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Article: “Contagion” writer tapped for “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” sequel
The devastating aftermath of last year’s “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” will get a story authored by someone well-versed in the world of apocalyptic scenarios. “Contagion” writer Scott Z. Burns has been chosen to script the sequel to the critical and commercial 2011 hit “Rise of the Planet of the Apes,” which served…
Article: Joss Whedon is uncertain about directing “The Avengers 2″
The movie likely won’t come out until around 2015.
Article: Kumail Nanjiani: From Portlandia to Bunk
Watch Kumail Nanjali in “Bunk,” which premieres on IFC on June 8th at 10:30 p.m. ET
Article: Aaron Sorkin to adapt Steve Jobs biography for big-screen biopic
The movie will be based on Walter Isaacson’s best-seller.
Article: “Anchorman: The Legend Continues” gets its first teaser poster
Pour some scotch and raise your glass, people. We have our first teaser for the “Anchorman” sequel. Now officially titled “Anchorman: The Legend Continues,” the sequel to 2004′s “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy” is not only happening, but the first promotional image for the film has arrived online, courtesy of The Lebanese Cinema Movie…
Article: Isabelle Fuhrman to star in “Suspiria” remake
Late last year, we spoke to “Pineapple Express” director David Gordon Green about his plans to make a new film based on Dario Argento’s 1977 horror classic “Suspiria.” At the time, he said the success of low-budget horrors like “Paranormal Activity” had made something like “Suspiria” a tough sell in Hollywood. Apparently, it wasn’t too…
Article: What to watch on IFC tonight: “Escape From LA”
Kurt Russell stars in “Escape from LA” as part of our week-long Movies That Go Bang! Bang! event
Article: New “Moonrise Kingdom” videos introduce Bill Murray, Bruce Willis, Edward Norton, and Wes Anderson
Wes Anderson’s upcoming movie “Moonrise Kingdom” looks to capture much of the trademark style and quirkiness that we’ve come to expect from the celebrated filmmaker, and with its Memorial Day Weekend premiere looming, it’s no surprise that we’re seeing some cool promotional elements pop up online. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Wes Anderson film…
Article: First poster for “Sin City: A Dame To Kill For” debuts with new “Machete Kills” teaser
Okay, so don’t get your hopes up too much, but this might actually happen, people. What appear to be new promotional posters for “Sin City: A Dame To Kill For” and “Machete Kills” have popped up online. And while neither poster offers much insight into the status of their respective films, the simple fact of…
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Article: Our ten favorite movies that go Bang! Bang! (with video)
Every day this week, IFC will be airing movies that go “bang” in celebration of our upcoming series, “Comedy Bang! Bang!”(premiering June 8). But those films (“Conan the Barbarian,” “U-571,” etc.) are hardly the only “bangiest” movies. Below, lock and load with these ten more films guaranteed to satisfy the cravings of even the most…
Article: Five things we’d like to see in Marvel movies after “The Avengers”
Now that “The Avengers” is a bona fide hit for Marvel Studios, the next question naturally becomes, “What’s next?” We already know that “Iron Man 3” will be the next installment of Marvel’s rapidly growing cinematic universe, but along with sequels for “Captain America” and “Thor,” there are a few more elements I’d like to…
Article: The 25 best animal attacks in movie history (with video)
Nature doesn’t always win, but it can sure put up a pretty good fight. Check out some of the best (or at least somewhat memorable) cinematic examples of beasts getting the better of man, from classic creature features like “Them!” to summer blockbusters like “Jaws” to uproarious B-movies like “Birdemic: Shock and Terror.” “Alligator” (1980)…
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Article: Exclusive premiere: CHAPPO “Hell No” [NSFW]
Watch a NSFW casting call featuring singing breasts and other curiosities.
Article: Call-In Commentary: Watch “The Samaritan” trailer with writer-director David Weaver
When recalling inspirations for his new action thriller “The Samaritan,” director David Weaver sites such classics as “The Crying Game” and “The Grifters.” The comparisons seem apt as Samuel L. Jackson plays an recent ex-con whose past begins to catch up with him while attempting to play the straight and narrow with a new-found love.…
Article: Exclusive premiere: Hilary Hahn & Hauschka “Bounce Bounce”
Float in an underwater wonderland of shells, doilies and paper mache set to a composition by Hilary Hahn & Hauschka.
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Article: Reggie Watts Makes Music with Jon Hamm
Comedy Bang! Bang! premieres on IFC on June 8th at 10 p.m. ET.
Article: The Best of Scott Aukerman’s Comedy Death Ray on IFC
Before there was Comedy Bang! Bang! there was Comedy Death Ray
Article: Watch Reggie Watts spend 7 Minutes in Heaven
Comedy Bang! Bang! premieres on IFC on Friday June 8th at 10 p.m. ET
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Article: Call-In Commentary: Watch “The Samaritan” trailer with writer-director David Weaver
When recalling inspirations for his new action thriller “The Samaritan,” director David Weaver sites such classics as “The Crying Game” and “The Grifters.” The comparisons seem apt as Samuel L. Jackson plays an recent ex-con whose past begins to catch up with him while attempting to play the straight and narrow with a new-found love.…
Article: Call-In Commentary: Watch the “Safe” trailer with writer-director Boaz Yakin
Bruce Willis aside, there probably isn’t another pure “action” star these days than Jason Statham. From “Crank” to “The Transporter” and a million films in-between, the actor has become a first-class pleasure to watch as he pummels his way through triads, the mafia, foreign armies and anything else you can think of. That’s precisely the…
Article: Call-In Commentary: Watch the “Bernie” trailer with writer-director Richard Linklater
Richard Linklater has gained a devoted following thanks to films like “Before Sunrise,” “Waking Life” and “A Scanner Darkly.” For his new project, “Bernie,” he reteams with his “School of Rock” star Jack Black for a dark comedy about a mortician who befriends a cranky, wealthy widow (Shirley MacLaine). When she dies (not considered a…