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Rumor Patrol: Wes Craven Will Direct 'Scream IV'
Filed under: Horror », Casting », RumorMonger », The Weinstein Co. », Remakes and Sequels »
If you were one of the people who thought that another Scream movie was a bad idea (and who could blame you after the train wreck that was Scream 3), there might be a ray of hope...but I have to stress might. Over at Cinema Blend, their 'reliable source' is telling them that the man himself, Wes Craven, will return to direct the latest installment in the horror franchise. It had been reported that Craven would be involved in some capacity with the film back when the project was first green lit, but you have to wonder what might have convinced him to get behind the camera. Maybe it was all down to nostalgia and he wanted to get together with the old gang, or maybe it was Kevin Williamson's spec script. One thing is for sure, the big empty spot in his schedule since finishing 25/8 probably wouldn't hurt either. (By the way, 25/8 was just re-named My Soul to Take.)
Back in July, there were hints that the film was going to be a complete reboot, but once we found out that Neve Campbell and the Arquette-Coxes would be returning, a straight remake seemed unlikely. So this all sounds like any Scream fan's dream come true, right? You've got the original director, screenwriter, and cast all involved. Well, not so fast, because according to Cinema Blend's sources (and Erik's prediction), the original cast will only be appearing in cameos, and that they will be handing the reigns over to a new group of teens/cannon fodder -- and by handing over the reigns, I mean horribly murdered before the opening credits have rolled.
Do you think there's hope for Scream IV if Craven does direct, and would you be disappointed if the original cast didn't stick around? Sound off in the comments...
Arquette and Cox Joining 'Scream' Sequel
Filed under: Horror », Casting », Fandom », Newsstand »
Oh, good, as long as they have the most important cast members on board, I'm sure a new Scream sequel will become essential viewing. (Not!) Yup, Dewey and Gale, the cop and the reporter. David Arquette claims that he and Courtney Cox are definitely on board for Scream 4, according to Marc Malkin of E! Online.
Arquette is excited for personal reasons: "I fell in love with my wife on Scream, so the opportunity to bring [Dewey] back to life and for my wife to play that really bitchy character again, it's just going to be really fun," he said. Kevin Williamson is writing the script with all his characters, even though Neve Campbell has so far refused the idea of playing Sidney Prescott. Of course, everyone wants Wes Craven to return to the director's chair.
Arquettes Joining the "New" Version of 'Scream'?
Filed under: Comedy », Horror », Casting », RumorMonger », Remakes and Sequels »
I know that Hollywood isn't really a stickler for the words they use, but how can something be a "reboot" if you not only include the same characters, but also the same actors (from a decade before) in those roles? In January, I alerted you all to the fact that the new Scream reboot was still a go, and that Jamie Kennedy might reprise his role. Now it looks like many of the Woodsboro biggies could be coming back.Entertainment Weekly has posted that Kevin Williamson -- who wrote the first two Screams, stayed away from the third, and is writing the fourth/reboot/whatever -- has asked Courteney Cox Arquette and David Arquette to return, affirming earlier rumors. If this becomes a reality, and Courteney isn't too busy with Cougar Town, that means that Randy, Dewey, and Gayle are back for more blood.
David and Courteney Arquette Photos
LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 03: David Arquette (L) and Courteney Cox (R) attend the Chris Cornell concert at The Wiltern on May 3, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Noel Vasquez/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Arquette;Courteney Cox
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Actors David Arquette and Courteney Cox Arquette attend the RIAA and Feeding America Inauguration Charity Ball at Ibiza on January 20, 2009 in Washington, D.C.
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Actors David Arquette and Courteney Cox Arquette attend the RIAA and Feeding America Inauguration Charity Ball at Ibiza on January 20, 2009 in Washington, D.C.
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Actress Courteney Cox and husband David Arquette arrive at the Art of Elysium
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Actor david Arquette and actress Courteney Cox Arquette attend the Art of Elysium 2nd Annual Heaven Gala held at Vibiana on January 10, 2009 in Los Angeles, California.
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 10: Actress Courteney Cox (L) and husband actor David Arquette attend the Art of Elysium's 2nd annual black tie gala at Vibiana on January 10, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Courteney Cox;David Arquette
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 10: (L-R) Actors Courteney Cox Arquette, Patricia Arquette, David Arquette, and Rosanna Arquette attend The Art Of Elysium's 2nd annual Heaven Gala held at Vibiana on January 10, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Courteney Cox Arquette;Patricia Arquette;David Arquette;Rosanna Arquette
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Just to make things more confusing, IMDb actually has a plot summary stating that this reboot/sequel/I-don't-know will be set 10 years after Scream 3. So I guess Randy made a whole slew of videos and his sister will keep popping up to share with the latest group of serial-killer fighters? How many times can he explain the rules? How many killer relatives can one Sidney Prescott really have?
Scream was already the trilogy that started off beautifully and ended with the worst whimper. If they really want this to succeed, they best give us some real news on the plot to whet our appetites, rather than tap into our "what in the hell are they smoking?" reaction pool.
A One-Sheet Most Foul for 'Hamlet 2'
Filed under: Comedy », Sundance », Focus Features », Movie Marketing », Posters »
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While I'm still not convinced that North American audiences are ready for the strange genius that is Steve Coogan, at least they will get the chance to have a little taste. The first poster for Andy Fleming's comedy Hamlet 2 has arrived in our inbox (see to the right, and click to enlarge). So in case anyone was confused, the poster (and R-rated trailer) makes it clear that this movie is going to be packed to the brim with poop jokes.Coogan stars as a hapless drama teacher in danger of losing his job. In an attempt to drum up some interest in his drama class, he writes the sequel to Hamlet. Now, as any good English student knows, everyone dies at the end of Hamlet (oops, 400-year- old spoiler alert), so where can you go from there? It turns out you make a politically incorrect musical with numbers like Rock Me, Sexy Jesus.
Joining Coogan in the cast are Catherine Keener, David Arquette, and Amy Poehler. With comedy talent like that, how can you go wrong? A cut of the film screened at Sundance back in January, and earned the film the highest bidding price since Little Miss Sunshine. But unlike Sunshine, something tells me Hamlet 2 won't be grabbing an Oscar nod.
Hamlet 2 is scheduled for wide release on August 28th.
Arquette, Lillard, and Jones Join 'Ye Old Times'
Filed under: Comedy », Casting »
In May, the battle of the Renaissance Fairs was set. Jack Black signed to play tutor-of-love Professor Shockworthy in Ye Olde Times, the story of "two rival fairs vying for ownership of all things Middle Ages." I've already been imagining Black donning some fishnets, and channeling some Transsylvanian sauciness and professorly exposition, while wondering how Tim Robbins, Will Arnett, Cary Elwes, and John C. Reilly fit in the mix. (Although Elwes is the only one of this group listed on IMDb.) Now The Hollywood Reporter has posted that David Arquette, Matthew Lillard, and Orlando Jones are the latest names to join the cast.Fittingly typecast, Arquette and Lillard will play actors in a medieval troupe who work with a cheesy Renaissance Fair. This should be old hat for David when the pic gears up -- he's currently filming Hamlet 2, a comedy about a drama teacher trying to save his department by developing a sequel to Hamlet with his kids. Jones, meanwhile, is part of a rival troupe "committed to only serious productions of real Shakespeare." I wouldn't be surprised if Elwes is also one of the other serious Shakespearian actors. That part's all clear, but then things get vague as Justin Chatwin (War of the Worlds) is so specifically "the romantic male lead." Again, there's no actresses listed with this production yet, so I'm forced to believe we're going to get some sexy man-lovin'. Or, maybe they'll go the old-school theater route and have men play the female roles as well. That could make things interesting. Unfortunately, there's no word on when this project will begin production.
The Tripper to Find Wide Release
Filed under: Horror », Distribution »
What could be more safe than heading out to a weekend concert and planning to indulge in drugs, sex and other debaucherous activities? In reality, you might end up with something like Woodstock '99, a grim reality of drunken jerks, fire and several accounts of rape. However, in the fictional world where serial killers run rampant across the globe and never seem to die, things can get much more interesting. Indulging in drugs and sex are big horror movie no-no's, and are a sure sign of imminent death.Such is the case for David Arquette's The Tripper, which Cinematical has been following for a while. Now, according to Horror-Movies.ca, the flick is set for release on June 20, in over 500 theaters -- that is, if they don't forget to send the film. Ah, Mr. Arquette ... you can't help but like him and his oafishness! As far as horror movies go, this could be a great breakthrough, if he follows the formula of the first Scream -- creepy anxiety mixed with giggles. Tripper has the basics, as well as a Ronald Regan-obsessed killer. Will the young hippies defeat him through the power of Alzheimer's? Or maybe Jason Mewes is only secretly high, and will defeat the killer with trickery? Or maybe Paul Reubens will ... okay, I won't go there.
Arquette takes a scary trip
Filed under: Horror », DIY/Filmmaking », Newsstand »
Dude, this one is so totally bunk. While some view a Woodstock-type setting
as the perfect place to bathe in mud and consume as many different drugs as possible, David Arquette sees it as the perfect spot for a balls-to-the-wall
horror flick. The Scream alum has been tapped to make his directorial debut with The Tripper, off a
script written by Arquette and Joe Harris.
Pic surrounds a group of friends who travel to a modern-day Woodstock-ish concert, only to be stalked by some sicko who's out to finish what he started years earlier. Damn, talk about a serious buzz kill. Arquette and his lovely wife, Courtney Cox, are both said to be making cameos alongside a cast that includes Jamie King, Thomas Jane, Jason Mewes, Lukas Haas, Paul Reubens and Balthazar Getty.
With shooting set to take place this month, I'm wondering how a post-rehab Jason Mewes is going to handle this type of drug-induced environment. Oh, and since Woodstock is known for its blatant naked drum circles, which Pee Wee Herman do you think will show up?
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