'Fantastic Four' Director Josh Trank Says He Wanted To Cast a Black Actress For Sue Storm

David Muir had high hopes for a career in news journalism from a young age and that meant he kickstarted his dreams early.The ABC anchor opened up about how he got his start in the business during an interview with Rachael Ray and the photo he shared is amazing. MORE: David Muir's confession about his appearance will leave you doing a double-takeIn the image, a teenage David sat proudly at a news desk, looking nervous but excited. WATCH: David Muir receives surprise from GMA's Amy Robach He explained: "I was 13-years-old, I had written to the local news people in my town and they began writing back to me and that was my first visit to the TV station."I began interning, carrying the tripods, and the equipment. They hired me out of college.

Ubisoft initiatives to implement NFTs via their programme Ubisoft Quartz, employees are reportedly pushing back.In a recent report by Bloomberg, several Ubisoft employees came forward to announce their displeasure with Ubisoft’s blockchain programme Quartz. This isn’t the first time employees stood up against the NFTs, Ubisoft calls Digits.

Jack Harlow has confirmed that his new single will be released next week via a comedic video – check it out below.Harlow released his last album ‘That’s What They All Say’ at the end of 2020 and despite a series of high profile collaborations with the likes of Lil Nas X, Eminem and Ty Dolla $ign, it’s been over a year since Harlow last shared a solo track.Earlier this week, he released a minute-long clip poking fun at the lack of new music.During a therapy session, his therapist asks Harlow how his work going before Harlow replies “jeez, where do I start?”Sensing some stress, the therapist then says “I take it you haven’t picked a new single? I’m just saying this is our 28th session, it’s a little overdue. Even my daughter is asking ‘Mom, when is dropping his new song?’”“I need to drop,” replied Harlow before confirming the new song will be out “next week”.Check out the video below:A post shared by Jack Harlow (@jackharlow)The caption for the clip then confirms a release date of February 18.This isn’t Harlow’s first venture into acting though.

Big Thief have shared an immersive new studio video for their new track ‘Red Moon’ – check it out below.The track appears on the band’s 20-song new album ‘Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You’, which was released yesterday (February 11) via 4AD.The video, which sees Big Thief perform alongside Mat Davidson of the band Twain on fiddle, was shot by vocalist Adrianne Lenker’s brother Noah at Scott McMicken’s home studio in Tuscon, Arizona. It was one of four locations in which the band recorded the new album.The live take captured in the video is also the version that makes the final edit on the album.Check it out below.Reviewing ‘Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You’, NME wrote: “There’s a certain looseness that suits Big Thief well across the whole record.

Jessie Buckley is riding high this week after celebrating her first Oscar nomination.The Irish star, 32, is set to fight it out in the Best Supporting Actress category after being recognised for her starring role in The Lost Daughter, alongside fellow nominee Olivia Colman. Jessie's nod from the Academy is sure to make her a well-known star – but avid TV fans may remember when she got her big break over 10 years ago, on a show which was worlds away from the glamour of Hollywood.

Love Island star Chloe Burrows has given fans a glimpse into her sun-soaked trip to Los Angeles. The 26 year old, who recently opened up about her romance with boyfriend Toby Aromolaran, has jetted off to California to shoot a new campaign with fashion brand JD Sports.

Whether you are planning a romantic meal with your partner, a heartwarming dinner with friends or a cosy feast for one, then look no further than these delightful sweet treats. Valentine's Day, which falls on Monday 14 February, is the ultimate excuse to forget about the January diet and indulge in luxurious chocolate desserts which can be made in just a few simple steps. For those looking to impress their dinner guest, a rich chocolate fudge cake topped with edible flowers is the ultimate treat.

EX-EastEnders star Danniella Westbrook posed for a fresh-faced selfie as she told fans she’s "ready to do life differently". The 48-year-old has spent the last few weeks reflecting on her life after the BBC replaced her Albert Square character with a different actress. Promising she's embarking on a fresh era, Danniella said: "Ok so this is what a few weeks of solitude and isolation working on yourself at home looks like.

RYLAN Clark was rushed to hospital this week with a mystery illness. The TV presenter, 33, revealed he is now back at home after “an extended stay”, but will not be on the radio tomorrow for the second week running.

Machine Gun Kelly hasn’t responded to an assault and battery lawsuit filed against him by a disabled parking lot attendant.In the complaint filed September 8, the attendant John Tilli alleged that Kelly (real name Colson Baker) pushed and threatened him while he was working. The lawsuit comes as last year, L.A.

Disgaea series of games, Disgaea 6 Complete, is coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and PC including all the DLC.Disgaea 6: Defiance Of Destiny initially came out as a Nintendo Switch exclusive back in June of last year, and since then has had a number of DLC packs added for characters and costumes. The strategy RPG which is the home of Prinny, NIS America’s beloved mascot, has now been around almost 20 years.The version coming to both PlayStation consoles and PC around Summer of this year will include all the DLC which has been produced since the exclusive Switch launch.

Activision Blizzard has confirmed that a sequel to Modern Warfare will be this year’s Call Of Duty. A new Warzone is also coming.The news was leaked earlier in the week via well-known leaker, Tom Henderson, on Twitter.

Bob Marley biopic.It was first announced back in 2018 that a biopic, produced by Ziggy Marley, was in the works, before Reinaldo Marcus Green, director of Oscar-nominated tennis drama King Richard, was revealed to be attached to the film last year.Ben-Adir, who most recently portrayed activist Malcolm X in One Night in Miami, will portray Marley in the as-yet-untitled film by Paramount Pictures.Speaking to Collider last year, director Green revealed that the film will focus on the making of Marley’s classic album ‘Exodus’ with The Wailers, which he recorded after moving to London following an unsuccessful assassination attempt in Jamaica.Of the Marley family’s input on the film, Green added: “Ziggy Marley is, right, my point of contact for the film, and producer on the project. So we’re full steam ahead.

Snoop Dogg has celebrated becoming the owner of Death Row Records by releasing new album ‘BODR’ AKA ‘Back On Death Row’ – check it out below.The 18-track record sees Snoop team up with the likes of DaBaby, Wiz Khalifa, The Game and Nas.Elsewhere on the record, the song ‘Crib Ya Enthusiasm’ samples Luciano Michelini’s ‘Frolic’ which is the theme tune to Curb Your Enthusiasm. Snoop Dogg has also released a video for the track, which sees him cruising around LA.

Ho99o9 have announced details of a new album, produced by Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and featuring Slipknot‘s Corey Taylor.‘SKIN’ will be released on March 11 via Barker’s DTA Records and is being previewed by its opening track ‘NUGE SNIGHT’, which you can hear below.The band first teased the new album last month, sharing the song ‘BATTERY NOT INCLUDED’. Of the new track and forthcoming album, the band’s theOGM said: “There’s only so much mental & physical affliction + oppression the human psyche can endure before they reach the pinnacle of no return.“I think we’ve all had our moments where we’re fed up, our mind isn’t rational, our eyesight is only seeing red &, within that sequence, emotions can get the best of us.”Watch the band’s new video for ‘NUGE SNIGHT’ below, alongside the tracklist for ‘SKIN’.1. ‘NUGE SNIGHT’2. ‘BATTERY NOT INCLUDED’3. ‘THE WORLD, THE FLESH, THE DEVIL’4. ‘BITE MY FACE’ Feat. COREY TAYLOR5. ‘SLO BREAD’ Feat. BUN B6. ‘PROTECT MY BITCH PT. 2’7. ‘…SPEAK OF THE DEVIL’8. ‘SKINHEAD’ Feat. SAUL WILLIAMS9. ‘LOWER THAN SCUM’10. ‘DEVIL AT THE CROSSROADS’11. ‘LIMITS’ Feat. JASIAH12. ‘DEAD OR ASLEEP’ Since releasing their debut album ‘United States Of Horror’ in 2017, Ho99o9 have shared multiple mixtapes – including 2020’s ‘Blurr’ – EPs and singles.

EMMERDALE star Aaron Anthony waved goodbye to the soap this week as his character Ellis Chapman headed to Australia. Viewers and characters alike were left in tears as Ellis joined his former flame Priya Sharma in a taxi to the airport before leaving for good. Actor Aaron, 28, quit the ITV soap in December following a race probe into two of its other leading stars.

POP Idol finalist Rosie Ribbons moved the judging panel to tears with her rendition of Mariah Carey hit Hero in 2001. The singer was a fresh-faced teen when she performed for the judges - but now looks totally different more than two decades on. Rosie, 39, featured in the same series as iconic Pop Idol winner Will Young and wound up in 6th place after weeks of competition.

8 out of 10 Cats do Contdown viewers were left in tears over Channel 4's tribute to Sean Lock. Co-star Jon Richardson was among those remembering the late comedian.

Oliver Hudson shared an update on his living situation on Friday and his mom, Goldie Hawn, won't be happy. The Nashville actor recently moved back in with Goldie and her partner, Kurt Russell, as his family home was remodeled. MORE: Goldie Hawn's son Oliver Hudson pays heartfelt tribute to famous momAt the time, Oliver said he wasn't sure he'd ever leave and teased that he, his wife, Erinn Bartlett, and their three children, would be there forever. WATCH: Oliver Hudson shares brilliant new video of famous mom However, that is not the case and his latest move is not going to please Goldie.  Speaking on PEOPLE Every Day podcast with host Janine Rubenstein, Oliver said: "My last night is tonight. Saturday, we move back into the house."While he said the timing was "perfect" so that he could celebrate the Super Bowl, he knows his mom's reaction wouldn't be so jovial.MORE: Oliver Hudson talks major family change he made that impacted his childrenMORE: Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell's unusual punishment to Oliver Hudson revealed"I actually go to the Super Bowl on Sunday," he added.

A gripping new crime documentary on Netflix has captivated viewers around the world as subscribers have been left astounded by the fraudulent actions of The Tinder Swindler, Simon Leviev.

published on Friday, the director opened up about the 2015 film, revealing that he initially wanted to cast a black actress as Sue Storm, but got «pushback» from the studio. The film was released by Fox, before the rights went to Disney.«There were a lot of controversial conversations that were had behind-the-scenes on that.

Anita Bennett editorJosh Trank says he wanted to cast a black actress as Sue Storm in the 2015 film Fantastic Four, but the studio vetoed his plan.The director recently discussed the casting of the superhero film during a virtual video interview with Geeks of Color. He told the outlet he had specific plans for the cast, but got “pushback” from the studio.“There were a lot of controversial conversations that were had behind-the-scenes on that.

Director Josh Trank got candid about working on Fantastic Four. The 36-year-old recently opened up to Geeks of Color about his time on the film, which hit theaters back in August 2015.

Jordan Moreau Josh Trank, director of the 2015 reboot of “Fantastic Four,” has revealed that he wanted to cast a Black actress as the superhero Sue Storm, but got “heavy pushback.”Kate Mara was cast as Sue Storm, a.k.a. the Invisible Woman, one of the founding members of the Fantastic Four along with her brother Johnny Storm, played by Michael B.

Geeks of Color released Friday. “When it came down to it, I found a lot of pretty heavy pushback on casting a black woman in that role.”Rooney Mara, who is white, wound up playing the invisibility-powered Sue Storm — and she was explained to be the adopted daughter of Reg E.

2015’s “Fantastic 4” added a twist of diversity by casting a Black actor, Michael B. Jordan, as Johnny Storm, a.k.a. the Human Torch, even though the character as originally conceived in Stan Lee’s iconic comic books was Caucasian.

Fantastic Four director Josh Trank has said he regrets not walking away from the movie after the studio wouldn’t let him cast a black actress in the role of Sue Storm.Speaking in a new interview, Trank explained that he experienced “a lot of pretty heavy pushback” when he fought to cast a black woman as the invisible superhero in the Marvel movie.“There were a lot of controversial conversations that were had behind the scenes on that,” he told Geeks Of Color. “I was mostly interested in a black Sue Storm, a black Johnny Storm, and a black Franklin Storm.“But also, when you’re dealing with a studio on a massive movie like that, everybody wants to keep an open mind to, like, who the big stars are going to be.

Dating back to the announcement that Jessica Alba was cast to play Sue Storm in the first “Fantastic Four” film from the early-‘00s to the time that Michael B. Jordan was cast as Johnny Storm in the 2015 reboot, there has always been controversy over the casting choices for the Fox franchise.

In this new post-COVID-19 world, we start to measure the “success” of a film differently when it’s released on VOD versus theatrical. We saw that Universal is already doing that when the studio discusses “Trolls World Tour.” And now, Vertical Entertainment, who partnered with Redbox Entertainment for the film’s distribution, is touting some pretty impressive numbers for its indie drama, “Capone,” which stars Tom Hardy and is directed by Josh Trank.