SCREAMtv's new approach

Can Ghostface and a supernatural theme really work together?

It's no surprise that a channel such as MTV would add a supernatural twist in their latest and controversial series SCREAMtv which is based off the Scream franchise. With hits such as Teen Wolf, MTV has admitted to adding a supernatural element in this new series. 

Weinstein told the Zurich Film Festival audience that there’s no overlap between the series and film franchise, adding that the series “is supposed to represent a new beginning and also pursue a supernatural direction.”

With information like this...twitter rants have yet again began to suggest why this series is a bad idea. "#Supernatural #Themes and #ghostface just don't work together. What the heck is #MTV thinking?! ~@DylanCohen3" is just one of the tweets against this. 

This all adds the question....Can Ghostface and a supernatural theme really work together? Looks like we will find out next year. 

On a brighter side of things...it turns out Scream 5 may have a chance to reach the cinema. If he gets his way....the Scream franchise will end with a fifth installment. 

Weinstein, from The Weinstein Company,  spoke  at the  Zurich Film Festival, in Switzerland, and said a few things about the production of the fifth installment. 

"Everyone lived in Scream 4, I'm begging him (Bob Weinstein) to do the movie and just end it. We've milked that cow." 

That means he is urging his brother, Bob - who heads Dimension Films -, to put the franchise back on track for a big finale. 

I will keep you posted on all updates to do with both these matters. 

Dylan

Ben Affleck Cast As Batman For Batman Vs Superman In 2015

Yep, that's Daredevil

Ladies and gentlemen, Batman has arrived! Earlier today, Warner Bros announced that Academy-Award winner Ben Affleck will be playing Batman, aka Bruce Wayne, in the Man of Steel sequel set for 2015. The actor, writer and director, best known for his award-winning films Argo and Good Will Hunting, was announced as The Caped Crusader this morning, as well as the film's release date, July 17, 2015.

I'm not too sure how I feel about this. Don't get me wrong, Affleck is an amazing actor, but I don't think he's suited for a superhero role (if Daredevil has taught us anything), but I'm willing to give him one chance to prove me wrong. He'll join Welshman Henry Cavill, who will reprise his role as Superman, on screen for the sequel, as well as in 2017 for the Justice League film.

I guess we'll have to wait and see how he does.

Ryan Meyers

Review: Elysium (2013)

Director: Neill Blomkamp
Writer: Neill Blomkamp
Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Sharlto Copley

The Plot:
In the late 21st century, Earth was overpopulated, and became overly polluted. The rich and wealthy now live on Elysium, a high-tech space station free of disease, violence, war etc. while the underprivileged remain on Earth. Fast forward to 2152, and Max de Costa (Damon), a factory worker on Earth with a criminal record, gets into an accident at work and gets exposed to a fatal amount of radiation. He's given only 5 days to live, and enlists the help of an old friend to try and get to Elysium to cure the radiation poisoning. Max gets a robotic exo-skeleton attached to him which makes him stronger, and holds information vital to breaking into Elysium.

The problem here lies in Elysium's military, led by Defense Secretary Delacourt (Foster), who will stop at nothing to keep Elysium free of illegal immigrants from Earth. Delacourt plans on overriding Elysium's systems so she can become President. With the help of an agent by the name of Kruger (Copley), who has a similar exo-skeleton to Max, Delacourt intends to steal the information held by Max to override Elysium's systems. Max also tries to help the daughter of an old friend who has been diagnosed with leukemia, by taking her to Elysium to cure her.

Comments:
Amazing. Elysium was an absolutely fantastic film. Blomkamp did a wonderful job in creating both the ravaged, polluted Earth and the pristine, corrupted-government run Elysium. Each character was perfectly cast. Damon and Foster delivered stand-out performances as Max and Delacourt. Everything about the film was done excellently. The writing, the story, the direction from Blomkamp, all amazing, very reminiscent of Blomkamp's previous film District 9.

Rating:
9.5/10

Ryan Meyers

Paranormal Activity 5 Release Date Confirmed; A New Paranormal Activity Coming Out In January

Some pretty fancy yoga going on around here.

Good news, horror fans! Paranormal Activity 5 is on its way. And, despite being pushed back, it will still keep to the tradition of a Halloween release, being released October 24 next year. Fans were disappointed when the fifth installment of the found-footage horror series was delayed from this year to next year. I am a fan of the series simply because it is so different from other horror movies, so I'm actually looking forward to PA5.

In other Paranormal Activity news, it has been announced that another Paranormal Activity movie, called Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones, will come out in January 2014. The spin-off will be Latino-focused, and will include a Catholic inquiry into all paranormal activity.

I'm unsure about The Marked Ones, but I'm still going to watch both with an open mind. Let's just see how they turn out.

Ryan Meyers

Introducing The 12th Doctor: Peter Capaldi

Maybe this isn't the most flattering photo...

The world went crazy today when BBC announced who would be replacing Matt Smith on the widely popular sci-fi series Doctor Who, and that man is Scottish actor Peter Capaldi. Capaldi, perhaps best known by his role in another BBC series The Thick Of It, as well as guest appearances on other shows like Torchwood, was announced to play the 12th incarnation of The Doctor, starting after Matt Smith leaves the show at the end of the year.

Capaldi is an amazing actor, and Whovians (that's what Doctor Who fans call themselves) went wild when it was revealed today that he would take on the role. I think Capaldi would do a terrific job as The Doctor, and it's nice to see a more mature face playing the role again. Capaldi will take over the role from Smith after the Christmas special, just after the 50th anniversary special in November. I can't wait.

Ryan Meyers

More Updates On 22 Jump Street, Including Reason Behind The Title And More

"Well, one of us is going to have to change."

With filming beginning in September for the sequel to the 2012 comedy hit 21 Jump Street, aptly named 22 Jump Street, directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller have announced some more news regarding the sequel. In a recent interview with Collider.com, Lord and Miller revealed they were returning to direct the sequel. They also compared the relationship between Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum in the movie to a marriage, stating "if the first movie is about two people getting together for the first time, this is about what happens if you try to really make the relationship work." 

Lord and Miller also revealed why the sequel is called 22 Jump Street, saying "it's called 22 Jump Street because the move across the street." Makes sense if you think about it. I can't wait for this to come out next year. I loved the first one and I'm sure this one will be amazing.

Ryan Meyers

"Poltergeist" Remake begins Casting

Without Heather O'Rourke will this movie be able to succeed?

The very controversial remake of "Poltergeist" has officially began casting announcing Rosemarie Dewitt (Promised Land, AMC's Mad Men) has been cast for the leading female role in the film. Gil Kenan (Monster House) is set to direct from a screenplay by David Lindsay-Abaire (Oz The Great and Powerful). The film is being produced by Sam Raimi (Evil Dead) and Rob Tapert (The Possession) by Ghost House Pictures. 

Fans aren't happy to see this petrifying classic being dabbled with, which is completely understandable especially since Heather O'Rourke (Carol), the young girl that says "There Back" in the original classic died at only 12 years old. Fans are angry that they are going to ruin her memory with this new remake. With little hope, fans will just have to wait and see if this remake can pull it off. 

Dylan Cohen

SCREAMtv announces writers.

SCREAMtv 's latest teaser.

MTV's president, Suzanne Daniels has announced an update on the upcoming SCREAMtv series.

"Dan Drowkin and Jay Beattle, who previously worked on Revenge and Criminal Minds, will write the pilot for Scream, which is eyeing a 2014 premiere."

More details coming soon....

20,000 Leagues Under The Sea Project Is Dead

I wonder how manny Weight Watchers points that guy is.

It looks like the new film adaption of Jules Verne's classic novel 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea is dead, and has been for months apparently. David Fincher was going to direct the film, which was going to shoot in Australia. The Sydney Morning Herald reported months ago that the film was still looking for a lead, and that the film would create many new jobs for Australians and boost the Australian economy. That was apparently a lie to try and attract any studios still willing to back the project.

Despite the backing by Disney, the film could never land a leading male. Brad Pitt passed on the film to work on another film, Channing Tatum thought it wasn't "bankable enough", Daniel Craig and Matt Damon passed due to the long schedule, and Fincher disagreed with the idea of Chris Hemsworth as the star. Too bad, I was looking forward to this. I love the novel, and seeing what direction Fncher would take it.

Ryan Meyers

Cory Monteith Found Dead In Vancouver, Aged 31

Sad news has struck Hollywood as Canadian actor Cory Monteith was found dead in his Vancouver apartment earlier today. Though the cause of death is not certain as of now, it seems to be an apparent overdose.

Monteith, best known for his role as Finn on Glee, was an amazing actor. He had his whole life ahead of him, and he will be sadly missed. Rest in peace, Cory.

Ryan Meyers

The Heat (2013) review

The Heat (2013)

Director:Paul Feig

Writer: Katie Dipold

Staring:Sandra Bullock

Melissa McCarthy

Demian Bichir

Marlon Wayans

Micheal Rapaport

Genre: Comedy, Action and Crime.

Plot:

FBI Agent, Sarah Ashburn (Bullock) , has her eye on promotion but she isn't liked by her co-workers. She is sent to Boston  to discover the identity of  Mr. Lassen, a drug lord.  Once arriving, Ashburn realises that Lassen is eliminating his competition by killing them.  Shannon Mullins (McCarthy) who is a very territorial police officer, sneaks her way onto the case. At first reluctant, Ashburn  agrees to work with Mullins . Together the two try to track down this mysterious Lassen. They will do anything to bring him down. When Lassen discovers this, he makes it personal. Now Mullins will do anything to finish the job.

Review:

Hysterical moments tied in with the intense storyline made a classic enjoyable film. Hysterical moments spread throughout the movie were very plausible...and by the sound of the the theatres laugh, everyone enjoyed it. Sandra Bullock, returned to a FBI role after  Miss Congeniality and she did not disappoint. Melissa  McCarthy was absolutely hysterical. She did a fantastic job at playing Mullins. Her character was rather enjoyable and very very enthusiastic and passionate. She also had this soft side seen with her family.

But back to the movie...The Heat did not disappoint. Full with the action,  and comedy...we were able to witness two  completely different people trying to work together to bring down the drug lord Lassen. Although predictable at times, the chemistry between the two characters is just great. 

Mullins constant use of swear words could have been toned down a bit after using a swear word in nearly every single one of her sentences. I went in thinking 'd get a "classic buddy cop" movie mixed with stupid humor like Adam Sandler's "Jack and Jill". I was proved wrong because what I got was a fast-paced, situational based humor, with a great, orriginal, storyline.It delivers laughs like a comedy should and adds a fun to follow storyline.

I seriously suggest you go and watch the hysterical movie. 

Rate:IMDb  has a rate of 7.4. I personally believe it is worth an 8.5. 

Disagree? I'm sure many people will due to the very mixed emotions about this movie. How do you feel about the movie? Feel free to comment. 

Thanks for reading. 

Dylan Cohen

Dumb And Dumber To Will Begin Filming In September; Jeff Daniels Comments On The Script

My reaction to hearing the news of a sequel

Well, development on the sequel to perhaps one of the greatest comedies ever, Dumb And Dumber, is underway. Universal Studios has acquired the rights to the sequel, called Dumb And Dumber To, and both Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels are reprising their roles as Lloyd and Harry. The Farrelly Brothers and coming back to both write and direct the sequel, hoping for a September 2014 release.

Jeff Daniels recently appeared on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and they discussed the sequel. Daniels said that filming begins in September. He said he has seen the script, which he loves, and that “we’re middle-aged, we’re not pretending we aren’t. We’re middle-aged and we’re still that stupid.”

I personally can not wait for this to come out. The first on was hysterical, and 'm sure this one will be too.

Ryan Meyers

Curse of Chucky Trailer Released

Earlier today, the Official "Curse of Chucky" trailer was released. This 6th film in the franchise is direct to DVD and Blu-Ray on October 8 and doesn't have a cinema release. This angered some fans for such a franchise like "Child's Play". 

Unlike the previous two films "Bride of Chucky" and "Seed of Chucky" which took a different approach with comedy, this one will live up to the original trilogy with horror as it's major genre. Also, Tiffany and Glen/Glenda do not take any part in this film and focuses purely just on Chucky...the famous "good guy" doll we all fell in love with. 

Curse of Chucky stars Brad Dourif who has voiced Chucky throughout the entire franchise. It also stars Danielle Bisutii (Insidious:Chapter 2), Fiona Dourif (True Blood), Brennan Elliott (Double Jeopardy) and Chantal Quesnelle (Blue Mountain State).

The R-rated film follows the events after Child's Play 3.

After the events of Child's Play 3, Nica, a young woman forced to a wheelchair since birth, has to regroup her sister, Barb and her brother-in-law, Ian for a funeral after the death of her mother. While dealing with Barb, Ian, along with their 5-year-old daughter, Alice; Nica receives an odd package - a creepy doll. After people start showing up dead, the fearless Nica soon suspects that the creepy doll is much more than just a doll.~Shawn Martin (IMDb). 

Below is the long awaited and anticipated trailer. 

Dylan Cohen

U3D Casts: SCREAMtv

SCREAMtv, the new anticipated film to TV sensation reaches our TV's in Summer 2014. Casting has been rumoured to begin and rumours are spreading fast of possible actors and actresses. So, today, Unnecessary 3D fan-casts SCREAMtv.

Hayden Panettiere, the very popular actress, stared in Scream 4 with her character "Kirby" as an instant sensation. Her fate in the fourth film was never revealed and sources said that if there were to be a "Scream 5", she would definitely be in....maybe as the new female lead. This is why she is a very popular choice for the new TV series. Fans would follow especially if she were to be Kirby Reed. Kirby was said to be the female version of Randy. If Hayden were to take the lead of the franchise to college/university, Ghostface would have a new bunch of kids to kill...the next generation. 

                               

    Sophia Bush, star of One Tree Hill, The Hitcher and Stay Alive surely is known for her amazing acting. This

actress was originally rumoured to be in Scream 5 as Sidney's 

new love's sister. She was said to be a main character. However, 

after the news of SCREAMtv, fans jumped at the chance and made

teasers with Sophia Bush in the middle next to Kirby. Of course, Sophia

could pull a role like this off. She's hot, great and definitely not new

to the horror genre. Sophia Bush would do absolutely amazing 

in this new series.

Hilary Duff, was also rumoured to be in Scream 5 as Kirby's best friend. She has the hot looks to pull of any role she wants.  This former Disney star has really grown up since her Lizzie McGuire days. Hilary would be perfect...you could see her as a new Tatum like character.

Kellan Lutz. This Twilight star has many talents. Said to be the love interest of the new main in the horror series should actually be quite easy for him. One of the upcoming actors of this century, SCREAMtv could really launch his career even bigger. He could actually do quite well in the series...who knows, he might even be the man behind the mask. His already massive fan-base would grab an audience...so it would be a very smart, strategic move to have this guy.

Logan Lerman, mostly known for his role in The Perks of being a Wallflower is one of the biggest possible actors rumoured. This up and rising star could play the nerd character in the series. His strong and great acting in previous films really gives sympathy  to characters so he could add quite a strong point to the series.

Ashley Rickards, an American actress sure is on the way up. Season 6 star of One Tree Hill and a main of Awkward , this star has no problem in stretching from different characters. She has the look to be a college student easy...being a bitchy cheerleader or a smart nerd. She can pull of any roles.

Luke Mitchell, former star of Australian Soap Home and Away and star of new SciFi series "The Tomorrow People" set for a release on CW this fall, would be a great candidate for a show like this. His acting abilities are quite amazing and after only one month overseas, he managed to get a massive role. Luke could really be any character. It would be great too see him in a series like this as well. It will really range his options. 

After a few weeks of confirmation, fans have gone overboard with "teasers". So who do you think will be great for a role like this? SCREAMtv is set for a 2014 release. Auditions have been rumoured to start and the script is supposedly being written. The writer and everyone involved in the project is tight lipped however.

Let us know in the comments who you think is involved. 

Dylan Cohen

Captain Planet Movie On The Way At Sony

Mmm... that chiseled chin

With our powers combined, we finally have good news about our favourite green-haired eco-warrior. The folks over at Sony have announced that a film adaption of the 90's animated series Captain Planet and the Planeteers. The series focused on a group of teenagers from around the world who are chosen by Gaia to defend the earth from pollution etc. When the problem is too big for them to handle, they combine their powers and call upon Captain Planet, a superpowered elemental warrior who uses the powers of Fire, Water, Earth, Air and Heart to defeat the villains.

I do like Captain Planet, and the series was well done. With voice of Whoopi Goldberg as Gaia, and a special appearance by Neil Patrick Harris in one epsiode, the series was extremely popular around the world. Though we have seen sort of a sneak peek when Don Cheadle played Captain Planet in a Funny Or Die sketch, we haven't really had any live-action adaption. I hope Sony does this well.

Ryan Meyers

Marvel Apparently Looking To Talk With Vin Diesel

PUT ME IN YOUR MOVIE NOW!

Okay, I know that some of you guys don't like superhero posts, but I felt this needed to be shared. Action superstar Vin Diesel took to his Facebook page today and said that “Marvel has requested a meeting… no idea what for… haha, you probably know better than me…” Seems interesting. Diesel has always been a favourite of mine, and I'd love to see him in a superhero movie.

Diesel, best known for his roles in the Fast & Furious series and The Chronicles of Riddick, is only in early talks at the moment. This doesn't mean he's definitely going to be in a Marvel movie, but it is an interesting idea. To have Marvel look for someone like Diesel for a character is promising for more big, buff characters. Fans have already speculated what characters Diesel could play, including the main villain for The Avengers 2 Thanos. I can't wait to hear more of this.

Ryan Meyers

Knight Rider Movie Adaption On The Way

Is he driving with his feet?

It seems like 80's TV fans have another reboot to look forward to as a film adaption of Knight Rider is in the works. Currently, The Weinstein Company owns the rights to Knight Rider, and it was announced the Brad Copeland (Wild Hogs) is attached to write the script.

The series originally starred David Hasselhoff as Michael Knight, a detective who was brought back to life as a high-tech crime fighter, fighting alongside his vehicle sidekick K.I.T.T. Hasselhoff has said in the past he wants to be involved in one way or another, but there is no word on whether William Daniels (the voice of K.I.T.T.) will come back.

I've always loved the concept behind Knight Rider, but never got around to watching it myself. I can't wait to see how this film turns out.

Ryan Meyers

First Trailer For The LEGO Movie Released

Town may or may not be included

I know I'm late on this, but the first trailer for The LEGO Movie was released earlier this week. The story revolves around Emmet, an ordinary LEGO man who is mistaken for the only person who can save the world from the evil President Business, and gets help along the way from various LEGO characters. This is LEGO's first big movie, and it looks amazing.

The trailer gives a basic run-down of the story, as told by a very holy-looking character, perfectly voiced by Morgan Freeman, as well as giving us a look at some of Emmet's LEGO allies, including Batman, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and a 1980's astronaut. This movie is going to be great, and the sets are amazingly crafted. I can't wait for it.

Here's the trailer:


Ryan Meyers

Ubisoft Looking For Far Cry, Rabbids and Watch Dogs Movie Adaptions

This is how we should all get around

A lot has been happening in the gaming world in the past few days with the E3 expo going on. Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo have all announced big news regarding games and consoles, but what most interests me is what Ubisoft has in mind. With Splinter Cell, Assassin's Creed and Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon being set up for film adaptions, the French game studio is apparently looking at some other properties to get the same treatment. Ubisoft wants their games Far Cry, Rabbids and Watch Dogs to be adapted into feature films.

Far Cry has been adapted before, starring Til Schweiger as the protagonist, but it would be interestinng to see how they make the new one. Rabbids has always been a favourite of mine, and I see the Rabbids similar to the Minions in Despicable Me. As for Watch Dogs, it could be something along the lines of The Bourne Identity crossed with The Matrix. As for now, we don't know much except that they're planning it. Let's just wait and see.

Ryan Meyers

21 Jump Street Sequel Called, You Guessed It, 22 Jump Street

Starring Fabio and Eminem.

Movies that have numbers in their titles are always hard to name when it comes to sequels. 300 dodged a bullet when they announced their upcoming sequel/spin-off 300: Rise of the Empire. Today's news came as a bit of a shock, but actually quite expected. It was announced that the sequel to 2012's comedy hit 21 Jump Street, starring Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill, will be called 22 Jump Street.

Not much is known about this film quite yet, except that it will find Tatum and Hill infiltrating a college, and that Ice Cube will return as Captain Dickson. I loved the first film, but haven't got around to watching the original series yet, even though it kick-started Johnny Depp's career. I can't wait for this to come out, but I'll have to until June 2014.

Ryan Meyers