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Michael Shannon insists Superman “Man of Steel’s” Zod isn’t all evil - VIDEO (IrishCentral)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:29:38 PDT

By: MICHELLE K. SMITH

Michael Shannon plays super villain Zod in the upcoming “Man of Steel,” out this Friday, but he insists that his character is not evil and explains how director Zack Snyder helped him develop the character.

'Man of Steel’s' Michael Shannon reads the very mean sorority letter that went viral - VIDEO (IrishCentral)

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:33:31 PDT

Seriously intense Michael ShannonThe intense actor Michael Shannon, who’s brilliantly cast as General Zod in the upcoming Superman movie “Man of Steel” took on his most chilling role to date this week, the insane sorority girl at the University of MarylandThis letter has been sweeping the Internet due to its insanely potty mouthed rant lashing out at her sisters The “lady” hurls insults after insults at the girls but reading doesn’t quite do the intensity of this letter justiceThanks to FunnyorDie READ MORE

Michael Shannon the perfect Zod in new Superman, “Man of Steel” trailer - VIDEOS (IrishCentral)

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:14:17 PDT

By: MATT KEOUGH

Zack Snyder seems to have finally provided DC Comic fans everywhere with the Superman experience they’ve been waiting for as ‘Man of Steel’ trailers look more than promising.

Michael D. Higgins launches festival to mark 400th anniversary of Carrick on Shannon (IrishCentral)

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:01:41 PST

By: JANE WALSH

Carrick on Shannon in county Leitrim is preparing itself for a tourism boost of approximately €8m during 2013 as in excess of 26,000 additional visitors are expected to celebrate and take part in a major landmark in the town’s history, as 2013 marks the 400th anniversary since King James 1st granted the town charter.

"Batman’s" Tom Hardy and “Man of Steel’s” Michael Shannon to star in “The Long Red Road” (IrishCentral)

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 02:01:03 PDT

By: CATHY HAYES

Tom Hardy and Michael Shannon are set to star in “The Long Red Road," an adaptation of Brett C Leonard’s stage play.

Michael Shannon believes appearing in a forthcoming Superman movie proves he has "grown up" (IrishCentral)

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 06:30:37 PDT

Michael ShannonThe 37-year-old actor is playing the role of evil General Zod in 'Man of Steel' and he admits although he is nervous about taking on such a responsibility, he thinks it proves he can deal with the pressure and act like an adult about itHe said: "It's good to do something like this It's good to take on that kind of responsibility – be a grown up, be able to feel that pressure and be OK with it------------------Read more: Over 300 Irish a week moving to New York to find work says expert Ireland’s most unromantic men named and shamed------------------"And let's face it, it's not neuroscience!"Despite the importance of the part, 'Take Shelter' star Michael confesses he is not a fan of comic books – the medium by which Superman was originally portrayed READ MORE

Stern ‘Superman’ star Michael Shannon stars on MTV’s ‘Adorable Things’- VIDEO (IrishCentral)

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:40:17 PST

By: BUZZ BRADY

“I don’t like Golden Retrievers, I don’t get it,” says Michael Shannon whilst donning a bunny rabbit knitted hat. Shannon, the star of the recent film ‘Take Cover’ and HBO’s mega hit ‘Boardwalk Empire,’ recently made an appearance on MTV’s ‘Adorable Things.’

Michael Shannon was shocked when offered the role of General Zod in the new 'Superman' movie (IrishCentral)

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:08:46 PST

By: BUZZ BRADY

The Oscar-nominated actor, Michael Shannon, who plays General Zod in the upcoming comic book movie 'Man of Steel' - has revealed meeting with director Zack Snyder was one of the "most surreal" experiences of his life, as he couldn't understand how the role was just "plonked" in his lap.

Michael Shannon to play super villan in ‘Superman’ movie (IrishCentral)

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:25:18 PDT

By: DARA KELLY