CHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com audio review for the streaming series “Emily in Paris” the adventures of Emily Cooper and her fanciful/fashionable Paris friends and lovers, now in its fourth season. Episodes 1-5 currently on Netflix.
November 2007
Scene Spoiler: Reader Submits Full ‘Eagle Eye’ Report For Nov. 15 Filming in Chicago
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 16, 2007 - 3:21pm As we’ve been reporting here, “Eagle Eye” – a DreamWorks picture staring Shia LaBeouf, Michelle Monaghan, Rosario Dawson and Billy Bob Thornton – has been filming at various locations across Chicago over the past two weeks.
Seth Rogen to Play Lead in ‘Zack & Miri Make a Porno’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 16, 2007 - 11:35am I just received official word from the Weinstein Company and Dimension Films that Seth Rogen (“Knocked Up,” “Superbad”) will play the lead in “Zack & Miri Make a Porno” from writer/director Kevin Smith and producer Scott Mosier.
‘I Am Legend’ Unveils Viral Site I-Am-Immune.com
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 16, 2007 - 10:57am The power of the talking mouth is the best and cheapest form of PR there is. Films are increasingly cashing in on the viral wave using Web sites to spur conversation and create an evocative attachment.
‘Beowulf’ in IMAX 3D Affords Break For Big Actors to Improve Even Themselves
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 15, 2007 - 1:14pmCHICAGO – It’s all the rave today to exhume an epic from long, long ago and bring it back on the monster screen bigger, better and with more grandeur than ever fathomable before.
Following Wrap in Hong Kong, ‘The Dark Knight’ Begins Post-Production Work
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 15, 2007 - 9:57am Now that Hong Kong filming is a wrap for “The Dark Knight,” post-production work has officially begun, according to a very informative article in Screen Magazine that names the players involved.
DreamWorks Sets Milestone, Inks Four-Picture Deal With IMAX 3D
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 14, 2007 - 11:39pm The man means business. On July 12, 2007, I published an interview with IMAX Filmed President Greg Foster in Time Out Chicago where he promised “the vast majority will be in 3D” down the road.
‘The Mist’ Interview Transcript With Frank Darabont, Marcia Gay Harden, Thomas Jane, Chris Owen
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 14, 2007 - 12:49pm On Nov. 6, I joined a conference call on “The Mist” with director Frank Darabont (“The Green Mile,” “The Shawshank Redemption”), Marcia Gay Harden (“Rails & Ties”), Thomas Jane (“The Punisher”) and Chris Owen (“American Pie”).
On ‘The Mist’: The Best Stephen King Quote Ever?
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 13, 2007 - 4:52pm In what could be the best Stephen King quote ever, I heard word Tuesday morning that he said the following at a press conference on Monday about “The Mist,” which is based on his novella:
Free Advance-Screening Passes For ‘August Rush,’ ‘Beowulf,’ ‘Love in the Time of Cholera’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 13, 2007 - 12:33pm Free advance-screening movie passes. No catch. Just click the link and RSVP for a pass in your city. These are courtesy of FilmMetro.com. “August Rush” has especially wide availability across the U.S.
News You Need: Aronofsky and Rourke to ‘Wrestle,’ ‘Star Trek’ Explained, Verhoeven to Direct Remake Sequel
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 12, 2007 - 2:13am Harley Davidson in a Wrestling Picture: Mickey Rourke is set to play Randy “The Ram” Robinson in Darren Aronofsky’s “The Wrestler,” Variety reports.
Top 10 RorysDeathKiss.com Joker Photos For ‘The Dark Knight’ Viral Marketing
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 12, 2007 - 12:15am The photos are flooding in for “The Dark Knight” viral marketing campaign as directed by RorysDeathKiss.com, which lit up on Oct. 31.
Theater: Joyce Piven’s ‘What Dreams May Come’ a Mitzvah Lost in Adaptation
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 11, 2007 - 5:52pmCHICAGO – Before you’re served this meal, you’re treated to a backstory of four integral ingredients that are three parts encouragement and one part concern.
Debut Film ‘Killer Bean Forever’ Coming From ‘The Matrix Reloaded’ Animator Jeff Lew
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 11, 2007 - 2:25am Jeff Lew, the lead animator for “The Matrix Reloaded” and an animator for “X-Men,” is taking special effects into his own hands in his feature-length directorial debut of “Killer Bean Forever”.
Confirmed List, Dates of Every Film Scheduled to Open Now Through End of 2007
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 10, 2007 - 2:05pm Here is a helpful list of every film scheduled to open between now and the end of 2007 with Web site links. The dates are confirmed from our Chicago Film Critics Association publicists and current as of this moment.
Morgan Spurlock From ‘Super Size Me’ Asks ‘What Would Jesus Buy?’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 10, 2007 - 1:05pm Morgan Spurlock, who you’ll remember from gaining 25 pounds eating nothing but McDonald’s in the game-changing documentary “Super Size Me,” is back as the producer of “What Would Jesus Buy?”.
Spy Photos Surface From ‘The Dark Knight’ Filming in Hong Kong
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 10, 2007 - 11:54am As we know, “The Dark Knight” has moved its filming crew from Chicago to the hectic Hong Kong. On Friday afternoon, Ain’t It Cool News released a montage of grainy yet sufficient photos to capture the scene chaos.
Scoop: Stacy Keach From ‘American History X,’ ‘Prison Break’ Joins ‘Chicago Overcoat’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 9, 2007 - 1:06pm I just received a detail-packed casting update about “Chicago Overcoat,” which has been and continues to film in Chicago. This information comes from casting director Chris Charles.
Robert Redford to Walk ‘Green Carpet’ Tonight in Chicago For ‘Lions For Lambs’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 8, 2007 - 2:28pm I just learned moments ago that Robert Redford will be in Chicago tonight at AMC River East 21 to walk an environmental “green carpet” to promote “Lions For Lambs”. The event is a private benefit.
News You Need: Mackie in ‘Eagle Eye,’ ‘Star Trek’ Beams in New Captain, Strike Pauses ‘24’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 8, 2007 - 3:08am We! Are! Terrorist Cell!: We already told you about Billy Bob Thorton being cast in “Eagle Eye,” which is shooting now in Chicago and is directed by D.J. Caruso.
Chicago-Native ‘Juno’ Writer Diablo Cody Takes Stand on WGA Strike
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 7, 2007 - 9:37pmSpoiler: Latino Review Reveals Joker Introduction in ‘The Dark Knight’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 7, 2007 - 12:18pm Latino Review’s Kellvin Chavez posted a brief report on Nov. 6 revealing new plot details about the introduction of Heath Ledger as the Joker in “The Dark Knight”. If you don’t want to know, don’t read below.
Trailer For Oscar Hopeful ‘The Great Debaters’ Goes Online
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 6, 2007 - 3:40pm The trailer for the Denzel Washington-directed film “The Great Debaters” just went online at Yahoo! Movies.
Confirmed: ‘Eagle Eye’ Filming in Chicago From Nov. 6 to 16
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 6, 2007 - 1:52pm Since actor Shia LaBeouf popped up on the Chicago grid this weekend and was arrested following an incident at a Walgreens on the Magnificent Mile, we questioned which film he was in town to film.
Jack Nicholson Talks to MTV About Possible Third ‘Chinatown’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 5, 2007 - 5:30pm In an interview with MTV News, Josh Horowitz talks to Jack Nicholson about the new DVD releases of his directed films and the heretofore unheard-of plot details for a prospective third “Chinatown”.
‘Transformers’ Star Shia LaBeouf Arrested in Chicago, Charged With Criminal Trespassing
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 5, 2007 - 1:39pm When “Transformers” star Shia LaBeouf was in Chicago this weekend, his trip went awry and he spent some time with Chicago police.
International ‘Iron Man’ Teaser Surfaces at YouTube
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 5, 2007 - 1:11pm The new, international “Iron Man” teaser is now online at YouTube. The 59-second spot showcases a little more Gwenyth Paltrow. She at least gets one line.
News You Need: WGA Says Pencils Down, ‘Nailed’ Being Fashioned, Stallone’s Comeback
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 5, 2007 - 3:25amCHICAGO – Pencils Down: The Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike went official at 12:01 a.m. EST on Monday.
‘Wristcutters: A Love Story’ Inventively Imparts Life’s Story After Death
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 2, 2007 - 6:15pmCHICAGO – The vision of life after death varies between the religious and the non-religious, the optimists and the pessimists and the believers and non-believers. There are few after-life stories, though, as unique and humorous as the one in “Wristcutters: A Love Story”.
Rory’s Death Kiss Reveals Submission Page, Nov. 17 Deadline For ‘The Dark Knight’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 2, 2007 - 10:44am Prompted by “The Dark Knight” viral marketing wizards, the mass organization and real-life clown mayhem has officially begun.
Vince Vaughn to Walk Chicago Red Carpet on Nov. 5 For ‘Fred Claus’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 1, 2007 - 5:57pm I have just learned that Vince Vaughn is confirmed to walk a Chicago red carpet on Nov. 5 for “Fred Claus”. Red-carpet arrivals start at 5 p.m. that day on the second floor of AMC River East 21 at 322 E. Illinois St.