Film News & Trailers

With the new version of the film ready to open tomorrow (watch that trailer) I thought it a good time to take a look back at the trailer from writer/director John Waters original film.  Larger trailer available in the Full Diagnois.  Enjoy, and come back tomorrow for our review on the new film starring John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, Amanda Bynes, Christopher Walken, and newcomer Nikki Blonsky.

Hairspray (1988)
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Joshua, the tale of an odd nine-year-old boy and his seriously dysfunctional family, opened last weekend (read the review).  Today we take a look behind the scenes.  First up, an interview with writer/director George Ratcliff and star Sam Rockwell on the films which influenced Joshua.  In the Full Diagnosis you will find a larger version of this interview plus the pair discussing co-stars Vera Farmiga, Jacob Koogan, and filming in New York City.  Enjoy!

Joshua
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Sam Rockwell and Writer/Director George Ratliff, sit down to discuss movies that influenced Joshua.

 

Sam Rockwell and Writer/Director George Ratliff, sit down to discuss Vera Fermiga’s performance in Joshua.

 

Sam Rockwell and Writer/Director George Ratliff, sit down to discuss Jacob Kogan’s performance in Joshua.

 

Sam Rockwell and Writer/Director George Ratliff, sit down to discuss filming in New York City for Joshua.

 

Director Adam Shankman (Cheaper by the Dozen 2, The Pacifier, Bringing Down the House) attempts to translate the Broadway musical about racial integration and a Balimore dance show.  The 1988 version starred Deborah Harry, Jerry Stiller, and Ricki Lake.  This new version features Nikki Blonsky, Amanda Bynes, Christopher Walken, Queen Latifah, Michelle Pfeiffer, James Marsden, Allison Janney, and John Travolota – in drag.  Check out the official site.  The musical sings itself into theaters everywhere on Friday and we’ll have the review!  Larger trailer available in the Full Diagnosis.

Hairspray
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Tim (Khan Chittenden) lives with his brother Mark (Richard Wilson) and his overbearing commediane mother (Brenda Blethyn).  When Tim falls in love with Jill (Emma Booth) his mother declares war and fights to keep her family together against this outsider who she sees as attempting to break-up her family.  Rebecca Gibney, Katie Wall, and Susan Kennedy also star.  Check out the official site.  The film, after playing for two weeks in limited release, opens wide on Friday.  Larger trailer available in the Full Diagnosis.

Introducing the Dwights
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What’s the #1 domestic terrorist threat to the US?  According to the FBI it’s the animal rights movement!  Curt Johnson examines the issue and interviews several celebrities including Katherine Heigl, James Cromwell, Betty White, Joe Mantegna, Jorja Fox, Alexandra Paul, Ben Stein, Tippy Hedren, and others.  Check out the official site and also the MySpace page.  The documentary opens in limited release in select cities on Friday.  Larger trailer available in the Full Diagnosis.

Your Mommy Kills Animals
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