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The 2012 Academy Awards started off with a bang, with Hugo taking 2 in a row. In fact, I’m happy to see that two of my favorite films of the year, The Artist and Hugo, both took home 5 Oscar’s a piece. I am glad that Hugo, my personal favorite for best pic, was recognized …
They are here! Been waiting patiently to hear what films are lucky enough to garner nomination for the 84th annual Academy Awards. Nothing too shocking here, I’m a bit surprised ‘The Adventures of Tintin’ was completely shut out of the Animation Category, though ‘Puss in Boots’ was nominated? Andy Serkis is sadly missing a nomination …
The Oscars are coming up! Hosted by the legendary host himself, Billy Crystal. Check out the promo below!
The Dark Knight Rises Trailer is released. I can go on record as saying I’m a huge fanboy of Nolan’s take on the series, and this does NOT look like it will disappoint. UPDATE: Looks like the trailer was pulled! I will update later if I can find a copy again. DKR TT by TexPorneau23
Another year gone, seems like just yesterday we were recapping the last awards season. So, whose gonna be taking home the gold this year? Let’s take a look at the nominees. BEST PICTURE: DRAMA The Descendants The Help Hugo The Ides of March Moneyball War Horse BEST PICTURE: COMEDY OR MUSICAL 50/50 The Artist Bridesmaids …
It’s been 11 years since Cast Away and What Lies Beneath, which means 11 years have passed since Robert Zemeckis (some may call him Spielberg Jr.) has directed a live-action film. In addition to ‘Flight.’ which Zemeckis is preparing to direct this fall – he’s put in motion a new project based off Dark Horse …
A few months back we had a great interview with the filmmakers behind the short ‘Ice Hockey,’ a great film from Larry Cohen that had its debut at IFFBoston. To celebrate the completion of his next film, Cohen has released Ice Hockey to the internet! His follow up is called Brothers. A film that looks …
Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey will be opening in theaters starting October 21st. The great film which saw its premiere at Sundance, tells the story of Kevin Clash, and his rise to becoming Elmo. It’s a great film, and definitely a must see documentary. Here are the dates of the screenings: October 21 New York, …
I’d been worried about this one. For so many reasons. Tintin has been a favorite of mine since I was a kid. I’d read ALL the books, and recently gotten the box set of them as a gift. Them getting feature film treatment was something I’d always wanted to see, and I was glad that …
The Independent Film Festival of Boston came to a close last night at the Coolidge Corner Theater with the screening of CONAN O’BRIEN CAN’T STOP. A week filled with 90 narrative, documentary, and short films, the festival as always, was a great success. While I’ve still got a few more reviews I’m working on, I …