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MSNBC decided to let their film critic decide the ten possibles for this year's best picture, so while we wait for the nominees, and also wait to see some of these yet to be released films, here's the list to ponder over: - Che (US title)/Guerilla; Director Steven Soderbergh; Starring: Demian Bichir, Rodrigo Santoro, Benicio Del Toro (IMDB Profile) Release Date: Jan 9, 2009
- The Curios Case of Benjamin Button; Director David Fincher; Starring: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Tilda Swinton, Elle Fanning (IMDB Profile) Release Date: Dec 25, 2008
- The Dark Knight; Director Christopher Nolan; Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine, Maggie Gyllenhaul, Gary Oldman (IMDB Profile)
- Frost/Nixon; Director Ron Howard; Starring: Janneke Arent, Kevin Bacon, Mickie Banyas, Jay Bird, Gene Boyer (IMDB Profile) Release Date: Dec 26, 2008
- Gran Torino; Director Clint Eastwood; Starring: Clint Eastwood, Geraldine Hughes, John Carroll Lynch, Cory Hardrict (IMDB Profile) Release Date: Jan 16, 2009
- Milk; Director Gus Van Sant; Starring: Sean Penn, Emile Hirsch, Josh Brolin, Diego Luna, James Franco, Alison Pill (IMDB Profile) Release Date: Dec 5, 2008
- The Reader; Director Stephen Daldry; Starring: Kate Winslet, Ralph Fiennes, Alexandra Maria Lara (IMDB Profile) Release Date: Jan 9, 2009
- Revolutionary Road; Director Sam Mendes; Starring: Kathy Bates, John Behlmann, David Campbell, Max Casella, Kristen Connolly (IMDB Profile) Release Date: Jan 15, 2009
- Slumdog Millionaire; Director Danny Boyle; Starring: Dev Patel, Anil Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, Freida Pinto (IMDB Profile)
- WALL-E; Director Andrew Stanton; Starring: Ben Burtt, Elissa Knight, Jeff Garlin, Fred Willard, Sigourney Weaver, John Ratzenberger (IMDB Profile)
After all who can say no to those WALL-E eyes?For the full article!
The IFC Media Project debut tonight, a six episode series hosted by Gideon Yago, on IFC. Unfortunately the series premiered to so-so reviews and while it promised to tell the truth behind the news, it apparantly fell short of the intuitive revealtions it promised. Well I will be tuning in, in hopes to change my mind, and if you want to as well check it out next Tuesday from 8-8:30!
ABC wrapped production on this seasons 13 episodes of Pushing Daisies and although all haven't aired yet, the network is waiting to see how the show will do in ratings in the final episodes of the season before they order any more! So sad, since even though this season wasn't as strong as the first, I really enjoy this show and its happy, unique, ways. So to help save the show write a letter to the network and help revive it for another season, o yea and watch it Wednesday at 8 PM on ABC!ABC500 S. Buena Vista StreetBurbank, CA 91521-4551
Although I have not watched this afterschool video countdown in more than a handful of years, it has been a staple for the MTV network and was one of the few remaining shows that focused on Music Videos. Well tonight the show is going off air with a big special and has invited back alot of big names from past and present including Kanye West, Beyonce, Ludacris, Justin Timberlake, and many many more. It's bittersweet, the end of an era, but also welcome since viewership has slipped continuously through the years. To help remind us of some of the most outrageous moments Entertainment Weekly put together their top 10 moments of TRL history:
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The Northern Clemency by Philip Hensher is a book that follows a middle class family living in the outer suburbs of London over three decades. The read becomes fascinating as it follows the extraordinary lives and details of very ordinary people.
Nooo I'm not over a week overdue. Now that we have voted in the most important election of the year, it's time to vote in the second most important. Yes that's right, the People's Choice Awards! So let your voice be heard because in this election only the popular vote counts. It's up to you to pick the best in movies, music, and television so unless you're anti-pop culture I suggest you go ahead and VOTE!
If you haven't already seen the 5 minute long commercial trailers on tv and are unaware of this new Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman film than here's the scoop: Australia is the epic movie of the year with seemingly amazing cinematography, a beautiful plotline, and probably a tearful ending. I say this movie is worth seeing just for the feel good, big budget, indulgence factor that reminisces of Gone with the Wind and Casablanca. Plus how can you go wrong with looking at Hugh Jackman for several hours on screen...whether you're a boy or a girl you can appreciate the looks and action! The film opens in theaters November 26th...so get out of the house this Thanksgiving and go enjoy!Australia
Repo! The Genetic Opera that is. Yes the Paris Hilton film, but I think it is worth a viewing and the plot sounds interesting and an enjoyable why not cinematic experience.IMDB Plots summary is as follows:In the year 2056 - the not so distant future - an epidemic of organ failures devastates the planet. Out of the tragedy, a savior emerges: GeneCo, a biotech company that offers organ transplants, for a price. Those who miss their payments are scheduled for repossession and hunted by villainous Repo Men. In a world where surgery addicts are hooked on painkilling drugs and murder is sanctioned by law, a sheltered young girl searches for the cure to her own rare disease as well as information about her family's mysterious history. After being sucked into the haunting world of GeneCo, she is unable to turn back, as all of her questions will be answered at the wildly anticipated spectacular event: The Genetic Opera.Check out the trailer!
As the countdown continues, lets embrace a very special aspect of what makes a Bond film a Bond film...the Bond girls. So Time rated their top ten and whether you agree or disagree with their picks, there is one thing that everyone can agree with; the films just wouldn't be the same without these badass babes. Top 10
The date I am very excited for in the New Year....yes thats right, when Lost returns for its fifth season. As ABC reaches for returning viewers to their fall shows that have been slightly lackluster, the return of this cult followed series is sure to not disappoint in ratings. Grey's Anatomy take note! The premiere will be a two hour event! Start catching up now if you're new to the show because you're sure to become obsesesed and waste numerous hours making predictions and if you're a returning fan, going back and brushing up on past episode details is always a good idea.Check out free episodes on ABC
Salmonella Men on Planet Porno by Yasutaka Tsutsui is a collection of interesting offbeat stories come together for a very enjoyable read! Think Wayside School stories for an adult reader.
If you're getting antsy for 007 like me then check out EW's trivia challenge to see how much of a Bond fan you really are. I got 140 points :) I recommend trying to beat it...Good Luck! Shaken...not stirred!
Slumdog Millionaire is brought to us by director Danny Boyle (Trainspotting).Summarized as:"The story of how impoverished Indian teen Jamal Malik became a contestant on the Hindi version of "Who Wants to be A Millionaire?" -- an endeavor made without prize money in mind, rather, an effort to prove his love for his friend Latika, who is an ardent fan of the show."Check out the trailer and go check it out if its playing near you Friday:http://www.apple.com/trailers/fox_searchlight/slumdogmillionaire/
Dreamworks Madagascar sequel rocked the box office this weekend bringing in $63.5 million.
Here are the rest of the top 10:
2. "Role Models," $19.3 million.
3. "High School Musical 3: Senior Year," $9.3 million. 4. "Changeling," $7.3 million.
5. "Zack and Miri Make a Porno," $6.5 million.
6. "Soul Men," $5.6 million. 7. "Saw V," $4.2 million. 8. "The Haunting of Molly Hartley," $3.5 million.
9. "The Secret Life of Bees," $3.1 million.
10. "Eagle Eye," $2.6 million. Get excited as Bond is sure to help boost movie attendance even more this weekend!
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