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Why Is Christian Bale Losing His Hair Over David O. Russell?

Nick Romano — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:58:15 +0000

Looks like the Dark Knight is a bit down on his luck…or is he? Christian Bale was recently photographed in Boston looking drastically different than the Bale to which we’ve become accustomed. So why is our latest Batman looking like Tom Cruise in ‘Tropic Thunder’? In a few words — David O. Russell. Not long [...]

Christian Bale to Star as Moses For Director Ridley Scott?

Mike Sampson — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:55:46 +0000

Christian Bale was once in talks to star as Noah in Darren Aronofsky's upcoming film. While that role eventually went to Russell Crowe, Bale is getting a second chance at a biblical character. The erstwhile Dark Knight is in talks to star in 'Exodus' - a film about the life of Moses for director Ridley Scott ('Prometheus').

David O. Russell's Next Film is Due Out in December, Must Want an Oscar

Damon Houx — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:30:15 +0000

Though 2012's awards season has only recently come to an end, that doesn't mean filmmakers and studios aren't already plotting 2013's Oscar campaign. And it looks like David O. Russell wants to win a little gold statue as -- for the third time in four years -- he's got a new film scheduled to come out at the end of the year.

'Justice League' Movie: Christian Bale to Return as Batman?

Jacob Hall — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 04:29:44 +0000

For the past year, there's been one big question surrounding a potential 'Justice League' movie: how do you possibly compete with the likes of 'The Avengers'? Well, it looks like Warner Bros. may finally have a game plan: they want to bring back Christian Bale as Batman. And that's not all.

Christian Bale to Climb 'Everest' For 'Contraband' Director

Jacob Hall — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:00:55 +0000

Christian Bale is not an actor who shies away from punishing himself on screen. Whether he's starving himself for 'The Machinist,' enduring a brutally uncomfortable Batman costume for 'The Dark Knight' or simply appearing in a movie as bad as 'Terminator Salvation,' Bale is no stranger to torment. Therefore, it's no surprise that the Oscar winning actor is ready to brave deadly winds and harsh colds for 'Everest.' The man really seems to hate being comfortable.

2013 Oscars: 'Dark Knight Rises' Getting a Big Awards Push

Mike Sampson — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:18:58 +0000

The 2013 Oscar season is almost here and 'The Dark Knight Rises' is looking to get its hand on some of those gold trophies. Warner Bros. is mounting a major 'Dark Knight Rises' Oscar campaign for the film in most major categories. Find out who's in the running and who they'll likely be competing against.

Christian Bale, Jeremy Renner and Bradley Cooper Team Up For a Very Handsome Movie

Britt Hayes — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 20:54:04 +0000

Well, it just figures that Christian Bale would be in the latest David O. Russell film, but we're not complaining. Bale joins fellow Russell alumni Amy Adams and Bradley Cooper, as well as Jeremy Renner, in a new untitled project, formerly known as 'American Bulls---.'

Christian Bale Fulfills the Wish of a Dying Boy Who Wants to Meet Batman

ScreenCrush Staff — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:53:58 +0000

Last November, 4-year-old Jayden Barber was diagnosed with a terminal case of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) leukemia. Jayden's dying wish was to meet Batman, so friends and family teamed up to have local actors pose as Batman, Wonder Woman, Spider-Man and Captain America and meet Jayden as he rode in a Batmobile and flashed the Bat signal.

But shortly after that event, Jayden got a call from the "real" Batman, Christian Bale, who flew Jayden and his entire family to Disneyland, where the two finally got to meet. And you'll never believe what happened next.

Check Out the Best 'Dark Knight Rises' Behind-the-Scenes Photos

Nick Romano — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 20:45:43 +0000

'The Dark Knight Rises' was arguably the biggest movie of summer 2012, next to 'The Avengers.' Warner Bros. tortured us for what seemed like months on end with spoilery movie stills, trailers, TV spots, posters and random clips, but there's plenty more of this blockbuster to be seen.

Christian Bale to Join 'The Creed of Violence'?

Jacob Hall — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 17:29:24 +0000

There are two things Christian Bale seems to look for when he considers joining a film. First, he likes to work with an established, acclaimed director who'll surely pull the absolute best out of him (see Christopher Nolan, David O. Russell, Terrence Malick, Michael Mann, Todd Haynes, Werner Herzog and, um, McG). Secondly, he'll only play the role if it's a relentlessly grim character in an impossibly grim film where no one smiles or laughs. Ever.

Well, it sounds like Bale is the perfect match for 'The Creed of Violence.'

Christian Bale Visits the Victims of the 'Dark Knight Rises' Shooting in Aurora

George Roush — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 23:44:06 +0000

As victims of last weekend's horrible shooting tragedy in Aurora, Co. try and recover from their terrifying experience, one actor has taken it upon himself to visit those currently receiving care at a local Denver hospital. Christian Bale flew out to Denver to visit those affected by the shocking shooting that occurred just a few days ago.

'The Dark Knight Rises' Premiere: Cast and Crew Say Their Goodbyes

Nick Romano — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:45:53 +0000

Yesterday marked the beginning of the end of ‘The Dark Knight Rises,’ as all the stars and crew behind the final Christopher Nolan-directed Batman trilogy came out to New York City yesterday for the premiere. And what better location to host the ‘Dark Knight Rises’ premiere than the so named real-life city of Gotham. The [...]

'The Dark Knight Rises' MTV Movie Awards Trailer Back Online (and in HD)

Sean O'Connell — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 13:30:04 +0000

Remember that awesome ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ footage Christian Bale, Gary Oldman and Joseph Gordon-Levitt brought to the MTV Movie Awards? The one that was pulled offline immediately after Warner allowed it to be screened as part of the program? Well, it’s back online – in HD – and you don’t have to endure thousands of screaming ‘Twilight’ fans to enjoy it.

'The Dark Knight Rises' Official Site Launches Plus New TV Spot

Sean O'Connell — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 13:20:11 +0000

Has ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ official site not existed before today? Maybe when the entire Internet is dedicated to every aspect of your film production, you really don’t need a 'Dark Knight Rises' official site. After all, what can you put on it that hasn’t been leaked to another site, already?

Hugh Jackman + Christian Bale – Dead Ringers?

Nick Romano — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 12:01:19 +0000

You've seen those new photos from 'Les Miserables,' right? Aside from Anne Hathaway having her own 'V for Vendetta' haircut moment while singing "I Dreamed a Dream" (you can watch the trailer for that), Hugh Jackman completely let himself go beard wise and became Christian Bale's long-lost twin.

Would Christian Bale and Christopher Nolan Ever Return For Batman 4?

Sean O'Connell — Tue, 29 May 2012 14:25:52 +0000

One of the first posters for Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ promised that ‘The Legend Ends.’ And now, as we inch closer to Nolan’s third and reported final installment in his Batman franchise, the director and his star suggest it might be the true end … or it might not.

Are You Already Ready for More Batman? Here's the Second 'The Dark Knight Rises' TV Spot

Damon Houx — Thu, 24 May 2012 02:59:05 +0000

As if the first TV Spot wasn't enough, Christopher Nolan's 'The Dark Knight Rises' premiered a second TV spot tonight. And both are great! If you weren't excited for this film before, maybe this spot will get you revved up for the return and the end of Nolan's Batman trilogy.

New 'Dark Knight Rises' Stills Featuring Bane, Catwoman, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Britt Hayes — Thu, 24 May 2012 01:51:21 +0000

As we near the release of 'The Dark Knight Rises,' the third and final film in Chris Nolan's Batman trilogy, expect to see more photos, like this brand new batch featuring Tom Hardy's Bane, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and a catsuit-clad Anne Hathaway as Catwoman.

'The Dark Knight Rises' Trailer Breakdown: What Did We Learn About the Film?

Jacob Hall — Tue, 01 May 2012 23:18:53 +0000

Of course you've already watched the new trailer for 'The Dark Knight Rises.' After all, you're only human and you have the internet. But how close have looked? Join us after the jump to look through this thing with a fine toothed comb.

'The Dark Knight Rises' Gets One Last Trailer

Damon Houx — Tue, 01 May 2012 03:59:45 +0000

Okay, 'The Avengers' opens Friday, so it's time to start getting hyped for some of the rest of this summer's cinematic bounty. It's time to move on to Christopher Nolan's 'The Dark Knight Rises,' which opens July 20. To help we get one last trailer.

Christian Bale and Bradley Cooper May Team for David O.Russell's 'American Bulls—'

Damon Houx — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 03:38:43 +0000

It's good to be a rich heir to a powerful family. It means if you want to become a movie producer, it's no problem. And for Megan Ellison it means that if she wants to see a movie, then it's something that she can finance without sweating. And so we may see David O'Russell's 'American Bulls---' with Christian Bale and Bradley Cooper.

Christopher Nolan Screens 'The Dark Knight Rises' to WB Execs

Sean O'Connell — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:08:59 +0000

Christopher Nolan has close to four months before his wildly anticipated 'The Dark Knight Rises' reaches theaters, but reports say he recently delivered his first rough cut of the trilogy finale to Warner Bros. executives.

The report says Nolan has been “a fixture” on the studio lot lately as he put the finishing touches on his first pass of the massive blockbuster. Jeff Robinov, president of Warner Bros. Pictures, and production president Greg Silverman are among the select group who were able to see Nolan’s first cut of 'Rises'. Details about the screening, of course, were kept under lock and key.

Official Logline for Malick's 'Lawless' Wants You to Know It's Sexy

Britt Hayes — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 02:34:39 +0000

Little has been revealed about Terrence Malick’s film ‘Lawless,’ other than its stellar lineup of stars, including Ryan Gosling, Rooney Mara, Cate Blanchett, Christian Bale, and Natalie Portman. But now we have an official logline, detailing the film as a tale of “two intersecting love triangles. It is a story of sexual obsession and betrayal [...]