The Forever War book cover detail

Ridley Scott, who’s adapting Joe Haldeman’s sci-fi war epic The Forever War, told reporters in Britain that James Cameron’s Avatar is inspiring him to shoot War in 3-D, according to SlashFilm.

“I’m filming a book by Joe Haldeman called Forever War,” said the director. “I’ve got a good writer doing it........ »

Scene from the comic adaptation Kick-Ass

Director Matthew Vaughn and writer Mark Millar, who collaborated on the upcoming comic adaptation Kick-Ass, are in talks to reteam for another Millar-created comicbook adaptation, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Vaughn is considering American Jesus for his next directing vehicle, which would be produced by Vaughn and his Marv Films partner....... »

Fox 2000 has cast their Greek gods for the fantasy adventure Percy Jackson.
Uma Thurman, Pierce Brosnan and Sean Bean have signed on to play Medusa, Chiron and Zeus, respectively, according to Variety. Kevin McKidd and Melina Kanakerides are also joining the cast of the Chris Columbus-directed film.

Fox still needs to fill the roles of Aries,....... »

UK poster detail for Star Trek

Empire has the first glimpse of the UK version of the movie poster for J.J. Abrams’ upcoming Star Trek, which really amps up the epic nature of the film. Showing action from the film is a really nice touch.

CLICK HERE to see the entire poster at the site.

Marian Zapico as Anna Williams in Tekken

Casting director Kelly Wagner told Sci-Fi Wire that she looked for actors who could actually mix it up, as well as act, for the upcoming movie adaptation of the video game Tekken.

“One of the most frustrating things is when you’re watching a movie, and it’s so obvious that your....... »