January 2009 News Archive (Page 3)

Joseph Gordon-Levitt stars in G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra as Cobra Commander.

In a new interview with Hit Flix, the actor talks about what drew him to the action movie.

"I'll tell you what it was. It was when they showed me drawings of the design for my character's look," the actor said. "I was like, 'I get to be that? You're going to make that in real life and stick it on me? Cool. Let me do it.' That's a once-in-lifetime opportunity. Actors throughout the ages would be flabbergasted at the abilities of modern storytelling and technology. I was honored and, beyond honored, I had a f***ing blast getting to play with these toys."

G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra opens August 7.

Is the international bank behind a worldwide, dangerous conspiracy?

Such a question is posed in The International, which opens on February 13.

Enjoy this trailer for the suspense thriller:

The latest movie rumor making the rounds?

Jennifer Lopez might be bringing Broadway hit In the Heights to the big screen.

According to The New York Post, the actress first saw the production in July; then saw it twice last week and proceeded to accompany the show's producer, Meryl Poster, to dinner.

“She loves the play but is not Broadway bound," a source told Page Six.

A fish-out-water romantic comedy that makes fun of small-town life? What an original idea the movie New in Town has cooked up?

NOT!

Read our full review to see what else we have to say about this Renee Zellweger film.

Movie goers will have to wait a few extra months to laugh at Sacha Baron Cohen's upcoming foray into the world of undercover homosexuality.

The release date for Bruno has been pushed from May 15 to July 10.

According to Variety, the comedy grabbed the July slot after it became available last week when Sony announced it was pushing back the release of Roland Emmerich's action flick 2012 to November 13.

Elizabeth Banks has gone from filming an amateur porn - in Zack and Miri Make a Porno - to starring in a horror movie.

She recently spoke to ShockTillYouDrop about the upcoming film, The Uninvited.

"It's a very gothic story. It's essentially a murder mystery. I think it's scarier [movie] because it's girls," the actress said. "I think what's chilling about this is you see Emily Browning and you think she's so sweet and cute with those big eyes and cheeks and you want to take care of her. To see her come alive with anger is powerful. With boys we expect aggression and it's not as chilling when they use it. You're not expecting it from girls and this movie is basically about Anna and Rachel butting heads."

Might Dakota Fanning really bare her fangs as vampire Jane in the upcoming Twilight sequel, New Moon? The young actress is addressing these recent casting rumors.

"I really hope it works out," Fanning told Hitfix.com while promoting her current thriller, Push. "It would be a really fantastic experience, I'm sure."

The role would appear to be a perfect fit. As described in a casting notice, Jane - a member of the deadly Volturi - is a petite blonde with a "Botticelli angel-like face [and] crimson irises."

Fanning would join returning stars Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner. Filming for New Moon begins in March.

From a romantic comedy to a Guy Ritchie-directed thriller to a take on modern day racism, here's a close look at the three new movies available on DVD this week...

Vicky Cristina Barcelona
Stars: Penelope Cruz, Javier Bardem, Rebecca Hall, Scarlett Johansson
Why you should rent it: Cruz is nominated for an Academy Award. Might as well find out why.

RockNRolla
Stars: Gerard Butler
Why you should rent it: Because Guy Ritche just got divorced. The director needs your support.

Lakeview Terrace
Stars: Samuel L. Jackson
Why you should rent it: Because you run the risk of pissing off Jackson if you don't.

The Screen Actor's Guild honored the best and the brightest from 2008 last night.

Often a pre-cursor to which actors and movies take home the big prizes at next month's Academy Awards, here's a rundown of winners in major categories:

Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture

‘Doubt’
‘Frost/Nixon’
‘Milk’
‘Slumdog Millionaire’ — WINNER
‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role

Richard Jenkins - ‘The Visitor’
Frank Langella - ‘Frost/Nixon’
Sean Penn - ‘Milk’ — WINNER
Brad Pitt - ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’
Mickey Rourke - ‘The Wrestler'

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Paul Blart: Mall Cop? More like Paul Blart: Box Office Champ!

For the second consecutive week, this security officer bested all comers across the nation. Here's a look at the weekend's highest grossing films:

1. Paul Blart: Mall Cop: $21.5 million
2. Underworld: Rise of the Lycans: $20.7 million
3. Gran Torino: $16 million
4. Hotel for Dogs: $12.3 million
5. Slumdog Millionaire: $10.5 million

Paul Blart rolled to another box office victory.