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2009 Independent Spirit Awards – Live Blog and Results

2009 Independent Spirit Awards – Live Blog and Results

We have been lazy this week, leading to a lack of a Saturday ‘Shouting Match.’ And we need to cover these Independent Spirit Awards at some point. So screw it, we’ll do them together, live.

By Neil Miller on February 21, 2009 | Comments

Interview: Steve Coogan – Mighty Defender of Indie Film

Interview: Steve Coogan – Mighty Defender of Indie Film

The brilliant British actor took some time out from his hosting prep to talk to us about the world of indie film, his role at the Independent Spirit Awards, and a few details about his recurring role as a 3-inch tall figurine.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on February 19, 2009 | Comments

Scoop: ‘Murder in Samarkand’ Stuck in Development Hell

Scoop: ‘Murder in Samarkand’ Stuck in Development Hell

An adaptation of Craig Murray’s “Murder in Samarkand” with Michael Winterbottom at the helm and Steve Coogan in the starring role is sadly stalled indefinitely.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on February 12, 2009 | Comments

11 Great Films That Flew Under the Radar in 2008

11 Great Films That Flew Under the Radar in 2008

The equivalent of the wallflower you knew in high school that blossomed into a college beauty, here are eleven films that flew under the radar in 2008.

By Adam Sweeney on December 31, 2008 | Comments

The Honor Roll: 20 People That Made an Impact in 2008

The Honor Roll: 20 People That Made an Impact in 2008

Forget the Best and the Worst of 2008. These are the actors, directors and producers that made the biggest impact on the world of film and how they might impact us in 2009.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on December 30, 2008 | Comments

First Look: Ben Stiller and Amy Adams in ‘Night at the Museum 2′

First Look: Ben Stiller and Amy Adams in ‘Night at the Museum 2′

USA Today has posted some first look photos from Night at the Museum 2, the family friendly follow-up to the hit 2006 film directed by Shawn Levy.

By Neil Miller on November 20, 2008 | Comments

‘Rain of Madness,’ Tom Cruise’s Les Grossman Hit iTunes

‘Rain of Madness,’ Tom Cruise’s Les Grossman Hit iTunes

Paramount Pictures has officially released the documentary behind the movie Tropic Thunder, known as Rain of Madness, online for free on iTunes. It also includes a few surprises.

By Neil Miller on August 27, 2008 | Comments

Steve Coogan Opens Up About Facial Rape in ‘Hamlet 2′

Steve Coogan Opens Up About Facial Rape in ‘Hamlet 2′

We had a chance recently to see the film and meet British comedian Steve Coogan at the AMC Theater near Navy Pier in Chicago to talk about Dana Marschz and comedy, in general.

By Josh Radde on August 25, 2008 | Comments

Steve Coogan Has No Shame in ‘Hamlet 2′

Steve Coogan Has No Shame in ‘Hamlet 2′

I can’t think of a movie in recent history that has the same feel and attitude, or even remotely the same story. It’s creative and it’s unique. You don’t find that sort of thing at the movies nowadays.

By Kevin Carr on August 22, 2008 | Comments

Fat Guys at the Movies: Episode 79 – Fat Race

Fat Guys at the Movies: Episode 79 – Fat Race

Neil is grumpy this week, and Kevin takes full advantage of his weakness for the show.

By Fat Guys at the Movies on August 22, 2008 | Comments

Movie Drinking Games: Hamlet 2

Movie Drinking Games: Hamlet 2

Writer Pam Brady and director Andrew Fleming assured me they were drunk during the entire writing process. So why not enjoy their movie in the same state of mind?

By Kevin Carr on August 21, 2008 | Comments

New ‘Hamlet 2′ Poster Characterized by Huge Quotes

New ‘Hamlet 2′ Poster Characterized by Huge Quotes

With quotes this big, you would think that Owen Gleiberman of Entertainment Weekly and Peter Travers of Rolling Stone were official sponsors of the upcoming film Hamlet 2.

By Neil Miller on August 13, 2008 | Comments

Buy Herpecol; More Silly Videos from Hamlet 2!

Buy Herpecol; More Silly Videos from Hamlet 2!

If you are yet to gain insight into the shenanigans at hand in Hamlet 2, perhaps you should check out the following video clips, which were sent over to us by the fine folks at Focus Features this afternoon.

By Neil Miller on August 4, 2008 | Comments

Comic-Con Video: Take a Sexy Ride Inside Hamlet 2

Comic-Con Video: Take a Sexy Ride Inside Hamlet 2

Our video squad caught up with the filmmakers and stars of the upcoming comedy Hamlet 2 at Comic-Con. Their mission: figure out what all this “Sexy Jesus” tomfoolery is all about.

By Neil Miller on August 1, 2008 | Comments

Win Sexy Jesus Swag from Hamlet 2!

Win Sexy Jesus Swag from Hamlet 2!

Now that Comic-Con is over and we are done collecting all of the free stuff that we could set our eyes on, we have decided to go back to doing what we do best: hooking you up with the coolest movie-related freebies on the web.

By Neil Miller on July 30, 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

Hamlet 2’s Sexy Jesus Takes Over Comic-Con

Hamlet 2’s Sexy Jesus Takes Over Comic-Con

Do you have Sexy Jesus in your life? If you are at Comic-Con this year, you just might have have the opportunity to see him first hand.

By Neil Miller on July 25, 2008 | Comments

Rain of Madness: The Journey Begins

Rain of Madness: The Journey Begins

German documentarian Jan Jürgen was contracted to document the making of what was said to be the most controversial Vietnam War drama of all-time. We have already seen the trailer for his film, and thanks to his blog over at RainofMadness.com, we can also follow along every step of the way.

By Neil Miller on July 12, 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

Take a Sexy, Rocking Video Tour Through Hamlet 2

Take a Sexy, Rocking Video Tour Through Hamlet 2

Every theater teacher I have ever met has been, to say the least, just a little off. So when you think about it, the premise behind the film Hamlet 2 is not only relatable, it is also possibly brilliant.

By Neil Miller on July 8, 2008 | Comments