Entertainment industry developments span major franchise updates, including intimacy coordination additions for upcoming blockbusters, casting choices for folk horror projects, and high-profile sequel creative disputes. According to reports across trade publications and insider updates, studios and filmmakers are adjusting production protocols and creative teams for several prominent cinematic properties.
Godzilla x Kong: Supernova Adds Intimacy Coordination
Production on Godzilla x Kong: Supernova has brought on intimacy coordinator Kristina Sexton to supervise filming, according to a post from godzilla.uk on Threads. The outlet noted that previous Monsterverse films did not utilize an intimacy coordinator, marking a shift in on-set protocols for the franchise.
Lilly Wachowski Addresses Potential Matrix Sequel Involvement
Co-director Lilly Wachowski stated during an interview with KCRW’s The Business (via Deadline) that she does not want to play in The Matrix sandbox anymore and remains undecided on giving Drew Goddard her blessing for his upcoming sequel. “Warner Bros.—they want to make another thing,” Wachowski told the outlet. “They’re always going to want to make another thing. Personally, I don’t want to play in that sandbox anymore. I’m kind of done.” According to Wachowski, a potential situation involves deciding whether to pass on a blessing to Goddard, though the outcome remains unknown.
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Did you know? The Matrix 5 was announced with Drew Goddard attached to write and direct, while franchise co-creator Lana Wachowski is set to executive produce.
Erika Linder and T’Nia Miller Join Folk Horror Film Häxan
Actors Erika Linder and T’Nia Miller are attached to star in Häxan, a psychological folk horror movie currently filming in Sweden, according to Screen Daily and Bloody-Disgusting. Directed by Tina Gharavi, the film is an original story inspired by the 17th-century witch trials rather than a direct remake of the 1922 quasi-documentary of the same title, though the original serves as a foundational text. Moby serves as executive producer and is attached to provide an original score.
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Zach Cregger Steps Away From Writing Weapons Prequel Gladys
Filmmaker Zach Cregger revealed in an interview with Deadline that he is no longer writing the prequel to Weapons that focuses on Amy Madigan’s Oscar-winning turn as Aunt Gladys. Cregger stated that Zach Shields has taken over writing duties for the project, noting, “Oh, actually, Zach Shields is writing Gladys. I was developing the story with him, but he’s writing it.”
Ketchup Entertainment Acquires ViQueens
Ketchup Entertainment has acquired U.S. distribution rights to ViQueens, a Norwegian animated movie directed by Harald Zwart, according to Deadline. The voice cast features Ella Purnell, Rita Ora, Steve Speirs, Anton Lesser, and Alan Carr. The story follows two Viking girls, Ingrid (voiced by Purnell) and Hedvig (voiced by Ora), who journey from Norway through Byzantine intrigue along the Silk Road to return a stowaway boy to China. Christophe Beck is attached to compose the original score.
Casting and Production Updates for Man of Tomorrow and Avengers: Doomsday
In DCU news, entertainment insider Apocalyptic Horseman reported on Twitter that Sinqua Walls plays a very physical mystery role in Man of Tomorrow that may set up a future film. Meanwhile, insider Daniel Richtman reported on Twitter that reshoots have officially wrapped on Avengers: Doomsday, adding that one specific scene will satisfy fans.
Pro Tip: Keep track of upcoming cinematic releases and casting shifts by monitoring verified trade reports and filmmaker interviews rather than unverified social media rumors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is directing the upcoming folk horror film Häxan?
Tina Gharavi is attached to direct the project, which features an original score by Moby.
What is ViQueens about?
Directed by Harald Zwart, the animated feature follows two Viking girls who travel along the Silk Road to return a stowaway boy to China.
Are reshoots finished for Avengers: Doomsday?
According to a social media report by insider Daniel Richtman, reshoots for the film have officially concluded.
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