Mayfair Witches and the Problem With Adapting Anne Rice's Work
Anne Rice's feuds with Hollywood are the stuff of legends. She spent more than 20 years negotiating with various directors and production companies, writing scripts, and contacting leads, all so she could create the perfect adaptation of Interview with the Vampire. Contrary to popular opinion, she was determined to make the project work. She was a huge fan of film, and she wanted to see her books come to life. Many changes were made, most of which she claimed to be her own idea. She thought of diluting the film, cutting out the homoeroticism, and toning down the gore factor. This was a concern for some. The audiences were bound to catch on to the not-so-subtle chemistry between Louis and Lestat, and they were living in a deeply homophobic time. There was also the problem of moral relativism. Lestat is the star of the Vampire Chronicles, not Louis, and he thoroughly enjoyed every second of the hunt. The man was pure evil.This did come up when the film was made. Oprah famously walked out of a Los Angeles screening, saying that it was simply too dark for her. She was one of 30 others present who decided to leave. This was just one of countless issues surrounding the production. The biggest problem, of course, was Anne Rice's infamous campaign against Tom Cruise who had been chosen to play Lestat.
‘Shrinking’: Countdown to the Premiere of Apple TV Plus’s Masterpiece Starring This Comedy A-Listers
If there’s an effortless way you can keep your body warm during the chilly winter season is by watching chuckle-inducing comedy shows on Apple TV+. The streamer just added another accomplishment, Shrinking, an American comedy series, to its catalogue. Apple TV+ ordered ten episodes for the first season of Shrinking in October 2021. James Ponsoldt joined the show as a director and chief producer in April 2022 as its production was ongoing.
Peacock’s ‘Poker Face’ Starring Natasha Lyonne Reveals Possibility of Reading into People’s Intentions
Are you a fan of digging deeper into mysterious murders with a touch of comedy and drama? Peacock got your heart desires sorted this January with the first season of Poker Face, an American murder-mystery and comedy-drama series created by Rian Johnson. The streaming platform announced the show in March 2021 with Natasha Lyonne and Rian Johnson as the directors. Poker Face started filming from April to October 2022 in Newburgh, New York, and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Top 15+3 Romance Shows to Watch on Netflix this Valentine's Day
Without a doubt, Netflix comes to mind when you're looking for a true-crime documentary, criminal reality series like Love Is Blind or The Circle, or one of the most popular shows worldwide, Stranger Things. With everything going on, it's simple to forget about the countless romantic Netflix shows. However, there are a ton of swoon-worthy films on the streaming service to pick from when the mood knocks and you're looking for something to stream over your at-home romantic date.
Just in Time for Valentine’s: Prime Video’s ‘Somebody I Used To Know’
The sweet season of love begins to sprout again! Streaming platforms and production corps are burning the midnight oil to brood fresh rom-com content for eagerly anticipating audiences all over the world.Just hours ago, Netflix dropped the trailer for its built-up rom-com Your Place or Mine starring Ashton Kutcher and Reese Witherspoon. We even saw the re-launched trailer for the timeless love story Titanic. Amazon Prime Video couldn't miss in the mix as it newly released a preview video of its rom-com Somebody I Used To Know, starring Alison Brie alongside Jay Ellis.
Brainwashing Techniques Used in 'The Handmaid's Tale'
There's a dark truth lurking behind our perception. We know that if we command a muscle to flex, it will flex. If we choose to say something, our mouths will respond. To our imperfect minds, free will is self-evident. But many scientists believe that all of our choices, even if they appear to be conscious, are actually the product of outside stimuli--things like conditioning and environmental factors. Nobody is sure how much of this is true. We know that the illusion is real, but we don't know to what extent. We could be like computers, incapable of taking any action that wasn't already programmed into us, or we could operate on a combination of learned behaviors, instincts, and physical autonomy. That's not something we can test without delving deeper into the human mind. Either way, we can be brainwashed, and we would never know it was happening. Instead, we'd a giant revelation crashing down on our heads, shattering our old preconceptions. We could find ourselves on our knees, sobbing and begging the Lord for forgiveness while a man in a pulpit tells us how to live. We might encounter an extraordinary individual--some might say a messiah--or a special group of friends--people with a common purpose.
‘Wolf Pack’ Jeff Davis’ Second Production Set to Premiere on Paramount+ in January
Jeff Davis seems to have his 2023 in order as two of his projects, Wolf Pack and Teen Wolf: The Movie, get release dates on Paramount+. Wolf Pack is a forthcoming drama and supernatural show developed by Jeff Davis for Paramount+.The series is based on Edo van Belkom’s 2004 novel of the same title. In September 2021, Jeff Davis revealed he would be making a show, Wolf Pack, based on the book, whose filming began in July 2022.
Wolves Will be Howling Again in California on Paramount Plus’s ‘Teen Wolf: The Movie’
It will never be over at Teen Wolf until Jeff David says so. The American writer and TV producer developed another project, Teen Wolf: The Movie, from his famous Teen Wolf film of 1985. The original Teen Wolf, released in August 1985 as a film, has born many spin-offs, including Teen Wolf Too, Teen Wolf (1986 TV Series), Teen Wolf (2011 Series) and recently Teen Wolf: The Movie.
The Docuseries ‘Gunther’s Millions’ Explores Disturbing Tale of German Shepherd Heir and An Italian Mafia
Well, wonders never cease! The world never seems to run out of unorthodox stories does it? Netflix just dropped the 'S' on startling, offering grotesque images of the true story of a German Shepherd named Gunther who was left millions at his paws when his family, a German pharmacist, his wife, a Countess and their depressed son passed away over 30 years ago. Check out the video below:The one-of-a-kind canine’s enormous wealth stems from the German Countess Karlotta Leibenstein, who passed away in 1992. She willed her remaining fortune of $80 million to her darling Gunther III.
Ari Aster Unleashes Another Eerie Feature Film ‘Beau is Afraid’ Starring Joaquin Phoenix
From the twisted mind of Ari Aster spawns another eerie installment, Beau is Afraid starring The Joker's Phoenix as the titular character. The trailer features Beau starring Phoenix as an old, frail man with traumatic issues. The 2-minute sneak preview explores different bizarre situations that make you question WTH is going on. But that's Aster's style- nothing is ever straightforward.