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Discussion Continues for Lone Ranger Budget
We had previously reported how there was a big-to-do about the budget for "The Lone Ranger", and that Disney was really putting the pressure on to bring down the numbers, or no film would be made. Now, Rich Ross, Walt Disney Studios Chairman, has to decide whether...

9/1/2011 2:55 PM EDT  | Read More

Don't Be Afraid... Skarsgard Doesn't Bite
Alexander Skarsgard, who stars in "True Blood" and the upcoming films, "Melancholia" and "Straw Dogs", isn't one to ignore his fans. But there are some things that even he won't oblige a fan.Not surprisingly, he has been asked, on more t...

9/1/2011 2:48 PM EDT  | Read More

Taylor Lautner in Expendables?
A new list of possible actors for "The Expendables" has been reported about, and it's a bit surprising.When you think of "The Expendables", you think about tough guys - Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham and Taylor Lautner?Yes, THAT Taylor Lautner. App...

8/31/2011 5:02 PM EDT  | Read More

Lionsgate Announces National Sneak Peak Preview Screenings of Warrior
Santa Monica, CA, August 30, 2011- LIONSGATE® (NYSE: LGF), a leading global entertainment company, today announced a special sneak preview screening program for inspirational sports drama WARRIOR.  The screenings will be held on Sunday,...

8/30/2011 12:09 PM EDT  | Read More

Taken Sequel to Begin Shooting in October
The sequel to "Taken", the hit action film starring Liam Neeson, will begin filming earlier than they thought; they will begin in October.The film will be directed by Olivier Megaton along with Luc Besson producing. The original cast will be returning, which includ...

8/25/2011 2:11 PM EDT  | Read More

Alexander Skarsgard to Star in "Disconnect"
Alexander Skarsgard is definitely keeping busy. The Swedish True Blood actor has signed on to star in "Disconnect", an indie film.Skarsgard will play an ex-Marine who finds himself seeking an affair after being emotionally neglected by his wife. The film will follo...

8/25/2011 1:47 PM EDT  | Read More

"Wolverine" to Begin Shooting in Spring
Fans will have to wait even longer now for the "Wolverine 2" film. The film now has a start date of Spring 2012 for filming.The sequel will take place mostly in Japan, but it is up in the air right now about exactly where to shoot. The location may be switched to C...

8/25/2011 10:20 AM EDT  | Read More

Disney Fires Marvel Marketing Team
It has been reported that Disney has gotten rid of most of their Marvel marketing team. Dana Precious, EVP of Worldwide Marketing for Marvel's LA Studios, has reportedly been fired, as well as Jeffrey Stewart, VP of Worldwide Marketing and Jodi Miller, Manager of Worldwide M...

8/24/2011 9:35 AM EDT  | Read More

Donnie Yen Offered Role in "Expendables"
The "Expendables" cast rumors continue to grow. Donnie Yen is the latest to be offered what is called a tailor-made role in the upcoming sequel.While reps for Yen have confirmed the offer, they are waiting for him to see the script to make a final decision.Other ru...

8/23/2011 2:51 PM EDT  | Read More

Rosamund Pike Negotiating for "One Shot"
Rosamund Pike, who played Andromeda in Clash of the Titans, is currently in negotiations for the female lead role in "One Shot", co-starring Tom Cruise.The film will be and adaptation of the Lee Child series of novels.  Pike would be playing Helen Rodin, a def...

8/17/2011 2:48 PM EDT  | Read More