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John Hurt Helps Rescue Tarzan Movie
The upcoming Tarzan movie is well under way, directed by David Yates known for his work on Harry Potter. However, the new film has had a rocky beginning with the production halting last year due to budgetary concerns.
Luckily for the king of the jungle, John Hurt has stepped in to help get the production greenlit again. Hurt, a 72 year old actor who starred in V for Vendetta, Alien and Hellboy, explained it was “wonderful to work with” Yates and that he was happy to help the film move along.
The new Tarzan, produced by Warner Bros, is scheduled for 2016. The cast also includes Samuel L Jackson, Alexander Skarsgard, Margot Robbie and Djimon Hounsou.
Source: BelfastTelegraph
Danny Miller Tribute Plaque in Utah
“Kanab, Utah, bills itself as “Little Hollywood” due to all the Westerns that have filmed there. The local Walk of Fame includes plaques for actors who have appeared in movies or television shows shot locally. Here’s Denny’s plaque.”
Posted by Scott Tracy Griffin on the official Denny Miller: Man For All Reasons Facebook, group
Margot Robbie new face of Jane in the upcoming Tarzan film
Are you excited about the new Tarzan film coming out in 2016? If not, perhaps Margot Robbie can sway you playing Jane Porter, an adventuress who of course becomes the love interest of Tarzan.
Her gorgeous looks aside, Robbie is also bringing several years of acting experience to the set. She has starred in a number of TV series such as Neighbors or Pan Am, and a few blockbuster movies including About Time and The Wolf of Wallstreet. She is also rumored to be acting in a potential Ghost In the Shell film, for the dystopian cyberpunk fans out there.
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Denny Miller Tribute
Our friends at the ERBZine have added a wonderful tribute page to the recently deceased Denny Miller. As we mentioned before, miller was an accomplished author and actor starring in 237 television programs and over 20 different movies. He has also played the lead role in “Tarzan, the Ape Man” from 1959, soon becoming an important member of the Edgar Rice Burroughs family.
The ERB Zine page has a more in-depth biography, as well as several pictures from Miller’s life. Check out out here!
Moviemakers’ fascination with Tarzan
Junkee just posted a great article about what attracts the modern filmmakers to the ageless story of the king of the jungle:
Yet, 15 years after Disney’s animated version – which sparked a lame stage musical adaptation – there’s renewed interest in the Tarzan story. Another live-action Tarzan movie is slated for 2016, starring Alexander Skarsgård (who also looks really nice with few clothes on) alongside Margot Robbie as Jane.
Read the full story at Junkee
Tarzan and Comics of Idaho #1 on sale by the Idaho Comics Group
The Idaho Comics Group is a small, regional and independent comic book publisher located in Boise, Idaho. They are now officially licensing “Tarzan and the Comics of Idaho” series which you can purchase for just $3 (+ shipping/handling) by sending an email to idahocomicsgroup@yahoo.com. As their official blog explains:
Why did we license Tarzan for our comic book anthology? Edgar Rice Burroughs used to live in Idaho on three separate occasions in his life and first started writing notes for his Tarzan first draft here in the Gem State. You can read more about this in an article on the history of comic books in Idaho contained within the pages of Idaho Comics #1.
Check for more details on their Official blog on Tumbr!
Denny Miller, who played Tarzan, dies in Las Vegas
Another good write up about the passing of Denny Miller, courtesy of Review Journal
Denny Miller, oldest living Tarzan actor, passes away
It is always a sad news to see a great talent pass away. Denny Miller was an accomplished author and actor, appearing in 237 different television programs as well as 20 movies. He has starred in 1959’s “Tarzan, the Ape Man,” soon growing to be a big member of the Edgar Rice Burroughs Community.
The Examiner just wrote a great article about Miller’s life and accomplishments, from his early days at UCLA, through unsuccessful dreams of becoming a professional ball player, all the way to his fame on the big screens. Read the full report here.
London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art graduate starring in upcoming Tarzan
Charles Babalola, a former St Bonaventure’s pupil finishing his program at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, has just scored a supporting role in the upcoming Tarzan movie. The lucky break came during the last week of school, when an agent pushed him for the audition. Babalola already visited Warner Bros Studios to have his costumed fitted. He also met with David Yates, director of the previous four Harry Potter movies, who personally offered him the role in the newest Tarzan.
The filming of the movie has already begun, but young actor cannot reveal much at this point. Charles expressed his excitement over this “biggest break” he has ever had, as well as a number of “surreal” experiences such as chatting with Samuel L Jackson. He has also met Alexander Skarsgård and Margot Robbie.
The movie is scheduled to release in 2016.
Source: New Ham Recorder