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Thursday, July 7, 2011

***Evan Rachel Wood: 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Premiere! ***Jessica Alba Covers 'Latina' August 2011 ***Daniel Craig Covers 'Esquire' August 2011 ***Justin Timberlake & Mila Kunis: 'Friends with Benefits' PSA! ***"The Dictator" filming in midtown New York City ***Al Pacino on Set

Evan Rachel Wood: 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Premiere!

Evan Rachel Wood: 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Premiere!
Evan Rachel Wood hits the Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 8 premiere held at the Time Warner Screening Room on Wednesday (July 6) in New York City.
The 23-year-old actress wore Dolce&Gabbana as well as a grey T-shirt with late actor Dennis Hopper’s face.
Over the weekend, Evan and rumored on-again boyfriend Jamie Bell took in a performance of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark and also got to meet the show’s star, Reeve Carney.
10+ pictures inside of Evan Rachel Wood attending the season 8 premiere of Curb Your Enthusiasm…http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/07/06/evan-rachel-wood-curb-your-enthusiasm-premiere/


Jessica Alba Covers 'Latina' August 2011

Jessica Alba Covers 'Latina' August 2011
Jessica Alba shows off her baby bump on the cover of Latina magazine’s August 2011 issue, on newsstands Tuesday (July 12).
Here’s what the 30-year-old Spy Kids 4 actress had to share in the mag’s first ever family issue:
On preparing for her second child: “The first time around, every moment was so new and terrifying and now I know what to expect. It’s like ‘It’s fine, I’ve been there before.’ With Honor, I was constantly asking myself ‘Is she moving? Is her heart beating?’ I’d worry about everything, and with this baby I don’t have the same anxieties.”
On balancing motherhood & her career: “After I had Honor I didn’t leave the house for a while. It was all about changing diapers and feedings and still trying to get back in to the routine of my [acting] thing. I love what I do. But unless it’s worth it, I’m not going to spend time away from my daughter. Before I had her, work was all I had. Now it’s not.”
On the possibility of more kids: “I just have to feel it out. See how my 30s treat me. I just try to live in the moment.”
For more from Jessica, visit Latina.com!

Daniel Craig Covers 'Esquire' August 2011

Daniel Craig Covers 'Esquire' August 2011
Daniel Craig covers Esquire magazine’s August 2011 issue, on newsstands Tuesday (July 12).
Here’s what the 43-year-old Cowboys & Aliens - and newly married - actor had to share:
On constantly being associated with James Bond: “This has become my way, it’s as simple as that. I mean, since I’ve just become James Bond. And I think, you know, that means being something that people feel they own. And all of the sudden I’m getting magazine covers, when I got nothing for ten years before that. I say it’s just pure luck. And doing covers, people interviewing me, and they want to know everything and I’m going, I’m not gonna f—ing tell you!”
On The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo: “It’s as adult as you can possibly make it. This is adult drama. I grew up, as we f—ing all did, watching The Godfather and that, movies that were made for adults. And this is a $100 million R-rated movie. Nobody makes those anymore. And [director David Fincher], he’s not holding back. They’ve given him free rein. He showed me some scenes recently, and my hand was over my mouth, going, Are you f—ing serious?”
For more from Daniel, visit Esquire.com!


Justin Timberlake & Mila Kunis: 'Friends with Benefits' PSA!

Justin Timberlake & Mila Kunis: 'Friends with Benefits' PSA!
Check out Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis in this faux PSA to promote their new film, Friends with Benefits!
“We’re here today to talk about a very serious issue,” the 30-year-old actor says in the beginning of the clip.
“Social networks are failing to meet the needs of an under served population … did you know that there’s no option to choose ‘friends with benefits’ as your relationship status?” he asks, while Mila questions why their voices are being denied.
Catch Justin and Mila together on the big screen when Friends with Benefits hits theaters July 22! http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/07/06/justin-timberlake-mila-kunis-friends-with-benefits-psa/


Evan Rachel Wood at the Season premiere of HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" in New York
Evan Rachel Wood at the Season premiere of HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" in New York.
Evan Rachel Wood at the Season premiere of HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" in New York
In This Photo: Evan Rachel Wood
Evan Rachel Wood at the Season premiere of HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" in New York.
( July 6, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)



"The Dictator" movie director Larry Charles takes a smoke break on the set during filming in midtown New York City 
Ben Kingsley "The Dictator"  star Ben Kingsley is seen on  set during filming in midtown New York City.
The Dictator" movie director Larry Charles takes a smoke break on the set during filming in midtown New York City
In This Photo: Ben Kingsley
"The Dictator" star Ben Kingsley is seen on set during filming in midtown New York City.
( July 6, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)


Celebrities On Set Of "The Dictator"
Celebrities are spotted on the set of 'The Dictator' in New York City.
Celebrities On Set Of "The Dictator"
In This Photo: B.J. Novak
Celebrities are spotted on the set of 'The Dictator' in New York City.
( July 6, 2011 - Photo by FlynetPictures.com)
Sacha Baron Cohen Celebrities are spotted on the set of 'The Dictator' in New York City.
Celebrities On Set Of "The Dictator"
In This Photo: Sacha Baron Cohen
Celebrities are spotted on the set of 'The Dictator' in New York City.
( July 6, 2011 - Photo by FlynetPictures.com)


'The White Fairy Tale Love Ball' - Photocall
Anne Hathaway attends 'The White Fairy Tale Love Ball' in Support Of 'The Naked Heart Foundation' at Chateau de Wideville on July 6, 2011 in Crespieres, France.
Anne Hathaway attends 'The White Fairy Tale Love Ball' in Support Of 'The Naked Heart Foundation' at Chateau de Wideville on July 6, 2011 in Crespieres, France.
( July 5, 2011 - Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images Europe




Al Pacino on Set
Al Pacino, sporting a headband to keep his age-defying dark hair back, is seen heading back to his trailer in between takes on the set of HBO Film's "Phil Spector". The film, to be directed David Mamet, will document the life of the record producer who created the "wall of sound" but is now serving a 19-year prison sentence to life for shooting Lana Clarkson, a struggling actress, in 2003. Pacino, 71, is set to play Spector who produced numerous pop hits as well as mixing the final Beatles album, "Let It Be.
Al Pacino on Set
In This Photo: Al Pacino
Al Pacino, sporting a headband to keep his age-defying dark hair back, is seen heading back to his trailer in between takes on the set of HBO Film's "Phil Spector". The film, to be directed David Mamet, will document the life of the record producer who created the "wall of sound" but is now serving a 19-year prison sentence to life for shooting Lana Clarkson, a struggling actress, in 2003. Pacino, 71, is set to play Spector who produced numerous pop hits as well as mixing the final Beatles album, "Let It Be.
( July 6, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

***Christopher Walken, John Turturro, Alicia Silverstone, Sharon Stone, Edie Falco, Rosie Perez, Phylicia Rashad, and More Star in GODS BEHAVING BADLY ***Casting Call: J.B. Smoove Serves THE DICTATOR; Rodrigo Santoro Learns WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING ***Val Kilmer, Ving Rhames, Luke Goss, and Rebecca Da Costa Join Timebending Thriller SEVEN BELOW

Christopher Walken, John Turturro, Alicia Silverstone, Sharon Stone, Edie Falco, Rosie Perez, Phylicia Rashad, and More Star in GODS BEHAVING BADLY

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: July 5th, 2011

Big Beach has culled an eclectic cast to play immortals in the adaptation of Marie Phillips’ Gods Behaving Badly: Christopher Walken (Zeus), John Turturro (Hades), Sharon Stone (Aphrodite), Edie Falco (Artemis), Phylicia Rashad (Demeter), Nelsan Ellis (Dionysus), Gideon Glick (Eros), Henry Zebrowski (Hermes), Rosie Perez (Persephone).  Movieline passes along the official synopsis:
The film tells the story of the Greek Gods, alive and well and living in a brownstone in New York City, as they cross paths with a young couple, Kate and Neil. The intersection of the Gods and the mortals threatens not only the couple’s budding relationship, but the future of everything else.


Alicia Silverstone and Ebon Moss-Bachrach will play the young couple.  Admittedly, this cast would be more impressive in a year that begins 199_.  Regardless, this sounds like a fun project.  Production begins this month in New York on Gods Behaving Badly, the directorial debut of Big Beach co-founder Marc Turtletaub. http://collider.com/christopher-walken-alicia-silverstone-gods-behaving-badly/100597/news




Casting Call: J.B. Smoove Serves THE DICTATOR; Rodrigo Santoro Learns WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING

by Brendan Bettinger   Posted: July 5th, 2011

Hollywood is quickly learning there is no comedy that won’t benefit from the motormouthed presence of J.B. Smoove.  According to THR, The Dictator is the latest film to catch on.  Sacha Baron Cohen stars as a despot who “risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed.”  From the photos we’ve seen so far, the dictator looks to be another memorably ostentatious character from the man who gave us Borat.  Little is known about Smoove’s character other than the name, “Usher.”  Anna Faris, Ben Kingsley, and Jason Mantzoukas also star in The Dictator, helmed by Borat/Bruno director Larry Charles.  Megan Fox and John C. Reilly are set for cameos.
Smoove will reprise the role of Leon Black for season eight of Curb Your Enthusiasm, which premieres July 10 on HBO.  The actor will next be seen theatrically in The Sitter (December 9) and We Bought a Zoo (December 23).  In an effort to conquer all screens, Smoove is launching an “original comedy website” under the name TheRuckus.com later this month.
Hit the jump for details on Rodrigo Santoro’s new role in What to Expect When You’re Expecting.
http://collider.com/jb-smoove-the-dictator-rodrigo-santoro-what-to-expect/100573/


Val Kilmer, Ving Rhames, Luke Goss, and Rebecca Da Costa Join Timebending Thriller SEVEN BELOW

by Brendan Bettinger   Posted: July 5th, 2011

EFish Entertainment has contracted Val Kilmer, Ving Rhames, Luke Goss, and Rebecca Da Costa to star in the independent thriller Seven Below.  Speaking as a sucker for any movie that bends time and space, the logline provided by Variety sounds pretty cool:
“Story centers on a group of strangers brought together when a terrible storm leaves them stranded in a house in the woods where a terrible event transpired exactly 100 years prior. The group seems trapped in a ghostly time warp, and history is repeating itself.”

Kevin Carraway will direct from a script he co-wrote with Lawrence Smith; Warren Ostergard, Brianna, Lee Johnson, and Eric Mark Fisher (“EFish” himself) are producing.  Production was initially scheduled earlier this year in New Mexico before a change in the state tax credits lured EFish to Cincinnati.  The new start date is next month. http://collider.com/val-kilmer-ving-rhames-seven-below/100563/

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

***Jennifer Aniston seen arriving at the "Daily Show with Jon Stewart" ***"Warrior" Photocall ***Sacha Baron Cohen and Anna Faris Film "The Dictator" in New York City ***"Don't Be Afraid Of The Dark" Premiere - Arrivals

Jennifer Anistonwears two rings on her ring fingers during an appearance on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart."
Jennifer Aniston poses for pictures and signs autographs in a little black dress ahead of an appearance on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart."  The actress, who is currently rumoured to be engaged to actor Justin Theroux, wears a diamond ring on her right hand and a gold ring on her left ring finger.
Jennifer Aniston poses for pictures and signs autographs in a little black dress ahead of an appearance on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart." The actress, who is currently rumoured to be engaged to actor Justin Theroux, wears a diamond ring on her right hand and a gold ring on her left ring finger.
( June 28, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/-ifr9g_yi07/Jennifer+Anistonwears+two+rings+ring+fingers


Jennifer Anistonwears two rings on her ring fingers during an appearance on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart."
Jennifer Aniston looks sexy in a little black dress as she poses for pictures ahead of an appearance on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart."  The actress, who is currently rumoured to be engaged to actor Justin Theroux, wears a diamond ring on her right hand and a gold ring (that appears to have a name engraved on it) on her left ring finger.Jennifer Aniston looks sexy in a little black dress as she poses for pictures ahead of an appearance on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart." The actress, who is currently rumoured to be engaged to actor Justin Theroux, wears a diamond ring on her right hand and a gold ring (that appears to have a name engraved on it) on her left ring finger.
( June 27, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/enqSkzQAOo7/Jennifer+Anistonwears+two+rings+ring+fingers


Put a ring on it! Jennifer Aniston seen arriving at the "Daily Show with Jon Stewart" in New York City with what looks like a ring on her engagement finger
Put a ring on it! Jennifer Aniston seen arriving at the "Daily Show with Jon Stewart" in New York City with what looks like a ring on her engagement finger. Aniston is allegedly dating actor Justin Theroux and is currently promoting her latest flick "Horrible Bosses.
Put a ring on it! Jennifer Aniston seen arriving at the "Daily Show with Jon Stewart" in New York City with what looks like a ring on her engagement finger. Aniston is allegedly dating actor Justin Theroux and is currently promoting her latest flick "Horrible Bosses.
( June 27, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/rkI8RDpYfTG/Put+ring+Jennifer+Aniston+seen+arriving+Daily


"Warrior" Photocall
Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton pose at a photocall for their film "Warrior" held at the Bristol Hotel.
"Warrior" Photocall
Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton pose at a photocall for their film "Warrior" held at the Bristol Hotel.
( June 27, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/sSk62bzc85q/Warrior+Photocall


Sacha Baron Cohen and Anna Faris Film "The Dictator" in New York City
Sacha Baron Cohen and Anna Faris film a scooter scene for the upcoming comedic film "The Dictator" in New York City. Cohen is seen wearing a raggedy old sweater and torn pants with a helmet containing the sticker "Free Earth Collective".
Sacha Baron Cohen and Anna Faris film a scooter scene for the upcoming comedic film "The Dictator" in New York City. Cohen is seen wearing a raggedy old sweater and torn pants with a helmet containing the sticker "Free Earth Collective".
( June 27, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/oSyCh05a-5f/Sacha+Baron+Cohen+Anna+Faris+Film+Dictator


"Don't Be Afraid Of The Dark" Premiere - Arrivals
Katie Holmes Celebrities attend the "Don't Be Afraid of The Dark" premiere during the 2011 Los Angeles Film Festival at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live.
Celebrities attend the "Don't Be Afraid of The Dark" premiere during the 2011 Los Angeles Film Festival at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live.
( June 27, 2011 - Photo by FlynetPictures.com)
Katie Holmes Celebrities attend the "Don't Be Afraid of The Dark" premiere during the 2011 Los Angeles Film Festival at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live. 
In This Photo: Katie Holmes, Bailee Madison
Celebrities attend the "Don't Be Afraid of The Dark" premiere during the 2011 Los Angeles Film Festival at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live.
( June 27, 2011 - Photo by FlynetPictures.com)
Celebrities attend the "Don't Be Afraid of The Dark" premiere during the 2011 Los Angeles Film Festival at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live.
( June 27, 2011 - Photo by FlynetPictures.com)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/eQPaZ68AdXk/2011+LAFF+Don+t+Afraid+Dark+Premiere+Arrivals


"Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" Premiere

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/OD3qdS9uDdN/Don+t+Afraid+Dark+Premiere


LAFF Closing Night - "Dont Be Afraid Of The Dark" Premiere - Red Carpet
Actress Katie Holmes  arrives at the LAFF closing night "Dont Be Afraid Of The Dark at Regal Cinemas, L.A. Live on June 26, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.Actress Katie Holmes arrives at the LAFF closing night "Dont Be Afraid Of The Dark at Regal Cinemas, L.A. Live on June 26, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.
( June 25, 2011 - Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images North America)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/5UwpwCudzLC/LAFF+Closing+Night+Dont+Afraid+Dark+Premiere


LAFF Closing Night - "Dont Be Afraid Of The Dark" Premiere - Arrivals
Actress Bailee Madison (L) and actress Katie Holmes arrive at the Los Angeles Film Festival's Closing Night premiere of "Don't Be Afraid Of The Dark" at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live on June 26, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.
Actress Bailee Madison (L) and actress Katie Holmes arrive at the Los Angeles Film Festival's Closing Night premiere of "Don't Be Afraid Of The Dark" at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live on June 26, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.
( June 25, 2011 - Photo by Michael Buckner/Getty Images North America)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/6l2suda-ZOg/LAFF+Closing+Night+Dont+Afraid+Dark+Premiere

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

***Eight Rise of the Planet of the Apes Photos ***Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows Wedding Photos with Holmes and Watson ***Megan Fox Joins Sacha Baron Cohen's 'Dictator' ***Leighton Meester Films "I Hate You Dad"

Eight Rise of the Planet of the Apes Photos

Jun 22, 2011 by Courtney O.
20th Century Fox has released 8 new images from Rise of the Planet of the Apes, starring James Franco and Freida Pinto, and directed by Rupert Wyatt. Check out the images below!
Rise of the Planet of the Apes Photo #1
http://www.movieweb.com/news/eight-rise-of-the-planet-of-the-apes-photos



Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows Wedding Photos with Holmes and Watson

Jun 21, 2011 by B. Alan Orange
Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law are back up to their old tricks as Holmes and Watson in the Christmas sequel Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. Guy Ritchie returns to direct this all-new adventure, which finds the sleuthing duo having to don vintage eyewear in their search for Moriarty (Jared Harris), as well as attend Watson's wedding. Check out the latest images below:
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows Photo #1
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows Photo #2Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows Photo #3
http://www.movieweb.com/news/sherlock-holmes-a-game-of-shadows-wedding-photos-with-holmes-and-watson



Megan Fox Joins Sacha Baron Cohen's 'Dictator'

Megan Fox Joins Sacha Baron Cohen's 'Dictator'
Sacha Baron Cohen rides a camel while filming his upcoming comedy, The Dictator, on Sunday (June 19) in New York City.
The 39-year-old funnyman takes on two roles - a goat herder and a deposed foreign ruler - in the film, which centers around “the heroic story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed.”
Megan Fox will also be making a cameo in the film, along with John C. Reilly, THR reports.
Their roles are reportedly being kept under wraps but the two will join a cast that already includes Anna Faris and Ben Kingsley. http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/06/21/megan-fox-sacha-baron-cohen-dictator/


Leighton Meester Films "I Hate You Dad" in Boston
Leighton Meester looks relaxed as she prepares to film an outdoor scene for "I Hate You Dad" in which she will co-star with Adam Sandler. Leighton Meester looks relaxed as she prepares to film an outdoor scene for "I Hate You Dad" in which she will co-star with Adam Sandler.
Leighton Meester Films "I Hate You Dad" in Boston
In This Photo: Leighton Meester
Leighton Meester looks relaxed as she prepares to film an outdoor scene for "I Hate You Dad" in which she will co-star with Adam Sandler.
( June 21, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/3ve7bIHZaT5/Leighton+Meester+Films+Hate+Dad+Boston

***Casting Call: Skylar Astin and Justin Chon in Talks for 21 AND OVER; Riki Lindhome Joins FUN SIZE ***Jennifer Lopez in Talks for PARKER and WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING ***Megan Fox and John C. Reilly Join Sacha Baron Cohen’s THE DICTATOR ***First Trailer and Poster for FOOTLOOSE Remake

Casting Call: Skylar Astin and Justin Chon in Talks for 21 AND OVER; Riki Lindhome Joins FUN SIZE

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: June 21st, 2011

Skylar Astin (Taking Woodstock) and Justin Chon (The Twilight Saga: Eclipse) are in talks to join Miles Teller (Rabbit Hole) in the comedy 21 and OverVariety provides the logline:
[21 and Over] follows two childhood friends who drag their straight-arrow buddy out to celebrate his 21st birthday the night before an all-important med school interview. As one beer leads to another, the evening spirals into an epic misadventure of debauchery and mayhem.
Chon will play the birthday boy; Teller and Astin will play the bad influences. Production on the directorial debut of The Hangover writers Jon Lucas and Scott Moore is scheduled for later this summer.  Todd Lieberman and David Hoberman of Mandeville Films are teaming with Relativity Media to produce.
Hit the jump for details on Riki Lindhome’s role in Fun Size. http://collider.com/justin-chon-21-and-over-riki-lindhome-fun-size/97968/


Jennifer Lopez in Talks for PARKER and WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: June 21st, 2011

Jennifer Lopez is in talks to star in two films, Parker and What to Expect When You’re Expecting.  Jason Statham stars as the titular thief with a strict moral code in Parker, based on the Donald Westlake mystery novels that feature the character.  Lopez is eying the female lead, Leslie, a woman who gets involved with Parker during a heist.  Taylor Hackford (Love Ranch) will direct from a script John J. McLaughlin (Carnivàle) with the goal of launching an action franchise.  Production is scheduled for August.
Lopez is in negotiations with Lionsgate to play Holly, a supporting role, in What to Expect When You’re Expecting.  Cameron Diaz and Matthew Morrison star in the film, directed by Kirk Jones (Nanny McPhee).  Expect What to Expect in theaters May 11, 2012.  The script, said to be a romantic comedy in the style of Love Actually, is based on the bestselling book that informs mothers-to-be on all things pregnancy.  Read a description of the contents after the jump. http://collider.com/jennifer-lopez-parker-what-to-expect/97961/



Megan Fox and John C. Reilly Join Sacha Baron Cohen’s THE DICTATOR

by Phil Brown    Posted: June 21st, 2011

Megan Fox may not be shaking her booty in front of exploding robots and rotating cameras next week in Transformers: Dark of the Moon, but it looks like she’s managed to keep her career going anyways (A hot girl succeeding in Hollywood? How’s that possible?). It’s been announced that both Fox and John C. Reilly will be bringing their various assets to the upcoming Sacha Baron Cohen comedy The Dictator, which is currently shooting in New York. Security is tight and little has been revealed about the film beyond Cohen’s comically large beard, but the cast is looking pretty impressive with support work also coming from Anna Farris and Sir Ben Kingsley. Hit the jump for more on the project.



First Trailer and Poster for FOOTLOOSE Remake

by Jason Barr    Posted: June 21st, 2011

The first trailer and poster for director Craig Brewer’s (Black Snake Moan) Footloose remake are now available online. Featuring some nifty dance moves and a “Debbie Downer” turn from Dennis Quaid, the film looks to have plenty of style and hopefully enough substance to pacify moviegoers looking for more than a rurally set Step Up. Kenny Wormald, Julianne Hough, and Andie MacDowell star alongside Quaid in the pic which aims to update Kevin Bacon’s 1984 original about a city boy who moves to a small town where dancing (which is apparently his number one skill) is outlawed.
Check out the trailer and poster after the jump. Footloose hits theaters on October 14th. http://collider.com/footloose-movie-trailer-poster/97928/

Friday, June 17, 2011

***Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin to Star in Jason Reitman’s LABOR DAY ***Paul Bettany Up for Role of Javert Opposite Hugh Jackman in LES MISERABLES; Chelsea Handler Joins Josh Schwartz’s FUN SIZE ***Set Photos from THE DICTATOR Starring Sacha Baron Cohen ***Hugh Jackman in Talks to Star in Tom Hooper’s LES MISERABLES

Set Photos from THE DICTATOR Starring Sacha Baron Cohen

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: June 16th, 2011

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Some new set images have emerged from the new Sacha Baron Cohen comedy The Dictator. We got our first official look at Cohen in the titular role last week, and today’s set photos show that we’re in store for another very crazy character, as they capture him competing in a track race while utilizing a pistol to ensure that he’s the winner. The comedy “tells the heroic story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed. It is inspired by the best selling novel, Zabibah and The King, by Saddam Hussein.”
Hit the jump to check out the images. Directed by Larry Charles (Borat, Bruno), the film also stars Anna Faris, Ben Kingsley, and Jason Mantzoukas.  The Dictator is set to open on May 11, 2012.  http://collider.com/dictator-set-photos-sacha-baron-cohen/96776/


Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin to Star in Jason Reitman’s LABOR DAY

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: June 16th, 2011

It looks like Jason Reitman is moving along with his next film. EW reports that Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin will play the leads in Reitman’s adaptation of Joyce Manard’s novel Labor Day. The book tells the story of a lonely mother whose 13-year-old son convinces her to take in a drifter who turns out to be a convicted murderer. Reitman wrote the screenplay and will direct the drama, which is set to start shooting in New England in 2012.
I was a huge fan of the writer/director’s Up in the Air, and Winslet and Brolin are both phenomenal actors, so it’s safe to say I’m looking forward to this one. Reitman is currently busy in post-production on Young Adult, a film he directed from a script by his Juno companion Diablo Cody. Young Adult stars Charlize Theron, Patrick Wilson, and Patton Oswalt, and Paramount is set to distribute.  Brolin was initially interested in that film, but apparently scheduling couldn’t be worked out. Now it looks like he’ll get his chance to work with Reitman after all. Hit the jump to read a synopsis of Maynard’s novel. http://collider.com/kate-winslet-josh-brolin-labor-day/96769/






Paul Bettany Up for Role of Javert Opposite Hugh Jackman in LES MISERABLES; Chelsea Handler Joins Josh Schwartz’s FUN SIZE

by Adam Chitwood   Posted: June 16th, 2011

We’ve got a couple of casting stories for you this morning. Last night, we reported that Hugh Jackman is currently in negotiations to star in director Tom Hooper’s (The King’s Speech) big-budget musical adaptation of Les Miserables. Jackman is eyeing the role of protagonist Jean Valjean, and now Deadline reports that Paul Bettany is a candidate to play the villainous police inspector Javert. Apparently he’s read for the role and sang a few songs from the stage musical. I like the idea of Bettany as Javert. He’s a fine dramatic actor, and he and Jackman make an interesting pair.
Additionally, THR reports that Chelsea Handler is in talks to join The O.C. creator Josh Schwartz’s feature directorial debut Fun Size. The comedy centers on a sarcastic teen who takes her little brother-trick-or-treating on Halloween only to lose him along the way. She must spend the rest of the night trying to track him down, with the help of her friends. Handler will play the mother of the teen girl. The cast now includes Victoria Justice (Victorious), Jane Levy, Thomas Mann (It’s Kind of a Funny Story) and Johnny Knoxville. http://collider.com/paul-bettany-les-miserables-chelsea-handler-fun-size/96740/



Hugh Jackman in Talks to Star in Tom Hooper’s LES MISERABLES

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: June 15th, 2011

To say Hugh Jackman is versatile is a bit of an understatement. The guy can go from dark and brooding in X-Men to unbelievably charming and lively as host of the Oscars and the Tonys, as well as starring in Broadway’s The Boy from Oz. Given that he’s not too shabby at the whole song and dance thing, it makes perfect sense that he’s currently in talks to star in The King’s Speech director Tom Hooper’s adaptation of Les Miserables. Variety reports that Jackman is currently in negotiations to take a starring role in the Universal flick, and THR reports that he’s eyeing the role of protagonist Jean Valjean. Now, onto the casting of villainous police inspector Javert.
Les Miserables will be Hooper’s first project since winning the Best Director Oscar for last year’s The King’s Speech. William Nicholson (Elizabeth: The Golden Age) wrote the screenplay based on the stage musical, which itself was based on the classic Victor Hugo novel. Jackman’s schedule opened up when Darren Aronofsky dropped out of The Wolverine at the last minute, leaving Fox scrambling to find a new director. http://collider.com/hugh-jackman-les-miserables/96660/

Friday, June 10, 2011

***Sean Penn Briefly Recalls Spicoli from FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH ***Universal to Reboot THE WOLFMAN as WEREWOLF? ***First Official Look at Sacha Baron Cohen as THE DICTATOR [Updated] ***Set Photos from THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER Starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson

Sean Penn Briefly Recalls Spicoli from FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: June 9th, 2011

At Spike TV’s “Guys Choice Awards” (because guys so rarely get to decide just about everything) the male cast of Fast Times at Ridgemont High and director Amy Heckerling reunited on stage and Sean Penn brought back his breakthrough role as Jeff Spicoli for about two seconds by saying “Aloha, Mr. Hand” as only Spicoli could say it.  Spicoli is a funny role these days because it’s such a light role and Penn has devoted himself to serious movies and serious issues for the majority of his career.  The last time he did an (intentional) comedy was 1999′s Sweet and Lowdown (2001′s I Am Sam is pretty hilarious).  I can’t help but wonder if audiences could even accept Penn in a comic role today.
Hit the jump to check out the video. http://collider.com/sean-penn-recalls-spicoli-fast-times-ridgemont-high/95668/



Universal to Reboot THE WOLFMAN as WEREWOLF?

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: June 9th, 2011

Universal’s The Wolfman didn’t work out.  Original director Mark Romanek wanted more money to make the film work, Universal didn’t want to give it to him, he left, the studio found a new director in Joe Johnston.  But due to the amount of reshoots and other costs, Universal ended up spending more than if they had just given Romanek the extra money he wanted in the first place.  Oh, and the film wasn’t very good, although it was certainly better than thought considering all of the behind-the-scenes nonsense.
Moviehole reports that Universal hasn’t given up The Wolfman and intends to reboot the series and create a film, tentatively titled “Werewolf” that has more in common with George Waggner’s original 1941 film The Wolf Man than the character’s most recent iteration.  The studio is reportedly talking to prospective directors over the next few weeks and hopes to begin shooting this fall.  That’s a fast track for a product no one really wanted last time.  Presumably, Universal believes that because werewolves are popular in Twilight, their popularity will carry over to a new franchise.  As we all know, it’s the werewolves that people love in Twilight, not the muscular shirtless dudes and sappy romance. http://collider.com/wolfman-reboot-werewolf-universal/95661/



First Official Look at Sacha Baron Cohen as THE DICTATOR [Updated]

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: June 9th, 2011

A couple days ago, we showed you an unofficial set photo from the set of Sacha Baron Cohen’s new movie, The Dictator.  The film has Cohen once again reteaming with director Larry Charles, but it’s Cohen’s first movie that isn’t based on one of his characters from The Ali G Show.  The comedy “tells the heroic story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed. It is inspired by the best selling novel, Zabibah and The King, by Saddam Hussein.”
The Huffington Post, when not dismantling great sites like Cinematical or asking writers to do free work on behalf of a multimillionaire who pretends she’s on the side of the middle- and working-class, gets the occasional entertainment exclusive.  This is one of those days.  Hit the jump to check out the first official look at Cohen as The Dictator.  The movie also stars Anna Faris, Ben Kingsley, and Jason Mantzoukas.  The Dictator is set to open on May 11, 2012. [Update: We now have a hi-res version of the image] http://collider.com/dictator-movie-image-sacha-baron-cohen/95618/



Set Photos from THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER Starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: June 9th, 2011

Logan Lerman has been tweeting photos from the set of The Perks of Being a Wallflower.  Author Stephen Chbosky wrote the script and is directing the adaptation of his 1999 novel of the same name.  The coming-of-age story stars Lerman as “15-year-old Charlie (Lerman), an endearing and naive outsider, coping with first love (Emma Watson), the suicide of his best friend, and his own mental illness while struggling to find a group of people with whom he belongs.”  The film also stars Mae Whitman, Johnny Simmons, Ezra Miller, Nina Dobrev, and Dylan McDermott.
Hit the jump to check out the set photos. http://collider.com/perks-of-being-a-wallflower-set-photos/95606/

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

***Michael Pena Joins Sean Penn and Josh Brolin in GANGSTER SQUAD ***First Look at Sacha Baron Cohen in THE DICTATOR ***New Set Photos for Wes Anderson’s MOONRISE KINGDOM; Harvey Keitel Confirmed to Join Cast ***Kodi Smit-McPhee in Talks to Play Benvolio in ROMEO AND JULIET Opposite Hailee Steinfeld; Corbin Bernsen Joins LAY THE FAVORITE

Kodi Smit-McPhee in Talks to Play Benvolio in ROMEO AND JULIET Opposite Hailee Steinfeld; Corbin Bernsen Joins LAY THE FAVORITE

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: June 7th, 2011

And the casting stories keep on coming. 14-year-old Kodi Smit-McPhee (Let Me In) is in early negotiations to join Carlo Carlei’s adaptation of Romeo and Juliet. Variety reports that he’s being eyed for the role of Benvolio, Romeo’s cousin. Hailee Steinfeld is attached to star as Juliet, with Ed Westwick poised to play Tybalt and Holly Hunter set to take on the role of The Nurse. Italian director Carlei (Flight of the Innocent) will helm from a script by Julian Fellowes (Gosford Park). The key roles of Romeo and Mercutio have yet to be cast, but production is set to begin this summer in Italy.
Additionally, Corbin Bernsen has joined the cast of the indie gambling comedy Lay the Favorite . Based on the memoir of Beth Raymer, the flick stars Rebecca Hall, Bruce Willis, Vince Vaughn and Catherine Zeta-Jones. The story centers on Raymer’s rise from a Las Vegas cocktail waitress to one of the world’s best gamblers. Variety reports that Bernsen will play Hall’s father in the flick. Stephen Frears (High Fidelity) is directing from a sript by D.V. De Vincentis. I’m a big fan of Frears, and the cast he’s turning out is pretty impressive. Hit the jump to read a synopsis of the novelhttp://collider.com/kodi-smit-mcphee-romeo-and-juliet-corbin-bernsen-lay-the-favorite/95225/


Michael Pena Joins Sean Penn and Josh Brolin in GANGSTER SQUAD

by Jason Barr   Posted: June 7th, 2011


With their comedy 30 Minutes or Less set to hit theaters on August 12th, Michael Pena and director Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland) will now join forces once again in the crime/drama Gangster Squad. According to Heat Vision, Pena has been cast alongside Sean Penn, Josh Brolin, and Ryan Gosling, as an eager-to-please LAPD officer. For those unfamiliar with the project, Gangster Squad is based on an LA Times article by Paul Lieberman that focuses on corruption within LAPD ranks in the 1940s. The film will pit good cop John O’Mara (Brolin) against gangster Mickey Cohen (Penn) as the former attempts to keep East Coast mafia influences out of Los Angeles. Gangster Squad currently looks to be a 2013 release. In the meantime, Pena can also be seen alongside Eddie Murphy, Ben Stiller, and Casey Affleck in the action/comedy Tower Heist due out later this year on November 4th. http://collider.com/michael-pena-gangster-squad/95207/




First Look at Sacha Baron Cohen in THE DICTATOR

by Matt Goldberg   Posted: June 7th, 2011

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The first set photo has leaked from Sacha Baron Cohen’s next film The Dictator.  It’s Cohen’s first film where he’s not playing a character from Da Ali G Show, but it looks like it has the best premise since Borat:
The film tells the heroic story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed. It is inspired by the best selling novel, Zabibah and The King, by Saddam Hussein
Whether Cohen will be engaging in his candid camera antics or if this is a straight feature remains to be seen, but Larry Charles (Borat, Bruno) will once again be behind the camera.  The film is also set to star Anna Faris, Ben Kingsley, and Jason Mantzoukas (The League).  Hit the jump to check out the photo of an All-American foreign dictator.  The Dictator is slated to open on May 11, 2012.
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New Set Photos for Wes Anderson’s MOONRISE KINGDOM; Harvey Keitel Confirmed to Join Cast

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: June 7th, 2011

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Wes Anderson may have gotten has filmography back on track with the charming Fantastic Mr. Fox but he’ll be headed back to live-action for his next feature, Moonrise Kingdom.  The film already has an impressive cast that includes Bruce Willis, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, Tilda Swinton, Jason Schwartzman, and now, according to The Film Stage, Harvey Keitel.  The story “follows a young boy and girl (Jared Gilman and Kara Hayward) falling in love. When they are moved to run away together, various factions of the town mobilize to search for them and the town is turned upside down – which might not be such a bad thing.”
Some set photos from the film have leaked online and one of them shows Norton as a scout leader and another has Murray out of costume but being awesome (which is innate to Bill Murray).  Due to the cast and the story, Focus Features may give Moonrise Kingdom a summer 2012 rather than Anderson’s typical awards season bow.
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Wednesday, May 4, 2011

**Kirsten Dunst, Adam Scott, Lizzy Caplan and Casey Wilson to Star in Will Ferrell-Produced Comedy **Anna Faris Circling THE DICTATOR; Greta Gerwig and Orlando Bloom Join LOLA VERSUS **Paul W.S. Anderson to Direct Volcanic Disaster Flick POMPEII

Kirsten Dunst, Adam Scott, Lizzy Caplan and Casey Wilson to Star in Will Ferrell-Produced Comedy

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: May 2nd, 2011

A quartet of actors are set to star in a new indie comedy being produced by Will Ferrell and Adam McKay. Kirsten Dunst, Adam Scott, Lizzy Caplan and Casey Wilson are all attached to star in a comedy written and directed by Leslye Headland (TV’s Terriers) that has the working title of Bachelorette (which is most likely going to change). The story centers on three best friends who are asked to be the bridesmaids of a woman they called “Pigface” in high school. THR reports that Dunst and Caplan will play two of the best friends, with Wilson taking on the role of the bride-to-be. The character breakdown describes Dunst’s character as “your best friend and your worst enemy,” whereas Caplan’s role is characterized as “having a Playboy bunny body with a Larry David brain.”
This marks a reunion of sorts for Caplan and Scott, who both starred in Starz’s fantastic comedy Party Down. Scott is set to play Caplan’s high school crush, who “shows up to the wedding with a beautiful and much younger date.” The project was previously an off-Broadway play that caught the attention of McKay, who decided to set it up as a film at his and Ferrell’s Gary Sanchez production company. The budget is set at around $3 million with filming hoping to get underway this summer in New York. Scott is currently killing each week on NBC’s Parks and Recreation, and Casey Wilson is starring on ABC’s Happy Endings.




Anna Faris Circling THE DICTATOR; Greta Gerwig and Orlando Bloom Join LOLA VERSUS

by Jason Barr   Posted: May 2nd, 2011

We have a few casting tidbits to bring you tonight. First up, Deadline reports that Anna Faris has been offered the female lead in director Larry Charles’ (Borat) comedy The Dictator. Already starring Sacha Baron Cohen and Ben Kingsley, the film tells the story of a dictator who risks his life to keep democracy out of his finely oppressed country. Cohen will take on dual roles in the film as both the dictator and a goat herder whereas Faris’ character would be the owner of an organic food store who begins to turn around Cohen’s dictatorial outlook. You may remember that Faris faced competition in the form of Kristen Wiig and Gillian Jacobs for the role. The Dictator is scheduled to be released by Paramount on May 11th, 2012.
Next up, Variety confirms that both Greta Gerwig (Arthur) and Orlando Bloom are settling in for roles in the romantic comedy Lola Versus. Per the report, Gerwig has already accepted the starring role of a girl who is dumped only weeks before her wedding by her college sweetheart. Bloom is still in final negotiations to join the film for an unspecified role (perhaps Gerwig’s aforementioned college sweetheart?). Daryl Wein (Breaking Upwards) is set to direct the script he co-wrote with Zoe Lister-Jones. Production on the film is scheduled to begin in New York next month.


Paul W.S. Anderson to Direct Volcanic Disaster Flick POMPEII

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: May 2nd, 2011

Paul W.S. Anderson (Resident Evil: Afterlife) has signed on to direct Pompeii, an disaster film set in ancient Rome as Mt. Vesuvius erupts and destroys the titular city.  The vaguely Romanic Constantin Filmwill finance a reportedly large budget as scripted by Lee Batchler and Janet Scott Batchler (Batman Forever). Summit will distribute the film in America with plans to auction off Pompeii to foreign buyers at the Cannes Film Festival later this month.  Pompeii reunites Summit, Constantin, and Anderson after The Three Musketeers.  Anderson is in post-production on Musketeers preparing for release on October 14.  Sources suggest Pompeii will shoot in spring 2012.
Hit the jump more details on the plot.




Saturday, April 30, 2011

**Jeremy Renner Developing Steve McQueen Biopic for Director Ivan Zacharias **New Poster and Images from A GOOD OLD FASHIONED ORGY Starring Jason Sudeikis and Will Forte **David Koepp to Rewrite Jack Ryan Reboot Starring Chris Pine **Ben Kingsley to Join Sacha Baron Cohen in THE DICTATOR

Jeremy Renner Developing Steve McQueen Biopic for Director Ivan Zacharias

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: April 28th, 2011

Jeremy Renner, who will eventually star in every major franchise in Hollywood, has formed his own production company and is in the process of developing a biopic based on “The King of Cool”, actor Steve McQueen.  According to Risky Business, the biopic will be a starring vehicle for Renner with James Gray (Two Lovers) writing the script and commercial director Ivan Zacharias making his feature directing debut on the project.  Gray will base his script off two books by Marshall Terrill: Portrait of an American Rebel and The Life and Legend of a Hollywood Icon.
Hit the jump for my thoughts on the biopic as well as a brief refresher on Renner’s other projects.


New Poster and Images from A GOOD OLD FASHIONED ORGY Starring Jason Sudeikis and Will Forte

by Jason Barr   Posted: April 28th, 2011

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We’ve been sent the one sheet and some images from the upcoming Jason Sudeikis comedy A Good Old Fashioned Orgy. Written/directed by Alex Gregory and Peter Huyck, A Good Old Fashioned Orgy tells the story of a known party animal (Sudeikis) who decides to throw a classic summer orgy at his father’s Hampton residence upon learning that pops is selling the estate. Just typing the above synopsis takes me back to the countless summer nights I spent not participating in orgies in the Hamptons.
In addition to Sudeikis, A Good Old Fashioned Orgy also stars Will Forte, Leslie Bibb, Lake Bell, and Nick Kroll. The film premieres tomorrow night at the Tribeca Film Festival and will be released in select cities this September. Hit the jump to check out the poster, images, and a brief synopsis.



David Koepp to Rewrite Jack Ryan Reboot Starring Chris Pine

by Adam Chitwood   Posted: April 28th, 2011

It looks like Paramount really is serious about getting their Jack Ryan reboot right. The studio has now brought in screenwriter David Koepp (Jurassic Park) to rewrite the script for the franchise reboot starring Chris Pine. Originally, Steven Zaillian, who wrote the script for the Jack Ryan flick Clear and Present Danger, was brought in to rewrite, but he subsequently had a change of heart.
Lost’s Jack Bender is still on board to direct, and Deadline reports that the studio is aiming for a January start-date on the flick, after Pine finishes filming Star Trek 2. The problem with that, though, is that the Star Trek sequel still doesn’t officially have a director. J.J. Abrams is expected to return, but he’s awaiting a final script, which is still being tweaked by Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman and Damon Lindelof. Last we heard, Paramount was hoping to get Star Trek 2 rolling this fall in order to meet the June 29th, 2012 release date, but Pine moving on to the Jack Ryan reboot in January seems a bit premature. We’ll see if all goes according to plan.


Ben Kingsley to Join Sacha Baron Cohen in THE DICTATOR

by Adam Chitwood   Posted: April 28th, 2011

Just yesterday it was reported that a number of actresses were under consideration for a leading female role in the next Sacha Baron Cohen film The Dictator, including Kristen Wiig, Gillian Jacobs and Anna Faris. Now, it looks like Hugo Cabret costar Ben Kingsley will be reteaming with Cohen in the Borat-esque flick. Variety reports that Kingsley will play one of two Middle Eastern characters in the film, with Jason Mantzoukas (The League) in talks to play the other.
Directed by Larry Charles, The Dictator tells the “heroic story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed,” with Cohen playing dual roles as the dictator and a goat herder. Filming is set to begin in May, which explains why casting seems to be heating up at the moment. Expect more announcements sooner rather than later for the comedy. The Dictator is slated for a May 11th, 2012 release.
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**Armie Hammer in Talks to Join Johnny Depp in THE LONE RANGER **Kristen Wiig, Anna Faris and Gillian Jacobs in the Running for Female Lead in THE DICTATOR Opposite Sacha Baron Cohen **Jane Lynch Joins THE THREE STOOGES as Head Nun **David Lindsay-Abaire Adapting His Play GOOD PEOPLE for Focus Features; Frances McDormand to Star

Jane Lynch Joins THE THREE STOOGES as Head Nun

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: April 27th, 2011

Things are moving right along for the Farrelly brothers’ long-gestating The Three Stooges film. After finally locking up their cast with Will Sasso set as Curly, Sean Hayes signed on as Larry, and Chris Diamantopoulos in talks to play Moe, Jane Lynch has just signed on to play the head nun in the film. Deadline reports that Lynch will play Mother Superior in what will presumably be the opening “episode” of the flick. The Farrelly brothers previously mentioned that rather than doing a biopic, The Three Stooges will be comprised of three brand new episodes featuring the lovable characters.
The first episode apparently involves the Stooges’ time at an orphanage, where they (naturally) cause all kinds of kooky havoc and disruption. Cher was previously rumored to be involved with the role, but it looks like the powers-that-be have settled on Lynch. In addition to the aforementioned cast, Sofia Vergara is in talks for a leading female role in the film, though details on her character are unknown at this time. To catch up on the problematic history of the project, click here.


Armie Hammer in Talks to Join Johnny Depp in THE LONE RANGER

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: April 27th, 2011

Merely a week ago, it was reported that Ryan Gosling was working on trying to fit Disney’s The Lone Ranger into his schedule, with the actor eyeing the title role opposite Johnny Depp’s Tonto. After quickly ending the talks, with Gosling unable to work the film around his schedule, we now have another actor in the running for the role: The Social Network’s Armie Hammer.
Deadline reports that Hammer is in early talks to join the project, with Gore Verbinski (the first three Pirates of the Caribbean films) at the helm. The story will supposedly focus on Depp’s Tonto, using him as an “unreliable narrator.” While the prospect of Gosling and Depp bantering in a fun adventure flick was enticing, Hammer seems to be a great choice as well. His fantastic work in The Social Network garnered him enough attention to secure a starring role in Clint Eastwood’s J. Edgar opposite Leonardo DiCaprio, which is currently filming, and the actor is also attached to Tarsem Singh’s Snow White flick.




Kristen Wiig, Anna Faris and Gillian Jacobs in the Running for Female Lead in THE DICTATOR Opposite Sacha Baron Cohen

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: April 27th, 2011

Casting for the next Sacha Baron Cohen film The Dictator is heating up, with producers looking to fill the part of the female lead. Kristen Wiig, Anna Faris and Gillian Jacobs (Community) are among the frontrunners to play opposite Baron Cohen in the Borat-esque comedy. Larry Charles, who also helmed Borat and Bruno, is directing the film which tells the “heroic story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed,” with Cohen playing a dictator who gets lost in the US.
THR reports that Jason Mantzoukas (The League) is already attached to play Cohen’s sidekick in the film. Producers are looking for actors with very strong improvisational skills, and understandably so given the unscripted nature of Borat and Bruno. The report stresses that Cohen and Co. are still looking to fill the female lead role, and it could very well end up going to someone other than Wiig, Faris or Jacobs. Filming is set to begin in May in New York and Morocco for a May 11th, 2012 release date.




David Lindsay-Abaire Adapting His Play GOOD PEOPLE for Focus Features; Frances McDormand to Star

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: April 27th, 2011

David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole) opened Good People last month on Broadway, and he’s in negotiations to cash in the rave reviews for a script deal with Focus Features.  24 Frames hears Frances McDormand is attached to reprise her role as Margie Walsh from the stage production.  Lindsay-Abaire, a Boston native, set the drama in the working-class, predominantly Irish neighborhood Southie.  Margie is a high school dropout and single mother of a mentally disabled daughter who struggles to make ends meet.  Tate Donovan (Damages) plays a successful former classmate of Margie’s — their relationship anchors the class politics explored in the production.  It is not specified if Donovan or other cast members are involved in the talks with Focus; Dan Jinks (Milk) is on board as producer.
Hit the jump for the official synopsis and few clips from the play.
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