Friday November 20, 2009
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Stephen and Steven might sound like an '80s detective show, but it will actually be a teaming of entertainment titans, with Stephen Steven Spielberg's studio DreamWorks signing on to the previously rumored TV adaptation of Steven Stephen King's latest novel, Under the Dome. Variety calls the project a "limited series," which I assume means a miniseries, although I've always thought that more TV shows should adopt the telenovela format and run for just a few months. No writer, cast or even channel has been attached to Dome, but Showtime seems like a logical destination, given DreamWorks' recent association with the channel (United States of Tara).
Source: Variety
Friday November 20, 2009
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As reported last week, Scream Queens is returning for a second season, with James Gunn being replaced as one of the judges. Now we know not only who's replacing him -- director Tim Sullivan (2001 Maniacs, Driftwood) -- but we find out that judge/hostess Shawnee Smith will also not be returning. In her place will be actress Jamie King (pictured), whose horror resume includes My Bloody Valentine 3D, The Tripper and the upcoming Mother's Day remake. And, as expected, the prize will be a role in Saw VII...in 3-D!
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
Friday November 20, 2009
Katie Featherston and Micah Sloat
in
Paranormal Activity.
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Although there's no official word yet, a couple of sources are indicating that the DVD for the smash hit Paranormal Activity might hit shelves as early as December. MoviesOnline.ca is reporting that the DVD will be released on December 29 -- just in time for...no particular gift-giving occasion. VideoETA, meanwhile, estimates a January release date. Either way, the home video release would come an unusually brief 10 to 15 weeks following the movie's wide release in theaters -- perhaps an attempt to strike while the iron's hot on this faddish film.
Thursday November 19, 2009
Bobbi Sue Luther in
Night of the Demons.
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A rough trailer for the delayed Night of the Demons remake -- now tentatively scheduled for a February release -- has been posted online on several sites...and subsequently removed. See the trailer here now before you miss your chance!
