Back in September, we reported that Chris Pine was in negotiations to star in a developing film called Welcome to People. Yes, the title sounds strange but the story is even stranger. The film will mark screenwriter Alex Kurtzman’s (Lost, Star Trek) directorial debut. And according to THR, he’s landed another actor for it in the form of the talented Elizabeth Banks.
The beautiful Elizabeth Banks is back this week, and even if her role is minimal, there were plenty of reasons to watch last night’s episode of “30 Rock.” This has always been a show that relies just as much on its good writing as it does its stars – both of which did a phenomenal job this week at bringing the two together and keeping the laughs coming. Check out the review to find out more…
Are you ready to see Russell Crowe bust a cap in someone’s ass? It’s been a long time since we seen that revenge seeking version of the actor on the big screen (Robin Hood just didn’t cut it). Luckily for us, the theatrical trailer for his new film The Next Three Days has been released on Yahoo and we get to see a bit of the old Russell. Check out the trailer below…
Hollywood has become obsessed with making live action versions of well known children’s properties. With the success of Alice in Wonderland are you really surprised that Tinkerbell’s next? You know the pixie little fairy who appears in the Peter Pan stories? According to Variety, she’ll appear in the human form of Elizabeth Banks in a romantic comedy aptly titled, Tink.
What do Peter Farrelly and Brett Ratner have in common besides the fact that their both directors? On the surface not much, but the duo along with Bob Odenkirk and actress Elizabeth Banks will helm, Untitled Comedy. Yes, that’s the name of the movie and it’s an ensemble piece that will feature every actor under the sun.
Both Elizabeth Banks and Jon Hamm will make appearances on the Valentine’s Day episode of NBC’s “30 Rock.” The show will also feature SNL alum Jason Sudeikis, Dean Winters, and Jon Bon Jovi stopping by to join the party. With the series being in its fourth season it looks like they’re pulling out all the stops to keep people interested. Here are some photos from next week’s episode…
The Paul Haggis directed thriller The Next Three Days just got three big additions to its cast. Tony award winner Brian Dennehy, eight year-old Ty Simpkins and recording artist the RZA are in negotiations to co-star in the already star studded cast led by Russell Crowe and Elizabeth Banks. The film is a remake of the French thriller Pour Elle and is scheduled to start shooting in Pittsburgh next week.
Elizabeth Banks is an actress who can easily transition from comedy to drama. Banks is known for her work opposite Steve Carell and Seth Rogen, but now she’ll be teaming up with Oscar winner Paul Haggis. According to THR, the actress is in final negotiations to star in the writer-director’s upcoming project The Next Three Days. More on Banks and Haggis below.
So many castings, so little time. A lot of news regarding some of your favorite actors and actresses has broken overnight. Here’s a rundown of who’s hooking up with who and for what project.
