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Marvel's next adventure is now shooting

This weekend, Marvel's "Thor" was in the news because actor Stuart Townsend left the project because of creative differences, and today Marvel announced that principal photography for the Kenneth Branagh-directed flick has started!

From Marvel: "The epic adventure "Thor" spans the Marvel Universe from present day Earth to the realm of Asgard. At the center of the story is The Mighty Thor, a powerful but arrogant warrior whose reckless actions reignite an ancient war.

"Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is cast down to Earth and forced to live among humans as punishment. Once here, Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero when the most dangerous villain of his world sends the darkest forces of Asgard to invade Earth."

Mark Protosevich, Ashley Miller, Zack Stentz and Don Payne wrote the script, and the film will open May 6, 2011 via Paramount Pictures. Kevin Feige produces "Thor," and Stan Lee co-executive produces. Now we can eagerly await first set pics!

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Friday

30Oct2009

It's official: Anthony Hopkins joins 'Thor'

Friday, October 30, 2009 at 9:30PM | By

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This is a good piece of news: Anthony Hopkins is now officially part of Kenneth Branagh's upcoming Marvel Studios adaptation "Thor." He joins Natalie Portman, Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston.

Variety says Hopkins plays Odin, father of Thor (Chris Hemsworth) and Loki (Tom Hiddleston). Portman will play Jane Foster, who became Thor's first love. Mark Protosevich and Zack Stentz wrote the script.

The film follows partially disabled medical student Dr. Donald Blake, who discovers his alter ego, the Norse warrior Thor. "Thor" is slated for release May 20, 2011.

The awesome Anthony Hopkins will soon be see in "The Wolfman." He recently wrapped Woody Allen's "You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger." Good news!

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Tuesday

15Sep2009

Set photos and videos from 'Red Dawn' remake

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at 7:42PM | By

Dan Bradley's remake of "Red Dawn" is currently in production, and the first set photos and videos from the set have popped up online. Check out some of the material below. Ready for some boom boom?

Written by Carl Ellsworth, the new "Red Dawn," a group of teenagers form an alliance to defend their town after Chinese and Russian soliders invade their town.

Josh Hutcherson, Isabel Lucas, Connor Cruise, Chris Hemsworth, Josh Peck, Adrianne Palicki and Edwin Hodge star in the remake. Also, Jeffrey Dean Morgan is in talks to play the leader of a U.S. Special Forces team.

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Monday

13Jul2009

Alert: Natalie Portman cast in 'Thor'!

Monday, July 13, 2009 at 11:19AM | By

The lovely Natalie Portman is set to play the female lead in Kenneth Branagh's upcoming big-screen adaptation of “Thor" for Marvel Comics.

The Hollywood Reporter says Portman will play Jane Foster, who became Thor's first love. Apparently, her character will get a makeover of some sorts for this project.

In the film, Thor, a powerful warrior, reignites a devestating war, causing him to be sent to Earth to live among humans. Shortly after, a ruthless villain names Loki plans to invade the planet.

Chris Hemsworth is set to play Thor, with Tom Hiddleston on-board as Loki. Mark Protosevich wrote the script for the film, set to open May 20, 2011.

Portman ("V for Vendetta") will soon be seen in "Borthers." She also recently joined David Gordon Green's "Your Highness."

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Tuesday

10Mar2009

Five more book Goddard's 'Cabin in the Woods'

Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 10:08PM | By

Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, Anna Hutchison, Fran Kranz and Jesse Williams are joining Drew Goddard's upcoming horror film "The Cabin in the Woods."

Details about the plot and characters are strictly kept under wraps. Joss Whedon wrote the script.

Richard Jenkins and Bradley Whitford are also on board of the film, which is already shooting and set for release Feb. 5, 2010.

Goddard will be making his directorial debut. His writing credits include "Cloverfield" and "Lost."

Connolly recently starred in "Revolutionary Road" and "Confessions of a Shopaholic." As for Hemsworth, he'll be next seen in "Star Trek."

Hutchison's credits include "Power Rangers Jungle Fury" and "Underbelly," while Kranz can be seen on "Dollhouse." Jesse Williams appeared in "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2."

Source: The Hollywood Reporter