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CBS News
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Samantha Lorraine leads a grown-up "Dora" reboot for a new generation: "It's a legacy to live up to"
Samantha Lorraine takes on iconic role in new "Dora the Explorer" movie Samantha Lorraine takes on the iconic role of Dora in Nickelodeon's new live-action film "Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado," which premiers Wednesday on Paramount+. The film follows 16-year-old Dora, her cousin Diego and faithful companion Boots as they trek through the Amazon jungle searching for ancient treasure. Unlike the preschool animated series that made Dora a household name, this adaptation explores more mature themes while maintaining the character's signature optimism and adventurous spirit. "It's a legacy to live up to. There's a lot of expectation and pressure when it comes to it," Lorraine said. "We all grew up with Dora and the iconicness that is her." The young actress, who grew up watching the original series, said she felt no hesitation when the script arrived in her inbox. She praised the care and passion that went into adapting the beloved character for a new generation. The film expands on Dora's character development, incorporating themes of loss and perseverance. Lorraine described scenes where Dora experiences "symbolic grief" and must navigate challenges that test her lifelong optimistic worldview. "It's very philosophical. It is quite introspective, which I really, really loved about it," Lorraine said. The movie draws inspiration from adventure films like "Indiana Jones" while maintaining appeal for both longtime fans and newcomers to the franchise. Lorraine revealed that the final scene she filmed proved particularly emotional, as she was the last cast member on set after her co-stars had wrapped their portions of the movie. "I felt like this void in my heart. I really miss them because they were such a fantastic cast and became my family," she said.
Geek Culture
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Culture
50 Cent Joins Orville Peck In Growing ‘Street Fighter' Reboot Film Cast
Legendary Pictures has chosen the fighters for its upcoming live-action Street Fighter film adaptation, and Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson is the latest addition to the roster. The rapper-turned-actor will play muscular boxer Balrog, and according to sources, is currently in training to do his own stunts for the production. Joining him is country singer Orville Peck as Vega, alongside Jason Momoa ( Aquaman ) as Blanka, The Recruit star Noah Centineo as Ken, and Callina Liang ( Presenc e) as Chun-Li. WWE superstar Roman Reign, or Joe Anoa'i, and Andrew Koji ( Warrior ) are also entering the ring as Akuma and lead brawler Ryu, respectively, rounding out an eclectic ensemble cast. Kitao Sakurai ( The Eric Andre Show ) helms the project, which begins production this August in Australia. While plot details remain under wraps, it is expected to follow the same premise as its 1987 arcade game, revolving around a tournament organised by M. Bison, the leader of the evil organisation Shadaloo. News of the live-action Street Fighter movie first broke in April 2023, with Danny and Michael Philippou of Talk to Me fame originally set to direct. However, scheduling conflicts saw the brothers exit the project, with Sakurai taking over the reins. It was initially slated for release on 20 March 2026, but has been delayed indefinitely. It remains to be seen how the film will bring the beloved legacy to the big screen, following the commercial and critical flop of Steven E. de Souza's 1994 adaptation. Jean-Claude Van Damme and Raul Julia starred in this iteration, accompanied by supporting performances by Byron Mann, Damian Chapa, Kylie Minogue, Ming-Na Wen, Wes Studi, and more. Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth's theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia's greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really. 50 Cent Capcom Legendary Pictures Street Fighter Street Fighter movie
The Sun
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Magical UK park next to 4-mile long beach gets a '10/10′ from visitors and stars in new How To Train Your Dragon film
THE magical world of How to Train Your Dragon has once again hit our screens, but now as a live action film - meaning actual places that you can visit are used in the film. One of those places is Tollymore Forest Park in Northern Ireland. 8 8 Around an hour from Belfast Airport, the park is home to an amazing landscape that viewers get glimpses of in scenes of the film. In fact, Tollymore was used as the setting for the first meeting of Hiccup and Toothless. As Hiccup lifts his dagger into the air to supposedly kill Toothless, the viewer can see extensive greenery behind with tall towering trees. The park features a combination of impressive trees that tower just like those in the scene - particularly the giant redwoods and Monterey pines. In fact, Tollymore arboretum is the one of the oldest known arboreta in Ireland and planting originally began back in 1752, as a Georgian landscape feature. Also filmed in the park is a scene on a bridge, featuring the main characters. This is actually Foley's Bridge, which is one of 16 bridges in the park. The bridge looks mythical and straight out of a fantasy movie - particularly in the autumn when the colours turn to more earthy tones. The bridge has also even been used in Game of Thrones. The forest park also boasts a nature-inspired wooden play area called the 'Big Deer' play area. Top 10 Enchanted Forests & Nature Reserves in the UK The area is designed specifically for children aged four to 11-years-old and even includes a giant timber Fallow Deer structure, a castle turret, a folly tower and a hollow tree. The park also has its own grassy campsite, with 71 pitches from £27 a night. The park has an impressive 4.8 stars on google reviews, with almost 5,000 people leaving remarks on its 'magical', 'stunning' and 'grand' feel. One person said: "10/10 would highly recommend, perfect scenery, perfect coffee hut, amazing walks and amazing for camping with great facilities, also very dog friendly." Another said: "Such a beautiful place. A lovely walk along a river with enough history to make it interesting, and a hermitage I wanted to live in." Eight minutes from the park is Murlough Beach that features 6,000-year-old sand dunes and a number of paths that navigate through the dunes, woodland and heath. The beach stretches four-miles in total, and features both golden sand and pebbles. Above the beach, the mystical-looking Mourne Mountains tower. For those who fancy a longer walk, there is a the Dundrum Coastal Path which boasts views across Dundrum Bay and to watch the coastal wildlife. 8 8 8 In Newcastle - the town that sits between Tollymore Forest Park and Murlough Beach - there are also more things to explore if you want to extend your stay. The town is home to Coco's Children's Adventure Playground and Pleasurelands - a small theme park - ideal for kids. There are also a wide variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. The town also offers a great place to stay with many different options including Enniskeen Estate - a boutique natural retreat that even Hugh Jackman has stayed at. If you don't mind a short drive, Castlewellan Park is also nearby with a dramatic lake. 8 8 The forest surrounding the lake has a number of bike trails and hiking trails too. The new How to Train Your Dragon film features other parts of Northern Ireland including Dunseverick Castle and Giant's Causeway. In the film, Duneseverick Castle is used to represent the Isle of Berk - which is the fictional home of the characters. The castle's ruins provide a dramatic backdrop, along with the cliffs sloping into the sea. Other notable filming locations include the Faroe Islands and studios in Ireland. You can also visit the top UK filming locations from Harry Potter to James Bond for 25p next month. Plus, five filming locations in the UK you can visit with movie tours, quaint villages and £49 stays.
CNA
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
Masters Of The Universe star Nicholas Galitzine is 'so proud' of live-action film reboot
Nicholas Galitzine has loved playing He-Man in Masters Of The Universe. The 30-year-old actor took to Instagram on Monday (Jun 16) to share that he has relished the experience of playing the iconic superhero in the live-action film reboot of Masters Of The Universe. Galitzine also admitted that he feels very proud to be so heavily involved with the project, which is based on the Mattel toy line. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nicholas Galitzine (@nicholasgalitzine) The London-born star wrote on Instagram: "Well, that's a wrap on Masters of the Universe. It has been an honour shouldering the responsibility of playing Adam and He Man. "It's been the role of a lifetime and I put everything into it. There's not much I can show you, but I am so proud of the movie we've made. Thanks to our amazing cast and crew for all your hard work." Galitzine previously confirmed via a post on TikTok that filming had wrapped on the movie. He wrote on the video-sharing app: "No ships left to fly that's a wrap on masters of the universe!! (sic)" Set to release in 2026, the Travis Knight-directed movie is based on a script written by Chris Butler. The film boasts a star-studded cast that includes the likes of Camila Mendes, Jared Leto, Idris Elba, Morena Baccarin, Alison Brie and Charlotte Riley. Galitzine previously revealed that he had overhauled his lifestyle in preparation for playing He-Man. The actor admitted that he was consuming around "4,000 calories a day" as part of his preparations for the role. He told W Magazine: "There's been a lot of eating and weightlifting, a lot of stunts." "I'm eating about 4,000 calories a day, but the amount of physical work I'm doing, you end up hungry at the end of the day, which is quite surprising. This is the fun part." Galitzine ultimately intended to cut down on his eating, explaining that it would likely cause his mood to change.
Geek Culture
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Culture
Nicholas Galitzine Unveils He-Man First Looks As ‘Masters of the Universe' Wraps Filming
It's a wrap for Amazon MGM's live-action He-Man film, Masters of the Universe, as leading man Nicholas Galitzine has announced the end of production, alongside a teaser image of the star decked out in his He-Man costume. Taking to Instagram, Galitzine shared his excitement for the upcoming project, and reflected on his journey portraying the iconic character based on the classic Mattel toy line. 'Well, that's a wrap on Masters of the Universe,' he wrote, 'It has been an honour shouldering the responsibility of playing Adam and He-Man. It's been the role of a lifetime and I put everything into it. There's not much I can show you, but I am so proud of the movie we've made. Thanks to our amazing cast and crew for all your hard work.' This statement accompanied an image of the star in his full He-Man costume from behind, but shrouded in darkness. Despite this, the actor's silhouette not only offers a glimpse at his Power Sword, but also teases an armour design that seems very accurate to the original toy, signalling a respect for its source material that points towards a faithful live-action adaptation of the classic television series. While plot details for Masters of the Universe remain under wraps, the film will centre around Galitzine's Prince Adam of Eternia, who turns into He-Man thanks to his Power Sword, gaining superhuman abilities which he uses to defend Eternia and Castle Grayskull. The film is directed by Travis Knight (Bumblebee), with its script written by Chris Butler (ParaNorman). Alongside Galitzine, the film also stars Camila Mendes (Riverdale) as Teela, Jared Leto (Morbius) as Skeletor, Idris Elba (Luther) as Man-at-Arms, Morena Baccarin (Deadpool) as The Sorceress, Alison Brie (Community) as Evil-lyn, James Purefoy (The Following) as King Randor and Charlotte Riley (Peaky Blinders) as Queen Marlena. Masters of the Universe is set to hit theatres on 5 June 2026.
