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Update on HELLRAISER: REVELATION.
Tuesday, Aug 31 | Joseph Savitski
Many were surprised when news broke last week that Dimensions Films was apparently abandoning the HELLRAISER remake, in favor of yet another direct-to-video sequel. With the film now heading into production, more details about the 8th sequel are slipping out- as well as news that the death of the remake were a bit premature.
The new film is indeed called HELLRAISER: REVELATIONS; the script is by special effects wizard Gary Tunnicliffe and directed by Victor Garcia. Starring in the new horror tale is Peta Wilson, although as reported earlier, Doug Bradley has declined the chance to reprise the role of Pinhead. The story centers around two friends who unleash the Cenobites-however one of them changes his mind and hopes to swap one of his friend's family members in exchange for himself. Expect the chance to see male and female Cenobites, and the introduction of a pseudo-Pinhead. Shooting begins in Louisiana on September 3rd, and is scheduled to... >> Read full headline |
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The Devil You Say!?! LAST EXORCISM Opens at #1.
Tuesday, Aug 31 | Joseph Savitski
Cinema verite got a big shot in the arm this weekend, when the micro-budget THE LAST EXORCISM squeaked into the top spot at the box office this weekend. Taking in an estimated $21.3 million, it's a major victory for Lionsgate-especially since the horror film only had a budget of around $2 million. TAKERS finished at #2 with $21 million on fewer screens, but the Screen Gems release had a significantly higher budget of $20 million. THE EXPENDABLES dropped to $9.5 million in its' third week, keeping the old school action entry alive with a cumulative gross of $82 million.
The AVATAR re-release disappointed, the special edition failed to crack the Top 10 and finished at a lowly 12th place. Although the new version contained nine minutes of new footage, it wasn't enough to bring moviegoers back to Pandora. Most likely, the combination of higher 3D ticket prices for a film many own on DVD... >> Read full headline |
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Is There A Time Lord In The Shire?
Tuesday, Aug 31 | Joseph Savitski
It seems the upcoming production of THE HOBBIT can't shake the DOCTOR WHO connection. Earlier this year, David Tennant was rumored to be up for a lead role, now Slyvester McCoy has revealed to the Argyllshire Standard that he's up for a big role as a wizard in the film. McCoy declined to name the exact character, although TheOneRing.net believes it is to be Radagast the Brown.
McCoy is best known for playing The Doctor in his 7th incarnation, from 1987 until the show's cancellation in 1989. He did return to reprise the role in Fox's 1996 television film, where he handed over the TARDIS keys to Paul McGann.
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HOSTEL 3 Gets A HANGOVER-like Setting.
Tuesday, Aug 31 | Joseph Savitski
Despite HOSTEL 2 not living up to anyone's financial expectations, Sony is releasing HOSTEL 3 through their Stage 6 Productions; the new setting will be Las Vegas where a bachelor party gets wilder than anyone expected. Scott Spiegel will direct and co-write the script with John Fasano. Eli Roth will have no involvement in the second sequel that will go direct to video sometime next year.
Kip Pardue, John Hensley, Skyler Stone, Chris Coy, and Sarah Habel round out the cast. Filming is set to begin in Michigan the first week of September, before heading to Sin City where most of the exteriors will be shot.
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Matt Smith Extends Office Hours On DOCTOR WHO!
Sunday, Aug 29 | Joseph Savitski
Earlier it was reported that Matt Smith might be leaving DOCTOR WHO after next season, ditching the 11th Doctor and sprinting for Hollywood. It seems that couldn't be farther from the truth.
Several British publications have head from insider sources in the BBC that, on no uncertain terms, is Smith heading anywhere without the TARDIS and a trusty companion. He's expected to stay on the show past 2013, since producers don't want fans having to get used to another incarnation too soon. DOCTOR WHO and Smith will return for a Christmas special (starring HARRY POTTER'S Michael Gambon), then have a new season begin in early 2011. One of the highlights of the coming season is a script by critically acclaimed author Neil Gaiman.
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Re-Release Update: BACK TO THE FUTURE Off, EXORCIST On!!
Wednesday, Aug 25 | Joseph Savitski
Bad news, if you want to see BACK TO THE FUTURE on the big screen again--grab your passport and head to Britain. It's apparently only going to be re-released in the United Kingdom, before the trilogy comes out on blu ray.
Good news, for one night only, THE EXORCIST: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT is being released for one night only theatrically on September 30th at 7pm (EST), as a special promotion for the home video release. An additional bonus is behind the scenes footage with the cast and crew. Check your Fandango site to see if it's playing in your neck of the woods-it'll be a lovely night for an exorcism.
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PIRANAHA 3D Sequel Greenlit.
Wednesday, Aug 25 | Joseph Savitski
After bringing in a fairly impressive $10 million over the weekend, Dimensions has greenlit a sequel to the gory fish story. The original film concerns prehistoric piranhas, who are freed when an earthquake opens a fissure in the lakebed and allows them to escape and prey on partying teens. No word on who'll direct, but it's assumed that whoever wasn't fish food is eligible to return. Thanks to Deadlinehollywood.com for the scoop.
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David Slade To Direct WOLVERINE 2?
Monday, Aug 23 | Joseph Savitski
There's been a sudden movement on the second WOLVERINE film as of late: first Christopher McQuarrie (THE USUAL SUSPECTS) was scripting, and then the revelation that Hugh Jackman had dropped out of a comedy to get serious about bulking up for the role. Now it seems the film might get a director with major league talent; David Slade (HARD CANDY, TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE) is in talks to hop into the director's chair.
WOLVERINE 2 is set for release in 2012, and set to go into production early 2011. It'll cover Wolverine's time in Japan as a gajin samurai. With Slade at the helm, expect more of the harder edge the Wolverine graphic novels have. Despite Jackman's desire to have Wolverine included in THE AVENGER'S film project, it looks as though it will sail minus the clawed one. As a result, he's putting all of his efforts into the WOLVERINE sequel. Expect a more family friendly PG-13 rating again,... >> Read full headline |
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New HELLRAISER Now A Sequel, Sans Bradley!
Monday, Aug 23 | Joseph Savitski
Fans of the HELLRAISER franchise finally have some news on the next movie! According to STYD, the reboot is now off and the new movie will be a sequel. Entitled HELLRAISER: REVELATIONS, the biggest shock is who won't be in it. Doug Bradley has declined the Pinhead role, which he would have played for the ninth time. No word on if the role will be recast or who'll play the iconic character, but production is said to begin with Victor Garcia directing next month.
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And The New Alex Cross Is....Idris Elba!
Monday, Aug 23 | Joseph Savitski
Alex Cross, the star of the James Patterson novels that seem to come out every other month, will be rebooted for the big screen. Idris Elba will star as Cross in David Twohy's (Pitch Black, Alien 3) adaptation of Patterson's 12th novel entitled CROSS. Elba will be appearing in the upcoming TAKERS and THOR, and previously has been seen on THE WIRE and drew raves for his performance in the BBC thriller LUTHER. He'll be stepping into some big shoes, as Alex Cross has previously been portrayed twice in the movies by Morgan Freeman.The Global Cafe
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Was There A Casting Call For SUPER 8 This Weekend?
Monday, Aug 23 | Joseph Savitski
Looks like we might be hearing about an actual cast for J. J. Abrams' massively secret project entitled SUPER 8. A casting call on the Paramount lot was held, searching for 13 - 14 year olds with "a Midwestern feel" to them. This matches what's known about the veiled film, as gleaned from the trailer and internet spies.
The plot postulates that an section of Area 51 was closed off during the 70's, and shipped to the Midwestern United States. Being transported by train, there's a derailment and something escapes. Later, a group of teens making a movie on the antiquated Super 8 format spot an extraterrestrial being in the frames of their movie.
The movie will be shot this fall, and is set for release during the crowded 2011 summer slate. Executive producer is Steven Spielberg under his Amblin production banner, Bad Robot and ILM will also be involved in the production. Abrams... >> Read full headline |
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Hugh Jackman Drops AVON MAN To Be An X-Man!
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
Fan boys breathed a double sigh of relief when it was announced Hugh Jackman would be dropping out of the lead in AVON MAN--the better to get massively cut for WOLVERINE 2. Jackman was expected to test his comedic chops playing a laid off auto worker, who is forced to sell Avon cosmetics to pay the bills. Sucking up the emasculating situation, he turns on the charm and uses his good looks to become the top seller. He then tries to save the economically depressed town by enlisting his unemployed buddies to hawk cosmetics, in order to win a regional competition. Jackman isn't totally leaving AVON MAN, he'll still stay on as producer.
Hugh won't be taking vacation--far from it. He'll be preparing for a sequel to 2009's WOLVERINE, which means grueling workouts and a protein rich diet to add pounds of muscle to his usually slim frame. The sequel is being scripted by Christopher McQuarrie, and will be... >> Read full headline |
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Lisabeth Salander Finally Cast In GIRL W/THE DRAGON TATTOO American Remake!
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
It's been the most coveted role in Hollywood as of recent history, but the character of Lisabeth Salander has finally been cast in David Fincher's remake of the film adaptation of Stieg Larsson's smash novel. Salander will be portrayed by Rooney Mara, who previously was in the NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET remake and worked with Fincher on THE SOCIAL NETWORK. She'll join Daniel Craig and Stellan Skarsgard, along with the "in talks" Robin Wright. She's expected to keep playing the character in the following two sequels, THE GIRL WHO PLAYED WITH FIRE and THE GIRL WHO KICKED THE HORNET'S NEST; David Fincher may or may not direct those, although Sony wants him to.
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Magnolia Discovers MONSTERS Are Real!
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
Things have been pretty quiet on the kaiju front as of late; aside from a trickle of info on the GODZILLA reboot there's been nothing. This September, Magnolia plans to change that with the release of the high concept and low budget MONSTERS.
The premise is an intriguing one. Six years ago, NASA discovered the possibility of life existing within our solar system; an unmanned probe was launched to collect live samples. Crashing upon re-entry over South America, the samples soon spawn gigantic creatures and half of Mexico is quarantined in an attempt to contain the hostile life forms. The film concerns an American journalist, who agrees to escort a tourist through the perilous quarantined zoned.
MONSTERS will be shown On Demand starting September 24th, but will be given an initial limited theatrical release in New York and Los Angeles on September 29th. The film is written, directed, and production designed by Gareth... >> Read full headline |
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Jason Flemyng Joins X-MEN!
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
It was announced today that Matthew Vaughan's X-MEN: FIRST CLASS snared another talented actor, with Jason Flemyng being added to the roster as Nightcrawler's father Azazel. Introduced in Uncanny X-Men #428 and created by writer Chuck Austen in a storyline called "The Draco". Flemying has previous worked with Vaughan before on STARDUST and LAYER CAKE; he also has had sci-fi/fantasy roles in KICK ASS, SOLOMON KANE, and FROM HELL.
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STAR WARS Goes Blu Ray in 2011!
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
The news fan boys have been aching to hear was announced today, as all six STAR WARS films will be getting the Blu-Ray treatment next year. In addition to new transfers, fans can expect numerous documentaries and behind the scenes features.
Of course, the jewel in the crown will be the deleted scenes that many have heard about but few have seen. Expect the Biggs scenes from Episode IV, as well as Luke constructing his new light saber and a sandstorm sequence from Episode VI. No news on an exact release date yet.
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Time To Go Back To The Future.....Again!
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
It's been 25 years since BACK TO THE FUTURE hit theater screens, spawning two sequels, an animated series and comic books. This autumn, Universal Pictures will once again be firing up the Flux Capacitor, as BACK TO THE FUTURE will be re-released in theaters on October 1st. If you miss it, don't fret; the entire trilogy will be given a deluxe Blu-Ray release October 25th. It'll have over two hours of extras, including an alternate storyboarded ending and footage featuring Eric Stoltz (the actor originally cast as Marty McFly). It will also be digitally remastered for optimal viewing.
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TERMINATOR Felled--By A Cease & Desist Letter??
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
It appears that not everyone is pleased with Hannover House's plan to develop a $70 million animated film based on the TERMINATOR franchise--specifically the company that owns the rights to the characters. Pacificor LLC, who purchased the rights this March in California Bankruptcy Court, hit Hannover with a cease and desist letter this morning. According to Pacificor, they had no knowledge of TERMINATOR 3000 and never gave any permission for work to begin on January 2011. The company would rather keep the series in the direction it has been going, as a live action feature extending for at least two or more films.
Hannover House CEO Eric Parkinson has countered this news by announcing he has financial backing currently in place and can deliver the massive rights payment that could be as expensive as $30 million. A meeting between the two parties is scheduled for next week, at which time this matter is expected... >> Read full headline |
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New TERMINATOR Film--From An Unlikely Source?
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
After TERMINATOR: SALVATION, it was assumed somebody would make another film in the franchise. Director McG had plans for 2 more films, but those promptly went up in the air when the rights went to auction. Now it seems there's a new player in the TERMINATOR sweepstakes.
Now an Arkansas based production company called Hannover House has announced it is moving forward with a fifth TERMINATOR film, being co-produced with Red Bear Entertainment. Called TERMINATOR 3000, the project will be a $70 million 3D animated feature said to feature the characters and situations begun in the first film. The press release keeps things under close wraps, with no stars, director, writer, or plot listed. However, it does make a point of saying the violence will be toned down for a PG-13 rating. No word on production start or release date either.
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The Scoop on Nolan's 3rd BATMAN Film!
Wednesday, Aug 18 | Joseph Savitski
Ever since the closing credits began on THE DARK KNIGHT, fans have their rabid speculation and rampant rumors as to what will happen next. Names like Johnny Depp, Angelina Jolie, David Tennant, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Robert Pattison have all been linked to roles in the next film.
Here's what's truly known for sure:
The official title of the film is currently UNTITLED 2012 BATMAN SEQUEL, and it will begin filming next April for release in July 20, 2012. Unlike the previous two films, which were primarily lensed in Chicago, the third film will shoot in New Orleans to take advantage of the city's generous tax incentives. The new villain is expected to be The Riddler, portrayed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Rumors of the Catwoman making an appearance are highly unlikely, as Nolan prefers to use only one villain per film.
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Bekmambetov Leaves TWILIGHT WATCH At The Altar For ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VAMPIRE HUNTER.
Monday, Aug 9 | Joseph Savitski
According to an interview with Empire, the next project from Timur Bekmambetov will be a film adaptation of ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VAMPIRE HUNTER; expect Tim Burton to produce the film with the film shooting in America this winter. He's also developing WANTED 2, but that will have to wait until star James McAvoy finishes his obligations on X-MEN: FIRST CLASS. As for MOBY DICK and 20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA, both are still in the scripting stages and Timur still has intentions to direct them.
For NIGHTWATCH fans, the news isn't so promising. The third film, TWILIGHTWATCH, was suppose to have been Bekmambetov's next project. Produced through FOX SEARCHLIGHT, it would have taken the main characters to America, where they would team up with the Los Angeles branch of the Night Watch. But after the success of WANTED, the project has increasingly been pushed to the background--much to the dismay of fans. Timur now... >> Read full headline |
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SAW Franchise To Continue?
Monday, Aug 9 | Joseph Savitski
The SAW series was suppose to end this October with SAW VII: ENDGAME; the producers even went to the trouble of filming the finale in 3D and bringing back Cary Elwes, not seen since the first film. But now it seems the SAW series will join the large number of horror franchises whose "final" films were anything but.
Dark Horizons has reported that SAW VII star Betsy Russell let it slip that the writers have cooked up a scenario for SAW 8. She described the story as "incredible", and is sure an 8th film will happen. SAW VII is still set to open October 22nd, opposite PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 2.
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Weinstein Company Looking to Remake AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON
Monday, Aug 9 | Joseph Savitski
The Weinstein Company acquired the rights to remake AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON last June, and now is going forward with the project. Scripter Fernley Phillips, who previously wrote the Jim Carrey thriller THE NUMBER 23, is in talks to pen the remake. Expect the film to have a contemporary settling and be released through Weinstein's Dimensions Films genre label.
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Lionsgate Back Catalog Horror, ROCKY HORROR & APOCALYSE NOW Go Blu!
Friday, Aug 6 | Trevor Stottlemyer
Lionsgate recently announced a huge catalog Blu-Ray release schedule for October of 2010. The crown jewel of this latest batch of Blu-Ray titles is the original Bad Lieutenant featuring audio commentary from Abel Ferrara. Other titles coming in October include 2001 Maniacs, Hard Candy, The Blair Witch Project and High Tension.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show celebrates 35 years and gets a Hi-Definition facelift on October 19th, just in time for this year’s Halloween Tim-Warp parties . Special features include audio commentary from Richard O'Brien and Patricia Quinn, Rocky Horror karaoke, various audience experience features and BD-Live.
2010 continues to wow film lovers with the release of classic and important films in the Hi-Definition format, one of the biggest announcements is Apocalypse Now. On top of featuring both the theatrical cut and the Redux cut of the film, the Blu-Ray releases include 9 hours of bonus material. If that was not enough, The Full... >> Read full headline |
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ALIEN Prequel Gets LOST!
Wednesday, Aug 4 | Joseph Savitski
The big news reported around the 'net concerns the long gestating ALIEN prequel, and the hot writer assigned to craft the script. LOST's Damon Lindelof is being brought aboard to rewrite John Spaihts' screenplay, getting it ready for Ridley Scott to direct. Lindelof is no stranger to working on film, he did unaccredited rewrites on the STAR TREK reboot and co-wrote the upcoming COWBOYS & ALIENS. He'll also be working on the STAR TREK sequel due out in 2012. He wrote the Marvel Comic miniseries ULTIMATE HULK VS. WOLVERINE, notable for having a year gap in between issues. The ALIEN prequel will be filmed in 3D, and is expected to elaborate on the mysterious "space jockey" alien found by the crew of the Nostromo--despite the fact that the origins of the space jockey and it's race were revealed in comic books published by Dark Horse.
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He's Tanned, Rested, & Ready--Godzilla's Back!!!
Wednesday, Aug 4 | Joseph Savitski
The San Diego Comicon always produces a massive amount of fanboy hype to a spectacular degree. So it's understandable that a significant nugget of news got lost amid panels for high profile projects like GREEN LANTERN, AVENGERS, and TRON LEGACY. A precious nugget revealing Godzilla was truly back, and showing off his retro look.
Visitors to the Legendary Pictures booth got the chance to acquire t-shirts showing an advance look at Godzilla in his reboot look scheduled for 2012. The new design is pretty faithful to Toho's ideas, and all resemblances to the 1998 Godzilla have been scrapped. The new look Godzilla does appear to be a bit scarier, slightly influenced by the creature suit seen in GODZILLA 2000.
It was confirmed by those working at the booth that this was the new Godzilla design, and not fan art or a proposed design. It was also confirmed that production was moving forward, with further... >> Read full headline |
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Del Toro Does Lovecraft In 3D!
Wednesday, Aug 4 | Joseph Savitski
Del Toro has been busy as of late, working on post production for next years' DON'T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK; he also was announced to helm Disney's HAUNTED MANSION. Now he's tackling the supreme H. P. Lovecraft tale AT THE MOUNTAINS OF MADNESS to be shot in 3D. The film will be produced by James Cameron, Don Murphy, and Susan Montford; the budget is expect to be in the range of $100 million. Universal Pictures will be releasing, and it's assumed it will be released theatrically with a PG-13 rating with an R rated cut available on the DVD/Blu Ray release.
This is a project Guillermo Del Toro has said he's dreamt of doing, and it's a mouth watering prospect to see him realize Lovecraft's imagination with a high budget. Thanks to Mike Fleming at Deadline.com.
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New Line Reopens The POLICE ACADEMY.
Wednesday, Aug 4 | Joseph Savitski
This evening, New Line and Warner Brothers announced they would revisit the POLICE ACADEMY series, which spawned 7 sequels as well as an animated television show and a live action sitcom. The franchise had its last entry, MISSION TO MOSCOW, was released only in Europe and in the USA went directly to home video. Steve Guttenburg, who played the lead in majority of the films, revealed in an interview over a year ago that a script was being readied that would reunite all the surviving cast members.
However, tonight's announcement shows that a different direction is now being pursued. Producer Paul Maslansky stated that the script will focus on completely new characters, and discover new talents that will be seasoned with some comedy veterans. So far, there's been no writer or director attached to the project. Thanks to Slashfilm.com.
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ROBOCOP & GHOSTBUSTER III Dead!
Wednesday, Aug 4 | Joseph Savitski
It looks like the ROBOCOP reboot has been terminated, according to Moviehole and The Financial Times. Darren Aronofsky has walked away from the project after working on Robocop's resurrection for the past few years. That, combined with the disastrous financial state of MGM Studios likely means the project is dead in the water. The film was to have been released in 2012, from a script by David Self and Aronofsky--however those ambitions have now been deleted.
In a recent interview, Bill Murray has announced that the rumors regarding a new GHOSTBUSTERS film are just that. According to him the project isn't moving forward now or anytime in the future. This puts his opinion in conflict with Ernie Hudson and Harold Ramis, who had said publically they were expecting to shoot this autumn or early winter for a 2012 release. With GHOSTBUSTERS being as hot as ever now with a new generation... >> Read full headline |
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Nick Cave on Board for THE CROW Reboot!
Tuesday, Jul 27 | Joseph Savitski
AICN is reporting today that musical Renaissance man Nick Cave is rewriting Steven Norrington's script for the upcoming rebooting of THE CROW. Aside from leading the rock band The Bad Seeds, Cave has also written the script for THE PROPOSITION and composed music for THE ROAD and THE ASSASSINATION OF JESSE JAMES. Nick Cave is being brought in to re-interpret James O'Barr's original source material, a great move since Cave's imagination may just be what's needed to take an idea that's become formulaic and take it in a new direction. It also signifies Norrington and producer Edward R. Pressman are serious about reviving the franchise, and are anxious to avoid another ridiculous outing like THE CROW: WICKED PRAYER. No cast has been officially announced, but the reboot is expected sometime in 2012.
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