Surprise cameo confirmed for THOR

THOR is just around the corner and excitement is at an all-time high for the project. Everyone is curious to see what the film will end up being like, and how it will tie itself into the upcoming AVENGERS movie. We had heard that we might have an Avenger show up in the film, but nothing had been confirmed. Until now.

Jeremy Renner’s portrayal as Hawkeye will apparently first happen in THOR, in what is assumed to be an extended cameo. At CinemaCon, Paramount showed off footage from the upcoming film and one scene involved Hawkeye working with Clark Gregg’s Agent Coulson. Renner had several lines in the scene and even used his bow and arrow. No word yet if his part extends past this scene, though. Continue reading “Surprise cameo confirmed for THOR” →

Hank Azaria and James Marsden could fill the other two THREE STOOGES roles

THE THREE STOOGES movie has been trying to get its cast together for a good while now to no success, with actors hopping on board and dropping off constantly. With the film getting ready to begin filming next month, they really need to get cracking. With the recent news that Will Sasso would be playing Curly, they certainly are in high gear. But who will play Moe and Larry?

The word around the campfire is that Hank Azaria and James Marsden are the men to take up the roles.

Azaria would be getting a bowl cut to play Moe Howard, and Marsden would be the man to portray Larry Fine. Both actors are very funny, and certainly have the ability to pull their roles off. Azaria especially has potential to be a really great Moe. Continue reading “Hank Azaria and James Marsden could fill the other two THREE STOOGES roles” →

Robert De Niro joins FREELANCERS with 50 Cent

Robert De Niro is arguably one of the greatest actors of all time, appearing in many films that have gone on to receive critical acclaim. His career is just as hot as ever, even with films that fan the flame a bit like LITTLE FOCKERS. De Niro has the opportunity to be in the spotlight until he doesn’t want to be anymore, so he can do pretty much any project he wants.

Now he is looking to team back up with Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in his upcoming film, FREELANCERS.

The story follows Jackson’s character as he joins the NYPD following his father’s death. He finds himself ultimately teamed up with his dad’s ex-partner (De Niro), becoming a member of a special task force. Jessy Terrero will be directing the film, and Forest Whitaker is in talks to join the cast. Continue reading “Robert De Niro joins FREELANCERS with 50 Cent” →

MGM gets a CHILD'S PLAY remake started

Horror reboots are all the rage these days, continue to capture Hollywood’s imagination and attention. We’ve so far seen remakes of TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE, HALLOWEEN, and even A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET. Now it looks like MGM wants to bring one of their classic franchises back from its slumber in a series reboot.

MGM is reportedly trying to put out a reboot of the CHILD’S PLAY franchise starring everyone’s favorite killer doll, Chucky. The studio released the original film, while Universal put out all the sequels to the series. Because of this, there was a little bit of a rights dispute over the franchise. That has since been ironed out, and MGM will be releasing the reboot. It has been described as a darker version of the original story. Don Mancini, the man behind the franchise. will be writing the script with Brad Dourif, the voice of Chucky also involved. Continue reading “MGM gets a CHILD'S PLAY remake started” →

Disney looking to get back into the PETER PAN game

When most people think of PETER PAN, they probably think back to Disney’s 1953 animated classic. Some people might think back to the less memorable 2003 film, but that’s another story. Either way, it seems that Hollywood is looking to remind us again about the boy who wouldn’t grow up.

While there is currently a project in the works with Channing Tatum and Billy Ray that seems to be taking a more reivisionist bent on the fairy tale, Disney is looking for its own new PETER PAN project. The studio is apparently trying to get back into the PETER PAN way of thinking, and are working on their own version of a PETER PAN prequel.

The film would be based off of a children’s book called Peter and the Starcatchers, which was written by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson back in 2004. Disney seems pretty interested in making the film, but they want to make sure there is a market for it. Currently, they have a couple of theatre versions of the story being performed in New York and San Diego. The word on the play is that it is very good. Continue reading “Disney looking to get back into the PETER PAN game” →

Josh Radnor to direct and star in LIBERAL ARTS

Josh Radnor has it pretty good right now. His hit show How I Met Your Mother, won’t be going anywhere as CBS has picked the show up for two more seasons. To further fill up his calendar, he is finding time to direct his own features in his off-time from the show. His first feature, HAPPYTHANKYOUMOREPLEASE was well received and was a part of the 2010 Sundance Film Festival.

He is now set up to direct his second feature titled LIBERAL ARTS. Continue reading “Josh Radnor to direct and star in LIBERAL ARTS” →

Cartoon Network to bring us DC Nation

The DC Universe is having quite a boom in prominence right now, especially when you consider all of the DC films coming out in the next couple years. They have the GREEN LANTERN film this summer, and THE DARK KNIGHT RISES and Zack Snyder’s Superman film around the corner.

Now they’re looking to breathe a new life in their already booming animated factor by bringing us a DC-branded block of programming on Cartoon Network. You can check out some bits from the press release after the break! Continue reading “Cartoon Network to bring us DC Nation” →

CLOVERFIELD 2 is coming slowly, but surely

It’s pretty surprising that we have yet to see a sequel to 2008’s CLOVERFIELD, especially after the film went on to be a huge success. It felt like the kind of film to have a quick sequel released while the iron was still hot, but instead we’ve sat idly by, waiting for some kind of update on a sequel.

Now we can rest a little easier, because we know that the minds behind the original are still interested in the universe they created, they are just taking their time. This update comes directly from the film’s director Matt Reeves, check it out after the break! Continue reading “CLOVERFIELD 2 is coming slowly, but surely” →

24 movie to hit next year, according to Kiefer Sutherland

The 24 movie has been brewing for a while now, with seemingly very little progress happening. We had Billy Ray’s script that got turned down a while back, and the film has yet to have a director attached. However, hopes still seem to be very high on the project from those involved.

But has 24 already gone the way of the ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT movie? Kiefer Sutherland says otherwise, as he claims the film will release next year. Continue reading “24 movie to hit next year, according to Kiefer Sutherland” →

Billy Bob Thornton in talks for BAD SANTA 2

Billy Bob Thornton is quite a personality. In fact, that personality is just as well known as he is for his acting career. He is known for his insanely brash nature and his wacky hijinks that he has had. That’s why his casting in 2003’s BAD SANTA was probably some of the most fitting casting calls ever to happen.

Now it looks like The Weinstein Company is pretty serious about making a sequel to the film, and has even began talks with Billy Bob about reprising his role. Continue reading “Billy Bob Thornton in talks for BAD SANTA 2” →