Jim Jarmusch's next project is...?

It looks like Tilda Swinton and Michael Fassbender could be teaming up with Jim Jarmusch for his next project. At least that's what the respected indie filmmaker said in an interview that appeard at Pitchfork.

He said he is trying to get the project rolling next year, but financing is not entierly complete yet. Mia Wasikowska ("Alice in Wonderland") is also part of the cast. That's all he would reveal about it.

Jarmusch last helmed "The Limits of Control," and "Broken Flowers" and "Coffee & Cigarettes" before that. He also mentioned he's working on a documentary about the Stooges. Read the full interview here.

Production set to start on 'Jane Eyre' next week

Focus Features and BBC Films will kick off production on Cary Fukunaga's ucoming feature "Jane Eyre," based on Charlotte Brontë’s classic novel. Mia Wasikowska ("Alice in Wonderland") and Michael Fassbender ("Inglourious Basterds") will star in the romantic drama. Moira Buffini penned the screenplay, and Jamie Bell, Judi Dench, Holliday Grainger, Sally Hawkins and Tamzin Merchant co-star.

From the press release: In the story, Jane Eyre (Wasikowska), flees Thornfield House, where she works as a governess for wealthy Edward Rochester (Fassbender). The isolated and imposing residence and Mr. Rochester’s coldness have sorely tested the young woman’s resilience, forged years earlier when she was orphaned. As Jane reflects upon her past and recovers her natural curiosity, she will return to Mr. Rochester – and the terrible secret that he is hiding…

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Movie Review: “Alice in Wonderland”

Seen on: March 2, 2010

The players: Director: Tim Burton, Writer: Linda Woolverton, Cast: Mia Wasikowska, Matt Lucas, Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Michael Sheen

Facts of interest: None.

The plot: Tim Burton offers a new take on the classic story about a girl finding her way to a magical land ruled by eccentric characters.

Our thoughts: Alice puts on a big armor and gears up to slay a ruthless dragon in Tim Burton’s new take on “Alice in Wonderland,” and while this 3D version boasts a horde of visually stunning sequences filled with energetic characters, it’s the simplistic story that prevents this one from being crowned a tour de force.

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Johnny Depp as Mad Hatter in 'Alice' photo

As the March 5, 2010 release date of Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland" is approaching, expect more and more of these photos to hit the Web. Disney recently release this still from the upcoming adventure, and as you can see, it's Johnny Depp!

Depp plays the Mad Hatter in Burton's reimagining of a classic tale, and Mia Wasikowska is Alice. The film is a mix of live action and performance capture, and it will be shown in 3D. Anne Hathway, Helena Bonham Carter and Matt Lucas co-star.

Mia Wasikowska to star in 'Restless'

Mia Wasikowska, who will soon be seen as Alice in Tim Burton's upcoming version of "Alice in Wonderland," is almost set to star in "Restless," a drama Gus van Sant will direct from a script by Jason Lew.

"Restless" is a contemporary take on young love, focusing on a boy and a girl who share a preoccupation with mortality, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Bryce Dallas Howard is on board to produce the project.

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Intriguing 'Alice in Wonderland' trailer pops up online

The first teaser trailer for Tim Burton's upcoming "Alice in Wonderland" is now officially online, and I am definitely among those digging it. Yes, I do enjoy Burton's eccentric cinematic style, and yes, I am most definitely looking forward to his version of this classic tale.

The focus of this preview lies on Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter of course, but you do get a perfect look at Mia Wasikowska in the role of Alice. Sure, the visual effects look quite stunning as well.

"Alice" is a mix of live action and performance capture, and the film will hit theaters in 3D March 5, 2010. Anne Hathway, Helena Bonham Carter, Matt Lucas and Crispin Glover co-star, among others.

So, Johnny Depp fans, what do you think about his latest stunt after seeing him going all weirdo again in this teaser? Please do sound off below.

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Fancy more 'Alice in Wonderland' photos? You got it.

I don't know about you, but I'm already eagerly waiting for a teaser trailer for Tim Burton's vision of "Alice in Wonderland," which won't open in theaters until March 5, 2010.

In the meantime, I've stumbled across several set pics and concept art, and just the other day, I found some more pics from the upcoming mix of live action and performance capture.

The pics (from Vanity Fair) were posted on Planeta Disney (via CS), and they offer you a glimpse at Helena Bonham Carter as the Red Queen and Mia Wasikowska as Alice. Oh, and the third one is that famous Johnny Depp shot as the Mad Hatter. I'm sure you've seen it already.

Anne Hathaway, Matt Lucas and Crispin Glover co-star, among others. The film will also be released in 3D.

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Updated look of Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter

Ever since I first heard about Tim Burton's take on "Alice in Wonderland," I've been dying to find out how the film will look like. I mean, you're pretty much always in for a surprise with Burton.

The folks at USA Today just received some concept art from the upcoming film, and you can check out some of it above and below, and more here. Looks quite intriguing indeed!

Last year, I posted an early look of Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter, and that picture was pretty close to the look you can see below. Darn, he looks creepy, doesn't he?

Mia Wasikowska, Anne Hathway, Helena Bonham Carter, Matt Lucas and Crispin Glover co-star in the film, a mix of live action and performance capture. The film will also be released in 3D March 5, 2010.

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Hathaway, Carter join 'Alice in Wonderland'

Anne Hathaway and Helena Bonham Carter have signed on to star in Tim Burton’s new take on Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland,” according to the Hollywood Reporter.

The trade says Hathaway is set to play the White Queen, the kind monarch banished by the Queen of Hearts (Carter), who’s known for yelling “Off with their heads!”

Australian actress Mia Wasikowska is already on board to play Alice, while Johnny Depp stars as the Mad Hatter. Matt Lucas plays Tweedledum and Tweedledee. Also starring is Michael Sheen.

The project, which has started shooting and will be released in 3D in 2010, is described as a mix of live action and performance-capture technology.

Hathaway recently received plenty of critical acclaim for her performance in “Rachel Getting Married.” The actress will next be seen in “Passengers,” followed by Gary Winick’s “Bride Wars.”

Carter, who’s obviously a regular in Burton’s flick, last starred in “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” She will also briefly appear in McG’s “Terminator Salvation.”

Wow, what a great cast they’re getting together for this. My curiosity is rapidly growing.

‘Alice in Wonderland’ set pics pop up online

Infdaily recently got a hold of a bunch of photographs from the set of Tim Burton’s version of Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland.” You can check out a sample above and click here to see all of the shots.

On the pic above you can see Australian actress Mia Wasikowska, who stars as the titular character. Also on board are Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter and Matt Lucas as Tweedledum and Tweedledee.

The Walt Disney-produced project will head into principal photography later this year, with a release in Digital 3-D scheduled for 2010. See more photos here.