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Heath Ledger is The Joker?
by Karl Schneider (Fri 07-21-2006)
According to Latino Review, Heath Ledger has been offered the part of The Joker in the upcoming BATMAN BEGINS sequel.Latino Review writes, "We were first to tell the world that Brandon Routh was going to be the new Superman. Now here we are at it again as... First look at Heath Ledger in "The Dark Knight"?
by Karl Schneider (Fri 04-20-2007)
A scooper has sent relatively poor quality photographs of what look to be Heath Ledger done up as the Joker.In the images, Ledger seems to be walking around near his trailer. You can find them here.The Chris Nolan-directed movie co-stars Christian B... Heath Ledger talks The Joker
by Karl Schneider (Sat 09-09-2006)
In an interview with the Toronto Sun, Heath Ledger talked about his plans for the role of The Joker in the upcoming film THE DARK KNIGHT."It's definitely going to stump people," Ledger said. "I think it'll be more along the lines of how the Joker was mea... 
Heath Ledger talks Joker
by Karl Schneider (Wed 04-04-2007)
Newsweek sat down in an April issue to talk with Heath Ledger and threw in a few questions about his upcoming film, The Dark Knight.The questions:As the Joker in the new "Batman" movie, have you tried on the mask yet?Metaphorically, yes. I've be... Ledger Talks JOKER's Lack of Compassion
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 09-17-2007)
Actor Heath Ledger talked briefly with French magazine, AlloCine, about his upcoming villain role of the Joker for THE DARK KNIGHT. Naturally, as most actors would attest to, playing such an evil role is all kinds of fun. Ledger's Joker goes up ... Ledger Set For SIN
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 10-01-2001)
Heath Ledger is set to star in a project called SIN EATER, which will reunite the actor with A KNIGHT'S TALE helmer Brian Helgeland.Described as a supernatural romantic thriller, the film to come will feature Ledger in the role of a young priest aiding a ... Gilliam & Ledger Reteam for IMAGINARIUM
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-01-2007)
Director Terry Gilliam and Heath Ledger are reteaming once again for a new fantasy on THE IMAGINARIUM OF DOCTOR PARNASSUS, says Variety. The thespian joins Christopher Plummer, Tom Waits, Lily Cole, Andrew Garfield and Verne Troyer for Samuel Ha... McGregor & Ledger In NAUTICA?
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 10-15-2001)
Ewan McGregor (STAR WARS: EPISODE II - ATTACK OF THE CLONES) and Heath Ledger (A KNIGHT'S TALE) are both in talk sto star in a mystery thriller called NAUTICA.The project will be directed by Ted Demme with a script by Richard McBrien, which tells the stor... Dark Knight, The
by Karl Schneider (Tue 05-29-2007)
Release Date: July 18, 2008
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures Director: Christopher Nolan Screenwriter: Jonathan Nolan, Christopher Nolan Cast: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman ... Batmania! Rise and Shine with The Dark Night
by Josh Gordon (Fri 07-18-2008)
...ed to see Heath Ledgers performance. When I ask him why he chose this early morning showing over a more reasonable time, he points to his friend and says “something to do with this guy here, he (his friend) claims that this (the Cinerama Dome) is... Brothers Grimm, The
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Fri 08-27-2004)
Genre:Fantasy/Adventure.Studio:MGM/Dimension Films.Production Company:Unknown.Project Phase:Post-production.Who's In It:Matt Damon (Jacob Grimm); Heath Ledger (Wilhelm Grimm); Jonathan Pryce (Delatombe); Peter Stormare; Monica Bellucci; Lena Heady.Who's M... Update: Ledger's Autopsy Is Inconclusive
by Associate News Editor (Wed 01-23-2008)
2nd Update: The latest press release from the AP indicates that more time (10 days) is required for further investigation.
An autopsy on Heath Ledger was inconclusive, and more tests are needed, the medical examiner's office said Wednesday, a day after ... Michael Caine Describes Ledger's JOKER
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 10-02-2007)
...trayed by Heath Ledger and told us what to expect from his character..
From MTV:
Transparent interviewer technique #1: butter up the subject. I began by telling Caine that clearly the star of the new film will be Alfred, judging from his voiceover in... THE ORDER
by Abbie Bernstein (Mon 09-08-2003)
...f urgency.Heath Ledger plays Father Alex, a member of the secretive Order of the Carolingians, whose few members perform exorcisms and dispel demons. When Alex's excommunicated mentor Father Dominic (Francesco Carnelutti) dies under mysterious circumst... THE DARK KNIGHT: The Joker's Wild!
by Scott Mantz (Thu 07-17-2008)
...o do with Heath Ledger, who plays Batman's most notorious archenemy, the Joker. When Ledger—an Oscar-nominee for 2005's Brokeback Mountain—died in January from an accidental drug overdose, his performance was elevated to mythic status befor... Villain Clip Revealed for DARK KNIGHT (Tue 06-17-2008)
...s besides Heath Ledger's Joker in any clips before the film hits theaters. By way of a new viral website for the caped crusader, a new video clip has popped up online at Gotham City Pizzeria. Once you hit the site, click on the "HA" in the Go...Update: Four New TV Spots for DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 06-25-2008)
...at Joker (Heath Ledger) unleashes. The sequel, which is once again directed by Christopher Nolan, stars Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. The Nolan brothers penned the screenp... JOKER Has the Last Smirk on New Banner
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 05-17-2008)
"Why So Serious?", that's what the Joker (Heath Ledger) would be asking you! Fellow maniacs Hanso and Michael X. Maelstrom would agree! The latest banner for the upcoming Dark Knight has appeared online, courtesy of Batman-on-Film. To check it o... Maggie Gyllenhaal Talks Dawes in DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 01-07-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. The sequel was written by brothers Johnathan and Christopher Nolan with Chris once again behind-the-camera in the director's chair. Production has wrapped w... 7 Minute DARK KNIGHT Look in December?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 10-17-2007)
...he Joker (Heath Ledger) attached to the IMAX edition of I AM LEGEND on December 14, 2007.
Hopefully, we shall get a confirmation soon on whether this 7 minute preview hits standard theaters as well for the flick.
Running up the Hill with Brandon Thomas
by Kurt Amacker, Columnist (Wed 01-23-2008)
Greetings, Maniacs, and welcome to another week of Comicscape. Before I dive into my interview with comic writer Brandon Thomas, I want to acknowledge the passing of Heath Ledger, who passed away in his apartment yesterday morning. Ledger, of co... Joker's Girlfriend, Superman Returns & Beyond!
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 02-29-2008)
...(the late Heath Ledger) and Batman. It stands to reason the second trailer will focus on Harvey Dent (Eckhart) and Bats.
A Last Starfighter sequel 24 years in the making?
The Rumor: A sequel to the 1984 sci-fi film The Last Starfighter will be hi... DARK KNIGHT Rescues Another $23.1 Mil Friday
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 07-26-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger and Aaron Eckhart pulled in another estimated $23.1 mil for Friday, a full $12 mil over the second placed comedy Step Brothers. This means Knight has an eye popping $261.7 mil in only 8 days of release, Maniacs. The previous reco... E.T Clips of KNIGHT Online
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 06-26-2008)
...he Joker (Heath Ledger), who thrusts Gotham into anarchy and forces the Dark Knight ever closer to crossing the fine line between hero and vigilante.The Dark Knight will hit theaters July 18, 2008.
Excl: UPDATE on DARK KNIGHT Spoilers
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 08-30-2007)
...er! Heath Ledger, in full makeup but dressed as one of the salting cops with a hat on, was one of the guys shooting at the Mayor. Either the rest were his thugs or he had some control over them as all of the saluters turn their guns on the ... First Look at Gilliam's DOCTOR PARNASSUS
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 02-11-2008)
The first look at Terry Gilliam's upcoming fantasy The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus has made its way online courtesy of their official website. This film will feature Heath Ledger in his last starring role alongside co-stars Christopher Plummer, Tom Wa... Michael Caine Updates on DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 08-03-2007)
...n this is Heath Ledger who plays the "The Joker". I have seen him on film and I have worked with him and I must say it is quite an extradinary performance.
DARK KNIGHT hits theaters on July 18, 2008. GRIMM Look at Upcoming Gilliam Film
by News Editor (Fri 04-15-2005)
Blackfilm.com is offering six images from Terry Gilliam's soon to be released THE BROTHERS GRIMM.The script was written by Ehren Kruger and the film stars Matt Damon, Heath Ledger, Jonathan Pryce, & Monica Bellucci.Click here to see all six photos. RING MASTER
by Anthony C. Ferrante (Fri 03-11-2005)
...Damon and Heath Ledger star in it and it's really quite a ride. Yes, it was great fun to write. It was less fun when it looked like it wouldn't get made. But every now and then these things have a way of working out. CINESCAPE: Do you have any int... STAR TREK NEMESIS trailer online
by Mike Whybark (Tue 09-24-2002)
...e current Heath Ledger vehicle, THE FOUR FEATHERS.Click on the source link above to view the trailer.Questions? Comments? Let us know what you think at feedback@cinescape.com. THE BROTHERS GRIMM
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 08-26-2005)
THE BROTHERS GRIMM is a physically gorgeous, occasionally affecting, sometimes annoying and often messy fantasy that posits that famed fairytale writers Wilhelm (Matt Damon) and Jacob Grimm (Heath Ledger), called mostly "Will" and "Jake" here, lived throu... Young's Exorcism and Morricone's anime score
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 11-10-2005)
... starring Heath Ledger and SYRIANA, a political thriller starring George Clooney and Matt Damon. The first-mentioned wll be released on CD by Hollywood Records on 6 December, and SYRIANA will be available from Sony BMG Masterworks on 13 December. via m... Bale Talks DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 06-27-2007)
...(Batman), Heath Ledger (The Joker), Morgan Freeman (Lucius Fox), Michael Caine (Alfred), Gary Oldman(Gordon), Aaron Eckhart (District Attorney Harvey Dent), Maggie Gyllenhaal (Rachel Dawes), Eric Roberts, Anthony Michael Hall & Nestor Carbonel... Another Villian to SCARE BATMAN?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 06-21-2007)
It seems that Superhero Hype has recieved another "set report" for the filming of Nolan's Batman: The Dark Knight and this set report actually has some interesting tidbits to pass along to the eager readers awaiting news.
We know that Heath Le... DARK KNIGHT'S JOKER At Comic Con
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 07-27-2007)
...he Joker (Heath Ledger) looking to recruit goons for his posse. It's a picture of Uncle Sam with Joker makeup spray painted on and text copied over the original text.
Warner Bros did the same exact thing with ibelieveinharveydent.com for releasing the... Nolan talks BATMAN
by Karl Schneider (Wed 08-30-2006)
... in which Heath Ledger will play The Joker opposite Christian Bale, he mentioned that they're changing things up. "I think what people responded to well about 'Batman Begins' is how different it was from their expectations so I think we would be foolis... How Much is TOO Much?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 07-18-2007)
... on...i.e Heath Ledger standing around and the production crew prepping the batmobile. Not to mention the articles about Two Face appearing and another Batman mythology character appearing who's being portrayed by an old school 80's Hughes favorite.
... Set Photos of THE JOKER Emerge
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 07-16-2007)
New photos of Heath Ledger in his "Joker" look have appeared online courtesy of Latino Review. Someone sent them a few photos of THE DARK KNIGHT filming at night under a Chicago overpass. Alongwith the photos, a very short video was posted thoug... Lt. Gordon's Family Set For BATMAN
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 06-28-2007)
...(Batman), Heath Ledger (The Joker), Morgan Freeman (Lucius Fox), Michael Caine (Alfred), Gary Oldman(Gordon), Aaron Eckhart (District Attorney Harvey Dent), Maggie Gyllenhaal (Rachel Dawes), Eric Roberts, Anthony Michael Hall & Nestor Carbonel... Jack Nicholson Talks About Nolan's JOKER
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-08-2007)
...er actor, Heath Ledger, playing the Joker in next summer's "The Dark Knight"?
Nicholson: Let me be the way I'm not in interviews. I'm furious. I'm furious. [He laughs.] They never asked me about a sequel with the Joker. I know how to do tha... Top 5 Genre Films of 2007, Top 5 Anticipated Films of 2008
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 01-01-2008)
...it to see Heath Ledger as the Joker given all the sinister pics we’ve seen of him over these last two months. Yes, I know he won’t be as humorous as previous depictions of the Joker but really, I don’t need him to display that aspect ... Toy Maniac: Maniac Holiday Ornaments
by Robert T. Trate (Thu 08-28-2008)
...hing like Heath Ledger. A Mach 5 will join the Hallmark Ornaments as well as Iron Man and finally Indiana Jones (right out of Raiders of the Lost Ark). Believe it or not The Simpsons have finally gotten the first Hallmark Ornament with Bart and Lisa wa... Update: No More Bootleg, New KNIGHT Posters
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 04-29-2008)
...he Joker (Heath Ledger), who thrusts Gotham into anarchy and forces the Dark Knight ever closer to crossing the fine line between hero and vigilante.The Dark Knight will hit standard and IMAX theaters July 18, 2008. Universal B-horrors
by Brian Thomas (Tue 09-19-2006)
...niversal) Heath Ledger stars as a Celtic warrior with magical powers for 13 episodes. (O) THE SANDMAN (Tempe) A monster stalks a trailer park. Includes commentrak, Making-Of featurettes, deleted footage, music video and more. (O) SHOGUN COLLECTION (A... Grim news for THE BROTHERS GRIMM
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 08-25-2004)
...Damon and Heath Ledger play the two 18th centuory storytelling brothers who go from town to town inventing tall tales of supernatural trouble so they can fleece the townsfolk. When the brothers are hired by the French government to invesitgate claims o... 'Tis the Season for TV Seasoning
by Brian Thomas (Tue 12-30-2003)
... starring Heath Ledger as a sexy priest/secret agent. With director’s commentrak, eight deleted scenes and trailer. (O) THE SECRET SERVICE: Complete Series (A&E) This rare series was Gerry Andersons final Supermarionation show, and it’s plenty... TOP 10: The Creeper rakes it in
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 09-02-2003)
...Next week Heath Ledger enters the fray with THE ORDER, David Spade hits us with DICKIE ROBERTS: FORMER CHILD STAR and SHAOLIN SOCCER opens in limited release.Here's the list of the top grossing films from August 29 to September 1, their weekend gross a... BROTHERS GRIMM adding cast
by Mike Whybark (Fri 02-21-2003)
...Damon and Heath Ledger, while Robin Williams and Gilliam regular Jonathan Pryce are to portray bad guys Cavaldi and Delatombe.Questions? Comments? Let us know what you think at feedback@cinescape.com. THIRTEEN director grabs board for THE LORDS OF DOGTOWN
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 02-13-2004)
THRITEEN director Catherine Hardwicke has selected her actors for her next project, THE LORDS OF DOGTOWN. Heath Ledger (THE ORDER, THE PATRIOT) and Emile Hirsch (male lead in the upcoming romantic comedy THE GIRL NEXT DOOR) will wind up playing the foundi... Grimm Soundtrack News
by Randall Larson (Wed 08-24-2005)
Composer Dario Marinelli's score for Terry Gilliam's new lavish fantasy, THE BROTHERS GRIMM, was released yesterday on Milan Records.The Miramax release is a classic fantasy fable from master filmmaker Terry Gilliam. The film stars Matt Damon, Heath Ledge... Comicscape - July 19, 2006
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 07-19-2006)
...ht it for Heath Ledger. Then, you totally cried when he wasn't in it. Elephantmen #1 $2.99Al: Huh? Mammomax got his own series?Kurt: You know, I'm not even touching this one. Girls #15 (MR) $2.99 Red Diaries TP $16.95Al: Damn commies.Kurt: Damn... Shocking stocking stuffers
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 12-20-2005)
...Damon and Heath Ledger wander into a real enchanted forest in this Terry Gilliam fantasy. With commentrak, deleted footage, Making-Of and more. (O) CAMP UTOPIA (Tempe) Teens visit a camp that used to be a cult commune until the leader massacred all his... Celebrities Ring in THE RING
by Sue Schneider (Thu 10-31-2002)
...th guests Heath Ledger, Nicole Kidman, Bruce Michael Hall, Janel Moloney and many others. IMAX Bank Scene from DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 07-03-2008)
...he Joker (Heath Ledger), who thrusts Gotham into anarchy and forces the Dark Knight ever closer to crossing the fine line between hero and vigilante.Here's the bank scene that WB released attached to I Am Legend in December.
THE FOUR FEATHERS
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 09-20-2002)
...eversham (Heath Ledger) would seem the perfect young officer, son of a decorated general (Tim Pigott-Smith) and loved and respected by all his peers, as well as by his fiancée Ethne (Kate Hudson), daughter of a war hero who died for England. The troubl... HBO's First Look at DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 07-14-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Director Christopher Nolan led production, based on a screenplay that he co-wrote with brother Jonathan Nolan. Plot Summary: "The Dark Knight&... Something Viral Planned for DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 07-07-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman.Plot Summary: "The Dark Knight" reunites director Christopher Nolan with star Christian Bale, who returns to continue Batman's war on crim... One Comicscape About Many Things
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-25-2007)
...tures of Heath Ledger on the set of The Dark Knight – the sequel to Batman Begins – emerged, the Internet cracked in half with rampant speculation about their authenticity. Frankly, I found them so innocuous that I can’t hel... Two New KNIGHT Banners Appear Online
by Jarrod Sarafin (Wed 05-28-2008)
Two new international banners for The Dark Knight have popped up online this afternoon courtesy of Omelete. To check out one, click the photo on the left. To see the other, hit the link above. The upcoming sequel will star Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aa... New Gotham Tonight Video for DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 06-23-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Christopher Nolan was once again behind the camera, based on a screenplay that he co-wrote alongside brother Jonathan Nolan.You can check out the n... 8-Minute Gotham News and Alt-Trailer for KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 06-16-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Nolan once again directed and penned the screenplay alongside brother Jonathan Nolan.Plot Summary: "The Dark Knight" reunites director Ch... New DARK KNIGHT Trailer, New Villain for Third Film?
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 06-30-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Director Christopher Nolan led the production, based on a screenplay that he co-wrote alongside brother Jonathan Nolan.Plot Summary: "The Dark... New TV Spot for DARK KNIGHT Online
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 06-12-2008)
... co-stars Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman.Plot Summary: "The Dark Knight" reunites director Christopher Nolan with star Christian Bale, who returns to continue Batman's war on crim... DARK KNIGHT Trailer Officially Hits the Web
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sun 12-16-2007)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Christopher Nolan is directing, based on a screenplay he co-wrote with Johnathan Nolan.
Plot Summary: Christian Bale once again e... New International Posters for DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 12-14-2007)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Christopher Nolan directs off a screenplay he wrote alongside his brother Johnathan Nolan.
Plot Summary: Christian Bale once again embodies ... MATRIX beauty transforms into evil witch
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 09-26-2003)
...Damon and Heath Ledger play the two Grimm siblings who are actually con artists, duping simple townsfolk into believing they're the Middle Ages equivalent of the Ghostbusters. The brothers are called to the task when they investigate the haunted forest... Shooting Continues on Gilliam's DOCTOR
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 03-11-2008)
... of actor Heath Ledger on Jan. 22. The production also stars Christopher Plummer, Verne Troyer, Andrew Garfield, Lily Cole and Tom Waits. Director Gilliam also wrote the screenplay with Charles McKeown. "Since the format of the story allows for ... New Viral Sites for DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Thu 03-27-2008)
Before Heath Ledger passed away in late January, the marketing blitz was on from Warner Bros. and the team of Christopher Nolan for their upcoming sequel The Dark Knight. Afterwards, the online viral marketing died down for a while but it's gearing up aga... New Featurette for DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 06-06-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Director Christopher Nolan once again directs, based on a screenplay that he wrote alongside brother Jonathan Nolan. You can also check out some co... Three TV Spots for DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 05-16-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Nolan wrote the screenplay with his brother Jonathan.Plot Summary: "The Dark Knight" reunites director Christopher Nolan with star Christ... WB Sends Out Full KNIGHT Gallery
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 06-27-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Director Christopher Nolan was once again behind the camera, based on a screenplay that he co-wrote with brother Jonathan Nolan.For all the previou... New DARK KNIGHT Trailer Arrives Today
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 04-28-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Director Christopher Nolan was once again behind the camera, based on a screenplay he penned with brother Jonathan Nolan. Plot Summary: "The D... Addy Joins In On SIN
by Frank Kurtz (Fri 12-21-2001)
Mark Addy is the latest addition to the cast of Brian Helgeland's supernatural thriller SIN EATER.Addy is also the third actor who worked in the helmer's A KNIGHT'S TALE to jump on board this new project. The film stars Heath Ledger as a young priest with... BROTHERS GRIMM begins
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 06-30-2003)
Screendaily reports that principal photography begins today on BROTHERS GRIMM, the $75 million dollar fantasy/adventure film starring Matt Damon and Heath Ledger. The picture is being directed by Terry Gilliam.It was believed that Robin Williams would be ... New DARK KNIGHT Trailer Online
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 05-05-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman.Plot Concept: Batman sets out to destroy organized crime in Gotham for good with the help of Lieutenant Jim Gordon (Oldman) and District Attorney Ha... ULTIMATE Millar call
by Mike Whybark (Thu 10-17-2002)
...esel, and Heath Ledger" all appear."Superheroes tend to be fairly generic, but these are real personalities, you know. We've had one guy who's abused his wife, you know, you've another guy who's an alcoholic; just all these guys suddenly get together i... Dimension gets GRIMM
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 03-04-2003)
Dimension Films has agreed to co-finance the $75 million dollar Terry Gilliam movie BROTHERS GRIMM with MGM. Under the deal Dimension will handle domestic distribution of the movie which is set to begin filming this spring. Matt Damon and Heath Ledger a... New Viral DARK KNIGHT Poster
by Jarrod Sarafin (Tue 07-01-2008)
...ian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman. Christopher Nolan directed the sequel, based on a screenplay that he co-wrote with brother Jonathan Nolan.You check out the many screenshots and mo... BROTHERS GRIMM begins June 30
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 04-24-2003)
...epublic. Heath Ledger and Matt Damon are playing the two literary Grimms with Robin Williams and Jonathan Pryce handling the villain roles. Got a scoop? Know something that you need to tell us about? Send it to us! Spend "New Fear's Day" With FEARnet.com
by Tim Janson (Wed 12-26-2007)
...wney Jr., Heath Ledger, Josh Hartnett, Milla Jovovich, Peter Fonda, David Arquette and Tim Burton.
The episodes in the series are entitled: “What’s Your Biggest Fear?”, “FEARnet Shout-outs”, “FEARnet I... New BATSUIT Photo Appears on CineLive
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sun 12-09-2007)
The French-based CineLive magazine has given us a new detailed look at the top half of the new "Batsuit" as it will be seen in THE DARK KNIGHT. The upcoming Nolan-directed sequel stars Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Morgan Freeman, Michael C... Brother’s Grimm
by John Sinnott (Sun 01-14-2007)
...amon and Heath Ledger) have a nice little scam going. They send a pair of guys into a town and have them "haunt" an old barn or building. When the superstitious peasants start to panic the brothers ride into town and offer to ... Vid Clips for FLIGHTPLAN and BROTHERS GRIMM
by News Editor (Fri 08-26-2005)
...Damon and Heath Ledger play Will and Jake Grimm, travelling con-artists who uncover a genuine fairy-tale curse. Damon, Ledger and Gillian talked to Moviefone about the film in this exclusive interview. Two actors head off to BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 03-31-2004)
Anne Hathaway (ELLA ENCHANTED) and Randy Quaid (HOME ON THE RANGE) have joined the cast of Ang Lee's BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN. The two join Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal and Michelle Williams who have already been cast in the unusual western.Hathaway will play ... Video Footage of JOKER & Bat's Ride
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 07-17-2007)
Some new video footage of THE DARK KNIGHT have appeared online courtesy of My Fox (News) Chicago. There's 3 video coverage segments in all covering them setting up a fight/chase which will occur between "The Joker" (Heath Ledger) and the &q... Another JOKER Pic Hits Wizard Mag.
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 11-30-2007)
It seems that Empire Online wasn't the only magazine planning a new coverlook of Heath Ledger's Joker. Our friends over at Wizard Magazine has also unveiled an exclusive image of the villain in their latest issue. The film stars Christian Bale, Heath Ledg... Bale Updates On The JOKER
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 06-29-2007)
Christian Bale has given an brief update on what the Joker (Heath Ledger) will be like in Nolan's upcoming THE DARK KNIGHT. Talking to MTV, he states that the character will be much darker in tone. Honestly, the picture says it all, Bale.
“I think ... BATMAN sequel gets a name, Joker casting announced
by Karl Schneider (Tue 08-01-2006)
Warner Brothers has sent out a press release announcing that the upcoming sequel to BATMAN BEGINS will be titled THE DARK KNIGHT and feature Heath Ledger as the Joker."I'm excited to continue the story we started with Batman Begins," Christopher Nolan sai... Photos depict THE ORDER
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 08-25-2003)
20th Century Fox has provided us with some stills from THE ORDER, director Brian Helgeland's upcoming supernatural thriller. Helgeland reunites with his troop from A KNIGHT'S TALE (stars Heath Ledger, Shannyn Sossaman and Mark Addy are all in THE ORDER) f... A Look at Ledger as the Joker
by News Editor (Sun 05-20-2007)
An image of Heath Ledger as the Joker for the next BATMAN film has been revealed online.
The viral campaign site from Warner Bros. is now allowing the full image to be displayed and not just a few pixels.If you haven't already, you can check out th... Comicscape: Character Contrast in the Dark Knight
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 07-23-2008)
...s Batman, Heath Ledger’s—may he rest in peace—Joker, and Aaron Eckhardt’s Harvey Dent.
Ledger’s performance as the Joker seems the most obvious place to begin. Superficial comparisons between Jack Nicholson&r... Trio Replace Ledger in Gilliam's PARNASSUS
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 02-18-2008)
Variety has confirmed AICN's reports that Johnny Depp, Jude Law and Colin Farrell are stepping into The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus role previously held by the late Heath Ledger. The deceased actor had shot some scenes for the 'Tony' character ea... New JOKER Pic Online Wednesday
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 11-26-2007)
...es. Since Heath Ledger's Joker has already been unveiled in makeup, some of those early glimpses being non-sanctioned stills, I can only assume this will be the first official look of Ledger sporting the Joker's makeup and dressed in his official purpl... New Look at Ledger's JOKER
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 11-27-2007)
... Gordon), Heath Ledger(Joker), Aaron Eckhert(Harvey Dent), Maggie Glyllenhaul (Rachel Dawes), Anthony Michael Hall, Michael Jai White(Gamble).
Here's the new look...
Making TOMB RAIDER - Part 1
by Eric Moro (Fri 06-15-2001)
While almost every video game turned feature film has suffered a fate worse than death (think SUPER MARIO BROS. for a bitter reminder), the summer blockbuster season boasts two count 'em two adaptations on the horizon. Stranger still, they both utilize ... TOM STRONG #13
by Tony Whitt (Mon 07-02-2001)
The Tom Strong family Tom Strong himself, his daughter Tesla, a younger version of himself, and six foot tall talking rabbit Warren Strong come together for the first time to battle the evil Paul Saveen, Earth's deadliest science-villain! Saveen has fie... DIGITAL WEBBING: The Comic Book
by Frank Kurtz (Thu 09-06-2001)
The Digital Webbing comic info website is launching its first comic series: DIGITAL WEBBING PRESENTS.This comic taking the website's name is intended as a vehicle for creators to "test drive their concepts and creations in a proven, reliable venue rather ... Weekly Book Buzz: Romita Finds Himself Stranded
by Tim Janson (Mon 09-01-2008)
Welcome to Book Buzz! I’m your new host, Tim Janson. I’d like to first thank Pat Ferrara, your previous MC, for all his help in making this a smooth transition and for all of his sage advice. Many of you may know me already as I... NAUTICA replacement found
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 01-19-2004)
... projects.Heath Ledger remains attached to star in the thriller about a group of three friends who get into bad trouble while visiting the Bahamas and looking for sunken treasure. No possible start date for filming was mentioned.Got a scoop? Know some... The 5 Best and 5 Worst Movie Breaches of Comic Book Canon
by Rob Vaux (Wed 08-13-2008)
...bsp;
#2: Heath Ledger's Joker Make-Up
Ikebukuro West Gate Park Vol.#03
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Fri 04-22-2005)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Ishida Ira/Aritou SenaTranslated by:Duane JohnsonAdapted by:What They SayIn IKEBUKURO WEST GATE PARK, chaos is still the name of the game. Lucky Makoto meets the beautiful and mysterious Asumi, and "actress" with a glamorous d... Shiki Tsukai Vol.#01
by Ben Leary (Wed 02-06-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Yuna Takanagi and To-Ru ZekuuTranslated by:Mayumi KobayashiAdapted by:Mayumi KobayashiWhat They SayThe ReviewYou may be able to harness the power of the seasons, but that\'s not enough to save you from cliches.
Packaging:
Whi... Update: Morgan Freeman Okay After Car Accident
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 08-04-2008)
As Maniac Flint has passed along, shortly after one Memphis network said Freeman was in serious condition, a new update from The Clairon-Ledger has updated that other than some broken bones, the actor is fine.Actor Morgan Freeman suffered some broken bone... The Manic Maniac: R.I.P. Watchmen?
by Joe Crosby (Thu 08-07-2008)
...egends of Heath Ledger's Joker. George Lucas has been traditionally tight-lipped, but you could argue he's a generation gone now. There are precious few others. And certainly not Watchmen director Zack Snyder. Even if he wanted to, he couldn't. The stu... Comicscape March 2, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-02-2005)
I'll say this first: for next week, send in your responses to this column and your rants about other comic-to-film changes. If you still hate Spider-Man's organic web-shooters or find yourself incensed that Mystique wasn't Rogue's mom, e-mail me here or ... The Song of Cthulhu
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 01-26-2006)
The weird tales of Howard Phillips Lovecraft are among the most potent horror stories of the last century. Told through a careful and precise narrative ambiance, H.P. Lovecraft's tales of the undying manifestations of monstrous, cosmic evil and arcane sor... Joker's Bodybags, JLA's Home Search & MPAA Madness
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 04-18-2008)
...y, due to Heath Ledger’s demise.
Mania Verdict: FALSE—The scene is not getting cut out of the film, say numerous sources within the project. According to Clint Morris at Moviehole, there will be “no cut.”
Greenlight for Youn... Cybuster Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 08-18-2005)
What They SayRyuzo\'s hard work has finally paid off. His reports on the mysterious death of Dr. Frank and the DC\'s involvement in the series of explosions result in international sanctions.The Review!Why stick with two giant robot gods when you can hav... Yurara Vol.#02
by Ben Leary (Tue 01-08-2008)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Chika ShiomiTranslated by:JN Productions and Heidi VivoloAdapted by:JN Productions and Heidi VivoloWhat They SayWhen Yurara\'s guardian spirit picks up a ghostly stalker, she vanishes, leaving Yurara to deal with the paranorma... Cycle of Gimmicks
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 09-12-2007)
...99
Kurt: Heath Ledger not included.
Nightly News Vol 1 TP $16.99
Kurt: I heard this was really good. Anyone care to chime in?
Noble Causes #31 $3.50
Kurt: I’ve got one – to raise funds to force Ben to wear pants.
... UPDATE: DARK KNIGHT Photos Online...
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 08-17-2007)
...he Joker (Heath Ledger).
THE DARK KNIGHT opens in theaters everywhere on July 18, 2008.
Oscar Noms Announced
by News Editor (Tue 01-31-2006)
...t) Heath Ledger in "Brokeback Mountain" (Focus Features) Joaquin Phoenix in "Walk the Line" (20th Century Fox) David Strathairn in "Good Night, and Good Luck." (Warner Independent Pictures) Performance by an actor in a suppo... The Penguin in THE DARK KNIGHT?
by Karl Schneider (Wed 08-02-2006)
According to Batman on Film, the upcoming sequel to BATMAN BEGINS, entitled THE DARK KNIGHT, may feature Philip Seymour Hoffman as The Penguin.Batman on Film writes, "This comes in from one of my best sources who previously gave up the scoop Katie Holmes ... Sean Penn turned down role as the Joker
by Karl Schneider (Mon 08-28-2006)
According to Batman-on-Film, Sean Penn was actually offered the role of the Joker in the upcoming sequel to BATMAN BEGINS. Penn, a little bit older than Brokeback Mountain star Ledger, which is interesting considering they're doing a young 'Joker' storyli... Best of the bond Babes on CD and DVD
by Randall Larson (Fri 06-10-2005)
The sultry ladies of bond are back again with a new, and first-ever dual disc. Explosive: The Best of bond, due for release on Decca June 28th, is a collection of favorite tracks from their previous hit albums, Born, Shine and Classified, as well as some ... Ledger's Death Ruled Accidental OD
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 02-06-2008)
The official cause of the Dark Knight star's death has been issued by the NYC Medical Examiner. Here's the official AP report:
Heath Ledger died of an accidental overdose of painkillers, sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medication and other prescription drug... The Wire: End of an Era
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 03-10-2008)
After five seasons of heart-wrenching, cathartic drama, THE WIRE has finally come to an end. “-30-,“ the 93-minute finale, rounded out the HBO original series last night in true Dickensian style and, for one last time, proved that a television... SIN EATER Casting
by Frank Kurtz (Wed 01-09-2002)
French actor Vincent Cassel is the latest addition to the cast of Brian Helgeland's coming supernatural thriller, SIN EATER.Cassel will play the part of the title character, who is being chased by a young priest, played by Heath Ledger. Filming is set to ... Comicscape - August 20, 2003
by Tony Whitt (Wed 08-20-2003)
OPINIONHonestly, I'm starting to think I should just head this column with "Mea Culpa" in big bold letters every week, the amount of apologizing I end up doing. It seems that not only did I completely get the JLA's current minority line-up wrong (John Ste... BROTHERS GRIMM Poster
by News Editor (Fri 05-27-2005)
BlackFilm.com has posted the poster for Terry Gilliam's upcoming film THE BROTHERS GRIMM. The movie stars Matt Damon and Heath Ledger.The story centers on brothers Jake and Will Grimm who have made a career out of traveling from village to village preten... Gilliam's PARNASSUS Shut Down for Now
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 01-23-2008)
There has been some question in the media on whether Gilliam will continue with his latest film now that one of its stars passed away and that seems to have been answered today. US Magazine has issued a report saying the production crew for Terry Gilliam'... Christopher Nolan Talks DARK KNIGHT
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 01-15-2008)
...ked about Heath Ledger's Joker character in the upcoming sequel, he said the character "sort of cuts through the film -- he's got no story arc, he's just a force of nature tearing through. Heath has given an amazing performance in the role, it's r... SUICIDE SQUAD #4
by Tony Whitt (Fri 01-04-2002)
A conversation about movies causes General Rock to remember one of his last missions in 1945 when, at the behest of the Unknown Soldier, he assembled a suicide squad for a mission to kill the Iron Major, once and for all. Then, as now, the stakes were hig... MTV noms RINGS over all others
by Christopher Allan Smith (Wed 04-24-2002)
...est Kiss: Heath Ledger and Shannyn Sossamon, A KNIGHT'S TALE Jason Biggs and Seann William Scott, AMERICAN PIE 2 Renee Zellweger and Colin Firth, BRIDGET JONES'S DIARY Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor, MOULIN ROUGE Mia Kirshner and Beverly Polcyn, N... OBJECTIVE FIVE: Kevin Hoffer and Luke Lizalde
by Jeff Peters (Wed 11-22-2000)
Does your stomach hurt? What about your back or head? Perhaps you’ve simply got a cold or the flu. Maybe its more serious. Maybe you’re suffering from a Viral Hemorrhagic Fever your whacked-out neighbor created in his basement. Or maybe its because you ju... Comicscape - January 14, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 01-14-2004)
OPINION: I knew I should have stayed out of the Thor/Superman conflict. Several of you had quite strong responses to last week's column, and in the last week I've been labeled both a Superman-hater and a Thor-hater (neither of which is true, by the way). ... Comicscape - October 12, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 10-12-2005)
...orta like Heath Ledger.Ultimate Spider-Man Vol 11 Carnage TP $12.99Ultimate X-Men #64 $2.50Wolverine #34 $2.50Welcome back to the House of M. The last issue was surprisingly decent.X-Men Bizarre Love Triangle TP $9.99You know, this just begs to be mock... Comicscape - January 4, 2006
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 01-04-2006)
Greetings and welcome to yet another COMICSCAPE, and on a week when the books don't ship until Thursday, no less (damn holidays!). Last week, I threw together an admittedly uninspired "Best of 2005" column, but even I'm entitled to suck once in a while. R... Mainstream Readers and Future Formats
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-19-2008)
...ermath of Heath Ledger’s passing, curious if his role as the Joker in The Dark Knight had any hand in the tragedy. Maniacs, comics have arrived.
Though many have announced just that in the past year or two, give due credit to Steven Grant o... DARK KNIGHT Teaser Details?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Sun 07-22-2007)
... Gordon), Heath Ledger(Joker), Aaron Eckhert(Harvey Dent), Maggie Glyllenhaul (Rachel Dawes), Anthony Michael Hall, Michael Jai White(Gamble), Cillian Murphy... New DARK KNIGHT Photos Emerge
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 07-12-2007)
... Gordon), Heath Ledger(Joker), Aaron Eckhert(Harvey Dent), Maggie Glyllenhaul (Rachel Dawes), Anthony Michael Hall (Rumor: Edward "Riddler." Nigma ), Michael Jai White(Gamble), Cillian Murphy(Scarecrow)... Aaron Eckhart joins "The Dark Knight"
by Karl Schneider (Fri 02-16-2007)
...ldman and Heath Ledger.The script was written by Nolan's brother, Jonathan, from a story by Christopher Nolan and David Goyer.KJ's Take: Add Maggie Gyllenhaal to this cast, as is rumored, and it will be a wet dream come true. Seriously, tal... Bale says 3rd BATMAN is Coming
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 07-02-2007)
This really does seem like more "fiiller" then actual movie news. With all the news editors enjoying the July 4th holiday, news has been very slow these past few days. Of course this begs the question...Why am I still searching for news or rathe... THE IMMORTAL IRON FIST #6
by Kurt Amacker (Thu 07-05-2007)
The Immortal Iron Fist evolves the titular character from one created in the Bronze Age to cash in on the martial arts movie craze into one that explores the present’s duty to the past. At the start of the series, Danny Rand – the current... Top Maniacal Rumors: Riddler's Clues, Super Millar and Abe Frankenstein
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 07-04-2008)
It’s time for another edition of Mania’s Most Maniacal Rumors, where we blow the lid off the week’s juiciest gossip and hush-hush industry whispers.
If you have a rumor you want to contribute, we’re all ears. Just send it to jarro... 
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