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I've been on the fence about Zemekis' motion capture since the corpse-like “Polar Express” and the much more enjoyable “Monster House”. Now he's releasing his version of motion-capture "A Christmas Carol" this weekend. Early buzz is that the characters are just as wooden as the Polar Express and...

It's only been since around the time of Comic Con this summer that we've heard info. Everything is in place with POTDC but they're now entering the budget phase. That's the only sticky part now. The most important too. Otherwise it could stay stalled. :scary:

I don't see technology being the real problem as much as a usual distraction from good filmmaking. CG and 3D these days are used as gimmicks rather than storytelling devices. The formula these days seems to be (in this order): 1. secure the rights to an iconic property+ 2. use computer...

I see many poop jokes in this film's future. I really hope not. but the pitch makes it seems like the Berenstein's meet the Klumps. :grouchy:

There's richness in Jonze's Wild Things at times and I understand why Sendak approves of it. I think the divide with moviegoers has been a question of boldness. Was it a braver choice to be so minimal or would it have been braver to try and communicate the same message for a wider palette? One...

Berenstain Bears to make big-screen debut LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - The Berenstain Bears are heading to the big screen. Walden Media, the family-friendly studio behind the "Narnia" feature franchise, has picked up the movie rights to the classic children's book series. Shawn Levy...

I know that waiters really want to turn over their tables for new customers so if the check takes a while to come there's something going on that's unseen. Other times it bewilders me too. I've never been a fan of super-sizing or upgrading cost when it comes to food. Modest portions at...

"You were great in 'Sideways'!" Love that bit. If any show is responsible for the erosion of brain power it's the 8 seasons of Wings, not the 40 seasons of Sesame Street. I'm reminded by the episode of Animaniacs when the Devil professes his limits to how many years he can renew Wings. Anyway...

:super: One of my best friends is a server at one of San Francisco's cafe hot-spots frequented by celebrities and travelers in-the-know. He does quite well there, but he has to deal with so many moody customers. Everybody's equal and must wait their turn, there are no off-menu items and there's...

The listed DVD pairings are: TMM = Kermit & Orange Whatnot GMC = Fozzie & Blue Whatnot MCC = Gonzo & Green Whatnot It's a very smart way to market these reissues (barring any unforeseen demagnetization). I remember when Disney's Buena Vista had the rights to distribute VHS Muppet movies...

I think there was a middle ground that wasn't explored. Jonze is the reason why big budgets are reserved for kiddie films filled with poop jokes. He was given 100 million dollars worth of opportunity to create something better that could reach the masses. He could have added a layer or two of...

It's been reported that Zemekis was never behind any of the previous attempts at a sequel. Eisner pushed him out of the directors seat for any future production back then. They wanted to go with a cheaper director that could be controlled. This latest effort will have the same writing team as...

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I can't get over how the title read's "Disney's A Christmas Carol" rather than "Disney Presents Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol" and how much more grotesque Jim Carrey can be in motion capture CG. I liken "Polar Express" to a zombie movie because how corpse-like the motion capure came off...

I really wanted to like it more. There are parts here and there that really shine, but it didn't make for a good entire film. The funny thing is - I heard the original cut was much longer! I still might get the DVD to play with the sound off and my own music choices. Who knows what's...

I caught the picture last week and have had a little time to let it sink in. I had high hopes for the movie even though Warner Brothers held up release a year after its completion. The movie is based on a popular book, endorsed by author Maurice Sendak, creatures by the Jim Henson Creature...

I also have no love for the Jimmys of late night. They always seem to be having more fun laughing than I am - and I laugh a lot. They just make me feel uncomfortable like when Chevy Chase tried too hard on his infamous talk show. There have only been three real late night hosts for my taste...

No Muppet is more popular than Kermit. If he isn't selling then the Muppets aren't selling. And if a store has a Muppet assortment - the Kermits will go first and the others will straggle until the Kermits are restocked. However, that's not to say that the other Muppets aren't popular. I...

The unfortunate thing is we now know all-too-well that the Disney reps dismiss any proposals not received through an agency no matter how spectacularly Muppetational they are. :sympathy: I'm just hoping that there's some online Disney-bot that catalogs these suggestions. ;) Well, that's how it...

I also like the idea of themed notebooks and school supplies for Muppet Labs, Muppet Monsters and Electric Mayhem. They could really brand a coolness factor if done right. These three brandings also beg for little plushes and doo-dads. Think of the popularity of Ugly Dolls. Think of Beaker, Dr...