He was never going to get an easy ride about this was he? Kevin Smith has voiced his pessimism over the ability to sustain the title “A Couple Of Dicks” for his upcoming buddy cop film. Smith’s record with authorities, particularly the MPAA, is far from stellar and we only need to point out his troubles with “Zack And Miri Make A Porno” to provide further evidence. The new stumbling block being television networks ABC, NBC and CBS have refused to advertise the film before 9.00pm. [/Film]
Steven Seagal’s link to Robert Rodriguez’s “Machete” look to be on the ball as well with the actor now reportedly on track to to join the project depending only on “conditions,” whatever that means. Nothing to write home about but looks like negotiations are taking place and an offer it at least on the table. But maybe Seagal think’s he’s worth more than he actually is? [Moviehole]
What looks to be concept art for Zack Snyder’s “Sucker Punch” has been unveiled via a t-shirt that was handed during Snyder “Watchmen” screening at Comic-Con. [FirstShowing]
Roberto Orci has hinted that the next installment of the new “Star Trek” franchise could be the first of a two parter. Whether that be in regards to story or linked production or both remains to be seen. [io9]
Jamie King is set to star in the adaptation of graphic novel “Emo Boy” about a kid who… **can’t… muster… the strength….**. “Fanboys” director Kyle Newman will helm. Ugh. [The Hollywood Reporter]
Another look at Mike Newell’s “Prince Of Persia” has been released. Yawn. [Empire]
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje has revealed that he is in talks with Marvel to lead a film adaptation of “Black Panther,” the African warrior-king. At least they’re not going down the beaten path of looking at Will Smith. [MTV]
Rob Zombie has revealed he has no intention to make a third film in his rebooted “Halloween” franchise. One film too late for the realization? He said the same thing about “Halloween 2,” and look where he is now. [MTV]
D.J. Caruso is attached to direct a film adaptation of EA game “Dead Space.” Set in the 26th century in deep space, the game follows an engineer who responds to a distress signal from a mining ship finds the vessel infested with monstrous creatures called Necromorphs who are human corpses, reanimated by an alien virus. [Variety]