— by BEV QUESTAD — Why hasn’t “Barbie” been more of an awards winner? Nominations in abundance in many annual awards categories and victory at the box office hasn’t transferred to winning. The Oscars left out “Barbie” from Best Actress and Best Director. Why? I’[...]
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Films that merited Best Picture nominations
— by CRAIG SMITH — The following films have managed to receive not only critical praise but acclaim with audiences as well, and more than qualified for a nomination for Best Picture at this year’s Oscars. Blade Runner 2049 The original “Blade Runner,” made back in 1982, turned out [...]
Under Review: ‘Drive’
— by SHERICE ANTOINETTE — I might be the only woman on the planet who thought “The Notebook” was overrated. When I watched it the first time, I didn’t feel the emotion nor was I into heartthrob Ryan Gosling. To put it plainly, I wasn’t caught up in the hype. Years later, I was re[...]
‘The Gangster Squad’ Hits the Streets of Los Angeles
Principal photography has begun on Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Village Roadshow Pictures’ “The Gangster Squad,” starring Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and Sean Penn, under the direction of Ruben Fleischer (“Zombieland”). Los Angeles, 1949. Ruthless, Brookly[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Drive’
— by ADAM POYNTER — Another film to get some attention at this year’s Comic-Con in San Diego was Nicolas Winding Refn’s “Drive,” which stars Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan, Ron Perlman, Christina Hendricks, Bryan Cranston, Albert Brooks and more. “Drive” is the story of a Holly[...]
Under Review: ‘Crazy, Stupid, Love’
— by ADAM POYNTER — Most of the time, when I hear comedy, my mind automatically races to some of the biggest recent hits, which most of have been rated R. And when men hear the term “romantic comedy,” there is usually a groan while women are usually game for it, but recent ge[...]
Poster Peek: ‘Crazy, Stupid, Love.’
— by ADAM POYNTER — In the upcoming comedy “Crazy, Stupid, Love” — starring the infinitely funny Steve Carell, along with Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Kevin Bacon and Marisa Tomei — we will see a group of people put love, lust and friendship to the test when [...]
Armie Hammer is Leading Contender for ‘The Lone Ranger’
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — Walt Disney Pictures is working hard to find its leading man for the role of the “Lone Ranger.” Currently, Armie Hammer (who played the Winklevoss twins in “The Social Network”) is the top contender for the role. Although Tonto has been linked[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Crazy, Stupid, Love.’
— by ADAM POYNTER — When it comes to huge ensemble casts, movies tend to be hit or miss at the box office. Sometimes, so many stars can raise your expectations making it harder to please everybody. Well, Warner Bros. has a new dramatic comedy for you called “Crazy, Stupid, Love.” It [...]
A Music Video from ‘Blue Valentine’
— by KATHLEEN COLLINS — “Blue Valentine” — starring Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams — will arrive on blu-ray and DVD May 10 (read our review HERE). In the meantime, check out the official music video for “You and Me” by Penny and The Quarters. The s[...]
Under Review: ‘Blue Valentine’
— by SHERICE ANTOINETTE — When you’re young and completely besotted, you think love is all you need to sustain a marriage. But more often than not, the strain of real life takes its toll and one realizes love does not conquer all. With disconcerting realism, Derek Cianfrance tells the [...]
‘Crazy, Stupid, Love’ Moving to Summer Date
Responding to “overwhelmingly positive” test screening results, Warner Bros. Pictures is moving the release date of “Crazy, Stupid, Love.” — starring Steve Carell — to July 29, 2011. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, president of domestic[...]
Six Clips from ‘All Good Things’
— by ALEXA MILAN — After brilliant performances in “Half Nelson” and “Lars and the Real Girl,” Ryan Gosling is quickly becoming one of the most under-appreciated young actors around. Too bad one of his most recent movies has flown largely under the radar. In ̶[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Blue Valentine’
— by AMANDA KOEHLER — Already getting accolades at the Sundance and Toronto Film Festivals and starring two of the most talented young actors working today, “Blue Valentine” tells the story of a couple, Cindy (Michelle Williams) and Dean (Ryan Gosling), who are trying to save[...]