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Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Road Chip Gets New Release Date Of Dec. 18
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Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Road Chip is crashing into theaters a little early this Christmas.
Alvin, Simon and Theodore are very pleased to now be opening on December 18th, 2015.
When asked if it concerned them their Road Chip adventure was opening on the same weekend as a certain other giant mega movie, Alvin simply responded, “Do or do not. There is no try.” No one was quite sure what he meant.
In addition to Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Universal Pictures’ Sisters will also debut on December 18.
Through a series of misunderstandings, Alvin, Simon and Theodore come to believe that Dave is going to propose to his new girlfriend in Miami…and dump them. They have three days to get to him and stop the proposal, saving themselves not only from losing Dave but possibly from gaining a terrible stepbrother.
The film stars Jason Lee, Tony Hale, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, »
- Michelle McCue
Tales Of Halloween – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Available On iTunes October 23
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Aleph Records will release the Tales Of Halloween – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack exclusively on iTunes on October 23, 2015.
The film is a horror anthology featuring original music by Joseph Bishara (The Conjuring), Michael Sean Colin (Killjoy Goes To Hell), Christopher Drake (Batman: The Dark Knight Returns video games), Christian Henson (The Devil’S Double), Bobby Johnston (Wristcutters: A Love Story), Jimmy Psycho (The Jimmy Psycho Experiment), Sean Spillane (Jug Face), Edwin Wendler (Unnatural), and Austin Wintory (Dark Summer).
The film features main titles by legendary composer Lalo Schifrin (The Amityville Horror), whose son Ryan Schifrin directed one of the segments.
“This film is our love letter to the holiday of Halloween. And to have a main title from the man that wrote the Academy Award nominated score for The Amityville Horror is setting the bar even higher,” said Ryan. “What makes Tales Of Halloween really special is that you have one »
- Michelle McCue
Jason Blum Talks Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension In New Featurette
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When Paranormal Activity entered the psyche of audiences in 2009, it made people scared of being at home – especially during the middle of the night.
In his The Chicago Sun-Times review, Roger Ebert called it “an ingenious horror film. It’s so well made it’s truly scary.” Paramount Pictures’ hit thriller screened to sold out theaters in its initial opening in cities across the country.
The film was directed, written and edited by Oren Peli and was produced by Jason Blum and Oren Peli. Read our review Here.
With Halloween quickly approaching, Blum says Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension will answer fans questions about the ghost when the final chapter of the popular horror franchise hits theaters on October 23rd.
Screamfest Horror Film Festival, the largest and longest running horror film festival in the U.S., will honor Paranormal Activity director Oren Peli and production company Blumhouse at this year »
- Michelle McCue
Live-Action Stop-Motion Animated Rabbids Film Coming To The Big Screen
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Matthew Senreich, Tom Sheppard and Zeb Wells will team up to write the screenplay for the hybrid live-action / stop-motion animated Rabbids feature film for Ubisoft Motion Pictures and Sony Pictures Entertainment. The film is based on the wacky characters from the popular Rabbids TV series and Ubisoft video games.
Stoopid Buddy Stoodios, the award-winning animation studio founded by Matthew Senreich, Seth Green, John Harvatine IV, and Eric Towner, will be a producing partner on the film, alongside Ubisoft Motion Pictures and Sony Pictures Entertainment
Primetime Emmy® Award winner Matthew Senreich is widely known for bringing “Robot Chicken,” “Robot Chicken: Star Wars” specials, and the upcoming “SuperMansion” to life. Zeb Wells is a Primetime Emmy®-winning writer best known for “Robot Chicken,” the “Robot Chicken DC Comics” specials, Sony Crackle’s “SuperMansion,” among popular comic book titles “Venom: Dark Origin,” “Dark Reign: Elektra” and “Avenging Spider-Man.” Tom Sheppard is a three-time »
- Michelle McCue
Godzilla Vs. Kong Coming To Theaters in 2020; Kong: Skull Island Confirmed For 2017, Godzilla 2 For 2018
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Following Legendary’s and Warner Bros. Pictures’ 2014 success with the global reinvention of the Godzilla franchise, the companies have come together to create an epic, new shared cinematic franchise.
All-powerful monsters become towering heroes for a new generation, revealing a mythology that brings together Godzilla and Legendary’s King Kong in an ecosystem of other giant super-species, both classic and new.
Monarch, the human organization that uncovered Godzilla in the 2014 film, will expand their mission across multiple releases.
The announcement that the reinvention of monsters continues was made today by Legendary CEO, Thomas Tull, and Kevin Tsujihara, Chairman and CEO, Warner Bros. The initial trio of films are 2017’s Kong: Skull Island; Godzilla 2 in 2018; and then Godzilla Vs. Kong, arriving in theaters in 2020.
While Legendary maintains its new home at Universal Pictures, the Godzilla films remain in partnership with Warner Bros., who will now also distribute Kong as a part of this franchise. »
- Michelle McCue
Stephan James, Jason Sudeikis, Jeremy Irons And William Hurt Star In Race Trailer
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Here’s a first look at director Stephen Hopkins’ Race. Based on the incredible true story of Jesse Owens, the legendary athletic superstar whose quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history thrusts him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler’s vision of Aryan supremacy.
The cast includes Stephan James, Jason Sudeikis, Jeremy Irons, Carice van Houten, Shanice Banton and William Hurt.
Focus Features will release the movie on February 19, 2016.
Yahoo! Movies
According to Biography, he captured four gold medals (the 100 meter, the long jump, the 200 meter and the 400-meter relay), and broke two Olympic records along the way. Owens record for the world broad jump would last 25 years until being broken by Olympian Irvin Roberson in 1960.
While Owens helped the U.S. triumph at the games, his return home was not met with the kind of fanfare one might expect. »
- Michelle McCue
Bill Murray Stars In Trailer For Netflix’s A Very Murray Christmas
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This winter, beloved actor and comedian Bill Murray brings an extra-special dose of holiday cheer to Netflix with the premiere of an all-star musically-driven holiday special, A Very Murray Christmas.
Directed by Sofia Coppola (Lost in Translation), Murray co-wrote the special with Coppola and another longtime friend and frequent collaborator, Mitch Glazer (Scrooged, Rock the Kasbah). The assortment of top-notch performers and guest stars includes George Clooney, Chris Rock, Amy Poehler, Jason Schwartzman, Paul Shaffer, Michael Cera, Rashida Jones, Maya Rudolph, Jenny Lewis, Julie White, the band Phoenix, Miley Cyrus, among others.
Check out the teaser below.
Photos: Ali Goldstein/Netflix
“It was sort of something we were just making for ourselves,” Coppola says of the homegrown project, which marks the first time she has worked with Murray since 2003’s Lost in Translation. “It really came out of talking (to Bill and Mitch), and it just seemed fun to get »
- Michelle McCue
Own The Gift On October 27 – Stars Jason Bateman, Rebecca Hall And Joel Edgerton
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Revenge comes in an artfully wrapped package in The Gift, a chilling psychological thriller available on Blu-ray, DVD, Digital HD and on Demand October 27, 2015, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
From Stx Entertainment and Blumhouse Productions (Whiplash, The Purge) The Gift is a suspenseful and thrilling morality tale that earned a “Certified Fresh” seal on Rotten Tomatoes with a remarkable score of 93%.
The Blu-ray and DVD are packed with chilling bonus features including a riveting alternate ending, deleted scenes, feature commentary with writer and director Joel Edgerton, and more.
The Gift asks the question, “Can you really go through life having never wronged anyone?” Simon (Jason Bateman) and Robyn (Rebecca Hall) are a young married couple whose life is going as planned until a chance run-in with Simon’s high-school acquaintance sends their world into a narrowing tailspin. At first Simon doesn’t recognize Gordo (Joel Edgerton), but after a series »
- Michelle McCue
Tom Hiddleston And Elizabeth Olsen Featured In New I Saw The Light Photos
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Sony Pictures Classics has released brand new photos featuring some of Lahly Poore-Ericson’s amazing costumes from I Saw The Light.
Her costume design credits include The Homesman, 50 to 1, Doc West, Spoken Word, First Snow and Save Me.
Written and directed by Marc Abraham, I Saw The Light is based on Colin Escott’s award-winning biography of Hank Williams and stars Tom Hiddleston, Elizabeth Olsen, Bradley Whitford, David Krumholtz and Cherry Jones.
Of star Tom Hiddleston, who actually sings every note in the film, Abraham says, “He’s an amazing actor and truly I cannot imagine anyone, anywhere more dedicated.”
The film screened at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival. Hiddleston’s “performance is magnificent,” says Chris Bumbray (JoBlo.com). Read the full review here.
I Saw The Light tells the story of the iconic, tormented singer-songwriter Hank Williams who revolutionized country music with his raw charisma, haunting voice and original songs, »
- Michelle McCue
Today Is “Holy Grail Day”! Watch The Academy’s Tribute To Monty Python And The Holy Grail
21 hours ago
“It is I, Arthur, son of Uther Pendragon, from the castle of Camelot. King of the Britons, defeater of the Saxons, Sovereign of all England!”
Calling all King of the Britons. Grab up your shrubberies because October 14 is “Holy Grail Day”!
Get your costumes and singing voices ready for an epic sing-a-long. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Monty Python And The Holy Grail there are screenings being held around the world.
For information on these screenings in the U.S. visit here.
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences takes a look back at the 1975 film in the newest Academy Originals episode this week called “The Moments That Changed The Movies: Monty Python and the Holy Grail.”
It tells the story of how the game-changing British historical farce came to be made, as well as the comedy and comedians it influenced in the decades since its release »
- Michelle McCue
Chilean Miners Reunite For Fifth Anniversary Screening Of The 33
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©2015 Alcon Entertainment, LLC Photo Credit: Courtesy of Warner Bros.
The Chilean miners – whose miraculous rescue from a collapsed mine five years ago today captivated more than a billion people around the world – reunited in Rome on Tuesday to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the day they emerged from the mine.
In the Eternal City, the miners were applauded at a special anniversary screening of Alcon Entertainment’s and Warner Bros. Pictures’ inspiring drama The 33, where they were joined by director Patricia Riggen and producer Mike Medavoy.
The film not only reveals the remarkable story of their survival against the odds but of the families, whose unwavering faith and support was instrumental in the rescue, and of the international team of rescuers, who would not give up until they brought the miners home.
The 33 opens nationwide in Us theaters on November 13, 2015, exactly one month after the five-year anniversary of the rescue. »
- Michelle McCue
Giveaway – Win A Copy Of Jurassic World
23 hours ago
Wamg is giving away copies of Jurassic World to five lucky readers.
Shattering records globally, Jurassic World crushed the opening-weekend box-office, scoring the highest domestic, international and worldwide openings of all time. The film has taken in more than $1.6 billion globally to become the third-highest grossing film in history.
Now fans can experience the thrill and awe when Jurassic World arrives on Digital HD on October 1, 2015 and on 3-D Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand on October 20, 2015, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
More than two decades since Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park was released, fans of the original films and new moviegoers alike can witness the story come full circle as the park that was only a promise comes to life.
Now, 22 years later, an even bigger and enormously popular attraction has risen on Isla Nubar: Jurassic World. To keep attendance high, the park operators introduce a new, genetically modified hybrid creature called Indominus Rex. »
- Movie Geeks
Paul Dano, Elizabeth Banks And Brian Wilson Celebrate The Music And DVD Release Of Love & Mercy
13 October 2015 1:53 PM, PDT
Love & Mercy is one of the best films of 2015. The wonderful film, available on Blu-ray and DVD, features fantastic performances and an impressive score from composer Atticus Ross.
To celebrate the music and DVD release of the film, Brian Wilson performed on Monday night at Vibrato Jazz Grill in Beverly Hills for an intimate crowd where he and his wife, Melinda Wilson, were joined by actors Paul Dano and Elizabeth Banks, who portrayed them in director Bill Pohlad’s musical biopic.
They were joined by about 150 guests consisting of members of the Academy, industry insiders, friends, family members and press.
Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Walk) and producer Bonnie Arnold were there for the celebration.
Wilson performed an eleven-song set, including his original song from Love & Mercy as well as Beach Boys favorites “California Girls” and “Good Vibrations”, and was joined on stage by Paul Dano with the actor singing “You Still Believe in Me. »
- Michelle McCue
Natalie Dormer Featured On New Poster For Horror Film The Forest
13 October 2015 1:13 PM, PDT
Get ready to enter The Forest in this creepy poster and trailer starring Natalie Dormer.
Rising with terrifying grandeur at the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan, the legendary real-life Aokigahara Forest is the suspense-filled setting of the supernatural thriller.
A young American woman, Sara (Natalie Dormer of “Game of Thrones” and “The Hunger Games”), journeys there in search of her twin sister, who has mysteriously disappeared. In the company of expatriate Aiden (Taylor Kinney of “Chicago Fire”), Sara enters the forest having been well warned to “stay on the path.”
Determined to discover the truth about her sister’s fate, Sara will have to face the angry and tormented souls of the dead that prey on anyone who dares come near them. These malevolent spirits lying in wait for Sara at every turn will plunge her into a frightening darkness from which she must fight to save herself.
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- Michelle McCue
Ted 2 Coming To Blu-ray On December 15, 2015
13 October 2015 12:41 PM, PDT
Just when you thought it couldn’t get any more outrageous, Ted and his Bff are back in the hilarious, boundary-busting buddy comedy, Ted 2, coming to Digital HD on November 24, 2015, and Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, DVD and On Demand on December 15, 2015, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
The follow up to Ted, the highest-grossing original R-rated comedy of all time, Ted 2 features more of the hysterically raunchy banter that has made writer-director-actor Seth MacFarlane an entertainment world powerhouse—as well as a touching story of brotherly love. Both the Blu-ray and DVD include an Unrated extended edition that features never-before-seen footage that was too rude for the cinema, but makes this year’s most outrageous comedy the perfect gift for fans of this very adult spin on a childhood icon.
“Funnier, wilder and even more naughty than the first movie!” according to Bill Zwecker, Wfld-tv (Fox), Ted 2 »
- Michelle McCue
Ticket Giveaway – B&B Theatres Wildwood 10 Retro Night Celebrates Back To The Future Parts 1 And 2
13 October 2015 12:27 PM, PDT
In 1985 Director Robert Zemeckis, Executive Producer Steven Spielberg and Producer/Screenwriter Bob Gale embarked on a three-part journey through time that broke box office records worldwide and catapulted Back to the Future into one of the most beloved trilogies in motion picture history.
In 1989, the filmmakers gave us a glimpse of the future in Back To The Future Part II as Marty McFly and Doc Brown traveled to 2015…or, if our calculations are correct, October 21, 2015, to be exact. “The Future” has finally arrived.
To celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime date, B&B Theatres Wildwood 10 is hosting a Retro Night on Wednesday, October 21 (the day that Marty goes into the future).
They will be screening Back To The Future I at 5:30pm and Back To The Future II at 7:30pm for $10.
Wamg is giving away free pass vouchers so you can see Both Movies!
Answer the following:
In BTTF2, Doc shows »
- Movie Geeks
Stephan James Is Olympian Jesse Owens In Race Movie Teaser
13 October 2015 12:10 PM, PDT
In 1936, Jesse Owens won four gold medals at the Berlin Olympic Games. His long jump world record stood for 25 years.
Now comes the new film Race.
Based on the incredible true story of Jesse Owens, the legendary athletic superstar whose quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history thrusts him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler’s vision of Aryan supremacy.
Check out this preview for the upcoming film and watch the full-length trailer over on Yahoo! Movies on Wednesday, October 14th at 10Am pst.
Race is an enthralling film about courage, determination, tolerance, and friendship, and an inspiring drama about one man’s fight to become an Olympic legend. It was the African-American participants who helped cement America’s success at the Olympic Games. In all, the United States won 11 gold medals, six of them by black athletes. »
- Michelle McCue
Halloween III: Season Of The Witch Midnights This Weekend at The Hi-Pointe
12 October 2015 9:22 PM, PDT
“It’s almost time, kids. The clock is ticking. Be in front of your TV sets for the Horrorthon, followed by the Big Giveaway. Don’t miss it. And don’t forget to wear your masks. The clock is ticking. It’s almost time!”
Halloween III: Season Of The Witch screens midnights this Friday and Saturday Night (October 16th and 17th) at the newly-refurbished The Hi-Pointe Theater (1005 McCausland Ave, St. Louis) as part of Destroy the Brain’s monthly Late Night Grindhouse
Critically panned and loathed by John Carpenter fans who were expecting another chapter in the saga of Laurie Strode vs. Michael Myers, Halloween III: Season Of The Witch (1982) was actually an attempt by Carpenter and partner Debra Hill to break out of the “Saga of the Shape” story and make the “Halloween” series a franchise that dealt with horror on October 31. It failed as a project, but what »
- Tom Stockman
Disney’s Aladdin on Blu-ray October 13th
12 October 2015 8:48 PM, PDT
“Oi! Ten thousand years will give you such a crick in the neck!”
Now is your chance to experience Disney’s beloved masterpiece Aladdin, a timeless adventure for the whole family that will make your heart race and your spirit soar. Enjoy this magic carpet ride of non-stop comedy on Digital HD and Dma September 29th and on Blu-ray Combo Pack October 13th. You won’t want to miss out hearing Academy Award®-winning music (1992: Best Music, Original Song, “A Whole New World,” Original Score) for the first time on Blu-ray and Digital HD. And now Aladdin shines even brighter with never-before-seen tributes to the enchanting talent of Robin Williams, the “Genius behind the Genie”.
Read the We Are Movie Geeks interview with Brad Kane, the singing voice of Aladdin Here
http://www.wearemoviegeeks.com/2015/10/wamg-interview-brad-kane-singing-voice-disneys-aladdin/
See our pics from the La screening Here.
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- Tom Stockman
Monty Python And The Holy Grail Midnights This Weekend at The Tivoli
12 October 2015 8:32 PM, PDT
Monty Python And The Holy Grail Midnights This Weekend (October 16th and 17th) at The Tivoli Theater (6350 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis 63130) as part of the Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight Series
“We’re knights of the Round Table, we dance whene’er we’re able. We do routines and chorus scenes with footwork impec-cable, We dine well here in Camelot, we eat ham and jam and Spam a lot.” This toe-tapping, musical interlude is just one example of the genius that is found in Monty Python And The Holy Grail. It’s the medieval send-up of Arthur “King of the Britons,” along with his Knights of the Round Table, quest for the Holy Grail. All the knights run into various perils such as the Knights Who Say “Ni!,” the 3-headed giant, and Tim the Enchanter. The heroes are lured to the Castle Anthrax by a faux grail beacon, followed »
- Tom Stockman
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