Tag: James Cameron
Fans Crash Servers for Early Preview Screenings of TITANIC 3D
Fans the world over rushed the web in the last 24-hours – crashing multiple servers in the process – to secure advance tickets for the now sold-out February 14th preview screenings of Titanic 3D, Paramount Pictures and Twentieth Century Fox International jointly announced today. In a matter of hours, sell-out screenings were reported throughout the United States and in countries around the world, following the launch of the special screening program on January 31st. Moviegoers who were lucky enough to secure a seat will now be among the first people anywhere to see the newly re-mastered TITANIC in 3D, in advance of the film’s worldwide release on April 6th, 2012.
Keanu Reeves’ Produced SIDE BY SIDE Trailer
Just in case you’re curious to hear what famous filmmakers have to say about the future of moviemaking, then Keanu Reeves‘ produced documentary Side by Side is the perfect thing for you.
Today we have the first trailer for the whole thing and as you’ll see it features Reeves’ interviews with George Lucas, Christopher Nolan, Martin Scorsese, James Cameron and Steven Soderbergh. Hope you’ll enjoy it!
Paramount and Cirque du Soleil to Partner on CIRQUE DU SOLEIL WORDS AWAY
Paramount Pictures and Cirque du Soleil jointly announced today that the studio has acquired worldwide distribution rights to the Cirque du Soleil 3D feature film entitled “Cirque du Soleil Worlds Away.” Written and directed by Andrew Adamson (“Shrek,” “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”), and executive produced by Academy Award ® winning filmmaker James Cameron, the 3D film event features artistic and acrobatic performances from some of the most elaborate Cirque du Soleil productions. The film was produced by Adamson, Aron Warner, Cirque’s Martin Bolduc and Ed Jones and Cary Granat. Vince Pace oversaw the 3D stereo production aspect of the film.
Filmmakers About Filmmaking
What’s the last movie you’ve watched guys?
This report will have to do a lot with all those great filmmakers that make us film-freaks, or, should I say – filmophiles? But, let me just ask you one more thing. Have you ever dreamed of making your own movie? And if you have, who’s your favorite filmmaker?
Scorsese, Cameron, Kubrick maybe? What words or advice would you want to hear from your favorite helmer?
So, what’s the best advice you can get about the whole thing?
“Anybody can direct a picture once they know the fundamentals. Directing is not a mystery, it’s not an art. The main thing about directing is: photograph the people’s eyes.” That’s exactly what John Ford, man who made some of the most iconic American westerns of all time has to say about his work.
On the other hand, Stanley Kubrick thinks that “…a film is – or should be – more like music than like fiction. It should be a progression of moods and feelings. The theme, what’s behind the emotion, the meaning, all that comes later.” That’s an interesting one, you must admit, although I’m not quite sure if that worked out for his A Clockwork Orange. I mean, that one looks well-planned from the beginning.
James Cameron Shows Titanic 3D First Footage at CineEurope
I guess we’re all excited about James Cameron‘s Titanic 3D. Even you! Yeah, you out there, who hate 3D, I know you’re reading this, and I know you’re waiting to hear some new details about the whole thing.
After all, we’re talking about 3D conversion of 1997 blockbuster that remained the highest-grossing film in history for twelve years, until Avatar surpassed it in 2010.
So, here’s the thing. You already know that Titanic 3D will be re-released in theaters on April 6th, 2012 to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the original tragedy, but what you don’t know is that Cameron premiered 15 minutes of a 3D converted movie at the international exhibitor event CineEurope!
Here’s what Cameron shared with all of us:
“It ends the same way, though, I just wanted to put that out. Actually we spent around $5 million trying to invent a time machine so I could travel back and shoot the original film in 3D. It’s a painstaking process. I would never want to do it if I didn’t have to. If you have the choice, you should definitely do it in 3D from the start.”
James Cameron On Avatar 2 and 3 – Not a Traditional Trilogy
Love him, or hate him – but James Cameron definitely knows how to have fun! One script? Who’s writing only one script these days? That’s for babies! Make it double!
And what about the upcoming Avatar sequels? Let’s not make a “sequel” sound like a boring word, let’s break with the tradition and give the audience something completely new! Do you even know what I’m talking about right now?
Well, let’s clear some things out! You already know that Cameron is currently writing the sequel scripts for Avatar 2 and Avatar 3, which will be released in 2014 and 2015. As some reports revel, both of these projects will be shot at the enormous MBS Media Campus in Manhattan Beach, California.
James Cameron and Sam Worthington to Reunite for Sci-Fi Action Movie Myth
James Cameron and Sam Worthington in one report? Yes, yes, when you see these names you already know it’s time for another sci-fi action movie, right?
Well, if you’re a sci-fi fan, we have some great news for you, because we’ve just learned that Cameron and Worthington could reunite once again for the completely new project, titled Myth.
But, let’s get one thing straight right here at the beginning – Cameron will come on board as executive producer, while Worthington and Transformers producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura will be in charge for producing the whole thing.
And let me just mention one thing, 20th Century Fox is still in early talks with writer Will Staples to pick up this sci-fi action project, so we’ll definitely keep an eye on the whole thing in the future.
Directors and Producers Write Open Letter Protesting Premium VOD
From time to time directors and producers from all over the world sit down and write an open letter. When was the last time that actually happened? I have no idea, but I do know that right now there’s an open letter all over the internet that comes straight from 23 leading directors and producers, and that list includes James Cameron, Kathryn Bigelow, Michael Bay, Guillermo del Toro, Peter Jackson, Michael Mann, Gore Verbinski and for the full list check out the rest of this report.
First of all let me tell you that all of them have signed an open letter opposing a pricy new premium VOD service that puts movies from Warner Bros., Sony, Universal and 20th Century Fox in homes only 60 days after a film’s theatrical release.
Here’s what they all had to say in a letter:
“We are the artists and business professionals who help make the movie business great. We produce and direct movies. We work on the business deals that help get movies made. At the end of the day, we are also simply big movie fans.
Lately, there’s been a lot of talk by leaders at some major studios and cable companies about early-to-the-home “premium video-on-demand.” In this proposed distribution model, new movies can be shown in homes while these same films are still in their theatrical run. In this scenario, those who own televisions with an HDMI input would be able to order a film through their cable system or an Internet provider as a digital rental. Terms and timing have yet to be made concrete, but there has been talk of windows of 60 days after theatrical release at a price of $30.
James Cameron Creates Cameron – Pace Group (CPG)
Ready to hear what James Cameron is doing these days? No? Well, sorry about that, but this is an official thing, so check it out! He has teamed up with acclaimed cinematographer Vince Pace to form Cameron – Pace Group (CPG).
Just in case you’re wondering what’s so interesting about that, here’s a little “insight” – this group will seek to accelerate worldwide growth of 3D across all entertainment platforms including features, episodic and live television, sports, advertising and consumer products, pioneering a new generation of camera systems, services and a variety of creative tools that are innovative, powerful and easier to embrace.
CPG will build upon the strong foundation of Pace and the 3D technology to which its co-founders have individually and collectively contributed, such as the revolutionary Fusion 3D system. In combination, Cameron’s and Pace’s technologies, products and services have been responsible for $4.7 billion of box office receipts and have played an extensive role in 25 features, seven concert and music entertainment projects and 40 sports productions worldwide, including Avatar, Tron: Legacy, Resident Evil: Afterlife and U2 3D.
