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Lauren Shuler Donner on the X-franchise, Wolverine and Metal Men (Mon 04-10-2006)

"Our original goal was to have like 'Star Wars', 'X-Men' 7, 8, 9 and 10 because there are certainly enough comics out there. And of course to have spin-offs," says producer Lauren Shuler Donner. "It would be nice as we incorporated new characters into eac...

Lauren Shuler Donner talks comic book movies (Sat 11-20-2004)

X-Men producer Lauren Shuler Donner talks about her new movie 'Constantine' as well as 'X-Men 3' and 'Wolverine'. On the longevity of the X-franchise: "X-Men is different than Spider-Man because you have so many characters, and you have so many differe...

X-Men and Spider-Man movie items auctioned by Lauren Shuler Donner (Sat 11-13-2004)

X-Men producer Lauren Shuler Donner has put several Marvel movie items up for auction with Ebay, AOL and IN Style in aid of Hollygrove, an organization for abused children. Among the items up for auction are Wolverine's claws worn by Hugh Jackman, Nigh...


Lauren Shuler Donner on Constantine & X-Men 3 (Tue 11-25-2003)

Check out this extensive interview with "X-Men" and "Constantine" producer Lauren Shuler Donner.

Lauren Shuler Donner finds the Beast 'most endearing' (Tue 04-11-2006)

"Beast will be the most endearing new character of 'X-Men: The Last Stand' because of his situation. He represents the mutants in our Government, but because of the Cure, he must decide what action to take and which side on which to stand," says producer ...

Shuler Donner shares X3 present
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 12-16-2003)

Speaking with Dark Horizons, X-MEN producer Lauren Shuler Donner told the website her thoughts on where development is on the next installment of Fox's mutant franchise. Shuler Donner said that the writers of X2, Dan Harris and Mike Dougherty, would be th...

Shuler Donner furious with would-be 'X-Men 3' director (Mon 05-22-2006)

'X-Men: The Last Stand' producer Lauren Shuler Donner says that she's "still furious" with helmer Matthew Vaughn, who was brought in to replace Singer but bailed when he couldn't cope with the pressures of making the huge film. But she also says that much...


Lauren Shuler Donner on 'X-Men 3' (Mon 11-10-2003)

While The Chicago Sun-Times had Donner on the hot seat, two things came to mind. First, what about another 'X-Men?' "Oh, there will definitely be 'X 3' We're looking for a great story. We're lucky with this series because there is 40 years of great stori...

Lauren Shuler Donner Talks Constantine (Mon 07-28-2003)

"It's PG-13, like X-Men, but the character doesn't have superpowers," Shuler Animation Magazine. "It's really focused on John Constantine, and it's more spiritual. He sends demons back down to hell. It has a darker tone."


Donner says X-Men 3 Starts June 2005! (Fri 05-07-2004)

X-Men producer Lauren Shuler Donner told SCI FI Wire that a third movie in the Marvel Comics franchise is slated to begin filming in Vancouver, B.C., in June 2005, with a release date of May 2, 2006. "I just had a conversation with [director] Bryan [Singe...


Donner Talks More Constantine (Mon 11-10-2003)

Lauren Shuler Donner, who is producing the upcoming comic-book film adaptation 'Constantine,' told SCI FI Wire that the movie is based on the DC Comics 'Hellblazer' series, but won't be an origin story. "It's not an origin story of the character," played ...

Donner wants to do 'Days of Future Past' (Mon 11-20-2006)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner when asked if future 'X-Men' films are a possibility. And what about a 'Constantine' sequel? "'Constantine' was huge foreign, international, therefore, there is a good financial reason to make a sequel. And, I think...

Donner reveals latest on 'X3' (Mon 12-15-2003)

Super producer Lauren-Shuler Donner ("X-Men" 1 & 2) is hard at work on a variety of projects as of late including the Keanu Reeves-led adaptation of "Constantine" and took a little time out of her schedule to talk with DH and a few others about what's goi...

Donner on Wolverine, Constantine, Magneto and X-Men! (Sun 11-19-2006)

"We're going to do 'Wolverine', I hope in the fall and we're out to a director, now, we have a good script," says producer Lauren Shuler Donner. "And I think we're going to do Young Magneto, we have a really great script, we have a director that is in...


Donner, Lee Q&A after X2 Screening (Wed 09-29-2004)

The Arclight Cinemas in Los Angeles will be hosting a screening of 'X2: X-Men United' at 7:30pm on Tuesday, October 19th. Present for the screening will be X3 Producer Lauren Shuler Donner and Stan 'The Man' Lee, who will conduct a Q&A after the film.

X-MEN's Donner tackles Dutch SCIENCE FICTION
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 02-09-2004)

Columbia Pictures has bought the rights to remake a 2002 Dutch family film called SCIENCE FICTION, about a young boy who tells the kids in his new neighborhood that his parents are really space aliens. X-MEN producer Lauren Shuler Donner will develop the ...

X3! Wolverine! Storm! Donner Reveals X-Men Plans (Tue 12-16-2003)

X-Men producer Lauren Shuler Donner told SCI FI Wire that she's juggling several related projects, including the upcoming third X-Men movie and possible spinoffs centered on Hugh Jackman's Wolverine character and Halle Berry's Storm. She also confirmed sp...

X-Men 3
by Development Heck (Fri 12-30-2005)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner told the website her thoughts on where development is on the next installment of Fox's mutant franchise. Shuler Donner said that the writers of X2, Dan Harris and Mike Dougherty, would be the same writing team to work on ...


Constantine
by Coming Attractions (Mon 03-15-2004)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner but was unable to get either party to speak. However, fellow comic book writer Neil Gaiman has issued his own statement which shoots down the gossip cold. "Oh, it's true that Alan's rejected the money for CONSTANTINE and ...

Superman Returns
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Fri 04-22-2005)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner and husband/director Richard Donner are in "deep negotiations" to come aboard Bryan Singer's SUPERMAN movie. The site goes on to say that Christopher Reeve will also be offered a producing role on the film.If the rumors a...

X-MEN producer reveals clues about X3, WOLVERINE
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 11-22-2004)

In an exclusive interview with X-MEN producer Lauren Shuler Donner, the CHUD movie website broke brand new news concerning the direction that both the X-MEN 3 and WOLVERINE films are taking. Among the tidbits learned from Donner is that the door is still ...

X-MEN 2 Clarifications
by Frank Kurtz (Fri 10-26-2001)

Producer Lauren Shuler Donner and composer Michael Kamen have been taking about the coming X-MEN 2.While talking to IGN Filmforce, Shuler Donner confirmed recent word on the film's production scheduled start date saying that X-MEN 2 "will film in the late...


Mutant producer talks X-MEN 3
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 05-07-2004)

X-MEN producer Lauren Shuler Donner spoke about the latest plan to make X-MEN 3 at last Wednesday's Saturn Awards. Shuler Donner revealed that ideas for the third film outing of Marvel's mutant superhero team are starting to coagulate, and that she antici...

Fox Announces Release Date for X'
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 12-13-2001)

... Winter, Lauren Shuler Donner and Avi Arad, and screenwriter David Hayter. X' is scheduled to begin principal photography in May, 2002. In addition to its star-studded returning cast, X' will feature several surprises, including favorite mutant c...

Tension on the set of 'Wolverine' as Fox preps for more Marvel movies
by Jim Harvey (Wed 09-10-2008)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner, apparently spent a lot of time on the set. The cover story was that he was there in capacity as a producer, although he's not been listed as a producer in the films credit roster thus far. Insiders say he was on set to ...

X-MEN producer to SUPERMAN?
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 07-21-2004)

The Superman-V website reports that X-MEN producer Lauren Shuler Donner and husband/director Richard Donner are in "deep negotiations" to come aboard Bryan Singer's SUPERMAN movie. The site goes on to say that Christopher Reeve will also be offered a prod...


Fox Announces Prod Start on X-Men 2
by Thom Stricklin (Tue 06-25-2002)

...producers Lauren Shuler Donner and Ralph Winter, and executive producers Avi Arad and Tom DeSanto. In addition to its star-studded returning cast, X-Men 2 will feature favorite mutant characters from the vast X-Men comics universe, who are new to t...

CONSTANTINE will be darker than X-MEN
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 04-30-2003)

Producer Lauren Shuler-Donner told the Sci-Fi Wire website that her new comic book movie project, CONSTANTINE, will be geared for the same PG-13 audience that X-MEN targets, but that the subject matter will be a lot heavier than just mutant rights. "It's...

WOLVERINE producer says new movie is "darker"
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 10-08-2008)

ComingSoon.net chatted up 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' producer Lauren Shuler Donner who talked a bit about the new movie. "I guess it's closer to the first 'X-Men' in tone because it's a little darker, but there's a lot of action,"&nbs...

X-Men Origins
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 06-06-2006)

...roducer), Lauren Shuler Donner (Producer), Alex Young (Executive Producer)Premise: Script is currently being reworked according to reports. (date: September 11, 2007)Release Date: 2008 (Subject to change)Updates:June 6, 2006 - Lauren Shuler Donner told...


Fox signs director, announces start date for 'Wolverine' (Fri 07-20-2007)

The 'Wolverine' has a director and a production start date, according to today's 'Variety'. Gavin Hood, director of the 2005 film 'Tsotsi' and the upcoming 'Rendition' has officially signed on to helm the project. Production starts in November for a 20...

Lawrence Confirmed For Constantine
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 10-10-2002)

...long with Lauren Shuler Donner (X-Men) and Akiva Goldsman (Lost in Space), former Warner prexy Lorenzo di Bonaventura is among the producers of the project. When di Bonaventura left his post at Warner to produce films there was some confusion as ...

Universal purchases CIRQUE DU FREAK
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 01-14-2005)

...nplay and Lauren Shuler Donner (X-MEN) will produce the picture. Helgeland will also receive an executive producer credit.Shan's stories follow the adventures of pair of boys (funny enough, one's named Darren Shan) that go to visit a travelling freak s...

'Iron Man' merits promotions
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 05-08-2008)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner. There he was instrumental in guiding the first 'X-Men' movie to the big screen. After the success of that film he transitioned to Marvel working under Avi Arad to shepherd  an amazing string of hit movies. A big co...


There's 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS at Universal
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 07-06-2004)

The writers of THE SANTA CLAUSE 2 will be spending more time with Kris Kringle. Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio have sold their idea for 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS to Universal Pictures, with X-MEN producer Lauren Shuler Donner set to produce the film. Paul and Dauri...

Bonus Features Unite for an eXcellent 'X2' DVD!
by Rob M. Worley (Sun 11-02-2003)

...Producers Lauren Shuler Donner and Ralph Winter, along with screenwriters Michael Dougherty, Dan Harris and David Hayter. This track is slightly less interesting as there is a tendency to discuss production details that turn up in the extras on disc...

CONSTANTINE creator rumor debunked
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 03-04-2004)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner but was unable to get either party to speak. However, fellow comic book writer Neil Gaiman has issued his own statement which shoots down the gossip cold. "Oh, it's true that Alan's rejected the money for CONSTANTINE and ...

Don't count Joss Whedon out of 'X-Men 3' just yet (Fri 11-19-2004)

'X-Men 3' producer Lauren Shuler Donner says she would still love to work with Joss Whedon on the film...


'X-Men' should give summer a hot start (Wed 04-26-2006)

Fans of the "X-Men" franchise will certainly be happy to know there's lots more material that can be developed for future episodes: "I hope there's a fourth and an eighth and a tenth," says 'X-Men' producer Lauren Shuler Donner. "I mean, look, there's 40 ...

X-Men "Legends" to appear in the 'Wolverine' movie (Thu 12-13-2007)

20th Century Fox has released new info about the 'Wolverine' movie, due out May 1, 2009. 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' is set to star Jackman and will be directed by Gavin Hood (Tsotsi, Rendition). The producers are Lauren Shuler Donner and Ralph Winter (...

'Wolverine' feature could follow 'X3' (Tue 11-11-2003)

Hugh Jackman could soon have his own superhero movie franchise. X-Men producer Lauren Shuler Donner said she was developing 'X-Men 3' and planned to follow it up with the 'Wolverine' movie, with Jackman starring in both.

Warners forges 'Metal Men' (Wed 04-04-2007)

Mining for new projects, Warner Bros. Pictures is hoping to strike gold with the robotic superhero team "Metal Men," setting up the project with producer Lauren Shuler Donner. Eric Champnella has been brought on board to write. Based on a DC Comics her...


Vaughn leads the 'X-Men' into battle (Tue 03-22-2005)

Already rumored, now it's official: Matthew Vaughn has been enlisted to direct 'X-Men 3' for 20th Century Fox. Producing are Avi Arad, Lauren Shuler Donner and Ralph Winter. Hugh Jackman, who plays Wolverine, is set to return; the studio, which anticipate...

Major renegotiations possible stumbling block for new 'X-Men' (Mon 08-14-2006)

The surprise clip at the end of this summer's "X-Men: The Last Stand," belied the film's title, leaving room for yet another stand of the mutant brigade. But when and which of the mutant posse will be back are the outstanding questions. Exec producer Laur...

Ratner wants a 'Joker' and 'Storm' spin-offs
by Jim Harvey (Thu 09-25-2008)

...cussed by Lauren Shuler Donner at one point.

'X' producer honored
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 10-27-2003)

Lauren Shuler Donner, producer of the 'X-Men' movies and the upcoming 'Constantine' will be honored with the Women's Image Network's lifetime achievement award on Nov. 2. More...


PAYCHECK screenwriter makes a million
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 07-08-2004)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner, and his biz partner Bruce Davey.Got a scoop? Know something that you need to tell us about? Send it to us!

Paul Walker Enters TIMELINE
by Frank Kurtz (Wed 08-01-2001)

...his wife, Lauren Shuler Donner. Michael Crichton wrote the first draft of the script based on his own book. Since then, George Nolfi has done a pass.Paul Walker has also been in talks to jump on to the SWAT movie project, based on the 1970s TV series.

Singer Explains X-Men 2 Casting
by Kevin Leung (Tue 11-12-2002)

... producer Lauren Shuler Donner realized they had found someone with fairly uncommon physical attributes, "He also happened to be a 21 year old man who is 6'8''. Which is very unique (laughs). He had also the age of one of Xavier's students, and almost ...

Comic to Film Goodness at L.A. Convention
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 10-02-2003)

Director Richard Donner ('Superman') and producer Lauren Shuler Donner ('X-Men', 'X2:X-Men United') will appear in person at the Sunday, October 19 LOS ANGELES COMIC BOOK AND SCIENCE FICTION CONVENTION. Also appearing is Sandy Collora, director of 'B...


Winter returns to 'X-Men 3' (Wed 10-13-2004)

Producer Ralph Winter told The Continuum he will be returning to work on the third X-Men movie. "Yes, I will be producing along with Lauren," Winter said, referring to Lauren Shuler Donner. Both producers worked on both of the previous X-Men movies. I...

SPEED RACER revs up
by Den Shewman (Thu 06-24-2004)

...producers Lauren Shuler Donner, Richard Donner, and Joel Silver with his take on what the story should be (more character-oriented), and wants to play none other than Speed's big brother Rex! Yes, he who ran away at an early age to race under the nom d...

X-MEN
by Steve Biodrowski (Thu 07-13-2000)

...oduced by Lauren Shuler Donner, Ralph Winter; executive producers, Stan Lee, Avi Arad, Richard Donner, Tom DeSanto. Music: Michael Kamen. Visual effects supervisor: Michael Fink. Special makeup design: Gordon Smith. Editors: Steve Rosenblum, Kevin Stit...

Another holiday is getting turned into a movie
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 05-28-2003)

...onner and Lauren Shuler Donner will produce LABOR DAY for Walt Disney Pictures, with Robert Schwentke, a German director making his North American debut on the picture. Screenwriters Ethan Reiff and Cyrus Voris (DEMON KNIGHT) wrote the original draft ...


Mane Man
by Rob Allstetter (Thu 09-27-2001)

...inter and Lauren Shuler Donner are also back. Early speculation as to the premise of the sequel has involved such X-MEN comic book staples as the Sentinels, the Legacy Virus, and Wolverine quest to uncover his shadowy past a plotline that would logica...

Nightcrawler and Pyro Cast?
by Michael Mason (Wed 05-29-2002)

...h Winter, Lauren Shuler Donner and Avi Arad producing from a script by David Hayter. "Nightcrawler, the newest member of the X-Men team, is a mutant with blue skin and a tail that can carry his weight. He has the ability to transport himself to other...

Schreiber Set to Strike WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 10-18-2007)

... Jackman, Lauren Shuler Donner and Ralph Winter. Plot Concept: Centers on Wolverine's violent and romantic past, and his complex relationship with Victor Creed and the ominous Weapon X program, as well as his encounters with other mutants. WOLVERINE...

Three More Confirmed for WOLVERINE
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 02-20-2008)

...reenplay. Lauren Shuler Donner and Ralph Winter are producing, along with Jackman and his Seed Prods. producing partner, John Palermo. Marvel Films' Kevin Feige is executive producing. Confirmed Cast & Characters: Hugh Jackman: Wolverine Lie...


SCOOP: What's X3 about?
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 02-24-2004)

Late last night a scoop rolled in from an anonymous user telling us what the premise for X-MEN 3 was to be. Needless to say, we were skeptical.The user told us that they had read it all in the next issue of Wizard, a magazine devoted to following the comi...

WOLVERINE Gets a Director
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Fri 07-20-2007)

... Studios, Lauren Shuler Donner, Jackman and John Palermo are set to produce the film. Hugh Jackman is signed on to reprise his character. Filming is set to begin this fall.

CONSTANTINE Premiere
by Sue Schneider (Thu 02-17-2005)

...Producers Lauren Shuler Donner and Akiva Goldsman and composer Brian Tyler. And joining the stars were guests: Gwen Stefani, Thomas Jane, Michelle Trachtenberg and Shawn Ashmore (yes they are a couple), Arlen Escarpeta, and many others. CONSTANTINE ope...

Jackman Plants Seed at Fox, Sets up WOLVERINE
by News Editor (Fri 06-10-2005)

...long with Lauren Shuler Donner and Marvel's Avi Arad.Not only will Jackman's company produce features but they will also look to produce TV shows as well. They will focus on a variety of genres including comedies, romantic comedies and dramas.


Writer found for WOLVERINE movie
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 10-05-2004)

...producers Lauren Shuler Donner and Avi Arad to be involved with the WOLVERINE film, but it doesn't seem a door is likely to be opened for Bryan Singer or Tom DeSanto.Benoiff's last produced credit was Wolfgang Petersen's TROY which took in $133 million...

'X-Men' no last stand for Shuler Donner (Thu 05-18-2006)

One of the movies with heady advance buzz on the Croisette this week is not what you'd expect: it's the studio summer tentpole "X-Men 3: The Last Stand." Far from losing momentum as many other franchises tend to do, this third and last installment in th...

'Superman II' Donner Cut Without Donner (Tue 01-31-2006)

They're doing it. I'm not doing it. They're doing it," says director Richard Donner of the prospect of a restored version of 'Superman II'. "Michael Thau, who used to be my assistant and is a good little editor - [said that] there were so many requests to...

Q & A with WONDER WOMAN Director Lauren Montgomery
by Rob M. Worley (Tue 11-25-2008)

After her successful co-directorial debut on 'Superman Doomsday,' Lauren Montgomery takes full command of the helm for 'Wonder Woman,' the next entry in the popular series of DC Universe animated original PG-13 films. Warner Premiere, DC Comics and Warner...


"Superman 2: The Richard Donner Cut"
by Brian Thomas (Fri 12-01-2006)

As shooting on Superman the Movie project dragged on, producers Ilya and Alexander Salkind put more and more pressure on director Richard Donner to speed up production, knowing that they could bring in their old pal Richard Lester, who had directed th...

Photos from the 2004 Saturn Awards!
by Sue Schneider and Marcia Groff (Fri 05-07-2004)

The 30th Annual Saturn Awards, 'Celebration of the Fantastic,' were held at the Sheraton Universal Hotel on Wednesday, May 5th. As the excitement built on the red carpet the key phrases from everyone about The Academy and Science Fiction in general seemed...

SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE - The Making of the Motion Picture
by Edward Gross (Fri 02-18-2000)

For anyone doubting the impact Christopher Reeve had on audiences in his interpretation of Superman, they need look no farther than the world's reaction to his tragic horse-riding accident four years ago. The love and support demonstrated spoke volumes an...

Superman II: The Donner Cut
by John Sinnott (Sun 12-24-2006)

Welcome to the special Christmas Eve edition of High Def Revue!  Okay, there’s really not anything special about it besides the fact that it is premiering on Christmas Eve.  In any case, I hope that you and yours have a safe and happy ...


Reilly as Lead Vampire in FREAK
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 11-15-2007)

John C. Reilly is gearing up to put on some fangs in the upcoming vampire fantasy CIRQUE DU FREAK, reports the Hollywood Reporter. Reilly, John Hutcherson and Chris Kelly are in negotiations to topline the fantasy for Universal Pictures. Reilly would play...

Going back to the premiere of TIMELINE
by Sue Schneider (Thu 12-11-2003)

Paramount Pictures recently held the World Premiere of TIMELINE at the Mann's National Theatre in Westwood.Wouldn't it be fun to go back in time and find out that maybe you were responsible for something that happened in the current day? Well, TIMELINE is...

X-Men 2 Promo Tape Confirms Rumors
by Thom Stricklin (Tue 05-28-2002)

Brian from Comic Book Conventions.com has told Comics2Film about an X-Men 2 promotional tape. "The first thing that struck me as funny was the way they kept referring to the movie as X-Men 2, not X2," Brian says. He adds that ...

X-Men 2: Wolverine & Co. Sound Off
by Heidi Meeley (Tue 10-29-2002)

Heidi and James Meeley on the set of X-Men 2 - Click for larger image In part one of the press X-Men 2 conference, Comics2Film heard from half of the panel that attended. Today we explore the comments made by H...


X-Men Origins: Wolverine to inject $60 million into Sydney economy (Tue 03-04-2008)

From a press release by the New South Wales Government: Hugh Jackman's latest movie 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' has begun shooting in Sydney and will inject an estimated $60 million and 250 full-time equivalent jobs into the city's economy. The NSW Gover...

X2 DVD details
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 08-20-2003)

20th Century Fox is making a two-disc DVD for its upcoming home video release of X2: X-MEN UNITED. The disc will go on sale starting November 25 for Region 1 DVD owners in North America.Director Bryan Singer and Director of Photography Tom Sigel will prov...

Donner Disputes Progress on LETHAL WEAPON 5
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 10-13-2008)

Well, it seems the bad blood is still there between Richard Donner, Shane Black and producer Joel Silver. This is coming to light once again after recent news has Shane Black rumored to have completed a fifth Lethal Weapon script with parties interested i...

The Status of X-Men 3 (Tue 09-28-2004)

Producer Lauren Shuler says she is looking forward to continuing with the 'X-Men' franchise and that 'X-Men 3' will continue with the Dark Phoenix saga. After 'X-Men 3' there may be a 'Wolverine' movie as well. More...


X-MEN: David Hayter - Part I
by Matthew F. Saunders (Thu 08-03-2000)

He`s the X-Man you never knew. Shortly before X-Men finally opened on July 14, many fans were surprised to learn that an unknown screenwriter named David Hayter was receiving sole `Screenplay` credit. Director Bryan Singer and executive producer Tom DeSan...

David Goyer will direct "Magneto"
by Karl Schneider (Fri 04-27-2007)

... Avi Arad.Lauren Shuler Donner told USA Today that, a new actor will portray the younger Magneto, but Sir Ian McKellen will nevertheless reprise his role for the film.Goyer plans to alter a script for the film which was written by Sheldon Turner.

Fox planning X-MEN: FIRST CLASS film
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 11-19-2008)

...ity yet. Lauren Shuler Donner, who shepherded the X-Men to the big screen in the first place, wil produce the film, along with writer-turned-producer Simon Kinberg. Variety reports that work continues on the 'X-Men Origins: Magneto' movie a...

Top Maniacal Rumors: Brolin Hex, Gosling's Lantern and Deadpool Reynolds
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 10-10-2008)

  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 ...


Donners, Reeve producing 'Superman'? (Wed 07-21-2004)

Superman-V.com reveals that Richard Donner (director of the 1970s 'Superman movie) and his wife Lauren Schuler-Donner (producer of the 'X-Men' movies) are in "deep negotiations" with WB with regards to producing 'Superman'. Producers Neal Moritz and Gilbe...

Berry Returns to 'X-Men' for Bigger Role?
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 05-13-2004)

Halle Berry only agreed to star in the second 'X-Men' sequel after studio bosses agreed to give her a bigger role in the forthcoming movie. The Oscar-winner was reluctant to reprise her role as Storm in 'X-Men 3' - but producer Lauren Shuler convinced her...

Superman Helmer Donner Honored (Tue 12-19-2006)

Superman director Richard Donner told SCI FI Wire he was "exceptionally honored" to win an award named after visionary film inventor Nikola Tesla at the International Press Academy awards on Dec. 17. Director and actor Richard Benjamin presented Donner wi...

Donner talks GOONIES 2
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 11-12-2003)

The homies at MTV News spoke with TIMELINE director Richard Donner and got some intel about the state of affairs with the long rumored GOONIES sequel. According to Donner, both he and original GOONIES producer Steven Spielberg bought a proposed GOONIES se...


Richard Donner: CRAZY TAXI Plans
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 07-23-2001)

Richard Donner is only just beginning to determine how he will bring the CRAZY TAXI video game to the big screen as a feature film. While talking to Fred Topol at About.com's Action-Adventure Movies page, Donner spoke of the project's plans, saying, "We'r...

Donner Eyeing Western Project
by Frank Kurtz (Fri 08-10-2001)

After Richard Donner wraps the coming TIMELINE, based on the Michael Crichton book, the helmer may be shifting over to the old west with a project called HIGH LONESOME.While talking to E! Online's Anderson Jones, Donner revealed that the project would reu...

Richard Donner Talks TIMELINE
by Frank Kurtz (Wed 08-22-2001)

Richard Donner has been talking about what's happening with his TIMELINE movie project, based on the Michael Crichton book of the same name.While talking to Fred Topol of About.com's Action-Adventure Movies page, Donner gave his update on the project, say...

Superman II: The Donner Cut Film Clips (Mon 07-24-2006)

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has supplied the IESB with three clips from the long awaited Superman II: The Donner Cut.


About That 'Richard Donner Cut' Of Superman 2 (Mon 02-06-2006)

"Here's how I'm involved. Michael Thau... it was his idea because he had read so much on the internet about how people wanted to see it," says director Richard Donner of the soon-to-be release new cut of 'Superman 2'. So he went to Warners... with my bles...

Lauren Montgomery shows 'Wonder Woman' animated art
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 07-16-2008)

t Lauren Montgomery has posted a blog detailing the work she's done on the 'Wonder Woman' animated movie. Check out these illustrations!

Donner Talks About Returning to Superman (Fri 11-03-2006)

"It was very discouraging that it would never see the light of day, but I accepted it and that was it," said Donner. "The fact that they turned it around has taken a lot of the pain away and has brought a lot of joy back into it and a good feeling of fulf...

5 Superman II Donner Cut Exclusive Clips (Tue 11-07-2006)

IGN has posted 5 exclusive video clips from the upcoming Donner Cut of 'Superman II' featuring the Escape from the Phantom Zone, Lois Jumps Out The Window, Otis & Lex Escape Prison & Donner's Flight Over Metropolis.


Richard Donner Working on "Superman II" DVD (Fri 10-28-2005)

The latest edition of DreamWatch magazine includes an article on the fan-made "Restored International Cut" of Superman II, but even better than that, it notes that director Richard Donner (who was removed from the film after having already directed most s...

Review: 'Superman II: The Donner Cut' DVD (Mon 11-27-2006)

"Is this 'Donner Cut' perfect? Certainly not. Nonetheless, I loved this 'new' version of 'Superman II' and I know all you will too!"

Director Richard Donner On The Superman You Didn't See (Thu 11-16-2006)

"Oh man, I couldn't even answer that. Listen, when Lester made that film, that's the way he saw it. If I had made that film, everything, every piece of film that's in there would've been totally different" said Donner. More...

Donner on 'Superman' (Fri 05-21-2004)

Richard Donner conducts Q & A at recent 'Superman' screening...


Superman II: The Donner Cut Photos (Sun 11-05-2006)

Warner Bros. has released a number of photos from the November 2nd screening of "Superman II: The Donner Cut" in Hollywood.

Video: Clip From Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut (Tue 10-31-2006)

Click here to watch a clip from the Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut DVD which is coming to stores on November 28.

"Superman II: Richard Donner Cut" Video Online (Mon 07-24-2006)

Access Hollywood aired several scenes from "Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut" on Friday's episode and those scenes are now available to be viewed online

"Superman II: The Donner Cut" Screening in Beverly Hills (Fri 11-17-2006)

The Fine Arts Theatre in Beverly Hills and Moving Pictures Magazine will present a screening of "Superman II: The Donner Cut" on Saturday, November 25th at 7:30 PM.


Fans want Donner cut of "Superman II" (Mon 03-22-2004)

Fan petition asks for the Richard Donner cut of "Superman II".

Donner Climbing Into CRAZY TAXI
by Frank Kurtz (Mon 07-02-2001)

Richard Donner looks to be setting up a big screen version of Sega's CRAZY TAXI video game, with plans to direct as well as produce.According to the Hollywood Reporter, the game's movie rights had been previously acquired by Goodman/Rosen Prods. G/R then ...

Richard Donner Directing Shazam? (Wed 08-20-2003)

An unconfirmed repot from a scooper alleges that director Richard Donner ('Superman', 'Timeline') appeared on BBC's 'Talking Movies' and said that New Line has approached him about directing the 'Shazam!' movie.

Superman II's Donner Thanks Fans (Wed 12-20-2006)

Superman helmer Richard Donner told SCI FI Wire that if it weren't for fans on the Internet, his version of the 1980 sequel Superman II wouldn't exist now on DVD. "The buzz and discussion reached a level where Warner Brothers couldn't ignore it, and I'm h...


Video: Richard Donner (Tue 02-21-2006)

Richard Donner shareS his thoughts on Bryan Singer and also about the long awaited release of the Donner cut of Superman II on DVD.

Lauren Ambrose Voices WILD THINGS
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Mon 11-26-2007)

Actress Lauren Ambrose has been set to voice one of the title characters in the upcoming fantasy WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE, based on the 1963 fantasy novel by Maurice Sendik. The trade reports she's replacing Michelle Williams, whose voice didn't match up...

Superman II: The Donner Cut Screening MP3 (Wed 11-08-2006)

Check out the hour long audio file recorded inside DGA's theater during the screening of "Superman II: The Donner Cut". The audio file features Richard Donner and cast members and the opening and closing segments of the movie

Q & A with Richard Donner after 'Superman: The Movie" (Thu 05-06-2004)

'Superman' fans can attend a screening of the 1978 movie with a Q & A session with Richard Donner to follow.


'Superman II: The Donner Cut' Report (Sat 11-11-2006)

In the wake of a groundswell movement among Internet fans, Donner was given an opportunity to finish what he started. "Do I feel vindicated? No. I'm not angry anymore," Donner said. "Except with the producers. And except with the studio."

Milo Ventimiglia and Lauren Lee Smith join "Pathology"
by Karl Schneider (Wed 04-04-2007)

According to Variety, Milo Ventimiglia (Heroes) and Lauren Lee Smith have signed on to start in the upcoming thriller, Pathology.  They will join Johnny Whitworth and Alyssa Milano in the cast.The film, to be directed by Mark Scholermann, follows a g...

Superman Returns & Superman The Donner Cut artwork (Thu 09-21-2006)

Here's what the tentative cover art for Warner's upcoming (and still TBA) Superman Returns 2-disc special edition and single-disc DVDs are expected to look like when they reach store shelves later this year. Note that this art leaked out of Warner in Euro...

Andrew Lauren Prdos. to develop horror about Sarah Winchester
by Karl Schneider (Wed 11-15-2006)

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Andrew Lauren Productions has set the wheels in motion on development of a psychological horror film to be based on the life of gun heiress Sarah Winchester. DC Comics writer/editor Peter J. Tomasi will write the sc...


Donner not Directing Shazam (Thu 08-21-2003)

IGN Filmforce squashes the recent rumor that claimed Donner commented on Shazam on the BBC.

Review: "Superman II: The Donner Cut" DVD
by Jim Harvey (Thu 11-16-2006)

"Superman II: The Donner Cut" is a priceless addition to a Superfan's collection. The film contained and the special features on this single disc well warrant the price tag and will look great on your shelf next to the other Reeve's film DVD re-releases t...

Superman 2: Donner Cut Screening on November 25 (Tue 11-14-2006)

The Fine Arts theater will host an exclusive Los Angeles screening benefit of Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut on Saturday, November 25 @ 7:30pm.Proceeds of ticket sales will go to the Christopher Reeve Foundation.Q&A Session with special surprise gues...

Featured Filmmaker: Richard Donner (Tue 10-28-2003)

A look at the career of the filmmaker behind Superman and others


Review: 'Superman II: The Donner Cut' DVD (Sun 10-01-2006)

"This is one of the most joyous DVD releases of the year. 'Superman II' will never be the same again - and for once, that's a good thing."

Sarah Douglas Talks "Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut". (Wed 12-13-2006)

Q: Everybody remembers the epic battle between your character and Superman. Did you ever seriously hurt yourself then when filming some of the scenes for the sequel? A: Yes I had quite a few different injuries culminating in sort of one big one because...

Margot Kidder Talks About "Superman II: The Donner Cut" (Fri 11-03-2006)

"I remember pretending he was Harrison Ford because I had rather a large crush on Harrison," she revealed during the interview. "Chris and I didn't have sexual chemistry, we had serious brother and sister chemistry - and you don't wanna be kissing your...

Review: 'Superman II: The Donner Cut' (Sat 11-11-2006)

"The film is an exciting experience for Superman fans. While the basic plot may not differ as much as you might expect when as much as 75 to 80 percent of the footage is new, it's a lot of fun to watch Christopher Reeve (to whom the film is dedicated), Ki...


Preview: Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut DVD (Sun 11-05-2006)

The film itself is a remarkable artistic accomplishment: using Donner's previously discarded negatives, which were discovered beneath some six tons of disorganized footage, the director and his editor carefully reworked the movie using the original shooti...

Director Lauren Montgomery Talks Superman Doomsday (Tue 09-18-2007)

The Continuum: Were you familiar with the "Death of Superman" story from the comics? Montgomery: No, I really wasn't that familiar with it. I had heard of it. I know that they killed off Superman at some point in time and I know he was killed by a big...

SUPERMAN II
by Brian Thomas (Thu 06-21-2001)

As shooting on their Superman project dragged on, producers Ilya and Alexander Salkind put more and more pressure on director Richard Donner to speed up production, knowing that they could bring in their old pal Richard Lester, who had directed their THRE...

The Old C2F Heroes Are Dead!
by Jason Lethert (Thu 06-09-2005)

A New Generation of C2F Filmmakers Leave the Old Guard Behind - James Cameron leads a list of Hollywood creators whose fanboy cred has fallen By Jason Lethert (With apologies to Simon & Garfunkle): "Where have you gone, Jimmy Cameron? ...Joltin' Ji...


Who We Are: Lauren Goodnight (Tue 10-10-2006)

Tackling another of our staff members in the informal Q&A format, we\'ve got a new piece up today with Lauren Goodnight!

SUPERMAN II: Making the Sequel
by Edward Gross (Fri 04-07-2000)

Although Superman: The Movie was a monumental cinematic undertaking and one of the most talked-about creative battles between director and producers, Richard Donner fully expected to complete the filming of Superman II, which he had begun shooting simulta...

Get Lost in del Toro’s Labyrinth
by Brian Thomas (Tue 05-15-2007)

You’ll see a number of titles on the List, including several from Warner Bros. this week, which may have you reacting thusly: “Hey! Isn’t that already available on DVD? I saw a copy at Wal-Mart for only $8.99! Are they trying to rip us o...

Exclusive Video Interviews: Donner, Singer, Adler, Harris and Dougherty Cha (Sat 05-12-2007)

Bryan Singer, Dan Harris, Michael Dougherty give updates on The Man of Steel and Gil Adler also updates Living in Infamy.


Interview with of "Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut" Michael Thau (Wed 12-13-2006)

Q: And there was 6 tons of film from "Superman II"? A: Six tons of "Superman I" came over in 2000. Then six tons of "Superman II" [came over last year]. I mean, a ton is not physically really all that much - six palettes. I mean, it is a lot of footage...

Super DVD Day
by Brian Thomas (Tue 11-28-2006)

In the Prize Closet this week we have FIVE copies of Clerks 2 (plus a t-shirt with each one) to give away, courtesy of Weinstein. To enter, send an email to psycho@psychotronic.info which includes your name and address, and the subject line “RETU...

SUPERMAN II: The Sequel That Wasn't
by Edward Gross (Fri 04-14-2000)

'Let me put it to you this way,' laughs Richard Donner, 'all the good parts are mine. Everything with Hackman, Brandowell, they cut Brando out because he wanted more moneyBeatty and Perrine was shot by me.' Donner, of course, is talking about his footage ...

GOONIES 2 Getting Prepped Again?
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 10-23-2007)

It seems that the online media will not let this rumor die even after two decades of failed attempts. For the past two months, MTV have made it their mission to ask principals involved in the original GOONIES (Corey Feldman, Sean Astin) about possibly doi...


Van Helsing
by Corona's Coming Attractions (Mon 08-02-2004)

Genre:Action/Horror.Studio:Universal Pictures.Production Company:The Sommers Company/Carpathian Pictures/Stillking Pictures/Universal Pictures.Project Phase:In the Can.Who's In It:Hugh Jackman (Gabriel Van Helsing); Richard Roxburgh (Dracula); Kate Beckin...

Comicscape - July 12th, 2006
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 07-12-2006)

You all clearly love movies. Some of you clearly love complaining about them, but you see them nonetheless. Whenever Hollywood graces us with another comic adaptation, I dutifully run a brilliant and slightly over-analytical dissection. As such, I ran ...

The Manic Maniac: Superman vs. Everybody
by Joe Crosby (Thu 08-21-2008)

There's yet more news indicating confusion and concern about the latest installment of the Superman rebirth. Any anxiety among Warner Bros. brass about the Man of Steel's (second) return is warranted. Superman Returns was, comparatively speaking within th...

OMEN, HILLS, and WATCH to DVD in June
by Karl Schneider (Sat 05-20-2006)

The Omen Collector's Edition, The Hills Have Eyes Unrated Version, and Night Watch are all coming to DVD on June 20th.The Omen DVD will feature the following:Disc One- Widescreen Feature, With Commentary By Director Richard Donner And Editor Stuart Baird-...


Crazy Taxi (Tue 08-06-2002)

Plot: Based on the popular computer and video game, which allows the player to take a crazed taxi ride through San Francisco.Players: TBDDirector: Richard Donner (tentative)Status: DevelopingLatest Rumors: Richard Donner likes the game so much, he is cons...

PR: Warner Home Video Announces Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition (Sun 10-08-2006)

Warner Home Video continues to celebrate the year of Superman with the release of the Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition (UCE) on November 28 -- day and date with the DVD debut of the Superman Returns Special Edition as well as the previously announced...

Superman II Flies Again (Mon 11-27-2006)

Michael Thau, the editor who helped director Richard Donner reassemble his version of Superman II, told SCI FI Wire that the upcoming DVD release restores footage that Donner shot but that was changed in the original theatrical release, including never-be...

SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE
by Brian Thomas (Thu 06-21-2001)

It's old enough to seem quaint in this digital age, but SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE (as the ads billed it) is still regarded by many as the best comic-book adaptation ever - a title that is happily being challenged as time goes by. Producers Alexander and Ilya Sa...


Superman Looks Back, Ahead (Thu 06-15-2006)

Bryan Singer, director of the upcoming Superman Returns, told SCI FI Wire that his movie looks back in many ways to the original 1978 Superman: The Movie, directed by Richard Donner, in part because it aptly encapsulated the entire history of the iconic s...

Itty Bitty DVDs
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 05-03-2005)

Some of you have expressed some confusion over the new small format discs I've been listing in this column. Well, I'm confused, too, so I've put together this little glossary. They're basically all about using the high capacity of the DVD format, but putt...

Truly Good, Truly Gone
by David Michael Wharton (Mon 04-25-2005)

HOLLYWOODLAND - Tragedy struck the world of genre television last week when TRU CALLING was run down and killed by a cross-town bus driven by Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie.This week should have marked the airing of the last filmed episode of TRU CALLING....

Jerry Goldsmith Film Music DVD Due Out This Month
by Randall Larson (Tue 05-24-2005)

Music from the Movies is proud to announce the DVD release of Film Music Masters: Jerry Goldsmith. The 1995 documentary will go on sale on May 30th on DVD for the first time, with two and a half hours of bonus material. The project has been two years in t...


There is Indeed a Doctor in the HOUSE
by David Michael Wharton (Mon 08-29-2005)

Mean. That's the only way to describe the comments from last week. Just mean! I thought you could have some respect for your fellow comment posters, whether FARSCAPE or STARGATE fan, but no, I was wrong. Instead, we've been reduced to name-calling, an...

Disney and Walden Build BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA
by News Editor (Tue 09-27-2005)

Walt Disney Pictures and Walden Media are teaming up to produce a film based on Katherine Paterson's BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA.Walden acquired rights to the book over three years ago. After talks fell through with 20th Century Fox, Walden headed for Disney.The...

An AMITYVILLE Mom
by SCOTT COLLURA (Thu 04-07-2005)

THE AMITYVILLE HORROR is generally remembered as a lesser horror offering from the '70s that rode on the coattails of bigger, better demonic-possession films of the era like THE EXORCIST and ROSEMARY'S BABY. Still, the name has a certain mystique to it in...

HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE
by BRIAN THOMAS (Fri 06-10-2005)

This latest animated feature from Hayao Miyazaki has enough common ingredients to fit in comfortably with PRINCESS MONONOKE, SPIRITED AWAY, and the rest of his canon. It's the story of a plucky heroine, an alluring stranger, fantastic flying machines, odd...


SUPERMAN snags Spacey, Bosworth
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 01-07-2005)

Both The Hollywood Reporter and Variety are running stories that Kate Bosworth (BLUE CRUSH) and Kevin Spacey (BEYOND THE SEA) are close to signing onboard Bryan Singer's SUPERMAN. Bosworth would play fiesty Daily Planet star reporter Lois Lane while Space...

The mother of THE AMITYVILLE HORROR
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 07-01-2004)

Actress Melissa George is the third to be cast in the remake of THE AMITYVILLE HORROR. George will play the wife and mother of the Lutz family, the new owners of a dream home that soon turns into a paranormal nightmare. The 27-year-old has had a recurring...

Harvard scholar claims THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW was his idea first
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 06-15-2004)

A Harvard professor has filed a lawsuit against THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW director Roland Emmerich, accusing the helmer of stealing the idea for his picture from a novel written by the teacher.The professor, Ubaldo DiBenedetto, has filed a lawsuit in Germany...

Kerry's World
by Scott Collura (Fri 09-17-2004)

SKY CAPTAIN AND THE WORLD OF TOMORROW debuts this weekend at theaters nationwide, and boy is it worth the wait. A truly spectacular retro sci-fi offering, the picture details the heroic exploits of Joe "Sky Captain" Sullivan (Jude Law), an ace pilot ...


Preparing the eulogy for SIX FEET UNDER
by Patrick Sauriol (Sat 11-06-2004)

HBO has announced that it will end its Emmy-award winning series SIX FEET UNDER at the conclusion of the next season, its fifth. Created by AMERICAN BEAUTY screenwriter Alan Ball, the show follows the ups-and-downs of a Los Angeles family involved with th...

Whedon to "Wonder"?
by News Editor (Mon 02-21-2005)

The Sci-Fi Wire had a chance to chat with Joel Silver this past Saturday, at WonderCon, about his "Wonder Woman" project. Silver told them he is interested in having Josh Whedon write and direct the new film version.Silver is quoted as saying, "'Donner r...

Ten Best TZ Episodes
by Anthony C. Ferrante (Fri 11-25-2005)

For Marc Scott Zicree, this isn't the end-all, be-all list, but rather ten episodes (in no particular order) from the original and '80s series that he feels represent the best of what The Twilight Zone has to offer. "Walking Distance" (original airdate: 1...

Anime "Castle" Coming to U.S.
by News Editor (Thu 03-17-2005)

HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE, the second-most popular film in Japanese history, has been set for a June 2005release here in the U.S. The film was directed by "Spirited Away's" Hayao Miyazaki.The movie is based on the book by Diana Wynne Jones. The story centers o...


Valette Hears CALL
by News Editor (Thu 04-27-2006)

Alcon Entertainment, Intermedia, and Kadokawa Pictures USA have set French director Eric Valette to helm the English-language remake of Japanese supernatural horror film CHAKUSHIN ARI (ONE MISSED CALL). Andrew Klavan adpated the original screenplay which ...

Means and Ends
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-28-2007)

Happy Wednesday, Maniacs, and welcome to another exciting installment of Comicscape, where I’ll drag you through the soul-wrenching depths of moral inquiry and sequential art psychoanalysis.  This week, I want to revisit an issue I touched ...

Civil War and the Road Ahead
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 02-28-2007)

Greetings Maniacs, and welcome to another calamitous Comicscape adventure, where we crack wise about comics and I insult movies everyone else likes.  Last week’s admittedly merciless review of Ghost Rider garnered very little mail – n...

Fish Heads, Fish Heads
by Randall Larson (Thu 04-12-2007)

THIS WEEK’S RECOMMENDATIONS  Sweden’s new film label, Fin de Siècle Media, has released a real treasure of late 70’s Eurohorror film music – Luciano Michelini’s provocative score for L’Isola Degli Uomini...


One Comicscape About Many Things
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 04-25-2007)

Greetings, Maniacs, and welcome to another exciting episode of Comicscape, where we offer you, the reader, new and innovative excuses to spend yet more money on comics.  For instance, next time you’re considering overspending your comics bu...

The Fourth of July Column
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 07-04-2007)

Happy Fourth of July, Maniacs, and welcome to another flag-waving edition of Comicscape! Unfortunately, comics ship on Thursday this week, so you’ll have to wait until tomorrow to buy your fix. But, like a boulder tumbling down a mountain,...

Babylon 5 Finally
by Stephen Lackey (Mon 06-18-2007)

One of the first things I wrote about for TV Wasteland last year was that a new Babylon 5 series of direct to DVD films were in the works. Now, finally 10 years after the original series ended the next tales of Babylon 5 will begin on July 31st with ...

The Obligatory Year In Review Column
by Kurt Amacker (Thu 12-28-2006)

Each December, I feel obligated to write one of these wretched “year in review” columns that gives you, the reader, my perfunctory thoughts on comic books through the last 12 months.  These things hardly satisfy anyone, least of all me...


Politics in Comics: Your Letters
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 12-06-2006)

Greetings, Comicscape faithful, and welcome to another week of four-color spills, thrills, chills, and kills.  Last week, I went back to the well and ran a pretty well-received column about politics in comics.  After two failed attempts at a...

Comicscape - June 2, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-02-2004)

OPINION: Hope everyone had a good Memorial Day and that, if you weren't out remembering those who have fought and died for our freedom, you were at least enjoying the fruits (and nicely grilled meats) of that freedom at the park or campgrounds of your cho...

Graham, Goodman Join the ALMIGHTY
by News Editor (Thu 03-16-2006)

Lauren Graham and John Goodman have both signed on to star in EVAN ALMIGHTY. They join a cast which already includes Steve Carell and Morgan Freeman.The Universal Pictures sequel to BRUCE ALMIGHTY Carell, who appeared as an anchorman in the first film, w...

Comicscape - July 26, 2006
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 07-26-2006)

Here's the obligatory San Diego Comic Con aftermath column. I wasn't able to make it this year for financial reasons, but I can't really ignore the event and the announcements that came out of it. Thanks to the magic of the Internet, I can still read ab...


HOSTEL 2 casting update
by Karl Schneider (Wed 08-16-2006)

Lauren German, Heather Matarazzo and Bijou Phillips are all in negotiations to star in the upcoming film HOSTEL 2. Eli Roth will direct the film for Screen Gems.HOSTEL was released earlier this year and followed three men who end up in a Slovakian hostel...

Halloween Grab Bag
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 10-25-2006)

I’ve devoted this week’s COMICSCAPE to a few topics that hardly merit an entire column. Or, if they do, the inspiration has failed to strike me for more than a few paltry lines. Call it stream of consciousness, call it laziness, or call it ...

An Endangered Species
by Jason Davis (Mon 01-02-2006)

What do 24, THE SHIELD, LOST and recently STARGATE: SG-1 have in common? I guess the question really should be--what don't they have in common? The answer is a classic television title sequence. Sure, a brief shot of the logo and credits superimposed o...

Girls get involved in Vin's PACIFIER
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 04-02-2004)

Faith Ford (THE STEPFORD WIVES) and Lauren Graham (GILMORE GIRLS) have joined the cast of THE PACIFIER, Vin Diesel's new action/comedy. Ford is playing the wife of a scientist that Diesel's undercover agent character is assigned to protect, along with her...


Dances with the Undead: Kim Newman, Part 2
by Dan Cziraky (Fri 07-28-2000)

JUDGMENT OF TEARS has a lighter tone than THE BLOODY RED BARON, an element that author Kim Newman decided upon early. `Needing a rest after the war-torn Red Baron book, I decided to skip the obvious World War II setting and relax a little by enjoying `la ...

Horror Garage
by Denise Dumars (Fri 07-07-2000)

The appearance of a new professional magazine of horror fiction is, for fans, like a cold drink of water on a global-