David Fincher Linked To World War Z 2
The upcoming sequel to 2013’s World War Z looks set to reunite Brad Pitt with his Fight Club director. The project previously had Juan Antonio Bayona set to direct before he jumped ship in order to direct the upcoming Jurassic World sequel. According to reports, Fincher was initially ‘lukewarm’ to the idea two weeks ago but now ‘negotiations are much further down the road’. While it’s not confirmed just yet it seems producers are confident that Fincher will jump on board with no offers made to any other directors yet.
More news as we get it but for now, production is expected to begin early next year with a release date scheduled for June 9th 2017. Though the fact that a director hasn’t been officially hired yet hints at a possible delay in release.
Ocean’s 8 Cast Adds Hathaway & Rhianna
The planned follow-up to the Ocean’s series is due to begin filming in October with The Hunger Games director Gary Ross filming, and now we have two more names added to the already impressive female-led cast list. Joining Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Helena Bonham Carter and Mindy Kaling for the crime caper are Anne Hathaway and Rhianna. With one spot left to fill for the titular 8 characters, Elizabeth Banks looks set to be the missing link. Expect the announcement to be coming soon though.
More news as we get it but it’s likely (though unconfirmed) that Ocean’s Eight will hit cinemas late 2017.
Antoine Fuqua Directing Scarface Remake
Universal studios have announced that the planned Scarface remake will have The Equalizer director Antoine Fuqua in the directors chair. Fuqua, who is not a stranger to remakes, having previously brought The Equalizer to the big screen and with a Magnificent Seven remake due out soon, will be working with a new script which is currently going through the final draft with Straight Outta Compton writer, Jonathan Herman.
No news yet on who will be taking on the title role, made famous by Al Pacino in Brian De Palma’s previous remake of the Howard Hawks classic, but whoever lands the gig will certainly have a job on their hands. More news as we get it but for now you can see Antione Fuqua’s next film, The Magnificent Seven from September 23.
Shrek Director Filming New Curious George Movie
It’s been 10 years since everyone’s favourite curious monkey and his yellow-hatted friend graced the big screen, but it seems that Curious George is set to return soon. Universal studios are planning to bring a live-action version of Curious George with Shrek director Andrew Adamson in talks to jump into directing duties as well as co-writing.
While no plot details are known yet, the switch to live action gives us an idea of a Paddington-esque style film with probably a better possibility for a franchise than the previous attempt. Time will tell. As always though, more news as we get it.
Anil Kapoor Meets London Bollywood Fans
London East Shopping Centre, Europe’s first purpose-built boutique Asian shopping centre, will be hosting an exclusive meet and greet with international film star, Anil Kapoor on Saturday 20th August 2016 from 11am.
Lucky fans will have the opportunity to meet and snap selfies with one of Bollywood’s biggest superstars, who will be in London promoting Season Two of his explosive TV series, 24 on Colors TV.
He is reprising his role of anti-terrorism agent, Jai Singh Rathod, which was inspired by Kiefer Sutherland’s iconic tortured hero Jack Bauer. Anil Kapoor’s adaptation of 24 is as thrilling and gritty as the original, with season two seeing Rathod facing terrorists who have threatened to release a deadly virus across India.
Kapoor has successfully crossed over to Hollywood, starring in major blockbusters like the Oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire, Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, with Tom Cruise, as well as the original 24 series with Kiefer Sutherland.