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Kick-Ass, Spider-Man Musical, Smallville: Nov 6th Comic Reel

Fri, November 6th, 2009 at 7:58AM (PST)

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KICK-ASS

IGN has a number of posters for the film. Each features a different character and combined, the spell out the title.

Directed by Matthew Vaughan, release date: April 16th, 2010

SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK

Bono says relax. In an in-depth article about the musical's problems, the songwriter tells The Los Angeles Times, "The visuals and the music are amazing, and that's what will matter." The article mentions some plot and staging elements, the newcomer cast as Peter Parker, and the history of the production.

Starring Alan Cumming, release date: TBA

SMALLVILLE

Kryptonsite has a photogallery from the upcoming episode, "Idol," featuring the Wonder Twins.

New episode: Friday

IRON MAN 2

Continuing his talk with MTV News, Sam Rockwell discusses what influenced his performance in the film:

Starring Robert Downey Jr., release date: May 7th, 2010

MICRONAUTS

In an article about the rise of toy-inspired movies, The Wall Street Journal reports "Star Trek" director J.J. Abrams is in talks to develop and possibly direct a film based on the beloved early 80s toy line.

Release date: TBA

WEEKEND GETAWAY

Cue Loverboy and get me a White Russian, it's the weekend! While I'm taking in some rack time and playing "Brutal Legend," I'll be checking in periodically to see if anything breaks. Meanwhile, if any of you in the great, wide Internet discover something awesome, disheartening, or just plain weird this weekend, let us know! Take credit, come up with a clever nickname, or go anonymous. The choice is yours. Fresh rumors and movie news every weekday morning. I am Erik Amaya bracing for the future threat of the week to come.

Keywords:  kick-ass, spider-man, smallville, iron man 2, micronauts

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