Back in October of last year it was announced that FX is teaming up with writer Brian K. Vaughan for a TV adaptation of his Vertigo comic book series Y: The Last Man, and now THR is reporting that Michael Green (American Gods) has signed on to the project as showrunner. The critically acclaimed comic […]
Fede Alvarez is working on a Don’t Breathe sequel
Fede Alvarez delivered a solid critical and commercial success earlier this year with the home-invasion thriller Don’t Breathe, and now the filmmaker has revealed to Cinema Blend that despite being initially reluctant to the idea of a follow-up, he now has a great idea for a sequel. “Don’t Breathe 2 is something we definitely want […]
Gavin O’Connor to direct “edgy” reboot of The Green Hornet
Paramount Pictues has set The Accountant helmer Gavin O’Connor to direct a big screen reboot of The Green Hornet, which “will overhaul the image of Britt Reid into an edgy protagonist capable of being the catalyst for a new franchise.” Created by George W. Trendle and Fran Striker, The Green Hornet follows Britt Reid, wealthy […]
Morena Baccarin set for new legal drama at NBC, will continue on Gotham
Deadline is reporting that Gotham star Morena Baccarin is set for an as-yet-untitled legal drama on NBC, which has been written by Ken Sanzel (Numbers) and is described as “The Good Wife meets The Wire.” The pilot “tells the story of Morena (Baccarin), a former police officer-turned-high-powered attorney who navigates the ever-changing landscape of New […]
Jim Parsons to headline Brother Orange
THR is reporting that The Big Bang Theory star Jim Parsons has signed on to headline Brother Orange, an upcoming feature film from Warner Bros. and BuzzFeed Motion Pictures. The film will see Parsons as BuzzFeed editor Matt Stopera, and will tell the story of the internet phenomenon whereby his iPhone was stolen and made […]
Tim Story in talks to direct Corduroy movie
Variety is reporting that Fantastic Four and Ride Along director Tim Story is in talks to direct an adaptation of Don Freeman’s beloved children’s novel Corduroy for CBS Films. Published in 1968, Corduroy has sold tens of millions of copies over the years, and tells the tale of a department store teddy bear who sets […]
Michael Shannon says he fell asleep during Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
During an interview with Fandango, actor Michael Shannon was asked for his thoughts on this year’s Man of Steel follow-up Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Unfortunately, he couldn’t really share his opinion on the movie, as he revealed that he actually fell asleep whilst watching it on a flight! “People ask me about this […]
Ryan Reynolds comments on Tim Miller’s Deadpool 2 departure over creative differences
Back in October came the unexpected news that Deadpool helmer Tim Miller had exited the upcoming sequel amid reports of creative differences with Ryan Reynolds, and now the star has offered his first comments on the situation during an interview with GQ (via SuperHeroStuff). “All I can really add is that I’m sad to see […]
IDW announces Highlander prequel comic miniseries
IDW has announced that it is set to launch a brand new Highlander comic book miniseries, which will serve as a prequel to the 1986 cult classic starring Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery. “In the 30 years since its release, Highlander has inspired a massive cult following that craves new stories based on the original […]
Samuel L. Jackson, Joan Cusack and Bradley Whitford join Brie Larson’s Unicorn Store
Back in August it was announced that Oscar winner Brie Larson is set to make her feature directorial debut with the comedy Unicorn Store, and now we have our first casting news courtesy of The Hollywood Reporter. The site reports that Samuel L. Jackson (Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children), Joan Cusack (Shameless) and Bradley […]
