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New ‘Tooth Fairy’ Trailer Might Be Worst of the Year

New ‘Tooth Fairy’ Trailer Might Be Worst of the Year

Cliche after cliche is piled on top of what looks like dreck aimed at 9-year olds. Time for The Rock to take the checks and face the facts.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on October 9, 2009 | Comments

‘Planet 51′ Trailer Show’s the Fun Side of Alien Invasions

‘Planet 51′ Trailer Show’s the Fun Side of Alien Invasions

Planet 51 may not be an original tale, nor is it a movie from the likes of Pixar or Dreamworks. However, this second trailer is quite a bit of fun.

By Neil Miller on July 2, 2009 | Comments

Discuss: What Would a ‘Tomorrowland’ Future Look Like?

Discuss: What Would a ‘Tomorrowland’ Future Look Like?

Lucas and Moore gave us some plot details about Tomorrowland, and it looks like the film won’t include the retro, 60s vision of the future. So which vision should it include?

By Dr. Cole Abaius on May 18, 2009 | Comments

The Rock Might Dive 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea with McG

The Rock Might Dive 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea with McG

According to Production Weekly, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is about to join the cast of Disney’s upcoming sea epic 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, for which they’ve tapped Terminator Salvation director McG to helm.

By Neil Miller on May 4, 2009 | Comments

Zac Efron Confirmed for Jonny Quest, Song and Dance Not Likely

Zac Efron Confirmed for Jonny Quest, Song and Dance Not Likely

The L.A. Times’ Hero Complex blog has revealed this evening that Zac Efron, star of such tween hits as High School Musical and High School Musical 3 has been confirmed for the lead role in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Jonny Quest.

By Neil Miller on April 13, 2009 | Comments

Box Office: The Rock Takes Down Watchmen

Box Office: The Rock Takes Down Watchmen

Well, finally a weekend comes along at the Reject Report where my predictions look semi-intelligent. Race to Witch Mountain, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, raced to Number One with a haul of $25 million — pretty much in the ballpark of what most people thought it would get.

By John Cairns on March 15, 2009 | Comments

FSR’s Weekly Report Card for 03.13.09

FSR’s Weekly Report Card for 03.13.09

Kevin Carr reviews this week’s new movies: Race to Witch Mountain, Last House on the Left and Miss March.

By Kevin Carr on March 13, 2009 | Comments

Fat Guys at the Movies Ep. 107 – Race to the Fat House on the Left

Fat Guys at the Movies Ep. 107 – Race to the Fat House on the Left

Neil admits to slacking on his movie-watching duties, but Kevin gives him a pass because there’s a lot of prep to be done for the SXSW Film Festival in Neil’s adopted home-town of Austin, TX.

By Kevin Carr on March 13, 2009 | Comments

The Rock as Race Bannon, Zac Efron as Jonny Quest?

The Rock as Race Bannon, Zac Efron as Jonny Quest?

I don’t know either. I just don’t know. Should I be excited about an adaptation of a childhood favorite despite the casting?

By Dr. Cole Abaius on February 16, 2009 | Comments

Watch: The Rock, Stormtroopers, Disney’s ‘Witch Mountain’ Superbowl Spot

Watch: The Rock, Stormtroopers, Disney’s ‘Witch Mountain’ Superbowl Spot

For some reason, this year’s Superbowl commercials — at least the movie related variety — all seem to be showing up on the web prior to Sunday’s big game. If you ask me, it just doesn’t seem right. Either way, this new Race to Witch Mountain clip isn’t half bad…

By Neil Miller on January 30, 2009 | Comments

Trailer Watch: The Rock in ‘Race to Witch Mountain’

Trailer Watch: The Rock in ‘Race to Witch Mountain’

Didn’t The Rock learn anything from Vin Diesel’s foray into the world of family action comedies — I think we all remember how The Pacifier worked out, and Race to Witch Mountain has all the potential workings of a similar fate.

By Neil Miller on November 17, 2008 | Comments

‘Get Smart’ Shows Off Great Cast, Subpar Plot

‘Get Smart’ Shows Off Great Cast, Subpar Plot

Steve Carell proves once again that while he can be over the top like many of his peers, he is also a master at dead panned, straight faced humor.

By Jessica Rogers on June 25, 2008 | Comments

‘Get Smart’ Is Funny Enough, Thanks to the Cast

‘Get Smart’ Is Funny Enough, Thanks to the Cast

In terms of reaching a 21st century audience, Get Smart was about as good as it could be.

By Kevin Carr on June 21, 2008 | Comments

‘Get Smart’ Breaths New Life Into an Old Favorite

‘Get Smart’ Breaths New Life Into an Old Favorite

When Peter Segal and Co. set out to make this new version of Get Smart, they set out not to remake, but to reinvigorate. In that light, their film can be seen as a significant accomplishment.

By Neil Miller on June 19, 2008 | Comments

Get Smart: Would You Believe Everybody Loves Steve Carell?

Get Smart: Would You Believe Everybody Loves Steve Carell?

We spent a day with all the cast members of Get Smart, and it quickly turned into a Steve Carell lovefest. Deservedly so, we say! Find out more about what’ll be coming up in this bumbling spy movie based on the bumbling spy television series as our Spy Week continues.

By Kevin Kelly on June 18, 2008 | Comments

Get Smart: The Rock Shows Off, Shows Up at Apple Stores, Shows Up in a New Trailer

Get Smart: The Rock Shows Off, Shows Up at Apple Stores, Shows Up in a New Trailer

It seems as if Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is popping up everywhere in this big, new update that we have for all things Get Smart.

By Neil Miller on June 4, 2008 | Comments

Get Smart: Five New TV Spots, More Silliness

Get Smart: Five New TV Spots, More Silliness

In order to assist you in getting yourself into the Get Smart mood, WB has released the following five silly, but fun TV spots.

By Neil Miller on May 20, 2008 | Comments

What Will It Be, Kaos or Control?

What Will It Be, Kaos or Control?

The website for the upcoming Warner Brothers film Get Smart, starring Steve Carell, Anne Hathaway and The Rock gets a sleek makeover.

By Neil Miller on May 8, 2008 | Comments

Another, Funnier Get Smart Movie Trailer!

Another, Funnier Get Smart Movie Trailer!

Steve Carell brings the funny, Anne Hathaway brings the sex and Get Smart finally delivers an awesome trailer!

By Neil Miller on February 27, 2008 | Comments

‘Shazam!’ Gets a New Title

‘Shazam!’ Gets a New Title

Perhaps to avoid confusions and comparisons to the 1996 blockbuster Kazaam, the new Captain Marvel project is being renamed.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on February 25, 2008 | Comments