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The Academy Kicks Off The 2013 Oscars Outdoors Summer Movie Season On June 5
9 hours ago | WeAreMovieGeeks.com | See recent WeAreMovieGeeks.com news »
For those of you living or heading to the Southern California area this summer, the biggest Movie Geeks in the world (the folks who run the Oscars) have got a treat in store for you under the stars.
Grab the blankets, lawn chairs, your friends and get ready to find a spot on the grass to enjoy The Academy’s 2013 Oscars Outdoors summer movie season. Tickets will be available starting this Wednesday, May 22, at www.oscars.org/outdoors.
The series kicks off with Joss Whedon’s “Much Ado about Nothing,” presented by Kcrw’s “Matt’s Movies,” on Wednesday, June 5. The movie stars Amy Acker, Alexis Denisoff, Clark Gregg, Nathan Fillion, Fran Kranz and Sean Maher, all of whom will join Whedon for a post-screening Q&A moderated by Kcrw’s Matt Holzman.
Academy Nicholl Screenwriting Fellow Destin Cretton’s “Short Term 12” and festival favorite “Twenty Feet from Stardom »
- Michelle McCue
Whedon's Much Ado to Kick Off Academy's Summer Film Series Oscars Outdoors
15 May 2013 6:11 PM, PDT | Alt Film Guide | See recent Alt Film Guide news »
Joss Whedon Much Ado About Nothing: Oscars Outdoors film series Joss Whedon’s Much Ado About Nothing will kick off the 2013 "Oscars Outdoors" summer movie season on Wednesday, June 5 at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ open-air theater in Hollywood. Much Ado About Nothing stars Amy Acker (Alias), Alexis Denisoff (How I Met Your Mother), Clark Gregg (Iron Man), Nathan Fillion (Waitress, Castle), Fran Kranz (Cabin in the Woods) and Sean Maher (The Playboy Club), all of whom are expected to join The Avengers director Joss Whedon for a post-screening Q&A moderated by Kcrw’s Matt Holzman. Oscars Outdoors screening films also include two upcoming releases: Morgan Neville’s documentary about backup singers, Twenty Feet from Stardom (June 6), and Academy Nicholl Screenwriting Fellow Destin Cretton’s relationship drama Short Term 12 (July 20), featuring Brie Larson, John Gallagher Jr., and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2‘s Rami Malek. »
- Andre Soares
Joss Whedon's 'Much Ado About Nothing' to open Oscars Outdoors screening series; See full lineup
15 May 2013 4:03 PM, PDT | EW - Inside Movies | See recent EW.com - Inside Movies news »
It’s much ado about movies at Oscars Outdoors this summer.
The screening series launched by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences last year is returning to Los Angeles this summer, along with some New York screenings in partnership with Rooftop Films Summer Series.
Kicking off this year’s lineup is Joss Whedon’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. The film will screen on Wednesday, June 5, two days ahead of its U.S. release. After the screening, there will be a Q&A with Whedon and cast members Nathan Fillion, Amy Acker, Alexis Denisof, Clark Gregg, »
- Emily Rome
Joss Whedon's 'Much Ado About Nothing' Kicks Off Oscars Summer Screening Series
15 May 2013 3:17 PM, PDT | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
The 2013 Oscars Outdoors summer screening series kicks off with Joss Whedon's "Much Ado about Nothing" on June 5, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday. Stars Amy Acker, Alexis Denisoff, Clark Gregg, Nathan Fillion, Fran Kranz and Sean Maher will join Whedon for a Q&A session following the film. See video: 'Much Ado About Nothing' Trailer: Joss Whedon's Duet With Shakespeare According to Randy Haberkamp, the Academy's managing director of programming, Whdeon and friends are just a few of the "special guests and surprises" planned for the screening series running »
- Greg Gilman
Kristen Connolly boards A Good Marriage
3 May 2013 12:05 AM, PDT | Upcoming-Movies.com | See recent Upcoming-Movies.com news »
Kristen Connolly has joined A Good Marriage based on King's 2010 novella, which is also scripted by King. The story follows a woman (Allen) who learns her husband who sells rare coins, is actually a serial killer. Peter Askin directs and also produces via his Reno Productions, alongside Will Battersby, with shooting taking place in New York. Connolly starred in Drew Goddard's brilliant Cabin in the Woods, scripted by Joss Whedon and Goddard, which also starred Chris Hemsworth, Fran Kranz and Anna Hutchison. She's current playing Christina Gallagher in House of Cards with Kevin Spacey, Robin Wright, Kate Mara and Michael Kelly. »
Upcoming to Netflix Watch Instantly: 'The Cabin in the Woods,' 'Arrested Development' and More
30 April 2013 2:47 PM, PDT | Movies.com | See recent Movies.com news »
Curious to know which movies and TV shows are coming to Netflix Watch Instantly over the next few weeks? Get a head start and mark your calendars using the list below, just released to us by Netflix. Film Avail 5/3 The Cabin in the Woods (2011) – Horror Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, Anna Hutchison, Fran Kranz, Jesse Williams, Richard Jenkins In this surprising spin on a classic horror setup, five friends arrive at a secluded cabin with clear instructions for their anticipated mountain getaway. But when the rigid rules are broken, punishment is swift -- and everyone will pay. Avail 5/7 Hit & Run (2012) – Action Dax Shepard, Kristen Bell, Bradley Cooper, Tom Arnold, Joy Bryant, Kristin Chenoweth...
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- Erik Davis
Summer Movie Preview Guide: June
30 April 2013 12:40 PM, PDT | Cinelinx | See recent Cinelinx news »
This Summer, like all the previous ones before it, is filled to the brim with new films all striving for your attention. It’s understandable that this can be a tad overwhelming and it’s tough to keep up with the many releases happening in such a short period of time. Cinelinx is here to help you with our Summer Preview Guide! We take a look at all the films coming out in June (including trailers, synopsis, and more) in order to prepare you for what’s ahead.
For our May Preview Guide and all of our other Summer 2013 movie coverage be sure to hit the link.
June 7th
Directed By: James DeMonaco
Written By: James DeMonaco
Cast: Lena Headey, Ethan Hawke, and Tony Oller
Official Synopsis: In an America wracked by crime and overcrowded prisons, the government has sanctioned an annual 12-hour period in which any and all criminal activity-including murder-becomes legal. »
- feeds@cinelinx.com (Jordan Maison)
Sharmill Films Acquires Joss Whedon's Much Ado About Nothing For Australia
30 April 2013 12:45 AM, PDT | Twitch | See recent Twitch news »
While the 2013 theatrical release date is yet to be announced, it is great news to confirm that Australians will be privy to Whedon's take on the Bard's play Much Ado About Nothing this year thanks to Sharmill Films.Joss Whedon's (The Avengers, 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer', Cabin in the Woods) acclaimed modern re-telling of the Bard's comedic play stars Whedon film and television regulars Amy Acker ('Buffy', 'Angel'), Clark Gregg (The Avengers), Fran Kranz (Cabin in the Woods) and Nathan Fillion (Firefly, Serenity).Using the original text, adapted by Joss Whedon, the story of sparring lovers Beatrice (Acker) and Benedick (Denisof) offers a dark, sexy, funny and occasionally absurd view of the intricate game that is love.The film premièred at the Toronto International Film Festival and Whedon's take...
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New Trailer For "Much Ado About Nothing"
25 April 2013 8:37 AM, PDT | SneakPeek | See recent SneakPeek news »
Sneak Peek the new UK trailer revealing more of "The Avengers" director Joss Whedon's indie feature "Much Ado About Nothing".
Based on William Shakespeare's play of the same name, the film stars Amy Acker, Alexis Denisof, Nathan Fillion, Clark Gregg, Reed Diamond, Fran Kranz, Sean Maher, Spencer Treat Clark, Riki Lindhome and Ashley Johnson, opening June 7, 2013.
Click the images to enlarge and Sneak Peek "Much Ado About Nothing"...
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- Michael Stevens
New Trailer for Joss Whedon’s Much Ado About Nothing
25 April 2013 4:00 AM, PDT | HeyUGuys.co.uk | See recent HeyUGuys news »
Joss Whedon’s Much Ado About Nothing is all but guaranteed to be my favourite film of the year. I was lucky enough to be at its world premiere at Tiff last year – you can read our five-star review here – and instantly fell in love with it.
The first trailer debuted last month, giving the world a brilliant first look at Whedon’s upcoming adaptation. And now Kaleidoscope have released the new UK trailer, giving us a terrific new look at the highly anticipated drama/comedy.
Leonato (Clark Gregg), the governor of Messina, is visited by his friend Don Pedro (Reed Diamond), who is returning from a victorious campaign against his rebellious brother Don John (Sean Maher). Accompanying Don Pedro are two of his officers: Benedick (Alexis Denisof) and Claudio (Fran Kranz). While in Messina, Claudio falls for Leonato’s daughter Hero (Jillian Morgese), and Benedick verbally spars with Beatrice »
- Kenji Lloyd
New UK Trailer for Joss Whedon's Much Ado About Nothing
24 April 2013 5:05 PM, PDT | GeekTyrant | See recent GeekTyrant news »
Joss Whedon's feature film adaptation of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing has been getting pretty solid reviews. I haven't seen it for myself yet, but I plan on checking it out as soon as I get the chance!
Here's a new UK trailer for the indie movie that been released. Whedon shot the film in less than two weeks while taking a break from making The Avengers.
The movie also has a great cast that includes Clark Gregg (Avengers), Fran Kranz, and Amy Acker (The Cabin in the Woods), along with Nathan Fillion, Alexis Denisof, Jillian Morgese, Sean Maher, and Reed Diamond. Here's the synopsis...
Leonato, the governor of Messina, is visited by his friend Don Pedro who is returning from a victorious campaign against his rebellious brother Don John. Accompanying Don Pedro are two of his officers: Benedick and Claudio. While in Messina, Claudio falls for Leonato’s daughter Hero, »
- Joey Paur
Watch Sean Maher, Amy Acker, Alexis Denisof, more Whedonverse favorites in newest 'Much Ado About Nothing' trailer -- Video
24 April 2013 3:59 PM, PDT | EW - Inside Movies | See recent EW.com - Inside Movies news »
Much Ado About Nothing just got another trailer, this one made for the U.K. The newest peek at Joss Whedon’s take on the beloved Shakespeare comedy spotlights the Bard’s wittiest couple, Benedick and Beatrice – much like the first trailer – though here there’s less merry war and more mountains of affection.
To the tune of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake, Beatrice (Amy Acker) and Benedick (Alexis Denisof) are shown falling for each other – and literally falling down the stairs of Whedon’s house (where the film was made during a 12-day shoot). The trailer gives us more glimpses »
- Emily Rome
New UK Trailer for Joss Whedon’s Much Ado About Nothing
24 April 2013 11:00 AM, PDT | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »
While The Avengers 2 is still very much in the pre-production stage and we haven’t heard much movement recently on the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. TV series, everyone will have their Joss Whedon fix very soon. The UK trailer for his new movie, an adaptation of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, was just released, showing a bit more of the film than the first trailer. Much Ado tells the story of two stubborn individuals, Beatrice and Benedick, and their haphazard journey to finding love with each other that involves a ridiculous amount of deception and wit. This one gives glimpses into the interwoven drama with jabs of comedy Whedon is more known for, and I for one am very excited to see him take on an updated but understated version of this classic. I like that he’s kept the original text, but is »
- Bryce Fallon
Joss Whedon's 'Much Ado About Nothing' releases UK trailer - video
23 April 2013 6:35 AM, PDT | Digital Spy | See recent Digital Spy - Movie News news »
A new trailer for Much Ado About Nothing has been released.
Joss Whedon's modern-day take on William Shakespeare's 1598 comedy stars former Angel actors Alexis Denisof and Amy Acker as sparring lovers Beatrice and Benedick.
Released exclusively through Digital Spy, the trailer features several more actors who have a history with Whedon, including Nathan Fillion as buffoonish police chief Dogberry, Sean Maher as the villainous Don John and Clark Gregg as Leonato.
The idea for the adaptation came out of Whedon's regular brunch ritual, wherein he would invite regular collaborators - including Denisof, Acker and Fillion - over to his house for recitals of Shakespeare plays.
The film was shot in 12 days at locations in and around Whedon's Santa Monica home.
Reed Diamond, Fran Kranz, Tom Lenk and Ashley Johnson round out the supporting cast.
Much Ado About Nothing will be released on June 14 in the UK. »
"The Good Wife" recap (4.21): Labors of Love
22 April 2013 11:39 AM, PDT | AfterEllen.com | See recent AfterEllen.com news »
Tags: The Good WifeThe Good Wife recapstelevisiontelevision recapsIMDbMamie GummerStockard Channing
This week’s Good Wife didn’t provide us with enough lady love, but it did include Alicia getting some of her moral compass back, as well as some interesting speculation on Kalinda’s future. It begins with an Alicia family reunion at a funeral for someone none of them really knew, which I enjoy. Not because of the funeral part, but because Alicia and Momma Channing and Gay Brother Owen all together is one of my favorite things. They’re more natural in a lovingly dysfunctional way than Alicia’s stilted relationship with her own kids could ever be.
Thanks for dragging me to this funeral of a stranger, Mom. (Anytime!)
Turns out Momma Channing has actually corralled Alicia there to meet the deceased’s wife and co-workers, who are all coders at some tech company that is screwing them over real hard. »
- daffodilly
Happy 420 - Our Top 5 Favorite Stoners in Horror
20 April 2013 8:00 AM, PDT | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
It only happens once a year officially, but any devoted pothead will tell you that 420 happens at least once a day. For the uninitiated, 420 is a term used primarily in North America that refers to the consumption of cannabis and, by extension, a way to identify oneself with cannabis subculture.
Man, that sounded kinda smart, no? Anyway, observances based on the number 420 include smoking pot around the time 4:20 p.m. (and/or 4:20 a.m.) as well as on today's date, April 20th (4/20). In celebration of the wacky stoners who have died (or sometimes lived) in some of our favorite horror flicks, we present to you our Top 5. There would have been 10, but our short-term memory sucks lately.
Please note we're not gonna go with the obvious choices from movies like Evil Bong, Idle Hands, or the first two Scary Movie flicks and their ilk. After all, those flicks »
- Uncle Creepy
19th Bradford International Film Festival - Much Ado About Nothing (2012)
17 April 2013 12:03 PM, PDT | Flickeringmyth | See recent Flickeringmyth news »
Much Ado About Nothing, 2012.
Directed by Joss Whedon.
Starring Nathan Fillion, Clark Gregg, Ashley Johnson, Alexis Denisof, Amy Acker, Fran Kranz, Sean Maher, Riki Lindhome and Spencer Treat Clark.
Synopsis:
A modern retelling of Shakespeare's classic comedy about two pairs of lovers with different takes on romance and a way with words.
You probably know the story by now. Post-Avengers shoot and pre-Avengers edit, Joss Whedon had some two weeks spare. Ignoring the burden of the expectation-laden behemoth on his hands, Whedon decided to use that time to shoot a version of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. With his friends, at his house, over 12 days. As anyone would.
That the film was made in such a casual manner is its key strength. This is contemporary Shakespeare done right, not overly-reverential and with a sense of something most adaptations don’t possess: fun. Whedon outdoes the likes of Baz Luhrmann »
- Flickering Myth
Casting: Murphy, Goldwyn, Reed, O'Connell
16 April 2013 3:23 AM, PDT | Dark Horizons | See recent Dark Horizons news »
Cillian Murphy has joined the cast of Wally Pfister‘s directorial debut "Transcendence". Johnny Depp plays a scientist whose consciousness is uploaded after his physical form is killed.
Murphy plays one of the three lead roles, the remaining one being played by Paul Bettany. Murphy has previously worked with Pfister on the four of the last five most recent Christopher Nolan films. [Source: Latino Review]
Tony Goldwyn ("Scandal," "Ghost") has joined the cast of the film adaptation of Veronica Roth's young adult novel "Divergent" at Liongate's Summit Entertainment.
Goldwyn will portray Andrew, the father of Shailene Woodley's lead character Tris Prior. The project is currently filming in Chicago. [Source: Screen]
Murder of a Cat
Nikki Reed has joined the cast of Gillian Greene-Raimi's black comedy "Murder of a Cat" as a character named Greta.
The darkly comic noir follows a guy trying to unravel the mystery around the murder of his pet cat. »
- Garth Franklin
Casting Net: Tom Cruise attached to star in 'Yukikaze'; Plus, Kate Upton is the other woman, more
15 April 2013 6:42 PM, PDT | EW - Inside Movies | See recent EW.com - Inside Movies news »
• Tom Cruise is attached to star in an adaptation of Chohel Kamayashi’s Japanese sci-fi series Yukikaze. In the first book, when a porthole to another dimension opens up over Antarctica, hostile aliens (known as the Jam) start pouring through and a special combat force is created to force the Jam back through the porthole. The story revolves around Second Lieutenant Rei Fukai, who must travel solo through the passageway to gather as much information on the Jam as he can. “Yukikaze” refers to the call sign for his fighter plane, his only companion. Warner Bros. acquired the series and »
- Lindsey Bahr
Nikki Reed Joins Murder of a Cat
15 April 2013 2:14 PM, PDT | MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news »
The Twilight Saga star Nikki Reed has joined the cast of Murder of a Cat.
Fran Kranz stars as a young man who investigates the death of his beloved cat, when he learns that his pet was leading a double life with another owner. No details were given for Nikki Reed's character, but she joins a cast that also includes Greg Kinnear and J.K. Simmons.
Gillian Greene, the wife of Sam Raimi, will make her directorial debut, working from a 2010 Black List screenplay by Christian Magalhaes and Robert Snow. Sam Raimi is producing alongside Molly Hassell. No production schedule was given.
Nikki Reed will next be seen in Pawn and Empire State.
Murder of a Cat comes to theaters in 2014 and stars Greg Kinnear, Fran Kranz, J.K. Simmons, Nikki Reed. The film is directed by Gillian Greene. »
- MovieWeb
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