-- Wait... you mean an IESB rumor has been debunked?! I don't believe it. A weekend rumor that Steven Spielberg is interested in at the very least producing an adaptation of the hit video game "Halo" has been officially put to rest. Microsoft commented on the "news," stating that any "Halo" motion picture projects are officially on hold while the publisher concentrates on making games. I can't imagine why. Maybe it's the $60 price tag vs. the $10 movie ticket. (Kotaku)
-- Molly Ringwald wrote out a lengthy, heartfelt remembrance of her tragically fallen "Breakfast Club" and "Sixteen Candles" director, John Hughes. A lot has been said of Hughes in the past week, but Ringwald's reminiscence eclipses them all. (The New York Times) Read more...
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For many gamers -- myself included -- "District 9" director Neill Blomkamp was the next great hope for a competent video game-to-film adaptation. He paired up with Peter Jackson to deliver a big screen take on Microsoft's pride and joy franchise, "Halo." The plans ultimately fizzled out due to uncertain supporting studios and an even more uncertain financial environment. It turns out that the project's death was for the best, as without it Blomkamp's plate was cleared for next week's "District 9."
The South African filmmaker spoke with MTV's Josh Horowitz at Comic-Con, and he was more than happy to discuss his experiences with "Halo." Really though, "happy" isn't the right word. Blomkamp is clearly bummed that he didn't get to tackle Master Chief's adventures. Check the interview highlights and the video after the jump. Read more...
As an avid video gamer and movie buff, I am constantly on the lookout for interesting projects that meld the two mediums in some way. There's admittedly a spotty history where games being adapted into film is concerned, but things are changing as Hollywood accepts a youthful new guard and gaming becomes more of an everyday hobby.
One of the rising stars among Hollywood writers is Stuart Beattie. He wrote all three "Pirates of the Caribbean" movies, Michael Mann's "Collateral," Alaskan vampire comic book adaptation "30 Days of Night" and the upcoming "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra." Yeah, Beattie's star is pretty well risen at this point. He also happens to be an avid gamer, and a big fan of Bungie Studios' "Halo" series. Read more...
