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Street Fighter Tops Box Office Despite Mixed Reviews

Paramount’s Street Fighter is projected to open with $30 million domestically and $35 million internationally, totaling a $70 million global debut. The film, directed by Kitao Sakurai, features Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, and Callina Liang. It faces competition from A24’s Elizabeth Holmes documentary You Can See Everything and 20th Century Studios’ Whalefall. Critics praise the film’s visuals and action but criticize its incoherent plot and tonal inconsistencies.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#box-office #film #kitao-sakurai

film8 days ago•15 min saved

Paramount Develops Live-Action 'Cyberpunk 2077' Film with Lorenzo di Bonaventura

Paramount Pictures is developing a live-action film based on the video game 'Cyberpunk 2077,' with producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura attached alongside rights holder CD Projekt Red. The project joins a growing slate of video game adaptations at the studio, following 'Street Fighter' and 'Call of Duty.'

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#cd-projekt-red #cyberpunk-2077 #film

film9 days ago•13 min saved

Paramount Greenlights Live-Action 'Cyberpunk 2077' Film with Lorenzo di Bonaventura

Paramount Pictures is developing a live-action film based on the video game 'Cyberpunk 2077.' Producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura is attached to the project alongside CD Projekt Red, the game's creator and rights holder. The announcement follows the recent merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery and marks the studio's third major video game adaptation, following 'Street Fighter' and 'Call of Duty.' No release date or director has been announced yet.

via Variety|

#cd-projekt-red #cyberpunk-2077 #film

film9 days ago•15 min saved

Paramount and CD Projekt Red Greenlight Live-Action Cyberpunk 2077 Film

Paramount Pictures is developing a live-action film based on the video game Cyberpunk 2077, with producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura attached alongside CD Projekt Red. The project marks another major video game adaptation for the studio, following recent deals for Street Fighter and Call of Duty.

via Deadline|

#cd-projekt-red #cyberpunk-2077 #film

film1 month ago•12 min saved

Cregger's 'Resident Evil' Reboot Earns Praise for Balancing Gore and Humor

Early reactions to Zach Cregger's new 'Resident Evil' are overwhelmingly positive, with critics praising the film as a faithful, high-octane survival horror experience. The movie, which stars Austin Abrams as a medical courier in Raccoon City, avoids using legacy characters like Leon S. Kennedy, a choice that has divided the fanbase. Despite this, reviewers highlight the film's relentless pacing, 'gloriously gory' action, and effective blend of dark humor and tension. The film, which Cregger trimmed after test screenings to reduce comedic elements, is set to open in theaters on September 18.

via Variety|

#austin-abrams #film #resident-evil

entertainment1 month ago•12 min saved

Netflix and Sega Launch Multi-Title Deal for 'Crazy Taxi' Film and New 'Sonic' Series

Netflix and Sega have announced a multi-title partnership featuring a live-action 'Crazy Taxi' film, a new animated 'Sonic' series for preschoolers, and a live-action adaptation of 'Stranger Than Heaven.' The deal expands Netflix's video game adaptation slate, following the success of 'Sonic Prime,' and leverages Sega's diverse catalog across comedy, animation, and action genres.

via Variety|

#crazy-taxi #entertainment #netflix

entertainment9 months ago•3 min saved

Baldur’s Gate 3 Movie and the Future of Video Game Adaptations

The article discusses the increasing trend of video game adaptations in Hollywood, highlighting that four high-potential game IPs, including Baldur's Gate 3, remain unclaimed for film or TV adaptation, with industry analysts seeing strong potential for these titles in live-action formats.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#baldurs-gate-3 #entertainment #film-and-tv

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Sonic 3 Trailer Revives Shadow and Chao Garden Nostalgia

The new trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3, featuring Keanu Reeves as Shadow, has been released, exciting fans with its promise of action-packed scenes and new character appearances. Paramount Pictures cleverly marketed the trailer by distributing Sega Genesis cartridges with hidden release details. The film, set to release on December 20, will see Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails battling Shadow, with potential appearances from other fan-favorite characters like Metal Sonic, as teased by director Jeff Fowler.

via Gizmodo|

#entertainment #keanu-reeves #paramount-pictures

entertainment1 year ago•5 min saved

Phil Spencer Sees Creative Freedom in Delayed Fallout Game Amid TV Series Launch

The successful adaptation of the video game "Fallout" into a TV series on Amazon Prime Video reflects a new approach in Hollywood towards game adaptations. Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer and showrunner Jonah Nolan highlighted the importance of creative trust and collaboration between game creators and TV producers. This adaptation, which has garnered significant viewership and critical acclaim, exemplifies a generational shift where decision-makers are more familiar with gaming culture, allowing for more authentic and engaging adaptations. The success of "Fallout" and similar projects like "The Last of Us" underscores the potential for video games to expand into other media.

via Variety|

#amazon-prime-video #entertainment #fallout

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Netflix to Launch Animated Minecraft Series"

Netflix is developing an animated Minecraft series featuring an original story and new characters, produced by WildBrain Studios. This announcement comes amid a surge in video game adaptations, with Netflix already involved in numerous similar projects.

via The Verge|

#animated-series #entertainment #minecraft

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Unraveling the Perfection of the Fallout TV Show: A Timeline and Consultation with Nolan Brothers"

The Fallout TV series has sparked controversy among gamers for potentially deviating from the game's established canon, but the show's strength lies in its ability to expand beyond the boundaries of lore and tell a compelling story. Actor Walton Goggins, who plays a key role in the series, emphasizes the importance of having a fresh perspective unbound by the need to honor specific aspects of the game's story. The show effectively utilizes the rich world of Bethesda's Fallout games as a springboard to explore complex character dynamics and moral alignments in a post-apocalyptic setting, demonstrating that a good adaptation is driven by an honest voice focused on storytelling rather than strict adherence to canon.

via Kotaku|

#canon #entertainment #fallout-tv-series

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Exploring Bethesda's Fallout Adaptations: Todd Howard's Stance and Amazon's Postapocalyptic Show"

Todd Howard, head of Bethesda Game Studios, initially rejected the idea of adapting Fallout into a TV series for a decade before finally finding the right creative partners. While the Fallout TV series has received positive reviews, Howard remains hesitant about adapting other Bethesda properties, such as Elder Scrolls, stating that he'll probably say no, but acknowledging that one can never predict the future. The show explores the Fallout world in new ways, including depicting the pre-nuclear past, and is now available for streaming on Prime Video.

via IGN|

#bethesda #entertainment #fallout

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Super Mario Bros. Movie Boosts Game Sales to New Heights

The success of the Super Mario Bros. Movie has led to a significant increase in sales for Nintendo's Mario game series, with 6.22 million units sold between April and September. The impact of the movie's success was seen across older Mario titles, indicating a widespread boost rather than just new releases. Nintendo's president confirmed the positive impact of the movie on game sales, and with the recent release of Super Mario Wonder, which has already become one of the fastest-selling Mario games, it is expected that sales will continue to rise. Nintendo is now looking to replicate this success with a live-action Zelda project.

via Dexerto|

#entertainment #movie #nintendo

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Sega Explores Persona and Yakuza Movie Adaptations After Sonic's Success

Sega is looking to expand the success of its Sonic franchise beyond video games by adapting other IPs into movies, TV shows, and other mediums. The company has hinted at reviving other classical Sega IPs and mentioned Persona and Yakuza as potential adaptations. Sonic the Hedgehog's recent movie and TV outings have been successful, grossing millions at the box office. Sega is also exploring partnerships with Lego and Roblox to further expand its IPs. Additionally, Sega is developing its first "Super Game" project, which aims to go beyond the traditional framework of games.

via Video Games Chronicle|

#entertainment #persona #sega

entertainment3 years ago•1 min saved

Peacock Unleashes High-Octane 'Twisted Metal' TV Adaptation Trailer.

Peacock has released the first trailer for its live action comedy series based on the popular PS1-era vehicular warfare simulator Twisted Metal. The show stars Anthony Mackie and Stephanie Beatriz and follows a journey across a post-apocalyptic wasteland. The first season premieres on July 27th and consists of ten episodes. This is part of Sony's plan to bring its big gaming franchises into other media, including Horizon Zero Dawn, Gran Turismo, and God of War.

via Engadget|

#anthony-mackie #entertainment #peacock