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Baz Luhrmann Passed on Directing 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone'
24 May 2013 12:27 PM, PDT
While promoting his latest interpretation of a classic work, “The Great Gatsby,” director Baz Luhrmann revealed that he once had a chance to adapt an even more lucrative feature: “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.” During an interview on Britain's “The Graham Norton Show,” Luhrmann discussed how after he directed Warner Bros.'s “Romeo + Juliet,” the studio approached him with an offer to helm the first “Harry Potter” film. Luhrmann admitted that since he was unfamiliar with Rowling's then fairly new books -- and in the midst of planning his next feature -- he turned down the job. “The first one came along and they rang me, and while I love the pictures and the books now, then I thought, ‘What's that?' And said, ‘Well that sounds interesting, but I'm thinking of doing a reinvention of the modern musical,' and that was ‘Moulin Rouge,'” Luhrmann said. “So I'm an obvious idiot, »
- Katie Roberts
Someone Just Paid $1.5 Million to Sit Next to Leonardo DiCaprio in Space
24 May 2013 11:53 AM, PDT
One-and-a-half million dollars can buy you a lot: a nice house, a few cars, a trip to outer space with Leonardo DiCaprio. Wait, what? At last night's (May 23) amFAR charity auction at the Cannes Film Festival, an unnamed bidder payed that hefty sum for a seat next to "The Great Gatsby" star on a Virgin Galactic trip, according to People. Virgin CEO Richard Branson's "Galactic" venture will send tourists into space for the first time. People also reports that, a few minutes later, emcee Sharon Stone convinced another daring couple to shell out $2.3 million for two seats on the same flight. All three bidders will spend three days with DiCaprio training for the flight in Texas, and will then strap themselves in next to the actor on the space flight. According to Us, DiCaprio is not the first star to join the journey -- in March 2012, Ashton Kutcher became »
- Dana Taddeo
Tim Curry Is Fine After Suffering a Massive Stroke: Report
24 May 2013 10:40 AM, PDT
Beloved British actor Tim Curry is reportedly recovering well after suffering a massive stroke at his Los Angeles home Thursday night. Representatives for the 67-year-old star of such cult classics as “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and “Clue” said Curry was “doing great” following the incident. “He absolutely can speak and is recovering at this time and in great humor,” said his longtime agent Marcia Hurwitz, refuting suggestions that the collapse had affected Curry's ability to communicate. Britain's the Daily Mail reports that Curry had previously suffered from debilitating asthma attacks following a chest infection. Those health concerns forced him to pull out of a London production of “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead” in 2011. [via The Daily Mail h/t The Wrap] »
- Katie Roberts
Tom Cruise Exits 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' for 'Mission Impossible 5'
24 May 2013 10:30 AM, PDT
Well, this is something of a surprise: According to Deadline, Tom Cruise has exited Warner Bros.' high-profile big-screen version of ‘60s spy show “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.,” which is co-starring Armie Hammer and being directed by Guy Ritchie. The project was previously being overseen by Steven Soderbergh, potentially as his final movie before retirement, with George Clooney set to star in the part that Cruise just vacated. Clooney's back injury, sustained during the filming of “Syriana,” kept him from doing such a physical role, and after that Soderbergh had trouble finding a suitable replacement that the studio was happy with, so he quietly left the project. It picked up steam again when Ritchie and his “Sherlock Holmes” producing partner Lionel Wigram were handed the film. Cruise would have played Napoleon Solo, a character originated in the series by Robert Vaughn. Hammer will still play Illya Kuryakin, a Russian agent. »
- Drew Taylor
'Now You See Me': Isla Fisher, Mark Ruffalo Celebrate the Magical Film in L.A. (Photos)
24 May 2013 10:19 AM, PDT
There were no magic tricks yesterday at a special screening of "Now You See Me" -- just the smiling faces of the movie's stars. Isla Fisher, Mark Ruffalo, Jesse Eisenberg, and Dave Franco were all on hand for the event in L.A., where attendees got a sneak peek of their magical heist film. Fisher, who brought her mom along as her date, looked beautiful in a printed mini-dress. Ruffalo tended to the crowd at the ArcLight Theater in Hollywood, signing autographs and posing for pictures. "Now You See Me" follows a group of Las Vegas illusionists who pull off a series of heists, much to the dismay of a dumbfounded FBI group investing the magical crew. The magicians act as modern-day Robin Hoods, stealing from corrupt business leaders during their shows and handing out the profits to their audiences. Woody Harrelson and Morgan Freeman also star. Check out the photos below, »
- Dana Taddeo
"Fast & Furious 6" vs. "The Hangover: Part III": Which Movie Should You See? (Video)
24 May 2013 8:42 AM, PDT
This Memorial Day weekend marks the release of two anticipated installments from two very different franchises. The adrenaline-pumping actioner "Fast & Furious 6," and the debauchery-ridden comedy "The Hangover: Part III" will battle it out at the box office, begging the question, "Who will come out on top at the end of the long holiday weekend?" Well, Moviefone may just have your answer. Mr. Moviefone (aka Russ Leatherman) and our (pajama-clad) Editor-in-Chief, Tim Hayne, joined HuffPost Live host Jacob Soboroff to discuss this weekend's contenders, and how they stack up against each other and their respective predecessors. Check out this week's Moviefone Live above! »
- Dana Taddeo
'Fast and Furious 6' Review: 10 Things You Should Know About the Action-Packed Sequel
24 May 2013 8:02 AM, PDT
This weekend, the sixth (!) installment of the "Fast and Furious" franchise tears into theaters nationwide. In this entry, Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and Brian O'Connor (Paul Walker) are brought out of retirement by Hobbs (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson) to help stop a terrorist (Luke Evans) who utilizes fast cars in his heists. If you thought that "Fast Five" was crazy awesome, just wait until you see this movie -- the already loose approximation of physics is pushed even further. It's insane, and so enjoyable. But, if you're unsure about jumping into "Fast and Furious 6" without reading the instruction manual first, then here's a guide to 10 things to know about the film. Buckle up. It's going to be a wild ride. 1. It Might Be a Good Idea to Brush Up on Your 'Fast and Furious' History "Fast and Furious 6" represents a culmination, not just of the mini-trilogy, which started »
- Drew Taylor
'After Earth' Unscripted: Will and Jaden Smith on Filming With Deadly Snakes & On-Set Parenting (Video)
24 May 2013 7:34 AM, PDT
Sometimes, parents just don't understand -- but in this case, they do. Will and Jaden Smith have proven themselves to be a dynamic on-screen duo, but their father-son chemistry is evident off set, as well. In the latest episode of Unscripted, the "After Earth" stars take on the questions you sent in, and we learn their special nicknames for each other, how they grew closer on set, and how Jaden got stuck in the middle of a deadly snake circle (hint: he blames his dad). In "After Earth," Will and Jaden play Cypher (Will) and Kitai (Jaden), a father and son (obviously) who crash land on Earth 1,000 years after a cataclysmic disaster forced humans to flee the planet. Because Cypher is seriously injured, Kitai needs to set out alone on the feral planet to find help. Watch the adorable episode of Unscripted above, and see the duo in action when »
- Dana Taddeo
'Epic' Director Chris Wedge on Why He Almost Brought the Movie to Pixar and the Film's 'Gladiator' Influences
24 May 2013 6:46 AM, PDT
This weekend, "Epic," an animated, well, epic that concerns a human girl (Amanda Seyfried) who is shrunk down to microscopic size, hits theaters. It's an amazing romp -- just as impressive as any of the big budget action movies of the summer, but sweeter and more gorgeously rendered. Featuring an all-star cast that includes Colin Farrell, Josh Hutcherson, Steven Tyler, Aziz Ansari, Chris O'Dowd, Beyonce, and Jason Sudeikis, "Epic" is the kind of movie you can take your children too and still be breathlessly entertained. We got to chat with the film's director, Chris Wedge about how he almost left and took the project to Pixar, action movies that inspired the film, and what it was like working with famous composer Danny Elfman. Moviefone: You almost left and took this movie to Pixar. What happened there? It's not a story any of us like to dwell on but it took »
- Drew Taylor
Quicksilver in 'X-Men: Days of Future Past': Evan Peters Cast as Magneto's Son
23 May 2013 12:22 PM, PDT
Looks like Joss Whedon will be following Bryan Singer's lead after all: Singer just announced that Quicksilver will appear in “X-Men: Days of Future Past.” Whedon first teased the possibility of using twins Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch in his follow-up to “The Avengers” back in April, confirming the news earlier this month. At the time, there was some speculation that the duo could theoretically also pop up in “Days of Future Past,” since both Fox and Disney own the rights to the villains-turned-heroes. Now, Singer's announcement on Twitter Thursday that Evan Peters (“Kick Ass”) has been cast to play the superfast Quicksilver has turned that probability into a certainty.
Before he was an #Avenger, he was just a Really fast kid. Thrilled to say #EvanPeters is joining #XMen #DaysOfFuturePast as #Quicksilver.
— Bryan Singer (@BryanSinger) May 23, 2013 Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch are the children of “X-Men” villain Magneto, and first appear »
- Katie Roberts
'Poltergeist' Reboot May Actually Be a Sequel
23 May 2013 11:19 AM, PDT
A remake of ‘80s cult horror classic “Poltergeist” was announced in 2011, but not much information about the project had been scared up until now. What was once thought to be a complete reboot might instead be a sequel, if two recent reports are to be believed. Earlier this week, Bloody Disgusting posted a short synopsis of the movie, which would follow a similar trajectory to the original, focusing this time on the Bowen family (the Freelings were featured in the original) and their young daughter, Madison, who's abducted by the titular ghosts. Like the original, a team of paranormal investigators would be recruited to help bring Madison home; in the new version, the family matriarch can also communicate with the dead. But while that summary certainly sounds like a direct remake of the first “Poltergeist” film, Moviehole posted some additional plot details a few days later that seem to indicate »
- Katie Roberts
Brad Pitt Shocks Fans at 'World War Z' Screening (Video)
23 May 2013 11:09 AM, PDT
Fans settling in for a screening of "World War Z" got a very exciting, non-zombie-related surprise: Brad Pitt. The movie's star popped in on the screening in Hoboken, NJ, and was met with applause and cheers from the crowd. Earlier in the day, Pitt attended another screening for the sci-fi zombie flick in New York at the Museum of Modern Art. The actor was sans fiancee Angelina Jolie, who just revealed she had a preventative double mastectomy, but was surrounded by his A-list friends at the Moma, according to People. Bruce Willis, Morgan Freeman, and Kevin Bacon were reportedly on-hand, among others. But, according to People, Pitt was more concerned with his trip to Jersey than with impressing his famous pals: "They said we got to do a showing in the city and I said okay, but we can't do it without showing it to the people who we made the film for, »
- Dana Taddeo
'Rush' Trailer: Death Is Something That Happens to Other People
23 May 2013 10:47 AM, PDT
This fall Ron Howard, who is no stranger to based-on-a-true-story movies ("Apollo 13," "A Beautiful Mind," "Frost/Nixon," "Splash" -- wait, no, not "Splash"), will once again tackle a true-life tale in "Rush," a film about the life of British Formula 1 racecar driver James Hunt (played by Thor himself, Chris Hemsworth). In the newest trailer, Hemsworth sets things up nicely: "There's a lie that all drivers tell themselves -- that death is something that happens to other people. That's how you find the courage to get in the car in the first place. But more powerful than fear itself is the will to win." Most of the movie is centered around Hunt's rivalry with Niki Lauda (played by Daniel Bruhl from "Inglourious Basterds"), an Australian racecar driver. And by the looks of things, it gets pretty heated, on and off the track. "Rush" has an exemplary creative team behind the scenes, »
- Drew Taylor
Comedy Movie Blunders: 16 of the Worst 'Oops' Moments From the Genre (Photos)
23 May 2013 10:22 AM, PDT
We don't love classics comedies like "Anchorman," "Animal House," and "Airplane" for their flawless story-lines or great character development, we love them because they are hilarious. The characters usually get themselves into ridiculous situations, like fatal street fights with rival news teams, for example. So, it's Ok for our favorite comedies to have a few flaws, right? Not exactly. As with any other movie, filmmakers make mistakes during shooting and editing -- a reappearing, then disappearing plate here, a visible stunt wire there. No one's perfect, after all. But, some blunders are just too blatant to ignore, so we decided to point them out for you. You're welcome. Take a look below at what we think are some of the worst "oops" moments from some very funny movies. As usual, all photos are courtesy of moviemistakes.com. »
- Dana Taddeo
Weekend Movies: 'The Hangover 3,' 'Fast & Furious 6,' & 'Epic' (Video)
23 May 2013 9:51 AM, PDT
Your Memorial Day weekend movie choices provide a little something for everyone -- action, comedy, and family-friendly fantasy. "Fast & Furious 6," "The Hangover Part III," and "Epic" are hitting theaters, and we have the details on all three to help you decide what to see over the long holiday weekend. If you're an adrenaline junkie, a gear head, or just a fan of Vin Diesel, the "Fast & Furious" franchise's sixth installment skids into theaters on Friday, and all of the "Fast" cast is back. "Fast 5" left off with Dom (Diesel), Brian (Paul Walker), and their crew high off an elaborate heist in Brazil that netted them $100 million, but also forced them to flee, so they scattered themselves around the world to avoid being caught. "Fast & Furious 6" catches back up with the crew, who are now tired of living life on the run. Enter Agent Luke Hobbs (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson), who »
- Dana Taddeo
'Dazed and Confused' Sequel: Richard Linklater Says It May Shoot This Fall
23 May 2013 8:55 AM, PDT
Richard Linklater is one of those amazingly talented directors who constantly surprises and delights. His latest delightful surprise, "Before Midnight," the third film in a series that started with "Before Sunrise" and continued with "Before Sunset," opens this weekend. It's easily one of the best films of the year and an absolute must-see. While engaging in a Reddit Q&A, ostensibly on the subject of "Before Midnight," he revealed that a pseudo-sequel to another one of his most beloved films, "Dazed and Confused," could be closer than you think. The film, which is titled "That's What I'm Talking About," was fully financed and ready to go as of a couple of years ago, but a number of projects got in the way (additionally, there was a hang-up when it came to distribution). But during the Q&A he said that he was, "Hoping to make it this fall, actually. A college comedy. »
- Drew Taylor
Morgan Freeman Falls Asleep During Interview for New Movie
23 May 2013 7:40 AM, PDT
The publicity circuit for a new movie can be exhausting -- as an actor you've got to do countless interviews and promotional spots, trumpeting a film that you might not even like that much. But very few times has this level of exhaustion been captured on tape... until now. While Morgan Freeman was doing local TV interviews with Michael Caine for their new magician thriller "Now You See Me," he nodded off several times (more like "Now You Zzzz Me," right?). While Caine was being enthusiastic about the movie, discussing the scale of the tricks, Freeman begins to close his eyes. Then his head droops and you realize, he's taking a little nap. The interviewer (from a Fox affiliate in Seattle) either doesn't realize that he's temporarily lost the "Shawshank Redemption" star or doesn't want to bring it to anyone's attention, so he lobs a softball question about what it takes to be a narrator, »
- Drew Taylor
Morgan Freeman Falls Asleep During Interview for New Movie
23 May 2013 7:40 AM, PDT
The publicity circuit for a new movie can be exhausting -- as an actor you've got to do countless interviews and promotional spots, trumpeting a film that you might not even like that much. But very few times has this level of exhaustion been captured on tape... until now. While Morgan Freeman was doing local TV interviews with Michael Caine for their new magician thriller "Now You See Me," he nodded off several times (more like "Now You Zzzz Me," right?). While Caine was being enthusiastic about the movie, discussing the scale of the tricks, Freeman begins to close his eyes. Then his head droops and you realize, he's taking a little nap. The interviewer (from a Fox affiliate in Seattle) either doesn't realize that he's temporarily lost the "Shawshank Redemption" star or doesn't want to bring it to anyone's attention, so he lobs a softball question about what it takes to be a narrator, »
- Drew Taylor
'We're the Millers' Trailer: Jennifer Aniston Strips Down
23 May 2013 6:40 AM, PDT
If your hunger for raunchy humor (and Mexican locations) isn't satisfied by this weekend's "The Hangover, Part III," then you can rest easy because "We're the Millers," an upcoming comedy starring Jennifer Aniston, Jason Sudeikis, and Emma Roberts, is coming this August -- and it looks pretty funny. The movie, directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber ("Dodgeball"), concerns a small time pot dealer (Sudeikis) who is enlisted by a wealthy client (Ed Helms) to retrieve a staggering amount of weed from Mexico. Feeling that a family is a better cover for cross-country drug smuggling, he cajoles a local stripper (Aniston), a homeless teen (Roberts), and a nerd who lives in his building (Will Poulter) to pose as a family. They're the Millers. As the trailer suggests, things get out of control. Honestly it's amazing how much they get away with showing in a green-band trailer (there's also a red-band equivalent that's »
- Drew Taylor
'The World's End' Trailer: Pints, Pals, and Killer Robots!
22 May 2013 1:13 PM, PDT
Prepare to get annihilated -- and maybe a little hungover, too. The team behind “Shaun of the Dead” and “Hot Fuzz” is bringing us their latest horror-comedy flick, “The World's End.” Five childhood friends reunite after 20 years to finish an epic pub crawl in their hometown. But soon, they realize, “It's not us that changed. It's the town!” -- which has been taken over by killer robots. Can the friends finish their bar crawl and save the world at the same time? As a new American trailer shows, Edgar Wright and star Simon Pegg once again make very funny and very entertaining magic together. The dialogue is as sharp and witty as their previous collaborations. “A) we're all drunk, b) we've got blood on our hands,” Pegg says of the friends escaping back to London. “It's more like ink,” amends Eddie Marsan. “We've got ink on our hands!” “The World's End” also stars Paddy Considine, »
- Kelly Woo
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