The claim that the "Bourne" films had a big influence on "Casino Royale" has always been a specious one, and more accurately about that franchise's box-office success than its actual content. The link however could not be denied in "Quantum of Solace" which was far more Bourne than Bond right down to its frantic camera work and the guilt-ridden … [Read more...]
New Les Mis, Knight, Frankenstein Dates
September 19, 2012 by
A couple of key release date shifts today. The most notable is that Universal has pushed back its film adaptation of the stage musical "Les Miserables" by almost two weeks. It'll now bow on Christmas Day, a more traditional weekend for musical releases. Lionsgate has pushed back Stuart Beattie's comic book adaptation "I, Frankenstein" starring … [Read more...]
“Knight,” “Avengers” Hit Box-Office Heights
September 3, 2012 by
Movie attendance was quiet over the Labor Day weekend with supernatural thriller "The Possession" over performing expectations slightly and topping the U.S. domestic box-office with $ 17.7 million. The most interesting stuff however was quietly happening much further down the list. Chris Nolan's "The Dark Knight Rises" has now slipped past … [Read more...]
Gordon-Levitt On His “Knight” Future
August 25, 2012 by
TDKR SPOILERS AHEAD With the ending of "The Dark Knight Rises" seeing Joseph Gordon-Levitt's 'Robin' essentially inheriting the Batcave, many have wondered if there was more to the story - specifically if there ever were discussions about getting Gordon-Levitt to suit up. "Honestly, no, we never talked about that. And honestly I know a lot of … [Read more...]
Local man accused of “Dark Knight Rises” style threat
August 8, 2012 by
A 34 year old man is appearing in North Vancouver Provincial Court today accused of threatening to carry out a shooting similar to the "Dark Knight Rises" movie theatre massacre in Colorado. Ryan John Lewis first appeared in court August 2nd. Lewis is charged with uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm for statements and threats … [Read more...]
Have Your Say: “The Dark Knight Rises”
July 21, 2012 by
It is arguably the biggest film of the Summer, certainly amongst the most anticipated blockbusters in years. Readers of this site have been keenly following and trying to uncover every single scrap of information they can find out about the film in the four years since the last 'Batman' came out. Now, after much hype and build-up, it's finally … [Read more...]
14 Killed At “Knight Rises” Screening
July 20, 2012 by
Fourteen people are confirmed dead and up to fifty have been wounded at the Century 16 film theaters at the Aurora Mall in suburban Denver reports The Australian. A man wearing body armor and a gas mask apparently used teargas and then began shooting during a midnight screening of "The Dark Knight Rises". Most of the dead in the cinema itself … [Read more...]
First “Knight Rises” Screening Reactions
July 6, 2012 by
The first "The Dark Knight Rises" screening took place for a few dozen select junket press this morning in New York City and the reviews so far have been glowing. The Los Angeles junket crowd are seeing it tonight and tomorrow, but more regular media screenings won't take place until the week of release (after next week's Comic Con), and … [Read more...]
New “Knight Rises” Details, Posters, Clip
July 6, 2012 by
Two weeks out from release and with the first screenings to take place shortly, the buzz for "The Dark Knight Rises" is already at fever pitch. Warners has used today to release various promotional elements from the film that will only stir the excitement even more. First up Hero Complex has done an excellent piece on director Christopher Nolan … [Read more...]
Iron 3, Knight Rises, Marvel Updates
July 4, 2012 by
Several quick superhero sequel updates today. First up the official Avengers Facebook page has posted up the first concept art image by Ryan Meinerding from "Iron Man 3". Said art is expected to be available at this year’s Comic-Con. Next up, the British Board of Film Classification has confirmed via their website that "The Dark Knight Rises" … [Read more...]
