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· Bryan Ke
Hiro Murai to make feature film debut in A24’s ‘Bushido’
Japanese American filmmaker Hiro Murai is set to make his feature-length film directorial debut with A24’s “Bushido.” “Bushido” is described as an original samurai action movie set in feudal Japan. In addition to directing, Murai will serve as producer alongside scriptwriter…
· Bryan Ke
A24’s ‘Beef’, ‘Past Lives’ lead TV and film nominees at Gotham Awards
With three nods each, A24’s “Beef” and “Past Lives” are leading TV and film nominations, respectively, at the 2023 Gotham Awards. Announcement: Gotham Film and Media Institute Executive Director Jeffrey Sharp and Deputy Director Kia Brooks announced the list of nominees in a…
· Grace Kim
Interview: Uncovering the ‘secret’ messages within A24’s ‘Past Lives’ with Celine Song, Greta Lee
In the middle of discussing her latest film, “Past Lives” writer and director Celine Song briefly interrupts herself to ensure she understands her audience – in this case, me, her interviewer. “I’m assuming you’re Korean American,” she guesses, amusing me with her reasoning:…
· Editorial Staff
It’s Ali Wong vs. Steven Yeun in trailer for Netflix, A24 dark comedy ‘Beef’
Netflix released the official trailer for “Beef,” an upcoming dark comedy starring Ali Wong and Steven Yeun, on Wednesday. According to Netflix’s synopsis for the 10-episode A24 series, which was created by Lee Sung Jin for the streaming platform, “Beef follows the aftermath of…
· William Yuk
A24 to auction hot dog fingers, butt plug trophy, Raccacoonie and more from ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’
A24 is putting everything from everywhere on the block all at once, including fanny packs and butt plugs, for its upcoming “Everything Everything All at Once” prop auctions. The independent production powerhouse is hosting three distinct auctions themed after different aspects…
· Daniel Anderson
‘Past Lives’: Celine Song’s critically acclaimed A24 debut gets a trailer
A24 has released the official trailer for “Past Lives,” writer Celine Song’s directorial debut starring Greta Lee. The romantic drama film centers around a relationship over the course of decades. Lee, 39, who is best known for her role as Maxine in “Russian Doll,” plays Nora.…
· Grace Kim
Nathan Min, The Daniels, Steven Yeun and A24 team up for new Showtime comedy ‘Mason’
“Mason,” a new half-hour comedy show by Nathan Min, Daniel Scheinart and Daniel Kwan (The Daniels), Steven Yeun and A24, has been greenlit by Showtime. Min (“Joe Pera Talks to You”) will star in the upcoming title based on his real-life experiences in addition to writing and…
· Ryan General
Michelle Yeoh takes a trippy multiverse journey in trailer for A24’s ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’
Malaysian actor Michelle Yeoh is traveling through multiple dimensions in her new film “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” Into the Michelle-verse: On Tuesday, independent entertainment company A24 released the first trailer of the mind-bending action thriller, which explores…
· Thy Nguyen
‘Russian Doll’ Star Greta Lee Partnering with A24 in Cathy Park Hong’s ‘Minor Feelings’ Adaptation
Actress Greta Lee is teaming up with A24 Productions to bring the New York Times bestseller “Minor Feelings,” written by Cathy Park Hong, to the screen. The television series will be inspired by Hong’s most recent novel, according to Deadline.
· Ryan General
How Celine Song’s matchmaking job inspired her new film ‘Materialists’
Long before directing the A24 romantic comedy “Materialists,” Celine Song worked as a professional matchmaker in New York City. That experience, she tells Today.com, directly shaped the story, characters and themes of her second feature film. Real job turns character study
· Ryan General
First-time actor Sora Wong delivers breakout performance in ‘Bring Her Back’
Australian teenager Sora Wong, who has limited vision due to her coloboma and microphthalmia, makes her acting debut in the A24a horror film “Bring Her Back,” directed by Danny and Michael Philippou. The 14-year-old was cast as Piper, a blind girl, after her mother spotted a…
· Ryan General
Philippine pro-basketball league to implement 4-point shot
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), Asia’s first professional basketball league, recently announced the introduction of the four-point shot for the upcoming Season 49. The new rule, which awards four points for successful shots from beyond a 27-foot arc, aims to…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh will star in Prime Video’s ‘Blade Runner 2099’ sequel series
Award-winning actor Michelle Yeoh has been cast in Amazon’s upcoming series “Blade Runner 2099.” Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Michelle Yeoh
Oscar-winning actor Michelle Yeoh was among the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor the president can give to civilians in the United States, last week. Key points:
· Ryan General
‘What kind of American are you?’ Nelson Lee says ‘Civil War’ scene is jarring echo of his career
Actor Nelson Lee, star of the new A24 film “Civil War,” says a scene in the movie reminded him of the racism he’s faced throughout his Hollywood career. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
‘The Sympathizer’ author Viet Thahn Nguyen slams critics
Viet Thanh Nguyen, the author of 2015 novel “The Sympathizer,” has responded to critics who targeted certain aspects of his work, including realism and race, as well as personal attacks. Key points:
· Carl Samson
‘The Sympathizer’: Final trailer released for adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen novel
HBO has released the official trailer for “The Sympathizer,” its highly anticipated espionage thriller series based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same title. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Vietnam’s capital Hanoi tops list of most polluted cities in the world
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, topped a list of the world’s most polluted cities on Monday. Cause of pollution: Hanoi is enveloped in thick smog caused by high levels of particulates attributed to widespread construction, vehicle emissions, carbon emissions from coal plants and…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan to present at 2024 Oscars
Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan, named best actress and best supporting actor at last year’s Oscars, have been tapped to return this year as presenters. Breaking the news: The Academy announced on Monday its full line-up of presenters for the 96th Oscars, which will take place at…
· Ryan General
‘Beef’ Season 2’s rumored predominantly white cast sparks backlash
Fans of Netflix’s award-winning series “Beef” are expressing disappointment over the rumored predominantly white casting choices for its upcoming second season. Second season reports: Reports have emerged that “Beef” creator and executive producer Lee Sung Jin is eyeing Charles…