February 15, 2008
The Carnival of Cinema: Episode 62 – The Day the Blog Stood Still
Welcome to the Carnival of Cinema. Every week this is your one-stop shop for the web’s best in movie reviews, cinema news and commentary. We get posts from around the world and bring the top notch stuff your way.
Kicking things off this week is DotLobby who has a list of the ten best unisexual chick flicks. Guys, if your lady likes to force you to sit through these vacuous movies, try to pull a title from this list to keep yourself sane. Head over to DOTGIRLFRIEND.COM the see the list.
Let’s have another top ten list.
If you like top ten lists Mike Diamente’s site MIKE'S TOP 10 LISTS is the place you want to be. This week, Mike has a top ten list with videos of the best acting performances.
What? You want more listings? Fine, here you go…
SIBERIANLIGHT’S Andy Young has a list of all of the Russian Bond Girls available for your perusal. He has descriptions of the characters and looks at the actresses.
We move now from Russian chicks to gun totting hicks.
The remake of the classic Western, 3:10 to Yuma is on DVD and now it’s on WESTMINSTER WISDOM. Gracchi gets all cerebral with it and considers its Kantian elements. Go head over to his site, it’s good for your brain.
If you’re not into brainy stuff then you must be a huge fan of Ryan Reynolds’ movies.
MANNY THE MOVIE GUY interviews Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Weisz, Isla Fisher, and Abigail Breslin during a press junket for their film Definitely, Maybe. Manny also interviews the cast of Step Up 2 the Streets. Find out what Reynolds think of politics and the Clintons, and why Breslin named her turtle after Manny!
If you like movies that can be described as best being suited for “mostly stoners and retards” as General Disdain puts it, then you may want to look into Strange Wilderness. The General has a review of the new lowbrow comedy over at his site THE CRITICAL CRITICS.
There’s “mostly stoners and retards” and then there’s those people who actually think the Star Wars prequels don’t stink to high heaven.
If you can’t get enough of the team who brought you Jar-Jar Binks and the moping pre-pubescent Darth Vadar then you’re going to love the news that the next line of Star Wars nonsense is coming to us in cheap animated format.
Click over to MARKETSAW: 3D MOVIES AND TECHNOLOGY to read the latest. Over there Jim Dorey breaks the news that “Star Wars: The Clone Wars hits 3D theaters (100 minute movie) and then your television! 30 episodes have already been made for the small screen with many more to come.”
Geez, I hope there’s Ewoks.
If you want to see what Hayden Christensen does when he’s not turning Darth Vadar from the evil overlord of the universe into a mopey loser with girlfriend issues, check out his new film Jumper. Matt Adcock has a review of the flick over at his site DARKMATTERS: THE MIND OF MATT.
Apparently, there is life after turning over to the dark side.
According to Tamika M. Murray, there is also “life after the darkness”
Tamika takes a look at Steven Spielberg’s The Color Purple on her site PJSANDAMOVIE. She also tackles the Reinaldo Arenas biopic Before Night Falls.
Since we’re already talking about a film with Johnny Depp (Before Night Falls has him) let’s keep with his work and look to Joe Ewens’ review of Depp’s most recent film Sweeny Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street over at JOYOUS FILM REVIEW.
Since we’re already talking about a film with Alan Rickman (Sweeny Todd has him), let’s keep with his work and look to Paul McElligott’s review of Rickman’s film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves on his site CELLULOID HEROES. Yeah, it's the stupid version with Kevin Costner but Rickman is rather good in his role. McElligott has more over at his site including a review of The Brave One and a poll regarding this year’s Oscars.
Go on, head on over and respond to Paul’s poll.*
And now for something completely different.
Daniel Lafleche runs a site called THE IPEX FILM & VIDEO BLOG. This week said site has a post titled Indie Film Distributor Spotlight: Sony Pictures Classics deserves an Indie Spirit Award. Really. Per Daniel, “No, this article is not trying to sell anyone on SPC. However, SPC's recent Indie Film deals are making it look either, clueless, or like it is gearing up for a future of Video Direct niche markets that the rest of us are not aware of yet.” Click on the link to read more.
And now for something more like what we were talking about before.
Back to the killings. What is The Net Meets Copy Cat? Diane Lane’s latest steaming pile of cinematic poo Untraceable gets the business over at LIVIN' THE DREAM (ONE LOSER AT A TIME). Christina M. Rau reviews the serial killer movie and also provides some insight on movie-going courtesy.
Want a little insight on movie-making courtesy?
Don’t make crappy movies.
Hey, on that note, we turn to The Comebacks. Forgot which movie that is? Well, click over to THE CONSUMER’S CORNER to get reminded. Andy Gates provides a somewhat reluctant redeeming view of the spoof.
Next up, Martin chats about a movie he refers to as “Blair Witch meets Godzilla meets 9/11”. That’s right, it’s Cloverfield. If you want more, you’re going to have to go to MCT IMAGES to get it.
If you’re looking for something different, perhaps you could try a patient drama about a stroke victim who writes his memoir by communicating with his eye, the only part of his body that isn’t paralyzed. The award winning Le Scaphandre et le papillon, (The Diving Bell and the Butterfly), is reviewed by Justin on his site DEARCINEMA: MOVIEBUFF'S PARADISE.
Bringing things to a close this week is Newman who has a review of The Bruges. Go to NEWMAN’S OWN CORNER to see if this new release is worth your time.
* - The answer is Michael Clayton.
Thanks to everyone for their submissions. Another great set of posts. Do you have an opinion or article about the film industry? Have you reviewed a film or DVD? Have any tips on breaking into the biz? Send submissions HERE for next week’s edition.
Be the first blog on your street to post in the Carnival of Cinema.
Other carnival editions:
Carnival of Cinema: Episode I
Carnival of Cinema: Episode II
Carnival of Cinema: Episode III
Carnival of Cinema: Episode IV
Kicking things off this week is DotLobby who has a list of the ten best unisexual chick flicks. Guys, if your lady likes to force you to sit through these vacuous movies, try to pull a title from this list to keep yourself sane. Head over to DOTGIRLFRIEND.COM the see the list.
Let’s have another top ten list.
If you like top ten lists Mike Diamente’s site MIKE'S TOP 10 LISTS is the place you want to be. This week, Mike has a top ten list with videos of the best acting performances.
What? You want more listings? Fine, here you go…
SIBERIANLIGHT’S Andy Young has a list of all of the Russian Bond Girls available for your perusal. He has descriptions of the characters and looks at the actresses.
We move now from Russian chicks to gun totting hicks.
The remake of the classic Western, 3:10 to Yuma is on DVD and now it’s on WESTMINSTER WISDOM. Gracchi gets all cerebral with it and considers its Kantian elements. Go head over to his site, it’s good for your brain.
If you’re not into brainy stuff then you must be a huge fan of Ryan Reynolds’ movies.
MANNY THE MOVIE GUY interviews Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Weisz, Isla Fisher, and Abigail Breslin during a press junket for their film Definitely, Maybe. Manny also interviews the cast of Step Up 2 the Streets. Find out what Reynolds think of politics and the Clintons, and why Breslin named her turtle after Manny!
If you like movies that can be described as best being suited for “mostly stoners and retards” as General Disdain puts it, then you may want to look into Strange Wilderness. The General has a review of the new lowbrow comedy over at his site THE CRITICAL CRITICS.
There’s “mostly stoners and retards” and then there’s those people who actually think the Star Wars prequels don’t stink to high heaven.
If you can’t get enough of the team who brought you Jar-Jar Binks and the moping pre-pubescent Darth Vadar then you’re going to love the news that the next line of Star Wars nonsense is coming to us in cheap animated format.
Click over to MARKETSAW: 3D MOVIES AND TECHNOLOGY to read the latest. Over there Jim Dorey breaks the news that “Star Wars: The Clone Wars hits 3D theaters (100 minute movie) and then your television! 30 episodes have already been made for the small screen with many more to come.”
Geez, I hope there’s Ewoks.
If you want to see what Hayden Christensen does when he’s not turning Darth Vadar from the evil overlord of the universe into a mopey loser with girlfriend issues, check out his new film Jumper. Matt Adcock has a review of the flick over at his site DARKMATTERS: THE MIND OF MATT.
Apparently, there is life after turning over to the dark side.
According to Tamika M. Murray, there is also “life after the darkness”
Tamika takes a look at Steven Spielberg’s The Color Purple on her site PJSANDAMOVIE. She also tackles the Reinaldo Arenas biopic Before Night Falls.
Since we’re already talking about a film with Johnny Depp (Before Night Falls has him) let’s keep with his work and look to Joe Ewens’ review of Depp’s most recent film Sweeny Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street over at JOYOUS FILM REVIEW.
Since we’re already talking about a film with Alan Rickman (Sweeny Todd has him), let’s keep with his work and look to Paul McElligott’s review of Rickman’s film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves on his site CELLULOID HEROES. Yeah, it's the stupid version with Kevin Costner but Rickman is rather good in his role. McElligott has more over at his site including a review of The Brave One and a poll regarding this year’s Oscars.
Go on, head on over and respond to Paul’s poll.*
And now for something completely different.
Daniel Lafleche runs a site called THE IPEX FILM & VIDEO BLOG. This week said site has a post titled Indie Film Distributor Spotlight: Sony Pictures Classics deserves an Indie Spirit Award. Really. Per Daniel, “No, this article is not trying to sell anyone on SPC. However, SPC's recent Indie Film deals are making it look either, clueless, or like it is gearing up for a future of Video Direct niche markets that the rest of us are not aware of yet.” Click on the link to read more.
And now for something more like what we were talking about before.
Back to the killings. What is The Net Meets Copy Cat? Diane Lane’s latest steaming pile of cinematic poo Untraceable gets the business over at LIVIN' THE DREAM (ONE LOSER AT A TIME). Christina M. Rau reviews the serial killer movie and also provides some insight on movie-going courtesy.
Want a little insight on movie-making courtesy?
Don’t make crappy movies.
Hey, on that note, we turn to The Comebacks. Forgot which movie that is? Well, click over to THE CONSUMER’S CORNER to get reminded. Andy Gates provides a somewhat reluctant redeeming view of the spoof.
Next up, Martin chats about a movie he refers to as “Blair Witch meets Godzilla meets 9/11”. That’s right, it’s Cloverfield. If you want more, you’re going to have to go to MCT IMAGES to get it.
If you’re looking for something different, perhaps you could try a patient drama about a stroke victim who writes his memoir by communicating with his eye, the only part of his body that isn’t paralyzed. The award winning Le Scaphandre et le papillon, (The Diving Bell and the Butterfly), is reviewed by Justin on his site DEARCINEMA: MOVIEBUFF'S PARADISE.
Bringing things to a close this week is Newman who has a review of The Bruges. Go to NEWMAN’S OWN CORNER to see if this new release is worth your time.
* - The answer is Michael Clayton.
…and CUT!…and PRINT!
Thanks to everyone for their submissions. Another great set of posts. Do you have an opinion or article about the film industry? Have you reviewed a film or DVD? Have any tips on breaking into the biz? Send submissions HERE for next week’s edition.
Be the first blog on your street to post in the Carnival of Cinema.
Other carnival editions:
Carnival of Cinema: Episode I
Carnival of Cinema: Episode II
Carnival of Cinema: Episode III
Carnival of Cinema: Episode IV
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