Two more photos from 'The Hunger Games'

Expect these to just keep rolling in, folks. Lionsgate released some more photos from the Gary Ross-directed "The Hunger Games," the anticipated big-screen adventure that will debut in theaters March 23, 2012. Check out the stills above and below.

This time around, we've got Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss with Liam Hemsworth, who plays Gale Hawthorne. The second still features Josh Hutcherson as Peeta Mellark. Again... nothing really exciting to see here. We'll have to wait on some action shots.

In the film, a young girl joins a survival contest in order to save her community in a dystopian future. I don't know anything about these things, but I hear they're quite an enjoyable read. In related news, the sequel has already been announced for Nov. 22, 2013.

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New photos from 'The Hunger Games'

People really do get quite excited for "The Hunger Games," but as someone who has not read the books (too busy watching movies), I'm obviously not qualified to determine whether all the hype is really worth it. I hear the books deliver though, so that's that.

Anyway, two new official stills from the Gary Ross-directed adventure have hit the Web, so I suggest you check them out above and right after the jump. It's Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) and Peeta (Josh Hutcherson). Do they show anything remotely exciting? No.

Well, let me take that back. I'm a big fan of Lawrence's work so far, so I guess seeing her in anything is somewhat exciting to me. Plus, she doesn't look that bad either, wouldn't you agree? "The Hunger Games" startMarch 23, 2012. Enjoy.

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Pretty cool motion poster for 'The Hunger Games'

Things are starting to heat up. Care for a new teaser poster and awesome motion poster for Gary Ross' upcoming "The Hunger Games" movie? Well, here you go; check them out after the jump.

Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth and Elizabeth Banks star in the flick. Lawrence plays Katniss, Josh Hutcherson plays Peeta and Hemsworth steps into the role of Gale.

The flick chronicles a dystopic Capitol which requires its subjugated districts to pay tribute in the form of a teenage boy and girl, forced to participate in an annual fight-to-the-death event.

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Neil Burger to direct 'Uncharted: Drake's Fortune'

David O. Russell was supposed to direct the big-screen adaptation of the popular video game "Uncharted: Drake's Fortune," but after he left, Columbia went on the hunt for a new helmer. Now it looks like they got one: Neil Burger, who's attached to the project.

Burger last directed the fairly entertaining "Limitless" with Bradley Cooper. He will also work on the script for the film. The story follows a modern-day fortune hunter on an exploration for the fabled treasure of El Dorado, leading to the discovery of a forgotten island.

The search turns deadly when Nathan Drake becomes stranded on the island and hunted by mercenaries. Outnumbered and outgunned, Drake and his companions must fight to survive as they begin to unravel the terrible secrets hidden on the Island. (via CS)

Emma Stone offered lead in 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies'

It looks like we’re finally going to see Elizabeth Bennet as a redhead. Emma Stone has been offered the role to star in the adaptation of Seth Grahame-Smith’s outrageously successful novel “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.” 

Stone ("Easy A") seems to fit the part, considering she already has experience with the undead, hanging out alongside Bill Murray and Jesse Eisenberg in “Zombieland.”  She delivered a pretty solid performance in that flick, by the way.

Stone’s work load doesn’t look like it's going to slow down any time soon. According to Movieline, she will be seen in three movies this summer, “Friends with Benefits,” “Crazy, Stupid, Love” and “The Help,” before starring in “The Amazing Spider-Man,” which is set to release in 2012.

Instead of the mildly stubborn, soft spoken Kiera Knightly we saw in Joe Wright's “Pride and Prejudice,” we can look forward to watching Stone dish out round house kicks while wielding automatic weapons. 

Hugh Jackman to star in 'Les Miserables'

Tom Hooper, director of "The King's Speech," is prepping his next film "Les Miserables," and it looks like Hugh Jackman is a hot contender for one of the lead roles. Jackman is currently in talks to play Jean Valjean in the flick based on the Victor Hugo book.

THR says William Nicholson ("Gladiator") penned the script, which follows Valjean, a man who spends time in prison and later becomes the guardian of a young woman. Universal and Working Title are collaborating on the musical adaptation.

Jackman, who recently starred in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," has "Real Steel" coming soon. He should be on board for a "Wolverine" sequel, but that film does not have a fixed schedule yet. Jackman is also doing voice work for the upcoming "Rise of the Guardians."

Alan Arkin to star in Ben Affleck's 'Argo'

Ben Affleck is starting to cast his upcoming film "Argo," and the great Alan Arkin is the first to officially jump on board. Written by Chris Terrio, the film is the adaptation of Joshuah Bearman's Wired magazine article "How the CIA Used a Fake Sci-Fi Flick to Rescue American from Tehran."

The story follows on the 1979 Tehran hostage situation during which the CIA and the Canadian government teamed up to rescue six U.S. diplomats. Variety says Arkin is set to play film producer Lester Siegel. George Clooney and Grant Heslov are producing "Argo."

As for Arkin, his recent credits include "The Private Lives of Pippa Lee," "City Island" and "Get Smart." The "Little Miss Sunshine" star will soon be seen in "The Change-Up" and "The Muppets."

Set photos from 'The Hunger Games'

Yes, filming for "The Hunger Games" has started (who thought they would ever stoo casting), and sure enough, the first set photos have already landed online. We've got a few of them after the jump via Fangirltastic, so check them out and let us know what you think of the sets.

Not too much going on here yet, but that lady there appears to be Elizabeth Banks, who will play Effie Trinket, by the way. Jennifer Lawrence plays Katniss, Josh Hutcherson plays Peeta and Liam Hemsworth steps into the role of Gale. Gary Ross is directing the ambitious project.

"The Hunger Games" chronicles a dystopic Capitol which requires its twelve subjugated districts to pay tribute in the form of a teenage boy and girl, forced to participate in the annual "Hunger Games," a fight-to-the-death live televised event. The film drops March 23, 2012.

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'Hunger Games' movie to be "steamier" than book

Anticipating the end of the global phenomenon that is the "Twilight" franchise, many studios are hoping to tap into the ocean of teenagers yearning for an unconventional love story.

With the stellar success of "The Hunger Games" novels and the buzz that has been generated for the film adaptation slated to hit theaters next year, many are expecting this series to become the next teen sensation. 

It appears now that the filmmakers realize this too, because it is being reported that the love triangle that is largely absent from the first book will be beefed up for the film.

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Lasse Hallström to direct Sparks' 'Safe Haven'

The most recent Nicholas Sparks adaptation Lasse Hallström helmed was "Dear John," but the director wants more of the novelist best known for creating overly dramatic stories. He's currently in talks with Relativity Media to direct the big-screen version of Sparks' "Safe Haven." Dana Stevens penned the script, and according to Deadline, this deal will happen pretty quickly.

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