‘Fantastic Beasts’ Actress Jenn Murray Joins ‘Maleficent 2’
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- Published on Sunday, 20 May 2018 09:01
- Written by Variety
“Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” actress Jenn Murray is joining the cast of “Maleficent 2” starring Angelina Jolie and Elle Fanning, sources tell Variety.Michelle Pfeiffer, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Ed Skrein are also on board to star. “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” helmer Joachim Ronning is set to direct.Joe Roth is producing the film, with Jez Butterworth and Linda Woolverton penning the latest script. Micah Fitzerman-Blue and Noah Harpster wrote the most recent draft.It is not clear where this film will pick up following the first movie, which was based on the fairy tale “Sleeping Beauty.” The original story centered on an evil fairy who cursed an infant princess to eternal sleep, only to realize the young girl was the only one who could save the kingdom from its dangerous ruler. “Maleficent” broke several box office records on its way to making $758.5 million worldwide.Details behind Murray’s role are currently unknown. Production on the sequel is set to start in 2018.Along with appearing in “Fantastic Beasts,” Murray’s other recent credits include “Brooklyn” and “Love and Friendship.” On the TV side, she has appeared in “Truckers” and “The Fades.” She is repped by the Curtis Brown Group and Thruline Entertainment.
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Chiwetel Ejiofor Is In Talks To Join Angelina Jolie In 'Maleficent 2'
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- Published on Friday, 11 May 2018 15:54
- Written by Konbini
Any chance we get to see the talented Chiwetel Ejiofor show off his acting chops on the big screen is a chance worth celebrating. Which is why we are excited about reports of him potentially joining the Maleficent sequel, and reuniting with his Salt co-star, Angelina Jolie.Although the role that the British-Nigerian actor is in talks for is currently unknown, The Hashtag Show reports that the Oscar nominee could be playing "a romantic foil" to the titular Maleficent.The original Maleficent, which was led by Jolie, hit theatres in 2014 and, unlike most of its live-action counterparts, managed to stand out by focusing on humanizing the villain from its animated predecessor (Disney's Sleeping Beauty).While the film received a lukewarm reception from critics, audiences loved it — making it one of 2014's highest-grossing films — and it even landed an Oscar nomination for its costume design. So, it's no surprise that a sequel is in the works, with Jolie set to reprise her role.The sequel will be directed by Joachim Rønning (Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales) with a script penned by Jez Butterworth (Edge of Tomorrow). If Ejiofor is cast, he will be joining Ed Skrein (Deadpool), Michelle Pfeiffer (Mother!) and Harry Dickinson (Trust).No official release date has been announced, but colour us officially excited.
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Angelina Jolie is producing biopic on Native American two-time Olympic gold medalist Jim Thorpe
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- Published on Wednesday, 09 May 2018 05:48
- Written by Daily mail
Angelina Jolie is producing a biopic on Native American athlete Jim Thorpe.The Oscar winner will oversee a movie called Bright Path: The Jim Thorpe Story based on the life of the renowned Olympic champion according to Variety. Considered one of the greatest modern day athletes, Thorpe was a member of the Sac and Fox Nation and went on to will two Olympic golds in 1912. Thorpe also played 'Major League Baseball, professional football and eventually founded the organization that became the NFL.''I’m honored to be working on this project,' Jolie said. 'I have had the privilege of spending time with Bill Thorpe, and will be listening to and guided by the Tribes and the Thorpe family in the making of this film.' 'At its core, Bright Path is a powerful human rights story. It will help the nation understand our people and our struggle,' said clan leader of the Sac and Fox Nation, Robert Williamson.'My brother Richard and I are the only surviving children of Jim Thorpe,' Bill Thorpe said. 'Our father’s accomplishments in life are a great source of pride to us. 'In the more than six decades since Burt Lancaster’s Jim Thorpe: All American, our family has heard of dozens of attempts to bring this story to modern audiences, but we have never shared the vision of a movie until the authentic portrayal in ‘Bright Path: The Jim Thorpe Story.'Martin Sensmeier will executive produce and star as the world-renowned athlete.Sensmeier was last seen in Wind River and is a regular on HBO's West World.He also starred in The Magnificent Seven with Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt and Ethan Hawke. Up next, Jolie is producing and starring in Disney's Malificent 2.
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Maleficent 2 Update: Angelina Jolie not returning for tittular role? Don Hahn aims sequels should be as bold as first film
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- Published on Saturday, 05 May 2018 16:20
- Written by VC post
Maleficent 2, a sequel to the 2014 hit, is currently in the works under Disney and Angelina Jolie has not been confirmed to return yet. Without spilling details about the plot, Don Hahn said that sequels should be told as boldly as the previous film.Since its announcement, details about the upcoming Maleficent sequel have been scarce, but as reported by Mirror, Linda Woolverton is currently working on the script for the upcoming film. Woolverton also wrote the first film, and is set to return with Joe Roth who agreed to return as producer. However, the biggest question of whether fans can expect Jolie's return in the sequel remains unanswered. Although Jolie previously revealed not being asked about the sequel yet, many are concerned given her refusal to work on sequels of her works like Salt and Wanted.Moreover, as reported by Cheat Sheet, Jolie also recently revealed about stepping out of acting soon in order to focus more on her duties behind the camera as a director and producer. However, she also added that she is set to finish a couple of films that she's set to star in before stepping away. Although Jolie did not specify the films she is set to work on, Maleficent could be on the list, given previous reports that Woolverton is keeping her up to date with the latest developments in the sequel.The upcoming film's plot is currently under wraps, and clues pertaining to the sequel are bleak. When asked about the sequel, Don Hahn said to Collider that its too early to talk about the subject, although he did say that any sequel for any film should be as bold as the first film."I think that unexpected leap of faith, when you go into another medium, or a sequel, or another story with those same characters, you have to be as bold about telling those stories as you were on the first one.", Hahn said.Maleficent (2014) was based on the story of the antagonist of the classic fairy tale Sleeping Beauty, and eventually became a blockbuster success grossing $760 million globally from its $180 million budget during its release. No actors have been confirmed to return yet but more details about the Maleficent 2 are expected to be revealed as production gets some progress in the coming months.
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James Bond 25 LEAK? ‘Angelina Jolie set for VILLAIN and Lily James in running as co-lead’
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- Published on Wednesday, 09 May 2018 05:52
- Written by Express
JAMES BOND 25 has seen another alleged leak, this time claiming Angelina Jolie is set to play the villain, while Lily James and Dua Lipa are in the running for Daniel Craig’s co-lead.It has a release date set for November 2019, but very little is known about Craig’s fifth and final James Bond movie.While he’s definitely signed on, rumours have been mounting around director Danny Boyle and John Hodge’s script.Now a new leak has arrived from a Reddit user who previously claimed: “I work in the film industry and know people tangentially connected to the world of Bond.” Cashley Persia alleges: “I’ve heard that Boyle has committed to a script and casting is underway.” They continued: “Supposedly, the big roles in the script are the female villain and Bond's understudy (another female role). “I hear Sophie Rundle, Lily James, Ella Purnell and Antonia Thomas have auditioned/met with Boyle (though this list is not exhaustive). “The role is not a love interest however, [it’s] the co-lead of the film. “I’ve also heard that Boyle isn't adverse to discovering a new name and possibly someone who isn't an actress. Though it sounds like a moronic suggestion, I've heard the singer Dua Lipa is high on the list.” Of the actresses mentioned, James is certainly the biggest star and is the lead in Boyle’s next film, a Richard Curtis rom-com, which he will shoot this summer ahead of Bond 25.Meanwhile Rundle is best known for Peaky Blinders and Thomas starred in Misfits and Lovesick.Now they all might be around 30-years-old but Purnell is only 21. But she play a younger Jolie in Maleficent.And speaking of the former Tomb Raider star, she’s apparently the first choice for the villain and is “keen” to take on the role. The leaker added: “Finally, the main villain has been written with Angelina Jolie in mind.“I’ve heard this name for a very long while. I never quite trusted it but Boyle has wanted her since day one and it looks as though she's keen. “They are now actively courting her and the script is being adjusted accordingly."
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'Maleficent 2' confirmed, new writer spills updates; Angelina Jolie drops role?
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- Published on Saturday, 05 May 2018 16:20
- Written by VC Post
It is no surprise that Disney is currently developing a sequel to the 2014 hit film Maleficent. A writer has officially been hired to write the script, however Angelina Jolie's involvement in the upcoming film has not been confirmed yet.After its worldwide success last year, earning $758 million dollars from its $180 million production cost, Disney is now planning to make a Maleficent 2, a sequel to the movie which was about the sorceress villain in the classic story of Sleeping Beauty.Alice in Wonderland writer, Linda Woolverton was said to have been hired to write the upcoming film's script. Reports also suggest that Woolverton has been keeping the first movie's lead, Angelina Jolie, up to date with the details of the script.However, reports suggest that Jolie has not signed on any deal yet since she has not received any offer for it yet. "Nobody has asked me about that. I don't know," Jolie said. Although the actress did reveal that she did enjoy playing the role of the sorceress. "I can't imagine. I'm not dead, at the end of it. She's still there. I don't know. I loved playing her," she said.
Jolie also revealed that she will soon stop from acting in front of the camera to fully focus on working behind the scenes. "I've never been comfortable as an actor; I've never loved being in front of the camera." She said.But she also added that before she fully turns her back on the world of acting, there will be a couple of projects that she will take, and finish. "I see myself moving into directing more and doing much less as an actor," Jolie said. "I have a few more in me, ones I have been developing for some time, so I will do those before I step away." she added.Jolie is set to be back to voice the role of Tigress in Kung Fu Panda, and Salt. She is also currently working on the movie By the Sea which she stars along with her husband Brad Pitt.Maleficent 2 will be produced by Joe Roth, but it has also not been confirmed whether director Robert Stromberg will be back for the second film. More details about the upcoming movie are expected to be released in the coming months.
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‘Maleficent 2’ in the works at Disney; Angelina Jolie to reprise role as titular anti-hero
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- Published on Saturday, 05 May 2018 16:20
- Written by Lawyer Herald
'Maleficent 2' is a planned sequel to 2014's film of the same name. It is currently under development in Disney. Angelina Jolie, who plays the lead protagonist, is set to reprise her role in the upcoming film.According to /Film, Disney is developing a sequel for 2014's dark fantasy film of the same name. It was directed by Robert Stromberg based on a screenplay by Linda Woolverton. It starred Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie in the titular role of the good fairy turned evil sorceress.Details on the upcoming project remain under wraps but it was speculated that Jolie may return to reprise her role for a second time despite being well known to turn down sequels. According to Cinema Blend, she admitted that Maleficent remains one of her favorite characters of all time and wouldn't mind revisiting her for a possible follow-up.Two of Jolie's movies, 'Salt' and 'Wanted', had planned sequels but didn't push through due to the actresses' hesitance to return. She did star in the live-action adaptations of the popular video game franchise 'Tomb Raider' as Lara Croft for two films but that was in the early 2000s.
According to Cheat Sheet, it may also be possible that Jolie will not be returning to reprise her role due to previously stating that they would like to do more film projects involving her behind the camera instead of in front of it. She said, "I see myself moving into directing more and doing much less as an actor... I have a few more in me, ones I have been developing for some time, so I will do those before I step away."The 40-year old actress made her big screen debut in 1982's 'Lookin' to Get Out' alongside her father Jon Voight and went on to become one of Hollywood's most sought after and highest paid actresses. In 2011, she directed her first feature film 'In The Land of Blood and Honey', a romantic drama film set in the time of the Bosnian War. She went on to direct 'Unbroken' in 2014 as well as 'By The Sea' in 2015.Meanwhile, it was also reported that Stromberg will not likely to return for the sequel but that Joe Roth will stay on as producer. Woolverton is also in negotiations to return to pen the new screenplay.'Maleficent 2' is a planned sequel to 2014's film of the same name starring Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning, Sam Riley and Brenton Thwaites. It will be based on the popular Disney villain from 'Sleeping Beauty'. Its predecessor grossed $758 million against a $180 million budget.
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