Smile! New 'Ghost Protocol' clip boasts humor

A new clip from Brad Bird's new "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" adventure has surfaced on the Web, and it features Jeremy Renner and Simon Pegg having quite the humorous discussion about an upcoming mission. Be advised, this one contains witty dialogue.

"Protocol," the latest and probably not the last installment in the series also stars Tom Cruise, who will sort of pass on the torch to Renner. If this flick succeeds at the box office, and I believe it will, Renner could take over in future sequels. Also part of the cast: Paula Patton.

Besides the crazy action and freakingly awesome stunts, one thing I am looking forward to in this flick is the acting. "Protocol" features a strong cast, and the clip above strongly suggests the performances will make this an even more enjoyable experience.

"Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" infiltrates theaters Dec. 21, 2011, and I am ready!

Here's what Hawkeye looks like in 'The Avengers'

The folks at Marvel Studios have unleashed a look at Hawkeye in "The Avengers." Sure, it's only a piece of art, but it gives you a good glimpse at what Jeremy Renner will look like in the upcoming film directed by Joss Whedon. See it in full after the jump.

Renner will be playing Clint Barton, one of many characters leading the anticipated superhero flick, which opens everywhere May 4, 2012. Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo and Samuel L. Jackson co-star.

It's safe to say that "The Avengers" is one of the biggest films of next year. This also means tons of pressure on the filmmakers, who better come up with a superhero film that will deliver the goods. As we've seen recently, not every superhero film is a winner.

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Oscar Isaac joins 'Bourne Legacy'

Even though I will truly miss Matt Damon as Jason Bourne, I am still somewhat intrigued by the upcoming "The Bourne Legacy," and the cast for the thriller is still growing. The latest to join the party: Oscar Isaac, who also starred in "Robin Hood."

Deadline points out Isaac tested for the lead role, but as you may know, that part went to Jeremy Renner, who is awesome, by the way. Isaac will play Number 3, another brainwashed assassin. Apparently, it's a big, important role.

Tony Gilroy will direct "Legacy," which will also star Rachel Weisz and Edward Norton. As for Isaac, his acting credits also include "Body of Lies," "Agora," "Drive," "Sucker Punch" and "The Life Before Her Eyes." Expect to see this guy more often, folks.

'Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol' trailer is here!

The first trailer for Brad Bird's upcoming "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" has just hit the Web, and it looks pretty darn awesome. If this one really works out, it could mark the relaunch of a pretty popular franchise that fans will want to see grow.

Anyway, check out the explosive preview after the jump. Tom Cruise is back in action as Ethan Hunt, and Jeremy Renner plays the guy who would be taking over the series. Tha cast also features Paula Patton, Simon Pegg, Josh Holloway and Ving Rhames.

"Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" will open Dec. 16, 2011. Andre Nemec and Josh Appelbaum wrote the script, but J.J. Abrams contributed ideas as well. Either way, this looks like one hell of an entertaining blockbuster, so count me among those excited about it.

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'Mission: Impossible IV' gets weird new title

It looks like "Mission: Impossible IV" now has its final title (for now at least). At a news conference in Dubai earlier today, Tom Cruise said the sequel will be titled "Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol." Huh?

Sounds quite awkward, I know, but that's what we have to get used to now. AFP reported the news about the fourth film in the franchise. The flick is currently shooting in Dubai, with Moscow to follow soon.

"One of the things that I always wanted with the franchise was for it to not have a number afterwards, because I haven't made sequels of films, and I never really thought of these films as sequels," Cruise said.

Paramount Pictures will release "Ghost Protocol" in theaters December 2011. Brad Bird is directing the film, which also stars Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Josh Holloway, Paula Patton and Ving Rhames.

Josh Holloway boards 'Mission: Impossible 4'

Josh Holloway, dude who played James 'Sawyer' Ford on TV's "Lost," has been cast in Brad Bird's upcoming "Mission: Impossible 4." He joins Jeremy Renner, Tom Cruise and Paula Patton.

Risky Business reports Holloway will play one of the good guys, aka. Cruise's team of experts. Ving Rhames and Simon Pegg co-star as well in the sequel, which will focus on the rise of a young agent.

Andre Nemec and Josh Appelbaum wrote the script, and J.J. Abrams helped out with some ideas as well. Holloway also starred in "Whisper" and "Cold Heart." "Lost" is what he's famous for though...

Exclusive 'The Town' Behind-the-Scenes Look

Ben Affleck's intense heist thriller "The Town" is now playing in theaters, and we have an exclusive behind-the-scenes look to share with you. You can watch the featurette with interviews after the jump.

"The Town" focuses on a criminal (Affleck) who falls in love with the manager (Rebecca Hall) of the bank he recently robbed. Jon Hamm stars as an FBI agent trying to track down the robber and his gang.

Jeremy Renner plays one of Affleck's associates, and Blake Lively is set to play Renner's sister and Affleck's ex. Affleck penned the screenplay with Peter Craig and Aaron Stockhard. Enjoy the video below!

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Movie Review: 'The Town'

Seen on: September 9, 2010

The players: Director: Ben Affleck, Writers: Ben Affleck, Peter Craig, Aaron Stockard, Cast: Ben Affleck, Jeremy Renner, Rebecca Hall, Jon Hamm

Facts of interest: Based on the novel by Chuck Hogan.

The plot: Affleck plays a bank robber who has a big heist to plan and falls for a bank manager he briefly kidnapped during a job.

Our thoughts: Ben Affleck delivers a tour de force with his new heist thriller “The Town”, but he scores not only as an actor, but also as a now established director with a great eye and a feeling for optimal pacing. “The Town” is a dark, beautifully shot film that combines captivating action sequences with flawless acting to offer a character-driven tale cinemagoers should have no trouble enjoying throughout.

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Jennifer Garner boards 'Chemistry'

Jennifer Garner is in negotiations to join Occupant Films' "Better Living Through Chemistry," a drama thriller also starring Jeremy Renner. Geoff Moore and David Posamentier are directing the film.

THR says Renner plays a pharmacist stuck in a lovless marriage whose life changes after he has an affair with a trophy wife (Garner). Things gets weird when they both plot to kill the woman's husband.

Garner recently starred in "Valentine's Day" and "The Invention of Lying." She's got "Butter" and "Arthur" coming soon. Renner can be seen in Ben Affleck's "The Town." He starred in "The Hurt Locker."

Nine new clips from Ben Affleck's 'The Town'

Ben Affleck's "The Town" recently premiered in Toronto to positive reviews, and today I've got nine new clips from the film to share with you. Check them out after the jump, because they're quite intense.

The flick is based on Chuck Hogan's novel "The Prince of Thieves," and Ben Affleck, Jon Hamm, Rebecca Hall, Blake Lively and Jeremy Renner star. You can watch the really awesome trailer for the film here.

"The Town" focuses on a criminal (Affleck) who falls in love with the manager (Rebecca Hall) of the bank he recently robbed. Hamm is on board as an FBI agent trying to track down the robber and his gang.

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