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One day after learning that the upcoming Red Sonja movie has been rated “R” for “Strong/bloody violence,” Deadline has shared a new image along with additional information.

For starters, Samuel Goldwyn Films has acquired Red Sonja, a new feature film adaptation of the comic books. A theatrical release is being planned here in the U.S. later this year.

M.J. Bassett (Ash vs. Evil Dead) directed the upcoming movie, with Matilda Lutz (Revenge) starring as the title character. Check out a badass new shot of Lutz’s Red Sonja above.

“We’re thrilled to be bringing Red Sonja to audiences across the nation. The fanbase for the legendary character is big and passionate and we’re confident that this film will deliver for them,” said Samuel Goldwyn Films president Peter Goldwyn.

In the film, “Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the...

Red Sonjahas released a new image of its titular warrior, played by Matilda Lutz, as the reboot receives a long-awaited update that will delight fans of the franchise. Per Deadline, Samuel Goldwyn Films has snagged the U.S. distribution rights to the movie, which is set to hit theaters this year. Studio president Peter Goldwyn has also asserted his belief that the new version of the swords and sorcery story, directed by M. J. Bassett, will satisfy audiences who are familiar with Red Sonja and her storied history in comic books and on screen.

"We're thrilled to be bringing Red Sonja to audiences across the nation. The fanbase for the legendary character is big and passionate, and we're confident that this film will deliver for them."

The legendary character Goldwyn refers to will be portrayed by Lutz in the upcoming movie, and the latest image of the She-Devil with a...

The upcoming “Red Sonja" live-action feature, directed by M.J. Bassett ("Solomon Kane"), based on Robert E. Howard's character 'Red Sonya of Rogatino', reimagined in 1973 by writer Roy Thomas and illustrator Barry Windsor-Smith for Marvel Comics, stars Matilda Lutz, Wallis Day, Robert Sheehan, Michael Bisping, Martyn Ford, Eliza Matengu, Manal El Feitury and Katrina Durden:

Originally, Robert E. Howard's 'Sonya of Rugantino', was a female pirate from the 16th century, debuting in Howard's short story "The Shadow of the Vulture" in "Magic Carpet" magazine (1934).

Writer Roy Thomas and illustrator Barry Windsor-Smith reworked the character in 1973, for Marvel Comics "Conan the Barbarian #23, transposing the timeline to Howard's 'Hyborian Age'.

"...'Red Sonja' lives with her family in a humble house in the 'Western Hyrkanian' steppes. When she is 21, a group of mercenaries kills her family and burns down their house. Sonja attempts to defend herself, but cannot lift her...

Aside from an initial promo image and a behind-the-scenes photo, we haven't seen very much from Millennium Films' Red Sonja reboot starring Matilda Lutz, and are still awaiting a first teaser trailer.

However, we do finally have some positive updates on the project.

Deadline reports that Samuel Goldwyn Films will handle U.S. distribution for the movie, which is set to hit theaters later this year. The site has also shared a first official look at Lutz in full costume as the She-Devil with a Sword.

The official synopsis reads: "Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia."

The movie has also been given an R rating for "Strong, Bloody Violence."

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Deadline reports that Samuel Goldwyn Films have snagged the U.S. distribution rights to Red Sonja, with the reboot looking to hit theaters later this year. A first-look image from Red Sonja was also released, depicting Matilda Lutz in full costume, metal bikini and all.

The description reads: “Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia.” In addition to Lutz, Red Sonja also stars Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Batwoman), Martyn Ford (Those About to Die), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), with Phillip Winchester (Strike Back) and Trevor Eve (Waking the Dead).

The film was recently given an R-rating for “strong/bloody violence.“

Related Red Sonja reboot has been rated R for bloody violence...

The Red Sonja reboot with Matilda Lutz in the titular role has just gotten an exciting update. The film has also gotten its official rating.

Per Deadline, it's been revealed that the new Red Sonja movie has officially been acquired by Samuel Goldwyn Films. The company will handle the movie's U.S. distribution rights with plans to debut Red Sonja on the big screen sometime later this year; its release in the UK and Ireland will be handled by Signature Entertainment. This update immediately follows the reveal that the Red Sonja reboot has officially been rated R for "strong/bloody violence." Additionally, a new image has been released, showcasing the first official still of Lutz as Red Sonja as seen in the film. The full image can be seen below.

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M.J. Bassett is the director of this new take on Red Sonja. Tasha Huo wrote the script. Along with Lutz in the lead,...

Exclusive: The long-awaited reboot of Red Sonja has been scooped up by Samuel Goldwyn Films, we can tell you first. The distrib will handle U.S. rights with an eye on a theatrical release later this year.

This version of the feature take of the comic series is directed by M. J. Bassett who has directed episodes of Iron Fist, Power and Ash vs. Evil Dead. The original movie, released in 1985 during the heyday of the Conan the Barbarian movies, starred Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bridgitte Nielsen in the title role.

Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia. Tasha Huo wrote the screenplay and Matilda Lutz (Daisy Ridley’s Magpie) stars in the title role alongside...

Samuel Goldwyn Films continues to move into larger, action-oriented films and has picked up US rights from Millennium Media to the fantasy action title Red Sonja starring Matilda Lutz.

M.J. Bassett directed from a screenplay by Tasha Huo. Adapted from the comic book series currently published by Dynamite Entertainment, the film follows the titular character as she battles her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rallies an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia.

The cast includes Robert Sheehan, Wallis Day, Martyn Ford, and Michael Bisping,...

A reboot of Red Sonja spent nearly fifteen years in development hell before going into production in 2022 with director M.J. Bassett (Solomon Kane) at the helm. Before Bassett signed on, the project had passed through the hands of directors Robert Rodriguez, Simon West, Bryan Singer, and Joey Soloway, with Hannah John-Kamen, Rose McGowan, and Amber Heard being considered for the lead role. Matilda Lutz ended up starring in the film, and while we still don’t know when we’ll get to see her version of the title character in action, the long-delayed movie has taken a step forward, earning its rating from the Motion Picture Association ratings board! The Red Sonja reboot is officially rated R for strong/bloody violence.

Bassett directed the film from a screenplay by Joey Soloway (Transparent) and Tasha Huo (Netflix’s Tomb Raider anime). This version of Red Sonja is derived from the sword...

The comic book character Red Sonja is headed back to the big screen with a new movie from U.S. distributor Samuel Goldwyn Films, and the film’s MPA rating has arrived.

The Red Sonja movie is rated “R” for “Strong/bloody violence.”

M.J. Bassett (Solomon Kane) directed the upcoming movie, with Matilda Lutz (Revenge) starring as the title character. Expect more – including a trailer – very soon.

Matilda Lutz’s barbarian huntress will be tasked with uniting a group of unlikely warriors to face off against the evil tyrant Emperor Draygan and his deadly bride, Dark Annisia.

The film has been described as “an epic story in a fantasy-laden world.”

Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Sheroes), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), Luca Pasqualino (Snowpiercer), Rhona Mitra (Underworld: Rise of the Lycans), Martyn Ford (Final Score), Ben Radcliffe (Cuban Fury), Eliza Matengu (Predestination), Veronica Ferres (Crisis), Phillip Winchester (Strike Back...

Millennium’s new take on comic book character Red Sonja has gone through a few different iterations over the years, but the reboot is finally much closer to release. After a two-year post-production period, Red Sonja is finally gearing up for a UK release.

Signature Entertainment has picked up UK and Irish rights to the action fantasy with plans to release this year. Deadline notes that the film previously sold in international markets, though no updates on international release plans as of yet.

Matilda Lutz stars as “barbarian huntress Red Sonja, who must unite a group of unlikely warriors to face off against the evil tyrant Emperor Draygan and his deadly bride, Dark Annisia.”

Starring alongside Lutz are Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Sheroes), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), Luca Pasqualino (Snowpiercer), Rhona Mitra (Underworld: Rise of the Lycans), Martyn Ford (Final Score), Ben Radcliffe (Cuban Fury), Eliza Matengu...

The Red Sonja reboot has secured a distributor with a release window confirmed. That's great news for fans of the comics and sword-and-sandal films.

Signature Entertainment acquired the rights to release the Red Sonja reboot in the UK and Ireland. Per Deadline, the film will premiere in late 2025 after spending two years in post-production. "Red Sonja epitomizes the kind of film we're looking for at Signature – an epic story in a fantasy-laden world with a strong commercial feel to its execution, which made it immediately appealing to us," Signature Entertainment's Acquisitions Manager Begüm Kayacan Parodi said. "We're looking forward to introducing UK and Irish audiences to Matilda Lutz's sword-swinging huntress later this year." Production company Millennium Media is still looking for a distributor for Red Sonja in international markets.

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Nearly two and a half years after it finished filming in 2022, the long-awaited Red Sonja reboot is finally being released in 2025. It had been years since the project was first announced before things finally got moving on in 2021, when Tasha Huo (Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft) was brought on board to pen the script, and M. J. Bassett (Silent Hill: Revelation) was brought in to direct. The film stars Matilda Lutz (Revenge) in the titular role made famous by Brigitte Nielsen in the 1985 original.

Per Deadline, Red Sonja will be released in the UK later this year after Signature Entertainment acquired UK and Irish rights to the film, which has already been sold to multiple international markets by Millennium Media. A firm release date has yet to be set, and it remains unclear when the movie might make its way to U.S. soil. Still, Begüm Kayacan Parodi...

The long-awaited Red Sonja reboot hasn't had the easiest journey to the big screen. For starters, it's lost multiple filmmakers, including disgraced X-Men director Bryan Singer and main star, Thunderbolts*'s Hannah John-Kamen.

M.J. Bassett has since stepped behind the camera to helm the action, with Matilda Lutz tapped to bring the iconic warrior to life in a movie fans hope will do this character justice. It's been nearly four decades since the character appeared in a movie, with Brigitte Nielsen bringing the iconic hero to life way back in 1985.

Deadline (via SFFGazette.com) has confirmed today that the new Red Sonja movie has "been sold to the UK" and is scheduled to be released "later this year" after spending two years in post-production.

Signature Entertainment has acquired the rights to the movie from Millennium Media; it's not clear what's happening in the U.S., though like Hellboy: The Crooked Man,...

The long-awaited Red Sonja reboot has finally secured a deal in the UK, with plans for a release later this year. The film, which has been in development for years and spent two years in post-production, is now set to reach audiences in the UK and Ireland.

Signature Entertainment has acquired the rights to distribute the action-packed fantasy film from Millennium Media. While the movie has already been sold in multiple international markets, an official release date has not yet been announced.

Based on the popular comic book series, Red Sonja follows a fearless warrior who must unite a band of unlikely allies to battle the ruthless Emperor Draygan and his deadly bride, Dark Annisia. Directed by M.J. Bassett, the film brings a fresh take on the legendary character while staying true to its source material.

The movie boasts an impressive cast, featuring:

Matilda Lutz (Revenge) as Red Sonja Robert Sheehan...

Thirty years after it was last adapted for the large screen, the troubled Red Sonja reboot is finally coming out in 2025, a report suggests.

Rome wasn’t built in a day, but it’s taken a staggeringly long time to reboot Red Sonja. Based on the comic book character of the same name, the fantasy yarn was first adapted into a movie in 1985, with Brigitte Nielsen as the titular sword-swinging warrior.

A reboot was first talked about in 2008, and has spent the years since roaming the various circles of development hell. Bryan Singer was going to direct a new Red Sonja at one point, but then it was discovered that he’s (allegedly) an awful human being and bowed out. According to Deadline, though, the new Red Sonja has been picked up for a UK and Irish release by Signature Entertainment, and is scheduled for release in 2025. The outlet also...

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A second volume in 1975 lasted seven issues and set up an ongoing Red Sonja series. Another spin-off, Marvel Double Feature, started in 1973 and featured reprints of Tales of Suspense with different Marvel characters like Captain America, Iron Man, and later Black Panther. It ran for 22 issues before ending.

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That’s the puzzle of contradictions one must work through when attempting to unpack the new drama from Max.

“ER,” created by the late Michael Crichton, spent 15 seasons tracking the lives of various physicians (including superstar-in-waiting George Clooney as heartthrob Dr. Doug Ross) traipsing through the emergency room at Chicago’s County General. By contrast, “The Pitt,” from producer John Wells and creator R. Scott Gemmill, spends its 15-episode first season chronicling a single shift at Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center in downtown Pittsburgh.

“Red Sonja”, the upcoming live-action ‘sword and sorcery’ feature, based on writings by Robert E. Howard, is directed by M. J. Bassett, rebooting the original 1985 feature, now starring Matilda Lutz, Wallis Day, Robert Sheehan, Michael Bisping, Martyn Ford, Eliza Matengu, Rhona Mitra, and Veronica Ferres, releasing theatrically in 2025:

“…enslaved by an evil tyrant…

“…who wishes to destroy her people…

“…barbarian huntress ‘Red Sonja’…

“…must unite a group of unlikely warriors …

“…to face off against ‘Dragan The Magnificent’…

“…and his deadly bride, ‘Dark Annisia’…”

Click the images to enlarge…...

“Red Sonja” is the upcoming live-action ‘sword and sorcery’ feature, directed by M. J. Bassett, rebooting the original 1985 feature, now starring Matilda Lutz, Wallis Day, Robert Sheehan, Michael Bisping, Martyn Ford, Eliza Matengu, Rhona Mitra, and Veronica Ferres, releasing theatrically in 2025:

“…enslaved by an evil tyrant who wishes to destroy her people…

“…barbarian huntress ‘Red Sonja’ must unite a group of unlikely warriors …

“…to face off against ‘Dragan The Magnificent’…

“…and his deadly bride, ‘Dark Annisia’…”

Click the images to enlarge…...

Aside from an initial promo image and a behind-the-scenes photo, we haven't seen very much from Millennium Films' Red Sonja reboot, but some snippets of footage from the movie have now leaked online.

Though it's only a few seconds long, the clip shows Revenge star Matilda Lutz in full costume as the She-Devil with a Sword as she does battle against a horde of ferocious foes. Right at the end, we also catch a glimpse of some kind of horned reptilian-looking monster in chains.

As you can see, Lutz's armour is pretty faithful to the later comic book depictions of the character (the skimpy chain-mail bikini was never gonna happen), and she also appears to be sporting Sonja's signature face-paint.

After over a decade spent attempting to get the project moving with multiple writers and directors attached at various different stages, Millennium finally managed to put its Red Sonja reboot...

Red Sonja has become an iconic character in comic book and fantasy culture. She is known for her strength, independence, and warrior spirit, often serving as a symbol of empowerment, especially for female characters in action genres.

Over the years, Red Sonja has appeared in numerous comic series, movies, and TV shows, gaining a loyal fanbase and inspiring other strong female characters in comics and popular media.

Two years ago, it was announced that Red Sonja is getting one more live-action adaptation, and now after a long time of almost no news regarding the state of the movie, some action footage has leaked online as well as some set images. You can check them out below:

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Lutz’s armor in the footage closely matches later comic book versions of Red Sonja,...

While web-slinging and acrobatics are cool, I've always believed that Spider-Man stories are defined by their heart and the personal moments that Peter shares with friends and foes alike. One of Marvel’s most talented writers, Gail Simone, the true Queen of Heart, is interested in giving Spider-Man her fair shot. At a time when Peter Parker is once again at his lowest, Simone is the perfect pick to write Marvel’s next Spider-Man series.

Simone is one of the most prominent writers in the comics industry, spearheading series such as Wonder Woman, Red Sonja, and Birds of Prey. Her current ongoing series, Uncanny X-Men with artist David Marquez, has quickly become one of my personal favorite X-Men series and one of the franchise’s most empathetic series in years.

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A reboot of Red Sonja spent nearly fifteen years in development hell before going into production in 2022 with director M.J. Bassett (Solomon Kane) at the helm. Before Bassett signed on, the project had passed through the hands of directors Robert Rodriguez, Simon West, Bryan Singer, and Joey Soloway, with Hannah John-Kamen, Rose McGowan, and Amber Heard being considered for the lead role. Matilda Lutz ended up starring in the film, and while we still don’t know when we’ll get to see her version of the title character in action, a set pic has just arrived online to give us a look at a blood spattered Lutz wearing a version of the character’s iconic bikini armor. You can check it out at the bottom of this article.

Lutz has previously said that she wore the metal bikini during a sequence that takes place in an arena with lots...

“Red Sonja” is the upcoming live-action ‘sword and sorcery’ feature, directed by M. J. Bassett, rebooting the original 1985 feature, starring Matilda Lutz, Wallis Day, Robert Sheehan, Michael Bisping, Martyn Ford, Eliza Matengu, Rhona Mitra, and Veronica Ferres, releasing theatrically in 2024:

“…enslaved by an evil tyrant who wishes to destroy her people…

“…barbarian huntress ‘Red Sonja’…

“…must unite a group of unlikely warriors …

“…to face off against ‘Dragan The Magnificent’ and his deadly bride, ‘Dark Annisia’…”

Click the images to enlarge…...

It's been quite a while since we had any official updates on Millennium Films' Red Sonja reboot, but the movie's Instagram page has now shared a new behind-the-scenes photo of Revenge star Matilda Lutz as the She-Devil with a Sword.

As you can see, Lutz's armour is pretty faithful to the later comic book depictions of the character (the skimpy chain-mail bikini was never gonna happen), and she also appears to be sporting Sonja's signature face-paint.

After over a decade spent attempting to get the project moving with multiple writers and directors attached at various different stages, Millennium finally managed to put its Red Sonja reboot into production in 2022, with Solomon Kane director M.J. Bassett at the helm and Lutz taking over from Ant-Man and the Wasp and Thunderbolts* actress Hannah John Kamen as the fearsome warrior of the title.

The first trailer screened for those in attendance at San Diego Comic-Con last year,...

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Fans of the Austrian Oak, however, argue that this sword-and-sorcery movie isn’t even close to his worst film. That dubious honor goes to Hercules in New York (1970), the actor’s debut flick.

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Brigitte Nielsen in Red Sonja (1985) | Credit:

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Schwarzenegger’s first big screen outing, directed by Arthur Allan Seidelman, has been widely panned. The movie’s reputation is so poor that fans often scratch their heads, baffled by how the actor went from this flop to a superstar. One especially puzzled viewer even asked, “How did he become a star?”

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Many of the best Schwarzenegger action movies were released during the 1980s, as his ongoing rivalry with fellow action hero Sylvester Stallone meant they pushed one another to continually up the stakes and make increasingly intense, over-the-top action movies. Schwarzenegger played fantasy warriors, unstoppable killing machines, and skilled Special Forces officers during this time,...

Arnold Schwarzenegger made a huge impact in action films from the 80s and 90s, becoming an international star. Schwarzenegger diversified his roles, appearing in action films, genre oddities, and family comedies. Despite his peak and slight decline, Schwarzenegger has remained active in Hollywood, showcasing no signs of slowing down.

For an entire generation of film fans, Arnold Schwarzenegger movies provided some of the most iconic action flicks of the 1980s and 90s. He's played heroes and villains, ruthless robots, and kindergarten cops. With bulging muscles, a singularly bizarre presence, and a lot of heart, Schwarzenegger parlayed a bodybuilding career into one of Hollywood's most profitable and prolific film careers. Arnold's breakthrough came with 1982's Conan the Barbarian, a box-office hit that captured the attention of James Cameron, who then cast him as the titular role in the action game-changer The Terminator.

That movie made Schwarzenegger an international star. Schwarzenegger...

In this week’s episode of Bingeworthy, our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo powers up to discuss “The Umbrella Academy.” The Netflix series follows a group of former child superheroes that must reluctantly reunite again and again to save the world. The final season stars Elliot Page, Robert Sheehan, Tom Hooper, Nick Offerman, David Cross, Megan Mullally, and more.

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Joining Bingeworthy to discuss the superhero series is one of the show’s stars, Robert Sheehan, who plays Klaus.

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Dynamite Entertainment has announced a James Bond comic by author Gail Simone, one that promises a classic 007 adventure with "high action" and "big stakes." The collaboration reunites Dynamite and Simone, who previously penned the highly-regarded Red Sonja series for the publisher. Readers can expect a vulnerable and "very, very human Bond," in Gail Simone's take on the character, as the author tells a classic Bond tale, while also pushing the superspy to his limits.

Dynamite Entertainment has announced that the latest James Bond comic will be written by superstar author Gail Simone, who is operating at the top of her game right now, as she begins a thrilling run on Marvel's Uncanny X-Men. According to Simone and Dynamite CEO Nick Barrucci, this is a collaboration a long time in the making, and readers can expect the result to be an instant classic 007 story.

Most of the details on Gail...

Today, we have the pleasure of interviewing Paulina Lule. We see that you identify as a non-binary, genderfluid, pansexual actor, filmmaker, and conservationist.

You are a multifaceted person, and before we delve into your career, we’d like to understand how identifying as non-binary has influenced your acting career. In a broad sense, how do you perceive roles for non-binary actors? Are there many roles for non-binary actors in the film industry? How do you envision the industry’s approach to non-binary actors within the world of cinema? What do you anticipate for the future?

How has identifying as non-binary influenced my acting career? I would say coming out as non-binary has given me such clarity of my own self-image, that I feel so much more capable of bringing my full self to my work. In turn, this has given me a great deal of self-confidence which any actor will tell you,...

Reboots have become a major trend in the film industry, with franchises from different genres being brought back to life and expanded upon. Some successful recent reboots include Spider-Man, The Batman, Halloween, and Scream, showing that reboots can inject new life into franchises and introduce new protagonists. Upcoming reboots include Superman, Red Sonja, Blade, Fantastic Four, Final Destination: Bloodlines, and The Chronicles of Narnia.

The film industry is continuing to ride the wave of reboots and revivals as a variety of movie reboots are in development or will be released soon. The entertainment industry is defined by trends, and one trend dominating the big screen is reboots. Through reboots, different movie franchises have been brought back to life, particularly in the horror genre, and in many cases it has been mixed with sequels, making way for whats now known as a requel. Surely, not all reboots have been successful, but...

Netflix will soon be coming out with an anime-style series based on the Tomb Raider video game series by Crystal Dynamic. The project was reported all the way back in the beginning of 2021, and we have come a long way since. In September 2021, it was announced that actress Hayley Atwell would be voicing the lead role of Lara Croft, the badass adventurer known for her intelligence, agility, and fearlessness.

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The release of the series is just around the corner as Netflix recently unveiled the premiere date of the project. In addition, the streaming giant also released a new teaser trailer for the series, and fans couldn’t be more excited. Social media is buzzing with excitement as Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft prepares to become Netflix’s next big hit.

Netflix’s Tomb Raider Series Starring Hayley Atwell...

The John Wick franchise producers at Thunder Road Pictures are partnering with longtime Screen Gems executive Scott Strauss to launch an independent genre label called Badlands, Deadline reports, and the first project to come our way from Badlands is the spider thriller Arachnid, which has Don’t Listen and El hombre del saco director Ángel Gómez Hernández attached to direct from a screenplay by Jayson Rothwell, whose previous credits include Silent Night (2012) and Polar. The film is set to star Matilda Lutz of the awesome 2017 revenge thriller Revenge and the upcoming Red Sonja reboot.

Badlands is backed by Andrew Schwartzberg and Jon Shiffman’s company Renegade Capital. According to Deadline, the label will “feature development and co-fi funds and plans to make two to three films per year.” Filming on Arachnid is set to begin in Madrid, Spain this July. Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee of Thunder Road are producing the film with Strauss,...

Exclusive: Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee’s Thunder Road (John Wick) is partnering with longtime Screen Gems executive Scott Strauss to launch Badlands.

Backed by Andrew Schwartzberg and Jon Shiffman’s Renegade Capital, the independent genre label will feature development and co-fi funds and plans to make two to three films per year.

First up for the new venture will be Arachnid, starring Matilda Lutz. Written by Jayson Rothwell (Underworld: Blood Wars) and directed by Ángel Gómez (Voces), the spider thriller is due to begin filming this July in Madrid. Altitude Film Sales will introduce the film to buyers in Cannes next week, with CAA Media Finance handling domestic rights.

Rothwell, Schwartzberg, Shiffman, Peter Welter, Alexandra Milchan, and Josh Weinstock are part of the Arachnid producing team.

Lutz is best known for genre projects including Revenge, Reptile and the upcoming films Magpie and Red Sonja, in which she has the title role.

Witchblade, the popular comic series that initially ran from 1995 to 2015 and launched a TV series, is getting resurrected in a new comic series from Top Cow and Image Comics. It’s set to unleash heavy metal, black magic and blood this summer.

Look for the new Witchblade series to launch on July 17, 2024.

In Witchblade #1, “New York City Police Detective Sara Pezzini’s life was forever fractured by her father’s murder. Cold, cunning, and hellbent on revenge, Sara now stalks a vicious criminal cabal beneath the city, where an ancient power collides and transforms her into something wild, magnificent, and beyond her darkest imaginings. How will Sara use this ancient power, or will she be consumed by it?”

The series is penned by Nyt Best-Selling writer Marguerite Bennett and visualized by artist Giuseppe Cafaro. The creative duo is working with original co-creator Marc Silvestri, who is the CEO of Top Cow Productions Inc.

Throughout her history, Red Sonja has been a powerful feminist icon in the sword and sorcery genre. Red Sonja's iconic chainmail bikini was not part of her original costume design but eventually became her trademark. Red Sonja's long and storied Marvel Comic history paved the way for her continued success and popularity in the comic book world.

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For over 50 years, Red Sonja has been one of the deadliest women in comics. Also known as the “She-Devil With a Sword,” Red Sonja has both feet firmly in the sword and sorcery (or sword and sandal) genre, alongside other icons such as Conan the Barbarian and Kull. Like Conan, Red Sonja can trace her roots back to the works of Robert E. Howard.

Unlike the Cimmerian, however, Red Sonja’s appearances have been by and large contained in the comics. Despite this, she...

Actor Dev Patel credits District 9's Neill Blomkamp with encouraging him to direct Monkey Man himself.

Per The Hollywood Reporter, following his directorial debut's SXSW premiere, Patel said that he initially wanted Blomkamp, who directed him in 2015's Chappie, to shoot Monkey Man after he completed its script. Instead, he recalled, "Me and Neill were talking, and he went, 'Man I thought you should do this. You know every corner of it.' And I was like, 'I can’t do it.' He goes, 'You can.' I reluctantly got pushed into the driver's seat."

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Patel also spoke about the numerous setbacks Monkey Man faced during production, ranging from Covid-19 to a shift in filming locations...

The ‘very male-gazed orientation’ of the 1980s version of Red Sonja will be a thing of the past in the remake, says Matilda Lutz.

Fantasy adventure Red Sonja emerged in 1985, three years after 1982’s Conan The Barbarian and around the time of the unexpectedly daft Conan The Destroyer. Red Sonja, directed by Destroyer’s Richard Fleischer, cashed in on that series’ popularity and also featured its star, Arnold Schwarzenegger, alongside 80s icon Brigitte Nielsen who starred as the titular female warrior.

There has been talk of a reboot of the movie for years, but it seems to be a project that has taken forever to bring to the screen – and we’re not just talking about the hold-ups caused by strikes and pandemics. For well over a decade, various attempts have been made to get the film up and running, with creative talent such as Robert Rodriguez, Rose McGowan, Simon West,...