While all the talk about the potential "Star Wars" spin-offs have been about what old characters could come back, those tasked with actually writing them seem more intent on moving forward. Screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan tells The LA Times: "I’m trying to start fresh. There are certain pleasures that we think the saga can bring to people that … [Read more...]
Kasdan, Kinberg To Pen “Star Wars” 8 & 9
November 21, 2012 by
Scribes Lawrence Kasdan ("The Empire Strikes Back," "Raiders of the Lost Ark") and Simon Kinberg ("Sherlock Holmes," "X-Men: Days of Future Past") have reportedly closed deals to pen the final two instalments of the new "Star Wars" trilogy at Disney Pictures. The pair join Oscar winner Michael Arndt ("Toy Story 3," "Little Miss Sunshine") who is … [Read more...]
Kinberg Hired For “X-Men: First Class” Sequel
November 4, 2011 by
Simon Kinberg ("Mr. & Mrs Smith," "X-Men: The Last Stand," "Sherlock Holmes") has been hired to pen the first draft of a sequel to this past summer's "X-Men: First Class" at 20th Century Fox says Superhero Hype. Kinberg served as a producer on the 60's set prequel which starred Michael Fassbender and James McAvoy. After strong reviews but … [Read more...]
