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Wednesday, November 26, 2008

New Johnny Depp and "Public Enemies" pics in Empire Magazine

New stills from Johnny Depp's upcoming film Public Enemies are featured in the January 2009 issue of EMPIRE magazine. Be sure to buy a copy as there seems to be an interview with Public Enemies' director Michael Mann as well as the stills that you won't want to miss. Public Enemies stars Johnny Depp as legendary 1930's gangster John Dillinger with Christian Bale as "G-Man" Melvin Purvis and Marion Cotillard as Dillinger's love, Evelyn (Billie) Frechette. Also in the film are Channing Tatum as Pretty Boy Floyd, Giovanni Ribisi as Alvin Karpis and Stephen Dorff as Homer Van Meter. Universal has scheduled a July 01, 2009 release date.

And we thought it was going to be a quiet holiday here in the states. ;)





See the magazine here Click here: Empire: Film Reviews, Movie News and Interviews






and the Public Enemies page here:http://www.empireonline.com/magazine/interactive.asp

A blogger has snapped pics of the pages of the article here: Click here: Empire has PUBLIC ENEMIES exclusive Obsessed With Film







The film is based on the true crime novel "Public Enemies" by Bryan Burrough

Monday, November 24, 2008

Public Enemies trailers by Christmas

Universal Pictures is promising that trailers for the much anticipated Johnny Depp, Michael Mann film "Public Enemies" will hit theaters by Christmas Day.

Source: Click here: Chance to attend 'Public Enemies' film premiere / nwi.com

The film is based on the true crime book by the same name, written by Bryan Burrough. "Public Enemies" also stars Christian Bale, Channing Tatum and Marion Cotillard. It's scheduled for a July 01, 2009 release.

Yes indeed, if could be a very, merry Christmas!

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Caliber's Sam Sarkar in LA signing copies of Caliber Nov. 19


Caliber and Infinitum Nihil's Sam Sarkar will be in LA signing copies of Caliber November 19!


WHO: SAM SARKAR, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT FOR JOHNNY DEPP’S INFINITUM NIHIL & CREATOR OF CALIBER


WHAT: TO HOST RADICAL PUBLISHING BOOK SIGNING AND COMICS PANEL DISCUSSION AT BARNES & NOBLE


WHEN: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, 7:30PM


WHERE: BARNES & NOBLE – THE GROVE


189 Grove Drive

Los Angeles, CA 90036

323. 525. 0270


Breakthrough graphic novel publisher Radical Publishing is proud to debut the release of Caliber, its latest graphic novel masterpiece, with a special signing and comics panel discussion on Wednesday, 19 November 2008 at 7:30PM with entertainment industry veteran Sam Sarkar (creator and writer of Caliber, and director of development for Johnny Depp's production company Infinitum Nihil) located at Barnes & Noble at The Grove on 189 Grove Drive.


Find out what new Fall titles are under Radical Publishing’s sleeve and secure your own copy of Radical’s latest comic book property at this live, in-store event. A must-see calendar event for all comic and graphic novel fanatics. Admission is FREE.



SAM SARKAR


Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Sam Sarkar is a 23-year veteran of the entertainment industry. He began his career as an actor and was one of the leads on the long-running, syndicated television series “Neon Rider”. Following the series, Sam decided to pursue writing and worked for the hit television series “Beverly Hills 90210”. Stemming from his work on the show, he also co-wrote a television pilot for Spelling Entertainment under the direct guidance of TV legend Aaron Spelling. Deciding then to embark on feature films, Sam took some chances, following a varied path of writing screenplays and working as a sound technician. In 2004, after working on several films with actor Johnny Depp, Sam was asked to help run Depp's production company, Infinitum Nihil, headed by Christi Dembrowski. As such, he continues to serve the varied needs of Hollywood as an executive, producer and writer. Caliber is his first graphic novel.


RADICAL PUBLISHING


In a world of publishing where the market is always hungry for the next fresh property, one new publisher is looking to shake things up and deliver exciting new creative products with a bold new business approach. Aptly named, Radical Publishing leverages its experienced leadership, dynamic crew and unique business infrastructure to create that vital connection. Founded by Barry Levine, Jesse Berger, David Elliott and Matthew Berger, Radical Publishing is a manufacturer of the next generation of premium comic book products, with a focus on high-concept stories and art by the top breakthrough talent. Radical has already made significant strides even within its first year, and its success so far continues to encourage the loyalty of a roster of A-list creators as they reap the benefits of success as part of this brave new offering. The quality of the work ensures a longer shelf life for each property as a collective library of intellectual properties. In no way limited to print, Radical's unique business model extends the influence of its properties into new realms that include merchandise (Radical Toyz), children's books (Radical Kidz), and motion picture adaptations (Radical Pictures) that have formed established relationships with companies like Lion Rock Entertainment, Bad Hat Harry Productions, and Johnny Depp's Infinitum Nihil, among numerous others. This year, Radical is also joined by the Asian property foundry Storm Lion. Based in Singapore and led by Edmund Shern, Storm Lion represents the next-gen approach to publishing and entertainment, with titles designed to appeal to Asian and international audiences in comics, books and anime.


Barry Levine is a founding member, President and Publisher at Radical Publishing, set up to introduce the next generation of the comic book medium via a multi-vertical, intellectual property brokerage business model for all media sectors. Levine is widely regarded as one of the top handful of executives in the comics-to-film world that combines expertise in both sourcing as well as producing high-concept filmed media from comic book properties. He is currently producing with Peter Berg and Film 44 on the Radical Comics project Hercules for Universal Studios/Spyglass Entertainment and with Bryan Singer and Bad Hat Harry Productions on the Radical Comics project Freedom Formula. Prior to Radical Publishing, Levine was a producer with a first look deal in the comics-to-film entertainment division of Dark Horse Comics, the largest independent comic book publisher in the world. In his three-year tenure, he set up nine Dark Horse comic book properties as film or television properties with nearly every major studio, including Universal, Sony, Paramount/MTV Films, Warner Bros. and Disney/Miramax. Levine's producing credits include New Line's “Detroit Rock City”, as well as “Driftwood” and “Splinter” under Dark Horse Entertainment independent. Mr. Levine is currently set to produce “Rex Mundi”, with Johnny Depp attached to star, and is an Executive Producer on “R.I.P.D” at Universal. Levine started working in the motion picture business in 1987 as a music supervisor, and worked on such films as “Driving Miss Daisy”, “Guilty By Suspicion”, “Judge Dredd”, “Street Fighter” and “Die Hard With A Vengeance”. Mr. Levine's career began as one of the top rock photographers in the world, photographing the major bands of the 1970s and ’80s including KISS, Motley Crue, Led Zeppelin, Queen, The Beatles, Elton John and hundreds others.

Bid on 2 Tix & After Party Passes to the Premiere of Depp's Public Enemies

Bid on 2 Tix & After Party Passes to the Premiere of Johnny Depp's Public Enemies here: Click here: Charity Folks Online Auctions

I had to laugh about the estimated premiere date being referred to as "early 2009" ???? But it's for charity and if you have the loot? For those of you considering this, pay close attention to this disclaimer on the bidding site:
Meet and greet with talent is not included.

**Be sure to check them out to your own satisfaction for validity before biddng.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Johnny Depp's Public Enemies' first test screening


Looks like Universal had an early test screening of a very rudimentary version of the upcoming Johnny Depp, Michael Mann film about John Dillinger, Public Enemies. Three time Academy award nominee Depp plays Dillinger and Academy award winner Marion Cotillard is Dillinger's love interest Billie Frechette. Christian Bale plays the man on the hunt for Dillinger, "G Man" Melvin Purvis. The film is scheduled for a July 01, 2009 release and is based on the Bryan Burrough true crime book by the same name.

This site has a review. Spolier warning!!
Click here: MacGuyver uses bubblegum & a paperclip to see Michael Mann's PUBLIC ENEMIES over half a year early! -- Ain't It Co

Pic found here: http://tinyurl.com/5p7ghd

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Caliber's Sam Sarkar will be in LA and Miami talking about and signing copies of CALIBER!





Caliber's Sam Sarkar will be in LA and Miami talking about and signing copies of his new hardback edition of CALIBER! Caliber's been optioned by Johnny Depp's production company Infinitum Nihil.


LOS ANGELES SIGNING EVENT

WHO: SAM SARKAR, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT FOR JOHNNY DEPP’S INFINITUM NIHIL & CREATOR OF CALIBER
WHAT: TO HOST RADICAL PUBLISHING BOOK SIGNING AND COMICS PANEL DISCUSSION AT BARNES & NOBLE
WHEN: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH
7:30PM
WHERE: BARNES & NOBLE – THE GROVE

189 Grove Drive Los Angeles, CA 90036

Breakthrough graphic novel publisher Radical Publishing is proud to debut the release of Caliber, its latest graphic novel masterpiece, with a special signing and comics panel discussion on Wednesday, 19 November 2008 at 7:30PM with entertainment industry veteran Sam Sarkar (creator and writer of Caliber, and director of development for Johnny Depp's production company Infinitum Nihil) located at Barnes & Noble at The Grove on 189 Grove Drive. Find out what new Fall titles are under Radical Publishing’s sleeve and secure your own copy of Radical’s latest comic book property at this live, in-store event. A must-see calendar event for all comic and graphic novel fanatics. Admission is FREE.



RADICAL PUBLISHING
MIAMI SIGNING EVENT

WHO: SAM SARKAR, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT FOR JOHNNY DEPP’S INFINITUM NIHIL & CREATOR OF CALIBER
WHAT: TO HOST RADICAL PUBLISHING BOOK SIGNING AT 5TH ANNUAL MIAMI BOOK FAIR INTERNATIONAL
WHEN: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH—SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH
10:00AM-6:00PM
WHERE: Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus

Breakthrough graphic novel publisher Radical Publishing is proud to announce its participation in this year’s 25th annual 2008 Miami Book Fair International taking place Friday, November 14th—Sunday, November 16th, 2008 at Miami Dade College's Wolfson Campus. All three days, visit Radical’s booth for a signing and meet & greet with entertainment industry veteran Sam Sarkar (creator and writer of Caliber, and director of development for Johnny Depp's production company Infinitum Nihil), and find out what new Fall titles are under Radical Publishing’s sleeve. Friday, November 14th: FREE. Saturday, November 15th & Sunday, November 16th: FREE with Admission to the Street Fair ($5.00 for 19+, FREE for 18 and under).

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Bruckheimer on Depp and Pirates 4, Lone Ranger




















Bruckheimer on Depp and Pirates 4 and The Lone Ranger in 2012.

yo ho yo ho.....Hi HO SILVER.......

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=50225

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