Australia becomes Baz's biggest Aussie film

1 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 6 January 2009 by Ben

Baz Luhrmann has done it - he has eclipsed Moulin Rouge to ensure his latest offering Australia becomes his biggest movie yet. Thanks to the heavy traffic throughout the holiday period, Australia went past Moulin Rouge's Australian box office record of $27.7 million to become the most successful film of all time in his home country. With over $28.8 million grossed so far, the film is on track to pass the $30 million milestone this week. Not bad considering the absolute she... Find out more...   |   1 Comments

Slumdog is a gem

1 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 6 January 2009 by Ben

I saw Slumdog Millionaire recently and after seeing all of the hype and rave reviews wasn't sure what to expect. Most of the time you hear all of these things and then watch the film and think otherwise but with Danny Boyle's latest, you're not left disappointed. I found the film to be a fascinating insight into another world - a world I'd never really seen or heard that much about. Capturing the lives of two brothers on the run as they grow up in various pockets of India, Slumdog Mil... Find out more...   |   1 Comments

Yes he can!

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 5 January 2009 by Ben

Jim Carrey has sprinted to the top of the Aussie box office mountain just like he did a few weeks ago in the U.S. It seems the large crowds flowing into the cinemas were after a laugh and that's what they've got in Yes Man with Carrey back doing what he does best - making people laugh. The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button grabbed second spot with the combination of Brad Pitt and our very own Cate Blanchett proving almost irresistible. Adam Sandler's first Disney film, Bedtime Stories t... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Nothing changes at the U.S box office

0 Comments | Posted on Monday, 5 January 2009 by Ben

The top five films of last weekend finished in exactly the same spot over the weekend at the U.S box office with Owen Wilson/Jennifer Aniston's dog drama Marley & Me holding onto the top spot with an estimated $24.1 million to smash through the $100 million mark. Bedtime Stories took an estimated $20.3 million to maintain second spot while Brad Pitt's The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button took $18.4 million and held onto third spot. Valkyrie continued to surprise many taking ... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Bolt to save the day

2 Comments | Posted on Friday, 2 January 2009 by Ben

Super dog Bolt is coming to the rescue, voiced by John Travolta, Bolt stars in a television show alongside his 'owner' and co-star Penny, played by the insanely popular teen star Miley Cyrus (of Hannah Montana fame) where adventure, danger and super powers rule the day. When Bolt is suddenly and accidentally shipped off to New York city, he faces the biggest challenge he's ever faced in his battle to return home to Hollywood. This film is a winner and will go gang busters – especiall... Find out more...   |   2 Comments

Daniel Craig is back with Defiance

1 Comments | Posted on Friday, 2 January 2009 by Ben

Mr Bond himself returns this weekend with the release of his latest offering Defiance, also featuring Live Schreiber. The story follows 3 Jewish brothers escape from Nazi-occupied Poland into the Belarussian forest, where they join Russian resistance fighters and endeavour to build a village in order to protect themselves and others in danger. Expect this to be deep and haunting – from what I’ve seen it looks really good and shows Craig can step outside the 007 frame and explore other... Find out more...   |   1 Comments

2009 Here We Come!

9 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 31 December 2008 by Ben

2009 is nearly upon us and I thought it’d be a good time to put together a list of the most anticipated films of 2009, so here they are: Watchmen, Monsters Vs Aliens 3D, Dragonball, 17 Again, The Ugly Truth, X Men: Origins: Wolverine, Star Trek, Angels & Demons, Night at the Museum 2, Terminator Salvation, Hannah Montana, Transformers 2, Harry Potter and the half blood prince, Ice Age 3, GI Joe: Rise of Cobra, The Wolfman, Sherlock Holmes, The Lovely Bones and Alvin & The Chipmunks 2.... Find out more...   |   9 Comments

The money makers in 2008

2 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 31 December 2008 by Ben

Well here we are at the end of 2008 and I thought it’d be good idea to let you know the top 5 grossing films of the year. It’d be no surprise to realise that The Dark Knight took out top spot with $45.7 million, completely smashing any other movie this year. It’s amazing to think that this beat 2nd spot by an astonishing $14.3 million! Mamma Mia came in second with $31.4 million followed by the latest in the Indy franchise with $29.3 million. All the ladies out there helped their favo... Find out more...   |   2 Comments

Ben's Top 10 of 2008

2 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 30 December 2008 by Ben

My top 10 of 2008 include: 1) The Dark Knight – goes into my all time favourites, loved every minute of it 2) Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – put your hands in the air, it’s much more fun, as the animals’ crash to earth. Fun movie with plenty of laughs 3) Iron Man – Robert Downey Jr. is back – looking forward to the sequel 4) Get Smart – Steve Carell is the man, this role was made for him and I was laughing out loud constantly – love a good laugh and thi... Find out more...   |   2 Comments

Will's Top 10 of 2008

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 30 December 2008 by Will

1.The Dark Knight – It’s rare that a film exceeds all expectations, particularly when they are HUGE, and this film did exactly that. Well written, expertly shot and brilliantly cast, this is without equal my favourite film of this year. 2.Slumdog Millionaire – I love it when a film comes from left of centre and really demands attention. Slumdog was at heart a pretty simple story, yet you can’t help but want the protagonist to win in the end. Written with a lot of heart and brilliantly... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

CLAIRE’S TOP 10 FILMS FOR 2008

2 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 30 December 2008 by Claire

Let me pre-empt my list with the fact there are a few film I think should be on the list (In Bruges being one) but are not as I didn’t get a chance to see them…..so busy. Also, my films are in no particular order… 1.VICKY CRISTINA BARCELONA Javier Bardem-HOT. Nuff said 2.WELCOME TO THE STICKS A surprising French comedy, loved it, want live there and work in the post office! 3.SWEENEY TODD I think it was all the lovely blood that made me ... Find out more...   |   2 Comments

My Top 10 of 2008

1 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 30 December 2008 by Bill

Looking back on 2008 it was a year that had a diverse range of films and this is reflected in my Top 10 list. 1. SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE My Favourite film without a doubt. This little gem blow me away. It's clever, interesting and heart warming. If you see one film this January this is the one. 2. IN BRUGES This film was my biggest surprise of the year. I went in not knowing what to expect and it sucked me right in. I'm not a fan of Colin Farrell but he is great and ... Find out more...   |   1 Comments

Benjamin Button tops the Aussie Box Office

3 Comments | Posted on Monday, 29 December 2008 by Andrew

The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button grabbed the top spot at the Australian box office over the weekend taking an expected $3.2 Million from Thursday to Sunday. Brad Pitt plays a man who is born 80 years old, but instead of aging, he grows young. Oscar winner Cate Blanchett costars, along with Taraji P. Henson and Tilda Swinton. The Day The Earth Stood Still came in a close second taking $3.1M over the holiday weekend. Keanu Reeves stars as the alien who comes to earth in this 1951 ... Find out more...   |   3 Comments

Marley & Me top dog at the U.S box office

2 Comments | Posted on Monday, 29 December 2008 by Andrew

Marley & Me took the number one spot at the U.S box office over the long weekend taking an estimated $51M since opening on boxing day. Dog lovers & families went in droves to see the Owen Wilson-Jennifer Aniston comedy on Christmas Day in the U.S smashing the record for Christmas Day box office. (Previously Ali at $10.2M) Adam Sandler's new family comedy Bedtime Stories, picked by many to be number one this weekend, settled into second with an estimated $28.1M in three days and $38.6... Find out more...   |   2 Comments

ALL IS FAIR IN LOVE AND BRIDE WARS

0 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 24 December 2008 by Claire

It looks like it may become a Fox tradition to have a great chick flick for the girls (and some guys…I know you love t!) in January. Last year we had 27 Dresses and now this year we have Bride Wars. Bride Wars is a comedy starring Anne Hathaway and Kate Hudson. They play best friends who get engaged at the same time and who also book the same venue (on different dates) for their weddings. They become rivals when it turns out that they have in fact been double booked and now one of them must... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

Boxing Day battle looms

1 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 24 December 2008 by Ben

The annual boxing day box office battle is not far away with Adam Sandler's 'Bedtime Stories', Keanu Reeve's 'The Day The Earth Stood Still', Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett's 'The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button' plus Frost Nixon and Vicky Cristina Barcelona all tussling for the trophy. Judging by ticket sales so far, I reckon Benjamin Button will win the battle. I honestly thought Bedtime Stories would come up with the goods with Sandler in a kids comedy movie during the summer holiday... Find out more...   |   1 Comments

A Trailer with Claws

2 Comments | Posted on Wednesday, 24 December 2008 by Will

I have always been a star wars fan. Being a child and seeing Return of the Jedi on the big screen as one of my first movie experiences was overwhelming. That being said, with the release of the prequel trilogy, starting nearly a decade ago, I became addicted to trailer watching. I would spend hours on the net trolling through various fan sites trying to find a link to a poorly recorded version of a new trailer or leaked footage. Ever since, I have been addicted to watching movie trailers as soon... Find out more...   |   2 Comments

I LOVE BOLT

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 23 December 2008 by Claire

Who doesn’t love a really cute dog, and one who has a hugely successful show! Like BOLT! He is so adorable; you’ll want to take him home with you after you’ve seen the movie. I got to see this pic in 3D and its super sharp. From the get go, Bolt is a unique little puppy and soon finds himself as the star of a successful show, which sees him with super powers, like a devastating bark! And because he has grown up on the set of the show, he is under the delusion that he really does have super ... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

THERE'S A NEW MOON FOR TWILIGHT

19 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 23 December 2008 by Claire

Hello Twilighters, Well I wasn’t far off with my opening week guess of $8 Mill, it came in just shy. So far it’s sitting pretty on $10.7 mill. Not too shabby, and in the US is looking to be the biggest grossing Vampire film of all time, not to mention that it’s on track to be the biggest grossing film of any female director! So, filming for New moon begins in about 10-12 weeks, the slated release date at this stage is Nov 20 2009, just in time for Christmas, and what a present. ... Find out more...   |   19 Comments

Heigl & romantic comedy go hand in hand

0 Comments | Posted on Tuesday, 23 December 2008 by Belinda

Katherine Heigl cements her position as Hollywoods latest romantic comedy darling in the upcoming The Ugly Truth. Judging by the trailer that was recently released, we can expect some cheesy Hollywood movie moments but it all looks like a hell of a lot of fun, and let's be honest who doesn't like a bit of a rom com with beautiful people like Heigl and Gerard Butler. I can only dream. It looks like we can get ready for some witty banter between these two characters and who knows what ... Find out more...   |   0 Comments

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