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TV Wasteland: CBS Knows Best, or Do They? - Aug 25, 2008 - 10:59am
Yeah, bad idea all around. Aside from character development, the pilot episode was supposed to be the introductory chapter to this series. Tossing it aside for a future episode seems...odd. Not a deal-breaker for the show, necessarily, but certainly a lack of faith from the studio. (And Fox still hasn't learned, as they haven't yet rebooted Firefly.) Too bad. It's nice see Rufus Sewell working again.
Yeah, bad idea all around. Aside from character development, the pilot episode was supposed to be the introductory chapter to this series. Tossing it aside for a future episode seems...odd. Not a deal-breaker for the show, necessarily, but certainly a lack of faith from the studio. (And Fox still hasn't learned, as they haven't yet rebooted Firefly.) Too bad. It's nice see Rufus Sewell working again.
Comicscape: Robert Kirkman Calls You Out - Aug 21, 2008 - 01:04pm
I don't know, Wiseguy. I don't think he's saying Marvel and DC can't have books aimed at adults. I think Kirkman believes they should also try to get more things out there like Runaways. I mostly agree with him. I can definitely see the wisdom in being able to creatively control your own characters. (I'm curious as to how Vertigo and Wildstorm fit into all this. Would an artist retain more, not so much control, but investment, creating a character for them? I just don't know.) But people like Kirkman, Mignola, hell, even MacFarlane and Lee, will be much more comfortable than whoever's grinding out the next arc of Ultimate Mary Jane, and probably have a better chance at doing what they want. Bendis seems to be working on his own retirement plan at Marvel by how many crossovers he can manage. That said, I disagree that some of the big names working at Marvel/DC arcs will fade. And I don't see anything wrong with them doing stuff for the bigger presses. Whenever I think of X-Men now, I'll always think of Jim Lee/Chris Claremont AND later Grant Morrison. Whenever I think of Daredevil, I'll think of Bendis as much as I would Miller or even Smith. And Hellblazer...well, Mike Carey (among others). They'll certainly make longer lasting impressions on my mind than Shadowhawk, Pitt, or any of the other hordes of Image comics that hit the stands in the 90s and fizzled.
I don't know, Wiseguy. I don't think he's saying Marvel and DC can't have books aimed at adults. I think Kirkman believes they should also try to get more things out there like Runaways. I mostly agree with him. I can definitely see the wisdom in being able to creatively control your own characters. (I'm curious as to how Vertigo and Wildstorm fit into all this. Would an artist retain more, not so much control, but investment, creating a character for them? I just don't know.) But people like Kirkman, Mignola, hell, even MacFarlane and Lee, will be much more comfortable than whoever's grinding out the next arc of Ultimate Mary Jane, and probably have a better chance at doing what they want. Bendis seems to be working on his own retirement plan at Marvel by how many crossovers he can manage. That said, I disagree that some of the big names working at Marvel/DC arcs will fade. And I don't see anything wrong with them doing stuff for the bigger presses. Whenever I think of X-Men now, I'll always think of Jim Lee/Chris Claremont AND later Grant Morrison. Whenever I think of Daredevil, I'll think of Bendis as much as I would Miller or even Smith. And Hellblazer...well, Mike Carey (among others). They'll certainly make longer lasting impressions on my mind than Shadowhawk, Pitt, or any of the other hordes of Image comics that hit the stands in the 90s and fizzled.
First Photo for THE ROAD Online - Aug 07, 2008 - 10:06am
Dazzler, it's nothing at all like Postman. Wow, that picture has me really excited. I hope they can pull this one off.
Dazzler, it's nothing at all like Postman. Wow, that picture has me really excited. I hope they can pull this one off.
Comicscape: The Dreaded Comic-Con Recap - Jul 30, 2008 - 01:34pm
FWIW, I believe Gaiman's 1602 was pencilled by Andy Kubert, not Adam. So this is a new pairing. Normally, I'd be very skeptical about the "BIG HAPPENING" in the Batman universe but I agree, so many great writers. That said... Regarding #2, I refuse to get too excited, as WildC.A.T.s rebooted with a great new writer and then the second issue never happened. Still waiting on that one Jim and Grant :) The Pixar thing is incredibly brilliant and could really bring kids back to comics. Very, very cool. And I cannot wait to see Wolverine now.
FWIW, I believe Gaiman's 1602 was pencilled by Andy Kubert, not Adam. So this is a new pairing. Normally, I'd be very skeptical about the "BIG HAPPENING" in the Batman universe but I agree, so many great writers. That said... Regarding #2, I refuse to get too excited, as WildC.A.T.s rebooted with a great new writer and then the second issue never happened. Still waiting on that one Jim and Grant :) The Pixar thing is incredibly brilliant and could really bring kids back to comics. Very, very cool. And I cannot wait to see Wolverine now.
THE X-FILES: I WANT TO BELIEVE - Jul 29, 2008 - 09:28am
Alright, I know I'm coming back to this a bit late, but I saw this Sunday night and really enjoyed it. Perhaps because reviews like this predisposed me to think it might be something terrible, which it wasn't. It *was* like watching a pretty good 2 hour X-Files episode and didn't feel as cinematic as a movie might. It was certainly better than the Series Finale, but that's not saying much. It also wasn't a "horror" movie which early word from Carter led me to believe it would be. Still, I was satisfied. It was a small little film that worked well and the writing was competent. Fox Mulder is stilly Spooky and Dana Scully continues to struggle with her faith. Good stuff all around. I wish it had done better, because despite being made for only $30 million, it seems we might never get another one. But this was a better way to go out than the craptastic series finale, that's for sure. If you dug the show, you might want to give this a chance.
Alright, I know I'm coming back to this a bit late, but I saw this Sunday night and really enjoyed it. Perhaps because reviews like this predisposed me to think it might be something terrible, which it wasn't. It *was* like watching a pretty good 2 hour X-Files episode and didn't feel as cinematic as a movie might. It was certainly better than the Series Finale, but that's not saying much. It also wasn't a "horror" movie which early word from Carter led me to believe it would be. Still, I was satisfied. It was a small little film that worked well and the writing was competent. Fox Mulder is stilly Spooky and Dana Scully continues to struggle with her faith. Good stuff all around. I wish it had done better, because despite being made for only $30 million, it seems we might never get another one. But this was a better way to go out than the craptastic series finale, that's for sure. If you dug the show, you might want to give this a chance.
Phillip Noyce Remaking CAPTAIN BLOOD - Jul 24, 2008 - 11:10am
I've seen the original and read the book. While their both classics, much was left out of the original novel that could be put into this adapataion remake. And I think updating it in general with effects, acting, choreography could make it pretty kick ass. All in all, I'm pretty damn excited about this!
I've seen the original and read the book. While their both classics, much was left out of the original novel that could be put into this adapataion remake. And I think updating it in general with effects, acting, choreography could make it pretty kick ass. All in all, I'm pretty damn excited about this!
THE X-FILES: I WANT TO BELIEVE - Jul 24, 2008 - 08:26am
I'm sorry to hear this, hope it's not representative of the movie actually. I'm still planning on seeing this this weekend, because I want to see more X-Files, but this is the second poor review of the film I've read (2 out of 2, which doesn't bode well). But I want to believe.
I'm sorry to hear this, hope it's not representative of the movie actually. I'm still planning on seeing this this weekend, because I want to see more X-Files, but this is the second poor review of the film I've read (2 out of 2, which doesn't bode well). But I want to believe.
MANIA EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: D.B. SWEENEY - Jul 17, 2008 - 05:35pm
Okay, WTF? I did some research. Two Tickets to Paradise came out TWO YEARS AGO. Seriously, what gives? I can, apparently, grab it from Netflix. Are you guys THAT bad at research?
Okay, WTF? I did some research. Two Tickets to Paradise came out TWO YEARS AGO. Seriously, what gives? I can, apparently, grab it from Netflix. Are you guys THAT bad at research?
Comicscape: Delving into Dead Souls - Jul 16, 2008 - 10:28am
Kurt, HUGE congratulations on your first comic. I'll definitely be pre-ordering a copy! Thanks for the bang-up job week-after-week with Comicscape, even though it's been a while since I've posted comments here, I always enjoy checking out what you have to say.
Kurt, HUGE congratulations on your first comic. I'll definitely be pre-ordering a copy! Thanks for the bang-up job week-after-week with Comicscape, even though it's been a while since I've posted comments here, I always enjoy checking out what you have to say.
MANIA EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: D.B. SWEENEY - Jul 16, 2008 - 10:24am
I always dug him as Pinnochio in Harsh Realm -- I thought he was really entertaining in that show. Hadn't heard of this movie before but I'm pretty curious, now.
I always dug him as Pinnochio in Harsh Realm -- I thought he was really entertaining in that show. Hadn't heard of this movie before but I'm pretty curious, now.
TV Wasteland: Three Essential Podcasts for Three Essential Shows/Movies - Jul 01, 2008 - 01:28pm
Dazz, here's the link to the Official Lost Podacst: http://abc.go.com/primetime/lost/index?pn=podcast#t=3421 Yeah, links would've been helpful. Pretty much all these podcasts are the official ones, right? I really dig the fan ones more, half the time. It's funny to hear other theories people come oup with. If you dig Lost, I recommend tuning into the Jay and Jack Lost podcast when the season comes back on. (They're doing their off-season thing right now, which I haven't really listened to.) Their link is here: http://www.jayandjack.com/
Dazz, here's the link to the Official Lost Podacst: http://abc.go.com/primetime/lost/index?pn=podcast#t=3421 Yeah, links would've been helpful. Pretty much all these podcasts are the official ones, right? I really dig the fan ones more, half the time. It's funny to hear other theories people come oup with. If you dig Lost, I recommend tuning into the Jay and Jack Lost podcast when the season comes back on. (They're doing their off-season thing right now, which I haven't really listened to.) Their link is here: http://www.jayandjack.com/
Universal & Millar Plans for WANTED 2 - Jun 24, 2008 - 01:53pm
I read the comic book. It had it's moments, that's for sure, and could have been GREAT but it lost a lot of my interest when it veered into gangwar territory. The movie looks completely different but could be fun. Others who have read the comic, though, a question: WTF is so great about the last page? It came off as pretentious at best, and juvenile at worst (especially the further away I am from it).
I read the comic book. It had it's moments, that's for sure, and could have been GREAT but it lost a lot of my interest when it veered into gangwar territory. The movie looks completely different but could be fun. Others who have read the comic, though, a question: WTF is so great about the last page? It came off as pretentious at best, and juvenile at worst (especially the further away I am from it).
Kilmer Leads Four in Streets of BLOOD - Apr 21, 2008 - 02:32pm
KITT? Are you guys kidding me? That's not a career. It's a gig. He needs to be doing something else, big screen or small screen.
KITT? Are you guys kidding me? That's not a career. It's a gig. He needs to be doing something else, big screen or small screen.
Columbia likes IRON JACK - Apr 18, 2008 - 11:43am
I find myself in complete agreement with Ponyboy. It sounds as much like Dan Brown as it does Indiana Jones.
I find myself in complete agreement with Ponyboy. It sounds as much like Dan Brown as it does Indiana Jones.
Kilmer Leads Four in Streets of BLOOD - Apr 18, 2008 - 11:41am
He does need to start doing TV. He could be the next Kiefer Sutherland. I think the movie could be very good, actually. K-Ville was crap because of the way it was executed and it was written with an utter lack of respect to the victims of Katrina, not because there isn't good content to work with.
He does need to start doing TV. He could be the next Kiefer Sutherland. I think the movie could be very good, actually. K-Ville was crap because of the way it was executed and it was written with an utter lack of respect to the victims of Katrina, not because there isn't good content to work with.
Michael Stahl-David Responds to CLOVERFIELD 2 - Apr 18, 2008 - 11:39am
A Michael Moore-type "documentary" as the basis of Cloverfield 2 could be very amusing, now that you mention it.
A Michael Moore-type "documentary" as the basis of Cloverfield 2 could be very amusing, now that you mention it.
WB Grabs Simmons' HYPERION - Apr 03, 2008 - 11:03am
Yeah, I'm also skeptical about the two novels in one movie format. Did they read the same books? Actually, I think it might work better as a TV Series -- kind of like Lost.
Yeah, I'm also skeptical about the two novels in one movie format. Did they read the same books? Actually, I think it might work better as a TV Series -- kind of like Lost.
McConaughey Is the New MAGNUM P.I? - Apr 03, 2008 - 10:31am
McConaughey as Magnum -- eh, not my first choice but whatever. BUT WTF?!?!?! THE DODGEBALL GUY'S GOING TO DIRECT THIS!!! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They already totally fucked up Starsky and Hutch. And now they've aimed at Magnum. Please say this isn't going to be a spoof.
McConaughey as Magnum -- eh, not my first choice but whatever. BUT WTF?!?!?! THE DODGEBALL GUY'S GOING TO DIRECT THIS!!! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They already totally fucked up Starsky and Hutch. And now they've aimed at Magnum. Please say this isn't going to be a spoof.
Running the Property Dispute Gauntlet - Mar 31, 2008 - 03:39pm
SF author Tobias Buckell, who's debut novel Crystal Rain was supposed to be adapted by the Dabel Bros., posted on his blog why the adaptation never happened. http://www.tobiasbuckell.com/2008/01/09/crystal-rain-comic-book-falls-through/ Honestly, among other things, I think the Dabel Brothers are not very good businessmen.
SF author Tobias Buckell, who's debut novel Crystal Rain was supposed to be adapted by the Dabel Bros., posted on his blog why the adaptation never happened. http://www.tobiasbuckell.com/2008/01/09/crystal-rain-comic-book-falls-through/ Honestly, among other things, I think the Dabel Brothers are not very good businessmen.
Jackman & Guggenheim Create NOWHERE MAN - Mar 25, 2008 - 11:51am
Aw, I was also hoping this pertained to the TV show. Too bad, because I think that show would've been an excellent movie. (Then again, maybe its serialized concept was just ahead of its time.)
Aw, I was also hoping this pertained to the TV show. Too bad, because I think that show would've been an excellent movie. (Then again, maybe its serialized concept was just ahead of its time.)
WIZARD'S First Rule Cleared for Raimi - Mar 17, 2008 - 03:09pm
The first book was enjoyable and amusing. They really went downhill after that (I read four of them, I think). However, they could probably take 22 episodes to do the first book. And honestly, I think they could do this in a fun way on network tv. Occasionally, the books tried to be edgier than they ever could be, but that just made them silly.
The first book was enjoyable and amusing. They really went downhill after that (I read four of them, I think). However, they could probably take 22 episodes to do the first book. And honestly, I think they could do this in a fun way on network tv. Occasionally, the books tried to be edgier than they ever could be, but that just made them silly.
First HULK Teaser Trailer Online - Mar 13, 2008 - 10:38am
The story and Norton look surprisingly good. The CGI looks like crap to me. Actually, I'm a bit surprised by how much of the rest of it I did like...
The story and Norton look surprisingly good. The CGI looks like crap to me. Actually, I'm a bit surprised by how much of the rest of it I did like...
Watching the Watchmen - Mar 12, 2008 - 11:32am
I don't think the superhero movie is in any more danger of dying than the Western. As Kurt alluded, if the next crop of comic book movies suck, then we might hit a BIG dry spell. But with the Dark Knight, Hellboy 2, Iron Man, and Wolverine coming (hopefully, Incredible Hulk will be cool, too), I don't think that will happen if Watchmen tanks. Even if superhero movies do hit a dry spell, there's enough up and coming film geeks who will look back to Spider-man 2, X2, Batman Begins, even Burton's Batman, and say -- remember when superhero movies were cool? We can do that again. And film studios, like comic book studios, will always be competitive, trying to show their opponents "how it's done right." So, yeah, I don't think superhero/comic book movies are going anywhere. Still, a good read as always, Kurt, even if I don't agree with you this time.
I don't think the superhero movie is in any more danger of dying than the Western. As Kurt alluded, if the next crop of comic book movies suck, then we might hit a BIG dry spell. But with the Dark Knight, Hellboy 2, Iron Man, and Wolverine coming (hopefully, Incredible Hulk will be cool, too), I don't think that will happen if Watchmen tanks. Even if superhero movies do hit a dry spell, there's enough up and coming film geeks who will look back to Spider-man 2, X2, Batman Begins, even Burton's Batman, and say -- remember when superhero movies were cool? We can do that again. And film studios, like comic book studios, will always be competitive, trying to show their opponents "how it's done right." So, yeah, I don't think superhero/comic book movies are going anywhere. Still, a good read as always, Kurt, even if I don't agree with you this time.
Gleeson Enters Greengrass' GREEN ZONE - Mar 12, 2008 - 10:55am
Great cast. Brendan Gleeson's always interesting to watch.
Great cast. Brendan Gleeson's always interesting to watch.
Don't Believe the Hype - Mar 06, 2008 - 01:34pm
I thought House of M was kind of fun, although I somehow missed most of the hype. Civil War started great and then just ended. Blah. Actually, I think the biggest problems with these stories are that they don't really end. When they're conceived they have that "IT WILL CHANGE EVERYTHING FOREVER!" stamp on it, and it's supposed to roll over into all continuity. So instead of ending, the arcs (and I'm think of Civil War and House of M, specifically) are really only beginnings, and very, very frustrating beginnings at that. If the stories were written to some kind of end, I think the end product might be a better one. It'd certainly make for a better story. I'm in agreement that Bendis' Daredevil run was one of the best ever. It completely sucks that it's being retconned as we speak. That said, Bendis writes some crap, too. I also read about 20-or-so issues of the New Avengers, and I think Bendis just fails when he tries to focus on a lot of characters instead of one. (The issues focusing on the solo avengers before Civil War happened, IMO, were the best.) Speaking of ret-conning, I have a similiar problem with Whedon. Although his Astonishing X-Men was entertaining, it largely returned to status-quo a lot of the cool that Grant Morrison had done with it. I like Whedon, but I like Morrison's take on the X-Men about a million times more.
I thought House of M was kind of fun, although I somehow missed most of the hype. Civil War started great and then just ended. Blah. Actually, I think the biggest problems with these stories are that they don't really end. When they're conceived they have that "IT WILL CHANGE EVERYTHING FOREVER!" stamp on it, and it's supposed to roll over into all continuity. So instead of ending, the arcs (and I'm think of Civil War and House of M, specifically) are really only beginnings, and very, very frustrating beginnings at that. If the stories were written to some kind of end, I think the end product might be a better one. It'd certainly make for a better story. I'm in agreement that Bendis' Daredevil run was one of the best ever. It completely sucks that it's being retconned as we speak. That said, Bendis writes some crap, too. I also read about 20-or-so issues of the New Avengers, and I think Bendis just fails when he tries to focus on a lot of characters instead of one. (The issues focusing on the solo avengers before Civil War happened, IMO, were the best.) Speaking of ret-conning, I have a similiar problem with Whedon. Although his Astonishing X-Men was entertaining, it largely returned to status-quo a lot of the cool that Grant Morrison had done with it. I like Whedon, but I like Morrison's take on the X-Men about a million times more.
First look of Liev Schreiber As CREED - Mar 04, 2008 - 02:14pm
I've said it before and I'll say it again: the way people bitch about this movie reminds me A LOT of the way people bitched about Singer's first X-Men outing. "Ian MacKellan's not built enough to be Magneto!" "The guy who's playing Wolverine is such a pretty boy!" "Halle Berry's wig looks like crap." (Okay, you did have a point with that last one.) Schrieber looks good as Creed -- he looks to be in roughly the same shape Jackman's in. The photography can be unflattering, but that's because it's not trying to be flattering. It's trying to capture some pictures. I'm reserving judgment on this 'til I see a trailer, and even then, only somewhat, because I want to see this sucker and I've got a lot of faith in the director, the screenwriter, and Jackman.
I've said it before and I'll say it again: the way people bitch about this movie reminds me A LOT of the way people bitched about Singer's first X-Men outing. "Ian MacKellan's not built enough to be Magneto!" "The guy who's playing Wolverine is such a pretty boy!" "Halle Berry's wig looks like crap." (Okay, you did have a point with that last one.) Schrieber looks good as Creed -- he looks to be in roughly the same shape Jackman's in. The photography can be unflattering, but that's because it's not trying to be flattering. It's trying to capture some pictures. I'm reserving judgment on this 'til I see a trailer, and even then, only somewhat, because I want to see this sucker and I've got a lot of faith in the director, the screenwriter, and Jackman.
Rose Byrne Opposite Cage in KNOWING - Mar 04, 2008 - 10:37am
That's a lot of screenwriters. I do like Proyas and Rose Bryne, though. Nic Cage is okay, but I'm kinda burned out on him. Still, hopefully Proyas can do something cool.
That's a lot of screenwriters. I do like Proyas and Rose Bryne, though. Nic Cage is okay, but I'm kinda burned out on him. Still, hopefully Proyas can do something cool.
Altered Carbon - Mar 03, 2008 - 11:17am
Altered Carbon was really kickass. I liked the sequel, too, although I've yet to read the third book. Not that I'd pay $50 for it. But it was a very good read. Richard Morgan is also a really nice guy. He was at ComicCon a couple of years ago and did a reading and Q&A.
Altered Carbon was really kickass. I liked the sequel, too, although I've yet to read the third book. Not that I'd pay $50 for it. But it was a very good read. Richard Morgan is also a really nice guy. He was at ComicCon a couple of years ago and did a reading and Q&A.
David Fincher Helming Burns' BLACK HOLE - Feb 21, 2008 - 10:39am
It's probably worth mentioning that Neil Gaiman and Roger Avary wrote the script for this. So yes, the three of them involved with Pitt's production company -- very interesting.
It's probably worth mentioning that Neil Gaiman and Roger Avary wrote the script for this. So yes, the three of them involved with Pitt's production company -- very interesting.
Good-Bye, American Virgin - Feb 20, 2008 - 11:52am
Thanks for the story on American Virgin, Kurt. It does sound pretty interesting. I'll see if I can find it in the trades. Really sucks to hear a good book got cancelled so early.
Thanks for the story on American Virgin, Kurt. It does sound pretty interesting. I'll see if I can find it in the trades. Really sucks to hear a good book got cancelled so early.
JUMPER - Feb 14, 2008 - 10:47am
Not sure I'd call it a trilogy, not in the sense we generally think of. I haven't read the sequels yet, but I know that there is a second book called Reflex. The third book, Griffin's Story (also written by the author of the first two books) follows Jamie Bell's character in a world that ties into the film more than the original books did. (Actually, Griffin was NOT in the original novel.)
Not sure I'd call it a trilogy, not in the sense we generally think of. I haven't read the sequels yet, but I know that there is a second book called Reflex. The third book, Griffin's Story (also written by the author of the first two books) follows Jamie Bell's character in a world that ties into the film more than the original books did. (Actually, Griffin was NOT in the original novel.)
JUMPER - Feb 14, 2008 - 10:44am
The book was excellent (yeah, published about 10 years prior to Heroes, wasradone). The movie looks a bit different, but it also looks very cinematic. Sam Jackson, Billy Eliott, and Anakin Skywalker can't all be wrong.
The book was excellent (yeah, published about 10 years prior to Heroes, wasradone). The movie looks a bit different, but it also looks very cinematic. Sam Jackson, Billy Eliott, and Anakin Skywalker can't all be wrong.
Klingons, Super Models & Conan, Oh My! - Feb 08, 2008 - 02:53pm
I love the idea of this as a weekly column, Jarrod. You guys watched Enterprise? You poor bastards :)
I love the idea of this as a weekly column, Jarrod. You guys watched Enterprise? You poor bastards :)
WOLVERINE Shooting in Fangorn Forest? - Feb 07, 2008 - 06:28pm
While I generally agree with Filch (no spandex, please -- only jeans, wife-beater, and a cowboy hat), I would definitely be down with a Weapon X outfit.
While I generally agree with Filch (no spandex, please -- only jeans, wife-beater, and a cowboy hat), I would definitely be down with a Weapon X outfit.
McG Reveals Info on TERMINATOR - Feb 07, 2008 - 02:20pm
Dude, if they did the rubber-skinned terminators I'm there. Re: McG -- Christian Bale's in, so I'm interested. But yeah, McG's involvement seems a little...bizarre.
Dude, if they did the rubber-skinned terminators I'm there. Re: McG -- Christian Bale's in, so I'm interested. But yeah, McG's involvement seems a little...bizarre.
WOLVERINE Shooting in Fangorn Forest? - Feb 07, 2008 - 01:20pm
"Full Wolverine costume"? This is a prequel to X-Men, right? So it can't be the black costume we've all come to know and love. Honestly, if Logan's in any kind of costume in this prequel that doesn't seem pretty street smart I'm going to be pissed off. No yellow and blue spandex, please.
"Full Wolverine costume"? This is a prequel to X-Men, right? So it can't be the black costume we've all come to know and love. Honestly, if Logan's in any kind of costume in this prequel that doesn't seem pretty street smart I'm going to be pissed off. No yellow and blue spandex, please.
Monaghan Has a PET and SELLS Zombies - Feb 07, 2008 - 09:26am
Wiseguy, you would think that about Perlman (at least I did) until you realize he was in the last Uwe Boll movie. But yeah, seeing Perlman and Monaghan in a movie together, much less a period movie about zombies -- that does sound AWESOME. I'd heard of the movie before, but had no idea it had zombies in it (I also thought it had already started filming for some reason). And Monaghan -- I've got nothing but praise for that hobbit. He could've been type-cast for the rest of his life for his big feet and pointy ears and then he became everyone's favorite, washed-up, bloody rock god -- Charlie Pace. (It was really nice to see him last week.)
Wiseguy, you would think that about Perlman (at least I did) until you realize he was in the last Uwe Boll movie. But yeah, seeing Perlman and Monaghan in a movie together, much less a period movie about zombies -- that does sound AWESOME. I'd heard of the movie before, but had no idea it had zombies in it (I also thought it had already started filming for some reason). And Monaghan -- I've got nothing but praise for that hobbit. He could've been type-cast for the rest of his life for his big feet and pointy ears and then he became everyone's favorite, washed-up, bloody rock god -- Charlie Pace. (It was really nice to see him last week.)
Kodi McPhee Hits THE ROAD With Viggo - Feb 06, 2008 - 11:52am
I think we're all pretty confident Viggo can pull off his role in this. The big question is whether the kid can. He's got to be the essence of innocence and this kid looks the part.
I think we're all pretty confident Viggo can pull off his role in this. The big question is whether the kid can. He's got to be the essence of innocence and this kid looks the part.
McG Reveals Info on TERMINATOR - Feb 06, 2008 - 10:55am
If AICN is correct that there's another major human player besides John Connor, I'd say give Josh Brolin that role. He plays a mean badass, but I don't see him as a terminator. Doing a terminator besides Arnold is tricky (part of why I haven't clicked with the Sarah Connor Chronicles -- not so much Summer Glau but the Ahnuld wannabes.) Why not have Robert Patrick do the T-1000? No ones going to replace Arnold. They need to go a different route. Seriously, though, I'd be happy if we just saw some badass metal terminators like in T2.
If AICN is correct that there's another major human player besides John Connor, I'd say give Josh Brolin that role. He plays a mean badass, but I don't see him as a terminator. Doing a terminator besides Arnold is tricky (part of why I haven't clicked with the Sarah Connor Chronicles -- not so much Summer Glau but the Ahnuld wannabes.) Why not have Robert Patrick do the T-1000? No ones going to replace Arnold. They need to go a different route. Seriously, though, I'd be happy if we just saw some badass metal terminators like in T2.
Alas, Poor Yorick - Feb 06, 2008 - 09:11am
Dammit, I really want to read this article, but I'm afraid to get spoiled as I'm holding out for the trade. And can someone PLEASE explain to me why the trade won't be out until freaking JUNE?!?! What the hell!?!? That said, I think I'm going to take a page from Kurt's book and reread the series while I'm waiting for the final trade.
Dammit, I really want to read this article, but I'm afraid to get spoiled as I'm holding out for the trade. And can someone PLEASE explain to me why the trade won't be out until freaking JUNE?!?! What the hell!?!? That said, I think I'm going to take a page from Kurt's book and reread the series while I'm waiting for the final trade.
SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES: Heavy Metal - Feb 06, 2008 - 09:08am
Not to take away from this show -- but Where the hell is the LOST talkback? When there's as many people in here asking for a thread for Lost as there are talking about what the show the thread's actually for, it should tell you guys something.
Not to take away from this show -- but Where the hell is the LOST talkback? When there's as many people in here asking for a thread for Lost as there are talking about what the show the thread's actually for, it should tell you guys something.
The Night Watchman are Really STREET KINGS - Feb 05, 2008 - 03:55pm
James Ellroy cowrote the script? Holy crap!!! He's written some of the most brutal, hard-boiled crime novels I've read. If this has 1/10 of the punch American Tabloid packed (and since it's being co-written and directed by David Ayer, I don't see why not), this movie just jumped to one of my must-sees of 2008! Pretty killer cast, too.
James Ellroy cowrote the script? Holy crap!!! He's written some of the most brutal, hard-boiled crime novels I've read. If this has 1/10 of the punch American Tabloid packed (and since it's being co-written and directed by David Ayer, I don't see why not), this movie just jumped to one of my must-sees of 2008! Pretty killer cast, too.
WGA Strike Ending Within a Week?? - Feb 02, 2008 - 10:26pm
#6 Actually, I've heard they feel confident that if the strike ends soon they can definitely get in another 4-6 episodes of Lost. Of course, that's still two shy of 16 :( I don't know if there's any chance of us getting a "full" season of 16...
#6 Actually, I've heard they feel confident that if the strike ends soon they can definitely get in another 4-6 episodes of Lost. Of course, that's still two shy of 16 :( I don't know if there's any chance of us getting a "full" season of 16...
Short List of Directors for WOLFMAN - Feb 01, 2008 - 08:48am
Geez, ANYONE of those other directors would be better than Ratner.
Geez, ANYONE of those other directors would be better than Ratner.
Rise Up and Hear the Bells: The Return of Captain America - Jan 31, 2008 - 09:12am
Come on, you guys. Isn't Cap vs. Cap a foregone conclusion? That's how these books work, right? Superman dies, a bunch of people try to replace Superman and he comes back and reclaims his title. Batman gets his back broken by Bane, Azrael takes over and goes nuts, Bruce Wayne gets rehabilitated and takes out Jean-Paul and reclaims the mantle. If you don't see Steve Rodgers coming back at some point to square off with Bucky in some way shape or form, you've got a lot more faith in Marvel's word (and Joe Q's for that matter) than I do. Spider-man's unmasking will change his character forever? Bucky Barnes will always be dead? Please. If Bucky can come back, Steve Rodgers coming back is not really that hard to imagine. It will happen. Like another poster said, the others will know he's not Cap, they will not respect him. It might make for some good storytelling, but eventually Bucky will fail and Steve will come back and restore the icon. Merin, you are spot on about the DARK TIMES we live in. I don't agree with everything else you've said, but the world's always been a cruel place. DahnLee, that was pretty funny. Two times. Well done. And Kurt, yeah. I really pity you the rereading of Y.
Come on, you guys. Isn't Cap vs. Cap a foregone conclusion? That's how these books work, right? Superman dies, a bunch of people try to replace Superman and he comes back and reclaims his title. Batman gets his back broken by Bane, Azrael takes over and goes nuts, Bruce Wayne gets rehabilitated and takes out Jean-Paul and reclaims the mantle. If you don't see Steve Rodgers coming back at some point to square off with Bucky in some way shape or form, you've got a lot more faith in Marvel's word (and Joe Q's for that matter) than I do. Spider-man's unmasking will change his character forever? Bucky Barnes will always be dead? Please. If Bucky can come back, Steve Rodgers coming back is not really that hard to imagine. It will happen. Like another poster said, the others will know he's not Cap, they will not respect him. It might make for some good storytelling, but eventually Bucky will fail and Steve will come back and restore the icon. Merin, you are spot on about the DARK TIMES we live in. I don't agree with everything else you've said, but the world's always been a cruel place. DahnLee, that was pretty funny. Two times. Well done. And Kurt, yeah. I really pity you the rereading of Y.
Y: THE LAST MAN Trilogy Coming? - Jan 30, 2008 - 01:42pm
Yeah, BKV joined Lost last year. He wrote the episode where Desmond, Hurley, Charlie, and Jinn go on a trek through the jungle. He seems like a perfect fit for that show.
Yeah, BKV joined Lost last year. He wrote the episode where Desmond, Hurley, Charlie, and Jinn go on a trek through the jungle. He seems like a perfect fit for that show.
Y: THE LAST MAN Trilogy Coming? - Jan 30, 2008 - 09:54am
Hey Jarrod, I tried sending this story to you yesterday but the email bounced. Are you guys still scoops@mania.com? As far as the comic is concerned, it's one of the best comic series I've ever read. It's fun, thought-provoking, hilarious, and creepy. Shia isn't my choice for Yorick, but I don't hate the guy. I'm not really sure who my choice for Yorick would be, either. I've heard people mention both Ryan Reynolds and Ryan Gosling, but they might be a little too old. (Although I think Reynolds looks EXACTLY like Yorick.)
Hey Jarrod, I tried sending this story to you yesterday but the email bounced. Are you guys still scoops@mania.com? As far as the comic is concerned, it's one of the best comic series I've ever read. It's fun, thought-provoking, hilarious, and creepy. Shia isn't my choice for Yorick, but I don't hate the guy. I'm not really sure who my choice for Yorick would be, either. I've heard people mention both Ryan Reynolds and Ryan Gosling, but they might be a little too old. (Although I think Reynolds looks EXACTLY like Yorick.)
Ken Watanabe Joining Vampire FREAK Show - Jan 21, 2008 - 07:25pm
I've read the book and I absolutely hated it. One of the most terrifyingly stupid books I've read. The style it was written in was extremely annoying and it wasn't at all scary. (Everything that was supposed to be scary was punctuated with an exclamation point!) That said, the cast they're putting together looks okay.
I've read the book and I absolutely hated it. One of the most terrifyingly stupid books I've read. The style it was written in was extremely annoying and it wasn't at all scary. (Everything that was supposed to be scary was punctuated with an exclamation point!) That said, the cast they're putting together looks okay.
Mulder & Scully Pics & Details for X-FILES 2 - Jan 17, 2008 - 10:25am
I'm totally okay with them ditching the mythology. However, I hope they don't completely ditch continuity. If Mulder and Scully show up for work at the FBI at the start of this movie, I'll be a little disappointed. But whatever the case, I'll still see it.
I'm totally okay with them ditching the mythology. However, I hope they don't completely ditch continuity. If Mulder and Scully show up for work at the FBI at the start of this movie, I'll be a little disappointed. But whatever the case, I'll still see it.
Evil Dead #1 - Jan 15, 2008 - 01:35pm
Wow, it seems kind of funny that John Bolton did this because his art is so beautiful. But he does some absolutely wicked stuff. I might have to check this out. I've always wondered, isn't Evil Dead 2 just a remake of Evil Dead?
Wow, it seems kind of funny that John Bolton did this because his art is so beautiful. But he does some absolutely wicked stuff. I might have to check this out. I've always wondered, isn't Evil Dead 2 just a remake of Evil Dead?
Charlize Theron Joins Viggo in THE ROAD - Jan 15, 2008 - 09:25am
It is a very small part but it's smart casting. Even though she'll only be on screen for a few minutes (guessing) she'll make a lasting impression on the story, the same way her character did in the book.
It is a very small part but it's smart casting. Even though she'll only be on screen for a few minutes (guessing) she'll make a lasting impression on the story, the same way her character did in the book.
Haggis Looking For RANGER'S APPRENTICE - Jan 07, 2008 - 04:05pm
Um, Wiseguy, yes, usually for children's books, the protagonist is a kid. Seriously, though, this does sound like very familiar territory. Even the title of the series sounds very "Aragon's sidekick back before he became King."
Um, Wiseguy, yes, usually for children's books, the protagonist is a kid. Seriously, though, this does sound like very familiar territory. Even the title of the series sounds very "Aragon's sidekick back before he became King."
2007: The Year in Review, Part Two - Jan 04, 2008 - 01:14pm
Any takers for how long until Marvel retcons One More Day? Because Spider-man unmasking himself was supposed to change the character FOREVER, and it sounds like that only lasted a year.
Any takers for how long until Marvel retcons One More Day? Because Spider-man unmasking himself was supposed to change the character FOREVER, and it sounds like that only lasted a year.
Fun with Retconning - Dec 19, 2007 - 10:55am
How is Brubaker's Deadly Genesis? I'd like to read a good X-Men TPB again. I was also thinking of the Mike Carey one...
How is Brubaker's Deadly Genesis? I'd like to read a good X-Men TPB again. I was also thinking of the Mike Carey one...
AUSTRALIA Wraps, Jackman Ready for WOLVERINE - Dec 18, 2007 - 04:32pm
Very cool. Now if they would just take a page from the latest DC comics to movies and call it Wolverine.
Very cool. Now if they would just take a page from the latest DC comics to movies and call it Wolverine.
Norton Exits STATE OF PLAY - Dec 18, 2007 - 03:24pm
I'm not surprised Norton left. Pitt exiting seemed kind of like an omen. That said, I'd love to see Ben Affleck do something remotely cool again as an actor (I've heard GREAT things about his directorial debut with Gone Baby Gone but the movie seemed to disappear before I could see it). And Russell Crowe's had a great year with 3:10 to Yuma and American Gangster. So maybe this will be interesting again after all.
I'm not surprised Norton left. Pitt exiting seemed kind of like an omen. That said, I'd love to see Ben Affleck do something remotely cool again as an actor (I've heard GREAT things about his directorial debut with Gone Baby Gone but the movie seemed to disappear before I could see it). And Russell Crowe's had a great year with 3:10 to Yuma and American Gangster. So maybe this will be interesting again after all.
Updated: How Long Before Your Shows Go Dark? - Dec 14, 2007 - 01:37pm
Geez, I really hope they don't air any of Lost until the strike is over...
Geez, I really hope they don't air any of Lost until the strike is over...
WGA Files Charges Against AMPTP with NLRB - Dec 14, 2007 - 01:33pm
And honestly, I'd be more than happy to pay 5 cents more per DVD so the writers get what they deserve. 5 cents more from itunes or whatever else. But I can't pay anymore for something that's free, like what the networks put on their sites online. The studios have to give a little there. That they're unwilling seems pretty ridiculous, as it's the writers who create the content for them in the first place. But yeah, it's going to be a long haul for these guys.
And honestly, I'd be more than happy to pay 5 cents more per DVD so the writers get what they deserve. 5 cents more from itunes or whatever else. But I can't pay anymore for something that's free, like what the networks put on their sites online. The studios have to give a little there. That they're unwilling seems pretty ridiculous, as it's the writers who create the content for them in the first place. But yeah, it's going to be a long haul for these guys.
WGA Files Charges Against AMPTP with NLRB - Dec 14, 2007 - 11:34am
What ponyboy said. There was an interesting (and terrifying) article in the LA Times earlier this week about how the AMPTP was trying to break the WGA to show SAG and the Director's Guild they weren't screwing around. It's unconscionable to me that someone would try to cut out the people who created the story from getting any kind of residuals from online media. Solidarity, guys. Keep fighting the good fight.
What ponyboy said. There was an interesting (and terrifying) article in the LA Times earlier this week about how the AMPTP was trying to break the WGA to show SAG and the Director's Guild they weren't screwing around. It's unconscionable to me that someone would try to cut out the people who created the story from getting any kind of residuals from online media. Solidarity, guys. Keep fighting the good fight.
AT WORLD'S END Plunders DVD Competition - Dec 13, 2007 - 03:59pm
I'd watch PotC3 anyday before watching Spidey 3 again. I enjoyed the At World's End, although not as much as Dead Man's Chest...
I'd watch PotC3 anyday before watching Spidey 3 again. I enjoyed the At World's End, although not as much as Dead Man's Chest...
59 Songs Eligible For 2007 OSCAR - Dec 13, 2007 - 01:03pm
Eddie Vedder's Into the Wild soundtrack is phenomenal. But I'm surprised his song "Hard Sun" isn't on this list. I thought that'd be a shoo-in.
Eddie Vedder's Into the Wild soundtrack is phenomenal. But I'm surprised his song "Hard Sun" isn't on this list. I thought that'd be a shoo-in.
Beginning of SWEENEY TODD Online - Dec 12, 2007 - 05:41pm
I'd like to see this film but that wasn't much of an exclusive. The opening credits? Bah. (Not that this is mania's fault -- it's just a pretty lame way to get people jazzed.)
I'd like to see this film but that wasn't much of an exclusive. The opening credits? Bah. (Not that this is mania's fault -- it's just a pretty lame way to get people jazzed.)
First Set photo of X-FILES 2 Online - Dec 12, 2007 - 11:22am
Are we for sure Doggett and Reyes aren't returning? That's too bad, becaue I grew pretty fond of Robert Patrick's character.
Are we for sure Doggett and Reyes aren't returning? That's too bad, becaue I grew pretty fond of Robert Patrick's character.
The Top 10 Worst Genre Films of All Time - Dec 12, 2007 - 11:11am
Just for clarity's sake: I don't have a blog on mania, so Merin, you can stop looking :) On reflection, perhaps this list should've been called top 10 genre movies Jet Lag couldn't finish watching.
Just for clarity's sake: I don't have a blog on mania, so Merin, you can stop looking :) On reflection, perhaps this list should've been called top 10 genre movies Jet Lag couldn't finish watching.
First Set photo of X-FILES 2 Online - Dec 12, 2007 - 10:49am
Mulder's wearing casual clothes. Does that mean this story takes place *after* he and Scully split from the X-Files? I hope so. I'm okay with a stand-alone episode as long as it's in some kind of continuity (I'd hate it if this took place between season 5 and 6). Oh, who am I kidding? I'd take the X-Files back in any shape or form!
Mulder's wearing casual clothes. Does that mean this story takes place *after* he and Scully split from the X-Files? I hope so. I'm okay with a stand-alone episode as long as it's in some kind of continuity (I'd hate it if this took place between season 5 and 6). Oh, who am I kidding? I'd take the X-Files back in any shape or form!
New Poster for SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES - Dec 11, 2007 - 11:52pm
I'm with Wiseguy. I'd rather have an overabundance of these movies than an under-abundance. I hope this one's good. I haven't seen the Golden Compass either but from what I've heard, I'm hoping this will be better.
I'm with Wiseguy. I'd rather have an overabundance of these movies than an under-abundance. I hope this one's good. I haven't seen the Golden Compass either but from what I've heard, I'm hoping this will be better.
The Top 10 Worst Genre Films of All Time - Dec 11, 2007 - 05:57pm
gauleyboy, if that's all this site's after than I'll stop reading some of it -- certainly Jet's articles. However, I think the site's for more than that. The comicscape column that Kurt runs is fantastic and it's obvious he puts a lot of hard work into it. Also, my comments are not based on jealousy. I can't speak for Merin or theCollector or a lot of the others, but I don't get that read from them, either. It's based on calling this "piece's" bullshit.
gauleyboy, if that's all this site's after than I'll stop reading some of it -- certainly Jet's articles. However, I think the site's for more than that. The comicscape column that Kurt runs is fantastic and it's obvious he puts a lot of hard work into it. Also, my comments are not based on jealousy. I can't speak for Merin or theCollector or a lot of the others, but I don't get that read from them, either. It's based on calling this "piece's" bullshit.
The Top 10 Worst Genre Films of All Time - Dec 11, 2007 - 01:21pm
gauleyboy, it's not that the idea of the list isn't good, it's that it's presented so poorly. He didn't actually watch several of these -- he fell asleep or walked out of them. And if Merin's right, a lot of the people blogging here have every right to be pissed off. Irony, for sure. Jet shouldn't be able to write another article here without Merin fact-checking/plagarize-checking him. (Sorry, Merin -- someone's gotta do it.) Or just don't let him write another article. (And please for the love of MetalWater toward Joss Whedon, tell me you guys didn't actually pay for this...) I'm all for good dumb fun. But believe it or not, it can be written better. If the title had been "Most Overrated genre movies of all time" that might have been different (although then he wouldn't have been able to include EH, Doom, A3, or JM.) Also, I only just noticed that this isn't even a SF list, it's a genre list. Really, the only two movies I can get behind here are Johnny Mneumonic and Doom. I doubt anyone calling Blade Runner, the SW prequels, and Alien 3 one of the top 10 worst films of all time has seen more than 10 films. (Dungeons and Dragons, Supernova, anything directed by Uwe Boll, Batman and Robin, LXG...you get the idea.) Please don't let this guy write another article again.
gauleyboy, it's not that the idea of the list isn't good, it's that it's presented so poorly. He didn't actually watch several of these -- he fell asleep or walked out of them. And if Merin's right, a lot of the people blogging here have every right to be pissed off. Irony, for sure. Jet shouldn't be able to write another article here without Merin fact-checking/plagarize-checking him. (Sorry, Merin -- someone's gotta do it.) Or just don't let him write another article. (And please for the love of MetalWater toward Joss Whedon, tell me you guys didn't actually pay for this...) I'm all for good dumb fun. But believe it or not, it can be written better. If the title had been "Most Overrated genre movies of all time" that might have been different (although then he wouldn't have been able to include EH, Doom, A3, or JM.) Also, I only just noticed that this isn't even a SF list, it's a genre list. Really, the only two movies I can get behind here are Johnny Mneumonic and Doom. I doubt anyone calling Blade Runner, the SW prequels, and Alien 3 one of the top 10 worst films of all time has seen more than 10 films. (Dungeons and Dragons, Supernova, anything directed by Uwe Boll, Batman and Robin, LXG...you get the idea.) Please don't let this guy write another article again.
The Top 10 Worst Genre Films of All Time - Dec 10, 2007 - 02:53pm
Are you kidding me? The Star Wars prequels (I grant one and two are not great, but they're far from the worst movies ever...and Revenge of the Sith?!?! Unbelievable)?!?! Alien 3!?!?! Blade Runner -- in any cut?!?! I agree with some of what you've got here: Johnny Mneumonic, Doom. But you've left out Supernova, Pluto Nash, Aliens vs. Predator. If you want to bag on horrible sequels, check Highladner 2 (yes, the original was a fantasy, why they decided to ret-con it into SF is beyond me) or Escape From LA. There's a plethora of shitty movies out there, some of which are even kind of stupid mindless fun. But to lump some of these movies into the 10 worst SF films of all time is idiotic.
Are you kidding me? The Star Wars prequels (I grant one and two are not great, but they're far from the worst movies ever...and Revenge of the Sith?!?! Unbelievable)?!?! Alien 3!?!?! Blade Runner -- in any cut?!?! I agree with some of what you've got here: Johnny Mneumonic, Doom. But you've left out Supernova, Pluto Nash, Aliens vs. Predator. If you want to bag on horrible sequels, check Highladner 2 (yes, the original was a fantasy, why they decided to ret-con it into SF is beyond me) or Escape From LA. There's a plethora of shitty movies out there, some of which are even kind of stupid mindless fun. But to lump some of these movies into the 10 worst SF films of all time is idiotic.
INKHEART Trailer and Official Site Online - Dec 10, 2007 - 11:23am
I don't know...I hate to say this, but Andy Serkis didn't seem all that scary to me. He's not Lord Voldermort -- he's not even the Rider. Has anyone read this book? I read another of the author's (The Thief Lord) and was incredibly disappointed. The trailer seems kind of interesting but I'm not going to get my hopes up.
I don't know...I hate to say this, but Andy Serkis didn't seem all that scary to me. He's not Lord Voldermort -- he's not even the Rider. Has anyone read this book? I read another of the author's (The Thief Lord) and was incredibly disappointed. The trailer seems kind of interesting but I'm not going to get my hopes up.
Gerard Butler & Natalie Portman in WOLVERINE? - Dec 07, 2007 - 03:18pm
I was under the impression MI2 was just taking too long and X-Men was already rolling, so they went with Jackman (Thank God). I've never heard that Butler was once considered to be Logan, but it could've worked. I think he'll make an excellent Sabertooth.
I was under the impression MI2 was just taking too long and X-Men was already rolling, so they went with Jackman (Thank God). I've never heard that Butler was once considered to be Logan, but it could've worked. I think he'll make an excellent Sabertooth.
Universal Pushes WANTED To Summer 2008 - Dec 06, 2007 - 02:11pm
rgtchtiger is right -- if you think a movie's going to tank you don't dump it in the middle of the summer. You dump it in March or September and hope to grab as much money as you can because the markets less saturated with genre-type movies at that point. They're putting Wanted there because they think they've got something BIG. (Poor suckers) The comic book was pretty good -- or at least tried to be. The movie looks okay but nothing like the comic book I read, which is unfortunate.
rgtchtiger is right -- if you think a movie's going to tank you don't dump it in the middle of the summer. You dump it in March or September and hope to grab as much money as you can because the markets less saturated with genre-type movies at that point. They're putting Wanted there because they think they've got something BIG. (Poor suckers) The comic book was pretty good -- or at least tried to be. The movie looks okay but nothing like the comic book I read, which is unfortunate.
Marshall Talks INDY, JURASSIC, & BOURNE - Dec 06, 2007 - 02:06pm
Oh, good. I was going to rag on him for insinuating the 2nd and 3rd Bourne movies had anything to do with the books other than their titles. But everyone else beat me to it. Well done guys. I'd see a 4th Bourne for sure. But I thought the three movies they've done have been fantastic and there's no real need for a 4th (things were pretty well closed up in #3).
Oh, good. I was going to rag on him for insinuating the 2nd and 3rd Bourne movies had anything to do with the books other than their titles. But everyone else beat me to it. Well done guys. I'd see a 4th Bourne for sure. But I thought the three movies they've done have been fantastic and there's no real need for a 4th (things were pretty well closed up in #3).
I Hate Uwe Boll - Dec 04, 2007 - 01:01pm
Temeraire's coming out in 2009? Really? I knew it'd been optioned but I hadn't realized Peter Jackson had put a release date on it (especially since he's so tied up with Lovely Bones and Tin-Tin). Uwe Boll...I get why studios like the guy. But why would actors sign with him? Are Liotta and Statham really that hard-up for money?
Temeraire's coming out in 2009? Really? I knew it'd been optioned but I hadn't realized Peter Jackson had put a release date on it (especially since he's so tied up with Lovely Bones and Tin-Tin). Uwe Boll...I get why studios like the guy. But why would actors sign with him? Are Liotta and Statham really that hard-up for money?
Cyber Monday and the New Amazon Kindle - Nov 26, 2007 - 05:26pm
$400 for a kindle? That could buy a lot of books. There's something very cool about the technology (what Merin said about all those boxes of books) but aside from being a bibliophile, that's too much money for me to shell out when I could be picking up books instead.
$400 for a kindle? That could buy a lot of books. There's something very cool about the technology (what Merin said about all those boxes of books) but aside from being a bibliophile, that's too much money for me to shell out when I could be picking up books instead.
New SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES Trailer - Nov 20, 2007 - 06:32pm
Um, yeah. That looks way more interesting (and intense) than the teaser trailer they put out. I'll definitely be checking this out.
Um, yeah. That looks way more interesting (and intense) than the teaser trailer they put out. I'll definitely be checking this out.
LOVELY BONES Hits Theaters March 2009 - Nov 20, 2007 - 01:31pm
Wiseguy, I've read the book and it's a breath of fresh air. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing what Peter Jackson does with this one.
Wiseguy, I've read the book and it's a breath of fresh air. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing what Peter Jackson does with this one.
CLOVERFIELD Trailer #2 - Nov 19, 2007 - 05:41pm
I want this movie to be so good. I can't wait to see it!
I want this movie to be so good. I can't wait to see it!
Twohy Updates on RIDDICK Sequel - Nov 19, 2007 - 03:54pm
I think Pitch Black is one of the most underrated genre movies of the last 10 years. I loved it -- loved the character arcs, the moral dilemnas. Just great filmmaking. And the best thing I've seen Vin Diesel in. bdd said Chronicles was trying too hard and he couldn't have been any more right. What a frustrating sequel. I blame the script. It had none of the heart or intensity of the original movie (Okay, the Slam bit was alright). It was nowhere near as dark and gritty as the first one. And seriously, Riddick all of a sudden becomes "the chosen one?" No thanks. I liked him fine when he was just a bad-ass anti-hero. Maybe the $22 million budget will be a good thing. It will make Twohy work that much harder to get it that much more right. BTW: the uncut unrated version of Chronicles? What a joke. It didn't change anything of signficance in the film. If I sound harsh, it's only because I want Diesel and Twohy to make the absolute best possible Riddick movie they can.
I think Pitch Black is one of the most underrated genre movies of the last 10 years. I loved it -- loved the character arcs, the moral dilemnas. Just great filmmaking. And the best thing I've seen Vin Diesel in. bdd said Chronicles was trying too hard and he couldn't have been any more right. What a frustrating sequel. I blame the script. It had none of the heart or intensity of the original movie (Okay, the Slam bit was alright). It was nowhere near as dark and gritty as the first one. And seriously, Riddick all of a sudden becomes "the chosen one?" No thanks. I liked him fine when he was just a bad-ass anti-hero. Maybe the $22 million budget will be a good thing. It will make Twohy work that much harder to get it that much more right. BTW: the uncut unrated version of Chronicles? What a joke. It didn't change anything of signficance in the film. If I sound harsh, it's only because I want Diesel and Twohy to make the absolute best possible Riddick movie they can.
Stewart Has Vampire Love in TWILIGHT - Nov 16, 2007 - 03:29pm
It sounds like Underworld without the leather, sex, and violence and set in HS. Okay, it sounds nothing like Underworld except I remember hearing that advertised as a Romeo and Juliet-type story with vampires and werewolves. Seriously, if they don't kill themselves in the end, or if there's not some HUGE tragedy, please don't liken it to Romeo and Juliet. Liken it to Dirty Dancing. Because vampires and werewolves doing Dirty Dancing -- that's HOT and slightly more original. (And yes, I know there's not werewolves mentioned in this movie. I'm just saying).
It sounds like Underworld without the leather, sex, and violence and set in HS. Okay, it sounds nothing like Underworld except I remember hearing that advertised as a Romeo and Juliet-type story with vampires and werewolves. Seriously, if they don't kill themselves in the end, or if there's not some HUGE tragedy, please don't liken it to Romeo and Juliet. Liken it to Dirty Dancing. Because vampires and werewolves doing Dirty Dancing -- that's HOT and slightly more original. (And yes, I know there's not werewolves mentioned in this movie. I'm just saying).
Lizzy Caplan Talks CLOVERFIELD - Nov 16, 2007 - 03:25pm
fft, I love the shakey cam. Well, maybe love's a strong word, but I think it's definitely an effective tool. I'm hoping for good things about Cloverfield because I love JJ Abrams and I want to see him do well. But there has been A LOT of hype. The movie's going to have to deliver on it.
fft, I love the shakey cam. Well, maybe love's a strong word, but I think it's definitely an effective tool. I'm hoping for good things about Cloverfield because I love JJ Abrams and I want to see him do well. But there has been A LOT of hype. The movie's going to have to deliver on it.
Gellar Asked on Possible BUFFY Return - Nov 16, 2007 - 10:55am
Trinity? If she's a rip-off of anything, it's the female character in William Gibson's Neuromancer. Which came out in the mid-80s. Yes, we would've gotten Trinity. And calling Ripley two-dimensional is stupid. She may not have had 8 seasons, but Sigourney Weaver's work in Aliens was good enough for her to garner an Academy Award nomination. Seriously, Buffy's very cool and she has had a huge influene on pop-culture (see the paranormal romance books). I'm totally willing to give Buffy credit for some infuence. But you're acting like Buffy not only influenced everything, she inspired everything. Hell, we wouldn't have gotten Jesus Christ if Buffy hadn't come back from the dead.
Trinity? If she's a rip-off of anything, it's the female character in William Gibson's Neuromancer. Which came out in the mid-80s. Yes, we would've gotten Trinity. And calling Ripley two-dimensional is stupid. She may not have had 8 seasons, but Sigourney Weaver's work in Aliens was good enough for her to garner an Academy Award nomination. Seriously, Buffy's very cool and she has had a huge influene on pop-culture (see the paranormal romance books). I'm totally willing to give Buffy credit for some infuence. But you're acting like Buffy not only influenced everything, she inspired everything. Hell, we wouldn't have gotten Jesus Christ if Buffy hadn't come back from the dead.
Gellar Asked on Possible BUFFY Return - Nov 16, 2007 - 12:09am
metal water: you're still forgetting about kick-ass heroines like Ripley in the Aliens movies and Linda Hamilton in T2. And you've pretty much ignored Merin's entire arguments on the other shows, anyway. What influence they took from Buffy, they easily also took from half a dozen other things. I'm not knocking Buffy, but to say that she inspired this kind of archetype is ridiculous.
metal water: you're still forgetting about kick-ass heroines like Ripley in the Aliens movies and Linda Hamilton in T2. And you've pretty much ignored Merin's entire arguments on the other shows, anyway. What influence they took from Buffy, they easily also took from half a dozen other things. I'm not knocking Buffy, but to say that she inspired this kind of archetype is ridiculous.
Reilly as Lead Vampire in FREAK - Nov 15, 2007 - 12:12pm
Unfortunately, I read the book. It's not a comedy. And it completely sucked, pun intended. That said, Reilly's a very good choice for the charachter. He could pull it off. The question is whether the script and the movie are *worth* pulling off. Just the thought that the book was published annoys me, it was so bad.
Unfortunately, I read the book. It's not a comedy. And it completely sucked, pun intended. That said, Reilly's a very good choice for the charachter. He could pull it off. The question is whether the script and the movie are *worth* pulling off. Just the thought that the book was published annoys me, it was so bad.
Gellar Asked on Possible BUFFY Return - Nov 15, 2007 - 11:09am
Be serious. If Joss Whedon had a script for Buffy and he hit up Sarah Michelle Gellar and David Boreanaz and whoever else he wanted to be in it, they'd take it. End of story. It's not her fault there's not Buffy movie. Merin, excellent analysis of the pretenders to the clown. That said, Metalwater, could you please ask Sarah to start eating more. She looks a bit anorexic in that picture.
Be serious. If Joss Whedon had a script for Buffy and he hit up Sarah Michelle Gellar and David Boreanaz and whoever else he wanted to be in it, they'd take it. End of story. It's not her fault there's not Buffy movie. Merin, excellent analysis of the pretenders to the clown. That said, Metalwater, could you please ask Sarah to start eating more. She looks a bit anorexic in that picture.
Opening the Black Dossier: The Alan Moore Interview, Part Two - Nov 14, 2007 - 06:29pm
That does it! I'm nominating lister for Kurt's next Oracle!
That does it! I'm nominating lister for Kurt's next Oracle!
Lavender Brown Cast for HALF BLOOD PRINCE - Nov 14, 2007 - 12:30pm
Hanso, I respect what you're saying but I've no idea how she would've announced it in the books. When would Dumbledore admit this? When he's got one of his private lessons with Harry? Have a quick little scene of him making out with his old friend (can't remember his name, the one at the wedding). I don't have a problem with Dumbledore being gay. It makes complete sense to me in the books, especially with the final one.
Hanso, I respect what you're saying but I've no idea how she would've announced it in the books. When would Dumbledore admit this? When he's got one of his private lessons with Harry? Have a quick little scene of him making out with his old friend (can't remember his name, the one at the wedding). I don't have a problem with Dumbledore being gay. It makes complete sense to me in the books, especially with the final one.
Lavender Brown Cast for HALF BLOOD PRINCE - Nov 14, 2007 - 11:28am
That's interesting about Lavendar Brown's casting. I know we've seen Dean Thomas and Seamus and the Patil twins. I just kind of assumed Lavendar Brown was already in there, too, being as she was in the previous books (albeit in a smaller dose).
That's interesting about Lavendar Brown's casting. I know we've seen Dean Thomas and Seamus and the Patil twins. I just kind of assumed Lavendar Brown was already in there, too, being as she was in the previous books (albeit in a smaller dose).
Some Hard Truths to Face - Nov 12, 2007 - 10:42am
Looks like book 4 was the turning point for a lot of us. I really liked Wizard's First Rule, despite some of the ridiculous cliches. I read the second and thought it was okay, but nowhere near as good. It was bad enough Darth Vader turned up in the first book, but that he kind of comes back from the dead in the second book seemed was stretching it. Blood of the Fold then brought in the Emperor and at some point. By the time of Temple of the Winds and his evil step-brother, I got realized Goodkind had no idea where he was going and decided to spend my time reading something else.
Looks like book 4 was the turning point for a lot of us. I really liked Wizard's First Rule, despite some of the ridiculous cliches. I read the second and thought it was okay, but nowhere near as good. It was bad enough Darth Vader turned up in the first book, but that he kind of comes back from the dead in the second book seemed was stretching it. Blood of the Fold then brought in the Emperor and at some point. By the time of Temple of the Winds and his evil step-brother, I got realized Goodkind had no idea where he was going and decided to spend my time reading something else.
New Trailer For VALKYRIE - Nov 09, 2007 - 06:22pm
It's as much Bryan Singer and Christopher McQuarrie as it is Cruise. IMO, Usual Suspsects is in the same class of movie as Pulp Fiction, and I don't think too many people would question coverage of any Tarantino movie, regardless of the genre.
It's as much Bryan Singer and Christopher McQuarrie as it is Cruise. IMO, Usual Suspsects is in the same class of movie as Pulp Fiction, and I don't think too many people would question coverage of any Tarantino movie, regardless of the genre.
Tommy Lee Jones Talks New TWO FACE - Nov 09, 2007 - 04:53pm
Yeah, I'll never forgive Joel Schumacher for what he did to Two Face. Tommy Lee Jones must have collected a nice paycheck. As a kid, I was seriously bummed out when I learned that Billy Dee Williams wouldn't be playing Two Face.
Yeah, I'll never forgive Joel Schumacher for what he did to Two Face. Tommy Lee Jones must have collected a nice paycheck. As a kid, I was seriously bummed out when I learned that Billy Dee Williams wouldn't be playing Two Face.
Tom Hanks Will Lead FAHRENHEIT 451? - Nov 09, 2007 - 04:21pm
Give me Hanks and Darabont doing Bradbury anyday over Equilibrium. There were parts of that movie that were cool, but overall, it fell pretty flat for me.
Give me Hanks and Darabont doing Bradbury anyday over Equilibrium. There were parts of that movie that were cool, but overall, it fell pretty flat for me.
Winona Ryder is SPOCK'S Mother - Nov 09, 2007 - 01:45pm
joeybaloney and tiger: It also bears mentioning that Abrams has admitted he had to write that script in a ridiculous amount of time -- like a couple of weeks (I'm pretty sure Moriarty's mentioned this on AICN, somewhere too). Plus, since then, Abrams has delivered Lost and MI3 (which, despite Cruise, was a pretty good movie). I'm definitely okay giving him the benefit of the doubt until I see a trailer or SOMETHING.
joeybaloney and tiger: It also bears mentioning that Abrams has admitted he had to write that script in a ridiculous amount of time -- like a couple of weeks (I'm pretty sure Moriarty's mentioned this on AICN, somewhere too). Plus, since then, Abrams has delivered Lost and MI3 (which, despite Cruise, was a pretty good movie). I'm definitely okay giving him the benefit of the doubt until I see a trailer or SOMETHING.
New Trailer For VALKYRIE - Nov 09, 2007 - 10:56am
Despite SR, I still love Singer. Usual Suspect, Apt Pupil, his two X-Men films. This one looks good. The inconsistent accents is weird, though. I wish they all had a German accent, or at least a similiar accent. It's kinda like the Man in the Iron Mask...
Despite SR, I still love Singer. Usual Suspect, Apt Pupil, his two X-Men films. This one looks good. The inconsistent accents is weird, though. I wish they all had a German accent, or at least a similiar accent. It's kinda like the Man in the Iron Mask...
Winona Ryder is SPOCK'S Mother - Nov 09, 2007 - 10:53am
Holy shit. I've never wanted to be a vulcan ambassador so much in my life. I've had a thing for Winona Ryder since Dracula. As far as her being a vulcan, AICN is reporting she's the "human wife" of Sarek. I think it's probably just a typo from the trades...
Holy shit. I've never wanted to be a vulcan ambassador so much in my life. I've had a thing for Winona Ryder since Dracula. As far as her being a vulcan, AICN is reporting she's the "human wife" of Sarek. I think it's probably just a typo from the trades...
Jack Nicholson Talks About Nolan's JOKER - Nov 08, 2007 - 10:54am
Hanso, I obviously don't know for sure but the previews seem to nail that violent sociopath killing for his own amusement. He's just using the mob, too. I should've said before, but I loved Nicholson's Joker in Batman. I really loved Burton's Batman for that matter. But there's plenty of room for more than one good interpretation and I can't wait for TDK.
Hanso, I obviously don't know for sure but the previews seem to nail that violent sociopath killing for his own amusement. He's just using the mob, too. I should've said before, but I loved Nicholson's Joker in Batman. I really loved Burton's Batman for that matter. But there's plenty of room for more than one good interpretation and I can't wait for TDK.
Jack Nicholson Talks About Nolan's JOKER - Nov 08, 2007 - 12:46am
Sounds like he hasn't seen Batman Begins, either, otherwise he'd realize The Dark Knight isn't a sequel to the Batman movie he was in.
Sounds like he hasn't seen Batman Begins, either, otherwise he'd realize The Dark Knight isn't a sequel to the Batman movie he was in.
Opening the Black Dossier: The Alan Moore Interview, Part One - Nov 07, 2007 - 10:53pm
SCORE!!! You pegged another Alan Moore interview. Much to my chagrin, I have still not read the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen books. This might be a good time to check them out. I have, unfortunately, seen the crappy movie.
SCORE!!! You pegged another Alan Moore interview. Much to my chagrin, I have still not read the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen books. This might be a good time to check them out. I have, unfortunately, seen the crappy movie.
BRUCE WAYNE Getting Shelved? - Nov 07, 2007 - 11:33am
Yeoman, he doesn't read any less nerdy than you did in that bitchy comment. Grow the fuck up. This idea DOES sound incredibly lame. You really can't seperate Batman from Bruce Wayne -- not the Batman we know at least (Batman Beyond was another entity). There's other iconic characters like Peter Parker and Clark Kent. This just smacks of a stupid publicity stunt. I'd rather see DC and the WB try jumping their motorbikes over the Grand Canyon instead. I hope this is a rumor...
Yeoman, he doesn't read any less nerdy than you did in that bitchy comment. Grow the fuck up. This idea DOES sound incredibly lame. You really can't seperate Batman from Bruce Wayne -- not the Batman we know at least (Batman Beyond was another entity). There's other iconic characters like Peter Parker and Clark Kent. This just smacks of a stupid publicity stunt. I'd rather see DC and the WB try jumping their motorbikes over the Grand Canyon instead. I hope this is a rumor...
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It could be worse. Nikki and Paolo are less evil than Ana Lucia. Actually, I don't mind her coming back for another episode. I dug when Hurley was being interrogated by her former LAPD partner.