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  • James Gunn’s ‘Suicide Squad’ Adds ‘Pitch Perfect 2’ Star Flula Borg

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    The squad keeps expanding: James Gunn‘s upcoming “Suicide Squad” flick has added another cast member.

    Deadline has the scoop that Flula Borg is the latest star to join the ever-growing ensemble of the DC villains feature. Borg — a German actor, DJ, YouTube star, and comedian who is best known to U.S. audiences for his part as one the Bellas’ international a cappella rivals in “Pitch Perfect 2” — will reportedly be playing a love interest to one of the film’s characters, though Deadline says that not much else is known about the role at this time.

    Borg’s comedic sensibilities mesh well with Gunn’s offbeat aesthetic, which Gunn showcased in his breakout film, Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy.” DC is undoubtedly hoping that the filmmaker’s signature wit and quirk can breathe new life into “The Suicide Squad,” which faltered with fans and critics alike on its first attempt at a film in 2016.

    With the cast so far, it looks like Gunn is doing just that. In addition to Borg, other newcomers to the franchise include Idris Elba (reportedly playing a new villain), “A Wrinkle in Time” star Storm Reid (playing Elba’s character’s daughter), “Ant-Man” star David Dastmalchian (playing Polka-Dot Man), Gunn’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” star Dave Bautista (rumored to be playing Peacemaker), newcomer Daniela Melchior (playing Ratcatcher), and John Cena. Returning stars from the original include  Margot Robbie, Jai Courtney, Joel Kinnaman, and Viola Davis.

    “The Suicide Squad” is due to storm theaters on August 6, 2021.

    [via: Deadline]

  • Elizabeth Banks May Direct New ‘Charlie’s Angels’

     

    banksHot off the success of “Pitch Perfect 2,” Elizabeth Banks is in talks to direct and produce a new “Charlie’s Angels” film, according to The Wrap.

    The hit 1970s TV series that made stars of Farrah Fawcett, Cheryl Ladd and Kate Jackson reached the big screen in 2000 in a movie starring Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore and Lucy Liu. It was followed by a less-successful sequel “Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle” and a short-lived TV series with Minka Kelly.

    There’s no word on what direction the reboot movie would take or who might play the crime-fighting lovelies who report to an unseen Charlie. Banks, one of the most sought-after directors in Hollywood, also has reportedly been in talks to direct an adaptation of the YA novel “Red Queen.”

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  • 19 Times Anna Kendrick Charmed the Pants Off of Everyone

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    Anna Kendrick is unapologetically hilarious and we love her for it! She’s one of those rare celebs that you can’t really make fun of, because she’s so good at making fun of herself. So, it’s no surprise that everyone is a bit obsessed with her and her onscreen alter-ego in “Pitch Perfect 2.” And by a bit obsessed, we mean totally fangirling over her constantly.

    In a world of perfectly poised celebrities, Anna Kendrick stands out thanks to her relatable sense of humor and what seems like a complete lack of shame — we can’t get enough.

    So, without further ado, here are the 19 times Anna Kendrick was downright delightful. You’re welcome.

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