Writer Dan O’Bannon Dead at Age 63

Dan O’Bannon, best known for writing the original “Alien” movie has died at the age of 63. O’Bannon got his start in 1975 at USC, where he collaboarated with fellow student John Carpenter to create “Dark Star.”  That short was eventually expanded to a full-length feature, which launched both O’Bannon and Carpenter’s careers.  O’Bannon worked …

“Big Trouble in Little China” Heads to Blu-Ray

The John Carpenter/Kurt Russell 1980s classic, “Big Trouble in Little China,” is headed to blu-ray.  That’s right, you’ll soon be able to enjoy Jack Burton, the Pork Chop Expres and Kim Cattrall acting like a reporter in true HD.  Here’s the full specs for the movie: Feature (Theatrical version and an extended cut) Commentary by …