Aaron Pierre demonstrates his training at the ‘Rebel Ridge' ‘boot camp'
Aaron Pierre talks about the process to understand his character, taking weapons training to fully portray a soldier in 'Rebel Ridge.'
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Los Angeles Times
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- Los Angeles Times
2025 Emmy predictions: Best TV movie
The panel's lack of enthusiasm for this category expresses itself in a drastic falloff after the first three contenders, as different from each other as TV movies can be. 'Rebel Ridge,' the intense actioner with a should-be star-making performance by Aaron Pierre, is at No. 1. Tied for second are the fourth 'Bridget Jones' movie, rom-com 'Mad About the Boy,' and 'Mountainhead,' which Lorraine Ali calls a 'billionaire satire.' 'We all gripe about this category every year,' acknowledges Tracy Brown, 'but I think the toughest thing … is the range of projects it encompasses, from the more blockbuster-skewing 'Rebel Ridge' to the more firmly indie 'Am I OK?'. And we all need to be OK with that.' Kristen Baldwin sums up the frustration on the part of some panelists: 'Suggestion: Change the name of this category to Nontheatrical Movies. The concept of a 'TV Movie,' as we once knew it, is dead.' Still, Matt Roush sees something to celebrate at the summit, saying 'Mountainhead' 'feels like a front-runner on pedigree alone,' citing its writing and direction by 'Succession's' Jesse Armstrong, and its starry cast. 'This darkest of farces is also frighteningly timely.' 1. 'Rebel Ridge'2. (tie) 'Mountainhead'2. (tie) 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy'4. 'Out of My Mind'5. 'The Gorge'6. 'G20'7. 'Am I OK?'
Geek Tyrant
2 days ago
- Geek Tyrant
Aaron Pierre Reportedly Eyed for James Bond Role in Next 007 Film — GeekTyrant
It looks like the search for the next James Bond is quietly heating up, and according to a new rumor, Lanterns star Aaron Pierre might be in the mix. The 31-year-old British actor is reportedly 'being considered' for the iconic role of 007, according to industry insider Daniel Richtman, who notes that while it's unclear if Pierre has officially met with producers, he's allegedly on the radar as Amazon MGM gears up for the next chapter of the long-running franchise. Richtman also claims that filming is tentatively expected to start sometime next year, though no director has been locked in yet. Pierre has been steadily rising through the ranks in recent years. After turns in Krypton , Old , and Brother , he earned acclaim for his performance in Barry Jenkins ' The Underground Railroad , and more recently landed the co-lead role of Green Lantern John Stewart in DC and HBO's upcoming series Lanterns . Of course, Pierre's name is just one of many that have been floated since Daniel Craig exited the role with No Time To Die . Long before that film even hit theaters, speculation swirled around a potential shake-up for the franchise, including the idea of casting a Black actor as Bond. Idris Elba was a fan-favorite for years but never truly pursued the role. Now, with Amazon MGM and producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman steering the next installment, it seems all options are back on the table, within certain boundaries. Deadline recently shared details from an internal memo at Amazon/MGM that emphasized, 'the spy will not change gender or nationality.' While Pierre has shown off a solid American accent in several roles, he is in fact a London-born Englishman, which checks that box. 'We are approaching every creative decision with James Bond, which Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson have so masterfully steered, with the greatest sense of responsibility,' said Amazon MGM Studios' Head of Film, Courtenay Valenti, following the announcement of Pascal and Heyman's involvement. 'Part of an elite group of producers who have developed and managed massive film franchises to box office success and critical acclaim, Amy Pascal and David Heyman are two of the most accomplished, experienced, and respected film producers in our industry.' Pascal and Heyman added in a joint statement: 'James Bond is one of the most iconic characters in the history of cinema. We are humbled to follow in the footsteps of Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson who made so many extraordinary films and honored and excited to keep the spirit of Bond very much alive as he embarks on his next adventure.' At this stage, it's still just rumor, but Aaron Pierre would certainly be a interesting choice to carry the torch. Whether or not he suits up in the tux, his name entering the conversation tells us that Amazon MGM is seriously exploring fresh, forward-thinking casting for Bond's next chapter. Would you be down to see Aaron Pierre as 007?
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Teyana Taylor praises Aaron Pierre's passion for her new album, ‘Escape Room'
Key Takeaways: Trending A deep dive into Will Smith's 'Just the Two of Us' and its lasting legacy 14 songs to add to your Father's Day playlist Ananda Lewis' sister shares that her dying wish was to see her son graduate: 'She did exactly that' Teyana Taylor's new project, Escape Room, blends music and film into a visual album experience. Aaron Pierre was 'hands-on' with the project, earning praise from Taylor for his passion and input. Taylor envisions her music being admired on stage like a Broadway musical. Teyana Taylor is full of the best surprises these days! After taking a five-year hiatus from music, she is back in go-mode and applying all the right pressure with her new single, 'Long Time.' The track's pulsating bass line melds into her raspy cooing of 'Should've been walked out this b**ch a long time' only for the beat to switch up, offering listeners a heart-wrenching vibe as she sings, 'Why won't you love me back to life?' The video, released on June 4, boasts two leading men: LaKeith Stanfield and the internet's latest obsession, Aaron Pierre. Taylor and the Rebel Ridge star sent fans into hysterics when they seemingly soft-launched their relationship on social media in celebration of his 31st birthday — but neither of them has explicitly given their close bond a title. Yet, as it turns out, their chemistry showcased in the visual is woven into the DNA of her upcoming album, Escape Room. The project is slated for release in August. In a new GQ feature published on Wednesday (June 11), the multihyphenate entertainer shared that Pierre played an integral role in supporting her during the creative journey. She dropped off her last LP, The Album, in 2020. Following its release, she parted ways with Def Jam Recordings. She has since resigned with the label. 'They came with a new team and a new plan. They made the proper choices to make sure they came back to me at their best,' said the infinitely talented creative. Speaking of the new body of work she crafted, Taylor said that Pierre 'd**n near EPed the album. He's so on top of it, and so involved, and so passionate in regards to the album.' The Mufasa: The Lion King actor is not just a sex symbol and on-screen gem; He also has an ear for music and appreciation for the little details. She shared, 'He would be like, 'Oh, yeah, that melody right there? That was fire.' I'm like, 'Thank you. I thought nobody was going to notice that,'' and gushed, 'He's a real big music head.' Furthermore, the Harlem-bred superstar shared, 'And just how hands-on he's been on this album with me has been really amazing to see. [Do] you ever sit back and be like, 'This person [doesn't] play about me'? I was like, 'Yeah, you need to be my leading man, because you understand every single song, every single emotion, [and] every single feeling, which [means] that on set, you're going to bring it.'' Taylor is already proving that she is an undeniable force on the big screen. Her movie roles include Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family and Straw, starring opposite Leonardo DiCaprio in One Battle After Another, and 2023's A Thousand and One, to name a few. Escape Room will join the year's catalogue of visual albums when it comes out later this summer, but Taylor is already imagining all the ways she wants fans to experience the world of her music. As told to GQ, she wants 'to eventually bring an album to Broadway.' But for now, 'I want my tours and my shows to feel like a musical on Broadway and not just a concert,' she said. With Escape Room, Taylor isn't just making a comeback; She's charting a new artistic experience. Blending music, film, and raw emotion, this project marks a new era of creative control. You Might Also Like Shannon Sharpe apologizes to Nicki Minaj after past comment sparks diss track response Tommy Davidson talks 'Martin' spinoff & why he loves working with Martin Lawrence: 'He's fearless like me'
