‘Prince Caspian’ Becomes ‘Dorian Gray’

andPOP Staff — Tue, 20 May 2008 03:27:35 +0000

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Prince Caspian has a new gig.

Relative newcomer Ben Barnes, who starred in the new instalment of “The Chronicles of Narnia,” has been cast in an adaptation of “The Picture of Dorian Gray.”

The film will begin production in late July. Barnaby Thompson will produce with Oliver Parker directing; the pair recently collaborated on the adaptation of “The Importance of Being Earnest.”

“The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian” grossed $55 million this weekend, beating “Iron Man.”

‘Superbad’ Michael Cera’s ‘Revolt’

andPOP Staff — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 17:31:14 +0000

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Brampton-born Michael Cera will star as Nick Twisp in the film adaptation of the 1993 C.D. Payne novel Youth in Revolt: the Journals of Nick Twisp.

The story’s heavy use of black humour, camp and overt portrayals of teen sexuality make it a perfect fit for Cera, 19, whose charmingly awkward comedic talents were showcased in the cult hit show Arrested Development and this summer’s blockbuster hit Superbad.

The film will follow 14-year-old Nick as he deals with his parents’ imminent divorce by setting his sights on his dream girl Sheeni Saunders, hoping that she’ll be the one to take his virginity.

Cera can be seen next in Juno, alongside fellow Canadian talent Ellen Page. The quirky comedy premiered to rave reviews at this month’s Toronto International Film Festival, being called “This year’s Little Miss Sunshine.” A must see, Juno will have a limited release in late 2007.

Until then, get your Cera fix by checking out the Juno trailer, his hysterical summer project “Clark and Michael”, and his indie band, The Long Goodbye.

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‘Prince Caspian’ Becomes ‘Dorian Gray’

‘Superbad’ Michael Cera’s ‘Revolt’