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entertainment13 days ago•166 min saved

Adeyemi Distances Herself From Blood and Bone Film Adaptation

Author Tomi Adeyemi says she has no involvement with Paramount’s adaptation of The Children of Blood and Bone and will not promote or discuss the film; she hasn’t seen it and cites a personal reason, referencing a blocked exchange with star Amandla Stenberg after being told not to mention her in interviews. The movie, directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood and featuring Stenberg, Thuso Mbedu, and Viola Davis, has faced fan backlash over casting as the heroine in an uncolonized Nigeria setting.

via Vulture|

#amandla-stenberg #casting-backlash #entertainment

entertainment13 days ago•18 min saved

Adeyemi Reveals Rift With Stenberg, Says She Won’t Watch Blood and Bone Adaptation

Tomi Adeyemi posted a scathing TikTok sharing screenshots of direct messages with Amandla Stenberg, claiming a rift and asserting she will not post about the adaptation; Adeyemi also said she has not seen the film and will not watch it, after telling Stenberg not to text or call her and blocking Stenberg as a contact. Stenberg stars as Princess Amari in the movie, which is set to premiere January 15, 2027, and has faced casting backlash from fans who criticized the skin-tone casting. Adeyemi previously sold the rights and serves as an executive producer and co-writer for the project. The piece outlines the ongoing feud and the broader reception to Stenberg’s casting, along with the film’s ensemble cast.

via Page Six|

#amandla-stenberg #casting-backlash #children-of-blood-and-bone

entertainment2 years ago•6 min saved

"The Acolyte: A Fresh Twist in the Star Wars Universe"

Amandla Stenberg and Leslye Headland were surprised that the twist in "Star Wars: The Acolyte" remained a secret until the show's premiere. Stenberg plays dual roles as Mae, a vengeful assassin, and her twin Osha, a wrongly accused space mechanic. The series' marketing cleverly misled audiences, and Headland hints that more surprises are in store. Stenberg's performance and her work with Carrie-Anne Moss were highlighted as key elements of the show.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#amandla-stenberg #disney #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•18 min saved

Amandla Stenberg Joins Star Wars in 'The Acolyte' with Hayden Christensen's Warm Welcome

Amandla Stenberg, at 25, stars in the new Disney+ series "Star Wars: The Acolyte," set during the High Republic era. The show explores the Jedi's use of power and the rise of space fascism. Stenberg, known for her roles in "The Hunger Games" and "The Hate U Give," delved deeply into Star Wars lore for her role. Despite facing online backlash, she remains focused on the positive aspects of the fandom and the cultural impact of her work.

via GQ|

#amandla-stenberg #disney #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"New 'Acolyte' Teaser Unveils Masked Villain and Sith Lords' Fates"

The latest promo for "The Acolyte" reveals dialogue from a masked villain, hinting at a significant confrontation involving Amandla Stenberg's character and other key figures, as the series builds anticipation ahead of its June 4 premiere.

via Star Wars News Net|

#amandla-stenberg #entertainment #star-wars

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"The Acolyte": Disney+ Premiere Date and Trailer Breakdown

The upcoming Disney Plus series, The Acolyte, set in a time before current Star Wars content, unveils a trailer featuring Amandla Stenberg as a Sith warrior targeting Jedi, and Lee Jung-jae as a Jedi master tasked with stopping her. The show, debuting on June 4, promises a new story in a new era of the Star Wars universe, offering a fresh perspective without the familiar names.

via Forbes|

#amandla-stenberg #disney-plus #entertainment

entertainment3 years ago•1 min saved

Star Wars spinoff The Acolyte set to debut on Disney Plus in 2024 with exciting new details and cast.

The Acolyte, a Star Wars spinoff focused on the dark side of the Force, will premiere on Disney Plus in 2024. The show features a cast led by Amandla Stenberg, as well as big names like Carrie-Anne Moss and Lee Jung-jae. Leslye Headland, the co-creator of Netflix’s Russian Doll, is serving as showrunner, director, and executive producer. The Acolyte will join a growing list of live-action Star Wars series on Disney Plus.

via The Verge|

#amandla-stenberg #disney-plus #entertainment

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

"Star Wars' The Acolyte: Frozen meets Kill Bill in new Disney+ spinoff"

During a panel at Star Wars Celebration, showrunner Leslye Headland revealed new details about the upcoming series The Acolyte, which is set between the Old Republic and the prequels and is pitched as "Frozen meets Kill Bill." Headland also teased that she drew inspiration from Kurosawa films and martial arts films when planning the show. The Acolyte is set to release in 2024 and stars Lee Jung-jae and Amandla Stenberg.

via IGN|

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