This Indie Spotlight is all about the web series, which ya'll know I love. We've got a comedic farmer's market, an epic fantasy series with a geektastic trailer, and the second season of a crazy family and their "matriarch." I like the concept of this one and really hope it delivers on its promise. Locally Grown is a comedy web series that celebrates quirky … [Read more...] about Indie web series: a crowdfunder roundup
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Next big fantasy franchise? Fever series by Karen Marie Moning
As the Harry Potter decade ends, we are certainly not short on wannabe replacements. There's a seemingly never-ending string of Twilight films to anticipate and of course the ultra popular young adult adaptation of The Hunger Games. But it looks like DreamWorks is banking on a five-novel series by Karen Marie Moning called Fever, which revolves around the world of the Fae with … [Read more...] about Next big fantasy franchise? Fever series by Karen Marie Moning
Synopsis for ‘Oz the Great and Powerful,’ Raimi begins shooting
Sam Raimi has begun filming of Oz, The Great and Powerful, but no castings were announced. James Franco , Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, Zach Braff, and Michelle Williams currently lead the cast. Kunis will play Theodora who becomes the Wicked Witch of the West, as the youngest sister of Evanora, the Wicked Witch of the East and Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. Oz, The Great … [Read more...] about Synopsis for ‘Oz the Great and Powerful,’ Raimi begins shooting
First look at Lily Collins as Snow White
Lily Collins, daughter of Phil, is the star of one of two Snow White adaptations. Julia Roberts, Armie Hammer, Nathan Lane, and Sean Bean co-star. Collins describes her character as “a joyful person who lights up a room and maintains grace at all times.” We also know a tagline from the concept art is "A Comedic Adventure Awaits... " so it's likely to be a modern comedy as … [Read more...] about First look at Lily Collins as Snow White
Peter Jackson’s third production video: cast and crew favorite moments
Sometimes you just want to give Peter Jackson a big ol' hug for being so darn cute. He departs from the usual show-and-tell of his last behind-the-scenes videos to bring us a little comedy. We also get to hear some of the cast and crew's favorite moments during the shooting of the first of the two-part series, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. We also get some of Gollum … [Read more...] about Peter Jackson’s third production video: cast and crew favorite moments