I Walk the Line

Originally Published: October 24, 2005 “He was willing and able to be the champion of people who didn’t have one. And I think the power of his performance came from the tension between this man who was deeply spiritual and also a real wild man. I can see how rappers would love that ‘I shot ….

Freedomland Trailer Online

Originally Published: October 28, 2005 Sony has recently posted the trailer for Freedomland online. Freedomland opens on December 23, 2005 in New York and L.A., then on January 13, 2006 wide. The Joe Roth directed film tells the story of a single mother (Julianne Moore) who blames an African-American man from the projects for the ….

Just Friends Now Online

Originally Published: October 28, 2005 New Line just launched a web site for Just Friends, which hits theatres November 23rd. Some of the features of the site include personal profile pages of all the characters, free mobile ring tones based on the film, wallpapers and AIM icons. Just Friends stars Ryan Reynolds as a former ….

Syriana Out to Get Us?

Originally Published: October 28, 2005 Talk about art imitating life (or is it the other way around). I happen to be listening to CNN right now and how ‘Scooter” Libby is about to be indicted on perjury charges. At the same time, Floridians, reeling from the affects of hurricane Wilma, are lining up for as ….

Originally Published: May 19 , 2002

2002 ALMA Award Winners Here is a list of winners at the 2002 American Latino Media Arts (ALMA) Awards, which were presented Saturday night in Los Angeles by the National Council of La Raza: Outstanding motion picture: “Piero” Actor in a motion picture: Benjamin Bratt, “Piero” Actress in a motion picture: Laura Elena Harring, “Mulholland ….

Ong is Bak

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 ….

Anime Network Launches Fulltime

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 ….

RAY World Premiere Slated for Toronto

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 ….

Another Visit to SIN CITY

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 ….

SOUL CALIBRE To Hit Big Screen

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 ….

Hip Hip Don’t Stop

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 ….