Category: Film & TV

The creator and producer of

“Ready Player One”

have joined forces to establish

“ReadyVerse Studios,”

providing a platform to bring brands and other leading IP companies into the metaverse.

The company announced this groundbreaking news on Jan. 4th, 2024. The studios aim to build destinations and a new world for fans to explore and enjoy their favorite IPs in the metaverse, utilizing virtual technological reality, augmented reality, web3, and other exciting features.

The studio has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery to bring the entire

“Ready Player One”

franchise to the Web3 metaverse. The company retains 100% web3 rights to all future IPs.

With the goal of turning the open metaverse in

“Ready Player One”

into a reality, they aim to reach a wide audience of consumers.

“We are thrilled to share this unprecedented news with the world today,”

said Shara Senderoff and Aaron McDonald, the co-founders of Readyverse Studios.

“With Ernie, Dan, and our partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery, we have a unique opportunity to bring the metaverse to life, starting with the IP that first showcased its potential. This is just the beginning of our collaboration with both Hollywood and global brands as we work towards shaping the future of online entertainment, gaming, and social experiences through beloved commercial IP.”

Warner Bros has partnered with AI company Futureverse to make ‘READY PLAYER ONE’ a real thing.

The Readyverse is being called the “definitive destination for fans to explore their favorite stories & IP in the metaverse.”

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— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) January 4, 2024

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Since the release of

“Barbie,”

the actress who also portrayed Harley Quinn in

“The Suicide Squad,” 

Margot Robbie, sat down with Variety to discuss her roles as an actor and producer in films.

The actress talked about considering a future in directing, saying,

“I don’t know. The tricky thing is, as much as I say I’m strict about saying no as a producer, I also get so excited about all the things I could produce that it ends up taking up all my time. And as an actor, I get to work with so many brilliant directors and watch them do it. It’s like having a front-row seat to the best master class in the world. So it’s tempting to keep doing that. But directing is a dear ambition of mine.”

When asked if she would be retiring Harley’s bat now that Lady Gaga has taken on the role in the upcoming film

“Joker: Folie à Deux”

alongside Joaquin Phoenix, the actress had this to say:

“I always wanted Harley to be a character that would be passed on to other actresses to play, the way there are so many iconic male characters. That was always the dream for her. Harley’s so fun and can go in so many different directions. You put her in someone else’s hands, and it’s like, ‘What are they going to do with her?’ The options are endless,”

says the star of

“Salt Burn.”

The actress also hinted that she and Barbie director Greta Gerwig predicted the film would make billions at the box office, but they never anticipated an Oscar win.

“We didn’t say, ‘This is going to make it to the Oscars,’”

the film producer and actress said about the current award season.

Margot Robbie on if she will continue playing Harley Quinn:

“I always wanted Harley to be a character that would get passed on to other actresses to play, the way there are so many iconic male characters. That was always the dream for her.”

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Director and film producer Taika Waititi‘s next project could be one for the books, as he plans to cast the

“Wednesday,” 

Jenna Ortega, actress in his upcoming film

“Klara and The Sun.”

The director is known for featuring A-list celebrities in his movies, including Elizabeth Moss, Scarlett Johansson, and many more.

The character Klara is an artificial friend chosen by a young, sickly Josie to be her companion. The collaboration between these two talents will not only be memorable but also attract a diverse audience. Jenna is currently on the rise, having appeared in several acclaimed movies and TV shows such as

“Jane The Virgin,”

“Elena Of Avalor,”

the Netflix series

“You,”

and many more.

Jenna Ortega is reportedly in talks to star in Taika Waititi’s next movie ‘KLARA AND THE SUN’.

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The writer and director of

“Get Out,”

Jordan Peele, recently sat down for a podcast with Conan O’Brien, where he talked about his favorite movies and films that terrified him as a kid.

During the

“Need A Friend”

episode, Conan O’Brien says he was happy to have the director on the podcast. Jordan gave Conan his flowers, bestowing upon him the title of

“The GOAT.”

“The truth of the matter was, I want to say this, on the record, this is such an honor. It’s always such an honor because from us comedy people, you are the GOAT. You know what that means,”

says Jordan. Conan teased, saying,

“I can get up hard rocky mountains easily, I can digest in cans. That is so nice of you to say.”

Conan asked the director how it all began for him.

“Where do these minds come from? At what point do you realize, ‘I think of very strange things and I like comedy,’ or was your first true love film or comedy or both, or horror? Where does it all start?”

“I probably fell in love with comedy at the same time I was getting scared by stuff. I mean scared as a kid, you know, a kid growing up in New York. I grew up next to a building called the Stratford Arms, a hotel for transients, and it had very interesting characters. I had a very blessed upper west side upbringing. It was cultured and privileged, but there was also a creepiness to it. So those two things collided side by side, and they did in film for me.”

“This has been… obviously, it’s been an interesting year because the writer’s strike had me in a state of listening, and that’s where I need to be. I do feel like my next project is clear to me, and I am psyched that I have another film that, you know, could be my favorite movie if I make it right.”

The director’s 2022 film

“Nope”

earned him a massive box office hit, grossing over $44 million in the first weekend. The film stars Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer.

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A tennis player who gave up her dream to become a coach celebrates the victory of her husband as she transformed him from being an amateur into a famous world champion.
Tashi trains him from the grassroots level into world tournaments; however, things begin to move south when he finds himself at a crossroads with his best friend, Patrick, who happens to be Tashi’s ex-boyfriend.

The film is directed by Luca Guadagnino and will be distributed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Warner Bros.Pictures, and Amazon MGM Studios. The upcoming romantic sports comedy-drama stars Zendaya, Josh O’Connor, and Mike Faist.

The movie is set to release in the United States on April 26, 2024. The movie was delayed from its early release date being Sept. 15, 2023, and pulled out from the Venice International Film Festival due to the SAG strike.

#Clique, what are your thoughts on this film?

The confrontation between Unique and Ronnie (Played Masterfully by Gratham Coleman) reaches a crescendo of violence that has been bubbling since the beginning of the season showing the ruthless sides of both characters.

Ronnie’s underhanded tactics, which included a sneaky attack from behind on Unique (Joey Bada$$) underscore the darker aspect of his nature while viewers resonated with this particular episode.
The death of Unique adds a somber note because all he was trying to do was establish himself again after losing his territories and business to Raquel (Patina Miller).

Niq’s demise occurring prematurely adds layers of complexity to the narrative in the story leaving fans and Audiences speculating about the broader implication for the storyline and justice whether it be formal or street justice for Ronnie for backstabbing his brother who was trying so hard to establish what the family had lost.

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1.Overcoming Adversity: The movie shows how hard African-American women worked at NASA during the 60s. They had to fight against race and gender bias just to be good at their jobs.

2. Pursuit of Excellence: “Hidden Figures” shows that the characters care a lot about their jobs and never give up. They keep working hard even though they have many issues to overcome. They work hard to contribute a lot to the space program and show how good they are.

3. Breaking Barriers: The film shows how women achieved great things by breaking down social and job boundaries. Using their brains, hard work, and strong will to fight against gender and racial barriers. They also make the path for those who come after them.

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Directed by Andrés Baiz and produced by Eric Newman and Sofía Vergara is the upcoming American crime drama miniseries, Griselda, based on the life of  Griselda Blanco, a notorious cocaine trafficker.

The series is set to premiere on Netflix Jan 25. 2024. It features a star-studded cast including Sofía Vergara as Griselda Blanco, Alberto Guerra as Darío Sepúlveda, Martin Rodriguez as Jorge, Vanessa Ferlito as Isabel and Christian Tappan as Arturo Mesa.

The film portrays the real life of Griselda Blanco, a devoted mother and ambitious Colombian businesswoman, who created one of the most profitable cartels in history.

The character of Blanco is a deadly combination of charm and unwary savagery. As a result, it aided her to expertly navigate between family and business earning her a widely known title as the

“Black Widow”.

The first look from the trailer showcases how Griselda began to successfully distribute cocaine in Miami and the danger that she faces and also puts her family and friends in. The series explores the darkness of the drug business as well as its impact on society as a whole.

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This sports drama

“The Boys in the Boat,”

is a story about winning races and Olympian victory. The film is centered on teamwork and the importance of friendship. The movie shows the audience the length at which Joe and his teammates learn the importance of people in a team and why everyone’s contribution is vital.

Clooney outdid himself with this one, going out of his way to show he earned the title “Director,” for this sports drama. The story is quite predictable but the beauty of the picture and style of the film makes it an audience favorite. One that deals with facts and an underdog sports film that shows the importance of team spirit.

This American biographical sports drama is also Co-produced by George Clooney from a screenplay written by Mark L. Smith based on the book of the same name by Daniel James Brown.

The story is set on a story about Washington University’s rowing team, from the dawn of their early career days that came with its twists and turns to finally winning gold at the Berlin Olympics in 1936.

#Clique, when are you seeing this film?