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How to Train Your Dragon: Australian Trailer Released

November 20th 2009 07:15

Ever since a bunch of Cuban-heeled youngsters became responsible for unleashing the GFC upon the tiny economy of Iceland, the words ‘dragon’ and ‘Viking’ have fallen distinctly out of favour with the worldwide zeitgeist. Not that Dreamworks or Paramount Pictures Australia are too concerned, with March 25 boasting the release of their latest 3D blockbuster, “How to Train Your Dragon.” Based upon the book by Cressida Cowell, the light-hearted film tells the tale of Hiccup, a reluctant Viking teenager whose world is turned upside down when he encounters a dragon that may in fact not be a fire-breathing colossus of death and destruction. Paramount Pictures Australia have just released the local version of the trailer so check it out below (funky shades not required).

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SCREAM

November 14th 2009 09:30

SCREAM official poster

This Wes Craven film is perfect for teenagers grouped together for a night of giggles and scares. It was effective even for me, the first time I saw it, all those years ago. It poked fun at the clichés of horror films and then delivers some graphic and surprisingly effective murder scenes, while keeping the suspense driven ‘whodunit’ aspect alive.

Trouble is, so many years later, and more jaded than ever I watched the film again, not remembering the surprise ending, till right at the end. Even so, it failed to raise a hair on my head, neck, or any other part of my body and I was home alone, watching it at night.

However, if you have not seen it, or you have a household of teens to entertain, I think you would have an entertaining night. Lots of thrills and spills and laughs, even the corny bits can bring a smile.

The production elements are excellent and the film won many awards. It was a huge box office success.

For me, it dated badly I have to admit, losing its power. The mix of teen aimed humour and self parody most likely didn’t help Scream retaining its fright factor.
However, Craven could easily argue that those aspects were integral to its financial and critical success.

DISTRIBUTED BY ICON FILM DISTRIBUTION
AVAILABLE NOW ON BLU RAY AND DVD

Directed by
Wes Craven

Produced by
Cathy Konrad, Cary Woods

Written by Kevin Williamson

Starring
David Arquette
Neve Campbell
Courteney Cox
Matthew Lillard
Rose McGowan
Skeet Ulrich
Drew Barrymore
Music by Marco Beltrami
Cinematography Mark Irwin
Editing by Patrick Lussier
Distributed by Dimension Films (USA)
Release date(s) December 20, 1996
Running time 113 minutes
Country United States
Language English

IMAGE CREDIT:
CREATOR UNKNOWN, PRESUMED COPYRIGHT HELD BY PUBLISHER AND/OR FILM PRODUCTION COMPANY AS INDICATED IN CREDITS OF SCREAM POSTER. USE OF IMAGE FOR CRITICAL APPRAISAL ONLY AND PRODUCED FOR ICON FILM DISTRIBUTION

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Hola Mexico Film Festival 2009

November 9th 2009 07:23

Ana Claudia Talancón and Daniel Giménez Cacho in "Tear This Heart Out".

You’re understanding of Mexican cinema may be limited to midget-battling wrestlers, but the North American country is becoming increasingly well known for its thriving film industry. Thankfully, in Australia we have the Hola Mexico Film Festival for a yearly reminder of the silver screen greatness churned out by this culturally resilient country.

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CASE 39

October 26th 2009 15:10

Official Poster

This film has more than a few thrilling moments. It caused my friend to throw her hands over her eyes and gasp, numerous times. I kept looking, but will admit to a few gasps too

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Up in the Air - Sneak Peak and Movie Trailer

October 25th 2009 06:03

by Matt Shea

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CAPITALISM: A Love Story

October 24th 2009 03:37

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Happy Birthday Sigourney; Best Wishes Ripley

October 22nd 2009 15:13

by Matt Shea

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Peter Jackson's "The Lovely Bones" selected for The Royal Film Performance

October 22nd 2009 04:04

by Matt Shea

We’ve known ever since Helen Mirren bawled her eyes out over a dainty stag that the Queen of England is a bit of an existential sort. Lucky for her then, given Peter Jackson’s “The lovely Bones” has been selected for the Royal Film Performance 2009. The World Charity Premiere will take place in late November in Leicester Square and feature members of both the Royal Family and the film’s all-star cast. Jackson said he is “honoured” the film has been selected for the event, adding that the filmmakers “are thrilled Their Royal Highnesses and the CTBF [The Cinema & Television Benevolent Fund] audience will be amongst the first people in the world to see it.” Of course, if Prince Phillip is attending, the film will no doubt be switched for his personal Peter Jackson favourite, “Bad Taste

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The Motorcycle Diaries

October 17th 2009 14:10

Poster ICON Film Distribution

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Hollywood: Leave My Memories Alone

October 15th 2009 08:16

by Matt Shea

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Shutter Island: New Official Trailer

October 13th 2009 07:31

by Matt Shea

Martin Scorsese Leonardo DiCaprio Shutter Island

The delay of "Shutter Island" caused a few Scorsese fans to beat themselves about the head with a telephone. Originally slated for an October release, it was announced in August that Paramount was pushing things back to early 2010 – a bummer, to be sure. But thankfully Paramount Australia heard the gnashing of teeth and has tried to alleviate the pain by providing a brand new official trailer for the film. It’s looking rather slick to say the least, although this clip gives the eerie impression that Mark Ruffalo plays a something close to a mute sidekick. Check it out below

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How does Jude Law's cross-dressing compare?

September 27th 2009 21:55

Jude Law is looking stunning as Minx in the 2009 Sally Potter film Rage.

Law has always been know as a pretty-boy, but thanks to a role requiring him to crossdress we can now confirm he also makes a pretty girl

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