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Simon Kinberg has refused to rule out the possibility of recastings for 'X-Men: Apocalypse'.
According to the writer-producer, 20th Century Fox has been contemplating whether to cast new actors in the iconic roles from the 'X-Men' franchise.
He told Yahoo: "It'd be very hard to do, because Halle [Berry], Famke [Janssen], and Jimmy [Marsden] and others have done such wonderful jobs of bringing those characters to life.
"But I also would have said before 'First Class' that there would be no actors who can stand alongside Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart."
The roles of Professor Xavier and Magneto were played by McKellen, 75, and Stewart, 74, in Fox's first three films, and more recently by James McAvoy, 35, and Michael Fassbender, 37, respectively.
And looking to the future of the franchise, Kinberg said: "In Apocalypse, it will really be the continuation of the 'past' of Days of Future Past."
Earlier this week, it was confirmed that Bryan Singer will direct 'X-Men: Apocalypse'.
Singer, 49, has worked on three previous instalments of the Marvel franchise and will return as the director of the next movie.
'X-Men: Apocalypse' is set to hit cinema screens on May 27, 2016.
Simon Kinberg admits X-Men recasting is possible
Simon Kinberg has refused to rule out the possibility of recastings for 'X-Men: Apocalypse'.
According to the writer-producer, 20th Century Fox has been contemplating whether to cast new actors in the iconic roles from the 'X-Men' franchise.
He told Yahoo: "It'd be very hard to do, because Halle [Berry], Famke [Janssen], and Jimmy [Marsden] and others have done such wonderful jobs of bringing those characters to life.
"But I also would have said before 'First Class' that there would be no actors who can stand alongside Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart."
The roles of Professor Xavier and Magneto were played by McKellen, 75, and Stewart, 74, in Fox's first three films, and more recently by James McAvoy, 35, and Michael Fassbender, 37, respectively.
And looking to the future of the franchise, Kinberg said: "In Apocalypse, it will really be the continuation of the 'past' of Days of Future Past."
Earlier this week, it was confirmed that Bryan Singer will direct 'X-Men: Apocalypse'.
Singer, 49, has worked on three previous instalments of the Marvel franchise and will return as the director of the next movie.
'X-Men: Apocalypse' is set to hit cinema screens on May 27, 2016.
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Andrew Adamson is to direct an adaptation of Steve Niles's 'Breath of Bones'.
Adamson, 47, who has previously directed 'Chronicles of Narnia', has agreed to make a film based on the comic.
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Adamson explained the plot of the film, saying: "Telling a story can be tough. It's the one monster rooted in religion and mysticism, so I wanted to be respectful.
"I decided to tell it as a World War II fable. It's a story of a grandfather teaching his grandson how to make a monster to defend his village against a Nazi invasion."
The comic on which the new film will be based was co-written by Matt Santoro, while Dave Watcher was responsible for the distinctive artwork, for which he was nominated for a Russ Manning Award.
Adamson, meanwhile, has an impressive track record for directing creative films, having made the first two films in the 'Shrek' franchise, in addition to 'Narnia' movies 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' and 'Prince Caspian'.
The eagerly-awaited new film is to be produced by Mike Richardson and Keith Goldberg, who will work alongside Adamson and his producing partner Aron Warner.
Andrew Adamson to direct Breath of Bones
Andrew Adamson is to direct an adaptation of Steve Niles's 'Breath of Bones'.
Adamson, 47, who has previously directed 'Chronicles of Narnia', has agreed to make a film based on the comic.
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Adamson explained the plot of the film, saying: "Telling a story can be tough. It's the one monster rooted in religion and mysticism, so I wanted to be respectful.
"I decided to tell it as a World War II fable. It's a story of a grandfather teaching his grandson how to make a monster to defend his village against a Nazi invasion."
The comic on which the new film will be based was co-written by Matt Santoro, while Dave Watcher was responsible for the distinctive artwork, for which he was nominated for a Russ Manning Award.
Adamson, meanwhile, has an impressive track record for directing creative films, having made the first two films in the 'Shrek' franchise, in addition to 'Narnia' movies 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' and 'Prince Caspian'.
The eagerly-awaited new film is to be produced by Mike Richardson and Keith Goldberg, who will work alongside Adamson and his producing partner Aron Warner.
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Liam Neeson is to star in 'Ted 2.'
The 62-year-old actor has landed a starring role in Seth MacFarlane's comedy sequel, which follows the adventures of John Bennett (Mark Wahlberg) and his living brown bear, Ted (MacFarlane).
The 40-year-old director-turned-producer announced the news on his Twitter account last night (24.09.14), by tweeting: "Yesterday Liam Neeson, today Morgan Freeman. Not a bad week for #Ted2. (sic)."
Freeman, 77, will reportedly play a civil rights lawyer in the movie and, although plot details are being kept tightly underwraps, it is thought his character will step in to help the foul-mouthed bear when he finds himself in a spot of legal trouble mid-way through the film.
MacFarlane, who is writing, directing and starring in the movie, wanted high-profile actors to join the sequel and had his eye on a number of stars from the beginning.
'Ted 2', which is being released by Universal Pictures, is expected to star the majority of the original supporting cast, as well as Amanda Seyfried, who will perform a stunning medley in the sequel.
Bosses are also trying to convince Kim Kardashian West, 33, to take on a cameo role in the film.
Meanwhile, the upcoming movie has already gone into production and will hit cinemas on June 26, 2015 in the US and on July 10, 2015 in the UK.
Liam Neeson joins Ted 2
Liam Neeson is to star in 'Ted 2.'
The 62-year-old actor has landed a starring role in Seth MacFarlane's comedy sequel, which follows the adventures of John Bennett (Mark Wahlberg) and his living brown bear, Ted (MacFarlane).
The 40-year-old director-turned-producer announced the news on his Twitter account last night (24.09.14), by tweeting: "Yesterday Liam Neeson, today Morgan Freeman. Not a bad week for #Ted2. (sic)."
Freeman, 77, will reportedly play a civil rights lawyer in the movie and, although plot details are being kept tightly underwraps, it is thought his character will step in to help the foul-mouthed bear when he finds himself in a spot of legal trouble mid-way through the film.
MacFarlane, who is writing, directing and starring in the movie, wanted high-profile actors to join the sequel and had his eye on a number of stars from the beginning.
'Ted 2', which is being released by Universal Pictures, is expected to star the majority of the original supporting cast, as well as Amanda Seyfried, who will perform a stunning medley in the sequel.
Bosses are also trying to convince Kim Kardashian West, 33, to take on a cameo role in the film.
Meanwhile, the upcoming movie has already gone into production and will hit cinemas on June 26, 2015 in the US and on July 10, 2015 in the UK.
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Cillian Murphy thinks his low-key approach to life makes it easier to appear convincing on screen.
The 38-year-old is notoriously camera shy - preferring to live a quiet life with his wife Yvonne McGuinness and their two sons, Malachy and Aran Murphy, in north London - and he says being so reserved about his life away from the silver screen is beneficial for his career.
'The Dark Knight Rises' star explained to the Guardian newspaper: "Logically, the less people know about you, the more convincing you are playing someone else. It's glaringly obvious to me.
"I get the bus, I get the tube, I go to the shop and get the milk and do normal things. I would hate it if that became impossible.
"As an actor, you're supposed to be playing real people so it seems essential to live like a normal person."
Cillian attributed his career success to good script writing, saying: "The only thing I've tried to stick to, and I've repeated it ad nauseum, is to follow the good writing.
"I don't want to go to America and up sticks to wherever a shoot may be for 12 months. I've got young kids, you don't really want to uproot the family for a year."
Cillian Murphy credits success to fame-shy approach
Cillian Murphy thinks his low-key approach to life makes it easier to appear convincing on screen.
The 38-year-old is notoriously camera shy - preferring to live a quiet life with his wife Yvonne McGuinness and their two sons, Malachy and Aran Murphy, in north London - and he says being so reserved about his life away from the silver screen is beneficial for his career.
'The Dark Knight Rises' star explained to the Guardian newspaper: "Logically, the less people know about you, the more convincing you are playing someone else. It's glaringly obvious to me.
"I get the bus, I get the tube, I go to the shop and get the milk and do normal things. I would hate it if that became impossible.
"As an actor, you're supposed to be playing real people so it seems essential to live like a normal person."
Cillian attributed his career success to good script writing, saying: "The only thing I've tried to stick to, and I've repeated it ad nauseum, is to follow the good writing.
"I don't want to go to America and up sticks to wherever a shoot may be for 12 months. I've got young kids, you don't really want to uproot the family for a year."
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Vin Diesel has hailed 'Fast & Furious 7' as "incredible" in a Facebook post previewing the new film.
The action hero - who recently starred in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' - has teased the trailer to the new movie, saying watching the promo was "emotional and bittersweet", referring specifically to an image of himself with late co-star Paul Walker.
His post reads: "Universal came to visit, to show the trailer for FF7. Speechless... yeah, it was that INCREDIBLE! (sic)"
The 47-year-old actor added that he wished Walker was around to see the new film for himself.
He said: "I must also say, that it was emotional and bittersweet.
"We all went above and beyond to make Pablo [Walker's nickname] proud, but man, I wish he could see what we have created and just how far we have come."
The new film, which is set for release on April 3, 2015, boasts a star-studded cast that includes Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez and Tyrese Gibson, as well as Jason Statham and Kurt Russell.
What's more, Vin Diesel revealed in an interview with French radio station Skyrock FM that Iggy Azalea is to make a cameo appearance in 'Fast & Furious 7'.
Vin Diesel previews ‘incredible’ Fast and Furious 7′
Vin Diesel has hailed 'Fast & Furious 7' as "incredible" in a Facebook post previewing the new film.
The action hero - who recently starred in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' - has teased the trailer to the new movie, saying watching the promo was "emotional and bittersweet", referring specifically to an image of himself with late co-star Paul Walker.
His post reads: "Universal came to visit, to show the trailer for FF7. Speechless... yeah, it was that INCREDIBLE! (sic)"
The 47-year-old actor added that he wished Walker was around to see the new film for himself.
He said: "I must also say, that it was emotional and bittersweet.
"We all went above and beyond to make Pablo [Walker's nickname] proud, but man, I wish he could see what we have created and just how far we have come."
The new film, which is set for release on April 3, 2015, boasts a star-studded cast that includes Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez and Tyrese Gibson, as well as Jason Statham and Kurt Russell.
What's more, Vin Diesel revealed in an interview with French radio station Skyrock FM that Iggy Azalea is to make a cameo appearance in 'Fast & Furious 7'.
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William Shatner could reprise the role of Captain Kirk in the 'Star Trek' sequel.
The script for the eagerly-awaited new film - written by Roberto Orci, JD Payne and Patrick McKay - includes a part for the character Shatner, 83, played in the 1960s TV series.
The storyline includes a meeting between two of the show's most famous characters, Captain Kirk and Leonard Nimoy's Spock, BadassDigest.com reports.
It's said the scene is "plot-driven and integral enough that it might just survive any future revisions".
The proposed scene will be a landmark moment for fans of the franchise, because Shatner and Nimoy haven't appeared together in a 'Star Trek' film since 'Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country', in 1991.
What's more, Shatner has not starred as Kirk since 1994's 'Star Trek: Generations'.
The speculation comes shortly after Zachary Quinto - who plays the role of Spock - said he believes 'Star Trek 3' will begin shooting within the next six months.
When asked how close the cast are to filming 'Star Trek 3', the 37-year-old actor told NBC: "I think it's on the horizon.
"Things are rumbling, so I have a feeling that we will be in production sometime in the next six months."
The latest 'Star Trek' film is set to hit cinema screens in 2016.
William Shatner linked to role in ‘Star Trek 3’
William Shatner could reprise the role of Captain Kirk in the 'Star Trek' sequel.
The script for the eagerly-awaited new film - written by Roberto Orci, JD Payne and Patrick McKay - includes a part for the character Shatner, 83, played in the 1960s TV series.
The storyline includes a meeting between two of the show's most famous characters, Captain Kirk and Leonard Nimoy's Spock, BadassDigest.com reports.
It's said the scene is "plot-driven and integral enough that it might just survive any future revisions".
The proposed scene will be a landmark moment for fans of the franchise, because Shatner and Nimoy haven't appeared together in a 'Star Trek' film since 'Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country', in 1991.
What's more, Shatner has not starred as Kirk since 1994's 'Star Trek: Generations'.
The speculation comes shortly after Zachary Quinto - who plays the role of Spock - said he believes 'Star Trek 3' will begin shooting within the next six months.
When asked how close the cast are to filming 'Star Trek 3', the 37-year-old actor told NBC: "I think it's on the horizon.
"Things are rumbling, so I have a feeling that we will be in production sometime in the next six months."
The latest 'Star Trek' film is set to hit cinema screens in 2016.
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Lindsay Lohan wants a 'Mean Girls' sequel.
The 28-year-old actress - who played Cady Heron in the cult movie 10 years ago - is keen to persuade Tina Fey to pen a follow-up to the popular 2004 film, which also starred Rachel McAdams and Amanda Seyfried.
When asked about a possible sequel, she told Time Out magazine: "People love the movie. How do you top that? I was with Tina the other day and I said we should do another 'Mean Girls' - like an older version, where they're all housewives and cheating.
"That would be really funny. I'll harass Tina to write it."
Meanwhile, the troubled star, who documented her battle to get her career and life back on track following her sixth stint in rehab last year, is set to make her West End debut in 'Speed-the-Plow' at the Playhouse Theatre in London tonight (24.09.14).
However, she recently admitted that she's nervous about performing the lead role in the revival of David Mamet's production but has been working hard at it.
She said last month: "I'm working hard, and yesterday was my first day of reading lines on stage.
"It was hard work and very scary, but that was what I came prepared for.
"I've been acting since I was a child, but this is completely different and out of my comfort zone."
Lindsay will star in 'Speed-the-Plow' until November 29.
Lindsay Lohan wants Mean Girls sequel
Lindsay Lohan wants a 'Mean Girls' sequel.
The 28-year-old actress - who played Cady Heron in the cult movie 10 years ago - is keen to persuade Tina Fey to pen a follow-up to the popular 2004 film, which also starred Rachel McAdams and Amanda Seyfried.
When asked about a possible sequel, she told Time Out magazine: "People love the movie. How do you top that? I was with Tina the other day and I said we should do another 'Mean Girls' - like an older version, where they're all housewives and cheating.
"That would be really funny. I'll harass Tina to write it."
Meanwhile, the troubled star, who documented her battle to get her career and life back on track following her sixth stint in rehab last year, is set to make her West End debut in 'Speed-the-Plow' at the Playhouse Theatre in London tonight (24.09.14).
However, she recently admitted that she's nervous about performing the lead role in the revival of David Mamet's production but has been working hard at it.
She said last month: "I'm working hard, and yesterday was my first day of reading lines on stage.
"It was hard work and very scary, but that was what I came prepared for.
"I've been acting since I was a child, but this is completely different and out of my comfort zone."
Lindsay will star in 'Speed-the-Plow' until November 29.