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About jlmicek

I'm an award-winning journalist in Harrisburg, Pa. I also run and cook all the things.

First Set Photos From “Star Trek 2.”

Posted on February 25, 2012 by jlmicek

Once again, via HeyUGuys, here’s the first batch of set photos from director J.J. Abrams’ sequel to his reboot of the Star Trek franchise. The film reunites the original cast: Chris Pine (Kirk), Zachary Quinto (Spock), Zoe Saldana (Uhura), Simon … Continue reading →

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Four-Minute “John Carter” Sneak Peek Debuts.

Posted on February 25, 2012 by jlmicek

Here’s a four-minute-long sneak peek from Disney’s upcoming “John Carter” that shows the hero fighting white apes in an arena scene. Many thanks to HeyUGuys for hipping me to this. And a synopsis: From Academy Award(R)-winning filmmaker Andrew Stanton comes … Continue reading →

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New “21 Jump Street” Featurette Hits The Web.

Posted on February 24, 2012 by jlmicek

I understand someone must have been clamoring for this. I just don’t understand why. Nevertheless …

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Jenny Agutter Talks “Avengers”

Posted on February 24, 2012 by jlmicek

Here, the veteran English actress talks about her brief turn in Joss Whedon’s superteam flick. (h/t ComicBookMovie)

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Five Favorite Film Music Moments.

Posted on February 24, 2012 by jlmicek

Because it’s Friday, let’s shake things up a little bit. It’s reader participation time. Here’s my five favorite film music moments from more than 30 years of going to the movies. List your own in the comments and we’ll compare … Continue reading →

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New Images of Keira Knightley in “Anna Karenina”

Posted on February 24, 2012 by jlmicek

The comely British actress stars with Jude Law in director Joe Wright’s adaptation of Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy’s tome, the bane of comp.lit majors everywhere. I read this one as part of a Russian lit class during my freshman year … Continue reading →

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The Art of The Red Carpet Interview.

Posted on February 23, 2012 by jlmicek

With the Oscars almost upon us, The Guardian takes a look at the fine art of “The Red Carpet Interview.” These interviews always crack me up. They’re designed not to offend, include bland generalities about the honor of being nominated … Continue reading →

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New MiB 3 Still Released.

Posted on February 23, 2012 by jlmicek

Again, we know someone must be looking forward to this Will Smith-starring reboot of the sci-fi/comedy franchise about a top-secret government agency that deals with rogue aliens. It’s a shot of Smith and Josh Brolin, who stars as a younger … Continue reading →

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“American Reunion” Gets A New Trailer.

Posted on February 23, 2012 by jlmicek

Here’s the new trailer for “American Reunion,” the long-awaited sequel (by someone) that reunites the original cast of the 1999 raunch comedy that launched the careers of Jason Biggs and Tara Reid, as well as Alyson Hannigan, Mena Suvari, Seann … Continue reading →

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New “Battleship” Featurette Takes You Inside The Board Game Movie.

Posted on February 23, 2012 by jlmicek

Something, something, something, Aliens, something, Battleship and … also … Rihanna. Personally, I’m looking forward to the part where they explain how they worked in the little red and white pegs.

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