Here’s an interesting idea, how would Shakespeare fare in the modern world of literature (via Kottke)? During his lifetime Shakespeare made more money through his stake in The Globe theatre and owning property than he did from his writing. Two schools of thought seem to suggest that either …
I’m not entirely sure what the idea is, but Blockbuster and the Weinstein Company have announced plans for an exclusive rental deal in the US.
According to the deal, Blockbuster will have exclusive rental rights over Weinstein Co. theatrical releases and direct-to-video films beginning on Jan. 1. The two companies will …
So I’ve seen Casino Royale for the second time now, how does it hold up? Very well is the answer. I was still playing spot the merchandising and realised there was even more than I saw first time round, and some is so blatant it’s jarring. I’ve …
I’m freshly back from my first viewing of the latest outing for James Bond, Casino Royale. I say my first outing as I’m off to see it with a different group of people tomorrow.
First off, this movie is going to make a ton of money. I’m not saying …
The BBC has an interview with Robert Wade and Neal Purvis, the writers of Casino Royale, the latest outing for James Bond. In the interview the pair, who have been asked to write the next installment, also give some clues about where they plan to take it:
Wade – In …
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According to the Cinematic Happenings Under Development website (AKA CHUD.com) (via Kottke) rumours are abound about Quentin Tarantino’s next cinematic outing (I mean his next film rather than his next trip to the local multiplex). One of these is a WWII movie called Inglorious Bastards, while Michael Madsen mentioned …
It seems Daniel Craig has come through his first round with the critics unscathed, and with a massive boost to his confidence, they loved him. Craig has been under fire from some Bond fans who were unhappy with his appointment, and there were concerns over the new approach film-makers …
Kottke pointed me in the direction of an article in Wired with Darren Aronofsky discussing his upcoming film, The Fountain, which has already proven to be his most controversial and divisive film. Some early reviews have been scathing, and its first press screening at the Venice Film Festival was greeted …
