Umberto is a senior film reporter at TheWrap, covering film & television development, agencies and talent. He joined TheWrap in 2016. He has been covering the fanboy beat & breaking scoops for 20 years with numerous Hollywood trade, newspaper and magazine mentions to his credit.
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‘Wolfs 2’ Starring George Clooney and Brad Pitt Canceled at Apple, Director Says
“I don’t know what I’m directing next, and I don’t think there’s going to be a ‘Wolfs’ sequel,” director Jon Watts reveals
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Fifth Season, Makeready Acquire AI Spec Script ‘Alignment’ in 7-Figure Deal
The deal is $1.25 million against $3 million if the film is made
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Samuel L. Jackson in Negotiations to Star in J.J. Abrams’ Next Film
The film stars Glen Powell, Jenna Ortega and Emma Mackey
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Robert Pattinson Joins Christopher Nolan’s Next Film
The film also stars Tom Holland, Matt Damon, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya and Anne Hathaway
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Daniel Craig Eyed to Star in Luca Guadagnino’s ‘Sgt. Rock’ at DC Studios
The script is being written by Justin Kuritzkes
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Sony Pictures, Legendary to End Film Distribution Partnership | Exclusive
The deal will conclude at the end of 2024 as both parties agreed not to renew
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Cynthia Erivo’s Edith’s Daughter Banner Signs First-Look Deal With Universal Pictures
“Cynthia’s world-class talent is matched only by her unwavering commitment to authenticity, representation, and empathy,” Peter Cramer, President of Universal Pictures says
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Emma Mackey to Star Opposite Glen Powell in J.J. Abrams’ Next Film
The untitled mystery project is for Warner Bros.
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Bleecker Street Acquires David Mackenzie’s Whistleblower Thriller ‘Relay’
The film stars Riz Ahmed, Sam Worthington and Lily James
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Zack Snyder to Direct Untitled LAPD Action Film for Netflix
Snyder will also co-write the script with frequent collaborator Kurt Johnstad
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Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx Are ‘Back in Action’ in First Trailer for Netflix Buddy Film
The film, Diaz’s first since 2014, drops Jan. 17, 2025
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Netflix VP of Film Niija Kuykendall to Exit
The exec will leave at the end of the year following a transitional period
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Lupita Nyong’o Joins Christopher Nolan’s Next Film
The untitled project will have its Imax release on July 17, 2026
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Lena Dunham to Write Sam Bankman-Fried Film for Apple and A24
The film will be based on Michael Lewis’ bestselling book “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon”
