Category: News
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Transformers: Age of Extinction to set up new trilogy
Given the huge success of the Transformers trilogy, it makes sense to keep the franchise alive, despite the somewhat lacklustre finale of the third film. And Michael Bay seems to have plans in motion as, in a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, he stated: “It’s kind of like a new Transformers. We had three, the… Read More >
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Divergent to become four part franchise
Following on a similar trend to other young adult novel adaptations, Divergent – starring Shailene Woodley and Theo James, is set to turn the three-part Veronica Roth book series into four movies, splitting the final novel into two movies, much in the same way Twilight, The Hunger Games, and even Harry Potter had done previously.… Read More >
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Peter Mayhew to return as Chewbacca in Star Wars: Episode VII
While fans of the original Star Wars trilogy anxiously anticipate the forthcoming Star Wars: Episode VII, they will be comforted by the news that the original Chewbacca himself, Peter Mayhew, is set to reprise his famous role once again. Though 69 years of age, the actor will join up with what seems to be a… Read More >
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Phil Lord and Christopher Miller turn down chance to direct Ghostbusters 3
Following on from their brilliant work on the likes of Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs, 21 Jump Street and most recently, The Lego Movie – it did seem that directing duo Christopher Miller and Phil Lord were the perfect fit to take over the helm of the forthcoming Ghostbusters 3. Though reportedly Sony’s number… Read More >
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Arnold Schwarzenegger reveals plot details for upcoming Terminator movie
Fortunately it seems a career in politics has not taken its toll on Hollywood heavyweight Arnold Schwarzenegger, who has been happy to discuss plot details for the forthcoming re-entry into the Terminator franchise. Speaking to MTV, Arnie explained that, “The character is a machine underneath. It’s this metal skeleton, but above that is human flesh”,… Read More >
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Prometheus 2 to get a Michael Green rewrite
Polarising film fans across the world, it seems Ridley Scott is desperately hoping to get the sequel to Prometheus completely spot on – requesting a rewrite by Michael Green. Having collaborated with the director on the widely discussed addition to the Blade Runner franchise, Green will now take over scriptwriting duties from Jack Paglen, who… Read More >
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Ivan Reitman steps down from directing duties for Ghostbusters 3
As the world of cinema was shaken by the news of Harold Ramis’ untimely death, friend and collaborator Ivan Reitman has decided to step down from directing the forthcoming Ghostbusters 3. Despite directing both of the previous two productions, Reitman has decided to merely take on a role as producer instead – sparking a host… Read More >
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Vincent D’Onofrio set for antagonist role in Jurassic World
As one of the big blockbusters to look out for next summer, Jurassic World has acquired Vincent D’Onofrio to play the leading antagonist. Colin Trevorrow’s endeavour back into the immensely popular franchise will see the actor join the likes of Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard and Irrfan Khan. D’Onofrio’s ability to play sinister characters so… Read More >
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Adam Driver to play villain in Star Wars: Episode VII
While the rumour mill is in overdrive as to which actors will take up the lead roles in the eagerly anticipated Star Wars: Episode VII, it seems the villain of the piece is close to being confirmed, with actor Adam Driver all but set to sign up for the project. With a career predominantly spent… Read More >
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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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