Anything that comes from DreamWorks Animation is worth at least a mention, especially if they drop a trailer with a long lead time. Such is the case for Megamind, a film slated to hit theaters on November 5th and starring Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill and Tina Fey. But we’ll be real with you here: this doesn’t look astounding. The film stars Ferrell as a super villain named Megamind, an evil force who defeats his good guy enemy Metro Man (Pitt), a feat that actually depresses instead of enlivens him once he realizes that he’s nothing without someone to fight against. So instead, he creates a new superhero named Titan (Hill), who goes against his will by wanting to be evil instead of good. This one’s a teaser, but honestly, they should step their game up for the next one. Shame on you, DreamWorks.
Oh geez. As if the name of the lead single off T-Pain’s forthcoming album rEVOLVEr wasn’t bad enough, now we get the visuals for it. Above is the video for the track, which previously featured Young Jeezy but doesn’t seem to include him anywhere in the clip. But we will give credit to Teddy Penderazz for this one, which features some dazzling visuals of T-Pain’s dreads flying through the air and drops of water splashing in slow-mo. And not only that, but you have to hand it to him for doing so much with so little. Who knew that a champagne flute filled with red balls shattering could look so dazzling. Put this one on mute and enjoy.
Last we heard on Jamie Foxx starring in in a film, he signed on to shoot the big screen version of Sheneneh alongside Martin Lawrence. But additionally, he’s got another work in the pipeline, too. According to screenwriter Kyle Ward’s Twitter account, Foxx has signed on to play Lynch in Lionsgate’s video game adaptation of Kane & Lynch: Dead Men, which is slated to be directed by Simon Crane (producer of Jumper). Bruce Willis was previously attached to play the role of Kane, though that deal isn’t necessarily finalized for the film at the moment. In the meantime, if you can’t really wait for the film adaptation of the game, be on the lookout for the video game sequel Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days, which will be released later this year. Good luck with this one, Foxxy.
We had the privilege of hearing this track back in October when we got an advance listen to Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s upcoming reunion album Uni5: The World’s Enemy, and now, we get the visual for it. Following the release of their recent video for “Rebirth,” the quintet gets all introspective and emotional on “Meet Me in the Sky,” which sees them traveling through space in this finely produced clip. There isn’t much that actually takes place throughout the video, but this one isn’t about the action. The guys sing about flying high in the sky and looking down on the world from above, a nice heavenly sentiment to match the vibe of the joint. And if you don’t already know, be sure to cop this joint when it hits retail on April 20th. Necessary cop-age.
Some more Michael Jackson news for you this fine day. After news broke that a new MJ documentary was on the way, another piece of knowledge dropped care of “Thriller” music video director John Landis, who says he’s got some plans to re-release the video in 3-D. In an interview with CHUD, Landis stated that the hourlong doc “The Making of Thriller,” in addition to the remastered video, would soon be released. But the news that caught our attention was that the Jackson estate has intentions to re-release “Thriller” in 3-D, with no announced plans on whether or not it would be released on the big screen or on 3-D TV. If this actually goes through, then the world can finally see this video in the format in which it always should have been seen. Gotta love technology.
Google is pretty much taking over the world, so it really comes as no surprise that it’s headed off the internet and onto your TV screen. According to the NY Times, Google has teamed up with Intel and Sony to develop Google TV, with plans to introduce a new generation of television sets and set-top boxes into homes across the world. The service will allow users to navigate the internet as if they were flipping channels, with options to switch between Web apps like Twitter and Picaso at the drop of a hat. Google plans on rolling out Google TV in the next few months, partnering with Logitech to provide customers with keyboards and remotes compatible with the technology. Face it: if the internet could be turned into a human being, Google would be the biggest celebrity in the world. Get ready for this bad boy.
We all saw this coming. After Blockbuster shuttered 960 stores last September, the future looked pretty grim for the once towering rental service, with Netflix and Redbox changing the way that people rented and watched films at home. Now, Blockbuster is really feeling the sting. According to Variety, the former retail giant is falling victim to its billion dollar debt, with the recent announcement from the company that there is “substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.” News that the company might file for Chapter 11 caused its stock to plummet 29% yesterday, prompting the company to consider “slash[ing] $200 million in overhead costs, close more than 500 stores (it closed 572 last year) and sell off businesses in various countries, as well as bring back late fees.” Looks like the end is near for Blockbuster. Pour some out on the curb.
Last we heard on Gabourey Sidibe’s blossoming career, she signed on to co-star in the upcoming Showtime series The Big C, which stars Laura Linney in the dark comedy. Now, we’ve got an air date for the jawn. According to Variety, Showtime has given the show the post-Weeds slot, with a premiere date set for August 16th at 10:30 P.M. And as repressed housewife Cathy who makes drastic changes in her life when she finds out she has terminal cancer. On the show, Linney stars as a woman who learns she has cancer, with Sidibe attached to play a fast-talking student in Cathy’s class and Oliver Platt slated to co-star as Cathy’s hubbie. The show, which is directed by Bill Condon (Dreamgirls), is slated to begin shooting its 13 episode order in May in time for its August debut. Get ready.
Another rom-com starring Jennifer Aniston. Just what we need. Above is the new trailer for the upcoming film The Switch, which actually takes a more risque approach to the rom-com genre by basing it around - ahem - artificial insemination. The film stars Aniston as an unmarried 40-year-old (right) who decides to strike while the iron’s hot and get pregnant while she still has the capability to bear children. But after seven years, she links back up with her best friend Wally (Jason Bateman) who not only loves her, but also pulled a fast one on her and replaced her chosen sperm with his own. The film, which also stars Jeff Goldblum, Juliette Lewis, Patrick Wilson and more, and it set to hit theaters on August 20th. Could be good, could cross the line. Either way, sick premise.
For all you bibliophiles, you’ve probably read Eat, Pray, Love. And like any bestseller, Hollywood has gone right ahead and turned this one into a feature film. Above is the trailer for the upcoming flick, which stars Julia Roberts, James Franco, Javier Bardem, Billy Crudup, Richard Jenkins and Viola Davis. Based on the memoir by Elizabeth Gilbert, the film focuses on a married woman (Roberts) who, after a difficult divorce, goes on a quest around the world. The film is directed by Ryan Murphy (Running with Scissors) from a script co-written by Murphy and Jennifer Salt. Looks like a chick flick by our standards, but since we’re not so up on our contemporary literature, we wouldn’t really know what direction this leans. Check this one out when it hits theaters August 13th.
