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Brand new trailer for 'The Wolfman'
Wednesday, 4 November 2009
The Wolfman starring Benicio del Toro, Anthony Hopkins and Emily Blunt has a new trailer that is thrilling and scary.
Weekly film agenda: 'Paranormal' releases around the globe
Wednesday, 4 November 2009
A selection of film events around the world November 3-6 include international releases for Paranormal Activity and film festivals in New York City, Germany, Taiwan and London.
Prince of Persia trailer released
Wednesday, 4 November 2009
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time has a new trailer doing the rounds. Distributed by Walt Disney Studios worldwide and set for an international release May 26, 2010 onwards, the film promises action, fiery special effects and Jake Gyllenhaal.
After Coach Skip in 'Fantastic Mr. Fox', Owen Wilson will be Marmaduke
Wednesday, 4 November 2009
Fox's adaption of the comic strip Great Dane Marmaduke will feature Owen Wilson as the voice of Marmaduke.
Clooney caught in crossfire as war breaks out over latest film
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
Former friends behind 'Men Who Stare At Goats' draw star into bitter row over credits
Terminator set for salvation as bidders line up for rights
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
The future of the Terminator franchise will be decided by the end of January as bidders line up to buy the rights from Halcyon, the producer that sought bankruptcy protection in September.
Indian film 'My name is Khan' gets international Valentine’s Day release
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
Fox has announced international release dates for My name is Khan, India's first film that will release in around 40 countries worldwide.
AFI film festival connects with This Is It 'director and Film Market
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
Hollywood is reserved for independent filmmakers this week between the AFI Film Festival featuring plenty of buzz-worthy films and the American Film Market focused on distribution deals for films around the world.
Blockbusters and breakthroughs: this weekend's US film releases -- Clooney and Carrey eye the top spot
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
In November, releases for the holiday season heat up with schedules filled with big films vying for Oscar consideration and holiday audiences before the end of the year. Big stars with box office appeal and unknowns are set to make an impression in the lineup of films released in the US November 6.
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Monday, 2 November 2009
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