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Jake Gyllenhaal was the ex-actor set to star in Alex Garland’s feature debut “Ex Machina.” Millie Bobby Brown Is Adapting Her Own Debut Novel Into a Netflix Movie



Garland’s longtime producer Andrew Macdonald confirmed during the 2024 Edinburgh Film Festival (via Deadline) that Gyllenhaal was in talks to take on the lead role in the 2014 drama. Oscar Isaac was instead later cast as the elusive billionaire character. 



“The sales companies wanted us to cast Jake Gyllenhaal because he was bankable and they could sell foreign territories,” Macdonald said during a Q&A at the festival. “That would have changed the whole film.”...

Jake Gyllenhaal Was Almost Cast in ‘Ex Machina’ but His ‘Needs’ Were Too Much: ‘It Was Never Going to Work’

Jeff Bridges recruits John lithgow for a rescue mission in the trailer for The Old Man Season 2. Season 2 sees Chase and Harper navigating intense stakes and high tension as they race to save Emily from Afghanistan. The Old Man faced challenges during production, but will now premiere September...

'The Old Man' Season 2 Trailer Sends Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow on a Rescue Mission

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When I learned the brown tarantula is also native to Missouri, I gasped, and when I say I'm not too fond of spiders of any genus is an understatement. It's psychological. They have too many legs.

It's mating season for the Texas brown tarantula also known as the Missouri tarantula

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Are people getting more high maintenance or is it just me? One thing that you can't deny is that CERTAIN people require a lot more TLC and attention, on the daily and especially during trying times. This applies to both platonic relationships and romantic. We usually call these people high maintenance because, well, they usually require (or demand!) all of your efforts and then some to be satisfied. These characteristics are closely linked to their zodiac sign temperament, so read on to see who is on the list!

5 Zodiac Signs that are the Highest Maintenance and Most Demanding

A quick changeover for Ryan Reynolds and Deadpool (“Alright, alright, alright…”). Since The Walt Disney Company acquired 21st Century Fox, including 20th Century Studios (formerly 20th Century Fox), Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds has been striving to bring the Merc with a Mouth into Kevin Feige’s Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Ryan Reynolds Fired From Deadpool Role, Replacement Immediately Confirmed

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(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

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"Deadpool & Wolverine" leaves the door open for Ryan Reynolds to return for "Deadpool 4" in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Ryan Reynolds says he'll only make 'Deadpool 4' if he's 'capital B broke.' Here's what to know about a potential fourth film.

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Introduction:Natalia Bryant, the eldest daughter of the late basketball legend Kobe Bryant, has captivated the public eye with her striking beauty and blossoming career. Now 21, Natalia is stepping into the spotlight, carving out her own identity in Hollywood and beyond.

Kobe Bryant’s Eldest Daughter Natalia Has Grown Into a REAL BEAUTY!

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Horoscope of the Day, Thursday, August 22nd

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George Clooney would like Quentin Tarantino to “f–k off.” 

The actor, 63, seems to have some beef with the Oscar-winning director, 61, about whether he qualifies as a movie star. 

Clooney spoke about Tarantino while promoting his upcoming movie “Wolfs” alongside co-star, friend and frequent collaborator Brad Pitt, 60 in a cover story for GQ’s September issue. When the conversation with the stars turned to the filmmaker, Clooney let a few things off his chest. 



“Quentin said some s–t about me recently, so I’m a little irritated by him,” the “Oceans Eleven” actor said. 

“He did some interview where he was naming movie stars,...

George Clooney tells Quentin Tarantino to ‘f–k off, dude’: ‘I’m a little irritated by him’

Mark Wahlberg's Shooter is climbing the charts on Paramount+ thanks to a thrilling one-person army plot. Director Antoine Fuqua's action-packed film keeps audiences engaged with mystery and suspense. Wahlberg's recent films like Arthur the King and Uncharted show his versatility and star power. One of Mark Wahlberg's most thrilling movies...

Mark Wahlberg’s 48% Rotten Tomatoes One-Man Army Flick Sneaks Into the Top 5 on Paramount+

Actor Clarence Williams III, best known as the super cool undercover cop Lincoln "Linc" Hayes on TV's classic crime drama, The Mod Squad, died three years ago from colon cancer at 81 years old. This is the story of a talent that lives on.

The Tragic Death of 'Mod Squad'/'Purple Rain' Actor Clarence Williams III: Three Years Later

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

It’s the superhero team-up fans have been waiting for since 2008. Deadpool & Wolverine has quickly become one of the biggest movies of 2024, uniting the Merc with a Mouth and the most popular X-Man in history against a multiversal threat. Packed full of surprise cameos, references, and callbacks to not just the MCU but 20th Century Fox’s superhero movies in general, the film has been widely regarded as both a hilarious comedy and a surprisingly sincere tribute to an era of cinema often disregarded as a footnote.

10 Movies To Watch if You Like 'Deadpool & Wolverine'

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A new Megalopolis trailer has been released for the forthcoming Roman Epic directed and written by Francis Ford Coppola. Having been acquired by Lionsgate Studios in June 2024, the movie will be released in United States theaters this coming September. Check out the new Megalopolis trailer below (watch more trailers...

Megalopolis Trailer Previews Francis Ford Coppola’s Roman Epic Starring Adam Driver

The trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis has been withdrawn by Lionsgate because the clip included fabricated quotes from real film critics about the filmmaker’s previous works. The studio, responsible for distribution of the film in the US, apologised to the critics and to Mr Coppola “for this...

Studio pulls Megalopolis trailer over fake quotes

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Big cities are known for their hustle and bustle, drawing people in who crave excitement, variety, and entertainment. But bigger isn’t always better, or at least not for Raleigh, North Carolina.

North Carolina City Named The Most Boring Town in the State

Don’t Nod, creators of Life is Strange, announced Tuesday at Gamescom Opening Night Live that Lost Records: Bloom & Rage will be released in two parts — called tapes — on Feb. 18, 2025 and March 18, 2025, respectively, on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.

New Lost Records: Bloom & Rage trailer hints at a teenage mystery

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Logan Lucky just keeps getting funnier the longer we wait for The Winds of Winter

Steven Soderbergh never misses, but the Ocean’s Eleven director has rarely been as dead-on accurate as he is in his underappreciated 2017 comedy Logan Lucky, which...

Logan Lucky just keeps getting funnier the longer we wait for The Winds of Winter

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