Reel Movie News

January 2009 News Archive (Page 10)

Stars Sign on for Chloe

A trio of actors have signed on to star in Chloe. The movie, which will be directed by Atom Egoyan, will star Julianne Moore, Liam Neeson and Amanda Seyfried.

In the film, Moore believes her husband (Neeson) has been unfaithful. How will she get to the bottom of the issue? By employing a female escort (Seyfried), of course. We're sure this will end well.

Amanda Seyfried Pic

Amanda Seyfried most recently starred in Mamma Mia!

 

Another Movie Poster for Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

Revenge is coming.

So states the latest poster for Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.

The blockbuster sequel comes out on June 26. It stars Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel and Tyrese Gibson, among others.

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Movie Poster

Nicole Kidman Blasts Performance in Australia

Australia tanked at the box office this winter, earning under $50 million domestically.

Now, star Nicole Kidman is speaking out about her own poor performance in the drama.

"I can't look at this movie and be proud of what I've done," Kidman told Sydney radio station 2dayFM.

Nicole Kidman Pic

The actress was quick to praise her co-stars, however.

"But I thought Brandon Walters and Hugh Jackman were wonderful," she added. "It's just impossible for me to connect to it emotionally at all."

Anne Hathaway, Sean Penn Picks Up Critics' Choice Awards

The Critics' Choice Awards are given out annually by the Broadcast Film Critics Association.

Here's a look at what movies and actors took home the most significant hardware at the event last night:

Best Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
Best Actor: Sean Penn, Milk
Best Actress: Anne Hathaway, Rachel Getting Married
Best Supporting Actor: Heath Ledger, The Dark Knight
Best Supporting Actress: Kate Winslet, The Reader

The Critics

Reel Movie Reviews: Notorious

The life, and untimely death, of Biggie Smalls was destined to be made into a movie.

Fortunately, those behind Notorious did its subject proud. Read more about the film now with our detailed Notorious review.

Jamal Woolard as Biggie

Newcomer Jamal Woolard has very big shoes to fill.

Bill Nighy Wants a Role in Pirates of the Caribbean 4

Bill Nighy wants to reprise his role in Pirates Of The Caribbean 4.

Granted, Davy Jones was killed at the conclusion of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest. But so what, the actor asks?

“I am technically dead but then again, who cares?” Nighy said to MTV News. “Everybody dies in the pirates movies. They killed Johnny [Depp] and Geoffrey [Rush]. Death is not permanent in the pirate world. I have a serious desire to come back.”

Davy Jones Picture

Leonardo DiCaprio Signs on to Beat the Reaper

Leonardo DiCaprio has lined up his next project. The actor will play a former hit-man in Beat the Reaper.

According to Variety, DiCaprio will star as a contract killer who enters the witness protection program; once there, he becomes a doctor.

Leonardo DiCaprio Picture

The character is drawn in to his former world, though, when a mobster recognizes the medic from his former life.

DiCaprio's current movie pits him alongside Kate Winlset in Revolutionary Road.

Quantum of Solace: Highest Grossing James Bond Movie Ever

Quantum of Solace has become the highest grossing James Bond movie in the history of the franchise.

The film has taken in over $167.1 million to become the most successful installment of all-time in North America, surpassing the $167 million grossed domestically by Casino Royale.

Daniel Craig Photo

Moreover, Quantum of Solace has grossed another $382.9 internationally.

"It is always gratifying when the audience responds to a film, but to be working with a character as successful as James Bond and see the two films Sony has handled become the two most successful films in the history of the franchise makes us all tremendously proud," said Jeff Blake, chairman of Sony Pictures Worldwide Marketing and Distribution. "It has been a special thrill to work on the Bond films, and we couldn't be more excited by the success of Quantum of Solace."

New Photos from Watchmen

Total Film Magazine has posted of new photos from Watchmen.

While the movie is still embroiled in a lawsuit, it's also still set for a March 6 release.

Here are three new shots from the film. Click on each to enlarge...

The Comedian PicNite Owl and Silk Spectre

A Hero Complex

Confirmed: Taylor Lautner to Return in New Moon

Taylor Lautner can breathe a sigh of relief.

Following weeks of rumors that he may be replaced in New Moon, the highly-anticipated sequel to Twilight, director Chris Weitz has confirmed that Lautner will be back in the role of Jacob.

“I’m very happy to announce that Taylor Lautner will be playing Jacob Black in New Moon and that he’s doing so with the enthusiastic support of Summit Entertainment, the producers, and Stephenie Meyer,” Weitz posted on author Stephenie Meyer’s official website, stepheniemeyer.com.

Taylor Lautner

The author herself is very much behind the decision, adding:

“My first priority was always what was best for New Moon - what was going to give us the best possible movie. I’m truly thrilled that Taylor was the one who proved to the director, to Summit, and to me that he is the best possible Jacob we could have. And I’m very much looking forward to seeing what he’s going to bring to Jacob’s character this year.”

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