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Category Archives: Superhero Cinema
Ben Kingsley To Join “Iron Man 3” Cast?
Could be. Citing a report from Variety, Brit film site HeyUGuys writes this morning that the lauded, veteran actor is said to be in final talks to play the villain in Shellhead’s continuing adventures. Here’s the nut graf: “Kingsley’s character … Continue reading
Posted in action, Film News, Spoiler-itis, Superhero Cinema
Tagged Ben Kingsley, Gwyneth Paltrow, Iron Man 3, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson
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New Avengers “Roll Call” Trailer Debuts
Here’s yet another trailer for the Joss Whedon-directed superteam flick. The closer we get to the May 4 release date, the faster these things seem to spring up. New Avengers “Roll Call” Trailer Debuts, posted with vodpod (h/t ComingSoon)
Captain America Tells Hulk To Smash In New Avengers TV Spot.
You know you’ve been waiting this one. <p. Via ComingSoon, here’s a new TV spot for the Joss Whedon-directed superteam flick. Pay attention about three-quarters of the way through as Chris Evans (Captain America) issues the famed admonition. Captain America … Continue reading
“X-Men: First Class” Sequel To Start Shooting In January.
Avoiding a conflict for star Jennifer Lawrence, whose life has been apparently taken over by the “The Hunger Games” juggernaut, the sequel to Marvel’s 2010 mutant prequel will start shooting in January 2013, ComingSoon reports. Here’s the nut graf: “The … Continue reading
Posted in action, Casting News, Sequel-Itis, Superhero Cinema
Tagged Jennifer Lawrence, Matthew Vaughn, X-Men First Class Sequel
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Still More “Avengers” Wallpapers Released.
The folks at ComingSoon have a dozen ways to decorate your desktop from the upcoming Joss Whedon-directed superhero flick. I’ve posted a couple of favorites.
Posted in action, Film News, Summer Blockbusters, Superhero Cinema
Tagged Avengers new wallpaper, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Joss Whedon, The Avengers
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New “Amazing Spiderman” Clip Online.
Here’s another look at director Marc Webb’s re-imagining of the ageless Marvel superhero. Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Rhys Ifans star.
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Tagged Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Marc Webb, Spiderman clip, The Amazing Spiderman
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Emma Stone, Andrew Garfield Talk “Spiderman” During “Ellen” Show Appearance.
Here, the stars of the upcoming “Amazing Spiderman” talk about rebooting the vaunted superhero franchise with American talk show host Ellen DeGeneres. First up: Andrew Garfield. And here’s Emma Stone: (h/t ComingSoon)
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Tagged Andrew Garfield, Ellen DeGeneres, Emma Stone, The Amazing Spiderman
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Black Widow Kicks A Little Butt In New “Avengers” Clip.
If you saw “Iron Man 2,” then you’re no doubt aware of the deadly capabilities of S.H.I.E.L.D Agent Natasha Romanoff (“Black Widow“). But if not, you’ll get a new look in this clip from director Joss Whedon’s superteam flick, which … Continue reading
New “Avengers” Images Debut.
Just when the buzz couldn’t get anymore insane, here’s a few more set pics from director Joss Whedon’s superteam flick. And click through to the full TotalFilm story for some eyebrow-raising news about what Scarlett Johansson is wearing beneath her … Continue reading
Three New Clips From “The Amazing Spiderman” Get You Up Close And Personal.
It’s the summer of superheroes. The Avengers make their big-screen debut. Batman returns in “The Dark Knight Rises.” And there’s the reboot of everyone’s favorite wall-crawler in “The Amazing Spiderman.” In one convenient mash-up, here’s three clips from the flick … Continue reading