Monthly Archives: December 2011

This Means War (International Trailer) Released.

Posted on December 7, 2011 by jlmicek

Here’s the new international trailer “For This Means War,” the McG-directed comedy starring Chris Pine and Tom Hardy as spies competing for the hand of the same girl (Reese Witherspoon). Hilariousness ensues. http://www.springboardplatform.com/mediaplayer/springboard/video/cs006/71/402653/ This Means War (International Trailer), posted with … Continue reading →

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“Darkest Hour” Official Trailer Released.

Posted on December 7, 2011 by jlmicek

Here’s the official trailer for “The Darkest Hour” a new horror film starring Emile Hirsch and Olivia Thirlby. In it, an alien races attacks the Earth via the planet’s power supply. It hits theaters at Christmas.

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Today Is Pearl Harbor Day in the U.S.

Posted on December 7, 2011 by jlmicek

Today marks the 70th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor Naval Station in Hawaii. It occurs to me that even the youngest sailors serving that day are now into their late 80s, which means the generation that lived … Continue reading →

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First Look: Gemma Arterton On The Set Of “Byzantium.”

Posted on December 7, 2011 by jlmicek

From The Aptly Named “Hey U Guys” site, here’s a shot of British actress Gemma Arterton on the set of the upcoming swords and sandals (and vampires) epic “Byzantium.”

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Wait? The Muppets Are Communist??

Posted on December 6, 2011 by jlmicek

Because nothing screams “Red Menace” like a multibillion film franchise put out by a corporate studio that stands to make even more money from toy, fast-food and other merchandise tie-ins. When will the madness ever end? From Slate this morning: … Continue reading →

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Star Trek Sequel Rumors: A Familiar Villain? Del Toro Out?

Posted on December 6, 2011 by jlmicek

From /Film, here’s some intriguing news about the second installment of J.J. Abrams’ reboot of the beloved sci-fi franchise: “Here’s the downside to trying to develop a highly-anticipated movie in secret, as practiced by J.J. Abrams: rumors will always poke … Continue reading →

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Empire’s “Scorcese, A-Z”

Posted on December 6, 2011 by jlmicek

With “Hugo” seemingly destined for Oscar gold next year, Brit film-mag Empire puts together a handy A-Z guide to the American director’s life and work. “A” starts with “The Aviator” and concludes with “Zelda” (a reference to his cameos you’ll … Continue reading →

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More James Bond “Skyfall” Set Photos.

Posted on December 6, 2011 by jlmicek

These Come From London’s Daily Mail newspaper and feature 007 Daniel Craig and co-star Naomie Harris. Sam Mendes directs.

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Man Of Steel’s Michael Shannon: “Unfortunately for Mr. Stamp, They Didn’t Have CGI Back Then”

Posted on December 5, 2011 by jlmicek

Actor Michael Shannon, who plays General Zod in Zack Snyder’s “Man of Steel” lets loose on what it’s like playing Superman’s ultimate baddie and the advantage of CGI over wirework when it comes to onscreen flight: “Man of Steel? It’s … Continue reading →

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New “Cabin in the Woods” Promo Poster Released.

Posted on December 5, 2011 by jlmicek

From SpoilerTV, here’s the run-down on the Chris Hemsworth-starring (Thor, Avengers) horror flick: “Well, the movie is co-written by Joss Whedon (The Avengers) and Drew Goddard (Cloverfield) with Goddard directing the film. The Cabin in the Woods stars Chris Hemsworth … Continue reading →

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