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Malkovich Sparks TIFF Oscar Buzz for Wild Horse Nine
entertainment2 days ago

Malkovich Sparks TIFF Oscar Buzz for Wild Horse Nine

At the Toronto International Film Festival, John Malkovich delivers a standout turn in Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine, fueling Oscar buzz as critics tout it among the year’s memorable performances. The film follows two CIA hit men (Malkovich and Sam Rockwell) on a 1973 Easter Island vacation just before Chile’s coup; while Andrew Scott’s Elsinore is rumored to be a frontrunner, the piece suggests Malkovich could finally contend for an Oscar this year.

via The Washington Post|
#entertainment#john-malkovich#martin-mcdonagh
Malkovich and Rockwell Team Up for McDonagh’s Dark Chilean Road Movie
entertainment2 days ago

Malkovich and Rockwell Team Up for McDonagh’s Dark Chilean Road Movie

John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell star as two wry CIA agents in Martin McDonagh’s dark comedy Wild Horse Nine, a mission-set tale spanning from Santiago to Easter Island around the 1973 Chilean coup, where dying Chris and volatile Lee navigate ethics, banter, and danger; the project drew strong reactions at Venice and was discussed in a Telluride interview.

via The New York Times|
#cinema#entertainment#film
Venice Spotlight: McDonagh Questions CIA Actions as Netflix, Primetime, and Dune Dominate the Headlines
entertainment14 days ago

Venice Spotlight: McDonagh Questions CIA Actions as Netflix, Primetime, and Dune Dominate the Headlines

At Venice, Martin McDonagh used the press podium to critique the CIA’s global activities and tie his film Wild Horse Nine to a CIA-backed Chile coup; the digest also covers Mr. T blasting Netflix’s Untold Mr. T: I Pity the Fool, Lance Oppenheim discussing Primetime amid Chris Hansen’s criticisms, and Nicole Kidman’s wish to have joined Denis Villeneuve’s Dune, with Bullock playfully weighing in on potential future collaborations.

via A.V. Club|
#cia#dune#entertainment
McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine Roars at Venice with 14-Minute Ovation
entertainment14 days ago

McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine Roars at Venice with 14-Minute Ovation

Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a standing ovation of 14 minutes and 44 seconds in Sala Grande. The CIA-set Chilean coup thriller stars John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell as agents, with Steve Buscemi, Parker Posey and Tom Waits also in the cast, and follows them from Santiago to Easter Island as a dark past and conspiracies unfold. McDonagh discussed his inspiration on the CIA and Chile’s Allende era, and critics praised the film; Searchlight Pictures has slated a November 6 release date.

via Deadline|
#entertainment#john-malkovich#martin-mcdonagh
Venice Standing Ovation for Wild Horse Nine Elevates Malkovich Oscar Buzz
entertainment15 days ago

Venice Standing Ovation for Wild Horse Nine Elevates Malkovich Oscar Buzz

Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine drew a 13-minute standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival; the espionage drama about two CIA officers sent to Easter Island before Chile’s coup premiered to rave reactions, with John Malkovich emotionally acknowledged and an ensemble that includes Sam Rockwell and Parker Posey fueling Oscar buzz.

via Variety|
#entertainment#john-malkovich#martin-mcdonagh
Wild Horse Nine sharpens a political edge on the CIA
culture15 days ago

Wild Horse Nine sharpens a political edge on the CIA

Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine stars John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell as two CIA operatives in 1973 Chile, delivering a sprawling spy drama that doubles as a scathing critique of U.S. foreign policy and a contemplation of loyalty and memory as retirement approaches. The film’s blunt condemnation of the CIA’s meddling could divide audiences and Oscar voters alike.

via BBC|
#cia#culture#john-malkovich
John Malkovich Faces Aging and Oscar Talk in Wild Horse Nine
movies18 days ago

John Malkovich Faces Aging and Oscar Talk in Wild Horse Nine

In a candid interview, 72-year-old John Malkovich explains how aging shapes his life and art, praising his new role as a weary CIA operative in Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine (which may rekindle an Oscars run), and reiterates that work is his lifelong companion and therapy, with a relentless pursuit of meaningful, varied projects rather than retirement.

via Los Angeles Times|
#aging#john-malkovich#martin-mcdonagh
Barry Keoghan's Triumph Over Adversity: From Flesh-Eating Disease to Breaking Stereotypes
entertainment2 years ago

Barry Keoghan's Triumph Over Adversity: From Flesh-Eating Disease to Breaking Stereotypes

Actor Barry Keoghan, known for his role in "Saltburn," has gained newfound celebrity status and recognition as a leading man, shedding his previous image as a "freak child." Director Martin McDonagh praised Keoghan's authenticity and revealed that the actor nearly lost his arm to flesh-eating bacteria before filming "The Banshees of Inisherin." Keoghan's portrayal of sexually-charged scenes in "Saltburn" has garnered attention, and he expressed his commitment to portraying his character's obsession in a unique way.

via NBC News|
#barry-keoghan#emerald-fennell#entertainment
Barry Keoghan's Harrowing Battle with Flesh-Eating Disease and Rise to Sex Symbol Status
entertainment2 years ago

Barry Keoghan's Harrowing Battle with Flesh-Eating Disease and Rise to Sex Symbol Status

Actor Barry Keoghan battled necrotizing fasciitis, a flesh-eating disease, just before filming "Banshees of Inisherin" and faced the possibility of losing his arm and his life. Despite the ordeal, he went on to film other projects, including becoming a father, and received a Best Supporting Actor nomination. Keoghan's resilience and success in Hollywood reflect his childhood dreams and determination.

via HuffPost|
#banshees-of-inisherin#barry-keoghan#entertainment
Barry Keoghan's Near-Death Battle with Flesh-Eating Disease
health-entertainment2 years ago

Barry Keoghan's Near-Death Battle with Flesh-Eating Disease

Actor Barry Keoghan revealed in a GQ interview that he almost died from necrotizing fasciitis, a rare flesh-eating bacterial infection, just days before filming The Banshees of Inisherin. Keoghan's arm was puffed up and amputation was considered, but he ultimately survived. Writer Martin McDonagh whispered to him in the hospital, "Just remember this when you've been nominated for an Oscar." Keoghan has recently gained attention for his role in the psychological thriller Saltburn.

via Rolling Stone|
#barry-keoghan#health-entertainment#health-scare
Barry Keoghan's Near-Fatal Battle with Flesh-Eating Disease
health-and-entertainment2 years ago

Barry Keoghan's Near-Fatal Battle with Flesh-Eating Disease

Irish actor Barry Keoghan survived a case of necrotizing fasciitis, a rare flesh-eating infection, just before filming The Banshees of Inisherin, with amputation considered as a treatment option. Despite the scare, he received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Keoghan has since recovered and is set to star in upcoming projects, including the Steven Spielberg-produced miniseries Masters of the Air.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
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Irish Film & TV Awards 2023: 'Bad Sisters,' 'Banshees of Inisherin,' and Paul Mescal dominate the night.
film-and-tv-awards3 years ago

Irish Film & TV Awards 2023: 'Bad Sisters,' 'Banshees of Inisherin,' and Paul Mescal dominate the night.

Bad Sisters and The Banshees of Inisherin were the big winners at this year's Irish Film & TV Awards (IFTAs), with Bad Sisters taking four awards including Best Drama and The Banshees of Inisherin winning Best Film. Other winners included Paul Mescal for Best Actor in Aftersun and Cate Blanchett for Best International Actress. Joan Bergin received the Industry Lifetime Achievement Award and the George Morrison Feature Documentary Award went to Nothing Compares.

via Deadline|
#bad-sisters#film-and-tv-awards#iftas