The slightly controversial casting of Henry Cavill as Clark Kent in Zack Snyder’s Superman reboot took place over the weekend, but everyone now wonders who gets the gig of playing Lois Lane. Dianna Agron, Malin Akerman, Kristen Bell, Jessica Biel, Rachel McAdams, Kristen Stewart, and Mary Elizabeth Winstead are all possibilities to play the Daily Planet reporter, but Latino Review got a tip that Olivia Wilde of House fame might snag the role.
We don’t know who Gordon-Levitt will be playing, but Deadline is confident he’s negotiating to join the cast. Although the director is keeping Gordon-Levitt’s role under wraps right now, Warner Bros. might release that information in the coming weeks as they did recently with recent casting additions Tom Hardy (Bane) and Anne Hathaway (Selina Kyle).
If you are fan of violence horror or like your sci-fi really down to Earth then you will be happy with this week’s releases. If you not into those types of film, then there is a selection of drama, comedy, foreign art-house from Poland and France, family films and Hilary Swank in two films based on true stories.
Now that “Bond 23” has moved into development for a November 2012 release, the rumor mill involving casting has begun, and what could be more juicy then Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem being offered a leading role in 007’s next adventure?
The Rite clawed its way out of the depths and up to number one. Anothony Hopkin’s familiar tale of demon possession was enough for a few to enjoy. It scared $15.5 million out of American pockets, narrowly beating out holdover No Strings Attached. The Mechanic matched The Green Hornet with $11.5 million; good enough for third and fourth places.
Actor Henry Cavill is set to portray Clark Kent in director Zack Snyder’s upcoming reboot Superman: Man of Steel. According to The Wrap, Snyder expressed zeal over Cavill taking the role of Clark Kent: “In the pantheon of superheroes, Superman is the most recognized and revered character of all time, and I am honored to be a part of his return to the big screen. I also join Warner Bros., Legendary and the producers in saying how excited we are about the casting of Henry. He is the perfect choice to don the cape and S shield.”
Years of development and a successful release made Heavy Rain a must own, PS3 exclusive title. Given it’s style, it’s no surprise that a film adaptation would be put into motion. Now,Variety has it that David Milch, creator of NYPD Blue and Deadwood, is set to adapt the game’s extensive (and often wandering) script for Warner Bros, who have moved to fast-track the project.
Peter Jackson, who is currently recovering from a surgical procedure regarding a perforated ulcer. Why do we share this (kind of) invasive information about the “Lord of the Rings” director?
One reason: it’ll cause a slight delay on the production of The Hobbit.
Snow White and the Huntsman is bringing Viggo Mortensen on board to star. According to Variety, he’s negotiating to play the titular huntsman who trains Snow White and helps her escape from the Evil Queen. At one point Johnny Depp was looking like a possibility for this role.
Though Variety reports that Universal wants “a fresh face” for the film – a la True Grit breakthrough and Oscar nominee Hailee Steinfeld – Kristen Stewart tops the studio’s list of actresses being sought to play Snow White according to The Hollywood Reporter. Emily Browning, Felicity Jones, Riley Keough, and Felicity Jones all conducted screen tests, but testing isn’t necessary for Stewart thanks to her star power attained from starring in the Twilight films.
Actor Michael Fassbender just recently signed on to star in Ridley Scott’s Prometheus alongside Noomi Rapace.
According to The Hollywood Reporter’s Heat Vision Blog, Fassbender portrays an android in the sci-fi epic. Since the fall he’s been in discussions to take on the role, and now that he’s officially signed on to star, he won’t be playing the titular huntsman in Snow White and the Huntsman; Viggo Mortensen just signed on for that role.
