— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — When a movie starts with the words “Based on a True Story,” I have the unfortunate habit of trying to determine, or guess, what in the movie actually really happened, and what was simply made up for entertainment purposes. With the movie “Goon”[...]
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Rambo Not Retiring Just Yet
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — At a recent fundraiser for the Canadian Diabetes Association, Sylvester Stallone gave a really good interview where he shared details about his upcoming projects, his old feud with Schwarzenegger, his trials while filming “Rocky” and even an update on his “Ramb[...]
The Top 5 DCU Animated Movies
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — I have been really pleased by the DC Universe Animated Original Movies that have been rolling out since 2007. These films — mostly inspired by the comics books — have been a collaboration between Warner Premier, Warner Bros. Animation and DC Comics. They [...]
Review: Justice League: Doom
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — As I regroup and regain my composure from the excitement I just experienced watching DC Universe’s latest animated movie “Justice League: Doom,” I will attempt to put into words why I loved this movie. As a kid, I had many favorite animated TV shows[...]
Dwayne Johnson Wanted for Hercules
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — Here’s some interesting news that will probably get Dwayne Johnson fans excited. MGM wants The Rock for the upcoming “Hercules” movie project. The studio has already secured Brett Ratner (“Tower Heist” and the “Rush Hour” fil[...]
Trailer: Gemelle
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — After what seemed to be an endless wait, fans of Erica Durance can rejoice: we finally have a trailer for her long-time-coming movie project, “Gemelle,” which was filmed in Italy. I must admit, I didn’t know what to expect going in to watching the trailer, [...]
Short Film: Cost of Living
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — Going in, I was especially excited to watch “Cost of Living” because it starred Brandon Routh of “Superman Returns.” I am a fan of his work and will continue to follow his career wherever he goes. I’ve especially loved his recent guest spots on “Chuck,”[...]
Liam Hemsworth Joins ‘The Expendables 2’ Roster
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — The cast list for “The Expendables 2” continues to grow. This time around, the old gang will get some new blood. We are getting word from the good folks at Variety that Liam Hemsworth (of the upcoming movie “The Hunger Games”) is joining the a[...]
5 reasons I need Ben-Hur on Blu-ray
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — It’s a wonderful time in history to be a movie lover. With Blu-ray, we can now see movies as good or better than when we saw them in theaters. Classic movies are also getting the Blu-ray treatment. They are being cleaned, revamped and remastered[...]
‘Star Wars’ Blu-Rays Feature More Alterations
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — All six “Star Wars” movies are ready to hit the store shelves again on Sept. 16, this time as ultra-super-remastered Blu-rays, but you probably already knew that. That’s why this article isn’t about the Blu-ray release for the movies. Instead,[...]
An Update on Casting for ‘The Expendables 2’
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — Before 2011 fades away, production on the highly anticipated “The Expendables 2” will begin. So, with such a tight deadline to begin shooting — no pun intended — it is no surprise the rumor mill is going berserk throwing out possible names of [...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Machine Gun Preacher’
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — Here is a story worthy of a movie. It’s not fiction, since its mostly based on the inspiring true story of Sam Childers, the reformed drug dealer who becomes the savior of hundreds of kidnapped and orphaned children in East Africa. The movie is called “Ma[...]
The Rock Tweets First Image from ‘G.I. Joe 2’
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — With last year’s “Faster,” this year’s “Fast Five,” and next year’s “G.I. Joe 2: Retaliation,” Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is diving back into action movies head first, and his fans couldn’t be hap[...]
Possible Script Details Emerge for ‘Riddick’ Sequel
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — I don’t think “The Chronicles of Riddick” was as bad as some folks claim. But was it on par with “Pitch Black,” the one that introduced us to Riddick (played by Vin Diesel)? Not by a long shot. This is why I like what I’m hearing a[...]