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Michael Bay to Shoot 'Transformers 4′ in Michigan

Mike Adams — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:46:32 +0000

Director Michael Bay and actor Mark Wahlberg are strapping on their bulletproof vests and coming to Michigan, as a large portion of “Transformers 4’ is scheduled to be shot in Detroit later this summer. Of course this isn’t the first time that the director has utilized Detroit to create a Hollywood blockbuster. Bay shot in [...]

China Selling Canned Air

Sarge — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 22:55:52 +0000

Not sure if this will catch on or not…I mean….air…in a can…that’s like selling bottled wat…..ter. Ummm. Never mind. Either way. somebody should get Mel Brooks on the phone. When some or maybe even most of us first saw or heard of the idea of canned air we were watching Mel Brook’s outlandish and hilarious [...]

Empire of The Apes – The Special Effects in This Movie Will Blow Your Mind [VIDEO]

Tony LaBrie — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:33:15 +0000

This is a new movie called ‘Empire of The Apes’, while watching the trailer here, you will be completely blown away by the advancement in special effects. It’s so hard to tell what is real and what is not. Just the acting alone will leave you begging for more.

'Star Wars – Episode 7′ To Be Written by Oscar Winner Michael Arndt

Damon Houx — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 01:24:28 +0000

Yesterday we learned that Michael Arndt had written a treatment for the upcoming 'Star Wars' sequel, currently called 'Episode 7,' but that didn't seem a confirmation that he had the job. Today it looks like his work has been approved and he's the first writer to take a crack at a new 'Star Wars' film.

Star Wars Episode 7 Announced — Babes Rejoice!

GuySpeed Editors — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:43:39 +0000

When we heard that Lucasfilm was being bought by Disney for $4.05 billon, and that Star Wars Episode 7 is set to release in 2015, our brains started working overtime.

Last week we showed you all our favorite Disney Cosplay Babes, and while Star Wars fans are set to be disappointed for a third time by this new release of Star Wars Episode 7 from the beloved franchise, there is an upside to all of this change -- the babes.

Who Are The Guardians of the Galaxy?

Mike Sampson — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 15:49:08 +0000

Marvel Studios

As you may have heard, Marvel announced at Comic-Con 2012 that their next big superhero franchise would be 'Guardians of the Galaxy' which hits theaters on August 1, 2014. But the 'Guardians' aren't as well known as their 'Avengers' friends, so who exactly are the Guardians of the Galaxy? Let's find out..

'Avatar 2′ to Film at the Same Time as 'Avatar 3′ and 'Avatar 4′

Mike Sampson — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 22:00:16 +0000

You read that headline correctly: James Cameron is planning to shoot ‘Avatar 2′ ‘Avatar 3′ and ‘Avatar 4′ all at the same time that could be released in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Sigourney Weaver spoke to Showbiz 411 about her upcoming TV miniseries ‘Political Animals’ and the question invariably came up about the ‘Avatar’ sequels. [...]

Behind The Scenes Footage Of 'Return of the Jedi'

Fantone — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 23:53:57 +0000

‘Return of the Jedi’ is in the number two spot for me when it comes to my favorite Star Wars movies, and now, thanks to the time traveling capabilities of YouTube, we can check out what it was like filming the classic back in 1982. Return of the Jedi wrapped the Star Wars world up [...]

Total Recall – Official Movie Trailer

Tony LaBrie — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:14:44 +0000

Some people feel the need to complain when Hollywood decides to remake movie, thinking they have just run out of original ideas. I disagree, I love remakes, especially when it's a movie that I grew up with. This time around it's a remake of Total Recall, now starring Collin Farrell, Bryan Cranston, Kate Beckinsale, Jessica Biel and John Cho. This movie hits theaters on August 3rd.

George Lucas Pronounces 'Star Wars' Franchise Dead

Tree Riddle — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 19:08:13 +0000

Fanboys have long-salivated over the prospect of the once-planned 7th, 8th and 9th installments of the space opera we know affectionately as ‘Star Wars.’ Today Jedi-lovers everywhere felt a great disturbance in The Force, as creator George Lucas announced when the sequels would arrive — never. Fans have been hungry for more ‘Star Wars’ ever [...]

Star Wars Meets Pulp Fiction

Fantone — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 23:28:27 +0000

So unless you suck at seeing movies, you know Pulp Fiction and Star Wars are two of the best films of all time. Watch what happens when you take these two masterpieces and mash them together. First of all, there is a lot of swearing in Pulp Fiction, so there is a lot of swearing [...]

Juan Of The Dead Trailer

Fantone — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:35:18 +0000

I can’t stand watching foreign films due to the extra effort it takes to read the subtitles. But this movie from Cuba has some English, a bunch of zombies and a dude named Juan. I guess this movie is the first Cuban horror film, but for all I know, it could be the first Cuban [...]

Star Wars Recut Trailer: Blaxploitation Style

Tree Riddle — Thu, 05 May 2011 01:03:12 +0000

I didn't even know there was such a thing as Star Wars day until Fantone mentioned it on the air earlier. So it is in the spirit of the national faux-liday that I bring you the original trailer shown to Harlem audiences in early 1977.

Alien Body Found In Russia [VIDEO]

Fantone — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 01:07:56 +0000

Over in Mother Russia, there is a UFO hot spot. Locals say the witness UFO’s fly by frequently and now they say one of the UFOs have crashed and they have the dead body of an alien visitor. I’m calling BS on this. I think it looks rubber, but maybe you think differently.

Cowboys and Aliens Trailer [VIDEO]

Tony LaBrie — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 13:57:54 +0000

I love a good western, but I really love a good sci-fi! With this new movie, I get the best of both worlds.

This will end up being a huge summer hit starring Harrison Ford and Daniel Craig. Directed by Jon Favreau, the film features Craig as Jake Lonergan, a rebel who wakes up in a strange town as a wanted man. Only problem is, he can't remember where he came from or what he did.

'Cowboys and Aliens' hits theaters on July 29th.

FBI Releases Memo "Proving" Roswell Alien Landing

Fantone — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:05:27 +0000

Maybe all the wack jobs and conspiracy theories are right. It seems like the FBI has released a memo regarding the rumored UFO crash in Roswell, New Mexico in the 1950′s. Well, if it’s on the internet, it’s gotta be true. So I gotta believe that this document that the FBI has put up on [...]

Green Lantern Trailer [VIDEO]

Fantone — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:29:49 +0000

It seems like this summer is going to be a good one for nerds. Not that any of them will be getting laid or tan, but there is a ton of super hero movies coming out. Including The Green Lantern. Check out the new trailer. Listen, I know I’m kinda nerdy. But you’ve gotta admit [...]

Zombie Apocalypse: Redemption – Extended Trailer [VIDEO]

Fantone — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 01:16:36 +0000

Remember a few months ago, I told you on facebook that you could be a zombie in a horror movie? Well this is that horror movie. Check out the trailer for Zombie Apocalypse: Redemption. Big props to my buddy DJ Little Big Man, my bosses hot wife Corrie LaBrie, and director Ryan Thompson. I hope [...]

UFO Seen In Colorado Town [VIDEO]

Fantone — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:04:58 +0000

All of the believers(Tony LaBrie) will be referencing this video for years to come. About a week ago, in Lafayette, Colorado, video was taken of 3 red lights in a triangular pattern, floating above the town. Is it an alien spaceship or is it 3 red lights? Check the video and tell me what you think.

Star Wars Toys Make Great Pets [VIDEO]

Tim Gray — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 21:42:18 +0000

If you like me and a big Star Wars geek (go figure, the web guy a geek,) then you wish might wish that you could have an At-At as a pet like in this video. Don't miss Jaba the Poo @ 0:42!