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USA Today
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Is this the best movie of the 21st century? 500 Hollywood power players think so.
The people have spoken, and the best movie released since Jan. 1, 2000, has been chosen. And by people, we mean the 500 or so actors, directors, writers and other Hollywood power players The New York Times surveyed for its 100 best movies of the 21st century ranking, which came out with its top 20 on June 27. The likes of Pamela Anderson, Nicholas Sparks, Stephen King, Simu Liu, Sofia Coppola, Danielle Brooks, Brian Cox, Ava DuVernay, Molly Ringwald, Rachel Zegler and Mel Brooks had their say — and yes, you can even see each of their top 10 picks, Letterboxd style. Oscar-winning director Coppola apparently took a shining to the 2004 Pixar classic (and fellow Oscar winner) "The Incredibles," while Julianne Moore admitted she's not above a raunchy comedy like "Superbad" and "The 40-Year-Old Virgin." And Sparks isn't only watching soppy romances; he's also enjoying dramas like "Inception" and "Gladiator." Undeserved Oscar winners – and the ones that should have won What's the best movie released since 2000? None other than Bong Joon Ho's "Parasite," which in 2020 became the first ever non-English film to earn the best picture Oscar, ranked as the No. 1 highest-voted film in the NYT's survey. And no wonder, because it earned an eye-boggling 99% "fresh" rating from nearly 500 film reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. In 2019, USA TODAY's film critic Brian Truitt was close to giving the social commentary thriller full marks (he ended up giving three and a half of four stars). The Korean film "is expertly paced with its reveals, never falls apart (even when it descends into bloody chaos) and also features outstanding acting performances," he noted in his review. In case anyone was wondering, director Bong did not include any of his own films (which includes the recent "Mickey 17" as well as 2017's "Okja" and 2013's "Snowpiercer) in his top nine ranking. New on streaming: From 'Minecraft' to 'KPop Demon Hunters,' what to watch right now The top 20 films since 2000 The top 20 highest-voted films were as follows:
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billy Magnussen Boldly Compares ‘Hot Ted' to Popular Movie 'Superbad'
Comparing an upcoming movie to any popular film of the past is always a bold proclamation. It's even more noteworthy when the comparison is to a fan-favorite film that still receives high praise to this day, roughly 18 years later. However, that's the lofty claim that was recently made by Billy Magnussen when discussing his upcoming film Hot Ted. The Lilo & Stitch actor, who's also been featured in Road House and Velvet Buzzsaw, sees shades of one of the most popular comedies of the 2000s, Superbad, in his new film. During an interview with Collider, Magnussen dubbed Hot Ted, which also stars Fallout's Ella Purnell and Now You See Me: Now You Don't actress Ariana Greenblatt, as a "female version of Superbad." "There are these genre-blending elements that happen in films now. This is a female version of Superbad. Every good film has a good premise that's an easy understanding," Magnussen explained. "This is about young girls realizing people in their lives that they thought were safe can be dangerous, and that's terrifying. Someone I believed has always been safe is actually terrifying, and Hot Ted is about that. They can't decide whether the camp counselor is awesome or if he's a serial killer." However, Magnussen was quick to promise that there's plenty of horror to go along with the comedy in his upcoming film. "But it's scary! But again, it's fun. It's young girls getting into their womanhood. You went through that part of your life. It's absurd," Magnussen added. Hot Ted is still in production, and there's no release date at this time. However, if Magnussen's high marks for the movie live up to the hype, it'll make this a must-see Magnussen Boldly Compares 'Hot Ted' to Popular Movie 'Superbad' first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 6, 2025
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Seth Rogen Admits There Are Old Videos Of Him That Could 'End His Career Very Fast' If Unearthed
Seth Rogen has opened up about his past movie auditions during the start of his career in Hollywood. The actor admitted to being relieved that clips of his auditions from early on would not see the light of day, as they would "end his career very fast." Seth Rogen made mention of one particular audition for a role in a movie starring Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, and how the role of a boy with a cognitive disability wasn't well written. During an appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Rogen, known for his hit roles in "Superbad," "Knocked Up," and "The 40-Year-Old Virgin," opened up about a particularly regrettable audition from his early days in Hollywood when he was just another struggling actor trying to break into the industry and willing to take any opportunity he could get. Speaking to Kimmel, he said: "Thank god it was mostly physical VHS tapes and stuff like that that was being used when I was auditioning for things. Because the things I auditioned for, in retrospect, if they were out there in the world, they would end my career very, very fast, I believe." The Canadian actor revealed that one early audition he's relieved never saw the light of day, as he believes it could have completely derailed his career, was his audition for the role of Brian, a character with a cognitive disability in the infamous 2003 romantic comedy "Gigli," starring Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck. He admitted that portrayal of the character was not handled with sensitivity in the script or his performance, saying: "I don't think the script was written in what, by today's standards, would be the most sensitive portrayal of a boy with a cognitive disability." Recalling the audition, Rogen admitted he was so embarrassed by his performance that he couldn't even bring himself to reenact it for the audience. "I'm tempted to do an impression of what I did and can't even do it," he confessed, per the Daily Mail. "That's how bad it was. Truthfully, if that tape were out today, this would be the last video you see of me today - outside of my apology tour." Rogen even joked that he would go to extreme lengths to make sure the tape never resurfaces. "Please, if you have it, burn it. Please sell it to me. I will buy it," he said. Ultimately, the role went to Justin Bartha. "Gigli" would go on to become one of the biggest box office flops of the early 2000s, pulled from theaters just three weeks after its release due to overwhelmingly negative reviews and poor ticket sales. In 2023, Rogen spoke about his successful movie career and shared how his and his wife's decision not to have children had a positive impact on their lives. "That has helped me succeed as well, definitely," he shared during an appearance on the "Diary of A CEO" podcast with Steven Bartlett. "There's a whole huge thing I'm not doing, which is raising children." Rogen continued by saying that the choice was not made accidentally because he and his wife had always discussed it, and that, at the moment, they are "grateful" they don't have kids. "Some people want kids, some people don't want kids," he explained. "Honestly, you just are told, 'You go through life, you get married, you have kids.' That's what happens. And me and my wife, neither of us were like that." Rogen continued, "Honestly, the older we get, the more happy and reaffirmed we are with our choice to not have kids." According to Rogen, one benefit of not having kids is gaining the freedom to pursue any interests he and his wife may have. "Now more than anything, the conversation is like, 'Honestly, thank God we don't have children.' We get to do whatever we want, we're in the prime of our lives," he said. The actor continued by listing his and his wife's numerous accomplishments with children out of the pictures, noting that he has more free time than his friends and colleagues, who are parents. "I'm not saying that kids don't bring them joy," he acknowledged. "But Me and my wife seem to get a lot more active enjoyment out of not having kids than anyone I know seems to get out of having kids." Rogen's comments about his past auditions come on the heels of his jokes about Donald Trump, which were cut from the broadcast of April's Breakthrough Prize ceremony, one of the world's most prestigious science award shows. Often referred to as the "Oscars of Science," the high-profile event honors exceptional achievements in scientific research and is backed by some of the most prominent names in the tech world, including Google co-founder Sergey Brin and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. While presenting a special prize in fundamental physics alongside actor Edward Norton, Rogen reportedly took aim at Trump. According to The Hollywood Reporter, he quipped to the elite audience: "It's amazing that others [who have been] in this room underwrote electing a man who, in the last week, single-handedly destroyed all of American science." The "Pineapple Express" star went on to say, "It's amazing how much good science you can destroy with $320m and RFK Jr, very fast." However, despite being delivered at a live event, the jokes were notably absent from the so-called "full" YouTube upload of the ceremony.
Geek Tyrant
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Michael Cera Turned Down a Role in the HARRY POTTER Spinoff FANTASTIC BEASTS Out of "Fear" of "Getting Too Famous" — GeekTyrant
Michael Cera, best known for roles in Juno , Superbad , Scott Pilgrim vs. the World , and this year's The Phoenician Scheme , recently sat down for an interview on The Louis Theroux Podcast, where he talked about his career. Not only did he touch on his most famous roles, but also the ones that didn't pan out for one reason or another, and one big project that he was once in talks to be part of was the Harry Potter spinoff franchise Fantastic Beasts , but the actor turned it down out of 'fear' of getting 'too famous.' 'I don't even know if I was offered, I think I just declined to engage with it because I think it would be like probably six years commitment or something. But also, I did sort of make a conscientious choice to limit my exposure a little bit, or just try and be a little more in control of it. And I felt like doing, especially little kids' movies, I had a big fear of doing things that I would get too famous.' However, Cera, who just starred in his first Wes Anderson film, said that his thoughts on fame have 'changed a little' and he'd be more open to taking part in a franchise today. 'I think I've outgrown that particular feeling, but I think that's what that was at that time,' he continued. 'But if a franchise came along now and seemed interesting, I don't think on the grounds of it being a franchise I would storm out of the office or anything.' Does that mean Cera would be open to joining the Marvel universe someday? Well, under one condition: 'A superhero who is a big fan of dairy, I could play,' he said. The full podcast episode is available now wherever you get your podcasts. via: Variety
Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Michael Cera reveals relatable reason he 'turned down' Harry Potter role
Michael Cera has revealed that he once 'turned down' an opportunity to star in the Harry Potter franchise. The actor began his career as a child in the 90s, before shooting to fame thanks to his role as George Michael Bluth in Arrested Development. He went on to star in a string of movies including Barbie, Superbad, Juno, Nick and Norah's infinite Playlist, Scott Pilgrim vs the World. During an appearance on the latest episode of the Louis Theroux podcast, the 37-year-old unpacked his career and shed light on why he feared becoming 'too famous'. When asked if he would ever consider a role in Mission: Impossible, having worked with Tom Cruise in the past on the MTV Movie Awards, the dad-of-two touched on why he hasn't appeared in a franchise just yet. 'Well, I don't think I have a franchise resistance,' he clarified to the host. 'I think I know what you're referring to. I turned one down. 'It was a Harry Potter one. The Harry Fantastic Beasts. I don't even know if I was offered, I think I just declined to engage with it because, I think it would be like probably six years commitment or something. 'Also, we were talking about it earlier, I did make a conscientious choice to limit my exposure a little bit, or just try and be a little more in control of it. Doing especially little kids movies. 'I had a big fear of doing things that would get me too famous. I think that's changed a little. I think I've outgrown that particular feeling, but I think that's what that was at that time.' He didn't name the part that he turned down, but the prequel spin-off series spawned three films – 2016 offering Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, the Crimes of Grindelwald in 2018 and 2022's The Secrets of Dumbledore. Eddie Redmayne led the way in the three movies, starring opposite Jon Voight, Jude Law, Colin Farrell, Johnny Depp, Mads Mikkelsen and Zoe Kravitz along the way. Despite growing up in the spotlight, Michael has taken steps to keep his private life firmly behind closed doors in recent years. He has kept quiet about his wife Nadine and their growing family, with Amy Schumer revealing that the pair had welcomed their first child in 2022 – six months after the little one's arrival. Last year, he confirmed that he had become a father for the second time, while appearing on The Tonight show with Jimmy Fallon. More Trending Discussing how fatherhood had changed his priorities, he previously told the Hollywood Reporter: 'I think the only thing that it affects is that you just want to spend as much time with them as possible. 'So when I was 20, I would have been way happier to go off to some weird city and live in a hotel for three months. And when you have kids, you want to be with your family. And you miss them a lot.' The Louis Theroux Podcast is available on Spotify and all podcast platforms. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Diddy's explicit 'freak-off' text messages revealed in court for first time MORE: Brad Pitt says he's 'missed the window' to have a gay experience MORE: Kate Moss' daughter Lila, 22, proudly frees the nipple in sheer Paris Fashion Week look
