Dark Universe Monster Movie Fancasting. The Dark Universe has officially launched – now that Dracula Untold is being ignored – and it’s already off to a shaky start. While The Mummy is likely to break even in a financial sense, there’s no doubt that it’s been a disappointment, both to fans and the studio. The Tom Cruise headliner has received weak reviews and underwhelming domestic box- office, and even though Universal Studios has announced a whole slate of movies featuring their classic monsters in one shared world, there doesn’t seem to be much audience excitement surrounding them. There’s still time to course correct, and if the forthcoming movies manage to get viewers on board, then perhaps the franchise will have some legs.

The studio has also recruited A- list talent like Johnny Depp and Javier Bardem for The Invisible Man and Frankenstein’s Monster, respectively, so they’re definitely putting their money where their mouth is. Universal has a rich back catalogue of monster movies to choose from, and they’ll no doubt try to recruit big names to fill in the roles. They’ve already hinted at some actors they’d like to collaborate with, and there are key roles that fans would love to see certain performers take on. Time will tell if the Dark Universe will actually blossom, but in the meantime, let’s daydream about how good it could be. Charlize Theron – Bride Of Frankenstein.

Charlize Theron is an actress who likes to mix things up, and she’s equally at home in weighty dramas – think Dark Places or Monster — as she is with genre fare. It’s cake versus ice cream for Splatoon 2's first Splatfest and we’re streaming all the fun live on our Twitch channel. Come and join the mayhem! · Here's what to expect from Kylo Ren and Captain Phasma in The Last Jedi -- plus other details from the "dark side.".

Charlize Theron is an actress who likes to mix things up, and she’s equally at home in weighty dramas – think Dark Places or Monster — as she is with genre fare like Prometheus or Mad Max: Fury Road. Watch The Money Pit Online Hulu. This has helped her avoid typecasting while giving her a chance to play a wide variety of characters.

Her choices don’t always pan out, but even if the movie is disappointing, she’ll always bring her A- game. Bride Of Frankenstein will be a true test for the Dark Universe, because if it fails, the whole slate is potentially doomed. They certainly picked the right director in Bill Condon, but the most important part will be the casting of the Bride herself. While Angelina Jolie’s name has been thrown around, it seems unlikely; her interests seem to lie outside of movies these days (or behind the camera, if anything), so getting her to sign for a franchise is a big ask. Theron, on the other hand, would be perfect, since she has the acting skills and the respect of genre fans, and would be able to convey the tragedy of the role while delivering a memorable performance through the required make- up. Andy Serkis – The Creature From The Black Lagoon. Andy Serkis has come to define what can be achieved with motion capture performances thanks to his groundbreaking work as Gollum in the Lord Of The Rings series.

Since then, he’s built on that with scene- stealing work in 2. King Kong and as Caesar in the rebooted Planet Of The Apes series, in addition to working steadily outside the motion capture suit in movies like Avengers: Age Of Ultron. Despite many attempts over the years, Universal have struggled to reboot The Creature From The Black Lagoon. Directors like Joe Dante, John Landis and John Carpenter have all tried their hand with it, but it’s always fallen apart. Gill- Man is still an icon though, so the Dark Universe will almost certainly dust him off. When they do, he’ll likely be realised with CGI motion capture, and there’s no better actor to reinvent him than Serkis. When it comes to this style of acting, he’s at the top of the game, and if anyone can reinvent the character – and give him a hint of humanity – it’s him.

Gary Oldman – Van Helsing. There were whispers a few years ago of Tom Cruise being in the running for a Van Helsing reboot, leading to rumors his character in The Mummy would eventually be revealed as the famous vampire hunter. Watch Crystal Skulls Online (2017) on this page. This didn’t turn out to be the case, leaving the role wide open. Watch Las Edades De Lulu Mediafire. Probably. While it would be easy to reinvent the character as a younger, Tom Hardy- style action hero, going a more traditional route would be more interesting.

The character is typically depicted as older, with actors like Peter Cushing and Anthony Hopkins coming to define certain aspects of Van Helsing. With that in mind, Gary Oldman would be an excellent addition. Not only would he take a well- travelled role and inject it with something fresh, he’d also be tipping a hat to his time playing Dracula himself in Francis Ford Coppola’s 1. Oldman is no stranger to franchises after The Dark Knight Trilogy and Harry Potter, and it would be nice to have a seasoned pro giving the series a grounding, no matter how silly things get.

Nicholas Hoult – Count Alucard. Son Of Dracula was the last in Universal’s Dracula trilogy and features Count Alucard getting into all sorts of mischief. Despite the title, the movie seems to imply the character actually is Dracula himself, but in the years since, the concept of Alucard being the son of Dracula has been used in various movies, books, and games, such as Castlevania: Symphony Of The Night. Despite being one of the lesser known entries in the original Universal Monsters franchise, Son Of Dracula is notable for including the first onscreen instance of a vampire turning into a bat. If the Dark Universe flourishes into a major franchise, it’s easy to imagine Alucard will turn up eventually. His casting will likely be dependent on who plays Dracula, but Nicolas Hoult could be a strong contender. He’s an actor on the verge of a star- making role, he’s shown he can act under heavy makeup from his time playing Beast in the X- Men prequels, and his performance in Kill Your Friends shows he can nail the charming side of a monstrous character.

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Jennifer Lawrence – Dracula’s Daughter. Universal appears eager to hire the biggest names possible for the Dark Universe, and they’ve already mentioned Jennifer Lawrence as someone they’d be eager to work with.

Since she’s currently one of the biggest stars in Tinseltown, it seems likely that her phone will ring eventually, and the part they offer had better be something cool. Part of the appeal of taking part in this rebooted series would be the chance to play a classic monster, and it’s doubtful the role of a love interest would be something Lawrence would be attracted to. Dracula’s Daughter was the follow- up to 1.

Dracula and follows his daughter – Countess Zeleska – as she tries to break his curse, but she usually ends up failing and drinking blood regardless. There’s plenty of scope to reinvent the concept for the modern day, however; she could be hero, a villain, or somewhere in between, and she could turn into a key figure in the Dark Universe. Since the character isn’t a big name like the other heavy hitters, an actress of Lawrence’s status may be needed to attract audiences. Ryan Gosling – The Hunchback Of Notre Dame.

The Hunchback Of Notre Dame has been adapted many times in the past, including Universal’s attempt, which dated all the way back to 1. The plot is as much a love story as a horror movie, and it will be interesting to see how the Dark Universe tries to reinvent the character for modern viewers. Ryan Gosling could be a unique choice for Quasimodo for a couple of reasons. He’s no stranger to a love story, but the movie would allow him to bypass his matinee idol looks under layers of heavy make- up. He’s another actor who’s managed to avoid typecasting by constantly switching up genres and characters, and he’d no doubt relish the challenge of acting through monster make- up. He’d also be able to perform the dramatic side of things while performing any stunts required; since the Dark Universe is putting the focus on action, the number of setpieces might be bumped up.

Benicio Del Toro – Renfield. Renfield is an important supporting character in Dracula, being a mental patient with a fondness for eating insects and birds.

It’s eventually discovered that he’s under the influence of Dracula himself, who tempts him with an offer of immortality if he does his bidding.

How to Break Up With Your Therapist. In terms of tricky conversations, telling a therapist you’re planning on ending therapy can feel nearly as stress- inducing as breaking up with a significant other, or quitting a long- term job. But take solace in the fact that, unlike romantic partners, therapists are professionals who are well equipped to deal with these sorts of situations. So, whether you’re ending counseling because you don’t mesh well with the therapist or because you feel you’ve come to a resolution of the problem you came in to deal with, you’re unlikely to shock them.

Stress is an unpleasant fact of life. We all experience it for various reasons, and we all try to…Read more Read“Therapists are used to—and trained in—having conversations with people about what’s working and what isn’t,” says Deborah R.

Glasofer, a New York City- based clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy. By broaching the idea of leaving with your therapist, rather than anger or pushback, you’re likely to get either agreement from the therapist and a game plan on how to terminate, or “you could end up with a better collaboration, or a referral for a different kind of treatment,” Dr. Glasofer says.(Note: Here we’re focusing on ceasing talk therapy and counseling, and not on psychiatric treatment. If you’re under psychiatric care, and are considering changing medication—or are otherwise in treatment for a condition that puts you at risk of harming yourself or others—make sure to get advice from your psychiatrist or primary care doctor.)Cognitive restructuring is a core part of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). CBT is one of the…Read more Read. How to Tell If It’s Time to Move On“Think about whatever problem brought you to therapy.

If you feel like it’s been resolved or you’ve gotten the skills you need to deal effectively with the symptoms, it may be time to leave,” Dr. Glasofer says. “Especially if you’ve felt stable for a while.”(But she notes, even if you’ve checked off all those boxes, you still may want to stay with therapy, but “shift the focus.”)Another reason to end therapy, of course, is when you’re not happy with your specific therapist. Sometimes it’s just stormy from the beginning,” says Sharon Peled, a psychologist and Pys. D, who’s currently training in psychoanalysis, who has practiced in both New York and Israel. A therapist who is condescending or patronizing is not worth going to, but sometimes even without egregious behavior, a therapist can be triggering to a patient, or the chemistry can just be off.

We all have tiny rituals in our lives that help us get through the day and stay sane. Whether we…Read more Read“The patient might feel that the therapist reminds them too much of someone else with whom they have a difficult relationship,” says Dr. Peled. “Sometimes even we as therapists have a hard time admitting that we’re not the right fit for someone.” In that case, it’s often up to the patient’s instincts. But note: sometimes feeling “bad” after therapy, is just part of the process. It may take a few sessions to realize whether that feeling is just the after- effect of some deep exploration, or a response to a therapist that just isn’t right for you.

How To Bring Up the Subject With Your Therapist“It’s always better to do it in person,” says Dr. Glasofer. If you’re someone who’s very anxious about talking about leaving, it can be helpful to text or email the therapist in advance to let them know that you want to discuss therapy and where it’s going. Last weekend, I went to Dragon Con, the biggest geek party in Atlanta, to party it up with other…Read more Read. Dr. Peled recently had an experience when, while away from her office, a patient sent her a hostile text saying they weren’t missing therapy at all.

That’s an example of how not to end therapy,” she says. A healthy way to do it is to have a conversation. It’s a process.”“Try to be as direct and open about your concerns,” says Dr.

Glasofer. Giving the Right Amount of Notice. All the therapists we spoke with (one of whom preferred to remain anonymous), stressed the importance of not just “ghosting” your therapist.“I would discourage everybody from stopping abruptly unless a boundary has been crossed or they question ethics of the person,” Dr. Glasofer says. Therapy—like most other interpersonal relationships—needs closure. But the way you phase out therapy can depend on the type of therapy, and how long you’ve been seeing a therapist, say the professionals.

If you think you’re having a mental health issue, but don’t feel ready to find a therapist (or…Read more Read. If you’ve seen someone fewer than three times, emailing and ending is probably fine. If it’s been more, you may want to ask them how they like to handle ending therapy. If you’re in psychoanalysis, for example, which is a long- term, insight- oriented field, they’ll probably want to take more time to reflect on the end of therapy, but if you’re doing therapy that’s more focused around a certain behavioral issue, a shorter culmination may make more sense. Dr. Peled says ideally she’d have two months to wrap up therapy for a child patient, and four to six months for an adult. It’s like a mourning process—there’s denial, negotiation, acceptance.. We want enough time to find out what gifts we’ve given each other.

It takes time, and it needs time,” she says. We all deal with anxiety in some form or another, whether it's when you're pulled over by …Read more Read. Dealing with Pushback. If you’ve met the goals that were set out, you may be pleasantly surprised to find your therapist agreeing that it makes sense to stop therapy. If they don’t agree, listen to their reasoning, and take some time to figure out whether their recommendation makes sense to you. If you feel uncomfortable, you can always email or leave a voicemail ending your therapy, the professionals say.“Ultimately, it’s your therapy.

It’s your place to end it,” says Dr. Glasofer. Plus, she says: “It’s not going to be successful therapy if you don’t want to be there.”Depending on where you go to college, there’s a good chance you shell out good money every semester …Read more Read. Remember: You Can Always Resume At Another Date. Therapeutic relationships end, but they also often resume. Some people like to come in and touch base on occasion—almost like getting a booster shot,” says Dr. Glasofer. “Sometimes there’s a new life stressor that presents itself.

You don’t need to go back to the same person of course, but you can always come back to therapy.”.