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Zootopia 2 movie review: Jason Bateman and Ginnifer Goodwin lead a brilliant ensemble in sharp and high-energy sequel

Zootopia 2 movie review: Jason Bateman and Ginnifer Goodwin lead a brilliant ensemble in sharp and high-energy sequel

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Cast: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Ke Huy Quan, Fortune Feimster, Andy Samberg, David Strathairn, Idris Elba, Shakira Directors: Jared Bush, Byron Howard Rating: ★★★ Nearly a decade after Zootopia redefined what an animated family film could say about society under the guise of adorable talking animals, Disney returns to the metropolis where predators and prey coexist under carefully maintained harmony. The world has changed since 2016, and so has Zootopia, but the instinct that made the original resonate remains firmly intact. A still from Zootopia 2 Set after the events of the first film, the story reunites rabbit officer Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) and her unlikely police partner, the once-scam-artist-now-cop fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman). Still part of ZPD under the stern but strangely endearing Chief Bogo (Idris Elba), the duo finds themselves pulled into a new investigation after an incident involving a snake sparks suspicion. Their case soon leads them to a grand gala hosted by the city’s founding lynx family, and what begins as a simple theft spirals into a conspiracy that threatens …

Justin Bateman Calls Prince Harry And Meghan Markle ‘No Better Than Ambulance Chasers’ Amid Couple Supporting Families During L.A. Fires

Justin Bateman Calls Prince Harry And Meghan Markle ‘No Better Than Ambulance Chasers’ Amid Couple Supporting Families During L.A. Fires

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Justine Bateman is annoyed with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after they stepped out on a rescue mission to help those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires. The director-filmmaker took to her X account to slam the former royals, calling them “no better than ambulance chasers.” Bateman also labeled the Duke and Duchess as “disaster tourists.” On her social media account, the Family Ties star wrote: “What a repulsive ‘photo op’ they achieved. They are ‘touring the damage’? Are they politicians now?” She further added: “They don’t live here; they are tourists. Disaster tourists. #PalisadesFire.” The filmmaker also shared a video of Markle and Prince Harry on X, where the couple can be seen extending help at the convention center in Pasadena. ALSO READ: “I Don’t Remember a Time….’: Justine Bateman Expresses How She Is Frustrated Over Cancel Culture On the contrary, Mayor Victor M. Gordo expressed admiration for the Duke and Duchess during an interview with the media channel Fox 11. He said, “It’s great people, great personalities, and great hearts for them to come …

RHOSLC Cast Explode On Britani Bateman After Catching Her Recording Them: “This Is Indefensible”

RHOSLC Cast Explode On Britani Bateman After Catching Her Recording Them: “This Is Indefensible”

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RHOSLC Cast Confronts Britani Bateman (Photo Credit – Instagram) The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City has returned with a new episode after a brief holiday break. The popular reality series saw an explosive fight between the cast members, which resulted in accusations and a brutal war of words. Previous wounds and triggers came out front and center when the situation escalated to the others’ total disbelief. It started with something Britani Bateman did, and the others, including Lisa Barlow, Angie Katsanevas, Meredith Marks, Whitney Rose, and Heather Gay, got involved when they found out what was happening. Here’s what happened and how the rest of the cast members reacted. Angie Katsanevas Catches Britani Bateman Recording Them During the latest episode of RHOSLC, Angie spotted Britani recording on her phone, but she quickly turned it off. The former asked her why she was recording and said, “Turn the f*cking phone off. With people arguing in the back.” The latter claimed that she was trying to send her daughter a video, but the lie did not …

“I Don’t Remember a Time….’: Justine Bateman Expresses How She Is Frustrated Over Cancel Culture

“I Don’t Remember a Time….’: Justine Bateman Expresses How She Is Frustrated Over Cancel Culture

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Justine Bateman has her share of words to express about what she feels about cancel culture. Making a recent appearance on a talk show, the filmmaker opened up about a trend that had begun back when Donald Trump won in 2016.  Talking to Megyn Kelly in a pre-recorded interview, Justine Bateman stated, “I don’t remember a time in my career where there was an absence of criticism of me.” For those who are a big fan of Bateman and The Megyn Kelly Show, this conversation will be aired on SiriusXM next Thursday.  During the discussion with the host, the In the Eyes of a Stranger actress went on to add  that in her life there has always been a person or two—and I say that sarcastically, like more than one person—who’s got a problem with me.”  Bateman then continued that it may be her presence that irritates people around her, or maybe they think that she has done something to her face.  Talking about a previous event, when she had stated, “decompressing from walking on …

Austin Butler to play Patrick Bateman in Luca Guadagnino’s new adaptation of American Psycho | Hollywood

Austin Butler to play Patrick Bateman in Luca Guadagnino’s new adaptation of American Psycho | Hollywood

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Dec 12, 2024 10:41 AM IST Hollywood heartthrob Austin Butler is set to star as Patrick Bateman, which previously played by Christian Bale, in American Psycho. Luca Guadagnino is set to entertain the audience with his new interpretation of the Bret Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel American Psycho. According to Variety, Hollywood heartthrob Austin Butler has landed the iconic and unsettling role of Patrick Bateman in the film. Austin Butler to play Patrick Bateman in American Psycho which was originally played by Christian Bale. (Also Read: Austin Butler on playing the ‘ugly and bald’ Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen in Dune: Part Two: ‘I based him on animals’) Luca Guadagnino’s American Psycho not a remake The film will not be a remake of the 2000 film, which starred Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman, but a new adaptation of Ellis’ novel. According to the report, Guadagnino, who is best known for Call Me by Your Name, Challengers and most recently Queer, will bring a new take on the book which could have a larger erotic emphasis than the original horror …

Carry-On: Jason Bateman Reveals The Surprising Human Side Of Villain Who Plans To Blow Up A Plane In His New Airport Action-Thriller

Carry-On: Jason Bateman Reveals The Surprising Human Side Of Villain Who Plans To Blow Up A Plane In His New Airport Action-Thriller

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Netflix is coming up with a new action thriller, Carry-On, that has a grand star cast including Taron Egerton, Sinqua Walls as well as Jason Bateman. While Bateman plays the character of a mysterious antagonist in the movie, he recently opened up, talking about his role.  During a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, the Game Night actor stated, “I’m not some hardened criminal-looking kind of guy, so I’m glad they didn’t want me to play him like that.” Bateman expressed himself during the Thursday night premiere of the film, which was held at the Egyptian Theater.  Further talking to the outlet, the actor from Horrible Bosses went on to add, “They let me do it as just a guy and this is just his job.” Shedding light on the villain from Carry-On Jason Bateman then mentioned that he plans to blow up a plane, “move on to the next thing” and go home to celebrate the Christmas holiday.  In the movie, Jason Bateman plays the role of a man who is trying to blackmail a …