Joss Whedon already thinking about The Avengers sequel
SFX magazine had a chat with The Avengers write/director Joss Whedon and, even though the movie is not even out yet, he’s already knocking around a few ideas for the inevitable sequel. His solution for dealing with the expectation of having to top the first movie, is: “By not trying to. By being smaller. More [...]
The new trailer for The Avengers is online
We know this has been around for a week or so, we can’t come back without mentioning the new trailer for The Avengers. What can we say apart from ‘Wow!’. While not really giving away any story details, the trailer really does give a good idea of the scale and action we’ll be seeing. It’s [...]
Positive reviews for Thor!
As Marvel begins the worldwide release of Thor, the reviews are now coming in thick and fast, and they are pretty positive! According to the UK’s Empire: “…it’s powerful stuff… And when it comes to making Shakespearean material — and the relationship between Thor, Loki and Odin positively reeks of the Bard — work on [...]
The Avengers begins filming – first set photo and official Marvel statement
After a cinematic build-up that has spanned The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man 1 & 2, and this summer’s Thor and Captain America, filming has finally started on Marvel Studios’ superhero epic, The Avengers. Marvel have released the first official set photo, along with a lengthy statement confirming the main cast (including the rumoured Tom Hiddlestone, [...]
First official Red Skull photo from Captain America
We’ve been away for a few days, but we are happy to be back with a great update. EW have published the first official still of Hugo Weaving in his full Red Skull costume and makeup, along with a few words from director Joe Johnston. Captain America: The First Avenger is directed by Joe Johnston, [...]
Thor – New trailer released
Marvel have now released the new trailer for Kenneth Branagh’s Thor, which gives a really good at the humour and action in the movie. It looks as though Branagh is more than capable of handling the scale and effects that the film demands. You can check it out below: Directed by Kenneth Branagh, Thor stars [...]
Captain America – Chris Evans talks about the role
Chris Evans had a chat with Total Film about his starring role in Captain America, and touched on his multi-film commitment and his research. “It’s a big commitment… At one point it was nine pictures. We’ve got it down to six but still, that’s making a decision for a big portion of your life. I [...]
Iron Man 3 – Shane Black in talks to direct?
THR reports that Shane Black is in talks with Marvel Studios/Disney to direct, and most likely write, the next Iron Man movie, due for release in 2013. While talks are still at an early stage, getting Black on-board would be a good move. He was behind some of the big action classics of the 80s [...]
