Tag Archives: Musical

Over a year ago, Electroshadow brought you the news that Will Smith and wife Jada Pinkett Smith were producing a cinematic remake of the classic Broadway musical “Annie”. The plan was for their daughter Willow Smith to take the title role. Looks like all that’s changed. Following her Oscar nomination in the wonderful indie dramaContinue Reading

Marie B writes a lonely review of the movie based on a beloved stage musical. As the curtains close on “Les Misérables”, are these really songs worth singing?…

Universal Pictures today debuted the first official poster for their feature film adaptation of “Les Misérables”. Those who’re fans of the famous stage musical will instantly recognise the design. While some might say that’s unimaginative, I think it makes for good brand name recall and a nice transition from stage to screen. Simple, yet striking.Continue Reading

Joseph Gordon-Levitt has reached the point in his career where’s he’s got enough clout to get films made. And that can only be a good thing, if his starring choices are any indication. He usually picks very solid material. Today, Heat Vision reported that the 31-year-old actor is currently developing a remake of the classicContinue Reading

American Idol Jordin Sparks’ first movie role is also pop legend Whitney Houston’s last. This musical tells the story of an upcoming singer in the 1960s…

The stage classic “Les Miserables” is shaping up to be quite promising on the big screen. Today, star Hugh Jackman revealed the look of his character Jean Valjean for the brand new film adaptation, and it’s a never-before-seen glimpse into the production. Jackman Tweeted: “Very excited about how the first days of filming are going!!Continue Reading

Tom Cruise leads this musical based on the hit Broadway production, set in the 80s and featuring some of the decade’s most famous anthems…

There’s a rumour that’s been going around for some time that Tom Cruise is gay. I’ll not pander to the gossip hounds on this. What I will do however, is make fun of him here. The Cruiser’s next project is a musical, where he plays a flamboyant singer named Stacee Jaxx. I kid you not.Continue Reading