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Working and living abroad is the dream of many people across the world. Getting to explore new places, meet new people, and experience new cultures is exciting in real life and on the screen. Going to another country to do your work brings out another type of energy, and that journey is what inspired the series Expats.

Series and movies that deal with living abroad often aren’t only about being a fish out of the water but are often introspective journeys that explore isolation and what it means to be yourself. Expats created a passionate fanbase, and there are plenty of great shows and movies for those fans to watch if they need something similar.

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Exclusive: Andrew Lloyd Webber has unveiled his new West End and Broadway musical: a magical romance called The Illusionist, directed by Sunset Boulevard’s Jamie Lloyd.

During a private audience at his penthouse office adjacent to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, one of six theatres controlled through his Lw Theatres group, the legendary composer of Phantom of the Opera and Evita gave Deadline an exclusive preview of three of the several numbers he has so far scored.

The impresario says Oscar-winning screenwriter Chris Terrio (Argo) “has done the book very much with me, but he’s the scriptwriter.” British songwriter Bruno Major is also attached.

Lloyd Webber performed an early draft of his score to Lloyd earlier this year as they began preparing to open Sunset Boulevard, starring Nicole Scherzinger and Tom Francis, on Broadway. The show premiered at the St. James Theater on October 20 to ecstatic notices from the majority of critics.

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck have shared a wonderful friendship that has lasted decades. Hailing from the same school, the duo hit big in Hollywood when they wrote and starred in the Oscar-winning film Good Will Hunting. Since then, the two have become stalwarts in their own ways and have also been creative partners.

Affleck played the role of Batman in the Dceu, which recently got a reboot from DC Studios chief James Gunn. While the franchise had its share of problems, the Gigli star seemed to be excited in the beginning, when he was cast in Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice. Damon revealed the actual reason why Affleck thought the film was a sure-shot hit.

Matt Damon Reveals Reason For Ben Affleck’s Confidence In Playing Batman Ben Affleck in Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice | Credits: Warner Bros.

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There was a time when writer Will Beall was one of Hollywood's most sought-after writers. However, after the star-studded Gangster Squad failed to meet expectations, that all changed. 

Warner Bros. still turned to him for help with expanding its DC Universe, though, and he's credited with working on both Aquaman and...Zack Snyder's Justice League?! The reason Beall got a "Story by" credit on that director's cut is because he was once tasked with writing a vaguely similar Justice League movie which, believe it or not, Ben Affleck was eyed to direct (years being cast as Batman).

The project started taking shape in the early 2010s and was ultimately scrapped when Warner Bros. put all of its eggs in Zack Snyder's basket. In this feature, we take a look at what might have been, delving into everything we know about Beall's plans for this scrapped project.

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Daisy Ridley confirmed she's contracted for one new Star Wars movie, which is set 15 years after The Rise of Skywalker and directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy. Ridley, known for her role as Rey, shared her experience of fame following her massive role in the Star Wars sequels on the Smartless podcast. Kathleen Kennedy, Lucasfilm president, addresses the concerning toxic side of the Star Wars fandom, particularly noting the impact on women in the franchise.

With Daisy Ridley set to return to the Star Wars universe as Rey Skywalker to lead a new set of movies, the actress has revealed how many projects she's currently signed on for in a galaxy far, far away. Ridley played the leading role in 2015's Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which ushered in a new era of Star Wars projects under the Disney banner. Since then, she has reprised the role of Rey, a force-sensitive prodigy,...

It’s always fun to hear your favorite filmmakers talk about the nitty-gritty details of your favorite film. And if you are a fan of the superhero genre, you certainly cannot help yourself from wondering what went through Zack Snyder’s mind when he was making Ben Affleck’s Justice League. In an interview with the Russo Brothers, the filmmaker talked about everything from his vision to his process regarding his version of Justice League.

A still from Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021) | Warner Bros. Pictures

During the conversation, Zack Snyder mentioned the one scene he badly wanted to incorporate in his film – the Knightmare sequence where Darkseid had destroyed Earth. He talked about how he and Chris Terrio made his dream come true and what went on behind the scenes.

Zack Snyder Talks about Ben Affleck’s Post-Apocalyptic Scene in ‘Justice League’ Ben Affleck in Justice League‘s Knightmare sequence | Warner Bros.

Singer James Blunt claims the pressure put on Carrie Fisher by Star Wars bosses led to her drugs relapse before her death at 60 years old. Blunt was good friends with Fisher for several years, even living with her for a time. Fisher's daughter reportedly blamed James Blunt for her mother's death due to his method of "helping" with her drug addictions.

Singer James Blunt has laid the death of Carrie Fisher squarely at the feet of Star Wars bosses, who he says drove her to a drugs relapse through the pressure of her return to the franchise. In a brutally frank exchange with the audience during Hay Literature Festival (via Daily Mail), Blunt did not hold back in calling out the demands on Fisher to thin for her return as Princess Leia as the reason she turned to drugs again, and, ultimately, passed away aged 60 years old.

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Rey Skywalker could have easily chosen to pursue a path toward the dark side of the Force in that galaxy far, far away. But, even though her identity was revealed to be the granddaughter of the Emperor in Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker, Rey chose to take up the moniker of Skywalker at the end of the film. And in a brand-new interview, Daisy Ridley opens up about reprising the role of Rey in Star Wars: New Jedi Order. And this time around the actress says, "I'm in a very different place than I was." Ridley also said in an interview with Total Film magazine (via GamesRadar+):

"I honestly have had moments where I’m like, 'I don’t know if I remember what I did [as Rey].' It’s really strange. I think the whole thing will feel so different anyway with a totally different team.

After leaving the Dceu behind, Zack Snyder has been quite busy with his Rebel Moon franchise which already has two films to its name. The films revolve around a fictional galaxy ruled by something called the Motherworld. Rebel Moon sees Sofia Boutella in the lead role as she does a splendid job of bringing Korra to life. From the cast to the crew, Zack Snyder worked with brilliant people who were on the top of their game.

Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon: Part 2 – The Scargiver

However, it seems like the filmmaker felt that there was still a piece missing from the puzzle. As it turns out, the missing jigsaw piece needed to complete the picture is none other than Patrick Tatopoulos, the Production Designer for Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice and Zack Snyder’s Justice League. Now, Zack Snyder is hoping his old friend would help him out on the third Rebel Moon film.

Save Martha or scrap her? The “Save Martha” moment in Zack Snyder’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice was divisive to say the least, with Bruce Wayne and Clark Kent having a connection that somehow changed the entire mood and gave them some common ground, ultimately snubbing what should have been one of the all-time great fights in superhero movie history. To some, it was a deep moment of confrontation over their mutual losses, a necessary inclusion that built on the mythology of each man. But to most of us, it was just about the hokiest thing imaginable.

Zack Snyder has been open in his understanding that the Martha scene in Batman v Superman may not work for everybody, but now he is again explaining why he decided to move forward with it. During the writing process, Snyder was told by co-writer Chris Terrio, “‘You know that [their] mothers have...

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice director Zack Snyder touches upon the origin of the "Martha" scene. According to the filmmaker, it was about getting through to the Caped Crusader.

Snyder delved into this while speaking to GQ, stating that when he and screenwriter Chris Terrio were talking about it, Terrio commented, "'You know that [Batman and Superman's] mothers have the same name,'" to which Snyder professed that he never thought about that. "And [Terrio] goes, 'Yeah, like imagine that Batman sees Superman as an alien, as a monster, but realizes that his dead mother has the same name as this thing that he considers nonhuman. Like, that's gonna get him.'" Snyder continued. "And I'm like, 'That is gonna get him, that's amazing.'"

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Zack Snyder speculates that some fans were upset by his take on DC heroes due to a deconstructivist approach to mythology testing. Snyder defends his portrayal of Batman and Superman killing people in his films, suggesting some fans were misled by inconsistent material. Although Snyder is focused on other projects, he suggested a surprising Batman star for a theoretical Batman v Superman remake.

Zack Snyder’s time working on his DC Universe was relatively short, but in four years he created a franchise that is both vehemently defended and critically slammed in equal measure. However, for Snyder, the extreme reactions to what became a trilogy of movies – Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and Zack Snyder’s Justice League – are something he cannot really explain.

In the new edition of Empire magazine, Snyder sat down to answer several fan questions, including many centered on his time as...

Kirsten Dunst’s Civil War has received positive reviews from critics who saw its premiere at the SXSW Festival on March 14. The film showcases the plight of journalists in a dystopian future when a Civil war shook America. Dunst plays the lead role of a journalist in this film directed by Alex Garland. The Spider-Man actress revealed that her character was based on the American journalist Marie Colvin.

Kirsten Dunst as war photojournalist Lee in Alex Garland’s Civil War

Colvin was one of the famed war correspondents of her generation and she covered several conflicts across the globe. She was killed in a targeted attack while covering the siege of Homs during the Syrian Civil War.

War Correspondent Marie Colvin Influenced Kirsten Dunst’s Role In Civil War

Kirsten Dunst’s character in Civil War was inspired by famed war correspondent Marie Colvin

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Zack Snyder revealed Batman v Superman almost got an R-rating due to Batman fighting Superman, a strange reason from the ratings board. Snyder believes his director's cut of Batman v Superman is much better, showcasing the impact of different edits on a film. James Gunn's DC Universe embraces R-rated content with Creature Commandos, acknowledging the success of darker superhero projects.

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice came very close to being an R-rated theatrical release according to Zack Snyder. It is now eight years since Snyder’s second movie really kicked off his grand plan for the Dceu following Man of Steel three years earlier. Even now, the director is still answering questions about the movie, and his time leading the DC franchise for Warner Bros. Pictures. In a new interview, Snyder explained how the Motion Picture Association of America almost slapped an R-rating on the movie for a very strange reason.

Actor Ian McDiarmid believes that Palpatine's return in The Rise of Skywalker made sense, as he felt the character always had contingency plans. McDiarmid views Palpatine as the ultimate evil puppet master in the Star Wars franchise, with every evil act being attributed to the character. While Palpatine's sex life is an uncomfortable topic, McDiarmid implies that it's possible he had one.

Having seemingly met his end at the hands of his protégé in Return of the Jedi, Emperor Palpatine returned in the Star Wars prequel trilogy and, more surprisingly, in the sequel trilogy's final movie, The Rise of Skywalker. The brainchild of J.J. Abrams, actor Ian McDiarmid’s appearance in the most recent Star Wars movie was one of many divisive things about the movie, mainly as his presence had never been hinted at in either The Force Awakens or The Last Jedi. However, according to the actor, it seemed like it made sense.

Daisy Ridley admits that the divisive reception to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is "still upsetting" to her, as she wants to serve the fans. Despite the negative aura surrounding the film, Ridley still gets asked if she will appear in more Star Wars movies, showing continued interest in her character, Rey. Ridley is surprised by the announcement of a new Star Wars movie and her return to the franchise, but believes it will take the story in a different direction and be a fantastic exploration of the Star Wars world.

Though it's been nearly five years since the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, franchise star Daisy Ridley admits that the divisive reception the movie received upon its release is "still upsetting." Ridley joined the Star Wars Universe in 2015 with Star Wars: The Force Awakens, where she portrayed Rey. The film was met with positive reviews from critics,...

“I could have been a contender; I could have had class; I could have been somebody.” So lamented Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront, a movie about a dock worker who once aspired to be a prize fighter before taking a one-way ticket to Palookaville. It’s a distinct tragedy, yet it has a certain universality. It speaks for anyone who had greatness within reach—and then saw it slip away like so many Mother Boxes.

That last reference concerns a separate cinematic universe entirely: the Dceu (DC Extended Universe) which only a decade ago began with the highest ambitions and best of intentions. It would provide a grizzled and serious exploration of the DC Comics pantheon as if they were modern mythology; it would tell an interlocking story that spanned the cosmos and millennia of history; and, most importantly for Warner Bros. Pictures, it would contend with Marvel Studios...

Ben Affleck’s Batman movie has been a subject of interest recently, following comments from storyboard artist and animation director Jay Olivia and the slow-motion implosion of James Gunn’s DC tenure after another box office disaster in Blue Beetle. Affleck’s standalone Batman was set to feature Joe Manganiello as Deathstroke, as the central villain. On August 2 this year, in an exclusive with Inverse, Olivia described the script by Ben Affleck and Chris Terrio as one of the best Batman stories he has ever read. Olivia went into further detail saying, “Ben's story was gonna cover something that had never really been covered in comics but was building off of storylines in the Batman mythos over the last 80 years and approaching it from a new kind of perspective.”

Olivia’s comments reignited fan interest on social media and calls to “make the Batfleck movie.” Fans have organized to boycott...

Zack Snyder revealed some new in-depth details on the making of Zack Snyder's Justice League in an interview with the Russo Brothers. The story of the Snyder Cut is unique in superhero movie history, with Justice League being heavily retooled after Snyder's departure only for a massive fan campaign leading to the Snyder Cut being released a few years later. Since its release, the consensus has been that Zack Snyder's Justice League is the superior version of the film, with the movie becoming as dissected and debated as any other Zack Snyder project.

Joe and Anthony Russo, well-known for their work on Marvel movies like Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, entered the Snyder Cut conversation by having Snyder appear on season two of their Pizza Film School series. During the interview, Snyder revealed some new details about the story and characters of Zack Snyder's Justice League, its production process,...

Zack Snyder kicked off the Dceu with Man of Steel ten years ago, but the cracks began to show with the very next film, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Some critics called the film overly dark and humourless, which prompted Warner Bros. to meddle in the script for Zack Snyder’s Justice League.

While speaking with Joe and Anthony Russo on their Pizza Film School podcast, Zack Snyder confirmed that the studio wanted him to lighten the tone of Justice League as a direct result of the reception Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice received. “The script for Justice League did evolve out of that,” Snyder said. “I’ll be honest, the script, what happened with ‘Justice League,’ because we had a very…the original script was much darker and weirder, and then ‘Batman Vs. Superman’ came out, and the studio was like, ‘It’s not funny enough, people want funnier movies,...

Jesse Eisenberg's reaction to backlash about his version of Lex Luthor in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice proves exactly why he was never a good choice to play the iconic villain. Zack Snyder's follow-up to Man of Steel was the controversial Batman v Superman, with the director's sophomore Dceu attempt pitting DC's two most iconic heroes against one another. One of Snyder's boldest decisions was casting Jesse Eisenberg to play Superman's archnemesis Lex Luthor, and it's a decision that proved to be one of the most hated parts of a truly divisive film.

Eisenberg's Lex Luthor was a decidedly odd take on the iconic villain. Jesse Eisenberg brought a particularly frenetic energy to the character that Luthor doesn't normally possess, making his version of the intellectually brilliant but morally bankrupt character an original but ultimately unfaithful iteration of the villain. Eisenberg's efforts were not appreciated, with many...

Even those who dislike Zack Snyder’s trilogy of DC Universe films have to admit that the director brought an idiosyncratic approach to those movies’ longstanding characters. For better or worse, his version of Superman and Batman stood apart from those found in comics, movies, and television. That is perhaps most true of Lex Luthor, the primary villain of Snyder’s second Dceu movie, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Played by Jesse Eisenberg, this Luthor not only sported a shaggy mane but also bounced off the walls with excitable energy. Where Gene Hackman and Kevin Spacey played Luthor as grandstanding misanthropes in previous feature films, Clancy Brown brought a simmering stoicism to his voice performance in various animated series, Eisenberg’s Luthor was an obnoxious tech-bro, an extroverted version of his portrayal of Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network.

Like most things in the Dceu, Eisenberg’s Luthor met a great deal of criticism.

Exclusive: Oscar-winning screenwriter Chris Terrio has signed with Theresa Kang-Lowe’s Blue Marble Management for representation across film, television and all media.

Terrio made his feature screenwriting debut with 2012’s Argo, which earned him an Academy Award and a WGA Award. He wrote the screenplay for Warner Bros.’ Zack Snyder’s Justice League and co-wrote the screenplays for Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker and Batman v Superman, in which he crafted the big-screen debuts of D.C. Comics’ Wonder Woman and a number of other iconic characters.

Terrio currently is writing and executive producing a limited series about the Boeing 737 Max controversy in the works at Amazon Studios, with Plan B producing and Jeremy Strong starring and executive producing. He also wrote the latest draft of an adaptation of the stage musical Sunset Boulevard for Paramount. The project is to star Glenn Close, who also headlined Terrio’s directorial debut,...

TerRio Harshaw is in first grade, and nearly as wide as he is tall. He’s also the most recognizable star on Vine, despite not having an account. Instead, the Riverdale, Georgia, native stars in clips taken by his teenage neighbor Maleek — or that’s what he did before leaving home to travel the country as a viral sensation, showing up at nightclubs (reportedly earning $8,000 per appearance), Super Bowl Media Day (where he drew the attention of cheerleaders), music-video shoots, and The Arsenio Hall Show, all under the care of a 25-year-old manager from Florida. TerRio controls no aspect of the business that’s grown around him, not even the camera-phone. TerRio is known for a dance, first recorded by Maleek last summer in a Vine post that collected more than 300,000 “likes” and even more re-Vines. Maleek commands, “Ooh, kill ’em!” — which would become the TerRio catchphrase — as...