Director/Producer Tony Scott, best known for the films Top Gun and Beverly Hills Cop II, died in an apparent suicide when he jumped from the Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro, California. He was 68 years old and had a lot of projects in production, including a rumored sequel to Top Gun. Amidst the tragedy, we'll be seeing a lot of tributes to his work and legacy. He directed … [Read more...] about Tony Scott remembered: my favorite projects
Finnick Odair almost officially cast in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
As usual, the most anticipated casting news is saved for last, and this is true for Hunger Games: Catching Fire's coveted role of the handsome Tribute from District 4, Finnick Odair. I've heard via Variety that the short list is being narrowed down to Sam Claflin (Snow White and the Huntsman, Pillars of the Earth). It's even in "rumor" status on IMDB. This role plays an … [Read more...] about Finnick Odair almost officially cast in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
Ruby Sparks and the Bumbling Soulful Dream Guy
He wears cardigans and vintage eyeglasses. He uses an old typewriter. He longs for true romance and a soul mate to complete him. He would never take advantage of a woman. He is sensitive, affable, self-deprecating, quirky, sharp, soulful, idealistic, and brooding. He manifests early in young female brains and continues to descend from dreamland in the form of Hugh Grant in … [Read more...] about Ruby Sparks and the Bumbling Soulful Dream Guy
The Dark Knight trilogy marathon in theaters on July 19
A lot of theater companies (like AMC) are hosting marathons of The Dark Knight trilogy on Friday, starting with Batman Begins and The Dark Knight, and then leading up to the midnight premiere of The Dark Knight Rises. I love that theaters are doing these types of re-runs. I've always been a fan of bringing movies back onto the big screen. This will be both Christopher … [Read more...] about The Dark Knight trilogy marathon in theaters on July 19
Indie web series: a crowdfunder roundup
This Indie Spotlight is all about the web series, which ya'll know I love. We've got a comedic farmer's market, an epic fantasy series with a geektastic trailer, and the second season of a crazy family and their "matriarch." I like the concept of this one and really hope it delivers on its promise. Locally Grown is a comedy web series that celebrates quirky … [Read more...] about Indie web series: a crowdfunder roundup