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Entries in Vin Diesel (19)

Wednesday
26Aug2009

Ericson Core to direct 'Return of Xander Cage'

DateWednesday, August 26, 2009 at 10:55AM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

Ericson Core and Vin Diesel

The new "xXx" flick has found its director! Ericson Core is set to direct that totally unnecessary action sequel "XXX: The Return of Xander Cage," which Columbia is developing with Vin Diesel set to return as the lead character. Neal H. Moritz is producing.

Core's recent directing gigs include 2006's sports drama "Invincible" with Mark Wahlberg. Rob Cohen, who helmed the first "xXx," was attached to return as well, but he recently dropped out to direct "Medieval" instead.

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Saturday
09May2009

Vin Diesel to play lead in Paramount's 'Wheelman'

DateSaturday, May 9, 2009 at 10:31PM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

Vin Diesel won't be slowing down anytime soon. The star of "Fast & Furious" is set to star in Paramount Pictures' upcoming big-screen adaptation of Ubisoft's "The Wheelman," a videogame that already features the actor as its main character. Variety says John Singleton, who also helmed "2 Fast 2 Furious" and "Four Brothers," will direct a screenplay by Oliver Butcher and Stephen Cornwell. Rich Wilkes wrote the original script.

Diesel is playing a talented driver who kisses retirement good-bye to protect a woman from his past. His return to the "Fast & Furious" franchise proved to be quite lucrative, because the fourth installment in the series has already collected $150.9 million domestically. I've never played "Wheelman" and don't know if the game's plot is worth it, but Diesel is certainly the right guy to play this role. Okay, Jason Statham would probably perfect too.

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Friday
03Apr2009

Movie Review: “Fast & Furious”

DateFriday, April 3, 2009 at 4:15PM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

Seen on: April 3, 2009

The players: Director: Justin Lin, Writer: Chris Morgan, Cast: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, John Ortiz, Gal Gadot

Facts of interest: Lin also directed "The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift."

The plot: Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) reteam to infiltrate the operations of a ruthless drug lord.

Our quick thoughts: Vin Diesel and Paul Walker re-team on the big screen in Justin Lin’s “Fast & Furious,” and while this fourth installment in the popular series is not exactly as much fun as the first film, it certainly does deliver a handful of vibrant, over-the-top sequences that will undoubtedly entertain die-hard fans and admirers of pimped rides.

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Friday
03Apr2009

'Fast & Furious' web reviews

DateFriday, April 3, 2009 at 6:01AM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster re-team in Justin Lin's latest "Fast & Furious" sequel, in which lead characters Dominic Toretto and Brian O'Conner infiltrate the operation of a ruthless heroin importer. Here's what the Web's critics have to say:

• Ron Henriques at LatinoReview: "That's really what this franchise is all about, visual thrills. Whether it be fast cars or girls making out, if that's your pleasure 'Fast & Furious' certainly delivers."

• RopeOfSilicon's Brad Brevet: "This film is in no way a masterpiece, but it sure was a lot of fun."

• Joblo's JimmyO: "If you are a fan, I think there is absolutely some good fun to be had. Don’t expect to care too much about the plot or anything else for that matter."

• Josh Tyler at Cinema Blend: "I’d rather spend a night in the slammer than sit through this again."

• Collider's Matt Goldberg: "But even for us laypeople who just like fast cars and big wrecks (without the grim reminders of car accident deaths), the film doesn't offer much."

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Monday
30Mar2009

This week's new movie releases - April 3, 2009

DateMonday, March 30, 2009 at 10:25PM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

This week, we're only looking at two wide releases: Greg Mottola's comedy "Adventureland" with Jesse Eisenberg, Ryan Reynolds, Kristen Stewart and Bill Hader, and Justin Lin's "Fast & Furious," starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster:

FAST & FURIOUS

Synopsis: When a crime brings them back to L.A., fugitive ex-con Dom Toretto reignites his feud with agent Brian O'Conner. But as they are forced to confront a shared enemy, Dom and Brian must give in to an uncertain new trust if they hope to outmanuever him. And from convoy heists to precision tunnel crawls across international lines, two men will find the best way to get revenge: push the limits of what's possible behind the wheel.

First thoughts: I enjoyed "The Fast and the Furious," but I wasn't at all impressed by "2 Fast 2 Furious." I haven't even seen "Tokyo Drift." Anyway, the return of the original cast does souns appealing, and I am really interested to see whether Walker and Diesel can steer this franchise back into the right direction.

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Thursday
12Mar2009

Two new 'Fast & Furious' TV spots now online

DateThursday, March 12, 2009 at 5:53PM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

Two brand-new television spots for Justin Lin's upcoming "Fast & Furious" surfaced online today, and you can check them out after the jump.

As you can see, these spots feature a bit of new footage as well. When a crime brings them back to L.A., fugitive ex-con Dom Toretto (Diesel) reignites his feud with agent Brian O'Conner (Walker).

But as they are forced to confront a shared enemy, Dom and Brian must give in to an uncertain new trust if they hope to outmanuever him.

And from convoy heists to precision tunnel crawls across international lines, two men will find the best way to get revenge: push the limits of what's possible behind the wheel.

Fasten your seat belts, folks. "Fast & Furious" will roll into theaters April 3, 2009.

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Wednesday
14Jan2009

Explosive new 'Fast & Furious' trailer hits!

DateWednesday, January 14, 2009 at 10:09PM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

Tough guys, chases, explosions, pimped cars and a screaming Michelle Rodriguez... that's what you get in the new trailer for "Fast & Furious."

Vin Diesel and Paul Walker return as Dominic Toretto and Brian O'Conner, who team up to infiltrate the operation of a ruthless heroin importer.

As you can see in the preview after the jump, they both seem to be in great shape. I'm not particularly a fan of the sequels to the first flick, but what I've seen of this one so far looks rather cool.

Yeah, I admit it: this trailer kicks butt. "Fast & Furious" is directed by Justin Lin, and Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster and Sung Kang are also back in action.

Look for the film in theaters everywhere April 3, 2009.

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Monday
17Nov2008

Ferris, Brancato to write third 'xXx'?

DateMonday, November 17, 2008 at 8:51AM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

By now we all know Vin Diesel and Rob Cohen will return for a third "xXx," but the latest we've learned is that "Terminator Salvation" screenwriters Michael Ferris and John D. Brancato may write the screenplay for the sequel.

According to Variety, the writers recently pitched their idea for "xXx: The Return of Xander Cage" to Columbia. The studio has been trying to fast-track the project ever since it was officially announced two months ago.

Besides "Salvation," Ferris and Brancato also teamed up for Jonathan Mostow's "Surrogates," which is currently filming. They also collaborated on films such as "Primeval," "Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines" and "Catwoman."

Cohen directed Diesel in the first film of the series in 2002, which pulled in $106.2 million domestically. They both refused to return for the 2005 sequel, which starred Ice Cube and totally crashed at the box office.

So, are you excited this project is moving along? Or do you think Xander Cage has no business blowing things up on the big screen? Post your opinions below.

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Wednesday
29Oct2008

Third ‘xXx’ movie to open in 2010?

DateWednesday, October 29, 2008 at 7:16AM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

While the return of Rob Cohen and Vin Diesel for a third “xXx” flick is not exactly news, here’s something that should excite die-hard fans of the franchise: the third film is planned for a 2010 release.

That’s right, Xander Cage may return to the big screen very soon. According to Collider, director Rob Cohen said he’s trying to get the project together for a 2009 shoot, with a release in the summer of 2010.

That is, if everything were to go according to plan, of course.

The new sequel is entitled “xXx: The Return of Xander Cage,” but plot details are unknown at this stage.

Cohen directed Diesel in the first film of the series in 2002, pulling in $106.2 million domestically. But they both refused to return for the 2005 sequel, which starred Ice Cube and totally crashed at the box office.

What do you think about this? Excited about this early return of Diesel? Sound off below. 

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Monday
15Sep2008

Diesel, Cohen to return for ‘XXX’ sequel

DateMonday, September 15, 2008 at 6:30AM | By AuthorFranck Tabouring

Although “xXx: State of the Union” was a major disaster, Columbia Pictures thinks it’s time to make another “xXx” sequel and bring back Vin Diesel, according to Variety.

Yes, you read right. A third film about the extreme sports athlete recruited by the government is in early developmental stages, with Diesel and director Rob Cohen back in the game.

Cohen directed Diesel in the first film of the series in 2002, pulling in $106.2 million domestically. But they both refused to return for the 2005 sequel, which starred Ice Cube and totally crashed at the box office.

Although the third flick has no script yet, the working title is “xXx: The Return of Xander Cage.” Plot details are unknown at this point.

Cohen most recently directed “The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor.” Diesel is currently onscreen in “Babylon A.D.” He will next be seen in Justin Lin’s “Fast & Furious.”

While I pretty much enjoyed the silliness of the first “xXx,” I’m not so sure this is such a great idea. I personally think Diesel agreed to return as Xander Cage because he desperately needs a hit. Oh well, we’ll see how it turns out.

What do you think? Should Xander Cage really return? Or couldn’t you care less? Sound off below.

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