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    Christopher Nolan to debut “Oppenheimer” IMAX trailer with “Avatar 2”

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    This image released by Universal Pictures shows Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer in a scene from the film "Oppenheimer," written and directed by Christopher Nolan. (Universal Pictures via AP)

    By Lindsey Bahr

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    Christopher Nolan is ready to show the world the first full-length trailer for his new epic " Oppenheimer " and he's doing so in the splashiest way possible: With an exclusive IMAX spot in front of "Avatar: The Way of Water."

    The "Oppenheimer" trailer will debut globally on IMAX screens playing the "Avatar" sequel, which begins its theatrical run Thursday. It will not be made available online and is distinct from the trailer that will show on non-IMAX screens.

    Nolan's film, about the enigmatic, Harvard-educated theoretical physicist who helped develop the first atomic bomb, is based on Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography "American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer," and stars Cillian Murphy in the title role. The thriller explores the paradox of the man who infamously called himself the "destroyer of worlds."

    "The immersive quality of IMAX is massively important in transporting the audience into the mind and experience of this person who forever altered our world," Nolan said in a statement to The Associated Press.

    The star-studded cast includes Emily Blunt as Katherine "Kitty" Oppenheimer, his wife, a biologist and botanist, Matt Damon as Manhattan Project director General Leslie Groves Jr. and Robert Downey Jr. as Lewis Strauss, a founding commissioner of the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission. Rami Malek, Florence Pugh, Benny Safdie, Michael Angarano, Josh Hartnett and Kenneth Branagh are also among the large ensemble.

    Nolan and cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema (who collaborated on "Dunkirk," "Tenet" and "Interstellar") used a combination of IMAX 65mm and 65mm large format film to shoot the film, which also boasts the first ever use of IMAX black and white analog photography for some sections.

    In an interview with Total Film magazine this week, Nolan said that they recreated the Trinity test, the first successful detonation of a nuclear weapon, without the use of CGI. He also said it's one of the most challenging projects he's ever undertaken.

    Universal Pictures plans to release "Oppenheimer" exclusively in theaters on July 21.

    Lindsey Bahr is an AP film writer

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    Rachael Harris to return as host of Locations Managers Guild International Awards

    Wednesday, July 9, 2025
    Rachael Harris

    Actress and producer Rachael Harris, known for her performances in shows like “Goosebumps” and “Lucifer” and the feature film “The Hangover,” returns to host the 12th Annual Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) Awards, bringing her quick wit and talent to the star-studded event. The awards gala will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage Performing Arts Center in Santa Monica.

    LMGI president John Rakich said of Harris, “Her wit, warmth, and undeniable charm brought such energy to last year’s show, and we couldn’t be happier to have her return. Rachael’s genuine appreciation for the work of location professionals makes her the perfect ambassador for our celebration.”

    Harris, well-known for roles in television and movies, has worked on productions in many locations. Her career started when she joined the sketch comedy group The Groundlings. From there, she went on to television as a correspondent on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.” Her additional TV credits include “Surviving Jack,” “Friends,” “Frasier,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Modern Family,” “New Girl,” “Ghosts,” “Fantasy Island” and “Suits.” She most recently stars as Nora in Disney+’s “Goosebumps” and on “Leverage: Redemption.”

    Harris has appeared in many theatrical films, including “The Hangover,” “Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story,” “Old Dads,” and the original three “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” movies. She has also appeared in several of Christopher Guest’s largely improvised ensemble comedies “Best in Show,” “A Mighty Wind” and “For Your Consideration.”

    The LMGI Awards honor the outstanding and creative contributions of location professionals... Read More

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