Sunday, December 21, 2008

NUMBER 1 FILM UK: FIRST OFFICIAL UPDATE

Posted by Mi So-Young

Mi So-Young here with first ever report from England, United of Kingdoms. Purpose of entry is to report news and industry rumors of films soon to be released and in pre-production. This post is written weekly because here at NUMBER 1 we firmly believe UK cinephiles are as important as the US variation. Remember, you read it here 1st!


* Jim Carrey cast in new comedy LIAR LIAR 2: CAN'T SAY NO

Liquid faced James Carrey has just been cast as the lead in sequel to his smash 1997 hit. Details of the plot are sparse, but sources say a new twist has been introduced - Carrey can lie, but cannot say no. Word is that Red Bull will sponsor the film for $10 billion.




* James Brolin cast as Harvey Milk in new biopic MILK

Mr Brolin, the star of recent hits No Country For Old Men and W, will be playing the famous gay rights politician. Brolin is said to have been delighted at the decision and says "I can't wait to do gay - it's a radical departure from my usual work". Sean Penn has signed on to play Token Gay Man #1, Emile Hirsch to play Token Gay Man #2 and Lance Henriksen to play Token Gay Man #3.









Please Note: Publicist's for both projects could not be reached for comment


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