On this episode of Collider Movie Talk (March 31st, 2016) Kristian Harloff, Scott Mantz and John Rocha discuss the following:
Though critics almost universally loathedBatman v Superman Dawn of Justice, most fans, and in some cases critics, enjoyedBen Affleck’sBruce Wayne/Batman interpretation and because of it, the demand for more Batman with Affleck is building. Many are now asking, when can we expect a soloBatmanfilm with Affleck directing and starring? According to THR, you might not have to wait much longer.William Morris Endeavor co-CEOPatrick Whitesellrevealed to THR that Affleck has written a script forBatmanwhile also revealing how many films he’s contracted for in the DC Universe. Whitesell said that he’s contracted to do at leastJustice League Part OneandPart Two, and has written a “really cool” Batman idea.
December is fast approaching and manyStar Warsfans are frothing at the mouth hoping for a look at theStar Warsstory/anthology movieRogue One. While there’s still no word on when we might get our first look, there’s another story most fans always talk about when discussing the spin-offs; that of anObi-Wan Kenobimovie or trilogy withEwan McGregorback under the Jedi robes. Our very own Steve “Frosty” Weintraub sat down with McGregor to talk about his latest movieMiles Aheadandasked about the possibility of McGregor returning to theStar WarsUniverseand giving fans what they want. McGregor also wants to return, saying he’d very much like to do anObi-Wanmovie, even a trilogy. In regards to whether or not McGregor has met with Lucasfilm and Disney, McGregor played coy saying, he’s not at liberty to say. Which means…. he’s met with Disney and Lucasfilm.
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Oscar Isaachad his biggest year ever starring inStar Wars: The Force AwakensandAlex Garland‘samazing directorial debut,Ex Machina. Now, according to the Tracking Board,Garland and Isaac are looking to re-team in Garland’s next sci-fi film entitledAnnihilation. Garland’s movie will be an adaptation of of the first volume ofJeff VanderMeer‘sSouthern Reachseries of novels that will also starNatalie Portman, who was cast earlier this year. They are joined byJennifer Jason Leigh,Creed‘sTessa Thompson, andJane the Virgin‘sGina Rodriguez.
According to a report from Deadline,Bryan CranstonandKevin Hartare circling the two leads in a remake of the French film,The Intouchables. The movie about an ex-con hired to be a caretaker for an aristocrat, earned $416 million dollars at the international box office and was purchased by The Weinstein Co. for the remake.BridesmaidsdirectorPaul Feigwrote the script and was once planning to direct the film but left the project some time ago. Deadline says that The Weinstein Co. is reportedly looking at directorTom Shadyacto helm the film though no deal has been made.
In a report from Variety,Jonah Hillwill make his directorial debut in the coming of age dramedy calledMid-90sbased on a spec script he wrote. Plot details are still unclear though Variety does say the movie is said to follow a young boy in Los Angeles in the mid 1990’s who learns life lessons while hanging out with his crew of skateboarding friends. Also interesting, Hill will not be acting in this, opting only to stay behind the camera. No release date has been announced.
Max Landiscontinues his hot streak of new movies coming to the screen with incredible talent attached. Thanks to an article from The Wrap, fresh off his deal withDavid Ayerand Netflix for the supernatural cop thrillerBright,Landis has another script ready to go withBradley Coopernow attached to star. The dramaDeeperhas setWhite GoddirectorKornel Mundruczoto helm the project with Landis producing alongsideDavid S. Goyer. The story revolves around a disgraced astronaut who sets out on a mission to the bottom of a newly discovered oceanic trench, which is believed to be the lowest point on Earth. In the face of grave danger, “he quickly finds himself in a physical and psychological fight against mysterious forces.” Still no word on a production start date or release.
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Miles Ahead- In the 1970s, down-and-out jazz trumpeter Miles Davis tries to recover his new session tape from music producers. The film is written, directed and starsDon Cheadleas Miles Davis withEmayatzy CorinealdiandEwan McGregor.
God’s Not Dead 2- When a high school teacher is asked a question in class about Jesus, her reasoned response lands her in deep trouble and could expel God from the public square once and for all. The film starsJesse Metcalfe,David A.R. White,Ray WiseandRobin Givens.
Mark Guilherme writes:
Hey Collider,
Just started watching a few weeks ago but now I’m a daily listener.
With all of the mentions of Lex Luthor Sr. inBatman v Supermanand considering audience reactions toJesse Eisenberg’sportrayal, do you think we could see WB casting an older actor in the senior role and using that character for future films? Thanks!
Bobby Hoskins writes
Hey, Collider crew. I have a feeling that Disney/Lucasfilm has a big disconnect with the general moviegoers. I’ve heard many people (who aren’t stupid people, just not in the movie news sphere) say that they’re excited for the newStar Warsmovie because they think it’s the next episode and are shocked when I tell them aboutRogue One. I think Disney needs to start marketingRogue Oneto get people to understand the type ofStar Warsmovie that is releasing this year. Do you, as well? Thanks for everything you do!
