Perhaps not all of them are apparent, unless watched in sequence. So heres a lexicon of running jokes to look out for in Kevin Smiths films. One way or another, they find their way into all of these movies, often in pivotal roles. But they also directly help to save the day inMallrats, DogmaandClerks II. It sees Jay and Silent Bob travelling to Hollywood to prevent a big-budget Hollywood version of Bluntman and Chronic....
The Inbetweeners may be over, but theres still a Yearbook to chortle along to instead. Heres Daves review of a book that fans will love… Lets face it,The Inbetweenersis puerile, cringe worthy, painful and very, very funny. TheYearbookis the kind of volume you probably wont read cover-to-cover in a traditional style. Some of the humour is stretched somewhat, but it doesnt stop being funny. The only place it really falls short is its lack of photos....
Will James Corden be returning to Doctor Who again? But do you foresee any longer term work onDoctor Who? Its just trying to do something, and tying up schedules really. Whether we can squeeze something in. But I would love to. Dont tell them, but I would do it for free. I feel so proud to be part of it, I cant tell you. That I can enjoy it, and my nine-year old nephew can enjoy it....
Here, Mark celebrates the superb actors in Kevin Smith’s movie… This article isspoiler-free,but if youd prefer to seeRed Stateknowing absolutely nothing about it, proceed with caution. Its a horror film, and the bulk of the action takes place in middle-America. Specifically, it takes place in Coopers Dell, which is home to the fictional Five Points Trinity Church. Theyre sub-headed as Sex, Religion and Politics three topics youre not supposed to broach in polite discussion....
A six-part Doctor Who story from the early 70s gets a DVD reissue. However, when viewed as single twenty-five minute episodes,Colonymakes for an entertaining and diverting serial. However, its the supporting players thatColonyemploys which give the story added weight. Thankfully, while the quantity of extras is small, the quality is high. Its well worth a listen. Episodes:Disc: Rating: 2 out of 5
Whats your take on the state of modern movies? And its DVD that perhaps has made cinemas look for different ways of distinguishing themselves? It turns out to be another revenue stream. Ad content continues below As far as DVD making cinemas behaving badly, I dont think thats the case. And the cinemas that dont will have a problem. As far as 3D is concerned, thats clearly a response to the home viewing market....
Director Lucky McKees The Woman has already won plaudits at this years FrightFest. Those with knowledge ofThe Womans backstory will find their experience of the film significantly altered. The backstory is there if you wish to seek it out. From whom or what we dont know, yet it is clear she is alone. Ad content continues below The voyeuristic intent the film employs here is entirely intentional in its uncomfortable gratuity....
That noise has come mainly from the man behind it, Mr Kevin Smith. I was watching The Untouchables the other day.Yes. [grins]So Im going to quote that at you. So me and Jon [Gordon] decided we would do Smodcast Pictures and pick other peoples movies up. And whats that criteria? Then you come to us. We are the island of misfit toys for films. I can take that model and thats all this is,Red State....
Can Moneyball do for baseball what The Social web link did for social networking? Hes got to replace three star players on the baseball team he runs. When the playing field is inherently unlevel, the only way to find success is to change the game. If you’re free to get on base, you’re free to score runs. How you get on base doesnt matter. Ad content continues below Moneyballtries very hard to be more than a sports movie....
The controversial Lars Von Trier serves up an unusual, meditative sci-fi drama in Melancholia. For Kirsten Dunsts chronically depressed Justine, the destruction of Earth is an imminent possibility. Given Von Triers reputation as a heavyweight filmmaker, its surprising just how funnyMelancholiaoften is. There are little rays of humour here and there that punctuate this otherwise black film like pinpoints of light. If anyone deserves some best actress nods during the next awards season, its her....
An eclectic collection of stars line up for The Three Musketeers. Heres Ryans review of Paul W S Anderson’s action adventure… At the forefront stands Logan Lerman as DArtagnan, a cocky young parvenu whos handy with a sword. The arrival of perky young upstart DArtagnan, however, forces the musketeers out of their glum funk. Its all unrelentingly daft, but then again, its also extremely good-natured. If the film has one glaring problem, its Logan Lermans performance as DArtagnan....
The making of a sci-fi classic is documented in glorious detail in Ian Nathans Alien Vault. Heres Ryans review of a superb book… Along withStar Wars,Ridley ScottsAlienis possibly the most influential science fiction movie of the past 50 years. The framework ofAlienis straight out of 50s genre fare such asIt! Its pages are lavishly illustrated with stills and behind-the-scenes photos, all beautifully reproduced. But the biggest surprise comes housed in five semi-translucent wallets, bound in among the books 175 leaves....
Dead Islandis absolutely crammed full of the bastards. You cant turn around without some moaning idiot trying to eat your liver. Ad content continues below In many ways,Dead Islanddisplays a very derivative approach to game design. This is not an accusation of plagiarism. Not least because every element is formed into something that improves the overall experience. Respawning is instant, and erases none of your progress. Dying quickly becomes literally the easiest way out of a tricky situation....
