Exclusive Interview: 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' director Edgar Wright and actor Brandon Routh

Edgar Wright, director of "Shaun of the Dead" and "Hot Fuzz," recently stopped by in San Francisco to promote "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World," and the man sat down with me to chat about the film.

Enjoy the uncut interview below. Wright chats about video games, adapting the graphic novels and having a lot of freedom in terms of creating his vision. He was joined by actor Brandon Routh.

"Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" follows a dude names Scott, who falls in love with a chick but realizes he must first defeat her seven evil exes. It sounds cool, and it really is. You can read my review here...

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Exclusive Interview: 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' stars Michael Cera & Anna Kendrick

Edgar Wright's "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" is out in theaters now, and stars Michael Cera and Anna Kendrick stopped by in San Francisco recently to chat about the movie and their experiences shooting it.

Check out our exclusive interview below. Cera ("Youth in Revolt") and Kendrick ("Up in the Air") talk a bit about comics, character, Edgar Wright and working on a big film filled with awesome special effects.

"Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" follows a dude names Scott, who falls in love with a chick but realizes he must first defeat her seven evil exes. It sounds cool, and it really is. You can read my review here...

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Movie Review: "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World"

Seen on: July 26, 2010

The players: Director: Edgar Wright, Writers: Edgar Wright, Michael Bacall, Cast: Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Brandon Routh

Facts of interest: Wright also helmed "Hot Fuzz" and "Shaun of the Dead."

The plot: A guy (Michael Cera) must defeat his new girl's seven evil exes if he wants to date her.

Our thoughts: Edgar Wright’s “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World” is one of the craziest big-screen experiences I’ve ever had, but I say that in a positive way. It’s an insanely cool and wildly entertaining ride that pulls you right into its colorful, wacky world, and it lets you be part of an explosive adventure stuffed with eccentric characters, solid action, decent humor and some awesome visuals. Let’s dive right into the game.

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New poster for 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World'

The cool folks at Empire Online have posted a brand-new poster for Edgar Wright's anticipated action-comedy adventure "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World," due in theaters Aug. 13, 2010. Check it out after the jump.

The poster's got style and looks really cool, just like anything else we've seen of this movie up to this point. I strongly believe it's one of the few films that can kick ass this summer, and I can't wait for the release.

"Scott Pilgrim" centers on a guy (played by Michael Cera) who has to defeat his new girlfriend’s seven ex-boyfriends. Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans and Anna Kendrick co-star.

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International 'Scott Pilgrim vs. The World' trailer!!!

Are you ready for some awesome? Then check out the new international trailer for Edgar Wright's upcoming action-comedy adventure "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World," due in theaters Aug. 13, 2010.

This is a project I've been looking forward to ever since it was announced, and judging by all the images and trailers I have seen, it's in the race to kick some serious ass this summer. At least I hope it will.

this new international trailer delivers the good as well, and if you're not yet hooked to this, I'm sure this one will at least get your attention. Film is based on Bryan Lee O’Malle's graphic novel.

Also, the film centers on a guy (played by Michael Cera) who has to defeat his new girlfriend’s seven ex-boyfriends. Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans and Anna Kendrick co-star.

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Really cool 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' trailer online

Edgar Wright's "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" will hit theaters Aug. 13, 2010, and a first teaser trailer for the big-screen adaptation of Bryan Lee O’Malle's graphic novel has landed online. Check it out after the jump, because it's crazy cool and pretty action-packed as well. The film centers on a guy (played by Michael Cera) who has to defeat his new girlfriend’s seven ex-boyfriends. Sounds like a painful task.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Anna Kendrick, Brandon Routh and Jason Schwartzman co-star. As I mentioned above, the trailer below delivers the goods, and the whole thing looks like a fast-paced, very colorful video game on the big screen. Will Cera deliver yet another one of his automatic performances? Let's hope not. At least his role here asks for more physical action.

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New 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' poster hits

Michael Cera will return to the big screen in Edgar Wright's "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World," and a brand-new poster for the flick has popped up online earlier today. Check it out after the jump, because it looks cool. "Scott" opens Aug. 13, 2010, and it's one of those highly anticipated films of the year. Based on the graphic novel by Bryan Lee O’Malle, the film centers on a guy who has to defeat his new girlfriend’s seven ex-boyfriends. Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Anna Kendrick, Brandon Routh and Jason Schwartzman co-star.

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New 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' photos

Trying to win over someone's heart is a routine for Michael Cera. He attempts it in "Youth in Revolt," which opens this week, and he tries it in Edgar Wright's "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World," which is also slated for release some time this year.

Universal has released two official stills from the upcoming action comedy, and you can see them above and below. Based on the graphic novel by Bryan Lee O’Malle, the film centers on a guy who has to defeat his new girlfriend’s seven ex-boyfriends.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Anna Kendrick, Brandon Routh and Jason Schwartzman co-star. I've never read "Scott," but I hear it's great. Many folks out there are also getting incredibly excited about the flick, and I'm more than happy to join them.

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Daily news dose: Edgar Wright talks his next film; 'The Big Valley' headed to big screen

Here is your dose of film news for July 13, 2009:

• Edgar Wright is currently busy shooting "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World," but the big question is: what will the filmmaker be working on next? Well, according to Empire, Wright will try to make "Baby Driver." He said, "Probably because it’s not an adaptation or anything, or a sequel to anything else. I’d like to just make it in private, basically." Of course, this means his "Ant-Man" flick will be delayed for a while.

• The 1960s TV series "The Big Valley" will be heading to the big screen soon, with Daniel Adams directing his own script. The original series starred Barbara Stanwyck as the matriarch of a wealthy family in 19th-century Stockton, Calif. Adams' directorial credits also include "The Golden Boys" and the upcoming "The Lightkeepers." (Variety)

• Ioan Gruffudd has signed on to star in "Banking on Mr. Toad," a biopic about Kenneth Grahame, former secretary of the Bank of England who later wrote the classic children's book "The Wind in the Willows." Samantha Morton is in talks to play his wife, with Bruce Beresford attached to direct. Gruffudd recently starred in "W." and "Fireflies in the Garden." (Variety)

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Chris Evans, Brandon Routh board 'Scott Pilgrim'

Chris Evans, Brandon Routh, Brie Larson, Mae Whitman, Ellen Wong and Anna Kendrick are the latest to join Edgar Wright’s upcoming action comedy “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World."

Based on the graphic novel by Bryan Lee O’Malle, the film centers on a guy who has to defeat his new girlfriend’s seven ex-boyfriends. Michael Cera will play titular character Scott Pilgrim, while Mary Elizabeth Winstead will take over the role of his love interest.

The Hollywood Reporter has more information about who the new cast members will play:

"Evans plays evil boyfriend No. 2, Lucas Lee, a pro skateboarder-turned-movie star, while Routh plays the third evil boyfriend, Todd Ingram, a rocker with vegan psychic powers. Larson plays Pilgrim's ex-girlfriend, Envy Adams, for whom he still has feelings.

Also joining the pic, which will shoot Toronto, are Mae Whitman as Roxy Richter, the fourth ex, a female who is half-ninja; Ellen Wong as Knives Chau, who Pilgrim is dating when he meets his dream girl; and Anna Kendrick as Pilgrim's sister."

Darn, that's quite the supporting cast. Just last week, Kieran Culkin also joined the project. He will be playing Pilgrim's responsible gay roomate, with whom he shares a bed (Pilgrim, however, is heterosexual).

I never read the garphic novel, so feel free to share what you think about it just below.