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Weekend Movie News Wrap Up : December 27, 2009

10 hours ago | ScreenRant.com | See recent Screen Rant news »

This week:

Avatar beats Holmes to number one; Kevin Bacon is Super; Jackson and Kilmer fire a Gun and Paramount saddle up for The Further Adventures of Doc Holiday.

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James Cameron is the “King of the World”. The Terminator has yet another Titanic hit on his hands with Avatar. The fantasy adventure epic has banked another $76 million for a magic $217 million total.

Robert Downey Jr’s Sherlock Holmes had to settle for the runner-up position with a decent $65 million debut. It looks like Downey Jr. now has two action franchises to play with!

 

The Alvin and the Chipmunks sequel brought in another $50 million for a $84 million total. It looks like a third installment will be on the way.

Meryl Streep shows that she can still open a movie with It’s Complicated. The comedy had a $23 million opening. Never underestimate the power of Streep.

George Clooney’s Up in the Air »

- Niall Browne

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Josh Duhamel happy at home

24 December 2009 3:13 AM, PST | Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news »

Josh Duhamel wants a quiet Christmas at home with Fergie. The 'Transformers' actor - who has had a rocky first year of marriage with his Black Eyed Peas star wife following accusations of adultery and break-ups - says he wants nothing more than to spend time at home with her over the holiday period. He said: "This Christmas I get to go home and we get to have a lot of time together so that's nice. It's my favourite time and she is everything to me. I can't wait." Josh, 37, was accused of cheating on the singer while he was away filming action movies after a Us stripper claimed she met him when he turned up at the club »

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Josh Duhamel happy at home

24 December 2009 1:45 AM, PST | Virgin Media - Movies | See recent Virgin Media - Movies news »

Josh Duhamel wants a quiet Christmas at home with Fergie. The 'Transformers' actor - who has had a rocky first year of marriage with his Black Eyed Peas star wife following accusations of adultery and break-ups - says he wants nothing more than to spend time at home with her over the holiday period. He said: ''This Christmas I get to go home and we get to have a lot of time together so that's nice. It's my favourite time and she is everything to me. I can't wait.'' Josh, 37, was accused of cheating on the singer while he was away filming .. »

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'Transformers' Writer To Script 'The Forgotten' Adaptation?

23 December 2009 6:01 AM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

Earlier this week, we brought you the news that producers Don Murphy ("We3") and John Wells had renewed their option on Jareth Grealish and Evan Young’s “The Forgotten” comic book. Grealish hinted that a "well-established screenwriter" was attached to the project, and it hasn't taken long for the first rumor to surface regarding who that writer could be.

According to SlashFilm, "Transformers" writer John Rogers will pen the screenplay for the film, which adapts the 2002 four-issue miniseries about a man with the ability to make those around him forget that he ever existed as he attempts to unravel a murder mystery.

If the rumor proves true, Rogers will add "The Forgotten" to a resume already stacked with comics projects and comics-related work. He previously scripted and produced an early adaptation of Warren Ellis' "Global Frequency" series, and co-created the new version of DC's Blue Beetle character with veteran »

- Rick Marshall

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John Rogers Transforms the forgotten Graphic Novel for the Big Screen

22 December 2009 4:36 PM, PST | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »

Leaving no stone unturned in its quest to find the next big budget graphic novel adaptation, Hollywood has finally gotten around to the forgotten, which was created by Evan Young and Jareth Grealish back in 2002.

/Film reports that Transformers scribe John Rogers will be handling the writing duties associated with bringing the world dreamt up by Young and Grealish (pictured below) to life on the big screen for Don Murphy's Angry Films. the forgotten is set against the backdrop of Philly, where an investigator who wields the power to make people forget about him is searching for the killer of an exotic dancer.

That's all for now, but look for updates soon.

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Writer Attached to Forgotten Adaptation

22 December 2009 | shocktillyoudrop.com | See recent shocktillyoudrop news »

An adaptation of the graphic novel "the forgotten" has found it's writer. John Rogers - responsible for the story behind Transformers (he apparently penned the first draft and takes "story" credit) - has been attached to the project by John Wells and Don Murphy's Angry Films. They're the ones who first optioned the property; that option has recently been renewed. Described as mixing the supernatural and film noir, Evan Young and Jareth Grealish's comic book - originally published in 2002 - is set against the backdrop of Philadelphia where an investigator is searching for an exotic dancer's killer. This investigator has the ability to make people forget about him. Handy power. No word on what kind of time line Rogers is working under, but we'll earmark »

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Celeb gaffes and best quotes of 2009

21 December 2009 6:45 PM, PST | Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news »

The 20 most stupid celebrity lines for 2009 were compiled by the UK Sun newspaper to reveal some true gems. Paris Hilton reportedly said of UK Prime Minister when quoting his name: 'It's Gordon – Gordon Ramsay?' Megan Fox, the Transformers bombshell, said: 'I'm clearly not ugly,' while The Hills star Spencer Pratt said of himself and his wife, Heidi Montag: 'We're the most famous people in the world.' Kate Winslet upon receiving a Golden Globe was flummoxed – but just for a second. 'I'm so sorry Anne, Meryl, Kristin – oh God, who's the other one?' she said of her famous co-nominees as she stunningly and momentarily forgot co-nominee Angelina Jolie. Cameron Diaz, »

- Philippa Bourke

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Idw previews 'Transformers: Nefarious'

21 December 2009 10:37 AM, PST | digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news »

Idw Publishing has released a solicitation for its upcoming comic book sequel to Michael Bay's Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen. Arriving in stores early next year, Transformers: Nefarious picks up where the movie left off. It will focus on the characters Soundwave and Ravage, as well as a new human organisation with sinister plans for the shape-shifting robots. "What is The Initiative? More to the point, why doesn't the all-seeing Soundwave know anything about (more) »

- By Mark Langshaw

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The Decade’s Film: 2005-2009

21 December 2009 7:33 AM, PST | t5m.com | See recent t5m.com news »

It had been a successful decade for the comic book movie, with that trend continuing into the latter half of the decade. Just as looked like the public demand for irradiated heroes looked to be diminishing, with lacklustre showings from the likes of Spider-Man 3 and Fantastic Four, out came Iron Man. Coupled with a brilliant script and an excellent performance from Robert Downey Jr as the titular zillionaire industrialist/playboy/freedom fighter/all-round genius, the end result was something truly special. Downey’s career was also revitalised, earning him a role in Tropic Thunder (which would earn him an Oscar nomination). Louis Leterrier’s The Incredible Hulk took a similar approach, this time giving Edward Norton of Fight Club fame a shot at getting under the skin of the green goliath.  They set a tough act to follow, but followed they were by one Christopher Nolan. With the Batman »

- Uprising

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Discuss: Who Is the Filmmaker of the Decade…You Decide!

20 December 2009 6:57 PM, PST | FusedFilm | See recent FusedFilm news »

With 2009 ending and 10 years into the new millennium passed we have decided to look at who should be considered the filmmaker of the decade. The guy or perhaps girl who has really made a presence and stamp on cinema and filmmaking over the past 10 years. So tell us – is it Steven Soderbergh, the Coen Brothers, Chris Nolan, Michael Bay perhaps?

Think back to 2000 and all the films that have come out since then, all the directors out there. There is such an amazing amount of movies and directors that stand out in this decade and we feel like at FusedFilm.com that this list features all the appropriate names that should be considered Filmmaker of the Decade. We are proud to announce our choice for Filmmaker of the Decade…Mr. Christopher Nolan, beating out Peter Jackson by 1 vote.

Our vote comprised of 12 voters from FusedFilm’s staff and 3 from outside sites – MarketSaw, »

- Fused Film Staff

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Films Of The Decade – Alex’s List

18 December 2009 4:15 PM, PST | FilmShaft.com | See recent FilmShaft.com news »

10 years is bloody ages in film terms. To narrow it down to my ten favourite films of the decade was no easy task. Even now I look at my list and can’t help but think…where the hell is Gladiator? Why didn’t I include any Lord Of The Rings films? What about The Dark Knight? Damn, what about The Lives Of Others, Pan’s Labyrinth, Finding Nemo, Downfall, No Country For Old Men? All of those films are incredible candidates and on another day they might have made it. The truth is no self-respecting film buff will ever be able to narrow down 10 films to fit a list and not have it change every so often.

One day my opinion of the best film of all time will be Seven Samurai the next day it will be Apocalypse Now and the day after that it might be Night Of The Hunter. »

- Alex Wagner

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Paramount to make a film about Doc Holliday

18 December 2009 3:52 PM, PST | GordonandtheWhale | See recent GordonandtheWhale news »

There was a time in Hollywood where Westerns were a dime a dirty dozen, literally to the point that they were factory produced. Nowadays, it seems if one manages to mosey out of town, it is because it’s generally worth making. 3:10 To Yuma, The Proposition, and of course the surge of Westerns in the early 90s, the most notable being Tombstone. Well, partner, it would appear that Paramount is looking to wrangle a little of that magic with a planned Doc Holliday film. The studio has purchased a spec entitled The Further Adventures Of Doc Holliday from newcomer Chad St. John with producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura (Transformers) saddling up to come along for the ride. The film is said to be a Pirates Of The Caribbean-esque action adventure story, with a basis in history. I would hope so.

Read more on Paramount to make a film about Doc Holliday… »

- James Wallace

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El Guapo Presents The Top Ten Worst Movies Of 2009!

18 December 2009 12:51 PM, PST | LatinoReview | See recent LatinoReview news »

Top Ten Worst Movies of 2009 **Disclaimer** This list is for entertainment purposes only. No studio is safe. No actor is safe. No movie is safe! You have been warned.What's more fun to read, the best movies of the year, or the crappiest movies of the year? I know as a writer, I Love listing the worst movies of the year. And 2009 had some pretty big stinkers. From failed comedies, (what a shock that a Kate Hudson movie would make the list two years in a row) to failed action flicks to unwatchable "arthouse", 2009 served up a big ol plate of dog crap. So sit back, relax and see if you agree with any of my choices. Yes, I'm well aware that there are 500 million movies out there that went straight to DVD. I'm only listing theatrical releases. I'm sure there are plenty of films I've missed or just didn't see. »

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Doc Holliday Film

18 December 2009 9:56 AM, PST | JoBlo.com | See recent JoBlo news »

The best thing about Tombstone for a lot of movie fans was Val Kilmer's portrayal of Doc Holliday. That being said, Paramount has bought the spec script to The Further Adventures Of Doc Holliday penned by Chad St. John. It's probably safe to say that there's a slim chance that Kilmer will reprise his role for the film. Reason being, well, I don't really need to point it out. The adventures of the gambling dentist will be produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura (Transformers). Here's where it »

- Niki Stephens

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Paramount Wants More ‘Doc Holliday’

18 December 2009 7:13 AM, PST | ReelLoop.com | See recent Reel Loop news »

I’m usually not much for one actor having ownership over a role that’s based on real life figures or one that has had a long lifespan in multiple mediums. As great as Heath Ledger’s Joker is, Jack Nicholson’s interpretation is just as valid, as is Cesar Romero’s.

But here’s the thing: nobody will ever play gunslinger Doc Holliday better than Val Kilmer did in Tombstone. It’s a fact of life, inescapable.

But Paramount doesn’t think so, having just purchased a spec script entitled The Further Adventures of Doc Holliday by Chad St. John. Paramount is apparently looking for another Transformers-esque tentpole film to be spearheaded by producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura.

It’s likely that Adventures won’t be grounded in reality, as they’re aiming for something more like Pirates of the Caribbean than Tombstone. Variety calls it a “history-based action adventure tale. »

- John Cooper

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Paramount Picks Up a Doc Holliday Action Adventure Script

18 December 2009 4:13 AM, PST | firstshowing.net | See recent FirstShowing.net news »

Not a fan of westerns? Paramount wants to change your mind. The studio has acquired (via Variety) Chad St. John's spec script The Further Adventures of Doc Holliday in hopes of turning it into a western style tentpole action adventure movie. As in, a big budget, western "event" movie. Another one of Chad St. John's scripts ended up on this year's Black List in the #10 spot. Lorenzo di Bonaventura, of Transformers and G.I. Joe, is producing the project, which is described as a history-based adventure tale in the vein of Pirates of the Caribbean. Can you imagine seeing epic old western gunfights on an epic scale? Oh hell yes! Doc Holliday was a famously tuberculosis-ridden gunfighter best known for his friendship with Wyatt Earp and for his involvement in the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone, Arizona in 1881. In an 1896 article, Wyatt Earp had this to »

- Alex Billington

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Paramount Plans A "Doc Holliday" Franchise

18 December 2009 12:23 AM, PST | Dark Horizons | See recent Dark Horizons news »

Paramount Pictures is developing "Sergeant Rock" and "Outland" scribe Chad St. John's action adventure spec script "The Further Adventures of Doc Holliday" reports Variety.

The "Pirates of the Caribbean"-esque history-based action adventure will follow the tuberculosis-ridden gunfighter who formed a strong friendship with Western lawman Wyatt Earp.

Val Kilmer memorably played him in 1993's "Tombstone" and a year later Dennis Quaid starred as Holliday in Kevin Costner's "Wyatt Earp". Lorenzo di Bonaventura ("Transformers") is onboard to produce. »

- Garth Franklin

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Paramount Buys Black List Screenwriter Chad St. John’s The Further Adventures of Doc Holliday

17 December 2009 11:21 PM, PST | Slash Film | See recent Slash Film news »

Paramount Pictures has acquired Chad St. John's action adventure spec screenplay The Further Adventures of Doc Holliday. St. Johnis one of the hottest screenwriters in Hollywood at the moment. He had not one, but two screenplays on the 2009 Black List, a listing of the best unproduced screenplays in Hollywood - Motor City about “A small time hood is framed and sent to prison, only to exact revenge years later" and The Days Before about "A man who possesses a time travel device uses it to go back in time to prevent an alien invasion." St. John has also developing screenplays for the film adaptation of the Ronin and Sgt. Rock comic books. So what is The Further Adventures of Doc Holliday about? We don't know. Paramount and producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura (Transformers) are keeping the details tightly under wraps, but they are hoping to package the project as a »

- Peter Sciretta

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Htv: Shia Labeouf and Carey Mulligan's Daytime Date

17 December 2009 9:03 AM, PST | TheInsider.com | See recent The Insider news »

Htv steps out with Shia Labeouf and Carey Mulligan as they enjoy a couple's day out! The two are snapped walking hand in hand around the valley, later taking a cab to an arts and crafts store. The 'Transformers' star still wears a bandage over his hand from his accident earlier this year. Watch the video for more.

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'Jennifer's Body' on DVD

16 December 2009 1:18 PM, PST | Pretty/Scary | See recent pretty-scary news »

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Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment is releasing Jennifer’s Body, written by Diablo Cody and directed by Karyn Kusama (Aeon Flux), on unrated Blu-ray Disc and DVD on December 29, 2009, - just in time to make up a great drinking game for New Year's Eve wherein everytime anyone in the film says something stupid, you drink! You're gonna be wasted.

Megan Fox (Transformers) is Jennifer, a seductive cheerleader who takes evil to a whole new level after she’s possessed by a sinister demon...

Steamy action and gore galore ensue as the male student body succumbs to Jennifer's insatiable appetite for human flesh. Now it’s up to her best friend (Amanda Seyfried) to stop the demonic diva’s reign of terror before it's too late!

Features a strong supporting cast of young Hollywood stars including Adam Brody (“The O.C.”), Johnny Simmons »

- Superheidi

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