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Brett Ratner's Oscars Replacement Is Brian Grazer

Posted 11/10/11 9:00 am EST by Josh Wigler in News, Oscars

Developments on the Academy Awards front are coming in fast and furious. First came word that Brett Ratner was resigning as Oscars producer in light of the controversial remarks he made during a "Tower Heist" public screening last weekend. Less than 24 hours later, Eddie Murphy dropped out as the show's host, leaving the biggest night in Hollywood without two of its most important creative pillars.

Well, at least one of those holes has now been filled: Imagine Entertainment co-founder Brian Grazer has been tapped to replace Ratner as producer of the 2012 Academy Awards.

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'Slumdog Millionaire' Actor Is Jack Bauer In '24: India'

Posted 11/9/11 1:44 pm EST by Josh Wigler in News, TV

Ever since the clock ran down on the real-time thriller "24," fans have been itching for more Jack Bauer. Sure, it's nice that we'll get Kiefer Sutherland back on the small screen in the new Fox drama "Touch," but it's just not the same. We want Jack. We want endless hours of counter-terrorism and espionage badassery. We want more "24."

Well, though we're still waiting on official word about the movie, "24" is making a comeback… albeit in quite the unexpected way.

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Henry Cavill Talks 'Man Of Steel' And 'Immortals' On Tonight Show

Posted 11/9/11 11:37 am EST by Josh Wigler in News, splash page

Man of Steel

Henry Cavill won't burst onto the scene as Superman for a little while yet, but you're about to get your first good look at the man in action-hero mode this weekend with the release of "Immortals." The actor appeared on The Tonight Show this week to talk about his new movie, and he offered up quite a bit on his "Man of Steel" routine as well. We've got the full rundown on his appearance right over here.

Check out more comic book movie news beyond the break!

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'Dark Knight Rises' On Wall Street, 'Avengers' Scores Composer

Posted 11/8/11 11:12 am EST by Josh Wigler in News, splash page

"The Dark Knight Rises" is almost finished with its New York City rampage, and oh, what a rampage indeed. MTV News was on hand for some of the NYC-shooting of Christopher Nolan's final Batman movie, and we've got all the details for you in our new weekly column, The Weekly Rising. Check out footage from the NYC set below!

There's more comic book movie news beyond the break.

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'Die Hard 5' Seeks 'Hunger Games,' 'Breaking Bad' Actors

Posted 11/7/11 11:33 am EST by Josh Wigler in Casting Call, Commentary

Die Hard

It's "A Good Day to Die Hard" for a certain group of young actors. The search to find John McClane's son is officially on and down to three possible players, according to reports: Aaron Paul of "Breaking Bad," Ben Foster of countless creepy roles, and "Hunger Games" leading man Liam Hemsworth.

Beyond the jump, we're breaking down each of Bruce Willis' potential new co-stars.

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Robert Pattinson On 'American Idiot,' Jeff Buckley Rumors: 'I Don't Know'

Posted 11/4/11 4:00 pm EST by Josh Wigler in Interviews, News

"Breaking Dawn" remains the hot item on Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner's dance cards for the foreseeable future, but it's certainly not the only movie either actor has in development. Pattinson's breaking away from his Edward Cullen image in a big way with director David Cronenberg's upcoming "Cosmopolis," for example, while Lautner's name has been attached to a wide range of projects including "Cancun" and "Stretch Armstrong."

Beginning with Pattinson, the sometime vampire has found himself at the center of rumors that he'd be starring in two upcoming musically-driven projects: an adaptation of the Green Day musical "American Idiot," for one, and a Jeff Buckley biopic for another. Perhaps he was merely playing coy, but Pattinson claimed ignorance regarding both films during this week's "MTV First: 'Breaking Dawn - Part 1'" interview.

"I don't know why," he told MTV News when asked where these rumors came from. "I don't know. Not really. The Jeff Buckley thing, I just love Jeff Buckley's music. 'American Idiot,' I don't know where that came from."

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Five Reasons To See 'A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas'

Posted 11/4/11 12:10 pm EST by Josh Wigler in Five Reasons, Reviews

"A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas" is, as expected, a perfect "Harold & Kumar" movie. If you've enjoyed this mismatched duo's misadventures to White Castle and from Guantanamo Bay in the past, there's simply no way you'll have anything but an awesome time with their holiday spectacular, hitting theaters today (November 4).

I don't think you really need extra convincing — either you love these movies, or you don't — but just in case you're seeking added incentive, go beyond the break for five reasons you need to see "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas."

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Robert Pattinson: 'Twilight' Audition Tapes Will Never See The Light Of Day

Posted 11/4/11 11:00 am EST by Josh Wigler in Hot Stuff, Interviews, News

Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner are all household names, but they weren't always that way. A little tiny something called "Twilight" changed the game for each of them, elevating them from promising young actors to full-fledged movie stars. Whether you're pinning it on Kristen's allure, Rob's mystique or Taylor's infamous abs, there's no doubt that there's a unique chemistry to the core "Twilight" trio that is absolutely essential to making these films work. And, according to the three of them, the chemistry between them came very quickly.

"I think [our chemistry] was very immediate," Lautner told us during "MTV First: 'Breaking Dawn – Part 1,'" our exclusive 30-minute chat with the "Twilight" cast last night (November 3). "Amongst everyone, it was just a warm and fuzzy feeling."

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Kristen Stewart 'Would Love' To Make 'Snow White' A Franchise

Posted 11/3/11 9:30 pm EST by Josh Wigler in Interviews, News, Video

"Breaking Dawn" won't fully finish the "Twilight" saga until part two arrives in theaters next fall. But even before Kristen Stewart puts Bella Swan behind her, she'll be stepping into another iconic character's shoes — or armor, as it were.

Stewart is the star of "Snow White and the Huntsman," director Rupert Sanders' take on the classic fairy tale about the fairest maiden of them all. But don't call this Snow White a maiden — in Sanders' vision, Stewart's Snow is a sword-wielding, armor-clad warrior training under the tutelage of the titular huntsman, played by "Thor" star Chris Hemsworth. Those involved with "Huntsman" have already drawn comparisons to "Lord of the Rings," and it's not just because of their similarities in style… if all goes well, "Snow White" could launch a brand new franchise for Stewart.

But having already participated in five "Twilight" films, some of the most hotly watched movies in recent memory, is Stewart really ready for another franchise? We put that question to the star during "MTV First: 'Breaking Dawn – Part 1'" — our exclusive sit-down with "Twilight" stars Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner — and she explained why she's more than happy to continue on with the "Snow White" brand.

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Henry Cavill's 'Man Of Steel' Fan Support, 'Iron Man' Stays Drunk

Posted 11/2/11 2:55 pm EST by Josh Wigler in News, splash page

It ain't easy being Superman. Sure, he's got X-ray vision, and yes, bullets bounce off his chest. But actor Henry Cavill also has to deal with an overwhelming amount of attention from onlookers when it comes to assuming the iconic role for "Man of Steel." Thankfully, the fan support he's received has been equally overwhelming, and Cavill expressed his gratitude in a new interview with MTV News. Check it out below.

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