Monthly Archives: January 2009

Win one of two copies of The Naked Gun – the I Love the 80′s Edition on DVD

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

On February 3rd 2009, Paramount will release cult comedy classic, The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, as part of the I Love the 80′s DVD series of film releases. The Naked Gun spurred to sequels and started … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of Flashdance – the I Love the 80′s Edition on DVD

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

On February 3rd 2009, Paramount will release Flashdance, as part of the I Love the 80′s DVD series of film releases. To celebrate the release, FilmFetish.com has gotten our hands on 2 copies of the Special Edition DVDs to give … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of Coming to America – the I Love the 80′s Edition on DVD

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

On February 3rd 2009, Paramount will release Eddie Murphy’s comedy classic, Coming to America, as part of the I Love the 80′s DVD series of film releases. To celebrate the release, FilmFetish.com has gotten our hands on 2 copies of … Continue reading →

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Emmerich gets next Isaac Asimov film adaptation

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Sony’s Columbia Pictures won an auction late yesterday for adaptation rights to Isaac Asimov’s Foundation, the ground breaking science fiction book trilogy. Roland Emmerich has been attached to produce and direct the eventual film project. The series of eight short … Continue reading →

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Tsui Hark and Andy Lau team for Phantom Flame

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

According to THR, Tsui Hark (Seven Swords) will direct Andy Lau (Infernal Affairs) in the period martial arts suspense thriller Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame, which starts shooting in Hong Kong and China this May. Hark … Continue reading →

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Bruce Lee museum approved by officials

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

A bid by a Hong Kong tycoon to preserve the one-time estate of martial arts icon Bruce Lee, and transform it into a museum and tourist attraction, was approved, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The decision comes after a long … Continue reading →

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Eagle Eye director now eyeing Jack the Giant Killer

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

DJ Caruso has signed on to helm the film Jack the Giant Killer for New Line Cinema, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Neal Moritz is producing via his Original Film banner along with David Dobkin. Mark Bomback (Live Free or … Continue reading →

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Colin Farrell, Ed Harris, Jim Sturgess all to find The Way Back

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Director Peter Weir (Witness, The Truman Show) will being working with Colin Farrell, Ed Harris, Jim Sturgess and Saoirse Ronan, on his next film, The Way Back. All are in final negotiations to star in the fact-based story of a … Continue reading →

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Studios returning to the Super Bowl for 2009

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

A laundry list of of film studios, that ready to dish out the hefty pricetag to advertise during Super Bowl XLIII. The economy has scared some off major marketers this time around, but it hasn’t forced Hollywood to sit things … Continue reading →

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Inhabited Island film details

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

There was a story on Variety about how well the Russian sci-fi epic Inhabited Island opened locally, so I wanted to share some details on this film. The film is a certified blockbuster in Russia and the Ukraine, and has … Continue reading →

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Quantum of Solace becomes top Bond film

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Sony and MGM’s Quantum of Solace has blazed past Casino Royale to become the highest grossing Bond film of all time, according to Variety. Quantum accomplished the milestone Wednesday night, with a total of $167.1 million, according to Rentrak. Casino … Continue reading →

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Quantum becomes top Bond film of all-time

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Sony and MGM’s Quantum of Solace has blazed past Casino Royale to become the highest grossing Bond film of all time, according to Variety. Quantum accomplished the milestone Wednesday night, with a total of $167.1 million, according to Rentrak. Casino … Continue reading →

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Ebony/Jet Entertainment taps Codeblack Entertainment for historic film partnership, including Sundance Fest pick

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Codeblack Entertainment, the first African American-owned new media and entertainment company, has announced a historic and ground-breaking partnership with Ebony/Jet Entertainment Group. The agreement brings the global brand to the creation, development, production, marketing and distribution of existing and future … Continue reading →

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European Union film support goes global

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

The European Commission today proposed an international cooperation program for the audiovisual industry which seeks to strengthen cultural and commercial ties between Europe’s film industry and film-makers of third countries. The Media Mundus program will provide 15 million euros ($20.5M) … Continue reading →

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Wall-E and Man on Wire top Golden Tomato Awards

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Rotten Tomatoes today announced the 10th annual Golden Tomato Awards, which pay tribute to the best and worst reviewed films of the past year. Films are ranked according to their Tomatometer scores, which are based on the published opinions of … Continue reading →

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Warners to release limited edition record of My Chemical Romance’s cover of Bob Dylan tune from Watchmen

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

A 12” vinyl picture disc of My Chemical Romance’s powerful cover of Bob Dylan’s Desolation Row, recorded exclusively for the upcoming feature film Watchmen, will be released by Warner Records on January 27th, 2009. Fans will be able to pre-order … Continue reading →

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Quantum of Solace on DVD and Blu-ray in March

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

The high-octane action of the world’s most famous secret agent continues when Quantum of Solace explodes onto Blu-ray Disc and DVD this March from MGM and Fox Home Entertainment. A worldwide box office phenomenon, Quantum of Solace has broken countless … Continue reading →

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World’s Greatest Dad and The Informers set for Sundance premieres

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Gradient Effects recently completed visual effects on the feature films World’s Greatest Dad, starring Academy Award winner Robin Williams, and The Informers, starring Golden Globe winner Mickey Rourke and Academy Award winner Kim Basinger. Both films are premiering at the … Continue reading →

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NAB Show 2009

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

David Helfand, an Emmy-winning editor, and Michael Tronick, editor of Hairspray and Mr. and Mrs. Smith, will speak during the Post|Production World Conference at the 2009 NAB Show in Las Vegas. NAB Show organizers also announced today that Avid Technology, … Continue reading →

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Chandni Chowk to China to have widest U.S. opening of any Bollywood film

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Warner Bros. will be releasing the Indian martial arts comedy Chandni Chowk to China today in the U.S. The film will open on more than 125 screens in over 50 markets, making it the largest-ever opening of any Bollywood film … Continue reading →

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Build your crime family in The Godfather II

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Electronic Arts and Paramount Digital announced that The Godfather II videogame will be shipping on February 24th 2009, in North America and on February 27th in Europe. The Godfather II allows players to both act like a mobster and think … Continue reading →

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Yahoo attempts to bridge gap between TV and the net

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Yahoo!’s Connected TV group today unveiled the next generation of technology and services for Internet-connected televisions. The company has forged partnerships with top CE manufacturers to launch a widget-based user experience for TV that brings the best of the Web … Continue reading →

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Chiller Theater Spring 2009

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Title: Chiller TheaterLocation: Hilton Parsippany, One Hilton Court, Parsippany, NJ 07054Link out: Click hereDescription: Horror, comic and movie fan and memorabilia convention. Guests will include: John Amplas Martin Dawn of the Dead George Romero Director Dawn of the Dead, Creepshow … Continue reading →

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Last day for mailed tix to NY Comic-Con; also, Fringe/Heroes stars, Joss Whedon to appear

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Today is the last day to purchase tickets by mail for New York Comic-Con (NYCC), and still receive them in the mail before the show. After today, you will still be able to purchase tickets online presumably, however, they will … Continue reading →

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Groundbreaking 3D Monsters vs. Aliens spot to air during Super Bowl and 3D Chuck episode to follow

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

“Don’t Chuck Your Glasses” after Super Bowl XLIII DreamWorks and SoBe Lifewater announced that they are teaming with Intel and NBC to create a first-of-its kind, nationwide Monstrous 3D event for Super Bowl XLIII. This first-ever all 3D Super Bowl … Continue reading →

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Rare prop auction from Underworld movies

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Rene

Title: Rare prop auction from Underworld moviesLocation: 128 Sierra Street, El Segundo, CA 90245Link out: Click hereDescription: Premiere Props announced today that they will be hosting a charity auction of never before seen movie props and costumes from Sony Pictures’ … Continue reading →

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The Dark Knight returns to theaters on January 23rd

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Rene

Warner Bros. Pictures is bringing The Dark Knight back for a return engagement in IMAX and theatres on January 23, 2009, giving audiences one more chance to see the film on the big screen. The film will re-open nationwide, it … Continue reading →

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Nielsen Media to launch MovieWeek LA event

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Rene

Nielsen Business Media today announced that it will launch MovieWeek LA in 2010, an annual industry and consumer gathering that will explore the art, craft and business of creating the moving image. The confab – which is being created by … Continue reading →

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Fox and Warners make amends and Watchmen

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Rene

Reports are that Warner Bros. and Fox have resolved their dispute over Watchmen, and they are scheduled to present a settlement to Judge Gary Feess tomorrow and request that the case be dismissed. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed, … Continue reading →

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Costumes from Takashi Miike’s “kid’s film” Yatterman revealed

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Rene

Variety Asia and Japan Today posted some pics from Takashi Miike’s next film Yattaman, or Yatterman, based on an animation which first aired in Japan in the late 1970s. Miike, who has directed some of the most violent crime thrillers … Continue reading →

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