Bryce Dallas Howard Hopes to Bring Mace Windu Back from the Dead at Disney
In a recent development that has sparked excitement among Star Wars fans, actress Bryce Dallas Howard has expressed her interest in reviving the character of Mace Windu in a potential series. According to a report from Gizmodo, Howard, who has previously worked with Disney and LucasFilm, has discussed the possibility of bringing back the beloved character with the entertainment giants.
During her appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Howard revealed that she had spoken with Sam Jackson, the actor who played Mace Windu in the Star Wars prequels, about the potential project. As quoted by Gizmodo, Howard said, "Sam Jackson has been incredibly supportive of me and has told me many times that he would act in something that I directed, which is, like, I’m not worthy, basically. And then I went straight to Dave Filoni and I was like, ‘So, let’s just talk about Mace Windu and where he is. Can we just talk about this? Because, is he dead? Is he?’"
The Future of Mace Windu
The character of Mace Windu has been a fan favourite among Star Wars enthusiasts, and his demise in "Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith" was met with widespread disappointment. As reported by Gizmodo, Howard’s comments have sparked speculation about the possibility of Mace Windu’s return, with fans eagerly awaiting any developments on this front.
Other News from the Entertainment World
In other news, Gizmodo reports that the screenwriters Adam Simon and Tim Metcalfe are working on a contemporary reimagining of H.P. Lovecraft’s short story, "Herbert West: Reanimator". According to the publication, the project is currently in development, with Deadline providing further details on the story.
Meanwhile, director Dan Trachtenberg has discussed the development of the Predator’s alien language in the upcoming film "Predator: Badlands". As quoted by Gizmodo, Trachtenberg explained that the team worked with a language expert to create a structured and rule-based language for the Yautja, departing from the nonsensical language used in previous Predator films.
Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning
Additionally, Gizmodo reports that the upcoming film "Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning" will run for 2 hours and 49 minutes, making it the longest film in the Mission: Impossible franchise. According to Comic Book, the film’s runtime is second only to Tom Cruise’s "Magnolia".
More Updates from the World of Entertainment
Further updates from Gizmodo include the release of new clips from "Thunderbolts*", featuring Taskmaster, Ghost, Yelena, and U.S. Agent in a four-way brawl. The publication also reports on the latest TV spot for "Until Dawn", which showcases the film’s practical effects.
In the world of television, Gizmodo notes that Russell T. Davies discussed the casting of Rose Ayling-Ellis as a character named Aliss in the latest episode of "Doctor Who". According to the publication, Davies praised Ayling-Ellis’s performance and highlighted the importance of representation in the show.
Conclusion
As reported by Gizmodo, the entertainment world is abuzz with exciting developments, from the potential return of Mace Windu to the release of new films and television shows. With fans eagerly awaiting further updates, one thing is certain – the world of entertainment is full of surprises, and we can’t wait to see what’s next. As Gizmodo notes, fans can expect more updates on their favourite franchises, including Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek.
