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Jack Black Talks ‘Year One,’ Pipe Dream Project

Jack Black Talks ‘Year One,’ Pipe Dream Project

At the Tropic Thunder press junket, Jack Black took a moment to talk about a few things that won’t be inspiring controversy.

By Robert Fure on August 13, 2008 | Comments

If You Don’t Get the Jokes in ‘Tropic Thunder,’ You Don’t Deserve to Laugh

If You Don’t Get the Jokes in ‘Tropic Thunder,’ You Don’t Deserve to Laugh

Some have suggested that this movie goes too far with inappropriate language, situations and characters, but unlike some movies, Tropic Thunder isn’t just going for shock value. At its heart, Tropic Thunder is a parody of its own industry and nothing more.

By Kevin Carr on August 13, 2008 | Comments

Tropic Thunder: Jack Black Attacks Your Senses

Tropic Thunder: Jack Black Attacks Your Senses

Funny-Man Jack Black compares “Tropic Thunder” to “Charlie’s Angels” and “300.” Find out why that’s awesome.

By Robert Fure on August 11, 2008 | Comments

Tom Cruise Suits Up, Brings the ‘Thunder’

Tom Cruise Suits Up, Brings the ‘Thunder’

Fat, follicle-free, and funny, Tom Cruise may yet get back in favor with his formerly rabid fans in his role as Les Grossman, the overweight, foul-mouthed, bald studio head in Ben Stiller’s Tropic Thunder.

By Maggie Van Ostrand on August 8, 2008 | Comments

Tons of New Tropic Thunder Images

Tons of New Tropic Thunder Images

We’ve got over two dozen new looks at Ben Stiller’s upcoming “Tropic Thunder” including a few behind the scenes shot of the man himself giving direction.

By Robert Fure on August 4, 2008 | Comments

Rain of Madness Continues: More Behind the Scenes Footage

Rain of Madness Continues: More Behind the Scenes Footage

Another clip has been revealed from the behind the scenes faux doc Rain of Madness, which chronicles the making of Tropic Thunder. This time, Steve Coogan and Jack Black have a little tiff.

By Neil Miller on July 29, 2008 | Comments

Before the Thunder Comes The Madness

Before the Thunder Comes The Madness

Is it a little odd that I am ready to forgo the theatrical release of Paramount’s Tropic Thunder in hopes that I could just skip right to the DVD release?

By Neil Miller on July 9, 2008 | Comments

International Tropic Thunder Trailer Celebrates Thespianism

International Tropic Thunder Trailer Celebrates Thespianism

I am beginning to think that Ben Stiller’s upcoming flick Tropic Thunder is more of a character study on the egotistical nature of Hollywood — wrapped in a big flour tortilla of hilarity.

By Neil Miller on July 8, 2008 | Comments

Must Watch: The Closing Credits of ‘Kung Fu Panda’

Must Watch: The Closing Credits of ‘Kung Fu Panda’

Sometimes it is worth it to stay until the end of the credits, even when you know that Samuel L. Jackson won’t be showing up.

By Neil Miller on June 16, 2008 | Comments

Go Behind the Scenes with the Cast of Kung Fu Panda

Go Behind the Scenes with the Cast of Kung Fu Panda

We continue our week long Kung Fu Preview with some awesome behind the scenes features that show off the voices behind the lovable characters of Kung Fu Panda!

By Neil Miller on June 6, 2008 | Comments

‘Kung Fu Panda’ Kicks Ass

‘Kung Fu Panda’ Kicks Ass

Earlier this year, I feared Kung Fu Panda. I was afraid it was going to be nothing more than another Shark Tale. Fortunately, I was wrong.

By Kevin Carr on June 6, 2008 | Comments

Movie Drinking Games: Kung Fu Panda

Movie Drinking Games: Kung Fu Panda

While Po practices his Kung Fu, you can enjoy the animation with a drink in hand.

By Kevin Carr on June 6, 2008 | Comments

When Comedians Get Animated: Ten of the Best and Worst

When Comedians Get Animated: Ten of the Best and Worst

With the release of Kung Fu Panda, Jack Black becomes just the next in a long line of comedic talents, both stand-up and otherwise, to take the lead in a major animated film. So how does he compare to others who have come before him?

By Neil Miller on June 6, 2008 | Comments

Fat Guys at the Movies: Episode 68 – You Don’t Mess with the Fat Guys

Fat Guys at the Movies: Episode 68 – You Don’t Mess with the Fat Guys

Kevin and Neil shake off the chick flick phenomenon from last week and decide to mess with the Zohan. They also test out their kung fu skills against Jack Black and company. Sadly, no one talks about Peter Dinklage at all, although Kevin did dream about him last night.

By Fat Guys at the Movies on June 6, 2008 | Comments

You Don’t Mess With the Reject Report

You Don’t Mess With the Reject Report

I just couldn’t resist doing a play on the title of Adam Sandler’s latest flick, You Don’t Mess with the Zohan, even though it looks like Kung Fu Panda will probably be the box office winner this week. But who knows?

By John Cairns on June 5, 2008 | Comments

‘Kung Fu Panda’ is the Pleasant Surprise of the Year So Far

‘Kung Fu Panda’ is the Pleasant Surprise of the Year So Far

While fans flock to theaters to see a man in a fedora and lots of Sex in a City, it might be easy to forget that a fun, well-animated family flick goes a long way during summer movie season.

By Neil Miller on June 5, 2008 | Comments

Behold the Beautiful Animation of Kung Fu Panda in Photos!

Behold the Beautiful Animation of Kung Fu Panda in Photos!

In order to get you ready for Kung Fu action, I have prepared a little gallery of photos that shows off some of the beautiful animation work from the team at Dreamworks Animation.

By Neil Miller on June 4, 2008 | Comments

Jack Black, CeeLo are ‘Kung Fu Fighting’

Jack Black, CeeLo are ‘Kung Fu Fighting’

First up in our “Kung Fu Preview”, which takes place the rest of this week, is a familiar tune that goes with anything Kung Fu. Jack Black and CeeLo punch and kick their way through “Kung Fu Fighting”, off the soundtrack for Kung Fu Panda.

By Neil Miller on June 3, 2008 | Comments

Get Infected with a ‘Tropic Thunder’ Viral Video

Get Infected with a ‘Tropic Thunder’ Viral Video

Ben Stiller, Jack Black and Robert Downey Jr. scuffle over Tropic Thunder. And the two best things about this… 1) Jack Black doesn’t scat at all, and 2) they don’t even mention The Love Guru.

By Kevin Carr on June 3, 2008 | Comments

Kung Fu Panda is Wicked Fast with Chop Sticks

Kung Fu Panda is Wicked Fast with Chop Sticks

How do you get a big fat, lazy panda voiced by Jack Black to do all kinds of flips and get all kung fu-y on your ass? You take away his dumplings.

By Neil Miller on May 21, 2008 | Comments