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Rob Cohen continues making movies, signs on to direct revenge thriller Bullet Run

Posted 15 years ago

Director Rob Cohen’s output has been relatively minimal these past five years or so. After the cinematic abortions that were THE MUMMY: TOMB OF THE DRAGON EMPEROR and STEALTH, that’s probably been for the best. Today, Variety is reporting that...

Cool Videos: Lens Flare – The Movie

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There was once a time when lens flares were seen as the result of bad cinematography; an accident or mistake during the process of attempting to capture a “clean” image. Fortunately, that time has passed, as lens flares have a...

Warren Beatty’s new project will be about Howard Hughes, big names being eyed for the film’s roles

Posted 15 years ago

A couple of days ago, the news was that Warren Beatty cut a deal to star and direct in an “untitled comedy” for Paramount that he himself had written. Today, Deadline is reporting that Beatty’s project is in fact a...

UPDATE! Ian McShane cast as the lead dwarf in Snow White and the Huntsman

Posted 15 years ago

UPDATE 2: Bravo, Universal! Ray Winstone (HUGO CABRET) is said to have landed the role of ‘Trajan’, the seventh and final dwarf in SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN, according to THR. So, it’s going to be… Ian McShane as the...

Ron Howard continues to fill out his dance card, becomes attached to Spy vs. Spy

Posted 15 years ago

Though Deadline says that Ron Howard and producer Brian Grazer are determined to move forward with their extremely ambitious Stephen King adaptation THE DARK TOWER early next year – whether with Universal or another willing studio – the director continues...

Ron Howard in early talks to direct Formula 1 biopic Rush

Posted 15 years ago

Originally rumored as a potential gig for Paul Greengrass (before he shipped off to the Tom Hanks film A CAPTAIN’S DUTY), RUSH has now landed in the lap of director Ron Howard who’s said to be entering early talks to...

Spike Lee will direct a new HBO series based on Mike Tyson’s youth called Da Brick

Posted 15 years ago

If you’ve ever watched the documentary TYSON, then you’ll know that there’s certainly a compelling story to be told about the young life of the former heavy-weight boxing champion. Mike Tyson’s telling of his story is thoughtful and even endearing...

New Puss in Boots trailer makes with the funny feline swashbuckling

Posted 15 years ago

A new trailer for the spin-off feature PUSS IN BOOTS has made its way online, and it’s either going to affirm your disdain for the very idea of a SHREK spin-off, or it’s going to warm that part of you...

Warren Beatty returning to write, direct, and star in a untitled comedy for Paramount

Posted 15 years ago

Warren Beatty (BULWORTH, REDS), one of Hollywood’s great icons, has been looking to get back into the game of late, and it appears now he’s solidified a deal to do so. Deadline is reporting that Beatty has committed to direct...

Lost’s Evangeline Lilly joins Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit, Barry Humphries to play the Goblin King

Posted 15 years ago

Director Peter Jackson continues adding bodies to his HOBBIT films. Hot off the heels from last week’s casting of Smaug and Bard, the latest straight from the the Kiwi filmmaker himself is that “Lost” star Evangeline Lilly (REAL STEEL) and...

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Christopher Nolan Movies Ranked: Where Does The Odyssey Land?

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We rank all of Christopher Nolan's movies, up to and including his latest release, The Odyssey!

Ed Harris, star of James Cameron's The Abyss, has said that he wouldn't talk about the film, but now he has broken his silence

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“I’m Never Talking About It”: Ed Harris Finally Breaks Silence on The Abyss

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Ed Harris, star of James Cameron's The Abyss, has said that he wouldn't talk about the film, but now he has broken his silence

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Evil Dead Burn’s Mid-Credits and Post-Credits Scenes Explained (SPOILERS)

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Evil Dead Burn features two post-credits scenes that tease the franchise's future. We break down what it all could mean.

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How The Mask Went From a Violent Comic Book to a Jim Carrey Comedy Classic

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Discover how a hyper-violent indie comic book about a homicidal artifact was transformed into Jim Carrey’s iconic 1994 family-friendly comedy hit, The Mask.

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Polygon Punches: We take a look at the 2000’s era of Hong Kong action-based video games

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Join us as we take a look at the video games from the early 2000s, which centered around martial arts and gun-toting action stars.

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5 Underrated Sam Neill Movies Every Fan Should See

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While best known for the Jurassic Park movies, there was much more to Sam Neill than Dr. Alan Grant. Here are five killer performances you can't miss.

Rob Cohen continues making movies, signs on to direct revenge thriller Bullet Run

Cool Videos: Lens Flare – The Movie

Warren Beatty’s new project will be about Howard Hughes, big names being eyed for the film’s roles

UPDATE! Ian McShane cast as the lead dwarf in Snow White and the Huntsman

Ron Howard continues to fill out his dance card, becomes attached to Spy vs. Spy

Ron Howard in early talks to direct Formula 1 biopic Rush

Spike Lee will direct a new HBO series based on Mike Tyson’s youth called Da Brick

New Puss in Boots trailer makes with the funny feline swashbuckling

Warren Beatty returning to write, direct, and star in a untitled comedy for Paramount

Lost’s Evangeline Lilly joins Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit, Barry Humphries to play the Goblin King

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