Stuart Keane

Sigourney Weaver Gives Her Thoughts On The Next Three ‘Avatar’ Scripts

When Avatar became the highest-grossing movie of all time in 2009 and changed 3-D cinema forever, the guarantee of a sequel was all but confirmed. In the past six years, four more sequels have been green-lit, and as James Cameron continues to work on his visual masterpiece, we wait with bated breath for the next […]

6y ago

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Does The ‘Ghostbusters’ Franchise Have A Future? Ivan Reitman Breaks His Silence

When Ghostbusters was released in the summer, the reception was mixed and somewhat controversial, a theme that continues to linger around the production like an unwanted shadow. Everyone has an opinion on the film, but money talks, and with low box office figures rolling in, it seems extremely unlikely that a sequel will follow. The […]

6y ago

ghostbusters

‘Escape From New York’ Is Getting A Reboot, And It Contains Some Major Changes

Remakes and reboots have long been a part of Hollywood legacy, and if you could summarize the events of the past few years, the word that comes to mind is a simple one: ’80s. Not content with leaving fond memories and childhoods alone, Hollywood has remade a number of classic movies from the beautiful decade, […]

6y ago

john carpenter

How Does Marvel’s Kevin Fiege Feel About Recasting The MCU?

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been a huge success since its inception eight years ago. With fourteen films grossing more than $10 billion across the world, the MCU has become an essential part of comic book culture, established a plethora of popular characters, and set the precedent for superhero movies as a whole. It’s hard […]

6y ago

Chris Evans|Chris Hemsworth|marvel|Robert Downey Jr

Kevin Smith Still Hopes That His ‘Superman Lives’ Script Will Be Adapted

The ’90s was a huge time for cinema. Technology and the perspective of movies was evolving, films were constantly reinventing their respective genres, and several heavyweight directors were starting to make a name for themselves. It’s hard to imagine, but in the decade that saw The Blair Witch Project and The Matrix change the cinematic […]

6y ago

kevin smith|Nicolas Cage

One Major Villain May Be Absent From Ben Affleck’s Batman Movie — And Here’s Why

This year has been a huge year for superhero movies, both in cinematic and breaking news reveals, but one of the most interesting revelations has come in the announcement of a Ben Affleck-directed Batman movie. Following up on the mixed success of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and with Justice League igniting the DC […]

6y ago

batman|Ben Affleck

Mark Hamill Gives His Opinion On Jared Leto’s Joker

When it comes to comic book supervillains, few are as iconic as Batman’s arch-nemesis, the Joker. Portrayed by numerous actors since the 1960s, and featuring in multiple big-screen outings with the Caped Crusader, the Clown Prince of Crime has become one of the most legendary characters in the DC universe. In part, this is due […]

6y ago

batman|mark hamill|Suicide Squad

Roland Emmerich Confirms Why The ‘Stargate’ Reboot Is No Longer Happening

While Star Wars and Star Trek have dominated space-opera fiction during the past few decades, another film staked its claim to a piece of the pie in 1994 when Stargate made its bow in cinemas. Although not as popular or successful as the aforementioned franchises, or as staggering or dominant at the box office, Stargate […]

6y ago

‘The Walking Dead’: How Daryl Dixon Should Die, According To Norman Reedus

Six months, hours of scorching debate, a complete online frenzy, thousands of rumors and theories, and speculation that has now reached critical fever pitch. Yes, The Walking Dead returns to our screens in a few hours time, and the show will finally reveal the conclusion of one of the biggest cliffhangers in TV history. When […]

7y ago

Daryl Dixon|norman reedus|the walking dead

Marvel’s Netflix Heroes Are Unlikely To Feature In The MCU, And Kevin Feige Explains Why

Although it has taken a few decades for them to climb the echelons, Marvel is now established as the leading brand when it comes to superhero cinema and TV. With the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), they have crafted a billion dollar sidearm in the comic book genre, and have taken the globe by storm. Culturally […]

7y ago

captain america|marvel|MCU|netflix

‘Deadpool 2’ To Cast Female Mutant Domino, But Who Is In The Running To Play Her?

There’s no doubt that Deadpool was one of the biggest sleeper hits of 2016; the film grossed $782.6 million at the box office and shattered multiple records in doing so. And now that the much-anticipated sequel has been greenlit and placed into development, it seems the filmmakers are looking to continue where they left off. […]

7y ago

The Next James Bond Needs To Be Female, According To ‘Quantico’ Star Priyanka Chopra

The future of the James Bond franchise is still uncertain, and as Daniel Craig considers his future as the iconic super spy, many actors are being listed as his potential replacement. It’s a debate that has happened several times in the past, but on this occasion it seems more relevant. Craig really seems to be […]

7y ago

emilia clarke|Gillian Anderson|james bond|priyanka chopra

‘The Predator’: Benicio Del Toro In Talks To Take The Lead Role

After Predators had been released in cinemas in 2010, many thought the Predator franchise was done and dusted. Nimród Antal’s sequel paid homage to the original movies, the 1987 original in particular, with lavish settings, plenty of cannon fodder, and the reintroduction of the Predator’s hunting M.O., but it was also considered a departure from […]

7y ago

Arnold Schwarzenegger|Benicio Del Toro

Despite Reports, Jared Leto’s Joker Will Not Feature In ‘Justice League’

One thing is certain, film goers love a good rumor. With the invention of the internet, web accessibility is at an all-time high, and cinema is more prominent in social culture than ever before, the R-word has become an almost uncontrollable beast. Deciphering fact from fiction is very difficult in this modern day and age, […]

7y ago

batman|Harley Quinn|Jared Leto|Suicide Squad|wonder woman

Stephen King’s ‘Gerald’s Game’ To Be Adapted Into Netflix Movie?

A decent Stephen King adaptation has always been popular in Hollywood, and that doesn’t seem to be easing off as we head into 2017. With epic horror novels It and The Dark Tower being converted to the big screen, and a fair amount of publicity currently generating massive buzz for both projects, it comes as […]

7y ago

netflix|stephen king

Who Is The Next James Bond? While Daniel Craig Plays It Cool, Here Are Eight Contenders For 007

In a week that saw James Bond cast to the forefront of the cinematic world once again, many people have been speculating about the future of the suave super spy. Iconic in cinema for decades, 007 is not going anywhere fast, and the franchise is currently in the midst of its most successful run in […]

7y ago

Shia LaBeouf Reveals That Warner Bros. Didn’t Want Him For ‘Suicide Squad’

Suicide Squad has received a fair amount of criticism since its highly-anticipated release during the summer, and this is still continuing online to this day, but one of the major factors behind the unexpected backlash was the publicized tinkering behind the scenes. It’s no secret that the film underwent last-minute reshoots due to the polarizing […]

7y ago

David Ayer|ryan gosling|Suicide Squad|tom hardy

Spider-Man’s Suit Has One Major Flaw, According To Tom Holland

There are many important things to consider when adapting a comic book character to the big screen, but probably the most important element is the superhero suit itself. Marvel have a legendary line-up of superhero costumes, including Iron Man, Wolverine, Thor, Deadpool, the X-Men — the list of iconic suits goes on, but one of […]

7y ago

Captain America Civil War|marvel|MCU|spider-man|Tom Holland

DC Might Be Planning A ‘Harley Quinn’ Solo Movie, But Is It Too Soon?

It’s fair to say that 2016 hasn’t been the best year for DC’s Cinematic Universe. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice was released to polarizing reviews from both critics and fans alike — the debates are still tearing up forums on the internet — and Suicide Squad generated a similar response, the latter being criticized […]

7y ago

batman|Harley Quinn|Margot Robbie|Suicide Squad

Will Wolverine Live On After Hugh Jackman Steps Down? One DC Actor Has Expressed An Interest In The Role

Superhero movies are big business right now, but few characters have become as iconic during their cinematic runs as Wolverine. Played by Hugh Jackman, everyone’s favorite X-Man has dominated every movie he has featured in; he is one of the main reasons the first movie in 2000 fared so well and made major box-office, which […]

7y ago

hugh jackman|Wolverine|X-Men

‘Zombieland’ Writers Explain How They Secured Bill Murray For That Legendary Cameo

The cinematic experience isn’t what it used to be. The movie world is dominated by remakes and retreads and sparse originality, not to mention a whole range of various spoilers and leaks that come courtesy of the internet, both of which result in one thing; lack of surprise. The internet sees all, and people are […]

7y ago

bill murray|woody harrelson|zombies

‘The Flash’ Movie Details Aren’t Official Yet, But Have The Main Villains Been Revealed Already?

Superhero movies have long been the reason for the success of multiple comic book adaptations, but in recent years television has played an important part in bringing certain characters to the front of the cultural conscience. Where Batman and Superman are well-known and feature in movies on a regular basis, certain characters have come to […]

7y ago

the flash

Milla Jovovich Confirms That The Trailer For ‘Resident Evil: The Final Chapter’ Is Coming Soon

Back in 1996, Resident Evil was unleashed on the unsuspecting public. Much like the virus at the forefront of its infectious, addictive plot, the survival horror game spread like wildfire and became an instant classic with video game fans all around the world. People adored the games, and it soon gained a cult following, even […]

7y ago

Milla Jovovich

Spoilers: Julia Stiles Discusses Her Major Scene In ‘Jason Bourne’

Jason Bourne is currently banking big at the box-office, and despite some mixed reviews, it seems to be a solid return to form for everyone’s favorite amnesiac super-spy. With The Bourne Legacy lacking the impact of the original trilogy, the fifth film in the franchise was always going to surprise or disappoint some critics; after […]

7y ago

‘Alien 5’ Is Still Going To Happen And Will Feature Surviving Cast Members From ‘Aliens’, According To Michael Biehn

When Alien 5 was rumored way back in the early 2000s, collective groans and sighs could be heard throughout the cinematic world. After all, Alien 3 and Alien: Resurrection didn’t leave fans of the franchise with the fondest of memories, and it seemed another sequel would be as useful as flogging a dead horse. Since […]

7y ago

aliens|ridley scott

What’s Next For The Joker? Jared Leto Shares His Thoughts

If you’ve been paying attention to cinema news for the past few months, you may have noticed that the release of a certain Warner Bros. superhero film is imminent. Suicide Squad hits theaters around the world this week, and in the mixed aftermath of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, DC and Warner Bros. need […]

7y ago

Jared Leto|Suicide Squad

DC Makes A Major Creative Change And Assigns A New President Of Entertainment

DC was a few years behind Marvel when it came to establishing a cohesive cinematic universe, and there’s no doubt they’ve had a much bumpier start to that journey. With The Avengers and its spin-offs, Marvel has dominated the superhero landscape for several years, and this doesn’t look to be changing as they segue into […]

7y ago

batman|DC Comics

Antoine Fuqua Explains How Casting Denzel Washington In ‘The Magnificent Seven’ Changed The Entire Film

The remake is a funny concept in modern cinema. Some fall by the wayside and give the original film a chance to shine in its failure, and others have fans seething at the mere idea of their beloved movies being reimagined; cinema goers feel that some movies should be left alone and untarnished by the […]

7y ago

chris pratt|Denzel Washington

J.J. Abrams Reveals That Anton Yelchin’s Role Will Not Be Recast For ‘Star Trek 4’

After Star Wars: The Force Awakens shattered the box office in 2015 and cemented its cult status for years to come, director J.J. Abrams returns to his other intergalactic franchise this week when Star Trek Beyond finally makes its debut in cinemas. With such a popular figure behind the camera, Paramount is fairly confident that […]

7y ago

Anton Yelchin

Rumor: Will The New ‘Batman’ Solo Movie Take Place In Arkham Asylum?

Since the latest Batman solo movie was announced, the rumor mill has been in overdrive. Many thought we didn’t need another Batman movie, but after the mixed reception of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice — a film that had fans begging for another Caped Crusader installment before the end credits rolled — the popular […]

7y ago

Ben Affleck

‘Tomb Raider’ Movie To Be Based On 2013 Video Game Reboot, According to Alicia Vikander

Video game adaptations have had a mixed reputation in Hollywood for decades, but despite this lingering stigma, many entries in the sub-genre seem to accumulate decent business at the international box-office. Creating the perfect video game movie is an ongoing quest for film makers and studios, and some have even labeled it the Holy Grail […]

7y ago

Alicia Vikander

Ryan Reynolds Unveils Hilarious ‘Deadpool 2’ Image — Did He Just Hint At A Potential Release Date?

No film has surprised the masses more in 2016 than Deadpool. Released to the public via laugh-inducing, cost-effective advertising — most of which was orchestrated by Ryan Reynolds himself on social media — the film exploded at the box office and raked in $781.6 million on a $58 million budget. It became a blockbuster success […]

7y ago

ryan reynolds|X-Men

Abandoned ‘Akira’ Concept Art Surfaces Online, And It’s Extremely Faithful To The Source Material

For all the adaptations currently surging through Hollywood, many cinema-goers seem to forget that some projects spend years in developmental hell, gathering dust on the digital shelf while the search for the perfect filmmaker takes place. Whether this is due to a studio wisely snapping up the rights to a fantastic franchise too soon or […]

7y ago

‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ Black And White Edition Snags A Home Video Release Date

Hollywood had another successful year in 2015, where it dominated the global film market with a huge range of studio blockbusters, sleeper hits, and big-budget sequels. However, in a year that saw Star Wars: The Force Awakens become the third highest grossing movie of all time, whilst reinvigorating the stagnant franchise in the process, you’d […]

7y ago

tom hardy

‘WALL-E 2’ Won’t Happen, And Pixar Have Confirmed Why

In Hollywood, one thing is almost certain — a successful film will always receive a sequel. With the money rolling in, and success imminent, studios will always flock to get a second instalment made, to capitalize on the attention, and although this enthusiasm generates anticipation in the paying fans and viewers alike, it isn’t always […]

7y ago

Will The Joker Appear in ‘Justice League?’ Jared Leto Rumoured To Be Present During Filming.

2016 is turning into an immensely busy year for DC Films’ and Warner Bros. Pictures. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice has made its highly anticipated bow in cinemas, Suicide Squad is finally ready for release, and filming is underway on their biggest feature to date; Justice League. Fans are seeing this movie as DC’s […]

7y ago

batman|Jared Leto|Suicide Squad

‘Pacific Rim 2’ Finally Secures A 2018 Release Date, ‘Suicide Squad’ Actor Also Joins Cast

Development hell is never kind to any film that ends up on its shelves, and the makers of Pacific Rim know this more than most. Exploding onto the scene in 2013, with a stellar cast and an original, eye-popping premise, the Kaiju vs. Jaeger blockbuster pulled in $411 million on a $190 million budget. A […]

7y ago

Guillermo Del Toro|Scott Eastwood

‘Suicide Squad’ Post-Production Has Officially Wrapped, David Ayer Drops Hint At Final Product

It’s fair to suggest that 2016 hasn’t been the greatest year for DC Comics thus far. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice was their chance to make a stand against Marvel’s domination of the superhero genre, and although the film made a huge impact on fans and critics alike during release, the general consensus was […]

7y ago

Suicide Squad

‘Resident Evil 7: Biohazard:’ Is This The Game That ‘Silent Hill’ Fans Have Been Waiting For?

E3 is always an exciting time for gamers, and 2016’s event was no exception. With announcements for several high-profile games, some amazing technology that will alter and shape the future of next generation gaming, and the return of some hugely popular franchises — the best of which were covered by Screen Rant — the expo […]

7y ago

The New ‘Batman’ Movie Will Be More Of A Detective Story, According To Ben Affleck

Superhero movies are all the rage in Hollywood, and reinvention is a massive part of this genre with each passing generation, but no cinematic superhero franchise has seen more transformation and re-imagining than Batman. Starting way back in the ’60s, portrayed by eleven actors in both physical and verbal form, and currently undergoing its third […]

7y ago

batman|Ben Affleck

Stephen King’s ‘It’ Adaptation Casts Another Key Child Role, And This One Hardly Featured In The Original

After a couple of minor roadblocks and setbacks, not to mention a few decades sat in tentative development hell, the remake of Stephen King’s It is finally entering production. Made into a two-part TV film in 1990, one that has since earned its status as a cult classic, the film strayed away from the darker, […]

7y ago

stephen king

James Wan Chose To Direct ‘Aquaman’ Over ‘The Flash’ Because He Had More Creative Input

Whatever your stance on the genre, superhero movies are doing phenomenal business. Raking in billions at the box office and changing the lives of comic book readers all around the world, modern technology has allowed millions of people to see their heroes come to life on the cinema screen. With such a genre comes the […]

7y ago

james wan

‘Jack Reacher: Never Go Back:’ First Images Of Tom Cruise Sequel Revealed

When Jack Reacher made his long-awaited cinematic debut in 2012, the initial film was met with mixed reviews, and a little criticism from the die-hard fans, not to mention some major stumbling blocks. The premiere screening of Jack Reacher was indefinitely postponed in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting […]

7y ago

tom cruise

‘Friday The 13th’ Franchise To Receive A New Origin Story, And Despite Rumors, It Won’t Be Found Footage

With the recent news that a 10th Halloween movie is in development and to be produced by none other than original director John Carpenter, fans can’t help but wonder what happened to several other popular horror reboots. A Nightmare on Elm Street has gone back to the drawing board after a poor showing in 2010, […]

7y ago

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2:’ Stephen Amell Explains How His Version Of Casey Jones Differs To The Original [Spoilers]

When it comes to cinematic adaptations of popular culture, nothing fills the fans with dread more than casting the wrong actor/actress in a huge role. There have been numerous occasions in Hollywood history when the ill-timed casting of a thespian has seriously affected a movie going forward, and on some occasions, it has the potential […]

7y ago

Stephen Amell

Madmind Studio Announces Debut Game ‘Agony;’ A First-Person Survival Horror Set in Hell

In video gaming, the survival horror genre has taken somewhat of a beating in recent years. Fans have their theories as to why: several relatively tame releases in the genre, or sequels that disposed of the original qualities that made the game so great in the first place, or even that cancellation of Silent Hills. […]

7y ago

What Motivated Psylocke In ‘X-Men: Apocalypse?’ Olivia Munn Explains All [Spoilers]

As superhero franchises go, one of the first to make its mark was X-Men, which made its debut way back in 2000. A slew of movies would follow, and many claim that the original X-Men movie was one of the primary catalysts behind the surge of popularity that ushered in the modern superhero genre. Billions […]

7y ago

olivia munn

Video Game ‘Mirror’s Edge’ To Be Adapted For Television

While video game movie adaptations have been popular in Hollywood for a couple of decades now, they haven’t always had the kindest response from the viewers. True, some have seen major success despite their negative reception, and many have become box-office shattering franchises in their own right, but in the eyes of true gamers and […]

7y ago

Ever Wonder What ‘Lethal Weapon 5’ Was Going To Be About? Shane Black Reveals Details

The ’80s ushered in a wave of popular film franchises, some that have stood the test of Father Time and the dreaded remake, and it appears no one knows this better than Shane Black. While the director is working on a third sequel to Predator, in a promising attempt to make the franchise relevant again, […]

7y ago

‘X-Men: Apocalypse:’ That End Credits Scene, And What It Means For Future X-Men Movies [Spoilers]

Post-credit scenes are becoming something of an art form these days, and in the case of superhero giants Marvel, they use them to regular, magnificent effect to tease their next major movie. It’s a great plot device, something they have used numerous times, and one that keeps the fans interested and willing to come back. […]

7y ago

Stuart Keane