Friday, July 29, 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Attila '74: The Rape of Cyprus
Cypriot-born filmmaker Michalis Cacoyiannis, who directed the acclaimed 1975 documentary this clip comes from, died earlier this month at age 89.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Monday, July 25, 2011
Sunday, July 24, 2011
'Captain America' knocks off 'Harry Potter' at the box office
"Captain America: The First Avenger" opened with $65.8 million at the box-office this weekend, knocking "Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part II" from its perch as the No. 1 movie in the U.S.
But don't worry about Harry Potter. The final installment in the long-running series took in another $48 million this weekend, bringing its box-office total so far to $274.1 million.
Rentrak Announces Official Box Office Numbers for Weekend of July 22, 2011
But don't worry about Harry Potter. The final installment in the long-running series took in another $48 million this weekend, bringing its box-office total so far to $274.1 million.
Rentrak Announces Official Box Office Numbers for Weekend of July 22, 2011
Friday, July 22, 2011
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Columnist: What AFI's Top 100 films taught me
Over the past 18 months, Marilyn Seide, an assistant district attorney in Chester County, Pa., watched all 100 films in the American Film Institute's list of the 100 best films of all-time. Below is a link to her column on what the films taught her.
What AFI's Top 100 taught me (video) - dailylocal.com
For a complete list of AFI's top 100 films, go to the institute's website.
Movie Review: 'Friends with Benefits'
Associated Press movie critic Jake Coyle gives "Friends With Benefits" 2.5 stars out of 4.
Movie Review: "Friends with Benefits" - delcotimes.com
Movie Review: "Friends with Benefits" - delcotimes.com
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011
'Harry Potter' earns $169.2M in opening weekend
From Brandon Gray's analysis of the weekend's record-setting debut of the last "Harry Potter" installment.Working its final movie mojo, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 soared into the record books with the highest-grossing opening weekend ever. The series finale drew $169.2 million on around 11,100 screens at 4,375 locations, dethroning The Dark Knight's $158.4 million.Read more at BoxOfficeMojo.com
Deathly Hallows Part 2's first weekend flew past the previous franchise high of $125 million, posted by Deathly Hallows Part 1 last November, and it topped the franchise in terms of estimated attendance as well. While its opening gross also out-distanced The Dark Knight, Spider-Man 3 ($151.1 million), The Twilight Saga: New Moon ($142.8 million), Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest ($135.6 million) and the first Spider-Man ($114.8 million), Deathly Hallows Part 2's estimated opening attendance was less than those titles, ranking sixth overall.
After conjuring the opening day record of $91.1 million on Friday (buoyed by a record-shattering $43.5 million midnight launch), Deathly Hallows Part 2 saw the steepest Friday-to-Saturday drop on record for a non-holiday first weekend, falling 53 percent to $42.4 million. Its Saturday slotted ninth among the top-grossing Saturdays of all time. On Sunday, it declined 16 percent to $35.7 million, which ranked fourth on the all-time Sunday grosses chart.
'300' Sequel 'Battle of Artemisia'
Didn't all the Spartans die at the end of "300"? That won't stop Hollywood from making a sequel, presumably without an Spartans.
300 Sequel Battle of Artemisia Handed To Noam Murro - CinemaBlend.com
300 Sequel Battle of Artemisia Handed To Noam Murro - CinemaBlend.com
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Harry Potter Fans Flock to Theaters for Final Film
The final "Harry Potter" film could end up as one of the biggest box-office hits of all time. It already shattered the record for opening day, earning $92.1 million in U.S. theaters on Thursday.
Harry Potter Fans Flock to Theaters for Final Film
Harry Potter Fans Flock to Theaters for Final Film
Thursday, July 14, 2011
40 Years Later Charlie's Hiring Is Still Willy Wonka's Greatest Failure
A clever article revisiting one of my all-time favorites movies, "Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory."
40 Years Later Charlie's Hiring Is Still Willy Wonka's Greatest Failure - CinemaBlend.com
40 Years Later Charlie's Hiring Is Still Willy Wonka's Greatest Failure - CinemaBlend.com
'Sucker Punch' Tops DVD Sales Chart
It bombed in theaters, but lots of people still want to see "Sucker Punch," which tops this week's Top DVD sales chart.
Rentrak Announces Top DVD Sales and Rentals for Week Ending July 10, 2011
Rentrak Announces Top DVD Sales and Rentals for Week Ending July 10, 2011
20,000 Visitors to FILM FANATIC
My site counter has recorded 20,000 unique visitors to FILM FANATIC since the site was lauchned in last September. Thanks for visiting ... and come back again.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Movie Tavern: Dinner and a movie ... all in one place
People love to go to the movies. People usually grab a bite to eat before or after a movie. Why not combine a restaurant and movie theater? Better yet, serve your favorite draft brew or mixed drink, which you can enjoy before, during or after the movie.What a concept. Why didn't I think of this?
Movie Tavern, a Texas-based chain, has opened its 15th location in the U.S. and first in Pennsylvania near Collegeville.
It's a whole new movie experience that will leave you wondering why you'd ever go back to a regular theater.
You know this is not your mother's movie theater from the moment you walk in the doors.
Movie Tavern features a full bar with three big-screen TVs, lounge seating to enjoy a snack or beverage before or after the movie and personal table side service inside each of its eight theaters.
You heard it right. Servers will bring food and drinks to you while the movie is playing.
The comfortable stadium seating comes with individual tabletops and a service call button so you don't interrupt other patrons when you need a server to come to you. (Hint: Get to the theater at least 30 minutes before your feature starts so you can place your food order).
And you get real napkins and silverware. No plastic forks and knives in this place.
If you just want to watch a movie, the tickets prices in the eight first-run theaters are comparable to other area theaters. No extra charges to see a movie ... unless you order food or drink.
The Movie Tavern menu offers a wide variety of food choices, including burgers, sandwiches and wraps, skewers and salads.
Appetizers run in the $6-$8.50 range. Burgers and sliders will run you $8.50-$9.75. You can also order a 10-inch personal pizza starting at $8.75 with additional toppings at .75 cents each.
Sandwiches and wraps run in the $7.50 to $9.75 range.
Movie Tavern offers a half-dozen beers on tap as well as bottled beer, a variety of wines and margaritas.
You can also order from the Kids Meals menu, offering five different choices plus a small drink for kids under 12.
If you prefer a non-alcoholic drink, you can try a milkshake, fruit smoothies, soft drinks, coffee and bottled water.
And yes, you can still buy popcorn and other theater concession favorites, but where else can you enjoy a slice of red velvet cake or brownie bottom pie? Only at Movie Tavern's "Reel Dessert" area.
Movie Tavern lives up to its slogan: "Movies Never Tasted So Good"
The Collegeville Movie Tavern is located in the Providence Town Center, 140 Market St., right off Route 422.
For more information about what's playing the menu and prices, visit the Movie Tavern website.
'Transformers' Tops 2011 Box Office
In just two weeks of release, "Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon" has already grossed more than $261 million in the U.S., making it the top box office hit of 2011.
The only movie on the horizon that can top it is the last installment of "Harry Potter."
Let the battle begin.
Rentrak Announces Official Box Office Numbers for Weekend of July 8, 2011
The only movie on the horizon that can top it is the last installment of "Harry Potter."
Let the battle begin.
Rentrak Announces Official Box Office Numbers for Weekend of July 8, 2011
Friday, July 8, 2011
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Avoid these films on DVD
If you paid money to see the movies below, I feel sorry for you. Don't make the same mistake now that they are on DVD.
No Strings Attached
The Roommate
I Saw The Devil
How Do You Know
Gulliver's Travels
Burlesque
The Switch
Repo Men
Fair Game
Monsters
I Am Number Four
Yogi Bear
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Can 'Transformers' save 3D films?
Can 'Transformers' save 3D films? Check out this article in The Week.
'Transformers 3' tops Fourth of July Box Office
"Transformers: Dark Of The Moon" made $97.4 million over the Fourth of July holiday, bringing its box-office total to $162.1 million in less than one week.
Rentrak Announces Official Box Office Numbers for Weekend of July 1, 2011
Rentrak Announces Official Box Office Numbers for Weekend of July 1, 2011
Monday, July 4, 2011
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Friday, July 1, 2011
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