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Rachel Zegler Cast In Hunger Games Prequel
Rachel Zegler has been cast as Lucy Gray Baird in 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes'.The adaptation of Suzanne Collins' novel is set to hit cinemas across the world in November 2023...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 01 June 2022
Keanu Reeves Wants To Make Constantine Sequel
Keanu Reeves has "tried to" make a 'Constantine' sequel.The 55-year-old actor had a great time playing bad boy detective John Constantine in the 2005 comic book film but admitted there has been no interest in...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 December 2021
Francis Lawrence 'Excited' To Direct Hunger Games Prequel
Francis Lawrence is ''really excited'' to be directing the 'Hunger Games' prequel.The 49-year-old filmmaker is returning to the franchise to oversee 'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes' and admits he was thrilled when author Suzanne...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 July 2020
Francis Lawrence Wants A Constantine Sequel
Francis Lawrence wants to make a 'Constantine' sequel.The 49-year-old director helmed the 2005 movie which starred Keanu Reeves as the DC Comics detective John Constantine, and has now revealed that he and 'The Matrix' star...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 July 2020
Francis Lawrence To Direct Hunger Games Prequel
Francis Lawrence is to direct the 'Hunger Games' prequel 'The Ballad of Songbirds And Snakes'.Deadline reports that the 49-year-old filmmaker, who helmed three films in the original series, will return to the franchise for the...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 April 2020
'The Hunger Games' Director And Stars Defend 'Mockingjay Part 2'S' Violence
The final instalment of The Hunger Games franchise, Mockingjay Part 2 is said to be the saga’s most violent film yet, with scenes showing the bombing of young children and a public execution. But director...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 November 2015
Homer's 'Odyssey' Adaptation: 6 Actors Who Would Be Perfect As Odysseus
Homer's Odyssey finally has the epic (pun more definitely intended) directing, writing and producing team it deserves. Fresh from working on The Hunger Games trilogy, Francis Lawrence is set to direct, Peter Craig to write...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 April 2015
'Mockingjay Part 1' Offers Elizabeth Banks A Character Reinvention
As 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1' continues to dominate the American box office and build anticipation to next year's concluding chapter, one member of the ensemble is emerging as a scene-stealer. Elizabeth Banks' character...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 12 December 2014
Cgi Wasn't Used For Philip Seymour Hoffman In Hunger Games
Francis Lawrence thinks using CGI to increase the presence of Philip Seymour Hoffman in 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1' would have been ''catastrophic.''The acclaimed actor passed away in February at the age of...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 November 2014
The Hunger Games Cast Pay Tribute To Philip Seymour Hoffman
'The Hunger Games' cast and crew have paid tribute to Philip Seymour Hoffman. The actor was said to be just seven days away from wrapping filming on the final part of the sci-fi film when...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 03 February 2014
Thanksgiving Box Office: 'Hunger Games' Remains King While 'Frozen' Makes Solid Start
It was a familiar sight at the top of the box office this weekend, with Hunger Games: Catching Fire dominating proceedings at the summit, while Frozen – a newcomer for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend –...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 December 2013
Why Do The Critics Think 'Hunger Games: Catching Fire' Is The Best Film Ever?
If the first Hunger Games movie surprised everyone with its seamless transition from page to screen, The Hunger Games Catching Fire has all but astounded. With 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, Francis Lawrence has taken the...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 18 November 2013
Hunger Games Cast Assembles In Rome As Suzanne Collins Confirms No More Books [Pictures]
As The Hunger Games: Catching Fire premieres across the world, the sequel to the 2012 adaptation of Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games looks set to outperform its predecessor at the box office.They spent how much...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 14 November 2013
The Hunger Games Catches Fire, Leaving Fans Positively Starving For More [Pictures]
It’s difficult to pinpoint where The Hunger Games got it so perfectly right. Could it be the inspired choice of Jennifer Lawrence to become the face of Katniss, or is it simply the sheer popularity...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 13 November 2013
Jennifer Lawrence Disapproves Of Miley Cyrus' Wild Antics
Jennifer Lawrence finds Miley Cyrus' raunchy performances ''disgusting''.The 23-year-old actress is less than impressed with her fellow starlet's controversial antics, including her overly-sexual twerking at the MTV Europe Music Awards on Sunday (10.11.13) before lighting...
By Clive King in Movies / TV / Theatre on 13 November 2013
Jennifer Lawrence's Humour And 'Catching Fire' Trailer Impresses Fans At Comic-con
The Hunger Games Comic-Con 2013 panel was a huge success. Six of the upcoming sequel Catching Fire's actors sat on the panel. These included: Jennifer Lawrence (Katniss Everdeen); Josh Hutcherson (Peeta); Jeffrey Wright (Beetee); Lenny...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 July 2013
A Week In Movies: The Hangover Saga Ends, The Hunger Games Cast Talk Catching Fire And Jennifer Aniston Plays A Stripper
The big global release this week is The Hangover Part III, and the cast has been jetting around the world for premieres in Los Angeles and London, where fans screamed at actors Bradley Cooper, Zach...
By Staff Writer on 24 May 2013
Katniss Is Enemy No.1 In The Hunger Games: Catching Fire [Trailer & Pictures]
Katniss Is Enemy No.1 In Hunger Games: Catching FireThe first full trailer for the Hunger Games sequel Catching Fire has been released, debuting at the MTV Movie awards on Sunday (April 14, 2013). Recent Oscar-winner...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 April 2013
Coen Brothers To Rewrite Angelina Jolie's Unbroken Script
The Coen brothers are rewriting Angelina Jolie's 'Unbroken' script.The iconic filmmakers have signed on to update the draft screenplay of the Hollywood actress' new project, based on Laura Hillenbrand's best-selling novel, 'Unbroken: A World War...
By Bang Showbiz on 26 February 2013
Toby Jones Praises The Hunger Games' New Director
Toby Jones believes 'The Hunger Games' will benefit from a new director.The actor - who plays commentator Claudius Templesmith in the franchise - says that 'Catching Fire' director Francis Lawrence, who replaces Gary Ross, will...
By Bang Showbiz on 27 January 2013
Jennifer Lawrence: Catching Fire And Why She's The Best Woman In Hollywood
There are few ways left to refer to Jennifer Lawrence as awesome in any kind of new or original manner. Everyone loves her; critics, audiences and awards boards alike. Star of both The Hunger Games...
By Lorna Greville in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 January 2013
Hunger Games Director Signs On For Third Film
Francis Lawrence, the man behind the camera for theHunger Games sequel Catching Fire,has signed on the direct the next two films in the series – The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Parts 1 & 2.Lawrence, whose previous...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 November 2012
Francis Lawrence To Direct The Hunger Games: Mockingjay
Francis Lawrence is to direct the final instalments of 'The Hunger Games' movies.The filmmaker - who is already helming the second motion picture in the series, 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' - will carry on...
By Bang Showbiz on 02 November 2012
Lionsgate Seeking New Director For The Hunger Games: Mockingjay?
Lionsgate are seeking a new director for 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay'.The production company are reportedly on the hunt for a different director to spearhead the third instalment of Suzanne Collins' successful book trilogy because of...
By Bang Showbiz on 19 July 2012
Philip Seymour Hoffman Signs Up For Catching Fire
Philip Seymour Hoffman has signed up to appear in 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire'.The 'Capote' star was offered the role of Plutarch Heavensbee in the 'Hunger Games' sequel last month and has now officially accepted...
By Bang Showbiz on 10 July 2012
Jena Malone To Play Catching Fire's Johanna?
Following much speculation on the matter, it has finally been confirmed that Donnie Darko star Jena Malone is likely to play the role of Johanna Mason in Catching Fire, the sequel to The Hunger Games....
By WENN on 04 July 2012
Francis Lawrence Confirmed As The Hunger Games Sequel Director
Francis Lawrence has been confirmed as the director of The Hunger Games sequel Catching Fire.The filmmaker behind I Am Legend and Water for Elephants will replace Gary Ross, who stepped away from the book-to-film franchise...
By WENN on 03 May 2012
Beyonce's Run The World Video Takes Web By Storm
Beyonce premiered her highly anticipated new video for 'Run the World (Girls)' during American Idol last night (18th May 2011). Beyonce's 'Run the World' video has since taken the web by storm, with fans of...
By WENN on 19 May 2011
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