Madagascar 2

Is apparently out this November, although this is the first I heard of it. Heres the poster, courtesy of Cinematical

Beverly Hills Cop 4

Another 80's series is set for a revival, with news that Eddie Murphy will return to his Beverly Hills Cop franchise next year, in a new film helmed by Rush Hour director Brett Ratner. Apparently the new film will be aimed at a more friendly audience, according to this quote from MTV news

When asked what is biggest challenge would be, Ratner seemed to indicate that his new film would be geared towards a very PG audience.
“10-year-old kids, 12-year-old kids don’t really know the old ‘Beverly Hills Cop.’ So it’s an opportunity to make it new for kids,” Ratner said. “The same way it felt for me watching ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ when I was a kid, that’s what I want to do for kids today.”

Get the f--k out of here!

No word on whether Murphy will attempt to play every character in the film.

Death Race

Paul W S Anderson (the untalented one for those who get confused with Boogie Nights / There Will Be Blood helmer Paul Thomas Anderson) is remaking Death Race 2000, with Jason Statham in the David Carradine role. Here's a picture of his shiny new car.

No word yet on who will playing Sylvester Stallone, or whether bizarre comments about baked potatoes will remain from the original.

Source : Aint It Cool News

The Incredible Hulk

In a neat nod to fans of the TV series, Lou Ferrigno will provide the voice of the Hulk in this summers reboot according to Variety. Of course Hulk never spoke in the original series, but it appears we will finally get the chance to hear 'Hulk Smash.

Mother of Tears

Shock Till You Drop has an exclusive clip from 'Mother of Tears', Dario Argento's long awaited conclusion to his Three Mothers trilogy. Rumours are the film marks a return to form for Argento, and if this clip is anything to go by the film certainly isnt skimping in the gore department.

See the clip here.

Smodcast 52

Clocking in at almost two hours, heres a special anniversary smodcast

SModcast 52: The (c)Rapture -

In which our heroes celebrate a milestone, lament the loss of the ultimate weapon, pit the Christ against the AntiChrist, and plot the most amazing movie ever made.

www.quickstopentertainment.com

Judd Apatow's next

Judd Apatow, director of the 40 Year Old Virgin and Knocked Up, has provided MTV.com with details of his next directorial project.

The film, which apparently features more dramatic elements than his previous films will centre on Adam Sandler (yuk) and Seth Rogen as a pair of stand up comics. The film will also co-star Leslie Mann (co-star of Knocked Up and Apatow's wife).

Hopefully the film will banish memories of the last attempt of a film set behind the scenes of the stand up comedy set, the godforsaken Tom Hanks / Sally Field vehicle 'Punchline'

Source: MTV.com

Harry Potter and the Haf Blood Prince

Two new images from the sixth Harry Potter film. The recently released official plot synopsis is as follows:-

Official Plot Synopsis: Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching. Together they work to find the key to unlock Voldemort’s defenses and, to this end, Dumbledore recruits his old friend and colleague, the well-connected and unsuspecting bon vivant Professor Horace Slughorn, whom he believes holds crucial information. Meanwhile, the students are under attack from a very different adversary as teenage hormones rage across the ramparts. Harry finds himself more and more drawn to Ginny, but so is Dean Thomas. And Lavender Brown has decided that Ron is the one for her, only she hadn’t counted on Romilda Vane’s chocolates! And then there’s Hermione, simpering with jealously but determined not to show her feelings. As romance blossoms, one student remains aloof. He is determined to make his mark, albeit a dark one. Love is in the air, but tragedy lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again.

Source: Slashfilm.com