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Seth Rogen and Barbra Streisand: comedy duo?
He’s developing a road trip pic for her…
BY James White Jul 2nd 2009 // 6:06AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
Clearly aiming to snatch the title of Busiest Bloke In Hollywood, Seth Rogen is developing lots of projects these days – and one includes a juicy part for Barbra Streisand.
Yes, while she’s known for her comedy as well as her drama – see Meet The Fockers and other, better movies as evidence – the idea that she might team up with the Apatow veteran never occurred.
Jessica Biel joining Thor?
Rumours swirl about her being “in talks”
BY James White Jul 2nd 2009 // 5:05AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
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It’s only just started to gear up properly, but the rumours about Thor casting are still rolling – with Jessica Biel reportedly in talks.
According to “sources” that talked to Nuke The Fridge (so hire a truck of salt to take it with), Biel is in discussions to play the lead’s love interest.
There’s no word on what that might mean, but the site does have suggestions, including a human nurse who becomes Thor’s lady when he’s stuck on Earth, The Enchantress or Sif, and Asgardian warrior who Thor falls for.
Bill Nighy cast in The Deathly Hallows!
“He’s a goodie…”
BY James White Jul 1st 2009 // 7:07AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
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Bill Nighy has confirmed that he’s nabbed a role in Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows.
While he can’t say too much about it yet – likely under threat of a crucio curse – he has admitted to The Independent that he’s taken a role.
"I don't think I'm allowed to say it but I'm going to be in the next Harry Potter film," he says.
The Informant! Trailer is here
Soderbergh's latest... and it's a comedy!
BY James White Jul 1st 2009 // 6:06AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
The trailer for Steven Soderbergh’s new pic, The Informant! is now online and you can see it below.
What was initially thought might be a deep stare into corporate culture and whistle blowing looks like more of a black comedy, with Soderbergh bringing both Matt Damon and a little of the Ocean’s style to the film.
Not only does it look like a lot of fu
Couples Retreat trailer unpacks
The new Vince Vaughn comedy is here…
BY James White Jun 30th 2009 // 3:03AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
The first trailer for the comedy Couples Retreat has arrived and you can watch it below.
Featuring a host of laugh-grabbing talent including Vince Vaughn (who came up with the idea), Jon Favreau, Jason Bateman, Kristen Bell, Malin Akerman, Faizon Love and Britain’s own Peter Serafinowicz, Couples Retreat looks silly, but fun.
It’s the tale of four couples who go on a lush tropical getaway so one of the pairs can work on their marriage issues.
Alvin & The Chipmunks 2 teaser hits
The Squeakuel is upon us. Run!
BY James White Jun 30th 2009 // 23:23PM FILED UNDER: Movie News
The first teaser trailer for Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakuel has arrived.
Let’s face it, you knew it was coming the minute the first movie made ten bazillion dollars at the box office.
Much as many of us might hate the idea of the CG singing ‘toon beasties, the kids love ‘em and they’re here to stay.
So grab an ankle biter and make them watch it a thousand times in punishment for what they did.
Transformation Sweding Challenge Winner!
Find out who won, enter this month’s contest…
BY Total Film Jun 30th 2009 // 8:08AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
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The latest winner of our monthly Sweding Challenge has been chosen.
Her name is Jasmine Sahu and her film recreates the regeneration scene in the Doctor Who movie (as if you couldn’t work that out by watching it).
It’s great – and you can see it below.
And in between stuffing prizes into a fat envelope for Jasmine, we’ve come up with a new Challenge.
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Duncan Jones’ follow-up to Moon
BY James White Jun 30th 2009 // 8:08AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
In between plugging sci-fi pic Moon, Duncan Jones has been talking more about the next one – futuristic thriller Mute.
“Moon (below) is about alienation and isolation,” he told Screen Daily. “The next one will have a different vibe. It’s not about one actor on their own, it’s an ensemble piece.”
So what is it about, exactly? Jones wouldn’t spill much, but fortunately, producer Stuart Fenegan was on hand to fill in a little more info.
Guy Pearce is Afraid Of The Dark
He should be – he’s in a new horror
BY James White Jun 30th 2009 // 8:08AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
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Guy Pearce is close to jumping aboard Don’t Be Afraid Of The Dark, in which he’ll star alongside Katie Holmes.
He’s locking down the final elements of a deal to join the movie, which Troy Nixey, one of Guillermo del Toro’s proteges, is directing.
It’s all based on a 1973 TV movie that follows a young girl who moves in with her father and his girlfriend (Holmes, below), only to discover that the house already has tenants – DEMONIC TENANTS.
Amy Adams up for The Fighter
She’ll play a tough bartender in the pic…
BY James White Jun 30th 2009 // 8:08AM FILED UNDER: Movie News
Amy Adams is looking to switch her rep from sweet heroine to tough bartender with a role in David O. Russell’s The Fighter.
The movie, which charts the early years of championship boxer “Irish” Mickey Ward (Mark Wahlberg) and his half-brother who helps him train (Christian Bale), is set to finally kick off shooting this summer.
Adams would play a gritty drink slinger from Massachusetts who dates Wahlberg.
