Darren Aronofsky News Blog

DarrenAronofsky.Com!

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 17:04:04 -0500

In case you haven't heard, Darren Aronofsky now has his own official website up, consisting of some pretty cool stuff including a commentary track for The Fountain as well as his own blog (updated by the man himself). This pretty much means this blog is dead, although the remainder of this website is in a relatively precarious position. The site is not really needed, but we do have some interesting pages including our pretty extensive interviews section as well as the only place on the internet detailing Mr. Aronofsky's AFI student film, Protozoa, which I would be a bit reluctant to get rid of.

Thanks to all those who have contributed to the site, sent in leads or heads ups, and just emailed to say hello--your friendliness has been much appreciated! Now while the future of this site is being decided, stay up-to-date on upcoming Aronofsky films and click over to DarrenAronofsky.Com!

2007 Saturn Award Nominations

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 12:02:09 -0500

It may not be the Oscars, but The Fountain picked up three nominations from the Academy of Science Fiction Fantasy & Horror Films including Best Science Fiction Film. It also received nods in the categories of Best Actor and Best Special Effects. Check out the official site for the 32nd Saturn Awards for the complete list of nominations.

Aronofsky Answers

Fri, 2 Feb 2007 19:00:13 -0500

If you read Jeffrey's earlier post regarding Moviehole's 20 Questions with Darren Aronofsky, perhaps you submitted a question to Darren. Perhaps you were lucky enough to get it answered. Well, either way the answers are now up, so go check it out.

To summarize some of the highlights, Darren mentioned he would one day like to work with Russell Crowe, Black Flies and Lone Wolf and Cub are currently being written, he only intended to write (not direct) Batman: Year One, and there will be no commentary track on the DVD for The Fountain. But what am I telling you this for? Go read it for yourself!

Next!

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 21:28:51 -0500

Dark Horizons reports that Universal Studios look to be fast-tracking a project titled Black Swan, with Darren Aronofsky attached to direct. The psychological thriller focuses on a manipulative relationship between rival ballet dancers. The film will also be produced by Protozoa.

We'll keep you posted on developments as information becomes available.

Ask Darren

Mon, 8 Jan 2007 13:38:08 -0500

Are you interested in knowing more about the mind that created Pi, Requiem for a Dream and The Fountain? Do you wonder how he fills any spare time he may find? Do you wan to know what books he read to research his last film? You're in luck as Moviehole.net is hosting 20 questions with Darren Aronofsky. You can submit your question here on any topic that you would like Darren to discuss. They'll choose the best 20 so make it count.

It's About Time...

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 10:56:07 -0500

Clint Mansell is getting recognized for the powerful and moving soundtrack he composed for The Fountain. The Broadcast Film Critics Association nominated him for best composer, and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association nominated him for a Golden Globe in the category for Best Original Score.

Recognition for The Fountain

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 09:41:13 -0500

Despite the very divided critical reaction to the film, New York Film Critics OnlineAwards for 2006 have named The Fountain among the 10 best films of 2006.

One more day

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 14:19:09 -0500

Get the word out! The Fountain hits theaters in one more day and (perhaps appropriately) if you have been looking forward to this film as long as I have then today may seem like an eternity.

As you wait to quench your thirst on the waters of the Aronofsky film that has been so many years in the making, read this brief interview from news@nature.com with Darren Aronofsky & Ari Handel about science, spirituality and how they both relate to death.

Aronofsky talks about the critical reaction to the film, petri-dish special effects, and so much more at A.V. Club and if that's not enough there is an article at CNN.com about the film, its history and origins, and a few more words about The Fountain from the man himself.

Updated: Super-interviewer and site friend Daniel Robert Epstein lets us know that he has a new interview up with Aronofsky at Suicide Girls.

Two Days Left, Plus More Interviews (If You're Hungry, We Feed You)

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 04:39:25 -0500

As you all know, The Fountain will be released Wednesday. That's this Wednesday. For those keeping up with all the Aronofsky interivews, but just want more--well, here they are: Aronofsky has done an exclusive interview with ComingSoon. The Boston Globe also has their recent interview with Aronofsky up, although it appears you must be a subscriber to view it.

In related news, AskMen has Darren Aronofsky listed as their "Man of the Week", which includes a run-down of "why he's famous" and a look at his filmography.

And for those who want to try their luck and win a Fountain movie poster, don't forget about our little contest.

AICN Interview

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 12:51:42 -0500

On the precipice of its release, Darren Aronofsky speaks with AICN's Capone at length about The Fountain and more.