“OVERLORD” CASTING ANNOUNCED BY PARAMOUNT PICTURES AND BAD ROBOT
Movie Begins Production in the U.K. this May
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Paramount Pictures and Bad Robot jointly announced the complete cast for OVERLORD, from Director Julius Avery (SON OF A GUN).
Joining the previously announced casting of Jovan Adepo and Wyatt Russell, the film will also star Jacob Anderson (GAME OF THRONES), Dominic Applewhite (THE KING’S SPEECH), Pilou Asbaek (GAME OF THRONES), Iain de Caestecker (Marvel's AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D.), John Magaro (THE BIG SHORT), Mathilde Ollivier (THE MISFORTUNES OF FRANCOIS JANE), and Bokeem Woodbine (FARGO).
The Bad Robot production is produced by J.J. Abrams and Lindsey Weber, and written by Billy Ray (CAPTAIN PHILLIPS) and Mark L. Smith (THE REVENANT).
On the eve of D-Day, a group of American paratroopers are dropped behind enemy lines to carry out a mission crucial to the invasion’s success. But as they approach their target, they begin to realize there is more going on in this Nazi-occupied village than a simple military operation.
The film will begin shooting this May in the U.K.
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Monday, May 22, 2017
Saturday, January 14, 2017
Negromancer News Bits and Bites from January 8th to 14th, 2017 - Update #19
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COMICS-FILM - From ThePlaylist: Hugh Jackman and James Mangold share tidbits from the making of "Logan."
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AWARDS - From THR: With his nod for "Achievement in First-Time Feature Film," Nate Parker and "Birth of a Nation" earn their first major Hollywood film award nomination.
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OBIT - From IndieWire: The author and filmmaker, William Peter Blatty, has died at the age of 89, Thursday, January 12, 2017. His most famous work is the best-selling and legendary novel, The Exorcist. It was adapted into a hugely popular and legendary film (by director William Friedkin), and Blatty won an Oscar for writing the screenplay adaptation of his novel.
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TELEVISION - From Variety: Remember this controversy from awhile back: actor Joseph Fiennes was supposed to portray pop music icon Michael Jackson in an episode of the Brit TV series, "Urban Myths?" We apparently, the episode was filmed but will not be aired by European pay TV company, Sky.
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COMICS-FILM - From THR: Davis S. Goyer and Justin Rhodes will write Warner's "Green Lantern Corps" movie. The film will feature both popular DC Comics Green Lanterns, Hal Jordan and John Stewart.
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TELEVISION - From IndieWire: Fresh off his Golden Globe win for "Atlanta," Donald Glover signs large overall developmental deal with FX, but "Atlanta" is not coming back until 2018.
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TELEVISION - From Variety: FX has renewed "American Horror Story" for an additional two seasons, which would take it through Season 9.
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COMICS-FILM - From YahooMovies: Emmy-winner Peter Dinklage ("Game of Thrones") may join Marvel's "Avengers" films as fan-favorite character, "Pip."
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TELEVISION - From Variety: The third season of John Ridley's critically-acclaimed series, "American Crime" (ABC), will focus on immigration.
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MOVIES - From YahooMovies: Natalie Portman reveals that Ashton Kutcher was paid three times what she was for their 2011 film, "No Strings Attached."
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STAR WARS - From YahooMovies: The one-billion dollar Lucas Museum of Narrative Art has a home - Los Angeles.
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AWARDS - From YahooCelebrity: Meryl Streep earns her 15th BAFTA nomination - in the wake of being called overrated by President-elect Donald Trump.
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BOX OFFICE - From Variety: With the release of the final weekend box office numbers, we learn that the winner of the 1/6 to 1/8/2017 weekend is "Hidden Figures" with a tally of $22.8 million, that is about of $700,00 "Rogue One's" final.
From BoxOfficeMojo: The winner of the 1/6 to 1/8/2017 weekend box office is "Rogue One" with an estimated take of $21.97 million. However, "Hidden Figures" is a close second with $21.8 million, and the release of actual totals may change which film holds the top spot.
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CELEBRITY -From YahooCelebrity: The cause of actress Debbie Reynolds's death is released, while her daughter Carrie Fisher's cause death is described as inconclusive.
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TELEVISION - From IndieWire: The release date for David Lynch's "Twin Peaks" revival miniseries is May 21, 2017 at 9 p.m. on Showtime.
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MOVIES - From ThePlaylist: J.J. Abrams says he will avoid remakes and reboots after being involved in such films via Star Wars, Star Trek, Mission:Impossible, and "Westworld" for TV.
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AWARDS - From TheWrap: At the 2017 Golden Globes, "La La Land" wins a record 7 Globes.
From CNN: Meryl Streep criticizes President-elect Trump in her acceptance speech at the Golden Globes - without even mentioning Clownstick's name.
From LATimes: Watch the video and read the transcript of Meryl Streep's Golden Globe speech.
From YahooCelebrity: Apparently, Tom Hiddleston had to apologize for his acceptance speech.
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COMICS - From BleedingCool: Marvel Entertainment's reclusive CEO Isaac Perlmutter looks like a cheap hood gangster in this photo with President-elect Fuckface Von Clownstick.
From BleedingCool: Now, Ike may play a role in the Clownstick administration.
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MOVIES - From Variety: Another Sundance film has been bought before its festival debut. A24 has bought "A Ghost Story" directed by David Lowery (who directed Disney's remake, "Pete's Dragon") and stars Casey Affleck and Rooney Mara.
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COMICS-ANIMATION - From EW: There is a vague teaser for "Marvel's Spider-Man," Disney XD's upcoming Spider-Man animated series, which will replace "Ultimate Spider-Man."
From BleedingCool: Matt Ryan played DC Comics' "John Constantine" in the short-lived NBC series, "Constantine." He is reportedly returning to the role for an animated series.
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CULTURE - From YahooBeauty: Why men have body issues now more than ever - the muscular, superhero body.
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AWARDS: From Variety: At the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (Aacta) International Awards "La La Land" wins two awards, "Best Picture" and "Best Actress" (Emma Stone).
COMICS-FILM - From ThePlaylist: Hugh Jackman and James Mangold share tidbits from the making of "Logan."
----------
AWARDS - From THR: With his nod for "Achievement in First-Time Feature Film," Nate Parker and "Birth of a Nation" earn their first major Hollywood film award nomination.
----------
OBIT - From IndieWire: The author and filmmaker, William Peter Blatty, has died at the age of 89, Thursday, January 12, 2017. His most famous work is the best-selling and legendary novel, The Exorcist. It was adapted into a hugely popular and legendary film (by director William Friedkin), and Blatty won an Oscar for writing the screenplay adaptation of his novel.
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TELEVISION - From Variety: Remember this controversy from awhile back: actor Joseph Fiennes was supposed to portray pop music icon Michael Jackson in an episode of the Brit TV series, "Urban Myths?" We apparently, the episode was filmed but will not be aired by European pay TV company, Sky.
----------
COMICS-FILM - From THR: Davis S. Goyer and Justin Rhodes will write Warner's "Green Lantern Corps" movie. The film will feature both popular DC Comics Green Lanterns, Hal Jordan and John Stewart.
----------
TELEVISION - From IndieWire: Fresh off his Golden Globe win for "Atlanta," Donald Glover signs large overall developmental deal with FX, but "Atlanta" is not coming back until 2018.
----------
TELEVISION - From Variety: FX has renewed "American Horror Story" for an additional two seasons, which would take it through Season 9.
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COMICS-FILM - From YahooMovies: Emmy-winner Peter Dinklage ("Game of Thrones") may join Marvel's "Avengers" films as fan-favorite character, "Pip."
----------
TELEVISION - From Variety: The third season of John Ridley's critically-acclaimed series, "American Crime" (ABC), will focus on immigration.
----------
MOVIES - From YahooMovies: Natalie Portman reveals that Ashton Kutcher was paid three times what she was for their 2011 film, "No Strings Attached."
----------
STAR WARS - From YahooMovies: The one-billion dollar Lucas Museum of Narrative Art has a home - Los Angeles.
----------
AWARDS - From YahooCelebrity: Meryl Streep earns her 15th BAFTA nomination - in the wake of being called overrated by President-elect Donald Trump.
----------
BOX OFFICE - From Variety: With the release of the final weekend box office numbers, we learn that the winner of the 1/6 to 1/8/2017 weekend is "Hidden Figures" with a tally of $22.8 million, that is about of $700,00 "Rogue One's" final.
From BoxOfficeMojo: The winner of the 1/6 to 1/8/2017 weekend box office is "Rogue One" with an estimated take of $21.97 million. However, "Hidden Figures" is a close second with $21.8 million, and the release of actual totals may change which film holds the top spot.
----------
CELEBRITY -From YahooCelebrity: The cause of actress Debbie Reynolds's death is released, while her daughter Carrie Fisher's cause death is described as inconclusive.
----------
TELEVISION - From IndieWire: The release date for David Lynch's "Twin Peaks" revival miniseries is May 21, 2017 at 9 p.m. on Showtime.
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MOVIES - From ThePlaylist: J.J. Abrams says he will avoid remakes and reboots after being involved in such films via Star Wars, Star Trek, Mission:Impossible, and "Westworld" for TV.
----------
AWARDS - From TheWrap: At the 2017 Golden Globes, "La La Land" wins a record 7 Globes.
From CNN: Meryl Streep criticizes President-elect Trump in her acceptance speech at the Golden Globes - without even mentioning Clownstick's name.
From LATimes: Watch the video and read the transcript of Meryl Streep's Golden Globe speech.
From YahooCelebrity: Apparently, Tom Hiddleston had to apologize for his acceptance speech.
----------
COMICS - From BleedingCool: Marvel Entertainment's reclusive CEO Isaac Perlmutter looks like a cheap hood gangster in this photo with President-elect Fuckface Von Clownstick.
From BleedingCool: Now, Ike may play a role in the Clownstick administration.
----------
MOVIES - From Variety: Another Sundance film has been bought before its festival debut. A24 has bought "A Ghost Story" directed by David Lowery (who directed Disney's remake, "Pete's Dragon") and stars Casey Affleck and Rooney Mara.
----------
COMICS-ANIMATION - From EW: There is a vague teaser for "Marvel's Spider-Man," Disney XD's upcoming Spider-Man animated series, which will replace "Ultimate Spider-Man."
From BleedingCool: Matt Ryan played DC Comics' "John Constantine" in the short-lived NBC series, "Constantine." He is reportedly returning to the role for an animated series.
----------
CULTURE - From YahooBeauty: Why men have body issues now more than ever - the muscular, superhero body.
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AWARDS: From Variety: At the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (Aacta) International Awards "La La Land" wins two awards, "Best Picture" and "Best Actress" (Emma Stone).
Sunday, September 25, 2016
"Star Trek Beyond" Arrives on Blu-ray November 1st
From Director Justin Lin and Producer J.J. Abrams Comes One of the Best-Reviewed Action Movies of the Year, Star Trek Beyond
The All-New Star Trek Adventure Takes Off on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and Blu-ray 3D™ Combo Packs November 1, 2016 and on Digital HD October 4, 2016
HOLLYWOOD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The intrepid crew of the USS Enterprise returns in “the best action movie of the year” (Scott Mantz, “Access Hollywood”). The “highly entertaining” (David Rooney, Hollywood Reporter) new installment in the iconic franchise, STAR TREK BEYOND sets a course on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray 3D and Blu-ray Combo Packs, DVD and On Demand November 1, 2016 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. The sci-fi adventure will also be available as part of the STAR TREK TRILOGY Blu-ray Collection. The film warp speeds to Digital HD four weeks early on October 4, 2016.
STAR TREK BEYOND on 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray 11.1 & Digital HD 10.4 #StarTrekMovie @trailingjohnson @bad_robot
Director Justin Lin (Fast & Furious) delivers “a fun and thrilling adventure” (Eric Eisenberg, Cinemablend) with an incredible all-star cast including Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto, as well as newcomers to the STAR TREK universe Sofia Boutella (Kingsman: The Secret Service) and Idris Elba (Pacific Rim). In STAR TREK BEYOND, the Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
The STAR TREK BEYOND 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray 3D and Blu-ray Combo Packs are loaded with over an hour of action-packed bonus content, with featurettes from filmmakers and cast, including J.J. Abrams, Justin Lin, Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto. Go beyond the movie’s incredible edge-of-your-seat action and see how an unprecedented 50 new alien species were created, including STAR TREK’s newest villain Krall and the rebellious warrior Jaylah. Journey through the iconic franchise in celebration of STAR TREK’s 50th Anniversary, enjoy a hilarious gag reel and explore deleted scenes you didn’t see in theaters. In addition, the sets include tributes to actors Leonard Nimoy and Anton Yelchin. The film also boasts a Dolby Atmos® soundtrack* remixed specifically for the home theater environment to place and move audio anywhere in the room, including overhead.
Star Trek Beyond Blu-ray Combo Pack
The STAR TREK BEYOND Blu-ray is presented in 1080p high definition with English Dolby Atmos, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, Portuguese 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description and English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The DVD in the combo pack is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with English 5.1 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description and English, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The combo pack includes access to a Digital HD copy of the film as well as the following:
Blu-ray
Feature film in high definition
Bonus Content:
DVD
Feature film in standard definition
Star Trek Beyond Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack
The Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack includes all of the above, as well as a Blu-ray 3D presented in 1080p high definition with English Dolby Atmos, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, Portuguese 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description and English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The Blu-ray 3D disc includes the feature film in high definition and 3D. The Combo Pack also includes access to a Digital HD copy of the film.
Star Trek Beyond 4K Ultra HD™ Combo Pack
Fans can enjoy the ultimate viewing experience with the 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, which includes the Blu-ray detailed above, as well as an Ultra HD Disc presented in 4K Ultra HD with English Dolby Atmos, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, Portuguese 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description with English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The Combo Pack also includes access to a Digital HD copy of the film.
Star Trek Trilogy Blu-ray Collection
The STAR TREK TRILOGY Blu-ray Collection includes Blu-ray Discs™ of STAR TREK (2009), STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS and STAR TREK BEYOND with access to a Digital HD copy of each film.
The Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack and 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack available for purchase include a Digital Version of the film that can be accessed through UltraViolet™, a way to collect, access and enjoy movies. With UltraViolet, consumers can add movies to their digital collection in the cloud, and then stream or download them—reliably and securely—to a variety of devices.
Star Trek Beyond Single-Disc DVD
The single-disc DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with English 5.1 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description and English, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The disc includes the feature film in standard definition.
Paramount Pictures and Skydance present a Bad Robot/Sneaky Shark/Perfect Storm Entertainment production of a Justin Lin film: “Star Trek Beyond.” Starring John Cho, Simon Pegg, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoë Saldana, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin and Idris Elba. Music by Michael Giacchino. Costume designer Sanja Hays. Edited by Kelly Matsumoto, Dylan Highsmith, Greg D’Auria and Steven Sprung, A.C.E. Production designer Thomas Sanders. Director of photography Stephen F. Windon, ACS, ASC. Executive producers Jeffrey Chernov, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Tommy Harper. Produced by J.J. Abrams, p.g.a., Roberto Orci, Lindsey Weber, p.g.a. and Justin Lin, p.g.a. Based upon “Star Trek” created by Gene Roddenberry. Written by Simon Pegg & Doug Jung. Directed by Justin Lin.
About Paramount Home Media Distribution
Paramount Home Media Distribution (PHMD) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB) (NASDAQ: VIA), home to premier media brands that create television programs, motion pictures, consumer products, and digital content for audiences in 180 countries and territories. The PHMD division oversees PPC’s home entertainment and transactional digital distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles. PHMD additionally manages global licensing of studio content and transactional distribution across worldwide digital distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.
STAR TREK BEYOND
Street Date:
Canadian Rating: PG for violence, coarse language
* To experience Dolby Atmos at home, a Dolby Atmos enabled AV receiver and additional speakers are required, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar; however, Dolby Atmos soundtracks are also fully backward compatible with traditional audio configurations and legacy home entertainment equipment.
http://www.StarTrekMovie.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarTrekMovie
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarTrekMovie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StarTrekMovie
iTunes: http://j.mp/STBWebsite
Amazon: http://j.mp/OwnSTBeyond
#StarTrekMovie
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The All-New Star Trek Adventure Takes Off on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and Blu-ray 3D™ Combo Packs November 1, 2016 and on Digital HD October 4, 2016
HOLLYWOOD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The intrepid crew of the USS Enterprise returns in “the best action movie of the year” (Scott Mantz, “Access Hollywood”). The “highly entertaining” (David Rooney, Hollywood Reporter) new installment in the iconic franchise, STAR TREK BEYOND sets a course on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray 3D and Blu-ray Combo Packs, DVD and On Demand November 1, 2016 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. The sci-fi adventure will also be available as part of the STAR TREK TRILOGY Blu-ray Collection. The film warp speeds to Digital HD four weeks early on October 4, 2016.
STAR TREK BEYOND on 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray 11.1 & Digital HD 10.4 #StarTrekMovie @trailingjohnson @bad_robot
Director Justin Lin (Fast & Furious) delivers “a fun and thrilling adventure” (Eric Eisenberg, Cinemablend) with an incredible all-star cast including Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto, as well as newcomers to the STAR TREK universe Sofia Boutella (Kingsman: The Secret Service) and Idris Elba (Pacific Rim). In STAR TREK BEYOND, the Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
The STAR TREK BEYOND 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray 3D and Blu-ray Combo Packs are loaded with over an hour of action-packed bonus content, with featurettes from filmmakers and cast, including J.J. Abrams, Justin Lin, Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto. Go beyond the movie’s incredible edge-of-your-seat action and see how an unprecedented 50 new alien species were created, including STAR TREK’s newest villain Krall and the rebellious warrior Jaylah. Journey through the iconic franchise in celebration of STAR TREK’s 50th Anniversary, enjoy a hilarious gag reel and explore deleted scenes you didn’t see in theaters. In addition, the sets include tributes to actors Leonard Nimoy and Anton Yelchin. The film also boasts a Dolby Atmos® soundtrack* remixed specifically for the home theater environment to place and move audio anywhere in the room, including overhead.
Star Trek Beyond Blu-ray Combo Pack
The STAR TREK BEYOND Blu-ray is presented in 1080p high definition with English Dolby Atmos, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, Portuguese 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description and English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The DVD in the combo pack is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with English 5.1 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description and English, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The combo pack includes access to a Digital HD copy of the film as well as the following:
Blu-ray
Feature film in high definition
Bonus Content:
- Deleted Scenes - Go Beyond the final cut of the movie with scenes you didn’t see in theaters.
- Beyond the Darkness - Meet visionary producer J.J. Abrams, director Justin Lin and co-writers Simon Pegg and Doug Jung as they discuss the inspiration for the Star Trek Beyond storyline and how it came to life.
- Enterprise Takedown - Experience edge-of-your-seat action and see how a shocking attack destroys the USS Enterprise.
- Divided and Conquered - Learn how filmmakers pushed the boundaries in Star Trek Beyond by forcing the Enterprise crew into their most challenging situations yet.
- A Warped Sense of Revenge - Meet Star Trek’s newest villain, Krall, as actor Idris Elba reveals the backstory behind his character’s terrifying ambitions.
- Trekking in the Desert - Go on set to Dubai and discover how its futuristic architecture became the foundation for the most innovative Starbase yet.
- Exploring Strange New Worlds - Tour the incredible production sets of Star Trek Beyond with director Justin Lin.
- New Life, New Civilizations - See how special effects designers met the challenge to create an unprecedented 50 new alien species for the film to celebrate Star Trek’s 50th Anniversary.
- To Live Long and Prosper - Journey through the past 50 years of Star Trek with J.J. Abrams and the cast as they reflect on the evolution of this iconic sci-fi series.
- For Leonard and Anton - Watch a touching tribute to the legendary Leonard Nimoy and beloved crew member Anton Yelchin.
- Gag Reel - Join in on the fun with this hilarious gag reel of on-set bloopers.
DVD
Feature film in standard definition
Star Trek Beyond Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack
The Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack includes all of the above, as well as a Blu-ray 3D presented in 1080p high definition with English Dolby Atmos, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, Portuguese 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description and English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The Blu-ray 3D disc includes the feature film in high definition and 3D. The Combo Pack also includes access to a Digital HD copy of the film.
Star Trek Beyond 4K Ultra HD™ Combo Pack
Fans can enjoy the ultimate viewing experience with the 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, which includes the Blu-ray detailed above, as well as an Ultra HD Disc presented in 4K Ultra HD with English Dolby Atmos, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, Portuguese 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description with English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The Combo Pack also includes access to a Digital HD copy of the film.
Star Trek Trilogy Blu-ray Collection
The STAR TREK TRILOGY Blu-ray Collection includes Blu-ray Discs™ of STAR TREK (2009), STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS and STAR TREK BEYOND with access to a Digital HD copy of each film.
The Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack and 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack available for purchase include a Digital Version of the film that can be accessed through UltraViolet™, a way to collect, access and enjoy movies. With UltraViolet, consumers can add movies to their digital collection in the cloud, and then stream or download them—reliably and securely—to a variety of devices.
Star Trek Beyond Single-Disc DVD
The single-disc DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with English 5.1 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description and English, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. The disc includes the feature film in standard definition.
Paramount Pictures and Skydance present a Bad Robot/Sneaky Shark/Perfect Storm Entertainment production of a Justin Lin film: “Star Trek Beyond.” Starring John Cho, Simon Pegg, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoë Saldana, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin and Idris Elba. Music by Michael Giacchino. Costume designer Sanja Hays. Edited by Kelly Matsumoto, Dylan Highsmith, Greg D’Auria and Steven Sprung, A.C.E. Production designer Thomas Sanders. Director of photography Stephen F. Windon, ACS, ASC. Executive producers Jeffrey Chernov, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Tommy Harper. Produced by J.J. Abrams, p.g.a., Roberto Orci, Lindsey Weber, p.g.a. and Justin Lin, p.g.a. Based upon “Star Trek” created by Gene Roddenberry. Written by Simon Pegg & Doug Jung. Directed by Justin Lin.
About Paramount Home Media Distribution
Paramount Home Media Distribution (PHMD) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB) (NASDAQ: VIA), home to premier media brands that create television programs, motion pictures, consumer products, and digital content for audiences in 180 countries and territories. The PHMD division oversees PPC’s home entertainment and transactional digital distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles. PHMD additionally manages global licensing of studio content and transactional distribution across worldwide digital distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.
STAR TREK BEYOND
Street Date:
- October 4, 2016 (Digital HD)
- November 1, 2016 (Blu-ray, DVD, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray 3D, Trilogy Blu-ray Collection and VOD)
Canadian Rating: PG for violence, coarse language
* To experience Dolby Atmos at home, a Dolby Atmos enabled AV receiver and additional speakers are required, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar; however, Dolby Atmos soundtracks are also fully backward compatible with traditional audio configurations and legacy home entertainment equipment.
http://www.StarTrekMovie.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarTrekMovie
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarTrekMovie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/StarTrekMovie
iTunes: http://j.mp/STBWebsite
Amazon: http://j.mp/OwnSTBeyond
#StarTrekMovie
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Wednesday, August 10, 2016
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" 3D Collector's Edition Due November 2015 - Updated
Fans can fully immerse themselves in “The Force Awakens” through breathtaking 3D, new bonus features and collectible packaging
BURBANK, Calif. — This fall, Star Wars fans around the world, will experience a galaxy far, far away—up close and in eye-popping 3D—through the highly anticipated “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” 3D Collector’s Edition, rolling out beginning October 31, 2016 and arriving in the United States and Canada on November 15, 2016.
For the first time—and just in time for the holidays—viewers can bring home Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” in 3D, encased in stunning, collectible packaging. The exclusive four-disc 3D Collector’s Edition contains the original theatrical release on Blu-ray 3D™, Blu-ray™, Digital HD and DVD, along with originally released bonus features and brand-new bonus material, including additional deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes conversations with cast and crew and revealing, never-before released audio commentary by director J.J. Abrams*.
*Collector’s Edition configuration may vary by territory
Upon its debut last December, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” received rave reviews from both critics and audiences, and shattered box office records with over $936 million domestic and $2 billion worldwide. The film has since been nominated for five Academy Awards® and took home the BAFTA Award for Special Visual Effects. “The Force Awakens” re-ignited the Star Wars franchise and fans eagerly await the next installment, arriving in theaters Dec. 2017, as well as the first in a series of standalone films, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” premiering on Dec. 16, 2016.
Bonus features include*:
3D COLLECTOR’S EDITION BONUS FEATURES:
- Audio Commentary with J.J. Abrams – Enter the mind of visionary director J.J. Abrams as he reveals the creative and complex choices made while developing the first film in the new Star Wars trilogy.
- Foley: A Sonic Tale – Foley artists, consisting of old pros and new talent, unite to bring the world of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” alive through the matching of sound to action.
- Sounds of the Resistance – Hear how the epic sound design of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” moves the Star Wars legacy forward.
- Deleted Scenes – View never-before-shared scenes that didn’t make the film’s final cut.
- Dressing the Galaxy – Costume Designer Michael Kaplan reveals how the costumes of the original Star Wars movies were re-envisioned for a new generation.
- The Scavenger and the Stormtrooper: A Conversation with Daisy Ridley and John Boyega – The two new stars share the thrill of working together on the adventure of a lifetime and becoming part of the Star Wars legacy.
- Inside the Armory – Take a fascinating tour through the design and creation of the weaponry in “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.”
- Classic Bonus Features – These offerings from the April release of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” include the complete story behind the making of the film, an unforgettable cast table read, insights from legendary composer John Williams and deleted scenes, as well as features that dig deeper into the creation of new characters such as BB-8, the design of the climactic lightsaber battle between Rey and Kylo Ren, the film’s remarkable digital artistry and the Star Wars: Force for Change global aid initiative.
* Digital bonus offerings may vary by retailer. New bonus content is available in the 3D Collector’s Edition package only.
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” 3D Collector’s Edition global release dates include:
Australia - Nov. 9
Holland - Oct. 31
Sweden - Oct. 31
Brazil - Nov. 16
Italy - Nov. 2
US and Canada - Nov. 15, 2015
Germany - Nov. 24
Spain - Nov. 2
France - Oct. 31
United Kingdom - Oct. 31
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” saw the eagerly anticipated reteaming of original Star Wars stars Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill, along with Anthony Daniels, the only actor to have been in all seven Star Wars films, and Peter Mayhew. The returning cast was joined by newcomer Daisy Ridley, who beat out fierce competition to take the principal role of Rey; BAFTA Rising Star Award winner John Boyega (“Attack the Block,” “Imperial Dreams”) as reluctant stormtrooper Finn; Emmy® nominee Adam Driver (“Lincoln,” “Girls”) as the villainous Kylo Ren, and Golden Globe® winner Oscar Isaac (“Inside Llewyn Davis,” “The Bourne Legacy”) as Resistance pilot Poe Dameron.
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” was directed by J.J. Abrams and written by Lawrence Kasdan & J.J. Abrams and Michael Arndt. Lucasfilm president and eight-time Academy Award® nominee Kathleen Kennedy and J.J. Abrams, along with his longtime producing partner Bryan Burk, are the film’s producers.
Having established a musical legacy with his iconic scores for the previous six films in the Star Wars saga, acclaimed composer John Williams returned to score “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” ultimately garnering his 50th Oscar® nomination for it.
DISC SPECIFICATIONS:
FEATURE RUN TIME: Approximately 136 min.
RATING: PG-13 in U.S.; PG in CE; G in CF
ASPECT RATIO:
Blu-ray Feature Film = 2.40:1
DVD Feature Film = 2.40:1
AUDIO: Blu-ray = English 7.1 DTS-HDMA, English 2.0 Descriptive Audio,
French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital Language Tracks
DVD = English, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital,
English 2.0 Descriptive Audio Language Tracks
LANGUAGES: English, French & Spanish
SUBTITLES: English SDH, French & Spanish
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/StarWarsMovies
Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarWars
Website: http://instagram.com/StarWarsMovies
ABOUT “STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS”:
Lucasfilm and visionary director J.J. Abrams join forces to take you back again to a galaxy far, far away as Star Wars returns to the big screen with “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” The film stars Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong’o, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew and Max Von Sydow. Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams and Bryan Burk are producing with Tommy Harper and Jason McGatlin serving as executive producers. The screenplay is written by Lawrence Kasdan & J.J. Abrams and Michael Arndt.
ABOUT LUCASFILM LTD.
Lucasfilm Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is a global leader in film, television and digital entertainment production. In addition to its motion-picture and television production, the company's activities include visual effects and audio post-production, cutting-edge digital animation, interactive entertainment software, and the management of the global merchandising activities for its entertainment properties including the legendary STAR WARS and INDIANA JONES franchises. Lucasfilm Ltd. is headquartered in northern California.
ABOUT DISNEY MOVIES ANYWHERE (DMA):
Disney Movies Anywhere (DMA) is an engaging and family-friendly cloud-based digital movie service that makes it simple to buy your favorite Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars movies once and watch them anywhere. With DMA you can explore Disney’s library of over 450 eligible digital movies, discover hours of new and exclusive short-form content, and watch your digital movies from the comfort of the living room or across multiple mobile devices. You can add the free DMA app to a multitude of devices including iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Android mobile phones and tablets, Android TV, Amazon’s Fire tablets, Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, Roku, and Xbox 360. Then, connect your DMA account with participating providers including iTunes, Amazon Video, VUDU, Google Play, and Microsoft Movies & TV and your eligible movies will be shared across all your connected platforms. In addition, you can redeem Digital Copy codes found in Disney, Pixar and Marvel Blu-rays and DVDs, as well as earn Disney Movie Rewards points with every digital purchase.
ABOUT THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS:
For over 90 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today, the Studio brings quality movies, music and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. Feature films are released under the following banners: Disney, including Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios; Disneynature; Marvel Studios; Lucasfilm; and Touchstone Pictures. The Disney Music Group encompasses the Walt Disney Records and Hollywood Records labels, as well as Disney Music Publishing. The Disney Theatrical Group produces and licenses live events, including Disney on Broadway, Disney On Ice and Disney Live!
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Monday, July 18, 2016
Fourth "Star Trek" Reboot Film Announced
PARAMOUNT PICTURES, SKYDANCE AND BAD ROBOT ANNOUNCE A FOURTH “STAR TREK” FILM
CHRIS PINE AND CAST TO BE JOINED BY CHRIS HEMSWORTH, WHO RETURNS TO THE BLOCKBUSTER FRANCHISE AS GEORGE KIRK
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Paramount Pictures, Skydance and Bad Robot today announced that the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise will return to the big screen for another voyage.
In the next installment of the epic space adventure, Chris Pine’s Captain Kirk will cross paths with a man he never had a chance to meet, but whose legacy has haunted him since the day he was born: his father.
Chris Hemsworth, who appeared in 2009’s “STAR TREK,” will return to the space saga as George Kirk to star alongside Pine.
The remaining cast is expected to return.
J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay will write the screenplay. J.J. Abrams and Lindsey Weber will produce through Bad Robot Productions. David Ellison and Dana Goldberg of Skydance will executive produce.
“STAR TREK,” the first film in the rebooted franchise based on “Star Trek,” created by Gene Roddenberry, earned more than $380 million worldwide in 2009. The second installment, “STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS,” earned more than $460 million worldwide when it opened in May 2013.
The series’ third film, “STAR TREK BEYOND,” is directed by Justin Lin (“FAST & FURIOUS” franchise) and opens in theaters on July 22, 2016.
Hemsworth is currently starring in “GHOSTBUSTERS” alongside Melissa McCarthy, Kristin Wiig and Kate McKinnon, and filming “THOR: RAGNAROK” and “AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR - Part 1” back to back. He is repped by CAA and ROAR.
About Paramount Pictures Corporation
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV Films, and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Media Distribution, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.
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CHRIS PINE AND CAST TO BE JOINED BY CHRIS HEMSWORTH, WHO RETURNS TO THE BLOCKBUSTER FRANCHISE AS GEORGE KIRK
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Paramount Pictures, Skydance and Bad Robot today announced that the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise will return to the big screen for another voyage.
In the next installment of the epic space adventure, Chris Pine’s Captain Kirk will cross paths with a man he never had a chance to meet, but whose legacy has haunted him since the day he was born: his father.
Chris Hemsworth, who appeared in 2009’s “STAR TREK,” will return to the space saga as George Kirk to star alongside Pine.
The remaining cast is expected to return.
J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay will write the screenplay. J.J. Abrams and Lindsey Weber will produce through Bad Robot Productions. David Ellison and Dana Goldberg of Skydance will executive produce.
“STAR TREK,” the first film in the rebooted franchise based on “Star Trek,” created by Gene Roddenberry, earned more than $380 million worldwide in 2009. The second installment, “STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS,” earned more than $460 million worldwide when it opened in May 2013.
The series’ third film, “STAR TREK BEYOND,” is directed by Justin Lin (“FAST & FURIOUS” franchise) and opens in theaters on July 22, 2016.
Hemsworth is currently starring in “GHOSTBUSTERS” alongside Melissa McCarthy, Kristin Wiig and Kate McKinnon, and filming “THOR: RAGNAROK” and “AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR - Part 1” back to back. He is repped by CAA and ROAR.
About Paramount Pictures Corporation
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV Films, and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Media Distribution, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.
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Friday, July 1, 2016
Paramount Pictures "Star Trek Marathon" Event, Including "Star Trek Beyond"
SEE “STAR TREK BEYOND” BEFORE IT OPENS NATIONWIDE AT A ONE-NIGHT-ONLY “STAR TREK MARATHON” FAN EVENT
THE EVENT FEATURES ALL THREE “STAR TREK” FILMS IN SELECT IMAX® AND PREMIUM LARGE SCREEN THEATERS ON JULY 20, 2016
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Paramount Pictures, Skydance and Bad Robot are bringing director Justin Lin’s highly anticipated “STAR TREK BEYOND” to fans in advance of its official release with a Star Trek Marathon on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.
The one-night-only event will feature special screenings of J.J. Abrams’ “Star Trek” and “Star Trek Into Darkness,” and Lin’s “STAR TREK BEYOND” for the price of a single Marathon admission in select IMAX® Theatres and premium large screen theaters in the U.S. and Canada. Each Star Trek Marathon ticketholder will receive an exclusive Star Trek full-size collector’s poster designed by a Gallery 1988 artist and a Star Fleet T-shirt iron on patch while supplies last.
The Star Trek Marathon is playing at the participating theaters:
Atlanta
Regal Cinemas Atlantic Station 18 in IMAX
Austin
AMC Barton Creek Square 14 in IMAX
Baltimore
Cinemark Egyptian 24 in XD
Boston
AMC Loews Boston Common 19 in IMAX
Showcase Cinemas Lowell in XPlus
Chicago
Navy Pier IMAX
Regal Cinemas City North 14 in RPX
Cleveland
Regal Cinemas Crocker Park 16 in IMAX
Dallas
AMC Northpark 15 in IMAX
Cinemark West Plano in XD
Denver
AMC Westminster Promenade 24 in IMAX
Detroit
AMC Livonia 20 in IMAX
Houston
Regal Edwards Marq*E 23 in IMAX
Kansas City
AMC Town Center 20 in IMAX
Knoxville
Regal Pinnacle Stadium 18 in RPX
Los Angeles
AMC Burbank 16 in IMAX
AMC Orange 30 in IMAX
Regal LA Live Stadium 14 in Barco Escape
Miami
AMC Aventura 24 in IMAX
Milwaukee
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield in UltraScreen
Minneapolis
AMC Southdale 16 in IMAX
Nashville
Carmike Thoroughbred 20 in IMAX
New York
AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 in IMAX
Regal Cinemas E-Walk Stadium 13 in RPX
Orlando
Regal Winter Park Village 20 in RPX
Philadelphia
UA King of Prussia Stadium 16 in IMAX
Phoenix
Harkins Theatres Arizona Mills 16 in IMAX
Sacramento
Century Sacramento Greenback 16 in XD
San Diego
AMC Mission Valley 20 in IMAX
San Francisco
AMC Metreon 16 in IMAX
Cinemark Century Redwood City 20 in XD
Seattle
Boeing IMAX at Pacific Science Center
Cinemark Lincoln Square Cinemas in Barco Escape
St. Louis
Wehrenberg Theatres Ronnies 20 in IMAX
Tampa
AMC Veterans 24 in IMAX
Washington, DC
AMC Tysons Corner 16 in IMAX
Calgary
Cineplex Scotiabank Chinook in IMAX
Edmonton
Cineplex Scotiabank Theatre Edmonton in IMAX
Montreal
Cineplex Scotiabank Montreal in IMAX
Ottawa
Landmark Cinemas Kanata in IMAX
Toronto
Cineplex Scotiabank Theatre Toronto in IMAX (Downtown)
Vancouver
Cineplex Scotiabank Vancouver in UltraAVX
Marathon event tickets are on sale now online and at participating theater box offices. Visit http://StarTrekMovie.com/Marathon for additional Marathon event details, all movie showtimes, and to purchase tickets.
“STAR TREK BEYOND,” the highly anticipated next installment in the globally popular Star Trek franchise, created by Gene Roddenberry and reintroduced by J.J. Abrams in 2009, returns with director Justin Lin (“The Fast and the Furious” franchise) at the helm of this epic voyage of the U.S.S. Enterprise and her intrepid crew. In “Beyond,” the Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
From Paramount Pictures and Skydance, “STAR TREK BEYOND” is a Bad Robot, Sneaky Shark, Perfect Storm Entertainment production. The film stars John Cho, Simon Pegg, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoë Saldana, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin and Idris Elba. Directed by Justin Lin, the third film in the franchise series is produced by J.J. Abrams, Roberto Orci, Lindsey Weber, and Justin Lin; and executive produced by Jeffrey Chernov, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Tommy Harper. Based upon “Star Trek” created by Gene Roddenberry, the screenplay is written by Simon Pegg & Doug Jung.
“STAR TREK BEYOND” opens in theaters beginning July 22, 2016.
About Paramount Pictures Corporation
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV Films, and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Media Distribution, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.
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THE EVENT FEATURES ALL THREE “STAR TREK” FILMS IN SELECT IMAX® AND PREMIUM LARGE SCREEN THEATERS ON JULY 20, 2016
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Paramount Pictures, Skydance and Bad Robot are bringing director Justin Lin’s highly anticipated “STAR TREK BEYOND” to fans in advance of its official release with a Star Trek Marathon on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.
The one-night-only event will feature special screenings of J.J. Abrams’ “Star Trek” and “Star Trek Into Darkness,” and Lin’s “STAR TREK BEYOND” for the price of a single Marathon admission in select IMAX® Theatres and premium large screen theaters in the U.S. and Canada. Each Star Trek Marathon ticketholder will receive an exclusive Star Trek full-size collector’s poster designed by a Gallery 1988 artist and a Star Fleet T-shirt iron on patch while supplies last.
The Star Trek Marathon is playing at the participating theaters:
Atlanta
Regal Cinemas Atlantic Station 18 in IMAX
Austin
AMC Barton Creek Square 14 in IMAX
Baltimore
Cinemark Egyptian 24 in XD
Boston
AMC Loews Boston Common 19 in IMAX
Showcase Cinemas Lowell in XPlus
Chicago
Navy Pier IMAX
Regal Cinemas City North 14 in RPX
Cleveland
Regal Cinemas Crocker Park 16 in IMAX
Dallas
AMC Northpark 15 in IMAX
Cinemark West Plano in XD
Denver
AMC Westminster Promenade 24 in IMAX
Detroit
AMC Livonia 20 in IMAX
Houston
Regal Edwards Marq*E 23 in IMAX
Kansas City
AMC Town Center 20 in IMAX
Knoxville
Regal Pinnacle Stadium 18 in RPX
Los Angeles
AMC Burbank 16 in IMAX
AMC Orange 30 in IMAX
Regal LA Live Stadium 14 in Barco Escape
Miami
AMC Aventura 24 in IMAX
Milwaukee
Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield in UltraScreen
Minneapolis
AMC Southdale 16 in IMAX
Nashville
Carmike Thoroughbred 20 in IMAX
New York
AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 in IMAX
Regal Cinemas E-Walk Stadium 13 in RPX
Orlando
Regal Winter Park Village 20 in RPX
Philadelphia
UA King of Prussia Stadium 16 in IMAX
Phoenix
Harkins Theatres Arizona Mills 16 in IMAX
Sacramento
Century Sacramento Greenback 16 in XD
San Diego
AMC Mission Valley 20 in IMAX
San Francisco
AMC Metreon 16 in IMAX
Cinemark Century Redwood City 20 in XD
Seattle
Boeing IMAX at Pacific Science Center
Cinemark Lincoln Square Cinemas in Barco Escape
St. Louis
Wehrenberg Theatres Ronnies 20 in IMAX
Tampa
AMC Veterans 24 in IMAX
Washington, DC
AMC Tysons Corner 16 in IMAX
Calgary
Cineplex Scotiabank Chinook in IMAX
Edmonton
Cineplex Scotiabank Theatre Edmonton in IMAX
Montreal
Cineplex Scotiabank Montreal in IMAX
Ottawa
Landmark Cinemas Kanata in IMAX
Toronto
Cineplex Scotiabank Theatre Toronto in IMAX (Downtown)
Vancouver
Cineplex Scotiabank Vancouver in UltraAVX
Marathon event tickets are on sale now online and at participating theater box offices. Visit http://StarTrekMovie.com/Marathon for additional Marathon event details, all movie showtimes, and to purchase tickets.
“STAR TREK BEYOND,” the highly anticipated next installment in the globally popular Star Trek franchise, created by Gene Roddenberry and reintroduced by J.J. Abrams in 2009, returns with director Justin Lin (“The Fast and the Furious” franchise) at the helm of this epic voyage of the U.S.S. Enterprise and her intrepid crew. In “Beyond,” the Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
From Paramount Pictures and Skydance, “STAR TREK BEYOND” is a Bad Robot, Sneaky Shark, Perfect Storm Entertainment production. The film stars John Cho, Simon Pegg, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoë Saldana, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin and Idris Elba. Directed by Justin Lin, the third film in the franchise series is produced by J.J. Abrams, Roberto Orci, Lindsey Weber, and Justin Lin; and executive produced by Jeffrey Chernov, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Tommy Harper. Based upon “Star Trek” created by Gene Roddenberry, the screenplay is written by Simon Pegg & Doug Jung.
“STAR TREK BEYOND” opens in theaters beginning July 22, 2016.
About Paramount Pictures Corporation
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV Films, and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Media Distribution, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.
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Saturday, June 25, 2016
Negromancer News Bits and Bites from June 19th to 25th, 2016 - Update #46
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TELEVISION - From Variety: "Gilmore Girls'" Rory Gilmore meets First Lady Michelle Obama in this video clip.
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OBIT - From Deadline: The author and screenwriter, Michael Herr, has died at the age of 76, Thursday, June 23rd, 2016. Herr was the author of the heralded Vietnam War memoir, "Dispatches." Herr also contributed to two seminal Vietnam War movies, "Apocalypse Now," and "Full Metal Jacket," for which he shared an adapted screenplay Oscar nomination with Stanley Kubrick and Gustav Hasford.
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COMICS - From CinemaBlend: Director David Ayers warns fans - Suicide Squad is like nothing they've seen.
From YahooNews: Viola Davis says she almost pepper-sprayed fellow "Suicide Squad" actor, Jared Leto (Joker).
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LGBT - From YahooCelebrity: Celebs remember their first experience at a gay bar.
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POLITICS - From YahooFinance: Because the United Kingdom is leaving the the European Union, as a result of the "Brexit" vote, J.K. Rowling says "Goodbye, U.K."
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TELEVISION - From Deadline: Starz releases a first-look image from "American Gods."
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MOVIES - From YahooMovies: Hear "Ghostbusters (I'm not Afraid)," the theme for the new "Ghostbusters" film. The track is by Fall Out Boy featuring Missy Elliot. The song uses some of Ray Parker Jr.'s theme for the 1984 film.
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COMICS - From BleedingCool: Bokeem Woodbine joins "Spider-Man: Homecoming," apparently to play a villain.
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OBITS - From Variety: Conductor and composer, Harry Rabinowitz, has died at the age of 100. He is known for conducting the music for "Best Picture" Oscar-winner, "Chariots of Fire," among his many credits.
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MUSIC - From YahooMusic: Led Zeppelin wins the "Stairway to Heaven" copyright infringement lawsuit.
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SPORTS/MOVIE - From YahooNews: Ben Affleck goes on anti-NFL deflate-gate rant.
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LAW - From YahooNews: Affirmative Action had a major victory in college admissions in regards to a case brought against the University of Texas. It must be a bitter loss for neo-segregationist Edward Blum and his skank surrogate, Abigail Fisher.
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STAR WARS - From TheWrap: Who Forest Whitaker plays in "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" Plus, a photo gallery.
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MOVIES - From TheVox: Jesse Eisenberg talks about being a successful Jewish American.
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COMICS - From YahooMusic: Hannibal Buress joins "Spider-Man: Homecoming."
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MOVIES - From ThePlaylist: John Boyega to star in Kathryn Bigelow's movie about the 1967 Detroit riots. The movie also re-teams Bigelow with screenwriter Mark Boal and financier Megan Ellison.
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MOVIES - From Variety: Kate Winslet in final negotiations to appear in Woody Allen's next film, which begins shooting in the fall.
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COMICS - From CBR: Abraham Attah, who played the child soldier, "Abu" in "Beasts of No Nation," will appear in "Spider-Man: Homecoming."
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MOVIES - From YahooMovies: Will Smith most regrets 1999's "Wild Wild West" (which I kinda like), but what hurt the most was the box office failure of 2013's "After Earth" (which I really like), because his son Jaden was involved.
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COMICS - From TheWrap: Lots of information is leaking out about the "Justice League" movie.
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MUSIC/LEGAL - From YahooMusic: Led Zeppelin wants a halt to the "Stairway to Heaven" copyright infringement trial.
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COMICS - From IGN: In the Doctor Strange" film, Mads Mikkelsen will play...
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MOVIES - From BleedingCool: Noomi Rapace to appear in "Alien: Covenant," a follow-up to the film, "Prometheus."
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TELEVISION - From Indiewire: J.J. Abrams and Tavis Smiley come together for an event TV series about Michael Jackson. Bad Robot is developing the project on a Smiley book.
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ANIMATION - From TheWrap: Sony Pictures Animation announces animated TV series based on "Ghostbusters" and "Hotel Transylvania."
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MOVIES - From ThePlaylist: Eli Roth to make his big studio debut by directing a remake of "Death Wish" with Bruce Willis.
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PIXAR - From WashPost: Sigourney Weaver and Ed O'Neill steal the show in "Finding Dory."
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COMICS - From Gamespot: The new poster for the "Suicide Squad" is eye-popping.
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SPORTS - From YahooSports: Cleveland Cavaliers are the 2015-16 NBA Champions. LeBron James wins the NBA Playoffs MVP.
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BOX OFFICE - BoxOfficeMojo: The winner of the 6/17 to 6/19/2016 weekend box office is Pixar's "Finding Dory" with an estimated take of $136.1 million. This is the largest opening weekend ever for an animated feature film.
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STAR TREK - The Death of Anton Yelchin:
OBIT - From YahooMovies: The actor Anton Yelchin died early Sunday, June 19, 2016. He was 27-years-old and was best known for his role as Pavel Chekhov in the "Star Trek" reboot film series that began in 2009. Yelchin's death was apparently an accident and involved his car.
From IMDb: Remembering Anton Yelchin.
From Variety: Yelchin's life and career in photos.
From Variety: Anton Yelchin leaves behind several unreleased films (including "Star Trek Beyond") and a high-profile animated series.
From Variety: J.J. Abrams, who directed the 2009 "Star Trek" reboot and its 2013 sequel "Star Trek Into Darkness" mourns Yelchin.
From YahooMovies: Hollywood mourns Yelchin.
From YahooMovies: Anton Yelchin's most memorable roles.
From YahooMovies: The original Pavel Chekhov of "Star Trek," Walter Koenig, mourns the death of Anton Yelchin, who played Chekhov in the "Star Trek" reboot film franchise.
From IndieWire: Anton Yelchin's death made be tied to recently vehicle recall.
From YahooCelebrity: Anton Yelchin apparently died about a minute after his accident.
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SPORTS - From YahooSports: Dustin Johnson wins golf's U.S. Open, his first victory in one of professional golf's four "Major" tournaments.
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MOVIES - From ThePlaylist: Warner Bros. moves the release date of Ben Affleck's upcoming directorial effort, "Live By Night," presumably for Oscar consideration.
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TELEVISION - From TheWrap: Everything that has led up to "Game of Throne's" "Battle of the Bastards."
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POLITICS - From TIME: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - Trump and ISIS depend on irrationality.
TRAILERS:
From YouTube: New trailer for "Jack Reacher: Never Go Back," starring Tom Cruise and releasing October 21, 2016.
From YouTube: This is the second official trailer for Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children - from Tim Burton.
From YahooMovies: Here is a new clip that gives the first straight-on look at the title character from Steven Spielberg's "The BFG."
TELEVISION - From Variety: "Gilmore Girls'" Rory Gilmore meets First Lady Michelle Obama in this video clip.
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OBIT - From Deadline: The author and screenwriter, Michael Herr, has died at the age of 76, Thursday, June 23rd, 2016. Herr was the author of the heralded Vietnam War memoir, "Dispatches." Herr also contributed to two seminal Vietnam War movies, "Apocalypse Now," and "Full Metal Jacket," for which he shared an adapted screenplay Oscar nomination with Stanley Kubrick and Gustav Hasford.
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COMICS - From CinemaBlend: Director David Ayers warns fans - Suicide Squad is like nothing they've seen.
From YahooNews: Viola Davis says she almost pepper-sprayed fellow "Suicide Squad" actor, Jared Leto (Joker).
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LGBT - From YahooCelebrity: Celebs remember their first experience at a gay bar.
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POLITICS - From YahooFinance: Because the United Kingdom is leaving the the European Union, as a result of the "Brexit" vote, J.K. Rowling says "Goodbye, U.K."
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TELEVISION - From Deadline: Starz releases a first-look image from "American Gods."
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MOVIES - From YahooMovies: Hear "Ghostbusters (I'm not Afraid)," the theme for the new "Ghostbusters" film. The track is by Fall Out Boy featuring Missy Elliot. The song uses some of Ray Parker Jr.'s theme for the 1984 film.
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COMICS - From BleedingCool: Bokeem Woodbine joins "Spider-Man: Homecoming," apparently to play a villain.
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OBITS - From Variety: Conductor and composer, Harry Rabinowitz, has died at the age of 100. He is known for conducting the music for "Best Picture" Oscar-winner, "Chariots of Fire," among his many credits.
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MUSIC - From YahooMusic: Led Zeppelin wins the "Stairway to Heaven" copyright infringement lawsuit.
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SPORTS/MOVIE - From YahooNews: Ben Affleck goes on anti-NFL deflate-gate rant.
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LAW - From YahooNews: Affirmative Action had a major victory in college admissions in regards to a case brought against the University of Texas. It must be a bitter loss for neo-segregationist Edward Blum and his skank surrogate, Abigail Fisher.
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STAR WARS - From TheWrap: Who Forest Whitaker plays in "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" Plus, a photo gallery.
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MOVIES - From TheVox: Jesse Eisenberg talks about being a successful Jewish American.
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COMICS - From YahooMusic: Hannibal Buress joins "Spider-Man: Homecoming."
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MOVIES - From ThePlaylist: John Boyega to star in Kathryn Bigelow's movie about the 1967 Detroit riots. The movie also re-teams Bigelow with screenwriter Mark Boal and financier Megan Ellison.
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MOVIES - From Variety: Kate Winslet in final negotiations to appear in Woody Allen's next film, which begins shooting in the fall.
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COMICS - From CBR: Abraham Attah, who played the child soldier, "Abu" in "Beasts of No Nation," will appear in "Spider-Man: Homecoming."
---------------
MOVIES - From YahooMovies: Will Smith most regrets 1999's "Wild Wild West" (which I kinda like), but what hurt the most was the box office failure of 2013's "After Earth" (which I really like), because his son Jaden was involved.
---------------
COMICS - From TheWrap: Lots of information is leaking out about the "Justice League" movie.
---------------
MUSIC/LEGAL - From YahooMusic: Led Zeppelin wants a halt to the "Stairway to Heaven" copyright infringement trial.
---------------
COMICS - From IGN: In the Doctor Strange" film, Mads Mikkelsen will play...
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MOVIES - From BleedingCool: Noomi Rapace to appear in "Alien: Covenant," a follow-up to the film, "Prometheus."
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TELEVISION - From Indiewire: J.J. Abrams and Tavis Smiley come together for an event TV series about Michael Jackson. Bad Robot is developing the project on a Smiley book.
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ANIMATION - From TheWrap: Sony Pictures Animation announces animated TV series based on "Ghostbusters" and "Hotel Transylvania."
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MOVIES - From ThePlaylist: Eli Roth to make his big studio debut by directing a remake of "Death Wish" with Bruce Willis.
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PIXAR - From WashPost: Sigourney Weaver and Ed O'Neill steal the show in "Finding Dory."
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COMICS - From Gamespot: The new poster for the "Suicide Squad" is eye-popping.
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SPORTS - From YahooSports: Cleveland Cavaliers are the 2015-16 NBA Champions. LeBron James wins the NBA Playoffs MVP.
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BOX OFFICE - BoxOfficeMojo: The winner of the 6/17 to 6/19/2016 weekend box office is Pixar's "Finding Dory" with an estimated take of $136.1 million. This is the largest opening weekend ever for an animated feature film.
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STAR TREK - The Death of Anton Yelchin:
OBIT - From YahooMovies: The actor Anton Yelchin died early Sunday, June 19, 2016. He was 27-years-old and was best known for his role as Pavel Chekhov in the "Star Trek" reboot film series that began in 2009. Yelchin's death was apparently an accident and involved his car.
From IMDb: Remembering Anton Yelchin.
From Variety: Yelchin's life and career in photos.
From Variety: Anton Yelchin leaves behind several unreleased films (including "Star Trek Beyond") and a high-profile animated series.
From Variety: J.J. Abrams, who directed the 2009 "Star Trek" reboot and its 2013 sequel "Star Trek Into Darkness" mourns Yelchin.
From YahooMovies: Hollywood mourns Yelchin.
From YahooMovies: Anton Yelchin's most memorable roles.
From YahooMovies: The original Pavel Chekhov of "Star Trek," Walter Koenig, mourns the death of Anton Yelchin, who played Chekhov in the "Star Trek" reboot film franchise.
From IndieWire: Anton Yelchin's death made be tied to recently vehicle recall.
From YahooCelebrity: Anton Yelchin apparently died about a minute after his accident.
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SPORTS - From YahooSports: Dustin Johnson wins golf's U.S. Open, his first victory in one of professional golf's four "Major" tournaments.
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MOVIES - From ThePlaylist: Warner Bros. moves the release date of Ben Affleck's upcoming directorial effort, "Live By Night," presumably for Oscar consideration.
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TELEVISION - From TheWrap: Everything that has led up to "Game of Throne's" "Battle of the Bastards."
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POLITICS - From TIME: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - Trump and ISIS depend on irrationality.
TRAILERS:
From YouTube: New trailer for "Jack Reacher: Never Go Back," starring Tom Cruise and releasing October 21, 2016.
From YouTube: This is the second official trailer for Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children - from Tim Burton.
From YahooMovies: Here is a new clip that gives the first straight-on look at the title character from Steven Spielberg's "The BFG."
Saturday, May 21, 2016
Star Trek Beyond to Make IMAX Debut at San Diego Comic-Con 2016
WORLD PREMIERE OF “STAR TREK BEYOND” TO DEBUT IN IMAX® AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON®
THE FIRST-EVER OUTDOOR IMAX PREMIERE EVENT WILL INCLUDE APPEARANCES BY THE FILM’S CAST AND CREW, AND A LIVE CONCERT PERFORMANCE BY THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
HOLLYWOOD, CA – Paramount Pictures, Skydance, Bad Robot and director Justin Lin today announced that the world premiere of “STAR TREK BEYOND” will play in the immersive IMAX® format at Comic-Con International: San Diego, in partnership with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra and IMAX Corporation, on Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at the Embarcadero Marina Park South.
The red carpet event at San Diego Comic-Con, which marks the first-ever open-air IMAX world premiere, will feature special appearances by Lin and the “STAR TREK BEYOND” filmmakers and cast, as well as a live concert performance of Academy Award®-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s film score by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. Lin made the announcement at the STAR TREK FAN EVENT, where all fans in attendance were invited.
“I am thrilled to celebrate the premiere of the film together with the fans at Comic-Con and excited for everyone there to experience Michael Giacchino’s incredible score played live,” said Lin.
Added David Glanzer, spokesperson for Comic-Con International: “We are both privileged and excited that Paramount Pictures, Skydance and Bad Robot have chosen to honor fans by having the world premiere of the next chapter of Star Trek at Comic-Con this summer.”
“What better way to show appreciation for the constant support of IMAX fans worldwide than by partnering with our friends at Paramount, Skydance, Bad Robot and the San Diego Symphony Orchestra on this ultimate Comic-Con world premiere,” said Greg Foster, Senior Executive Vice President, IMAX Corp. and CEO of IMAX Entertainment.
As a special event for this year's Comic-Con attendees, fans will have the chance to attend the world premiere of “STAR TREK BEYOND.” Details about ticket distribution will be announced prior to the 2016 convention.
“STAR TREK BEYOND,” the highly anticipated next installment in the globally popular Star Trek franchise, created by Gene Roddenberry and reintroduced by J.J. Abrams in 2009, returns with director Justin Lin (“The Fast and the Furious” franchise) at the helm of this epic voyage of the U.S.S. Enterprise and her intrepid crew. In “Beyond,” the Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
From Paramount Pictures and Skydance, “STAR TREK BEYOND” is a Bad Robot, Sneaky Shark, Perfect Storm Entertainment production. The film stars John Cho, Simon Pegg, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoë Saldana, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin and Idris Elba. Directed by Justin Lin, the third film in the franchise series is produced by J.J. Abrams, Roberto Orci, Lindsey Weber, and Justin Lin; and executive produced by Jeffrey Chernov, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Tommy Harper. Based upon “Star Trek” created by Gene Roddenberry, the screenplay is written by Simon Pegg & Doug Jung.
The IMAX® release of “STAR TREK BEYOND” will be digitally re-mastered into the image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience® with proprietary IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-mastering) technology. The crystal-clear images, coupled with IMAX's customized theatre geometry and powerful digital audio, create a unique environment that will make audiences feel as if they are in the movie.
“STAR TREK BEYOND” opens in theaters and IMAX® beginning July 22, 2016.
About Paramount Pictures Corporatio
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV Films, and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Media Distribution, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.
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Friday, April 15, 2016
Review: Retro "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" is Kind of Like a Reboot
[This review was originally posted on Patreon.]
Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015)
Running time: 135 minutes (2 hours, 15 minutes)
MPAA – PG-13 for sci-fi action violence
DIRECTOR: J.J. Abrams
WRITERS: Lawrence Kasdan and J.J. Abrams, and Michael Arndt (based on characters created by George Lucas)
PRODUCERS: J.J. Abrams, Bryan Burk, and Kathleen Kennedy
CINEMATOGRAPHER: Dan Mindel ASC, BSC (D.o.P.)
EDITORS: Maryann Brandon and Mary Jo Markey
COMPOSER: John Williams
Academy Award nominee
SCI-FI/FANTASY/ACTION/ADVENTURE/DRAMA
Starring: Harrison Ford, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver, Carrie Fisher, Oscar Isaac, Peter Mayhew, Lupita Nyong'o, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Gwendoline Christie, Anthony Daniels, Max von Sydow, Greg Grunberg, Ken Leung, Warwick Davis, and Mark Hamill
Star Wars: The Force Awakens is a 2015 science fiction-fantasy action film directed by J. J. Abrams. It is the seventh installment in the Star Wars film series, which began with the 1977 Oscar-winning film, Star Wars, created by George Lucas. The Force Awakens is set 30 years after the events depicted in Return of the Jedi (1983). This film follows a desert scavenger, a renegade stormtrooper, and an X-wing fighter pilot as they fight a new enemy, which is personified by a young dark warrior who is strong with the Force.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens opens approximately 30 years after the Rebel Alliance's defeat of the Galactic Empire and the destruction of the second Death Star. However, the most famous hero of that battle, Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), the last Jedi, has since disappeared. The First Order has risen from the remains of the Empire, and is led by the mysterious Supreme Commander Snoke (Andy Serkis), who has two immediate goals. He wants to destroy the New Republic (which was created by the Rebel Alliance) and its military wing, The Resistance, and will use his super-weapon, Starkiller Base, commanded by General Hux (Domhnall Gleeson), to do so.
To find Skywalker, Snope has tasked Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), a young dark warrior who is strong with the Force. Ren's search for information about Skywalker's whereabouts has led him to the desert planet, Jakku. There, Ren has a confrontation with a Resistance pilot, Poe Dameron (Oscar Isaac), which troubles a young First Order stormtrooper, FN-2187 (John Boyega), who is a witness to Dameron's capture.
Meanwhile, an astromech droid, BB-8, escapes into the Jakku night. BB-8 eventually meets Rey (Daisy Ridley), a young scavenger who will be the key to getting BB-8 and the crucial information he holds to the Resistance. And legends of the past, Han Solo (Harrison Ford), General Leia Organa (Carrie Fisher), and Chewbacca (Peter Mayhew) will help her.
Truthfully, I am in love with the new Star Wars characters, especially Rey and Finn (known by his First Order masters as FN-2187). I have also found a place in my heart for Poe, Kylo Ren, General Hux, Maz Kanata (Lupita Nyong'o), and the actors playing them. I have added BB-8 to my beloved droid duo of R2-D2 and C-3PO. I think that Daisy Ridley as Rey and John Boyega as Finn are among the best actors ever to appear in a Star Wars film, and the script allows them to give what may very well be two of the best dramatic performances every given in this franchise.
On the other hand, the movie itself is odd. I love Star Wars: The Force Awakens, but not unconditionally. I have to admit that I have mixed emotions because this is the first Star Wars film that George Lucas has not directed (and he directed four of them) or at least guided to fruition. Thus, a part of me wants to see this film as fan-fiction.
Lucas himself has described Star Wars: The Force Awakens as “retro,” and he is not far from the truth. Star Wars: The Force Awakens is filled with visuals and a narrative that are similar and practically copy the first Star Wars (also known as Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope). At times, The Force Awakens seems like a remake and semi-re-imagining of the original film, or, if you want to be cruel, you can call it a rehash of the best moments from the beginnings of Star Wars. I would not be surprised if Walt Disney Studios (the new owners of Star Wars) and the filmmakers intended Star Wars: The Force Awakens to be a reboot of the franchise, a fresh start after the much-maligned “prequel films,” but a reboot that is grounded in the original trilogy.
Whatever one might say about the prequel films (The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Revenge of the Sith), they were ambitious. Star Wars: The Force Awakens merely seeks to entertain and to thrill. It is escapist entertainment like no other – just as Star Wars was back in 1977. There was nothing like Star Wars, and its simple story, filled with universal themes, resonated with audiences. That is true of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. I found myself exhilarated, and I often could not take my eyes off the screen. I laughed and some scenes even tried to make me cry.
As I edit this, it has been over two weeks since I saw Star Wars: The Force Awakens. I have thought about it often, and I put off writing this review. I have read other reviewers' opinions. A writer for The Village Voice called it “the third good Star Wars” movie. I think it is the fourth best Star Wars movie, behind the original three films, and a little ahead of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.
I think I need to warm up more to Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which might happen after repeated viewings. Still, I think the future is bright for the new films. Right now, I'd follow Rey, Finn, Poe, BB-8, and even Kylo Ren anywhere, and my favorite Star Wars character is back. Regardless of the story, the characters are the ones I have always loved. I am glad that some of the classic ones are back and that they have brought cool new ones with them.
8 of 10
A
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Edited on Thursday, April 14, 2016
NOTES:
2016 Academy Awards, USA: 5 nominations: “Best Achievement in Film Editing” (Maryann Brandon and Mary Jo Markey), “Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Score” (John Williams), “Best Achievement in Sound Mixing” (Andy Nelson, Christopher Scarabosio, and Stuart Wilson), “Best Achievement in Sound Editing” (Matthew Wood and David Acord), and Best Achievement in Visual Effects” (Roger Guyett, Pat Tubach, Neal Scanlan, and Chris Corbould)
2016 BAFTA Awards: 1 win: “Best Achievement in Special Visual Effects” (Chris Corbould, Roger Guyett, Paul Kavanagh, and Neal Scanlan); 3 nominations: “Best Production Design” (Rick Carter, Darren Gilford, and Lee Sandales), “Best Original Music” (John Williams), and “Best Sound” (David Acord, Andy Nelson, Christopher Scarabosio, Matthew Wood, and Stuart Wilson)
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Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Review: "Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation" a Nation onto Itself
[This review was originally posted on Patreon.]
Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015)
Running time: 131 minutes (2 hours, 11 minutes)
MPAA – PG-13 for sequences of action and violence, and brief partial nudity
DIRECTOR: Christopher McQuarrie
WRITERS: Christopher McQuarrie; from a story by Christopher McQuarrie and Drew Pearce (based upon the television series created by Bruce Geller)
PRODUCERS: Tom Cruise, J.J. Abrams, Bryan Burk, David Ellison, and Don Granger
CINEMATOGRAPHER: Robert Elswit (D.o.P.)
EDITOR: Eddie Hamilton
COMPOSER: Joe Kraemer
ACTION/ADVENTURE/SPY/THRILLER
Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Alec Baldwin, Rebecca Ferguson, Ving Rhames, Sean Harris, Simon McBurney, Jen Hultén, Hermoine Corfield, and Nigel Barber
Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation is a 2015 action-thriller and espionage film directed by Christopher McQuarrie and starring Tom Cruise. It is the fifth film in the Mission: Impossible film franchise, which is based on the American television series, “Mission: Impossible,” that was created by Bruce Geller and that originally aired on CBS from 1966 to 1973.
Rogue Nation finds the Impossible Mission Force (IMF) taking on their most impossible mission yet, defeating an international rogue organization that is every bit as highly skilled as IMF. A little over three year ago, I called Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol the best M:I film since the first one, 1996's Mission: Impossible. Now, I think Rogue Nation is the best since the first film.
Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation opens in Belarus. Agent Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) is on a mission with his IMF team – technical field agent, Benjamin “Benji” Dunn (Simon Pegg) and IMF agent Luther Stickell (Ving Rhames). They have to intercept a shipment of VX nerve gas aboard an airplane before it is flown away to be sold to terrorists.
Later, CIA Director Alan Hunley (Alec Baldwin) and IMF Field Operations Director William Brandt (Jeremy Renner) testify before a U.S. Senate committee. The IMF is currently without a secretary in charge, but Hunley believes that the Senate should not appoint new secretary. He believes that the IMF is dangerous and destructive and that any successes its agents have are the result of luck. Hunley wants the IMF disbanded and absorbed into the CIA.
Ethan Hunt has been trying to prove the existence of the Syndicate, an international criminal consortium. He believes that the Syndicate is both the equal and the opposite of the IMF. It is an anti-IMF that acts as a “rogue nation,” committing acts of terror and assassination. Hunley believes that the Syndicate is a figment of Hunt's imagination and sends CIA agents and assets to capture Hunt. Hunt believes that a mysterious operative, Ilsa Faust (Rebecca Ferguson), is the person who can lead him to the Syndicate and its formidable leader, the mysterious Solomon Lane (Sean Harris).
I always want to be honest with you, dear readers, even when I'm being a fanboy who really loves a movie in spite of its faults. I absolutely love Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation, and I think that it is a genuinely good movie. I don't know if it is possible that any other filmmakers could do a better job than director Christopher McQuarrie and film editor Eddie Hamilton did with Rogue Nation. Maybe James Cameron could?
I think it is preposterous that this movie is so entertaining. The action is so bracing and invigorating. The ebb and flow of the thrills could cause you to ask for a cigarette after seeing this movie. Rogue Nation is a way more entertaining action movie than Jurassic World, which made three times as much money at the box office as Rogue Nation did. I kinda have to admit that I enjoyed watching Rogue Nation more than I did watching Star Wars: The Force Awakens three nights ago. It hurts me to write this, cause I love me some Star Wars, but...
Seriously, Tom Cruise is as glorious as ever as Ethan Hunt. This time, however, the mix of quality supporting cast as IMF agents and as allies, adversaries, and people somewhere in the middle is just right – like a stew or soup with that almost-perfect blend of ingredients, preparation, and cooking. Yes, Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation is a golden gumbo of flavorful characters, settings, plot, and execution. I plan on experiencing this cinematic dish many, many more times.
9 of 10
A+
Friday, December 25, 2015
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Sunday, February 21, 2016
Morgan Freeman and John Legend Added as Presenters at 2016 Oscars Ceremony
OSCAR WINNERS MORGAN FREEMAN AND JOHN LEGEND ADDED AS PRESENTERS ALONG WITH J.J. ABRAMS, SACHA BARON COHEN AND HENRY CAVILL DAVE GROHL WILL GIVE A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE
Oscar winners Morgan Freeman and John Legend have been added to the list of presenters along with J.J. Abrams, Sacha Baron Cohen and Henry Cavill for the 88th Oscars® telecast. Oscar producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin also announced a special performance by Dave Grohl for the 88th annual event, hosted by Chris Rock, airing live Oscar Sunday, February 28, 2016, on ABC.
The most recent list of presenters marks the return of Sacha Baron Cohen, Morgan Freeman and John Legend. J.J. Abrams, Henry Cavill and Dave Grohl take to the Oscar stage for the first time.
“We’re thrilled to be joined by a movie icon, a filmmaking dynamo, a larger than life action hero, a master of satire and two world renowned music power-hitters, “said Hill and Hudlin. “This year’s show reflects a commitment to showcase cinematic contributions from a variety of genres and this latest list of presenters reflects just that.”
The 88th Oscars will be held on Sunday, February 28, at the Dolby Theatre® at Hollywood & Highland Center® in Hollywood, and will be televised live by the ABC Television Network at 7:00 p.m. EST/4:00 p.m. PST. The Oscar presentation also will be televised live in more than 225 countries and territories worldwide.
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Oscar winners Morgan Freeman and John Legend have been added to the list of presenters along with J.J. Abrams, Sacha Baron Cohen and Henry Cavill for the 88th Oscars® telecast. Oscar producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin also announced a special performance by Dave Grohl for the 88th annual event, hosted by Chris Rock, airing live Oscar Sunday, February 28, 2016, on ABC.
The most recent list of presenters marks the return of Sacha Baron Cohen, Morgan Freeman and John Legend. J.J. Abrams, Henry Cavill and Dave Grohl take to the Oscar stage for the first time.
“We’re thrilled to be joined by a movie icon, a filmmaking dynamo, a larger than life action hero, a master of satire and two world renowned music power-hitters, “said Hill and Hudlin. “This year’s show reflects a commitment to showcase cinematic contributions from a variety of genres and this latest list of presenters reflects just that.”
The 88th Oscars will be held on Sunday, February 28, at the Dolby Theatre® at Hollywood & Highland Center® in Hollywood, and will be televised live by the ABC Television Network at 7:00 p.m. EST/4:00 p.m. PST. The Oscar presentation also will be televised live in more than 225 countries and territories worldwide.
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Friday, January 15, 2016
Welcome to "10 Cloverfield Lane"
I think we’re alone now. Watch the trailer for 10 CLOVERFIELD LANE
YouTube: https://youtu.be/yQy-ANhnUpE
IN THEATERS AND IMAX 03.11.16
From Producer J.J. Abrams
Story By Josh Campbell & Matt Stuecken
Screenplay By Josh Campell & Matt Stuecken and Damien Chazelle
Directed by Dan Trachtenberg
www.10cloverfieldlane.com
#CloverfieldLn
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Thursday, December 31, 2015
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" - A Negromancer Link-O-Rama - Update #243
Posted by Leroy Doureseaux - on Patreon.
[I will shut down this post on Thursday, December 31, 2015. I will open a new post, "Star Wars: Rogue One," on Friday, January 1, 2016, but I will continue to post about The Force Awakens as necessary. Thank you all for visiting - Leroy]
From Negromancer: My "The Force Awakens" review.
From YahooNews: Lucas ain't feeling "The Force Awakens."
From Polygon: The story behind the baton-wielding stormtrooper that yelled "Traitor" at Finn.
From YahooTech: 5 intriguing ideas cut from the film.
From YahooTV: More speculation of Rey. Is she Han and Leia's daughter?
From BluRayCom: Blu-ray release on April 5, 2015?
From ScreenRant: Dissecting the meanings of Kylo Ren's name.
From YahooMovies: Ranking the Star Wars movies.
From Variety: 21 reasons TFA deserves every dollar.
From Variety: Smashes Christmas Day box office record.
From Variety: Vatican newspaper gets its hate-on.
From ScreenRant: The return of Anakin?
From Vox: Reboot the prequels?
From YahooTech: There are critics who do not like "The Force Awakens."
From CinemaBlend: Captain Phasma will get more screen time in Ep. 8.
From Polygon: J.J. says the script for Episode VIII is so good...
From BGR: Will Han Solo come back in some form?
From YahooTech: Who are Rey's parents... and grandparents?
From YahooMovies: The "Associated Press Entertainer of the Year" is "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."
From VillageVoice: "The Force Awakens" inspires right-bloggers.
From YahooMovies: The Ultimate Force Awakens FAQ, and it is quite good.
From YahooTV: Carries Fisher to Daisy Ridley - don't go through the crew...
From HitFix: Carrie's infamous "Good Morning America" interview.
From YahooMovies: Ewan McGregor has a cameo.
From BusinessInsider: Harrison Ford made a mint for returning for "The Force Awakens" and will make more.
From YahooNews: Is "The Phantom Menace" more ambitious than "The Force Awakens."
From BusinessInsider: Theories about Rey's parents.
From YahooNews: J.J. says that Alec Guinness is in TFA.
From TheWrap: Without China, TFA falls short of breaking global and foreign box office records set by Jurassic Park earlier this year.
From BoxOfficeMojo: "The Force Awakens" has the largest single day opening, $120 million, including the $57 million from Thursday night showing. The film has also set other box office records.
From HollywoodLife: 5 biggest spoilers in the film. (SPOILERS)
From Variety: $72.7 at international box office.
From YahooMovies: Daniel Craig's has a cameo as a member of the First Order. (SPOILERS)
From YahooMovies: Record setting opening night on Thursday.
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From VillageVoice: Amy Nicholson calls TFA the third good Star Wars film.
From TheVox: A not exactly glowing review by Todd VanDerWerff.
From THR: Todd McCarthy reviews the film WITH spoilers.
From NYT: Manohla Dargis reviews for The New York Times.
From TheVerge: A spoiler free review by Bryan Bishop.
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From YahooMovies: Star Wars: The Force Awakens - the second teaser/trailer.
From YouTube: Star Wars: The Force Awakens - the first teaser/trailer.
From Instagram: A 15-second clip from the film that is a straight tease.
From TheVerge: The new trailer is here.
From SlashFilm: Eeeek! Japanese trailer has new footage.
From Deadline: Chinese trailers with lots of new footage and dialogue!
From TechCrunch: There is a new TV spot... with new footage!!!
From YouTube: TV Spot #1
From YouTube: TV Spot #2
From YouTube: TV Spot #3
From TheVerge: TV Spot #4
From YouTube: TV Spot #5
From YouTube: TV Spot #6
From YouTube: TV Spot #7
From YouTube: TV Spot #8
From YouTube: TV Spot #9
From Facebook: "All the Way" TV spot (#10).
From YouTube: TV Spot #11
From YouTube: TV Spot #12
From YouTube: TV Spot #13
From YouTube: TV Spot #14
From YouTube: TV Spot #15 - Oscar Isaac introduces the clip in Spanish.
From YouTube: TV Spot #16
From YouTube: TV Spot #17
From YouTube: TV Spot #18
From YouTube: TV Spot #19
From YouTube: TV Spot #20
From YouTube: TV Spot #21
From YouTube: "In 5 days" spot.
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From YouTube: The long version of the Chewbacca BB-8 Verizon commercial: "A better network as explained by Star Wars.
From YouTube: C-P30 and R2-D2 meet BB-8 in commercial for "Priority."
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From YahooNews: Angry fans who want the return of the Expanded Universe (Star Wars Legends) threaten to spoil the film if they don't get their way.
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From YahooNews: Katie Couric talks to John Boyeag.
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From YahooMovies: The Rey toy reveal freak-out.
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From Vulture: Harrison Ford snuck into a preview.
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From YahooMovies: Actors replay their expressions from watching the movie.
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From IMDb: Actors describe their characters in "The Force Awakens."
From YahooNews: Lupita Nyong'o talks a little about Maz Kanata.
From THR: J.J. suggests Ava DuVernay for future Star Wars film.
From Deadline: Spielberg thought it should be J.J. Abrams.
From YahooMovies: Beastie Boys and "Lost" influence the name of new Star Wars character.
From YahooMovies: Robert Downey, Jr. mentors John Boyega.
From YahooMovies: Kylo Ren is a mess and other press junket reveals.
From YahooMovies: Abrams talks about the best way to watch the movie.
From Deadline: New character posters featuring Finn and Poe Dameron.
From CinemaBlend: Lucas has seen "The Force Awakens."
From YahooTV: Who is Supreme Leader Snoke?
From RollingStone: The magazine's in-depth feature on Star Wars.
From HitFix: Speculation on Vader's helmet.
From Mashable: Harrison Ford saw the film and likes it.
From YahooTV: J.J. talks to Howard Stern.
From HitFix: "The Force Awakens" soundtrack listing.
From YahooNews: The new planets are revealed.
From Variety: It's official: PG-13 for "sci-fi action violence."
From Variety: Win tickets to the Los Angeles or London premiere.
From Variety: More commentary from Lucas.
From CheatSheet: A essay about Lucas' "displeasure" at being left out of the making of Episode 7.
From YahooMovies: Why do people care what this bitch said?
From Deadline: John Boyega trying to manage expectations.
From CBS: The network's morning news airs part of an interview Charlie Rose conducted with George Lucas. The rest of the interview will air in December in conjunction with the 2015 Kennedy Center Honors, which Lucas is receiving.
From CinemaBlend: Meet the "Starkiller Base."
From YahooNews: More about Lupita Nyong'o's character "Maz Kanata."
From YahooGames: Don't call her princess.
From YahooGames: Stills to be published in Entertainment Weekly reveal a few things.
From YahooNews: Still more EW stills.
From FlickeringMyth: Supreme Leader Snoke?
From CinemaBlend: What is Daisey Ridley going to do on opening day?
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From Hitfix: Daniel Fleetwood died just days after getting a special screening of "The Force Awakens."
From TheVerge: Dying fan sees unedited version of "The Force Awakens."
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From SideshowCollectibles: Cause you want to see it again. Plus 10 moments worth experiencing again.
From SideshowCollectibles: See the new posters.
From FlickeringMyth: Will Yoda return?
From TheCheatSheet: More speculation on why Luke was left out of second trailer.
From FlickeringMyth: No more trailers, says J.J.
From CinemaBlend: The Luke Skywalker/Kylo Ren theory.
From YahooNews: Stormtroopers mass at Great Wall of China.
From CinemaBlend: 10 things Cinema Blend noticed about the new trailer.
From Hitfix: See Daisy Ridley's reaction to the latest trailer.
From CinemaBlend: Boyega flips over latest trailer.
From TheWrap: Crashing results from being trying to buy tickets online.
From SheKnows: Sad Star Wars boycott. It is put on by people who certainly will see the film.
From Forbes: The new "Star Wars" is not for you, fanboy.
From Variety: New (and final) poster revealed; tickets on sale Monday; trailer during Monday Night Football (Oct. 19th).
From YahooFinance: Netflix is negotiating to get the rights to "The Force Awakens."
From CinemaBlend: 136 minutes long; that's the rumor about TFA's run time.
From YahooMovies: New Star Wars characters accidentally unveiled.
From YahooNews: Rumor about Michael B. Jordan and Boba Fett solo movie.
From YahooMovies: John Boyega brushes past the haters.
From THR: "The Force Awakens" gets a date for its world premiere, December 14, 2015 - in Los Angeles, CA.
From YahooNews: Full trailer / final trailer due this month? Oct. 19th?
From Cinelinx: Lots of speculation about Finn.
From ScreenRant: New rumors: Skywalkers and Finn.
From YahooNews: Admiral Ackbar will be in "The Force Awakens."
From BleedingCool: More Hayden Christensen rumors.
From YahooNews: Rumors about Max Von Sydow's character in "The Force Awakens."
From THR: Script made Boyega cry.
From YahooNews: Hayden Christensen rumors about Episode 8.
From YahooNews: Disney might release the original theatrical cuts of the original Star Wars trilogy.
From YahooMovies: Star Wars film artifacts on auction.
From IGNAsia: Mark Hamill in Ireland to film Episode VIII?
From ScreenRant: A character guide with the website's own evaluations and speculations.
From ScreenRant: Trading cards may release more tidbits, especially about Rey.
From CinemaBlend: Rumor is that there will be a post-credit scene on "The Force Awakens."
From Comicvine: How Marvel Comics' "Shattered Empire" comic book connects to "The Force Awakens."
From Forbes: What is more important? That "The Force Awakens" be a big hit or be really good?
From TheGuardian: Anthony Daniels on secrecy and playing C-3PO.
From iDigitalTimes: Finn and Rey revealed?
From YahooMovies: 33 of the coolest new Star Wars items.
From YahooMovies: A first look at "The Force Awakens" toys.
From YahooTech: Meet the high-tech BB-8 from Sphero.
From Collider: A new villains international poster.
From YahooMovies: An article about the 15-seconds of heavenly tease.
From YahooGames: Kylo Ren is not a Sith!
From YahooMovies: Toy leak reveals Zuvio.
From YahooMakers: Young girl bullied for being a girl who likes Star Wars gets a special Stormtrooper suit.
From CheatSheet: They think they have good news about Han Solo solo film.
From HitFix: "The Force Awakens" heroes make cover of "Empire" magazine.
From Collider: "The Force Awakens" villains make cover of "Empire" magazine.
From CinemaBlend: Maz Kanata may stay under wraps until release of film.
From FlickeringMyth: Early concept art for Maz Kanata, the motion-capture character played by Lupita Nyong'o.
From YahooMovies: Oscar Isaac was a Lando fan.
From YahooMovies: John Boyega and the rest of the cast had lots of fun on the set.
From IndieRevolver: Concept art for the "Knights of Ren," that may also have been early designs for Kylo Ren.
From IndieRevolver: The first real good look at Luke Skywalker as will possibly be in "The Force Awakens.
From Collider: Abrams on Captain Phasma.
From FlickeringMyth: D23 interview with Abrams and cast.
From Collider: Initial cut of "The Force Awakens" is 124 minutes long (2 hours, 4 minutes).
From Variety: Cast photo from "Rogue One."
From HitFix: D23 exclusive Star Wars poster reveals something about Finn.
From AccessHollywood: New Star Wars details revealed at D23.
From EW: Entertainment Weekly goes whole hog on coverage of "The Force Awakens."
From YahooMovies: Some info on some character names from "The Force Awakens."
From YahooBeauty: CoverGirl launching "Star Wars" makeup line.
From YahooMovies: "Anakin" as a baby name.
From Toybox: Micro Machines returning for "The Force Awakens."
From EpochTimes: Rumors about the relationship between the villians.
From YahooMovies: Mark Hamill gives the best autographs.
From YahooMovies: No midi-chlorians.
From ScreenRant: SPOILER: In "Rogue One," Felicity Jones' character might be Boba Fett's daughter.
From EntertainmentWeekly: J.J. Abrams apparently broke his back trying to help Harrison on the set of "The Force Awakens."
From Cinelinx: Rumors of a Star Wars/Netflix deal on a live-action series or more than one abound.
From IBTimes: Tie-Fighter upgrades?
From YahooMovies: Michael Jackson wanted to be Jar Jar Banks.
From Variety: Benecio Del Toro for "Star Wars Episode 8."
From TheVerge: Leaked excerpt of the book, Star Wars: Aftermath, which is set immediately after the events of Return of the Jedi.
From FlickeringMyth: John Boyega shares image of Finn and Chewbacca in action together.
From TechCrunch: All in on this Rancor cosplay.
From YahooMovies: Amy Schumer does the metal bikini.
From ScreenRant: Han Solo back story revealed in The Force Awakens?
From CinemaBlend: Production Darren Gilford talks about the lengths to which J.J. Abrams went to connect his film to the original trilogy.
From Fortune: A short article on Star Wars sequels, spinoffs and re-releases.
From YahooMovies: Video of Princess Leia's return and more in the "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" behind-the-scenes video from ET. You must watch this..
From THR: Comic-Con 2015 panel footage raises questions.
From YahooMovies: Some advice Harrison Ford gave to Daisy Ridley.
From YahooMovies: Watch entire San Diego Comic-Con 2015 "Star Wars" panel.
From YahooMovies: Return of Harrison Ford...
From YahooFinance: Star Wars Comic-Con panel video offers surprises.
From Collider: Colin Trevorrow is rumored to be the choice to direct Star Wars IX. Trevorrow directed the box office smash, Jurassic World.
From Variety: May the donuts be with you.
From YahooMovies: Debut of new TIE fighter that is supposed to be huge.
From SunTimes: Darth Vader to make an appearance in "Rogue One."
From YahooMovies: Who and what from The Force Awakens will be at 2015 Comic-Con International.
From THR via YahooMovies: The LEGO Movie team of Chris Miller and Phil Lord are reportedly directing a Han Solo standalone Star Wars film.
From CinemaBlend: Donnie Yen for Episode 8.
From CinemaBlend: Marvel Comics ' "Star Wars: Shattered Empire" fills in some of the gap between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens.
From ScreenRant: Rey Solo... maybe or maybe not.
From CinemaBlend: Ewan McGregor down to come back.
From CinemaBlend: A new look Stormtrooper.
From MakingStarWars: Alan Dean Foster talks (a little) about writing novelization of The Force Awakens.
From MakingStarWars: Concept art for Han Solo, Poe, and Finn.
From CinemaBlend: Ken Leung is reportedly a cast member in "The Force Awakens."
From HitFix: 177 days until...
From IBT: Greg Grunberg's role revealed.
From CinemaBlend: Keeping The Force Awaken screenplay secret.
From Examiner: J.J. Abrams friend, actor, and The Force Awakens actors says the film is awesome.
From Hitfix: 179 days until... a look at "Star Wars Rebels" and a hint at a future duel between Darth Vader and Ben Kenobi.
From SlashFilm: Forest Whitaker for "Rogue One."
From FlickeringMyth: The week in Star Wars, ending June 20th, 2015.
From FlickeringMyth: New clip from the first episode of "Star Wars Rebels" Season 2.
From TechnoBuffalo: Leaked photos reveal the return of old friends.
From FlickeringMyth: Two new photos from The Force Awakens... maybe.
From Deadline via YahooTV: John Boyega has signed with talent agency WME.
From FlickeringMyth: A possible first look at Princess Leia in The Force Awakens.
From IBT: Who is Captain Phasma - some spoiler filled (maybe) answers.
From GuardianUK: A legend died recently, Christopher Lee. IMDb lists well over 200 TV and film credits for him, and two of those were in Star Wars films (as Dooku).
From EW: Star Wars toy peeks.
From FlickeringMyth: Daisy Ridley hints at parentage of Rey
From Toybox: Possible first look at new Stormtrooper action figure.
From CinemaBlend: Billie Lourd, the daughter of Carrie Fisher, says that she does not play Princess Leia's daughter in The Force Awakens.
From ThePlaylist: Han shot first - at least according to an early draft of the Star Wars script.
From ScreenRant: C-3PO with a red arm?
From SideshowCollectibles: Everything you need to know about The Force Awakens from the "Hot Toys" people.
From YahooGames: The "Original Trilogy" novels retold, beginning September 2015.
From YahooGames: Han Solo married?
From YahooMovies: I didn't know that there was a short film shown before The Empire Strikes Back, when it was first released back in 1980. I actually saw it back then, but I arrived late and the movie had already been started for about 5 minutes at least. Anyway, the short, entitled Black Angel, is being turned into a full-length film.
From YahooGames: Andy Serkis will play a character named Supreme Leader Snoke.
From CinemaBlend: A look at Lupita Nyong'o's character Maz Kanata via conceptual art.
From YahooMovies: John Boyega is a total Star Wars nerd.
From TheVox: Lightsaber colors explained.
From Mashable: Madame Tusands in London prepares to open Star Wars exhibition.
From YahooTV: No Princess Leia flashback in "The Force Awaken" ... or so she says.
From HuffingtonPost: More girls in Star Wars says little Miss Hanks.
From TheVox: Someone has found the "best" version of the original Star Wars.
From YahooMovies: Vanity Fair covers "The Force Awakens."
From AccessHollywood: More about the Vanity Fair shoot.
From YahooGames: More on Disney not using George Lucas' treatment for a new trilogy.
From YahooMovies: Episode VII's six confirmed new characters
From YahooMovies: Disney wary of Star Wars overload.
From Variety: The first merchandise from "The Force Awakens" hits stores September 4th, 2015.
From HuffingtonPost: "Chewie, we're home."
From Toybox: BB-8 has his own teaser toy website.
From ScreenRant: Who is the narrator in Trailer #2? Is Luke or... the son of Luke.
From YahooMovies: At Star Wars Celebration - Mark Hamill talks about being wary of J.J. Abrams and about a pivotal meeting with George Lucas.
From IGN: At Star Wars Celebration - fans learns what could have been had "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" not been cancelled. Some episodes would taken place after Revenge of the Sith.
From BleedingCool: Alan Dean Foster, the master of adapting science fiction films into novels, is writing the novelization of "The Force Awakens."
From YahooMovies: Yes, the release of the second trailer caused a fan freak out.
From CinemaBlend: The Empire and Rebel Alliance get new names.
From YahooTech: So how does that awesome little droid, BB-8, work?
From YahooMovies: What crashed that Star Destroyer in the second teaser.
From YahooMovies: 6 surprises as secrets from the second trailer/teaser for Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
From CinemaBlend: 7 big moments in the second teaser that you may have missed.
From YahooMovies: 5 scenes from second trailer that remind us of original trilogy.
From GuardianUK: Second trailer returns to franchise's strengths.
From YahooMovies: How much it costs to get an autograph or take a picture with a Star Wars personality.
From YahooFinance: Second teaser confirms one leaked plot detail... spoiler alert!
From Polygon: A closer look at the villain's costume and lightsaber.
From YahooTV: Fun with the fake Carrie Fisher/William Shatner feud.
From YahooMovies: George Lucas on corporate movie making and Episode VII.
From YahooGames: See the trailer for the hot "Star Wars: Battlefront" game, due November 2015.
From YahooMovies: "The Force Awakens" design team talks about designing the next generation.
From TechnBuffalo: Darth Vader returns for Season Two of "Star Wars Rebels."
From YahooMovies: 30 million views of "The Force Awakens" Trailer #2 in first 24 hours.
[I will shut down this post on Thursday, December 31, 2015. I will open a new post, "Star Wars: Rogue One," on Friday, January 1, 2016, but I will continue to post about The Force Awakens as necessary. Thank you all for visiting - Leroy]
From Negromancer: My "The Force Awakens" review.
From YahooNews: Lucas ain't feeling "The Force Awakens."
From Polygon: The story behind the baton-wielding stormtrooper that yelled "Traitor" at Finn.
From YahooTech: 5 intriguing ideas cut from the film.
From YahooTV: More speculation of Rey. Is she Han and Leia's daughter?
From BluRayCom: Blu-ray release on April 5, 2015?
From ScreenRant: Dissecting the meanings of Kylo Ren's name.
From YahooMovies: Ranking the Star Wars movies.
From Variety: 21 reasons TFA deserves every dollar.
From Variety: Smashes Christmas Day box office record.
From Variety: Vatican newspaper gets its hate-on.
From ScreenRant: The return of Anakin?
From Vox: Reboot the prequels?
From YahooTech: There are critics who do not like "The Force Awakens."
From CinemaBlend: Captain Phasma will get more screen time in Ep. 8.
From Polygon: J.J. says the script for Episode VIII is so good...
From BGR: Will Han Solo come back in some form?
From YahooTech: Who are Rey's parents... and grandparents?
From YahooMovies: The "Associated Press Entertainer of the Year" is "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."
From VillageVoice: "The Force Awakens" inspires right-bloggers.
From YahooMovies: The Ultimate Force Awakens FAQ, and it is quite good.
From YahooTV: Carries Fisher to Daisy Ridley - don't go through the crew...
From HitFix: Carrie's infamous "Good Morning America" interview.
From YahooMovies: Ewan McGregor has a cameo.
From BusinessInsider: Harrison Ford made a mint for returning for "The Force Awakens" and will make more.
From YahooNews: Is "The Phantom Menace" more ambitious than "The Force Awakens."
From BusinessInsider: Theories about Rey's parents.
From YahooNews: J.J. says that Alec Guinness is in TFA.
From TheWrap: Without China, TFA falls short of breaking global and foreign box office records set by Jurassic Park earlier this year.
From BoxOfficeMojo: "The Force Awakens" has the largest single day opening, $120 million, including the $57 million from Thursday night showing. The film has also set other box office records.
From HollywoodLife: 5 biggest spoilers in the film. (SPOILERS)
From Variety: $72.7 at international box office.
From YahooMovies: Daniel Craig's has a cameo as a member of the First Order. (SPOILERS)
From YahooMovies: Record setting opening night on Thursday.
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From VillageVoice: Amy Nicholson calls TFA the third good Star Wars film.
From TheVox: A not exactly glowing review by Todd VanDerWerff.
From THR: Todd McCarthy reviews the film WITH spoilers.
From NYT: Manohla Dargis reviews for The New York Times.
From TheVerge: A spoiler free review by Bryan Bishop.
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From YahooMovies: Star Wars: The Force Awakens - the second teaser/trailer.
From YouTube: Star Wars: The Force Awakens - the first teaser/trailer.
From Instagram: A 15-second clip from the film that is a straight tease.
From TheVerge: The new trailer is here.
From SlashFilm: Eeeek! Japanese trailer has new footage.
From Deadline: Chinese trailers with lots of new footage and dialogue!
From TechCrunch: There is a new TV spot... with new footage!!!
From YouTube: TV Spot #1
From YouTube: TV Spot #2
From YouTube: TV Spot #3
From TheVerge: TV Spot #4
From YouTube: TV Spot #5
From YouTube: TV Spot #6
From YouTube: TV Spot #7
From YouTube: TV Spot #8
From YouTube: TV Spot #9
From Facebook: "All the Way" TV spot (#10).
From YouTube: TV Spot #11
From YouTube: TV Spot #12
From YouTube: TV Spot #13
From YouTube: TV Spot #14
From YouTube: TV Spot #15 - Oscar Isaac introduces the clip in Spanish.
From YouTube: TV Spot #16
From YouTube: TV Spot #17
From YouTube: TV Spot #18
From YouTube: TV Spot #19
From YouTube: TV Spot #20
From YouTube: TV Spot #21
From YouTube: "In 5 days" spot.
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From YouTube: The long version of the Chewbacca BB-8 Verizon commercial: "A better network as explained by Star Wars.
From YouTube: C-P30 and R2-D2 meet BB-8 in commercial for "Priority."
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From YahooNews: Angry fans who want the return of the Expanded Universe (Star Wars Legends) threaten to spoil the film if they don't get their way.
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From YahooNews: Katie Couric talks to John Boyeag.
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From YahooMovies: The Rey toy reveal freak-out.
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From Vulture: Harrison Ford snuck into a preview.
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From YahooMovies: Actors replay their expressions from watching the movie.
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From IMDb: Actors describe their characters in "The Force Awakens."
From YahooNews: Lupita Nyong'o talks a little about Maz Kanata.
From THR: J.J. suggests Ava DuVernay for future Star Wars film.
From Deadline: Spielberg thought it should be J.J. Abrams.
From YahooMovies: Beastie Boys and "Lost" influence the name of new Star Wars character.
From YahooMovies: Robert Downey, Jr. mentors John Boyega.
From YahooMovies: Kylo Ren is a mess and other press junket reveals.
From YahooMovies: Abrams talks about the best way to watch the movie.
From Deadline: New character posters featuring Finn and Poe Dameron.
From CinemaBlend: Lucas has seen "The Force Awakens."
From YahooTV: Who is Supreme Leader Snoke?
From RollingStone: The magazine's in-depth feature on Star Wars.
From HitFix: Speculation on Vader's helmet.
From Mashable: Harrison Ford saw the film and likes it.
From YahooTV: J.J. talks to Howard Stern.
From HitFix: "The Force Awakens" soundtrack listing.
From YahooNews: The new planets are revealed.
From Variety: It's official: PG-13 for "sci-fi action violence."
From Variety: Win tickets to the Los Angeles or London premiere.
From Variety: More commentary from Lucas.
From CheatSheet: A essay about Lucas' "displeasure" at being left out of the making of Episode 7.
From YahooMovies: Why do people care what this bitch said?
From Deadline: John Boyega trying to manage expectations.
From CBS: The network's morning news airs part of an interview Charlie Rose conducted with George Lucas. The rest of the interview will air in December in conjunction with the 2015 Kennedy Center Honors, which Lucas is receiving.
From CinemaBlend: Meet the "Starkiller Base."
From YahooNews: More about Lupita Nyong'o's character "Maz Kanata."
From YahooGames: Don't call her princess.
From YahooGames: Stills to be published in Entertainment Weekly reveal a few things.
From YahooNews: Still more EW stills.
From FlickeringMyth: Supreme Leader Snoke?
From CinemaBlend: What is Daisey Ridley going to do on opening day?
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From Hitfix: Daniel Fleetwood died just days after getting a special screening of "The Force Awakens."
From TheVerge: Dying fan sees unedited version of "The Force Awakens."
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From SideshowCollectibles: Cause you want to see it again. Plus 10 moments worth experiencing again.
From SideshowCollectibles: See the new posters.
From FlickeringMyth: Will Yoda return?
From TheCheatSheet: More speculation on why Luke was left out of second trailer.
From FlickeringMyth: No more trailers, says J.J.
From CinemaBlend: The Luke Skywalker/Kylo Ren theory.
From YahooNews: Stormtroopers mass at Great Wall of China.
From CinemaBlend: 10 things Cinema Blend noticed about the new trailer.
From Hitfix: See Daisy Ridley's reaction to the latest trailer.
From CinemaBlend: Boyega flips over latest trailer.
From TheWrap: Crashing results from being trying to buy tickets online.
From SheKnows: Sad Star Wars boycott. It is put on by people who certainly will see the film.
From Forbes: The new "Star Wars" is not for you, fanboy.
From Variety: New (and final) poster revealed; tickets on sale Monday; trailer during Monday Night Football (Oct. 19th).
From YahooFinance: Netflix is negotiating to get the rights to "The Force Awakens."
From CinemaBlend: 136 minutes long; that's the rumor about TFA's run time.
From YahooMovies: New Star Wars characters accidentally unveiled.
From YahooNews: Rumor about Michael B. Jordan and Boba Fett solo movie.
From YahooMovies: John Boyega brushes past the haters.
From THR: "The Force Awakens" gets a date for its world premiere, December 14, 2015 - in Los Angeles, CA.
From YahooNews: Full trailer / final trailer due this month? Oct. 19th?
From Cinelinx: Lots of speculation about Finn.
From ScreenRant: New rumors: Skywalkers and Finn.
From YahooNews: Admiral Ackbar will be in "The Force Awakens."
From BleedingCool: More Hayden Christensen rumors.
From YahooNews: Rumors about Max Von Sydow's character in "The Force Awakens."
From THR: Script made Boyega cry.
From YahooNews: Hayden Christensen rumors about Episode 8.
From YahooNews: Disney might release the original theatrical cuts of the original Star Wars trilogy.
From YahooMovies: Star Wars film artifacts on auction.
From IGNAsia: Mark Hamill in Ireland to film Episode VIII?
From ScreenRant: A character guide with the website's own evaluations and speculations.
From ScreenRant: Trading cards may release more tidbits, especially about Rey.
From CinemaBlend: Rumor is that there will be a post-credit scene on "The Force Awakens."
From Comicvine: How Marvel Comics' "Shattered Empire" comic book connects to "The Force Awakens."
From Forbes: What is more important? That "The Force Awakens" be a big hit or be really good?
From TheGuardian: Anthony Daniels on secrecy and playing C-3PO.
From iDigitalTimes: Finn and Rey revealed?
From YahooMovies: 33 of the coolest new Star Wars items.
From YahooMovies: A first look at "The Force Awakens" toys.
From YahooTech: Meet the high-tech BB-8 from Sphero.
From Collider: A new villains international poster.
From YahooMovies: An article about the 15-seconds of heavenly tease.
From YahooGames: Kylo Ren is not a Sith!
From YahooMovies: Toy leak reveals Zuvio.
From YahooMakers: Young girl bullied for being a girl who likes Star Wars gets a special Stormtrooper suit.
From CheatSheet: They think they have good news about Han Solo solo film.
From HitFix: "The Force Awakens" heroes make cover of "Empire" magazine.
From Collider: "The Force Awakens" villains make cover of "Empire" magazine.
From CinemaBlend: Maz Kanata may stay under wraps until release of film.
From FlickeringMyth: Early concept art for Maz Kanata, the motion-capture character played by Lupita Nyong'o.
From YahooMovies: Oscar Isaac was a Lando fan.
From YahooMovies: John Boyega and the rest of the cast had lots of fun on the set.
From IndieRevolver: Concept art for the "Knights of Ren," that may also have been early designs for Kylo Ren.
From IndieRevolver: The first real good look at Luke Skywalker as will possibly be in "The Force Awakens.
From Collider: Abrams on Captain Phasma.
From FlickeringMyth: D23 interview with Abrams and cast.
From Collider: Initial cut of "The Force Awakens" is 124 minutes long (2 hours, 4 minutes).
From Variety: Cast photo from "Rogue One."
From HitFix: D23 exclusive Star Wars poster reveals something about Finn.
From AccessHollywood: New Star Wars details revealed at D23.
From EW: Entertainment Weekly goes whole hog on coverage of "The Force Awakens."
From YahooMovies: Some info on some character names from "The Force Awakens."
From YahooBeauty: CoverGirl launching "Star Wars" makeup line.
From YahooMovies: "Anakin" as a baby name.
From Toybox: Micro Machines returning for "The Force Awakens."
From EpochTimes: Rumors about the relationship between the villians.
From YahooMovies: Mark Hamill gives the best autographs.
From YahooMovies: No midi-chlorians.
From ScreenRant: SPOILER: In "Rogue One," Felicity Jones' character might be Boba Fett's daughter.
From EntertainmentWeekly: J.J. Abrams apparently broke his back trying to help Harrison on the set of "The Force Awakens."
From Cinelinx: Rumors of a Star Wars/Netflix deal on a live-action series or more than one abound.
From IBTimes: Tie-Fighter upgrades?
From YahooMovies: Michael Jackson wanted to be Jar Jar Banks.
From Variety: Benecio Del Toro for "Star Wars Episode 8."
From TheVerge: Leaked excerpt of the book, Star Wars: Aftermath, which is set immediately after the events of Return of the Jedi.
From FlickeringMyth: John Boyega shares image of Finn and Chewbacca in action together.
From TechCrunch: All in on this Rancor cosplay.
From YahooMovies: Amy Schumer does the metal bikini.
From ScreenRant: Han Solo back story revealed in The Force Awakens?
From CinemaBlend: Production Darren Gilford talks about the lengths to which J.J. Abrams went to connect his film to the original trilogy.
From Fortune: A short article on Star Wars sequels, spinoffs and re-releases.
From YahooMovies: Video of Princess Leia's return and more in the "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" behind-the-scenes video from ET. You must watch this..
From THR: Comic-Con 2015 panel footage raises questions.
From YahooMovies: Some advice Harrison Ford gave to Daisy Ridley.
From YahooMovies: Watch entire San Diego Comic-Con 2015 "Star Wars" panel.
From YahooMovies: Return of Harrison Ford...
From YahooFinance: Star Wars Comic-Con panel video offers surprises.
From Collider: Colin Trevorrow is rumored to be the choice to direct Star Wars IX. Trevorrow directed the box office smash, Jurassic World.
From Variety: May the donuts be with you.
From YahooMovies: Debut of new TIE fighter that is supposed to be huge.
From SunTimes: Darth Vader to make an appearance in "Rogue One."
From YahooMovies: Who and what from The Force Awakens will be at 2015 Comic-Con International.
From THR via YahooMovies: The LEGO Movie team of Chris Miller and Phil Lord are reportedly directing a Han Solo standalone Star Wars film.
From CinemaBlend: Donnie Yen for Episode 8.
From CinemaBlend: Marvel Comics ' "Star Wars: Shattered Empire" fills in some of the gap between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens.
From ScreenRant: Rey Solo... maybe or maybe not.
From CinemaBlend: Ewan McGregor down to come back.
From CinemaBlend: A new look Stormtrooper.
From MakingStarWars: Alan Dean Foster talks (a little) about writing novelization of The Force Awakens.
From MakingStarWars: Concept art for Han Solo, Poe, and Finn.
From CinemaBlend: Ken Leung is reportedly a cast member in "The Force Awakens."
From HitFix: 177 days until...
From IBT: Greg Grunberg's role revealed.
From CinemaBlend: Keeping The Force Awaken screenplay secret.
From Examiner: J.J. Abrams friend, actor, and The Force Awakens actors says the film is awesome.
From Hitfix: 179 days until... a look at "Star Wars Rebels" and a hint at a future duel between Darth Vader and Ben Kenobi.
From SlashFilm: Forest Whitaker for "Rogue One."
From FlickeringMyth: The week in Star Wars, ending June 20th, 2015.
From FlickeringMyth: New clip from the first episode of "Star Wars Rebels" Season 2.
From TechnoBuffalo: Leaked photos reveal the return of old friends.
From FlickeringMyth: Two new photos from The Force Awakens... maybe.
From Deadline via YahooTV: John Boyega has signed with talent agency WME.
From FlickeringMyth: A possible first look at Princess Leia in The Force Awakens.
From IBT: Who is Captain Phasma - some spoiler filled (maybe) answers.
From GuardianUK: A legend died recently, Christopher Lee. IMDb lists well over 200 TV and film credits for him, and two of those were in Star Wars films (as Dooku).
From EW: Star Wars toy peeks.
From FlickeringMyth: Daisy Ridley hints at parentage of Rey
From Toybox: Possible first look at new Stormtrooper action figure.
From CinemaBlend: Billie Lourd, the daughter of Carrie Fisher, says that she does not play Princess Leia's daughter in The Force Awakens.
From ThePlaylist: Han shot first - at least according to an early draft of the Star Wars script.
From ScreenRant: C-3PO with a red arm?
From SideshowCollectibles: Everything you need to know about The Force Awakens from the "Hot Toys" people.
From YahooGames: The "Original Trilogy" novels retold, beginning September 2015.
From YahooGames: Han Solo married?
From YahooMovies: I didn't know that there was a short film shown before The Empire Strikes Back, when it was first released back in 1980. I actually saw it back then, but I arrived late and the movie had already been started for about 5 minutes at least. Anyway, the short, entitled Black Angel, is being turned into a full-length film.
From YahooGames: Andy Serkis will play a character named Supreme Leader Snoke.
From CinemaBlend: A look at Lupita Nyong'o's character Maz Kanata via conceptual art.
From YahooMovies: John Boyega is a total Star Wars nerd.
From TheVox: Lightsaber colors explained.
From Mashable: Madame Tusands in London prepares to open Star Wars exhibition.
From YahooTV: No Princess Leia flashback in "The Force Awaken" ... or so she says.
From HuffingtonPost: More girls in Star Wars says little Miss Hanks.
From TheVox: Someone has found the "best" version of the original Star Wars.
From YahooMovies: Vanity Fair covers "The Force Awakens."
From AccessHollywood: More about the Vanity Fair shoot.
From YahooGames: More on Disney not using George Lucas' treatment for a new trilogy.
From YahooMovies: Episode VII's six confirmed new characters
From YahooMovies: Disney wary of Star Wars overload.
From Variety: The first merchandise from "The Force Awakens" hits stores September 4th, 2015.
From HuffingtonPost: "Chewie, we're home."
From Toybox: BB-8 has his own teaser toy website.
From ScreenRant: Who is the narrator in Trailer #2? Is Luke or... the son of Luke.
From YahooMovies: At Star Wars Celebration - Mark Hamill talks about being wary of J.J. Abrams and about a pivotal meeting with George Lucas.
From IGN: At Star Wars Celebration - fans learns what could have been had "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" not been cancelled. Some episodes would taken place after Revenge of the Sith.
From BleedingCool: Alan Dean Foster, the master of adapting science fiction films into novels, is writing the novelization of "The Force Awakens."
From YahooMovies: Yes, the release of the second trailer caused a fan freak out.
From CinemaBlend: The Empire and Rebel Alliance get new names.
From YahooTech: So how does that awesome little droid, BB-8, work?
From YahooMovies: What crashed that Star Destroyer in the second teaser.
From YahooMovies: 6 surprises as secrets from the second trailer/teaser for Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
From CinemaBlend: 7 big moments in the second teaser that you may have missed.
From YahooMovies: 5 scenes from second trailer that remind us of original trilogy.
From GuardianUK: Second trailer returns to franchise's strengths.
From YahooMovies: How much it costs to get an autograph or take a picture with a Star Wars personality.
From YahooFinance: Second teaser confirms one leaked plot detail... spoiler alert!
From Polygon: A closer look at the villain's costume and lightsaber.
From YahooTV: Fun with the fake Carrie Fisher/William Shatner feud.
From YahooMovies: George Lucas on corporate movie making and Episode VII.
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