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Immersed in Movies: Cinematographer Bob Richardson Goes Blue for Hugo in 3-D
9 December 2011 8:38 AM, PST | Thompson on Hollywood | See recent Thompson on Hollywood news »
The 3-D journey on "Hugo" for Oscar-winning cinematographer Bob Richardson ("The Aviator, " "JFK"), once he got over the growing pains and realized that the digital technology wouldn't hinder his craft, was to confidently embrace it. His director Martin Scorsese was new to this too--he had to suddenly switch gears from prepping Endo's "Silence," in which Jesuit missionaries sent to 17th century Japan endure tremendous persecution, to landing in a 1931 Paris train station with children, dogs, and Sacha Baron Cohen. Scorsese brought his usual crew right along with him. Yet for Richardson, "Hugo" presented a particular »
Scorsese opens up about Silence
7 December 2011 3:38 AM, PST | TotalFilm | See recent TotalFilm news »
[brightcove]1279464717001[/brightcove] It was rumoured back in 2008 that Martin Scorsese was intending to adapt Shusako Endo’s novel Silence, the tale of Jesuit missionaries in 17th century Japan. Those whisperings appear to have finally been confirmed now that the director has stated that it is to be his next film. The Raging Bull man, who has once again shown his extraordinary diversity with critically-lauded Hugo, was rumoured to be taking on Jo Nesbo’s thriller The Snowman (definitely not to be confused with the evergreen...
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- Charlie Whately-Smith
Martin Scorsese's next film to be long-anticipated adaptation of "Silence"
6 December 2011 8:48 AM, PST | ifc.com | See recent IFC news »
After many years of putting it on the back-burner, Martin Scorsese has finally committed to his planned adaptation of Shusaku Endo's novel "Silence." It has been rumored that he would follow up his hit film "Hugo" with an adaptation of Joe Nesbo's thriller novel "The Snowman," or "The Irishman" and "The Gambler," but in a recent interview Scorsese definitively said that "Silence" will be his next film.
"I'm hoping to do Endo's book next, 'Silence'... Not hoping, we're literally pulling all the elements together at this point," Scorsese told BBC's radio show Kermode and Mayo's Film Review, as transcribed by Bleeding Cool.
"Silence" tells the story of two Jesuit missionaries in 17th Century Japan who must deal with the persecution of Christians by Japanese feudal lords and traders from rival European nations as they spread their gospel and search for their mentor. Since this project has been »
- Terri Schwartz
Scorsese Set To Tackle "Silence" Next
6 December 2011 7:11 AM, PST | Dark Horizons | See recent Dark Horizons news »
It looks like neither "The Snowman" and "The Irishman" will be Martin Scorsese's first post-"Hugo" project.
Instead, Bleeding Cool reports that it would seem that Scorsese's long-gestating adaptation of "Silence", Shusako Endo’s mid-1960's novel about Jesuit missionaries in 17th Century Japan, is the one.
Scorsese recently appeared on Simon Mayo and Mark Kermode’s Radio Five show and said "I’m hoping to do Endo’s book next, Silence… Not hoping, we’re literally pulling all the elements together at this point. Also excited to do another HBO series on the Rock and Roll business in the 60s, 70s up to the 90s and that’s with Mick Jagger and Terry Winter."
Daniel Day Lewis was previously linked to the project and when asked if that's still the case, Scorsese says "I’m not sure. Daniel’s working with Steve right now, Steve Spielberg." »
- Garth Franklin
Martin Scorsese Chooses Silence as Next Film
6 December 2011 6:27 AM, PST | FilmJunk | See recent FilmJunk news »
A few years back, Martin Scorsese became attached to adapt Shusako Endo's novel Silence to the big screen, although with so many projects on his plate, it had been put on the backburner in favor of other films - until now. During a recent radio interview, Scorsese stated that "we’re literally pulling all the elements together at this point." The film will tell the story of 17th century Jesuit priests who travel to Japan in order to find their mentor and spread the word of Christianity, experiencing violence and persecution in the process. When the film was first announced, both Daniel Day-Lewis and Benicio Del Toro were attached to star as the two priests, however their involvement now remains uncertain. Day-Lewis has been keeping busy with Spielberg on Lincoln, so his schedule might not be clear to reteam with his Gangs of New York director. Silence should mark another departure for the auteur, »
- Aaron
Martin Scorsese Determined To Bring 'Silence' To Screen
6 December 2011 2:19 AM, PST | LatinoReview | See recent LatinoReview news »
Martin Scorsese has never been one to rest on his laurels and accomplishments. Fresh off "Hugo," he's already onto the next thing -- or, in his tireless case, the next several things. Having crossed 3D off his list, he's set to tackle a long delayed and much anticipated project off his dream list: Shusako Endo's "Silence."Scorsese has been eager to adapt "Silence" for years, but has always pushed it back in favor of other projects. I suspect that's because it's a fairly daunting story, as it centers on a 17th century priest, Sebastião Rodrigues, who travels to Japan in search of his mentor, Fr. Cristóvão Ferreira, and discover if he has committed apostasy. Accompanied by Friar Francisco Garrpe, Rodrigues discovers the Christian population of Japan has been tortured and driven underground. The two men face persecution, imprisonment, and their own trials of faith. It's harrowing stuff and quite gruesome in parts, »
Martin Scorsese Confirms That Silence Will Be His Next Project
5 December 2011 8:48 PM, PST | cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news »
It's typically not until after a filmmaker finishes his/her project that he/she begins getting asked about what his/her follow up will be, but in the case of Martin Scorsese that's been a subject of controversy and debate for months. Though Hugo only came out two weeks ago, many have questioned what the Oscar winning director's next movie would be. A big part of what has fueled speculation is the simple fact that Scorsese actually has a lot of titles on his slate. Most recently there was a report that he would direct an adaptation of Jo Nesbo's The Snowman, but there's also been talks of him remaking The Gambler, and reuniting with Robert De Niro for a mob thriller called The Irishman. Then there's Silence. Based on the novel by Shusako Endo, Scorsese has been developing the project for years, but has always skipped over it in »
Martin Scorsese Planning ‘Silence’ as Next Film
5 December 2011 4:30 PM, PST | Slash Film | See recent Slash Film news »
Good news for those who were beginning to fear that mainstream opportunities would forever interfere with Martin Scorsese's long-gestating adaptation [1] of Shusaku Endo's novel Silence: the director says that Silence will be his next movie. In the wake of Hugo's big critical acceptance, Scorsese has been linked to an adaptation of the thriller novel [2] The Snowman, by Jo Nesbo, and he has also talked up possibilities such as The Irishman [3] and The Gambler [4]. The Snowman, at least, looks to be moving forward quickly, giving us reason to surmise that it would be the director's next, supplanting Silence. Fortunately, Scorsese seems to have his eye firmly on the Jesuit drama that has been delayed for a couple years as other opportunities came up. While promoting Hugo, Scorsese appeared on the radio show hosted by Simon Mayo and Mark Kermode. Bleeding Cool [5] transcribed this quote: I’m hoping »
- Russ Fischer
Martin Scorsese to Adapt Silence for the Big Screen
5 December 2011 3:22 PM, PST | GeekTyrant | See recent GeekTyrant news »
Martin Scorsese sure has been racking up the directing gigs lately! He's previously attached himself to an adaptation of Jo Nesbo’s crime thriller The Snowman, and he’s also been talking about taking on the mob drama, The Irishman, with Robert DeNiro. I would love nothing more than to see either of these films get made by Scorsese, but today we've learned that his next film will end up being an adaptation of Shusako Endo’s Silence.
This is a story that has been on Scorsese's list of films to make for quite awhile. The story follows Jesuit missionary in 17th Century Japan to investigate reports that his mentor has committed apostasy. The director revealed that this would be his next film in a recent interview,
I’m hoping to do Endo’s book next, Silence… Not hoping, we’re literally pulling all the elements together at this point. »
- Venkman
Martin Scorsese will take on Shusaku Endo's Silence as his next project
5 December 2011 3:11 PM, PST | JoBlo.com | See recent JoBlo news »
I thought Martin Scorsese was doing Jo Nesbo's The Snowman next. Or was it The Irishman with Robert De Niro? Oh wait, it's none of those. Scorsese has confirmed that his next project will be an adaptation of Shusaku Endo.s novel Silence. The story is about the experience of Jesuit missionaries in 17th Century Japan, who must contend with traders from rival European nations and the persecution of Christians by Japanese feudal lords while in the country. I have not read the book myself, but »
- Niki Stephens
Martin Scorsese's next film will be an adaptation of Shusaku Endo.s Silence
5 December 2011 3:00 PM, PST | JoBlo.com | See recent JoBlo news »
I thought Martin Scorsese was doing Jo Nesbo's The Snowman next. Or was it The Irishman with Robert De Niro? Oh wait, it's none of those. Scorsese has confirmed that his next project will be an adaptation of Shusaku Endo.s novel Silence. The story is about the experience of Jesuit missionaries in 17th Century Japan, who must contend with traders from rival European nations and the persecution of Christians by Japanese feudal lords while in the country. I have not read the book myself, but »
- Niki Stephens
Martin Scorsese Says He’s Prepping Silence As His Next Project
5 December 2011 2:25 PM, PST | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »
Director Martin Scorsese is currently doing the rounds for his latest effort, the splendidly fantastic Hugo, but many are wondering which project he’ll tackle next. While he had previously stated that he planned on getting to his adaptation of Shusaku Endo’s novel Silence after Hugo, he recently attached himself to an adaptation of The Snowman and a remake of The Gambler, throwing some doubt on whether or not he would actually get to the 17th Century Japan-set pic. Well now the director has confirmed that Silence will indeed be his next film, and said that they're currently working to pull everything together. Hit the jump for more, including whether or not Daniel Day-Lewis is still set to star. Endo’s novel centers on two Jesuit priests in 17th Century Japan, and the film adaptation has been a passion of Scorsese’s for quite some time now. The director »
- Adam Chitwood
Martin Scorsese Revives Adaptation of 'Silence' for His Next Project
5 December 2011 1:38 PM, PST | firstshowing.net | See recent FirstShowing.net news »
Nearly three years ago, there were rumblings that director Martin Scorsese (who has the fantastic film Hugo in theaters right now) would take on an adaptation of Shusako Endo's novel Silence, the story of missionaries in 17th Century Japan, with Daniel Day-Lewis and Benicio del Toro attached to star. The project hadn't made any progress since then, but in a recent interview on Simon Mayo and Mark Kermode’s Radio Five show (via Bleeding Cool), Scorsese said he's actually looking to take on the film as his next project. That might mean his confirmed adaptation of The Snowman is likely on the backburner now. In speaking to the radio hosts, Scorsese simply said, "I’m hoping to do Endo’s book next, Silence… Not hoping, we’re literally pulling all the elements together at this point." For those who haven't heard of this project before, the story is set in »
- Ethan Anderton
Martin Scorsese Calls ‘Silence’ His Next; Kenneth Lonergan Talks Longer ‘Margaret’ Cut
4 December 2011 4:12 PM, PST | The Film Stage | See recent The Film Stage news »
Recent comments on the part of one Martin Scorsese indicated that his next feature would be The Irishman, a mob epic that’s lined up a dream cast comprised of Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Joe Pesci, and Harvey Keitel. It’s certainly one of many projects he could choose from at the moment, and that’s not even counting new jobs he might sign on to in the next couple of months.
Among those, a film I’ve been eagerly anticipating is his adaptation of Shusako Endo‘s Jesuit priest drama Silence, which would star Benicio Del Toro and Daniel Day-Lewis. Unfortunately, even though we like to bring it up in conjunction with his name whenever the opportunity strikes, the only formal announcement on it came in February of 2009; everything else since has been speculation or off-the-cuff comments.
That changed just a tiny bit this week, when Scorsese joined »
- jpraup@gmail.com (thefilmstage.com)
Martin Scorsese to direct Norwegian crime thriller "The Snowman"
21 November 2011 2:09 PM, PST | ifc.com | See recent IFC news »
Martin Scorsese is going to be returning to his comfort zone in his next movie. Since "Shutter Island" was released in 2010, the esteemed director helmed the pilot episode of HBO's hit "Boardwalk Empire" and also made his first CGI-heavy "kids" film, "Hugo." With the latter set to be released on Wednesday, Scorsese has finally unveiled the next project he has in the works: "The Snowman."
The Hollywood Reporter has learned that Scorsese will adapt Norwegian author Joe Nesbo's best-selling detective novels for the big screen. It's a project that Scorsese has been interested in for some time. The crime-thriller is supposed to be more in line with Scorsese's 2006 Oscar-winner "The Departed" than his more recent films. "World War Z" scribe Matthew Michael Carnahan will pen the script.
"The Snowman" follows "anti-authoritarian, anti-sobriety cop" Norwegian detective Harry Hole who investigates a series of gruesome killings. This story is the seventh in the Harry Hole franchise. »
- Terri Schwartz
Martin Scorsese set to adapt The Snowman
21 November 2011 12:29 PM, PST | Den of Geek | See recent Den of Geek news »
Jo Nesbo's crime novel, The Snowman, is heading to the big screen in the hands of Mr Martin Scorsese...
With Martin Scorsese's latest film, Hugo, about to hit cinemas, we've now got an idea of what he's got coming up in the near future. For it's been confirmed that Martin he will direct an adaptation of Norwegian author Jo Nesbo’s bestselling novel The Snowman for Working Title.
Scorsese had been keen on the project for some time, but was waiting for approval from the author, whose deal with regards to the rights of the adaptation meant that he had final say over who would direct the adaptation. Not that it would be likely that a director of the calibre of Scorsese would be the kind of person you’d turn down, particularly as the novel is of the crime genre which Scorsese is more than comfortable with.
Martin Scorsese Confirmed To Direct Jo Nesbo’s Best-Selling Crime Thriller ‘The Snowman’
21 November 2011 10:42 AM, PST | The Film Stage | See recent The Film Stage news »
Martin Scorsese‘s attention, for the following couple of months, will be justly focused on the theatrical release — and potential Oscar run (the film will probably be relegated to a handful of deserved below-the-line nominations, but it could strike it big) — of his magical ode to cinema, Hugo.
This is a film that, however flawed, deserves to be relished endlessly by the crowd it was intended for — lovers of film. And hopefully, in the process, it’ll inspire many average moviegoers to explore the world of film, and the history of it, more deeply.
In any case, however, it’s worthwhile to take a breath and document Scorsese‘s upcoming projects when they get confirmed. Remember last month when the possibility of Scorsese adapting Jo Nesbo‘s best-selling crime thriller The Snowman started to bubble through the industry? Well, count that as an example of a legitimate rumor, because Scorsese »
- jpraup@gmail.com (thefilmstage.com)
Martin Scorsese Set For ‘The Snowman’
21 November 2011 10:00 AM, PST | Slash Film | See recent Slash Film news »
Less than a month ago Martin Scorsese started to show public interest [1] in directing a film based on Jo Nesbø's thriller novel The Snowman. (He has been circling the project for longer than that.) The book is one of nine Nesbø novels featuring Harry Hole, a non-traditional, alcoholic, loose-cannon police detective. In The Snowman, "a son finds his mother’s pink scarf wrapped around the neck of a ominous looking snowman. Hole realizes she is the latest victim of a serial killer." Scorsese's interest in the film is good news for those who like big-budget adaptations of brutal police thrillers, and not so good news for anyone who hoped that, after Hugo, Scorsese might finally make his long-planned Jesuit drama Silence or the mob movie The Irishman. Now we've got confirmation that The Snowman will indeed be directed by Scorsese. THR [2] says that Nesbø and production company Working Title »
- Russ Fischer
Martin Scorsese Confirmed to Direct The Snowman
21 November 2011 8:11 AM, PST | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »
Martin Scorsese has officially added yet another movie to his list of potential projects. THR reports that Scorsese has been confirmed to direct an adaptation of Jo Nesbo's best-selling crime thriller The Snowman. Last month we reported that Scorsese was seriously considering Snowman as his next film, and would once again push aside his Jesuit priest-drama Silence as well as The Irishman, The Wolf of Wall Street, a remake of The Gambler, and a Frank Sinatra biopic. Nesbo reportedly had to confirm Scorsese for the gig (I'm not sure why this would involve thinking twice), but didn't insist that the movie retain the book's setting of Oslo, Norway. Snowman is in the seventh book in the "Harry Hole" detective series. Per THR, Hole is "an anti-authoritarian, anti-sobriety cop, who investigates particularly gruesome killings. In The Snowman, a son finds his mother’s pink scarf wrapped around the neck of an ominous looking snowman. »
- Matt Goldberg
Martin Scorsese To Direct The Snowman – A Scandinavian Serial Killer Movie
21 November 2011 7:38 AM, PST | Obsessed with Film | See recent Obsessed with Film news »
Martin Scorsese’s first and probably last children’s film Hugo Cabret opens in the U.S. in just two days time but already the legendary filmmaker has setup a future crime project that sounds much more up his alley.
The Hollywood Reporter say Scorsese will direct an adaptation of Jo Nesbo’s serial killer tale The Snowman for Working Title films, the Brit outfit behind this year’s incredible Tinker Tailor Solider Spy after Nesbo approved of the their choice (probably the easiest ‘yes’ of his career).
Working Title optioned The Snowman a while back when Nesbo’s seventh novel in his Oslo detective Harry Hole series became a big international hit and with so much buzz for David Fincher’s impending take on the Swedish dark crime novel The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo (not to mention the popularity of The Killing), the shingle are smartly banking on »
- Matt Holmes
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