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Marvel’s team of superheroes continued to assert their box-office dominance this week, building on a weekend that saw it become one of the fastest films to reach $1 billion worldwide and adding yet another record to the film’s impressive list of accolades. As of today, “The Avengers” is now the most successful film released by…
By Jennifer Vineyard A small-town funeral director kills the wealthiest widow around, stuffs her body in a freezer, and pretends she’s still alive so he can keep spending her money. Not only is that the plot of Richard Linklater’s latest comedy “Bernie” starring Jack Black and Shirley MacLaine, but it’s also a true story: Bernie…
The movie hits theaters June 29.
Steve Wozniak will act as a “tutor” of sorts to the Oscar-winner.
By Jennifer Vineyard Bobcat Goldthwait is back behind the camera with his latest dark comedy, “God Bless America,” which is an indictment of stupidity, cruelty, and reality television, all of which inspire a killing spree when the lead character decides to shoot anyone and everyone he finds repellant. “Some people think this is an anti-gun…
Not only are plans moving forward for a sequel to the 1982 science-fiction classic “Blade Runner,” but the project could nab the original film’s screenwriter, Hampton Fancher. Warner Brothers Pictures announced today that Fancher is in talks to pen the screenplay for a follow-up to the film many consider one of the greatest sci-fi movies…
James Bond returns to the big screen November 9, and today brought the first poster for “Skyfall,” the 23rd film in the long-running franchise. As with the last two films, Daniel Craig will play the popular British secret agent with a license to kill, who was first introduced as the hero of Ian Fleming’s 1953…
It all hinges around Tony Stark declaring himself as Iron Man. Who knew?
The “Hangover”-style film is still looking for one more leading man.
Liam Neeson’s 2008 action film “Taken” was a surprise hit when it arrived in theaters and introduced audiences to former special-ops agent Bryan Mills, a man with a “particular set of skills” that allowed him to rescue his daughter after she was kidnapped while traveling overseas. The film earned more than $226 million worldwide, so…
With the June 8 premiere of “Prometheus” fast approaching, the marketing machine for Ridley Scott’s highly anticipated sci-fi film appears to be in overdrive, with new images and videos arriving online almost daily. One of the latest promotional videos to hit the ‘net is a clever little clip featuring Noomi Rapace as Dr. Elizabeth Shaw…
James Badge Dale has joined the cast of “Iron Man 3,” the next installment of Marvel Studios’ cinematic universe. “The Departed” and “Shame” actor will play a character named Eric Savin, and joins confirmed cast members Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Guy Pearce, Sir Ben Kingsley, and Don Cheadle. Originally reported by Variety, Dale’s casting…
With Hollywood turning more of its attention to the world of graphic novels for inspiration, I’ll cast the spotlight on a new comic book each week that has the potential to pack a theater or keep you glued to your television screens. At the end of some “Adapt This” columns, you’ll also find thoughts from…
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…
The movie likely won’t come out until around 2015.
The movie will be based on Walter Isaacson’s best-seller.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Edgar Wright says that’s the best case scenario.
Like Emmerich hasn’t already done enough terrible things to the White House.
Just yesterday, we directed you to a website that unlocks some new footage of Peter Parker’s nemesis in “The Amazing Spider-Man,” and now a four-minute preview of the film has hit the ‘net that offers up some additional, never-before-seen footage. The “super preview” of “The Amazing Spider-Man” aired during last night’s premiere of “America’s Got…
“Harry Potter” alum Alan Rickman will play the owner of legendary New York City rock club CBGB in an upcoming film that chronicles the famous venue’s role in the rise of the punk and new-wave music scene in America. Cameras are expected to begin rolling June 25 for “CBGB,” in which Rickman will take on…
Spider-Man swings back to the big screen in July, and two new videos from the film’s marketing campaign offer a bit more footage of the villain Peter Parker will be facing when “The Amazing Spider-Man” hits theaters. The first video to hit the ‘net this week features Rhys Ifans as Dr. Curt Connors, and introduces…
