Archive for August, 2009

Michael Cera Plays Against Type in ‘Youth in Revolt’

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009
Michael Cera Plays Against Type in ‘Youth in Revolt’

When we reviewed Year One we noted that while we've enjoyed Michael Cera's halting commentary, it was time for him to play against type and stretch himself as an actor. So, it was with trepidation that we took a look at the trailer for Cera's October film Youth in Revolt. »

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‘The Marc Pease Experience’ Opens Today… But Likely Not in Theatre Near You

Friday, August 21st, 2009
‘The Marc Pease Experience’ Opens Today… But Likely Not in Theatre Near You

The new Ben Stiller and Jason Schwartzman film, The Marc Pease Experience, is opening today. Earlier we told you that the film was opening in ten cities, and indeed the release for the film appears to be limited. At least with the release a one-sheet poster has been revealed. »

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See Ben Stiller at the Smithsonian

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009
See Ben Stiller at the Smithsonian

Ben is continuing his relationship with the Smithsonian by starring in a new orientation film for the museums on the National Mall in Washington D.C. »

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Ferrell Replaces Downey in ‘Oobermind’; Pitt, Hill Join Cast

Sunday, August 16th, 2009
Ferrell Replaces Downey in ‘Oobermind’; Pitt, Hill Join Cast

The Bad News is Robert Downey Jr has left the Ben Stiller-produced animated film Oobermind. The Good News is he's being replaced by Will Ferrell, and the voiceover cast will also feature Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill, joining the previously announced Tina Fey and (possibly?) Stiller himself. »

Posted in Ben Stiller, Casting, Jonah Hill, Megamind, Robert Downey Jr, Tina Fey, Will Ferrell | 1 Comment »

Ben Stiller to Appear on ‘Man vs. Wild’

Sunday, August 16th, 2009
Ben Stiller to Appear on ‘Man vs. Wild’

Following Will Ferrell who appeared on the survivalist show Man vs. Wild, host Bear Grylls indicated in an interview that Ben Stiller will appear on the show later this year. »

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‘Extract’ Character Posters

Saturday, August 15th, 2009
‘Extract’ Character Posters

These character posters certainly do a great job getting us in the mood while learning more about the characters in the film. I really like the graphic design on these posters, and the film's trailer and website. »

Posted in David Koechner, Extract, Jason Bateman, Kristen Wiig, Mila Kunis | No Comments »

‘The Goods’ is… Just Okay (***)

Saturday, August 15th, 2009
‘The Goods’ is… Just Okay (***)

Anchored by a strong leading man in Jeremy Piven, The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard unfortunately has too many things going on to be considered to anything but an interesting and amusing effort. Frat Pack fans will enjoy great performances from Kathryn Hahn, David Koechner, and Rob Riggle. »

Posted in Adam McKay, Craig Robinson, David Koechner, Ed Helms, Kathryn Hahn, Ken Jeong, Reviews, Rob Riggle, The Goods: Live Hard Sell Hard, Will Ferrell | No Comments »

‘The Goods’ in Theaters Today

Friday, August 14th, 2009
‘The Goods’ in Theaters Today

Jeremy Piven's The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard hits theaters nationwide today featuring a Frat Pack All-Star supporting cast including Will Ferrell, David Koechner and Ed Helms. We've got photos from the August 12th Las Vegas premiere, check 'em out! Caught 'The Goods' this weekend? Chime in below »

Posted in Craig Robinson, David Koechner, Ed Helms, Jeremy Piven, Ken Jeong, Movie Premiere, Rob Riggle, The Goods: Live Hard Sell Hard, Will Ferrell | 1 Comment »

‘Marc Pease’ with Stiller/Schwartzman Dumped in Ten Cities

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009
‘Marc Pease’ with Stiller/Schwartzman Dumped in Ten Cities

The Marc Pease Experience has been on the radar here in Fratville for almost two years. In fact, it was one of our most highly anticipated releases... of 2008. But today, director Todd Louiso has details about the film's release this month. »

Posted in Ben Stiller, Jason Schwartzman, Marc Pease Experience | 4 Comments »

‘I Love You, Man’ on DVD Today

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009
‘I Love You, Man’ on DVD Today

One of the best-reviewed comedy films of the year, and one of the most successful at the box office, comes to home video today. I Love You, Man cemented Paul Rudd's status as leading man, not just comedic sidekick. »

Posted in Home Video, I Love You Man, Jason Segel, John Hamburg, Jon Favreau, Paul Rudd | 2 Comments »