'Meg 2: The Trench' Director Ben Wheatley Explains Why His Tomb Raider Movie Never Happened

Ben Wheatley undoubtedly blew some cinephile minds a few years ago when he was announced as the director of “Meg 2: The Trench,” a follow-up to 2018’s fun-enough August blockbuster “The Meg.” Turns out Wheatley’s attempt at being a popcorn salesman ain’t so good, but the pitch must have been spectacular: sea explorers navigating unchartered darkness and facing its monsters like “Alien”; massive, unforeseen creatures like “King Kong“; a bombastic human buffet like “Jurassic Park”; a big freakin’ shark à la “The Meg,” but now with even more sharks, with a pre-packaged Jason Statham kicking their tails one at a time.

A24 will be releasing its first movie musical later this year and it looks hilarious!

The trailer for the NSFW movie “Dicks: The Musical” is here.

the upcoming film adaptation of Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson's off-Broadway musical is a raunchy, hilarious, -style romp. When two douchey business bros, played by Sharp and Jackson, discover that they're long-lost identical twins, they scheme to switch places (despite looking nothing alike) and get their parents back together.This is complicated by the fact that their father, played by Nathan Lane, is «queer as a three-dollar bill, and just as thin,» and their mother, played by Megan Mullally has plans to «drown them in the bathtub, in the old fashioned way.»Megan Thee Stallion makes her feature debut in the film, playing the twins' «lady boss,» who gets a few musical moments of her own (in addition to literally dog-walking some of her underlings).The wild musical also features lyrics like «life's a f*cking handjob, and I always play to win,» co-stars Bowen Yang, and introduces something called the Sewer Boys.

Sophia Scorziello editor “Dicks: The Musical,” the first film musical from A24, has everything: Megan Thee Stallion, a “Parent Trap” plotline, a pair of twins singing penis euphemisms, Nathan Lane and a cage full of mutant sewer boys. The independent banner released the first trailer for the R-rated comedy on Thursday morning, shortly following the announcement by the Toronto International Film Festival that the film will play in the event’s Midnight Madness section.

Netflix UK this August, including a few horror staples.A list of all the titles departing the platform next month has emerged (via What’s On Netflix), with fans not having long to catch the likes of Cloverfield and Jigsaw.Also set to depart the streamer are Margot Robbie’s I, Tonya, Matt Damon’s Elysium and Denzel Washington’s Glory.The 1999 psychological drama Girl, Interrupted, which stars Angelina Jolie, and 2011’s The Iron Lady starring Meryl Streep, will also disappear from the platform next month.The Little Prince, which was actually one of Netflix’s first animated originals, has also been confirmed to be leaving, having departed from the US site in 2021.In other Netflix news, the streamer recently axed its cheapest ad-free plan in the US and UK.

Lady Gaga is remembering her friend, Tony Bennett, in a touching tribute.

Angelina Jolie is one of the world’s most iconic actresses, who has also made a name for herself for her incredible humanitarian work. Over the years, she has captivated audiences worldwide with her talent and beauty, as well as her dedication to bettering the world.

Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon are still dating after they were first spotted together last year. A source close to the 32-year-old jewelry designer told People the relationship is still “going very strong.” The insider said, “they are doing great” and, “The two have been spending a lot of time together this summer as they truly enjoy each other’s company and are very into each other. It’s apparent to anyone who sees them together.”According to the outlet, the actor, who used to be married to Angelina Jolie, spent his summer in Europe filming a movie about Formula One racing.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Meg Mathews has been banned from driving after she was found to be more than twice the legal limit with alcohol after crashing her car.The music PR and 90s Britpop figure, who was married to Noel Gallagher during Oasis's heyday, had been on her way home following a book signing.The 57 year old star appeared before Cornwall Magistrates’ Court in Bodmin on Friday, July 28, following the incident in Newquay earlier this month.The court heard the former music PR executive had a “couple of drinks” at a book launch on the evening of July 7 and after the event planned to stay at a friend’s house nearby.The friend wanted to see Meg's swanky new Jeep Wrangler 4x4, so she took them for a drive, but it wasn't long before the star collided with a parked car in Stret Ewyn, Nansledan. Read More Related Articles David and Victoria Beckham enjoy lavish double date with Lionel Messi and wife The collision caused minor damage, and the owner of the other vehicle called the police at around 9.15pm.

Billy Bob Thornton has been spotted in Glasgow's nightclub - The Garage.

Jaden Thompson Cinespia has announced a handful of additional September screenings to round out their 22nd summer season at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. The latest additions include “The Devil Wears Prada” on Sept. 2, “The Goonies” on Sept.

Stu Silver, the screenplay writer for the 1987 comedy Throw Momma From The Train, died July 18 in Rochester, NY from complications of prostate cancer. He was 76, his son said.

Celebrity couples can meet anywhere. However, the public is always particularly interested when they fall in love on the set of a project that they are co-starring in.

Prime Video has released a sizzle reel of its lineup for the coming months, including a first look at Mr. & Mrs. Smith, starring Donald Glover and Maya Erskine, as well as looks at Season 2 of Reacher, The Boys spinoff Gen V, and more.

Brad Pitt is desperately trying to force out business partner Yuri Shefler, a Russian vodka oligarch, from his celebrated French vineyard. The story also adds another layer to Brad's vitriolic split from Angelina Jolie. Before they were married, Brad and Angelina purchased the Château Miraval estate in France. At the time of the purchase, he owned a 60% stake, and she owned a 40% stake.

A campaign has been launched to save Elstree Studios, the renowned film studios where production for the first Star Wars film took place. The studio in Herfordshire was chosen by George Lucas to shoot the first film in the franchise but faces a significant repair bill due to aging infrastructure, including asbestos and 'dangerous roofs'.

Brad Pitt’s relationship with ex-wife Angelina Jolie might be rocky amid their ongoing legal drama, but his romance with Ines de Ramon is still going strong.

“Barbie” director Greta Gerwig has a good reason why she chose not to use CGI on Margot Robbie’s feet.

Kevin Costner and his wife, Christine Baumgartner, filed for divorce in May of this year and are due in court Wednesday for a case-management conference. The couple, who share three children, had been married for 18 years before calling it quits.  Both Costner and Baumgartner filed for joint custody of their children as well.  Representing Costner in the proceedings is Laura Wasser, the go-to celebrity divorce attorney.