The date is fast approaching for the popular talk show host Conan O’Brien’s premiere on TBS. An entertaining, action-packed promo has been making rounds. A rare occasion to call Conan badass? Definitely. The highly anticipated show will premiere on November 8. And for those who are hard-of-reading: that’s November 8 on TBS.
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Luc Besson Will Direct Sci-Fi Film
Director, writer, and producer Luc Besson has always been prolific in the film industry. Yet, he rarely helms the director seat. It’s recently been reported that Besson is working on a sci-fi film which is being compared to his movie The Fifth Element. He is, of course, set to direct.“With the advent of digital technology, it is amazing what you can do. The technique has caught the imagination. One can imagine anything, there will always technicians to follow you in your delusion.”
-Luc Besson
Pre-production begins in 2011 and production supposedly in 2012 and 2013. It’s planned to be a sci-fi epic.
Who isn’t excited for it? I’m a huge fan of The Fifth Element. Luc Besson back to directing a sci-fi film has massive potential. I’m very stoked for it. Now to learn patience.
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Luke Evans in The Raven
Director James McTeigue’s The Raven moves forward with John Cusack in the role of Edgar Allan Poe. The premise is a killer using Poe’s work as inspiration, which forces Poe to help track down the serial killer after his fiancée is kidnapped.Joining John Cusack in the period drama will be Luke Evans; who is highly regarded in theater productions. Evans will be portraying the detective working with Edgar Allan Poe.
Once again Luke Evans is making a name for himself. After all, he’s made the transition from theater to film productions just this year. And starring opposite of John Cusack will make it an exciting endeavor.
The Raven is written by Hannah Shakespeare and Ben Livingston. Production for the film begins later this year.
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Released Daft Punk Image and Song for Tron: Legacy
The release for the highly anticipated film Tron: Legacy is fast approaching. And on top of that? Daft Punk — who are providing the music for the movie — will also be making an appearance in the film. Coupled with the release of an image of Daft Punk in Tron is a teaser to one of their songs entitled The Game Has Changed. I am entirely too excited for both the film and the soundtrack. Is it December yet? -
Emma Stone in New Spider-Man Film
In earlier reports actress Emma Stone was in the running for the part of Mary Jane Watson in the new Spider-Man film starring Andrew Garfield. Much to everybody’s surprise, Stone has secured the role of Peter Parker’s first girlfriend Gwen Stacy. Some were pessimistic about the choice, saying that another redhead has landed a role for a blonde — but then came another surprise: Emma Stone is a natural blonde.“The chemistry between Andrew and Emma was stunning and made Emma the clear choice. At the heart of the story of Peter Parker is not only the amazing Spider-Man, but also an ordinary teenager who is wondering what he has to do to get the girl. Andrew and Emma will bring everything audiences expect to these roles, but also make them their own.”
-Marc Webb
It’s certainly a twist of events no one was expecting. I’m still in awe that Emma Stone wasn’t cast as Mary Jane. She has the sultry voice that would suit Mary Jane very well. Nevertheless, I’m entirely looking forward to the new Spider-Man film.
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Dwayne Johnson in Action Movie Faster
In July I wrote a post about Dwayne Johnson’s new action film Faster. A new trailer has been released showing how relentless Johnson’s character is on his path of revenge on the killers of his brother. It’s violent; it’s badass; and Dwayne Johnson is finally back in form in an action film. I’m stoked.
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Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance News
Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance continues moving forward with negotiations with actors Idris Elba and Johnny Whitworth. Elba will play the role of a monk who must find Ghost Rider. On the other side of the coin will be Whitworth’s character who is a criminal the devil recruits to find the son of Johnny Blaze (Ghost Rider).The plot for the new Ghost Rider film deals with Johnny Blaze staying low in Eastern Europe while grappling with his curse. Things don’t go smoothly as a sect recruits Blaze to battle the devil.
In July I expressed disappointment in the fight scenes and the feel of the first movie. The film lacked any real impact. It was merely going through the motions. The villains didn’t feel like a threat. In fact, none of the antagonists felt imposing.
Like I said in July, if there’s going to be any chance of success, they’ll need to focus more on the horror elements of Ghost Rider. It’s more horror than action. Use its strengths instead of ignoring them. Don’t try to fit Ghost Rider into a certain superhero mold. He’s a horrific antihero. Use that.
I’m still pessimistic over Nicolas Cage reprising his role as Johnny Blaze/Ghost Rider, but who knows? Directors Brian Taylor and Mark Neveldine just might get a performance out of Cage that will be more in tune with Ghost Rider.
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Zack Snyder to Direct Christopher Nolan’s Superman Film
Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures are bringing in a new Superman film that will be produced by critically acclaimed Christopher Nolan. And Nolan’s screenwriter for Batman Begins David Goyer is busy penning the script for the Superman movie. What else? Recent negotiations has locked in Zack Snyder in the director’s seat.The screenplay supposedly has a Richard Donner connection — which might only be in its villain: General Zod — which I hope is the case. I enjoyed Richard Donner’s Superman films, but the influences should be more heavy towards the comic books.
Zack Snyder is a surprising but welcomed choice. He always has loyalty towards source material and wanting to do it justice. His past visual style with Dr. Manhattan in Watchmen had a sense of wonder, which would match well with Superman. And it’s Snyder. We can expect real fight scenes — something that was sorely missing from Superman Returns.
The collaboration between Christopher Nolan and Zack Snyder is really exciting. They have different styles, but together there’s a lot of potential. And they both know it.
“In the initial meetings, he’s been super amazingly smart and also amazingly kind, filmmaker-to-filmmaker. I have great respect for him. The process has been amazing so far, and it looks like nothing but pluses.”
-Zack Snyder about Nolan.
Warner Bros. intends to reboot the Superman franchise to lead the DC Comics adaptations much like Marvel’s own movie universe. So far on paper they’re off to a good start.
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