Coens Taking on “True Grit”

Oscar-winning filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen are reportedly taking on a remake of John Wayne’s classic “True Grit.” The movie, which won Wayne an Oscar, was released in 1969.  Variety says the new movie will not be a traditional remake, and instead will be very faithful to the Charles Portis book.  The book is about …

Coens Cast ‘Serious Man’

The Coen Brothers have tapped two under the radar actors for their new film, ‘A Serious Man.’ Richard Kind (Spin City), and Michael Stuhlbarg will star as brothers in a black comedy that takes place in 1967. The film is about Larry Gopnik, a professor whose life stars to fall apart when his wife leaves …

‘Burn After Reading’ Poster Released

The poster for the latest movie by Joel and Ethan Coen has been released. Evoking the work of Saul Bass, the poster has me even more excited to see ‘Burn After Reading.’  The film stars George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Frances McDormand and John Malkovich. If you haven’t seen the trailer, check out the red-band version …

Oscars: Best Director

This year, for me anway, is a pretty exciting year for the Oscars. The best director category usually has at least one of my favorite directors hanging around. Last year, we had Clint Eastwood and the long long overdue win for Mr. Scorsese. The year before held Steven Spielberg and the win for Ang Lee …