Filming Begins on New Direct-to-DVD “American Pie” Movie July 12, 2007 10:36 am
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Universal Studios today announced that filming is set for another direct-to-DVD presentation of their popular American Pie franchise. This will be the sixth chapter in the comedy series.
Principal photography on American Pie: Beta House began in Toronto on June 4, and the film will be released exclusively on DVD in time for the holiday season.
Kevin Spacey Set for “Superman: Man of Steel” July 11, 2007 7:46 pm
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According to a report at Variety, Kevin Spacey will be reprising his role as Lex Luthor in the sequel to Superman Returns.
Harry Potter Grabs $12 Million from Midnight Showings July 11, 2007 7:38 pm
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix took in an impressive $12 million from Tuesday night/Wednesday midnight showings.
TNT Gets “300” July 11, 2007 6:41 pm
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In a nearly $20 million deal, TNT has won the cable rights to the hit Frank Miller graphic novel adaption 300.
Teaser Online for “Cloverfield/1-18-08” July 9, 2007 6:39 pm
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The mysterious teaser for the J.J. Abrams produced Paramount film that was attached to Transformers in many theaters (currently referred to as 1-18-08) has been released online and is available to download.
“Transformers” On Top: Weekend Box Office — July 6-8, 2007 July 8, 2007 11:54 am
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Paramount (DreamWorks)’s Transformers rolled over the competition this weekend, raking in $70.5 million from 4,011 theaters, pushing its domestic total past the $150 million mark and breaking a few records along the way.
In second place was last week’s number one film Ratatouille which had a modest drop of less than 40%.
“Superman Returns” Sequel Still A Go, Won’t Be Delayed July 7, 2007 11:30 pm
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The Superman Returns sequel, currently being referred to as Superman: The Man of Steel, has not been delayed. The project was assumed delayed due to possible conflicts in Bryan Singers schedule.
“Transformers” Passes $100 Million July 7, 2007 8:52 pm
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According to Friday estimates, the Dreamworks/Paramount picture Transformers took in $22.5 million from 4,011 theaters, pushing the Michael Bay directed film across the $100 million mark. It’s total domestic total now stands at an impressive $107.4 million as it heads into an expected $60 million plus weekend.
Comic-Con 2007 Sneak Peak July 7, 2007 7:15 am
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Comic-Con has released an early (and actually quite detailed) first look at whats scheduled for the convention from July 26 to July 29. (more…)
Jon Favreau Talks “Iron Man” July 7, 2007 6:30 am
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The director of the upcoming Iron Man film posted a message to fans on his MySpace page giving an update on the movie.
Trailer Released for “Lions for Lambs” July 7, 2007 6:20 am
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The first trailer has been released for the Tom Cruise, Meryl Streep and Robert Redford starring drama Lions for Lambs.
Marc Foster/Paul Hagis Talk “James Bond 22” July 7, 2007 6:15 am
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MI6.co.uk has a report from last week’s Los Angeles Film Festival in which director Marc Forster and writer Paul Haggis discuss the upcoming Bond film, James Bond 22.
July 6-8 Box Office Preview July 6, 2007 8:46 pm
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With Transformers showing strong strength in its Monday night to Thursday numbers, the weekend is expected to be equally impressive.
If There’s a “Transformers” Sequel, Michael Bay Interested in Directing It July 6, 2007 4:16 pm
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That’s the gist of a portion of an Entertainment Weekly interview conducted with the film director.
“The Office (UK)” Headed to the Big Screen? July 6, 2007 4:06 pm
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RTE is reporting that BBC is interested in the possibility of making a big-screen adaption of the original British version of The Office. Additionally, BBC would be interested in film deals for Little Britain and Ricky Gervais’s (creator/star of The Office) other show, Extras.
“Indiana Jones 4” To Be Light on CGI July 6, 2007 3:57 pm
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In an interview with the New Haven Register newspaper, producer Frank Marshall said that the film will be shot in the same vein as the first three and a reliance on CG effects will be kept to a minimum.
Zemeckis Directing, Carrey Starring in “A Christmas Carol” July 6, 2007 3:46 pm
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Walt Disney Pictures and Robert Zemeckis’ ImageMovers Digital are collaborating to make A Christmas Carol, with Jim Carrey set to play the roles of Scrooge, the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present and the Ghost of Christmas Future.
“Transformers” Opens Big, Breaks Record July 4, 2007 11:17 pm
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Dreamworks/Paramount‘s Transformers had a successful launch on Monday night and Tuesday, with the film raking in an impressive $36.65 million through 28 hours of release, breaking the record for Tuesday in the process.
Bale Hints at “The Dark Knight” Follow-Up July 4, 2007 9:06 pm
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Speaking with The Star Ledger, Christian Bale revealed that the script for The Dark Knight leaves open the possibility for a third film.
“Speed Racer” Adds to Cast July 4, 2007 9:01 pm
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The Hollywood Reporter reports that Richard Roundtree, best known for his portrayal of Shaft, has joined the cast of Warner Bros. Speed Racer.
Brad Pitt to star in “Bullitt” Remake July 4, 2007 8:56 pm
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Brad Pitt will be starring in a remake to the 60s classic Bullitt.
Synopsis and Cast Revealed for “Saw IV” July 4, 2007 8:50 pm
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Lionsgate has released an official synopsis for the fourth installment in their hit horror franchise; Saw IV.
Sex and the City: The Movie July 4, 2007 8:36 pm
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New Line Cinema and HBO are partnering up to bring the long-running hit HBO series Sex and the City to the big screen.
“Babylon, A.D.” Teaser July 3, 2007 2:43 am
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One Race Films has put up the teaser for Vin Diesel’s upcoming Sci-Fi Thriller, Babylon, A.D.
Weekend Box Office — June 29-July 1, 2007 July 1, 2007 6:46 pm
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Disney/Pixar’s Ratatouille opened in first place for the weekend, but grossed a little below expectations. The film took in $47.03 million from 3,940 theaters. Cars, the studio’s last film, grossed $60.12 million when it opened last June. The film was expected to open at around $50-55 million.
In second place for the weekend was Fox’s Live Free or Die Hard. The film took in a solid $33.37 million from 3,408 theaters, bringing its three day gross to $48.40 million.
Year-to-year, the box-office was up slightly (+1.7%). (more…)
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