Sony and Warner Bros. are preparing for a heavyweight fight in Las Vegas, as both studios seek state funding to build rival production facilities. The companies are looking to expand their footprint outside of Los Angeles, and Las Vegas is only 75 minutes away by plane. As with nearly all location decisions, the key factor … Read more
SF Studios is set to co-produce and distribute “Kalevala: The Story of Kullervo,” a big-budget historical drama based on Finland’s national epic “Kalevala” which will be directed Antti J. Jokinen (“Helene,” “Purge”). Nordic stars Elias Salonen (“Adults,” “Siege”) and and Eero Aho (“The Unknown Soldier”) are set to star in leading roles. Johanna Enäsuo and … Read more
Vince Vaughn believes Hollywood execs are too cautious nowadays when it comes to financing the type of R-rated comedies that launched his career. Vaughn — known for comedy films such as “Swingers,” “Old School” and “Wedding Crashers” — shared his thoughts on the decline of raunchy R-rated comedies during a recent appearance on “Hot Ones.” … Read more