John Cho cast as Sulu in new Star Trek prequel

"Harold and Kumar" star John Cho has a big spot in the eagerly-awaited Star Trek prequel due for release in May 2009.

In fact, Cho who plays the role of Sulu in the movie has lead credits in the new trailer that has been released with the Bond flick "Quantum of Solace."

Star Trek traces the early years of the original series characters who face a Romulan threat.

The Star Trek franchise has long been noted for its diverse casting and progressive portrayal of different races, women and "aliens" in the future. Although some stereotypes exist, particularly in the earlier series and movies, it was often ahead of the rest of the industry on this issue.


Crew member of the new Star Trek prequel including John Cho as Sulu (second from right). Chris Pine plays Capt. Kirk and Zoë Saldana is cast as Lt. Uhura.


The new bridge of the Enterprise. Zachary Quinto, of "Heroes" fame plays Spock.

J.J. Abrams, who recently directed "Cloverfield," was at the helm for the new Trek film.

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Japan Prime Minister attends Tokyo film fest

Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso appeared at the Tokyo International Film Festival on Saturday.

Fifteen films will screen in the competition section for the coveted Tokyo Sakura Grand Prix. A green carpet welcome highlighted an environmental theme for the festival this year.

Sat Oct 18, 11:42 AM ET. US actor Jon Voight, head of the board of judges, and other judges including Japanese actress Fumi Dan (L) attend the opening ceremony of the Tokyo International Film Festival. The nine-day festival opened with an environmental theme as filmmakers from around the world greeted Japanese movie fans on a ceremonial "green carpet. "(AFP/Toshifumi Kitamura)

Sat Oct 18, 7:35 AM ET
Chinese-born film director John Woo, center, speaks as Hong Kong actor Tony Leung , right, and Japanese-Taiwanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro listen during the opening event of the 21st Tokyo International Film Festival Saturday, Oct. 18. 2008 in Tokyo.

(AP Photo/Koji Sasahara)

The festival opened with "Red Cliff," a Chinese epic directed by John Woo and will close with Pixar's animated entry "Wall-E."


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Bollywood comes to Hollywood in "Kambakht Ishq"

Sajid Nadiadwala is filming the Bollywood film Kambakht Ishq on location at the beach in Venice, California.

The film has signed on Hollywood stars including Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone, Superman Returns star Brandon Routh, and Bond girl Denise Richards for appearances in the film.

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Indian actors Kareena Kapoor (C) and Akshay Kumar (white shirt) perform during the filming of the Bollywood production "Kambakht Ishq" in Venice October 10, 2008. Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone has been signed for the Hindi film, along with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Denise Richards. REUTERS/Manuel Silvestri (ITALY)

Actors perform during the filming of the Bollywood production "Kambakht Ishq" in Venice October 10, 2008. Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone has been signed for the Hindi film, along with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Denise Richards. REUTERS/Manuel Silvestri (ITALY)

Indian actors Kareena Kapoor (C) and Akshay Kumar (L) perform during the filming of the Bollywood production "Kambakht Ishq" in Venice October 10, 2008. Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone has been signed for the Hindi film, along with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Denise Richards. REUTERS/Manuel Silvestri (ITALY)

Indian actors Kareena Kapoor (2nd R) and Akshay Kumar (C) perform during the filming of the Bollywood production "Kambakht Ishq" in Venice October 10, 2008. Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone has been signed for the Hindi film, along with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Denise Richards. REUTERS/Manuel Silvestri (ITALY)

Indian actress Kareena Kapoor (L) performs during the filming of the Bollywood production "Kambakht Ishq" in Venice October 10, 2008. Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone has been signed for the Hindi film, along with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Denise Richards. REUTERS/Manuel Silvestri (ITALY)