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New pictures from The Avengers

Feb 2, 2012, 11:20 GMT

We have added a new set of pictures from The Avengers. ... more

Captain America: The First Avenger - Blu-ray Review

Oct 28, 2011, 14:07 GMT

Captain America is a fun movie that doesn’t try to be more than its premise – a superhero out to stop evil from the destroying the world. The movie features a slick look that is perfect for its period setting; a ton of over-the-top action sequences; and a cheesy sense of humor that makes the popcorn feel of the film go down smooth.

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Jackie Brown - Blu-ray Review

Oct 20, 2011, 13:09 GMT

Quentin Tarantino’s love letter to Pam Grier arrives on Blu-ray and is as stunning as the lady herself.

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Highly anticipated first trailer for 'The Avengers' coming next week

Oct 7, 2011, 8:25 GMT

Stay tuned to Monsters and Critics next Tuesday, October 11th as we bring the first trailer for Marvel Studio's superhero mega movie, 'The Avengers.'
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Pulp Fiction - Blu-ray Review

Oct 6, 2011, 13:57 GMT

The film that brought Tarantino to prominence and revived or enhanced some careers is pulled out of the briefcase and onto Blu-ray. There’s are lots of expectations for this release and it certainly doesn’t look like something coming out of a place a watch was hidden for two years.

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Sunday TV Sneak Peeks: Samuel L. Jackson Hosts New Curiosity Predicting How World Ends

Sep 18, 2011, 13:55 GMT

Tune in alert as actor Samuel L. Jackson shares with us 'How the World Will End' on New 'Curiosity' this Sunday night. ... more

Gerald McRaney is 'Unchained'

Sep 15, 2011, 19:00 GMT

Gerald McRaney is in talks to join the cast of Quentin Tarantino's new film 'Django Unchained.' ... more

Charged & explosive new 'Captain America' trailer arrives!

Jun 24, 2011, 0:10 GMT

The new rampaging full movie trailer for Paramount Pictures and Marvel Studios 'Captain America: The First Avenger,' is now online. The superhero blockbuster stars Chris Evans, Hayley Atwell and Hugo Weaving.
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DiCaprio close to Tarantino's 'Django'

Jun 8, 2011, 18:57 GMT

Leonardo DiCaprio is in talks to play the lead villain in Quentin Tarantino's new film 'Django Unchained.' ... more

Will Smith could star in Tarantino's new film

May 9, 2011, 19:33 GMT

Will Smith is the leading candidate to star in Quentin Tarantino's new film 'Django Unchained.' ... more

African Cats – Movie Review

Apr 21, 2011, 10:01 GMT

The sight of magnificent beasts roaming the savannahs of Kenya stirs the blood, and speaking of blood, plenty is shed in this eye popping documentary. It is the latest in a string of recent animals-in-nature films, each of which is unique and gripping in its own way.

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Tom Wilkinson is a good 'Samaritan'

Apr 15, 2011, 18:54 GMT

Tom Wilkinson has joined the cast of the independent thriller 'The Samaritan,' opposite Samuel L. Jackson.
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The Incredibles (Four-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo) – Blu-ray Review

Apr 13, 2011, 14:18 GMT

The release in a single word? Incredible. Disney does it again with one of its more modern animated masterpieces. Brad Bird’s loving homage to both family and superheroes is given a beautiful transfer and a lair full of special features.

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Review: HBO's 'The Sunset Limited' features two great American actors, playwright

Feb 13, 2011, 1:24 GMT

HBO's 'Sunset Limited' airs tonight, and it truly is a no-miss streamlined look at the nature of belief, the illusions of happiness and the void of nothingness.

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Cobie Smulders to fight with 'Avengers'

Feb 8, 2011, 20:45 GMT

Cobie Smulders has booked a role in Marvel Studios' ensemble superhero film 'The Avengers.' ... more

'Other Guys' arrests weekend box office

Aug 10, 2010, 2:08 GMT

Sony's comedy 'The Other Guys,' starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg, won the domestic box office over the weekend as it opened with $35.6 million. ... more

The Other Guys – Movie Review

Aug 6, 2010, 14:19 GMT

It’s rare that audiences cut their laughter so they don’t miss the next line. But The Other Guys is so densely and raucously funny that they sharp intakes of breath can be heard throughout most of the 107 minute running time. ... more

Jeremy Renner close to the 'Avengers'

Jun 4, 2010, 20:31 GMT

Jeremy Renner is in final talks to join Marvel Studios' superhero team film 'The Avengers.' ... more

Katia Winter in the middle of 'Deathgames'

Jun 2, 2010, 20:43 GMT

Swedish actress Katia Winter has booked the female lead in MPCA's independent action movie 'Deathgames.' ... more

Dobrev joins 'Deathgames'

May 25, 2010, 19:40 GMT

Nina Dobrev has joined the cast of the independent action film 'Deathgames.' ... more

Samuel L. Jackson unprepared for nudity

May 6, 2010, 6:02 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson is 'not ready' for a naked role. ... more

Daniel Dae Kim to learn how to play 'Deathgames'

Apr 21, 2010, 21:30 GMT

Daniel Dae Kim ('Lost') will join Samuel L. Jackson and Kellan Lutz in 'Deathgames,' the action thriller from Motion Picture Corporation of America. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson, Kellan Lutz like to play 'Deathgames'

Apr 17, 2010, 5:32 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson and Kellan Lutz are in negotiations to star in the independent action film 'Deathgames,' from Motion Picture Corporation of America. ... more

Gregg’s Coulson doubling up

Jan 20, 2010, 2:21 GMT

Clark Gregg will reprise his role from 'Iron Man' as Agent Coulson in 'Thor.' ... more

Sony believes in 'Mother and Child'

Nov 3, 2009, 18:54 GMT

Sony Pictures Classics has picked up the U.S. distribution rights to Rodrigo Garcia's 'Mother and Child.' ... more

Buckley, Schwartz part of 'Other Guys'

Oct 13, 2009, 17:09 GMT

Andy Buckley ('The Office') and Ben Schwartz have been added to the cast of the Adam McKay-directed 'The Other Guys.' ... more

Samuel L. Jackson likes to be 'Different'

Oct 7, 2009, 22:40 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson has signed on to star in 'Same Kind of Different as Me,' the film version of a nonfiction bestseller that has been adapted by screenwriters Roderick and Bruce Taylor ('The Brave One'). ... more

More Actors join the 'Guys'

Sep 23, 2009, 17:55 GMT

Dwayne Johnson, Samuel L. Jackson and Steve Coogan are joining the Columbia Pictures comedy 'The Other Guys.' ... more

Jones, Jackson will not be ‘Limited’

Aug 21, 2009, 18:09 GMT

HBO has set Tommy Lee Jones and Samuel L. Jackson to star in “The Sunset Limited,” an adaptation of the Cormac McCarthy play. ... more

Do the Right Thing (20th Anniversary Edition) – Blu-ray Review

Jul 17, 2009, 14:28 GMT

‘Fight the Power!’ – So blares Public Enemy’s iconic anthem throughout Universal’s new Blu-ray release of Spike Lee’s ‘Do the Right Thing’, arguably the most significant of Lee’s oeuvre. Despite some inescapably dated elements, the pic remains rousing, thought-provoking entertainment. ... more

Noyce to get mixed up in 'Blood'

Jun 17, 2009, 22:33 GMT

Phillip Noyce will direct the police thriller 'Mixed Blood,' with Samuel L. Jackson to co-star. ... more

Changing Lanes – Blu-ray Review

May 27, 2009, 13:43 GMT

Ben Affleck and Samuel L. Jackson are out to get even with each other in this tepid thriller. The problem is that we could care less about either character or their problems. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson is Marvel’s Nick Fury

Feb 26, 2009, 13:43 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson has signed a deal to play super-spy Nick Fury in Marvel Entertainment’s “Iron Man 2,” and future films. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson enjoyed violent scene

Feb 15, 2009, 8:00 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson enjoyed playing a torturer 'a little too much', says his co-star. ... more

Soul Men – DVD Review

Feb 13, 2009, 16:00 GMT

Soul Men would turn out to be the final films for two of its stars, Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes. Neither of the men looks very healthy in the film, but it is a fun ride through the “buddy/road trip” genre and I chortled several times. ... more

Lakeview Terrace – DVD Review

Jan 26, 2009, 17:05 GMT

Welcome to the neighborhood. When a young couple move into a nice neighborhood they might think that they’re extremely safe as their neighbor is a police officer. What happens when the same officer disapproves of their moving in though? Things can get a little rough. ... more

In photos: 'The Spirit Hollywood Premiere'

Dec 18, 2008, 18:19 GMT

TheWe have added a new set of images from the event 'The Spirit Hollywood Premiere.' ... more

Coach Carter – Blu-ray Review

Dec 17, 2008, 15:24 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson stars as the titular 'Coach Carter' in this perfectly amiable if slightly formulaic sports pic. Although the film doesn't really present much new, Sam Jackson's strong central performance is worth checking out and for already established fans, Paramount gives the film a nice Blu-ray sprucing up. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson's Scarlett Johansson make-up tips

Dec 8, 2008, 11:05 GMT

Scarlett Johansson and Samuel L. Jackson swapped make-up tips on the set of 'The Spirit'. ... more

In photos: 'The Spirit London Premiere'

Dec 6, 2008, 16:51 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event 'The Spirit London Premiere.' ... more

Samuel L. Jackson's Caine ambition

Dec 6, 2008, 8:00 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson wants to be 'the black Michael Caine'. ... more

In photos: '23rd Annual American Cinematheque Award Ceremony Honoring Samuel L. Jackson'

Dec 2, 2008, 16:50 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event '23rd Annual American Cinematheque Award Ceremony Honoring Samuel L. Jackson.' ... more

Samuel L. Jackson's Hollywood break

Nov 27, 2008, 11:40 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson's drug habit helped him break into Hollywood. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson's Helen Mirren crush

Nov 14, 2008, 4:00 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson has a crush on Dame Helen Mirren. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson loves himself

Nov 1, 2008, 12:00 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson loves watching his own movies. ... more

In photos: 'Soul Man World Premiere at the Apollo in New York City'

Oct 31, 2008, 6:32 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event 'Soul Man Wolrd Premiere at the Apollo Theater in New York City.' ... more

‘Beverly Hills Chihuahua’ is the big dog at the weekend box office

Oct 6, 2008, 12:15 GMT

It looks like Disney has another family hit with 'Beverly Hills Chihuahua' barking up to the top spot on the weekend box office with an estimated $29 million. ... more

‘Lakeview Terrace’ takes the top spot

Sep 22, 2008, 13:25 GMT

In another weak weekend, the Sony Screen Gems’ thriller “Lakeview Terrace” with Samuel L. Jackson took the top spot at the weekend box office with an estimated $15.6 million. ... more

DVD Review: The Cleaner

Jun 13, 2008, 15:19 GMT

Renny Harlin takes an interesting (and gruesome) profession and weaves a not so mysterious mystery around it in this thriller. The cast is game but the storyline is one that you’ll see coming from a mile away. ... more

DVD Review: Jumper

Jun 9, 2008, 15:42 GMT

Have you ever wished that you had the power to go anywhere at any time? If you are a “Jumper” that is your ability. In this Science Fiction Action Adventure based on a novel by Stephen Gould, Jumpers can go anywhere and do pretty much anything that they want. ... more

Blu-ray Review: Jumper

Jun 9, 2008, 15:20 GMT

Hayden Christensen jumps from the Star Wars universe to this film based on a series of books by Steven Gould. The film’s obviously set up as the first of a series since it feels like there are lots of loose ends and who knows if another adventure is in the works. ... more

Jumper lands on DVD and M&C’s giving away 3 copies!

May 28, 2008, 15:29 GMT

Anywhere. Anything. Instantly. The evolution of the action thriller takes its biggest jump yet when Jumper makes its global debut on DVD on June 10th from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. M&C’s giving away three copies of the Jumper Two-Disc Special Edition! ... more

Renny Harlin’s Cleaner comes to DVD

Apr 24, 2008, 15:27 GMT

Director Renny Harlin and an all-star cast, including Academy Award nominee Samuel L. Jackson, four-time Academy Award nominee Ed Harris, Eva Mendes, Luis Guzmán, Keke Palmer, and Academy Award nominee Robert Forster, bring the explosive action thriller Cleaner to DVD May 27 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. ... more

Resurrecting the Champ hits DVD and M&C’s giving away 5 copies!

Apr 9, 2008, 18:09 GMT

M&C’s giving away five copies of Resurrecting the Champ – now on DVD from Fox Home Entertainment. ... more

DVD Review: Resurrecting the Champ

Apr 9, 2008, 11:22 GMT

An aspiring reporter stops some thugs from beating up a homeless guy and finds the story of a lifetime. However, when that story also threatens to destroy his career he has to re-examine his life and decide what’s important to him – his family or his reputation. ... more

Jumper lands on DVD and Blu-ray in June

Apr 4, 2008, 15:24 GMT

Anywhere. Anything. Instantly. The evolution of the action thriller takes its biggest jump yet when Jumper makes its global debut on DVD and Blu-Ray Disc on June 10th in North America and from June 16th Internationally from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. ... more

Sharon Leal signs up for Soul Men

Jan 14, 2008, 14:47 GMT

Dreamgirls co-star Sharon Leal has signed for the female lead in Dimension Films’ comedy Soul Men – which is directed by Malcolm D. Lee. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson “rocks the cradle” with New Line

Nov 29, 2007, 16:24 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson has been lined up to star in New Line’s Man That Rocks the Cradle – which will be the first project in the partnership between the studio and Jackson’s Uppity Films. ... more

New Line looks to LaBute and Hackford for The Woman Next Door

Nov 14, 2007, 15:54 GMT

Neil LaBute and Taylor Hackford have been picked by New Line to tackle The Woman Next Door – a remake of Francois Truffaut’s 1981 film 'La Femme d'a cote.' ... more

DVD Review: Home of the Brave

Oct 25, 2007, 16:47 GMT

A group of soldiers return from Iraq, each with their own baggage and ways of coping with the war. Each of their stories intersects as they go stateside and some of them will be able to cope and others will not. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson's bald love

Oct 13, 2007, 12:30 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson loves being bald. ... more

Home of the Brave comes to DVD in October

Aug 17, 2007, 18:08 GMT

From Academy Award-winner Irwin Winkler, comes the first major motion picture to tackle the subject of the current conflict in Iraq, Home Of The Brave arrives on DVD October 23 from MGM Home Entertainment. ... more

HD DVD Review: Black Snake Moan

Jul 19, 2007, 17:02 GMT

The American South channeled through music gets resurrected yet again via Craig Brewer, director of ‘Hustle & Flow,’ with this slow-burn, blues-influenced, modern day exploitation film where Christina Ricci gets her sexual demons exorcised by former blues player Samuel L. Jackson. ... more

Movie Review (2): 1408

Jun 24, 2007, 7:16 GMT

You have to hand it to Jon Cusack whose singular intensity makes this a rollicking thriller. ... more

'Iron Man' Secret agent Samuel L. Jackson

Jun 22, 2007, 13:00 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson is set to star as Marvel Comic's secret agent Nick Fury. ... more

Movie marketing gone wild - stay in room 1408 and be scared!

Jun 21, 2007, 14:00 GMT

From the Marriott North hotel in Fort Lauderdale Florida, comes a promotion which dares folk to see the new Stephen King movie '1408' staring John Cusack and then stay in room 1408 in the hotel. ... more

Movie Review: 1408

Jun 19, 2007, 5:41 GMT

Room 1408 has its own unique and bone chilling haunts. ... more

DVD Review: Afro Samurai: Director’s Cut

Jun 4, 2007, 17:12 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson is one cool cat and to imagine him as a samurai is as cool as you can get. He takes his love anime and the ways of the samurai and infuses them into the character to also make him one cool cat (though a relatively stoic one). ... more

Samuel L. Jackson's church glasses

May 13, 2007, 7:00 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson's mother used to make him wear sunglasses in church to hide his hangovers. ... more

Foul-mouthed dad Samuel L. Jackson

May 8, 2007, 7:00 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson swore around his daughter when she was just three-years-old. ... more

DVD Review: Farce of the Penguins

Feb 7, 2007, 14:43 GMT

Bob Saget thought it would be funny to parody 2005’s surprise hit and Oscar winner March of the Penguins. If Saget wins an Oscar, then I’ll eat my hat. ... more

'Jumper' crew member killed on set

Jan 26, 2007, 23:19 GMT

Yesterday a crew member was killed on sci-fi film set, 'Jumper' wrapping up filming in Toronto. The movie stars Hayden Christensen and Samuel L. Jackson, and is currently in Tokyo for two weeks finishing production. ... more

DVD Review: Snakes on a Plane

Jan 7, 2007, 19:32 GMT

Snakes on a Plane may not be the most original or intelligent movie ever made, but it is a lot of fun to watch. All this film requires is that you turn the brain off, and buckle up for a hell of a ride. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson's Brown role

Jan 4, 2007, 12:20 GMT

Samuel L. Jackson is being tipped to play James Brown in a movie of the late soul legend's life. ... more

Movie Review: Home of the Brave

Dec 23, 2006, 9:04 GMT

‘Home of the Brave’ is the first film to examine the plight of soldiers returning from the Iraq war. ... more

Soundtrack Review: ‘Home of the Brave Soundtrack’

Dec 16, 2006, 13:02 GMT

Home of the Brave tells the stories of four soldiers returning from Iraq. Stephen Endelman composed the score and contributes 18 tracks of music on the CD. The music has both an ethnic tinge to it, with parts filled what I would consider nods to Iraqi culture, and the sweeping music that we find in most war films. ... more

Samuel L. Jackson is coolest celebrity around

Aug 20, 2006, 20:34 GMT

LOS ANGELES - Actor Samuel L Jackson has topped a DVD rental firm LoveFilm poll as Hollywood's coolest actor for his portrayal of the enlightened murderous assassin Jules in cult 1994 movie Pulp Fiction.
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Unseen Movie Review: Snakes on a Plane

Aug 15, 2006, 4:08 GMT

A job, a wife, a baby and no free time. I haven’t seen the films but based on what I’ve heard and know, we’ll see if the movie is worth it. It’s the UNSEEN MOVIE REVIEW ... more

Hayden Christensen set for Jumper

Aug 12, 2006, 12:18 GMT

Hayden Christensen has decided on his next starring role - as the lead in Regency’s ‘Jumper’. ... more

Web marketing - visit Snakes on a Babe

Aug 6, 2006, 3:23 GMT

Indie producers got it a while back, now the mini-majors are into it and soon the big studios will jump on the bandwagon – using the web as a hype medium.

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