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20 articles from 2009
Flowers for Will Smith
20 hours ago | Beyond Hollywood | See recent Beyond Hollywood news »
Flowers for Algernon is a story that I first read in grade school and yet remember fondly. It’s the story of Charlie, a mentally handicapped man who undergoes an experiment that drastically raises his Iq. Though pretty sentimental and pungent in weepy emotions, there is a lot that it says about intelligence and the way in which we relate to each other. Cliff Robertson (who you may remember as Uncle Ben from Spider-Man) earned an Academy Award in a 1968 adaptation, Charly. Now, according to Pajiba, who cite inside sources, Will Smith is planning to produce and star in an update of Flowers for Algernon. Will Smith is not foreign to sentimental films, having starred in movies like The Pursuit of Happyness and Seven Pounds. Unfortunately, he also has about twenty-five projects in development. Whether he eventually gets to them all, Algernon may have to wait. But if he does »
- Jacob
Writer Found For ‘Men In Black 3′
30 October 2009 4:45 PM, PDT | ScreenRant.com | See recent Screen Rant news »
Back in April we reported on news from the Sony ShoWest presentation that the studio was developing a script for a third Men in Black movie, something which built on the rumors from over a year ago that franchise stars Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones were interested in suiting up for some alien escapades once more. Fast forward to now and an update has come out that Men In Black 3 has found its writer in the form of Tropic Thunder screenwriter, Etan Cohen (not to be confused with one half of the famous Coen brothers, Ethan).
Variety is reporting that Columbia Pictures (which Sony owns) has tapped Cohen to pen the script, but beyond that no deals have been made for either Smith or Jones to reprise their roles. Although I’d be very surprised if the studio didn’t have talks going on with the two stars »
- Ross Miller
Butler Sets Sights on ‘Slide,’ Hopes for ‘Happyness’ Director
26 October 2009 9:14 PM, PDT | FilmSchoolRejects.com | See recent FilmSchoolRejects news »
Last week I got to talk with Gerard Butler, a man who your mother probably has up in poster form above her bed, on the occasion of Law Abiding Citizen hitting theaters and taking a lot of people's money. That film is the first that his production company Evil Twins, alongside manager Alan Siegel, has put out, and they are already getting the ball rolling on several others. Add Slide to that list. Straight from the Scottish horse's mouth: There’s a few different projects that we’ve been working on, but there’s one in particular – it’s a movie called Slide about a former baseball player who goes back to try and patch things up with his child and estranged wife and ends up coaching the kid’s baseball team," Butler said. "He becomes the subject of fascination and longer by every bored house wife in the town. And »
- Dr. Cole Abaius
Extraordinary Measures - New images from the film starring Harrison Ford and Brandon Fraser.
19 October 2009 8:16 AM, PDT | Movie Jungle | See recent Movie Jungle news »
New images are available for CBS Films' "Extraordinary Measures" drama starring Robert Nelson Jacobs adapts the screenplay based on the book "The Cure" written by Geeta Anand. Michael Shamberg, Carla Shamberg and Stacey Sher produce. The film opens January 22nd next year. In the tradition of great inspirational dramas like the Academy Award nominated film “Erin Brockovich” and “The Pursuit of Happyness,” “Extraordinary Measures” is inspired by the true story of John Crowley, a man who defied conventional wisdom and great odds, and risked his family's future to pursue a cure for his children's life threatening disease... »
Extraordinary Measures - Touching first featurette added for the CBS Films drama with Harrison Ford, Brendan Frasier and Keri Russell.
9 October 2009 2:02 AM, PDT | Movie Jungle | See recent Movie Jungle news »
See a touching featurette from CBS Films' "Extraordinary Measures" which sees theartres on March 19th, 2010. The screenplay is written by Robert Nelson Jacobs based on the book "The Cure" written by Geeta Anand. Tom Vaughan helms and Harrison Ford, Brendan Fraser, Keri Russell and Courtney B. Vance star. In the tradition of great inspirational dramas like the Academy Award nominated film “Erin Brockovich” and “The Pursuit of Happyness,” “Extraordinary Measures” is inspired by the true story of John Crowley, a man who defied conventional wisdom and great odds, and risked his family's future to pursue a cure for his children's life threatening disease. »
First Image and Featurette from Extraordinary Measures Starring Harrison Ford, Brendan Fraser and Keri Russell
8 October 2009 3:15 PM, PDT | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »
CBS Films has sent over the first image and a first look featurette from director Tom Vaughan’s (”Starter for 10,” “What Happens in Vegas”) “Extraordinary Measures”. The film stars Harrison Ford, Brendan Fraser and Keri Russell and it’s inspired by the true story of John Crowley, a man who defied conventional wisdom and great odds, and risked his family’s future to pursue a cure for his children’s life threatening disease. While the featurette is mostly the real John Crowley talking about his story, at the end Harrison Ford and Brendan Fraser say a few words. While this kind of movie might not appeal to all of you, with the cast involved, I thought it was worth sharing. I’m hoping with Tom Vaughan directing it’ll be more than a movie of the week. Take a look at the image and featurette after the jump. “Extraordinary Measures »
- Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub
He-Man Finds a New Home at Sony
24 September 2009 6:02 AM, PDT | Cinematical | See recent Cinematical news »
I told you that He Man and the Masters of the Universe would find a new home. Mere weeks after being booted out of Warner Bros, Variety reports that the once and future king of Eternia has found a new home at Sony. As you might remember, Joel Silver and Warner Bros were unable to agree on a direction for He-Man, and Mattel promptly took its toys and went elsewhere.
But if you really dug everything to do with Warner Bros' version (which was reportedly titled Greyskull), you'll have some cause for lament. Sony plans on starting with an entirely clean slate, which means John Stevenson will no longer be directing, and that all the script work by Justin Marks and Evan Daugherty will be scrapped. All of those concepts belong to Warner Bros, not Mattel, who was only able to bring Sony the action figure.
One also has to »
- Elisabeth Rappe
He-Man Settles At Columbia
24 September 2009 2:01 AM, PDT | FilmShaft.com | See recent FilmShaft.com news »
Masters of the Universe may be settling down at Columbia Pictures according to THR. Just a few weeks after Warner Bros. let their film option slide on the popular Mattel property, Columbia have entered negotiations for the option with Escape Artists attached to produce.
Warners picked up the rights to He-Man, Skeletor and co. in 2007, and put several writers on the project with John Stevenson to direct. Justin Marks put together a treatment back in 2008 which in turn was reviewed positively by several sites, however Mattel and Warner Bros. disagreed over the tone and feel of the movie and the project was stifled.
From the get go, Masters was likely doomed at Warner Bros. With the studio under pressure to deliver quality DC Comics properties to the screen Masters was always going to be an after thought, couple that with Mattel’s distaste for Justin Marks’ brilliant script and the »
- Craig Sharp
The Karate Kid Movie Poster
21 September 2009 12:00 AM, PDT | toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news »
Columbia Pictures just released this brand new movie poster from the upcoming remake “The Karate Kid” aka Kung Fu Kid by director Harald Zwart (The Pink Panther 2) and starring Jackie Chan (Rush Hour 3, Chinese Zodiac) and Jaden Smith (The Day the Earth Stood Still, The Pursuit of Happyness). Synopsis: Will Smith’s son Jaden Smith stars in this updated version of the 1980’s film that starred Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita. While the new film will be set in Beijing, it will borrow elements of the original plot, wherein a bullied youth learns to stand up for himself with the help of an eccentric mentor. Jaden Smith’s character moves to Beijing with [...] »
- Brian Corder
First The Kung Fu Kid Set Photos
17 September 2009 4:42 PM, PDT | Filmofilia | See recent Filmofilia news »
Take a look at the first pictures of Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan on the set of The Karate Kid remake, The Kung Fu Kid. Filming on the remake has begun in Beijing, and SpoilerTV was able to snap a few photos of all the action.
The new movie stars Chan as the wise kung-fu master, and Smith will play the young disciple.
Directed by Harald Zwart (One Night at McCool’s, The Pink Panther 2) and written by Chris Murphy and Steven Conrad (The Pursuit of Happyness) , The Kung Fu Kid is scheduled to hit theaters on June 11th, 2010.
The Kung Fu Kid, Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan
The Kung Fu Kid, Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan
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- Allan Ford
First Look: Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith Filming The Kung-Fu Kid
17 September 2009 10:34 AM, PDT | FilmSchoolRejects.com | See recent FilmSchoolRejects news »
They weren't kidding about the re-imagining of The Karate Kid that will star Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith. As proof, the folks at Spoiler TV have posted several images from the set of The Kung-Fu Kid. This is the first evidence we've seen of the Will Smith-produced project and I'm sure it will spark some outrage, as Jackie Chan looks nothing like Pat Morita. Jaden Smith stars as Dre, a skateboarding video game buff who is forced to move to China after his single mother (Taraji P. Henson) transfers there for work. Unable to speak Chinese, Dre finds it hard to settle down and fit in, leading him to an unfortunate confrontation with a local bully. Jackie Chan is Mr. Han, a maintenance man who spots the scars of Dre's encounter and offers to teach him martial arts and Chinese, so that he can defend himself against the students of Li Quan Ha's Fighting Dragon School »
- Neil Miller
First Look: Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan in The Kung-Fu Kid
17 September 2009 10:00 AM, PDT | Slash Film | See recent Slash Film news »
This is the first set photo I've seen from the Will Smith-produced remake/re-imagining of The Karate Kid, which thankfully has officially been retitled The Kung-Fu Kid. What are they doing? As you probably know by now, Jaden Smith plays Dre, a skateboarding video game buff who is forced to move to China after his single mother (Taraji P. Henson) is forced to transfer to the China for work. Of course, unable to speak Chinese, Dre finds it hard to settle in, and gets beat up by the local bully. Jackie Chan plays Mr. Han (the Mr. Miyagi character), a maintenance man who spots Dre's black-eye and offers to teach him both martial arts and Chinese, so he can defend against the students of Li Quan Ha's Fighting dragon school of Kung-Fu. Directed by Harald Zwart (The Pink Panther 2) and written by Chris Murphy and Steven Conrad (The Pursuit of Happyness »
- Peter Sciretta
Karate Kid writer
16 June 2009 2:12 AM, PDT | JoBlo.com | See recent JoBlo news »
Just one month before filming is set to begin on the Will Smith produced Karate Kid remake, the studio has hired a new writer to do some "work" on the script. Steven Conrad, who previously worked with Smith on The Pursuit Of Happyness, will spend the next few weeks sweeping the proverbial knee of the original draft written by Chris Murphy. The exact nature of the work (major changes or a minor polish?) remain to be seen and while it's certain to get a lot of negative spin on the... »
- Mike Sampson
Happyness Writer Picks Up Kung Fu Kid
15 June 2009 11:10 PM, PDT | EmpireOnline | See recent EmpireOnline news »
It looks like Will Smith is assembling a very serious team for his family reboot 80s classic The Karate Kid. Not only has he drafted screenwriter Steve Conrad who penned tear-jerker The Pursuit Of Happyness for himself and his son, but he has also signed Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson to play Jaden's single mother.Conrad, who wrote The Weather Man for Nicolas Cage, replaces newcomer Chris Murphy who was original hired to form the script. The established writer currently has two other irons in the script-writing fire with both familial drama Aloft and Brad Pitt look-alikey comedy Chad Schmidt in pre-production.Production on The Karate Kid/ Kung Fu Kid or whatever they are calling it now, kicks off next month with Agent Cody Banks director Harald Zwart overseeing the proceedings. Jackie Chan - who will assume the Mr Miyagi mentor mantle, now called Mr Han - must be practising his "wax on, »
Ralph Macchio Gives Jaden Smith Karate Kid Advice
6 March 2009 7:00 AM, PST | WorstPreviews.com | See recent Worst Previews news »
Will Smith called the original "Karate Kid" actor for advice as his son gets ready to star in the remake of the hit movie. Smith surprised Ralph Macchio, who played Daniel Larusso in the 1984 cult classic, by calling him out of the blue. "It was very cool," Macchio told E! News. "He called and said, 'Would you mind getting on the phone with my son?' I felt like Yoda to young Skywalker." Macchio said the 10-year-old Jaden, who appeared alongside his famous dad in 2006 movie "The Pursuit Of Happyness," was "adorable and completely respectful" when they chatted. "I just told him to have fun. That was my advice," he said. Seems like a wasted opportunity, since it was Macchio's chance to let Smith know exactly how he feels about the remake. It would have also been nice if he complained about Jaden wanting to remove the famous crane kick »
12th Annual EU Film Festival Highlights, Week One: ‘I’m All Good,’ ‘Zift,’ ‘Kisses,’ ‘Shall We Kiss’
4 March 2009 1:04 PM, PST | HollywoodChicago.com | See recent HollywoodChicago.com news »
Chicago – The Annual European Union Film Festival at the Siskel Film Center has become a calendar-clearing event for foreign film and arthouse movie lovers in the city of Chicago, but working your way through what to see of the five dozen films can be overwhelming. Let us guide the way.
This year’s edition, running from March 6th to April 2nd, includes high profile films from world renowned filmmakers like Peter Greenaway, Francois Ozon, Agnes Varda, Nicholas Roeg, Shane Meadows, Olga Malea, and Olivier Assayas, along with some movies that probably won’t be seen outside of the EU in the Windy City.
The 12th Annual European Union Film Festival includes 59 feature films, all of which are making their Chicago premiere. If you’re interested in seeing something off the beaten path, the EU is the fest for you. Week by week, every Wednesday, come back to HollywoodChicago.com for »
- adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
Seven Pounds DVD and BluRay Specs
8 February 2009 8:00 PM, PST | MoviesOnline.ca | See recent MoviesOnline news »
Seven Pounds is coming to BluRay and DVD March 31st and from Sony we have the specs. Will Smith reunites with the director and producers of The Pursuit of Happyness for the emotional drama Seven Pounds. In the film, Smith plays Ben Thomas, an IRS agent with a fateful secret who embarks on an extraordinary journey of redemption by forever changing the lives of seven strangers. Seven Pounds was produced by Todd Black (The Great Debaters, The Pursuit of Happyness), Jason Blumenthal (The Pursuit of Happyness, The Weather Man), James Lassiter (Hancock, I Am Legend), Steve Tisch (The Pursuit of Hap... »
Cinema release inspirations including Seven Pounds
16 January 2009 2:08 AM, PST | Boxwish.com | See recent BoxWish news »
Morning Boxwishers and welcome to the end of another week. Yes, you’ve made it through the long slog and now can look forward to two days of downtime, and to help you choose how to spend it we’ve got the skinny on all the exciting new releases hitting your local cinema from today. There’s Will Smith on I’m-a-serious-actor form, a punchy comeback and dogs in clothes (yes, you heard me – Dogs In Clothes!) So whatever tickles your fancy, choose from one of these movie morsels…
If you see… Will Smith reunite with his The Pursuit of Happyness director Gabriele Muccino for Seven Pounds, the story of how one man looks to change the lives of seven strangers.
Why Not Catch The Pursuit Of Happyness and some of Big Willy’s other, more meaty attempts at drama such as Ali, The Legend Of Bagger Vance and 6 Degrees Of Separation. »
Smith: 'Jaden Is Destined For Stardom'
15 January 2009 11:09 AM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »
Will Smith knew his son Jaden would follow in his footsteps and become an actor - because he has a natural instinct for role play.
The Hancock star's 10-year-old son is set to play the lead in the forthcoming movie remake of the Karate Kid and his father is sure the talented youngster will be perfect - because he is destined to be an actor.
Smith says, "He just naturally has a joy, a love, for people and for emotion so it's the perfect combination to be an actor. He is so inspired to do it."
The pair emulated their father-son relationship in 2006 movie The Pursuit Of Happyness - and Smith was astounded to see his son's acting ability.
He adds, "The director of The Pursuit Of Happyness, the same as Seven Pounds, (Gabriele Muccino), he didn't speak English too well so the direction would be mumbled: 'Jayden... I need to... okay, action!'
"It worked, somehow. Jaden, he understands emotion, he's really sensitive. The business is a little scary for me with him." »
Seven Pounds Gala Premiere In London
14 January 2009 1:01 PM, PST | EmpireOnline | See recent EmpireOnline news »
The sub zero temperatures did nothing to quell the hordes of fans lining up to see the King of Hollywood- Will Smith. With his name spelled out in 10 foot high letters across Leicester Square – Will later told us, “I said I wanted my name forty meters high- but they only made it four meters…!”- no-one could forget that it was time to get jiggy with Big Willy. And he pulled out all the stops to give the fans plenty of his time, with photos and autographs all round.Seven Pounds is a turn away from Mr Smith’s usual big blockbuster comedy fodder, and sees him reunited with the team that brought us his Academy Award nominated role in 2007’s The Pursuit Of Happyness. In order to avoid spoilers, the synopsis of the movie must be kept to a scant minimum, but the film follows a depressed IRS agent »
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