***Exclusive: Kate Beckinsale and Jessica Biel Officially Cast in TOTAL RECALL ***Confirmed: Jeff Bridges to Co-Star with Ryan Reynolds in R.I.P.D. ***Trailer for Alexander Payne’s THE DESCENDANTS Starring George Clooney ***Red-Band International Trailer for THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO Debuts in Europe; Green-Band Domestic Trailer Launches June 2nd

Exclusive: Kate Beckinsale and Jessica Biel Officially Cast in TOTAL RECALL; Filming Starts Monday in Toronto [UPDATED]

by Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub    Posted: May 25th, 2011 at 3:33 pm

Last month we heard that Sony Pictures had offered Kate Beckinsale the role of Lori opposite Colin Farrell in their Total Recall remake.  With her husband, Len Wiseman, directing the project and given that they previously collaborated on the Underworld movies, it wasn’t really much of a surprise.  However, sources have now told us that she’s officially signed on and Jessica Biel is going to play the other female lead (Melina).  In addition to the casting news, we’ve been told filming starts Monday in Toronto.
For those playing catch up on the remake, Colin Farrell is set to star, Ethan Hawke has a cameo, and Bryan Cranston is poised to play the villain.  The remake will apparently be closer to Phillip K. Dick’s source material than the 1990 Arnold Schwarzenegger flick. Farrell plays a factory worker who begins to believe he’s a spy for either the nation stat Euromerica or New Shanghai, but he doesn’t know which.  Hit the jump for a recap of what we know about the film so far.
[Update: Heat Vision reports that Bill Nighy has joined the cast as the enigmatic Quatto, the leader of the resistance.] http://collider.com/kate-beckinsale-jessica-biel-total-recall/92933/

Confirmed: Jeff Bridges to Co-Star with Ryan Reynolds in R.I.P.D.; Filming in Boston This September

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: May 25th, 2011 at 2:35 pm

Last month, we reported that Jeff Bridges was in talks to co-star with Ryan Reynolds in the adaptation of the Dark Horse comic series R.I.P.D. The comics are about a group of dead lawmen in the “Rest in Peace Department” who try to keep other dead folks in line.  The Wrap now confirms that Bridges is on board to play Roy Powell, whom producer Neal Moritz described as “a gunslinger who’s been dead for hundreds of years.”  Reynolds plays Powell’s partner, Nick Cruz, a recently murdered cop who’s out for revenge.  Powell was originally set to be played by Zach Galifianakis, but he dropped out over concerns that the project would be delayed if Warner Bros. exercised Reynolds’ option on Green Lantern 2.  However, we have now confirmed that filming is set for mid-September in Boston.
My main concern over this project rests with director Robert Schwentke.  While the action scenes in Red were competent enough, he had a tough time finding the comedy and R.I.P.D. is being billed as a “supernatural comedy”.  In the meantime, we’ll wait and see if Reynolds will move to this film or if he’ll be headed back to Oa.  http://collider.com/ripd-jeff-bridges-ryan-reynolds/92921/

Trailer for Alexander Payne’s THE DESCENDANTS Starring George Clooney

by Matt Goldberg   Posted: May 25th, 2011 at 1:34 pm

It may not feature angry 3D sharks, but Alexander Payne’s new film The Descendants might be a better movie.  The film stars George Clooney as the “back-up” parent to two daughters.  He must step up when his wife suffers a serious boating accident off of Waikiki, and then he learns the hard truth that she was cheating on him.  Judging by the trailer, the flick looks to have the same strong character relationships tinged with humor and sadness as seen in Payne’s previous films.
Hit the jump to check out the trailer.  The film also stars Judy Greer, Matthew Lillard, Beau Bridges, and Robert Forster.  The Descendants opens December 16th. http://collider.com/descendants-trailer/92891/

Red-Band International Trailer for THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO Debuts in Europe; Green-Band Domestic Trailer Launches June 2nd

by Matt Goldberg   Posted: May 25th, 2011 at 11:15 am

The release of David Fincher’s adaptation of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is a little over six months away.  With that in mind, Sony has begun the film’s marketing campaign and a red-band trailer has already rolled out overseas (although technically it’s just “unrated” because the MPAA doesn’t evaluate international trailers).  While I’ve been checking YouTube to see that trailer, Deadline reports that a domestic green-band trailer is set to arrive Thursday, June 2nd so we won’t have to wait long to get our first look at the film.

Hit the jump for a description of the red-band trailer.  The film stars Rooney Mara, Daniel Craig, Robin Wright, Stellan Skarsgard, and Christopher Plummer.  The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo opens December 21st. http://collider.com/girl-with-the-dragon-tattoo-trailer-david-fincher/92858/

**Robert Zemeckis Takes FLIGHT With Denzel Washington **Kate Beckinsale Offered Lori in TOTAL RECALL; Eva Mendes and Rosario Dawson Up for Melina **"The Crow" Reboot May Not Happen Due to Lawsuit **Ryan Reynolds' Restricted "The Change-Up" Trailer **"Takers" Helmer in Talks to Direct "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" Sequel

Robert Zemeckis Takes FLIGHT With Denzel Washington

by Brendan Bettinger   Posted: April 20th, 2011

After a decade devoted to motion capture, Robert Zemeckis is looking to return to live action for his next film.  Disney’s cancellation of the mo-cap Beatles ode Yellow Submarine surely was a wake up call.   Zemeckis needs time, though, to ease back into the land of the living.  The director flirted with Superman and a Wizard of Oz remake, and the time travel tale Timeless remains a possibility.  And Zemeckis could always revive the Who Framed Roger Rabbit sequel that exists in a constant state of development.

Paramount has added another option, Flight, and it sounds damn promising.  The script by John Gatins (Coach Carter) centers on an alcoholic/drug addict pilot.  And Denzel Washington is “loosely attached” to star.  Details after the break.

........... http://collider.com/robert-zemeckis-denzel-washington-flight/86986/

Kate Beckinsale Offered Lori in TOTAL RECALL; Eva Mendes and Rosario Dawson Up for Melina

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: April 20th, 2011

Sony Pictures has offered Kate Beckinsale  the role of Lori opposite Colin Farrell in their Total Recall remake.  Diane Kruger, Kate Bosworth, and Jessica Biel have each read for the part of Lori.  This is the first time Beckinsale has been linked to the film, though her involvement is no surprise: Beckinsale is slightly married to the director, Len Wiseman.  They previously collaborated on the Underworld movies.

If Beckinsale accepts, Biel has a backup; early reports suggested the actress is after the role of Melina.  Yet that may prove yet another dead end for Ms. Biel.  Deadline hears Eva Mendes and Rosario Dawson are “the serious contenders” for the role.  Bryan Cranston is confirmed to play villain Vilos Cohaagen in the remake.  Read more on the story after the jump.

..............  http://collider.com/kate-beckinsale-total-recall/86997/

Kate Beckinsale Offered Role in Husband's "Total Recall" Remake

Posted: April 21st, 2011 by WorstPreviews.com Staff


Deadline has learned that Kate Beckinsale has been offered one of the two female lead role in the upcoming "Total Recall" remake, which stars Colin Farrell and is directed by Beckinsale's husband Len Wiseman (Underworld).

If she accepts, the actress will play Lori, who was portrayed by Sharon Stone in the original 1990 Paul Verhoeven-directed film. Stone played the happy wife of Douglas Quaid (Arnold Schwarzenegger) who eventually turns against him.

The other female role is of Melina, played by Rachel Ticotin in the original. Eva Mendes and Rosario Dawson have emerged as front-runners. Earlier this month, Jessica Biel was offered one of the leads, but apparently it didn't work out.

"Total Recall" will begin shooting next month for a August 3rd, 2012 release.

Source: Deadline



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"The Crow" Reboot May Not Happen Due to Lawsuit

Posted: April 21st, 2011 by WorstPreviews.com Staff


We recently reported that Relativity Media is working on "The Crow" reboot and is in talks with Bradley Cooper (The Hangover) to star and Carlos Fresnadillo (28 Weeks Later) to direct. The plan was to begin filming in the fall, but now it looks like that may not happen.

The Weinstein Company has filed a lawsuit again Relativity, claiming there's "a written contract signed by everybody" which gives the Weinsteins exclusive worldwide distribution rights to "The Crow" reboot.

The original was distributed by the Weinsteins at Miramax back in 1994 and grossed $50.6 million domestically. "[Relativity head Ryan] Kavanaugh was not going to honor that contract," said Weinsteins' lawyer Bert Fields. "Apparently, he's going to sell these rights to others. He made a bunch of threats. Some people may submit to that kind of arrogant conduct, but we're not going to do it. If anybody tries to buy these distribution rights in 'The Crow,' they are buying nothing but a lawsuit and they will get sued."

Relativity quickly replied, stating that the lawsuit is nothing more than a threat and it will not interfere with the development of the project.

Source: Deadline

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Robert Zemeckis May Return to Live-Action with "Flight"

Posted: April 21st, 2011 by WorstPreviews.com Staff


Paramount Pictures is in discussions with Robert Zemeckis to direct "Flight," a live-action film written by John Gatins (Real Steel, Coach Carter).

During the last decade, Zemeckis has focused on animated films like "A Christmas Carol," "Beowulf" and "The Polar Express," but he is better known for live-action movies like "Cast Away," "Forrest Gump," and "Back to the Future."

"Flight" is fictional tale that revolves around a commercial airline pilot named Whip Whitaker. When his plane malfunctions and a crash seems imminent, he saves the day with some heroic flying and manages to land the plane with minimal casualties. He's instantly hailed as a hero, but as an investigation into the cause of the crash unfolds, it becomes clear that he was flying under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

The film is the pilot's journey as he is encouraged to wear a hero label he thinks he doesn't deserve, while the pilot's union and airline try to keep the facts under cover because of the high stakes involved.

Source: Deadline


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Ryan Reynolds' Restricted "The Change-Up" Trailer

Posted: April 20th, 2011 by WorstPreviews.com Staff


Thanks to Moviefone, we now have a restricted trailer for "The Change-Up," starring Ryan Reynolds and Jason Bateman. It is directed by David Dobkin (Wedding Crashers) and is set to hit theaters on August 5th. Check out the trailer below.

Plot: Growing up together, Mitch (Reynolds) and Dave (Bateman) were inseparable best friends, but as the years have passed they've slowly drifted apart. While Dave is an overworked lawyer, husband and father of three, Mitch has remained a single, man-child who has never met a responsibility he liked. To Mitch, Dave has it all: beautiful wife Jamie (Leslie Mann), kids who adore him and a high-paying job at a prestigious law firm. To Dave, living Mitch's stress free life without obligation or consequence would be a dream come true.

Following a drunken night out together, Mitch and Dave's worlds are turned upside down when they wake up in each other's bodies and proceed to freak out.

Despite the freedom from their normal routines and habits, the guys soon discover that each other's lives are nowhere near as rosy as they once seemed. Further complicating matters are Dave's sexy legal associate, Sabrina (Olivia Wilde), and Mitch's estranged father (Alan Arkin). With time not on their side, Mitch and Dave comically struggle to avoid completely destroying each other's lives before they can find a way to get their old ones back.



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"Takers" Helmer in Talks to Direct "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" Sequel

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


Bloody-Disgusting has learned that John Luessenhop is in talks with Lionsgate to direct "Leatherface 3D," a sequel to the 2003 "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" remake.

Debra Sullivan (Conspiracy) and Adam Marcus (Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday) have recently turned in their rewrites of Stephen Susco's (Red, The Grudge) script. The story will pick up immediately where Tobe Hooper's original left off before flashing forward 35 years.

Luessenhop doesn't have the biggest resume. His only films have been "Takers," starring Matt Dillon and Hayden Christensen, and "Lockdown," starring Master P.

Source: Bloody-Disgusting


Read more: http://www.worstpreviews.com/headline.php?id=21384&count=0

**Kate Beckinsale: 'Underworld 4' Shoot in Vancouver **Bradley Cooper & Abbie Cornish Cover 'Marie Claire' April 2011 **Hilary Swank Shoots 'New Year's Eve' **Rihanna Covers 'Vogue' April 2011

Wed, 16 March 2011
Kate Beckinsale: 'Underworld 4' Shoot in Vancouver

Kate Beckinsale gets into costume and character while filming Underworld 4: New Dawn on Tuesday (March 15) in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.


The 37-year-old actress reprises her role as Selene in the franchise’s latest film.


Michael Ealy has been cast as the male lead opposite Kate, Deadline reports.


The For Colored Girls star will play a police detective who hunts Selene and ends up teaming up with her.


The action flick is expected to hit theaters early next year!  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/16/kate-beckinsale-underworld-4-shoot-in-vancouver/








Wed, 16 March 2011
Bradley Cooper & Abbie Cornish Cover 'Marie Claire' April 2011

Bradley Cooper and Abbie Cornish get cozy on the cover of Marie Claire magazine’s April 2011 issue, on newsstands Tuesday (March 22).


Here’s what the Limitless co-stars had to share:


Abbie, on her idea of a perfect date: “My ideal date would start with a great meal, good wine for sure, maybe outdoors. Then afterward, some unplanned adventure.”


Bradley Cooper, on his late father: “I grew up in Abington, Pennsylvania, across the street from a movie theater, and went to the movies all of the time. My father was a huge cinephile. I remember watching Raging Bull with him on cable when I was 10, and when I was 12, him showing me The Elephant Man and Apocalypse Now - all these crazy movies. We use to play this game, “Would you put him in the movie?” We’d pretend we were putting together this great film and decide whether an actor was worthy to be in it. It was this adorable father/son thing. I would live with movies for weeks, pretending I was whoever was in it. As a kid, I just knew I wanted to be up in that world.” [Sadly, Cooper's father died just before press time]


For more from Abbie and Bradley, visit MarieClaire.com! http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/16/bradley-cooper-abbie-cornish-cover-marie-claire-april-2011/






Wed, 16 March 2011
Hilary Swank Shoots 'New Year's Eve'

Hilary Swank bundles up on the film set of New Year’s Eve on Monday (March 14) in New York City.


The 36-year-old actress has said that she would prefer more comedy roles instead of dramatic roles. “I remember working with Richard LaGravenese on two films back to back and he said to me, ‘You’re one of the funniest people I know and I wouldn’t have guessed that,” she told the Belfast Telegraph.


“I understand why people, when they think of me, might think of drama. That’s what I’m well known for, but it doesn’t bother me at all. I love doing drama, and it’s just nice to be known for something! I feel blessed to have had the opportunities that I’ve had,” Hilary said.
http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/16/hilary-swank-shoots-new-years-eve/



 



Wed, 16 March 2011
Rihanna Covers 'Vogue' April 2011

Rihanna is red hot in Chanel on the cover of Vogue’s April 2011 issue.


Here’s what the 23-year-old Loud singer, who posed for celeb photographer Annie Leibovitz, had to share:


On filming Battleship in Hawaii: “There were all these people, cameras, and huge cranes out in the middle of the ocean. And I got to do some stunts, which was incredible. I loved it - especially diving into the ocean.”


On becoming content with her body: “Over the holidays, and even during filming, I realized that I actually like my body, even if it’s not perfect according to the book. I just feel sexy. For the first time, I don’t want to get rid of the curves. I just want to tone it up. My body is comfortable, and it’s not unhealthy, so I’m going to rock with it.”


On fashion: “It’s become more about taking a risk. When I am putting looks together, I dare myself to make something work. I always look for the most interesting silhouette or something that’s a little off, but I have to figure it out. I have to make it me. I think that’s the thrill in fashion.”


For more from Rihanna, visit Vogue.com!  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/16/rihanna-covers-vogue-april-2011/

**Liam Neeson Is Back for Taken 2! **Wes Craven Talks More Scream Sequels, Plus Scream 4 Viral Site **American Reunion Lands Jason Biggs, Seann William Scott and Eugene Levy **Underworld: New Dawn Kate Beckinsale Photo **Phillip Seymour Hoffman Joins Upstate

Liam Neeson Is Back for Taken 2!


Liam Neeson to reprise Role in Taken 2A scheduling snafu between talent and writers has been worked through so that Liam Neeson can now team up with writer Luc Besson for a sequel to 2009's surprise global hit Taken, which sees the actor reprise his role as Bryan Mills, the retired government operative who decimated the Paris underworld to free his kidnapped daughter, portrayed by Maggie Grace.


Luc Besson has teamed up with Robert Mark Kamen on the script, while he is in talks with Olivier Megaton to direct the sequel.


Production on Taken 2 is being eyed for the end of the year, or early 2012.


Taken was released January 30th, 2009 and stars Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Leland Orser, Jon Gries, David Warshofsky, Holly Valance, Katie Cassidy, Xander Berkeley. The film is directed by Pierre Morel.


Untitled Taken Sequel comes to theaters in 2013 and stars Liam Neeson.




Sources: Deadline
http://www.movieweb.com/news/liam-neeson-is-back-for-taken-2

 





Wes Craven Talks More Scream Sequels, Plus Scream 4 Viral Site


Wes Craven says he is down for two more sequelsA new fan-created, viral site has cropped up for Scream 4: WoodsboroHighSchool.com, which is centered around the old school of Sidney Prescott in the fictional Woodsboro. The site is set up like the school's website that has been hacked, littered with easter eggs, although I wonder if it really is a school's site that has been hacked.


Also, in the latest issue of Total Film (via Scream-Trilogy) Wes Craven was asked if there are any more Screams to come after Scream 4:




"When I initially met with Kevin Williamson, he sketched out what the next two would be, and I found it really fascinating," he concludes. "A lot depends on whether they come up with scripts to flesh out. But certainly, I'm up for it, if the script is there. It's a fascinating thing to do two trilogies in a career."




Scream 4 comes to theaters April 15th, 2011 and stars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Hayden Panettiere, Rory Culkin, Emma Roberts, Ashley Greene, Nico Tortorella. The film is directed by Wes Craven.




Sources: Scream-Trilogy


http://www.movieweb.com/news/wes-craven-talks-more-scream-sequels-plus-scream-4-viral-site



 

American Reunion Lands Jason Biggs, Seann William Scott and Eugene Levy


Jason Biggs will star in American Reunion for Universal PicturesUniversal Pictures has locked up deals with original American Pie stars Jason Biggs, Seann William Scott, and Eugene Levy to star in the fourth theatrical installment in the franchise, American Reunion.


The studio is also in negotiations with original cast members such as Tara Reid, Chris Klein, Mena Suvari, Thomas Ian Nicholas, and Jennifer Coolidge to return for the sequel.


We reported last April that Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg will write and direct American Reunion. No plot details were given, but it is believed the story will center on a high school reunion. It isn't clear when production will start on American Reunion.


The last theatrical outing in the franchise was 2003's American Wedding, where Jason Biggs and Alyson Hannigan's characters got married. Since then, Universal has produced several straight-to-DVD movies under the American Pie Presents banner, including American Pie Presents: The Naked Mile, American Pie Presents: Band Camp, and American Pie Presents: Beta House.


American Reunion comes to theaters in 2012 and stars Jason Biggs, Seann William Scott, Eugene Levy. The film is directed by Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg.




Sources: The Hollywood Reporter


http://www.movieweb.com/news/american-reunion-lands-jason-biggs-seann-william-scott-and-eugene-levy

 



Underworld: New Dawn Kate Beckinsale Photo
A new photo has just arrived from the upcoming vampire adventure Underworld: New Dawn, which hits 2D and 3D theaters nationwide on January 20. Click on the photo below, which features Kate Beckinsale returning as Selene, to access our gallery.


Underworld: New Dawn is currently shooting in Vancouver. We reported yesterday that Michael Ealy has signed on as the male lead, a detective who hunts down Selene and ultimately becomes her ally.


Underworld: New Dawn comes to theaters January 20th, 2012 and stars Michael Sheen, Kate Beckinsale, Bill Nighy, Michael Ealy. The film is directed by Måns Mårlind, Björn Stein.




Sources: Too Fab
http://www.movieweb.com/news/underworld-new-dawn-kate-beckinsale-photo



Phillip Seymour Hoffman Joins Upstate


Philip Seymour Hoffman to executive produce the HBO series Upstate
Philip Seymour Hoffman is on board to produce the new TV drama Upstate, a project we exclusively broke the news on in January. While Philip Seymour Hoffman will executive produce the new HBO series, it isn't clear if he will star in the project.


The story centers on a prison guard named Roy who lands a new job, relocating his family to a town that has been built around a for-profit prison facility. Robert Glaudini and Brett C. Leonard (Hung) wrote the pilot script. Emily Ziff will also serve as executive producer alongside Philip Seymour Hoffman, Robert Glaudini, and Brett C. Leonard.


Philip Seymour Hoffman will reunite with Robert Glaudini once again on this project. Robert Glaudini wrote the stage play for Jack Goes Boating and the screenplay for the movie version, both of which featured Philip Seymour Hoffman as the title character. Philip Seymour Hoffman also made his directorial debut with the movie version of Jack Goes Boating.


We spoke with Robert Glaudini back in January, when he was promoting the Blu-ray and DVD release of Jack Goes Boating. Here's what he had to say about Upstate back then.




"Upstate is the story of the community that develops around a private prison, which is run for profit. In other words, the prison is built and as people work there and as the economy improves in that immediate area, a suburban community develops around this industry. It will not be an upstairs-downstairs story. The main characters are a correctional officer, his wife and his two kids. It will be about how the job impacts his family and other families in the community. We're kind of excited about it. We think it could make a great story."




No production schedule was given for Upstate at this time.




Sources: Deadline http://www.movieweb.com/news/phillip-seymour-hoffman-joins-upstate

**2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals 3

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Sofia Vergara

Actress Sofía Vergara arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Eva Mendes

Actress Eva Mendes arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Marisa Tomei

Actress Marisa Tomei arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

 

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Chace Crawford

Actor Chace Crawford arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images North America

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Kate Beckinsale

Actress Kate Beckinsale arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images North America)

 

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Anne Hathaway

Actress Anne Hathaway arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Kerry Washington

Actress Kerry Washington arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images North America)

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/1bR3-SyFYet/2011+Vanity+Fair+Oscar+Party+Hosted+Graydon



19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party - Show

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/vxxQMOwPP1G/19th+Annual+Elton+John+AIDS+Foundation+Academy


19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party - Red Carpet

19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party - Red Carpet

In This Photo: Heidi Klum

Model Heidi Klum arrives at the 19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party at the Pacific Design Center on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images North America)

19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party - Red Carpet

In This Photo: Hayden Panettiere

Actress Hayden Panettiere arrives at the 19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party at the Pacific Design Center on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images North America)

19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party - Red Carpet

In This Photo: Dave Annable, Odette Yustman

(L-R) Actor Dave Annable and actress Odette Yustman arrive at the 19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party at the Pacific Design Center on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images North America)

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/1R_DAXGIUpy/19th+Annual+Elton+John+AIDS+Foundation+Academy

**2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals 2

 

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Cameron Diaz

Actress Cameron Diaz arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Juliette Lewis

Actress Juliette Lewis arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

 

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Elizabeth Banks

Actress Elizabeth Banks arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

 

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Naomi Watts

Actress Naomi Watts arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Zoe Saldana

Actress Zoe Saldana arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

 

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Jessica Szohr

Actress Jessica Szohr arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Charlize Theron

Actress Charlize Theron arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Jude Law

Actor Jude Law arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

 

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Kate Beckinsale

Actress Kate Beckinsale arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

 

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Zooey Deschanel

Actress Zooey Deschanel arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Emma Roberts

Actress Emma Roberts arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter - Arrivals

In This Photo: Rosario Dawson

Actress Rosario Dawson arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on February 27, 2011 in West Hollywood, California.

( February 26, 2011 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

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***First Set Photos from CONTRABAND Starring Mark Wahlberg ***Super Bowl TV Spot for LIMITLESS Starring Bradley Cooper

First Set Photos from CONTRABAND Starring Mark Wahlberg

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: February 4th, 2011

The first set photos from the crime thriller Contraband have gone online.  The film is a remake of the acclaimed Icelandic picture Reykjavik-Rotterdam.  Mark Wahlberg stars as a struggling security guard who must return to his life as a drug smuggler for one last job.  So what exciting photos have onlookers snapped?  A gun fight?  A main character dying on the street?  Even better!  Mark Wahlberg and costar Lukas Haas sitting and standing in the back of a truck.  These are set photos that will blow your mind (provided your mind is easily impressed).

Hit the jump to check out the set photos.  Contraband is currently filming in New Orleans and also stars Kate Beckinsale, Ben Foster, Diego Luna, and Giovanni Ribisi.  The film is currently set for release on March 16, 2012.

Click over to Just Jared for more images of Contraband truck-standing/sitting.

http://collider.com/contraband-set-photos-mark-wahlberg/74651/

Super Bowl TV Spot for LIMITLESS Starring Bradley Cooper

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: February 4th, 2011

Just one of many films that will have their trailer featured during the Super Bowl on Sunday is Limitless starring Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro and Abbie Cornish, and now you can check out the TV spot a couple days early. Limitless centers on a struggling writer (Cooper) who takes a special drug that allows him to utilize his entire mental capacity. Regardless of the fact that the premise doesn’t make sense (that’s not how brains work, fyi), the film looks like it could have the potential to be a fairly engaging thriller. Hit the jump to check out the TV spot.

..... http://collider.com/limitless-super-bowl-tv-spot/74674/

***John Singleton to Direct Liam Hemsworth in BROKEN RUN ***Ben Foster and Giovanni Ribisi Join Mark Wahlberg and Kate Beckinsale in CONTRABAND ***Johnny Depp Likes Brad Pitt or George Clooney to Play THE LONE RANGER

John Singleton to Direct Liam Hemsworth in BROKEN RUN

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: December 1st, 2010

The Hemsworth brothers aren’t stars yet, but Hollywood is intent on making them household names by the end of 2011.  Chris Hemsworth is set to make the biggest splash cinematically possible as the lead in Thor.  The rise of younger brother Liam Hemsworth is a bit more gradual, with roles in Knowing and The Last Song over the last two years.  Next year brings him into stage two as the lead in the period epic Arabian Nights.
According to TheWrap, Hemsworth will follow up Arabian Nights with Broken Run,  a political thriller set in Washington D.C.  Hemsworth is attached to star, and John Singleton (Four Brothers) is attached to direct.  If the project lines up a buyer, Jay Longino and Michael Browning are on tap to write the script.  Singleton recently wrapped production on the Taylor Lautner thriller Abduction.
http://www.collider.com/2010/12/01/broken-run-liam-hemsworth-john-singleton/

Ben Foster and Giovanni Ribisi Join Mark Wahlberg and Kate Beckinsale in CONTRABAND

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: December 1st, 2010

Ben Foster (The Messenger) and Giovanni Ribisi (Avatar) are in talks to join Mark Wahlberg and Kate Beckinsale in Contraband, the American remake of Iceland’s Reykjavic-Rotterdam.  Wahlberg stars as a busted smuggler who becomes a security guard; in the face of financial troubles, he undertakes one last job.
According to Variety, Foster will play Wahlberg’s brother-in-law.  No details yet on who Ribisi might play.  (Any Icelanders have a guess?)  Baltasar Kormákur, who produced, co-wrote, and starred in the 2008 original, will produce and direct the remake.  Hit the jump for the official synopsis of Reykjavic-Rotterdam.

Like a fish on a dry land, Kristofer is stuck in a dull everyday routine, working as a security guard. He got fired from the freight ship he worked on, when he was caught smuggling alcohol. Faced with money problems, he is tempted to accept the help of his friend, Steingrimur, who manages to pull some strings to get his old job back. He decides to take his chances one last time on a tour to Rotterdam

Foster will next be seen opposite Jason Statham in The Mechanic, with Rampart on the horizon.  Ribisi has The Rum Diary in the can, and has been linked to St. Vincent.

http://www.collider.com/2010/12/01/contraband-ben-foster-giovanni-ribisi/

Johnny Depp Likes Brad Pitt or George Clooney to Play THE LONE RANGER

by Jeff Ames    Posted: December 1st, 2010

With Pirates of Caribbean director Gore Verbinksi officially attached to direct the big screen version of The Lone Ranger, it’s no surprise attention is now focused on who will play the titular hero himself. The newest names to hit the pot come from none other than Tonto himself — or star Johnny Depp:

“There’s so many interesting possibilities out there. Brad [Pitt] would be great. [George] Clooney would be great. Don’t know who it’s going to be just yet.”

Depp is currently filming Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides with director Rob Marshall for a May 20, 2011 release. Pitt has a slew of upcoming films including the long-awaited Tree of Life from director Terrence Malick, which opens on May 27, 2011. The Lone Ranger is set for a 2012 release. Hit the jump for more.
The suggestion makes sense as Depp would likely have bumped into Pitt while filming The Tourist with the Inglourious Basterds’ wife Angelina Jolie – he would know better than anyone whether Pitt’s acting sensibilities would play off his own. Still, while Depp may have quite a bit of pull in Hollywood, the decision will likely rest in the hands of Verbinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer.
I remain cautiously optimistic about The Lone Ranger, especially considering its long-delayed pre-production process. It took nearly three years for Verbinski to officially climb on board, even after the inclusion of box office behemoth Johnny Depp. Personally I wish Verbinski had taken the directing gig on the big screen adaptation of the video game BioShock (though Juan Carlos Fresnadillo remains a solid choice), something that more soundly fits his directing abilities.
Still, this latest rumor suggests a rather unique take on the legendary series, especially in regards to its depictions of Native Americans.  Depp explains to Entertainment Tonight:

“Native Americans in cinema, over the past however many decades, have been treated somewhat shabbily. This one has plans to rectify that.”

Hmmm … the whimsical (even comedic) tone of Pirates meshed with the down-to-earth realism of Dance with Wolves? Starring Brad Pitt and Johnny Depp? I’d pay to watch that.
Here’s a synopsis of the TV show:

The title character is a masked Texas Ranger in the American Old West, originally played by George Seaton (radio), but more famously by Clayton Moore (television), who gallops about righting injustices with the aid of his clever, laconic Native American companion, Tonto played by (amongst others) John Todd, Roland Parker, and (in the television series) Jay Silverheels. Tonto usually referred to the Lone Ranger as Kemo Sabe, meaning “trusty scout”.  Departing on his white horse Silver, the Ranger would shout “Hi-yo, Silver, away!” as the horse galloped toward the setting sun, followed by someone asking “Who was that masked man, anyway?” “Why he’s the Lone Ranger.” [Wikipedia]

http://www.collider.com/2010/12/01/the-lone-ranger-brad-pitt-george-clooney/