Alan Rickman in ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2’
Harry Potter fans may despise Alan Rickman’s character, Severus Snape, but most have admired the way he’s played the character in the blockbuster film series. And in this interview video provided by Warner Bros Pictures in support of the final Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, Rickman discusses getting into the character using J.K. Rowling’s description of Snape.
Rickman also talks about Snape’s agenda, his one set of clothes, being a part of the Harry Potter franchise, watching the young actors group up, and working with Maggie Smith and Michael Gambon:
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Conan the Barbarian star Jason Momoa answers questions from fans and UK bloggers about the rebirth of the film franchise set for August 19, 2011. Momoa explains what reference material was used as fodder for the script, his own love for Conan stories, Marcus Nispel’s vision for the film, the appeal of the project, and the three words that would best describe Conan.
The Plot: The most legendary Barbarian of all time is back this Summer. Having thrived and evolved for eight consecutive decades in the public imagination- in prose and graphics, on the big screen and small, in games and properties of all kinds- Conan’s exploits in the Hyborian Age now come alive like never before in a colossal 3D action-adventure film.
A quest that begins as a personal vendetta for the fierce Cimmerian warrior soon turns into an epic battle against hulking rivals, horrific monsters, and impossible odds, as Conan realizes he is the only hope of saving the great nations of Hyboria from an encroaching reign of supernatural evil.
Gleeks who didn’t get the chance to catch the Glee cast in concert on their summer 2011 tour can experience the performances in a 3D film. The PG-rated musical was directed by Kevin Tancharoen and will be released in theaters on August 12, 2011.
Official Synopsis:Glee: The 3D Concert Movie is a new way to see all your favorite characters — including Rachel (played by Lea Michele), Finn (Cory Monteith), Mercedes (Amber Riley), Kurt (Chris Colfer), Artie (Kevin McHale), and Sue Sylvester (Jane Lynch) – as never before, with their spectacular musical performances, captured in 3D, interwoven with intimate behind-the-scenes revelations that are a story unto themselves.
Disney heads to Mars for the sci-fi adventure film John Carter based on the classic novel A Princess of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs. The film stars Taylor Kitsch and Lynn Collins, and in the trailer we see a glimpse of the action they undertake in this much-anticipated 2012 release.
The story: John Carter is a sweeping action-adventure set on the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom (Mars). John Carter is based on a classic novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, whose highly imaginative adventures served as inspiration for many filmmakers, both past and present. The film tells the story of war-weary, former military captain John Carter (Taylor Kitsch), who is inexplicably transported to Mars where he becomes reluctantly embroiled in a conflict of epic proportions amongst the inhabitants of the planet, including Tars Tarkas (Willem Dafoe) and the captivating Princess Dejah Thoris (Lynn Collins).
In a world on the brink of collapse, Carter rediscovers his humanity when he realizes that the survival of Barsoom and its people rests in his hands.
Cobra Starship’s new album Night Shades is set for release on August 30, 2011. The group’s first single, “You Make Me Feel…,” has already entered the top 30 at CHR/Top 40 radio outlets. “You Make Me Feel” also debuted at #1 on New Zealand’s single charts, according to Decaydance/Fueled By Ramen.
Fans can now join in on the excitement at the Cobra Starship Photobooth where users can turn on their webcams to find out their true “feelings” just like in the “You Make Me Feel…” video. Cobra Starship is encouraging their fans to post their best photobooth shots on the band’s official Facebook wall — an array of prizes, including signed photos, merchandise, and phone calls from the band members themselves, will be awarded to the favorite entries.
One randomly selected user will receive the actual smashed sunglasses worn by frontman Gabe Saporta in the “You Make Me Feel…” video and featured on the cover of Night Shades.
In addition, fans can pre-order Night Shades in a variety of packages beginning July 20th. The premium bundle, limited to 300 only, will include the album, a t-shirt, as well as a hoodie and sunglasses available exclusively to this package. All pre-orders will receive an instant download of Cobra Starship’s new single, “You Make Me Feel… (Feat. Sabi).”
The first 500 fans pre-ordering Night Shades will receive an autographed copy of one of the Cobra Starship band members’ photos featured in the “You Make Me Feel…” video, with five randomly selected orders receiving the complete set of all five band members’ photos.
The album – the band’s fourth, and first since 2009’s top 5 breakthrough, Hot Mess – sees the dance-punk superstars teaming up with a wide range of collaborators, including Ryan Tedder (OneRepublic, Beyoncé, Adele), Stargate (Katy Perry, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez), Jump Into The Gospel, and The Plasticines.
Cobra Starship will celebrate the release of Night Shades as one of the headline acts appearing at Fueled By Ramen’s upcoming 15th-anniversary concert series at New York’s Terminal 5. Cobra Starship will top the bill on the final night of the event, slated for September 9th.
Since emerging in 2006 with their acclaimed debut album, While the City Sleeps, We Rule the Streets, Cobra Starship has earned both critical applause and a fervent fan following for their eclectic blend of pop hooks, punk energy, and dancefloor creativity. The New York-based band’s third album, Hot Mess, entered the Billboard 200 at #4 upon its August 2009 release, marking their highest chart ranking to date. Among the album’s many highlights is the Top 5 CHR/Pop hit, “Good Girls Go Bad (Feat. Leighton Meester),” which is currently nearing double platinum certification by the RIAA for sales in excess of 2 million.
Cobra Starship has toured nearly non-stop since their arrival. In addition to countless headline dates, the band has shared multi-artist bills with such like-minded outfits as 3OH!3, headlined Vans Warped Tour, and lit up festival stages all over the world. The band has also made a wide range of high-profile TV appearances, including ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live!, NBC’s Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and innumerable MTV events and programs.
Night Shades Track List
1. You Belong To Me
2. You Make Me Feel . . . (Feat. Sabi)
3. #1Nite (Feat. Ryan Tedder)
4. Fool Like Me (Feat. The Plasticines)
5. Anything For Love
6. Middle Finger
7. Don’t Blame The World, It’s The DJ’s Fault
8. Fucked In Love
9. Disaster Boy
10. Schwick (Feat. Jump Into The Gospel)
John Barrowman, Mekhi Phifer, and Eve Myles in ‘Torchwood: Miracle Day’
John Barrowman, Eve Myles, and Mekhi Phifer lead the cast of Torchwood: Miracle Day premiering on July 8, 2011 on Starz.
John Barrowman stars as Captain Jack Harkness, Eve Myles as Gwen Cooper, Mekhi Phifer as Rex Matheson, Alexa Havins as Esther Drummond, and Bill Pullman as Oswald Danes. Kai Owen plays Rhys Williams, Lauren Ambrose is Jilly Kitzinger, and Arlene Tur is Dr Vera Juarez.
The Synopsis: One day, nobody dies. All across the world, nobody dies. And then the next day, and the next, and the next, people keep aging — they get hurt and sick — but they never die. The result: a population boom, overnight.
With all the extra people, resources are finite. It’s said that in four months’ time, the human race will cease to be viable. But this can’t be a natural event – someone’s got to be behind it. It’s a race against time as C.I.A. agent Rex Matheson investigates a global conspiracy. The answers lie within an old, secret British institute. As Rex keeps asking “What is Torchwood?” he’s drawn into a world of adventure, and a threat to change what it means to be human, forever.
Paramount Pictures and Martin Scorsese are hoping that by the time Thanksgiving 2011 rolls around audiences won’t be completely over and done with 3D. Scorsese tackles his first film in that format with the family adventure Hugo, based on the book The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick. Starring Jude Law, Chloe Moretz, Sacha Baron Cohen, and Asa Butterfield as Hugo, the 3D tale hits theaters on November 23, 2011.
The Plot: Welcome to a magical world of spectacular adventure! When wily and resourceful Hugo discovers a secret left by his father, he unlocks a mystery and embarks on a quest that will transform those around him and lead to a safe and loving place he can call home.
Spartacus: Blood and Sand spawns a prequel starring Dustin Clare as Gannicus. Spartacus: Gods of the Arena will premiere on Starz on January 21, 2011.
The action thriller also stars John Hannah as Batiatus, Manu Bennett as Crixus, Peter Mensah as Oenomaus, Lucy Lawless as Lucretia, and Nick Tarabay as Ashur. Lesley-Ann Brandt plays Naevia and Antonio Te Maioha is Barca.
Official Synopsis: The House of Batiatus is on the rise, basking in the glow of its infamous champion Gannicus, whose skill with a sword is matched only by his thirst for wine and women. These are the times a young Batiatus has been waiting for. Poised to overthrow his father and take control; he’ll freely betray anyone to ensure his gladiators are in the highest demand. And he’ll have his loyal and calculating wife Lucretia by his side for every underhanded scheme, drawing on the brazen talents of her seductive friend Gaia when it counts.
Together, they will stop at nothing to deceive the masses, seize power, and bleed Capua dry.
Warner Bros Pictures has released the first trailer for Steven Soderbergh’s Contagion, and it’s pretty freaky. Soderbergh, with the help of a big-name cast including Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law, and Kate Winslet, explores what would happen if a lethal airborne virus was unleashed on the population.
Take a look at the first trailer to see who/what’s to blame for the spread of the virus:
The Plot:
Contagion follows the rapid progress of a lethal airborne virus that kills within days. As the fast-moving epidemic grows, the worldwide medical community races to find a cure and control the panic that spreads faster than the virus itself. At the same time, ordinary people struggle to survive in a society coming apart.
After reports surfaced that she’d backed out of her date to attend the Marine Corps Ball in November with Sgt. Scott Moore, Mila Kunis took a lot of heat over canceling out. But apparently, those reports that she was going to be too busy working on films in November to accompany Sgt. Moore to the Ball were false.
Mila Kunis took the opportunity to clear up the issue during a press conference in support of Friends with Benefits. Asked about the date, Kunis told reporters not to believe Billy Bush and that he made up the story.
