Author Archives: Jennifer Tomooka

Two New Clips From ‘District 9’

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

With the release of District 9 imminent, two new clips — via MTV — have been released to give fans a small taste of what life is like in the mysterious District 9. The clips feature the local MNU (Multi-National … Continue reading →

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‘Cowboys & Aliens’ Script Finished

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

Screenwriting duo Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman (Star Trek) recently told Sci Fi Wire they turned in their draft of Cowboys & Aliens on Aug. 5 and are awaiting feedback on their adaptation of Fred Van Lente’s graphic novel. “We’ll … Continue reading →

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Michael Fassbender Discusses Inspiration for ‘Jonah Hex’ Henchman

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

For actor Michael Fassbender, getting into distinct characters is another day at the office. Over the last two years, he has transformed himself into a Spartan warrior, an emaciated hunger striker and a dashing English military man. For the upcoming … Continue reading →

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‘Battlestar’ Vet to Appear on ‘Caprica’

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

Luciana Carro is returning to Syfy with a role on the BSG prequel series Caprica. TV Squad is reporting that the actress best known for portraying Kat on BSG, the cocky Viper pilot and “stims” addict who eventually became Starbuck’s … Continue reading →

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Spielberg Eyeing ‘Halo’ Adaptation

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

Halo fans who have been patiently waiting for a movie version of their beloved video game — especially after the previous version was killed a few years ago — might have a reason to celebrate in the near future. The … Continue reading →

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Sony Offers First Look at ‘Priest’

Posted on August 4, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

Sony’s Screen Gems has launched an official website for the Scott Stewart-directed Priest adaptation, giving fans a first look at Paul Bettany in the lead role. Based on the popular manga TokyoPop comic book, Priest is set in a world … Continue reading →

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A ‘Pirates’ Life for Marshall?

Posted on August 4, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

Variety reports that Disney is considering Rob Marshall (Chicago, Memoirs of a Geisha) to direct the fourth installment of its Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. If successful, the move would easily put the film on track for a 2010 start … Continue reading →

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Original Cast Members Return to ‘Futurama’

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Jennifer Tomooka

Futurama fans of the world have five reasons to celebrate. Variety is reporting that the show’s original stars — John DiMaggio, Billy West, Katey Sagal, Maurice LaMarche and Tress MacNeille – reached an agreement with 20th Century Fox TV late … Continue reading →

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