Alright, let’s get this out of the way: Tom Cruise may not resemble the title character of the upcoming Jack Reacher film in any physical sense based on the book descriptions, but then again, how many people have actually read the novel? It’s all about badass attitude with Reacher, and that’s something that Cruise can convey properly, alongside some clever …
Another week, another couple of directors making themselves unavailable for the director’s chair on Star Wars: Episode VII. That list of possible directors just keeps getting shorter and shorter. Joe Johnston is still on it though, which I do believe requires an obligatory “Whoo hoo!” from me. But let’s get to those guys that WON’T be taking us to a …
So, as you know, this site is called The Movies but now and then we make a slight exception for one series, and one series only: Doctor Who. We would like to think that the loophole is the fact that every episode is almost cinematic in scope, with writing that puts most Hollywood blockbusters to shame. Last Updated: November 19, …
Much like the question of a bear taking a crap in the woods, wondering if Twilight would make any cash this weekend was itself just as redundant a query. Part 2 of shirtless werewolves and sparkly vampires did indeed score big at the box office, as the finale of the Twilight series went out with a bang. Last Updated: November 19, 2012
Heist movies never go out of fashion, and much like the crimes portrayed within them, they’re always fun. While we’ve had our fair share of Oceanic robberies and getaways, there’s always a new angle to discover for these kinds of films, and the next gimmick in this genre might just seem magical. Last Updated: November 19, 2012
Director Paul Feig’s 2011 sophomore feature film effort, Bridesmaids, was a game changer. Not only did it prove that R-rated female ensemble comedies could work, but it set box offices ablaze across the world. It also made a star out of Melissa McCarthy (earning her a Best Supporting Actress nomination) for pretending to violently defecate in a basin. Classy. Now Feig …
Welcome to The Extras! A daily dose of all the smaller movie related news, clips and just plain cool stuff that you might have missed! Last Updated: November 16, 2012
When it comes to recognition, nothing beats people walking all over your good name. Because at the Hollywood walk of fame, that’s where actors, directors and other influential people in the industry are honoured. And now, finally, make up and prop-master Rick Baker is going to be plunging his hands into some cold cement, as he will be receiving that …
A spooky European village. Properly scary castle mania. Vampires. Werewolves! The only thing more frightening, is a glimpse at your empty bank account when it comes to deciding whether or not you can grab Resident Evil Village this month. Capcom's successor to its long-running survival-horror franchise is finally out, and if you've read our review then you know the game is a winner on multiple levels.
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