Film Gecko Giveaway - Transformers DVD
July 3, 2009 by Jane Boursaw
I’m probably more in love with “Transformers” than “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” (read my review here). They’re both rock-em sock-em movies with giant robots, but the first one had more plot and character development, in my view. Well, as much as you can have in a movie about giant robots.
THE DVD: The 2007 action flick directed by Michael Bay centers on an ancient battle between two extraterrestrial robotic clans, the heroic Autobots and evil Decepticons. But the key to who wins this battle is held by a teenage boy, Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf). Also stars Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, Rachael Taylor, Jon Voight, and John Turturro.
(”Transformers” is also now available in a two-disc Blu-ray edition. As with the DVD, it includes new deleted scenes and 25 minutes of bonus features; available on June 16 from from Paramount Home Entertainment.)
THE GIVEAWAY: I have FOUR “Transformers” DVDs to give away.
HOW TO ENTER: To enter the contest, simply leave a comment on this post by midnight on Saturday, July 11, 2009. Be sure to include a valid email address. Winners will be drawn randomly. I’ll email the winner for their snail-mail address after the contest ends. Good luck!
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Transformers scores IMAX record with $14.4 million
June 29, 2009 by Jane Boursaw
There’s no denying that "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" may be short on plot, but high on special effects action — which makes it the perfect movie for IMAX theaters. Read my review here.
The sequel from Paramount raked in an estimated five-day gross of $14.4 million on 169 IMAX screens, the largest haul ever for the big screens.
Directed by Michael Bay and starring Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox (though the real stars are the giant robots), the action flick earned a per screen average of $85K plus between June 24 –28, 2009.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, "Transformers" also gave IMAX its biggest single-day domestic gross of $3.9 million, and its biggest international gross for a digitally remastered IMAX title at $770,000 on Saturday.
Did you see "Transformers" at an IMAX theater? Did you like it?
Image: © 2009 DW Studios L.L.C. and Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen – Review (Special FX take center stage)
June 27, 2009 by Jane Boursaw
Movie: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen * 32 Images * Gecko Links * Official Site | In Theaters: June 24, 2009 |
Runtime: 150 minutes | Directed by: Michael Bay |
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi action, violence, language, some crude and sexual material, and brief drug material | Gecko Rating: |
It’s best if you go into "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" expecting nothing more than a big action flick with giant robots, because that’s pretty much what it is. The special effects are darn awesome, but the plot can be summed up by saying that two factions of warring robots battle it out on earth, and the humans get involved. Yeah, that’s pretty much it.
But let’s start at the beginning. After a brief bit of Transformers history, we learn that Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) is heading off to college. His dad (Kevin Dunn) is happy to have him out of the house and plans to make his room into a home theater. His mom (Julie White) is weeping hysterically and wandering around with Sam’s baby shoes draped around her neck.
Transformers 2 – Tokyo Premiere Pics!
June 8, 2009 by Jane Boursaw
It doesn’t hit U.S. theaters until June 24, 2009, but “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” is making the rounds across the globe.
Here are a few pics from the premiere in Tokyo, and check out the trailer, behind-the-scenes clips, Super Bowl spot, and Megan Fox on the set.
The movie picks up where the first “Transformers” movie left off, with the evil Decepticons returning to Earth to take Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) prisoner. He’s learned the truth about the origins of the ginormous robots. But don’t forget that in Sam’s corner is Optimus Prime, who joins forces with armies on Earth to battle the Decepticons.
Directed by Michael Bay, “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” also stars Megan Fox, Rainn Wilson, Josh Duhamel, John Turturro, and Tyrese Gibson. It’s rated PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi action violence, language, some crude and sexual material, and brief drug material.
More after the jump…
The Taking of Pelham 123 – L.A. World Premiere Pics
June 5, 2009 by Jane Boursaw
"The Taking of Pelham 123" arrives in theaters June 12, 2009. Below are a few images from the world premiere at the Mann Village Theater in Westwood, Los Angeles on June 4, 2009.
No John Travolta, so I imagine he’s still trying to re-group from the tragic loss of his son earlier this year. I’m sure it would be hard to come out in public and have everyone asking how you’re doing 1000 times.
Are you planning on seeing "The Taking of Pelham 123"? I’m looking forward to it.
Shia LaBeouf, Tyrese Gibson unveil new Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen trailer
May 1, 2009 by Jane Boursaw
Shia LaBeouf makes no bones about “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” being a fun action-flick. He, Michael Bay and Tyrese Gibson unveiled the movie’s new trailer at a special IMAX screening in L.A.
"The movie is not overtly complicated,” LaBeouf says. “It wasn’t built for extreme pontification or self exploration. It’s built for fun and enjoyment and escapism. It’s the only movie that I’ve ever been a part of where you can drive down the street and literally see decals of your movies on other cars."
After the jump, watch the trailer and clip of the stars…
The Taking of Pelham 123 – Preview & Trailer
February 19, 2009 by Jane Boursaw
John Travolta stars in "The Taking of Pelham 123," and it’s kind of a different role for him. He plays a bad guy! Travolta’s character, Ryder, hijacks a NYC subway train and holds the passengers hostage. Meanwhile, mild-mannered dispatcher Lt. Zachary Garber (Denzel Washington) is having a really bad day.
Directed by Tony Scott, "The Taking of Pelham 123" is rated R for violence and pervasive language, and scheduled for a June 12, 2009 release. Also stars John Turturro and James Gandolfini. Note: This is actually a remake of a 1974 film starring Walter Matthau and Robert Shaw. Hmmm, I’ll have to check out that movie before I see this new version.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen – New Trailer
February 19, 2009 by Jane Boursaw
Looks like more awesome special effects are in store for us with “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.” With a June 24, 2009 release date, the high-action flick is set to be a summer blockbuster for DreamWorks.
Picking up where the first “Transformers” movie left off, the evil Decepticons return to Earth to take Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) prisoner. He’s learned the truth about the origins of the ginormous robots. But don’t forget that in Sam’s corner is Optimus Prime, who joins forces with armies on Earth to battle the Decepticons.
Directed by Michael Bay, “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” also stars Megan Fox, Rainn Wilson, Josh Duhamel, John Turturro, and Tyrese Gibson. No rating yet, but I’m sure it will be PG-13. Check out the trailer: