As political arguments both on the podiums and in homes fire up in the United States ahead of the federal election, The Wall Street Journal has released the first full trailer for the upcoming independently produced and pro-Objectivism feature "Atlas Shrugged Part II: The Strike". The second of a proposed trilogy of films based on Ayn Rand's … [Read more...]
A First Look At Wachowski’s “Cloud Atlas”
July 26, 2012 by
One of the most secretive films of the year is about to make itself known to the world. The Wachowskis and Tom Tykwer’s ambitious ensemble adaptation of David Mitchell's acclaimed novel "Cloud Atlas" is set for its world premiere in Toronto in September ahead of a release in cinemas late October. Until this week there'd been no material from the … [Read more...]
“Atlas Shrugged” Sequel Hits In October
June 25, 2012 by
Despite the dismal failure of the first outing, things are still progressing on "Atlas Shrugged – Part 2" with an October 12th release being announced says The Hollywood Reporter. Distribution exec Bill Lewis ("The Twilight Saga") and marketing maven Russell Schwartz ("The Lord of the Rings" trilogy) - have come onboard the project to help push … [Read more...]
“Cloud Atlas” To Hit October 26th
June 20, 2012 by
Warner Bros. Pictures has officially set its sci-fi epic "Cloud Atlas" for a U.S. domestic release on October 26th ahead of an international release in early 2013. In a statement announcing the release, WB's Dan Fellman says “Audiences who have seen an early screening of ‘Cloud Atlas’ have been elated by its powerful and inspiring story, as well … [Read more...]
“Cloud Atlas,” “Paranoia,” “Sin City 2” Dates
May 17, 2012 by
Thompson on Hollywood reports that Warner Bros. Pictures has spent a cool $ 20 million picking up distribution rights to the Wachowski siblings and Tom Twyker‘s highly ambitious adaptation of "Cloud Atlas". The film, which currently has a fairly epic runtime of 164 minutes, is currently targeting a U.S. domestic release on December 6th this year. … [Read more...]
Casting: Atlas, Mike, Night, R.I.P.D.
August 26, 2011 by
Cloud Atlas Jim Sturgess has joined the cast of Tom Tykwer and Andy and Lana Wachowski's film adaptation of David Mitchell's novel "Cloud Atlas". Sturgess is expected to play several roles alongside other cast members like Tom Hanks, Hugo Weaving, Ben Whishaw, Halle Berry, Susan Sarandon and Jim Broadbent. [Source: The Hollywood Reporter] Magic … [Read more...]
“Cloud Atlas” Directors Split Their Duties
August 22, 2011 by
The ambitious adaptation of David Mitchell's novel "Cloud Atlas" for Warner Bros. Pictures and Focus International is getting split into two, at least behind the scenes according to The Hollywood Reporter. Filmmakers Tom Tykwer and the Wachowski siblings will shoot parallel to each other using two separate film crews. Though not confirmed, it's … [Read more...]
Casting: AWOL, Atlas, Expecting, Chez
July 20, 2011 by
AWOL Wyatt Russell ("Cowboys & Aliens," "Poseidon") has joined the cast of Danny Mooney's "AWOL" at Lionsgate. Russell will play a character named Topher. Set during the Vietnam war, the story revolves around a soldier (Austin Stowell) who goes AWOL with his best friend (Liam Hemsworth) after his girlfriend (Aimee Teegarden) leaves him. … [Read more...]
