New production diary for THE HOBBIT shows off New Zealand and more

I’m not sure I’ve ever wanted to move as badly as I do now, all thanks to the new HOBBIT video production diary. This time, the focus is all put on New Zealand, the place that made LORD OF THE RINGS possible, and is now providing the same service to the prequel. Not only is it the homeland of the filmmaker behind the series, Peter Jackson, it’s lush and beautiful landscape makes for a surprisingly convincing Middle Earth. Continue reading “New production diary for THE HOBBIT shows off New Zealand and more” →

Sequel to THE MUPPETS moves forward without Jason Segel as screenwriter

The Muppets are back in a big way. Our felt covered friends were greeted with immense critical acclaim for their film THE MUPPETS, which went on to gross more than $150 million worldwide. With that kind of dough, I bet Kermit sings “Bein’ Green” with a slightly different connotation now.

Hot off the heels of their big Oscar win for best original song, The Muppets are celebrating by moving forward with a sequel to their big self-titled return to the silver screen without Jason Segel, the co-writer of the original. Continue reading “Sequel to THE MUPPETS moves forward without Jason Segel as screenwriter” →

Bill Murray ends any chance of GHOSTBUSTERS 3

GHOSTBUSTERS 3 has been a long gestating project out in the City of Angels. One week, we’ll hear that the project is definitely happening with all the cast involved, only to be followed up a week or so later with a conflicting report. Even Forrest Gump would get worn out from this ping pong match of emotions. But GHOSTBUSTERS is a series that is really important to a lot of people, including myself, and it’s almost impossible to ignore stories like these.

So this weeks big GHOSTBUSTERS news is all about why the film is not happening. Hit the break for more! Continue reading “Bill Murray ends any chance of GHOSTBUSTERS 3” →

New AVENGERS poster rises from the ashes

2012 is here, finally! That means that Marvel’s biggest movie yet, THE AVENGERS, is only a hop, skip, and an excruciating but short wait away. Subsequently, the onslaught of AVENGERS media has begun, and is welcomed with green gamma-radiated arms wide open. So, in the wake of the next theatrical trailer hitting tomorrow, Mouse-eared Marvel has put out a new poster for us to feast our eyes on.

You can check out the full poster after the break! Continue reading “New AVENGERS poster rises from the ashes” →

GATW Podcast Ep. 55: Super Serumed

After talking about it endlessly, and praying to the gods of Asgard for the CAPTAIN AMERICA movie to come out, it has finally hit the big screen. This may not be Marvel’s first attempt at bringing THE FIRST AVENGER to the big screen, but this is easily the quintessential version. We’ve all seen it, and we were very happy to dig right in.

We also dig into the AMAZING SPIDER-MAN trailer, and Captain Planet even showed up for a bit.

You can check out the episode after the break! Continue reading “GATW Podcast Ep. 55: Super Serumed” →

GATW Podcast Ep. 54: Potter No More

It has finally come to a close. One of the biggest franchises in film history, the HARRY POTTER franchise, has come to completion with its eighth and final film. We have watched the stars grow up and evolve into real actors, and seen the franchise turn from something popular, to something special.

On this week’s episode, we review HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS: PART 2, and what we think the future holds for the series. You can check the episode out after the break!

And for listeners, e-mail Gandthewpodcast@gmail.com with your favorite film based off of a book for a chance to win one of two prize packs courtesy of Redbox.  Packs include one copy of BARNEY’S VERSION on DVD, as well as the bestselling novel from which it is based.  And remember, if you don’t win, BARNEY’S VERSION is available to rent from Redbox for only $1 a night! E-mail your name and address by Wednesday, July 27th to win!

Continue reading “GATW Podcast Ep. 54: Potter No More” →

Judge this; new photo of Judge Dredd hits the web

Judge Dredd is making his way back to theaters, this time with Karl Urban underneath the helmet. The project is being kept under wraps surprisingly well, with very little known about the project up to this point. As curious as it leaves us, it is probably for the best, especially in the shadows of the 1995 Sylvester Stallone in the title role. However, they aren’t hiding the fact that the Judge looks bad-ass.

This isn’t our first look at DREDD, however, this is one of the most clear ones we have been shown. Urban looks really great in the role, although he is, of course, hidden underneath Dredd’s mask. He fully exudes the kind of persona that I’d like to see on Dredd, and seems to be really great casting. Continue reading “Judge this; new photo of Judge Dredd hits the web” →

First Look: Thorin Oakenshield from THE HOBBIT

Behold! The non-stop teases coming from the production of Peter Jackson’s adaptation of THE HOBBIT continues on today, with yet another look at one of the many dwarves that make up the cast of the film. For those who aren’t familiar with THE HOBBIT, the story is a lot more dwarf-centric than LORD OF THE RINGS is.

Thorin is a dwarf prince who has a personal vendetta against the film’s main villain, a dragon named Smaug. Smaug has killed many of Thorin’s family and their people, along with stealing their collection of gold and jewels. This is what leads Thorin and his company to Bilbo’s doorstep, where Gandalf suggests Bilbo join their journey. Also in the photo is Thorin’s sword Orcist, which is commonly known as the Goblin-Cleaver. Continue reading “First Look: Thorin Oakenshield from THE HOBBIT” →

GATW Podcast Ep. 53: On The Books

The release of the final film in the HARRY POTTER franchise truly marks the end of an era and the end of an incredible film achievement. Although we hate to see it go, getting a conclusion to the series we’ve been following for almost ten years now will be a gratifying experience for all.

In honor of the end of the series, we discuss some of our favorite movie adaptations of books. You can check out the episode after the break!

And for listeners, e-mail Gandthewpodcast@gmail.com with your favorite film based off of a book for a chance to win one of two prize packs courtesy of Redbox.  Packs include one copy of BARNEY’S VERSION on DVD, as well as the bestselling novel from which it is based.  And remember, if you don’t win, BARNEY’S VERSION is available to rent from Redbox for only $1 a night! E-mail your name and address by Wednesday, July 27th to win!

Continue reading “GATW Podcast Ep. 53: On The Books” →

First Look: Kili and Fili from Peter Jackson's THE HOBBIT

THE HOBBIT is on its way, with Peter Jackson behind the camera again, bringing J.R.R. Tolkien’s first published novel to life. As production on the film continues on, there has been a steady flow of teases being released, showing off characters and releasing a production diaries. Although I’ve been avoiding the diaries, as I’d like to watch them after the film is released, that won’t stop me from checking out character photos.

Today we get a character photo that shows off Kili and Fili, two young dwarves who join Bilbo on his journey to defeat Smaug. Check it out after the break. Continue reading “First Look: Kili and Fili from Peter Jackson's THE HOBBIT” →