I don’t know if you need any more reasons to see “The Men Who Stare At Goats,” but this new poster just may do it. Four top-notch actors and one top-notch goat should equate to comedy gold. Starring George Clooney, Ewan McGregor, Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges and directed by Grant [...]
Archive for September, 2009
Comedic Return For Edward Zwick
— by SEAN GERSKI — Writer-producer-director Edward Zwick has had a long, varied career, but he is most often remembered for his epic dramas (such as “Courage Under Fire,” “Legends of the Fall,” “The Last Samurai” and “Blood Diamond”). He do[...]
‘The A-Team’ Cast Is Just About Complete
Last week, we told you that Quinton “Rampage” Jackson had been cast as Sgt. Bosco “B.A.” Baracus. Now, it looks like the team has its “Howling Mad” Murdock. Several big name actors were rumored for the part, but, in the end, it looks like Sharlto Copley will walk away with the role.[...]
The ‘Jennifer’s Body’ Clip You Wanted
Honestly, I don’t think this clip needs a whole lot of buildup. “Jennifer’s Body” is hitting theaters on Sept. 18 and it has two things going for it: Megan Fox and Diablo Cody. Cody, who wrote “Juno,” did the screenplay and Fox, who starred in the[...]
Patrick Swayze Dead at Age 57
When I first heard the news, I was as shocked as anyone. I knew he’d been battling cancer for quite some time, but it never crossed my mind that he would actually pass away from it. Maybe I wasn’t being realistic. Maybe I just knew he’d live forever, no matter if he were on this […][...]
New ‘Superman/Batman’ Clip
— by KATHLEEN COLLINS — The more I see from “Superman/Batman Public Enemies,” the more I get excited about seeing it. Following, we have a minute and a half clip from the upcoming film. Here is your warning, though: There is a spoiler in the clip. Batman and Major Force are[...]
Marvel/DC: Disney Buys Marvel (Parody)
This “I’m a Marvel … and I’m a DC” video was created by ItsJustSomeRandomGuy. For more clips like this, go to[...]
Does Jeff Bridges Have ‘True Grit’?
Variety has reported that Jeff Bridges is in talks with Paramount to star in the Coen brothers’ remake of the 1969 classic John Wayne movie, “True Grit.” The announcement came at the Toronto International Film Festival, where Bridges was promoting his new film, “The Men Who Stare At[...]
Poster Peek: ‘Law Abiding Citizen’
Post “300,” Gerard Butler has been scooping up some roles that previously may have gone to Jason Statham. Not that long ago, I read an article where some casting agents were lamenting the limited number of “tough guy” leading men. One of the casting agents said that most[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Zombieland’
— by SEAN GERSKI — For a few years now, zombies have inexplicably been a pretty hot genre. As you can guess from the first paragraph, it’s not a subject that interests me much. However, I do have to say that the new trailer for “Zombieland” shows a lot of promise. The[...]
Nominate Films For the National Film Registry
The Librarian of Congress is seeking nominations for the National Film Registry. To be eligible for the registry, a film must be at least 10 years old and considered “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.” According to the registry, “The number of public votes[...]
A Superman/Batman: Public Enemies Clip
— by SEAN GERSKI — Warner Bros. animation’s next movie, “Superman/Batman: Public Enemies,” is slated for release on blu-ray and DVD on Sept. 29. The movie is based on a story arc of the comic book “Superman/Batman,” as written by Jeff Loeb and drawn by Ed Mc[...]
‘Cars 2: World Grand Prix’ Gearing Up
Walt Disney Picture’s digital 3-D animation movie “Cars 2: World Grand Prix” continues the story of racing star Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) and his best friend Mater (Larry the Cable Guy) in a new adventure. This time they are zooming into the international racing stage of the[...]