Tag: Max Landis

SDCC 2017: Dirk Gently’s Holistic Interview With Arvind Ethan David!

by The_acz

During this week at Comic-Con, I had the opportunity to talk to Arvind Ethan David, executive producer on BBC’s Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency. We touch on points such as the show’s growing popularity, just what the show means to him, and more! Give it a listen!

If you’re interested in watching it, you can catch the first season of Dirk Getly on Hulu right now! Season 2 will premiere later this year. Check out a preview of Season 2 below!

It’s ALIVE!!! The ‘Victor Frankenstein’ Trailer is Upon Us.

by Bigyanks

The first trailer for 20th Century Fox’s ‘Victor Frankenstein’, starring James McAvoy in the lead role as Victor Frankenstein and Daniel Radcliffe as his protege Igor, is alive! The trailer seems to focus more on the origins of the relationship between Victor Frankenstein and Igor and the lead up to finally being able to resurrect a human body. Regardless, it looks like its going to be a fun movie.

Paul McGuigan (Lucky Number Slevin, Push) directed the film from a script by Max Landis (Chronicle, American Ultra), both whose previous work I enjoyed.

James McAvoy and Daniel Radcliffe star in a dynamic and thrilling twist on a legendary tale. Radical scientist Victor Frankenstein (McAvoy) and his equally brilliant protégé Igor Strausman (Radcliffe) share a noble vision of aiding humanity through their groundbreaking research into immortality. But Victor’s experiments go too far, and his obsession has horrifying consequences. Only Igor can bring his friend back from the brink of madness and save him from his monstrous creation.

Frankenstein comes to life on November 25, 2015.

The Saint Mort Show Episode 120: Brian Soscia

by Saintmort

This is a wrestling packed episode. Brian Soscia is a former indie wrestler (who’s tag team The Legendary Trio of Chick Magnets is being inducted into the Right Coast Pro Hall of Fame. He’s also a DJ on Philadelphia’s Mix 106.1. Matt and Brian discuss indie wrestling, WWE, Wrestlemania, Roman Reigns, giving Daniel Bryan a ride to Ring of Honor, interviewing wrestlers on the radio and dealing with hip-hop producer/rapper’s egos behind the scenes.

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Max Landis Explains Pro Wrestling Like Superman’s Death in ‘Wrestling Isn’t Wrestling’

by Eric Francisco

I’ve been something of an admirer of filmmaker and internet personality Max Landis, though he’d probably hate the very use of the label “internet personality.” The Chronicle screenwriter put the internet on notice a few years ago with his hilarious explanation of the infamous Superman comic, “The Death of Superman” from 1992. Combining low-budget filmmaking with sharp humor and the surprising involvement of noted celebrities, it was something of an internet hit and has found replay life in late-night drinking sessions with some of my bros.

A noted pro wrestling fan, Max Landis has been hard at work giving a particular moment in WWE the same treatment he did for Superman. It’s become a big enough project that, on Twitter, he’s often claimed it as his next motion picture. He even held a screening for it in Los Angeles not too long ago.

And now, it’s online.

It’s a lengthy video — just under 25 minutes — so I’ll have to give my full comments in an edit of this very post later today or tomorrow. But honestly, I don’t even think my two cents are necessary. Giving my thoughts kind of defeat the purpose of what this video is for, I’d just be adding to the noise.

For both pro wrestling fans and people who are into the more obscure, bizarre corners of pop culture examined with a critical eye, this is Christmas come early.

On a personal note, I grew up watching WWE around this particular era Lanids examines, so to say I’m interested is an understatement.

Enjoy your spring break watching this hungover on your bed next to someone you regret. I’ll still be at work.

Daniel Radcliffe In Final Negotiations To Join The Cast Of Fox’s ‘Frankenstein’

by Shawn Madden

It was rumored not too long ago that Daniel Radcliffe was in talks to join the cast of the Max Landis penned and Paul McGuigan remake of Frankenstein. Well, it appears now that the British actor has entered into final negotiations to star as Igor in Fox’s “different take” on Mary Shelley’s classic story. One description of the character stated that we would see the character “pathologically dirty and dressed in old clowns clothing”, while the plot of the film promises to, “put a sci-fi take on this classic story about a creature produced through a scientific experiment.”

 

There is currently no release date set for the film.

 

Source: Variety

Daniel Radcliffe May Be Playing The Lead In Fox’s ‘Frankenstein’

by Shawn Madden

According to The Wrap, Daniel Radcliffe is interested in playing the lead role in Paul McGuigan (Lucky Number Slevin) and Max Landis (Chronicle) take on Frankenstein. So, he’ll be playing Dr. Frankenstein or the monster? Nope, none of the above. Earlier this month at Comikaze Landis revealed that his film’s main character would be Frankenstein’s assistant, Igor.

The movie which is currently in development at 20th Century Fox, will definitely be a very different take on the story that we all know.  The most interesting part about this story? Landis actually said during his panel a few weeks ago:

“Igor is the main character. Hey guys, Igor may be Daniel Radcliff.”

Could this possibly mean that Radcliffe has already been cast but no announcement has been made yet?

Fox Picks Up Superhero Police Drama ‘Vigilant’ From Max Landis & Howard Gordon

by Shawn Madden

This past Saturday during his panel at Comikaze, Max Landis (Chronicle) revealed that he had sold a television show but could not yet reveal the details. Well, the details have been revealed and Fox has picked up Vigilant a superhero police drama that will be penned by Landis and produced by Howard Gordon (Homeland).

The series that revolves around a twenty-year-old woman who takes on the persona of a crime fighting vigilante in order to take down criminals and flush out corruption from within the police department.

Landis tweeted earlier:

It looks like Landis has even more on his plate now than he already did with him currently working on the sequel to Chronicle, the upcoming Frankenstein project as well as penning Space Mountain for Disney. You can check out some details on those projects here. We’ll be sure to keep you updated as more news hits for Vigilant.

Source: THR

 

Max Landis Talks Chronicle Sequel, Frankenstein And Untitled Disney Project

by Shawn Madden

Today at Comikaze Max Landis hosted a panel where he revealed a few details about his upcoming Frankenstein project, a yet unannounced Disney movie and the upcoming sequel to Chronicle. Or should we say sequels?

“Did you guys like Chronicle? Well, Chronicle 2 is going to be even better.”

Landis also, even though doing it on accident, confirmed there are not only plans for a sequel but a third movie. He also revealed that they would be sticking to the found footage for the next movies. Landis stated that he “didn’t really show us anything” meaning that there may be more to the first movie than we originally saw because we only saw what Andrew showed us.

In the sequel we won’t be seeing any new characters with powers and we should possibly expect to have some different opinions on characters from the first film. Andrew’s dad may return but re-writes may see that change.

Landis also spoke about his upcoming Frankenstein project and assures that his Frankenstein is the best work he’s ever written and that it’s “not a monster movie”. He went on to talk about how Igor isn’t actually in the books or movies and how he’s going to include him in the movie because people are already expecting it.

“Instead of making the accurate version. What if I write a version that everyone already thinks exists. And I do the best cool version of it.”

“Igor is the main character. Hey guys, Igor may be Daniel Radcliff.”

Landis also revealed that his untitled project for Disney that he’s working on is Space Mountain. Yup, you read that right. Like the ride. It’s something that Disney has never done before…oh, wait. Let’s just not use Johnny Depp in this one too okay guys?

Paul McGuinan Replacing Shawn Levy As Director Of Fox’s ‘Frankenstein’

by Shawn Madden

Fox has decided to remove Shawn Levy (Real Steel) from the equation of their upcoming Frankenstein. Rather than spend the $80 million budget that Levy wanted Fox has chosen to a pursue a more econmic route and has attached director Paul McGuinan (Lucky Number Slevin, Push) to direct.

“Levy wanted a big-budget version of the classic monster tale, according to sources close to the project, while Fox wants to keep costs on the project down.”

The film is being penned by Max Landis (Chronicle) who may be doing re-writes due to a new director being attached. In which case, I am hoping won’t take too long due to Landis currently working on the sequel to last year’s Chronicle at the moment. The actual content of the reboot is being kept under wraps but it’s being said that the story will be about “friendship and redemption.” Well, that’s definitely not what I was expecting it to be about. There has no announcement as far as when shooting will begin yet. This could definitely be an interesting project to keep an eye on with Landis and McGuinan behind it.

Source: Variety