'Undying Love' coming to big screen

Warner Bros. has aquired "Undying Love," a comic book series created by Tomm Coker and Daniel Freedman, who will also write the big-screen adaptation, says Heat Vision. Image Comics is the original publisher of the mini-series.

In terms of storyline, "Love" focuses on an ex-soldier who falls in love with a vampire girl. Alas, they can't be together unless he faces the vampire who created her, as well as his army of monsters ruling the Hong Kong underworld.

John Carpenter will direct 'Darkchylde'

Horror master John Carpenter ("Halloween," "The Thing" & "The Fog"), who has "The Ward" coming soon, will direct the big-screen version of "Darkchylde," which is based on Randy Queen's comic series.

ShockTillYouDrop reports Carpenter has signed on to helm the feature version, which follows a teenage girl who involuntarily transforms into the creatures from her nightmares. Carpenter had this to say about it:

"Randy Queen's hijacked angel, Ariel Chylde, is the best young female character since Laurie Strode in Halloween. Bringing Ariel and her dark mysteries to life should be quite an adventure for us all."

As for Carpenter, he last helmed "Ghosts of Mars" in 2001. Before that, he directed "Vampires," and his credits also include "Escape from L.A.," "Christine," "Escape from New York" and "Assault on Precinct 13."

Check out Chris Hemsworth as 'Thor'

Kenneth Branagh's action adventure "Thor" will arrive in theaters May 6, 2011, and the folks at Yahoo!Movies have scored the very first and official look at lead actor Chris Hemsworth in the role of Dr. Donald Blake aka. Thor. Check him out in the still above. No, the hammer is nowhere to be seen.

Hemsworth is Thor, a powerful but arrogant warrior whose reckless actions reignite an ancient war. He 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 forces of Asgard to invade Earth.

Movie Review: "The Losers"

Seen on: April 20, 2010

The players: Director: Sylvain White, Writers: Peter Berg, James Vanderbilt, Cast: Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Zoe Saldana, Chris Evans, Idris Elba, Jason Patric

Facts of interest: Sylvain White also directed "Stomp the Yard."

The plot: After a CIA black ops team is double-crossed by a ruthless official, they set out to seek revenge.

Our thoughts: Sylvain White’s “The Losers” are hitting the big screen this weekend, and believe it or not, it’s actually not a disaster. If you’re walking into this one without the highest expectations, chances are you’ll be leaving your screening both surprised and satisfied. “The Losers” is a completely ridiculous experience, but in a way, that’s exactly what makes it somewhat interesting.

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Peter Sollett to direct Marvel's 'Runaways'

Marvel has another film in the developmental stages right now, and that's a comic adaptation titled "Runaways," which follows a group of teenagers whose parents are supervillains. The kids have powers as well, but they use them to do good in the world. Deadline New York reportd Peter Sollett ("Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist") will direct the film.

New hilarious 'Kick-Ass' clip and teaser poster

I haven't had a chance yet to get to my list of most anticipated films of 2010, but Matthew Vaughn's superhero action comedy will certainly be on it. Check out a new clip and poster right after the jump.

The film follows a boring high school student (played by Aaron Johnson) who attempts to become a real-life superhero named Kick-Ass but runs into several troubles because of his poor physique.

Christopher Mintz-Plasse plays a villain, but Kick-Ass has some help in his battle against crime, including Hit-Girl, played by Chloe Moretz. Also starring is Nicolas Cage, who can be seen in the poster below.

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Summit to develop 'Alibi' comic adaptation

Summit Entertainment has officially boarded the big-screen adaptation of Top Cow's comicbook "Alibi," which Mandeville has picked up the rights to earlier this year. The studio has also found a writer.

John Hlavin will take a stab at the screenplay. He just recently signed to write "Underworld 4" for Screen Gems. His credits include "The Shield" and "Trust Me," and he's also working on Warner's "Gunslinger."

As far as "Alibi" goes, the story follows a socialite whose status serves as a solid alibi for his twin brother, a government assassin. "Alibi" was created by Matt Hawkins, Michael Renegar and Joshua Hale Fialkov.

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Sam Worthington boards 'American Crime'

Sam Worthington is bagging a lot of movie deals out there at the moment, and the latest project he's attached to star in is "The Last Days of American Crime," based on Rick Remender's comicbook.

Variety says the story is set in the near future, when the U.S. government broadcasts a signal that makes it impossible for people to knowingly break the law. Sounds like an interesting sci-fi project.

No word yet on what Worthington's character will be like, but my guess is something goes wrong and he pretty much has to save everybody. Worthington recently starred in "Terminator: Salvation."

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Matthew Vaughn eyeing 'American Jesus'

Matthew Vaughn, director of "Layer Cake" and the upcoming big-screen version of "Kick-Ass," is currently considering an adaptation of Mark Millar and Peter Gross' comic book "American Jesus."

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Vaughn is already in talks with Millar to develop the project. The two have recently been collaborating on "Kick-Ass," based on yet another Millar comic.

In the book, Christ returns to the modern world to engage in a final battle with the Antichrist in order to save the world. The first book is subtitled "Chosen." A second volume, titled "The Resurrection," will be released this fall.

Millar is a wanted man in Hollywood these days. The guy also created the comic book series "Wanted," and he's also currently developing a big-screen version of "War Heroes."

Vaughn's directing credits also include "Stardust." "Kick-Ass," which at this stage looks highly promising, does not have a release date yet. I sure hope we'll get to see this flick asap.

Christopher Mintz-Plasse in 'Kick-Ass' pic

This is one I am looking forward to: Matthew Vaughn's upcoming "Kick-Ass," which is based on the comic book series by Mark Millar.

The folks over at AICN recently posted a brand-new still from the flick, which is currently shooting. Check out one part on the left, and the other right after the jump.

"Kick-Ass" tells the violent story of a boring high school student (played by Aaron Johnson) who attempts to become a real-life superhero named Kick-Ass but runs into several troubles because of his poor physique.

On the left, you can see Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Red Mist, who tries to uncover the real identity of Kick-Ass. To view the full picture, click right here.

Also starring are Nicholas Cage, Lyndsy Fonseca, Chloe Moretz. Watch for "Kick-Ass" in theaters sometimenext year.

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