Casting begins on Steven Spielberg sci-fi epic feature film 'Robopocalypse'

05/19/2012

 
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The robots of "Robopocalypse" were inspired by real-world robotics research.
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DreamWorks Pictures and Twentieth Century Fox are in pre-production on the feature film "Robopocalypse", based on the New York Times best selling science fiction novel of the same name by Daniel H. Wilson. Principal actor casting is taking place in Los Angeles, and additional casting will take place in Montreal, Canada where shooting will take place beginning in July, 2012. All of the film's extras, stand-ins, and photo-doubles will be hired in Canada.

 

Universal Pictures auditions and casting calls for "Riddick" starring Vin Diesel

09/16/2011

 
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Vin Diesel's character is more powerful and dangerous in "Riddick".
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The upcoming Universal Pictures Vin Diesel science fiction thriller film "Riddick" is set to begin filming in Montreal, Canada in mid-October, 2011. The films casting directors in Los Angeles and Canada are auditioning principal actors for supporting and day player roles, while the extras casting director in Monteal, Canada will be casting extras throughout filming. Additional shooting locations scouted include Regina, Saskatchewan in Canada.