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Coachella Bans Narcissists (and Selfie Sticks)
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The Coachella Music Festival kicks off in the California desert this weekend, and if you’re making the pilgrimage, you should acquaint yourself with the rules before heading out. Most notably, the festival has banned narcissists from attending, something Angelenos in particular should note. Along those same lines, selfie sticks are also banned. The full list of things not allowed at Coachella is pretty long, and you can read it here. Highlights of the contraband list, aside from what’s mentioned above, are: drugs, skateboards, blankets, fireworks, “promotional items,” totems, kites, video cameras and audio recording devices. Also Read: Coachella 2016: Parties, »
- Phil Owen
‘American Gods’ Casts Jonathan Tucker, Crispin Glover
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Starz’s “American Gods” has added Crispin Glover and Jonathan Tucker to its growing cast, TheWrap has learned. Ricky Whittle stars in the adaptation of the Neil Gaiman novel, which portrays a war between the old gods of biblical and mythological roots and a new group of gods “reflecting society’s modern love of money, technology, media, celebrity and drugs.” Emily Browning and Ian McShane also star. Michael Green and Bryan Fuller will act as showrunners and executive producers, while David Slade will direct. Also Read: 'American Gods' Cast Assembles for the First Time (Photo) Tucker will play »
- Linda Ge
Justin Bieber Masters Art of Naughty Coloring; Internet Applauds
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Congratulations, Justin Bieber; you’ve conquered another art form. “Purpose” singer Bieber revealed yet another talent on Instagram this week, when he unveiled his latest masterpiece: A completed page from what appears to be a very sexy coloring book. The image depicts a woman with a headband adorned with feathers, dressed in a top that reveals generous portions of underboob and panties drawn down to her upper thighs. Also Read: Ufc Fighter Nate Diaz on Silencing Doubters, His Beef With Justin Bieber (Video) In case that was too subtle, she also appears to be suggestively licking a blade of some sort. »
- Tim Kenneally
‘Room’ Star Jacob Tremblay in Talks for Lionsgate’s ‘Wonder’ (Exclusive)
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Jacob Tremblay is in talks to star in Lionsgate’s “Wonder,” based on the beloved book by R.J. Palacio, multiple individuals familiar with the project have told TheWrap. The studio is also targeting Julia Roberts to play Tremblay’s mother, according to insiders. A representative for Tremblay declined to comment when contacted by TheWrap. John August and Steve Conrad are among the writers who have taken a crack at adapting Palacio’s coming-of-age novel, which follows Auggie Pullman, a young boy born with a facial deformity who encounters bullies while attending school for the first time. Also Read: 17 Promising Actors Under 17 (Photos) Todd Lieberman and. »
- Jeff Sneider
James Cameron Slams Screening Room Again, Says Movies Should Be ‘Exclusively in Theaters on Initial Release’
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“Avatar” director James Cameron doubled down on his opposition to Sean Parker’s Screening Room proposal in a surprise appearance at CinemaCon on Thursday. “My producing partner Jon Landau and I are fully committed to the sanctity of the in-theater experience,” he said at the end of the Fox presentation at Caesars Palace. “Regardless of what the folks associated with the Screening Room say, I firmly believe movies need to be exclusively in theaters on their initial release.” Cameron has been one of the more outspoken and high-profile of the proposed plan, which would allow consumers to pay about $50 to. »
- Thom Geier
James Cameron Announces Fourth ‘Avatar’ Sequel, Release Dates
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James Cameron announced yet another sequel in his planned follow-up to “Avatar.” Appearing onstage at ComicCon 2016 at 20th Century Fox, the prolific franchise director was introduced by studio co-ceo’s Stacey Snider and Jim Gianopulos where he dropped a full release schedule for the new films. “Avatar 2” hits Christmas 2018, followed by “Avatar 3” at Christmas 2020, “Avatar 4” for Christmas 2022 and “Avatar 5” dated for Christmas 2023. More to come.. »
- Matt Donnelly
Elle Fanning is ‘Dangerous’ in Nicolas Winding Refn’s ‘Neon Demon’ Trailer (Video)
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Amazon Studios has released the first trailer for Nicolas Winding Refn‘s “The Neon Demon,” starring Elle Fanning, and it looks fantastic. Fanning plays Jesse, an aspiring model who moves to Los Angeles, only to encounter a group of beauty-obsessed women who will do anything to get what she has. The film co-stars Christina Hendricks, Jena Malone, Bella Heathcote, Abbey Lee, Karl Glusman, Desmond Harrington and Keanu Reeves. Refn has described “Neon Demon” as a horror movie about “vicious beauty.” Amazon will release the film sometime in June. We can’t wait to check out the latest from the “Drive” director. »
- Jeff Sneider
‘Ghost In The Shell’ Fans Not Happy About ‘Whitewashed’ American Remake
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The first picture of Scarlett Johansson in the upcoming American remake of “Ghost In The Shell” has sparked a backlash from fans who complain its another example of Hollywood whitewashing. For those not into anime, “Ghost In The Shell” is widely regarded as one of the all-time greats of the genre. Starting out as a worldwide-bestselling manga by Masamune Shirow, the franchise has expanded into several critically-acclaimed animated adaptations, including a 1995 film. The lead character, Major Motoko Kusanagi, is a cyborg working for the counter-terrorist organization Section 9. Her unit is tasked to bring down the Puppet Master, a sentient »
- Jeremy Fuster
Donald Trump’s Campaign Manager Won’t Be Prosecuted in Reporter Altercation
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Breathe easy, Corey Lewandowski; you’re apparently off the hook. Lewandowski, the Donald Trump campaign manager who last month came under fire for an altercation with a female reporter at a Trump press conference in Florida, will not be prosecuted for the alleged incident. “As state attorney, I have made the decision that this office will not be filing charges against Corey Lewandowski for battery,” said Palm Beach County state attorney Dave Aronberg at a Thursday afternoon news conference. “Although there was probable cause to make an arrest, the evidence cannot prove all legally required elements of the crime alleged and is insufficient to. »
- Tim Kenneally
‘Assassin’s Creed’ First Look: Michael Fassbender Shirtless and Savage
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Michael Fassbender‘s passion project “Assassin’s Creed” looks legit — as both a worthy adaptation of the video game and as a setup for a studio franchise. Fassbender addressed movie exhibitors attending CinemaCon 2016 in a pre-taped message, where he called director Justin Kurzel “Australia’s greatest export” and setup at teaser trailer starring himself and his previous Lady MacBeth, Marion Cotillard. As far as the footage is concerned, Fassbender (also a producer) shows fantastic economy as a ninja warrior, tortured soul and lean-muscled, bare-chested movie star all in one. Also Read: Fox Confirms 'Deadpool' Sequel in Progress With Ryan Reynolds, »
- Matt Donnelly
‘Chicago Fire’ Producers Sign Multi-Year Deal With Universal Television
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“Chicago Fire” creators Michael Brandt and Derek Haas have signed a multi-year overall deal with Universal Television, TheWrap has learned. Under the deal, Brandt and Haas will continue to executive produce Dick Wolf‘s “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago P.D.” and “Chicago Med.” They are also attached to executive produce the pilot “Chicago Justice,” the legal spinoff of the Chicago franchise, which goes into production this month. “Justice” is set to get a backdoor pilot during a May episode of “P.D.” Also Read: Ratings: 'Chicago Fire' Torches James Corden's 'Carpool Karaoke' Special Brandt and Haas are also currently filming the thriller “Overdrive, »
- Joe Otterson
‘Independence Day: Resurgence’ Sneak Peek Teases More Alien Destruction: ‘They Like to Get the Landmarks’
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Jeff Goldblum, Vivica A. Fox, Brent Spiner and Sela Ward were among the stars who hit the stage at CinemaCon on Thursday to introduce a new sneak peek at “Independence Day: Resurgence.” The new footage included more details on the plot, in which the aliens who were defeated in Roland Emmerich‘s 1996 film return in full force to destroy all of Earth. “They like to get the landmarks,” Goldblum’s scientist character says toward the end after multiple scenes of major skyscrapers and familiar sites toppling. Also Read: 'Independence Day: Resurgence' New Teaser Reveals More Alien Menace, Wacky »
- Meriah Doty
‘Pretty Little Liars’ Actor Charged for Pulling Gun on Neighbor
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“Pretty Little Liars” actor Brandon Jones is facing criminal charges for pointing a gun at his neighbor during an alleged dispute last October. The actor has been charged with one felony count of assault with a firearm and one misdemeanor count each of exhibiting a deadly weapon and exhibiting a concealable firearm in public. Jones allegedly pulled out a gun during a dispute with a neighbor at his home in Los Angeles’ North Hills section, prosecutors say. He faces up to five years in state prison if convicted. The neighbor has also been charged with brandishing a knife. Also Read: Disney Channel Star Debby. »
- Reid Nakamura
Zooey Deschanel, Jeffrey Tambor, Quvenzhané Wallis Join ‘Trolls’ Voice Cast (Exclusive)
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Zooey Deschanel, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, Quvenzhané Wallis and comedy legend John Cleese have joined the voice cast of DreamWorks Animation’s “Trolls,” TheWrap has exclusively learned. Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake star alongside James Corden, Russell Brand, Gwen Stefani, Kunal Nayyar, comedian Ron Funches and Swedish electropop duo Icona Pop. Based on the popular toy line created by Danish fisherman Thomas Dam, “Trolls” follows hardcore survivalist Branch (Timberlake) and Princess Poppy (Kendrick) as they embark on an epic adventure. Also Read: James Corden, Russell Brand, Gwen Stefani Join Voice Cast of DreamWorks Animation's 'Trolls' (Photos) Deschanel, »
- Jeff Sneider
Fox Confirms ‘Deadpool’ Sequel in Progress With Ryan Reynolds, Director Tim Miller
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It’s official: Ryan Reynolds is suiting up again for a “Deadpool” sequel with director Tim Miller. The news was confirmed at CinemaCon 2016 during the 20th Century Fox presentation, by studio co-CEOs Stacey Snider and Jim Gianopulos. “Deadpool” grossed nearly $760 million worldwide and earned wide praise for busting the conventions of the ubiquitous comic-book superhero genre. Also Read: 'The Girl on the Train' First Trailer: Sex, Booze, Murder in Spades The R-rated romp costarred Morena Baccarin, T.J. Miller and Karan Soni, with a script by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick. It’s unclear if any of them will »
- Matt Donnelly
‘The View': Raven-Symone Gets Weirdly Aroused Over Donny Osmond
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Goodness; things got a little touchy-feely on Thursday’s episode of “The View.” Panelist Raven-Symoné fully expressed her puppy love for Donny Osmond — a guest on the episode — during Thursday’s opening segment, fondly recalling her previous work experience with the entertainer. “You know, I love me some Donny Osmond,” Raven-Symoné, rocking a fire-orange coiffure to match her passions, enthused, “We did a movie together and music together, and I just felt some kind of connection with this man. I love him.” The declaration of love was but a mere bit of verbal foreplay, however. Also Read: 'The View »
- Tim Kenneally
George H.W. Bush Lawyer: Anita Hill Film ‘Confirmation’ Is as Realistic ‘as Game of Thrones’
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George H.W. Bush’s former lawyer has created a website to combat what he says are “mischaracterizations and falsehoods” in HBO’s upcoming movie movie “Confirmation,” about Anita Hill’s sexual harassment allegations against Clarence Thomas. As a lawyer for the Bush Administration, Mark Paoletta helped usher Thomas through his Supreme Court confirmation hearings 25 years ago. Now, he hopes to give his side of what happened with the site, www.confirmationbiased.com. The HBO film, starring Kerry Washington as Anita Hill, debuts Saturday and tells the story of Thomas’ nomination to the United States’ Supreme Court, which was endangered when his former colleague, »
- Tony Maglio
John Cena Wants You to Watch ‘American Grit’ and ‘Instantaneously Forget About’ Him
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Come for the WWE Superstar, stay for the competition — that’s John Cena‘s message for fans who tune in to “American Grit” tonight. “My goal is, people watch this and instantaneously forget about me,” the face of professional wrestling told TheWrap during a recent telephone interview. Cena was drawn to the Fox reality show for two reasons: 1) The participation of high-ranking military members as coaches, “or cadres,” on the show; and 2) The fact that the biggest, strongest, fastest competitor will not necessarily win. Oh, and it just so happens that the shooting took place while Cena was on a three-month. »
- Tony Maglio
‘Game of Silence’ Review: A Brutal But Often Gripping Search for Justice
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If you missed out on Tuesday night’s sneak preview of NBC’s new series “Game of Silence” because you believed it to be another terribly named reality show, you’d be forgiven. Poor title choice aside, the reality showcased in the incoming drama is much more horrifying than anything a non-scripted series could provide. It’s worth watching when it moves to its regular time slot tonight. Based on a Turkish series that was inspired by the Brad Pitt film “Sleepers,” “Game of Silence” revolves around four childhood friends whose innocent antics landed them nine months in a juvenile detention center where terrible, »
- Amber Dowling
Stephen King’s ‘The Mist’ Ordered to Series at Spike
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Spike TV just got a bit spookier. The Viacom cable channel has ordered “The Mist” to series — a TWC-Dimension Television show based on the classic Stephen King novella. “The Mist” tells a harrowing story about a seemingly innocuous mist that seeps into a small town and creates immense havoc. The adaptation will have 10 one-hour episodes set for a 2017 debut. Spike had ordered a pilot for the now-series in February. Also Read: Adam Carolla Lands Live Comedy-Building Hybrid Series on Spike “From the brilliant mind of Stephen King and the incredible production team at TWC-Dimension TV, ‘The Mist’ will take audiences on a thrilling ride through. »
- Tony Maglio
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