FIRST LOOK: Set Photos From The Wachowskis' JUPITER ASCENDING

Michael Giacchino To Score JUPITER ASCENDING

ThePlaylist has picked up that Oscar winning composer Michael Giacchino (Up) has been hired to score The Wachowskis' Jupiter Ascending. The sci-fi epic stars Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Sean Bean, Eddie Redmayne, Tuppence Middleton and Douglas Booth. Michael previously worked with the directing siblings on Speed Racer. His other credits include Star Trek, Star Trek Into Darkness, John Carter, Super 8 and Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol. There is speculation that he might end up replacing John Williams as the composer for J.J. Abrams' Star Wars Episode VII.

Tuppence Middleton And Douglas Booth Join Wachowskis' JUPITER ASCENDING

Variety reports another addition to the growing cast of The Wachowskis' (Wachowski Starship) next project the science fiction actioner Jupiter Ascending. They say the up-and-coming British actors Tuppence Middleton (Trance) and Douglas Booth (Noah) have landed roles in the film. The rest of the cast includes Channing Tatum, Mila Kunis and Sean Bean. In the film humans are at the bottom of the evolutionary ladder, the story follows a woman (Kunis) targeted for assassination by the queen of the universe.

Sean Bean Has Starring Role In The Wachowskis' JUPITER ASCENDING

Deadline reports that Sean Bean (Goldeneye, Game of Thrones, Lord of The Rings) will have a starring role as a Han Solo-type alongside Channing Tatum (Haywire, Side Effects) in the sci-fi movie Jupiter Ascending. The film from the Wachowskis (Matrix, Cloud Atlas) also stars Mila Kunis (Black Swan, Oz The Great And Powerful) and Eddie Redmayne (Les Miserables).

Jim Sturgess And Zachary Levi Frontrunners For Star-Lord In GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY

Variety reports that Marvel Studios has two frontrunners for the role of Peter Quill better known as Star-Lord in Guardians of The Galaxy.  They report the two actors are Jim Sturgess who was originally in the group of five actors listed as testing for the lead along with Marvel alum Zachary Levi . Levi recently wrapped production on Thor: The Dark World replacing Joshua Dallas as Fandral The Dashing. An unnamed actor might also test after the holidays.

Zachary had been originally considered for Fandral but had to turn it down because of his series Chuck. Jim recently caught the attention of Marvel by his multiple roles in The Wachowskis' Cloud Atlas. One of them giving the actor a chance to play an action heavy part. At one point he had also been considered for Peter Parker in The Amazing Spider-Man before Andrew Garfield was eventually cast as Parker.

UPDATE: Writer/director James Gunn has tweeted that the casting stories have been mostly false. However, he could be just misdirecting while the hunt for the lead is likely still wide open.

Eddie Redmayne In Talks For Wachowskis' JUPITER ASCENDING

Variety reports that British actor Eddie Redmayne (Les Miserables) is in talks to take a role in The Wachowski's (Matrix, Cloud Atlas) Jupiter Ascending. The sci-fi thriller already has Channing Tatum and Mila Kunis attached to star. Eddie has previously been linked for Peter Quill/Star-Lord in Guardians of The Galaxy and Harry Osborn in The Amazing Spider-Man 2.

In a universe where humans are near the bottom of the evolutionary ladder, a young destitute human woman is targeted for assassination by the Queen of the Universe because her very existence threatens to end the Queen's reign.

Ben Whishaw Wanted For ROBOPOCALYPSE

Variety reports yet another possible addition to the cast of Steven Spielberg's Robopocalypse. As British actor Ben Whishaw is wanted for the role of hacker Lurker. Whishaw is best known for his roles in Perfume and Layer Cake. He'll be seen next in Cloud Atlas and as the new Q in Skyfall. The sci-fi action film already has Chris Hemsworth (Thor, Avengers) in place for the lead and Anne Hathaway (Dark Knight Rises) is being courted for the female role.

Zack Snyder And Ruben Fleischer Candidates For JUSTICE LEAGUE?

ThinkMcflyThink (via CBM) tweeted a couple more names added to Warner Bros' list of possible directors for Justice League. We've previously heard names like Ben Affleck (Gone Baby Gone, The Town, Argo) and The Wachowskis (Cloud Atlas, Matrix 1-3) in the running. However, some uninspired directors such as Brett Ratner (Rush Hour, X3) and McG (Terminator Salvation) are being bunched into in the group. Some other interesting names include studio darling Zack Snyder (Man of Steel, Watchmen, 300) and Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland, Gangster Squad). The latter seemingly becoming a studio favourite in his own right. I feel The Wachowskis, Ruben and Zack have the best shot here. Zack is head of the pack in my opinion. As he was able to pull off Watchmen while the film could have been a total disaster it ended up a solid attempt.

The Wachowskis Wanted For JUSTICE LEAGUE?

According to MovieHole Ben Affleck isn't the only high profiled director Warner Bros. is pursuing to direct Justice League. They name The Wachowskis (Matrix) as possible candidates to make DC's answer to The Avengers. Apparently, the studio loves their experimental film Cloud Atlas and believe the duo have what it takes to make a summer spectacle while developing the characters properly. The Wachowskis are an inspired choice considering The Matrix was a massive ode to anime and manga material. I can only imagine what they could do within the DC Universe and given the time/freedom to make their own vision. I assume that they would end up with creative control and a complete re-casting of the entire hero lineup will happen. Meaning, JL won't have any direct links to the Nolan Batman films, Man of Steel or even Green Lantern.




What do you think of this directing rumor? Is it a mistake or could the Wachowskis use their skills to create the next Avengers?

Set Images From 'CLOUD ATLAS' Features Halle Berry, Hugo Weaving, Keith David And Hugh Grant

Joseph Gordon-Levitt Offered Role In 'JUPITER ASCENDING' Starring Milla Kunis And Channing Tatum

Vulture reports on some story details about The Wachowskis next film Jupiter Ascending. I won't post them (possible spoilers) because they could be completely false or a misdirection but feel free to click on the link to see for yourselves. The science fiction film will star Mila Kunis (Black Swan) and Channing Tatum (Bitter Pill, Magic Mike, Haywire) along with an offering going out to Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Joe is quickly gathering some impressive sci-fi credits with Inception and Looper not to mention a decent sized role in The Dark Knight Rises.

The Matrix creators will have their recently wrapped sci-fi film Cloud Atlas that they co-directed with Tom Tykwer (Run Lola Run) released on December 6th 2012. It stars Halle Berry, Hugo Weaving, Tom Hanks, Hugh Grant Jim Sturgess, Jim Broadbent, Ben Whishaw, Susan Sarandon, James D'Arcy and Keith David.

Mila Kunis And Channing Tatum Wanted For Wachowskis' Jupiter Ascending

Deadline reports that The Wachowskis/Warner Bros. have offered the two leads for Jupiter Ascending to Mila Kunis (Black Swan, Oz The Great And Powerful) and Channing Tatum (Haywire, 21 Jump Street). Channing recently gained some credibility with his comedic turn in 21 Jump Street and the studio might be betting on the fact he had two number one films so far this year. Tatum had been a candidate for The Man From UNCLE before Soderbergh exited and Guy Ritchie came on as a producer. Not too long ago Natalie Portman was wanted for the female lead so it's not surprising to see her Black Swan co-star also in the running.

Production is expected later this year but details about the film are unknown except that is indeed a science fiction project.  It will be interesting to see how close this movie will be compared to The Matrix or Cloud Atlas which the Wachowskis co-directed with Tom Tykwer. We have to assume that the title suggests a space theme but it could just the name of a lead character.

The Wachowskis Want Natalie Portman For Jupiter Ascending

24Frames (via ThePlaylist) reports that The Wachowskis' next project could end up being Jupiter Ascending which was revealed in the fall. They go on to say that Natalie Portman is wanted for the lead. It was originally expected to start production this spring with the potential to become a Matrix type franchise. However, there seems to be concerns that the film could conflict with Thor 2 which is expected to shoot in the fall. I doubt that Thor 2 will be very grueling for her unless Portman ends up with fight scenes that need to be choreographed in pre-production.

Tom Hank Joins Cloud Atlas

Deadline reports that Tom Hanks has officially attached himself to Cloud Atlas. The film based on the book by is being written and co-directed by The Wachowskis and Tom Tykwer(Run Lola Run). Other actors rumored or linked for the film include Halle Berry, James McAvoy, Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving. The production starts in September and with the announcement of Hanks joining more official casting news is expected soon.

RUMOR: Keanu Confirms Two More Matrix Films & Will Smith In Hood?

AICN news is reporting from a source who heard Keanu Reeves speak on the current status of projects from the Wachowskis. He went on to confirm two more Matrix films have treatments written. The directing duo have locked in Will Smith for Hood. Their fututristic take on Robin Hood which Reeves says Warner Bros. bought for $5 Million. Curiously enough there is no mention of their gestating project CN-9. While I'm interested in anything involving the Wachowskis I'm not how of much this is true.


"Says he met the Wachowski's (no emphasis on the word brothers), for lunch over Christmas and stated that they had completed work on a two picture script treatment that would see him return to the world of the Matrix as Neo. Says the brothers have met with Jim Cameron to discuss the pro's and con's of 3D and are looking to deliver something which has never been seen again. Keanu stated that he still has an obligation to the fans to deliver a movie worthy of the title "The Matrix" and he swears this time that the treatment will truly revolutionise the action genre like the first movie. Wachowski's are working on a movie called Cloud Atlas at the moment, once that concludes they will talk again."

"Wachowski's had just sold the most expensive script in history to Warner Brothers. a modern futuristic take on the legend of Robin Hood. Says he understands WB paid $5 million for the rights and that from what the Wachowski's have told him, it will be an action movie that would have the same impact visually and technically that Terminator 2 had. Confirmed that Will Smith has agreed to headline the picture."

UPDATE: This story has been proven as being completely false.

Offers Go Out For Tom Tykwer's Cloud Atlas

The Playlist (via Production Weekly) reports that offers have gone out for Tom Tykwer's (Run Lola Run) Cloud Atlas which is being produced by the Wachowskis (Matrix) and is based on the novel by David Mitchell. The actors include Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, Natalie Portman (previously rumored), James McAvoy and Sir Ian McKellen.