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#851 Square Eyes » Roeper to part ways with 'At the Movies' after 8 years » 21 Jul 08 :: 14:58
- Illinoisguy1
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Chicago Sun-Times columnist Richard Roeper announced Sunday he is leaving the nationally syndicated show "At the Movies with Ebert & Roeper" after eight seasons.
In a statement, Roeper said: "Eight years ago this summer, it was my privilege to join Roger Ebert as the new co-host of 'Ebert & Roeper,' the sequel to the iconic movie-review franchise created by Roger and the late Gene Siskel.
"Over the last two seasons, as Roger has bravely coped with his medical issues, I've continued the show with a number of guest co-hosts, from celebrities such as Jay Leno, Harold Ramis and John Mellencamp, to critics such as A.O. Scott of the New York Times and Michael Phillips of the Chicago Tribune. It's never been the same without Roger, but I'm proud of the work we've done, and I'm grateful to all the co-hosts who stepped in — and to the viewers that stayed loyal to the show.
"Several months ago, Disney offered to extend my contract, which expires at the conclusion of the 2007-08 season. I opted to wait. Much transpired after that behind the scenes, but an agreement was never reached, and we are all moving on.
"My last episode of 'At the Movies' will air the weekend of Aug. 16th-17th. I wish Disney the best of luck with their new show, whatever form it may take. In the meantime, it is my intention to proceed elsewhere with my ninth year as the co-host of a movie review show that honors the standards established by Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert more than 30 years ago. I will be free to share the details on that program in the near future."
The show began in 1975 on WTTW-Channel 11, featuring Sun-Times movie critic Ebert and Chicago Tribune critic Siskel. It later became syndicated nationwide. Roeper joined the show in 2000, following Siskel's death in 1999 from a brain tumor.
http://www.suntimes.com/entertainment/t … 08.article
I was kind of wondering when something like this would happen. I only watch the show to see clips of the films and not for their reviews. Also I don't think Ebert would likely return to the show anytime soon, if ever.
#852 Re: Square Eyes » I've created a DVD review blog. » 21 Jul 08 :: 13:10
I've posted my first review, I picked Alpha Dog as my first dvd to review.
#853 Re: Square Eyes » Guess the film/tv series by screencap » 21 Jul 08 :: 01:43
Empire of the Sun is a great film.
#854 Re: Off Topic Stuff » Randomness » 20 Jul 08 :: 20:03
I never understood the appeal of Starbucks and it's overpriced coffee.
I'm not a big coffee drinker, but I can't see spending $4 or so for a cup of anything, let alone coffee.
I really think some people drink it as some sort of 'status symbol'. Perhaps many are now saying to themselves. "$4 coffee or $4 towards gas?"
#855 Square Eyes » I've created a DVD review blog. » 20 Jul 08 :: 19:50
- Illinoisguy1
- Replies: 6
I've created my very first blog and it's of dvd reviews.
None are posted yet, but I will post some in the next week or so. Or as I have time.
I'm an amateur at righting reviews, so don't expect great writing.
I'm also a complete novice at HTML, so I'll just be using their built in layouts.
Here is the blog address.
#856 Re: Square Eyes » Star Trek (2008 movie) » 19 Jul 08 :: 12:21
I found them originally on ontd.
http://community.livejournal.com/ohnoth … tml#cutid1
Also if you put them together they make the Star Trek delta shield.
Also if you look very closely you can see the delta shield in their eyes, especially in Spock's eyes.
#857 Re: Square Eyes » Post your recent DVD purchases » 18 Jul 08 :: 20:19
Bought this from Walmart for $9.00
It's OOP (Out of Print) and neither amazon.com or dvdempire.com has new ones in stock. (Except from third party sources on amazon)
#858 Re: Square Eyes » Eagle Eye » 18 Jul 08 :: 08:42
#859 Re: Square Eyes » Speed Racer discussion » 18 Jul 08 :: 08:36
Full size dvd art work.
#860 Re: Square Eyes » Star Trek (2008 movie) » 18 Jul 08 :: 08:27
First pics of the cast.
Nero (Eric Bana)
Kirk (Chris Pine)
Spock (Zachary Quinto)
Uhura (Zoë Saldana)
#861 Re: Square Eyes » Speed Racer discussion » 16 Jul 08 :: 09:16
Here's the pic of the animated series in the Mach 5 case.
While I like the idea, it just look weird. It's too short in length, no fins & no windshield.
#862 Re: Square Eyes » Speed Racer discussion » 16 Jul 08 :: 09:09
The check I sent General Mills for the cereal bowls finally cleared. One entire month.
Wonder how long till I actually receive them.
#863 Re: Square Eyes » Speed Racer discussion » 15 Jul 08 :: 08:38
Nope.
In fact I just don't go see movies in theaters anymore. I haven't in over 10 years. I think the last film I saw in the theater was Star Trek: First Contact.
I just can't stand the annoyances. Plus I can't see to spend that much to just see a movie once.
#864 Re: Square Eyes » Speed Racer discussion » 15 Jul 08 :: 08:16
DVD officially announced.
Title: Speed Racer (IMDb)
Starring: Emile Hirsch
Released: 16th September 2008
SRP: $28.98Further Details:
Warner has revealed early details on Speed Racer which stars Emile Hirsch, John Goodman and Susan Sarandon. The Wachowski Bros film will be available to own from the 16th September, and should retail at around $28.98. The film itself will be presented in anamorphic widescreen, along with an English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround track. Extra material has yet to be revealed. A Blu-ray release will also be available for $35.99. This will include the film along with a full-disc DVD game ("Speed Racer Crucible Challenge"), and a digital copy of the film. We'll bring you further details very shortly. Stay tuned.
Hopefully they'll be more extras than just that. At least they have the Mach 5 on the cover.
#865 Re: Square Eyes » Speed Racer discussion » 14 Jul 08 :: 00:37
This is really neat, they are releasing the complete animated series in a replica of the Mach 5.
Pics 2 link below.
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Speed- … tion/10046
Figures since I recently bought the remaining volumes I needed.. But I just may buy this just for the Mach 5 case.
#866 Re: Square Eyes » In Praise of Chris's Colleagues » 13 Jul 08 :: 23:21
Just a little warning about There Will Be Blood, the case is not the standard plastic case. Both the regular dvd editions come in an envelope, and I've read on a message board that because of this that some people received scratched discs.
Hopefully you'll receive them in fine condition.
Edit. May only apply to the Region 1 release, don't know about the UK releases case.
#867 Re: Square Eyes » Guess the film/tv series by screencap » 13 Jul 08 :: 19:00
once upon a time in the west
#868 Re: Square Eyes » Guess the film/tv series by screencap » 13 Jul 08 :: 12:17
Used Cars?
#869 Re: Square Eyes » In Praise of Chris's Colleagues » 12 Jul 08 :: 22:14
Never heard of that film before.
Looking at the cast it does star one guy that just looks very weird to me, DJ Qualls.
I do like Katey Sagal ever since her Married with Children days.
#870 Re: Off Topic Stuff » Randomness » 11 Jul 08 :: 02:19
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, is today providing ZoneAlarm customers with a solution to address the loss of Internet access which may occur after the installation of Microsoft Update KB951748.
In a posted Security Advisory, Check Point informed ZoneAlarm users of several options for restoring connectivity to the Internet. The options include: a) temporarily uninstalling yesterday's hotfix KB951748 issued by Microsoft, which caused the loss of Internet access or b) setting firewall security to "medium."
Later today, Check Point will be issuing a ZoneAlarm update that provides a permanent solution to users.
#871 Re: Off Topic Stuff » Randomness » 11 Jul 08 :: 02:07
Check Point Software Technologies, makers of Zone Alarm, posted three suggestions to fix the problem: set the firewall to medium security, uninstall the patch, or add your DNS servers to the trusted zone of the application.
Found that via a news search.
I hope that helps, otherwise I don't know since I don't use zonealarm.
#872 Re: Square Eyes » Twilight (contains spoilers for all books and the movies) » 10 Jul 08 :: 23:18
#873 Re: Square Eyes » In Praise of Chris's Colleagues » 10 Jul 08 :: 17:17
First, Mary Steenburgen was the compassionate stepmom of a North Pole free-spirit in "Elf." On July 25th, she'll once again play mother to Will Ferrell in the wild Judd Apatow comedy "Step Brothers." These days, however, she's been getting in sync with her new on-screen son, Justin Timberlake.
"I love him," she said of her co-star in "The Open Road," a recently-wrapped drama that casts JT as the son of a baseball legend (Jeff Bridges) who takes his girlfriend (Kate Mara) on a road trip to deal with his ailing mother. "I play his mommy. I went from playing Will's mommy to Justin's mommy. Go figure!"
Steenburgen explained that "Road" offered herself, as well as the singer/actor star of films like "Black Snake Moan" and "The Love Guru," opportunities to dig into meaty roles unlike they'd had before.
"It's a little more dramatic," the veteran actress insisted. "And it's kind of a quirky little interesting road trip-movie part of the time, between a father and son, Jeff Bridges and Justin. They're being manipulated the whole time by me, from my hospital bed."
Written and directed by relative newcomer Michael Meredith, the flick also co-stars Lyle Lovett and Timberlake's old "Alpha Dog" co-star Harry Dean Stanton. The movie was largely filmed in Hammond, Louisiana, a mere 20 miles from the town that gave us his ex-girlfriend, Britney Spears. Footage was also reportedly shot during minor league games involving the farm teams for the Houston Astros.
When asked what it was like to work with the A-list star, Mary had the highest regards for the "SexyBack" singer. "I love Justin. Justin's funny, creative, real, utterly unspoiled, and amazingly talented. I adore him." Well Mary, so does MTV.
#874 Re: Square Eyes » Twilight (contains spoilers for all books and the movies) » 09 Jul 08 :: 22:47
#875 Re: Square Eyes » A whole bunch of Warner Bros. DVD box sets coming » 07 Jul 08 :: 17:06
Details on the Christmas Story set
Title: A Christmas Story
Starring: Peter Billingsley
Released: 4th November 2008
SRP: $39.99Further Details:
Warner Home Video has announced A Christmas Story: Ultimate Collector's Edition for release on the 4th November. Extras will include commentary with Peter Billingsley and director/ co-writer Bob Clark, Original readings by Jean Shepard, author and voice narrator of A Christmas Story, 2 featurettes ("Get a Leg Up", "A History of the Daisy Red Ryder"), a Another Christmas Story documentary, Triple Dog Dare Interactive Trivia, Decoder Match Challenge, Hidden "Presents", and the original theatrical trailer. All will be festively packaged in a collectible retro holiday cookie tin, along with five collectible cookie cutters in iconic Christmas Story shapes; a 48-page cook book filled with recipes inspired by the film; photos and quotes and a custom-designed chef's apron. A Blu-ray release will also be available for $49.99 with an additional Leg Lamp light strand.