Snowtown

SNOWTOWN is an upcoming Australian film about Australia's most notorious serial killer JOHN BUNTING, responsible for the killing of 11 people in South Australia, referred to as the Snowtown Murders.

The film centers around Jamie, a 16 year old living with his two younger brothers and mother in Northern Adelaide, he longs for an escape from the hopelessness and violence that surrounds him and his prayers are answered when John enters his life. John spends more and more time with Jamie's family, they begin to experience a stability and sense of family that they have never known.

Jamie is so fond of John he begins to pick up and take on some of his traits and beliefs and spends a lot of time with him and his select group of friends. Protection & guidance that John presents to Jamie is initially welcomed however as event occurs and people disappear, Jamie begins to suspect new things about John and his motivations.

When Jamie finally discovers the truth, his hopes for happiness are threatened by both his loyalty for, and fear of, his father figure John Bunting, Australia's most notorious serial killer.

The film is due for release May 19th 2011, the trailer and website is below.



http://www.snowtownthemovie.com

Let There Be Rock. GoMA Cinémathèque

All info courtesy of The Queensland Gallery of Modern Art. The following is a media release

‘In addition to the films themselves, the Friday night screenings will be complemented by local musicians responding to the music represented on screen with very special short live performances, included as part of the ticket price,’ he said.

‘Ben Salter (The Gin Club), Matt Somers (I Heart Hiroshima), Seja Vogel, Tim Steward and Kate Jacobsen (Texas Tea) will provide their own unique takes on Joy Division, The Rolling Stones, Arcade Fire, The White Stripes and The Doors.

‘In a special final event on June 3, Quan Yeomans (Regurgitator) will take on the music of Prince prior to a screening of Purple Rain 1984.’

Mr Ellwood said the film program would feature intimate portraits of bands and musicians, showcasing their magnetic stage presence and musical talents, as well as the fans, collaborators and locations that surround them.

‘Wild experiments with rock operas and musicals illustrate the blending of rock music and cinema into a unique film genre. Concert films and live recordings capture bands in full flight and the transformation of stage performances into visceral experiences.

‘Iconic music events caught on film also chronicle rare pieces of music history and their ensuing influence on new generations of music fans.

‘Documentaries on some of the central events in rock mythology – Woodstock 1970, Wattstax 1973 and the Rolling Stones’ Altamont Free Concert depicted in Gimme Shelter 1970 – are featured alongside recent exposés of the pressures of the music industry, such as Metallica: Some Kind of Monster 2004.

‘The role of women in rock is showcased with Patti Smith: Dream of Life 2008, chronicling the artist’s incarnations as poet, painter, writer and musician and Radical Act 1995, a documentary on the feminist punk movement in the United States.

‘Modern rock of all persuasions is included with films on the music of The White Stripes, Animal Collective and Sigur Ros.

Mr Ellwood said Australian artists would be represented by films on Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Dirty Three and Brisbane’s own SixFtHick, who will take part in a Q&A session following a screening of SixFtHick:

Notes from the Underground 2010 on Saturday May 21 at 2pm.

A major program exploring all facets of rock music on film will screen at the Gallery of Modern Art’s Australian Cinémathèque from April 29 to June 5, 2011.

Queensland Art Gallery Director Tony Ellwood said tickets are on sale now for ‘Let There Be Rock’, a program of more than 45 documentaries, concert movies and feature films capturing the rebellious spirit of rock music.

‘From Elvis Presley in Jailhouse Rock 1957 and The Beatles in A Hard Day’s Night 1964 to Jimmy Page, The Edge and Jack White in It Might Get Loud 2009 and Animal Collective’s visual album ODDSAC 2009, ‘Let There Be Rock’ surveys over 50 years of music on the big screen,’ Mr Ellwood said.

‘Additionally, there will be an exclusive free 20 minute preview of the forthcoming major documentary on AC/DC fandom, Beyond the Thunder on Sunday June 5 at 1pm.

‘Also screening are classic musicals Jesus Christ Superstar 1973, The Rocky Horror Picture Show 1975 and Hair 1979, as well as seminal rock-mockumentary, This is Spinal Tap 1984.’

The weekly Friday Night Sessions will feature local musicians performing short sets inspired by the music of the screening films, commencing on April 29 with Ben Salter’s interpretation of music by Joy Division prior to a screening of the biopic Control 2007. Check the website for more details.

For more information please visit www.qag.qld.gov.au/cinematheque
Tickets available from www.qtix.com.au or at the box office prior to screenings (subject to
availability).

Adults $9 / 5-film pass $36
Concession: $7 / 5-film pass $28
Members $6 / 5-film pass $24
ENDS
MEDIA INQUIRIES
Amelia Gundelach, Senior Media Officer
Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art
tel: 61 (0) 7 3840 7162
61 (0) 404 994 985
e: amelia.gundelach@qag.qld.gov.au

The Greatest Movie Ever Sold

Morgan Spurlock has developed such classic documentaries. He was put on the map with his film attacking the fast food chain Mcdonalds in SUPERSIZE ME, he went on a quest to find the most wanted man in the world in WHERE IN THE WORLD IS OSAMA BIN LADEN? Now he has his eyes on the world of advertising.

THE GREATEST MOVIE EVER SOLD is a documentary film about product placement, marketing and advertising which was reportedly itself financed through product placement. The trailer is below. Sure to be another interesting film from Spurlock.



Spurlock being interviewed about the film

Crazy Stupid Love

CRAZY STUPID LOVE is an ucpoming comedy film starring Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Marisa Tomei & Kevin Bacon. The synopsis & trailer are below. The film is due out July 29th.

"Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is living the dream - he's got a good job, nice house, and great kids. Cal gets the surprise of his life when he learns his wife Emily (Julianne Moore) wants a divorce. His "perfect" life quickly unravels. In today's single world, Cal, who hasn't dated in decades, stands out as Mr. Unsmooth. Spending his free evenings sulking at a local bar, Cal is taken on as a "wingman" to handsome thirty-something player Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling). In an effort to help Cal start living his life again, Jacob opens Cal's eyes to the many options before him: flirty women, manly drinks and a sense of style. They aren't the only ones looking for love in what might be all the wrong places: Cal's 13-year-old son is crazy about his 17-year-old babysitter, Jessica (Analeigh Tipton) who harbors a crush on Cal. And despite Cal's makeover, the one thing that can't be made over is his heart, which seems to keep leading him back to where he began."

Official Footage from The Green Lantern

Footage of the upcoming superhero movie THE GREEN LANTERN, starring RYAN REYNOLDS in the lead role premiered at WonderCon recently. The footage has been uploaded online for the geeks to see, Check it out below. The film will be out June 17th.



The film trailer itself.

The Hangover: Part II Official Trailer

Well the official trailer is here. The Hangover: Part II. Check it below.

Bradley Cooper Returns to The Actors Studio... As A Guest

Before Bradley Cooper was a mega star on the acting scene, with such great movies and TV show parts to his name. He studied at the Actors Studio Drama School at the New School University in New York. This is where the TV show "INSIDE THE ACTORS STUDIO" is held with host JAMES LIPTON talking with numerous well-known Hollywood actors and actresses about their lives and the work they've done in Hollywood. Cooper is probably the most recent alumni to hit it big, being a member of the 2000 graduate class. Here is his Actor's Studio episode below, an emotional one for him.









On Letterman talking about the Studio/De Niro


Original clip with Bradley asking Sean Penn a question

Your Highness

YOUR HIGHNESS is an upcoming comedy fantasy film starring DANNY MCBRIDE (EASTBOUND & DOWN), JAMES FRANCO (127 HOURS) & NATALIE PORTMAN. The synopsis and trailers are below. Certainly looking to be a funny one. Out April 8th.

"Thadeous (Danny McBride) is a lazy, arrogant prince who, with his brother Fabious (James Franco), must go on an epic quest in order to save their father's kingdom. Natalie Portman plays a warrior princess who is also the lazy prince's love interest. Zooey Deschanel plays Belladonna, Fabious' virginal bride. Justin Theroux plays Leezar, the evil wizard who kidnaps Belladonna. Michael Clarke Duncan plays the Giant Troll."

Also Danny McBride appeared on Kimmel to promote the movie.

Captain America: The First Avenger

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER is an upcoming superhero flick about the comic book superhero CAPTAIN AMERICA. The film stars Chris Evans (Fantastic Four) as Steve Rogers, deemed physically unfit for the US Army in World War II, until he signs up for Project: Rebirth. The film also stars Tommy Lee Jones, Hugo Weaving & Stanley Tucci. The film will be out July 22nd and the trailer is below.



http://captainamerica.marvel.com

Are You Game To Play Tupac?

Think you're game to portray legendary rapper Tupac Shakur in an upcoming biopic. Information courtesy of InSearchOfTupac website.

"Morgan Creek Productions and Skee.TV/Karmaloop.TV are excited to announce the online casting call for the highly-anticipated motion picture “Tupac,” based on the life of the legendary icon Tupac Shakur, produced by James G. Robinson, David Robinson and LT Hutton, directed by Antoine Fuqua.

We are looking for individuals who embody Tupac for this starring role. Applicants must follow the instructions below in order to submit their audition for consideration.

1. Download the scene that is to be performed.

2. Read the scene on-camera. Only the individual submitting the scene should appear in the video.

3. Perform your favorite Tupac song/rap on camera. Please limit your song rendition to 1 minute.

4. There is a five minute time limit and 100mb limit for each submission. Only one submission per person.

Submissions will be accepted from 12:01am on March 18th, 2011 through 11:59pm on April 30th, 2011

We are looking for individuals who embody Tupac for this starring role. Applicants must follow the instructions below in order to submit their audition for consideration."



http://insearchoftupac.skeetv.com/

The Lincoln Lawyer

THE LINCOLN LAWYER is an upcoming mystery thriller film starring Matthew McConaughey, Ryan Phillippe & Marisa Tomei. The film is based on the novel of the same name written by Michael Connelly. The plot is below:

"Mickey Haller (Matthew McConaughey) is a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney who operates out of the back of his Lincoln sedan. Haller has spent most of his career defending garden-variety criminals, until he lands the case of his career: Louis Roulet (Ryan Phillippe), a Beverly Hills playboy and son of a major businessman who is accused of rape and attempted murder. But the seemingly straightforward case suddenly develops into a deadly game of survival for Haller."

The film is due out this friday in the States, but will be out in Australia March 31st.

http://www.thelincolnlawyermovie.com

The Hangover: Part II Teaser

Finally, a lil snippet of the upcoming sequel to possibly (for me) the best movie of 2009, THE HANGOVER. Part II will be out Memorial Day in the states this year and a lil teaser has been uploaded to the interwebs. The wolfpack is back!

Bad Teacher

BAD TEACHER is an upcoming comedy starring CAMERON DIAZ, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE & JASON SEGEL. The trailer is below, Red band style, nothing is bleeped out. Looks like a goodie. It will be out in June.

Plot:

"The films follows foul-mouthed, money hungry teacher Elizabeth Halsey (Cameron Diaz) who sets her sights on her colleague Amy (Lucy Punch) who is dating substitute teacher Scott (Justin Timberlake). Elizabeth, having just been dumped, decides to pursue her new colleague by raising money to receive breast implants"

Cameron Diaz appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live to promote the film, and answer random questions.

Hesher

HESHER is a drama film starring JOSEPH GORDON-LEVITT, NATALIE PORTMAN and RAINN WILSON. It premiered at Sundance in January 2010, but has yet to have a release date in the US. The trailer and plot synopsis is below.

"After the tragic loss of his mother, T.J. (Devin Brochu) and his pill popping father (Rainn Wilson) are forced to live with T.J.'s elderly grandmother (Piper Laurie). A young man with a troubled past named Hesher (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) assumes the role as both mentor and tormentor, leading T.J into troubles he could never have imagined. A young grocery clerk named Nicole (Natalie Portman) steps in to protect T.J., and becomes the object of T.J.'s fantasies, while Hesher moves into Grandma's home. Although uninvited, he is somehow accepted."

Apollo 18

"While NASA denies its authenticity, others say it's the real reason we've never gone back to the moon."

Apollo 18 is due out April 22nd.

Arthur

ARTHUR is an upcoming rom-com due out April 8th. It stars Russell Brand, Helen Mirren & Jennifer Garner. It is a remake of the 1981 original film which starred Dudley Moore. Check out the trailer below.

Rubber

Probably the weirdest/stupidest movie trailer i've seen this year by far, but it is only February. RUBBER is a movie about a car tire that goes on a killing spree. It premiered at the Cannes Film Festival last year with negative reviews. It is due to be released february 25th. A tire with psychic killing powers. And I thought Snakes On A Plane was stupid. This is a whole new level.

Soul Surfer

SOUL SURFER is an upcoming surf movie based on the true story of BETHANY HAMILTON, a champion surfer who tragically loses her arm in a shark attack, but overcomes it to return to the ocean. The film stars ANNASOPHIA ROBB as Hamilton, DENNIS QUAID and HELEN HUNT as Bethany's parents Tom and Cheri. The trailer is below, movie is due for release April 8th 2011.

Scream 4

Yet again, another horror franchise returns again, this time its SCREAM. The fourth movie features original cast of Neve Campbell, David Arquette & Courteney Cox, with also new cast including Emma Roberts & Hayden Panettiere. The film is due for release April 15th. The trailer is below.

Cedar Rapids

Just saw a trailer for this upcoming comedy called "Cedar Rapids". The comedy stars ED HELMS (The Hangover), JOHN C. REILLY (Step Brothers), ANNE HECHE (Spread) and SIGNOURNEY WEAVER (ALIEN). Check out the synopsis and trailer below.

"To call insurance agent Tim Lippe (Ed Helms) "naive" is a gross understatement. He's never left his small Wisconsin hometown. He's never stayed at a hotel. And he's never experienced anything like Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Sent to the "major metropolis" to represent his company at the annual insurance convention, Tim is soon distracted by three convention veterans (John C. Reilly, Anne Heche and Isiah Whitlock Jr.) who will show him the ropes and push his boundaries. For a guy who plays everything by the book, this convention will be anything but conventional."