With a career spanning over fifty years, Harrison Ford is well past the point of feeling significant regret over any film, yet there is one that he immediately regretted making.

Since Star Wars took cultural control in the summer of 1977, Ford has become one of the biggest names in the film industry. Although he fervently hopes people will finally stop asking dumb questions about the franchise, it has remained a lasting source of success for him.

Blockbusters And Flops

Together with the Indiana Jones series, his two films as Jack Ryan (Clear and Present Danger and Patriot Games), and other blockbusters like The Fugitive and Air Force One, Ford has established himself as one of the most bankable leading men in modern cinema.

While he has never truly faded from the spotlight, the early 21st century proved more challenging commercially. The film Random Hearts from 1999 failed to resonate with audiences and was savaged by critics.

Should Have Known Better

Ford then made his debut as an executive producer with K-19: The Widowmaker, but it flopped massively. Likewise, Hollywood Homicide met the same fate. Only Robert Zemeckis' What Lies Beneath saw success during this lean period.

Regarding K-19, Ford admitted: "I had an audience, but they couldn't accept me as a Russian. That's understandable." And as for Hollywood Homicide? He had a bad feeling about it early on. "The script wasn’t ready when we started Hollywood Homicide," he told The Times. "I should have known better."

Extensive Cast

Ford starred in Hollywood Homicide opposite Josh Hartnett. The film also features an extensive cast, including Lena Olin, Bruce Greenwood, Isaiah Washington, Lolita Davidovich, Keith David, Gladys Knight, Smokey Robinson, and Lou Diamond Phillips.

The film was directed by Ron Shelton, who co-wrote the script with Robert Souza. The story is based on the true experiences of Souza, who was a homicide detective with the LAPD's Hollywood Division and also worked as a realtor in his last decade. It follows two LAPD detectives who, while juggling their police work, also engage in other careers while investigating the murder of an up-and-coming rap group.

Disappointment

The film was a disappointment both critically and commercially. With a gross of $51.1 million against a budget of $75 million, Hollywood Homicide flopped at the box office, and critics were predominantly negative.

A small silver lining: headlines about the film were not focused on the flawed script but rather on an alleged feud between Ford and his co-star Hartnett. Hartnett even referred to Ford as "the bane of my existence", claiming that the veteran constantly teased him during filming.

Frustration And Regret

However, Ford himself had no idea that there were any tensions on set. He signed on for the film because he wanted to try something different, and a light comedy seemed right for that.

Unfortunately, he did not voice his doubts about the weak script, and Hollywood Homicide left Ford with frustration and regret, particularly for not having leveraged his status to prevent the production from going forward with a script that was not ready to shoot.

The Old Guard 2 is now available on Netflix, and the reactions havenot been good. Of course, this doesn’t matter much to the streamer as long as the viewing figures are strong.

We will have to wait a bit longer for that, but franchise star Charlize Theron has little confidence that a third film will be made. She shared her thoughts in a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter.

No Idea

"[I have] no confidence in it," Theron stated. "One thing I’ve learned in this industry is that there are no guarantees. (...) We made the first film without an idea that there would be a sequel."

She continues: "We treated [The Old Guard 2] exactly the same way. I’m being completely honest when I say that we have no idea what that third film should even look like."

Director

If a third film does happen, it will not be with director Victoria Mahoney. She states that she is fully booked for the next 5 to 6 years with other projects.



Naturally, we first have to wait for the viewing figures. If they are good, it increases the chances for a sequel. Want to contribute? Then watch The Old Guard 2 on Netflix now. Alongside Theron, the film also features roles for Chiwetel Ejiofor, Matthias Schoenaerts, Uma Thurman, and more.

The emergency room of Pulse is officially closing. Netflix has decided to cancel the medical drama series after one season. The last episode, which was released in early April, now serves as the series finale. There has been no official statement from Netflix yet, but the news arrives simultaneously with the cancellation of The Residence, another short-lived title from the platform.

Pulse revolved around the doctors at the Maguire Medical Center in Miami, focusing on the complex relationship between Danny Simms and Xander Phillips as the central storyline. Their affair put pressure on the workplace, where life and death are daily matters. As colleagues processed the impact of their secret romance, they struggled with emotional and professional dilemmas.

Cast

The lead roles were played by Willa Fitzgerald and Colin Woodell. The cast also included names like Justina Machado, Jessie T. Usher, and Daniela Nieves. The series seemed to wrap up various storylines towards the end of the season, but many issues were left open for a potential continuation.

In the final episode, the emergency room's staff was restructured. Natalie Cruz had to step down from her dual position and watched as Patrick Sanchez was promoted to head of the department. That same Sanchez disregarded her recommendation for Danny as chief resident, instead opting for Dr. Elijah.

No Second Chances

Despite Pulse tapping into familiar themes, such as high-pressure relationships, moral dilemmas, and hospital rivalries, it failed to leave a lasting impression. Netflix's decision not to renew the series fits into a broader trend where new shows are given very little time to prove themselves.

In the YouTube -show Call Her Daddy Charlize Theron discusses her sex life openly. During the same conversation, she reflected on a painful experience from her early years in Hollywood.

The actress, whose new film The Old Guard 2 has just premiered on Netflix, shares that a famous director sexually intimidated her. Many years later, this same person reached out to her in a panic.

Incident

Theron comments: "The meeting took place in the nineties, when I thought I was going for an audition at the director's home. However, he was walking around in a silk pajamas. He offered me a drink and placed his hand on my knee."

"I didn't know what was normal in the industry at the time. I thought: 'Maybe this is how it goes here?' But on my way out, I already knew: I would never get that role. I was not there for my talent. I was there for one reason."

No Name

"When I shared this story with the world, he got nervous and sent me a letter trying to explain what supposedly happened and that I had misunderstood it." Still, Theron refuses to name him. She has a good reason for this. "I don't want to protect him, but I don't want the story to revolve around him. He knows exactly who he is. I actually find it nice that he's constantly stressed, not knowing if his name will ever be mentioned."

While fans eagerly await the third season of The Last of Us, lead actress Bella Ramsey is keeping busy. The British star has landed a new role in a completely different series. This news was confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter.

Bella Ramsey has been cast in the upcoming series Maya. In this British drama, she plays a teenage girl named Maya who, along with her mother (portrayed by creator Daisy Haggard), must go into hiding through a witness protection program. The two arrive in a small Scottish village, where their past quickly catches up with them.

Witnesses Under Pressure

It soon becomes clear that this is more than just a quiet restart in a village. Two assassins are on Maya and her mother’s trail, and it quickly becomes obvious that an old threat has never really left them. This series gives her the opportunity to showcase her talent in a genre quite different from the post-apocalyptic world of The Last of Us.

There is currently no streaming service linked to Maya for the international market. The series is being developed by British Channel 4, but given Ramsey's popularity, it seems like only a matter of time. Additionally, this series gives her the opportunity to showcase her talent in a genre quite different from the post-apocalyptic world of The Last of Us.

No Impact On Season Three

For those worried that this new project could disrupt The Last of Us, there's no need to worry. Filming for season three hasn't started yet and previous reports indicate that this time, the story will focus primarily on the character Abby (played by Kaitlyn Dever). Thus, Ramsey will still be involved, but she will not be the central figure in the new season.