The Valley Of The "Sucker Punch" Dolls

Sneak Peek the "Sucker Punch" female character dolls, currently showcased at San Diego's Comic-Con 2010.

The dolls are based on the Vancouver-lensed feature from director Zack Snyder ("Watchmen").

Also take a look at a series of sexy, new posters for the R-rated feature, showcasing the characters 'Babydoll', 'Blondie', 'Amber', 'Rocket', 'Sweet Pea' and 'Madam Gorski'.

Snyder co-wrote the "Sucker Punch" screenplay with Steve Sibuya, referring to the film as"...Alice in Wonderland with machine guns", following a girl confined to a mental institution by her 'evil' stepfather.

As a coping strategy, the girl retreats into an alternative, imaginative reality with"dragons, B-52bombers and brothels", according to Snyder, who also co-produced the film with his wife Debra.

"Sucker Punch", started shooting in Vancouver, September 10 2009, wrapping January 22, 2010. The film is currently in post and will be released March 2011.

"Sucker Punch" cast includes Emily Browning as 'Babydoll', Carla Gugino as 'Mrs. Schulz', Abbie Cornish as 'Sweet Pea', Vanessa Hudgens as 'Blondie' and Jamie Chung as 'Amber'.

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Cassel Messes With "Mesrine"

Sneak Peek actor Vincent Cassel ("Eastern Promises") as French gangster 'Jacques Mesrine', in writer/director Jean-François Richet's French, Canadian and Italian co-production "Mesrine: Killer Instinct".

The 246 minute feature is broken into 2 parts, with the first part based on the autobiography "L'instinct de mort" by Mesrine and the second part detailing Mesrine's criminal career following his escape from prison and bloody end.

Also starring are Ludivine Sagnier as 'Sylvie Jeanjacquot', Michel Duchaussoy as 'Pierre André Mesrine' and Myriam Boyer as Mesrine's mother.

Actor Cassel ("Brotherhood Of The Wolf"), previously a runner-up favorite to play 'The Joker' in director Chris Nolan's "The Dark Knight", has won numerous awards for his career performance as Mesrine including France's César Awards for Best Actor In A Leading Role and Best Actor @ Japan's Tokyo International Film Festival.

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Sneak Peek "James Bond: Blood Stone"

Sneak Peek the new teaser trailer supporting the upcoming action-adventure video game "James Bond: Blood Stone".

"Blood Stone" is being developed by Bizarre Creations and published by Activision for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Nintendo DS and Microsoft Windows operating systems.

Featuring the voices and likenesses of actors Daniel Craig and Judi Dench, the game is a third-person shooter with elements of hand-to-hand combat, featuring a unique 'Focus Aim' system, allowing players to lock onto targets after 'melee takedowns'.

There is also a multiplayer mode consisting of up to 16 players that will pit 'spies versus mercenaries'.

In "Blood Stone", the player assumes the role of protagonist 'James Bond', voiced by Craig, who teams up with wealthy socialite 'Nicole Hunter', voiced by Joss Stone, to find a researcher who is feared dead.

Set across five locations including Athens, Istanbul, Monaco, Siberia and Bangkok, Bond fights terrorists led by 'Greco', against a backdrop of an international conspiracy, placing the UK's most secretive biochemical weapon into the hands of an unknown enemy.

The new game will be released during the second quarter of 2010.

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"Caprica" Returns To SyFy January 2011

Syfy reports that the Vancouver-lensed series "Caprica", will return to the network, January 2011:

Toronto Film Production Update- July 21, 2010

FEATURES:

"Entitled"

July 5 – Aug. 1/10

"High Chicago"

July 6 – Aug. 4/10

"Take This Waltz"

July 12 – Aug. 27/10

"The Vow"

Aug. 3 – Oct. 31/10

MINI-SERIES:

"Kennedys, The"

June 7 – Sept. 24/10

PILOT:

"Alphas"

July 30 – Aug. 27/10

TV SERIES:

"All For Nothing"

May 26 – Oct.29

"Being Erica"- Season 3

May 17 – Oct. 15/10

"Covert Affairs"

Apr. 12 – Aug. 26/10

"Degrassi: The Next Generation" - Season 10

Mar. 29 – Nov. 1/10

"Falling Skies"

July 26 – Nov. 5/10

"Good Dog"

May 25 – Aug. 4/10

"Little Mosque On The Prairie" - Season 5

May 10 – Aug. 6/10

"Murdoch Mysteries" - Season 4

July 5 – Nov. 1/10

"My Babysitter's A Vampire"

July 5 – Aug. 27/10

"Nikita"

July 19 – Dec. 10/10

"Rookie Blue" - Season 2

Aug. 9 – Dec. 23/10

"Warehouse 13" - Season 2

Mar. 1 – Aug. 5/10

"Wingin' It"

July 5 – Aug. 28/10

Vancouver Film Production Update- July 21, 2010

FEATURES:

"Big Year, The"

May 03/10 - Jul 30/10

"Caesar: Rise Of The Apes"

Jul 05/10 - Sep 17/10

"Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 2"

Aug 23/10 - Oct 26/10

"Final Destination 5"

Sep 13/10 - Dec 14/10

"Red Riding Hood"

Jul 21/10 - Sep 16/10

TV SERIES:

"Eureka" ~ Season 4

Mar 18/10 - Nov 15/10

"Facing Kate" - Season 1

Jun 16/10 - Oct 05/10

"Fringe" ~ Season 3

Jul 08/10 - Apr 01/11

"Hellcats"

Jul 14/10 - Nov 18/10

"Human Target" ~ Season 2

Aug 05/10 - Jan 14/11

"Life Unexpected" ~ Season 2

Jul 13/10 - Nov 22/10

"Nehiyawetan" ~ Season 3

Jul 20/10 - Sep 03/10

"Psych" ~ Season 5

Apr 28/10 - Oct 28/10

"Smallville" ~ Season 10

Jul 12/10 - Dec 31/10

"Stargate Universe" ~ Season 2

Mar 10/10 - Nov 23/10

"Supernatural" ~ Season 6

Jun 30/10 - Mar 31/11

"Tower Prep"

Apr 07/10 - Aug 06/10

"Troop, The" ~ Season 2

Jul 12/10 - Oct 08/10

"V ~ Season 2"

Aug 12/10 - Jan 25/11

MOW:

"Fairly Odd Parents, The"

Jul 12/10 - Jul 30/10

"Goodnight For Justice"

Aug 04/10 - Aug 24/10

Leonard Cohen: "Bird On A Wire"- August 31

Filmmaker Tony Palmer and MVD Visual report that the DVD release of Canadian singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen's "Bird On A Wire" 1972 concert film, will be August 31.

"...Originally made in 1972 and directed by celebrated British filmmaker Tony Palmer, 'Bird On A Wire' follows Cohen on his 1972 European tour and contains 17 classic performances, 4 poems and tour footage. After massive re-editing, although not by Palmer, it was released in 1974, had a very limited run and then 'disappeared'. Like many films from the era it was thought that the original version had been lost, but in 2009, 294 rolls of film were discovered containing much of the original rushes and soundtrack of the 1972 film. Palmer was able to restore much of this footage and it is now available on DVD for the first time..."

"When, in 2009, 294 cans of film were discovered in a warehouse in Hollywood, in rusted up cans that sometimes had to be hammered open, and these cans were shipped to me by, of all people, Frank Zappa's manager, I believed at first that nothing could be salvaged," said Palmer.

"The cans did not contain the negative; some of the prints were in black & white; and much of it had been cut to pieces and/or scratched beyond use. But when I finally opened one box and found most of the original sound dubbing tracks, I knew we had a hope of putting the jigsaw back together. So now, taking full advantage of the latest digital technology, this is what we have done, piece by piece, slowly and painstakingly. It has taken months and months, and probably has cost more than the original filming, and although it's by no means perfect, it's very close now to the original."

The deluxe digipak DVD package also includes a limited edition reproduction of the movie's 1972 film poster.

"Now, looking back after 38 years, my admiration for Cohen as a poet, a singer and as a man, remains undiminished," said Palmer. "The original film was made with love, and I hope that quality once again shines through the restored film."

Palmer is noted for rock docs including early works with the "Beatles", "Cream", "Jimi Hendrix" and Frank Zappa, collecting over 40 international prizes for his work.

Tracks on "Bird On A Wire" include "Avalanche", "Suzanne", "Tonight Will Be Fine", "Passing Through", "Sisters of Mercy", "Who By Fire?", "Story of Isaac", "One Of Us Can't Be Wrong", "The Partisan", "Chelsea Hotel", "Nancy", "Famous Blue Raincoat", "Bird On A Wire" and whole lot more.

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"Faster": Slow Justice Is No Justice

Sneak Peek the new teaser poster supporting director George Tillman Jr.'s upcoming CBS Films action feature "Faster", starring Dwayne Johnson, Billy Bob Thornton, Maggie Grace, Moon Bloodgood and Carla Gugino.

"...After 10 years in prison, 'Driver' (Johnson) has a singular focus – to avenge the murder of his brother during the botched robbery that led to his imprisonment. Now a free man with a deadly to-do list in hand, he’s finally on his mission…but with two men on his trail – a veteran cop (Thornton) just days from retirement, and a young egocentric hitman (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) with a flair for the art of killing and a newfound worthy opponent. The hunter is also the hunted. It’s a do or die race to the list’s finish as the mystery surrounding his brother’s murder deepens, and new details emerge along the way hinting that Driver’s list may be incomplete..."

"Faster" will be released November 24, 2010.

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Protosevich Joins The "Freakshow"

"Thor" screenwriter Mark Protosevich will adapt Ape Entertainment's 3-issue comic book mini-series "Freakshow", writing/producing with Sheldon Turner and Jennifer Klein, for a possible directorial debut.

Premise follows five young people who change into mutants with special powers after a chemical explosion. The group then muist decide whether to use their powers to save the city or to exact revenge on those responsible.

The comic book will be released January 2011, created by David Server and Jackson Lanzing, with illustrations by Joe Suitor.

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Raimi Shoots For "Earp: Saints For Sinners"

Sam Raimi ("Evil Dead") will next direct "Earp: Saints For Sinners", a futuristic retelling of the gunfight at the OK Corral, adapting the graphic novel of the same title by Radical Publishing.

The film is being developed at DreamWorks with Matt Cirulnick, one of the original creators of the property, working on the first draft.

"...From Matt Cirulnick and David Manpearl comes a modern-day reimagining of the classic western hero, Wyatt Earp, in a special preview of the upcoming, 3-issue miniseries.

"...In a world where the American economy has all but collapsed to the levels of the Great Depression, infamous bandits roam the country and the law is as corrupt as the criminals its sworn to stop. Yet one lawman remains a steadfast moral compass for the people: 'Wyatt Earp'. Earp has collared more most-wanted men than anyone in history – but after a violent assignment claims the life of his brother, Wyatt sets out to forge a simple life in the only boomtown left: Las Vegas.

"With gorgeous women and free-flowing money on endless tap, Sin City attracts more people than a modern gold rush. Though Earp no longer wears a US Marshall’s badge, his past is about to catch up to him. With nearly everything to lose, Earp will have to beat the odds stacked against him in order to bring old-fashioned justice to Sin City..."

"Earp" will be produced by Radical president Barry Levine and Josh Donen, Raimi's partner at Star Road Entertainment. Manpearl, Cirulnick and Radical's Jesse Berger are executive producing, with DreamWorks' Mark Sourian and Jonathan Elrich overseeing the project.

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Lost In The Woods, Find Yourself

Sneak Peek the new poster supporting the upcoming live-action feature "Hansel and Gretel In 3D". "...'Hansel and Gretel in 3D' is an action packed visual FX filled version of the classic Grimm Brothers’ fairytale. In addition to the infamous witch in the gingerbread house, the film showcases the legendary creatures of German mythology. These Teutonic beings will be designed by Joseph C. Pepe, the lead character designer from 'Avatar'.

"The movie is being produced by The Institute and Kalliope Films. The Institute was co-founded by Michael Bay and Scott Gardenhour. Kalliope Films was founded by Kira Madallo Sesay. The movie is scheduled for a spring 2011 shoot on location in Germany. Scott Gardenhour and Kira Madallo Sesay are the producers on the film.

"'Hansel and Gretel in 3D' exemplifies The Institute’s motto: 'Where Brand Science Meets Great Storytelling'..." Click the images to enlarge...

George Clooney Is "The American"

Sneak Peek the poster supporting director Anton Corbijn's "The American" starring George Clooney.

"...Alone among assassins, 'Jack' (George Clooney) is a master craftsman. When a job in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, he vows to his contact 'Larry' (Bruce Altman) that his next assignment will be his last.

"Jack reports to the Italian countryside, where he holes up in a small town and relishes being away from death for a spell. The assignment, as specified by a Belgian woman, 'Mathilde' (Thekla Reuten), is in the offing as a weapon is constructed. Surprising himself, Jack seeks out the friendship of local priest 'Father Benedetto' (Paolo Bonacelli) and pursues romance with local woman Clara (Violante Placido). But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate..."

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Mary-Louise Parker: Looking For A Little Action

Sneak Peek the new character poster of "Weeds" actress Mary-Louise Parker, co-starring in Summit Entertainment's Toronto-lensed comic book adaptation "Red".

"Red" is an adaptation of DC Comics graphic novel of the same name by author Warren Ellis.

Cast also includes Bruce Willis, John Malkovich, Academy Award-winners Helen Mirren/Morgan Freeman, Karl Urban, Brian Cox, Richard Dreyfuss, Ernest Borgnine, Julian McMahon, James Remar and Rebecca Pidgeon.

"...Red is the story of 'Frank Moses' (Willis), a former black-ops CIA agent, who is now living a quiet life. That is, until the day a hi-tech assassin shows up intent on killing him. With his identity compromised and the life of the woman he cares for, Sarah (Parker), endangered, Frank reassembles his old team (Freeman, Malkovich and Mirren) in a last ditch effort to survive..."

Directed by Robert Schwentke ("The Time Traveler's Wife") from a screenplay by Jon Hoeber and Erich Hoeber ("Whiteout"), the film is produced by di Bonaventura Pictures' Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Mark Vahradian ("Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen").

"Red" executive producers are Jake Myers ("Hollywoodland") and Gregory Noveck ("Jonah Hex"). Di Bonaventura Pictures' production exec David Ready is co-producer. Schwentke reunites with DP Florian Ballhaus ("Marley & Me") and Oscar-winning film editor Thom Noble ("Thelma & Louise") .

"Red" is scheduled for release, October 15, 2010.

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