Tag: Action
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Jesse Eisenberg cast as Lex Luthor in ‘Superman vs. Batman’
The project itself may still be untitled, but key characters are being named in the upcoming Superman vs. Batman production, with the latest being The Social Network star Jesse Eisenberg set to take on the role of Lex Luthor. While the news that Ben Affleck being cast as Batman took everybody by surprise, the latest… Read More >
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Liam Neeson reveals plot twist for third chapter in the Taken series
Though keeping his cards somewhat close to his chest, Northern Irish star Liam Neeson has confirmed that while plans are in place for a third entry into the Taken franchise, he has only agreed to sign on if nobody actually gets taken. Speaking to Jonathan Ross on his weekly show, Neeson claimed that he gave… Read More >
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Gary Oldman confirms Star Wars: Episode VII approach
As the rumour mill hits overdrive in the build up to any official confirmation as to who has been cast in the forthcoming Star Wars: Episode VII, renowned British actor Gary Oldman confirmed to Sky Movies that he has been in talks for a role. Despite not specifying exactly which part he may play, Oldman… Read More >
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Notorious producer Harvey Weinstein makes U-turn on Snowpiercer edits
With a series of vocal criticisms from stars such as Tilda Swinton, Chris Evans and John Hurt, it seems that producer Harvey Weinstein has decided against making severe edits to forthcoming thriller Snowpiercer for American audiences. The title, directed by the South Korean Bong Joon-ho is an innovative, daring piece of cinema, and one Weinstein… Read More >
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Flickreel’s 2014 Oscar Predictions
It’s that time of year again to celebrate the very best of the past year in film, with the prestigious 86th Academy Awards soon to be upon us. As we all prepare to settle in for the night, and ridicule the red carpet coverage and then open up the dolly mixture and marvel in the… Read More >
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Godzilla Trailer
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence. Read More >
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Negotiations commence for American remake of The Raid
Picking up a cult following for its exhilarating choreography and unrelenting approach, Gareth Evans’ Indonesian set martial arts thriller The Raid is said to be close to an American remake, with film production company Screen Gems – a subsidiary of Sony Pictures – close to securing the rights for the deal. Thankfully Evans will stay… Read More >
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Oldboy Review
“The publicity building up to the release of Spike Lee’s contentious remake of Park Chan-wook’s Oldboy was less than favourable, with a copyright dispute over a poster design bringing in some undesirable exposure, while the impassioned fans of the original cult favourite seemed somewhat apathetic to Lee’s endeavour to trespass over such glorious territory”… Read More >
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Lone Survivor Review
“When directors are involved in both critical and commercial flops, it’s always vital that they return with a far more accomplished film for their next project, so all eyes are on Peter Berg to see if he can successfully move on from Battleship with his latest picture Lone Survivor”… Read More >
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Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit Review
“Tom Clancy’s popular, literary creation Jack Ryan has been brought to the big screen before. Having been portrayed by a series of actors such as Ben Affleck, Harrison Ford and Alec Baldwin, the latest Hollywood A-list star to tackle the eponymous role is Chris Pine”… Read More >
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