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Mortal Kombat' movie reboot gets green light

Mortal Kombat is to be rebooted for cinema, it has been confirmed.

Warner Bros and New Line Cinema announced that Kevin Tancharoen will direct the project, which is based on the popular video games.

Tancharoen has prior experience as a choreographer and music video director, having helmed the 2009 remake of Fame. He also directed the 2010 YouTube hit Mortal Kombat: Rebirth and the Mortal Kombat: Legacy web series.

The movie reboot is reported to be a new take on the subject matter, reuniting Tancharoen with Rebirth writer Oren Uziel. Shooting is scheduled to commence next year.

Tancharoen told Coming Soon: "It's very exciting! I'm so happy that I've been a gigantic fan of this title since I was a little kid. This is a dream come true for me.

"I'm really happy that New Line and Warner Bros saw the potential after the Mortal Kombat: Legacy webseries we did and the numbers that the video game has done. I'm extremely grateful because it's been a big, big journey for me."

Mortal Kombat was originally adapted for cinema in 1995. It later spawned sequel Mortal Kombat: Annihilation and tie-in television series Mortal Kombat: Konquest.

Warner Bros and New Line's reboot is slated for release in 2013.

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Training Day' director Antoine Fuqua attached to 'Hunter Killer'?

Antoine Fuqua has signed up to direct the thriller Hunter Killer.

The film centres on an American submarine captain and a group of Navy SEALS who have to rescue the kidnapped Russian president, Variety reports.

Street Kings writers Jamie Moss, Arme Schmidt and John Kolvenbach have based the screenplay on Don Keith and George Wallace's unpublished book Firing Point.

Salt's Philip Noyce and Taken's Pierre Morel have both been attached to the project, which was first optioned by Relativity in 2008.

Fuqua is also involved in several other projects, including an untitled film based on the life of rapper Tupac Shakur and a biopic of gangster Pablo Escobar.

The Training Day director reportedly wants Javier Bardem and Benicio del Toro to star in the project.

In June, it was reported that Eminem wanted Fuqua to direct his new vehicle Southpaw.

Southpaw is about a welterweight champion who recovers from a personal tragedy by rising in the world of boxing.

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I really hope this turns out to be a good movie.

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Christopher Nolan, Michael Bay for 'Twilight Zone' remake?

Christopher Nolan and Michael Bay are among the directors being scouted for a forthcoming Twilight Zone movie.

The Dark Knight Rises and Transformers masterminds have been approached by Warner Bros to helm an adaptation of the fantasy horror series, Variety reports.

Sources claim that Nolan is the frontrunner, although he is reluctant to join the project due to its similarities to Inception.

Bay, meanwhile, is allegedly torn between his fondness for the script and his passion project - bodybuilder comedy Pain and Gain.

The Warner Bros wishlist is also said to include Children Of Men director Alfonso Cuaron, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows helmer David Yates and Rupert Wyatt, who crafted summer blockbuster Return to the Planet of the Apes.

Unlike the 1983 Twilight Zone film, in which four directors produced different segments, the new picture will be overseen by one person and feature a single storyline.

Leonardo DiCaprio is due to produce the movie through his Appian Way firm.

A biopic of Twilight Zone creator Rod Serling was announced in July

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Kurt Russell in talks to replace Kevin Costner in 'Django Unchained'

Kurt Russell is currently in talks to replace Kevin Costner in Django Unchained, The Hollywood Reporter says.

This would see Russell reunite with director Quentin Tarantino, whom the star last worked with on 2007 horror movie Death Proof.

The 60-year-old will play Ace, a ruthless understudy to Leonardo DiCaprio's Francophile plantation owner protagonist.

Field of Dreams star Costner bowed out of the upcoming Western last week due to "scheduling conflicts".

Dennis Christopher, best known for 1979's Breaking Away, is the latest confirmed cast member.

Tarantino's Django Unchained is scheduled to open in cinemas on Christmas Day next year.

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Steve Carell cast in Miller's 'Foxcatcher'

Steve Carell has reportedly signed on to star in Bennet Miller's next film, Foxcatcher.

EW claims the Moneyball director has cast Carell as the lead in his new film, about the schizophrenic murderer John du Pont.

Foxcatcher retells du Pont's 1996 murder of Olympic wrestler David Schultz, despite police never discovering the multimillionaire's motive for the crime.

Miller's frequent collaborator Dan Futterman, who also wrote the Capote screenplay, will pen the film's script alongside Eric Max Frye.

Production on Foxcatcher is expected to begin in March 2012.

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Woody Harrelson set for role in Louis Leterrier's 'Now You See Me

Woody Harrelson has reportedly begun negotiations to star in Summit Entertainment's new film Now You See Me.

According to Variety, Harrelson is close to joining the Louis Leterrier-directed production about a team of illusionists who pull off daring bank heists.

If cast, Harrelson will join the likes of Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Isla Fisher and Morgan Freeman.

Now You See Me is being produced by Alex Kirtzman and Roberto Orci from a script by Boaz Yakin and Edward Rocourt.

Earlier this year, Harrelson was also cast opposite Jennifer Lawrence, Liam Hemsworth and Josh Hutcherson in the film adaptation of The Hunger Games.

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Ellen Page cast in terrorist thriller 'The East

Ellen Page has reportedly joined the cast of Zal Batmanglij's upcoming thriller The East.

According to Variety, the Juno star has been cast as Izzy, a member of the titular group of ecoterrorists.

Page's character becomes jealous of lead Brit Marling, who plays a law enforcement officer tasked with infiltrating the group.

The East also stars True Blood regular Alexander Skarsgård as the charismatic terrorist leader.

The film has been co-written by Marling and Batmanglij, and is being produced by Ridley and Tony Scott's company Scott Free Productions.

Page is currently shooting Woody Allen's new film alongside Penelope Cruz and Alec Baldwin

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Patty Jenkins confirms she will direct 'Thor 2

Patty Jenkins has seemingly confirmed that she will direct the forthcoming Marvel Studios sequel Thor 2.

Following Thor director Kenneth Branagh's decision not to helm the follow-up, Jenkins was reported to be Marvel's first choice for the job.

"I can't say, but yes," Jenkins told Vulture, when asked straight whether Thor 2 would be her next project. "I can't say anything definitive, but it's exciting to be in talks with them about it."

Jenkins went on to praise the company for their unusual choices of director.

"I think Marvel is really ballsy to think outside the box. And I think everyone they've talked to and hired has been interesting."

Jenkins is best known for directing the 2003 Academy Award-winning film Monster, which starred Charlize Theron as serial killer Aileen Wuornos.

Thor 2 is expected in cinemas on July 26, 2012.

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Anna Faris: 'I want to be in Scary Movie 5

Anna Faris has said that she would like to be in Scary Movie 5.

The What's Your Number? actress played Cindy Campbell in the first four movies in the horror spoof series.

Asked if she would like to return to the franchise, Faris told Digital Spy: "Yeah, I would. I feel like I got such an education making those movies.

"I loved playing Cindy. She's so dumb. She couldn't be less intelligent, that girl. It's really fun for me to play that role."

On whether she had been approached by producers to appear in the sequel, she added: "No, not yet. I know that there's the rumour out there, but I don't know what's going to happen with that."

Scary Movie 5 has been slated for a 2012 release .

The film's producers have reportedly approached a number of previous cast members to return to the series.

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Owen Wilson: 'Hansel is disfigured in Zoolander 2'

Owen Wilson has opened up about his character's storyline in Zoolander 2.

The 42-year-old revealed that the male model Hansel will have suffered a "disfiguring injury" in the follow-up to 2001's Zoolander.

"Hansel, he's fallen on hard times," Wilson told MTV. "There's been a disfiguring injury."

He went on to tease the injury by adding: "Think Vanilla Sky."

In May, Ben Stiller said that production on the long-awaited Zoolander sequel is almost ready to begin, revealing that the sequel will follow Derek and Hansel as they attempt to get back into the fashion industry.

Wilson reportedly split from girlfriend Jade Duell in June. The pair welcomed their first child together in January.

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Olivia Wilde Lands ‘Rush’ Role Of Suzy Miller; Russell Crowe For Richard Burton Cameo?

EXCLUSIVE: It’s a role that a lot of actresses wanted, but I’m told that Olivia Wilde will play 1970s supermodel Suzy Miller in Rush, the Ron Howard-directed Formula One drama about the rivalry between drivers Niki Lauda (Daniel Bruhl) and James Hunt (Chris Hemsworth). Cross Creek’s Brian Oliver is producing with Imagine’s Brian Grazer and Working Title partners Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner. Cross Creek funded the film with Exclusive Media Group.

Miller fell in love with and married Hunt, a handsome, womanizing driver, but the most interesting part of their relationship is how Miller soon fell in love with Hunt’s actor pal, Richard Burton. Hunt and Burton famously negotiated a “transfer” of assets, with Burton paying the $1 million divorce settlement that Hunt owed Miller. Burton and Miller were married shortly after.

I’m told that Howard hopes to recruit his A Beautiful Mind star Russell Crowe to play the small role of Burton in the Peter Morgan-scripted film. Wilde, who’ll next be seen starring in Butter, is repped by WME and Untitled along with UK-based Hamilton Hodell.

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Jason Statham for two 'Fast & Furious' films?

Jason Statham is reportedly in talks to star in the latest instalment of the Fast & Furious franchise.

The British Transporter actor has begun discussions with Universal to appear in the follow-up to Fast Five, according to Twitch.

Universal are also allegedly planning on producing two back-to-back films of the action series, with shooting set to take place in Europe next year.

The studio is reportedly hoping for Fast Six to be released on May 24, 2013, with Fast Seven coming out either the following Christmas or summer.

The plot of Fast Six may take place in Germany, due to the post-credits scene in Fast Five which saw agent Monica Fuentes (Eva Mendes) tell Lucas Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson) that Michelle Rodriguez's deceased character Leticia is actually alive in the country.

Fast Six was confirmed earlier this year, with Vin Diesel, Paul Walker and Dwayne Johnson expected to reprise their roles.

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Johnny Depp: 'I would do more Pirates of the Caribbean movies

Johnny Depp has said that he will continue making Pirates of the Caribbean films.

The Rum Diary star confessed that as long as he receives a pay cheque, he will continue to reprise his role as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Disney films.

"Basically, if they're going to pay me the stupid money right now, I'm going to take it," Depp told Vanity Fair. "I have to. I mean, it's not for me. Do you know what I mean? At this point, it's for my kids."

He continued: "It's ridiculous, yeah, yeah. But ultimately is it for me? No. No. It's for the kids."

Depp is said to have reduced his fee for Disney's big-screen version of Lone Ranger in order to reduce the film's predicted budget of $250 million (£159.8m).

The Lone Ranger is expected to start production in early 2012 after being axed by Disney in August due to the budgetary concerns.

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides star Sam Claflin has said that he is hoping to come back for a sequel to the blockbuster.

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I want to see more Pirate Of The Caribbean movies but only if the storyline is good.

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Johnny Depp is Hollywood's highest earner with $350m from 'Pirates

Johnny Depp has earned almost $350m (£226m) from the Pirates of the Caribbean series, making him the highest-paid actor in Hollywood.

The star received a cut of the Pirates movies' profits after Walt Disney Studios broke even on production and marketing costs. The first four films have grossed nearly $3.7bn (£2.3bn) at the box office.

Disney and Depp's agent declined to comment on the negotiations for a fifth Pirates film, according to The Wrap.

Insiders have claimed that Deep is currently talking with Disney to reprise the role of Captain Jack Sparrow due to the success of this year's Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

Depp has said he is willing to star in another Pirates movie, saying: "Basically, if they're going to pay me the stupid money right now, I'm going to take it."

In June, it was reported that Tim Burton, Sam Raimi and Shawn Levy are all being considered to direct the next instalment of the franchise.

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Clint Eastwood returning to acting in 'Trouble with the Curve'?

Clint Eastwood may return to acting, a report has suggested.

The double Oscar-winning filmmaker is in talks to star in baseball drama Trouble with the Curve, Deadline reports.

The screenplay has been written by Randy Brown and focuses on a veteran baseball scout who takes a roadtrip with his daughter to see a talented player.

Eastwood's long-term collaborator Robert Lorenz will reportedly make his directorial debut on Trouble with the Curve. Lorenz served as assistant director to Eastwood on movies including Mystic River and Million Dollar Baby and has also produced a number of his films.

Eastwood was last seen on screen playing Walt Kowalski in 2008's Gran Torino. He said at the time that he intended to give up acting in order to focus on producing and directing.

He was due to direct Beyoncé in a remake of A Star is Born, but the project has reportedly been placed on hold as the 'Crazy in Love' singer prepares to welcome her first child with husband Jay-Z.

Historical biopic J Edgar - Eastwood's most recent directorial venture - is due for release on November 9 in the US and on January 20, 2012 in the UK.

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Robert Downey Jr to star in 'Perry Mason' movie?

Robert Downey Jr is reportedly looking to take on the lead role in a big-screen version of Perry Mason.

The project is currently being developed by Warner Bros, based on a story idea from Downey Jr and his co-producer David Gambino, according to Variety.

Perry Mason is to be set in 1930s Los Angeles like the original series of 82 novels by Erle Stanley Gardner.

The books also spun off a radio series, a television series and seven films developed by Warners.

Downey Jr will next be seen in Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, which is released on December 16.

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'James Bond 23' title revealed to be 'Skyfall'?

The 23rd James Bond film is rumoured to be titled Skyfall.

A brand protection firm that works with Sony Pictures registered 15 URLs that combine the terms 'James Bond' and 'Skyfall' on October 3, according to an email sent to WhatCulture.

In August, Sony Pictures registered "Sky-FallMovie.com" and a series of phrases related to Skyfall, which could also lend credence to the term being used for the upcoming Bond project.

Sony Pictures has offered no confirmation yet that the next Bond film will be called Skyfall.

Writer Peter Morgan recently revealed that many changes have recently been made to the Bond 23 screenplay, but suggested that his original story concept remains.

Adele has apparently written a track which is in contention to be the theme song for the next Bond instalment.

Daniel Craig will return as Bond opposite co-stars Ralph Fiennes, Javier Bardem and Judi Dench in the next movie, which will open in cinemas on October 26, 2012. Sam Mendes will direct.

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James Bond 23': Bérénice Marlohe confirmed as new Bond girl

Bérénice Marlohe has been confirmed as the new Bond girl for Daniel Craig's upcoming James Bond 23.

The French actress, who was first rumoured for the 007 movie in September, is a new addition to the cast alongside The Hour's Ben Whishaw and Harry Potter star Helen McCrory.

Marlohe recently screen-tested for director Sam Mendes at Pinewood Studios and was met favourably by producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson, reports the Daily Mail.

Javier Bardem will play the latest Bond villain and Ralph Fiennes is attached to the movie in an unspecified role. Judi Dench is to reprise her role as M, while other MI6 roles will be filled by Rory Kinnear (as Tanner) and Naomie Harris (Miss Moneypenny).

Craig's third outing as Ian Fleming's spy will open in cinemas on October 26, 2012. The movie is rumoured to be titled Skyfall.

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Johnny Depp to play 'Cat in the Hat' author Dr Seuss?

Johnny Depp is to produce a live-action biopic of the children's writer Theodor Geisel, best known as Dr Seuss.

The writer is behind famous children's stories including Oh, The Places You'll Go!, Horton Hears a Who! and The Cat in the Hat.

Universal and Illumination Entertainment are financing the film, which is not expected to feature any animation. The former made Geisel's The Grinch Who Stole Christmas and adapted The Cat in the Hat, with Mike Myers in the lead role.

In Treatment writer Keith Bunin will pen the screenplay, with Depp potentially taking the title role.

Depp has been attached to several projects, including a remake of the 1970s television series The Night Stalker.

The actor will next be seen in Dark Shadows and the troubled big-screen adaptation of the series Lone Ranger, where he will play Tonto.

Universal gave the adaptation the go-ahead after Depp and Pirates of the Caribbean director Gore Verbinski agreed to lower their fees.

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Rowan Atkinson rules out 'Mr Bean' return

Rowan Atkinson has ruled out a return for his comic alter ego Mr Bean.

The Johnny English: Reborn actor believes that his take on the popular character, who he once described as "a child in a grown man's character", would not be convincing anymore.

"I've always regarded Mr Bean as an ageless, timeless figure," he told Radio 1's Newsbeat, echoing previous comments he made about the comic creation.

"I don't want him to particularly grow old, and if I carry on playing him then he's going to get older, whether we like it or not. I would like to remember Mr Bean how he was five or ten years ago."

The 56-year-old revealed last week that he is open to the possibility of reviving Blackadder.

Atkinson played Mr Bean in a series of one-off stories between 1990 and 1995 on ITV. Released in 2007, the film Mr Bean's Holiday was the franchise's last outing.

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No real surprise he is getting a bit old for than type of role now.