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Natalie Portman Joins Marvel’s Thor
Marvel announced today that Natalie Portman has been cast to star as Jane Foster in upcoming “Thor.” Foster, a nurse, was a character from the early comic book lore, and was Thor’s first love.
Portman will join Chris Hemsworth who’s playing the title role and Tom Hiddleston who is playing the villain Loki, the god of mischief.
Marvel Pushes Back Thor And The Avengers
Marvel Entertainment Inc said it rescheduled the release dates of some of its self-produced feature film properties through 2012.
Marvel has delayed its superhero blockbusters “Thor” and “The Avengers” by a year. Thor’s new release date is June 17, 2011, moved from July 16, 2010, while “The Avengers” is now on course for a May 4, 2012 arrival having been originally planned for July 15, 2011.
Marvel Studios chairman David Maisel said that the change of dates are in order to space out the release of their solo superhero movies before uniting the characters for ensemble film The Avengers.
Robosapien Rebooted Poster and Plot Details
Crystal Sky Pictures has unveiled the first poster and full synopsis for their upcoming scifi flick “Robosapien: Rebooted,” based on the popular toy robot Robosapien
An inventor working for Kinetech Labs has designed a robot for search and rescue missions that has the ability to mimic human actions and emotions. After discovering that the robot’s advanced microchip is actually going to be used by Kinetech for military applications, the inventor programs the robot to flee, whereupon it is damaged. Twelve year old Henry finds the broken robot, fixes him up and names him Cody. With no memory of his past, Cody becomes Henry’s best friend, helping him win over his love interest, battle bullies and partake in some crazy fun. Cody quickly becomes a valuable part of Henry’s family as he helps them forge better relationships with one another, and even surprises them by remodeling their home.
PUNISHER: WAR ZONE Review
Here is the good news for Frank Castle fans. Punisher: War Zone is far and away the best movie based on Marvel Comic‘ vigilante anti-hero The Punisher to date.
Of course, anyone who has cable-surfed upon the 1989 Dolph Lundgren embarrassment or was re-gifted the DVD of 2004′s Thomas Jane vehicle The Punisher knows that’s a backhanded compliment if ever there was one.
War Zone is a relentlessly grim and unapologetically violent mess of a movie that pays tribute to comic book creators Garth Ennis and Tim Bradstreet’s dark, twisted take on the character as well as give the cinematic finger to the first two films. But it’s still not very good…full story [newsarama]
Daniel Craig Offered, But Declined, Lead Role In “Thor”
Daniel Craig has been indeed considered to be the leading man in “Thor“.
Craig, Olga Kurylenko and director Mark Forster attending the press day in Beverly Hills on Monday, October 20, for the 22nd Bond film “Quantum of Solace“. IESB’s Robert Sanchez talked with both Olga and Daniel, who actually had a bit to say about another widely known hero, Thor, who is currently set up over at Marvel for a 2010 release with Kenneth Branagh attached to direct.
IESB asked if Craig was interested in doing something a little different character-wise, like Thor? Craig said no, he turned it down and laughed about it.
The First Avenger: Captain America Synopsis
Marvel has released an official synopsis for “The First Avenger: Captain America.” Marvel is planning to keep the character true to his comic bookroots.
Kenneth Branagh Will Direct Thor?
Director/actor Kenneth Branagh is negotiating to helm “Thor,” the next Marvel Comics property that will be turned into a live-action film by Marvel Studios, reports Variety.
This choice by Marvel is surprising in a way, considering Branagh has not directed a big action adventure movie before.
“Stardust” helmer Matthew Vaughn had earlier been attached to the comic book movie, but left when his holding deal expired.
Mark Protosevich (I Am Legend) wrote the comic adaptation, which follows disabled medical student Donald Blake, who has an alter ego as the hammer-wielding Norse god Thor. The character is also a member of The Avengers.
Branagh’s directorial debut came in 1989 with an adaptation of “hakespeare’s “Henry V,” which he also starred in. He’s also directed “Much Ado About Nothing”, “Frankenstein” and last year’s thriller “Sleuth.” Continue Reading…
Jon Favreau returns for “Iron Man 2″
Jon Favreau had earlier criticised studio Marvel for setting an “unrealistic” release date for the superhero sequel.
The director said he had been surprised by Marvel’s announcement that the superhero sequel will be released on April 30, 2010.
“Neither Robert Downey Jr. nor I were consulted about this and we are both concerned about how realistic the date is in light of the fact that we have no script, story or writers hired yet.”
He recently told that the stars of the original film are in negotiations to reprise their roles, saying:
“When it comes to the cast of the sequel there is no need to worry, it looks like everyone from Robert Downey to Gwyneth Paltrow is back for more.”
Rumours later surfaced that Jon Favreau would not return to direct the film – The director is said to be at odds with Marvel Studios over his salary for the upcoming sequel.
After guiding the superhero film to box office success, Favreau has allegedly requested a pay increase for 2010′s “Iron Man 2.” However, Marvel has been unable to match Favreau’s demands and believes that a franchise sequel will be a commercial success with or without the director of the first film.
But Favreau has now reportedly agreed a contract after being offered a more lucrative deal by Marvel boss David Maisel, according to Deadline Hollywood Daily.
Robert Downey Jr. will also return for “Iron Man 2,” which is scheduled for an April 2010 release.
Read full story: Deadline Hollywood Daily
Leonardo DiCaprio as Captain America?
Leonardo DiCaprio is Marvel‘s top choice to play Steve Rogers aka Captain America in the forthcoming superhero jaunt, says Latino Review.
Marvel, who previously announced plans to release First Avenger: Captain America on May 6, 2011, reportedly wants the Blood Diamond star to lead the film as US soldier-turned-superhero Steve Rogers.
