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Mike Colter Joins A.K.A. JESSICA JONES As LUKE CAGE

2014 has been a great year for Marvel and Netflix since ramping things up with a few announcements a little over a year ago for a slate of Marvel programs for four non-MCU characters. Since then, there’s been much progress with Charlie Cox as Daredevil whose costumed and civilian look can currently be viewed online in several promo pics prior to premiering in May in 2015, in addition to the casting of Krysten Ritter in A.K.A. Jessica Jones, the story of the titular former superheroine-turned-incognito crimefighter who assists other superheroes in their missions. The latter news broke earlier this month as fans were awaiting just who would appear as fellow Marvel superhero Luke Cage, who had already been reported to possibly appear in several episodes. Cage, who first appeared on Marvel’s pages during his “Power Man” and “Heroes For Hire” heyday in the seventies, has long been a topical fanboy […]

Meet The Royal Family Of Netflix's New Action Drama Series, MARCO POLO

Lee B. Golden III

Series creator and executive producer John Fusco‘s latest epic action drama, Marco Polo, is gearing up for a December 12 premiere as the latest installation of Netflix’s line-up of original programming. The development and overall production of the series has already led to the prospects of further seasons to expand this newest story featuring actor Lorenzo Richelmy in the title role. As such, time will tell if this will happen, in which case, fans can expect more intrigue, as well as some new faces along the way. For now though, Netflix has unleashed its latest batch of character posters for its brand new series, with names listed accordingly to the characters in the following order: Benedict Wong as emperor Kublai Khan, Remy Hii as the emperor’s son, Jingim, Joan Chen as Empress Chabi – Khan’s strong-willed wife, Uli Latukefu as Byamba – the Emperor’s illegitimate son from a trist with […]

Watch The Latest Intense Trailer For Netflix Series Original, MARCO POLO

Lee B. Golden III

Actor Lorenzo Richelmy is a new face for the average television viewer, but he’s clearly proven himself to be a great pick for series creator and producer John Fusco in the title role of Netflix’s newest series, Marco Polo. The series is another foray into quality storytelling for mature audiences who have grown an affinity for original programming like that of The Tudors and Game Of Thrones, filled with a mix of intrigue, sex and danger at every turn. Here, that formula is set amidst 13th century China as the backdrop for our story as Polo begins his servitude at the behest of the court of Emperor Kublai Khan. And simply put, the rest is history… A teaser arrived a few months back highlighting the scope of the series, and now Netflix has since offered a new trailer that unveils just how it all begins. The series is also being […]

Check Out The Official Poster Art For Netflix's MARCO POLO

Lee B. Golden III

Netflix’s latest embarkment with the new series drama, Marco Polo, will get its day exactly one month from today, and thankfully, a trailer premiered just last month to share an awe-inspiring glimpse into the potent, compelling and dangerous world shaping our title character’s story. That said, we now finally have some official artwork to share ahead of its premiere, featuring lead actor Lorenzo Richelmy front and center. Check it out below! In a world replete with greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry, “Marco Polo” is based on the famed explorer’s adventures in Kublai Khan’s court in 13th century China. Created by John Fusco (The Forbidden Kingdom, Kung Fu Panda, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend), the series is also being produced by The Weinstein Company co-chairman Harvey Weinstein and Game Of Thrones series director Dan Minahan, in addition to Pirates Of The Carribean 5 helmers Joachim Ronning and Espen […]

Channing Tatum's GAMBIT Movie Gets The Greenlight And A Screenwriter

Lee B. Golden III

The ever-expanding Marvel movie multiverse has been on a warpath this year with its amazing franchises already coming into fruition. The work currently being done with Tim Miller’s Deadpool and Marvel’s 2015 Netflix line-up, in addition to talks of a female spidey feature film, as well as the possible revival of semi-human vampire hunter, Blade, and L.L. Cool J’s most recent Tweet boasting a future Marvel role have pretty much overshadowed that of the recent announcement Warner Bros. made for its own superhero line-up a few weeks ago; They’re catching up, but in the eyes of comic book fans in both camps, apparently not fast enough. That said, it remains to be seen what the future of the X-Men saga from 20th Century Fox will hold, although we already have a pretty gnarly idea about the possibilities in that regard. However, we have heard little on what will entail for […]

Amr Waked On Netflix's MARCO POLO: "Lots Of Action, Sex, Politics & Nudity!"

Lee B. Golden III

The December 12, 2014 premiere date for Netflix’s SVOD series, Marco Polo grows ever near, and the latest trailer premiered this week, granting a first glimpse of what fans can expect. The series itself took a few years to move forward following its initial embarkment on Starz before switching gears onto subscription video with John Fusco (The Forbidden Kingdom, Kung Fu Panda, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend) on board as series creator and producer. Leading the way is Italian actor Lorenzo Richelmy who will play the title role for the series whose story is based on the famed explorer’s adventures set in Kublai Khan’s court in 13th century China – a world replete with greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry; Indeed, the Netflix-exclusive series has been selling itself on how far it will push the envelope for its 18+ audience, similar to that of other popular cable shows […]

Major Theater Chains Pull From IMAX/Netflix Deal For CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON 2

Lee B. Golden III

It was supposed to be a “groundbreaking” maneuver for the film distribution industry in light of the latest updates for Yuen Woo-Ping‘s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend. Now, not quite so much. Monday evening news broke throughout reporting the latest deal between film’s production company, The Weinstein Company, subscription video-on-demand provider Netflix and theatrical entertainment company IMAX that promised a day-and-date release for the upcoming sequel starring Michelle Yeoh and Donnie Yen. This week however, a handful of theater branches have pulled back from the deal refusing to comply with the release agenda, with at least a total of five major U.S., Canada and Europe-based theater chains backing away, including Regal, Cinemark, Carmike, AMC, Cineplex, Cineworld and Wanda. In sum, the battle lines have officially been drawn. Whether or not the theater chains were informed about the deal or they were and simply refuse to be a part […]

Check Out Five New Stills From Upcoming Netflix Series, MARCO POLO

Lee B. Golden III

Following its production in Malaysia, Venice and Kazakhstan, The Toronto Sun debut a handful of five new official promo photos for the forthcoming Netflix series premiere, Marco Polo. Actor Lorenzo Richelmy stars in the title role, as the famed 13th Century sailor on his journey from Venice to China. The series comes from executive producer and creator, John Fusco, whose vision for the series is best described as a story filled with “sexual intrigue, political manoeuvring and father-son drama”, infused with martial arts action. Fusco spoke to The Toronto Sun in a recent interview with Sean Fitzgerald, where, among other things, desrcibed the genesis of the series. “On that trail, while we were all talking about the history of the Khan Empire, every now and then Marco Polo’s name would come up…” said Fusco. “And as I was on horseback, riding across, you have those long hours of riding across […]

The 'Fisk' Is In For Vincent D'Onofrio In Marvel's DAREDEVIL For Netflix

Lee B. Golden III

Following the addition of Boardwalk Empire seried actor Charlie Cox as the lead of the upcoming Netflix series for Marvel’s Daredevil, the official word is that the role once played by the now late actor Michael Clark Duncan in Mark Steven Johnson’s 2003 feature adaptation will be passed down to none other than actor Vincent D’Onofrio (The Cell, The Break-Up, Law & Order: Criminal Minds, Escape Plan). The role comes as things continue to develop for Marvel’s latest venture with Netflix with the production of four live-action shows, with the other three including Jessica Jones, Iron Fist and Luke Cage. Blinded as a young boy but imbued with extraordinary senses, Matt Murdock fights against injustice by day as a lawyer, and by night as the super hero Daredevil in modern day Hell’s Kitchen, New York City. The new series will run for 13 episodes with Steven DeKnight serving as showrunner […]

Charlie Cox Is The Man Without Fear For New Netflix Series, DAREDEVIL

Lee B. Golden III

Reports are being confirmed that Boardwalk Empire series co-star Charlie Cox will be playing the role of Marvel superhero, Daredevil and his alter-ego, Matt Murdock in upcoming Netflix series premiere. The news comes just after Drew Goddard’s departure as showrunner, followed by updates announcing Steven DeKnight taking his place, with Goddard serving as producer instead. With this bit of info arriving, we now also have the official series synopsis straight from Marvel: Blinded as a young boy but imbued with extraordinary senses, Matt Murdock fights against injustice by day as a lawyer, and by night as the super hero Daredevil in modern day Hell’s Kitchen, New York City. More casting news will arrive as Cox‘s name is just among four other Netflix superhero shows that will go into production this year, including Jessica Jones, Iron Fist and Luke Cage. Daredevil will run for 13-episodes with Jeph Loeb also serving as […]

The JUSTICE LEAGUE Is Coming!

Lee B. Golden III

Well, it’s official. Director Zack Snyder is putting his best foot forward with DC and Warner Bros. for a Justice League film that will follow the long awaited release of the Man Of Steel 2/Batman vs. Superman movie which is still awaiting an official title. The news just broke late in the weekend following previous reports of the second film’s push back from its initial July 17, 2015 date so that Snyder and the other filmmaker could fully realize their vision. Casting announcements are still in constant flux, with official updates still needed regarding just how actors Jason Momoa, Matt Damon or Dwanye “The Rock” Johnson will be involved in Warner Bros. growing DC film series. In addition, there is also the issue of what will happen with other characters like Green Lantern and Flash, the latter who is currently poised for a standalone television series on the CW later […]

Netflix Series MARCO POLO Filming Is Underway

Lee B. Golden III

Offering another reason why anyone should have access to Netflix is the brand new nine-episode action adventure series, Marco Polo, which has already begun principal photography set for Venice, Kazakhstan and Malaysia before airing later this year. The news comes following its initial announcement for Starz in 2012 from creator and executive producer John Fusco, prior to its subsequent move to Netflix, in addition to news of an unrelated film currently in development over at Warner Bros. Leading the way is Italian actor Lorenzo Richelmy (pictured left) who will play the title role, with actress Zhu Zhu, and actors Benedict Wong, Tom Wu, Remy Hii and Rick Yune rounding out the principle cast. The series is also being produced by The Weinstein Company co-chairman Harvey Weinstein and Game Of Thrones series director Dan Minahan, in addition to Pirates Of The Carribean 5 helmers Joachim Ronning and Espen Sandberg who are directing […]

FROM DUSK TIL DAWN: THE SERIES Expands As A Netflix Original

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Multifaceted film director and cult cinema icon Robert Rodriguez continues his momentum this year with the forthcoming release of Sin City 2: A Dame To Kill For, and the diversified programming to be featured on his new television platform, El Rey Network, headlined by the March 11 airing of From Dusk Til Dawn: The Series. Time will tell if the new show proves to be a success as it takes a prequelized approach following the cult success of the 1996 feature thriller on which the show is based, while the network also ramps up efforts to assemble another exciting new action adventure series in the form of Matador, from executive producers Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci, and newly starring actor Gabriel Luna and actress Nicky Whelan. In light of this, it seems that El Rey is ready to expand its horizons for its upcoming programming, and with on-demand platform Netflix […]

New York State Will Be Home to Marvel/Netflix's THE DEFENDERS

Lee B. Golden III

As if Marvel did not have enough on its hands with its cinematic universe already in play, in addition to spanning the current Spider-Man film franchise with TASM 1 and 2 helmer Marc Webb already on board for part three with other directors attached to spin-offs, it’s pretty clear they’re not done blowing minds just yet. Following news unveiled in November last year, Marvel is getting the ball rolling on its upcoming series productions for Netflix with a new press release announcing their partnership with The Walt Disney Company and ABC Television studios. All eyes are now on New York State where Marvel will center its ‘flawed heroes of Hell’s Kitchen’. What does all this mean? Well, ‘dare’ I say it… the ‘devil’ is in the details! The Walt Disney Company and the State of New York have announced that Marvel Entertainment will film all of its Netflix original series […]

Marvel And Netflix To Double Team For 2015

Lee B. Golden III

On the eve of the North American 2D/3D/IMAX premiere of Alan Taylor’s Thor: The Dark World, comic book movie giant Marvel is launching its next big step to bring the action home with the aid of digital platform, Netflix. What’s even more particularly interesting here is that one of the series/mini-series programs will revive the character Daredevil once again since Mark Steven Johnson’s previous 2003 efforts were followed by an abandoned push for the film accompanied by the departure of A-Team helmer Joe Carnahan last year. The characters also listed include Heroes For Hire characters Iron Fist and Luke Cage, the former having been previously reported for a potential live-action feature was planned at one point with actor and martial arts impressario Ray Park, who last expressed his own continued hopes to play the role back in 2009; the latter was also hyped with actors Idris Elba (Pacific Rim) and […]