Cast of the violent hero pic Super landing at Comic-Con, along with first look at “Crimson Bolt” costume

Writer/director James Gunn (Slither), along with cast members Rainn Wilson (The Office), Ellen Page (Juno), Nathan Fillion (Firefly), Michael Rooker (Henry Portrait Of A Serial Killer), plus other special guests including producers Ted Hope (Adventureland) and Miranda Bailey (The Squid And The Whale), will be on hand to reveal, for the first time, footage from ….

Magnolia grabs rights to Affleck’s “Lost Year”

Magnolia Pictures announced today that it has acquired worldwide distribution rights to Oscar-nominee Casey Affleck’s directorial debut, I’m Still Here: The Lost Year of Joaquin Phoenix, a striking portrayal of a tumultuous year in the life of internationally acclaimed actor Joaquin Phoenix. With remarkable access, I’m Still Here follows the Oscar-nominee as he announces his ….

Tom Cruise confirmed for another Impossible Mission if Knight and Day performs overseas

Paramount has been quietly putting together a fourth installment of Mission: Impossible, and according to THR, the studio has gotten Tom Cruise to commit to returning as “C.I.A. Agent Ethan Hunt.” According to the report, Paramount vice chairman Rob Moore said Tuesday. “We absolutely are excited about having Tom Cruise star in this movie.” But ….

New Thor image released ahead of Comic-Con preview and director reveals 3D news

ForcesOfGeek posted this new image of the Asgard family, from Kenneth Branagh’s upcoming Thor film, which was originally part of an L.A. Times interview with Branagh and Kevin Feige. During the interview, it was revealed that Thor will indeed be released in 3-D, and while not actually shot in the format, Marvel Studios claims that ….

Watchmen co-creator Dave Gibbons to sign new limited edition Watchmen poster at Comic-Con 2010

Smith Micro Software today announced that they’re bringing Watchmen artist Dave Gibbons to fans at 2010 Comic-Con International in San Diego. The acclaimed co-creator of the Watchmen comic and film will greet fans at booth #5238 for exclusive signings. Plus Comic-Con attendees can enter now via Twitter for the chance to attend an exclusive dinner ….

Disney unveils images from its groundbreaking Tron: Legacy toys and electronics line

Fans will get a first look at the all new TRON: Legacy-inspired toys and electronics at San Diego Comic Con next week, as Disney showcases an interactive TRON booth that will engage fans with an array of merchandise that will launch this fall. The TRON: Legacy line will also include collectibles, apparel and accessories for ….

Seth Green and Matt Senreich signing Robot Chicken Comic-Con exclusive figure

Jazwares and Cartoon Network have announced the availability of the very first figure from the Robot Chicken toy line – the Toys“R”Us Exclusive “Convention Nerd” from Jazwares. Robot Chicken fans can now recreate their favorite Robot Chicken parodies, such as the Nerd’s visit to a sci-fi convention with the 5-inch action figure. Complete with a ….

Werner Herzog and David Lynch collaborate on a psychological thriller – and we have photos

Absurda, Industrial Entertainment and First Look Studios present My Son, My Son What Have Ye Done, the first collaboration between legendary filmmakers David Lynch and Werner Herzog. Academy Award Nominees Michael Shannon, Chloë Sevigny, and Willem Dafoe headline this psychological thriller, written and directed by Herzog, produced by Lynch, and featuring Grace Zabriskie, Udo Kier ….

Indie film producers to get more opportunities and exposure on NBC TV networks

The Independent Film & Television Alliance (IFTA) has reached an agreement with Comcast and NBC Universal to provide enhanced independent programming opportunities on NBCU’s broadcast and cable networks, as well as Comcast’s VOD and online platforms, IFTA’s Jean Prewitt announced. The agreement offers greater consideration for independently produced primetime programming from both IFTA and non-IFTA ….

Lost star and Underworld director to attend panel promoting new Hawaii Five-O TV series at Comic-Con 2010

Executive Producers Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci (Star Trek), along with Peter M. Lenkov (24), Director Len Wiseman (Underworld), and stars Daniel Dae Kim (Lost) and Grace Park (Battlestar Galactica), will attend a panel called The “Aloha, Earth” panel, which will take place on Friday, July 23rd, in room 6BCF from 10:15-11:15AM, where they will ….

Rooftop Films, IndieWire and SnagFilms to celebrate anniversaries with sneak preview indie film screening and party

This Thursday, July 15th, Rooftop Films, IndieWIRE and SnagFilms will celebrate their birthdays with a special sneak preview screening of Aardvark, the debut feature film from noted cinematographer Kitao Sakurai. Aardvark is perhaps the first narrative film to star a man blind since birth. In a role inspired by his own life, Larry Lewis plays ….

30 Days of Night sequel to sneak peek at San Diego Comic-Con 2010

30 Days of Night: Dark Days director and co-screenwriter Ben Ketai (Dusk to Dusk), graphic novel creator and co-writer Steve Niles, along with stars Keile Sanchez (Lost), Diora Baird (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning), Rhys Coiro (Entourage, upcoming Straw Dogs), and Ghosthouse producer J.R. Young, will descend on San Diego Comic-Con 2010 to present ….

Viz Media releases preview shots of its Luffy Mallow and Naruto Comic-Con 2010 exclusives

VIZ Media has released more information on their activities during Comic-Con 2010, including the previously mentioned special appearance by Stan Lee on Saturday for a Ultimo Vol. 2 signing and at the Shonen Jump Panel. In addition, Vampire Knight voice actors Mela Lee (Yuki), Ethan Murray (Kaname) and Vic Mignogna (Zero) will be taking part ….