Currently Browsing: "Hilary Swank"


Culture Warrior: Good and Bad Biopics

Culture Warrior: Good and Bad Biopics

The successful biopic is something that takes a truly masterful hand to accomplish, but not many movies do it well. This week’s Culture Warrior asks why.

By Landon Palmer on October 26, 2009 | Comments

Kevin Carr’s Weekly Report Card for 10.23.09

Kevin Carr’s Weekly Report Card for 10.23.09

Kevin Carr takes a look at this week’s movie releases, including Saw VI, Cirque du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant, Astro Boy and Amelia.

By Kevin Carr on October 23, 2009 | Comments

Review: Amelia

Review: Amelia

The accomplishments of Amelia Earhart cannot be summed up easily, as she’s one of the most enduring figures in American history. Even still, you’d think her life would make an interesting movie. You’d think…

By Bethany Perryman on October 23, 2009 | Comments

Fat Guys at the Movies Ep. 137 – Fatro Boys

Fat Guys at the Movies Ep. 137 – Fatro Boys

The Fat Guys cut through Saw VI before taking flight with Amelia and Astro Boy then sinking their teeth into Cirque du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant.

By Kevin Carr on October 23, 2009 | Comments

10 Actresses Worth Their Weight In Cash

10 Actresses Worth Their Weight In Cash

This week, Forbes released a rather bitch-ily worded article naming the top ten actresses that provided the best return on investment (ROI) for studios…

By Bethany Perryman on October 8, 2009 | Comments

‘Amelia’ Poster Looks Sadly Off Into The Distance

‘Amelia’ Poster Looks Sadly Off Into The Distance

Fox Searchlight is on fire today — they’ve been lighting up the Reject HQ red phone. First, they sent us details on the highly anticipated release Gentlemen Broncos, and now we’ve got a first look at the poster for another upcoming film, Amelia.

By Neil Miller on August 12, 2009 | Comments

Watch This: First ‘Amelia’ Trailer Starring Hilary Swank

Watch This: First ‘Amelia’ Trailer Starring Hilary Swank

Another biopic enters the social psyche and the race for golden statues reserved for serious dramatic films. I hope this one doesn’t end in tragedy. I really need this one to have a happy ending!

By Dr. Cole Abaius on June 25, 2009 | Comments

Sam Rockwell Walks on ‘Waters’

Sam Rockwell Walks on ‘Waters’

When it comes to choosing prisoner roles, call Sam Rockwell Mr. Recidivism. He’s ready to walk the green mile once again in Betty Anne Waters.

By Adam Sweeney on February 11, 2009 | Comments

‘The Karate Kid’ Remake Waxes On With Jaden Smith

‘The Karate Kid’ Remake Waxes On With Jaden Smith

The oft-rumored remake of The Karate Kid is back on track with a writer, producers, and a new star attached.

By Rob Hunter on November 11, 2008 | Comments

STFU: Bigger Ain’t Always Better

STFU: Bigger Ain’t Always Better

News for you Kevin Carr: The market for getting fat to win an Oscar is saturated. Time to shut the flab up.

By Josh Radde on September 4, 2008 | Comments

WTF: Skinny-ass Celebrities’ Biggest Challenge

WTF: Skinny-ass Celebrities’ Biggest Challenge

This anorexic-thin actress who probably weighs less than Rosie O’Donnell’s head is planning on gaining 20 to 30 pounds for a role in the film adaptation of Mireille Guiliano’s best-selling book, French Women Don’t Get Fat.

By Kevin Carr on September 3, 2008 | Comments

Hilary Swank Has a Soft Spot for Thin French Women

Hilary Swank Has a Soft Spot for Thin French Women

In her attempt to monopolize any film that has a statement as a title, like Boys Don’t Cry, Hilary Swank and producing partner Molly Smith have acquired the film rights to French Women Don’t Get Fat.

By Adam Sweeney on August 14, 2008 | Comments

Amy Adams to play Amelia Earhart in Night at the Museum 2

Amy Adams to play Amelia Earhart in Night at the Museum 2

Steve Coogan, Owen Wilson also make their return…

By Michelle Graham on February 26, 2008 | Comments

Hilary Swank Goes Airborne As Amelia Earhart

Hilary Swank Goes Airborne As Amelia Earhart

Hilary Swank follows in the footsteps of Katharine Hepburn and Diane Keaton.

By Maggie Van Ostrand on February 8, 2008 | Comments

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

The screen adaptation of Cecelia Ahern’s novel was originally set in Ireland but has been transported to New York City to create a vehicle for Hilary Swank to show her softer, funnier side.

By Robin Ruinsky on December 29, 2007 | Comments

Giveaway: P.S. I Love You – In Theaters December 21!

Giveaway: P.S. I Love You – In Theaters December 21!

We’ve got a great new giveaway for you, courtesy of the upcoming romantic comedy P.S. I Love You starring Gerard Butler and Hilary Swank.

By Neil Miller on December 14, 2007 | Comments