Inthe 1995 "The X-Files" episode "Død Kalm," Agents Mulder and Scully (David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson) trek out to the U.S.S. Ardent, an American destroyer frozen in a remote area off the coast of Norway. The ship had recently been abandoned by its crew as a mysterious environmental condition had caused them to age rapidly; although in their 20s, they looked like they were in their mid-60s. When Mulder and Scully arrive on the Ardent, they find that the remaining crew on board has become mummified and that the ship's hull has already begun to rust through. Before too long, Mulder and Scully begin aging rapidly as well. Mulder theorizes that they have encountered a "wrinkle in time," and that the Ardent might be going through something similar to the notorious Philadelphia Experiment of 1943. Scully later finds that their advanced aging might have something to do with the ship's freshwater supply.
- 1/1/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Puppet Arms
We bounced all over the place in May, starting with Fred Dekker’s genre mash-up Night of the Creeps before getting deadly serious with Gus Van Sant’s pseudo-Columbine film Elephant, trippy with Alex Garland’s surreal Annihilation. Now we’re back in ultra campy territory with the silly and heartfelt Tammy and the T-Rex (1994).
In writer/director Stewart Raffill‘s low-budget horror comedy, high schooler Tammy (Denise Richards) is in love with Michael (Paul Walker) but her jealous ex Billy (George Pilgrim) won’t let her go. After a near-deadly prank, Michael’s comatose body is stolen by mad scientists Dr. Wachenstein (Terry Kiser) and his assistant Helga (Ellen Dubin) who want to use the boy’s brain to pilot an animatronic dinosaur.
But true love can’t be denied! Tammy, Michael and her gay best friend, Byron (Theo Forsett) will stop at nothing to find a...
We bounced all over the place in May, starting with Fred Dekker’s genre mash-up Night of the Creeps before getting deadly serious with Gus Van Sant’s pseudo-Columbine film Elephant, trippy with Alex Garland’s surreal Annihilation. Now we’re back in ultra campy territory with the silly and heartfelt Tammy and the T-Rex (1994).
In writer/director Stewart Raffill‘s low-budget horror comedy, high schooler Tammy (Denise Richards) is in love with Michael (Paul Walker) but her jealous ex Billy (George Pilgrim) won’t let her go. After a near-deadly prank, Michael’s comatose body is stolen by mad scientists Dr. Wachenstein (Terry Kiser) and his assistant Helga (Ellen Dubin) who want to use the boy’s brain to pilot an animatronic dinosaur.
But true love can’t be denied! Tammy, Michael and her gay best friend, Byron (Theo Forsett) will stop at nothing to find a...
- 6/5/2023
- by Joe Lipsett
- bloody-disgusting.com
I never understood why Jurassic Park was the only dinosaur-related franchise to outlive the dino hysteria of the 90s. Don’t get me wrong, Spielberg’s classic is clearly the best movie to come out of that trend, but that doesn’t change the fact that dinosaurs as a concept are in the public domain and should have been featured in countless other films.
Fortunately for fans of all things prehistoric, Scott Beck and Bryan Woods’s upcoming 65 (March 10th) promises a return to the Jurassic-Park-less thrills of completely original dinosaur movies. And with that in mind, we’ve come up with this list highlighting six of the best non-jp dinosaur thrillers for all your prehistoric media needs!
As usual, this list is purely based on personal opinion, but since this is Bloody Disgusting, we’ll be limiting entries to monster movies and thrillers. That means no Super Mario Bros...
Fortunately for fans of all things prehistoric, Scott Beck and Bryan Woods’s upcoming 65 (March 10th) promises a return to the Jurassic-Park-less thrills of completely original dinosaur movies. And with that in mind, we’ve come up with this list highlighting six of the best non-jp dinosaur thrillers for all your prehistoric media needs!
As usual, this list is purely based on personal opinion, but since this is Bloody Disgusting, we’ll be limiting entries to monster movies and thrillers. That means no Super Mario Bros...
- 2/17/2023
- by Luiz H. C.
- bloody-disgusting.com
James Brolin's acting career stretches back to the 1960s, and covers a wide spate of films and TV that has seen the actor appear in genre classics like "The Amityville Horror" and "Capricorn One," and award-winning TV shows like "Marcus Welby, MD" and the soap opera "Hotel." For "Welby," Brolin won an Emmy and a Golden Globe. He was a regular character on "Pensacola: Wings of Gold," appeared in "Traffic," and produced Stewart Raffill's delightful cult oddity "Standing Ovation."
Despite a long and varied career, however, Angus MacLane's new film "Lightyear" -- the latest from Pixar -- is Brolin's very...
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Despite a long and varied career, however, Angus MacLane's new film "Lightyear" -- the latest from Pixar -- is Brolin's very...
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- 6/13/2022
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
After taking viewers on a walk down the macabre memory lane of ’80s horror cinema with the documentary In Search of Darkness (now streaming on Shudder), CreatorVC is giving fans of ’80s sci-fi a similar experience to look forward to with the new documentary In Search of Tomorrow, which now has a new trailer, additional interviewees, and an Indiegogo campaign!
Below, we have the official press release and trailer with additional details on In Search of Tomorrow, and be sure to visit the documentary's official Indiegogo page to learn more!
Press Release: Los Angeles, CA - April 8th, 2021 -- In Search of Tomorrow, the long-form documentary about ‘80s sci-fi movies from Creatorvc, has recruited director Ivan Reitman (Ghostbusters I & II), producer Gale Anne Hurd, actor Peter Weller, and more talent for in-depth interviews looking back on the extensive, beloved era of genre film. Executive produced by Robin Block and written...
Below, we have the official press release and trailer with additional details on In Search of Tomorrow, and be sure to visit the documentary's official Indiegogo page to learn more!
Press Release: Los Angeles, CA - April 8th, 2021 -- In Search of Tomorrow, the long-form documentary about ‘80s sci-fi movies from Creatorvc, has recruited director Ivan Reitman (Ghostbusters I & II), producer Gale Anne Hurd, actor Peter Weller, and more talent for in-depth interviews looking back on the extensive, beloved era of genre film. Executive produced by Robin Block and written...
- 4/9/2021
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
On 1st February 101 Films will release title 018 on the 101 Films Black Label, a first UK release for the outrageous Tammy and the T-Rex, directed by Stewart Raffill (The Ice Pirates) and starring Denise Richards and Paul Walker in early roles. Originally released in heavily cut PG-13 form, this release follows the US debut from Vinegar Syndrome, and features the recently restored Gore Cut of the film, presented as originally conceived in all its gore-filled glory, featuring the stellar work of special make-up effects legend John Carl Buechler. This limited edition version comes packaged in a slipcase, along with a booklet featuring new writing on the film.
Tammy is a popular high school cheerleader whose new boyfriend, Michael, might be the love of her life. But Tammy’s jealous ex, Billy, won’t stand for anyone coming between him and ‘his’ girl, so he and his friends kidnap Michael, leaving...
Tammy is a popular high school cheerleader whose new boyfriend, Michael, might be the love of her life. But Tammy’s jealous ex, Billy, won’t stand for anyone coming between him and ‘his’ girl, so he and his friends kidnap Michael, leaving...
- 12/24/2020
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
“Monster in the Closet” (1986)
One of Walker’s earliest roles was the 1986 horror flick “Monster in the Closet.” He played young “Professor” Bennett, the son of a college professor who teams up with another teacher and a local reporter to uncover the motive behind several murders.
“Tammy and the T-Rex” (1994)
Walker got prehistoric in “Tammy and the T-Rex,” directed by Stewart Raffill — he plays a boy named Michael whose brain is implanted into the body of a Tyrannosaurus and wreaks havoc on the town in search of his sweetheart, Tammy.
“Meet the Deedles” (1998)
Surf’s up, dude! Walker gave life to Phil Deedle, a surfer turned park ranger alongside Steve Van Wormer, who plays his brother, Stew Deedle. The film is a lighthearted one, complete with an ample helping of flatulence jokes.
Read original story 25 of Paul Walker’s Most Memorable Movie Roles (Photos) At TheWrap...
One of Walker’s earliest roles was the 1986 horror flick “Monster in the Closet.” He played young “Professor” Bennett, the son of a college professor who teams up with another teacher and a local reporter to uncover the motive behind several murders.
“Tammy and the T-Rex” (1994)
Walker got prehistoric in “Tammy and the T-Rex,” directed by Stewart Raffill — he plays a boy named Michael whose brain is implanted into the body of a Tyrannosaurus and wreaks havoc on the town in search of his sweetheart, Tammy.
“Meet the Deedles” (1998)
Surf’s up, dude! Walker gave life to Phil Deedle, a surfer turned park ranger alongside Steve Van Wormer, who plays his brother, Stew Deedle. The film is a lighthearted one, complete with an ample helping of flatulence jokes.
Read original story 25 of Paul Walker’s Most Memorable Movie Roles (Photos) At TheWrap...
- 11/30/2020
- by Samson Amore and Josh Dickey
- The Wrap
Once again honoring the horror genre's past while celebrating its present, Beyond Fest returns with another jaw-dropping lineup of screenings and special guests this fall in Los Angeles, with a full lineup that includes Richard Stanley's Color Out of Space, the zombie comedy Little Monsters, the ’80s horror documentary In Search of Darkness, a 10th anniversary celebration of Jennifer's Body (with Karyn Kusama and Megan Fox in attendance), a 4K restoration of Sam Raimi's The Evil Dead, a director's cut of The Exorcist (with William Friedkin in attendance), Joe Bob Briggs' one-man show How Rednecks Saved Hollywood, and the Tom Atkins triple feature of The Fog, Halloween III: Season of the Witch, and Night of the Creeps.
We have the official press release with the full Beyond Fest 2019 lineup below, and to learn more, visit the festival's official website.
Press Release: Los Angeles, CA – Tuesday, September 3, 2019 - Beyond Fest,...
We have the official press release with the full Beyond Fest 2019 lineup below, and to learn more, visit the festival's official website.
Press Release: Los Angeles, CA – Tuesday, September 3, 2019 - Beyond Fest,...
- 9/3/2019
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Last June, a newly restored, uncut version of Tammy and the T-Rex (directed by Stewart Raffill and released in 1994) played as part of Cinepocalypse in Chicago. Those of us unable to attend will finally get to see the “Gore Cut” when it’s released by Vinegar Syndrom this November. Give the new trailer a spin […]
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- 8/8/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
When I was growing up in the 80s, I was introduced to a crazy sci-fi adventure film called The Ice Pirates. This is a movie that I used to watch all the time as a kid. I have fond memories of this film, but I haven’t seen it in years!
This is one of those movies that I’m afraid to watch again because I want to preserve the fond memories that I have of it. I was curious to know if any of you might remember this ridiculously fun and over-the-top movie.
The film is set in the distant future where water is the most valuable substance. It follows two space pirates who are captured, sold to a princess, and recruited to help her find her father who disappeared when he found information dangerous to the rulers.
This was a swashbuckling space opera that was filled with sword fights,...
This is one of those movies that I’m afraid to watch again because I want to preserve the fond memories that I have of it. I was curious to know if any of you might remember this ridiculously fun and over-the-top movie.
The film is set in the distant future where water is the most valuable substance. It follows two space pirates who are captured, sold to a princess, and recruited to help her find her father who disappeared when he found information dangerous to the rulers.
This was a swashbuckling space opera that was filled with sword fights,...
- 12/11/2018
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
Gavin Jasper Joseph Baxter Nov 17, 2018
Mst3K Season 12 on Netflix is a go! Expect more Mystery Science Theater 3000 on your screens just in time for Turkey Day.
Mystery Science Theater 3000 Season 12 will head back to Netflix for more mirthful movie-riffing, just in time for a proper Thanksgiving Turkey Day marathon. Indeed, Jonah Ray, Felicia Day, Patton Oswalt will be back in their respective MST3K roles, joined, of course, by Crow T. Robot, Tom Servo and Gypsy.
Last year’s inaugural revival season was officially titled Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return. This time, however, the sophomore round will bear the formal title, Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Gauntlet. This is because the series is upping the cheesy movie stakes higher than ever with a cinematic sextet ominously referred to as “The Gauntlet.”
MST3K Season 12 Trailer Video of Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Gauntlet | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix
The long wait is finally about conclude,...
Mst3K Season 12 on Netflix is a go! Expect more Mystery Science Theater 3000 on your screens just in time for Turkey Day.
Mystery Science Theater 3000 Season 12 will head back to Netflix for more mirthful movie-riffing, just in time for a proper Thanksgiving Turkey Day marathon. Indeed, Jonah Ray, Felicia Day, Patton Oswalt will be back in their respective MST3K roles, joined, of course, by Crow T. Robot, Tom Servo and Gypsy.
Last year’s inaugural revival season was officially titled Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return. This time, however, the sophomore round will bear the formal title, Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Gauntlet. This is because the series is upping the cheesy movie stakes higher than ever with a cinematic sextet ominously referred to as “The Gauntlet.”
MST3K Season 12 Trailer Video of Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Gauntlet | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix
The long wait is finally about conclude,...
- 11/24/2017
- Den of Geek
Following an unexpected success with the ’80s rom-com Mannequin, the reasons why a sequel were made are about as interesting (and artistically-driven) as one would imagine. But one aspect of that sequel—Mannequin 2: On the Move—that’s especially interesting is the film’s director: Stewart Raffill. Stewart Raffill is a guy who broke into the business by […]
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- 7/15/2016
- by Blake Harris
- Slash Film
With Guardians Of The Galaxy still dominating the box office, I feel compelled to look at another comedic space adventure… The Ice Pirates (1984) Director: Stewart Raffill Stars: Robert Urich, Anjelica Huston, Ron Perlman In a future where water is scarce throughout the galaxy, a group of ice-stealing space pirates must escort a princess to find a fabled lost planet that could save the universe. It's time to put director Stewart Raffill in the...
- 9/3/2014
- by Jason Adams
- JoBlo.com
When actor Meshach Taylor passed away last week, every headline mentioned "Designing Women." But I'll always remember him from… Mannequin Two: On The Move (1991) Director: Stewart Raffill Stars: William Ragsdale, Kristy Swanson, Meshach Taylor An annoying loser falls in love with a dummy.* *Not a movie about Kanye West and Kim Kardashian. The funny thing about memories is that you have no control over which past experiences...
- 7/2/2014
- by Jason Adams
- JoBlo.com
RoboCop to have a special screening in Hollywood: Cast members Allen, Weller, and director Verhoeven to attend presentation followed by reception and Q&A The 1987 original RoboCop directed by Dutch filmmaker Paul Verhoeven, and starring Peter Weller and former Brian De Palma leading lady Nancy Allen, will have a special presentation at noon on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at the Harmony Gold Theater, located on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood. The screening and reception, to be hosted by Allen, Weller, and Verhoeven, will also feature a Q&A and autograph session. (Pictured above: Allen and Weller in the original movie released more than a quarter of a century ago.) Proceeds from the pricy $75 / $125 tickets will go to weSPARK, which is described as "an organization that enhances the quality of life for cancer patients, family and friends by providing multiple services designed to help heal the mind, body and spirit." Tickets for the screening can be purchased here.
- 4/11/2013
- by Anna Robinson
- Alt Film Guide
Oh, Paul Rudd. You so crazy. When the "Anchorman 2" star popped up on Conan O'Brien's show last night, he promised an exclusive new clip from the Will Ferrell comedy sequel which Conan pegged to go viral. Instead, Rudd reprised a running joke by cutting to a clip from a certain 1980's "E.T." rip-off/feature-length McDonald's commercial. Watch it here: The clip is, of course, from Stewart Raffill's 1988's family film "Mad and Me," unless "Anchorman 2" will include a wheelchair-bound tween and his creepy-looking alien pal. Meanwhile, "42" star Harrison Ford talked to Et about his previously revealed cameo in "Anchorman...
- 4/3/2013
- by HitFix Staff
- Hitfix
Bad Girl Island now has a film poster, which shows actress Annalynne Mccord on the cover as Simone. This title was previously called Mysterious and production on Mysterious completed in 2007. Four years later the film has found a home at Phase 4 Films, who will release this film for the first time on video-on-demand. The cover shows a "temptress" armed with a knife. She seems to be legless, but still beautiful (click to enlarge).
Bad Girl Island also stars Antonio Sabato Jr. and James Brolin. Get set to blend fantasy with murder, when Bad Girl Island releases August 1st through video-on-demand. A somewhat demoralizing trailer is also below.
Tagline:
"Stay out of the water...she bites" (Phase 4 Films).
The synopsis for Bad Girl Island is here:
"While on set to shoot his latest film, producer Michael Pace (Antonio Sabata Jr.) rescues a beautiful girl from drowning. After recovering from her near death experience,...
Bad Girl Island also stars Antonio Sabato Jr. and James Brolin. Get set to blend fantasy with murder, when Bad Girl Island releases August 1st through video-on-demand. A somewhat demoralizing trailer is also below.
Tagline:
"Stay out of the water...she bites" (Phase 4 Films).
The synopsis for Bad Girl Island is here:
"While on set to shoot his latest film, producer Michael Pace (Antonio Sabata Jr.) rescues a beautiful girl from drowning. After recovering from her near death experience,...
- 7/25/2011
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Some early film details are developing on an upcoming horror title called Bad Girl Island. Canadian distributor Phase 4 Films has already acquired video-on-demand distribution rights for this project and the film involves a film set, a rescue and a nightmare! Things go wrong for producer Michael Pace when he rescues a beautiful woman from drowning; she begins to murder his cast and crew. No good deed goes unpunished, apparently.
Bad Girl Island will star AnnaLynne McCord (seen left), Antonio Sabato Jr. and James Brolin in what sounds like one of the better horror films in development this year. Stewart Raffill (Ice Pirates, Three) will direct and for those horror fans who like bikinis and sun swept locals, you can check out the early synopsis below courtesy of Phase 4 Films.
The synopsis for Bad Girl Island:
"While on set to shoot his latest film, producer Michael Pace (Antonio Sabata Jr.
Bad Girl Island will star AnnaLynne McCord (seen left), Antonio Sabato Jr. and James Brolin in what sounds like one of the better horror films in development this year. Stewart Raffill (Ice Pirates, Three) will direct and for those horror fans who like bikinis and sun swept locals, you can check out the early synopsis below courtesy of Phase 4 Films.
The synopsis for Bad Girl Island:
"While on set to shoot his latest film, producer Michael Pace (Antonio Sabata Jr.
- 7/9/2011
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
In an effort to reassess the classic, underrated Mac And Me, Ryan compares its merits with some the most critically lauded movies of all time
Back in April, we proved once and for all that Mac And Me, a film long held in contempt by mainstream critics, is actually a clever, nuanced piece of 80s cinema. On the surface a mere E.T. clone, a shameless attempt to make a quick barrowful of cash from unwary moviegoers, Mac And Me is, in fact, rich with multiple layers of meaning.
The film can be read alternately as a critique on the American dream, the likes of which hasn't been attempted since Hunter S Thompson wrote Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas back in the 70s, or a maverick work of postmodern surrealism.
It's an absolute travesty, I'd argue, that critics continue to pour scorn on director Stewart Raffill's 1988 masterwork. It's been...
Back in April, we proved once and for all that Mac And Me, a film long held in contempt by mainstream critics, is actually a clever, nuanced piece of 80s cinema. On the surface a mere E.T. clone, a shameless attempt to make a quick barrowful of cash from unwary moviegoers, Mac And Me is, in fact, rich with multiple layers of meaning.
The film can be read alternately as a critique on the American dream, the likes of which hasn't been attempted since Hunter S Thompson wrote Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas back in the 70s, or a maverick work of postmodern surrealism.
It's an absolute travesty, I'd argue, that critics continue to pour scorn on director Stewart Raffill's 1988 masterwork. It's been...
- 6/30/2011
- Den of Geek
A shameless clone of E.T., or a nuanced film layered with meaning? Ryan offers a few alternate interpretations of Mac And Me…
One of the most infamous cinematic clones in history, family sci-fi fantasy Mac And Me was met with critical derision for its numerous similarities to Steven Spielberg’s E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial. On its release in 1988, a Washington Post review put it like this: “Forget about calling home; E.T., call lawyer.”
Mac And Me is equally notable for its blatant instances of product placement, with cans of Coca-Cola present in what appears to be every scene, and the titular alien, Mac, subsisting exclusively on Coke and packets of Skittles. There’s also an interminably long breakdancing sequence in a McDonald’s restaurant, and the spectre of the golden arches looms large over the entire film.
Add in some decidedly rubbery creature effects and some stilted acting, and it’s...
One of the most infamous cinematic clones in history, family sci-fi fantasy Mac And Me was met with critical derision for its numerous similarities to Steven Spielberg’s E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial. On its release in 1988, a Washington Post review put it like this: “Forget about calling home; E.T., call lawyer.”
Mac And Me is equally notable for its blatant instances of product placement, with cans of Coca-Cola present in what appears to be every scene, and the titular alien, Mac, subsisting exclusively on Coke and packets of Skittles. There’s also an interminably long breakdancing sequence in a McDonald’s restaurant, and the spectre of the golden arches looms large over the entire film.
Add in some decidedly rubbery creature effects and some stilted acting, and it’s...
- 4/14/2011
- Den of Geek
Indie Roundup is your (striving to be) weekly guide to what's new and upcoming in the world of independent film.
Opening This Week: As we (by which I mean me) try to settle back into a good weekly routine, let's start with what's opening in limited release. Against the intelligent thrills of Christopher Nolan's Inception, which is likely to draw a fair portion of indie-oriented audiences, we see only a few contenders. Our friends at indieWIRE list the drama Kisses on their release calendar. Described as an Irish "romantic coming-of-age film," Kisses was originally slated for release late last year through Oscilloscope. Written and directed by Lance Daly, the film is centered around two kids who run away from home and spend Christmas night together on the streets of Dublin. It will be available via cable on demand systems at the same time it opens in New York and...
Opening This Week: As we (by which I mean me) try to settle back into a good weekly routine, let's start with what's opening in limited release. Against the intelligent thrills of Christopher Nolan's Inception, which is likely to draw a fair portion of indie-oriented audiences, we see only a few contenders. Our friends at indieWIRE list the drama Kisses on their release calendar. Described as an Irish "romantic coming-of-age film," Kisses was originally slated for release late last year through Oscilloscope. Written and directed by Lance Daly, the film is centered around two kids who run away from home and spend Christmas night together on the streets of Dublin. It will be available via cable on demand systems at the same time it opens in New York and...
- 7/15/2010
- by Peter Martin
- Cinematical
By Sean O’Connell
Hollywoodnews.com: Is “Glee” a little too grown up for your youngest kids? Is Big Time Rush on Nickelodeon a bit too goofy for your taste? If you are looking for a new mix of adolescence and music for your family, then you might want to check out Stewart Raffill’s “Standing Ovation” when it opens in theaters this Friday, July 16.
The family musical, distributed by Rocky Mountain Pictures, follows five junior high school friends who form a singing group called The 5 Ovations to compete in a national music video contest. It’s their goal to win a cash prize of one million dollars. Standing in their way, however, is rival singing group The Wiggies — five rich, talented and unscrupulous sisters who along with their parents, will stop at nothing to win the competition.
But parents can take their little ones to “Standing Ovation” without fear...
Hollywoodnews.com: Is “Glee” a little too grown up for your youngest kids? Is Big Time Rush on Nickelodeon a bit too goofy for your taste? If you are looking for a new mix of adolescence and music for your family, then you might want to check out Stewart Raffill’s “Standing Ovation” when it opens in theaters this Friday, July 16.
The family musical, distributed by Rocky Mountain Pictures, follows five junior high school friends who form a singing group called The 5 Ovations to compete in a national music video contest. It’s their goal to win a cash prize of one million dollars. Standing in their way, however, is rival singing group The Wiggies — five rich, talented and unscrupulous sisters who along with their parents, will stop at nothing to win the competition.
But parents can take their little ones to “Standing Ovation” without fear...
- 7/15/2010
- by Sean O'Connell
- Hollywoodnews.com
Check out the final trailer as well as 2 clips, 3 new posters as well as plenty images from "Standing Ovation." The musical opens July 16th and is directed and written by Stewart Raffill. Starring are Madeline Barrows, Alexis Biesiada, Anthony Carney, London Clark, Erika Corvette, Ashely Cutrona, Joei DeCarlo and Sal Dupree among others. Rocky Mountain Pictures ("Lightkeepers," "Chain Letter") distribute the film which is produced by Diane Kirman. This film is rated PG. If you loved High School Musical… then, think Junior High School Musical, as you shake to the awesome dance moves, listen to the cool new tunes and laugh your way through the most rockin’ movie musical event of the summer – Standing Ovation. This hip original music and dance-filled family film boasts an exciting cast of talented young newcomers, 20 new songs and 14 never-before-seen dance numbers that will leave you feeling uplifted and ready to put on your dancin’ shoes.
- 6/28/2010
- Upcoming-Movies.com
DVD Releases: 2/5/08
It's an indie asylum of straight to DVD this week. Also, I have a copy of Storm Warning released this week from Dimension Extreme to give away email cinezombi@zombiefriends.com with an in order list of the films below and I will choose a winner Friday to send a copy.
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Croc (2008)
Directed by Stewart Raffill
A man-eating croc is on the loose. Locals are missing. And body parts are bobbing in the swamps. This is an adventure you can really "sink your teeth into." On the outskirts of a beach resort in Thailand is Jack’s Croc Farm, featuring its star attraction, Delilah. But when Delilah goes missing, body parts begin to pile up in the most dangerous and fetid swampland in Thailand. Croc Hawkins (Michael Madsen, Reservoir Dogs) is the croc hunter assigned to the case but even his expertise...
It's an indie asylum of straight to DVD this week. Also, I have a copy of Storm Warning released this week from Dimension Extreme to give away email cinezombi@zombiefriends.com with an in order list of the films below and I will choose a winner Friday to send a copy.
Click On The Pictures To Buy
Croc (2008)
Directed by Stewart Raffill
A man-eating croc is on the loose. Locals are missing. And body parts are bobbing in the swamps. This is an adventure you can really "sink your teeth into." On the outskirts of a beach resort in Thailand is Jack’s Croc Farm, featuring its star attraction, Delilah. But when Delilah goes missing, body parts begin to pile up in the most dangerous and fetid swampland in Thailand. Croc Hawkins (Michael Madsen, Reservoir Dogs) is the croc hunter assigned to the case but even his expertise...
- 2/4/2008
- ZombieFriends.com
DVD Releases: 2/5/08
It's an indie asylum of straight to DVD this week. Also, I have a copy of Storm Warning released this week from Dimension Extreme to give away email cinezombi@zombiefriends.com with an in order list of the films below and I will choose a winner Friday to send a copy.
Click On The Pictures To Buy
Croc (2008)
Directed by Stewart Raffill
A man-eating croc is on the loose. Locals are missing. And body parts are bobbing in the swamps. This is an adventure you can really "sink your teeth into." On the outskirts of a beach resort in Thailand is Jack’s Croc Farm, featuring its star attraction, Delilah. But when Delilah goes missing, body parts begin to pile up in the most dangerous and fetid swampland in Thailand. Croc Hawkins (Michael Madsen, Reservoir Dogs) is the croc hunter assigned to the case but even his expertise...
It's an indie asylum of straight to DVD this week. Also, I have a copy of Storm Warning released this week from Dimension Extreme to give away email cinezombi@zombiefriends.com with an in order list of the films below and I will choose a winner Friday to send a copy.
Click On The Pictures To Buy
Croc (2008)
Directed by Stewart Raffill
A man-eating croc is on the loose. Locals are missing. And body parts are bobbing in the swamps. This is an adventure you can really "sink your teeth into." On the outskirts of a beach resort in Thailand is Jack’s Croc Farm, featuring its star attraction, Delilah. But when Delilah goes missing, body parts begin to pile up in the most dangerous and fetid swampland in Thailand. Croc Hawkins (Michael Madsen, Reservoir Dogs) is the croc hunter assigned to the case but even his expertise...
- 2/4/2008
- ZombieFriends.com
Briefly encamping in theaters on its way to the video store, "Grizzly Falls" is a heavy-handed, nonsensical family adventure about a turn-of-the-century (as in the 1900s) 13-year-old boy who finds himself abducted by an angry mother bear after hunters cage her cubs.
While it obviously has Imax-sized aspirations, this live-action Canada-U.K. co-production actually plays more like TV's "Grizzly Adams" or "Gentle Ben", minus any trace of charm or logic.
Richard Harris, looking fairly grizzly himself, serves as Harry Bankston, the picture's omnipresent narrator, as he recounts to his wide-eyed grandchildren the story of his unforgettable trip to Grizzly Falls so many years ago.
Flash back to 1913, when recently widowed adventurer Tyrone Bankston (Bryan Brown) makes an effort to atone for his long absences by taking Young Harry (Daniel Clark) on a bear-hunting expedition into the Canadian Wild West.
When the elder Bankston's plans to capture rather than kill his intended prey with a heavy-duty tranquilizing dart go terribly awry, the highly agitated mama bear, upon finding her cubs locked up, takes Harry hostage by dragging him from the campsite.
Unharmed but not wanting to do anything to further upset the animal, Harry and the grizzly end up forming a close bond as they traverse the mighty Rockies, teaching each other about trust and sharing tips for food foraging.
Meanwhile, as the boy and bear go over the mountains, Tyrone and his hunting party, which includes the obligatory noble Indian tracker (Tom Jackson), desperately try to pick up their scent.
Alternately stilted and silly, the seriously intentioned parable, scripted by Richard Beattie ("Prom Night IV: Deliver Us From Evil") and directed by Stewart Raffill (the most recent "Swiss Family Robinson" remake), will also likely prove too intense for a good chunk of its family-oriented audience. Each time the grizzly emits a menacing growl, it sounds as if she has been dubbed by Godzilla.
Also contributing to the sonic overload is the brash, persistent score (credited to David Reilly and Paul J. Zaza), which is, in a word, overbearing.
GRIZZLY FALLS
Providence Entertainment
Providence Entertainment and Behaviour Worldwide and Norstar Filmed Entertainment
in association with Le Sabre present
a Peter Simpson and Allan Scott production
Director:Stewart Raffill
Producers:Peter R. Simpson and Allan Scott
Screenwriter:Richard Beattie
Story:Stuart Margolin
Executive producers:Mark Damon, Raylan Jensen, Georges Campana
Director of photography:Thom Best
Production designer:Tom Carnegie
Editor:Nick Rotundo
Costume designer:Minda Johansen
Music: David Reilly and Paul J. Zaza
Color/stereo
Cast:
Tyrone Bankston:Bryan Brown
Joshua:Tom Jackson
Genet:Oliver Tobias
Young Harry:Daniel Clark
Old Harry:Richard Harris
Running time -- 94 minutes
MPAA rating: PG...
While it obviously has Imax-sized aspirations, this live-action Canada-U.K. co-production actually plays more like TV's "Grizzly Adams" or "Gentle Ben", minus any trace of charm or logic.
Richard Harris, looking fairly grizzly himself, serves as Harry Bankston, the picture's omnipresent narrator, as he recounts to his wide-eyed grandchildren the story of his unforgettable trip to Grizzly Falls so many years ago.
Flash back to 1913, when recently widowed adventurer Tyrone Bankston (Bryan Brown) makes an effort to atone for his long absences by taking Young Harry (Daniel Clark) on a bear-hunting expedition into the Canadian Wild West.
When the elder Bankston's plans to capture rather than kill his intended prey with a heavy-duty tranquilizing dart go terribly awry, the highly agitated mama bear, upon finding her cubs locked up, takes Harry hostage by dragging him from the campsite.
Unharmed but not wanting to do anything to further upset the animal, Harry and the grizzly end up forming a close bond as they traverse the mighty Rockies, teaching each other about trust and sharing tips for food foraging.
Meanwhile, as the boy and bear go over the mountains, Tyrone and his hunting party, which includes the obligatory noble Indian tracker (Tom Jackson), desperately try to pick up their scent.
Alternately stilted and silly, the seriously intentioned parable, scripted by Richard Beattie ("Prom Night IV: Deliver Us From Evil") and directed by Stewart Raffill (the most recent "Swiss Family Robinson" remake), will also likely prove too intense for a good chunk of its family-oriented audience. Each time the grizzly emits a menacing growl, it sounds as if she has been dubbed by Godzilla.
Also contributing to the sonic overload is the brash, persistent score (credited to David Reilly and Paul J. Zaza), which is, in a word, overbearing.
GRIZZLY FALLS
Providence Entertainment
Providence Entertainment and Behaviour Worldwide and Norstar Filmed Entertainment
in association with Le Sabre present
a Peter Simpson and Allan Scott production
Director:Stewart Raffill
Producers:Peter R. Simpson and Allan Scott
Screenwriter:Richard Beattie
Story:Stuart Margolin
Executive producers:Mark Damon, Raylan Jensen, Georges Campana
Director of photography:Thom Best
Production designer:Tom Carnegie
Editor:Nick Rotundo
Costume designer:Minda Johansen
Music: David Reilly and Paul J. Zaza
Color/stereo
Cast:
Tyrone Bankston:Bryan Brown
Joshua:Tom Jackson
Genet:Oliver Tobias
Young Harry:Daniel Clark
Old Harry:Richard Harris
Running time -- 94 minutes
MPAA rating: PG...
- 1/27/2000
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Tinny comedy pounded flat marks ''Mannequin Two: On the Move,'' the follow-up to 1987's ''Mannequin.''
Obviously aimed at the early teen masses of the coast-to-coast suburban sprawl, this modestly budgeted feature may well find enough bubble gum chewers to turn a buck or two. Forget breakout business of any kind, though, and the film's real profits probably await it in video rentals on babysitter nights.
Adopting the basic plot but only one of the original characters, ''Mannequin Two'' opens with a medieval setup scene during which beautiful young peasant Jessie (Kristy Swanson) is put under a spell by an evil magician (Terry Kiser) at the behest of a queen mom (Cynthia Harris) who doesn't want her prince of a lovesick son (William Ragsdale) polluting his royal blood with common stock.
Cut to 1,000 years later when Philadelphia department store employee and all-around nice guy Jason Williamson (Ragsdale again) is working on a display from the European kingdom of Hauptmann-Koenig that includes the wooden body of the self-same enchanted peasant girl.
Jason accidently removes the necklace that enforces the spell, and Jessie, giddily happy to be alive in a century in which she can go disco dancing in a stretch minidress, falls in love with her apparently reincarnated prince. Jason, who is not blind, reciprocates.
However, the descendant of the evil sorcerer, Count Spretzle (Kiser again) is after the reawakened lass himself, and with a trio of wooden-headed body builders, ends up chasing and dueling (literally) with Jason for her possession.
The thin action is filled out with hit-or-mostly miss comedy schtick from the usually more reliable Kiser, Stuart Pankin as a huffily officious store manager, Harris reincarnated as Jason's dating service-owner mom, and especially from Meshach Taylor as Jason's boss, Hollywood Montrose, a gay display artist who is the only character held over from the original film (Taylor also doubles in a small role as a nightclub doorman).
Taylor gives forth with every gay designer cliche ever imagined, clearly trading on Middle America's stereotypes, but on the other hand, his character is also courageous and ingenious at key moments.
Although the period opening displays some flair and the ending picks up some much-needed steam, the movie's middle is a vast wasteland of tired jokes and ersatz romance. The cast appears to be making game stabs at humor, and director Stewart Raffill pumps up a few scenes, but there are far too many script misfires and built-in flat tires (every time the bodybuilding trio shows up the film dies) to overcome.
The film was shot partly at John Wanamaker Department Store in Philadelphia, a setting that lends helpful doses of atmosphere.
MANNEQUIN: TWO ON THE MOVE
Gladden Entertainment
20th Century Fox
Producer Edward Rugoff
Director Stewart Raffill
Writers Edward Rugoff, David Isaacs,
Ken Levine, Betsy Israel
Director of photographyLarry Pizer
Production design William J. Creber
Editor John Rosenberg, Joan Chapman
Music David McHugh
Color/Dolby
Cast:
Jessie Kristy Swanson
Jason/Prince William Ragsdale
Hollywood/doorman Meshach Taylor
Count Spretzle/Sorcerer Terry Kiser
Mr. James Stuart Pankin
Mrs. Williamson/Queen Cynthia Harris
Running time -- 95 minutes
MPAA Rating: PG
(c) The Hollywood Reporter...
Obviously aimed at the early teen masses of the coast-to-coast suburban sprawl, this modestly budgeted feature may well find enough bubble gum chewers to turn a buck or two. Forget breakout business of any kind, though, and the film's real profits probably await it in video rentals on babysitter nights.
Adopting the basic plot but only one of the original characters, ''Mannequin Two'' opens with a medieval setup scene during which beautiful young peasant Jessie (Kristy Swanson) is put under a spell by an evil magician (Terry Kiser) at the behest of a queen mom (Cynthia Harris) who doesn't want her prince of a lovesick son (William Ragsdale) polluting his royal blood with common stock.
Cut to 1,000 years later when Philadelphia department store employee and all-around nice guy Jason Williamson (Ragsdale again) is working on a display from the European kingdom of Hauptmann-Koenig that includes the wooden body of the self-same enchanted peasant girl.
Jason accidently removes the necklace that enforces the spell, and Jessie, giddily happy to be alive in a century in which she can go disco dancing in a stretch minidress, falls in love with her apparently reincarnated prince. Jason, who is not blind, reciprocates.
However, the descendant of the evil sorcerer, Count Spretzle (Kiser again) is after the reawakened lass himself, and with a trio of wooden-headed body builders, ends up chasing and dueling (literally) with Jason for her possession.
The thin action is filled out with hit-or-mostly miss comedy schtick from the usually more reliable Kiser, Stuart Pankin as a huffily officious store manager, Harris reincarnated as Jason's dating service-owner mom, and especially from Meshach Taylor as Jason's boss, Hollywood Montrose, a gay display artist who is the only character held over from the original film (Taylor also doubles in a small role as a nightclub doorman).
Taylor gives forth with every gay designer cliche ever imagined, clearly trading on Middle America's stereotypes, but on the other hand, his character is also courageous and ingenious at key moments.
Although the period opening displays some flair and the ending picks up some much-needed steam, the movie's middle is a vast wasteland of tired jokes and ersatz romance. The cast appears to be making game stabs at humor, and director Stewart Raffill pumps up a few scenes, but there are far too many script misfires and built-in flat tires (every time the bodybuilding trio shows up the film dies) to overcome.
The film was shot partly at John Wanamaker Department Store in Philadelphia, a setting that lends helpful doses of atmosphere.
MANNEQUIN: TWO ON THE MOVE
Gladden Entertainment
20th Century Fox
Producer Edward Rugoff
Director Stewart Raffill
Writers Edward Rugoff, David Isaacs,
Ken Levine, Betsy Israel
Director of photographyLarry Pizer
Production design William J. Creber
Editor John Rosenberg, Joan Chapman
Music David McHugh
Color/Dolby
Cast:
Jessie Kristy Swanson
Jason/Prince William Ragsdale
Hollywood/doorman Meshach Taylor
Count Spretzle/Sorcerer Terry Kiser
Mr. James Stuart Pankin
Mrs. Williamson/Queen Cynthia Harris
Running time -- 95 minutes
MPAA Rating: PG
(c) The Hollywood Reporter...
- 5/17/1991
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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