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The Whale: First look at Brendan Fraser and Sadie Sink as trailer is released

Darren Aronofsky-directed film marks Fraser’s return to the entertainment industry after a significant hiatus

The Independent UK

Brendan Fraser issues ‘almost an apology’ for ‘George of the Jungle’ Bay Bridge stunt

Watch out for that bridge!

Los Angeles Times

The Whale movie review: Darren Aronofsky’s shouty melodrama is both flabby and paper thin

Brendan Fraser does his best, but the script and characterisation let down even the best of the actors

Evening Standard

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Brendan Fraser in tears over The Whale's epic standing ovation at London screening

Actor Brendan Fraser broke down in tears at the UK premiere of his film The Whale in which he plays a 600-pound reclusive English teacher confined to a wheelchair

Daily Mirror

Brendan Fraser in tears as The Whale receives second standing ovation

‘Am I at Venice? 5 min standing ovation for Brendan Fraser’s masterpiece performance,’ audience member tweeted

The Independent UK

The Whale review: Brendan Fraser comeback is grossly manipulative to an effective degree

It’ll be no surprise if ‘Black Swan’ director Darren Aronofsky’s psychological drama wins a hatful of awards

The Independent UK

You need to watch the most epic apocalypse movie on Amazon Prime ASAP

Darren Aronofsky's epic is unlike any other biblical movie ever made.

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Chris Hemsworth’s new production company lands National Geographic and Disney+ deal

The Thor star, 39, has teamed up with producer Ben Grayson on the new business focused on multiplatform content

Evening Standard

Brendan Fraser, Michael Keaton, and other Batgirl stars on cancellation: "I’d find myself crying"

The superhero stars have been opening up about their work vanishing overnight.

Inverse

Venice film festival 2022 week two roundup – discomfort and joy

A mood of theatricality prevailed at this year’s edition – a bleak but furiously cinematic Marilyn Monroe biopic and a forbiddingly austere French courtroom drama being the most distinctive offerings

The Guardian - UK

What happened to Brendan Fraser?

Hollywood's beloved action and comedy hero, Brendan Fraser, has made a comeback to the big screen after being away from the movie field for several years. His role in the new film The Whale, directed by Darren Aronofsky, landed him some heart-warming praise and got him a six-minute standing ovation…

Bangkok Post

The Whale review, Venice Film Festival: Brendan Fraser comeback is grossly manipulative to an effective degree

It’ll be no surprise if ‘Black Swan’ director Darren Aronofsky’s psychological drama wins a hatful of awards

The Independent UK

Why Brendan Fraser's Hollywood comeback story is both warming hearts and raising ire

Brendan Fraser returns to the big screen in The Whale, a new Darren Aronofsky film about a reclusive English teacher as he struggles with his health and tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter.

WEKU

Brendan Fraser: role taught me severely obese people are ‘incredibly strong’

The actor’s latest role in upcoming film The Whale has taught him some lessons

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The Independent UK

Dwayne Johnson says he’s ‘rooting’ for Brendan Fraser amid praise for The Whale

Fraser, 53, has won acclaim for his performance in Darren Aronofsky’s ‘The Whale’

Asharq Al-Awsat

Brendan Fraser Celebrated for Comeback Role in ‘The Whale’

Brendan Fraser is having a moment at the Venice International Film Festival. The once ubiquitous movie star of “The Mummy” franchise and “George of the Jungle” had, in the last decade, backed away from the spotlight.

Daily Mirror

Brendan Fraser sobs as comeback film The Whale receives six-minute standing ovation

Actor Brendan Fraser was given a rousing reception for his movie comeback The Whale which sees the former George of the Jungle star playing an overweight father who struggles to reconnect with his teenage daughter. The film had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival over the weekend

The Independent UK

The Whale review, Venice Film Festival: Brendan Fraser comeback is grossly manipulative to an effective degree

It’ll be no surprise if ‘Black Swan’ director Darren Aronofsky’s psychological drama wins a hatful of awards

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The Guardian - UK

The Whale review – Darren Aronofsky’s latest is a contrived disappointment

It’s hard to feel much sympathy for Brendan Fraser’s morbidly obese English teacher in this much anticipated but underwhelming return to movies

The Independent UK

Brendan Fraser celebrated for comeback role in 'The Whale'

Brendan Fraser is having a moment at the Venice International Film Festival

The Guardian - UK

Brendan Fraser: role taught me severely obese people are ‘incredibly strong’

Actor says lead role of Charlie in Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale is ‘most heroic man I have ever played’

Asharq Al-Awsat

At 90, the Venice Film Festival Looks Better than Ever

Cinema’s biggest stars just seem to shine a bit brighter at the Venice International Film Festival, which begins this week in the Northern Italian city. Think of Lady Gaga, a woman who has never shied away from a grand entrance, somehow topping even herself delicately perched over the edge of…

The Independent UK

At 90, the Venice Film Festival looks better than ever

For director and actor Olivia Wilde, the dream of the Venice International Film Festival was woven into the fabric of her new film, “Don’t Worry Darling.”

Asharq Al-Awsat

From Cruz to Blanchett: Venice Serves Up Film Festival Stars

The Venice Film Festival will welcome stars from Penelope Cruz to Cate Blanchett and host world premieres from directors Darren Aronofsky, Alejandro Inarritu and Luca Guadagnino, organizers said Tuesday. A total of 23 movies are in competition for the Golden Lion, the top prize awarded to the best film on…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Cannibals, Comedy and a Cinema Icon Share Venice Limelight

Cannibals, comedy and a cinema icon share Venice limelight A Marilyn Monroe drama, a cannibal road movie and a black comedy about family life are among the stories showcased at this year's Venice Film Festival. The world's oldest film festival, regarded as a launch pad for Oscar contenders as awards…

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