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Guardians 3000 Not The Title For Guardians of the Galaxy 2 Says James Gunn

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A few days ago it was reported the title for Guardians of the Galaxy 2 is Guardians 3000.

Guardians 3000 is a current Marvel comic book from the writer who inspired the original movie, Dan Abnett, so it seemed a possibility.

Now, however, director James Gunn has taken to Twitter to shoot down the rumor.

“BTW – I’m getting a lot of questions – there is NO truth to the rumor GotG2 is called Guardians 3000. I don’t know where @prodweek got that,” Gunn tweeted.

It was thought that if Guardians 3000 was the title to the sequel, that Gunn may have been featuring the original Guardians, as Abnett’s comic centers on the characters from the future. There is a mystery surrounding the father of Star-Lord, which will be different for the movie than the comic, with Cosmic fans speculating Quill’s father might be Starhawk.

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

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Watch: J.J. Abrams & Chewbacca Twizzler Challenge

Following on the heels of the Ice Bucket Challenge is the Twizzer Challenge, which is bringing awareness to Autism month.

Check out Star Wars: The Force Awakens director J.J. Abrams and Chewbacca participating on Jimmy Kimmel.

“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.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Trailer:

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Watch: Avengers 2 Mid-Credit Scene Leaks Online

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The Avengers 2 mid-credit scene has leaked online.

Check it out below.

Note: There is no post-credit scene at the very, very end, so you don’t have to wait through all the credits.

Update: Kevin Feige explains the teaser and drops a bomb.

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron” hits May 1, 2015 directed by 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.

The Age of Ultron End Credits Scene

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The Avengers 2 Hot Toys Ultron Mark 1 Revealed


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Check out images below for the high-end Hot Toys action figure for the Ultron Mark 1 from Avengers 2.

The movie-accurate Collectible Figure is specially crafted based on the image of Ultron Mark I in Avengers: Age of Ultron. It features a newly developed asymmetrical body with complicated mechanical details and cable wires throughout different parts, LED light-up eyes, mouth, and chest reactor, a damaged Iron Legion as an accessory, and a specially designed figure stand!

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron” hits May 1, 2015.

 

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Channing Tatum’s Gambit Might Not Be In X-Men: Apocalypse

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Channing Tatum recently attended CinemaCon in Las Vegas to promote Magic Mike XXL where he was also asked about appearing in X-Men: Apocalypse.

MTV caught up with Tatum where they assumed Gambit in X-Men: Apocalypse was a done deal. However, Tatum cut them short and stated what he was trying to say was that he wasn’t sure if Gambit would be appearing.

“I was about to say I don’t think I want to introduce Gambit until you can explain who Gambit really is,” Tatum offered.

From Tatum’s comments, it doesn’t seem as if Gambit not appearing in X-Men: Apocalypse is definitely set (he could always be playing coy), and at this stage in the game, if Gambit’s role is still up in the air, more than likely it’s not that large of a role as X-Men: Apocalypse is due to start filming any day now.

“X-Men: Apocalypse” has a May 27, 2016 release; the “Gambit” movie is due out October 7, 2016.

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Marvel Phase 2 Contains Same Star Wars Easter Eggs

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It seems just about everyone missed this one as Kevin Feige has let it be known he included the same Star Wars Easter Egg in each of the Marvel Phase 2 movies.

Speaking with CinemaBlend, Feige said he is a big Star Wars fan and offered:

So is this a spoiler for Ant-Man… not really. I’m obsessed with Star Wars. Who’s not? I’m 40 years old. I’m in the movie business. I went to USC. So I’m obsessed with Star Wars – and it didn’t start out as intentional, but it became intentional, including that beat that you referenced. It sort of happens in every Star Wars movie, but I was sort of looking at it, ‘Okay, is Phase Two our Empire Strikes Back?’ Not really, but tonally things are a little different. Somebody gets their arm cut off in every Phase Two movie. Every single one.

Regarding the Easter Eggs:

Iron Man 3 featured Guy Pearce’s character, Aldrich Killian, getting his arm cut off by Tony Stark when he heats up Iron Man’s suit and the end of the movie.

Thor 2 features Thor getting his arm “cut off” by Loki.

Captain America 2 features a flashback where Bucky had his own arm cut off when he fell from the train in Captain America: The First Avenger.

James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy also had a similar Star Wars Easter Egg with Gamora cutting Groot’s arm off (this might be the enigmatic Easter Egg Gunn keeps referring to that he says everyone missed).

Those are the Star Wars Easter Eggs known to date as The Avengers 2 is yet to be released – so be on the look out for someone getting their arm cut off just like Luke Skywalker from Empire Strikes Back.

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Watch: The Gallows Teaser Trailer

Watch the teaser trailer above for the new WB horror movie, The Gallows.

The film, from Blumhouse, the producer of Paranormal Activity and Insidious, has a July 10, 2015 release directed by Chris Lofing and Travis Cluff starring Cassidy Gifford, Ryan Shoos, Reese Mishler and Pfeifer Brown.

Synopsis:

Twenty years after an accident caused the death of the lead actor during a high school play, students at the same small town school resurrect the failed stage production in a misguided attempt to honor the anniversary of the tragedy—but ultimately find out that some things are better left alone.

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Henry Cavill Attends CinemaCon: Talks Batman Vs. Superman

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Prior to teaming with Ben Affleck in Batman Vs. Superman, Henry Cavill is teaming with the 2008 Justice League Batman, Armie Hammer, for The Man From U.N.C.L.E.

Both Cavill and Hammer were in attendance in Las Vegas for the WB presentation.

Regarding Batman Vs. Superman, Cavill stated, in the below video, he might be attending Comic-Con this July, but noted “things can change” with a a smile. Cavill also side-stepped questioning in regards to how Batman Vs. Superman was different than filming Man of Steel. Man From UNCLE co-star Armie Hammer then asked Cavill about working with Ben Affleck, with Cavill replying, he is “very excited, actually.” The two then went on to joke about not answering any more questions.

Update: A second video of Cavill from the event has surfaced (see below) where he offers he has seen just a little bit more of the Batman Vs. Superman footage, but says it wasn’t much as it was in black-and-white. Cavill also says he wouldn’t call it a Superman sequel: “This is Batman versus Superman. It’s a separate entity altogether. It’s introducing the Batman character and expanding upon the universe, which was kicked off by Man of Steel. It’s definitely an introduction to the character and ultimately an introduction to Justice League.”

At the WB presentation, Warner Bros. Chairman and CEO Kevin Tsujijara spoke to the exhibitors reiterating WB’s plans to release ten DC Comic book movies starting with 2016’s Batman Vs. Superman with more movies all the way to 2020. Tsujijara also made mention of the recently announced three LEGO movies and also said at least three Harry Potter spinoffs of the Fantastic Beasts series will be released, with the first due out November 2016. Following the presentation, the Batman Vs. Superman trailer was shown to the audience.

“While tentpoles and franchises are important to us and to you they are just one part of what we do. We’re also very excited about the wide variety of comedies, dramas, action adventures and horror films that we’re making,” Tsujijara said. “These films allow us to reach broad and underserved audiences and they create the opportunity for breakout hits like The Lego Movie, The Conjuring and that little film that exceeded everyone’s expectations, American Sniper… We’re committed to bringing you great films throughout the year, not just the summer and holidays…this time next year I will be here, or somebody who replaces me, will be talking about the great success we had with Pan in October.”

“The Man From U.N.C.L.E.” has an August 14, 2015 release; “Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice” hits March 25, 2016.

Henry Cavill and Armie Hammer images from CinemaCon:

Batman vs Superman Trailer:

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Star Trek Beyond Rumored Title For Star Trek 3

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The title for the third film of the new J.J. Abrams Star Trek movies may have become known with “Star Trek Beyond.”

TrekMovie.com spotted the title as it is registered with the Motion Picture Association of America; studios are required to register the title with the MPAA before the release.

They also claim they have it on “good authority” that “Star Trek Beyond” is the official title.

“Star Trek Beyond” fits with known story elements about the movie as the third film will head out into space.

Simon Pegg, who was brought on board to replace Roberto Orci, has stated it’s the start of their five year mission and they are out in space.

Idris Elba is rumored to be playing a Klingon, and Pegg recently offered in an interview that Elba will be playing a never-before-seen original character in a “kick-ass” role. Pegg also stated in the interview below they should start shooting in June.

“What we are hoping to do, is make a Star Trek for today that doesn’t forget where it came from,” Pegg said.

Star Trek 3” has a July 8, 2016 release date directed by Justin Lin.

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Germany Movie Theaters Boycotting Avengers 2

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The Avengers will not be reassembling to battle Ultron in hundreds of German movie theaters.

It’s reported that up to 600 smaller movie theaters in Germany will not be showing The Avengers: Age Of Ultron to protest against Disney’s pricing policy.

According the the German website Faz.net (translate via Bing), movie theater owners are upset that Disney takes 53% of each ticket price.

The theater owners argue there has always been an unwritten rule that the pricing is flexible for the smaller theaters, but now that isn’t the case, so the owners just won’t show the movie.

Disney already nabs the 53% in the big city theaters.

It’s noted movie theaters across Germany recently upgraded their theaters and screens, with it mentioned it will take longer for the small movie theaters to recoup the costs.

The Avengers scored close to $31 million in Germany back in 2012.

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron” hits May 1, 2015 directed by 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.

The Avengers 2 Trailer:

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Watch: Batman Vs. Superman Batmobile B-Roll Footage

WB recently debuted a look at the new Batmobile for Batman Vs. Superman with NBA player DeAndre Jordan as part of the Batman 75th Anniversary exhibit.

Now check out b-roll footage above of the Batmobile.

The event also saw a look at the costumes from Batman Vs. Superman including a look at Wonder Woman’s in color.

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

Trailer:

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Watch: The Avengers 2 Cast & IMAX Featurette

Watch a new “Cast and IMAX” featurette above for Avengers 2.

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron” hits May 1, 2015 directed by 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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First Look At Johnny Depp In Pirates of the Caribbean 5

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has released a first look at Johnny Depp as Captain Jack from the fifth Pirates of Caribbean movie, “Dead Man Tell No Tales.”

“Captain Jack is back and we’re not letting him go,” Bruckheimer tweeted, as filming takes place in Australia.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales has a July 7, 2017 release directed by Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg also starring Geoffrey Rush, Kevin R. McNally, Stephen Graham, Javier Bardem, Kaya Scodelario, Brenton Thwaites and Golshifteh Farahani.

Synopsis:

Thrust into an all-new adventure, a down-on-his-luck Captain Jack Sparrow finds the winds of ill-fortune blowing even more strongly when deadly ghost pirates led by his old nemesis, the terrifying Captain Salazar (Bardem), escape from the Devil’s Triangle, determined to kill every pirate at sea…including him.  Captain Jack’s only hope of survival lies in seeking out the legendary Trident of Poseidon, a powerful artifact that bestows upon its possessor total control over the seas. 

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Watch: Avengers 2 UK Press Conference: Planet Hulk Anyone?

The Avengers 2 premiered in the US, and then a press conference was held featuring Joss Whedon, Elizabeth Olsen, Jeremy Renner, Mark Ruffalo, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Paul Bettany.

The cast took questions ranging from the female empowerment of Scarlet Witch and Black Widow to Joss Whedon returning to Marvel (he says he wouldn’t go far away) to a rather enigmatic response regarding the future of the Hulk from Whedon and Mark Ruffalo.

Spoiler alert for those wanting absolutely nothing to know about the movie, though specifics are not mentioned.

If you follow all the news, you realize plans for the Hulk haven’t been made known. The Hulk is the only member of the Avengers who is not confirmed for a future movie. While Whedon and Ruffalo’s response doesn’t specifically state what happens to the Hulk in the movie, it’s suggested the Hulk may be going away for a long time (due to whatever) and possibly coming back in a big way.

You can watch the Hulk question above around the 20:18 mark.

“Do you want to tell them?” Ruffalo asks Whedon.

“No. You go,” laughs Whedon.

“I can’t,” responds Ruffalo. “Sorry. Can’t.”

“It’s too amazing,” Whedon adds.

It has been long speculated by fans that Marvel may be doing a Planet Hulk film, which may eventually lead to a World War Hulk movie as well. Ruffalo also recently revealed Marvel doesn’t hold the rights to a solo Hulk film, so what exactly is going on remains to be seen (perhaps a “team” Planet Hulk movie?).

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The Avengers 2 Trailer:

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Watch: Transformers Generation Stop-Motion Fan Film

Check out a fan’s homage to the G1 Transformers with Transformers Generation.

YouTube harrisloureiro put the stop-motion fan film together using Transformers action figures that took six months to complete.

Harris added:

The love on the G1 cartoon is too high that make me made this short movie. It’s took too much of my time for making it. But its really what a toys collector wanted. Seeing their favourite toys in action lol 

The story is kinda mix with the cartoon series version , the 86′ movie and Comics version “All hail Megatron” story line. 

Its does look like there will be a sequel for this one.

maybe….. ^_^ 

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Whedon Confirms Avengers 2 Spider-Man Post-Credit Scene Is Fake (Video)

A couple of days ago saw a video hit the net claiming to be the actual Avengers 2 post-credit scene featuring Spider-Man, which has accumulated well over 1 million views on YouTube.

Now director Josh Whedon has been asked about it’s authenticity where he states it’s not real.

“Yeah, that’s not real,” Whedon says and shakes his head no in the video above. “I don’t know where that started. It is not in fact part of the movie, and I don’t know who came up with it. We want it to be clear there is no tag scene at the very, very end of the film because after sitting through forty minutes of credits, not seeing anything, we thought people would become irate. No. I don’t know where that started.”

Watch the fake Avengers 2 Spider-Man scene below.

Note: The Avengers 2 will feature a tag scene following the start of the end credts.

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron” hits May 1st.

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Watch: Avengers 2 Opens In 10 Days Spot

Watch a new spot above for The Avengers 2 as the movie is ten days away from opening, and even earlier with the advanced screenings taking place on Thursday night.

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron” hits May 1, 2015 directed by 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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Watch: Tomorrowland Trailer #3

Watch a brand new trailer for Disney’s Tomorrowland above.

Tomorrowland has a May 22, 2015 release starring George Clooney, Britt Robertson, Judy Greer, Kathryn Hahn, Hugh Laurie, Tim McGraw, Lochlyn Munro, Pierce Gagnon, Keegan-Michael Key and Chris Bauer.

Synopsis:

Tomorrowland movie stars George Clooney (Gravity, Ocean’s 11), Hugh Laurie (House, Blackadder) and Britt Robertson (Scream 4, Life Unexpected) in an epic science fiction movie from Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

Bound by a shared destiny, a bright, optimistic teen bursting with scientific curiosity and a former boy-genius inventor jaded by disillusionment embark on a danger-filled mission to unearth the secrets of an enigmatic place somewhere in time and space that exists in their collective memory as Tomorrowland.

What they must do there changes the world—and them—forever. Featuring a screenplay by Brad Bird and Lost writer and co-creator Damon Lindelof, from a story by Lindelof & Jeff Jensen and Bird, Tomorrowland promises to take audiences on a thrill ride of nonstop adventures through new dimensions that have only been dreamed of.

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Batman Vs. Superman IMAX Footage Leaks Online


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Yesterday saw Zack Snyder release the Batman Vs. Superman trailer at IMAX theaters with additional footge.

Now that footage has landed online featuring Superman taking Batman head on.

Snyder told the fans that attended that the footage would not be officially released online, and it wouldn’t be attached to any other movie or a part of another trailer.

Check it out:

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“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

Trailer:

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Gal Gadot Wonder Woman Costume In Color

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Earlier today saw the Batman Vs. Superman Batmobile revealed as part of the Batman 75th anniversary exhibit which also featured the new costumes from the movie of the new Caped Crusader, the Man of Steel and Wonder Woman.

We have already seen both the Batman and Superman costumes, but this is the first time that the Gal Gadot Wonder Woman costume is available to view in color.

We also see the shield and lasso.

Check out the pics from the exhibit:


 

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

Trailer:

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New Ben Affleck Batsuit Batman Vs. Superman Image

As  way of thanking fans for attending the Batman Vs. Superman IMAX trailer event, director Zack Snyder took to Twitter to release a new image of the Ben Affleck Batman costume.

“Thanks to everyone that turned out for the #MondayBvSSpecialIMAXEvent screenings tonight! #BatmanvSuperman” Zack Snyder posted.

And no, the addtitional footage scene in the Batman Vs. Superman IMAX trailer will not be released as part of any other trailer or online (though it has leaked online).

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“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

Trailer:

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Hugh Jackman Pan Movie Gets New Release Date

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WB has pushed the release date back for the Pan movie from July to October.

The Pan movie will now be released October 9, 2015 (from July 17th).

Here is the full info:

Giving both the film and the filmmakers some extra breathing room, the opening date of Warner Bros. Pictures’ action adventure “Pan” has been moved to fall and will begin its global launch with the new domestic release date of October 9, 2015.  The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President, Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President, International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

In making the announcement, Fellman said, “We wanted to give ‘Pan’ the space to extend its theatrical run, so taking it out of the cluttered summer season made the most sense.  Moving the film to the heart of the fall will allow us more time to screen the picture, enabling us to capitalize on what we anticipate will be strong word of mouth.”

Kwan Vandenberg added, “Peter Pan is a beloved figure the world over, and the fall corridor is perfect for this epic adventure story that explores the origins of this young hero.  In many markets we can take advantage of school holidays that ensure a greater opportunity for families to enjoy ‘Pan’ together.”

Director Joe Wright expressed his support for the move, noting, “As you might expect, the fantastical story of Peter Pan involves very complex effects and I did not want to compromise on quality in finishing the film.  This allows me and my team the time to complete the movie and tell the story the way it should be told.”

From director Joe Wright (“Atonement,” “Pride & Prejudice”) comes “Pan,” a live-action feature presenting a wholly original adventure about the beginnings of the beloved characters created by J.M. Barrie.

Peter (Levi Miller) is a mischievous 12-year-old boy with an irrepressible rebellious streak, but in the bleak London orphanage where he has lived his whole life those qualities do not exactly fly.  Then one incredible night, Peter is whisked away from the orphanage and spirited off to a world of pirates, warriors and fairies called Neverland.  There, he finds amazing adventures and fights life-or-death battles while trying to uncover the secret of his mother, who left him at the orphanage so long ago, and his rightful place in this magical land.  Teamed with the warrior Tiger Lily (Rooney Mara) and a new friend named James Hook (Garrett Hedlund), Peter must defeat the ruthless pirate Blackbeard (Hugh Jackman) to save Neverland and discover his true destiny—to become the hero who will forever be known as Peter Pan.

Wright directed “Pan” from a screenplay written by Jason Fuchs.  Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter and Oscar nominee Paul Webster (“Atonement”) are producing, with Tim Lewis serving as executive producer.  

The film stars Oscar nominee Hugh Jackman (“Les Misérables”), Garrett Hedlund (“Inside Llewyn Davis”), Oscar nominee Rooney Mara (“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo”), newcomer Levi Miller, and Amanda Seyfried (“Les Misérables”).  Rounding out the cast are Adeel Akhtar (“The Dictator”) as Smee; Taejoo Na (“The Kick”) as Kwahu; Nonso Anozie (“Son of God,” “Atonement”) as Bishop; Kathy Burke (“Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy”) as Mother Barnabas; Kurt Egyiawan (“Skyfall”) as Murray; Lewis MacDougall (UK TV’s “In the Name of the Children”) as Nibs; and Jack Charles (“Mystery Road”) as The Chief.

Warner Bros. Pictures Presents, in Association with RatPac-Dune Entertainment, a Berlanti Production, a Joe Wright film, “Pan.”  Filmed at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, “Pan” is set for release in 3D and 2D on October 9, 2015.

Pan Trailer:

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LEGO Batman, Ninjago, LEGO Movie 2 Get Release Date

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Warner Bros. has announced release dates for the three upcoming LEGO movies.

The untitled LEGO Batman movie will be released on February 10, 2017 starring Will Arnett as the voice of Batman and Bruce Wayne.

The LEGO spinoff Ninjago movie will now be released on September 22, 2017.

The sequel to The LEGO Movie is set for a May 18, 2018 release.

Full details below:

Building a strong slate of animated tentpoles that extends well into 2018, Warner Bros. Pictures today confirmed the release dates of three much-anticipated LEGO features.  The announcement was made by Dan Fellman, President, Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President, International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

The next LEGO film to open will be the as-yet-untitled LEGO Batman feature, which is coming to theatres earlier than planned, with the global launch starting domestically on February 10, 2017.  Seven months later comes “Ninjago,” which had been slated for release in fall 2016; however the film is still under construction so it is being moved to September 22, 2017 domestically, with international dates to follow.  “The LEGO Movie Sequel,” the follow-up to the smash hit “The LEGO Movie,” is opening one week earlier than originally slated, now being released domestically on May 18, 2018, beginning its worldwide release.

In making the announcement, Fellman stated, “We are very excited about dating our upcoming LEGO animated features, which already have a worldwide fan following, built on the foundation of the first film.  These three films already in the pipeline are just the beginning of a creative and diverse animation slate that will be delighting audiences for years to come.”

Kwan Vandenberg added, “We are looking forward to expanding the LEGO film franchise globally with these three incredibly imaginative movies, each offering something different to appeal to a broad range of audiences around the world.”

Jill Wilfert, Vice President of Licensing and Entertainment from The LEGO Group, noted, “We are so pleased to continue our creative partnership with Warner Bros. on these upcoming projects.  It’s truly amazing to see how the big screen lends another dimension to the rich LEGO world, and offers new ways for fans to be engaged and entertained by these characters.”

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Watch: Batman Vs. Superman Honest Trailer

The Screen Junkies YouTube channel is back with another “honest” trailer, this time for the newly released Batman vs. Superman teaser.

The honest trailer pokes fun at WB and DC, as well as Marvel.

For our own analysis of the Batman Vs. Superman trailer, check out our intense rundown.

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

Trailer:

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Batman Vs Superman IMAX Footage & Swag Description

Tonight saw the Batman Vs. Superman trailer screened in select IMAX theaters in addition to fans getting some super swag.

Below you can check images of the swag, which includes the Batman and Superman posters as well as a free pass to an advance screening of Batman Vs. Superman.

Regarding the extra footage Batman Vs. Superman IMAX trailer footage, what was shown was Batman (in the armored suit) and Superman running toward other with fists clenched and as they were about to meet, it cut away to the Batman Vs Superman logo title.

Update: Zack Snyder also appeared in the footage thanking fans for coming to see the trailer how it was originally intended to be seen and said the additional footage will not be a part of any other trailer or released online or viewed before other movies (thanks to Andre Lashley on our Facebook for the info).

Update: #2: The footage has landed online.

We’re guessing it’s probably something similar to the scene from The Dark Knight Returns comic minus the punch:

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“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

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Movie Trailers

New Ian McKellen Mr. Holmes Trailer

Jon Schnepp has released the final trailer for his The Death of Superman Lives: What Happened? documentary.

The film will be released on May 1st in select theaters as well as on Blu-Ray, streaming and video-on-demand.

The documentary investigates what happened with the cancelled Tim Burton Superman Lives movie and includes interviews with Burton, Kevin Smith, concept art, recreated scenes and more.

Superman Lives was cancelled in the ‘90s and said to feature the likes of Lex Luthor, Brainiac and Doomsday, with Nicholas Cage selected to play Superman, based in part on the Death of Superman DC Comics storyline.

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Movie News

Transformers 5 Expected in 2017; Hasbro Confirms Cinematic Universe

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Three weeks ago saw first word that Hasbro and Paramount are planning a large shared Transformers movie universe, similar to Marvel’s Avengers and Disney’s Star Wars.

Now Hasbro confirms the Transformers Cinematic Universe as well as states they hope the fifth Transformers movie will be released in 2017.

Here is what Hasbro had to say as part of an conference earnings call (via tfw2005.com)”

“Our plan with the studio and filmakers you may have heard some writers being hired and we have in fact brought in Akiva Goldsman to lead a group of writers to really create a strategic plan around Transformers. We think there are any number of stories to be told from the brand that has been around for 30 years with amazing canon and mythology. We would expect the sequel to the Transformers movie [TF4] to happen in 2017.”

No specific details have been mentioned as of yet, but it was previously said Paramount will release a multi-part Transformers sequel along with potential spinoff films.

It’s even possible somewhere down the line Paramount might do a G.I Joe vs. Transformers movie as Hasbro and Paramount own both properties.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Avengers 2 “Mission” Spot With More From Ultron

Watch a new spot for Avengers 2 above with “Mission.”

The movie opens in ten days.

“The Avengers: Age Of Ultron” hits May 1, 2015 directed by 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.

The Avengers 2 Trailer:

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Marvel Movie News

Nicole Perlman & Meg LeFauve Officially Announced On Captain Marvel

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Marvel has officially announced Nicole Perlman and Meg LeFauve on the Captain Marvel movie (Ms. Marvel Carol Danvers to Cosmic fans).

Marvel.com officially made the announcement that: Nicole Perlman & Meg LeFauve will together write Marvel’s “Captain Marvel,” in theaters November 2, 2018, bringing Carol Danvers to the big screen in her first solo cinematic adventure.

Fans will recognize Perlman as the co-writer of Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy,” last year’s smash hit introducing audiences to Star-Lord and his crew, while LeFauve most recently co-wrote  Disney Pixar’s next original film “Inside Out,” which will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May before heading to theaters June 19.

Perlman is also due to write a Gamora comic book for Marvel comics.

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