Listen closely and you can hear the womp wooommp coming out of Universal HQ from miles away — that’s the refrain of the day as Tower Heist underperformed its way into second place behind the incredibly resilient Shrek spinoff Puss in Boots . Faring as well as could be reasonably expected in both films’ shadows, find the latest Harold & Kumar installment. Your Weekend Receipts are here.
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Weekend Receipts: Puss in Boots Claws its Way Back to First
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One can only imagine what scorchingly candid observations Universal boss Ron Meyer will soon make about his studio’s Tower Heist , which is currently more than 30 percent off the pace originally projected for its opening-weekend grosses. America wasn’t racing to the latest Harold & Kumar film either, choosing instead a family-friendlier 3-D confection that may yet emerge at the top of the box-office charts. Your Friday Box Office is here.
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Friday Box Office: Tower Heist Barely Paying Off as Puss Holds Fast
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Most critics are lukewarm on the Eddie Murphy, Ben Stiller caper flick. By Kevin P. Sullivan Ben Stiller and Gabourey Sidibe in “Tower Heist” Photo: Universal Pictures The 99 percent finally have their own heist movie! In “Tower Heist,” Eddie Murphy and Ben Stiller team up to take back money from an evil executive who Ponzi-ed it away from the staff of his New York apartment building. The reviews certainly aren’t glowing, and most paint it as a less entertaining “Ocean’s Eleven” but admit there are some laughs to be had. We’ve rounded up some of the reviews to give you an idea of what the critics are saying. Take a look below to find out if you should join in on “Tower Heist.” The Story “The employees at a gilded Manhattan apartment complex, led by manager Ben Stiller, decide to rob the ass of a Madoff-like billionaire in the penthouse (a supremely slimy Alan Alda ). Why? He’s bilked them out of their pensions. Stiller recruits a bankrupt resident ( Matthew Broderick ) and a bellhop ( Michael Pe
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In this weekend’s Tower Heist , Eddie Murphy stars as as a benevolent crook who helps a few Ponzi scheme victims attempt to recover their money. So how did a Brooklyn-area stand-up transform himself into an ’80s comedic superstar, an unexpected dramatic talent and this February, an Academy Award host?
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9 Milestones in the Evolution of Eddie Murphy
In this weekend’s Tower Heist , Eddie Murphy stars as as a benevolent crook who helps a few Ponzi scheme victims attempt to recover their money. So how did a Brooklyn-area stand-up transform himself into an ’80s comedic superstar, an unexpected dramatic talent and this February, an Academy Award host?
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We established long ago, well before Tower Heist was greenlit, that sorting out the many irons in Brett Ratner’s directorial fire is something of a fool’s errand . New projects seem to come and go from the filmmaker’s slate every day, with a few priority projects like Beverly Hills Cop IV hang on for dear life (their stars’ disinterest notwithstanding). And now you can add another “dream project” to the list.
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How About Brett Ratner Just Makes Beverly Hills Witch and Calls it Even?
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“106 & Park” host Rocsi stunned the crowds and cameras earlier this week when she attended the Global Grind-hosted event “A Conversation with ‘Tower Heist’ Director Brett Ratner.” Wearing a sheer, floor-length black gown, she proudly showed off her lacy undergarments – and her legs, thanks to a knee-high slit. A wide belt accentuated her tiny waist. Do you find this red-carpet appropriate? Fab Or Fug? Rocsi’s Spring Bling Bikini Rocsi Looks Glam While Partying In Cali [PHOTOS]
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Imagine Chris Tucker , Dave Chappelle , Mike Epps , Katt Williams , and Martin Lawrence in the ultimate heist flick. Well, it almost happened. In this exclusive interview with TheUrbandaily Tower Heist star Eddie Murphy explains his original concept for the action flick that included a comedy dream team. ( Need to make a quick getaway? Go to BlackAtlas.com ) Tower Heist , starring Eddie Murphy and Ben Stiller is in theaters nationwide November 4, 2011. RELATED POSTS: Eddie Murphy Is Hosting The Oscars! FIRST LOOK: Eddie Murphy And Gabourey Sidibe In “Tower Heist” Trailer [VIDEO] Eddie Murphy To Receive Comedy Icon Award
Eddie Murphy: “Tower Heist” Was Originally A Black “Ocean’s Eleven” [EXCLUSIVE]
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The latest trailer for Tower Heist is out, and not a minute too soon as Universal prepares to undertake Hollywood’s most adventurous journey yet on the VOD frontier: Releasing Brett Ratner’s comedy to on-demand audiences just three weeks after its Nov. 4 theatrical opening. Exhibitors are pledging boycotts , pundits are wringing their hands , and competing studios are paying extra close attention to how it could all affect them. All of which misses the bottom line for viewers, which is: How much???
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Trailer: Under What Circumstances Would You Pay $59.99 to Watch Tower Heist?
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Well, there you have it: Co-producer Brett Ratner asked, his Tower Heist star Eddie Murphy accepted, and the Academy today gave its official blessing for the comic/actor to host the 84th Academy Awards next February.
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It’s Official: Eddie Murphy Hosting 2012 Oscars
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