Wednesday, July 15
It's been 20 years this month since Seinfeld first hit the airwaves, and we still miss seeing our favorite characters in new predicaments. Given the number of movie remakes and sequels Hollywood's been cranking out as of late, it got us to thinking: What movies would we like to see recast with Jerry, George, Elaine, Kramer, or another member of their motley social circle? Here are 10 movie-reboot ideas we offer up to the remake gods.
Posted 7/15/2009 by reelz
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Thursday, April 30
The new trailer is out for Julie & Julia, due in theaters August 7. Of course, it can't resist pointing out that the movie is "based on two true stories." The movie, which went into production last month, was written and directed by Nora Ephron, who also wrote Sleepless in Seattle and When Harry Met Sally. If the trailer is any indication, Julie & Julia will have the same light-hearted spirit and innocent messages of empowerment.
The movie tells the parallel stories of noted chef Julia Child (Meryl Streep) and Julie Powell (Amy Adams), a dissatisfied temp worker who decides to take her life in a new direction. In 2002, the real-life Powell began cooking all of the 524 recipes in Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking. She then documented her experiences on a blog, which eventually gained a substantial following and led to this movie -- most likely the first blog-to-big-screen adaptation.
The initial impression (no pun intended) is that Streep is just playing Streep with a Julia Child voice. The imitation sounds technically correct, but without a character of its own. But judge for yourself:
Posted 4/30/2009 by Rich Z
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