Jose Padilha & MGM Clash Over ‘Robocop’ Reboot

Jose Padilha & MGM Clash Over 'Robocop' Reboot

Jose Padilha is out making his first major motion picture with MGM’s reboot of Robocop, and according to reports, he is bitter that the studio won’t let him do what he wants with the project.

Production is scheduled to begin shooting in September, but it hasn’t been a walk in the park for Padiha leading up to the first days of shooting. Collider has reported that Hotfix’s Drew McWheeny got his hands on a copy of the script and gave it a negative review. | Full Story

Julianne Moore Is Margaret White In ‘Carrie’ Remake

Julianne Moore Is Margaret White In 'Carrie' Remake

It’s official: MGM has offered actress Julianne Moore the role of Margaret White in  Kim Peirce’s upcoming film Carrie.

For months it has been speculated that the studio was eyeing a few actresses for the role.  Now, according to Deadline Hollywood, Moore has received the script and a pay or play offer.

Margaret White is the hardcore religious mother of Carrie, the lead character who will be played by Chloe Moretz. | Full Story

Jonah Hill And Channing Tatum Land Role On 21 Jump Street

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Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum, MGM and Sony Pictures Entertainment have partnered up to deliver a funny 21 Jump Street remake, which is scheduled to open in theaters on March 16, 2012. The original television program ran for five seasons from 1987 to 1991. The series was based on a young looking undercover police unit who would infiltrate high schools in order to control crime.

The remake is an action-comedy starring the actors Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum. | Full Story