Archive for June, 2008
A Movie on Your TV at Home, Before You Can Rent It
June 30th, 2008 by By TIM ARANGOSyndicated Reviews
In an industry first, Sony Pictures’ movie “Hancock†will be available after its theater run over the Internet, directly to Sony Bravia TVs with a Web connection.
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Media Talk: ‘Love Guru,’ Panned in U.S., Heads to India
June 29th, 2008 by By HEATHER TIMMONSSyndicated Reviews
News outlets in India are tracking complaints and protests related to the movie’s release in the United States, as well as the film’s poor performance and scathing reviews.
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In China, Jeers and Cheers for ‘Kung Fu Panda’
June 29th, 2008 by By DAVID BARBOZASyndicated Reviews
Sometimes it is important to take a political stand. And sometimes it is just fun to watch a cartoon panda trying to do kung fu.
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Read More » Arts, Briefly: Wim Wenders to Lead Venice Film Jury
June 29th, 2008 by Compiled by STEVEN McELROYSyndicated Reviews
Organizers of the 65th Venice International Film Festival have announced that the German director Wim Wenders will head this year’s jury, the BBC reported.
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Arts, Briefly: The Robot Rules
June 29th, 2008 by Compiled by STEVEN McELROYSyndicated Reviews
The animated feature “Wall-E†earned an estimated $23.1 million at the box office over the weekend, breaking a record for the most lucrative opening day for a G-rated film.
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