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X-Men 3 news today in the form of a teaser trailer being released online. You can grab up the trailer in Hi-Def from the offical X-Men 3 site – http://www.x3movie.com. It seems the name of the movie may be X-Men 3: The Last Stand, X3: A Last Stand, X3: Last Stand or X3: The Last Stand based on recent domain name registrations by 20th Century Fox. Thanks to Superhero Hype for the info.
I just saw this over at Superhero Hype. This info comes from a Q&A done with the film’s writer and producer Paul W.S. Anderson. Here’s the info:
About the studio’s cutting of the film, which he had no control over, he said, and I quote, “All of the best scenes were cut.” Anderson was obviously very annoyed at the way the film was released. However, this was not purely because of the PG-13 limitation, which incidentally, the studio enforced three weeks before the release date! It was always going to be R until then. Part of the reason for the cutting was that some of the effects were not ready by the time the release date came around. The effects team had very little time to do anything.
As far as the content that was cut, apparently we see all those who die, die on screen, but he also said that there is a sub-plot that we will have to wait for on DVD. Yes there will be an R-rated Director’s cut DVD although they don’t know the release date yet.
Spider-Man 2 will be available on November 30, 2004 and will be available in five seperate editions – a standard two-disc set (in seperate widescreen and full screen editions), a Superbit edition (complete with a DTS track), a double-pack containing the first and second films and finally a limited edition giftset. The giftset will include the two-disc edition along with a new miniature reproduction of The Amazing Spider-Man #50 comic book (in which Peter Parker decides to give up his alter ego) five postcards and a twenty-five page portfolio featuring well-known comic book artists’ works inspired by the film. Here are the details on the DVD:
TECHNICAL DETAILS
2.40:1 Anamorphic Widescreen Presentation
English and French Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Track
English and French Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround Track
Subtitles: English, French and Spanish Subtitles
FEATURES
Disc One
- Audio Commentary with Director, Producer, Co-Producer and Tobey Maguire
- Audio Commentary with SFX Designer John Dykstra and the Effects Team
- Spidey Sense 2 Trivia Track with “Pop Up” Facts
- Four Web-i-sodes (Original Online Featurettes)
- Train “Ordinary” Music Video
- Spider-Man 2 Blooper Reel
- Multiple Trailers and Previews
Disc Two
- Making the Amazing: 12-Part Production to Premiere Documentary
- Hero in Crisis: A Look into Peter Parker’s Personal Battles
- Eight Arms to Hold You: Doc Ock from Comics to the Big Screen
- The Women of Spider-Man: A Look into the Lives of Mary Jane, Aunt May etc
- Enter the Web: Multi-Angle Look at the Pier Sequence
- Art Gallery: A Collection of Alex Ross Paintings
- A Behind the Scenes Look at the Spider-Man 2 Game
- Weblink to the Official Spider-Man 2 Website
- Easter Egg: Doc Ock Sings “If I Was a Rich Man”
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UPDATE: September 5, 2004 – The artwork for the Director’s Cut is now out. See image below.
It was first mentioned in January as slated for an April release and then delayed in February. Well, it is finally back on the release path. This brand new single-disc release will be available to own on November 30, 2004. The film will be presented in 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen along with English DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolby Surround and French Dolby Surround tracks. The only extra material will be a new audio commentary by director Mark Steven Johnson and Avi Arad and a Making of the Director’s Cut featurette. As for the director’s cut itself, around twenty-minutes of additional footage has been added, bringing the total runtime to 124 minutes. There is no artwork available yet, but when I see it, I’ll post it here.
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Paramount is finally releasing a five-disc set which features the entire collection of Paramount’s eight Friday the 13th films, two-per-disc, plus a fifth disc that is dedicated to many hours of behind-the-scenes material on the history and folklore associated with the classic horror series. Each of the films will receive anamorphic widescreen presentations and both English Dolby Digital and French Mono tracks. In case you were wondering why Jason Goes to Hell, Jason X and Freddy vs. Jason were not included, it is because New Line owns the rights to those films.
As for extras you can expect the set to include a cast commentary on Friday the 13th Part 3 by author Peter Bracke and actors Larry Zerner, Paul Kratka, Dana Kimmell and Richard Brooker, a commentary on Friday the 13th Part VI by director Tom McLouglin, a commentary on Friday the 13th Part VII by actor Kane Hodder and director John Carl Buechler and a commentary on Friday the 13th Part VIII by director Rob Hedden. Also included will be a Tales From the Cutting Room featurette in which exclusive deleted scenes and footage is revealed for the first time, an eight part featurette entitled The Friday The 13th Chronicles which looks at the legacy of the films throughout their history, a three-part featurette “Secrets Galore Behind The Gore which looks at the work of master make-up effects designer Tom Savini in Part 1 and Part IV and John Carl Buechler in Part VII, a Crystal Lake Victims Tell All! featurette in which cast and crew from various films share amusing anecdotes and a Friday Artifacts and Collectibles featurette which looks at props and collectables from the films. Completing the package will be theatrical trailers from all eight movies except Part VI, which is represented by the teaser trailer.
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The Punisher DVD will hit store shelves on September 7, 2004. Here is the information known so far and a look at the cover art:
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Anamorphic widescreen
Audio: English Dolby Digital 5.1 track
FEATURES
- War Journal: On the Set of The Punisher
- Army of One – Outlines the character’s place within the Marvel Comic Universe
- An Interview with Garth Ennis
- Drawing Blood – Includes an interview with artist Tim Bradstreet that includes a showcase of his art for The Punisher.
- Keepin It Real – In-depth look at the film’s stunt work and a selection of deleted scenes.
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UPDATE: May 15, 2004 – I added the release date and info on the disc since it has become available since last night when I first posted on this.
Well, it looks like DVDAnswers has gotten a hold of the cover and info for the upcoming DVD release of Kill Bill: Vol.2 which will be available to own August 10, 2004. As well as an anamorphic widescreen presentation the disc, it will include both English Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS 5.1 tracks. Extras will include a Making of Kill Bill Vol. 2 featurette which includes interviews, comments and on-set visits, footage from the premiere party, including a Chin Gon performance, and a deleted scene featuring David Carradine and Michael Jai White, who doesn’t appear at all in the film’s final cut. Here’s more info on what is in store for those of us that wait on purchasing Kill Bill Vol.1 or 2. Thanks to JoBlo for the info.
Miramax is planning on releasing no less than six (SIX!) versions of KILL BILL on DVD with hopes of either conning unsuspecting viewers into buying more than one version or taking advantage of Tarantino devotees who collect DVDs. It’s an all-too-popular M.O. for home entertainment companies who repeatedly return to the same well in an attempt to get “multiple bites at the apple,” according to Miramax Chief Operating Officer Rick Sands. The New York Times spoke with Mr. Sands last Tuesday when he revealed the studio’s plans for six different versions. He said rather callously, “This is the beauty of having two volumes…VOL. 1 goes out, VOL. 2 goes out, then VOL. 1 SPECIAL EDITION, VOL. 2 SPECIAL EDITION, the two-pack, then the Tarantino collection as a boxed set out for Christmas…And you multiply this internationally.”
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Fox have now released the final details on the Star Wars Trilogy which will be arriving this September. For further information on this release, check out this previous post. Here’s the details on the features included on the fourth disc:
Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy
This two-and-a-half hour documentary traces the evolution of the saga, from a low-budget labor-of-love space saga to the movie phenomenon that defied the odds and reinvented the rules. This comprehensive documentary features all new interviews with George Lucas and more than 40 members of the cast and crew from the original trilogy, as well as a host of filmmakers and media personalities. Empire of Dreams also includes some never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage from the making of all three of the now legendary Star Wars films.
Episode III Behind the Scenes Preview: The Return of Darth Vader
Finally, Star Wars: Episode III will reveal just how Anakin Skywalker became Darth Vader, the most iconic villain in film history. In this exclusive preview, George Lucas discusses Anakin’s descent, with a first look at the new Vader costume forged for Episode III. Also, experience how Hayden Christensen and Ewan McGregor have prepared for the epic lightsaber battle that has been anticipated for more than two decades: the climactic showdown between Anakin and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
The Birth of the Lightsaber Featurette
Its unforgettable hum and scintillating glow are instantly recognizable around the world. Now, viewers will discover the origins of this elegant weapon from a more civilized age in this lightsaber documentary.
The Characters of Star Wars Featurette
An in-depth look at how favorite characters came to be, featuring rare concept art, behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with George Lucas and the cast and crew who shaped the screen’s favorite heroes.
The Force Is With Them: The Legacy of Star Wars
The Star Wars films opened up a galaxy of possibilities to a generation of filmmakers and creative talents. This feature allows you to hear from some of the most notable filmmakers of our time about how influential the Star Wars movies have been to their lives and work.
Star Wars Battlefront Trailer and Playable Demo
The fourth disc will offer a trailer featuring an exciting look at the upcoming Star Wars Battlefront video game from LucasArts, along with a special demo for Xbox users that lets players fight the Battle of Endor as a Rebel or Imperial soldier and drive AT-STs, ride speeder bikes and use different weapons to lead their side to victory. The full version of Star Wars Battlefront be released Sept. 21 for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and PC.
Star Wars: Episode III Making the Game Preview
Video-game players will be able to experience the stunning Jedi action of Episode III themselves in the new Star Wars: Episode III game, due out in Spring 2005 for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox. This special feature shows how game developers at LucasArts worked behind-the-scenes and on the set to create the most authentic Jedi experience ever.
Original Trailers and TV Spots
You can expect the original theatrical teaser, launch and re-release trailers for each of the films, plus TV spots, to be featured on the DVD.
Never-Before-Seen Production Gallery
Delve into an unseen corners of the Lucasfilm Archives with exclusive photos from the making of the trilogy, with hundreds of rare images.
Posters and Print Campaigns
The original Star Wars films came at a time when international campaigns produced a wealth of intriguing, alternative poster art. Explore a collection of theatrical posters from around the world.
Exclusive DVD-ROM Content
The Star Wars Trilogy DVDs are keys that unlock exclusive content available only through a special DVD-ROM website.
