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Comic-Con Day Four: 'Friday the 13th,' 'Evil Dead' News(!), And A 'Death Race'

Posted 7/27/08 1:31 pm EST by in Comic-Con


Sam RaimiIt's day four of Comic-Con which means yes, sadly the end is near. But our coverage is just beginning today. Before the sun sets on San Diego tonight we'll have talked to everyone from Jason Statham and Wes Craven to the cast of the new "Friday the 13th."

Not a bad lineup and it all comes after a Saturday chock full of scoops. If you weren't with us yesterday you missed McG and Anton Yelchin talking "Terminator Salvation," Frank Miller talking about the "300" prequel, and the latest on "The Clone Wars."

Today the news keeps flying fast and furious. Coming up soon right here you'll find the latest on "The Wolfman," breaking news on James Franco's role as a world famous writer, and Sam Raimi with an "Evil Dead" update. And that's only what we know right now. More big surprises are surely on the way as this crazy Comic-Con wraps up.

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Frank Miller On '300’ Prequel: 'I Know Nothing'

Posted 7/26/08 7:42 pm EST by in Comic-Con, Uncategorized


FROM SPLASH PAGE: By the end of "300," the Persians had won, the Hot Gates were passed, and King Leonidas and his men, each and every one save Dilios the Storyteller, were killed. So, of course, they’re all coming back for the seemingly-confirmed sequel, right? Well maybe someone should tell Frank Miller, who seemed perplexed when we posed the question to him. Read More...

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Humming The 'X-Files' Theme Song And Getting Spooked By Frank Miller At 'I Want To Believe' Premiere

Posted 7/24/08 5:57 pm EST by in Interviews


Frank MillerBy Yasmine Richard

Back in the day, I caught an episode or two of "The X-Files." So when I got the call to cover the red carpet for the "X-Files: I Want to Believe" premiere, I was down to catch a sneak peek of the fabulous Gillian Anderson, a.k.a. Agent Scully.

I knew it was gonna be an interesting night when I pulled into the parking structure, got out of my car, headed to the elevator and was followed by the Joker. Good ol' Hollywood impersonators. Needless to say, I was taking the stairs.

Once I made it to the blocked-off streets of Hollywood, I was reminded of how popular the show is. There were legions of fans out there supporting those alien-chasing agents. Sometime later, the stars and makers of the film hit the red carpet, including David Duchovny, Anderson, Xzibit, director/writer Chris Carter and even the guy who made the creepy "X-Files" theme song! I hummed it for him, and he asked if he could sample my voice. I kid you not!

By far my favorite interview was with the man behind "300" and "Sin City": Frank Miller. He was gracious enough to give me some details about his upcoming movie, "The Spirit." And when I asked him how he comes up with all these crazy films he said, "To scare people like you." Yikes!

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The Dailies: May 13, 2008

Posted 5/13/08 4:08 pm EST by in Dailies


Red Fraggle- Dance your cares away (clap, clap). Worries for another day. Weinstein Co. to make "Fraggle Rock" with "Hoodwinked" writer Cory Edwards. (Variety)

- "The Spirit" is willing...A look at Sam Jackson's The Octopus comes courtesy of Comic-Con Magazine. (Comic-Con)

- Speaking of the man behind "The Spirit," Frank Miller NOT directing Buck Rogers. In other news, I still have no idea what a Buck Rogers is. (Haha. Everyone else is old!) (io9)

- Superhero fashion finally gets its own exhibit...at the Met no less. Stay tuned for our own special report on the festivities. (Metropolitan Museum of Art)

- Is Guy Ritchie directing "Sgt. Rock"? Joel Silver thinks so. (AICN)

- "The Hills" star Audrina Patridge lands role in "Into the Blue 2," the sequel to the Jessica Alba/Paul Walker bomb. Wait, what? (Hollywood Reporter)

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The Dailies: May 9, 2008

Posted 5/9/08 6:16 pm EST by in Dailies


Gore Verbinski- So much for the Fountain of Youth."Pirates" director Gore Verbinski to tackle "Bioshock." (Variety)

-Frank Miller to adapt "Buck Rogers"? (IGN)

- Kill the Wabbit! Kill the Wabbit! "Donnie Darko" sequel to start shooting next week. (Screen Daily)

- If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits 88mph, you're gonna see some serious sh--. DeLorean named best movie car of all-time. (Rotten Tomatoes)

- For years I've stared at Jessica Abla. Now Jessica Alba stares back. (People)

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EXCLUSIVE: Frank Miller In Talks To Direct 'Hard Boiled' Movie

Posted 4/21/08 2:37 pm EST by in Hot Stuff, News


'Hard Boiled'It's been called one of the most violent comic books ever created, and now Frank Miller's "Hard Boiled" may finally be seeing its way to the big screen.

At one time developed as a starring vehicle for Nicolas Cage with none other than David Fincher directing, MTV News can exclusively reveal that the acclaimed three-issue miniseries is once again inching closer to a Hollywood reality, this time under the tutelage of "Spirit" producer Deborah Del Prete.

"We're talking about [it]," Miller declared to us at NY Comic Con. "I've got a really unusual way I want to do it." Read More...

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Trailer Premiere: Frank Miller's 'The Spirit'

Posted 4/19/08 7:45 pm EST by in Hot Stuff, Video


The moment many of us have waited for has finally arrived...we're thrilled to present exclusively to you the very first trailer for Frank Miller's hotly-anticipated film, "The Spirit," based on Will Eisner's iconic superhero. Starring Gabriel Macht, Eva Mendes, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, and a host of others, "The Spirit" arrives January 16, 2009.

Watch it below, or click here to view it in glorious HD, plus to watch more video coverage from NY Comic-Con.

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Grab 'The Spirit' Spidget, Plus See The Film's Trailer Here On April 19

Posted 4/8/08 8:47 pm EST by in News


A mysterious widget for Frank Miller's upcoming adaptation of Will Eisner's "The Spirit" has begun floating around online, first on personal Facebook and MySpace pages, then on Web sites like Ain't It Cool News and others, counting down, promising that "I'm on my way!"

Could it be a clock signaling the film's first trailer? Sure is, but if the Spirit is willing, well, he'll have to stop by our site first. MTV News will have the exclusive first look at the trailer for Miller's eagerly anticipated flick, starring Gabriel Macht, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendes, to premiere during NYC Comic-Con. After that, he'll make his way across the Web via those now ubiquitous widgets. In the meantime, keep checking in with MTV for much more on "The Spirit" direct from Comic-Con.

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The Dailies: February 28, 2008

Posted 2/28/08 2:15 pm EST by in Dailies


Gerard Butler in '300'- Gerard Butler confirms he'll voice the captain in the animated "Tales of the Black Freighter." Extra will show up on the "Watchmen" DVD. (Empire)

- "I am one lucky S.O.B." Frank Miller's got the "Spirit," blogs an update on the comic book film. (The Spirit)

- From the humans who brought you "Finding Nemo." First poster for "Wall-E" makes its way to Earth. (Cinematical)

- "Office" masterminds (and comic geniuses) Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant reuniting for film script "The Men at the Pru." (BBC)

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The Dailies: February 12, 2008

Posted 2/12/08 1:25 pm EST by in Dailies


- Mazel Tov! Coen Brothers nab rights to "The Yiddish Policemen's Union," an alternate history written by Pulitzer Prize winner (and "Spider-Man 2" scribe) Michael Chabon. (Variety)

- Could Will Ferrell be the next centerfold in Sports Illustrated's swimsuit issue? Funnyman teams up with Heidi Klum for a "Semi-Pro" photo shoot. (Sports Illustrated)

- Marisa Tomei grapples the lead for Darren Aronofsky’s "The Wrestler." (Variety)

- If the body is willing ... Frank Miller signs on for two sequels to "The Spirit." (Superhero Hype)

- New Line is tricksy and false, according to lawsuit filed by Tolkien estate. (Telegraph)

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