Vincenzo Natali’s NEUROMANCER begins pre-production

Back in 2009, Vincenzo Natali hit it big with audiences with his film SPLICE, a film that took the 2010 Sundance Film Festival by storm. Its odd, yet fascinating science fiction horror feel was captivating, and the performances from his very talented cast really brought the film together.

We had heard that Natali wanted his next project to be an adaptation of William Gibson’s book, Neuromancer, and now that pre-production has begun, this project will soon become a reality.

The book is known for setting up a lot of the concepts that ultimately became the Internet, and even introduced a common term that we use these days – “Cyberspace.” The film has secured sales and visual work has already began, principal photography is set to begin next year. Natali fans should get excited, as this film seems to be right in his wheelhouse. Continue reading “Vincenzo Natali’s NEUROMANCER begins pre-production” →

Chris Pine might star in Jeff Nichols' MUD

After he took up the mantle of Captain Kirk from William Shatner, Chris Pine quickly rocketed to the top of the emerging male lead actors list. He brought a new life to the character that Shatner had previously made famous, while making it is own and not being restrained by Shatner’s legacy. Then he snagged the role of the famous Jack Ryan character from Tom Clancy’s hit books, and now he will lead both franchises.

Now there just might be another film coming down the pipeline for Pine, Jeff Nichols’ MUD. Pine would star in the film as Mud, a fugitive who gets help from two boys in an attempt to escape. The film is said to be in the vein of STAND BY ME. Continue reading “Chris Pine might star in Jeff Nichols' MUD” →

"24" film is still on its way; script still in the works

A 24 feature film has been in the works for a while now, with nothing real coming out of constant production rumors as of yet. The hit show starring king of all-around bad-assery, Jack Bauer, came to its end after its eighth season last summer. Needless to say, the 24 movie is a slow-gestating project that fans can’t help but be riled up over.

Today’s update on the project comes from a Fox TV executive who has his pulse on the status of production. Fox Entertainment Chairman Peter Rice had this to say about the project:

“I don’t work at the movie company, but my intelligence around the lot is everybody would very much like to make a 24 movie ,and I believe that they’re working on the script. When they say ‘We don’t have a script,’ they don’t have a completed script that they’re about to go shoot. There’s a great desire to see Jack Bauer on the big screen.” Continue reading “"24" film is still on its way; script still in the works” →

Tim Burton no longer on MALEFICENT

Live action adaptations of classic animated tales (as specific as that sounds) is becoming somewhat of a common occurrence. Fans have rushed to the theaters to see them, as Tim Burton’s ALICE IN WONDERLAND has proven, when it grossed over a billion dollars in the box office. Regardless of the critical approval, something about these films are filling the seats.

Disney’s next effort, MALEFICENT, once had Tim Burton attached to the project, but it looks like that is a thing of the past. The film is to focus on the titular evil fairy godmother whose casts the first spell on Sleeping Beauty.

Word is that David Yates, who is most well known for his phenomenal work directing the last half of the HARRY POTTER films, is on Disney’s radar is a possible replacement. It’s hard to imagine any other director tackling this film the way Burton can, but someone like Yates certainly has the skill to do it. Maybe Yates’ talent set could even help him surpass what Burton could have done. Continue reading “Tim Burton no longer on MALEFICENT” →

Seth Grahame-Smith sells pitch for FROM MIA WITH LOVE

There’s a good chance that if you’re reading this site, you’re pretty excited for the upcoming adaptation of ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VAMPIRE HUNTER. The film is a geek dream, and it all seems to be working out pretty successfully. It seems as if the team behind the film has both a solid cast and a really good production staff on-board that will lead the film into success.

Now the writer of the film is working on a new project. Novelist and screenwriter Seth Grahame-Smith has sold a pitch to 20th Century Fox for a John Hughes-inspired film called FROM MIA WITH LOVE.

The film follows three friends who order a mail order bride who, upon arrival, declines to have sex with them. Instead, she trains them in the art of getting girls, and all four of them find a place of common ground. The plot does give me a WIERD SCIENCE kind of vibe, and that is something that I can certainly get behind. They key will be some deep characterization and making the characters relatable – which was how John Hughes was so successful. Continue reading “Seth Grahame-Smith sells pitch for FROM MIA WITH LOVE” →

Jack Black signs up for a BAILOUT

In the past, I’ve been known to really enjoy Jack Black movies, due to both his crazy antics and his ridiculous over-the-top presence. However, the past several years have led to a slump in the quality of his productions. In fact, the last time I remember really liking him in something was 2008’s TROPIC THUNDER. The kiddies have him in the KUNG FU PANDA series, but maybe us adults can get him back with BAILOUT.

BAILOUT is an upcoming comedy to be directed by Michael Winterbottom, which follows a man who is down and just plain out of luck. He loses his job and is piled underneath a mountain of debt, and things can’t seem to get any worse. He then meets two losers at the supermarket who give him a chance to redeem himself and win back his losses. Continue reading “Jack Black signs up for a BAILOUT” →

Mos Def joins "Dexter" for sixth season

Dexter has been a groundbreaking show for its network, Showtime, and has engaged fans for five seasons now. The sixth season will be premiering later this year, so Showtime is starting to give us some ideas as to what we should expect. Just a couple days ago, we found out that Colin Hanks would be joining the next season, and now we are getting word of another casting decision.

Rapper and actor Mos Def will be joining the next season for a multi-episode arc, where he will come under Dexter’s consideration. The role is described as “a hardened ex-con who claims to have found religion yet seems to continually find himself surrounded by violence.” Mos Def has the acting chops to pull off a role like this, so I can’t wait to see how he will portray the character. Continue reading “Mos Def joins "Dexter" for sixth season” →

UPDATED: Alec Baldwin wants to be replaced on ROCK OF AGES

UPDATED: Deadline now reports that Baldwin is staying with the film.

Alec Baldwin is a pretty amazing actor who has, in recent years, proved himself as an extremely likable comedic force. From films like IT’S COMPLICATED to his role in the NBC sitcom 30 Rock, Baldwin is at the top of his game. His next big role was set to be in the film adaptation of a Broadway musical called ROCK OF AGES.

It seems, however, that Baldwin might not end up in the film after all.

According to Deadline, Baldwin has asked New Line to replace him in the film. The part in question is that of a Bourbon Room owner named Dennis Dupree, an important role in the film that has a big musical number with it. Other popular comedic actors such as Steve Carell and Will Ferrell passed on the role, so now New Line will have to look even harder. Continue reading “UPDATED: Alec Baldwin wants to be replaced on ROCK OF AGES” →

GATW Podcast Ep. 45: Feel The Heat

Summer is finally here, and that means that the films are about to get very expensive, both in their budgets and on our billfolds. Either way, the movies get a lot of hype and are the thing to talk about. With the summer movie season getting started, we figured it was the perfect time for us to talk about some of our most anticipated summer films. We hope you brought your sunblock.

You can check out the episode after the break! Continue reading “GATW Podcast Ep. 45: Feel The Heat” →

Rod Lurie to direct BORDERLINE

Well-made thrillers are some of the most engaging films that get released. Between their exciting, more action-oriented scenes and the mentally stimulating mysteries, they offer up a product that often breaks the genre barrier. Most of the time you leave the theater going back over the story in your head, trying to remember back to all the clues that were presented throughout.

Now we have a new thriller being made, called BORDERLINE, and the people behind the movie pack quite a punch.

The film was written by Justin Marks, and will be directed by Rod Lurie, who most recently wrote and directed the upcoming STRAW DOGS remake. The film follows a man who must deal with a criminal who has kidnapped his wife and daughter. Surely there will be a lot more to the story, but such as with thrillers, most of it stays a mystery. Continue reading “Rod Lurie to direct BORDERLINE” →