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Directed by: Christopher Nolan Written by: Jonathan Nolan, Christopher Nolan, David S. Goyer (based on the comics by Bob Kane) Starring: Christian Bale, Gary Oldman, Tom Hardy, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anne Hathaway, Marion Cotillard, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine Genre: Action/Adventure/Drama Certificate: 12A Release Year: 2012
This film has made such an impact, and it came out so long ago, that it's a miracle we haven't got round to reviewing it yet. But we've finally seen it, and it's brilliant.
The Dark Knight Rises is the final film in Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy. It takes place 8 years after the events of The Dark Knight and starts with Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) as a recluse. Gotham has entered a crime-free golden age, and it seems the caped crusader is no longer needed. But then a mysterious masked figure known as Bane (Tom Hardy) arrives in Gotham, intent on reeking havoc on the city.
With this being Nolan's final Batman, there was alot of hype, and alot more people skeptical as to whether it could live up to the standards of it's predecessors. But never fear! It more than does, and provides one of the most complex and creative superhero films to date.
Normally I would pick out a particular actor who did particularly well, but in this incredibly talented cast this is nearly impossible. Christian Bale was fantastic as always, and Tom Hardy played a wonderfully unsettling villain, especially considering the standard set in the previous film by the late Heath Ledger. Possibly the biggest surprise was Anne Hathaway. With credits to her name such as The Princess Diaries, she didn't seem the obvious choice to play the seductive Selina Kyle. But her performance was very impressive and fresh. I'm running out of superlatives.
As to be expected from a Nolan film, the plot was complicated enough to keep the audience intrigued and excited, but doesn't overly confuse them. Excellently written, and brilliant cinematography.
Sorry there wasn't any film news last week, here's our round-up of the last two... Thor 2 Villain Announced
Marvel Studios have confirmed that the villain that everyone's favourite Norse-god-turned-alien-turned-superhero will face will be Malekith the Accursed, the leader of the Dark Elves. And the actor to play him? Please welcome Christopher Eccleston. Eccleston is one of my favourite actors, having played the 9th Doctor and the baddie in the first G.I.Joe film. Definately a good choice. However this does of course mean Malekith will only be in this one film! Thor: The Dark World will be released next November.
X-Men: First Class Sequel Is Titled
The sequel to the hugely popular X-Men prequel, X-Men: First Class, has been given a title. The film's producer Bryan Singer confirmed in an interview with IGN that the new film will be called X-Men: Days Of Future Past, and will be loosely based on the 1981 comic of the same title.
In the interview, Singer also said that he would like to "broaden out" the X-Men universe, meaning the new film could potentially feature some of the cast from the original trilogy.
To watch the full interview, click here. (IGN)
Writer Confirmed For Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy
Marvel studios have confirmed that Chris McCoy will be reworking Nicole Periman's draft for upcoming Guardians Of The Galaxy. McCoy is a relatively new name to Hollywood, and is yet to have a big screen work to his name. His tone is quirky and comedic, which makes sense for a film starring a gun-wielding raccoon and a half man, half tree.
For more on this story, click here. (Hollywood Reporter)
New Trailer For Cockneys Vs. Zombies
The first trailer has been released for Cockneys Vs. Zombies. As the title of the film suggests, this trailer is full of swearing, violence and fountains of blood and guts. Viewer discretion before watching the trailer is recommended.
Russell Crowe To Take On Stephen King's The Dark Tower?
Turning Stephen King's Dark Tower novels into a movie franchise has been talked about for around five years now, but there seems to have been a step forward. Warner Bros. have said that they will deliver a decision on whether they want to go ahead with a film and accompanying TV series within 2 weeks, while actor Russell Crowe is said to be in talks about taking on the lead role as the gunslinger Roland Deschain.
Fox has confirmed that there will be a sequel to Ridley Scott's Prometheus, the sci-fi horror that returned Scott to the Alien universe. Although the film received mixed reviews, it made alot of money at the box office, and seems enough to warrant it another film. Actors Noomi Rapace and Michael Fassbender are confirmed for returning for the sequel, but writer Damon Lindelof due to other commitments. Fox is apparently talking to other writers.
For more on this story, click here. (Hollywood Reporter)
For our spoiler-free review of Prometheus, click here. (ME!)
Jon Favreau To Direct Film Of Jersey Boys
The director behind last years Cowboys and Aliens, Jon Favreau, has been confirmed to direct the upcoming musical film Jersey Boys. Jersey Boys is currently a very successful stage show on both The West End and Broadway and tells the story of the 60s group The Four Seasons. Now we're just waiting for casting news.
Joss Whedon Confirmed For The Avengers 2
Disney have confirmed that Joss Whedon will return to direct and write the sequel to the smash-hit superhero film The Avengers. He will also be involved in an Avengers TV series. The release date it seems is likely to be may 1st, 2015! That is after Captain america: The Winter Soldier and Iron Man 3 in 2013 and Thor: The Dark World and Guardians Of The Galaxy in 2014! (It is unclear when Ant Man is set to be released)
Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters Will Be Bloody, Violent and R-Rated
Here's a weird one to watch. Since making dark fairytale films seems to be a bit of a craze at the moment, Paramount have turned round with this wacky idea. This week they confirmed that this film would be very gory, and will definately be R-Rated. It will star Jeremy Renner (Bourne Legacy) as Hansel and Gemma Arterton (Quantum Of Solace) as Gretel.
New Trailer for Looper
Snow White and The Huntsman 2? Or Just The Huntsman?
Some sources claim that the upcoming sequel to Snow White and The Huntsman will focus on The Huntsman (Chris Hemsworth) and maybe not even include Snow White (Kristen Stewart) at all. It may even be a spin off movie with a different name!
So there's alot of news to keep you going. Tomorrow, the return of The Crunch!
•Mists of Pandaria for WOW comes out on September 25 with its kung fu pandas and everything
•Little Big Planet Karting comes out November 9 and yes it is identical to Mod Nation Racers which I really liked ... for a month then I got bored and sold!
•Lots of DLC announces for MM3 and lots for AC3 and more, you will know about it is you like the game!
COD Black Ops 2 Multiplayer is ditching the kill streak for a point streak meaning the game is more focused on being careful and working as a team ... hahah that is never going to happen!
Another change for Black Ops 2 is that it has a new system meaning you can only fill 10 slots per thing meaning you can switch a secondary weapon for a perk or something else.
New trailer for Black Ops Declassified on Vita and they revealed some details about it!
GTA Gallery
New Consoles!
So Apple have a patient for a controller like thing that looks the same as a dual shock for the PS3 could it be that this will connect with your devices to promote better gaming on apple devices maybe with a few tweeks to Apple TV we will get a new game console! Could this be a thing?
More exiting is the new Oculus Rift which is a thing. I hope some people make some scary or imersive movies for this thing! Unfortunately it does have a poor resolution. just watch the video:
I don't follow Dexter, but I've heard alot of good things about it. Series 7 is only a few weeks away, and we have some stills and a new poster for you...
As you noticed yesterday, we're playing catch-up on a few weeks of news. Here's all we can gather on the last few weeks of TV.
New Dexter Pictures
Some stills have been released from the upcoming series of Dexter. A new teaser poster has also been released. To see all this in our latest gallery, click here.
Mark Gatiss Confirms Drama About Creation Of Doctor Who Who and Sherlock writer Mark Gatiss has confirmed on twitter that he will be writing a one and a half hour long drama about the inception of Doctor Who for the shows 50th anniversary next year. The show will follow a recent drive in "making of" period dramas on the BBC after The Road to Coronation Street and Eric and Ernie.
For more on this story, click here.
Also in Who news, Richard E. Grant has been confirmed to play the villain in this year's Christmas special.
For more on this story, click here.
New Elementary Promo
Yes, that show that has come up with the really really original idea of modernising the Sherlock Holmes stories and has no intention of just cashing-in on a franchise whatsoever, has released a new promo. If you need something to take your anger out on, a suggested target is below.
And that's the news. Check back in on Thursday for film news and a long-awaited review of The Dark Knight Rises.
I missed music news last week, so here's a round up of the last two...
New Labrinth Video
This week Labrinth released a new music video for his single Treatment. Treatment is from the album Electronic Earth which is out now.
Madness Talk New Album
Since 2011, Madness have been hinting at a new album. But this week the band announced via their online newsletter that they would released a track from the upcoming album, which will be available to download for free from the newsletter. So sign up now!
Madness have also added a new date to their tour. They will play at the London O2 on December 22nd.
Ellie Goulding Announces New Album And Single
Last week, the hugely successful Ellie Goulding announced her upcoming album Halcyon, which will be released on the 8th October. The album will feature Goulding's recent cover of Hanging On (below) and her upcoming single Anything Could Happen, which will be released on the 30th September.
And that's your fill for the last couple of weeks. No review to go with it, but will hopefully have something Doctor Who related for you soon. See you tomorrow for TV.
27 million people are estimated to have watched the opening ceremony of the Olympics. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles has a new theme. New Merlin Pictures here! Proof coming to SyFy! The poilot is being made and if is by the quy who did Devil, The Last Airbender, The Happening and Lady In The Water Misfits So first their powers are relieved: Jess (Karla Crome – Hit and Miss, Murder) is zipping on the jumpsuit, she has X-ray vision. Because Finn (Nathan Mcmullen – Shameless) is telekinetic, but not in an A-list kind of way. And Alex is said to be really attractive but not interested in girls because of his super power, or something! Also said: “As Jess and Finn start their community service, it's not just litter they're picking up; it's bad vibes, body parts and power tools. And that's just the morning shift. With a six foot killer rabbit on the estate, a mysterious but easy-on-the-eye barman (HELLO ALEX!) getting Jess a little shaken but not entirely stirred *winks knowingly* and all hell quite literally breaking loose with the arrival of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, it's time to power up. The future's bright. The future's still a dirty shade of orange.” they said there will be “probation workers with questionable moral guidelines” and the misfits are said to have “…propensity to get involved in life-threatening situations involving power tools, glass bottles, freezers full of Cornettos and the occasional body.” E4 interviewed showrunner Howard Overman and producer Matt Strevens.
On what we can expect to see in series 4:
Howard Overman: You can expect killer rabbits and the four horsemen of the apocalypse and a puppy meets a very tragic demise. In someways this series is a lot like pet rescue, only with super powers and swearing.
Matt Strevens: Ok I can do you telekinesis, x-ray vision, a very bad memory, and the power to be pussy whipped.
On whether Simon and Alisha will return:
HO: Not in this series, but who knows what might happen in the future. There is a plan...which is unusual for me.
MS: And who knows one day they might return to Vegas.
On the new characters replacing Kelly, Simon, and Alisha…
HO: Three characters will be suiting up. And some characters will be hanging up their jumpsuits permanently […] Nobody likes it when their favourite characters leave a show, but Eastenderssurvived without Rolly the poodle, and so will we. […]The new probation worker is a scary bastard.
MS: So we have Jess [Karla Crome] and Finn [Nathan McMullen] on community service and we meet them in episode 1. Then we have Alex [Matt Stoke], who is not in orange but is key to the series story arc and finally Abby [Natasha O'Keefe] who the gang meet at a party later in the series but you will have to see if she joins the main gang or not. […] We do have a fab new probation worker called Greg who has anger management issues. He’s played by the wonderful Shaun Dooley.
[…] As when Rudy replaced Nathan we're not trying to replace like with like. The new gang are very different and the dynamic feels totally new - but still Misfits […] I think this season may be the funniest yet and the chemistry between the new gang is fantastic. There is also the beginnings of a great double act bromance between Rudy and new guy Finn.
Is Seth the power dealer (Matthew McNulty) still in it?
HO: Yes, and he's more handsome and northern than ever. And he does a little light torture in episode 1.
Are the families of the characters going to have more involvement?
HO: Yes, they are. We've got sisters, step moms, dads who aren't dads and dads who are dads.
On how much the new series will reference previous story arcs:
HO: We try not to reference the past too much unless we need to dig ourselves out of a plot hole. We try to be forward looking so we don't alienate people who haven't seen every episode.
On potential romance for Rudy:
MS: There is lots. Some meaningless twisted sex and maybe even real lurve. We also learn just how many people he's slept with - via another very odd power.
…and for Curtis:
HO: Yes, but she may not be the one...Poor old Curtis.
On whether there’ll be any more online mini-episodes:
MS: Yes there will but the puppets have taken over and one is called Anal Mary to which there is an accompanying song.
And finally, on the fate of the zombie cat from season 3 episode 7:
HO: He was fed, stroked and given a saucer of milk before being clubbed to death with a baseball bat.
MS: He's got his own spin-off on E4.
ABC and The Avengers There is talk they will make a TV show but they still haven't go a writer for The Hulk TV series so really ABC! New Doctor Who Christmas special villain's actor revealed! Drum rollllllllll .. it's Richard E Grant. He was in this, briefly! He will appear along side Tom Ward and the new companion Jeanna-Louise Coleman. New Trailers Round Up! There is lots oh and loving the new logo style thing BBC ONE!
Merlin - Extended from last weeks one! Which you can watch here ... as most is the same as last week.
The Secret of Crickley Hall Coming this halloween! It is based on the novel James Herbert! It is written by Doctor Who Writer Joe Ahearne (Darlek, Father's Day, Boom Town, Bad Wolf and The Parting of ways from the first series).
Hunted Not much information! Coming in Autumn.
A Touch Of Cloth A spoof crime drama co-written by Charlie Brooker and Daniel Maier. Starring John Hannah and Suranne Jones. Oh yer and it is on Sky!
