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Aunty Donna announce UK tour

Australia’s favourite absurd sketch group, Aunty Donna, is bringing their first-ever live tour to the UK and Ireland after the success of their Netflix series. This will be their first visit to the UK in over five years, and they are scheduled to perform in Glasgow, Dublin, Bath, Birmingham, London, and Manchester.

The trio’s partnership with Netflix for the release of “Aunty Donna’s Big Ol’ House of Fun,” executive produced by Ed Helms and Scott Aukerman, received critical acclaim and praise from fans worldwide, including Neil Patrick Harris and RuPaul. After a record-breaking tour of Australia and New Zealand, the group is eager to take their new show to the rest of the world.

The Aunty Donna boys said:

“When the Magical Dead Cat demanded we participate in this incredible tour of the UK and Ireland, a tour showcasing brand new hilarious comedy and some fan favourite bits from our world-shaking Netflix series, we were initially hesitant. It seemed we would provide the bulk of the entertainment whilst the Magical Dead Cat would merely bring some coughed up fur balls!’ ‘We raised our concerns with the Magical Dead Cat, and it offered to sweeten the deal by ending each show with a special surprise web slinging guest whose name rhymes with Glider Man. Desperate to meet this special surprise guest, we immediately said yes.”

In 2012, Aunty Donna burst onto the Melbourne comedy scene with their distinctively surreal, fast-paced, and alternative style of sketch comedy. Between 2014 and 2017, they won over audiences in the UK with their loud and high-energy performances at the Edinburgh Festival and Soho Theatre. Their shows have since traveled the world multiple times, earning them numerous awards and a massive following of over 2 million fans across various platforms, as well as 113 million views on YouTube.

Now, the trio of Mark Samual Bonanno, Broden Kelly, and Zachary Ruane are coming together to bring their wildly entertaining brand of comedy to audiences across England, Scotland, and Ireland on a new tour.

LISTINGS

11/09/23 Glasgow King’s Theatre 

16/09/23 Dublin Olympia Theatre 

19/09/23 Bath, The Forum 

21/09/23 Birmingham The Alexandra 

22/09/23 London Eventim Apollo 

24/09/23 Manchester O2 Apollo 

Thu 23 March @ 10am: Tickets on general sale – more info @ http://www.auntydonna.com/

Ghostbusters 4 start’s shooting

Ghostbusters 4 has started filming, and producer Jason Reitman has shared an image from the Firehouse set. The movie is being directed by Gil Kenan, who previously wrote Ghostbusters: Afterlife, while Reitman serves as executive producer. The cast includes familiar faces from Ghostbusters: Afterlife, such as Paul Rudd, Mckenna Grace, Finn Wolfhard, and Carrie Coon, as well as original cast members Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, Ernie Hudson, and Sigourney Weaver.

Kenan has expressed his excitement about directing the latest installment of the Ghostbusters franchise, saying that it’s an honor to continue the Spengler family saga. He also reflected on his childhood dream of one day directing a Ghostbusters film.

After the disappointment of the 2016 reboot, Ghostbusters: Afterlife successfully relaunched the franchise in 2021 with the original cast returning. The movie was well-received by fans and paved the way for a sequel. While the plot of Ghostbusters 4 is unknown, it’s been reported that the story will take place in London and will introduce a new Ghostbusters universe with potential spin-offs featuring new busting teams.

The success of Ghostbusters 4 will depend on whether it can balance fresh storytelling with the nostalgia factor that made Ghostbusters: Afterlife such a hit. The movie is set to hit cinemas in December, so fans won’t have to wait too long to see if it delivers.

Doctor Who launches Doom’s Day

Launching later in 2023, Doctor Who fans will get the chance to immerse themselves in transmedia series featuring Doom, the Universe’s “most formidable assassin”. With a vortex manipulator and only 24 hours to spare, Doom travels across all of time and space in pursuit of the Doctor, hoping to save her from impending doom.

Bringing Doom to life is Sooz Kempner, a performer who is a graduate and Associate of the Royal Academy of Music, and an award-winning stand-up comedian and comedy sketch artist. Kempner is best known for her viral impersonation videos and will be the face and voice of Doom. She recently completed filming for a forthcoming Big Talk/CBS Studios series for Freevee and is set to tour her solo comedy show, Playstation, in 2023 before returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer.

Thanks to BBC Pictures

As Doom journeys through time and space, viewers will encounter many fan-favourite characters who will add excitement and intrigue to the series.

Doctor Who show runner Russell T Davies said: “Doom’s Day is a huge new adventure for the whole Doctor Who universe – starring the brilliant and hilarious Sooz Kempner as an intergalactic assassin. Her adventures will span comics, audio, a novel, video games stories and more, expanding the world of Doctor Who into brand new territories. Beware the Doom’s Day, it’s coming for us all”.

Sooz Kempner added: “To be part of the Doctor Who universe, a British institution up there with cups of tea and James Bond, is surreal and amazing! I love everything about Doom and can’t believe I get to travel across time and space with her”.

Later this year, Doom’s Day will be introduced on Doctor Who’s digital channels, followed by various products from Doctor Who Magazine, Titan Comics, Penguin Random House, East Side Games, Big Finish, and BBC Audio. These partners will each create their own stories about Doom’s Day, with each adventure focusing on a specific one of the 24 hours that Doom has left on the clock. These standalone tales will also have an overarching storyline that will unfold leading up to the finale, which will be available on Doctor Who’s digital channels.

The Elusive Constantine Sequel: Will It Ever Happen?

For fans of the Hellblazer comics, John Constantine is a character that needs no introduction. A demonologist, occult detective, and master of the dark arts, Constantine has been a staple of the comic book world since his creation in 1985. He’s also had his fair share of film adaptations, most notably the 2005 movie “Constantine” starring Keanu Reeves.

Despite its mixed reviews, the film has developed a cult following over the years, and many fans have been clamoring for a sequel. Reeves himself has been a vocal advocate for a follow-up, and while there have been rumblings of a second film for years, nothing has ever come to fruition.

As of 2023, the fate of the Constantine sequel remains uncertain. While there have been reports of a potential follow-up for years, nothing has been officially confirmed. In a recent interview, Reeves revealed that James Gunn and Peter Safran are currently trying to figure out how a Constantine sequel would fit into their plan.

While Francis Lawrence is set to direct and Akiva Goldsman will produce and write the script, the ultimate decision lies in the hands of Gunn and Safran. It’s unclear what their plans are for the character, but one can only hope that they make the right decision.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding the sequel, there’s no denying the impact that John Constantine has had on the world of comics and pop culture. Created by Alan Moore, John Constantine made his first appearance in the pages of “Swamp Thing” in 1985.

Since then, he’s had his own ongoing series, several miniseries, and a slew of guest appearances in other comic book titles. He’s also appeared in various other media, including television shows like “Constantine” and “Legends of Tomorrow.”

One of the things that sets Constantine apart from other comic book characters is his morally ambiguous nature. He’s not a hero in the traditional sense, and he’s not a villain either. He’s a flawed, complex character who often finds himself caught in the middle of supernatural conflicts.

While the fate of the sequel may be uncertain, there’s no denying that John Constantine is a character with staying power. He’s been a fixture of the comic book world for over 30 years, and his popularity shows no signs of waning.

Whether or not we’ll see a sequel to the 2005 film remains to be seen, but fans of the character can take solace in the fact that he’ll continue to appear in various other media. From comics to television shows, John Constantine is a character that’s sure to endure.

John Constantine is a character that’s captivated audiences for over 30 years. He’s complex, morally ambiguous, and a true original in the world of comics. While the fate of the Constantine sequel remains uncertain, there’s no denying the impact that the character has had on pop culture.

Good Burger 2 in development

Paramount+ has officially greenlit “Good Burger 2,” the sequel to the 1997 film that originated as a sketch on the Nickelodeon series “All That.”

The news was revealed on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” with original stars Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell set to return.

The film will begin production in May and is set to debut on Paramount+ later in 2023.

The movie’s official logline reveals that Dexter Reed (Thompson) is down on his luck after another invention fails, and Ed (Mitchell) welcomes him back to Good Burger with open arms. However, Dex’s plan to get back on his feet puts the fate of Good Burger at risk once again.

The sequel will be produced by Nickelodeon Studios and directed by Phil Traill. Kevin Kopelow and Heath Seifert, who co-wrote the original film and worked on “All That,” will serve as writers and executive producers alongside James III.

Tanya Giles, chief programming officer of Paramount Streaming, expressed excitement over the upcoming release, saying “Good Burger 2” is sure to serve up everything “All That” fans and new viewers alike will enjoy.

James Gunn confirmed as Superman: Legacy director

The news was hardly surprising when James Gunn confirmed his dual role as both writer and director for the highly anticipated reincarnation of Superman.

The project, entitled “Superman: Legacy,” promises to reboot the franchise yet again and kick off the new chapter of DC films dubbed “God and Monsters.”

As per Gunn’s tweets, the film will showcase Superman’s struggle to reconcile his Kryptonian roots with his human upbringing, embodying the values of truth, justice, and kindness in a world that often neglects such virtues.

As a devoted admirer of Gunn’s previous cinematic endeavors, I am eagerly anticipating what he will bring to the table with this fresh take on the beloved superhero. Of course, let us not forget that the iconic character was created by the visionary duo of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.

Mark your calendars for July 11, 2025, as “Superman: Legacy” is set to soar into cinemas, worldwide.

UNIT spin-off in development

According to The Mirror. new details have emerged about upcoming Doctor Who spin-offs, including one featuring Jemma Redgrave.

Show runner Russell T. Davies, who has expressed his excitement for the expanded ‘Whoniverse’ following a distribution deal with Disney+, has teased that an episode from the new series is “one of the greatest things I’ve ever made in my life.”

Redgrave is set to star in a spin-off based on the military research organisation UNIT, which she has played a part in for the past decade in various Doctor Who episodes. Davies has been vocal about his desire to expand the Doctor Who universe, with Disney+ serving as the show’s international home.

The character of Kate Stewart was originally created for the unofficial Doctor Who spin-off, Downtime made by Reeltime pictures.

Jemma Redgrave first played the character in the 2012 episode titled “The Power of Three”. She went on to reprise the role in subsequent episodes, including “The Day of the Doctor” in 2013, “Death in Heaven” in 2014, and “The Magician’s Apprentice” and “The Zygon Invasion/The Zygon Inversion” in 2015. More recently she has appeared in the UNIT range of audios by Big Finish Productions. As well as fighting alongside Jodie Whittaker’s Thirteenth Doctor, in Doctor Who: Flux and “The Power of The Doctor”.

It’s yet unknown if the release of a UNIT TV series, would affected the Big Finish range of audio dramas.

Although the BBC or RTD have yet to make an official announcement, there are reports from multiple reliable sources that a ‘UNIT’ series is currently in development. As soon as more information becomes available, we will provide updates.

Trailer-The Little Mermaid

At the grand ceremony of the Academy Awards, Disney took the opportunity to unveil the full trailer for its forthcoming adaptation of The Little Mermaid, providing us with the most comprehensive glimpse yet of what the movie has in store for us. From what we can observe, the film is shaping up to be an almost exact replica of the timeless animated classic.

The lead role of Ariel will be played by Halle Bailey, and her performance appears to be incredibly enchanting. There’s no doubt that her vocal ability is outstanding, and she’s poised to deliver a fantastic performance of the unforgettable songs that we all hold dear.

In addition, the trailer unveils the first appearance of several other well-known characters from the movie, including Ursula, Sebastian, Scuttle, and many others!

The film features a talented cast, with Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, Daveed Diggs as the voice of Sebastian, Jacob Tremblay as the voice of Flounder, Awkwafina as the voice of Scuttle, Art Malik as Sir Grimsby, Noma Dumezweni as Queen Selina, and Javier Bardem as King Triton, among others.

Bob Iger asks if “every hero needs a sequel?”

In a recent appearance at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference, Disney CEO Bob Iger spoke about the future of the company’s tentpole brands.

As a doting father would refer to his children, Iger expressed his fondness for all of the company’s brands.

However, he did acknowledge that the underwhelming box office performance of the 2018 standalone Star Wars film, Solo, gave the executives some pause about the franchise’s future.

The high frequency of releases may have been the culprit. Iger assured fans that Disney is still committed to developing Star Wars films but emphasised the importance of taking a cautious approach to ensure quality.

He highlighted the success of series based on Star Wars mythology, such as The Mandalorian and Andor, as a testament to the company’s continued commitment to the franchise.

Matthew Perry takes digs at Keanu Reeves

Perry’s upcoming memoir, “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,” includes a few shocking revelations, including his exit from ‘Don’t look up’ after his heart stopped for five minutes. However, the most shocking is a pair of seemingly out-of-nowhere shots he takes at the beloved Keanu Reeves. At two points in the memoir, Perry questions why Reeves is still alive when “talented” actors and “original thinkers” like River Phoenix and Chris Farley had tragic deaths.

“The list of geniuses who were ahead of their time is too long to detail here — suffice to say, near the top of any such list should be my costar in ‘A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon,’ River Phoenix. River was a beautiful man, inside and out — too beautiful for this world, it turned out. It always seems to be the really talented guys who go down. Why is it that the original thinkers like River Phoenix and Heath Ledger die, but Keanu Reeves still walks among us? River was a better actor than me; I was funnier. But I certainly held my own in our scenes”.

Reeves is mentioned again, later in the book when Perry talks about the death of his friend and comedian, Chris Farley. “His disease had progressed faster than mine had. (Plus, I had a healthy fear of the word ‘heroin,’ a fear we did not share). I punched a hole through Jennifer Aniston’s dressing room wall when I found out. Keanu Reeves walks among us. I had to promote ‘Almost Heroes’ two weeks after he died; I found myself publicly discussing his death from drugs and alcohol. I was high the entire time.”

After an intense internet backlash, Matthew Perry issued an apology. Telling People “I’m actually a big fan of Keanu. I just chose a random name, my mistake. I apologise. I should have used my own name instead.”