The Call
When veteran 911 operator, Jordan (Halle Berry), takes a life-altering call from a teenage girl (Abigail Breslin) who has just been abducted, she realizes that she must confront a killer from her past in order to save the girl’s life.
[Video Interview] Halle Berry On Taking 'The Call'!
Out on March 15th is WWE’s The Call (formerly The Hive), which is being released by TriStar. I recently sat down with the film’s star Halle Berry (Gothika, X-Men) to discuss the challenges of performing in the relatively static (yet buzzing) environment of a 911 call center and the perks of working with director Brad Anderson (Session 9).
In the film, “When veteran 911 operator, Jordan (Halle Berry), takes a life-altering call from a teenage girl (Abigail Breslin) who has just been abducted, she realizes that she must confront a killer from her past in order to save the girl’s life.” I also recently spent some time on set and you can read that report right here. Abigail Breslin, Justina Machado, Tara Platt, Evie Thompson, David Otunga, Michael Linstroth, Michael Eklund and Morris Chestnut also star in the film.
The Call is now rated “R.” Head inside for the interview! READ MORE
New Poster For 'The Call' Takes The Red Eye
Sony TriStar has just released a new poster from their Halle Berry starring The Call (formerly The Hive). I recently spent some time on set if you want a more detailed glimpse that what the one-sheet provides, you can read that report here.
In The film, “ When veteran 911 operator, Jordan (Halle Berry), takes a life-altering call from a teenage girl (Abigail Breslin) who has just been abducted, she realizes that she must confront a killer from her past in order to save the girl’s life.”
Abigail Breslin, Justina Machado, Tara Platt, Evie Thompson, David Otunga, Michael Linstroth, Michael Eklund and Morris Chestnut also star in the flick directed by genre fav Brad Anderson (Session 9) and written by Richard D’Ovidio (Thir13en Ghosts) The Call will be released March 15th, 2013.
Head inside to check it out! You can take ‘The Call’ on March 15th! READ MORE
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[Special Report] We Visit The Hive Center At The Heart Of 'The Call'
Sony TriStar will release their Halle Berry The Call (formerly The Hive) on March 15th, 2013. In the film, “ When veteran 911 operator, Jordan (Halle Berry), takes a life-altering call from a teenage girl (Abigail Breslin) who has just been abducted, she realizes that she must confront a killer from her past in order to save the girl’s life.”
Abigail Breslin, Justina Machado, Tara Platt, Evie Thompson, David Otunga, Michael Linstroth, Michael Eklund and Morris Chestnut also star in the flick directed by genre fav Brad Anderson (Session 9) and written by Richard D’Ovidio (Thir13en Ghosts).
I recently spent some time on the film’s set in Thousand Oaks, CA – head inside for the report! READ MORE
First Trailer For 'The Call' Stuffs You In The Trunk
Sony TriStar has just released the first trailer from their Halle Berry starring March 15, 2013 slot as The Call (formerly The Hive). The film looks reasonably taught and it’s nice to see Michael Eklund (the serial killer here) in something other than The Divide (still recovering from that one).
In The film, “ When veteran 911 operator, Jordan (Halle Berry), takes a life-altering call from a teenage girl (Abigail Breslin) who has just been abducted, she realizes that she must confront a killer from her past in order to save the girl’s life.”
Abigail Breslin, Justina Machado, Tara Platt, Evie Thompson, David Otunga, Michael Linstroth, Michael Eklund and Morris Chestnut also star in the flick directed by genre fav Brad Anderson (Session 9) and written by Richard D’Ovidio (Thir13en Ghosts) The Call will be released March 15th, 2013. Check back for my set report next week and head inside for a better look at the pic! READ MORE
First Image Of Halle Berry Taking 'The Call'
Sony TriStar has shared the first still from their Halle Berry starring March 15, 2013 slot as The Call (formerly The Hive).
The newly released official synopsis reads thusly, “ When veteran 911 operator, Jordan (Halle Berry), takes a life-altering call from a teenage girl (Abigail Breslin) who has just been abducted, she realizes that she must confront a killer from her past in order to save the girl’s life.”
Abigail Breslin, Justina Machado, Tara Platt, Evie Thompson, David Otunga, Michael Linstroth, Michael Eklund and Morris Chestnut also star in the flick directed by genre fav Brad Anderson (Session 9) and written by Richard D’Ovidio (Thir13en Ghosts) The Call will be released March 15th, 2013. Check back for my set report next week and head inside for a better look at the pic! READ MORE
'The Hive' Gets 'The Call' For March Release
So what happened to Carrie, you ask?
Well, Sony TriStar feels pretty good about their thriller The Hive as the Halle Berry starrer will now open in the March 15, 2013 slot as The Call.
Co-produced by WWE Films, the pic is set against the backdrop of a 911 emergency center, fast-paced suspense pic follows a 911 operator who must face her own fears in order to save a teenage girl from a serial killer.
Abigail Breslin, Justina Machado, Tara Platt, Evie Thompson, David Otunga, Michael Linstroth, Michael Eklund and Morris Chestnut also star in the flick directed by genre fav Brad Anderson (Session 9).
Here’s our full 2013 release schedule for Sony.
Michael Eklund Joins Halle Berry In 'The Hive'
Variety reports that Michael Eklund (pictured) – a good actor who was really irritating and hammy in The Divide – has been cast alongside both Halle Berry and Abigail Breslin in The Hive, currently lensing under the direction of Brad Anderson.
Scriped by Rich D’Ovidio , “Set against the backdrop of a 911 emergency center, the fast-paced suspense pic follows a 911 operator who must face her own fears in order to save a teenage girl from a serial killer.”
Justina Machado, Tara Platt, Evie Thompson, David Otunga and Michael Linstroth all round out the indie cast. WWE recently came aboard to co-finance and produce alongside Troika Pictures.
9-1-1 Horror 'The Hive' Fills Up, Halle Berry Injured On Set
“Six Feet Under” and Final Destination 2‘s Justina Machado (pictured) has been cast alongside both Halle Berry and Abigail Breslin in The Hive, currently lensing under the direction of Brad Anderson.
Scriped by Rich D’Ovidio , “Set against the backdrop of a 911 emergency center, the fast-paced suspense pic follows a 911 operator who must face her own fears in order to save a teenage girl from a serial killer.”
Tara Platt, Evie Thompson, David Otunga and Michael Linstroth all round out the indie cast. WWE recently came aboard to co-finance and produce alongside Troika Pictures.
Update: Halle Berry was rushed to the hospital on Tuesday after she suffered a minor head injury on set, says THR. The actress was shooting an action scene for the upcoming thriller The Hive in Los Angeles when she was injured, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. She was taken to the hospital and has since been released. “Halle Berry suffered a minor head injury while shooting a fight sequence on the set of her film,” Berry’s rep said. “She was taken to the hospital as a precaution, but she checked out healthy and was released. She’ll continue with production as planned.”
Quick, Call 9-1-1, WWE Is Producing The Halle Berry & Abigail Breslin-Starrer 'The Hive'
WWE Studios and Troika Pictures are teaming to co-produce and co-finance The Hive, starring Halle Berry (Gothika) and Abigail Breslin (pictured above; Zombieland), says Deadline.
The thriller, to be directed by Brad Anderson (Session 9, The Machinist, Transsiberian), was written by Rich D’Ovidio (Exit Wounds, Thir13en Ghosts) and based on a story by Rich D’Ovidio, Nicole D’Ovidio and Jon Bokencamp.
“In the film, an emergency call center operator (Berry) takes a call from a teenage girl (Breslin) who has been abducted and carried away in the trunk of a car. The kidnapping plays out in real time as Jordan and Casey work together to track down the killer.”
Principal photography is scheduled to begin July 6 in and around Los Angeles.
The Hive is being produced by Troika’s Michael Helfant, Robert Stein and Bradley Gallo, WWE Studios’ Michael Luisi and Jeff Graup. William Gallo, Philip M. Cohen and Chip Rosenbloom are executive producers.
Abigail Breslin Was Serious About Taking Darker Roles, Joins 'The Hive'
Abigail Breslin (pictured below; Zombieland, Little Miss Sunshine) is the latest to join Troika Pictures’ thriller The Hive, which Brad Anderson will direct this summer. She had previously stated that she had been wanting to pursue darker material.
Per Variety “Abigail Breslin, the Oscar-nominated ‘Little Miss Sunshine’ star who just wrapped the crime drama ‘Perfect Sisters’, will continue to explore dark material, as she’s set to join Halle Berry in Troika Pictures’ thriller ‘The Hive’.”
In the film, “Set against the backdrop of a 911 call center, fast-paced suspense pic will find Berry playing a 911 emergency operator who must face her own fears in order to save a teenage girl from a disturbed killer.”
Rich D’Ovidio wrote the script, which is based on an original story by Nicole D’Ovidio, Jon Bokencamp and the scribe. Robert Stein and Michael Helfant will produce for Troika Pictures, whose Bradley Gallo will co-produce. Jeff Graup will also produce the pic, while Philip M. Cohen and William Gallo will exec produce.
Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions has domestic rights, with foreign sales being handled by Sierra/Affinity. Production is skedded to start in late June in Los Angeles. READ MORE
Halle Berry Finally Confirmed For Battle With 'The Hive'
While earlier this month it looked like Halle Berry was doomed to VOD with the release of the shark thriller Dark Tide, the Oscar-winning actress has joined another genre film that she’s been in talks for since October.
After the prolonged negotiation, Variety reports that X-Men star Berry is set to topline Troika Pictures’ thriller The Hive, which Brad Anderson will direct this summer.
“Set against the backdrop of a 911 call center, fast-paced suspense pic will find Berry playing a 911 emergency operator who must face her own fears in order to save a teenage girl from a disturbed killer.”
Rich D’Ovidio wrote the script, which is based on an original story by Nicole D’Ovidio, Jon Bokencamp and the scribe.
Robert Stein and Michael Helfant will produce for Troika Pictures, whose Bradley Gallo will co-produce. Jeff Graup will also produce the pic, while Philip M. Cohen and William Gallo will exec produce.
Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions has domestic rights, with foreign sales being handled by Sierra/Affinity. Production is skedded to start in late June in Los Angeles. READ MORE
Brad Anderson Makes 911 Call For Slasher 'The Hive'!
The Machinist, Transsiberian and Vanishing on 7th Street helmer Brad Anderson has come on to replace Joel Schumacher as director of Troika Pictures’ thriller The Hive, writes Variety.
“Set against the backdrop of a 911 emergency center, fast-paced suspense pic follows a 911 operator who must face her own fears in order to save a teenage girl from a serial killer.”
Rich D’Ovidio (Exit Wounds) wrote the script, which initially had Halle Berry attached before she dropped out due to personal scheduling issues, though several top actresses have expressed interest in the part.
Said Anderson: “This script has two elements I always look for in a thriller — strong, believable female characters and a smart, very dark and very creepy story that will definitely resonate with large audiences.”
Production is skedded for late spring. READ MORE
Halle Berry Takes Call for 'The Hive'
CS is reporting that Joel Schumacher – hot off the heels of Trespass – has confirmed hopes of landing Halle Berry for the lead role in The Hive, his latest genre outing that centers on an emergency operator who must confront a killer from her past to save a young girl’s life. No other details were available.
Berry first entered the horror foray with Gothika for Warner Bros. back in 2003. It was her first role following her Oscar win. She can also be seen in the indie Dark Side alongside Olivier Martinez. John Stockwell directs the film that pits Berry against some vicious sharks.
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Joel Schumacher to Revisit 'The Hive' of a Serial Killer
Robert Stein and Michael Helfant’s Troika Pictures has announced a slate of new projects, including the Joel Schumacher-helmed suspense thriller The Hive, reports Variety.
From a script by Rich D’Ovidio (who penned the Thir13en Ghosts redo for Dark Castle and Warners), the pic “centers on an emergency operator who must confront a killer from her past to save a young girl’s life.”
Schumacher is best known in the horror world as the director of the 1987 The Lost Boys, and most recently returned to the genre with the direct-to-video title Blood Creek. He also helmed the bizarre Batman sequels, Batman Forever and Batman & Robin, along with the totally badass 8MM.
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