Damon Houx
Marvel Dates Two Untitled Films for 2016 and 2017
Even with Warner Brothers/DC’s ‘Man of Steel‘ set to open this weekend, and even with the billion dollar grosses of the last two Batman films, there’s no question that Marvel is the studio for superhero movies. To extend their legacy, they’ve set release dates for two currently untitled projects set to start the summer seasons in 2016 and 2017.
‘300: Rise of an Empire’ Trailer: There Will Be Death and Destruction
Themistokles is pitted against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes, and Artemisia, vengeful commander of the Persian navy.
‘The Purge 2′ is Coming (But That’s No Shocker)
This weekend 'The Purge' made $34 million at the box office. As the film had a production budget of $3 million, that means the film started to turn a profit less than a day after it was released. So it's no surprise that they're moving forward with a sequel.
‘Need for Speed’ First Look: Is This the Next ‘Fast and Furious?’
The film adaptation of 'Need for Speed,' which is based on the very successful Electronic Arts video game franchise, is finally in front of cameras and will be hitting theaters next year. To hype the film, they've given a first peak behind the scenes at some of the stuntwork in the film.
‘Hot Tub Time Machine 2′ Borrows From ‘Community,’ Adds Gillian Jacobs and Chevy Chase
'Community' features one of the best comedy ensembles on network television, so it's no surprise the cast are being offered movies. Just today both Gillian Jacobs and Chevy Chase were added to 'Hot Tub Time Machine 2.'
‘Paranoia’ Trailer: Liam Hemsworth is Trapped Between Harrison Ford and Gary Oldman
A regular guy is trying to get ahead in his entry-level job at Wyatt Corporation. But after one costly mistake, Adam’s ruthless CEO forces him to spy on a corporate rival.
‘The Family’ Trailer: Robert De Niro Returns to Gangster Comedies
A mafia boss and his family are relocated to a sleepy town in France under the witness protection program after snitching on the mob.
Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj are Officially Out of ‘American Idol’
As had been rumored for a while, Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj have both publicly confirmed that they are leaving 'American Idol' after this season, following the announcement that Randy Jackson was also retiring. This leaves Keith Urban as the last judge standing, though perhaps not for long.
‘Alice in Wonderland 2′ Wants ‘Muppets’ Director
It's been a while since there's been any movement on 'Alice in Wonderland 2' (we knew a script was being worked on), but the big question with the sequel has been "Will Tim Burton and/or Johnny Depp return?" Now, we have an answer for at least one of those questions.
‘World War Z’ Clip: Brad Pitt is Pressed Into Action Against Zombies
'World War Z' is a film about fighting zombies, and it's funny that the film has screened (and screened well) but is still fighting undead rumors about it being a total disaster. We saw the film and liked it, but it's going to need good word of mouth to be one of the hits this summer. Perhaps it will get better word with this clip, which sets up how Brad Pitt is forced into action to stop the zomb
‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Wants Glenn Close to Police the Universe
With 'Guardians of the Galaxy' fast approaching the start of principle photography, the movie's cast is coming into focus. The latest addition is Glenn Close, who's set to play a character that's like the intergalactic version of Nick Fury.
This is Real: Grumpy Cat Has Inspired a Feature Film
To date, books, lives, records, songs, board games, video games, and coupons have served as inspirations for cinema (well, all except for the last one, that was just a 'Mr. Show' sketch). But now memes are joining that list as Grumpy Cat, the internet sensation, has been optioned as the subject for a feature film.