The Matrix green code that falls like rain throughout the film was inspired by a most unusual source. While some science fiction movies take too much time with exposition, the first The Matrix does an excellent job of dropping audiences into its unique and mind-bending world, providing just enough context clues for viewers to latch onto and find connections between them as the film goes on. From the nature of the machines in The Matrix to the falling green code that appears throughout the film, not everything is immediately explained in The Matrix.
That falling green code is an example of one of the many things about The Matrix that has aged well. The film's style is so unique and bold that even the sequels felt like they were copying the original. From the knee-length black trenchcoats to the sunglasses to the pills Neo (Keanu Reeves) takes to the green code,...
That falling green code is an example of one of the many things about The Matrix that has aged well. The film's style is so unique and bold that even the sequels felt like they were copying the original. From the knee-length black trenchcoats to the sunglasses to the pills Neo (Keanu Reeves) takes to the green code,...
- 1/18/2025
- by Zachary Moser
- ScreenRant
The British prime minister and leader of the U.K. Conservative Party, Rishi Sunak, has officially called a general election in what is set to be a historical year for global politics.
Britons will take to the polls on Thursday, July 4 after ministers had been assured a summer election will not take place. But off the back of good economic news for Sunak’s government as they hit a tricky inflation target, senior politicians frantically changed schedules to capitalize on the welcomed development.
“I have never been prouder to be British,” Sunak began in his statement outside London’s Downing Street on Wednesday afternoon. “I recognize that it has not always been easy. Some of you will only just be feeling the benefits (of inflation coming down)… Now is the moment for Britain to choose its future. Earlier today, I spoke to His Majesty the King to request a dissolution of Parliament.
Britons will take to the polls on Thursday, July 4 after ministers had been assured a summer election will not take place. But off the back of good economic news for Sunak’s government as they hit a tricky inflation target, senior politicians frantically changed schedules to capitalize on the welcomed development.
“I have never been prouder to be British,” Sunak began in his statement outside London’s Downing Street on Wednesday afternoon. “I recognize that it has not always been easy. Some of you will only just be feeling the benefits (of inflation coming down)… Now is the moment for Britain to choose its future. Earlier today, I spoke to His Majesty the King to request a dissolution of Parliament.
- 5/22/2024
- by Lily Ford
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The battle of the Titans is coming to HBO Max in March.
From director Adam Wingard, Godzilla Vs. Kong will be released nationwide in 2D and 3D in select theaters and IMAX on March 31, 2021 and will be available in the U.S. on HBO Max for 31 days from theatrical release.
Check out the latest previews and brand-new posters.
From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes the long-awaited showdown between two icons in the epic adventure “Godzilla vs. Kong,” directed by Adam Wingard.
Legends collide in “Godzilla vs. Kong” as these mythic adversaries meet in a spectacular battle for the ages, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home, and with them is Jia, a young orphaned girl with whom he has formed a unique and powerful bond. But they unexpectedly find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla,...
From director Adam Wingard, Godzilla Vs. Kong will be released nationwide in 2D and 3D in select theaters and IMAX on March 31, 2021 and will be available in the U.S. on HBO Max for 31 days from theatrical release.
Check out the latest previews and brand-new posters.
From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes the long-awaited showdown between two icons in the epic adventure “Godzilla vs. Kong,” directed by Adam Wingard.
Legends collide in “Godzilla vs. Kong” as these mythic adversaries meet in a spectacular battle for the ages, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home, and with them is Jia, a young orphaned girl with whom he has formed a unique and powerful bond. But they unexpectedly find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla,...
- 3/20/2021
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes the long-awaited face-off between two icons in the epic adventure “Godzilla vs. Kong,” directed by Adam Wingard.
Legends collide in “Godzilla vs. Kong” as these mythic adversaries meet in a spectacular battle for the ages, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home, and with them is Jia, a young orphaned girl with whom he has formed a unique and powerful bond. But they unexpectedly find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla, cutting a swath of destruction across the globe. The epic clash between the two titans—instigated by unseen forces—is only the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the Earth.
The film stars Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown (“Stranger Things”), Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Shun Oguri (“Weathering with You...
Legends collide in “Godzilla vs. Kong” as these mythic adversaries meet in a spectacular battle for the ages, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home, and with them is Jia, a young orphaned girl with whom he has formed a unique and powerful bond. But they unexpectedly find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla, cutting a swath of destruction across the globe. The epic clash between the two titans—instigated by unseen forces—is only the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the Earth.
The film stars Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown (“Stranger Things”), Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Shun Oguri (“Weathering with You...
- 1/24/2021
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
The first full trailer for Godzilla vs. Kong has dropped and it does not disappoint!
"From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes the long-awaited face-off between two icons, “Godzilla vs. Kong,” the next epic adventure in Legendary’s cinematic Monsterverse, directed by Adam Wingard.
Legends collide in “Godzilla vs. Kong” as these mythic adversaries meet in a spectacular battle for the ages, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home, and with them is Jia, a young orphaned girl with whom he has formed a unique and powerful bond. But they unexpectedly find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla, cutting a swath of destruction across the globe. The epic clash between the two titans—instigated by unseen forces—is only the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the Earth.
"From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes the long-awaited face-off between two icons, “Godzilla vs. Kong,” the next epic adventure in Legendary’s cinematic Monsterverse, directed by Adam Wingard.
Legends collide in “Godzilla vs. Kong” as these mythic adversaries meet in a spectacular battle for the ages, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home, and with them is Jia, a young orphaned girl with whom he has formed a unique and powerful bond. But they unexpectedly find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla, cutting a swath of destruction across the globe. The epic clash between the two titans—instigated by unseen forces—is only the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the Earth.
- 1/24/2021
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
‘Captain America: Civil War’: The walls of Peter’s room reveal a sad detail about Peter and Aunt May
Spoilers ahead for Captain America: Civil War. Let’s dive into more nitty gritty nerdy details of Captain America: Civil War. Here we’re taking a close look at the new Marvel movie’s production design. HitFix chatted with Civil War production designer Owen Paterson on a phone call that was late afternoon for us and mid-morning for him — he’s based in Australia — and he revealed some intriguing details about various locations in the movie. From Paterson (whose credits include The Matrix trilogy, V for Vendetta, and the 2014 Godzilla movie) we got some insight about Scarlet Witch, Peter Parker, and more of the Avengers via details about the spaces they inhabit. Read on for scoop about five key Civil War sets. Image credit: Marvel Studios The Avengers Compound common room A bed and breakfast for a biker gang the Avengers Compound is the superteam’s HQ. The building’s...
- 5/11/2016
- by Emily Rome
- Hitfix
Marvel Studios has commenced principal photography at Pinewood Studios in Atlanta, Georgia on Captain America: Civil War, the third installment of its Super Hero franchise. The production will shoot on location in Atlanta, Georgia, which serves as the base for the film’s production, as well as locations in Germany, Puerto Rico and Iceland.
Set for release in the United States on May 6, 2016, Captain America: Civil War is directed by Anthony and Joe Russo (Marvel’s “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” “Community”) from a screenplay by Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely (“Captain America: The Winter Solider,” Marvel’s “Captain America: The First Avenger”).
The film returns Chris Evans (“Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” Marvel’s “Avengers: Age of Ultron”) as the iconic Super Hero character Steve Rogers/Captain America along with Robert Downey Jr. (“Avengers: Age of Ultron,” Marvel’s “Iron Man 3”) as Tony Stark/Iron Man, Scarlett Johansson (“Avengers: Age of Ultron,...
Set for release in the United States on May 6, 2016, Captain America: Civil War is directed by Anthony and Joe Russo (Marvel’s “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” “Community”) from a screenplay by Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely (“Captain America: The Winter Solider,” Marvel’s “Captain America: The First Avenger”).
The film returns Chris Evans (“Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” Marvel’s “Avengers: Age of Ultron”) as the iconic Super Hero character Steve Rogers/Captain America along with Robert Downey Jr. (“Avengers: Age of Ultron,” Marvel’s “Iron Man 3”) as Tony Stark/Iron Man, Scarlett Johansson (“Avengers: Age of Ultron,...
- 5/7/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Marvel Studios has commenced principal photography at Pinewood Studios in Atlanta, Georgia on Captain America: Civil War, the third installment of its Super Hero franchise. The production will shoot on location in Atlanta, Georgia, which serves as the base for the film's production, as well as locations in Germany, Puerto Rico and Iceland.
Set for release in the United States on May 6, 2016, Captain America: Civil War is directed by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo (Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier) from a screenplay by Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely (FIi6GHRG5D9jlo||Captain America: The Winter Soldier}). The film returns Chris Evans as the iconic Super Hero character Steve Rogers/Captain America along with Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark/Iron Man, Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier, Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson/Falcon, Paul Bettany as The Vision, Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton/Hawkeye,...
Set for release in the United States on May 6, 2016, Captain America: Civil War is directed by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo (Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier) from a screenplay by Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely (FIi6GHRG5D9jlo||Captain America: The Winter Soldier}). The film returns Chris Evans as the iconic Super Hero character Steve Rogers/Captain America along with Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark/Iron Man, Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier, Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson/Falcon, Paul Bettany as The Vision, Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton/Hawkeye,...
- 5/7/2015
- by MovieWeb
- MovieWeb
In anticipation of the film's release, Latino-Review is givinging away a few "Godzilla"-related items to some lucky readers, including a full color "Godzilla" towel, "Godzilla" Hoody, IMAX passes to see the film, and much more.
In order to enter the contest, email Latinoreviewmail@gmail.com with your name and address and include "Godzilla" Giveaway in the subject headline.
This giveaway will be open until May 19th at noon Pst and is only open to residents of the United States. Also, only one entry per person. Once the giveaway ends, we’ll look over the entries and randomly draw winners that day. Winners will be advised via email.
Here is what we got.
"Godzilla" Motorola Talkabout Rechargeable Two-Way Radios - Arv $100Canvas Men's "Godzilla Nautilus 24" Vintage Black T-Shirt - Arv $27.50"Godzilla" Adjustable Flat Bill Black Hat – Arv $13.50Full Color "Godzilla" Towel – Arv $35Set of 4 "Godzilla" Mighty Magnets in Clear Box...
In order to enter the contest, email Latinoreviewmail@gmail.com with your name and address and include "Godzilla" Giveaway in the subject headline.
This giveaway will be open until May 19th at noon Pst and is only open to residents of the United States. Also, only one entry per person. Once the giveaway ends, we’ll look over the entries and randomly draw winners that day. Winners will be advised via email.
Here is what we got.
"Godzilla" Motorola Talkabout Rechargeable Two-Way Radios - Arv $100Canvas Men's "Godzilla Nautilus 24" Vintage Black T-Shirt - Arv $27.50"Godzilla" Adjustable Flat Bill Black Hat – Arv $13.50Full Color "Godzilla" Towel – Arv $35Set of 4 "Godzilla" Mighty Magnets in Clear Box...
- 5/9/2014
- by Kellvin Chavez
- LRMonline.com
Godzilla stomps into theaters Friday, May 16th and Wamg has King-Sized prize packs to give away!
The world’s most revered monster is reborn as Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures unleash the epic action adventure Godzilla. From visionary new director Gareth Edwards (“Monsters”) comes a powerful story of human courage and reconciliation in the face of titanic forces of nature, when the awe-inspiring Godzilla rises to restore balance as humanity stands defenseless.
One Grand Prize Winner Will Receive:
A Godzilla Action Figure
And
One Runner Up will receive
2 Small Action Figures
And
Three additional Godzilla mini-prizepacks will be awarded
Enter Your Name And E-mail In Our Comments Section Below. We Will Contact You If You Are A Winner.
Official Rules:
1. You Must Be A Us Resident. Prize Will Only Be Shipped To Us Addresses. No P.O. Boxes. No Duplicate Addresses.
2. Winners Will Be Chosen From All Qualifying Entries.
The world’s most revered monster is reborn as Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures unleash the epic action adventure Godzilla. From visionary new director Gareth Edwards (“Monsters”) comes a powerful story of human courage and reconciliation in the face of titanic forces of nature, when the awe-inspiring Godzilla rises to restore balance as humanity stands defenseless.
One Grand Prize Winner Will Receive:
A Godzilla Action Figure
And
One Runner Up will receive
2 Small Action Figures
And
Three additional Godzilla mini-prizepacks will be awarded
Enter Your Name And E-mail In Our Comments Section Below. We Will Contact You If You Are A Winner.
Official Rules:
1. You Must Be A Us Resident. Prize Will Only Be Shipped To Us Addresses. No P.O. Boxes. No Duplicate Addresses.
2. Winners Will Be Chosen From All Qualifying Entries.
- 5/9/2014
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
By May 1945, Nazi Germany had surrendered the Second World War in Europe leaving only the fighting in the Pacific remaining. After threats from the USA, the UK and China to the Japanese of ‘utter destruction’, the Americans finally dropped two atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The combined death toll has been estimated up to a 250,000 people.
On March 1st 1954, a Japanese fishing boat called Daigo Fukuryu Maru (Lucky Dragon 5) was searching for tuna near the shores of a small ring of coral reef called Bikini Atoll near the Marshall Islands. After their haul, they returned to the port in Yaizu, Japan all suffering from headaches, nausea and bleeding from their gums and eyes. It was immediately clear what had happened to them – they all had radiation poisoning from the fallout of American atomic bomb testing.
The memories of these two tragic events led to the creation of one of...
On March 1st 1954, a Japanese fishing boat called Daigo Fukuryu Maru (Lucky Dragon 5) was searching for tuna near the shores of a small ring of coral reef called Bikini Atoll near the Marshall Islands. After their haul, they returned to the port in Yaizu, Japan all suffering from headaches, nausea and bleeding from their gums and eyes. It was immediately clear what had happened to them – they all had radiation poisoning from the fallout of American atomic bomb testing.
The memories of these two tragic events led to the creation of one of...
- 4/28/2014
- by Ollie England
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Fiends! We have a fun contest for everyone to score passes for an Advance Screening to Godzilla as well as a Grand Prize winner to score VIP/Reserved seats for the Advance Screening and a awesome Godzilla Army Duffle Bag! Read below for all the rules & details!
Main Trailer
Teaser Trailer
Synopsis
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
Gareth Edwards directs “Godzilla,” which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen (“Martha Marcy May Marlene”), Oscar® winner Juliette Binoche (“The English Patient,” “Cosmopolis”), and Sally Hawkins (“Blue Jasmine”), with Oscar® nominee David Strathairn (“Good Night, and Good Luck.,” “The Bourne Legacy”) and Bryan Cranston (“Argo,” TV’s “Breaking Bad”).
Edwards directs...
Main Trailer
Teaser Trailer
Synopsis
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
Gareth Edwards directs “Godzilla,” which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen (“Martha Marcy May Marlene”), Oscar® winner Juliette Binoche (“The English Patient,” “Cosmopolis”), and Sally Hawkins (“Blue Jasmine”), with Oscar® nominee David Strathairn (“Good Night, and Good Luck.,” “The Bourne Legacy”) and Bryan Cranston (“Argo,” TV’s “Breaking Bad”).
Edwards directs...
- 4/25/2014
- by Andy Triefenbach
- Destroy the Brain
In the run up to the release of Godzilla, Warner Bros. Pictures is releasing a full series of videos launching on Wednesday each week.
In the weekly ‘Meet the Director’ series, British director Gareth Edwards divulges his experience of taking on the biggest movie of 2014 and about the advantages of being surrounded by “the best of the best” for the release of Godzilla.
In Summer 2014, the world’s most revered monster is reborn as Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures unleash the epic action adventure Godzilla. From visionary new director Gareth Edwards (“Monsters”) comes a powerful story of human courage and reconciliation in the face of titanic forces of nature, when the awe-inspiring Godzilla rises to restore balance as humanity stands defenseless.
Watch the brand new TV spots for the film.
Gareth Edwards directs Godzilla, which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen...
In the weekly ‘Meet the Director’ series, British director Gareth Edwards divulges his experience of taking on the biggest movie of 2014 and about the advantages of being surrounded by “the best of the best” for the release of Godzilla.
In Summer 2014, the world’s most revered monster is reborn as Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures unleash the epic action adventure Godzilla. From visionary new director Gareth Edwards (“Monsters”) comes a powerful story of human courage and reconciliation in the face of titanic forces of nature, when the awe-inspiring Godzilla rises to restore balance as humanity stands defenseless.
Watch the brand new TV spots for the film.
Gareth Edwards directs Godzilla, which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen...
- 4/4/2014
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
The weak and the wounded rest on slabs of broken concrete in the fading sun. Around them, others are sifting through the rubble while armed soldiers train their vigilant eyes on any signs of danger. Godzilla has been here and this writer has been tasked to track his movements, get a good look at the creature and report back with my findings. This outdoor scene of carnage - a piece of smoldering, destroyed building littered with civilians and soldiers - speaks volumes about Godzilla’s strength. I’m told Godzilla is massive. Production designer Owen Paterson (of The Matrix trilogy) says he’s nearly 400 feet tall, bigger than any incarnation of Godzilla yet.
The post On the Set: In Search of Godzilla & Unraveling the Film’s Secrets appeared first on Shock Till You Drop.
The post On the Set: In Search of Godzilla & Unraveling the Film’s Secrets appeared first on Shock Till You Drop.
- 3/19/2014
- by Ryan Turek
- shocktillyoudrop.com
A young man in a radiation suit surveys the ruins of a dilapidated Japanese house. Insects crawl along the floors and walls. Nature has overtaken the abandoned home. The young man sweeps his flashlight across the dimly lit room, but what he’s trying to find is unknown. His father is also combing the old house; hoping to find a crucial piece of information that could help them, and in turn, possibly help humanity. It’s a quiet scene, but the stakes are monstrous. Hit the jump to read about my visit to the set of Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures’ Godzilla. It’s June 15, 2013, and I, along with a handful of other entertainment journalists, arrive on the set in Vancouver where a truck full of fake dead bodies is waiting by the entrance. Whether it just happened to be there or if it was planted there in anticipation of our arrival,...
- 3/19/2014
- by Matt Goldberg
- Collider.com
The weak and the wounded rest on slabs of broken concrete in the fading sun. Around them, others are sifting through the rubble while armed soldiers train their vigilant eyes on any signs of danger. Godzilla has been here and this writer has been tasked to track his movements, get a good look at the creature and report back with my findings. This outdoor scene of carnage - a piece of smoldering, destroyed building littered with civilians and soldiers - speaks volumes about Godzilla’s strength. I’m told Godzilla is massive. Production designer Owen Paterson (of The Matrix trilogy) says he’s nearly 400 feet tall, bigger than any incarnation of Godzilla yet. This is the juicy intel I'm looking for. To get it, I have to push away from...
- 3/19/2014
- Comingsoon.net
Watch the brand new trailer for Gareth Edwards’ Godzilla.
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
Godzilla stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Oscar nominee Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Oscar winner Juliette Binoche, and Sally Hawkins, with Oscar nominee David Strathairn and Bryan Cranston.
Edwards directs from a screenplay by Max Borenstein and Oscar nominee Frank Darabont (“The Green Mile,” “The Shawshank Redemption”), story by David Callaham and Max Borenstein, based on the character “Godzilla” owned and created by Toho Co., Ltd. Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni are producing with Mary Parent and Brian Rogers. Patricia Whitcher and Alex Garcia are serving as executive producers, alongside Yoshimitsu Banno and Kenji Okuhira.
The behind-the-scenes creative team includes Oscar-nominated director of photography Seamus McGarvey (“Anna Karenina,...
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
Godzilla stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Oscar nominee Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Oscar winner Juliette Binoche, and Sally Hawkins, with Oscar nominee David Strathairn and Bryan Cranston.
Edwards directs from a screenplay by Max Borenstein and Oscar nominee Frank Darabont (“The Green Mile,” “The Shawshank Redemption”), story by David Callaham and Max Borenstein, based on the character “Godzilla” owned and created by Toho Co., Ltd. Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni are producing with Mary Parent and Brian Rogers. Patricia Whitcher and Alex Garcia are serving as executive producers, alongside Yoshimitsu Banno and Kenji Okuhira.
The behind-the-scenes creative team includes Oscar-nominated director of photography Seamus McGarvey (“Anna Karenina,...
- 2/25/2014
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
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- 2/25/2014
- by Andy Triefenbach
- Destroy the Brain
Here’s your first look at the brand new official poster for Gareth Edwards’ Godzilla.
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
At this year’s SXSW (March 7 – 15), there will be a special screening of the original 1954 Japanese film followed by Q&A with Edwards. For more information visit http://sxsw.com/film.
Godzilla stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Oscar nominee Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Oscar winner Juliette Binoche, and Sally Hawkins, with Oscar nominee David Strathairn and Bryan Cranston.
Edwards directs from a screenplay by Max Borenstein and Oscar nominee Frank Darabont (“The Green Mile,” “The Shawshank Redemption”), story by David Callaham and Max Borenstein, based on the character “Godzilla” owned and created by Toho Co., Ltd. Thomas Tull...
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
At this year’s SXSW (March 7 – 15), there will be a special screening of the original 1954 Japanese film followed by Q&A with Edwards. For more information visit http://sxsw.com/film.
Godzilla stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Oscar nominee Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Oscar winner Juliette Binoche, and Sally Hawkins, with Oscar nominee David Strathairn and Bryan Cranston.
Edwards directs from a screenplay by Max Borenstein and Oscar nominee Frank Darabont (“The Green Mile,” “The Shawshank Redemption”), story by David Callaham and Max Borenstein, based on the character “Godzilla” owned and created by Toho Co., Ltd. Thomas Tull...
- 2/20/2014
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
You can experience Legendary’s Godzilla before it hits theaters in the all-new graphic novel ‘Godzilla: Awakening’, on sale May 7th Get all the info here: http://bit.ly/GZAwakening
Co-written by Greg Borenstein and Max Borenstein (screenwriter of the forthcoming movie), this epic adventure, set decades before the film, is the perfect way for fans to experience the new Godzilla before seeing it in theaters.
Director Gareth Edwards also recorded an exclusive message for Legendary Comics fans.
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our
very existence.
Gareth Edwards directs Godzilla, which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen (“Martha Marcy May Marlene”), Oscar® winner Juliette Binoche (“The English Patient,” “Cosmopolis”), and...
Co-written by Greg Borenstein and Max Borenstein (screenwriter of the forthcoming movie), this epic adventure, set decades before the film, is the perfect way for fans to experience the new Godzilla before seeing it in theaters.
Director Gareth Edwards also recorded an exclusive message for Legendary Comics fans.
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our
very existence.
Gareth Edwards directs Godzilla, which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen (“Martha Marcy May Marlene”), Oscar® winner Juliette Binoche (“The English Patient,” “Cosmopolis”), and...
- 1/22/2014
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
From the wisdom of Malala to badgers moving the goalposts, we look back at the year's notable comments
January
Our journey is not complete until our wives, our mothers and daughters, can earn a living equal to their efforts. Our journey is not complete until our gay brothers and sisters are treated like anyone else under the law, for if we are truly created equal, then surely the love we commit to one another must be equal as well.
Barack Obama at his second inauguration as Us president.
Yes.
American cyclist Lance Armstrong finally confessing, in an interview with Oprah Winfrey, to taking performance enhancing drugs to win his seven Tour de France titles.
February
You will no doubt have many questions but I believe we will need a few days to organise ourselves because this announcement has taken us all by surprise.
Vatican spokesman Federico Lombardi reacting to the...
January
Our journey is not complete until our wives, our mothers and daughters, can earn a living equal to their efforts. Our journey is not complete until our gay brothers and sisters are treated like anyone else under the law, for if we are truly created equal, then surely the love we commit to one another must be equal as well.
Barack Obama at his second inauguration as Us president.
Yes.
American cyclist Lance Armstrong finally confessing, in an interview with Oprah Winfrey, to taking performance enhancing drugs to win his seven Tour de France titles.
February
You will no doubt have many questions but I believe we will need a few days to organise ourselves because this announcement has taken us all by surprise.
Vatican spokesman Federico Lombardi reacting to the...
- 12/29/2013
- The Guardian - Film News
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
Check out the new poster and trailer for director Gareth Edward’s Godzilla. If some of the effectively eerie music sounds familiar to you sci-fi fans, it’s from the ”Atmospheres” piece by György Ligeti used 2001: A Space Odyssey.
The Godzilla series was created in 1954. A lizard contaminated by nuclear bomb radiation, mutates into a 300 ft tall dinosaur/monster hybrid.
In the new film’s slick viral marketing, the group at the heart of this incident is called M.U.T.O. So who exactly are they?
Find out at: http://mutoresearch.net/
The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen (“Martha Marcy May Marlene...
Check out the new poster and trailer for director Gareth Edward’s Godzilla. If some of the effectively eerie music sounds familiar to you sci-fi fans, it’s from the ”Atmospheres” piece by György Ligeti used 2001: A Space Odyssey.
The Godzilla series was created in 1954. A lizard contaminated by nuclear bomb radiation, mutates into a 300 ft tall dinosaur/monster hybrid.
In the new film’s slick viral marketing, the group at the heart of this incident is called M.U.T.O. So who exactly are they?
Find out at: http://mutoresearch.net/
The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen (“Martha Marcy May Marlene...
- 12/10/2013
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
The past couple of days I was playing around with Mutoresearch.net assuming that it could be cracked for a sneak peak of the trailer before today. It couldn’t. I got some tasty nuggets out of it but nothing that couldn’t really be found elsewhere. Regardless, it was fun. However, the moment that we have been all waiting for has finally arrived.
Check out the trailer for Gareth Edwards‘ adaptation on Toho’s “King of the Monsters” below & let us know what you think in the comments!
Trailer
Synopsis
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
Gareth Edwards directs “Godzilla,” which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen (“Martha Marcy May Marlene...
Check out the trailer for Gareth Edwards‘ adaptation on Toho’s “King of the Monsters” below & let us know what you think in the comments!
Trailer
Synopsis
An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.
Gareth Edwards directs “Godzilla,” which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson (“Kick-Ass”), Oscar® nominee Ken Watanabe (“The Last Samurai,” “Inception”), Elizabeth Olsen (“Martha Marcy May Marlene...
- 12/10/2013
- by Andy Triefenbach
- Destroy the Brain
London, December 5: Britain has struck a deal with China to export 45 million pounds worth of pig semen.
The unusual pact signed by Environment Secretary Owen Paterson, who is part of the British delegation taken to China by David Cameron, will allow inseminating Chinese pigs to get healthier and more productive breeds, the Mirror reported.
UK firms are looking to sell pigs trotters, which are regarded as waste product in the UK but are a delicacy in China.
The first export is expected to start in the spring of 2014. (Ani)...
The unusual pact signed by Environment Secretary Owen Paterson, who is part of the British delegation taken to China by David Cameron, will allow inseminating Chinese pigs to get healthier and more productive breeds, the Mirror reported.
UK firms are looking to sell pigs trotters, which are regarded as waste product in the UK but are a delicacy in China.
The first export is expected to start in the spring of 2014. (Ani)...
- 12/5/2013
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
A number of Queen Elizabeth's dresses have gone on display in Northern Ireland. A number of the British monarch's gowns are going on display at Hillsborough Castle, Her Majesty's official residence in Northern Ireland, from tomorrow (04.07.12) until the end of the month. The dresses, in white, champagne and gold, and mostly designed by Stewart Parvin, have been specifically chosen for the exhibition as part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations. They were all made to be worn by the queen on formal state occasions and are usually kept at the monarch's residencies at Buckingham Palace or Balmoral. Secretary of State Owen Paterson welcomed the exhibition, saying: 'In this special Diamond Jubilee year, it is a great privilege to...
- 8/3/2012
- Monsters and Critics
• Andrew Lansley's interviews on NHS data sharing deal
• Lunchtime summary
• David Cameron on the Merkel/Sarkozy EU plan
• Afternoon summary
9.00am: It's a big day for Europe. Angela Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy are meeting to thrash out details of a plan that could set up a fiscal union in Europe and may (or may not) lead to some sort of resolution of the debt crisis. But this blog - like the UK - is sitting on the sidelines. My colleague Alex Hawkes will be covering the Merkozy meeting on the business live blog. And I'll be covering events at Westminster, where the most lively before 4pm will be Leveson - The Sequel, a star-studded committee hearing featuring Hugh Grant, Steve Coogan and Max Mosley who may well spend an hour telling MPs and peers exactly what they told Leveson.
Here's the diary for the day.
10am: Ed Miliband will campaign in Feltham and Heston,...
• Lunchtime summary
• David Cameron on the Merkel/Sarkozy EU plan
• Afternoon summary
9.00am: It's a big day for Europe. Angela Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy are meeting to thrash out details of a plan that could set up a fiscal union in Europe and may (or may not) lead to some sort of resolution of the debt crisis. But this blog - like the UK - is sitting on the sidelines. My colleague Alex Hawkes will be covering the Merkozy meeting on the business live blog. And I'll be covering events at Westminster, where the most lively before 4pm will be Leveson - The Sequel, a star-studded committee hearing featuring Hugh Grant, Steve Coogan and Max Mosley who may well spend an hour telling MPs and peers exactly what they told Leveson.
Here's the diary for the day.
10am: Ed Miliband will campaign in Feltham and Heston,...
- 12/5/2011
- by Andrew Sparrow
- The Guardian - Film News
[1] Today's Amazon Gold Box Deal of the Day is The Ultimate Matrix Collection Blu-Ray for $25.49 [2] ($65 msrp). The Gold Box Deal of the Day is only good for 24 hours and will disappear at midnight. So act fast. This seven-disc collection contains the complete Matrix Trilogy in high definition video and lossless high definition 5.1 audio (Dolby TrueHD) — each with hours of special features including Whv's ground-breaking In-Movie Experience. The Animatrix, the nine-part anime film, three additional bonus discs include more than 35 hours of additional features and a digital copy of The Matrix. Full list of special features after the jump. Also, they have a one day only deal on It's A Wonderful Life, selling the Blu-ray for only $13.99 [3] ($30 msrp) and the two disc collector's DVD set for only $8.99 [4] ($20 msrp). Disc #1 - The Matrix (1999) In-Movie Experience Written introduction by the Wachowski brothers Philosophers commentary by Dr. Cornel West, Ken Wilber Critics commentary by Todd McCarthy,...
- 11/29/2011
- by Peter Sciretta
- Slash Film
With the inaugural Australian Production Design Guild Awards this month, Joanne Whitehead speaks with a selection of Australia’s leading production designers about the state of their sector in the industry.
While we so often hear the tired ‘it’s an honour just to be nominated’, during the awards season, for Australian production designers, the ceremony itself will feel like a reward, as their achievements are finally recognised on September 21, when the Australian Production Design Guild (Apdg) will hold their inaugural awards.
Though associations like Apdg existed in other countries before, the Australian guild is relatively new, created in 2009 by founding members Michael Scott Mitchell, Steven Jones Evans, George Liddle, Catherine Martin, Ian Gracie, Colin Gibson and Owen Paterson. With the awards approaching, it felt appropriate to delve a little further into the often misunderstood role of a production designer.
There are many departments who create the overall feel of...
While we so often hear the tired ‘it’s an honour just to be nominated’, during the awards season, for Australian production designers, the ceremony itself will feel like a reward, as their achievements are finally recognised on September 21, when the Australian Production Design Guild (Apdg) will hold their inaugural awards.
Though associations like Apdg existed in other countries before, the Australian guild is relatively new, created in 2009 by founding members Michael Scott Mitchell, Steven Jones Evans, George Liddle, Catherine Martin, Ian Gracie, Colin Gibson and Owen Paterson. With the awards approaching, it felt appropriate to delve a little further into the often misunderstood role of a production designer.
There are many departments who create the overall feel of...
- 9/21/2011
- by Colin Delaney
- Encore Magazine
[1] Today's Amazon Gold Box Deal of the Day is The Ultimate Matrix Collection Blu-Ray for $26.99 [2], 58% off the $65 msrp. The Gold Box Deal of the Day is only good for 24 hours and will disappear at midnight. So act fast. This seven-disc collection contains the complete Matrix Trilogy in high definition video and lossless high definition 5.1 audio (Dolby TrueHD) — each with hours of special features including Whv's ground-breaking In-Movie Experience. The Animatrix, the nine-part anime film, three additional bonus discs include more than 35 hours of additional features and a digital copy of The Matrix. Full list of special features after the jump. Disc #1 - The Matrix (1999) In-Movie Experience Written introduction by the Wachowski brothers Philosophers commentary by Dr. Cornel West, Ken Wilber Critics commentary by Todd McCarthy, John Powers, David Thomson Cast and crew commentary by Carrie-Anne Moss, Zach Staenberg and John Gaeta Composer commentary by Don Davis with music-only track The Matrix Revisited...
- 7/27/2011
- by Peter Sciretta
- Slash Film
Sneak Peek the new international poster supporting Columbia Pictures upcoming 3D feature "The Green Hornet".
Also take another look @ Factory Entertainment's "The Green Hornet" action figures. The highly detailed and movie accurate collectors figures are supplied in movie branded blister card packaging and include display disks.
The Green Hornet stands 6” (155mm) tall and comes equipped with his signature 'Gas Gun'.
Kato stands 5 ½“ (140mm) tall and features interchangeable hands that allow you to pose the figure in either a martial arts pose or ready to strike with signature throwing knives.
"The Green Hornet" opens January 14, 2011.
In the new movie, Vancouver actor Seth Rogen stars as 'Britt Reid'.
The action thriller will also be presented in 2D and IMAX 3D.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz...
Also take another look @ Factory Entertainment's "The Green Hornet" action figures. The highly detailed and movie accurate collectors figures are supplied in movie branded blister card packaging and include display disks.
The Green Hornet stands 6” (155mm) tall and comes equipped with his signature 'Gas Gun'.
Kato stands 5 ½“ (140mm) tall and features interchangeable hands that allow you to pose the figure in either a martial arts pose or ready to strike with signature throwing knives.
"The Green Hornet" opens January 14, 2011.
In the new movie, Vancouver actor Seth Rogen stars as 'Britt Reid'.
The action thriller will also be presented in 2D and IMAX 3D.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz...
- 11/24/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Sneak Peek the newest trailer, supporting the upcoming 3D release of "The Green Hornet", opening January 14, 2011.
Columbia Pictures' "The Green Hornet", stars Vancouver actor Seth Rogen.
The action thriller will be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet" also stars Taiwanese actor/pop music star Jay Chou as 'Kato', Cameron Diaz ("The Mask"), Edward James Olmos ("Miami Vice"), David Harbour ("Revolutionary Road"), Tom Wilkinson ("Valkyrie") and the villain 'Chudnofsky' is played by Oscar-winning Austrian actor Christoph Waltz ( "Inglourious Basterds").
Academy Award-nominee John Schwartzman ("Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian"), was Dp,...
Columbia Pictures' "The Green Hornet", stars Vancouver actor Seth Rogen.
The action thriller will be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet" also stars Taiwanese actor/pop music star Jay Chou as 'Kato', Cameron Diaz ("The Mask"), Edward James Olmos ("Miami Vice"), David Harbour ("Revolutionary Road"), Tom Wilkinson ("Valkyrie") and the villain 'Chudnofsky' is played by Oscar-winning Austrian actor Christoph Waltz ( "Inglourious Basterds").
Academy Award-nominee John Schwartzman ("Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian"), was Dp,...
- 11/20/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Sneak Peek your first look at Factory Entertainment's "The Green Hornet" action figures supporting Columbia Pictures upcoming 3D feature.
These highly detailed and movie accurate collectors figures are supplied in movie branded blister card packaging and include display disks.
The Green Hornet stands 6” (155mm) tall and comes equipped with his signature 'Gas Gun'.
Kato stands 5 ½“ (140mm) tall and features interchangeable hands that allow you to pose the figure in either a martial arts pose or ready to strike with signature throwing knives.
"The Green Hornet" opens January 14, 2011.
Vancouver actor Seth Rogen stars as 'Britt Reid'.
The action thriller will be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg,...
These highly detailed and movie accurate collectors figures are supplied in movie branded blister card packaging and include display disks.
The Green Hornet stands 6” (155mm) tall and comes equipped with his signature 'Gas Gun'.
Kato stands 5 ½“ (140mm) tall and features interchangeable hands that allow you to pose the figure in either a martial arts pose or ready to strike with signature throwing knives.
"The Green Hornet" opens January 14, 2011.
Vancouver actor Seth Rogen stars as 'Britt Reid'.
The action thriller will be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg,...
- 11/11/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Sneak Peek the new poster, supporting the upcoming 3D release of "The Green Hornet", opening January 14, 2011.
Columbia Pictures' "The Green Hornet", stars Vancouver actor Seth Rogen.
The action thriller will be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet" also stars Taiwanese actor/pop music star Jay Chou as 'Kato', Cameron Diaz ("The Mask"), Edward James Olmos ("Miami Vice"), David Harbour ("Revolutionary Road"), Tom Wilkinson ("Valkyrie") and the villain 'Chudnofsky' is played by Oscar-winning Austrian actor Christoph Waltz ( "Inglourious Basterds").
Academy Award-nominee John Schwartzman ("Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian"), was Dp,...
Columbia Pictures' "The Green Hornet", stars Vancouver actor Seth Rogen.
The action thriller will be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet" also stars Taiwanese actor/pop music star Jay Chou as 'Kato', Cameron Diaz ("The Mask"), Edward James Olmos ("Miami Vice"), David Harbour ("Revolutionary Road"), Tom Wilkinson ("Valkyrie") and the villain 'Chudnofsky' is played by Oscar-winning Austrian actor Christoph Waltz ( "Inglourious Basterds").
Academy Award-nominee John Schwartzman ("Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian"), was Dp,...
- 10/31/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Sneak Peek the new poster, supporting Columbia Pictures' "The Green Hornet", starring Vancouver's Seth Rogen.
The action thriller will be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters, January 14, 2011.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet" also stars Taiwanese actor/pop music star Jay Chou as 'Kato', Cameron Diaz ("The Mask"), Edward James Olmos ("Miami Vice"), David Harbour ("Revolutionary Road"), Tom Wilkinson ("Valkyrie") and the villain 'Chudnofsky' is played by Oscar-winning Austrian actor Christoph Waltz ( "Inglourious Basterds").
Academy Award-nominee John Schwartzman ("Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian"), was Dp, production designer, Owen Paterson ("The Matrix Revolutions...
The action thriller will be presented in 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters, January 14, 2011.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet" also stars Taiwanese actor/pop music star Jay Chou as 'Kato', Cameron Diaz ("The Mask"), Edward James Olmos ("Miami Vice"), David Harbour ("Revolutionary Road"), Tom Wilkinson ("Valkyrie") and the villain 'Chudnofsky' is played by Oscar-winning Austrian actor Christoph Waltz ( "Inglourious Basterds").
Academy Award-nominee John Schwartzman ("Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian"), was Dp, production designer, Owen Paterson ("The Matrix Revolutions...
- 10/16/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Sneak Peek 2 new images and the trailer from the upcoming feature "The Green Hornet 3D", starring Vancouver's Seth Rogen, slated for release January 14, 2011.
Sony confirmed that once the decision was made to incorporate 3D during the production process, "The Green Hornet" needed to find a frame with sufficient digital screens.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
"In fact, we're doubling down by making it 3D."
"The Green Hornet" is the classic crime-fighting character of film, television, radio and comic books, returning to the big screen in Columbia Pictures' new feature, starring Rogen as a disguised vigilante.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet...
Sony confirmed that once the decision was made to incorporate 3D during the production process, "The Green Hornet" needed to find a frame with sufficient digital screens.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
"In fact, we're doubling down by making it 3D."
"The Green Hornet" is the classic crime-fighting character of film, television, radio and comic books, returning to the big screen in Columbia Pictures' new feature, starring Rogen as a disguised vigilante.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet...
- 6/22/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Sneak Peek the Mezco 12 inch 1/6th scale action figures, based on the main characters from the upcoming big budget tent pole film "The Green Hornet 3D" from Sony Pictures.
"...A classic character of film, television, radio, and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film 'The Green Hornet', starring Seth Rogen as the vigilante crime-fighter. The film will be based upon “The Green Hornet” radio series created by George W. Trendle. The 12 inch figures feature amazing attention to detail, perfectly capturing both the actor’s likenesses as well as the spirit of the characters. 'The Green Hornet' features 11 points of articulation, as well as an alternate right hand, gas gun and real cloth coat. 'Kato' features 9 points of articulation, and an alternate right hand with gun..."
Sony's 3D "The Green Hornet", starring Vancouver's Seth Rogen is set to open Jan. 14, 2011.
The studio...
"...A classic character of film, television, radio, and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film 'The Green Hornet', starring Seth Rogen as the vigilante crime-fighter. The film will be based upon “The Green Hornet” radio series created by George W. Trendle. The 12 inch figures feature amazing attention to detail, perfectly capturing both the actor’s likenesses as well as the spirit of the characters. 'The Green Hornet' features 11 points of articulation, as well as an alternate right hand, gas gun and real cloth coat. 'Kato' features 9 points of articulation, and an alternate right hand with gun..."
Sony's 3D "The Green Hornet", starring Vancouver's Seth Rogen is set to open Jan. 14, 2011.
The studio...
- 6/9/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
From Dynamite Entertainment, "The Green Hornet: Parallel Lives" comic book series, prequels Sony's upcoming "Green Hornet 3D" movie starring Seth Rogen and Jay Chou.
"Green Hornet: Parallel Lives" follows Chinese 'Kato' and 'Britt' from the age of ten up through the moments before the movie starts, including how Kato became a martial artist.
Columbia Pictures' "The Green Hornet 3D", starring Vancouver's Rogen is set to open Jan. 14, 2011.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake. "In fact, we're doubling down by making it 3D."
"The Green Hornet" is the classic crime-fighting vigilante character of film, television, radio and comic books.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet 3D" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and George W. Trendle, Jr.
The new film also stars Cameron Diaz...
"Green Hornet: Parallel Lives" follows Chinese 'Kato' and 'Britt' from the age of ten up through the moments before the movie starts, including how Kato became a martial artist.
Columbia Pictures' "The Green Hornet 3D", starring Vancouver's Rogen is set to open Jan. 14, 2011.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake. "In fact, we're doubling down by making it 3D."
"The Green Hornet" is the classic crime-fighting vigilante character of film, television, radio and comic books.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet 3D" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and George W. Trendle, Jr.
The new film also stars Cameron Diaz...
- 5/26/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Sony's 3D "The Green Hornet", starring Vancouver's Seth Rogen is set to open Jan. 14, 2011.
The studio confirmed that once the decision was made to incorporate 3D during the production process, "The Green Hornet" needed to find a frame with sufficient digital screens.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
"In fact, we're doubling down by making it 3D."
"The Green Hornet" is the classic crime-fighting character of film, television, radio and comic books, returning to the big screen in Columbia Pictures' new feature, starring Rogen as a disguised vigilante.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for Executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet" also stars Taiwanese actor/pop music star Jay Chou as 'Kato',...
The studio confirmed that once the decision was made to incorporate 3D during the production process, "The Green Hornet" needed to find a frame with sufficient digital screens.
"We couldn't be more excited about 'The Green Hornet'," said Sony's marketing, distribution head Jeff Blake.
"In fact, we're doubling down by making it 3D."
"The Green Hornet" is the classic crime-fighting character of film, television, radio and comic books, returning to the big screen in Columbia Pictures' new feature, starring Rogen as a disguised vigilante.
Directed by Michel Gondry, "The Green Hornet" is produced by Neal H. Moritz ("I Am Legend"), for Executive producers Michael Grillo, Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Ori Marmur and the son of "The Green Hornet" creator, George W. Trendle, Jr.
"The Green Hornet" also stars Taiwanese actor/pop music star Jay Chou as 'Kato',...
- 4/24/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Nothing can spot Green Hornet now! Ok, there’s actually probably tons of things that could continue to interfere with this production going smoothly. At least it looks like Seth Rogen is keeping the weight off! One thing that is interesting is Nic Cage (who Variety reported was signed up …) is still in negotiating to be the villain.
Here’s the news release …
A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film The Green Hornet, starring Seth Rogen (Superbad, Knocked Up) as the vigilante crime-fighter. Production is underway on the Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) helmed film, which is produced by Neal H. Moritz (I Am Legend, The Fast and the Furious) and executive produced by Michael Grillo (The Accidental Tourist), Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg (Superbad, Pineapple Express), Ori Marmur (Evan Almighty) and George W. Trendle,...
Here’s the news release …
A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film The Green Hornet, starring Seth Rogen (Superbad, Knocked Up) as the vigilante crime-fighter. Production is underway on the Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) helmed film, which is produced by Neal H. Moritz (I Am Legend, The Fast and the Furious) and executive produced by Michael Grillo (The Accidental Tourist), Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg (Superbad, Pineapple Express), Ori Marmur (Evan Almighty) and George W. Trendle,...
- 9/3/2009
- by Jeff Bayer
- The Scorecard Review
The day that many thought might never come has finally arrived. "The Green Hornet," for all the roadblocks and pitfalls it experienced along the way, has begun production.
According to an announcement by Columbia Pictures, the Michel Gondry-directed, Seth Rogen-starring film has officially started production in Los Angeles, California.
The release date's change to December 17, 2010 is also confirmed by the press release, and while several long-rumored casting notes are also verified, there are some new additions as well.
As previously reported, Jay Chou has joined the cast as Kato and Cameron Diaz is also on board as Rogen's love interest. It also seems that Edward James Olmos's off-the-cuff remark about starring in "The Green Hornet" has panned out, as his name is listed amongst the credited actors.
Nicolas Cage, however, is only mentioned as being in negotiations for the movie—meaning his involvement isn't quite as set in stone as once believed.
According to an announcement by Columbia Pictures, the Michel Gondry-directed, Seth Rogen-starring film has officially started production in Los Angeles, California.
The release date's change to December 17, 2010 is also confirmed by the press release, and while several long-rumored casting notes are also verified, there are some new additions as well.
As previously reported, Jay Chou has joined the cast as Kato and Cameron Diaz is also on board as Rogen's love interest. It also seems that Edward James Olmos's off-the-cuff remark about starring in "The Green Hornet" has panned out, as his name is listed amongst the credited actors.
Nicolas Cage, however, is only mentioned as being in negotiations for the movie—meaning his involvement isn't quite as set in stone as once believed.
- 9/3/2009
- by Josh Wigler
- MTV Splash Page
It seems that Michel Gondry’s perpetually stalled Green Hornet film has finally started production. Several new names have been added and confirmed in the cast by the film’s press release. The first is Tom Wilkinson, from Gondry’s Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and Michael Clayton. The second is David Harbour, of Quantum of Solace and Brokeback Mountain.
Also confirmed to be in the cast are Edward James Olmos and Nicolas Cage. The details of the press release, as revealed by Slashfilm, are as follows:
Culver City, Calif., September 2, 2009 – A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film The Green Hornet, starring Seth Rogen (Superbad, Knocked Up) as the vigilante crime-fighter. Production is underway on the Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) helmed film, which is produced by Neal H. Moritz (I Am Legend,...
Also confirmed to be in the cast are Edward James Olmos and Nicolas Cage. The details of the press release, as revealed by Slashfilm, are as follows:
Culver City, Calif., September 2, 2009 – A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film The Green Hornet, starring Seth Rogen (Superbad, Knocked Up) as the vigilante crime-fighter. Production is underway on the Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) helmed film, which is produced by Neal H. Moritz (I Am Legend,...
- 9/3/2009
- by John Cooper
- Atomic Popcorn
Over the weekend, news broke that the upcoming adaptation of The Green Hornet was being pushed back to allow for more post-production time. The five-month delay, which moves the film from its original Summer release to a holiday opening a week before Christmas, sure isn’t slowing down production of the film.
In recent weeks, we’ve heard about several casting decisions for the Seth Rogen-starrer including that of Cameron Diaz, Edward James Olmos (Battlestar Galactica) and Taiwanese pop star Jay Chou taking over the role as Green Hornet’s side-kick, Kato. More recently, there’s been two more additions to the growing cast of talented and recognizable stars: Tom Wilkinson and David Harbour.
The official press release is as follows:
Culver City, Calif., September 2, 2009 - A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film The Green Hornet,...
In recent weeks, we’ve heard about several casting decisions for the Seth Rogen-starrer including that of Cameron Diaz, Edward James Olmos (Battlestar Galactica) and Taiwanese pop star Jay Chou taking over the role as Green Hornet’s side-kick, Kato. More recently, there’s been two more additions to the growing cast of talented and recognizable stars: Tom Wilkinson and David Harbour.
The official press release is as follows:
Culver City, Calif., September 2, 2009 - A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film The Green Hornet,...
- 9/3/2009
- by Rob Keyes
- ScreenRant
Given the trouble this production has had finding it’s director, Kato and struggling to reach pre-production, film fans will be thrilled to hear that production has now commenced on The Green Hornet! Check out the press release below, and check back for further updates!
Culver City, Calif., September 2, 2009 – A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film The Green Hornet, starring Seth Rogen (Superbad, Knocked Up) as the vigilante crime-fighter. Production is underway on the Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) helmed film, which is produced by Neal H. Moritz (I Am Legend, The Fast and the Furious) and executive produced by Michael Grillo (The Accidental Tourist), Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg (Superbad, Pineapple Express), Ori Marmur (Evan Almighty) and George W. Trendle, Jr. The screenplay is by Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg, based upon “The Green Hornet...
Culver City, Calif., September 2, 2009 – A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures’ feature film The Green Hornet, starring Seth Rogen (Superbad, Knocked Up) as the vigilante crime-fighter. Production is underway on the Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) helmed film, which is produced by Neal H. Moritz (I Am Legend, The Fast and the Furious) and executive produced by Michael Grillo (The Accidental Tourist), Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg (Superbad, Pineapple Express), Ori Marmur (Evan Almighty) and George W. Trendle, Jr. The screenplay is by Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg, based upon “The Green Hornet...
- 9/3/2009
- by Craig Sharp
- FilmShaft.com
A classic character of film, television, radio and comic books returns to the big screen in Columbia Pictures' feature film The Green Hornet, starring Seth Rogen (Knocked Up) as the vigilante crime-fighter. Production is underway on the Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) helmed film, which is produced by Neal H. Moritz (I Am Legend) and executive produced by Michael Grillo The Accidental Tourist), Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg (Superbad), Ori Marmur Evan Almighty) and George W. Trendle, Jr. The screenplay is by Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg, based upon "The Green Hornet" radio series created by George W. Trendle and shoots entirely in Los Angeles. The film is set for release December 17, 2010.
In addition to Rogen, the film also stars Taiwanese actor-pop star Jay Chou as Kato, Cameron Diaz (Charlie's Angels), Edward James Olmos (Battlestar Galactica), David Harbour (Revolutionary Road) and Tom Wilkinson (Valkyrie). Nicolas Cage is also...
In addition to Rogen, the film also stars Taiwanese actor-pop star Jay Chou as Kato, Cameron Diaz (Charlie's Angels), Edward James Olmos (Battlestar Galactica), David Harbour (Revolutionary Road) and Tom Wilkinson (Valkyrie). Nicolas Cage is also...
- 9/3/2009
- MovieWeb
Art directors dress up their film, TV noms
Film nominees by the Art Directors Guild covered most of Oscar Best's picture favorites, but with nominations handed out in period, fantasy and contemporary categories, the production designers also recognized several pictures left out of many awards lists.
The guild also announced several categories of TV noms. Winners will be announced at a gala Feb. 17 at the Beverly Hilton.
A complete list of nominees follows:
Period Film
Curse of the Golden Flower, production designer Huo Tingxiao; Dreamgirls, production designer John Myhre; Flags of Our Fathers, production designer Henry Bumstead; The Good Shepherd, production designer Jeannine Oppewall; The Prestige, production designer Nathan Crowley
Fantasy Film
Children of Men, production designers Jim Clay, Geoffrey Kirkland; Pan's Labyrinth, production designer Eugenio Caballero; Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, production designer Rick Heinrichs; Superman Returns, production designer Guy Hendrix Dyas; V for Vendetta, production designer Owen Paterson
Contemporary Film
Babel, production designer Brigitte Broch; Casino Royale, production designer Peter Lamont; The Da Vinci Code, production designer Allan Cameron; The Departed, production designer Kristi Zea; The Queen, production designer Alan MacDonald
Single-Camera TV Series
24, "7 a.m.-8 a.m.", production designer Joseph Hodges; Deadwood, "True Colors", production designer Maria Caso; Heroes, "Six Months Ago", production designer Ruth Ammonl Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, "Pilot", production designer Carlos Barbosa; Ugly Betty, "The Box and the Bunny", production designer Mark Worthington
MultiCamera TV Series
The Class, "Pilot", production designer Glenda Rovello; How I Met Your Mother, "World's Greatest Couple", production designer Stephan Olson; MadTV, "Episode 1207", production designer John Sabato; The New Adventures of Old Christine, ""Exile on Lame Street", production designer Cabot McMullen; Two and a Half Men, "The Pistol-Packin' Hermaphrodite," production designer John Shaffner
TV Movie Or MiniSeries
Stephen King's Desperation, production designer Philip Dagort; The Lost Room, production designer Keith Neely; Return to Halloweentown; production designer Edward L.
The guild also announced several categories of TV noms. Winners will be announced at a gala Feb. 17 at the Beverly Hilton.
A complete list of nominees follows:
Period Film
Curse of the Golden Flower, production designer Huo Tingxiao; Dreamgirls, production designer John Myhre; Flags of Our Fathers, production designer Henry Bumstead; The Good Shepherd, production designer Jeannine Oppewall; The Prestige, production designer Nathan Crowley
Fantasy Film
Children of Men, production designers Jim Clay, Geoffrey Kirkland; Pan's Labyrinth, production designer Eugenio Caballero; Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, production designer Rick Heinrichs; Superman Returns, production designer Guy Hendrix Dyas; V for Vendetta, production designer Owen Paterson
Contemporary Film
Babel, production designer Brigitte Broch; Casino Royale, production designer Peter Lamont; The Da Vinci Code, production designer Allan Cameron; The Departed, production designer Kristi Zea; The Queen, production designer Alan MacDonald
Single-Camera TV Series
24, "7 a.m.-8 a.m.", production designer Joseph Hodges; Deadwood, "True Colors", production designer Maria Caso; Heroes, "Six Months Ago", production designer Ruth Ammonl Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, "Pilot", production designer Carlos Barbosa; Ugly Betty, "The Box and the Bunny", production designer Mark Worthington
MultiCamera TV Series
The Class, "Pilot", production designer Glenda Rovello; How I Met Your Mother, "World's Greatest Couple", production designer Stephan Olson; MadTV, "Episode 1207", production designer John Sabato; The New Adventures of Old Christine, ""Exile on Lame Street", production designer Cabot McMullen; Two and a Half Men, "The Pistol-Packin' Hermaphrodite," production designer John Shaffner
TV Movie Or MiniSeries
Stephen King's Desperation, production designer Philip Dagort; The Lost Room, production designer Keith Neely; Return to Halloweentown; production designer Edward L.
- 1/18/2007
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
- The San Diego critics might have picked a familiar pic for their best film of the year, but they’ve indeed bucked the trend with at least 3 of their 4 choices for acting awards – finally The Proposition is remembered and Dick Pope gets a worthy kudos for Best Cinematography for The Illusionist. Here are San Diego Film Critics Society top choices of the year. Best Film: Letters From Iwo Jima Best Director: Clint Eastwood Best Actor: Ken Takakura - Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles Best Actress: Helen Mirren - The Queen Best Supporting Actor: Ray Winstone - The Proposition Best Supporting Actress: Lili Taylor - Factotum Best Ensemble Performance: Babel Best Original Screenplay: Karen Moncrieff - The Dead Girl Best Adapted Screenplay: Jason Reitman Thank You for Smoking Best Non-Fiction Film: Shut Up & Sing Best Animated Film: Cars Best Cinematography: Dick Pope The Illusionist Best Editing: Christopher Rouse,
- 12/21/2006
- IONCINEMA.com
Film Review: 'Red Planet'
Earthbound 'Red Planet' / Sci-fi thriller's eye-catching look can't
overcome clumsy script, thin characters
By Kirk Honeycutt
About all that survives in Warner Bros.' "Red Planet" is a sturdy turn by Carrie-Anne Moss as the movie's hero and arresting cinematography and production design by Peter Suschitzky and Owen Paterson, respectively, that give the planet a burnished, almost monochromatic look.
While Brian De Palma's "Mission to Mars" labored exhaustively to achieve an unstable mix of mysticism and studied realism, "Red Planet" crash-lands in a desert of one-note characters, banal dialogue and a general lack of excitement or tension. Mars apparently is not the planet on which to find a good script. Pluto anyone?
Few science-fiction movies in the past quarter-century have given off fewer sparks than "Red Planet". The film may concern the first manned expedition to Mars, but everyone appears to be going through the motions. Under the direction of tyro director Antony Hoffman, most of the performances contain a singular lack of energy. And plot turns in a script by Chuck Pfarrer and Jonathan Lemkin get telegraphed long before they arrive.
The year is 2050. Earth is dying because of massive pollution and global warming. A desperate humankind attempts to "terraform" Mars into a hospitable, oxygen-rich environment by seeding the planet with algae. But that project has gone awry, so Moss commands a scientific mission to the planet to figure out what went wrong and repair it.
Aboard are Val Kilmer, an all-purpose handyman; Tom Sizemore, a gregarious scientific analyst; Terence Stamp, the ship's spiritual guru; Benjamin Bratt, a moody and intense Air Force captain; and Simon Baker, a "last-minute replacement" who may not be cut out for space adventure.
The first 20 minutes are taken up with poorly scripted scenes of chitchat replete with flat dialogue and special "moments" between actors -- meant to establish characters and relationships -- that only emphasize their sheer superficiality. Especially annoying is an encounter between Kilmer and Moss, who has just stepped naked from a shower, that is designed to set up sexual electricity between the two.
Suddenly, everything goes haywire. A solar flare cripples the mother ship. Moss dispatches the others aboard an emergency shuttle to the surface of Mars while she stays behind to fix the ship. Then the shuttle crash-lands -- just isn't their day, is it? -- and Stamp sustains life-threatening injuries.
The crash also causes an exploration robot built something like a mechanical greyhound -- a creature we in the audience don't trust from the moment it comes onscreen -- to malfunction and turn its guerrilla-warfare tactics against the banged-up crew.
The beleaguered astronauts must now trudge around the barren landscape, meeting one obstacle or setback after another, while Moss putters in the ship, conversing occasionally with its mechanical navigator, named Lucille, a benevolent version of HAL from "2001". All these incidents and the solution to the disappearance of the seeded algae are pedestrian, to say the least. And no matter how many showers or revealing slips Moss slides into, it's hard to work up much excitement over the fate of these individuals.
The film is technically adroit. The spaceship and Martian surface have the true grit one imagines space travel a half-century from now might be like.
RED PLANET
Warner Bros.
Warner Bros. presents in association with
Village Roadshow Pictures and NPV Entertainment
a Mark Canton production
Credits: Producers: Mark Canton, Bruce Berman, Jorge Saralegui; Director: Antony Hoffman; Screenwriters: Chuck Pfarrer, Jonathan Lemkin; Story by: Chuck Pfarrer; Executive producers: Charles J.D. Schlissel, Andrew Mason; Director of photography: Peter Suschitzky; Production designer: Owen Paterson; Music: Graeme Revell; Costume designer: Kym Barrett; Editors: Robert K. Lambert, Dallas S. Puett; Visual effects supervisor: Jeffrey A. Okun. Cast: Kate Bowman: Carrie-Anne Moss; Robby Gallagher: Val Kilmer; Dr. Quinn Burchenal: Tom Sizemore; Capt. Ted Santen: Benjamin Bratt; Dr. Chip Pettengil: Simon Baker; Bud Chantilas: Terence Stamp. MPAA rating: PG-13. Running time - 106 minutes. Color/stereo.
overcome clumsy script, thin characters
By Kirk Honeycutt
About all that survives in Warner Bros.' "Red Planet" is a sturdy turn by Carrie-Anne Moss as the movie's hero and arresting cinematography and production design by Peter Suschitzky and Owen Paterson, respectively, that give the planet a burnished, almost monochromatic look.
While Brian De Palma's "Mission to Mars" labored exhaustively to achieve an unstable mix of mysticism and studied realism, "Red Planet" crash-lands in a desert of one-note characters, banal dialogue and a general lack of excitement or tension. Mars apparently is not the planet on which to find a good script. Pluto anyone?
Few science-fiction movies in the past quarter-century have given off fewer sparks than "Red Planet". The film may concern the first manned expedition to Mars, but everyone appears to be going through the motions. Under the direction of tyro director Antony Hoffman, most of the performances contain a singular lack of energy. And plot turns in a script by Chuck Pfarrer and Jonathan Lemkin get telegraphed long before they arrive.
The year is 2050. Earth is dying because of massive pollution and global warming. A desperate humankind attempts to "terraform" Mars into a hospitable, oxygen-rich environment by seeding the planet with algae. But that project has gone awry, so Moss commands a scientific mission to the planet to figure out what went wrong and repair it.
Aboard are Val Kilmer, an all-purpose handyman; Tom Sizemore, a gregarious scientific analyst; Terence Stamp, the ship's spiritual guru; Benjamin Bratt, a moody and intense Air Force captain; and Simon Baker, a "last-minute replacement" who may not be cut out for space adventure.
The first 20 minutes are taken up with poorly scripted scenes of chitchat replete with flat dialogue and special "moments" between actors -- meant to establish characters and relationships -- that only emphasize their sheer superficiality. Especially annoying is an encounter between Kilmer and Moss, who has just stepped naked from a shower, that is designed to set up sexual electricity between the two.
Suddenly, everything goes haywire. A solar flare cripples the mother ship. Moss dispatches the others aboard an emergency shuttle to the surface of Mars while she stays behind to fix the ship. Then the shuttle crash-lands -- just isn't their day, is it? -- and Stamp sustains life-threatening injuries.
The crash also causes an exploration robot built something like a mechanical greyhound -- a creature we in the audience don't trust from the moment it comes onscreen -- to malfunction and turn its guerrilla-warfare tactics against the banged-up crew.
The beleaguered astronauts must now trudge around the barren landscape, meeting one obstacle or setback after another, while Moss putters in the ship, conversing occasionally with its mechanical navigator, named Lucille, a benevolent version of HAL from "2001". All these incidents and the solution to the disappearance of the seeded algae are pedestrian, to say the least. And no matter how many showers or revealing slips Moss slides into, it's hard to work up much excitement over the fate of these individuals.
The film is technically adroit. The spaceship and Martian surface have the true grit one imagines space travel a half-century from now might be like.
RED PLANET
Warner Bros.
Warner Bros. presents in association with
Village Roadshow Pictures and NPV Entertainment
a Mark Canton production
Credits: Producers: Mark Canton, Bruce Berman, Jorge Saralegui; Director: Antony Hoffman; Screenwriters: Chuck Pfarrer, Jonathan Lemkin; Story by: Chuck Pfarrer; Executive producers: Charles J.D. Schlissel, Andrew Mason; Director of photography: Peter Suschitzky; Production designer: Owen Paterson; Music: Graeme Revell; Costume designer: Kym Barrett; Editors: Robert K. Lambert, Dallas S. Puett; Visual effects supervisor: Jeffrey A. Okun. Cast: Kate Bowman: Carrie-Anne Moss; Robby Gallagher: Val Kilmer; Dr. Quinn Burchenal: Tom Sizemore; Capt. Ted Santen: Benjamin Bratt; Dr. Chip Pettengil: Simon Baker; Bud Chantilas: Terence Stamp. MPAA rating: PG-13. Running time - 106 minutes. Color/stereo.
- 11/7/2000
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Film review: 'Noriega: God's Favorite'
An amazing movie about the downfall of scrappy Panamanian strongman Manuel "Tony" Noriega, "Noriega: God's Favorite" looked great on the big screen of the Granada Theatre, where the Roger Spottiswoode-directed film premiered at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
Alas, despite its availability to distributors, the less than-$6
million production has not landed a theatrical deal. It is set to air April 2 on Showtime.
Although more festival showcases are certainly in order, most of the intended mature audience will discover the project's many virtues over time through cable play dates and a long ancillary shelf life. Written by journalist and nonfiction author Lawrence Wright, adapting his just-published debut novel "God's Favorite", "Noriega" stars Bob Hoskins in another superb performance -- arguably his greatest yet -- with a well-picked supporting cast of veterans and relatively unfamiliar faces.
Starting with the torture and murder of Noriega's well-known foe Hugo Spadafora in 1985 and climaxing with the general's seeking shelter from American soldiers and outraged Panamanians inside the Vatican Embassy, "Noriega" is a wild tale that many potential viewers are probably not fully acquainted with.
The filmmakers and Wright make no promises of accuracy on every detail, conversation, date or even names and faces. But in the tradition of art "re-imagining" reality, "Noriega" is a major success, bringing to a potentially wide audience a film that is literate, challenging, even a tad controversial in its occasionally sympathetic portrayal of the "Little General".
Intricately constructed around the spiritual and international crisis Noriega confronts when the invasion of 1989 ends his corrupt career -- using a fictional confession to periodically provide insights into the protagonist's complex mind -- "Noriega" is intelligently lurid, unabashedly funny and sickeningly violent.
It holds too many oddities and subtle storytelling flourishes to begin to do justice to a one-of-a-kind experience that, for example, features a sunny scene on a boat with Gen. Tony, a bevy of topless girls and Oliver North (Edward Edwards) talking about their troubles with Contras and Colombians.
Or, if that's not wicked enough, there's the scene where tough chit-chatting Fidel Castro (Michael Sorich) sticks Tony with the bill at an intimate summit in a Havana nightclub.
An alcoholic despot whose primary beliefs are "forget the past" and that God has given him extraordinary luck, Tony is a big, bad, bisexual barrio boy turned "tin-pot fascist," with a sultry mistress (Rosa Blasi), a witch doctor, loyal second in command Roberto (Tony Plana), who "knows too much," and, last but not least, a jealous wife (Denise Blasor).
After the Spadafora affair, Noriega drives Panamanian President Nicky Balretta (Luis Avalos) to resign and also banishes Roberto, while making a big show of holding elections. As the forces of betrayed drug lords, American intelligence and military and his own internal critics close in, Noriega brutally overturns the results of the election and stops a coup by Roberto's replacement (Nestor Carbonell) in its tracks with a well-placed phone call and his own fierce personality -- a tremendous sequence that Hoskins pulls off spectacularly.
With an excellent soundtrack of Latin-flavored songs and instrumentals, the well-paced, entirely absorbing scenario concludes with Noriega and a savvy papal nuncio (Jeffrey Demunn) enduring the U.S. military's barrage of hard-rock music in a bizarre standoff.
And Tony's story is not over yet, we learn in the finale. Convicted of racketeering and drug trafficking and serving a 30-year sentence in federal prison in Miami, Noriega is eligible for parole this year.
Filmed in the Philippines, the production is first-rate in all regards. Pierre Mignot's cinematography, Owen Paterson's production design and Florence-Isabelle Megginson's costumes work together magically to help fully realize the perceptive, at times playful, cinematic ministerings of Spottiswoode ("Tomorrow Never Dies", Showtime's "Hiroshima").
NORIEGA: GOD'S FAVORITE
Showtime Networks
Showtime and Regency Enterprises present
A Nancy Hardin/Industry
Entertainment production
Director: Roger Spottiswoode
Screenwriter: Lawrence Wright
Producer: Nancy Hardin
Executive producers: Arnon Milchan,
Nick Wechsler, Roger Spottiswoode
Director of photography: Pierre Mignot
Production designer: Owen Paterson
Editor: Mark Conte
Costume designer: Florence-Isabelle Megginson
Casting: Judith Holstra
Color/stereo
Cast:
Manuel "Tony" Noriega: Bob Hoskins
Papal nuncio: Jeffrey Demunn
Roberto: Tony Plana
Maj. Giroldi: Nestor Carbonell
Vicky: Rosa Blasi
Felicidad: Denise Blasor
President Nicky Barletta: Luis Avalos
Running time -- 120 minutes
No MPAA rating...
Alas, despite its availability to distributors, the less than-$6
million production has not landed a theatrical deal. It is set to air April 2 on Showtime.
Although more festival showcases are certainly in order, most of the intended mature audience will discover the project's many virtues over time through cable play dates and a long ancillary shelf life. Written by journalist and nonfiction author Lawrence Wright, adapting his just-published debut novel "God's Favorite", "Noriega" stars Bob Hoskins in another superb performance -- arguably his greatest yet -- with a well-picked supporting cast of veterans and relatively unfamiliar faces.
Starting with the torture and murder of Noriega's well-known foe Hugo Spadafora in 1985 and climaxing with the general's seeking shelter from American soldiers and outraged Panamanians inside the Vatican Embassy, "Noriega" is a wild tale that many potential viewers are probably not fully acquainted with.
The filmmakers and Wright make no promises of accuracy on every detail, conversation, date or even names and faces. But in the tradition of art "re-imagining" reality, "Noriega" is a major success, bringing to a potentially wide audience a film that is literate, challenging, even a tad controversial in its occasionally sympathetic portrayal of the "Little General".
Intricately constructed around the spiritual and international crisis Noriega confronts when the invasion of 1989 ends his corrupt career -- using a fictional confession to periodically provide insights into the protagonist's complex mind -- "Noriega" is intelligently lurid, unabashedly funny and sickeningly violent.
It holds too many oddities and subtle storytelling flourishes to begin to do justice to a one-of-a-kind experience that, for example, features a sunny scene on a boat with Gen. Tony, a bevy of topless girls and Oliver North (Edward Edwards) talking about their troubles with Contras and Colombians.
Or, if that's not wicked enough, there's the scene where tough chit-chatting Fidel Castro (Michael Sorich) sticks Tony with the bill at an intimate summit in a Havana nightclub.
An alcoholic despot whose primary beliefs are "forget the past" and that God has given him extraordinary luck, Tony is a big, bad, bisexual barrio boy turned "tin-pot fascist," with a sultry mistress (Rosa Blasi), a witch doctor, loyal second in command Roberto (Tony Plana), who "knows too much," and, last but not least, a jealous wife (Denise Blasor).
After the Spadafora affair, Noriega drives Panamanian President Nicky Balretta (Luis Avalos) to resign and also banishes Roberto, while making a big show of holding elections. As the forces of betrayed drug lords, American intelligence and military and his own internal critics close in, Noriega brutally overturns the results of the election and stops a coup by Roberto's replacement (Nestor Carbonell) in its tracks with a well-placed phone call and his own fierce personality -- a tremendous sequence that Hoskins pulls off spectacularly.
With an excellent soundtrack of Latin-flavored songs and instrumentals, the well-paced, entirely absorbing scenario concludes with Noriega and a savvy papal nuncio (Jeffrey Demunn) enduring the U.S. military's barrage of hard-rock music in a bizarre standoff.
And Tony's story is not over yet, we learn in the finale. Convicted of racketeering and drug trafficking and serving a 30-year sentence in federal prison in Miami, Noriega is eligible for parole this year.
Filmed in the Philippines, the production is first-rate in all regards. Pierre Mignot's cinematography, Owen Paterson's production design and Florence-Isabelle Megginson's costumes work together magically to help fully realize the perceptive, at times playful, cinematic ministerings of Spottiswoode ("Tomorrow Never Dies", Showtime's "Hiroshima").
NORIEGA: GOD'S FAVORITE
Showtime Networks
Showtime and Regency Enterprises present
A Nancy Hardin/Industry
Entertainment production
Director: Roger Spottiswoode
Screenwriter: Lawrence Wright
Producer: Nancy Hardin
Executive producers: Arnon Milchan,
Nick Wechsler, Roger Spottiswoode
Director of photography: Pierre Mignot
Production designer: Owen Paterson
Editor: Mark Conte
Costume designer: Florence-Isabelle Megginson
Casting: Judith Holstra
Color/stereo
Cast:
Manuel "Tony" Noriega: Bob Hoskins
Papal nuncio: Jeffrey Demunn
Roberto: Tony Plana
Maj. Giroldi: Nestor Carbonell
Vicky: Rosa Blasi
Felicidad: Denise Blasor
President Nicky Barletta: Luis Avalos
Running time -- 120 minutes
No MPAA rating...
- 3/10/2000
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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