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Dune: The Sisterhood, a female-focused take on the Frank Herbert novel “Dune” has been ordered by the upcoming WarnerMedia streaming service!

Denis Villeneuve, who directed the upcoming film version of Dune, is directing the pilot episode, which will be written by Jon Spaihts. Production on the movie began in March with Timothee Chalamet in the lead role. It hits theaters on November 20, 2020.

Dune: The Sisterhood takes place in the same universe as the novel “Dune” and “explores the future through the eyes of a mysterious order of women: the Bene Gesserit. Given abilities by their mastery of the body and the mind, the Bene Gesserit expertly weave through the feudal politics and intrigue of The Imperium, pursuing plans of their own that will ultimately lead them to the enigmatic planet Arrakis — known to its inhabitants as Dune,” according to THR.

“The Bene Gesserit have always been fascinating to me. Focusing a series around that powerful order of women seemed not only relevant and inspiring but a dynamic setting for the television series,” Villeneuve said in a statement.

Cate Blanchett is defending the lack of female directors at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival, arguing that change will come, but “not overnight.”

“There are several women in competition, and they’re not there because of their gender, they’re there because of the quality of their work, and we’ll be assessing them as film-makers, as we should be,” the 48-year-old actress expressed at the opening-day jury press conference for the festival (via The Guardian).

“A few years ago there were only two [female directors in competition],” Cate added. “The selection committee now has more women on board than in previous years, which will obviously change the lens through which the films are chosen. But these things are not going to happen overnight.”

“Would I like to see more women in competition? Absolutely. Do I expect and hope that that’s going to happen in the future? I hope so,” Cate continued. “But we’re dealing with what we have this year, and our role in the next almost two weeks is to deal with what is in front of us.”

Pictured: Cate joining her fellow jury members Lea Seydoux, Denis Villeneuve, Khadja Nin, Lea Seydoux, Chiara Mastroianni and Fan Bingbing at the Gala Dinner for the Opening Ceremony at l’Agora during the 2018 Cannes Film Festival.

FYI: Cate is wearing an Armani dress, Chopard jewels and Charlotte Olympia shoes.

Mariska Hargitay walks the carpet while attending the 2018 ACE Eddie Awards on Friday (January 26) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

Some other actors that appeared at the event to honor the best of editing in film, television, and documentaries included Get Out‘s Betty Gabriel, The Goldbergs‘ Sam Lerner, and the event’s host Tichina Arnold.

Among the filmmakers in attendance were Baby Driver‘s Edgar Wright, Blade Runner 2049‘s Denis Villeneuve, and Breaking Bad‘s Vince Gilligan.

FYI: Sam is wearing an AllSaints tux jacket, shirt, and pants with Vince Camuto shoes.

Amy Adams poses on the red carpet before being honored on stage at the 2017 American Cinematheque Award Presentation on Friday (November 10) at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif.

The 43-year-old actress, who was joined by husband Darren Le Gallo, was the evening’s honoree and some of her celeb pals showed up to support her!

Some of the stars who honored her were Natalie Portman, Justin Timberlake, Nocturnal Animals co-stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Shannon, Charlie Wilson’s War co-star Tom Hanks, Chris Messina, and Arrival director Denis Villeneuve.

Amy ended her acceptance speech by talking about a moment she shared with her seven-year-old daughter Aviana, who reminded her about the magic of movies.

“She said, ‘I like movies because they allow my imagination to grow, and they make me feel like I’m dreaming even though I’m awake.’ And I loved that,” Amy said (via Variety). “I wanna thank you all tonight for making me feel like I’m living a dream even though I’m awake.”

FYI: Amy is wearing an Andrew Gn dress. Natalie is wearing a Dior Haute Couture ball gown. Justin is wearing Salvatore Ferragamo shoes.

25+ pictures inside of Amy Adams and more at the event… More Here! »

Director Denis Villeneuve has opened up about the underwhelming box office performance of Blade Runner 2049.

The flick, starring Harrison Ford and Ryan Gosling, has earned just $74 million in total in the US box office, rendering the film a bit of a disappointment in financial terms.

“As a filmmaker, I’m not arrogant,” Denis told Vulture. “People put a lot of money in the movie to allow me to make something like Blade Runner. They trusted me, and they gave me a lot of freedom, and they are friends. So of course I want the movie to be a success at the end of the day. It’s a long journey, but I want them not to lose money.”

Pictured: Harrison joining his co-stars Ana de Armas and Sylvia Hoeks, as well as director Denis at their Blade Runner 2049 press conference held at the Ritz-Carlton on Monday (October 23) in Tokyo, Japan.

FYI: Ana is wearing a Proenza Schouler dress with Christian Louboutin shoes. Sylvia is wearing Pallas.

Ryan Gosling suited up for another Blade Runner 2049 photo call!

The 36-year-old actor looked dapper at the event held on Wednesday (September 20) at Hotel Le Bristol in Paris, France.

He went for an all-brown ensemble with a cream knitted sweater underneath, accessorizing with a necklace featuring a gold circle.

Ryan was joined by his co-stars Harrison Ford and Ana de Armas, and director Denis Villeneuve.

The group has already hit Madrid, Spain, and Berlin, Germany during their Blade Runner 2049 press tour.

The sequel to Ridley Scott‘s other 1982 movie is on track to make $40 million in its opening weekend debut on October 6, THR reports. Be sure to check it out in theaters next month!

ICYMI, Ryan and Harrison recently dished on the highly secretive sequel and filming process.

FYI: Ryan is wearing Christian Louboutin shoes.

10+ pictures inside of Ryan Gosling, Harrison Ford, and more at the photo call… More Here! »