"IRON MAN 3" AT COMIC-CON 2012

Robert Downey Jr. & Don Cheadle at Comic-Con 2012

With the rush of Comic-Con having wound-down, now come these awesome Photos courtesy of Disney, taken over the weekend of Don Cheadle and Robert Downey Jr. having loads of fun. The elaborate Festivities for Iron Man 3 not only included an appearance by the two Stars, but a Press Conference, a Press Line, a Costume Contest, plus an Autograph Signing by both Cheadle and Writer/Director Shane Black.  Fans got up-close and personal with Downey for a while at the Marvel Booth also. And how about this little mini Iron Men and Women?  Adorable.

Opening on May 3, 2013, Iron Man 3 pits the Superhero against his toughest Opponent yet, The Mandarin (Sir Ben Kingsley). Paul Bettany, Rebecca Hall, Cobie Smulders, Guy Pearce and Gwyneth Paltrow star also.

 (Photo credit: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Walt Disney Motion Pictures)

CAST OF "GLEE" APPEAR AT COMIC-CON 2011

Cast of Glee in Toronto - June 2011

The Cast of Glee hit-up Comic-Con in San Diego earlier today and it's safe to say that some fears have been alleviated, namely the possible exit of Lea Michele, Chris Colfer and Cory Monteith upon their impending Graduation.

"Just because they're graduating, doesn't mean they are leaving the show," Glee Writer/Co-creator/Producer Brad Falchuk told conference attendees. "It is not our intention to let them go ... they are not done with the show."

Other revelations were made about the forthcoming season of Glee, including a new love interest for Amber Riley's Mercedes.  In addition, Jane Lynch's Sue Sylvester will be running for Congress possibly to put an end to all Glee clubs altogether.  We will also be seeing more of a focus on the relationship between Klaine (Darren Criss' Blaine and Colfer's Kurt) and a continuation of the love story between Artina (Jenna Ushkowitz's Tina and Kevin McHale's Artie).

NEW PHOTOS FROM "SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN"

Kristen Stewart as Snow White

Although Director Rupert Sanders has yet to begin filming for this eagerly-awaited Snow White and the Huntsman, one of two Snow White movies to hit theatres in 2012, he took to Comic-Con in San Diego with his Principal Cast to create a little bit of buzz. 

With filming slated to begin next week in the UK, Sanders brought three days' worth of test footage to show the audience, giving them an idea what the 3-D Film will be like, in addition to revealing some new photos of Cast members Kristen Stewart, Charlize Theron, Sam Claflin and Chris Hemsworth in-costume.

Right at the start of the Conference, Academy Award winner Theron (who just might be appearing at TIFF in September with Jason Reitman's Young Adult), told Stewart "I’m ready for it bitch, let’s go.".  Theron of course will be playing Stewart's (Snow White) nemesis The Queen.  This sure ain't Disney. 

Take a look at the Photos below:

"TOTAL RECALL" HITS COMIC-CON 2011

Colin Farrell in Toronto - June 2011

Although production is only half-completed on Len Wiseman's Total Recall Reboot, Cast and Director took a break from filming in Toronto to promote the $2 million Blockbuster for Sony Pictures at Comic-Con in San Diego earlier today. Early reports are v. promising, with much of the focus being directed at Colin Farrell, after one Clip (pre-effects) was shown of his Quaid beating down a room of soldiers.

Kate Beckinsale, Wife of Wiseman, will be re-interpreting the role of Lori played originally by Sharon Stone and appeared to have charmed the audience. She admitted that she struggled with having to throw a punch at Co-star Jessica Biel (Melina), whom she calls "one of the most beautiful faces in the world" with her "$3 billion nose".

Bryan Cranston seemed to have received a fair number of questions from the audience but revealed that he has added a more humanistic approach to his Villain, Vilos Cohaagen.  He says, "If you can't invest in the characters then you can have all the explosions in the world and I won't be interested.".

I've been following Total Recall here for a bit since its Cast have arrived.  Click here to get yourself up-to-speed. 

ANDREW GARFIELD AT COMIC-CON FOR "THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN"

Andrew Garfield at TIFF 2010

With the Trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man (due July 2012 via Sony Pictures) surfacing the other day, many Fans including myself are asking the question - why they have to re-tell Peter Parker's transformation to Spider-Man all over again?  Although this question remains to be answered, the entire Cast including Emma Stone and Director Marc Webb, made an appearance earlier today  at Comic-Con in San Diego.  Star Andrew Garfield even showed-up dressed as Spider-Man - enough of a distraction from the burning question ...for me at least!

Garfield had nothing by praise for Tobey Maguire's interpretation of the coveted role telling attendees, “When I watch that first Spidey film, I lost my mind. I watched it back to back, twice in a row when I first saw it.”.  He also confirmed that Maguire has been supportive, revealing “He (Maguire) gave me his blessing. It meant the world to me, because I respect him so much in general and also what he did with the role.".

AFTER COMIC-CON WILL "DRIVE" BE SURFACING AT TIFF?

Ryan Gosling & Mr. Will-W.

Yesterday the Press Conference for Cannes Film Festival favourite Drive was held in San Diego amidst all the Comic-Con fun, and star Carey Mulligan had nothing but praise for her handsome co-star Ryan Gosling.  She revealed, "He was amazing, such a nice guy, and explained his preparation for his role as a Stunt Actor.  "He spent months before the film knowing everything there was to know about cars. He built his own car for the film...and he learned stunt driving! He was a machine. Everyone loved him, he was a dream, he was amazing.".  Mulligan will be headed to Australia shortly to begin work on Moulin Rouge Director Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby 3-D alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Isla Fisher and Joel Edgerton.

Danish Director Nicolas Winding Refn told those in attendance that upon first meeting Gosling, he was worried that he had made a negative impression for himself after having taken medication for his Flu beforehand.  Refn says, "It was like a blind date in real life; nobody was going to get fucked tonight. We had simply no connection because I was so out of it, so stoned.". Hilarious!  Like in real life sometimes you can't just base things on a first impression as clearly things worked out with the great buzz Drive is receiving right now.

"THE TWILIGHT SAGA" CAST APPEAR AT COMIC-CON 2011

Robert Pattinson in Toronto - July 2011

With Comic-Con 2011 festivities now underway in San Diego, mania has already reached a feverish pitch with the Cast of The Twilight Saga fielding questions about the next installment, Breaking Dawn. Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner all showed-up along with Director Bill Condon who told those in attendance, "There's no bigger fan of Twilight than Kristen. She would always say, 'I know what I felt like when I read this in the book.' She was always pushing, pushing, pushing to make sure she was capturing that feeling.".  Consummate professional!

Because those surrounding the Film wanted to keep as many details under wraps as possible, it is said that Security was extra tight during filming with no E-mails or Cellphones allowed on-set.  Also, a cloak was used to mask any clues to Bella's (Stewart) Wedding Gown for the eagerly-awaited Wedding.

It was also learned via Pattinson who still is rocking the asymmetrical hair he had sported in his final days of filming Cosmopolis in Toronto, that Girlfriend Stewart actually is a huge Fan of The Cooking Channel.  He revealed that she constantly leaves the television on that particular channel. She however was quick to snap back, "And you all reap the benefits!".  Who would've guessed?

Stewart also will be doing a Conference for Snow White and the Huntsman on Saturday along with Co-stars Charlize Theron, Chris Hemsworth and Sam Claflin.

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 hits theatres November 18, 2011.

Watch the Conference in full below:

FIRST LOOK: "TOTAL RECALL" STARRING COLIN FARRELL

Still from Total Recall

Check out this first Still released from Len Wiseman's Total Recall, currently in production here in Toronto.  Colin Farrell is at the mercy of two Captors in a scene which appears to have been filmed at the University of Toronto's Knox College.

The Film will be presented at next week's Comic-Con in San Diego and hits theatres via Sony Pictures on August 3, 2012.  Thanks Kevin!

(Photo credit: Sony Pictures)

SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON WRAPS UP

Now I wish we had something like this in Toronto, but I suppose TIFF will have to do!  The 41st annual San Diego Comic-Con held at the San Deigo Convention Centre just wrapped-up and it is said that over 120,000 fans attended the event this year.  The Pop Culture convention gives fans an opportunity to connect with their favourite icons and get the scoop on forthcoming projects pertaining to a Superhero, Comic, Fantasy or Sci-Fi nature. 

Stars to turn up this year included the likes of Seth Rogen, Ryan Reynolds, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Angelina Jolie, Natalie Portman, cast members of Glee and many, many more.

Check out these photos below from the festivities: