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David Cronenberg Marathon: ‘Scanners’ much more than exploding heads

Published on May 3, 2012 by
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Scanners Directed by David Cronenberg Written by David Cronenberg 1981, Canada In the early stages of Cronenberg’s career, he established himself as a prolific director of horror films by splicing his features with science fiction elements.  His efforts in creating … [Read the Rest]

The third and final trailer for ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ is the best yet!

Published on May 1, 2012 by
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The new and final trailer for Christopher Nolan‘s The Dark Knight Rises has just come online and it’s going to blow your mind. The Dark Knight Rises is the epic conclusion to Nolan’s Batman trilogy. Leading an all-star international cast, … [Read the Rest]

Hey Toronto: Score Tickets to the intense and entertaining thriller ‘Headhunters’

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Based on a novel by award winning mystery writer Jo Nesbo’s, Headhunters is an intense and entertaining thriller packed with enough twists and surprises to have won over audiences at major film festivals around the world. Thanks to Alliance Films, … [Read the Rest]

Ricky D guest hosts on The AuteurCast to discuss Stanley Kubrick

Published on April 30, 2012 by
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Rudie Obias of the AuteurCast was nice enough to invite me on to participate in a review of Stanley Kubrick’s The Killing. I highly recommend our readers to take a listen. Here is the info. In 1956, Stanley Kubrick joined … [Read the Rest]

This Week in Soundtracks – April 24, 2012, includes ‘Eastbound and Down’

Published on April 27, 2012 by
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  This week’s soundtracks review only features one new soundtrack with three re-releases and new versions of one film series’ scores.   Eastbound & Down by Various Artists Eastbound & Down is an American comedy series about a former Major … [Read the Rest]

‘War of the Arrows’ a consistently entertaining Korean historical epic

Published on April 26, 2012 by
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War of the Arrows Directed by Han-min Kim Written by Ham-min Kim 2011, South Korea Director Han-min Kim’s film The War of the Arrows is something of a rarity in the international image of Korean cinema as its focus lies … [Read the Rest]

In Defense of Friday TV, or Please Stop Saying There’s a Friday Night Death Slot

Published on April 25, 2012 by
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As far back as the ‘60s, TV fans have complained about the Friday Night Death Slot, when it was blamed, in part, by many for the cancellation of Star Trek. Friday evening timeslots have notoriously high turnover rates and most … [Read the Rest]

Trailer for John Hillcoat’s ‘Lawless’

Published on April 24, 2012 by
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John Hillcoat started his career has the producer of two celebrated short dramas, The Blonde’s Date With Death and Frankie and Johnny. He went on to a successful career directing and editing music videos before helming his first feature, the … [Read the Rest]

Tumblr Round-Up: ‘Moonrise Kingdom’ – ‘Psycho’ – ‘This Cabin In The Woods’ – Dick Clark – William Klein – ‘Blue Velvet’

Published on April 21, 2012 by
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The Tumblr round-up is a compilation of images, links, posters, stories, videos and so on, taken from the Sound On Sight Tumblr account. We simply do not have the man power nor time to write articles on every interesting movie … [Read the Rest]

Tumblr Round-Up: ‘Pulp Fiction’ – ‘Heathers’ – French Poster Art – Alfred Hitchcock – ‘Moonrise Kingdom’

Published on April 21, 2012 by
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The Tumblr round-up is a compilation of images, links, posters, stories, videos and so on, taken from the Sound On Sight Tumblr account. We simply do not have the man power nor time to write articles on every interesting movie … [Read the Rest]

Hey Canada: Score Tickets to ‘Safe’ starring Jason Statham in Toronto, Ottawa, Winnipeg and Halifax

Published on April 21, 2012 by
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English born, London raised, Jason Statham might just be the only reliable action star working in Hollywood today. Ever since his starring role in the hit film The Transporter (2002), a film that shot him to leading man status, Statham … [Read the Rest]

This Week in Soundtracks – April 17, 2012, includes ‘Treme, Season 2′

Published on April 20, 2012 by
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A review of soundtracks and scores released the week of April 17, 2012. Marley – Original Soundtrack by Bob Marley & the Wailers Marley is a new documentary that chronicles the life of the man who brought Reggae to the world, … [Read the Rest]

‘Magic Mike’ Trailer: Channing Tatum Takes It Off

Published on April 19, 2012 by
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As prolific filmmaker Steven Soderbergh threatens us with retirement, every film he directs will be cherished even more so with hopes that he’ll change his mind and continue with his filmmaker career. Magic Mike is supposedly based on Channing Tatum’s … [Read the Rest]

First Full Trailer for David Cronenberg’s ‘Cosmopolis’

Published on April 19, 2012 by
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Don DeLillo’s Cosmopolis happens to be one of the best books I’ve read in the past year and David Cronenberg happens to be my favourite directors – so its no secret that I’m pretty excited for the big screen adaptation. … [Read the Rest]

Sketchy Episode 11 – ‘A**y McGee/Racism’

Published on April 19, 2012 by
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  A particularly “sketchy” episode this week discusses the short-lived A**y McGee. Later Matt and Ryan get into bathroom tales, another animation podcast, racism and Name That Toon! Enjoy the sketchiness. Remember, audible is sponsoring this episode. That means you … [Read the Rest]