Category Archives: Summer Blockbusters

Olivia Wilde Wants More Sci-Fi Roles.

Posted on July 26, 2011 by jlmicek

So here’s some good news for the fanboys. “Tron” actress Olivia Wilde tells the Daily Star of the UK that she thinks Hollywood directors need to build more sci-fi franchises around strong, female stars: “I think there are some great … Continue reading →

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Captain America: The First Avenger (USA, 2011).

Posted on July 25, 2011 by jlmicek

Name: Captain America, The First Avenger Release Date: 2011 Writers: Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely (screenplay); Joe Simon and Jack Kirby (comic book). Director: Joe Johnston. Cast: Chris Evans: Captain America/Steve Rogers Hayley Atwell: Peggy Carter Sebastian Stan: James Buchanan … Continue reading →

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Marvel Releases Avengers Concept Art.

Posted on July 24, 2011 by jlmicek

So here’s a serious Moment of Geek for all you Avengers fans. The folks at Marvel have released concept art for three of the big players in next summer’s Avengers extravaganza: Scarlett Joahannson’s “Black Widow,” Jeremy Renner’s “Hawkeye” and Chris … Continue reading →

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“Captain America” Reviews Roll In.

Posted on July 22, 2011 by jlmicek

Looks like it’s going to be a good opening weekend for everyone’s favorite star-spangled superhero. Marvel’s film adaptation of “Captain America” is getting warm reviews as it opens in American theaters. Here’s a brief sampling of what they’re saying: Slate’s … Continue reading →

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Early Buzz For Captain America: “Weighty and Substantial.”

Posted on July 21, 2011 by jlmicek

The movie doesn’t open until tomorrow, but here’s an advance review from the Associated Press (via @WashPo): “Captain America: The First Avenger” — The last Marvel Comics setup for next summer’s all-star blockbuster “The Avengers” finds Chris Evans starring as … Continue reading →

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“Amazing Spiderman” Trailer Leaked, Quickly Removed.

Posted on July 20, 2011 by jlmicek

Hey True Believers. The trailer for the new “Amazing Spiderman” flick was briefly leaked today and then abruptly taken down. Apparently Sony doesn’t have much in the way of a sense of humor about these things. Here’s one taken with … Continue reading →

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Who Was That Masked Man (and his rapidly expanding supporting cast)?

Posted on July 20, 2011 by jlmicek

It’s getting mighty crowded in the desert. The Orlando Sentinel’s Roger Moore reports that director Gore Verbinski’s remake of “The Lone Ranger” (y’know, the one where Johnny Depp inexplicably plays Tonto) has added a ton of supporting cast. “There’s a … Continue reading →

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New “Avengers” footage leaks online.

Posted on July 19, 2011 by jlmicek

Here’s A Serious Geek Moment, Courtesy Of The Hollywood Reporter: “It’s not being called a trailer for The Avengers….but it certainly looks and feels like one. Bootlegged footage of next summer’s big Marvel tentpole began popping up online Monday. The … Continue reading →

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Weekend Box Office and Your Monday Must-Read.

Posted on July 18, 2011 by jlmicek

No Surprises Here. The final installment of the “Harry Potter” saga totally, totally ruled the weekend, taking in a jaw-dropping $168 million. Fans showed up in droves to learn the fate of the boy wizard and his friends, shattering all … Continue reading →

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Guardian Gives Four Stars To Final “Potter” Flick.

Posted on July 7, 2011 by jlmicek

Writing in The Guardian of London today, film critic Peter Bradshaw has nothing but kind words for the final installment of the “Harry Potter” saga. Here’s the germane part of the review: “The colossal achievement of this series really is … Continue reading →

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