Inglourious stays atop Aussie box office

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 31 August 2009 by Ben

Quentin Tarantino's latest film, Inglourious Basterds, which is led by Brad Pitt has continued it's hold of the top spot at the Aussie box office with an estimated $2.1 million taken. The star-studded Taking of Pelham 123 with Denzel Washington and John Travolta debuted in second spot with an estimated $1.7 million - a disappointing result for a film with two Hollywood heavyweights. The Ugly Truth - the latest romantic comedy starring Katherin Heigl and Gerard Butler slippe... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Horro wins out at the U.S box office

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 31 August 2009 by Ben

The Final Destination in 3D won the battle at the U.S box office for the top spot with an estimated $28.3 million, with the fourth film the in the franchise debuting strongly. Quentin Tarantino's latest flick, Inglourious Basterds secured second spot with $20 million taken over it's second weekend. The Brad Pitt led World War II film has now grossed over $73.8 million. Halloween II, the sequel to Rob Zombie's sequel to the 2007 re-make of the decades old Halloween franchise... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Hendrix on the big screen? Bring it on

0 Comments | Posted on Friday, 28 August 2009 by Ben

According to Variety - the next musician to appear on the big screen may be the one and only Jimi Hendrix. It's been reported Legendary Pictures will create a feature film about the legendary guitarist. It's no surprise this has happened. With the 40th anniversary of Woodstock, Hendrix sent the crowd into euphoria with his performance of 'The Star-Spangled Banner'. There may be one hurdle though - acquiring rights to the Hendriz estate has been a problem in the past. No one... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Horror set to battle at the U.S box office

0 Comments | Posted on Friday, 28 August 2009 by Ben

This weekend at the U.S box office see's the release of two horror flicks - Halloween II and The Final Destination in 3D. According to boxofficeguru.com, the distributors (Weinstein Bros for Halloween II and Warner Bros for The Final Destination in 3D) are hoping to attract millions of dedicated horror flick fans. District 9 was a sci-fi but still performed incredibly well upon debut. Taking Woodstock is also released but may struggle to reach the numbers hoped because of p... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

The new Christopher Nolan epic?

0 Comments | Posted on Thursday, 27 August 2009 by Will

Christopher Nolan is responsible for some of my favourite films of all time, Memento, The Prestige and The Dark Knight. His new opus, which was penned by both him and his brother (similar to his other works) is INCEPTION. Not much is known about the film other than it stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Marion Cotillard, Ellen Page and Cillian Murphy. It’s about a corporate type that is involved in some form of blackmail situation, or is he? Rumours are rife on the web whether this is one of those flicks t... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

So what is Avatar all about?

0 Comments | Posted on Thursday, 27 August 2009 by Will

If you’ve been in orbit around Proxima century for the last decade, then you may not have heard about a little film called AVATAR, releasing this December. Written and directed by James Cameron and his first feature film since Titanic in 1997, it tells the story of a paraplegic Marine, played by Australia’s own Sam Worthington, whom is sent to the distant mining colony on the moon Pandora. Here, he is given the ability to control a genetic hybrid of both his and the native’s (Na’vi) DNA, allowin... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Carell, Rudd and Galifianakis team up

0 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 26 August 2009 by Ben

This one sounds like a beauty - Steve Carell, Paul Rudd and the fat guy from The Hangover - Zach Galifianakis are set to team up for a Jay Roach directed film titled Dinner For Schmucks. Due for release in 2010, the film will see a combination of three of the funniest guys in Hollywood. Steve Carell is hilarious - think Anchorman, Get Smart, etc. Paul Rudd took off with his performance in I Love You, Man and Galifianakis stole the show in The Hangover and is sure to feature in many mo... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Charity screening for Camp Quality

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 25 August 2009 by Ben

In a little bit of self promotion - it's been announced that EVENT Cinemas will play host to the 2009 charity screenings for Camp Quality and the film will be Disney's action adventure - G-Force. The screenings will take place on Sunday 13th September at 11am with proceeds going to Camp Quality. “We are thrilled to be involved for another year with Event Cinemas, Greater Union and Birch Carroll & Coyle, in the screening of this comedy adventure. We are truly thankful for our partnersh... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Writer announced for Bourne 4

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 25 August 2009 by Ben

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Josh Zetumer has signed on to write the script for the fourth film in the hugely successful Bourne series. I've loved all three films so far and can't wait to see the fourth edition due for release in 2011 - it's been awhile since a film kept you involved without too much effort but enough action and suspense like all three films so far. George Nolfi, who worked the Bourne Ultimatum, came back for the fourth film but a clash of schedulin... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Inglourious Basterds tops the charts

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 24 August 2009 by Ben

Inglourious Basterds, starring Brad Pitt took $37.6 million on debut ensuring top spot at the U.S box office with the fans flocking to cinemas everywhere. Quentin Tarantino had his biggest opening ever in terms of both gross and admissions - according to boxofficeguru.com. District 9 took $18.9 million to secure second spot for the sci-fi action flick. GI Joe took third spot with $12.5 million and is on track to break the $150 million mark. The Time Traveler's Wife took an ... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Spiderman 5 & 6 scripts good to go

2 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 19 August 2009 by Ben

According to Variety Sony Pictures has signed screenwriter James Vanderbilt to write Spider-Man 5 and Spider-Man 6. It's unclear however whether whether Director Sam Raimi and stars Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst will be back for films 5 & 6, but if they aren't, Vanderbilt's script would be the foundations for a franchise reboot. Spiderman 4 is set for release in Australia on May 5, 2011. Are they geting ahead of themselves with films 5 & 6. There will always be... Find out more...   |   2 Comments

District 9 storms to number one in the U.S

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 17 August 2009 by Ben

District 9, the sci-fi action flick produced by Peter Jackson has absolutely smacked butt upon release at the U.S box office with an estimated $37 million taken. With critics giving the film the thumbs up, no real stars involved and a risky plot, District 9 has well and truly performed above its weight. GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra took an estimated $22.5 million to slip to second spot, pushing the total to $98.8 million. The Time Traveler's Wife debuted in third s... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

The Ugly Truth stays at number one

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 17 August 2009 by Ben

The Ugly Truth has maintained it's hold of the top spot at the Aussie box office with an estimated $2.2 million generated. The romantic comedy starring Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler continued it's hold of the top spot even in the face of stiff competition from District 9. The Peter Jackson produced sci-fi action flick debuted in second spot with an estimated $2.16 million, just short of the top spot. In third spot was GI Joe with $1.49 million. Harry Potter and The Half... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Balibo – Not your usual Australian film

0 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 12 August 2009 by Will

When one thinks of Australian films, particularly of late, images of schlock horror spring to mind (Dying Breed anyone?). It seems though that this trend towards the immature audience is somewhat reversing, with some genuine quality films coming from our industry of late. Earlier in the year we were treated to the Cannes winning ‘Samson and Delilah’ which is still taking money at the box office and looks like it will end up with a tally north of $2.5 million. Later in the year, audiences will be... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Sam Worthington is Mr Hollywood

0 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 12 August 2009 by Ben

Our very own Sam Worthington is fast becoming the hottest talent in Hollywood. After starring alongside Christian Bale in Terminator Salvation, he's scheduled to return to the big screen in James Cameron's Avatar later this year. Add to the mix his current filming of Clash Of The Titans alongside Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes, his casting with Charlize Theron for The Tourist and a film titled Last Night where he'll star with Keira Knightley and Eva Mendes. Wow - not a bad r... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Michael Jackson to return on the big screen

3 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 11 August 2009 by Ben

It's official, the world's biggest entertainer will return to life with the announcement of the release of Michael Jackson - This Is It. With the footage shot from hundreds of hours of rehearsal and behind-the-scenes footage, captured in high definition with state-of-the-art digital sound as the late singer was preparing for his concert series in London. There will also be certain shots in 3D. How's this for some Jacko facts: - worldwide album sales are estimated at 750 million ... Find out more...   |   3 Comments

WHATEVER WOODY

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 11 August 2009 by Claire

Whatever Works is Woody Allen’s latest picture and marks his return to shooting in the fabulous New York City after a four picture sojourn in Europe. Now, if you don’t like Woody Allen films, then this might not be the picture for you. Audiences and critics alike were quite surprised at his dramatic turn in Matchpoint, not a comedy, and quite a dark turn for him, with Allen claiming it could quite possibly be the best film he’s ever made. Whatever Works is a return to Woody Allen, doing we... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Pirates of The Caribbean 4 news

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 11 August 2009 by Ben

According to Variety, Pirates of The Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer and Disney have been meeting with a number of directors in recent weeks and word on the street is Rob Marshall will direct. The choreographer-turned-director made his debut with Chicago and followed this up with Memoirs of a Geisha. He is currently working on Nine which will star Daniel Day-Lewis, Penelope Cruz, Marion Cotillard, Judi Dench, Nicole Kidman, Kate Hudson and Sophia Loren. The Pirates fra... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

The Ugly Truth debuts in top spot at home

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 10 August 2009 by Ben

The Ugly Truth, a daring comedy filled with sexual tension debuted at number one at the Aussie box office, taking an estimated $3.29 million. Starring Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler, the film drew the date crowd and plenty of people looking for a laugh. GI Joe: Rise of Cobra debuted in second spot with an estimated $2.7 million taken. It was basically a romanitc comedy versus a action packed blockbuster and this time round, the romantic comedy won. Harry Potter and The H... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

GI Joe storms to number one

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 10 August 2009 by Ben

GI Joe has opened in the U.S and absolutely stormed past anything in its path, taking an estimated $56.2 million in the process. According to boxofficeguru.com this was the fourth largest August opening ever. Julie & Julia, starring Meryl Streep and Amy Adams, debuted with $20.1 million. It would appear Streep can't be stopped and continues to be worth box office gold following success with The Devil Wears Prada, Mamma Mia! and Doubt. G-Force took $9.8 million to push the o... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

I LOVE YOU TARANTINO YOU BASTERD

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 4 August 2009 by Claire

Last night was the Sydney premiere for Inglourious Basterds held at The State Theatre and the man himself Quentin Tarantino was here to intro the show. I have been waiting to see this film for some time, and unlike many nerds, I held off on reading the script before I saw the film. That was hard. But worth it, I didn’t want to spoil any surprises. Did Tarantino deliver? HELL YE-AH! This film is far more dialogue driven than any of Tarantino’s other films, and is punctuated and peppered wit... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Iron Man in 3D?

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 4 August 2009 by Ben

How cool would it be to see Iron Man in 3D? Well if director Jon Favreau has his way, this might just be the case according to MTV.com "I really love the 3-D" said Favreau. "James Cameron had brought me around a few months back to see what he was doing with Avatar. It was exciting to go in there and see what he's doing with cutting-edge technology." Favreau hoped to make Iron Man 2 in 3D but this wasn't to be. "I was hoping to get a shot at doing it this ime around, but it ... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Public Enemies is number one in Oz!

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 3 August 2009 by Ben

Public Enemies is the number one film in Australia after debuting with an impressive estimated $3.1 million. The film stars Johnny Depp and Christian Bale and obviously struck a chord with audiences over the weekend. Harry Potter and The Half-Blood Prince took $3 million to push the overall total to an amazing $34 million - a HUGE result thus far. My Sister's Keeper, featuring Cameron Diaz as a serious actor and not the usual happy go lucky girl with the cute smile, debuted... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Comedy rules at the U.S box office

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 3 August 2009 by Ben

As expected the comedic talents of Adam Sandler and Seth Rogen helped push the Judd Apatow directed Funny People to a number one debut at the U.S box office with the film taking an estimated $23.4 million. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince maintained its hold on second spot with $17.7 million generated. G-Force, last week's number one dropped to third spot in its second week with $17.1 million taken. The Ugly Truth took an estimated $13 million to push the overall tot... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

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