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Bill Murray Was Offered Jack Nicholson’s ‘Toni Erdmann’ Role
Bill Murray Was Offered Jack Nicholson’s ‘Toni Erdmann’ Role
Bill Murray Was Offered Jack Nicholson’s ‘Toni Erdmann’ Role
Over the weekend I had dinner with some friends (yeah, I don’t live in the internet; crazy, right?) and the topic of the Toni Erdmann remake came up, which led to brainstorming which writers and directors might be perfect for taking on a three-hour German father-daughter relationship comedy (Sarah Polley) — and which ones will likely wind up with the job (someone like Larry Charles or Paul Feig, I bet). And while Jack Nicholson emerging from retirement is super exciting, one friend suggested that, since the film doesn’t even have a script or director yet, Nicholson will back out at the last minute and the role will go to Bill Murray. As it turns out, what really happened was sort of the reverse.
Jack Nicholson Starring in American ‘Toni Erdmann’ Remake
Jack Nicholson Starring in American ‘Toni Erdmann’ Remake
Jack Nicholson Starring in American ‘Toni Erdmann’ Remake
While many were a little perturbed at the idea of an American remake of last year’s award-winning German-Austrian comedy Toni Erdmann, and that it’s happening so soon after the original was released, we have some extremely good news today: Jack Nicholson, whose last starring role was in 2010, has been set to star in our Toni Erdmann.
Peter Fonda: Jack Nicholson ‘Basically Retired’ From Acting
Peter Fonda: Jack Nicholson ‘Basically Retired’ From Acting
Peter Fonda: Jack Nicholson ‘Basically Retired’ From Acting
The last time was saw Jack Nicholson on the big screen was 2010, in James L. Brooks’ middling dramedy How Do You Know. He played a weaselly white-collar crook who asks his son to take the rap for a crime he committed, in a performance characterized by the usual Nicholsonian deviousness. The movie didn’t make too much of a splash, forgotten after a few weeks taking up space in cineplexes. That film may take on an unexpected tragic air in light of the breaking news that it may contain Nicholson’s swan song.
Heeeeeeeere’s Johnny! (And Some Facts About ‘The Shining’)
Heeeeeeeere’s Johnny! (And Some Facts About ‘The Shining’)
Heeeeeeeere’s Johnny! (And Some Facts About ‘The Shining’)
Today The Shining is hailed as one of the greatest horror movies ever made. But did you know Stephen King, the man who wrote the novel The Shining is based on, is not a fan of the movie? He told Playboy he was “deeply disappointed in the end result” in 1983. That’s just one of The Shining facts featured in the newest episode of You Think You Know Movies!
'SNL' 40th Anniversary Reveals Incredible Guest List
'SNL' 40th Anniversary Reveals Incredible Guest List
'SNL' 40th Anniversary Reveals Incredible Guest List
Merciful Zeus, if you thought Eddie Murphy returning to ‘SNL’ after 31 years for the 40th anniversary special on February 15 was big enough, wait until you get a load of the full roster. Rivaling turnout for the Emmys and Oscars combined, the upcoming ‘SNL’ reunion will feature everyone from legendary alumni like Bill Murray, Tina Fey and Chevy Chase, to favorite hosts like Alec Baldwin, and even Taylor Swift, why not!
Watch Jack Nicholson Prep for 'The Shining' Axe Scene
Watch Jack Nicholson Prep for 'The Shining' Axe Scene
Watch Jack Nicholson Prep for 'The Shining' Axe Scene
Stanley Kubrick’s ‘The Shining’ is inarguably one of the greatest horror films ever made (although many would argue—including Stephen King—that it’s not the best adaptation of its source material), featuring a ferociously great performance from Jack Nicholson. We’ve seen a lot of actors take the “method” approach, but it’s rare that we see their process as they prepare for a scene, especially one as intense as the famous axe scene from ‘The Shining.’ And thanks to this rare behind the scenes footage, you can watch how Nicholson got pumped up before he terrorized co-star Shelley Duvall.
NBC Staging 'A Few Good Men' Live
NBC Staging 'A Few Good Men' Live
NBC Staging 'A Few Good Men' Live
The mere mention of 'A Few Good Men' instantaneously elicits everyone's "you can't handle the truth" impression, but few remember that writer Aaron Sorkin original staged the show on Broadway before the famous Tom Cruise-Jack Nicholson film. Now, NBC looks to follow up its 'Peter Pan Live!' by returning to those Broadway roots, staging a live TV adaptation of 'A Few Good Men.'

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