With his debut single, ‘My Return Address is You,’ ascending to #33 on the Billboard Dance chart, rising artist Adam Davenport became one of the first Lgbt black artists to chart on Billboard. For a relatively unknown like Davenport, whose music has been released on the small label Independent Ear, to surpass well-established names in […]
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- 8/31/2017
- by Karen Benardello
- ShockYa
Remnants of Whitney Houston's life in the spotlight - and out of it - will soon be available to own for fans of the late, iconic singer. Houston, who died in February 2012, left behind a collection of colorful designer stage costumes, as well as numerous trophies - all up for auction by The Whitney Houston Estate at Heritage Auctions in Beverly Hills, California, on June 24 and 25. "We felt that it was time to give something of Whitney to the people who loved her and her music," Pat Houston, Whitney's manager, president of the Whitney Houston Estate and her sister-in-law,...
- 6/1/2016
- by Lindsay Kimble, @lekimble
- PEOPLE.com
Remnants of Whitney Houston's life in the spotlight - and out of it - will soon be available to own for fans of the late, iconic singer. Houston, who died in February 2012, left behind a collection of colorful designer stage costumes, as well as numerous trophies - all up for auction by The Whitney Houston Estate at Heritage Auctions in Beverly Hills, California, on June 24 and 25. "We felt that it was time to give something of Whitney to the people who loved her and her music," Pat Houston, Whitney's manager, president of the Whitney Houston Estate and her sister-in-law,...
- 6/1/2016
- by Lindsay Kimble, @lekimble
- PEOPLE.com
I’ve spoken to many people in my time, but few (if any) have the same credentials as Walter Murch, whose résumé would be amazing if it was only for the collaborations with Francis Ford Coppola: editing and / or audio work on all three Godfather films and The Conversation, truly groundbreaking sound design on Apocalypse Now, editing the terribly ignored Youth Without Youth and Tetro — even being around for the early days of The Rain People and lesser-seen oddities such as Captain Eo. But that’s not the half of it, really, since he’s also been instrumental in proving how consumer-grade editing software can be as effective as high-end systems. And then there’s the work that helped George Lucas getting his career started. And the cult sensation that is his only directorial effort, Return to Oz. Or his book, In the Blink of an Eye, which is...
- 11/18/2015
- by Nick Newman
- The Film Stage
It looks like Disney is ready to retire Michael Jackson’s 3D adventure film Captain Eo for good. Even though the movie hasn’t played at Disneyland for years, it’s still been an attraction at Walt Disney World’s Epcot Center. But it won’t be for much longer.
According to the Disney fan blog Chip & Company the final screening of the film will take place on December 6th. The even posted proof with this poster that was posted outside of the attraction.
Captain Eo was released in 1986, and I would watch it every time I went to Disneyland up until the point that they removed it. I am such a big fan of the Francis Ford Coppola-directed sci-fi film, and it’s kind of sad to hear that it will no longer be a part of any of the Disney parks.
The next time we might see...
According to the Disney fan blog Chip & Company the final screening of the film will take place on December 6th. The even posted proof with this poster that was posted outside of the attraction.
Captain Eo was released in 1986, and I would watch it every time I went to Disneyland up until the point that they removed it. I am such a big fan of the Francis Ford Coppola-directed sci-fi film, and it’s kind of sad to hear that it will no longer be a part of any of the Disney parks.
The next time we might see...
- 11/16/2015
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
I still haven’t gotten into Disney’s popular collectible toy video game platform Disney Infinity, despite the fact I own four Disney Infinity figures (hey, they just look cool). Disney is gearing up to launch the third version of the game platform which will include Star Wars, Inside Out and more, and now we are hearing […]
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- 6/24/2015
- by Peter Sciretta
- Slash Film
Film composer James Horner died at the age of 61 on Monday (June 22) after the small airplane he was piloting crashed near Santa Barbara, Calif. Initial reports did not identify Horner as the plane's sole occupant, only that a plane registered to him was found crash-landed in Ventucopa, Calif., at 9:30am Pst, and that the pilot was dead. Agents Michael Gorfaine and Sam Schwartz and attorney Jay Cooper today (June 23) confirmed Horner was the pilot. Horner was a film composer long associated with some of cinema's most influential names, from James Cameron to Ron Howard to Roger Corman. His first score was for 1979's "The Lady in Red" but had his biggest break with 1982's "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan." "Aliens" (1986) yielded his first of many Academy Award nominations for Best Original Score (and also Best Original Dramatic Score, from the '90s). The two Oscars he won...
- 6/24/2015
- by Katie Hasty
- Hitfix
James Horner, the Academy Award-winning film composer responsible for the unforgettable scores from films like Titanic, Braveheart and Avatar, died Monday in a plane crash outside Santa Barbara, California. He was 61. While early reports stated that a single-engine plane owned by the composer had crashed into a remote area, it was later confirmed that Horner was piloting the plane and was the crash's lone fatality.
"We have lost an amazing person with a huge heart and unbelievable talent," Horner's assistant Sylvia Patrycja wrote on Facebook (via The Hollywood Reporter). "He died doing what he loved.
"We have lost an amazing person with a huge heart and unbelievable talent," Horner's assistant Sylvia Patrycja wrote on Facebook (via The Hollywood Reporter). "He died doing what he loved.
- 6/23/2015
- Rollingstone.com
It's tough to stand out among the other Super Bowl commercials, but the 30-second trailer for Disney's Tomorrowland turned a few heads - and probably brought back memories of Space Mountain. Yes, it's a movie inspired by Disneyland's futuristic-themed sector, and it's not the first time Disney transformed a ride into a feature film. Considering that some of the theme park's attractions have been beloved to Disney fans for years, it's surprising it took 60 years for Tomorrowland to spawn a movie. (California's Disneyland turns 60 this year, with plenty of celebrations foot.) To mark the World of Tomorrow's transition to the screen,...
- 2/5/2015
- by Drew Mackie, @drewgmackie
- PEOPLE.com
I spent all week trying to scheme for some angle to not have to see Mortdecai. Maybe this would be a good week to go see a couple Oscar contenders that we missed, maybe our readers would rather hear about The Boy Next Door and see if there’s any chance of a J. Lo comeback, anything to keep me from having to write about a movie that looked to be Johnny Depp doing his best to murder his career on the same hill Mike Meyers went to for The Love Guru. Finally, late on Friday, I came up with a counterpitch that stuck: I should go see Strange Magic because it’s a George Lucas film (or at least a George Lucas story credit) and ComicMix readers probably have a strong opinion one way or the other on the man who launched and arguably sank two of the biggest geek franchises of all time.
- 1/27/2015
- by Arthur Tebbel
- Comicmix.com
LucasArts
Disney, oh Disney, you really are loved. You’ve brought the world immeasurable joy over the years. From your Magical Kingdom, to your iconic movies, you’ve provided people with more ‘warm and fuzzies’ than snuggling with a puppy on Christmas morning.
Ah yes, the world watched when Cinderella lost her glass slipper but Prince Charming found her anyways. People marvelled in awe the first time they walked down Main Street USA and saw all of their favourite characters come to life before their very eyes. The masses screamed with joy and glee when they witnessed the pure genius of Michael Jackson’s Captain Eo! Wait, scratch that last part.
The point is you are loved, because you have provided so many magical moments over the years. You gave life to so many treasured things. And then in an instant you killed something so near and dear to many people.
Disney, oh Disney, you really are loved. You’ve brought the world immeasurable joy over the years. From your Magical Kingdom, to your iconic movies, you’ve provided people with more ‘warm and fuzzies’ than snuggling with a puppy on Christmas morning.
Ah yes, the world watched when Cinderella lost her glass slipper but Prince Charming found her anyways. People marvelled in awe the first time they walked down Main Street USA and saw all of their favourite characters come to life before their very eyes. The masses screamed with joy and glee when they witnessed the pure genius of Michael Jackson’s Captain Eo! Wait, scratch that last part.
The point is you are loved, because you have provided so many magical moments over the years. You gave life to so many treasured things. And then in an instant you killed something so near and dear to many people.
- 1/8/2015
- by Scott Barstead
- Obsessed with Film
(Cbr) Promotion of Marvel Studios films at Disney parks has become a regular occurrence, and that pattern is set to continue starting July 4 with "Guardians of the Galaxy": Disney has announced that fans can get an early look at the movie on both coasts, with events at Disneyland in Anaheim, California and Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. A 3D preview of "Guardians" -- with "special in-theater effects" -- will take residence at the Magic Eye Theater in Tomorrowland, normally the home of "Captain Eo." No need for Michael Jackson fans to despair 00 "Captain Eo" is expected to return in the future, after Star-Lord and the crew get their time in the theme park spotlight. On the other side of the country, Walt Disney World guests will be able to get a taste of "Guardians" in RealD 3D at the ABC Sound Studio, in the complex's Disney’s Hollywood Studios park.
- 6/11/2014
- by Albert Ching, Comic Book Resources
- Hitfix
The Guardians of the Galaxy are taking out Michael Jackson. Sort of. A new 3D preview of the upcoming Marvel film will replace the Captain Eo film, starring Michael Jackson, at Disneyland in California beginning July 4. The same preview will appear at ABC Sound Studio in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Walt Disney World Florida fans. Don’t worry […]
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- 6/9/2014
- by Germain Lussier
- Slash Film
Why Watch? Robbin is out to change lives, admire great skylights and assure you that the snake attacking you isn’t poisonous. Simply put, he’s a good dude. All he wants to do is show you a brief presentation about his religion and expose you to the truth about your personal DNA structure. You’d let him in your house, right? He seems legit. This wondrously bizarre short film goes door to door in a Captain Eo costume, offering a bit of psychedelia and a dent for skepticism. Matthew Lessner’s Chapel Perilous (which may be a reference to King Arthur or an occult psychological state) takes an inch to move forward, but once the wacky ball starts rolling, it explores some radical, hilarious territory while grabbing you by the jaw. A literal crowd pleaser, it won the Audience Award at Sundance this year. Check it out while you still can: What Will It Cost? About...
- 1/29/2014
- by Scott Beggs
- FilmSchoolRejects.com
Welcome to Issue 12 of ‘The Marvelous Da7e!’
Real quick mission statement: this column is for discussion of superhero movie news and superhero movies. Titular allegiance aside, this sphere includes non-Marvel properties.
This week: What we can learn by defining Howard The Duck.
Pardon me, but I’ve been re-watching Howard The Duck. The 1986 live-action creature-feature “sci-fi/comedy,” PG-rated zoophilia and notorious flop.
It’s not a good movie. It’s an enjoyable movie, but not because of what is on screen…okay, scratch-that. It has the most physically attractive appearence of Lea Thompson on film and this time, she’s not the mother of our main character, so you can totally lust after her up until the end where it seems like she’s actually going to have sex with this duck.
Ducks, who – by the way – are basically rapists across the board. But that’s neither here nor there.
Real quick mission statement: this column is for discussion of superhero movie news and superhero movies. Titular allegiance aside, this sphere includes non-Marvel properties.
This week: What we can learn by defining Howard The Duck.
Pardon me, but I’ve been re-watching Howard The Duck. The 1986 live-action creature-feature “sci-fi/comedy,” PG-rated zoophilia and notorious flop.
It’s not a good movie. It’s an enjoyable movie, but not because of what is on screen…okay, scratch-that. It has the most physically attractive appearence of Lea Thompson on film and this time, she’s not the mother of our main character, so you can totally lust after her up until the end where it seems like she’s actually going to have sex with this duck.
Ducks, who – by the way – are basically rapists across the board. But that’s neither here nor there.
- 9/4/2013
- by Da7e
- LRMonline.com
Return to Oz
Directed by Walter Murch
Written by Walter Murch and Gil Dennis
Starring Fairuza Balk, Nicol Williamson, Jean Marsh, Piper Laurie
The concept of a “Disney movie” will always be accompanied by a unique set of preconceived notions, and yet we can’t ever totally agree on what it means for a film to have “Disney movie” qualities. The presumption is that a “Disney movie” is not only family-friendly but potentially neutered, enforcing juvenile ideas that can frame a child’s mind throughout their entire adolescence. But sometimes, “Disney movies” rely on intense, nightmarish imagery that dwarfs any happy ending, any predictable moralistic message. So films like Bambi are remembered now less for an evocative depiction of nature, and more because the title character’s mother is felled by a bullet halfway through. And yet, even these championed favorites do not wallow in the darkness, or let that tone pervade the entire atmosphere.
Directed by Walter Murch
Written by Walter Murch and Gil Dennis
Starring Fairuza Balk, Nicol Williamson, Jean Marsh, Piper Laurie
The concept of a “Disney movie” will always be accompanied by a unique set of preconceived notions, and yet we can’t ever totally agree on what it means for a film to have “Disney movie” qualities. The presumption is that a “Disney movie” is not only family-friendly but potentially neutered, enforcing juvenile ideas that can frame a child’s mind throughout their entire adolescence. But sometimes, “Disney movies” rely on intense, nightmarish imagery that dwarfs any happy ending, any predictable moralistic message. So films like Bambi are remembered now less for an evocative depiction of nature, and more because the title character’s mother is felled by a bullet halfway through. And yet, even these championed favorites do not wallow in the darkness, or let that tone pervade the entire atmosphere.
- 2/16/2013
- by Josh Spiegel
- SoundOnSight
So Brad Bird’s mysterious sci-fi drama that’s supposedly similar in tone to Steven Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind now might be about … the futuristic section of the Walt Disney theme parks? Ok, probably not, but Disney did confirm that Bird’s picture officially changed its title from 1952 to Tomorrowland, leaving us to speculate on whether this is a nod to the portions of the Anaheim and Orlando parks that house such popular rides as Space Mountain, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters and Captain Eo. Tomorrowland will be Bird’s live-action follow up to his massively successful Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol. The director got his start in animation, though, helming The Incredibles and Ratatouille...
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- 1/29/2013
- by affiliates@fandango.com
- Fandango
Walt Disney Studios has been keeping details about George Clooney's "1952" project under lock and key, with the exception of announcing a 2014 release date. Now comes the news Clooney is confirmed to star, and the film's title is officially "Tomorrowland."
Plot details have remained closely guarded, but it's been reported the film, written by Damon Lindelof ("Star Trek," "Prometheus") and Brad Bird ("The Incredibles," "Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol") is a sci-fi alien flick, a la "Close Encounters of the Third Kind."
The title was said to reference a file box, labeled "1952," found in Walt Disney's development lab after his death.
For the uninitiated, Tomorrowland is also one of eight "lands" at Disneyland Park. Walt bought the property in 1953, so perhaps there is some connection there. Or it could just be a clever way for Disney to capitalize on the sure success of the Clooney vehicle with a tie-in for the amusement park.
Plot details have remained closely guarded, but it's been reported the film, written by Damon Lindelof ("Star Trek," "Prometheus") and Brad Bird ("The Incredibles," "Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol") is a sci-fi alien flick, a la "Close Encounters of the Third Kind."
The title was said to reference a file box, labeled "1952," found in Walt Disney's development lab after his death.
For the uninitiated, Tomorrowland is also one of eight "lands" at Disneyland Park. Walt bought the property in 1953, so perhaps there is some connection there. Or it could just be a clever way for Disney to capitalize on the sure success of the Clooney vehicle with a tie-in for the amusement park.
- 1/28/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Welcome to "Where on the Shelf Is..." In this column, I look at great TV shows and movies that have never been on DVD and/or Blu-ray. For your pleasure and out of all of our frustrations, this column examines the Where, When and, of course, Why?! of these non-releases. Up this week is...Captain Eo What Is It?: By the mid-'80s, Michael Jackson had already established himself as one of the most profitable and prolific musicians ever. At the time, he had 10+ Grammys, a partial...
- 12/11/2012
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
After a few days literally in the dark post Hurricane Sandy I logged back online Wednesday to find a perplexing Facebook post. It read; “Leia is officially a Disney Princess.”
Scrolling down my feed I finally got the news; ‘Episode 7 slated for 2015 and More Movies Planned as Disney Buys Lucasfilm.’ As a ravenous fan of Star Wars, Indiana Jones and other Lucas-fare, my reaction was instant excitement. While many fans are sure to gripe about the merger, I won’t be one of them. Here’s why…
First thing to remember is that Disney has long been known for and focused on the business of children’s entertainment. In fact, Disney has forever been the leader in this narrow yet heavily marketable genre. These notions will likely cause some to jump to the conclusion that Disney will Mickey Mousify Star Wars with adolescent marketing and a cutesy makeover suited to the Disney brand.
Scrolling down my feed I finally got the news; ‘Episode 7 slated for 2015 and More Movies Planned as Disney Buys Lucasfilm.’ As a ravenous fan of Star Wars, Indiana Jones and other Lucas-fare, my reaction was instant excitement. While many fans are sure to gripe about the merger, I won’t be one of them. Here’s why…
First thing to remember is that Disney has long been known for and focused on the business of children’s entertainment. In fact, Disney has forever been the leader in this narrow yet heavily marketable genre. These notions will likely cause some to jump to the conclusion that Disney will Mickey Mousify Star Wars with adolescent marketing and a cutesy makeover suited to the Disney brand.
- 11/4/2012
- by Tony Nunes
- SoundOnSight
Tim Burton is never one to shy away from the bizarre and unexpected. While he has been able to push many boundaries, sometimes getting the studio on board is his biggest problem.
"My favorite one was when I tried to convince the studio to make my idea of a musical version of 'House Of Wax' with Michael Jackson," Burton tells Yahoo! UK. "It was many years ago but that's the one that springs to mind. They did not go for that one at all."
"House of Wax" was originally released in 1953 as a horror movie (it was a remake of 1933's "Mystery of the Wax Museum"). The film centers around a Madame Tussauds-esque wax museum and the spooky turn it takes after being set on fire. It was remade in 2005, starring Elisha Cuthbert, Chad Michael Murray and Paris Hilton.
Though Jackson had limited experience as an actor, Burton...
"My favorite one was when I tried to convince the studio to make my idea of a musical version of 'House Of Wax' with Michael Jackson," Burton tells Yahoo! UK. "It was many years ago but that's the one that springs to mind. They did not go for that one at all."
"House of Wax" was originally released in 1953 as a horror movie (it was a remake of 1933's "Mystery of the Wax Museum"). The film centers around a Madame Tussauds-esque wax museum and the spooky turn it takes after being set on fire. It was remade in 2005, starring Elisha Cuthbert, Chad Michael Murray and Paris Hilton.
Though Jackson had limited experience as an actor, Burton...
- 10/23/2012
- by Madeline Boardman
- Huffington Post
In this week's momentous 100th episode, Tyler and Ben bring the original team back together with Pat Miller and Jared Blanchard to discuss Jean-Claude Van Damme's 1996 film, The Quest.
Introduction
Character Name Game Intro - 2:23
Media Consumed
Tyler
Recounting Various Adventures at the Ucb Theater - 3:05
Jared
"Frasier" - 5:35
Pat
Cloud Atlas trailer - 8:25
Ben
Captain Eo at Disneyland - 12:55
Review
The Quest - 19:18
Wrap-Up
Tyler Drops A Bomb - 49:03
Listener E-mail/Voicemail/Twitter - 51:10
Character Name Game - 54:08
Where You Can Find Us - 56:00
"Frasier" Guest Caller Montage...
Introduction
Character Name Game Intro - 2:23
Media Consumed
Tyler
Recounting Various Adventures at the Ucb Theater - 3:05
Jared
"Frasier" - 5:35
Pat
Cloud Atlas trailer - 8:25
Ben
Captain Eo at Disneyland - 12:55
Review
The Quest - 19:18
Wrap-Up
Tyler Drops A Bomb - 49:03
Listener E-mail/Voicemail/Twitter - 51:10
Character Name Game - 54:08
Where You Can Find Us - 56:00
"Frasier" Guest Caller Montage...
- 8/7/2012
- by Ben Pearson
- GeekTyrant
London, May 15: Some of Michael Jackson's signature costumes, including one of his right-handed crystal gloves are set to go under the hammer.
It is expected that the sparkling accessory will fetch in excess of 250,000 pounds, the price paid for an almost identical item in 2009.
Other pieces on offer include the 50-year-old's Captain Eo shirt, the black spandex outfit from his 'Scream' video and the breakaway suit he wore during his Bad tour in the late 1980s.
Before going to auction this December, the entire collection.
It is expected that the sparkling accessory will fetch in excess of 250,000 pounds, the price paid for an almost identical item in 2009.
Other pieces on offer include the 50-year-old's Captain Eo shirt, the black spandex outfit from his 'Scream' video and the breakaway suit he wore during his Bad tour in the late 1980s.
Before going to auction this December, the entire collection.
- 5/15/2012
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
When Disney announced that James Cameron had agreed to help develop "Avatarland", fans were divided. While the diehard Avatar fans were thrilled that Disney's Imagineers were going to bring the world of Pandora to life, there were others who were less than pleased. Some even questioned why join up with Cameron when they already had a franchise cash-cow to deal with: Star Wars. In 2010, Disney relaunched their Star Wars-themed attraction, "Star Tours" into "Star Tours: The Adventure Continues" featuring Anthony Daniels reprising his role as C-3Po in the middle of an all-new 3D adventure. Fans were overjoyed. But what if Disney put their resources into building a full-length Star Wars-themed environment for one of their parks? It could be sooner than you think, but not where you might expect...
That's right! Disneyland Paris! Apparently, some Imagineers have revealed plans for a "more expansive Star Wars experience including...
- 4/28/2012
- by Zack Parks
- GeekTyrant
Disney Unveils Traveling "Fanniversary" Theatrical Roadshow Featuring Rare Clips, Photos, Art & More
According to Variety, Disney is planning a showcase of "rare and never-before-seen clips, photos, and art," during its first ever "Fanniversary" show, a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience that will roll out this spring/summer. The concept behind the awkwardly titled "Fanniversary" is to celebrate shows, cartoons, movies, and theme park attractions that are experiencing their anniversary this year, the biggest being the 30th birthday of the opening of Epcot Center in Florida.
Other events worth celebrating are the 1937 debut of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarves," the first-ever feature length animated movie (derided at the time of production as a costly folly but now seen as a groundbreaking, magnificently entertaining classic) and the launch of the George Lucas/Disney simulator ride Star Tours (Variety erroneously reports its opening of 1997; it actually debuted at Disneyland in 1987, a year after the first Lucas/Disney collaboration, the 3D Michael Jackson sci-fi musical "Captain Eo...
Other events worth celebrating are the 1937 debut of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarves," the first-ever feature length animated movie (derided at the time of production as a costly folly but now seen as a groundbreaking, magnificently entertaining classic) and the launch of the George Lucas/Disney simulator ride Star Tours (Variety erroneously reports its opening of 1997; it actually debuted at Disneyland in 1987, a year after the first Lucas/Disney collaboration, the 3D Michael Jackson sci-fi musical "Captain Eo...
- 3/28/2012
- by Drew Taylor
- The Playlist
Associated Press
Here are profiles of the seven men and five women serving on the jury in the trial of Dr. Conrad Murray, who has pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of Michael Jackson.
_Hispanic man, 51, from Whittier. A U.S. Postal Service supervisor who oversees 30 people and has some college education. Believes celebrities bend the rules and feel they can act as they please. Considers himself a fan of Jackson's music. First-time juror. Has five children, five grandchildren.
_White woman, 57, born in Spain, lives in Alhambra. Account manager who supervises others and has some college. Watches "CSI" and followed the O.J. Simpson case on TV. Has been on five juries and was once a forewoman. All those juries reached verdicts. Believes celebrities feel they can act as they please. Not a fan of Jackson. Divorced, with two children, two grandchildren.
_White man, 45, management consultant from West Los Angeles with an Mba.
Here are profiles of the seven men and five women serving on the jury in the trial of Dr. Conrad Murray, who has pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of Michael Jackson.
_Hispanic man, 51, from Whittier. A U.S. Postal Service supervisor who oversees 30 people and has some college education. Believes celebrities bend the rules and feel they can act as they please. Considers himself a fan of Jackson's music. First-time juror. Has five children, five grandchildren.
_White woman, 57, born in Spain, lives in Alhambra. Account manager who supervises others and has some college. Watches "CSI" and followed the O.J. Simpson case on TV. Has been on five juries and was once a forewoman. All those juries reached verdicts. Believes celebrities feel they can act as they please. Not a fan of Jackson. Divorced, with two children, two grandchildren.
_White man, 45, management consultant from West Los Angeles with an Mba.
- 11/4/2011
- by Simon McCormack
- Huffington Post
The Movie Pool joins a Q&A with Ben Snow, the Oscar-nominated visual effects supervisor for Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.
Australian native Ben Snow of Industrial Light and Magic has been responsible for some of the most iconic cinematic visual effects of recent times. His first job was creating the CGI Enterprise for Star Trek: Generations, and he later went on to work on films including Twister, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, The Mummy, and Galaxy Quest. He has been nominated for Academy Awards for his work on Pearl Harbor, Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Iron Man, and Iron Man 2. For his latest project, he took to the high seas for the latest Jack Sparrow adventure Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Among his challenges were bringing mermaids to life and melding CGI effects into a real-world environment.
The Movie Pool recently...
Australian native Ben Snow of Industrial Light and Magic has been responsible for some of the most iconic cinematic visual effects of recent times. His first job was creating the CGI Enterprise for Star Trek: Generations, and he later went on to work on films including Twister, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, The Mummy, and Galaxy Quest. He has been nominated for Academy Awards for his work on Pearl Harbor, Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Iron Man, and Iron Man 2. For his latest project, he took to the high seas for the latest Jack Sparrow adventure Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Among his challenges were bringing mermaids to life and melding CGI effects into a real-world environment.
The Movie Pool recently...
- 10/22/2011
- Cinelinx
The Movie Pool joins a Q&A with Ben Snow, the Oscar-nominated visual effects supervisor for Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.
Australian native Ben Snow of Industrial Light and Magic has been responsible for some of the most iconic cinematic visual effects of recent times. His first job was creating the CGI Enterprise for Star Trek: Generations, and he later went on to work on films including Twister, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, The Mummy, and Galaxy Quest. He has been nominated for Academy Awards for his work on Pearl Harbor, Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Iron Man, and Iron Man 2. For his latest project, he took to the high seas for the latest Jack Sparrow adventure Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Among his challenges were bringing mermaids to life and melding CGI effects into a real-world environment.
The Movie Pool recently...
Australian native Ben Snow of Industrial Light and Magic has been responsible for some of the most iconic cinematic visual effects of recent times. His first job was creating the CGI Enterprise for Star Trek: Generations, and he later went on to work on films including Twister, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, The Mummy, and Galaxy Quest. He has been nominated for Academy Awards for his work on Pearl Harbor, Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Iron Man, and Iron Man 2. For his latest project, he took to the high seas for the latest Jack Sparrow adventure Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Among his challenges were bringing mermaids to life and melding CGI effects into a real-world environment.
The Movie Pool recently...
- 10/22/2011
- Cinelinx
This month, the Happiest Place on Earth hits middle age.
Forty years ago, Walt Disney World opened in a tiny Florida town called Bay Lake, about 20 minutes outside Orlando, a place that was just a smattering of orange groves in the middle of nowhere.
Walt Disney had already revolutionized in-person, multimedia entertainment in 1955 with Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., but the space limitations of the park had hobbled his original vision. Not to mention that it still relied upon some old-fashioned assumptions about amusement parks: the park should be open only five days a week; it should be primarily oriented towards...
Forty years ago, Walt Disney World opened in a tiny Florida town called Bay Lake, about 20 minutes outside Orlando, a place that was just a smattering of orange groves in the middle of nowhere.
Walt Disney had already revolutionized in-person, multimedia entertainment in 1955 with Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., but the space limitations of the park had hobbled his original vision. Not to mention that it still relied upon some old-fashioned assumptions about amusement parks: the park should be open only five days a week; it should be primarily oriented towards...
- 10/7/2011
- by Christian Blauvelt
- EW.com - PopWatch
I was lucky enough to participate in a roundtable discussion with Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides’ Visual Effects Supervisor Ben Snow. It was a pleasure to be a part of this interesting talk, so read on below for Ben’s insights.
Ben Snow
When producing the mermaids-scenes, what where your inspirations for their movement and the general “look” of the mermaids?
Ben Snow: We wanted to avoid the classic ‘woman in a mono-fin’ that has been seen in past mermaid films so we studied a variety of marine mammals and fish for the motion of the mermaids. We also had synchronized swimmers and professional athletes that we filmed on set to help guide the animation. As for the look, we were trying to create something different than what you’ve seen before but keep it rooted in reality. We used reference of sea life, human skin, etc.
Ben Snow
When producing the mermaids-scenes, what where your inspirations for their movement and the general “look” of the mermaids?
Ben Snow: We wanted to avoid the classic ‘woman in a mono-fin’ that has been seen in past mermaid films so we studied a variety of marine mammals and fish for the motion of the mermaids. We also had synchronized swimmers and professional athletes that we filmed on set to help guide the animation. As for the look, we were trying to create something different than what you’ve seen before but keep it rooted in reality. We used reference of sea life, human skin, etc.
- 9/29/2011
- by Donny Broussard
- Killer Films
This week, Wamg had the opportunity to participate in a virtual roundtable with Ben Snow, the Visual Effects Supervisor at Industrial Light and Magic (Ilm) for Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, and ask him some questions about his experiences in the visual effects world.
Raised in rural Australia, Ben Snow studied computing and film at the University of Canberra. He did a variety of work and traveled extensively before working as a runner for a computer graphics house in London. Snow later returned to Australia to set up the computer animation department for a company in Sydney where he worked on commercials, broadcast idents and openers, including a computer graphics title sequence for Beyond 2000.
Snow left Australia to join Industrial Light & Magic in 1994, where his first project was to help create the three-dimensional computer graphics image of the .Enterprise B. for Star Trek: Generations. This version had...
Raised in rural Australia, Ben Snow studied computing and film at the University of Canberra. He did a variety of work and traveled extensively before working as a runner for a computer graphics house in London. Snow later returned to Australia to set up the computer animation department for a company in Sydney where he worked on commercials, broadcast idents and openers, including a computer graphics title sequence for Beyond 2000.
Snow left Australia to join Industrial Light & Magic in 1994, where his first project was to help create the three-dimensional computer graphics image of the .Enterprise B. for Star Trek: Generations. This version had...
- 9/21/2011
- by Melissa Howland
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Hello Hello blog readers, it’s me, Da7e.Shamon-ah! You can say that “Dave with-a-seven” or “Dave-seven” or just “Dave.” Or don’t talk to me, I’m fine with that as well. This week we’re going to talk about Michael Jackson. And I know this is a website about film, so we’re going to narrow the focus even more: Michael Jackson’s Music Videos... wait ... there’s a ton of those as well. Ok, let’s make it even More specific. Michael Jackson loved documenting Michael Jackson. Which ended up not being creepy, because the guy was a genius. There might have been a few years there were the country thought he was a pedophile (with young boys, which was not okay, instead of Roman Polanski, which is somehow a grey area amongst film lovers). Good news: none of those charges stuck. Then he died and we were all sad.
- 8/25/2011
- LRMonline.com
Ever since Bing Crosby starred in the 1930 film "King of Jazz," countless musicians have tried, with varying degrees of success, to parlay their musical ability into a side career in film.
The following list -- dug up in honor of this Sunday's Video Music Awards on MTV -- is proof that not all musicians are created equal when it comes to their acting abilities.
For every Mariah Carey in "Precious," you can find a Mariah Carey in "Glitter," but these 40 artists have shown that they can, at least some of the time, create memorable roles and transcend their musical careers. Sometimes, they even win Oscars.
40. Madonna
During the nascent years of MTV, no female artist had more influence visually than the Material Girl, whose mix of eye-popping fantasy and gritty urban realism videos continue to influence a generation of vocalists. Despite a Best Actress Golden Globe for 1996's "Evita," the...
The following list -- dug up in honor of this Sunday's Video Music Awards on MTV -- is proof that not all musicians are created equal when it comes to their acting abilities.
For every Mariah Carey in "Precious," you can find a Mariah Carey in "Glitter," but these 40 artists have shown that they can, at least some of the time, create memorable roles and transcend their musical careers. Sometimes, they even win Oscars.
40. Madonna
During the nascent years of MTV, no female artist had more influence visually than the Material Girl, whose mix of eye-popping fantasy and gritty urban realism videos continue to influence a generation of vocalists. Despite a Best Actress Golden Globe for 1996's "Evita," the...
- 8/24/2011
- by Jason Newman
- NextMovie
The nerdiest panel to have ever occurred at San Diego ComicCon may have happened this past Saturday. What was it, you ask? Was it a secret panel for The Dark Knight Rises? A debate as to whether Wolverine or Batman would win in a fight? An hour-long discussion on how to make a Jedi robe?No. It was Francis Ford Coppola's presentation of his latest film, "Twixt," 3D ghost / vampire story starring Val Kilmer, Elle Fanning, and Ben Barnes. At first glance, that doesn't sound particularly nerdy, but then the panel became a lengthy discussion on how Coppola plans on using his i-Pad to enhance your viewing pleasure. We're talking intricate details and demonstrations of tech, and frankly, that's way geekier than a Green Lantern panel. Especially when your 3D glasses are built into an Edgar Allen Poe mask. And as Coppola fiddled with his i-Pad, to varying degrees of success,...
- 7/24/2011
- LRMonline.com
When Francis Ford Coppola revealed a few months ago that he wanted to present his upcoming horror film Twixt in a way “that’s never been done before,” it turned some heads. While he isn’t normally one to do anything radical, he’s experimented in the past — just look at his 3D short, Captain Eo — but never really to a point that would be seen as groundbreaking. After learning that the plans would be unveiled at Comic-Con, it became my most anticipated panel of the entire event. They’ve now been shown off, and it seems even more interesting than anything I had predicted.
The basic plan calls for both the filmmaker and composer, Dan Deacon, to go on a 30-city tour with it, where they’ll re-edit the movie and soundtrack as audiences are watching it play before them. This was demonstrated when Coppola took out his iPad...
The basic plan calls for both the filmmaker and composer, Dan Deacon, to go on a 30-city tour with it, where they’ll re-edit the movie and soundtrack as audiences are watching it play before them. This was demonstrated when Coppola took out his iPad...
- 7/24/2011
- by Nick Newman
- The Film Stage
Trailers are an under-appreciated art form insofar that many times they’re seen as vehicles for showing footage, explaining films away, or showing their hand about what moviegoers can expect. Foreign, domestic, independent, big budget: I celebrate all levels of trailers and hopefully this column will satisfactorily give you a baseline of what beta wave I’m operating on, because what better way to hone your skills as a thoughtful moviegoer than by deconstructing these little pieces of advertising? Some of the best authors will tell you that writing a short story is a lot harder than writing a long one, that you have to weigh every sentence. What better medium to see how this theory plays itself out beyond that than with movie trailers? Ra.One Trailer Realize that when we showcased the teaser trailer for this film [1] a few months ago you animals went wild with dozens upon...
- 7/15/2011
- by Christopher Stipp
- Slash Film
Gaga's latest is full of nods to fashion, film, fine art and the occasional West Texas weirdo.
By James Montgomery
Lady Gaga
Photo: Tom Briglia/ WireImage
By now, you've had a few hours to digest Lady Gaga's brand-new "Born This Way" video, a starry, swirly, some would say gnarly clip that features plenty of astral afterbirth, a snarling man-zombie and exactly one shimmering unicorn.
So, yes, "Btw" is most definitely an eye-catching, high-concept thing — as Gaga told BBC's Radio 1, it's meant to showcase "the birth of a new race," which doesn't make it all that different from all of her videos, if you think about it.
And, much like her earlier work, "Btw" is also loaded with blink-and-you'll-miss-it moments, carefully constructed odes to fashion, film, fine art and, uh, West Texas weirdos. So, in the same way we broke down her "Telephone" and "Alejandro" clips, we've decided to put...
By James Montgomery
Lady Gaga
Photo: Tom Briglia/ WireImage
By now, you've had a few hours to digest Lady Gaga's brand-new "Born This Way" video, a starry, swirly, some would say gnarly clip that features plenty of astral afterbirth, a snarling man-zombie and exactly one shimmering unicorn.
So, yes, "Btw" is most definitely an eye-catching, high-concept thing — as Gaga told BBC's Radio 1, it's meant to showcase "the birth of a new race," which doesn't make it all that different from all of her videos, if you think about it.
And, much like her earlier work, "Btw" is also loaded with blink-and-you'll-miss-it moments, carefully constructed odes to fashion, film, fine art and, uh, West Texas weirdos. So, in the same way we broke down her "Telephone" and "Alejandro" clips, we've decided to put...
- 2/28/2011
- MTV Music News
And still it drags on. The eternal battle between the naysayers and the 3 dimensional fanboys seems never to end. Esteemed critic Roger Ebert this week received quite an interesting letter from Walter Murch, who won an Academy Award for sound on the Francis Ford Coppola epic Apocalypse Now. He is also the man who coined the phrase ‘Sound Design’. The letter came in response to Ebert’s review of The Green Hornet, which Ebert called an ‘almost unendurable demonstration of a movie with nothing to be about.’
He goes on to criticise the quality and pointlessness of the 3D in the picture.
So why does Ebert think Murch has had the final word on the matter? Well it’s all down to evolution and the capabilities of the brain. Murch explains it better so here’s the letter;
Hello Roger,
I read your review of “Green Hornet” and though I haven’t seen the film,...
He goes on to criticise the quality and pointlessness of the 3D in the picture.
So why does Ebert think Murch has had the final word on the matter? Well it’s all down to evolution and the capabilities of the brain. Murch explains it better so here’s the letter;
Hello Roger,
I read your review of “Green Hornet” and though I haven’t seen the film,...
- 1/26/2011
- by Neil Upton
- Obsessed with Film
Walter Murch is no dummy. The man edited "Apocalypse Now." He edited the sounds of "The Conversation." He made maybe the scariest kids film of all time. On the subject of movies, this guy knows what he's talking about. In a letter written to Roger Ebert and published on his blog, Murch explains why he believes 3D filmmaking is a creative dead-end. He worked in 3D while editing the theme park attraction "Captain Eo" in the 1980s and has observed its return to prominence with concern. Here is part of his explanation why (read the full letter at RogerEbert.com):
"The deeper problem [with 3D] is that the audience must focus their eyes at the plane of the screen -- say it is 80 feet away. This is constant no matter what. But their eyes must converge at perhaps 10 feet away, then 60 feet, then 120 feet, and so on, depending on what the illusion is.
"The deeper problem [with 3D] is that the audience must focus their eyes at the plane of the screen -- say it is 80 feet away. This is constant no matter what. But their eyes must converge at perhaps 10 feet away, then 60 feet, then 120 feet, and so on, depending on what the illusion is.
- 1/25/2011
- by Matt Singer
- ifc.com
I received a letter that ends, as far as I am concerned, the discussion about 3D. It doesn't work with our brains and it never will.
The notion that we are asked to pay a premium to witness an inferior and inherently brain-confusing image is outrageous. The case is closed.
This letter is from Walter Murch, seen at left, the most respected film editor and sound designer in the modern cinema. As a editor, he must be intimately expert with how an image interacts with the audience's eyes. He won an Academy Award in 1979 for his work on "Apocalypse Now," whose sound was a crucial aspect of its effect.
Wikipedia writes: "Murch is widely acknowledged as the person who coined the term Sound Designer, and along with colleagues developed the current standard film sound format, the 5.1 channel array, helping to elevate the art and impact of film sound to a new level.
The notion that we are asked to pay a premium to witness an inferior and inherently brain-confusing image is outrageous. The case is closed.
This letter is from Walter Murch, seen at left, the most respected film editor and sound designer in the modern cinema. As a editor, he must be intimately expert with how an image interacts with the audience's eyes. He won an Academy Award in 1979 for his work on "Apocalypse Now," whose sound was a crucial aspect of its effect.
Wikipedia writes: "Murch is widely acknowledged as the person who coined the term Sound Designer, and along with colleagues developed the current standard film sound format, the 5.1 channel array, helping to elevate the art and impact of film sound to a new level.
- 1/25/2011
- by Roger Ebert
- blogs.suntimes.com/ebert
Although my first article in this 2010 retrospective series focused on “ears,” or positives and accomplishments for The Walt Disney Company this past year, not everything is full of magic and pixie dust in the Mouse House. I would be remiss if I said I love every aspect of the company, which is untrue. While Disney has been and will always be my passion and favorite brand, I must acknowledge the flaws that exist. Here I point out ten sneers, or least favorite events, happenings and trends that took place or continued into 2010.
#10 – The price isn’t right (ticket prices go up)
Ticket prices continue to rise at theme parks around the globe, and the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts are no exception. Every year – typically in August – the Mouse House increases the passes by a few dollars. It almost seems that the crowds will continue to come, even with record high prices.
#10 – The price isn’t right (ticket prices go up)
Ticket prices continue to rise at theme parks around the globe, and the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts are no exception. Every year – typically in August – the Mouse House increases the passes by a few dollars. It almost seems that the crowds will continue to come, even with record high prices.
- 1/10/2011
- by Brett Nachman
- FusedFilm
Last year Francis Ford Coppola quietly put a new film into production called 'Twixt Now and Sunrise. It stars Val Kilmer, Ben Chaplin, David Paymer and Tetro‘s Alden Ehrenreich. The story has elements of gothic horror and romance, and is based on a dream ("more of a nightmare," the director later said) that he worked into a short story. And, if one new report is correct, it will have some 3D, though the entire film will not be 3D. In a preface to an interview at 99% [1] (via Bleeding Cool [2]) there is this statement: He recently wrapped his latest picture, Twixt Now and Sunrise, based on an alcohol-induced dream he had in Turkey. The film even features the latest 3-D technology – but as a brief dramatic segment that serves the story, rather than the typical two-hour, multiplex gimmick. Note that there isn't a direct quote from Mr. Coppola about using 3D,...
- 1/8/2011
- by Russ Fischer
- Slash Film
A planned TV special on a UK Discovery channel that re-enacts Michael Jackson's autopsy has been criticized by his estate as being "in shockingly bad taste" and a "blind desire to exploit Michael's death." A print ad for the show depicted a corpse on a steel table covered by a sheet, with a hand sticking out revealing Michael's signature white glove. Whether it works as an ad or not I don't know, but I do know that it continues a long tradition of insensitive media exploitation -- much of which Michael certainly brought on himself. But, so as not to dwell on the negative at year's end, and fresh off his first real posthumous release, here's a look at the best of what the King of Pop did while he was still alive. I'll leave out the obvious, moonwalk, which I encourage you to do immediately after reading this list.
- 12/31/2010
- by Brandon Kim
- ifc.com
Just a month away from the release of the new Michael Jackson album, Michael, featuring new material from Epic Records, this track has dropped in time to push and show just a glimmer of what the man was working on prior to his passing. The track was recorded in New Jersey in 2007 but as of late has seen it’s full completion.
The vocals on the track are rich with his iconic breathy performance and shouts here and there. The track hearkens back to his feelings about the misrepresentation of his character put upon by the media. Given to that he’s also made public friendships. One powerful amazing rendition of this that sparked such fiery angst and anger over the horrible death of his dear friend Princess Diana due in part to Paparazzi attempting to get The Shot which ended in a car accident that cost her her life.
The vocals on the track are rich with his iconic breathy performance and shouts here and there. The track hearkens back to his feelings about the misrepresentation of his character put upon by the media. Given to that he’s also made public friendships. One powerful amazing rendition of this that sparked such fiery angst and anger over the horrible death of his dear friend Princess Diana due in part to Paparazzi attempting to get The Shot which ended in a car accident that cost her her life.
- 11/8/2010
- by Tony
- ShadowAndAct
Though there are high-profile albums coming up from the likes of Kanye West, Rihanna, Kid Rock, Justin Bieber, Ke$ha and My Chemical Romance, but it's quite possible that a just-announced album has elevated itself to "most anticipated" status. On December 14, Michael Jacckson's posthumous album Michael will hit store shelves. It represents the first look into the late legend's vaults (which are apparently packed to the gills with unreleased material recorded over the entirety of his long career) and will undoubtedly re-ignite the conversations about Jackson's career and legacy.
Though we won't be able to hear any music until the first single "Breaking News" begins streaming at Jackson's official Web site this Monday (November 8th), but there is already a piece of the puzzle that has been dropped onto the Internet that fans can debate and dissect. The cover of Michael is an explosion of images of the singer from various incarnations.
Though we won't be able to hear any music until the first single "Breaking News" begins streaming at Jackson's official Web site this Monday (November 8th), but there is already a piece of the puzzle that has been dropped onto the Internet that fans can debate and dissect. The cover of Michael is an explosion of images of the singer from various incarnations.
- 11/5/2010
- by Kyle Anderson
- MTV Newsroom
I’m back with the second part of an investigation of the renovations that have marked the Paradise Pier section of Disney California Adventure Park over the past few years. Today we’ll look at what 2010 has brought to this “construction zone” and what holds in store for 2011. So let’s return to the boardwalk.
Silly Symphony Swings (opened June 2010)
What was the point of having a swings ride inside a giant orange (look below)? That question remained in the minds of many visitors for years. With the sound of bees buzzing as the swings arose from the platform, the Orange Stinger was perhaps the biggest, strangest eyesore to ever be located within a Disney theme park. As part of the billion-dollar renovation initative to the struggling Disneyland neighbor, the orange would essentially be peeled in favor of another swings ride. Thank goodness it wouldn’t be inside another fruit.
Silly Symphony Swings (opened June 2010)
What was the point of having a swings ride inside a giant orange (look below)? That question remained in the minds of many visitors for years. With the sound of bees buzzing as the swings arose from the platform, the Orange Stinger was perhaps the biggest, strangest eyesore to ever be located within a Disney theme park. As part of the billion-dollar renovation initative to the struggling Disneyland neighbor, the orange would essentially be peeled in favor of another swings ride. Thank goodness it wouldn’t be inside another fruit.
- 9/13/2010
- by Brett Nachman
- FusedFilm
Director Francis Ford Coppola has come out against the 3D craze saying that “it’s tiresome” and nothing more than a way “to make you pay more money for a ticket.”
Though Coppola himself has made a 3D film, the 1986 Captain Eo with Michael Jackson, that was only shown at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Coppola said in an interview in Electronic House that he didn’t ”see why a movie is better in 3D. I would rather make a movie in regular 2D and move to larger format for some big scenes much like Abel Gance did with ‘Napoleon…. I personally do not want to watch a movie with glasses.”
He also came out against the current push towards 3D home theaters, saying that “TV manufacturers are pushing 3D because they want consumers to buy new flat panels at higher prices, even though it only costs them $75 more to make 3D TV.
Though Coppola himself has made a 3D film, the 1986 Captain Eo with Michael Jackson, that was only shown at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Coppola said in an interview in Electronic House that he didn’t ”see why a movie is better in 3D. I would rather make a movie in regular 2D and move to larger format for some big scenes much like Abel Gance did with ‘Napoleon…. I personally do not want to watch a movie with glasses.”
He also came out against the current push towards 3D home theaters, saying that “TV manufacturers are pushing 3D because they want consumers to buy new flat panels at higher prices, even though it only costs them $75 more to make 3D TV.
- 5/13/2010
- by Sergio
- ShadowAndAct
Godfather director and filmmaking legend Francis Ford Coppola has become the latest Hollywood person of interest to come out against 3D. Cue the 3D defenders who will now dismiss him as an old fogey out of touch with the times while waving around that ridiculous (and invalid) comparison to color replacing black and white film. But Coppola was actually one of the pioneers of modern 3D. He directed the 3D short film Captain Eo with Michael Jackson and what.s more he.s not some technological neophyte. Coppola embraces a lot of other modern filmmaking innovations and in the same interview at Electronic House where he comes down on 3D he also praises digital moviemaking. Coppola also offers some insight into why 3D.s suddenly so popular even though the format.s been around for decades. To his way of thinking, and I agree with him here, Hollywood would have...
- 5/13/2010
- cinemablend.com
On Friday, as you may remember (or as you may not remember, if you quickly pushed the experience out of your mind to protect your mental well-being), I liveblogged a Very Special On Demand Viewing of The Human Centipede, so that any curious-but-potentially-squeamish readers could get a sense of whether or not they might want to subject themselves to the horrors of the moment's most buzzed-about human/insect hybrid how-to film. As chance would have it, I followed up my afternoon Centipede screening with a night trip to Disneyland, where I placed myself in the thrall of yet another unspeakable cinematic abomination: the Magic Kingdom's Captain Eo Tribute, an attraction hastily revived following the death of embattled (but still generally beloved) star Michael Jackson.
Surviving this unprecedented double-feature demands some kind of analytical reckoning, and so we've pitted the two in a point-by-point deathmatch to determine the superior work of art.
Surviving this unprecedented double-feature demands some kind of analytical reckoning, and so we've pitted the two in a point-by-point deathmatch to determine the superior work of art.
- 5/3/2010
- Movieline
After months of rave reviews, great attendance, and all-important merchandise sales following its return to Disneyland, "Captain Eo," the 3-D space fantasy film starring Michael Jackson, has been confirmed to head to Walt Disney World in Florida as well.
The 17-minute musical film, directed by Francis Ford Coppola and executive produced by George Lucas, featured Jackson as the title character who leads a cast of sidekicks on a mission in space to fight the Witch Queen, played by Anjelica Huston, through song and dance. It's been regarded as the first "4-d" film, which combines 3-D film with in-house theater effects.
In the film, Jackson performs two songs, "Another Part of Me," which appeared on the album "Bad," and the attraction exclusive "We Are Here to Change the World," which was finally released to fans in 2004 as part of "The Ultimate Collection."
The return of "Captain Eo" at Disneyland also saw...
The 17-minute musical film, directed by Francis Ford Coppola and executive produced by George Lucas, featured Jackson as the title character who leads a cast of sidekicks on a mission in space to fight the Witch Queen, played by Anjelica Huston, through song and dance. It's been regarded as the first "4-d" film, which combines 3-D film with in-house theater effects.
In the film, Jackson performs two songs, "Another Part of Me," which appeared on the album "Bad," and the attraction exclusive "We Are Here to Change the World," which was finally released to fans in 2004 as part of "The Ultimate Collection."
The return of "Captain Eo" at Disneyland also saw...
- 4/28/2010
- icelebz.com
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