And the tennis game goes back and forth. First Carrie Fisher admits she's in the upcoming "Star Wars: Episode VII". The next day her PR reps claim she was joking. Today, even though he's left the franchise behind, George Lucas tells Vulture that she isn't the only one onboard: "We had already signed Mark and Carrie and Harrison — or we were … [Read more...]
Carrie Fisher Confirmed For “Star Wars VII”
March 6, 2013 by
"Yes". With one word, Carrie Fisher has confirmed that she will back in the role of Princess Leia in the upcoming J.J. Abrams-directed "Star Wars: Episode VII". Fisher gave the quote to Palm Beach Illustrated who asked her if she would be back for the new film. While the other players (Ford, Hamill) have been linked in news reports, Fisher's … [Read more...]
Local tennis star steps away from the game
February 20, 2013 by
A Local tennis star is stepping away from the sport because she says to stay would be sacrificing too much of her life. At just 22 years-old, Vancouver's Rebecca Marino was recently ranked as 38th in the world. But she says now is the time to step away from tennis and explore other possibilities. Marino says while nasty comments on … [Read more...]
Motion Poster: “Star Trek Into Darkness”
February 19, 2013 by
Paramount Pictures has released a motion poster focusing on Benedict Cumberbatch's John Harrison character in the upcoming "Star Trek Into Darkness". There's also a new first look featurette, check them both out below: Dark Horizons - News … [Read more...]
Kasdan, Kinberg Talk “Star Wars” Future
February 11, 2013 by
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...]
Disney Confirms “Star Wars” Spin-Off Films
February 6, 2013 by
It was thought to be case, now Disney Pictures CEO Bob Iger has confirmed talk that the studio is looking into "Star Wars" spin-off films that will be released independently of the new trilogy. Iger tells CNBC: "There has been speculation about some stand-alone films that are in development. I can confirm to you today that, in fact, we are … [Read more...]
Yoda From “Star Wars” Gets A Biopic?
February 5, 2013 by
While J.J. Abrams is occupied with "Star Wars: Episode VII," Disney Pictures is reportedly developing scripts that could be used for spinoff features focusing on various supporting characters. The Zack Snyder-directed "Seven Samurai" rumor was quickly shot down a few weeks ago, now AICN has posted a bit of speculation. This rumor claims the first … [Read more...]
“Star Wars” 3D Re-Releases On Hold
January 28, 2013 by
So much for that. After a modest $ 23 million domestic haul with the 3D re-release of "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace" on the big screen last year, Fox and Lucasfilm had been planning to move ahead with the same treatment of all five "Star Wars" films. It had gotten far enough that Episodes II & III were already scheduled for … [Read more...]
Is J.J. Abrams Still On “Star Trek 3”?
January 26, 2013 by
With J.J. Abrams being revealed yesterday as director of the upcoming "Star Wars: Episode VII", one question that has since come up is what will happen to the "Star Trek" film franchise? With Abrams having directed the 2009 reboot and its upcoming sequel "Star Trek Into Darkness," his departure has led to questions regarding whether or not he … [Read more...]
It’s Official: Abrams Set For “Star Wars”
January 26, 2013 by
Disney has just issued this official press release confirming yesterday's news regarding the new director of "Star Wars: Episode VII". Here's the statement: J.J. Abrams will direct Star Wars: Episode VII, the first of a new series of Star Wars films to come from Lucasfilm under the leadership of Kathleen Kennedy. Abrams will be directing and … [Read more...]
