Josh Brolin signs on for Spike Lees Oldboy

Josh Brolin will have charge role in Spike Lee's Oldboy remake, based on reviews.The remake of Park Chan-wook's 2003 Korean revenge thriller will start filming in March 2011, giving peak Brolin time for you to focus on both Gangster Squad and Labor Previous day then.It's not confirmed whether Christian Bale will have alongside him because the film's villain, although the idea of individuals two going face to face the very first time onscreen hasTFtingling.DreamWorks had initially desired to bag the remake privileges in 2008, with Steven Spielberg behind your camera and can Cruz starring. That might have been an extremely different animal altogether.In Oldboy Brolin will have a personality who's jailed and locked in solitary confinement for unknown reasons, prior to being launched fifteen years later and trying to obtain revenge on his captors.

Mike O'Malley Joins R.I.P.D.

Along with model Marisa MillerSupernatural cop comic book adaptation R. I. P. D. is having an attack of the Ms in its latest casting round as Glee supporting actor Mike O'Malley and Victoria's Secret model Marisa Miller have both signed on for small roles. R. I. P. D. will star Ryan Reynolds as a police officer cut down in the line of duty. But his work isn't finished even though he's passed on: he's assigned to the titular force, a squad of deceased cops who patrol the line between the living and the dead and make sure no spirits are causing chaos. Reynolds' character is also on the hunt for the man who killed him. Jeff Bridges is playing his partner, a long-dead gruff type who has seen it all before. Miller's performance will be linked to his, as she'll be the avatar for his spirit that living people see when he's walking the Earth. Should make for an interesting visual...Kevin Bacon is on board as a villain, while Mary-Louise Parker will be Reynolds and Bridges' boss. Plus there's Stephanie Szostak as Reynolds' widow, who he tries to warn about the murderer he's tracking. O'Malley plays Kurt's father on Glee and is also among the writing staff for the US version of Shameless. On R. I. P. D. , he'll be ghostly character Elliot. Miller, usually to be found gracing the pages of Sports Illustrated and lingerie ads, has cropped up on US TV in the likes of How I Met Your Mother and (of course!) Entourage. This will mark her first movie role. And there's one other chunk of casting to announce, with The Hollywood Reporter bringing word that Blade Runner/Big Trouble in Little China's James Hong (probably best known to younger audiences as the voice of Po's father Mr Ping in Kung Fu Panda is now aboard to play Reynolds' Earthly avatar. Red's Robert Schwentke is kicking off shooting next week.

Jon Stewart Hosting Nirvana Special With Surviving Band Members

Jon Stewart will preside over a two-hour Sirius XM special on Sept. 24 commemorating the 20th anniversary of the release of Nirvana's Nevermind album. Surviving band members Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic will participate in the Q&A, along with Butch Vig, who produced the 1991 album.our editor recommendsDave Grohl Reunites With Krist Novoselic, 'Nevermind' ProducerNirvana's 'Nevermind' Album Cover Removed from FacebookNirvana's 'Nevermind' Reissue to Include Unreleased RecordingsKurt Cobain's 5 Most Unforgettable Moments Sirius president Scott Greenstein said in a statement, "This is our way to honor the artists who, with the release of Nevermind, influenced a generation and marked a change in the course of music history no generation will ever forget." The talk will take place at SiriusXM studios in New York City in front of a select group of the service's listeners. SiriusXM is also launching a dedicated Nirvana station, "Nevermind Radio," on Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. ET. The channel will feature music of the band's entire career, including their three albums, B-sides, rarities and live performances, as well as interviews with celebrities sharing their thoughts on the group and its influence. Nevermind was Nirvana's second studio album and hit No. 1 on Billboard charts in Jan. 1992. The album has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide and includes the tracks "Smells Like Teen Spirit," "Come as You Are," "Breed" and "Lithium." Nirvana lead singer Kurt Cobain committed suicide in April 1994. Related Topics Jon Stewart Dave Grohl Kurt Cobain

Final rites for Fairness rule

GenachowskiThe Fairness Doctrine is officially dead.The FCC regulation, which required that the holders of broadcast licenses present controversial issues in a balanced way, was wiped off the agency's books on Monday as part of a housecleaning of what the commission described as "83 obsolete media-related rules." Although the FCC voted to eliminate the Fairness Doctrine in 1987, it was still on the books, though not enforced. In the years since, the rule has been a flashpoint for conservative talkradio hosts who suggested that it somehow might be reinstated as an effort by liberals way to stifle their voices.FCC chairman Julius Genachowski, who has previously said he opposed the Fairness Doctrine, said the commission's action "will remove an unnecessary distraction.""As I have said, striking this from our books ensures there can be no mistake that what has long been a dead letter remains dead," he said. "The Fairness Doctrine holds the potential to chill free speech and the free flow of ideas and was properly abandoned over two decades ago."The doctrine dated to 1949 and was meant to address concerns over broadcasters' ability to meet public interest obligations. With a limited amount of spectrum available, the concern was that holders of licenses could merely turn their stations into their own mouthpieces, promoting their own points of view while shutting out others. Over the years the FCC refined the doctrine, allowing editorializing as long as alternate views were given opportunity to respond. Also added were rules requiring stations to present issues of community importance. And in an historic 1969 ruling, Red Lion Broadcasting vs. FCC, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the FCC's ability to enforce it.By the 1980s, as cable TV took hold, critics said there was ample media to reflect different opinions. After a review and a district court ruling, the FCC abandoned the reg in a 4-0 vote.Nevertheless, some Democratic lawmakers since then have revived the idea of reinstating the doctrine, citing the state of discourse over the airwaves and concerns that local issues were being overlooked by broadcasters. But any suggestion that it would be reinstated has been met by expressions of alarm from opponents and many conservatives, including Reagan administration veterans who originally pushed for the FCC to abandon it because of its First Amendment implications.The FCC also eliminated the obsolete "broadcast flag" rule and another having to do with cable programming service tier rates. Contact Ted Johnson at ted.johnson@variety.com

Real Average women Won't Film Armstrong's Funeral Will Year Be Postponed?

Average women of Beverly Hillsides The Actual Average women of Beverly Hillsides won't film the funeral recently house husband Russell Remedy, TMZ reviews. Sources near to production tell the website that Bravo is anxious about exceeding expectations too much and it has not made the decision just how much - if any - footage featuring Remedy will reach air. Poll: Should Bravo still air The Actual Average women of Beverly Hillsides? Remedy, the estranged husband of cast member Taylor Remedy, was discovered dead of the apparent suicide Monday. Taylor had declared divorce in This summer after 5 years of marriage as well as their marital issues were talked about on camera within the first season of Real Average women, too as with the growing season 2 premiere episode - that was initially slated to air on Monday, Sept. 5. -- sent like a preview to journalists this month. A resource near to the show informs The Hollywood Reporter that Bravo can also be likely to postpone the growing season 2 premiere a minumum of one week and perhaps longer. However, a repetition for that series refused the report and stated no choices happen to be made concerning the year. Andy Cohen: We are searching at what direction to go with Real Average women of Beverly Hillsides How lengthy do you consider Bravo should delay The Actual Average women of Beverly Hillsides?

Source: Kates Slipping Popularity To Blame For Kate Plus 8 Cancellation

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- A source close to former reality TV dad Jon Gosselin has blamed the cancellation of Kate Plus 8 on a shift in the popularity of Kate Gosselin. Jon was not shocked by the cancellation of the show, the writing was on the wall for a long time, the source told Access Hollywood in a statement on Monday. Her popularity has waned and the public sees that a lot of her doting on the kids on the show was just for the show and outside of that her time is dedicated to her own interests. Jon has made it clear for a while that he didnt want the kids on air so Im sure that he isnt disappointed by this turn of events but he certainly doesnt want anything but good things for Kate, shes the mother of his kids and they support the kids together, the statement from the source concluded. Jon himseld told Radar Online he was very relieved that his ex-wifes reality program, on TLC was canceled, taking his children off the air. I hope they can have more private family moments, Jon told Radar on Monday. I hope that this will bring more privacy to my children and that they can get the proper attention they need for any personal issues they might have in the future. TLC axed Jon from Jon and Kate Plus 8 in September 2009, just months after the couple split in real life. Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved.This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Taylor Lautner's 'Abduction' to Hit Video-On-Demand Only Three Months After Theaters

If you're willing to wait three months for Taylor Lautner's new film, you could see it even cheaper than at many theaters. Lionsgate just announced it will release 'Abduction' on video-on-demand just three months after its theatrical release, and for a mere $6.99. That's a whole lot cheaper than the whopping $30 that some studios have been charging for VOD titles on DirecTV. Theater owners have protested the recent trend of having movies appear on VOD so soon after they debut on the big screen, saying it eats into their box office receipts. Lionsgate will release the film to all VOD providers and via Wal-Mart and Best Buy online. If you want the movie in high definition, the price is a still fairly reasonable $7.99, still cheaper than the current average movie ticket price of $7.97. (As determined by Box Office Mojo.) 'Abduction,' in which Lautner stars as a teen whose realization that he was abducted as a child makes him the center of a deadly manhunt, opens in theaters on September 23. Would you rather see Taylor on the big screen or can you wait three months for VOD? [via TheWrap]

King of Chinatown

King of Chinatown is the story of what it takes to be a professional gamer by following one of the US's most prolific fighting game players, Justin Wong as he rises to fame with the release of Street Fighter 4. Through rare interviews and never before seen access to, until now, off limit locations, go beyond the scene and step into a world of true businessmen and women looking to make gaming a career, rather than a hobby.

Comedian Anthony Jeselnik Ink Development Deal at Comedy Central

Comedian Anthony Jeselnik has inked a development cope with Comedy Central.our editor recommendsCharlie Sheen Roast to Air on Comedy Central Same Evening as Ashton Kutcher's Debut on 'Men' He'll star in and executive create a project he's set to build up and shoot at the begining of 2012. Christie Cruz(Daniel Tosh: Happy Ideas) will join him as as executive producer. STORY: Comedy Central Renews 'Workaholics' "We want to reconcile how one with your a dark world view may also be this type of nice guy," stated the network's mind of original programming and developmentKent Alterman."We figured the easiest method to discover is always to create a show with him." Added Jeselnik, "At this time during my career, I seem like this is actually the best factor that may happen for Comedy Central." STORY: Comedy Central Adds Set of Sketch Series The comedian includes a lengthy history using the network, including looks on Comedy Central's Roast of Jesse Trump, stand-up series Premium Blend and the own comedy Comedy Central half-hour, stand-up special. He's also written for late Evening with Jimmy Fallon, MTV's Movie and Video Music Honours and Comedy Central's Evening of A Lot Of Stars. Jeselnik is repped byMosaic Media Group and WME. Related Subjects Comedy Central

Henry Cavill as Superman in 'Man of Steel' (First Photo)

Warner Bros. has launched the very first photo of Henry Cavill as Superman in Guy of Steel. Within the photo, Cavill, who last starred on Showtime's The Tudors, wears his cape and seems to dodge causing flames. Zack Snyder's undertake the super hero film hits theaters in 2013. Additionally, it stars Can Be as Lois Lane, former CSI star Laurence Fishburne as Daily Planet editor in chief Perry Whitened, and Diane Lane and Kevin Costner as Superman's adoptive parents, Martha and Jonathan Kent. Russell Crowe and Julia Ormond play his birth parents. Michael Shannon plays villain General Zod. His partner in crime is Faora, performed by Antje Traue. Guy of Steel is created by Charles Roven, Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan and Deborah Snyder. The script was compiled by David S. Goyer, from the story by Goyer and Nolan, based on Superman figures produced by Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster and released by Electricity Comics. Thomas Tull and Lloyd Phillips are becoming executive producers. RELATED: 'Man of Steel's' Laurence Fishburne: 5 Items to Know Zack Snyder's Superman Movie 'Man of Steel' Gone to live in June 14, 2013 Hollywood Shares Their Comic-Disadvantage 2011 Encounters Henry Cavill Guy of Steel

'Dark Knight Rises' Batmobiles Debut in Pittsburgh (Video)

Check out the Batmobile Tumblers from the set of The Dark Knight Rises. They were used for filming scenes on the Pittsburgh campus of Carnegie Mellon and other city streets over the weekend. According to Movieweb.com, the tanks are powered by Chevy V8 engines. The prior two movies were filmed in Chicago. Tom Hardy, who plays villain Bane, was also spotted over the weekend filming scenes. See more photos on JustJared.com and Huffington Post. The Christopher Nolan-directed film is due in theaters in the summer of 2012. It also stars Christian Bale, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anne Hathaway, Marion Cotillard and Gary Oldman. The Dark Knight Rises