Tag Archives: JJ Abrams

Benedict Cumberbatch Talks “Star Trek II.”

Posted on April 26, 2012 by jlmicek

The English actor sits down with Total Film to talk about his turn in the sequel to director JJ Abrams’ reboot of the venerable space opera. Here’s a sample: “I’ve gone up two suit sizes,” he says. “The character I’m … Continue reading →

Posted in action, Film News, Sci-Fi, Sequel-Itis, Star Trek | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

Simon Pegg Plays It Cryptic On “Star Trek” Sequel.

Posted on March 25, 2012 by jlmicek

The star, who plays Mr. Scott in J.J. Abrams’ latest installment of the venerable sci-fi franchise isn’t saying much about to TotalFilm about the second movie, which is filming now: “Naturally, Pegg played it cryptic when we mined him for … Continue reading →

Posted in Film News, Sci-Fi, Sequel-Itis | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

“Star Trek” Sequel Gets A New Cast Member.

Posted on January 5, 2012 by jlmicek

The Wrap reports this morning that “War Horse” actor Benedict Cumberbatch has signed on to play a lead role in the continuing voyages of the starship Enterprise: “A spokesperson for Paramount would not confirm which role Cumberbatch will play. In … Continue reading →

Posted in action, Film News, Sci-Fi | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Star Trek Sequel Rumors: A Familiar Villain? Del Toro Out?

Posted on December 6, 2011 by jlmicek

From /Film, here’s some intriguing news about the second installment of J.J. Abrams’ reboot of the beloved sci-fi franchise: “Here’s the downside to trying to develop a highly-anticipated movie in secret, as practiced by J.J. Abrams: rumors will always poke … Continue reading →

Posted in action, Film News, Guy Cinema, Sci-Fi, Sequel-Itis | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in action, Femmes Fatale, Film News, Sci-Fi, Sequel-Itis | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Benicio del Toro as “Star Trek” Villain?

Posted on November 5, 2011 by jlmicek

From Daily Beast: “Meet your new Star Trek villain: Benicio Del Toro. Variety reports that J.J. Abrams is expected to offer Del Toro the job, possibly this weekend. Sources say Del Toro has met with Abrams about the gig, but … Continue reading →

Posted in action, Film News, Sci-Fi | Tagged , , | Leave a comment