Martin Scorsese is venturing into a galaxy far, far away, with the legendary director set to voice a role in the upcoming "Star Wars" film, "The Mandalorian and Grogu," according to Variety. The film's official trailer has also been released, showcasing the adventures of Din Djarin and Grogu in a post-Empire galaxy. The film, directed by Jon Favreau, will see the duo assisting the New Republic against Imperial warlords.
The "Mandalorian and Grogu" film, a continuation of the hit Disney series "The Mandalorian," will follow Din Djarin (aka Mando) and Grogu (né the Child né Baby Yoda) as they navigate the galaxy. The cast includes Sigourney Weaver, Jeremy Allen White, and familiar Star Wars characters, according to Ars Technica.
In other entertainment news, Miley Cyrus is returning to her Disney roots, with the celebrated singer officially set to take part in the "Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special" on Disney+, according to Variety. The special is set for a March release. "Hannah Montana will always be a part of who I am," Cyrus stated, according to Variety. "What started as a TV show became a shared experience that shaped my life and the lives of so many."
Ethan Hawke weighed in on the current political debate at this year's Berlin Film Festival, pointing out that "the last place you probably want to look" for political commentary is a "bunch of jet-lagged, drunk artists," according to Variety.
In the realm of artificial intelligence, OpenAI acquired Peter Steinberger, creator of the open-source AI agent OpenClaw, signaling a shift in AI focus towards autonomous agents capable of executing tasks, according to VentureBeat. OpenClaw, which gained rapid adoption due to its ability to act rather than just converse, will transition to an independent foundation, though OpenAI will provide sponsorship. This acquisition highlights a move away from conversational interfaces towards agents that can browse, click, and complete tasks on users' behalf.
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