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Oscars 2014: Predicting 10 Best Supporting Actor Nominees
21 May 2013 5:30 AM, PDT | Obsessed with Film | See recent Obsessed with Film news »
For me, the Best Supporting Actor category is the most difficult category to predict this far out from the actual nominations. This is not atypical either as this category is annually, almost without fail, the toughest to foresee. The reasons for my particularly foggy clairvoyant skills on this specific matter are two-fold.
First, given the types of movies being made in this day and age, the abundance of choice supporting roles with potentially Oscar-worthy prospects is just ridiculous. They’re as plentiful as water in the ocean, and this plethora of promising performers, while a boon for fans of cinema, is a nightmare for an Oscar protagonist such as myself trying to pull off the illusion that I retain some unique insight into these awards that your regular laymen could never hope to attain.
This year’s crop of potential players makes this job an especially Herculean effort because they include so many recognizable names. »
- Christopher Lominac
Stand Up Guys Blu-Ray Review
20 May 2013 9:26 PM, PDT | We Got This Covered | See recent We Got This Covered news »
Stand Up Guys is the tale of three elderly men having one last night out on the town together. They realize that there’s not much time left, so they figure, why not get the gang back together and relive their glory days? On its own, this might not seem like such an unusual premise, that is, until you factor in that these guys are all former criminals who used to be involved in activities such as robbery and murder. With that in mind, you can begin to imagine just what kind of a night on the town these three would have.
Val (Al Pacino) has just been released from prison after a 28-year sentence. He is met by an old colleague of his, Doc (Christopher Walken), who takes him back to his apartment and then out to do whatever he wants to do on his big day. This includes »
- Jeff Beck
New DVD Blu-Ray: 'Side Effects,' 'The Last Stand'
20 May 2013 12:09 PM, PDT | Moviefone | See recent Moviefone news »
Moviefone's New Release of the Week “Side Effects” What's it about? Side effects may occur in this psychological thriller about a new prescription drug gone awry starring Rooney Mara and Jude Law. Why we're In: This film manages to bring sexy and scary into balance, and the cast is a winning combination. Moviefone's Blu-ray of the Week “My Neighbor Totoro” What's it about? A classic animated film about two Japanese girls who meet a furry forest sprite, created by acclaimed Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki and featuring voice performances by young Dakota Fanning and her little sister Elle Fanning. Why we're In: “Totoro” is a beloved classic, and we're glad to see it being brought to life once again in Blu-ray. New on DVD & Blu-ray “The Last Stand” What's it about? Arnold Schwarzenegger is a Los Angeles cop-turned-border town sherriff in this shoot-‘em-up, action-packed movie. Johnny Knoxville provides the yucks. »
- Natasha Young
New on DVD and Blu-ray: 'Side Effects' and More
20 May 2013 12:00 PM, PDT | NextMovie | See recent NextMovie news »
This week: Steven Soderbergh's supposedly final film "Side Effects" is a psychological thriller starring Jude Law, Rooney Mara, Channing Tatum and Catherine Zeta-Jones. We tell you why it's a final work worth checking out.
Also new this week is the return of Arnold Schwarzenegger to leading-man status in "The Last Stand," the Ya supernatural romance "Beautiful Creatures," Al Pacino and Christopher Walken in "Stand Up Guys" and a 30th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray of "National Lampoon's Vacation."
Box Office: $32 million
Rotten Tomatoes: 85% Fresh
Storyline: This twisty tale from Steven Soderbergh is about a woman named Emily (Rooney Mara) who turns to psychiatrist Dr. Banks (Jude Law) to help her deal with her intense anxiety attacks after her husband (Channing Tatum) is released from jail. After Banks prescribes an experimental drug to Emily, the side effects have deadly consequences and Banks reaches out to Emily's former shrink (Catherine Zeta-Jones) for advice. »
- Robert DeSalvo
Exclusive: Stand Up Guys Al Pacino and Christopher Walken Interviews
17 May 2013 3:51 PM, PDT | MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news »
Hollywood legends Al Pacino, Christopher Walken and Alan Arkin star together on the big screen for the first time in Stand Up Guys, arriving from Lionsgate Home Entertainment this May. The action comedy about three ex-gangsters who reunite for one unforgettable evening, will be available May 21 on Blu-ray (plus Ultraviolet Digital Copy), DVD (plus Ultraviolet Digital Copy) and Digital Download. We have two exclusive interview clips with Christopher Walken and Al Pacino.
Stand Up Guys - Exclusive "Christopher Walken Interview"
Stand Up Guys - Exclusive "Al Pacino Interview"
Three retired gangsters reunite for one epic final night, however, one of the friends is keeping a dangerous secret, and his time to find an acceptable alternative is running out. As the sun rises on the guys' reunion, their position becomes more and more desperate and they finally confront their pasts once and for all.
"American Muscle: The Stand Up »
- MovieWeb
Exclusive Stand Up Guys Clip Explains How Christopher Walken Chooses Roles
17 May 2013 10:46 AM, PDT | cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news »
Choosing a movie can be a difficult task, and the above interview segment with veteran actor Christoper Walken explains the process he uses to pick characters and projects. In particular in the interview, Walken discusses his character in the film Stand Up Guys, a movie which stars Walken, Al Pacino, and Alan Arkin as three former friends and criminal partners who reunite for one last bout of adventure. The story is a twisted one, and if you weren.t able to catch it in theaters, you.ll be able to see it when Stand Up Guys hits Blu-ray and DVD on May 21. It doesn.t surprise me that Walken would read through a script several times before deciding whether or not the role is right for him. Walken, overall, seems like a pretty cautious and calm individual, which strikes me as the opposite of a lot of the action-oriented characters »
Exclusive Stand Up Guys Blu-ray Clip Explains How Christopher Walken Chooses Roles
17 May 2013 10:46 AM, PDT | cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news »
Choosing a movie can be a difficult task, and the above interview segment with veteran actor Christoper Walken explains the process he uses to pick characters and projects. In particular in the interview, Walken discusses his character in the film Stand Up Guys, a movie which stars Walken, Al Pacino, and Alan Arkin as three former friends and criminal partners who reunite for one last bout of adventure. The story is a twisted one, and if you weren.t able to catch it in theaters, you.ll be able to see it when Stand Up Guys hits Blu-ray and DVD on May 21. It doesn.t surprise me that Walken would read through a script several times before deciding whether or not the role is right for him. Walken, overall, seems like a pretty cautious and calm individual, which strikes me as the opposite of a lot of the action-oriented characters »
Clip joint: the five best unexpected singing moments in film
15 May 2013 6:35 AM, PDT | The Guardian - Film News | See recent The Guardian - Film News news »
Five of the best examples of cinema characters unexpectedly bursting into song
You know how it is – you're watching a film, when suddenly, out of nowhere, the characters burst into song. Fine when it's a musical – much more surprising when it's not. Here's some of the best of these moments – but can you think of any others? Share them in the comment thread below..
500 Days of Summer
Joseph Gordon Levitt's adorable Tom finally spends the night with the beautiful and quirky Summer and launches into a cheery, dance-filled rendition of You Make My Dreams Come True by Hall and Oates. Almost as elating as losing your virginity, this happy, colourful scene is easily one of the highlights of the film. Sadly the next scene is not nearly so cheerful…
Reading on mobile? Watch the clip on YouTube
Taking a break from the hyper-macho guy talk, the Channel 4 »
- Guardian readers
Bill Hader to Exit Saturday Night Live
14 May 2013 8:33 AM, PDT | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »
Bittersweet news, folks. After eight years on Saturday Night Live, castmember Bill Hader has announced that he will exit the series after the end of this current season. Speaking with the New York Times, Hader explained, “It was a hard decision, but it has to happen at some point. It got to a point where I said, ‘Maybe it’s just time to go.’ ” The actor has been a standout on the show since his first appearance in 2005, solidifying himself as one of the best impressionists in SNL history with dead-on portrayals of everyone from Alan Arkin to Vincent Price. His original characters are highlights as well, with Stefon appearances on Weekend Update eliciting squeals from both the live audience and folks watching at home. Hit the jump for more. While Hader’s exit will most definitely be felt on SNL come next season, the actor will no doubt flourish in more feature film roles. »
- Adam Chitwood
How to Watch Steven Soderbergh's Final Film, 'Side Effects,' Before Disc
7 May 2013 3:15 PM, PDT | Movies.com | See recent Movies.com news »
Check out what's new to rent and own this week on the various streaming services such as cable On Demand, Amazon, iTunes, Vudu, and, of course, Netflix. Cable On Demand: Same-day-as-disc releases, older titles and pre-theatrical exclusives for rent, priced from $3-$10, in 24- or 48-hour periods Jack Reacher (action; Tom Cruise, Rosamund Pike, Werner Herzog, Jai Courtney; rated PG-13) Mama (Guillermo del Toro-produced horror; Jessica Chastain, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau; PG-13) Safe Haven (romance adapted from Nicholas Sparks novel; Julianne Hough, Josh Duhamel; PG-13) The Oranges (comedy; Hugh Laurie, Catherine Keener; rated R) Stand Up Guys (comedy; Al Pacino, Christopher Walken, Alan Arkin; rated R) Upstream Color (experimental sci-fi drama; Shane Carruth, Amy...
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- Robert B. DeSalvo
Casting Net: Daniel Radcliffe to play American reporter in 'Tokyo Vice'; Plus Reese Witherspoon, more
1 May 2013 4:56 PM, PDT | EW - Inside Movies | See recent EW.com - Inside Movies news »
• In case you chose to forget about Equus and Kill Your Darlings, we’re just here to remind you that Daniel Radcliffe is really never going back to his Harry Potter days. He’s just lined up a new project: an adaptation of Jake Adelstein’s Tokyo Vice, a non-fiction account of Adelstein’s work as an American crime journalist in Japan. Music video director Anthony Mandler (Taylor Swift’s “I Knew You Were Trouble” and Rihanna’s “Diamonds”) will helm the feature, and playwright J.T. Rogers will write the script. [Deadline]
• Natalie Portman knows a thing or two about playing characters blinded by ambition. »
- Lindsey Bahr
Allyn Rachel Joins ‘Million Dollar Arm’ (Exclusive)
1 May 2013 11:19 AM, PDT | Variety - Film News | See recent Variety - Film News news »
Allyn Rachel has joined the cast of Disney’s “Million Dollar Arm” baseball pic opposite Jon Hamm and Alan Arkin.
Mayhem Pictures and Roth Films are producing with shooting set for Mumbai, India and Atlanta.
“Lars and the Real Girl” helmer Craig Gillespie is directing from a script by Tom McCarthy (“Win Win”). Hamm will portray real-life sports agent Jeff Bernstein who discovered professional pitchers Rinku Singh and Dinesh Patel through a reality show he staged in India with cricket players.
Rachel, who performs regularly with the Upright Citizens Brigade, will play the fiercely loyal, hard-working assistant. She recently sold a single-camera comedy to Fox based on her web series “Couple Time” with Ellen DeGeneres’ A Very Good Production producing.
Rachel is repped by CAA and managed by Melanie Truhett of Truhett Garcia Management. Her attorney is Lev Ginsburg. »
- Dave McNary
From Kinky Boots to Virginia Woolf? More Potential Tony Nominees
29 April 2013 11:43 PM, PDT | Alt Film Guide | See recent Alt Film Guide news »
Tony Awards 2013: Stage-Movie connection ranges from Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Kinky Boots to Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (photo: Emilia Clarke, Cory Michael Smith in Breakfast at Tiffany’s) [See previous post: "Tony Awards 2013 Nominations: Tom Hanks, Sigourney Weaver Among Potential Contenders."] Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, possibly up for a 2013 Tony Award in the Best Revival of a Play category, was made into an Academy Award-nominated movie in 1966. Mike Nichols directed Richard Burton, Elizabeth Taylor, George Segal, and Sandy Dennis, from a screenplay by Ernest Lehman. Taylor and Dennis won Oscars as, respectively, Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress. In this latest Broadway revival of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, the stars are Tracy Letts, Amy Morton, Madison Dirks and Carrie Coon. Peter Masterson’s 1985 film version of Horton Foote’s The Trip to Bountiful, another possible Best Revival nominee, earned Geraldine Page a Best Actress Academy »
- Andre Soares
Casting Net: Michael Fassbender for 'Macbeth'; Plus, Jamie Foxx in talks for 'Annie', more
29 April 2013 7:25 PM, PDT | EW - Inside Movies | See recent EW.com - Inside Movies news »
• Michael Fassbender (Shame) is attached to play the title role in a film update of Macbeth, William Shakespeare’s classic tragedy about a scheming nobleman intent on ruling Scotland. The play has been adapted for the big screen a number of times, including Orson Welles’ 1948 version in which he also played the character of Macbeth, and Roman Polanski’s 1971 version which starred Jon Finch. Justin Kurzel (The Snowtown Murders) will direct the Fassbender update which will reportedly use the original language. The part of Lady Macbeth has not been cast yet. [Screen Daily]
• Jamie Foxx is in talks to star in Will Gluck »
- Lindsey Bahr
Lake Bell Joins Jon Hamm in Million Dollar Arm; Jeremy Irvine and Phoebe Fox Land Leads in The Woman In Black: Angel Of Death
29 April 2013 2:10 PM, PDT | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »
From the casting news universe come these two tidbits today: Lake Bell (No Strings Attached) has signed on to star alongside Jon Hamm and Aasif Mandvi in the Disney sports drama Million Dollar Arm. Jeremy Irvine (War Horse) and Phoebe Fox (One Day, Black Mirror) will star in The Woman in Black: Angel of Death, the sequel to 2012’s Daniel Radcliffe-led horror flick The Woman in Black. Hit the jump for more on each project. The news of Bell’s involvement with Disney’s Million Dollar Arm comes courtesy of The Playlist, who recently spoke with her at Sundance London. The actress herself revealed that she would be starring in the baseball drama. “I’m starting a big studio movie, as an actor for hire, for Disney. It’s called Million Dollar Arm," she told told the outlet of her participation in the film. Bell will be joining fellow cast members, »
- Elena Butler
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone Blu-ray Release Date and Details
25 April 2013 8:12 PM, PDT | TheHDRoom | See recent TheHDRoom news »
Warner Home Video has announced that the comedy The Incredible Burt Wonderstone starring Steve Carell, Steve Buscemi, Olivia Wilde, Alan Arkin, James Gandolfini, and Jim Carrey will make its Blu-ray and DVD debut on June 25.
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone wasn't so incredible at the box office despite its impressive comedic cast. Made for an estimated $30 million, the film has only earned $22.4 million domestically and is widely considered a flop.
Home video will give The Incredible Burt Wonderstone a second chance. The Blu-ray will come packaged with the DVD and UltraViolet version, and be presented in 1080p video and 5.1 DTS-hd Master Audio. Bonus features run 45 minutes and include:
Making Movie Magic with David Copperfield Gag Reel and Deleted Scenes Alternate Takes
Cover art and pre-order links for The Incredible Burt Wonderstone are not yet available. The Blu-ray and DVD combo carries an Srp of $35.99 so expect Amazon's pre-order price to come »
Blu-ray, DVD: The Incredible Burt Wonderstone
25 April 2013 10:54 AM, PDT | Disc Dish | See recent Disc Dish news »
Blu-ray & DVD Release Date: June 25, 2013
Price: DVD $22.97, Blu-ray/DVD Combo $24.97
Studio: Warner Home Video
Steve Carell (Date Night) and Steve Buscemi (The Big Lebowski) get their glitter on for comedy movie The Incredible Burt Wonderstone.
Carell and Buscemi play superstar magicians Burt Wonderstone and Anton Marvelton, respectively. After a street magician’s (Jim Carrey, Mr. Popper’s Penguins) stunts make their show look stale, they decide for ramp things up by staging their own daring stunt, in an effort to salvage their act and their friendship.
The PG-13 film also stars Olivia Wilde (Deadfall), James Gandolfini (Killing Them Softly), Alan Arkin (Stand Up Guys) and Jay Mohr (Hereafter) as the wonderfully names Rick the Implausible.
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone was directed by Don Scardino, who’s known for helmer TV shows including 30 Rock, and written by Jonathan M. Goldstein (Horrible Bosses) and John Francis Daley, best known as Dr. Lance Sweets on TV’s Bones, »
- Sam
Suraj Sharma Has Million Dollar Arm
18 April 2013 5:02 PM, PDT | EmpireOnline | See recent EmpireOnline news »
Craig Gillespie's Disney baseball drama Million Dollar Arm is coming together quickly now, with Jon Hamm and Alan Arkin already stepping up to the plate. What it lacked until now was either of its converted Indian cricketers, but the first to play ball has just been announced: Suruj Sharma will be making it the follow up to his impressive breakout in Life Of Pi.If you're new here, the film is based on a true story which saw sports agent Jb Bernstein decided that bowling in cricket was much the same as pitching in baseball. He therefore staged a reality TV contest - the Million Dollar Arm of the title - in India, where the winning cricketers would be shipped off to the States for a new career. Ultimately triumphant were Dinesh Patel and Riku Singh, who both ended up playing for the Gulf Coast League Pirates. It's not »
'Life Of Pi' Star Suraj Sharma & Alan Arkin Join Baseball Flick 'Million Dollar Arm' With Jon Hamm
18 April 2013 3:19 PM, PDT | The Playlist | See recent The Playlist news »
In his first role since his breakout performance as the title character in “Life of Pi,” Suraj Sharma has chosen to play another Indian boy on a remarkable journey -- this time in the real-life tale “Million Dollar Arm” as a cricket player who wins a reality television competition and a contract to play baseball in the United States. Of the two actual pitchers, Rinku Singh and Dinesh Patel, it is unclear which one Sharma will be playing. Alan Arkin has also signed on to embody another industry veteran type after his Oscar-nominated turn in “Argo,” this time as a retired baseball scout. The two join Jon Hamm as sports agent J.B. Bernstein who orchestrated this unlikely fairytale -- which is shaping up to have an increasingly promising cast. Behind the camera, Craig Gillespie of “Lars and the Real Girl” will helm while Tom McCarthy (“Win Win,” “The Visitor”) wrote the script. »
- Tess Hofmann
'Life Of Pi' Star's Next Role
17 April 2013 12:22 PM, PDT | Huffington Post | See recent Huffington Post news »
"Life of Pi" star Suraj Sharma has booked his next film role.
Sharma will star in the upcoming baseball drama "Million Dollar Arm," THR reports. The actor will play a baseball pitcher who is discovered by a reality show in India which auditioned thousands of cricket players for their potential baseball skills.
Jon Hamm has signed on to play the sports agent who leads the reality show, based on the real-life agent, J.B. Bernstein. The film will also feature Alan Arkin.
Tom McCarthy ("Win Win," "Up") penned the screenplay for "Million Dollar Arm," with Craig Gillespie ("Lars and the Real Girl") directing.
Sharma's first acting gig was in 2012's film adaptation of the celebrated novel "Life of Pi." The 20-year-old actor played the lead role, earning multiple award nominations for his performance.
"Right now, I'm going to college in India," Sharma told HuffPost Entertainment in an interview last year. »
- Madeline Boardman
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