Day: November 10, 2008

MGM action movies to stream for free online

The New York Times reports that MGM will begin to stream complete movies on YouTube. The 84 year old studio will commence the partnership by posting episodes of American Gladiators on YouTube, along with full-length action films, including Bulletproof Monk and The Magnificent Seven, along with clips from popular comedies like Legally Blonde. All programs ….

Legendary director Ridley Scott to attend Film and TV Music Conference

Diane Warren, Ridley Scott and Hans Zimmer will take part in the 2008 Film & TV Music Conference, being held November 13-14 at the Sofitel in Los Angeles, CA. Diane Warren will receive the inaugural Film and TV Music Career Achievement Award, while Hans Zimmer will receive the inaugural Maestro Award – honoring his commitment ….

Captain America to be directed by Wolf Man director

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Joe Johnston (Jurassic Park III, Hidalgo, Jumanji), who’s been busy putting the finishing touches on Universal’s reinvention of The Wolf Man, has been contracted to direct First Avenger: Captain America, for Marvel Studios. The studio is expected to hire a writer for the project shortly. THR says that Johnston first ….