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How Robin Williams dodged death and returned to the stage
21 November 2009 4:07 PM, PST | The Guardian - Film News | See recent The Guardian - Film News news »
After heart surgery and seven years away from the stage, comedian Robin Williams is ready to storm Broadway with his one-man show
It takes some confidence to extend the Broadway run of your one-man show before opening night, especially a few months after undergoing heart surgery. But then Robin Williams has never been short of nerve. His lengthy career is due in equal measure to the fearless nature of his comedy and to the frenetic energy of his performance: he has a reputation as an entertainer that is built as much on his nerve as it is on his nerves.
Now, after seven years away from the stage, a relapse into alcoholism, a divorce and an emergency operation to replace a faulty valve in his chest, Williams is returning to live stand-up. His comeback show, which opens on Monday, is already one of New York's hottest tickets, and then later »
- Vanessa Thorpe
Two New 'Wolfman' Posters, And One Is Even Good
7 November 2009 3:30 AM, PST | GetTheBigPicture.net | See recent Get The Big Picture news »
What to do about The Wolfman? Originally, this was a fantastic idea. Universal was going all the way back to its vaults and reintroducing the monster movies of the 1930s, most of which have stood the test of time. You had Rick Baker doing make-up effects (the created the Oscar in that category for his work on An American Werewolf in London, still unsurpassed), and Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo) lined up to direct Benicio Del Toro, Anthony Hopkins, Emily Blunt, and Hugo Weaving.
Romanek left and was replaced by Joe Johnston (Jurrasic Park III) and then there were grumblings that the visual effects were so bad a fair percentage of them had to be redone. The movie went from April to November to the following February, and that's where we are now: A re-tooled bit of classic monster madness opening on Valentine's Day, already carrying more than its share of dashed expectations. »
- Colin Boyd
New Poster for The Wolfman Starring Benecio Del Toro and Emily Blunt
6 November 2009 1:40 PM, PST | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »
If you need an example of how smart marketing can turn around naysayers on a film, look no further than Joe Johnston’s “The Wolfman”. After the bad buzz generated by the switch in directors from Mark Romanek (”One Hour Photo”) to Joe Johnston (”Hidalgo”) coupled with constant kicks in the release date (the film was first intended to open on November 12, 2008) “The Wolfman” will finally hit theaters on February 12, 2009. Coupled with its most recent and most awesome trailer, “The Wolfman” is back on people’s radars and it’s looking to compete next Valentine’s Day.
The new poster for the film shows just how ballsy the marketing for this film is willing to go. The Wolfman isn’t even in the poster but it’s obvious that Emily Blunt’s character is freaking out and with good reason. She’s in a movie called “The Wolfman.” I think »
- Matt Goldberg
Newer, Hipper ‘Wolfman’ Trailer Hits Web
21 October 2009 12:15 PM, PDT | The Flickcast | See recent The Flickcast news »
If you were debating whether or not you wanted to see Benicio Del Toro in Wolfman because it was too folky and epic, how would you like it if the film was set to a generic rock tune?
Well, Universal Pictures answered your prayers with the newest trailer for Wolfman. It’s got more Benicio, more Wolf, and a Marilyn Manson soundtrack.
The film itself has had quite a tumultuous post-production. Originally, the film was set to have Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo) as director, who later stepped down. Then, the studio met with names like Brett Ratner, Frank Darabont, James Mangold, and Martin Campbell, until finally deciding on Joe Johnston (The Rocketeer).
Once finished, the film bounced around with three separate release dates, two being in 2009, and then finally sticking to a release of February, 2010. It’s on record that January and February is where movies go to die. »
- Sebastian Suchecki
World’s Greatest Dad (2009) Movie Review
9 October 2009 2:59 PM, PDT | Beyond Hollywood | See recent Beyond Hollywood news »
Although it’s definitely not a popular opinion to express in certain circles these days, I am, for the most part, a Robin Williams fan. I appreciate the unbridled madcap energy of his stand-up act, as well as the nuanced, thought-provoking performances he’s given in such underappreciated films as “One Hour Photo,” “The Final Cut,” and Mark Mylod’s off-beat 2005 thriller “The Big White.” I do, however, avoid the talented comedian’s mainstream fare like the proverbial plague; anyone who has bore witness to the cinematic monstrosity that is “Rv” can attest to just how undeniably annoying Williams can be when he really puts his mind to it. Under the right circumstances, he excels at getting on my nerves. Despite my appreciation of Williams’ quieter, more subdued performances, I approached writer/director Bobcat Goldthwait’s 2009 pitch-black comedy “World’s Greatest Dad” with much apprehension. Suffice it to say, I »
- Todd
That Dastardly Henry Fonda! When Good Cowboys Go Bad
28 August 2009 9:01 PM, PDT | amctv.com - Future of Classic: Westerns | See recent amctv.com - Future of Classic: Westerns news »
From Robin Williams playing a psycho in One Hour Photo to Jim Carrey playing, well... a psycho in The Cable Guy, actors have always enjoyed upending expectations with their roles. Home Alone's Macaulay Culkin? Check (The Good Son). E.T. cutie-pie Drew Barrymore? Check (Poison Ivy). But those role reversals are particularly jarring in Westerns, where the line between good and bad is so firmly etched in the sand. Which »
World’s Greatest Dad Review
20 August 2009 5:24 PM, PDT | newsinfilm.com | See recent newsinfilm news »
Bobcat Goldthwait has had an odd career. He started in movies as a wacky character in the Police Academy series, which then slid into bit television roles and voicing a rabbit puppet on “Unhappily Ever After.” Eventually he wound up directing Comedy Central episodes and “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” tapings.
Now Goldthwait is the director of a twisted black comedy leaving the Sundance Film Festival with an indie following and high marks for pushing the norm. World’s Greatest Dad is currently playing on-demand and opens Friday, August 21 in select theaters.
Robin Williams stars as Lance Clayton, a struggling writer and a grimacing father of one terrible teenager. When he isn’t sighing through a nightmarish parenthood, Lance trudges through the hallways of his high school, tries to connect with the dwindling members of the poetry class, and hopes for something more out of a secret faculty relationship way out of his league. »
- Jeff Leins
Benicio Bares Fangs in 'The Wolfman' Trailer
20 August 2009 9:45 AM, PDT | Cinematical | See recent Cinematical news »
By Peter Hall
The Wolfman has had a spot or two of trouble finding its way back to the big screen. First One Hour Photo director Mark Romanek, who got the remake off the ground in the first place, dropped off the project citing creative differences. Joe Johnston stepped in to fill his shoes and it seemed the wait wouldn't be long before we'd all be reveling in Benicio Del Toro's blood-curdling howls at the moon. Then woe-of-woes struck: the dreaded release date shuffle.
Universal Studios had originally carved out November of '08 to unleash The Wolfman. Then late winter/early spring of '09. Now we're stuck wait until February 10, 2010. Universal insisted their trepidation to actually put the creature feature in theaters was not out of a lack of confidence, but a stalwart patience for finalized special effects work. And now that the first trailer for Joe Johnston's »
- Cinematical staff
Joe Johnston’s The Wolfman Trailer Starring Benicio Del Toro
20 August 2009 9:14 AM, PDT | FilmJunk | See recent FilmJunk news »
Universal's re-imagining of the classic monster flick The Wolfman has been in development for few years now, with Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo) originally attached to direct. After Romanek parted ways due to creative differences, Brett Ratner was rumoured to be taking over the project, but in the end Joe Johnston (Jumanji, Jurassic Park III) was named as his replacement. After many delays and a few additional reshoots, a solid release date has finally been set, the first trailer has arrived online! The movie is set in the the late 1880s and stars Benicio Del Toro as Lawrence Talbot, a man who returns to the English village of Blackmore to investigate the disappearance of his brother. When he is attacked by a werewolf, he becomes cursed and finds himself transforming into a beast as well. I like the look of the film and also the period setting, but I am »
- Sean
Wolf Man pics
19 August 2009 3:25 PM, PDT | JoBlo.com | See recent JoBlo news »
After a long time in the kennel, The Wolf Man will finally get off the leash on February 12, 2010. And tomorrow we'll get our first look at Benicio del Toro and his hairy fury when the trailer arrives. But for the moment, here's a bunch of atmospheric snaps from the film and the official synopsis. Joe Johnston (Jumanji, Jurassic Park III) directs, replacing original component Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo). Inspired by the classic Universal film that launched a legacy of horror, The... »
- Dave Davis
'A Shine of Rainbows' Joins Toronto Line Up
17 August 2009 6:29 AM, PDT | IFTN | See recent IFTN news »
Irish/Canadian co-production 'A Shine of Rainbows' beings to seven the number of Irish features to be screened at this years Toronto International Film Festival which runs 10 - 20 September 2009. Directed by Emmy award winning Indian Filmmaker/Dop Vic Sarin (Partition, Cold Comfort), the film stars Irish/American actor Aidan Quinn (32A, Legends of the Fall) and Danish actress Connie Nielson (Gladiator, One Hour Photo). With a budget of approximately €3.5 million, 'A Shine of Rainbows' was produced by Tina Pehme (Sepia Films), Kim Roberts and James Flynn (Octagon). »
The Wolfman Release Delayed (Again)
6 August 2009 4:47 AM, PDT | Reelzchannel.com | See recent ReelzChannel news »
Typically, when a movie studio changes the release date of a movie, it's not necessarily a sign of trouble. Often this is done to take advantage of a holiday or to avoid competing with a movie with a similar target audience. However, when a movie's release is rescheduled twice, rumors start circulating that there are problems with the production. So what does it mean when a movie's release is rescheduled three times like The Wolfman? Well, if there are problems with Universal's The Wolfman, they're not saying.
The Wolfman was initially scheduled for a November 12, 2008 release, but was pushed back to early 2009. When director Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo) left, citing "creative differences," the studio met with a whole host of big-name directors before hiring Joe Johnston (Jumanji). The resultant delay caused the movie's release to be pushed back a second time, to November 6. Now Universal has pushed the release »
- BrentJS Sprecher
"The Wolfman" Moves To February
30 July 2009 3:48 PM, PDT | www.ohmygore.com/ | See recent OhMyGore news »
The remake of "The Wolfman" has its fair share of production problems. Mark Romanek of One Hour Photo was originally slated to helm the feature but dropped due to budget disagreements with Universal (though the film has a reported budget of around $80million). Joe Johnston was brought in as a replacement. The most recent problem has been however, with the release. The movie has been pushed back several times and seemed to have finally stopped with a November 2009 date. Well, Fangoria has word that Universal is punting the film into early 2010. February 12, 2010 to be exact and baring any other movies, Wolfman stands alone. "The Wolfman" is due out February 12, 2010.... »
The Wolfman Pushed Back Yet Again
29 July 2009 9:00 AM, PDT | WorstPreviews.com | See recent Worst Previews news »
Universal Pictures has unveiled their theatrical release calendar, showing that Benicio Del Toro's "The Wolfman" has been pushed back again, this time all the way till next year. During the time we got our first glimpse of Del Toro as the title character, the movie was set to hit theaters on November 14th, 2007. Then Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo) dropped out and Universal began a search for his replacement. Joe Johnston (Hidalgo, Jurassic Park III) was hired and the film was moved back till February 13th, 2009. We then saw a trailer during last year's Comic-Con and the movie was moved back to April 3rd, 2009. Then Universal said that "The Wolfman" will likely be released by the Fall, ending up scheduling the movie for November 6th, 2009. Earlier this month, we heard that the film will be doing extensive re-shoots to make the character walk like a wolf (on four legs »
Yet Another Delay for The Wolf Man
28 July 2009 10:46 PM, PDT | TheMovingPicture.net | See recent TheMovingPicture news »
It’s hard not be worried about the quality of a film after it’s had four delays. Universal Pictures has announced it is moving the reboot of the classic monster franchise The Wolf Man to early next year. The horror film, which stars Benicio Del Toro as the title character, will now be released February 12. Its previous dates were February 13 of this year, April 3 and November 6. Directed by Joe Johnston, the film also stars Anthony Hopkins, Emily Blunt, Art Malik and Hugo Weaving. Andrew Kevin Walker (Se7en) and David Self (Road to Perdition) penned the screenplay. Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo) was originally attached to direct, but left the project after disagreements with the studio over the budget. Despite the change, the studio's theme park still plans to heavily hype the property at its annual Halloween Horror Nights event. Universal also announced the release dates for some 2010 films. The »
- James Cook
Wolf Man shifts again
28 July 2009 3:48 PM, PDT | JoBlo.com | See recent JoBlo news »
Let's say you're a guy who suffers with a curse, and every full moon you uncontrollably transform into a hairy, murderous beast. How much worse could it get? If they're trying to make a movie about you, it could get a lot worse. First, director Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo) abruptly left The Wolf Man shortly before filming, and was replaced by FX guy Joe Johnston (Jumanji, Jurassic Park III). The Universal remake shot in early-mid 2008, and has since been kicked all over the release... »
- Dave Davis
From Page to Screen: 'Never Let Me Go'
27 July 2009 6:15 PM, PDT | Cinematical | See recent Cinematical news »
Never Let Me Go will be Mark Romanek's follow-up to One Hour Photo, the sinister Robin Williams film he directed back in 2002. Romanek, as you may know, is a legendary music video director who has worked with Nine Inch Nails, Michael Jackson, Audioslave and Madonna, among others. You may remember his heartbreaking video for Johnny Cash's cover of "Hurt," which was all but hailed as the second coming. Though One Hour Photo was not Romanek's first feature film - that would be Static, the surreal, low-budget 1986 drama he co-wrote with Keith Gordon - but it was supposed to be the beginning of a distinguished film career.
From 2002 to 2008, Romanek became attached to a number of projects, none of which made it out of development hell. He was meant to direct an adaptation of the Philip Gourevitch non-fiction crime drama A Cold Case starring Tom Hanks, but that has thus far gone nowhere. »
- Eugene Novikov
(500) Days of Summer: A Smart Romantic Comedy
17 July 2009 1:44 PM, PDT | ScreenRant.com | See recent Screen Rant news »
Believe or not there are some people in the world that Haven’T seen Transformers 2. Yes, I know it’s hard to believe - especially with TF2 raking in almost three quarters of a billion dollars worldwide - but it’s true! So what are these people willing watch if not the biggest blockbuster film of the summer? My guess is that they are part of the art house, indie-loving crowd and they were holding off for Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s new film, (500) Days of Summer.
We haven’t covered this film on Screen Rant yet, but better late than never. (500) Days of Summer looks to be a really good mid-summer date film, much like The Proposal last month, but with more subtle humor and insight, rather than the big laughs Green Lantern Deadpool Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock brought to the screen. Today we’ve got the trailer for (500) Days of Summer, »
- Paul Young
Michael Jackson's Star Flames Out at 50
25 June 2009 9:30 PM, PDT | CinemaSpy | See recent CinemaSpy news »
Musical icon Michael Jackson died this past Thursday at the age of 50. The singer, whose albums sold millions of copies worldwide, had a profound influence on pop culture, and worked with some of Hollywood’s top directors in often-groundbreaking music videos.
Jackson, who rose to prominence during the 70’s as part of the popular Motown scene, first appeared on-screen in 1978’s The Wiz, an African-American version of The Wizard of Oz. The film’s director was Sidney Lumet, the director of Dog Day Afternoon and Network.
During the 80’s, his multi-platinum-selling albums "Thriller" and "Bad" were supported by music videos that pushed the genre into feature film territory. John Landis, who made the comedic hits Animal House and The Blues Brothers, and whose An American Werewolf in London is considered a seminal horror classic, directed the spine-tingling "Thriller". The 14-minute music video, which featured dancing zombies, was more like a »
World’s Greatest Dad Trailer Starring Robin Williams
22 June 2009 4:34 PM, PDT | FilmJunk | See recent FilmJunk news »
A couple of weeks ago when the trailer for Disney's Old Dogs [1] hit the web, I noted that Robin Williams really isn't funny anymore. While I've actually kind of liked him in some of the dramatic roles he's taken on as of late (Insomnia, One Hour Photo, The Final Cut), his recent comedies still leave much to be desired. Perhaps World's Greatest Dad can change all that? Written and directed by Bobcat Goldthwait, I remember a lot of people saying that it was both dark and hilarious when it premiered at Sundance earlier this year. Robin Williams plays a high school poetry teacher who dreams of becoming a writer. When faced with a family tragedy, he secretly turns the situation to his benefit. I do worry that this is may be a movie that goes for shock value, playing off the novelty of having actors like Robin Williams and Daryl Sabara »
- Sean
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