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Exclusive Video: Brand New 9 DVD Special Feature Clip
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We have a brand new exclusive special feature clip from the brand new release 9, which was just released on DVD and Blu-ray on December 29. Click below for this exclusive special feature clip, which lends some insight on the distinct visual look of the film.Exclusive: The Look of 9 You can also for your chance to win 9 on Blu-ray. From visionary filmmakers Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) and Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted) and Academy Award-nominated director Shane Acker comes this visually stunning and original epic adventure. In the final days of humanity, a dedicated scientist gives the spark of life to nine of his creations. The world has turned into an unrecognizable landscape of machines and spare parts, but this group of nine finds that if they band together, their small community might just be able to change the course of history. Featuring the voice talents of Elijah Wood, John C. Reilly,
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Weekly DVD & Blu-ray Chopping List 12/29/2009
28 December 2009 10:28 PM, PST
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The past few weeks haven't been exactly stellar when it comes to genre fare hitting the home market. That changes with this installment of the famous Fangoria Chopping List. From the breakout hit Paranormal Activity to the family-friendly 9, to the sleeper hit Carriers and the much-discussed Jennifer's Body, it seems there's something for everyone this week. For those of you that had a Blu Christmas, all the bigger titles are also available on Blu-Ray.
Check out the list below the jump!
9 - Universal
Available on DVD and Blu-Ray
From visionary filmmakers Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) and Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted) and Academy Award®-nominated director Shane Acker comes this visually stunning and original epic adventure. In the final days of humanity, a dedicated scientist gives the spark of life to nine of his creations. The world has turned into an unrecognizable landscape of machines and spare parts, but this
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9 arrives on DVD and M&C's giving five copies away!
28 December 2009 8:25 AM, PST
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Visionary filmmakers Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) and Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted) join forces to produce Academy Award-nominated director Shane Acker's distinctively original and thrilling animated epic adventure 9. The film arrives on DVD and Blu-ray from Universal Studios Home Entertainment and M&C.s giving five copies of the standard DVD away. Set in a post-apocalyptic world unlike any imagined and featuring the voices of Elijah Wood (The Lord of the Rings trilogy), John C. Reilly (Step Brothers), Jennifer Connelly (The Day the Earth Stood Still) and Crispin Glover (Beowulf), 9 dynamically explores the will to live, the power of community and how one soul can change the world. In the final days of humanity, a dedicated scientist gives the
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Contest: Win the Amazing Animated 9 on DVD Today
27 December 2009 11:08 PM, PST
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The new animated adventure 9 will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on December 29 and we are certainly celebrating this animated marvel of a film. We have a brand new contest running here and we're giving away copies of this new DVD for our readers! You know these discs will surely fly out of here fast, so be sure to enter this new contest today.Winners Receive:9 DVD} to enter this big giveaway today. From visionary filmmakers Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) and Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted) and Academy Award-nominated director Shane Acker comes this visually stunning and original epic adventure. In the final days of humanity, a dedicated scientist gives the spark of life to nine of his creations. The world has turned into an unrecognizable landscape of machines and spare parts, but this group of nine finds that if they band together, their small community might just be able
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The ten best animated films of 2009
26 December 2009 3:21 PM, PST
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True, the once neglected art of animation has undergone a rebirth in both artistry and popularity. Yet having escaped one blind alley, it seems headed into another one: The dumbing-down of stories out of preference for meaningless nonstop action. Classic animated features were models of three-act stories: Recall "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" or "The Lion King." The characters were embedded in stories that made sense and involved making decisions based on values. Now too many stories end in brain-numbing battles, often starring heroes the age of the younger audience members. Here is no food for growth and for the imagination, just brainless kinetic behavior.
The year saw more animated films intended instead for adults, and a film like "Waltz with Bashir" used the freedom of the form to show matters unthinkable in a live action feature. Several of these films were true crossovers, truly freed from the demographic vise.
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question of the day: What’s your favorite Christmas movie?
24 December 2009 7:18 AM, PST
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The Online Film Critics Society, in our weekly survey, this week picked our favorite Christmas movies. It’s a Wonderful Life came out on top -- as some of you may know, I am not a fan of It's a Wonderful Life. My top five Christmas favorites, as I voted the Ofcs survey:
A Christmas Story
Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas
Scrooged
Meet John Doe
It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
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The Best Christmas Movies of All Time
24 December 2009 4:54 AM, PST
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"Extra's" counting down the best Christmas movies to watch while you anxiously await Santa and his sleigh!
The Best Christmas Movies of All TimeThe Polar Express, 2004
On Christmas Eve, a boy who is hoping to believe in the magic of Christmas boards a train that’s headed to the North Pole. The film, starring Tom Hanks, is an adaptation of the beloved book by Chris Van Allsburg.
The Santa Clause, 1994
Tim Allen stars as Scott Calvin,
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New Movie Fan themes!
23 December 2009 5:09 PM, PST
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Hey folks, just in time for the holidays (alright, so
we're a little late), we just added an ultra-cool new movie Theme/Skin for
your own Movie
Fan Central profile page, for the Halloween and Christmas classic
from Tim Burton's imagination: The Nightmare Before
Christmas, which you can see below.
If you've already got a Mfc account, just log-in, click on Themes
and choose whichever theme you want on your profile page. It literally takes 2
seconds to change them.
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Come And Join The Tea Party: A New Alice In Wonderland Banner
23 December 2009 3:50 PM, PST
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What will Disney’s biggest release be for 2010? While it’s anyone’s game at the moment, I think it’d be a safe bet to put your money on Alice in Wonderland, Tim Burton’s deliciously gothic sequel to the original story. Starring Johnny Depp, Mia Wasikowska, Helena Bonham Carter, Anne Hathaway, Crispin Glover, Matt Lucas, Alan Rickman, Stephen Fry and Michael Sheen, the film is certainly not short of star quality, and judging by the two latest trailers (here and here) it’s going to be one hell of an experience!
This leads me perfectly to today’s addition of a new Alice in Wonderland poster/banner. Featuring all of the central cast in what seems to be one of the Mad Hatter’s tea parties, it’s yet another wonderful look at the world Burton has created, check it out below:
Tim Burton (Edward Scissorhands, Beetlejuice) attempts
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FusedFilm’s Favorite 9 Animated Films of All Time!
23 December 2009 12:08 PM, PST
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So its been awhile since we have done an animated top ten or favorites list, in fact I think we have only done one since we have been in existence. Throughout cinematic history there has been many animated films from so many walks of life harping on different genres and different tones from children’s tales to more adult tastes. I have decided to take a look at what I consider the top 9 animated films of all time. I think it is safe to say that Walt Disney/Pixar are the standard and have been the standard for animation for sometime. However films like 9, Ponyo and other international forms of animation like Waltz With Bashir, are quickly hitting the mainstream and capturing the attention of moviegoers everywhere. New Media and Social Media are helping these lesser animated jaunts get noticed by many more people also its becoming more increasingly favored in film festivals like Sundance.
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Celebrate Christmas With Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber And Rihanna
23 December 2009 8:22 AM, PST
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By Chad Bullock
Christmas music is tough. All the traditional carols are played out before Thanksgiving, but not everybody can get behind Metal Christmas. But there are solutions, which is why we put together this list of eight excellent Christmas tunes by some of today's hottest artists. Crank these tunes up for optimum holiday cheer.
Lady Gaga, "Christmas Tree"
Chart-topper Lady Gaga teamed up with Space Cowboy for this non-traditional and vaguely sexual holiday song. But it's okay, because the lyric "Light me up with me on top" doesn't have to sound dirty (but can be if that's how you roll at Christmas).
Justin Bieber, "Someday at Christmas"
Usher's 15 year-old protégé tackles this cover of Stevie Wonder's holiday classic like a total pro. He most recently wowed the president with a performance of the tune on the "Christmas in Washington" special.
Rihanna, "I Just Don't Feel Like Christmas
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Contest: Take Home the Animated 9 on Blu-ray!
21 December 2009 10:51 PM, PST
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The new animated adventure 9 will be coming home to DVD and Blu-ray on December 29 and you know we have to celebrate this brand new release. We have a new contest running here and we're giving away Blu-ray copies for our readers! You know these high-def discs will surely fly out of here fast, so be sure to enter this new contest today.Winners Receive:9 Blu-ray disc to enter this big giveaway today. From visionary filmmakers Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) and Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted) and Academy Award-nominated director Shane Acker comes this visually stunning and original epic adventure. In the final days of humanity, a dedicated scientist gives the spark of life to nine of his creations. The world has turned into an unrecognizable landscape of machines and spare parts, but this group of nine finds that if they band together, their small community might just be able to change the course of history.
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Christmas and new year TV films
18 December 2009 5:30 AM, PST
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Not sure what to watch? We can help with our comprehensive guide to the best films on TV this Christmas and new year
Choose a date
Saturday 19 December | Sunday 20 December | Monday 21 December | Tuesday 22 December | Wednesday 23 December |Christmas Eve | Christmas Day | Boxing Day | Sunday 27 December | Monday 28 December | Tuesday 29 December | Wednesday 30 December | New Year's Eve | New Year's Day
Saturday 19 December
Yes Man (Peyton Reed, 2008)
10am, 8pm, Sky Movies Premiere
Remember Jim Carrey in Liar, Liar, where he forces himself to tell the truth for 24 hours? Well, here Jim Carrey forces himself to answer yes to any request, for a year. Which is upping the ante somewhat, but doesn't make it a better film. This is a return to the manic, gurning, not-very-funny Carrey, as if The Truman Show, Eternal Sunshine etc hadn't happened. Just say no.
The Golden Compass (Chris Weitz, 2007)
11.40am, 8pm, Sky Movies Family
What with Harry Potter, Narnia, Lemony Snicket and all,
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Christmas and new year TV films
18 December 2009 5:30 AM, PST
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Not sure what to watch? We can help with our comprehensive guide to the best films on TV this Christmas and new year
Choose a date
Saturday 19 December | Sunday 20 December | Monday 21 December | Tuesday 22 December | Wednesday 23 December |Christmas Eve | Christmas Day | Boxing Day | Sunday 27 December | Monday 28 December | Tuesday 29 December | Wednesday 30 December | New Year's Eve | New Year's Day
Saturday 19 December
Yes Man (Peyton Reed, 2008)
10am, 8pm, Sky Movies Premiere
Remember Jim Carrey in Liar, Liar, where he forces himself to tell the truth for 24 hours? Well, here Jim Carrey forces himself to answer yes to any request, for a year. Which is upping the ante somewhat, but doesn't make it a better film. This is a return to the manic, gurning, not-very-funny Carrey, as if The Truman Show, Eternal Sunshine etc hadn't happened. Just say no.
The Golden Compass (Chris Weitz, 2007)
11.40am, 8pm, Sky Movies Family
What with Harry Potter, Narnia, Lemony Snicket and all,
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"Coraline" director Henry Selick takes stop-motion animation to new levels
18 December 2009 4:26 AM, PST
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link: http://makingof.com/vault/media/henry-selick-discusses-coraline/896
Henry Selick is the industry's go-to-guy for creating adult-themed cartoons that appeal to both young and old moviegoers. During this exclusive interview with MakingOf, Selick covers the timeline that his latest film "Coraline" required, the complexity of the sets and compares shooting stop-motion animation to live action, "everything is real."
Two of his films ("The Nightmare Before Christmas" and "Coraline") have been released in 3D and Selick believes that ""Avatar" is the film that is "either going to get 3D to take off completely or maintain this slow and steady growth."
Click here to watch the full interview.
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Three New Images From Alice In Wonderland
16 December 2009 7:18 PM, PST
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Following yesterday’s fantastic trailer, Disney have sent us three new images for Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland.
The images, which can be seen below, feature director Tim Burton and starlett Mia Wasikowska working through a scene, Tweedledum and Tweedledee (played by Brit comedian Matt Lucas) leading Alice through a mushroom forest and of course the villainous Red Queen, played by Burton’s wife, actress Helena Bonham Carter.
If, like me, you loved yesterday’s trailer then you’ll love these images too, check then out below:
Tim Burton (Edward Scissorhands, Beetlejuice) attempts to work his gothic magic over one of the best loved stories of all time… Lewis Carroll’s ‘Alice In Wonderland’ and ‘Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There’, which first told the story of a young girl, who after following a rabbit down a hole, is transported to a strange world. Whilst thedisney
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First Look: Brand New Alice In Wonderland Trailer
16 December 2009 12:02 AM, PST
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A brand new trailer has been released for Tim Burton’s Gothic retelling of Alice In Wonderland. The Walt Disney production boasts a plethora of stars including Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Anne Hathaway and Mia Wasikowska, the film lands in theatres worldwide next March.
The new trailer, which includes previously unseen footage, can be seen below, check it out for yourselves:
Tim Burton (Edward Scissorhands, Beetlejuice) attempts to work his gothic magic over one of the best loved stories of all time… Lewis Carroll’s ‘Alice In Wonderland’ and ‘Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There’, which first told the story of a young girl, who after following a rabbit down a hole, is transported to a strange world. Whilst the disney version of the tale relied on sweetness and light to delight the audience, Burton fans can be sure to look out for the same cartoon
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Hate Christmas? Have We Got a Movie (or 6) for You!
11 December 2009 4:14 AM, PST
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For most, Christmas is a happy time rife with warm family memories, selfless gift giving, gentle snowfalls, and the sharing of the season's goodwill tidings.
For others, Christmas is a time when you can't step into an elevator without being subject to the Muzak version of "O Holy Night." When going to your local pharmacy means being guilted into giving up your spare change by a guy with a bell who looks like he just got released from prison.
We've got 6 movie recommendations for those with a more cynical perspective of the season. They offer the chance to enjoy some seasonal cinematic joys with more edge and less good cheer. From German terrorists to singing skeletons, little green monsters to an alcoholic St. Nick, we've got all the bases covered.
To find out when these Bah Humbug selections are playing, check out our Holiday TV Movie Guide: The 12 Flavors of Christmas.
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Henry Selick Mini-Retrospective in Hollywood
9 December 2009 5:09 PM, PST
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James and the Giant Peach (above, top), Coraline (middle), and The Nightmare Before Christmas (bottom) will be screened at a mini-retrospective on the films of animator Henry Selick presented by the American Film Institute at the ArcLight Hollywood tomorrow, Dec. 10, beginning at 5:00 pm.
Coraline is one of 20 animated features vying for an Oscar nomination this year. Additionally, Selick’s 3-D fantasy received 10 Annie Award nominations from the International Animated Film Society — more than any other film this year. (Pete Docter’s Up came in second, with nine nods.)
Photos: Courtesy of the AFI
Schedule and film info from the AFI website:
Thursday, December 10, 5:00 Pm
James And The Giant Peach
1996 79 Min 35Mm Rated PG
Dir [...]
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Ho, Ho, Whoa!: The 5 Worst Movie Santas
7 December 2009 2:24 AM, PST
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It's the happiest time of the year ... once again. Rather than dole out the standard list of the best holiday classics to warm your heart, we prefer to shake things up a bit with our look at everyone's favorite bearded fat man, Santa Claus.
Now we all know that Edmund Gwenn was a wonderful Santa in Miracle on 34th Street, the only actor to take home an Oscar as St. Nick. And actors such as Ed Asner in Elf and David Huddleston in Santa Claus: The Movie have certainly done the red suit justice on the silver screen.
But what about those other Santas? The ones that took the legend of Santa in a different direction: Boozing, scaring, kicking, and even killing? Those are the ones we take a look at in Ho, Ho, Whoa!: The 5 Worst Movie Santas.
If you want to see these bad Santas in action,
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