Hailee Steinfeld for 'Forgotten'

True Grit star Hailee Steinfeld is reportedly in talks to star in sci-fi drama Forgotten.

According to Deadline, the Paramount project is based on an upcoming book of the same name by Cat Patrick.

Forgotten centres on a teenage girl named London Lane (Steinfeld) whose memory is erased every night. However, she is able to remember future events.

Little Brown will release the book in June. Paramount has yet to announce a director for the film adaptation.

Steinfeld, 14, was nominated for an Academy Award this year for her performance as Mattie Ross in True Grit.

Hudgens: 'I comfort ate in Sucker Punch'

Vanessa Hudgens has revealed that she began comfort eating during the filming of her new movie Sucker Punch because it was mentally draining.

The 22-year-old, who plays Blondie in the fantasy film, explained that some of the drama scenes were "really intense".

She told Total Film: "Some of the scenes were really intense. I haven't done that much heavy drama before and some scenes were just so draining.

"We would all be a total disaster afterwards and cheat on our diets together and eat cake to comfort ourselves."

However, despite the role being tiring, the actress insisted that playing her character was "a lot of fun".

She added: "My character was a lot of fun. I really get to step up my game and be a total badass."

Warner Bros downplays '300' prequel report

Warner Bros has denied that Guy Ritchie has signed on to direct 300 prequel Xerxes.

According to Entertainment Weekly, the studio dismissed reports of the helmer's involvement in the project as "an erroneous rumour".

Based on Frank Miller's upcoming Dark Horse miniseries, Xerxes tells the story of the Zoroastrian king of the Achaemenid Empire. The cinematic adaptation is said to be in development, but is yet to be greenlit.

It has been speculated that Zack Snyder may be unable to reprise his role as director for the prequel due to his Superman commitments.

The Xerxes comic will be published later this year. A potential release window for the film is yet to be announced.

Parker: 'There's more Sex And The City'

Sarah Jessica Parker has insisted that a third Sex And The City film could find box office success.

In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, the actress said that she feels confident the franchise has "one more story to tell" and hopes to take part in such a project in the future.

"I would go back. I think there's one more story to tell. I know there is," she explained.

"I'd definitely tell that [third] story, and I know [series creator] Michael [Patrick King] would do it right. But maybe not now. Maybe in five years, you know?"

She also expressed her disapproval over rumours that the next Sex And The City film would be a prequel to the television series.

"There are a lot of important and interesting stories that 21-year-olds can tell. I don't begrudge any 21-year-old the opportunity to tell their stories," she said.

"But I don't think we can pretend to go back. It's creating two histories. It's like, 'Oh I didn't know that about Carrie Bradshaw'."

However, Parker was adamant that it is important for her to pursue other projects before heading back to such an iconic role, adding: "It's not that I want to get away from [SATC]. In a million years, who could get away from it?

"[But] if I'm not scared again that's not good for me. That's literally no good for me. If I'm not terrified and nauseous and worried [in] the first two weeks of production, then what's going to happen? You could wither on the vine. It's like if you can't use your leg. It just atrophies."

Bonham Carter tempted by Burton’s Dark Shadows

She may have just bagged a BAFTA, and been nominated for another Academy Award (both for The King’s Speech), but Helena Bonham Carter’s still not above working with her hubbie.

The actress, who’s appeared in just about every Burton film since 2001’s Planet Of The Apes, has entered into talks to play Hoffman in Dark Shadows.

Adapted from the gothic ‘60s soap opera about the inhabitants of a rundown mansion, Hoffman is a psychologist who specialises in rare blood disorders.

The film would also reunite Carter with her frequent co-star Johnny Depp, who plays vampire Barnabas – whom Hoffman attempts to cure of his thirst for blood.

Meanwhile, Michelle Pfeiffer is also negotiating to join the cast, and would play Elizabeth Collins Stoddard, the matriarch of the Collins family who’s not left the mansion since the disappearance of her husband a decade ago.

Pfeiffer, of course, pitched up memorably as Catwoman in Burton’s 1992 Batman Returns. Which is making Dark Shadows into a proper family affair.

Source: Deadline

Daniel Radcliffe: 'New role hard for fans'

Daniel Radcliffe admitted that he knows it will be a challenge for fans to see him in a role outside of Harry Potter.

The actor will appear as Arthur Kipps in the adaptation of Susan Hill's The Woman In Black.

"It's one of the great challenges, to get people to buy me as something else," Radcliffe told Total Film.

Speaking about his character, he described Kipps as "a father and a widower - two things I don't have direct experience of."

He added: "I would call it a character-driven horror film, along the line of The Orphanage or The Others. It's slow-burning and it's very, very scary.

"It's about loss, family and fear... The overriding sense of death pervades the entire film."

The Woman in Black is scheduled to be released in October, several months after the final Harry Potter film.

Ritchie to direct '300' sequel?

Guy Ritchie has been approached by Warner Brothers to direct the sequel to the graphic novel adaptation 300.

The Sherlock Holmes director was asked to step in to give 300 helmer Zack Snyder time to work on writing another Superman film by 2013, Vulture has reported.

Xerxes, the follow-up to the warrior film, is also based on a Frank Miller graphic novel about the Zoroastrian king of the Achaemenid Empire.

Ritchie's own comic series, titled Gamekeeper, was put into development last year by Warner Brothers and Matrix producer Joel Silver.

Radcliffe to star in US indie film

Daniel Radcliffe is to star in the US indie film Photographer.

The Harry Potter star will be playing a snapper who changes the lives of locals in a small New England town, Variety has reported.

According to the makers, Radcliffe will photograph "their most intimate moments" and help them "battle the local authorities".

Director Christopher Monger will be developing the feature, based on his novel of the same title.

He previously directed Hugh Grant in the film The Englishman Who Went Up a Hill and Came Down a Mountain.

'Inception', 'Dark Knight' get "App Editions"

Warner Bros has announced the release of "App Editions" for their blockbuster hits Inception and The Dark Knight.
The releases, now available on the App Store, will provide buyers with "a fully-loaded, connected viewing experience".

Available for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad, they will include the first five minutes of each film in addition to bonus content including games trivia, soundtracks and soundboards. An in-app purchase will grant users the entire movie through download or unlimited streaming.

Social network connectivity will let fans discuss the movies in real-time through Facebook and Twitter.

Warner Bros Digital Distribution president Thomas Gewecke said: "Warner Bros is bringing more than 100 million Apple device owners a highly innovative new way to experience their favourite films.

"For many, watching a movie is a social activity and App Editions are the first mobile product to deliver this capability on a global scale. They offer a fully connected experience, allowing viewers to engage with others around the world in real-time through Facebook and Twitter.

"In 2011, Warner Bros. will release a full slate of App Editions including new release and catalogue films."

Russell Brand 'dressed up as bunny'

Russell Brand dressed up as a bunny on the set of his new film Hop, according to his co-star James Marsden.

The comedian voices animated character the Easter Bunny and Marsden claimed that he convinced Brand to wear a furry outfit off camera.

During a joint appearance on the Today Show, Marsden said: "We did get to work together when Russell was doing his preliminary recordings.

"And then I asked him to dress up as an actual Easter Bunny on set, off camera, and he was just a gracious actor and happy to be there for that."

Brand joked: "Sometimes I'd do it at James's house for his children and sometimes for his wife. I'm sorry to tell you (James) like this while promoting our film Hop."

The 35-year-old also revealed that he enjoyed having a part in a children's film because he has become more "family orientated" since marrying Katy Perry.

When asked about the movie, he said: "It's for children; it's a family film, directed at families. But I'm quite a family orientated man now, since I've become wed."

'Twilight' honeymoon destination revealed

Twilight fans have been treated to an advance picture of Bella and Edward's honeymoon destination in the forthcoming Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1.

The photo was tweeted from the official Twitter account with the message 'Happy Valentine's Day from Isle Esme!'

It featured an empty tropical beach shrouded with fog and lit up with pumpkin-like lanterns.

A publicity shot was released in November by its makers Summit showing an outstretched hand clutching feathers.

It has been reported that franchise stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have broken up, though they are currently on location filming the vampire series.

Kate Hudson 'wore no make-up for role'

Kate Hudson has revealed that she didn't wear any make-up while filming for her new movie A Little Bit of Heaven.
Hudson plays a care-free woman who finds out she's dying of cancer and has admitted that it was a "nice" change to be completely natural.

She told OK: "It was nice not to have to wake up and worry about bags! There was not a stitch of make-up on my face. It's kind of nice because I don't like being made up."

Hudson, who is known for starring in romantic comedies such as How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, said that she took the role very seriously.

She explained: "The one thing that I found interesting was the process of what kind of treatment she would have had, and what her body frame would have looked like if she went through it.

"A lot of times people associate sickness with frailty and getting really skinny, and in this situation we had to work with her not being too skinny but actually getting bloated."

The 31-year-old admitted that she had to put her vanity behind her to fulfil her role successfully.

She added: "It's funny because in this movie I'm hiding sickness, so it's not exactly the most flattering film, and I’m playing a character and you want to be true to life."

Joan Rivers: 'I deserved Oscar nod'

Joan Rivers has slammed Academy members for failing to nominate her documentary Joan Rivers: Piece of Work for a 2011 Oscar award.

The Daily reports that the comedian was apparently furious to discover that the film had not even been shortlisted for the prize.

"What the f**k do you want?" Rivers is quoted as saying.

"It's about ageism, survival, and being a woman. It should've been nominated!"

The 83rd annual Academy Awards will air on February 27.

Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter has his First Lady

Robin McLeavy has been cast in Timur Bekmambetov’s Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter as Mary Todd, the titular hero’s love interest and future wife.

Something of a film newbie, McLeavy’s biggest credit to date is 2009’s decently-reviewed Aussie high school horror The Loved Ones.

The actress graduated with a degree in Performing Arts from Australia’s National Institute Of Dramatic Art in 2004.

Other confirmed casting includes Benjamin Walker as Lincoln himself, Anthony Mackie as his buddy Will, and Dominic Cooper as mentor Harry.

Bekmambetov appears to be favouring lesser-known actors for his adaptation of Seth Grahame-Smith’s novel, which should offer the film a fresh, dangerous edge.

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter opens on 22 June, 2012.

Source: Latino Review

Jude Law to join 'Dracula' adaptation?

Jude Law may star in the upcoming adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, it has been reported.

Law, who is currently shooting the Sherlock Holmes sequel, is reportedly in talks to join director David Slade's next project.

Bleeding Cool reports that the movie, titled The Last Voyage of the Demeter, follows the ship that transports the Transylvanian count to the shores of England. Over the course of the voyage, which is documented by reports in the captain's log, the vampire slowly slaughters the ship's entire crew.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Ben Kingsley and Noomi Rapace (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo trilogy) are also attached for supporting roles in the film, which is being described as something akin to Alien.

The Last Voyage of the Demeter marks Slade's third major vampire movie in recent years, after 30 Days of Night and The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.

Matt Damon: 'I turned down Avatar'

Matt Damon has revealed that he declined a role in Avatar due to scheduling conflicts.

According to WENN, Damon was in negotiations to play the lead role in Avatar before a scheduling conflict forced him to turn down the film.

"I talked to Cameron and I read the script and I knew the movie was gonna be a big hit. I really wanted to do Avatar and work with Jim Cameron and watch him direct and learn a lot," said Damon.

He continued: "But we were finishing The Bourne Ultimatum and I couldn't leave; it was a scheduling issue.”

The actor went on to say that he could not find the time to shoot Avatar in between The Bourne Ultimatum and his subsequent film The Green Zone.

In the end, actor Sam Worthington was offered Damon's role.

’28 Weeks Later’ Director Could Helm ‘The Crow’ Reboot

Director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo (28 Weeks Later) is reportedly in talks to helm Relativity Media’s reboot of ‘The Crow’ franchise.

It’s been several months since Stephen Norrington quit Relativity Media’s in-development reboot of The Crow, and the pic has yet to snag another director to fill his place. Now there’s potentially a new man to handle the job, in the form of 28 Weeks Later director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo.

Fresnadillo is currently completing post-production duties on his new horror-thriller Intruders and has already met with Relativity executives to discuss the possibility of him bringing the gothic vigilante Eric Draven back to the big screen for a new generation.

Although Mark Wahlberg implied that his not being involved with The Crow reboot was essentially a done deal, BD Horror News says that their insiders are still emphasizing his having been “offered the lead” in the movie. Wahlberg recently indicated that he’s a lock to star in Uncharted in the near future, so this could mean that Relativity simply doesn’t have another high-profile actor in mind yet. That will undoubtedly change sooner than later, but for now the lead role is apparently up for grabs.

 

Fresnadillo has directed a couple of shorts and the dramatic thriller Intact prior to his helming 28 Weeks Later, but it was the sequel to Danny Boyle’s sci-fi/pseudo-zombie thriller, 28 Days Later, that really put the former’s name on the map. While most fans don’t rank 28 Weeks above 28 Days, it is one of the better-received horror sequels out there – enough so as to keep hopes for 28 Months Later alive and thriving.

James O’ Barr’s comic book, The Crow was published in 1989 and eventually inspired a cinematic adaptation by director Alex Proyas in 1994. Despite star Brandon Lee’s accidental death due to a malfunctioning prop gun during the filming process, Proyas’ movie went on to become a critical and commercial success, and spawned a strong cult following that resulted in the development of three sequels and a spin-off television series.

Norrington reportedly wanted to take a grittier approach to this tale of a man killed and resurrected as a vengeance-seeking warrior, but claims to have clashed with an actor cast in the film (not Wahlberg, it seems) over Nick Cave’s rewrite of the script. Regardless of whether it’s Fresnadillo or another director who eventually signs on as Norrington’s replacement, look for them to also favor a grittier take on the material – if only because “gritty” has seemingly become the rage for all upcoming comic book movie reboots.

Would you like to see Fresnadillo helm The Crow?

Source: BD Horror News



Nicholas Hoult scores the lead in Jack the Giant Killer

British actor Nicholas Hoult has been cast as the lead in Bryan Singer's Jack the Giant Killer.

Kick-Ass star Aaron Johnson had long been considered the front-runner to play Jack, so this news is something of a surprise (though certainly not an unwelcome one).

Hoult is playing Beast in this summer's X-Men: First Class, which is being produced by Singer (so the actor must've made a good impression there).

Hoult first came to attention as Hugh Grant's young companion in About A Boy, before starring in the first wave of hit teen drama Skins.

He's since notched up an impressive supporting turn in A Single Man, and he also showed up in Clash of the Titans.

First Class will be his highest profile role to date, and this casting news ensures that all eyes will be on him when that movie's released on 2 June.

A few days ago it was announced that Stanley Tucci and Bill Nighy had been cast as a villainous royal advisor and a two-headed giant respectively in Singer's revisionist fairy tale.

Jack the Giant Killer is set for release in 2012.

Source: Deadline