Oppenheimer leads Oscar nominations - with big nods for Barbie too

This Day in History: First Academy Awards Ceremony

This Day in History: , First Academy Awards Ceremony. May 16, 1929. The first awards ceremony was thought up by MGM mogul, Louis B. Mayer. Styled more as a dinner party than how we know the Oscars today, the event included about 250 people. Before this first ceremony was conducted, the winners had already been announced. The purpose of the ceremony was to honor the awardees and to present them with their Oscar statuettes. 'Wings' and 'Sunrise' were the first films to be awarded as the best films of the year. Emil Jannings won the Best Actor award and Janet Gaynor won in the Best Actress category

Michelle Yeoh to Star in Prime Video's 'Blade Runner 2099' Series | THR News Video

Michelle Yeoh is heading to the world of 'Blade Runner.' The Oscar-winning actress has been cast in a lead role in the Prime Video TV project 'Blade Runner 2099.' There's no description yet of Yeoh's character. And there's no premiere date set yet for the limited series, which marks the first live-action 'Blade Runner' property since the 2017 film 'Blade Runner 2049.'

Maite Alberdi on Making Academy Award Winning Documentary 'The Eternal Memory' | THR News Video

Maite Alberdi, the director who made Oscar history as the first Chilean woman to be nominated for an Academy Award, chats with The Hollywood Reporter about making her documentary 'The Eternal Memory.'

Robert Downey Jr. Reveals Whether He Would Return to Marvel as 'Iron Man' | THR News Video

Robert Downey Jr. could make a return to the MCU as 'Iron Man!' Even though he recently won his first Oscar for 'Oppenheimer,' he's not looking to run from his Marvel past. In an interview with Esquire, the actor says he'd "happily" return as Tony Stark / Iron Man.

Cillian Murphy to Star in 'Blood Runs Coal' Film Adaptation at Universal | THR News Video

Cillian Murphy is on a hot streak booking his next gig after winning the best actor Oscar for 'Oppenheimer.' The actor is attached to star in and produce 'Blood Runs Coal,' an adaptation of the non-fiction book that Universal has acquired.

Cillian Murphy Returning for 'Peaky Blinders' Movie, Series Creator Confirms | THR News Video

Newly minted Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy will indeed be returning to 'Peaky Blinders.' Series creator Steven Knight confirmed that Murphy will be going back to the mean streets of Birmingham in the feature-length movie of the BBC hit franchise when it films later this year. The 'Oppenheimer' star led the hit BBC period crime series as violent gang leader Tommy Shelby. During a red carpet interview on Tuesday Knight confirmed, "He definitely is returning for it. We're shooting it in September just down the road," referring to an area of central Birmingham.

Cannes kicks off with a Palme d'Or for Meryl Streep and a post-'Barbie' fête of Greta Gerwig

Margot Robbie Following Success of 'Barbie' With 'Monopoly' Movie

Margot Robbie , Following Success of 'Barbie' , With 'Monopoly' Movie. NBC reports that Margot Robbie will soon bring the iconic game 'Monopoly' to the big-screen. . NBC reports that Margot Robbie will soon bring the iconic game 'Monopoly' to the big-screen. . Her company, LuckChap, is producing a live-action film based on the iconic real estate-focused board game along with the game's owner, Hasbro Entertainment. Her company, LuckChap, is producing a live-action film based on the iconic real estate-focused board game along with the game's owner, Hasbro Entertainment. The game is available in over 100 countries and has sold almost half-a-billion copies since its release in 1935. LuckyChap attained blockbuster success with 'Barbie,' which became the highest-grossing movie of 2023, raking in $1.4 billion globally. I could not imagine a better production team for this beloved and iconic brand than LuckyChap. They are exceptional producers who choose their projects with great thought and care, and join Monopoly with a clear point of view. , Adam Fogelson, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair, via NBC. We are tremendously excited to be working with the entire LuckyChap team on what we all believe can be their next blockbuster, Adam Fogelson, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair, via NBC. Both LuckyChap and Hasbro released statements expressing their excitement for the upcoming project. Monopoly is a top property — pun fully intended. Like all of the best IP, this game has resonated worldwide for generations, and we are so excited to bring this game to life alongside the wonderful teams involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro, LuckyChap statement, via NBC. Monopoly is a top property — pun fully intended. Like all of the best IP, this game has resonated worldwide for generations, and we are so excited to bring this game to life alongside the wonderful teams involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro, LuckyChap statement, via NBC. As one of the most iconic games in the world, Monopoly provides an incredible platform for storytelling opportunities, Zev Foreman, Hasbro Entertainment’s head of film, via NBC. NBC reports that it remains unclear how the filmmakers will weave a narrative around the two-dimensional world of the board game. . NBC reports that it remains unclear how the filmmakers will weave a narrative around the two-dimensional world of the board game.

Shakira Voices Mixed Feelings About 'Barbie,' Says She and Her Sons Found it "Emasculating" | THR News Video

Shakira says that she and her sons found the 'Barbie' movie "emasculating." The Colombian pop star opened up about finding empowerment after being brought down by heartbreak in a new Allure profile and cover story. When asked her thoughts on Greta Gerwig's blockbuster film, Shakira told Allure, "My sons absolutely hated it. They felt that it was emasculating. And I agree, to a certain extent."