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Adventure, Drama, ThrillerRelease Date :
December 25, 2009MPAA Rating :
PG-13Director :
Guy RitchieStarring :
Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, Rachel McAdams, Mark Strong, Kelly Reilly, William Hope
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Storyline for Two 'Sherlock Holmes' Sequels Is Planned
November 28, 2009 02:11:17Though it is still about a month away until "Sherlock Holmes" hits theaters, two sequels have been planned. In an interview with Empire magazine, actor Robert Downey Jr. revealed that he and several filmmakers have had ideas about how storyline for the next movies will be.
"Between Guy [Ritchie-director] and me, the missus (producer Susan Levin) and Joel Silver (producer), we definitely know what we would like to do for the next two sequels," Downey Jr. said. He then added, "But I want to add a massive disclaimer - I'm just generally a confident person. I've no idea where anything is going to go."
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New 'Sherlock Holmes' Trailer Offers All Kind of Fights
November 05, 2009 09:11:40"Sherlock Holmes" won't play in theaters until Christmas Day, but Warner Bros. Pictures has offered more taste of its action and especially bromance through a brand new trailer. Debuted at MTV, this sneak peek mostly centers on Holmes and Watson as they work together while bickering all the way. At one point, Rachel McAdams' Irene Adler says, "They've been flirting this way for hours!"
The trailer also presents all kind of fights from gunfights to fistfights. Earlier, star Robert Downey Jr. has told MTV about how his legendary detective character practices his fighting skills. "He thinks through all eventualities, possibilities and counterattacks when he's fighting, so he actually has the fight worked out before he starts," so the actor claimed.
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New 'Sherlock Holmes' Footage Comes Out in TV Spots
November 03, 2009 11:11:06More fresh footage from the much awaited "Sherlock Holmes" have been unleashed through two brand new TV spots. Brought forth by The Movie Box, both of the spots reportedly were aired during the World Series. The first one offers a taste of the bromance between Holmes and Watson in addition to the actions and explosions, while the second one deals more with the titular character.
Based on Lionel Wigram's upcoming comic book, this action drama will present a new portrayal of Arthur Conan Doyle's most famous characters. It will see Sherlock Holmes and his partner Dr. Watson on their latest challenge. Having lethal fighting skills in addition to his legendary intellect, Holmes attempts to bring down a new nemesis and unravel a deadly plot that could destroy the country.
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'Sherlock Holmes': Extended Trailer to Air During 'Family Guy' Special
November 02, 2009 02:11:37Warner Bros. is planning to present an extended trailer for the December-released "Sherlock Holmes" during "Family Guy Presents: Seth & Alex's Almost Live Comedy Show". The news about the trailer airing came up as this Guy Ritchie-directed adventure thriller stepped in to be the sole sponsor for the TV special, which is set for November 8 broadcast at 8:30 P.M., to replace Microsoft.
FOX made the announcement during the pre-show of Game 3 of the World Series on Saturday, October 31. It is still unclear whether the trailer will be weaved into the "Family Guy" special, but the network has mentioned in the Saturday promo that a sneak preview would run during the show, which could mean the trailer may be featured as a separate spot that runs before or after the special.
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Full Length TV Trailer for 'Sherlock Holmes' Found
October 21, 2009 09:10:06A brand new and action-packed TV trailer has just been released for "Sherlock Holmes". Brought forth by The Movie Box, this two-minute plus video opens to similar footage to the previous trailers. However, the last third of the sneak peek does feature many never-before-seen footage, including the one that shows Holmes experimenting on a dog.
Previously, leading actor Robert Downey Jr. has talked about portraying the titular character. "Sherlock Holmes is easily the toughest job I've ever had," the two-time Academy Award-nominee told MTV, before describing further about the character. Saying that Holmes is "a total badass," the actor elaborated, "He thinks through all eventualities, possibilities and counterattacks when he's fighting, so he actually has the fight worked out before he starts."
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Brad Pitt in Talks for 'Sherlock Holmes 2'
September 22, 2009 10:09:06Brad Pitt hasn't escaped the "Sherlock Holmes" casting speculation. Although Warner Bros. Pictures was quick to squash that the actor is taking the role of Holmes' nemesis Moriarty, a new report has come in suggesting that "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" star is in talks, not for the first film, but rather for a possible sequel.
The Hollywood Reporter's Risky Business blog broke out the story that Warners is planning to develop "Sherlock Holmes 2" and 45-year-old Pitt has had discussions with producers to carry on the villain role in this new installment. Though so, it is noted that there is no deal in place for him to take the part just yet.
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'Sherlock Holmes' From the Eyes of Robert Downey Jr.
August 28, 2009 12:08:57Not having trouble with his portrayal of Tony Stark in "Iron Man" and its sequel, Robert Downey Jr. confessed that starring as one particular legendary detective for Guy Ritchie's "Sherlock Holmes" is hard. "Sherlock Holmes is easily the toughest job I've ever had," the actor stated in an interview with MTV.
During the interview, Downey also shared his thought on his titular character by describing him as "a total badass." He then elaborated his remark, saying "He thinks through all eventualities, possibilities and counterattacks when he's fighting, so he actually has the fight worked out before he starts."
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Moriarty's Appearance in 'Sherlock Holmes' Confirmed
August 20, 2009 09:08:53When The Mirror generated speculation that Brad Pitt has come aboard "Sherlock Holmes" as Moriarty, Warner Bros. was quick to slam it down, but apparently there is some part of the flying rumor that is true. Talking to MTV's Josh Horowitz, director Guy Ritchie confirmed that Moriarty will be involved in his forthcoming action drama.
"Some kind of an appearance is probably the best way to describe it," Ritchie explained about the arch foe of the legendary detective's part. When pressed further if an actor is credited for the villainous role, he said, "I believe not." He then elaborated, "I don't know how to answer that other than to say there is some kind of appearance. All will be revealed. I'm afraid I have to be slightly ambiguous about this but you'll understand what I'm talking about when you see the movie."
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Brad Pitt NOT Joining 'Sherlock Holmes'
August 18, 2009 02:08:55There will be no Brad Pitt in "Sherlock Holmes". Warner Bros. Pictures has squashed the recent flying rumor suggesting that the star of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" has been recruited to play Holmes' arch nemesis, Moriarty, in Guy Ritchie's new take on the legendary detective and his crime-solving story.
"The report in today's London Mirror is completely inaccurate. Brad Pitt is not joining the cast of Sherlock Holmes and we're extremely pleased with the production of the film," a studio-sanctioned statement, released Monday, August 17, read. "As planned, it will be released on Christmas Day, 2009."
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Sherlock Holmes and John Watson's Bromance Addressed
August 05, 2009 03:08:42Guy Ritchie has been said to give a gay spin to his "Sherlock Holmes" with the obvious bromance between Sherlock Holmes and John Watson, and now the director sets things straight on the matter. In his interview with MTV, the helmer of "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels" did not deny that he brings some kind of homoerotic undertones in the two characters' relationship.
"Holmes and Watson have always been that couple," Ritchie stated during the interview. He then elaborated, "My intention was to get away from the slightly stuffier, quintessential Victorian concepts of men and make them warmer and more accessibly friendly and make them more into the kinds of guys I'd liked to be friends with."
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Another 'Sherlock Holmes' Trailer Comes Out
July 16, 2009 11:07:17Yahoo! Movies has got a hold of another fresh trailer from "Sherlock Holmes". Though containing pretty much similar footage to the first trailer, this brand new sneak peek at director Guy Ritchie's new take on the legendary detective and his crime-solving story still reels in a number of never-before-seen footage.
The freshly-released trailer takes another look at the slow-motion bare knuckle fist fight between Holmes and his opponent. Unlike the first trailer that sees Holmes landing his fist on his opponent's face, this new promo video displays the detective blocking a hit with his left hand and striking a blow with another hand. A scene where Holmes is stunned by Watson's blow on his face is also shown here.
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'Sherlock Holmes' and 'Jonah Hex' Among 2009 Comic-Con Line-Up
June 27, 2009 03:06:332009 Comic-Con is yet to release its full programming schedule, but Warner Bros. have announced their panels for the event which will be held in San Diego. Starting on Thursday, July 23, the studio will bring forth a number of their upcoming movies with a first-ever 3-D presentation of "The Final Destination" which will take place at 3.30 P.M. at Hall H.
On Friday, July 24, Warner Bros. will dominate Hall H with panels running from 10.15 A.M. until 12.30 P.M. The presentation will include several of their forthcoming big movies, "Sherlock Holmes", "A Nightmare on Elm Street", "Jonah Hex", "The Box", "Where the Wild Things Are" and "The Book of Eli".
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Two Character Posters From 'Sherlock Holmes'
June 20, 2009 09:06:49Warner Bros. have debuted two character posters for Guy Ritchie-directed "Sherlock Holmes" via Yahoo! Movies. The two one-sheets bring the attention to two of the action movie's major characters, Sherlock Holmes played by Robert Downey Jr. and his sidekick Dr. Watson portrayed by Jude Law.
Serving as a reminder that the movie is coming out on Christmas Day, both of the character posters carry different taglines. The one with Holmes in the center of the piece brings about "Nothing Escapes Him", while the other one which sees serious-looking Watson with a cane over his shoulder gets "Crime Will Pay" tagline.
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First 'Sherlock Holmes' Trailer Released
May 19, 2009 09:05:33Warner Bros. have debuted the first trailer of "Sherlock Holmes". Injecting a taste of action adventure as well as showcasing an ample of humor to be seen in this Arthur Conan Doyle's novel adaptation, the video footage gives a slightly better idea at Guy Ritchie's new take on the legendary detective and his crime-solving story.
Opened with a capture of Mark Strong's villainous Lord Blackwood standing behind jail's bar, the promotional video shares what Robert Downey Jr.'s titular character faces this time around. In addition to providing glimpses at Rachel McAdams's Irene Adler, it also parades the bro-romance between Holmes and his sidekick Watson, which is played by Jude Law.
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Fresh Images From Robert Downey Jr.-Starrer 'Sherlock Holmes'
May 06, 2009 11:05:34Warner Bros. Pictures have unleashed a batch of new images from "Sherlock Holmes" through USA Today. Most of the photos take their focus on the two main characters, Robert Downey Jr.'s Sherlock and Jude Law's Dr. Watson, while a couple of them tag along Rachel McAdams' Irene Adler and Mark Strong's villainous Lord Blackwood.
The freshly-released pictures tease on some of the actions to be seen as well as the drama to be expected. In one of the images, Sherlock is captured practicing his bartitsu skills in fighting two baddies who are blocking his way through the catacombs of London's St. Paul's Cathedral. In another one, he and Adler flee for their lives "during a harrowing sequence inside a pig slaughterhouse."
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Trailer of 'Sherlock Holmes' Premiered at 2009 ShoWest
April 01, 2009 02:04:54During the "State of the Industry" presentation from Warner Bros. at 2009 ShoWest in Las Vegas, the first trailer of "Sherlock Holmes" has been debuted. Introduced by its leading man Robert Downey Jr., the two minutes footage has been claimed by Latino Review to display a mix of action and humor.
Providing a written description to the trailer, Latino Review started by mentioning that the only indication at the storyline will be provided by a voiceover of the baddie and Sherlock. After the bad guy is heard saying, "Tomorrow, at midday, the world as you know it, will end," Sherlock responds, "Well, there isn't anytime to waste then, is there?"
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On-Set Video Interview With 'Sherlock Holmes' Cast
March 12, 2009 11:03:34Entertainment Tonight has got the chance to visit "Sherlock Holmes" set and sit down with its A-list cast ensemble, Robert Downey Jr., Rachel McAdams and Jude Law to discuss on the re-imagining of the famed detective. In the nearly four minutes video which also includes on-set footage, each of the three actors takes turn in revealing what the movie is all about.
The interview starts with a question whether Downey Jr., McAdams and Law are a fan of the character before going on to do this movie. While Downey Jr. told ET's Thea Andrews he believes everyone will be Sherlock Holmes fans if they have read the books, Law revealed that he hasn't got the chance to read the book until he was about 17 years old, and McAdams confessed that she has just come to know Holmes from the movie's script.
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'Sherlock Holmes' Ending Bared by Lord Blackwood's Depicter
March 04, 2009 01:03:04Mark Strong has spilled the bean on the final scene of "Sherlock Holmes". In an interview with Total Film, the actor who portrays Lord Blackwood in the movie described what his character and Robert Downey Jr.'s will do, promising that the particular scene will be amazing.
"There's a fantastic sequence where we duel to the death on a half-built Tower Bridge," the Archy of "RocknRolla" unraveled in the magazine's next issue which will be on sale on Thursday, March 5. "It's a perfect way to end the movie, Robert and I hammering seven bells out of each other on top of this swinging bridge with Victorian London as a backdrop. It's going to be amazing."
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'Sherlock Holmes' Re-Shoot Rumor Cleared
February 19, 2009 01:02:41Director Guy Ritchie apparently was not asked to do re-shoot for some "Sherlock Holmes" scenes. Responding to the re-shoot rumors sparked by The Sun earlier, Warner Bros. came out with a rebuttal on Wednesday, February 18, stating, "It is not true that Warner Bros. has asked for any reshoots on 'Sherlock Holmes'."
"The inserts and pickup shots being completed next week, which have long been part of the schedule, do not involve any cast, and are a standard part of filmmaking," Warners' statement further read. "It is still early in the production process, and the studio has not yet seen the movie. Both Warner Bros. and Guy Ritchie are very pleased with the footage they have seen thus far."
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Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law Talk 'Sherlock Holmes'
February 13, 2009 03:02:42In the on-set interview with MTV, Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law, the two leading actors of Guy Ritchie's "Sherlock Holmes" open up on various topics from the script to the dynamic between their characters, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson respectively. While careful enough not to spoil the plot, the co-stars share that one of the interesting things from the movie is the "bromance".
Admitting that he thinks the casting of Downey Jr. will make the project "something exciting", Law revealed that the movie will explore the relationship between Watson and Holmes, saying "And as soon as I met him, we got on very well - which is a good sign - and we both agreed that we wanted to really make this a piece about the relationship between Watson and Holmes." Downey Jr. added, "I think the word bromance is so passe. We are two men who happen to be roommates who wrestle a lot and share a bed."
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All Three Leads Exposed in New 'Sherlock Holmes' Photo
February 03, 2009 03:02:52Sherlock Holmes, Dr. John Watson and Irene Adler are seen together for the first time in the newly released image of "Sherlock Holmes". While some of the on-set pictures and several stills have exposed both Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law as their characters earlier, the new pic courtesy of USA Today has displayed the two actors sharing screen with their co-star Rachel McAdams.
The new still came out in accompaniment of the trade's article about Downey Jr.'s thought over his Academy Award nomination for his role in "Tropic Thunder". "It's so funny to me that the role is a guy who is an Oscar-seeking moron. His whole motivation is Oscars," the actor was quoted as saying. "Irony is synonymous with pretty much everything that is going on."
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Moriarty Most Likely Appears in 'Sherlock Holmes'
December 03, 2008 03:12:53Though "Sherlock Holmes" already has its foe in Lord Blackwood, the Guy Ritchie-directed movie apparently won't leave the famous detective's arch-nemesis, Moriarty, out of the picture. Talking to IGN at the British Independent Film Awards, Blackwood's depicter, Mark Strong, hints on the possibility, suggesting that Moriarty will have a small appearance in the film.
"Moriarty's in it," Strong claims, adding, "but you don't really see him. I think he's there because if the franchise carries on, there's a possibility that he will appear in a larger guise." He then adds that his character is still the main villain, saying, "But for the purposes of this one and the detective narrative, I'm the guy that Sherlock's after, Lord Blackwood. And he's a cultist/Satanist lord who is the ultimate cad."
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Robert Downey Jr. Almost Seriously Injured During 'Sherlock Holmes' Filming
November 29, 2008 10:11:02Robert Downey Jr. almost got a serious injury during the filming of "Sherlock Holmes". According to the report by The Sun, the star of "Iron Man" who is playing legendary detective Holmes has been knocked unconscious when shooting a fight scene with co-star Robert Maillet at Chatham dockyard in Kent.
Though walking away with six stitches in his mouth, the incident left the 43-year-old "out cold" for about six seconds and "drooling blood" before medics could bring him round. Recalling the incident, a nurse said, "Robert was accidentally caught on the chin by a thundering hook. He went flying and was out cold. He didn't want to go to hospital and kept trying to get up. He's a trooper. But there have been lots of other problems too."
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Sherlock Holmes Deals With Women's Butcher
November 07, 2008 03:11:05As "Sherlock Holmes" is undergoing its principal photography in London, possible story details of the Guy Ritchie-directed drama thriller have been leaked out. Getting the story from one of its readers named "Jack the Ripper", IESB teased parts of the details, noting that the movie will be set in 1891 London and opened with a narration by Dr. John Watson.
More on the story, it is revealed that there will be a foot chase into an underground sewer and a fist fight with a group of bowler-hat-wearing baddies as well as a seven-foot giant. Through the plot details, it is also uncovered that villainous Lord Blackwood is actually behind the death of five butchered women and Sherlock Holmes manages to get a hold of him for justice. The complete story can be read via IESB.
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'Sherlock Holmes' Coming Out Late 2009
October 18, 2008 02:10:28"Sherlock Holmes", a drama thriller movie, is going to hit the big screen on November 20, 2009. This movie was initially aimed for a 2010 release. However, Warner Bros. have confirmed that the audiences will not have to wait that long. With the set date, "Holmes" will be released on the big screen on the same date of Jessica Biel and Justin Long-starring animated movie, "Planet 51".
Taking London as the setting, "Holmes" is starred by Robert Downey Jr. as the titular character and Jude Law as Watson, Holmes' colleague who is a doctor and a war veteran. There is also Rachel McAdams as Irene Adler, the only woman who becomes Holmes' best friend and remains a tempestuous relationship with detective.
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Jude Law Spotted on 'Sherlock Holmes' Set
October 13, 2008 10:10:50After Robert Downey Jr. was caught on camera portraying the titular part in "Sherlock Holmes", another actor also involved in the flick Jude Law is now seen on the set while stepping in his role as Dr. John Watson. His first appearance as Holmes' friend has been unveiled though a slew of photos put out by Just Jared.
In the pics, the 35-year-old can be seen wearing a white shirt and black trousers with a thin black suspenders. He also grows a thin mustache for the character. Some of the images catch only Law on-the-set, some others see his interaction with his co-star Downey Jr., discussing something and having a laugh.
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First Pictures of Robert Downey Jr. as Sherlock Holmes Posted
October 11, 2008 11:10:30Robert Downey Jr. is seen for the first time in the role of Sherlock Holmes through a bunch of pictures from the filming of Guy Ritchie's "Sherlock Holmes". Posted on both Just Jared and INF Daily, the pics are taken from the shooting in Central London on Friday, October 10.
While director Ritchie and some extras are seen in the pictures, there's no sighting of Jude Law or Rachel McAdams yet who will reportedly star as Dr. John Watson and Irene Alder respectively. There's also the picture where Downey is discussing with his stunt double on how to jump off the building.
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Rachel McAdams for 'Sherlock Holmes' Lead, Oprah Winfrey for 'The Princess and the Frog'
September 25, 2008 11:09:02The latest casting news from Hollywood has put Rachel McAdams in the shoes of "Sherlock Holmes" leading lady. Though details about her character has yet to be shared, Access Hollywood reported that the 31-year-old actress has been signed to join Robert Downey Jr. and Mark Strong in the cast of the Guy Ritchie's modern version of the famed detective.
Allegedly, the official announcement of the "The Notebook" star's involvement will be outed at a press conference in London on Wednesday, October 1. In the meantime, McAdams will soon be seen starring in New Line Cinema's romantic drama "The Time Traveler's Wife", which is due November 1, 2008, and in Universal Pictures crime thriller "State of Play" which is slated for April 17, 2009 release.
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Jude Law About to Be Sherlock Holmes' Dr. Watson
September 19, 2008 01:09:53Jude Law might possibly be Guy Ritchie's Dr. Watson. Recently, EW's Hollywood Insider reported that the 35-year-old is in talks to star as Sherlock Holmes' trusted friend in the new version of "Sherlock Holmes". To put more stress on it, several other publications indicated that he is close to sign the deal.
Though it is still unclear whether the actor will in the end take the part, the casting news has put off the speculation on Russell Crowe lining up for the role. Previously, Ritchie who serves to be the project's director has denied the Crowe rumor saying, "I don't have a Watson...and I'm still looking for my Watson."
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Russell Crowe Is No Guy Ritchie's Dr. Watson
September 03, 2008 01:09:33Despite circulating rumor, Academy Award-winning actor Russell Crowe is unlikely to take the part of Sherlock Holmes' sidekick, Dr. John Watson. Director Guy Ritchie insisted on the fact for his next film project, "Sherlock Holmes", at the premiere of his latest gangster movie "RocknRolla". "I don't have a Watson," he responded to the casting speculation. "Somebody just told me that I have Russell Crowe lined up but that's news to me. I suspect that hasn't happened and I'm still looking for my Watson."
Regarding the plot, the husband of Madonna hinted that a new story has been developed especially for the film. "It's going to be an amalgamation of all those narratives," he revealed. On the same notion, producer Susan Downey shared, "The world is within all the stories and it actually goes back to the books but the story is actually one that we made for the movie. What we can tell you is that he's a badass in this movie alright. That's what we're going back to, any Holmes fan that we've spoken to is getting really excited about this one."
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Russell Crowe to Be Sherlock Holmes' Sidekick
September 01, 2008 01:09:38Rumored earlier to be considered starring as the titular character in Guy Ritchie's "Sherlock Holmes", Russell Crowe seems to be taking a different path on the casting for the forthcoming action project. Instead of taking the Holmes' role, the award-winning Australian actor is said to be going to pick up Holmes' sidekick role, Dr. Watson.
An insider informed The Sun about the speculation stating, "Russell wants the part, Guy wants Russell. All they've got left to do is dot the i's and cross the t's." If these words are delivering the truth, it means that Crowe will support Robert Downey Jr. as the latter has signed to portray the leading character, Holmes, earlier.
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Guy Ritchie's 'Sherlock Holmes' Cursed and Blessed With Intelligence
August 22, 2008 04:08:02Having been exposing that his feature film version of the famed 19th century detecive "Sherlock Holmes" will embody an action hero trait earlier, acclaimed filmmaker Guy Ritchie goes even further by exposing that Holmes will be seen as one complex character. Sharing his insight to USA Today, he explained, "His intellect was as much of a curse as it was a blessing. He was a deeply layered character."
Despite opening up details about the titular character, the "RocknRolla" director hasn't given any clue to the possible villain Holmes will be dealing with. However, words are Holmes is going to have a love interest that is based on Conan Doyle's Irene Adler. Additionally, he gushed that the film itself is going to be "a very big production, visceral and intellectual"
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Guy Ritchie's 'Sherlock Holmes' Embodying Early James Bond
July 26, 2008 10:07:35What is Sherlock Holmes' signature trait? To most people, the answer may surely be his genius mind capable of solving even the most elaborated cases. But, it seems that it isn't the only quality of the notable detective "Sherlock Holmes" filmmakers has in mind since they plan on making the character an action hero of his own, like the famous spy agent James Bond.
Speaking to MTV about his reinterpretation of the fictional detective, Ritchie confessed that he wants the character to stay true to his origin. "They never seem to manifest that [element] in some of the earlier productions they've done of 'Sherlock Holmes,'" explained the husband of Madonna. "We're trying to bring a completely contemporary and entertaining perspective on an intellectual action hero true to his origins where he was more of an action guy originally."
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Iron Man's Robert Downey Jr. Up for 'Sherlock Holmes'
July 10, 2008 11:07:45Robert Downey Jr. is going to exchange his bullet-proof armor suit with magnifying glass, calabash pipe and and a deerstalker cap. That happens because the "Iron Man" star has been chosen to portray a legendary master detective in Guy Ritchie's feature film project "Sherlock Holmes".
Nailing the titular character part, the 43-year-old actor joins the project after British filmmaker Guy Ritchie allegedly showed him the polished version of the movie's script. In re-imagining Holmes, the leading man of "Zodiac" is expected to display a more adventurous side of the witty detective. Depicting this character will be Downey Jr.'s first job after his highly successful "Iron Man".
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'Sherlock Holmes' Adapted to Big Screen Again, Guy Ritchie to Helm
June 05, 2008 10:06:47It seems that Hollywood still couldn't get enough of Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. Though there are over 200 movies had been made based on this well-known fictional character, another feature film adaptation of Holmes is about to be developed.
To make the newest Holmes movie, Warner Bros. Pictures has attained acclaimed British filmmaker Guy Ritchie to tackle the project. The husband of music legend Madonna has been set to direct the flick taking the place of Neil Marshall who was earlier attached to direct. Other than directing the film, Ritchie is also tapped to rewrite and polish the script from Michael Johnson.
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"Sherlock Holmes" Investigating at Warner Bros.
March 17, 2007 09:03:16Forming lavish pact with producer Lionel Wigram, Warner Bros. Pictures is set to develop "Sherlock Holmes", a big screen adaptation of the man's upcoming comic book of the same title, Variety has reported.
Wigram's vision on the famed fictional detective, created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is said to have him lost some of his Victorian stuffiness and got more adventurous, including playing up his skills as a bare-knuckle boxer and expert swordsman as he goes about solving crimes.
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Reader's Reviews
i like sherlock holmes story so much! So i hope this film is good and interest as the book.
posted by Kalya on Jan 04, 2009I' ma huge fan of Robert Downey Jr. and I think this part will totally bring out his best. I think this was the perfect part for him!
posted by Kat on May 05, 2009
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posted by Fkelfget on Jul 14, 2009
Can't wait for this movie.
posted by sjklhf on Aug 04, 2009you have a grand gift of silence Watson it makes you quite invaluble as a companion *thump* Lol funny or what? can't wait to see it at the cinema on crimbo!
posted by sherlocklover89 on Aug 05, 2009How know soundtrack?
posted by Ashley on Nov 15, 2009I can't wait. I've been a fan of Sherlock Holmes for 6 years. I'm so excited to watch the movie :).
posted by yisha on Nov 24, 2009