René Carson

Originally Published: June 23, 2005 For hardcore action fans, Ong Bak stands as one of the most kinetic films to come from any Asian country, much less Thailand. Star Tony Jaa, is on his way to becoming the next Jackie Chan or Bruce Lee… or both. Well, if the trailer for Tom Yum Goong is ….

Originally Published: Friday, August 20, 2004 ADV FILMS has announced that the network has launched a web portal to coincide with the launch of it’s linear feed. The Anime Network was only available On Demand in most markets. As of July 27th, it is available 24/7 in selected major markets. The network showcases all types ….

Originally Published: Friday, August 20, 2004 PAINTING WITH FIRE, the only full length feature documentary on the life and work of living legend FRANK FRAZETTA, will finally get its television premiere on the Independent Film Channel on Saturday, August 28th at 8:00 pm eastern time. The indie friendly channel will also show the film at ….

Originally Published: Sunday, August 29, 2004 The much anticipated RAY CHARLES biopic, RAY, will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. The TAYLOR HACKFORD directed pic will screen alongside HILARY SWANK’S film RED DUST, a film about South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation process. In the Masters sidebar, the North American ….

Originally Published: October 1 , 2004 Movie-List has re-posted the Comicon footage of the upcoming SIN CITY, ROBERT RODRIGUEZ adaptation, being co-directed by FRANK MILLER who created the original graphic novel series. After viewing the Quicktime movie again, I have some issues with the pacing and setup. I know they are still in production but ….

Originally Published: October 11, 2004 OHN SINGLETON has been trying for some time to independently produce projects under his own banner. He’s finally is getting the chance with HUSTLE & FLOW, first-time writer/director CRAIG BREWER’s film about a small town rapper trying to make it to the big time. In doing so, the innovative young ….

Originally Published: October 11, 2004 WARREN ZIDE’s ANTHEM PICTURES has acquired the rights to create a feature film based on the video games series SOUL CALIBRE. This is a game I personally think has been waiting too long to be snapped up by a major producer. The story arch is perfect for film, and if ….

Originally Published: October 12, 2004 The First Annual HIP HOP FILM FESTIVAL will take place in Atlanta, GA in Spring of 2005. Atlanta based Creative Circle Entertainment is presenting the 3 day fest, with an eye towards making it an annual tradition in the area. Hip Hop’s finest will be rewarded for their contributions to ….

Originally Published: February 27, 2007 The looong in development Basic Instinct sequel, Risk Addiction, is finally in pre-production in London. But this highly anticipated sexy sequel to the Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone 1992 hit, has had a long road, filled with cast changes, director shake-ups and more. Here’s a brief history of the life of ….

Originally Published: December 21 , 2004 MTV Films, whose recent slate includes Aeon Flux, The Longest Yard and The Warriors, is producing a film that will explore life at a school for privileged kids. The project, entitled Prep, centers on teens at the school with more money and time than they know what to do ….

Originally Published: September 1, 2005 Dying for Dolly arrives in theaters on November 25, 2005. Although Usher has made a number of big screen appearances (including She’s All That, Light it Up and The Faculty), Dolly will be his first starring role. In the film, Usher saves a mob boss’s life, and is rewarded for ….

Originally Published: March 1, 2005 Here is a list of some of the products Hollywood will be trying to get you to go and see in 2006. Some of the films don’t have distributors yet, and some may not have casting. Splinter Cell (2006) Paramount Pictures Sam Fisher, an elite Black-Ops agent called the Splinter ….

Originally Published: August 31, 2005 Hollywood always saves it’s most complicated, challenging and Oscar worthy films for Fall. While this year is no different, I do notice that there are more action flicks on deck than usual. Could be because Summer was so bad for Hollywood, that many films were pulled, to re-tool for the ….

Originally Published: September 1, 2005 I have just posted some brand new clips from Sony’s The Exorcism of Emily Rose. In an extremely rare decision, the Catholic Church officially recognized the demonic possession of a 19 year-old college freshman.  Told in terrifying flashbacks, The Exorcism of Emily Rose chronicles the haunting trial of the priest ….