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September 1, 2010 - TV Updates - Hayden's television schedule has been updated. Jumper airs on FX (basic cable) this month. Reelz Channel TV "Hollywood and Dine" is cooking with Hayden and catch a repeat of Hayden on Jimmy Kimmel Live tonight 11:05 CT or 12:05 ET.
September 1, 2010 - Ultra Party in Toronto for TIFF - ULTRA welcomes HAYDEN CHRISTENSEN at FILM FEST! - September 11 at 10:00 pm - September 12 at 4:00 am. Facebook Announcement. (Thanks to JforJ and Sweetlove for info.)
Also.....Vanishing on 7th Street starring Hayden Christensen will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sunday, September 12, at 11:59 p.m. at the Ryerson Theater with a second screening on Monday September 13, 2:00 p.m. at the AMC 2.
September 1, 2010 - Hayden on Reelz Channel TV - If you get Reelz Channel TV from your cable or satellite provider, you can watch Hayden on Hollywood and Dine on Friday, September 3 at 11:00 am ET and again on Monday, September 6 at 2:00 am ET . You can check for channels in your area on Reelz Channel TV. If you don't get Hollywood and Dine check the video section later to see if they've added this episode.
"Christina Applegate - Cooking with the stars. Talking about upcoming movie releases and making the favorite dishes of Christina Applegate, Hayden Christensen, and James Cameron."
August 31, 2010 - Jimmy Kimmel Repeat with Hayden Christensen - If you missed Hayden's guest appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live a couple of weeks ago, you can catch it again this Thursday September 2 at 12:05 am ET or Wednesday 11:05 pm CT. (Check your local listings for times in your area.)
August 31, 2010 - Takers Prequel Being Discussed - Director John Luessenhop talked about it on the red carpet and now T.I. has said in an interview with BET that a Takers prequel has already been talked about.
BET - I know it's fairly early but do you see anywhere in the future a Takers sequel?
T.I. - I'm a step ahead of you - I just got off the phone with the director, writer, the head of Screen Gems and the label heads over at Sony. We are working not a sequel, but a prequel to tell the back story of the characters.
August 31, 2010 - Genesis Code Not Ready to Go Yet - Genesis Code had a Fall 2010 start date in Spain at one time according to an article about Myriad Pictures taking advantage of the country's film tax credits. At the same time, it was unclear whether Genesis Code would be director David R. Ellis' next project since he also had other films close to going into production. According to Collider, Shark Night 3D begins filming in September with Ellis at the helm so Genesis Code is on hold for now.
August 30, 2010 - Takers Takeover at #1 - The final boxoffice numbers are in and it's official. Takers is the number one movie in America. Hayden Christensen, Idris Elba and Matt Dillon were all trending topics on Yahoo over the the weekend as was Takers on Twitter showing a lot of interest in the film. The numbers show that the movie is worth seeing on the big screen so catch it while you can in theaters now.
August 30, 2010 - Takers Monday Box Office - Sony, Rainforest Films, Will Packer, T.I. and Chris Brown are all tweeting that Takers has taken over # 1 at the boxoffice. After more number crunching the boxoffice estimate has been revised and Takers has edged out the competition. It's still close and Monday isn't over yet so there could still be some adjusting of the totals. Stay tuned. It could be a real shoot-out. The all star cast including Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Hayden Christensen, Matt Dillon, Jay Hernandez, T.I. and Chris Brown drew unexpected results at the box office this weekend for an end of summer movie.
"MONDAY NOON UPDATE: Sony is claiming the victory for Screen Gems' Takers based on revised estimates including numbers from Sunday where The Last Exorcism fell behind, dropping 45% on Sunday to Takers' 32% and that allowed Takers to win the weekend with $20.6 million to Exorcism's $20.4 million. It's still early and one can expect the numbers to be contested with it being so close, but right now, it looks like Takers has indeed kept Lionsgate from having their first-ever third weekend at #1." Source
August 29, 2010 - Takers Weekend Update - Studio estimates that came out early Sunday morning did little to clear up exactly which movie ruled the boxoffice this weekend. Lionsgate's estimates for it's frightener "The Last Exorcism" were $21.3 million for the weekend. The star-studded heist movie Takers with a very popular cast including Idris Elba, Hayden Christensen and Matt Dillon was estimated with a boxoffice take of $21 million for its' 3 day opening weekend which made deciding the number one movie almost too close to call.
The prognosticators and critics were caught off guard by the unexpectedly strong boxoffice performances of both films which had some scrambling and backtracking with excuses for why the two films performed so well on the last weekend of the summer movie season and how they didn't see it coming. Good reason not to always take what the critics say too seriously especially if you're already interested in seeing a movie.
Takers opened in 2,206 theaters each taking in on average $9,519. It also played in 668 fewer theaters than Exorcism which averaged $7,411 for each of it's 2,874 theaters.
So we have a real cliffhanger with The Last Exorcism with a slight edge over Takers. We'll have to stay tuned until tomorrow when actual boxoffice numbers will be revealed. LA Times and Box Office Mojo
August 28, 2010 - Takers Progress Report - The boxoffice numbers are in for Friday and Takers came in second with 7.5 million against The Last Exorcism which came in first for the day with 9.4 million. But.....the weekend isn't over yet and Twitter is teeming with tweets about sold out theaters and showings for Takers today along with glowing recommendations from people who have already seen it. The critics are giving it mixed reviews right now but Takers was, for me, an entertaining movie and good escapist fun for the last hurrah of summer.
I'm sure you all know by now that Hayden plays the piano in Takers and a friend (Marcy) pointed out that you hear the jazz piano before you actually see Hayden on the screen playing. So listen for it when the guys go to Zoe's place so you don't miss any of the sexy and mellow chord progressions.
[EDIT] Just noticed Hayden Christensen and Idris Elba "Trending Now" on Yahoo while checking my email. Also, Takers is trending on Twitter.
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August 27, 2010 - A Date with Takers in Theaters Now - I have a date with a smooth criminal today. How about you? Post your comments after you've seen the movie to the Comment link above.
August 25, 2010 - Takers Atlanta Premiere - Red carpet event at Atlantic Station tonight. Appearances confirmed with T.I. and Paul Walker.
August 24, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street Trailer and TIFF Updates - The new trailer doesn't show much that is new except visual and cosmetic improvements but it's good to see it online again along with the featurette that has added Hayden's commentary on the film.
Vanishing on 7th Street will be a TIFF featured film in the Midnight Madness Program at this year's festival. The schedule is final and the film is on the calendar for September 12, at 11:59 p.m. at the Ryerson Theater with a second screening on Monday September 13, 2:00 p.m. at the AMC 2. (Thanks JforJ)
TIFF also released the official guest list today of actors and filmmakers who are expected to be in attendance this year. At this time Hayden and the rest of the cast are not on the list and only director Brad Anderson is listed as a guest for Vanishing on 7th Street. In reply to my question on Twitter, Colin Geddes (TIFF Staff) said the attending guest list is a work in progress and many more confirmations are coming.
A very interesting synopsis and brief review of Vanishing on 7th Street is on the TIFF site. The movie summary written by Colin Geddes (Midnight Madness Staff) gives good insight into the film:
"Having established himself as a master of cinematic shock and dementia with Session 9 and The Machinist, Brad Anderson continues to produce nerve-wracking cinema. Leaping from a scenario straight out of The Twilight Zone, Anderson strips away the comfort of sunlight and replaces it with haunting existential questions. Using dark, murky tones as his palette, Anderson and cinematographer Uta Briesewitz (Session 9) craft a stark but evocative journey through the most menacing of nights."
"More interested in detailed characters than disposable victims, Anderson brings out a new-found maturity in Hayden Christensen, who portrays a man struggling to hide his own panicked fears and emotions. A dark and challenging film, Vanishing on 7th Street never condescends to the audience and is sure to fuel conversations about loneliness, alienation, basic primal fears and, ultimately, our raison d'etre."
August 24, 2010 - BET Takers Premiere Special - Takers Taking Over Hollywood - A behind the scenes look at the upcoming film, 'Takers'; starring Idris Elba; Tip 'T.I.' Harris; Michael Ealy and Chris Brown. BET will air an encore of this Takers special on August 26, 2010 at 12:00 am (midnight). Source
August 23, 2010 - Hayden Fan News Update - I've had personal obligations to attend to in the last week, hence the lack of updates. I wish I could say instead that I was on vacation but I wasn't. I also had some technical issues to tackle. I'll be catching up with news as soon as possible. It's been fun to see all the news pouring in and a new movie with Hayden out in theaters this weekend. I really appreciate all the emails and messages with links and news. MUCH THANKS! So....who's going to see Takers Friday? Saturday? Sunday? How about more than once?
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August 23, 2010 - Takers Cast Interview from E! - Hayden Christensen, Idris Elba, T.I., Chris Brown, Michael Ealy and Jay Hernandez are interviewed by Ben Lyons in the Lyons Den for E!. Source
August 16, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street will Screen at TIFF - The Brad Anderson directed film, Vanishing on 7th Street starring Hayden Christensen, will debut at this years Toronto International Film Festival as part of the Midnight Madness Program. Official announcements today by TIFF included the film which tells the apocalyptic story of a suddenly vanishing world population after a blackout with a handful of survivors struggling to keep the darkness from claiming them.
There is also an updated Vanishing on 7th Street Featurette which includes an interview with Hayden throughout the video sharing his thoughts on his role and what attracted him to work on this film with Brad Anderson.
August 16, 2010 - Hayden Christensen Takers Interview - Hayden talks about how much fun it was going to work every day and being able to play cops and robbers on the set of Takers.
August 16, 2010 - Takers Premiere in Las Vegas Tonight - Tonight's Takers celebration starts with a screening of the film in Town Square at Rave Motion Pictures. Hayden and members of the cast are reported to be appearing for the red carpet event. Premieres have already taken place in Washington DC, Dallas, New York and Chicago with a premiere in Atlanta coming soon.
"Stars of the new bank heist film Takers from director John Luessenhop are scheduled to hit the red carpet at Lagasse's Stadium in the Palazzo tonight after a screening at Rave Motion Pictures in Town Square and preceding a screening after-party at Lagasse's Stadium."
"Expected to appear on the red carpet are Takers stars Hayden Christensen, T.I., Idris Elba, Michael Ealy and Jay Hernandez. Joining them are Recycled Percussion of American's Got Talent; Holly's World stars Holly Madison, Josh Strickland and Angel Porrino (Madison and Strickland also star in Peepshow in Planet Hollywood, while Porrino is filling in for Madison when she goes on vacation in September); and DJ Cassidy."
August 16, 2010 - Hayden at Takers Premiere in Las Vegas - Hayden Christensen along with T.I., Michael Ealy, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez and Will Packer are expected to make an appearance at the red carpet premiere and after party for Takers in Las Vegas on Tuesday, August 17.
"Sony Pictures Entertainment and The Palazzo celebrate the Las Vegas premiere of TAKERS, a film that takes you into the world of a notorious group of criminals who continue to baffle police by pulling off perfectly executed bank robberies. The star-studded invitation-only premiere after party will be held inside Lagasse's Stadium at The Palazzo Las Vegas.
Guests will enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cocktails provided by Remy Martin and Ciroc Vodka while a DJ takes over the turntables and guests mingle with the stars of the film. TAKERS hits theatres August 27.
Expected to attend: Actors from the film, Hayden Christensen, Tip "T.I." Harris, Michael Ealy, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez; Producer, Will Packer
August 16, 2010 - Takers Videos with Hayden (Update) - A few more links to videos with Hayden on the red carpet and more video clips and TV Spots for Takers.
August 16, 2010 - Hayden Christensen on Jimmy Kimmel Live Tonight - Don't forget that Hayden will be on the Jimmy Kimmel Live show tonight. The show normally airs 12:06/11:06c but check your local listings to be sure. For example, Jimmy Kimmel Live airs a half hour later where I live so times may vary.
August 15, 2010 - Hayden Christensen TV Updates - The latest tv schedule for Hayden has been updated in the left column. Hayden appears on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Live with Regis and Kelly and there is also a Takers preview on cable tv on Starz! Studio. Starz! Studio is a weekly tv show on the Starz! channel which previews the latest movies and features interviews, trailers and movie clips.
August 15, 2010 - Takers Media Going Strong - The media for Takers in the next few weeks should be enough to satisfy the biggest fan obsessions. Hayden will be on Jimmy Kimmel Live tomorrow night (Monday August 16th). Friday, August 20th, Hayden appears on Live with Regis and Kelly. (Check your local listings for exact show times.) Print media, television and online interview videos will also be popping up for awhile.
Thanks to Lois who sent a message saying to check out Juicy Magazine for an article on Takers with more information about Hayden's character AJ. Hayden is called the rebel and the article is about how all the men look for their roles in the movie.
There is also talk in a YouTube interview with Takers director John Luessenhop about a prequel or sequel to the movie. A prequel would bring all the cast back and provide the backstory of how they got to be professional bank robbers and a sequel with this smooth group of criminals seems to be very intriguing idea with audiences.Source: YouTube Blacktreemedia
August 14, 2010 - Takers in Theaters August 27, 2010 - "Takers (R): Although it sounds same-old, this story of a detective (Matt Dillon) trying to bring down a gang of notorious bank robbers (Idris Elba, Paul Walker, T.I., Chris Brown and Hayden Christensen) as they plan their biggest heist is a surprisingly fresh and involving crackerjack crime drama, with strong ensemble performances and some terrific action set pieces." Source
August 11, 2010 - Hayden Christensen and Friends for Reeve Champion Summer Party - Hayden is pictured below with Reeve Champion Committee members and hosts for the summer fundraiser held on August 10, 2010. (Will Reeve, Alexandra Reeve Givens, Francesco Clark, Matthew Reeve, Linda Wells and Hayden Christensen)
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August 11, 2010 - Hayden Christensen: Host for a Good Cause - Hayden was one of the hosts for the Reeve Champion Summer Party held at the Standard Hotel's Boom Boom Room on Tuesday night. Hayden mingled with guests and was gracious in taking pictures when requested with many of the guests throughout the night. His involvement with the Christopher Reeve Foundation began because of a long-standing friendship with the children of Dana and Christopher Reeve who now run the foundation. Champion's committee members and other hosts for the evening, which raised over $100,000 in donations, included Will Reeve, Matthew Reeve, Alexandra Reeve Givens, Francesco Clark of Clarks Botanicals and Allure magazine editor-in-chief Linda Wells. "The event is part of the Reeve Champions Committee, which is the young person's initiative of the foundation. So we're really trying to raise awareness among a younger group of people, and get people excited and informed about the cause," said Alexandra Reeve Givens. Below are links and snippets from various articles about the event.
"The Reeve Foundation Champions Committee, joined by Hayden Christensen and Dior Beauty hosted a successful and fun-filled sold-out summer party last night at the Boom Boom Room in New York City. Fashion and fundraising joined forces as Christensen, Allure magazine editor-in-chief Linda Wells, and many more welcomed supporters of the Reeve Foundation."
"The children of the late legendary actor Christopher Reeve gathered at The Standard's Boom Boom Room last night for a posh summer fundraising event along with good pal Hayden Christensen...."Hayden is a good friend, so him being here is really spectacular," Alexandra Reeve Givens, daughter of Christopher, told Niteside at the Reeve Foundation event."
"He's actually always been very supportive and he agreed to come. He's followed what we've been doing for a long time. He wanted to just lend his name to the cause." Christensen's appearance at the charity event, which supported the leading organization for people living with paralysis, speaks to his character, Matthew Reeve, son of Christopher, said: "He's been incredibly generous with his time. I mean I've known him for eight years, and I just asked a good friend for a favor."
"More than $100,000 was raised for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Tuesday night during the group's first annual summer party, sponsored by Dior Beauty, at the Boom Boom Room. The promise of Hayden Christensen likely helped sell a few tickets based on the number of guests snapping photos of the actor as he mingled amongst co-hosts Alexandra Reeve Givens, Matthew Reeve, Elisa Lipsky-Karasz and Francesco Clark of Clark's Botanicals."
"Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the chic cocktail soiree was hosted by The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, Dior Beauty (think: glam gift bag) along with actor Hayden Christensen, Linda Wells, Alexandra Reeve Givens, Matthew Reeve, Elisa Lipsky-Karasz and Walking Papers author/Clark's Botanicals founder Francesco Clark. Christensen donned a casual plaid shirt..."
"Clark held court and was overwhelmed by all the good vibes. "I've never felt so much love and support in one place," he gushed. "That room in the sky is beaming from the generosity of such dynamos as Linda Wells, Hayden Christensen, Costello Tagliapietra, Peter Som, and FGI president, Margaret Hayes. Who says fashion and beauty have to be one-dimensional? It makes my heart glow!"
"Hayden [Christensen] attended The Christopher & Dana Foundation & Dior Beauty Reeve Champions Summer Party held in NYC's Boom Boom Room to lend a helping hand to his good friends Alexandra Reeve Givens and Matthew Reeve (children of the late Christopher Reeve) in their efforts to cure spinal cord injuries."
"Hayden was incredibly generous with his time to be here tonight," Matthew said of his friend's involvement with the foundation. But, "there's [also] a strong cast of loyal friends like Meryl Streep, Susan Sarandon, and Robin Williams who have been fantastic, and I'm confident they will continue to lend their support."
August 10, 2010 - A Dream Comes True for a Fan in New York - Thanks to Ariel for sharing her fan encounter with Hayden. She got to meet Hayden today in New York as he was arriving at the hotel to get ready for tonight's Christopher Reeve Foundation Champion Summer Party.
"I got to NY super early and ate lunch, then afterwards headed over to the hotel. I went with my mom so we just sat outside of the hotel for a while but it was still really early so after a while we decided to go look around in the shops nearby. We went into one, but when we came out we saw a limo going towards the hotel so we thought it might be him so we followed it, but it just drove right past the hotel. After that I was scared to leave the hotel because I thought I'd miss him or something! So then it started to rain so we waited in the lobby of the hotel. A ton of people were walking in and out and before long, Hayden walked right through the revolving doors! I didn't know what to do when I saw him, I hadn't really come up with a plan or anything and my mind was racing!"
"All I could think to do when I saw him was say his name- "Hayden!" He looked over and I asked if I could take a picture with him and he said sure. He asked my name and I told him. I told my mom earlier I would probably freeze up so she should tell him what I wish I could've said, so she told him how I admire his charity work. He said thank you and asked if we were going to the dinner tonight. We both said no, my mom said "we just stopped by" haha. I said thanks and he picked up his bags, and I felt kinda bad doing this, but then I asked him to sign something for me too. I was like "I'm really sorry" but he didn't seem to mind. He asked how to spell my name and I told him and he wrote:
"To Ariel
Nice to meet you.
All my Best
[and his signature]"
"Considering he wrote so much, I figured he didn't really mind stopping. He could've just scribbled a signature and moved on. He went over to the desk to sign in, and then went outside to smoke. I was still freaking out so I stayed inside for a while. On his way back in, he smiled at me as he walked past me :)
And then I left, so... That's about it... Yep. Very, very exciting day :)"
August 10, 2010 - Hayden at the Reeve Champion Summer Fundraiser - Hayden met with the rest of the Reeve Foundation's committee members for pictures before the evening's activities at the Standard Hotel. Pictured below with Hayden are Matthew Reeve and Alexandra Reeve Givens. Also hosting with Hayden is Editor-in-Chief of Allure Magazine Linda Wells.
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August 10, 2010 - Hayden Hosting Tonights Reeve Foundation Event - Hayden will be hosting the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation's "Reeve Champions Summer fundraiser tonight in New York in the Standard Hotel's Boom Boom room. Other hosts for this evening are Matthew Reeve, Linda Wells, Francesco Clark, Alexandra Reeve Givens and maria Helena Vianna.
August 9, 2010 - Four New Takers Video Clips - The action isn't only in the movie Takers as promotion is going full force with press conferences, cast interviews and the latest video clips coming today fron Sony Pictures. You can see more of Hayden in the new clips. The links below will take you to the videos.
August 9, 2010 - Hayden Signing Autographs at Takers Premiere - Hayden greeted the fans lining the street who came out to watch the black carpet event for Takers on August 4th. Hayden patiently made his way along the line of fans, autographing photos and taking pictures as much as time allowed throughout the evening. The links below to videos also show the enthusiasm of the crowd who came out to see Hayden.
August 9, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street debuts at TIFF - The Hollywood Reporter today announced two more films for the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival. Will Ferrell's "Everything Must Go" and "Vanishing on 7th Street" with Hayden Christensen will debut at this years festival which runs from September 9th to the 19th.
"Toronto has also set aside a berth for Brad Anderson's apocalyptic thriller "The Vanishing on 7th Street," which stars Hayden Christensen, Thandie Newton and John Leguizamo.
"Vanishing on 7th Street," from Herrick Entertainment, was written by Anthony Jaswinski and stars Jacob Latimore and Taylor Groothuis.
Anderson's indie pic and Ferrell's "Everything Must Go" were pre-sale projects at AFM for IM Global."
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August 8, 2010 - Various Videos with Hayden from Takers Premiere - Hayden talks about the look and feel of Takers and what he liked about the movie in the video below. There are videos of the Takers premiere with Hayden on just about every video site online. These are just a few. I'll post more links soon.
In an interview at the premiere of Takers, Hayden said, "I always like a movie where, you know, there's a lot at stake and these guys are going for their ultimate job, the biggest heist of their career. It's a lot of fun."
Entertainment Tonight - Hayden on the most challenge thing about filming Takers - "Most challenging? I don't know, it was just trying to keep a straight face while I was running around with a gun in my hand. I had a big grin when I wasn't filming."
August 8, 2010 - Hayden at the Arclight - Red carpet pictures of Hayden at the Takers premiere at the Acrlight Cinerama Dome in Los Angeles on August 4, 2010.
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August 6, 2010 - Takers Press Junket - Hayden is still in Los Angeles promoting his new movie Takers and according to reports from media on Twitter, has several interviews scheduled this weekend.
Jamaal Finkley - "Really excited about my interviews today with Spike Lee, Chris Brown, T.I, Hayden Christensen, Pamala Grier and more Busy day.... about 10 minutes ago via TweetDeck"
Colby Colb - "Up in early in LA prepping for my interviews today with Idris Elba, TI, Michael Ealy,Chris Brown, Hayden... about 1 hour ago via Facebook"
August 6, 2010 - Takers Jet to Vegas Sweepstakes - Another preimiere for the movie Takers will happen this month and you can enter for a chance to win a trip for 2 to Las Vegas to attend this red carpet Takers movie event. Sweepstakes end August 7, 2010 at 11:59:59 pm PT so hurry and click the link below to go to the official entry form.
PRESS RELEASE - Aug 05, 2010 - Los Angeles, CA (July 27, 2010) - Popular urban contemporary retailer, Shiekh Shoes announced their promotional partnership with Sony Pictures' Screen Gems upcoming theatrical release Takers.
Shiekh Shoes will promote the film through various strategies including the Takers' Jet to Vegas Sweepstakes where a winner will receive a trip for 2 to the Takers movie premiere in Las Vegas (sweepstakes runs July 24th - August 7th and enter by visiting (www.shiekhteam.com)
August 6, 2010 - Hayden Christensen at Takers Premiere - Hayden made an appearance at the red carpet event for the premiere of his new movie Takers on Wednesday in Los Angeles. Takers stars Idris Elba, Michael Ealy, T.I. Tip Harris and Chris Brown were also in attendance. Takers debuts in theaters August 27, 2010.
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August 5, 2010 - Takers Premiere with Hayden Christensen - Our fan on the scene, Laci, had a dream of a night at the premiere of Takers. The memories are going to last a lifetime because she got to meet Hayden and get his autograph and take a picture with him. Then her phone died and she was unable to get back to me until late last night but she will be sharing her story and pictures with us so check back.
Hayden was "dapper" dressed in a suit for the red carpet event last night at the Arclight Cinema premiere of Takers. He spoke to Ustream and the video is below. I'll be putting ups more news about the premiere so come back later for updates.
August 4, 2010 - Takers Premiere Ustream Update - Baller Status also has Ustream set up on it's site and will repeat the Red Carpet coverage during the screening of the movie.
The rep carpet premiere is taking place from Hollywood on Wednesday (August 4) and is streaming live beginning at 7:30 p.m. PST right here. So, bookmark this link, and return at 7:30 p.m. PST to see the Takers premiere, as well as live performances by T.I., Chris Brown and Keri Hilson.
Here's the schedule:
- 6:30 - 8:00pm PST: live streaming from the red carpet
- 8:00pm PST: during screening, we'll re-run the red carpet coverage
- 9:30pm PST: live streaming from the after party
- 10:30pm PST*: live streaming of the musical performances
- Webcast will end around 11:30pm*
August 4, 2010 - Hayden on Live with Regis and Kelly - Hayden will make an appearance on the daytime talk show Regis and Kelly on Friday August 20th. (Thanks to Chelsea for the info.)
August 4, 2010 - Getting Ready for a Hollywood Premiere - Laci sent another picture from the street on Sunset Boulevard. Marathon day for the fans.
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August 4, 2010 - From Hollywood - Our intrepid fans on the scene have posted pictures from the Arclight in Hollywood where they have started getting ready for tonight's premiere of Takers. Thanks Laci!
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August 4, 2010 - TAKERS PREMIERE Live Online Today - Takers on Facebook has updated it's page with the UStream page for the premiere tonight which happens today at 6:30 pm PST. Click on the picture below to go to the live stream page.
ALERT - Hayden Fan News will also be updating throughout the evening via Twitter/Haydenfannews. A friend who is going to the premiere today will try to send me news from the event so stay tuned.
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August 3, 2010 - Hayden Hits the Links in Los Angeles - Hayden is in Los Angeles and was out for a round of golf today. He's in town presumably for the premiere of Takers tomorrow which will be streaming live online from Takers on Facebook. It will be interesting to see if everyone in the cast is in town to walk the red carpet for the Hollywood event. (More Photos at: Just Jared)
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August 3, 2010 - Hayden TV Appearances Updated - The TV schedule in the left column has been updated. Life As A House and New York, I Love You are playing on the movie channels this month. Hayden will also appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live this coming Monday, August 16 on ABC (check your local listings).
August 3, 2010 - The Cold Movie filming in Canada Later This Year - Hayden will be home in Canada when cameras start rolling on his latest movie project titled The Cold. Worldview Entertainment posted news about the film in it's Summer 2010 Newsletter announcements. The Spanish co-production is scheduled to begin filming sometime this fall/winter with Spanish director Daniel Calparsoro. Gabriel Liotta has been added to the cast in the role of Charlie Kotz. Hayden will play Sean Kotz in the story about seven friends going out on their annual hunting trip only to find themselves being the hunted. (Thanks to JumpingforJoy on IMDb for the info.)
August 3, 2010 - Takers Premiere Live from Takers Facebook Tomorrow - Fix your browsers to Takers Facebook tomorrow for the premiere of Takers and a special concert with T.I. and Chris Brown live streaming from the Arclight Cinema in L.A. The announcement from Takers Facebook also has another sneak peak video / tv spot from the movie starring T.I., Idris Elba, Hayden Christensen, Michael Ealy, Chris Brown, Matt Dillon, Jay Hernandez, Paul Walker and Zoe Saldana.
"Tune in to the TAKERS Facebook page tomorrow, Wednesday 8/4 at 6:30 pm PST for the TAKERS red carpet LIVE from Hollywood, followed by a live concert featuring performances by T.I., Chris Brown and Keri Hilson. TAKERS - in theaters 8/27"
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August 2, 2010 - Hip Hop Video of the Week - Zambony by K-OS was reviewed by I Like Music for this weeks favorite video. Kevin Brereton's Zambony music video with Hayden making an appearance throughout the video went viral online a couple of weeks ago and has proven to be a popular track from the K-OS album titled "Yes!". Making good use of The Force.
"We'll get the first fact out the way nice and early. K-OS appears with Hollywood poster boy Hayden Christensen (Anakin Skywalker...) in his new video for Zambony, the opening track to his acclaimed fourth album Yes!, which was released in April 2009. Though we don't get to see K-OS training for Jedi knight status...er...we do get to see K-OS melt his ragga-root tinged rap across an epic backing of operatic swirl and rich strings, sinking into a gradual build of thick synth."
"Just last week k-os flicked the switch on his extraordinary new video for Zambony from his current album, YES! Shot by Director X and featuring Hayden Christensen and Tassja Dawn the video has been virally posted and shared across international online music communities. It is available via: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfCTeUoJK18Canada-U.S. fall tour plans for k-os will be announced shortly."
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August 1, 2010 - Takers Premiere and Concert Wednesday August 4th - The Takers Movie on Facebook has posted the information about the premiere this Wednesday August 4, streaming live to be followed by a concert with T.I. and Chris Brown. Also T.I. is scheduled to be on Lopez Tonight also on August 4th so tune in case they show a new video clip from the movie with Hayden.
Time: Wednesday - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Hollywood, CA
More Info: Tune in on Wednesday, August 4th for the TAKERS premiere LIVE from Hollywood, CA followed by a special concert by T.I. and Chris Brown! TAKERS - In Theaters 8/27
July 30, 2010 - Media and Celebrities to make Worldwide Appeal for Niger, Africa - According to The Sun, worldwide media and celebrities will be converging on Africa in coming weeks to bring attention to a growing disaster for the people of one of the continents poorest nations, Maradi in Niger. A disastrous crop failure and drought have left most of the population without basic food and supplies. The article also says that Hayden will be arriving next week to do his part to encourage assistance in meeting the emergency needs of the people there. (Thanks to Ashla for sending the info.)
"Red Cross convoys are already rolling over the flat, featureless plains. In the next few weeks they will be followed by the world's media, its roving reporters and celebrities making worldwide appeals.
Star Wars actor Hayden Christensen arrives next week.
July 28, 2010 - Hayden to Guest Host the Reeve Champions Summer Party - According to NBC New York, Hayden will guest host the Reeve Foundation's summer fundraising event on August 10th at the Standard Hotel. Find links and more information about this event below in July 28th news items.
"The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation and Dior Beauty team up to host a summer fundraising event for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. The evening is organized by the Reeve Foundation's Champions Committee members to raise funds and awareness for those living with and affected by paralysis. Linda Wells, EIC of Allure, and actor Hayden Christensen will guest host the evening featuring an auction, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres to celebrate the work of the Reeve Foundation."
July 28, 2010 - Hayden Supports the Christopher Reeve Foundation - Hayden will be attending the Reeve Champions Summer Party in support of the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation which helps with research and quality of life issues for people with spinal cord injuries. The benefit will be held at the Standard Hotel's famed Boom Boom Room in New York on Tuesday, August 10, 2010.
Guests for the event include hosts Alexandra Reeve Givens and Matthew Reeve (Children of Christopher Reeve) along with Hayden Christiansen, Linda Wells, Editor in Chief of Allure Magazine, Francesco Clark and Elisa Lipsky-Karazs of Harper's Bazaar. Follow the links below to get more information about the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation and about tickets to the event or to make a donation. (Thanks to Sweetlove and JumpingforJoy for the news.)
July 27, 2010 - Takers Midnight Showings - We'll finally get to see Hayden in Takers soon. Only one month away and counting. Check your local theater to see if Takers will have a midnight feature. Some theaters are showing a listing for 12:01 a.m. on August 27th. (Thanks JforJ for the info)
July 27, 2010 - Will Hayden's Next Film Vanishing on 7th Street be at TIFF? - The Toronto International Film Festival will feature more than 300 movies during it's run from September 9 through September 19. The first 51 films were officially announced today in a press conference. Additional titles will be added to the lineup in the coming weeks with an announcement of genre films to be added next week. Source
Vanishing on 7th Street which stars Hayden Christensen, John Leguizamo and Thandie Newton was not among today's announced films but both John and Thandie have mentioned the movie being at the film festival.
TOfilmfest.ca, which keeps a close eye on the latest TIFF news, has Vanishing on 7th Street listed on their website as part of the Contemporary World Cinema program at this year's festival. Source - TOfilmfest.ca
According to TOfilmfest.ca: "a number of other films have been announced by other sources as accepted entries, including:....Vanishing on 7th Street."
July 27, 2010 - Hayden Added to The Cold Poster - Hayden's name has been added to the cast on Worldview Entertainment's current movie poster for The Cold. The movie, listed in pre-production on IMDb, is the story of seven friends on their annual hunting trip being hunted themselves by a terrorizing force. Source
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July 26, 2010 - Takers Movie Premiere Streaming Live Event - If you can't make the Takers Movie Premiere in Atlanta, Hollywood or Las Vegas it looks like you will still get a good view of all the action for Hayden's latest movie. A Takers Premiere channel has been added to Livestream to broadcast the upcoming event. (Thanks Marcy and Cath.)
July 25, 2010 - Takers Movie Premiere Tweets and Promo Press Release - The Takers Movie Premiere continues to be mentioned online for both the East and West Coast. There is a premiere in Atlanta being planned and instead of limos they're trying to get SWAT to deliver the stars. Promotions for the movie have begun by AKOO (T.I.'s clothing brand) and Sheikh Shoes called the Takers Takeover with a giveaway of tickets to a Takers screening. Also find details about winning a trip to the Las Vegas premiere of Takers in the Takers Takeover giveaway.
WHO: AKOO Clothing Brand along with Shiekh Shoes Presents TAKERS Takeover
WHEN: Takeover Begins Saturday July 24, 2010
WHERE: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, Washington
WHAT: "TAKERS" TAKE OVER street teams will hit the streets Saturday, July 31st, giving away AKOO and TAKERS Promotional items. Starting August 1st for each $100 purchase of AKOO merchandise, buyers will receive a GWP free pass to attend a screening of the Sony/Screen Gems picture TAKERS courtesy of AKOO Clothing Brand & Shiekh Shoes. Shiekh stores in each of the 5 regions will receive 100 limited passes. The Takeover begins on Saturday, July 24th when AKOO Clothing Brand Web banners go live at Shiekhshoes.com. Viewers will be prompted to click on the flash and routed to the TAKERS' banner which lists official rules of the grand prize sweepstakes: roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations for (2) to attend the Las Vegas premiere.
FROM TWITTER
Lisa Sorensen PR - @willpowerpacker @bignifmusic hope you have your sharpest suits ready for the Takers aug4 premiere #sexy #TakersintheatersAugust27
Lisa Sorensen PR - @TiffTheStylist: on the hot dewy east. Headed to the left coast for the Takers premiere aug 4 with my handsome client @willpowerpacker
Jaeda Lee Publicist Atlanta - So tomorrow I'm lookin at other theatres to have this Takers movie premiere!! Cast tryna come in swat cars lol!! #lovemyjob
Jaeda Lee Publicist Atlanta - Yes jus found out I will b helping plan the movie premiere of Takers!! T.I will be there! I love this job! 7:15 PM Jul 22nd via UberTwitter
July 23, 2010 - Takers Movie Premiere - Seeing Stars.com and Navigate Hollywood have posted information about a Takers Movie premiere in Hollywood on August 4, 2010. There is no information on whether Hayden will be attending or which cast members will be at a Takers premiere. Please also remember these are not official notices about a premiere from anyone connected with the movie. If anyone has more information please email me. Thank you. (Thanks to Laci for helping me gather the info.)
Sony Pictures'
"Takers"
(Starring: Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Hayden Christensen,
Zoe Saldana, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez, et al.)
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 - time TBA
(arrivals are likely to start between 5 PM and 6:30 PM)
at the Arclight/Cinerama Dome
6360 Sunset Blvd, in Hollywood
(no press release available)
"Takers" Premiere
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
South curb lane and sidewalk will be closed on Sunset Blvd., between Ivar Ave. and Morningside Court.
"Takers" After Party
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 10:00 a.m. - Thursday, August 5, 2010 2:00 a.m.
North curb lane and sidewalk of Sunset Blvd., between Schrader Blvd. and Wilcox Ave., will be closed.
July 22, 2010 - Official Takers Updates - Takers Facebook announces their new and updated YouTube Channel with "real time" updates from Twitter and links to the Takers movie website, games and social networking pages. You can even see Takers updates from Hayden Fan News and other fans on Twitter. There is also a new game you can check out on Takers Facebook called Tag and Take with some neat pics of Hayden and the rest of the Takers Crew.
July 22, 2010 - Sony and Takers at Comic Con - Sony PIctures is at Comic Con this week and they tweeted that they have freebies at their booth. On my wish list.....one of those "Men of Takers" giveaways because Hayden is one of them and I can't wait for this movie.
Takers Movie - Twitter - Take her to #Comic-Con in SD and ask the Sony Booth for the "Men of Takers" giveaways while they last #HowToSpoilAHoodRat #Takers (6:15 PM Jul 21st via web )
July 22, 2010 - New Takers Graphic and Movie Still - New title graphic from Takers Facebook and the official Who Are The Takers movie site with Hayden as AJ.
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July 22, 2010 - Hayden on the Schedule for Jimmy Kimmel Live - If you'll be in the Los Angeles area on August 16, tickets are now available for the Jimmy Kimmel Show with scheduled guest Hayden Christensen. Hayden will be in the movie Takers which will be released on August 27, 2010. It hasn't been confirmed yet but Planet Chris Brown posted that the Los Angeles premiere for Takers happens on August 4. (There is no official confirmation for a Takers premiere date currently available.)
July 21, 2010 - Win a Chance to Attend Takers Premiere - From Rainforest Films on Twitter:
Rainforest Films - Twitter - Follow us for your Chance to win passes to ATL Premier of TAKERS in August! Contest starts Monday.
July 19, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street North American Premiere - Vanishing on 7th Street at the Toronto International Film Festival - The Vanishing Facebook page has also changed the expected release date to 2011. The film staring Hayden Christensen, Thandie Newton and John Leguizamo is up for distribution at the upcoming film festival which opens September 9, 2010.
"File this under confirmed films for TIFF 2010 that have yet to be announced. A strong contender for a Midnight Madness slot, Brad Anderson's Vanishing on 7th Street will perhaps have its North American, and most likely world premiere this September. Anderson who presented The Machinist at the fest several years back, usually shuttles between television work and feature films - with his last pic being the train murder thriller Transsiberian.
The producers behind Vanishing on 7th Street will be seeking a North American distribution deal. The pic stars Hayden Christensen, Thandie Newton and John Leguizamo in a "where did everyone go?" mystery thriller."
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July 16, 2010 - Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey Coming Fall 2010 - The animated educational film with an all-star voice cast is reported by Variety to be released some time this fall. Hayden Christensen voices Jammer a solar wind surfing proton who helps in the Cassini quest. Other voice cast includes Amanda Peet, Samuel L. Jackson, Chris Pine, Abigail Breslin, Doug Jones, Mark Hamil, William Shatner and James Earl Jones.
"Harry Kloor's credits include writing for such TV series as "Star Trek: Voyager," the animated series "Godzilla" and the syndie drama "Earth: Final Conflict," and the upcoming animated feature "Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey," which will be released in large-format theaters in the fall. "Quantum Quest" interweaves animated sequences rendered by Digimax with space imagery captured from seven ongoing space missions."
July 15, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street on the way to Toronto Film Festival - According to two recent articles this week Hayden's next movie, Vanishing on 7th Street, will screen at the Toronto International Film Festival which begins September 9, 2010. The apocalyptic movie by Brad Anderson stars Hayden, Thandie Newton, John Leguizamo, Jacob Latimore and Taylor Groothuis. (Thanks to Ashla for the info.)
"In terms of his film projects, John Leguizamo has participated in the filming of Vanishing on 7th Street, which will be presented at the next Toronto International Film Festival. The cast also includes Hayden Christensen and Thandie Newton."
"Leguizamo is hoping to take "Klass Klown" to Broadway but in the meantime the actor who voiced Sid the Sloth in the "Ice Age" animated movies has plenty to keep him busy. Besides other film projects in the works, he'll be at this year's Toronto International Film Festival to premiere "Vanishing on 7th Street," in which he plays a film projectionist who finds people starting to disappear all around him."
July 15, 2010 - Zambony Music Video The Canadian themed music video with K-OS and Hayden Christensen and Tassja Kemp Jackson has had some positive reaction since being widely broadcast online yesterday. So how did Hayden get in a music video? Other than both being Canadian, some may wonder what's Hayden's connection to the rap artist. And then there's the Natalie Portman reference in K-OS' previous music. It seems K-OS aka Kevin Brereton is also a Star Wars fan who had a chance meeting with Hayden on an airplane and found they were fans of each other's work. (More below in May 21, 2010 news items.) Below are the latest articles about Zambony mentioning Hayden.
If K-os plays his cards right, he's one step closer to knowing Natalie Portman. The Toronto/Vancouver hip-hop star has recruited Portman's Star Wars co-star Hayden Christensen for new video "Zambony," and you can watch it right here.
In the clip, Christensen's more to K-os than a potential Hollywood "in." The Vancouver-born actor plays the rapper's too-cool security detail, though why K-os needs to hire some muscle isn't entirely apparent, at least until the very end -- and even then, we're skeptical. Maybe, like all of us, he just likes the idea of being chaufferred by a Jedi.
Toronto, ON - Brand new video from k-os for the tune "Zambony" off his Yes! album. The video is a Two Three Five Films production and directed by X. Thrilled that k-os decided to make a video for this one.
The visuals for "Zambomy" feature Mississauga natvie Tassja Dawn aka Tassja Kemp Jackson (model/actress/singer) and the young Darth Vader, Hayden Christensen. Truly a song and video that would be appreciated by Canadian fans the most as the song lyrics make it quite clear where the artist is coming from and the video itself is largely centred around Canada's favourite pasttime, hockey.
July 14, 2010 - The Cold Movie Production News - Hayden's name is now listed in the cast on the movie's production company's websites, Worldview Entertainment and SC Film International. (Thanks to JforJ for the info)
July 14, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street Film Score - The trailer is no longer available on the official movie website. It just vanished. Poof. The Behind the Scenes video is still online where you can catch a glimpse of Hayden and cast on the set with director Brad Anderson.
Here is a video of an orchestra recording session with composer Lucas Vidal giving a nice sampling of what seems to be the main title theme from Vansihing on 7th street.
July 14, 2010 - Special Appearance by Hayden in K-OS Music Video - K-OS music video Zambony has gone viral today with the video playing on many sites. The much anticipated video features Hayden in the role of bodyguard to K-OS' Kevin Brereton.
K-OS Twitter - @koskhv's new video for "Zambony" (ft. a very dreamy Anakin Skywalker) up on @drakkardnoir's blog. http://bit.ly/9V8hRK about 10 minutes ago via web
July 11, 2010 - More Screencps from Vanishing on 7th Street Trailer - Hayden Christensen is pictured below as Luke who finds himself in an empty city of growing darkness with only a handful of people who can't understand why the population has completely vanished. More screencaps in the photo album
July 10, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street Trailer Screen Caps - Some days it just doesn't pay to get out of bed. Hayden Christensen is pictured below on a mysteriously deserted city street during what should be morning rush hour traffic. Just behind him is a disaster about to happen. More screen caps of Hayden in Vanishing on 7th Street in the Photo Album. (Facebook for Vanishing on 7th Street is showing release in 2011.)
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July 10, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street Trailer #1 - The Official Facebook for Vanishing on 7th Street has the first trailer for Hayden's upcoming movie and I must say "three cheers" for everyone involved in the film. There's a very creepy atmosphere and a lot of character driven suspense in every scene of the trailer, not to mention Hayden makes you feel the drama. (Thanks to Meyree, Ashla and Jumping-for-Joy for the link).
The Official Vanishing on 7th Street Website is also back up with the HQ trailer and other information. The press section says the poster was unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival. Vanishing on 7th Street on Facebook is showing release in 2011 at the moment but we can't wait.
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July 6, 2010 - Good Audience Word of Mouth for Takers - The star studded film with Hayden Christensen, Idris Elba, Matt Dillon, Michael Ealy, Zoe Saldana T.I., Chris Brown and Paul Walker had it's enthusiastic fans at the private screening held at Harrah's Casino and Hotel in New Orleans. The screeing took place during the Essence Music Festival on Sunday, July 4.
"So, I had the fortunate opportunity to attend a private screening of the new movie 'Takers' that was produced by FAMU alumnus Will Packard of Rainforest Productions. The screening was hosted by Will, Idris, T.I., and Michael Ealy. The eye candy along should be enough to make you want to go and see the film, but to be honest with you the film is actually really, really good and I'm not just saying that to support my fellow Rattlers, but it is the honest truth. If you are or are not into action films I really believe you are going to enjoy this film. One of the best action scenes in the movie involves Chris Brown doing some Parkour (PK) to allude the police. It was a very interesting take on a very cliche' scene. I think T.I. played the perfect villian. You can definitely see his growth as an actor. He was actually impressive and convincing. 'Takers' give a refreshing take on an exhausted movie storyline of cops and robbers. I would definitely recommend everyone go see the movie when it comes out August 27."
July 6, 2010 - Myriad's Announced Projects - (Company Profile) - "Film projects recently announced that will soon be going into production include Margin Call, a Wall Street-thriller staring Kevin Spacey, Star Trek's Zachary Quinto, Stanley Tucci and Carla Gugino; The Genesis Code, starring Hayden Christensen and Paz Vega; The Cup, director Simon Wincer's true story of the Melbourne Cup race starring Brendan Gleeson, and A Great Education, starring Emma Robert, Kevin Zegers, William Mosely and Sir Ben Kingsley."
July 5, 2010 - Genesis Code Cast Update - According to Dakota West Films' website, Paz Vega will be co-starring with Hayden in the upcoming Genesis Code. Myriad Pictures, a division of Dakota West Films, is producing the project which is set to start filming this fall in Spain.
July 4, 2010 - Takers Private Screening in New Orleans - Rainforest Films presented a private screening of Takers at the Essence Music Festival in New Orleans today. On hand to introduce the film to festival goers were Michael Ealy, Idris Elba, Tip T.I. Harris and Will Packer. Several drawings were held last week and tickets were given away to the special screening that was held during the star studded music event held in the New Orleans Superdome and nearby venues.
"Rainforest Films is in a zone. Obsessed, Stomp the Yard, and This Christmas have collectively grossed over $178 million dollars at the U.S. Box Office. Their next release, Takers, premiers today at the 2010 Essence Music Festival; a unique choice of venue for an action/adventure movie. Or is it?"
"Takers features Idris Elba (Obsessed, The Wire), Paul Walker (The Fast & The Furious), Matt Dillon (Crash), and Hayden Christensen (Jumper). Rapper Tip "T.I." Harris, in his 3rd movie role, rounds out the all-star cast as "Ghost", the criminal mastermind who assembles the crew for one last high-stakes job worth $20 million. With T.I. in the mix, the Essence Music Festival appears to be a great marketing vehicle—in more ways than one."
July 4, 2010 - Happy 4th of July - Celebrating our country's heritage with fireworks, barbecue and fun.
Wishing Everyone a Safe and Happy Independence Day!
July 1, 2010 - Happy Canada Day! - Wishing all our friends in Canada a very happy national birthday and hope your holiday is sweet!
June 29, 2010 - Takers Screening Tickets Giveaway - Will Packer and Rain Forest Films will be giving away tickets to a special screening of Takers at the Essence Music Festival happening in New Orleans July 2-4, 2010. If you want to win you'll need a Twitter account and be able to re-tweet Mr. Packers post about the tickets. Idris Elba, Michael Ealy and T.I. will be hosting the screening. Click on Rain Forest Films below to go to Twitter to be able to re-tweet for a chance to win.
Will Power Packer - Twitter - (willpowerpacker) I'm giving away a pair of tickets to 2 followers each day this week for the Private Screening of TAKERS at the Essence Music Fest.
Rain Forest Films - To win tix to the private screening at Essence Fest RT the following:
Rain Forest Films - I want to win tix to the private screening at Essence hosted by TI, Idris & Mike Ealy! TAKERS in theaters Aug. 27th! (RT 2 win)
Essence Music Festival
June 28, 2010 - The Cold Website - Hayden is listed on IMDb and on Worldview Entertainment's Facebook and Twitter as starring in the upcoming movie The Cold. Worldview Entertainment has a new production site with a little information about The Cold. The film which is in development lists the cast "to be determined" with Daniel Calparsoro as director.
June 27, 2010 - Takers Update Television Appearances - T.I., one of the cast of Takers, is scheduled to be on the Chelsea Lately Show on E!, June 28, Monday night at 10:00 p.m. Check your local listings. He may just be promoting his new album but hopefully we'll get another look at Takers.
June 27, 2010 - Takers First Look on BET Awards - The BET Awards airs live tonight at 7:00 p.m. CT/ 8:00 p.m. ET. T.I. will be performing "Yeah Ya Know" and will introduce a "first look" at the movie Takers. The pre-show is on right now so tune into the BET Channel to catch a clip of Takers starring Hayden, T.I., Paul Walker, Matt Dillon, Idris Elba and Zoe Saldana. (Thanks to Marcy for the info.)
TakersMovie - Twitter - TUNE IN to see T.I. (@Tip) perform and introduce a first look at @TakersMovie this Sunday, June 27th at 8pm at the 2010 Bet Awards #Takers
June 25, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street and Genesis Code News in Brief
Leguizamo a 'Klass' act in one-man show
Q: Any other future projects?
A: I'm in this movie called "Vanishing on 7th Street" [due out later this year], with Thandie Newton and Hayden Christensen and I think it's going to be pretty incredible. Brad Anderson directed it and he did "The Machinist," which was wild. This is another really weird, incredible and intellectual horror film. Source
"Pretty Boy" Floyd for Myriad Pictures
Kevin Bernhardt wrote the screenplay based on the notorious gangster and bank robber, whose full name was Charles Arthur Floyd.
Repped by Anonymous Content, Bernhardt wrote the screenplays for "Peaceful Warrior" and "The Immortals." He also has the original thriller "The Genesis Code" set up at Myriad with Hayden Christensen starring. Source
June 24, 2010 - Takers Poster Update - Larger poster has been added. Click on poster from June 23 news for new larger image.
June 24, 2010 - Takers "Blazin Amazin" at ABFF - Takers seems to have been a hit with the crowd at the American Black Film Festival. Producer Will Pack, actor Idris Elba and screenwriter Gabriel Casseus were on hand to open the film festival with a special screening of Takers courtesy of Screen Gems and Sony Pictures. The film stars Idris Elba, Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Tip T.I. Harris, Hayden Christensen, Zoe Saldana, Michael Ealy, Chris Brown and Jay Hernandez.
Here are some tweets from last night's film festival attendees:
@ShaylaCowan - ABFF opened last night with a screening of TAKERS !! All I will say is it's def worth the wait !! 2 thumbs up !! @RainforestFilms
xoxo_meli - Just saw "Takers" at the American Black Film Festival Best movie of the year. No joke.
O_da_supastarr - Omg Takers was amazing! Chris Brown did okay...but Idris and Michael Ealey were freaking amazing and TI smashed!
TheLadiesRoomTV - #ABFF ROCKS! Takers screening was BLAZIN AMAZIN!!!!!
MarlonGreen - @ReaganGomez The abff is getting off to a great start. TAKERS was excellent.
ClearView_DM - Just saw Takers w/ Idris Elba, T.I., Chris Brown and an allstar cast. The movie was screened @ABFF. A must see on August 27, 2010. Hotfiya!
JZthefilmmaker - Hey GM @SheriRiley. Wish you could have been here w/ us. The audience responded well at the Takers screening! #ABFF started off great.
June 23, 2010 - New Takers Poster Featuring Hayden Christensen - Here's the new Takers poster featuring Hayden, T.I. Tip Harris, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Matt Dillon and Jay Hernandez. Really cool poster. Waiting for news about the American Black Film Festival screening of Takers in Miami which is taking place right now. Takers new release date is August 27, 2010.
[EDIT: Poster Update - Larger poster has been added. Click below for extra large poster.]
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June 23, 2010 - Hayden Christensen to Star in The Cold - According to Worldview Entertainment's Facebook, Hayden will star in the upcoming project from the producers of the Oscar nominated "Frozen River". The story is a mix of drama and horror, blending Native American folklore and campfire stories and the personal drama surrounding seven men on their annual hunting trip. (Thanks to JumpingforJoy for posting.)
Find complete details about the movie below in June 12 news.
Synopsis - A group of friends head into the wilderness for their annual hunting trip only to confront their war torn past and a devilish secret.
Worldview Entertainment - Hayden Christensen to star in Worldview's horror thriller, "The Cold."
June 22, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street on the Calendar in Argentina - Distribution Company of Argentina is showing a listing for Hayden's upcoming Vanishing on 7th Street for December 16, 2010. Recently Ultracine of Argentina added Vanishing to it's calendar for December 16, 2010 in addition to the earlier listing for December 2, 2010.
June 21, 2010 - New Takers Poster and Online Game - Hayden co-stars in Takers as part of a heist crew who takes bank robbery to the next level, not to mention they aren't so bad to look at when they don't have ski masks over their heads. The American Black Film Festival in Miami will host a gala screening of Takers this Wednesday so stay tuned. Until then, there's a brand new poster (pictured below) with a nice picture of Hayden.
If you want to play "cops and robbers" you can visit the Official Takers website for two new online games. One is called "The Take" and the other is "The Escape". Be careful and don't shoot Hayden's character when he pops up. The games also include scenes from the movie and maybe some that will have you wondering if everyone survives or who is taken hostage.
June 20, 2010 - Latest Takers Screencaps - Screen caps of Hayden from the latest promo video for Takers to be released August 27, 2010.
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June 20, 2010 - Happy Father's Day - I hope you all have a wonderful Father's Day today surrounded by family and friends and all good things.
June 19, 2010 - New Takers Preview Clip with Hayden - You can view a new Takers preview on Takers Movie - Facebook The new clip also announces the new release date which has been updated on the official movie pages and social networking sites. Takers will be in theaters August 27, 2010. Watch close for another glimpse of Hayden at the piano in this clip.
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June 17, 2010 - New Release Date for Takers - An email update today from Sony to announce T.I.'s music video "Yeah Ya Know" also showed a new release date for Takers as August 27, 2010. These things happen. Hayden stars in the very anticipated Takers with a popular cast including Idris Elba, Matt Dillon, Paul Walker and T.I. Tip Harris. The heist film about a group of sophisticated bank robbers premieres next week (June 23rd) at the American Black Film Festival.
June 14, 2010 - Takers Movie Premiere - According to PlanetChrisBrown.com the movie premiere for Takers will be August 4, 2010 in Los Angeles. Takers staring Hayden Christensen, Chris Brown, Michael Ealy, Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, T.I. Tip Harris and Zoe Saldana will be in theaters August 20, 2010. (Thanks Marcy at the SA forum.) Source
June 15, 2010 - Takers First in Box Office Futures Trading - Federal regulators have approved an investment plan to allow the trading of box-office futures based on how films perform when opening in theaters. Hayden's upcoming film Takers would be the first movie contracted for investment. The Veriana proposed contract and investment plan will first need the approval of the US Congress for trading on Takers to begin.
"The idea of betting on future box-office receipts has faced vociferous opposition from the movie industry, led by the Motion Picture Assn. of America, which has said the contracts would be vulnerable to manipulation and could even hurt how movies perform in theaters."
...."Veriana hoped to launch the first contract this summer. In its application to the commission, Veriana proposed a contract for "Takers," a thriller from Sony Pictures set to be released Aug. 20 starring Zoe Saldana and Hayden Christensen. A contract on the Trend Exchange would begin trading four weeks before opening day and would close out after the opening weekend based on the box-office returns reported by Rentrak."
June 14, 2010 - ABFF Movie Tickets for Takers - If you're in the Miami area, the ticket information for the Black American Film Festival and 9:00 p.m. Screening 2 of Takers and other films is now posted on the film festival website for the ABFF, June 23. (Thanks Sophie)
Takers opens the film festival and is produced by Will Packer, Tip "T.I." Harris and Jason Geter, and directed by John Luessenhop, and stars Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez, Michael Ealy, and T.I. with Chris Brown & Hayden Christensen.
Go to the main page and click Film Festival Box Office where you'll find information on festival passes and then in the menu you'll see "Movie Tickets". Please note that some events require a festival pass and if you plan to attend and have any questions I would suggest using the contact information on the festival site.
TicketMasters - 2010 Abff Opening Night Takers (Encore Screening)
UPDATED Festival Schedule
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
11:00 am - 8:00 pm Festival Registration Center
Ritz Carlton/Salon 2 Pass pick-up, Information Desk and Box Office.
Beverages courtesy of Gold Peak Tea.
4:45 pm - 5:45 pm Cocktail Hour
Segafredo Cafe courtesy of Grey Goose
Exclusively for festival passholders
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Pre-Seating for Opening Night Film
Colony Theater Sponsors and Prestige passholders only
5:15 pm - 5:45 pm Red Carpet Arrivals
Colony Theater
6:00 pm - 8:15 pm Welcome Remarks & Opening Night Film: TAKERS (screening 1)
Colony Theater courtesy of Screen Gems & Rainforest Films
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm Opening Night Film: TAKERS (screening 2)
Colony Theatre courtesy of Screen Gems & Rainforest Films
10:30 pm - 3:30 am Opening Night Party
Klutch sponsored by BET Networks
June 12, 2010 - A New Project "The Cold" for Hayden? - When Hayden was in Brazil he mentioned that he had a couple of films he was developing, one of which would be going into production soon. Then he began talking about Shadow Chaser (aka Genesis Code) being directed by David Ellis which we now know will start filming in the fall in Spain. So what was the other film he talked about? It was a mystery but we now have a possible answer that we'll have to keep an eye on. (Thanks to the girls at the IMDb forums for the heads up.)
IMDb has added another project to Hayden's database. The movie is called "The Cold" being produced by Iron Circle Pictures where you can find a more detailed synopsis. Directed by Daniel Calparsoro the film also involves the Native American legends of the Wendigo.
Synopsis - Seven friends head off into the wilderness to begin their annual hunting trip. As a snow storm gathers the big white out begins. Snowed in, cold and isolated, the men begin to question their friendship and loyalties. Soon they are terrorized by an unseen beast, what is stalking them? Is it the cold, starvation or has The Wendigo come to hunt them down?
June 11, 2010 - American Black Film Festival Opens with Takers - As posted earlier this week, Takers is officially on the schedule to open the festival in Miami on June 23. Check out the official festival page HERE.
New York, NY - June 10, 2010 - The 14th Annual American Black Film Festival, taking place in Miami, June 23rd - 26th, today announced its festival film slate with, Takers (Screen Gems) as the opening night film selection. Produced by Will Packer, Tip "T.I." Harris and Jason Geter, and Directed by John Luessenhop, Takers stars Matt Dillon, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Jay Hernandez, Michael Ealy, and T.I. with Chris Brown & Hayden Christensen.
June 11, 2010 - Genesis Code Filming Set - Last we heard Genesis Code was in line behind two other David R. Ellis' directed films waiting to go into production. (Read June 6, 2010 news item further down this page.) How fast things change. According to an article in the San Francisco Chronicle, Hayden's next movie The Genesis Code will begin filming this fall in Spain. The deal put together by Myriad's CEO Kirk D'Amico was accomplished "because the country's subsidies and tax credits translated into about 30 percent of the movie's budget."
The Genesis Code stars Hayden Christensen in a thriller about a former national security expert who finds himself unraveling an international conspiracy involving the Catholic Church while investigating the gruesome deaths of his only sister and her son. The story takes place in numerous international cities as well as the US but it looks like Spain will be filling in for most or all of them. Hayden's Forest Park Pictures with Producer Tove Christensen are also involved in the production. No other casting has yet been announced.
In the world of independent film financing, it's all about location, location, location. Hayden Christensen's new thriller, "The Genesis Code," is scheduled to begin filming in the fall in Spain, in large part because the country's subsidies and tax credits translated into about 30 percent of the movie's budget.
"Location is a huge factor," says Myriad Films CEO Kirk D'Amico, who put together the deal for "The Genesis Code." "Most countries see film as a clean, green industry. You come in, you make the movie, your film crew may have a drink after work but they're not going to mess up your environment, and they spend money. That's one reason these incentives have been put in place. Countries want to attract the kind of spending that comes with a film production."
Location-based incentives, yoked with private-equity investors, have become increasingly important in the past couple of years. Bank investments have "constricted" from an average 40 percent per project to 10 or 15 percent, D'Amico says. "We shouldn't call ourselves Myriad," he jokes. "We should call ourselves the Cobbler Co. because we make these movies by cobbling together all these very disparate elements to put together a financing package."
June 11, 2010 - Pictures from 2010 CFDA Awards More cool style from the 2010 CFDA Fashion Awards with Hayden dressed in Richard Chai.
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June 11, 2010 - VIDEO: Hayden on His Way to 2010 CFDA After Party - Hayden stops to take pictures with fans on his way into the 2010 CFDA after party.
June 10, 2010 - Hayden stops for Pizza before CFDA Awards - Women's Wear Daily reported that food wasn't served until the last award was given at the 2010 CFDA Fashion Awards and that was around 10:00 p.m. So what's a hungry guy to do. Hayden stopped for the best New York pizza. The link below will take you to the video of Hayden with pizza and stopping to take pictures with fans on his way into the after party. The short segment is at 17:00 on the video counter. (Thanks to Chelsea, Ashla and others who contacted me about the video and tv appearance.)
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June 09, 2010 - Hayden's Special Date - Hayden and his grandmother had a special night out for the 2010 CFDA Awards and it hasn't gone unnoticed by fans of the event because of it's "aww..." factor. Who can blame them.
Try - A Fashion Blog - "I love that these two guys (Ed Westwick, Hayden Christensen) went out to support the fashion industry at the cfda's on tuesday night. plus they are both so adorable :) [hayden christensen with his grandma (awww).]
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June 09, 2010 - News in Brief - Here are a couple of news items from around the net.
Entertainment Weekly - Bank robbers have never looked this hot - "The new trailer for Takers makes it look like a younger, grittier Ocean's Eleven with the teensiest touch of Point Break. A group of bank robbers - led by the impeccably-dressed Idris Elba and including the bat-wielding duo Hayden Christensen and Paul Walker, the jump-y Chris Brown, and the lovestruck Michael Ealy - take on a big score with Tip "T.I." Harris, even though they're not sure if they can trust him. The cops (Matt Dillon and Jay Hernandez) may finally catch 'em. Any guesses on who won't make it out of this film alive?"
2010 CFDA Awards - "What I always love about both the Met Ball and the CFDA awards is the fact that designers attend with their muses dresses in their designs. I thought Hayden Christensen in Richard Chai was absolutely genius, they both look so not-bothered. Pretty relaxed as well looked Altuzarra and Vanessa Traina, in a custom-made dress from the SS10 collection turned black for the occasion."
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June 09, 2010 - The Tomatometer Says..... - Rotten Tomatoes has Takers with an 85% tomatometer rating at present. Seven people have weighed in on rating the film with more than one giving it 100%. One Rotten Tomatoes member wrote a brief review after seeing a screening back in January. (Thanks to Sophie for the heads up.)
"I saw a free screening of this movie. to put it simply this is an updated awesome action packed version of "Heat" revamped with an all star cast who exceeded expectations. I would definitely recommend this movie to people who are constantly disappointed with action movies. it starts out fast and stays that way to the very end."
June 09, 2010 - New Takers Still with Hayden plus Miami Screening - Hayden is pictured below as AJ in the movie Takers which will be in Theaters August 20. The American Black Film Festival will host a gala screening of Takers in Miami on the festival's opening night June 23, 2010. Idris Elba who also stars in Takers is the festival's ambassador. Picture Source
4:45 pm - 5:45 pm Cocktail Hour
Segafredo Cafe Bar courtesy of Grey Goose
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Opening Night Film: TAKERS Screening 1
Colony Theater courtesy of Rainforest Films & Screen Gems
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm Opening Night Film: TAKERS Screening 2
Colony Theatre courtesy of Rainforest Films & Screen Gems
10:30 pm - 3:30 am Opening Night Party
Klutch sponsored by BET Networks
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June 08, 2010 - Takers Theatrical Trailer # 2 - T.I.'s "Yeah Ya Know" and a few more scenes are what's new in this second trailer and of course Hayden is still flying through the air, gun blazing. Always fun to watch. [Um...they better not cut that from the film.]
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June 08, 2010 - Hayden and Guest Attends 2010 CFDA Fashion Awards - Hayden's grandmother was also a guest at the event held in Lincoln Center last night in NYC attended by leading designers and celebrities.
"Last night, at the CFDA awards, the Daily Transom found itself seated next to designer Richard Chai and his guest, actor Hayden Christensen. "This is quite a night out for me," Mr. Christensen told Mr. Chai when they first sat down and the awards hadn't started yet.
The duo arrived with an elderly woman who was escorted to sit elsewhere. It was unclear who she was.
Mr. Chai was announced as the winner of the Swarovski award for menswear designer, presented to him by actor Ed Westwick and TV personality Alexa Chung. When his name was called, Mr. Chai just said, "Wow," and Mr. Christensen congratulated him by slapping his back. When the designer got up to the stage, he said it again: "Wow." Among the many people he thanked was Mr. Christensen, for being his date.
When the awards were over, Mr. Christensen turned to Mr. Chai and said, "Hold on, I have to go get my grandmother." "
June 08, 2010 - Hayden at the 2010 CFDA Fashion Awards - Hayden is pictured below at the annual awards for the Council of Fashion Designers of America. He was the guest of designer Richard Chai who was nominated for an award for emerging talent and won in the category of Menswear. Iman who appeared with Hayden in the RED PSA for The Lazarus Effect was honored with the Fashion Icon Award.
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June 07, 2010 - Hayden at 2010 CFDA Fashion Awards
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June 07, 2010 - 2010 CFDA Fashion Awards - Hayden just arrived at this year's CFDA Fashion Awards. The awards for The Council of Fashion Designers of America and presented by Swarovski, are taking place tonight at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, NYC.
Joe Zee - The creative director of Elle Magazine, tweeted just a little while ago, -- "Walked in with a very cool Hayden Christensen and ran into a fairytale dressed Dakota Fanning."
Starworks Group - "Hayden Christensen looking dashing as always just arrived with Swarovski Menswear nominee Richard Chai. -Shaz"
June 06, 2010 - Genesis Code Updates - The good news about Genesis Code is that David R. Ellis says there is a script. That makes Hayden's newest project one step closer to going into production. The other news, unfortunately, is that filmmaker David R. Ellis has two other movies scheduled before he gets to direct Hayden in that movie about a former national security agent investigating the death of his sister and her son. Ellis seems excited about "the great script" for Genesis Code and is enthusiastic about getting to work with the great producers and actors in his upcoming movies.
"I also have a great script called Genesis Code with Hayden Christensen and another titled Bad Luck with Milla Jovovich. And there's several others."
"Genesis Code", written by Kevin Bernhardt, tells of a former national security expert (Christensen) who, while investigating the murder of his only sister and her young son, discovers that a religious sect called The Shadow of the Cross may be involved. With the help of his sister's friend Ana, they follow the clues to a clinic in the mountains of Italy, where a terrifying secret experiment has been conducted - successfully. The results are so threatening to the foundation of the Church that they will do anything to keep it from being revealed."
Ellis says he's having the time of his life at the moment. "I am blessed to have great projects with great producers and actors".
June 03, 2010 - K-OS Music Vid Update - Hayden will appear in K-OS' upcoming Zambony video. Here's another picture via K-OS' Twitter. (thanks to Ashla and Sweetlove for the heads up.)
koskhv - "may the force be with you. Zambony Vid. Hayden Christensen." http://twitpic.com/1twz5x
k-os / kheaven / kos
June 03, 2010 - Six HQ Screen Caps from Takers Video - Click the links below for large pics from the Takers music video.
June 03, 2010 - New Takers Posters and Media - The new Latin American Takers poster also seems to be the graphic used in Sony Pictures Mexico's flash header for Takers. You can view all by clicking the links below.
I'd also like to thank everyone, Sophie, Ashla, and Paul for all the emails and infomation sent to me yesterday. I had a family gathering and you all really helped me to catch up. Thank you.
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June 03, 2010 - Vanishing on 7th Street at Toronto International Film Festival - Thanks to Paul for sending information about Hayden's latest movie Vanishing on 7th Street. The film is expected to premiere at TIFF in September. Watch here for more details as they become available.
Pauldo35 - @haydenfannews I just got news that vanishing on 7th is going to premier at the toranto film festival in september
June 03, 2010 - T.I.'s Takers Music Video - This music video has all the cast at their coolest including Hayden as we've never seen him before. Watch for piano Hayden, tattoo Hayden and smooth criminal Hayden in this nice and long video.
June 03, 2010 - Mo'Nique Show Video - This video is from The Mo'Nique Show with guests T.I., Will Power and Michael Ealy dated June 1, 2010. Takers clips which feature Hayden are at 32:25 on the video counter.
June 01, 2010 - Takers Stars T.I., Michael Ealy on The Mo'Nique Show Tonight - Possible Takers video alert - Also appearing is Will 'Power' Packer on Mo'Nique at 11:00 p.m./ 10:00 p.m. tonight Tuesday June 01. Source: The Mo'Nique Show and and TakersMovie Twitter
"I recently acquired a farm north of Toronto," Christensen announces, "and I just bought a big excavator and a dump truck and a bobcat, construction toys. I plan to start building soon. I can't wait to go out there and move dirt and get my hands dirty." He bought his heavy-duty vehicles at an auction in Southern Ontario, where to his immense pleasure the people were far more intent on ogling gear than celebrities. "It's currently a hay farm, but I want it to be a working farm. I want to fill the barn with livestock. First pigs, then cattle and horses." Source: EnRoute Magazine.
"He made his name as the young Darth Vader, but for Hayden Christensen the next year launches his career on a new intergalactic trajectory. The young Canuck will find himself sporting Bob Dylan's hat, in the arms of sexy starlet Jessica Alba, surrounded by Virgins, and transporting himself around the world in a split second. With such a fantastic future, how will he keep it real?"
Hayden talks about Doug Liman and Jumper, Jessica Alba and Awake and Factory Girl, Billy Quinn and more. Toro Magazine is no longer available on newstands. Download the entire issue online in PDF format (19MB) HERE
If you cannot download the PDF file, you can get snapshots of the article pages and photos here at Just Jared.
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