Tag: Clash of the Titans

Two New Photos from ‘Clash of the Titans’

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We just got 2 new photos of Sam Worthington who is Perseus in ‘Clash of the Titans’ remake. For those of you not in the know check this out:

“Clash of the Titans” is being directed by Louis Leterrier (“The Incredible Hulk”). Leading the international cast is Australian actor Sam Worthington (“Terminator Salvation,” the upcoming “Avatar”) as Perseus, the mortal son of Zeus, king of the gods. Academy Award ® nominee Liam Neeson (“Taken,” “Schindler’s List”) takes on the role of the mighty Zeus, and Academy Award ® nominee Ralph Fiennes (the “Harry Potter” films, “The English Patient”) plays the role of Hades, god of the underworld, who feeds on human fear. Rounding out the cast is Gemma Arterton (“Quantum of Solace”) as Io, Perseus’ mysterious spiritual guide throughout his journey; Mads Mikkelsen (“Casino Royale”) as Draco, who takes up his sword to join Perseus’ quest; Jason Flemyng (“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button”) as Acrisius, a one-time king turned hideous beast; and Alexa Davalos (“Defiance”) as Andromeda, a princess doomed to lose her life if Perseus does not succeed.

Here is another photo for you to feast on:

First Official ‘Clash of the Titans’… Magazine Scan?

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Pardon the graininess of the above picture of Sam Worthington acting all Perseus-y.   It is apparently a magazine scan from an upcoming issue of Empire magazine someone sent into /Film.   Nonetheless, it’s a pretty cool pic of Worthington looking like he is cutting the shit out of something.

I’m still not sure what to think of this remake.   On one hand, the original ‘Clash of the Titans’ is a bonafide classic that still has some of the best stop-motion animation in history.   It’s a film that doesn’t need to be remade in any way.

On the other hand, you have actors like Worthington, Ralph Fiennes, Liam Neeson, Mads Mikkelsen, and Gemma Arterton on board.   I guess we’ll have to hold back our judgement until the first clips of the film come out, and we can gauge how much CG director Louis Leterrier is pumping into it.

‘Clash of the Titans’ is filming now.   It is set for release on March 26th, 2010.

Source: /Film

First Look: Set Pics from ‘Clash of the Titans’

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Production has begun on Louis Leterrier’s remake of ‘Clash of the Titans,’ and, today, we bring you the first pics from the set.   The film is currently shooting on the Spanish island of Tenerife.

Check these out:

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‘Clash of the Titans’ comes out on March 26, 2010.

Source: Loque Pasa En Tenerife

Danny Huston Set as Poseidon for ‘Clash of the Titans’

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Danny Huston has signed on to the part of Poseidon in Louis Leterrier’s retelling of ‘Clash of the Titans.’ Â  Huston joins a cast that already includes Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes, Mads Mikkelson, Gemma Arterton, Jason Flemyng, and Alexa Davalos.

Lest you forget, Poseidon, in the original, 1981 film, anyway, is the keeper of the Kraken, the four arms sea creature who destroys Perseus’ home of Argus after Perseus’ father casts him out to sea.

Filming on the remake began Monday in the UK.

Source: THR

‘Titans’ find Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes

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I’m like a little kid in a candy store today… no idea why? Then again, it may be due to the fact that I’m super-stoked about this remake of ‘Clash of the Titans’ that is in the works.

I know, odd to hear that coming from me, right? Especially since I love the Ray Harryhausen movies, such as the original 1981 version of ‘Clash of the Titans’. So, here’s even more good news about the project that further explains why I’m so excited.

Actors Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes have signed on for roles in the remake. Let me repeat, NEESON and FIENNES! The two legendary and very talented veteran thespians will play rival Gods at war. [i think i may have just peed myself. not really, but that’s how cool this is.]

Liam Neeson will rule as Zeus, King of the Gods and father to Perseus (Worthington). Ralph Fiennes, who is actually still in talks, would play Hades, ruler of the underworld and brother to Zeus. Hades plots to overthrow Zeus for power over the Gods.

The Warner Brothers/Legendary Pictures co-production is being directed Louis Leterrier, who has impressed me so far with ‘Transporter 2’ and ‘Incredible Hulk’. Sure, ‘T2’ is not the most beloved of the trilogy, but it’s still a gosh darn fun movie!

Oh yeah, and if that wasn’t enough for you to get all hot and bothered about, did I forget to mention Lawrence Kasdan (Empire Strikes Back) wrote the script? The cast also includes Gemma Arterton,
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[source: Hollywood Reporter]

Bond Villain Joins ‘Clash of the Titans’ Cast

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Recent James Bond villain, Mads Mikkelson, has joined the cast of the Louis Leterrier-directed remake of ‘Clash of the Titans.’Â   This news comes just day after the news about a recent Bond girl, Gemma Arterton, aligning herself with the ‘Clash of the Titans’ cast.

Mikkelson will be playing Draco, a skilled fighter and leader of the Praetorian Guard that accompanies Perseus.   It’s a different character name, but I’m guessing Draco will be playing the same type of role that Thallo played in the original.   In case you don’t remember Thallo, it’s this guy:

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Also on board the film is Alexa Davalos:

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Davalos will be playing Andromeda, the captured princess whom Perseus must rescue.

‘Clash of the Titans’ begins production in the UK some time this month.

Source: THR

Gemma Arterton Cast in ‘Clash of the Titans’

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Gemma Arterton (‘Quantum of Solace’ and ‘RocknRolla’) has been cast in the Louis Leterrier-directed remake of ‘Clash of the Titans.’ Â  Arterton will be playing the demi-goddess Io, a character not found in the ’81 original.

“My part is… the coolest part,† Arterton confirmed at the  Jameson Empire Awards last night. “Io’s not in the original film. Perseus falls in love with her and then [CENSORED FOR  TINY  SPOILER]. It’s a really great part.†

According to Arterton, though, Io’s presence isn’t the only different thing about the new movie.

“The script is very different,† she continued. “Obviously the story is the story, but it’s much more about Perseus’ mission, and how he deals with being the son of Zeus, and things like that, so it feels a little more about him, and about the issues around that.†

Sam Worthington (“Terminator Salvation’ and ‘Avatar’) is on board as Perseus. Â  ‘Clash of the Titans’ is set for a March 26, 2010 release.

Source: Empire  

‘Green Lantern’ gets a Release Date

Warner Bros has unleashed an official release date for ‘The Green Lantern’ today, earmarking December 17, 2010 as the big day that screens go green for what is hoped to be the next big DC Comics superhero adaptation.

Here are some other dates updated by Warner Bros:

2009:

The Rock in The Tooth Fairy … November 13, 2009
Emmerich’s 2012 … November 13, 2009

Christmas Day:

Guy Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes … December 25, 2009
Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel … December 25, 2009

2010:

Louis Leterrier’s The Clash of the Titans … March 26, 2010
Jonah Hex from DC Comics … August 6, 2010

2011:

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 … July 15, 2011
Marvel’s The Avengers … July 15, 2011
(hmm, anyone else see a problem here?)

[source: ERC Box Office]

Clash of the Titans Again

Ladies and Gentlemen it is here Clash of the Titans has been given the light to make a remake and guess what Steve Norrington, director of The league of Extraordinary Gentlemen,  has been asked to direct this upcoming film. Steve Norrington is mostly known for his special effects in the  Young Sherlock Holmes,  Aliens, as well as the  TV series The Storyteller. It has been confirmed that  Lawrence Kasdan has rewritten the script orginally done by Travis Beacham . Kasdan is well known for his scripts for the movies Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Empire Strikes Back, as well as Return of the Jedi. With that said this movie is sure to be a big hit. But don’t expect it to hit any earlier that 2010.

source: Movie-moron.com

Epic Greek Mythology Remakes at War …

While I’m not one to get caught up in the hype of these Hollywood remake and resurgence projects, this new wave of films is getting me a little randy. As a kid, I was fascinated with watching the old Ray Harryhausen films like ‘Clash of the Titans’ so I can’t help but wonder what the technology of our time has to offer.

Well, here’s the newest scoop on this story … and man has it got some punch!

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This remake has been tosses around for a few years now, but it seems its more likely than ever to get the full-on greenlight. Warner Bros. has tapped into this re-surging market with the development of a remake. The studio has signed Louis Letterier, the action-friendly director of the ‘Transporter’ films and the recently released and immensely popular ‘Incredible Hulk’ reboot. As if this wasn’t appealing enough, Lawrence Kasdan (Empire Strikes Back) has written the coveted script for this mighty remake.

‘War of Gods’

Having actually beat Warner Bros. out in a bidding war for ‘War of Gods’ Relativity Media will be producing this film that makes ‘Clash’ seem like child’s play. Set in ancient Greece, this film takes place during a massive war whereas Prince Theseus leads mankind in a battle alongside the Greek Gods against evil demons and the gargantuan Titans. Sound good? Yeah, how ’bout adding this in for flavor … Tarsem Singh (The Cell, The Fall) is attached to direct this larger-than-life mythological epic.