New 007 SKYFALL gets some interesting set photos

Production of the new James Bond movie got off to a very rocky start. Being conceived during MGM’s financial troubles, the company couldn’t even get the project off the ground, even though it was a guaranteed financial success. This problem led to many of us fearing that Sam Mendes would leave the project, but ultimately the film got back on track with Mendes at the helm.

The plot of the film and its characters are still a big mystery though. But now, thanks to some set photos we get a look at Javier Bardem as the main villain. Continue reading “New 007 SKYFALL gets some interesting set photos” →

Mark Verheiden to co-write "Dark Tower" TV series

It’s pretty easy to get excited for the upcoming epic film endeavor, Stephen King’s THE DARK TOWER, which is being directed by Ron Howard and will Star Javier Bardem. It is set to be a trilogy of films, with a TV series bridging the gap between the first and second film. Akiva Goldsman was all set to write the TV series, but now we are finding out he is not alone.

Mark Verheiden, who will also be executive producing the series, will help Goldsman write the show. Continue reading “Mark Verheiden to co-write "Dark Tower" TV series” →

A Geek's Dream: Kevin Spacey almost faced Bond

When BOND 23 was first put on hold, an incredible force of rage and sadness overcame me. Not only did this mean that Sam Mendes might not direct the film when (and if) it came back, but it also meant I had to wait even longer for my next Bond fix. The wait was already long enough as it was.

Then we found out it was back on, Mendes was still on as director, and Javier Bardem was lined up to play the villain in the film. And while that’s all good news, now we are finding out what could have been if the film was not delayed. That “could have” was Kevin Spacey. Continue reading “A Geek's Dream: Kevin Spacey almost faced Bond” →