Simply gorgeous – the song, the visuals, the entire production… Florence + The Machine perform the first song off the soundtrack to Universal Pictures’ Snow White and the Huntsman, “Breath of Life,” in this stunningly beautiful music video.
Starring Kristen Stewart, Charlize Theron, and Chris Hemsworth (The Avengers), Snow White and the Huntsman is set to hit theaters on June 1st.
The Plot:
In the epic action-adventure Snow White and the Huntsman, Kristen Stewart (Twilight) plays the only person in the land fairer than the evil queen (Charlize Theron) out to destroy her. But what the wicked ruler never imagined is that the young woman threatening her reign has been training in the art of war with a huntsman (Chris Hemsworth) dispatched to kill her.
Sam Claflin (Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides) joins the cast as the prince long enchanted by Snow White’s beauty and power.
Millennium Entertainment has debuted the first poster for the comedy The Babymakers starring Paul Schneider, Olivia Munn, Kevin Heffernan, Wood Harris, Nat Faxon, Aisha Tyler, Collette Wolfe, Hayes MacArthur, Lindsey Kraft, and Helena Mattsso. Set for release on VOD and in theaters on August 3, 2012, The Babymakers was directed by Jay Chandrasekhar (Beerfest, Super Troopers).
The Plot:
After trying everything to get his wife Audrey (Olivia Munn) pregnant, Tommy Macklin (Paul Schneider) realizes to his horror that he may be “shooting blanks.” Terrified that his marriage may fall apart, Tommy recruits his friends (and an Indian ex-mobster) to rob a sperm bank where he made a deposit years ago. As with any half-baked scheme, everything can and does go wrong, testing the limits of Tommy and Audrey’s relationship.
Leah Desimone and Christina Scoleri in 'Mob Wives: Chicago' - Photo Credit: VH1 VH1 isn’t waiting for the fall to launch new series, with the network set to premiere “Big Ang,” “Hollywood Exes,” “Mama Drama,” and “Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta” this summer. Here’s the complete list of what to expect from VH1 over the upcoming hot summer months:
Premieres:
“YO! MTV RAPS (VH1 ROCK DOC)” PREMIERES THURSDAY, JUNE 7 AT 10PM*
As music television’s first show completely dedicated to hip hop, “Yo! MTV Raps” became a groundbreaking phenomenon that brought the music and culture of the genre from the inner cities to the mainstream. Now, given the official “Rock Docs” treatment, VH1 will go in-depth with exclusive interviews and clips to tell the full story and examine the show’s music and cultural importance for the first time.
“MOB WIVES CHICAGO” PREMIERES SUNDAY, JUNE 10 AT 8PM*
“Mob Wives Chicago” follows the lives of five women allegedly connected to “The Outfit,” Chicago’s version of the Mob, as they bear the cross for the sins of their Mob-associated fathers. With lives that are right out of newspaper headlines, each woman has chosen her own way to live her life in the city that was once home to Al Capone, sometimes in spite of, and many times because of, who her father is. Along the way, these women battle their friends, families and each other as they try to do what’s best for themselves and their children. But ultimately, it is the ghost of their fathers they battle, living and dead, as they try to overcome and persevere in the face of these men’s notorious legacies.
VH1’s “LOVE & HIP-HOP: ATLANTA” PREMIERES MONDAY, JUNE 18 AT 8PM*
VH1’s new docu-soap, “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta,” is a tale of struggle, love, and temptation with a southern twist. Atlanta is the new frontier in entertainment, the Dirty South, where the opportunity to make it big in the rap game is always one hustle away. Competition is fierce in both the professional and personal arenas — they love hard but leave even harder. Among the main characters in this 10-episode series are Stevie J, a three-time Grammy Award-Winning producer who has worked with artists such as Diddy, Jay-Z and Mariah Carey, Stevie’s longtime girlfriend Mimi Faust, and a fiery up-and-coming Latina rapper named Joseline. There’s no shortage of drama with this strong-willed trio. Also featured are Lil Scrappy, best known for his 2006 smash hit, “Money in the Bank,” his girlfriend Erica Dixon, and his mother, a former hustler known as “Momma Dee.” The hometown hero, Atlanta rapper Rasheeda, is still searching for that big hit after years in the hip hop game, but she’s constantly at odds with her manager Kirk Frost – who also happens to be her husband. Rounding out the cast are the talented songbird K Michelle, and Trinidadian R&B singer Karlie Redd. They’re all chasing the dream in “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.”
“HOLLYWOOD EXES” PREMIERES WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27 AT 9PM*
“Hollywood Exes” follows five women of an exclusive sorority: the ex wives of A-list celebrities. Nicole Murphy (ex of Eddie Murphy), Sheree Fletcher (ex of Will Smith), Jessica Canseco (ex of Jose Canseco), Andrea Kelly (ex of R. Kelly) and Mayte Garcia (ex of Prince), all lived fairytale lives, but of course, all the fame and fortune comes at a steep price. However, these women have decided to cut their ties in order to live a truly happier life. When they were married, the ladies were focused on their husbands’ careers, but now they’re in a brand new world where they can focus on themselves. They’re about to embark on the second chapter in their lives and show the world exactly what they’re made of.
“BIG ANG” PREMIERES SUNDAY, JULY 8 AT 8PM*
“Big Ang” will give viewers a glimpse into the life of one of reality TV’s most over-the-top and loveable characters. VH1 tags along as she hangs out with her family and friends, spends time at her increasingly popular Staten Island bar, The Drunken Monkey, and even hangs out with – ‘da wise guys.’ And yes, her longtime friends from the original “Mob Wives” series will visit from time to time as will her cuddly canine sidekick, Lil’ Louis.
Ashley C and Sharon C in 'Mama Drama' - Photo credit: Bart Stadnicki“MAMA DRAMA” PREMIERES WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 AT 10PM*
VH1 is putting one of the most important human relationships under the microscope – the complex dynamics that develop between a mother and her young, adult daughter. This 10 episode docu-series will uncover five sets of over-the-top mothers/daughter pairs that will leave you wondering, “who is the ‘grown-up’ and who is the child?” They’ll put their relationships on the line as they figure out if being BFF’s really is the best for everyone or just a recipe for total disaster. Forced to live together, they will have no choice but to look at one another as well as in the mirror. Do they wish they had more traditional relationships? Or is this the only way to live? There will be no host to guide them, no therapist to heal them, just five sets of wildly different women trying to work out their issues under the same roof. Whether they’re bonding or just partying, they’re bound to learn something – whether they like it or not.
“MARLEY (VH1 ROCK DOCS)” PREMIERES SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
Made with the unprecedented support of the Marley family, “Marley” is the first film to tell the definitive life story of the musician, revolutionary, and legend, from his earliest days to his rise to international superstardom. Along with an incredible soundtrack, the film features rare footage, archival photos, and incredible performances and interviews with his family, friends, and bandmates – the people that knew him best. “Marley” is directed by Academy Award-winner Kevin Macdonald and produced by Steve Bing and Charles Steel, and executive produced by Bob’s son Ziggy Marley and Island Records founder Chris Blackwell. Overseeing for VH1 are Brad Abramson, Shelly Tatro and Jeff Olde.
Returning Series:
“VH1 STORYTELLERS” RETURNS MONDAY, MAY 21 AT 11PM*
This season of the critically-acclaimed original music franchise, “VH1 Storytellers,” will continue to deliver the intimate stories and live performances from some of the most popular and influential music artists of our time. Featured artists premiering this season will include the unmatched Jill Scott (Monday, May 21), multi-platinum selling artist Jason Mraz (Friday, June 1), Grammy-winning chanteuse Norah Jones (Friday, June 8th) and roots rockers Grace Potter & the Nocturnals (Friday, June 15).
POP UP VIDEO: RETURNS MONDAY, AUGUST 6
Beloved VH1 franchise “Pop Up Video” returns this summer with new episodes featuring “bubbles” of priceless details and insights. The series will continue to integrate interactive elements including user polling and user-generated pop up content that will be reflected in the show. New popped music videos will also be available for viewing and sharing on VH1.com as they air on TV.
DO SOMETHING AWARDS: RETURNS TUESDAY, AUGUST 21 AT 9PM*
The Do Something Award is the premier national award for community service where nominees and winners represent the pivotal “do-ers” in their field, cause, or issue. Since 1996, DoSomething.org has honored the nation’s best young world-changers, 25 and under. Fans also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite celebrities who do great work and who inspire young people to do great work too. In addition to announcing the celebrity winners, one young “do-er” will be receiving a grand prize of $100,000 for their cause. This is the largest and most prestigious prize in the world for young people and social change. The 2012 Do Something Awards will presented at the Barker Hanger in Santa Monica and will tape on Sunday, August 19(th) and premiere on Tuesday, August 21(st), 2012 at 9PM ET/PT on VH1 where the winners will be announced. This year’s VH1 Do Something Awards are executive produced by Michael Dempsey for Dempsey Productions and Lee Rolontz for VH1. Nancy Lublin and Naomi Hirabayashi oversee the awards show for DoSomething.org.
John Woo will produce and direct Day of the Beast, a remake of the 1963 film Youth of the Beast. Rob Frisbee wrote the script, with Terence Chang and Nikkatsu’s Naoki Soto on board as producers. (Nikkatsu is Japan’s oldest major movie studio, celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.)
Announcing the remake, Woo stated: “This remake is my salute to the great films and filmmakers produced by Nikkatsu’s 100 years in cinema history. It is exciting for me as well as an honor.”
Nikkatsu president Naoki Sato said, “Among Nikkatsu’s 6,000+ film library, this is one of our most revered titles. We have a tremendous amount of respect for Mr. Woo and are excited he is directing this film for the international market. We think this is a great way to start off the next 100 years of filmmaking history!”
Producer Terence Chang added, “Seijun Suzuki’s Youth of the Beast is one of my favorite films, and I have been obsessed with remaking it for over 10 years! I have to thank Nikkatsu for this partnership and for making this dream come true!”
The Plot:
Day of the Beast follows a western outsider with a grim past as he becomes embroiled in a global turf war between a vicious new breed of Yakuza and old school Cold War Russian mobsters. It’s an action-packed saga of loyalty, revenge and redemption which erupts in the heart of Tokyo.
Source: Lion Rock Productions and Nikkatsu Corporation
Adam Lambert, Dead Man’s Party and Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez have been added to the lineup of performers set to entertain at this year’s Orange County Fair. The OC Fair takes place July 13-August 12, 2012 in in Costa Mesa, CA with concerts held in The Hangar and at the Pacific Amphitheatre.
Lambert will take the stage at the Pacific Amphitheatre on July 19th as part of the Toyota Summer Concert Series. Tickets go on sale May 19th at 10 a.m. (ticketmaster.com) starting at $29.50.
The Oingo Boingo Tribute – Dead Man’s Party – is set to perform in The Hangar on August 11th, with Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez following on August 12th. Tickets for both shows go on sale May 19th.
Forbes Celebrity 100 Issue - 2012 Forbes has just released their annual list of the 100 most influential people in entertainment, and American Idol judge Jennifer Lopez has been named the “World’s Most Powerful Celebrity.” The 2012 list is based on “earnings, press coverage and Internet impact,” with Lopez toppling 2011’s most powerful celebrity, Lady Gaga, from the #1 spot. Lopez moved from #50 last year to #1, achieving her first #1 finish on Forbes’ list.
Among the newbies on this year’s list are Rihanna (No. 4), Adele (No. 24), Dwayne Johnson (No. 70), Sofia Vergara (No. 76), Zooey Deschanel (No. 96), and Melissa McCarthy (No. 99).
Forbes’ Top 10 Most Powerful Celebrities:
NAME – 2012 Rank – 2012 Earnings – 2011 Rank – 2011 Earnings
Jennifer Lopez #1 $52 million #50 $25 million
Oprah Winfrey #2 $165 million #2 $290 million
Justin Bieber #3 $55 million #3 $53 million
Rihanna #4 $53 million New N/A
Lady Gaga #5 $52 million #1 $90 million
Britney Spears #6 $58 million Returnee N/A
Kim Kardashian #7 $18 million New N/A
Katy Perry #8 $45 million #12 $44 million
Tom Cruise #9 $75 million Returnee N/A
Steven Spielberg #10 $ 130 million #22 $107 million
CBS Films has picked up the US distribution rights to Ends of the Earth, an action thriller starring a cast of newcomers. Co-writer/co-directors Derek Lee and Clif Prowse will be making their feature film debuts with the project; Chris Ferguson and Zach Lipovsky are producing.
The Plot:
Ends of the Earth follows two best friends on a whirlwind trip around the world. Things take a turn for the surreal when they encounter an impossible phenomenon that will change one of them forever.
Nina Tassler, President, CBS Entertainment commented on the new shows joining the network’s schedule: “From a new take on Sherlock Holmes to an epic battle for control of 1960s Las Vegas to a working-class point of view in a prestigious law firm, the dramas each have a unique style and sensibility. And, our new comedy Partners fits perfectly with the CBS Monday night tradition of relationship comedies with a lot of heart and humor.”
CBS’ 2012-2013 Primetime Lineup:
(N=New, NT=New Time, all times ET/PT)
MONDAY
8:00-8:30 PM HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER
8:30-9:00 PM PARTNERS (N)
9:00-9:30 PM 2 BROKE GIRLS (NT)
9:30-10:00 PM MIKE & MOLLY
10:00-11:00 PM HAWAII FIVE-0
TUESDAY
8:00-9:00 PM NCIS
9:00-10:00 PM NCIS: LOS ANGELES
10:00-11:00 PM VEGAS (N)
WEDNESDAY
8:00-9:00 PM SURVIVOR
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMINAL MINDS
10:00-11:00 PM CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION
THURSDAY
8:00-8:30 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY
8:30-9:00 PM TWO AND A HALF MEN (NT)
9:00-10:00 PM PERSON OF INTEREST
10:00-11:00 PM ELEMENTARY (N)
FRIDAY
8:00-9:00 PM CSI: NY (NT)
9:00-10:00 PM MADE IN JERSEY (N)
10:00-11:00 PM BLUE BLOODS
SATURDAY
8:00-9:00 PM CRIMETIME SATURDAY
9:00-10:00 PM CRIMETIME SATURDAY
10:00-11:00 PM 48 HOURS MYSTERY
SUNDAY
7:00-8:00 PM 60 MINUTES
8:00-9:00 PM THE AMAZING RACE
9:00-10:00 PM THE GOOD WIFE
10:00-11:00 PM THE MENTALIST (NT)
The New Dramas:
ELEMENTARY
ELEMENTARY stars Jonny Lee Miller as detective Sherlock Holmes and Lucy Liu as Dr. Joan Watson in a modern-day drama about a crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD’s most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in London and a stint in rehab, eccentric Sherlock escapes to Manhattan where his wealthy father forces him to live with his worst nightmare – a sober companion, Dr. Watson. A successful surgeon until she lost a patient and her license three years ago, Watson views her current job as another opportunity to help people, as well as paying a penance. However, the restless Sherlock is nothing like her previous clients. He informs her that none of her expertise as an addiction specialist applies to him and he’s devised his own post-rehab regimen – resuming his work as a police consultant in New York City. Watson has no choice but to accompany her irascible new charge on his jobs. But Sherlock finds her medical background helpful, and Watson realizes she has a knack for playing investigator. Sherlock’s police contact, Capt. Tobias “Toby” Gregson (Aidan Quinn), knows from previous experience working with Scotland Yard that Sherlock is brilliant at closing cases, and welcomes him as part of the team. With the mischievous Sherlock Holmes now running free in New York solving crimes, it’s simple deduction that he’s going to need someone to keep him grounded, and it’s elementary that it’s a job for Watson. Rob Doherty, Sarah Timberman, Carl Beverly and Michael Cuesta, who directed the pilot, are executive producers for CBS Television Studios.
VEGAS
Dennis Quaid and Michael Chiklis star in VEGAS, a drama inspired by the true story of former Las Vegas Sheriff Ralph Lamb, a fourth-generation rancher tasked with bringing order to Las Vegas in the 1960s, a gambling and entertainment mecca emerging from the tumbleweeds. Ralph Lamb (Quaid) wants to be left in peace to run his ranch, but Las Vegas is now swelling with outsiders and corruption which are intruding on his simple life. Recalling Lamb’s command as a military police officer during World War II, the Mayor appeals to his sense of duty to look into a murder of a casino worker – and so begins Lamb’s clash with Vincent Savino (Chiklis), a ruthless Chicago gangster who plans to make Vegas his own. Assisting Lamb in keeping law and order are his two deputies: his diplomatic, even-keeled brother Jack (Jason O’Mara) and his charming but impulsive son, Dixon (Taylor Handley). Ambitious Assistant District Attorney Katherine O’Connell (Carrie-Anne Moss), who grew up on the ranch next to the Lambs, also lends a hand in preserving justice. In Vegas, two powerful men – Lamb and Savino – are engaged in a fierce battle for control of the budding oasis, and for both of them, folding is not an option. Nicholas Pileggi, Greg Walker, Cathy Konrad, Arthur Sarkissian and James Mangold, who also directed the pilot, are the executive producers for CBS Television Studios.
MADE IN JERSEY
MADE IN JERSEY is a drama about a young working-class woman who uses her street smarts to compete among her pedigreed Manhattan colleagues at a prestigious New York law firm. Martina Garretti (Janet Montgomery) finds her firm’s cutthroat landscape challenging, but what she lacks in an Ivy League education she more than makes up for with tenacity and blue-collar insight. After just a few weeks, firm founder Donovan Stark (Kyle MacLachlan), takes note of Martina’s ingenuity and resourcefulness, as does her sassy secretary Cyndi Vega (Toni Trucks). With the support of her big Italian family, including her sexy older sister Bonnie (Erin Cummings), Martina is able to stay true to her roots as a bold, passionate lawyer on the rise in a new intimidating environment. Jamie Tarses, Kevin Falls, Julia Franz and Mark Waters, who also directed the pilot, are the executive producers for Sony Pictures Television in association with CBS Television Studios. Pilot was written by creator and co-executive producer Dana Calvo.
The New Comedy:
PARTNERS
PARTNERS is a comedy based on the lives of creators David Kohan and Max Mutchnick, about two life-long best friends and business partners whose “bromance” is tested when one of them is engaged to be married. Joe (David Krumholtz) is an accomplished architect who leads with his head and not his heart, especially in his love life. That’s in stark contrast to his gay co-worker, Louis (Michael Urie), who is spontaneous, emotional and prone to exaggeration. Both have found joy in their love lives: Joe is newly engaged to Ali (Sophia Bush), a beautiful and sophisticated jewelry designer, while Louis is dating Wyatt (Brandon Routh), a vegan nurse who Louis insists is just a promotion away from becoming a doctor. As news of Joe’s engagement settles, time will tell if their business and personal bond can adapt to the addition of two other important relationships. Emmy Award winners David Kohan and Max Mutchnick are executive producers for Warner Bros. Television. Emmy Award winner James Burrows directed the pilot.
The New Midseason Series:
GOLDEN BOY
GOLDEN BOY is a drama about the meteoric rise of an ambitious cop who becomes the youngest police commissioner in the history of New York City, and the high personal and professional cost he pays to achieve it. As he’s interviewed for a story about his career, Walter William Clark, Jr. (Theo James) flashes back on his hard-fought journey from street kid to the most powerful man in law enforcement. After only three years as a beat cop, Clark’s heroics on the job make him bold enough to ask for and receive the unheard – of promotion to Homicide Detective, angering the members of his new department who are eager to see him fail. Clark’s disappointed to be partnered with veteran Detective Don Owen (Chi McBride), a gruff lifer just two years shy of retirement. He would rather team with First Grade Detective Christian Arroyo (Kevin Alejandro), the alpha dog in the squad who’s just as ambitious as Clark, but without a moral center. Arroyo’s partner is Detective Deborah McKenzie (Bonnie Somerville), a tough third-generation cop and the only female detective in the unit. Also on the team is Detective Joe Diaco (Holt McCallany), well-connected with tremendous resources which Clark might find useful. Though laser-focused on moving up the ladder, Clark’s soft spot is serving as the sole caregiver and supporter of his sister, Agnes (Stella Maeve), a teenager demonstrating increasingly dangerous behavior. Keenly observant and politically savvy, the Golden Boy bases his career decisions solely on his need to succeed as quickly as possible, and he’ll find that his epic journey will be filled with consequences. Greg Berlanti, Emmy Award winner Nicholas Wootton and Richard Shepard, who directed the pilot, are executive producers for Warner Bros. Television.
FRIEND ME
FRIEND ME is a comedy about two 20-something best friends who just moved from Indiana to Los Angeles to start cool new jobs, but can’t agree on how to socially engage in their new city. Rob (Nicholas Braun) is eager to embrace the L.A. scene and meet new people who aren’t looking down at their smart phones or laptops. Evan (Christopher Mintz-Plasse), however, prefers to socialize online at home in his underwear, web-chatting and playing poker with his Hoosier buddies Mike (Parveesh Cheena), Sully (Tim Robinson) and Farhad (Dan Ahdoot) just a keystroke away. Meanwhile, Rob’s had enough of iChatting, and naively posts a flyer seeking new friends on the coffee house bulletin board, despite Evan’s warning that no good can come from meeting strangers in person. Soon the calls start rolling in, some with potential, some just disturbing, and Rob and a reluctant Evan embark on what will be a series of the most epic adventures – and disasters – of their lives. Alan Kirschenbaum and Ajay Sahgal, Eric and Kim Tannenbaum, are executive producers for CBS Television Studios, in association with The Tannenbaum Company. The pilot was directed by Pamela Fryman.
THE JOB
From reality show masters Michael Davies (“Who Wants To Be A Millionaire,” “Watch What Happens Live”) and Mark Burnett (“Survivor,” “The Voice”) comes a new reality series, THE JOB, where every week talented candidates are chosen from across the country for a chance to win their dream job at one of America’s most prestigious companies. Host Lisa Ling guides participants through several rounds of the most intense interviews of their lives, including challenges ranging from an on-the-spot quiz to assess their knowledge of the company to deadline-driven tasks while spending a day on the job. But the candidates aren’t the only ones in the hot seat. Adding to the pressure, a rival company is also present and waiting for an opportunity to swoop in and steal any of the contenders by making a competing offer. The participant must then decide immediately whether they will take the rival’s offer or stay in the competition in the hope that they are the last one standing for this once-in-a-lifetime job opportunity. Produced by Sony Pictures Television and Embassy Row.
Counting Crows recently wrapped up a sold-out tour in support of their latest album, Underwater Sunshine (Or What We Did On Our Summer Vacation), and now they’re preparing to hit the road again for a summer tour kicking off in Asbury Park, New Jersey.
Counting Crows ‘The Outlaw Roadshow’ Tour Dates:
Leg #1 also features: Good Old War, Foreign Fields, and Filligar
June 9 Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summerstage
June 12 Danbury, CT – Ives Concert Park
June 13 Utica, NY – Saranac Brewery
June 15 Toronto, ON – Echo Beach
June 16 Sylvania (Toledo) OH – Centennial Terrace
June 18 Cleveland, OH – Cain Park
June 20 Vienna, VA – The Filene Center at Wolftrap
June 22 Rochester Hills, MI – Meadow Brook
June 23 Columbus, OH – LC Pavilion
June 25 Louisville, KY – Iroquois Amphitheater
June 26 Simpsonville, SC – Charter Amphitheater
June 28 Tuscaloosa, AL – Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
June 29 Snowden Grove, MS – Snowden Grove Amphitheater
July 1 Indianapolis, IN – The Lawn at White River State Park
Leg #2 also features: We Are Augustines, Kasey Anderson and The Honkies, and Field Report
July 17 Brooklyn, NY – Williamsburg Waterfront Park
July 19 Hyannis, MA – Cape Cod Melody Tent
July 20 Cohasset, MA – South Shore Music Circus
July 22 Camden, NJ – WXPN Fest at the Susquehanna Bank Center
July 23 Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
July 26 Cedar Rapids, IA – Ragbrai 40th Anniversary
Guillermo del Toro and David Eick are working with Marvel and ABC on developing The Hulk series, and Lee expressed hope that it could fit into the 2013-2014 lineup.
“Hulk is in development. It wasn’t going to be ready this season but we hope it’s going to be ready for next season,” stated Lee during the conference call as reported by flickeringmyth.com. “We’re immensely proud to be a company with The Avengers. We’re going to continue to develop aggressively. We’re very happy to make shows not just for our own network but for other networks too. Where the shows are more appropriate to our brand, they’ll go with us. Where they’re more appropriate to brands like Fox or NBC, CBS, happy to do that too.”
John Woo will produce and direct Day of the Beast, a remake of the 1963 film Youth of the Beast. Rob Frisbee wrote the script, with Terence Chang and Nikkatsu’s Naoki Soto on board as producers. (Nikkatsu is Japan’s oldest major movie studio, celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.)
CBS Films has picked up the US distribution rights to Ends of the Earth, an action thriller starring a cast of newcomers. Co-writer/co-directors Derek Lee and Clif Prowse will be making their feature film debuts with the project; Chris Ferguson and Zach Lipovsky are producing.
Counting Crows recently wrapped up a sold-out tour in support of their latest album, Underwater Sunshine (Or What We Did On Our Summer Vacation), and now they’re preparing to hit the road again for a summer tour kicking off in Asbury Park, New Jersey.
