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23 September 2008 12:06 AM, PDT | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news

The just-released trailer for new movie Revolutionary Road shows Titanic actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet reunited on screen. Based on a Richard Yates novel, the film is about a couple attempting to live together away from the social constraints of 1950s America. The movie, which also stars Kathy Bates, is directed by Winslet's husband Sam Mendes. The actress recently (more)

By Michael Thornton

21 September 2008 9:13 PM, PDT | From Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news

After only a sneak preview, DreamWorks finally give the full length trailer of "Revolutionary Road". This would be the first movie that reunites Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as a couple after the highly-acclaimed "Titanic" in 1997.

Adapted from Richard Yates' 1961 novel of the same name, "Road" resolves around Frank and April Wheeler whose marriage appears to be so perfect. However, beneath that, each of them struggles with the frustration of not being able to be fulfilled in the relationship or their respective careers.

Frank eventually throws himself to alcohol and affair while April mourns the demise of her desire to be an artist. Jealousy and arguments follow thereafter and their relationship is tested as it deteriorates with each passing day.

Also starring Kathy Bates and David Harbour, "Revolutionary Road" will arrive in theaters on December 26, 2008.

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16 September 2008 1:20 AM, PDT | From toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news

The upcoming remake of the classic 1950’s science fiction movie The Day The Earth Stood Still, starring Keanu Reaves, Kathy Bates, Jennifer Connely, Jaden Smith, and John Cleese, has released some new footage, which can be found at io9.com. The seven and a half minutes cover scenes from Klaatu’s (Keanu Reeves) arrival on the planet Earth, some samplings of his strange powers, his interactions with people, and the beginning of the destruction of our planet by mysterious giant “spheres” that appear almost invisible. The original film, released in 1951 and based on a short story by author Harry Bates, tells the tale of a mysterious spacecraft that appears on Earth. It was a metaphor for the ongoing Communist Red [...]

Costa Koutsoutis

15 September 2008 9:22 AM, PDT | From Cinematical.com | See recent Cinematical news

While it doesn't arrive in theaters until December, Fox feels pretty confident in their The Day the Earth Stood Still remake -- so much so that they aired roughly seven and a half minutes of footage last night during a repeat of the Fringe pilot. Seems a bit odd to show that much footage this far in advance of the film's release date, but apparently Fox wants to build good buzz now ... and, thankfully, it would appear the film warrants it.

The footage (which you can see after the jump) is not comprised of one, long extended scene. Instead, we're taken through a whole bunch of scenes from what would appear to be the first half of the film, with some playing out a bit longer than others. Essentially, The Day the Earth Stood Still tells of an alien visitor (Keanu Reeves) and a giant robot who land on earth

Erik Davis

15 September 2008 2:25 AM, PDT | From Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news

As promised by Fox earlier, an exclusive first look at "The Day the Earth Stood Still" extended scene has been viewed on small screen on Sunday, September 14, and now the seven minutes long clip can be enjoyed also by those who missed it out. Providing more detailed look into the movie, the clip seems to serve as an elaboration of the previously-released teaser, displaying Helen Benson's role in the government's secret investigation and revealing footage before Klaatu is brought to the questioning room.

Focused on the concerns of man against nature rather than man against man like in the original film, "Earth Stood Still" resolves around the humanoid alien which arrivals on Earth triggers a global commotion as governments and scientists race to unravel the mystery behind his appearance. It is written by David Scarpa and put Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Jaden Smith, Kathy Bates, Jon Hamm and others as the stars.

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14 September 2008 4:42 PM, PDT | From avclub.com | See recent The AV Club news

Making an end run around the studios and the critical establishment, Tyler Perry has established himself as a commercial powerhouse by giving an underserved audience what they want: raucous melodramas populated by largely African-American casts, with plenty of Jesus and some gender politics thrown in as well. His talents may have more to do with marketing than writing or directing, but until someone else can come close to doing what he does, Perry deserves due respect for exploiting an untapped niche. His unabashedly matriarchal new film The Family That Preys focuses on the familes of Kathy Bates, an iron-willed millionaire who has taken the reins of her late husband's company, and Alfre Woodard, who runs a small, not particularly savory-looking luncheonette. How this chalk-and-cheese pair became best friends is explained only late in the game, and halfheartedly at that. But Perry never lets plausibility get in the way of...

Sam Adams

12 September 2008 12:50 AM, PDT | From toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news

Lionsgate released this teaser movie poster from the upcoming comedy “The Family That Preys” by director Tyler Perry and starring Kathy Bates, Alfre Woodard, Tyler Perry and Cole Hauser. Synopsis: Wealthy socialite Charlotte Cartwright (Kathy Bates) and her dear friend (Alfre Woodward), a working class woman of high ideals, have enjoyed a lasting friendship throughout many years. Suddenly, their lives become mired in turmoil as their adult children’s extramarital affairs, unethical business practices and a dark paternity secret threatens to derail family fortunes and unravel the lives of all involved. In the midst of the turmoil, Charlotte and Alice decide to take a breather from it all by making a cross-country road trip in which they rediscover themselves and possibly [...]

Brian Corder

11 September 2008 11:44 PM, PDT | From Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news

A sneak preview to the Paramount Vantage drama, "Revolutionary Road", has been let out. Courtesy of Entertainment Tonight, the video reveals footages displaying Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as a couple once again after their previous pairing up in 1997's James Cameron "Titanic". It also explains what the two have to deal with in the Sam Mendes-directed film.

Adapted from Richard Yates' 1961 novel of the same name, "Road" resolves around Frank and April Wheeler. Though on the surface their marriage looks to be just fine, behind it lurks a creeping frustration at their inability to feel fulfilled in their relationships or careers.

Frank despises his corporate job and runs to liquor and affair with co-worker, while his wife, April, mourns the demise of her dream to be an artist. As they deal with their personal problems, their relationship deteriorates and they fall into an endless cycle of bitter arguments and jealousy.

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10 September 2008 2:03 AM, PDT | From Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news

The re-imagining of Robert Wise's classic 1951 black-and-white sci-fi film, "The Day the Earth Stood Still", is going to tease movie lovers with an extended clip. The exclusive first look at the extended scene will be aired at Fox on Sunday, September 14, starting on 8:00 P.M. Et/Pt.

A part of Fox Sunday Night Thrill Ride, the previewing of the clip will be the first to be filling up the two-hour slot. It will be followed by a preview of "24: Redemption", a television movie of "24" set to be broadcast in November. Then, topping the two, Fox will present an encore screening of "Fringe" season premiere ended with an exclusive preview of the first four minutes of the series' second episode.

On other "Earth Stood Still" news, it has been reported that the Scott Derrickson-directed movie will be getting its IMAX release on the same day it hits

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9 September 2008 2:06 AM, PDT | From Moviescore Media | See recent Moviescore Media news

French composer Alexandre Desplat is once again working for British director Stephen Frears. His score for Frears' The Queen resulted in an Oscar nomination and numerous other awards and nominations. Their new film is called Cheri, and given the composer's country of origin the story should fit like a glove: it's a romantic drama set in Paris in the 1920s. Starring Michelle Pfeiffer, Kathy Bates and Rupert Friend, the film is based on a controversial novel by Colette. Miramax and Pathe will distribute, release date to be determined. Alexandre Desplat's other upcoming films include David Fincher's The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and French action adventure Largo Winch.

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8 September 2008 7:07 AM, PDT | From ifc.com | See recent IFC news

By Neil Pedley

Some might be quick to dismiss this week as part of the post-summer lull, but others might see it as a week of films that have been years in the making . it's been 13 since the now re-paired Robert De Niro and Al Pacino were last on screen together, while Diane English's remake of "The Women" took 12 to make it to the big screen, and the Flaming Lips' "Christmas on Mars" spent a mere seven years in the offing. As for fans of the Coen brothers, it only seems like forever since "No Country for Old Men."

"Able Danger"

Another week, another 9/11 conspiracy film, this one actually getting released on the seventh anniversary of the tragedy. Loosely inspired by "The Maltese Falcon," this Dv noir offers something of a date movie for far-left conspiracy theorists who take issue with perceived abuse of power on the part of our government.

Neil Pedley

3 September 2008 6:07 AM, PDT | From toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news

Watch a recent movie clip from the upcoming comedy “The Family That Preys” by director Tyler Perry and starring Kathy Bates, Alfre Woodard, Tyler Perry and Cole Hauser. In this clip Charlotte and Alice are hit on by a bar fly when they make a pit stop during their drive across the country. Synopsis: Wealthy socialite Charlotte Cartwright (Kathy Bates) and her dear friend Alice Pratt (Alfre Woodard), a working class woman of high ideals, have enjoyed a lasting friendship throughout many years. Suddenly, their lives become mired in turmoil as their adult children’s extramarital affairs, unethical business practices and a dark paternity secret threaten to derail family fortunes and unravel the lives of all involved. In the midst of the [...]

Brian Corder

24 August 2008 1:11 PM, PDT | From GetTheBigPicture.net | See recent Get The Big Picture news

Q: What Hollywood outsider “earned more than Jennifer Aniston, Tom Cruise and Bon Jovi combined” last year, according to Forbes?

A: Tyler Perry

The magazine says that Perry is a potential "next-generation" billionaire, citing his astute diversification of his products across theatre, television, film, and home video platforms. It's easy to make fun of the Madea movies, but they've helped Perry build an empire that is growing by leaps and bounds every year.

Part of his business model is releasing a couple of low risk/high reward feature films a year through Lionsgate, and slowly but surely, his movies have expanded beyond Madea and have become more concerned with the African-American experience in urban America. They have also begun to attract better casts, or do you not think the combination of Alfre Woodard and Kathy Bates counts for much?

Perry's new film, The Family That Preys, focuses on two families

Colin Boyd

17 August 2008 9:22 AM, PDT | From toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news

Watch the latest high quality movie trailer from the upcoming film “The Day the Earth Stood Still” by director Scott Derrickson (Paradise Lost, The Birds) and starring Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, John Cleese and Kathy Bates. Synopsis: A flying saucer orbits the 1950s Earth. It lands in Washington, DC, on the Mall. The lone occupant steps out and is shot by a jumpy soldier. Gort, a large and very powerful robot appears to save him and is able to melt tanks with the slightest bit of his power. The wounded alien orders Gort to stop his rampage and is taken to a hospital from which he escapes in order to learn more about this planet, even moving in as [...]

Brian Corder

15 August 2008 12:30 AM, PDT | From toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news

Watch the latest movie trailer from the upcoming comedy “The Family That Preys” by director Tyler Perry and starring Kathy Bates, Alfre Woodard, Tyler Perry and Cole Hauser. Synopsis: Wealthy socialite Charlotte Cartwright (Kathy Bates) and her dear friend Alice Pratt (Alfre Woodard), a working class woman of high ideals, have enjoyed a lasting friendship throughout many years. Suddenly, their lives become mired in turmoil as their adult children’s extramarital affairs, unethical business practices and a dark paternity secret threaten to derail family fortunes and unravel the lives of all involved. In the midst of the turmoil, Charlotte and Alice decide to take a breather from it all by making a cross-country road trip in which they rediscover themselves and possibly [...]

Brian Corder

8 August 2008 12:52 PM, PDT | From GetTheBigPicture.net | See recent Get The Big Picture news

Of course, in a perfect world, we'd never have remakes or sequels. We'd have one movie that told the whole story perfectly, leaving no questions unanswered, no stones unturned, and there would never be a reason to revisit that idea again because the film is timeless and untouchable.

It doesn't work that way, and we're "treated" to remakes and sequels all the time. Often, these are lousy, although I don't think you could survey the entire landscape of unoriginal ideas and determine that the majority are without their merits. It gets a little tricky when filmmakers want to add something to the legacy of a classic film, say, for example, The Day the Earth Stood Still.

For a lot of us, myself included, it's one of the first great alien invasion movies and an important piece of science-fiction and pop culture. But I don't think anyone can say that it's not outdated.

Colin Boyd

5 August 2008 7:57 AM, PDT | From AwardsDaily.com | See recent AwardsDaily news

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZQT07V1Zvc Just  for fun. (Couldn’t we all use a dose of fun?)  Close your eyes and imagine an unknown quantity starring Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Kathy Bates, John Cleese, Keanu Reeves, and Jaden Smith.  Now pretend you never heard of the 1951 Robert Wise classic, The Day the Earth Stood Still.   Does the trailer look any [...]

Ryan Adams

26 July 2008 12:43 AM, PDT | From toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news

Here’s another new movie poster from the upcoming remake “The Day the Earth Stood Still” by director Scott Derrickson (Paradise Lost, The Birds) and starring Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, John Cleese and Kathy Bates. Synopsis: A flying saucer orbits the 1950s Earth. It lands in Washington, DC, on the Mall. The lone occupant steps out and is shot by a jumpy soldier. Gort, a large and very powerful robot appears to save him and is able to melt tanks with the slightest bit of his power. The wounded alien orders Gort to stop his rampage and is taken to a hospital from which he escapes in order to learn more about this planet, even moving in as a boarder [...]

Brian Corder

25 July 2008 1:16 AM, PDT | From toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news

Check out the latest movie poster from the upcoming remake “The Day the Earth Stood Still” by director Scott Derrickson (Paradise Lost, The Birds) and starring Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, John Cleese and Kathy Bates. Synopsis: A flying saucer orbits the 1950s Earth. It lands in Washington, DC, on the Mall. The lone occupant steps out and is shot by a jumpy soldier. Gort, a large and very powerful robot appears to save him and is able to melt tanks with the slightest bit of his power. The wounded alien orders Gort to stop his rampage and is taken to a hospital from which he escapes in order to learn more about this planet, even moving in as a [...]

Brian Corder

23 July 2008 8:48 PM, PDT | From iconsoffright.com | See recent Icons of Fright news

Fox unveiled 2 posters from their upcoming remake of The Day The Earth Stood Still, which hits theaters December 12th, 2008. Based on the original 1951 film, the new update stars Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Kathy Bates and John Cleese. (Yes, Gort is in it too, so we've heard and as one of these posters teases!) Apple's website is hosting the teaser trailer which you can access right Here. Scroll down for to check out the new posters!

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