Just in time for Easter, the creators of Despicable Me (director Tim Hill) and Alvin and the Chipmunks (producer Chris Meledandri) have worked together to bring you Hop – a tale of dreams, friendship, mutiny and… chocolate?
The film’s central theme revolves around the relationship between a man, a bunny and their dreams. Aimed toward a 12-and-under audience, the film kept the normally crude and inappropriate British comedian Russell Brand’s performance rated PG, while still keeping his hilarity and wittiness intact. You won’t find yourself rushing out to pre-order the DVD release after the credits roll, but you will be delighted by how adorable a fuzzy little bunny with a drum set can be.
E.B., voiced by Russell Brand, is a small bunny with a whole lot of personality. Next in line for the coveted position of Easter Bunny, the teenaged rabbit would love nothing more than to ditch the family business and become a famous rock star. Drowning under the weight of his father’s (voiced by House’s enigmatic anti-hero, Hugh Laurie) expectations, E.B. runs away from his predestined life on Easter Island to try his hand in Hollywood. Your heart will go out to the furry idealist as he walks the streets trying to find a place to live and wonders aloud if, “Maybe this is the rags part of my rags to riches story.”
There, in a twist of live-action/animation magic, E.B. meets (and is almost run over by) the film’s second leading man. James Marsden shines in his portrayal of Fred O’Hare, a twenty-something underachiever still living in his parent’s house. Unimpressed with his inability to hold a job, Fred’s family all but kicks him to the curb in an intervention-type attempt to help him grow up.
The unlikely duo play off of each other very well, proving that you don’t have to be of the same species to be friends (as long as you have the magical ability of animal speech). One of the best scenes of the movie include the pair, with a flustered Fred trying to make E.B. leave the mansion he’s house-sitting after hitting him with his car. In an attempt to placate the moaning and limping bunny, Fred asks him, “You want some baby aspirin?” E.B. replies, “No, save it. Next time, you may hit a baby.”
Other notable performances include those by Hank Azaria as Carlos, a heavily Hispanic-accented chick that plans a coup d’éta against the Easter Bunny, and Big Bang Theory‘s Kaley Cuoco as Fred’s well-meaning sister. In fact, most of Fred’s family is played by an actor of comedic background, with Elizabeth Perkins and Gary Cole playing his parents. Minor supporting roles feature Chelsea Handler as the potential boss of a video game company during an interview with a rabbit-frazzled Fred and David Hasselhoff, who takes an interest in E.B.’s amazing drumming skills after he auditions for Hoff Knows Talent.
One of the main problems the film had was failing in its attempt to make Easter comparable to Christmas. With a robust frame, a sleigh pulled by tiny chicks, a workshop filled with urgency and the deadline of having to deliver Easter goodies to children around the world in one single night, it’s obvious that the writers were trying to find a correlation between the two holiday figureheads, but the Easter Bunny is still no Santa. The Easter Bunny plot line would have been more interesting if it had been given its own flavor and not just a watered down rendition of an already widely accepted character’s modus operandi.
Despite its over-the-top and unrealistic plot, Hop remains totally relatable. Who hasn’t felt the pressure of living up to their parent’s expectations or been the victim of extreme underachieving tendencies? Hop takes the poster boys for these situations and shines a rosy light on their inadequacies, all while making you crave a big ol’ bag of jelly beans. Just make sure you know where they came from first!
– "Scream 4" will hit theaters on April 15 without the specter of a lawsuit hovering over the horror sequel. Distributor the Weinstein Co. has paid to settle a $3 million lawsuit filed by producer Cathy Konrad, who claimed she was booted from the fourth installment on the franchise after it was developed behind her back. Terms of the settlement, which was reached months ago but has gone unreported until now, have not been disclosed. However, sources told The Hollywood Reporter that Konrad was getting a cash payment and a very small portion of any profits from the film. Konrad sued Bob and Harvey Weinstein last May, claiming she was responsible for the development of the "Scream" franchise and was entitled to a first opportunity to produce any sequels on the same financial terms as 2000's "Scream 3," for which she received a guaranteed $550,000 plus $100,000 bonuses for domestic box office targets of $75 million, $100 million, $110 million and $125 million. (The film stalled at $89 million, the worst performer in the series.) Konrad claimed she had planned to be involved in the fourth film, directed by Wes Craven, but she learned from media reports that the Weinsteins were planning to restart the horror series and release another installment in 2011 without including her. The suit alleged the Weinsteins booted her on the "false pretext" that her producing services were to be exclusive to the project, which she says was not a requirement on "Scream 3." She claimed that the Weinsteins actually excluded her to lower costs and to hire Craven's wife instead. Weinstein attorney Bert Fields denied the allegations at the time. Fields and Konrad's attorney declined to comment on the settlemen
David Gordon Green‘s medieval stoner comedy (yes medieval stoner comedy) ‘Your Highness’ has been bestowed with these three new character posters. This film looks a riot, a top-drawer cast is featured in James Franco, Danny McBride, Natalie Portman, Zooey Deschanel and Justin Theroux….I’m signed up already! This film has cemented itself as one of my most eagerly awaited comedies of 2011. Look out for this in US cinemas April 8th, and April 13th in the UK.
Throughout history, tales of chivalry have burnished the legends of brave, handsome knights who rescue fair damsels, slay dragons and conquer evil. But behind many a hero is a good-for-nothing younger brother trying just to stay out of the way of those dragons, evil and trouble in general. Danny McBride and James Franco team up for an epic comedy adventure set in a fantastical world—Your Highness. As two princes on a daring mission to save their land, they must rescue the heir apparent’s fiancée before their kingdom is destroyed.
Thadeous (McBride) has spent his life watching his perfect older brother Fabious (Franco) embark upon valiant journeys and win the hearts of his people. Tired of being passed over for adventure, adoration and the throne, he’s settled for a life of wizard’s weed, hard booze and easy maidens. But when Fabious’ bride-to-be, Belladonna (Zooey Deschanel), gets kidnapped by the evil wizard Leezar (Justin Theroux), the king gives his deadbeat son an ultimatum: Man up and help rescue her or get cut off. Half-assedly embarking upon his first quest, Thadeous joins Fabious to trek across the perilous outlands and free the princess. Joined by Isabel (Natalie Portman)—an elusive warrior with a dangerous agenda of her own—the brothers must vanquish horrific creatures and traitorous knights before they can reach Belladonna. If Thadeous can find his inner hero, he can help his brother prevent the destruction of his land. Stay a slacker, and not only does he die a coward, he gets front row seats to the dawn of an all-new Dark Ages.
Take a look at the trailer and photos of the new Hollywood movie Henry's Crime starring Keanu Reeves, Vera Farmiga and James Caan. The movie is directed by Malcolm Venville and is set to be released on 8 April, 2011. Released from prison for a crime he didn't commit, an ex-con targets the same bank he was sent away for robbing.
The Autobots learn of a Cybertronian spacecraft hidden on the Moon, and race against the Decepticons to reach it and learn its secrets, which could turn the tide in the Transformers’ final battle.
Director:Michael Bay Genres:Action | Adventure | Sci-Fi Release Date:1 July 2011 (USA)
Cast
Shia LaBeouf : Sam Witwicky Leonard Nimoy : Sentinel Prime (voice) Hugo Weaving : Megatron (voice) Josh Duhamel : Major William Lennox Rosie Huntington-Whiteley : Carly
The Autobots learn of a Cybertronian spacecraft hidden on the Moon, and race against the Decepticons to reach it and learn its secrets, which could turn the tide in the Transformers’ final battle.
Insidious is the Movie to be released on 1st April 2011 Movie Cast & Crew : Patrick Wilson Rose Byrne Barbara Hershey Andrew Astor Leigh Whannell Genre : Fantasy, Horror, Thriller Director : James Wan Producer : Jason Blum Jeanette Brill Oren Peli Steven Schneider Aaron Sims Written : Leigh Whannell Cinematography : David M. Brewer John R. Leonetti Music : Joseph Bishara Insidious Release Date : 01/04/2011
Insidious (2011) Movie is all about this comatose boy in which his body invites evil entities. This horrible thing incident from a boy was found out by his family while the boy’s mind is surrounded in a dark jurisdiction known as The Further.
In the dictionary, Insidious means devious or deceptive. This child was being deceive by this demonic entities stealing his mind and body. Watch Insidious (2011) Online and witness how this child returned in his real world from the demonic place.
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