Despite the fact that it’s taking a classic piece of American literature and turning it into a 3-D film, Baz Luhrmann’s film adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby might not be quite as horrible as we first thought.  Of course, I’m basing this opinion simply on a few photos that have leaked out from the set, but, that said, these do seem to capture, in their own small way, the mood and tone of the book.

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In order for you to fully understand a film about love, loss, and conflict you really need to watch it in 3D. We don’t honestly believe that but it may be the case when it comes to Baz Luhrmann’s upcoming adaptation of The Great Gatsby. Yes, The Great Gatsby could be coming to a theater near you with an extra dimension and some unnecessary razzle dazzle.

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It didn’t take long for director Baz Luhrmann to get Carey Mulligan on board with his adaptation of the literary classic, The Great Gatsby. Last week we reported that Mulligan had rose to the top of the shortlist of actresses who were in the running for the part of Daisy Buchanan, when Scarlett Johansson became unavailable. Today, the director confirmed to Deadline that Mulligan is his Daisy.

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For all you Romeo & Julet, Australia, and Moulin Rouge fan out there, we’ve just come across a sweet auction going on at charitybuzz.com. Director Baz Luhrmann is auctioning off a walk-on role in his next motion picture! As we all know, what film he’ll be making has not been made clear to the masses yet. We have heard rumors and it is listed on IMDB that Baz is currently in pre-production for The Great Gatsby. Baz told charitybuzz that he is “currently coming to a determination about whether it will be a historical epic, a major musical work, or a literary adaptation.”

Does that mean he knows what the film is, just not how he’ll be presenting it? Or is he still mulling over his options? One thing is for sure, if you’re on the set for it, you’ll know what it is! So here is what you can win…

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Baz Luhrmann knows how to tell a story. Through song, through Shakespeare, through any means possible, he knows how to make a film like no one else. Australia is beautiful in every way that it possibly can be. From the wide-shots of the rolling hills and the barren deserts to the galloping herd shots that will blow your mind. The story itself can be described as no less than an epic. It has drama, comedy, action, adventure, the whole lot. I think no matter who you are there is something to enjoy.

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I got to sit down with Hugh Jackman the day after he was named “The Sexiest Man of the Year” by People Magazine to talk about his upcoming role in Baz Luhrmann‘s epic Australia, coming to theaters today (November 26th). It’s a hard job, but I was more than happy to do it.

Jackman seemed if anything a touch embarrassed about his “sexiest” man title, but was more than willing to joke around on a variety of different topics including his looks.

Hugh talked about how becoming a father has changed his outlook on his work and home life, fainting on a horse during the first day of filming Australia, kissing his good friend Nicole Kidman and working on his upcoming film, Wolverine.

Check out the interview below…

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Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman, and David Wenham star in another amazing Baz Luhrmann film Australia. If there is one thing this guy knows how to do, it’s make BEAUTIFUL films. From the make-up to the backdrop, every inch of his films bleed Luhrmann. Although this film is set in the rugged Australian outback, this trailer still looks stunning and elegant.

Personally I can’t wait. Check out the trailer below…

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