Category Archives: Film News

Who Will Win “Best Picture?”

Posted on February 26, 2012 by jlmicek

If you listen to L.A. Times film critic Kenneth Turan, it’s “The Artist,” hands down. Here’s his argument for the French-made, nearly silent celebration of Tinseltown’s first golden age: “There is, however, one quality that “The Artist” does lack. It’s … Continue reading →

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Hosting Your Own Oscars Party.

Posted on February 26, 2012 by jlmicek

As film buffs get ready for Hollywood’s Very Big Night, Hollywood wants to know how film buffs will be spending their very big night. The Guardian reports: This year, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and TV network ABC, … Continue reading →

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The 50 Greatest Comic Book Movie Moments.

Posted on February 25, 2012 by jlmicek

What is it about movie fans and our predilection for lists? I don’t know. But because I know you love it, via TotalFilm, here’s a countdown of The Top 50 Comic Book Movie Moments. And because I know it will … Continue reading →

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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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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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