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Richard Donner has played a pivotal role in delivering the most iconic movies to grace the big screens over the years Ace filmmaker Richard Donner, best known for helming the original ‘Superman’ film, ‘Lethal Weapon’ film series and ‘The Goonies’, has passed away at the age of 91.Donner’s production company confirmed the news to Variety that the director breathed his last on Monday. Details on when exactly he passed away and under what circumstances have not yet been disclosed. The beloved Hollywood director has played a pivotal role in delivering the most iconic movies to grace the big screens over the years, especially an incredible run of pictures from the late 70s throughout the 80s. Richard Donner passes away: Steven Spielberg, Edgar Wright & James Mangold pay tribute to ‘Superman’ directorhttps://t.co/WexjYC56vA#RichardDonner— Pinkvilla (@pinkvilla) July 5, 2021 The legend got his first big directing break with the 1976 cult classic horror film ‘The Omen’, which solidified…

Ned Beatty appeared in several iconic movies and portrayed many memorable roles Veteran actor Ned Beatty, known for his roles in iconic films like ‘Superman’, ‘Network’ and more, has passed away at the age of 83 due to age-related health problems.Ned Beatty’s manager told TMZ that the actor died around 7:30 am on Sunday morning of natural causes, surrounded by friends and loved ones. No other details surrounding the exact circumstances of his death are available. However, TMZ confirmed that his passing was not due to COVID-19.Ned Beatty’s career spanned over five decades. He appeared in several iconic movies and portrayed many memorable roles. He is best remembered for his standout monologue in 1976’s ‘Network’, in which he played a television chief, who tries convincing the protagonists to stop resisting a major merger deal that will adversely affect the masses, and it earned him a Best Supporting Actor nomination at the Oscars that year. Actor…

‘My Adventures With Superman’ is being produced by Warner Bros. Animation HBO Max and Cartoon Network recently announced a two-season series order for a new Superman show titled ‘My Adventures With Superman’.The all-new family-friendly animated series will see actor Jack Quaid and Alice Lee voicing America’s most recognizable super-sweethearts, Clark Kent and Lois Lane. According to Variety, the new series will follow the Man of Steel as well as his best friend Jimmy Olsen, the dogged Daily Planet reporter, in their 20s as they begin to discover who they are and everything they can accomplish together as an investigative news team.The serialized, coming-of-age story will see Superman build up his secret identity and embrace his role as the hero of Metropolis, while Lois, now a star journalist, takes aspiring photographer Jimmy under her wing. All the while, Clark and Lois are falling in love, sharing adventures, and taking down bad guys.Amy Friedman, head of kids…

Despite multiple rampant rumours suggesting otherwise, the upcoming DC Films project ‘Shazam: Fury of the Gods’ will not feature Henry Cavill reprising his role as Superman. Two sources with direct knowledge of the production and Henry Cavill’s schedule confirmed to Variety that Henry Cavill will not appear as Superman in the upcoming DC Film ‘Shazam: Fury of the Gods’. The film will be a sequel to the hit 2019 film ‘Shazam!’ which was a critical success and held its own at the box office, raising speculation about what the sequel may hold. It’s easy to understand why rumours that Cavill would be in the ‘Shazam’ sequel would be quick to take flight. Social Media In an attempt to address the recent rumours surrounding Cavill’s appearance in the sequel, director David F. Sandberg noted that at one point, Cavill was supposed to don Superman’s cape and tights in 2019’s ‘Shazam!’ Sandberg tweeted on Friday (local time),…

Henry Cavill is expected to be sidelined from the production of  ‘The Witcher‘ for a short period of time Washington [US]: Filming on the sets of the super hit Netflix drama series ‘The Witcher’ continues on Sunday (local time) without its lead star Henry Cavill who is recovering from an injury sustained during production at Arborfield studios, London. According to Deadline, Cavill who is still recovering from what is being described as a minor leg muscle injury will be sidelined from the production of ‘The Witcher’ for a short period of time. His leg got hurt on an assault course while working at a height of 20ft wearing a safety harness. The show’s filming has already been halted twice, the first being after actor Kristofer Hivju revealed that he had tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Consequently, the shoot had to be shut down in March which was extended till mid-August as the UK was…

A copy of the first appearance of Batman was sold at auction for USD 1.5 million Washington [US]: A copy of the first appearance of Batman was sold at auction for USD 1.5 million, becoming the most expensive comic book starring The Dark Knight ever sold. According to The Hollywood Reporter, prior to the Thursday sale, the highest price ever achieved by 1939’s ‘Detective Comics’ No. 27 was USD 1,075,000, 10 years ago, in another auction from Heritage Auctions.The copy of ‘Detective No. 27’ sold was unrestored, but was graded ‘fine/very fine 7.0’ in terms of quality by Certified Guaranty Company (CGC), becoming one of only two 7.0 copies in the world; only five other unrestored comics have ever graded higher in CGC’s history, making the issue particularly noteworthy even before its record-breaking sale.Barry Sandoval, vice president, Heritage Auctions said, “I’m not at all surprised at the result. After all, this is one of the…

Co-creator of Scooby-Doo Ken Spears passes away Washington [US]: Ken Spears, known best as the co-creator of the animated series ‘Scooby-Doo,’ has died. He was 82.According to Fox News, his son, Kevin, confirmed to Variety and The Hollywood Reporter that Spears died on Friday (local time) from complications related to Lewy body dementia. Kevin Spears said, “Ken will forever be remembered for his wit, his story-telling, his loyalty to family, and his strong work ethic. Ken has not only made a lasting impression on his family, but he has touched the lives of many as co-creator of ‘Scooby-Doo.’ Ken has been a role model for us throughout his life and he will continue to live on in our hearts.” RIP Ken Spears you will be missed 🙏 https://t.co/RcaWevj27U— Lacey 💞💖 (@LColeman1998) November 10, 2020 Image Source: Digpu Spears is survived by his two sons, Kevin and Chris, their wives, as well as his five grandchildren and…