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Variety reports that Sofia Coppola has started developing her dramatic comedy ‘Somewhere’ at Focus Features. The film stars Stephen Dorff and Elle Fanning in the story of a “bad-“boy” actor living the party life at the West Hollywood Chateua Marmont. He is then visited by his 11-year-old daughter unexpectedly, forcing him to look at his …
In an interview with Billboard, Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready said that the band is working with filmmaker Cameron Crowe on a behind-the-scenes type film. Here’s what McCready said: “We’re building up to our big 20th anniversary… We’re trying to have a little campaign of building rereleases with new mixes and new outtakes up until …
Warner Bros. says their budget is locked, and “The Green Lantern” will cost $150 million. The movie will be shot in Sydney, Australia because the studio feels that their money can go a little further Down Under than it can in the States. Martin Campbell, (“Casino Royale,” “Goldeneye,” “The Mask of Zoro,”) is directing. No …
If you’re a frequent reader of this site, you might be aware that we called for a boycott of the AMC movie theater chain. I had what could be considered an incredibly disheartening conversation with the manager on duty who suggested that as long as the ratio to non-complaining patrons isn’t outweighed by complaining patrons, …
This week Quentin Tarantino was a guest mentor on “American Idol.” Last night, during the results show, they aired a :42 clip from the movie, featuring behind-the-scenes footage as well as a first glimpse of Mike Myers as General Ed French. “Basterds” will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival next month and will open August …
The first picture from Johnny Depp’s new movie, based on Hunter S. Thompson’s lone published novel, “The Rum Diary,” has been released. The movie stars Depp, Aaron Eckhart, Amber Heard and Richard Jenkins. Bruce Robinson is directing. “The Rum Diary,” tells the story of journalist Paul Kemp, who resorts to alcohol and sex to pass …
X-Men film producer Lauren Schuler Donner is reportedly planning another X-Men spin off film series, this time called “X-Men: First Class. The film will follow the first class at Professor Xavier’s school, so audiences will see young Scotts, Jeans, and Beasts. Donner is hopeful that audiences will love the new take on the origin story …
Actress Marilyn Chambers, best known for the starring role in the 1970s adult film classic, “Deep Throat,” has died at age 56. Chambers was found in her home Sunday night. Police do not suspect foul play, but are conducting toxicology tests and awaiting results. Chambers also appeared in David Cronenberg’s early film, “Rabid.” She also …
Producer Frank Marshall has updated his Twitter page with a news that will be disappointing with fans of Jason Bourne. Marshall posted that screenwriter Greg Nolfi’s script won’t be finished until June, which means production will be delayed a little. Previously, it was believed that the movie was going to be hitting screens next summer. …
Michael Sheen, best known for playing David Frost in “Frost/Nixon,” and Tony Blair in “The Queen,” has signed on to “New Moon,” the second film in the popular “Twilight” series. Sheen, (who also appeared in the “Underworld,” films,) will play Aro, leader of Volturi. (I have no idea what that sentence means.) Sheen was reportedly …