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Entertainment Asif Kapadia to direct Laika

16:45  05 october  2020
16:45  05 october  2020 Source:   msn.com

Are these the most disturbing movie scenes of all time?

Are these the most disturbing movie scenes of all time? Often, it’s the most disturbing moments of a movie that lodge in the mind. Even if a film isn’t that memorable, a shocking event can instantly make it an indelible piece of work that you’ll remember — whether fondly or otherwise — for years to come. Read more: Movies where people couldn’t make it to the end Reddit users have been discussing the most disturbing scenes in movie history this week, serving up a variety of examples — from straight-up horror to unexpectedly depraved family films and dark moments in otherwise perfectly palatable works.Here are some of the most popular choices from that thread...

Telling Stories: Directing Fiction and Nonfiction - Masterclass with Asif Kapadia at the Dharamshala International Film Festival 2012.

Filmmaker Asif Kapadia tells Anne Thompson that in order to keep the audience in the present, he chose to leave talking heads out of his film completely.


Gallery: Will Smith's greatest movies (BANG Showbiz)

  • Slide 1 of 11: Hollywood superstar Will Smith turned 52 on September 25.The Philadelphia-born actor began his career as a rapper in the 80s as one half of duo DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince, which led him to his first acting role 90s NBC sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel Air'.Over the decades, Will has shown off his talent in a wide range of movie genres, earning himself five Golden Globe nominations and two Academy Award nominations.Here is a look at Will's best films...
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    Happy Birthday, Will Smith!

    Hollywood superstar Will Smith turned 52 on September 25.The Philadelphia-born actor began his career as a rapper in the 80s as one half of duo DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince, which led him to his first acting role 90s NBC sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel Air'.Over the decades, Will has shown off his talent in a wide range of movie genres, earning himself five Golden Globe nominations and two Academy Award nominations.Here is a look at Will's best films...
  • Slide 2 of 11: One of Will Smith’s first major roles after ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel Air’ was in Michael Bay’s 1995 directorial debut ‘Bad Boys’. The action film followed Miami cops Mike Lowrey, played by Will, and Marcus Burnett, played by Martin Lawrence, as the two partners become entangled in a deadly drugs investigation. The duo’s interaction was highly praised by audiences and the film gained a cult following, which has prompted two sequels, 'Bad Boys II’ in 2003 and 2020's ‘Bad Boys for Life’.
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    Bad Boys

    One of Will Smith’s first major roles after ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel Air’ was in Michael Bay’s 1995 directorial debut ‘Bad Boys’. The action film followed Miami cops Mike Lowrey, played by Will, and Marcus Burnett, played by Martin Lawrence, as the two partners become entangled in a deadly drugs investigation. The duo’s interaction was highly praised by audiences and the film gained a cult following, which has prompted two sequels, 'Bad Boys II’ in 2003 and 2020's ‘Bad Boys for Life’.
  • Slide 3 of 11: Will Smith is probably best known for playing James Darrell Edwards in the ‘Men in Black’ franchise. The first film was released in 1997 and told the story of New York cop Edwards who is recruited by a secret intelligence agency to protect the citizens of Earth from aliens. The sci-fi comedy was a box office hit and received three Academy Awards nominations, winning one. Three further films have since been released, ‘Men in Black II’, ‘Men in Black 3’ and the latest sequel ‘Men in Black: International’, which was released earlier this year.
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    Men in Black

    Will Smith is probably best known for playing James Darrell Edwards in the ‘Men in Black’ franchise. The first film was released in 1997 and told the story of New York cop Edwards who is recruited by a secret intelligence agency to protect the citizens of Earth from aliens. The sci-fi comedy was a box office hit and received three Academy Awards nominations, winning one. Three further films have since been released, ‘Men in Black II’, ‘Men in Black 3’ and the latest sequel ‘Men in Black: International’, which was released earlier this year.
  • Slide 4 of 11: In 1998, Smith found success once again, starring with Gene Hackman in ‘Enemy of The State’. The film told the story of a lawyer named Robert Dean, played by Smith, who was framed for the murder of Congressman Phil Hammersley and forced to team up with a former communications expert, played by Hackman, to go on the run and clear his name.
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    Enemy of The State

    In 1998, Smith found success once again, starring with Gene Hackman in ‘Enemy of The State’. The film told the story of a lawyer named Robert Dean, played by Smith, who was framed for the murder of Congressman Phil Hammersley and forced to team up with a former communications expert, played by Hackman, to go on the run and clear his name.
  • Slide 5 of 11: Michael Mann’s 2001 biopic ‘Ali’ earned Will Smith his first Oscar nomination for Best Actor in 2001. The movie focuses on 10 years in the life of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, played by WIll, documenting his victory over Sonny Liston to become world heavyweight champion, his conversion to Islam to his refusal to fight in the Vietnam War which robbed him of his career for years. It culminates with Ali beating George Foreman in the 'Rumble in the Jungle' to reclaim the title. Wil spent almost two years learning everything about Ali, from the fundamentals of his faith, to his boxing skills and dialect. When Ali saw the final result, it was clear Will had succeeded, as the boxer said, “He is a perfect actor. I even thought he was me.
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    Hitch

    Will Smith starred alongside Eva Mendes and Kevin James star in the 2005 romantic comedy ‘Hitch’, playing a professional “date doctor” whose job is to teach other men how to charm gorgeous women. But his toughest case yet arises when he fails to get his woo love interest, Sara, who is played by Eva Mendes.
  • Slide 6 of 11: Will Smith starred alongside Eva Mendes and Kevin James star in the 2005 romantic comedy ‘Hitch’, playing a professional “date doctor” whose job is to teach other men how to charm gorgeous women. But his toughest case yet arises when he fails to get his woo love interest, Sara, who is played by Eva Mendes.
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    The Pursuit of Happyness

    Stepping away from action films in ‘The Pursuit of Happyness’ Will played Chris Gardener in the biographical drama based on his autobiography. The 2006 critically acclaimed biopic follows Gardener as he interns at a brokerage firm whilst being homeless with his five-year old son, played by Smith’s own son, Jaden Smith. Will explained that starring alongside Jaden added an element of reality to his performance. He said, “Part of being an actor is almost self-hypnosis during those brief moments when the cameras are rolling ... And having my son, and being able to lay in a subway bathroom, with my real son, just added to the ability to be able to transform and to become Chris Gardner for those moments.”
  • Slide 7 of 11: Stepping away from action films in ‘The Pursuit of Happyness’ Will played Chris Gardener in the biographical drama based on his autobiography. The 2006 critically acclaimed biopic follows Gardener as he interns at a brokerage firm whilst being homeless with his five-year old son, played by Smith’s own son, Jaden Smith. Will explained that starring alongside Jaden added an element of reality to his performance. He said, “Part of being an actor is almost self-hypnosis during those brief moments when the cameras are rolling ... And having my son, and being able to lay in a subway bathroom, with my real son, just added to the ability to be able to transform and to become Chris Gardner for those moments.”
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    I am Legend

    Will has a long history of starring alongside his children. In 2007, Smith acted in ‘I Am Legend’ alongside his daughter Willow. The post-apocalyptic flick is set in New York after a virus has wiped out almost all humanity and scientist Robert Neville, played by Will Smith, is the last living human left in the city. Speaking about working with his then six-year old daughter, Will joked, “You kind of don’t work with Willow, you work for Willow."
  • Slide 8 of 11: Will has a long history of starring alongside his children. In 2007, Smith acted in ‘I Am Legend’ alongside his daughter Willow. The post-apocalyptic flick is set in New York after a virus has wiped out almost all humanity and scientist Robert Neville, played by Will Smith, is the last living human left in the city. Speaking about working with his then six-year old daughter, Will joked, “You kind of don’t work with Willow, you work for Willow.
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    Hancock

    Will Smith starred alongside Charlize Theron in the unusual superhero film ‘Hancock’ in 2007. Will played John Hancock, a larger than life but unpopular superhero, who has become unpopular over the years due to the collateral damage of his actions. However, after meeting a PR man, played by Jason Bateman, and his wife, played by Charlize, things start to change for the better for him. The film includes scenes of Hancock flying at speeds of up to 50 miles per hour through the air, 60 feet up, which Smith admitted scared him a little. He said: "All right, I was scared. I can say that. It's a superhero movie, but I think in real life I was a little nervous."
  • Slide 9 of 11: Will Smith starred alongside Charlize Theron in the unusual superhero film ‘Hancock’ in 2007. Will played John Hancock, a larger than life but unpopular superhero, who has become unpopular over the years due to the collateral damage of his actions. However, after meeting a PR man, played by Jason Bateman, and his wife, played by Charlize, things start to change for the better for him. The film includes scenes of Hancock flying at speeds of up to 50 miles per hour through the air, 60 feet up, which Smith admitted scared him a little. He said:
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    Aladdin

    Will Smith joined the long list of A-Listers who have voiced Disney characters when he took on the role of the Genie in Disney’s 2019 live-action remake of ‘Aladdin’. In the family favourite, Smith helps the lowly Aladdin woo Princess Jasmine and then stop the Jafar from usurping The Sultan. After Robin Williams’ acclaimed portrayal of the Genie in the animated version, Will knew he had a challenge on his hands to match the late comic. Will settled on a hip hop version of the character, saying: "“Genie is timeless, you get to really say and do anything so I started to feel confident that I could deliver something that was an homage to Robin Williams but was musically different and just the flavour of the character would be different enough and unique enough that it would be in a different lane versus trying to compete.”
  • Slide 10 of 11: Will Smith joined the long list of A-Listers who have voiced Disney characters when he took on the role of the Genie in Disney’s 2019 live-action remake of ‘Aladdin’. In the family favourite, Smith helps the lowly Aladdin woo Princess Jasmine and then stop the Jafar from usurping The Sultan. After Robin Williams’ acclaimed portrayal of the Genie in the animated version, Will knew he had a challenge on his hands to match the late comic. Will settled on a hip hop version of the character, saying:
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  • Slide 11 of 11: David Ayer cast Will Smith as Deadshot in the 2016 DC Extended Universe blockbuster ‘Suicide Squad’. The film follows super villains recruited by a US government agency to step in and save the world from meta threats. A sequel is scheduled for release next year, but Will Smith is not reprising his role as Deadshot as the filming clashed with another project he is doing.
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Asif Kapadia is to direct XR (extended reality) movie 'Laika'.

Le Mans 24 Hours: Nakajima, Buemi, Hartley secure hat-trick of wins for Toyota

Le Mans 24 Hours: Nakajima, Buemi, Hartley secure hat-trick of wins for Toyota Toyota Gazoo Racing has completed a hat-trick of wins at the 2020 Le Mans 24 Hours as Kazuki Nakajima, Sebastien Buemi and Brendon Hartley piloted the #8 to victory .It was a third win in a row for Nakajima and Buemi, who triumphed in 2018 and 2019 alongside Fernando Alonso, and a second win for Alonso's replacement Hartley following his Porsche win in 2017.For Toyota the spectator-less 2020 edition, in which the predicted rain threat never materialised, was another bittersweet rollercoaster journey.

Asif Kapadia (born 1972) is a British filmmaker. His early award-winning films include The Sheep Thief (1997), winner of the 2nd Prize Cinéfondation for Short Film at the Cannes Film Festival, and The Warrior (2001), winning the BAFTA Award for Best British Film 2003.

Q&A session with Asif Kapadia , the director of the Senna documentary. Shot at a special pre-release screening organized by the San Francisco Formula 1 group.

Asif Kapadia wearing a suit and tie © Bang Showbiz Asif Kapadia

The film will tell the story of planet Earth's first dog to venture into space, an unwanted stray who survived on the streets of Moscow to become the world's most famous canine.

The project has been adapted by Nick Abadzis' 2007 graphic novel and will be told from Laika's point of view through the medium of animated virtual reality (VR). The new flick is presented by the BFI London Film Festival, where the 48-year-old director will discuss progress on the project.

'Laika' has been commissioned by StoryFutures Academy, which is run by the National Film and Television (NFTS).

Asif's previous credits include the award-winning documentary 'Amy', about the late singer Amy Winehouse. He has also directed motion pictures on sporting figures such as late motor racing driver Ayrton Senna and football icon Diego Maradona.

Halloween viewing guide: Scary movies and TV in cinemas and on streaming services in October

Halloween viewing guide: Scary movies and TV in cinemas and on streaming services in October It’s the scariest time of the year and so, as ever, movie studios and streaming platforms are plunging their hands into the darkest corners of their catalogues to uncover the most terrifying films and TV shows they can unveil to the world. Read more: Best horror films of 2019 With the majority of UK cinemas now open, there are a handful of new horror films scaring their way through multiplexes, including the terrific British effort Saint Maud. On the streaming side, Netflix has pressed the Mike Flanagan button for The Haunting of Bly Manor, as well as another take on Rebecca and the none-more-horrifying prospect of an Adam Sandler comedy.

What is Asif Kapadia known for? Directing dramas before he directed Senna (2010). Documentaries made up of archival footage. How did Asif Kapadia want the audience of Senna to feel? "I didn't care too much about the quality (of the footage) just wanted an emotional fit we wanted people to leave

On ‘One On One’ The Anfield Wrap sits down with a famous Liverpool supporter to discuss their love for The Reds and the passion that fed their career.

Kapadia said: "From the moment I first read Nick Abadzis' fantastic graphic novel, I've wanted to find a way to bring it to the screen and animated VR is the perfect medium to adapt his beautiful work. In my opinion, VR works best when it is rooted in something real and my ambition is for viewers to believe they are really there with Laika, on Earth, during training and finally in space."

BFI London Film Festival director Tricia Tuttle added: "Through this partnership with StoryFutures Academy and the team at the NFTS, we have had the opportunity to work with Asif Kapadia, a filmmaker whose ambitious big screen film work consistently dazzles and impresses, as he starts to work in a new form.

"We can't wait to see where he goes with 'Laika' and to share the project with audiences in the future."

Michael B. Jordan in talks to direct Creed 3 .
Creed 3 would be Michael B. Jordan's directorial debutBlack Panther director Ryan Coogler helmed the first Creed, while Steven Caple Jr. directed Creed II. The third movie will be the ninth overall instalment in the Rocky franchise. Sylvester Stallone previously directed multiple Rocky movies, so it seems fitting that Jordan should take the reigns of the Creed movies.

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