Ahead of its return to the big screen in 364 days from now in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, everybody’s favourite astromech R2-D2 has taken centre stage on the cover of the latest issue of Total Film as part of the magazine’s 2015 preview… “The biggest year in movies. Ever.” – When you look at […]
Kate Winslet eyed for female lead in Steve Jobs biopic
Oscar winning actress Kate Winslet is said to be the frontrunner for the female lead in the upcoming Steve Jobs biopic, according to Variety. Originally Natalie Portman had been approached for the role but negotiations have fallen through. The film is based on the Walter Isaacson-penned biography about the apple founder Steve Jobs. The film […]
Mike Colter signs on to play Luke Cage in Marvel’s A.K.A. Jessica Jones
It’s been rumoured since the casting of Krysten Ritter (Breaking Bad) as Jessica Jones, but now it is official: Mike Colter (American Horror Story: Coven, Halo: Nightfall) is set to play Luke Cage in the upcoming Netflix series A.K.A. Jessica Jones, which will then lead to Power Man’s own show. According to the official Marvel […]
Bruce Campbell talks Ash vs. Evil Dead TV series
Back in November it was announced that Bruce Campbell will reunite with Sam Raimi and reprise the role of deadite-slayer Ash, albeit in a new TV series as opposed to the long-rumoured Evil Dead 4 / Army of Darkness 2. In the latest issue of EW (via Dread Central), Campbell has spoken about his impending […]
Drew Goddard wanted Tom Hardy for Sandman in The Sinister Six
Before he signed on to play Rick Flag in Warner Bros.’ DC movie Suicide Squad, British actor Tom Hardy was linked to another supervillain ensemble in Sony’s The Sinister Six, and now a leaked email from writer-director Drew Goddard to Sony co-chairman Amy Pascal has been uncovered, during which Goddard reveals his plans for Hardy’s […]
Brother Voodoo featured in new Uncanny Avengers teaser artwork
We’ve already seen teaser artwork for the characters of Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch [see here], and now Marvel has sent over a new promotional image featuring another member of the roster for the upcoming Uncanny Avengers relaunch in Brother Voodoo… Uncanny Avengers is set for a relaunch next month. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eF_xnPWgEtI&feature=player_embedded&list=PL18yMRIfoszH_jfuJoo8HCG1-lGjvfH2F
Sixteen features up for Best Animated Feature Film at the Oscars
As Hollywood gears up for awards season, Deadline is reporting that a total of sixteen features have been submitted for consideration for the Oscar for Best Animated Film at the 88th Academy Awards: Anomalisa The Boy And The Beast Boy And The World The Good Dinosaur Home Hotel Transylvania 2 Inside Out Kahlil Gibran’s The […]
Pierce Brosnan endorses Idris Elba for James Bond
Back during the Sony hack, it was revealed that former studio chairman Amy Pascal was keen on having Idris Elba (Luther, Thor: The Dark World) take on the role of super spy James Bond when Daniel Craig decides it’s time to retire his license to kill, and now Elba has received the seal of approval […]
More from Emily Blunt on Captain Marvel casting rumours and why she turned down Black Widow and Peggy Carter roles
A few days ago, Emily Blunt addressed the rumours linking her to Marvel Studios’ first female-led superhero movie Captain Marvel, which is due to arrive in 2018 as part of Phase Three of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Now, during an interview with Vulture to promote her new film Into the Woods, the British actress has […]
Paul Feig discusses his Ghostbusters reboot, casting rumours, and rating
During an interview with Empire Magazine, Bridesmaids and The Heat director Paul Feig has opened up about his upcoming Ghostbusters reboot, discussing why he opted against a direct sequel to the original films, his choice of an all-female line-up, and rumours of potential cast additions. “I have too much respect for the original one,” said […]
