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superman
Warner Bros. To Superman: Don't Call Us, We'll Call You
Warner Bros. doesn't have a Superman film in development right now, and President Alan Horn told a judge that he has "issues" with the Man of Steel. Warners won its latest legal battle, but has Superman's movie career already lost? More »
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Comment by jajbowler: ...exactly what kind of movie was being filmed in that comic? 14 Responses | Other threads
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harry potter
Secrets of Harry Potter's All-Important Final Scene
Harry Potter lovers know that in the final chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, there are many crazy surprises. But the biggest surprise will be how the movie version will handle the very last scene. Spoilers ahead.
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Comment by omgwtflolbbqbye: I could have done without that final scene when I read it. It was redundant since we pretty much could assume... 12 Responses | Other threads
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concept art
Now That's What We Call A Starship Bridge
New Pandorum concept art shows a dark, time-worn spaceship command center, with rusty bulkheads and a cool-looking holographic user interface surrounding the captain's chair. And click through to see another piece of concept art, showing the inevitable service crawlway. More » -
9
New 9 Trailer Is All About The Rag Doll Love
The international trailer for 9 shows the softer side of the movie's harsh apocalyptic rag-doll world. It's all about friendships and relationships — oh, and dolls fleeing madly from the cold talons of the death-dealing machines. More »
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Comment by rotwang: i just know that when i watch this film i'm going to...erm...get something in my eye at some point 4 Responses | Other threads
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tauntaun dreams
Dreams Do Come True: The Tauntaun Sleeping Bag Ready For The Holidays?
Great amazing fantastic change-your-life Star Wars news. Remember the "so awesome I want to curl into a ball and die" tauntaun sleeping bag? Well, actual production is lumbering forward like a great snow beast. But will LucasFilm approve it? More »
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Comment by sororitysheep: You know, given proper fabric, I could totally make that. More labor required than just clicking the mouse and waiting... 8 Responses | Other threads
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spider-man 4
Spider-Man 4 Recruits Seabiscuit Writer To Retool The Script
Seabiscuit writer/director Gary Ross, who also penned Big and Pleasantville, has been hired to rewrite Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 4, replacing edgy playwright David Lindsay-Abaire. So it may be months until we discover who the big bad will be. [Variety]
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Comment by Pope John Peeps II: So someone rides spider-man until he breaks a leg? I bet a lot of people who paid to see Spider-Man... 7 Responses | Other threads
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million dollar bayhem
The Incestuous Payday Behind Transformers
Transformers: Revenge of The Fallen has already made more than $600 million internationally, and new estimates suggest that the merchandise from the movie should make around the same amount... But who's really making all the money here? More »
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Comment by Belabras: If I got a check for $150 million, I don't know that I'd come back for another round of racial... 14 Responses | Other threads
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book of blood
Clive Barker's Latest Trailer Uses Your Skin As Twitter For Dead People
The trailer for the Book Of Blood shows you what happens when you become the information superhighway for the dead. True to Barker form, it looks like a nice bloody mess. More » -
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that's unfortunate
Cameron Diaz May Join Green Hornet's Strange Ensemble
Michel Gondry is set to direct, Seth Rogen will star, and now Cameron Diaz might be playing the leading lady? I'm not so sure about Green Hornet. The surreal superhero comedy may end up as one very unbalanced flick. More »
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Comment by NotArthurPDragon: Vanilla Sky? That's as far back as your Cameron Diaz knowledge goes? You know she was working before... 13 Responses | Other threads
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green lantern
Superman Returns In Green Lantern Movie?
Will the upcoming Green Lantern movie feature a cameo appearance from a certain cape-clad Man of Steel, like the script version we reviewed? One of the movie's writers isn't confirming or denying, but not because he's trying to tease. More »
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Comment by AngryEddy: This is crap. For one, who is going to play Clark Kent? Warner Bros let their contract with Brandon Routh... 8 Responses | Other threads
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found footage
Let Me Inject You With My Special Serum
The eponymous bad guy of 1966 Italian exploitation flick The Embalmer has the best mad scientist pervert speech I have ever heard. He's explaining how he "preserves" the beautiful ladies of Venice, and gets a little foot fetish action too. More »
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Comment by gorehound: Annalee I would rather watch these bad but great films than any YARM hollyweird ever puts out. Hey I would rather... 3 Responses | Other threads
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rant
The Singularity Backlash
Are you sick of the shiny, high-tech future where humans evolve into superbeings? Join the club. The latest trend is for anti-singularity futures, where tomorrow looks like yesterday. More »
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Comment by Evil Tortie's Mom: R.O.A.C.H.: Or, stuff kinda goes on at about the same rate of change as now. Sure, I've got a hi-def TV and... 18 Responses | Other threads
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harry potter
New Harry Potter Clips Unleash Death-Eater Wrath Upon The Gingers
It's not all kisses and hugs this Potter-go-round, and Crazy-Eyed Helena Bonham Carter is going to make sure of it. Watch as this Death-Eater descends on her next victim, all the while singing creepy little songs. More »
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Comment by Aidan_: I'm wondering where the new Burrow assault scene is going to fit into the narrative. It's been a while since... 10 Responses | Other threads
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District 9
The Aliens Of District 9 Take Action, In New Full Length Trailer
The first full-length trailer explains more of the story of Neill Blomkamp's alien-intolerance film District 9, showing off the alien's new weapon that can pluck rockets out of the sky. But there's more, including alien bug babies and power suits. More »
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Comment by PVIII: Anyone knows what the budget is this? Because of the plot, I guess shaky-cam does make some degree of sense... 7 Responses | Other threads
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the crow
The Next Crow Film Won't Be A Reboot Or A Sequel
Remember The Crow reboot that's been kicking around in development purgatory? Looks like the script is almost done, and apparently it's not a sequel or reboot at all. A source close to the movie's development told Mania that Stephen Norrington should be delivering the script this month, and it's "very different from the original - a whole new story about a whole new character." [Mania]
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Comment by Andy Hunt: Wouldn't that still be considered a sequel if it exists within the mythology and is called The Crow: Bla Blabla... 8 Responses | Other threads
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District 9
Learn All About Lonesome Alien Reproduction In The District 9 PSA
Well, this explains a lot. We've been wondering where all the ladybug aliens in District 9 were hiding. Turns out: right in front of the camera. Learn all about the self-pollinating aliens from District 9, in this little PSA.
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Comment by Dr Emilio Lizardo: Granted it's not a human and the structures may really have different names but i think they are probably seminal... 10 Responses | Other threads
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Captain Nemo
McG's 20,000 Leagues Gets A Rewrite, Luckily Not By Christian Bale
Looks like the tide is turning for McG's undersea adventure. 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea is getting a much needed rewrite. But have Terminator Salvation's numbers scared off the mooted lead actor, Will Smith? More »
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Comment by Srynerson: Plus, isn't Captain Nemo usually depicted as either a Hindu or a Sikh? In The Mysterious Island, yes. In 20,000 Leagues,... 12 Responses | Other threads
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harry potter
Will Harry Potter 6 Be The Biggest Movie Ever?
You may scoff, but advance ticket sales are suggesting that Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince may have the biggest opening in US box office history. It's always the quiet, lightning-scarred ones you have to look out for. More »
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Comment by MBPsadly: I just read all the books and re watched the movies and I hope they don't cut a bunch out... 8 Responses | Other threads
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sequels
Why Are Movie Threequels Always So Terrible?
Movie sequels that don't suck are rare creatures — like flying unicorns — but they do exist. But it's almost impossible to find an example of a third movie in a series that didn't self-immolate. Why is that?
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Descent 2
New Descent 2 Stills Put The Ladies Back In The Cave
Break out your caving gear and skin-tight wiggle suits — the girls are going back into the cave. Well, just one girl really, because all the others are dead... or are they? More »
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Comment by TemporalSword: I guess I'm not enough of a horror aficionado to appreciate this. I saw the first one and thought it... 13 Responses | Other threads
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Human Centipede
Horrible Butt-To-Face Human Centipede Pictures Released
Last weekend, we pointed out a new comedy from London's Fright Fest about a mad scientist who kidnaps some poor souls to create his own Human Centipede by sewing their heads and bums together. The pictures are out. [Quiet Earth]
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Comment by Capall: Whoever gets to be the front has the best deal. 13 Responses | Other threads
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gatchaman
Your First Glimpse Of Gatchaman's Defenders Of The Earth
An evil presence threatens the Earth, so it's a good thing there's a brooding hero and a team of plucky volunteers to save us, in this early glimpse at the Gatchaman teaser trailer. I love the CG cityscapes and battles. More »
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Comment by zerofritz: i've mentioned this before, but it's oft worth repeating on the rare chance i watch a video on a gawker... 6 Responses | Other threads
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blade
Who Demanded A Blade Prequel Trilogy Starring Deacon Frost?
Talk about sending in the wrong kind of vampire to make Twilighters "shut up and eat their awesome." A rumor's circulating that Deacon Frost is getting his own Blade vampire spin off. Wesley Snipes is gonna be pissed. More »
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Comment by Hello Mister Walrus: I liked Deacon Frost. Plus, there is no way that this could be worse than Blade 3. 10 Responses | Other threads
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tennis hero
Tennis Star Plans Super Trip From Courts To Multiplexes
Having just won the Wimbledon ladies tennis tournament for the third time, it's time for Serena Williams to start turning her attention to new frontiers, and we're not talking making mixtapes for Nike; apparently, she's hoping to become a superhero. More »
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Comment by SynicVance2.0: Besides Storm, are there any other black female superheroes, I'm curious. 5 Responses | Other threads
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harry potter
Half-Blood Prince Is The Best Harry Potter Movie, Say Early Reviews
A batch of Harry Potter reviews have been released. And while everyone's unanimous that the new film isn't for those unfamiliar with the Hogwarts curriculum, it's still the best movie to come out of J.K. Rowling's books. Spoilers ahead. More »
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Comment by Aidan_: They "cut out the...big climactic scene"? So...No Pg. 596? I'm trying to be spoiler-friendly for those who don't know. Why... 13 Responses | Other threads
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stan lee
Stan Lee's Venom Cameo Already Written
If there's a movie based on a Marvel comic, there'll be a cameo for Marvel mascot Stan Lee. As if to prove that, even though the Spider-Man spin-off Venom is still being written, Lee's role has already been locked down. More »
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Comment by Don't Make Me Ang Lee. You wouldn't like me when I'm Ang Lee.: shut up everyone, and check this out - Stan Lee should totally play Venom! 4 Responses | Other threads
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g.i. joe
Ninjas Fight, Christopher Eccleston Snarks And Cobra Commander Snarls In Japanese G.I. Joe Trailer
A new Japanese trailer for G.I. Joe showcases more flashy CG cityscapes and weird action sequences, plus our best look at Joseph Gordon Levitt as Cobra Commander/The Doctor. But mostly it proves Christopher Eccleston will steal this movie. More »
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Comment by MargaretMoony: Eccleston can do no wrong. Sure, he was in "The Seeker" and in this but he's so Eccleston. 4 Responses | Other threads
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harry potter
59 Stills From Harry Potter Show Ominous Skies And Growing Pains
Dark clouds gather over Hogwarts, in a new image from Harry Potter and The Half Blood Prince. Other stills show teenage lonesomeness and growing pains. It seems like yesterday these young wizards were sneaking polyjuice potion in the bathroom. More »
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Comment by Hello Mister Walrus: Harry Potter is going to be like 30 when they finish all these movies. 6 Responses | Other threads
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sequels
15 Science Fiction Movie Sequels That Don't Utterly Suck
Transformers 2 suffered from a terrible case of sequel-itis, raising our fears that upcoming Star Trek and Iron Man sequels will contract this deadly ailment. But it doesn't have to be that way: Here are 15 sequels that didn't suck. More » -
concept art
The Horror And Glory Of Blood: The Last Vampire's Ancient Blood-Suckers
Blood: The Last Vampire, opening Friday, won't be just teen vampires kicking butt in schoolgirl uniforms. New concept art from artist Alex Tuis shows more vampire elegance... as well as some grotesque creature designs. Check out a couple more, below. More »
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Comment by littlewade: the cartoon series was awful after 30 episodes the invincible girls with blood poisonous to vampires and has had amnesia after... 3 Responses | Other threads
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jennifer's body
Watch Megan Fox's Topless Demonic Rampage, In Jennifer's Body Trailer
Jennifer's Body, Diablo Cody's blood-stained high school story about what happens when the pretty popular girl (Megan Fox) starts eating all the boys has released its red-band (maybe nsfw) trailer. If a half-naked demon Fox doesn't sell tickets, nothing will. More » -
District 9
Practice Your Alien Target Shooting In The District 9 Online Game
What better way to teach alien intolerance than with a computer game where you can shoot down members of the opposite species? A new District 9 game pins you against either aliens or humans, guns blazing. More »
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Comment by Hello Mister Walrus: The third screen shot bears a striking resemblance to Fallout 2. 2 Responses | Other threads
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harry potter
New Potter Video Reveals Ron's Love-Drunk Snogs And Harry's Descent Into Darkness
HBO's Harry Potter special gives a detailed look into the new year at Hogwarts. It's loaded up with new kissing scenes, plus more from Bellatrix Lestrange, Professor Horace Slughorn and a look at bringing down London's Millenium Bridge. More »
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Comment by Aidan_: The people who find Helena Bonham Carter attractive in roles like this (Bellatrix, Mrs. Lovett) really...bother me. Because, yeah, what's more... 15 Responses | Other threads
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watchmen
Does Watchmen's Leak Matter?
With weeks to go before Watchmen: The Director's Cut hits DVD and Blu-Ray (as well as a few cinema screens), it's leaked onto torrent sites across the internet. But unlike the similar Wolverine leak earlier this year, does anyone care? More »
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Comment by CodenameV: People actually *liked* Watchmen, and would want to actually buy it, to ensure the best possible quality plus bonus features. Further,... 12 Responses | Other threads
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Cult Movie Worship
Dog Versus Zombie Sex Slave In New Deadgirl Clip Plus A Human Centipede
Can't get enough of the pretty dead girl in the basement? Well here's a new clip to calm your cravings, you sick, sick puppy. Also, The Horde's Frenchie zombies have a trailer and Human Centipede freaks us out. More »
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Comment by GreyHammer: if that zambie chick can kill the dog while bound and she doesnt stop the boys from getting down is... 4 Responses | Other threads
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michael bay
Why Bayhem Will Never Be In 3-D
Everyone expects James Cameron's Avatar to launch a new generation of 3-D movies, but Transformers director Michael Bay isn't interested. He also responds to Megan Fox's complaints about his movies not focusing enough on acting. Let the Baytrigue Commence! More »
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Comment by DoctorZoidberg: If I were Michel Bay... I wouldn't want to take credit for 'introducing' Ben Affleck, Nicholas Cage, or Shia LaBouf. 14 Responses | Other threads
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resident evil
Only 14 Months Until Evil Takes Up Residence Again
Start your countdown: the fourth Resident Evil movie (complete with multiple Millas) will arrive in little over a year from now. More »
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Comment by Invisible-Echidna: A count down to another blow to the Resident Evil storyline... *sigh*... 6 Responses | Other threads
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cold souls
Watch 7 Clips From Paul Giamatti's Soul-Rattling New Movie
Cold Souls, the new film about a bizarre soul-extraction process, is mostly a chance for the movie's lead to stretch his comedy muscles in an existential wasteland, judging from seven new clips. Good thing it's Paul Giamatti, then. Spoilers ahead. More »
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Comment by KhaiJB: ...please tell me it's better than that waste of time 'sideways'. 10 Responses | Other threads
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viewmaster
Already, A Toy-Based Movie Even Weirder Than Asteroids
Never mind the Asteroids movie... there just may be a movie being worked on that comes from an even less likely toy origin. Are they really making a movie based on Viewmaster? More »
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Comment by Zadillo: Unlikely toy-based movies? How about: Koosh Balls Pez Dispensers Pogs Silly Putty Slinky It's only a matter of time.... 6 Responses | Other threads
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predators
New Predator Movie Sounds Familiar, Will Be Non-Mainstream(ish)
It's official - Little-known director Nimrod Antal is going to be directing Robert Rodriguez's sequel/reboot to Predator, Predators. But is the name a worrying omen for how much this film will echo James Cameron's Aliens? Rodriguez teases the answer. More »
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Comment by zenseeker: I hope they tie the franchises by making the "group of people" Colonial Marines. 8 Responses | Other threads
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