Box Office Breakdown: Record Showing for 007
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Disney, Fox Searchlight, MGM, Lionsgate, Paramount, Sony, Universal, Weinstein Company, Action, Adaptation, Animation, Drama, Family, Horror, Music, Musicals, Period, Romance, Sequels, Comedy, Box Office, Lists, New Releases,
In the battle of Bond vs. Bourne, Jason won out this time…though not by much.
Although it was initially believed Quantum of Solace would break the $70 million mark, the final numbers for the Sony/MGM film came up slightly short. The 22nd Bond installment hauled in $67.5 million this weekend, just under $2 million shy of the debut for The Bourne Ultimatum. (The 2007 premiered to $69.3 million.)
But don’t feeling sorry for Daniel Craig. The actor has helped to revitalize the franchise in a big way. Quantum officially just became the best opener of all the 007 films. (Die Another Day grossed $47.1 million back in 2002.) The movie is also on pace to to beat the theatrical run record set by Casino Royale. (The 2006 film eventually pocketed $167.4 million domestically.)
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Trailer #3 for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Warner Bros, Adaptation, Adventure, Drama, Sequels, Trailers, Upcoming Releases,
Despite the tone of the first two trailers, the 6th Harry Potter installment is really not as dark as it seems. At least, not entirely. This clip proves there are a few moments of levity to be found in the upcoming sequel. (It’s amazing what an “infatuation” potion can do to an hormonal teenager.)
Half-Blood Prince makes its way into theaters on July 17, 2009.
New Watchmen and Star Trek Trailers
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Paramount, Warner Bros, Action, Adaptation, Adventure, Drama, Science Fiction, Sequels, Trailers, Upcoming Releases,
Did Quantum of Solace‘s mixed reviews keep you from the theaters this weekend? If so, here are two trailers you might have missed.
First up, Watchmen. This clip for the Zack Snyder film gives us what the earlier teaser had been missing: a sampling of the characters’ voices. After watching the video, tell us what you think. Are the actors living up to your expectations? Or do you find the casting choices a bit disappointing?
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Michael Moore Shifts Focus to Economy
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Documentary, Political, Sequels, Upcoming Releases,
What a difference a few months make.
Not surprisingly, the state of the economy has many people changing their plans these days…and that includes filmmaker Michael Moore. Earlier this summer, Paramount Vantage said the director would be producing a follow-up to 2004’s Fahrenheit 9/11. The movie, which was to have picked up chronologically where the last documentary left off, was originally supposed to tackle “what’s going on in the world, and America’s place in it.” Now it appears the sequel may get a slight shift in tone.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Michael’s project may now move from foreign policy to the financial crisis at home and abroad. That’s a subject matter that could dramatically change for Americans by the time the film is actually released. (It’s projected to debut in the spring.) It’s also a topic that some fear may be too pessimistic during an era of change. (Isn’t life supposed to get better during Barack’s time in office?)
But what Moore ultimately does with his currently-untitled film is still really anyone’s guess. I suppose it will just all depend on how our country is faring in the next few months…
Read More | Hollywood Reporter
Ridley Scott to Direct Film Version of Monopoly
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Universal, Adaptation, Upcoming Releases,
If you’ve found yourself needing to enjoy Monopoly in one more possible form, you’re in luck. An adaptation of the classic game is now being prepared for the big screen, nearly 25 years after the same was done for Clue. (Yes, it was that long ago.)
And while some may choose to write this project off completely - I mean, the game only has like one character - there could be reason to take note. A few high-profile names have already been attached to the Hasbro-Universal collaboration. Ridley Scott, the same man behind Gladiator and American Gangster, will be co-producing and directing the film. (He reportedly would like to give the film a “futuristic sheen” like he did with 1982’s Blade Runner.) Meanwhile, Pamela Pettler, the woman who penned Corpse Bride and Monster House, is in charge of the script.
Other games that could eventually end up in theaters include Ouija Board and Battleship.
Read More | Hollywood Reporter
In Theaters this Weekend: November 14, 2008
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Columbia Pictures, Fox Searchlight, Sony, Action, Adaptation, Adventure, Documentary, Drama, Foreign, Music, Romance, Sequels, Comedy, Lists, New Releases,
Here are some possible suggestions for your upcoming weekend:
- Quantum of Solace (PG-13): starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Gemma Arterton (directed by Marc Forster)
- The Beautiful Truth* (NR): (directed by Steve Kroschel)
- Camille* (PG-13): starring Sienna Miller, James Franco, Scott Glenn (directed by Gregory MacKenzie)
- A Christmas Tale* (NR): starring Catherine Deneuve, Mathieu Amalric, Melvil Poupaud (directed by Arnaud Desplechin)
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The Case of Batman vs. Batman
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Warner Bros, Action, Adaptation, Adventure, Sequels,
Oh, the comedians are going to have a field day with this. In a just-strange-enough-to-work, headline-grabbing lawsuit, Batman will face off against the minds behind The Dark Knight. But will the case ever see the inside of a courtroom?
Batman isn’t just a comic book character who first appeared on the scene in 1939 (then called the Bat-man), it’s also an oil-producing town in Turkey. Batman has been refining the fuel since 1955 and boasts Turkey’s oldest refinery. But now, the issue of name infringement has been raised.
Huseyin Kalkan, mayor of Batman, has legally filed suit against Christopher Nolan (who directed The Dark Knight) and Warner Bros. in hopes of gaining a cut of royalties from the film (sure, aren’t there enough to go around?).
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Comedy Duos: Which Platonic Pair Has No Peer?
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Comedy, Casting,
Seth Rogen and James Franco made a huge splash with Pineapple Express, Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly are bona fide box office gold and now Sean William Scott and Paul Rudd are joining the fray with a comedy of their own. There’s something magical about a non-romantic funny duo…or at least, they can be money-making magic for the film studios. But out of all these pairs we’ve seen grace the screen, which twosome stands out most?
Which comedians make up the funniest on-screen comedy duo (last two decades only)?
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Nicole Kidman and Charlize Theron to Play Married Couple in The Danish Girl
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Adaptation, Independent, Period, Casting, Celeb News, Upcoming Releases,
Oscar-winning actresses Nicole Kidman and Charlize Theron will soon be giving the Academy a lot to talk about.
In The Danish Girl, the women will join forces to play a married couple from the 1920’s. Kidman, will take on the role of Einar Wegener, a Danish man who eventually became the world’s first post-op transsexual. Theron would star as Greta Wegener, Einar’s wife.
The screenplay, which was adapted David Ebershoff’s best-selling book, is based on the real-life story of two artists who fooled the public with their popular art. Although Greta typically painted females, Einar filled in for her one of her absent models one day. This event led to Einar’s later adoption of women’s clothing…and a woman’s body.
No release date has yet been announced for the indie film.
Read More | The Hollywood Reporter
Beyonce Knowles Sets Her Eyes on Wonder Woman
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Warner Bros, Adaptation, Adventure, Celeb News, Rumors,
She already calls herself Sasha Fierce...why not call her Wonder Woman as well?
In a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times, singer/dancer/actress Beyonce Knowles said it would be nice to see a few more people of color making some news these days. Even though she has two completed movies scheduled for release - and a third solo album due out Nov. 18 - the newlywed is already looking ahead. What would she like to see in her future? A form-fitting red, white and blue number.
“I want to do a superhero movie and what would be better than Wonder Woman? It would be great. And it would be a very bold choice. A black Wonder Woman would be a powerful thing. It’s time for that, right?”
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