Jason Segel claims he cried when “meeting” Kermit the Frog for the first time, but the self-declared Muppets purist does not sound like a lachrymose superfan when explaining his update of Jim Henson’s brand. As the co-writer and star of The Muppets (out Nov. 23), Segel proves his Muppet mettle with a slick, but classically jovial take on the old troupe. Its swiftness is reminiscent of charming ’90s efforts like A Muppet Christmas Carol while Amy Adams and Chris Cooper’s performances smack of the original Muppet trilogy’s celebrity gusto; the Muppets themselves even conjure the old-school showmanship of the immortal The Muppet Show .
Christopher Meloni has joined the growing, impressive list of stars in Zack Snyder’s upcoming Superman reboot. Titled Man of Steel , the film will feature Henry Cavill as The Caped Crusader, Russell Crowe as Jor-El , Amy Adams as Lois Land and Kevin Costner and Diane Lane as Clark Kent’s adoptive parents. Meloni, who exited Law & Order: SVU this year after 12 seasons as Detective Stabler, will come on board as a “general,” he told New York Magazine this week. Zod, perhaps? Filming on the movie starts in August. [Photo: WENN.com]
“I#39;m really proud to announce on 22 April, Mirabella Bunny was born,” says Adams, 51. “She arrived like all good Easter bunnies on Easter Friday,” Adams added. “Mother and baby are both well and happy. Thanks in advance for your kind thoughts and wishes.” Bryan Adams is in heaven. The rocker-photographer and co-founder of his foundation, Alicia Grimaldi, welcomed a daughter last month, his rep confirms to us exclusively. Adams first revealed in March that he was to be a first-time father,
We almost got in a fight at a Ryan Adams show once, when a particularly engaged patron took offense at the brusque manner with which we bumped our way to the front of the house before the set started. Pretty sure the dude said something about how he’d been waiting in the spot for a while, and then we chuckled dismissively and said something annoying like “bro, it’s a show ” and then more words were… Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Vulture Discovery Date : 22/04/2011 21:30 Number of articles : 2
A teaser trailer for The Woman In Black , Daniel Radcliffe’s first post- Potter film role, has popped up online and there’s not a whole to say about it. Spooky English manor, startled Dan in a period waistcoat, and thick, impenetrable darkness that so pervasive it practically merits second billing. Take a look below! [ IGN ]
Are you there, Zod? It’s me, Michael Shannon. I may have my doubts about Zack Snyder as a director for the upcoming Man of Steel Superman reboot, but his casting has been right on the money of late. After casting Henry Cavil as the titular hero and Amy Adams as spunky girl reporter Lois Lane , Warner Bros. announced today that Academy Award-nominated actor Michael Shannon will be stepping into the black satin tap pants of General Zod.
Are you there, Zod? It’s me, Michael Shannon. I may have my doubts about Zack Snyder as a director for the upcoming Man of Steel Superman reboot, but his casting has been right on the money of late. After casting Henry Cavil as the titular hero and Amy Adams as spunky girl reporter Lois Lane , Warner Bros. announced today that Academy Award-nominated actor Michael Shannon will be stepping into the black satin tap pants of General Zod.
‘Immortals’ actor talks to MTV News at WonderCon in his first on-camera interview since being cast as the Man of Steel. By Aly Semigran, with reporting by Josh Horowitz Henry Cavill at WonderCon 2011 Photo: Getty Images In his first on-camera interview since being cast as Superman in Zack Snyder’s reboot, the new Man of Steel, actor Henry Cavill, chatted about everything from his research for the part to what it will be like working with his Lois Lane, Amy Adams . MTV News caught up with Cavill at WonderCon 2011, where he was promoting his upcoming film “Immortals,” in which he plays a Greek warrior. Turns out Cavill won’t be able to take much of a break after such a daunting role, as he’ll soon gear up to wear Superman’s iconic cape. Cavill said the training for “Superman” will be a “similar kind of thing” to that of “Immortals,” adding, “It’s going to be intense.” Still, it’s not just the physical aspect Cavill will have to focus on: He’ll also have to slip into the psyche of the complex superhero for the tentatively titled “Superman: Man of Steel.” Cavil said he’s done “plenty of comic book research” in order to gather as much information as he can “as to who this man is.” The star explained that by reading the “Superman” comics, he’ll pick up on the “key characteristics” in order to get “a general idea of what he is, and then working from there.” Cavill also opened up about why it was important to stay true to the iconic character, even with Snyder’s new, modern twist. “Superman is Superman, after all. There’s only so much of a change you can make to that,” he said. As he continues to map out how to play the role, he’s already got his leading lady, Amy Adams, lined up and ready to go. It was confirmed a week ago that Adams, fresh off her Best Supporting Actress Oscar nod for “The Fighter,” would play Superman’s love interest, Lois Lane. Cavill, who revealed he’d met with Adams for a screen test, said he was “looking forward to working with” her, calling his newly announced co-star a “fantastic actress, very talented.” He isn’t the only one who’s excited about having Adams tackle the iconic female role. Snyder called her “one of the most versatile and respected actresses in films today,” while Margot Kidder , the original Lois Lane, gushed, “She’s a brilliant, wonderful actress! She’s incredible. She’s an extraordinarily accomplished young lady — and gorgeous and full of energy and spirit. She’s so different from part to part, it’s going to be really interesting to see what she does with Lois.” Cavill noted that the age difference between he and Adams (he’s 27, she’s 36) was nothing more than happenstance, saying that making the nine-year difference part of the story line would be for Snyder to decide. Cavill said of the age gap: “I don’t think it matters at all.” Regarding those who argue Adams is too old to star opposite Cavill, Kidder said, “Who cares? What a bizarre thing to be concerned about. She certainly doesn’t look older than him.” Do you think Amy Adams will make a good Lois Lane? Sound off below! Check out everything we’ve got on “Superman.” For breaking news and previews of the latest comic book movies — updated around the clock — visit SplashPage.MTV.com . Related Videos WonderCon 2011 Related Photos Meet Henry Cavill, The New Superman Henry Cavill Imagined As The New Superman
