Info/casting/pics thread

[green]

Miller was right about a big star coming on board

Wow, this project was already interesting before Jolie.
When are they scheduled to start shooting?

 

[Antonello Blueberry]

Wow, this project was already interesting before Jolie.
When are they scheduled to start shooting?

In May.

 

[green]

Thanks Antonello.

 

[Hunter Rider]

Yes, the second post was posted this morning. (it's morning here in Europe).
Millar already said that there was another BIG star signed for the project he couldn't reveal before they started shooting. I hope they'll keep at least Wes' costume too.

I am in Europe as well Ant i just didn't click on the link,i just read the quote you posted
I see no reason to alter his costume,i mean it isn't outlandish it is just like those stealth armour suits Special forces guys wear only more high tech.

 

[Hunter Rider]

Wow, this project was already interesting before Jolie.
When are they scheduled to start shooting?

Yes it's shaping up great and there is another star to come which i think means the script must be decent,you should check the TPB out

 

[green]

Yes it's shaping up great and there is another star to come which i think means the script must be decent,you should check the TPB out

Have you read it.
Im gonna have to order it, I checked locally and couldnt find it but its definately on the to get list.
Im guessing no Sin City for Jolie now.

 

[Van Petrol]

I'm really looking forward to this.....

 

[DDRSkata]

Just because she's white?
I would have preferred a black Fox, but she fits the part, athletic and sexually charged.

No. It's the attitude. I'm not sure if she can play the attitude right. And I guess we'll see, but I have my doubts. I'm not even sure if Halle Berry could pull it off (in fact, I'm pretty sure she couldn't), even though that's who my mind (obviously) immediately casts after reading it. I think whoever they cast needed to have that attitude Fox has, and I don't think Jolie will be able to pull that off.

 

[Hunter Rider]

http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=5400

Studio Already Planning a Wanted Sequel?
Source: MillarWorld.tv
March 26, 2007


In a reply at MillarWorld.tv about whether Mark Miller has written a Wanted sequel, he denies that but also mentions that Universal Pictures and director Timur Bekmambetov are talking about a second movie:

Cool article. But note: I am NEVER writing a sequel to Wanted. The director has an idea for a sequel based on these characters and ideas and they're already making plans with the studio. But I am absolutely not doing a sequel to the comic-book. I always saw the things as self-contained. It was one guy's journey.

Millar also talked to The Herald about the casting of Angelina Jolie and mentioned that we'll be getting another casting announcement soon:

"I now understand why casting directors are so well-paid. It really is a skill to figure out who can bring a character to life and work together as a team. There are four big names in this picture and Angelina is the third of the four released. There is another big male star (to be) announced inside the next week or two. But the people involved in this are already way, way beyond anything I imagined for the first movie I actually own."

Wanted, starring James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman and Jolie, opens March 28, 2008.

 

[green]

I wish we would get this final casting announcment already.

 

[Hunter Rider]

http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=5451

Bazelevs CG Specialists Working on Wanted
Source: Bazelevs Production
April 5, 2007


Bazelevs Production has revealed that the company is working on Universal Pictures' Wanted, directed by Timur Bekmambetov and starring James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman and Angelina Jolie:

New American project of Timur Bekmambetov with the working title "Wanted" is in progress. For right now the revisualization for the future feature is being made. CG specialists develop "art" and camera moves, objects, characters interaction, shots composing, animation – in a word, it is already seen now how the future feature will look like. This work is being done for Universal Studios.

The adaptation of Mark Miller's graphic novel hits theaters on March 28, 2008.

 

[Hunter Rider]

http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=5454

Wanted to Start Filming in Prague
Source: The Prague Post
April 5, 2007


The Prague Post talked to Stillking Films producer David Minkowski about prepping Universal's Wanted for filming soon:

At the height of filming, both this project and Wanted will employ upward of 1,600 people. Though both films will be primarily studio-based, Wanted will be wandering out into Prague streets for a few shots...

Wanted, however, will be the film to watch. It's the first work of Bekmambetov's since his Night Watch and Day Watch became sensations in Russia (the third film in the trilogy is currently in production), and he'll be using some new toys. Wanted will be the first film to be shot with the brand-new Red One 4k digital camera, something that has cinematographers salivating.

Visit the link above for more on this. Wanted is based on Mark Miller's graphic novel and stars James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman and Angelina Jolie.

 

[Antonello Blueberry]

Mark MillEr? Ahem...

 

[Hunter Rider]

http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=5476

Angelina Jolie is Wanted in Chicago
Source: Chicago Tribune
April 10, 2007


The Chicago Tribune's Redeye says Angelina Jolie was in Chicago for Wanted screen testing:

She flew to the Windy City without Brad Pitt and the family Friday to do screen testing for her new flick "Wanted," according to a set source. The sexy actress is scheduled to shoot most of the scenes for the action movie in Prague within the next few weeks. However, the source said she is expected to film in the Windy City later this summer.

"She'll be filming a lot of action scenes in cars," the source told me. While she was here, Jolie test-drove some Dodge Vipers that will be used for the film. The Chicago Film Office could not be reached for comment on Sunday.

Wanted, directed by Timur Bekmambetov, also stars James McAvoy and Morgan Freeman. It is based on Mark Millar's graphic novel and opens March 28, 2008.

 

[miltonh]

1st pic from the set in Prague:

 

[Hunter Rider]

http://uk.movies.ign.com/articles/786/786187p1.html

Who's Wanted Now?
Rapper-actor joins comic book movie cast.
by Stax



US, May 7, 2007 - Hip-hop artist-turned-actor Common (Smokin' Aces) has joined the cast of Universal's Wanted, based on the Mark Millar graphic novel. The Timur Bekmambetov-directed picture is now filming in Prague.

"I'm about to do this film called Wanted, which is starring Angelina Jolie," Common informed MTVNews.com. "[It's also got] Morgan Freeman and James McAvoy, who was also part of The Last King of Scotland with Forest Whitaker. And man, this movie is very exciting to even be talking about."

Common will play a character called the Gunsmith. "I'm basically this dude that's a master at shooting guns. I'm training this gentleman that's coming in, who really has certain abilities but doesn't know it; I'm training him on how to be what he should be."

- Universal

Common and Alicia Keys in Smokin' Aces.
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The budding thesp advised MTV that he leaves for Prague next week to begin filming. Wanted is slated for release March 28, 2008.

 

[Darth Elektra]

1st pic from the set in Prague:

Cool pic.

 

[xwolverine2]

this movie sounds insanely awesome...... im sold.

 

[slipknotrocks]

This sounds awsome

 

[Hunter Rider]

http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=5651

Kirsten Hager Joins Wanted
Source: Variety
May 9, 2007


Kristen Hager (The CW's "Runaway") has landed a supporting role in Universal's Wanted, reports Variety.

Based on Mark Millar's graphic novel, the story centers on a white-collar worker who discovers he's the son of a supervillain -- then inherits evil powers when his father is killed.

James McAvoy, Angelina Jolie, Morgan Freeman and Common star for helmer Timur Bekmambetov.

Hager's credits include the upcoming I'm Not There and Alien vs. Predator: AVP2.

 

[Darth Elektra]

Wanted Filming Update
Source: Mattsoball May 10, 2007

Scooper 'Mattsoball' sent in this update for the filming of Wanted, directed by Timur Bekmambetov and starring James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman and Angelina Jolie:

Just recieved an email from the building management where I work in Chicago, concerning the filming of Wanted.

"Please forward to all One North Wacker Parkers.

We would like to inform you that this Monday, May 14, from approximately 7 PM until 6 AM on Tuesday, Universal Pictures will be filming scenes for the upcoming feature film "Wanted" in the Downtown area. This will necessitate the full closure of Lower Wacker Drive, between Harrison St. and Michigan Ave. Additionally, they may need to continue filming on the following night, if so, Lower Wacker Drive will be closed again from approximately 7 PM on Tuesday, May 15, until Midnight. There will be limited access to and from the One North Wacker Parking garage.

We are doing this with the full cooperation of the Illinois Film Office, the Chicago Film Office, and the Chicago Police Department."

Wanted is based on Mark Millar's graphic novel series and hits theaters on March 28, 2008.

http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=5652

 

[Steelsheen]

man, this movie sounds like its gonna rock!

 

[Darth Elektra]

Yeah, it does.

 

[Antonello Blueberry]

http://justjared.buzznet.com/2007/05/09/brad-pitt-american-embassy/

Brad, 43, and partner Angelina Jolie, 31, have moved their family to Prague for the filming of her latest action thriller Wanted co-starring Morgan Freeman and James McAvoy.

The A-list couple is reportedly protecting their kids from the movie’s violence. A set source told The Sun, “Angelina is protecting them from seeing her making violence look good. It’s caused a few chuckles. Most of her successful roles have had her waving weapons and getting violent. Staff have been told the kids can’t even see props. And toy guns are a complete no-no.”

 

[Darth Elektra]

lol, cool.