Dracula's Back

It seems that Dracula is not dead yet and is in fact due back on our screens next year.

It has been revealed that the sequel to Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) is to be called Dracula: The Undead and is due to start filming next June.

Empire online writes: 'Holt and Stoker used Bram Stoker's original notes and found characters and plot threads written by him but cut from the original novel. Even the title of this one is Bram's original title, so with a bit of luck it will feel like a real sequel and not just another spin on the myth.'

So have your garlic at the ready because Dracula is back!

Mosley attempts to change the face of journalism

I am outraged to hear that Formula One chief Max Mosley is attempting to change the way journalism works in this country.

Reports say that he has launched a bid to re-write English privacy law so that editors are required to inform the people who they're writing about before the article is published. The person in question then has the chance to request an injunction against the article.

Press Gazette writes: 'Mosley is arguing that English law is in breach of Article 8 of the Human Rights Act, the right to privacy, by not requiring editors to inform people that their private lives are being written about.'

Whilst I agree that everyone has a right to privacy, I don't feel there is any need to go to such extremes as practically gagging the press. There are plenty of options available for those who feel they have been wronged by the press without having to jeopardise the freedom of speech our press have in this country.

Mosley was awarded £60,000 in damages against the News of the World earlier this year after their reports that he was taking part in a Nazi-themed sex orgy in London were rejected in court. That is a higher amount of damages than is usually awarded for a case of invasion of privacy but, Mosley doesn't seem content with that as he is now trying to completely reform the newspaper industry as we know it.

If his bid is successful, we will be subjected to a far more restricted press, much like that found in other countries. I don't think the possible effect of this has quite been contemplated on all parts and so we can only hope that the bid is unsuccessful and that we can retain the freedom of our press.

See the full story at Press Gazette.

Pineapple Express

Seth Rogen is ever improving his popularity on the big screen as he rolls out brilliantly funny performance after brilliantly funny performance.

His most recent film, Pineapple Express, stands shoulder to shoulder with his previous hits Knocked Up and Superbad for entertainment and humour.

It is a great film, ram-packed with comedy from beginning to end, not to be missed by comedy fans.

For my full review, take a look at Movieriot.co.uk.

Yogi Bear hits Hollywood

The hit cartoon series Yogi Bear, is taking to the big screen thanks to Warner Bros and Surf's Up co-writer Ash Brannon.

According to MovieWeb, the film will follow the likes of Alvin and the Chipmunks in presenting a live action film with elements of CGI. Yogi Bear and sidekick Boo Boo will of course be CG animations with the 'real world' around them.

The series, which has been running since 1961, depicts Yogi and Boo Boo getting into trouble and forever causing strife for Ranger Smith.

Depp's new Disney projects revealed

Hollywood heart throb, Johnny Depp, has been signed to three new Disney projects on top of his already busy filming schedule.

Variety (the entertainment industry newspaper) revealed last week that Depp will be returning as the obscure yet, lovable Captain Jack Sparrow for a fourth installment of the Pirates of the Caribbean series.

Pirates of the Caribbean producer, Jerry Bruckheimer, will also be working with Depp on a separate project as he produces a new take on the Lone Ranger where Depp will star as the Ranger's sidekick Tonto.

Depp will be collaborating once again with his old friend Tim Burton for an adaptation of the Disney classic, Alice in Wonderland. Depp will star as the Mad Hatter in a film that will be made up of 3D animation and performance capture technology.

Dispatch Online writes: 'The announcements for Ranger, Wonderland and “an additional role” were made before a crowd of roaring fans in Hollywood last week when Depp appeared at the Walt Disney Showcase, a preview of the studio’s productions over the next few years.'

Depp is currently signed up or filming for the likes of The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, The Rum Diary and Sin City 3 (to name but a few), so we can expect to see a lot more of the actor on our screens during the next few years.

Harry Potter Update

As promised, here's an update on the new Harry Potter film, due for release later this year.

A short teaser trailer for the new movie is now available. I'm hoping there's more to come but, for now it will do.

Take a look here:

Young Tom Riddle revealed

We may still be awaiting the official Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince trailer but, the wait is over to find out who is going to play young Voldemort.



Movieweb have revealed that Hero Fiennes-Tiffin, nephew of Ralph Fiennes, has been cast as the unhinged 11-year-old Tom Riddle.

Frank Dillane has also been cast as Riddle, he will be playing the teenage Voldemort and Michael Berendt will play 18-year-old Riddle.

I will keep you posted on any other Potter updates.