By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Holly Golightly is the quintessential manic pixie dream girl. Think about it: she’s cute, she’s quirky, and, most importantly, she’s just damaged enough to be interesting. It seems that in adapting Truman Capote’s novel Breakfast at Tiffany’s into the 1961 film of the same name, director Blake Edwards created something…
Entertainment news round-up for Sept. 12
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling will be making her screenwriting debut with her first movie series, which will be based on the Hogwarts textbook Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. The films will focus on Newt Scamander, author of the fictional book that was mentioned in the Harry Potter series. “Fantastic Beasts and Where…
New Star Trek film has too little acting, critic says
The biggest problem with Star Trek Into Darkness is that it’s a sequel. A follow-up to J.J. Abrams’ 2009 Star Trek reboot, it feels a bit like a recycled version of its predecessor, with a rehashed plot and familiar themes. It’s entertaining enough, of course, but it doesn’t feel quite as fresh as it should.
Alan Arkin cast in ‘Million Dollar Arm’
By Amanda Ack Alan Arkin has joined the cast of Disney’s upcoming baseball drama “Million Dollar Arm.” Jon Hamm will also star in the film. For more information on the project, click here.
Jim Carrey to star in ‘Ricky Stanicky’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Jim Carrey is set to star in Summit Entertainment’s upcoming “Ricky Stanicky.” Steve Oedekerk will write and direct the film. For more information on the project, click here.
Julian Sands joins ‘Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” actor Julian Sands has joined the cast of “Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks.” The film is Richard Alfieri’s adaptation of his play of the same name. For more information on the project, click here.
Anne Hathaway in talks for ‘Interstellar’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Anne Hathaway is in negotiations to join the cast of Christopher Nolan’s upcoming “Interstellar.” Hathaway would star opposite Matthew McConaughey. For more information on the project, click here.
Zoe Saldana in talks to join ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Zoe Saldana is in negotiations to join the cast of Marvel’s upcoming “Guardians of the Galaxy.” Saldana would play “Gamora.” For more information on the project, click here.
Mads Mikkelsen, Bryan Cranston and Rebel Wilson join ‘Kung Fu Panda 3’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Mads Mikkelsen, Bryan Cranston and Rebel Wilson will lend their voices to DreamWorks Animation’s upcoming “Kung Fu Panda 3.” Returning actors from the franchise’s previous films include Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, and and Seth Rogen. For more information on the project, click here.
Dan Stevens in talks for ‘Swallows and Amazons’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic “Downton Abbey” actor Dan Stevens is in negotiations to star in Charles and Thomas Guard’s upcoming “Swallows and Amazons.” The film is based on Arthur Ransome’s book of the same name. For more information on the project, click here.
Liam Hemsworth to star in ‘The Raven’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Liam Hemsworth is in final negotiations to star in Ricardo de Montreuil’s upcoming “The Raven.” The film is based on de Montreuil’s short film of the same name. For more information on the project, click here.
Layoffs underway at Disney
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Disney has begun laying off around 150 employees at Walt Disney Studios. The company plans to rely more on its Marvel, Pixar, and LucasFilm banners. For more information, click here.
Allison Janney in talks for ‘Tammy’
By Amanda Ack Allison Janney is in negotiations to join the cast of Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone’s upcoming “Tammy.” Janney would play McCarthy’s mother. For more information on the project, click here.
Richard Linklater in talks to helm ‘A Walk in the Woods’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Richard Linklater is in negotiations to direct “A Walk in the Woods,” a film adaptation of Bill Bryson’s travel memoir of the same name. Robert Redford is set to produce and star in the picture. For more information on the project, click here.
Leonardo DiCaprio to produce HBO’s ‘Gorbachev’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Leonardo DiCaprio is set to produce HBO Films’ upcoming “Gorbachev.” Mikhail Gorbachev himself has served as a consultant on the project. For more information, click here.
Kellan Lutz to star in ‘Hercules 3D’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Kellan Lutz has signed on to play the lead role in Renny Harlin’s upcoming “Tarzan 3D.” The film will begin shooting in Bulgaria next month. For more information on the project, click here.
Queen Elizabeth receives honorary BAFTA
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic The British Academy of Film and Television Arts honored Queen Elizabeth with an honorary award at a ceremony on Friday. The organization honored Queen Elizabeth for her support of filmmaking in the UK. For more information, click here.
Omar Sy joins ‘Candy Store’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic French actor Omar Sy has joined the cast of Stephen Gaghan’s upcoming action-thriller “Candy Store.” Sy will play the film’s villain. For more information on the project, click here.
‘Gatsby’ soundtrack revealed
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic The soundtrack list for Baz Luhrmann’s upcoming “The Great Gatsby” has been released. The movie will feature songs by Jay-Z and Lana Del Rey. For the full tracklist, click here.
Legendary film critic passes away
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Film critic Roger Ebert died on April 5. He was 70 years old. For more information on Ebert’s life and career, click here.
Jessica Chastain signs on to ‘Crimson Peak’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Jessica Chastain is the latest addition to the cast of Guillermo Del Toro’s upcoming “Crimson Peak.” Other actors in the film will include Emma Stone, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Charlie Hunnam. For more information on the project, click here.
Bradley Cooper joins ‘Jane Got a Gun’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Bradley Cooper has signed on to play the villain in Gavin O’Connor’s upcoming Western “Jane Got a Gun.” Other actors already cast in the film include Natalie Portman and Joel Edgerton. For more information on the project, click here.
New ‘Arrested Development’ available in May
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic New episodes of “Arrested Development” will be available on Netflix on May 26. There will be 15 episodes. For more information, click here.
Sally Hawkins joins ‘Godzilla’
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Sally Hawkins has landed the final lead role in Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros.’ upcoming “Godzilla.” The film is slated for a May 2014 release. For more information on the project, click here.
VFX studio Rhythm and Hues finds buyer
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Rhythm and Hues, the bankrupt visual effects company behind “Life of Pi,” has been acquired by Prana Studios. Prana is a VFX and animation studio based in Los Angeles and Mumbai. For more information on the deal, click here.
Judy Greer joins ‘Planet of the Apes’ film
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Judy Greer has signed on to star in “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.” Greer will play a chimpanzee named Cordelia. For more information on the film, click here.
