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The Dark Knight Rises Ending Not Printed in the Script

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 09:53 AM PDT

Actor Gary Oldman recently attended the Empire Awards, where he gave a few interesting tidbits of information regarding The Dark Knight Rises. According to the actor behind James Gordon, the production draft of the screenplay does not include the ending. Director Christopher Nolan personally told the actor how this trilogy will come to it's climax, so that it does not leak out online.

Gary Oldman also revealed that his James Gordon character will have a lot of interaction with Tom Hardy's Bane.

"The Dark Knight Rises begins in May. All I can say is that it's a really great story. It's a great script. (Christopher Nolan) has outdone himself from The Dark Knight. It is fantastic. I'll be picking up the script here in a couple of weeks. I am actually working with Tom Hardy on The Wettest County in the World, that I am going to do. I worked with him on Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy. Then he is in the next Batman. So, its the year of Tom Hardy. I have quite a bit to do with Tom in this one. You know the character? Its going to be fantastic. Its common knowledge at this point."

Gary Oldman then explained the script reading process, and that the ending is not available in print.

"To get into the production office, you have someone meet you. Then there are keys in various doors that lock. The script? You read it in the production office. And there is no ending to the script, either. (Christopher Nolan) tells you the ending so that it doesn't leak and get out, and people spoil it on the Internet. Its very tight security. That is how he does it."

Gary Oldman could only say this about his third turn as Jim Gordon in The Dark Knight Rises

"I have a lot to do. The story is fabulous. He brings it back. He brings it around. That's it. I can't say anymore."

Take a look at the video interview with Gary Oldman below.

The Dark Knight Rises starts production in April.

The Dark Knight Rises comes to theaters July 20th, 2012 and stars Christian Bale, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. The film is directed by Christopher Nolan.


Byron Howard and Nathan Greno Talk Tangled

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 11:10 AM PDT

Byron Howard and Nathan Greno Talk Tangled

Byron Howard and Nathan Greno discuss Disney's latest animated adventure which takes a new look at the Rapunzel story

Tangled, Disney's 50th animated movie, will be released on Blu-ray and DVD on March 29. Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment recently held another online virtual roundtable event with co-directors Byron Howard and Nathan Greno, who talked about their experience working on this animated movie, the new home video titles and much more. Take a look at what they had to say below.

Did you meet each other while working on Mulan?

Byron Howard: Nathan and I knew of each other while we were working at the Florida studios. Nathan went through his training internship a year or so after me, but we really became friends during the production of Bolt. Nathan was our head of story on that project and I was one of the directors. At the end of Bolt, Lasseter handpicked Nathan to direct the Bolt short (for the DVD) and that led to him becoming a director and teaming up with me on Tangled.

What was the involvement of John Lasseter in this film?

Nathan Greno: John is fantastic to work with. He approves everything we do, and he helps with brainstorming. John is an amazing mentor. I have really learned a lot from him. I can't say enough great stuff about the guy!

In the trailer you used several sequences that didn't end up in the movie. Why leave them in if they weren't part of the finished product?

Byron Howard: Very observant! That's very true: in the initial teaser trailer we created an "alternate reality" version of how Flynn and Rapunzel first meet. This was because many of those scenes were experimental scenes to test the hair and animation technology that we were developing. We liked the tone of the pieces and thought they would be a great first look for the public.

What was the hardest sequence to deal with in this movie and why?

Nathan Greno: I'll be honest -- EVERYTHING was a challenge in this film. Rule of thumb: If it comes easy, it could probably be better! We pushed ourselves hard to make every sequence as great as it could be.

You have Bolt, which is an action movie, and Tangled, which is a fairy tale. What would you like for your next movie?

Byron Howard: Nathan and I started work on our next project about six months before we finished Tangled. It's got action movie elements, definitely, but most importantly it's got a strong emotional core... that's really the first thing we go after when creating these stories. The actual subject of the film is top secret but believe me when I tell you that if you liked what you saw in Tangled, you will love our next film.

What was your reaction when Tangled got a PG rating instead of the G rating most Disney princess films get?

Nathan Greno: We feel like the film sits on the shelf next to Beauty and the Beast. We aren't sure why it got the PG rating -- but we went with it. We didn't feel like there was anything to "fix".

I haven't always appreciated the comic relief of some Disney characters, but I highly enjoyed Maximus the Horse. From what/whom did you draw inspiration to put together his dynamic personality?

Nathan Greno: We just wanted to do something different with Max. We put together a board with photos of all the different animated horses that had been done... we wanted to do something fresh and new. We wanted Max to feel unique. Glad you like the way he turned out.

What does the line 'chameleon babies' mean in the very end of the titles?

Byron Howard: I love that people stick around until the end of the credits and see the "Chameleon Babies" credit. Pascal, our chameleon hero in Tangled, is actually based on a real, live chameleon named Pascal. The real lizard is owned and cared for by Kellie Lewis, an animation artist here at the studio. It just so happened that when we were putting together our traditional "Production Babies" credits, Pascal became a father! His chameleon life-partner laid six eggs which hatched into tiny baby chameleons. My favorite is "Nathan Jr.".

Is there a sequence you're most proud of, and why?

Byron Howard: The way Nathan and I work is that initially, we will have favorite sequences and characters in the film. At that point, we say "Great, these are working; now how can we bring everything else around it up to the same level?" That way, by the end of production, the entire film is rock solid, which makes it very hard to pick a favorite. That said, the lantern sequence is a real milestone for sheer breathtaking beauty here at Disney. I'm also very, very proud of the incredibly subtle emotional acting in the final sequences of the film.

Let's talk about some of your casting choices. What was it about Zachary Levi and Mandy Moore that made you think they could be Flynn and Rapunzel?

Nathan Greno: Casting was a long process. We went to hundreds of auditions for both Flynn and Rapunzel. When Mandy came in, we knew we had our Rapunzel. Mandy IS Rapunzel. Same with Zach. We wanted our characters to feel real... we wanted them to be relatable. I feel like Zach and Mandy provided that. They were easy and fantastic to work with.

Given how hard you and Glen Keane worked on Tangled, were you disappointed when it didn't receive an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature Film?

Nathan Greno: The ENTIRE crew worked hard on the film. People worked seven day weeks and skipped holidays -- everyone wanted to make Tangled great. We are all so proud of the work we've done. Would we have liked an Oscar nod? Sure. But I have to say, the true reward is working on a film people love. The audience loves this film. I didn't get into animation to win awards, I wanted to entertain people. We're all very proud of the work we've done.

Since John Lasseter took over as Disney Animation's creative director; all your films have been "princess" films. Why is this?

Byron Howard: Actually, there have been a few that weren't, like Meet the Robinsons and Bolt. That said, there was a period where we had three fairy tales lined up in a row, Princess and the Frog, Tangled, and Snow Queen. That kind of release slate felt too crowded with those types of stories and the decision was made to postpone Snow Queen to break it up a bit. It's important that the audience know that Disney Animation is diverse. Disney should be able to release an animated action movie one year, a sci-fi film the next, and a musical fairy tale the year after that. Ultimately, the quality of the films is what matters.

Given that so many studios are making CGI animated films these days, what is Disney doing to stand out in an increasingly crowded market?

Nathan Greno: Our goal is to tell great stories. Our goal is to create believable worlds and fantastic characters. We want our audience to laugh and cry. We want them to be entertained. We can't worry about all the other films out there -- we just focus on making our films work. We believe if you make a great film, the audience will show up to see it. That's our focus.

When was it decided to make Tangled more about Flynn Ryder and less about Rapunzel? Did it have anything to do with the perception that the Princess and the Frog was considered "too girly"?

Byron Howard: As we were working on the film, we discovered that this story was about both characters. The film doesn't work without Rapunzel, certainly, but it also doesn't work without Flynn Rider. We worked very hard to balance our hero and heroine; sometimes Flynn would steal the show so much that we'd have to go back and re-board some of Rapunzel's scenes to make her character more dynamic. What we love is that the final film feels balanced and appeals to both the male and female sides of our audience.

What are your personal Disney-favorites?

Byron Howard: The film that got me into animation in the first place was The Little Mermaid. I was in college studying live action film when I saw that film, and I just said "Wow.". This is something I have to be a part of. Ariel herself was a revelation to me because she was the first Disney heroine who felt real and alive to me, there was a soul behind those eyes. A great part of that appeal that I saw in her came from Glen Keane, who we partnered with on Tangled.

Can you talk about which films have influenced you?

Nathan Greno: Well for me it's Dumbo. It's one of my favorite films of all time. It works EVERY time you watch it. It makes you laugh and cry EVERY time you watch it. I saw Dumbo when I was a kid and I knew I had to work for Disney. I was in first grade. I didn't understand how animation was made - but I knew I wanted to work for Disney.

Why did you decide to shoot the movie using CG? Would it have been different if you had chosen traditional animation?

Byron Howard: Nathan and I love BIG movies. CG animation gives you this enormous box of tools to play with to enhance and expand the world and characters that you're creating to tell the story. We love traditional hand-drawn animation as well, but to realize the scope of the film Nathan and I had in our heads, CG was really the clear choice.

I saw your film twice in cinema and absolutely loved it! But how could you explain your decision to leave Maximus and Pascal silent? It is pretty unusual for animal-sidekicks in Disney animation films not to talk!

Byron Howard: Great question. Nathan and I are huge fans of silent film comedians like Charlie Chaplin, Harold Lloyd, and Buster Keaton. We said to each other "What if Charlie Chaplin was in this movie?" That thinking was a massive part of the decision to keep Maximus and Pascal silent, but expressive. It really worked out, no matter where we went all over the world; people could not get enough of that horse.

What, in your opinion, makes Rapunzel different than all the other Disney heroines?

Nathan Greno: Rapunzel is a princess that doesn't know she's a princess. That makes her different. She's not a girl who sits around waiting to be rescued. She's a tough, smart person -- we wanted this film to be full of 'girl power'. Even though this film takes place in the past, we wanted the characters to feel modern and relatable. We wanted Rapunzel to be a role model for people of our generation.

Can you tell us about the upcoming Blu-ray? What's your favorite aspect of the Blu-ray?

Byron Howard:Blu-ray allows you to see Tangled as Nathan and I saw it during its creation. The colors are perfect, the resolution is unbelievable, and the sound is as rich and full as when we mixed it on our recording stage. I love digital media because it preserves the beauty of these films so accurately. Not to mention extensive extras that take you behind the scenes of Tangled.

Almost every Disney story has a second message. What do you think is the underlying message in this film?

Nathan Greno: There are a number of messages in this film. "Live your Dream" is one of the messages we hope will really hit home with people. I grew up in a factory town in Wisconsin. I remember some people from my hometown thought my dream of working for Disney was nuts. I believed in my dream. I worked hard to make it happen. Our studio is filled with people who have stories like mine. Rapunzel believes in her dream. She won't let anything stand in her way to achieve it. We hope Tangled inspires our audience to live out their dreams too!

What makes a perfect fairy tale for you guys?

Byron Howard: Ingredients like emotion, action, adventure, and comedy. Nathan and I want all of these things in every story we tell, whether it's a classic tale or a modern action movie.

Did you expect that Tangled would be that successful?

Byron Howard: It's the best feeling in the world when audiences really love your work. We make these films to entertain, and to move people emotionally, so when your film becomes a hit, you know that you've done your job right. Tangled's massive success was very welcome news, and we know that Disney Animation's future will be full of strong films like this.

How long did it take to make this project?

Nathan Greno: Usually you have 4 to 5 years to create and finish an animated film at Disney. We did it in about 2 years. The film had been in development and it had a release date -- and we were brought on to direct, the studio asked us to hit the release date. Now if we couldn't do it, they would have moved the date... but Byron and I thought it was possible. We work with an amazingly talented crew. A VERY devoted crew. The schedule was hard on us. We worked though most of our weekends and skipped holidays. It was a crazy time. We had a story we wanted to tell and we wanted the film to be great. We made a film in 2 years that looks like it took 5 years to make. That's pretty incredible. I thank the crew for that. We made a film we are all very proud of.

One of John Hughes' characters said the famous words 'that when you grow up, your heart dies.' I consider Tangled a proof that it doesn't necessarily have to be that way. How did you manage to create such a magical tale, combining both Disney's and Pixar's best features?

Byron Howard: I love this question because I love John Hughes. His writing was a great blend of pure entertainment with deep, truthful emotion. As we become adults, I think it's very easy to become numb and distracted by the thousands of details that we have to process each day to live our lives and make ends meet. Films like Tangled are so wonderful because they sweep away all of that for a few hours and remind you of what's really important: love, compassion, trust and hope. That's why Nathan and I focus so much on the emotional core of our movies; if we entertain you but don't move you emotionally, we haven't fully done our job.

What were the biggest challenges in the development of this film?

Nathan Greno: The hair was the biggest challenge. Without a doubt. Long realistic hair had never been done in a CG animated film before. Never. CG hair is usually in a ponytail, or cuts off at the shoulder because anything longer than that is a tech nightmare. Lucky for us, we work with some incredibly smart people! Byron and I were in the story room coming up with this wild stuff, "The hair is going to be used a bullwhip! She's going to tie people up with it! It's going to glow! It's going to get wet!" --all this stuff that hasn't been done before. Our crew got a little pale when they heard our pitch... but they figured it out. They believed in our story. They wanted to bring that story to the big screen. I can't thank our crew enough. They made the impossible work.

What is with the name change from Rapunzel to Tangled?

Byron Howard: During the first year of creating the film, it became clear to Nathan and I that the film was about both characters. It felt weird to us to keep the name of the film as RAPUNZEL. For example, you wouldn't rename "Toy Story" as "Buzz Lightyear", because Woody is as much a part of that story as Buzz. Knowing that, we started looking for alternate titles. Tangled really appealed to us as a title because it felt smart, and sophisticated but still made it clear that the film was going to be a fun ride.

This movie is sure to be a Disney classic...now, Walt always said 'for every laugh there should be a tear' do you believe this movie Tangled captured that essence?

Byron Howard: We love that quote from Walt Disney. It's a guide for every film this studio makes. We definitely want those tears, every time. We're in the story room trying to make ourselves laugh, and cry, to feel something genuine and real. It's the highest priority for us, and we LOVE when people come up to us and say "I cried three times." That's a great reward.

Every animation movie, today, has a 3D version. Is this something that changes the way of imagining and directing a cartoon?

Byron Howard: You have to be very careful with 3D. It's very easy to distract from the story by throwing too many eye-popping effects at the audience. The trick is to balance the amazing depth that 3D gives you with the emotion and clarity of the story. Every 3D effect you produce should help the story, not hurt it.

Can you talk about the decision to make this a CGI movie versus doing it in traditional animation?

Nathan Greno: I don't think the hair would have worked in 2D animation. It just would have been a big yellow shape... the texture of the CG hair really helps to sell the character of Rapunzel. We also had a number of BIG action sequences we wanted to do in this film. The CG "camera" is great for that. It's a lot like a live action camera -- but even more flexible. You can move your camera around sets and get any shot you want. 2D and CD animation are both storytelling tools. We very much believe CG was the best choice to bring our story to life.

Tangled came after the excellent film Bolt and it is the second time that you worked as director. In a direct compare with Bolt, in what kind of way was the work on Tangled different?

Byron Howard: The scope and complexity of Tangled is huge. Bolt was a simpler story to tell in many ways. The unfortunate thing about both films is that they were both made on extremely short, two year schedules (we normally get four years). I'm immensely proud of both movies but I am staggered by how much our studio has grown and matured between these two movies. You'll see us tackling bigger and bigger films in the future, I promise.

I know you have been working in Disney Studios for many years but I guess you felt a lot of responsibility and pressure in accepting to direct the 50th Walt Disney movie, didn't you?

Nathan Greno: Yeah it was a TON of pressure. We wanted to make a great film and that is a giant challenge. On top of that, we are working with John Lasseter. Lasseter only accepts the best. On top of that, we found out that this was going to be the 50th animated film from the Walt Disney Animation Studios! Ok! Enough! Are you trying to kill us?? It was a ton of pressure and a ton of work... and we couldn't be happier with the results!

How much was Glen Keane involved in Tangled's production after you took over as directors?

Byron Howard:Glen Keane has been the heart and soul of Disney Animation for the last three decades. Nathan and I were always hoping that we would get to work on a project with him one day. After Nathan and I stepped in as directors Glen worked with our animation staff to create the most extraordinary human animation ever made. The great thing is that we have these young, energetic animators fresh out of school and Glen knows how to guide and channel that energy into amazing performances, pushing them to top themselves scene after scene. It's a great mix of youthful energy and experience.

What advice would you give to anyone who wants to pursue a career in the industry?

Byron Howard: Do what you love, and do it with passion. Passion and dedication will carry you far in any occupation, and especially in the creative arts. When John Lasseter chooses you as a director, it's because he's seen that you have a fire in your belly, so to speak, a burning need to tell these stories and tell them well. Also, write to your heroes. I wrote to Chuck Jones years ago, and he wrote me back! Amazing.

How much of Grimm's tale did you use - not meaning the story itself, but more in terms of thinking about the characters?

Byron Howard: What we loved about the original tale of Rapunzel was that it had the potential to be a great coming of age story. Tangled is really about these two characters figuring out where they belong in the world. Again; deep, relatable, human themes are the key to any great story.

Vladimir is spoken (voice acted) by Richard Kiel. So let`s be honest, which of you two is the James Bond Fan that the legendary Jaws gets a Voice Part in your movie?

Byron Howard: I confess. It's me. We needed someone with a naturally low voice to do Vladimir, and so we asked our casting director to see if Richard Kiel would do it. I'm a HUGE Bond fan and working with Richard was a dream come true. I giggled through the whole recording session.

What's the secret of Pascal's success?

Byron Howard: He's adorable. Just like Nathan and myself.

Any final thoughts on Tangled?

Nathan Greno: I just wanted to say thanks for all the great questions! I just wish I could type faster. This has been a lot of fun for me. Also: a BIG thanks to all who support the film -- Tangled has been a true labor of love for us!

Byron Howard: We're delighted that Tangled has made such a big splash in the world. Wait till you see what we have in store next! Thanks everyone.

You can pick up Nathan Greno and Byron Howard's Tangled on Blu-ray and DVD shelves everywhere on March 29.

Tangled was released November 24th, 2010 and stars Mandy Moore, Zachary Levi, Donna Murphy, Ronny Pearlman, M.C. Gainey, Jeffrey Tambor, Brad Garrett, Paul F. Tompkins. The film is directed by Nathan Greno, Byron Howard.


Sean Penn Settles Paparazzi Lawsuit

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 11:17 AM PDT

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Sean Penn's paparazzi attack case is now over and out -- almost a year after Sean plead no contest to vandalism ... TMZ has learned Penn and the pap have settled the photog's civil suit. Pen...

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Elizabeth Taylor Wrote 'Goodbye Letter' to Her Last Husband

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 11:09 AM PDT

Screen icon Elizabeth Taylor, who died last week at age 79, was famously known for the great loves of her life, including Richard Burton and Mike Todd -- but she also had a close bond with her seventh and final husband, construction worker Larry Fortensky, according to his sister.
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Linda Untiet told the Daily Mail that her former sister-in-law loved her brother until the end. "Elizabeth wrote Larry a love letter at the end of last year. It said how much she still loved him. It was almost a 'goodbye' letter." Untiet continued, saying her brother was very upset by Taylor's passing. "He was very cut up. Liz and Larry always stayed in touch. They had huge affection for each other. Larry spoke to her just before she went into hospital for the last time." Untiet added, "She appreciated his loyalty in never speaking out about her." Taylor met Fortensky when they were both in rehab for drugs and alcohol addiction at California's Betty Ford Clinic. They married in 1991, when he was 39 and she was 59. They divorced in 1996.

The Great Loves of Elizabeth Taylor

Conrad "Nicky" Hilton

On May 6, 1950, 22-year-old Elizabeth Taylor married hotel heir Conrad "Nicky" Hilton. The couple divorced 9 months later.

Michael Wilding

February 21, 1952 Taylor married British actor Michael Wilding, who was 20 years her senior. Wilding is the father of Taylor's first two children, Michael Howard and Christopher Edward.

Michael Todd

On February 2, 1957 Elizabeth married her third husband, film producer Michael Todd. The following year Todd was killed after his private plane, Lucky Liz, crashed near Grants, New Mexico. Michael's death ended Taylor's only marriage to not result in divorce. She later called Todd one of the two loves of her life, along with Richard Burton.

Eddie Fisher

Michael Todd's best friend, Eddie Fisher, consoled Elizabeth after his sudden death. The couple began an affair while Fisher was still married to Debbie Reynolds, causing a shocking Hollywood scandal. They wed May 12, 1959 and divorced in 1964.

Richard Burton

Elizabeth's marriage to fifth husband Richard Burton was perhaps her most epic and turbulent relationship. After falling in love on the set of "Cleopatra," they embarked on a tumultuousjourneythrough two marriages and subsequent divorces. The couple said I do in 1964 and split up in 1974. They remarried the following year and divorced again 9 months later in 1976.

John Warner

In December of 1976, Taylor tied the knot with US Senator from Virginia, John Warner. Six years later, unhappy with her life in Washington, Taylor and Warner called it quits. John is one of two living ex-husbands of the actress, along with Larry Fortensky.

Larry Fortensky

(October 6, 1991 - October 31, 1996) While at the Betty Ford Clinic, the actress met construction worker Larry Fortensky. The pair married at the Neverland Ranch October 6, 1991 and divorced five years later.

Yusuf Islam Praises Peaceful Egyptian Protesters With 'My People'

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 02:15 PM PDT

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Four decades after recording his emblematic song 'Peace Train,' Yusuf Islam (aka Cat Stevens) has released a new inspirational single, 'My People,' which is available as a free download from his official website and digital platforms worldwide. The song features a unique chorus quilted together from the hundreds of voices sent in from across the globe by fans who participated through an open invitation on the artist's Facebook page.

Islam, who initially stopped performing after his conversion to Islam in the late 1970s, has taken to the stage in recent years to perform new songs inspired by his faith alongside his greatest hits from the '60s and '70s. He's touring Europe this summer and a video for 'My People' will be released soon.

In a recent conversation with Spinner, Islam discussed his newest creative effort and reflected on his career and faith. Good-natured, funny and self-effacing, he's fully comfortable once more with his career, which continues to touch millions of people around the world.

What prompted you to record 'My People'?

Most of the things in my career have happened spontaneously, and this is just another one of those things. I had no big plans, but as we were all watching what as going on in Egypt there was this fantastic feeling of support and so we wanted to stretch out a hand to these people who were peacefully asking for change. I was on the guitar and then suddenly this song came out and 'My People' had arrived. The mood was simply one of intense admiration for the people who were standing up peacefully.

Aurora police to announce arrest of officer on "multiple charges"

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 11:00 AM PDT

Aurora police will hold a press conference this afternoon to announce the arrest of an Aurora police officer on "multiple charges," according to a press release.

People Who Are Awesome: Jason Clarke Of 'The Chicago Code'

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 11:00 AM PDT

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If you've been listening to me at all in March, was there any doubt who this month's member of People Who Are Awesome was going to be? I know that I've already used a lot of superlatives to heap ...

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Two HQ Thor Promos Feature New Footage, Including The Destroyer & A Flying Chris Hemsworth!

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 10:24 AM PDT

Paramount Pictures and Marvel Entertainment present the epic adventure, "Thor," which spans the Marvel Universe from present day Earth to the realm of Asgard. At the center of the story is the mighty Thor (Chris Hemsworth), a powerful but arrogant warrior whose reckless actions reignite an ancient war. Thor is cast down to Earth by his father Odin (Anthony Hopkins) and is forced to live among humans. A beautiful, young scientist, Jane Foster (Natalie Portman), has a profound effect on Thor, as she ultimately becomes his first love. It's while here on Earth that Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero when the most dangerous villain of his world sends the darkest forces of Asgard to invade Earth. Unfortunately, there is no embed codes, so you'll have to click on the image below to view the video. With an all star cast which includes Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Tom Hiddleston

Mary Elizabeth Winstead on Amy Adams Casting

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 10:04 AM PDT

Many CBMers had hoped she would be considered for the part, but alas, it was not to be... I never auditioned for Lois. Not that there would have been any hope with Amy Adams as competition :) she'll be great. See more pics of Mary at ComicBookHotties.com.

The Voice Taps G4's Alison Haislip To Attack Its Social Media

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 10:28 AM PDT

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G4's Alison Haislip has a new show to attack: The self-professed "bad ass tech geek" will serve as the backstage online and social media host for NBC's new talent contest The Voice.

Haislip will juggle her day job on G4's Attack of the Show in order to bring some social media cred to The Voice. Not only will she be the online face to the show (a tech counterpart to series host Carson Daly), but she'll be occasionally be seen on The Voice, stationed off stage (in "The V-Room") to chat with the show's contestants and coaches via Twitter, Facebook and the show's website. NBC was set to launch ...

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Prince William's Super-Secret Bachelor Party

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 10:33 AM PDT

Although details are sketchy, Prince William indeed had his bachelor party over the weekend, organized by his brother, Prince Harry.
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The office of the princes would only say that the get-together had occurred. "I can confirm that Prince William's stag party has taken place." According to the Daily Telegraph, William invited about 20 friends to attend the weekend party, possibly held at an estate in Norfolk owned by the father of one of the guests. Photos: Prince William and Kate Middleton Through the Years! Guests were apparently sworn to silence. William's close friend and likely attendee Thomas van Straubenzee told the Telegraph, "I'm very sorry, but I have got to keep it a secret. I hope you understand." What about Kate Middleton's bachelorette party? Speculation is it will be a "Dirty Dancing"-themed party organized by Kate's sister, Pippa, to be held at the family home in the wealthy English village of Bucklebury.

Ryan Reynolds Still Attached To Deadpool; Will Have Comic Book Scars And Costume!

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 09:48 AM PDT

Empire have released more excerpts from their interview with producer Lauren Shuler Donner, and perhaps most the most interesting piece of information to be revealed during their chat was that Donner who is, "mindful of Reynolds' ever-growing logjam of work, added that the film would shoot in the next year or so." A lot further along than any of us realised then! Here are some of the other highlights of that interview. On THe Current Status Of The Deadpool Movie: "We're looking for a director, yes. He's very involved, Ryan. He's working with the writers on the screenplay and it is as much as it is ours." On Keeping The Movie Faithful To The Comic Books: "I'm tellin' ya, it's true to the comic. You'll see all of them. You'll see Wade Wilson, the good-looking Ryan Reynolds! You'll see Deadpool in his costume and you'll see the cancer-scarred face." On What To Expect From The Wolverine: "It

Rose Byrne Reveals More Details About Moira McTaggert's Role In X-Men: First Class!

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 09:47 AM PDT

On Whether The Production Of The Movie Was Too Rushed: "No, on the contrary, [shooting] films [you] have so much time. I come from TV-land, I come from 'Damages' where you have no time. You have no preparation. You just get the scene the night before and you hope and pray you do a good job. To me, 'X-Men' felt luxurious." On Whetheer She Was Familiar With The Comic Books Beforehand: "I pretty much had to dive in. I knew a little bit, but not much. It's not my world really. I'm not a comic [fan], I never read comics, I've never been hugely into comic book films. It was a whole new genre to discover." On Moira McTaggert's Role In X-Men: First Class: "She's kind of a collaborator. She's James McAvoy's love interest in the film. She's a doctor in the comics and she's a CIA agent [in the film. She's a real pioneer. It's

Fleet Foxes Re-Recorded New Album After Disappointing First Mix

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 01:30 PM PDT

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As the release date for their eagerly-anticipated second album nears, Fleet Foxes frontman Robin Pecknold has revealed that much of the new record 'Helplessness Blues' had to re-recorded after it failed to live up to the singer's standards.

Speaking to Uncut (via Digital Spy), Pecknold explained, "When we did the first mix of the album it was like, 'This is where we're at, not where we want to be.' I felt there were things that could be improved."

Despite what some may think, Pecknold maintains he wasn't tinkering with the album for the sake of it. He said, "I wasn't being precious about it. I wanted the album finished and out as much as anyone. But as soon as we started retooling one or two of the tracks, that opened the floodgates."

Iron Maiden Postpone Brazil Concert Over Safety Concerns

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 10:24 AM PDT

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Iron Maiden were forced to scrap a gig in Brazil on Sunday night over fears their fans would not be safe. The legendary rockers arrived at the HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday to find the s...

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Brooke Mueller to 'Extra': 'I'm a Good Mom'

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 11:13 AM PDT

"Extra" caught up with Brooke Mueller at the Argyle Hotel while she was getting ready for the Starlight Children's Foundation gala on Saturday.

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Mueller, who filed a restraining order against Charlie Sheen earlier this month, said their twins, Bob and Max, are doing well. "The boys are having a wonderful time. Everybody's healthy and happy."

Brooke said she wants people to know she is a good mother, and fired back at recent tabloid allegations that claimed she couldn't take care of her kids. "When people say all those mean things... oh yeah, I think, get a life." She added, "I would say about 50 percent of the time they're lies. I'm a good mom, everything else I could care less what people say. The only thing I care about is that people know I'm a good mother."

After Brooke's temporary restraining order expired March 22, Sheen was legally allowed to see his children. The "winning" actor spent some quality time with his sons this past weekend at his home -- the first time he has seen them since they turned two on March 14.

TIL They're going to _butcher_ the Akira remake.

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 05:08 AM PDT

Pixar's Brave Concept Art Photos

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 09:08 AM PDT

Entertainment Weekly has three new concept art photos from the upcoming Pixar adventure Brave, which is set for release on June 22, 2012. Click on any of these photos below to access our gallery. And read further for news on a casting change-up.

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Scottish actress Kelly Macdonald has come in to replace Reese Witherspoon, who stepped away from Brave due to scheduling issues. Kelly Macdonald will voice Merida, a Scottish princess who seeks out on a journey to bring peace to her kingdom.

We also reported back in October that Pixar was replacing director Brenda Chapman, Pixar's first female director, with Mark Andrews. It has been confirmed that both Brenda Chapman and Mark Andrews will be credited as directors. Here's a description of the movie from EW.

Brave is set in the mystical Scottish Highlands, where Merida is the princess of a kingdom ruled by King Fergus (Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (Emma Thompson). An unruly daughter and an accomplished archer, Merida one day defies a sacred custom of the land and inadvertently brings turmoil to the kingdom. In an attempt to set things right, Merida seeks out an eccentric old Wise Woman (Julie Walters) and is granted an ill-fated wish. Also figuring into Merida's quest - and serving as comic relief - are the kingdom's three lords: the enormous Lord MacGuffin (Kevin McKidd), the surly Lord Macintosh (Craig Ferguson), and the disagreeable Lord Dingwall (Robbie Coltrane).

Brave comes to theaters June 22nd, 2012 and stars Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson, Julie Walters, Kevin McKidd, Craig Ferguson, Robbie Coltrane. The film is directed by Brenda Chapman, Mark Andrews.


X-Men: First Class Empire Cast Photos

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 09:46 AM PDT

The latest issue of Empire Magazine has a cover story devoted to the upcoming superhero adventure X-Men: First Class, which hits theaters nationwide on June 3. Click on these photos below, which feature James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Kevin Bacon, January Jones, and Nicholas Hoult, to access our growing gallery.

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X-Men: First Class comes to theaters June 3rd, 2011 and stars Michael Fassbender, James McAvoy, Caleb Landry Jones, Nicholas Hoult, Kevin Bacon, Jennifer Lawrence, Edi Gathegi, Jason Flemyng. The film is directed by Matthew Vaughn.


Fergie Ran A Marathon For Charity On Her Birthday

Posted: 28 Mar 2011 10:00 AM PDT

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Fergie spent her birthday on Sunday helping to raise money for the Japanese relief effort by joining her actor husband Josh Duhamel for his star-studded charity run in California. The Transformer...

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