"There was a promise in America - if you're strong enough, if you're tough enough, you can make what's out there yours." Warner Bros has debuted a 60-second promo trailer for Horizon: An American Saga from actor / filmmaker Kevin Costner announcing that tickets are now on sale for this release. The first movie in this two-part epic will open in theaters at the end of June this summer. Go see it on the big screen! The two-part western saga chronicles a multi-faceted, 15-year span of pre-and post-Civil War expansion and settlement of the American West. The massive ensemble cast for Horizon: An American Saga includes tons of actors: Costner, Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Jena Malone, Abbey Lee, Danny Huston, Luke Wilson, Giovanni Ribisi, Michael Rooker, Isabelle Fuhrman, Jeff Fahey, Will Patton, Owen Crow Shoe, Tatanka Means, Ella Hunt, Will Patton, Thomas Haden Church, Dale Dickey, and Jamie Campbell Bower, among many others.
- 6/12/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Exclusive: Director Cameron Van Hoy has entered production on The Prince, a new feature drama penned by Pulitzer Prize winner and Oscar nominee David Mamet. Scott Haze (Old Henry) leads a starry ensemble that also includes Nicolas Cage (Pig), J.K. Simmons (Whiplash), Giancarlo Esposito (Parish) and Andy Garcia (Ocean’s Eleven).
The Prince chronicles an addict’s tumultuous odyssey through the high-stakes world of power, pleasure, and pain on a transformative journey toward recovery.
While unconfirmed, we’re told by multiple sources close to the project that the lead character Parker, played by Haze, is inspired at least in part by Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, whose abuse of drugs and alcohol is well documented — including in his 2021 memoir Beautiful Things — and who was found guilty Tuesday in Delaware of three felony counts related to the purchase of a gun in 2018.
Mamet alluded to his work on...
The Prince chronicles an addict’s tumultuous odyssey through the high-stakes world of power, pleasure, and pain on a transformative journey toward recovery.
While unconfirmed, we’re told by multiple sources close to the project that the lead character Parker, played by Haze, is inspired at least in part by Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, whose abuse of drugs and alcohol is well documented — including in his 2021 memoir Beautiful Things — and who was found guilty Tuesday in Delaware of three felony counts related to the purchase of a gun in 2018.
Mamet alluded to his work on...
- 6/12/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
At 69 years of age, Kevin Costner leads by example in Hollywood in terms of his acting range and command of the skills. The veteran actor has acted, produced, and even directed several productions across various genres.
Famed for his gravitating on-screen persona, he has held commanding roles both as a lead and as a supporting member of the cast, with his versatility ranging from Waterworld and The Untouchables to Field of Dreams and Man of Steel.
Kevin Costner arrives on the red carpet for a screening of the film Hidden Figures | Joel Kowsky for Wikimedia Commons
The actor’s true merit and passion, however, are truly reflected in dramas that deal with the Wild West. A prime highlight of his career, Yellowstone, also pertains to this geography and period of time, allowing Costner to shine in the role and absolutely dominate with his acting masterclass.
Yet, as unfortunate as fate would have it,...
Famed for his gravitating on-screen persona, he has held commanding roles both as a lead and as a supporting member of the cast, with his versatility ranging from Waterworld and The Untouchables to Field of Dreams and Man of Steel.
Kevin Costner arrives on the red carpet for a screening of the film Hidden Figures | Joel Kowsky for Wikimedia Commons
The actor’s true merit and passion, however, are truly reflected in dramas that deal with the Wild West. A prime highlight of his career, Yellowstone, also pertains to this geography and period of time, allowing Costner to shine in the role and absolutely dominate with his acting masterclass.
Yet, as unfortunate as fate would have it,...
- 6/11/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Take a look at more footage from Oscar winning director Kevin Costner’s new 4-part movie series "Horizon: An American Saga", rated 'R' for "violence, nudity and sexuality," chronicling a 15-year span of pre-and post-'Civil War' settlement of the ‘American Old West’, releasing June 28, 2024 (Chapter 1) and August 16, 2024 (Chapter 2) in theaters:
"A lot of times we measure ourselves against other generations," said Costner about his new film series.
"I think about what was at stake. How did people survive? There's a rawness and an unpredictability about it. I'm haunted by that."
Costner, in addition to directing, stars in "Horizon", alongside his son Hayes Costner, who plays the young Costner.
Cast also includes Sienna Miller…
]…Sam Worthington, Jamie Campbell Bower, Luke Wilson, Thomas Haden Church, Michael Rooker, Jena Malone, Isabelle Fuhrman, Alejandro Edda...
...Tatanka Means, Tom Payne, Abbey Lee, Wasé Chief, Tim Guinee, Michael Angarano…
....Jon Beavers, Glynn Turman, Kathleen Quinlan, Giovanni Ribisi…...
"A lot of times we measure ourselves against other generations," said Costner about his new film series.
"I think about what was at stake. How did people survive? There's a rawness and an unpredictability about it. I'm haunted by that."
Costner, in addition to directing, stars in "Horizon", alongside his son Hayes Costner, who plays the young Costner.
Cast also includes Sienna Miller…
]…Sam Worthington, Jamie Campbell Bower, Luke Wilson, Thomas Haden Church, Michael Rooker, Jena Malone, Isabelle Fuhrman, Alejandro Edda...
...Tatanka Means, Tom Payne, Abbey Lee, Wasé Chief, Tim Guinee, Michael Angarano…
....Jon Beavers, Glynn Turman, Kathleen Quinlan, Giovanni Ribisi…...
- 6/11/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Wake up, a new Daniel Craig haircut photo just dropped!
Rian Johnson marked the first day of filming on “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” by sharing a first look photo of star Daniel Craig as private detective Benoit Blanc. Blanc is sporting a longer, shaggier haircut than he ever has before. He looks a little like Charles Dance, don’t you think?
Aaaaand we’re off! Today is day 1 of shooting on the next Benoit Blanc mystery “Wake Up Dead Man” – see you on the other side. pic.twitter.com/Napfvq1zXT
— Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) June 10, 2024
The third “Knives Out” film is shooting in London, though the setting is undisclosed. In addition to Craig, the star-studded cast includes Josh Brolin (“Outer Range”), Josh O’Connor (“Challengers”), Cailee Spaeny (“Civil War”), Andrew Scott (“Ripley”), Kerry Washington (“Scandal”), Glenn Close (“Hillbilly Elegy”), Jeremy Renner (“Mayor of Kingstown”), and Mila Kunis (“Luckiest Girl Alive”), Daryl McCormack,...
Rian Johnson marked the first day of filming on “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” by sharing a first look photo of star Daniel Craig as private detective Benoit Blanc. Blanc is sporting a longer, shaggier haircut than he ever has before. He looks a little like Charles Dance, don’t you think?
Aaaaand we’re off! Today is day 1 of shooting on the next Benoit Blanc mystery “Wake Up Dead Man” – see you on the other side. pic.twitter.com/Napfvq1zXT
— Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) June 10, 2024
The third “Knives Out” film is shooting in London, though the setting is undisclosed. In addition to Craig, the star-studded cast includes Josh Brolin (“Outer Range”), Josh O’Connor (“Challengers”), Cailee Spaeny (“Civil War”), Andrew Scott (“Ripley”), Kerry Washington (“Scandal”), Glenn Close (“Hillbilly Elegy”), Jeremy Renner (“Mayor of Kingstown”), and Mila Kunis (“Luckiest Girl Alive”), Daryl McCormack,...
- 6/10/2024
- by Liam Mathews
- Gold Derby
After ruling the film industry, Kevin Costner recently took television by storm thanks to Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone. Now, he is all set to return to the big screens and this time, it will be with his very own saga. Horizon: An American Saga is not just two or three films; it is a four-part American epic Western. Not only do the films star Kevin Costner in the lead role, but he has also directed, produced, and co-written them. Talk about an all-in-one deal!
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone | Paramount Network
The saga did not come easy. Kevin Costner had been pitching his idea to studios for a long time but he was always greeted with pushback. But that didn’t mean that the actor was going to give up on his dream project. He decided to take things into his own hands. Despite failing a few times before, he was...
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone | Paramount Network
The saga did not come easy. Kevin Costner had been pitching his idea to studios for a long time but he was always greeted with pushback. But that didn’t mean that the actor was going to give up on his dream project. He decided to take things into his own hands. Despite failing a few times before, he was...
- 6/8/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
After critics ate ‘Horizon’ up and spit it out following its Cannes premiere, a source has revealed that Kevin Costner has turned his hopes towards ‘Yellowstone’ fans making the show a big success.
Kevin Costner – Doesn’t Think ‘Horizon’ Is A Failure Yet Despite Poor Reviews From Multiple Critics
After spending over two hours watching the first part of ‘Horizon,’ critics rarely had good things to say about the Western drama exploring the westward US expansion and the conflicts that arose as a result.
The Hollywood Reporter called it a “clumsy slog” with “messy plot threads.” IndieWire declared it to be the “dullest cinematic vanity project of the century.” For Vanity Fair, it was the “biggest American boondoggle at this year’s Cannes,” whilst others wrote it off as “a chore to sit through.”
While this is disappointing for a project Costner sunk $30 million of his own money in, sources...
Kevin Costner – Doesn’t Think ‘Horizon’ Is A Failure Yet Despite Poor Reviews From Multiple Critics
After spending over two hours watching the first part of ‘Horizon,’ critics rarely had good things to say about the Western drama exploring the westward US expansion and the conflicts that arose as a result.
The Hollywood Reporter called it a “clumsy slog” with “messy plot threads.” IndieWire declared it to be the “dullest cinematic vanity project of the century.” For Vanity Fair, it was the “biggest American boondoggle at this year’s Cannes,” whilst others wrote it off as “a chore to sit through.”
While this is disappointing for a project Costner sunk $30 million of his own money in, sources...
- 6/8/2024
- by Nmesoma Okechukwu
- Celebrating The Soaps
The box office prospects for one of the summer’s biggest swings have just appeared, and they’re not looking too promising. Kevin Costner‘s big-budget Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter One has hit tracking, with major services predicting a domestic opening around $12 million. That’s not encouraging news for Costner and the backers of this independently financed Western, considering its $100 million production cost before marketing. Even more urgent, Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 2 is slated to follow quickly on August 6. A Quest for Redemption Warner Bros. is only handling the film domestically and has three weeks remaining...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures Copyright: © 2024 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved. It’s by no means an exaggeration to call Horizon: An American Saga the ultimate passion project for Kevin Costner. It’s a concept he’s been working on bringing to the big screen since 1988 — even before he directed, starred in, and won Oscars for Dances with Wolves. Horizon covers similar territory, focusing on settlers’ expansion into the American West during the time of the Civil War. Originally envisioned as a single film, Horizon has expanded into a four-film epic, with the first two parts being released this summer and the final two films likely getting 2025 release dates (they haven’t been scheduled yet). Costner premiered Chapter 1 at the Cannes Film Festival last month; speaking at a press conference there, Costner explained why he’s always been so drawn to the idea of making Westerns.
- 6/7/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Over the years, Kevin Costner's name has become synonymous with the Western genre for many viewers. The actor has consistently landed the lead roles in movies and TV shows set in the Wild West, as well as directing and producing some of them. So it wasn't at all surprising that he came up with his own movie saga in the genre.
What was surprising, however, was to find out that even the most popular and widely recognized artists can't get studio support just because of their name. With the genre still considered unprofitable by many, Costner had to fight for Horizon to survive and finally get made.
Horizon: An American Saga Reviews
Looking at the way the first chapter of Horizon: An American Saga was received by critics, the studios might’ve been onto something by not giving the films the green light. While these numbers must be devastating,...
What was surprising, however, was to find out that even the most popular and widely recognized artists can't get studio support just because of their name. With the genre still considered unprofitable by many, Costner had to fight for Horizon to survive and finally get made.
Horizon: An American Saga Reviews
Looking at the way the first chapter of Horizon: An American Saga was received by critics, the studios might’ve been onto something by not giving the films the green light. While these numbers must be devastating,...
- 6/6/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
Kevin Costner spent $38 million of his own money to finance his new Western film Horizon: An American Saga. Well, the early tracking numbers are in, and the news is not good: the first part of Horizon is currently projected to make $12 million in its opening weekend of release on June 28th (via The Hollywood Reporter).
Horizon has been Costner’s passion project for decades, having first begun working on it in 1988. Now, decades later, he’s finally set to unveil the first part of what he ultimately hopes to be a four-installment film franchise that he will write, direct, and star in himself. The total budget for the first two films sits around $100 million, with Costner himself having personally contributed $38 million to the overall budget (apparently by mortgaging his house). The remaining chunk was reportedly financed through foreign sales.
The second part of Horizon is already completed and will be...
Horizon has been Costner’s passion project for decades, having first begun working on it in 1988. Now, decades later, he’s finally set to unveil the first part of what he ultimately hopes to be a four-installment film franchise that he will write, direct, and star in himself. The total budget for the first two films sits around $100 million, with Costner himself having personally contributed $38 million to the overall budget (apparently by mortgaging his house). The remaining chunk was reportedly financed through foreign sales.
The second part of Horizon is already completed and will be...
- 6/6/2024
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Film News
As it approaches the end of its six-year journey, fans have become skeptical of whether Taylor Sheridan’s Western drama Yellowstone will be able to deliver the same level of quality as when it first premiered in 2018, especially given the significant disappointment with Season 5.
Yellowstone | Credit: Paramount NetworkDespite its visually stunning cinematography, Season 5 of the show, which premiered almost two years ago, has failed to garner fans’ appreciation, as it became the season with the lowest audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. As the show gears up for its finale, fans have expressed their disappointment with its progression while describing the plot as a drag.
Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone Sees a Huge Drop in Quality
Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone has constantly received fans’ support and appreciation. This was despite the first season’s lukewarm critical reception, which was thanks to the allure of the Dutton family and their Western lifestyle. However,...
Yellowstone | Credit: Paramount NetworkDespite its visually stunning cinematography, Season 5 of the show, which premiered almost two years ago, has failed to garner fans’ appreciation, as it became the season with the lowest audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. As the show gears up for its finale, fans have expressed their disappointment with its progression while describing the plot as a drag.
Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone Sees a Huge Drop in Quality
Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone has constantly received fans’ support and appreciation. This was despite the first season’s lukewarm critical reception, which was thanks to the allure of the Dutton family and their Western lifestyle. However,...
- 6/6/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
The box office prospects for one of the summer’s biggest swings have appeared on the horizon.
Kevin Costner’s big-budget Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter One hit tracking on Tuesday, with one major service putting its domestic opening at $12 million, give or take. That’s not great news for Costner and those backing the independently financed Western, considering it cost $100 million to make before marketing and is being followed quickly by Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 2 on Aug 6.
Warner Bros. is only handling the film domestically, and has three weeks left to make a major marketing push, including helping Costner rally Yellowstone fans. Insiders say Costner believes that tracking isn’t capturing his fan base, which largely resides in the middle of the country.
Paramount’s prequel A Quiet Place: Day One also came on tracking Thursday, and looks to easily scare off Horizon and top the chart with a decent $40 million.
Kevin Costner’s big-budget Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter One hit tracking on Tuesday, with one major service putting its domestic opening at $12 million, give or take. That’s not great news for Costner and those backing the independently financed Western, considering it cost $100 million to make before marketing and is being followed quickly by Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 2 on Aug 6.
Warner Bros. is only handling the film domestically, and has three weeks left to make a major marketing push, including helping Costner rally Yellowstone fans. Insiders say Costner believes that tracking isn’t capturing his fan base, which largely resides in the middle of the country.
Paramount’s prequel A Quiet Place: Day One also came on tracking Thursday, and looks to easily scare off Horizon and top the chart with a decent $40 million.
- 6/6/2024
- by Pamela McClintock and Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Paramount’s A Quiet Place: Day One hit three-week tracking today with an outlook of $40M+ over three days starting June 28. That’s not that far from the last installment, A Quiet Place Part II, which was the first major Memorial Day weekend release as theaters reopened from Covid in 2021 and posted a $47.5M 3-day.
The is pacing similarly to the previous sequel, which was directed by franchise filmmaker John Krasinski, solid among the 13-34 group, and further boosted by interest among Black, Latino and Hispanic and Caucasian moviegoers.
A Quiet Place: Day One is directed by Pig filmmaker Michael Sarnoski, and stars Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Djimon Hounsou and Alex Wolff. Pic follows what happens on the first day the aliens (who have very sensitive ears) come to Earth, and the catastrophe that occurs in one of the biggest cities in the world.
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The is pacing similarly to the previous sequel, which was directed by franchise filmmaker John Krasinski, solid among the 13-34 group, and further boosted by interest among Black, Latino and Hispanic and Caucasian moviegoers.
A Quiet Place: Day One is directed by Pig filmmaker Michael Sarnoski, and stars Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Djimon Hounsou and Alex Wolff. Pic follows what happens on the first day the aliens (who have very sensitive ears) come to Earth, and the catastrophe that occurs in one of the biggest cities in the world.
Related: ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise On...
- 6/6/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Get ready: all kinds of spooky and supernatural shenanigans are about to get underway with the return of Beetlejuice. Tim Burton’s long-awaited sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is gearing up to raise hell in cinemas this September – and we have your best look at the film yet in our world-exclusive cover story.
The issue hits newsstands from Thursday 6 June – but for now, here’s a sneak peek inside its pages.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
The ‘juice is loose! Empire gets up close and personal with the return of Beetlejuice, going on set of Tim Burton’s throwback sequel and speaking to the filmmaker and his cast – Michael Keaton! Winona Ryder! Catherine O’Hara! Jenna Ortega! Willem Dafoe! Monica Bellucci! Justin Theroux! – about resurrecting the spectre back to cinema screens. Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice!
A Quiet Place: Day One
Michael Sarnoski’s prequel heads back to the start of the alien invasion – and into the noise-infested New York City.
The issue hits newsstands from Thursday 6 June – but for now, here’s a sneak peek inside its pages.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
The ‘juice is loose! Empire gets up close and personal with the return of Beetlejuice, going on set of Tim Burton’s throwback sequel and speaking to the filmmaker and his cast – Michael Keaton! Winona Ryder! Catherine O’Hara! Jenna Ortega! Willem Dafoe! Monica Bellucci! Justin Theroux! – about resurrecting the spectre back to cinema screens. Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice!
A Quiet Place: Day One
Michael Sarnoski’s prequel heads back to the start of the alien invasion – and into the noise-infested New York City.
- 6/6/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Let’s get the worst of it out of the way: We estimate, at best, a $700 million total domestic gross for June, or 30 percent down from last year. We’ll close the month at least 25 percent below the first half of 2023. There’s no mystery as to why: fewer high-impact releases, with last year’s strikes still taking their toll.
June also has three potential breakouts with “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” (Sony) Friday, “Inside Out 2” (Disney) June 14, and “A Quiet Place: Day One” (Paramount) June 28. They also have high expectations which, if met, would go some way to restoring confidence. Fall short and the argument of “Well, this movie was never meant to be a blockbuster” will have run its course.
Everyone knew that 2024 would not be a great year. It was never going to equal the $9.1 billion of 2023, but $8.5 billion was the hope and $8 billion was the consensus.
June also has three potential breakouts with “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” (Sony) Friday, “Inside Out 2” (Disney) June 14, and “A Quiet Place: Day One” (Paramount) June 28. They also have high expectations which, if met, would go some way to restoring confidence. Fall short and the argument of “Well, this movie was never meant to be a blockbuster” will have run its course.
Everyone knew that 2024 would not be a great year. It was never going to equal the $9.1 billion of 2023, but $8.5 billion was the hope and $8 billion was the consensus.
- 6/5/2024
- by Tom Brueggemann
- Indiewire
If you ask Kevin Costner about the similarities existing between ‘Horizon’ and the ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff ‘1883,’ he’ll tell you it’s possible Taylor Sheridan may have “borrowed” ideas from the upcoming movie ‘Horizon’ when penning the script for ‘1883.’ The problem is that Costner doesn’t believe the scriptwriter will ever admit to doing it.
See What Kevin Costner Has To Say About the “Duplications” Between ‘Horizon’ And ‘Yellowstone’
Before the great Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan fallout, the duo were once on very good terms.
Even though neither Costner nor Jon Baird – Costner’s ‘Horizon’ co-writer – were credited as writers on the epic Western drama ‘1883,’ Costner still believes Sheridan could have been inspired by ideas from ‘Horizon.’
I know what you’re thinking; if ‘1883’ premiered in 2021, a good three years before ‘Horizon: An American Saga,’ which is still to premiere on June 28, how can the former have influenced the latter?...
See What Kevin Costner Has To Say About the “Duplications” Between ‘Horizon’ And ‘Yellowstone’
Before the great Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan fallout, the duo were once on very good terms.
Even though neither Costner nor Jon Baird – Costner’s ‘Horizon’ co-writer – were credited as writers on the epic Western drama ‘1883,’ Costner still believes Sheridan could have been inspired by ideas from ‘Horizon.’
I know what you’re thinking; if ‘1883’ premiered in 2021, a good three years before ‘Horizon: An American Saga,’ which is still to premiere on June 28, how can the former have influenced the latter?...
- 6/5/2024
- by Nmesoma Okechukwu
- Celebrating The Soaps
Kevin Costner is so heavily associated with the Western genre that he not only departed the most epic Western saga of recent years, but did so in order to make his own epic Western saga. The Dances With Wolves and Open Range legend had, in recent years, been the face of TV smash Yellowstone – the Taylor Sheridan series that became a ratings juggernaut, and spawned an entire universe of spin-off shows set in different eras of American history. But before the show's end, Costner departed the role of John Dutton III, partly in order to direct and star in his multi-part movie Western series Horizon: An American Saga. With the largely self-funded Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 hitting cinemas soon, Yellowstone fans will get their Costner Western fix – but as it stands, the star won’t appear in the upcoming final run of the TV smash.
Not that Costner is against a...
Not that Costner is against a...
- 6/5/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
Get this, Kevin Costner is reportedly looking forward to returning to Taylor Sheridan’s epic western show, ‘Yellowstone.’
This bit of news is coming after critics ripped open Costner’s passion project ‘Horizon: An American Saga,’ which, if you can believe it, was the Western drama that inspired Costner to leave his lead role in ‘Yellowstone,’ mortgage his home to raise $30 million to sponsor it, and blow off Taylor Sheridan in the process.
Some say the decision to step away from ‘Yellowstone’ looks ready to blow up in his face. Here’s what we know about Costner’s hopes to return.
Kevin Costner – Reportedly ‘Begging’ To Return As John Dutton In ‘Yellowstone’ Following ‘Horizon’s’ Negative Reception
Cannes critics were not particularly nice when describing Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon.’ The Hollywood Reporter called it a “clumsy slog” with “messy plot threads.” IndieWire declared it to be the “dullest cinematic vanity project of the century.
This bit of news is coming after critics ripped open Costner’s passion project ‘Horizon: An American Saga,’ which, if you can believe it, was the Western drama that inspired Costner to leave his lead role in ‘Yellowstone,’ mortgage his home to raise $30 million to sponsor it, and blow off Taylor Sheridan in the process.
Some say the decision to step away from ‘Yellowstone’ looks ready to blow up in his face. Here’s what we know about Costner’s hopes to return.
Kevin Costner – Reportedly ‘Begging’ To Return As John Dutton In ‘Yellowstone’ Following ‘Horizon’s’ Negative Reception
Cannes critics were not particularly nice when describing Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon.’ The Hollywood Reporter called it a “clumsy slog” with “messy plot threads.” IndieWire declared it to be the “dullest cinematic vanity project of the century.
- 6/5/2024
- by Nmesoma Okechukwu
- Celebrating The Soaps
Kevin Costner is one of the most successful and well-known actors in Hollywood. Although he is better known for his acting roles, he has started to actively establish himself for his work behind the camera. His directorial debut was through the 1990 film, Dances with Wolves. Since then, he has only assumed this role on two other projects. That was until now.
Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 I Warner Bros. PicturesWith Costner’s Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 having just been released, and two more on the way, it is safe to say that he has a lot planned for this series. His passion project has gotten a lot of positive reviews from all sides, which is not surprising considering just how talented he is.
However, there was one person who gave him quite an interesting piece of advice on how and where he should release the story. Something Costner refused to listen to.
Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 I Warner Bros. PicturesWith Costner’s Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 having just been released, and two more on the way, it is safe to say that he has a lot planned for this series. His passion project has gotten a lot of positive reviews from all sides, which is not surprising considering just how talented he is.
However, there was one person who gave him quite an interesting piece of advice on how and where he should release the story. Something Costner refused to listen to.
- 6/5/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Academy Award-winning visionary filmmaker Kevin Costner directs New Line Cinema’s vast Horizon: An American Saga Chapters One and Two, a multi-faceted chronicle covering the Civil War expansion and settlement of the American West. A story of America too big for one film, this true cinematic event also stars Costner, who co-writes with Jon Baird (The Explorers Guild) and produces through his Territory Pictures.
In the great tradition of Warner Bros. Pictures’ iconic Westerns, Horizon: An American Saga explores the lure of the Old West and how it was won—and lost—through the blood, sweat and tears of many. Spanning the four years of the Civil War, from 1861 to 1865, Costner’s ambitious cinematic adventure will take audiences on an emotional journey across a country at war with itself, experienced through the lens of families, friends and foes all attempting to discover what it truly means to be the United States of America.
In the great tradition of Warner Bros. Pictures’ iconic Westerns, Horizon: An American Saga explores the lure of the Old West and how it was won—and lost—through the blood, sweat and tears of many. Spanning the four years of the Civil War, from 1861 to 1865, Costner’s ambitious cinematic adventure will take audiences on an emotional journey across a country at war with itself, experienced through the lens of families, friends and foes all attempting to discover what it truly means to be the United States of America.
- 6/4/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Not many fans are aware of the treacherous ongoing behind the curtains of Hollywood’s glamorous lifestyle. But the little that does get out becomes colored by rumors, allegations, and whatnot to make the news of the hour seem more saucy. Kevin Costner, for one, has been the hottest topic around for the past year following his exit from Yellowstone, the biggest TV show of the modern era.
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]With Academy Award-nominated writer-director Taylor Sheridan at the fulcrum of Paramount’s largest haul of creative outflow, Costner enjoyed seven whole years of resurrected glory that seems accessible to only a rare handful of A-listers from the ’80s and ’90s. But even with all the bells and whistles that come with being the star of Yellowstone, there were a few shortcomings on Sheridan’s part that seemed too risky to ignore.
Kevin Costner Shields Demi Moore...
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]With Academy Award-nominated writer-director Taylor Sheridan at the fulcrum of Paramount’s largest haul of creative outflow, Costner enjoyed seven whole years of resurrected glory that seems accessible to only a rare handful of A-listers from the ’80s and ’90s. But even with all the bells and whistles that come with being the star of Yellowstone, there were a few shortcomings on Sheridan’s part that seemed too risky to ignore.
Kevin Costner Shields Demi Moore...
- 6/4/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc is set to return with another mystery in the upcoming installment of the hit film series, Knives Out 3. The filmmaker, Rian Johnson, who directed the previous two installments, recently revealed the official title of the movie, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, which is scheduled to release in 2025.
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Credit: Netflix
Continuing the tradition of ensemble casts, it is also expected to feature a stellar lineup. And the Spider-Man star Thomas Haden Church has become the latest addition to the ensemble, which includes the likes of Jeremy Renner and Josh Brolin alongside Craig.
Thomas Haden Church Joins Netflix’s Knives Out 3
Known for portraying the role of Sandman in Spider-Man 3, Thomas Haden Church has become the latest actor to join the ensemble cast of the upcoming film in the Knives Out film series, starring Daniel Craig as the private investigator,...
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Credit: Netflix
Continuing the tradition of ensemble casts, it is also expected to feature a stellar lineup. And the Spider-Man star Thomas Haden Church has become the latest addition to the ensemble, which includes the likes of Jeremy Renner and Josh Brolin alongside Craig.
Thomas Haden Church Joins Netflix’s Knives Out 3
Known for portraying the role of Sandman in Spider-Man 3, Thomas Haden Church has become the latest actor to join the ensemble cast of the upcoming film in the Knives Out film series, starring Daniel Craig as the private investigator,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Whatcha gonna do when “Bad Boys” comes for the box office? If you’re a theater owner, the answer is hopefully sell some tickets.
Sony’s “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” the fourth installment in the Will Smith and Martin Lawrence-led buddy cop series, is targeting $30 million to $50 million from 3,850 theaters in its first weekend of release. As that cavernous range suggests, estimates vary greatly depending on whom you ask. Sony has offered the soft $30 million figure, while rivals and independent tracking services believe the $45 million to $50 million range is more likely.
Adding to opening-weekend ambiguity: The sequel to 1995’s “Bad Boys,” 2003’s “Bad Boys II” and 2020’s “Bad Boys for Life” is Smith’s first major film to grace the big screen since he assaulted Chris Rock onstage at the 2022 Oscars. Have audiences soured on Smith or will they forgive and forget in favor of another “Bad Boys” reunion?...
Sony’s “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” the fourth installment in the Will Smith and Martin Lawrence-led buddy cop series, is targeting $30 million to $50 million from 3,850 theaters in its first weekend of release. As that cavernous range suggests, estimates vary greatly depending on whom you ask. Sony has offered the soft $30 million figure, while rivals and independent tracking services believe the $45 million to $50 million range is more likely.
Adding to opening-weekend ambiguity: The sequel to 1995’s “Bad Boys,” 2003’s “Bad Boys II” and 2020’s “Bad Boys for Life” is Smith’s first major film to grace the big screen since he assaulted Chris Rock onstage at the 2022 Oscars. Have audiences soured on Smith or will they forgive and forget in favor of another “Bad Boys” reunion?...
- 6/4/2024
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
It is safe to say that Kevin Costner’s John Dutton is the reason Yellowstone exists. As far as these TV drama characters go, he is one of the last true men, which is why we like him. This wealthy rancher often finds himself in a difficult situation when several greedy people pursue him and attempt to take his land.
Well, the rugged heart of the Western world is so powerful that it garnered Costner’s high praise for Taylor Sheridan’s artistry on Yellowstone. Have you ever been fascinated by the intensity of a TV moment that seems to encapsulate the profound bond between man, his legacy, and the land?
Yellowstone: Still from Season 4 | Paramount Network
In a candid chat with GQ, Costner heaps praise on Sheridan for one particularly unsettling Yellowstone scene, where the weight of owning vast stretches of land is both a legacy to preserve and...
Well, the rugged heart of the Western world is so powerful that it garnered Costner’s high praise for Taylor Sheridan’s artistry on Yellowstone. Have you ever been fascinated by the intensity of a TV moment that seems to encapsulate the profound bond between man, his legacy, and the land?
Yellowstone: Still from Season 4 | Paramount Network
In a candid chat with GQ, Costner heaps praise on Sheridan for one particularly unsettling Yellowstone scene, where the weight of owning vast stretches of land is both a legacy to preserve and...
- 6/4/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Kevin Costner ignored calls to make 'Horizon: An American Saga' a TV series as he treasures the big screen "experience".The first two chapters in the Oscar-winning star's Western epic will be released this summer (with two more to follow in the future) and Kevin explained that he has taken a gamble by releasing the saga in cinemas.Speaking to Empire magazine, he said: "I had somebody who said, 'Look, please don't do this, Kevin, let's do this.'"But I'm glad about what I'm doing. I believe in the big screen. I believe in that experience. I also believe in what will come to your television. You know, I'm not one of those guys that has a director's cut. The f****** movie I make is the director's cut."Kevin, 69, has contributed around $58 million of his own money to fund the film and hopes that the project leaves a lasting impression on audiences.
- 6/4/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone counts among the rare few projects in Hollywood that have managed to not only garner love and respect among fans and critics but also shock and awe among industry experts for its sheer scale of storytelling. It comes as no surprise then that the ending of such a greatly beloved series would be met with a little resistance, even from its own cast members.
Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]Having starred in Yellowstone since the very first season, the leading stars portraying the Dutton family have been the ones to be impacted the most. Their story which was supposed to stretch for no less than 7 seasons has been abruptly cut short and with the series already in its final leg, emotion cuts particularly deep knowing they have to forever leave behind the characters they nurtured to grow for the past 7 years.
Yellowstone Finale Brings Back Nostalgia and Emotions...
Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]Having starred in Yellowstone since the very first season, the leading stars portraying the Dutton family have been the ones to be impacted the most. Their story which was supposed to stretch for no less than 7 seasons has been abruptly cut short and with the series already in its final leg, emotion cuts particularly deep knowing they have to forever leave behind the characters they nurtured to grow for the past 7 years.
Yellowstone Finale Brings Back Nostalgia and Emotions...
- 6/3/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Horizon: An American Saga is Kevin Costner’s dream project. Tens of years in planning and crafting, the iconic Western star finally managed to get the ball rolling — and now, he’s not going to stop. The first two movies only just premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and the audience haven’t even caught a glimpse of them yet, and Costner is already back out there, filming the third installment. What’s the hurry?
Costner Started Production on Horizon 3
Recently, Kevin Costner took to his Instagram page and provided an exciting update for his fans. In the actor and writing director’s latest post, he shared a couple of behind-the-scenes pictures from the filming of the third Horizon movie and confirmed that he had started work on it. In the pictures, Costner is standing next to a trio of Native Americans who are riding horses, giving us a glimpse into the series’ future.
Costner Started Production on Horizon 3
Recently, Kevin Costner took to his Instagram page and provided an exciting update for his fans. In the actor and writing director’s latest post, he shared a couple of behind-the-scenes pictures from the filming of the third Horizon movie and confirmed that he had started work on it. In the pictures, Costner is standing next to a trio of Native Americans who are riding horses, giving us a glimpse into the series’ future.
- 6/3/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Kevin Costner has been a very committed actor who continues to give his all with every film he does. His breakout role in The Untouchables led him to many acclaimed performances in films like Field of Dreams, Bull Durham, and A Perfect World among others. He has also established himself as a great filmmaker directing two impressive westerns Dances With Wolves and Open Range.
Kevin Costner directed, co-produced, and played the lead in 1990’s Dances With Wolves | Orion Pictures
Costner has been dreaming about his passion project Horizon: An American Saga since the 90s, envisioning it as a four-film saga. Costner has already shot the first two films and recently premiered the first film at Cannes. Unfortunately, it received mediocre reviews which put into question the fate of the remaining three films, in addition to the actor/director finding problems filming parts 3 and 4.
Did Kevin Costner Make a Mistake By Making Horizon a Four-Film Epic?...
Kevin Costner directed, co-produced, and played the lead in 1990’s Dances With Wolves | Orion Pictures
Costner has been dreaming about his passion project Horizon: An American Saga since the 90s, envisioning it as a four-film saga. Costner has already shot the first two films and recently premiered the first film at Cannes. Unfortunately, it received mediocre reviews which put into question the fate of the remaining three films, in addition to the actor/director finding problems filming parts 3 and 4.
Did Kevin Costner Make a Mistake By Making Horizon a Four-Film Epic?...
- 6/3/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Kevin Costner’s hugely ambitious western movie series Horizon – An American Saga still needs more money to get the last two films shot.
We’re just over three weeks away from the release of Kevin Costner’s passionate project – or at least the first part of it – Horizon: An American Saga – Part 1. This is Costner’s return to the director’s chair for the first time since Open Range over 20 years ago, in a project that he’s conceived, co-written, and takes the lead role in.
Already pretty much complete is Horizon: An American Saga – Part 2. But Costner has envisaged this as a four part movie series, and once he’d completed some promotional work for the first movie, he was off to Utah to start filming the rest of the saga.
Still, these films aren’t cheap, and while Costner has put a fair amount of his own funds into them,...
We’re just over three weeks away from the release of Kevin Costner’s passionate project – or at least the first part of it – Horizon: An American Saga – Part 1. This is Costner’s return to the director’s chair for the first time since Open Range over 20 years ago, in a project that he’s conceived, co-written, and takes the lead role in.
Already pretty much complete is Horizon: An American Saga – Part 2. But Costner has envisaged this as a four part movie series, and once he’d completed some promotional work for the first movie, he was off to Utah to start filming the rest of the saga.
Still, these films aren’t cheap, and while Costner has put a fair amount of his own funds into them,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Simon Brew
- Film Stories
While the Marvel side of things struggles to hold on to a strong footing, Disney can go back to developing other franchises in the superhero genre. One of the films that the studio can revive as a major franchise would be the 2005 film, Sky High. It was directed by Kung Fu Panda 4 director Mike Mitchell and starred Michael Angarano and The Flash star Danielle Panabaker in the lead roles.
The official poster of Sky High | Walt Disney Pictures
Mitchell revealed that Disney had plans to develop a sequel film and a spin-off series in the Sky High universe earlier. He even fleshed out concepts for a sequel and shared that he was still interested in working on the project.
Disney Can Revive Superhero Genre With Sequel To Danielle Panabaker’s Sky High
Danielle Panabaker and Michael Angarano in a still from Sky High | Walt Disney Pictures
Sky High was...
The official poster of Sky High | Walt Disney Pictures
Mitchell revealed that Disney had plans to develop a sequel film and a spin-off series in the Sky High universe earlier. He even fleshed out concepts for a sequel and shared that he was still interested in working on the project.
Disney Can Revive Superhero Genre With Sequel To Danielle Panabaker’s Sky High
Danielle Panabaker and Michael Angarano in a still from Sky High | Walt Disney Pictures
Sky High was...
- 6/2/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Taylor Sheridan may not have much to offer in terms of acting experience but when it comes to crafting masterpieces from words, he may as well be the Picasso of television. With a perception of human complexities and an understanding of the nature of human psychology, Sheridan has woven together an oeuvre of films and TV series unparalleled in their sheer scale and gravity.
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]However, over time, the market for his works has exponentially increased, leading to Paramount sanctioning a multitude of shows that have taken up space and time that no one can singlehandedly commit to. Apart from the uncalled-for tension between the cast and Sheridan, the Yellowstone director’s reputation has definitely preceded him to a point where it has now become a matter of concern instead of honor and respect.
Taylor Sheridan Trapped Between Rock and a Hard Place
The ups...
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]However, over time, the market for his works has exponentially increased, leading to Paramount sanctioning a multitude of shows that have taken up space and time that no one can singlehandedly commit to. Apart from the uncalled-for tension between the cast and Sheridan, the Yellowstone director’s reputation has definitely preceded him to a point where it has now become a matter of concern instead of honor and respect.
Taylor Sheridan Trapped Between Rock and a Hard Place
The ups...
- 6/2/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Among the multitudes of Western shows that have graced the screens since the era of television, Yellowstone has to be one of the most beloved, popular, and large-scale projects to exist. Created by Taylor Sheridan for Paramount Network, the series that revolves around the Dutton family and their ruthless drive for power and control has entranced many viewers across the globe into falling in love with the show’s lore.
Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]However, all good things are bound to be impermanent which in turn makes them all the more valuable. The recent upheaval surrounding Yellowstone‘s production and its lead cast member, Kevin Costner has only brought more negative attention to the series and the streamer. Without any resolution in sight, the matter concerning Taylor Sheridan and his leading man has piled on top of an already complicated bundle of issues plaguing the Yellowstone universe.
Taylor Sheridan Finds No Resolution for...
Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]However, all good things are bound to be impermanent which in turn makes them all the more valuable. The recent upheaval surrounding Yellowstone‘s production and its lead cast member, Kevin Costner has only brought more negative attention to the series and the streamer. Without any resolution in sight, the matter concerning Taylor Sheridan and his leading man has piled on top of an already complicated bundle of issues plaguing the Yellowstone universe.
Taylor Sheridan Finds No Resolution for...
- 6/2/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
The conversation around the next season of Yellowstone has taken quite an upsetting theme in the past few months. There have been multiple reports that suggest there is a rift between Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan. Be it egos swinging, or a difference of opinion, many sources have suggested that the actor is done with the series.
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone I Paramount Network
While fans are seriously upset about the confusion surrounding the entire matter, it is important to note that no one has officially confirmed that Costner will not be coming back for the second part of the fifth season. However, if recent events are to be trusted, fans may not need an official confirmation to know that it is over.
Yellowstone 5B Is In Production
It was recently reported by the official accounts for Yellowstone that season 5B has begun filming. Everything surrounding the plot and how...
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone I Paramount Network
While fans are seriously upset about the confusion surrounding the entire matter, it is important to note that no one has officially confirmed that Costner will not be coming back for the second part of the fifth season. However, if recent events are to be trusted, fans may not need an official confirmation to know that it is over.
Yellowstone 5B Is In Production
It was recently reported by the official accounts for Yellowstone that season 5B has begun filming. Everything surrounding the plot and how...
- 6/2/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Filmmaker Ari Aster is known for his brand of horror films such as Hereditary and Midsommar. The filmmaker’s unique style has garnered him a loyal fanbase from only three films in his filmography. He has worked with renowned actors such as Toni Collette, Florence Pugh, Joaquin Phoenix, Gabriel Byrne, and more.
Aster will be helming his next film Eddington which sees him reunite with Phoenix and also stars Emma Stone, Pedro Pascal, and Austin Butler. Yellowstone star Luke Grimes, who also featured in the film mentioned the difference between the sets of Taylor Sheridan’s neo-Western and Aster’s black comedy.
Luke Grimes Talks About Ari Aster’s Working Style On Eddington A still from Hereditary | Credits: A24/PalmStar Media/Finch Entertainment/Windy Hill Pictures
Ari Aster broke into the scene with the horror drama Hereditary. The A24 film starred Toni Collette, Alex Wolff, and Gabriel Byrne in lead...
Aster will be helming his next film Eddington which sees him reunite with Phoenix and also stars Emma Stone, Pedro Pascal, and Austin Butler. Yellowstone star Luke Grimes, who also featured in the film mentioned the difference between the sets of Taylor Sheridan’s neo-Western and Aster’s black comedy.
Luke Grimes Talks About Ari Aster’s Working Style On Eddington A still from Hereditary | Credits: A24/PalmStar Media/Finch Entertainment/Windy Hill Pictures
Ari Aster broke into the scene with the horror drama Hereditary. The A24 film starred Toni Collette, Alex Wolff, and Gabriel Byrne in lead...
- 6/2/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Yellowstone has been one of the most significant television shows over the recent few years. It boasts a magnificent cast and a much-celebrated universe centering around the Dutton Ranch.
Besides the worldwide popularity of the show for its content, Yellowstone has also witnessed several off-screen dramas that include legal battles. The show faced a prominent legal battle when creator Taylor Sheridan filed a lawsuit against actor Cole Hauser’s coffee company.
Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]Cole Hauser plays a fan-favorite character Rip Wheeler in the Paramount Network series created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson. Both Hauser and Sheridan own coffee companies. The show reached a complicated position when the latter tried to sue Hauser as he had a similar logo for his coffee company.
Why did the Yellowstone co-creator go against Cole Hauser?
Cole Hauser with Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]Last year in December,...
Besides the worldwide popularity of the show for its content, Yellowstone has also witnessed several off-screen dramas that include legal battles. The show faced a prominent legal battle when creator Taylor Sheridan filed a lawsuit against actor Cole Hauser’s coffee company.
Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]Cole Hauser plays a fan-favorite character Rip Wheeler in the Paramount Network series created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson. Both Hauser and Sheridan own coffee companies. The show reached a complicated position when the latter tried to sue Hauser as he had a similar logo for his coffee company.
Why did the Yellowstone co-creator go against Cole Hauser?
Cole Hauser with Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]Last year in December,...
- 6/1/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
As Taylor Sheridan and Kevin Costner lock horns over the latter’s Yellowstone departure, the rest of the world patiently awaits the dust to settle and both parties to reach an agreeable verdict. With every volatile barb exchanged and false rumors coloring the news headlines, the unfolding drama only makes the Paramount series more susceptible to adverse opinions affecting its viewership.
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]Launched in 2018, the Taylor Sheridan drama not only helped establish Paramount+ as a streamer but also reinstated Kevin Costner at the height of his fame (again). However, circumstances pushed the Oscar-winner to place his own priorities first, thus leaving Yellowstone to pursue his long-awaited passion project, Horizon: An American Saga.
Now, even as his Western falls apart, the latest rumors circulating through the grapevine suggest that the actor is considering coming back to Paramount and sacrificing his ego to get a shot at...
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]Launched in 2018, the Taylor Sheridan drama not only helped establish Paramount+ as a streamer but also reinstated Kevin Costner at the height of his fame (again). However, circumstances pushed the Oscar-winner to place his own priorities first, thus leaving Yellowstone to pursue his long-awaited passion project, Horizon: An American Saga.
Now, even as his Western falls apart, the latest rumors circulating through the grapevine suggest that the actor is considering coming back to Paramount and sacrificing his ego to get a shot at...
- 6/1/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
The Cannes Film Festival saw the much-anticipated premiere of Horizon: An American Saga—Chapter 1 on May 19. Kevin Costner, who stars in and directed the film, provided a glimpse into his dedication to the project at a recent press conference. Kevin Costner’s Personal Investment During the conference, Costner addressed questions regarding his significant financial contributions to the film. He revealed that he had personally raised approximately $50 million of the film’s budget. It wasn’t an easy decision, but it was the decision I needed to make. It’s like, wow, why am I having to do this? I think I’m making...
- 6/1/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Over the years, Matt Damon has turned into one of the biggest names in Hollywood. He was the protagonist of his own film series, has been in many Oscar-winning projects, has been nominated for the award five times himself, and even won once. It is safe to say that he is one of the most talented, respected, and recognized actors in the film industry.
Matt Damon in Interstellar I Paramount Pictures
While he has come to be known through these adjectives, he was also once a lesser-known actor. Every A-list star had to start somewhere, and many years ago, Damon worked as an extra in a Kevin Costner film alongside his long-time friend, Ben Affleck.
During a recent interview, Jimmy Kimmel told Costner exactly what was going through his mind when he was working with him for the first time.
Matt Damon Was A Big Fan of Kevin Costner
With...
Matt Damon in Interstellar I Paramount Pictures
While he has come to be known through these adjectives, he was also once a lesser-known actor. Every A-list star had to start somewhere, and many years ago, Damon worked as an extra in a Kevin Costner film alongside his long-time friend, Ben Affleck.
During a recent interview, Jimmy Kimmel told Costner exactly what was going through his mind when he was working with him for the first time.
Matt Damon Was A Big Fan of Kevin Costner
With...
- 6/1/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
While most know Kevin Costner for all the masterpieces he has led to date which include credits like Yellowstone and Dances with Wolves, not many know that the actor cum producer has led some epically disastrous projects as well. And while these projects didn’t necessarily drown because of his acting, one of them did, in fact, end up in the dump because of its bloated budget.
Kevin Costner in a still from Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1. | Credit: Warner Brothers.
This dates back to the 1990s, when having budgets for a project in tens of millions was already considered high, let alone one in hundreds of millions, like Waterworld, which was, pretty much, one of the biggest disasters in Hollywood. The reason behind this was Costner himself, who ended up shooting up the budget by a whopping 35 times than what was required!
Kevin Costner Shot Up Waterworld‘s Budget By 35 Times!
Kevin Costner in a still from Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1. | Credit: Warner Brothers.
This dates back to the 1990s, when having budgets for a project in tens of millions was already considered high, let alone one in hundreds of millions, like Waterworld, which was, pretty much, one of the biggest disasters in Hollywood. The reason behind this was Costner himself, who ended up shooting up the budget by a whopping 35 times than what was required!
Kevin Costner Shot Up Waterworld‘s Budget By 35 Times!
- 6/1/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Who else has the same grace behind and in front of the camera as Kevin Costner when it comes to bringing the rough landscapes of Westerns to the big screen? From Open Range to Dances With Wolves, the Oscar winner, 69, has not only evoked the spirit of the American frontier but also left an indelible mark on the film industry over his four-decade career.
His dedication to the work shines through in his smartly picked roles and his meticulous approach to acting. Celebrating his recent directorial sensation, Horizon: An American Saga, which recently made waves at Cannes, Costner’s connection to the method of storytelling is apparent. Well, currently, he is stirring the news with both his direction and a headline-grabbing entanglement with Yellowstone’s creators.
Kevin Costner with Kelly Reilly (L) in Yellowstone | Paramount Network
But this is not the first time he has clashed with his directors. Dwelling further into his resume,...
His dedication to the work shines through in his smartly picked roles and his meticulous approach to acting. Celebrating his recent directorial sensation, Horizon: An American Saga, which recently made waves at Cannes, Costner’s connection to the method of storytelling is apparent. Well, currently, he is stirring the news with both his direction and a headline-grabbing entanglement with Yellowstone’s creators.
Kevin Costner with Kelly Reilly (L) in Yellowstone | Paramount Network
But this is not the first time he has clashed with his directors. Dwelling further into his resume,...
- 6/1/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
May ended up being more than a bit of a letdown at the box office, yet the summer movie season continues on with three more major franchise sequels (or prequels) and a few other attempts at variety. Read on for Gold Derby’s June 2024 box office preview.
“Inside Out 2” (Disney/Pixar – June 14)
Disney and Pixar Animation are hoping to make a comeback with this sequel to Pete Docter‘s 2015 Oscar-winning animated blockbuster, which grossed $850.6 million worldwide after opening with $90.4 million domestically. Directed by Kelsey Mann, the sequel introduces a number of new emotions including Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke, Envy voiced by Emmy winner Ayo Edebiri, Paul Walter Hauser voicing Embarassment, and Adèle Exarchopoulos as Ennui (because it’s a French emotion). Mindy Kaling‘s Disgust has also been recast with Liza Lapira from “The Equalizer.” In the “before times,” there was little reason for this not to open with more than $100 million,...
“Inside Out 2” (Disney/Pixar – June 14)
Disney and Pixar Animation are hoping to make a comeback with this sequel to Pete Docter‘s 2015 Oscar-winning animated blockbuster, which grossed $850.6 million worldwide after opening with $90.4 million domestically. Directed by Kelsey Mann, the sequel introduces a number of new emotions including Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke, Envy voiced by Emmy winner Ayo Edebiri, Paul Walter Hauser voicing Embarassment, and Adèle Exarchopoulos as Ennui (because it’s a French emotion). Mindy Kaling‘s Disgust has also been recast with Liza Lapira from “The Equalizer.” In the “before times,” there was little reason for this not to open with more than $100 million,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Edward Douglas
- Gold Derby
Just a little over a year after she finalized her divorce, Christine Baumgartner, the renowned socialite and former spouse of acclaimed actor Kevin Costner, is reportedly set to walk down the aisle again, this time with her boyfriend, affluent financier Josh Connor.
Baumgartner was recently spotted dining with Connor in the picturesque Montecito community over the Memorial Day weekend. The lovebirds were accompanied by Baumgartner’s children, who had recently joined their father, Costner, at the Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of his latest project, Horizon: An American Saga.
Baumgartner and Connor are eager to take their relationship to the next level and are actively planning their upcoming nuptials. The financier is believed to have already shared his marriage plans for Baumgartner with his associates, although the couple still needs to reveal a specific date for the ceremony.
Despite the duo being romantically linked even before Baumgartner’s divorce from Costner was finalized,...
Baumgartner was recently spotted dining with Connor in the picturesque Montecito community over the Memorial Day weekend. The lovebirds were accompanied by Baumgartner’s children, who had recently joined their father, Costner, at the Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of his latest project, Horizon: An American Saga.
Baumgartner and Connor are eager to take their relationship to the next level and are actively planning their upcoming nuptials. The financier is believed to have already shared his marriage plans for Baumgartner with his associates, although the couple still needs to reveal a specific date for the ceremony.
Despite the duo being romantically linked even before Baumgartner’s divorce from Costner was finalized,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Kevin Costner risked everything to get his Horizon movies done: his lead role in Yellowstone, his ridiculously expensive property, and an ungodly amount of personal money. Horizon has been a huge gamble since Day One but Costner went through with his dream project anyway, having spent many years planning and writing it.
The first movie, Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 is set for a June 28, 2024 theatrical premiere, but the first critic reviews are in… And they’re not looking good.
Horizon: Part 1 Destroyed on Rotten Tomatoes
Knowing just how much the making of Horizon cost Kevin Costner literally and figuratively, it’s imperative for him that the movie succeeds. However, things are not looking good for the first installment on Rotten Tomatoes: its Critic Score is currently sitting at an embarrassing 35% from 23 reviews that have been submitted so far.
“These plotlines don’t add up to much in this awkwardly stitched quilt,...
The first movie, Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 is set for a June 28, 2024 theatrical premiere, but the first critic reviews are in… And they’re not looking good.
Horizon: Part 1 Destroyed on Rotten Tomatoes
Knowing just how much the making of Horizon cost Kevin Costner literally and figuratively, it’s imperative for him that the movie succeeds. However, things are not looking good for the first installment on Rotten Tomatoes: its Critic Score is currently sitting at an embarrassing 35% from 23 reviews that have been submitted so far.
“These plotlines don’t add up to much in this awkwardly stitched quilt,...
- 5/30/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
When it was announced that Yellowstone would conclude with its fifth season, many reports emerged stressing this was a result of an alleged feud between Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan. Moreover, considering that Costner has kickstarted his own film series with Horizon: An American Saga, some speculated his commitment to the Western epic might’ve contributed to its ending.
But earlier this month, the actor finally cleared the air surrounding the Yellowstone drama, even stating that he initially signed in for seven seasons of Sheridan’s western drama.
Kevin Costner Initially Signed in for Seven Seasons of Yellowstone
A still from Yellowstone | Paramount Network
Before delving into his passion project, Kevin Costner initially had signed for seven seasons of Yellowstone. As a result, he scheduled the filming of his Western epic in the gaps between. But things went haywire after another negotiation took place between the actor and the studio execs.
But earlier this month, the actor finally cleared the air surrounding the Yellowstone drama, even stating that he initially signed in for seven seasons of Sheridan’s western drama.
Kevin Costner Initially Signed in for Seven Seasons of Yellowstone
A still from Yellowstone | Paramount Network
Before delving into his passion project, Kevin Costner initially had signed for seven seasons of Yellowstone. As a result, he scheduled the filming of his Western epic in the gaps between. But things went haywire after another negotiation took place between the actor and the studio execs.
- 5/30/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
There has long been rumored tension between Kevin Costner and Yellowstone showrunner Taylor Sheridan, as it was speculated Costner’s alleged issues with the writer led to his exit from the show. But despite marking his exit from the universally acclaimed show, which will end with its second half of season 5, the JFK star isn’t done with westerns, as he has now kickstarted his own film series.
However, during the premiere of his Horizon: An American Saga, the actor fueled up rumors surrounding the Yellowstone creator plagiarizing materials from other Westerns.
Kevin Costner Stirs Speculations Surrounding Taylor Sheridan Stealing Ideas
A still from Taylor Sheridan’s 1883 [Credit: Paramount Network]
While the Yellowstone spin-off 1883 earned rave reviews upon premiering back in 2021, some fans pointed out the similarities of its plot with other classics in the genre. This includes Lonesome Dove, Tombstone, and Dancing with the Wolves, as fans stressed that the...
However, during the premiere of his Horizon: An American Saga, the actor fueled up rumors surrounding the Yellowstone creator plagiarizing materials from other Westerns.
Kevin Costner Stirs Speculations Surrounding Taylor Sheridan Stealing Ideas
A still from Taylor Sheridan’s 1883 [Credit: Paramount Network]
While the Yellowstone spin-off 1883 earned rave reviews upon premiering back in 2021, some fans pointed out the similarities of its plot with other classics in the genre. This includes Lonesome Dove, Tombstone, and Dancing with the Wolves, as fans stressed that the...
- 5/30/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
The big question that keeps popping up amid Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone fallout is whether the Oscar-winning actor will ever return to the Paramount series without further escalation of the already overblown drama.
As fans, critics, and studio execs watch the unfolding situation that can arguably rival the plot of Yellowstone itself, Costner remains divided over his attachment to the series that very much propelled him to the forefront of fame and relevance as an A-lister.
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]
After years of feuding and inaction, Kevin Costner’s unwillingness to resolve the tension between him and the director is evidence enough of their growing chasm. Moreover, with the public’s attention increasing with every passing month, there seems to be no fitting end to the Yellowstone equation other than the good old formula of forgive-and-forget.
Kevin Costner Makes No Excuse For Yellowstone Absence
Although...
As fans, critics, and studio execs watch the unfolding situation that can arguably rival the plot of Yellowstone itself, Costner remains divided over his attachment to the series that very much propelled him to the forefront of fame and relevance as an A-lister.
Kevin Costner in Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]
After years of feuding and inaction, Kevin Costner’s unwillingness to resolve the tension between him and the director is evidence enough of their growing chasm. Moreover, with the public’s attention increasing with every passing month, there seems to be no fitting end to the Yellowstone equation other than the good old formula of forgive-and-forget.
Kevin Costner Makes No Excuse For Yellowstone Absence
Although...
- 5/30/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Liza Weil, Douglas Smith and Noah Parker are set to star in the dark comedy feature Lunar Sway.
Nick Butler is writing and directing the movie that hails from Cloudy Pictures Inc., with development funding from the Canada Council for the Arts. Lucas Meeuse (The Legacy of Cloudy Falls) and Izad Etemadi (Cyrus and Chels) serve as producers, while Robin Cass (Lilies) executive produces.
Lunar Sway centers on Cliff (Parker), who is struggling with his love life in a desert town when he unexpectedly connects with his estranged birth mother (Weil). After learning of his mom’s string of secrets, Cliff is led on a wild misadventure while also spending time with his love interest Stew (Smith), a mysterious dentist.
The film is continuing the casting process and aims to begin shooting in September. Lunar Sway marks Butler’s sophomore directorial feature following The Legacy of Cloudy Falls, which is...
Nick Butler is writing and directing the movie that hails from Cloudy Pictures Inc., with development funding from the Canada Council for the Arts. Lucas Meeuse (The Legacy of Cloudy Falls) and Izad Etemadi (Cyrus and Chels) serve as producers, while Robin Cass (Lilies) executive produces.
Lunar Sway centers on Cliff (Parker), who is struggling with his love life in a desert town when he unexpectedly connects with his estranged birth mother (Weil). After learning of his mom’s string of secrets, Cliff is led on a wild misadventure while also spending time with his love interest Stew (Smith), a mysterious dentist.
The film is continuing the casting process and aims to begin shooting in September. Lunar Sway marks Butler’s sophomore directorial feature following The Legacy of Cloudy Falls, which is...
- 5/29/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“I’ve been to Cannes with films that won the Palme D’or; others have done quite well, and some have really not done well. I know the A to Z of Cannes emotions — but it’s always such a pleasure to be there. And it’s very important to this art form that we all love.”
Important words from Kinds of Kindness star Willem Dafoe about how it really feels to attend the world’s most iconic film festival as a veteran who has fielded varying levels of kindness from the Cannes crowd over the years — not to mention differing durations of those much buzzed-about standing ovations.
As the 77th edition comes to a close, emotions were high and the love for the art form seemed stronger than ever as auteurs, stars, glitterati and industry insiders converged in the South of France for nearly two weeks of cinematic adventures...
Important words from Kinds of Kindness star Willem Dafoe about how it really feels to attend the world’s most iconic film festival as a veteran who has fielded varying levels of kindness from the Cannes crowd over the years — not to mention differing durations of those much buzzed-about standing ovations.
As the 77th edition comes to a close, emotions were high and the love for the art form seemed stronger than ever as auteurs, stars, glitterati and industry insiders converged in the South of France for nearly two weeks of cinematic adventures...
- 5/29/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Kevin Costner has had a few chaotic months in the past year. The actor-filmmaker ventured to work on his passion project of over two decades, Horizon: An American Saga. The actor also sparked controversy after his public fallout with Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone producers. Amidst these issues, the actor also went through a divorce.
After nineteen years of marriage, Costner and ex-wife Christine Baumgartner reportedly filed for divorce in 2023. The couple shared two sons and a daughter and dated for six years before tying the knot in 2004. The Dances With Wolves star reportedly went to actor and friend Billy Bob Thornton for support after his heartbreak.
Kevin Costner And Christine Baumgartner Divorced In 2023 Kevin Costner in Hidden Figures | Credits: Fox 2000 Pictures/Chernin Entertainment/Levantine Films
Actor-filmmaker Kevin Costner’s career and personal life has been a series of ups and downs. The actor won the Oscar for Best Director...
After nineteen years of marriage, Costner and ex-wife Christine Baumgartner reportedly filed for divorce in 2023. The couple shared two sons and a daughter and dated for six years before tying the knot in 2004. The Dances With Wolves star reportedly went to actor and friend Billy Bob Thornton for support after his heartbreak.
Kevin Costner And Christine Baumgartner Divorced In 2023 Kevin Costner in Hidden Figures | Credits: Fox 2000 Pictures/Chernin Entertainment/Levantine Films
Actor-filmmaker Kevin Costner’s career and personal life has been a series of ups and downs. The actor won the Oscar for Best Director...
- 5/29/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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