John Krasinski on Away We Go, The Office and Brief Interviews

June 8, 2009   3 Comments  

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Yes, we did ask about Pam’s pregnancy. And yes, he did give us answers.

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Comic-con 2009: Peter Jackson to attend for first time

June 8, 2009   2 Comments  

This just in: revolutionary filmmaker Peter Jackson, who brought us the likes of “The Lord of the Rings” and “King Kong,” will be attending San Diego Comic-Con for the first time next month to promote his upcoming film “District 9,” due in theaters August 14. The panel for the film will be held on July [...]

Boston Police take zombie attack seriously

June 5, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Its comforting to know that, in case of a zombie attack, Boston residents remain effective. Check out this lovely Twitter conversation and let your fears be assuaged.

Charlie AND Claire to return to Lost?!

June 5, 2009   2 Comments  

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When “Entertainment Weekly’s” Michael Ausiello broke the news yesterday that Emilie de Ravin, who plays Claire on “Lost,” would return full-time next season, Lost theorists around the world started coming up with ideas of how this would occur. But check out this ABC promo clip below: Note Dominic Monaghan’s usage of “was” when referring to [...]

New Mass. IMAX accompanies Transformers 2 release

June 5, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Danvers’ Liberty Tree Mall will be receiving a special gift to accompany the June 24 release of “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen:” the fourth IMAX theater in Massachusetts. IMAX announced the installation of The IMAX Experience in the AMC Liberty Tree Mall 20 theater today. It is part of their joint-venture agreement with AMC to [...]

The Hangover: You’ll remember this one

June 5, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Without a doubt, go see “The Hangover.” In a summer of blockbuster comedies, “The Hangover” is shaping up to be the best one out. If you have been itching for a sequel to “Old School” — or just itching for something that will make your sides hurt from laughing too hard — go see this movie.

Land of the Lost: Ferrell/McBride chemistry makes it worth it

June 5, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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The animation is hokey, the storyline is outrageous and the creatures are as bizarre and corny as they come, but the reason “Land of the Lost” was so damn great can be summed up in five words: Will Ferrell and Danny McBride.

Craig Deering tells us about his MTV Movie Awards experience

June 3, 2009   9 Comments  

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Though the foursome were originally supposed to be seat fillers for the cast of “Twilight,” the company behind filling seats said it would be nearly impossible to guarantee those seats. MTV pulled a few more strings and got them seats at the front row of the pit, “10 feet from everyone,” Deering said.

Pelham 1 2 3 free screening pass giveaway

June 3, 2009   11 Comments  

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It’s that time again. Shoot an e-mail to schwartz.t@blastmagazine.com for an opportunity to get a free pass to “The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3.” There are only 10 passes, and they are first come first serve, so send on over those e-mails. In “The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3,” Denzel Washington stars as [...]

New Moon trailer revealed at Movie Awards

June 1, 2009   6 Comments  

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For those of you who missed it, here’s a look at the first “New Moon” trailer.

Ed Helms on The Hangover

June 1, 2009   1 Comment  

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Blast was lucky enough to catch up with Ed Helms when he was in Boston and get the inside scoop on what it was like working with a live tiger, the bromance that developed on set and news on a possible “Hangover” sequel.

Land of the Lost contest winners!

May 29, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Thanks to everyone who participated in our “Land of the Lost” giveaway contest! The winners received free passes for two to a “Land of the Lost” pre-screening in Boston. Keep an eye on Blast for more screening giveaways and contests! “Land of the Lost” hits theaters June 5. 1. Emily 2. Ribet 3. Joshua 4. [...]

Three new New Moon stills

May 28, 2009   1 Comment  

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There are still six long months until “New Moon” hits theaters, but with a big weekend for the film at the MTV Movie Awards and only two months until the undoubted “New Moon” panel at San Diego Comic-Con, Summit is pumping out some new photos for Twilight fans to lust after. Take a look below, [...]

New Buffy film… sans Joss Whedon?

May 26, 2009   2 Comments  

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Somehow, I doubt even “Twilight” fans will be enough to save this film from box office ruin.

Ghoulish creatures come to BBC America in July

May 26, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Following the tradition of “Buffy” versus “Twilight,” BBC America is premiering its new show “Being Human” July 25 at 9 p.m. Eastern and Pacific time. The show follows the secret double-lives of three 20-somethings who also happen to be a werewolf, a vampire and a ghost. Starring Russell Tovey (“Doctor Who,” “The History Boys”) as [...]

Gentle Giant continues Girls of Star Wars theme

May 26, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Comic-Con is only two short months away, and Gentle Giant, Ltd. is already whipping out some statuesque deliciousness for your collections. Continuing with their Girls of “Star Wars” theme is an Oola mini-bust, plus Luke Skywalker and Ewok statues. There also are some “Friday the 13th” goodies, which Gentle Giant said would be ready for [...]

Roadside Attractions acquires rights to Happy Tears

May 21, 2009   Leave a Comment  

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Roadside Attractions has acquired the U.S. rights to Michael Lichtenstein’s newest film, “Happy Tears.” Starring Demi Moore, Parker Posey, Ellen Barkin and Rip Torn, Roadside plans to release the film in early 2010. “Happy Tears” recently had its world premiere at the 2009 Berlin Film Festival. “We’re very excited to be releasing this film and [...]

Share your Beth Cooper moment of truth with Hayden

May 21, 2009   1 Comment  

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Hayden Panettiere launched a special event for the film called “Beth Cooper Moments of Truth.”

Special Boston screening of TNT’s Raising The Bar

May 20, 2009   11 Comments  

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A pre-screening of a hot new show, free food and prizes just for a comment? Why not.

New Moon poster revealed

May 19, 2009   8 Comments  

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“It looks so much better than the robo-chrome arm constipatedward ‘Twilight’ promos.”