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I thought you might all be interested to read David’s reaction to the win because not only does he say what we’ve been saying all along “if you’re a Rob fan, then you’ve got to be interested in “Cosmopolis,” because you will see him as you have not seen him before, for sure.“, but he sings praises again for Rob and also gives us a little insight into how the industry works. I cannot wait to see the promo tour for this film. Please if there is a God bring David, Sarah and Rob to Sydney *getsdownonknees*. Anyway, enough babbling from me, here’s what David had to say to MTV:
“Eric Packer is about to embark upon the worst car ride of his life. Thankfully, Robert Pattinson — the actor who plays Packer in “Cosmopolis” — doesn’t share his character’s fate.
Pattinson fans came out in full force to elect “Cosmopolis” the winner of the MTV Movie Brawl 2012, a weeks-long tournament that pitted several of 2012′s biggest releases against one another to determine which film is the must-see cinematic event of the year. After tense battles against titans like “Bel Ami,” “The Twilight Saga – Breaking Dawn: Part 2,” “The Dark Knight Rises” and “The Hunger Games,” it’s Pattinson’s upcoming indie thriller that took home the grand prize.
It’s a surprising result for many onlookers, given that “Cosmopolis” has yet to release a trailer and only has a tentative release date of 2012. But Rob’s fans rallied behind their man, opting to support his future in “Cosmopolis” over his past in “Twilight” — a commanding decision from a massive fanbase that demands attention, to say the least. In fact, the movement was so strong that it even caught “Cosmopolis” director David Cronenberg’s eye even before the film won the brawl for it all. Shortly after the victory was announced, Cronenberg got on the phone with MTV News to talk about what “Cosmopolis” winning the MTV Movie Brawl means for the film, Pattinson’s performance, when fans can expect to see a trailer and much more.
MTV: David, thanks for talking with us! Have you been filled in on what’s happened with “Cosmopolis” over here?
David Cronenberg: You know, I’ve been following it! I’m shocked! I’m shocked and amazed and really tickled. It proves that movie fans are unpredictable and really interesting and really passionate. It’s fantastic. I would have never, ever imagined that this would happen.
MTV: How did the tournament first get on your radar?
Cronenberg: Somebody sent me something and said, “Hey, we seem to be doing OK in this Movie Brawl thing that MTV’s got going on.” I didn’t know about it. At that point, we were struggling with “The Dark Knight,” I think. I thought, “Wow, that’s pretty impressive!” Because “Cosmopolis,” while I think in terms of what it is as cinema is pretty hefty, but in terms of budget and promotion, it’s an underdog compared to something like “The Dark Knight” franchise. I really didn’t think we would have much of a chance. That really got my attention.
MTV: What’s kind of incredible, too, is that right before that battle with Batman, “Cosmopolis” was up against “Twilight.” It was Rob versus Rob! In what we saw, it seemed that fans were putting their votes towards Rob’s future instead of his past.
Cronenberg: Well, and I think that’s one of the things that I meant when I said it was interesting. Because that’s not the kind of thing you would predict. But it was really terrific, and in that sense, they’re right. As I’ve said many times, if you’re a “Twilight” fan, then you might not be interested in “Cosmopolis” because Rob is not Mr. Cullen. But if you’re a Rob fan, then you’ve got to be interested in “Cosmopolis,” because you will see him as you have not seen him before, for sure.
For those of you who don’t follow us on Twitter, it’s been a fight to the death for the last week in voting for Cosmopolis to take out MTV’s Movie Brawl. In fact, I’m finding it hard to type this given the RSI I’m suffering and Vicky can attest to the same! We beat Breaking Dawn 2, we beat The Dark Knight Rises (easily) and then they thought Rob would lose to The Hunger Games – well one thing’s for sure – they have no idea when it comes to the loyalty we, as Rob’s fans, have. Maybe now the industry will see that it’s not sparkly Edward that keeps us interested but the actor that is Robert Pattinson!
“The final buzzer has sounded, the brawl for it all is over, and Robert Pattinson is the last man standing: “Cosmopolis” has won MTV Movie Brawl 2012.
His indie drama made for one hell of a Cinderella story in the vote-driven tournament to pick the must-see movie of the year. Entering the bracket as a #4 seed (following an impressive showing in the play-in round), “Cosmopolis” appeared to be facing an unavoidable Elite Eight ouster. What were the chances Pattinson’s cerebral film about a young finance wiz taking a day-long limo ride though New York City would beat “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2″? Apparently pretty good. Fans banded together, choosing to support RPattz’s post-vampire career rather than the franchise that made him a star. “Breaking Dawn” was sent packing.
And so, after easily fighting off “The Dark Knight Rises,” “Cosmopolis” came to face “The Hunger Games,” a brand-new franchise that had waltzed through the tournament and seemed to be the odds-on favorite to win the whole tourney. But it was not to be. After more than 3 million votes and a slew of lead changes, Pattinson’s film beat back Jennifer Lawrence’s series to become the undisputed champion of the Movie Brawl. (Maria: my emphasis and fist pumps)
Hours before voting closed Monday afternoon (January 23), with “Cosmopolis” staking out an insurmountable lead and the MTV Movies team at the Sundance Film Festival, we broke the news to Pattinson’s co-star, Paul Giamatti, that their film had won the tournament.
“Holy cow, that’s astounding!” he said. “The fact of that is amazing. … That’s a really cool thing that it brings that visibility to that movie.”
A BIG BIG thank you to everyone who helped get this over the line. Michelle, Vertigo, Lise-Lou, Suze and Jules – huge group hug – hahaha. Yeah we might have gone over the top a little, but it was fun!
UPDATED: Vid of Paul Giamatti’s reaction when told by Josh *Fangirl* Horowitz
Jules!!!!!! OMG I can feel your excitment all the way over here. According to MovieJuice:
“Glasgow Film Festival 2012 has announced next month’s programme of premieres, special guests and unique events – with its preceding short film and youth festivals meaning that film-lovers can look forward to a packed month of attractions.
The main festival runs from 16th to 26th February in 16 venues across the city. Meanwhile the Glasgow Youth Film Festival takes place from 5th to 15th February, and the Glasgow Short Film Festival takes place over the weekend from the 9th to the 12th. …
Among the many films receiving their first British screening at Glasgow are the eagerly awaited Irvine Welsh’s Ecstasy, romantic comedy The Decoy Bride co-starring David Tennant and Kelly Macdonald, acclaimed American independent drama In the Family, period drama Bel Ami starring Robert Pattinson, award-winner Cloudburst with Olympia Dukakis and Brenda Fricker, controversial documentaries Better this World and How to Die in Oregon and animated feature Wrinkles (Arrugas).”
They better not be teasing.
There’s nothing on the GFF site yet, but click here to check out what else is happening. Note: well I couldn’t find it, but I haven’t had my morning coffee yet. Hmm wonder if Rob’s heading back home for BAFTAS and then Glasgow. Jules … Jules …. this has got to be the best day ever for you.
At this rate we should be able to piece the movie together *giggles*. I’m kidding – we will find out the Australian release date, in case you missed my post on Monday, in February. As soon as I’m told, I’ll let you all know. *Update: Yeah sorry that last one isn’t new – we’ve posted before. I guess that’s what happens when you get lazy on your holidays LOL.
I felt like seeing a little bit of vintage Rob … Rob in any way shape or form always brings a smile to my face … I mean how could it not – look at him.
So when MTV’s Josh Horowitz tweeted that he obtained an Unbound Captives update from Madeleine Stowe today on The Globes red carpet I have to admit I was sceptical. I mean Rob’s said it, and I’ve said it a number of times, Phineas is supposed to be 18 – I doubt very much that Rob could pull off playing an 18 year old now – let alone that it’s being scheduled for 2013. I guess if Madeleine is smart she will do something to ensure Rob’s involved, but Rachel Weisz as his mother? I’m guessing that’s going to be stretching it a bit … I’m not holding my breath for this one, but I’m happy to be proven wrong. Over to you Rob …
“Robert Pattinson is so beloved by “Unbound Captives” producer Madeleine Stowe that she may consider altering a character in the film’s script so that the “Twilight Saga” star can take the role.
MTV News caught up with Stowe on the Golden Globes red carpet and asked her whether there is any chance of RPattz being in the upcoming film. After all, when we last talked to Pattinson, he suggested that he might now be too old for the role.
“The character was conceptualized as an 18-year-old,” Stowe acknowledged. When asked if she would be willing to age up the role so he could still take the part, she said with a laugh, “We might. We might just do that. We’ll see how it all falls.”
It wasn’t just the “Twilight” phenomenon that is causing Stowe to be willing to jump through hoops for Pattinson. She explained that she met him before he joined the first “Twilight” film and “fell deeply in love with him” then.
Hugh Jackman and Rachel Weisz are also currently attached to the project. In fact, Jackman recently told MTV News that it’s “one of the best scripts I’ve read in a long time.”
With Pattinson’s commitment to “Cosmopolis” over with, he seemingly has an open slate ahead of him. Stowe said that Pattinson’s decision to come onboard “Unbound Captives” is strictly in his camp.
“It’s going to be sort of up to Robert. We’re looking at 2013 [for a release date] right now,” Stowe said.”
