The Spirit News

Action-Packed Fresh Trailer From 'The Spirit'

September 27, 2008 08:09:19

The second full trailer of Frank Miller's "The Spirit" has arrived. Posted firstly by Moviefone, it presents the footage that has been described by BadTaste.it awhile ago. Opened with the scene where Spirit leaps down from a high building to save a woman from criminals, it continues with Spirit's explanation about his being, stating that he is not a ghost but a living, breathing and moving man.

The video then kicks in giving background illustration about the situation in Central City and that Spirit's existence creates a mess in the criminal underworld making Silken Floss points out to Octopus that they have to do something about him. That leads to the brawl between the two titans as Octopus aims to kill Spirit while he can. The trailer also presents Sand Saref and the flashback highlighting on younger Denny Colt with the beauty.

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Description of 'The Spirit' New Trailer and Four Scenes

September 20, 2008 09:09:47

BadTaste.it have got the chance to see a new trailer and several scenes from "The Spirit" which have been showed off when Frank Miller was in Rome to introduce the action adventure film. And, they have provided the written description on the footage noting that they hold never before seen scenes.

On the trailer, they started off writing that the footage begins with The Spirit voiceover followed by a clip where a woman helps Spirit and Scarlett Johansson's character saying, "we have to do something about Spirit." Then, there is a flashback showing younger Denny Colt with Sand Saref. The trailer tops with gunfight between police, Spirit and Octopus and ends with Spirit saying, "I'm on my way."

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A Slew of 'The Spirit' Fresh Pics Come Out

September 18, 2008 03:09:51

A fresh supply of "The Spirit" images has been unraveled by Slash Film. Sent by the site's reader by the name of Christopher M, most of the pictures are a close-up look into individual character from The Spirit himself to Commissioner Dolan and female rookie cop Morgenstern. The collection of photos also let out for the first time a shot of what seems to be Plaster of Paris.

Apart from those characters, the pics also exhibit Octopus, Sand Saref and Dr. Ellen Dolan. Moreover, some of the pictures look like to be a cut from the film's scene, like the one in which Ellen and Spirit are buttoning up their clothes when the commissioner walks into the examination room, and the other one where Spirit is tied up in a chair while the scantily clad Paris is swinging her blade toward him with full force.

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'The Spirit' Detailed Plot Exposed

August 28, 2008 04:08:50

Following an advance screening of "The Spirit", much more detailed plotline of the Will Eisner's newspaper strip adaptation has been unearthed. Though noting that some of the scenes he has seen may undergo some changes for the final cut, a reader named VoicesOffCamera revealed to AICN that the story will be taking off after The Octopus' attempt to steal two mysterious cases.

Aided with the help of Silken Floss and three Louis Lombardi's, Octopus manages to get his hands on one of the cases, but loses the other to Sand Saref following a confrontation that leaves a cop nearly dead. While everybody is blaming Saref for the cop's condition, Spirit, who has past connection with Saref, thinks otherwise when he finds her locket in the cop's grips.

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Another Clip of 'The Spirit' From 2008 San Diego Comic Con Outed

August 13, 2008 11:08:27

Beside being a crime fighter, it seems that one other trait possessed by "The Spirit" is his ability as a womanizer. In this leaked out clip entitled "Bastard", viewers are presented with how he seduces the police commissioner's daughter, Dr. Ellen Dolan, in the examining room. But, then when the commissioner comes in with a female rookie cop, he quickly turns his attention to her.

Similar to the "When Titans Clash" clip, this clip was also presented at the 2008 San Diego Comic Con during the panel presentation of the forthcoming Frank Miller's adaptation film. Displaying the comical side of the action film, it was the one that was shown right before the footage of the brawl between Spirit and Octopus was screened.

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'The Spirit' Clip Leaked, Exposing the Clash Between Spirit and Octopus

August 12, 2008 03:08:24

When "The Spirit" panel hits the 2008 San Diego Comic Con in late July, director/screenwriter Frank Miller brought forward a batch of footages letting fans to get sneak peek into the film. Now, one of the videos shown there entitled "When Titans Clash" has leaked out.

The clip highlights on the brawl between the hero, the Spirit, and his archenemy, Octopus, in what seems to be a swamp. It takes off when Gabriel Macht's heroic character surfacing out of the swamp's water, but before he can fully emerge from the water, Octopus hit him again and again with a severed head. Then, Spirit takes a wrench and smack Octopus. The fight scene is pretty much hilarious with the two trying to knock down the other with any means they find.

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The First Poster From The Spirit Art School Program

July 30, 2008 11:07:06

The first poster in a series from The Spirit Art School Program finally is released. Partnering with nine prestigious arts schools nationwide and presenting nine student-designed advertising campaigns for the movie, Lionsgate will unveil the campaigns throughout the summer in the individual cities that are home to the nine schools.

The Spirit Art School Program was launched this past weekend at the annual Comic-Con convention in San Diego, where The Art Institute of California-San Diego introduced its campaign. "We are very excited and proud to be partnering with these nine superb arts educators on this innovative program," said Greenberg and Palen, Lionsgate Co-Presidents of Theatrical Marketing.

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Alluring Trailer of 'The Spirit' Arrives

July 15, 2008 10:07:28

Not long after the release of "The Spirit" teaser trailer, the seductive ladies in the upcoming Will Eisner's comic strips adaptation have been introduced through the film's character posters. Yet, the posters didn't unveil much about each character. Now, fans can get in touch with each of the attractive women through the film's trailer.

The compilation of clips focuses on the relationship between the masked crime-fighter and the seductive women around him, especially with Sand Saref, Ellen Dolan, Lorelei and Silken Floss. Through it, fans and viewers alike can see how these ladies who have different motives in mind seduce The Spirit with their beauty and personality. From this trailer, fans can also get a real glimpse into 'The Octopus'.

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'The Spirit' Ladies Talk Through New Posters

June 23, 2008 02:06:06

Fans have gotten their share of seeing Eva Mendes and Scarlett Johansson portraying their parts in the upcoming "The Spirit" through the character posters released earlier. Still, besides the two of them, there are other beauties taking parts in the adaptation movie, including Sarah Paulson and Jaime King. Now, fans can get a glimpse to the two latter actresses as Dr. Ellen Dolan and Lorelei Rox through the newly released character posters with a special feature included.

In support for the promotional campaign for the adaptation film, Yahoo Movies have presented fans with a full quintuplet poster set of "Spirit" femme fatales. And, to make things even more interesting, each of the posters has something to say based on the letters written on the girls' cheek, such as "Do I look like a good girl?" by Mendes as Sand Saref, "On your knees then..." by Johansson as Silken Floss, "Come to me...Lover." by King as Lorelei or "Keep the mask on..." by Paulson as Ellen Dolan. What fans need to do is to move the their mouse over each of the character poster and the lines will be spoken out loud for them.

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'The Spirit' Sweepstakes Coming to a Close in Two Days

June 12, 2008 10:06:06

Fans of Will Eisner's comic book series about a masked vigilante fighting crime known simply as "The Spirit" have been given the chance to get a glimpse to the movie adaptation through the release of its teaser trailer. They have been given thorough explanation about the modification has to be done for the film by Frank Miller, the filmmaker himself. And since April 21, they have been offered a chance to win a trip to Comic Con San Diego to see exclusive content of "Spirit". Now, the contest is nearing to its final closing hour.

The entry period of the "I'm on My Way" sweepstakes that has become a part of the action movie promotional effort will ends in less than two days on June 13, 2008 at 11:59 P.M. ET. Hence, for those who still wish to take participation in the contest should grab "The Spirit" trailer widget, "The Spidget" which is posted below or on the movie's official Widget page as soon as possible.

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Frank Miller Addressing 'The Spirit' Untraditional Look

May 31, 2008 10:05:36

Since the image of the leading character in Frank Miller's "The Spirit" hits the net, people, especially the comic book fans, have been buzzing about the crime fighter character's new look. Many discussed about their concerns over its close resemblance to "Sin City" and not so few have argued over the abandoning of the traditional blue outfit used by the main character. Recently, Miller came out with the explanation over the red and black appearance of The Spirit.

In his latest entry on the official blog for the noir-like movie which has been exclusively obtained by Superhero Hype!, the director/scribbler address the fans' concerns giving out the creative consideration behind the making of Will Eisner's comic book adaptation movie. He also thoroughly discusses the reason why he chose to go with the red and black costume instead of the traditional blue hat, mask, and jacket.

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Release Date for Frank Miller's 'The Spirit' Pushed Forward

May 07, 2008 11:05:59

Frank Miller's fans do not have to wait any longer to see the latest project from the creator of "Sin City" on the big screen as latest report concerning "The Spirit" has come out with a great news. The action adventure film adapted from Will Eisner's newspaper strip of the same title will be heading to theaters across the country faster than its original plan.

On Tuesday, May 6, it was announced that the release date of the movie directed and scripted by Miller has been moved up from January 16, 2009 to December 25, 2008 by Lions Gate Films. With the new screening schedule, the film will now be up against Walt Disney Pictures' adventure comedy "Bedtime Story", which is starred by Adam Sandler and Keri Russell, and Fox 2000 Pictures' comedy "Marley & Me" featuring Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston.

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Frank Miller's 'The Spirit' Got Teaser Trailer

April 21, 2008 11:04:16

The teaser trailer to "The Spirit", the action adventure film by the widely recognized comic creator Frank Miller, has hit the cyber world. Following the release of its poster earlier, the one-minute length footage has reportedly been released by Lions Gate Films and was posted firstly by MTV Movies Blog.

Taking the noir's tone of "Sin City", the compilation of clips exposes the footage in black and white with the contrast color of red. Opened with a shot of a band of cats wandering in and out a circling light, the teaser continues by showing a man wearing only a pair of shorts walks through the spotlight. Then, it is shown that he receives a phone call and quickly put on his shirt and red tie. He then wears his long coat and hat, before seen running on a wire connecting buildings' rooftop.

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Official Site for The Spirit Gets an Update

November 08, 2007 12:11:33

A big update has been made on the official site for Lionsgate Films' "The Spirit", making it more than a mere splash page now.

There you can view a video greeting from director-writer Frank Miller, in which he praises the original comic strip creator Will Eisner while encouraging fans to keep an eye on the site for future updates about the project.

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Paz Vega and Jaime King Added into The Spirit Cast

October 08, 2007 01:10:22

There will be many beauty faces to look at in "The Spirit", this is for sure. Following the inclusion of Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendes, filmmakers of the project have smoothly added two more female names into the cast, which turn out to be Paz Vega and Jaime King.

Vega is reported to play the knife-wielding Plaster of Paris while King fills in the role of a phantom siren named Lorelei Rox. Leading the lineup is New York-born actor Gabriel Macht as the titular character aka Denny Colt, who fakes his own death and fights crime from the shadows of Central City.

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Eva Mendes Joins the Starry Cast of The Spirit

August 22, 2007 02:08:24

Going from one comic-book adaptation to another, "Ghost Rider" star Eva Mendes has secured a starring role in "The Spirit", Lionsgate Films' big screen version of the fictional American masked crime-fighter created by writer-artist Will Eisner.

Becoming the second female name after Scarlett Johansson to board the project, it is still unclear, however, what role Mendes is billed to play, but production has been confirmed to start October this year at Albuquerque Studios in New Mexico. Frank Miller will direct from his own script with Deborah Del Prete, Gigi Pritzker, and Michael Uslan all producing.

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Lionsgate Taps Gabriel Macht to Be The Spirit Lead

August 03, 2007 04:08:04

Finally the search for male lead in "The Spirit" is concluded now that Lionsgate Films and director Frank Miller have found the appropriate one to assume the role, who turns out to be Gabriel Macht, fresh from Michael Lehmann-directed "Because I Said So."

Macht will then assume the role of the titular character, described as a man who has faked his own death so he can battle crime from the shadows of Central City. The Bronx-born actor landed the part after making his way to impress the filmmakers in the audition for the flick, which Miller insisted to carry out in looking for actor to play the role.

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Lionsgate Summons "The Spirit"

May 18, 2007 11:05:36

Seems this one could be a project worth to be wait for to come.

Variety has brought in reports informing that Lionsgate has secured domestic and U.K. distribution rights to "The Spirit" and appointed Frank Miller to direct it from the screenplay he himself wrote.

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i need know....the spirit's sondtrack, help me.....PLEASE

posted by Carlos Nolte on Aug 30, 2008