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Timecop Reboot in the Works

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:45 EST

"Timecop", the 1994 Jean Claude Van Damme time travel film, is getting rebooted.The story of the film was set in the near future where time travel is regulated by a special department of the police force. Van Damme's character discovers a politician's crooked scheme of using time travel to further his political career.The reboot will re-imagine the story as a beginning to a possible franchise.Producing the film will be Marc Shmuger and Tom McNulty....

Next Transformers Film Could Feature Dinobots

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:54 EST

There are rumors swirling around about the possibility of the Dinobots making an appearance in the next "Transformers" film.Supposedly, the villain Lockdown will be in the film and is said to own a ship full of decommissioned Transformers including the Dinobots. It is said that Optimus Prime and Bumblebee will use the Dinobots Grimlock and a Pterandon to ride into Hong Kong.Filming beings next month in Michigan and Chicago, and will be in China in October....

New Transporter Trilogy to Be Released

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:43 EST

The "Transporter" franchise, starring Jason Statham, will be releasing some new films. EuropaCorp and Fundamental Films are set to co-produce three more installments of the action franchise.There is still no word yet if Statham will be back to reprise his role of Frank Martin, and no director is on board yet. Producing the film will be Luc Besson and Mark Gao....

CW's Nikita Coming to an End

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:44 EST

The CW has announced today that they will be ending their spy drama, "Nikita", after its next 6 episodes.The show follows a woman who is on the run for a murder she didn't commit. She spends her time trying to clear her name as well as sparing the people in her life. The pickup of 6 more episodes were so that the show could get a proper wrap up."Nikita" has performed well as far as digital play is concerned and ranks as one of the CW's top series on social media. Check-in to Nikita, with the iPhone Movie Countdown Clock App. ...

Arnold Schwarzenegger In Talks to Star in Toxic Avenger

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:14 EST

It has been announced that Arnold Schwarzenegger is in talks to star in the upcoming film, "Toxic Avenger".He would be playing the role of "The Exterminator", who is former black ops agent who helps the Toxic Avenger to learn how to use his new-found powers for good."Our film is a perfect combination of commercial genre, star power and award winning filmmakers to set it apart from other titles on offer at Cannes this year. The Toxic Avenger is a blockbuster in waiting with franchise potential. The buyers will love it," said IFT President Ariel Veneziano.IFT co-founder Michael Benaroya said, "Moviegoers around the world were thrilled when Arnold Schwarzenegger returned to acting so effortlessly filling the gap that he left behind. He is the ultimate...

Kiefer Sutherland Closes Deal for 24

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:16 EST

Kiefer Sutherland has recently finished negotiating a contract with Fox for a limited run of the series "24". The show has already been in development for quite some time, and now that Sutherland is officially on board, we can probably expect things to move even faster now.Sutherland had recently starred in "Touch", a drama for Fox/20th, but that just ended after 2 seasons....

Win Complimentary Passes to See an Advance Screening of Universal Pictures’ Fast&Furious 6

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:12 EST

Get ready for some fast cars and fast action with the all new Fast & Furious 6! And for all you fans of the series that are living in South Florida, we have a way for you to catch an early complimentary screening. Simply click here to enter the sweepstakes and like us on Facebook. All names will be entered into a drawing for two complimentary tickets to see FAST & FURIOUS 6 in WEST PALM BEACH, FL, before it opens nationwide. Contest ends May 15th, 2013 11:59 PM EST. For more information please visit FAST & FURIOUS 6 movie page on FlickDirect.com or the official website at thefastandthefurious.com. Also, if you own an iPhone or iPad be sure to download the Movie Clock app to your apple device so you and your friends&nbs...

24 Making a Limited Run Comeback

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:41 EST

Don't count out new "24" material just yet - Fox may be bringing back the series on a limited run basis. Keifer Sutherland is currently in talks to reprise his role as Jack Bauer.Since the series ended in 2010, there have been many attempts to bring it back as a film, but nothing was ever able to come to fruition. Supposedly, the idea to being it back to TV was the idea of Howard Gordon, who is now the executive producer on Showtime's Homeland. He stated on Twitter that he was involved in the reboot writing, "I'm pulling double duty along with Tyrant.""24" was an Emmy Award winning show, earning 5 awards at the 2006 show....

Take a Look at Big Hero 6 - Disney's Next Animated Film

Thu, 9 May 2013 16:39 EST

Walt Disney Animation Studios has announced their next animated adventure "Big Hero 6".For more information about the film, go to www.disney.com/BigHero6 and you can also watch the video below!Countdown to the release of Big Hero 6, with the iPhone Movie Countdown Clock App....

Jurassic Park 4 Delayed

Thu, 9 May 2013 09:10 EST

"Jurassic Park 4", which originally had a release date set for June 13, 2014, has now been pushed back. Director Colin Trevorrow is a relatively new addiction to the crew, and more time was wanted for the project to take shape. The studio made a statement saying, In coordination with filmmakers, Universal has decided to release Jurassic Park 4 at a later date, giving the studio and filmmakers adequate time to bring audiences the best possible version of the fourth installment in Universal's beloved franchise. We could not be more excited about the vision that Colin Trevorrow has created for this film, and we look forward to watching as he and the producers create another great chapter in this franchise's storied history." No new release date has be...

Hangover Part III Release Date Moved Up

Wed, 8 May 2013 15:43 EST

"The Hangover Part III" release date has been moved up to Thursday, May 23 by Warner Bros. in order to beat the Memorial Day rush. The film will now be released one day before Universal's "Fast and Furious 6".Both franchises had success with releasing films around the holiday in the past. On Memorial Day weekend 2011, "The Hangover Part II" was released and "Fast Five" was released in April of 2011. Both want to capitalize on the four day weekend to drum up box office earnings.Also being released Memorial day Weekend will be "Epic", from Fox. Countdown to the release of The Hangover Part III, with the iPhone Movie Countdown Clock App....

Warner Bros. to Release Dungeons&Dragons Reboot

Wed, 8 May 2013 09:26 EST

Warner Bros. has acquired the rights to make a Dungeons & Dragons film.The famous role-playing game fantasy game has been around for decades, and has been the subject of various film and television projects. Now, the studio will revive the franchise with a new film, written by Frank Darabont protege David Leslie Johnson. They plan on rebooting the whole franchise.Roy Lee and Courtney Solomon will be producing and Alan Zeman is exec producing. The hunt is on for a director....

Ewan McGregor Turns Villain in Jane Got a Gun

Tue, 7 May 2013 11:26 EST

Ewan McGregor has been cast in the upcoming western "Jane Got a Gun".McGregor will be playing the villain alongside Natalie Portman, who has the title role. The story follows a woman who needs help in saving her outlaw husband from a gang sent out to kill him. She enlists the help of a former lover, played by Noah Emmerich.McGregor will be playing the leader of the gang, a role in which both Jude Law and Bradley Cooper dropped out of. Filming is currently in progress....

Zoe Saldana Talks Avatar Sequels

Mon, 6 May 2013 14:43 EST

Zoe Saldana, who starred in "Avatar", recently appeared on The Jonathan Ross Show, and spoke about the two upcoming films for the "Avatar" franchise.Saldana said "They're doing a part two and a part three and they're probably going to shoot it at the same time. Because if we just do two and then wait, I'll probably be 45 or 50 [years old] by the time we get to part three."Shooting is set to begin early next year....

Kevin Feige Discusses Future of Marvel Films

Mon, 6 May 2013 11:21 EST

With Iron Man 3 storming box office's the world over, at the moment, few can argue that the popularity of the Marvel universe on the big screen is at an all-time high.But what lies in store for Marvel? We already know about the second "Avengers" movie, as well as the eagerly awaited debut of "Antman" in 2015, but little else after that. Well, Marvel supremo, Kevin Feige, has been telling Collider what super hero could be next in line for the big budget treatment; "Dr Strange".Feige said, "Dr. Strange is something that I talk about often and it's sort of next up for us to dig into and explore. Our executive producer of Iron Man 3, having done Captain America: The First Avenger and as that was finishing he started working on the bones that would becom...

Marvel Gets Blade, Ghost Rider, Punisher and Daredevil Rights Back

Fri, 3 May 2013 14:22 EST

Kevin Feige, from Marvel Studios, has confirmed that Marvel has once again acquired the rights to "Ghost Rider," "The Punisher," "Blade" and "Daredevil".But, don't get too excited about any new films just yet. Feige told EW, "Whenever a character comes back to us, it's usually because the other studios don't want to make the movies anymore - and that usually means the [previous] movies may not have been particularly well-received. They all have potential, but we're not going to say 'We got it back - make it.'Given the violence in these particular character storylines, it is said that now that Disney owns Marvel, it is unlikely they will release any films; however, they may license them back out to other studios....

Robert Downey, Jr. Discusses Future of Iron Man

Thu, 2 May 2013 16:35 EST

Robert Downey, Jr. was a guest on The Daily Show on Tuesday, and while he was there, he was asked if he would consider doing another "Iron Man" film.Check-in to Iron Man 3, with the iPhone Movie Countdown Clock App."I don't know, I had a long contract with them and now we're gonna renegotiate." After Downey winked while making the comment, Stewart said to him, "You are Iron Man! You are!""Iron Man 3" will be in theaters on Friday. The film already has had a huge opening in the foreign markets, making $195.3 million. The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Get More: Daily Show Full Episodes,Indecision Political Humor,The Daily Show on Facebook...

Lily Collins Set to Star in Pride, Prejudice and Zombies

Thu, 2 May 2013 13:11 EST

Lily Collins, who starred in "Mirror, Mirror", will be joining the cast of Seth Grahame-Smith's "Pride and Prejudice and Zombies". The film will be an adaptation of Grahame-Smith's novel of the same name.The film has had some difficulties getting off the ground. Originally, Natalie Portman was attached to the project when it was being developed by Lionsgate, but after several directors and stars dropping out, the project was stalled for moths. Now, Panorama has stepped up to the plate and Burr Steers will be directing.The film will be produced by Portman, Annette Savitch, Richard Kelly and Sean McKittrick.Countdown to the release of Pride, Prejudice and Zombies, with the iPhone Movie Countdown Clock App....

Enter To Win Safe Haven On Blu-ray form 20th Century Fox

Thu, 2 May 2013 11:21 EST

Ever get moved by a song in a film? Doesn't that just make the movie even more memorable? A few movies that successfully use music to great effect are based on Nicholas Sparks novels. Sparks is one of a handful of writers whose books have become blockbuster films and where music has played a key role in pivotal scenes. In celebration of Safe Haven, his latest book-turned box office hit, we will take a look (and listen!) at the top 10 songs used in Nicholas Sparks movies. Safe Haven stars Julianne Hough and Josh Duhamel, and will be available on May 7 on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD courtesy of Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. 10. We Both Know - Colbie Caillat feat. Gavin DeGraw (Safe Haven)YouTube: http://youtu.be/92bPTDwm7W8Country heart and introspective lyric...

Natalie Portman to Star in Macbeth

Wed, 1 May 2013 14:42 EST

Natalie Portman has been chosen to play Lady Macbeth in an upcoming film adaptation of the classic Shakespere play. She will be starring alongside Michael Fassbender.Justin Kurzel will be directing the project and Todd Louiso and Jacob Koskoff has written the script. The film will take place in the 11th century and will include major battle scenes. It is also said that it will be preformed in the "original language"....

Ron Perlman Wants Third Hellboy Made

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:41 EST

Ron Perlman wants to see a third "Hellboy" film, even though the chances of said film are pretty slim to none.Perlman told IGN that he is going to push Guillermo del Toro to do it. "[Del Toro and I] both walked away from 'Hellboy 2' agreeing that there would never be another one. But, with the passage of time, it became clear to me that he really always designed it as a trilogy. [Guillermo] has a very well-articulated idea of what the resolve would look like and it's amazingly theatrical and is epic in scope and would make for amazing cinema, with or without the first two movies. I said [to Guillermo], 'You owe it to the world to finish this trilogy'. I've been giving him Jewish guilt."...

LA Confidential TV Series in the Works

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:26 EST

We could be seeing an "L.A. Confidential" TV series sometime soon, according to reports.Author James Ellroy and New Regency are shopping around the project, which was written by Ellroy. The series will be a drama that will be offered to networks as a straight-to-series commitment."L.A. Confidential", the novel wirtten by Ellroy, eventually was adapted in a film in 1997 and starred Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Kim Basinger and Guy Pearce....

Movie App Reveals 10 Most Anticipated Summer Blockbusters of 2013

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:29 EST

Summer movie season is finally upon us! With the rising temperatures comes surging excitement for all of the blockbuster films movie goers have been looking forward to all year long.Users of the social 'Movie Clock' app for iPhone have spent the last months counting down the days, hours, minutes and seconds to the release of their favorite summer movies with friends. The Movie Clock Anticipation Meter, a new feature of the app, uses a complex algorithm to determine the excitement level for upcoming movies based upon user interaction.So without further ado, we present the most anticipated films of summer 2013 according to users of Movie Clock for iPhone - Download Free on the iTunes app store! Iron Man 3 Release Date: 5/3/2013 Movie Clock Anticipation Me...

Scarlett Johansson Set to Star in Action Thriller Lucy

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:36 EST

Scarlett Johansson is currently in final negotiations to join the cast of Luc Besson's film, "Lucy". Johansson will star in the action-thriller.The film will focus on the story of a woman who was forced into becoming a drug mule and how when the drugs get into her system, she becomes a force to be reckoned with, kicking butt along the way. She becomes somewhat superhuman; instantly absorbing knowledge, becoming telekinetic, and doesn't feel pain. Scarlett Johansson's next film, "Don Jon", will be released this October.Countdown to the release of Lucy, with the iPhone Movie Countdown Clock App....

The Crow Remake Progressing with Development

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:22 EST

Rumors of a remake of The Crow have been rolling on for what seems like years, so when the rumor resurfaced early this year not much was made of it, until names were started to be mentioned.James McAvoy(X-Men First Class & Trance) was being linked heavily to the role of Eric Draven, made famous by Brandon Lee in the 1994 original film based on the graphic novel of James O'Barr, these rumors have since been scorned.Now it seems Tom Hiddleston is in preliminary talks for the role, and he is so keen to get the part, he has already sent in a make-up test to demonstrate his look.So far no other news on the potential remake of The Crow is available apart from the director will be F Javier Guitterez working to the script by Jesse Wigutow....

Fast & Furious 6 Theatrical Review

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:34 EST

There are not that many franchises that can boast six or more feature films to their name, but that landmark has just been set for the hugely popular high octane movies Fast and Furious series. Starting back in 2001, the series so far has taken in over $1.5 billion worldwide at the box office, and the sixth instalment will surely boost that figure even more. Living the high life after the gang&#39...

The Hangover Part III Theatrical Review

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:39 EST

Actually, although I did laugh at many of the comical mishaps to which characters were subjected, The Hangover Part III wasn't up to par with the original of the three episodes. The good things were the return of the whole main cast that made The Hangover Part I a huge success, the downside was it turned out to be more repetitious than I thought it would be. If you just can't get enoug...

Beautiful Creatures Blu-ray Review

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:03 EST

So it begins (and hopefully ends) the post Twilight era of hurried box office seizures, as studios and once-respectable filmmakers willingly sell their souls to score the next, big teen-driven supernatural mega-franchise. There's an Edward and Jacob-sized hole in adolescent cinema's still-racing heart, dear readers, and whoever manages to fill that hole will inherit a disturbingly literal ...

Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters Digital Download Review

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:32 EST

"Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters" aspires to be cheeky entertainment, sold with a wink and a fist to the face with plenty of ghouls, trolls, and horrible humans to populate a carnival atmosphere of genre delights. However, despite a colorful presentation, the movie fails to raise much hell, insisting on a flat tone of tedious storytelling when all anyone really wants to see are the ti...

Star Trek Into Darkness Theatrical Review

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:33 EST

Picking up where he left off with the fine release of his first attempt at bringing back the Star Trek franchise, J.J. Abrams hits pay dirt again with Star Trek Into Darkness. The exciting new chapter tantalizes the mind with amazing CGI and special effects while presenting an adventure that's reminiscent of earlier challenges for the Enterprise. It's a powerhouse film fit for a long r...

One Hour Photo Blu-ray Review

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:06 EST

Think hard—when was the last time you dropped off a roll of 35mm film at a photo lab for processing and prints? It's probably been close to a decade, as digital cameras first outsold film models around 2003. For a lot of people, even the idea of getting prints made from digital files off of a memory card seems quaint, especially now that smartphones take and export photos directly to tho...

The Oranges Blu-ray Review

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:50 EST

Working on the premise that a beautiful much younger woman could fall for a very much older man The Oranges targets an audience that understands a mid-life crisis. Describing the film as a scandal of sex and betrayal by the producers, in this day and age where nothing's impossible The Oranges fails to shock. Even though the acting gets very good, I was hoping for a script with more originali...

Safe Haven Blu-ray Review

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:44 EST

This mysterious and romantic film Safe Haven does a good job of twisting and turning through a very good script featuring stellar actors. The plot starts with action and ends in a thriller under the fine direction of Lasse Hallström who's noted for the recent Salmon Fishing in Yemen. The chemistry between actors Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough makes the film an adult winner. ...

Shanghai Noon Blu-ray Review

Thu, 9 May 2013 09:22 EST

Rush Hour has frequently been referred to as Jackie Chan's English-language breakthrough, and, at least from a box-office standpoint, there's truth to that claim. However, much of what makes a Chan performance special was missing from that film, as the Hong Kong actor spent much of the time in the shadow of the flamboyant Chris Tucker. Shanghai Noon, on the other hand, gives Chan a meatier...

The Great Gatsby Theatrical Review

Thu, 9 May 2013 08:28 EST

Director Baz Luhrmann who lost with Moulin Rouge and lost again with Australia, takes a chance with an F. Scott Fitzgerald novel The Great Gatsby turning it into a pop-up book for the screen. While the CGI and sets do sparkle, he turns the storyline into a simple predictive tome set in an era of flappers and illegal booze. Luhrmann gets caught up inside of Fitzgerald's bittersweet roma...

Broken City Blu-ray Review

Tue, 7 May 2013 11:20 EST

Midway through Broken City, one character incredulously remarks, "Private eyes still exist?" The gumshoe-for-hire profession does seem old-fashioned and mostly unnecessary now. You could describe Broken City the same way: old-fashioned and mostly unnecessary. Penned by first-time screenwriter Brian Tucker and directed solo by Allen Hughes—one half of the Hughes Brothers, best known...

Cloud Atlas Blu-ray Review

Mon, 6 May 2013 09:36 EST

Ambitious doesn't even begin to describe "Cloud Atlas," which marks the first collaboration between Andy and Lana Wachowski and Tom Tykwer. Powerhouse screen visionaries, the trio find an unusual harmony for their mighty endeavor, providing a smooth melt of specialized sensibilities as they tackle an adaptation of an "unfilmable" novel by author David Mitchell. Overlong yet und...

Iron Man 3 Theatrical Review

Wed, 1 May 2013 11:17 EST

Mega-wealthy playboy philanthropist Tony Stark makes a welcome return to the big screen, for the third and possibly final Iron Man movie to star Robert Downey Jr. This movie kicks off the second phase of films set within the Marvel universe and is set shortly after the exploits of the Avengers in New York, which saw Iron Man et al beat off the alien attack from Loki and the Chitauri. Opening ...

Jack Reacher Digital Download Review

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:50 EST

"Jack Reacher" is a different film than you would expect. It's a different film than many will be expecting, with the possible exception of those already engrossed in the Jack Reacher books by author Lee Child, but even the fanatics might be puzzled by a few of the new details required to turn a page-turner into a Tom Cruise starring vehicle. There's a bite to the picture that's most wel...

Pain and Gain Theatrical Review

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:29 EST

Continuing to make exciting films Michael Bay releases Pain & Gain a movie that's reminiscent of his storytelling with the wild and enthusiastic Bad Boys, but far from his explosive films like Transformers and Armageddon. Here he takes you on a rollercoaster ride with a true crime story, a dark comedy that gets so absurd I found myself questioning whether the three main characters saw too many...

Mud Theatrical Review

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:46 EST

It's time for Matthew McConaughey to step up and do what he does best and in Mud he nails the role. The cool little Indie has all the trappings of a good film including, a taught plot, good direction and a couple of kids that can act to boot. If you like movies that ease into the plot and hook you before you know it, rush out to see Mud. The movie spins a yarn about a wanted man named M...

Oblivion Theatrical Review

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:03 EST

The opening sequence in the movie Oblivion is spectacular showing Earth as a devastated planet and the moon busting apart following an attack by an alien invasion. Well acted by a handful of cast members, the action movie mesmerizes as it spools out its grand design. Both the cinematography and computer graphics are the stars of the film with the quality of the 2009 Star Trek. If you are a r...

The Gangster Squad Blu-ray Review

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:25 EST

Gangster Squad hinges on violence and little more, and with it comes an odd, slack-jawed silliness. The film aspires for Untouchables greatness but bumbles all the elements that make Brian De Palma and David Mamet's 1987 crime drama great. It longs to be L.A. Confidential but falls closer to The Black Dahlia. It desperately paws at the classics of '30s and '40s gangster cinema, hoping ...

42 Theatrical Review

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 08:15 EST

The movie 42 hits a home run in acting, directing and cinematography. The storyline takes you on a journey of courageousness in the face of racial discrimination and a door opener for others that followed. It's not just about baseball, but also of heroes and the right to play the game. The film centers on Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Boseman), a high-strung player in the minor leagues who gets a ca...

Trance Theatrical Review

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:14 EST

I must admit to not having looked forward to a single Danny Boyle film in recent years. I enjoyed his films that were more rough-cut, like Trainspotting,Shallow Grave and 28 Days Later

Les Miserables Blu-ray Review

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 08:40 EST

While not a fan of musicals, I have been anxiously awaiting the release of Les Miserables on Blu Ray ever since falling in love with the film in theaters. For weeks the music, characters, and drama stayed glued to a sentimental part of my mind. When the Blu-ray finally arrived, I wasted no time ripping it open and exploring. Other than lacking the movie theater experience of...

On The Road Theatrical Review

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 09:14 EST

A road movie with a lot of sexual energy opens this weekend in South Florida. The film is called On the Road and its brilliant cast makes it a winner. Taken from a novel by Jack Kerouac, the film gives a view of 40's America and the challenges faced by a group of free-spirited friends. It's 1947 New York City where we find Sal Paradise (Sam Riley) parking cars for a living w...

The Sandlot Blu-ray Review

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 09:19 EST

This is the kind of nostalgia that brings back memories to older folks and yet good fun for the youngsters who love sports and a good coming of age story. It may have some crude language and a few off kilter things, but nothing dad or mom can't explain. It's now on Blu-ray for the first time and it even comes with its own companion DVD. If you want an enjoyable film with a lot of...

No Theatrical Review

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 09:09 EST

Out of Chile comes a film that was nominated for a 2013 Oscar called "NO". It's a true story political drama that pits citizens against a tyrannical government. The film makes a statement that no matter what the barrier you can fight for your rights and with the right campaign you can take it all the way to the top. Filmed documentary style the drama centers on the...

Evil Dead Theatrical Review

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 08:33 EST

New faces save Evil Dead from getting inane in this respectable remake of a Sam Remi film. The horror flick has some very good special effects, CGI and makeup that turn the film into a gory blood bath. Although the script does follow the original made in 1981, the evil in this film far outweighs anything Remi did 32 years ago. Horror fans should be eating this one up with a side of plasma.Cl...