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New four minute trailer for 'Man on a Ledge' is sexy & awesome!

Jan 23, 2012, 18:31 GMT

We have added the exhilarating new four minute movie trailer for Summit Entertainment's upcoming action suspence thriller, 'Man on a Ledge.' The film stars Sam Worthington, Jamie Bell, Elizabeth Banks, Ed Harris and the bamboozlingly beautiful Genesis Rodriguez.
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New pictures from Man on a Ledge

Jan 11, 2012, 13:41 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from Man on a Ledge. ... more

Behold the new full trailer for 'The Hunger Games'

Nov 14, 2011, 15:45 GMT

The first full length trailer for Lionsgate's upcoming adaptation of Suzanne Collins' immensely popular young-adult sci-fi drama 'The Hunger Games' is now online.
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Thrilling new trailer for 'Man on a Ledge' jumps online

Sep 23, 2011, 17:04 GMT

We have added the new suspence loaded trailer for Summit Entertainment's upcoming thriller, 'Man on a Ledge.' The film stars Sam Worthington, Jamie Bell, Elizabeth Banks, Genesis Rodriguez and Ed Harris.
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Our Idiot Brother – Movie Review

Aug 25, 2011, 1:33 GMT

Paul Rudd is engaging and retro adorable as Ned, a shaggy haired organic farmer who is about as brainy as his tomatoes but just as full of good stuff. Jailed on drug offences, he wishes nothing more than to help other people and spread peace and love.

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Genesis Rodriguez joins 'Expecting' cast

Aug 4, 2011, 19:12 GMT

Genesis Rodriguez has joined the ensemble cast of Lionsgate's adaptation of Heidi Murkoff's bestseller 'What To Expect When You're Expecting.' ... more

Ben Falcone boards 'Expecting'

Jul 25, 2011, 19:13 GMT

Ben Falcone has joined the cast of Lionsgate's adaptation of Heidi Murkoff's bestseller 'What To Expect When You're Expecting.' ... more

Chace Crawford knows he is 'Expecting'

Jul 14, 2011, 18:32 GMT

Chace Crawford has joined the cast of Lionsgate's adaptation of Heidi Murkoff's bestseller 'What To Expect When You're Expecting.' ... more

Elizabeth Banks boards 'Expecting'

Jul 12, 2011, 17:37 GMT

Elizabeth Banks has joined the cast of Lionsgate's adaptation of Heidi Murkoff's bestseller 'What To Expect When You're Expecting.' ... more

Second trailer for 'Our Idiot Brother' now online

Jun 15, 2011, 8:38 GMT

We have added the hilarious new trailer for The Weinstein Company's upcoming comedy, 'Our Idiot Brother.' The film stars Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Banks, Zooey Deschanel, Emily Mortimer and Rashida Jones.
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Donald Sutherland boards 'Hunger Games'

Jun 1, 2011, 19:07 GMT

Donald Sutherland has joined the cast of Lionsgate's 2012 tentpole 'The Hunger Games.' ... more

Lenny Kravitz hooks up with 'Hunger Games'

May 24, 2011, 19:27 GMT

Actor-musician Lenny Kravitz has joined the cast of Lionsgate's 2012 tentpole 'The Hunger Games.' ... more

Woody Harrelson has a craving for 'Hunger Games'

May 12, 2011, 19:21 GMT

Woody Harrelson has joined the cast of Lionsgate's 2012 tentpole 'The Hunger Games.' ... more

Stanley Tucci joins 'Hunger Games'

May 10, 2011, 19:19 GMT

Stanley Tucci has joined the cast of Lionsgate's 2012 tentpole 'The Hunger Games.' ... more

Wes Bentley to head up 'Hunger Games'

May 6, 2011, 18:18 GMT

Wes Bentley has joined the cast of Lionsgate's 2012 tentpole 'The Hunger Games.'

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First trailer for Paul Rudd comedy 'Our Idiot Brother'

Apr 25, 2011, 21:21 GMT

The first trailer for The Weinstein Company's upcoming comedy 'Our Idiot Brother' is now online. The A list cast includes Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Banks, Zooey Deschanel, Emily Mortimer, Hugh Dancy and Steve Coogan.
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Paula Malcomson joins 'Hunger Games'

Apr 25, 2011, 19:11 GMT

Paula Malcomson has joined the cast of Lionsgate's 2012 tentpole 'The Hunger Games.' ... more

Elizabeth Banks close to joining 'Hunger Games'

Apr 19, 2011, 19:23 GMT

Elizabeth Banks is in talks to join the cast of Lionsgate's 2012 tentpole 'The Hunger Games.' ... more

The Next Three Days – DVD Review

Mar 23, 2011, 14:24 GMT

Professor Russell Crowe’s wife is in prison and he plans to break her out. When his plans go awry, he only has three days to get his scheme accomplished or the opportunity will not come again.

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Duplass joins the 'People'

Jan 18, 2011, 20:32 GMT

Mark Duplass has joined the cast of the DreamWorks drama 'Welcome to People.' ... more

Michelle Pfeiffer goes with the 'People'

Jan 11, 2011, 21:40 GMT

Michelle Pfeiffer has joined the cast of the DreamWorks drama 'Welcome to People.' ... more

Olivia Wilde joins the 'People'

Jan 4, 2011, 20:34 GMT

Olivia Wilde has joined the cast of the DreamWorks' drama 'Welcome to People,' opposite Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks. ... more

The Next Three Days – Movie Review

Nov 18, 2010, 0:30 GMT

Russell Crowe’s back from a bit of a lull in this taut, compelling film and role worthy of his powerful persona. He’s a man on a mission and he’s terrific. He plays John Brennan whose wife, Laura (Elizabeth Banks) is arrested and jailed for murder.
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The Next Three Days New York City Premiere Pictures

Nov 13, 2010, 14:38 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from the event The Next Three Days New York City Premiere. ... more

Elizabeth Banks loves Kurtzman's 'People'

Nov 12, 2010, 19:59 GMT

Elizabeth Banks will star opposite Chris Pine in DreamWorks' drama 'Welcome to People.'
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Ed Harris goes out on a 'Ledge'

Nov 1, 2010, 18:10 GMT

Ed Harris has joined the cast of Summit's cop thriller 'Man on a Ledge.'

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Edward Burns balances the 'Ledge'

Oct 7, 2010, 20:46 GMT

Edward Burns and Genesis Rodriguez have boarded the cast of Summit's thriller 'Man on a Ledge.'
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Elizabeth Banks balances on the 'Ledge'

Sep 23, 2010, 17:52 GMT

Elizabeth Banks has joined the cast of Summit Entertainment's cop thriller 'Man on a Ledge.' ... more

More actors join Rudd in 'Idiot Brother'

Jul 23, 2010, 2:07 GMT

Hugh Dancy, Kathryn Hahn, Shirley Knight and Janet Montgomery have boarded the cast of the independent comedy 'My Idiot Brother.' ... more

Banks embraces her inner 'Tink'

Jul 16, 2010, 1:34 GMT

Elizabeth Banks is attached to star in Disney’s 'Tink,' a live-action romantic comedy based on the legendary Tinkerbell character. ... more

Adam Scott loves his 'Brother'

Jun 11, 2010, 20:56 GMT

Adam Scott has boarded the cast of the independent comedy 'My Idiot Brother.' ... more

Actresses join Rudd in 'Idiot'

Jun 11, 2010, 7:39 GMT

Elizabeth Banks, Zooey Deschanel, Emily Mortimer and Rashida Jones will star opposite Paul Rudd in the comedy 'My Idiot Brother.' ... more

In Pictures: 'Cannes Film Festival 2010 May19th'

May 19, 2010, 19:14 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from the event 'Cannes Film Festival 2010 May19th'. ... more

NBC Thursday night comedy video round up, the previews

Feb 12, 2010, 1:26 GMT

NBC sent over the video previews for tonight's (Feb. 11) comedies. ... more

Liam Neeson has busy 'Days' ahead

Oct 6, 2009, 0:12 GMT

Liam Neeson has joined the cast of 'The Next Three Days,' the Paul Haggis-directed thriller for Lionsgate. ... more

Actors added to 'Three Days'

Sep 29, 2009, 19:43 GMT

Olivia Wilde and Jonathan Tucker have been added to the cast of 'The Next Three Days,' Paul Haggis' thriller at Lionsgate. ... more

Sam Trammell needs 'Details'

Sep 11, 2009, 18:08 GMT

'True Blood' actor Sam Trammell will co-star with Tobey Maguire, Elizabeth Banks and Laura Linney in the independent comedy 'The Details.' ... more

Elizabeth Banks to be 'Next'

Aug 25, 2009, 17:04 GMT

Elizabeth Banks is in final negotiations to star opposite Russell Crowe in Lionsgate's 'The Next Three Days,' Paul Haggis' adaptation of the French thriller 'Pour elle.' ... more

In Pictures: 'Celebrities at Louis Vuitton in Beverly Hills'

Jul 10, 2009, 11:12 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from the event 'Celebrities at Louis Vuitton in Beverly Hills'. ... more

In Pictures: 'Women In Film 2009 Crystal + Lucy Awards'

Jun 18, 2009, 14:49 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from the event 'Women In Film 2009 Crystal + Lucy Awards'. ... more

The Uninvited – Blu-ray Review

May 17, 2009, 14:22 GMT

Although it is light on scares, The Uninvited manages to entertain thanks to a twist ending that you might not see coming. The PG-13 rating keeps the film’s thrills light, but the plot will hold your interest – even if it is safe to watch with the lights off. ... more

In pictures: 'Screenings of Fish Tank and Spring Fever at Cannes Film Festival 2009'

May 15, 2009, 8:42 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from the event 'Screenings of Fish Tank and Spring Fever at Cannes Film Festival 2009.' ... more

In pictures: 'Gala Screening of Up at Cannes Film Festival 2009'

May 14, 2009, 8:41 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from the event 'Gala Screening of Up at Cannes Film Festival 2009.' ... more

'Details' to include McAvoy, Banks, Linney

May 9, 2009, 0:18 GMT

“The Details,” a dark comedy written and directed by Jacob Estes, will star James McAvoy, Elizabeth Banks, Laura Linney and Anna Friel. ... more

The Uninvited – DVD Review

Apr 23, 2009, 13:06 GMT

When this film was announced, a gasp went up from classic movie fans that thought the 1944 Ray Milland film was being remade for the teen crowd. It was a gasp of horror, but it turned out to be a redo of a Korean horror film. It’s decent enough but if you’re familiar with another film then you’ll see the surprise ending coming. ... more

The Uninvited haunts on DVD and M&C’s giving away three copies!

Apr 16, 2009, 16:13 GMT

Fear moves to DVD when The Uninvited arrives on April 28th from Paramount Home Entertainment, and M&C’s giving away three copies. ... more

Role Models – DVD Review

Mar 18, 2009, 16:28 GMT

If you’re in need of a role model and want to live life as a slacker then these two guys are for you. ... more

In photos: 'Elizabeth Banks' 35th Birthday Celebration'

Mar 9, 2009, 16:06 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event 'Elizabeth Banks' 35th Birthday Celebration.' ... more

Role Models – Blu-ray Review

Mar 9, 2009, 14:22 GMT

A surprise sleeper hit this past fall, 'Role Models' may have finally made Paul Rudd a much deserved star after years of scene stealing supporting work. Reteaming with cult director David Wain ('Wet Hot American Summer') and throwing Seann William Scott into the mix, 'Role Models' is very lewd, and very funny. ... more

Haunting suspense thriller The Uninvited comes to DVD and Blu-ray in April

Mar 6, 2009, 15:10 GMT

Fear moves to DVD and Blu-ray when The Uninvited arrives on April 28th from Paramount Home Entertainment. ... more

Zack and Miri Make a Porno – DVD Review

Feb 16, 2009, 22:20 GMT

You wouldn’t think that any movie with porno in the title would be a romantic comedy, but director Kevin Smith isn’t one to take the normal course. It may be a bit raw, but Zack and Miri Make a Porno is a warm, cute film that also teaches you the meaning of a “Dutch Rudder” (you may not want to know). ... more

Traci Lords talks Kevin Smith, ‘Zack and Miri,’ and hints about ‘I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell’

Feb 15, 2009, 16:32 GMT

Traci Lords took a few minutes to talk with M&C about her role as “Bubbles” in Zack and Miri Make a Porno and the amount of work involved with balancing a big-name movie with a new baby. ... more

Jeff Anderson talks Kevin Smith, ‘Zack and Miri Make a Porno,’ and Deacon’s big scene

Feb 13, 2009, 13:27 GMT

Lifelong friends and roommates Zack (Seth Rogen) and Miri (Elizabeth Banks) are facing hard times and a mountain of debt. When the electricity and plumbing get cut off, they seize upon the idea of making a homegrown porno movie for some quick cash, enlisting the help of their friends. ... more

W. – DVD Review

Feb 11, 2009, 12:59 GMT

In trying to do some research on a certain Prez, I went to a popular online encyclopedia, but putting his name in the search box and pressing enter only brought up the entry for Nazism. Not really fair, but never has a U.S. President been as reviled as “Dubya,” but when likability polls are done he always scores well. ... more

Meet Dave – DVD Review

Nov 25, 2008, 15:49 GMT

Eddie Murphy is “Dave” a spaceship that looks like a human being, but is operated by a crew of tiny aliens, including a captain that looks exactly like the ship. ... more

In photos: 'Milk Premiere in Hollywood'

Nov 15, 2008, 21:26 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event 'Milk Premiere in Hollywood.' ... more

Prepare for blast-off with a copy of Meet Dave

Oct 31, 2008, 16:12 GMT

Meet Dave, the family comedy about little aliens in a big world, lands onto DVD on Nov. 25th from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment and M&C’s giving away three copies. ... more

Win a Role Models Gift Pack!

Oct 31, 2008, 15:30 GMT

Paul Rudd and Seann William Scott take on mentoring chores in the new Universal Pictures comedy Role Models - hitting theaters on November 7th. M&C’s will keep fans laughing with Gift Packs from the film.giving away gift packs from the film. ... more

In photos: 'Zack and Miri Make a Porno Hollywood Premiere'

Oct 21, 2008, 13:17 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event 'Zack and Miri Make a Porno Hollywood Premiere'! ... more

Meet Dave on DVD and Blu-ray in November

Sep 4, 2008, 13:35 GMT

Meet Dave, the family comedy about little aliens in a big world, lands on DVD and Blu-ray on Nov. 25th in time for the holidays from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. ... more

Soundtrack Review: Definitely, Maybe

Jul 7, 2008, 15:53 GMT

Whether featuring guitar or piano, there's a similar musical thread that is featured throughout most of Mansell's tunes, it makes the recording quite uninteresting and dull. ... more

DVD Review: Definitely, Maybe

Jul 1, 2008, 12:03 GMT

Definitely, Maybe is a VERY GOOD movie. It is not just an excellent story, it is filled with complex and carefully constructed characters, acted to perfection by a cast who invest their emotions unflinchingly and their skills unreservedly to make it seem very real. ... more

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