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The Notable Films of 2010: Part Three
18 December 2009 2:42 AM, PST
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Dinner for Schmucks
Opens: July 23rd 2010
Cast: Steve Carell, Paul Rudd, Zach Galifianakis, Bruce Greenwood, David Walliams
Director: Jay Roach
Summary: A renowned publisher encourages his friends to invite the most pathetic guests possible for their weekly dinner party. Just as they find the most pathetic man yet, the host is injured and ends up trapped with the man all night long.
Analysis: A remake of director Francis Veber's 1998 César award-winning "Le Diner des cons", 'Schmucks' is one of the highest profile comedies of next year with one of the strongest casts for the genre in recent memory. It also marks the return of "Austin Powers" and "Meet the Parents" helmer Jay Roach who has produced several films in recent years but hasn't directed since 2004's "Meet the Fockers".
The question now lies not in the performers or director but the material itself and whether a Gallic comedy can
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- Garth Franklin
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The Naughts: The Director of the '00s
10 December 2009 7:37 PM, PST
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Steven Soderbergh had a remarkable 12 films in theaters between 2000 and 2009. That includes two shiny Oscar winners, "Erin Brockovich" (which nabbed Julia Roberts a statuette) and "Traffic," and a potential third, "The Informant!"; all three installments of the blockbuster "Ocean's" franchise; three fast-and-loose video experiments ("Full Frontal," "Bubble" and "The Girlfriend Experience"); an anti-period piece period piece ("The Good German"); an anti-biopic biopic ("Che"); and a sorely underrated remake/distillation of a sci-fi classic ("Solaris").
And that's not even counting his contribution to the 2004 omnibus "Eros," or the ten episodes of HBO series "K Street" he helmed. By virtue of unstoppable output alone, Soderbergh's made more of a mark on the '00s than any other working director. But that's not why he's my pick for director of the decade.
Back in 1989, Soderbergh kicked off the giddy golden age of independent film with "Sex, Lies, and Videotape," and while the following
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- Alison Willmore
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Steven Soderbergh eying retirement
4 December 2009 9:30 PM, PST
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New York, Dec 4 (Ians) Academy Award-winning director Steven Soderbergh is planning to “wind down” his movie making, because he needs a “career-change”.
The “Erin Brockovich” director admits he’s become disillusioned with the film industry and is weighing up his options, because he doesn’t find big screen projects fulfilling any more, reports buzzhollywood.com.
The 46-year-old, whose credits also include “Sex, Lies, and Videotape” and “Ocean’s Eleven”, has not ruled out returning after taking a break, but is seriously considering leaving Hollywood behind for good.
“I feel the need to recalibrate, just step away. (I’m) winding down,.
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Soderbergh Eyes Retirement
4 December 2009 4:16 AM, PST
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Academy Award-winning director Steven Soderbergh is planning to "wind down" his movie making, because he needs a "career-change."
The Erin Brockovich director admits he's become disillusioned with the film industry and is weighing up his options, because he doesn't find big screen projects fulfilling any more.
The 46 year old, whose credits include Sex, Lies, and Videotape and Ocean's Eleven, has not ruled out returning after taking a break, but is seriously considering leaving Hollywood behind for good.
He tells British radio station BBC Radio 4, "I feel the need to recalibrate, just step away. (I'm) winding down, it's time for a change.
"I'll go away and come back with a different approach - or I won't. Maybe a change of career."
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Steven Soderbergh set to retire from film
4 December 2009 1:51 AM, PST
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Steven Soderbergh is considering retiring.
The ‘Erin Brockovich’ filmmaker admits he is ready to take a break after finishing work on his current projects but says he doesn’t know if he would ever return.
He said: “I’m winding down. It’s time for a change. I feel the need to recalibrate, just step away.
“I’ll go away and come [...]
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- Paul Heath
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Steven Soderbergh plans break
4 December 2009 12:00 AM, PST
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Steven Soderbergh is considering retiring. The 'Erin Brockovich' filmmaker admits he is ready to take a break after finishing work on his current projects but says he doesn't know if he would ever return. He said: ''I'm winding down. It's time for a change. I feel the need to recalibrate, just step away. ''I'll go away and come back with a different approach - or I won't. Maybe a chage of career is in order.'' Before he can take a step back, among his current projects is a 3D musical version of 'Cleopatra' with Catherine Zeta Jones. Speaking about the project, the 46-year-old director ..
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Ashley Greene: Interview with 'New Moon's' Alice Cullen
28 November 2009 4:45 PM, PST
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Nothing like a role in Twilight to break you into show business. That's the case for Ashley Greene, who had spent most of her time in Hollywood as a hostess in an L.A. restaurant prior to her fame-making role as Alice Cullen. The Floridian native just finishing touring the country in support of New Moon and she'll start filming the horror film Apparition in Berlin in February. We chatted with Greene days before New Moon started breaking records.
Are the reactions to Twilight the same all around the country?
I was impressed in Chicago, actually. Chicago was really, really
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- Nicole Sperling
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The Girlfriend Experience
27 November 2009 9:12 AM, PST
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The Girlfriend Experience is one of the more courageous and challenging films to come out this year, and the fact that it Soderbergh’s can give us all hope. An odd beast, Steven Soderbergh; an odd, Janus-faced movie beast. An Oscar-winning director (nominated twice in the same year—a feat only equalled once before, in 1938, by Michael Curtiz, who didn’t win) who pumps out the mall-pleasers like Ocean’s 11, 12, and 13 (though the mall was, apparently, less pleased with 12), Out of Sight, and—let’s face it—Erin Brockovich. He also has a doppelganger, his Imp of the Perverse, that turns out uncompromising, indie fare like Schizopolis, the brilliant Full Frontal, and the even more brilliant Bubble. But it isn’t a case of Robert Altman Syndrome (a director, God rest his soul, seemingly bent on immolating his career and repeatedly swallowing a grenade—like Prêt-à-Porter after The Player and
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- Garth Twa
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Avatar: Full Scene Clip & Speaking the Na’vi Language
24 November 2009 10:54 AM, PST
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If you missed Avatar Day this summer, no worries – one of the clips from the footage previewed at the event has been released online and IGN has been good enough to share it with the rest of us.
In addition, we’ve got some crazy backstory to share about the all the intricate work James Cameron invested into creating a realistic language for the alien race of the Na’vi. Sci-fi fans, get ready to expand your alien-language dictionaries!
The scene featured in the clip is the “Thanador Chase”. It features Sam Worthington and Sigourney Weaver’s characters, Jake Scully and Dr. Grace Augustine, taking their Avatar bodies out for a spin in the alien jungles of Pandora, only to run afoul of some local wildlife, in this case, a “Thanador.”
If you haven’t been impressed by Avatar’s visuals so far, may this will change your mind?
Ladies and gents,
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- Kofi Outlaw
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Official trailer for CBS Films' Extraordinary Measures starring Brendan Fraser, Harrison Ford and Keri Russell.
16 November 2009 4:40 AM, PST
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See the official trailer for CBS Films' "Extraordinary Measures," starring Brendan Fraser, Harrison Ford, Keri Russell and Courtney B. Vance. The drama sees release on January 22nd and is directed by Tom Vaughan from the screenplay penned by Robert Nelson Jacobs based on the book "The Cure" written by Geeta Anand.
Michael Shamberg, Carla Shamberg and Stacey Sher produce.
In the tradition of great inspirational dramas like the Academy Award nominated film “Erin Brockovich” and “The Pursuit of Happyness,” “Extraordinary Measures” is inspired by the true story of John Crowley, a man who defied conventional wisdom and great odds, and risked his family's future to pursue a cure for his children's life threatening disease.
From his working class roots, John Crowley (Brendan Fraser) has finally begun to taste success in corporate America. Supported by his beautiful wife Aileen (Keri Russell) and their three children, John is on the fast track.
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Monologue - Beauty Queen
9 November 2009 8:04 PM, PST
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Jose here bringing you the Monday Monologue.
From the moment Erin Brockovich was released, in March of 2000, everyone knew that Julia Roberts would win an Oscar for it. There was nary a review that did not point out how fantastic she was, how she carried the burdens of a dramatic role so well (after practically creating the entire rom-com movement throughout the 90's) and how big her boobs looked.
But beyond the awards craze, the "she can act" novelty and the miniskirts, the truth is that Julia had created a character all her own. One that might've looked and sounded like Julia Roberts, but was all Erin Brockovich.
This is never as evident as in a small, intimate scene where Erin opens up to a man (her biker neighbor played by Aaron Eckhart) for the first time in years. Are you gonna be something else that I have to survive?
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Decade in Review: 2000 Top Ten
5 November 2009 1:07 PM, PST
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What follows is my original top ten list of 2000... or rather the revised version I published in 2002. Let's discuss each year of this decade as it winds down! Who's with me?!? It's always interesting to see which films remained at the forefront of our memory and which fade... both for a variety of reasons, quality being only one factor. New comments are in red.
Please note: This list was based on NYC release dates in the year 2000. Some movies are listed as different years at the IMDb based on when they were released in their home country or in La or whatnot.
Runners Up (in descending order): Une Liaisons Pornographique, Nurse Betty, You Can Count On Me, Before Night Falls, Pola X, Chicken Run, American Psycho, Wonder Boys and Billy Elliott Um... What The Hell are some of these movies doing outside the top ten list? You Can Count on Me
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- NATHANIEL R
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Soderbergh says making The Informant was a piece of cake
26 October 2009 8:24 AM, PDT
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Steven Soderbergh says 'The Informant!' was
"embarrassingly easy" to direct.
The Oscar-winning film maker - who has previously worked on
Hollywood blockbusters like 'Erin Brockovich' and 'Oceans
Eleven - says the dark comedy was a simple film to make because they lead
actor Matt Damon was perfect for the role.
He said: "Making the movie was the most fun I've
had on a shoot since 'Erin Brockovich.' It was the right material,
the right actor, the right time. I have to say, it felt embarrassingly
easy."
Matt plays Mark Whitacre, a corporate whistleblower who
attempts to bring down a Us business giant but ends up embezzling more that $9
million. The 39-year-old actor had to put on 30lb in weight for the role.
Steven recently revealed revealed Matt loved bulking up for
the part.
He said: "I think he really had fun doing it - he
looked like he had fun.
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Extraordinary Measures - New images from the film starring Harrison Ford and Brandon Fraser.
19 October 2009 8:16 AM, PDT
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New images are available for CBS Films' "Extraordinary Measures" drama starring
Robert Nelson Jacobs adapts the screenplay based on the book "The Cure" written by Geeta Anand. Michael Shamberg, Carla Shamberg and Stacey Sher produce.
The film opens January 22nd next year.
In the tradition of great inspirational dramas like the Academy Award nominated film “Erin Brockovich” and “The Pursuit of Happyness,” “Extraordinary Measures” is inspired by the true story of John Crowley, a man who defied conventional wisdom and great odds, and risked his family's future to pursue a cure for his children's life threatening disease
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The Girlfriend Experience Blu-ray Review
13 October 2009 9:07 AM, PDT
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The Girlfriend Experience (2009) covers several days in the life of a high-end escort in Manhattan. Media coverage surrounding this independent effort from director Steven Soderbergh (Traffic, Erin Brockovich) highlighted his choice of adult film star, Sasha Grey, to portray the main character, Chelsea. I had never heard of the aspiring actress (she's done over 100 "movies" to date) before the film's publicity efforts, but a quick Google search returned probably more info and pictures than most straight laced folks would desire. Those familiar with Sasha's oeuvre hoping to get artsy-fartsy Hollywood porn will be sadly disappointed, as there is barely any nudity and no explicit sex on display.
What makes Chelsea's services unique is that for $2000 per hour she provides what is alluded to in the title, time with a significant other. She gets wined and dined, for the most part, by high earning businessmen while making conversation about their daily
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First Image and Featurette from Extraordinary Measures Starring Harrison Ford, Brendan Fraser and Keri Russell
8 October 2009 3:15 PM, PDT
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CBS Films has sent over the first image and a first look featurette from director Tom Vaughan’s (”Starter for 10,” “What Happens in Vegas”) “Extraordinary Measures”. The film stars Harrison Ford, Brendan Fraser and Keri Russell and it’s inspired by the true story of John Crowley, a man who defied conventional wisdom and great odds, and risked his family’s future to pursue a cure for his children’s life threatening disease. While the featurette is mostly the real John Crowley talking about his story, at the end Harrison Ford and Brendan Fraser say a few words. While this kind of movie might not appeal to all of you, with the cast involved, I thought it was worth sharing. I’m hoping with Tom Vaughan directing it’ll be more than a movie of the week. Take a look at the image and featurette after the jump. “Extraordinary Measures
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- Steve 'Frosty' Weintraub
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Roberts' Brockovich Voted Top Movie Heroine
30 September 2009 5:11 AM, PDT
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Erin Brockovich has been voted the greatest movie heroine of all time.
The single mum lawyer, played by Julia Roberts in the 2000 drama based on a real-life story, fights to gain compensation for victims of contaminated drinking water - and Brockovich has come out as moviegoers' favourite fighting woman.
FBI agent Clarice Starling, played by Jodie Foster in The Silence Of The Lambs, came in second place, with Angelina Jolie's sexy fighter Lara Croft in Tomb Raider voted third.
In fourth place was Ellen Ripley in Alien, portrayed by Sigourney Weaver, while Linda Hamilton's character Sarah Connor in The Terminator rounded out the top five, in a survey of 3,000 Brits.
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Stanley Tucci Goes "Burlesque" with Cher and Christina Aguilera
24 September 2009 2:23 PM, PDT
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This is a movie we've been following closely since May (See Cher Joins Christina Aguilera in Musical "Burlesque" and Christina Aguilera to Star in Titillating Musical "Burlesque"). Why? Because it's being called "Showgirls" the Musical starring Cher and Christina Aguilera.
But I'm sure it's not going to be as campy as "Showgirls" gosh darn it!
Now, Stanley Tucci is joining Cher and Christina Aguilera in the film to be directed by Steve Antin.
Antin also wrote the script which was polished by Susannah Grant ("Erin Brockovich"! See? Not campy).
Aguilera will play an ambitious small town Iowa girl with a big voice who finds love, family and success in a Los Angeles burlesque club. Cher will play Tess, a former dancer who takes the small town girl under her wing. Tucci will star as the manager of the club and the best friend of Tess. And they will all sing and dance!
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Review: Did You Ever See... Erin Brockovich?
18 September 2009 2:08 PM, PDT
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Steven Soderbergh's The Informant is released in the Us this week. Matt Damon plays Mark Whitacre, in the story of a real-life executive at a corn-based food company that went to the FBI to expose the corporation's price-fixing tactics.
This isn't the first Soderbergh film dealing with real individuals. Last year he made the history lesson disguised as film Che Parts One and Two. One of his earliest films saw the author Kafka entering a world where fiction and reality merged. And he has also made a biopic of another whistle-blower. It bagged an Oscar for it's lead actress Julia Roberts, and lost out on the award for best film to Soderbergh's own Traffic. I'll see you on the other side for a look at 2000's Erin Brockovich.
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Aaron Eckhart Talks 'Unconventional' Romance Movie 'Love Happens'
16 September 2009 5:21 AM, PDT
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'Love surprises you,' the actor says of the plot of his new film.
By Larry Carroll
Aaron Eckhart
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Beverly Hills, California — Has there ever been an actor quite like Aaron Eckhart? The guy rose to fame playing one of the greatest jerks in cinematic history for "In the Company of Men" and returned to that territory again for 2005's "Thank You for Smoking," but spent the near-decade in between establishing himself as one of Hollywood's most amicable personalities.
Now, after all these years of surprise successes ("Erin Brockovich") and poorly conceived failures ("The Core," "Paycheck," "The Black Dahlia"), he utilized his unusual duality to great effect playing Harvey "Two-Face" Dent in "The Dark Knight" and has never been hotter. It only makes sense that once again he'd throw us all for a loop with "Love Happens," a Jennifer Aniston romantic film that is far darker than you'd expect.
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