Posts Categorized: Movies

Jonathan Ames Drunkenly Presents Awards

Here’s a video of Jonathan Ames drunk, and presenting awards at the Writers Guild awards ceremony. I can’t really put in writing how great this video is. Ames is the writer of the recently cancelled Bored to Death, something that he brings up at least five times during his drunken presentation. His complete lack of… Read more »

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter Trailer

Sometimes I find our society’s recent obsession with vampires to be quite tiresome. Other times I find it to be pretty cool. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter is one example of an awesome use of vampires. Originally a book that is now being made into a movie, the first trailer was just released today. The trailer… Read more »

Bourne Legacy Trailer

Today’s been a pretty slow day. The definite highlight was the release of the trailer for the upcoming Bourne Legacy film starring Jeremy Renner. I think Renner will make a great Bourne. So long as the film keeps the spirit of the earlier ones it has all the hallmarks of another great action flick. I… Read more »

George Lucas Looking To Retire

Long New York Times article focusing on George Lucas and his decision to step away from major film-making. Let’s see if this decision sticks.

Computer Hacking In Movies

Hacking in movies is usually a joke. The super nerdy character is shown in front of a computer screen that usually shows bright green text on a black background, typing away at a ferocious and inhuman pace. At odd intervals the character usually mutters to himself (as it’s usually a guy), alternating between grunts of… Read more »