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David Carradine found Dead
Sad news has been reported today. Actor David Carradine was found dead in his hotel in Thailand under uncertain circumstances. He was 72.Carradine was probably best remembered for his roles as Kwai Chang Caine on the 1970s televesion series Kung Fu, ...
Pegg and Frost add Cast Members for 'Paul'
A few days ago I reviewed Hot Fuzz, a hilarious comedy starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost and directed by Edgar Wright. I mentioned that I hoped for a movie reunion of these three, since both Hot Fuzz and Shaun of the Dead were so successful. Today, ...
Steve McQueen Biopic
A few months ago, it was announced that a Steve McQueen biopic was in the works, with Michael Cerenzie and Christine Peters producing. According to Variety, the project will likely end up at Paramount and will cover McQueen's Hollywood career. No ETA...
32nd Anniversary of Star Wars - One Day Late
Oops! Yesterday I forgot to mention why it is one of the most important dates in film history. 32 years ago, on May 25, 1977, Star Wars premiered! Obviously, the movie went on to be a great box-office success and one of the very first blockbusters. I...
Hot Fuzz (2007)
Hot FuzzRelease Date: February 14, 2007Director: Edgar WrightStarring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Jim Broadbent, Timothy DaltonRated: RRuntime: 121 minutesThe Slant / Made it, Ma! Top of the World!Hot Fuzz is everything I expected from the team that pr...
Porco Rosso (1992)
Porco RossoRelease Date: July 18, 1992 (Japan), March 5, 2004 (North America)Director: Hayao MiyazakiStarring (English Dub): Michael Keaton, Cary Elwes, Susan Egan, Kimberly Williams, David Ogden StiersRated: PGRuntime: 94 minutesThe Slant / Here's ...
