It looks like we’re going to get another big screen adaptation of The Shadow in our lifetime thanks to the people over at 20th Century Fox. According to Latino Review, the studio has picked up the rights to Sam Raimi’s version of the vintage character that Sony was previously rumored to produce, but after the Spider-Man debacle are we really surprised they didn’t follow through?
Twentieth Century Fox has decided to tighten its grip on Marvel’s Daredevil property by hiring a writer to pen the reboot. Ever since Disney bought the comic giant, all of the properties currently with other studios are fair game if they don’t make use of them, hence the Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, Ghost Rider reboots and sequels.
Earlier this year, 20th Century Fox received a major blow when their upcoming release X-Men: Origins: Wolverine leaked onto the internet. Not only was there a copy out there for everyone to see, but it was an unfinished version that lacked major special effects. According to CNET, the FBI has finally made an arrest in the longstanding case.
It’s obvious that James Cameron‘s Avatar cost a pretty penny to produce with its 3-D graphics, animation, and special effects but everyone wants to know the final price tag. Most estimates have ranged from 250 million to half a billion dollars, which would scare even the most profitable studio, but not 20th Century Fox. Their the ones backing Cameron’s latest feature, and according to them Avatar is money well spent.
Jonah Hill has found a way to infiltrate every part of the entertainment industry. Not only is he an up and coming film actor-writer-comedian, now he’s about to get his own television show. According to Variety, the actor may be the next Seth McFarlane (Family Guy, American Day, The Cleveland Show) thanks to a presentation for a project entitled, The Bradleys.
Twentieth Century Fox is gearing up to tackle a story of epic proportions, according to Variety. The studio has decided to take on the Biblical tale of Moses, as in “Mr. let my people go.” The writing team behind the developing project, were previously hired to create a graphic novel style Moby Dick feature. So, what do they have in store for Moses?
Poor MGM can’t catch a break. The legendary studio has been at the center of a serious financial crisis over the past few weeks, and there seems to be no sign of relief in sight. According to WAMG, MGM could be losing its livelihood with the possible loss of Ian Flemings James Bond franchise. Some reports are suggesting that Twentieth Century Fox may be stepping in to buy the property.
Chris Evans starred in the most recent live action adaptation of Marvel Comics’ Fantastic Four as Johnny Storm aka The Human Torch. As of late, 20th Century Fox has made it known that they plan on rebooting the franchise, which means saying goodbye to its previous cast. Until now, none of the four actors involved in the earlier films had spoken up about the development news. Evans decided to set the record straight on how he feels about being replaced as the hot headed, Johnny Storm.
Every major film studio seems to be staking claim to their Marvel stock. After Disney’s merger with the comic company it feels like everyone else has been put on notice. Marvel pimped out several of its characters to all the majors including Sony, Paramount and Fox. Paramount has already spoken up about their future with the company, and now Fox has broken their silence.
