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Oldboy Remake Gets Pushed Back Two Weeks, Endless Love Gets New Release Date
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Here are the latest release dates for the following films: Oldboy - The Spike Lee-directed remake of Chan-wook Park's revenge thriller stars Josh Brolin, Elizabeth Olsen and Sharlto Copley, and will now open two weeks later on October 25th. Endless Love - Shana Feste's remake of the 1981 film stars Alex Pettyfer and Gabriella Wilde. The picture will open on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2014. Release dates courtesy of Box Office Mojo. »
- Dave Trumbore
Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy Talk Before Midnight, Deleted Scenes, Fan Expectations, Their Writing Process, Improv, and More
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Opening in limited release this weekend is one of the best films you’re going to see this year: Before Midnight, director Richard Linklater’s follow-up to Before Sunrise and Before Sunset. The new film takes place 18 years after Before Sunrise and 9 years after Before Sunset, and sees Celine (Julie Delpy) and Jesse (Ethan Hawke) navigating married life on a trip to Greece. Like the previous films, it’s a lot of walking and talking, but it absolutely works because of the intimate and lived-in chemistry between the lead actors, who also co-wrote the film with Linklater. I can honestly say this is one of the best films I’ve seen in a long time, and even if you haven’t seen the previous films, you should see it when it comes to a theater near you. The other day, I landed an video interview with Hawke and Delpy here in Los Angeles. »
- Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub
Amanda Seyfried Talks Epic, Awkward Non-Dialogue Voice Work, Tricks for Working in a Sound Booth, Z For Zachariah, and More
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The moment you’re famous enough that your voice becomes recognizable, the animated movie offers must come pouring in, but even after years of being in the spotlight, Epic only marks Amanda Seyfried’s very first foray into the world of voice work. She plays Mary Katherine, the daughter of Professor Bomba (voiced by Jason Sudeikis) who’s essentially given up everything for an obsessive pursuit to prove that there are tiny warriors living in the forest. Like everyone else, Mk isn’t buying it, but when Queen Tara (voiced by Beyonce Knowles) has no choice but to shrink Mk down to Leaf Man size so she can help save the forest, Mk realizes her father’s been right all along. With Epic on its way to a May 24th release, Seyfried sat down in New York City to talk about making the film and more. We ran through what drew her to the project, »
- Perri Nemiroff
Amanda Seyfried Stars in While We’Re Young; Gael Garcia Bernal to Lead Jon Stewart’s Directorial Debut, Rosewater; Paddy Considine Considers Child 44
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Here's today's latest casting news: Amanda Seyfried (Les Miserables) will join the cast of the Noah Baumbach-directed midlife crisis comedy, While We’re Young. Gael Garcia Bernal (The Motorcycle Diaries) will lead Jon Stewart's directorial debut, Rosewater. Paddy Considine (The Bourne Ultimatum) is in talks to star in Child 44, Daniel Espinosa's adaptation of the Tom Rob Smith Soviet-era novel. Hit the jump for more on each casting announcement. The Wrap reports that Seyfried will join Ben Stiller, Naomi Watts and Adam Driver in While We're Young. The picture centers on a married couple (Stiller and Watts) that strike up an unlikely friendship with a free-spirited younger couple (Driver and Seyfried), the latter of whom makes homemade ice cream. Seyfried will be heard in this weekend's animated film Epic. She's currently filming Seth MacFarlane's A Million Ways to Die in the West and has recently signed »
- Dave Trumbore
8 New Images from the Set of Godzilla Reveal Rampant Destruction and Fleeing Schoolchildren
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Some new set photos from Gareth Edwards' Godzilla reboot have popped up. As expected in a giant rampaging monster movie, the images show scenes of wanton destruction of a small Japanese fishing village and what appears to be schoolchildren fleeing from said monster. Unfortunately, our only look at the title monster is a giant blue screen that towers over the set. Be sure to check out previous galleries of set photos here, here and here. Godzilla stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Elizabeth Olsen, Juliette Binoche, David Strathairn, Bryan Crantson, Ken Watanabe, and Richard T. Jones and opens in 3D on May 16, 2014. See the images after the jump. Check out the new images below (via Cbm): [gallery link="file" order="Desc" columns="1"] Click here for all our Godzilla coverage or browse the recent links below: New Behind-the-Scenes Image from Godzilla Shows the Monster’s Path of Destruction First Look at Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Godzilla Plus More Behind-the-Scenes »
- Dave Trumbore
MGM to Adapt Ben Karlin’s Things I’Ve Learned From Women Who’Ve Dumped Me
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MGM has picked up the rights to Ben Karlin's humorous anthology, Things I've Learned from Women Who've Dumped Me. The book is collection of essays from celebrated comedians including Stephen Colbert, Patton Oswalt, Larry David, Will Forte, and Andy Richter as well as best-selling authors/columnists Dan Savage, A.J. Jacobs, and many more. It's a very funny and surprisingly touching book where the authors' talent for self-deprecation and insight shines through. According to Deadline, Kyle Pennenkamp & Scott Turpel (the upcoming Get a Job) will write the script, which will cull the book "for the ingredients to a male-oriented comedy." That phrase has me a bit worried since the essays aren't misogynistic and can appeal to both genders. Hit the jump for a synopsis of the book. Karlin co-wrote and produced the upcoming comedy A.C.O.D. (click here for my review from Sundance), and is currently a co-executive producer on Modern Family. »
- Matt Goldberg
Fast & Furious 6 Review
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Fast & Furious 6 is a machine running close to peak performance. The Fast & Furious franchise has been stripped down and rebuilt through six iterations. It's gone from racing to revenge to a heist and now it's forced to find its own identity. After finding a good group of characters and upping the stakes in the action scenes, there's finally a level of confidence instead of simply watching fast cars drive around. The new movie struts into the room and proudly proclaims, "If we're going to be goofy and loud, we're going to be the goofiest, loudest movie we can be!" It's almost admirable in its own twisted way. After four films, Justin Lin's direction has finally matched the ambition of his set pieces, and aside from indulging in the "family is everything" treacle, Fast & Furious 6 is easily the best film in the franchise yet. After stealing a vault full of money in Fast Five, »
- Matt Goldberg
Trailer for Joshua Oppenheimer’s Brilliant and Disturbing The Act Of Killing
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The best film I've seen so far this year is Joshua Oppenheimer's The Act of Killing. Produced by Werner Herzog and Errol Morris, the documentary focuses on executioners from 1965-66 Indonesia who were allowed to murder practically anyone they wanted, and are still treated as heroes today. Because of their utter lack of remorse, Oppenheimer asks them to direct recreations of their atrocities. The trailer hints at the dark and twisted plot without giving away too much. But even by showing scenes from near the end of the movie, this is a film that can't be spoiled. No trailer can recreate the absolutely chilling experience of watching this documentary. Hit the jump to check out the trailer, and click here to read my review from SXSW. The Act of Killing opens July 19th. Via The Film Stage. Here's the official synopsis for The Act of Killing: In this chilling and inventive documentary, »
- Matt Goldberg
Oz The Great And Powerful Producer Picks up Rights for The School Of Good And Evil
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Producer Joe Roth does enjoy his fairy-tale reimaginings. His recent films including Alice in Wonderland, Snow White and the Huntsman, Oz the Great and Powerful, and the upcoming Maleficent, which is the tale of Sleeping Beauty told from the villain's perspective. Since Alice and Oz were both monster hits, it's not surprise that Roth is now planning another fairy-tale* movie. According to Deadline, Roth has picked up the rights for Soman Chainani's new young adult novel, The School for Good and Evil. The story takes place in a school where students are chosen and trained to become heroes or villains. The beautiful Sophie expects to be a princess in the School for Good while her homely best friend Agatha readies herself to be a witch in the School for Evil. But when they arrive, their roles are reversed. It sounds like a fun premise that's reminiscent of the opening of Wicked. »
- Matt Goldberg
Evan Peters to Play Quicksilver in X-men: Days Of Future Past; What Does This Mean for The Avengers 2?
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Though production is already well underway on director Bryan Singer’s sequel X-Men: Future Past in Canada, a late addition to the cast has been made. Singer announced today on Twitter that American Horror Story star Evan Peters will play Quicksilver in the star-studded superhero pic, though this may make things quite complicated for Marvel’s The Avengers 2. In comics lore, Quicksilver is a mutant capable of moving and thinking at superhuman speeds. He also happens to be the son of Magneto, along with his twin sister Scarlet Witch. While this is certainly a fascinating cast addition to the time-bending X-Men: Days of Future Past, it could very well affect Marvel’s Avengers sequel as Joss Whedon only recently revealed that he’s written both Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch into his script. Hit the jump for more. Here’s how Singer broke the news of Peters’ casting and »
- Adam Chitwood
New Posters for World War Z, Pacific Rim, and The Conjuring
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New posters have been released for World War Z, Pacific Rim, and The Conjuring. Starting with World War Z, Paramount seems determined to make sure that no zombies are shown in the marketing beyond a faceless hoard. This new poster also copies the previous one, and so we're stuck with a handsome guy looking over devastation. Is that enough to get people interested? Moving on to Pacific Rim, it's a giant robot about to take a nasty-looking blade to a giant monster. It's easy to understand, and easy to like. Finally, the UK poster for The Conjuring is sadly generic and rests on the power of a creepy doll. This could be used for countless horror movies. Hit the jump to check out the posters. World War Z opens in 3D on June 21st. Pacific Rim opens in 3D on July 12th. The Conjuring opens July 19th. Via Paramount Pictures. »
- Matt Goldberg
Steven Soderbergh to Direct and Produce Cinemax Series The Knick Starring Clive Owen
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So much for retirement. Much has been made over the past year or so about the fact that filmmaker Steven Soderbergh would be taking a self-imposed hiatus from directing after the release of his Liberace film Behind the Candelabra. While Candelabra premieres on HBO this Sunday, it appears that Soderbergh is already coming out of “retirement” to direct a new TV series for Cinemax. The filmmaker will helm 10 episodes of a period series called The Knick, which will star Clive Owen and takes place in New York in 1900. Hit the jump for more. While some may see this move as Soderbergh reneging on his retirement comments, technically he’s not going back to directing feature films. Apparently his plan is to stay out of the feature game for a while. Regardless, Soderbergh can do whatever the hell he wants; if his artistic voice is coming back to the public in any way, »
- Adam Chitwood
First Clip from Monsters University
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Pixar has released the first clip from Monsters University. The Revenge of the Nerds-esque story finds Mike (Billy Crystal) and Sully (John Goodman) joining a fraternity of outcasts as all of the Greek houses must compete against each other in the Scare Games, which carry dire consequences for the losers. The clip shows the roommates Mike and Sulley and how their bunk-bed situation has led to an awkward first moment involving shedding and humble stable boys. It's cute and funny, and it's a hopeful sign for the rest of the picture. Hit the jump to check out the clip. The film also features the voices of Steve Buscemi, Helen Mirren, John Krasinski, Nathan Fillion, Bonnie Hunt, Dave Foley, Sean Hayes, Joel Murray, Peter Sohn, Aubrey Plaza, Tyler Labine, Bobby Moynihan, Julie Sweeney, Alfred Molina, Beth Behrs, and of course, John Ratzenberger. Monsters University opens in 3D on June 21, 2013. Click over to Yahoo! »
- Matt Goldberg
Director Todd Phillips Talks The Hangover Part III, the Evolution of the Series, Deleted Scenes, and More; Reveals Plans for Ultimate Hangover Box Set
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With director Todd Phillips’ comedy sequel The Hangover Part III opening this week, I recently sat down with him for an extended interview. In the final installment to the popular franchise, we find Stu (Helms), Phil (Cooper), and Doug (Justin Bartha) en route to taking Alan (Galifianakis) to a psychiatric hospital when the gang is side-trekked by a mysterious man (John Goodman) who kidnaps Doug and forces the wolf pack to track down Mr. Chow (Ken Jeong), who stole $21 million from Goodman’s character. As you might expect, chaos ensues. For more on the film, watch the red band trailer or check out over forty images. During the interview, Phillips and screenwriter Craig Mazin talked about his first cut versus the theatrical release, deleted scenes, what can fans expect on the Blu-ray, what it's like working for Warner Bros. and the creative freedom he's allowed, the writing process, how the story changed, »
- Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub
Watch: Jon Favreau’s Live-Action Trailer for New Bungie Game Destiny
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Xbox unveiled its brand new game console earlier this week, and as part of the announcement, a new game from Bungie and Activision was teased. The team behind Halo is launching a new franchise called Destiny, and a live-action trailer for the game has been released online. In the world of the game, the hero is a Guardian of the last safe city on Earth following the arrival of “the Traveler.” This live-action/CG trailer, directed by Jon Favreau, stars Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad, Revolution) as a Guardian of the City who is recalling an important life lesson he once learned. The trailer essentially gives Favreau the chance to make the Star Wars film he never could, but I’m interested to see more from the game. Hit the jump to watch the trailer. Gameplay from Destiny will be unveiled at the E3 press conference on June 10th. Head over »
- Adam Chitwood
Will Forte Says He’s Locking Himself in a Room on June 10th to Write MacGruber 2
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I've come to the conclusion that MacGruber 2 is the new Anchorman 2. It's the sequel we'll want for years and years, but the studio will keep waiting to see if the cult fanbase is big enough to warrant a greenlight (or if there's an empty spot in their calendar). It's also worth noting that Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy made waaaaaay more money than MacGruber. But Will Forte can look forward to being asked about MacGruber 2 every time he does an interview, and he still seems fairly optimistic about the possibility. In April, he said "there will be some form" of the sequel, and now he tells Rolling Stone, "June 10th my writing partners John Solomon, Jorma Taccone, and I are locking ourselves in a room and writing it." Forte also told Rolling Stone there have been discussions about bringing back Kristen Wiig and Ryan Phillippe. Of course, last June, »
- Matt Goldberg
New Mystery, New Characters and New Trailer for AMC’s ‘The Killing’ Season 3 (Sponsored)
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Can't get enough of AMC's The Killing? Then enjoy this ominous new trailer for the Season 3, which hints at a new mystery involving a gruesome string of murders, new faces including Peter Sarsgaard as a menacing death row inmate, and, of course, both Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder as our favorite mismatched detective duo. Be sure to tune in on Sunday, June 2 and 8/7c on AMC to see what sleep-deprivation-inducing cliffhangers are in store for the new season. Hit the jump to watch. [This article is sponsored content.] For more on The Killing, visit the AMC site, or their Facebook and Twitter pages. »
- David Lane
Wednesday TV Ratings: Modern Family and Chicago Fire Finales Down; Nashville and Criminal Minds Rise
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Wednesday evening’s TV ratings are in. Here’s a rundown of the night’s original scripted programming: The season finale of ABC’s Modern Family garnered a 3.6 rating and 9.92 million viewers, down 3% from last week’s episode and down 12% from last year’s season finale. Elsewhere on ABC, The Middle hit a 2.0 rating and 7.53 million viewers for a rise of 5% from last week and even with last year’s finale, and the season one finale of Nashville scored a 1.9 rating and 6.07 million viewers, up 12% from last week’s 1.7 rating. On CBS, the two-hour season finale of Criminal Minds notched a 2.7 rating and 10.8 million viewers, rising 4% from last week’s 2.6 rating but down a whopping 25% from last year’s season finale 3.6 rating. Finally, on NBC Law & Order: Svu’s season finale hit a 1.6 rating and 6.68 million viewers for a rise of 7% from last week’s episode and a drop of »
- Adam Chitwood
New Trailer for Ron Howard’s Rush Has a Need for Speed
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A new trailer has been released for Ron Howard's racing drama, Rush. The film takes place in the world of Formula One racing, and chronicles the 1970s rivalry between Austrian driver Niki Lauda (Daniel Brühl) and British driver James Hunt (Chris Hemsworth). The previous trailer basically showed the entire movie, but thankfully this one focuses on the speed of F1 racing and aggressiveness of the drivers. Clearly, the movie won't shy away from the personal drama of the lead characters, but I'm curious to see how Howard has handled the intensity of the racing scenes. Judging by this trailer, he's done a bang-up job. Hit the jump to check out the trailer. The film also stars Olivia Wilde. Rush opens September 20th. Here’s the official synopsis for Rush: Set against the sexy and glamorous golden age of Formula 1 racing, Rush portrays the exhilarating true story of two »
- Matt Goldberg
Chris Pine Talks Star Trek Into Darkness, the Nature of the Villain, The Future of the Franchise, and More
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With Star Trek Into Darkness now playing around the world, our partners at Omelete recently sat down with Chris Pine. During the interview, he talked about his favorite thing about the franchise and what it means to him, where he thinks Star Trek should go next, the challenges of shooting the sequel, the friendship between Kirk and Spock relative to the relationships with his fellow actors, and a lot more. Hit the jump to watch. Star Trek Into Darkness also stars Zachary Quinto, Zoe Saldana, Karl Urban, Simon Pegg, Anton Yelchin, John Cho, Bruce Greenwood, Peter Weller, and Alice Eve. The film is now playing in IMAX 3D and in 2D and 3D. Chris Pine Time Index: 0:20 – Reveals his favorite thing about Star Trek. 1:05 – Talks about what it means to him to be part of the Star Trek franchise. 2:20 – Comments on the friendship between Kirk and Spock »
- Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub
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