Pandemic Times: Throwback To Acciaroli

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I lost the curliest hair competition that day, but I had my glass of Rosemary water, Mediterranean breeze on my face, and close friends and colleagues within 2 metres. I want to go back, I will go back, but for now, I'm just going to use my Rosemary Water enhanced memories to dream of next time. Disclaimer: Rosemary Water won't necessarily make your actual memories any more golden but it might just make now and tomorrow a whole lot clearer. Science says so. @no1Botanicals #RosemaryWater #PowerOfNature

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Just what we needed to kick off the weekend... a throwback to a beautiful island escape.

Henry shared the photo from last summer's filming of the No.1 Rosemary Water doc in Acciaroli, with a sense of nostalgia for pre-Covid-19 life.

We'll get it back!

You can see a few more recently released BTS in our wrap.

Learn more about the project at no1botanicals.com

Kal Reappears To Gives Us That Celeb Face, 'The Witcher' Production Update

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The incomparable Kal. Part dog, part bear, part pig and all soul. For those who don't know, this is Kal, he is an American Akita and he is an absolute gem. I've had him since he was 10 weeks old and we have been through thick and thin together. We actually spend so much time together, I'm not sure who imitates who anymore! And I'm pretty sure he'd be a strong contender for the world record for converting dog haters, takers or leavers, and fearers into dog lovers. #Kal #AmericanAkita

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For those of you missing this handsome face, he has reappeared!

As always, Kal looking ready for his next magazine shoot in this new pic shared by Henry.

After a five-month break, it appears cameras are rolling once again on the set of The Witcher and Kal no doubt will be joining Henry as production resumes outside of London.

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It’s T minus 3 min to ignition and lift off for our second run at Witcher S2. Everyone is being cautious but spirits are high. You’re looking out new covid communication system, reducing close contact among crew. Thank you Matt, Kelly Lauren and Netflix. @netflix @lbuffers @mattotoole @romain.lacourbas @netflix @aliceswire @henrycavill @khivju @frayaallen @kellyluegen

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The official filming restart date on Season 2 is Monday, so look for the latest news as we get it!

UPDATE (8/13)...

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Day 2.

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— Tom Canton (@Tom_Canton) August 14, 2020

'The Witcher' S2: Things Getting Ready To Go!

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Back to work on “The Witcher” with my brilliant writer and Showrunner, my friend and moral compass...Lauren Schmidt Hissrich. She’s our guiding light. #thewitcher @laurenhirsh @netflix

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First day back after mid spring lock down on Witcher S2. Learning to social distance with my show runner /Exec producer, Lauren Schmidt Hissrich. She can conjure narrative and character with a muscular control like the great Houdini. ⁦@LHissrich⁩ pic.twitter.com/HVHpuDPSd1

— Stephen D Surjik (@SSurjik) August 5, 2020

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A slow start to August but things are about to get a lot more exciting with The Witcher resuming production in England. Showrunner Lauren S. Hissrich teased she was back at work last week and now director Stephen Surjik confirms it. He shared these photos today.

First day back after mid spring lock down on Witcher S2. Learning to social distance with my show runner /Exec producer, Lauren Schmidt Hissrich. She can conjure narrative and character with a muscular control like the great Houdini. ⁦@LHissrich⁩ pic.twitter.com/HVHpuDPSd1

— Stephen D Surjik (@SSurjik) August 5, 2020

Director Sarah O'Gorman was also back at work and she talked about Season 2 in a new interview.

We talk to director Sarah O'Gorman about what to expect in The Witcher season 2, which has finally restarted filming: https://t.co/H2UJvt4Pt4

— Winter is Coming (@WiCnet) August 4, 2020

The official filming restart date is August 17 and the cast has been getting ready.

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Little bit of preprod today and now the countdown begins! ⚔️🖤

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Gearing up to rejoin the team @witchernetflix . Never felt more ready! 🐺⚔️ #TheWitcherNetflix #TheWitcher #Lambert

— Paul Bullion (@PaulBullionLive) July 30, 2020

Stay tuned for updates!

'The Witcher' Prequel Announced, Set To Film In The UK

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Some huge news on The Witcher front today!

Netflix just revealed a prequel is in the works. The Witcher: Blood Origin will be a six-part, live-action limited series from The Witcher universe:

Set in an elven world 1200 years before the world of The Witcher, Blood Origin will tell a story lost to time - the origin of the very first Witcher, and the events that lead to the pivotal “conjunction of the spheres,” when the worlds of monsters, men, and elves merged to become one. 

Here is the rest of the press release:

Declan de Barra will act as Executive Producer and Showrunner and Lauren Schmidt Hissrich will act as Executive Producer. 

Andrzej Sapkowski will serve as creative consultant on the series. Jason Brown and Sean Daniel from Hivemind, and Tomek Baginski and Jarek Sawko from Platige Films will all serve as executive producers. 

From Declan de Barra: “As a lifelong fan of fantasy, I am beyond excited to tell the story The Witcher: Blood Origin. A question has been burning in my mind ever since I first read The Witcher books - What was the Elven world really like before the cataclysmic arrival of the humans? I've always been fascinated by the rise and fall of civilizations, how science, discovery, and culture flourish right before that fall. How vast swathes of knowledge are lost forever in such a short time, often compounded by colonization and a rewriting of history. Leaving only fragments of a civilization’s true story behind. The Witcher: Blood Origin will tell the tale of the Elven civilization before its fall, and most importantly reveal the forgotten history of the very first Witcher.”

From Lauren Schmidt Hissrich: “I am so thrilled to collaborate with Declan and the Netflix team on The Witcher: Blood Origin. It’s an exciting challenge to explore and expand The Witcher universe created by Andrzej Sapkowski, and we can’t wait to introduce fans to new characters and an original story that will enrich our magical, mythical world even more.” 

From Andrzej Sapkowski: “It is exciting that the world of Witcher - as planned in the very beginning - is expanding. I hope it will bring more fans to the world of my books.” 

The Witcher: Blood Origin will shoot in the UK.

Stay tuned for updates on The Witcher: Blood Origin and Season 2 of The Witcher as we get them!

David Goyer Talks 'Man of Steel' For Comic-Con@Home

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Backstory Magazine's Jeff Goldsmith interviewed screenwriter David S. Goyer for "The Art of Adapting Comics to the Screen" Comic-Con @ Home panel.

Goyer described his creative writing process and provided insight into some of the most talked-about moments in the films he worked on, including Man of Steel.

He explained what went into constructing the father/son tornado sequence in the film.

He also talked about that memorable ending when Superman kills Zod.

Watch the Man of Steel portion of the interview below (starting at about 38:38).

You can also find Goyer's interview in "The Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith" podcast on iTunes or Spotify.

Thanks, Jeff!

Justice League: First Footage Of Superman In The Black Suit

Alfred's face, literally us... when Zack Snyder revealed the first footage of Henry Cavill in the black suit in the original Justice League!

Apparently, we'll get another peek from the film at DC FanDome next month. Check out the clip at about 31:43.

Zack gave a lot of other cool details during his appearance at Justice Con so make sure to watch the whole thing. His Justice League will premiere on HBO Max next year.

What Henry Is Reading Right Now: His Latest Post

Henry offering some Saturday inspiration in his latest Instagram post. Learn more about the author and his inspiration for the book in the video below.

'Justice Con' Set For This Weekend, Zack Snyder Teases Reveal

Justice Con is set for this weekend and director Zack Snyder is promising some surprises!

Join me and this awesome group of guests at Justice Con this weekend. There will be some great panels and just maybe a cool little reveal. See you this weekend! https://t.co/ynW8UB3C7F

— Zack Snyder (@ZackSnyder) July 23, 2020

Could it be a new clip from his original Justice League that's set to premiere on HBO Max next year?

We'll find out this weekend. Stay tuned for updates!

As promised, here it is everyone! The #JusticeCon schedule! See you all at 25th and 26th of July! #JC2020 #ReleaseTheSnyderCut pic.twitter.com/052fdDaeHa

— NQ Cole & Nana #JusticeCon ⭐️ 7/25-26 (@TheNerdQueens) July 14, 2020

Henry Busy, Busy, Busy During Quarantine

Who knew he was so crafty?!

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This kind of material isn't for everyone....viewer direction is advised. You may see a lot of parts that you haven't seen before. #PC #AllTheParts #AllNightLong

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