Here is the first photo of Dimension’s new film, H2 the sequel to Rob Zombie ‘ s 2007 reinvention of the horror classic “Halloween”. The film is set to open in theaters August 28, 2009. Directed by Rob Zombie , the film’s cast includes Scout Taylor-Compton, Tyler Mane, Danielle Harris, Daniel Roebuck, Ezra Buzzington, Mark Christopher Lawrence, Jeffrey Daniel Phillips, Dayton Callie, Richard Brake, Matt Bush and Howard Hesseman.
Photo By: Marsha LaMarca/Dimension Films
In 1988 Jean-Claude Van Damme has his first international hit with the movie Bloodsport. I was 13 years old when this movie first came out and thought it was the second best movie ever made right after America Ninja. Hey, give me a break I was just a kid. Anyway, I went on and became a big fan of Jean-Claude, and through the 90’s I enjoyed many of his works including Kickboxer, Lionheart, Death Warrant, Double Impact, and Hard Target. Some time after Hard Target, Jean-Claude kept doing the same thing and I grow up and lost interest, that is until now.
I’ve always which that the action stars of my childhood, Steven Seagal, Jean-Claude Van Damme and Michael Dudikoff, would stage a comeback. Here with JCVD, in my opinion, Jean-Claude has come close. In JCVD, Jean-Claude shows that he is much more than an action star and can portray the emotions required of a dense character.
Director Mabrouk El Mechri has crafted a wonderful crime/drama which only problems are a bit of clumsy editing and a couple of strange scenes that don’t exactly fit. The movie is a glimpse into the life of Jean-Claude Van Damme in a alternative reality, but leaves the viewer guessing as to how much is really about Jean-Claude. Here after losing custody of his daughter and a failing film career, Jean-Claude returns to him childhood home of Brussels and gets mixed up in a big mess that seems at times comedic.
The support cast is excellent and did a very good job maintaining the seriousness of the film. However, for those looking for their karate fix, I’m sad to say they will not find that here. The only knock out punch Jean-Claude does deliver involves an emotion portrayal.
Peach Arch Entertainment is not having a big release for this movie; the DVD is very basic. The DVD has two deleted scenes and includes a digital copy. However, do not let this dissuade you, this is a damn fine movie and it would be a shame not to watch.
Review By Brad Peterson
Release Date: April 28, 2009
GHOST OF GIRLFRIENDS PAST May 1, 2009
Celebrity photographer Connor Mead loves freedom, fun and women…in that order. A committed bachelor who thinks nothing of breaking up with multiple women on a conference call, Connor’s mockery of romance proves a real buzz-kill for his kid brother, Paul, and a houseful of well wishers on the eve of Paul’s wedding moreX-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE May 1, 2009
Hugh Jackman reprises the role that made him a superstar – as the fierce fighting machine who possesses amazing healing powers, retractable claws and a primal fury. Leading up to the events of X-Men, X-Men Origins: Wolverine tells the story of Wolverine’s epically violent and romantic past, his complex relationship with Victor Creed, and the ominous Weapon X program. moreBATTLE FOR TERRA May 1, 2009
The film tells the story of Senn (Justin Long) and Mala (Evan Rachel Wood), two rebellious alien teens living on the beautiful planet Terra, a place that promotes peace and tolerance, having long ago rejected war and weapons of mass destruction. moreHOME May 1, 2009
There are moments frozen under glass…
Inga (Marcia Gay Harden) is a poet and mother to a young daughter (Eulala Scheel, Ms. Harden’s real life daughter). Inga is drawn to a house that reminds her of her childhood home, and here she realizes that many things in her life are coming full circle. more
THE MERRY GENTLEMAN May 1, 2009
Running away from a troubled marriage, Kate Frazier hopes to find anonymity with a new home and a new job in Chicago. Despite friendly flirtation from co-workers and others, the shy and reserved Kate keeps her distance, avoiding questions about her sudden arrival and her recent past. moreTHE SKEPTIC May 1, 2009
Following the mysterious death of his aunt, Bryan Becket (Tim Daly) separates from his wife (Andrea Roth) and young son, to move into the elderly woman’s supposedly haunted Victorian mansion. A die hard skeptic, he dismisses one eerie incident after another as natural phenomena: more
The adventure continues, and this time is rising to its highest peak. Peter Parker would have to deal with his biggest challenge ever; it is not about the villains now, in volume 4 it is all about the hero. The Spectacular Spiderman Volume Four shows us one of the best sagas in the Spiderman universe, The Venom saga. It has been beautifully adapted to this new version without leaving or damaged any aspect of the original story, and adding an extra touch with makes it somehow original. The four episodes on this DVD might not have as much action as the previous ones and it does not offer as many newer characters as the previous two sets; however, the ones that are presented and the old ones returning are just enough to keep the fans of Spiderman entertained for a good 92 minutes.
Each episode in volume four gives us an important part of Spiderman’s life, in the first episode we are introduced to one of the most conflicted enemies/friends of the arachnid. The Black Cat makes its appearance and begins to bemused the wall crawler’s head; also a new enemy the Chameleon makes his appearance in this episode, affecting the hero’s image and reputation. Episode two and three although does not offer any new character is one of the most exciting since the Sinister Six are Assemble, this time they are commanded by no other than DR Octopus, the episode offers a lot of fun, since we see the hero struggle against this dreadful group of villains. It will take all Spiderman has plus some extra help to defeat them and safe someone really precious to him. The last two episodes are the icing on the cake, since one of the most deadly enemies emerges: Venom. It is him who test not only our hero’s special abilities but also his human side.
I was wondering how the Venom saga was going to be depicted in this series, I got to say that I am satisfied with the results. The story was well thought and depicted, the alterations did not damaged at all the comic book’s version, if anything I think this version was much better than the movie. The new characters are well drawn and acted for this type of series, Venom specially did not look as childish as many other foes, and his voice was also very good. In volume IV we still get as many action and humor in this episodes as the previous ones, but what I enjoy the most was the ability of the writers to show Peter’s struggle, not only with the enemies but also with himself and friends, also his final decision is excellently depicted; in this episodes we get to feel more the human side struggle that this comic has gotten used to show us.
The bad thing about the DVD is the same as the previous ones, some characters appearance are far away from the classical profile to the point that they might disappoint the fans, like chameleon, DR octopus, and Black Cat. However, the story helps a lot to avoid being annoyed by their look, also the final battle against Venom although original and fresh was kind of disappointing. The animation was excellent and the sound is also very good like the previous sets. The episodes continue to develop nicely with the right amount of time given for the resolution unlike the episodes from the first volume which endings were hastily rushed. The Spectacular Spiderman has become one of my favorite animated series, let us hopes that future episodes continue with the same intensity or with more, this DVD for collectors of the series is a most have, and if you are not collecting it at least watch it you would need the previous ones to understand and follow it. I recommend this volume to every fan of the wall crawler and hero series in general, it does not matter if you are a kid or an adult just leave it to Spiderman to give us lots of action, some drama (Not much) lots of laughs and a great time.
Film Review By Milo
Release Date: April 28, 2009
Here is the theatrical trailer for Walt Disney Pictures / Jerry Bruckheimer Films’ G-FORCE. Directed by two-time Oscar®-winning visual effects master Hoyt Yeatman—G-FORCE takes audiences on a high-octane thrill ride, proving once and for all that size really doesn’t matter. G-FORCE hits theatres on July 24, 2009
