Writer Claims ‘Pirates’ Rumors Not True

Apparently the news that has been circulating about a fourth Pirate film is far from true, including the record payday for Johnny Depp. In his blog, Terry Rossio wrote: “For the record, none of the recent Pirates 4 rumors have any truth, including the so-called record 50 million dollar payday for Depp. Some pretty funny …

Review: The Duchess

‘The Duchess’ starring Keira Knightley that is based on best selling book by Amanda Foreman, that tells the story of aristocrat Georgiana Cavendish, the Duchess of Devonshire. The film was directed by Saul Dibb, and the screenplay was adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, and Foreman.

Mel Gibson Definately Too Old For This…

‘Lethal Weapon’ director Richard Donner says Mel Gibson has passed on taking part in the fifth film in the popular franchise. Producer Joel Silver recently put into development Shane Black’s script after being completely bowled over with it.  However, Mel has put the kibosh on the gang getting back together, according to Donner. ‘Yes, the …

First Look at Downey as Holmes

  The first pictures of Robert Downey Jr. playing Sherlock Holmes have surfaced on-line.  Holmes one of the most portrayed character on-film with the role already being inhabited by Basil Rathbone, Michael Caine, Jonathan Pryce, Rupert Everett, Christopher Lee, Charlton Heston, Peter O’Toole and Jeremy Brett The web-site, Just Jared, has posted a good number …

Review: Appaloosa

Ed Harris’ second directorial effort, ‘Appaloosa,’ is a study in friendship and quality filmmaking.  While most westerns seem loath to have characters discuss their feelings and thoughts, ‘Appaloosa,’ doesn’t shy away from such openness.  And that’s what makes it such a treat.

Netflix Adds Blu-Ray Charge

Netflix is disappointing customers by adding an extra $1 a month to their service charges for customers who would like access to Blu-Ray titles. The new terms go in effect November 5th, and only effects customers who have opted-in to Blu-Ray access. Personally, as someone who went the HD-DVD route and as of yet have …

Johnny Depp Breaks Salary Records

Apparently Captain Jack Sparrow has some more adventuring to do, and, Disney feels its worth while enough to pay Johnny Depp a staggering $56 million dollars to reprise his role in a fourth Pirates of the Caribbean film. Granted, the film wouldn’t be the same without him, and given its financial success, they can afford …