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In Theaters This Weekend (5/16)

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: Disney, Miramax, Adaptation, Adventure, Drama, Family, Foreign, Independent, Sequels, Thrillers, Lists, New Releases

Here are some possible suggestions for your upcoming weekend:

• The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (PG): starring Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley (directed by Andrew Adamson)
• How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer* (R): starring American Ferrera, Elizabeth Peña, Lucy Gallardo (directed by Georgina Garcia Riedel)
• Reprise* (R): starring Espen Klouman-Hoiner, Anders Danielsen Lie, Odd Magnus Williamson (directed by Joachim Trier)
• Sangre de mi sangre* (NR): starring Paola Mendoza, Jorge Adrian Espindola, Armando Hernandez (directed by Christopher Zalla)

*limited and/or gradual release

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Fahrenheit 9/11 Sequel Planned

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: Documentary, Sequels, Upcoming Releases

Michael Moore - never one to shy away from controversy - is back at it again.  The writer/producer/director has chosen to follow up last year’s Sicko with a sequel to his 2004 hit, Fahrenheit 9/11.

While this movie will chronologically pick up where the original left off, it will not be about one specific event.  It will instead have a much broader focus.  According to the chief for Paramount Vantage (one of the two companies Moore is partnering with), the film “is going to tackle what’s going on in the world, and America’s place in it.”

Those already worried about the timing of Oliver Stone’s upcoming Bush project should feel at ease with this new documentary.  Moore is not planning to release the film until sometime next year - long after the presidential election is over.

Read More | Hollywood Reporter

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The G.I. Joe Cast Photos

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: Paramount, Action, Adventure, Casting, Upcoming Releases

Back in January, we found out which stars would be taking on the live-action version of G.I. Joe.  Now we’re getting our first glimpses of some those actors in character.

The Paramount film is scheduled to hit theaters on August 7, 2009.

Pictured above: Dennis Quaid (General Hawk), Ray Park (Snake Eyes), Sienna Miller (The Baroness)

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Read More | Just Jared

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Jessica Alba Not Aiming to Be Taken Seriously

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: Celeb News, Celebrity Gossip

In a recent interview with Allure magazine, Jessica Alba told us why we’ll never ever take her seriously.  The pregnant actress apparently doesn’t care whether we like her work; she’s just interested in our theater dollars.

When asked why she doesn’t delve much into smaller independent fare, the 27-year-old responded:  “To me, box office is the most important thing. If the movie makes money, then I’m fine.”

She then went on to explain her affinity for money.  “I grew up not having a lot. I’m really happy to be making money, not depending on a man, and not having to suffer to survive in this business. Struggling is not fun. Been there, done that.”

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Read More | E! Online

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Box Office Breakdown: Ashton Kutcher Drives Past Speed Racer

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: 20th Century Fox, Lionsgate, Paramount, Sony, Universal, Warner Bros, Action, Adaptation, Adventure, Family, Horror, Romance, Science Fiction, Sequels, Comedy, Thrillers, Books, Lists, New Releases

Despite arresting visuals and a $120 million budget, the Wachowski brothers were unable to bring Speed Racer to life.  The Warner Bros. movie - which many had already predicted would fall behind Iron Man - did even worse than originally thought.  At one point, it was believed the anime adaptation would debut in 2nd place.  Unfortunately, the final box office numbers placed the PG film in third.

Meanwhile, What Happens in Vegas became the second wedding-themed entry in the recent Top Ten.  The comedy, starring Cameron Diaz and Ashton Kutcher, replaced Made of Honor as the go to ‘chick flick’ of the week.  The movie grossed $20.1 million, a slim $1.6 million more than Speed.

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Read More | Variety

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Sex and the City Premieres in London

Posted by K.C. Morgan
Categories: Paramount, Romance, Comedy, Upcoming Releases

Cynthia Nixon, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis and Sarah Jessica Parker made their Sexy stroll down the red carpet for the first premiere of their Sex and the City movie in London. The movie will celebrate two more premieres before it comes to theaters May 30.

As thousands of moviegoers screamed “We want Sarah!”, the ladies made their entrance. One BBC reporter cried to American journalists that it was “the biggest turnout to a red carpet premiere anyone has ever seen!”

SJP wore a strapless green gown designed by Alexander McQueen, topped off with a floral motif cap designed by England’s Philip Treacy. Kim Cattrall, sporting an upswept ‘do, wore a red Vivienne Westwood dress, while Kristin Davis was highly formal in Guy Laroche. Cynthia Nixon was daring in a glittering black gown. 

As to the movie, that remains under wraps until the world premiere (still scheduled for May 30). 

Read More | LA Times

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Lindsay Lohan Loses Manson Project

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: Casting, Celeb News, Rumors

Last month, we told you Lindsay Lohan was scheduled to appear in Manson Girls, a movie about Charles Manson’s followers.  Now we’re learning Lohan has already been replaced in that film and another one as well.

The story behind Lindsay’s exit from Manson varies depending on the source.  One site claims a refill was necessary because the producers were unable to find actresses willing to star with her.  The star’s rep, though, blames ‘scheduling conflicts’ for the casting change.

Meanwhile, the reason for Lohan’s departure from another project is not quite clear.  She was at one point slated to appear with Jack Black in a romantic comedy.  Now the project is moving on with another actress.  According to someone connected to Ye Old Times, “We have just decided to go our separate ways. We currently have an offer out to another actor.”

Well, I guess Lindsay should be happy she has her work on Ugly Betty to fall back on…

Read More | E! Online

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X-Files Trailer #2

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: 20th Century Fox, Science Fiction, Sequels, Thrillers, Trailers, Upcoming Releases

Nearly 2 months after a shaky clips were leaked online, we now have an improved - and updated - trailer for The X-Files: I Want to Believe.

Although there are many similarities to the original version, there are some new scenes within this preview.

The mystery unfolds on July 25.

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Watch the First Seven Minutes of Speed Racer

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: Warner Bros, Action, Adaptation, Adventure, Science Fiction, New Releases, Trailers

If you’ve been wondering whether to spend your weekend watching Speed Racer (or Iron Man for the second time), here’s something that may help you decide.  You will know now whether the visual movie’s open is at least tolerable.

Given my unexpected reaction to Cloverfield, I don’t think I could sit through another movie that might cause motion sickness. 

At the very least, fans of Warren Beatty’s colorful Dick Tracy - or those simply with young boys in the home - might find something appealing about it.

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See Josh Brolin as George W. Bush

Posted by Veronica Santiago
Categories: Drama, Political, Casting, Upcoming Releases

As we have reported, director Oliver Stone is currently filming his third piece about a U.S. Commander-in-Chief.  This movie, though, will be his first about a living president, and his first about one still in office.

In this week’s edition of Entertainment Weekly, we get our first glimpses of W‘s George and Laura Bush: Josh Brolin (No Country for Old Men) and Elizabeth Banks (The 40-Year-Old Virgin).

Although Stone denies he is any way trying to influence the upcoming election, many believe the timing of the film’s release is quite suspect.  (It could be released sometime this fall.) You can read more of the magazine’s interview here and judge for yourself.

Read More | Entertainment Weekly

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