Keanu Reeves Rumored for Akira
Take this for what it's worth, but it looks like Keanu Reeves and Warner Bros. have been discussing the possibility of the former Matrix star leading the massively budgeted (and already controversial) adaptation of Akira. THR reports that no offers have been made, but talks between Reeves and the studio are "going well." [THR/Heat Vision]
Talkback: Is It a Good Idea to Reboot Tarzan?
Cue up Baltimora! According to Deadline, Warner Bros. has commissioned not one, but two scripts for a new Tarzan movie. Up and coming screenwriter Adam Cozad (the new Jack Ryan film) will handle one of the scripts, while Craig Brewer (Hustle & Flow), will work on a different version of the film. All of which begs the question: Does anyone actually want a Tarzan reboot?
Which MTV Movie Awards Best Kiss Nominee Is the Hottest Ever?
The MTV Movie Awards' "Best Kiss" statuette is a prized accolade in anyone's -- well, mostly just Selma Blair's -- trophy room. The Awl recognized the honor's long past with a ranking of 101 Best Kiss nominees. The most dubious inclusion? There are plenty of contenders, but I'll stick with No. 72, Jeremy Irons and Dominique Swain in Lolita. [The Awl]
Poster Premiere: The Gray Lady on Display in Documentary Page One: Inside the New York Times
If you've got a journalism fetish and a soft spot for the Gray Lady (and really, who among us doesn't), then this summer's Page One: Inside the New York Times is a must see -- a chronicle of a year spent inside the NY Times newsroom as stories like the WikiLeaks controversy hit and writers and editors alike confront the changing realities of running a print publication in a digital world. Movieline has your first look at the gorgeous Page One poster, featuring a glimpse of the historic newsroom and glowing blurbs from 11 leading print and online publications.
Catherine Hardwicke to Helm Anti-Chick Lit Adaptation The Bitch Posse
Following the disappointing fantasy dud Red Riding Hood, Catherine Hardwicke will direct an adaptation that's perhaps more in her wheelhouse: the angsty female friendship drama The Bitch Posse. Martha O'Conner's 2006 novel follows three damaged heroines from their senior year of high school into their 30s, divided by a terrible secret that tears them apart. Sex, drugs, cutting -- what three young actresses could take on this material? Get to fantasy casting, Movieliners!
Get Your First Look at Salma Hayek in Puss in Boots
· Dreamworks Animation might be concentrating on getting Kung Fu Panda 2 into theaters this month, but that doesn't mean the studio can't look ahead to its next animation blockbuster. Ahead, find the first glimpse at Salma Hayek's character Kitty Softpaws from Puss in Boots.
Check Out Bella's Massive Wedding Ring in Latest Breaking Dawn Still
Recently debuted on the Breaking Dawn Facebook page (like you don't "like" it, too) comes this brand new OMG-rrific still of Bella, Edward and a little something bright and shiny. "There is something different about Bella in this photo," reads the caption on Facebook. "Can you place your 'ring finger' on it?" Indeed! Click ahead for your latest Twilight sneak peek.
The 9 Most Scathing Critical Responses to Something Borrowed
Summer doesn't officially start for another six weeks, but it arrives at the multiplex this weekend with the release of Thor. While that obvious blockbuster has been on the receiving end of some strong reviews, the same cannot be said for Something Borrowed, the first rom-com of the season. Rocking a 12 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes (and dropping), seeing Borrowed will apparently make you blue. (Nyuck.) Ahead, the 9 most scathing reviews of Something Borrowed.
Talkback: What Screen Moms Would You Send Flowers To This Mother's Day?
Here's a Movieline Public Service Announcement: Sunday is Mother's Day! That means if you're reading this and haven't sent your mother a card or flowers (or preferably both), you're in a little bit of trouble. Thankfully, a rushed call to 1-800-Flowers won't be necessary to honor your favorite movie moms -- you can simply click through to offer any of them a digital bouquet to mark the holiday.
Consider: Melissa Leo Is Writing a Memoir
Oscar winner and do-it-yourself campaign stalwart Melissa Leo is ready to become an author. The Fighter star will write a memoir about her life for Simon & Schuster with eyes on a release in 2013. "Melissa has a moving and gutsy story to tell, with a very happy ending," Simon & Schuster executive editor Priscilla Painton said. Here's hoping Kirk Douglas writes the forward. [USA Today via @ScottFeinberg]
It's George Clooney's 50th Birthday! Sign Movieline's Card Here
No proper Hollywood birthday milestone goes unrecognized at Movieline HQ (just ask M. Night Shyamalan). With this in mind, let's all wish actor, producer, director, Oscar winner and all-around awesome fellow George Clooney a happy 50th by signing our virtual birthday card.
Joel Edgerton Reportedly Cast in Kathryn Bigelow's Osama Bin Laden Movie
Since before Osama bin Laden was killed on Sunday, Kathryn Bigelow and Mark Boal were hoping to land Joel Edgerton to lead their long-planned bin Laden film -- and now it appears they have. 24Frames reports that Edgerton has signed onto the project, bypassing a chance to star in Snow White and the Huntsman in the process. [LAT/24Frames]
Vince Vaughn Will Lay the Favorite, and 5 Other Stories You'll Be Talking About Today
Also in this Friday edition of The Broadsheet: Ryan Gosling re-teams with his Blue Valentine director... The Three Stooges finds its latest cast member in Heaven... Nicolas Cage was cleared of all charges... and more ahead.
Weekend Forecast: This! Is! Summer!
Welcome to a very special edition of Weekend Forecast, the first official box-office preview of the 2011 summer movie season. One the one hand, this weekend's winner will seem fairly obvious at a glance. On the other, its margin of victory -- and the legitimacy of its competition, for that matter -- is up for debate. Let's investigate!
