Movie Talk from Yahoo! Movies

‘Hunger Games’ Star Josh Hutcherson To Go ‘Ape’ For Passion Project

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:50:13 -0400

With a key role in the blockbuster franchise “The Hunger Games,” actor Josh Hutcherson could very easily do nothing (work-wise) in-between the releases of the second, third and fourth films and still maintain a level of popularity in Hollywood for … Continue reading →

Ryan Gosling Booed as Cannes Pans 'Only God Forgives'

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:53:21 -0400

“Only God Forgives” but Cannes audiences don’t. Despite the fact that Ryan Gosling and director Nicholas Winding Refn’s first film together “Drive” received rave reviews and had everyone excited for their second collaboration, “Only God Forgives,” that early good buzz … Continue reading →

Robert Redford Makes Like Mime, Goes Silent for 'All Is Lost'

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:12:08 -0400

At the age of 76, Robert Redford is an actor who still thrives on a creative challenge — and he's been handed a huge one in his latest film "All Is Lost": Redford is the only actor on screen for … Continue reading →

Meet Faora! Zod and His Evil Lady Attack Superman in Action-Packed ‘Man of Steel’ Trailer

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:14:56 -0400

Okay, enough with the dreamy, melancholy Terrence Malick-ish tone and imagery of the previous "Man of Steel" trailers. This is a Superman movie, after all, and Superman came from something called "Action Comics," which means there's going to be plenty … Continue reading →

License to Shill: Unearthed 'Thunderball' James Bond Wristwatch Expected to Fetch $90K

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:29:43 -0400

The Breitling Top Time, worn by Sean Connery in the 1965 James Bond adventure "Thunderball," is going up for sale at Christie's auction house. It's expected to go for about $90,000. More amazing than the expected price is the manner … Continue reading →

Original ‘Hangover’ Baby Back for Part 3

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:16:58 -0400

For the third and final chapter of the record-breaking R-rated “The Hangover” franchise, the original gang has been assembled for one last raucous romp. Zach Galifianakis, Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Ken Jeong, Heather Graham and even baby Tyler (or Carlos, … Continue reading →

5 Reasons Cannes Is Going Way Wrong

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:04:09 -0400

The first sign things weren't going right at the Cannes Film Festival in France this year – a high-dollar jewelry heist. From then on, the annual French Riviera fete that usually oozes glamour, riches, bikinis, and (oh yeah) cinema, has … Continue reading →

‘The Lone Ranger’: New Trailer Delivers Wild Action in the Wild West

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:20:10 -0400

"The Lone Ranger": the summer's biggest thrill, or its biggest headache? The charming character nuances of previous trailers for Disney's Wild West extravaganza are tossed into the ravine in favor of all action, all the time in the latest look … Continue reading →

'World's End' Director Edgar Wright Answers Back on Action and Ice Cream

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:05:18 -0400

Tomorrow morning at 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT we'll be premiering the new U.S. trailer for "The World's End" right here on Yahoo! Movies and to get you ready for it, co-writer/director Edgar Wright has answered questions submitted by fans … Continue reading →

Shia LaBeouf’s Not Really Gettin’ Busy in Upcoming ‘Nymphomaniac’

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:00:23 -0400

So how much Shia LaBeouf are you going to see in Lars Von Trier's upcoming "Nymphomaniac"? Short answer: Less than he said you would, but more than you might want. LaBeouf is one of several major stars who have signed … Continue reading →

Wolverine’s World of Hurt: Baddies Silver Samurai, Viper, Yukio Bring the Pain in New Trailer

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:27:21 -0400

The official trailer for "The Wolverine" has been unleashed in all its berzerker rage. With the new trailer comes enticing looks at some characters that many Marvel fans know and love, including the deadly Viper (who sports a snake-like tongue … Continue reading →

'Star Trek' Writer Admits to 'Gratuitous' Strip Scene … and Bad Spelling

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:12:22 -0400

Women of America – particularly female "Star Trek" fans – Damon Lindelof has something to say to you: There was no practical reason for Alice Eve to appear in her lingerie, and he's sorry for that. Monday night, Damon Lindelof, … Continue reading →

Peter Jackson Back in Middle-earth to Shoot Final ‘Hobbit’ Scenes

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:48:36 -0400

Peter Jackson took to his Facebook page today to announce that he and his “Hobbit” cast and crew are back on set in New Zealand to film the final shots of his three-movie adaptation of J.R. Tolkien’s beloved book. “Back … Continue reading →

‘Transformers’ 4 Beefs Up Cast with Chinese Actress Li Bingbing

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:42:39 -0400

Paramount Pictures announced yet another buzzworthy addition to its “Transformers 4” cast today, Chinese actress Li Bingbing. Cinephiles might recognize Bingbing from her previous work in films like “Resident Evil: Retribution,” “Snow Flower and the Secret Fan,” and alongside Jet … Continue reading →

9/11 Looms Large Over 'Star Trek Into Darkness'

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:19:15 -0400

(Spoiler warning: Major plot points are discussed below.) Any resemblance between "Star Trek Into Darkness" and our post-9/11 world and wars — well, that's not exactly coincidental. "I think it's fairly obvious it's a commentary," says TrekMovie editor-in-chief Anthony Pascale. … Continue reading →

Seth MacFarlane Chooses Sleep Over Hosting Oscars

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:46:03 -0400

Seth MacFarlane was one of the most controversial Oscar hosts of recent memory, and he's decided, perhaps wisely, not to compete with himself on that score. Monday afternoon, Seth MacFarlane posted a message on his Twitter account reading, "Traumatized critics … Continue reading →

First Look: Jennifer Lawrence is Blue All Over as Mystique in 'X-Men: Days of Future Past'

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:47:40 -0400

Jennifer Lawrence has got the blues again, and she's enjoying it more this time around. "X-Men: Days of Future Past" director Bryan Singer took to his Twitter account today to post a pic of Lawrence in costume and make up … Continue reading →

Happy Easter! It's the Latest 'Anchorman 2' Teaser Trailer

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:43:37 -0400

"Jesus. MacArthur. Jay-Z ... the great ones always return." So says the narrator of the new teaser trailer for "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" as four familiar-looking silhouettes approach us, eventually being revealed as Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell), Brian Fantana … Continue reading →

So Fetch! Lindsay Lohan's 'Mean Girls' Co-Star Wears 'Go To Jail Lindsay' T-Shirt

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:06:49 -0400

For the record, Jonathan Bennett, who played stud Aaron Samuels in the 2004 hit comedy "Mean Girls" opposite Lindsay Lohan's Cady Heron character, does not want his former co-star to go to jail. However, the comedic actor tried on a … Continue reading →

‘Star Wars’ News: New Animated Series ‘Rebels’ to Debut in 2014, Jonathan Rhys Meyers Rumored for ‘Episode VII’

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:40:09 -0400

"The Clone Wars" may be over, but "Star Wars" fans can rest easy – they'll be able to get a regular dose of animated Jedi action again starting next year. Disney has announced that a new animated "Star Wars" series, … Continue reading →

Marvel's Phase Three: A Robert Downey Jr.-Less 'Iron Man 4'?

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:05:32 -0400

As "Iron Man 3" continues to rake in the cash (it's surpassed the $1 billion mark worldwide and counting), everyone's abuzz about "Iron Man 4." Such an endeavor would seem like a no-brainer for Marvel, and the studio is completely … Continue reading →

Superman Goes for ‘Deadliest Catch’ Look in ‘Man of Steel’ Behind the Scenes Preview

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:25:55 -0400

How would Superman fare as a member of the crew on "Deadliest Catch"? We'll probably never know, but the new "Behind the Scenes" preview for "Man of Steel," director Zack Snyder's upcoming reboot of the "Superman" saga, promises a newly … Continue reading →

Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch Confirmed As Baddies In ‘Avengers’ Sequel

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:49:32 -0400

Despite the fact that the details of superhero movies are more secretive than the most elite branches of the government these days, Joss Whedon has given ‘Avengers’ fans an early gift by putting an end to the speculation and confirming … Continue reading →

Benedict Cumberbatch and Top Fan Frown on 'Cumberb----es'

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:13:38 -0400

You may be aware that "Star Trek Into Darkness" antihero Benedict Cumberbatch has a growing legion of fans. What you may not know is his devotees are distinctly fragmented between self-respecting Cumberfans and a group that has labeled themselves "Cumberb----es." … Continue reading →

5 Super Stealthy Facts About 'Star Trek' Baddie Benedict Cumberbatch

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:28:25 -0400

He has successfully stolen the spotlight from his ensemble cast mates and blushingly touts his growing fan base of so-called Cumberpeople. With the enormous amount of buzz that has been bestowed upon the star villain in "Star Trek Into Darkness" … Continue reading →

Edgar Wright Answers Your Questions About ‘The World’s End’

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:51:42 -0400

In under a decade, director Edgar Wright has established himself as a major director with a trio of funny, exciting, and visually inventive movies: "Shaun of the Dead," "Hot Fuzz" and "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World." Now he's collaborating with … Continue reading →

'Star Trek' Tech: How Long Before We Really Have Transporters, Tricorders, and Holodecks?

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:24:19 -0400

Burning Question: The new "Star Trek" movie has stirred up an old debate I have with my friends: are transporter beams ever going to be possible or not? — M. Dunne Let's not stop our nerd-out there. Let's go full-on … Continue reading →

Tyrese and Ludacris Get 'Ballsy,' Reveal Deodorant Secret

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:21:17 -0400

During a recent television press day in London for the upcoming action-packed (and then some) "Fast & Furious 6," Tyrese Gibson and Ludacris got, well, pretty ludicrous. Warning: Male anatomy humor ensues... We don't really know whether both men actually … Continue reading →

Cannes Review Roundup: ‘The Bling Ring,’ ‘Young & Beautiful’ and ‘The Past’ Divide Audiences

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:23:19 -0400

Cannes 2013 is well underway as the annual film festival showcases the latest in international cinema against the lush n' gorgeous backdrop of the French countryside. Perhaps the most notoriously elitist of film festivals (by a mile), it's all about … Continue reading →

Indie Pick of the Week: ‘Pieta’ Brings the Pain (Thanks, Ma!)

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:04:30 -0400

Too bad "Pieta" didn't come out last week for Mother's Day. Because South Korean director Kim Ki-duk's film, which won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival, manages to capture the terrible, elemental power of mom like few films … Continue reading →

Golden Globes Tarnished by Shocking Racism Claim

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:59:26 -0400

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the group best known for organizing and presenting the Golden Globes, is being hit with charges of racism after a black journalist has been denied membership in the organization. Samantha Ofole-Prince, a British journalist of … Continue reading →

'Star Trek' Villain Revealed: What's His Secret and Who Almost Played Him (Spoiler!)

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:15:24 -0400

When J.J. Abrams started casting the villain role for "Star Trek Into Darkness," he was looking almost exclusively at actors of Latin descent. Why you ask? Well, Abrams himself admitted early in the film's development that he was thinking seriously … Continue reading →

Real Life Bling Ring Hits Cannes: Red-Carpet Bound Jewels Heisted at Film Fest

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:23:34 -0400

While Sofia Coppola's new movie "The Bling Ring" premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, some real life jewel thieves have been taking advantage of the pricey baubles on display at the prestigious film festival. A selection of jewelry belonging to … Continue reading →

‘Erased’ Star Aaron Eckhart Tells Why Being Punched is Easier than Relating to Teenage Girls

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:56:32 -0400

For a guy with so much riding on his looks, Aaron Eckhart isn't afraid to take a punch to the face. While filming his new international spy thriller, "Erased," Eckhart told us that he took plenty of punches, to the … Continue reading →

Billion-Dollar Burning Question: Is Iron Man Now the Biggest Super Hero Ever?

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:06:39 -0400

Settle a bet for me: Now that "Iron Man 3" has made a $1 billion worldwide, does that make him the most popular comic book hero of all time? _ W. Emmett Sorry, nope. Just because the world currently adores … Continue reading →

Uma Thurman to Play Notorious Anti-Gay Activist in ‘Anita’

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:39:34 -0400

From "Henry & June" and "Dangerous Liaisons" to "Kill Bill" and the upcoming "Nymphomaniac," Uma Thurman is an actress who isn’t afraid to take a risk. For her next project, Thurman will take on one of the most unusual roles … Continue reading →

Oscar-winners Go for Drunken Glory In ‘Last Vegas’ Trailer

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:02:51 -0400

Have you ever wanted to see Oscar-winning A-list thespians Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman, Kevin Kline and Michael Douglas letting their proverbial hair down and getting wild and crazy and drunk? Together? In a movie? Well in now is your … Continue reading →

The Totally ’80s Parents of the ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ Crew

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:51:30 -0400

If you're letting 1982's "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" be your guide to "Star Trek Into Darkness," you may be anticipating some hanky-panky between Dr. Carol Marcus (Alice Eve) and Captain Kirk (Chris Pine). Eve appears in her … Continue reading →

Depp Ex Vanessa Paradis Makes Her Comeback at Cannes

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:41:22 -0400

If Vanessa Paradis is still hurting from her split from long-time love Johnny Depp, it certainly doesn't seem to be showing. The French star was spotted at the 66th annual Cannes Film Festival rehearsing a new song from her album, … Continue reading →

Monster-sized ‘Pacific Rim’ Gets the Best Trailer of the Summer

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:18:48 -0400

Sure, Tony Stark has his pick of mechanized suits of armor, but do any of his stand 250 feet tall? The latest trailer for "Pacific Rim" was unleashed today online, and to call it big would be an understatement. The … Continue reading →