Disney is moving forward with plans for a new Planet of the Apes movie this time with Wes Ball, who previously directed the Maze Runner. The series was a tremendous success for 20th Century Fox with three films directed by Rupert Wyatt and Matt Reeves. However, following the studio’s acquisition by Disney last year, many fans expected the series to not continue. But now it seems that Disney is serious about producing another Apes film but the question remains if Ball will deliver a direct continuation of the film following 2017’s War for the Planet of the Apes or an entirely new take on the franchise.
Babette’s
Feast Set For Remake
The 80s classic European drama, Babette’s Feast is set for an American
remake with director Alexander Payne. The director who previously helmed Sideways and Downsizing will be tasked in reimagining the 1987 classic for a new
audience. The original film was centred during the late 19th century
and revolved around a French refugee who cooks up a feast for some of her
town’s citizens. Payne’s take is rumoured to take place in America revolving
around two sisters who confront their prejudices during a meal.
That’s a wrap, Na’vi Nation! 💙
— Avatar (@officialavatar) November 29, 2019
It’s our last day of live-action filming in 2019, and we’re celebrating with a sneak peek. 👀
Check out this photo of the aft well deck section of the Sea Dragon, a massive mothership that carries an array of other sea-going craft in the sequels. pic.twitter.com/AXgAve6aTG
Filming Wraps On Avatar 2
Director James Cameron has wrapped filming on Avatar 2. The announcement was made by the official Avatar Twitter account, which showed a behind the scenes look from the upcoming sequel. The sequel will reportedly take place several years after the original film, with Jake and Neytiri’s children continuing the story. Avatar 2 stars Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, and Giovanni Ribisi with Kate Winslet, Michelle Yeoh, Jemaine Clement, Vin Diesel, Cliff Curtis, David Thewlis, and Edie Falco joining the cast. The film will arrive in cinemas in December 2021.
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
The new Ghosbusters film has an official title, which replaces Ghostbusters 2020. Directed by Jason Reitman, the new film is a direct follow-up to the original franchise directed by his father, Ivan. Ghostbusters: Afterlife officially wrapped production in October and is currently in post-production as it inches towards its release date set for July 2020. The new film will centre on a new team of Ghostbusters but will also feature the stars from the previous films such as Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, Sigourney Weaver, and Annie Potts. Ghostbusters: Afterlife also stars Carrie Coon, Mckenna Grace, Finn Wolfhard and Paul Rudd.
First
Look: Next Goal Wins
Taika Waititi is currently hard at work directing his next film, which is a
sports drama titled Next Goal Wins.
Starring Michael Fassbender, the movie tells the story of the American Samoa
soccer team, who suffered the worst loss in World Cup history, losing to
Australia 31-0 in 2001. With the 2014 World Cup approaching, the team recruits
a down on his luck, maverick Dutch coach Thomas Rongen (Fassbender) to help
turn their fate around. Next Goal Wins is
scheduled for a release in 2020 and also stars Elisabeth Moss and Rhys Darby.
