FROM SPLASH PAGE: Ever since Michael Caine infamously name-checked Johnny Depp and Philip Seymour Hoffman as potential cast members for the next "Batman" movie, he's been on notice. According to Caine, who's currently making the rounds promoting his upcoming film "Harry Brown," he hasn't been on the receiving end of any details regarding Christopher Nolan's next foray in the Bat-universe... but that doesn't mean he isn't interested in where the franchise goes next.

MTV Movies Editor Joshua Horowitz caught up with Caine during the Toronto International Film Festival (where the "news" first got started last year) to pick his brain about the next "Batman" movie and joke about the scoop that rocked the 'Net.

Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Michael Caine On 'Batman 3': 'There Is No Johnny Depp In This Batman'

There are plenty of actors I wish would work with the Coen brothers again: Tim Robbins; Nicolas Cage; Beth Grant; William Forsythe; Tony Shalhoub; Philip Seymour Hoffman. Of course, the one that most of us Coen fans want the most is "The Dude" himself, Jeff Bridges. Well we're in luck, because the "Big Lebowski" star is in talks to join Joel and Ethan Coen for their remake of the 1969 comedic western "True Grit," according to Variety.

Based on Charles Portis' novel, the original "True Grit" starred an eye patch-wearing John Wayne as 'Rooster' Cogburn, an aging U.S. marshal who helps a 14-year-old girl find the man who killed her father. Also along for the ride in the original is country singer Glen Campbell, who additionally performed the film's Oscar-nominated theme song. "Grit" is mostly remembered for being the film that finally won Wayne his only Academy Award, which many fans consider to be one of those career-honoring Oscars. Read more...

MTV Movies editor Josh Horowitz is out of the country right now, gallivanting around the Toronto International Film Festival while the rest of us madly prepare for Sunday's 2009 Video Music Awards here in New York City. Josh got there yesterday, and he hit the ground running. There's plenty more to come from TIFF, but for now please enjoy these impressions of "The Invention of Lying," starring and directed by Ricky Gervais.

Is there such a thing as a genial black comedy? If so, “The Invention of Lying” might be it. This marks two Toronto fests in a row when a Ricky Gervais-starrer has screened (and junketed). I’ll be talking to Gervais, his leading lady, Jennifer Garner (don’t worry Ricky mocks this unlikely genetic coupling more than you possibly fathom), and Rob Lowe (in a typically nefarious turn—see “Wayne’s World 2” for reference.). Read more...

FROM SPLASH PAGE: In last week’s poll, I asked readers to vote on the “Batman 3″ rumors they wished were true. From Cher playing Catwoman and Christopher Nolan exiting the franchise to Philip Seymour Hoffman playing The Penguin and Christian Bale taking his growl elsewhere, there’s been no shortage of rumors surrounding the next installment of the Batman film franchise. And no rumor has been without its share of fans, either.

When all the votes were tallied, however, the margin of votes between the most popular rumor and the next wish-it-was-true option was one of the largest in any of our polls thus far. And while the winner isn’t much of a surprise, the support for some of the other might raise a few eyebrows (and cause some heart palpitations) among the Batman faithful.

Continue reading ‘Johnny Depp Playing The Riddler’ Voted Favorite ‘Batman 3’ Rumor

There's a peculiar love out there for the Coen brothers' "The Big Lebowski." Something about the quirky characters, bizarre story and hilarious writing that just sticks with people. I don't claim to understand it, but I am one of the many fans to have been caught in its tight, oddball embrace.

None of us really believe that there will ever be a proper "Lebowski" sequel, though a nugget of a rumor that's been floating around for years continues to fuel fan hopes. John Turturro's character, Jesus "The Jesus" Quintana, is a certified pedophile and master bowler. The actor has frequently mentioned the possibility of a spin-off movie, with everyone from co-star Philip Seymour Hoffman to Joel and Ethan Coen all hinting that it could indeed happen. MTV's Josh Horowitz got the latest from Turturro on the probably-never-happening project last night at the 20th anniversary celebration of Spike Lee's "Do The Right Thing":

Yesterday, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that the Best Picture category centerpiece at the yearly Oscar awards show will be expanded to include 10 nominees. We MTV Movies Team staffers were not amused.

In the wake of the announcement, many accusations surfaced that this move is nothing more than a ratings ploy. For many, the allegations spring from the fact that "The Dark Knight" -- a universally regarded hit and currently the fourth-highest grossing film of all time -- was snubbed for a Best Pic nomination. That got me thinking about all of the other incredible films which have fallen victim to Oscar politics over the years... Read more...

David Wain -- director of "Role Models" and "Wet Hot American Summer and creator of "Stella" and "The State" -- is live blogging the Oscars for MTV! Stay here throughout the night for up to the minute commentary.

Hi everyone and welcome to my Oscar live blog! This is it! The big night has finally arrived. I knew there would be a lot of stars out tonight - but I had no idea there would be over A DOZEN stars! Boy do we have a lot to talk about. I'll be updating you all moment by moment with my witty thoughts and reports... and away we go!

8:08 p.m. ET: So just to set the scene, I'm here in Hollywood, just a few miles from the site of the Oscars! I'm staying at the home of my friend and major movie star Elizabeth Banks, sitting in her TV room, watching the show!

Elizabeth Banks is not here with me, because she got invited to the Vanity Fair party. If I'd been invited to that, I'd be there and not blogging with all of you. So it's a win win! Here's Elizabeth and her husband Max right before they left! Read more...

The Academy Awards just happen to be the most glamorous night in Hollywood. So, being one of the glamorous people here at MTV News, I will be live-blogging the Oscars red carpet one fashion hit and miss at a time! (And of course, you’re here to tell me if you agree or disagree, so speak up in the comments section!) I can’t wait to see what everyone is wearing!

6:05 p.m. ET: Miley Cyrus is the early bird and she looks like she caught some sort of princess worm. Decked out in a tiered white dress with silver sparkles, Miley's dress is one Scarlett O'Hara would be proud of. Also, just saw "Milk" star Emile Hirsch in a little black suit.

6:22: "Mamma Mia!" star Dominic Cooper just arrived, and Hugh Jackman has confirmed that he will be performing with him, as well as Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens.

6:30: Speaking of, Zac just arrived in a tux and bow tie and slicked-back hair. Oh, to be 17 again! And, he's followed by Vanessa Hudgens in a black gown with white flowers and black sequin detailing. She says she wanted to look like Audrey Hepburn. If she says so... Read more...

With a Best Acting Oscar under his belt, and nominations pouring in for "Doubt," it was only a matter of time before Philip Seymour Hoffman decided to direct.

Variety reports that he's set to make his debut on "Jack Goes Boating" for Overture Films. Surprisingly, it's a romantic comedy -- albeit an unconventional one based on the off-Broadway play by Bob Glaudini.

Hoffman will star as Jack, reprising his role from the original play, will bring along his original costars John Ortiz and Daphne Rubin-Vega. The newcomer of the cast is the leading lady, Amy Ryan ("Gone Baby Gone") who will play Connie, Jack's love interest. Read more...

We weren't the only ones to rise early this morning, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association did too. The occasion? To unveil the nominees for the 2009 Golden Globes, airing in January.

We'll be bringing you full coverage throughout the day, including photos, reactions from those nominated and a lot more, so stay tuned to MTV.com for the latest and greatest from the Golden Globes. Below, check out the full list of movie nominees.

BEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Frost/Nixon
The Reader
Revolutionary Road
Slumdog Millionaire

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