Royal Family 'request Brüno screening'

The Royal Family have reportedly asked for a private screening of Brüno at their Balmoral residence.

Universal studios, which produced Sacha Baron Cohen's latest movie, was sent an official email from Buckingham Palace requesting a copy of the film, reports The Sun.

A Universal source said: "We often get emails from important people requesting prints for private screenings.

"But when we realised it was for the Royals there were a few chuckles. It isn't for the faint-hearted."

Brüno features Sacha Baron Cohen’s gay Austrian fashionista trying to seduce a US congressman and a graphic sex scene involving the title character and his pygmy lover.

The insider added: "The humour is right up William and Harry’s street - but Prince Philip would probably have a heart attack."

It is not known which members of the Royal Family will be present at Balmoral for the film screening, although the Queen and Prince Phillip are thought to be the next scheduled guests.

Washington returns to 'Unstoppable'

Denzel Washington has reached a deal with 20th Century Fox to star in drama Unstoppable.

The actor pulled out of the project earlier this month, reportedly because he refused to lower his $20 million pay to help reduce the movie's budget.

According to Variety, the Oscar winner took a new script with him while promoting The Taking Of Pelham 1 2 3 in Europe and has reached a compromise with Fox.

Washington will reteam with Man On Fire director Tony Scott on the film.

Mark Bomback's Unstoppable script centres on an engineer who teams up with a young conductor (Chris Pine) to stop a runaway train filled with deadly chemicals.

Megan Fox turns down Bond girl role?

Megan Fox has rejected the chance to portray the next Bond girl, it has been claimed.

The Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen star passed on playing Daniel Craig's love interest in the 23rd 007 adventure, the Daily Star reports.

"She'd rather be a more central part of the movie," a source told the newspaper.

It was previously reported that the follow-up to 2008's Quantum Of Solace will feature the secret agent on a mission in Afghanistan.

Actor Michael Sheen is said to be in talks to resurrect famed bad guy Ernst Stavro Blofeld, while Peter Morgan has been confirmed as co-writer on the upcoming instalment.

The next James Bond film is scheduled for a 2011 release date.

Coroner staff 'copied Jackson death cert'

The Los Angeles Coroner's Office has claimed that at least half a dozen staff members have been found to have improperly accessed Michael Jackson's death certificate.

Officials have said that the document was viewed more than 300 times within two weeks of the singer's death, with some employees appearing to have printed copies before it was made public.

Speaking to the Los Angeles Times, chief coroner investigator Craig Harvey said: "There's only one person in the investigation of Mr Jackson who needed to have a copy of the death certificate, and that was the investigator."

He went on to say that accessing the Electronic Death Registration System for personal use was "not appropriate" but that he had not contacted any law enforcement agency because it was only internal rules that had been broken.

It is understood that a coroner's captain later issued an email to all staff warning that any further improper views of the certificate could result in disciplinary action.

Sam Raimi helming 'Warcraft' movie

Sam Raimi will direct the big screen adaptation of the World Of Warcraft video game, Blizzard Entertainment and Legendary Pictures have announced.

The Spider-Man director will steer the Warcraft film with Dark Knight producer Charles Roven and Legendary's Thomas Tull.

"At its core, Warcraft is a fantastic, action-packed story," Raimi said. "I am thrilled to work with such a dynamite production team to bring this project to the big screen."

Tull added: "Partnering with Sam Raimi exemplifies Legendary's mandate of marrying the highest quality intellectual property to world-class filmmakers. Sam's passion for Warcraft is undeniable and we know that he will create an incredible film worthy of Blizzard's phenomenal franchise."

Legendary will co-produce and finance the film with Legendary, with the studio distributing worldwide.

The Warcraft gaming universe centres around the battles between the Horde and Alliance forces. The latest instalment, Wrath Of The Lich King, is the fastest-selling

Bruce Lee biopic trilogy in the works

A trilogy of movies about the life of Bruce Lee are reportedly in the works.

The late Enter The Dragon star's family has teamed up with JA Media to make Bruce Lee, casting Tony Leung Ka-fai as the actor's father.

A director has yet to be revealed, although Variety claims that Zhang Yimou (House Of Flying Daggers) has repeatedly shown an interest in bringing Lee's story to the big screen.

The proposed movies have the support of Lee's brother Robert and sister Phoebe, with the pair appearing at a Beijing press conference to announce the project on Monday.

"We've read many books and seen many movies about Bruce Lee, but there are many inaccuracies in them," Robert commented.

Lee died 36 years ago this week from a cerebral edema caused by a reaction to prescription painkillers.

Updates on DC Comics Movie Adaptations

The Hollywood Reporter has published an interesting article on the film projects that DC Comics has in the works. They mention previously-reported titles The Losers, Jonah Jex, The Green Lantern, and Red, but there's more on others we haven't heard much about lately. Here's a few excerpts:

This past fall, Warners quietly hired three of DC's biggest writers -- Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison and Marv Wolfman -- to act as consultants and writers for its superhero line of movies. The move involved taking back the reins on projects being handled by such producers as Charles Roven ("The Flash") and Akiva Goldsman ("Teen Titans").

The moves have begun to pay off. Johns worked up a new treatment for a "Flash" script, being written by Dan Mazeau; Johns will act in a producer capacity on the project, which has not attached a director.

The projects Morrison and Wolfman are working on are in the early stages at Warners, whose execs declined to comment.

The studio is taking pitches on sci-fi hero Adam Strange and the underwater-breathing hero "Aquaman," to be produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and his Appian Way shingle.

Also in the pipeline: "Bizarro Superman" being written by "Galaxy Quest" scribes David Howard and Robert Gordon; a sequel to "Constantine," with Goldsman and Erwin Stoff producing; two concurrent Green Arrow projects, an origin story and a prison-set one titled "Super Max"; and "Shazam," which was set up at New Line but has moved to Warners, with Pete Segal attached to direct.

They also mention a Superman Returns sequel, a third Batman film from Christopher Nolan and the Justice League movie, but there's no real news there.

First Look at Kingsley in Prince of Persia

ComingSoon.net has your exclusive first official look at Sir Ben Kingsley as the villain in Walt Disney Pictures' Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, opening in theaters on May 28, 2010.

In the fantasy adventure based on Ubisoft's popular video game, Jake Gyllenhaal will play Dastan, a young prince in sixth century Persia who must join forces with Tamina (Gemma Arterton), a feisty and exotic princess, to prevent a villainous nobleman (Kingsley) from possessing the Sands of Time, a gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world. Alfred Molina and Toby Kebbell co-star in the Mike Newell-directed film.

Iron Man 2 Wraps Principal Photography

You might have seen Iron Man 2 director Jon Favreau's Tweets about principal photography wrapping up in the early hours of Saturday, July 18th, which was followed by a wrap party on Sunday night. Now, Marvel.com has posted quotes from producer Kevin Feige about the 71-day shoot as well. Here's a clip:

"Shooting 'Iron Man 2' was a fantastic experience and we couldn't be happier. Although there were many challenges in making this film, having Jon Favreau, Robert Downey, Gwyneth Paltrow and almost the entire crew from the first film back on board, allowed us to hit the ground running as everyone was instantly familiar with each other from day one," Feige told Marvel.com. "This dynamic allowed us to get done what we needed on a day to day basis and was a big factor in why we finished slightly ahead of schedule."

Cage in talks for 'Green Hornet' villain

Nicolas Cage is circling the villain role in comic book adventure The Green Hornet.

According to Variety, the Knowing star is in early talks to portray a gangster who goes up against Seth Rogen's masked crimefighter.

It has also been confirmed that Cameron Diaz is in discussions to play the love interest, a reporter who works for the newspaper owned by the Hornet's alter ego Britt Reid.

The superhero film, which Columbia Pictures has scheduled for a July 9, 2010 release, will be directed by Michel Gondry (Be Kind Rewind) from a script by Rogen and Evan Goldberg.

Johns to produce 'Flash' movie

Geoff Johns has been unveiled as writer and producer for the upcoming movie based on DC superhero the Flash.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Warner Bros has recruited the current Green Lantern scribe to work alongside writer Dan Mazeau, as well as Grant Morrison and Marv Wolfman, who have been hired as consultants.

The cinematic adaptation is expected to detail the origin story of the hero, following teenager Wally West as he is gifted superhuman speed after being struck by a bolt of lightening.

David Dobkin is attached to direct the film, with Warners targeting a 2011 release.

Several other DC IPs are expected to follow the Flash onto the big screen, with Green Lantern currently in pre-production and Aquaman, Green Arrow and Bizzaro Superman all in planning stages.

'Knight' producer acquires 'Voltron' rights

Atlas Entertainment has acquired the rights to bring Voltron to the big screen.

Along with his film company partners, Dark Knight producer Charles Roven is to bring a live-action version of the Japanese anime series to cinemas after the project was dropped by 20th Century Fox last year, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The movie will be based on the '80s children’s programme in which five robot lions formed together as one gigantic super entity known as Voltron. The show also spawned a popular line of toys during its run and has reportedly remained popular with 'fanboys' ever since it went off the air.

"It's undeniably impressive that Voltron has sustained itself globally for a quarter of a century," Roven said.

Atlas Entertainment has an overall deal with Warner Brothers, while it is understood that the project will utilise CGI technology in the tradition of recent box office champ Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen.

Crowe in 'Commander' sequel talks

Russell Crowe has confirmed that he is in early talks about returning for a Master & Commander sequel.

The actor claimed that he is in negotiations about reprising his role as British sea captain Jack Aubrey during an interview at the Ashes test match at Lords cricket ground, London.

Crowe told The AP that there is "still a long way to go" with the project but it is one of several currently under his consideration.

Master & Commander, which was based on three novels from Patrick O'Brien's 20 book series, was released in 2003 and earned ten Oscar nominations.

A script based on O'Brien's 1986 book The Reverse Of The Medal has reportedly been completed. The story follows Aubrey in the Caribbean on HMS Surprise, where he meets his illegitimate son Samuel Panda.

Cast members from the original film are apparently already signed up for two sequels.

'Potter' to become top film franchise?

The Harry Potter films are expected to become the top-grossing franchise in movie history.

The sixth instalment, due out in UK cinemas on July 17, could push the series over the $5 billion mark in global box office and would place it ahead of the James Bond catalogue to become the highest earner ever, Variety reports.

The first five movies in the wizard saga have grossed $4.48 billion in worldwide ticket sales. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince will open in 4,300 domestic cinemas and in every major market internationally in 64 territories.

US online ticket service Fandango reported that the latest instalment, which opened in the States today, is the fastest-selling picture of the year and the biggest of any Potter title they have tracked via sales.

It was previously revealed that the IMAX release for the new film has been pushed back by two weeks.

Bruckheimer discusses 'Pirates 4' progress

Jerry Bruckheimer has revealed that filming on the fourth instalment in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise is expected to start next year.

The producer, who recently admitted that the project is a "priority" for Disney, confirmed again that Johnny Depp will return as Captain Jack Sparrow but declined to comment on whether Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley will join him.

"We're working on it. We’re very excited about it and we hope to start filming it next year. The writers are working on it. Same writers who wrote the first three, so it has the same kind of adventure, fun, and humour that we’ve given you in the past," he told Access Hollywood.

When asked whether rock star Keith Richards will be returning as Depp's father, he replied: "We don’t know yet, we’re not going to give that away."

Knightley recently appeared to rule out the possibility of reprising the role of Elizabeth Swann, while Orlando Bloom (Will Turner) has yet to comment on whether he would be open to returning.

Jackson death 'being treated as homicide'

The Los Angeles Police Department has begun treating Michael Jackson's death as a possible homicide, according to TMZ.

The website has alleged that "multiple" sources within the LAPD are reporting that the investigation is being focused on Jackson's former doctor.

Law officials are quoted as saying there is "plenty of powerful evidence" to link Dr Conrad Murray to an anaesthetic called Diprivan, which the star is alleged to have taken.

It is reported that the evidence includes items found in Jackson's rented home, including the painkillers, an IV stand and an oxygen tank.

The celebrity website also claimed that the LAPD had already held "multiple conversations" with the LA County District Attorney's office about the case. An attorney for Murray has reportedly refused to comment on whether his client administered the drug.

Earlier today, it was reported that the LA Coroner's Office had subpoenaed the singer's former dermatologist Arnold Klein in order to examine "additional medical records".

Tom Felton discusses 'Twilight 3' rumours Share

Harry Potter star Tom Felton has again laughed off speculation that he is considering a role in the third Twilight instalment.

The actor, who plays Draco Malfoy in the magical series, was rumoured to be in contention for the part of Riley in the highly-anticipated Eclipse.

Speaking to J-14, he said: "I heard that, I have no idea [where it came from]. The internet is a great source for rumours!

"My agent's ear is to the ground so you never know what's going to happen. I'd be thrilled to join that franchise!"

When asked who would win in a fight between Draco and Twilight's Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson), he replied: "I think Edward has got me there! Draco's a wimp! He has no chance against that guy."

Felton was first linked to the pivotal role in June, although screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg recently admitted that she wanted Fighting star Channing Tatum to land the part.

Hasselhoff 'wants Price for UK Baywatch'

David Hasselhoff has reportedly claimed that he wants Katie Price to star in a British version of his former show Baywatch.

The glamour model is thought to be among the favourites to take on the role of lifeguard CJ Parker, made famous in the original series by Pamela Anderson.

"I’ve been thinking about basing a new show over here. It would be called UK-Watch. And Jordan is certainly feisty and has curves in all the right places," he is quoted as telling the Daily Star.

Hasselhoff previously branded Price "stunning" and suggested that they could "have a lot of fun together" if they were both single.

Price is thought to have already held discussions with some of Hollywood's biggest agencies about the possibility of launching a movie career. She recently jetted to Los Angeles for a holiday, but it has been rumoured that she may take acting classes while there.

'Twilight' director not feeling any pressure

Twilight director Catherine Hardwicke has admitted that she does not feel any pressure to match the enormous success of the vampire romance.

Speaking to Reuters, the filmmaker claimed that it was "not healthy" to measure her future achievements against the box office hit, which grossed over $300 million worldwide.

"I don't think that's possible [to top it], and I don't think that's a healthy way to think. Twilight was a phenomenon - the stars just aligned on that film," she said.

"Thank God Ridley Scott didn't stop after Blade Runner. He made Thelma and Louise and Gladiator and a million other interesting movies. I still want to make other good films that won't lose money."

When asked how her career had changed since the film, she replied: "Right now, I can say in a meeting, 'Well on Twilight this is how we did it and this is how we made it work'. And people go, 'Oh wow, that movie made money'. They listen to me a little bit more than before."

Hardwicke, who penned a behind-the-scenes companion to the movie, withdrew from helming the sequel New Moon last year.

Affleck: 'Acting not important as family'

Ben Affleck has claimed that having a family is more important than his movie career.

The He's Just Not That Into You actor admitted that he is happy to play the real-life roles of husband to actress Jennifer Garner and father to the couple's two daughters, Violet, 3, and 6-month-old Seraphina, Contactmusic reports.

He said: "Work has taken a back seat. My job is not as important as it was. Saying that having a family changed my life is a cliché. But it's true - it rearranged my life and made me see clearly."

Affleck previously said that he and his spouse often clash over household chores.

Paris Hilton to testify in film publicity trial

Paris Hilton is expected to testify at trial tomorrow following accusations that she failed to carry out the required promotion for her 2006 movie Pledge This!.

The socialite has denied allegations by the World Entertainment Group that her reported lack of publicity for the sorority comedy caused the DVD distributor to lose more than $8.3 million.

Speaking during a deposition in May, the 28-year-old insisted that she "did my best" to promote the film at "any chance I got".

Pledge This!, which starred Hilton as the snobbish president of a college sorority, bombed at the box office, taking around $2.3 million worldwide.

The lawsuit is seeking more than $8 million from Hilton and her film company. The heiress is currently filming her reality show My BFF in Dubai.

Remo Williams returns for 'Destroyer'

Action hero Remo Williams will be revived in new Columbia Picture project The Destroyer, says The Hollywood Reporter.

Originating in Warren Murphy and Richard Sapir's adventure novels, the character is a New Jersey police officer who is sent down for a crime he didn't commit. He fakes his own death in the electric chair and reinvents himself as a vigilante named the Destroyer.

Fred Ward played the character in the 1985 film Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins. A TV spinoff was made three years later with Jeffrey Meek starring as Williams.

Charley Parlapanide and Vlas Parlapanide will script the new take on the role, which will be based on the first book in the series and tell the character's genesis story.

The Dark Knight's Charles Roven and Transporter's Steve Chasman will produce The Destroyer.

Lucas 'left scarred by sex scenes'

Josh Lucas has said that he hated filming sex scenes for his new movie because he had to spend a whole day with naked strangers.

The Poseidon actor, who plays a sex-mad con man in Death in Love, had to simulate sex with nine different women for the role.

The star admitted that the scenes left him feeling dirty and "strange", saying: "I filmed nine very hardcore sex simulation scenes with women I never met. At the end of the day I felt crazy!" Even when the actor went to sleep he said that his "dreams were pretty weird".

He went on to joke: "You're sharing body fluids whether you like it or not. I could never be a porn star. I was shook up. I did not walk away from that thinking 'Oh that was fun'."

Lucas, who was rumoured to be dating The Notebook actress Rachel McAdams earlier this year, says that he is now hoping to star in a family-friendly movie.

Stiller plotting 'Dodgeball' sequel?

Ben Stiller met cyclist Lance Armstrong to discuss a potential Dodgeball sequel earlier this week, say reports.

Armstrong cameoed in the 2004 comedy, but Stiller apparently wants the seven-times Tour de France winner to have a large role in a potential follow-up.

According to Yahoo, the new film is likely to be "infused with cycling influences". It has also been suggested that Vince Vaughan and Chuck Norris, who appeared in the original, will be replaced by George Hincaple and Jens Voight.

Armstrong revealed that he had met Stiller in a Twitter post, which apologised for his late arrival at a Tour de France signing.

"Sorry we were late for the sign-on this morning," he wrote. "It was Stiller's fault."

Stiller has previously hinted at a sequel to his fashionista comedy Zoolander and is currently working on the third instalment in his Meet The Parents franchise.