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The Notable Films of 2010: Part Six

2 hours ago | Dark Horizons | See recent Dark Horizons news »

The Last Airbender

Opens: July 2nd 2010

Cast: Noah Ringer, Nicola Peltz, Jackson Rathbone, Dev Patel

Director: M. Night Shyamalan

Summary: A live-action film based on the Nickelodeon animated TV series. In a fantastic world where civilisation exists as four great empires, a reluctant young child sets out on a perilous journey to restore balance to a world torn apart by war.

Analysis: Its been quite the decade for M. Night Shyamalan who started it as a household name with labels of a moodern-day Hitchcock thanks to the likes of "The Sixth Sense" and "Signs". Today he's considered more of a one-trick pony and in some cases a punchline due to rampant stories of egomania run wild and a series of much derided onscreen flops like "Lady in the Water" and "The Happening".

Thus 'Airbender' marks a potential return to form for the helmer. An adaptation of his hit cartoon series »

- Garth Franklin

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Bazmann’s Christmas Address

25 December 2009 7:00 AM, PST | HeyUGuys.co.uk | See recent HeyUGuys news »

It’s been a great year for the British film industry. It kicked off with the British invasion of the Oscars, with notable wins for Kate Winslet, and Danny Boyle’s Slumdog Millionaire. The huge amount of British Actors plying their trade successfully in Hollywood continued to grow, with Scot Gerard Butler particularly in demand with parts in Gamer, The Ugly Truth and Law Abiding Citizen.

British filmmakers have been responsible for some of the more interesting films this year. Duncan Jone’s Moon was a brilliant yet under appreciated sci-fi drama. Fish Tank and Harry Brown lead the way for low budget drama. Terry Gilliam’s The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus finally found a distributor. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince became the highest grossing British movie of all time.

British film festivals Raindance and the BFI London Film Festival saw record attendances, and showcased some great films from home, »

- Barry Steele

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Joel Silver Talks New Swamp Thing Movie

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

Back in October, writer/producer Akiva Goldsman had talked about reviving a new screen interpretation of Swamp Thing for the big screen, this time focusing more on Alan Moore's eerie, metaphysical horror comics rather than the rubber-suit bog creature from the 1982 Wes Craven movie. MTV caught up with producer Joel Silver who said, "I'll hopefully do Swamp Thing , which is a movie we've had for a long time. We think that would be great to do in 3D. There are a couple of projects I'm thinking about [for the format] but not everything. If we pull it together and if the script works, that's our intention (to make it in 3D)." Silver also talks about several other DC properties he's working on including The Losers (starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan) and Lobo with »

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What's Next For 'Avatar' Star Zoe Saldana?

23 December 2009 3:50 AM, PST | MTV Movie News | See recent MTV Movie News news »

After a blockbuster year with 'Star Trek' and James Cameron's latest, we see what's on deck for the actress.

By Eric Ditzian, with additional reporting by Shawn Adler and Josh Horowitz

Zoe Saldana

Photo: CBS

With James Cameron set on tackling a smaller picture before heading back to the CG world he created for "Avatar," it'll be a while before star Zoe Saldana once again dons her motion-capture suit and becomes the elegant alien Neytiri. Following this year's blockbuster success of both "Avatar" and "Star Trek," what will be the 31-year-old actress' future on the big screen? Here's where we know she'll be headed in 2010 and beyond.

"Takers"

Once titled "Bone Deep," this shoot-'em-up heist flick is next up for Saldana, arriving in theaters in February. Co-starring Chris Brown and T.I., "Takers" tells the story of a band of bank robbers and the detectives assigned to bring them down. »

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Zoe Saldana Happy With Her New Sci-Fi Career

23 December 2009 1:44 AM, PST | Reelzchannel.com | See recent ReelzChannel news »

Zoe Saldana starred in two major hits this year — Star Trek and Avatar — both of which were sci-fi movies. There's a good reason for it. Saldana told People that she's drawn to "geek" material.

For me, it's been like preaching to my choir, because I was considered what you would think of as a geek. I loved stories that helped me escape, and those happened to be the stories that fall into the category of geekiness. So, therefore, I am a proud geek!

With her geekdom in check, Saldana admitted to Parade that she would be happy to have a career filled with sci-fi movies.

I wouldn't mind doing a few more. Look what it did for Sigourney Weaver's career. That's a really great path to follow and she's a really good role model to have. I do wish there were more genres in which women could be presented »

- Ryan Gowland

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Producer Dan Lin on the Justice League Movie, Suicide Squad, and Stephen King’s It

22 December 2009 11:08 PM, PST | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »

Over the past few days I’ve been posting “7 Days with Producer Dan Lin”.  As I explained in the previous articles, I spoke at length with the Sherlock Holmes producer about not only his latest film, but everything he has in development.  Since the conversation ran so long, I’ve decided to break up the interview into many smaller parts.  I’ve already posted what he said about the Lego movie and Gangster Squad, as well as his thoughts on the Terminator Salvation ending and what’s up with future movies, and yesterday was about the Bone and Tom and Jerry movies.  For today’s article, I’ve got him talking about the Justice League movie, Suicide Squad, Hiding in Time, The Chaser and Stephen King’s It.

Want to know more…hit the jump:

Let’s start with the easy stuff first:  According to Lin, Dave Kajganich is turning »

- Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub

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Joel Silver Talks 'Swamp Thing,' 'Wonder Woman' And 'Sgt. Rock' Movies, Expects 'Lobo' To Follow 'The Losers'

22 December 2009 1:01 PM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

"Sherlock Holmes" producer Joel Silver has his hands full with films based on literary heroes these days, and as many comic book fans are aware, quite a few of those projects hail from the DC Comics universe.

Since his name is attached to many of the projects we're most excited about these days, Silver offered MTV News a quick update on some of those projects during the "Sherlock Holmes" red carpet event last week. We pressed the comics-friendly producer for his thoughts on everything from "Swamp Thing" to "Lobo" and many of the other films drawing on DC's massive stable of characters.

When asked about his previous comments regarding a 3-D "Swamp Thing" movie, Silver reiterated his belief that 3-D was the intended format for a film about DC's famous swamp creature. Of course, given the character's history as the subject of multiple live-action movies, a live-action television series and an animated series, »

- Rick Marshall

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From Pandora To Panels: The 'Avatar' Comic Book Connections

18 December 2009 10:44 AM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

Director James Cameron's "Avatar," which makes its long-awaited theatrical debut today, might not be a comic book film, but that doesn't mean that the graphic novel is an entirely foreign prospect to this new science-fiction movie.

From the movie's cast to some members of the crew behind the scenes, there are more than a few connections between "Avatar" and comics- or superhero-based cinema. Here's a rundown of five men and women associated with "Avatar" who also have ties to comic book fare.

Sam Worthington

Aside from being a die-hard fan of "The Avengers," not to mention his ready-and-willingness to play Captain America, Sam Worthington is hopping into the comic book pool with "The Last Days of American Crime."

He's also been linked to several comic book roles in the past, such as the starring role in "Green Lantern" and as a possible replacement for Christian Bale in the "Batman" films, »

- Josh Wigler

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Exclusive: Guy Ritchie Says Directing 'Lobo' Movie Is 'Not A Matter Of Fact'

18 December 2009 9:16 AM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

Back in September, it was announced that the secret comic book movie project that "Sherlock Holmes" director Guy Ritchie has been circling was not in fact, "Sgt. Rock," as many had suspected. Instead of directing a film about an American war hero, Ritchie would get behind the camera for "Lobo" — a movie based on the adventures of DC's violent, white-skinned alien bounty hunter.

However, the reports of Ritchie's attachment to the project could be a bit premature, as he told MTV News during the recent "Sherlock Holmes" junket in London.

"Is it a matter of fact that I'm doing it?" Ritchie asked when told of reports framing his participation in "Lobo" as a done deal. "I don't think it's a matter of fact. In fact, I can tell you it's not a matter of fact."

Supremely evasive when asked for clarification, Ritchie seemed intent on keeping the status of "Lobo »

- Rick Marshall

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'Modern Warfare 2,' Brad Meltzer On Glenn Beck, And Paul Pope Plays Luke Cage In Today's Twitter Report

15 December 2009 12:29 PM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

The last 24 hours were lively on the Twitter Report follow list with Brian Michael Bendis' excitement over new "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" boxer shorts and Paul Pope doing an impression of Luke Cage on Christmas Day. Brad Meltzer, meanwhile, taped in front of a lively studio audience last night, according to his tweets, which state that he appeared on Glenn Beck's show to discuss heroes.

Transportation accidents somehow trended as well, with Brandon Jerwa having a near-death experience, B. Clay Moore recalling a past brush with the reaper during Comic-Con, and Aaron Diaz discussing the origin of his own scar in Harry Potter terms. Check those out along with a sad photo from Terry Moore and a Jock's latest project with Andy Diggle.

It's all retweeted in the Twitter Report for December 15, 2009.

@pulphope Sweet Christmas! Iron Fist got me a new yellow disco shirt and chainlink belt! Those »

- Brian Warmoth

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'Iron Man 2' Mandarin Disappointment, 'Avatar' Reviews, And... Chanukkah! It's Today's Twitter Report!

11 December 2009 11:01 AM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

Andy Diggle wins the 2009 Twitter Report award for greatest disappointment upon link click-through. Read on down to his post about Mandarin showing up in "Iron Man 2" to find out what the greatest source of disappointment was during my morning coffee.

Meanwhile, Jimmy Palmiotti and Evan Dorkin brought another depressing point of interest to the comics Twittersphere, linking to a story about legendary artist Frank Frazetta's son robbing the family museum. In other, more hopeful tweets, Neil Gaiman is making tons of latkes for Chanukkah, Marc Bernardin had a positive micro-review for "Avatar" and Bryan Hitch posted an in-progress piece of "Captain America: Reborn."

Check it all out after the jump in the Twitter Report for December 11, 2009.

@andydiggle First look at The Mandarin from Iron Man 2! http://is.gd/5jlVh

-Andy Diggle, Writer ("The Losers," "Hellblazer")

@neilhimself It's Chanukkah. Alas I will not get to cook latkes »

- Brian Warmoth

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'Captain America' Movie Script, Kevin Smith's Title Change, And A 'Glee' Review In Today's Twitter Report

10 December 2009 11:31 AM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

Joe Quesada didn't dish on what went on, but he did tweet that he had an all-caps "Amazing" meeting about the script for "The First Avenger: Captain America." Kevin Smith, meanwhile, just wants to see his film "A Couple of Dicks" make it to theaters, even with a title change. He posted a status update today with some details.

In other tweets, Andy Diggle reacted to Grant Morrison's newly announced "The Return of Bruce Wayne," Rob Liefeld loved the season finale of "Glee" and Jimmy Palmiotti threw out his thoughts on Tiger Woods. Check out those posts and more after the jump.

It's all in the Twitter Report for December 10, 2009.

@JoeQuesada Did I forget to mention an Amazing Cap script meeting? Actually I did. I work here and these movies can't come out fast enough for me.

-Joe Quesada, Writer/Editor-in-Chief/Artist ("Nyx," "The Ray")

@andydiggle I'd honestly be »

- Brian Warmoth

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2010 Warner Bros. Picture Preview: ‘Sex and the City 2,’ ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street,’ ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows’

9 December 2009 2:50 PM, PST | HollywoodChicago.com | See recent HollywoodChicago.com news »

Chicago – Warner Brothers has released a slate of images from their entire 2010 schedule of films, including “The Book of Eli,” “Edge of Darkness,” “Valentine’s Day,” “Untitled Cop Movie,” “Hubble 3D,” “Clash of the Titans,” “The Losers,” “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” “Sex and the City 2,” “Jonah Hex,” “The Lottery Ticket,” “The Town,” “Flipped,” “Going the Distance,” “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” and “Life As We Know It”.

This 25-image slideshow contains official press images for the recently announced slate of films to be released by Warner Brothers Pictures in 2010 including new movies starring Denzel Washington, Katherine Heigl, Drew Barrymore, Ben Affleck, Jeremy Renner, Jon Hamm, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sam Worthington, Bruce Willis, Bradley Cooper, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Garner, Jessica Biel, and Mel Gibson.

The release dates, cast lists, and filmmaker information for these Warner Brothers Pictures films can be found below in chronological order, followed by a slideshow of available images. »

- adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)

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'Twilight' Fans On 'Scott Pilgrim' And Early 'Avatar' Predictions In Today's Twitter Report

9 December 2009 11:16 AM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

You knew it had to happen sooner or later. "New Moon" actress Anna Kendrick's appearance in "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World" has not gone unnoticed by the "Twilight" crowd, and Bryan Lee O'Malley is preparing himself for what lies ahead.

On the other end of the comics Twitterverse, Jeff Lemire revealed that the project he mentioned for Marvel a few days ago will be a Man-Thing story. Check out those posts after the jump, along with "Avatar" speculation, the Kurt Russell character Andy Diggle wants to write, and Greg Rucka's frustrations with "World of Warcraft."

It's all in the Twitter Report for December 9, 2009.

@radiomaru Twilight fandom refers to it as "Anna Kendrick's Scott Pilgrim" now

-Bryan Lee O'Malley, Writer/Artist ("Scott Pilgrim vs. The World," "Lost at Sea")

@JeffLemire Starting on my Man-Thing story today!

-Jeff Lemire, Writer/Artist ("Tales From The Farm," "Sweet Tooth")

@andydiggle »

- Brian Warmoth

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Zoe Saldana loves sexy stunts

8 December 2009 6:00 AM, PST | Virgin Media - Movies | See recent Virgin Media - Movies news »

Zoe Saldana thinks stunts are sexy. The 'Avatar' actress is inspired by Angelina Jolie and Jessica Biel and loves getting to grips with the action scenes in her movies. She said: ''I have the itch lately. I don't know if it is after 'Avatar' or 'Star Trek' or because I've just finished an action film called 'The Losers', in which I did almost all my own stunts. I think it's so empowering and sexy. ''I love actresses like Angelina and Jessica. They're very agile, they incorporate their bodies with their characters and they pick women who are very strong. I really dig that.'' Zoe also .. »

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[Exclusive Interview] Columbus Short on Armored

7 December 2009 2:32 AM, PST | Atomic Popcorn | See recent Atomic Popcorn news »

When I hopped on the phone with Columbus Short I didn’t know what to expect. The only film I had seen him in was Cadillac Records — nothing else. So it was quite a nice surprise that the interview ended up going as well as it did. Columbus was extremely friendly and it became one of those interviews where it felt more so like a conversation. After being in a series of films as a side character, he’s finally now headlining his own film with Armored. While I haven’t got a chance to see it yet, I’m looking forward to it. Considering it’s from Nimrod Antal, the man behind Kontroll and the upcoming Predator remake, it will most likely be worthwhile. Armored is now in theaters.

Can you first talk about how you got involved? Did they chase you down for it or did you go after the role? »

- JackGiroux

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The 2010 Warner Bros. Preview Brings 'Sex,' 'Titans,' 'Potter' and Much More

3 December 2009 7:43 PM, PST | Rope of Silicon | See recent Rope Of Silicon news »

Warner Bros. has debuted their 2010 picture preview giving us our first look at select films out of the 23 features they have set for the new year. I have added new images from the likes of The Book of Eli starring Denzel Washington, Edge of Darkness with Mel Gibson, our first look at Sex and the City 2, Kevin Smith's currently untitled new comedy with Tracey Morgan and Bruce Willis, Jonah Hex, Ben Affleck's The Town, and, of course, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

All the cast, director and synopsis information is listed over the course of the next few pages as well as all the release dates for 23 upcoming films. Gallery links have been added for all films and remember, the links open in a new browser window so just close the new window to return to this article and continue the preview.

The Book Of Eli January 15 Photo: Warner Bros. »

- Brad Brevet

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Secret Identity: Five Actors Who Could Play Hawkeye In Marvel's 'Avengers' Movie

3 December 2009 1:32 PM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

Unless actor Jeremy Renner is getting his information from a parallel universe, it's sounding likely that Hawkeye has a role in Marvel's upcoming movie slate. Still, even Renner is quick to admit that while he's discussed the role with Marvel, he's not a lock for the part.

Assuming the role exists and is still available, it's worth wondering what type of actor would be best-suited for Clint Barton. I don't think the part requires an action hero body, though an athletic physique is a must. Barton also has to be equal parts charming and arrogant without sacrificing his heroic qualities — and he's got to be awesome with a bow and arrow, but that's where pre-production training comes in!

Keeping those prerequisites in mind, I think the following five actors would be right on the mark for Hawkeye.

Bradley Cooper: I already listed Bradley Cooper as a good choice for Oliver Queen, »

- Josh Wigler

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"Judge Dredd" Lays Down The Law...

3 December 2009 10:28 AM, PST | SneakPeek | See recent SneakPeek news »

British comics illustrator Mark Simpson, aka 'Jock', noted for his work with writer Andy Diggle on the comic books "2000 Ad" and "The Losers", has posted some new 'Judge Dredd' concept designs for the developing "Judge Dredd' feature from DNA Films and Fox Searchlight.

Producer is Allon "28 Weeks Later" Reich from a screenplay by Alex Garland.

First published in 1977, created by writer John Wagner, artist Carlos Ezquerra and editor Pat Mills, 'Judge Dredd' debuted in Brit sci fi anthology "2000 Ad", leading to numerous comic book spin-offs.

Inspired by Clint Eastwood's "Dirty Harry", Dredd is a law enforcement officer in a violent city of the future where uniformed Judges combine powers of police, judge, jury and executioner. Dredd and his fellow Judges are empowered to arrest, sentence and execute criminals on the spot.

With 'bionic' eyes implanted after a time-traveling mission to the 'City Of The Damned', »

- SneakPeek.Ca

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Jock On 'Battleship,' Tiger Woods Chatter And 'Sons Of Anarchy' In Today's Twitter Report

2 December 2009 10:01 AM, PST | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

The world of comic books, movies and board games have finally collided now that Jock has been outed as concept designer for Peter Berg's "Battleship." In a year that's seen the "Losers" artist work on that film as well as "Judge Dredd," his name is certainly getting around.

Another name that's been bouncing around the Twitter Report's feed this week quite frequently is Tiger Woods — including some poignant words from writer B. Clay Moore on the matter. Read it all after the jump along with Warren Ellis' new TV series pitch, Stan Lee on his speech to a USC law school class and Tony Moore's reaction to last night's "Sons of Anarchy" episode.

It's all in the Twitter Report for December 2, 2009.

@andydiggle At last it can be revealed that @jock4twenty has been doing incredible concept design work for Peter Berg's Battleship. Tweets to follow!

-Andy Diggle, »

- Brian Warmoth

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