Harold Ramis has confirmed that Bill Murray will join Dan Aykroyd and himself in the upcoming Ghostbusters sequel.
The writer-actor told MTV News that Murray is definitely "in" for Ghostbusters 3, although the pair had not yet discussed the project.
Ramis said: "Gene [Stupnitsky] and Lee [Eisenberg], both of whom I mentored, are now writing the new Ghostbusters.
"I'm consulting with them, as is Dan Aykroyd and Ivan Reitman. Bill Murray is just waiting for the truckload of money to arrive to get him out of his office."
He added: "I haven't talked to him about it. I want to talk to him about it eventually. I think we just need a script, because he's the thorniest of the group."
Ramis added that neither he nor Reitman are planning to direct the movie because it would be "a lot of work".
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Tuesday 31 March 2009
'Karate Kid' redo retitled 'Kung Fu Kid'
Jackie Chan has claimed that the Karate Kid remake will be renamed Kung Fu Kid.
The Rush Hour star, who will play martial arts mentor Mr. Miyagi in the '80s reworking, told 3 News: "They don't want to call it Karate Kid anymore. They want to call it Kung Fu Kid."
Jaden Smith, the son of actor Will, will take on the role made famous by Ralph Macchio in the original movies.
Harold Zwart (The Pink Panther 2) is directing, with Will Smith acting as producer.
The Rush Hour star, who will play martial arts mentor Mr. Miyagi in the '80s reworking, told 3 News: "They don't want to call it Karate Kid anymore. They want to call it Kung Fu Kid."
Jaden Smith, the son of actor Will, will take on the role made famous by Ralph Macchio in the original movies.
Harold Zwart (The Pink Panther 2) is directing, with Will Smith acting as producer.
Eric Bana's hair delays movie release
Rachel McAdams has revealed that her new movie The Time Traveler's Wife was delayed while filmmakers waited for Eric Bana's hair to grow back.
The actress said that Bana's shaved head for his role as the villain in J.J. Abrams's Star Trek led to reshoots being pushed back for the big screen adaptation of Audrey Niffenegger's best-selling novel.
"We wound up doing a reshoot, and Eric was the holdup," Sci Fi Wire quotes McAdams as saying. "He had to shave his head for a different role, for Star Trek, I think. So we were waiting on Eric's hair."
She continued: "We did an additional scene in the meadow, so we were also waiting on the meadow to look the way it did [the first time we shot]. So we were waiting on the seasons. Basically we were waiting on nature and Eric's hair."
The Time Traveler's Wife, about a man with a genetic defect that causes him to involuntarily travel through time, arrives in cinemas this summer.
The actress said that Bana's shaved head for his role as the villain in J.J. Abrams's Star Trek led to reshoots being pushed back for the big screen adaptation of Audrey Niffenegger's best-selling novel.
"We wound up doing a reshoot, and Eric was the holdup," Sci Fi Wire quotes McAdams as saying. "He had to shave his head for a different role, for Star Trek, I think. So we were waiting on Eric's hair."
She continued: "We did an additional scene in the meadow, so we were also waiting on the meadow to look the way it did [the first time we shot]. So we were waiting on the seasons. Basically we were waiting on nature and Eric's hair."
The Time Traveler's Wife, about a man with a genetic defect that causes him to involuntarily travel through time, arrives in cinemas this summer.
Paramount readies 'Star Trek' sequel
Paramount has signed up Star Trek team Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman and Damon Lindelof to pen a sequel to this summer's sci-fi blockbuster.
Orci and Kurtzman wrote the script for the new movie, while Lindolof is a producer on Star Trek and co-created Lost with director J.J. Abrams.
No deal is in place for Abrams to return to the Trek director's chair, though he is expected to produce the follow-up through his Bad Robot firm.
Speaking to Variety about the sequel, Kurtzman said: "Obviously we discussed ideas, but we are waiting to see how audiences respond next month.
"With a franchise rebirth, the first movie has to be about origin. But with a second, you have the opportunity to explore incredibly exciting things. We'll be ambitious about what we'll do."
Star Trek is released in cinemas on May 8, with the sequel targeted for a summer 2011 debut.
Orci and Kurtzman wrote the script for the new movie, while Lindolof is a producer on Star Trek and co-created Lost with director J.J. Abrams.
No deal is in place for Abrams to return to the Trek director's chair, though he is expected to produce the follow-up through his Bad Robot firm.
Speaking to Variety about the sequel, Kurtzman said: "Obviously we discussed ideas, but we are waiting to see how audiences respond next month.
"With a franchise rebirth, the first movie has to be about origin. But with a second, you have the opportunity to explore incredibly exciting things. We'll be ambitious about what we'll do."
Star Trek is released in cinemas on May 8, with the sequel targeted for a summer 2011 debut.
Favreau on the Iron Man 2 Rehearsals
Source:Jon Favreau
Rehearsals have begun for Iron Man 2 and director Jon Favreau has given a few updates on his Twitter page. On Tuesday, he posted that he had a "Great rehearsal today with Gwyneth, RDJ and Don Cheadle," while yesterday he posted that he had "Rehearsed today with Mr. Rockwell" along with this photo of Rockwell.
Rockwell will play Justin Hammer, a multibillionaire businessman and a rival of industrialist Tony Stark.
Paul Bettany is Priest!
The Hollywood Reporter says Paul Bettany is in negotiations to star in Priest, a horror Western that Michael De Luca and Stars Road Entertainment's Josh Donen are producing for Screen Gems. Mitchell Peck also will produce.
The move would reunite Bettany with director Scott Stewart, for whom he just finished starring in Legion, an upcoming Screen Gems supernatural thriller.
An adaptation of the TokyoPop comic book, Priest is set in a world ravaged by centuries of war between man and vampire and follows a warrior priest (Bettany) who turns against the church to track down a murderous band of vampires who have kidnapped his niece.
Cory Goodman (The Brood) wrote the screenplay.
"I knew the moment I saw Stewart's first cut of 'Legion' that Bettany was Priest and so I mentioned it to him immediately," Screen Gems president Clint Culpepper said.
The move would reunite Bettany with director Scott Stewart, for whom he just finished starring in Legion, an upcoming Screen Gems supernatural thriller.
An adaptation of the TokyoPop comic book, Priest is set in a world ravaged by centuries of war between man and vampire and follows a warrior priest (Bettany) who turns against the church to track down a murderous band of vampires who have kidnapped his niece.
Cory Goodman (The Brood) wrote the screenplay.
"I knew the moment I saw Stewart's first cut of 'Legion' that Bettany was Priest and so I mentioned it to him immediately," Screen Gems president Clint Culpepper said.
Exclusive First Look at the Drag Me to Hell Poster!
ShockTillYouDrop.com has your exclusive first look at the poster for Sam Raimi's Drag Me to Hell, opening in theaters on May 29!
Alison Lohman stars as Christine Brown, a bank employee who royally pisses off an elderly woman. The old hag puts a curse on Christine and now the poor girl has to shake her newly acquired bad mojo or face eternal damnation. To help out, she calls on boyfriend Justin Long and "seer" Dileep Rao. If you haven't seen the trailer yet, visit DragMetoHell.net
Orci and Kurtzman Talk Transformers 2
Source:SCI FI Wire
SCI FI Wire talked to Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen screenwriters Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman about coming up with the new story, about what robots you might see and about possibly getting Leonard Nimoy to voice a character. Here's a clip from the interview:
The theme started coming out of Sam leaving home, now. It's two years later, he's going to college. ... What are the responsibilities and the cutting off that goes on when you leave home? And that mirrors the fact the Transformers themselves are away from home. And in a new home. And what are your responsibilities as you kind of step out into the world on your own without your support system?
SCI FI Wire talked to Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen screenwriters Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman about coming up with the new story, about what robots you might see and about possibly getting Leonard Nimoy to voice a character. Here's a clip from the interview:
The theme started coming out of Sam leaving home, now. It's two years later, he's going to college. ... What are the responsibilities and the cutting off that goes on when you leave home? And that mirrors the fact the Transformers themselves are away from home. And in a new home. And what are your responsibilities as you kind of step out into the world on your own without your support system?
Spider-Man 4 Script Due this Summer
Source:SCI FI Wire,Empire
Sam Raimi told SCI FI Wire that David Lindsay-Abaire's script for Spider-Man 4 should be ready by summer.
Raimi said the film has to make the announced May 6, 2011 release date. "We have to make the release date, and on all of these pictures, the 'Spider-Man' films--and I'm sure it's the same as with many of the other bigger-budgeted films--they have release dates far in advance of a screenplay," he said. "So it's about getting it ready the best you can in time for the first day of production. That's what we've always done, and that's what we'll try to do again."
The helmer also told Empire magazine he will have full control over the fourth installment - something he didn't have on the third. "They really gave me a tremendous amount of control on the first two films, actually," he said. "But then there were different opinions on the third film and I didn't really have creative control, so to speak."
He added that "The best way for me to move forward on films, is that I've got to be the singular voice that makes the creative choices on the film. I love Spider-Man so much that I'd like to continue telling Spider-Man stories. But only under those circumstances where I think I can honour him."
Sam Raimi told SCI FI Wire that David Lindsay-Abaire's script for Spider-Man 4 should be ready by summer.
Raimi said the film has to make the announced May 6, 2011 release date. "We have to make the release date, and on all of these pictures, the 'Spider-Man' films--and I'm sure it's the same as with many of the other bigger-budgeted films--they have release dates far in advance of a screenplay," he said. "So it's about getting it ready the best you can in time for the first day of production. That's what we've always done, and that's what we'll try to do again."
The helmer also told Empire magazine he will have full control over the fourth installment - something he didn't have on the third. "They really gave me a tremendous amount of control on the first two films, actually," he said. "But then there were different opinions on the third film and I didn't really have creative control, so to speak."
He added that "The best way for me to move forward on films, is that I've got to be the singular voice that makes the creative choices on the film. I love Spider-Man so much that I'd like to continue telling Spider-Man stories. But only under those circumstances where I think I can honour him."
Tuesday 24 March 2009
Poster Revealed for Imagi's Gatchaman
Gatchakan.blog26.fc2.com has posted a photo of a new poster for Imagi Studios' Gatchaman, to be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. The poster features Joe Asakura, the second-in-command of the superhero ninja team.
"Gatchaman" originated in Japan in the early 1970s as the television series "Science Ninja Team Gatchaman." Aired in the U.S. as "Battle of the Planets" and "G-Force," it soon became a widely popular syndicated TV series.
The film is set in a future world grappling with environmental and technological issues. The story focuses on five reluctant heroes whose remarkable genetic code makes them Earth's only hope of defeating extra-terrestrial invaders.
'Big Love' rules Seyfried out of 'Punch'
Amanda Seyfried has been forced to drop out of starring in Sucker Punch due to her Big Love TV contract.
According to Entertainment Weekly, HBO has refused to release Seyfried from her Big Love agreement to lead the cast of the Zack Snyder action-fantasy. Filming on the new series of the polygamy drama will overlap with Sucker Punch.
Vanessa Hudgens, Abbie Cornish, Evan Rachel Wood and Emma Stone have been tapped to star in the movie, which centres on a young woman called Baby Doll who slips into a fantasy reality to escape the confines of an all-girl insane asylum.
Snyder has yet to cast a replacement for Seyfried.
According to Entertainment Weekly, HBO has refused to release Seyfried from her Big Love agreement to lead the cast of the Zack Snyder action-fantasy. Filming on the new series of the polygamy drama will overlap with Sucker Punch.
Vanessa Hudgens, Abbie Cornish, Evan Rachel Wood and Emma Stone have been tapped to star in the movie, which centres on a young woman called Baby Doll who slips into a fantasy reality to escape the confines of an all-girl insane asylum.
Snyder has yet to cast a replacement for Seyfried.
Goody film to be directed by Nick Love?
A movie about the life of late reality star Jade Goody may be directed by Nick Love, according to The Times.
The filmmaker, whose work includes The Football Factory, The Business and Outlaw, is allegedly the favoured choice of Goody's estate to make a biopic about the ex-Big Brother contestant.
"Her story lends itself to a biographical film," said Goody's friend and trustee Danny Hayward. "She's captured the mood of the nation. We're talking about it, and we welcome approaches. We want it to tap into raising awareness of cervical cancer."
Love's company Vertigo Films (Bronson) said that the director is "very flattered" about the proposal, but may have to decline an offer as he is currently working on completing his new movie The Firm.
Goody passed away on Sunday morning after losing her battle with cervical cancer.
The filmmaker, whose work includes The Football Factory, The Business and Outlaw, is allegedly the favoured choice of Goody's estate to make a biopic about the ex-Big Brother contestant.
"Her story lends itself to a biographical film," said Goody's friend and trustee Danny Hayward. "She's captured the mood of the nation. We're talking about it, and we welcome approaches. We want it to tap into raising awareness of cervical cancer."
Love's company Vertigo Films (Bronson) said that the director is "very flattered" about the proposal, but may have to decline an offer as he is currently working on completing his new movie The Firm.
Goody passed away on Sunday morning after losing her battle with cervical cancer.
Hathaway signs for Judy Garland biopic
Anne Hathaway has signed up for Weinstein Co's Judy Garland biopic Get Happy.
The project, which currently has no writer or director, is based on Gerald Clarke's biography of the actress and singer. The book detailed Garland's battles with personal and financial problems up to her death in 1969 at the age of 47.
Garland's famous movie credits included The Wizard Of Oz, Meet Me In St Louis and A Star Is Born.
Like Garland, Hathaway began her acting career at a young age in The Princess Diaries franchise. More recently, she was nominated for a best actress Oscar for her role in Rachel Getting Married.
The project, which currently has no writer or director, is based on Gerald Clarke's biography of the actress and singer. The book detailed Garland's battles with personal and financial problems up to her death in 1969 at the age of 47.
Garland's famous movie credits included The Wizard Of Oz, Meet Me In St Louis and A Star Is Born.
Like Garland, Hathaway began her acting career at a young age in The Princess Diaries franchise. More recently, she was nominated for a best actress Oscar for her role in Rachel Getting Married.
Jackie Chan: 'I don't like Rush Hour'
Jackie Chan has admitted that he is not a fan of his own Rush Hour movies, despite their success at the box office.
The martial arts expert told The Mirror that he hopes to progress as an actor and play less typecast roles in the future.
Chan said: "I don't like the Rush Hour films but the fact is they generated hundreds and hundreds of millions and they're paying us really well.
"The thing is, I can't just make Rush Hour one, two and three and Drunken Master one and two and Police Story one to six. I know I have to change.
"I've wanted to do it for the last few years and I hope people can accept it. I want to play a good guy and a bad guy and would love to be the Asian Robert De Niro or Dustin Hoffman."
He added that his new film, Shinjuku Incident, would be a "big surprise" for viewers who "expect me only to be running around breaking people's arms and fingers".
Chan explained that he makes his "American films for American audiences and Asian films for Asian audiences".
The martial arts expert told The Mirror that he hopes to progress as an actor and play less typecast roles in the future.
Chan said: "I don't like the Rush Hour films but the fact is they generated hundreds and hundreds of millions and they're paying us really well.
"The thing is, I can't just make Rush Hour one, two and three and Drunken Master one and two and Police Story one to six. I know I have to change.
"I've wanted to do it for the last few years and I hope people can accept it. I want to play a good guy and a bad guy and would love to be the Asian Robert De Niro or Dustin Hoffman."
He added that his new film, Shinjuku Incident, would be a "big surprise" for viewers who "expect me only to be running around breaking people's arms and fingers".
Chan explained that he makes his "American films for American audiences and Asian films for Asian audiences".
Carrey film "too risqué" for US release
Jim Carrey black comedy I Love You Phillip Morris may not get a US cinema release because it contains an explicit gay sex scene.
Despite securing distribution deals in the UK and Europe, US firms are uneasy with a love scene between Carrey and Ewan McGregor's character Phillip Morris, reports The Times.
"The depiction of the sexual activity was far more than I've ever seen in a mainstream film with a mainstream celebrity," said Lewis Tice, director of publicity and marketing for TLA Releasing. "There's a graphic sex scene in the first 10 minutes that I was surprised to see."
Filmmakers are re-cutting the movie for US distribution companies in an attempt to secure a theatrical release. If no agreement is reached, the movie will go straight to DVD.
"Mostly straight, multiplex-going audiences don't want to see a romantic comedy in which two dudes get it on; unless it is meant as a joke," commented Scott Stiffler, author of Why Hollywood Avoids Gay Movies.
I Love You Phillip Morris focuses on real-life con artist Steven Marshall (Carrey), who falls in love with his cellmate (McGregor).
Despite securing distribution deals in the UK and Europe, US firms are uneasy with a love scene between Carrey and Ewan McGregor's character Phillip Morris, reports The Times.
"The depiction of the sexual activity was far more than I've ever seen in a mainstream film with a mainstream celebrity," said Lewis Tice, director of publicity and marketing for TLA Releasing. "There's a graphic sex scene in the first 10 minutes that I was surprised to see."
Filmmakers are re-cutting the movie for US distribution companies in an attempt to secure a theatrical release. If no agreement is reached, the movie will go straight to DVD.
"Mostly straight, multiplex-going audiences don't want to see a romantic comedy in which two dudes get it on; unless it is meant as a joke," commented Scott Stiffler, author of Why Hollywood Avoids Gay Movies.
I Love You Phillip Morris focuses on real-life con artist Steven Marshall (Carrey), who falls in love with his cellmate (McGregor).
Efron ditches 'Footloose' remake
Zac Efron has dropped out of starring in Paramount's Footloose remake, says Entertainment Weekly.
The project had been fast-tracked by the studio following the success of High School Musical 3. However, Efron reportedly ditched the lead role fearing that he would become typecast as a musical star.
A statement from Paramount said: "Footloose is a project we've longed to see rebooted for a new generation. While Zac is no longer attached, we remain excited and committed to the collective brain trust of [director] Kenny Ortega [and producers] Neil Meron and Craig Zaden, who will reinvigorate the franchise.
"Their fresh take on the film will undoubtedly be filled with the same kind of breakout performances that we've come to expect from them."
The 1984 original starred Kevin Bacon as a teenager who arrives in a small town where dancing has been outlawed. The actor earlier expressed an interest in appearing in the Footloose remake to "hand over" the baton to Efron.
The project had been fast-tracked by the studio following the success of High School Musical 3. However, Efron reportedly ditched the lead role fearing that he would become typecast as a musical star.
A statement from Paramount said: "Footloose is a project we've longed to see rebooted for a new generation. While Zac is no longer attached, we remain excited and committed to the collective brain trust of [director] Kenny Ortega [and producers] Neil Meron and Craig Zaden, who will reinvigorate the franchise.
"Their fresh take on the film will undoubtedly be filled with the same kind of breakout performances that we've come to expect from them."
The 1984 original starred Kevin Bacon as a teenager who arrives in a small town where dancing has been outlawed. The actor earlier expressed an interest in appearing in the Footloose remake to "hand over" the baton to Efron.
Thursday 19 March 2009
Sam Raimi Talks Spider-Man 4
Both MTV and IGN talked to director Sam Raimi on Sunday about Spider Man 4, which just received a release date of May 6, 2011 last week.
Raimi says that he and the production team are "in the earliest stages of working with the writer, trying to work out a story." He added that they are just working on the fourth installment and not also a fifth film. Previous reports had claimed that Sony Pictures would be making the fourth and fifth movies at the same time, but that doesn't appear to be the case.
The helmer said that they are closing in on Spider-Man's adversary or adversaries for the fourth pic. "All the characters or villains or villains, whatever we decide to do will be from Stan Lee's creations or those that came after him," he said.
And will Kirsten Dunst return as Mary Jane Watson? If it was up to Raimi, definitely: "I’m hoping she'll be in it and I'm planning on having a story with her in it... It wouldn't be the Spider-Man series without her."
Raimi says that he and the production team are "in the earliest stages of working with the writer, trying to work out a story." He added that they are just working on the fourth installment and not also a fifth film. Previous reports had claimed that Sony Pictures would be making the fourth and fifth movies at the same time, but that doesn't appear to be the case.
The helmer said that they are closing in on Spider-Man's adversary or adversaries for the fourth pic. "All the characters or villains or villains, whatever we decide to do will be from Stan Lee's creations or those that came after him," he said.
And will Kirsten Dunst return as Mary Jane Watson? If it was up to Raimi, definitely: "I’m hoping she'll be in it and I'm planning on having a story with her in it... It wouldn't be the Spider-Man series without her."
Hi-Res Underworld Trilogy, Lycans DVD Art
On May 12th, Sony will unleash Underworld: Rise Of The Lycans and the Underworld Trilogy on DVD and Blu-Ray. The trilogy, meanwhile, will contain all three films and the respective bonus material found on the previous DVD releases. Above you'll find a clearer look at the package art - front and back.
Green Lantern to Start Filming in September
Source:Production Weekly
Warner Bros. Pictures is scheduled to begin filming The Green Lantern in mid-September in Australia, reports Production Weekly.
To be directed by Martin Campbell, the comic book adaptation is targeted for a December 17, 2010 release.
The "Green Lantern" was created in 1940 by writer Bill Finger and artist Martin Nodell. Hal Jordan introduced in 1959, a second-generation test pilot, is an ordinary man who was given the power ring and battery (lantern) by a dying alien named Abin Sur. When Abin Sur's spaceship crashed on Earth, the alien used his ring to seek out an individual to take his place as Green Lantern: someone who was "utterly honest and born without fear."
Long 'Going The Distance' with New Line
Justin Long has signed up to lead the cast of New Line's romantic comedy Going The Distance.
The movie centres on a couple involved in a long-distance relationship who decide to break off their romance and date people closer to home, says Variety.
Nanette Burstein (American Teen) will direct the movie from a script by first-timer Geoff LaTulippe.
Long recently appeared in He's Just Not That Into You and can next be seen in Sam Raimi horror Drag Me To Hell.
3D Pixar movie to open Cannes
A 3D Pixar film will be the first movie shown at this year's Cannes festival, it has emerged.
Up, from Pete Docter and Bob Peterson, will be the first ever animated film to kick off the event, AFP reports.
Festival director Thierry Fremaux said: "We are happy to have 3D open Cannes, as it is one of cinema's upcoming adventures.
"We are very proud to welcome Pixar studios, it's brilliant world, its talented directors and producers."
Produced by John Lasseter, Up will have its global premiere at the festival on May 13 before its US release on May 29.
Costner joins recession drama 'Company Man'
Kevin Costner and Tommy Lee Jones have joined the cast of Ben Affleck's financial drama The Comapany Man, says Variety.
The movie centres on a corporate high-flyer (Affleck) who becomes a victim of recession. Losing his six-figure salary, Affleck's character goes to work for his brother-in-law (Costner) on a construction job.
Jones will portray a senior corporate partner who objects to the greed shown by his colleagues.
ER creator John Wells is making his feature directorial debut on the project, working from his own screenplay.
Stars pay tribute to Natasha Richardson
Tributes have poured in for actress Natasha Richardson, who passed away last night after a skiing accident.
On last night's Larry King Live, Joan Rivers praised the 45-year-old for her ability to switch between theatre and movie work.
Rivers said: "She was just amazing and darling. I've seen her work. I love actresses who go back and forth."
Sam Mendes worked with Richardson on her Tony award winning Broadway performance in Cabaret in 1998. He said: "She was one of a kind, a magnificent actress."
Sir Michael Parkinson said: "I know Liam [Neeson, husband] quite well, I've interviewed him two or three times. My thoughts are with him. It's a terrible, awful tragedy."
Earlier today, Richardson's Parent Trap co-star Lindsay Lohan described her as a "wonderful woman and actress" whom she will miss.
Natasha Richardson dies, aged 45
WENNNatasha Richardson has died, aged 45.
The British actress passed away from injuries sustained in a skiing accident, her husband Liam Neeson's publicist confirmed.
"Liam Neeson, his sons, and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha," said Alan Nierob.
"They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time."
Her family yesterday gathered at Lenox Hill hospital in New York, where she had been transferred from Canada, amid reports that she had been taken off life support.
Richardson was hurt in a fall during a beginners' skiing lesson at the luxury Mont Tremblant resort in Quebec on Monday. Several news outlets later suggested that she was "brain dead" after suffering serious head injuries.
Neeson, 56, flew to her side from the set of his new film Chloe in Toronto after hearing of the accident. Her mum Vanessa Redgrave, 72, sister Joely Richardson, ex-husband Robert Fox and aunt Lynn Redgrave also gathered at Lenox Hill along with her sons Michael, 13, and Daniel, 12.
Richardson, who lived in New York with her family, showed no obvious sign of injury after the fall, according to a Mont Tremblant spokesperson. However, the ski patrol took her back to the bottom of the slope and told her to see a doctor.
She was taken to hospital about an hour later after complaining of a headache.
Tuesday 17 March 2009
Abrams producing diamond heist drama
J.J. Abrams has signed up to produce a movie about Italian diamond thieves, says Variety.
Based on a Wired magazine article by Joshua Davis titled 'The Untold Story Of The World's Biggest Diamond Heist', the movie will follow the exploits of Leonardo Notarbartolo, who led a group of Italian criminals on an impossible robbery.
Notarbartolo masterminded the theft of $100 million from the tightly-guarded Antwerp Diamond Centre. The money was never found and Notarbartolo was arrested in 2003 and sentenced to 10 years. He will be released from prison this week.
Abrams's Bad Robot production company, which is housed at Paramount, will release Star Trek on May 8 and begin production on the Harrison Ford comedy Morning Glory this summer.
Based on a Wired magazine article by Joshua Davis titled 'The Untold Story Of The World's Biggest Diamond Heist', the movie will follow the exploits of Leonardo Notarbartolo, who led a group of Italian criminals on an impossible robbery.
Notarbartolo masterminded the theft of $100 million from the tightly-guarded Antwerp Diamond Centre. The money was never found and Notarbartolo was arrested in 2003 and sentenced to 10 years. He will be released from prison this week.
Abrams's Bad Robot production company, which is housed at Paramount, will release Star Trek on May 8 and begin production on the Harrison Ford comedy Morning Glory this summer.
Hardwicke looks at 'Maximum Ride'
Rex FeaturesCatherine Hardwicke is in talks to direct Maximum Ride for Sony.
The Twilight helmer is eyeing the young adult fantasy book series as her next directing project, says The Hollywood Reporter.
James Patterson has penned five Ride novels, which centre on a group of teenagers dubbed 'The Flock', genetically engineered to be part human, part bird.
Don Payne (Fantasic Four: The Rise Of The Silver Surfer) is working on the screenplay, with Avi Arad, Ari Arad and Steven Paul producing. Patterson is on board as an executive producer.
The Twilight helmer is eyeing the young adult fantasy book series as her next directing project, says The Hollywood Reporter.
James Patterson has penned five Ride novels, which centre on a group of teenagers dubbed 'The Flock', genetically engineered to be part human, part bird.
Don Payne (Fantasic Four: The Rise Of The Silver Surfer) is working on the screenplay, with Avi Arad, Ari Arad and Steven Paul producing. Patterson is on board as an executive producer.
'Twilight' director makes anime hints
Twlight director Catherine Hardwicke has suggested that there might be an anime reworking of the recent movie.
The filmmaker was speaking to lead actor Robert Pattinson during the audio commentary on the recent DVD release of the film.
During the climax of the movie, Pattinson said: "I look Asian in this scene. I do, I look like an anime character."
Hardwicke responded: "Hey, I think there's going to be an anime version of this in Japan. So you will be an anime character."
The director recently penned a companion to the movie entitled Twilight: Director's Notebook, which is released today.
The filmmaker was speaking to lead actor Robert Pattinson during the audio commentary on the recent DVD release of the film.
During the climax of the movie, Pattinson said: "I look Asian in this scene. I do, I look like an anime character."
Hardwicke responded: "Hey, I think there's going to be an anime version of this in Japan. So you will be an anime character."
The director recently penned a companion to the movie entitled Twilight: Director's Notebook, which is released today.
Adams: 'Kissing DiCaprio like eating burger'
Amy Adams has revealed that she was advised to imagine that she was eating a hamburger while kissing her Catch Me If You Can co-star Leonardo DiCaprio.
Speaking to Parade, the Oscar-nominated actress admitted that she was given the advice by the film's director Steven Spielberg, in order to spice up the scene.
"I really had to go at him and climb on top of him. Steven Spielberg's direction to me was, 'Eat his face like a hamburger'," she explained.
"Steven said, 'You're starving and you're looking at him like a hamburger or maybe an ice cream cone'."
The 34-year-old added: "I talk about kissing a lot and I think I have to stop talking about my co-stars because I'm starting to sound just grossly unprofessional and boy crazy!"
Speaking to Parade, the Oscar-nominated actress admitted that she was given the advice by the film's director Steven Spielberg, in order to spice up the scene.
"I really had to go at him and climb on top of him. Steven Spielberg's direction to me was, 'Eat his face like a hamburger'," she explained.
"Steven said, 'You're starving and you're looking at him like a hamburger or maybe an ice cream cone'."
The 34-year-old added: "I talk about kissing a lot and I think I have to stop talking about my co-stars because I'm starting to sound just grossly unprofessional and boy crazy!"
Gathegi: 'Twilight' sequel 'more active'
Twilight actor Edi Gathegi has praised the script for the upcoming sequel New Moon.
"It's a lot more active - in the best possible way - than I thought it was going to be," Gathegi said of the film adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's second book in the Twilight series.
"In Twilight, it's the anticipation every day. The anticipation of 'What is he?' And then you discover what he is. New Moon, I think, has a little more forward movement; which is great for a movie," Gathegi told MTV.
"It's a lot more active - in the best possible way - than I thought it was going to be," Gathegi said of the film adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's second book in the Twilight series.
"In Twilight, it's the anticipation every day. The anticipation of 'What is he?' And then you discover what he is. New Moon, I think, has a little more forward movement; which is great for a movie," Gathegi told MTV.
Linda Hamilton 'in Terminator Salvation'
Linda Hamilton's much-rumoured appearance in the upcoming Terminator: Salvation movie has been confirmed.
A source who has seen a finished cut of the film claimed that Hamilton - who played Sarah Connor in the original movies - provided a short voiceover at the start of the film, Chud reports.
The voiceover is said to be similar in style to Hamilton's narration in Terminator 2: Judgement Day.
Terminator Salvation opens in the UK on June 5.
A source who has seen a finished cut of the film claimed that Hamilton - who played Sarah Connor in the original movies - provided a short voiceover at the start of the film, Chud reports.
The voiceover is said to be similar in style to Hamilton's narration in Terminator 2: Judgement Day.
Terminator Salvation opens in the UK on June 5.
Monday 16 March 2009
'Young Victoria' inaccuracies irk Queen
The Queen has reportedly criticised historical inaccuracies in The Young Victoria following a special screening of the drama.
Princess Beatrice plays a cameo role in the the feature, which stars Emily Blunt as Queen Victoria and Rupert Friend as Prince Albert, and tells the story of their romance.
A source told the News Of The World that while the Queen thought the film had many good points, she likes accuracy.
"She wasn't too impressed they had Albert diving in front of Victoria to take the bullet in an assassination attempt. It simply did not happen and Her Majesty questioned the need for such a dramatic inaccuracy. She also thought the uniforms worn by the British officers looked too Germanic," the source explained.
Screenwriter Julian Fellowes already admitted that a number of other inaccuracies existed, although he claimed that viewers simply care about whether it makes good viewing.
Princess Beatrice plays a cameo role in the the feature, which stars Emily Blunt as Queen Victoria and Rupert Friend as Prince Albert, and tells the story of their romance.
A source told the News Of The World that while the Queen thought the film had many good points, she likes accuracy.
"She wasn't too impressed they had Albert diving in front of Victoria to take the bullet in an assassination attempt. It simply did not happen and Her Majesty questioned the need for such a dramatic inaccuracy. She also thought the uniforms worn by the British officers looked too Germanic," the source explained.
Screenwriter Julian Fellowes already admitted that a number of other inaccuracies existed, although he claimed that viewers simply care about whether it makes good viewing.
Hardy to play cage fighter in next film
Tom Hardy has revealed that he must weigh 15 stone by the summer in order to play his next role as a cage fighter.
The 31-year-old already had to gain weight to play prisoner Charles Bronson in the screen biopic Bronson.
Hardy later revealed that he had become fond of the man dubbed as one of Britain's most violent prisoners while preparing for the role. He said: "The man I met wasn't a monster - massive anger problems, yes, and hugely charismatic, but very insightful and interesting."
ITN reports that Hardy is heading back to the gym to beef up for his next screen outing.
"Now I'm involved in a big cage fighting film, so I have to train to be a UFC [Ultimate Fighting Championship] fighter," he said, adding: "By July I have to be 15 stone and dangerous."
The 31-year-old already had to gain weight to play prisoner Charles Bronson in the screen biopic Bronson.
Hardy later revealed that he had become fond of the man dubbed as one of Britain's most violent prisoners while preparing for the role. He said: "The man I met wasn't a monster - massive anger problems, yes, and hugely charismatic, but very insightful and interesting."
ITN reports that Hardy is heading back to the gym to beef up for his next screen outing.
"Now I'm involved in a big cage fighting film, so I have to train to be a UFC [Ultimate Fighting Championship] fighter," he said, adding: "By July I have to be 15 stone and dangerous."
Protests halt 'Mulan' filming
Protesters brought filming of a live-action version of Mulan to a halt this week amid allegations that they were not paid for an earlier shoot.
The project, directed by Jingle Ma, shut down for two days after locals in Yixian blocked cameras every time they started rolling, says China Film.
Residents in the Hebei Province town claimed that producers had failed to pay their debts from their earlier work in the area.
The traditional Chinese tale, which became popular in the 1998 Disney animation of the same name, tells of a young woman who pretends to be a man in order to join the army and bring honour to her family.
The project, directed by Jingle Ma, shut down for two days after locals in Yixian blocked cameras every time they started rolling, says China Film.
Residents in the Hebei Province town claimed that producers had failed to pay their debts from their earlier work in the area.
The traditional Chinese tale, which became popular in the 1998 Disney animation of the same name, tells of a young woman who pretends to be a man in order to join the army and bring honour to her family.
Damon 'working on fourth 'Bourne' movie'
Matt Damon has confirmed that he is working on a fourth instalment in the Bourne franchise.
Speaking to Parade, the actor confirmed that plans to add another film to the series were in progress but warned fans that the project was still in an early stage.
"We're working on it. This time it would be from an original script rather than a book by Robert Ludlum," he said. "But the director Paul Greengrass is busy and I am too, so we'll see what happens."
When asked if he was ready to reprise the physically demanding role of Jason Bourne, he replied: "Listen, when I did the first movie, I was 29 years old. I am 37 now. After a tough fighting scene, the next day you wake up and feel your body more. That's just the way it is."
Last year, Universal picked up the exclusive rights to the Bourne character, who has grossed over $900m at the worldwide box office to date.
Speaking to Parade, the actor confirmed that plans to add another film to the series were in progress but warned fans that the project was still in an early stage.
"We're working on it. This time it would be from an original script rather than a book by Robert Ludlum," he said. "But the director Paul Greengrass is busy and I am too, so we'll see what happens."
When asked if he was ready to reprise the physically demanding role of Jason Bourne, he replied: "Listen, when I did the first movie, I was 29 years old. I am 37 now. After a tough fighting scene, the next day you wake up and feel your body more. That's just the way it is."
Last year, Universal picked up the exclusive rights to the Bourne character, who has grossed over $900m at the worldwide box office to date.
Efron 'terrifed' during Oscars performance
Zac Efron has admitted that he was petrified during his performance at last month's Oscars.
The High School Musical 3 star was invited to sing alongside girlfriend and co-star Vanessa Hudgens in a tribute to famous musicals led by Hugh Jackman.
Speaking on Australia's The Today Show, he said: "I’ve never been so nervous in my entire life. The trick is you can’t look down.
"There are so many incredible actors and actresses just all around you and if you look down for a second, you might actually look at Angelina Jolie. My hat fell off at the end because I was making eye contact."
He added: "I actually asked if there was any opportunity to present at the awards and they said, 'No, no you can’t present at the awards. But you can perform'.
"I was like, 'Me, perform? Who else is doing it?' They said Hugh Jackman. Done. I was in."
Other celebrities who took part in the musical montage included Beyoncé and Mamma Mia! co-stars Amanda Seyfried and Dominic Cooper.
The High School Musical 3 star was invited to sing alongside girlfriend and co-star Vanessa Hudgens in a tribute to famous musicals led by Hugh Jackman.
Speaking on Australia's The Today Show, he said: "I’ve never been so nervous in my entire life. The trick is you can’t look down.
"There are so many incredible actors and actresses just all around you and if you look down for a second, you might actually look at Angelina Jolie. My hat fell off at the end because I was making eye contact."
He added: "I actually asked if there was any opportunity to present at the awards and they said, 'No, no you can’t present at the awards. But you can perform'.
"I was like, 'Me, perform? Who else is doing it?' They said Hugh Jackman. Done. I was in."
Other celebrities who took part in the musical montage included Beyoncé and Mamma Mia! co-stars Amanda Seyfried and Dominic Cooper.
Thursday 12 March 2009
Johansson Confirmed for Iron Man, Too
Source:E! Online
First, confirmation that Mickey Rourke is on board to play the Russian villain in Iron Man 2, and now E! Online has confirmed with Scarlett Johansson's representative that the actress has indeed signed to play the role of Russian superspy Natasha Romanoff, who doubles as Black Widow.
"Scarlett is thrilled to be a part of Iron Man," her rep, Marcel Pariseau, tells me.
The Jon Favreau-directed sequel is scheduled for a May 7, 2010 release.
First, confirmation that Mickey Rourke is on board to play the Russian villain in Iron Man 2, and now E! Online has confirmed with Scarlett Johansson's representative that the actress has indeed signed to play the role of Russian superspy Natasha Romanoff, who doubles as Black Widow.
"Scarlett is thrilled to be a part of Iron Man," her rep, Marcel Pariseau, tells me.
The Jon Favreau-directed sequel is scheduled for a May 7, 2010 release.
First Iron Man 2 Set Photo
Iron Man 2 director Jon Favreau has released this first photo of himself and cinematographer Matthew Libatique on the set for Tony Stark's house, which is under construction. The anticipated sequel is scheduled to hit theaters on May 7, 2010.
Sony and Marvel Studios Set New Release Dates!
Source:Marvel Studios
Paving the way for the production and release of its multi-character superhero film, The Avengers, Marvel Entertainment, Inc. announced today an adjusted release pipeline for its self-produced feature film properties that reflects the first time individual Super Hero characters and story arcs will be inter-woven and culminate in a multi-character motion picture. Separately, Marvel Studios confirmed today that Sony Pictures Entertainment will release Spider-Man 4 on May 6, 2011. Additionally, Marvel Studios has revised the release dates for Thor and The First Avenger: Captain America as part of its release strategy for an uninterrupted road to The Avengers, now debuting May 4, 2012.
A Marvel character-based film will now launch the summer box office season for three years in a row, from 2010 through 2012.
"This new schedule strongly sequences Marvel's movie debut dates, big screen character introductions and momentum. It maximizes the visibility of our single character-focused films, leading to the highly anticipated release of the multi-character 'The Avengers' film in 2012," said David Maisel, Chairman, Marvel Studios.
Sony Pictures' and Marvel Studios' Spider-Man 4 is slated for May 6, 2011. To date, all three motion pictures in the phenomenally successful "Spider-Man" franchise have generated nearly $2.5 billion worldwide theatrically.
Below is Marvel Studios' 2010-2012 updated release schedule for its slate of self-produced and financed feature films:
Marvel Studios Feature Film Pipeline
Film/Character - Prior Release Date - Current Release Date
Iron Man 2 - May 7, 2010 - May 7, 2010
Thor - July 16, 2010 - June 17, 2011
The First Avenger: Captain America - May 6, 2011 - July 22, 2011
The Avengers - July 15, 2011 - May 4, 2012
The release date for Iron Man 2 remains unchanged on May 7, 2010. Iron Man 2 is the sequel to the blockbuster film, Iron Man, which has grossed nearly $600 million worldwide.
Paving the way for the production and release of its multi-character superhero film, The Avengers, Marvel Entertainment, Inc. announced today an adjusted release pipeline for its self-produced feature film properties that reflects the first time individual Super Hero characters and story arcs will be inter-woven and culminate in a multi-character motion picture. Separately, Marvel Studios confirmed today that Sony Pictures Entertainment will release Spider-Man 4 on May 6, 2011. Additionally, Marvel Studios has revised the release dates for Thor and The First Avenger: Captain America as part of its release strategy for an uninterrupted road to The Avengers, now debuting May 4, 2012.
A Marvel character-based film will now launch the summer box office season for three years in a row, from 2010 through 2012.
"This new schedule strongly sequences Marvel's movie debut dates, big screen character introductions and momentum. It maximizes the visibility of our single character-focused films, leading to the highly anticipated release of the multi-character 'The Avengers' film in 2012," said David Maisel, Chairman, Marvel Studios.
Sony Pictures' and Marvel Studios' Spider-Man 4 is slated for May 6, 2011. To date, all three motion pictures in the phenomenally successful "Spider-Man" franchise have generated nearly $2.5 billion worldwide theatrically.
Below is Marvel Studios' 2010-2012 updated release schedule for its slate of self-produced and financed feature films:
Marvel Studios Feature Film Pipeline
Film/Character - Prior Release Date - Current Release Date
Iron Man 2 - May 7, 2010 - May 7, 2010
Thor - July 16, 2010 - June 17, 2011
The First Avenger: Captain America - May 6, 2011 - July 22, 2011
The Avengers - July 15, 2011 - May 4, 2012
The release date for Iron Man 2 remains unchanged on May 7, 2010. Iron Man 2 is the sequel to the blockbuster film, Iron Man, which has grossed nearly $600 million worldwide.
'Buffy' star joins 'The Expendables'
Charisma Carpenter has joined the cast of Sylvester Stallone's The Expendables.
Starring Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Forest Whittaker and Mickey Rourke, the movie centres on a group of expendable mercenaries assigned to overthrow a South American dictator by the US government.
The Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Angel actress will play the girlfriend of Statham's character, according to TV Guide.
Stallone, who is writing and directing The Expendables, reportedly injured his thumb in fight rehearsals for the film last wee
Starring Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Forest Whittaker and Mickey Rourke, the movie centres on a group of expendable mercenaries assigned to overthrow a South American dictator by the US government.
The Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Angel actress will play the girlfriend of Statham's character, according to TV Guide.
Stallone, who is writing and directing The Expendables, reportedly injured his thumb in fight rehearsals for the film last wee
Goldblum signs up for rom-com 'Baster'
Jeff Goldblum has become the latest star to join the cast of romantic comedy The Baster.
Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman signed up for the project last month.
The movie will follow the story of a man (Bateman), who secretly interferes with his female best friend's (Aniston) attempts to get pregnant through artificial insemination. However, when she returns from New York seven years later with a son, he is forced to live with secret that he is the real father.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Goldblum will play Bateman's business partner and confidant. He is described as a man "whose idea of working out is walking slowly on the treadmill while eating a candy bar".
The film is scheduled to begin shooting in New York this spring.
Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman signed up for the project last month.
The movie will follow the story of a man (Bateman), who secretly interferes with his female best friend's (Aniston) attempts to get pregnant through artificial insemination. However, when she returns from New York seven years later with a son, he is forced to live with secret that he is the real father.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Goldblum will play Bateman's business partner and confidant. He is described as a man "whose idea of working out is walking slowly on the treadmill while eating a candy bar".
The film is scheduled to begin shooting in New York this spring.
Welker to voice 'Transformers 2' villain
Michael Bay has revealed that he wants original Transformers star Frank Welker to voice a villain in the robot sequel.
Welker, who lent his vocal talents to the character Megatron in the animated series, was passed over for the 2007 movie adaptation in favour of Hugo Weaving. His co-star Peter Cullen was recruited for Optimus Prime.
Writing on his Shoot For The Edit website, Bay said that he will "pursue" Welker for the role of Soundwave, a robot who shape-shifted into a cassette player in the original cartoon, in Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen.
Bay last week admitted that Megatron, voiced by Weaving, will return for the sequel.
Welker, who lent his vocal talents to the character Megatron in the animated series, was passed over for the 2007 movie adaptation in favour of Hugo Weaving. His co-star Peter Cullen was recruited for Optimus Prime.
Writing on his Shoot For The Edit website, Bay said that he will "pursue" Welker for the role of Soundwave, a robot who shape-shifted into a cassette player in the original cartoon, in Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen.
Bay last week admitted that Megatron, voiced by Weaving, will return for the sequel.
The Rock 'impressed by 'The Wrestler'
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has admitted that he was impressed by the realism of Mickey Rourke's performance in The Wrestler.
The former WWE star, who left the ring five years ago, told Moviefone that the film had perfectly captured the essence of the sport.
"I thought that the movie...was real and memorable," he said. "That world...it's a very visceral, authentic world that [director Darren Aronofsky] created and I can't say enough great things about the movie.
"My uncle actually trained Mickey and he would call me weekly and give me progress reports. [He] was amazed at...his desire to do everything. That takes commitment."
He added that he was "very proud" of Rourke's dedication, saying: "[It's] a tough task to go from just being an actor to becoming not only a professional wrestler, but a professional wrestler who's wrestled for 25 years."
The former WWE star, who left the ring five years ago, told Moviefone that the film had perfectly captured the essence of the sport.
"I thought that the movie...was real and memorable," he said. "That world...it's a very visceral, authentic world that [director Darren Aronofsky] created and I can't say enough great things about the movie.
"My uncle actually trained Mickey and he would call me weekly and give me progress reports. [He] was amazed at...his desire to do everything. That takes commitment."
He added that he was "very proud" of Rourke's dedication, saying: "[It's] a tough task to go from just being an actor to becoming not only a professional wrestler, but a professional wrestler who's wrestled for 25 years."
Miller's parents thrilled with 'GI Joe' role
Sienna Miller has admitted that her parents were thrilled by her decision to star in the forthcoming blockbuster G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra.
Speaking to Parade, the actress revealed that her family had become weary with the melancholy tone of her recent movies.
"My parents were getting fed up with my intense dramas," she explained "They were like, 'Please, just stop doing these films. You're killing us'.
"I'd never done a huge studio movie and I felt like it was time to do something where I wasn't having a breakdown or addicted to heroin or dying at the end."
The actress, who stars as The Baroness in the upcoming action movie, admitted that she had enjoyed the experience of "things blowing up all around you all the time".
She added: "I'd never done fight training, let alone been to a gym. So this was like a whole new experience."
G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra is released in the UK later this year.
Monday 9 March 2009
Official Wolverine Site Updated
20th Century Fox has updated the official website for X-Men Origins: Wolverine, opening in theaters on May 1st.
The site is highlighting 7 of the characters in the movie, including Wolverine, Sabretooth, Gambit, Agent Zero, Stryker, Blob and Wraith. When you select each character, you can download a wallpaper and IM icon. Then the main navigation has the new trailer, the synopsis, a gallery and more. Check out the site here!
Opening in theaters on May 1st, the Gavin Hood-directed film stars Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Ryan Reynolds, Taylor Kitsch, Will.i.am, Danny Huston, Dominic Monaghan, Daniel Henney and Lynn Collins
The site is highlighting 7 of the characters in the movie, including Wolverine, Sabretooth, Gambit, Agent Zero, Stryker, Blob and Wraith. When you select each character, you can download a wallpaper and IM icon. Then the main navigation has the new trailer, the synopsis, a gallery and more. Check out the site here!
Opening in theaters on May 1st, the Gavin Hood-directed film stars Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Ryan Reynolds, Taylor Kitsch, Will.i.am, Danny Huston, Dominic Monaghan, Daniel Henney and Lynn Collins
Spielberg hands Jackson 'Tintin' reigns
Steven Spielberg has handed his Tintin film over to Peter Jackson, says Variety.
The pair had agreed to each direct a movie based on Hergé's cartoon creation, though plans for a trilogy have reportedly been sidelined for now in favour of completing the first movie.
Spielberg has finished 32 days work on the motion-capture blockbuster in Los Angeles and will allow producer Jackson to complete work on the film. It is believed that Spielberg will retain a sole director credit.
"It's hard to delineate between directing and producing on films like this," an insider said.
Producer Kathleen Kennedy added that the creative switch is not problematic, saying: "They are amazingly collaborative, even more so than Steven and George [Lucas were on the Indiana Jones films]."
The Adventures Of Tintin: The Secret Of The Unicorn, starring Jamie Bell, Daniel
The pair had agreed to each direct a movie based on Hergé's cartoon creation, though plans for a trilogy have reportedly been sidelined for now in favour of completing the first movie.
Spielberg has finished 32 days work on the motion-capture blockbuster in Los Angeles and will allow producer Jackson to complete work on the film. It is believed that Spielberg will retain a sole director credit.
"It's hard to delineate between directing and producing on films like this," an insider said.
Producer Kathleen Kennedy added that the creative switch is not problematic, saying: "They are amazingly collaborative, even more so than Steven and George [Lucas were on the Indiana Jones films]."
The Adventures Of Tintin: The Secret Of The Unicorn, starring Jamie Bell, Daniel
Roberts to produce comedy 'Jesus Henry'
Julia Roberts has signed up to produce Dennis Lee's comedy Jesus Henry Christ, says The Hollywood Reporter.
Based on Lee's Student Academy Award-winning short film, Jesus Henry will centre on an artificially conceived boy, Henry James Hermin, who is raised by a left-wing feminist. Henry discovers a trail of post-it notes around town that he hopes will lead him to his biological father.
Lee will expand his short into a feature-length script and direct. Roberts is reportedly only serving as a producer on the movie and has no plans to star.
Roberts and Lee previously worked together on his directorial debut Fireflies In The Garden.
Based on Lee's Student Academy Award-winning short film, Jesus Henry will centre on an artificially conceived boy, Henry James Hermin, who is raised by a left-wing feminist. Henry discovers a trail of post-it notes around town that he hopes will lead him to his biological father.
Lee will expand his short into a feature-length script and direct. Roberts is reportedly only serving as a producer on the movie and has no plans to star.
Roberts and Lee previously worked together on his directorial debut Fireflies In The Garden.
Akerman, Phillippe join 'Bang Bang Club'
Malin Akerman and Ryan Phillippe have joined the cast of indie drama The Bang Bang Club, reports Variety.
X-Men Origins: Wolverine actor Taylor Kitsch is also confirmed for the project.
The movie, which is based on the memoirs of Greg Marinovich, is based in apartheid-era South Africa.
It will tell the story of Kevin Carter (Kitsch), Ken Oosterbroek, Marinovich (Phillippe) and Joao Silver, four combat photographers who became famous for their graphic depictions of the last days of apartheid. Akerman will play the photo editor of the club.
Marinovich and Silva are the only two still alive. Oosterbroek was killed by friendly fire in 1994, while Carter famously committed suicide shortly after winning the Pulitzer Prize for Feature Photography.
Shooting is expected to start next month in Johannesburg. Documentary-maker Steven Silver is writing and directing.
X-Men Origins: Wolverine actor Taylor Kitsch is also confirmed for the project.
The movie, which is based on the memoirs of Greg Marinovich, is based in apartheid-era South Africa.
It will tell the story of Kevin Carter (Kitsch), Ken Oosterbroek, Marinovich (Phillippe) and Joao Silver, four combat photographers who became famous for their graphic depictions of the last days of apartheid. Akerman will play the photo editor of the club.
Marinovich and Silva are the only two still alive. Oosterbroek was killed by friendly fire in 1994, while Carter famously committed suicide shortly after winning the Pulitzer Prize for Feature Photography.
Shooting is expected to start next month in Johannesburg. Documentary-maker Steven Silver is writing and directing.
Dakota Fanning confirmed for 'New Moon'
Dakota Fanning has been confirmed to star in the forthcoming film New Moon, the second instalment in the Twilight saga.
Summit Entertainment has confirmed that the 15-year-old will star as Jane, a member of the Volturi vampire clan, which Edward (Robert Pattinson) encounters in Italy.
Fanning, who was first linked to the role in January, previously told Access Hollywood that it "would be wonderful" to a land a part in the movie.
Production on New Moon, which is being directed by Chris Weitz, is scheduled to begin later this month, with a slated November release date. Eclipse, the third film in the franchise, has been handed a summer 2010 release.
Speaking to People, co-star Nikki Reed (Rosalie Hale) said: "We did just get a script. We're shooting the rest of the films back to back. Chris Weitz is amazing and I think it's going to be wonderful."
Summit Entertainment has confirmed that the 15-year-old will star as Jane, a member of the Volturi vampire clan, which Edward (Robert Pattinson) encounters in Italy.
Fanning, who was first linked to the role in January, previously told Access Hollywood that it "would be wonderful" to a land a part in the movie.
Production on New Moon, which is being directed by Chris Weitz, is scheduled to begin later this month, with a slated November release date. Eclipse, the third film in the franchise, has been handed a summer 2010 release.
Speaking to People, co-star Nikki Reed (Rosalie Hale) said: "We did just get a script. We're shooting the rest of the films back to back. Chris Weitz is amazing and I think it's going to be wonderful."
Watchmen' takes lead at US box office
Watchmen has topped the US box office on its first weekend on release.
Zack Snyder's superhero movie, based on the Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons graphic novel, secures first place with a $55.7 million three-day haul. It is the third highest opening for a March release behind 300 ($70.9 million) and Ice Age 2: The Meltdown ($68 million).
Last week's number one Madea Goes To Jail slips to second place, while Taken, Slumdog Millionaire and Paul Blart: Mall Cop round out the top five.
Elsewhere, Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience falls seven places from last week's runners-up spot with a 77% drop in ticket sales.
The US box office top ten:
1. (-) Watchmen - $55,655,000
2. (1) Madea Goes To Jail - $8,800,000
3. (4) Taken - $7,450,000
4. (3) Slumdog Millionaire - $6,925,000
5. (6) Paul Blart: Mall Cop - $4,200,000
6. (5) He's Just Not That Into You - $4,020,000
7. (7) Coraline - $3,313,000
8. (9) Confessions Of A Shopaholic - $3,121,000
9. (2) Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience - $2,785,0
10. (10) Fired Up - $2,600,000
Zack Snyder's superhero movie, based on the Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons graphic novel, secures first place with a $55.7 million three-day haul. It is the third highest opening for a March release behind 300 ($70.9 million) and Ice Age 2: The Meltdown ($68 million).
Last week's number one Madea Goes To Jail slips to second place, while Taken, Slumdog Millionaire and Paul Blart: Mall Cop round out the top five.
Elsewhere, Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience falls seven places from last week's runners-up spot with a 77% drop in ticket sales.
The US box office top ten:
1. (-) Watchmen - $55,655,000
2. (1) Madea Goes To Jail - $8,800,000
3. (4) Taken - $7,450,000
4. (3) Slumdog Millionaire - $6,925,000
5. (6) Paul Blart: Mall Cop - $4,200,000
6. (5) He's Just Not That Into You - $4,020,000
7. (7) Coraline - $3,313,000
8. (9) Confessions Of A Shopaholic - $3,121,000
9. (2) Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience - $2,785,0
10. (10) Fired Up - $2,600,000
Gibbons: 'Watchmen movie was surreal'
Dave Gibbons has said that it was "surreal" to watch the movie adaptation of the Watchmen comics he co-created with Alan Moore.
Gibbons told MTV News that he had given producers notes on an early draft and also did some storyboarding with director Zack Snyder.
He confirmed that this included work on the new ending, which he said that he was "very relaxed" about.
On watching the movie, Gibbons said: "It was completely surreal. When you draw a comic book, you see a movie in your head. You watch the action, you freeze it, you think: 'Yeah, that's the frame we're gonna draw.'
"So, when you see the movie, it's like that - except it's really happening, and everybody else is watching the movie as well."
Gibbons confirmed that, as with other adaptations of his work, Moore would not watch the film.
Gibbons told MTV News that he had given producers notes on an early draft and also did some storyboarding with director Zack Snyder.
He confirmed that this included work on the new ending, which he said that he was "very relaxed" about.
On watching the movie, Gibbons said: "It was completely surreal. When you draw a comic book, you see a movie in your head. You watch the action, you freeze it, you think: 'Yeah, that's the frame we're gonna draw.'
"So, when you see the movie, it's like that - except it's really happening, and everybody else is watching the movie as well."
Gibbons confirmed that, as with other adaptations of his work, Moore would not watch the film.
Thursday 5 March 2009
Molina to battle Cage's 'Apprentice'
Alfred Molina will battle Nicolas Cage and Jay Baruchel in The Sorcerer's Apprentice.
The Spider-Man 2 star has signed up to play evil magician Horvath in Disney's upcoming blockbuster, says The Hollywood Reporter.
Taking place in modern-day New York, Sorcerer's Apprentice revolves around Baruchel's college student as he is trained by Balthazar Blake (Cage) in the ways of science and magic.
Cage is reuniting with his National Treasure director Jon Turteltaub and Jerry Bruckheimer for the fantasy film. He has also worked with renowned action producer Bruckheimer in The Rock, Con Air and Gone In 60 Seconds.
The Spider-Man 2 star has signed up to play evil magician Horvath in Disney's upcoming blockbuster, says The Hollywood Reporter.
Taking place in modern-day New York, Sorcerer's Apprentice revolves around Baruchel's college student as he is trained by Balthazar Blake (Cage) in the ways of science and magic.
Cage is reuniting with his National Treasure director Jon Turteltaub and Jerry Bruckheimer for the fantasy film. He has also worked with renowned action producer Bruckheimer in The Rock, Con Air and Gone In 60 Seconds.
John Z. DeLorean biopic in the works
Rex FeaturesA movie based on the life of controversial automobile executive John Z. DeLorean is in the works.
According to Variety, producers David Permut (Face/Off) and Steve Lee Jones have acquired the life rights to DeLorean, creator of the sports car made famous by the Back To The Future movies and owner of the short-lived DeLorean Motor Company (DMC).
DeLorean was arrested in 1982 accused of trafficking drugs in an attempt to raise money to save his failing company. He was freed two years later after proving that he was part of an entrapment plot devised by federal agents.
In 1999, DeLorean was declared bankrupt. He had fought more than 40 legal cases since the collapse of DMC in 1982.
DeLorean passed away from a stroke in 2005 at the age of 80.
Danny Boyle rules out 'Bond 23'
Danny Boyle has ruled out directing the next James Bond adventure.
The Slumdog Millionaire filmmaker was linked with the director's chair for the 23rd instalment in the spy franchise earlier this week.
However, Boyle informed Entertainment Weekly that he has "no plans" to direct Daniel Craig's third 007 outing.
"I enjoy the Bond movies, always have and always will, but I have no plans to direct one," he said. "I don't know who came up with the story, but please tell them I'm very flattered to be thought of!"
The Slumdog Millionaire filmmaker was linked with the director's chair for the 23rd instalment in the spy franchise earlier this week.
However, Boyle informed Entertainment Weekly that he has "no plans" to direct Daniel Craig's third 007 outing.
"I enjoy the Bond movies, always have and always will, but I have no plans to direct one," he said. "I don't know who came up with the story, but please tell them I'm very flattered to be thought of!"
Wednesday 4 March 2009
Trailer: 'Hannah Montana: The Movie'
Forget the Watchmens, Terminators and Star Treks of this world, the movie everyone's been waiting for this year is Hannah Montana! The Disney phenomenon arrives in cinemas on May 1 with Miley Cyrus's alter ego returning home to Tennessee to escape her ever-increasing fame. Watch the trailer for Hannah Montana: The Movie by clicking below.
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'Caspian' star Barnes tapped for 'Ophelia'
Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian star Ben Barnes has reportedly been cast in Ophelia, a new reworking of Shakespeare's Hamlet.
According to Entertainment Weekly, the actor has been tapped to star as the Danish prince in the forthcoming drama, which will retell the story from the perspective of his girlfriend.
Atonement actress Juno Temple will play the title character, a woman who is "slowly driven insane" by her desire for Hamlet.
The independently-financed film will be produced by Skeleton Key's Daniel Bobker and Ehren Kruger, while music video director Dawn Shadforth will helm the project.
Production is slated to start in early summer.
According to Entertainment Weekly, the actor has been tapped to star as the Danish prince in the forthcoming drama, which will retell the story from the perspective of his girlfriend.
Atonement actress Juno Temple will play the title character, a woman who is "slowly driven insane" by her desire for Hamlet.
The independently-financed film will be produced by Skeleton Key's Daniel Bobker and Ehren Kruger, while music video director Dawn Shadforth will helm the project.
Production is slated to start in early summer.
Monday 2 March 2009
Reitman signs up Bateman for 'Air'
Jason Bateman will star in Jason Reitman's new movie Up In The Air, reports Variety.
An adaptation of a Walter Kim novel, the project will also star Anna Kendrick and George Clooney.
Clooney will portray a corporate downsizer who has become obsessed with collecting frequent flyer miles, while Bateman will play his boss.
The actor previously worked with Reitman on 2008 Oscar-winner Juno.
An adaptation of a Walter Kim novel, the project will also star Anna Kendrick and George Clooney.
Clooney will portray a corporate downsizer who has become obsessed with collecting frequent flyer miles, while Bateman will play his boss.
The actor previously worked with Reitman on 2008 Oscar-winner Juno.
Flockhart: I've never seen 'Star Wars'
Calista Flockhart has admitted that she has never seen fiancé Harrison Ford's Star Wars movies.
The Brothers & Sisters actress, who began dating Ford in 2002, confessed that she had little interest in the sci-fi blockbusters growing up.
"I was never starstruck [by him]. I have not seen Star Wars, isn't that amazing?" WENN quotes her as saying
"I'm sure it is [good]. It's weird that I haven't seen it. We lived in a small town and the movie theatre was an hour away. And I was 12 - the perfect age to see it."
Ford shot to fame playing Han Solo in the legendary franchise, which has grossed over $4 billion at the worldwide box office.
The Brothers & Sisters actress, who began dating Ford in 2002, confessed that she had little interest in the sci-fi blockbusters growing up.
"I was never starstruck [by him]. I have not seen Star Wars, isn't that amazing?" WENN quotes her as saying
"I'm sure it is [good]. It's weird that I haven't seen it. We lived in a small town and the movie theatre was an hour away. And I was 12 - the perfect age to see it."
Ford shot to fame playing Han Solo in the legendary franchise, which has grossed over $4 billion at the worldwide box office.
Dustin Hoffman honoured at Cesars
American actor Dustin Hoffman was honoured last week at the Cesar Awards - the French equivalent of the Oscars.
The All The President's Men star received the lifetime achievement award for his full body of work at the ceremony.
Recent Oscar winner Sean Penn also attended the awards as its guest of honour.
The best film gong went to Séraphine, while the best director prize went to Jean-Francois Richet.
Vincent Cassel and Yolande Moreau won the awards for best actor and actress, with Jean-Paul Roussillon and Elsa Zylberstein winning for their supporting performances.
The best foreign film prize went to Waltz With Bashir, which had missed out on the same award at last month's Oscars.
Hoffman was recently hailed as "one of the greatest actors of our time" when he was made an honorary commander of France's National Order Of Arts And Letters.
The All The President's Men star received the lifetime achievement award for his full body of work at the ceremony.
Recent Oscar winner Sean Penn also attended the awards as its guest of honour.
The best film gong went to Séraphine, while the best director prize went to Jean-Francois Richet.
Vincent Cassel and Yolande Moreau won the awards for best actor and actress, with Jean-Paul Roussillon and Elsa Zylberstein winning for their supporting performances.
The best foreign film prize went to Waltz With Bashir, which had missed out on the same award at last month's Oscars.
Hoffman was recently hailed as "one of the greatest actors of our time" when he was made an honorary commander of France's National Order Of Arts And Letters.
Aussie film pulled for prompting violence
An Australian movie has been temporarily pulled from cinemas after violence broke out during two screenings.
According to the BBC, a security guard at a Sydney theatre was hospitalised after being attacked by 30 young people during a Thursday night showing of The Combination.
Greater Union Cinemas decided to axe future performances of the David Field movie, based on the 2005 race riots between Australian Lebanese and white youths, for the "safety and security" of staff members.
The Australian Film Syndicate described the move as "unprecedented", adding that the film was a "powerful, critically acclaimed work that has touched a nerve with the Australian public and deserves to be seen by everyone".
However, Greater Union have now announced that screenings will resume on Wednesday with additional security present at each showing.
"Our staff and patrons were placed in an environment they were not comfortable with from a personal safety perspective," said Flynn.
"Until we were able to address these concerns properly and implement additional security measures, the decision was made to suspend sessions of this film."
According to the BBC, a security guard at a Sydney theatre was hospitalised after being attacked by 30 young people during a Thursday night showing of The Combination.
Greater Union Cinemas decided to axe future performances of the David Field movie, based on the 2005 race riots between Australian Lebanese and white youths, for the "safety and security" of staff members.
The Australian Film Syndicate described the move as "unprecedented", adding that the film was a "powerful, critically acclaimed work that has touched a nerve with the Australian public and deserves to be seen by everyone".
However, Greater Union have now announced that screenings will resume on Wednesday with additional security present at each showing.
"Our staff and patrons were placed in an environment they were not comfortable with from a personal safety perspective," said Flynn.
"Until we were able to address these concerns properly and implement additional security measures, the decision was made to suspend sessions of this film."
Walcott's girlfriend lands 'Harry Potter' role
Theo Walcott's girlfriend has reportedly landed a role in the next Harry Potter film.
According to the Daily Mail, Melanie Slade will appear in Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part One as a friend of Hermione Granger (Emma Watson).
Explaining her part, she said: "I had a couple of lines to say. I'd love to do more acting."
The 20-year-old, who has been dating the Arsenal and England star since 2006, was offered the role through her boyfriend's aunt, whose partner David Yates is directing the movie.
Slade will make her screen debut alongside Watson as the two girls watch a Quidditch match at Hogwarts.
According to the Daily Mail, Melanie Slade will appear in Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part One as a friend of Hermione Granger (Emma Watson).
Explaining her part, she said: "I had a couple of lines to say. I'd love to do more acting."
The 20-year-old, who has been dating the Arsenal and England star since 2006, was offered the role through her boyfriend's aunt, whose partner David Yates is directing the movie.
Slade will make her screen debut alongside Watson as the two girls watch a Quidditch match at Hogwarts.
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