2 - FILM NEWS
“Shanghai Noon” Sequel Taps “Napoleon Dynamite” Director Jared Hess
The long-gestating Shanghai Dawn, the third installment in MGM’s Shanghai Noon franchise, has taken a huge step forward by tapping Napoleon Dynamite helmer Jared Hess to direct.
Inspired by true events, a group of half-brained criminals execute an absurdly faulted heist plan. They manage the impossible and make off with $17 million in cash.
Sony and Marvel have narrowed down their search for the director of the next “Spider Man” movie. Back in March, there were talks of “Cabin In The Woods” director Drew Goddard taking on the project. Now, there are a new set of directors in the mix as the project moves forward. 
