Daily Archives: October 9, 2011

Kenneth Branagh’s Belfast Homecoming.

Posted on October 9, 2011 by jlmicek

The Observer’s Elizabeth Day … … speaks with the director and filmmaker upon his return to his home turf in Northern Ireland. It’s a fascinating read about a very talented artist and actor. Here’s the nut graf: “Branagh’s return to … Continue reading →

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The Daily Dark Knight: Los Angeles Chase Scene.

Posted on October 9, 2011 by jlmicek

From the good folks at Batman-News: Here’s video of a chase scene from the film’s Los Angeles filming:

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The Raven: Official Trailer Released.

Posted on October 9, 2011 by jlmicek

Here’s the new trailer for the flick about of the late Edgar Allen Poe. John Cusack stars as the American author. John McTeague directs. The film finds Poe (Cusack) on the trail of a serial killer inspired by his work. … Continue reading →

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Is Clint Eastwood Intent On Outing J. Edgar Hoover?

Posted on October 9, 2011 by jlmicek

That’s the rather provocative question posed by The Independent of London today as it previews Eastwood’s upcoming biopic “J.Edgar” which stars Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role. The newspaper reports that the film has prompted unease in America’s top law … Continue reading →

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Rosamund Pike: Former Bond Girl Makes With The Funny.

Posted on October 9, 2011 by jlmicek

If American Audiences … … think about her at all, the chances are pretty good that they remember British actress Rosamund Pike from her turn as the comely fencer Miranda Frost in the 2002 James Bond vehicle “Die Another Day.” … Continue reading →

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