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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').

'Prometheus 2′ Script is "Incredible" Says Star Noomi Rapace

Mike Sampson — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 13:56:07 +0000

'Prometheus 2' was announced shortly after the original film hit theaters. Since then we've been left to wonder whether 'Prometheus 2' would happen (or should happen). The film's original writers - Damon Lindelof and Jon Spaihts - won't be left to return but star Noomi Rapace is eager to come back for a 'Prometheus 2' and said the script they're working on for the sequel is "incredible."

'Prometheus 2′ is Quietly Moving Forward

Damon Houx — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 03:08:43 +0000

When we last left Ridley Scott's 'Prometheus,' the film had grossed a weak $126 million domestically but a slightly more promising $400 million worldwide. Those numbers didn't suggest that a sequel was going to be coming any time soon, while writer Damon Lindelof announced he wouldn't be involved with the follow up, which suggested that a sequel was never going to happen. But there's hope for a sequel yet as star Noomi Rapace has reported that the script is being worked on right now.

'Friday Night Lights" Kyle Chandler Joins Showtime's 'The Vatican'

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 21:47:27 +0000

A few months ago we brought you the news that Showtime and acclaimed director Ridley Scott were plotting an ambitious, if controversial move to craft a drama around the papal scene of 'The Vatican,' one surely spurred along by the recent real-life controversy in Rome. As the pilot season soldiers on, Showtime's 'The Vatican' has made some impressive additions to the cast, most recently that of 'Friday Night Lights' and 'Zero Dark Thirty' star Kyle Chandler! Find out Coach Taylor's new holy role on 'The Vatican' inside!

AMC and Ridley Scott Developing Supernatural Period Drama 'The Terror'

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 23:05:11 +0000

AMC will very likely have some holes in its schedule to fill over the next few years, what with 'Breaking Bad' coming to a close this summer and 'Mad Men' due to end after its seventh season. And with the phenomenal success of 'The Walking Dead,' the network seems to have the foothold its needs for making major steps in genre programming. Along that line, AMC has begun development of an adaptation of Dan Simmons' supernatural period piece 'The Terror,' with horror legend Ridley Scott in the executive producer's chair, but will 'The Terror' really live up to its name?

Showtime Orders 'The Vatican' Pilot Directed By Ridley Scott

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 02:45:29 +0000

We've said it before, and we'll say it again. TV continues to become more and more of a medium that Hollywood's biggest directors can find an outlet. Showtime in particular is no doubt on the hunt for more high-profile programming with the (likely) imminent loss of 'Dexter' and 'Californication, as well as 'The Big C,' so what's next? Why not turn to master director Ridley Scott, helming his first-ever TV pilot 'The Vatican!' Find out the story inside!

Ridley Scott's Talking About Sequels to 'Prometheus' and 'Blade Runner'… Again

Britt Hayes — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:30:08 +0000

That Ridley Scott is such a rascal -- always taunting us with information on sequels that may or may not happen, but where there's money, there's a way, and he's talking up those 'Prometheus' and 'Blade Runner' sequels again.

The 'Prometheus' That Could Have Been — Facehuggers, Xenomorphs and More

Eric Walkuski — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 15:41:55 +0000

With the release of 'Prometheus' on Blu-ray and DVD, we can probably expect the debates that raged this past summer to fire up again; it's hard to think of another recent sci-fi movie fueling so many arguments. However, one thing the film's supporters and detractors will be able to agree upon is that the version we're seeing now is vastly different from what could have been, now that screenwriter Jon Spaihts is discussing his original vision for the Ridley Scott pic.

Did you know that it once contained facehuggers and xenomorphs? Or that it would have depicted the grossest sex scene ever? All that and more revealed after the break!

'Prometheus' and 'Blade Runner' Crossover Revealed?

Eric Walkuski — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 14:02:41 +0000

With the impending release of Ridley Scott's 'Prometheus' on Blu-ray and DVD, some of our readers will be getting a nifty Steelbook Edition only released in the UK. Said edition will hand its owners a very interesting Easter egg indeed via the bonus features: A possible connection between the 'Prometheus' and Scott's 1982 classic 'Blade Runner'. (It's unclear to us at the moment if this is relegated to the UK edition or is featured in all editions.) Geeks, start your drooling!

'Blade Runner' Gets a New Trailer for Its 30th Anniversary

Damon Houx — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 03:00:55 +0000

The summer of 1982 was so seminal for cinema that even its flops have been canonized. 'Blade Runner' was a huge disappointment for everyone involved thirty years ago, but now it's revered as a classic. And maybe it's finally making money with all the reissues, as we're about to get a new special edition for the film's thirtieth anniversary.

'Coma' Review

Jordan Hoffman — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 18:49:16 +0000

Great, like we all weren't worried about surgical procedures to begin with. Now there's the added problem of going under the knife and becoming part of a complex conspiracy that, for whatever reason, puts you in a Silver Surfer costume, dangling from the ceiling.

If you think you know what that conspiracy is just because you read Robin Cook's thriller 'Coma' or saw the 1978 film adaptation by Michael Crichton, think again. This mini-series produced by Ridley and Tony Scott airing on A&E beginning Labor Day does something far more important than present a new paranoid thriller. It acts as a rejoinder to the three hundred essays suggesting that cable television is the bold, new frontier for storytellers. This new version of 'Coma' is a cheap, lame Movie of the Week of the pre-'Sopranos'/'Breaking Bad' era. It is lousy, lazy and disposable. Whatever your plans are for Labor Day, don't think for a minute you need to race home to catch this.

'Safe House' Director Daniel Espinosa to Helm 'Child 44′

Britt Hayes — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 01:00:32 +0000

Way back in 2007 (18 years in Movie Years) Ridley Scott signed on to direct ‘Child 44,’ but it seems he’s just a bit too busy at the moment. But have no fear — ‘Safe House’ director Daniel Espinosa has just landed the gig. The Playlist reports that Daniel Espinosa has signed on to direct [...]

'Prometheus 2′ Set for Release in 2014 or 2015; Which Stars Will Return?

Mike Sampson — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 18:25:44 +0000

‘Prometheus 2‘ is going to happen. Despite a lukewarm critical reception, the film performed well enough (over $300 million worldwide) to warrant a sequel. And now we have some details on when we can expect ‘Prometheus 2′ and who will be returning. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Fox is currently planning on ‘Prometheus 2′ hitting [...]

Unseen Alien from 'Prometheus' Prologue Glimpsed in New Photo

Don Kaye — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 23:25:48 +0000

The photo above is taken from the prologue of 'Prometheus,' in which one of the extraterrestrial Engineers sacrifices himself in order to allow his DNA to plant the seeds of life on Earth. But we bet you didn't know that someone is standing right behind him -- someone not seen in the finished film.

Ridley Scott Adds 'Moses' To His Increasingly Overstuffed Schedule

Don Kaye — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 22:50:20 +0000

That darned Ridley Scott. Not content to address the origins of human existence in his new sci-fi thriller ‘Prometheus,’ the 74-year-old filmmaker is taking on another ambitious project: adapting the Biblical story of Moses. With ‘Prometheus’ out now in the U.K. and opening this Friday in the U.S. — and his next movie, ‘The Counselor,’ [...]

It's Tuesday, so There Must be More 'Prometheus' Footage Online

Don Kaye — Tue, 29 May 2012 23:57:25 +0000

It’s another day and yes, another ‘Prometheus‘ trailer, clip or featurette has surfaced somewhere online. This time around it’s the latter — a featurette — and it focuses on the title “character”…not the Titan of ancient myths but the ship of the future. The marketing for ‘Prometheus’ has been expansive, elaborate and all-encompassing; one could [...]

Ridley Scott's 'Blade Runner' Sequel Looking to Hire Original Writer

Damon Houx — Thu, 17 May 2012 23:30:47 +0000

There's been rumblings about the Ridley Scott-directed 'Blade Runner' follow-up for a while, but there hasn't been a script. It looks like Hampton Fancher - one of the two credited writers on the original - is in talks to come back and write what is now being called a sequel.

Does This New 'Prometheus' TV Spot Reveal Too Much?

Britt Hayes — Tue, 15 May 2012 16:19:18 +0000

The deluge of ‘Prometheus‘ footage shows no signs of letting up, and with the film’s release less than a month away, Fox seems bent on making sure we’ve seen all there is to see before then. What follows is a new TV spot with some spoilers… This new international TV spot mostly re-treads familiar territory [...]

'Prometheus' Clip: God Does Not Build In Straight Lines

Sean O'Connell — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:04:38 +0000

God does not build in straight lines. And neither, apparently, does Ridley Scott. For while we’ve all kind of assumed that the director’s ‘Prometheus’ was a prequel to his ‘Alien,’ the closer we get to the film’s release date, we’re finding out that might not be the case.

'Prometheus' Featurette Focuses On Origins

George Roush — Wed, 09 May 2012 23:02:30 +0000

The featurettes, TV spots and images are starting to roll in for the upcoming science fiction film 'Prometheus,' and each one reveals a bit more about the Damon Lindelof-written story that has managed to stay a secret since shooting last year. Now a brand new featurette reveals even more about the movie and what fans can expect.

Cameron Diaz in for Angelina Jolie in 'The Counselor'?

Damon Houx — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:30:47 +0000

There have been a number of casting rumors for Ridley Scott's 'The Counselor,' with one having Angelina Jolie joining future husband Brad Pitt in the picture. Jolie has got 'Maleficent' moving into production - which she was trying to schedule around - and now it looks like Angelina is out and Cameron Diaz has landed the part.

'Prometheus' Already Setting Records In The U.K.

Sean O'Connell — Fri, 04 May 2012 17:06:07 +0000

We might end up remember 2012 as the year all of our box-office records were shattered. ‘The Hunger Games’ knocked out a few key records on March. ‘The Avengers’ appears ready to test a few worldwide records. And overseas, though we’re still weeks away from its opening, Ridley Scott’s ‘Prometheus’ just set a new record for IMAX ticket sales.

'Prometheus' Screenwriting Featurette Unearths New Footage

Britt Hayes — Wed, 02 May 2012 00:14:39 +0000

Fox really wants you guys to see this movie. 'Prometheus' isn't a hard sell to fans of Ridley Scott's original 'Alien' film (and the three sequels that followed), but for general audiences unfamiliar with 'Alien' or unaware of the threads 'Prometheus' shares with it, the dark sci-fi film might be a tougher sell.

So here's another featurette to make sure you are well educated before the film hits theaters this June!

Prometheus Gets a New Featurette

Damon Houx — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:48:07 +0000

As we gear up for this summer's movie season - which starts in a little over a week - one of our most anticipated is 'Prometheus' which has Ridley Scott returning to the science fiction well and the world of 'Alien.' But (as we've been told) it's not a prequel in the classic sense of setting up the first film. There's a new featurette, and it speaks to its brilliant director while offering new footage. Take a look...

'Prometheus' Delivers In-Character Posters

Damon Houx — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 02:03:06 +0000

It's hard to call what 20th Century Fox is doing to promote Ridley Scott's 'Prometheus' "viral." It's not like they're hiding what they're doing, it's not spreading because people found it accidentally, it didn't get popular without the context of the movie itself, and all the movie sites know about it. So let's call it 'in character.' Here's some posters for the movie which don't directly sell the movie.

'Prometheus' Video Introduces Michael Fassbender's Mysterious Character

Sean O'Connell — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:26:12 +0000

Without question, ‘Prometheus’ is one of our most-anticipated blockbusters reaching theaters this summer. Sir Ridley Scott returning to the world of his seminal ‘Alien’ for what could amount to an epic prequel? Yeah, we’re in. But as the studio’s viral campaign ramps ups, details about the plot might be a little spoilerish, so keep that in mind as you click through and learn more about Michael Fassbender’s character, David.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie to Reunite for Upcoming Film?

Sean O'Connell — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:20:37 +0000

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have great chemistry. Yes, off the screen (duh), but on screen, as well. The pair made Doug Liman’s ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ a memorable romp. Many wondered if and when they’d work together again, and the answer might be sooner rather than later.

Angelina Jolie to Star in Ridley Scott's Next Film?

Don Kaye — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:59:46 +0000

Just one day after Disney announced the release date for ‘Maleficent,’ starring Angelina Jolie as the evil queen who sends Sleeping Beauty off to dreamland, the superstar actress is said to be circling another high-profile project. According to Vulture, Jolie is “in talks” for a role in ‘The Counselor,’ director Ridley Scott’s planned film of [...]

'Prometheus' TV Spot Shows Off New Footage

Damon Houx — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:14:35 +0000

Ridley Scott's 'Prometheus' has been ramping up its advertising, and we've been hit with trailers both foreign and domestic. The film's due out June 8, but we're now getting TV spots for the upcoming feature, which suggests that 20th Century Fox is fairly confident about the film they've got. And this new commercial makes us just as confident.

Renner, Portman and Bardem Circling Ridley Scott's 'The Counselor'

Britt Hayes — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:29:38 +0000

It's the first screenplay written by Cormac McCarthy, Michael Fassbender is starring, and Ridley Scott is directing. That's enough to get us interested but they're not done yet. 'The Counselor' is drawing some serious attention across Hollywood and two recent Oscar-winners and one Oscar-nominee are interested in joining its ranks.