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IT’S DARKER

Hold onto you riding crops, Shadies – Darker is here. Social media is in an absolute frenzy today over the commencement of Fifty Shades Darker filming. Paparazzi’s and fans alike have all gathered in downtown Vancouver, BC to catch a glimpse of the first day of filming. And for those of us who aren’t in Vancouver, the ride thus far has been just as chaotic. It’s hard to tell which way is up or down today with all the news, pictures, videos and sightings.

DAKOTA JOHNSON arrived in Vancouver early yesterday afternoon as she was slated to begin filming scenes today. Johnson had just left the BAFTAs over in London to make the lengthy nine-hour flight to Vancouver where photographers met her at the gate. For being so busy, Johnson looked incredible and ready to head into the Darker side of filming.

JAMIE DORNAN however, is scheduled to arrive in Vancouver in early March. With the pending birth of his and wife Amelia’s new baby, we’re sure Dornan wants to make sure that all is well before heading across the globe. We are working on establishing Dornan’s arrival date. 

Everyone from E L James (Author), James Foley (Director), Niall Leonard (Writer) to Dakota Johnson and Eric Johnson have been seen on set today. Remember, it’s only day one so there’s much more excitement to come!

Feel free to browse through all of today’s filming pictures in the gallery. We will add more as we receive them.

Big thanks to @KingsCourtAutographs for sharing such stunning pictures of the set with us!

MEET JACK HYDE

A long awaited character has finally been added to the Fifty Shades franchise. Eric Johnson, best known for his work in ‘The Knick’ has officially been cast as creepy, forthcoming and too-close-up-in-Ana’s-personal-space, Jack Hyde. 

Jack plays a key role in both Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed. As Ana’s new boss, Jack gets a little too close for comfort to Ana and this does not sit well with Christian. After coming on to Ana while alone with her in the office, Ana rightfully puts Jack in his place, after which Christian fires him, (since he’s recently acquired SIP, the publishing house Ana works for.) It’s this turn of events which prompts Jack to tamper with Christian’s helicopter and even kidnap his sister, Mia proving that both films will be full of action!

Eric was born in Edmonton, Alberta in 1979. Not only is he a well accomplished actor, he has quite a repertoire for directing. His directorial works include a slew of box office hits. His acting however, does gains him a little more notoriety. He’s been in epic television and movie roles from Orphan Black to Supernatural, to Ginger Snaps 2 and the Canadian high school sitcom, Student Bodies. 

Fifty Shades Darker and Freed filming is set to commence in just a few short days in Vancouver, BC and will last through mid July 2016. We have all the confidence in the world that Johnson will be able to pull off the super eerie, macabre and frightening Jack Hyde. Welcome to the #FiftyFamily, Eric. 

BUILDING CHRISTIAN AND ANA’S DREAM HOME

Arielle Kebbel is the newest addition to the Fifty Shades of Grey franchise, of which many new castings have been recently announced. Kebbel will play architect Gia Matteo, recommended by Elliot Grey, Christian’s brother, to help design Christian and Ana’s dream home in Fifty Shades Freed. 

Kebbel has quite a profound and eclectic acting portfolio and has done everything from Disney movies (Aquamarine) to Horror films (The Grudge 2.) She’s been in a slew of comedies including Be Cool, John Tucker Must Die, American Pie Presents: Band Camp and Vampires Suck, to name a few. She’s also well versed in Dramas including appearances on CSI, Entourage, Gilmore Girls and The Vampire Diaries.

With such an extensive acting background, we have no doubt that Kebbel will master the role of Gia, someone Ana isn’t too fond of but agrees that her architectural skills are impeccable. Welcome to the #FiftyFamily, Arielle.

WHAT DO YOU HAVE THAT I DON’T?

News came much to the surprise of the Fifty Shades of Grey fandom today that a crucial member of the trilogy’s cast had finally been added. Bella Heathcote will play the strange, mentally ill and elusive Leila Williams, Christian Grey’s ex-submissive in both Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed.

Leila is a crucial part to the series and plays a very cryptic role. After finding a picture of her ex-dom and his new girlfriend at Ana’s graduation, Leila goes on the hunt for Ana, seeking answers as to what makes Ana different from Leila, and all the rest (of Christian’s past submissives.) As Christian has never publicly had a girlfriend before, only submissives, Leila’s interests are piqued and she sets out on a quest to confront Ana and Christian – but it gets creepy along the way. She stalks Christian’s apartment, watches them sleep and even pulls a gun on Ana. It’s a crucial moment in the story that leads to Christian breaking down, allowing his walls to crumble and finally letting Ana in. Without Leila, Christian may have never been forced to face his demons.

Heathcote is a popular actress who hails from down unda, Australia. Her work includes Dark Shadows opposite Johnny Depp and In Time opposite Amanda Seyfried and Justin Timberlake. However, it was her work as Victoria Winters in Dark Shadows that proves she’s capable of taking on the challenging role of Williams. Her glassy blue eyes and pale, light skin are all attributes well associated with the delusional Leila. Fans have taken to the news extremely well, welcoming her into the #FiftyFamily and spreading nothing but positive feedback regarding the casting choice.

Fifty Shades Darker and Freed will film simultaneously in Vancouver, BC, Canada and for a few days in Paris, France beginning February 16th, 2016 through mid July 2016. Darker is slated to release on February 10th, 2017 while Freed will release just shy of a year later on February 9th, 2018.

FIFTY SHADES HITS PARIS

News regarding the filming of the Fifty Shades franchise was released via The Hollywood Reporter today claiming that the trilogy is headed to Paris. This doesn’t come as a surprise to Jamie, Dakota and Fifty fans alike. Enthusiasts of the trilogy we’re highly attuned to the possibility that filming in the country of love may happen as after Christian and Ana wed in Fifty Shades Freed, they honeymoon in Paris, among other European locations. Author E L James has always wanted the films’ reflection of the novels to be depicted with as much accuracy as possible which is why Paris comes as no surprise, but exciting nonetheless!

The Hollywood Reporter explained that ‘ “Darker, the next installment of the hit Fifty Shades trilogy, starring Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan, will shoot for several days in Paris “within the first six months” of this year, film officials said,’ however, we believe the filming taking place will be for Freed.

Darker and Freed are being filmed simultaneously during a six month period, slated to begin on February 16th, 2016 and end mid July 2016.