Arthur and the Invisibles News

Weekend U.S Box Office of January 19-21, 2007

January 22, 2007 10:01:31

The step dancing fever has indeed become an epidemic among the moviegoers if looking on the prolonged success of "Stomp the Yard." Yes, the urban dance drama again comes out as the No. 1 movie in its second round on the weekend box office after satisfyingly gathering $12.2 million, slightly above "Night at the Museum" that still manages to add $12 million into its second place-feedbag.

Behind the family-friendly comedy pops up musical drama "Dreamgirls" on the heels of its Golden Globe Award last Monday for the best comedy or musical feature title. Rises one notch from its last-week position, the Paramount Pictures release this time collects $8 million to firmly put newcomer "The Hitcher" on the fourth place as the thriller remake opens below pundits' expectation at $7.8 million.

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Weekend U.S Box Office of January 12-14, 2007

January 15, 2007 10:01:50

The spirit of Stepping is back, thanks to "Stomp the Yard", as the urban dance drama delightfully soars high in its debut to secure the top spot on the weekend box office ended January 14, 2007. Playing strongly among all demographics, the flick smoothly makes its way to gather up a satisfying number of $21.8 million, ending the three-week reign of "Night at the Museum" for the family-friendly comedy turns out to score below this time at $17.1 million.

Though forced to go one step down as the runner-up, "Museum" wonderfully still proves to be superior to its longtime rival "The Pursuit of Happyness" which fares far lower at $8.9 million in its fifth round on the chart. "Dreamgirls" and "Freedom Writers" come next to round out the big five, the former on the fourth rank holding $8.3 million while the latter on the fifth with $7.3 million.

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"Arthur" Removed from Oscar's Best Animated Feature Contenders List

January 08, 2007 04:01:46

Which animated flicks to come out as the finalists in Oscar's Best Animated Feature category still have to be determined yet, but one thing is for sure: "Arthur and the Invisibles" won't be one the nominees.

Previously included in the list of sixteen contenders vying for the slot, the MGM/Weinstein release has sadly been dropped from consideration by AMPAS, the Academy spokesperson Leslie Unger announced on Sunday, January 7, following the earlier report concerning the matter in the AMPAS Press Release.

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More Joining "Arthur and the Invisibles" Company

November 28, 2006 02:11:26

The already-starry cast of "Arthur and the Invisibles" no doubt gets remarkably brighter by now as six more stars have reportedly been picked up to lend their voices in the project.

The latest addition includes big names consisting of Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, Anthony Anderson, Chazz Palminteri, Jason Bateman, plus Jimmy Fallon. All thereby are joining the likes of Madonna, David Bowie, and Snoop Dogg who have already included in the list to voice Princess Selenia, Maltazard, and Max, respectively.

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Animated Flicks Racing for Slots at Oscar

November 06, 2006 03:11:15

Building up the hype surrounding the anticipation of next year's Academy Awards, sixteen full-length animated pictures have been passed the qualification to compete for being five Best Animated Feature nominees, which will be announced by the officials on January 23, 2007.

Walt Disney Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and 20th Century Fox each managed to make two entries for the competition: Disney with "Cars" and "The Wild", DreamWorks with "Flushed Away" and "Over the Hedge", while Fox with "Ice Age: The Meltdown" and "Everyone's Hero."

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Luc Besson Ends Career as Helmer in "Arthur"

September 12, 2006 02:09:55

Movie industry will truly lose a prominent figure in filmmaking. Veteran director Luc Besson has unveiled his plan to take a permanent withdrawal from directing field, stating that his upcoming work of "Arthur and the Invisibles" will be the last film feature he helms. "I am pleased to have completed this cycle," so he said. "That is finished."

Following the shocking statement, the 47-year-old filmmaker revealed on Monday, September 11 his intention to devote himself to civic projects instead, saying that he was keen to try his hand at a whole array of new projects. "I want to take a little care of my fellow citizens," he remarked. I want to take a little care of my planet. I want to act in favor of the inner cities, in favor of the environment. I want to do lots of things."

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