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Remember those iconic scenes from Rocky as he punches the sweat and saliva out of his opponents' faces?
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So what are you waiting for? Get punchin', y'all!
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So, there was a test screening of The Expendables in Chatsworth, California yesterday. This is rather unremarkable news because, let's face it, a film that is test-screening is a film that is still being made. This point is obvious to everything from a potted plant to a monkey riding a tricycle around a deserted island.
Unfortunately, Sylvester Stallone is neither of those things.
Since the release of the last Rambo film, Stallone has turned a new corner in his career, in which he has developed a symbiosis with the "online internet film crowd," i.e. Ain't It Cool News-esque sites. Even when it comes to behind-the-scenes stuff on Expendables.
Now back to the point: a test screening inevitably means AICN will run reviews. Today, Stallone responded to those reviews by calling Harry, who in turn related everything in a bold texted post. Now, let's use this opportunity to go line by line to see the point of this!
Hey folks, Harry here - and ya know what - it is a strange strange thing to wake up hearing Sylvester Stallone's voice - but as my waking eyes looked at the caller ID, I knew what it was about.
Last night, as you know, in Chatsworth, there was a test screening for THE EXPENDABLES, since Sly was calling me, I could only assume we got some reviews in that he wished to discuss. I assumed correctly. However, I was at a disadvantage - as I had not yet seen the reviews.
Sly was in a good mood. A tad annoyed at the one negative review, because the film tested very high with the audience, not the disaster that the one reviewer was making it out to be. That said, Sly had no qualms talking about the short comings of the film in its current state.
You see, this was the first time that Sly was seeing the film outside of a monitor. When putting the cut together, he decided to test a whole series of elements that he was on the fence for. He discovered that there were several moments that he could lose, because they didn't play with an audience the way they were intended. Basically, this screening was, what at the heart of the Test Screening process... what it is all about.
He talked about how he had this one song laid into the movie that just completely did not work. Dolph telling the infamous joke that I detailed upon my set visit - that's going the way of the DoDo. That said, Sly felt the overall tone of "The Recruiter" review was written with no regard for the changes that even a blind man coming out the screening would make.
As Sly said, "Judging the film at this point is like pointing at that little girl with braces and making fun of her. You do know, those braces are coming off and you'll regret making fun of her."
Now, I don't think Sly intended to call THE EXPENDABLES a little girl in braces, but I do think he hit on something, when he mentioned taking those braces off. Even in "The Recruiter's" review - "A perfect film...for 1985."
Did "The Recruiter" mean 1985 as an insult? Because I remember 1985 pretty goddamn well. That was a pretty damn good year for Sly. He made ROCKY IV and RAMBO: FIRST BLOOD PART II. That was the year that Arnold made COMMANDO. Billy Friedkin unloaded the awesome TO LIVE AND DIE IN L.A. upon us - and Jon Voight and Eric Roberts were fucking astonishing in RUNAWAY TRAIN. Mickey Rourke was kicking ass in YEAR OF THE DRAGON and Jackie Chan was unbelievably awesome in POLICE STORY. Charles Bronson was in his third DEATH WISH movie and REMO WILLIAMS began his adventure. Christopher Walken had amazing hair in A VIEW TO A KILL and some hack named Akira Kurosawa made RAN while Kasdan made SILVERADO.
Well, if THE EXPENDABLES is a "perfect film for 1985" then I can pretty much declare, "THANK FUCKING GOD!"
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[collegehumor 1923603]
It's Sunday morning! Get out of my dreams and into my car. Which is ironic because I don't drive, unless there is news:
- Paranormal Activity is shaping up to beat Saw VI this weekend--by being number one. [Movieline]
- Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sly Stallone and Bruce Willis walk into a church. Thats the joke. [AICN]
-Here are 25 Jack 'O Lanterns vomiting. Which is funnier than 25 drunk college kids vomiting near a lantern. [Listicles]
-Here's five tips on starting your Sam Rockwell Grassroots Oscar Nominatino campaign. [Awards Daily]
-Here's Jeff Wells taking your points apart piece by piece. [HE]
-Anime News Network calls Nikki Finke's site, "TheDeadline.com," then sources Box Office Mojo. Hilarity to me. [ANN]
-Finally, here's a deleted scene from Twilight featuring sweet nips. [CH]
[collegehumor 1923603]
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A higher quality reel than the one that previously came out. This time we can clearly make out all of the explosions, gunshots and pseudo one-liners in The Expendables that'll make it a question for 2010.
Because, in an odd way, I'm incredibly excited for the second coming of Stallone as aging action vet leading an ensemble cast of other action vets.
Not to mention Terry Crews being involved ("He said we're dead in a funny accent!")
[AICN]
-John Lichman
A higher quality reel than the one that previously came out. This time we can... more
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Tuesday. Back at work. No hangover. Swear to god. Ugh.
Rambo 5 will involve Slyvester Stallone battling a sci-fi monster. Sure, beats Mexicans...or maybe it IS a Mexican! [Current]
3D Movies continue to print money. [Current]
Why does Hollywood love remaking old material for film and TV? [Current]
Megan Fox does promotional interviews for Jennifer's Body, reminds us she is also in Jonah Hex. And it's a cameo. [MTV Splash Page]
Vote on the Avatar trailer. Win...an Internet or something. [BigHollywood]
The guy who remade My Bloody Valentine 3D would likely helm Halloween 3D. Oh, Harvey. [Variety]
The Akira movie isn't dead! Sorta-almost-kinda! [Current]
-John Lichman
Tuesday. Back at work. No hangover. Swear to god. Ugh.
Rambo 5 will involve... more
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Monday seems a bit shocking as Disney will acquire Marvel Entertainment, The Final Destination was the most popular movie this weekend and The Green Hornet is delayed. Oh and there are more sequels to franchise films.
-The only thing I can really wonder about Disney buying Marvel: what happens to Universal Studios? [Current]
-The Final Destination opens with $28.3 million. Which is interesting. [Current]
-Bad Boys 3 is "in development" with scripter Peter Craig, which is annoying as there are four guys with the name. [/film]
-RAMBO 5 IS ALL UP IN YOUR GRILL, MOTHERLICKERS. MEXICO. DRUGS. SHOOTAN. [F'N VARIETY]
The Green Hornet will be a "Christmas Movie" instead of a Summer Movie. Or something. [Current]
-John Lichman
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THE EXPENDABLES is a hard-hitting action/thriller about a group of mercenaries hired to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator. Once the mission begins, the men realize things aren’t quite as they appear, finding themselves caught in a dangerous web of deceit and betrayal. With their mission thwarted and an innocent life in danger, the men struggle with an even tougher challenge - one that threatens to destroy this band of brothers.
Read more: The Expendables Movie Trailer: Giving Up the Cameos Right Off the Bat | /Film http://www.slashfilm.com/2010/03/31/the-expendables-movie-trailer-giving-up-the-cameos-right-off-the-bat/#ixzz0jmjBnJ9pTHE EXPENDABLES is a hard-hitting action/thriller about a group of mercenaries hired... more
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Unsurprising Arnie and Sly feature quite heavily in this montage of the cheesiest movie moments of all time.
You might require a sick bag.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTiAS7cdsYcUnsurprising Arnie and Sly feature quite heavily in this montage of the cheesiest... more
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The one-sheet plot summary for Rambo V has been making the rounds, but Ain't It Cool News reveals exactly what it's about.
And this time, it's not John Rambo vs. Mexicans like earlier reports said.
Now, it's John Rambo vs...a 1980s Sci-Fi Movie Monster!
No, really.The one-sheet plot summary for Rambo V has been making the rounds, but Ain't It... more
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Yesterday, Kick-Ass and The Expendables were given official release dates by Lionsgate. But not through generic PR releases or a leaked story.
Instead, 10,464 people found out all at once because they follow Lionsgate on Twitter.Yesterday, Kick-Ass and The Expendables were given official release dates by... more
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Ah, parody truly is amazing, especially as sequels for Bad Boys and Rambo are being announced in development. And since they are the exact same movie.
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BIG FAT REPEAT: Vardalos & Co. Prep For My Big Fat Greek Wedding Remake
In what appears to be an industry first, the entire cast and crew behind the 2002 indie breakout phenomenon My Big Fat Greek Wedding, from writer/star Nia Vardalos to director Joel Zwick to co-star John Corbett to cinematographer Jeffrey Jur to assistant head carpenter Tim Ovans to boom operator Thomas Hayek to production assistant David Zikovitz, has signed on to remake the exact same film.
Wedding is one of the decade’s most lucrative success stories. Budgeted at five million dollars, the movie went on to rake in almost 350 million at the worldwide box office. However, since that time, Vardalos hasn’t been able to recapture the same magic that made her such an unexpected household face. Though her directorial debut I Hate Valentine’s Day has reportedly done well through the IFC’s OnDemand service, it barely made a dent at the box office, earning only $10,000 in its first two weeks of release. When asked to provide statistical evidence of the film’s small screen success, IFC Films VP of Marketing & PR Ryan Werner replied, “We don’t do that. But trust me, it did, like, amazing.”Ah, parody truly is amazing, especially as sequels for Bad Boys and Rambo are being... more
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Sylvester Stallone is still his own stunts at the age of 62. In filming his new film The Expendables Sly completed a stunt pulling himself up onto a seaplane as it's about to take off.
The film, also stars Dolph Lundgren, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Mickey Rourke, Eric Roberts, Steve Austin and Terry Crews, and written and directed by Stallone, will be out next year.Sylvester Stallone is still his own stunts at the age of 62. In filming his new film... more
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Ellen breaks down the Top 5 Movie Car Chases.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show is a movie review show that airs on Thursday nights at 10:30 e/p on Current TV. From reviews of the newest releases to commentary on cult favorites and movie trends, each episode of The Rotten Tomatoes Show is a fast-paced, comedic journey through the week in cinema.
See more episodes of The Rotten Tomatoes Show on http://current.com/movies/ and Current TV.Ellen breaks down the Top 5 Movie Car Chases.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show is a movie... more
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