x It was evident from the first trailer that Bumblebee would earn the curiosity of filmgoers who normally wouldn’t touch the Transformers movies with a ten-foot, and now that the first responses are rolling in, it’s clear that viewers hoping for a change of pace from the exhausting and overbearing spectacle of the Michael Bay films haven’t been misled. Though Kubo and the Two Strings helmsman Travis Knight is a relative newcomer to live-action cinema, the consensus is that the director performs his duties swimmingly, delivering a heartfelt coming-of-age story that puts this tired franchise back on track: #BumblebeeMovie is one of the year’s best and most heartfelt blockbusters. Travis Knight expertly directs a coming of age story about a girl and her robot. Impressive visuals, well rounded characters, and G1 greatness. Need to see more from THIS Transformers stat. #Bumblebee pic.twitter.com/dXfS8OhlLF — Nicholas Whitcomb (@Whos_Nick) December 8, … [Read more...] about Bumblebee First Reactions Tease One Of The Year’s Best Blockbusters
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Daily Podcast: The End of Physical Media, The Best Visual Cinema Experience, Star Wars, Aquaman, Rocky III & Great Gatsby – /Film
On the November 20, 2018 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to talk about the latest film and tv news, including Star Wars, Aquaman, Rocky III and Great Gatsby. And in the Mail Bag we’ll talk about your television show recommendations and answer questions about physical media and movie theater presentation. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on iTunes, Google Play, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (here is the RSS URL if you need it). Opening Banter: Staff is traveling, hopefully, we’ll have a water cooler tomorrow. In The News: Chris: Mark Hamill Pitched George Lucas The Idea To Have Boba Fett Revealed As Luke Skywalker’s Mother HT: Most of ‘Aquaman’ Will Be Presented in Full Screen IMAX Chris: The Original ‘Rocky III’ Idea Involved Rocky Hanging Out with the Pope HT: ‘Gatz’: A ‘Great Gatsby’ Origin Series … [Read more...] about Daily Podcast: The End of Physical Media, The Best Visual Cinema Experience, Star Wars, Aquaman, Rocky III & Great Gatsby – /Film
Blockbuster filmed in Norfolk finally gets release date
Autumn comes in June to the Norwich cathedral cloister for the final day of filming Tulip Fever. Photo: Bill Smith Archant © 2014 Cinemagoers will soon be able to see the hotly-anticipated Tulip Fever film starring Dame Judi Dench. Autumn comes in June to the Norwich cathedral cloister for the final day of filming Tulip Fever. Photo: Bill SmithFilm crews visited Norwich Cathedral and Holkham back in summer 2014 but mystery has surrounded its UK release.Norwich Cathedral’s cloister was transported back to the 17th century for its role in the film which stars Alicia Vikander, Christoph Waltz, Dane DeHaan and Dame Judi Dench.The film is set in Amsterdam during the height of tulip mania and is based on the novel of the same name by Deborah Moggach, who also penned The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.The film will finally be released in selected UK cinemas on December 7 this year, including Cinema City in Norwich. The Dean of Norwich, the Very Revd Jane Hedges, said: “Tulip … [Read more...] about Blockbuster filmed in Norfolk finally gets release date
London’s best cinema ticket deals for under £10
A trip to watch the latest blockbuster on the big screen with popcorn in one hand and a large drink in the other, is still the perfect day or evening out but can be really expensive at times. While Netflix and Amazon Prime offer more and more TV boxsets and films to choose from and watch in the comfort of your own home, there is something special about heading to the cinema. If you are a regular at the pictures or wanting to treat yourself, the family or go out with a group of friends - there are some great ticket deals at cinemas across London so a visit to a chain or independent cinema doesn't have to break the bank. Here are a selection of offers where you watch a film for less then £10. Rio Cinema, Dalston Instantly recognisable for its art deco building, the Rio is London's oldest community run cinema and has three brilliant deals on offer. The first is Bargain Mondays where anyone can watch a movie for £7. O Community Tuesdays anyone with a Hackney library card pays a … [Read more...] about London’s best cinema ticket deals for under £10
Colaba’s iconic Regal cinema stares at shutdown as losses mount
The cinema has been racking up a loss of Rs 1 cr annually; talks with a multiplex chain to add at least two more screens and a food court have been unsuccessful so far. Regal, one of the city’s oldest single screen cinemas as well as its first air-conditioned theatre, is on its last breath.“It’s just a matter of time. Regal could close down any day,” rues Kamal Sidhwa Taraporevala, granddaughter of Faramji Sidhwa who founded the cinema 85 years ago. In recent years, the cinema has been posting a loss of Rs 1 crore annually. The average occupancy rate has dwindled to around 15-20 per cent of the 1,160 stand-alone seater. Ticket sales have nosedived drastically since the proliferation of multiplexes at the turn of the millennium. Compared to the hefty rates of multiplexes spiralling between Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 a pop, the tickets are moderately priced between Rs 150 and Rs 250. For potential blockbuster Bollywood movies produced by the top banners, the rates are … [Read more...] about Colaba’s iconic Regal cinema stares at shutdown as losses mount