Getting into Character: Matthew McConaughey in ‘The Dallas Buyers Club’
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Drama, Independent, Celeb News, Filmmaking, Upcoming Releases
Matthew McConaughey has officially joined the likes of Christian Bale and Matt Damon, having shed 30 pounds (from his already svelte frame) for his role as Ron Woodroof in the upcoming film The Dallas Buyers Club.
Recently spotted at LAX, the star's gaunt look frightened onlookers.
"For me, it's more of a mental thing than a physical thing. I'll get down to the weight I need to get to. I'm on the way, and it's what I need to do for the job... It's a bit of a spiritual cleanse, mental cleanse. [I'm] drinking a lot of tea," he told Larry King in a recent interview.
McConaughey's character in the film plays an AIDS-ridden patient who cures himself with alternative medications from Mexico. Based on a true story, The Dallas Buyers Club also stars Jennifer Garner, who plays his doctor, and Jared Leto, in his first film role in four years. Directed by Canadian filmmaker Jean-Marc Vallée, the film is expected to be shot in New Orleans.
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Olivia Wilde Idolized Jennifer Garner
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Weinstein Company, Political, Satire, Comedy, Celebrity Gossip, New Releases
Olivia Wilde idolized Jennifer Garner on the set of their new film Butter. The 28-year-old actress plays a stripper called Brooke in the satirical comedy movie alongside Jennifer - who portrays Laura Pickler, the ambitious wife of a skilled butter sculptor.
Olivia admits she was in awe of 40-year-old Jennifer because she managed to balance work with the responsibilities of looking after her three children - Violet, six, Seraphina, three, and six-month-old Samuel.
"I would stare at smart Jennifer, who has three children and shepherded this project, and I'd follow her around in her arms if she'd let me," Wilde said.
The Tron: Legacy star had wanted the get the film - a political satire of the 2008 Democratic Presidential primary contest in the US - made for years but it was only when Jennifer showed an interest that the film got off the ground.
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This Week on DVD and Blu-ray: May 18, 2010
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Lionsgate, New Line, Sony, Universal, Warner Bros, Action, Adventure, Biopics, Drama, Family, Foreign, Foreign Language, Horror, Romance, Science Fiction, Comedy, Home Entertainment, Lists, New Releases
Here are some of the DVD and Blu-ray options available this Tuesday:
- Apocalypse Now: Redux: DVD
- Carlito’s Way: Blu-ray
- Extraordinary Measures: DVD, Blu-ray
- The Girl on the Train: DVD
- Invictus: DVD, Blu-ray
- L.A. Story: DVD
- The Messenger: DVD, Blu-ray
- The New Daughter: DVD, Blu-ray
- Outlander: Blu-ray
- The Spy Next Door: DVD, Blu-ray
- Valentine’s Day: DVD, Blu-ray
- Walkabout: DVD, Blu-ray
Make sure to also check out the TV-on-DVD options for this week.
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Jamie Foxx Writing Laverne & Shirley Screenplay
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Remakes, Comedy, Casting, Scripts
The fate of the Laverne & Shirley movie is currently in Jamie Foxx’s hand.
Foxx, who recently starred in Garry Marshall’s latest film, is writing the movie based on Marshall’s classic television show.
Garry, who earlier revealed that a movie co-starring two of Jamie’s Valentine’s Day co-stars was in the works, told TV Guide Magazine that the Oscar-winning actor was crafting the comedy’s screenplay.
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Remake News: Laverne & Shirley, Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and More
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: 20th Century Fox, Paramount, Universal, Warner Bros, Action, Adaptation, Adventure, Music, Musicals, Remakes, Romance, Science Fiction, Comedy, Casting, Celeb News, Rumors, Scripts, Upcoming Releases, Videos
Laverne & Shirley: File this in the “Was He Kidding?” file. During a recent red carpet event for Valentine’s Day, director Garry Marshall said he may bring Laverne & Shirley to the big screen—with Jessica Biel and Jennifer Garner in the lead roles. “We’re gonna work on that,” the original show’s co-creator stated. “My sister Penny and Cindy are gonna have a guest cameo. They’re gonna walk “schlemiel, schlemazel”—or they’re gonna get tired in the middle and sit down.”
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Movie Review: Valentine’s Day
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Warner Bros, Romance, Comedy, Box Office, New Releases, Trailers, Videos
Predictably, Garry Marshall’s Valentine’s Day massacred its competition at the box office this weekend, grossing an estimated $52.4 million from Friday to Sunday. But does the all-star flick live up to its huge ensemble cast, banner director and shockingly high ticket sales? Let’s review.
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This Week on DVD and Blu-ray: January 19, 2010
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: 20th Century Fox, Lionsgate, New Line, Universal, Warner Bros, Action, Documentary, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Period, Romance, Science Fiction, Sequels, Comedy, Thrillers, Home Entertainment, Lists, New Releases
Here are some of the DVD and Blu-ray options available this Tuesday:
- According to Greta: DVD, Blu-ray
- Angus Thongs and Perfect Snogging: DVD
- Boogie Nights: Blu-ray
- Che: DVD, Blu-ray
- Gamer: DVD, Blu-ray
- The Invention of Lying: DVD, Blu-ray
- The Keeper: DVD
- Magnolia: Blu-ray
- No Greater Love: DVD
- No Impact Man: DVD
- Pandorum: DVD, Blu-ray
- Smokin’ Aces 2: Assassins’ Ball: DVD, Blu-ray
- Whiteout: DVD, Blu-ray
Make sure to also check out the TV-on-DVD options for this week.
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Blake Lively Competing for Green Lantern Role
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Warner Bros, Action, Adaptation, Thrillers, Casting, Celeb News, Celebrity Gossip, Upcoming Releases
Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively is hoping to star in the comic book adaptation of Green Lantern.
The 22-year-old is vying to play the love interest of character Hal Jordan (Ryan Reynolds). However, Blake reportedly faces stiff competition for the part as Jennifer Garner, Diane Kruger and Eva Green are also in the running.
“Blake would be amazing in this role. She has a busy 2010 promoting The Town, but she would love to play a part in a superhero film,” a source said.
Martin Campbell, who previously worked on Casino Royale, is to direct the movie, leading some to speculate that former Bond girl Green may be his choice for the role.
Green Lantern tells the story of an ordinary man chosen by an alien to receive an energy ring that can be used to protect the planet. Filming is due to begin in 2010, in time for a June 17, 2011 release date.
Box Office Breakdown: Audiences Escape to Couples Retreat
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Disney, Fox Searchlight, MGM, Paramount, Sony, Universal, Warner Bros, Action, Adaptation, Animation, Documentary, Family, Independent, Music, Political, Remakes, Romance, Science Fiction, Comedy, Sports, Box Office, Lists
Depending on how you look at the numbers, the winner this weekend was either Couples Retreat or Paranormal Activity.
In the comedy corner, we have a Peter Billingsley-directed film that earned $35.3 million and a first-place finish. The movie - which combined the efforts of Vince Vaughn, Jon Favreau and Jason Bateman - pulled in the best numbers for any Columbus Day weekend entry ever. It also gave Vaughn his 2nd best opening behind The Break-Up.
Meanwhile, on the horror front, Paranormal Activity made a huge splash despite being in limited release. The Blair Witch-esque movie scared up a shocking $49,000 per screen average. It also raked in nearly 500 times more than its budget. (It only cost less than $16,000 to produce.)
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Box Office Breakdown: No Sluggish Start for Zombieland
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Disney, Fox Searchlight, MGM, Sony, Universal, Warner Bros, Action, Adaptation, Animation, Documentary, Drama, Family, Horror, Independent, Music, Political, Romance, Sequels, Comedy, Box Office, Lists
Watch out, vampires…there’s still life in the other undead.
Although he was previously known as a director for Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ruben Fleischer now has a new title: box office champ. This past weekend, Ruben saw his first major feature, Zombieland, attack the competition with a $24.7 million debut. The movie - which only cost approximately $24 million to make - had the highest open for any zombie-themed flick since Dawn of the Dead in 2004.
Meanwhile, another director had an entirely different result with her debut feature. Whip It, a roller derby comedy helmed by Drew Barrymore, rolled into 6th place finish with only $4.7 million. (When your film’s been topped by Pixar entries from 10+ years ago, there might have a problem.) Hopefully in a few more weeks, the Ellen Page vehicle will at least cover its $15 million production tab.
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