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New TV Spot for ‘Daybreakers’ – Yes, another vampire movie

Jane Boursaw — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:21:41 +0000

Starting to get some buzz about “Daybreakers” – yes, another vampire movie! Well, that’s fine with me. I love vampire movies.

This one stars Ethan Hawke as Edward Dalton, a researcher in the year 2019 investigating an unknown plague that’s transformed the world’s population into vampires. As the human population nears extinction, vampires must capture and farm every remaining human, or find a blood substitute before time runs out.

However, a covert group of vampires makes a remarkable discovery, one which has the power to save the human race.

“Daybreakers” hits theaters on Jan. 8, 2010 and also stars Willem Dafoe, Isabel Lucas, and Sam Neill. No rating yet, but I’m guessing R or possibly PG-13. Watch the trailer here, and check out the new TV spot.

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Taylor Lautner: Chris Weitz was always supportive

Jane Boursaw — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:44:31 +0000

Before it was confirmed that Taylor Lautner would return as Jacob Black in “The Twilight Saga: New Moon,” there were some dark times at the end of 2008. But he says he tried to focus on things he could control, rather than being sucked into the black hole of what was going on.

"Chris [Weitz] was always extremely supportive and I was glad to have him behind me," Lautner says. He is such a cutie! And I’m like some lovelorn Twi-hard teeny-bopper!

“New Moon” hits theaters in three days. Have you got your tickets? I do!

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Dakota Fanning talks ‘New Moon’ and Vampires on Ellen

Jane Boursaw — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:24:17 +0000

Dakota Fanning stopped by the Ellen DeGeneres show to plug “The Twilight Saga: New Moon,” as well as show a new clip. That Ellen is such a prankster, though; she pulled a little vampire switch on Dakota (who’s totally grown up now!). “New Moon” hits theaters this Friday, Nov. 20, 2009.

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New Moon’s Volturi dish about the movie

Jane Boursaw — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 04:52:01 +0000

The Volturi clan has a few things to say about what it was like to film “The Twilight Saga: New Moon.” Hollywood Dailies caught up with Michael Sheen, Jaime Campbell Bower, Dakota Fanning, and Cameron Bright to hear what they had to say about their vampire inspirations and wearing those red contacts.

And apparently, Dakota Fanning and Kristen Stewart are BFFs, having filmed “New Moon,” “The Runaways,” and “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse” together back to back.

“New Moon” hits theaters next Friday, Nov. 20, 2009.

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Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner storm Paris and London for ‘New Moon’ fan events

Jane Boursaw — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:26:14 +0000

Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner and director Chris Weitz were in London today, promoting “The Twilight Saga: New Moon” at Battersea Evolution.

The crew has been jetting here, there and everywhere promoting the movie, and flew from Los Angeles to Paris on Monday, amidst throngs of screaming fans. As for whether it bothers him, Pattinson told one reporter:

“It’s when I’m in my real life, when I’m not working, when there’s less security around me, that it’s worrying,” he said. “When some girl shows up on my doorstep … In a way, it’s funny because it’s completely new to me. Growing up, that wasn’t me. I wasn’t someone who had a girlfriend.”

It appears he DOES have a girlfriend now, co-star Kristen Stewart, who plays Bella Swan in the movie. According to one report, the pair were the last ones to leave the terminal to board the plane. “Out on the tarmac, he took her hand, like young lovers. They stopped and looked at each other, their plane, the scene. They seemed very calm, in love. They continued holding hands boarding the plane.” Awww, that’s sweet.

For more on “New Moon,” visit Junior Celebs and Twilight Groupie!

See pics of the London event after the jump…

Images: splashnewsonline.com; Newscom

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Clash of the Titans teaser trailer with Sam Worthington, Ralph Fiennes

Jane Boursaw — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:08:33 +0000

Warner Bros. Pictures has released a teaser trailer for director Louis Leterrier’s “Clash of the Titans,” opening in theaters March 26, 2010. As I read that description below, all I can think is how much fun it must be for the guys working on this movie, both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. It looks like a blast!

If you know your mythology, you’re ahead of the game on this one. Sam Worthington plays Perseus; born of a god but raised as a man, he’s helpless to save his family from Hades (Ralph Fiennes), a vengeful god of the underworld.

So Perseus volunteers to lead a dangerous mission to defeat Hades before he can seize power from Zeus (Liam Neeson) and unleash hell on earth. Leading a daring band of warriors, Perseus sets off on a perilous journey deep into forbidden worlds, battling unholy demons and frightening beasts. Here’s the teaser trailer:

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Schedule for the New Moon cast tour, pictures of their first stop in Los Angeles

Jane Boursaw — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:52:13 +0000

Now not only do bands tour, but casts of movies tour, too. With bands! The cast of “The Twilight Saga: New Moon,” is currently touring locations across the country on their Hot Topic tour, along with bands featured in the movie. I’ve got some photos of their first appearance at Hollywood and Highland in Los Angeles yesterday.

This cast is going to be so happy when the movie comes out on Nov. 20! They already look exhausted, and I’m sure they’ll be completely fried out by the end of the tour.

After the jump, check out the full list of locations and see if they’re in your area (if you can score tickets, that is).

Robert Pattinson, a.k.a. Edward Cullen:

More pics after the jump, and the schedule…

Kellan Lutz, a.k.a. Emmett Cullen:

Nikki Reed, a.k.a. Rosalie Hale:

Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner, a.k.a. Bella Swan and Jacob Black:

Here’s the lowdown on the “New Moon” tour dates:

11/06/09 Los Angeles, CA SOLD OUT
Hollywood & Highland
Cast Appearing: Kellan Lutz "Emmett", Nikki Reed "Rosalie", Jamie Campbell Bower "Caius", Alex Meraz "Paul", Kiowa Gordon "Embry", Ashley Greene "Alice", Elizabeth Reaser "Esme", and Chaske Spencer "Sam"
Bands appearing: Band of Skulls, Sea Wolf, Anya Marina, and Death Cab for Cutie

11/08/09 Denver, CO SOLD OUT
Park Meadows
Cast Appearing: Alex Meraz "Paul" & Kiowa Gordon "Embry"

11/09/09 San Francisco, CA SOLD OUT
Stonestown Galleria
Cast Appearing: Ashley Greene "Alice" & Kellan Lutz "Emmett"

11/09/09 Washington, DC SOLD OUT
Fair Oaks Mall
Cast Appearing: Edi Gathegi "Laurent" & Jamie Campbell Bower "Caius"

11/10/09 Chicago, IL SOLD OUT
Westfield Fox Valley
Cast Appearing: Ashley Greene "Alice" & Kellan Lutz "Emmett"
Band Appearing: Anya Marina

11/10/09 Houston, TX SOLD OUT
Houston Galleria
Cast Appearing: Alex Meraz "Paul" & Kiowa Gordon "Embry"

11/10/09 Philadelphia, PA
Cherry Hill Mall
Cast Appearing: Charlie Bewley "Demetri" & Daniel Cudmore "Felix"
Band Appearing: Hurricane Bells

11/11/09 Miami, FL SOLD OUT
Dadeland Mall
Cast Appearing: Alex Meraz "Paul" & Kiowa Gordon "Embry"

11/11/09 Minneapolis, MN
Mall of America
Cast Appearing: Edi Gathegi "Laurent" & Jamie Campbell Bower "Caius"
Band Appearing: Anya Marina

11/12/09 Boston, MA SOLD OUT
Natick Collection
Cast Appearing: Ashley Greene "Alice" & Kellan Lutz "Emmett"
Band Appearing: Hurricane Bells

11/12/09 Seattle, WA
Westfield Southcenter
Cast Appearing: Charlie Bewley "Demetri" & Daniel Cudmore "Felix"
Band Appearing: Anya Marina

11/12/09 Atlanta, GA
Mall of Georgia
Cast Appearing: Edi Gathegi "Laurent" & Jamie Campbell Bower "Caius"

11/13/09 Phoenix, AZ
Scottsdale Fashion Square
Cast Appearing: Charlie Bewley "Demetri" & Daniel Cudmore "Felix"

11/14/09 Salt Lake City, UT
Fashion Place
Cast Appearing: Edi Gathegi "Laurent" & Jamie Campbell Bower "Caius"
Band Appearing: Anya Marina

In addition, Hot Topic promises "a special visit from cast members in Times Square!" Keep an eye on their site for more details.

Images: INF

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The Twilight Saga: New Moon: Volturi Primer (watch a featurette)

Jane Boursaw — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:29:22 +0000

Here’s a new featurette for The Twilight Saga: New Moon,” in theaters Nov. 20, 2009 (check out our Twilight Groupie blog!). For those who haven’t read the books by Stephenie Meyer, it tells a little more about the mysterious Volturi.

They’re the oldest coven in the “Twilight” universe, and they’re the closest thing the vampires have to royalty. They also enforce the law and keep things in order. A few more bites:

Aro (Michael Sheen) is the most dangerous and deadly vampire.
Marcus (Christopher Heyerdahl) can sniff out treason.
Caius (Jamie Campbell Bower) is perpetually angry.
Aro, Marcus and Caius are in charge, with Jane as their foremost minion.
Jane (Dakota Fanning) is their secret weapon. She looks innocent, but she’s really quite evil.
Alex (Cameron Bright) is a henchman who has the ability to cut off senses.
Demetri (Charlie Bewley) is a protector and an expert tracker.
Felix (Daniel Cudmore) is one of the enforcers and very brutal and animalistic.

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Willem Dafoe returning to Spider-Man?

Jane Boursaw — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:08:00 +0000

It’s been known for a while that Dylan Baker will reprise his role as Dr. Curt Connors in “Spider-Man 4,” allowing some of us to hope that The Lizard might emerge as Peter Parker’s newest foe.

But what about the villains we already know and love? Like Willem Dafoe’s Green Goblin? Ok, sure he “died” at the end of the first “Spider-Man” movie, but he managed to appear in the two sequels as an apparition in a mirror, seen by his son, Harry.

While Dafoe says that “no one’s called” to ask if he’d be in the upcoming “Spider-Man 4,” he’s not ruling out the idea.

“I think it’s possible,” he said in a recent MTV interview. “But I haven’t heard anything.”

There’s also the fact that Harry — played by James Franco — is probably out of the picture after his death in “Spider-Man 3.” But like Dafoe says, anything is possible.

Check out all the “Spider-Man” coverage on Superhero Profiles!

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John Rhys-Davies won’t play Gimli again

Jane Boursaw — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:45:00 +0000

Fans of “Lord of the Rings” have been speculating on who would be back for the two-film “Hobbit” prequel, scheduled to hit theaters Dec. 2011 and Dec. 2012. Will Ian McKellen be back as Gandalf? And what about the creature Gollum? Will the pivotal role once again be played by Andy Serkis?

We’ve got our answer for at least one of the characters. John Rhys-Davies will not be back as the dwarf Gimli or any other dwarf, for that matter. But probably not for the reasons you think.

In an interview with Empire, he talked about the severe allergic reaction he had to the prosthetic makeup he wore for “Rings,” saying he wouldn’t play the character again.

“I’ve already been asked, and to be honest with you, I wouldn’t. I have already completely ruled it out. There’s a sentimental part of me that would love to be involved again. Really, I am not sure my face can take that sort of punishment any more."

In fact, it got so bad that Rhys-Davies could only work one day out of three. And he says he probably wouldn’t consider a smaller part. “Why would you want to do it if it was just a couple of shots? When you’ve been 1 of 1, why would you want to be 1 of 13?”

Ok, so how about a different race? “I’d really prefer to play something quite different. Maybe an Elf. They’ve got a different set of problems with ‘The Hobbit,’ because you’ve got 13 dwarves, a whole band of them. … You’re trying to represent a whole race. … You’re trying to do for dwarves what ‘The Lord of the Rings’ did for hobbits."

It’s disappointing, but hopefully we’ll see him in a different role.

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