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Ryan Murphy’s The Prom to Cast Meryl Streep Nicole Kidman as the Lead

Published

5 years ago

June 27, 2019

Ryan Murphy has announced to cast Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman as the lead in his feature film adaptation of his musical ‘The Prom’. Apart from these two actors, Murphy will also cast Awkwafina, Keegan-Michael Key, James Corden, and Andrew Rannells in his upcoming film. The shooting for The Prom will begin by December and Ryan Murphy would eye on 2020 awards season to win a number of awards for his film.

The Prom revolves around the life of a lesbian who has experienced exclusion from her prom for which she wanted to take her girlfriend with her to fight for LGBTQ rights. Then, four Broadway stars join them to help them gain popularity. Meryl Streep will play the role of Dee Dee Allen in the film. All the fans have already expressed their excitement after knowing about the musical’s casting. Each and every actor for the film has been cautiously selected by Ryan Murphy.

There is news about Ariana Grande’s joining the cast as Alyssa in the film. However, nothing has been confirmed by Murphy. The film will be produced by Murphy with Alexis Woodall, Bill Damaschke, and Dori Berinstein. And the screenplay will be written by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin. In addition to this, Chad Beguelin will also work on composing music and writing lyrics with Mathew Sklar.

There are high chances that Ryan Murphy’s film will bring Oscar Nominations For Ariana Grande, James Corden, Nicole Kidman, Meryl Streep. All the actors are highly popular for their acting skills. And the content of the upcoming film has already caught the headlines around the world.

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“The Firing Squad”: I Cried Buckets of Tears

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6 days ago

April 25, 2024

Jonathan Grilli

Sitting in the dimly lit theater, I had no idea what to expect as the opening credits of “The Firing Squad” began to roll. Little did I know that I was about to embark on an emotional journey that would leave me reaching for tissues and struggling to catch my breath.

The film follows the true story of three Christians facing execution by firing squad in a third world country. Directed by Timothy A. Chey, it features a stellar cast including James Barrington, Kevin Sorbo, and Cuba Gooding Jr. Each actor brings their character to life with such authenticity and depth that it’s impossible not to be fully immersed in their struggles and triumphs.

As the plot unfolded, I found myself drawn into a world of despair and desperation, but also one of unwavering faith and hope. The characters’ journey from darkness to light, from despair to redemption, resonated with me on a deeply personal level. I couldn’t help but be moved by their courage and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.

But it was the performances that truly stole the show. James Barrington’s portrayal of the protagonist’s internal turmoil was nothing short of mesmerizing, while Kevin Sorbo and Cuba Gooding Jr. delivered powerhouse performances that left me in awe.

And then there was the message of the film—that no matter how bleak the circumstances may seem, there is always hope. That even in our darkest moments, faith has the power to transform lives and bring about redemption. It was a message that hit me like a ton of bricks, leaving me with tears streaming down my face and a renewed sense of purpose.

As the credits rolled and the lights came up, I found myself struggling to put into words the impact that “The Firing Squad” had on me. All I could manage was, “I cried buckets of tears.” And I wasn’t alone. As I looked around the theater, I saw others wiping their eyes and exchanging emotional glances.

In the end, “The Firing Squad” wasn’t just a movie—it was an experience. An experience that left me feeling inspired, uplifted, and profoundly grateful for the power of cinema to touch the soul. And for that, I will be forever grateful.

The movie is set to premiere in the theatres worldwide on August 2, 2024. And this is definitely a must watch movie, reminding people of the strength of faith.