— by JESSICA MORALES — So, I know what you’re thinking: “Another planet of the ape’s movie remake?” Is that really necessary? Charlton Heston has no equal; I mean, didn’t we already go through this with Mark Wahlberg’s version? But once you see the trailer below, [...]
Archive for April, 2011
Peter Jackson’s First Video Blog from ‘The Hobbit’ Set
— by SHERICE ANTOINETTE — Yesterday, Peter Jackson gleefully released a 10-minute behind-the-scenes video for “The Hobbit,” which began production a few weeks ago. For those not aware, it’s been a long time coming. Due to myriad issues, which consisted of an illness, financial trou[...]
‘Tron 3’ Details Revealed
— by LAUDELYS MIRANDA — “Tron: Legacy” was arguably the most anticipated film of 2010 at the time of its release in December. With a budget of $170 million, it went on to make a little over twice as much worldwide at the box office with totals reaching the $400 million. It ma[...]
A New Trailer and a Clip for ‘Daydream Nation’
— by ALLISON HIGGINBOTHAM — You have to wonder what the morbid reason for our society’s obsession with high school movies and television shows is. When asked, almost everybody says they would never want to relive their high school years. However, each year audiences voyeuristically[...]
Three New Images of Green Lantern
— by ADAM POYNTER — Amidst a flurry of comic-book inspired superhero films hitting theaters this summer, “Green Lantern” is the only DC Comics hero getting a big screen adaptation. Green Lantern has a few things going for it and No. 1 on the list is Ryan Reynolds in the lead role. Hi[...]
Win ‘William & Kate: The Royal Romance’ on DVD!
— by SEAN GERSKI — As Prince William and Kate Middleton prepare to walk down the aisle, three lucky readers have the opportunity to win a DVD that features a behind-the-scenes look at the courtship and lives of the couple. With thanks to our friends at Revolver Entertainment, we have[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Passion Play’
— by ADAM POYNTER — Starring Mickey Rourke, Megan Fox, Bill Murray, Kelly Lynch, Rhys Ifans and Jerry Sawyer, “Passion Play” premiered at the 2010 Toronto International film festival to very critical reviews. Written and directed by Mitch Glazer, “Passion Play” is[...]
Seven Clips from ‘The Conspirator’
— by LYNN TACKITT — Robert Redford’s new film, “The Conspirator,” is based on the occurrences that followed the assassination of President Lincoln at Ford’s Theatre. It mainly covers the trial of Mary Surratt. Mary is accused of harboring John Wilkes Booth and company at [...]
Under Review: ‘My Perestroika’
— by BEV QUESTAD — As the Iron Curtain disintegrates, adults who grew up as patriotic children in a communist façade become cynics, chagrined by the duping of themselves and a nation. Robin Hessman, an Academy award-winning filmmaker, interviews five adults who came of age during this m[...]
Michael Clarke Duncan in Negotiations to Voice Kilowog
— by ANDY BEHBAKHT — Green Lantern news just keeps coming as the premiere gets closer and closer — today, it’s about the Green Lantern Corps. The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that Michael Clarke Duncan is in negotiations for the voice of Kilowog, one of the most famous members[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Something Borrowed’
— by ALEXA MILAN — Girl falls for guy. Guy falls for girl’s best friend. Girl just sits on the sidelines and lets it all happen? Not so fast, at least not for the protagonist of “Something Borrowed.” Based on the novel by Emily Griffin, “Something Borrowed” [...]
New International ‘Green Lantern’ Poster
— by JESSICA MORALES — The poster below is one of the many posters being released for the upcoming “Green Lantern” movie. As a fan of the comics, I can’t help but be inspired by this one. I feel it is one of the best and should make fans of the comics go nuts and [&hell[...]
Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles to Present Short Film Program
Join HollywoodShorts.com for the first short film program of this year’s Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles at the Arclight. Once again, the Los Angeles filmmaking community and industry professionals are gathering to experience the expansive storytelling and cinematic perspectives of the[...]