— by BEV QUESTAD — Since 1958, all the graduating seniors at Philomath High School who were going on to college were given college scholarships. Rex Clemens, a local timber baron, established this foundation to support the high school and its students. But then it became political[...]
Archive for June, 2011
Josh Duhamel Back on ‘All My Children’
— by JESSICA MORALES — The news of Josh Duhamel returning to “All My Children” has daytime fans in a tizzy — specifically those loyal Leo and Greenlee fans. Duhamel played the popular Leo du Pres from 1999 until 2002, when his character died after plunging into a raging[...]
John Dykstra to Direct Film Based on ‘Essex County’
— by H.G. WATSON — Sometimes, odd combinations can produce amazing results. For example Joe Wright, known for slower period pieces, put together “Hanna,” probably the most exciting action film this year. That’s why the news that John Dykstra, SFX wizard, has decided to take on an i[...]
A Clip from ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2’
— by SHERICE ANTOINETTE — During the MTV Movie Awards, the lovely Emma Watson introduced a new clip from “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.” It’s a chilling scene. One that Potter fans dreaded yet at the same time, are very anxious to see. In the clip, Voldermort casts [...]
‘George Lucas Strikes Back’
— by KYLA DREWETTE — It’s no secret, George Lucas has a bad wrap. Jar-Jar Binks, midi-chlorians and Greedo shooting first have all cost Lucas a lot of fanboy cred. But countless online videos have parodied Lucas’ many movie blunders, so what makes this recent installment in the Lucas[...]
Dwayne Johnson’s Next Project Is …
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — It seem Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is becoming the go-to guy for movie sequels. With the successful “Fast Five” in his rearview mirror now, Deadline is reporting the action star may be coming on board for the unavoidable sequel “G.I. Joe:[...]
Poetry in Film: Do Not Be Afraid
— by KEVIN SIMMONDS — Poetry scares a lot of people. Though it’s the most precise and pared down literary genre, imagine it as the centerpiece for a short film. According to a recent one-star rating of “The Angelic Conversation” by the experimental filmmaker Derek Jarman, w[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘The Vow’
— by ADAM POYNTER — When it comes to romantic dramas, fans of the genre are used to some of the same names and faces. That’s why it is no surprise the two of the most popular young actors — Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams — are teaming up with director Michael Suscy (who [...]
Angelina Jolie is Ready for More ‘Salt’
— by SHERICE ANTOINETTE — A “Salt” sequel is in the works and Kurt Wimmer (“Salt,” “Total Recall”) is writing the script. “Salt” — which grossed roughly $300 million worldwide — starred action heroine Angelina Jolie as a Russian spy named Evely[...]
MTV Movie Awards Premieres ‘Super 8’ Extended Trailer
— by ADAM POYNTER — “Super 8” has been highly secretive with its plot ever since a teaser trailer was released in May 2010. I remember where I was when I first saw it. I was in line to see “Iron Man 2” at its midnight opening in IMAX. I was excited then and have [[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Spy Kids: All the Time in the World’
— by LYNN TACKITT — Speaking as one who had stepmothers, I always wanted one that was cool and fun. I sure never got one as cool as Marissa Cortez Wilson (played by Jessica Alba). Everything looks good and normal for Marissa; she has a famous spy hunter husband, Wilbur (Joel McHale), and[...]
Three Featurettes from ‘Suicide Kids’
— by JESSIKA OWENS — A film with the name “Suicide Kids” almost sounds like a gritty drama that might spark some controversial discussions. I immediately became reminiscent of “The Virgin Suicides” upon first glance. This, however, is not that type of movie. It[...]
An Exclusive Interview with Actress Danielle Nicolet
— by SEAN GERSKI — Danielle Nicolet has had a diverse career that has included roles in both movies and TV shows, including work on “The Starter Wife,” “CSI,” “Brothers,” “Heartland,” “3rd Rock from the Sun” and “Stargate [...]
Three Character Posters from ‘Captain America: The First Avenger’
— by ADAM POYNTER — After “Thor” was released, all eyes turned to “X-Men: First Class,” which is receiving wildly positive reviews. Warner Bros has been hard at work promoting “Green Lantern,” with new posters, TV spots and trailers seeming to come out every few days. So what[...]