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It’s Sly vs De Niro in Grudge Match

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Sylvester Stallone, Alan Arkin, Kevin Hart, Robert De Niro and Jon Bernthal in 'Grudge Match' (Photo © 2013 WARNER BROS. ENTERTAINMENT INC.)
Grudge Match pits Rocky Balboa against Raging Bull…actually Sylvester Stallone against Robert De Niro…in a battle of aging boxers. Directed by Peter Segal (Get Smart), the cast also includes Jon Bernthal, Kevin Hart, Kim Basinger, and Alan Arkin.
 
Warner Bros is releasing Grudge Match on Christmas Day 2013.
 
The Plot:
 
Robert De Niro and Sylvester Stallone play Billy ‘The Kid’ McDonnen and Henry ‘Razor’ Sharp, two local Pittsburgh fighters whose fierce rivalry put them in the national spotlight. Each had scored a victory against the other during their heyday, but in 1983, on the eve of their decisive third match, Razor suddenly announced his retirement, refusing to explain why but effectively delivering a knock-out punch to both their careers. Thirty years later, boxing promoter Dante Slate Jr., seeing big dollar signs, makes them an offer they can’t refuse: to re-enter the ring and settle the score once and for all. But they may not have to wait that long: on their first encounter in decades, their long-festering feud erupts into an unintentionally hilarious melee that instantly goes viral. The sudden social media frenzy transforms their local grudge match into a must-see HBO event. Now, if they can just survive the training, they may actually live to fight again.
 
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First Look: Homefront Movie Trailer with Jason Statham and James Franco

In a battle between Jason Statham and James Franco, I’m going to put my money on Statham being the last man standing.
 
In the new Homefront trailer, it appears Statham not only has Franco attempting to ruin his life but a pack of townspeople who aren’t thrilled about his presence in their neighborhood. Coming to theaters on November 27, 2013, Homefront was directed by Gary Fleder and written by Sylvester Stallone.
 
The Plot:
 
Homefront is an action movie about a widowed ex-DEA agent who retires to a small town for the sake of his 10-year-old daughter. The only problem is he picked the wrong town.
 
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Music Spotlight: ‘The Voice’s Kris Thomas Sings “Balloons”

The Voice finalist Kris Thomas has debuted his first music video in support of his upcoming EP. The Memphis soul singer’s “Balloons” video was directed by Molly Secours and shows off Thomas’ gorgeous voice which won over The Voice coach Shakira as well as the show’s audience when he initially took to The Voice stage to taken on Whitney Houston’s “Saving All My Love for You.”

Commenting on his first single from the new album, Thomas said, “‘Balloons’ is a song all about the love and power of friendship. I’m so proud of this video. We put a lot of hard work, heart and soul into it and I feel it was a good choice considering it’s how I really feel about lots of people in my life.”

Carry Forward Awards Honor James Gandolfini

James Gandolfini Carry It Forward Award
Las year's Carry Forward Awards (Photo Courtesy of the Wounded Warriors Project)

In recognition of James Gandolfini‘s years of support, the Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) has named a Carry Forward Award in his honor. Per the official announcement, the “James Gandolfini Award recognizes his spirit, respect, and support for wounded service members by honoring an individual in the public eye who exemplifies the values of WWP just as he did.”

The recipient of this year’s award will be announced on October 10, 2013.

The Wounded Warriors Project says The Sopranos star was a “passionate advocate” of their organization. “We were deeply saddened at his unexpected passing in June, and take pride in honoring him as the namesake of our award to recognize outstanding character in service to warriors and families,” stated Steve Nardizzi, executive director of Wounded Warrior Project. “What better way to keep his spirit alive than remembering him each year through this award. For his support of those military men and women coming home, and for his immeasurable contributions to WWP behind the scenes, we will remain forever grateful.”

Gandolfini was so supportive of the men and women who served in the military that he executive produced two documentaries that allowed service members a chance to tell their stories.

For more info, visit carryforwardawards.org.

Details on the Wounded Warrior Project:

The mission of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. WWP’s purpose is to raise awareness and to enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members, to help injured servicemen and women aid and assist each other, and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs. WWP is a national, nonpartisan organization headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.

CBS Renews Big Brother for 2014

Julie Chen Hosts Big Brother
Julie Chen hosts 'Big Brother' (Photo by Monty Brinton © 2013 CBS Broadcasting Inc)

Big Brother will be returning to CBS for another summer as the network just confirmed the reality show has been renewed for season 16 set to air next summer. Season 15 will conclude with a special 90-minute edition on September 18 (after the premiere of Survivor) in which the three remaining houseguests will compete for the $500,000 prize.

The network has also renewed the companion series Big Brother: After Dark for a second season on TVGN.

Unlike other reality shows, Big Brother actually increased its viewership over the previous year. Big Brother season 15 has been averaging 7.29 million viewers and recently aired its 500th episode.

Britney Reveals Artwork for Her Upcoming Single

If you’re a Britney Spears fan, this will come as exciting news. For the rest of the world…not so much. Ms. Spears has revealed via Twitter the artwork for her upcoming single “Work B**ch” arriving on September 16, 2013 at 6pm ET on iHeartRadio followed by a release on iTunes a few hours later.
 
Spears also released the lengthy list of co-writers on the song via Instagram. Six, yes six, people are credited with writing the single which leads us to ask the question: Why did it take six people to write one song? Spears didn’t tweet or provide an answer to that question via Instagram. Along with Spears, the “Work B**ch” writers are Sebastian Ingrosso, William Adams (aka will.i.am), Otto Jettman, Anthony Preston, and Ruth-Anne Cunningham.
 
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First Look: ‘One Chance’ Movie Trailer

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James Corden stars in 'One Chance' (Photo by Liam Daniel © 2013 The Weinstein Company. All Rights Reserved.)

The Weinstein Company has unveiled the trailer for One Chance, based on the true story of Paul Potts’ rise to fame on Britain’s Got Talent. Starring James Corden (as Potts), Julie Walters, Mackenzie Crook, Colm Meaney, Jemima Rooper, and Alexandra Roach, One Chance was directed by The Devil Wears Prada helmer David Frankel.

The Plot:

One Chance is the remarkable and inspirational true story of Paul Potts, a shy, bullied shop assistant by day and an amateur opera singer by night. Paul became an instant YouTube phenomenon after being chosen by Simon Cowell for Britain’s Got Talent. Wowing audiences worldwide with his phenomenal voice, Paul went on to win ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ and the hearts of millions.

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Jimmy Fallon Presents His ‘Breaking Bad’ Parody: ‘Joking Bad’

Jimmy Fallon buys jokes on the street, leading to yellow jumpsuit-wearing illegal joke writing in Joking Bad – a Breaking Bad parody. Appearing in the Late Night with Jimmy Fallon sketch are Bob Odenkirk, Colin Quinn, The Roots, Steve Higgins, and A.D. Miles. Even Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston pop up as audience members who aren’t into Fallon’s performance.

Rob Thomas Announces 2014 Concerts to Benefit Animals in Need

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Rob Thomas (Photo Courtesy of Atlantic Records)

Matchbox Twenty’s Rob Thomas will be performing at Atlantic City’s Borgata Casino on January 17, 18, and 19, 2014 as a fundraiser for his non-profit organization Sidewalk Angels Foundation. Created by Rob and Marisol Thomas, part of the mission of the Sidewalk Angels Foundation is to support no-kill animal shelters and animal rescue organizations.

The 2014 Atlantic City concerts will mark the third year in a row the Grammy winner has performed at the venue. The concerts take place in a smaller, more intimate setting and allow fans a chance to hear Thomas perform songs spanning his entire career. Tickets are now on sale to fan club and become available to the general public on September 13 at 10am ET.

For ticket information, visit robthomasmusic.com.

More on the Sidewalk Angels Foundation:

The Sidewalk Angels Foundation, established by Rob and Marisol Thomas, is a New York-based not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing critically needed funds and support to grassroots groups across the country. It is the primary supporter and sponsor of a number of no-kill animal shelters and animal rescues, reflecting the passion of the foundation’s co-founders to fight for the rights and fair treatment of those with no voice. Additionally, the foundation also supports a myriad of other causes, from childhood health and wellness to the fight against homelessness.

The Sidewalk Angels Foundation functions like an umbrella organization that provides funds and resources to smaller local and regional entities that are doing vital work. The world can move so fast that those in need are often passed by. From animals that have been abandoned and abused to those who are destitute, homeless, or cannot afford proper medical — these are universal problems that Sidewalk Angels Foundation, through its efforts encourages people to address locally.




‘Romeo & Juliet’ Joins the High School Film Festival Lineup

Romeo and Juliet Movie Photo

Sorry to admit this but I’ve never heard of the All-American High School Film Festival. It’s apparently a new festival created by filmmaker Andrew Jenks (World of Jenks) and is designed as an outlet for high school students to show off their talent via short films. And while it’s in its inaugural year, the festival’s attracted big names to serve as judges, including Diablo Cody (Juno), Dylan McDermott (Hostages), Morgan Spurlock (One Direction: This Is Us), Edward Burns (Saving Private Ryan), Kristen Stewart (The Twilight Saga), Henry Winkler (Arrested Development), Danny Rose (Scrubs) and Carlton Cuse (Lost).

Jenks and the festival have just announced the festival’s opening film will be the new Romeo & Juliet adaptation by writer Julian Fellowes (Downton Abbey) and director Carlo Carlei. The cast is led by Douglas Booth and Hailee Steinfeld and includes Damian Lewis, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Ed Westwick, Stellan Skarsgard, and Paul Giamatti.

The All-American High School Film Festival will be held at the AMC Empire in New York and will run October 4-6, 2013. Commenting on the festival, Jenks said, “I had no idea that High School students were capable of such amazing work. Simply put: these films blew me away! The future of filmmaking is bright. I am thrilled that the festival will connect talented students with valuable resources.”

For more info on the festival, visit hsfilmfest.com.

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