‘2 Guns’ leads Friday, ‘Smurfs 2’ bombs
1) 2 Guns- 9.8M Friday, 27.0M Weekend Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg can add another #1 opening to their name this weekend. 2 Guns should continue to perform moderately well after securing a B+ cinemascore. 2) The Wolverine- 6.4M Friday, … Continue reading ‘2 Guns’ leads Friday, ‘Smurfs 2’ bombs
2 Guns
STARRING: Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg, Paula Patton, Bill Paxton, Edward James Olmos, James Marsden, Robert John Burke, Fred Ward.
DIRECTED BY: Baltasar Kormakur
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GI Joe: Retaliation
STARRING: Dwayne Johnson, Adrianne Palicki, Jonathan Pryce, Byung-hun Lee,Bruce Willis, DJ Cotrona, Ray Park, Channing Tatum, Ray Stevenson, Elodie Yung, Walton Goggins, Luke Bracey, Joseph Mazzello, RZA, Arnold Vosloo
DIRECTED BY: Jon M. Chu
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Movie Review: Turbo
STARRING: Ryan Reynolds, Paul Giamatti, Samuel L. Jackson, Michael Pena, Luis Guzman, Bill Hader, Snoop Dogg, Maya Rudolph, Richard Jenkins, Ken Jeong, Michelle Rodriguez. WRITTEN BY: Darren Lemke and Robert D. Siegel DIRECTED BY: David … Continue reading Movie Review: Turbo
Happy Birthday: 8/2
Edward Furlong (33) Even though he hasn’t done a decent film in a long time (Arachnoquake? Seriously?), he does have Terminator 2: Judgement Day and American History X in his filmography. Sam Worthington (37) Easily most famous for his role in … Continue reading Happy Birthday: 8/2
Billy Bob Thornton joins ‘Fargo’
Billy Bob Thornton has been tapped to star in FX’s limited series, ‘Fargo’, based on the Oscar winning film by The Coen Brothers. He’s the first cast member signed, but this is a huge get for FX. Continue reading Billy Bob Thornton joins ‘Fargo’
Universal working on another ‘Bourne’ for Renner
Universal is keeping the Bourne franchise alive, and is sticking with the replacement Aaron Cross (Jeremy Renner), for now. Universal has been heavy on established franchises recently, greenlighting a Mummy reboot, while working on a Jurassic Park 4 and a … Continue reading Universal working on another ‘Bourne’ for Renner
American Idol has given up. Urban, Lopez, I Am to judge.
American Idol has officially given up, in what could very well be the last season. Audition numbers were the lowest they’ve ever had, especially in San Fransisco, which saw only 1,000 auditioners. Cities used to draw between 10 and 20K, … Continue reading American Idol has given up. Urban, Lopez, I Am to judge.
‘Smurfs 2’ opens to 5.2M on Wednesday
Though I can’t imagine people rushing out to see The Smurfs 2 on a Wednesday, it managed 5.2M. I still think this means that the film will do about 30M for the weekend, give or take. People do have jobs … Continue reading ‘Smurfs 2’ opens to 5.2M on Wednesday
‘Glee’ likely ending after Season 6
FOX head honcho Kevin Reilly has said that Glee will likely be ending in Season 6, once the main storylines reach their logical conclusion. He did say that the show could go longer, if there was some new breakout younger … Continue reading ‘Glee’ likely ending after Season 6
On TV Tonight: 8/1
As there aren’t really any regular TV shows on tonight that I would recommend, here’s a look at a few classic films you could watch instead: Goodfellas (Encore)- 8PM Ted (HBO)- 9PM The Green Mile (IFC)- 8PM Requiem For A … Continue reading On TV Tonight: 8/1
25 People You’ll Never Believe Hosted SNL
1) Anthony Perkins (1976) Because nothing says “funny” like having the guy who played Norman Bates on the show. 2) Ralph Nader (1977) Before he was hugging trees, and before he ran for President with the Green Party, Ralph Nader … Continue reading 25 People You’ll Never Believe Hosted SNL
Twelve People Who Should Host SNL Next Season
As SNL gears up for another season, they are going to have to start booking hosts. Here are ten suggestions of people who should definitely be considered for hosting: 1) Nick Offerman The Parks and Recreation standout has segued into … Continue reading Twelve People Who Should Host SNL Next Season
Happy Birthday: 7/31
Rico Rodriguez (15) It’s hard to believe that Rico is already 15, but he’s terrific on Modern Family, and it’s basically the only thing on his resume at this point. Joey Richter (24) While you may not know him by … Continue reading Happy Birthday: 7/31
Hot New Trailer: Bad Grandpa
Johnny Knoxville is taking his Jackass character to the extreme, filming a half-narrative, half-hidden camera film where his Bad Grandpa character shocks regular folk. Continue reading Hot New Trailer: Bad Grandpa
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