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New Contraband TV Spot

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Rebecca Murray
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Universal’s kicking off 2012 with Contraband, an action film starring Mark Wahlberg, Giovanni Ribisi, and Kate Beckinsale. And in order to get you into action mode, the studio’s just released a new TV spot for the January 13, 2012 release. Check it out and see what you think.
 
TV Spot: ‘Skills’


 
The Plot:
 


Mark Wahlberg leads the cast of Contraband, a white-knuckle action-thriller about a man trying to stay out of a world he worked hard to leave behind and the family he’ll do anything to protect. Set in New Orleans, the film explores the cutthroat underground world of international smuggling—full of desperate criminals and corrupt officials, high-stakes and big payoffs—where loyalty rarely exists and death is one wrong turn away.
 
Chris Farraday (Wahlberg) long ago abandoned his life of crime, but after his brother-in-law, Andy (Caleb Landry Jones), botches a drug deal for his ruthless boss, Tim Briggs (Giovanni Ribisi), Chris is forced back into doing what he does best—running contraband—to settle Andy’s debt. Chris is a legendary smuggler and quickly assembles a crew with the help of his best friend, Sebastian (Ben Foster), to head to Panama and return with millions in counterfeit bills.
 
Things quickly fall apart and with only hours to reach the cash, Chris must use his rusty skills to successfully navigate a treacherous criminal network of brutal drug lords, cops and hit men before his wife, Kate (Kate Beckinsale), and sons become their target.

 

The Dictator – Trailer, Photos and Cast

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Rebecca Murray
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Sacha Baron Cohen in The Dictator
Sacha Baron Cohen in 'The Dictator' - © Paramount Pictures

Starring: Sacha Baron Cohen and Anna Faris [full cast list under the ‘Cast’ tab]
Directed By: Larry Charles
Release Date: May 11, 2012
Running Time: 83 minutes
Genre: Comedy
MPAA Rating: R for strong crude and sexual content, brief male nudity, language and some violent images

 
Official Synopsis: The Dictator is the story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed.
 
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Sir Ben Kingsley – ‘Tamir’
Jason Mantzoukas – ‘Nadal’
Megan Fox
John C Reilly
BJ Novak
Kevin Corrigan
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Rock of Ages – Photos, Trailer and Cast

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Rebecca Murray
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Tom Cruise in 'Rock of Ages'
Tom Cruise in 'Rock of Ages' - © New Line Cinema

Starring: Julianne Hough and Tom Cruise [full cast list under the ‘Cast’ tab]
Directed By: Adam Shankman
Release Date: June 1, 2012
Running Time: 125 minutes
Genres: Comedy, musical
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for sexual content, suggestive dancing, some heavy drinking, and language
News: Filming begins on Rock of Ages
News: Constantine Maroulis rocks on in Rock of Ages
Interview: Diego Boneta interview video
Review: Read the full review
 
Official Synopsis: Rock of Ages tells the story of small town girl Sherrie and city boy Drew, who meet on the Sunset Strip while pursuing their Hollywood dreams. Their rock ‘n’ roll romance is told through the heart-pounding hits of Def Leppard, Joan Jett, Journey, Foreigner, Bon Jovi, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Poison, Whitesnake and more.
 
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Tom Cruise – ‘Stacee Jaxx’
Julianne Hough – ‘Sherrie Christian’
Diego Boneta – ‘Drew Boley’
Alec Baldwin – ‘Dennis Dupree’
Malin Akerman – ‘Constance Sack’
Russell Brand – ‘Lonnie’
Catherine Zeta-Jones – ‘Patricia Whitmore’
Bryan Cranston – ‘Mike Whitmore’
Mary J Blige – ‘Justice’
Paul Giamatti – ‘Paul Gill’
Will Forte – ‘Mitch Miley’

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‘Mirror Mirror’ Preview: Cast, Plot, and Trailer

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Rebecca Murray
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Lily Collins in Mirror Mirror
Jordan Prentice, Joey Gnoffo , Sebastian Saraceno, Lily Collins, Martin Klebba, Mark Povinelli, Ronald Lee Clark and Danny Woodburn star in 'Mirror Mirror' - © 2011 Relativity Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Lily Collins channels her inner Disney princess and takes on the role of Snow White in director Tarsem Singh’s Mirror Mirror. And America’s sweetheart Julia Roberts sinks her teeth into the juicy role of the Evil Queen.

The Mirror Mirror cast also includes Armie Hammer as Prince Alcott, Sean Bean as The King, Nathan Lane as Brighton, Mare Winningham as Margaret, and Michael Lerner as The Baron.

The PG-rated fantasy opens in theaters on March 30, 2012.

Official Synopsis: An evil queen steals control of a kingdom and an exiled princess enlists the help of seven resourceful rebels to win back her birthright in a spirited adventure comedy filled with jealousy, romance, and betrayal that will capture the imagination of audiences the world over.

Visionary director Tarsem Singh (Immortals) rewrites fairy tale history as a wicked enchantress (Roberts) schemes and scrambles for control of a spirited orphan’s (Collins) throne and the attention of a charming prince (Armie Hammer). When Snow White’s beauty wins the heart of the prince that she desperately pursues, the Queen banishes her to the forest, where a ravening man-eating beast hungrily awaits.

Rescued by a band of diminutive highway robbers, Snow White grows into an indomitable young woman determined to take back her realm from the treacherous Queen. With the support of her subjects, she roars into action in an epic battle that blends spectacle, magic, and contemporary humor in Singh’s signature, jaw-dropping visual style.




Before You Exit January-February 2012 Tour Dates

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Rebecca Murray
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Before You Exit

Before You Exit and Allstar Weekend will be hitting the road in January and February 2012 for a tour around North America kicking off in Minneapolis and concluding in Chicago. The tour will also be supported by The After Party and Hollywood Ending, with ticket details available at www.BeforeYouExit.com.

Per the tour announcement: “Consisting of brothers Connor (Guitar/Vocals) & Riley McDonough (Vocals/Bass), along with Braiden Wood (Guitar) and Thomas Silvers (Drums), Before You Exit released their debut EP, Letting Go, in March 2011. After the release, the band has been gaining great buzz from touring in support of All Time Low and Rocket To The Moon, as well as recently headlining The Next Big Thing Tour. They are currently putting the last touches on their second EP, which is due for release in March 2012.”

Before You Exit 2012 Tour Info:

1/13 Varsity Theater Minneapolis, MN
1/14 The Beaumont Kansas City, MO
1/16 Summit Music Hall Denver, CO
1/17 The Complex Salt Lake City, UT
1/18 Knitting Factory Boise, ID
1/20 Vogue Theater Vancouver, BC
1/21 El Corazon Seattle, WA
1/22 Hawthorne Theatre Portland, OR
1/24 El Rey Theater Chico, CA
1/25 Ace of Spades Sacramento, CA
1/26 The Fillmore San Francisco, CA
1/27 House of Blues San Diego, CA
1/28 House of Blues Anaheim, CA
1/29 House of Blues W. Hollywood, CA
1/31 The Rock Tucson, AZ
2/1 Queen Creek P.A.C. Queen Creek, AZ
2/3 White Rabbit San Antonio, TX
2/4 House of Blues Dallas, TX
2/5 Bronze Peacock Houston, TX
2/6 The Parish at House of Blues New Orleans, LA
2/8 Revolution Ft. Lauderdale, FL
2/9 House of Blues Lake Buena Vista, FL
2/10 Masquerade Atlanta, GA
2/11 House of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC
2/12 The Fillmore Charlotte, NC
2/14 The Fillmore Silver Spring, MD
2/15 Altar Bar Pittsburgh, PA
2/16 Theater of Living Arts Philadelphia, PA
2/17 The Paramount Huntington, NY
2/18 House of Blues Boston, MA
2/19 St. George Theatre Staten Island, NY
2/21 Bergen P.A.C. Englewood, NJ
2/22 The Mod Club Toronto, ON
2/23 The Intersection Grand Rapids, MI
2/24 House of Blues Cleveland, OH
2/25 Egyptian Room Indianapolis, IN
2/26 House of Blues Chicago, IL

‘Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows’ is the December 2011 Box Office Leader

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Rebecca Murray
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Jude Law and Robert Downey Jr in 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows'
Jude Law and Robert Downey Jr in ‘Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows’

Warner Bros Pictures’ action comedy Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows has become the biggest box office earner of December 2011, according to the studio. Starring Robert Downey Jr as Sherlock Holmes and Jude Law as Dr. Watson, Sherlock Holmes #2 earned $90.56 million thru December 26th and leads the December domestic box office. And including Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows‘ international take, the second film featuring the super sleuth and directed by Guy Ritchie has rung up $136.26 worldwide.

Making the announcement, Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, stated, “Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law, together with director Guy Ritchie, have once again proven to be a winning combination for moviegoers, and we believe that the audience response and strong word of mouth will continue to carry Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows through the holidays and beyond. We congratulate everyone involved in the film on once again making this classic character irresistible to contemporary audiences.”

“The first Sherlock Holmes was a huge hit with international audiences, and we are extremely pleased with the way moviegoers have again embraced the new film. With many more markets yet to open, we are looking forward to a long and lucrative run for the film,” added Veronika Kwan-Rubinek, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

The Plot: Sherlock Holmes has always been the smartest man in the room…until now. There is a new criminal mastermind at large — Professor James Moriarty (Jared Harris) — and not only is he Holmes’ intellectual equal, but his capacity for evil, coupled with a complete lack of conscience, may give him an advantage over the renowned detective. Holmes’ investigation into Moriarty’s plot becomes more dangerous as it leads him and Watson out of London to France, Germany, and finally Switzerland.

But the cunning Moriarty is always one step ahead and moving perilously close to completing his sinister plan. If he succeeds, it will not only bring him immense wealth and power but alter the course of history.




‘The Hunger Games’ Soundtrack Details

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Rebecca Murray
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Jennifer Lawrence and Liam Hemsworth in 'The Hunger Games'
Jennifer Lawrence and Liam Hemsworth in 'The Hunger Games' - © Lionsgate Films

Lionsgate and Universal Republic Records announced the soundtrack to The Hunger Games, produced by T Bone Burnett, will contain all new songs based on “themes embodied in The Hunger Games.” The Hunger Games soundtrack will be released before the March 23, 2012 release of the first film based on Suzanne Collins’ bestselling trilogy.

Taylor Swift collaborated with Civil Wars and Burnett on the lead single “Safe and Sound” which is available on iTunes as of December 23, 2011. According to Lionsgate, following Swift’s tweet with info on its availability, the song went to “the top ten on iTunes overall songs chart and pop chart within twelve hours of its debut.” “Safe and Sound” was also the number-one song on iTunes on December 23rd.

Also featured on the upcoming The Hunger Games soundtrack are Win Butler and Regine Chassagne of Arcade Fire who wrote “Horn Of Plenty” for the soundtrack. The Decemberists also contribute the original song, “One Engine,” on The Hunger Games soundtrack.

Commenting on the soundtrack, Lionsgate’s co-COO and Motion Picture Group President Joe Drake stated, “We are thrilled to have such a hauntingly beautiful companion album taking shape- T Bone is working with these artists to create something truly incredible and unique that fits perfectly with the powerful themes of the books and the film.”

Added Universal Republic President and CEO Monte Lipman, “The Hunger Games is a groundbreaking series that is nothing short of brilliant. Universal Republic is delighted to forge a creative alliance with Lionsgate to participate in this franchise’s undeniable legacy.”

The Hunger Games Plot:

Every year, in the ruins of what was once North America, the nation of Panem forces each of its twelve districts to send a teenage boy and girl to compete in the Hunger Games. Part twisted entertainment, part government intimidation tactic, the Hunger Games are a nationally televised event in which “Tributes” must fight with one another until one survivor remains.

Pitted against highly-trained Tributes who have prepared for these Games their entire lives, Katniss is forced to rely upon her sharp instincts as well as the mentorship of drunken former victor Haymitch Abernathy. If she’s ever to return home to District 12, Katniss must make impossible choices in the arena that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.




‘The Lucky One’ Preview: Cast, Plot, and Trailer

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Rebecca Murray
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Taylor Schilling and Zac Efron in The Lucky One
Taylor Schilling and Zac Efron in 'The Lucky One' - Photo © Warner Bros Pictures
Starring: Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling [full cast list under the ‘Cast’ tab]

Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling lead the cast of the romantic drama The Lucky One. Directed by Scott Hicks, the Warner Bros Pictures release will open in theaters on April 20, 2012.

Zac Efron stars as U.S. Marine Sergeant Logan Thibault, Taylor Schilling is Beth, and Blythe Danner is Ellie. Jay R. Ferguson plays Keith, Riley Thomas Stewart is Ben, and Adam Lefevre plays Judge Clayton.

The Lucky One Plot: U.S. Marine Sergeant Logan Thibault (Zac Efron) returns from his third tour of duty in Iraq, with the one thing he credits with keeping him alive–a photograph he found of a woman he doesn’t even know. Learning her name is Beth (Taylor Schilling) and where she lives, he shows up at her door, and ends up taking a job at her family-run local kennel. Despite her initial mistrust and the complications in her life, a romance develops between them, giving Logan hope that Beth could be much more than his good luck charm.

First Photo: ‘Magic Mike’ Starring Channing Tatum

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Rebecca Murray
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ALEX PETTYFER as The Kid/Adam, MATTHEW McCONAUGHEY as Dallas, and CHANNING TATUM as Mike Martingano in Warner Bros. Pictures' dramatic comedy "Magic Mike"
(Middle) ALEX PETTYFER as The Kid/Adam, MATTHEW McCONAUGHEY as Dallas, and CHANNING TATUM as Mike Martingano in Warner Bros. Pictures' dramatic comedy "Magic Mike," a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo by Glen Wilson

Channing Tatum, Matthew McConaughey, Joe Manganiello, and Alex Pettyfer are featured in the first official photo from Magic Mike, directed by Steven Soderbergh. The Warner Bros Pictures release is headed to theaters on June 29, 2012 and is loosely based on Channing Tatum’s experiences as a stripper back before he got his big break in feature films.

The Plot:

Set in the world of male strippers, Magic Mike is directed by Steven Soderbergh and stars Channing Tatum (Dear John, Step Up) in a story inspired by his real life. The film follows Mike (Tatum) as he takes a young dancer called The Kid (Pettyfer) under his wing and schools him in the fine arts of partying, picking up women, and making easy money.

‘Project X’ Movie Preview: Trailer, Cast and Plot Details

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Rebecca Murray
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Thomas Mann and Miles Teller star in the R-rated comedy Project X. Directed by Nima Nourizadeh, the Warner Bros Pictures release will open in theaters on March 2, 2012.

Thomas Mann stars as Thomas, Miles Teller plays Miles, Jonathan Daniel Brown is JB, Oliver Cooper is Costa, and Kirby Bliss Blanton is Kirby. The cast also includes Alexis Knapp as Alexis, Dax Flame as Dax, Brady Hender as Everett, Nick Nervies as Tyler, Peter Mackenzie as Dad, and Caitlin Dulany as Mom.

Jonathan Daniel Brown, Oliver Cooper, and Thomas Mann in 'Project X'
Jonathan Daniel Brown, Oliver Cooper, and Thomas Mann in 'Project X' - © Warner Bros Pictures

The Plot: Project X follows three seemingly anonymous high school seniors as they attempt to finally make a name for themselves. Their idea is innocent enough: let’s throw a party that no one will forget… but nothing could prepare them for this party. Word spreads quickly as dreams are ruined, records are blemished and legends are born. Project X is a warning to parents and police everywhere.

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