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Top Videogames of 2009: PS3

Written on December 31, 2009 – 10:28 pm | by Joseph |

PLAYSTAION 3 is still lacking a big library of exclusives, but it definitly had a solid year. Here are my picks for the PS3.   Uncharted 2: Among Thieves THIS GAME IS AWESOME. Go buy it? Yes.  And don’t hesitate. Really. This is one of the very best action adventure games in history. With the addition of  a very fun multiplayer no PS3 [...]

Harold Ramis Plans ‘Ghostbusters 3′ Shoot For Next Summer

Written on December 31, 2009 – 10:11 pm | by Seth Quillen |

After years of rumors going back before The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Ramis is finally bring Ghostbusters back to the screen. I’m excited to see who gets slimed next!!! Read the story at Heeb: HQ Related Stories:Another Step Closer To ‘Ghostbusters 3′Bill Murray Confirms Role In ‘Ghostbusters III’Ivan Reitman Confirms He WILL Direct ‘Ghostbusters [...]

Disney’s Marvel Purchase Complete

Written on December 31, 2009 – 7:27 pm | by Seth Quillen |

Disney completed its $4.24 billion acquisition of Marvel Entertainment Inc today. I fully support this. There are more than 5000 characters in the Marvel universe. I’m excited to see what heros and villians Disney puts on the screen. Related Stories:

Top Videogames of 2009: XBOX 360

Written on December 31, 2009 – 2:24 pm | by Joseph |

After an amazing two years for XBOX games, this was not exactly a banner year for XBOX 360, with several big titles being pushed to next year. However, cross-platform titles really shined on the system with a few great exclusices. These are my top  five games. Assassin’s Creed II The original was a good game, this is a great game. [...]

Now Sir Patrick Stewart

Written on December 31, 2009 – 1:13 pm | by Seth Quillen |

Another worthy man was made a knight today. And a personal favorite of mine. Sir Patrick Stewart. I would have knighted him for his performance in Extras alone. Watch here Related Stories:

I Present Sir Peter Jackson

Written on December 30, 2009 – 10:09 pm | by Seth Quillen |

Peter Jackson has been made a knight of the New Zealand realm. An honor I strongly agree with. He has probably done more for the Kiwis in the last century than any other man or woman. He has shown the world the beauty and majesty of the great island. Congrats Peter!!! Read the story. Related [...]

Kevin Smith’s “Cop Out” Of “Dicks” Movie Title

Written on December 30, 2009 – 9:54 pm | by Seth Quillen |

Kevin Smiths buddy cop comedy A Couple of Dicks starring Bruce Willis, Jason Lee and Seann William Scott (A great cast!) has received a name change. The new title Cop Out (trailer), seems to be a clever nod to the fact that he was pressured into changing the name. After Zack and Miri Make a Porno’s [...]

New Beavis and Butt-Head Movie On The Way?

Written on December 30, 2009 – 4:59 pm | by Seth Quillen |

Mike Judge spoke recently with Comcast.net about a new Beavis and Butt-Head movie. He said it wont really be a sequel. I never really got into Hank of the Hill, but Office Space is be far one of my favorite comedies. There has been a growing buzz for the slacker duo ever since they’re awesome intro for Extract. [...]

Michael Jackson’s Thriller is 1st Music Video in US Film Registry

Written on December 30, 2009 – 4:22 pm | by Seth Quillen |

It would be hard to find someone in the world unaware of Michael Jackson amazing music and otherwordly dance moves, but as far as films he never really took that leap. However with his 14 minute music video for Thriller he changed the way every video was made. So it’s great that he’s getting credit [...]

Pity Us Fools! Mr. T Will Not be In The A-Team Remake

Written on December 29, 2009 – 11:50 pm | by Seth Quillen |

In an exclusive over at Latino Review, Mr. T says that he is happy with his life giving back to the community, and turned down an offer to have a cameo in The A-Team Remake. Personally I think he looks great and could have played B.A. Baracus just as good as he did in the 80′s. Related [...]

New Trailer for Christopher Nolan’s Inception

Written on December 29, 2009 – 11:05 pm | by Seth Quillen |

Dark Knight mastermind Christopher Nolan directs Leonardo DiCaprio in Inception, a mind tripping sci-fi thriller also starring Ellen Page. The new trailer debuted today over at Apple. Related Stories:

Disney Digs for Marvel Superheroes

Written on December 29, 2009 – 9:54 pm | by Seth Quillen |

How deep will Disney go for its next superhero? The deal for Disney to purchase the Marvel universe is not finalized yet, but Disney is already going through the backlog of characters, looking for the next big thing. Recent movies like Iron Man and Ghost Rider have proven that you don’t have to stick with [...]

Star Trek Tops 2009 Pirated List

Written on December 29, 2009 – 6:24 pm | by Seth Quillen |

It’s rare that a studio does not want its films to top a “best of” list. But Star Trek did it anyway, coming in No. 1 for the most illegal downloads, almost breaking 11 million. Is it a surprise that Trekkies would have the set up for this? Top 5 Pirated movies of 2009 1. [...]

Is the Karate Kid remake just for kids?

Written on December 28, 2009 – 6:32 am | by Seth Quillen |

With reluctance I usually enjoy revamps. I don’t know why I resist, maybe I’m holding on to something from the past, a childhood experience? But truth is, remakes are generally more enjoyable than the original ala Oceans Eleven, Moulin Rouge and 1959’s Ben-Hur. An update is usually reworked to include more action a better story [...]

Avatar holds in second weekend

Written on December 28, 2009 – 6:10 am | by Seth Quillen |

Avatar may not break Titanic’s domestic BO record but it’s steam engines are on full blast.