Paul Giamatti Wants To Play Rhino In A Spider-Man Movie

Tuesday night on Conan actor Paul Giamatti (Sideways) confesses he's campaigning to play The Rhino in a Spider-Man movie professing his affection for the brute villain. Currently The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is under going script development so there is a possibility of the Rhino making an appearance. There have been rumors ever since Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 4 that the Sinister Six a group of villains that come together to kill Spider-Man could be involved in a two part film. The Rhino being a member could give a reason to finally include him. Other members include Green Goblin, Doc Oc and Sandman which are expected to return in future films.

Sony Moving Forward With Amazing Spider-Man 2, James Vanderbilt Returns To Write Script

HeatVision reports that Sony is starting development on The Amazing Spider-Man 2 as they've just commissioned a script. They've hired James Vandebilt who worked on the first film to return and work on the sequel. Director Marc Webb and the cast including Andrew Garfield are likely to return for the sequel as well. Since studios setup trilogy contracts when it comes to possible franchises. It's a similar confidence that Warner Bros. had when they started work on Green Lantern 2 before the first film was finished. The Amazing Spider-Man is still currently shooting and won't be released until 2012.

The Amazing Spider-Man Official Title of Spidey Reboot, Plus New Still!

Sony has announced the new title of the Spidey reboot is officially The Amazing Spider-Man. Personally I think everything Sony and director Marc Webb have done with the reboot has been for the benefit of fans and I'm really looking forward to this. The studio has also released a new image of Andrew Garfield in full costume including a web-shooter pose. I expect we could see a teaser trailer sometime during Comic-Con this summer and I can't wait to see what this costume looks like in action.

Mark Heyman Set To Write Age of Rage & Machine Man

HeatVision reports that Black Swan screenwriter Mark Heyman has been set to write Age of Rage for director Marc Webb (500 Days of Summer, Spider-Man). The project is getting comparisons to a mix between Lord of The Files meets Children of Men. It's set in a post-apocalyptic society where all the adults have died and a group of teens sets about trying to establish a new society.

Heyman is also working on adapting Max Berry's novel Machine Man for Darren Aronofsky. A gadget geek and engineer working at a forward-thinking tech firm decides to systematically replace his weaker fleshy parts with high-end titanium performance upgrades of his own design. But he isn’t the only one with plans for his superior parts. It's likely this will be next film for Aronofsky when completes production on The Wolverine.

Set Photo Reveals Full Spidey Costume & Web Shooters

MTV was able to get this new set photo from the new Spider-Man film. It's our first full glimpse of the new Spidey costume with mask and web shooters. If you look close the web shooter device is clearly on Andrew's wrist.

Spider-Man Will Be Shot With Red Epic 3D Cameras, Plus A Blond Emma Stone

Production just started on Spider-Man Monday and it was revealed by cinematographer John Schwartzman to Engadget the camera system they'll be using. They've gone with Red Epic 3D cameras which will also be used on the two Hobbit films. It's exciting since these are the best digital cameras on the market and will boost the film's visual presence. Emma Stone who is playing Gwen Stacy was spotted donning her new blond locks. 

Peter Parker's Parents Cast & New Villain For Spider-Man

Some exciting Spider-Man casting news from HeatVision they reveal Sony has cast Campbell Scott (Damages) and Julianne Nicholson (Law & Order: Criminal Intent) as Peter's parents Mary/ Richard Parker. We've never seen the two featured in the films or even an explanation of how they died. It will be interesting to see how they fit into the story.

Irrfan Khan best known to western audiences as the policeman from Slumdog Millionaire will play a new villain. He'll play scientist Van Atter who has connections to Norman Osborn and the Goblin experiments. Eventually becoming Proto-Goblin, an early test subject of the goblin formula. I assume this means we'll be hearing casting for Harry and Norman soon.

Denis Leary Joins Spider-Man

HeatVision reports Denis Leary of Rescue Me is in talks to take the role of Police Captain Stacy in Spider-Man. Stacy is Gwen's (Emma Stone) father and having Denis join the stellar cast is yet another excellent step forward.

RUMOR: Zooey Deschanel To Play Betty Brant?

Yet another one of my hopefuls for Spider-Man is linked for a supporting a role (previously John Slattery). Zooey Deschanel (Hitchhikers Guide, 500 Days of Summer, Your Highness) who I had pegged for the role of Betty Brant is in mind for the part. It's expected like Mary Jane she will evolve into a love interest in future films. In other news it has been confirmed the studio will not include MJ in the first film most likely to avoid a love triangle and keep budget costs down.

While some of the actors/characters haven't been officially confirmed the cast could look like this Andrew Garfield (Peter), Emma Stone (Gwen), Rhys Ifans (Dr. Connors/Lizard), Martin Sheen (Uncle Ben), Sally Field (Aunt May) and John Slattery (J. Joanh Jameson). With the possible addition of Zooey (Betty). The combination of the cast, director Marc Webb and script from James Vanderbilt (Zodiac) this film seems like it could rival Raimi's beyond previous expectations.

Martin Sheen To Play Uncle Ben In Spider-Man

Finally some more casting news from Marc Webb's Spider-Man reboot. HeatVision reports that Martin Sheen (The Departed) is in talks to take on the role of Uncle Ben.

Rhys Ifans Is The Lizard In Spidey Reboot

TheWrap reports that Rhys Ifans is in fact playing Dr. Curt Connors who becomes the Lizard. Dylan Baker previously played the role but never became the villain.

Rhys Ifans To Play Villain In Spider-Man

Deadline reports Sony has hired their villain for Marc Webb's Spider-Man reboot. Rhys Ifans has been cast as the film's villain yet it's unknown which one it is. There have been rumors of Venom returning along with the possibility of the Green Goblin since there is connection with Gwen (Emma Stone). Yet Sony could be giving us a new villain like Electro, Scorpion or even the Vulture.

CAST 'EM!: Marc Webb's Spider-Man

Now that we have Spider-Man's two main leads with Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker and Emma Stone as Gwen Stacy I'm curious who will be cast in other roles. I'm going to list who I'd like to see in supporting roles. Of course I could list villains but until we actually know who the villain might be I won't.

Harry Osborn: Anton Yelchin is rumored for the role and it's for good reason. He is excellent addition to any cast he's proven this with both Star Trek and Terminator Salvation (being one of only the best parts of the film). Hopefully they explore the darker side of Harry and his major anger issues early in the films.

Mary Jane Watson: Like Harry she was a hard partier and wild child. Unlike what we saw in Raimi's films where MJ was duller to watch than paint drying. Mary Elizabeth Winstead was my first choice for Mary Jane and would be a great love interest for both Harry and Peter (in sequels). MEW is best known for Scott Pilgrim Vs The World but has also had some decent smaller roles in action films like Die Hard 4 and Tarantino's Death Proof. She'll be testing her leading actress skills again in the Thing prequel in April.

Aunt May: Helen Mirren might not come to most people's minds when thinking of this role but it seems like no brainier when you do think about it. She's been able to pull off almost any role she's given and isn't opposed to doing comic book (Red), action (The Debt) or comedy(Aurthur) films. Helen is able to dress down for roles as well like she did in the Queen.

J. Jonah Jameson: John Slattery is becoming more known from his show Mad Men and is perfect for Jameson. While I believe he should be the brooding force of hatred financing supervillains like The Scorpion to capture Spider-Man. I doubt Sony will go down that road since Raimi gave us the lovable version of J.J. Yet if they did do that Stephen Lang (Public Enemies, Avatar, Conan) would be perfect for it. Slattery on the other hand could be great for both sides of Jameson if they ever decide to change him. While he played a small role in Iron Man 2 it's not uncommon for actors to be cast in more than one Marvel project (Ray Stevenson, Idris Elba, Ryan Reynolds).

Betty Brant: Jameson's secretary/assistant Betty Brant pretty much keeps J.J. in check and is known to flirt with Peter. It would be nice to see her more involved in the franchise. I'd like to think in each film we'll see Peter involved with different girls from the comics. Zooey Deschanel would be great for Betty since she's got just the edge to steal scenes with the small role.

Robbie Robertson: Ernie Hudson needs to return to comic book films. While it's unknown when he'll actually start work on Ghostbusters 3 I think this would be perfect for him. Ernie did amazing work on the HBO series Oz and helped make The Crow one of best comic book films of the 90's.

Emma Stone Officially Gwen Stacy In Spider-Man

In an odd last minute twist Emma Stone is not playing redhead vixen Mary Jane Watson but rather blond sweetheart Gwen Stacy in Spider-Man. Deadline both broke the original casting news but now has the official press release from Sony which lists Stone as the main love interest Gwen. I'm not sure how Emma will look blond but she's officially the female lead. Director Marc Webb had some kind words for the actress.

“The chemistry between Andrew and Emma was stunning and made Emma the clear choice. At the heart of the story of Peter Parker is not only the amazing Spider-Man, but also an ordinary teenager who is wondering what he has to do to get the girl. Andrew and Emma will bring everything audiences expect to these roles, but also make them their own. Much to my surprise, it was fun to find out that our choice for Gwen (Emma) is also a natural blonde.”

3 More In The Running For Gwen Stacy

Most know Mary Jane Watson as the love of Peter Parker's life. Yet Gwen Stacy was his original girlfriend and will be the leading lady of the new film. Peter even asked her to marry him and also was one of the first people he told was Spider-Man. Deadline reports that there are three more actresses in the running for the role. They include Dominique McElligott (Moon, Dark Floors), Dianna Agron (Glee) and newcomer Georgina Haig. Out of these actresses including Mia Wasikowska (Alice In Wonderland) I would have say I'd like to see Dominique McElligott get the part.

My choice since day one for Gwen Stacy has been Amber Heard (The Rum Diaries). She's another actress like Emma Stone who is well known to audiences and is old enough to play either high school or college versions of the character. Amber has had some decent smaller roles in films like Zombieland and Pineapple Express. She even gave an excellent lead performance in the horror flick All The Boys Love Mandy Lane which still hasn't been released in theaters or DVD in North America.

Emma Stone Is The New MJ In Spider-Man

Deadline reports Sony has sent out an offer to actress Emma Stone to play the new Mary Jane Watson in Spider-Man. It's very likely she'll except the offer and will be officially announced soon. Stone would play opposite Andrew Garfield (The Social Network) in the reboot. It's known that MJ won't be be the only female lead as Parker's first love Gwen Stacy will be in the movie too. Casting seems to be revving up so more news should be coming out in the next week or so.

Emma Stone MJ In Spider-Man Reboot?

Variety reports that Emma Stone (Superbad, Easy A) is a strong candidate to be cast in Spider-Man. Entertainment Weekly also reports that Stone recently tested for the film reading opposite the new Peter Parker, Andrew Garfield.  While it's likely they're searching for Gwen Stacy they could also be looking for the new Mary Jane Watson. If MJ was to be in the film I would assume she would take the role of friend rather than love interest. Emma is one of the many actresses I previously had pegged for the role when the reboot was first announced. I believe Stone would be an asset for the franchise and could help sway audiences. She has the personality and charm to bring much needed life to the character. Which had been given a wooden performance previously by Kirsten Dunst.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead The New Mary Jane?

Mary Elizabeth Winstead (Scott Pilgrim, Death Proof, Die Hard 4) is one of many possible actresses testing to star opposite Andrew Garfield in the new Spider-Man reboot.

Andrew Garfield Is Officially Spider-Man

Sony Pictures has confirmed that Andrew Garfield (Doctor Parnassus, Red Riding Trilogy) has been cast as the new Spider-Man in Marc Webb's (500 Days of Summer) reboot. Garfield has previously screen tested for both Jack The Giant Killer and X-Men First Class.

Jamie Bell Is The New Spider-Man?

BleedingCool reports that Sony and director Marc Webb (500 Days of Summer) have settled on British actor Jamie Bell for the lead role of Peter Parker in the Spider-Man reboot. Bell has recently worked on King Kong, Defiance and is playing Tintin in the motion-capture trilogy. While he was on the list of five possible candidates it has yet to be confirmed by the trades or Sony.