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With the ‘Fast and the Furious‘ franchise stronger than ever, it seems like an obvious choice to bring in Jason Statham for the fun of ‘Fast 6 & Fast 7‘ which are also looking to shoot back to back.With the ‘Fast and the Furious‘ franchise stronger than ever, it seems... more
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Never Can Say Good-bye is a paranormal romance reminiscent of the Reincarnation of Peter Proud and Fatal Attraction. Elizabeth arrives in Coyote Springs to help a friend. Instead she learns that love and hate survive death.
To read an excerpt go to http://www.theresachaze.comNever Can Say Good-bye is a paranormal romance reminiscent of the Reincarnation of... more
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I'd try to put a better description up here, but I'm a bit baffled by this incredible fan letter that was sent to Latino Review. The subject? The Wolfman ripped off Twilight.
It's no dirty secret that Twilight fans are nuttier than peanut brittle, but they are people too. And people, when chock full of nuts, can be unintentionally hilarious when venting their opinions.
Curiously, this young--I'm assuming here--fan sent her gripe to Latino Review's El Guapo. Which, on the grand scale of sending angry letters about film franchises, is like sending me a complaint that Fireball didn't make sense because gas can only burn for so long.
Regardless of asking why, what's done is done. And here's why:
To whom this may concern: This movie was a complete waste and I feel that it offends ALL Twilight Fans around the world, that including myself. For one, it was a COMPLETE remaking of the Wolf Pack from the Twilight Saga: New Moon. It gives the werewolves a bad name and makes them look like some deformed mutation of a rabid dog. I actually started to like werewolves after seeing Jacob Black and all his awesomeness on the big screen at the movies. That was until I saw your crappy remake of what you call to be a "were wolf".
Oh it gets so much better.
I don't see how you live with yourself for making it the way you did. If I made this movie, I would be ashamed to even admit that I owned it. How can a werewolf be killed with a silver bullet? Better yet, have you saw the transformation of the man that is "supposed" to be the wolf? He sits in some chair and his entire body turns in to some mutated freak. If you would watch the transformation of Jacob Black, (Taylor Lautner) he doesn't come close to looking as fake, cheap and or mutated as the wolf man. You tell me, who looks to be the better werewolf.
I highly recommend you read the rest of the open letter, including a movie poster comparison that will sort this mess out once and for all.
I'd try to put a better description up here, but I'm a bit baffled by this... more
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The director of two films in the epic Bourne series, Paul Greengrass, has walked away from directing the fourth installment in the franchise and it's reported that it's due to his disatisfaction with another writer being brought in to "rewrite the original script".
Greengrass has issued a statement and it doesn't really give much away, other than things are apparently friendly with him and Universal Pictures still.
“You won’t find a more devoted supporter of the Bourne franchise than me. I will always be grateful to have been the caretaker to Jason Bourne over the course of The Bourne Supremacy and The Bourne Ultimatum. I’m very proud of those films and feel they express everything I most passionately believe about the possibility of making quality movies in the mainstream. My decision to not return a third time as director is simply about feeling the call for a different challenge. There’s been no disagreement with Universal Pictures. The opportunity to work with the Bourne family again is a difficult thing to pass up, but we have discussed this together and they have been incredibly understanding and supportive. I’ve been lucky enough to have made four films for Universal, and our relationship continues. Jason Bourne existed before me and will continue, and I hope to remain involved in some capacity as the series moves on.”
http://www.filmshaft.com/paul-greengrass-on-quitting-bourne-4/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+FilmShaftcom+%28FILMSHAFT.COM%29The director of two films in the epic Bourne series, Paul Greengrass, has walked away... more
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CLICK LINK FOR MORE INFO
http://getwititmagazine.com/2009/11/18/797/
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A pretty funny list of the toys and board games that should get some screen treatment. From the obscure and hardcore to the obvious ones, this short list entertains.A pretty funny list of the toys and board games that should get some screen treatment.... more
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In just several weeks time, Carla Laemmle, niece of Universal Pictures founder Carl Laemmle, will be celebrating her 100th birthday! The celebration will take place on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at The Egyptian Theater in Hollywood and Famous Monsters of Filmland is proud to be the official sponsor along with Universal Studios and American Cinematheque for this most historical event.
Growing up on her uncle’s studio lot, Carla is known for her elaborate costume birthday celebrations, however his year, in addition to family, friends, and gifts, the American actress will be receiving honorary Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Southern California Motion Picture Council and Country of Germany for her career in cinema through Hollywood’s Golden Age. To continue reading....www.famousmonsters.com.In just several weeks time, Carla Laemmle, niece of Universal Pictures founder Carl... more
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LOS ANGELES, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Universal Pictures on Monday ousted Chairmen Marc Shmuger and David Linde after recent box office flops, including big-budget comedy "Land of the Lost," replacing the pair with their marketing and production chiefs.
Universal's marketing head Adam Fogelson will now serve as chairman of the movie studio, and film production president Donna Langley will be co-chairman, reporting to Fogelson, Universal said in a statement.
"Adam is a natural leader with a unique ability to anticipate our audience, understand our business and collaborate with our filmmakers to give us a competitive advantage," said Ron Meyer, president and chief operating officer of Universal Studios, the immediate parent of Universal Pictures.
Fogelson has served as president of marketing and distribution at Universal since October 2007, and he has been with the company since 1998.
Langley has served as president of production at the company since 2005, and Universal said that during that time she has been responsible for 14 films that have each made more than $100 million in the United States and Canada.
Universal said that Rick Finkelstein, who is the vice chairman and chief operating officer of Universal Pictures, will work with Fogelson and Langley as a strategic adviser.
Universal Pictures in recent months has released box office disappointments "Funny People," "Love Happens" and "Land of the Lost," a big budget comedy that made only $62 million at worldwide box offices.
Universal Pictures is part of NBC Universal, which is now 80 percent owned by General Electric Co (GE.N) and 20 percent by Vivendi SA (VIV.PA). According to a source close to the negotiations, GE has been in talks to buy out Vivendi and sell a majority interest in NBC Universal to Comcast Corp (CMCSA.O).LOS ANGELES, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Universal Pictures on Monday ousted Chairmen Marc... more
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Jorge Carreon blogs for Examiner.com that audiences sated their appetite for zombielicious fun and a healthy portion of 3D delights in this edition of Personalities Match-Up. Sony Pictures managed to maintain its hold on the number one and two spots of the Weekend Final Five as “Zombieland” and "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" reign supreme. Meanwhile, the power of Pixar and Disney found its "Toy Story" franchise displaying plenty of box office muscle.Jorge Carreon blogs for Examiner.com that audiences sated their appetite for... more
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Activision and id Software have signed-on for the highly-anticipated Wolfenstein to be a title sponsor of The Weinstein Company and Universal Pictures International's upcoming feature film by Quentin Tarantino, "Inglourious Basterds."
As an official sponsor, Activision will conduct a contest for two lucky winners to attend the "Inglourious Basterds" Hollywood premier at the historic Grauman's Chinese Theater on August 10. The prize pack includes two roundtrip tickets for a four day - three night stay in Los Angeles, two tickets to the premier and two tickets to the star-studded after party at Mondrian in West Hollywood. Check http://www.GameSpot.com for contest details, which begins today.
http://www.totalgamingnetwork.com/main/showthread.php?t=200798Activision and id Software have signed-on for the highly-anticipated Wolfenstein to be... more
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In a seven-figure deal, Universal Pictures has acquired “The Adventurer’s Handbook,” a script for a comedy that will star Jonah Hill and Jason Schwartzman.In a seven-figure deal, Universal Pictures has acquired “The Adventurer’s... more
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A wonderful tool for reminding people to our basic Unity
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We are all one.
Let´s celebrate it. Share it. Spread it.
Love from germany
Wilfried Fink
CoCreator of the
Universal Peace Calendar
www.UniversalPeaceCalendar.comWe are all one.
Let´s celebrate it. Share it. Spread it.
Love from germany... more
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The New York Times is reporting that NBC Universal will NOT renew its contract with iTunes. This is SERIOUSLY sad news since NBC Universal not only supplies shows to iTunes from NBC but also Bravo, Oxygen, The Sci-Fi network, and films carried by Universal. The New York Times is reporting that NBC Universal will NOT renew its contract with... more
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"Universal Pictures has begun casting for Jurassic Park IV, which is set to start filming in Kauai, Hawaii later this year. Laura Dern confirmed she'll be returning as Dr. Ellie Sattler, though Sam Neill will not be returning. Curious why? Maybe it's because the plot of this one features the government training dinosaurs to carry weapons and use them for battle purposes. No, seriously.
This is what they came up with. It's like a practical joke that's gotten way out of hand. Like Universal Studios was having a pitch meeting and somebody jokingly said, "Let's give the dinosaurs guns." And somebody in charge took him seriously and approved it. Then it just kept going up the chain of command until BAM Jurassic Park IV was born. The only way the plot could get any more ridiculous is if the dinosaurs also talk and wear parachute pants.""Universal Pictures has begun casting for Jurassic Park IV, which is set to start... more
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