The South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Conference and Festival has announced Austin-based filmmaker Robert Rodriguez and director Nimród Antal will present a “First Look” at their upcoming motion picture Predators, at SXSW on March 12, 2010. SXSW also announced the world premiere of Géla Babluani’s 13, the previously announced Super Secret TBA as part of the SX Fantastic midnight section. The 2010 event will take place March 12 – March 20, 2010.

The special presentation of Predators will take place at the Alamo Ritz Theater in downtown Austin, at 10:15pm. Doors open at 9:45pm, and the special event is only open to SXSW Badge-holders on a first-come, first-served basis. An audience Q&A follows the unveiling. SXSW Badges are still available for purchase at www.sxsw.com/attend.

A bold new chapter in the Predator universe, Predators was shot on location under Rodriguez’s creative auspices at the filmmaker’s Austin-based Troublemaker Studios, and is directed by Nimród Antal. The film stars Adrien Brody as Royce, a mercenary who reluctantly leads a group of elite warriors who come to realize they’ve been brought together on an alien planet… as prey. With the exception of a disgraced physician, they are all cold-blooded killers – mercenaries, Yakuza, convicts, death squad members – human “predators” that are now being systemically hunted and eliminated by a new breed of alien Predators. In addition to Adrien Brody, the film stars Topher Grace, Alice Braga, and Laurence Fishburne. Co-starring are Walton Goggins, Danny Trejo, Oleg Taktarov and Mahershalalhashbaz Ali.

Predators was written by Alex Litvak & Mike Finch based upon characters created by Jim Thomas & John Thomas. The producers are Robert Rodriguez and Elizabeth Avellàn. Twentieth Century Fox releases Predators in theaters everywhere July 9, 2010.

Commented Robert Rodriguez: “My director Nimród Antal and I are excited to bring this first look at Predators to Austin’s SXSW Film Festival, an event that’s become vital to the filmmaking scene. Austin is my home and I’m proud that Predators was conceived and filmed here.”

Said Film Conference & Festival Producer Janet Pierson: “Robert Rodriguez and Troublemaker Studios are a continued fountain of filmmaking creativity and innovation here in Austin, TX. We couldn’t be more proud to present the unveiling of Predators at our 2010 event.”

Additionally, SXSW has revealed the identity of the Super Secret TBA in its SX Fantastic section – the anticipated world premiere of Géla Babluani’s 13 will take place at Midnight on Saturday, March 13 at the Alamo South Lamar Theater.

13, a remake of the 2005 French film 13 Tzameti, also directed by Babluani, stars Jason Statham, Mickey Rourke, Ben Gazzara, and Alexander Skarsgard. The thriller follows the story of Vince, who unwittingly becomes involved in a degenerate, clandestine world of mental chaos behind closed doors.

2010 marks the second year of the SX Fantastic section, a series of mind-bending international midnight films at SXSW programmed by Tim League, founder of the Austin-based Fantastic Fest. This year features a diverse slate of five action, thriller, sci-fi and just plain fantastic films from all corners of the world. For more information on the SX Fantastic section, as well as the rest of the Festival program, visit www.sxsw.com/film.

Over the course of nine days, the 2010 Festival will host a total of 134 features, including 64 world premieres, and will open with the world premiere of Kick-Ass, directed by Matthew Vaughn and starring Aaron Johnson, Cholë Grace Moretz, Christopher Mintz-Plasse and Nicolas Cage. SXSW will also host more than 80 Film Conference panels, which will take place Friday, March 12 – Tuesday, March 16. For the complete program of films and panels, as well as schedule information, visit http://my.sxsw.com.

The good folks over at AVPGalaxy have debuted some exclusive behind-the-scenes photos from Nimrod Antal’s highly anticipated film ‘Predators’. Check out a few of the photos below and head over to the AVPGalaxy for look at the rest! [Potential Spoilers!]

The film is currently shooting in Austin, Texas and the impressive cast includes Topher Grace, Adrien Brody, Walton Goggins, Alice Braga, Danny Trejo, Walt Goggins, Oleg Taktarov, Mahershalalhashbaz Ali, Brian Steele, Louiz Ozawa and Derek Mears.

Produced by Robert Rodriguez, the new film is said to involve a very intense group of people stranded on a Predator planet discovering unspeakable horrors – that are not always from outside their group.

20th Century Fox is slated to release the sci-fi action-adventure, written by Alex Litvak and Michael Finch, on July 9, 2010.

Bloody Disgusting is reporting that legendary actor Laurence Fishburne (The Matrix, Event Horizon, Assault on Precinct 13) has joined the of Nimrod Antal’s ‘Predators’.

The film is currently shooting in Austin, Texas and the impressive cast includes Topher Grace, Adrien Brody, Walton Goggins, Alice Braga, Danny Trejo, Walt Goggins, Oleg Taktarov, Mahershalalhashbaz Ali, Louiz Ozawa and Derek Mears.

Produced by Robert Rodriguez, the new film is said to involve a very intense group of people stranded on a Predator planet discovering unspeakable horrors – that are not always from outside their group.

20th Century Fox is slated to release the sci-fi action-adventure, written by Alex Litvak and Michael Finch, on July 9, 2010.

Source: Bloody Disgusting

Steven Seagal is most well known for his highly successful action films and his expertise in the martial art of aikido. Seagal is also a director/producer, highly talented musician, staunch environmentalist, and noted philanthropist. While each one of those aspects of his life are amazing and deserving of the highest praise, Seagal has secretly carried out a higher calling that is much more noteworthy and dangerous than anything else he has done in his long career. For the past twenty years Seagal has worked under the radar as a deputy in the Sheriff’s Office of Jefferson County, Louisiana. You heard me right, he has regularly gone out to actively pursue criminals on the streets and A&E is about to put you in the passenger seat with him while on patrol.

Steven Seagal Lawman follows Seagal and his team of highly competent deputies as they patrol the streets and respond to crimes-in-progress. Seagal is often seen using his extensive background in martial arts to take down criminals and to spot suspicious behavior amongst people on the streets. He is quickly recognized by criminals and bystanders alike, of course there are differing reactions between the two parties. Bystanders often ask for autographs or to shake his hand, while most criminals become quickly compliant once they recognize the hulking action star. A&E is not reinventing the wheel when it comes to how the show is shot, but they do take it a step further than most police shows on television today. Along with the action on the street, we also get a look into the personal life of Seagal. While he is off duty, the cameras continue to follow Seagal as he teaches his fellow officers techniques for protecting themselves and we also get glimpses at his musical and philanthropic ventures. If you are expecting the over-the-top character he has played in most of his films, you are out of luck. Seagal proves to be an excellent police officer and comes off as an all around good person in the television series.

Whether you are a fan of Seagal’s or not, you have to admire his drive to make a difference on the streets of Louisiana. It takes a special person to perform the duties of a police officer and Seagal clearly has the goods to be one of the best. The show is highly recommended and is easily a five out of five. Steven Seagal Lawman premieres Wednesday, December 2nd at 10 Eastern on A&E.

RATING: 5/5

Steven Seagal Lawman is produced for A&E Network by ITV Studios (formerly Granada America) and Steamroller Productions. John X. Kim is the Executive Producer, Lucas Platt is the Co- Executive Producer, and Anna Geddes is the Series Producer for ITV Studios. Steven Seagal and Phillip B. Goldfine are Executive Producers for Steamroller Productions. Joe Halpin and Binh Dang are Producers for Steamroller Productions. Executive Producers for A&E are Robert Sharenow and Neil A. Cohen.

A&E Network will present a one-time only advance online screening of the premiere episode of Steven Seagal Lawman, the new Real-Life series that will chronicle martial arts expert and international film star Steven Seagal’s extraordinary life in law enforcement.

Streaming on Wednesday, November 18 at 8pm et, two weeks prior to its premiere on the linear network, the episode will be available at AETV.com alongside new digital extensions of the series including an online game, short-form videos and more.

The sneak peek will be viewable on AETV.com’s widescreen player on the Steven Seagal Lawman site located at  www.aetv.com/seagal. The episode will run twice in a row, so viewers tuning-in late will be able to catch the show in its entirety in the second airing. After the advance screening, viewers will not be able to watch the episode again until the program’s television premiere: Wednesday, December 2 on A&E.

The advance screening will also be available November 18 via participating cable affiliates’ broadband platforms, including Cox Communications, which will embed A&E’s video player on Cox.net. Additionally, the episode will be streamed via TV.com and Sony’s PlayStation® HOME.

In addition to the advance screening, the following digital features will be rolled out on the show site leading up to and immediately following the December 2 premiere:

• Steven Seagal Lawman Comic Creator – A&E has partnered with NYC creative firm Circ.us to develop this user-generated comic which, leveraging Oddcast technology, allows fans to portray themselves and their friends on a crime fighting adventure with Seagal, and then share the comic on Facebook.
• Steven Seagal Lawman Firearms Qualification Game, online-only short-form videos, a photo gallery, “Meet the Officers” feature and more.

Until now, Seagal has never sought attention for his work with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. However, over a span of almost two decades, he has regularly gone out on patrol and worked major cases. Each thirty-minute episode of Steven Seagal Lawman will allow fans to ride shotgun with Seagal as he and his hand-selected elite team of deputies respond to crimes-in-progress. Then, when Seagal goes off-duty, the cameras will continue following him as he pursues his many ventures – including musical performances and philanthropic efforts – in Jefferson Parish and New Orleans.

Steven Seagal Lawman is produced for A&E Network by ITV Studios (formerly Granada America) and Steamroller Productions. John X. Kim is the Executive Producer, Lucas Platt is the Co- Executive Producer, and Anna Geddes is the Series Producer for ITV Studios. Steven Seagal and Phillip B. Goldfine are Executive Producers for Steamroller Productions. Joe Halpin and Binh Dang are Producers for Steamroller Productions. Executive Producers for A&E are Robert Sharenow and Neil A. Cohen.

Be the first to see A&E’s newest Real Life series Steven Seagal Lawman! AETV.com is presenting a special, one-time-only, back-to-back online screening of the premiere episode of “Steven Seagal Lawman” on Wednesday, November 18 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. That is two-weeks before the broadcast premiere on Dec. 2nd!

To view the advance screening simply go to www.aetv.com/steven-seagal-lawman/advance-screening/ on Nov. 18th at 8pm EST/5pm PST.

About Steven Seagal Lawman:
“Steven Seagal Lawman,” is a new Real-Life series that will chronicle martial arts expert and international film star Steven Seagal’s extraordinary life in law enforcement on Wednesday, December 2nd at 10PM ET/PT on A&E with back-to-back episodes.

Seagal’s movies have grossed more than $2 billion worldwide. He is an expert martial artist with a 7th-degree black belt in aikido. But it turns out that Steven Seagal isn’t just an action hero in the movies. For almost 20 years, Seagal has been working as a fully-commissioned deputy with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office in Louisiana. In fact, in addition to going out on patrol, Seagal is an expert marksman who has worked with their SWAT team and has instructed Jefferson Parish officers in firearms and hand-to-hand combat.

In a brand new clip from one of this year’s most highly anticipated series, ‘Steven Seagal Lawman’, members of Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office discuss working alongside Steven Seagal. Check it out at this location >

The series is set to debut on Wednesday, December 2nd at 10PM ET/PT on A&E with back-to-back episodes.

About ‘Steven Seagal Lawman’
His movies have grossed more than $2 billion worldwide. He is an expert martial artist with a 7th-degree black belt in Aikido. He’s considered to be in the same class of action heroes as Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger. However, Steven Seagal isn’t just an action hero in the movies. For almost 20 years, Seagal has been working as a fully commissioned deputy with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office in Louisiana. In addition to going out on patrol, Seagal is an expert marksman who has worked with their SWAT team and has instructed Jefferson Parish officers in firearms and hand-to-hand combat. Steven Seagal Lawman will allow fans to ride shotgun with Seagal as he and his hand-selected elite team of deputies respond to crimes in progress. Then, when Seagal goes off duty, the cameras will continue following him as he pursues his many ventures, including musical performances and philanthropic efforts in Jefferson Parish and New Orleans.

Check out the official website for the series at www.aetv.com/steven-seagal-lawman!

A&E presents “Steven Seagal Lawman,” a new Real-Life series that will chronicle martial arts expert and international film star Steven Seagal’s extraordinary life in law enforcement on Wednesday, December 2nd at 10PM ET/PT on A&E with back-to-back episodes.

Seagal’s movies have grossed more than $2 billion worldwide. He is an expert martial artist with a 7th-degree black belt in aikido. Along with Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger, he is considered one of the film industry’s greatest action stars. But it turns out that Steven Seagal isn’t just an action hero in the movies. For almost 20 years, Seagal has been working as a fully-commissioned deputy with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office in Louisiana. In fact, in addition to going out on patrol, Seagal is an expert marksman who has worked with their SWAT team and has instructed Jefferson Parish officers in firearms and hand-to-hand combat.

“I’ve been working as an officer in Jefferson Parish for two decades under most people’s radar,” said Seagal, “I’ve decided to work with A&E on this series now because I believe it’s important to show the nation all the positive work being accomplished here in the New Orleans area – to see the passion, commitment and fine police work that comes from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office in this post-Katrina environment.”

Until now, Seagal has never sought attention for his work with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. However, over a span of almost two decades, he has regularly gone out on patrol and worked major cases. Each thirty-minute episode will allow fans to ride shotgun with Seagal as he and his hand-selected elite team of deputies respond to crimes-in-progress. Then, when Seagal goes off-duty, the cameras will continue following him as he pursues his many ventures – including musical performances and philanthropic efforts – in Jefferson Parish and New Orleans.

Steven Seagal is best known for playing the invincible action hero character that defined his career in such films as Above the Law, Hard to Kill, Under Siege (1 & 2) and blockbuster hit Exit Wounds. He just finished shooting the new Robert Rodriguez film “Machete” which will hit theatres in 2010. Steven co-stars with Robert DeNiro, Jessica Alba, Michelle Rodriguez and Danny Trejo. His familiarity with his signature roles stem from a long personal history with Eastern culture in both studying martial arts as well as practicing Buddhism. He is also a recording artist and guitarist, is founder of Steven Seagal Enterprises that markets his own all-natural energy drink “Steven Seagal’s Lightning Bolt” and is a dedicated philanthropist and activist for environmentalism and animal rights.

Steven Seagal Lawman is produced for A&E Network by ITV Studios (formerly Granada America) and Steamroller Productions. John X. Kim is the Executive Producer, Lucas Platt is the Co- Executive Producer, and Anna Geddes is the Series Producer for ITV Studios. Steven Seagal and Phillip B. Goldfine are Executive Producers for Steamroller Productions. Joe Halpin and Binh Dang are Producers for Steamroller Productions. Executive Producers for A&E are Robert Sharenow and Neil A. Cohen.

Adrien Brody, best known for his Oscar-winning turn in the Roman Polanski-directed “The Pianist,” has been cast in director Nimrod Antal’s upcoming sci-fi extravaganza, ‘Predators.’

Brody will star alongside the already cast Alice Braga, Danny Trejo, Walt Goggins, Oleg Taktarov, Mahershalalhashbaz Ali, and Louiz Ozawa. Predators is being directed by Nimrod Antal will begin shooting on location in Hawaii and at Rodriguez’s Troublemaker Studios in Austin, Texas.

Produced by Robert Rodriguez, the new film is said to involve a very intense group of people stranded on a Predator planet discovering unspeakable horrors – that are not always from outside their group.

20th Century Fox is slated to release the sci-fi action-adventure, written by Alex Litvak and Michael Finch, on July 9, 2010.

Source: Variety

Robert Rodriguez and Troublemaker Studios are very busy these days. Rodriguez is currently filming the Danny Trejo star-vehicle, ‘Machete’. Now comes word from Production Weekly that director Nimrod Antal is scheduled to begin filming Predators on September 28th for Troublemaker Studios in Austin, Texas.

Produced by Rodriguez, the new film is said to involve a very intense group of people stranded on a Predator planet discovering unspeakable horrors – that are not always from outside their group.

20th Century Fox is slated to release the sci-fi action-adventure, written by Alex Litvak and Michael Finch, on July 7, 2010.