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Entries in Paul W.S. Anderson (12)

Friday
09Oct2009

The full synopsis for 'Resident Evil: Afterlife'

As you may have heard already, Paul W.S. Anderson's "Resident Evil: Afterlife" is already in production, and Screen Gems today released the full synopsis for the fourth installment in the popular series.

The movie will be shot and released in 3D, and Milla Jovovich, Ali Larter, Spencer Locke, Wentworth Miller, Shawn Roberts, Boris Kodjoe, Kim Coates, Norman Yeung and Kasey Barnfield star.

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Tuesday
29Sep2009

'Resident Evil: Afterlife' starts production

Good news for "Resident Evil" fans! The fourth installment in the popular series has just started production in Toronto. That's right folks, "Resident Evil: Afterlife" is definitely on its way, with a release set for 2010.

Screen Gems and Constantin Film made the announcement today, confirming the movie will be shot and released in 3D. Milla Jovovich, Ali Larter and Spencer Locke are back to reprise their roles.

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Wednesday
02Sep2009

Anderson to develop 3D 'Three Musketeers'

Paul W.S. Anderson, the man who recently brought us "Death Race," is currently developing a 3D version of "The Three Musketeers," this according to Heat Vision.

Anderson wrote the script with Andrew Davies, known for his work on "Bridget Jones's Diary," "Brideshead Revisited" and "The Tailor of Panama." The idea is to create a "Musketeers" flick with lots of character and romance.

The story, of course, is that of d’Artagnan, a young man who teams up with Athos, Porthos and Aramis, three musketeers who live by the motto “All for one and one for all!” Plot details are being kept under wraps for now.

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Wednesday
12Aug2009

Bad idea: 'Death Race' gets a prequel

Paul W.S. Anderson's "Death Race" scored $75 million worldwide, and that's enough for the filmmaker to develop a prequel to the action movie that starred Jason Statham.

According to ShockTillYouDrop, Tony Giglio is set to write the script based on a story by Anderson. Apparently, the film will explore the origins of the deadly race and focus on the driver known as Frankenstein.

David Carradine played Frankenstein in Paul Bartel's original 1975 flick "Death Race 2000." The character also showed up in last year's remake.

In "Race," Statham plays a man framed for his wife's murder and forced to participate in a brutal car race in which drivers must kill each other on the road to victory.

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Wednesday
29Jul2009

Paul W.S. Anderson to direct 'Warded Man'

Paul W. S. Anderson will direct and co-produce the big-screen adaptation of Peter V. Brett's fantasy novel "The Warded Man." Jeremy Bolt will serve as a producer on the project.

The story is set in a future world where humans are permanently attacked by demons. Three people, including the lead character, are the only ones with the potential to save mankind.

"Warded Man" is the first book in a trilogy entitled "The Demon Cycle." The book was published in the U.K. before hitting stores in the U.S., giving Anderson the chance to land the rights early.

Anderson last directed "Death Race." He will also helm the upcoming "Resident Evil" sequel "Resident Evil: Afterlife." On the producing side, Anderson has "Pandorum" opening in September.

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Wednesday
01Jul2009

'Resident Evil 4' to be released in 2010?

Please be advised the following is only a rumor at this point. The folks at ShockTillYouDrop say a studio source claims Sony is planning to release a fourth "Resident Evil" flick by Sept. 17, 2010.

This is obviously unconfirmed at this point. Still, we've been hearing quite a few things about the possibility of "Resident Evil 4," which is also now referred to as "Resident Evil: Afterlife."

It started exactly one year ago, when Paul W.S. Anderson said he would like to make another installment. Last January, news of a completed script started to surface. Back then, rumor had it Anderson would not return to direct.

If you've seen "Resident Evil: Extinction," you obviously know the film already hinted at another sequel. Right not, it's just not sure when it's actually going to happen, and who will be part of it.

So, how do you feel about a potential 2010 date? Should Anderson be back to direct? Share your thoughts below.

Friday
30Jan2009

'Resident Evil 4' script done, film to shoot in Tokyo, Toronto

Last summer, Paul W.S. Anderson talked about the possibility of a fourth "Resident Evil" flick, and believe it or not, the project really seems to be coming together.

According to the folks at Arrow in the Head, Anderson recently completed the script. A second draft is apparently in the works, and castingis expected to begin soon.

The source also revelead Anderson won't return to direct. Futhermore, Patrick Tatopoulos is expected to work on the creature effects, while Michael Lantieri will supervise the visual effects.

Want more? Shooting for "Resident Evil 4" is expected to take place in Tokyo and Toronto, whith Toronto apparently doubling for Alaska (they must mean the outskirts of Toronto, anyway).

Last but not least, a director will be hired as soon as they have Milla Jovovich back for the role of Alice.

Now, please remember this info comes from an anonymous source, and we all know these sources are not necessarily credible. Only time will tell whether all this is true.

For now, are you excited to hear this project is moving along? Or couldn't you care less about "Resident Evil 4"?

Saturday
23Aug2008

Review: "Death Race"

Seen on: August 22, 2008

The players: Director: Paul W.S. Anderson, Writer: Paul W.S. Anderson, Cast: Jason Statham, Joan Allen, Ian McShane, Tyrese Gibson, Natalie Martinez

Facts of interest: Based on 1975's "Death Race 2000."

The plot: A man (Statham) is framed for his wife's murder and forced to participate in a brutal car race in which drivers must kill each other on the road to victory.

Our quick thoughts: For the most part, Paul W.S. Anderson’s “Death Race” offers you exactly what the trailer and TV spots promised: brutal, fast-paced car racing. That’s what you should expect if you plan to see the flick, because that’s all you get for the price of admission. Surprisingly, “Race” is not that bad of a big-screen experience. It’s utterly brainless, sure, but it’s also efficient enough to offer some of you a darn good time.

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Friday
22Aug2008

'Death Race' web reviews

Fans of Jason Statham will likely enjoy Paul W.S. Anderson's new action flick "Death Race," in which the actor plays a prisoner who's forced to participate in a deadly race for freedom. Joan Allen, Ian McShane, Tyrese Gibson and Natalie Martinez co-star. While the nation's top critics didn't really give the flick a warm welciome, let's see what the online film fans have to say about it. (I will post my review later on today)

• Brian Orndorf at Collider: "Visually, 'Death Race' is as hackneyed a film as can be. Performance-wise, it's in REM sleep."

Cinematical's James Rocchi: "Anderson seems to take every chance he can to aim the camera through other elements -- smoke, glass, water, flame, iron bars, dust, and so on -- to capture the focus of the shot, and while that device is hardly a hallmark of greatness, it's lively."

• Josh Tyler at CinemaBlend: "This isn’t a particularly smart movie, but it’s a fun movie, and one that delivers on the car killing mayhem it’s supposed to. Paul W.S. Anderson may have a lot of flaws as a filmmaker, but the man knows cheap thrills, and he delivers them here."

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Saturday
16Aug2008

Five new 'Death Race' clips hit!

On Aug. 22, 2008, Jason Statham returns to the big screen in Paul W.S. Anderson's action flick "Death Race," which follows a prison inmate who's forced to compete in a deadly race set up by a ruhtless warden. Joan Allen, Ian McShane, Tyrese Gibson and Natalie Martinez co-star. Enjoy five brand-new clips from the movie below.

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