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‘Hunger Games’ Star Josh Hutcherson Calls Director Gary Ross ‘My Guy’
by MTV Movies | April 11, 2012 at 2:08 pm

'I think he's a genius,' Hutcherson told MTV News hours before Ross departed franchise.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Kara WarnerJosh HutchersonPhoto: FilmMagicBefore it was confirmed that rumors were at a fever pitch, Hutcherson didn'...

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‘Avengers’ Exclusive Clip: Tony Stark Confronts Loki
by MTV Movies | April 11, 2012 at 12:58 pm

Robert Downey Jr.'s character warns the villain: 'You've managed to piss off every single one of us.'By Kevin P. Sullivan, with reporting by Josh HorowitzTom Hiddleston in "The Avengers"Photo: Marvel/DisneyFor a guy going up against Iron M...

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‘Cabin In The Woods’ Is A ‘Shiny Toy,’ Joss Whedon Says
by MTV Movies | April 11, 2012 at 11:04 am

Writer/producer tells MTV News the horror thriller has an ' absurd integrity that appeals to us.'By Kara WarnerKristen Connolly in "The Cabin in the Woods"Photo: LionsgateIf you haven't yet heard the buzz surrounding the upcoming horror th...

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‘Hunger Games’ Not First Franchise To Go Through Director Shakeup
by MTV Movies | April 11, 2012 at 8:34 am

'Twilight,' 'Spider-Man,' 'Iron Man' among other high-profile series that changed directors along the way.By Josh WiglerGary RossPhoto: WireImage"The Hunger Games" franchise, just like the fictional games themselves (minus all the death an...

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Miley Cyrus’ ‘LOL’ Trailer: 5 Key Scenes
by MTV Movies | April 11, 2012 at 7:14 am

Remake of 2008 French film finds Cyrus seeking revenge on a cheating ex-boyfriend.By Fallon PrinzivalliMiley Cyrus in "LOL"Photo: LionsgateIt's been a long time coming for Miley Cyrus' remake of the 2008 French film "LOL." Since the announ...

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With Gary Ross Out, Who Should Carry ‘Catching Fire’ Torch?
by MTV Movies | April 11, 2012 at 5:13 am

With 'Hunger Games' helmer Gary Ross leaving the franchise, MTV Movies staffers make their picks for his successor.By MTV Movies teamGary Ross on the set of "The Hunger Games"Photo: Murray Close"The Hunger Games" fandom was dealt a Cato-si...

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‘Dark Knight Rises’ Rated PG-13 For ‘Some Sensuality’
by MTV Movies | April 10, 2012 at 3:31 pm

MPAA's ratings explanation offers hints at Bruce Wayne's relationships with Selina Kyle and Talia al Ghul.By Kevin P. SullivanTom Hardy as Bane in "The Dark Knight Rises"Photo: Warner Bros. PicturesWith a little more than three months to g...

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‘Hunger Games’ Director Gary Ross Out For Sequel
by MTV Movies | April 10, 2012 at 3:10 pm

'After difficult but sincere consideration, I have decided not to direct 'Catching Fire,' ' Ross says in a statement.By Katie Byrne and Kara WarnerGary RossPhoto: Dimitrios Kambouris/ Getty ImagesA roller-coaster week for "The Hunger Games...

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Is Kristin Wiig Leaving SNL?
by MTV Movies | April 10, 2012 at 12:29 pm

'When I do leave, it will be the hardest thing,' Wiig tells Alec Baldwin of her eventual departure.By Gil KaufmanKristen Wiig on SNLPhoto: NBCNo more Target Lady. No more Gillie. No more boozy Kathie Lee Gifford. No more loopy Bjork. On Mo...

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Why ‘The Hunger Games’ Franchise Should Stick With Gary Ross
by MTV Movies | April 10, 2012 at 10:53 am

Plus, 'The Cabin in the Woods' is a must-see, and stop hating on 'Titanic.'By Josh HorowitzDirector Gary Ross on the set of "The Hunger Games"Photo: Murray CloseIt's been a hectic few weeks for "Hunger Games" fans, to say the least. After ...

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