December 19th, 2008
| Movie: Yes Man * Official Site * Trailer |
In Theaters: Dec. 19, 2008 |
| Runtime: 104 minutes |
Directed by: Peyton Reed |
| MPAA Rating: PG-13 for crude sexual humor, language and brief nudity |
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Sometimes you have a movie that’s pretty funny overall, but includes one scene that just ruins the rest of the movie. Such is the case with “Yes Man,” starring Jim Carrey as a guy who’s always said “no” his whole life, but gets roped into a Tony Robbins-type seminar where he starts saying “Yes” to everything. The messiah-type leader, played by Terence Stamp, awkwardly forces him to make a covenant on the “yes” thing.
You can imagine the implications of saying “yes” to everything! There are lots of things you probably shouldn’t say “yes” to, so it puts Carrey’s character, Carl Allen, into some interesting situations. The scene I mentioned involves an older woman (we’re talking 70s or 80s) who, uh, pleasures Carl. She approaches him, and when he tries to say no, bad things start to happen, so he goes back to saying “yes.” It’s all very awkward - for Carl and for the movie audience.
Read More - "Yes Man" Review
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By Jane Boursaw -- 4 comments
December 18th, 2008
One thing you have to say about Tom Cruise is that he has a sense of humor! I’ve always thought he’s the best at working the press and respecting his fans, and lately, he’s been getting back in the public’s good graces by doing a slammin’ job of being funny, being cool, and well, being everywhere (promoting his upcoming film, “Valkyrie”)! Check out this clip of Tom Cruise doing his own Top Ten list on David Letterman:
Tags: celebrities, Celebrity Gossip, celebrity videos, david letterman, letterman's top ten list, the late show, tom cruise, tom cruise on letterman, tom cruise rumors, tom cruise videos, valkyrie
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December 18th, 2008
What if you were a loser (hypothetically speaking, because no Film Gecko reader is a loser), and found a book on how to prevent an alien invasion of the Earth? And then had to use that knowledge when one actually occurs?
Such is the premise of “The How-To Guide for Saving the World,” an action comedy picked up by MGM with Barry Sonnenfeld attached to direct and produce.
Apparently, the script by BenDavid Grabinski landed enough votes among execs to make this year’s unofficial Black List of “most liked” screenplays.
More after the jump…
Read More - MGM Picks Up "The How-To Guide for Saving the World"
Tags: alien invasion, barry sonnenfeld, bendavid grabinski, in development, men in black, sci-fi movies, the how-to guide for saving the world, wild wild west, will smith
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By Jane Boursaw -- 0 comments
December 18th, 2008
I love that Will Smith. I’m tellin’ ya, he just seems like a straight-up guy who really wants the best for himself, his family, and everyone around him. I’d like Will Smith to be MY friend! Check out this clip of Will at the premiere of his new movie, “Seven Pounds.” Watch the “Seven Pounds” trailer here.
Tags: celebrity videos, movie premieres, Movie Stars, red carpet, seven pounds, seven pounds premiere, will smith
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December 17th, 2008
You know, that Harrison Ford really kicks ass, doesn’t he? And I don’t mean in an “Indiana Jones” kind of way - I mean when great actors continue to make movies as they get older. Not that he’s old or anything - he’s only 66, for cripes sakes - but I’m just really glad he’s still making movies, because he’s always been a favorite of mine.
Now he’s signed to play a TV personality in “Morning Glory,” a Paramount comedy that revolves around a morning talk show. Rachel McAdams is in final negotiations to star, as well.
Roger Michell (“Venus”) is attached to direct, with J.J. Abrams and Bryan Burk producing through their Bad Robot banner.
The script was penned by Aline Brosh McKenna, which bodes well because she also wrote the fabulous script for “The Devil Wears Prada,”, one of my favorite chick-flicks of all time.
More after the jump…
Read More - Harrison Ford in for "Morning Glory"
Tags: aline brosh mckenna, harrison ford, morning glory, rachel mcadams, romantic comedy, the devil wears prada
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By Jane Boursaw -- 0 comments
December 17th, 2008
Check out the new banner for “Star Trek,” in regular and IMAX theaters May 8, 2009. I’m such a “Star Trek” geek. Watch the extended “Star Trek” trailer here, and tell me you’re not excited about this movie. I dare ya!
Image: Star Trek, Paramount Pictures, 2009
Tags: capt. kirk, chris pine, imax, Remakes, sci-fi movies, spock, star trek, star trek 2009, star trek banner, zachary quinto
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December 16th, 2008
Director Shawn Levy dishes about his upcoming film “Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian,” starring Ben Stiller and Amy Adams. “Night at the Museum” was a favorite in this household, so we’re looking forward to the next one, in theaters May 22, 2009. Check out the film’s IMDB page.
Tags: amy adams, ben still, Family-Movies, movie sequels, night at the museum 2, night at the museum 2 video, shawn levy
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December 16th, 2008
“Terminator Salvation” doesn’t hit theaters until May 22, 2008, but a fifth “Terminator” movie is already in the works.
During a break from filming “Terminator Salvation,” director McG announced at the Dubai International Film Festival that he’s developing a sequel.
No word on where it’ll be filmed, but the Middle East has been mentioned as a possible locale.
Christian Bale has signed to play John Connor for all three films. The next installment, after “Terminator Salvation,” is tentatively scheduled for a 2011 release.
Check out the trailer for “Terminator Salvation.”
Image: Terminator Salvation, Warner Bros., 2009
Tags: christian bale, john connor, mcg, sci-fi movies, terminator 5, terminator movies, terminator salvation
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December 16th, 2008
“New Moon” has a release date! The sequel to “Twilight” is heading to theaters Nov. 20, 2009.
On that same day, it’ll be up against Warner Bros.’ “Sherlock Holmes,” starring Robert Downey, Jr., Sony’s “Planet 51,” and MGM’s untitled “Three Stooges” project. That doesn’t seem so daunting, not that it would matter.
A story in Variety says the “New Moon” folks are looking to replicate their box office success by premiering the next movie on a similar date as “Twilight.” Really, though, I don’t think it matters when “New Moon” premieres. If the movie aired only one time at 2 a.m., theaters would be packed with fans.
The film franchise most associated with Thanksgiving is Warner Bros.’ “Harry Potter.” But there are only three films left in that series, with just one bowing over Thanksgiving, in 2010.
So with three upcoming movies in the “Twilight” franchise, I’m guessing they’ll take over that Thanksgiving release date.
Chris Weitz recently signed to direct “New Moon,” taking over from “Twilight” director Catherine Hardwicke.
Join our “New Moon” casting discussion here!
Image: Amazon
Tags: catherine hardwicke, chris weitz, harry potter, movie release dates, new moon, new moon casting, new moon release date, new moon rumors, planet 51, robert downey jr, sherlock holmes, three stooges, vampire movies
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By Jane Boursaw -- 4 comments
December 16th, 2008
Today’s DVD giveaway is a very cool two-pack set that includes:
1) “Kung Fu Panda” - a really cute animated movie featuring the voice talents of Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, and Angelina Jolie. Read my review here.
2) “Secrets of the Furious Five” - a straight-to-DVD sequel to “Kung Fu Panda” that has Po the Panda and the Furious Five facing Shifu’s biggest challenge. Read more about both movies here.
THE GIVEAWAY: I have ONE package to give away (includes both movies). To enter the contest, simply leave a comment on this post by midnight on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008. Be sure to include a valid email address. A winner will be drawn randomly. I’ll email the winner for their snail-mail address after the contest ends. Good luck!
Image: Amazon.com
Tags: angelina jolie, animated movies, bloggy contests, bloggy dvd giveaways, bloggy giveaways, contest, dustin hoffman, dvd contest, dvd giveaway, Family-Movies, film gecko dvd giveaway, film gecko giveaway, furious five dvd, giveaway, internet contest, internet giveaway, jack black, kung fu panda, kung fu panda dvd, sweepstakes
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