comic-con 2010

Comic-Con Interview: Simon Oakes of Hammer Films Talks Let Me In

Sunday, July 25, 2010 7:29PM - By

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Comic-Con 2010 premiered some of the first footage ever seen (though it looked much like the original footage) for the adaptation of the Swedish novel previously made into an acclaimed Swedish film, Let the Right One In. The American version by the name of Let Me In is directed by Matt Reeves and stars Chloe Moretz, Kodi Smitt-Mcphee, and Richard Jenkins, all of whom were in attendance at Comic-Con along with Simon Oakes, one of the producer’s of the movie and the head of Hammer Films.

Oakes has had to answer the same question many times, “why remake a movie that was so loved already?” He seemed to have a firm grasp on the answer, so lets begin with that and then find out the details on why this film could be more of a Hollywood success than its predecessor, despite its similarities and differences…

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Comic-Con 2010: The Avengers Assemble Video!

Sunday, July 25, 2010 6:53PM - By

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“Then there came a day, a day unlike any other, when Earth’s mightiest heroes and heroines united against a common threat.  On that day, the Avengers were born.”  Check out ScreenCrave’s video footage of the entire cast of Marvel’s The Avengers coming out on stage at this year’s Comic-Con! It was epic and we caught it all on tape! Take a look…

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Comic-Con 2010: The Cast of Thor Speaks!

Sunday, July 25, 2010 4:30PM - By

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After months of waiting, we finally got to sit down and have a chat with the cast of Marvel’s next theatrical release, Thor. The film will be directed by Kenneth Branagh and stars Australian native Chris Hemsworth as the title character. He’s a relative newcomer who’ll be supported by several veteran actors like Anthony Hopkins who plays his father Odin. At the official Comic-Con press junket a lot of the main talent from the film were in attendance including Branagh, Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Kat Dennings, Clark Gregg, and even Marvel Chief Kevin Feige got in on the action. You can listen to the interviews below…

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Comic-Con 2010: Thor Footage First Look!

Sunday, July 25, 2010 11:19AM - By

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***Update: Thor Comic-Con Trailer Online Now – Watch It here.***

Today at Marvel’s Thor panel, they presented the audience with what is almost certainly going to be the full theatrical trailer.  Since we’re not allowed to show you the footage, it being exclusive to Comic-Con and all, I’d like to do my best to describe it to you. Check it out, after the jump…

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Joe Johnston Describes Captain America as An Adventure Love Story

Saturday, July 24, 2010 10:59PM - By

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When the Comic-Con Marvel panel took place today, it featured the director and stars of Captain America: The First Avenger. Chris Evans, who plays the title role was on hand as well as Hugo Weaving who stars as the villain Red Skull, and Joe Johnston the director. They spoke about their vision for the superhero and what comic book runs they’ve pulled from to create his origin story. We also got confirmation regarding Caps suit and Red Skull’s mask.

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Natalie Portman on Thor Sequel, Black Swan, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Saturday, July 24, 2010 10:34PM - By

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Natalie Portman is a goddess at Comic-Con not only because of her role in Star Wars, but the comic adaptation V for Vendetta. She attended the official Thor Hall H panel and also took some time to talk to the press about her role in the superhero movie as well as a few other projects. I’m talking about the cult favorite Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, the top secret Darren Aronofsky film Black Swan, the David Fincher adaptation of The Girl With the Dragon tattoo and possible Thor sequels.

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Comic-Con 2010: Kevin Smith Red State Casting!

Saturday, July 24, 2010 9:07PM - By

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Tonight at Comic-Con, Kevin Smith casually mentioned a new bit of casting info for his upcoming film Red State. It’s this guy, in the above photo! You’ve seen him in some cool movies, but you don’t know his name, because you don’t pay attention, unless they’re giant movies stars. Call yourself a fan of movies, will you… Check it out after the jump to find out this guy’s name!

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Comic-Con 2010: Cowboys And Aliens First Look Footage

Saturday, July 24, 2010 8:16PM - By

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Update: Watch video of Harrison Ford and the rest of the cast’s dramatic entrance for their Hall H panel

According to the Comic-Con rules, we at ScreenCrave could not record any of the footage Jon Favreau shared with us from his latest flick Cowboys and Aliens, but suffice it to say that it looked awesome! With writers Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci, and the film’s enormously talented cast 0f actors, including Daniel Craig, Sam Rockwell, Olivia Wilde, and Harrison Ford, this could prove that Favreau is the new king of the big budget action flick! Check out the description of the footage, after the jump…

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Comic-Con 2010: Avengers Assemble! Casting Announcements!

Saturday, July 24, 2010 8:14PM - By

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Update: Video of the big announcement is now available!!

Wow! At the end of Marvel’s Thor/Captain America panel presentation, they surprised the audience with a short teaser for The Avengers, which was followed by a surprise appearance from Samuel L. Jackson who came out to introduce the official cast of the movie! Find out more after the jump!

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