Former NFL tight end Vernon Davis is speaking out for the first time about the sudden death of his brother, former NFL cornerback Vontae Davis.
If you didn’t see the tragic news, Vontae, who played 10 seasons before retiring in 2018, was found dead in a Florida home at the age of 35.
Vernon has now given his first interview, where he gave slightly more insight into the situation surrounding his brother’s passing.
Keep reading to find out more…
Apparently, it looks like Vontae might have “collapsed or slipped moments after he stepped out of a sauna” at a Florida residence, but a cause of death has not been found yet.
He said to Daily Mail, “I’m leaning on the detectives to figure it out, but right now we have no answers. They are going to run tests and they said they’ll get back to us. It could be as long as a month,...
If you didn’t see the tragic news, Vontae, who played 10 seasons before retiring in 2018, was found dead in a Florida home at the age of 35.
Vernon has now given his first interview, where he gave slightly more insight into the situation surrounding his brother’s passing.
Keep reading to find out more…
Apparently, it looks like Vontae might have “collapsed or slipped moments after he stepped out of a sauna” at a Florida residence, but a cause of death has not been found yet.
He said to Daily Mail, “I’m leaning on the detectives to figure it out, but right now we have no answers. They are going to run tests and they said they’ll get back to us. It could be as long as a month,...
- 4/4/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Exclusive: D.C. Young Fly (Bmf) has been set for a role in Break the Cycle, the urban thriller from director Josh Webber.
Also new to the cast is Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah. Previously announced cast members include Cuba Gooding Jr., Vivica A. Fox, Vernon Davis, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, Loretta Devine, and Kym Whitley.
Gearing up for a March shoot in Memphis, the film delves into the lives of two brothers whose childhood is marred by a horribly tragic incident. Raised by their loving but stern grandmother, the brothers take radically different paths as they come of age in the gritty streets of Memphis. Jay, a gifted basketball player with dreams of making it to the NBA, is a beacon of hope for his family and a potential ticket out of their harsh reality. However, the allure of his charismatic yet troubled brother, Eddie, who’s deeply entrenched...
Also new to the cast is Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah. Previously announced cast members include Cuba Gooding Jr., Vivica A. Fox, Vernon Davis, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, Loretta Devine, and Kym Whitley.
Gearing up for a March shoot in Memphis, the film delves into the lives of two brothers whose childhood is marred by a horribly tragic incident. Raised by their loving but stern grandmother, the brothers take radically different paths as they come of age in the gritty streets of Memphis. Jay, a gifted basketball player with dreams of making it to the NBA, is a beacon of hope for his family and a potential ticket out of their harsh reality. However, the allure of his charismatic yet troubled brother, Eddie, who’s deeply entrenched...
- 2/26/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Oscar winner Cuba Gooding Jr. (Jerry Maguire), Vivica A. Fox (Kill Bill: Vol. 1), Vernon Davis (The Ritual Killer) and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson (The A-Team) are set to star in Break the Cycle, an urban thriller marking the first screenplay by former NBA player Jarnell Stokes.
Others in the cast include Loretta Devine (Waiting to Exhale) and Kym Whitley (Next Friday). Production kicks off in Memphis in March.
Directed by Josh Webber (Never Heard), Break the Cycle delves into the lives of two brothers whose childhood is marred by a horribly tragic incident. Raised by their loving but stern grandmother, the brothers take radically different paths as they come of age in the gritty streets of Memphis.
Jay, a gifted basketball player with dreams of making it to the NBA, is a beacon of hope for his grandmother and a potential ticket out of their harsh reality. However, the...
Others in the cast include Loretta Devine (Waiting to Exhale) and Kym Whitley (Next Friday). Production kicks off in Memphis in March.
Directed by Josh Webber (Never Heard), Break the Cycle delves into the lives of two brothers whose childhood is marred by a horribly tragic incident. Raised by their loving but stern grandmother, the brothers take radically different paths as they come of age in the gritty streets of Memphis.
Jay, a gifted basketball player with dreams of making it to the NBA, is a beacon of hope for his grandmother and a potential ticket out of their harsh reality. However, the...
- 2/2/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Please tell us how you got involved with Don’T Feed The Children? And why did you decide to take the role? Vernon- It’s an honor to be part of Destry Allyn Spielberg’s feature directorial debut. She’s one of the most innovative and exciting names in filmmaking today who I feel is on her way …
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- 1/3/2024
- by Janel Spiegel
- Horror News
Most recently, Vernon joined the cast of Destry Allyn Spielberg’s feature directorial debut Please Don’t Feed the Children. The upcoming apocalyptic thriller follows a group of orphans who head south in search of a new life after a viral outbreak that ravages the country’s adult population, only to find themselves at the mercy of a deranged woman harboring a dangerous secret. This …
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- 12/21/2023
- by Janel Spiegel
- Horror News
Most recently, Vernon joined the cast of Destry Allyn Spielberg’s feature directorial debut Please Don’t Feed the Children. The upcoming apocalyptic thriller follows a group of orphans who head south in search of a new life after a viral outbreak that ravages the country’s adult population, only to find themselves at the mercy of a deranged woman harboring a dangerous secret. This past summer, Vernon …
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- 11/30/2023
- by Janel Spiegel
- Horror News
Look out, Hollywood, Steven Spielberg’s daughter, Destry Allyn Spielberg, is making her feature directorial debut with one of the biggest badasses in the game, Giancarlo Esposito! According to Deadline, Esposito is joining Spielberg’s upcoming thriller, Please Don’t Feed the Children. The script hails from writer Paul Bertino, with Michelle Dockery, former NFL tight end Vernon Davis, Joshuah Melnick, Emma Meisel, Dean Scott Vazquez, Zoe Colletti, Regan Aliyah, and Andrew Liner making up the ensemble cast.
Pandemic-sensitive viewers beware: the plot for Please Don’t Feed the Children revolves around a group of orphans heading south, searching for a new life after a viral outbreak decimates their country’s adult population. Unfortunately, the new home is hard-fought, as danger lurks everywhere. Jason Dubin produces through Perry Street Films with Josh Kesselman and Michael Hagerty.
Spielberg is thrilled to have Esposito along for the wild ride, saying, “What an honor it...
Pandemic-sensitive viewers beware: the plot for Please Don’t Feed the Children revolves around a group of orphans heading south, searching for a new life after a viral outbreak decimates their country’s adult population. Unfortunately, the new home is hard-fought, as danger lurks everywhere. Jason Dubin produces through Perry Street Films with Josh Kesselman and Michael Hagerty.
Spielberg is thrilled to have Esposito along for the wild ride, saying, “What an honor it...
- 11/22/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Upcoming apocalyptic thriller Please Don’t Feed the Children, will mark the feature directorial debut from Destry Allyn Spielberg – the daughter of Steven Spielberg. Deadline reports today that actor Giancarlo Esposito has joined the cast.
In Don’t Feed the Children, after a viral outbreak ravaged the country’s adult population, a group of orphans heads south in search of a new life, only to find themselves at the mercy of a deranged woman harboring a dangerous secret.
Esposito, who also stars in the upcoming A24 horror movie Maxxxine, joins previously announced cast members Michelle Dockery, Vernon Davis, Joshuah Melnick, Emma Meisel, Dean Scott Vazquez, Zoe Colletti, Regan Aliyah, and Andrew Liner.
Written by Paul Bertino, the psychological thriller – said to be an “elevated genre film” – is produced by Jason Dubin and his Perry Street Films, Josh Kesselman and Michael Hagerty.
Destry Allyn Spielberg said previously in a statement, “I am...
In Don’t Feed the Children, after a viral outbreak ravaged the country’s adult population, a group of orphans heads south in search of a new life, only to find themselves at the mercy of a deranged woman harboring a dangerous secret.
Esposito, who also stars in the upcoming A24 horror movie Maxxxine, joins previously announced cast members Michelle Dockery, Vernon Davis, Joshuah Melnick, Emma Meisel, Dean Scott Vazquez, Zoe Colletti, Regan Aliyah, and Andrew Liner.
Written by Paul Bertino, the psychological thriller – said to be an “elevated genre film” – is produced by Jason Dubin and his Perry Street Films, Josh Kesselman and Michael Hagerty.
Destry Allyn Spielberg said previously in a statement, “I am...
- 11/22/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: Giancarlo Esposito (Better Call Saul) has been set for a role in Please Don’t Feed the Children, the thriller marking the feature directorial debut of Destry Allyn Spielberg. He joins an ensemble that also includes Michelle Dockery and former NFL tight end Vernon Davis, as well as Joshuah Melnick, Emma Meisel, Dean Scott Vazquez, Zoe Colletti, Regan Aliyah, and Andrew Liner.
Written by Paul Bertino, the film follows a group of orphans who head south in search of a new life after a viral outbreak ravages the country’s adult population, only to find themselves in danger. Jason Dubin (Who Invited Charlie?) is producing for Perry Street Films alongside Josh Kesselman (The Great) and Michael Hagerty (Old Henry). Altitude Films is repping international sales for the indie.
On Esposito’s hiring, Spielberg said, “What an honor it is to be working with such a respected and talented artist -Huzzah!
Written by Paul Bertino, the film follows a group of orphans who head south in search of a new life after a viral outbreak ravages the country’s adult population, only to find themselves in danger. Jason Dubin (Who Invited Charlie?) is producing for Perry Street Films alongside Josh Kesselman (The Great) and Michael Hagerty (Old Henry). Altitude Films is repping international sales for the indie.
On Esposito’s hiring, Spielberg said, “What an honor it is to be working with such a respected and talented artist -Huzzah!
- 11/22/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Los Angeles-based Premiere Entertainment Group has acquired worldwide rights to romantic comedy Plan B, starring Emmy-award winner Jamie Lee (HBO’s Crashing) and Jon Heder.
Premiere Entertainment will launch worldwide sales of the film at the upcoming American Film Market with all territories currently available.
Directed by first-timer Brandon Tamburri, from an original screenplay by Tamburri and Jean Monpere, Plan B follows the story of Piper, a young woman who, against better judgment, decides to sleep with a successful businessman and tells him he’s the father of her unborn baby after a one-night stand with her awkward neighbor leaves her pregnant.
The Joke Zero and Future Proof Films pic is produced by DJ Dodd, Erika Hampson, and Tamburri. Cast also includes Oscar Nominee Tom Berenger, Shannon Elizabeth, and SAG Award Winner Kate Flannery (NBC’s The Office). Rounding out the ensemble cast are Michael Lombardi (FX’s Rescue Me), Subhah Agarwal (HBO’s Westworld), Daniel K. Isaac (Showtime’s Billions), NFL star Vernon Davis, and Danielle Perez (A24’s Dicks: The Musical).
Full Synopsis reads: After a fun night out, rebellious writer Piper (Jamie Lee) drunkenly sleeps with her awkward neighbor, Evan (Jon Heder), and winds up pregnant. When she attempts to tell Evan the news, Piper quickly realizes that he’s not the long-term guy for her and the baby. After receiving news from publishing exec Jane (Kate Flannery) that her dream of a book deal is coming to fruition, she needs to find a stable relationship – and quick. Going against the advice of her best friend Maya (Subhah Agarwal), Piper opts to keep the pregnancy a secret until she can find a more successful guy to sleep with and hopefully start a family.
After a few failed and comical attempts at finding a match, Piper stumbles into Cameron (Michael Lombardi), a financial advisor and regular at the café she works at. Everything appears to be going as planned as Cameron falls for Piper and is ecstatic about the pregnancy. Cameron introduces Piper to his parents Joe (Tom Berenger) and Diane and fends off advances from his flirty boss Anne (Shannon Elizabeth) along the way. While juggling her double life, Piper continues to bump into her neighbor Evan, who has no idea that he is the father of her soon-to-be-born baby. However, Piper’s evil scheme starts to unravel when she starts second-guessing herself, realizing that she could be making the biggest mistake of her life.
Carlos Rincon, SVP of acquisitions at Premiere Entertainment, negotiated the deal with producer DJ Dodd on behalf of Joke Zero and Future Proof Films.
“This film has been a labor of love for me, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. Premiere is the perfect partner for us, and I’m excited to be working with them,” Tamburri said.
DJ Dodd, Owner of Future Proof Films, added: “We are very proud of the film we’ve made through the immense hard work of all of our cast and crew. Making this film has been a fun ride, and we can’t wait to introduce it to the world.”...
Premiere Entertainment will launch worldwide sales of the film at the upcoming American Film Market with all territories currently available.
Directed by first-timer Brandon Tamburri, from an original screenplay by Tamburri and Jean Monpere, Plan B follows the story of Piper, a young woman who, against better judgment, decides to sleep with a successful businessman and tells him he’s the father of her unborn baby after a one-night stand with her awkward neighbor leaves her pregnant.
The Joke Zero and Future Proof Films pic is produced by DJ Dodd, Erika Hampson, and Tamburri. Cast also includes Oscar Nominee Tom Berenger, Shannon Elizabeth, and SAG Award Winner Kate Flannery (NBC’s The Office). Rounding out the ensemble cast are Michael Lombardi (FX’s Rescue Me), Subhah Agarwal (HBO’s Westworld), Daniel K. Isaac (Showtime’s Billions), NFL star Vernon Davis, and Danielle Perez (A24’s Dicks: The Musical).
Full Synopsis reads: After a fun night out, rebellious writer Piper (Jamie Lee) drunkenly sleeps with her awkward neighbor, Evan (Jon Heder), and winds up pregnant. When she attempts to tell Evan the news, Piper quickly realizes that he’s not the long-term guy for her and the baby. After receiving news from publishing exec Jane (Kate Flannery) that her dream of a book deal is coming to fruition, she needs to find a stable relationship – and quick. Going against the advice of her best friend Maya (Subhah Agarwal), Piper opts to keep the pregnancy a secret until she can find a more successful guy to sleep with and hopefully start a family.
After a few failed and comical attempts at finding a match, Piper stumbles into Cameron (Michael Lombardi), a financial advisor and regular at the café she works at. Everything appears to be going as planned as Cameron falls for Piper and is ecstatic about the pregnancy. Cameron introduces Piper to his parents Joe (Tom Berenger) and Diane and fends off advances from his flirty boss Anne (Shannon Elizabeth) along the way. While juggling her double life, Piper continues to bump into her neighbor Evan, who has no idea that he is the father of her soon-to-be-born baby. However, Piper’s evil scheme starts to unravel when she starts second-guessing herself, realizing that she could be making the biggest mistake of her life.
Carlos Rincon, SVP of acquisitions at Premiere Entertainment, negotiated the deal with producer DJ Dodd on behalf of Joke Zero and Future Proof Films.
“This film has been a labor of love for me, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. Premiere is the perfect partner for us, and I’m excited to be working with them,” Tamburri said.
DJ Dodd, Owner of Future Proof Films, added: “We are very proud of the film we’ve made through the immense hard work of all of our cast and crew. Making this film has been a fun ride, and we can’t wait to introduce it to the world.”...
- 10/30/2023
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
During his NFL career, Vernon Davis played as a tight end for the San Francisco 49ers, the Denver Broncos, and the Washington Redskins. Since retiring on the day of the 2020 Super Bowl, he has racked up multiple acting credits, including playing a serial killer in the recently released thriller The Ritual Killer. Now Deadline reports that Davis has landed a role in the horror film Please Don’t Feed the Children, which will serve as the feature directorial debut of Destry Allyn Spielberg – a daughter of Steven Spielberg and Kate Capshaw.
Please Don’t Feed the Children has secured a SAG interim agreement that will allow it to film during the ongoing Screen Actors Guild strike.
Scripted by Paul Bertino, the film has the following synopsis: After a viral outbreak ravaged the country’s adult population, a group of orphans heads south in search of a new life… only to find themselves...
Please Don’t Feed the Children has secured a SAG interim agreement that will allow it to film during the ongoing Screen Actors Guild strike.
Scripted by Paul Bertino, the film has the following synopsis: After a viral outbreak ravaged the country’s adult population, a group of orphans heads south in search of a new life… only to find themselves...
- 10/17/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
‘Please Don’t Feed the Children’ – Vernon Davis Starring in Horror Movie from Destry Allyn Spielberg
Following in the wake of her brother Sawyer Spielberg starring in the Bloody Disgusting x Dark Star Pictures horror movie Honeydew, Destry Allyn Spielberg – the daughter of Steven Spielberg – will make her feature directorial debut with Please Don’t Feed the Children, which already has Michelle Dockery (“Downton Abbey”) attached to star.
Deadline reports today that Vernon Davis (Gasoline Alley) will also star in the horror film.
“I’ve been very fortunate to work with some incredible people early in my acting career, and this is no different,” said Davis. “I’m beyond excited to be part of Destry’s directorial debut, as well as the opportunity to share the screen with such a talented and inspirational cast.”
The cast also includes Zoe Colletti, Regan Aliyah and Andrew Liner.
In Please Don’t Feed the Children, after a viral outbreak ravaged the country’s adult population, a group of orphans heads south...
Deadline reports today that Vernon Davis (Gasoline Alley) will also star in the horror film.
“I’ve been very fortunate to work with some incredible people early in my acting career, and this is no different,” said Davis. “I’m beyond excited to be part of Destry’s directorial debut, as well as the opportunity to share the screen with such a talented and inspirational cast.”
The cast also includes Zoe Colletti, Regan Aliyah and Andrew Liner.
In Please Don’t Feed the Children, after a viral outbreak ravaged the country’s adult population, a group of orphans heads south...
- 10/16/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: Former NFL star Vernon Davis has joined the cast of Destry Allyn Spielberg’s feature debut Please Don’t Feed the Children.
The sportsman turned actor will join the likes of Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey), Zoe Colletti, Regan Aliyah and Andrew Liner in the feature, which was granted an Interim Agreement.
The feature follows a group of orphans who head south in search of a new life after viral outbreak that ravages the country’s adult population, only to find themselves in danger.
“I’ve been very fortunate to work with some incredible people early in my acting career, and this is no different,” said Davis. “I’m beyond excited to be part of Destry’s directorial debut, as well as the opportunity to share the screen with such a talented and inspirational cast.
The sportsman turned actor will join the likes of Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey), Zoe Colletti, Regan Aliyah and Andrew Liner in the feature, which was granted an Interim Agreement.
The feature follows a group of orphans who head south in search of a new life after viral outbreak that ravages the country’s adult population, only to find themselves in danger.
“I’ve been very fortunate to work with some incredible people early in my acting career, and this is no different,” said Davis. “I’m beyond excited to be part of Destry’s directorial debut, as well as the opportunity to share the screen with such a talented and inspirational cast.
- 10/16/2023
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Former NFL tight end Vernon Davis played in the league for 14 seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, the Denver Broncos, and the Washington Commanders before retiring from the sport in 2020. After a successful career in football he transitioned into acting, released his debut rap album, and founded the production companies Reel 85 and Between the Linez Productions. You may have seen him on the small screen too as he has competed on Dancing With the Stars and served as a judge on Domino Masters.
Now, Davis has a new project he launched called Smart Picks. Showbiz Cheat Sheet caught up with him to talk about that, as well as a few of his other projects, and the news that another NFL tight end Travis Kelce may be dating Taylor Swift.
Former NFL player Vernon Davis and honorary pace car driver speaks to the media during a press conference prior to the NASCAR Cup Series | Jared C.
Now, Davis has a new project he launched called Smart Picks. Showbiz Cheat Sheet caught up with him to talk about that, as well as a few of his other projects, and the news that another NFL tight end Travis Kelce may be dating Taylor Swift.
Former NFL player Vernon Davis and honorary pace car driver speaks to the media during a press conference prior to the NASCAR Cup Series | Jared C.
- 9/29/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Ritual Killer, directed by George Gallo, had an intriguing premise that promised to explore human psychology, culture, power, and morality. Excited for the cinematic journey, I looked forward to discovering the characters of Randoku and Mackles and delving into the ritualistic killings, cultural clashes, and the battle between darkness and morality. Unfortunately, the execution fell short. The film struggled to turn its concept into a coherent narrative. Some plot twists and developments felt illogical, diluting the suspense and leaving the viewers unsatisfied. Despite having strong characters, their depth wasn’t fully realized. The experience made me wish for a more logically paced and thought-provoking story, showing that a promising premise alone isn’t enough—skillful storytelling is crucial for cinematic satisfaction.
Spoilers Ahead
Who Was The “Ritual Killer?”
Randoku (played by Vernon Davis), the eponymous ritual killer is a complex and disturbing character that plays a central role in the plot of the movie.
Spoilers Ahead
Who Was The “Ritual Killer?”
Randoku (played by Vernon Davis), the eponymous ritual killer is a complex and disturbing character that plays a central role in the plot of the movie.
- 8/6/2023
- by Poulami Nanda
- Film Fugitives
The Ritual Killer is a thriller movie directed by George Gallo starring Morgan Freeman and Cole Hauser.
One of those movies that make us appreciate other good murder thrillers: simplistic, incoherent and only made to bring in money.
Movie Review
A movie written from clichés and which hopes that those clichés, all stuck together, work. They have worked a thousand and one times, and in addition, we have a starring actor who specializes in thrillers. But, no – it doesn’t work and it doesn’t work in the slightest, with its telefilm photography and its unimaginative scenes, and a script which is quite simply incoherent and created from chunks grabbed from other, more intelligent, offerings in the genre.
We love Morgan Freeman and celebrate each of his performances, but the films he appears in have not always been the best and nor have they flattered his brilliant resumé either. This...
One of those movies that make us appreciate other good murder thrillers: simplistic, incoherent and only made to bring in money.
Movie Review
A movie written from clichés and which hopes that those clichés, all stuck together, work. They have worked a thousand and one times, and in addition, we have a starring actor who specializes in thrillers. But, no – it doesn’t work and it doesn’t work in the slightest, with its telefilm photography and its unimaginative scenes, and a script which is quite simply incoherent and created from chunks grabbed from other, more intelligent, offerings in the genre.
We love Morgan Freeman and celebrate each of his performances, but the films he appears in have not always been the best and nor have they flattered his brilliant resumé either. This...
- 3/11/2023
- by Martin Cid
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
Shout! Studios presents The Magic Flute by Florian Zigl, executive produced by Roland Emmerich, at 325 theaters with expansion likely. A reimagining of the Mozart opera, it follows a present-day teen sent from London to the Austrian Alps on singing scholarship at the legendary Mozart boarding school. There, he discovers a century old forgotten passageway into the magical world of Mozart’s famed opera.
This Harry Potter-ish adventure fantasy stars Jack Wolfe as Tim Walker, who passes from school into the world of the opera and its many adventures as hero Prince Tamino. Wide releases may be picking up steam and Scream, but in terms of new specialty, and family fare, these isn’t much new competition this weekend.
Melissa Boag, EVP of Family Entertainment at Shout! Studios, hopes it will play with fans of magical adventure, Harry Potter, and classical music. Wolfe is a star of Netflix YA series Shadow & Bone.
This Harry Potter-ish adventure fantasy stars Jack Wolfe as Tim Walker, who passes from school into the world of the opera and its many adventures as hero Prince Tamino. Wide releases may be picking up steam and Scream, but in terms of new specialty, and family fare, these isn’t much new competition this weekend.
Melissa Boag, EVP of Family Entertainment at Shout! Studios, hopes it will play with fans of magical adventure, Harry Potter, and classical music. Wolfe is a star of Netflix YA series Shadow & Bone.
- 3/10/2023
- by Jill Goldsmith
- Deadline Film + TV
(l-r) Morgan Freeman and Cole Hauser in The Ritual Killer. Courtesy of Screen Media
Any time Morgan Freeman is in the cast, a film is going to be worth considering. In the Ritual Killer, he’s second banana but still key to the proceedings. The crime drama opens with a grisly killing and dismemberment in Rome before an immediate switch to the Southern U. S. of A., where similar slayings start occurring in what may be some sort of occult ritual style. Cole Hauser stars as , Detective Boyd, the lead detective on the domestic cases, soon turning to a nearby professor of African cultures and historical practices, Professor Mackles (Freeman) who might understand why the bodies are piling up. Not because he’s the prime suspect. It’s just that aspects of the murder scenes seemingly relate to his slice (inadvertent pun) of academia. Hauser is right, and Freeman starts...
Any time Morgan Freeman is in the cast, a film is going to be worth considering. In the Ritual Killer, he’s second banana but still key to the proceedings. The crime drama opens with a grisly killing and dismemberment in Rome before an immediate switch to the Southern U. S. of A., where similar slayings start occurring in what may be some sort of occult ritual style. Cole Hauser stars as , Detective Boyd, the lead detective on the domestic cases, soon turning to a nearby professor of African cultures and historical practices, Professor Mackles (Freeman) who might understand why the bodies are piling up. Not because he’s the prime suspect. It’s just that aspects of the murder scenes seemingly relate to his slice (inadvertent pun) of academia. Hauser is right, and Freeman starts...
- 3/10/2023
- by Mark Glass
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
After 14 successful seasons in the NFL, Vernon Davis transitioned to acting. He’s been in a number of films and has shared the screen with some A-list celebrities. In his new movie, The Ritual Killer with Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman and Yellowstone star Cole Hauser, he plays a murderer named Randoku.
Showbiz Cheat Sheet caught up with Davis to talk about how he prepared for the role of a serial killer and what other projects he’s been working on.
Vernon Davis as Randoku in ‘The Ritual Killer’ | Credit: Brock Morse What ‘The Ritual Killer’ is about
The Ritual Killer is a dramatic thriller directed by George Gallo. The film follows a detective who teams up with a professor of African Studies to track down a serial killer performing ancient black magic.
“I play a serial killer named Randoku, who kills based on a brutal South African tribal ritual known as Muti,...
Showbiz Cheat Sheet caught up with Davis to talk about how he prepared for the role of a serial killer and what other projects he’s been working on.
Vernon Davis as Randoku in ‘The Ritual Killer’ | Credit: Brock Morse What ‘The Ritual Killer’ is about
The Ritual Killer is a dramatic thriller directed by George Gallo. The film follows a detective who teams up with a professor of African Studies to track down a serial killer performing ancient black magic.
“I play a serial killer named Randoku, who kills based on a brutal South African tribal ritual known as Muti,...
- 3/9/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Plot: A detective teams up with a professor of African studies to stop a serial killer who has been making ritual sacrifices of local youths.
Review: The story and screenplay for The Ritual Killer were cobbled together by a writing team of five different people: Bob Bowersox, Francesco Cinquemani, Luca Giliberto, Jennifer Lemmon, and Joe Lemmon. Director George Gallo then endeavored to bring their work to the screen as a film that really feels like it wants to live up to classic, gritty serial killer crime thrillers of the past. They even got a dash of Seven in there by casting Morgan Freeman in a supporting role. The film just wasn’t written quite well enough to reach the heights of the classics, and at times it seems like the script was assembled by having each of the writers contribute their favorite elements from past movies.
You’ve got the detective on the edge,...
Review: The story and screenplay for The Ritual Killer were cobbled together by a writing team of five different people: Bob Bowersox, Francesco Cinquemani, Luca Giliberto, Jennifer Lemmon, and Joe Lemmon. Director George Gallo then endeavored to bring their work to the screen as a film that really feels like it wants to live up to classic, gritty serial killer crime thrillers of the past. They even got a dash of Seven in there by casting Morgan Freeman in a supporting role. The film just wasn’t written quite well enough to reach the heights of the classics, and at times it seems like the script was assembled by having each of the writers contribute their favorite elements from past movies.
You’ve got the detective on the edge,...
- 3/8/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Jean-Claude Van Damme is going to the Congo but not to hunt the Gray Gorillas. The mega-pliable action star is joining the cast of Silent Kill, an upcoming action film directed and written by Anthony Hickox. According to Deadline, Silent Kill follows four mercenaries searching the Congo for hidden treasure. After finding the goods, the group buries the treasure and agrees to return three years later to split the winnings. As you can imagine, the plan goes awry.
Former NFL star Vernon Davis, Rafael Amaya, and Madalina Anea star alongside Van Damme, who also produces with Joram Moreka. Andrea Iervolino, Monika Bacardi, Ovidiu Toma, and Bradly Gentz produce.
“One of the all-time great action stars, Jean-Claude Van Damme has cultivated a worldwide fanbase that will absolutely love this adrenaline-fueled movie that starts fast and never takes it’s foot off the gas pedal. Its Van Damme doing what everyone loves watching him do,...
Former NFL star Vernon Davis, Rafael Amaya, and Madalina Anea star alongside Van Damme, who also produces with Joram Moreka. Andrea Iervolino, Monika Bacardi, Ovidiu Toma, and Bradly Gentz produce.
“One of the all-time great action stars, Jean-Claude Van Damme has cultivated a worldwide fanbase that will absolutely love this adrenaline-fueled movie that starts fast and never takes it’s foot off the gas pedal. Its Van Damme doing what everyone loves watching him do,...
- 10/31/2022
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Action icon Jean-Claude Van Damme (Kickboxer) is set to star in action feature Silent Kill, which Iervolino & Lady Bacardi Entertainment will be introducing to buyers at this week’s American Film Market.
Anthony Hickox (Hellraiser III) wrote the screenplay and will direct the film, which will follow four mercenaries who find a hidden treasure in the Congo. They bury it and agree to meet back at the same spot in three years and split the fortune evenly, but things take a different turn.
Starring alongside Van Damme will be NFL star-turned-actor Vernon Davis (Gasoline Alley), Rafael Amaya (The Lord of Skies) and Madalina Anea (Watcher).
Van Damme and Joram Moreka are producing the film. Executive producers are Andrea Iervolino, Monika Bacardi, Ovidiu Toma and Bradly Gentz. Principal photography is due to commence in early Q1, 2023.
Iervolino & Lady Bacardi Entertainment, the firm run by Iervolino and Bacardi, is handling world sales at AFM.
Anthony Hickox (Hellraiser III) wrote the screenplay and will direct the film, which will follow four mercenaries who find a hidden treasure in the Congo. They bury it and agree to meet back at the same spot in three years and split the fortune evenly, but things take a different turn.
Starring alongside Van Damme will be NFL star-turned-actor Vernon Davis (Gasoline Alley), Rafael Amaya (The Lord of Skies) and Madalina Anea (Watcher).
Van Damme and Joram Moreka are producing the film. Executive producers are Andrea Iervolino, Monika Bacardi, Ovidiu Toma and Bradly Gentz. Principal photography is due to commence in early Q1, 2023.
Iervolino & Lady Bacardi Entertainment, the firm run by Iervolino and Bacardi, is handling world sales at AFM.
- 10/31/2022
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Laurel Stucky appears in The Challenge: Untold History, Episode 3. Pic credit: MTV
MTV’s The Challenge: Untold History hasn’t been a smash hit with viewers, despite featuring a guest list of greats appearing in the episodes and riveting subject matter.
They’ve included former finalists and champions such as Johnny Bananas, Darrell Taylor, Kam Williams, Tori Deal, Laurel Stucky, Wes Bergmann, Mark Long, and Chris “Ct” Tamburello.
There have also been appearances from various sports stars and Challenge superfans, including Kim Kardashian and Vernon Davis.
The six-episode documentary series premiered its third and fourth episodes on Wednesday, September 28, focusing on the show’s underdog stories and the all-time greats in Challenge history.
Many past and present cast members have been hyping up their appearances in the docuseries on social media. Some online drama also arrived after a sneak peek video dropped online for The Goats episode.
Despite the online...
MTV’s The Challenge: Untold History hasn’t been a smash hit with viewers, despite featuring a guest list of greats appearing in the episodes and riveting subject matter.
They’ve included former finalists and champions such as Johnny Bananas, Darrell Taylor, Kam Williams, Tori Deal, Laurel Stucky, Wes Bergmann, Mark Long, and Chris “Ct” Tamburello.
There have also been appearances from various sports stars and Challenge superfans, including Kim Kardashian and Vernon Davis.
The six-episode documentary series premiered its third and fourth episodes on Wednesday, September 28, focusing on the show’s underdog stories and the all-time greats in Challenge history.
Many past and present cast members have been hyping up their appearances in the docuseries on social media. Some online drama also arrived after a sneak peek video dropped online for The Goats episode.
Despite the online...
- 9/30/2022
- by Matt Couden
- Monsters and Critics
The Challenge Untold History teaser trailer features Kim Kardashian with show’s popular cast members
Kim Kardashian appears in a teaser trailer for MTV’s The Challenge Untold History. Pic credit: MTV
“What is The Challenge?” asks the show’s winningest competitor, Johnny Bananas, in a teaser trailer for a documentary series focused on the reality TV competition show.
The Challenge Untold History will examine how the popular series made reality TV history and led to the creation of other competitive shows.
In a quick teaser trailer that @thechallenge unveiled on their official Instagram on Wednesday, fans got to briefly see and hear from some of the cast members who participated in MTV’s longtime show.
Among them are former finalists, Challenge winners, and even some individuals who weren’t involved in the show but are fans.
That includes a surprising appearance from reality TV star icon and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian, who may be among the show’s superfans.
Here are more details about the...
“What is The Challenge?” asks the show’s winningest competitor, Johnny Bananas, in a teaser trailer for a documentary series focused on the reality TV competition show.
The Challenge Untold History will examine how the popular series made reality TV history and led to the creation of other competitive shows.
In a quick teaser trailer that @thechallenge unveiled on their official Instagram on Wednesday, fans got to briefly see and hear from some of the cast members who participated in MTV’s longtime show.
Among them are former finalists, Challenge winners, and even some individuals who weren’t involved in the show but are fans.
That includes a surprising appearance from reality TV star icon and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian, who may be among the show’s superfans.
Here are more details about the...
- 9/9/2022
- by Matt Couden
- Monsters and Critics
Exclusive: Emmy-winning comedienne Jamie Lee (HBO’s Crashing), Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Oscar Nominee Tom Berenger (Platoon), Shannon Elizabeth (American Pie franchise), and SAG Award Winner Kate Flannery (NBC’s The Office) have just wrapped a new romantic comedy from first time writer-director Brandon Tamburri.
The film is produced by DJ Dodd, Erika Hampson, and Tamburri who also co-wrote the script with Jean Monpère. William Kay is a Co-Executive Producer alongside Jerry Daigle.
After a fun night out, the rebellious Piper (Jamie Lee) drunkenly sleeps with her awkward neighbor she hardly knows, Evan Ebert (Jon Heder), and winds up pregnant. When she attempts to tell Evan the news, she quickly realizes that he’s not the long-term guy for her and her baby. Going against the advice of her best friend Maya (Subhah Agarwal), Piper opts to keep the pregnancy a...
The film is produced by DJ Dodd, Erika Hampson, and Tamburri who also co-wrote the script with Jean Monpère. William Kay is a Co-Executive Producer alongside Jerry Daigle.
After a fun night out, the rebellious Piper (Jamie Lee) drunkenly sleeps with her awkward neighbor she hardly knows, Evan Ebert (Jon Heder), and winds up pregnant. When she attempts to tell Evan the news, she quickly realizes that he’s not the long-term guy for her and her baby. Going against the advice of her best friend Maya (Subhah Agarwal), Piper opts to keep the pregnancy a...
- 7/16/2022
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
For the first time ever, “The Challenge” universe will be explored in a docuseries on MTV.
“The Challenge: Untold History,” a six-part series, will feature more than 30 legendary competitors as well as many famous fans including Kim Kardashian, Vernon Davis and Lindsey Jacobellis.
More than 30 competitors and “Challenge” icons will participate in the docuseries including Wes Begmann, Johnny “Bananas” Devenazio, Aneesa Ferreria, Mark Long, Ct Tamburello, Darrell Taylor, Laurel Stuckey and Kam Williams. Those returning will share behind-the-scenes stories.
The series, set to premiere later this summer, will explore the conception and evolution of the reality show and includes commentary from competitors, producers, media analysts and famous fans.
“The Challenge,” originally titled “Road Rules: All Stars” and later “Real World/Road Rules Challenge,” was created by Bunim/Murray Productions. Julie Pizzi, Bradley Tiemann, Jacob Lane and Danny Wascou serve as executive producers and Kristin Bihr is co-executive producer. Dan Caster and...
“The Challenge: Untold History,” a six-part series, will feature more than 30 legendary competitors as well as many famous fans including Kim Kardashian, Vernon Davis and Lindsey Jacobellis.
More than 30 competitors and “Challenge” icons will participate in the docuseries including Wes Begmann, Johnny “Bananas” Devenazio, Aneesa Ferreria, Mark Long, Ct Tamburello, Darrell Taylor, Laurel Stuckey and Kam Williams. Those returning will share behind-the-scenes stories.
The series, set to premiere later this summer, will explore the conception and evolution of the reality show and includes commentary from competitors, producers, media analysts and famous fans.
“The Challenge,” originally titled “Road Rules: All Stars” and later “Real World/Road Rules Challenge,” was created by Bunim/Murray Productions. Julie Pizzi, Bradley Tiemann, Jacob Lane and Danny Wascou serve as executive producers and Kristin Bihr is co-executive producer. Dan Caster and...
- 6/2/2022
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Stars: John Malkovich, Thomas Mann, Rosa Salazar, Scout Taylor-Compton, Vernon Davis | Written and Directed by Adam Sigal
Chariot stars John Malkovich as Dr. Karn, an odd, eccentric specialist who guides unknowing patients through the reincarnation transition. When Harrison (Thomas Mann) experiences mysterious recurring dreams, he turns to Dr. Karn for help and reveals his encounter with a woman (Rosa Salazar) he loved in a previous life. Noticing a glitch in the system, the doctor must fix the issue before permanently derailing his patient’s future…
When Chariot started I had to stop for a second to find out if the film I was watching was Chariot. You see the film starts with a prologue set in 1840, with a man living alone in a cabin in the wilderness, who chops up some wood and coughs up blood. Then we skip forward to “now”, with Thomas Mann’s Harrison Hardy sitting in...
Chariot stars John Malkovich as Dr. Karn, an odd, eccentric specialist who guides unknowing patients through the reincarnation transition. When Harrison (Thomas Mann) experiences mysterious recurring dreams, he turns to Dr. Karn for help and reveals his encounter with a woman (Rosa Salazar) he loved in a previous life. Noticing a glitch in the system, the doctor must fix the issue before permanently derailing his patient’s future…
When Chariot started I had to stop for a second to find out if the film I was watching was Chariot. You see the film starts with a prologue set in 1840, with a man living alone in a cabin in the wilderness, who chops up some wood and coughs up blood. Then we skip forward to “now”, with Thomas Mann’s Harrison Hardy sitting in...
- 5/3/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Fox’s “Name That Tune” is back Tuesday night, but just because the new season features some celebrity contestants from the music world, doesn’t mean they are any better at guessing what song the band is playing snippets of.
“It’s anyone’s game,” “Name That Tune” host Jane Krakowski told TheWrap. “You can’t pre-guess who’s going to be good at the game.”
The new season of the show, which was filmed in Dublin, Ireland, is a celebrity edition with the stars playing for various charities.
“Fuller House” star Jodie Sweetin plays against “Malcolm and the Middle’s” Frankie Muniz. In another episode, “Beverly Hills, 90210” stars Jennie Garth and Ian Ziering face off. Mr. Boombastic, Shaggy, takes on “The Facts of Life” alum Kim Fields. Music star Cassadee Pope plays against music artist and actress Jana Kramer. Krakowski’s “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” co-star Tituss Burgess joins the fun,...
“It’s anyone’s game,” “Name That Tune” host Jane Krakowski told TheWrap. “You can’t pre-guess who’s going to be good at the game.”
The new season of the show, which was filmed in Dublin, Ireland, is a celebrity edition with the stars playing for various charities.
“Fuller House” star Jodie Sweetin plays against “Malcolm and the Middle’s” Frankie Muniz. In another episode, “Beverly Hills, 90210” stars Jennie Garth and Ian Ziering face off. Mr. Boombastic, Shaggy, takes on “The Facts of Life” alum Kim Fields. Music star Cassadee Pope plays against music artist and actress Jana Kramer. Krakowski’s “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” co-star Tituss Burgess joins the fun,...
- 3/29/2022
- by Jolie Lash
- The Wrap
For the second season of Fox’s Name That Tune, the fun revival of the iconic game show brings back host Jane Krakowski (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) and bandleader Randy Jackson (American Idol), but there’s a new addition this time around — stars! Celebrity contestants will now be in the mix as they are pitted against each other to guess iconic songs in just a few notes. As before, each episode is split into two half-hour contests where two players are pitted against each other to beat the clock and see who has the better (and quickest) knowledge of songs performed by a live band and singers. We’ll still get everyday folks on episodes but additionally, the March 29 premiere will feature Super Bowl vets Vernon Davis and Victor Cruz playing against one another for the charities of their choice, as well as singer-actress JoJo facing off against TV personality Kelly Osbourne.
- 3/28/2022
- TV Insider
Former NFL tight end Vernon Davis is making the transition from the gridiron to the big screen in his new film Gasoline Alley with Bruce Willis, Devon Sawa and Luke Wilson. In the movie, Davis plays a bouncer named Kaiser who finds himself involved in a dangerous situation. The ex-nfl star shared why acting is not so different […]
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- 3/16/2022
- by Rose Carter
- Uinterview
Vulture Watch
Is this new show a winner? Has the Domino Masters TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Fox? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Domino Masters, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Fox television network, the Domino Masters TV show is hosted by Eric Stonestreet with Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis serving as judges. The series features teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament. Sixteen skilled teams compete against each other in ambitious domino-building challenges with the goal of being crowned the country's most talented domino topplers. In...
Is this new show a winner? Has the Domino Masters TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Fox? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Domino Masters, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Fox television network, the Domino Masters TV show is hosted by Eric Stonestreet with Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis serving as judges. The series features teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament. Sixteen skilled teams compete against each other in ambitious domino-building challenges with the goal of being crowned the country's most talented domino topplers. In...
- 3/11/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Toppling dominos has been around for generations but it seems to have become more popular than ever before these days. However, does it make for good television? Will Fox viewers watch Domino Masters and keep coming back for more? Will the show be cancelled or renewed for season two? Stay tuned.
A reality competition series, the Domino Masters TV show is hosted by Eric Stonestreet with Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis serving as judges. The series features teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament. Sixteen skilled teams compete against each other in ambitious domino-building challenges with the goal of being crowned the country's most talented domino topplers. In each episode, teams are given a bold theme and custom elements to incorporate into their Rube Goldberg-style topples. The pressure is on as one wrong move...
A reality competition series, the Domino Masters TV show is hosted by Eric Stonestreet with Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis serving as judges. The series features teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament. Sixteen skilled teams compete against each other in ambitious domino-building challenges with the goal of being crowned the country's most talented domino topplers. In each episode, teams are given a bold theme and custom elements to incorporate into their Rube Goldberg-style topples. The pressure is on as one wrong move...
- 3/10/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Network: Fox
Episodes: Ongoing (hour)
Seasons: Ongoing
TV show dates: March 9, 2022 -- present
Series status: Has not been cancelled
Performers include: Eric Stonestreet (host) with Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis (judges), and Joe Buck (announcer).
TV show description:
A reality competition series, the Domino Masters TV show is hosted by Eric Stonestreet. Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis judge contestants' creations.
The series features teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament. Sixteen skilled teams compete against each other in ambitious domino-building challenges with the goal of being crowned the country's most talented domino topplers.
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Episodes: Ongoing (hour)
Seasons: Ongoing
TV show dates: March 9, 2022 -- present
Series status: Has not been cancelled
Performers include: Eric Stonestreet (host) with Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis (judges), and Joe Buck (announcer).
TV show description:
A reality competition series, the Domino Masters TV show is hosted by Eric Stonestreet. Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis judge contestants' creations.
The series features teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament. Sixteen skilled teams compete against each other in ambitious domino-building challenges with the goal of being crowned the country's most talented domino topplers.
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- 3/10/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Which team can put together the most intricate creation on the first season of the Domino Masters TV show on Fox? As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like Domino Masters is cancelled or renewed for season two. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustrated when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we invite you to rate all of the first season episodes of Domino Masters here.
A Fox reality competition series, the Domino Masters TV show is hosted by Eric Stonestreet with Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis serving as judges. The series features teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament. Sixteen skilled teams compete against each other in ambitious domino-building...
A Fox reality competition series, the Domino Masters TV show is hosted by Eric Stonestreet with Steve Price, Danica McKellar, and Vernon Davis serving as judges. The series features teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament. Sixteen skilled teams compete against each other in ambitious domino-building...
- 3/10/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
“This is like camping—it’s intense,” says Domino Masters host Eric Stonestreet. Pun aside, he’s not joking. The goal in this tournament-style competition is for teams to design, build and set off elaborate chain reactions that tell a story (sports-themed on March 9), work when Stonestreet shouts, “It’s topple time!” and impress the judges. Ray Mickshaw/Fox The Modern Family Emmy winner fills us in. Plus, watch an exclusive sneak peek above of a full topple, narrated by Joe Buck, to see just what can be built using dominos. What did you love about this show? Eric Stonestreet: It’s this collision of fun and education, because there’s so much to learn about how everything works and then the fun of knocking it all down. We have people who have been doing this for 20 to 30 years. I ...
- 3/8/2022
- TV Insider
"Tell me - do you enjoy existing?" Damn, what a question. Saban Films has released an official trailer for the film Chariot, an intriguing psychological thriller mixed with a bit of sci-fi. A story about a corporation and a doctor, played by John Malkovich, that oversees the process of reincarnation, and a young man named Harrison who becomes a glitch in the system when he encounters a woman he loved in a previous life. That concept initially makes me think of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind along with that Transcendence movie, though involving reincarnation and not A.I. this time. Another description states the film is a "dark and twisted thriller." Thomas Mann stars with Rosa Salazar, plus Scout Taylor Compton, Vernon Davis, Chris Mullinax, Shane West, and Malkovich. I'm not really sure what to make of this - could be good, but could also be bad, as there...
- 2/28/2022
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Name That Tune has finally named a premiere date for Season 2. Fox’s Jane Krakowski-hosted competition show will return with new episodes on Tuesday, March 29 (9/8c), TVLine has learned.
And just in case the star wattage of Randy Jackson on piano isn’t powerful enough for you, Fox has enlisted some household names to compete in the show’s celebrified second season. The familiar faces competing for charity in Name That Tune: Celebrity Edition include…
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And just in case the star wattage of Randy Jackson on piano isn’t powerful enough for you, Fox has enlisted some household names to compete in the show’s celebrified second season. The familiar faces competing for charity in Name That Tune: Celebrity Edition include…
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- 2/23/2022
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
"We got the element of surprise... and we got violence." Vertical has released an official trailer for a generic action thriller titled A Day to Die, yet another boring new Bruce Willis movie to ignore. Even the title is generic and forgettable. After killing a drug syndicate member while protecting a parolee, Connor Connolly has one day to pay two million dollars in reparations he doesn't have to Tyrone Pettis. He is forced to ask his old military ops crew, led by Brice Mason, to come together and somehow get two million dollars before Connor loses everyone he loves. Bruce Willis co-stars with Kevin Dillon, Frank Grillo, Leon, Gianni Capaldi, Johnny Messner, Vernon Davis, and Brooke Butler. Not a bad cast, but nah... These dime-a-dozen Bruce Willis movies are as bad as they've ever been, and I really hope no one is wasting their money on them. Just stay away.
- 2/3/2022
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
“The Masked Singer” will premiere its seventh season on March 9, Fox announced Wednesday.
Host Nick Cannon and panelists Nicole Scherzinger, Ken Jeong, Robin Thicke and Jenny McCarthy will return to the show, which will include a new cast of celebrity competitors who perform in elaborate costumes that conceal their identities. Last season featured Todrick Hall, Honey Boo Boo and Toni Braxton and was ultimately won by singer Jewel, who performed as the “Queen of Hearts.” The first episode of the new season will air at 8 p.m. Et. Moira Ross, Craig Plestis and Nick Cannon serve as executive producers, and Ross also serves as showrunner.
Immediately following the “Masked Singer” will be the premiere of new competition series “Domino Masters.” Hosted by actor Eric Stonestreet, the show will follow sixteen teams of domino enthusiasts as they compete for a cash prize and the title of the country’s most talented domino topplers.
Host Nick Cannon and panelists Nicole Scherzinger, Ken Jeong, Robin Thicke and Jenny McCarthy will return to the show, which will include a new cast of celebrity competitors who perform in elaborate costumes that conceal their identities. Last season featured Todrick Hall, Honey Boo Boo and Toni Braxton and was ultimately won by singer Jewel, who performed as the “Queen of Hearts.” The first episode of the new season will air at 8 p.m. Et. Moira Ross, Craig Plestis and Nick Cannon serve as executive producers, and Ross also serves as showrunner.
Immediately following the “Masked Singer” will be the premiere of new competition series “Domino Masters.” Hosted by actor Eric Stonestreet, the show will follow sixteen teams of domino enthusiasts as they compete for a cash prize and the title of the country’s most talented domino topplers.
- 1/26/2022
- by Sasha Urban
- Variety Film + TV
"You can swim all day, you're still gonna drown." 1091 Pictures has unveiled a trailer for Silverback: The Trent Williams Story, a documentary about the NFL player Trent Williams. This one is arriving on VOD later this month, just before the end of the year. There's also two other films about football this December: National Champions and American Underdog. Trent "Silverback" Williams, NFL's best offensive lineman over the last decade, overcame life-threatening cancer on his head and is the highest-paid at his position in NFL history and an accomplished entrepreneur off the field. The 6'5", 320-pound native of Longview, Texas, is also a skilled hooper, capable of 360-degree dunks. This film is a profile of the athlete, executive produced by Williams and his agent. Featuring Lil Wayne, Adrian Peterson, Vernon Davis, Chris Ivory, James Cooper, Kyle Shanahan, Adam Schefter, Dianna Russini, and Seun Adigun. Take a look at the new sports doc below.
- 12/5/2021
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Exclusive: Redbox Entertainment has picked up North American distribution rights to Muti, the action-thriller starring Oscar winner Morgan Freeman (Million Dollar Baby) and Yellowstone star Cole Hauser.
As we first revealed, Muti heralds from writer-director George Gallo (Bad Boys) and producers Iervolino & Lady Bacardi Entertainment (Waiting For The Barbarians). Above is a first look image of the production.
The film follows Detective Boyd (Hauser), who, unable to process the death of his daughter, embarks on the hunt for a serial killer who murders according to a brutal tribal ritual: Muti. The only person who can help Boyd is Professor Mackles (Freeman), an anthropologist who hides an unspeakable secret. The line between sanity and madness thins as Boyd goes deeper into the killer’s world.
Supporting cast includes Peter Stormare (Fargo) and former NFL player Vernon Davis.
Principal photography recently wrapped in Mississippi and will continue in Italy. The screenplay is written by Bob Bowersox,...
As we first revealed, Muti heralds from writer-director George Gallo (Bad Boys) and producers Iervolino & Lady Bacardi Entertainment (Waiting For The Barbarians). Above is a first look image of the production.
The film follows Detective Boyd (Hauser), who, unable to process the death of his daughter, embarks on the hunt for a serial killer who murders according to a brutal tribal ritual: Muti. The only person who can help Boyd is Professor Mackles (Freeman), an anthropologist who hides an unspeakable secret. The line between sanity and madness thins as Boyd goes deeper into the killer’s world.
Supporting cast includes Peter Stormare (Fargo) and former NFL player Vernon Davis.
Principal photography recently wrapped in Mississippi and will continue in Italy. The screenplay is written by Bob Bowersox,...
- 9/8/2021
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Pop star JoJo Siwa will become part of the first same-sex couple on “Dancing With the Stars” in 30 seasons of the show, ABC revealed at the Television Critics Association gathering on Thursday.
The singer, who has become incredibly successful as a singer and merchandizer, will be paired with a female professional dancer on the upcoming season. Olympian gymnast Suni Lee, also 18, will become a contestant this year.
“It’s really special that not only now do I get to share with the world that you get to love who you want to love, but also you get a dance with whom you want to dance,” Siwa said. “There’s a lot of barriers that we’re going to have to break through — who leads, how do you dress, what shoes do you wear? But I think it’s all something that I’m looking forward to. It’s going to be tricky,...
The singer, who has become incredibly successful as a singer and merchandizer, will be paired with a female professional dancer on the upcoming season. Olympian gymnast Suni Lee, also 18, will become a contestant this year.
“It’s really special that not only now do I get to share with the world that you get to love who you want to love, but also you get a dance with whom you want to dance,” Siwa said. “There’s a lot of barriers that we’re going to have to break through — who leads, how do you dress, what shoes do you wear? But I think it’s all something that I’m looking forward to. It’s going to be tricky,...
- 8/26/2021
- by Mónica Marie Zorrilla
- Variety Film + TV
The 25th American Black Film Festival is shifting from a hybrid to a fully online event, Jeff Friday Media (Jfm) announced today.
The festival, which runs from Nov. 3-14, 2021 will be available digitally on ABFF’s custom-built online platform, abffplay.com, providing artists, filmmakers, movie fans and audiences the opportunity to come together virtually to celebrate ABFF’s 25th year of showcasing the best in Black cinema and television.
“As we were enthusiastically planning our 25th anniversary celebration and return to Miami Beach, we couldn’t ignore the ongoing spread of Covid-19 and now the Delta variant,” Jeff Friday, CEO Jeff Friday Media and founder, ABFF Ventures LLC, said announcing shift.
“Our national health crisis is at the forefront of our minds and we must responsively adapt. For the health and safety of our attendees, supporters and staff, we’ve made the difficult decision to pivot to a virtual event this year,...
The festival, which runs from Nov. 3-14, 2021 will be available digitally on ABFF’s custom-built online platform, abffplay.com, providing artists, filmmakers, movie fans and audiences the opportunity to come together virtually to celebrate ABFF’s 25th year of showcasing the best in Black cinema and television.
“As we were enthusiastically planning our 25th anniversary celebration and return to Miami Beach, we couldn’t ignore the ongoing spread of Covid-19 and now the Delta variant,” Jeff Friday, CEO Jeff Friday Media and founder, ABFF Ventures LLC, said announcing shift.
“Our national health crisis is at the forefront of our minds and we must responsively adapt. For the health and safety of our attendees, supporters and staff, we’ve made the difficult decision to pivot to a virtual event this year,...
- 8/26/2021
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Oscar winner Morgan Freeman (Million Dollar Baby) and Yellowstone star Cole Hauser have been set to lead action-thriller Muti from writer-director George Gallo (Bad Boys) and producers Iervolino & Lady Bacardi Entertainment (Waiting for the Barbarians).
The film will follow Detective Boyd (Hauser), who, unable to process the death of his daughter, embarks on a hunt for a serial killer who murders according to a brutal tribal ritual: Muti. The only person who can help Boyd is Professor Mackles (Freeman), an anthropologist who hides an unspeakable secret. The line between sanity and madness thins as Boyd goes deeper into the killer’s world.
The supporting cast will include Peter Stormare (Fargo) and former NFL tight end-turned-actor Vernon Davis, a Super Bowl winner and two-time Pro Bowler.
Filming is due to take place in Mississippi and Italy. The Exchange will introduce the project to international buyers during TIFF.
The screenplay was written by Bob Bowersox,...
The film will follow Detective Boyd (Hauser), who, unable to process the death of his daughter, embarks on a hunt for a serial killer who murders according to a brutal tribal ritual: Muti. The only person who can help Boyd is Professor Mackles (Freeman), an anthropologist who hides an unspeakable secret. The line between sanity and madness thins as Boyd goes deeper into the killer’s world.
The supporting cast will include Peter Stormare (Fargo) and former NFL tight end-turned-actor Vernon Davis, a Super Bowl winner and two-time Pro Bowler.
Filming is due to take place in Mississippi and Italy. The Exchange will introduce the project to international buyers during TIFF.
The screenplay was written by Bob Bowersox,...
- 8/17/2021
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
This Saturday, some of the world’s best athletes and biggest stars will join host Anthony Mackie for the 2021 Espys.
On Thursday, ESPN announced this year’s scheduled presenters, including GMA host Robin Roberts; musicians Kane Brown and DaBaby; social media stars Charli and Dixie D’Amelio as well as Dude Perfect; actors Alexandra Daddario, Taye Diggs, Nina Dobrev, Tracy Morgan, Zachary Levi and Iliza Shlesinger; comedians Desus Nice and The Kid Mero; and athletes such as Rob Gronkowski, Sabrina Ionescu, Chloe Kim, Joe Namath, Julius Randle, Mikaela Shiffrin, Kurt Warner and Retired Unc Basketball Coach Roy Williams.
Previously announced honorees scheduled to attend include: Chris Nikic, who is getting Jimmy V Award for Perseverance and Maya Moore, who will receive the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage.
Spencer Ludwig will be the musical director for the Espys, providing live music throughout the show. Former NFL star and emerging actor Vernon Davis...
On Thursday, ESPN announced this year’s scheduled presenters, including GMA host Robin Roberts; musicians Kane Brown and DaBaby; social media stars Charli and Dixie D’Amelio as well as Dude Perfect; actors Alexandra Daddario, Taye Diggs, Nina Dobrev, Tracy Morgan, Zachary Levi and Iliza Shlesinger; comedians Desus Nice and The Kid Mero; and athletes such as Rob Gronkowski, Sabrina Ionescu, Chloe Kim, Joe Namath, Julius Randle, Mikaela Shiffrin, Kurt Warner and Retired Unc Basketball Coach Roy Williams.
Previously announced honorees scheduled to attend include: Chris Nikic, who is getting Jimmy V Award for Perseverance and Maya Moore, who will receive the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage.
Spencer Ludwig will be the musical director for the Espys, providing live music throughout the show. Former NFL star and emerging actor Vernon Davis...
- 7/8/2021
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Saban Films holds US rights.
Voltage Pictures has added a hot title to its upcoming virtual Cannes market slate, boarding international rights to music video director Declan Whitebloom’s action heist thriller The Yacht starring Ruby Rose, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Frank Grillo.
Production wrapped recently in Mississippi and Voltage president and COO Jonathan Deckter and his team plan to show a promo when they kick off talks with buyers later this month.
Saban Films has acquired US rights to The Yacht, which is described as being in the vein of Die Hard and Panic Room and centres on a tenacious...
Voltage Pictures has added a hot title to its upcoming virtual Cannes market slate, boarding international rights to music video director Declan Whitebloom’s action heist thriller The Yacht starring Ruby Rose, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Frank Grillo.
Production wrapped recently in Mississippi and Voltage president and COO Jonathan Deckter and his team plan to show a promo when they kick off talks with buyers later this month.
Saban Films has acquired US rights to The Yacht, which is described as being in the vein of Die Hard and Panic Room and centres on a tenacious...
- 6/1/2021
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Exclusive: Fox’s upcoming reality competition series Domino Masters has tapped actress Danica McKellar, two-time NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl Champion Vernon Davis and professional chain reaction and domino artist Steven Price as judges.
Hosted by Eric Stonestreet and produced by Fox Alternative Entertainment, Domino Masters, slated for the 2021-22 season, will feature teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament.
The Wonder Years alumna McKellar stars in Hallmark movie series Matchmaker Mysteries and voices Miss Martian on HBO Max’s Young Justice. She is the author of New York Times bestselling McKellar Math books which have sold over 2 million copies worldwide. McKellar is repped by Matt Sherman Management and attorney Dave Ryan at Felker Toczek Gelman Suddleson.
Davis recently hosted The Challenge and stars in upcoming film The Chariot. He is repped by UTA and manager Henry Penzi.
Price has worked on...
Hosted by Eric Stonestreet and produced by Fox Alternative Entertainment, Domino Masters, slated for the 2021-22 season, will feature teams of domino enthusiasts facing off in a domino toppling and chain reaction tournament.
The Wonder Years alumna McKellar stars in Hallmark movie series Matchmaker Mysteries and voices Miss Martian on HBO Max’s Young Justice. She is the author of New York Times bestselling McKellar Math books which have sold over 2 million copies worldwide. McKellar is repped by Matt Sherman Management and attorney Dave Ryan at Felker Toczek Gelman Suddleson.
Davis recently hosted The Challenge and stars in upcoming film The Chariot. He is repped by UTA and manager Henry Penzi.
Price has worked on...
- 5/17/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Vertical Entertainment has secured the U.S. distribution rights to A Day to Die, an action-thriller starring Frank Grillo, Bruce Willis, Leon, and Kevin Dillon. Wes Miller directed the indie from a script he co-wrote with Scott Mallace and Rab Berry. The pic is expected to be released in 2022.
In the film, a disgraced parole officer (Dillon) is indebted to a local gang leader and forced to pull off a series of dangerous drug heists within twelve hours in order to pay the $2 million dollars he owes, rescue his kidnapped pregnant wife, and settle a score with the city’s corrupt police chief (Willis), who is working with the gang leader and double-crossed him years ago.
Gianni Capaldi, Brooke Butler, Vernon Davis, Mohamed Karim, Alexander Kane, and Curtis Nichouls round out the cast. Nichouls also produced the film alongside Andrew van den Houten and DJ Dodd. Capstone Group is handling global sales.
In the film, a disgraced parole officer (Dillon) is indebted to a local gang leader and forced to pull off a series of dangerous drug heists within twelve hours in order to pay the $2 million dollars he owes, rescue his kidnapped pregnant wife, and settle a score with the city’s corrupt police chief (Willis), who is working with the gang leader and double-crossed him years ago.
Gianni Capaldi, Brooke Butler, Vernon Davis, Mohamed Karim, Alexander Kane, and Curtis Nichouls round out the cast. Nichouls also produced the film alongside Andrew van den Houten and DJ Dodd. Capstone Group is handling global sales.
- 5/12/2021
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
There are lots of changes ahead in season 29 of Dancing with the Stars on ABC. Longtime hosts Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews have been replaced by Tyra Banks, Derek Hough is helping out as a judge, Len Goodman will participate remotely, and the dancers will have to compete in the age of social distancing. How will all of this affect the ratings? Could Dancing with the Stars be cancelled or is it essentially guaranteed to be renewed for a 30th anniversary season? Stay tuned. Status Update Below.
A competitive reality TV series, Dancing with the Stars is hosted by Tyra Banks, with Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba as returning judges. Six-time champion Derek Hough is new to the judges' panel this season, replacing Len Goodman who will comment remotely. Celebrities competing in cycle 29 are Monica Aldama, Carole Baskin, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Vernon Davis, Anne Heche,...
A competitive reality TV series, Dancing with the Stars is hosted by Tyra Banks, with Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba as returning judges. Six-time champion Derek Hough is new to the judges' panel this season, replacing Len Goodman who will comment remotely. Celebrities competing in cycle 29 are Monica Aldama, Carole Baskin, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Vernon Davis, Anne Heche,...
- 3/31/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
ABC's dance card isn't full yet. The alphabet network has renewed the Dancing with the Stars TV series for a 30th season which will air as part of the 2021-22 broadcast season.
A competitive reality TV series, Dancing with the Stars is hosted by Tyra Banks (who replaced Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews in season 29). Judges Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Len Goodman (who participated remotely from the UK last year) are also expected to return. Celebrities who competed in cycle 29 were Monica Aldama, Carole Baskin, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Vernon Davis, Anne Heche, Skai Jackson, Justina Machado, Aj McLean, Jeannie Mai, Jesse Metcalfe, Nelly, Nev Schulman, Charles Oakley, Chrishell Stause, and Johnny Weir. Professional dancers include Brandon Armstrong, Alan Bersten, Sharna Burgess, Cheryl Burke, Artem Chigvintsev, Val Chmerkovskiy, Sasha Farber, Jenna Johnson, Daniella Karagach, Keo Motsepe,...
A competitive reality TV series, Dancing with the Stars is hosted by Tyra Banks (who replaced Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews in season 29). Judges Bruno Tonioli, Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Len Goodman (who participated remotely from the UK last year) are also expected to return. Celebrities who competed in cycle 29 were Monica Aldama, Carole Baskin, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Vernon Davis, Anne Heche, Skai Jackson, Justina Machado, Aj McLean, Jeannie Mai, Jesse Metcalfe, Nelly, Nev Schulman, Charles Oakley, Chrishell Stause, and Johnny Weir. Professional dancers include Brandon Armstrong, Alan Bersten, Sharna Burgess, Cheryl Burke, Artem Chigvintsev, Val Chmerkovskiy, Sasha Farber, Jenna Johnson, Daniella Karagach, Keo Motsepe,...
- 3/30/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
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