Channing Tatum, Robert Downey Jr. in Theaters – April 24, 2009

If you’re a fan of Robert Downey, Jr., Channing Tatum or Beyonce, then you should plan a trip to the theater this weekend. Take a peek, and let me know what YOU plan on seeing!

The Soloist (PG-13). Robert Downey, Jr. plays a reporter who bonds with a homeless, schizophrenic musician played by Jamie Foxx. [Trailer] [Official Site]

Fighting (PG-13). It’s the story of a small-town boy (Channing Tatum) who goes to NYC and gets caught up in the underworld of streetfighting and a scam artist (Terrence Howard). [Trailer] [Official Site]

Obsessed (PG-13). Heroes‘ Ali Larter starts stalking co-worker Idris Elba. That’s a really bad thing to do, seeing as he’s married to no-holds-barred Beyonce. [Clip & Trailer] [Official Site]

Opening in limited release: Mickey Rourke’s "The Informers" (NY), "Mutant Chronicles" (NY, LA, see photos here), "Baby on Board," "Empty Nest" (NY), "The Garden" (LA), "Il Divo" (NY), "Throw Down Your Heart" (NY), and "Tyson" (NY, LA).

Photo Credit: Francois Duhamel; Copyright (c) 2009 DW STUDIOS L.L.C. and UNIVERSAL STUDIOS. All rights reserved.


Mickey Rourke and Kim Basinger at The Informers Premiere

Mickey Rourke’s comeback is full steam ahead, with the Hollywood premiere of “The Informers,” an ensemble film about a group of people in L.A. circa 1983. The movie also stars Kim Basinger, Billy Bob Thornton, Winona Ryder, Amber Heard, and Chris Isaak. It sounds a little like 2004’s “Crash” – you know, lots of intersecting stories.

And don’t forget that Rourke and Basinger starred in the erotic “9 1/2 Weeks” in 1986, so it was probably a little weird for them being back together on a movie.

This one’s definitely not for kids either, as it’s rated R for strong sexual content, nudity, drug use, pervasive language and some disturbing images. “The Informers” arrives in theaters in limited release April 24, 2009.

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Megan Fox to save Mickey Rourke

Megan Fox has signed to play an angel opposite Mickey Rourke in ”Passion Plays.”

The indie drama written and directed by Mitch Glazer stars Rourke as a down-on-his-heels trumpet player in 1950s Los Angeles. His character finds redemption after attempting to save Fox’s angel from a gangster.

This could be interesting, not only because of Rourke and Fox, but because they’re paired with Glazer, who wrote the screenplay for Al Pacino’s “The Recruit” and Bill Murray’s “Scrooged.” It’s really kind of a mixed bag of personalities and brands here.

I just wonder if Rourke will be able to play roles other than a down-and-out character like his Randy the Ram in “The Wrestler.” Talk about typecasting.

Then again, his upcoming roles include a villain in “Iron Man 2” and a hit man in Walter Hill’s “St. Vincent.” I think everyone is cheering him on from the sidelines.

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Mickey Rourke in for Iron Man 2 – For real this time

There’s been all kinds of crazy speculation about Mickey Rourke being cast in “Iron Man 2,” but now it seems like a done deal.

Nikki Finke over at Deadline Hollywood Daily is reporting that Rourke has signed on for the role of the Russian villain in the sequel. I guess there was some heavy-duty negotiating going on after the studio initially offered a measly $250K for the role. Apparently, Rourke’s agent, David Unger, got the figure up to a respectable level, even though the economy is hitting Hollywood where it hurts.

Finke also reports that Marvel did the same thing to Samuel L. Jackson. Something paid off there, because they recently signed Jackson to play nick Fury in as many as nine Marvel films, including “Iron Man 2.”

All I can say is, go Mickey Rourke!

Image: Newscom

Film Gecko: Live-Blogging the Oscars!

The Oscars are the place to be tonight, and I’m live-blogging the event right here on Film Gecko.

Who will take home those coveted statuettes? Will it be Mickey Rourke? The Slumdog Millionaire crowd? Kate Winslet? Heath Ledger? I’m betting all of the above will score big tonight.

For a schedule of tonight’s festivities, click here. Check out all the 2009 Oscar nominees, and print out your own ballot.

And click through to join in the discussion!

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Mickey Rourke Gives Rambling Speech at Spirit Awards

I hope Mickey Rourke has one giant mantle someplace to put all the awards he’s winning. And someone should definitely create a coffee table book out of the speeches he’s giving.

The crowd at the Spirit Awards yesterday gave him a standing-o after his uncensored acceptance speech for winning the best actor award. The 56-year-old comeback kid and star of "The Wrestler" dedicated the award to his beloved Chihuahua, Loki, who passed away last week.

"I’ve just gotten thousands of letters from strangers and people that know me about my dog that died six days ago, Loki. This is for you, baby."

Rourke also gave a shout-out to his friend, actor Eric Roberts, calling Roberts "probably the best actor I have ever worked with. I don’t know why in the last 15 years, no one has given him the chance to show his s— again."

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Film Gecko: Live-Blog Tonight and Full Oscar Schedule!

Tonight’s the big night! The 81st Annual Academy Awards airs at 8 pm on ABC, and I’ll be live-blogging the event right here on Film Gecko beginning at 6 pm! So stop by and join in the discussion. Check out all the 2009 Oscar nominees, and print out your own ballot. Here’s the full schedule of Oscar festivities tonight (all times EST):

2 pm, E!, Countdown to the Red Carpet (240 min.): Awards backstory and early red carpet arrivals.

3 pm, TV Guide Channel, Countdown to the Academy Awards (180 min.): Profiles of nominees, red carpet fashion, and early arrivals.

6 pm, Film Gecko, Live Blog! Stop by and join in as we chat (and snark) about the red carpet arrivals and the awards show itself.

6 pm, TV Guide Channel, Live at the Academy Awards with Lisa and Joey (120 min.): Lisa Rinna and Joey Fatone interview nominees on the red carpet and discuss the fashions.

7 pm, ABC, The Barbara Walters Special (180 min.). Anne Hathaway, Mickey Rourke, Hugh Jackman, and the Jonas Brothers are interviewed on Barbara’s 28th annual Oscar-night interview show.

8 pm, ABC, Oscars Red Carpet (30 min.): Red carpet arrivals and interviews.

8:30 pm, ABC, 81st Annual Academy Awards (180 min.): Hugh Jackman hosts the ceremonies, live from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood.

11:30 pm, E!, After Party (120 min.): The results of the Oscars are discussed.

12:05 am, ABC, Jimmy Kimmel Live: After the Academy Awards (60 min.): Jimmy talks with Mel Gibson, and Robin Thicke performs.

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Schwarzenegger to Make Movie Comeback?

Is Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger making a movie comeback? Apparently so! He’s reportedly signed to appear in Sylvester Stallone’s upcoming movie “The Expendables.”

The movie follows a team of mercenaries who go to South Africa on a mission to overthrow a dictator. Yep, that sounds like classic Stallone.

But, well, maybe not entirely classic Stallone. Sir Ben Kingsley, Eric Roberts and Mickey Rourke have also signed to star in the movie. So maybe the plot will include something besides lots of explosions and gunfire.

Oh, and Arnold will be playing himself. So I guess he’s not quite done with politics yet.

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Hugh Jackman, Amy Adams, Mickey Rourke Talk Oscars – VIDEOS

The Oscars are coming right up! ABC’s live telecast from Hollywood’s Kodak Theatre will air this Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009 at 5 pm PT/8 pm ET.

I’ve been scouring the Web to see who’s got the best coverage, and The Hollywood Reporter has some excellent videos of filmmakers and actors up for awards on Sunday. Read on to see what Clint Eastwood, Ron Howard, Hugh Jackman, Amy Adams and others have to say about their projects.

In this clip, Ron Howard talks about making "Frost/Nixon," while Clint Eastwood gives his take on leading lady, Angelina Jolie:

 

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Valentine’s Day Hook-Ups: Mickey Rourke, Courtney Love, Mandy Moore - VIDEO

Doesn’t Renee Zellweger deserve some romance? I say she does! CelebTV’s got the scoop on Renee, Mandy Moore, and the not-all-that-shocking pairing of Mickey Rourke and Courtney Love (please, Lord, don’t let them have children):


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