Check out the Official Trailer for 'Furious 7'

If you had told me back in 2001 that 13 years later we'd still be getting new F&F sequels I would have either flat out called you a liar or wept for the downfall of American cinema. Here we are, 2014, just months away from the latest installment of the franchise, not only is the series thriving but the last few movies have set a new standard of popcorn cinema sequels, showing that it's totally possible to reinvent your franchise while staying true to the core of your films. If not for the tragic passing of Paul Walker I would assume they could have kept the franchise going for at least two films after 7, hell...they still might!

The below trailer doesn't really show us too much about the central plot of the film, but it does show that the stunts, chemistry and fun are still there, what more do you need? Jason Statham is our big bad this time around, brother to the villain who was dispatched in 6. We caught sight of Statham's character in a post-credits sequence where it was revealed that he was behind the death of Han in Tokyo Drift, a scene that is revisited in this trailer. Then to the mobile jailbreak of Megan (Nathalie Emmanuel from Game of Thrones), which contains more than the usual amount of crazy cool that we've come to expect from the series. Added bonus of some shots featuring Kurt Russel!

Check out the trailer below and look for Furious 7 when it hits theaters April 3rd, 2014. 

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Quentin Tarantino's 'The Hateful Eight' May Shoot Early Next Year

The path to Quentin Tarantino filming his next Western, The Hateful Eight, has been a bumpy one. Initially set to be his follow-up to Django Unchained (the two films are not related), those plans were derailed when the script was leaked and Tarantino publicly flamed out over it. But after a successful script reading a couple of months ago the project seemed to be back on with a November shoot planned. And while the film does seem to be a go, it may be happening a little bit later.

One of those who took part in the live read was Kurt Russell (also of Tarantino's Death Proof), and speaking with Fox's Philly affiliate about upcoming projects he revealed when The Hateful Eight is expected to begin production, saying "There's a Tarantino project called The Hateful Eight that looks like it may go somewhere around the beginning of the year." 

Adding a bit of fuel to his were Russell's comments about Bone Tomahawk, another Western which he says could shoot in October. Doubtful he'd be able to do both. Also, the fact that Russell is up on The Hateful Eight's schedule further suggests the entire cast from the script read has been approached to return. That cast consisted of  Russell, Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Dern, Michael Madsen, James Remar, Amber Tamblyn, Walt Goggins, and Zoe Bell. We'll see if timing can be worked out to bring them all back in. [FirstShowing]

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See When Baseball was Fun in Trailer for 'The Battered Bastards of Baseball'

Tired of hearing your friends rave about the World Cup? Join the club. And while baseball doesn't rate a lot higher than soccer on the excitement scale, a documentary like The Battered Bastards of Baseball shows just how much fun the diamond can be....at least in the minor leagues.

Premiering at Sundance to rave reviews, and already in line for a remake by Justin Lin (Fast Five), The Battered Basterds of Baseball chronicles the true story of the Portland Mavericks, a minor league squad owned by Bing Russell (Kurt Russell's father) in the 1970s. Putting together a team full of misfits and working outside of the Major League Baseball system, Russell made every game a wild spectacle of a sporting event, and the team became a phenomenon during their brief-but-awesome existence.

The Battered Bastards of Baseball hits Netflix on July 11th.


THE BATTERED BASTARDS OF BASEBALL (Netflix) Trailer by thesevensees

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Kurt Russell and Jay Baruchel Plan a Heist in 'The Art of the Steal' Trailer

Much like the trailer we just put up for Rob the Mob, the heist film The Art of the Steal is made somewhat more interesting by the assemblage of talent. But much like the first trailer we saw months ago before its coolly-received TIFF premiere, there's little about it that doesn't give you the sense of "been there, done that".

Starring Jay Baruchel, Kurt Russell, Terence Stamp, Katheryn Winnick, and Matt Dillon, the film centers on washed-up motorcycle daredevil  and former art thief Crunch Calhoun (Russell), who takes on the infamous "one last job' with his brother. Of course it goes belly-up as these things always do, and you can probably figure out all the twists and turns from there.

The Art of the Steal hits VOD February 7th, and then in theaters March 14th.


The Art of the Steal with Kurt Russell – Official Trailer by FanReviews

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Kurt Russell Confirmed In New 'Fast & Furious 7' Set Image

It's possible that the addition of Kurt Russell could be more important to Fast & Furious 7 than Jason Statham. At least over the long haul, that is. The only question was whether or not he would actually come aboard the franchise after being rumored for an expanding role a couple of weeks ago. Turns out the ink has now dried and Russell has already begun showing up to work because Vin Diesel just dropped this image of of the veteran actor on set.

What we know about Russell's character suggests he's going to be around for awhile, and has roots that run all the way back to 2001's The Fast and the Furious. What's clear is that he won't be part of Dominic Toretto's crew and will be at least in some way associated with Ian Shaw (Statham), the villain seeking revenge for the death of his brother in Fast & Furious 6. Russell's role is expected to be small now but grow into something larger in Fast & Furious 8, and since we now know there will be a ninth film it could possibly spill over into that.

Russell joins other newcomers Tony Jaa, Djimon Hounsou, Nathalie Emmanuel, and Ronda Rousey, with Lucas Black making his triumphant return. Fast & Furious 7 opens on July 11th 2014.

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First Official Set Image from 'Fast & Furious 7'; Details on Kurt Russell's Role

You get a lot of the old and a little bit of the new in this first official set pic from next year's Fast & Furious 7. The image shows stars Vin Diesel and Paul Walker, staring off enigmatically in what appears to be a bayou-esque locale. In the background is newcomer Nathalie Emmanuel, who some may recognize from HBO's Game of Thrones. She's rumored to be a new member of Dom Toretto's crew as they head back home to Los Angeles. The photo debuted over at Diesel's Facebook page (like most of these things do), captioned "the unknown road ahead...."

Other new faces include Djimon Hounsou, Jason Statham, Rhonda Rousey, Tony Jaa, Kurt Russell, and director James Wan, with some new details recently emerging about Russell's character that could be considered a spoiler.

According to the film's Twitter, Russell doesn't seem to be confirmed just yet, but we know that his character will be a villain, and one with a reason to want revenge on Dom. He'll play the father of Jesse (Chad Lindberg), a member of Dom's team who was killed in a drive-by in The Fast and the Furious. His character will work alongside Ian Shaw (Statham), but won't become a major factor until Fast & Furious 8.

Fast & Furious 7 opens on July 11th 2014.

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Kurt Russell Races To 'Fast & Furious 7', Hopefully as Stuntman Mike

After portraying another memorable Quentin Tarantino character as Death Proof's Stuntman Mike, it seemed like Kurt Russell was on the verge of a major comeback. He had a role in the director's Django Unchained, where he would have replaced Kevin Costner, but then dropped out himself soon after. Now he's jumping into another blockbuster, and hopefully this time he'll stick around for the duration.

Russell is the latest new addition to James Wan's Fast & Furious 7, joining Ronda Rousey, Jason Statham and Tony Jaa. Russell's role is being kept under wraps, but it's said to be the same one offered to Denzel Washington awhile back, which probably means he's a good guy. Our friends over at Bleeding Cool have a bit more info, saying his backstory is connected to the villainous Shaw brothers. Luke Evans played one of them in the prior film, with Statham now taking over as the older sibling.

Between Statham, Jaa, and Russell, I'm pretty much in heaven when it comes to the new cast. Almost helps me get over those who won't be coming back. Almost. The only way this would be cooler is if Russell is revealed to be Stuntman Mike seeking revenge on tough chicks the world over. He'd find plenty to contend with in this cast, that's for sure.

Fast & Furious 7 begins filming soon for release on May 24th 2014. [Variety]

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Kurt Russell also no longer in 'Django Unchained'

Stuntman Mike!!? Nooooo!! It's going to take a lot of departures to truly hurt the star power of Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained, but in two days we've learned that two of the biggest players are no longer even in the film.  Yesterday it was Sacha Baron Cohen revealing that he had to drop out due to press commitments for The Dictator. Now today it's Variety and TheFilmStage who confirm that Kurt Russell has also left the set, possibly out of disappointment with his role. What the heck? Didn't these two hit it off during Death Proof?

Add these names to Joseph Gordon-Levitt, who left to pursue his directorial debut, and Kevin Costner who departed before filming began. Russell was set to play Ace Woody, the Mandingo trainer and right hand man to the evil Calvin Candie. I guess we'll have to wait and see who will fill that role now.

That still leaves Leonardo DiCaprio, Jamie Fox, Christoph Waltz, Samuel L. Jackson, Kerry Washington, Rza, and Don Johnson as just a small part of an impressive cast.  Django Unchained rolls on, set to open on Christmas Day 2012.

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Kurt Russell replaces Kevin Costner in Django Unchained

When Kurt Russell replaced Mickey Rourke as Stuntman Mike in Quentin Tarantino's grindhouse roadster flick, Death Proof, he gave a performance so good it should have kept him a busy man for years to come. I love Death Proof, and Russell(along with the sick soundtrack) is the main reason why. Instead we haven't seen him in four years, much to my disappointment. If he was sitting by the phone hoping for the next call from Tarantino then his wait is finally over.

After having Kevin Costner in place for the role of Ace Woody, the brutal slave master and right hand man of Calvin Candie(Leonardo Dicaprio) in his spaghetti western Django Unchained, Costner was forced to back out due to scheduling. Now TheWrap reports the job has gone to Russell, and if you ask me it's a definite upgrade. Nothing against Costner, but I envision the the role with a bit more of an edge, and Russell definitely fits the bill. Here's hoping he gets an eyepatch ala Snake Plissken.

He joins a cast that includes Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Samuel L. Jackson, Dennis Christopher, Michael K. Williams, Gerald McRaney, and the newly added Laura Cayouette(Kill Bill 2) as Calvin Candie's sister. Django Unchained hits theaters on Christmas Day 2012!

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Another day, another 'Expendables' post

Sorry guys, I feel like I've only done The Expendables posts for the last month. What can I say, there's not much other news out there. Anyway, I came across this little tidbit right from Sylvester at the 'StalloneZone', seems he tried to get Kurt Russell to join the movie but was less than successful. Ehh, this doesn't bother me one bit. Yeah I love Kurt Russell and he was great in many action movies..I mean the guy is Snake Plissken for God's sake. However I never put him in the circle of the 'Testostorone Team' of the 80's, even though he did do Tango and Cash with Stallone. The most interesting part of this whole thing is how douchbaggy Russell apparently was when asked to join the movie by, what I would assume to be, an old buddy. Here's the post from Stallone:

I know that many people on the site have asked for Kurt Russell. I asked for him too. Actually, I was taken aback when asked to put the request in a letter and send it to his agent. Subsequently, I was called back by the agent several days later after refusing to send a letter and he said Kurt Russell is not interested in ‘ensemble acting’ at this time.

So, People, I came, I saw, I failed.

Best,
Sly

Really? Kurt, the last big thing you did was Death Proof. You're gonna let your possibly last big role be Stuntman Mike? Even if it is an "ensemble acting" gig it's a hell of an ensemble and an event of a film.

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