Embankment Films has added a Rupert Wyatt-directed adaptation of Sebastian Faulks' acclaimed First World War novel "Birdsong" to its upcoming slate. The story follows a young English soldier, exploring his relationship with a married French woman and his experiences fighting on the frontline. Wyatt ("Rise of the Planet of the Apes") has penned … [Read more...]
Skype updates terms of service to make mention of ‘Video Messaging’ feature
December 5, 2012 by
Skype hardly has a history of keeping its forthcoming features secret, but then again, surprises aren't all they're chalked up to be. This go 'round, an updated terms of service page has outed a heretofore unannounced update: Video Messaging. While it's not possible to indulge just yet, we're left to assume that an impending update will enable … [Read more...]
Refn To Produce Aussie Drug Feature
November 20, 2012 by
Danish producer Lene Børglum, Australian producer Sue Milliken ("Black Robe," "Paradise Road"), and "Drive" director Nicolas Winding Refn are all seat to team on a drug running feature. English cinematographer Larry Smith ("Bronson," "Only God Forgives") will make his feature directing debut on the project entitled "Trafficker." Ken Kwek ("The … [Read more...]
BFI Planning “Gone Too Far” Feature
October 11, 2012 by
The BFI Film Fund is set to back a film adaptation of Bola Adbaje's coming-of-age comedy stage play "Gone Too Far" says The Hollywood Reporter. The story follows two estranged teenage brothers over the course of a single day as they meet for the first time, and struggle to accept each other for who they are. Destiny Ekaragha helms the project, … [Read more...]
Sony Animation Plans “Manimal” Feature
September 18, 2012 by
Sony Pictures Animation has scored the movie rights to NBC's short-lived early 80's TV series "Manimal" with plans to turn it into a combination live-action/CG animated feature says Heat Vision. Simon MacCorkindale ("Death on the Nile") starred in the campy original as Dr. Jonathan Chase, a wealthy doctor with a mysterious past, who can shape … [Read more...]
Chris O’Dowd Pens Feature, Joins “Tree”
August 17, 2012 by
HBO and BBC2 have given a full first season, eight half-hour episode order to Christopher Guest's new series comedy "Family Tree" reports Variety. The story follows an aimless 30-year-old (Chris O'Dowd) who goes on a journey to discover his family roots after inheriting a mysterious box of belongings from his great-aunt. The order was reportedly … [Read more...]
Sandler Producing “Bad Toys II” Feature
July 26, 2012 by
Sony Pictures and Happy Madison are developing a feature film adaptation of the French short film "Bad Toys II" says Heat Vision. A combination of computer animation, comic book panels and live-action, the short involves a destructive car chase on a level akin to the outrageousness of a Michael Bay "Bad Boys" movie. The difference? The cars are … [Read more...]
Tyler Perry Penning A Sci-Fi Feature
June 29, 2012 by
Madea himself, filmmaker Tyler Perry, was one of many people disappointed in Ridley Scott's recent "Prometheus". So much so he might be attempting his own effort in the sci-fi genre. "I love sci-fi, I love the Alien movies and the Alien franchise. I was very disappointed with Prometheus, but I love that whole franchise. Those are my favorite … [Read more...]
“Ninja Turtles” Feature Reboot This Year
June 10, 2012 by
The Province reports that the Michael Bay-produced "Ninja Turtles" reboot will begin shooting later this year. In fact, Paramount Pictures is looking to start principal photography late this summer or early in the fall in Vancouver. The film is live-action but the turtles are expected to be motion capture CGI - ala last year's "Rise of the … [Read more...]
Antal Helms 3D Metallica Feature
March 8, 2012 by
Metallica have set Nimród Antal ("Predators," "Kontroll") to direct their upcoming 3D feature film project reports Market Wire. The project will combine narrative and concert elements starring the five members of the band and their fans. Shooting kicks off this August for a release in Summer next year. Charlotte Huggins will produce. Antal says … [Read more...]
