Disney has found its actress to play the title role in the live action adaptation of Mulan. The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed The Chinese Widow’s Liu Yifei, also known as Crystal Lui, has been chosen to portray Mulan. Mulan is based on a Chinese legend about Hua Mulan, a young female warrior who disguises herself as a […]
Niki Caro tapped to direct Disney’s live-action Mulan
One of many upcoming live-action Disney remakes has just found its director, as The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that Niki Caro will helm 2018’s Mulan. In so doing, Caro will make history, becoming only the second woman in the studio’s history (and third in all) to direct a film with a budget over $100 million. Reportedly, Disney […]
Captain Marvel director shortlist revealed
With Brie Larson on board as Carol Danvers, Marvel is now turning its eye to directors for 2018’s Captain Marvel movie, and it seems the studio has identified three candidates to take the reins. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Niki Caro (Whale Rider), Lesli Linka Glatter (Ray Donovan) and Lorene Scafaria (Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist) […]
Niki Caro and Jennifer Kent in contention to direct Captain Marvel
Following the news that Oscar-winner Brie Larson (Room) has emerged as the front runner to play Carol Danvers, we now have word on two directors said to be on Marvel’s shortlist for the Phase Three release Captain Marvel. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Niki Caro (Whale Rider, McFarland, USA) and Jennifer Kent (The Babadook) are both […]
Mulan live-action film adds Donnie Yen, Jet Li, Gong Li and Xana Tang
Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation of their animated hit Mulan has just gained three new stars to the film. First Deadline reported yesterday Donnie Yen (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story) was cast in the movie and now The Hollywood Reporter has revealed Jet Li (The Expendables), Gong Li (Ana) and Xana Tang (Filthy Rich) have joined the […]
Blu-ray Review – Whale Rider: 15th Anniversary Special Edition (2002)
Whale Rider: 15th Anniversary Special Edition, 2002. Written and Directed by Niki Caro. Starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, Rawiri Paratene, Vicky Haughton, Cliff Curtis, Frant Roa, Mana Taumaunu, Rachel House, Taungaroa Emile, and Tammy Davis. SYNOPSIS: Whale Rider was a minor success upon its release in 2002, propelling Keisha Castle-Hughes to bigger roles and winning some critical […]
Guillermo del Toro wins the DGA Award for The Shape of Water
Having enjoyed success at the Golden Globes and PGA Awards, Guillermo del Toro added the Directors Guild of America’s Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film award to his mantelpiece last night at the DGA Awards, putting the filmmaker firmly in the driving seat for Best Director at the Oscars with his fantasy romance The Shape […]
