Tag: The Man Who Would Be King

  • Shekhar Kapur Reveals Theme of ‘Masoom’ Sequel (Exclusive)

    Shekhar Kapur Reveals Theme of ‘Masoom’ Sequel (Exclusive)

    Renowned filmmaker Shekhar Kapur (“Bandit Queen,” “Elizabeth”) has revealed the theme for the sequel to his 1983 directorial debut “Masoom.”Written by Gulzar (Oscar-winner for “Slumdog Millionaire” song “Jai Ho”), “Masoom” was an adaptation of Erich Segal’s 1980 novel “Man, Woman and Child.” It followed a happily married couple and their two daughters whose lives are…

  • Shekhar Kapur Sets Sequel to 1983 Directorial Debut ‘Masoom’ (Exclusive)

    Shekhar Kapur Sets Sequel to 1983 Directorial Debut ‘Masoom’ (Exclusive)

    Renowned filmmaker Shekhar Kapur (“Bandit Queen,” “Elizabeth”) is planning a sequel to his 1983 directorial debut “Masoom,” Variety can reveal.The film is titled “Masoom… The New Generation.” Details of the plot, studio and cast are under wraps at the moment.Written by Gulzar (Oscar winner for “Slumdog Millionaire”), “Masoom” was an adaptation of Erich Segal’s 1980…

  • The Man Who Would Be Caine [Be Reel Podcast]

    The Man Who Would Be Caine [Be Reel Podcast]

    Decades before he carried Batman’s breakfast, grunted “bah-humbug” at the Muppets, and launched a thousand mediocre Cockney impersonations, Michael Caine mostly played transgressors.Listen: Kasi Lemmons: The Power of Myth, History, And Black Love [Be Reel Podcast]In films like “Alfie” (1966), “The Italian Job” (1969), “Get Carter” (1971), and “The Man Who Would Be King” (1975),…

  • Sean Connery, Oscar Winner and James Bond Star, Dies at 90

    Sean Connery, Oscar Winner and James Bond Star, Dies at 90

    Sean Connery, the Scottish-born actor who rocketed to fame as James Bond and became one of the movies’ most popular and enduring international stars, has died. He was 90.Connery, long regarded as one of the best actors to have portrayed the iconic spy, was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2000 and marked his 90th…

  • Sean Connery: James Bond actor dies aged 90

    Sean Connery: James Bond actor dies aged 90

    Multiple award-winning Scottish actor best known for 007 role in seven spy filmsSean Connery, the Scottish actor best known for his portrayal of James Bond, has died aged 90. The cause is not yet known.He was admired by generations of film fans as the original and best 007, and went on to create a distinguished…