<p>Veteran actor Denzel Washington is in final negotiations to join Ridley Scott's much-anticipated sequel to his 2000 historical epic film Gladiator, reported Deadline. If the talks go through, this would be the second collaboration between the actor and the director after 2007's biographical crime drama film <em>American Gangster</em>. At the time of writing, the character that Washington is playing is not known yet. We already know Aftersun star Paul Mescal, who is playing the role of Lucius is leading the cast of the film. The story, as per Russell Crowe, revolves around Lucius becoming emperor. The film also features Barry Keoghan, who was last seen in The Irishman.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Crowe has said that he will not appear in the film, despite earlier being rumoured to do so. His lead character in the original film Maximus Decimus Meridius did die at the end of the film.</p>

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<h2>What was <em>Gladiator </em>all about?</h2>

<p>Starring Russell Crowe in the lead role, the original was a huge hit, grossing over $460 million on a budget of $100 million. Written by David Franzoni, John Logan, and William Nicholson, the film was about a Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius who gets betrayed when Emperor Marcus Aurelius' son Commodus murders his father and assumes the throne. Maximus becomes one of the gladiators, warriors who entertained audiences by fighting each other to death in ancient Rome. Maximus scripts his revenge on &nbsp;Commodus.</p>

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<p>Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Ralf Möller, Oliver Reed (in his final role), Djimon Hounsou, Derek Jacobi, John Shrapnel, Richard Harris, and Tommy Flanagan were also featured in the cast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film received widespread acclaim for its compelling storyline, masterful direction, stunning cinematography, and exceptional performances, particularly from Crowe.</p>

<p>At the 73rd Academy Awards, held on March 25, 2001, <em>Gladiator </em>was nominated for a total of twelve Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. The film ultimately won five of those awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor.</p>

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Veteran actor Denzel Washington is in final negotiations to join Ridley Scott's much-anticipated sequel to his 2000 historical epic film Gladiator, reported Deadline.

Veteran actor Denzel Washington is in final negotiations to join Ridley Scott's much-anticipated sequel to his 2000 historical epic film Gladiator, reported Deadline. If the talks go through, this would be the second collaboration between the actor and the director after 2007's biographical crime drama film American Gangster. At the time of writing, the character that Washington is playing is not known yet. We already know Aftersun star Paul Mescal, who is playing the role of Lucius is leading the cast of the film. The story, as per Russell Crowe, revolves around Lucius becoming emperor. The film also features Barry Keoghan, who was last seen in The Irishman. Crowe has said that he will not appear in the film, despite earlier being rumoured to do so. His lead character in the original film Maximus Decimus Meridius did die at the end of the film. What was Gladiator all about? Starring Russell Crowe in the lead role, the original was a huge hit, grossing over $460 million on a budget of $100 million. Written by David Franzoni, John Logan, and William Nicholson, the film was about a Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius who gets betrayed when Emperor Marcus Aurelius' son Commodus murders his father and assumes the throne. Maximus becomes one of the gladiators, warriors who entertained audiences by fighting each other to death in ancient Rome. Maximus scripts his revenge on Commodus. Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Ralf Möller, Oliver Reed (in his final role), Djimon Hounsou, Derek Jacobi, John Shrapnel, Richard Harris, and Tommy Flanagan were also featured in the cast. The film received widespread acclaim for its compelling storyline, masterful direction, stunning cinematography, and exceptional performances, particularly from Crowe. At the 73rd Academy Awards, held on March 25, 2001, Gladiator was nominated for a total of twelve Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. The film ultimately won five of those awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Lance Reddick, an actor best known for the HBO series <em>The Wire</em> and the<em> John Wick</em> franchise, has passed away at the age of 60, reported Variety. As per the publication, he was found dead at his home in Los Angeles on Friday morning. This is days before the release of the fourth <em>John Wick </em>movie, in which he reprises the role of Charon, the concierge at the Continental Hotel in New York. It is said that Reddick died of natural causes. In The Wire, a David Simon creation, Reddick played the role of an upright cop Cedric Daniels. He appeared in all five seasons of the show.</p>

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<p>Reddick's peers in Hollywood took to social media handles to pay tribute to Reddick and his rich career.</p>

<p>Simon tweeted, "Consummate professional, devoted collaborator, lovely and gentle man, loyal friend. Could go on, but no, I can't go on. This is gutting. And way, way, way too soon."</p>

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<p>James Gunn wrote, "Lance Reddick was an incredibly nice guy, and an incredibly talented actor. This is heartbreaking. My love goes out to all his family, friends, and collaborators."</p>

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<p>Jeffrey Dean Morgan tweeted, "Ahhh… damn it. ⁦a big loss. ⁦@lancereddick⁩ Rest in peace my man. An amazing actor, and an even more amazing dude. Condolences and love to his family and all that knew him."</p>

<p>Wendell Pierce, Reddick's co-star in <em>The Wire</em>, wrote, "A man of great strength and grace. As talented a musician as he was an actor. The epitome of class. An sudden unexpected sharp painful grief for our artistic family. An unimaginable suffering for his personal family and loved ones. Godspeed my friend. You made your mark here. RIP.</p>

<p>Reddick was born on December 31, 1962, in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He attended the Peabody Preparatory Institute and later the Eastman School of Music, where he studied classical music and composition. He initially pursued a career in music, performing as a jazz musician and bassist, before transitioning to acting.</p>

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Lance Reddick, an actor best known for the HBO series The Wire and the John Wick franchise, has passed away at the age of 60, reported Variety. As per the publication, he was found dead at his home in Los Angeles on Friday morning.

Lance Reddick, an actor best known for the HBO series The Wire and the John Wick franchise, has passed away at the age of 60, reported Variety. As per the publication, he was found dead at his home in Los Angeles on Friday morning. This is days before the release of the fourth John Wick movie, in which he reprises the role of Charon, the concierge at the Continental Hotel in New York. It is said that Reddick died of natural causes. In The Wire, a David Simon creation, Reddick played the role of an upright cop Cedric Daniels. He appeared in all five seasons of the show. Reddick's peers in Hollywood took to social media handles to pay tribute to Reddick and his rich career. Simon tweeted, "Consummate professional, devoted collaborator, lovely and gentle man, loyal friend. Could go on, but no, I can't go on. This is gutting. And way, way, way too soon." Also Read: John Wick 4 early reactions: 'Best action scenes,' say fans in first look James Gunn wrote, "Lance Reddick was an incredibly nice guy, and an incredibly talented actor. This is heartbreaking. My love goes out to all his family, friends, and collaborators." A man of great strength and grace. As talented a musician as he was an actor. The epitome of class. An sudden unexpected sharp painful grief for our artistic family. An unimaginable suffering for his personal family and loved ones. Godspeed my friend. You made your mark here. RIP pic.twitter.com/Xy0pl5c4NR — Wendell Pierce (@WendellPierce) March 17, 2023 × Jeffrey Dean Morgan tweeted, "Ahhh… damn it. ⁦a big loss. ⁦@lancereddick⁩ Rest in peace my man. An amazing actor, and an even more amazing dude. Condolences and love to his family and all that knew him." Wendell Pierce, Reddick's co-star in The Wire, wrote, "A man of great strength and grace. As talented a musician as he was an actor. The epitome of class. An sudden unexpected sharp painful grief for our artistic family. An unimaginable suffering for his personal family and loved ones. Godspeed my friend. You made your mark here. RIP. Reddick was born on December 31, 1962, in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He attended the Peabody Preparatory Institute and later the Eastman School of Music, where he studied classical music and composition. He initially pursued a career in music, performing as a jazz musician and bassist, before transitioning to acting. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The DC movie <em>The Flash</em> is one of the most-anticipated movies this year, and a lot of hope also rests on the movie's shoulders. It is set to reboot the DC film continuity to help it transition from DCEU (DC Extended Universe) to DCU (DC Universe) that DC Studios bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran are building. The film has had a rocky road to release and at one point it appeared that the $200 movie might be shelved. But it was Gunn's ringing endorsement (he called it one of the greatest superhero movies ever made) that transformed the buzz around the movie. And now none other than Tom Cruise has given the movie his thumbs up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per The Hollywood Reporter, Cruise met with Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav and the studio boss happened to tell him that the movie rocks. Curious, Cruise requested a copy of the movie and presumably because it's Cruise, the film was sent to him.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>THR further reports that Cruise was mighty impressed by the film and called director Andy Muschietti and told him <em>The Flash</em> is &nbsp;“everything you want in a movie” and that this is the kind of movie that is needed right now.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><em>The Flash</em>'s difficult road to release</h2>

<p>The Flash has had a long and difficult road towards its release. It has been in development in one form or another since 2014, and has experienced a revolving door of writers and filmmakers over the years before Andy Muschietti joined. And even after the film was shot, Warner Bros at one moment considered scrapping the project, thanks to the erratic behaviour of the main star Ezra Miller. They have had numerous run-ins with the law in the last couple of years. Even the lockdown induced by COVID-19 did not deter them as they were involved in a spate of incidents around the globe and many of which were violent in nature.</p>

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<p>In August last year, Miller released a statement via Variety saying they have "gone through a time of intense crisis" and had begun treatment for mental illness. Then James Gunn, the new co-CEO of DC Studios, the entity that succeeds the now-defunct DC Films, gave his vote of confidence earlier this year when he announced the first chapter of DCU's 10-year slate of movies, TV shows, animation, and gaming.</p>

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<h2>What is <em>The Flash</em> about?</h2>

<p><em>The Flash</em> has Barry Allen (aka the Flash) trying to bring back his dead mother, but he inadvertently makes parallel realities collider. The film brings back Michael Keaton as Batman and even features a cameo from Ben Affleck's Batman. Sasha Calle joins DCU as Supergirl. Michael Shannon reprises the role of General Zod. Ron Livingston, Maribel Verdú, Kiersey Clemons, and Antje Traue also star. Since the film deals with the multiverse the possibilities are endless, and there may be more surprises in store.</p>

<p>The new trailer was received positively by the fandom, with even sceptics admitting excitement about the project.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>The Flash </em>releases on June 16.</p>

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The DC movie The Flash is one of the most-anticipated movies this year, and a lot of hope also rests on the movie's shoulders. It is set to reboot the DC film continuity to help it transition from DCEU (DC Extended Universe) to DCU (DC Universe) that DC Studios bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran are building.

The DC movie The Flash is one of the most-anticipated movies this year, and a lot of hope also rests on the movie's shoulders. It is set to reboot the DC film continuity to help it transition from DCEU (DC Extended Universe) to DCU (DC Universe) that DC Studios bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran are building. The film has had a rocky road to release and at one point it appeared that the $200 movie might be shelved. But it was Gunn's ringing endorsement (he called it one of the greatest superhero movies ever made) that transformed the buzz around the movie. And now none other than Tom Cruise has given the movie his thumbs up. As per The Hollywood Reporter, Cruise met with Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav and the studio boss happened to tell him that the movie rocks. Curious, Cruise requested a copy of the movie and presumably because it's Cruise, the film was sent to him. THR further reports that Cruise was mighty impressed by the film and called director Andy Muschietti and told him The Flash is “everything you want in a movie” and that this is the kind of movie that is needed right now. The Flash's difficult road to release The Flash has had a long and difficult road towards its release. It has been in development in one form or another since 2014, and has experienced a revolving door of writers and filmmakers over the years before Andy Muschietti joined. And even after the film was shot, Warner Bros at one moment considered scrapping the project, thanks to the erratic behaviour of the main star Ezra Miller. They have had numerous run-ins with the law in the last couple of years. Even the lockdown induced by COVID-19 did not deter them as they were involved in a spate of incidents around the globe and many of which were violent in nature. Also Read: Shazam! Fury of the Gods movie review: Zachary Levi's DC movie disappoints In August last year, Miller released a statement via Variety saying they have "gone through a time of intense crisis" and had begun treatment for mental illness. Then James Gunn, the new co-CEO of DC Studios, the entity that succeeds the now-defunct DC Films, gave his vote of confidence earlier this year when he announced the first chapter of DCU's 10-year slate of movies, TV shows, animation, and gaming. Also Read: Ben Affleck says goodbye to DC movies, Batman: 'Not interested in James Gunn's DCU' What is The Flash about? The Flash has Barry Allen (aka the Flash) trying to bring back his dead mother, but he inadvertently makes parallel realities collider. The film brings back Michael Keaton as Batman and even features a cameo from Ben Affleck's Batman. Sasha Calle joins DCU as Supergirl. Michael Shannon reprises the role of General Zod. Ron Livingston, Maribel Verdú, Kiersey Clemons, and Antje Traue also star. Since the film deals with the multiverse the possibilities are endless, and there may be more surprises in store. The new trailer was received positively by the fandom, with even sceptics admitting excitement about the project. The Flash releases on June 16. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Willem Dafoe has said that he is open to playing the role of supervillain Norman Osborn or Green Goblin in a third <em>Spider-Man </em>movie. Dafoe first donned the role of Spider-Man's arch-enemy in 2002's<em> Spider-Man</em>, directed by Sam Raimi. He died at the end of the film, but reprised the role in 2021's <em>Spider-Man: No Way Home</em>. No Way Home dealt with the multiverse and thus he was spirited away from Raimi's Spider-Verse to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Jon Watts film also boasted of several other supervillains that had faced Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield's versions of Spider-Men. Maguire and Garfield, too, featured as Spider-Man in the movie, apart from Tom Holland.</p>

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<p>Dafoe told Inverse, “I mean, that’s a great role. I liked the fact that it’s a double role both times. Twenty years ago, and fairly recently, both times [were] very different experiences, but I had a good time on both.”</p>

<p>He added, “I’ll come back if there’s something really good. If it’s just a cameo or a little tip of the hat, I’m not sure. If it’s something substantial, ‘Yeah.’”</p>

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<h2>Willem Dafoe as Green Goblin</h2>

<p>Dafoe's performance is widely regarded as one of the most memorable and impressive portrayals of a comic book villain on the big screen. He exudes a sinister charisma and a palpable sense of menace. He imbues the character with a complex mix of intelligence, cruelty, and insanity, making for a terrifying villain.</p>

<p>Dafoe's physicality and facial expressions were particularly effective in conveying Green Goblin's demented state of mind. His exaggerated facial contortions and manic energy create a sense of unease and unpredictability that keeps audiences on edge throughout the film.<br />
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Willem Dafoe has said that he is open to playing the role of supervillain Norman Osborn or Green Goblin in a third Spider-Man movie. Dafoe first donned the role of Spider-Man's arch-enemy in 2002's Spider-Man, directed by Sam Raimi.

Willem Dafoe has said that he is open to playing the role of supervillain Norman Osborn or Green Goblin in a third Spider-Man movie. Dafoe first donned the role of Spider-Man's arch-enemy in 2002's Spider-Man, directed by Sam Raimi. He died at the end of the film, but reprised the role in 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home. No Way Home dealt with the multiverse and thus he was spirited away from Raimi's Spider-Verse to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Jon Watts film also boasted of several other supervillains that had faced Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield's versions of Spider-Men. Maguire and Garfield, too, featured as Spider-Man in the movie, apart from Tom Holland. Dafoe told Inverse, “I mean, that’s a great role. I liked the fact that it’s a double role both times. Twenty years ago, and fairly recently, both times [were] very different experiences, but I had a good time on both.” He added, “I’ll come back if there’s something really good. If it’s just a cameo or a little tip of the hat, I’m not sure. If it’s something substantial, ‘Yeah.’” Willem Dafoe as Green Goblin Dafoe's performance is widely regarded as one of the most memorable and impressive portrayals of a comic book villain on the big screen. He exudes a sinister charisma and a palpable sense of menace. He imbues the character with a complex mix of intelligence, cruelty, and insanity, making for a terrifying villain. Dafoe's physicality and facial expressions were particularly effective in conveying Green Goblin's demented state of mind. His exaggerated facial contortions and manic energy create a sense of unease and unpredictability that keeps audiences on edge throughout the film. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Drew Barrymore has responded to Hugh Grant's recent assertion that she is a really bad singer in style. She took to Instagram to share a video in which she can be seen taking a hairbrush in her hand (to use as a mic, presumably) and singing 'Way Back to Love'. This is the same song that Barrymore and Grant sing together in Marc Lawrence's romantic 2007 comedy movie <em>Music and Lyrics</em>. In the movie, Alex Fletcher (Grant), a washed-up pop star who is struggling to find relevance in the current music scene. One day, his manager approaches him with a new opportunity: write a song for a popular young pop star, Cora Corman (Bennett), who needs a hit single for her upcoming album.</p>

<p>Alex is initially hesitant, but soon finds inspiration in Sophie Fisher (Barrymore), his quirky and charming plant caretaker who has a way with words.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The video is labelled, "My Response to Hugh Grant." She wrote in the caption, "#SingForHughGrant JOIN ME."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Hugh Grant had earlier said while speaking to Wired, "Drew Barrymore was in that film with me, and I don't think she'd mind me saying her singing is just horrendous. I've heard dogs bark better than she sings."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He went on to admit that as bad as she is, he is worse. "Once they tuned her up, she sounded way better than me, because she's got heart and voice and rock 'n' roll," he said.</p>

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Drew Barrymore has responded to Hugh Grant's recent assertion that she is a really bad singer in style. She took to Instagram to share a video in which she can be seen taking a hairbrush in her hand (to use as a mic, presumably) and singing 'Way Back to Love'.

Drew Barrymore has responded to Hugh Grant's recent assertion that she is a really bad singer in style. She took to Instagram to share a video in which she can be seen taking a hairbrush in her hand (to use as a mic, presumably) and singing 'Way Back to Love'. This is the same song that Barrymore and Grant sing together in Marc Lawrence's romantic 2007 comedy movie Music and Lyrics. In the movie, Alex Fletcher (Grant), a washed-up pop star who is struggling to find relevance in the current music scene. One day, his manager approaches him with a new opportunity: write a song for a popular young pop star, Cora Corman (Bennett), who needs a hit single for her upcoming album. Alex is initially hesitant, but soon finds inspiration in Sophie Fisher (Barrymore), his quirky and charming plant caretaker who has a way with words. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Drew Barrymore (@drewbarrymore) × The video is labelled, "My Response to Hugh Grant." She wrote in the caption, "#SingForHughGrant JOIN ME." Hugh Grant had earlier said while speaking to Wired, "Drew Barrymore was in that film with me, and I don't think she'd mind me saying her singing is just horrendous. I've heard dogs bark better than she sings." He went on to admit that as bad as she is, he is worse. "Once they tuned her up, she sounded way better than me, because she's got heart and voice and rock 'n' roll," he said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Veteran New Zealand actor Sam Neill, best known for Steven Spielberg's 1993 blockbuster Jurassic Park, has revealed that he is undergoing treatment for stage-three blood cancer. In his upcoming memoir<em> Did I Ever Tell You This?</em>, which comes out on Tuesday, March 21, Neill says that he began writing about his daily life to keep busy even as he has been treated. In the book's very first chapter, he writes (quoted by The Guardian) in his usual casual way to state serious things, “The thing is, I’m crook. Possibly dying. I may have to speed this up.” In Australian and New Zealand slang, 'crook' means 'ill' or 'sick'.</p>

<p>While speaking to The Guardian, Neill talked about the origin of his book. He said, “I found myself with nothing to do. And I’m used to working. I love working. I love going to work. I love being with people every day and enjoying human company and friendship and all these things. And suddenly I was deprived of that. And I thought, ‘What am I going to do?’</p>

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<p>He added that he had never intended to write a book, but as he continued to write, he realised that it was giving him a reason to live. He would go to bed thinking about what to write the next day, as it would entertain him. Writing for him was like a lifesaver for him during difficult times.</p>

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<p>An actor of exceptional range and depth, with a career spanning over four decades, he was born on September 14, 1947, in Omagh, Northern Ireland, but grew up in New Zealand. He holds joint New Zealand and English citizenship. His acting career began in New Zealand, where he appeared in a number of television shows and films, including the acclaimed film <em>Sleeping Dogs </em>(1977) and the television series <em>The Sullivans</em> (1976-1983). He quickly established himself as a talented and versatile actor, with a commanding presence on screen and a natural ability to inhabit complex characters. He is also known for Taika Waititi's&nbsp;<em>Hunt for the Wilderpeople</em> (2016).</p>

<p>In 1981, Neill's career took a significant turn when he was cast as the lead in the film <em>My Brilliant Career,</em> which earned him international recognition and critical acclaim. This was followed by a string of successful films, including <em>Dead Calm</em> (1989), <em>The Hunt for Red October</em> (1990), and <em>Jurassic Park</em> (1993), which solidified his status as a Hollywood star.</p>

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Veteran New Zealand actor Sam Neill, best known for Steven Spielberg's 1993 blockbuster Jurassic Park, has revealed that he is undergoing treatment for stage-three blood cancer.

Veteran New Zealand actor Sam Neill, best known for Steven Spielberg's 1993 blockbuster Jurassic Park, has revealed that he is undergoing treatment for stage-three blood cancer. In his upcoming memoir Did I Ever Tell You This?, which comes out on Tuesday, March 21, Neill says that he began writing about his daily life to keep busy even as he has been treated. In the book's very first chapter, he writes (quoted by The Guardian) in his usual casual way to state serious things, “The thing is, I’m crook. Possibly dying. I may have to speed this up.” In Australian and New Zealand slang, 'crook' means 'ill' or 'sick'. While speaking to The Guardian, Neill talked about the origin of his book. He said, “I found myself with nothing to do. And I’m used to working. I love working. I love going to work. I love being with people every day and enjoying human company and friendship and all these things. And suddenly I was deprived of that. And I thought, ‘What am I going to do?’ Also Read: Sam Neill's top 10 performances: 'Jurassic Park', 'Event Horizon', and others He added that he had never intended to write a book, but as he continued to write, he realised that it was giving him a reason to live. He would go to bed thinking about what to write the next day, as it would entertain him. Writing for him was like a lifesaver for him during difficult times. An actor of exceptional range and depth, with a career spanning over four decades, he was born on September 14, 1947, in Omagh, Northern Ireland, but grew up in New Zealand. He holds joint New Zealand and English citizenship. His acting career began in New Zealand, where he appeared in a number of television shows and films, including the acclaimed film Sleeping Dogs (1977) and the television series The Sullivans (1976-1983). He quickly established himself as a talented and versatile actor, with a commanding presence on screen and a natural ability to inhabit complex characters. He is also known for Taika Waititi's Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016). In 1981, Neill's career took a significant turn when he was cast as the lead in the film My Brilliant Career, which earned him international recognition and critical acclaim. This was followed by a string of successful films, including Dead Calm (1989), The Hunt for Red October (1990), and Jurassic Park (1993), which solidified his status as a Hollywood star. His career has been defined by his ability to bring authenticity and emotional depth to his roles, as well as his unwavering commitment to the craft of acting. In addition to his film work, he has also appeared in numerous television shows, including the critically acclaimed series Peaky Blinders (2019), and has lent his voice to a number of documentaries and animated films. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to his social media handle to laud singer Snehdeep Singh Kalsi's multi-lingual cover of 'Kesariya' song from last year's fantasy adventure movie <em>Brahmastra</em>. The Mumbai-based Sikh singer had shared the song in July last year, but call it vagaries internet fame or something else, it is only now most people are discovering it on social media sites. The song is in five Indian languages: Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi (which is the original language of the song). The Indian PM interpreted the rendition as a symbol of India's linguistic diversity. The country's Constitution recognises 22 official languages, but it is said to be home to about 19,500 languages, each of which is a mother tongue.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Came across this amazing rendition by the talented <a href="https://twitter.com/SnehdeepSK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SnehdeepSK</a>. In addition to the melody, it is a great manifestation of the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.’ Superb! <a href="https://t.co/U2MA3rWJNi">pic.twitter.com/U2MA3rWJNi</a></p>
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<p>Modi shared the video on his Twitter handle and wrote, "Came across this amazing rendition by the talented @SnehdeepSK. In addition to the melody, it is a great manifestation of the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.’ Superb!"</p>

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<p>Earlier, Snehdeep also won praise from another Indian luminary Anand Mahindra, the chairman of Mahindra Group. Sharing the video, Mahindra tweeted, "Just beautiful. This is what an UNBREAKABLE, united India sounds like…"</p>

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<p>Snehdeep had originally shared the video on his Instagram profile. He said he wanted to cover the song ever since the film's teaser came out and dedicated it to his friends in Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad. The Ayan Mukerj directorial was shot in Hindi, but to lend the film a pan-India appeal, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada dubbed versions were also released. The film featured, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Mouni Roy and Nagarjuna Akkineni in major roles.&nbsp;</p>

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The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to his social media handle to laud singer Snehdeep Singh Kalsi's multi-lingual cover of 'Kesariya' song from last year's fantasy adventure movie Brahmastra.

The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to his social media handle to laud singer Snehdeep Singh Kalsi's multi-lingual cover of 'Kesariya' song from last year's fantasy adventure movie Brahmastra. The Mumbai-based Sikh singer had shared the song in July last year, but call it vagaries internet fame or something else, it is only now most people are discovering it on social media sites. The song is in five Indian languages: Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi (which is the original language of the song). The Indian PM interpreted the rendition as a symbol of India's linguistic diversity. The country's Constitution recognises 22 official languages, but it is said to be home to about 19,500 languages, each of which is a mother tongue. Came across this amazing rendition by the talented @SnehdeepSK. In addition to the melody, it is a great manifestation of the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.’ Superb! pic.twitter.com/U2MA3rWJNi — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 17, 2023 × Modi shared the video on his Twitter handle and wrote, "Came across this amazing rendition by the talented @SnehdeepSK. In addition to the melody, it is a great manifestation of the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.’ Superb!" Just beautiful. This is what an UNBREAKABLE, united India sounds like… https://t.co/HkKSgrNa2y — anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) March 17, 2023 × Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, literally Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat is a slogan coined by the Indian government to promote national unity and cultural diversity Earlier, Snehdeep also won praise from another Indian luminary Anand Mahindra, the chairman of Mahindra Group. Sharing the video, Mahindra tweeted, "Just beautiful. This is what an UNBREAKABLE, united India sounds like…" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Snehdeep Singh (@snehdeepsk.music) × Snehdeep had originally shared the video on his Instagram profile. He said he wanted to cover the song ever since the film's teaser came out and dedicated it to his friends in Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad. The Ayan Mukerj directorial was shot in Hindi, but to lend the film a pan-India appeal, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada dubbed versions were also released. The film featured, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Mouni Roy and Nagarjuna Akkineni in major roles. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Veteran talk show host David Letterman has taken exception to Tom Cruise not being present at the recently held Oscars ceremony. Cruise was conspicuous by his absence, especially since his movie <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> was nominated for Academy Awards in six categories. It eventually took home one trophy, Best Sound. While speaking on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Letterman asked, "Here’s something that’s a little sensitive: Tom Cruise. Where was Tom Cruise?” Kimmel answered, "We don’t know where Tom Cruise was. We heard production issues", implying that he was told Cruise was busy filming Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part II, the seventh movie in the franchise.</p>

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<p>“What does that mean? That’s nonsense," retorted Letterman. He added that Cruise should have been at the event “celebrating his big jet pack Maverick show." To which Kimmel said, “It seems like he should’ve been there, but he was not there. Maybe he feels like he wasn’t going to win so he didn’t want to come” and added, "he's the prince of Hollywood."</p>

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<p>Letterman responded, “More to the power of your success. If Mr. Big Shot was not there, the show was still never more successful. Nice going, Jimmy.”</p>

<p>Some have theorised that Cruise was not present because he was apprehensive about being the butt of a scientology joke. While Kimmel did make a mild joke about Cruise's controversial belief system, it was reportedly only because Cruise was not there to be mortified.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Tom Cruise's connection with&nbsp;scientology</h2>

<p>Tom Cruise is a prominent member of what is officially called the Church of Scientology, a religion founded by science fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard in the 1950s. Cruise became involved with Scientology in the 1980s and has been a vocal supporter and advocate for the organization ever since. He has credited Scientology with helping him overcome dyslexia and improve his personal and professional life. Cruise has also been involved in the church's outreach efforts and has contributed significant amounts of money to its causes. However, his association with Scientology has also been the subject of controversy, with some critics raising concerns about the organisation's practices and its treatment of members.</p>

<p>While the organisation maintains that it is a legitimate religion that provides spiritual guidance and counseling to its members, critics argue that it is a dangerous cult that exploits and harms its followers.</p>

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<h2>Oscars 2023</h2>

<p>At Oscars 2023, <em>Everything Everywhere All at Once</em> emerged as the big winner with seven trophies out of 11 nominations. <em>All Quiet on the Western Front </em>was the runner-up with 4 awards, and<em> The Whale </em>was at the third position with 2 trophies.&nbsp;</p>

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Veteran talk show host David Letterman has taken exception to Tom Cruise not being present at the recently held Oscars ceremony. Cruise was conspicuous by his absence, especially since his movie Top Gun: Maverick was nominated for Academy Awards in six categories.

Veteran talk show host David Letterman has taken exception to Tom Cruise not being present at the recently held Oscars ceremony. Cruise was conspicuous by his absence, especially since his movie Top Gun: Maverick was nominated for Academy Awards in six categories. It eventually took home one trophy, Best Sound. While speaking on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Letterman asked, "Here’s something that’s a little sensitive: Tom Cruise. Where was Tom Cruise?” Kimmel answered, "We don’t know where Tom Cruise was. We heard production issues", implying that he was told Cruise was busy filming Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part II, the seventh movie in the franchise. Also Read: TikTok user calls out the Academy for cutting off Guneet Monga's speech at the Oscars “What does that mean? That’s nonsense," retorted Letterman. He added that Cruise should have been at the event “celebrating his big jet pack Maverick show." To which Kimmel said, “It seems like he should’ve been there, but he was not there. Maybe he feels like he wasn’t going to win so he didn’t want to come” and added, "he's the prince of Hollywood." Letterman responded, “More to the power of your success. If Mr. Big Shot was not there, the show was still never more successful. Nice going, Jimmy.” Some have theorised that Cruise was not present because he was apprehensive about being the butt of a scientology joke. While Kimmel did make a mild joke about Cruise's controversial belief system, it was reportedly only because Cruise was not there to be mortified. Also Read: Oscars 2023 Full Winners List: Everything Everywhere All At Once leads with 7 wins Tom Cruise's connection with scientology Tom Cruise is a prominent member of what is officially called the Church of Scientology, a religion founded by science fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard in the 1950s. Cruise became involved with Scientology in the 1980s and has been a vocal supporter and advocate for the organization ever since. He has credited Scientology with helping him overcome dyslexia and improve his personal and professional life. Cruise has also been involved in the church's outreach efforts and has contributed significant amounts of money to its causes. However, his association with Scientology has also been the subject of controversy, with some critics raising concerns about the organisation's practices and its treatment of members. While the organisation maintains that it is a legitimate religion that provides spiritual guidance and counseling to its members, critics argue that it is a dangerous cult that exploits and harms its followers. Oscars 2023 At Oscars 2023, Everything Everywhere All at Once emerged as the big winner with seven trophies out of 11 nominations. All Quiet on the Western Front was the runner-up with 4 awards, and The Whale was at the third position with 2 trophies. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p><em>Shazam! Fury of the Gods</em> is now playing in theatres around the world. The 12th film in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) — if such a thing exists — it continues the adventures of Asher Angel and Zachary Levi as Billy Batson and his adult superhero form Shazam. &nbsp;Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou, and Helen Mirren also star. The film, which also brings back David F Sandberg, has Zegler, Liu, and Mirren playing the roles of daughters of Atlas, who want vengeance from the Shazam family for stealing their (gods') powers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Before you read ahead, here is a spoiler alert. This article spoils the entirety of the film.</p>

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<h2><strong>SPOILER ALERT</strong></h2>

<h2>What happens in <em>Shazam! Fury of the Gods</em>?</h2>

<p>Hespera, Kalypso, the daughters of Atlas, break into the Acropolis Museum in Athens, Greece, to steal the broken staff of the Wizard (Hounsou). They force the imprisoned Wizard to recant "Shazam" and repair the staff, activating its powers. Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, Billy Batson and his foster siblings save people on a collapsing bridge but are criticised for the destruction caused.</p>

<p>Freddy, who is bullied at school, befriends a new girl named Anne and shows off his superhero persona. However, Hespera and Kalypso steal Freddy's powers using the staff and reveal that they want revenge because the Wizard killed Atlas. They kidnap Freddy and put a dome around the city, trapping the family and its residents. The family goes to Rock of Eternity, where they encounter a magic sentient pen and use it to draft a letter to Hespera calling for a deal. Billy meets Hespera. The family fights Hespera and Kalypso, who takes Pedro's powers using the staff.</p>

<p>Hespera is defeated and brought to their lair, where she breaks free and finds the golden apple, the seed of life. Meanwhile, Freddy and the Wizard try to find a way to escape the gods' world, with Anthea's help. However, when they reach the door, Hespera walks through with the apple, and the Wizard suggests stealing it as it can destroy his world. The family reveals themselves as superheroes to their parents and fights Kalypso and her dragon, who chase them for the apple, causing each member to lose their powers. The family stops at a parking lot to view the chaos, and Billy asks the Wizard to take back his powers, knowing it might be a suicide mission.</p>

<p>Billy turns into Shazam to stop Kalypso, and the family helps him. They find out that the creature's weakness is unicorns, so Darla befriends a unicorn, allowing each of them to ride one. Shazam persuades Hespera to help him stop her sister, and they destroy her and her dragon by breaking the staff, though Billy is mortally wounded in turn. But he survives, thanks to an intervention by Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman!</p>

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<h2>Mid-credits scene</h2>

<p>In the first after-credits scene, we see Steve Agee's John Economos and Jennifer Holland's Emilia Harcourt (both of whom we have seen in the Peacemaker series) in what looks like a jungle. They discuss that they are here to talk to a superhero who is quite immature. They eventually encounter him while he is shooting glass bottles with lightning bolts. Gulp! They eventually approach him and begin by saying they are offering him a membership of "Justice..." but before they can finish, Billy says he agrees assuming it is Justice League. But they clarify they meant Justice Society of America. Shazam is confused, wondering, rightly, why there are two teams with 'Justice' in their name. He asks it to be renamed, eventually settling on The Avengers League.</p>

<h2>Post-credits scene</h2>

<p>Sivana was the main antagonist in the 2019 original Shazam! Real name Thaddeus Sivana, he was a brilliant scientist who was obsessed with finding a way to enter the mystical realm known as the Rock of Eternity since he was a child. During a visit to the Rock of Eternity, Sivana is rejected by the ancient wizard Shazam, who deems him unworthy of the power that he possesses. This rejection drives Sivana to become consumed with the desire to obtain Shazam's power at any cost.</p>

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<p>Throughout the film, Sivana battled against the film's protagonist, a teenage boy named Billy Batson who becomes the superhero Shazam. Ultimately, Shazam and his foster siblings worked together to stop him.</p>

<p>But he was not killed. And now he is back in the post-credits scene of Shazam! Fury of the Gods and is visited by Mister Mind, who despite his appearance is one of Shazam's greatest enemies. He is a small, worm-like creature from the planet Venus who possesses incredible intelligence and the ability to speak telepathically. Despite his small size, Mr. Mind is a formidable foe, often using his intellect and cunning to outsmart his enemies.</p>

<p>In the comics, Mr. Mind is the leader of a group known as the Monster Society of Evil, a group of supervillains who have banded together to defeat Captain Marvel and take over the world. The Monster Society of Evil is made up of various villains from the DC universe, including Doctor Sivana and Black Adam.</p>

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Shazam! Fury of the Gods is now playing in theatres around the world. The 12th film in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) — if such a thing exists — it continues the adventures of Asher Angel and Zachary Levi as Billy Batson and his adult superhero form Shazam.

Shazam! Fury of the Gods is now playing in theatres around the world. The 12th film in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) — if such a thing exists — it continues the adventures of Asher Angel and Zachary Levi as Billy Batson and his adult superhero form Shazam. Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou, and Helen Mirren also star. The film, which also brings back David F Sandberg, has Zegler, Liu, and Mirren playing the roles of daughters of Atlas, who want vengeance from the Shazam family for stealing their (gods') powers. Before you read ahead, here is a spoiler alert. This article spoils the entirety of the film. Also Read: Shazam! Fury of the Gods movie review: Zachary Levi's DC movie disappoints SPOILER ALERT What happens in Shazam! Fury of the Gods? Hespera, Kalypso, the daughters of Atlas, break into the Acropolis Museum in Athens, Greece, to steal the broken staff of the Wizard (Hounsou). They force the imprisoned Wizard to recant "Shazam" and repair the staff, activating its powers. Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, Billy Batson and his foster siblings save people on a collapsing bridge but are criticised for the destruction caused. Freddy, who is bullied at school, befriends a new girl named Anne and shows off his superhero persona. However, Hespera and Kalypso steal Freddy's powers using the staff and reveal that they want revenge because the Wizard killed Atlas. They kidnap Freddy and put a dome around the city, trapping the family and its residents. The family goes to Rock of Eternity, where they encounter a magic sentient pen and use it to draft a letter to Hespera calling for a deal. Billy meets Hespera. The family fights Hespera and Kalypso, who takes Pedro's powers using the staff. Hespera is defeated and brought to their lair, where she breaks free and finds the golden apple, the seed of life. Meanwhile, Freddy and the Wizard try to find a way to escape the gods' world, with Anthea's help. However, when they reach the door, Hespera walks through with the apple, and the Wizard suggests stealing it as it can destroy his world. The family reveals themselves as superheroes to their parents and fights Kalypso and her dragon, who chase them for the apple, causing each member to lose their powers. The family stops at a parking lot to view the chaos, and Billy asks the Wizard to take back his powers, knowing it might be a suicide mission. Billy turns into Shazam to stop Kalypso, and the family helps him. They find out that the creature's weakness is unicorns, so Darla befriends a unicorn, allowing each of them to ride one. Shazam persuades Hespera to help him stop her sister, and they destroy her and her dragon by breaking the staff, though Billy is mortally wounded in turn. But he survives, thanks to an intervention by Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman! Mid-credits scene In the first after-credits scene, we see Steve Agee's John Economos and Jennifer Holland's Emilia Harcourt (both of whom we have seen in the Peacemaker series) in what looks like a jungle. They discuss that they are here to talk to a superhero who is quite immature. They eventually encounter him while he is shooting glass bottles with lightning bolts. Gulp! They eventually approach him and begin by saying they are offering him a membership of "Justice..." but before they can finish, Billy says he agrees assuming it is Justice League. But they clarify they meant Justice Society of America. Shazam is confused, wondering, rightly, why there are two teams with 'Justice' in their name. He asks it to be renamed, eventually settling on The Avengers League. Post-credits scene Sivana was the main antagonist in the 2019 original Shazam! Real name Thaddeus Sivana, he was a brilliant scientist who was obsessed with finding a way to enter the mystical realm known as the Rock of Eternity since he was a child. During a visit to the Rock of Eternity, Sivana is rejected by the ancient wizard Shazam, who deems him unworthy of the power that he possesses. This rejection drives Sivana to become consumed with the desire to obtain Shazam's power at any cost. Throughout the film, Sivana battled against the film's protagonist, a teenage boy named Billy Batson who becomes the superhero Shazam. Ultimately, Shazam and his foster siblings worked together to stop him. But he was not killed. And now he is back in the post-credits scene of Shazam! Fury of the Gods and is visited by Mister Mind, who despite his appearance is one of Shazam's greatest enemies. He is a small, worm-like creature from the planet Venus who possesses incredible intelligence and the ability to speak telepathically. 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<p>It appears actor-filmmaker Ben Affleck is truly done with DC, at least after the upcoming movie, <em>The Flash</em>, in which he has a cameo. Affleck played the role of a grizzled Bruce Wayne or Batman in what was informally called DCEU (or DC Extended Universe) movies. After DCEU was soft-rebooted in the wake of <em>Justice League</em>'s debacle, it was rumoured that he might return. But now that the DC film universe has once again suffered a reboot under James Gunn, Affleck has made it clear he is done with DC movies. He, however, sent his best wishes to Gunn. &nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Ben Affleck: I’m not interested in that [DCU]</h2>

<p>“I would not direct something for the <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-james-gunn-takes-on-superman-why-dc-fans-are-in-for-a-heartwarming-treat-572696">[James] Gunn</a></strong> DC. Absolutely not. I have nothing against James Gunn. Nice guy, sure he’s going to do a great job. I just wouldn’t want to go in and direct in the way they’re doing that. I’m not interested in that," he told The Hollywood Reporter.</p>

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<p>He added, "You want to go to work and find something interesting to hang onto, rather than just wearing a rubber suit, and most of it you’re just standing against the computer screen going, “If this nuclear waste gets loose, we’ll …” That’s fine. I don’t condescend to that or put it down, but I got to a point where I found it creatively not satisfying. Also just, you’re sweaty and exhausted. And I thought, “I don’t want to participate in this in any way. And I don’t want to squander any more of my life, of which I have a limited amount.”</p>

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<h2>Ben Affleck's stint with DC</h2>

<p>Affleck played the role of Bruce Wayne or Batman in <em>Batman v Superman </em>in 2016 before reprising the role in 2017's <em>Justice League</em>. His casting was initially met with some backlash from fans, but he eventually won over many with his performance in the films. Before Robert Pattinson-led Matt Reeves-directed <em>The Batman</em>&nbsp;became reality, Affleck had signed on to star in and direct a Bat-movie. But after the failure of <em>Justice League</em>, the higher-ups at Warner Bros overhauled DC Films, the entity that existed before DC Studios, and redirected focus on smaller, independent franchises rather than a unified, cohesive cinematic universe.&nbsp;</p>

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It appears actor-filmmaker Ben Affleck is truly done with DC, at least after the upcoming movie, The Flash, in which he has a cameo. Affleck played the role of a grizzled Bruce Wayne or Batman in what was informally called DCEU (or DC Extended Universe) movies.

It appears actor-filmmaker Ben Affleck is truly done with DC, at least after the upcoming movie, The Flash, in which he has a cameo. Affleck played the role of a grizzled Bruce Wayne or Batman in what was informally called DCEU (or DC Extended Universe) movies. After DCEU was soft-rebooted in the wake of Justice League's debacle, it was rumoured that he might return. But now that the DC film universe has once again suffered a reboot under James Gunn, Affleck has made it clear he is done with DC movies. He, however, sent his best wishes to Gunn. Also Read: Shazam! Fury of the Gods movie review: Zachary Levi's DC movie disappoints Ben Affleck: I’m not interested in that [DCU] “I would not direct something for the [James] Gunn DC. Absolutely not. I have nothing against James Gunn. Nice guy, sure he’s going to do a great job. I just wouldn’t want to go in and direct in the way they’re doing that. I’m not interested in that," he told The Hollywood Reporter. He added, "You want to go to work and find something interesting to hang onto, rather than just wearing a rubber suit, and most of it you’re just standing against the computer screen going, “If this nuclear waste gets loose, we’ll …” That’s fine. I don’t condescend to that or put it down, but I got to a point where I found it creatively not satisfying. Also just, you’re sweaty and exhausted. And I thought, “I don’t want to participate in this in any way. And I don’t want to squander any more of my life, of which I have a limited amount.” Ben Affleck's stint with DC Affleck played the role of Bruce Wayne or Batman in Batman v Superman in 2016 before reprising the role in 2017's Justice League. His casting was initially met with some backlash from fans, but he eventually won over many with his performance in the films. Before Robert Pattinson-led Matt Reeves-directed The Batman became reality, Affleck had signed on to star in and direct a Bat-movie. But after the failure of Justice League, the higher-ups at Warner Bros overhauled DC Films, the entity that existed before DC Studios, and redirected focus on smaller, independent franchises rather than a unified, cohesive cinematic universe. As he said above, Affleck also faced personal struggles during this time, which may have contributed to his decision to step away from the role. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Ben Affleck says goodbye to DC movies, Batman: 'Not interested in James Gunn's DCU'

<p>As per a new book, Princess of Wales Kate Middleton had to undergo a fertility test before she got hitched to the current heir to the British throne, Prince William. And also, if she had been found unfertile, the marriage might even have been called off. As per a new book titled <em>Gilded Youth: An Intimate History of Growing Up in the Royal Family </em>written by Tom Quinn, Middleton's marriage with William was allowed due to a few precautions. It is not usual for a future king like William to marry a middle-class commoner. Prince Diana, Quinn says, also had to undergo similar tests before her marriage to the current King Charles III.</p>

<p>"These are always carried out to ensure a future queen is able to have children. If Kate had not been fertile, there is little doubt the marriage would have been off," says Quinn (quoted by Hello magazine).</p>

<p>The author further says that Princess Diana did not know that the tests she went through were to test her fertility. She thought it was just her medical checkup.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Diana complained in a brief encounter with the present author that she had in all innocence thought her premarital check-ups had to do with general health, only realising later on that she had actually been tested for fertility. 'I was so innocent I just went along with everything at that stage,' she said," says Quinn in his book.</p>

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<h2>Kate Middleton and Prince William's marriage</h2>

<p>They married in a grand and highly publicised ceremony on April 29, 2011, at Westminster Abbey in London. The wedding was a global event, with an estimated 2 billion people tuning in to watch the live broadcast. Kate's dress, designed by Sarah Burton of the fashion house Alexander McQueen, was widely praised for its elegance and timeless style.</p>

<p>The wedding was attended by many high-profile guests, including members of the royal family, heads of state, and celebrities. The couple exchanged vows and rings, and William presented Kate with a sapphire and diamond engagement ring that had belonged to his mother, Princess Diana.</p>

<p>After the ceremony, the newlyweds embarked on a procession through the streets of London, before joining guests at a reception at Buckingham Palace. They later departed for their honeymoon in the Seychelles.</p>

<p>The marriage of Kate and William was seen as a symbol of modernisation and change within the royal family, as Kate was the first non-aristocratic bride to marry a future king in over 350 years. The couple has since become known for their public appearances, charitable work, and dedication to family life, with three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.</p>

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As per a new book, Princess of Wales Kate Middleton had to undergo a fertility test before she got hitched to the current heir to the British throne, Prince William.

As per a new book, Princess of Wales Kate Middleton had to undergo a fertility test before she got hitched to the current heir to the British throne, Prince William. And also, if she had been found unfertile, the marriage might even have been called off. As per a new book titled Gilded Youth: An Intimate History of Growing Up in the Royal Family written by Tom Quinn, Middleton's marriage with William was allowed due to a few precautions. It is not usual for a future king like William to marry a middle-class commoner. Prince Diana, Quinn says, also had to undergo similar tests before her marriage to the current King Charles III. "These are always carried out to ensure a future queen is able to have children. If Kate had not been fertile, there is little doubt the marriage would have been off," says Quinn (quoted by Hello magazine). The author further says that Princess Diana did not know that the tests she went through were to test her fertility. She thought it was just her medical checkup. "Diana complained in a brief encounter with the present author that she had in all innocence thought her premarital check-ups had to do with general health, only realising later on that she had actually been tested for fertility. 'I was so innocent I just went along with everything at that stage,' she said," says Quinn in his book. Kate Middleton and Prince William's marriage They married in a grand and highly publicised ceremony on April 29, 2011, at Westminster Abbey in London. The wedding was a global event, with an estimated 2 billion people tuning in to watch the live broadcast. Kate's dress, designed by Sarah Burton of the fashion house Alexander McQueen, was widely praised for its elegance and timeless style. The wedding was attended by many high-profile guests, including members of the royal family, heads of state, and celebrities. The couple exchanged vows and rings, and William presented Kate with a sapphire and diamond engagement ring that had belonged to his mother, Princess Diana. After the ceremony, the newlyweds embarked on a procession through the streets of London, before joining guests at a reception at Buckingham Palace. They later departed for their honeymoon in the Seychelles. The marriage of Kate and William was seen as a symbol of modernisation and change within the royal family, as Kate was the first non-aristocratic bride to marry a future king in over 350 years. The couple has since become known for their public appearances, charitable work, and dedication to family life, with three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Shocking! Kate Middleton had to undergo fertility test before marrying Prince William

<p>It's official. James Gunn, writer-director and the co-CEO of DC Studios is helming DCU's first Superman movie, titled<em> Superman: Legacy.</em> In case you didn't know Warner Bros Discovery, the new entity that was formed when Warner Bros and Discovery merged, is led by one David Zaslav. Now, Zaslav dreams of turning DC properties into the level of cultural footprint that is akin to the rival Marvel Studios' Marvel Cinematic Universe. And this is why he put Gunn in charge of DCU, the rebooted DCEU. And Gunn is both writing and directing the movie. Despite your opinion of Gunn, this should come as&nbsp;a great news for you if you are a DC/Superman fan.</p>

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<p>Here's why.</p>

<h2>James Gunn's past work promises greatness in future</h2>

<p>First and foremost, it's likely that James Gunn would put his own unique spin on the Superman character. In his past work on the <em>Guardians of the Galaxy </em>films, Gunn took a group of relatively unknown Marvel characters and turned them into household names. He did this by injecting his own sense of humor and style into the films, creating a distinct tone that set them apart from other superhero movies. With DC's own <em>The Suicide Squad</em>, he again proved he could write and direct a clever, fun, and funny comic-book movie on the other side too.</p>

<p>As we have established, Gunn is a really good superhero movie director. He grew up on a steady diet of comics and has repeatedly shown an uncanny knack for crafting moving stories with multiple, varied characters forgetting their differences and coming together for a common goal. With <em>Peacemaker</em>, he proved that he is good with solo characters as well if it allows him to dismantle the character in his own way and instill his irreverent humour.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Why James Gunn can make a great Superman movie</h2>

<p>Gunn is one of the few people who can make the character feel fresh and exciting again. Another thing to consider is the potential for a lighter tone. While Superman has always been a hero with a strong moral compass, recent iterations of the character have tended to be darker and more brooding. James Gunn's previous work augurs that will opt for a much lighter tone, and that is great.&nbsp;</p>

<p>By injecting more heart into the Superman movie, the film could bring back the character's sense of hope and inspiration that has been a hallmark of his character in the comics. A more emotional and heartfelt approach to the character could make the audience feel more invested in his journey, his struggles, and his victories. By doing so, the movie could connect more deeply with fans and attract new ones, leading to a more successful and memorable adaptation of the character.</p>

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It's official. James Gunn, writer-director and the co-CEO of DC Studios is helming DCU's first Superman movie, titled Superman: Legacy. In case you didn't know Warner Bros Discovery, the new entity that was formed when Warner Bros and Discovery merged, is led by one David Zaslav.

It's official. James Gunn, writer-director and the co-CEO of DC Studios is helming DCU's first Superman movie, titled Superman: Legacy. In case you didn't know Warner Bros Discovery, the new entity that was formed when Warner Bros and Discovery merged, is led by one David Zaslav. Now, Zaslav dreams of turning DC properties into the level of cultural footprint that is akin to the rival Marvel Studios' Marvel Cinematic Universe. And this is why he put Gunn in charge of DCU, the rebooted DCEU. And Gunn is both writing and directing the movie. Despite your opinion of Gunn, this should come as a great news for you if you are a DC/Superman fan. Here's why. James Gunn's past work promises greatness in future First and foremost, it's likely that James Gunn would put his own unique spin on the Superman character. In his past work on the Guardians of the Galaxy films, Gunn took a group of relatively unknown Marvel characters and turned them into household names. He did this by injecting his own sense of humor and style into the films, creating a distinct tone that set them apart from other superhero movies. With DC's own The Suicide Squad, he again proved he could write and direct a clever, fun, and funny comic-book movie on the other side too. As we have established, Gunn is a really good superhero movie director. He grew up on a steady diet of comics and has repeatedly shown an uncanny knack for crafting moving stories with multiple, varied characters forgetting their differences and coming together for a common goal. With Peacemaker, he proved that he is good with solo characters as well if it allows him to dismantle the character in his own way and instill his irreverent humour. Why James Gunn can make a great Superman movie Gunn is one of the few people who can make the character feel fresh and exciting again. Another thing to consider is the potential for a lighter tone. While Superman has always been a hero with a strong moral compass, recent iterations of the character have tended to be darker and more brooding. James Gunn's previous work augurs that will opt for a much lighter tone, and that is great. By injecting more heart into the Superman movie, the film could bring back the character's sense of hope and inspiration that has been a hallmark of his character in the comics. A more emotional and heartfelt approach to the character could make the audience feel more invested in his journey, his struggles, and his victories. By doing so, the movie could connect more deeply with fans and attract new ones, leading to a more successful and memorable adaptation of the character. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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