Keanu Reeves has been set to receive the inaugural Lance Reddick Legacy Award at the 51st annual Saturn Awards ceremony, which has itself been dedicated to the memory of Reddick, a friend and former host of the show, who could be seen opposite the John Wick star in the entire franchise, passing away in March at the age of 60.
Presenting the award to Reeves at the ceremony, streaming live via ElectricNOW at 4 p.m. Pst on February 4, with Joel McHale as host, is Bosch star Titus Welliver.
Saturn producers Bradley and Kevin Marcus joined Robert Holguin, President of award show presenter The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Films, in explaining that the new award in Reddick’s name “symbolizes and celebrates not only a performer’s talent, but their character; someone who’s a true goodwill ambassador in the industry.”
The trio underscored that “from Science Fiction (“The...
Presenting the award to Reeves at the ceremony, streaming live via ElectricNOW at 4 p.m. Pst on February 4, with Joel McHale as host, is Bosch star Titus Welliver.
Saturn producers Bradley and Kevin Marcus joined Robert Holguin, President of award show presenter The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Films, in explaining that the new award in Reddick’s name “symbolizes and celebrates not only a performer’s talent, but their character; someone who’s a true goodwill ambassador in the industry.”
The trio underscored that “from Science Fiction (“The...
- 1/26/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films has announced that Keanu Reeves will receive the inaugural Lance Reddick Legacy Award at the 51st Saturn Awards. The entire show will be dedicated to the memory of the late Reddick, who died at the age of 60 in March 2023.
Reeves, who was friends with Reddick, starred alongside him in the “John Wick” action-thriller franchise. Reddick appeared in all four movies as Charon, the concierge at the Continental hotel, where his character interfaced with Reeves’ titular hitman.
Academy president Robert Holguin and Saturn producers Bradley and Kevin Marcus released a statement on Reeves’ forthcoming honor: “This award symbolizes and celebrates not only a performer’s talent, but their character; someone who’s a true goodwill ambassador in the industry. From science fiction (‘The Matrix Trilogy’), fantasy (‘Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure’/’Constantine’) and horror (Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Dracula’/’The Devil’sAdvocate’), Keanu...
Reeves, who was friends with Reddick, starred alongside him in the “John Wick” action-thriller franchise. Reddick appeared in all four movies as Charon, the concierge at the Continental hotel, where his character interfaced with Reeves’ titular hitman.
Academy president Robert Holguin and Saturn producers Bradley and Kevin Marcus released a statement on Reeves’ forthcoming honor: “This award symbolizes and celebrates not only a performer’s talent, but their character; someone who’s a true goodwill ambassador in the industry. From science fiction (‘The Matrix Trilogy’), fantasy (‘Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure’/’Constantine’) and horror (Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Dracula’/’The Devil’sAdvocate’), Keanu...
- 1/26/2024
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
Hulu has released the trailer for the upcoming series “Death and Other Details,” which premieres on Jan. 16 with its first two episodes.
The ten-episode murder mystery stars Violett Beane, Mandy Patinkin, Lauren Patten, Rahul Kohli, Angela Zhou, Hugo Diego Garcia, Pardis Saremi and Linda Emond.
Per the series’ description: “Set amidst the glamor of the global elite, ‘Death and Other Details’ centers on the brilliant and restless Imogene Scott (Violett Beane), who finds herself in the wrong place/wrong time and becomes the prime suspect in a locked room murder mystery. The setting? A lavishly restored Mediterranean ocean liner. Suspects? Every pampered guest and every exhausted crew member. The problem? To prove her innocence, she must partner with a man she despises—Rufus Cotesworth (Mandy Patinkin), the world’s greatest detective.”
ABC Signature produces “Death and Other Details.” Mike Weiss and Heidi Cole McAdams wrote and executive produce the series,...
The ten-episode murder mystery stars Violett Beane, Mandy Patinkin, Lauren Patten, Rahul Kohli, Angela Zhou, Hugo Diego Garcia, Pardis Saremi and Linda Emond.
Per the series’ description: “Set amidst the glamor of the global elite, ‘Death and Other Details’ centers on the brilliant and restless Imogene Scott (Violett Beane), who finds herself in the wrong place/wrong time and becomes the prime suspect in a locked room murder mystery. The setting? A lavishly restored Mediterranean ocean liner. Suspects? Every pampered guest and every exhausted crew member. The problem? To prove her innocence, she must partner with a man she despises—Rufus Cotesworth (Mandy Patinkin), the world’s greatest detective.”
ABC Signature produces “Death and Other Details.” Mike Weiss and Heidi Cole McAdams wrote and executive produce the series,...
- 1/4/2024
- by Jaden Thompson, Caroline Brew and Valerie Wu
- Variety Film + TV
Christopher Nolan is headed to the Saturn Awards, where the filmmaker will be honored with the genre-focused ceremony’s visionary award.
Nolan’s Oppenheimer star Emily Blunt will present the honor at a ceremony on Feb. 4. Jeffrey Katzenberg, Kevin Feige and James Cameron are previous recipients of the visionary award.
The Saturn Awards date back to 1973, with the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films having previously honored Nolan for writing his features Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, Inception and Interstellar. He won for directing Inception as well. This year, he is nominated for writing and for directing Oppenheimer, the R-rated biopic that surprised by becoming an outsized commercial hit, grossing $953 million globally.
“Mr. Nolan’s exceptional and groundbreaking work has not only entertained and enlightened audiences for years, but most recently with the seminal Oppenheimer, he continues to contribute to the art of cinema by exploring the advent...
Nolan’s Oppenheimer star Emily Blunt will present the honor at a ceremony on Feb. 4. Jeffrey Katzenberg, Kevin Feige and James Cameron are previous recipients of the visionary award.
The Saturn Awards date back to 1973, with the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films having previously honored Nolan for writing his features Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, Inception and Interstellar. He won for directing Inception as well. This year, he is nominated for writing and for directing Oppenheimer, the R-rated biopic that surprised by becoming an outsized commercial hit, grossing $953 million globally.
“Mr. Nolan’s exceptional and groundbreaking work has not only entertained and enlightened audiences for years, but most recently with the seminal Oppenheimer, he continues to contribute to the art of cinema by exploring the advent...
- 12/12/2023
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Independent film company Blanc-Biehn Productions’ horror film The Girl nominated for Saturn Award in the Best DVD/Bd Release in the Home Entertainment category. The Girl – which stars Michael Biehn and is directed by his Blanc-Biehn Productions partner and wife, Jennifer Blanc-Biehn – already won Best Feature Film in the Sci-Fi-Fantasy-Horror-Thriller category at the 2016 Burbank Film Festival.
The Girl features Evie Louise Thompson (Boyhood) as the kidnap victim of a psychopath (Biehn) who holds her hostage in his backyard shed. When the kidnapper’s son discovers – then rescues – The Girl, the two set off a terrifying chain of events.
Released through United Front Entertainment, eOne Films, Sony and Tony Perez at Splash House Pictures, The Girl was written by Bradley and Kevin Marcus. The film also stars Tia Carrere, Tristan DeVan, Lorraine Ziff, Hallie Jordan, Jenise Blanc, Raven Carell, Grace Powell, Dana Daurey and Nick Nicholson.
The Girl features Evie Louise Thompson (Boyhood) as the kidnap victim of a psychopath (Biehn) who holds her hostage in his backyard shed. When the kidnapper’s son discovers – then rescues – The Girl, the two set off a terrifying chain of events.
Released through United Front Entertainment, eOne Films, Sony and Tony Perez at Splash House Pictures, The Girl was written by Bradley and Kevin Marcus. The film also stars Tia Carrere, Tristan DeVan, Lorraine Ziff, Hallie Jordan, Jenise Blanc, Raven Carell, Grace Powell, Dana Daurey and Nick Nicholson.
- 3/8/2017
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Directed by Jennifer Blanc-Biehn and starring Michael Biehn, Tia Carrere, Evie Thompson, and Tristan DeVan, The Girl recently won the Best Feature Film award in the Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Horror/Thriller section at the 2016 Burbank Film Festival. In today's Horror Highlights, we also have details on new Tim Burton-designed Snapchat filters for Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children and paranormal programming viewers can look forward to seeing on TLC and Destination America this October.
Blanc-Biehn Productions' The Girl Wins Award at 2016 Burbank Film Festival: Press Release: (Los Angeles, CA / September 22, 2016) – Independent film company Blanc-Biehn Productions' horror film The Girl earned a win for Best Feature Film in the Sci-Fi-Fantasy- Horror-Thriller category at the 2016 Burbank Film Festival in Burbank, California.
The tense sci-fi thriller stars Michael Biehn, and is directed by his Blanc-Biehn Productions (and real-life) partner Jennifer Blanc-Biehn. The Festival triumph bodes well for the film's domestic release in January...
Blanc-Biehn Productions' The Girl Wins Award at 2016 Burbank Film Festival: Press Release: (Los Angeles, CA / September 22, 2016) – Independent film company Blanc-Biehn Productions' horror film The Girl earned a win for Best Feature Film in the Sci-Fi-Fantasy- Horror-Thriller category at the 2016 Burbank Film Festival in Burbank, California.
The tense sci-fi thriller stars Michael Biehn, and is directed by his Blanc-Biehn Productions (and real-life) partner Jennifer Blanc-Biehn. The Festival triumph bodes well for the film's domestic release in January...
- 9/27/2016
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
The 40th Annual Saturn Awards were held this past Thursday, June 26th, and a what great show it was from (as Johnny Carson used to say) "beautiful downtown Burbank"! Here's the full list of winners and more.
Actually, we were high above the city at the famous Castaway restaurant and banquet hall. The Saturn Awards has been held here for the past few years, and it really is a fabulous venue with the best views of the San Fernando Valley anywhere.
Among the winners are Dread Central favorites "The Walking Dead," "Hannibal," The Conjuring, and Vera Farmiga's no holds barred performance as Norma Bates in "Bates Motel." The eye candy and updates from the carpet come from director Neil Marshall; the Curse of Chucky crew - Don Mancini, Brad Dourif, and Fiona Dourif; Insidious 3's Lin Shaye; and more. There's even some Ghostbusters 3 non-news!
It was a star-studded event,...
Actually, we were high above the city at the famous Castaway restaurant and banquet hall. The Saturn Awards has been held here for the past few years, and it really is a fabulous venue with the best views of the San Fernando Valley anywhere.
Among the winners are Dread Central favorites "The Walking Dead," "Hannibal," The Conjuring, and Vera Farmiga's no holds barred performance as Norma Bates in "Bates Motel." The eye candy and updates from the carpet come from director Neil Marshall; the Curse of Chucky crew - Don Mancini, Brad Dourif, and Fiona Dourif; Insidious 3's Lin Shaye; and more. There's even some Ghostbusters 3 non-news!
It was a star-studded event,...
- 6/29/2014
- by Staci Layne Wilson
- DreadCentral.com
Chris Morgan and Emile Gladstone are set to produce a film adaptation of Robert McCammon's 1989 novel "The Wolf's Hour" for Universal.
The story focuses on a man recruited by the Allies in WWII specifically for his ability to become a werewolf.
He's soon charged with stopping a Nazi plot to drop poison gas on England, and at the same time he searches for his long lost blood brother.
Bradley and Kevin Marcus penned the script for the project after optioning the novel themselves. They fleshed the script which caught the eye of Morgan and Gladstone.
Source: Deadline...
The story focuses on a man recruited by the Allies in WWII specifically for his ability to become a werewolf.
He's soon charged with stopping a Nazi plot to drop poison gas on England, and at the same time he searches for his long lost blood brother.
Bradley and Kevin Marcus penned the script for the project after optioning the novel themselves. They fleshed the script which caught the eye of Morgan and Gladstone.
Source: Deadline...
- 1/11/2014
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
When the Nazis occupy Paris and threaten the fabric of Western civilization, who are you going to send against them? A British werewolf, of course. That’s the premise of The Wolf’s Hour, a 1989 novel by Robert R. McCammon that’s about to be turned into a film by Universal.
The Wolf’s Hour was optioned by Bradley and Kevin Marcus a while ago, but now has Fast and Furious writer Chris Morgan on board to produce. Given Morgan’s past – he also produced Fast and Furious 6 - this seems to indicate that Universal is actually going to back this one up with a strong budget.
The story follows British spy/lycanthrope Michael Gallatin as he parachutes into occupied Paris to stop a Nazi plan that threatens the D-Day invasion. Gallatin has a chip on his shoulder too: a Nazi spy murdered his lover in her bed three years prior,...
The Wolf’s Hour was optioned by Bradley and Kevin Marcus a while ago, but now has Fast and Furious writer Chris Morgan on board to produce. Given Morgan’s past – he also produced Fast and Furious 6 - this seems to indicate that Universal is actually going to back this one up with a strong budget.
The story follows British spy/lycanthrope Michael Gallatin as he parachutes into occupied Paris to stop a Nazi plan that threatens the D-Day invasion. Gallatin has a chip on his shoulder too: a Nazi spy murdered his lover in her bed three years prior,...
- 1/10/2014
- by Lauren Humphries-Brooks
- We Got This Covered
What's cooler than Nazi zombies? Few things, really, but Nazis fighting Ally werewolves is pretty damned close. Speaking of which, Universal is ready to start howling again with the film rights to the Robert McCammon novel The Wolf’s Hour.
According to Deadline, Universal Pictures has acquired the novel for Chris Morgan and Emile Gladstone to produce through their Universal-based Chris Morgan Productions banner. While Universal has done several werewolf films since launching the classic from its original movie monster library, this is a different take on the legend, and it comes with a screenplay.
The novel focuses around a man who is recruited by the Allies in WWII specifically for his ability to go werewolf. He’s charged with stopping a Nazi plot to drop poison gas on England, and at the same time he searches for his long lost blood brother.
The script was written by Bradley and Kevin Marcus.
According to Deadline, Universal Pictures has acquired the novel for Chris Morgan and Emile Gladstone to produce through their Universal-based Chris Morgan Productions banner. While Universal has done several werewolf films since launching the classic from its original movie monster library, this is a different take on the legend, and it comes with a screenplay.
The novel focuses around a man who is recruited by the Allies in WWII specifically for his ability to go werewolf. He’s charged with stopping a Nazi plot to drop poison gas on England, and at the same time he searches for his long lost blood brother.
The script was written by Bradley and Kevin Marcus.
- 1/10/2014
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Exclusive: Universal Pictures has acquired the Robert McCammon novel The Wolf’s Hour for Chris Morgan and Emile Gladstone to produce through their Universal-based Chris Morgan Productions banner. While Universal has done several werewolf films since launching the classic from its original movie monster library, this is a different take on the legend and it comes with a screenplay. The novel focuses around a man who is recruited by the Allies in WWII specifically for his ability to go werewolf. He’s charged with stopping a Nazi plot to drop poison gas on England, and at the same time he searches for his long lost blood brother. The script was written by Bradley and Kevin Marcus. The brothers optioned the 1989 novel themselves, and took the time to flesh out a script that sparked Morgan and Gladstone after Cmp exec Ainsley Davies brought it in. Morgan is working on the revamped...
- 1/10/2014
- by MIKE FLEMING JR
- Deadline
More normally found putting words in the mouths of Vin Diesel and Ludacris for the Fast & Furious films, writer Chris Morgan also dabbles in the horror genre, having written the story for upcoming Neveldine/Taylor thriller The Vatican Tapes. But for The Wolf’s Hour, based on the book by Robert McCammon, he’s sticking to producing duty.The actual legwork (finger-work?) script-wise is being shouldered by Bradley and Kevin Marcus, who took a shot and optioned McCammon’s 1989 book themselves. They wrote a screenplay and got the attention of Morgan’s production company, which in turn led to a deal with Universal.You can see why the studio might be interested – The Wolf’s Hour is a pulpy blend of World War II adventure and werewolf tale, which finds a man recruited by the Allies to stop a Nazi poison gas plot. He’s signed up because his wolfy abilities give him extra speed,...
- 1/10/2014
- EmpireOnline
Tagline: "Beware of those who come at night." Night Visitor is the first film as director for Jennifer Blanc (The Victim). This horror title recently secured foreign distribution and an International trailer for the film has been released. This title will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and horror fans can preview the film here. Night Visitor involves a troubled family, who decide to film their lives morning, noon and night. Their relationships are fractured and fractured even more when the son is found to be talking to an invisible entity. This title has an eclectic cast. Cast members include Brianne Davis (Prom Night) Vedette Lim ("True Blood"), Gary Cairns (Hero Wanted) and Blanc's husband, Michael Biehn, also makes an appearance. View these cast members in the terrifying video below! Release Date: September, 2013 (Limited Screening). Director: Jennifer Blanc. Writers: Bradley Marcus, Kevin Marcus and Lony Ruhmann. Cast: Brianne Davis,...
- 7/30/2013
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Blanc/Biehn Productions recently announced a multi-picture deal with executive producer Lony Ruhmann (read about that here), and we now have more details, including the directors who will be helming all of their upcoming projects.
From the Press Release:
Jennifer Blanc-Biehn (Wrong Cops, "Dark Angel," The Victim, Among Friends) will direct her husband, Michael Biehn, along with Evie Louise Tompson (The Call, Hidden in the Woods) in the sci-fi tinged thriller The Girl.
Brianne Davis (Among Friends, Jarhead, Prom Night) will direct The Night Visitor 2: Heather's Story. “We are so excited since she understands the vision, having starred as the lead in The Night Visitor,” exclaims Blanc-Biehn. The story is based on Ruhmann's characters in The Night Visitor (now in post-production) with a screenplay by twin brothers Bradley and Kevin Marcus, who also penned the script for The Night Visitor. In The Night Visitor 2: Heather's Story, the sci-fi...
From the Press Release:
Jennifer Blanc-Biehn (Wrong Cops, "Dark Angel," The Victim, Among Friends) will direct her husband, Michael Biehn, along with Evie Louise Tompson (The Call, Hidden in the Woods) in the sci-fi tinged thriller The Girl.
Brianne Davis (Among Friends, Jarhead, Prom Night) will direct The Night Visitor 2: Heather's Story. “We are so excited since she understands the vision, having starred as the lead in The Night Visitor,” exclaims Blanc-Biehn. The story is based on Ruhmann's characters in The Night Visitor (now in post-production) with a screenplay by twin brothers Bradley and Kevin Marcus, who also penned the script for The Night Visitor. In The Night Visitor 2: Heather's Story, the sci-fi...
- 6/26/2013
- by The Woman In Black
- DreadCentral.com
Lots of news coming in for the first in a series of grindhouse films coming from Michael Biehn and Xavier Gens starting with The Farm. We've got some distro news, some new sales art, and lord knows what else on tap for you right now.
From the Press Release
Aspect Film's genre label Chiller Films has pre-sold Xavier Gens' upcoming grindhouse feature The Farm to German distributor Tiberius Film, with other territories including North America and UK circling. The deal was brokered by Aspect's Hugh Edwards and Tiberius' Wolfgang Carl and David Marsh.
The first in a series of three grindhouse films from Blanc/Biehn Productions, The Farm will reunite Hitman director Xavier Gens with The Terminator star Michael Biehn, who worked together on The Divide. Also back from starring in The Divide is Michael Eklund, Courtney B. Vance, Ivan Gonzalez, Jennifer Blanc-Biehn, while Danielle Harris will also star.
From the Press Release
Aspect Film's genre label Chiller Films has pre-sold Xavier Gens' upcoming grindhouse feature The Farm to German distributor Tiberius Film, with other territories including North America and UK circling. The deal was brokered by Aspect's Hugh Edwards and Tiberius' Wolfgang Carl and David Marsh.
The first in a series of three grindhouse films from Blanc/Biehn Productions, The Farm will reunite Hitman director Xavier Gens with The Terminator star Michael Biehn, who worked together on The Divide. Also back from starring in The Divide is Michael Eklund, Courtney B. Vance, Ivan Gonzalez, Jennifer Blanc-Biehn, while Danielle Harris will also star.
- 5/21/2012
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Michael Biehn and Xavier Gens worked together on The Divide and it has been announced that they have partnered to produce Biehn’s upcoming series of grindhouse films. Continue reading for the official press release, including details on their first project, The Farm:
Award-winning actor Michael Biehn (The Terminator, Aliens), under his Blanc Biehn Productions shingle, has joined forces with famed director Xavier Gens (Hitman, Frontiers) to produce a series of grindhouse films, the first of which will be The Farm. Each film will be dark, provocative and feature characters that are larger than life. Chiller Film, the genre arm of Aspect Film Ltd., will represent all three titles as part of the deal they announced with Blanc Biehn Productions back in February.
“The inspiration to do The Farm came from a desire to work once again with Michael Biehn,” said Xavier Gens. “We had so much fun making The Divide.
Award-winning actor Michael Biehn (The Terminator, Aliens), under his Blanc Biehn Productions shingle, has joined forces with famed director Xavier Gens (Hitman, Frontiers) to produce a series of grindhouse films, the first of which will be The Farm. Each film will be dark, provocative and feature characters that are larger than life. Chiller Film, the genre arm of Aspect Film Ltd., will represent all three titles as part of the deal they announced with Blanc Biehn Productions back in February.
“The inspiration to do The Farm came from a desire to work once again with Michael Biehn,” said Xavier Gens. “We had so much fun making The Divide.
- 5/16/2012
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Really cool news coming out of the indie scene. This morning we got word that entertainment veterans Michael Biehn and Xavier Gens have joined forces to produce a series of grindhouse films starting with The Farm. Read on for all of the details!
From the Press Release
Award-winning actor Michael Biehn (The Terminator, Aliens), under his Blanc/Biehn Productions shingle, has joined forces with famed director Xavier Gens (Hitman, Frontiers) to produce a series of grindhouse films, the first of which will be The Farm. Each film will be dark, provocative and feature characters that are larger than life. Chiller Film, the genre arm of Aspect Film Ltd., will represent all three titles as part of the deal they announced with Blanc/Biehn Productions back in February.
“The inspiration to do The Farm came from a desire to work once again with Michael Biehn,” said Xavier Gens. “We had so much fun making The Divide.
From the Press Release
Award-winning actor Michael Biehn (The Terminator, Aliens), under his Blanc/Biehn Productions shingle, has joined forces with famed director Xavier Gens (Hitman, Frontiers) to produce a series of grindhouse films, the first of which will be The Farm. Each film will be dark, provocative and feature characters that are larger than life. Chiller Film, the genre arm of Aspect Film Ltd., will represent all three titles as part of the deal they announced with Blanc/Biehn Productions back in February.
“The inspiration to do The Farm came from a desire to work once again with Michael Biehn,” said Xavier Gens. “We had so much fun making The Divide.
- 5/16/2012
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Actor Michael Biehn, best known for his starring roles in The Terminator and Aliens, and his Blanc Biehn Productions have joined forces with director Xavier Gens (Hitman) to produce a series of grindhouse films, the first of which will be The Farm. Chiller Film, the genre arm of Aspect Film, will represent all three titles as part of its deal with Blanc Biehn announced back in February. Produced by Blanc Biehn and written by Bradley Marcus and Kevin Marcus, The Farm will star Biehn as a broken man who must fight his inner demons to save his farm from a greedy
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- 5/16/2012
- by Gregg Kilday
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Mike Mitchell has been hired to direct the MGM fantasy-adventure "Once Upon a Time."
The live-action feature fiddles with fairy-tale conventions the way the "Shrek" movies and "Enchanted" did. Cinderella, Snow White and Sleeping Beauty must join together to go in search of their missing husbands, the Charming Brothers, and save the kingdom in the process.
MGM picked up the original screenplay written by Jerry Bruckheimer Films exec Charles Vignola and tyro scribes Kevin Marcus and Bradley Marcus in March.
Vignola's manager Darryl Taja is attached to produce through his Epidemic Pictures ("New in Town"). Vignola will exec produce. MGM execs Cale Boyter and Pam Silverstein are overseeing for the studio.
The CAA-repped Mitchell has directed "Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo," "Surviving Christmas" and "Sky High" and worked on DreamWorks Animation films such as "Kung Fu Panda," "Monsters vs. Aliens" and "Shrek the Third."
He is now directing "Shrek Forever After,...
The live-action feature fiddles with fairy-tale conventions the way the "Shrek" movies and "Enchanted" did. Cinderella, Snow White and Sleeping Beauty must join together to go in search of their missing husbands, the Charming Brothers, and save the kingdom in the process.
MGM picked up the original screenplay written by Jerry Bruckheimer Films exec Charles Vignola and tyro scribes Kevin Marcus and Bradley Marcus in March.
Vignola's manager Darryl Taja is attached to produce through his Epidemic Pictures ("New in Town"). Vignola will exec produce. MGM execs Cale Boyter and Pam Silverstein are overseeing for the studio.
The CAA-repped Mitchell has directed "Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo," "Surviving Christmas" and "Sky High" and worked on DreamWorks Animation films such as "Kung Fu Panda," "Monsters vs. Aliens" and "Shrek the Third."
He is now directing "Shrek Forever After,...
- 6/18/2009
- by By Jay A. Fernandez and Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
MGM hopes to laugh happily ever after.
The studio has acquired the original comedy screenplay "Once Upon a Time ...," written by Charles Vignola, Kevin Marcus and Bradley Marcus.
Darryl Taja, who manages Vignola, will produce through his Epidemic Pictures. Vignola will exec produce.
Executive vp production Cale Boyter will oversee the project for MGM.
"Once's" humorous quest story plays with fairy-tale convention in the vein of the "Shrek" movies and "The Princess Bride."
Epidemic recently produced "New in Town."
Vignola has sold projects to Spyglass Entertainment and Jerry Bruckheimer Films, where he has worked as an exec for 17 years.
This is the first sale for Kevin and Bradley Marcus, who are repped by the Bohrman Agency. The brothers write and produce the annual Saturn Awards ceremony.
The studio has acquired the original comedy screenplay "Once Upon a Time ...," written by Charles Vignola, Kevin Marcus and Bradley Marcus.
Darryl Taja, who manages Vignola, will produce through his Epidemic Pictures. Vignola will exec produce.
Executive vp production Cale Boyter will oversee the project for MGM.
"Once's" humorous quest story plays with fairy-tale convention in the vein of the "Shrek" movies and "The Princess Bride."
Epidemic recently produced "New in Town."
Vignola has sold projects to Spyglass Entertainment and Jerry Bruckheimer Films, where he has worked as an exec for 17 years.
This is the first sale for Kevin and Bradley Marcus, who are repped by the Bohrman Agency. The brothers write and produce the annual Saturn Awards ceremony.
- 3/4/2009
- by By Jay A. Fernandez
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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