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  • ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ to Land on Disney+

    Scene from 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie.'
    Scene from ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie.’ Photo: AMC Theatres.

    Preview:

    • Taylor Swift’s hugely successful ‘Eras Tour’ film is headed to Disney+.
    • It’ll include five songs not heard on previous versions.
    • The movie will start streaming exclusively on the service from next month.

    It might not feature a 13 anywhere, but Taylor Swift has still found an impactful date for the news to break that her ‘Eras Tour’ concert film has found a new permanent home on streaming.

    Actually, it’s more Disney’s schedule than Swift, since the entertainment behemoth used the day of its investors’ earning call to announce that ‘The Eras Tour’ will be streaming exclusively on Disney+ from next month.

    Still, it marks the same day that Swift re-starts the tour, this time in Japan.

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    What was The Eras Tour?

    Scene from 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie.'
    Scene from ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie.’ Photo: AMC Theatres.

    It’s more accurate to say, “what *is* The Eras Tour?” given that it’s continuing around the world.

    After kicking off last year on March 17th in Glendale Arizona and taking in huge chunks of the States, the tour wrapped up its 2023 run in São Paulo, Brazil on November 26th.

    According to data from live music trade publication Pollstar, the tour has become the highest-grossing concert tour in history, becoming the first ever to make $1 billion. So successful was it that it earned more than the next two-highest ranked tours of the time combined (that would be Beyonce and Bruce Springsteen).

    The previous record holder was Elton John’s ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’ tour, which took years to accomplish that. So it’s less “goodbye Yellow Brick Road” and more, “Goodbye Elton John”…

    As for the movie, it has also been a big hit for Swift, earning $261.1 million worldwide since its release in theaters on October 13th last year. The singer-songwriter chose to bypass the studios for the theatrical release, striking a deal with theatre chain AMC that saw her pocket more of the profit.

    Related Article: Only Mad Love For ‘Taylor Swift: Eras Tour’ As It Dominates Weekend Box Office

    What will be new for the Disney+ release of ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’?

    Scene from 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie.'
    Scene from ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie.’ Photo: AMC Theatres.

    The new, Disney+ cut of the movie will feature five songs that didn’t show up in either the theatrical or video on demand release. We already know that “Cardigan” is one of them, but all involved are staying quiet as to the others.

    It’ll likely prove a boost for Disney’s streaming service, which saw a 1.3 million subscriber loss after it raised prices in the last year.

    Here’s what Disney boss Bob Iger had to say about the new release:

    “‘The Eras Tour’ has been a true phenomenon that has and continues to thrill fans around the world, and we are very excited to bring this electrifying concert to audiences wherever they are, exclusively on Disney+.”

    When will ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ land on Disney+

    Swifties (and anyone else who is interested) will be able to see the movie on Disney+ from March 15th.

    Scene from 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie.'
    Scene from ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie.’ Photo: AMC Theatres.

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  • Beyoncé to Release ‘Renaissance’ Concert Film

    If there’s one person who could claim as much cultural impact via their music and their life as Taylor Swift at the moment, it’s Beyoncé Knowles-Carter.

    So, somewhat naturally after having seen the success that Swift is enjoying with her ‘Eras Tour’ concert film even before it hits theaters, Beyoncé is readying ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’, a concert film based on her ‘Renaissance’ tour, and is taking on the same deal with AMC that Swift received.

    To give her credit, however, this is something that Beyoncé, who has a history of impressive concert films, has been cooking up for a while –– it’s the distribution plan that’s new.

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    What is the Renaissance Tour?

    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.
    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.

    The Renaissance World Tour is the ninth concert tour by Beyoncé. Her highest grossing tour to date, it was announced on February 1, 2023, in support of her seventh studio album, ‘Renaissance’.

    The all-stadium concert run began on May 10, 2023, in Stockholm, Sweden, and has just concluded this weekend in Kansas City, Missouri.

    The concert lasts between two and a half and three hours and is split into six or seven acts, with Beyoncé performing the tracks of ‘Renaissance’ in order, interspersed with songs from across her discography (much like Taylor’s tour). The stage consists of a giant screen with a large “portal” in its center, and features sculptures, robotic arms and ultraviolet technology.

    The tour broke ticket sales records worldwide and became the highest grossing tour ever by a female artist, achieving the two highest monthly tour-grosses in history.

    Related Article: Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ Concert Film Set to Dominate the World Via Global Release

    What will be in the film?

    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.
    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.

    Primarily filmed at Beyoncé’s Houston hometown, ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ will also feature highlights of the tour and, in true Beyoncé, snippets of more personal footage, including time with her family.

    “When I am performing, I am nothing but free,” Beyoncé says in the trailer over a montage of images from the road. “My goal for this tour was to create a place where everyone is free, and no one is judged.”

    What’s the deal with ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’?

    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.
    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.

    As with the Eras Tour, ‘Renaissance’ was offered up on auction to studios and streamers but has ended up striking a deal with cinema chain AMC.

    It’s something of a win-win for Beyoncé and the company, since the singer self-financed the film and will receive 50% of the worldwide profits when the movie is released.

    When can I see ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’?

    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.
    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.

    ‘Renaissance’ is currently lining up a December 1st release in theaters. Right now, its main competition is Jeff Nichols’ ‘The Bikeriders’ and the first film in years from John Woo, ‘Silent Night’. We’d be shocked if they didn’t move off the spot the same way ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ blinked when faced with the power of Swift.

    The experience will air Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, for a minimum of four weeks, with multiple showtimes programmed throughout the day. Tickets in the US for all standard showtimes will start at $22 plus tax; ‘Renaissance’ will also be available in IMAX at AMC and Dolby Cinema at AMC, and other branded premium large format screens.

    You can buy tickets from today at AMC’s site and globally from its sister companies.

    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.
    ‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce’ is scheduled to open in theaters on December 1st.

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  • Best Zendaya Movies

    ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home‘ star Zendaya has shown us many great performances in movies so far and we are excited about what is going to come. She will also be in ‘Dune: Part Two‘, which is set to be released on October 20, 2023.

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    Zendaya Movies

    ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home‘ (2021)

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    Marvel Studios

    Peter Parker is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life from the high-stakes of being a Super Hero. When he asks for help from Doctor Strange the stakes become even more dangerous, forcing him to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man.

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    ‘Lemonade‘ (2016)

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    The second “visual album” (a collection of short films) by Beyoncé, this time around she takes a piercing look at racial issues and feminist concepts through a sexualized, satirical, and solemn tone.

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    ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home‘ (2019)

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    Marvel Studios

    Peter Parker and his friends go on a summer trip to Europe. However, they will hardly be able to rest – Peter will have to agree to help Nick Fury uncover the mystery of creatures that cause natural disasters and destruction throughout the continent.

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    ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming‘ (2017)

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    Marvel Studios

    Following the events of Captain America: Civil War, Peter Parker, with the help of his mentor Tony Stark, tries to balance his life as an ordinary high school student in Queens, New York City, with fighting crime as his superhero alter ego Spider-Man as a new threat, the Vulture, emerges.

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    ‘Dune‘ (2021)

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    Legendary Pictures

    Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet’s exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence-a commodity capable of unlocking humanity’s greatest potential-only those who can conquer their fear will survive.

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    ‘Smallfoot‘ (2018)

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    Warner Bros. Pictures

    A bright young yeti finds something he thought didn’t exist—a human. News of this “smallfoot” throws the simple yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village.

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    ‘Malcolm & Marie‘ (2021)

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    Netflix

    As a filmmaker and his girlfriend return home from his movie premiere, smoldering tensions and painful revelations push them toward a romantic reckoning.

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    ‘The Greatest Showman‘ (2017)

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    The story of American showman P.T. Barnum, founder of the circus that became the famous traveling Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.

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    ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy‘ (2021)

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    Warner Animation Group

    When LeBron and his young son Dom are trapped in a digital space by a rogue A.I., LeBron must get them home safe by leading Bugs, Lola Bunny and the whole gang of notoriously undisciplined Looney Tunes to victory over the A.I’s digitized champions on the court: a powered-up roster of professional basketball stars as you’ve never seen them before. It’s Tunes versus Goons in the highest-stakes challenge of his life, that will redefine LeBron’s bond with his son and shine a light on the power of being yourself. The ready-for-action Tunes destroy convention, supercharge their unique talents and surprise even ‘King’ James by playing the game their own way.

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  • Watch the trailer for Beyoncé’s latest film ‘Black Is King’

    Watch the trailer for Beyoncé’s latest film ‘Black Is King’

    Disney+ just released a new trailer for Beyoncé’s upcoming film ‘Black Is King,’ which will be available on the streaming service on July 31. This new film (also called a “visual album”) is based on last year’s album “The Lion King: The Gift,” a studio album curated by Beyoncé that was inspired by music from the 2019 film. The album featured appearances from her husband Jay-Z, daughter Blue Ivy Carter, as well as guest spots from Kendrick Lamar, Childish Gambino, and Pharrell Williams, among others.

    Jay-Z and Williams will appear in this upcoming film, as will some other big stars, such as Naomi Campbell and Lupita Nyong’o.

    The new movie will update the 2019 version of ‘The Lion King’ for “today’s young kings and queens in search of their own crowns,” according to the official synopsis.

    ‘Black Is King’ will be available on Disney+ on July 31.

  • Watch Beyoncé’s Music Video for New ‘Lion King’ Original Song ‘Spirit’

    Watch Beyoncé’s Music Video for New ‘Lion King’ Original Song ‘Spirit’

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    Can you feel the love tonight (and all nights and days) for Beyoncé? Yes, from the rapturous reception the superstar singer got for the music video for her new “Lion King” original song, “Spirit.”

    The video, which debuted during an ABC primetime special Tuesday night, features stunning visuals — and a buzzy cameo by Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy.

    “Spirit” is the first track from the compilation album “The Lion King: The Gift,” which was produced and curated by Beyoncé. It features songs by Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, Childish Gambino, Pharrell, and more, and will be released Friday, July 19.

    “Each song was written to reflect the film’s storytelling that gives the listener a chance to imagine their own imagery, while listening to a new contemporary interpretation,” Beyoncé said in a statement about the album.

    As for “Spirit,” Beyoncé wrote and produced the song along with IIya Salmanzadeh and Timothy McKenzie.

  • Listen to Beyoncé’s New ‘Lion King’ Song ‘Spirit,’ First Track From New Album Inspired by Movie

    Listen to Beyoncé’s New ‘Lion King’ Song ‘Spirit,’ First Track From New Album Inspired by Movie

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    All hail Queen Bey, Grammy winner … and maybe future Oscar winner?

    Beyoncé not only is starring in Disney’s upcoming remake of “The Lion King” as Nala, she created a new song for the movie.

    Last night, the singer/actress release that song, “Spirit.” And that’s not all! It is the first single from a new album, “The Lion King: The Gift,” which will drop alongside the movie next week.

    (This album is separate from the film soundtrack.)

    The album was produced and curated by Beyoncé, who said in a statement: “Each song was written to reflect the film’s storytelling that gives the listener a chance to imagine their own imagery, while listening to a new contemporary interpretation.”

    As for “Spirit,” Beyoncé wrote and produced the song along with IIya Salmanzadeh and Timothy McKenzie. It carries both melodic and lyrical themes from the original 1994 movie, including talking winds, gathering stars and opening heavens.

    It’s only July and the Best Original Song Oscar race may already be in the bag.

    “The Lion King” — which is already receiving rave reviews — opens July 19.

  • Beyonce, Donald Glover, and ‘The Lion King’ Cast Face Their Characters in New Photos

    Beyonce, Donald Glover, and ‘The Lion King’ Cast Face Their Characters in New Photos

    Disney

    Disney fans have already seen the impressive trailers, heard some of the soaring songs, and geeked out over the A-list cast of the upcoming live-action remake of “The Lion King.” And now, audiences can ogle some gorgeous new character portraits from the film, featuring the stars alongside their onscreen animated alter egos.

    Director Jon Favreau shared the images on social media on Tuesday, with the photos serving as yet another reminder of both the flick’s beautiful animation, as well as its insanely famous ensemble.

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    The featured actors and their characters are: Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala; Donald Glover as Simba; Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, and John Oliver as Pumbaa, Timon, and Zazu; Alfre Woodard as Sarabi; Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar; Keegan-Michael Key, Florence Kasumba, and Eric André as Kamari, Shenzi, and Azizi; and JD McCrary and Shahadi Wright Joseph as Young Simba and Young Nala. (Curiously, only James Earl Jones, who’s reprising his role as Mufasa, is missing from the lineup.)

    Favreau led off his post with the Beyoncé portrait, and it’s not hard to see why: Queen Bey looks positively regal as the lioness; as her own self, she’s even more resplendent.

    “The Lion King” roars into theaters on July 19.

  • ‘Lion King’ Soundtrack Revealed, With Two New Surprises

    ‘Lion King’ Soundtrack Revealed, With Two New Surprises

    Disney

    With the upcoming “Lion King” remake just weeks away from opening, Disney is further stoking anticipation by unveiling the soundtrack listing.

    The original animated classic boasted some of the most memorable movie musical tunes of all time, including several songs written by Elton John, like “Can You Feel the Love Tonight?” That song will now be remade with stars Donald Glover and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter in the roles of Simba and Nala.

    The new soundtrack — which drops July 11 — features a new original song by Elton John and Tim Rice, titled “Never Too Late.” Since John performs it himself, it seems likely it will play over the end credits and vie for the Best Original Song Oscar.

    There is also mystery around Track 14, which simply reads “TBA.” There was a rumor that Beyonce would since “Shadowland,” a soaring anthem sung by Nala in the Broadway version of “The Lion King.”

    Director Jon Favreau told Fandango, “There’s a song that [Beyonce] performed and wrote in the spirit of the production along with working with Lebo M., who’s part of it with Hans Zimmer. They were all collaborating with her and helping to bring this new piece of music into a film where there’s already a very established musical personality to the piece.”

    Here’s the full track list for “The Lion King.” The movie opens in theaters July 19.

    1. “Circle of Life”/“Nants’ Ingonyama” – Performed by Lindiwe Mkhize; African vocals performed by Lebo M; written and composed by Elton John and Tim Rice; “Nants’ Ingonyama” written by Lebohang Morake and Hans Zimmer; produced by Hans Zimmer; vocals produced by Stephen Lipson
    2. “Life’s Not Fair” – Hans Zimmer
    3. “Rafiki’s Fireflies” – Hans Zimmer
    4. “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” – Performed by JD McCrary, Shahadi Wright Joseph and John Oliver; written by Elton John and Tim Rice; produced by Pharrell Williams; co-produced by Stephen Lipson
    5. “Elephant Graveyard” – Hans Zimmer
    6. “Be Prepared” (2019 Version) – Performed by Chiwetel Ejiofor; written by Elton John and Tim Rice; produced by Hans Zimmer and David Fleming
    7. “Stampede” – Hans Zimmer
    8. “Scar Takes the Throne” – Hans Zimmer
    9. “Hakuna Matata” – Performed by Billy Eichner, Seth Rogen, JD McCrary and Donald Glover; written by Elton John and Tim Rice; produced by Pharrell Williams; co-produced by Stephen Lipson
    10. “Simba is Alive!” – Hans Zimmer
    11. “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” – Performed by Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen; written by Luigi Creatore, Hugo Peretti, George David Weiss and Solomon Linda; produced by Pharrell Williams
    12. “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” – Performed by Beyoncé, Donald Glover, Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen; written by Elton John and Tim Rice; produced by Pharrell Williams; co-produced by Stephen Lipson
    13. “Reflections of Mufasa” – Hans Zimmer
    14. TBA
    15. “Battle for Pride Rock” – Hans Zimmer
    16. “Remember” – Hans Zimmer
    17. “Never Too Late” – Performed by Elton John; African vocal and choir arrangements created and produced by Lebo M; written by Elton John and Tim Rice; produced by Greg Kurstin; additional production by Elton John and Matt Still
    18. “He Lives in You” – Performed by Lebo M; written by Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin and Lebohang Morake; produced by Lebo M and Mark Mancina
    19. “Mbube” – Performed by Lebo M; African vocal and choir arrangements created and produced by Lebo M; written by Solomon Linda; produced by Pharrell Williams
  • Hear Beyoncé as Nala in New ‘Lion King’ Teaser

    Hear Beyoncé as Nala in New ‘Lion King’ Teaser

    Disney

    Queen Bey is set to become Queen Nala in the upcoming remake of Disney animated classic “The Lion King,” and now, audiences have their first clear look — and listen — at the superstar in action.

    A new teaser for the flick, released this week, features the first extended footage of Beyoncé (billed as Beyoncé Knowles-Carter) playing the role of Nala, the fierce lioness who was once Simba’s (Donald Glover) childhood BFF. While other clips and trailers have shown snippets of the character, this is the first time we hear her speak — and Bey is, in a word, flawless.

    Beyoncé’s commanding delivery is a natural fit with Nala’s impassioned plea for Simba to return to Pride Rock, and “take [his] place as king.” By the time the clip ends with her imploring Simba to “come home,” you’ll be ready to get in formation with her, too.

    The rest of the teaser offers another look at Billy Eichner‘s Timon and Seth Rogen‘s Pumbaa (who also seem perfectly cast in the roles), as well as a glimpse of Simba’s climactic showdown with Scar (Chiwetel Ejiofor). We seriously can’t wait to see this entire movie.

    “The Lion King” roars into theaters on July 19.

  • New ‘Lion King’ Trailer Sends Simba Into the Wild to Complete the Circle of Life

    New ‘Lion King’ Trailer Sends Simba Into the Wild to Complete the Circle of Life

    Disney

    All hail the new king.

    Disney released a new, full-length trailer for its “live action” remake of “The Lion King.” It shows off more of the incredible photorealistic CGI that director Jon Favreau uses to update the 1994 classic.

    The trailer’s footage confirms that the new version will recreate scenes from the original, including the Mufasa (James Earl Jones) and Simba (Donald Glover) surveying their savannah kingdom; the stampede engineer by scheming Scar (Chiwetel Ejiofor); and Simba embarking on his coming-of-age journey.

    We also get a glimpse of Nala (Beyoncé) and even hear Pumbaa the warthog (Seth Rogen) and meerkat Timon (Billy Eichner) starting to sing the “The Lion Sleeps Tonight.”

    “The Lion King” opens in theaters July 19.