First Trailer for THE GREAT GATSBY Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, and Carey Mulligan [UPDATED with Poster]

by Dave Trumbore    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 4:41 pm

The first trailer for director Baz Luhrmann‘s The Great Gatsby has gone online.  While I’m not the biggest fan of the source material, I do happen to be a fan of Luhrmann’s.  Having this phenomenal cast lined up for the production doesn’t hurt either and this new trailer gives us a glimpse at each of them in turn.  There are no 3D effects on display as of yet, but the first trailer highlights all of the bravura, hyperbole and flair we’ve come to expect from the Moulin Rouge! director.  While I was a little put off by the choice of music for the trailer, I’ve got faith that the soundtrack will be exemplary as always.

Hit the jump to watch the trailer.  The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Jason Clarke and Isla Fisher.  The Great Gatsby opens in 3D on December 25th. [Update: We've now added the teaser poster, which you can find after the jump.]

Editorial: How Does THE DARK KNIGHT RISES End and Where Will BATMAN Begin Again?

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 4:16 pm

Now that The Avengers has delighted audiences and killed at the box office, it’s time to move onto the next big and shiny superhero toy: The Dark Knight Rises*.  The film will be Christopher Nolan and Christian Bale‘s final go-round with the Batman, and audiences are excited to see how, to quote the poster, “the legend ends.”  And after the legend has ended, how will Warner Bros. proceed with one of their most successful franchises?

Hit the jump for my prediction on how The Dark Knight Rises will end, how I’d like the Batman franchise to continue, and what I think Warner Bros. has in store for the caped crusader.

New Featurette for PIRANHA 3DD Focuses on David Hasselhoff

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 3:55 pm

A new featurette for Piranha 3DD has been released, but if you were expecting a behind-the-scenes look at the gore or even the nudity of Piranha 3DD, you’ll be sorely disappointed.  Instead, this featurette is a slightly strange look at star David Hasselhoff.  We see some bits of footage involving The Hoff’s character (he plays himself), but we’re also lead into the actor’s trailer by Hasselhoff himself.  He dons a David Hasselhoff mask and hawks Hasselhoff merchandise, and I’m not sure that he’s being entirely facetious.

Hit the jump to watch the featurette.  Directed by John Gulager, the film also stars Ving Rhames, Christopher Lloyd, Paul Scheer, Katrina Bowden, and Danielle Panabaker.  Piranha 3DD opens on June 1st.

Director Philip Kaufman Talks HEMINGWAY & GELLHORN Starring Clive Owen and Nicole Kidman

by Christina Radish    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 2:28 pm

Hemingway & Gellhorn – premiering on HBO on May 28^th and directed by Philip Kaufman (The Unbearable Lightness of Being, The Right Stuff, Henry & June) from a script by Jerry Stahl and Barbara Turner – recounts the passionate love affair and tumultuous marriage of literary master Ernest Hemingway (Clive Owen) and trailblazing war correspondent Martha Gellhorn (Nicole Kidman), following their relationship through the Spanish Civil War and beyond.  As the two witnessed history, they covered all the great conflicts of their time, but just couldn’t overcome their own conflicts at home.  The film also stars David Strathairn, Molly Parker, Rodrigo Santoro, Parker Posey, Lars Ulrich, Santiago Cabrera, Saverio Guerra, Peter Coyote, Diane Baker, Joan Chen and Tony Shalhoub.

During this exclusive interview with Collider, accomplished filmmaker and multiple Academy Award nominee Philip Kaufman (whose writing credits include Raiders of the Lost Ark) talked about how this film was brought to him, making his first feature for television, how Nicole Kidman and Clive Owen came to the project, his decision to intersperse black and white and color footage throughout the film, and shooting entirely in San Francisco, which doubled for seven different countries.  He also talked about how he’s currently developing a number of projects, but doesn’t know which one he’ll do next.  Check out what he had to say after the jump:

Two New TV Spots for Pixar’s BRAVE; Plus Compilation CD Parody Video for “Freedom Broch!”

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 2:23 pm

With exactly one month to go before the film’s release, the marketing campaign for Disney-Pixar’s Brave is ramping up.  Two new TV spots have been unveiled, and they show off a few looks at some new footage.  Both spots play up the comedy aspect of the film, with the 60-second spot throwing in a bit more action to attract male viewers.  My ticket is already automatically sold for any Pixar movie that doesn’t have “Cars” in the title, but I wonder how many undecideds will be won over by these goofy spots.  They appeal more to kids than grown-ups, but the brief dramatic aspects we’ve seen in the theatrical trailers look truly promising.  I hope a great deal of the heart that we’ve come to expect from Pixar is included in the finished film.

Additionally, Pixar has also released a tie-in video done in the style of those ads for compilation CDs that play late at night on TV.  This one touts the release of “Freedom Broch!” which includes all your favorite rockin’ bagpipe hits.  Watch the TV spots and “Freedom Broch!” video after the jump.

Teaser for Jamie Benning’s “Filmumentary” INSIDE JAWS

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 1:39 pm

Jamie Benning has quickly become a familiar name among cinephiles.  He creates hardcore documentaries, or “filmumentaries” by spending months combing through all the supplemental material for a specific film. He then puts together a “filmumentary” in which the movie plays all the way through with behind-the-scenes video, audio commentary from cast and crew, deleted scenes, and a subtitled fact track seamlessly intercut with the feature.  We posted the unofficial Raiders of the Lost Ark “filmumentary” earlier this year, and for fans who savor every piece of information regarding the production of a film, Benning’s projects are a must-see.

For his next film, Benning is tackling Steven Spielberg’s Jaws.  A teaser for the Inside Jaws “filmumentary” has been released, giving us a taste of what’s to come from the finished product.  Hit the jump to check it out.  Also, for those unaware, Jaws is finally coming to Blu-ray later this year.

Six New Character Posters for THE DARK KNIGHT RISES

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 12:19 pm

Yesterday, Warner Bros. released a very fire-y poster for The Dark Knight Rises.  I speculated at the time that it might be the final poster for Christopher Nolan’s third and last Batpic, but I am now prepared to eat my hat as six new character posters for the film have gone online.  Three of the posters ditch the oh-so-colorfulness of yesterday’s one-sheet in favor of rain and gloom; ah, there’s the Christopher Nolan we know and love.  The other three posters involve snow, so hopefully three posters with a beach theme are on the way soon (I can only imagine Bane will be sporting a speedo).  The posters are actually pretty cool, and they give us a nice look at Christian Bale’s Batman, Anne Hathaway’s Catwoman, and Tom Hardy’s Bane.  For some reason there appears to be a good amount of rocks/debris coming down with the rain, and no one remembered to bring an extra-strength umbrella.  Classic Batman.

Hit the jump to check out the posters.  The film also stars Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Marion Cotillard, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.  The Dark Knight Rises opens on July 20th.

Watch Bill Murray Give a Rum-Induced Tour of the MOONRISE KINGDOM Set; Plus Gorgeous Alternate Posters

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 12:00 pm

Wes Anderson’s latest feature, Moonrise Kingdom, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival last week to a wildly enthusiastic response, and now us commonfolk are nearing the chance to check the film out ourselves.  The film opens in limited release this Friday, May 25th, and a new featurette has gone online in which star Bill Murray gives a tour of the Moonrise Kingdom under the influence of some tasty Sailor Jerry’s.  It’s the kind of featurette that could only happen with Murray involved.  Additionally, Shortlist Magazine commissioned a number of posters for Moonrise Kingdom that have turned out splendidly; there’s one done in the style of a record that I absolutely must have right this second.

Hit the jump to check out the featurette and posters.  The film also stars Bruce Willis, Tilda Swinton, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, and Jason Schwartzman.

Natalie Portman to Star in Lynne Ramsay’s Western JANE GOT A GUN

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 11:32 am

After taking some much-deserved time off following her Best Actress Oscar win for Black Swan and the birth of her child, Natalie Portman is beginning to line up a slate of upcoming projects.  She’s set to star in two new Terrence Malick films and she’ll return for Thor 2, and now she’s attached herself to star in and produce a wildly interesting project called Jane Got a Gun.  The film, described as a Western, was written by Brian Duffield and centers on “a woman whose outlaw husband returns home barely alive and riddled with bullet wounds. She is forced to reach out to an ex-lover and ask if he will help defend her farm when her husband’s gang eventually tracks him down to finish the job.”  Hit the jump for more.

Casting Call: Mark Duplass Joins Kathryn Bigelow’s ZERO DARK THIRTY, T.I. Added to IDENTITY THEFT, Bobby Cannavale Set for Woody Allen’s Next Film

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 11:09 am

We’ve got a few casting stories to share this afternoon.  Briefly:

• Multifaceted writer/director/actor Mark Duplass has been added to the already-in-production drama about the hunt for Osama Bin Laden, Zero Dark Thirty, directed by Kathryn Bigelow.
• Rapper T.I. joins Jason Bateman and Melissa McCarthy in the comedy Identity Theft.
• Bobby Cannavale has been added to the cast of Woody Allen’s untitled next film.

Hit the jump for more details on each casting addition.

LUCK Star Jason Gedrick Lands Multi-Episode Arc on Season Seven of DEXTER

by Ethan Anderton    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 10:53 am

With HBO putting Luck out of its misery earlier this year, that leaves one of the series’ stars to travel to another cable network for a high profile role. Showtime has announced that Jason Gedrick, who can also be seen in films like Iron Eagle, Promised Land and Backdraft, has landed a multi-episode arc in the forthcoming seventh season of Dexter. Though we don’t know the specifics of the story this season, Gedrick will play the manager of a Miami-area gentlemen’s club that becomes linked to a high-profile murder case. This comes after Ray Stevenson has been cast in a role that will likely turn out to be some sort of adversary for Michael C. Hall as everyone’s favorite serial killer.

Hopefully this summer we’ll find out more about what Dexter will be encountering this season after the conclusion of the sixth season really shook things up between Dexter and his sister Deb, and will likely test the bonds of the brother and sister duo at the Miami Metro Police Department. Stay tuned for more updates on Dexter and our eager anticipation of the season premiere on September 30th at 9/8c. Check out the full press release after the jump.

Damon Lindelof Talks at Length about the Ending of LOST

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 9:52 am

Lost ended almost two years ago, and the finale was predictably controversial and divisive.  After the finale, show-runners Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse understandably went radio-silent, so the ending could sink in.  The duo also didn’t return to Comic-Con that summer because it wouldn’t have been a conversation with fans but an inquisition (although I would have liked to seen the room erupt in a massive conflict between people who liked the ending and those who disliked it).  While Lindelof eventually did open up regarding some of the fan questions, I haven’t seen a one-on-one interview where he has a civil conversation about the ending rather than an interrogation.

Today, a one-on-one interview has gone online, and it features Lindelof talking about the reactions to the ending, his intent, and providing a little clarification on some vague points, but never clearing up the ambiguity of the show’s final scenes.  Hit the jump to check out the interview and my reaction to it.

New Image from Baz Lurhmann’s THE GREAT GATSBY

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 8:29 am

A new image from Baz Luhrmann‘s The Great Gatsby has gone online.  The image shows “flamboyant and suave Jewish money lender” Meyer Wolfsheim (Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan) sitting next to Nick Carraway (Tobey Maguire) and Jay Gatsby (Leonardo DiCaprio).  However, don’t expect to see much of Wolfsheim in the picture.  “I play Meyer Wolfsheim for about a few seconds…,” Bachchan tells THR, “by the time you look down on your popcorn to pick another morsel, I’d be gone from the film…he, he…kinda short service… But with giants of Hollywood – Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire.”  Still, it’s not bad gig for someone who hosts the Indian version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? I never saw Regis Philbin in a potential awards-contender.

Hit the jump to check out the full image, and click here for Steve’s thoughts on the footage he saw at CinemaCon.  The film also stars Carey Mulligan, Jason Clarke, Isla Fisher, and Joel Edgerton.  The Great Gatsby opens in 3D on December 25th.

Wes Anderson’s Next Feature Will Reunite the Director with Owen Wilson

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: May 22nd, 2012 at 7:54 am

Until Wes Anderson‘s upcoming flick Moonrise Kingdom, Owen Wilson had played a part in all of the director’s feature-length films.  While the streak has been broken, their relationship will carry on with Anderson’s next untitled feature.  Anderson has now told the Dallas News’ Pop Culture Blog [via The Film Stage] that the movie will be an ensemble piece, he’s written a part for Wilson, and the actor has signed on.  The script is halfway finished, but few details are known about the picture.  However, Anderson, who’s currently spending some time in Paris, did tell Harper’s BAZAAR [via The Playlist] that “it’s a film I want to make in Europe, a Euro movie.”

Hit the jump for a list of other projects on Wilson’s slate.  Moonrise Kingdom stars Bruce Willis, Tilda Swinton, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, Jason Schwartzman, Jared Gilman, and Kara Hayward.  The film opens in limited release this Friday, and will expand wide in the following weeks.

Will Dwayne Johnson Play LOBO in the Warner Bros. Adaptation of the DC Comic?

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: May 21st, 2012 at 9:50 pm

Last week, a random Twitter user mentioned her desire to see The Rock as a DC superhero.  Dwayne Johnson, forever in touch with his fans, tweeted in response, “Funny U say that…“  That obviously sparked fervent speculation.  Bleeding Cool followed up with an interesting possibility: the antihero biker Lobo.  Bleeding Cool admits their source is untested, one who purportedly overheard Johnson boasting at a party that he will play Lobo.  But the rumor is a good fit.  There is a Lobo adaptation in development.  Brad Peyton, the director of Johnson’s last movie Journey 2: The Center of the Earth, is steering the ship.  And no actor really has that Lobo physique other than The Rock.  So all the pieces fit—we’re just missing the important ones that spell “O-f-f-i-c-i-a-l” across the top.  We’ll put a pin in this for now.  In the meantime, hit the jump for background on Lobo.

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