 Morgan Freeman, Diane Keaton to Lead Comedy LIFE ITSELF
May 18, 2013
The film comes from Myriad Pictures, and is based upon Jill Ciment's novel HEROICE MEASURES. The studio recently tapped Richard Loncraine to direct. Freeman's Revelations Entertainment will produce alongside Latitude Productions.
 Dan Setton's STATE 194 Hits Theaters in NY and LA Today
May 17, 2013
STATE 194 will open in theaters in New York and Los Angeles today, May 17, 2013. If you build the foundations of peace . . . will it come?
 UPDATE: Emily Blunt to Join INTO THE WOODS Film as 'The Baker's Wife'; Plus Christine Baranski as 'The Stepmother'?
May 16, 2013
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Emily Blunt is in talks to join Disney's film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's musical Into the Woods, directed by Rob Marshall. Now, sources have told The Wrap that that Christine Baranski, who was part of the original reading last October, is in talks to take on the role of Cinderella's evil stepmother.
 VIDEO: Red Band Trailer for THE HANGOVER III Debuts
May 16, 2013
Warner Bros. has just released the official red band trailer for THE HANGOVER III, set to hit theaters on May 24 - check it out below!
 THE PACT II Casts GREY'S ANATOMY's Camilla Luddington
May 16, 2013
After starring as the infamous archaelogist in the recent TOMB RAIDER reboot, Luddington joined the cast of GREY'S ANATOMY, which is set to wrap up its ninth season tonight. Now, according to Deadline, the up-and-coming actress has signed on to star in the indie horror film THE PACT II.
 Disney Responds to 'Merida' Makeover Controversy
May 16, 2013
Following the backlash of Disney's makeover to BRAVE's beloved archer 'Merida,' the company has issued a statement in response.
 VIDEO: First Look - New Clip Released for WE ARE WHAT WE ARE
May 16, 2013
In WE ARE WHAT WE ARE, a re-imagining of the 2010 Mexican film of the same name, Jim Mickle paints a gripping and gruesome portrait of an introverted family struggling to keep their macabre traditions alive. Check out the first official clip from the film below!
 Photo Flash: SVA's 2013 Dusty Film & Animation Festival and Awards
May 16, 2013
School of Visual Arts (SVA) announced the winners of its 2013 Dusty Film & Animation Festival and Awards, now in its 24th year, at an awards ceremony held May 7, 2013 at New York City's SVA Theatre (333 W. 23rd Street). Highlighting the work of more than 150 filmmakers and animators graduating from the BFA Film, Video and Animation Department, the annual awards were bestowed at the invite-only event. Scroll down for photos!
 The Weinstein Company Developing CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON Sequel
May 16, 2013
The Weinstein Company (TWC) announced today production of CROUCHING TIGER HIDDEN DRAGON II - THE GREEN DESTINY will begin in March 2014 in Asia. Yuen Wo Ping is set to direct with Donnie Yen starring as Silent Wolf and Michelle Yeoh reprising her role as Yu Shu Lien. The screenplay is based on IRON KNIGHT, SILVER VASE by Wang Du Lu, book 5 in the CRANE-IRON PENTALOGY series, on which the original CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON was based. The screenplay is written by John Fusco (FORBIDDEN KINGDOM, HIDALGO, SPIRIT) and will be produced by Harvey Weinstein and David Thwaites, co-produced by Johnny Levin with Executive Producer Anthony Wong. Yucaipa Films is co-financing the project.
 VIDEO: Teaser for Freeman, De Niro, Douglas, & Kline's LAST VEGAS Released
May 16, 2013
The first teaser trailer for highly anticipated film LAST VEGAS, starring Robert De Niro, Michael Douglas, Morgan Freeman, and Kevin Kline, has just been released. Check it out below!
 Gerard Butler in Talks for Universal's Sci-Fi Film THE RAVEN
May 16, 2013
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Gerard Butler is in talks to lead the sci-fi action flick from Universal, with Gold Circle co-financing.
 ANOTHER YOU Starring Ksenia Solo And Diego Boneta Begins Production
May 16, 2013
Pennsport Media announced today that their drama with a twist ANOTHER YOU, starring Ksenia Solo (Black Swan) and Diego Boneta (Rock of Ages) began principal photography in Charleston, WV on Thursday, May 2 nd.
 Image Entertainment Acquires Domestic Rights to Winnie Mandela Biopic Starring Jennifer Hudson
May 16, 2013
Image Entertainment, an RLJ Entertainment (NASDAQ: RLJE) brand, has acquired all U.S. rights to Winnie Mandela at the 2013 Cannes International Film Festival.
 VIDEO: First Look - New Clip from NOW YOU SEE ME
May 16, 2013
Summit Entertainment has released a new clip from director Louis Leterrier's NOW YOU SEE ME, opening in theaters on May 31st. Get a first look below!
 VIDEO: First Look - Kevin James & More in TV Spot for GROWN UPS 2
May 16, 2013
Columbia Pictures has released the first TV spot for GROWN UPS 2 which is set to air during tonight's "American Idol" Season Finale. Get a first look below!
 VIDEO: First Look - Full Trailer for del Toro's PACIFIC RIM
May 16, 2013
Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Entertainment have debuted the full trailer for Guillermo del Toro's PACIFIC RIM. Check it out below!
 DON'T LET THE RIVERBEAST GET YOU! Coming to DVD 5/21
May 16, 2013
DON'T LET THE RIVERBEAST GET YOU! is the next independent horror film set to release from Brain Damage Films. You'll believe in him when he starts to eat you! The film comes to DVD May 21st, 2013.
 Film Society of Lincoln Center Presents 'An Evening with Joss Whedon', 5/29
May 16, 2013
The filmmaker conversation will follow a special sneak preview of his bold and modern adaptation of Shakespeare's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, opening at the Film Society on Friday, June 7.
 VIDEO: First Look - Disney's PLANES TAKES FLIGHT
May 16, 2013
Walt Disney Studios has just released a new video "Disney's PLANES Takes Flight," featuring music by the film's composer, Mark Mancina. Check it out below!
 Review Roundup: J.J. Abrams' STAR TREK: INTO DARKNESS
May 16, 2013
J.J. Abrams' STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS hits theaters tomorrow, Friday May 17th. Let's see what the critics have to say!
 STAR TREK: INTO DARKNESS Tops Fandango's 'Most Anticipated Movie' List
May 16, 2013
Fandango, the nation's leading moviegoer destination, reported today that J.J. Abrams' highly anticipated 'Star Trek Into Darkness' garnered 96 out of 100 score on the company's Fanticipation movie buzz indicator that measures fan sentiment around the weekend box office line-up.
 Photo Flash: First Look - Photo for Lars von Trier's NYMPHOMANIAC
May 16, 2013
Zentropa Entertainments and Nordisk Film have released a new promo photo for Lars von Trier's NYMPHOMANIAC, along with the news that the film will have its world premiere in Copenhagen, Denmark this December. Get a first look below!
 Cate Blanchett to Star in David Mamet's BLACKBIRD
May 16, 2013
Variety reports that Cate Blanchett has signed on to lead David Mamet's BLACKBIRD, described as 'a present-day Hitchcockian nailbiter turning on a secret explanation for the 1963 assassination of U.S. president John F. Kennedy.'
 Scarlett Johansson to Make Directorial Debut in SUMMER CROSSING
May 16, 2013
Variety reports that Scarlett Johansson will make her directorial debut in the upcoming big screen has adaptation of Truman Capote's novel SUMMER CROSSING.
 Anne Hathaway Confirmed for Film Musical SONG ONE
May 16, 2013
Movieweb.com reports that Anne Hathaway has officially signed on to star in a new musical drama SONG ONE from Worldview Entertainment. The project will be helmed by Kate Barker-Froyland from her own screenplay.
 BEFORE MIDNIGHT's Richard Linklater, Ethan Hawke and More Kick Off Film Society of Lincoln Center's Free Summer Talks
May 16, 2013
The Film Society of Lincoln Center has announced its FREE Summer Talks series, kicking off this week with BEFORE MIDNIGHT director Richard Linklater, actors Julie Delpy and Ethan Hawke tonight, May 16th at 8PM at the Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center's Amphitheater. Moderated by Film Comment contributor Phillip Lopate, the evening will be free to the public and will include a selection of clips and questions from the audience.
 Amanda Seyfried & Chris Pine to Lead Nuclear Wasteland Film Z FOR ZACHARIAH
May 15, 2013
Chris Pine and Seyfried have signed on to star in Craig Zobel's film adaptation of Rober C. O'Brien's classic sci-fi novel Z FOR ZACHARIAH, it was announced today. Tobey Maguire will produce via Material Pictures along with Zik Zak Filmworks.
 Samuel L. Jackson to Join Hailee Steinfeld in BARELY LETHAL
May 15, 2013
According to Variety, the acclaimed actor has signed on for Kyle Newman's upcoming action-comedy BARELY LETHAL. The film, penned by John D'Arco, will be produced by Brett Ratner, RKO and Hopscotch Features.
 IRON MAN 3 to Hit $1 Billion in Worldwide Sales Tomorrow
May 15, 2013
According to Deadline, the third installment following the iconic Tony Stark will hit $1 billion in worldwide sales tomorrow, while simultaneously reaching $300 million at the domestic box office. As of today, the film has currently earned $685.6 million internationally, and $294.7 million in the U.S.
 Image Entertainment Picks Up TOKAREV Starring Nicolas Cage
May 15, 2013
Image Entertainment, an RLJ Entertainment (NASDAQ: RLJE) brand, has acquired all US and Canadian rights to Hannibal Classics' new action-thriller Tokarev, starring Nicolas Cage. Tokarev (working title) is scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2014. The deal was announced today by Image Entertainment's Chief Acquisitions Officer, Bill Bromiley.
 Disney Yanks Made Over 'Merida' Amid Backlash
May 15, 2013
Amidst the upheavel that BRAVE's 'Merida' had undergone a sexified makeover for her induction into the Disney Princess ranks, the company has promptly yanked her from its website.
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