Category Archives: Spoiler-itis

“Superman” Filming Moves to Vancouver.

Posted on September 17, 2011 by jlmicek

“Man of Steel” has wrapped up shooting in the City of Angels and now moves north of the border to Vancouver, B.C., for additional work. Here’s the skinny, via CosmicBookNews: “Autumn Frost [the nom de film for “Man of Steel”] … Continue reading →

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A New Man From U.N.C.L.E.

Posted on September 16, 2011 by jlmicek

If you’re a serious spy junkie or a television fan of … ahhh … a certain age, then the chances are good that you either know of, or have seen, “The Man From U.N.C.L.E.” The show, which from 1964 to … Continue reading →

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Man of Steel Set Video, Chicago

Posted on September 16, 2011 by jlmicek

If you squint, you can just about see actor Henry Cavil in the background of this scene. He’s the dude on the bike. Credit to Tsartz. And, the obligatory shot of the Metopolis Police cruiser: Credit to @mmanzoor.

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Fabulous “Dark Knight Rises” Set Video.

Posted on September 16, 2011 by jlmicek

Now here’s someone who’s put some effort into it. Bravo to SadPuppyProductions. From the set in Los Angeles: And one more for good measure: And this one’s a few days old, but here’s a decent shot of actress Anne Hathaway, … Continue reading →

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Still More Superman Photos From Chicago.

Posted on September 15, 2011 by jlmicek

These come via Gigwise and were shot by WENN/SplashNews. There’s a bunch of exterior shots and some of actor Michael Shannon, who’s playing the villainous General Zod in the Zack Snyder-helmed film.

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Avengers Update: Scarlett Johansson Wants More Fight Scenes.

Posted on September 13, 2011 by jlmicek

TotalFilm brings a  smile this morning with the news that “Avengers” actress Scarlett Johansson says she wants more fight scenes in the Joss Whedon-helmed superhero flick. As the fanboys among you are well aware, the crimson-haired actress portrays S.H.I.E.L.D. agent … Continue reading →

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Superman Filming in Chicago

Posted on September 12, 2011 by jlmicek

Live from Twitter, here’s some some pix of “Man of Steel” shooting in Chicago’s downtown Loop. Based on what I can see, it’s either the Federal complex around Dearborn or the Daley Center around State Street. Credit to @mogulnick

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Dark Knight: A First Look At The Batwing … And Your Weekend Box Office.

Posted on September 12, 2011 by jlmicek

Filming for “The Dark Knight Rises” continues in Los Angeles. And, courtesy of ComicBookMovie, here’s a look at The Batwing. There’s some mega-spoilers ahead, so click through at your own risk. And we’re onto this morning’s box office rundown. “Contagion” … Continue reading →

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“Man of Steel” Has Its Daily Planet.

Posted on September 9, 2011 by jlmicek

The newspaper geek/ex-Chicagoan in me rejoices at this report from Chicago Business: “Filming of the new Superman movie, “Man of Steel,” lands in Chicago on Wednesday with two downtown buildings playing the role of the Daily Planet. The Chicago Board … Continue reading →

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New “Dark Knight” Filming In Los Angeles.

Posted on September 9, 2011 by jlmicek

Courtesy of ComicBookMovie: Here’s some footage of shooting from Los Angeles on Thursday night for “The Dark Knight Rises.” If you advance to the one-minute mark, you’ll see actor Gary Oldman as Police Commissioner Jim Gordon. Be forewarned, there are … Continue reading →

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