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Pedro Pascal's 'Behemoth!' Divides Critics as Oscar Contender
film16 days ago

Pedro Pascal's 'Behemoth!' Divides Critics as Oscar Contender

Tony Gilroy’s return to feature filmmaking, 'Behemoth!', has sparked intense debate at the New York Film Festival. While Variety praises Pedro Pascal’s restrained performance as a potential Oscar breakthrough, The Guardian criticizes the film’s disjointed structure and lack of emotional impact. Slant Magazine offers a mixed but generally positive view, highlighting the film’s intricate non-linear narrative and its tribute to film scoring. The film faces a unique Oscar hurdle due to its nine-composer score, which may not fit current Academy rules. It is set for a wide release on December 4.

Gilroy Warns Paramount-Warner Merger Will 'Destroy' Hollywood's Mid-Budget Infrastructure
film-industry16 days ago

Gilroy Warns Paramount-Warner Merger Will 'Destroy' Hollywood's Mid-Budget Infrastructure

At the New York Film Festival premiere of 'Behemoth!', Tony Gilroy criticized the pending Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, calling it a 'tragic' move that threatens to dismantle the mid-budget theatrical business model. The film, a $36 million drama starring Pedro Pascal, exemplifies the type of adult-oriented project Gilroy fears will become unviable under the new Skydance corporate structure. While the merger is set to close on October 6, consolidating the Big Five studios into four corporate owners, industry figures express concern that this consolidation will limit creative possibilities for filmmakers.

Pedro Pascal’s 'Behemoth!' Premieres at NYFF Amidst Mixed Reviews and Oscar Controversy
film17 days ago

Pedro Pascal’s 'Behemoth!' Premieres at NYFF Amidst Mixed Reviews and Oscar Controversy

Tony Gilroy’s return to feature filmmaking, 'Behemoth!', premiered at the New York Film Festival to sharply divided critical reception. The film stars Pedro Pascal as a cellist navigating midlife crisis and family trauma, featuring a non-linear structure and a score by nine major composers. While Pascal praised the intimate nature of the project, critics were split on its pacing and emotional depth. The film faces a potential Oscar hurdle regarding its nine-composer score, as Academy rules typically limit entries to three.

Pedro Pascal Anchors Tony Gilroy’s Polarizing Musical Drama 'Behemoth!'
film17 days ago

Pedro Pascal Anchors Tony Gilroy’s Polarizing Musical Drama 'Behemoth!'

Tony Gilroy returns to feature filmmaking after 14 years with 'Behemoth!', a non-linear drama starring Pedro Pascal as a cellist navigating family trauma and romantic regrets. Premiering at the New York Film Festival, the film features a score by nine major composers but has received sharply divided critical reviews regarding its pacing and character depth.

Tony Gilroy’s 'Behemoth!' Premieres at NYFF, Dividing Critics on Its Non-Linear Structure
film17 days ago

Tony Gilroy’s 'Behemoth!' Premieres at NYFF, Dividing Critics on Its Non-Linear Structure

Tony Gilroy’s return to feature filmmaking after 14 years, 'Behemoth!', premiered at the 2026 New York Film Festival. The film stars Pedro Pascal as Alex Serian, a cellist returning to Los Angeles after 20 years. It features a non-linear narrative structure and a score by nine prominent composers. While the film is set for a December 4 release, critical reception is sharply divided, with some praising its emotional depth and others criticizing its disjointed pacing.

Gilroy and Pascal Redefine 'Passive' in New Drama Behemoth!
entertainment18 days ago

Gilroy and Pascal Redefine 'Passive' in New Drama Behemoth!

Tony Gilroy and Pedro Pascal discuss the non-chronological structure and cello-centric performance of their new drama, Behemoth!, which premiered at the New York Film Festival. Gilroy describes Pascal’s character, Alex Serian, as a 'passenger' who is not passive, a dynamic inspired by Marcello Mastroianni. The film, which opens in theaters on December 4, features Pascal learning the cello under strict time constraints, a challenge he accepted despite uncertainty about his ability to master the instrument quickly.

Pedro Pascal Leads Behemoth!, a Music-Driven Family Drama by Tony Gilroy
entertainment3 months ago

Pedro Pascal Leads Behemoth!, a Music-Driven Family Drama by Tony Gilroy

Behemoth!, Tony Gilroy’s new drama, follows a classically trained Los Angeles cellist who returns home after 20 years on the road, with music driving a journey about family, legacy and healing. The trailer positions the film as a cerebral love letter to music and cinema, starring Pedro Pascal with a cast that includes Olivia Wilde, Eva Victor and others. David Harbour was originally set to star but dropped out due to the wrap of Stranger Things; Pascal discusses what drew him to the role in Vanity Fair.

Gilroy Breaks Silence: Andor Was a History Lesson, Not a Crystal Ball
entertainment8 months ago

Gilroy Breaks Silence: Andor Was a History Lesson, Not a Crystal Ball

Tony Gilroy’s THR interview explains why Andor’s promotion avoided the word fascism, arguing the show draws on historical models of authoritarianism rather than prophecy; he links Ghorman-era tropes to current U.S. politics, discusses attempts to curb elections amid a hostile narrative, and warns about AI eroding truth, while also weighing Lucasfilm leadership shifts and his Behemoth! project and what it took to tell Andor at scale.

entertainment9 months ago

David Harbour Withdraws from 'Behemoth!' Amid Personal and Professional Reasons

David Harbour has exited the upcoming film 'Behemoth!' directed by Tony Gilroy, citing the need for rest after the intense filming and promotion of 'Stranger Things.' His role has been recast, and the film's plot involves a musician returning to Los Angeles. Harbour is known for his openness about mental health struggles, including bipolar disorder.

'Andor': Disney's Bold Star Wars Gamble and Its Rich Historical Depth
entertainment1 year ago

'Andor': Disney's Bold Star Wars Gamble and Its Rich Historical Depth

Disney's 'Andor' was a bold, adult-oriented Star Wars series with a $650 million budget, created by Tony Gilroy who was given creative freedom to push the franchise into uncharted narrative and tonal territory, emphasizing mature themes, moral ambiguity, and subversion of expectations, resulting in a critically acclaimed and impactful story about sacrifice and resistance.

tv1 year ago

'Andor' Season 2 Premieres April 2025, Unveiled at D23 Brazil

"Andor" Season 2 is set to premiere on Disney+ on April 22, 2025. The "Star Wars" series, created by Tony Gilroy, follows Cassian Andor's journey leading up to "Rogue One." The second season will consist of 12 episodes, covering four years in three-episode arcs. The show has been praised for its exploration of lesser-known characters in the "Star Wars" universe. Returning cast members include Diego Luna, Stellan Skarsgård, and Genevieve O’Reilly.

'Andor' Season 2 Release Date Announced for April 2025
entertainment1 year ago

'Andor' Season 2 Release Date Announced for April 2025

Disney accidentally revealed the release date for Andor season 2 as April 22, 2025, via the Disney Plus app, which is earlier than expected. Originally anticipated for late 2025, the new date shortens the wait to 2.5 years between seasons. Despite being one of the least-watched Star Wars shows on Disney Plus, Andor secured a two-season deal due to its narrative connection to Rogue One. The show's creator, Tony Gilroy, has no announced future projects, though his work is highly regarded.

Gareth Edwards Sets the Record Straight on 'Rogue One' Inaccuracies
movies3 years ago

Gareth Edwards Sets the Record Straight on 'Rogue One' Inaccuracies

Director Gareth Edwards addresses the "inaccuracy" surrounding the making of 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,' pushing back against reports that Tony Gilroy sidelined him. Edwards confirms that Gilroy did great work but emphasizes that they all worked together until the last minute of the film. He expresses gratitude for the opportunity to direct a Star Wars film and refuses to speak negatively about the experience. Edwards is now back in the Disney fold with his new film 'The Creator,' while Gilroy continues his involvement with the Rogue One prequel series 'Andor.'

"Inside Merritt Wever's Experience Working with Tony Gilroy on 'Michael Clayton'"
film3 years ago

"Inside Merritt Wever's Experience Working with Tony Gilroy on 'Michael Clayton'"

Merritt Wever reflects on her role as Anna Kaiserson in the 2007 film "Michael Clayton," discussing her audition process, the challenges of playing a country girl as a city kid, and the vulnerability of her character. Wever praises the performances of Tilda Swinton and George Clooney and reflects on the timeliness and relevance of the film's themes in today's world.