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Watch Aerosmith return for first show in three years – with Dave Grohl on drums

  • Aerosmith played live for the first time in three years.
  • Dave Grohl drummed for most of the first show.
  • Steven Tyler hinted the band may perform again.

Aerosmith returned to the stage for two Hollywood Bowl shows, their first live performances in three years after Steven Tyler’s larynx injury brought their touring days to an end. The concerts featured a large cast of guest performers and musicians, including Dave Grohl on drums for most of…

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Disney, WWE Ink Expanded Partnership

  • Disney and WWE are broadening their partnership beyond ESPN.
  • Two events are planned at Walt Disney World on 14 and 15 December.
  • Avengers: Doomsday branding will feature in an event and merchandise.

Disney and WWE are expanding their partnership with two events at Walt Disney World in December and a tie-in with Marvel’s upcoming film, Avengers: Doomsday. The move takes their collaboration beyond ESPN’s streaming of WWE premium live events into live experiences and retail. The John Cena Classic will…

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Brigitte Bardot letter to her husband saying he ‘destroyed’ her ‘day after day for 30 years’ is revealed as he battles her family over her will

  • Bardot’s letter accused her husband of destroying her over three decades.
  • She left her estate to her foundation and only son.
  • Her husband is disputing how he was treated after her death.

A 2022 letter from Brigitte Bardot to her husband, Bernard d’Ormale, has emerged as he disputes how her estate and belongings are being handled. In it, Bardot said he had “destroyed” her over 30 years and described feeling deprived of affection and support. The letter adds context to…

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Mercedes-Benz develops windscreen hologram to reduce cabin screens

  • Mercedes is developing a windscreen display using a holographic film.
  • The system could reduce reliance on passenger screens.
  • A production projector may be hidden behind interior trim.

Mercedes-Benz is developing a holographic display that projects information onto a special film laminated into the windscreen. The technology could offer an alternative to large dashboard and passenger screens, as the company looks for ways to provide modern features while preserving the tangible materials associated with luxury interiors.…

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Statham and Ritchie reunite for London-set crime film Dogfight

  • Statham and Ritchie reunite for their seventh film.
  • Dogfight is set in London’s criminal underworld.
  • UK production is scheduled to start in early 2027.

Jason Statham will star in Dogfight, a Netflix crime action film written, directed and produced by Guy Ritchie. Their seventh film together, it is set in London’s criminal underworld and is described as a revenge story. Production is due to begin in early 2027, with filming in the…

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Jason Statham, Guy Ritchie Set Reunion on Netflix’s Revenge Action Film ‘Dogfight’

  • Statham and Ritchie are making Dogfight for Netflix.
  • The revenge action film is set in London’s criminal underworld.
  • Production is due to start in early 2027.

Jason Statham and Guy Ritchie are reuniting for Dogfight, a Netflix revenge action film set in London’s criminal underworld. The project continues a long-running collaboration between the actor and director, and production is scheduled to begin in early 2027. Plot details have not been disclosed. The film is…

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Jason Statham and Guy Ritchie Reunite — Again — for Netflix Revenge Action Movie ‘Dogfight’

  • Netflix has announced a seventh Statham and Ritchie film.
  • *Dogfight* is set in London’s criminal underworld.
  • UK filming is planned for early 2027.

Netflix has announced *Dogfight*, a revenge action film set in London’s criminal underworld, reuniting Jason Statham and Guy Ritchie. It marks their seventh film together and extends a partnership that began with Statham’s first film role in Ritchie’s 1998 debut, *Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels*. Ritchie will…

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Brosnan backs Callum Turner as a strong contender for Bond role

  • Brosnan backs Turner as a possible Bond.
  • Lowden is also reported to be a frontrunner.
  • Brosnan is looking forward to Villeneuve’s take on Bond.

Pierce Brosnan has praised Callum Turner as a strong possible choice to play James Bond, citing his acting and screen presence. The former 007 said he is awaiting the casting announcement and is excited to see Denis Villeneuve’s interpretation of the spy franchise. Brosnan played Bond in four…

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Johnny Depp no longer rules out a ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ return after years away from franchise

  • Depp has not ruled out playing Jack Sparrow again.
  • He says the story would need to end on a stronger note.
  • A return remains uncertain as he has other films upcoming.

Johnny Depp says he is open to returning as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, after previously ruling out a comeback. He told Entertainment Tonight that he would consider it if the circumstances were right and the films could end on a stronger note,…

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‘Thirteen in Gaza’ Acquired by Koudéta Films for France Ahead of Doha Film Festival

  • Koudéta Films has acquired French rights to “Thirteen in Gaza”.
  • The drama was filmed in Gaza during the war.
  • It won Toronto’s NETPAC Award and heads to Doha.

Koudéta Films has acquired the French distribution rights to Palestinian director Hosam Abu Dan’s “Thirteen in Gaza”, a father-daughter drama filmed in Gaza during the war. Its planned French theatrical release, accompanied by an impact campaign, will bring the story to audiences there and forms part of the…

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