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An A-list roster of voice talent has been assembled for the English-language version of Studio Ghibli's “The Wind Rises,” which opens in select North American theaters on Feb. 21, 2014, expanding wide on Feb. 28, 2014. The film marks director Hayao Miyazaki's final feature, as the legendary animation veteran announced his retirement in September 2013.
Mandy Patinkin, Darren Criss, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Emily Blunt will lead the voice cast for the US release of THE WIND RISES in February
The Detroit Film Critics Society is pleased to announce the best of 2013 in ten categories. The society was founded in Spring 2007 and consists of a group of twenty Michigan film critics who write or broadcast in the Detroit area as well as other major cities within a 150-mile radius of the city including Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, and Flint, Michigan.
Today we are talking to a notable playwright, screenwriter and director all about his newest venture - the searing and absorbing two-character film SOME VELVET MORNING, starring Stanley Tucci and Alice Eve - as well as taking a look at his many current and upcoming projects, as well - the estimable Neil LaBute. Discussing the details behind the conception, creation and release of SOME VELVET MORNING, LaBute offers a glimpse into the brilliant design and intriguing premise of the unusual new romantic drama as well as offers his own insights into the film's controversial final moments. Additionally, LaBute opens up about his new DirecTV series FULL CIRCLE and expresses a desire to continue with the series should be it renewed for a second season in 2014. Also, LaBute offers comments on the new feature film adaptation of his oft-produced play SOME GIRL(S) starring Adam Brody and Kristen Bell as well as shares first news on two upcoming films he is writing/directing - including DIRTY WEEKEND, also starring Alice Eve along with Matthew Broderick, as well as, perhaps, SECONDS OF PLEASURE. All of that and much, much more in this brief chat with one of the most intriguing and important playwrights of our age!
The latest film from legendary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman, At Berkeley is a revealing four-hour documentary about the University of California at Berkeley, the oldest and most prestigious member of a ten campus public education system and one of the finest research and teaching facilities in the world. Eschewing narration and standard interviews, the film takes viewers from faculty meetings to classrooms, from financial aid seminars to research laboratories, to show the myriad aspects of university life. Filmed during the fall 2010 semester, Wiseman reveals the administration's struggles as it faces drastic budget cuts imposed by the State of California. Through this wide-ranging approach, both sweeping and intimate, Wiseman shows how a major American university is administered, revealing the complex relationships among its various constituencies — students, faculty, administrators, alumni, the City of Berkeley, the State of California and the federal government. The film also looks closely at Berkeley's intellectual and social mission, its obligation to the state and to the larger ideals of higher education. At Berkeley premieres on Independent Lens, hosted by Stanley Tucci, on Monday, January 13, 2014, 10:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. ET on PBS (check local listings.)
Disney's latest animated adventure, FROZEN, lit up the weekend box office during its second outing, taking the top spot with $31.6 million, according to Deadline.
Tribeca Film today announced it has acquired North American rights to Gia Coppola's acclaimed directorial debut Palo Alto
CATCHING FIRE, at No. 1, took in $74.5 million for the weekend. FROZEN, in second place, grossed just over $66.7 million. 'FIRE' set the new standard for the highest Thanksgiving weekend gross, while FROZEN shattered the record for highest Thanksgiving debut weekend gross.
Lionsgate's THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE and Disney's FROZEN might be elemental opposites, but the pair of pics is pacing to break the five-day Thanksgiving holiday record originally set by Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone at $82 million.
Jiro Dreams of Sushi, directed by David Gelb, is the story of 85-year-old Jiro Ono, considered by many to be the world's greatest sushi chef.
On Friday alone, the sequel brought in $70.5 million, by today, the film managed to earn $161.1 million, putting it ahead of THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON and match its predecessor, which opened to $142 million in 2012.
Lionsgate's THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE is igniting the box office this weekend, as predicted.
Speculation is running rampant inside the entertainment industry that Lionsgate's upcoming THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE might ignite the box office this weekend as well. Early projections have the film likely to make more than $150 million in the US, and over $300 million worldwide, which would put it ahead of the last saga to capture the hearts of adults and teens - TWILIGHT. The film opens at 8pm on Thursday across the US, and the one thing that everyone agrees on is that it'll certainly eclipse its $142 million dollar predecessor which opened in March of 2012.
Davy Rothbart will be at the Hammer Museum to present MEDORA, along with Andrew Cohen and two of the star subjects of the documentary and some other special guests. Following the movie, join us for a brief Q&A and a reception with food and drinks!
THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE director Francis Lawrence appeared on the red carpet at the film's LA Premiere last night and spoke to MTV News Josh Horowitz about the upcoming two 'Mockingjay' films that will close up the successful movie franchise.
Below, check out Sesame Street's version of the highly anticipated film HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE.
New York Stage and Film's Annual Winter Galawas held last night, November 17, at The Plaza Hotel (770 Fifth Avenue, New York City), and honored Oscar nominated multi-hyphenate Stanley Tucci and business luminary Anne Tatlock. BroadwayWorld was there for the special event and you can check out photo coverage below!
New York Stage and Film have announced that its Annual Winter Gala, to be held this year tonight, November 17, 2013 at The Plaza Hotel (770 Fifth Avenue, New York City), will honor Oscar nominated multi-hyphenate Stanley Tucci and business luminary Anne Tatlock.
Below, check out a new clip for THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE, showing off the updated training center. The film hits theaters on November 22nd!
Below, check out the new TV Spot for THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE titled 'Cornucopia'. The film hits theaters on November 22nd!
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