August 27th, 2008
Steven Spielberg has lined up his next project, directing the first movie in the Tintin trilogy for DreamWorks. It will be his next project after directing directing Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, which grossed $780 million worldwide so far.
I must really be out of the loop, because I’ve never heard of this series. Written by Herge between 1942 and 1944, Tintin follows the adventures of popular Belgian comic-strip hero Tintin and his faithful dog Snowy. It’s going to take a while to get “Rin Tin Tin” out of my head when I hear the name.
The first movie will be based on two of the books, “The Secret of the Unicorn” and “Red Rackham’s Treasure.” Scripted by Doctor Who writer Stephen Moffat, it’ll be animated with motion-capture technology and star 18-year-old Thomas Sangster as Tintin and Andy Serkis as his friend Captain Haddock.
Hmmm…
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August 27th, 2008
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Tanna Frederick, an actress who grew up in Iowa and moved to Hollywood to pursue her dreams. She’s succeeding, too, but not without a lot of hard work and perseverance. We talked about film festivals, staying the course, and her collaboration with filmmaker Henry Jaglom. Read on for our conversation.
Jane: You starred in Hollywood Dreams, about a girl who moves from Iowa to Hollywood and pounds the pavement with the hopes of becoming a movie star. Is this your story?
Tanna: I do feel like it’s kind of a Cinderella story, but I don’t think people realize how much work it takes to establish yourself in a field. My friends in Iowa are just starting to open their own practices as lawyers and dentists or whatever, and it’s taken them a long time to establish themselves. It’s taken me a long time, too. I really had to pound the pavement, and I lived on Raman noodles for a solid five years.
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August 26th, 2008
Empire Online has the first behind-the-scenes look at Twilight, the vampire-themed story due in theaters Nov. 21, 2008.
The story, adapted from Stephenie Meyer’s bestselling novels, follows 17 year-old Bella (Kristen Stewart) as she moves to a new town and falls for a dark, mysterious type at her new school — Edward (Robert Pattinson), a vampire.
Check out Empire’s first look here. Edward looks moody, doesn’t he? I guess if you’re a vampire…
Image: Twilight, Summit Entertainment, 2008
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August 26th, 2008
THE DVD: “The Nightmare Before Christmas: 2-Disc Collector’s Edition” is the musical story of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town who decides to make the place more cheery by turning himself into Santa Claus. Things don’t go well, as you might imagine. Read my review and watch a video clip here. Beautifully remastered, with tons of bonus features. Rated PG for some scary images.
THE GIVEAWAY: I have THREE DVDs of “The Nightmare Before Christmas: 2-Disc Collector’s Edition” to give away. To enter the contest, simply leave a comment on this post by midnight on Saturday, August 30, 2008. Be sure to include a valid email address. Winners will be drawn randomly. I’ll email the winners for their snail-mail address after the contest ends. Good luck!
Image: The Nightmare Before Christmas, Buena Vista Home Video, 2008
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August 26th, 2008
The first photo for I Love You Phillip Morris (right) has been released. The movie tells the story of Steven Russell (Jim Carrey), a married conman who found himself in a Texan prison where he fell in love with Phillip Morris (Ewan McGregor).
Is it bad that I just keep thinking they’re both lucky to be kissing each other? Seriously, I’d take either one!
Russell tried to escape from prison four times, coming up with more and more elaborate plans, including once faking his own death. Morris was eventually released, but Russell landed over a hundred years behind bars because of his escape attempts.
Written by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa from a book by Houston Chronicle crime reporter Steve McVicker, the romantic dark comedy is expected to hit theaters in Spring 2009.
Image: I Love You Phillip Morris, Mad Chance Productions, 2009
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August 26th, 2008
Comic Book Movie is running a little blurb today that Warner Bros. was considering 62-year-old Cher for the role of Catwoman in Batman 3.
Hmmm… I just can’t see it. I love Cher and loved her in the film roles she’s had, including Silkwood, Mask, and Moonstruck.
And as much as I hate ageism in any form, I really think this role should go to a younger actress. But more power to her in her Vegas gig!
What do you think? Is Warner Bros. insane?
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August 26th, 2008
THE DVD: “The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning” is a prequel to the popular Mermaid story. We learn why King Triton banned music from the kingdom, and how Ariel brought it back again. Read my review and watch a video clip here. Tons of bonus features, too.
THE GIVEAWAY: I have THREE DVDs of “The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning” to give away. To enter the contest, simply leave a comment on this post by midnight on Saturday, August 30, 2008. Be sure to include a valid email address. Winners will be drawn randomly. I’ll email the winners for their snail-mail address after the contest ends. Good luck!
Image: The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning, Buena Vista Home Video, 2008
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August 26th, 2008
Dreamworks has just released a new TV spot for Eagle Eye, the action-thriller starring Shia LaBeouf and Michelle Monaghan as two strangers thrown together in a fight for their lives. I dunno… not seeing much different here the the trailer, though the movie looks pretty cool:
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August 26th, 2008
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker re-team for the ultimate chapter of the franchise built on speed.
Heading back to the streets where it all began, they rejoin Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster to blast muscle, tuner and exotic cars across Los Angeles and floor through the Mexican desert in the new high-octane action-thriller, scheduled for a June 5, 2009 release.
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August 26th, 2008
The Little Mermaid - Ariel’s Beginning. This prequel to The Little Mermaid, tells how King Triton (Jim Cummings) banned music in his kingdom, and how Ariel (Jodi Benson) brought it back. Gecko Review and Trailer
The Nightmare Before Christmas: 2-Disc Collector’s Edition. This digitally remastered version of the classic Tim Burton tale brings Jack Skellington to life like never before. Gecko Review and video clip.
What Happens in Vegas (Extended Jackpot Edition w/Digital Copy). Ashton Kutcher and Cameron Diaz are two strangers who meet and get married in Vegas. They want out, but judge Dennis Miller sentences them to six months of hard marriage. Gecko Review and Trailer
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