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November 1st, 2008

Mickey Rourke Talks Dogs and Divine Intervention

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I saw a picture of Mickey Rourke at the Venice Film Festival this year and have to say, he looked pretty darn tough. Now Page Six is reporting that he nearly took his own life in a gory murder-suicide. Even wrote a heart-wrenching note to his estranged wife, Carre Otis. […]

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October 11th, 2008

"The Express" Review

Movie: The Express * Official Site
In Theaters: Oct. 10, 2008

Runtime: 129 minutes
Directed by: Gary Fleder

MPAA Rating: Rated PG for thematic content, violence and language involving racism, and for brief sensuality.
Gecko Rating:

© 2008 Universal Studios National Football League Blogcast, NFL Blogcast
by David Kindervater, Every Morning Quarterback
“The Express” is more than just another football story. It’s […]

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October 8th, 2008

"The Express" Preview & Trailer

My friend and her son saw this the other day, and she said it’s a great movie, but you’d better bring a whole box of Kleenex. A real tear-jerker!
It tells the true story of Ernie Davis (Rob Brown), who overcame many obstacles to get into Syracuse University’s football program. Under the guidance of […]

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September 10th, 2008

Julie Andrews Earns Wings in "Tooth Fairy"

Every time Julie Andrews sings, an angel gets its wings. Now the beloved actress is earning HER wings in Tooth Fairy, a family comedy also starring Dwayne Johnson and Ashley Judd.
Also on board are “Extras” star Stephen Merchant, who also co-created “The Office,” and pro skateboarder Ryan Sheckler (MTV’s “Life of Ryan”). Interesting […]

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September 9th, 2008

Hockey Player Goes Vogue for New Line

You usually don’t think of the words “hockey” and “fashion” sharing space in the same sentence, but New Line Cinema is hoping to change that.
The studio is currently working on a romantic comedy about pro hockey player Sean Avery’s experiences in the fashion world, including his stint as a summer intern at a […]

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August 8th, 2008

New in Theaters: Aug. 6-8, 2008

Pineapple Express (in theaters Aug. 6, 2008). Stoner Dale Denton’s (Seth Rogen) enjoyment of a rare strain of marijuana may prove fatal when he drops his roach in a panic after witnessing a murder. Upon learning that the fancy weed can be traced back to them, Dale and his dealer (James Franco) go on […]

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July 1st, 2008

"Quantum Hoops: The Caltech Basketball Story" Review

DVD: Quantum Hoops * Official Site
On DVD: June 24, 2008

Runtime: 85 minutes
Directed by: Rick Greenwald

MPAA Rating: Not rated (some language)
Gecko Rating: 

Ever feel like a real loser? Yeah, me too. But if anyone knows the true meaning of the word, it’s the Caltech basketball team. It boasted a 21-year losing streak — over 245 […]

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June 26th, 2008

New in Theaters: June 27, 2008

A little robot and an ass-kickin’ girl hit theaters tomorrow — not in the same movie, though. Take a look at what’s new in theaters:
Wanted. Angelina Jolie kicks butt as a trained assassin, and teaches James McAvoy a thing or two. Rated R. Gecko Preview & Trailer (And take a look at that […]

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June 26th, 2008

"Gunnin’ For That #1 Spot" Preview & Trailer

I’ve got a soft spot in my heart for sports movies, and this one looks interesting. On September 1, 2006, the top 24 high school basketball players in the nation stepped out on the court that once saw the likes of Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Dr. J — Rucker Park on the corner of […]

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June 3rd, 2008

New on DVD: June 3, 2008

Will Ferrell continues his quest to make a movie about every sport. This week, Semi-Pro hits store shelves, along with a group of rag-tag Spartan warriors. New on DVD today:
Semi-Pro (2008). Will Ferrell stars as Jackie Moon, a washed-up singer turned lousy pro hoops player. But he’ll be tossed out of the league if […]

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