with a pair of wide leg trousers and a cream cami top.She appeared bare faced, covering her eyes with a pair of dark sunglasses, as a face covering hung on her elbow.Angelina appeared busy as she chatted with staff and organised the set, swarmed by the movie's crew while she took charge.Over at her trailer, Salma prepared to film - with her hair tucked away in pin curls as they set.She sported a casual loungewear co-ord in khaki, as the actress lit up a cigarette outside of the trailer.After an outfit change into a taupe tapered coat, Salma was in character and headed to the set, where she appeared stern faced during a conversation with Angelina.The pair faced each other, as a makeup artist performed touch ups on Salma's face while they chatted. Without Blood is based on the international-bestselling novel of the same name by Italian writer Alessandro Baricc - with Angelina set to write, direct and produce it. While the detailed plot of the film has not been revealed, the book focuses on the brutality of war, and a young girl's search for healing after an act of violence occurs. Mexican actor Demián Bichir is also set to star in the film alongside Salma.Speaking after the film was announced, Angelina said: 'I'm honoured to be here in Italy to bring this very special material to film, and to have been entrusted by Alessandro Baricco with the adaptation of his book — with its unique poetry and emotion and way of looking at war, and the questions it poses about what we search for after trauma or loss or injustice'.

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‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider’: Angelina Jolie Was Dissatisfied With the Movie Because Her Character Wasn’t ‘Sexy Enough’

Details: Published on Saturday, 12 March 2022 08:49; Written by Cheat Sheet

Angelina Jolie might have been a bit disappointed with her first Tomb Raider film. Adapted from the video game of the same name, Raider tested if Jolie could lead her own action movie. Despite it being a somewhat financial success, Jolie felt there was more that could have been done with the film.Jolie wasn’t completely on board with the film when it was first presented to her. In an interview with Collider, the Marvel star opened up about her hesitation in accepting the role.“I said, ‘I really didn’t feel like that character suited me.’ I actually didn’t at first want to do it; I said no,” Jolie recalled.But she was eventually sold on the film for several reasons.“But they said you can travel the world and train with the British Military and so I had three months of seeing what I could do. And I would encourage anybody to do that,” she continued. “Sign up for as much as you can, give yourself a few months, push yourself to the limit and see, ‘What can I do?’ And you find that there’s a lot you didn’t know and some crazy, weird things you can do or you’re capable of, so I love it.” Angelina Jolie felt her character wasn’t ‘sexy enough’ in ‘Tomb Raider’ Angelina Jolie felt there were many reasons why the first Tomb Raider didn’t meet its full potential. In an interview with Black Film, the Girl, Interrupted actor opened up about what she felt the film missed the mark on.“I wasn’t satisfied with it. Through the making of that film, we were all still trying [to] figure out how things worked, and we were trying to make the video game into a person, but still it was the video game and still she was a video vixen and she wasn’t quite a solid woman with emotions and feelings,” she said.Jolie also factored in the character’s sexual appeal when discussing the film’s downfalls. While making the sequel, Jolie and the crew would try to correct the mistakes made in the first Tomb Raider. “Even the way she looked wasn’t to me sexy and real enough. So there were a lot of things, and we couldn’t adjust to everything right. We thought a lot about how to make the second film right,” she continued.Despite her disappointment in Tomb Raider, the film helped Jolie grow in several ways during filming. It alleviated concerns Jolie had about her own limitations and helped her discover what she was capable of as a performer.“One night, I was sitting in my bathtub with all my bruises and cuts. I was crying and thinking, ‘What am I doing? I can’t pull this off, ” Jolie told Cinema. “But after a few months of pushing yourself, you’re suddenly swinging on a bunji rope and realizing, ‘Wow, I’m not hitting the wall.’”At the same time, Jolie felt shooting Tomb Raider was a good opportunity to reconnect with family. She reached out to her father, actor Jon Voight, and asked him to be a part of the action flick.“I called him and got Jon’s answering machine. I said, ‘It’s Angie and this is not a bad call. No more tattoos and I’m not pregnant. I just want you to be in a movie with me,’” she remembered.For Jolie, Tomb Raider allowed for some father-daughter bonding between the two that she felt was necessary.“My parents divorced when I was little and my Dad was never really absent in my life, but we didn’t spend all the time we could together. My Dad was very supportive, but there were still questions that I wanted to ask him. So this movie was great because it gave us quiet time to spend together,” Jolie added.

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‘Eternals’ to stream on Disney Plus starting Jan. 12

Details: Published on Sunday, 12 December 2021 09:02; Written by What to watch

Chloé Zhao’s Marvel movie ‘Eternals’ will arrive on streaming in the new year.After the Eternals finally revealed themselves in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the group of superheroes will make their streaming debut on Disney Plus this January. Disney Plus has announced that Chloé Zhao’s Eternals will be available to stream for all Disney Plus subscribers on Jan. 12.Eternals follows a group of heroes from beyond the stars who had protected the Earth since the dawn of man. When creatures called the Deviants, long thought lost to history, mysteriously return, the Eternals are forced to reunite in order to defend humanity once again.Directed by Oscar-winner Zhao (Nomadland), Eternals stars Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjian, Lia McHugh, Brian Tyree Henry, Kit Harrington, Lauren Ridloff, Barry Keoghan, Don Lee, Salma Hayek and Angelina Jolie.The movie was exclusively released in theaters on Nov. 5. Eternals divided critics, including What to Watch’s Josh Spiegel, but its Rotten Tomatoes audience score puts the movie at a 78%.In addition to just being available on the Disney Plus streaming service, Eternals is going to be streaming in IMAX Enhanced, which offers 13 Marvel Cinematic Universe movies in the expanded aspect ratio of IMAX, allowing viewers to see up to 26% more of the original image. IMAX Enhanced works on all Disney Plus supported devices.Eternals joins the other movies on the MCU, starting from 2008’s Iron Man and the other Phase One movies to the newest entries of Marvel’s Phase Four, including Black Widow an Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Here’s a guide on how to watch all of the Marvel movies in order.If you want to stream Eternals or any other Marvel content, you need to be a subscriber to Disney Plus. The streaming service costs $7.99 per month ($79.99 for a full year) as a standalone service, or you can bundle it with Hulu and ESPN Plus for $13.99 per month. Anyone with a Hulu with Live TV subscription will also get automatic access to Disney Plus starting on Dec. 21.

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