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Review: 'Robot Chicken Season 4' on DVD

13 December 2009 7:17 AM, PST | Comicmix.com | See recent Comicmix news »

I don’t know how I missed Robot Chicken when it debuted several years back. I heard the buzz, I saw the ads in the comics and still, I somehow never got around to watching. When the Cartoon Network sent over their second Star Wars Special for review, I finally indulged and was delighted.

Now, they sent over the two-disc set collecting the complete fourth season, which goes on sale Tuesday, and watched with great delight. The season, which ran from December 7, 2008 through December 6 (last week!), has 20 episodes and the set also includes The Robot Chicken Full-Assed Christmas Special.

The show is a riotous tour through the pop culture zeitgeist, presuming the viewers know the players from Tila Tequila to the torturous relationship between Thor and Loki. Many of the episodes are loosely connected vignettes while others feel entirely like a collection of whatever was finished in time got included. »

- Robert Greenberger

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Collider Holiday Giveaway - We Finally Have a New Server! Win Free DVD’s, Blu-rays and Books!

6 December 2009 7:12 PM, PST | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »

With the holiday’s fast approaching and everyone struggling to find enough money to buy presents, we’ve come up with a novel way to save money: get free stuff from us!  Thanks to a bunch of PR films, I’ve got a huge box filled with DVDs, Blu-rays and books and I’m going to give everything away to our readers.  So if you’d like to know what you could win and how to enter, just hit the jump for all the info:

And one bit of news before you click on the jump…if you’re a regular reader of Collider, you’ve probably noticed we’ve had a lot of problems keeping the site online over the past few months.  Due to heavy traffic and an old server, the site was crashing almost everyday.  But after many weeks of work behind the scenes, we have a »

- Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub

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Michael Beardon Interview, This Is it

4 November 2009 8:00 PM, PST | MoviesOnline.ca | See recent MoviesOnline news »

MoviesOnline recently sat down with Michael Jackson’s musical director, Michael Bearden, to talk about his new film, Michael Jackson’s This Is It, which offers Jackson fans and music lovers worldwide a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the performer as he developed, created and rehearsed for his sold-out concerts that would have taken place beginning this past summer in London’s O2 Arena.

Bearden is an accomplished musical director/keyboardist/arranger/composer for a diverse range of musical superstars. He has performed and/or recorded with some of popular music’s giants including: Sting, Carlos Santana, Whitney Houston, Lionel Richie, Chaka Kahn, Patti Austin, James Ingrahm, Patti Labelle, Yoko Ono, George Benson, Natalie Cole, Yossou NDour, Boz Scaggs, Lenny Kravitz, Luther Vandross, Issac Hayes, Aaron Neville, Edie Brickell, Jon Bonjovi and legends Nancy Wilson, Queen, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Liza Minelli, Elton John, Aretha Franklin, and Ray Charles and served »

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Big Apple Comic Con: Photo Recap

19 October 2009 12:00 PM, PDT | The Flickcast | See recent The Flickcast news »

This past weekend marked the very first year for Wizard World’s Big Apple Comic Con. Though some may be confused, this show has nothing to do with New York Comic Con, nor the legendary San Diego Comic-Con. This is a new brand established by Wizard, which has been making waves across the country in places like Boston, Anaheim, and Chicago.

This past weekend was quite interesting in terms of turn-out for a first year show. Friday was Ok, but Saturday and Sunday had a fair share of fanboys and fangirls roaming the con floor. You can always tell how good a con is by the amount of costumed heroes and heroines, and you can see for yourself after the jump, that they all came out of the woodwork for the show.

There wasn’t much to be said about programming. There were maybe a dozen panels over the three day period, »

- Matt Raub

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James Franco is Admitted into General Hospital

2 October 2009 12:20 AM, PDT | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »

It’s about to get sudsy.  Fresh off of nominated turns as a lovable stoner (”Pineapple Express” and a lovable activist (”Milk”), James Franco has decided to join the popular soap opera “General Hospital.”  The details from Variety are scarce but it has been confirmed that Franco will play a mysterious person who enters Port Charles, the primary setting for “General Hospital.”  The man’s intentions, of course, are unclear but the same cannot be said for the show’s producers–Franco’s two month story arc begins during November 20, coinciding with November sweeps.

“Gh,” as the fans call it, is no stranger to big time stars.  In the old days, the show had guest stars like Milton Berle, Sammy Davis Jr. and even Leonard Nimoy.  More recently, however, the biggest draw has been Billy Dee Williams.  That said, I am happy to see Franco restoring honor to the title of Gh Guest Star. »

- David Corbin

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'Iron Man 2' Editing Resumes And Stan Lee Wants A 'Dark Knight' Cameo In Today's Twitter Report

29 September 2009 9:11 AM, PDT | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

Stan Lee and Twitter belong together like Dazzler and Longshot, and he continues to make use of his newfound Internet podium with great proposals. For instance, he called upon his followers last night to launch a letter-writing campaign to get him into the next Batman movie. That's probably going to take a lot of mail.

Jon Favreau, meanwhile, arrived home safely from his press junket in Bora Bora to resume editing on "Iron Man 2," which Stan didn't need to solicit write-in votes to appear in. You can find out what they had to say below, along with who Geoff Johns introduced to "Guitar Hero," which recently arrested director angers Phil Hester, and the best reason yet that Archaia should solicit a "Dark Crystal" cover from Ben Templesmith next year.

It's all in the Twitter Report for September 29, 2009.

@Jon_Favreau That photo was taken in Bora Bora during a break in the Couples Retreat junket. »

- Brian Warmoth

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'Titan Maximum,' Simon Pegg And Stan Lee's Dentist Fears In Today's Twitter Report

28 September 2009 9:49 AM, PDT | MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news »

All-star chance run-ins on Twitter abounded this weekend. The first occurred when Geoff Johns and a handful of other comics notables descended on the premiere party for Adult Swim's "Titan Maximum." Lando Calrissian himself was there, and the "Blackest Night" scribe got a personal introduction. Todd Nauck was also in attendance and tweeted a link to a T-shirt design he did for the new show.

In other face-to-face encounters news, Andy Diggle and Jock concluded their "Losers" set visit (filming has now wrapped, by the way), and their flight home to the U.K. was shared with Simon Pegg. This is extra coincidental, since Diggle tweeted Jock on his flight from the U.K. to see if he was on the same flight as Pegg.

I'm @brianwarmoth, and yes, I am a confessed Twitter stalker, and this is your Twitter Report for September 28, 2009.

@GeoffJohns0 Titan Maximum party was rad. Seth »

- Brian Warmoth

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iMurders Comes To DVD October 13th!

19 August 2009 5:13 PM, PDT | iconsoffright.com | See recent Icons of Fright news »

We just got in the press release from Anchor Bay Entertainment for their latest acquisition, iMurders, which hits DVD shelves on October 13th. If you recall, we talked briefly about the flick with actress Erika Smith in her Icons interview last year. Below are all the full details!

Murder has a technology all its own. Tune in, turn on … and drop dead. iMURDERS. An all-star, high-tech horror whodunit from Anchor Bay Entertainment, just in time for Halloween.

The Internet. For some, it’s one of the great innovations of the modern world, a pathway to knowledge, growth and new experiences. But for a group of people who share a common chat room, it could be the instrument of their destruction.

Just in time for Halloween, Anchor Bay Entertainment – the undisputed leader in cult and classic horror home entertainment – will release the star-laden shocker iMurders. Street date is October 13, 2009 with an »

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Enemy of the Horror Business, Honest Scrap, & The Cyber-Horror Elite!

16 August 2009 10:55 PM, PDT | Fangoria | See recent Fangoria news »

First off I need to to a little bit of housekeeping here. I've been neglecting my blog section lately, and for that I apologize. It's been a busy time here in Fangoland, and in my personal life. My wife and I just welcomed our first child into the world last Friday, and while I was away for that a few cool things went down in the horror world - both courtesy of The Vault of Horror.

Regular visitors to Fangoria.com might recall a storm set off last November when fellow blogger Brian Matus aka Hellstorm posted a response to a list of films put out under The Vault's "Cyber-horror Elite" banner. Over the course of a few more installments of Brian's Raising Hell column, he took on said "elite" on a few more issues.

Now, by some strange cosmic alignment or wicked turn of events, I have been invited by Brian Solomon, »

- no-reply@fangoria.com (James Zahn)

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Review: 'Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II' on DVD

11 August 2009 1:39 PM, PDT | Comicmix.com | See recent Comicmix news »

Robot Chicken has been satirizing popular culture with tremendous success since its debut on Cartoon Network’s [adult swim] in 2005. The brainchild of executive producers Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, the show has skewered all manner of films, television series, and celebrities.

Their most successful outing was the Star Wars Special, first aired in June 2007. The wild success in terms of ratings, critical commentary, and DVD sales meant a sequel was inevitable. The Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II special aired last November and was recently released on DVD by Warner Home Video. It was also nominated for a 2009 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program (for Programming Less Than One Hour).

Amazingly, the 22-minute special has been expanded and extended so the disc is filled with 93 minutes of material. You have the original broadcast version, plus the 38 minute extended versions and then 33 minutes of extras.  That’s pretty impressive.

The special is also pretty damned funny. »

- Robert Greenberger

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DVD Playhouse--August 2009

10 August 2009 2:25 AM, PDT | The Hollywood Interview | See recent The Hollywood Interview news »

DVD Playhouse—August 2009

By

Allen Gardner

Watchmen—Director’S Cut (Warner Bros.) Director Zack Snyder’s film of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ landmark graphic novel is as worthy an adaptation of a great book that has ever been filmed. In an alternative version of the year 1985, Richard Nixon is serving his third term as President and super heroes have been outlawed by a congressional act, in spite of the fact that two of the most high-profile “masks,” Dr. Manhattan (Billy Cruddup) and The Comedian (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) helped the U.S. win the Vietnam War. When The Comedian is found murdered, many former heroes become concerned that a conspiracy is afoot to assassinate retired costumed crime fighters. Former masks Nite Owl (Patrick Wilson), Silk Spectre (Malin Akerman) and still-operating Rorschach (Jackie Earle Haley, in an Oscar-worthy turn) launch an investigation of their own, all while the Pentagon’s “Doomsday »

- The Hollywood Interview.com

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DVD Review: ‘Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II’ Delivers Laughs

29 July 2009 11:59 AM, PDT | HollywoodChicago.com | See recent HollywoodChicago.com news »

Chicago – Who would have guessed that some of the best “Star Wars”-related material of the ’00s would be produced by Seth Green? And yet, there’s no denying that a lot of what Green delivers with “Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II” is smarter than a majority of the product coming out of the Lucas machine. Check out the special, now on DVD, and see for yourself.

DVD Rating: 3.5/5.0 If you’re completely unfamiliar with “Robot Chicken,” perhaps a “Star Wars” special is not the best place to start. “Robot Chicken” airs during the Adult Swim portion of the Cartoon Network line-up and features stop-motion animation inspired by and using action figures of most of our youth. Most episodes run just over ten minutes and feature dozens of “sketches,” some of which may just be brief jokes that last less a few seconds intertwined with longer scenes.

Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II »

- adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)

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Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II T-Shirt Giveaway!

23 July 2009 10:04 AM, PDT | FilmShaft.com | See recent FilmShaft.com news »

You’ve seen the trailer, you’ve read the review now Win The T-shirt!

Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II gets it’s UK release on 27th July 2009 and to celebrate FilmShaft.com have teamed with [adult swim] to give away 3 t-shirts to our lucky, lucky readers!

Robot Chicken: Star Wars II reunites viewers with Emperor Palpatine who, tiring of Darth Vader’s incompetence, seeks advice from Alfonso, the hairdresser, during a routine trim. Gary the Storm Trooper is forced to take his daughter to work to keep the wife happy (not as simple as it sounds when your boss is the Dark Lord of the Sith) and Luke and Darth Vader bond over a father/son ?shing trip. Once again, the Robot Chicken crew takes a twisted look at all six ?lms to create a hilarious parody of the phenomena that is Star Wars.

This special episode features original Star Wars »

- Craig Sharp

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Review - Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II

22 July 2009 12:16 PM, PDT | FilmShaft.com | See recent FilmShaft.com news »

Question: Did you ever wonder how Boba Fett coped once he landed in the pit of the Sarlacc’s stomach during Return of the Jedi? Did you ever dream of what life in the Empire would be like if the galaxy was ruled by father and son? And did you ever question whether or not the airport terminals on a Death Star were any good?

If you answered yes to any of those questions then not only are you (quite obviously) a moron – but you’re also very lucky – because you can find the answers hidden within Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II!

Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II is the follow up to the 2007 hit special Robot Chicken: Star Wars and is brought to you by comedy geniuses Seth Green and Matthew Senreich along with co-Head Writers Douglas Goldstein and Tom Root.

The show is the second feature length »

- Craig Sharp

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Star Wars Episode II - Robot Chicken Style!

20 July 2009 11:29 AM, PDT | FilmShaft.com | See recent FilmShaft.com news »

Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II hits DVD shelves in the UK on Monday 27th July and I’ve got to tell you I’ll be one of the first queueing!

Based (very loosely) on the original Star Wars movies, Star Wars Episode II promises to be this years funniest and most entertaining satirical comedy to date!

Adult Swim’s Robot Chicken travels back to a galaxy far, far away to create a second, all new Star Wars themed feature special. Released on July 27th this hilarious take on the biggest sci-fi franchise of all time, brazenly combines the satirical sensibilities of Seth Green (Austin Powers, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Family Guy) and Matthew Senreich’s Emmy® Award winning Robot Chicken, with unforgettable moments and favourite characters from the Star Wars universe. This special feature, directed by Green, is a follow-up to last year’s Robot Chicken: Star Wars.

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- Craig Sharp

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iMurders: An Interview with Brooke Lewis

6 July 2009 11:35 AM, PDT | 28 Days Later Analysis | See recent 28 Days Later Analysis news »

Brooke Lewis is a prolific actress with dozens of acting credits to her name. However, Brooke is not only a previous off Broadway actress, but an executive producer, producer, director, and promoter of horror films and now one of several stars in the upcoming "iMurders," which, as previously reported here, will show in a limited engagement in Pasadena this July 25.

Small in stature, curvaceous, and big in heart Ms. Vampy talks of "iMurders" and several other upcoming features in this one of a kind interview from one of the most beautiful actresses in the horror genre. Check out the interview and get a sense of Brooke's passionate personality on camera and off just past the break

(Michael Allen) When did you realize your passion for acting?

(Brooke Lewis) "I feel like I have been very fortunate to know what I wanted to do with my life at an early age. »

- Michael Ross Allen

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iMurders in Pasadena July 25

6 July 2009 9:33 AM, PDT | 28 Days Later Analysis | See recent 28 Days Later Analysis news »

In the works for six years "iMurders" will be released for fans October 13 on DVD and for fans in the Pasadena area there is a limited run on the big screen at the Regency Academy Cinemas. This film involves eight users of "a Facespace chat room" who end up brutalized in a series of bloody murders. Tony Todd (The Candyman, Masters of Horror), William Forsythe (The Devils Rejects) and Brooke Lewis (Kinky Killers) will headline this thrilling piece of film noir that makes a social comment about the perceived safety of internet use. Have a look at the theatrical trailer, synopsis, cast/crew, and limited engagement location inside.

"iMurders" on July 25 at 6:00 (Saturday) here:

1003 E. Colorado Blvd.

Pasadena, CA

91106

A synopsis for "iMurders" here...

"When the participants of an internet chat room are brutally murdered in succession, one person’s past holds the key to the gruesome mystery (Myspace)."

Director: Robbie Bryan. »

- Michael Ross Allen

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Michael Jackson's Video Co-Stars: From Eddie Murphy To Marlon Brando

25 June 2009 10:00 PM, PDT | MTV Music News | See recent MTV Music News news »

When the King of Pop asked for a cameo, stars came running.

By James Montgomery

Michael Jackson and Chris Tucker in the "You Rock My World" music video

Photo: Sony Music

Michael Jackson was the King of Pop. And when the King called, people listened.

And not just any people, mind you, but the hugest celebrities in the world. Movie stars, supermodels, fellow recording giants, superstar athletes — they were all at Jackson's beck and call, mostly because he was the most famous man on the planet.

And his mega-celebrity came in handy when Mj wanted to make a music video. Because the King only did them one way: huge, loaded with eye-popping special effects, elaborate dance sequences and opulent set designs. His videos were mini-movies, they were events. And, accordingly, they needed stars.

Of course, the real star was always Michael Jackson. But over the course of three decades, he »

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DVD Review: ‘Fanboys’ For Hardcore ‘Star Wars’ Junkies Only

26 May 2009 10:17 AM, PDT | HollywoodChicago.com | See recent HollywoodChicago.com news »

Chicago – I really want to recommend “Fanboys”. The story behind the film is a David-and-Goliath tale of a young filmmaker bringing his comedic vision to life against all odds and the film is finally being released on DVD after years of delays. Sadly, the drama behind-the-scenes doesn’t change the mediocre quality of the final product.

DVD Rating: 2.0/5.0 Just because the producers behind Kyle Newman’s “Fanboys” meddled with the film and arguably wanted to make it significantly worse, doesn’t mean that what has been released is a good movie to begin with. Everyone involved with “Fanboys” appears to have their hearts in the right place and the film has moments and performances that nearly redeem it, but it ultimately doesn’t click as either a laugh-out-loud comedy or an ode to the Lucas universe. Only hardcore “Star Wars” junkies need rent or buy.

Fanboys was released on DVD on May 19th, »

- adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)

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The Original Star Trek Cast: Where Are They Now?

12 May 2009 6:50 AM, PDT | PEOPLE.com | See recent PEOPLE.com news »

On the heels of the hit film rebooting the classic Star Trek story, People opens hailing frequencies with the classic cast of the original Trek: where they've boldly gone, what the Trek phenomenon means to them - and what they think of their new counterparts.William Shatner (Capt. James T. Kirk)Recent Work: An Emmy-winning turn as Denny Crane on ABC's Boston Legal; hosts Shatner's Raw Nerve talk show on Bio; 2008 memoir Up Til Now; Priceline.com commercials. Next Up: The documentary Gonzo Ballet, dance performances of six songs written with musician Ben Folds. Shatner, 78, had one of the most the most visible post-Trek careers, »

- Scott Huver

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