Monthly Archives: July 2009

Cult horror director Fred Dekker to participate in autograph signing at Comic-Con ’09

Posted on July 19, 2009 by Rene

Director Fred Dekker will participate in an autograph signing to introduce for the first time on DVD, the cult horror classic Night of the Creeps. Sony Pictures Home Entertainment will be providing a limited edition Comic-Con Night of the Creeps … Continue reading →

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Events added surrounding BBC America’s Comic-Con ’09 schedule, including added signings and a party

Posted on July 19, 2009 by Rene

As previously announced, in support of BBC America’s U.S. premiere of four Doctor Who Specials, the Doctor himself, David Tennant, will appear alongside writer/executive producer Russell T Davies at this year’s Comic-Con in San Diego. They will take part in … Continue reading →

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Master of Horror Clive Barker to moderate Fear Clinic series panel event at Comic-Con 2009

Posted on July 19, 2009 by Rene

FEARnet will be at the Sony Pictures Entertainment booth at Comic-Con 2009, on Friday, July 24th, bringing you the cast and director of their new original web horror series Fear Clinic. Horror legends Robert Englund and Kane Hodder will be … Continue reading →

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CSI creator to launch world’s first interactive ‘digi-novel’ at Comic-Con 2009

Posted on July 19, 2009 by Rene

Anthony E. Zuiker, creator of the CSI franchise, and EQAL, creator of the web sensation lonelygirl15, have teamed up on a groundbreaking multimedia project that includes a crime novel by Zuiker, along with a multi-platform interactive experience by EQAL. The … Continue reading →

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First footage from Iron Man 2 to screen during Comic-Con ’09?

Posted on July 18, 2009 by Rene

Well a post on Fadango seemed to sound very confident that at the Iron Man 2 panel happening at the Con, fans will be treated to

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Big Bang Theory and Fringe sneak peek screenings to be held at Comic-Con ’09

Posted on July 18, 2009 by Rene

The cast and producers of The Big Bang Theory will be present for a special screening and Q&A on Friday, during Comic-Con. Then on Saturday, you’ll have a chance to meet the cast and producers of J.J. Abrams’ Fringe, and … Continue reading →

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First official image of Jake Gyllenhaal as the Prince of Persia

Posted on July 18, 2009 by Rene

The first official image of Jake Gyllenhaal in Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time has been posted online by Entertainment Weekly. The photo presents the character Gyllenhaal plays in the movie, Prince Dastan, and it looks like he’s preparing … Continue reading →

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Toy Story 1 and 2 returning to theaters in 3D, plus updates on a boatload of new 3D projects

Posted on July 18, 2009 by Rene

Low-cost quality hosting and domain names: byhandmedia.net On October 2nd, Disney/Pixar has scheduled a short-run release of the Toy Story films as a double feature, according to Screenrant. For two weeks the films will play in theaters. This of course, … Continue reading →

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Adult Swim to bring Batman, The Clone Wars and Robot Chicken to Comic-Con 2009

Posted on July 18, 2009 by Rene

Below is the latest list of Cartoon Network and Adult Swim series panels, signings and events for 2009 Comic Con 2009. Thursday, July 23 ADULT SWIM: Robot Chicken w/ Titan Maximum 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Location: 6A Moderator: Keith Crofford, … Continue reading →

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Anita O’Day: The Life of a Jazz Singer DVD review

Posted on July 18, 2009 by Rene

The portrait that gets painted of self-professed “song-stylist” Anita O’Day in The Life of a Jazz Singer, is one of a woman who had few regrets during a life that had many great adversities; a 20-year addiction to heroin and … Continue reading →

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First four minutes of Green Lantern: First Flight now online

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

The first four minutes of Green Lantern: First Flight, is now available online exclusively at MTV SplashPage. The clip gives you a preview of how Hal Jordan becomes the Green Lantern of Sector 2814. The entire film will be screened … Continue reading →

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Kick-Ass Comic-Con exclusive hand-drawn poster revealed

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

Director Matthew Vaughn’s Kick-Ass Comic-Con panel will take place next Thursday, July 23rd, in Hall H, at 5:45 PM. Well AICN just revealed that Vaughn, along with artist John Romita, Jr. and some of the cast of the impending live-action … Continue reading →

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Free Wi-Fi will be available at Comic-Con International ’09

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

iGoogle is sponsoring free Wi-Fi at Comic-Con International next week. The connection will be available in all areas of the San Diego Convention Center except in the main Exhibit Hall.

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero – Season 1.1 DVD review

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero – Season 1.1 will be released on July 21st, from the pop culture mavens at The Shout! Factory. The four disc set will mark the label’s first release related to the cult animated series. … Continue reading →

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Twilight Saga: New Moon actor confirmed for appearance at Chicago Comic-Con ’09

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

Christopher Heyerdahl, who plays Alastair on the hit TV series Supernatural, who turns to the big screen to portray Marcus in the much anticipated November 2009 release of The Twilight Saga: New Moon, is the latest guest to be confirmed … Continue reading →

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J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek coming to DVD and Blu-ray on November 17th

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

This year audiences thrilled at the triumphant voyage of the Starship Enterprise and her young and vibrant crew in movie theaters across the planet—and on November 17, 2009, the world will go where no one has gone before when STAR … Continue reading →

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Will we find out who The Hobbit’s Bilbo will be during Comic-Con ’09?

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

A Los Angeles Times blog and Sci-Fi Wire is surmising that a big casting announcement may come during Comic-Con International next week. Rumor is that it’s possible the name of the lead star of Guillermo del Toro’s The Hobbit will … Continue reading →

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Veteran horror producers team up for The Violent Kind

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

According to THR, by way of Empire, a group of veteran slasher film producers are teaming up for the horror film The Violent Kind. The film brings together Halloween remake producers Andy Gould and Malek Akkad, along with Jeffrey Allard, … Continue reading →

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Will Robert De Niro go mano-a-mano with Danny Trejo in Machete?

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

Well, according to the folks over at Bloody-Disgusting, hell yeah. The site posted new details on Robert Rodriguez’s Machete, which he’s been developing as a feature ever since it debuted as a faux trailer in Grindhouse. Robert Rodriguez and Ethan … Continue reading →

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Win one of five copies of film festival hit Dakota Skye on DVD

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Rene

On July 21st, E1 Entertainment will release Dakota Skye, a winner of six 2008 festival prizes, on DVD. To celebrate the release, FilmFetish is giving away five copies of the thought-provoking coming-of-age story, to readers.

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Indie Spotlight – the horror films Sabbath and Dread: Reckoning

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

Sabbath starts on a typical Midwest summer day. Within moments, visions of demons, angels and the walking dead signal the start of the Apocalypse. A small group of survivors are left fending for themselves as they await their fate. When … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of I Love You, Man on DVD

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

On August 11, 2009 Paramount Home Entertainment will release the comedy I Love You Man on DVD. Described as “one of the funniest movies of the decade” (Steve Oldfield, Fox -TV), the DVD features hilarious outtakes and deleted scenes, audio … Continue reading →

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Win one of three copies of Dark Rising on DVD

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

On August 11th, a broken heart, a camping trip, a battle axe, a bikini-clad demon and a lesbian ex-fiancée, all hail the newest cult-comedy from E1 Entertainment, when Dark Rising comes to DVD. Made for fans of films like The … Continue reading →

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Win one of three copies of the British crime thriller London to Brighton on DVD

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

On August 11th, the raucous, hard-hitting British thriller that knocked out critics and festival judges, London to Brighton, comes to DVD from E1 Entertainment. To celebrate the release, FilmFetish is giving away three copies of the DVD for readers to … Continue reading →

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If you live in the DETROIT area, get a pair of FREE tickets to a screening of the crime thriller THE COLLECTOR plus Q&A with the director

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

If you live in the Detroit area and would like a chance to nab FREE tickets to a screening of the crime thriller The Collector, send an email with the subject line THE COLLECTOR-FILMFETISH.COM to the following email address: RSVP@genrefilmpartners.com … Continue reading →

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Win one of two DVD or Blu-ray editions of How the Earth Was Made

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

On August 25th, spectacular footage, dramatic CGI and evidence from scientists combine for a stunning History series showing how the violent forces of nature have formed our planet, in How the Earth Was Made. The complete first season will be … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of Gangland: The Complete Season Four 3 disc DVD set

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

On August 25th, delve deep into the real stories of America’s most brutal gangs – a world rarely seen by the uninitiatied – in the next DVD installment of the groundbreaking series from History, Gangland: The Complete Season Four. To … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of Art of War on DVD

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

On August 25th, The History Channel will release Art of War on DVD. Art of War tells the compelling true story of history’s ultimate victory manual and its creator… Sun Tzu. To celebrate the release of Art of War, FilmFetish … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of the Ultimate Collections: World War II: The War In Europe and the Pacific 4 disc DVD set

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

On August 25th, just in time for the 70th anniversary of D-Day, comes a new, value-priced edition of the best-selling World War II Ultimate Collection, featuring four DVDs filled with over 6 hours of exciting war-time programming. To celebrate the … Continue reading →

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Win one of two copies of Battles BC: The Complete Season One on DVD

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Rene

On August 25th, prepare for a riveting portrayal of some of the most exciting battles of ancient history – along with the tales of betrayal, lust, conquest and brutality that often accompanied them, as Battles BC: The Complete Season One … Continue reading →

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