Review: Yoostar system can transform a living room into a makeshift movie studioIf you’ve ever wanted to battle “The Terminator,” talk smack as “The Godfather” or get in the shower with a “Psycho,” now you can — without having to move to Hollywood. Worker at NYC museum featured in 2006 Ben Stiller movie admits having child pornography imagesNEW YORK — A former security manager at a New York City museum featured in the Ben Stiller family film “Night at the Museum” has pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography. RAI state TV blocks spots for Swedish documentary deemed anti-BerlusconiMILAN — Italy’s state broadcaster RAI has refused to air ads promoting “Videocracy,” a Swedish documentary examining the influence of television on Italian culture over the last 30 years, because it says the spots are an offense to Premier Silvio Berlusconi. Not-so-political rally near Texas Capitol _ this one’s for new Robert Rodriguez film “Machete”AUSTIN, Texas — A political rally being staged near the Texas Capitol had nothing to do with real Republicans or Democrats. At the Movies: capsule reviews of ‘Taking Woodstock’ and other films this weekCapsule reviews of films opening this week: Movie Review: ‘Big Fan’ offers a vivid portrait of an ordinary guy mired in sports geekdomLOS ANGELES — Jim Rome urges his listeners (or “clones,” as he so lovingly calls them) to have solid takes, to bring it, when they dial into his sports talk radio show. Dominick Dunne, who wrote stories of shocking crimes among the rich and famous, diesNEW YORK — Author Dominick Dunne, who told stories of shocking crimes among the rich and famous through his magazine articles and best-selling novels such as “The Two Mrs. Grenvilles,” died Wednesday at his home in Manhattan. He was 83. Movie Review: Goldthwait pushes it in the truly twisted dark comedy ‘World’s Greatest Dad’LOS ANGELES — This is tricky: How to talk about “World’s Greatest Dad,” the latest comedy from Bobcat Goldthwait, without giving away all its twists and twisted details? Correction: Argentina-Opus Dei Film storyBUENOS AIRES — In an Aug. 24 story about a biopic of Opus Dei founder Josemaria Escriva de Balaguer, The Associated Press erroneously reported that the film is being financed by the Catholic organization. The films investors include Opus Dei members, but the organization itself is not funding the film, according to Opus Dei spokesman Brian Finnerty. Q&A: After ‘300,’ Gerard Butler is still battling _ and seeing his star riseNEW YORK — In the new action film, “Gamer,” video games have conjoined with reality, and gamers can control the lives of real people from the comfort of their couches. It can sound a little like today’s Hollywood: teenage boys rule the world. Jet Li returns to Chinese film after 3 Hollywood productions
Director Roland Joffe in Argentina filming controversial Opeu Dei-funded movie on founder
Ancient Thai-Indian links get modern twist in BangkokBANGKOK, Thailand — Outdoor markets tout sari sales, five-star hotels feature Indian chefs and Thais drop by a temple in the financial district to beseech Hindu gods to send profits their way. Sci-fi fans thrilled by worldwide previews of James Cameron’s much-anticipated ‘Avatar’LOS ANGELES — Fans wearing 3D glasses clapped as soon as James Cameron’s face appeared on screen. The filmmaker, shown in 3D, invited moviegoers to enjoy a 16-minute peek of his anticipated sci-fi epic “Avatar,” which was screened for free around the world Friday. Paramount Pictures movies Scorsese’s ‘Shutter Island’ from October to FebruaryLOS ANGELES — Paramount Pictures has moved Martin Scorsese’s “Shutter Island” from an October release date to February, which takes it out of awards consideration for this year. Previews held worldwide for James Cameron’s much-anticipated ‘Avatar’LOS ANGELES — If James Cameron wanted to light up the Internet by releasing footage from his upcoming film “Avatar,” he got his wish — just don’t expect him to be glued to a computer screen, soaking up the online buzz. Summary Box: Movie theaters cut back on printing listings in newspapers as more go to WebWHAT’S PLAYING?: Some of the country’s largest theater chains have reduced or eliminated the small-type newspaper listings showing the start times for movies at individual theaters. The chains say they no longer want to pay for the listings and that many of their customers are getting such information online anyway. Movie theaters cut back on printing show times in newspapers as more moviegoers go onlineKANSAS CITY, Mo. — Filmgoers who have long turned to the local newspaper to find theaters and show times for movies may have to start looking elsewhere as theater chains rethink the value of paper and ink in a digital age. Panasonic teams with James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ movie to promote 3-D home TVsTOKYO — “Titanic” director James Cameron has signed on with Panasonic Corp. to promote new 3-D TVs. Panasonic ties up with Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ movie to go 3-D, promote home TVsTOKYO — Panasonic Corp. has signed on “Titanic” director James Cameron and his upcoming film in an advertising blitz for its TVs equipped with 3-D technology, both sides said Friday. ‘Avatar’ trailer debuts online amid marketing blitz and ahead of global ‘Avatar Day’LOS ANGELES — Social networking sites were abuzz Thursday over an online trailer for “Avatar,” just as extended previews of the 3D sci-fi adventure were hitting screens at theaters down under. Mom spent life collecting black memorabilia, son spending life putting it in LA area museumLOS ANGELES — Garage sales are for treasures. Museums are for the ages. Mayme Clayton spent a lifetime scouring one so her son could build the other. Michael Jackson ‘This Is It’ film to play in two-week limited run at theatersLOS ANGELES — A Michael Jackson film built around rehearsal footage left behind after his death will be released in a limited two-week theatrical engagement worldwide. ‘Avatar’ trailer debuts online to mixed response just ahead of global ‘Avatar Day’LOS ANGELES — Social networking sites are abuzz over an online trailer for “Avatar,” a day before more than 15 minutes of James Cameron’s anticipated 3D sci-fi adventure was to screen in theaters. Mickey Rourke blames himself for career brake but sport helped him to come backSARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina — Mickey Rourke blames himself for being out of spotlight for over a decade but says his early interest in sports gave him a spirit that allowed him to pick himself up. Veteran movie exec Tom Sherak talks about his new gig: Film academy presidentBEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — For Hollywood veteran Tom Sherak, being president of the film academy carries practically the same honor and responsibility as leading a nation. Movie Review: ‘Shorts’ a fun suburbian caricature, but could use more adult supervisionNEW YORK — The basic structure of “Shorts” — advertised in its title — might make you think Robert Rodriguez has made the kids equivalent of “Pulp Fiction,” the fractured narrative classic by his buddy and frequent collaborator, Quentin Tarantino. HBO documentary spotlights closing of Ohio GM plant; film to be screened for workersDAYTON, Ohio — Hundreds of autoworkers who lost their jobs when General Motors closed an Ohio sport utility vehicle plant cheered and cried Wednesday at a screening of a documentary film that profiled their lives during the plant’s final days. British film board bans sale of Japanese horror movie, saying it’s too brutal and sadistLONDON — Britain’s film board banned the sale of a Japanese horror DVD, saying Wednesday its violence is so extreme that it could cause psychological harm to audiences. France’s Annaud to direct adaptation of best-selling Chinese novel ‘Wolf Totem’HONG KONG — The French director of “Seven Years in Tibet,” Jean-Jacques Annaud, will direct an adaptation of the best-selling Chinese novel “Wolf Totem” — the story of the relationship between Mongolian nomads and wolves seen by some as a critique of Communist rule. Mexico’s Inarritu to head jury at Tokyo International Film FestivalHONG KONG — “Babel” director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu will head the competition jury at the Tokyo International Film Festival in October. Tom Sherak elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and SciencesBEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Film executive Tom Sherak has been elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Superstitious Whisenhunt again calls off practice, sends players to the moviesFLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — It was back to the movies for the Arizona Cardinals on Tuesday. Oscar-winning filmmaker Oliver Stone set to produce a documentary series for ShowtimeNEW YORK — Showtime says filmmaker Oliver Stone is producing a 10-part documentary series on what he calls the secret history of America. ‘Avatar’ Web site returns after fans crashed it seeking tickets to a free, 15-minute previewLOS ANGELES — The studio behind James Cameron’s 3D sci-fi adventure “Avatar” has fixed its Web site, after fans seeking free tickets to a sneak-peek at the upcoming film crashed it Monday. |
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Jet Li returns to Chinese film after 3 US movies
