Thursday, November 27, 2008

"He's Just Not That Into You" Full Trailer



The full trailer for the new romantic comedy "He's Just Not That Into You" has just gone online. The movie is based on the self-help book of the same name by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo and stars Ben Affleck, Jennifer Aniston, Drew Barrymore, Scarlett Johansson, Justin Long, Jennifer Connelly, Ginnifer Goodwin, Kevin Connolly, and Bradley Cooper.

The plot chronicles the romantic misadventures of several individuals in their twenties and thirties. At the core of these multiple stories is Gigi (Ginnifer Goodwin), a young woman who repeatedly misinterprets the signs that men give her about their level of interest in her. The more experienced and romantically successful Alex (Justin Long), the manager of a bar, advises her on how to understand men.

Other plotlines include married couple Janine (Jennifer Connelly) and Ben (Bradley Cooper), who are going through a rough patch—leading him to flirt with Anna (Scarlett Johansson), an aspiring singer. Anna, in turn, is dating Connor (Kevin Connolly), but is clearly less into him than he is into her. The final major plot arc is Neil (Ben Affleck) and Beth's (Jennifer Aniston) story. They have cohabited for several years, but break up when Beth desires to get married and Neil refuses.

"He's Just Not That Into You" is scheduled for release in North America on February 6, 2009 and in Malaysia on April 9, 2009.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

First Trailer For "Wolverine" Premieres December 12

20th Century Fox has confirmed that the first trailer for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" will be shown in theatres on Friday, December 12, before "The Day The Earth Stood Still". The trailer will likely debut online sometime shortly thereafter.

"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" is directed by Gavin Hood and stars Hugh Jackman, Liev Schrieber, Ryan Reynolds, Taylor Kitsch, Will.i.am, Danny Huston, Dominic Monaghan, Daniel Henney and Lynn Collins.

Leading up to the events of "X-Men" (2000), the film tells the story of Wolverine's violent and romantic past, his complex relationship with Victor Creed aka Sabretooth, and the ominous Weapon X program. Along the way, Wolverine encounters many mutants, both familiar and new, including surprise appearances by several legends of the X-Men universe.

"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" slashes into theatres on May 1, 2009.


Source: ComingSoon.net

Dolph Lundgren Might Join "The Expendables"



At the premiere of "Transporter 3", Sylvester Stallone revealed to Review Nation that he’s pretty close in getting Dolph Lundgren to join his upcoming action flick, "The Expendables". Stallone will be writing, directing and starring in the movie which he calls a 'homecoming of tough guys', alongside Jet Li and Jason Statham. If only Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jean Claude Van Damme and Bruce Willis were to sign on as well, this will be the greatest action movie ever.

"The Expendables" is about a team of mercenaries who are sent to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator.

Filming is expected to start on February 2009 in Costa Rica.

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

For Your Consideration: "The Dark Knight"




With the Oscar season approaching, Warner Bros has started promoting "The Dark Knight" with three 'For Your Consideration' advertisements. The three advertisements promotes the film for the Best Picture nomination, Christian Bale for Best Actor and Heath Ledger for Best Supporting Actor respectively. Click on the pictures above to view larger versions.

Source: Cinema Blend

Monday, November 24, 2008

Latest Trailer For "The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button"



The official UK site has added a new international trailer for David Fincher's latest film "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" starring Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, and Tilda Swinton.

Adapted from the 1922 story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" is set in New Orleans from the end of World War I in 1918, into the 21st century, and follows a man who is born in his eighties and ages backwards.

"The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" opens in North America on Christmas Day, 2008 and in Malaysia on February 12, 2009.

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Brand New Trailer For "Ip Man"



The official website of "Ip Man" has uploaded a brand new trailer with English subtitles. It looks really impressive and check out the scene where Donnie Yen punches a guy to the floor! Now I really can't wait to see the movie. Is it December yet?

"Ip Man" is adapted from the life story of Yip Man, the grand master of the Wing Chun style of kung fu and sifu (master) of legendary kung fu superstar Bruce Lee. This movie will be the first important record of the master's life. Yip's persistent devotion to Wing Chun is a classic example of the love and respect shown to wushu and the freedom and spirit it represents. "Ip Man" is a concept, a spirit, a way of thinking - and it represent a new peak in Hong Kong’s wushu movies.

"Ip Man" is scheduled for release in Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore on December 18, 2008 and in China on December 19, 2008.


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First Look At "Coweb"



Kung Fu Cinema recently published an article about the upcoming film "Coweb" which will mark action director/stuntman Xiong Xin-xin's directorial debut. According to Xiong, the film's leading lady, newcomer Jiang Lu-xia, is doing what virtually no other female stunt actress has done before, performing all her own stunts.

"Coweb" marks a new chapter in Xiong’s career as he steps into the director’s role determined to bring back the authentic fighting action that he had once helped create in Hong Kong action films. It is a desire shared by many of the Hong Kong stuntmen and choreographers of his generation and Xiong is in the unique position of making it a reality in an era when audiences have begun looking elsewhere for impressive Asian action. Xiong is certainly in the fighting spirit when comparing his efforts to what Thailand action filmmakers have produced most recently.

“I saw "Chocolate" while we were still shooting and there is nothing to compare. It’s only because they are both action girls,” said Xiong in reference to Prachya Pinkaew’s new martial arts actioner starring female newcomer JeeJa Yanin. “In Chocolate you see a lot of double[s] and it’s always only one kick. It won’t be like that in mine!”

"Coweb" stars Jiang Lu-xia, Sam Lee, Kane Kosugi, and Eddie Cheung. Based off a screenplay by Chan Wing-sun, it’s produced by Joe Ma and Chan Shu-chi.

Source: Kung Fu Cinema

Saturday, November 22, 2008

Full Trailer For "Coraline"



The new full trailer for "Coraline" has just been released. This film is an animated stop-motion fantasy film based on Neil Gaiman's novella of the same name. It is directed by Henry Selick (The Nightmare Before Christmas) and features the voices of Dakota Fanning, Ian McShane, Teri Hatcher and Keith David.

The film tells the story of a young girl (Dakota Fanning) who unlocks a mysterious door in her new home in Ashland, Oregon, and enters into an adventure in a parallel reality. On the surface, this other world eerily mimics her own life—though much more fantastical. In it, Coraline encounters such off-kilter inhabitants as the morbidly funny Miss Forcible (Jennifer Saunders) and Miss Spink (Dawn French), and a counterfeit mother—who attempts to keep her. Ultimately, Coraline must count on her resourcefulness, determination, and bravery to get back home.

"Coraline" is scheduled to be released in North America on February 6, 2009 and in Malaysia on March 19, 2009.

"The Wrestler" Trailer Is Here



The new trailer for "The Wrestler" is here. The upcoming film is directed by Darren Aronofsky and stars Mickey Rourke, Ernest Miller, Marisa Tomei and Evan Rachel Wood.

"The Wrestler" centered on Randy "Ram" Robinson (Mickey Rourke), a professional wrestler from the 1980s who is forced to retire after a heart attack threatens to kill him the next time he wrestles. He takes a job at a deli, attempts to form a relationship with an aging stripper (Marisa Tomei) and does his best to reconcile with his estranged daughter (Evan Rachel Wood). However, he is drawn to the prospect of a rematch with his old wrestling nemesis the Ayatollah (Ernest Miller), even though the fight may cost him his life.

The film's plot may sound a little too similar to Sylvester Stallone's "Rocky Balboa" (2006) but already every critic and member of the public who has seen the film has started buzzing about an Oscar for Rourke's performance. Hmm...very interesting. But I thought wrestling is fake? Oops, did I just say that out loud?

"The Wrestler" will be released in North America on December 17, 2008.

New "Underworld: Rise Of The Lycans" Poster


Here's the new movie poster for the upcoming "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans". It lacks one key element which was the main feature in the posters of the previous two installments: Kate Beckinsale. Instead of her, we get Bill Nighy sitting on his throne staring menacingly back at you. I hope they have a different version of the movie poster with Rhona Mitra in a tight catsuit. Oh,well...

"Underworld: Rise of the Lycans" is a prequel set prior to "Underworld" (2003) and will trace the origins of the centuries old war between the Death Dealers (vampires) and Lycans (werewolves).

"Underworld: Rise Of The Lycans" is scheduled for release January 23, 2009.


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