Depp’s possible return to Pirates of the Caribbean

Pirates of the Caribbeanis one of Disney’s most beloved live-action franchises and there is discussion of more films in the franchise and Johnny Deppmight return as Captain Jack Sparrow.

Disney Studio Motion Picture Production president Sean Bailey, speaking with theNew York Times, teased the story for the next film as well as addressed the possibility for Depp’s return. While he didn’t confirm the actor would appear, his answer seemed to leave the door open.

“We think we have a really good, exciting story that honours the films that have come before and also has something new to say,” Bailey said.

And then, specifically about Depp, Bailey said he was “noncommittal at this point.”

Lionel Messi docuseries in the works

Apple TV+ announced a four-part documentary from Smuggler Entertainment about Argentine soccer starLionel Messi.

The new series was filmed in Paris, Qatar and Argentina, and explores Messi’s five FIFA World Cup appearances, culminating with his World Cup Qatar win in 2022.

“In his own words, Messi tells the definitive story of his incredible career with the Argentina national football team, providing an intimate and unprecedented look at his quest for a legacy-defining World Cup victory,” an official description reads.

Messi and the Argentina national soccer team beat Franceto win the World Cup in Qatarin December 2022. The docuseries also features personal interviews with Messi, alongside conversations with teammates, coaches, competitors, devout fans and commentators.

Return of the Jedi 40th anniversary collection

Back in 1983,Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance defeated Emperor Palpatine and the Galactic EmpireinStar Wars: Return of the Jedi. To honour the 40th anniversary of the conclusion of the original trilogy of Star Wars films,Fossilhas released a new wave of merchandise, which includes watches, bracelets and more.

As per the press release, “The second instalment of the Star Wars x Fossil launches with four limited-edition timepieces. Each individually numbered watch is packaged in a collector’s box — showcasing cinematic sound effects, comic-book-style-inspired illustrations, and a replica movie ticket pin — andfeatures quintessential imperial details, including: The Darth Vader watch, the Stormtrooper watch, the TIE Fighter watch, the Boba Fett watch, Darth Vader backpack and much more at the official Fossil website.”

Published in Dawn, Young World, June 17th, 2023

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