A new look for Wonder Woman and Eclipse breaks records

I stumbled across numerous news articles today talking about Wonder Woman’s costume change. After 69 years, she’s getting a wardrobe makeover. One half of me says, “What the—?!? How can they change her costume? I mean, that’s her costume!!!” while the other half of me says, “I like it. It’s kind of kickass.” And, you know, since I could play Wonder Woman on the big screen someday (after I lose weight, get into shape, have plastic surgery and take acting lessons) I would much prefer to wear this newer costume than that other much more revealing suit. I don’t know. Usually I’m a traditionalist when it comes to my superheroes, but this time, I’m on the fence. What do you think? Love it or hate it?



So, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse finally hit theaters today, and unbelievably, it broke the all-time opening record set by New Moon by making $30 million in its first three hours. A lot of industry reporters have been saying this would never happen because second sequels “always” under perform their predecessors. All I can say is, wow and holy cow! Congratulations Stephenie Meyer and the Twilight cast and crew. I saw the movie at a midnight opening, and I can honestly say it was better than I expected it to be. Best of the three so far? Maybe. I’ll need a second viewing to decide. Twilight still holds the title as my favorite …right now. Still, I loved it! Go Team Edward!!

Breaking Dawn to be two films

Finally! Summit Entertainment confirmed today that THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN will be released as two separate films with the first of the two slated to be released in theaters Nov. 18, 2011. Bill Condon will direct both films. After a point, did anyone really expect it to be just one film? Okay, so maybe I worried a little, but I'm very glad to hear this officially confirmed.

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, Green Lantern and Eclipse tidbits

A trailer for Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World has been showing. Why am I excited to see this movie? Because it stars Brandon Routh (Superman Returns), of course! Actually, this graphic novel adaptation also features another superhero portrayer, Chris Evans (The Human Torch in Fantastic Four, not to mention the upcoming Captain America). Check out the trailer. I think it looks pretty funny.

Set photos have emerged of Ryan Reynolds in the movement capture costume he’s wearing to film Green Lantern. Is it weird to anybody else that the director is making the costume itself CGI?

Finally, it is now less than 30 days until The Twilight Saga: Eclipse hits theaters. Depending on what theater chain services your area, some will be showing Twilight and New Moon before Eclipse in a triple feature Tuesday, June 29. Man, I wish I had the money to waste and patience to sit through three long movies back to back! Speaking of Eclipse, you can listen to the soundtrack for 24 hours starting at noon today, and in my humble opinion, this soundtrack kicks booty. It is my favorite of the three so far. I can't wait to buy it Tuesday!

Random reactions to news tidbits: Scream 4, Breaking Dawn and Green Lantern

I was happy to hear that Kellan Lutz and Ashley Greene finally signed on for The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn because I was totally convinced one or both of them would be replaced once the details of their negotiations leaked. Still waiting on confirmation on whether Breaking Dawn will be split into two movies. Wonder what the hold up is?

Speaking of Ashley Greene, I read that she is also in talks to take over the lead role in the next trilogy of Scream films. That's kind of cool. Scream is one of my favorite movies. It is my niece's favorite movie, and we've both met Ashley, who was super nice (if a little bit shy) in person. For some reason, it just seems extra special that Ashley would take over the lead in those films, but who knows what will happen? Heroes' Hayden Pantierre is also in talks, according to this article. I really hope the new films are as good as the originals.

I saw some set photos from the production of Green Lantern which is filming in New Orleans. You don't know how bad I want to visit New Orleans right now, just to try to get a glimpse of filming and see Ryan Reynolds in person. I can't wait for this movie!

Smallville: Lots of news today

First of all, is anyone truly surprised by today's official announcement that next season, season 10, will be Smallville's last? Shoot, for the past few seasons, it's been surprising each time it was renewed! So, although I am very sad that I won't have Tom Welling or Clark Kent or The Blur (aka Superman) on my television screen every week after next year, I am happy they gave us fans another year. My gosh, most shows never see 10 seasons! That's downright amazing!

However, some things that have shocked me about today's Smallville anouncements at the CW upfronts? Oh, there was plenty. Starting with Allison Mack leaving the show. Noooooooo! Chloe, you can't go! Why? Sigh. I am grateful that Allison issued a statement thanking the fans and announcing that she will appear in some of next season's episodes to wrap up her character's "destiny." Well, we all know what that means. Poor Chloe is finally gonna die. Yep, we've all seen it coming in recent years. We've all speculated about it. Looks like it will finally happen. And I'm already sad. Poor Chloe. She was the best best friend ever!

Something else that shocked me...well, it shocked me when I watched this season's finale and in the first five minutes, we saw Perry White as the editor of The Daily Planet. We saw the iconic glasses laying on Clark's desk in the newsroom as someone yelled "Look up in the sky!" And then we saw an image of Superman - red, blue suit and all - flying. Of course, it was only a dream, but then Clark opened a present from his mom, and we saw a reflection of the iconic Superman suit in his pupil. I admit it. I squealed! Does this mean what I think it means? Will we -- gasp! -- finally see Tom Welling wear the Superman suit and bring Superman to life on Smallville? What about that written in stone policy of No Tights, No Flight the creators and Welling have sworn by since day one?

Pertaining to that kickass season finale...as a diehard Lois & Clark: The Real Adventures of Superman fan, I couldn't help but pick up on some shout outs in this episode. I mean, Clark's mom made the suit in that 90s show. Martha left Clark the suit in this episode of Smallville, indicating the same. And Teri Hatcher's Lois figured out that Clark was Superman when he put his hand on her shoulder, then kissed her, and the exact same thing appears to have happened in the finale of Smallville.

But I'm stuck on the suit, and so excited if it becomes a centerpiece of season 10.


IGN.com interview...
Q: Now that he's got the gift of the suit, is it a given that he'll be wearing it in episode 1 of season 10?

Welling: I don't know if it's a given. I actually just don't know. I don't know what the storyline is. What we've done in the past is we've been able to tease it, and I think keep it interesting for fans. And I think that they'll be more. We'll see more of the suit this year - I would think we'd have to.

Q: Are you excited, filled with trepidation, or a mixture of both about possibly fully wearing that suit?

Welling: Terrified. Absolutely terrified!

If this interview with Tom Welling is to be believed, I am sooooo excited. I can't wait for Season 10!

Moonlight resurrected on the CW!

The other day the L.A. Times had a report that the CW — jumping even further on the current vampire bandwagon — is going to resurrect one of my favorite TV shows, “Moonlight,” by showing re-runs of it this summer on Thursday nights in “The Vampire Diaries” timeslot before re-runs of VD. Personally, I like “The Vampire Diaries,” but I don’t love “The Vampire Diaries.” I did LOVE “Moonlight” however. When CBS canceled it two years ago — right before “Twilight” and "True Blood" came out and started the whole vampire craze — I was just a tad bit devastated. Thank goodness for “Moonlight” on DVD. Yes, I admit I've already watched my "Moonlight" Season 1 DVDs more times than any gal should admit.

In my opinion, “Moonlight” makes “The Vampire Diaries” look like a snore and obviously some awesome person at the CW remembers how great it was, too. Unfortunately, its star Alex O’Loughlin has moved onto a new TV show for next season (the Hawaii 5-0 remake, of all things) in addition to starring in the new Jennifer Lopez film, “The Back-up Plan,” so fingers crossed, if the ratings convinced The CW to renew the show for a second season (oh, wow, wouldn’t that just be wonderful) I’m not sure my favorite TV vamp would be willing to give the show another shot. Recasting Mick would just be tragic. But here’s to hoping enough new viewers discover the awesomeness that is “Moonlight” and Mick St. James. And here's hoping that the fates align to truly resurrect this show with the original cast intact…

Hey, a girl can dream, can't she?

Source: LA Times

Finally! Official word on "Breaking Dawn"

So, I was partially right in my prediction about who will direct Breaking Dawn. Okay, I’ll take that.

Summit Entertainment today announced that Academy Award winner Bill Condon will direct THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN, based on the fourth novel in author Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight series. Once again, Melissa Rosenberg is writing the script, but the coolest information of all is that Stephenie Meyer has officially been named a producer of the film. She has not been listed as a producer on the other three films, and I take this as her own little stamp to brush aside rumors that she’s been fighting the production of Breaking Dawn all along. If her name is on it as a producer, the woman is going to have considerable say — more so than before — over what happens in production. Yes!

There has been no mention whatsoever on whether the book will be split into one film or two — and in fact, the press release sort of indicates it will only be one film. This could only be a tease to a later announcement about two films, but I don’t know at this point. It seems odd they wouldn’t specify it in the initial release. But the fact that they have FINALLY announced a director is reassuring — and right on track with the expected production schedule. Christian Serratos (Angela) got in a wee bit of trouble by telling fans at a convention last weekend that filming was scheduled to begin in October, so I almost wonder if this release isn’t in reaction to her slip. If so, thank you, Christian! Now that the Eclipse PR is about to roll out en masse, it only makes sense that they make some sort of official announcement about Breaking Dawn. Otherwise, every Eclipse interview with RPatz, KStew and Lautner would contain at least one question about it.

I’m glad Condon will be the director on board for this project. I predicted he’d only direct the second half, but it appears he’ll be directing the whole thing. Awesome. His background in sci-fi and horror should come in handy, and his most recent list of films will bring some cred to the project from naysayers. Again, awesome.