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REVIEW: Gyllenhaal, Prince of Persia Delivers Throwback Movie Thrills

Posted on May 27, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Prince of Persia is a maybe-not-so-accurate historical epic based on a video game — and that’s the reason to see it, not stay away from it. By now everyone has seen the pictures of an impossibly buff and buffed Jake Gyllenhaal — his skin looks as if it’s been polished with centuries’ worth of walnut oil — as an ancient Persian warrior. We’ve all laughed derisively at his brooding stare and anachronistic rock-star tresses. But Gyllenhaal gets the last laugh in Prince of Persia : He’s having a great time, he knows he looks awesome and he gets to ride horses. Plus, in the end his character gets the girl, a stunner of a princess named Tomina (though I immediately forgot her name and could henceforth think of her only as Princess Hummina Hummina). If you think you’re above Prince of Persia — and until I saw it, I certainly did — then it’s time to come off your not-so-high horse.

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REVIEW: Father of My Children Brims With Daring and Confidence

Posted on May 26, 2010 by | Leave a comment

A bisected portrait of two families — one small and thriving, one sprawling and dysfunctional — both headed by the same, charming man, The Father of My Children examines the shipwreck of suicide and the grief of those left stranded in its wake. Writer and director Mia Hansen-Løve based the character of Grégoire (Louis-Do de Lencquesaing) on French independent film producer Humbert Balsan, with whom she was briefly acquainted before he committed suicide in 2005. A champion of her first film, All Is Forgiven , the paradox Balsan’s death presented — how could one so artistically vital and outwardly charismatic succumb to self-destruction? — inspired the 29-year-old director’s second, remarkable effort.

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REVIEW: Survival of the Dead Devoured by Too Many Unanswered Questions

Posted on May 26, 2010 by | Leave a comment

During the torture-porn heyday, zombie maestro George A. Romero issued a curt but cutting assessment of the trend: “I don’t get [them]. They’re lacking metaphor.” Coming from the father of a micro-genre he has successfully tweaked to suit the times for more than 40 years, that had to hurt. The cyclical resurgence of zombie films — of which Romero’s 2008 Diary of the Dead and now Survival of the Dead are only a part — suggests that the metaphor is key to its endurance; the market for graphic internal anatomy lessons seems more finite. But while Survival of the Dead does its best to work up a decent allegorical bent — this time involving territorial pissing matches within a country under siege — its power is diffused (and frankly, confused) by its execution. Instead of closing in for the metaphorical kill, the film frequently wanders off in a new, noncommital direction.

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The Hollywood Gossip Week in Review: May 15-21, 2010

Posted on May 22, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Welcome to The Hollywood Gossip Week in Review, where our staff takes a look back on the last seven days in celebrity gossip, Hollywood news and rumors. Some of the highlights from May 15-21 include … Lindsay Lohan missed an L.A. court date partying in Cannes, claimed her passport was stolen, made bail, avoided arrest, and may be dating Indrani . The Kendra Wilkinson sex tape has proved to be a hot … seller. Justin Frye was outed as the dude on it, and a number of RSNFW pics were leaked. Rima Fakih was crowned Miss USA 2010. The first Muslim-American winner was allowed to keep her title despite her past as a stripper pole champ . Rumors surfaced that LeBron James’ mom, Gloria, was doing his teammate, Delonte West . The James’ lawyer denies it. Calvin Murphy says it’s true. Rima Fakih is your new Miss USA, controversy and all. Dr. Arnold Klein says Michael Jackson chose who he loved . Dr. Conrad Murray actually helped save a life this time – some woman on board a flight! The great Justin Bieber truly transcends all racial boundaries. But is Greyson Chance , 12, already the second coming of Biebs … or of Lady Gaga? The recovering Bret Michaels had a stroke. Get well soon, B. God totally hates Kim Kardashian . Seriously We have proof. Jennifer Aniston posed, sweaty, for some sexy SmartWater . Food dude Juan Carlos Cruz may have tried to off his wife. The sights of Dancing with the Stars this week. American Idol booted Casey James , setting up a Lee/Crystal final. Dancing with the Stars 86’d Chad Ochocinco in the semifinals. And possibly censored Miley Cyrus ‘ performance on the show. Jesse James is getting, like, so choked up over his mistakes. Speaking of cheaters: Tiger and Elin Woods ? Not speaking. Finally, the Matt Lauer cheating rumors just refuse to die. Jensen and Danneel made it official. Audrina and Ryan officially split. It’s over: Audrina Patridge and Ryan Cabrera called it quits, as did Amanda Seyfriend and Dominic Cooper; Hef booted those Shannon Twins. Wedding bells: Valerie Bertinelli and businessman beau Tom Vitale are engaged; CW hotties Jensen Ackles and Daneeel Harris got married! Baby news: Amy Adams had a girl; Claudia Schiffer had a girl (her third child); Drew Lachey had a boy (second child); John Travolta and Kelly Preston are expecting; Chris Daughtry and wife Deanna are expecting twins! R.I.P.: Ronnie James Dio. NOTE : Don’t forget to follow THG on Twitter and Facebook for all the latest news, celebrity gossip, rumors, commentary and humor as it happens, 24/7/365!

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Movieline’s Week in Review: So You Think You Cannes Dance?

Posted on May 21, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Whether the center of your pop-culture world was on the Croisette, in New York or in Los Angeles, Movieline this week offered something specific and delightful for everyone. And for those of you simply still in dumbfounded shock over Megan Fox, you’re covered, too. Read on for our Week in Review, and let Christopher Rosen (and much-anticipated Cannes awards announcements) guide you through the weekend. Have a great one!

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REVIEW: Shrek Forever After a Witty, Fitting Franchise Finale

Posted on May 20, 2010 by | Leave a comment

That the Shrek films have always had one eye firmly on the chaperones — regularly casting clever asides, storybook mash-ups, and classic rock riffs into their corner — is one of their canniest innovations. While appealing to parents is standard procedure today, at the time of the original’s release, in 2001, it still seemed like a clutch move, elevating the film above the steady flow of Disney treacle it took pleasure in subverting and taking up Pixar’s gauntlet. Almost a decade after its inception, having slightly adjusted the bar for family entertainment, the franchise finds an apt farewell in Shrek Forever After. More redux than sequel, the final Shrek is more parent- (and specifically dad-) oriented than ever; it may also produce the first twinge of nostalgia in the kids who thrilled to the original at a formative age.

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REVIEW: Jim Broadbent, Cillian Murphy Anchor Eccentric Perrier’s Bounty

Posted on May 19, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Loose, flinty, and a little in love with itself, Perrier’s Bounty struts the fine line of self-consciousness drawn by neo-gangster capers like The Usual Suspects , In Bruges and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. It’s still a relatively new — and presumably malleable — design, but director Ian Fitzgibbon seems comfortable within its broad strokes: Chronic f*ck-up angers casually vicious, slightly absurd kingpin; bon mots and a body count ensue. Not designed to blend in (can a film in an eccentric mold achieve true eccentricity?) and yet lacking the extra inch to distinguish it from its better-known kin, Perrier’s Bounty is content to merely measure up.

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Movie Review: Robin Hood

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Benny Hollywood

When Russell Crowe teamed up with director Ridley Scott in 2000, few could’ve known they’d give birth to a film now cited as one of the greatest of the decade. Somehow Gladiator’s sheer corniness was overlooked in favour of its spectacle to become a huge hit and a runaway bestseller in the early DVD market. As you would imagine given those involved, ‘Robin Hood’ is epic in every sense- sweeping landscapes, rousing score and a bum-numbing 2 hour 20 minute running time. There are things that stop it from being a true classic- it can be slow in places, and it’s more than slightly inspired by ‘Braveheart’ and the ‘other’ Scott/Crowe epic. However, for everything that makes you roll your eyes there’s another that makes you go ‘wow’. The look is fantastic, and although there are long breaks between battle scenes they are definitely worth the wait, especially the awesome climax on the beach. Credit also to the writers for not making this a typical story of the outlaw, more an origin piece dealing with his time in the army and the aftermath of King John’s ascension. The film takes you back to the 12th Century and follows Robin Longstride (Russell Crowe) on a journey to return the sword of dying knight Robert Loxley to his father, Sir Walter Loxley in Nottingham. Russell Crowe plays a more rugged Robin than we have seen before, but unfortunately his accent seems as confused as his character’s history. He is joined on the journey back from France by Little John (Kevin Durand), Will Scarlet (Scott Grimes) and Allan A’Dayle (Alan Doyle), a comedic trio, portrayed as a Welsh man, English man and Irish man, bringing humour to their journey. Cate Blanchett played a strong willed Marion Loxley, shrugging off the damsel in distress stereotype, making Robin work to win her love in a different adaptation of the romantic side of the story. Overall, the film was entertaining but didn’t quite match up to the hype. It was however, a completely new, grittier take on the Robin Hood legend compared to the ‘camp’ efforts of the past. It was missing much of the robbing the rich to feed the poor that might be expected, but this was clearly a ‘beginning’ film setting out how Robin Longstride became Robin Hood. There’s flaws, certainly, but there’s also a lot to like about this film. Reliable leads, a decent script and a cracking final sequence means that while you may not be quoting it for years to come, it will certainly give you a memorable evening. Movie Review: Robin Hood is a post from: Daily World Buzz Continue reading →

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REVIEW: Leading Ladies Lift Lovely Letters to Juliet

Posted on May 13, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Gary Winick’s Letters to Juliet is such a gentle romantic comedy that it barely feels like a romantic comedy at all, at least not in the way we currently define the genre. There’s no Amy Adams hilariously slipping through the mud in her high heels, no Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey uproariously pretending not to like each other as they traipse around some tropical island in their shorts, no dueling brides catfighting about who’s going to have her dream wedding at the Plaza on a specific day. Letters to Juliet also has the distinction of featuring a marvelous performance from the woman who is, in my view, our greatest living actress.

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REVIEW: Flimsy Princess Kaiulani Serves Up Hawaiian History Lite

Posted on May 12, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Designed to be both essential history lesson and costume weeper, Princess Kaiulani comes up short on both fronts: Deadly earnest intentions and lack of dramatic gumption ensure that the story of Hawaii’s favored daughter remains under-told. Skimping on detail and narrative depth, the film manages to misuse its embarrassment of natural resources — beautiful brown people in Victorian garb, for one thing; the tetchy notion that British colonization suited the Hawaiians better than American imperialism did, for another — in its determination to honor them with a queasy blend of History Channel import and Merchant-Ivory sweep.

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