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Margot Robbie Talks Fantastic Four & Jared Leto’s Joker

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Margot Robbie lets it be known she has dodged the proverbial bullet as prior to Suicide Squad, she was up for the role of Invisible Woman Sue Storm in the Josh Trank Fantastic Four movie which went to Kate Mara.

Prior to Suicide Squad wrapping, Robbie spoke with the NY Daily News about FF.

“I didn’t really resonate with the script, and I haven’t seen the movie, so I don’t really know how it turned out different from the page,” Robbie said of Fantastic Four. “But I had a great meeting with the director [Josh Trank] and I really enjoyed that. I guess it’s part of the game: sometime you win some, sometimes you lose some.”

It ended up working out that David Ayer would cast Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, the side kick to Jared Leto’s Joker, a role, which by all accounts, looks to be a blockbuster for Robbie.

“What he’s doing with the character is so cool,” she said of Leto as the Joker. “At first it was kind of confronting (to be up close) but now I’m so used to it, I think if I ever saw him out of makeup now I would be really confused.”

Margot Robbie also offered her character is just as crazy as the Joker.

“I guess the one common denominator is we’re all bad guys, it just makes everything more fun that way,” Robbie offered. “The scenes are more interesting I feel, when you just don’t know how the characters are going to react, especially with Harley, who’s absolutely nuts… she’s either going to kill you or laugh and give you a hug.”

“Suicide Squad” has an August 5, 2016 release date directed by David Ayer starring Will Smith as Deadshot, Jared Leto as the Joker, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Cara Delevingne as Enchantress, Jai Courtney as Boomerang, Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag, Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, Adam Beach as Slipknot, Karen Fukuhara as Katana, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Killer Croc, Jay Hernandez as El Diablo, and Scott Eastwood in an unknown role.

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Vin Diesel Confirmed For Guardians of the Galaxy 3, Err 2

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Guardians of the Galaxy 3 isn’t even in the cards, and we already get confirmation that Vin Diesel will be back as Groot?!

That’s exactly what James Gunn confirmed on Facebook, but quickly caught himself and stated it’s for the sequel.

A fan asked Gunn: “Will Vin Diesel be back in GOTG3?”

Gunn replied, “Yes.”

Another fan noticed the question and inquired about Gunn confirming Vin Diesel for Guardians of the Galaxy 3.

Gunn replied back, “No – he means 2 and that’s what I was responding to. Stop it.” Gunn also further commented: “Believe me I have to be careful because it will be picked up as my confirming 3.”

While we do believe Gunn was referring to Vin Diesel reprising as Groot for Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (sorta), a few months ago Gunn did tease Guardians of the Galaxy 3.

“I knew for a long time what the story of the second one was gonna be,” Gunn said, before teasing, “And the third one!”

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” has a May 5, 2017 release.

Vin Diesel brought “I Am Groot” to life not only for English audiences, but for fans around the globe. Check out behind-the-scenes footage of Vin Diesel recording Groot in foreign languages for Guardians of the Galaxy:

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Posted by James Gunn on Monday, August 24, 2015

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Watch: Wes Bentley Wants To Play Batman

Prior to Ben Affleck getting cast as Batman for Batman Vs. Superman, we were told Christopher Nolan’s choice for the new Dark Knight was Wes Bentley.

At the time, Bentley was starring in Interstellar for Nolan.

Now while appearing on Larry King, Bentley makes it known he always wanted to play Batman.

“I did always want to play Batman,” Bentley told King, with King replying he would have made a great Batman. “I liked Batman, because he had no super powers.”

King again remarks Bentley would have been a good Bruce Wayne.

“I appreciate that,” the actor stated.

Check the video out above.

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Toronto International Film Festival 2015 Kids Program Revealed; Includes Iron Giant

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The Toronto International Film Festival presents an international selection of family-friendly films as part of this year’s TIFF Kids Programme. The lineup opens a world of cultural perspectives for young festival-goers, presenting everything from animated adventures to touching coming-of-age stories. The programme boasts the world premiere of the remastered and expanded Brad Bird classic The Iron Giant with performances from Jennifer Aniston and Harry Connick Jr.

“The TIFF Kids Programme is all about bringing the best of international children’s cinema to the Festival,” said Elizabeth Muskala, Director of Youth Learning. “This year we are thrilled to showcase films from Europe and Asia, as well as a classic animated family feature, with The Iron Giant: Signature Edition.”

The Boy and the Beast (Bakemono no ko) Mamoru Hosoda, Japan International Premiere
A young boy in modern-day Tokyo stumbles into an alternate dimension and becomes the apprentice to a bearlike warrior, in this stunning animated fantasy from writer-director Mamoru Hosoda. Cast includes Koji Yakusho and Aoi Miyazaki. Recommended for ages 11 and up.

My Skinny Sister (Min lilla syster) Sanna Lenken, Sweden/Germany Canadian Premiere
Just as Stella enters the exciting world of adolescence, she discovers that her big sister and role model Katja is hiding an eating disorder. The disease slowly tears the family apart. A story about jealousy, love and betrayal told with warmth, depth and laughter. Starring Rebecka Josephson, Amy Deasismont and Annika Hallin. Recommended for ages 11 and up.

Phantom Boy Alain Gagnol and Jean-Loup Felicioli, France/Belgium North American Premiere
From the Academy Award-nominated directors of A Cat in Paris comes a thrilling new adventure. An 11-year-old boy named Leo, becomes an unlikely superhero when he discovers that he has the ability to leave his body and fly through walls. When a nefarious gangster takes control of New York’s power supply, only he can save the city. Cast includes Audrey Tautou, Édouard Baer and Jean-Pierre Marielle. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

The Iron Giant: Signature Edition Brad Bird, USA World Premiere
Remastered and enhanced with two new scenes, the modern animated classic about a young boy befriending a gigantic space robot returns to enchant a new generation of audiences. Cast includes Jennifer Aniston, Harry Connick, Jr., Vin Diesel and Eli Marienthal. Recommended for ages 7 and up.

The 2015 Toronto International Film Festival Official Film Schedule was released today and is available at TIFF Bell Lightbox or by visiting tiff.net/festival. Copies will also be distributed in the Toronto Star and Metro on Thursday, August 27. A section about the Festival will appear in the Toronto Star on Thursday, September 3, and will include the full film schedule.

Purchase Festival ticket packages until August 26 while quantities last. Individual tickets are on sale from Sunday, September 6 to Sunday, September 20. Purchase packages and tickets online 24 hours a day at tiff.net/festival, by phone at 416.599.TIFF or 1.888.599.8433. Festival Box Office, located at 225 King Street West, opens on August 25. TIFF prefers Visa.

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Watch: Ant-Man Vs. Falcon Clip

Walt Disney Studios Japan has released the Ant-Man vs. Falcon clip, which can be viewed above.

Ant-Man opens in Japan September 19th.

“Ant-Man” is directed by Peyton Reed starring Michael Douglas as Hank Pym, Paul Rudd as Scott Lang, Evangeline Lilly as Hope Van Dyne and Corey Stoll as Darren Cross/Yellowjacket.

Synopsis:

The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe brings a founding member of The Avengers to the big screen for the first time with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man.” Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.

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Jared Leto Says Goodbye to Green Joker Hair

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And that is all she wrote for Jared Leto as The Joker, at least for now.

A couple of days ago saw the Suicide Squad movie finish filming, with pictures released from the wrap party.

Now Jared Leto has posted an image of what’s left of his green Joker locks.

“Goodbye…” Leto added.

Above, you can watch Jared Leto as the Joker in the Suicide Squad trailer, and Leto was also involved in a cool scene with Harley Quinn and Batman.

A photo posted by JARED LETO (@jaredleto) on Aug 25, 2015 at 10:31am PDT

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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain Launch Trailer

Watch the launch trailer above for Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, which gets released September 1st.

Kojima Productions ushers in a new era for the Metal Gear Solid V franchise with its newest chapter — Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain — which is set nine years after the fall of Mother Base and the other events in Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. The game resumes the storyline in 1984 with the Cold War as the bleak, fear-inducing backdrop, which continues to shape an impending global crisis that potentially cannot be averted. After lying dead to the world in a near-decade-long coma, you finally awaken as Snake, a.k.a. Big Boss, filled with the thirst for revenge.

Set off in pursuit of the shadow group, XOF, as Snake in The Phantom Pain, which features an open-world design, giving you ultimate tactical freedom in carrying out your missions and progressing through the game. Thanks to the Fox Engine, you can enjoy cutting-edge visual technology with photorealistic graphics and cinema-quality storytelling, making it feel as if you’re truly part of the action. Delve into the dark nature of combat, exploring intense themes, such as the psychology of warfare and the resulting atrocities. Showcase your skills of stealth in Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.

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Watch: The Taken King Reveal Teaser – Strike the Dreadnaught

Check out a teaser above for the Destiny “The Taken King” DLC as Bungie will be revealing footage tomorrow on Twitch.

Join Bungie for a Strike against a rival Cabal invasion force inside The Taken King’s stronghold tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26th, at 11am Pacific: http://www.twitch.tv/bungie.

The Destiny: The Taken King DLC becomes available September 15th.

Taken King synopsis:

Civilization as we know it is in peril. Oryx, also known as The Taken King, has entered our solar system with the sole purpose of revenge. After the Guardians destroyed his son, Crota, his goal is to consume our worlds with the help of his corrupted army. It’s up to you to defeat the king’s evil hordes, overtake the Hive Dreadnaught ship and finally go head-to-head with The Taken King himself. The latest chapter in the Destiny series expands the universe you know and love with new locations, powerful new abilities and an all-new storyline that’s as riveting as the last.

Destiny: The Taken King brings you back to the Destiny universe, as you fight to destroy Oryx, an evil king with a hard grudge who’s determined to take down the entire solar system. It’s your job to find a way onto his Dreadnaught ship, obliterate his dark army and kill the king himself. You’ll have access to three new Guardian subclasses, a wealth of weapons, armor and other gear and powerful new abilities. Select the Warlock subclass to harness the power of an electrical storm, the Hunter subclass to carve bows from gravitational void energy or the Titan subclass to summon a flaming hammer. Enjoy an expansion of the Destiny universe with a Cabal base on Phobos and Oryx’s loot-filled fortress, the Dreadnaught. This Legendary Edition also contains Destiny, Expansion I: The Dark Below and Expansion II: House of Wolves, so you can experience the entire series.

Features:

Pre-order to upgrade your weapon arsenal with an early access weapons pack that includes a Vanguard-themed auto rifle, pulse rifle and side arm*

Legendary Edition includes Destiny: The Taken King, plus Destiny, Expansion I: The Dark Below and Expansion II: House of Wolves

Save the entire solar system from the evil Oryx, The Taken King, whose goal is to achieve revenge against the Guardians for killing his son, Crota

Access a massive arsenal of weapons, armor and other gear that will help you on your quest to defeat the king’s malicious army

Take on brand-new subclasses with new abilities — become a Warlock to use the power of an electrical storm against your enemies, take on the Hunter class to carve bows from gravitational void energy and serve as a Titan to summon flaming hammers

Explore new locations in the Destiny universe, including a Cabal base on Phobos and Oryx’s flagship, the Dreadnaught

Follow different questlines, defeat an assortment of powerful bosses and eventually capture The Taken King himself

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Watch: Star Trek: Renegades Fan-Film

Above you can watch the pilot episode to the Star Trek: Renegades fan-film, that is an independent fan funded and supported Internet television Series, produced by Sky Conway.

Renegades features a combination of familiar Star Trek character and actors, plus a collection of hot, new rising actors.

Star Trek: Renegades stars Walter Koenig (reprising his role as Admiral Chekov), Adrienne Wilkinson, Sean Young, Manu Intiraymi, Gary Graham, Robert Picardo, Corin Nemec, Bruce Young, Tim Russ, Chasty Ballesteros, Edward Furlong, Courtney Peldon, Larissa Gomes, Richard Herd and Herbert Jefferson Jr., and introducing Crystal Conway.

Synopsis:

When a seemingly unstoppable new enemy threatens the very existence of the Earth, Admiral Pavel Chekov (Walter Koenig) is forced to work outside the boundaries of Starfleet’s rules to combat this deadly new foe.

When planet after planet winks out of existence, yet Starfleet refuses to act, Chekov turns to Commander Tuvok (Tim Russ, who also directs), the new head of Starfleet’s covert operations division, Section 31. Together, they assemble a new elite strike-force, consisting of rogues, outcasts and criminals, led by the fearless yet haunted Lexxa Singh (Adrienne Wilkinson).

The Renegades’ mission is simple: take on an army and stop their leader, Borrada (Bruce Young), from destroying the Earth. Outnumbered and outgunned, the ragtag crew is in an adrenaline-pumping race against time and space. But they soon find their foes are the least of their concerns: the real trouble may be coming from within!

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Watch: Star Trek Beyond Cast Honor Leonard Nimoy

The cast of Star Trek Beyond is participating in a drive for charity with various videos released including Simon Pegg and Anton Yelchin, and a first look at the cast on set.

The latest video sees the cast honoring the late Leonard Nimoy who passed away earlier this February.

Enter and donate to win at omaze.com.

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Zachary Quinto, the cast and crew of Star Trek Beyond honor the legacy of the late great Leonard Nimoy by spotlighting a charity near and dear to the actor’s heart.

In addition to the grand prize of a walk-on role in Star Trek Beyond, each week we’re randomly selecting an additional winner to join the To Boldly Go Crew. The members of this honorary crew will visit the set, hang with the cast, and watch as they film scenes from the new film.

Every $10 entry supports nine global organizations each nominated by members of the cast. Check out other once-in-a-lifetime experiences at omaze.com.

“Star Trek Beyond” has a July 8, 2016 release directed by Justin Lin starring Chris Pine, Simon Pegg, Zoe Saldana, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin, Sofia Boutella and Idris Elba.

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JJ Abrams Reveals Kylo Ren Spoiler For Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Played by Adam Driver.

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Watch: Avengers: Age Of Ultron: James Spader Behind-The-Scenes

Go behind-the-scenes of The Avengers: Age Of Ultron with James Spader.

Above you can check out Spader in action in a mocap-suit, with more BHS video a part of The Avengers 2 Blu-Ray, which goes on sale October 2nd.

You can order through Amazon at a discount.

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron” is Joss Whedon starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, Samuel L. Jackson, Elizabeth Olsen as Scarlet Witch, Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver, Paul Bettany as Vision, with James Spader as Ultron.

Synopsis:

When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure.

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Viola Davis On Suicide Squad: I’m Blown Away

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One of the most anticipated comic book movies – if not the most anticipated – to come out next year is Suicide Squad. The trailer initially leaked online following Comic-Cn, and then when officially released took the world by storm. It’s amassed over 50 million views on YouTube alone as well.

Deadline caught up with Viola Davis, who is playing Amanda Waller, to get her take on the movie to date:

I have one more day [of filming], which I’m flying out for this weekend. I’ve been working on the film since April 1st. It sounds like a lot, but I haven’t been working every day. I haven’t done a lot of comic book movies, actually I’ve done none! DC Comics have a tendency to have darker characters. You know, Batman is a darker character, Harley Quinn, the Joker, and what David Ayer has managed to do is humanize them. I think that you see it in the trailer too–just something different about it that makes you lean in. What he’s explored is the pathology behind all of these characters, so you just get that extra spin that gives you the flavor and a look which is very different. And at the same time you get all the stuff that you’ve gotten before, which is the action, the special effects, the great makeup. I’m blown away by the movie. Once I saw the trailer, I was like, “Oh, my God. He really is a magician.” I mean, I had no idea. So, it’s been a real pleasure working on it with David Ayer.

Suicide Squad Trailer:

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Female Blade Marvel Movie Rumored

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While Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow doesn’t look to be getting a movie any time soon, it’s being rumored that Marvel Studios may be going forth with a female Blade movie.

There has been talk as of late regarding Wesley Snipes returning for a role at Marvel, which now may be for the female Blade movie.

Bleeding Cool cites sources in the know that state the reason for the delay in launching the new female Blade Marvel Comics comic book is because the character will be featured in a new Blade movie.

It’s suggested that Snipes may return for a possible fatherly role.

Blade launched back in 1998 becoming a billion dollar franchise and spawning sequels. The rights recently reverted back to Marvel, so if the rumors are true, Marvel may be further diversifying their line with a female Blade flick. Presently, Marvel only has Captain Marvel in the works as their sole female movie project.

Another possibility is the female Blade project may actually be a Netflix series, as Snipes previously hinted at being involved with Netflix as well.

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Female Ghostbusters Show Off Girl Power

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The female Ghostbusters have two words for you — Girl Power.

Melissa McCarthy posted the following image from the set of Ghostbusters on Instagram.

“3 cheers to @theellenshow from all the remarkable women of #ghostbusters,” McCarthy added. “When we stand together we are unstoppable! #girlpower”

“Ghostbusters” has a July 15, 2016 release directed by Paul Feig starring Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, Chris Hemsworth, Neil Casey will play the villain of the movie, and Dan Aykroyd and Bill Murray are confirmed to return.

A photo posted by Melissa McCarthy (@melissamccarthy) on Aug 25, 2015 at 7:57am PDT

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Man Of Steel 2 Said To Be On Permanent Hold

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A recent rumor stated that George Miller will be directing Man of Steel 2.

Jon Schnepp, who recently released the The Death of ‘Superman Lives’: What Happened? documentary, dropped the news.

Now, however, the info is being contradicted as Den Of Geek is stating a source has filed them in that while it’s true George Miller is in talks with WB for a DC movie, it might not be for the Man of Steel sequel as Man of Steel 2 is on “permanent hold.” It’s said what Miller directs depends on what interests him.

Den Of Geek recently reported on the three picture Batman deal with Ben Affleck as well as the early Batman Vs. Superman screening for Warner Bros. executives.

Regarding Man of Steel 2 being on hold, there may be some validity to it as I was told a while back, WB wanted Man of Steel to hit a billion dollars at the box office and were disappointed with its $668 million gross. When it didn’t do as well as they wanted, they chose to go with Batman Vs. Superman instead of another Superman movie.

There is evidence of this as following the debut of Man of Steel, there was talk of a sequel being green lit, and in lots of interviews, Zack Snyder, David Goyer and Henry Cavill were all pushing for more Superman prior to Justice League, as well as stating Superman was their first costumed super hero and go-to guy.

Obviously things changed with the addition of Ben Affleck and Batman to the scene. From what I’ve been told, Goyer wrote a Man of Steel sequel script/treatment that was more or less combined with a standalone Batman script, which ended up becoming Batman Vs. Superman. When Affleck was brought on board, his Argo writer came with him, Chris Terrio, and did further rewrites.

Around the same time also saw Jeff Robinov forced out of WB, with Kevin Tsujihara taking over as WB CEO.

I actually recapped a lot of this in an article about the Batman Vs. Superman rumors from almost two years ago.

Regarding another Superman movie, when the Justice League slate of DC movies was announced, there was also mention of doing further Superman movies. More than likely if Batman vs. Superman is a smashing success (i.e. billion dollars), there will probably be another standalone Superman flick down the road.

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More Olivia Munn X-Men: Apocalypse Psylocke Practice Video

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Oliva Munn continues to show off her Psylocke skills in X-Men: Apocalypse training video.

Munn has been posting various training videos on Instagram, which also revealed Psylocke’s psychic knife in use.

Check out video and pics below.

“X-Men: Apocalypse” has a May 27, 2016 release directed by Bryan Singer starring Jennifer Lawrence, Michael Fassbender, James McAvoy, Nicholas Hoult, Evan Peters, Ian McKellen, Rose Byrne, Sophie Turner, Tye Sheridan, Alexandra Shipp and Oscar Isaac.

A video posted by Olivia Munn (@oliviamunn) on Aug 24, 2015 at 5:16pm PDT

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Watch: Age of Ultron New Avengers Scene Leaks Online

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Following The Avengers: Age Of Ultron leaked gag reel and Thanos mid-credit scene, now the New Avengers scene has been posted online.

It’s assumed the Blu-Ray copy of Avengers 2 has been either leaked somewhere or possibly released in a foreign country.

A pic of the Ulysses Klau file also hints at Marvel’s Illuminati.

The Avengers: Age Of Ultron Blu-Ray officially goes on sale October 2nd and can be ordered through Amazon at a discount.

Check out the New Avengers scene:

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Watch: Kung Fu Panda Darth Vader Trailer

Check out a Darth Vader Star Wars-themed trailer for Kung Fu Panda 3 above with “A Father Rises.”

Kung Fu Panda 3 has a January 29, 2016 release featuring the voice talents of Angelina Jolie, Dustin Hoffman, Jackie Chan, Seth Rogen, Lucy Liu, David Cross, James Hong, Randall Duk Kim, Bryan Cranston and Rebel Wilson.

Synopsis:

In 2016, one of the most successful animated franchises in the world returns with its biggest comedy adventure yet, KUNG FU PANDA 3. When Po’s long-lost panda father suddenly reappears, the reunited duo travels to a secret panda paradise to meet scores of hilarious new panda characters. But when the supernatural villain Kai begins to sweep across China defeating all the kung fu masters, Po must do the impossible—learn to train a village full of his fun-loving, clumsy brethren to become the ultimate band of Kung Fu Pandas!

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Fantastic Four Concept Art Reveals Doom’s Planet Zero Castle

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It seems the more that has come out that has been cut from Fantastic Four, the better the movie actually sounds.

Surprised?

The latest reveal is of concept art featuring Doom’s Planet Zero Castle that never made its way into the movie.

Artist Steve Jung posted the following Fantastic Four concept art images on Facebook adding:

Might as well show some work from this movie called Fantastic Four lol. I was on this one early on before all the drama happened… none of my work made it to the movie (kinda glad) since it got changed many times after I left the project. Exploration of the Planet Zero and Victor’s castle ideations. Btw the texture of the terrain is cigarette buds from a picture of the director’s ashtray.

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Might as well show some work from this movie called Fantastic Four lol. I was on this one early on before all the drama…

Posted by Steve Jung on Friday, August 21, 2015

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Lea Seydoux Cast As Female Lead In Gambit

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It’s being reported that Lea Seydoux has landed the female lead in Gambit, cast as Bella Donna.

Seydoux, who will be featured in the upcoming James Bond Spectre movie, was among a short list of actresses up for the part that also included Rebecca Ferguson and Abbey Lee.

In the comics, Bella Donna is the long time love interest of Gambit and daughter to the leader of the Assassin’s Guild, the rivals to Gambit’s Thieve’s Guild.

“Gambit” has an October 7, 2016 release directed by “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” Ruper Wyatt and starring Channing Tatum.

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Another Possible Spider-Man Costume Tease From Russo Brothers Twitter

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We get another possible teaser for the new Tom Holland Spider-Man costume from the alleged Russo Bros. Twitter account.

A month ago saw a batch of images tweeted out from the same account, only for Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn to come out and say it’s a fake; however, Gunn ended up deleting that tweet leading to speculation the Russo Brothers Twitter account is actually legit or at least is a part of some sort of Marvel promotion.

Anthony and Joe Russo are directing Captain America: Civil War, which will first feature Tom Holland as Peter Parker and potentially Spider-Man.

Here is the latest tweet from the account, which may be a part of the Spider-Man costume:

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— Russo Brothers (@Russo_Brothers) August 23, 2015

“Captain America: Civil War” has a May 6, 2016 release date directed by Anthony and Joe Russo starring Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Elizabeth Olsen, Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie, Frank Grillo, Paul Bettany, Don Cheadle, Emily VanCamp, William Hurt, Martin Freeman, Tom Holland and Chadwick Boseman as Black Panther.

Synopsis:

Captain America: Civil War picks up where Avengers: Age of Ultron left off, as Steve Rogers leads the new team of Avengers in their continued efforts to safeguard humanity. After another international incident involving the Avengers results in collateral damage, political pressure mounts to install a system of accountability and a governing body to determine when to enlist the services of the team. The new status quo fractures the Avengers while they try to protect the world from a new and nefarious villain.

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Target Star Wars Force Friday Midnight Event Details Revealed

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Update: Disney has announced plans for a Force Friday global event.

Update #2: BB-8 Target exclusive revealed (video).

Update #3: Target price list and coupons revealed (see below).

Update #4: Amazon, Disney Store, Disney Parks, Toys R Us and Walmart Force Friday plans announced.

Friday, September 4th marks “Force Friday,” the day Disney will unleash the Star Wars: The Force Awakens merchandise upon the world.

Now it’s learned select Target stores will be opening at midnight to kick off the event.

Thanks to Target worker on Reddit, TargetRebelSpy, details and images have become known.

• 207 Target stores are opening at midnight on Force Friday, Sept. 4, so you can be the first to get all the Star Wars: The Force Awakens items.

• Check target.com and enter your zip code to find participating stores.

• While not every Target story is participating in the midnight launch, Target stores are participating in “Share The Force Saturday,” which is labeled as an “exciting in-store event that will include an exclusive giveaway and unique interactive photo opportunities got guests to #sharetheforce on social media.”

• The front of the stores will have stormtrooper door clings, an “interactive Chewbacca stanchion” and an overhead TIE fighter. In the seasonal department, Target stores will have an X-Wing fight cockpit photo op and an overheard TIE fighter/X-Wing fight scene.

• Each store will also have one or two 48″ Darth Vaders that will retail at $99.99.

TargetRebelSpy also provided the following images:

A Star Wars: The Force Awakens t-shirt is also revealed (via Reddit):

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Official Force Friday details from Disney include:

New collectibles, books and apparel will land on September 4, 2015, at 12:01 a.m. — “Force Friday” — with stores around the world opening their doors at midnight for a special celebration of all things Star Wars.

“Every lightsaber, every action figure, every LEGO set tells a story for generations of Star Wars fans, and this global event is a celebration of those stories. We’re excited to be part of the countdown to this enormous movie moment,” said Josh Silverman, executive vice president, global licensing, Disney Consumer Products.

Fans wanting to be the first to get their hands on Star Wars: The Force Awakens merchandise can set their hyperspace and social media coordinates now: They will be able to visit their local retailer starting at midnight on September 4, and are encouraged to document their experience using the hashtags #ForceFriday and #MidnightMadness. A wide-range of products — from toys and collectibles, to books and comics, ebooks and apps, to apparel and lifestyle accessories — will be available at mass retailers and Disney Store locations worldwide, as well as on DisneyStore.com.

Target Price List:

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“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” has a December 18, 2015 release directed by J.J. Abrams from a screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan and Abrams. Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams, and Bryan Burk are producing, and John Williams returns as the composer.

Actors John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Max von Sydow, Lupita Nyong’o and Gwendoline Christie will join the original stars of the saga, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, and Kenny Baker in the new film.

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Star Wars: Rogue One Stormtrooper Helmet Designs Leak Online

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Chinese action star Donnie Yen has taken to Instagram to reveal a look at the Stormtrooper helmet designs for Star Wars: Rogue One.

Yen appears to have yanked the image, but screenshots have been captured, with Yen adding: “I am the force and I fear nothing… Going to put this in my company’s display room.”

Check out the pic below.

“Star Wars: Rogue One,” the first of the Star Wars spinoffs, has a December 16, 2016 release directed by Gareth Edwards starring Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Ben Mendelsohn, Donnie Yen, Jiang Wen, Forest Whitaker, Mads Mikkelsen, Alan Tudyk, who plays a performance-capture character in Rogue One, and Riz Ahmed.

Synopsis:

Rogue One tells the story of resistance fighters who have united to steal plans to the dreaded Death Star.

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New The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 Banner & Viral Site Launched

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Today marks the five year anniversary since the release of Suzanne Collins’ final Hunger Games book, Mockingjay!

To celebrate, fans were encouraged to click the map of The Capitol on the all-new microsite: Squad451.TheHungerGames.movie. This website empowered them to ‘tap to reveal’ the exclusive NEW “Fallen Snow” banner for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2, which can be found below.

Following a cumulative 11,202,015 clicks from fans around the world in just one hour, you can now view the banner and explore this vision of a toppled regime via your cursor or phone’s accelerometer.

“The Hunger Games: Mockingjay– Part 2” will be released on November 20, 2015, directed by Francis Lawrence starring Academy Award winner Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, LiamHemsworth and Woody Harrelson.

Synopsis:

With the nation of Panem in a full scale war, Katniss confronts President Snow (Donald Sutherland) in the final showdown. Teamed with a group of her closest friends – including Gale (Liam Hemsworth), Finnick (Sam Claflin), and Peeta (Josh Hutcherson) – Katniss goes off on a mission with the unit from District 13 as they risk their lives to stage an assassination attempt on President Snow who has become increasingly obsessed with destroying her. The mortal traps, enemies, and moral choices that await Katniss will challenge her more than any arena she faced in The Hunger Games.

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New Star Wars: The Force Awakens Kylo Ren Image

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Spot

This week’s issue of Empire Magazine not only features two fold-out Star Wars: The Force Awakens covers, but now a new image of the villain, Kylo Ren, played by Adam Driver, has been released.

The issue hits newstands on Thursday.

Check out the pics below.

New pics of Kylo Ren can also be found in the Hasbro toy catalog.

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Chiwetel Ejiofor Excited For Doctor Strange

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Following confirmation at the recent D23 Expo that Chiwetel Ejiofor will be playing Baron Mordo in Doctor Strange, the actor offers he is looking forward to it.

Ejiofor confirms to EW.com that he is doing the movie with: “I am doing Doctor Strange, and I’m incredibly excited about it.”

However, per the norm, Ejiofor can’t say much.

“That’s all I say,” he said.

Ejiofor did go on to mention co-stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Tilda Swintona as well.

“He’s a good friend of mine,” Ejiofor said of Cumberbatch, who costarred with Ejiofor in 12 Years a Slave. “So, it’s gonna be fun. And Tilda Swinton — I haven’t worked with her, but I’m excited to work with her. She’s brilliant.”

“Doctor Strange” has a November 4, 2016 release directed by Scott Derrickson starring Benedict Cumberbatch as Stephen Strange and Tilda Swinton as the Ancient One. Rachel Adams is also rumored for the female lead.

Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange message from D23 Expo:

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Watch: Sicario “Raid” Clip

Lionsgate released a new clip for Sicario with “Raid,” which can be watched above.

Sicario has a September 18th release date directed by Denis Villeneuve (Prisoners) starring Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, Benicio Del Toro, Victor Garber and Jon Bernthal.

Synopsis:

In Mexico, SICARIO means hitman.

In the lawless border area stretching between the U.S. and Mexico, an idealistic FBI agent [Emily Blunt] is enlisted by an elite government task force official [Josh Brolin] to aid in the escalating war against drugs.

Led by an enigmatic consultant with a questionable past [Benicio Del Toro], the team sets out on a clandestine journey forcing Kate to question everything that she believes in order to survive.

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Watch: The Karate Kid: Daniel is the REAL Bully

Who was the real bad guy in The Karate Kid?!

Johnny? Or Daniel?

Check out YouTuber J. Matthew Turner‘s theory that it was Daniel all along.

The footage and arguments are actually put forth pretty convincingly that Daniel is the snot-nosed little punk, lol.

The Kararte Kid debuted in 1984 starring Ralph Macchio as Daniel, Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi, Elisabeth Shue as Ali, William Zabka as Johnny and Martin Kove as Kreese.

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Suicide Squad Wraps

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Joining Captain America: Civil War, X-Men: Apocalypse and Independence Day: Resurgence, now David Ayer has finished filming Suicide Squad.

Last night saw the stars of Suicide Squad attend a wrap party, and previous to that, Margot Robbie and Jai Courtney paid visit to a six-year-old’s lemonade stand in Toronto which is run by a girl whose brother has a rare genetic disorder.

You can check out the video and wrap party images below.

Update: Suicide Squad actually wrapped on August 28th. They must have had an early wrap party.

It’s a wrap folks! #SuicideSquad #WarnerBros #DCcomics pic.twitter.com/1Rkvd9t3JX

— David Ayer (@DavidAyerMovies) August 28, 2015

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HQ PHOTOS: #SuicideSquad Cast at Wrap Party http://t.co/1J3qHyLpIl (photos via @MargotSource ) pic.twitter.com/PAe3CjUGft

— SuicideSquad Updates (@SSquadUpdates) August 24, 2015

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