This week's new movie releases - May 13, 2011

The summer season at the movies is supposedly in full swing, but the next two weeks won't see that many huge releases. In fact, only three big films will debut this week and the one after that. On the menu this Friday: Universal's comedy "Bridesmaids" and Sony's 3D action piece "Priest." Let's take a closer look.

BRIDESMAIDS, with Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph and Rose Byrne

In the flick, Wiig plays Annie, who looks to bluff her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals with an oddball group of bridesmaids. Sound funny? Kind of. I have high hopes for this one because I thoroughly respect Wiig's talents and comic timing, and luckily enough, she's also got a writing credit on the film.

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Action-packed trailer for 'Priest' is here

Paul Bettany returns to action in Scott Charles Stewart's upcoming action adventure "Priest," and a first trailer for the upcoming flick has landed online. Check it out below; it packs a punch and looks decent.

Cory Goodman wrote the screenplay for the project, which follows a warrior priest (Paul Bettany) who turns his back on the church to free his kidnapped niece from the hands of some ruthless vampires.

"Priest" is the big-screen adaptation of TokyoPop's comic book of the same title, and it also stars Karl Urban, Maggie Q, Cam Gigandet, Mädchen Amick and Christopher Plummer. Opens May 13, 2011.

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Movie Review: “Legion”

Seen on: January 22, 2010

The players: Director: Scott Stewart, Writers: Peter Schink, Scott Stewart, Cast: Paul Bettany, Lucas Black, Tyrese Gibson, Adrianne Palicki, Charles S. Dutton

Facts of interest: None!

The plot: God is pissed at the humans, so he sends angels to finish them off. The only hope humanity has left is an unborn baby that needs serious protection...

Our thoughts: If you ever wanted to see an angel battle other angels with a ton of machine guns on the big screen, here is your chance. Scott Stewart’s action flick “Legion” is about as ridiculous as a film of this genre can get, but unfortunately, it lacks the fun and fast pace that could’ve actually make it a better movie.

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'True Blood' actor Moyer joins 'Priest'

Lots of "Priest" news lately, as the cast for Scott Stewart's horror adventure is still growing. The latest to join the upcoming Screen Gems project are Stephen Moyer from HBO's "True Blood" and Lily Collins, who appeared on a couple of episodes of the recent "90210" reboot.

Cory Goodman wrote the screenplay for the project, which follows a warrior priest (Paul Bettany) who turns his back on the church to free his kidnapped niece from the hands of some ruthless vampires. Karl Urban will play the head villain, and Maggie Q is on board as a priestess vampire hunter.

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Karl Urban is the bad guy in 'Priest'

Casting for Scott Stewart's upcoming "Priest" is still in progress, and the latest to join the big-screen adaptation of TokyoPop's comic book of the same title is Karl Urban. He will play the movie's main villain.

Cory Goodman wrote the screenplay for the project, which follows a warrior priest (Bettany) who turns his back on the church to free his kidnapped niece from the hands of some ruthless vampires.

The Hollywood Reporter says Urban is set to play Black Hat, leader of the vampires who used to be a priest but now prefers to be considered a god of vampires.

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Poster frenzy with 'All About Steve;' 'Amelia;' 'Legion'

Another week is coming to an end, and it's time for a look at a bunch of recent movie posters that surfaced online during the past couple of days. I've got four for you today, and you can check them out by scrolling down after the jump.

The first one is for Sandra Bullock's upcoming comedy "All About Steve," in which she plays a total weirdo who stalks Bradley Cooper. The film doesn't look as delightful as her recent hit "The Proposal," but it boasts a solid cast. "Steve" heads to theaters Sept. 4, 2009.

Next up we have the new one-sheet for Mira Nair's "Amelia," which chronicles the life of the famous American pilot who became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic by herself. The trailer looks gorgeous, and this poster with lead actress Hilary Swank is not bad either. "Amelia" lands Oct. 23.

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Maggie Q joins cast of 'Priest'

Paul Bettany and Cam Gigandet are in for some company, as Maggie Q has officially joined Scott Stewart's upcoming "Priest," based on TokyoPop's comic book of the same title.

Cory Goodman wrote the screenplay for the project, which follows a warrior priest (Bettany) who turns his back on the church to free his kidnapped niece from the hands of some ruthless vampires.

The Hollywood Reporter says Q will play a priestess vampire hunter. Gigandet plays a sheriff who is part vampire and teams up with the priest to save the girl.

Q's recent credits include "Mission: Impossible III" and "Live Free or Die Hard." "New York, I Love You" and "Rogue's Gallery" are two of her upcoming projects. Finally we get some girl power in this horror western. About time.

Overlong red band trailer for 'Legion' hits

Here's a five-minute red band trailer for Scott Stewart's upcoming fantasy action adventure "Legion," which is set for release Jan. 22, 2010.

In the film, God loses faith in mankind and sends a legion of angels to bring on the Apocalypse. Humanity's only hope lies in a group of strangers trapped in a desert diner and the Archangel Michael (Paul Bettany).

This one gets a big yawn from me. Sure, it looks action-packed, but the story is one failing to grab my attention. Also, some of these special effects just look odd. So much for my opinion.

Dennis Quaid, Kevin Duran, Doug Jones, Kate Walsh, Lucas Black and Tyrese Gibson co-star in "Legion." Check out the loooooong trailer after the jump.

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New movie posters: 'Pandorum;' 'Avatar;' 'Priest'

It's a slow news day today, so I decided to do some movie poster catch-up, and here is what I came up with: three new one-sheets for "Avatar," "Pandorum" and "Priest."

The first poster below is from "Avatar" and shows Zoe Saldana as Neytiri. The film follows a reluctant hero embarks on a journey of redemption, discovery and unexpected love, as he leads a heroic battle to save a civilization.

Next up is a one-sheet of Paul Bettany in Scott Stewart's "Priest," which follows a warrior priest who turns his back on the church to free his kidnapped niece from the hands of some ruthless vampires. The film is based on TokyoPop's comic book.

Finally, check out this final poster for Christian Alvart's sci-fi horror flick "Pandorum." Here's the synopsis: When two men emerge from a deep sleep in the middle of space, they discover that they have no memories of who they are and where they're going.

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Cam Gigandet teams with Paul Bettany for 'Priest'

Cam Gigandet, who played James in "Twilight," is set to join Paul Bettany in Scott Stewart's upcoming "Priest," based on TokyoPop's comic book of the same title.

Cory Goodman wrote the screenplay for the project, which follows a warrior priest (Bettany) who turns his back on the church to free his kidnapped niece from the hands of some ruthless vampires.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Gigandet plays a sheriff who is part vampire and teams up with the priest to save the girl.

Gigandet, whose credits also include "Never Back Down," received a career boost thanks to his "Twilight" role. The actor has a bunch of projects in the works, including "The Roommate" and "Easy A."

As fof Bettany, he recently starred in the disappointing "Inkheart" and "The Secret Life of Bees." Anyone of you guys ever read the comic? Let me know what you think about it!