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Jamie Foxx’s New Film “The Burial”: What We Know

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Although this one was filmed prior to his health scare, Jamie Foxx is back in action. The award-winning, multifaceted entertainer has been on hiatus for months after being hospitalized for a mysterious medical complication. The actor has assured his supporters that he’s doing much better, and as he continues to recover, Foxx is now ushering in the rollout of his latest film, The Burial.

A teaser trailer has also made its way to the internet, and while it doesn’t divulge much of the storyline, we do have some insights. The Burial pulls its inspiration from a true life court case involving eclectic lawyer Willie E. Gary. He was known for his elevated tone, radical energy, and monumental victories against million-dollar companies. Foxx’s film is loosely based on Gary’s triumph against the Loewen Group, and in the feature, the actor portrays the determined counselor.

The Million-Dollar Case

This film takes us back to the mid-1990s as Jeremiah O’Keefe, the owner of a funeral home, hires Willie E. Gary. O’Keefe and the Loewen Group, a more substantial funeral company, had a contract that hadn’t been honored. With Gary’s help and leadership, O’Keefe sued Loewen, and it spelled a huge judgment to the tune of $500 million dollars. However, reports also state that it was later settled for $175 million. This would also ultimately unravel all the white-collar crimes that fall through the corporate cracks.

Further, the case would spell the end of the Loewen Group, and The Burial aims to tell the tale. Albeit, much more dramatically and with Foxx standing alongside fellow icon Tommy Lee Jones, who appears as the distraught O’Keefe. “We gotta go to war,” Foxx is seen passionately delivering in a teaser provided to The Root. “‘Cause that’s what I think litigation is. Litigation is war, it’s a battle. A battle to the death, and I’m not talking about no bullshit either. I’m talking about some Jean-Claude Van Damme, ass-kicking sh*t!”

The character adds: “Now, I know y’all looking at me crazy, but that’s how I like to get. And if we don’t get crazy with these motherf*ckers—I’m telling you. This Loewen Group, they powerful. Gotta lotta money, gotta lotta influence. They have everything that we don’t. But we not gon’ let them intimidate us.”

The Burial Arrives Next Week

If you’re looking for a break from Halloween-centered features, then The Burial is for you. Considering Foxx and Jones are just two of the noteworthy talents involved, it’s set to be a hit, regardless of the season. You can stream the movie on Prime Video upon its release on Friday, October 13. It is unclear if this will be Foxx’s last release for some time, as he continues to recover from his ailment that left him hospitalized. Still, his fans continue to wish him well. Make sure to check out both teaser trailers for The Burial above.

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WATCH: Tommy Lee Jones and Jamie Foxx Team in New Trailer for ‘The Burial’

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Tommy Lee Jones and Jamie Foxx Team in New Trailer for 'The Burial'

Mark your calendars for Oct. 6 as THE BURIAL hits select theaters, followed by a global streaming release on Prime Video starting Oct. 13. The official trailer for this highly anticipated film, featuring Tommy Lee Jones and Jamie Foxx, has just been unveiled.

Inspired by true events, THE BURIAL tells the gripping story of Jeremiah O’Keefe (Tommy Lee Jones), a funeral homeowner, who seeks the assistance of charismatic attorney Willie E. Gary (Jamie Foxx) when a handshake deal takes a sour turn, threatening his family business. As their partnership unfolds, a unique bond forms between the two, unraveling tales of corporate corruption and racial injustice.

Directed by Maggie Betts and brought to life by a talented cast including Jurnee Smollett, Mamoudou Athie, Pamela Reed, Bill Camp, Alan Ruck, and more, THE BURIAL promises to be an inspirational and triumphant cinematic experience.

With a screenplay by Doug Wright and Maggie Betts, based on The New Yorker article by Jonathan Harr, this film is set to captivate audiences with its powerful narrative. Produced by a stellar team of industry veterans, “THE BURIAL” is primed to be a must-watch this fall.

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Pamela Anderson Memoir: Actress Didn’t Know Tommy Lee’s Last Name During 1995 Elopement

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Pamela Anderson is everywhere lately. Ahead of her memoir, Love, Pamela‘s debut this week, the mother of two has been making rounds in the press. Specifically, she’s spilling tea about everything from her iconic role in pop culture to her tumultuous love life.

Previously, excerpts from the book surfaced online revealing just some of the juicy gossip to come. The Baywatch starlet claims that she was flashed by Tim Allen on the set of Home Improvement. She also says she helped a famous actor finish during a threesome at the Playboy Mansion without using anything more than her eyes. Additionally, she also has a documentary on Netflix providing some visual aid to her beautiful storytelling.

One of the most well-known romances in Anderson’s life was her whirlwind marriage to Tommy Lee. As Page Six notes, they wed in 1995 during a trip to Mexico, having only known one another for a few days. According to a recounting in her memoir, the 55-year-old didn’t even know her beau’s last name when they eloped.

“On the flight home, I asked him what our last name was, and he said, ‘Lee,’” she writes. “I said, ‘Oh, I thought it was Tommy Lee … something. Jones?’” Anderson’s next question for the musician was where he lives, to which he replied, “Malibu Road.”

Of course, their decision to wed was undeniably sudden, but the Canadian-born bombshell doesn’t regret her decision. Her mother, however, was less than pleased to have missed out on her only daughter’s big day in a white dress. “She couldn’t believe I had gotten married, cried that she had always dreamed of being at her only daughter’s wedding,” the author recalls.

Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson during 1999 MTV Music Awards Party at Lincoln Center in New York City, New York, United States. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc)

Anderson admits that it was “definitely out of character” for her to run away with Lee. Still, she maintains that she was “genuinely happy” and “lost in a sea of love” with him. Their first son, Brandon, was born in 1996. His little brother, Dylan, was born in 1997.

By 1998, the famous couple went their separate ways. According to the Barb Wire lead, their marriage fell apart primarily for two reasons. Firstly, there was the sex tape that was stolen and subsequently went public non-consensually in 1995. After that came her ex’s arrest for spousal abuse, landing him in jail for six months in 1998.

“Neither of us could forgive the other, deep down. We just weren’t equipped to get through it all,” she admits. “I loved to see him with his boys, but the four of us together forever was only a dream.”

Besides her own past romantic relationships, in Love, Pamela, the blonde beauty also recalls some of her visits to the Playboy Mansion. She had a very close working relationship with the salacious magazine and appeared on the cover more times than any other model.

As a result, Anderson frequented parties alongside other A-listers. Apparently, she once saw Jack Nicholson in the midst of a threesome and happened to lock eyes with the actor. Read everything Pamela had to say about that here, and let us know if you’ll be reading her memoir or watching her documentary below.

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