Category Archives: action

Weirdest Movie Tie-in Ever? The Darth Vader Burger.

Posted on January 5, 2012 by jlmicek

And it’s even wearing black! According to Brit film site HeyUGuys, the fast-food delight dreamed up by French chain Quick is timed to coincide with the 3d rerelease of “Phantom Menace.” “This lovely image promoting the delightful treats tells us … Continue reading →

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“Star Trek” Sequel Gets A New Cast Member.

Posted on January 5, 2012 by jlmicek

The Wrap reports this morning that “War Horse” actor Benedict Cumberbatch has signed on to play a lead role in the continuing voyages of the starship Enterprise: “A spokesperson for Paramount would not confirm which role Cumberbatch will play. In … Continue reading →

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Sony Releases New “Amazing Spiderman” Stills.

Posted on January 4, 2012 by jlmicek

Here’s a little something to keep the fanboys (and girls) going. Sony has released new stills of stars Andrew Garfield (Peter Parker) and Emma Stone (Gwen Stacy). Here’s Garfield: And here’s Stone: (h/t ComicBookMovie)

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New “Avengers” Promo Art Released.

Posted on January 4, 2012 by jlmicek

From IO9, here’s some crazy new promo art from the Joss Whedon-directed superteam flick. It hits theaters in May.

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New “Hunger Games” Promo Stills Released.

Posted on January 4, 2012 by jlmicek

Courtesy of IO9, here’s a few more new promo shots from the upcoming “Hunger Games.” Jennifer Lawrence stars.

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Report: Bane’s Voice Improved For “The Dark Knight Rises.”

Posted on January 3, 2012 by jlmicek

Looks like “Dark Knight Rises” director Christopher Nolan is heeding the complaints of theatergoers who said the voice of villain Bane (who wears a full-face mask) was unintelligible during the teaser prologue shown before iMax screenings of the new “Mission … Continue reading →

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“Pirhana 3DD” Won’t Be Released On UK Screens.

Posted on January 3, 2012 by jlmicek

Via TotalFilm: “It seems that the film’s UK distributors, Entertainment Films, aren’t convinced by the merits of another 3D phallus popping out at British audiences, and have instead pencilled in a DVD release on 19 March 2012. To our minds, … Continue reading →

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“Star Wars” Swordmaster Bob Anderson Dies, Aged 89.

Posted on January 2, 2012 by jlmicek

So someone had to teach Mark Hamill, David Prowse and Sir Alec Guinness how to convincingly wield those light sabers. His name was Bob Anderson. And he’s died at age 89. Digital Spy UK has the story: “The fighting trainer … Continue reading →

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Does The Red Skull Return In “The Avengers”?

Posted on January 2, 2012 by jlmicek

Will a legendary supervillain make his return in Joss Whedon’s superteam flick? Movie critic Roger Moore raises that possibility: “Many a serviceable action piece has been derailed by cut-rated villainy in recent years — Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows … Continue reading →

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New “Bad Ass” Trailer Is Well … You Get The Idea.

Posted on December 31, 2011 by jlmicek

Courtesy of Brit film site HeyUGuys, here’s the first look at “Bad Ass” the new action flick starring veteran character actor and professional tough guy Danny Trejo. It’s summarized thus: “Decorated Vietnam hero Frank Vega returns home only to get … Continue reading →

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