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An Open Letter to Film Regarding TV

An Open Letter to Film Regarding TV
Topics : Rants
Posted by : Nick Poyner on August 31, 2010

Dear Film, Hey, it’s me Nick. You remember? We’ve been friends for years, but this year I’ve been concerned. This year you have been different. I know you pretty well, and with a little help you’ll come out of this fine, but I’m getting anxious! The reason I’m writing you today is because your younger [...]

Check Out the Hilarious YOU AGAIN Cast Fight on Funny or Die!

Check Out the Hilarious YOU AGAIN Cast Fight on Funny or Die!
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on August 31, 2010

You Again is about a successful PR pro Marni (Kristen Bell) who heads home for her older brother’s (Jimmy Wolk) wedding and discovers that he’s marrying her high school arch nemesis (Odette Yustman), who’s conveniently forgotten their problematic past.  Then the bride’s jet-setting aunt (Sigourney Weaver) bursts in and Marni’s not-so-jet-setting mom (Jamie Lee Curtis) [...]

Exclusive clips from DVD release of Killers

Exclusive clips from DVD release of Killers
Topics : DVD Review
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on August 30, 2010

Led by Hollywood favorites Ashton Kutcher and Katherine Heigl and also starring Tom Selleck, Catherine O’Hara, and Rob Riggle (The Hangover, The Daily Show), this action-packed film can be yours on September 7th via DVD, Blu-ray Disc, Digital Download and On Demand!   Blu-Ray & DVD Special Features: “Killer Chemistry: Behind the Scenes with the Killers’ Cast” featurette Gag reel Deleted / Alternate / [...]

August 27th – 29th Weekend Box Office: Last Exorcism, Takers Cap Summer Off Nicely

August 27th – 29th Weekend Box Office: Last Exorcism, Takers Cap Summer Off Nicely
Topics : Box Office
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 29, 2010

Daniel Stamm’s “The Last Exorcism” cursed away “Takers” at the box office, but just barely.

Snap Review of The Last Exorcism

Snap Review of The Last Exorcism
Topics : Movie Reviews
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 28, 2010

Reviewed: “The Last Exorcism.”

First Clip: Sofia Coppola’s Somewhere

First Clip: Sofia Coppola’s Somewhere
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 27, 2010

First clip of Sofia Coppola’s “Somewhere.”

First Official Photo out of James Gunn’s Super

First Official Photo out of James Gunn’s Super
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 27, 2010

First image of Rainn Wilson and Ellen Page in James Gunn’s “Super.”

Snap Review of Takers

Snap Review of Takers
Topics : Movie Reviews
Posted by : Nick Poyner on August 27, 2010

Oh man, this is weird to write. Takers (yes, that Takers) is a pretty good movie. There are a few things that could trick me into this though. First and foremost, this summer, as you all know, has been appalling in terms of releases. However, this film wasn’t a third or fourth of a series; [...]

Bed Bugs – Uh Oh

Bed Bugs – Uh Oh
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on August 26, 2010

ALERT ALERT ALERT….. Just a few days after it was reported that the Empire State Building was infested with bed bugs, it has been reported that so are city movie theaters.  According to Perez Hilton, the AMC Esquire in Times Square and Harlem’s AMC have been infested with bed bugs.  From someone who has been [...]

Old School for the New School: Rear Window (1954)

Old School for the New School: Rear Window (1954)
Topics : Old School for the New School
Posted by : Craig Kessler on August 26, 2010

A film review by Kyle Patterson Rear Window (1954) Notable cast members:  Jimmy Stewart, Grace Kelly, Thelma Ritter Oscars:  Best Director – Alfred Hitchcock (nominated) Confined to his wheelchair in the middle of a hot New York summer, freelance photographer, L.B. “Jeff” Jeffries (Stewart), transforms his courtyard into an amusement park of sorts from his [...]

127 Hours trailer is Cool but Tacky…here’s why

127 Hours trailer is Cool but Tacky…here’s why
Topics : Movie Marketing, Rants, Trailers
Posted by : Nick Poyner on August 25, 2010

The preview for Danny Boyle’s 127 Hours is now available to view here. I want to see 127 Hours; I think it’s a great concept. James Franco plays the real life Aron Ralston who gets trapped under a boulder while mountain climbing. I believe the premise not only takes place within the mountain but also [...]

We Suck For Letting Scott Pilgrim Die

We Suck For Letting Scott Pilgrim Die
Topics : Rants
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on August 25, 2010

I am calling out all of you who did not see Scott Pilgrim. Yes, you, the reader of this post if you failed to hit theaters to see this incredible film. How could you let this happen? While if you are an avid banterer it is likely you are in the crop of people that [...]

Robert Rodriguez Spys Jessica Alba for Spy Kids Remake

Robert Rodriguez Spys Jessica Alba for Spy Kids Remake
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 24, 2010

Jessica Alba has been cast in a new remake of “Spy Kids.”

Exclusive Photos from the New Movie The Tempest

Exclusive Photos from the New Movie The Tempest
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on August 24, 2010

In her big-screen adaptation of Shakespeare’s mystical thriller “The Tempest,” Academy Award®–nominated Julie Taymor (“Across the Universe,” “Frida,” “Titus”) brings an original dynamic to the story by changing the gender of the sorcerer Prospero into the sorceress Prospera, portrayed by Oscar® winner Helen Mirren (“The Queen”). Prospera’s journey spirals through vengeance to forgiveness as she [...]

‘Harry Potter Deathly Hallows Part I’ Test Screening Secrets

‘Harry Potter Deathly Hallows Part I’ Test Screening Secrets
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 23, 2010

A test screening in Chicago for the next “Harry Potter” film reveals the movie’s dark secrets.

Greed is Good?

Greed is Good?
Topics : Movie Business, Rants
Posted by : Nick Poyner on August 23, 2010

Someone tell me why it is a good idea to re-release Avatar. ‘Cause I want to believe it’s not money. So people who didn’t see it in theaters can have the “thrill” and “experience” of beauty that is Pandora? Please. I don’t think anyone believes it is anything more than a ploy to squeeze out [...]

August 20th – 22nd Weekend Box Office: The Expendables Uses Sleeper on Top; Vampires Suck, Piranha 3D Left to Die

August 20th – 22nd Weekend Box Office: The Expendables Uses Sleeper on Top; Vampires Suck, Piranha 3D Left to Die
Topics : Box Office
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 22, 2010

“The Expendables” shares more love with crowds while shooing away distant competitors.

Snap Review of Piranha 3D

Snap Review of Piranha 3D
Topics : Movie Reviews
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 21, 2010

Reviewed: “Piranha 3D.”

Nice Guy Johnny gets distribution

Nice Guy Johnny gets distribution
Topics : Independent Movie, Movie Marketing, Tribeca Film Festival 2010
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on August 20, 2010

Edward Burns’ latest film ‘Nice Guy Johnny,’ which premiered at the 2010 Tribeca Film Festival, will be released on October 26 via cable VOD, DVD, and iTunes. The film is a rom com with a bit more com than rom, and is definitely enjoyable.  It’s a light movie about a mid 20′s guy who considers [...]

Set Pics: Martin Scorsese’s ‘Hugo Cabret’

Set Pics: Martin Scorsese’s ‘Hugo Cabret’
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 20, 2010

Set pics of Martin Scorsese’s “Hugo Cabret.”

Rights to ‘Googled’ Google Movie Purchased

Rights to ‘Googled’ Google Movie Purchased
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 20, 2010

Roots of Google to become movie.

Why the Let Me In Viral Marketing Campaign Fails

Why the Let Me In Viral Marketing Campaign Fails
Topics : Movie Marketing
Posted by : Craig Kessler on August 20, 2010

In 2008, this small Swedish vampire horror movie Let the Right One In came out of nowhere to break out and become an instant cult classic.  This movie got rave reviews and was known as the anti-Twilight, one of the reasons I loved it.  Of course as its popularity grew, Hollywood decided it wanted to [...]

Is He Really Still Here?

Is He Really Still Here?
Topics : Independent Movie, Rants
Posted by : Nick Poyner on August 19, 2010

So… is Joaquin Phoenix still an actor? Is he a hip-hop artist? Is he pulling an elaborate prank on all of us and wants more attention because he’s a celebrity and we all know that celebrities need the most attention of any other people ever? To some of you, this question may really matter; you [...]

Snap Review of Lottery Ticket

Snap Review of Lottery Ticket
Topics : Movie Reviews
Posted by : Matt Rosenberg on August 18, 2010

Lottery Ticket starring Bow Wow (no longer Lil Bow Wow) and Brandon Jackson (Alpa Chino from Tropic Thunder) tells the cliche story of a poor kid from the projects who lands the mega millions winning lottery ticket.  Well what do you know, all the joy you’d expect from brining you overnight wealth actually brings you [...]

Trailer: Wes Craven’s ‘My Soul to Take’

Trailer: Wes Craven’s ‘My Soul to Take’
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 17, 2010

First trailer for Wes Craven’s “My Soul to Take.”

Trailer: Darren Aronofsky’s ‘Black Swan’

Trailer: Darren Aronofsky’s ‘Black Swan’
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 17, 2010

Premiere trailer for Darren Aronofsky’s “Black Swan.”

Rooney Mara; Max von Sydow Confirmed in Fincher’s ‘Dragon Tattoo’

Rooney Mara; Max von Sydow Confirmed in Fincher’s ‘Dragon Tattoo’
Topics : Movie News
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 17, 2010

Rooney Mara and Max von Sydow have been confirmed as starring in David Fincher’s “Girl With the Dragon Tattoo.”

Do You Think Jennifer Aniston is a Destruction to our Society?

Do You Think Jennifer Aniston is a Destruction to our Society?
Topics : Movie Marketing, Movie News
Posted by : Craig Kessler on August 17, 2010

Jennifer Aniston is on of America’s sweethearts, earning praise from fans and critics alike, and warming the hearts of Americans throughout her career in both TV and in movies.  She is such a likeable woman (and incredibly hot to boot).  She is one of the few remaining female leads who can sell a ticket on [...]

August 13th – 15th Weekend Box Office: ‘80s Bonanza Crash Novel Hipsters

August 13th – 15th Weekend Box Office: ‘80s Bonanza Crash Novel Hipsters
Topics : Box Office
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 15, 2010

Sly Stallone’s “The Expendables” and Ryan Murphy’s “Eat Pray Love” win big while Edgar Wright’s “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World” finds little affection in this weekend’s box office.

Keep Bantering: ‘Scott Pilgrim vs. The World’

Keep Bantering: ‘Scott Pilgrim vs. The World’
Topics : Movie Reviews
Posted by : Nick Ondras on August 14, 2010

Reviewed: Edgar Wright’s “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World.”