Mike Sampson
James Franco to Direct a Film on the Life of Lindsay Lohan?
Oh, James Franco… The actor who has made a career out of being unpredictable has done it again. Franco will direct an untitled film that will chart the very different lives of himself and Lindsay Lohan. Yes, we know. WTF. Read on for the best explanation we can offer…
‘Spy Kids’ Star Alexa Vega All Grown Up in ‘Machete Kills’
Alexa Vega was 12 years old when she starred in the 2000 film ‘Spy Kids.’ Next year she’ll reunite with her ‘Spy Kids’ director Robert Rodriguez on ‘Machete Kills‘ and she’s, uh, a long way from that little 12-year-old girl.
In Memorium: Remembering the Victims of the ‘Dark Knight Rises’ Shooting
We had planning on starting fresh this week; moving on from the Colorado movie theater tragedy and returning to coverage of movies and television. But one more thing before we proceed. Let’s take a moment to meet the victims and remember all who died far too soon.
Watch President Obama’s Speech on the ‘Dark Knight Rises’ Shooting
President Barack Obama was scheduled to speak this morning at a campaign stop in Fort Myers, Florida. Instead of speaking about his upcoming re-election campaign, he instead delivered a speech on the ‘Dark Knight Rises’ shooting in Aurora, Colorado.
‘Dark Knight Rises’ Screenings to Feature Extra Security After Tragic Shooting
After the ‘Dark Knight Rises’ shooting that left 12 people dead and another 50 injured, theaters across the country are addressing security concerns as sold-out crowds return to theaters for the weekend.
Christopher Nolan Defends Fans Who Threatened ‘Dark Knight Rises’ Critics
Earlier this week, ‘Dark Knight Rises‘ fans took a few critics to task for their negative reviews and by that we mean “issued death treats.” Threats of violence against a movie critic for a negative review is a little extreme, but when director Christopher Nolan was asked his opinion at the ‘Dark Knight Rises’ London premiere, he didn’t condemn that Batfans, he actually defended them.
Marvel’s Next Big Superhero Movie Will Be…
If you’ve been paying attention to the Marvel Universe lately, this news shouldn’t surprise you but today we have word on what will be the next new (read: non-sequel) superhero movie from Marvel Studios. Hint: it’s not ‘Black Panther’ or ‘Ant-Man’…
Ray Bradbury Dead at 91
Ray Bradbury, the legendary sci-fi author behind ‘Fahrenheit 451′ and host of the TV series ‘The Ray Bradbury Theater’ died this morning in Los Angeles at the age of 91.
Alison Brie Nude at College; In a Related Story, College is Awesome
For all you high school seniors about to head off to college after this summer, you may be nervous about the new experience or sad that you’re leaving your hometown friends behind, but let me tell you this: college is awesome. You will have a lot of fun. And if you’re anything like the students at The California Institute of the Arts, you’ll get to see ‘Community‘ star Alison Brie walk around nake
Watch as Conan Visits Letterman, Leno Bashing Ensues
Last night, Conan O’Brien visited ‘The Late Show With David Letterman’ – his first appearance on that show in over 13 years and his first late-night appearance since being fired as host of ‘The Tonight Show.’ Naturally with their combined dislike of Jay Leno, you could see where the interview would be going…
‘Hunger Games’ TV Spot Features Action, Plot Hints and Taylor Swift
Every year it seems like the summer movie season starts earlier and earlier. You can argue that last year it started in April with the release of ‘Fast Five.’ This year, you can argue that it starts in March with the release of ‘The Hunger Games.’
Tim Burton’s ‘Frankenweenie’ Trailer Rises From The Grave
In 1984, a young Disney animator named Tim Burton directed his live-action debut, the short film ‘Frankenweenie.’ Disney planned for the short to run before a theatrical re-release of ‘Pinocchio,’ but once they screened the completed project, they fired Burton on the spot.
Burton, of course, went on to a somewhat legendary career as a filmmaker and in 2010 made Disney over $1 billion on ‘Alice in