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First 'Breaking Dawn II' Trailer to Be Attached to 'Hunger Games' Screenings


February 11, 2012 05:45:01 GMT


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The first trailer for "The Twilight Saga's Breaking Dawn Part II" will be revealed in a foreseeable future. Lionsgate Films confirmed that the anticipated sneak peek of the final installment from the "Twilight Saga" film series is set to be screened in front of none other than much awaited "The Hunger Games".

In an announcement on Friday, Feburary 10, Lionsgate's chief executive Jon Feltheimer said, " 'The Twilight Saga's Breaking Dawn Part II' trailer will debut exclusively on every 'Hunger Games' print on its opening night for what will be Lionsgate's largest release ever." The strategy was made to gain a massive base of Twi-hards to the opening weekend of "Hunger Games", which will arrive in the U.S. theaters on March 23.

Saoirse Ronan to Lead Disney's Warrior Film 'Order of the Seven'

February 11, 2012 04:47:44 GMT


Saoirse Ronan is close to take the lead role in Walt Disney Pictures' new warrior movie "The Order of the Seven". The Oscar-nominated young actress is currently in final negotiation with the Mouse House to star as Olivia Sinclair in the upcoming film.

Ronan's character is described as a British expatriate in 19th century Hong Kong. She looks for protection from centuries old group of warriors, who now become a gang of outlaws. Following the re-emergence of an ancient evil empress, Sinclair helps the warriors reclaim their destiny and noble roots.

'Avengers' New Toys Possibly Reveal Secret Alien Villains

February 11, 2012 04:00:37 GMT


While producer Kevin Feige has always insisted that "The Avengers" will not feature Skrulls as the secret villains, newly released toys for the movie have allegedly given a clue that the aliens might indeed appear in the film. MTV Geek has shared photos featuring a set of Earth Mightiest Heroes' board games with little pink figurines that look like none other than the shape-shifting Skrulls.

The images were taken at Jakks Pacific's Toy Fair 2012 showroom. However, it is not clear if the strategy game, which also features Thor, Hulk, Captain America and Iron Man figures, is really based on the movie's plot since Hawkeye, Black Widow and Nick Fury are all absent from the set.

Cinna, Caesar and Seneca Look Flashy in 'Hunger Games' Capitol Fashion Ads

February 11, 2012 02:51:28 GMT


Cinna, Caesar Flickerman and Seneca Crane go high fashion in some flashy motion ads that are released to promote "The Hunger Games". The three gentlemen advertize cosmetic products which are commonly used in the stylish and glamorous world of Capitol.

Lenny Kravitz's Cinna is seen promoting liquid Skyliner, the "Official eyeliner of the 74th Hunger Games". Stanley Tucci's Caesar is featured showing off his sparkling smile with Smile Away! toothpaste, while Wes Bentley's Seneca is seen advertizing professional beard trimmer Cutting Edge.

Robert Pattinson Shows Off His Lady-Wooing Skill in 'Bel Ami' 10-Minute Clip


February 11, 2012 02:07:12 GMT


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Robert Pattinson shows off his lady-wooing skill in a 10-minute clip from "Bel Ami". The sizzle reel highlights the British heartthrob as a professional smooth talker and a manwhore. He is seen seducing Kristin Scott Thomas at a church, giving some women his killer glance at a bar, oozing charm to socialite ladies at a high-class dinner, and trying to steal the attention of Christina Ricci.

Pattinson portrays George Duroy, a penniless soldier who, while traveling through 1890s Paris, gains power by seducing the wives of French socialites. Using his wits and power of seduction, he moves from prostitute's embrace to passionate tryst with wealthy beauties who inhabit where sex is power and celebrity is an obsession, and where politics and media jostle for influence.

Hailee Steinfeld Negotiating for Musical Role Opposite Scarlett Johansson


February 10, 2012 19:10:47 GMT


Movie roles keep coming towards young Hollywood star Hailee Steinfeld, whose star meter rose after "True Grit". She is now going to test her vocal skill in a musical drama "Can a Song Save Your Life?" which also stars Mark Ruffalo and Scarlett Johansson among others.

Steinfeld is still in negotiations to star in the film, The Hollywood Reporter said, as Ruffalo's daughter. Written and directed by John Carney, the movie follows Johansson's character who moves to New York to pursue her dreams of a singing career but finds herself all alone when she's dumped by her boyfriend. A down-on-his-luck record producer (Ruffalo) finds her singing in a local bar and the two realize they may be each other's last chance to turn their lives around.

Amanda Seyfried Has Bitter Argument With Cops in New 'Gone' Clip

February 10, 2012 08:51:50 GMT


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Amanda Seyfried lets out her anger in a new clip of her upcoming thriller, "Gone". Being released exclusively via Just Jared, the short snippet sees Seyfried having a heated argument with some investigators over the disappearance of her sister.

The 26-year-old actress is seen trying to convince the cops that her sister is kidnapped by a blood-thirst phantom killer. However, the cops seem to disbelief her and underestimate all the evidences she brings. The debate ends with the blond beauty scolding one of the cops.

Bradley Cooper's Epic War Film 'Paradise Lost' Is Shut Down

February 10, 2012 07:28:21 GMT


"Paradise Lost" will not be getting the big screen treatment after all. The epic-sized movie, which has tapped Bradley Cooper as its lead actor, was eventually scrapped by Legendary Pictures, Deadline reported. The studio had to pull the plug on the budget-busting project due to financial issue.

It is said that Legendary made the shocking decision after struggling to cut down the cost of the film to $120 million. The studio thought the budget for the intricate special effects, which are needed in massive war scenes between angel and heaven, is too high and impossible to trim. An insider told TheWrap, "This isn't 'Avatar'. They're only going to make it for a price."

Sarah Jessica Parker: Replacing Demi Moore in 'Lovelace' Is a Daunting Task

February 10, 2012 06:32:29 GMT


Sarah Jessica Parker confessed that replacing Demi Moore in "Lovelace" was not as easy as it might seem. The "Sex and the City" actress opened up that taking over the role of Gloria Steinem from Moore was a "dauting" task, especially because she didn't have enough preparation to play the iconic feminist.

Speaking to Access Hollywood, the 46-year-old actress revealed that stepping in for Moore was "difficult" because "the circumstances are not ideal." She added, "I obviously conveyed that to the filmmakers [and] that I was aware and I was sorry for the reasons that they had to reach out to me."

First Trailer for Apocalyptic Rom-Com 'Seeking a Friend for the End of the World'

February 10, 2012 05:50:32 GMT


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Steve Carell and Keira Knightley get entangled in an unlikely relationship in the first trailer for "Seeking a Friend for the End of the World". Making its way out via Yahoo! Movies, the sneak-peek video takes a look at the unexpected road trip their characters, Dodge and Penny, embark together in the days leading to the doomsday.

After the government announces that an asteroid will unstoppably collide with the Earth, Dodge finds himself alone. His wife left him in a panic. He decides to take a road trip to find his high school sweetheart, but his neighbor Penny inadvertently puts a wrench into his plans.

Lea Michele Could Reprise Her Iconic Broadway Role in 'Spring Awakening' Movie

February 10, 2012 03:26:05 GMT


Lea Michele is close to reprise her iconic Broadway role as Wendla in a big screen version of "Spring Awakening". E! News reported that the Rachel Berry of "Glee" is in talks with director McG to tackle the female lead part in the forthcoming musical pic.

"We're talking to Lea Michele because she made the role of Wendla famous and we'll see if that pans out and works with the timing of her schedule on ['Glee']," said the director of "This Means War". He gushed, "I love Lea; we've talked about it."

Gary Ross: Tracker Jacker Scene in 'Hunger Games' Is 'Not for the Faint of Heart'

February 10, 2012 02:42:28 GMT


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Gary Ross has recently shared about the difficulty of filming the tracker jacker scene in "The Hunger Games". Admitting that he faced a tough challenge when shooting the intense sequence where Katniss Everdeen must survive from the murderous wasp mutant, the director said that it is not for "the faint of heart."

"That's a vertical sequence, literally staged over 100 vertical feet," explained the filmmaker to MTV News. "You have the careers on the ground. You have Katniss on one level in a tree, and you have Rue in another tree up there. You have the tracker jacker nest up here, and the crew is going up and down this tree the entire time, and you have all these axis to cut together into one taut, suspenseful sequence. And you have CG insects. This is not for the faint of heart."

Selena Gomez Replaces Miley Cyrus as Dracula's Daughter in 'Hotel Transylvania'

February 10, 2012 01:35:53 GMT


Selena Gomez is the one who will be the daughter of Dracula in "Hotel Transylvania" after all. The "Wizards of Waverly Place" starlet has taken over Miley Cyrus' job to voice Mavis, who is the vampire daughter of Adam Sandler's character, in the upcoming animated movie.

A representative to Sandler has confirmed to E! News that Gomez has been tapped to replace her fellow former Disney darling who bowed out the project earlier on Thursday, February 9. Previously, Sony Pictures announced that the former "Hannah Montana" star exited the forthcoming film but the reason of her departure is still unclear.

Jean Dujardin Hilariously Auditioning for Villainous Roles

February 09, 2012 18:06:34 GMT


"The Artist" star Jean Dujardin is creating his own buzz ahead of the Oscars with a sketch on Funny or Die. The French actor is seen doing an "audition" for villain roles in big but imaginary Hollywood sequels such as "Die Hard 5", "We Bought a Zoo Too" and "Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer 2".

The video aims to highlight the common practice of hiring big European actors for spy/action thrillers. Dujardin started with the predictable flicks like "James Bond", "Sherlock Holmes" and "The Bourne Identity" but ended up doing other quirky projects like "Bridesmaids 2" and "Tyler Perry's Madea's French Vacation".

Naomi Watts Replaces Jessica Chastain as Princess Diana


February 09, 2012 17:11:58 GMT


Naomi Watts has been cast as the late Princess Diana in an upcoming new biopic titled "Caught in Flight". Back in November last year, it was announced that "Take Shelter" actress Jessica Chastain had locked the royal role but apparently something came up and a native British actress is hired instead.

"It is such an honor to be able to play this iconic role," Watts said in a statement. "Princess Diana was loved across the world and I look forward to rising to the challenge of playing her on screen."
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