Category Archives: Reboots

New “Three Stooges” Trailer Is Not Encouraging At All.

Posted on March 22, 2012 by jlmicek

Sometimes, you just ask why Hollywood does things. Like, who thought it would be a good idea to revive the classic “Three Stooges” when the originals were perfect to begin with? This trailer does not provide you with an answer, … Continue reading →

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New “Dark Shadows” Character Posters Debut.

Posted on March 21, 2012 by jlmicek

Here’s your first look at some of the nine character posters for Tim Burton’s reboot of the American horror-soap. Johnny Depp, Eva Green and Michelle Pfeiffer, among others, star.

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Eva Green Talks “Dark Shadows.”

Posted on March 18, 2012 by jlmicek

The French bombshell who first captivated audiences in Bernardo Bertolucci’s “The Dreamers,” talks to TotalFilm about her turn in director Tim Burton’s reboot of the American horror soap. Johnny Depp and Michelle Pfeiffer also star. Here’s the nut graf: On … Continue reading →

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New “Snake Eyes” Image From “GI Joe: Retaliation.”

Posted on March 15, 2012 by jlmicek

Ok, I’ll admit it, the silent and mysterious Snake Eyes character was my favorite from the old “GI Joe” cartoon show back in the 1980s. And here’s an exclusive look at the character (via TotalFilm) in the upcoming GI Joe … Continue reading →

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Does The World Need A “National Lampoon’s Vacation” Reboot?

Posted on February 28, 2012 by jlmicek

Well, whether you want one or not, it looks like you’re getting one. New Line Cinema has signed “Horrible Bosses” screenwriters John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldsmith to direct a resurrected version of the 1980s raunch comedies that provided Chevy … Continue reading →

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The Lone Ranger Starts Filming Next Month … No, Seriously.

Posted on January 17, 2012 by jlmicek

Here’s a press release touting the (re)start of filming on the new adventures of the famous masked lawman. Johnny Depp stars as Tonto. Armie Hammer is in the title role. “January 13, 2012 SANTA FE – Governor Susana Martinez and … Continue reading →

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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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Tron: Legacy (USA, 2010)

Posted on November 5, 2011 by jlmicek

Name: Tron: Legacy Writers: Edward Kitsis (screenplay) and Adam Horowitz (screenplay); Edward Kitsis (story) Adam Horowitz (story) and Brian Klugman (story) and Lee Sternthal (story); Steven Lisberger (characters) and Bonnie MacBird (characters). Director: Joseph Kosinski Cast: Jeff Bridges: Kevin Flynn/Clu … Continue reading →

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Weekend Box Office And Your Monday Must Read.

Posted on October 24, 2011 by jlmicek

With Halloween Upon Us … … movie lovers flocked to see “Paranormal Activity 3” over the weekend. The movie opened strong, helping to drive a more than 43 percent increase in box office receipts over last weekend. Via BoxOfficeMojo, here’s … Continue reading →

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HQ “Ghost Rider” Clip From This Week’s “Scream Awards.”

Posted on October 21, 2011 by jlmicek

You can ask yourself all you want whether the world needs another “Ghost Rider” movie. You’re getting one whether you want it or not. Here’s a clip of the Nicholas Cage-starrer that debuted at the Scream Awards on SpikeTV earlier … Continue reading →

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