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Cersei and Tywin Join PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES

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Two major developments on Pride And Prejudice And Zombies, the Burr Steers film that mixes the mannered, brain-challenging prose of Jane Austen with brain-eating corpses from hell. Screen Gems has closed a deal for U.S. distribution rights, and Game Of Thrones‘ Charles Dance and Lena Headey have joined the cast. The film stars Lily James, Sam Riley, Bella Heathcoate, Jack Huston, Douglas Booth, Matt Smith, and Suki Waterhouse.

Screen Gems seems a strong match for this literary mash-up that begins with the tangled relationship between lovers from different social classes in 19th-century England, and is complicated by a full-on outbreak of zombies. That plot embellishment escaped Austen but was added by Seth Grahame-Smith, and it probably would have propelled me to actually finish Austen’s book had she thought of it in the first place. Latest script is by Steers.


Lena Headey, Charles Dance Join Screen Gems' PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES
 
International Trailer for Time-Travel Thriller PREDESTINATION

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Once upon a time The Spierig Bros. were attached to direct a Dark Crystal sequel that, like pretty much every other Jim Henson Co. feature film, never came to be. A shame, though, because they've got just the right skills for that kind of picture. They're experts at world building, as demonstrated by their films Undead, the reverse vampire thriller Daybreakers, and now - from the looks of things - the time travel thriller, Predestination. Actually, they're building more than one world here, with very distinctive settings required for the different time zones.

Ethan Hawke did well in Daybreakers so it's no surprise that he and the Spierigs got together again. Looks to me like he's got a lot of fun things to do here. Based on the short story “All You Zombies” by Robert Heinlein, Hawke plays a “temporal agent,” who has pursued one criminal throughout his entire career. There’s no US date set for Predestination, which opens in Australia on August 28. It also stars newcomer Sarah Snook, Noah Taylor, Madeleine West and Christopher Kirby. [Click HERE to see the first trailer.]

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International Trailer for Time-Travel Thriller PREDESTINATION
 
REACH ME Trailer Starring Sly Stallone, Thomas Jane and More

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Trailer for Michael Mann's BLACKHAT Starring Chris Hemsworth

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Legendary and Universal have released the first trailer for Michael Mann
 
New BIG HERO 6 Trailer Is All about the Big, Cuddly Baymax

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Disney has released a new trailer for Big Hero 6, and the focus continues to be on how Baymax (voiced by Scott Adsit) is adorable. We do get a bit more of the plot in this trailer, which shows that Baymax was created by Hiro Hamada
 
Y: THE LAST MAN Movie is Dead; Rights Revert Back to Creators

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The Y The Last Man movie adaptation is officially dead, once again. Almost-director Dan Trachtenberg was asked about the project on Twitter and said the following:
 
Action-Packed Trailer for Wachowskis' JUPITER ASCENDING

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When 2014 began, many thought Jupiter Ascending would be one of the coolest films of the year. Fans eagerly anticipated its summer release date. As that date drew closer and closer, however, it was pretty obvious something was happening. Warner Bros. bumped the sci-fi film by Andy and Lana Wachowski to February of 2015. Was this a cry for help or just a delay for something awesome? It's still unknown. But a new Jupiter Ascending trailer might offer a clue. It
 
Dwayne Johnson Confirmed to Star in THE JANSON DIRECTIVE

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Back in July, it was first reported that Dwayne Johnson was set to produce and star in Universal’s adaptation of Robert Ludlum’s (the Bourne series) book The Janson Directive. Johnson has today confirmed that he’s starring in the film, while Academy Award-winner Akiva Goldsman will pen the script. Johnson tweeted, "Academy Award winner Akiva Goldsman will write the script. Let's roll... " The story follows a former consular ops agent who goes into business as a private security consultant after becoming uncomfortable with the high number of sanctioned killings as a covert operative. In his new occupation, he teams up with a sharpshooter to take on assignments that he deems worthy of aid.

Johnson most recently wrapped work on Fast & Furious 7, and while he’s expected to return for G.I. Joe 3, he’s been choosing more star vehicles for himself as of late. He’s currently filming the disaster pic San Andreas, he’ll be seen later this month as the lead in Hercules, and HBO picked up his new show Ballers to series. Johnson is one very busy man, but Janson Directive seems like a solid next step on his path towards world domination.


Dwayne Johnson Confirmed for The Janson Directive; Akiva Goldsman to Pen Script
 
1st Trailer for Joe Carnahan's STRETCH Starring Patrick Wilson

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Stretch has gone through a bit of a rough period. The film, directed by Joe Carnahan and produced by Jason Blum, was originally set for a theatrical premiere back in March, but Universal Studios decided to drop it from its release slate, choosing to utilize other creative methods. Now, with an Amazon and iTunes release on October 7, and a VOD release on October 14, the first Stetch trailer has debuted online.

Entertainment Weekly has now released the first trailer for Stretch and shows something more along the lines of The Transporter but with a sense of humor. Starring Patrick Wilson, the film sees a limo driver owing a lot of money to some bad folks and must turn over the dough by midnight. In desperation, he takes a job from a crazed billionaire and Hangover-style shenanigans ensue.
And, yes, it may not look like it at first, but that hippie-dippie-looking fellow with one helluva beard is indeed Chris Pine.

The film also stars Jessica Alba, Ed Helms, Norman Reedus, Ray Liotta, Shaun Toub, Brooklyn Decker, and David Hasselhoff. Stretch will be available on iTunes and Amazon on October 7th and on VOD on October 14th.




First Trailer for Joe Carnahan's STRETCH Starring Patrick Wilson
 
U.S. Trailer for the 'Best Horror Film of 2014' THE BABADOOK

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The Babadook is good enough that, after nine months of Sundance audiences flapping their gums about it’s virtues, Fantastic Fest audiences saw through any hype and responded enthusiastically to the film in multiple screenings over the past week. It’s good enough that, even with the debut of other impressive horror pictures (such as festival entries Cub, It Follows, and Shrew’s Nest — especially Shrew’s Nest) The Babadook still rings as the top horror film of 2014 so far. And now Icon has released the first Babadook U.S. trailer. Not only is this considered by many to be one of the best horror films of the year by far, but it’s also got the potential to become an unforgettable classic. The Babadook arrives in theaters and on VOD on November 28th.

Synopsis: Six years after the violent death of her husband, Amelia (Essie Davis) is at a loss. She struggles to discipline her ‘out of control’ 6 year-old, Samuel (Noah Wiseman), a son she finds impossible to love. Samuel’s dreams are plagued by a monster he believes is coming to kill them both. When a disturbing storybook called ‘The Babadook’ turns up at their house, Samuel is convinced that the Babadook is the creature he’s been dreaming about. His hallucinations spiral out of control, he becomes more unpredictable and violent. Amelia, genuinely frightened by her son’s behaviour, is forced to medicate him. But when Amelia begins to see glimpses of a sinister presence all around her, it slowly dawns on her that the thing Samuel has been warning her about may be real.




U.S. Trailer for THE BABADOOK: This Demon Is Here to Stay
 
Watch the New Green-Band Trailer for THE INTERVIEW

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A few days ago, we got the red-band trailer for The Interview, and it was painfully funny. All the jokes were landing, and it helps that they’ve got a great premise: James Franco plays Dave Skylark, a vapid talk show host who, along with his producer Aaron Rapoport (Seth Rogen), land an interview with Kim Jong-un (Randall Park). But their attempt at hard news gets upended when the CIA asks the duo to assassinate the North Korean leader. If you’re worried that the movie can’t work without R-rated jokes, this green-band trailer should put your mind at ease. This could easily be one of the funniest films of the year. The film opens December 25th, and also stars Lizzy Caplan.

Synopsis: In the action-comedy The Interview, Dave Skylark (James Franco) and his producer Aaron Rapoport (Seth Rogen) run the popular celebrity tabloid TV show “Skylark Tonight.” When they discover that North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un is a fan of the show, they land an interview with him in an attempt to legitimize themselves as journalists. As Dave and Aaron prepare to travel to Pyongyang, their plans change when the CIA recruits them, perhaps the two least-qualified men imaginable, to assassinate Kim Jong-un.




Watch the New Hilarious Green-Band Trailer for THE INTERVIEW
 
Alex Winter Gives an Excellent Update on BILL & TED 3

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Alex Winter: "[Bill & Ted] will be 40-something and it’s all about Bill and Ted grown up, or not grown up. It’s really sweet and really f---ing funny. But it’s a Bill & Ted movie, that’s what it is. It’s for the fans of Bill & Ted. It fits very neatly in the [series]. It’s not going to feel like a reboot. The conceit is really funny: What if you’re middle-aged, haven’t really grown up and you’re supposed to have saved the world and maybe, just maybe, you kinda haven’t?”

“There’s many versions of ourselves in this movie. [It’s] answering the question: ‘What happened to these guys?’ They’re supposed to have done all this stuff, they weren’t the brightest bulbs on the tree, what happened 20 years later? To answer that question in a comedic way felt rich with possibility.”

“Me and Keanu and [original writers] Chris [Matheson] and Ed [Solomon] are all very close and have remained close over the years. It took time to construct the idea, it took Chris and Ed time to build the first draft. Then we put a producer together and got a director [Galaxy Quest helmer Dean Parisot]. We’ve been working on drafts for the last couple of years. The script’s been finished for a while, but comedy is so specific. We’re in that world where producers are on, financiers are on and we’re just working and reworking the script.”


Alex Winter Says Bill & Ted 3 Has Financing and Producers But Will Still Take a While
 
First Trailer for Paul Thomas Anderson's INHERENT VICE

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Warner Bros. has released the highly anticipated first Inherent Vice trailer for filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson’s adaptation of the Thomas Pynchon novel, and it is glorious. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix as private detective Larry “Doc Sportello” who is enlisted to help a former lover thwart a potential kidnapping involving her current billionaire boyfriend.

While PTA has trended a bit darker with his past few films, Inherent Vice looks to be a delightfully goofy romp that’s closer in tone to Boogie Nights than There Will Be Blood. Joaquin Phoenix looks to be absolutely perfect casting as the pothead protagonist. Moreover, the supporting cast appears to be phenomenal as well, with Josh Brolin getting a particularly hilarious standout moment here. Anderson cuts his own trailers so this is likely a very accurate snapshot of the film’s vibe as a whole.

The film also stars Owen Wilson, Katherine Waterston, Reese Witherspoon, Benicio Del Toro, Martin Short, Jena Malone, and Joanna Newsom. Inherent Vice opens in limited release on December 12th.

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First Trailer for Paul Thomas Anderson's Inherent Vice Released
 
CROUCHING TIGER 2 to Show in IMAX & Netflix Simultaneously

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Press Release: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend, the stunning next chapter in the saga started by the critically and popularly acclaimed Ang Lee martial arts epic, will premiere exclusively on Netflix and in selected global IMAX
 
Rama, please answer the following:

Favorite director
Favorite screenwriter
Favorite actors
Favorite actresses
 
Rama, please answer the following:

Favorite director
Favorite screenwriter
Favorite actors
Favorite actresses

Of All Time?

Its weird, I'm drawing a complete blank right now.

Okay, this is going to be off the cuff; so I reserve the right to edit this list at a later date.

Directors: Paul Thomas Anderson, Coen Bros, Wes Anderson, Kubrick, Ang Lee, QT, Scorsese, GDT

Screenwriters PTA, Coen Bros. Kubrick, Wes Anderson, Cameron Crowe, QT, Spike Jonze (still have trouble believing Her was an original work and not based on some 800 page Sci-Fi novel), GDT

Actors: DDL, PSH, Matt Damon (srs), Fassbender, Cruise, Javier Bardem, Brando, Jack, DeNiro, Pacino, Newman, Duvall, Hackman, Bridges, Phoenix

Actresses: Blunt, Cate Blanchett, Tilda Swinton, Cotillard, Keira Knightly, Naomi Watts, Frances McDormand,


I think I'm better at picking individual movies and appreciating what was great about that movie (director, screenplay, etc). Individuals are like fighters, they have their moments, but they're lucky if they have enough of them before they get stale or start mailing it in. A lot of the folks I listed (esp actors) are living on their rep. I couldn't care less if DeNiro or Pacino were ever in another movie.
 
Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters 2 Get New Director and Stars!

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MNN Exclusive: It was only a few hours ago that it was reported that Tommy Wirkola (Dead Snow) won't be returning to direct Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters 2. But in an unexpected twist of events, the Coen Brothers have now signed on to direct the action fantasy sequel with Michael Fassbender and Emily Blunt in final negotiations to replace Jeremy Renner and Gemma Arterton as the titular siblings.

3-time Academy Award winning actor Daniel Day-Lewis has also signed on to play the sibling's mentor. Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton are in final talks to play the powerful witch sisters, the main antagonists of the sequel. Though his role is still unknown, Javier Bardem is also on board but stipulates in his contract that his character has to have wacky hair. Judy Greer is set to play a troll via motion capture performance. Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Marion Cotillard and Joaquin Phoenix will have cameo roles as well.

Paul Thomas Anderson, Wes Anderson and Spike Jonze are set to pen the script. According to MNN sources, Paramount has already given the greenlight for three more installments of Hansel & Gretel and are in serious talks with a few directors to helm the sequels. If the deal pushes through, the plan is for Ang Lee to direct Part 3, Quentin Tarantino Part 4 and Martin Scorsese Part 5.
 
Elizabeth Banks and Donald Glover Join MAGIC MIKE XXL

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The sequel to Steven Soderbergh‘s surprise hit Magic Mike has added two more comedic actors, with Elizabeth Banks and Donald Glover joining the male stripper dramedy Magic Mike XXL. The now-filming sequel will see Channing Tatum, Matt Bomer and Joe Manganiello reprising their roles from the first film, though without Matthew McConaughey. XXL is set three years after the events of Magic Mike, and will see the guys on a road trip across the East Coast to one last show in Myrtle Beach.

Amber Heard, Andie McDowell and Jada Pinkett-Smith were previously announced to be joining the sequel, and on Monday NFL player-turned-talk show host Michael Strahan confirmed his role in the film as well, following invitations from Tatum during previous appearances on Live and Michael and Kelly. Glover is best known for his role as Troy on Community — which he left in the middle of season 5. Banks, who is making her feature directorial debut on Pitch Perfect 2, who will next be seen reprising her role as Effie in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay.

Synopsis: Picking up the story three years after Mike bowed out of the stripper life at the top of his game, Magic Mike XXL finds the remaining Kings of Tampa likewise ready to throw in the towel. But they want to do it their way: burning down the house in one last blow-out performance in Myrtle Beach, and with legendary headliner Magic Mike sharing the spotlight with them. On the road to their final show, with whistle stops in Jacksonville and Savannah to renew old acquaintances and make new friends, Mike and the guys learn some new moves and shake off the past in surprising ways.


Elizabeth Banks and Donald Glover Join MAGIC MIKE XXL; First Synopsis Released
 
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