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The Daily Whatbrings us a creepy cosplay photo of the day, featuring Nemo fromFinding Nemo(and what is that near his legs?)
What is Page 2?Page 2 is a compilation of stories and news tidbits, which for whatever reason, didn’t make the front page of /Film. After the jump we’ve included40different items, fun images, videos, casting tidbits, articles of interest and more. It’s like a mystery grab bag of movie web related goodness. If you have any interesting items that we might’ve missed that you think should go in /Film’s Page 2 –email us!
Today’s t-shirt of the day onTeeFuryis a prehistoric look atThe Family Guy. Available today only, and for only $10 plus shipping.
The Avengersand other big name movies pull out of Michigan after GOP threatens to remove filming incentives. [DFP]
Someone recreatedThe Dead Islandtrailer using footage fromEdgar Wright’sShaun of the Dead. [wrighthere]
The Hollywood Reporterexplains why Superman directorZack Snyderand wife/producing partnerDeborah Johnsonare a bundle deal. Duh, they’re married!
rack911 created aSpongeBob Terminatorout of LEGO. [laughingsquid]
The Motion Picture Association of America is close to naming former Democratic senatorChris Doddas its new chairman. [nyt]
UK graphic designer Dave Will created thisSaul Bass-inspiredBack to the FuturePoster.you’re able to buy a copy here. [Meet In The Lobby]
French directorMichel Gondrywill head the Cannes short film jury. [thr]
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Who knew that Doc Brown has a book store in Wantagh, New York? [patch]
Geek Countrylists 5 things to consider for theSupermanreboot movie.
This is whatGeorge Lucaslooked like, without a beard. [ryangallagher]
Film School RejectscelebrateFight ClubauthorChuck Palahniuk’s birthday by taking a look at 9 Palahbiuk books which should be movies.HijinksEnsuetakes onFringe’s Friday night death slot. The Bicycle Film Festival is back for its eleventh year.
Here is more information thanks toCool Hunting:
Started in 2001 by Brendt Barbur after a bus hit him while riding his bike in NYC, the event invites films across all genres and styles as long as it contains a bike-related theme. The program will travel to over 25 cities this year including New York, Paris, Liverpool and Milan.
/Film reader Nick C sent in this mash-up video which takes footage from aRugratsepisode that was a reference toThe Fugitivemashed up with audio from… “The Fugitive”.
Topless Robotlists 8 Movies That Inexplicably Got Cartoon Spin-offs with videos.
What if Disney bought DC Comics instead of Marvel? [bleedingcool]
ShortListlists movies worst movie miscasts.
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Animal Beatboxwon the Tropfest Short Film Festival. Watch it above. [filmdrunk]Pajibalists The 10 Most Horrific Incidents of Off-Screen Movie Theater Violence.
/Film reader Angela W sent in the above two photos: “Designer Jeremy Scott’s Fall 2011 collection borrowed heavily from pop culture, and included these superhero-inspired looks (among others). The full collectioncan be seen here.”
The Hollywood Reporterexplains whyKing’s Speechhas Oscars History Working Against a Best Picture Win: “The taste-making organization has yet to list a film centering on a British ruler as a best picture winner.”
WatchAziz Ansari’s Audition Reel From the Producers Guild Awards.
The Motion Picture Sound Editors recently announced their annual Golden Reel Awards, andInceptioncame out the big winner. [gatw]
Disney princess hipsters. [reddit]
Detriot’sRobocopstatue will not feature a gun. Pete Hottelet, the founder of Omni Consumer Products, explains toio9: “Again, going back to the reasoning along the same lines as the Superman statue. Superman has deadly heat vision, and he uses it when necessary, but the concepts and ideals that he stands for are not irrevocably tied to the use of deadly force.”
DIY: How To Make a WirelessBatmanBust Light Switch [The New Hobbyist]
South ParkcreatorsTrey ParkerandMatt Stone’s religious satireThe Book of Mormonis scheduled to premiere on Broadway on March 24th 2011, but previews begin this Thursday. [perez]
CopeandDalton have compiled a video showing the 2011 Oscar highlights in advance of the ceremony.
John Landisprovides audio commentary for the movie trailer forPlanet of the Apes, on the latest edition ofTrailers From Hell.
Universal Pictures has released a new Spanish poster forHop. [impa]
Minnie Driverhas been cast as one of the leads in CBS’Hail Mary. [EW]Star WarsguruBonnie Burtonshows you how to make Lightsaber Pencil Holders.Michael Bay’swebsiteclarifies earlier reports that Michael is NOT directing a movie starringTaylor Lautner. It’s a project Platinum Dunes might produce.Adam Jureskocreated this movie poster forAll The President’s Men. [reelizer]Wes Anderson’s new filmMoonrise Kingdomis gearing up — the production has begun posting casting notices for the film at the end of January in Rhode Island. [boston]
Interior design companyLuxxboxshared on theirTwitteraccount that thePrometheusproduction crew has showed interest in their Brainwash tables (pictured above). [alienprequelnews]
Battle: Los Angelesvideo game in development according to Australian ratings board. [gamerant]
