Mike White to Write Santa Wars

Source:Variety

November 19, 2009

Variety says that Paramount has hired Mike White to write Santa Wars.

The comedy is based on the true story of rival factions that developed within a union of professional Santa Clauses who became arch enemies during a Santa Claus civil war.

Scott Rudin will produce along with Mike White and his Rip Cord Productions.

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Producer Provides Update on Silent Hill 2

Source:ShockTillYouDrop.com

November 19, 2009

ShockTillYouDrop.com talked exclusively to Silent Hill producer Don Carmody about the possible sequel to the video game adaptation. Here's a clip:

"I think we need to make it a little more accessible to the movie-going public," he says frankly. "Silent Hill is not a blockbuster game like Resident Evil or the other games out there. It's a connoisseurs' game. It has its own, rabid fan base. They're not cheap, these things. You have to appeal not only to the gamers, you have to appeal to a wider audience. So we have to get some story in there that helps explain a bit more. I think that's all happening. Of course, [the story] is going to happen years later and the main character - without giving too much away - is much older and representative to the movie-going public which is in that age group."

You can read more about the involvement of director Christophe Gans and screenwriter Roger Avary by going here.

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Who are They Eyeing for Khan in Star Trek 2?

Source:ComingSoon.net

November 18, 2009

Just last night, we posted an interview with Star Trek director J.J. Abrams in which he said he won't know if he'll direct the sequel until the script is done, which may be a while.

But what if he does return? And Khan is the villain? ComingSoon.net is hearing a pretty juicy rumor that they already have a favorite who they'd like to play Khan if that happens.

Who do they think could portray the character made famous by Ricardo Montalban in the 1967 "Star Trek" episode "Space Seed" and 1982 feature Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan?

Nestor Carbonell, who plays Richard Alpert on the J.J. Abrams-executive produced ABC series "Lost."

Now, before you go shouting Nestor is KHAAAN! There are way too many variables right now, including the fact that the Khan character may not even be in the sequel. We just know that if they started filming today, he would be their man.

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J.J. Abrams on Star Trek 2 & Mission: Impossible IV

Source:Heather Newgen

November 17, 2009

While it's widely assumed that J.J. Abrams will be directing the next "Star Trek" film, that's not necessarily the case.

Abrams is one of the busiest people in Hollywood, yet he always takes time to graciously talk to press. Tonight, we asked him about Star Trek and a few other projects he's involved in at the DVD/Blu-ray release party.

Q: What's the status on "Mission: Impossible IV"?

J.J. Abrams: We are working on the script and we have an incredibly cool story. It's literally being written right this second.

Q: What are you able to say about the new series on NBC, "Undercovers"?

Abrams: We're just casting now. It's a more wish-fulfilling show. That's not to say it's fantasy or anything, but it's got an energy that I think feels like something I would want to watch, but that doesn't guarantee that anyone else will. For me, it feels fun. Look at the spy genre I've worked in before. While familiar in some ways, it feels very, very different.

Q: What are the elements that would have to line up to make you direct the next "Star Trek" film?

Abrams: The truth is, the idea of anyone else directing the next "Star Trek" film breaks my heart. I had the most fun ever with these people. But, it's impossible to know until the script is done. That's the time to look at it and ask, "is this the right thing for the movie? Is it the right thing for me? My family?" and all that stuff. It's so hard to know a year out with no script in existence if I should direct the movie. I look forward to making that decision when the time comes.

We tried to get him to talk about the Micronauts film he's been rumored to be signing onto, but he politely declined to comment.

Q: It was recently reported that you were going to be involved with a project based on toys from the '70s called Micronauts. What can you tell me about that?

Abrams: It's still in the being discussed stage, but if it happens I'll be happy to discuss it. It's premature, but I'd love to talk about it later.

Q: What is it about the toys that you like?

Abrams: This is one of those things where I feel like I don't want to say anything. I will say that I think there is a pretty cool idea for something, but if it happens I will try to say something that is actually remotely... as opposed to what I just said.

Although he wouldn't give up any info on Micronauts, he did tell us a funny story about a mishap that happened during the Star Trek production.

"There were a couple of things we did by mistake. Like there was a role of duct tape on the counter and we had to either cop to it or remove it digitally. I think we spent $10 million removing duct tape."

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Cho Thinks Khan Should be the Star Trek 2 Villain

Source:Heather Newgen

November 17, 2009

John Cho was on-hand at the Star Trek DVD/Blu-ray release party and we talked to him about his new show "FlashForward." Although he couldn't say much, he did tell us a little about where he sees his character Demetri going.

"It's going really great. We're having a good time," he said, adding, "It's getting good from what I'm reading. I'm enjoying it, but it's a little aggravating not knowing what the hell is going on too far ahead. We have a major revelation about who might be murdering Demetri in the next couple of episodes. I think his most important relationships are going to be put to the test."

We also asked where he'd like his character, Sulu, to go in the next "Star Trek" film.

"This experience was very different for me as an actor because it was such an external thing for me. I've never done a big action sequence and never trained like that. It might be fun to go internal this time. I don't know what that might be."

As far as which villian he thinks should be brought back, Cho is leaning towards Khan.

"He is the baddest of them all in my opinion and the coolest hair cut. I'm ready to bring that cut back for my own self."

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Zoe Saldana on Avatar, The Losers & Star Trek

Source:Heather Newgen

November 17, 2009

Zoe Saldana is having quite a year. This summer, Star Trek blew up the box office and on December 18, the much anticipated Avatar hits theaters.

We talked to her briefly at the DVD/Blu-ray release party for Star Trek.

"I'm feeling great, but there's a part of me that's happy it's almost over so I can finally take off my heels," Saldana joked. "Between guns, a little dress and heels I'm a little tired physically, but I never get mentally tired of talking about these projects I've been a part of because it's every actor's dream to work with amazing directors especially for a woman in Hollywood and film. To get to work with great directors that actually write great roles for women is not only a treat, but it's something that should happen more often."

After Avatar, Saldana will be seen is The Losers playing Aisha.

"She's a blend of Uhura and Neytiri," Saldana said. "Toss in a couple of guns and some tattoos - she's really badass. At times I was kind of afraid of her. I don't know why it's a PG-13 movie to be honest."

Although she kills a lot of people in The Losers, the young actress said playing Neytiri in Avatar was the more difficult role.

"In my entire career, that was the most challenging role I've ever played. It just challenged me from head to toe. Not only did I have to become more in tune with my body and train for seven months to do this role, but it was also a mental thing where I had to dehumanize myself because I was playing a different species--not of a different country. I was from a different planet so it took a lot of time and it was the most amazing experience I ever had."

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Leonard Nimoy Talks Star Trek, Fringe

Source:Heather Newgen

November 17, 2009

Leonard Nimoy recently said he feels the future of "Star Trek" no longer needs him, so when we talked to the actor at the Star Trek DVD/Blu-ray release party at the historic Griffith Observatory in LA, we asked him why.

"They have Zachary Quinto. I was useful to make the bridge between the original and the new and that's done," Nimoy said. "This cast of characters is in great shape. They're a wonderful, talented bunch of people and the chemistry between them is appropriate. They've got it! They know how to do it. They've done it well in this movie and they'll do it again well in the future movies. I think I served a purpose and I'm happy that I was in it."

According to Nimoy, he's not so sure he'll be asked to come back for the next film.

"It's not a question of whether I'd want to be [in the movie]. If I get a phone call I'll answer the phone, but I'm not expecting that call to come."

Although it's unclear if he'll appear in the upcoming films, Nimoy is enjoying working with J.J. Abrams on another project, Fox's "Fringe."

"The character of William Bell is described as a very wealthy and very intelligent and brilliant scientist," Nimoy said. "It was great fun to stand in front of the camera and say, 'I'm William Bell. Here I am.'" I enjoyed it. I committed to do three episodes. I have filmed the three - two of them have already aired. One will be on the air in the near future. We'll see a little bit more of William Bell and after that there is no more committment."

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