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[Remember This?] Oren Peli’s ‘Area 51′?

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Posted by EvanDickson on February 13, 2013 @ 6:13pm
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Hot off the success of Paranormal Activity, director Oren Peli embarked on his second outing behind the camera, Area 51. That was four years ago.

Isn’t it strange that the above paragraph could easily be the opening crawl for its own found footage movie? Of course, Oren Peli didn’t disappear. Paranormal Activity 2, 3 and 4 have since been released (he was involved with all of them to varying degrees). He’s had a big network TV show, “The River.” He wrote and produced The Chernobyl Diaries and he’s also a producer on Rob Zombie’s upcoming Lords Of Salem.

His producing partner on Area 51 (and the PA films), Jason Blum, recently had some massive success with Insidious and Sinister and is currently shooting Insidious: Chapter 2. Back in 2011 Blum went on record about the project and the duo’s very busy dance card seemed to be interfering a bit with its release, “Area 51′ is like ‘Paranormal Activity’. The additional photography for ‘PA’, we went back 50 times. The great thing about doing extra shooting for inexpensive movies is that the cost is low, so we screen and shoot and screen and shoot. Oren and I were pulled away from ‘Area 51′ a lot for the second ‘PA’. Once that came out, we ramped up on ‘Area 51′ again. I anticipate the movie will be mostly done in about three or four months.”

Those three or four months have come and gone. So… what do we know about the film? READ MORE

TV: ABC Talks Canceling ‘The River,’ Transitioning To Netflix

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Posted by MrDisgusting on March 22, 2012 @ 4:09pm
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river020312 TV: ABC Talks Canceling The River, Transitioning To Netflix

Is network TV dying? We may finally be witnesses to the rise of streaming original content.

Netflix, who is already developing Eli Roth’s original series “Hemlock Grove,” and is in talks with 20th Century Fox TV about possibly picking up recently cancelled “Terra Nova,” may also be eying another freshman drama that is facing cancellation: ABC’s “The River.”

Deadline reports that the streaming giant has had conversations with “The River” producer ABC Studios about the possibility of continuing the thriller/horror series on Netflix. Sources stress that the talks are exploratory at this point in the context of a larger conversation between ABC Studios and Netflix.

From my own perspective, this is exactly what “The River” should have been in the first place. The constant commercial breaks tear us away from any tension the show builds, while having it air on prime time forces the show to veer away from any violent content.

It should also b clear that, unlike “Terra Nova,” “The River” has not been officially canceled by ABC, though that is considered a foregone conclusion. This could actually turn into a positive situation if transitioned correctly.

Have you been watching “The River”? What do you think? READ MORE

TV: [Next On] ‘The River’ Episode 01.04 “A Better Man”

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Posted by MrDisgusting on February 20, 2012 @ 3:47pm
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river020312 TV: [Next On] The River Episode 01.04 A Better Man

From the mind of Paranormal Activity director Oren Peli, and directed by Orphan and House of Wax‘s Jaume Collet-Serra, the premiere of ABC’s The River was considered soft. I haven’t had a chance to pick up episode three yet, so you guys will have to tell me what you thought. More monkey’s wearing creepy doll masks? I hope so!

Anyways, gearing up for next week, below you’ll find the first clip from episode 3 entitled “We Leave At Dawn.” It will air this Tuesday, February 21. READ MORE

TV: [Next On] Sneak Peak At ‘The River’ Episode 01.03

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Posted by MrDisgusting on February 11, 2012 @ 8:35am
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river020312 TV: [Next On] Sneak Peak At The River Episode 01.03

From the mind of Paranormal Activity director Oren Peli, and directed by Orphan and House of Wax‘s Jaume Collet-Serra, the past Tuesday’s premiere of ABC’s The River was considered soft. Catching up on the show, I can see why people tapered off each half hour… it wasn’t very captivating, and the commercial breaks continually crushed any building tension. With that said, I absolutely despised the series premiere for FX’s “American Horror Story,” which transformed before my eyes into one of the most captivating shows on television. I’ll stick with “The River” a few more episodes and see where they go.

Gearing up for next week, below you’ll find the first clip from episode 3 entitled “We Leave At Dawn.” It will air next Tuesday, February 14th. READ MORE

TV: ABC’s ‘The River’ Has “Soft” Premiere

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Posted by MrDisgusting on February 08, 2012 @ 6:06pm
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river020312 TV: ABCs The River Has Soft Premiere

One thing about watching a new TV series is that you risk getting attached, only to have it canceled before the debut season ends. This is why I typically wait until the second season is announced to jump aboard (although I took the day one dive with “American Horror Story” and “The Walking Dead”).

THR writes that the two-hour premiere of ABC’s “The River,” which, while soft in its returns and declining every half hour, still topped last season’s comparable mid-season time slot entry, “Off The Map.”

“The River” pulled in a 2.4 among adults 18-49, with a 2.5 at 9:00 p.m. and a 2.2 at 10:00 p.m.., and gave the net its strongest showing in the time slot since the fall finale of “Dancing With the Stars.” ABC averaged a 2.4 among 18-49-ers for the night and 7.6 million viewers.

While off to a weak start, there’s still plenty of hope for the new series from Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli — but it can just as easily capsize into the abyss… READ MORE

TV: Full, Final Trailer For ABC’s ‘The River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on February 06, 2012 @ 7:01pm
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river020312 TV: Full, Final Trailer For ABCs The River

Tomorrow, February 7th will see the 2-hour premiere event of ABC’s “The River”, a new series from Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. With “The River”‘s 8-episode season kicking off tomorrow, ABC has finally unveiled the full trailer teasing the supernatural series.

“Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa), and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Kretschmann).” READ MORE

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The River (2012) Full Trailer

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TV: Audience Reaction Promo For ‘The River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on February 05, 2012 @ 10:06pm
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river020312 TV: Audience Reaction Promo For The River

This coming Tuesday, February 7th will see the premiere of ABC’s “The River”, a new series from Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. “The River”‘s 8-episode Season 1 is teased with the following new on air promo that shows the audience’s reaction to the horror series.The audience reaction trailers are a bit played out IMO.

“Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa), and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Kretschmann).” READ MORE

TV: The Jungle Comes Alive In Lengthy ‘The River’ Tease

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Posted by MrDisgusting on January 28, 2012 @ 5:34pm
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theriver072111 TV: The Jungle Comes Alive In Lengthy The River Tease

Premiering on ABC Tuesday, February 7 at 9pm is “The River”, which comes from the mind of Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (House of Wax, Orphan). This morning a new promo was released that shares the most footage yet as we get to see the eluded to Dr. Emmet Cole as he’s attacked by the jungle! Don’t forget to check out ABC’s new website that explores what The Magus has to offer.

“The River follows the story of wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole. Emmet set course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.

Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Joe Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Leslie Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa) and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Thomas Kretschmann).” READ MORE

TV: Two-Minute Long Preview Of ABC’s ‘The River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on January 13, 2012 @ 4:56pm
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theriver072111 TV: Two Minute Long Preview Of ABCs The River

Premiering on ABC Tuesday, February 7 at 9pm is “The River”, which comes from the mind of Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (House of Wax, Orphan). Getting regular ABC viewers pumped for the new supernatural series they’ve begun airing a two-minute preview that we’ve added to the site.

“The River follows the story of wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole. Emmet set course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.

Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Joe Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Leslie Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa) and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Thomas Kretschmann).” READ MORE

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TV: ‘The River’ Creators Meet The Television Critics

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Posted by Fred-Topel on January 11, 2012 @ 6:21am
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theriver072111 TV: The River Creators Meet The Television Critics

ABC presented their midseason lineup to the Television Critics Association today. “The River” is a horror show about a documentary crew searching for a missing nature show host. Oren Peli is one of the producers and the show utilizes the found footage format with documentary cameramen as characters in the show. Peli and executive producers Michael Green and Zack Estrin spoke about their plans for the eight episode first season in a panel this morning.

The disappearance of Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) reveals scary elements as his wife (Leslie Hope) and son (Joe Anderson) uncover clues in the Amazon jungle. Along the way, they will meet a new scare every week. READ MORE

TV: Spot ‘The River’ One Sheet With Your Eye

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Posted by MrDisgusting on December 06, 2011 @ 3:49pm
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theriver072111 TV: Spot The River One Sheet With Your Eye

Premiering on ABC Tuesday, February 7 at 9pm is “The River”, which comes from the mind of Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (House of Wax, Orphan), ABC has released the official one sheet that teases the eye of…Emmet Cole??

“The River follows the story of wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole. Emmet set course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.

Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Joe Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Leslie Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa) and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Thomas Kretschmann).” READ MORE

TV: Second ‘The River’ Promo Asks What Happened To Emmet Cole?

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Posted by MrDisgusting on December 02, 2011 @ 11:57pm
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theriver072111 TV: Second The River Promo Asks What Happened To Emmet Cole?

Premiering on ABC Tuesday, February 7 at 9pm is “The River”, which comes from the mind of Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (House of Wax, Orphan), ABC has released the second promo for the series premiere. What’s calling them to the jungle? Can’t wait to find out in 2012.

“The River follows the story of wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole. Emmet set course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.

Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Joe Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Leslie Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa) and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Thomas Kretschmann).” READ MORE

TV: Promo for ‘The River’ Series Premiere Activated

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Posted by MrDisgusting on November 21, 2011 @ 6:32am
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theriver072111 TV: Promo for The River Series Premiere Activated

Premiering on ABC Tuesday, February 7 at 9pm is “The River”, which comes from the mind of Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (House of Wax, Orphan), ABC has released the promo for the series premiere. What’s calling them to the jungle? Can’t wait to find out in 2012.

“The River follows the story of wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole. Emmet set course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.

Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Joe Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Leslie Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa) and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Thomas Kretschmann).” READ MORE

TV: ABC Sets ‘The River’ for February

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Posted by MrDisgusting on November 19, 2011 @ 12:18am
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TV: ABC Sets The River for February

Premiering on ABC Tuesday, February 7 at 9pm is “The River”, which comes from the mind of Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. Check out the trailer inside from the pilot, directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (House of Wax, Orphan).

“The River follows the story of wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole. Emmet set course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.

Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Joe Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Leslie Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa) and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Thomas Kretschmann).” READ MORE

TV: ‘The Walking Dead’ Renewed for Season 3, ‘Paranormal’ Star Heads Down ‘The River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on October 25, 2011 @ 6:31pm
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walkingdead101011 TV: The Walking Dead Renewed for Season 3, Paranormal Star Heads Down The River

AMC has renewed zombie phenom “The Walking Dead” for a third season, says TV Line. “Today we are pleased to announce that the ‘dead’ shall live as we proudly renew The Walking Dead for a third season,” said Charlie Collier, AMC’s President. Dead kicked off its second season with monster ratings. The Oct. 16 opener drew 7.3 million total viewers — a 38 percent surge over the show’s Season 1 average. Nearly 5 million of those viewers fell into the coveted 18-49 crowd, a basic cable record.

In other news, Paranormal Activity star Katie Featherston will reteam with franchise Oren Peli by making an appearance on ABC’s supernatural drama “The River“. Peli produced the series directed by Jauma Collet-Serra . “The River” stars Bruce Greenwood as Emmet Cole, a wildlife expert and TV personality who goes missing deep in the Amazon, prompting his producer wife (Leslie Hope) and son (Joe Anderson) to set out on a mysterious and potentially deadly journey to find him. Featherston will play a member of a TV wildlife team in the Amazon over a multi-episode arc. READ MORE

Comic-Con ’11: Viral Posters for ABC’s ‘The River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on July 23, 2011 @ 1:58am
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Premiering this fall on AMC is “The River”, which comes from the mind of Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. The series is getting huge hype at the San Diego Comic-Con having a series of viral posters placed around the event.

“The River follows the story of wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole. Emmet set course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.

Famed explorer Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) went looking for magic deep in the uncharted Amazon and never returned. The shocking truth about his disappearance is out there, somewhere, just waiting to be discovered. To the millions of kids who grew up watching his nature show, Dr. Cole was a hero. To his own son, Lincoln (Joe Anderson), he was more of an enigma. Now, six months after he vanished, Lincoln is finally ready to bury the past when Dr. Cole’s emergency beacon suddenly goes off. At the urging of his mother, Tess (Leslie Hope), Lincoln reluctantly joins her on a search for his father. To fund the rescue, they agree to let Dr. Cole’s cagey ex-producer, Clark (Paul Blackthorne), film the mission documentary-style. The mixed crew of old friends and new acquaintances includes the sexy and resourceful Lena (Eloise Mumford), loyal mechanic Emilio (Daniel Zacapa) and lethal bodyguard Captain Kurt Brynildson (Thomas Kretschmann).”

Comic Con 11: Viral Posters for ABCs The River

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TV: Series Vet Books Co-Starring Role in ‘The River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on April 07, 2011 @ 10:29pm
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Jeff Galfer has landed a co-starring role as “Sammy” in ABC’s drama pilot “The River.”

He joins Thomas Kretschmann (Hostel: Part III, Resident Evil: Apocalypse, King Kong), Bruce Greenwood and Leslie Hope in the ABC Studios project, which hails from Paranormal Activity writer-director Oren Peli.

Being directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (The Orphan, House of Wax), Hope stars as Tess, a world traveler and top-notch producer who, six months after her TV explorer husband Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) goes missing in the Amazon, receives a signal from his beacon. Convinced that Emmet is alive, Tess forces her reluctant son Lincoln (Joe Anderson) to abandon his medical studies and lead a rescue expedition.
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TV: A Little German Flavor for ABC’s ‘The River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on March 18, 2011 @ 6:01am
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Thomas Kretschmann (Hostel: Part III, Resident Evil: Apocalypse, King Kong) has been cast in the ABC drama pilot “The River,” reports Variety.

The German actor joins Bruce Greenwood and Leslie Hope in the ABC Studios project, which hails from Paranormal Activity writer-director Oren Peli.

Being directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (The Orphan, House of Wax), Hope stars as Tess, a world traveler and top-notch producer who, six months after her TV explorer husband Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) goes missing in the Amazon, receives a signal from his beacon. Convinced that Emmet is alive, Tess forces her reluctant son Lincoln (Joe Anderson) to abandon his medical studies and lead a rescue expedition.
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TV: Leslie Hope Books Trip Down ‘The River’ to Haunted Amazon

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Posted by MrDisgusting on March 15, 2011 @ 3:12am
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I’m really curious to see what comes out of the brain of Paranormal Activity creator Oren Peli. Is he a one hit wonder, or will he be the next big thing in horror?

I love the idea of pushing forward a new genre series, which is why I’m crazy stoked for “The River,” ABC’s pilot being directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (The Orphan, House of Wax).

Deadline reports that “24″ alumna Leslie Hope has landed the role of Tess (Hope), a world traveler and top-notch producer who, six months after her TV explorer husband Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) goes missing in the Amazon, receives a signal from his beacon. Convinced that Emmet is alive, Tess forces her reluctant son Lincoln (Joe Anderson) to abandon his medical studies and lead a rescue expedition.
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TV: Latest Pilot Casting for ‘River’ and ‘Awakening’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on March 11, 2011 @ 8:17pm
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Titus Welliver (“Lost”) is set to star in the CW’s zombie thriller “Awakening,” reports Deadline. The project is about two sisters, Jenna (Lucy Griffiths) and Jayce (Meredith Hagner), coming of age and facing off against one another amidst the beginning of a zombie uprising. Welliver will play The Hunter, a middle-aged man with silver hair and piercing eyes who is from a family of legendary Zombie Hunters.

In more casting news, Paul Blackthorne (“Lipstick Jungle”) has just been cast in the ABC drama pilot “The River” directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (Orphan, House of Wax). The horror thriller centers on Lincoln Cole (Joe Anderson) who, after his famous TV explorer father Dr. Emmet Cole (Bruce Greenwood) goes missing way up the Amazon, reluctantly abandons his medical studies and follows in his father’s footsteps. Blackthorne will play the producer of Emmet Cole’s long-running documentary series. The film comes from the brain behind Paranormal Activity.
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TV: Genre Vet Heads to the Deep Amazon ‘River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on March 04, 2011 @ 6:45am
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Deadline is reporting that British actor Joe Anderson (The Ruins, The Crazies, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1/2, and The Grey) has landed the lead in ABC’s drama pilot “The River” from Orphan and House of Wax director Jaume Collet-Serra.

The horror thriller, from DreamWorks TV, ABC Studios and Paranormal Activity mastermind Oren Peli, centers on Lincoln Cole (Anderson) who, after his famous TV explorer father goes missing way up the Amazon, reluctantly abandons his medical studies and follows in his father’s footsteps – accompanied by a small camera crew, and with Something Deadly in the water, waiting for him.

Anderson joins the previously announced Eloise Mumford.
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TV: Eloise Mumford the First Headed Down ‘The River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on February 18, 2011 @ 4:38pm
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“Lone Star” actress Eloise Mumford continues her TV career down ABC’s “The River” as she’s the first to land a role in the horror drama from Paranormal Activity writer-director Oren Peli.

House of Wax/Orphan/Unknown director Jaume Collet-Serra was recently attached to direct the pilot.

As previously reported, it’s described as being in the mold of Paranormal Activity, and centers on a family who travels to the deep Amazon to locate and rescue their missing father. Peli co-wrote the first draft with Paranormal Activity 2 scribe Michael Perry. “Heroes” veteran and “Kings” creator Michael Green then did a p.1 rewrite.
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TV: ‘House of Wax/Orphan’ Director Takes ‘Paranormal’ Trip Down ‘River’

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Posted by MrDisgusting on February 17, 2011 @ 1:07am
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The Paranormal Activity team are taking their talents to television and have entrusted House of Wax/Orphan director Jaume Collet-Serra to deliver the goods.

Collet-Serra, director of the upcoming thriller Unknown starring Liam Neeson, will make his TV directing debut with the ABC pilot “The River,” a horror drama from Paranormal Activity writer-director Oren Peli.

Described as being in the mold of Paranormal Activity, “The River” centers on a family who travels to the deep Amazon to locate and rescue their missing father. Peli co-wrote the first draft with Paranormal Activity 2 scribe Michael Perry. “Heroes” veteran and “Kings” creator Michael Green then did a p.1 rewrite, which was greenlighted to pilot.
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