Tag Archives: Hayley Atwell

Hayley Atwell On a Return for Peggy Carter; Scarlett Johansson in Iron Man 3?

Posted on March 26, 2012 by jlmicek

And here’s some superheroine news to get your Monday morning going. Comely Brit Hayley Atwell, who won fans’ hearts as British agent Peggy Carter in last summer’s “Captain America” has some thoughts on how her character and the still-youthful Steve … Continue reading →

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Review: The Five Best Movies I Saw This Year.

Posted on December 30, 2011 by jlmicek

Well, it’s almost time to close the book on 2011. Now seems as good a time as any to look back on some of the best movies I saw this year. Ironically enough, not all of them were actually released … Continue reading →

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Actress Alice Eve Cast In “Star Trek 2.”

Posted on December 1, 2011 by jlmicek

Beam her up.  Alice Eve is headed for the starship Enterprise. The “She’s Out of My League” star has apparently beat out Hayley Atwell (Captain America) for a part in J.J. Abrams’ sequel to the long-running space opera. Airlock Alpha … Continue reading →

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Hayley Atwell Talks Peggy Carter and Captain America DVD.

Posted on October 25, 2011 by jlmicek

From ComicBookMovie, the comely British actress talks about her turn as heroine Peggy Carter. On what drew her to the role of Peggy Carter: “That’s why I loved the script and what Joe [Johnston, director] was looking for in the … Continue reading →

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The Evolution Of Captain America’s Suit: Blu-Ray Featurette.

Posted on October 13, 2011 by jlmicek

Here’s a fun clip from MovieWeb from the upcoming Captain America Blu-ray DVD. It’s an inside look at the evolution of Cap’s costume. The DVD is released Oct. 25. http://www.movieweb.com/v/VIgXPY20Jzlrkh

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Weekend Box Office: The Reign of the Superheroes Continues.

Posted on July 25, 2011 by jlmicek

“Captain America: The First Avenger” rocketed to the top of the weekend’s box office heap, finally breaking Harry Potter’s death-grip on the top spot. Here’s the weekend, by the numbers. Name: Weekend: Total Haul: 1. Captain America $65.8m $65.8m 2. … Continue reading →

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Captain America: The First Avenger (USA, 2011).

Posted on July 25, 2011 by jlmicek

Name: Captain America, The First Avenger Release Date: 2011 Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely (screenplay); Joe Simon and Jack Kirby (comic book). Director: Joe Johnston. Cast: Chris Evans: Captain America/Steve Rogers Hayley Atwell: Peggy Carter Sebastian Stan: James Buchanan … Continue reading →

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“Captain America” Reviews Roll In.

Posted on July 22, 2011 by jlmicek

Looks like it’s going to be a good opening weekend for everyone’s favorite star-spangled superhero. Marvel’s film adaptation of “Captain America” is getting warm reviews as it opens in American theaters. Here’s a brief sampling of what they’re saying: Slate’s … Continue reading →

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Early Buzz For Captain America: “Weighty and Substantial.”

Posted on July 21, 2011 by jlmicek

The movie doesn’t open until tomorrow, but here’s an advance review from the Associated Press (via @WashPo): “Captain America: The First Avenger” — The last Marvel Comics setup for next summer’s all-star blockbuster “The Avengers” finds Chris Evans starring as … Continue reading →

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New “Avengers” footage leaks online.

Posted on July 19, 2011 by jlmicek

Here’s A Serious Geek Moment, Courtesy Of The Hollywood Reporter: “It’s not being called a trailer for The Avengers….but it certainly looks and feels like one. Bootlegged footage of next summer’s big Marvel tentpole began popping up online Monday. The … Continue reading →

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