Guillermo Del Toro on 'The Hobbit': 'We are all in sync and eager to move forward'

ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: So where do things stand with you directingThe Hobbit? But other than that, frankly its all immaterial until everything is signed and put on paper. Is the folding ofNew Line Cinema into Warner Bros. holding things up? But the fact is [the movie is] a huge endeavor. Its about a half-a-decade of commitment. Its two movies back-to-back that are massive. So a lot has to be sorted out....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 227 words · Joshua Farmer

Guillermo del Toro to direct new stop-motionPinocchiofor Netflix

They are both about creatures that are created and then get lost in a world they dont understand. And they are both journeys of understanding, and journeys of evolution of the spirit. It deals with ideas that are relevant to everyone, to all mankind in a way. Credit: Stephane Cardinale/Corbis/Getty Images; Everett Collection What Im going for is a PG-13 more adolescent, more teenage. I hesitate to say just darker, because its notjustdarker....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 137 words · William Hale

Guillermo del Toro'sNightmare Alleyconfirms cast, reveals plot details

theCate Blanchettcarny movie, a.k.a. the next film from Oscar-winningThe Shape of WaterdirectorGuillermo del Toro has officially begun filming this week in Toronto. That means we now have a confirmed cast list and official plot specifics. Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images; George Pimentel/Getty Images; Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images Blanchett, obviously, is in the movie. (Its the Cate Blanchett carny movie, after all! )A Star Is BornsBradley Cooperwas also previously reported for a leading role, having replacedLeonardo DiCapriowho was circling....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Eric Fox

Guillermo del Toro'sNightmare Alleymarks a stark shift for director: 'No supernatural'

Just a straight, really dark story. That, in a nutshell, is why his fans will find this new development interesting. The 54-year-old continues to be a prominent voice in supernatural stories. Credit: John Phillips/Getty Images; Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock All the films he has directed have had some sort of magical or science-fiction twist to them. In my short films, I wanted to do noir. It was horror and noir, Del Toro said....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 102 words · Lisa Smith

Guillermo del Toro'sPinocchiorounds out cast with Cate Blanchett, Tilda Swinton, more

Newcomer Gregory Mann will voice the starring role, while Harry Potter’s Filch actor David Bradley voices Geppetto. When you wish upon a star, you get a lot more stars in return. Such is the case with directorGuillermo del Toro’s stop-motion animatedPinocchiofilm for Netflix. Credit: Andreas Rentz/Getty Images; Taylor Hill/FilmMagic; Dominique Charriau/Getty Images Del Toro directsPinocchiowithFantastic Mr. Fox’s Mark Gustafson. He also co-wrote the script with Patrick McHale. And they are both journeys of understanding, and journeys of evolution of the spirit....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 121 words · Jean Turner

Guilty Pleasures FINAL: Phish (16) vs. George Michael/Wham (6)

Polls will stay open through the weekend. PHISH Phish defeated Barry Manilow in the quarterfinals. If jamming scares you, then Phishs music will be harder to take. So what would a mental health professional say? George Michael defeated the Backstreet Boys in the quarterfinals. Id post the clip but theres some naughty business that might render me unemployed after I hit send. YouTube it, people. So George Michael gets cool points for having a laugh at his own expense....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Rachel Shannon

Guilty Pleasures, Round Two: Hall & Oates (6) vs. Journey (3)

They now face a formidable foe can the sort of devotion that inspiresHalloween costumescarry them through? Hall & Oates all the way. Lolita Hall and Oates are only beating Poison by about 20%? Thats what is wrong with America. And the pseudo mullet/fro and mustache combo=magic. I dont get this one. Whats wrong with Journey? Im not embarrassed to say that at all. Jill I just love Journey, Steve Perry is the ultimate voice that I could listen to everyday!...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · Corey Jones

Guitarist John Frusciante returning to the Red Hot Chili Peppers after 10 years

The gang is getting back together again. Famed guitaristJohn Frusciantehas rejoined theRed Hot Chili Peppers, the band announced via Instagram on Sunday. He will replace Josh Klinghoffer, who took over Frusciantes role as the bands lead guitarist 10 years ago. John Shearer/WireImage Josh is a beautiful musician who we respect and love, the Red Hot Chili Peppers wrote on Instagram. We are deeply grateful for our time with him, and the countless gifts he shared with us....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 100 words · Francisco Rasmussen

Guitarist Ty Segall explains why his new albumFirst Tastedoesn't have a single guitar

Its hard to picture Ty Segall without a guitar strap over his shoulder. The guy is known for his room-rattling chords, eclectic pedal tones, and lip-smacking solos. Therefore, its shocking that his new albumFirst Tastedoesnt contain a single guitar note. Credit: Denée Segall Its still a loud, raucous, freewheeling rock adventure that sounds like a Ty Segall album. Fans of your music know youre a guitarist through and through. But theres not a single guitar on this album....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 586 words · Sydney Holden

Guns N' Roses confirm CD release

Guns N Roses have announced that they will release their new album,Chinese Democracynext month. Great art sometimes takes time, Gould said. so they can make their numbers. Credit: Scott Gries/Getty Images I havent heard the final mastering, says current GNR guitarist Ron Bumblefoot Thal. I was supposed to meet up with them this week and listen. Im a bit curious, you know? But truthfully, theres some great songs. Its a beautiful record....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 271 words · Zachary Roach

Gunther and Janice actors recall iconicFriendscatchphrases, bleached hair, and more

They were just as instrumental in keeping us tuned in week after week. At the top of the page it said fast-talking New Yorker. But then they had me back and I did it again and then they gave me the job. NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images; NBC So, it really worked. So I showed up the next day as an extra. They called me coffee guy. The first line that I had was Yeah....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 449 words · Isaiah King

Guru's family releases statement: 'Our hearts are broken by the loss of someone we loved so much'

Read the full statement below. Our hearts are broken by the loss of someone we loved so much. GURU was devoted to his young son, who will most keenly feel his absence. Credit: Dalle/Mielniczek/Landov GURU suffered from multiple myeloma for over a year. Accrued complications from this illness led to respiratory failure and cardiac arrest. As a result, GURU was in a coma from mid February until his death and never regained consciousness....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Danny Rowe

Gus Kenworthy dresses up inAmerican Horror Storycostars' costumes for some Halloween fun

Yep, even THAT Matthew Morrison one! American Horror Story: 1984starGus Kenworthyreallygot into the Halloween spirit this year. HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! Kurt Iswarienko/FX Kenworthy captioned the snaps, which you’re free to scroll through below. The show airs Wednesdays on FX at 10 p.m. Gus Kenworthy/Instagram Gus Kenworthy/Instagram Gus Kenworthy/Instagram

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 47 words · Daryl Johnson