Lights! Camera! Popcorn!: February 2014

Friday, February 28, 2014

First Look: Grant Gustin as THE FLASH in CW Series

The CW has released the first official look at Grant Gustin as The Flash in their upcoming pilot. All we get to see so far is the headgear of the costume, which was designed by Oscar-winning designer Colleen Atwood. I'm curious to see the full costume as well what the effects will look like when he's running at super speed.

In the series, scientist Barry Allen (Gustin) has a freak accident that gives him the power of super speed and transforms him into the Fastest Man Alive. Allen was introduced on the CW series Arrow, but he won’t make his debut as The Flash until the pilot, production on which begins next week.

Via: Deadline

We want to know what do you think, love it, hate it, or undecided?

RAIN ON OSCARS? OR IS IT ALWAYS SUNNY IN HOLLYWOOD?

From ABC NEWS:
Like the annual Tournament of Roses parade, the Oscars are usually blessed with standard Southern California weather: sunshine and blue skies.
That could be the case again this year, but not until the first major storm to hit Los Angeles this winter gives the area a major dousing.
The National Weather Service predicts heavy rain Thursday night and Friday, with showers Saturday that could continue through Oscar Sunday.

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Thursday, February 27, 2014

Movies Opening This Week - February 28

Opening This Week - February 28

THE BUZZ: Liam Neeson is the new Jason Statham since we're having difficulty distinguishing one of his action roles from another these days. This time out, he reunites with his Unknown director Jaume Collet-Serra and takes to the skies over the Atlantic Ocean -- something we don't often see anymore in mainstream movies. We see Julianne Moore aboard the plane and don't imagine she just sits there the entire time, but we're wondering how exactly Oscar nominee Lupita Nyong'o fits into the narrative. Is she playing a baddie? Hope so!

THE BUZZ: It's easy to see why "Survivor" producer Mark Burnett put this film together in the wake of "The Bible"'s success after Burnett and company received huge ratings and three Emmy nominations for that mini-series. Any by "put together" we mean: the 10-hour mini-series was edited down into a 2-hour film. Once lower profile than Darren Aronofsky's Noah, advanced reports of the religious groups buying out entire theaters for opening weekend have us all wondering what the opening-weekend tally will be.

For more movies opening this week check out on IMDB.com

http://www.imdb.com/movies-in-theaters/

CESAR CHAVEZ MOVIE: A Social Movement

On February 4, CHCI and the United Farm Workers of America, hosted the Film & Discussion on the Life & Work of Cesar Chavez at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. Co-hosted by theCongressional Hispanic Caucus, Congressional Black Caucus, Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, theCongressional LGBT Equality Caucus and theCongressional Progressive Caucus, the event gathered over 250 guests, eager to preview the new Cesar Chavez film.

Some of our nation's most respected leaders took the stage to pay tribute to the life work of Cesar Chavez. Democratic Leader, Rep. Nancy Pelosi; CHCI President & CEO, Esther Aguilera; CHCI Chairman, Rubén Hinojosa; Sen. Robert Menendez; Secretary of Labor, Tom Perez; President of United Farm Workers of America, Arturo S. Rodriguez; President & Chairman of the

Cesar Chavez Foundation, Paul F. Chavez; and Rep. Joe Kennedy all delivered powerful remarks about the enduring impact that Cesar Chavez's work has had on their lives and on the social landscape for Latinos. The program closed with a few words from Cesar Chavez director, Diego Luna, and actress, America Ferrera, who emphasized the importance of sharing Chavez's message and story with future generations.'

The film will be in theaters across the nation on Friday, March 28, 2014

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE VIDEO OF THE POWERFUL PRESENTATION

Life and Work of Cesar Chavez on Capitol Hill

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

BI-LINGUAL OSCAR SPECIAL ON LATV - "EN LA ZONA"

Need to brush up on your 2014 OSCAR knowledge?

Host Kevin Ramirez, talks Oscar Predictions with Special Guest Naibe Reynoso and Dennis Pastorizo. Reynoso also got a chance to talk one-on-one with Oscar Nominee, Alfonso Cuaron whose movie "Gravity" has 10 noms. Stay in the Zone... en La Zona... and get your pre-Oscar on.
Tune in this Thursday to LATV Channel 57 (if you live in the L.A. area) 6pm PST.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON LATV AND EN LA ZONA

Salute To The Stars Oscar Party 2014

This Red Carpet Charity Event honoring the Evenings Winners, and more importantly benefiting The Actors Fund is this weekend! One night each year the industry's most prestigious awards show is honored. It is a night when the Stars come out to support their peers and participate in the spectacle that is Hollywood's biggest night!

After Hollywood's most sought after awards are given out, the town lights up in Celebration. With a Stellar mix of Actors/Actresses, Producers, Directors, Moguls, and Media along with all the Paparazzi and Glamour. With so many exclusive after parties everywhere...few are open to the public.
But now you too can shine with the stars, see and be seen, and celebrate with Hollywood's elite all for a great cause.

http://www.oscarsnightout.com/index.html

Petition To Add Sarah Elizabeth Jones To The Academy Awards Memoriam Tribute

Sarah Elizabeth Jones was a West Columbia native who died last week while filming a movie in South Georgia.
Only 27 years old, Sarah's promising life was cut short when she was struck by a train while working on a dangerous set. Crew members are the unsung heroes of film and television production who work long hours and sometimes very dangerous conditions for the love of filmmaking. Sarah Elizabeth Jones was one of us.

We ask for Sarah Elizabeth Jones' love and passion for filmmaking be acknowledged on the grandest stage of all, The Academy Awards.

UPDATE: This petition will be submitted for consideration by The Academy by Friday, February 28th at 10am. Thank you for supporting one of our own. Petition To Add Sarah Elizabeth Jones To The Academy Awards Memoriam Tribute

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

‘Tis the Oscar® Season for AMC’s Annual Best Picture Showcase at Universal CityWalk Cinemas

View All Nine Academy Award® Nominated Films Over Two Saturdays, February 22 and March 1

Universal City, CA (February 20, 2014) – As The Entertainment Capital of L.A.,Universal CityWalk celebrates the movies with a two-day marathon of all nine Oscar® Best Motion Picture nominations at AMC CityWalk Stadium during their annual Best Picture Showcase on Saturday, February 22 and Saturday, March 1, beginning at 12 noon. Universal CityWalk Cinemas provides one of the best movie-going experiences in Los Angeles for film buffs who want to screen all the nominees together or may have missed this year's elite selects. Additionally, Universal CityWalk offers $2 Movie Parking with the purchase of a movie ticket as well as a variety of dining and shopping options to round out an entertaining, fun-filled day.

The movie screening schedule is as follows:

DAY ONE: Saturday, February 22, beginning at 12 noon

"Philomena," "Dallas Buyers Club," "The Wolf of Wall Street," "12 Years a Slave"

DAY TWO: Saturday, March 1, beginning at 12 noon

"Nebraska," "Captain Phillips," "Her," "American Hustle," "Gravity 3D"

SON OF GOD TRAILER- OPENS FEB 28

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SON OF GOD MOVIE- IN THEATRES THIS FRIDAY FEB. 28
Now, the larger-than-life story of The New Testament gets a larger-than life treatment in the stand-alone feature SON OF GOD. Told with the scope and scale of an action epic, the film features powerful performances, exotic locales, dazzling visual effects and a rich orchestral score from Oscar®-winner Hans Zimmer. Portuguese actor Diogo Morgado portrays Jesus as the film spans from his humble birth through his teachings, crucifixion and ultimate resurrection. It marks the first motion picture about Jesus' life since Passion of the Christ, released ten years ago.

http://www.sonofgodmovie.com/home.html

WATCH OFFICIAL TRAILER HERE:

GODZILLA - Official Main Trailer

Release Date: May 16, 2014

Cast: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Juliette Binoche, Sally Hawkins, David Strathairn and Bryan Cranston.

Director: Gareth Edwards

Screenplay: Max Borenstein and Frank Darabont, story by David Callaham

Producers: Thomas Tull, Jon Jashni, Mary Parent, Brian Rogers

Executive Producers: Patricia Whitcher, Alex Garcia, Yoshimitsu Banno, Kenji Okuhira

An epic rebirth to Toho's iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, pits the world's most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity's scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence.

Godzillamovie.com

OSCAR BOUND: LUBEZKI MEXICAN CINEMATOGRAPHER

By Vanessa Erazo via LATIN HEAT

The 86th annual Academy Awards are this Sunday and the guess-who-will-win Oscar journalism is at a frenzied peak. Some of the categories are anybody's guess while others are almost guaranteed *cough* Alfonso Cuaron. After having won most of the major awards for Best Director including the Golden Globe and BAFTA, it looks […] READ MORE IN LATINHEAT

http://www.latinheat.com/spotlight-news/the-sixth-time-might-be-the-charm-for-oscar-nominee-emmanuel-lubezki/attachment/emmanuel-lubezki-bafta/

'Divergent' soundtrack: Hear Ellie Goulding's brand-new 'Beating Heart'

When Divergent hits theaters on March 21, it is poised to become one of the biggest movie events of the spring.

What do you think of the exclusive premiere of Ellie Goulding’s “Beating Heart”? Comment below...

The full track listing for Divergent: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is below. Pre-orders for iTunes and Target begin tomorrow, or you can reserve a deluxe edition here.

Divergent: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack“Find You” — Zedd featuring Matthew Koma and Miriam Bryant
“Beating Heart” — Ellie Goulding
“Fight For You” — Pia Mia featuring Chance The Rapper
“Hanging On” (I See MONSTAS Remix) — Ellie Goulding
“I Won’t Let You Go” — Snow Patrol
“Run Boy Run” — Woodkid
“Backwards” —Tame Impala and Kendrick Lamar
“I Need You” — M83
“In Distress” — A$AP Rocky featuring Gesaffelstein
“Lost And Found” (ODESZA Remix) — Pretty Lights
“Stranger” — Skrillex with KillaGraham from Milo & Otis and Sam Dew
“Dream Machines” — Big Deal
“Dead in the Water” — Ellie Goulding

Also included on Deluxe Edition:“I Love You” — Woodkid
“Waiting Game” — Banks
“My Blood” — Ellie Goulding

DISNEY MOVIES ANYWHERE!

BURBANK, Calif. – February 25, 2014 – The Walt Disney Studios today unveiled its exclusive cloud-based digital movie service, Disney Movies Anywhere. This all-new app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch and Web experience enables consumers to discover, purchase, manage, and watch movies from Disney, Pixar, and Marvel at home and on the go. iTunes is the premier digital movie provider for Disney Movies Anywhere. The debut of Disney Movies Anywhere coincides with the digital release of Disney’s hit film “Frozen” and features Disney’s library of over 400 active digital titles. In addition, for a limited time, Disney Movies Anywhere users who activate and connect their Disney Movies Anywhere account to their iTunes account will receive a free digital copy of Disney•Pixar’s animated classic “The Incredibles.” “Disney Movies Anywhere offers an exceptional consumer experience built around some of the most beloved and popular entertainment brands in the world,” said Alan Bergman, President, The Walt Disney Studios. “This unique technology underscores Disney’s commitment to meeting our consumers where they are with the content they want, and we’re thrilled to debut with iTunes, the #1 digital media retailer in the world.”
About Disney Movies Anywhere - Disney Video

Monday, February 24, 2014

CASTING CALL

casting skilled motorcycle riders who are cool, hip, urban, good-looking young MEN & WOMEN for a shoot for Harley-Davidson's New Bike Rollout for 2014! Tattoos, facial hair, and piercings welcome.

For more info:

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Harold Ramis, Chicago actor, writer and director, dead at 69

Filmmaker Harold Ramis, best-known for comedies “Caddyshack” “Stripes,” “Groundhog Day,” “National Lampoon’s Animal House,” “Ghostbusters” and Second City alumnus died early Monday morning at his home. His death was reported by Mark Caro of the Chicago Tribune.

A statement about Ramis from Second City.

A 2009 story by Charles Berman in which Ramis discusses his life and career.

Ramis recalls his role in the film “Stripes” 25 years after its debut.

A Ramis profile from the New Yorker.

First Look: International Trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man - Rise of Electro

Sony Pictures has released a new 3-minute international trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man 2. The movie comes out on May 2nd. Now check out the new trailer! What do you think of the NEW TRAILER?

NETFLIX FIXING SPEED PROBLEMS

Netflix has agreed to pay Comcast to ensure Netflix movies and TV shows stream smoothly to Comcast customers, a landmark agreement that could set a precedent.

Sunday, February 23, 2014

P!nk to Make Oscar Appearance

Grammy Award-winning singer and actress P!nk will make a special appearance on the Oscars, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. The Oscars, hosted by Ellen DeGeneres, will air on Sunday, March 2, live on ABC.

"We are very excited to welcome P!nk to the Oscar stage for the very first time," said Zadan and Meron. "She is regarded as one of the greatest voices in pop music and one of the best performers of her generation, and we are thrilled to have her join us for a highly anticipated moment on the broadcast."

Saturday, February 22, 2014

BOX OFFICE

From Variety - Film News

Like a plastic block locked firmly into place, "The Lego Movie" is showing tremendous hold. In its third weekend, the Warner Bros. toon can expect a secure win with about $33 million.

Meeting this mark, "Lego Movie" — co-financed and co-produced by Village Roadshow — will close the weekend with a domestic cume close to $185 million in just 17 days. On Wednesday, it crossed $200 million worldwide.

This puts a pair of young male-skewing actioners in a difficult position.

Relativity's "3 Days to Kill," co-produced and co-financed by EuropaCorp, won't make a killing despite landing in second. It took $4 million Friday, and is on track to earn about $12 million this weekend. There's also heat on Sony's "Pompeii," which will be lucky to hit $10 million through Sunday after its $3.4 million Friday bow.

Intuitively, these films are dividing the same audience, both being PG-13 action films, to their mutual detriment. Though full demo information.

Story from Variety