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Film Peek - January 2008

TWO OSCAR SHOWS PLANNED

January 31st 2008 07:59

In case the writers’ strike isn’t over by Oscars night on the 24th February, academy president Sid Ganis has formed a contingency plan. Gannis stated there will be two Oscar shows, ‘The show we would love to do and ... a show that we would prefer not to do’.

If the strike is over, then the Oscars will follow its usual format of glitz, glamour and thankful speeches. If not, a show consisting of, ‘history and packages of film and concepts that are not normally ones that we would have for the show if we were moving straight ahead,' will be aired.

Either way, both viewers and media will have some sort of Oscars celebration to look forward to watching and talking about with the usual zeal.

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FREDDY KRUEGER RETURNS

January 31st 2008 05:59

It seems that Freddy Krueger’s scare-mongering days could be coming back. Daily Variety reported that New Line and production company Platinum Dunes were discussing the possibility of a new series of Nightmare on Elm Street films based on the 1980s knife-riddled character. Freddie has been retired for 24 years after making eight films and two television spin-offs beginning in 1984.

Michael Bay, Brad Fuller and Andrew Form are believed to be involved in overseeing the remake.

It may not be safe to dream any more...

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BEYONCÉ TO PLAY ETTA JAMES

January 28th 2008 23:17

Beyoncé Knowles’ next acting step is as Etta James, the renowned American blues, soul, R&B, jazz singer and songwriter. The movie, unnamed as yet, focuses on 1950s Chicago, portraying the lives of American musical legends such as Muddy Waters and Elvis Presley.

Etta’s 1961 ballad, ‘At Last’, is recognised as a timeless classic that has featured in many movies and television commercials since its release. Etta’s ability to adjust her style as musical trends changed set her apart from other soul singers. Hence, decades on, she still has a strong and loyal following.

This is Beyoncé’s next role after Dreamgirls in 2006. Adrien Brody and Jeffrey Wright will also star in the film. Beyoncé stated she is honoured to undertake the role as she is a huge fan of Etta’s.

Filming will begin will begin in Mississippi and New Jersey later in the year.

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GIFF 2008 - HERZOG, SUICIDE AND KID ART

January 27th 2008 23:16

As you know I attend the Gothenburg Film Festival 2008, and so far it's been quite entertaining.

The last couple of days, Saturday and Sunday, I saw two documentaries and a very low budget movie from Chile. The idea with festivals is to catch movies that you regularly never would've had the chance to see, at least on the big screen

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SMART PEOPLE TRAILER

January 27th 2008 04:41

Canadian actor, Ellen Page (Hard Candy, Juno) chooses roles that allow her to show her quick wit, firm use of dialogue and strong acting abilities. In Smart People it looks as though she continues that path.

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GÖTEBORG INTERNATIONAL FILMFESTIVAL

January 25th 2008 20:21

I'm currently in Sweden, at the International Filmfestival of Göteborg (aka Gothenburg), which took off today. I've managed to see one movie, before the big opening party.

The movie is Lars and the Real Girl, with Ryan Gosling amongst others. Its screenplay is also Academy Award nominated for best screenplay, so I had ok expectations. The concept was interesting, about a guy who falls in love with a doll because of social issues... At least there's a fair share of originality

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HEATH LEDGER FOUND DEAD

January 22nd 2008 22:42

This could be a sick joke, but I'm afraid it's completely true. I still can't believe it, due to his success and as a big fan it caught me unprepared.

Heath Ledger, known from several movies and not least for his part as the Joker in the new Batman, The Dark Knight, was found dead at his apartment

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OSCARS 2008 - ACADEMY AWARD NOMINEES

January 22nd 2008 16:30

Exciting times again, Academy Awards 2008 are closing in and the nominees are officially out. We have some good films, which proves we had a good year. Take a look and judge by yourselves. I've had the pleasure of catching most of them, so I marked the ones I find most probable to win in blue.

What do you think of this year's list? Discuss about this in the forums
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THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG - FIRST PICTURES

January 15th 2008 03:12

I like the look of this new Walt Disney film, The Princess and the Frog. It’s a while away from being finished yet, its date being 2009, but Walt Disney just released a picture for audiences to gain a taste.

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HARRY POTTER AND DEATHLY HALLOWS – TWO FILMS

January 14th 2008 23:22

HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS – TWO FILMS

It seems that the seventh and final Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, will be divided into two parts. The reason behind the change is simple, the books have grown in length and splitting the story is the only way to do it justice.

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2008 GOLDEN GLOBES ARE CANCELLED

January 8th 2008 15:03

Well, it’s happened. The Hollywood scriptwriters strike has led to the cancellation of next Sunday's Golden Globe awards ceremony and it looks as though they are now threatening to disrupt the Oscars.

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YES MAN – NEW PICTURES RELEASED

January 8th 2008 14:26

Warner Bros has just released the first two shots from the new impending Jim Carrey comedy, Yes Man.

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NEW BOND FILM - ON-SET PICTURES

January 8th 2008 07:50

Here are some new on-set pictures of Bond man Daniel Craig outside The Water Gardens in London where filming for Bond 22 was taking place. Bond 22 is the sequel to Casino Royale as well as Daniels’ second 007 film.

The new Bond adventure is expected to be released on the 7th November 2008. It will continue where Casino Royale finished and will be loosely based on the Ian Fleming short story Risico, where Bond’s task is to infiltrate a drug ring taking over Britain with massive amounts of heroin

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