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‘NeverEnding Story’ Reboot Sends Second FSR Writer to the Bottle

‘NeverEnding Story’ Reboot Sends Second FSR Writer to the Bottle

Thank the Gods that we just filled the fridge here at FSR HQ with Shiner Bock, because it is time to commence the drinking binge, folks.

By Neil Miller on February 25, 2009 | Comments

Warner Bros. Assembles Its ‘Suicide Squad’

Warner Bros. Assembles Its ‘Suicide Squad’

While Marvel assembles its Avengers slowly and surely, it would appear that Warner Bros. is looking deep inside their DC Comics library to something a little different.

By Neil Miller on February 25, 2009 | Comments

Superman Returns Sequel Info ‘Unleashed’ Prematurely By Secure Website

Superman Returns Sequel Info ‘Unleashed’ Prematurely By Secure Website

Oh, the things one stumbles upon while sifting through websites, like the title and plot synopsis of the next Superman film.

By Adam Sweeney on February 22, 2009 | Comments

It Has Been Alleged That 20th Century Fox is the Devil

It Has Been Alleged That 20th Century Fox is the Devil

As if Watchmen isn’t getting enough press lately, the Web was flooded with reports this morning that the movie’s screenwriter, David Hayter, made some waves during the Watchmen press day in L.A. yesterday.

By Paige MacGregor on February 19, 2009 | Comments

Joel Silver To Make Giant Mattel Commercial with He-Man

Joel Silver To Make Giant Mattel Commercial with He-Man

Warners is moving forward with Masters of the Universe and John Stevenson at the helm for his first live-action flick.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on January 30, 2009 | Comments

Like it Or Not: There’s Going to be a Third Tomb Raider

Like it Or Not: There’s Going to be a Third Tomb Raider

Also, Megan Fox or not, there’s going to be a third Tomb Raider. We’re dying to hear your thoughts on this one.

By Paige MacGregor on January 29, 2009 | Comments

Tom and Jerry Meet CGI on the Big Screen

Tom and Jerry Meet CGI on the Big Screen

Apparently Warners didn’t see the live-action Garfield because they are ready to move forward with CGI Tom and Jerry.

By Robin Ruinsky on January 22, 2009 | Comments

Watchmen Watch: Fox and Warners Settle

Watchmen Watch: Fox and Warners Settle

Fox is getting a ton of money, but we have yet to know exactly how well the company will cash in on the decision to pass on the project. The bottom line: Watchmen comes out on time. Just as expected.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on January 15, 2009 | Comments

Fox, Warners File Settlement Notice for Watchmen

Fox, Warners File Settlement Notice for Watchmen

Fox and Warner Bros. Have Kissed and Made Up. Almost. At least they’ve agree to meet officially again today to settle Watchmen once and for all.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on January 15, 2009 | Comments

A Much Closer Look: A-List Actors and Box Office Performance

A Much Closer Look: A-List Actors and Box Office Performance

After the box office success of 300, Warner Bros. has realized how much money they can save on their big-budget tentpoles by not paying A-listers (or anyone close to an A-lister), and they’ve consequently chosen to exercise that option with Watchmen.

By Julian Dean Shapiro on January 10, 2009 | Comments

The Watchmen Lawsuit: A Tale of Two Letters

The Watchmen Lawsuit: A Tale of Two Letters

It’s now a tale of two letters. One is from producer Larry Gordon to US District Court Judge Feess. The other is an open letter written by producer Lloyd Levin on behalf of the film he has worked on for fifteen years.

By Robin Ruinsky on January 9, 2009 | Comments

Harry Potter: Victim of Economic Collapse? Nah…

Harry Potter: Victim of Economic Collapse? Nah…

To hell with Harry Potter’s battle with Voldemort, critics are now fearing that an economic depression may cast a dark spell over the film franchise.

By Adam Sweeney on December 31, 2008 | Comments

New Watchmen Featurette is Here to Make You Sad

New Watchmen Featurette is Here to Make You Sad

Despite the fact that Fox announced this week that intends to delay the release of Watchmen, Warner Bros. continues to release new video. It’s enough to make any fanboy cry…

By Neil Miller on December 31, 2008 | Comments

Court Finds For Fox In ‘Watchmen’ Case, Rules Against WB

Court Finds For Fox In ‘Watchmen’ Case, Rules Against WB

Santa left an early present in Warner Bros. stocking on Wednesday… a lump of coal in the form of an early ruling in 20th Century Fox’s Watchmen copyright lawsuit against them.

By Rob Hunter on December 26, 2008 | Comments

Alan Horn Guesses That Green Latern is Next for WB

Alan Horn Guesses That Green Latern is Next for WB

Our good friend Frosty at Collider caught up with Warner Bros. Chief Alan Horn this week at the premiere of Yes Man. And instead of asking him about Yes Man 2 (which we’re all hoping for), he asked about a bunch of silly superhero movies…

By Neil Miller on December 18, 2008 | Comments

The Dark Knight Breaks All Sorts of Blu-ray Sales Records

The Dark Knight Breaks All Sorts of Blu-ray Sales Records

Normally I would write this up in jest, saying something like “oh my god!” or “breaking news!” But I’m feeling mature this morning…

By Neil Miller on December 17, 2008 | Comments

First Look: Robert Downey Jr. in Guy Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes

First Look: Robert Downey Jr. in Guy Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes

Today has brought us tons of preview images from the folks at Warner Bros., including a few striking images from Guy Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes. Okay, maybe just one striking image.

By Neil Miller on December 13, 2008 | Comments

Where the Wild Things Are: Official Release Date and Photos

Where the Wild Things Are: Official Release Date and Photos

Despite delays, reshoots and children running scared from test screenings, Spike Jonze’s Where the Wild Things Are still may make it into theaters — and according to the Warner Bros. 2009 preview, they’ll be landing on October 16th.

By Neil Miller on December 13, 2008 | Comments

Zack Snyder Slims Down The Watchmen

Zack Snyder Slims Down The Watchmen

In a recent interview, Watchmen director Zack Snyder was asked about the film’s runtime. And to the potential dismay of some fans, Snyder admitted that while the final runtime is not set, the film is getting shorter.

By Neil Miller on December 3, 2008 | Comments

Weekend Discussion: Will Heath Ledger Win an Oscar?

Weekend Discussion: Will Heath Ledger Win an Oscar?

While I think many of us would agree that Heath Ledger’s performance was very Oscar-worthy, the question now becomes whether or not the Academy will actually give it to him.

By Neil Miller on November 23, 2008 | Comments