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Promo Trailer for 'The Expendables' Explodes
October 14, 2009 10:10:56Nearly a month after its teaser trailer came out in bootleg format, "The Expendables" has got a promo trailer being outed. Around three minutes long, the newly-found sneak peek highlights mostly on the actions done by Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham and Jet Li. Nonetheless, glimpses at other characters are also offered.
A hard-hitting action/thriller, "The Expendables" centers on a group of mercenaries hired to infiltrate a South American country and overthrow its ruthless dictator. Soon after their mission begins, the group led by Barney Ross realizes things aren't quite as they appear and finds themselves caught in a dangerous web of deceit and betrayal.
'10 Things I Hate About You' Gets Poster and Press Release
June 22, 2009 01:06:38Approaching the series premiere date on July 7, ABC Family has kicked off the promotional effort for "10 Things I Hate About You". Newly released are the poster, as well as the press release that explains what the series is about, who are starring in it and how it is different from the original movie version.
The half-hour series will center on the Stratford sisters, Kat and Bianca, as they start at their new high school with very contradictory goals. Kat is a strong-willed, in-your-face feminist who is looking to save the world and get out of high school as fast as she can. Bianca is a social butterfly whose only concern is that she be popular, at any cost.
Kristen Stewart's Possible Joan Jett Look for 'The Runaways'
June 12, 2009 11:06:30How Kristen Stewart will look like when portraying Joan Jett in "The Runaways" could have been teased through a paparazzi shot of the actress found via Jezebel. The "Twilight" star has been captured transforming her Bella look into being '70s rocker Joan by sporting a jet black hairdo.
In the biopic, 19-year-old Stewart has been set to carry out the role of Joan, who is the singer and guitarist of the 1970s all-girl rockband named The Runaways. She will be sharing screen with Dakota Fanning who will play Cherie Currie, Stella Maeve who is touted to star as Sandy West, and Alessandra Torresani who will portray Lita Ford.
'Twilight' Star Kristen Stewart to Be One of 'The Runaways'
December 03, 2008 04:12:00Kristen Stewart will shed off her girl-in-love image in "Twilight" by portraying a legendary rocker in "The Runaways". According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 18-year-old has landed a part in the rock 'n' roll biopic of the 1970s all-girl band, portraying rock guitarist/singer Joan Jett.
Since Stewart still has commitments with two "Twilight" sequels, including "New Moon", it is said that the production of "Runaways" which is aimed for 2009 start will work a schedule around them. Beside taking the role of Jett, THR also reported that the "Into the Wild" actress will reprise her role as Bella in "New Moon", which is expected to shoot sometime in first-quarter 2009.
Jet Li and Jackie Chan Re-Teaming for Another Movie?
March 19, 2008 10:03:43Though their latest action film "The Forbidden Kingdom" has yet to open in the theaters, it has been rumored that the two top Asian action stars, Jet Li and Jackie Chan are planning to collaborate their acts once again for another movie. According to The Associated Press, following their first teaming up in "Kingdom", both Li and Chan revealed their desire to work together again at a Hong Kong news conference on Tuesday, March 18 to promote the Lions Gate Films' movie.
Hinting on the possibility of them reteaming in another film, Chan, who gathered recognition from Hollywood though 1995's "Rumble in the Bronx" as well as "Rush Hour" series, revealed that he and Li had so much fun filming for the Rob Minkoff-directed film that they didn't want the fun to be ended there. "The first day we started filming, it felt like we had worked together for many years," he said, "after filming this movie, we didn't have enough fun." Though refusing to give out further details about their second collaboration, AP reported that the kungfu movies' stars have planned to make another movie together based on a script which they have started working on 15 years ago.
Sequel Flicks Coming in 2008
December 28, 2007 04:12:58As the year 2007 is closing up, AceShowbiz.com feels obliged to list movie sequels that will battle among themselves towards the box office. As part of the trend that put animations and special effect-infused pics on top of the agenda, those deemed 'highly-anticipated' may come quite predictable.
The earliest sequel movie coming within the calendar may be 'Step Up 2 the Streets', but minus its original cast (Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan), its anticipation may be overshadowed by 'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian' that retains its original cast and 'The Incredible Hulk' which is hopeful with its new star, Edward Norton.
Australian Act Jet Announced an Indefinite Hiatus
October 25, 2007 01:10:45Australian rock band Jet is calling a time out in their music career, a year after they released the album 'Shine On'. The indefinite hiatus was cited by drummer and vocalist Chris Cester as "well earned time off" so that each member can concentrate on their personal life.
Cester wrote on the band's MySpace page: "After touring for, well, ever, for Shine On, we sat ourselves down and realized that with all the time we have spent away from home, Jet could finally use some down time."
New Mummy Still Featuring Jet Li as the Dragon Emperor
October 24, 2007 02:10:42Never miss to give an update to his official blog for his current project "The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor", director Rob Cohen has delightfully posted another production still from the project, this time featuring the first look of martial arts expert Jet Li.
As seen on the above left, the photo shows the back image of Brendan Fraser as Rick O'Connell as he is about to take a kick from a gravity-defying Li, who plays a despotic Emperor in 50 B.C. whose evil is punished by a terrible curse. Li, according to Cohen, just shot his scene of riding a black stallion into battle in a jade armor on Monday, October 22, 2007.
Jackie Chan Recovering Nicely from Injury During Filming
August 29, 2007 03:08:07
Jackie Chan injured himself, but is now okay. The action movie star re-injured his back while filming his latest film project "The Forbidden Kingdom" in China last week.
In his Web blog, the martial arts expert said he aggravated an old back injury when shooting a scene that required him to throw someone upward for his first collaboration with Jet Li. He said the unfortunate caused him to be "in excruciating pain" when he woke up the next day, and "could barely get myself out of my bed."
"What Is Sexy?" Rundown from Victoria's Secret
April 20, 2007 09:04:19
When it comes to sexy lingerie, Victoria's Secret knows what is best. And when it comes to the term "What is Sexy," yes it's still Victoria's Secret knows best. The retail marketer of women's clothing and beauty products, most recognizable as a marketer of lingerie, has on Thursday April 19th released its list of sexy entertainers and athletes.
The so-called "What is Sexy?" list, compiled by a team of Victoria's Secret executives, designers and supermodel spokeswomen, including Heidi Klum and Karolina Kurkova, has Jessica Alba chosen as the Sexiest Actress. Pop singer Justin Timberlake is named the Sexiest Male Musician, while soccer god David Beckham is the Sexiest Dad.
The Flaming Lips Among Spider-Man 3's Web
March 30, 2007 10:03:26
After the announcement of Snow Patrol's involvement in Spider-Man 3 soundtracks, rock bands The Flaming Lips, The Killers, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Jet are joining the excitement of providing songs for Peter Parker's new venture.
The CD will be out on May 1 via Record Collection, just three days prior the movie's premiere. Snow Patrol's ballad "Signal Fire" has been confirmed to be the first single released.
Nominees Listed for the 26th Annual Hong Kong Film Awards
March 29, 2007 05:03:13
Coming to its twentieth six celebration of Hong Kong Film Awards, set to be held on April 15 this year, Hong Kong Film Awards Association (HKFAA) has delightfully unveiled the list of titles and names nominated for this most prestigious film awards in the region.
Becoming the most nominated one is epic feature "Curse of the Golden Flower" as it fantastically scooped up fourteen nominations in total, notably the top prize of Best Film and Best Director for Zhang Yimou, followed by "Fearless" and "The Banquet" with seven nods each.
Carmen Electra and Joan Jett "Are Just Friends"
March 27, 2007 02:03:22
Carmen Electra set the record straight on her being romantically linked to Joan Jett.
A representative for the sexy beauty tells American magazine Us Weekly, "They are just friends."
Carmen Electra to Go Public with Lesbian Lover in Palm Springs?!
March 22, 2007 04:03:31
In the wake of her becoming single again in the eyes of the law following the finalize of her divorce with Dave Navarro, Carmen Electra has found a new love and ready to make it public during this year's annual Dinah Shore Weekend in Palm Springs.
Rumor has it that Carmen is in love with bad girl rocker Joan Jett. Per Star, it has been reported that they have been looking very cozy in recent months, after meeting at last year's Dinah Shore Weekend. "They've been dating since before Thanksgiving," says a source. "They don't co-habitate, but they do spend a lot of time together."
Jet Li to Become the "Mummy"
March 22, 2007 03:03:02
Turns out the rumor does ring true. The Hollywood Reporter has delightfully brought in good news that Jet Li is holding negotiations with Universal Pictures to play the main villain in "The Mummy 3."
The third installment of "Mummy" franchise, the project has already had Rob Cohen on duty to direct based on script penned by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. While the likes of Sean Daniel, Stephen Sommers, and Bob Ducsay also Jim and James Jacks are all confirmed to produce, no deals come yet from stars of the two previous films, Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz.
Jessica Biel and Derek Jeter Dating?!
November 17, 2006 11:11:16
Hollywood has one more new hot couple as Jessica Biel is reportedly dating Derek Jeter.
Rumors on their romance first came to the surface when the actress and the baseball star were spotted at Los Angeles club, Hyde, Tuesday night November 14th.
In Touch Poll on "The Sexiest Guys in Sports"
September 19, 2006 04:09:17
Wanna know who are "The Sexiest Guys in Sports"? Just look at the Top 5 list of In Touch magazine's poll on that category.
Top the Top 5 list is American football hunk Matt Leinart. Just one place behind is David Beckham, followed after by Derek Jeter.
Jet Li Positive for "The J&J Project"
September 16, 2006 12:09:57
At last it is confirmed. Answering the heavy questions on the collaboration between him and fellow Asian star Jackie Chan, Jet Li has unveiled to ComingSoon.net that he indeed will join the actor to share scenes together in a big screen feature tentatively titled "The J&J Project."
"Next April, we're going to make a movie," he revealed during an interview on his latest film, "Fearless." "Everybody's waiting for the producer and the director to announce." On the other hand, Li, however, refused to give further information on the project, keeping his mouth shut tightly when being asked about the plot or the premise of the flick. "Don't be selfish! Let them tell the world!" so he shouted with a smile.
Pink Set to Perform Song for NBC Football Show
August 31, 2006 02:08:06
Grammy winning singer Pink has been slated to become one of the performers to take the stage at the National Football League, takes place Sept. 10 later this year.
On her choosing as one of the event's performers, Sunday Night Football producer Fred Gaudelli said, "We chose Pink as the signature voice because she is a tremendous talent with a crossover appeal that makes her relevant to all segments of our audience".
Actor Jet Li Sued Over "Fearless"
March 28, 2006 11:03:11
Jet Li is sued over his new film "Fearless", which a Chinese kung fu master Huo Yuanjia's relatives claimed to dishonor and misrepresent the life of Yuanjia.
Thus, Li has his name listed in the March 7 lawsuit, in addition to the film's producers and distributors, with the reason that he "not only played the lead role but participated in the making and production of the movie," the official Xinhua News Agency said Sunday, citing lawyer Yang Zhonghai.
Velazquez to Be the Female Lead in "Rogue (2006)"
March 01, 2006 02:03:14
Nadine Velazquez, the actress widely known for her portrayal in "My Name is Earl", has been cast as the female lead in "Rogue (2006)", joining the already on board cast like Jet Li and Jason Statham.
Directed by Philip G. Atwell, "Rogue (2006)" will start filming on March 6 in Vancouver. As of the story, the action thriller flick follows Jack Crawford (Statham), whose partner Tom Lone and Lone's family are killed by an assassin for the Chang crime family. Crawford becomes obsessed with finding the elusive and brutal killer, Rogue (Li).
Watch Jet Li & Statham Face off in 'Rogue (2006)'
January 24, 2006 04:01:46
Jet Li, the movie star best known for his portrayal in many action movies, is set to face off Jason Statham in the highly anticipated "Rogue (2006)."
The storyline centers on Jack Crawford, whose partner Tom Lone and Lone's family are killed by an assassin for the Chang crime family. Crawford becomes obsessed with finding the elusive and brutal killer, Rogue.
