World wide box office – spring results (II)
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On the eighth place in the international charts with 9.18 million dollars in 4138 cinemas in 44 territories located the British cartoon "The Pirates: Band of Misfits" (total 45 million). Third weekend home rental earned 2.35 million dollars (5th place) with a good common fund to the 20.4 million dollars. At this good news for the "Pirates" have not ended. After a mediocre animated film come to life starts at three other major film markets. Australia become generous to 1.42 million dollars, with 59% growth charges (7th place, just 4.06 million), Germany has 1.07 million, with 10% confidence incidence (7th place, just 5.62 million) and France - 1.04 million, with 6% growth (9th place, just 4.2 million).
Here, next to the British "Pirates" was a Hollywood "Dr. Seuss' The Lorax", attended by 9.08 million dollars in the 3215 movie theaters in 47 territories (total 75 million). Animated film, like many other films, added the third great Australian weekend. The resulting revenue there was 2.7 million, with 41% growth charges (third place, only 11.7 million). In Spain, "Lorax" also was third with 1.21 million (7.46 million total). Best of Latin America, Mexico has allocated 1.07 million dollars, too, in the third weekend rental (5th place, just 8.55 million).
Close the top ten next film the popular Japanese animation franchise "Detective Conan". Sixteenth tape collected at the start of the movie series to record 7.67 million dollars to 351 theater.
Only at the eleventh position of the international charts at this time was collected 5.98 million dollars in 12 territories, the French hit "1 +1" (a total of 322.5 million). The next line in its extensive track record has start from second place in Poland, with 463 thousand dollars in 98 cinemas. Behind were released there in the same weekend, "Titanic" and "Ghost Rider 2".
Of the remaining progress pictures in the first place is the second largest in Spain with $ 1.5 million for the sixth weekend (total 14.5 million) and fourth in Italy with 979 thousand dollars in the eighth (of 17 million). So long stay in the top five charts of these countries is rarely. No French is losing ground reel of film in Germany.
In the sixteenth line of the international chart debut horror "Cabin in the Woods." Horror earned 3.61 million dollars in 781 cinema, receiving almost all this amount to the two major film markets. 2.54 million in 414 theaters spent Britain (3rd place), and 1.02 million gave Russia (6th place).
French comedy "Radio stars" with the participation of Clovis Korniyyaka started from fifth place in the domestic box office for the first five days, collecting 1.64 million dollars in 296 theaters. Just now got to come back in France last year in the world hire "The Lion King." The famous cartoon was the seventh from 1.49 million in 303 theaters. Total re-release in 3D has brought it an additional 86.4 million dollars of international duties and 180.6 million worldwide.
Steadily increasing its capital the German comedy "Turkish for Beginners". In the fifth weekend it earned 1.78 million dollars (4th place) with a common fund of 18.5 million dollars. In addition, its asset 2.06 million dollars in revenues.
Disney's "John Carter" has completed the premiere of international distribution in Japan. Disappointed his charges failed to please the blockbuster, and there, earning only 2.23 million dollars in 692 cinemas in the first three days of hire (5th place). However, even this revenue, "Martian" movie was enough to conquer the 200 millionth milestone in the international box office fees (201.6 million).
Gary Ross interview
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In an interview with PARADE director of sci-fi thriller "Hunger Games" Gary Ross talking about how important it was for him in the film, to remain faithful to the novel.
- Do you think that is why the book series "The Hunger Games" are so successful?
"Human quality of Katniss attracts people. This girl is fighting for survival and finds something, for what is ready to give her life. The world is full of impermanence. Face an uncertain future in an attempt to save themselves is what makes you a man, to unite the efforts with like-minded people and the struggle for common values - are very positive and encouraging message. "
- How closely did you work with the author of "Hunger Games" Suzanne Collins?
"We had a wonderful working relationship. I wrote a draft script, which she read and approved. She came to Los Angeles to discuss it. Suzanne has been so wonderful, exciting idea that before I realized that happens, we've worked together. "
- What was the most difficult in the film adaptation of the book?
"Watching a movie, people should experience the same feelings that they have encountered while reading the book, this dynamic first-person narrative. I spent a lot of time thinking about what it really means a story from a person hero. I realized that it was reduced to a limited amount of information, which he owns. I made a film so that we could move along a winding path, along with Katniss, and just as she was unsure of everything that surrounds us. "
- What about the cruelty that exists in the book?
"I do not think we've mitigated some of the tense moments. One of the nuances of the story from a person Katniss is that you do not need to dwell on the brutal massacre in order to convey the horror. I do not think that the story would have benefited if we showed a bloodbath. "
- Are you worried about the reaction of fans of the book in your film?
"Not really. We have remained faithful to both the story and its emotional component. Suzanne was pleased with the film and, therefore, pleased with myself. First of all - I'm a fan of the novel "The Hunger Games", and then director. I would like to pay tribute to the books by the movie and give you the same sensations that you experience when reading a novel. I am sure that we got it. So, no, I do not worry, I'm excited. "
Interview with Paul V. Anderson
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During the exhibition WonderCon 2012 director Paul V. Anderson gave an interview to Shock Till You Drop, which shared the details relating to his project, "Resident Evil 5."
- At what stage of the project are you right now?
"Stuck firmly in the mounting, mount the director's cut”.
- By the way, the trailer is good. It is surprising that it came so early.
"Well, we talked about it during the filming. We wanted to provide a teaser as a statement of intent - we come to the creation of the film globally. I thought that if we're going to do another" Resident Evil ", we must raise the bar and zoom in. I wanted to make the first truly epic film about zombies, epic post-apocalyptic movie, and we got it. "
- Footage that we saw in the teaser was filmed specifically for it and the film will not be included?
"All the footage from the film, except the people standing with the production of Sony's hands (laughs). Nevertheless, I love them because they all have the right to be eaten alive."
- Hence, an excerpt from the White House and those flying creatures ...
"They are from the "Resident Evil 5." The concept of "Raising the Bar" meant the creation of creatures and zombies a level that they become a big problem for our heroes. I realized that the superiority of mankind feels too long. For example, if you could get to the helicopter and take off - you're safe, no one before you do not get. But now it is not, because we use these cool parasitic creatures from video game "Resident Evil 5." In the scene with the White House, they break the big helicopters in the sky. Plus we still have Las Plagas parasite from the video game "Resident Evil 4", which is an infection - people want to eat you - but now they have the motor skills and they have some intelligence. They can go on motorcycles and shot with automatic weapons. All this makes survival more problematic. "
- Since we are talking about increasing the scale, does this mean that we will see how things are going in those who survived in the world? Previously, the emphasis was on Alice and her team ...
"Yes, to achieve the epic, we have added international locations: in addition to the destroyed Capitol building in Washington, we see Times Square, Red Square, Tokyo ..."
- Over time, you realize how much franchise has evolved. One can only speculate on how long you waited for a chance to get a free hand in the study of the universe.
"You dream, and dreams take on reality. I'm incredibly proud of this franchise. When you start with a modest project, funded by, and finish a billionth of a horror franchise ... develop, which takes place in one room, up to a film of epic proportions - it's very nice. I'm a big fan of the "Alien" and when you watch the first two films - Ridley Scott and James Cameron - you know that they are a perfect example of the proper development of franchise. How Cameron has joined the game after Ridley with his claustrophobic film, it was very clever, because the second lift of the "Alien" Cameron could not do. So he made his own film - scary, with all imaginable elements of a good action. It's always served me a lesson, and it is this lesson I want to bring to life now. Allow myself to develop and evolve, save the familiar elements of the fans, but also brought something new. "
- Using the example of "Alien" you are talking about two different directors. As for your movies, especially the fourth and fifth, we're talking about a director who is putting pressure on himself and raises the bar for himself. It must be hard...
"Yes, definitely. I spent a lot of time thinking about it. Clip, which we show at the exhibition, includes a scene in the corridors of the Corporation Umbrella - we stayed so long in the corridors. In metallic corridors, hallways, made of certain materials. What changes do we bring? Production Design in the fifth part of the show is not the world. It's beautiful. We have developed a special design of the glass, they create a unique visual effect - as if lit from within. Light passes through the floor, walls and ceiling. Hard and white. But just beginning to shed blood, you get the color red on a white floor, and Milla in black. This is a graphic, a fresh look. Definitely it is a "Resident Evil". We have Milla, zombie, there is the logo of the Corporation Umbrella, but in this form it has not appeared in the films of the franchise. "
Chloe Moretz and Haley Bennett in “Carrie” remake
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15-year-old star of "Hugo" Chloe Moretz and 24-year-old Haley Bennett headed the list of candidates for a key role in a remake of the cult picture of Brian De Palma's "Carrie", set on similar work by Stephen King.
The main heroine of the novel American writer - 16-year-old schoolgirl (an age of King points out in the text of the novel), who has lived under the yoke of a pious mother and despised by their peers. During the final cruel classmates make fun of a girl, not knowing what will turn for them to rally Kerry, before the opened of the ability of telekinesis.
On the development of the project, based on the work of King, the studio MGM first announced in May of 2011, while making emphasis on the fact that the upcoming film will be more modern reinterpretation of the book, rather than the canonical de Palma's horror. At the beginning of 2012 the post of director of a new adaptation of "Carrie" for the big screen has been given to the author of the drama "Boys Do not Cry," Kimberly Peirce, after which the company undertook the casting tape.
At a major role in the film by Roberto Aguirre scenario-Sacasa claimed several notable young actresses. The most senior of the past to listen to the candidates on the image of a 16-year old Carrie Bell became Heathcote ("Time") and Haley Bennett ("Marley and Me") - both for 24 years. Among the candidates were listed the names of 18-year-old Dakota Fanning ("Twilight. Saga. Eclipse"), 20-year-old Shayleen Woodley ("Descendants"), and 23-year-old Emily Browning ("Prohibited Device") and Lily Collins ("Snow White: Revenge of the Dwarfs "). The youngest on the list - 15-year-old Chloe Moretz, whose track record, despite her young age of the owner, is one of the most powerful.
As for the other positions in the remake of the cast, the director Kimberly Peirce tries to persuade Jodie Foster to take the image of mother of Carrie.
Chloe Moretz in this year can be seen in the "Dark shadows" by Tim Burton and in the anthology Movie 43. Haley Bennett is currently assigned to the new drama Terrence Malick's "Outlaw" with Ryan Gosling.
Woman in black, movie review
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Young Arthur Kipps London lawyer (Daniel Radcliffe), after his wife died in childbirth falls into depression, which is detrimental to his career. His last chance - a trip to the estate of IL March somewhere in East Anglia. The estate is located in the swamps, on a piece of land, which becomes an island in the tide - a perfect trap, which promptly gets Kipps. Local residents, including attorney Jerome (Tim MakMullan), Kipps trying to send back to London, local moneybags Daly (Kyaran Hinds), by contrast, helps a visitor. Meanwhile, in the house are found ghosts and in the town - dying children, and Kipps tries to understand the dark secrets of IL March.
Of course, the main advantage and disadvantage of "Women in Black" is that it is a film with Daniel Radcliffe. "The boy who survived," became a young man who tries to prove that on the role of Harry Potter his career is not over. In this sense, a trip to Il Marsh - and his chance, though, of course, not the last. Radcliffe switches all over the viewer's attention, but it is worth to his credit, kept a stiff upper lip - by the middle of the picture you forget about Harry Potter and watch Arthur Kipps.
"The Woman in Black" - a picture in which the plot is secondary, but the entourage is primary. The plot of the thriller, say so, is plain, but the film is shot beautifully, rich in fine detail, provided with excellent music, Marco Beltrami ("Scream," "Resident Evil" and so on), and pretty scary. Yes, the techniques, which enjoys full swing producer, have become classics, but the operator Tim Maurice-Jones (who shot classics Guy Ritchie) plays them with great skill. Rightfully deserve applause and artists who have made a picture juicy, dark and truly unforgettable - it wants to stare, it attracts your attention, because the next "Boo!" is particularly impressive.
Another plus, in my opinion - "child" rating. In the film, there is almost no blood or terrible monsters, it is aesthetic, it even can be called intelligent. All evidence of good taste makers.
"The Woman in Black" - a classic example of stories about ghosts, horror, and combining certain theatricality, it is in the tradition of gothic novels. Even if the main role is not starred Daniel Radcliffe, "Woman in Black" could be recommended, including, and not lovers of the genre.
The third “Human centipede” is coming soon
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Director of controversial film series "The human centipede" Tom Six said in his twitter that the third part is going to link the five hundred men. I wonder whether the project be allowed to release the British censors?
Dutch director became known for horror film "The human centipede." The picture was published in 2009 and almost immediately gained cult status in a number of moviegoers. Two American women are victims of sickening experiments, the German surgeon who is going to connect more people with the aim of creating a single digestive system. What and where to sew the good doctor, you can imagine, in spite of the film.
Interestingly, the film that investors had no idea how the surgeon creates a maniac, his "centipede", so that the result has been seriously confused. Six himself admits that inspired David Cronenberg movies and Japanese horror, but prefers more realistic approach to cinema.
In America, "The human centipede" has not received release deals, so that was shown in New York and several theaters. The reaction of the public, gazed at various film festivals, and reached the gag reflex. Tom Six realized that he had a hit on his hands, and took the second film.
Sequel to a straightforward name "Human centipede 2" was originally conceived as a release for home video. In the story of a maniac surgeon linked to the centipede 12. In England, censorship is forbidden to release the film as distributors are not cut out 32 most sickening moment. At the show in the U.S., held at the Fantastic Fest in Austin, film distributors IFC Films distributed hygiene packs to audience.
The negative reviews of the sequel did not stop director from the work on the third film. "The human centipede 3", according to the Six's tweet will be collected from more than 500 people. "This is an American-style XXXXL!" - Wrote Tom. A few days ago, the director wrote that he started casting, and the performers of the main roles require great courage. In the language of English idioms, they have to grow eggs. In a figurative sense.
Tom Six is planning to shoot the third film this spring in the U.S.
Daniel Radcliffe will play Allen Ginsberg
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Daniel Radcliffe in all possible forces is trying to go away from the stereotypes associated with his stay in the role of magician Harry Potter. The actor starred in the horror "The Woman in Black", plays on Broadway, and now comes off as a beatnik poet Allen Ginsberg.
More recently, this role was played by James Franco in the drama "Howl." Ginsberg as a character has been appearing in various scenes from the seventies. Therefore a great variety of actors have played him - John Turturro, Hank Azaria, David Cross, Ron Livingston - but Ginsberg for the first time will be shown so young.
The founder of Beatles movement Allen Ginsberg took an interest in poetry in his youth, but at the insistence of the family was preparing to become a lawyer. During his youth he showed political activism, participating in political protests of different manifestations - from the Vietnam War to the fight against drugs.
Ginsberg adds spice to the history of the fact that the poet was an openly gay and has lived with his partner, writer Peter Orlowski, more than 30 years.
The project, which, according to the site Twitchfilm, will participate Radcliffe is called Kill Your Darlings. For the first time about it was announced in 2009 and auditioned for the lead role Jesse Eisenberg, Chris Evans and Ben Wishaw. Since then much water has flowed under the bridge, the actors have changed, so that the director-debutant John Krokidasu had to find a new hero.
In the independent film scripted by Austin Bunna actions will focus on the relations of Allen Ginsberg, Jack Kerouac and Lucien Carr. Who exactly will play the remaining characters, has not been announced.
Daniel Radcliffe, this year, has farewell to the Harry Potter franchise and eyeing the independent projects. In February of this year the actor has eyeing the role in the comedy "Amateur Photographer", but so far the fate of this film is foggy.
Interview with John Rhys-Davies
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John Rhys-Davies, who played Gimli, Gloin's son in an interview spoke about his meeting with Peter Jackson on the set of "The Hobbit".
- In the last "photo report" Peter Jackson has footages of you on the set of "The Hobbit". What was it like to once again plunge into a familiar atmosphere, and is there any chance that we'll see you at least in cameo?
I would like it! My life made a turn 180 degrees! After I starred in the trilogy "Lord of the Rings" I do not like gun-shot approach to all kinds of masks, and still do not want to, but honestly, I was not eager to play a gnome. Why should I be one of the thirteen, if I may be the only one? Now, when I've almost forgotten what the horror is a many hours of makeup - I'm starting to look at everything through rose-colored glasses. Yes, I went and met with Peter, and yes, I almost began to grovel and fawn (laughs)! I am sure that Peter noticed this!
- This means that you have not received confirmation that you are in the game?
I have not received confirmation that I was not in the game, but actually, no, never got it. I'm sure any of us would be happy with the invitation. Let me tell you ... I am sure that Peter Jackson has everything that should have director. Just look at his organizational talent! I think his desire to raise the bar all the time in his work, he sets the tone for all filmmakers in the world. 48 frames per second - it will provide unprecedented clarity and depth of the picture, and I think Peter will blow everything else about the representation of 3D. Peter is very thorough person, while having all the qualities necessary to the great director. Add to this the fact that the film industry he has built on international level from scratch. Excellent mind and an amazing humility – he has this all!
- What feeling did you have being on the set?
The feeling was similar to the one you feel coming visit the old school where you were the coolest pepper, and suddenly, you realize that everywhere there are a lot of cool guys from new generation. They very politely look down on you, as one of the ever popular alumni, but make it clear that now is not your name in the title of a morning news release. I felt nostalgic. Time flies. "The Lord of the Rings" was the crown of creation, but now ... Long live "The Hobbit", which will be the next crown!
- You were not in the "Kingdom of the Crystal Skull", is there any chance that we'll see you in the fifth Indiana Jones movie?
If you ask me, I will consider this proposal (laughs)! Actually, I was invited to make a small cameo in the fourth movie. I had to sit in front of a green screen studio, and then cut out this footage would get married or Indy some awards like that. I think Salah deserves more respect and the audience more beautiful scenes with his participation.
- How would you compare your collaboration with Jackson and Spielberg? They have a similar style of work or vice versa, different?
Both are geniuses. Both possess extraordinary abilities for the splendid work that come out of their shops. They have different styles, but one, and another genius. I have worked with many famous artists: Blake Edwards, Franklin Schaffner. Spielberg - one of the giants. If the films could not say, Steven Spielberg would be the greatest director of all time. He knows how to tell a story in pictures better than anyone else. PJ. Well, I love PJ! In fact, you can’t compare Spielberg and Jackson, because they are both giants. They both are good in choice of actors and different roles for these actors. I think Jackson has a rare flair for literary material, which gives him a great advantage as a filmmaker. In general, I admire them both!
Girlfriend for Tom Cruise
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Work on the adaptation of Lee Child "One Shot" is in full swing. By adopting the lead role of Tom Cruise, the studio began looking for a partner for him. This weekend director Christopher McQuarrie met with three actresses.
It is known that the studio is looking for an actress with a name, but not so well-known to be in the list of Category A. Favorite star of McQuarrie was Brit Marling, but the actress could not find time to work on "One Shot".
Last Saturday the director has seen with three girls: Hayley Atwell, Alexa Davalos and Rosamund Pike. Some of them will get the role of a sharp lawyer and part-time district attorney's daughter.
The most famous of the trio is an English Rosamund Pike. She became famous thanks to the role of villain Miranda Frost in one of the films of James Bond "Die Another Day, but not now." The actress was seen in costume drama "Pride and Prejudice" and "The Libertine" as well as in the films "An Education" and "Surrogates."
Compatriot of Pike actress Hayley Atwell became known to the world this year alone thanks to "The First Avenger," where she played a woman of Captain America. Atwell starred in several British projects, including the dramas "The Duchess" and "Brideshead Revisited."
Alexa Davalos are known thanks to the "Battle of the Titans", starring Andromeda. But perhaps even better known for her blockbuster role in "The Chronicles of Riddick."
"The Shot" - a screen version of one of the novels of the series about detective Jack Richer from writer Lee Child. All the books of the series became best sellers in the world.
Christopher McQuarrie is taken for setting the film on the ninth novel of Richer. Invisible sniper starts shooting people in the heart. Six shots - five of the victims. City is plunged into horror. However, in a few hours the police finds offender. And though all the clues point to him, the suspected one denies everything. He said that police had arrested the wrong guy, and Jack needs to find the Richer. But that can bind to a complete psychopath with a former military police officer?
Filming of "The Shot" will begin this fall.
Sebastian Roche new favorite of the universe
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Once again "Vampire Diaries". But at the same time briefly about "Supernatural." As we all remember, in the finale of 6 season of "Supernatural" brazen angel Balthazar was very unlucky. Well, he was killed. And because there was nothing to substitute Castiel (Misha Collins), not realizing that he could become the new god. But as they say, every cloud has a silver lining. Because Sebastian Roche in this role, so looked to the leadership of the Channel The CW, that they decided to give him a chance to chose one of the roles at their projects.
In general, officially confirmed that Roche will appear in the new season of "Vampire Diaries" as a severe vampire hunter - and so severe that even Klaus (Joseph Morgan) begins to get nervous. Probably, this hunter will specially sharpened by killing a vampire hybrid. In general, the Mystic Falls is gradually turning into a get-together world of vampires and vampires hunters.
The executive producer of "Diaries", Julie Plec says about this: "He is healthy, and angry, but I would not venture to say, is he really the main villain or not ... It is possible that will come after him even more evil character, and even not one. "
In "Supernatural" Roche has made his character Balthazar into universal favorite in just a single series, providing him with the unique sense of humor and healthy cynicism. It is hoped that on the new place he will not lost.
Julie Plec on this issue adds: "He walked on the lot, and I immediately received a message from the costume that all the women in the wardrobe were delighted with him, because he's charming, handsome man."