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2009 to date
Five Lessons To Have Learned From 2009 Already
With the middle of the year having fallen earlier this week (July 2nd for the curious), it's time to take stock, look back and wonder: What has 2009 taught us so far?
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book review
io9's Hivemind Reviews The Terminator 4 Novelization
Terminator Salvation felt more like a weak music video than a movie, with a story that was hard to piece together. So it's a good thing the novelization is written by super-prolific author Alan Dean Foster, right? Spoilers ahead...
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terminator salvation
Terminator Is A Hit Everywhere But The US
Think that Star Trek is the hit of the year? That's only because you're looking at the US grosses. Outside of America, James T. Kirk's ass is being kicked by Christian Bale... and quite a few other people, as well. More » -
movies
So When Does The Writers Strike Stop Ruining Movies?
Hollywood writers went on strike in 2007-2008, but we're only seeing the results now, in a crop of summer movies with half-baked scripts and abnormally dunderheaded writing. So when do we start seeing some movies that the strike didn't wreck?
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The Scientific Vision That Led To Terminator Vision
Wondering how the makers of Terminator Salvation came up with their particular brand of "machine vision"? A new behind the scenes video explains it all - including the debt it owes to NASA's Mars Rover. More »
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Comment by MyNameIsTooAwesome: I was wondering...why do robots see like that...wouldn't that info be streamed directly into it's brain/processor/positronic brain? 2 Responses | Other threads
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british box office
Why Does The UK Love America's Flops?
Ignore Terminator Salvation's US box office and look to Britain, where it's just had the best opening weekend of 2009 so far... replacing the previous holder of that title, X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Why is Britain more accepting of shoddy sci-fi? More »
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Comment by TemporalSword: I have NEVER said to myself: "Self, I'd really like to go see this cool-looking action/sci-fi/drama movie, but it reminds... 8 Responses | Other threads
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rant
Memo To Hollywood: Rip-Off, Don't Remake
With news of another CJ7 and Masi Oka's new Defenders coming on the heels of the (relative) failure of Terminator Salvation and (complete) failure of Land Of The Lost, we're left wondering: Are stealth reboots are the way to go?
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international terminator
The Rest Of The World Loves Terminator
Terminator Salvation may have disappointed with its take at the US box office, but with the movie opening internationally this past weekend, it's looking as if the movie's true audience might lie overseas. More »
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Comment by Dejanus: Prepare for a shock, I thought Salvation was a damn good movie with a decent plot and amazing action. Okay, ban... 13 Responses | Other threads
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Terminator 5 Travels In Time And Space?
Will the fifth Terminator movie return to the more familiar time traveling formula of the first three, following the disappointment of Terminator Salvation at the box office? A new rumor suggests yes... but with a twist. More »
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Comment by Quantumstream: I dont see what all the fuss is about .I reallyliked T 4 , and welcome a 2nd film with... 7 Responses | Other threads
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terminator
When All Else Fails, Terminator 4 Tempts You With CG Arnold
Looks like it's come to this. Hoping to drum up some much-needed new buzz, the latest Terminator Salvation TV Spot reveals the big surprise twist in the ending: CG Arnold Schwarzenegger. More »
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Comment by Belabras: Eh, it wasn't a terrible movie. That said, if you only have money to see one movie, see Up. Much... 7 Responses | Other threads
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youtube trawl
He'll Be Back... With Guitars
Terminator Salvation didn't live up to your expectations? Wash away your woes and disappointment with this look at what could've been: The Terminator power ballad musical. More »
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triviagasm
Kick-Ass Scenes That Are In Trailers, But Aren't In The Movies
Check out this Star Trek TV spot — notice something that wasn't in the movie? That's right: around 0:15, there's baby Spock, complete with teeny Vulcan ears! Why do studios throw cool scenes into trailers, then cut them out of the final movies? Here's a list. More » -
rant
Will Transformers 2 Be The Perfect Movie?
Here's our first look at Alice, the co-ed with a secret, in Transformers 2. After a whole summer of wannabe Michael Bay films, we're finally going to get the work of Bay himself. It'll be ludicrous, fiery, splodey, car-crazy and slapsticky. In short, the perfect film. Spoilers and pics below.
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The Real* Reason Terminator Salvation Flopped
Forget about talk about disappointing writing and McG's choppy direction, there's only one reason why Terminator Salvation failed at the box office, and his name is Barack Obama. Don't believe me? I have a chart. More » -
morning spoilers
Optimus Prime's New Weapon, John Connor's Ultimate Fate And Lost's Ending!
Spoilers illuminate our futures! Case in point: McG discusses how John Connor's journey ends. And Iron Man 2 set photos show Tony Stark's future. There are also new Transformers 2 and Green Lantern pics. Plus spoilers for Eureka, Lost, True Blood, Warehouse 13, Chuck and Smallville. Spoilers are clairvoyant! More »
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Comment by ManchuCandidate: I can't imagine Zod being a Kryptonian Hedonist. Just doesn't match up. I prefer the more spartan "Kneel Before Zod"... 4 Responses | Other threads
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rant
Why Joss And Buffy Don't Need Each Other
A Buffy movie without Joss Whedon? While some may be shouting that it's insane, immoral and just plain wrong, I have to admit: It sounds like a great idea to me. Here's why.
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Comment by AldoraGreel: I never quite "got" Joss Whedon's works. I've seen Buffy the movie. I've seen a few episodes of... 8 Responses | Other threads
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rant
Terminator Salvation Made Me Miss Sarah Connor Chronicles More
Terminator Salvation and the Sarah Connor Chronicles both ended the same way: in a post-apocalyptic future, with John Connor lost and confused. But there's only one Terminator story I want to see continued, and it's not connected to McG. Here's why Salvation made me miss Sarah Connor more than ever. More » -
geek chic
Peace Breaks Out Between Robots And Humans
Call it a fitting, if belated, end to our Killer Robot Week; a t-shirt sign that, one day, human and bot will live in perfect harmony... or, at least, be able to shake hands without disaster. More » -
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Please Refer To: DISASTER, This Is A
I refuse to believe that giant robots in any way shape or form can be a disaster. More » -
terminator salvation
Terminator Salvation Falters At Box Office
Are organized sports the reason for a disappointing opening for Terminator Salvation? Warner Bros. are suggesting that may be the case following the news that it'll gross less than T3 in its first weekend. More »
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terminator salvation
Ben Bests Bale At Box Office
Apparently, killer robots can be defeated by animated inanimate objects. At least, that's one conclusion to be drawn from Friday's US box office, which saw Terminator Salvation outgrossed by Night At The Museum 2. More » -
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So What Did You Think Of Terminator Salvation?
We've told you what we thought of Terminator Salvation, but what about you? How does it stack up to the first three movies? If you can read this, you are the movie critic. More » -
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The io9 Survival Guide To The Terminator Universe
Terminator Salvation is in theaters, and all your friends are rushing to see it. But you won't be ready to face this robot-oppressed future, unless you know all about the Terminator franchise first. Here's all the best io9 Terminator coverage. More » -
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Moon Bloodgood Talks Her Terminated Topless Scene
So after all McG's excitement about naked Moon Bloodgood, turns out he was the one to cut out the infamous Salvation topless scene. Moon had no problem with it — we know, because we asked her. Find out what that scene entailed, and why it was cut. More » -
review
Terminator Salvation's Terrible Shortfall
In Terminator Salvation, John Connor's voice carries over the radio waves, telling stories about the human spirit and how it'll triumph over our robot oppressors. As if the power of storytelling will save our future. So why is the movie itself so inept at storytelling? Massive, bone-crushing spoilers below. More » -
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Sarah Connor's Time-Traveling Booty Call, And Other Great Terminator Spoofs
Learn why the T-800 has an Austrian accent, hear the T4 theme music ukulele-style, and find out the real reason Kyle Reese went back in time. Here is collection of great Terminator spoofs, tributes and YouTube skits. More »
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morning spoilers
Pics And Major Spoilers From Transformers 2, New Moon, Surrogates, Green Lantern And Fringe!
The tail end of the Terminator Salvation spoilers is our signal to start spoiling later movies - like Transformers 2, Surrogates, Green Lantern and New Moon. But there's also television spoilers: the Fringe and Chuck producers explain what's ahead for both shows. More »
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morning spoilers
New Terminator Salvation Clips, Plus McG Talks You Through Terminator 5
Terminator Salvation comes out tomorrow, but you can watch two more clips from this film today — and director McG talks Terminator 5. Eliza Dushku forecasts Dollhouse season two. Also: G.I. Joe, Transformers and Lost. More »
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Comment by EarthSmiles: OMG! I had forgotten what a delicious treat Juliet Landau was as Drusilla! As I recall, she and Julie Benz (as... 6 Responses | Other threads
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terminator
Resistance Fighter Moon Bloodgood Gets Her Own Terminator CG Web Series
Want to know more about a minor character's climb up the ranks of the Resistance? The new six-episode Terminator Salvation machinima takes place two years before the film, exploring new bots and resistance-building. More »
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morning spoilers
The Inside Scoop On Spider-Man 4, Gamer, Planet 51, Lost, Thor And Terminator: Salvation
Today's spoiler diet: Terminator Salvation reviews! Transformers 2 images! Land Of The Lost TV spots! Human Target suckage! Plus major revelations from Spider-Man 4, Lost, Gamer, Thor and Planet 51. Spoilers are nutritious! More »
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terminator
Sam Worthington Explains The Trouble With Killer Robots
Shooting with a giant metal monster that wants to rip you in half can't be all that easy. Terminator Salvation star Sam Worthington talks working with the metal giants and avoiding on-set explosions. Spoilers attack!
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sci-fi chic
Star Trek's Final Frontier Not Fashion
Star Trek may still be riding high at the box office, but there's one area where it's lacking, according to (of all places) the Financial Times: It's fashion sense. More » -
morning spoilers
Behind The Scenes Of Terminator Salvation! Doctor Who's Awkward Reunion! Locke's Fate Explained!
Spoiler frenzy! There's tons of Terminator Salvation behind-the-scenes footage. Plus more Transformers story details. New Doctor Who set pics reveal a surprising twist. The fate of Lost's Locke explained! Also: Iron Man, Smallville and Reaper. More »
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Hydrobot
Meet The Newest, Fishiest Terminator
Ahead of next weekend's release of Terminator: Salvation, take a look at the real life construction of the movie's HydroBots, just the kind of thing to make you scared of the water all over again. More »
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Comment by gorehound: and this stuff might look cool but the movie is only PG13. 1 Responses | Other threads
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morning spoilers
Terminator Salvation Review, Iron Man 2 Set Report And Bizarre Doctor Who Rumors!
Today's spoilers include Sam Worthington talking Terminator 5, plus a hint about Sam Rockwell's role in Iron Man 2. Plus, ultra-demented Doctor Who villain rumors! Juliet's fate on Lost! Stargate Universe video! Green Lantern pics! More »
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Comment by CoffinDodger (If the typos crap. Blame my keyboard): THE SUN!! Credible in the UK. Are you insane. Its a pile of shit. Even papers like the Guardian and... 7 Responses | Other threads
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book review
Terminator Art You'll Want To Paint On Your Van
Terminator Salvation will burn itself onto your retinas, if it's anything like the concept art in a new book, The Art Of Terminator Salvation. Another new book shows how Salvation's crazy set pieces came together. More »
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terminator
MGM Sets Its Sights On Terminator Franchise
A rare window is opening up for MGM to make a power play at the Terminator films, and rumor has it, they're going to make McG and company and offer they can't refuse. More »
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Comment by TemporalSword: I realize Hollywood is a business, but crap like this just makes me mad. I feel sorry for WB. They've been... 7 Responses | Other threads
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morning spoilers
Spoiler Freakout For Iron Man 2, V, Flash Forward And Smallville!
Today's spoilers include stars explaining what to expect in Battlestar Galactica: The Plan and Caprica. Plus hints from Terminator Salvation, Iron Man 2 and Transformers 2. And deadly spoilers for Flash Forward, V and Smallville. More »
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Comment by thevarrior: Caprica will have "multiple Zoes" in the nightclub? ... good god, this is going to be shit. And it looks like The... 6 Responses | Other threads
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flow my tears
Dick's Tears To Flow Into Theaters
Ready for a new movie based on a classic Philip K. Dick novel, from the people who are bringing you Terminator Salvation? Halcyon Pictures have announced plans to film Flow My Tears, The Policeman Said. More »
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morning spoilers
The Making Of Terminator Salvation's Harvester Attack, Plus Who's In Star Trek 2?
Today's spoiler-blast includes a new Terminator Salvation clip and our first Star Trek 2 hints. Plus Land Of The Lost TV spots, and Battlestar Galactica TV movie talk. Plus Lost, Transformers, Heroes and Smallville. Spoiler-alert! More »
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