IGN's Autumn 2012 Movie Preview

Now that the summer is over (so long, superheroes!) we look ahead to what IGN-centric films are on the horizon for September through November. Zombies, demons, the return of 007, and the swan song of Teams Edward and Jacob are just some of what's in store for filmgoers. Here are all the movies you might want to catch this season!

The Cold Light of Day

Release Date: September 7 (US): April 6 (UK); May 21 (AU)

Studio: Summit

On the surface, there’s nothing too original about the Cold Light of Day plot, which has armed and distraught future Superman Henry Cavill discovering the secrets of his CIA agent father after his entire family is kidnapped. But when you throw into the mix the fact that said father is played by Bruce Willis, and his partner is Sigourney Weaver, then this action thriller - directed by JCVD helmer Mabrouk El Mechri - doesn’t look quite so bland.

REC3: Genesis

Release Date: September 7 (US): March 30 (UK); TBD (AU)

Studio: Magnet

The third instalment in the [REC] franchise has provoked a pretty mixed reaction. Pitched as a comedy-horror, critics and fans of the original have expressed disappointment at the fact that the film strays from the serious overtones of its predecessors. That doesn’t mean it’s not good fun, but maybe forewarn yourself with our review before buying a ticket.

The Sweeney

Release Date: TBD (US); September 12 (UK); January 24 (AU)

Studio: Vertigo Films

Creating a modern police movie by resurrecting an obscenely popular cult 1970’s British TV classic is a risky move, but The Sweeney looks like it could be a blast. Ray Winstone plays iconic copper Jack Regan, while rapper-turned actor Plan B is his hard-as-nails partner. And if you were wondering about the title, Sweeney Todd is cockney rhyming slang for the police force’s Flying Squad.

Finding Nemo 3D

Release Date: September 14; March 29, 2013 (UK);  August 30 (AU)

Studio: Disney-Pixar

The 3D conversions of beloved classics seem to polarize people, but converting one of Pixar’s most striking, original and successful animated fables seems like a no-brainer. After all, who wouldn’t want to dive back into the big blue with Marlin and Dory, and as the sequel fast approaches, the re-release will be a good refresher.

Resident Evil: Retribution 3D

Release Date: September 14 (US); September 28 (UK); September 20 (AU)

Studio: Screen Gems/Sony

You know the drill by now. Milla Jovovich returns once more as Alice in the fifth instalment of videogame spin-off helmed by Paul W. S. Anderson. The trailer promises action, and lots of it, and if it turns out to be the director and star’s franchise swansong, here’s hoping they go out with a bang.

Stolen

Release Date: September 14 (US); TBD (UK, AU)

Studio: Millennium Films

Think Taken with a taxi and Nicolas Cage. The Ghost Rider star plays Will Montgomery, a master thief who becomes suitably annoyed when – upon being released from prison – he discovers that his former partner-in-crime has kidnapped his daughter and is holding her hostage in a hijacked taxi. Typical.

The Master

Release Date: Sept. 14 (US, limited); Sept. 21 (US, wide);  Nov. 9 (UK); Nov. 8 (AU)

Studio: The Weinstein Co.

Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest feature is sure to be one to watch come awards season. Philip Seymour Hoffman plays Lancaster Dodd, a smart and charismatic guy who sets up a religious organisation – which may or may not be based on Scientology – following World War II. Sparks fly when he falls out with right-hand man Joaquin Phoenix, with both actors receiving early rave reviews for their work.

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Will Nuketown Be a Zombies Map in Black Ops 2?

It appears Nuketown is coming to Black Ops II's Zombies mode. Treyarch and Activision have been teasing Call of Duty: Black Ops II information for the past few days on Facebook, and fans are starting to see the payoff. A concept image of the "Welcome to Nuketown" sign features "ZOMBIES" painted in blood.

IGN recently spent some serious hands-on time with Black Ops II's impressive multiplayer, but details surrounding the Zombies mode have been scarce since its announcement.

Nuketown is currently only available a bonus for pre-purchasing Call of Duty: Black Ops II. We've reached out to Activision to clarify whether or not this is included in that bonus, or a separate map included in the box.

Black Ops II launches on November 13.

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Plants vs Zombies 2 announced, release window revealed

Plants vs Zombies was an unmitigated hit when it launched on the PC in 2009. It was a hit again when it launched on Xbox 360 and PSN. And again on the iPhone. PopCap has been raking in the cash from this new franchise for years so it was a foregone conclusion that they've been working on a sequel. 

Today, however, we finally got confirmation and a pretty good idea of when we'll be seeing the sequel launch. In a press release today, PopCap announced that the sequel to the original smash hit will be coming in late in the Spring of 2013, though they did not clarify beyond that.

PopCap and their owner EA also dropped the bombshell announcement that the upcoming sequel will feature "a bevy of new features, settings, and situations." With a new, more traditional PvZ game coming we're wondering if there's still a chance we'll see the bizarre PvZ first-person shooterthat was recently rumored.

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Plants VS. Zombies Sequel out Late Spring 2013

The sequel to the phenomenally successful Plants VS. Zombies is expected to launch by late spring 2013.

Details are scarce but the game is said to have "a bevy of new features, settings, and situations". So expect lots of new plant types and zombies.

“Spring is crullest curlie ungood time, and plantz grow dull roots,” said an unidentified spokesperson. “So, we are meating you for brainz at yore house. No worry to skedule schedlue plan… we're freee anytime. We'll find you.”

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