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film3 days ago•13 min saved

Tarantino Confirms Final Film Script Is Complete but Pauses for West End Play

Quentin Tarantino has confirmed he has finished the script for his tenth and final feature film but has decided to delay production to focus on his upcoming West End play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier.' Speaking on 'The Graham Norton Show,' the director stated he wants to 'live a little' and spend time with his family before committing to his final movie project. While the script is ready, no release date or title has been announced, and the director remains focused on his theatrical venture starring Sacha Baron Cohen.

via Variety|

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entertainment3 days ago•15 min saved

CBS '60 Minutes' to Air Exclusive Sacha Baron Cohen Profile Ahead of 'Ali G' Film Premiere

CBS's '60 Minutes' will broadcast a profile of actor and director Sacha Baron Cohen on October 18, 2026. The episode, conducted by correspondent Ariel Levy in London, precedes the October 23 premiere of Cohen's directorial debut, 'Ali G: Who Iz I?'. The interview explores the mechanics of his undercover comedy and the intent behind his satirical characters, including Ali G, Borat, and Brüno. Cohen also addresses personal questions regarding his identity and family background in the exclusive clip.

via Variety|

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theater8 days ago•15 min saved

Tarantino's Stage Debut 'The Popinjay Cavalier' Sets London Dates with Sacha Baron Cohen

Quentin Tarantino’s first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier,' will open at London’s Phoenix Theatre on March 18, 2027. Sacha Baron Cohen will star in the title role, marking his West End debut. The swashbuckling comedy, set in 1830s Europe, is produced by Sony Pictures and Sonia Friedman Productions. Tickets go on sale October 12, starting at £25.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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arts-and-entertainment8 days ago•14 min saved

Tarantino and Cohen Launch 'Popinjay Cavalier' in London

Quentin Tarantino is making his stage debut as writer and director of 'The Popinjay Cavalier,' a swashbuckling comedy starring Sacha Baron Cohen. The production opens in London's West End in March 2027, marking a significant career pivot for the filmmaker.

via IndieWire|

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theater8 days ago•16 min saved

Tarantino and Cohen to Debut in West End Swashbuckling Comedy

Sacha Baron Cohen will star in Quentin Tarantino’s first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier,' premiering at London’s Phoenix Theatre on March 18, 2027. The production, a swashbuckling comedy set in 1830s Europe, marks the theatrical debut for both the director and the actor. Tickets go on sale this week, with previews starting February 23.

via Deadline|

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theatre9 days ago

Tarantino's Stage Debut 'The Popinjay Cavalier' Sets West End Dates, Baron Cohen Confirmed

Quentin Tarantino’s first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier,' will premiere at London’s Phoenix Theatre on March 18, 2027, starring Sacha Baron Cohen. The swashbuckling comedy, set in 1830s Europe, marks a theatrical debut for both the director and the actor. Produced by Sony Pictures and Sonia Friedman Productions, the play features a creative team including scenic designer Tom Pye and fight director Philip d’Orleans. Tickets start at £25, with over 16,000 seats priced under £50. The production is described as a 'rambunctious comedy of deception and disguise' inspired by classic Hollywood swashbucklers. Tarantino, who has made nine films, views this as his next major project before potentially retiring from filmmaking. Baron Cohen, known for characters like Borat and Ali G, expressed excitement about working with Tarantino, calling it a 'West End virginity' moment for both. The play will run for three months, closing on June 13, 2027, with previews beginning February 23.

via The Guardian|

#phoenix-theatre #quentin-tarantino #sacha-baron-cohen

arts-and-entertainment9 days ago•1 min saved

Tarantino’s Stage Debut Confirmed: Cohen to Lead 'The Popinjay Cavalier' in London

Quentin Tarantino’s first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier,' has been officially confirmed for a London West End run, with Sacha Baron Cohen set to star. The production, a swashbuckling comedy set in 1830s Europe, will premiere at the Phoenix Theatre in March 2027. Tarantino will direct the play, which he has described as his next major project before potentially retiring from filmmaking. Tickets go on sale this week, with over 16,000 seats priced under £50.

via BBC|

#arts-and-entertainment #quentin-tarantino #sacha-baron-cohen

theater1 month ago•8 min saved

Sacha Baron Cohen to Lead Tarantino's 2027 West End Debut

Sacha Baron Cohen is set to star in Quentin Tarantino's first stage play, 'The Popinjay Cavalier,' marking the director's debut in theater and the actor's stage debut. The production, a swashbuckling comedy set in 1830s Europe, will open in London's West End in spring 2027. Produced by Sonia Friedman Productions and Sony Pictures Entertainment, the play is described as a comedy of deception and disguise. Cohen will play the title character, while Tarantino is expected to direct. The project was first announced in March 2026, with the venue and specific dates still to be confirmed.

via Variety|

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arts-and-entertainment1 month ago

Sacha Baron Cohen to Star in Tarantino's West End Stage Debut

Sacha Baron Cohen has been cast as the title character in Quentin Tarantino’s first stage play, The Popinjay Cavalier. The production, a swashbuckling comedy set in 1830s Europe, is scheduled to open in London’s West End in spring 2027. It marks Cohen’s first major leading stage role and Tarantino’s debut as a playwright and stage director.

via The Guardian|

#arts-and-entertainment #quentin-tarantino #sacha-baron-cohen

theater1 month ago•8 min saved

Sacha Baron Cohen to Make Stage Debut in Tarantino's 1830s Comedy

Sacha Baron Cohen is set to star in Quentin Tarantino’s stage debut, 'The Popinjay Cavalier,' a swashbuckling comedy set in 1830s Europe. The production, co-produced by Sonia Friedman Productions and Sony Pictures Entertainment, will open at an undisclosed West End venue in spring 2027. This marks Cohen’s first leading stage role and Tarantino’s transition from film to theater, with the director also set to direct the play.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#quentin-tarantino #sacha-baron-cohen #sonia-friedman-productions

theater1 month ago•9 min saved

Baron Cohen Cast in Tarantino's 2027 West End Stage Debut

Sacha Baron Cohen will star in Quentin Tarantino’s stage debut, The Popinjay Cavalier, opening in London’s West End in spring 2027. The production, a swashbuckling comedy set in 1830s Europe, marks the first major stage role for Cohen and the first theatrical work for Tarantino. Produced by Sonia Friedman Productions and Sony Pictures Entertainment, the play is described as a celebration of theatrical romance and deception, featuring Tarantino’s signature wit.

via Deadline|

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entertainment1 month ago•18 min saved

Isla Fisher Reveals Cartoonish Dog Chase as Her Latest Dating Dealbreaker

Isla Fisher shared a new 'dating ick' on TikTok, describing how a man's low, cartoon-style chase after his dog killed her attraction. The revelation comes two years after her divorce from Sacha Baron Cohen, whom she met in 2001 and married in 2010. Fisher, 50, noted the split was challenging but rewarding as she builds a new life. The couple shares three children and remains friends, co-parenting while respecting their privacy.

via Page Six|

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film1 month ago•11 min saved

Cinema Boycott Campaign Gathers Traction Against Sacha Baron Cohen's 'Ali G' Return

The release of the trailer for Sacha Baron Cohen's upcoming film 'Ali G: Who Iz I?' has triggered a coordinated boycott campaign led by the UK watchdog NewsCord. The organization has sent over 40,000 emails to cinema chains worldwide, urging them to refuse to screen the movie, which is set to premiere on October 23. Critics argue the character perpetuates racist stereotypes, while defenders maintain the satire targets cultural appropriation. Despite the pressure, no major theater chains have confirmed they will drop the film, with some citing artistic freedom and others clarifying that standard automated responses were misinterpreted as boycotts.

via Deadline|

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film1 month ago•10 min saved

Ali G Return Sparks U.K. Boycott Campaign and Racial Caricature Debate

Sacha Baron Cohen’s return as Ali G in the upcoming film 'Ali G: Who Iz I?' has triggered a significant backlash in the U.K., with activists launching a campaign to prevent the movie from being screened in cinemas. While pop star Ed Sheeran welcomed being mocked in the trailer as an honor, critics and cultural figures argue the character is an outdated and racist caricature of Jamaican and Black British culture. The controversy centers on the character's styling and dialogue, which some view as offensive rather than satirical, despite Cohen’s intent to parody cultural appropriation.

via Billboard|

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entertainment1 month ago•9 min saved

Ali G Return Draws Boycott Campaigns and Racial Criticism

Sacha Baron Cohen’s upcoming mockumentary, 'Ali G: Who Iz I?', faces a coordinated boycott campaign after its trailer release. The film, set for October 23, has sparked accusations of racism from activists and public figures. While a UK-based group claims to have sent thousands of emails to theaters, major cinema chains have not confirmed they will drop the film, citing standard scheduling processes and audience demand.

via The Independent|

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