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Test Your Political Saavy -- Real Quote or Film Quote ?

Posted by Chief Justice Michael Stailey
February 9th, 2007 4:40PM
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In Man of the Year, Robin Williams plays presidential candidate Tom Dobbs, whose one-liner soundbites are worth their weight in political gold. Now, here's the test: Can you tell the difference between quotes by Mr. Dobbs and ones extolled by some of history's most notable policitians?

Test your politicial saavy

And don't forget to pick up a copy of Man of the Year on February 20 from Universal.

Disney and Pixar go to MARS with Zemekis

Posted by Chief Justice Michael Stailey
February 7th, 2007 11:31AM
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Director Robert Zemekis is returning to the House of Mouse for what could be the next big film franchise -- Edgar Rice Burroughs' John Carter of Mars. Piecing together several different reports, it appears that Zemekis is on the verge of taking motion-capture technology to the next level (something Disney itself has been doing with franchises like Pirates of the Caribbean) and Pixar may hold the key to making it happen.

Source: Brendon Connelly @ Film Ick, Variety

Indiana Jones returns... May 22, 2008

Posted by Chief Justice Michael Stailey
February 6th, 2007 12:07AM
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Paramount Pictures has set Thursday, May 22, 2008 for the release of the next Indiana Jones movie, which the studio is now officially referring to as the Fourth Installment of the Indiana Jones Adventures. The picture maintains the Memorial Day weekend release strategy of the last two Indiana Jones movies, and it mirrors the last two 'Star Wars' movies and 'The Matrix Reloaded' with its Thursday launch.

Also currently scheduled for Memorial Day weekend 2008 is Warner Bros.' Speed Racer. Two other event-style pictures have previously staked out May 2008 releases dates: Paramount's Iron Man (May 2) and Buena Vista's The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (May 16).

Source: Box Office Mojo

Exercise Your Vote for Horror!

Posted by Chief Justice Michael Stailey
February 4th, 2007 8:46PM
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Here's your chance to vote in the Fifth Annual Rondo Awards for Excellence in Horror.

Vote today!

The deadline is March 10, 2007.

Live Free or Die Hard (See the trailer)

Posted by Chief Justice Michael Stailey
January 27th, 2007 11:31AM
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John McClane (Bruce Willis) takes on an Internet-based terrorist organization who is systematically shutting down the United States. Directed by Underworld's Len Weisman.

View the trailer (Quicktime)

MTM at SAG

Posted by Judge Melissa Hansen
January 26th, 2007 12:42PM
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The cast of the landmark TV-newsroom comedy, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, including Mary Tyler Moore, Edward Asner, Georgia Engel, Valerie Harper, Cloris Leachman, Gavin MacLeod and Betty White, will reunite to present the Actor® for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series at the 13th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards®, executive producer Jeff Margolis announced.

TNT and TBS will simulcast the 13th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® live from the Los Angeles Shrine Exposition Center on Sunday, Jan. 28, at 8 p.m. ET/PT, 7 p.m. CT and 6 p.m. MT. The only industry honors voted on entirely by actors, the 13th Annual SAG Awards™ will recognize the outstanding performances of 2006 in five film and eight television categories.

The ground-breaking ensemble joins a growing roster of actors who will honor their colleagues at the Guild’s night to shine including Alec Baldwin, Annette Bening, Steve Carell, Patrick Dempsey, America Ferrera, Teri Hatcher, Anne Hathaway, Ashton Kutcher, Julia Louis Dreyfus, Kevin Nealon, Sandra Oh, Matthew Perry, SAG President Alan Rosenberg, Kyra Sedgwick, William Shatner, Kiefer Sutherland, Dick Van Dyke, Forest Whitaker and Reese Witherspoon.

Horror Fans Rejoice!

Posted by Judge Melissa Hansen
January 26th, 2007 12:34PM
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Anchor Bay Entertainment unveiled the Anchor Bay Collection, celebrating classic cult & horror films. The Anchor Bay Collection is a new line of special limited edition DVDs celebrating some of the most revered contemporary classic cult and horror films. Featuring completely restored picture and sound, boasting new audio mixes and transfers, as well a featuring all newly produced bonus materials, the Anchor Bay Collection gives the phrase “getting the Anchor Bay treatment” a whole new level of meaning in home entertainment quality! The first release under the new label will be Stuart Gordon’s classic 1985 horror film RE-ANIMATOR, available on March 20, 2007.

Anchor Bay Entertainment

Return to Brokeback Mountain

Posted by Chief Justice Michael Stailey
January 24th, 2007 12:39PM
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Winner of three Academy Awards, including Best Director, the movie that became a cultural phenomenon, Brokeback Mountain is now available in a remarkable 2-Disc Collector's Edition. Relive the sweeping epic that explores the lives of two young men (Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal), a ranch hand and a rodeo cowboy, who meet in the summer of 1963 and unexpectedly forge a lifelong connection. With all-new bonus features, never-before-seen footage and highly collectible postcards, this definitive set magnifies the emotion, drama and power of one of cinema's most groundbreaking films.

The Collector’s Edition offers exclusive bonus features, some available for the first time, that will heighten viewers’ understanding and enjoyment of this seminal film, including:

A Groundbreaking Success – In an original documentary, Brokeback Mountain’s producers and cast talk about bringing this unusual story to the screen on their terms. The film also examines the phenomenal attention garnered by the movie, including the numerous parodies that were inspired by its theme. View a clip (Quicktime)

Music From the Mountain – Composer Gustavo Santaolalla, who won an Oscar for Brokeback Mountain’s emotional soundtrack, anchors a breakdown of the movie’s unforgettable music. Includes interviews with each of the featured artists and a trip to the studio with the legendary Willie Nelson as he records his touching version of Bob Dylan’s He Was a Friend of Mine.

Impressions From the Film – The raw beauty and splendor of the American West are masterfully showcased in a photomontage of the film’s sweeping vistas. View a clip (Quicktime)

On Being A Cowboy – Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal discuss their preparations for the film, including rodeo and wrangling training. Exclusive on-set interviews with the film’s stunt coordinator are also featured.

Directing From The Heart: Ang Lee – Director Ang Lee is profiled in this intimate behind-the-scenes look at the creative force that brought the absorbing story of Brokeback Mountain to life.

From Script to Screen: Interviews with Larry McMurtry & Diana Ossana – The writers discuss bringing Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annie Proulx’s visionary short story to the screen.

Sharing the Story: The Making of Brokeback Mountain – This featurette follows the filmmaking process from start to finish and introduces the cast and crew who brought Brokeback Mountain to life through in-depth interviews, exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, and more.

Judge Brett Cullum's review of the Collector's Edition will be coming your way next week.

One of us... One of us... One of us...

Posted by Chief Justice Michael Stailey
January 24th, 2007 11:42AM
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The Corman Cult will be celebrating the career of Roger Corman – a true original and pioneer of independent filmmaking. Roger Corman was the driving force behind such classics as The Little Shop of Horrors, Death Race 2000, Caged Heat, and countless other B movie classics. Cult members will be kept up to date on the latest DVD releases of Roger Corman’s classic films, and even get to voice their opinion on future releases. Members will also be able to participate in team challenges to win lots of cool Roger Corman swag – autographed DVDs, t-shirts, posters, and lots of other great merchandise.

So, come on in and drink the Kool-Aid! You can entice your friends to do the same via this video clip based Roger Corman e-card.

Enjoy!

Who will get the little gold man?

Posted by Judge Melissa Hansen
January 23rd, 2007 12:47PM
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The Academy Award nominations have been revealed. Up for best picture are BABEL, THE DEPARTED, LETTERS FROM IWO JIMA, LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE, and THE QUEEN. The winners will be named on February 25th.

For the full story or list of nominees check out Variety.com.

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