***New Images of Michael C. Hall and Mos Def in DEXTER Season Six ***John Malkovich to Star in SIBERIAN EDUCATION ***BRIDESMAIDS Becomes Highest Grossing R-Rated Female Comedy Ever ***Colin Firth, Scarlett Johansson For Danny Boyle's Heist Thriller Trance ***Colin Farrell & Anton Yelchin: 'Fright Night' UK Posters!

New Images of Michael C. Hall and Mos Def in DEXTER Season Six

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: July 4th, 2011

Showtime has released two new images for the upcoming sixth season of Dexter.  The first, featuring Michael C. Hall standing crouched over a crime scene on the Miami beach, could be taken from any season.  (Though perhaps eagle-eyed viewers may spot a hint or two I missed.)  The second is more revealing in its depiction of Hall eying new cast member Mos Def suspiciously.  Or rather, Dexter is eying Def’s character (a reformed criminal) suspiciously, unless these are really insightful behind-the-scenes photos.
Edward James Olmos and Colin Hanks are also new to the cast this season, which we expect to premiere in September on the heels of the July 21 Comic-Con panel.  See the images after the jump. http://collider.com/dexter-images-season-6/100394/

John Malkovich to Star in SIBERIAN EDUCATION

by Brendan Bettinger  Posted: July 4th, 2011

John Malkovich has signed on to star in Siberian Education, an adaptation of the Nicolai Lilin autobiography of the same name.  Lilin grew up in Transnitria, a lawless community between Moldova and Ukraine that still maintains a strict moral code.  According to Variety, Malkovich will play “Grandfather Kuzja, who teaches his grandson Kolyma (played by Lithuanian actor Arnas Fedaravicius) the morals of  “honest criminals.’”
Stefano Rulli, Sandro Petraglia, and director Gabriele Salvatores (I’m Not Scared) collaborated on the screenplay, set in 1985-1995.  The international production starts shooting in Lithuania at the end of August — a few scenes will film in Italy.  Read the book synopsis after the break. http://collider.com/john-malkovich-siberian-education/100382/

BRIDESMAIDS Becomes Highest Grossing R-Rated Female Comedy Ever

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: July 4th, 2011

Paul Feig’s Bridesmaids is the little comedy that could. Despite a modest budget and no A-list stars, the Judd Apatow-produced film has been a consistent staple on the box office charts week after week. Now, after recently becoming the highest grossing entry in Judd Apatow’s library, Bridesmaids has become the highest grossing R-rated female comedy ever (via THR). The film’s current domestic tally sits at $152.9 million, enough to dethrone the previous “top R-rated female comedy” record-holder Sex and the City (apparently the term “comedy” has a loose connotation).
The script by star Kristin Wiig and Annie Mumolo hit that sweet spot of insane hilarity paired with a sizeable amount of heart. The film also owes a great amount of its success to director Feig (Freaks and Geeks) and the tour-de-force cast that includes Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Jon Hamm, Chris O’Dowd and stand-out Melissa McCarthy. If you’ve yet to see Bridesmaids, you’ve definitely missed out on one of the funniest movies of the year. http://collider.com/bridesmaids-highest-grossing-female-comedy/100357/

Colin Firth, Scarlett Johansson For Danny Boyle's Heist Thriller Trance

published: 2011-07-04 12:00:15 Author: Sean O'Connell
Could Oscar winner Colin Firth be leaping from the Coen Brothers’ crime comedy Gambit to a leading role in Danny Boyle’s next picture?

As Boyle snaps crucial pieces into place for his developing feature Trance, a bank-heist-gone-wrong thriller, casting rumors continue to swirl. While James McAvoy reportedly is locked in to the role of Simon, his X-Men: First Class cohort, Michael Fassbender, allegedly will not be along for the ride. Now Twitch Film is going so far as to say that Boyle actively is pursuing King’s Speech star Firth to take Fassbender’s place in the role of Aiden, though we don’t know much beyond the names of Boyle’s characters and aren’t sure how they fit into the overall narrative.

Firth isn’t the only actor on Boyle’s wish list. Scarlett Johannson is being approached for the major supporting role of Elizabeth. No formal offers have been made to either actor, but “who Boyle wants, Boyle gets.”

Johansson’s involvement, while automatically making Boyle’s film a better looking endeavor, also brings up scheduling conflicts. We know that the actress is on the hook for Joss Whedon’s current tentpole picture The Avengers, where she plays Black Widow. Her name also is attached to Jonathan Glazer’s Under the Skin, with Patrick Warburton, but IMDB has that with a 2014 release date.

The chance to work with Boyle should entice virtually any actor to clear out their schedule. He recently coached James Franco to an Oscar nomination for 127 Hours, and the idea of him directing what’s sure to be a kinetic bank heist flick has our pulse racing. Here’s to hoping Firth and Johansson sign on to Trance, but until then, we can look forward to watching them in the equally-excellent-looking Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and We Bought a Zoo, respectively, when they open later this year. http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Colin-Firth-Scarlett-Johansson-For-Danny-Boyle-s-Heist-Thriller-Trance-25525.html

Tue, 05 July 2011

Colin Farrell & Anton Yelchin: 'Fright Night' UK Posters!

Colin Farrell is one sexy vampire in this newly released UK poster for his upcoming film, Fright Night.

The 35-year-old Irish actor stars opposite David Tennant, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Anton Yelchin, Toni Collette, and Dave Franco in the remake of the 1985 film.

“It’s a cult classic. That movie would not work today,” Dave told MTV last year of the original film. “[The new film is] obviously the same concept, but a lot has changed to make everything make sense now. For example, my character wasn’t even in the original, so they’ve changed a lot and added a lot of school elements, just let it build a little more.”

Fright Night, which is the story of a teen who suspects that his new neighbor is a vampire, will hit the big screen on August 19. http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/07/05/colin-farrell-anton-yelchin-fright-night-uk-posters/

***'Bridesmaids' Celebrity Girls Night Out ***"Falling Skies" Premiere Screening in Hollywood

'Bridesmaids' Celebrity Girls Night Out
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The 'Bridesmaids' premiere in Sydney, Australia

 

The 'Bridesmaids' premiere in Sydney, Australia

Rose Byrne hits the red carpet for the premiere of hit comedy "Bridesmaids" in Sydney, Australia.

( June 14, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

 

The 'Bridesmaids' premiere in Sydney, Australia

In This Photo: Kristen Wiig

Kristen Wiig the red carpet for the premiere of hit comedy "Bridesmaids" in Sydney, Australia.

( June 14, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

 

The 'Bridesmaids' premiere in Sydney, Australia

In This Photo: Jennifer Hawkins

Jennifer Hawkins hits the red carpet for the premiere of hit comedy "Bridesmaids" in Sydney, Australia.

( June 14, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com

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"Bridesmaids" Stars Host Celebrity Girls Night Out
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"Falling Skies" Premiere Screening in Hollywood

 

"Falling Skies" Premiere Screening in Hollywood

In This Photo: Moon Bloodgood

Premiere Screening of "Falling Skies".Pacific Design Center, West Hollywood, CA.

( June 13, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

"Falling Skies" Premiere Screening in Hollywood

In This Photo: Noah Wyle

Premiere Screening of "Falling Skies".Pacific Design Center, West Hollywood, CA.

( June 13, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

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Carey Mulligan at the Lincoln Center Institute Junior Spring Benefit in New York

Carey Mulligan looks demure in ladylike lace at the Junior Spring Benefit for the Lincoln Center Institute at the Gramercy Park Hotel in New York. The actress is dating Marcus Mumford from the Brit band "Mumford and Sons" - who was her childhood penpal.

( June 13, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

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Shenae Grimes at a screening of "The Art of Getting By" in NYC

Shenae Grimes rocks a leather biker jacket as she arrives at New York's Landmark Sunshine Cinema for a screening of "The Art of Getting By", hosted by The Cinema Society with Alice+Olivia.

( June 13, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

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The Cinema Society With Alice+Olivia Host A Screening Of "The Art Of Getting By" - After Party

The Cinema Society With Alice+Olivia Host A Screening Of "The Art Of Getting By" - After Party

Actresses Emma Roberts and Abigail Breslin attend the after party for the Cinema Society with Alice+Olivia screening of "The Art of Getting By" at Thompson Hotel LES on June 13, 2011 in New York City.

( June 12, 2011 - Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images North America)

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Naomi Watts at the the Stella McCartney Spring 2012 Presentation in New York 2

Actress Naomi Watts arrives at the the Stella McCartney Spring 2012 Presentation in New York.

( June 13, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

Liv Tyler colour blocks in blue as she arrives at the the Stella McCartney Spring 2012 Presentation in New York.

( June 13, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

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**First Images of STRAW DOGS Starring James Marsden, Kate Bosworth, and Alexander Skarsgård **7 Movie Clips and ‘A Look Inside’ Featurette from BRIDESMAIDS **Plot Details and Production Update for Quentin Tarantino’s Spaghetti Western DJANGO UNCHAINED **Lee Pace and Dean O’Gorman Join Peter Jackson’s THE HOBBIT **Set Photos from THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN; Oscorp Confirmed to Appear in the Film

7 Movie Clips and ‘A Look Inside’ Featurette from BRIDESMAIDS

by Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub    Posted: April 30th, 2011

With director Paul Feig’s (Freaks And Geeks)  Bridesmaids opening May 13, Universal has released seven movie clips and A Look Inside featurette.  The film stars Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Matt Lucas, Chris O’Dowd, Melissa McCarthy and Jon Hamm.

While I might still be under embargo, if I wasn’t, I’d probably tell you Bridesmaids is ridiculously funny and one of the best films I’ve seen this year.  I’d also tell you that Bridesmaids has one of the funniest scenes I’ve seen in a theater in a long time.  If you weren’t sold by the trailer or this red band trailer, trust me when I say, Bridesmaids is absolutely worth seeing and I really suggest watching it with a crowded theater.  You’ll love it.  Hit the jump for the clips and featurette, and look for interviews with the cast the week of release.

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First Images of STRAW DOGS Starring James Marsden, Kate Bosworth, and Alexander Skarsgård

by Brendan Bettinger   Posted: April 30th, 2011

Screen Gems has released the first images from Straw Dogs, a remake of the 1971 thriller directed by Sam Peckinpah.  James Marsden and Kate Bosworth fill in for Dustin Hoffman and Susan George as the Sumners, “a husband and wife who clash with sadistic small-town Mississippi locals.”  Alexander Skarsgård, Rhys Coiro, James Woods, Laz Alonso, Dominic Purcell, and Walton Goggins also star.

Writer/director Rod Lurie (Nothing But the Truth) recognizes the trickiness in redoing Peckinpah, but the remake doesn’t try to soften the brutal impact of the rape-filled original:

“It’s a fool’s errand to try to outdo Peckinpah on his turf… This is not a soft movie.  People leave this movie saying they need a drink.”

See the images after the jump.

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Plot Details and Production Update for Quentin Tarantino’s Spaghetti Western DJANGO UNCHAINED

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: April 30th, 2011

And so, with last night’s twitpic of the title page of Quentin Tarantino’s latest script, we’re off.  The spaghetti western is indeed titled Django Unchained.  Franco Nero first spoke about his attachment in February, so the project is surely tied to the character that Nero originated in 1966’s Django.  A source who reportedly read the script sent Shadow and Act a plot synopsis that suggests Nero may be too Italian to play the title role:

“Django is a freed slave, who, under the tutelage of a German bounty hunter (played by Christoph Waltz) becomes a bad-ass bounty hunter himself, and after assisting Waltz in taking down some bad guys for profit, is helped by Waltz in tracking down his slave wife and liberating her from an evil plantation owner.”

So “Unchained” is literal.  That’s great!  Thompson on Hollywood confirmed with agency WME that Waltz is on board; Nero indicated Keith Carradine and Treat Williams will also appear.  Hit the jump for more production details.

........... http://collider.com/django-unchained-plot-details/88304/

Lee Pace and Dean O’Gorman Join Peter Jackson’s THE HOBBIT

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: April 30th, 2011

Director Peter Jackson announced two new additions to the cast of The Hobbit. Lee Pace (Pushing Daises) is set to star as the Elven King Thranduil. In The Lord of the Rings mythology, Thrandull is the father of Legolas and plays a supporting role in The Hobbit. Additionally, Kiwi actor Dean O’Gorman will be playing Fili, a dwarf and one of the twelve companions of Bilbo. Posting the news on his Facebook page, here’s what Jackson had to say about the casting of Pace:

“Casting these Tolkien stories is very difficult, especially the Elven characters, and Lee has always been our first choice for Thranduil. He’s going to be great.  We loved his performance in a movie called The Fall a few years ago, and have been hoping to work with him since.  When we were first discussing who would be right for Thranduil, Lee came into mind almost immediately.”

While I’m not familiar with O’Gorman, the addition of Pace to the cast is great news. He turned in some fantastic work in Bryan Fuller’s criminally underrated TV series Pushing Daisies, and his involvement is certainly exciting. The Hobbit will be broken into two parts.  Part 1 is set for December 2012 and Part 2 will come out in December 2013.  Hit the jump for a synopsis of the book.

........... http://collider.com/lee-pace-dean-ogorman-the-hobbit/88330/

Set Photos from THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN; Oscorp Confirmed to Appear in the Film

by Adam Chitwood   Posted: April 30th, 2011

Following the barrage of set photos that appeared to hit weekly earlier this year, it seemed like all was quiet on the amateur photography front for The Amazing Spider-Man. Well, now photos giving us our first look at Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker in glasses (smart!), as well as capturing the rehearsal for what looks to be a big stunt piece in the film have surfaced.

If that wasn’t enough, it’s been confirmed that Oscorp, the company run by Norman Osborn (the Green Goblin), will appear in the film. Apparently scenes were being filmed in an “Oscorp” building, complete with employees wearing Oscorp badges and such. Hit the jump to check out all the photos, as well as more information on Oscorp’s role in the film. Starring Garfield, Emma Stone and Rhys Ifans, The Amazing Spider-Man is slated for a July 3^rd, 2012 release.

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**Mandy Moore & Kellan Lutz: 'Love, Wedding, Marriage' Photos! **Megan Fox: 'Passion Play' Clip - EXCLUSIVE **Kate Hudson: Engaged to Matt Bellamy! **Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" **Mark Wahlberg Films 'Ted'

Wed, 27 April 2011

Mandy Moore & Kellan Lutz: 'Love, Wedding, Marriage' Photos!

Mandy Moore and Kellan Lutz get married in this still from their upcoming film Love, Wedding, Marriage!

WATCH: Love, Wedding, Marriage Trailer!

Synopsis: Marriage counselor Ava’s (Moore) life as a newlywed to her husband Charlie (Lutz) is turned upside down when she discovers her parents marriage (James Brolin and Jane Seymour) is headed for divorce. Determined to have them reconcile before a planned 30th anniversary surprise party, Ava unleashes a campaign to get them back together. But as the date looms and her parents relationship continues to spiral to its end, her own newlywed bliss starts to fade when she’s caught up in saving their marriage — possibly at the risk of her own.

Love, Wedding, Marriage hits theaters on June 3 and will be available on VOD on May 1!  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/04/27/mandy-moore-kellan-lutz-love-wedding-marriage-photos/

Wed, 27 April 2011

Megan Fox: 'Passion Play' Clip - EXCLUSIVE

Megan Fox and Mickey Rourke have a heart-to-heart in this new clip from Passion Play, exclusively provided for JustJared.com readers.
The 24-year-old actress plays an angel under the thumb of a ruthless gangster (Bill Murray) who is saved by a trumpet player down on his luck (Rourke). Kelly Lynch (Drugstore Cowboy) and Rhys Ifans also star.
Passion Play will hit theaters on May 6 in New York and L.A. For more from the film, follow it on Twitter or Like it on Facebook - exclusive new images have just been posted to the fan page! http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/04/27/megan-fox-passion-play-clip-exclusive/

Wed, 27 April 2011

Kate Hudson: Engaged to Matt Bellamy!

Kate Hudson is engaged to her beau, Muse rocker Matt Bellamy!

The 32-year-old actress announced the happy news on an appearance on The Today Show on Wednesday morning (April 27) while chatting about her new movie, Something Borrowed.

Kate graces this month’s cover of InStyle and talked marriage with the mag.

“I wouldn’t count it out,” Kate shared. “My own parents aren’t married, and anybody who has seen how we love, open our arms, and accept people with all of their faults knows I come from a great, happy home. A wedding is a beautiful thing - and I love the idea of two people celebrating their love and bringing their families together - but Matthew and I kind of skipped that part and went right to the good stuff!”

Congratulations to Kate and Matt!!

Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" - After Party

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Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" - Red Carpet

Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" - Red Carpet

Co-producer/ writer/actress Kristen Wiig and actress Maya Rudolph attend the Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" at Mann Village Theatre on April 28, 2011 in Westwood, California.

( April 27, 2011 - Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images North America)

Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" - Red Carpet

Actress Rose Byrne arrives at the Premiere of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" at the Mann Village Theatre on April 28, 2011 in Westwood, California.

( April 27, 2011 - Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images North America)

Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" - Red Carpet

Actors Jon Hamm and Ellie Kemper arrive at the Premiere of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" at the Mann Village Theatre on April 28, 2011 in Westwood, California.

( April 27, 2011 - Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images North America)

Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" - Red Carpet

(L-R) Producer Judd Apatow, actors Maya Rudolph, Kristen Wiig, Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, Jon Hamm, Ellie Kemper, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Rebel Wilson, (front) director/executive producer Paul Feig and actor Chris O'Dowd attend the Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" at Mann Village Theatre on April 28, 2011 in Westwood, California.

( April 27, 2011 - Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images North America)

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Premiere Of Universal Pictures' "Bridesmaids" - Arrivals

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Mark Wahlberg Films 'Ted'

Mark Wahlberg Films 'Ted'

Mark Wahlberg heads off for his lunch break while filming Seth MacFarlane's first feature "Ted" at rental car shop.

( April 28, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

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**First Look at the Trailer for Tarsem Singh’s IMMORTALS [UPDATED] **Anthony Mandler to Direct DIE IN A GUNFIGHT Starring Zac Efron **William Forsythe and Charlie Cox Join the Second Season of BOARDWALK EMPIRE **Red-Band Trailer and Six Character Posters for BRIDESMAIDS **Paul Walker to Star in and Executive Produce VEHICLE 19

First Look at the Trailer for Tarsem Singh’s IMMORTALS [UPDATED]

by Matt Goldberg   Posted: April 26th, 2011

The trailer for Tarsem Singh’s Immortals has made its way online but in the worst way possible.  I caught the trailer at WonderCon and was impressed by its lush and dazzling visuals.  So what’s the worst way everyone else could get their first look at it?  By premiering it on E! News with the anchorwoman talking over the footage and then having that presentation taped off a television and uploaded to YouTube.  Relativity (the studio behind the film) needs to put the HD version online ASAP.

Hit the jump to check out the less-than-impressive version of the trailer.  Obviously we’ll update the story when a higher-quality version makes its way online.  Immortals stars Henry Cavill, Freida Pinto, Luke Evans, Isabel Lucas, Kellan Lutz, and Mickey Rourke.  The film opens in 3D on November 11th.

[Update: We've updated the article with a better quality version of the video]

........... more; http://collider.com/immortals-trailer/86167/

Anthony Mandler to Direct DIE IN A GUNFIGHT Starring Zac Efron

by Adam Chitwood   Posted: April 26th, 2011

Director Anthony Mandler has been tapped to helm Media Rights Capital’s Die in a Gunfight. The film, said to be a “Tarantino-esque blend of Gossip Girl, True Romance, and Romeo and Juliet” has Zac Efron attached to star. The script was written by recent NYU grads Andrew Barer and Gabriel Ferrari and tells the story of the deadbeat son of a successful New York attorney who falls in love with the daughter of his father’s nemesis.

Deadline reports that Mandler, a photographer who has previously helmed commercials and music videos, will direct the film, though it’s not known how soon the flick would start production. I think Efron’s a fine actor when he chooses the right projects, and I’d much rather see him taking risks with this kind of material rather than star in another Nicholas Sparks adaptation. The actor recently wrapped Garry Marshall’s New Year’s Eve and is attached to star in an untitled romantic-actioner from screenwriter Matt Drake.

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William Forsythe and Charlie Cox Join the Second Season of BOARDWALK EMPIRE

by Ethan Anderton    Posted: April 26th, 2011

We won’t see the series return until the later part of the year, but casting for the second season of Boardwalk Empire is already underway. THR reports William Forsythe (The Rock, Blue Streak) will have a recurring role on the series as a gangster named Manny Horvitz. Of course the actor is no stranger to crime dramas having played Al Capone in The Untouchables TV series back in the 90’s. In addition, Charlie Cox (Stardust) has also joined the cast as an Irish gangster with ties to the IRA. We’re still not sure just what story will be the focus on the second season, but no matter what, I’m already looking forward to the series returning later this year.

......... http://collider.com/william-forsythe-charlie-cox-boardwalk-empire/87704/

Red-Band Trailer and Six Character Posters for BRIDESMAIDS

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: April 26th, 2011

Universal has released a new red-band trailer for Bridesmaids along with six character posters.  I caught the film a couple weeks ago and overall I thought it was fantastic and a much-needed kick in the ass to the chick flick genre.  Women, if you like raunchy humor but are tired of only seeing it in movies featuring man-children, you’ll dig Bridesmaids.  Guys, if you’re thinking about avoiding this movie because of the all-female cast, you’ll be missing out.  The movie is damn funny and surprisingly heartfelt and I hope folks of both genders go see it.

Hit the jump to check out the red-band trailer along with six character posters.  Bridesmaids stars Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Wendi Mclendon-Covey, Ellie Kemper, and Melissa McCarthy.  The film opens May 13th.

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Paul Walker to Star in and Executive Produce VEHICLE 19

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: April 26th, 2011

While he’s currently preparing for the US release of Fast Five (and also presumably gearing up for those sequels), Paul Walker is also busy working behind the scenes on his next project. The actor will star in and executive produce the indie thriller Vehicle 19. Directed by South African filmmaker Mukunda Michael Dewil, the film centers on a foreign traveler who picks up the wrong rental car, only to be caught up in a “web of corruption by the local police.”

Heat Vision reports that the plan is to shoot in South Africa at the end of this summer. Walker is currently doing the press rounds for the fifth film in the Fast and Furious franchise. Yesterday it was reported that future sequels will switch genres from street racing, to heist films. No word on whether the genre change omits Walker’s character.

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**John Krasinski, Olivia Thirlby, and Rosemarie DeWitt in Talks for NOBODY WALKS **Ben Affleck Will NOT Star in THE GREAT GATSBY **Trailer for TERRI Starring John C. Reilly **International Trailer for BRIDESMAIDS **New Interactive Trailer for FAST FIVE

John Krasinski, Olivia Thirlby, and Rosemarie DeWitt in Talks for NOBODY WALKS
by Brendan Bettinger Posted: April 19th, 2011
John Krasinski, Olivia Thirlby, and Rosemarie DeWitt are in negotiations to star in Nobody Walks. You are a keen individual, and guessed from the collection of idiosyncratic actors that Nobody Walks is an independent drama. You are correct. (Note: the judges also would have accepted “low-budget dramedy.”) According to Variety, the film depicts one week in the life of “a Los Angeles family who invite a young, charismatic artist into their home, only to find her disrupting their lives.” Director Ry Russo-Young (You Won’t Miss Me) co-wrote the script with rising star Lena Dunham (Tiny Furniture). Production is slated for the end of May in Los Angeles.


Hit the jump for a look at the other projects on the calendar for Krasinski, Thirlby, and DeWitt.
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Ben Affleck Will NOT Star in THE GREAT GATSBY
by Adam Chitwood Posted: April 19th, 2011
It looks like Ben Affleck ultimately will not be joining the cast of Baz Lurhmann’s The Great Gatsby. After working hard to try and fit the film into his schedule, the actor was forced to turn the offer down. Deadline reports that Affleck wasn’t able to commit to The Great Gatsby because filming conflicted with his next directorial project Argo. The actor was up for the role of Tom Buchanan, husband of Carey Mulligan’s Daisy. Leonardo DiCaprio is set as Gatsby himself, and Tobey Maguire will be taking on the role of narrator Nick Carraway. Isla Fischer is also now in talks to play Myrtle Wilson.


Argo, which is being produced by George Clooney and Grant Heslov (The American), revolves around the Iran hostage crisis in 1979. Production on The Great Gatsby is set to begin in August in Sydney. No word on who the frontrunner to take on Tom Buchanan is now, but apparently Lurhmann is looking to add some more Australian names to his cast to help with production costs. Hit the jump for a synopsis of The Great Gatsby.
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Trailer for TERRI Starring John C. Reilly and Jacob Wysocki
by Matt Goldberg Posted: April 19th, 2011
The trailer for the indie comedy Terri has gone online. The film is a coming-of-age tale about an overweight and unpopular teen who dresses in pajamas but strikes up an unlikely friendship with his school’s vice principal (John C. Reilly). Terri played at this year’s Sundance Film Festival as well as SXSW and the reaction was positive but unenthusiastic. The general consensus seems to be that it’s enjoyable but slight and after seeing the trailer, I can understand that criticism. However, I’m a big enough fan of Reilly and co-star Creed Bratton (who is the secret weapon of NBC’s The Office) to check out the film when it plays as the opening night feature at this year’s Atlanta Film Festival.


Hit the jump to check out the trailer. Terri opens July 1st.
............. http://collider.com/terri-trailer/86741/






International Trailer for BRIDESMAIDS
by Phil Brown Posted: April 19th, 2011
Anyone who enjoys watching girls behaving badly (no, not in that way) has a reason to rejoice on this fine afternoon because Universal has seen fit to release an international trailer for the upcoming Kristen Wiig romp Bridesmaids. Not much is revealed than hasn’t already been seen in the previous trailer, but a few extra chuckles are to be had in this AC/DC scored montage (in particular, Mad Men fans will enjoy a little taste of Jon Hamm sleaziness). The film has been getting some pretty positive buzz so far at preview screenings and SXSW and could be a modest early summer comedy hit provided that both the R-rated sex comedy crowd and the chick-flick crowd can join forces to support it. How much overlap exists between the two groups remains to be seen, but this is the movie to bring em; together if anything can.


Hit the jump to check out the trailer. The film was directed by Freaks And Geeks creator Paul Feig and also features Wiig’s former SNL partner in crime Maya Rudolph, as well as Rose Byrne, Matt Lucas (Little Britain), Chris O’Dowd (The IT Crowd), and Melissa McCarthy (who frankly looks like she might steal the movie away from her co-stars). The film opens May 13th.
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New Interactive Trailer for FAST FIVE
by Dave Trumbore Posted: April 19th, 2011
Unless you’ve been living in the land of horse and buggies for the last ten years, you know that The Fast and the Furious franchise has dominated theaters with big muscles and bigger engines. With the fifth installment, Fast Five, ready to open in less than two weeks, a new interactive trailer has popped up that is chock full of extra gearhead information. Like, did you know that the car Vin Diesel and Paul Walker drive off the cliff is a 1966 Chevy Corvette Grand Sport? Or that Jordana Brewster looks smokin’ hot in a 1966 Ford GT40?


The film stars Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne Johnson, Jordana Brewster, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges and Tyrese Gibson, produced by Neal Moritz and directed by Justin Lin. Fast Five is set to be released on April 29th. Hit the jump to check out the new interactive trailer.
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Trailer: John C. Reilly's "Terri" Comedy

Posted: April 19th, 2011 by WorstPreviews.com Staff


ATO Pictures has unveiled the trailer for their upcoming "Terri" comedy, starring John C Reilly, Jacob Wysocki and Creed Bratton ("The Office"). Check out the trailer below.

Plot: Orphaned to an uncle who is ailing, mercilessly teased by his peers, and ignored by his jaded teachers, Terri (Wysocki) finds himself alienated and alone. But when the dreaded vice principal, Mr. Fitzgerald (Reilly), sees a bit of himself in the boy, they establish a friendship that encourages Terri to consider the possibility that life is something to be shared, even enjoyed, not just endured.

The new movie is directed by Azazel Jacobs and has premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. It is scheduled to get a limited release on July 1st.



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Brand New "Bridesmaids" Trailer

Posted: April 19th, 2011 by WorstPreviews.com Staff


Today we have a brand new trailer for Judd Apatow's "Bridesmaids" comedy, starring Kristen Wiig, Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, Maya Rudolph, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and Ellie Kemper. Check it out below.

Plot: Annie's (Wiig) life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best friend (Rudolph) is engaged, she simply must serve as Lillian's maid of honor. Though lovelorn and broke, Annie bluffs her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals. With one chance to get it perfect, she'll show Lillian and her bridesmaids just how far you'll go for someone you love.

The new movie is directed by Paul Feig ("The Office," "Arrested Development") and is set to hit theaters on May 13th.



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**Kellan Lutz: for 'Love, Wedding, Marriage' Trailer! **Chris Hemsworth Covers Hollywood Reporter **'Bridesmaids' - In Theaters May 13! **Emma Stone: Conde Nast Traveler Hot List Party! **Emma Roberts Covers 'Seventeen' May 2011

Wed, 13 April 2011

Kellan Lutz: Shirtless for 'Love, Wedding, Marriage' Trailer!

Kellan Lutz goes shirtless in the trailer for his and Mandy Moore’s latest movie, Love, Wedding, Marriage!

The film is the directorial debut of 47-year-old actor, Dermot Mulroney.

Love, Wedding, Marriage also stars Jessica Szohr, Jane Seymour, and James Brolin.

Here’s the synopsis: “A happy newlywed marriage counselor’s views on wedded bliss get thrown for a loop when she finds out her parents are getting divorced.”

The romantic comedy will hit theaters on June 3!  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/04/13/kellan-lutz-shirtless-for-love-wedding-marriage-trailer/

Wed, 13 April 2011

Chris Hemsworth Covers Hollywood Reporter

Thor star Chris Hemsworth is sandwiched between co-star Anthony Hopkins and director Kenneth Branagh (Much Ado About Nothing) on the latest cover of The Hollywood Reporter, which is titled “Marvel’s $150 Million Gamble.”

“What I was interested in was the family saga,” Branagh explained of working on the upcoming superhero flick. “I think everybody was having trouble arriving at the right way to tell the story, and I was fairly clear about wanting to have a significant proportion of it on contemporary Earth.”

Thor, which also stars Natalie Portman and Jaimie Alexander, opens in less than a month - May 6! http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/04/13/chris-hemsworth-covers-hollywood-reporter/

Wed, 13 April 2011

'Bridesmaids' - In Theaters May 13!

Get ready to walk down the aisle with Bridesmaids!

The film stars Maya Rudolph as a bride-to-be - and her bridal party includes Ellie Kemper, Kristen Wiig, Rose Byrne, Wendy McLendon-Covey, and Melissa McCarthy!

Problems arise in the party when two of the bridesmaids battle to help plan their friend’s wedding and bachelorette party!

Bridesmaids hits theaters on May 13.  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/04/13/bridesmaids-in-theaters-may-13/

Wed, 13 April 2011

Emma Stone: Conde Nast Traveler Hot List Party!

Emma Stone steps out in Preen for the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Hot List party, held at Soho House on Monday (April 11) in West Hollywood.

The 23-year-old actress, who posed for photos with Conde Nast Traveler VP and Publisher Chris Mitchell, finished her look with Louboutin heels, a Calvin Klein clutch, and jewelry by House of Lavande and Alexis Bittar!

Over the weekend, Emma was spotted making a Bristol Farms run in Beverly Hills!

10+ pictures inside of Emma Stone at the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Hot List party…  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/04/13/emma-stone-conde-nast-traveler-hot-list-party/

Tue, 12 April 2011

Emma Roberts Covers 'Seventeen' May 2011

Emma Roberts flashes a smile on the cover of Seventeen’s May issue.
Here’s what the 20-year-old Scream 4 star had to share with the mag:
On turning 20: “[It] made me realize that I want to be young and have fun. When I was 16, I was very frustrated all the time. I felt like nobody understood me. School was stressful, working was stressful, and it’s a really tough time for girls to be friends. I felt like I was always in a rush to get somewhere, when I had no idea where that was. Now I just feel content, and I feel like that’s a nice place to be. I’ve learned that I want to have great people in my life and lots of love in my life, and just enjoy it. I wish I had realized that sooner.”
On if she ever went through a stage where she tried to dress sexy: “Sexy when I was younger always meant boobs, and I’ve never had boobs in my life - so I always felt that sexy was out of the question for me. I used to really want to be that kind of voluptuous girl, and I’ve just kid of embraced that I’m not.”
For more of Emma’s interview, check out Seventeen.com!
FYI: Emma is wearing a Marc by Marc Jacobs dress from the Spring 2011 collection on the cover.
Have you entered the Seventeen’s Pretty Amazing cover model contest yet? You can still enter until April 30th!
Bigger pic inside…  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/04/12/emma-roberts-covers-seventeen-may-2011/

**Trailer for BEAUTIFUL BOY Starring Michael Sheen and Maria Bello **New Trailer for BRIDESMAIDS Starring Kristen Wiig **John Hawkes to Star in Indie Drama SURROGATE **Alec Baldwin Leaves MEN IN BLACK III

Trailer for BEAUTIFUL BOY Starring Michael Sheen and Maria Bello
by Matt Goldberg Posted: March 15th, 2011

A trailer for the indie drama Beautiful Boy has gone online. The story takes the unique perspective of focusing on the parents (played by Michael Sheen and Maria Bello) of a young man who went on a shooting spree on his college campus and then killed himself. Usually, the approach to a senseless tragedy such as that is to blame the parents, and then the tragedy somehow makes sense: better parents means better kid means no shooting spree and we can go back to pretending that the world is not a random series of uncontrollable events. I have hope that Shawn Ku’s film, which played at last year’s Toronto Film Festival, will handle its subject matter with maturity and insight. Having Sheen and Bello as the leads is already a great sign.


Hit the jump to check out the trailer.
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New Trailer for BRIDESMAIDS Starring Kristen Wiig
by Matt Goldberg Posted: March 15th, 2011

I’m so happy that buzz I’m hearing on Paul Feig’s Bridesmaids out of SXSW is positive otherwise this trailer would have me mildly concerned about the film. Judging the film based solely on the new trailer, the humor mostly seems to revolve around Kristen Wiig being a neurotic single woman who drinks a lot. While I’m confident that Wiig has the charm and comic timing to carry a movie, this trailer doesn’t sell me on a film that my peers are celebrating.


Hit the jump to check out the trailer. Bridesmaids also stars Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy and Jon Hamm. The film opens May 13th.
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http://collider.com/bridesmaids-trailer/80708/







 John Hawkes to Star in Indie Drama SURROGATE
by Matt Goldberg Posted: March 15th, 2011
John Hawkes has been tapped to star in Ben Lewin’s indie drama Surrogate. Per Variety, the story “is based on the life of Mark O’Brien, a poet and journalist who, after spending most of his life with an iron lung as a result of polio, decides to explore his sexuality. He hires a sex surrogate and soon develops a relationship that changes both of their lives.” And this is an independent feature?! I can’t believe a studio wouldn’t want to make this.


I’ve been a big fan of Hawkes for a while and with his recent Oscar nomination for Winter’s Bone, I think he’s about to breakout in a big way. He’ll next be seen in supporting roles in Vera Farmiga’s Higher Ground, Steven Soderbergh’s Contagion, and the excellent Martha Marcy May Marlene.
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http://collider.com/john-hawkes-surrogate/80658/








Alec Baldwin Leaves MEN IN BLACK III
by Jason Barr Posted: March 15th, 2011
If it weren’t for bad news, there would be no news emitting from Sony Pictures’ beleaguered Men in Black III production. In fact, director Barry Sonnenfeld’s third installment in the franchise has encountered so many problems since its production began last November that we were actually capable of putting together an article devoted entirely to discussing said issues. Ouch. True to form, MIB has now taken another hit as purported co-star Alec Baldwin has left the production altogether. In a recent interview with Vulture, Baldwin made quick work of his exit saying, “I’m not doing that. I’m out of it; the schedule didn’t work out.”


As for the role Baldwin leaves behind, the actor was slated to play the head of the “MIB” in 1969 during the portions of the film in which Will Smith travels to the era in an attempt to save the young Agent K (Josh Brolin). There is currently no word on who will replace Baldwin in the role. In spite of all of its hardships, the film is scheduled to resume production on March 28th and is still looking at a May 25, 2012 release. The release date for the Oscar-worthy, underdog tale that documents all of Men in Black III’s obstacles on the road to release has yet to be announced. That said, I hear its production is going splendidly.
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***Tony Todd Says FINAL DESTINATION 6 and 7 Shooting Back-to-Back ****Kristen Bell Moves into Showtime’s HOUSE OF LIES with Don Cheadle ***Baz Luhrmann May Not Direct THE GREAT GATSBY? ***First Trailer and Images for BRIDESMAIDS Starring Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph

Tony Todd Says FINAL DESTINATION 6 and 7 Shooting Back-to-Back

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: February 1st, 2011

As long as there’s an audience for elaborate murdergasms, the Final Destination franchise should be a success.  The fifth installment (thankfully no longer titled “5nal Destination“) is due out in 3D on August 26th and actor Tony Todd, who is returning to the series, says that if it opens at #1, they’ll shoot parts 6 and 7 back-to-back .  Here’s what Todd told Dread Central:

“Thumbs up! Thumbs way up. They expanded my part, and the producer told me as we were leaving Vancouver that if it opens at Number 1 – which statistically it has – they’re going to shoot the next two simultaneously.”

Final Destination 5’s opening disaster will involve a bridge collapse.  I’m sure by the time we reach Final Destination 7, the inciting event will involve a slick patch of ice in the main character’s driveway.

http://collider.com/final-destination-6-final-destination-7/73985/

Kristen Bell Moves into Showtime’s HOUSE OF LIES with Don Cheadle

by Ethan Anderton    Posted: February 1st, 2011

Last December we heard that Don Cheadle signed on to star in their dark comedy series House of Lies from Matthew Carnahan, creator and writer of the FX series Dirt. Based on Martin Kihn’s book of the same name, the half-hour comedy follows Marty (Cheadle), a highly successful, cutthroat consultant who is never above using any means (or anyone) necessary to get his clients the information they want. Now Showtime has announced that Kristen Bell, who first made waves on TV as Veronica Mars, has landed the role of Jeannie Van Der Hooven, a razor-sharp, Ivy-League graduate who works at Marty’s firm. Stephen Hopkins is directing the pilot with production beginning this month, so we’ll be looking forward to checking the show out later this year.

http://collider.com/kristen-bell-house-of-lies-don-cheadle/73982/

Baz Luhrmann May Not Direct THE GREAT GATSBY?

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: February 1st, 2011

Baz Luhrmann may be reconsidering an adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby.  Speaking to Vulture at the DGA Awards on Saturday, Luhrmann said he has to “make a decision in three days’ time,” on “Whether to do it or not.”  Only a few weeks ago it looked like a “Go” project with filming expected to begin this summer and Carey Mulligan attached to play Daisy. Luhrmann was even considering whether or not to make the movie in 3D.  The director had been previously work-shopping the film with Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire in the roles of Gatsby and Nick Carraway, respectively.

Luhrmann says “I think I’ve been a bit shaded out because I want everything to be perfectly positioned on it,” and that we should expect news on the project “by the end of the week.”  Hit the jump for a synopsis of the novel.

http://collider.com/the-great-gatsby-baz-luhrmann/73958/

First Trailer and Images for BRIDESMAIDS Starring Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: February 1st, 2011

I have high hopes for Bridesmaids.  Kristen Wiig is poised for a star-making role (she also co-wrote the script), Judd Apatow is producing, and Freaks and Geeks creator/director Paul Feig is helming.  The first trailer for the movie has gone online and it’s a bit of a mixed bag.  The jokes about Wiig’s character being single are pretty stale, but there’s a charming tone of raunchiness and attitude.  Clearly they’re trying to sell it to Apatow’s male fans, but I’m on board for a female ensemble comedy that looks like the polar opposite of what we usually see from the genre.

Hit the jump to check out the trailer plus high-res images from the film.  Bridesmaids also stars Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Wendi Mclendon-Covey, Ellie Kemper, and Jon Hamm.  The film opens May 13th.

Click over to Apple to see the trailer in HD.

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