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So, They’re Rebooting “Buffy”

May 27, 2009

I know, I know: This happened yesterday.  Since I was suffering from what was apparently a more benign strain of pneumonic plague, however, I was unable to respond to the news with anything more than a premature death rattle and some mild foaming about the mouth.  Incidentally, I discovered that the cure for pneumonic plague is Mexican food followed by a brief period of unconsciousness. But I digress.  The word, for those who haven’t heard, is that Vertigo Entertainment are commissioning Fran Rubel Kuzui and her husband Kaz Kazui, who own the intellectual property rights, to produce a reboot of the 1992 “Buffy” movie.  It’s being reported, however, that the flick may not exist in the same universe as Joss Whedon’s “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and &#…

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Remember Those New ‘New Moon’ Pics? Well We’ve Got ‘Em

May 27, 2009

Some of you are probably going to look at this flipbook and say “wow, that is SO last week.” If that’s the case, this set of images isn’t for you. All I can say is this: we have the latest “New Moon” pics right here for you to gawk at. All you have to do is click that image down there below the text. Even if you’ve already seen ‘em and then seen ‘em again, can you really resist?

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Jim Carrey As A Hippie? It Happened, At The 1999 MTV Movie Awards

May 27, 2009

FROM MTV.COM: Jim Carrey does not often go unnoticed. But when the actor showed up at the 1999 MTV Movie Awards, almost no one knew who he was. And the explanation for this odd turn of events constitutes one of the best and funniest moments in MTV Movie Awards history. Carrey had been nominated for Best Male Performance for his turn in “The Truman Show” and decided to show up at the June ‘99 ceremony dressed as a straggly haired, chain-smoking hippie. From roles in “The Mask” to “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” Carrey is no stranger to disguises — only this time, he didn’t tell anyone about his plan. Movie Trailers – Movies Blog Continue

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Today’s 2009 MTV Movie Awards Category Previews Are For The Kung-Fu Fightin’ Ladies

May 27, 2009

Hey, look at that. The 2009 MTV Movie Awards are on THIS Sunday at 9pm EST. Did you know about it? Yeah, I’m just playing. Obviously we’ve been pimping the upcoming MTVMAs for weeks now. And now it’s almost go time. You still have time to vote though, and you should if you haven’t already. Today’s category previews take a closer look at the competition for Best Fight and Best Female Performance . I have to say, it’s a tough choice in the Best Fight category. My heart wants to believe that…

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‘Drag Me To Hell’ And Other Horror Flicks You Can Share With Your Family

May 27, 2009

Let’s first clear up what a “family-friendly” horror movie is. Clearly, you’re not going to want to show this stuff to squeamish little siblings if it’s just going to scar them. Unless it’s part of your plan of course, but that’s your own business. Sam Raimi’s “Drag Me To Hell,” out this week, has been designated by the MPAA as kosher for all human Americans aged 13 and older. From what I hear, it’s also a hella scary ride. Director Sam Raimi is very good at capturing disturbing imagery on film. Stuff that just doesn’t quite look right. There’s his “Evil Dead” series of course. And…

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Danny McBride Is Clueless About MTV Movie Awards Rival Robert Pattinson

May 27, 2009

FROM MTV.COM: Danny McBride might have the most comical fight nominated at this year’s MTV Movie Awards — thanks to his brawl with Seth Rogen and James Franco in “Pineapple Express” — and he wants everyone to know that there was nothing fake about it. “I’m thrilled I’m nominated. I’ve been watching them since they began,” he told MTV News of the Movie Awards. “I think the one thing we have going for us is it was a real

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For Sale: Cameron’s House From ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ — Trashed Ferrari NOT Included

May 27, 2009

If you grew up in the ’80s, you remember John Hughes’ classic “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” You almost certainly saw and probably love it still. For a child of the ’80s, it’s an easy short list pick for one of the most quotable movies of all time. If you somehow missed it, or never had an older sibling or parent introduce you to the wonder of Ferris’s class-skipping ways, peep this clip. There’s a reason I picked that specific clip. …

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Roberto Orci And Alex Kurtzman Really Want Robert Downey Jr. For ‘Cowboys & Aliens’

May 27, 2009

FROM SPLASH PAGE: Just last month, Robert Downey Jr. told MTV News that he might not be starring in a feature film version of “ Cowboys and Aliens ” after all, despite earlier reports . But “Cowboys and Aliens” producers and screenwriters Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman haven’t given up on getting the actor to star in the adaptation of a Platinum Studios graphic novel. The pair told SCI FI Wire that they have been speaking with Downey about starring in the movie. Continue reading ‘Cowboys And Aliens’ Writers Working With ‘Lost’ Co-Creator, Still Targeting

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We’ve Arrived At The 2009 MTV Movie Awards, With ‘Hills’ Stars In Tow!

May 27, 2009

As of today, the MTV News team is up and running at Universal Studios, home of the 2009 MTV Movie Awards! Preparation for the big show is well underway, and MTV News got the lay of the land this morning. After our 8:30 a.m. production meeting with “Hills” star and MTV News guest correspondent Frankie Delgado, the whole team headed up to the Gibson Amphitheater for a walkthrough of the main show. Tim, Frankie and Sway hung out outside the the Gibson before our tour of the venue. Inside, the set-build was in full swing. The lights were dim, and the monitors were flashing bright colors, lighting up to room. We’ve got a lot coming down the pike today, including an interview with Movie Awards host Andy Samberg and a conversation with best fight nominee Danny McBride, as well as chats with the main show production designers. Plus, we’re going kickboxing with…

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Jonah Hill Describes ‘21 Jump Street’ Remake As ‘R-Rated’ And ‘Insane’

May 27, 2009

Jonah Hill has ascended the mountain of would-be Hollywood comedians to join the elite ranks of Judd Apatow -approved players, but the “Funny People” actor isn’t looking strictly towards comedy as his career continues its path — he’s adding a little bit of action into the mix as well. As previously reported , the “Superbad” star is writing and producing a remake of “21 Jump Street,” , the ’80s-era television cop show that Johnny Depp would probably like expunged from his IMDB record. Hill previously spoke with MTV News about the film , describing it as a straight-up comedy akin to the upcoming “Land of the Lost” remake. But for “Jump Street” stalwarts who can’t handle the film taking a comedic tone, …

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Will Ferrell Meeting With ‘Anchorman’ Creators About Possible Sequel

May 27, 2009

“Anchorman 2″ just inched one meeting closer to becoming a reality. Somewhere in the mix of appearing on the 2009 MTV Movie Awards , promoting next week’s summer comedy “Land of the Lost” on “Behind the Screen” , and getting ready for the release of his next film, “The Goods,” Ferrell managed to wedge in a meeting with the creative minds behind 2004’s “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy.” Re-assembling the film’s all-star news team, which included Ferrell, Steve Carell , Paul Rudd , and Christina Applegate , probably won’t be easy, but the gears sound like they are finally in motion. Ferrell told an Australian radio DJs Jono & Dano that he’ll be meeting with “all the guys” from the first “Anchorman” next week to “figure out when and how” to map out the sequel…

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‘Tomb Raider’ To Be Rebooted With A Lara Croft Origin Story

May 27, 2009

I’ve been meaning to serve up this news for a few days now, but the 2009 MTV Movie Awards train stops for no one. At the premiere of “Terminator Salvation,” producer Dan Lin stopped to chat with About.com about some of his upcoming projects , particularly the planned reboot of the “Lara Croft” series (popularly known as an adaptation of the “Tomb Raider” series of video games). Lin describes the project as a “character-oriented… more realistic” origin story for the popular treasure seeker. He clarifies shortly after that, comparing …

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Set Phasers To Awesome As Classic ‘Star Trek’ Movies Hit Blu-Ray

May 27, 2009

Yesterday we told you that the first season of the classic “Trek” has arrived on Blu-ray , and now we’re back to report that all six of the “first generation” films have also made their way to HD. Remastered in high-def and sporting new audio tracks, the collection presents the “Star Trek” films as they have never been seen before. Two different packages have been assembled, one collecting all six films and another collecting the first three. Each of the films carries over the special features …

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Kevin Smith Advises Host Andy Samberg Before The MTV Movie Awards: Flash A Nipple! Marry Justin Timberlake!

May 27, 2009

When Kevin Smith stopped by the MTV News offices recently and we asked if he had any advice for upcoming Movie Awards host Andy Samberg , I was thinking Smith would say something along the lines of, “Dude, remember to brush your teeth!” See, back in 1999 Smith and buddy Ben Affleck took to the Movie Awards stage to present the Golden Popcorn statue for Best New Filmmaker to “Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels” director Guy Ritchie. And, well, one thing led to another, and suddenly Smith and Affleck were making out on stage until Affleck broke the embrace and announced that Smith needed to work on his oral hygiene. A decade later, Kevin has…

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Diddy And Russell Brand Have Some Things To Tell 2009 MTV Movie Awards Host Andy Samberg

May 27, 2009

FROM MTV.COM: Since Dennis Miller emceed the inaugural MTV Movie Awards in 1992, “Saturday Night Live” has proven to be a fertile breeding ground for our awards-show hosts. “SNL” vets like Eddie Murphy, Jimmy Fallon and Mike Myers have since captained the Movie Awards, and this Sunday, May 31, at 9 p.m., Andy Samberg will assume hosting duties for the first time. With just days to go until the big night, two men who have themselves quarterbacked MTV awards shows — “Get Him to the Greek” co-stars Russell Brand and Sean “Diddy” Combs — dealt out some wise words for Samberg heading into Sunday’s action. Continue reading Diddy, Russell Brand Offer Andy Samberg Sage Advice For Movie Awards

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Mark Burnett Looks Into His Crystal Ball, Sees An ‘Edgy, Unpredictable’ 2009 MTV Movie Awards

May 27, 2009

FROM MTV.COM: Bless Mark Burnett. He does our jobs for us. Host Andy Samberg and performer Eminem top Burnett’s list of reasons to tune in to the 2009 MTV Movie Awards this Sunday at 9pm, which he promises will be an “edgy, unpredictable” event. Trailing not too far behind in the reality TV giant’s list of reasons to watch is the veritable smorgasbord of exclusive movie clips premiering at the show, from the likes of “New Moon,” “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” and “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.” Movie Trailers – Movies Blog Continue reading MTV Movie Awards Will Be ‘Edgy, Unpredictable,’ Mark Burnett Promises

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McG Talks ‘Terminator’ Sequel, Common’s Music, Timeline And More Fan Questions

May 27, 2009

Did “Terminator Salvation” thrill you, bore you or simply tick you off? No matter how you feel, you’ll definitely want to take a look at a feature we just took live over on the MTV Movies page, in which director McG answers some burning plot questions from you guys. And thanks to the power of the Movies Blog, here are four more questions McG was eager to sink his teeth into. Think of them as bonus features, minus the DVD: Q: In the earlier movies, Skynet is not aware of Kyle Reese. So, why are they aware of him now?…

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Jackson Rathbone To Play Death Metal Murderer In ‘Lords Of Chaos’

May 27, 2009

As you “Twilight”-ers know, Jackson Rathbone has already played around in the world of the undead. According to Blabbermouth.net , his newest role may have him exploring real life horror as Norwegian death metal singer Varg Vikernes in “Lords of Chaos.” Vikernes, a.k.a. Count Grishnackh, was a prominent member of the Norwegian death metal scene of the 1990s. He was the head of the one man musical project Burzum, until he was arrested and convicted for the murder of Øystein “Euronymous” Aarseth, guitarist and co-founder of the band Mayhem, for reasons that remain unclear. Vikernes was also found guilty of committing arson against several Norwegian churches, which he claimed he had destroyed because they had desecrated pagan burial grounds. He was sentenced to to 21 years in prison, of which he served 16 before being released in March of this year. “Chaos” will be directed by Japanese director Sion Sono in his …

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Joss Whedon Speaks Out On Today’s ‘Buffy’ News

May 26, 2009

Really folks. What would we do without Michael Ausiello? The dude pulls out some fantastic scoops on his Entertainment Weekly TV blog, The Ausiello Files . Take today. We all learned that another “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” movie is in the works, and that it will draw it’s primary inspiration from the original 1992 movie , the one starring Kristy Swanson. Not Joss Whedon’s much-loved TV series starring Sarah Michelle Gellar. It kinda sorta makes no sense, right? There are reasons of course. This latest “Buffy” initiative is being spearheaded by …

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‘Land Of The Lost’ Director Brad Silbering Hints At A Return To The World Of Lemony Snicket

May 26, 2009

Are you still patiently waiting for more Count Olaf? It’s been five years since the adaptation of “Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events” hit theaters, a reasonable enough amount of time to assume that a sequel probably isn’t going to happen. Of course, that doesn’t stop author Daniel Handler (aka “Lemony Snicket”) and adaptation director Brad Silberling from occasionally giving hope to fans. Silberling, whose new film “Land of the Lost” opens next week, recently had the following to say to CineFOOLS on the subject: “I actually think it’s going to see the light of day. [Handler and I] stay in constant touch about it, because I would love nothing more than to do that and we’ve been hoping to, so I think there will be a chance it may take a wildly different form, but I think it will probably happen.” Even “wildly different …

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