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Blu-Ray Review: Wordy ‘Angels & Demons’ Fails to Illuminate
2 December 2009 5:45 PM, PST | HollywoodChicago.com | See recent HollywoodChicago.com news »
Chicago – Give Ron Howard an intimate character study like “Frost/Nixon,” and he’ll knock it out of the park. Give him a sprawling plot-driven thriller like…well, let’s face it: anything written by Dan Brown, and he’ll be consumed by the enormity of his subject. Yet while Howard’s “The Da Vinci Code,” failed on a human level, it did succeed in highlighting the tantalizing questions raised by Brown’s text, particularly the implications of historical distortion throughout the centuries. When the characters were allowed to simply analyze the story’s inherent mysteries, the film took flight.
Blu-Ray Rating: 2.5/5.0
Unfortunately, “Angels & Demons” never has a chance to truly engage, which is partly due to the fact that the material itself is less philosophical, and more on the level of a conventional thriller. That isn’t to say that Brown’s story (which was originally the prequel to »
- adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
Darth Vader is Carved Into The National Cathedral
30 November 2009 4:00 AM, PST | Slash Film | See recent Slash Film news »
For me, that's the best part about reading a Dan Brown novel, is learning trivial bits of information on places and history. No one really reads Brown's books for his "master storytelling", do they? His latest book, The Lost Symbol came out while I was at the Toronto International Film Festival, and I haven't really had a chance to read it, but friend and Rejects editor Cole Abaius is working his way through it and mentioned last night on Twitter an amazing geek fact about the National Cathedral. And while this is in no way considered news, or new information, I thought it was interesting enough to share (heck, I didn't know about it...) Did you know: Darth Vader is carved into the northwest tower of the National Cathedral in Washington DC? It's apparently true. It's not a big secret, the National Cathedral's website even has an official page dedicated »
- Peter Sciretta
'Funny People' Takes The Stage, Tom Hanks Finds His 'Demons' And More, In The DVD Report For Nov. 24
24 November 2009 4:00 PM, PST | MTV Movies Blog | See recent MTV Movies Blog news »
It's hard to believe, but Judd Apatow, the mega-filmmaker who has changed the face of Hollywood comedy, has only directed three films. Having made his mark in television ("Freaks & Geeks," "Larry Sanders") and some screenwriting, Apatow finally exploded into the theatrical world on the back of 2005's "The 40 Year Old Virgin." "Knocked Up" would follow in 2007, and then in 2009, "Funny People," a decidedly more mature comedy that straddled serious dramatic elements. Now arriving on DVD and Blu-ray, will the pic -- which stars Adam Sandler as a dying comedian who mentors younger upstart Seth Rogen -- finally grab a wider fanbase than it found in cinemas?
"Funny People" features a strong audio and video transfer, and comes in both theatrical and unrated versions. Extras are plentiful as well, with the two-disc edition featuring filmmaker commentary, on-set diaries, gag reels, deleted and extended scenes, featurettes on subjects like stand-up, vintage prank »
- Brian Jacks
If eBooks Are the Future, Do Publishers Have a Plan?
23 November 2009 2:30 PM, PST | Fast Company | See recent Fast Company news »
The numbers are in, and eBooks may very well be the bright spot in book publishing's dim future--but only if publishers can figure out a way to keep the momentum going.
EBook sales accounted for $46.5 million as of the end of September, according to the International Digital Publishing Forum (Idpf), but that number only represents trade eBook sales through wholesale channels. Retail numbers may be as much as double these figures due to industry wholesale discounts, says Idpf. It's a drop in the bucket for book sales overall, which amounted to about $1.26 billion for the month of September, according to the Association of American Publishers (Aap).
What's most astonishing, though, is that eBooks have sold like hotcakes without a marketing or sales strategy. Publishers are moving quick to catch up as new digital innovations come to market.
"Everybody's awake now," says Mike Shatzkin, a 40-year industry veteran and founder of the Idea Logical Company, »
- Lydia Dishman
Exclusive Video: Brand New Angels & Demons Special Feature Clip
20 November 2009 11:14 AM, PST | MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news »
We have a new exclusive special feature clip from the summer blockbuster Angels & Demons, which will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on November 24. Click below for our exclusive peek at the special features, which features Tom Hanks, author Dan Brown and director Ron Howard discussing the character of Robert Langdon.
In Ron Howard's thrilling follow-up to The Da Vinci Code, expert symbologist Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) follows ancient clues on a heart-racing hunt through Rome to find the four Cardinals kidnapped by the deadly secret society, the Illuminati. With the Cardinals' lives on the line, and the Camerlengo (Ewan McGregor) desperate for help, Langdon embarks on a nonstop, action-packed race through sealed crypts, dangerous catacombs, and the most secretive vault on Earth!
Special Features:
- Rome Was Not Built In A Day
- Writing Angels & Demons
- Characters In Search Of The True Story
- Cern: Pushing the »
Vatican Slams 'Deviant' Twilight
20 November 2009 4:16 AM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »
The Roman Catholic Church has expressed concerns over the growing popularity of the Twilight movies - Vatican officials have called the vampire franchise a "moral vacuum with a deviant message".
The second film in the series, The Twilight Saga: New Moon, hit cinemas this week and the movie's stars, Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner, have been travelling the world to promote the release.
But the worldwide hype, along with masses of hysterical teenage fans, has drawn criticism from the Vatican, with officials urging parents to be more vigilant about the type of films their children are watching.
Monsignor Franco Perazzolo, of the Pontifical Council of Culture, says, "The theme of vampires in Twilight combines a mixture of excesses that as ever is aimed at young people and gives a heavy esoteric element. It is once again that age-old trick or ideal formula of using extremes to make an impact at the box office. This film is nothing more than a moral vacuum with a deviant message and as such should be of concern."
Vatican officials previously criticised the Harry Potter film franchise for its themes of magic and wizardry, as well as Dan Brown adaptations The Da Vinci Code, and Angels and Demons for their depiction of the Catholic Church. »
Vatican speaks out against The Twilight Saga: New Moon
20 November 2009 4:10 AM, PST | Boxwish.com | See recent BoxWish news »
File this one under “no, you don’t say” as apparently the Vatican is upset with The Twilight Saga: New Moon. After expressing disapproval at the Harry Potter books and films and likewise the Dan Brown efforts, The Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons, the Catholic Church has now taken offense at the latest instalment of the Stephenie Meyer saga. Interesting that there was no need to grumble the first time around, when Twilight hit cinemas last year or even when the books were first published. But now that it’s a global phenomenon, there’s reason to get a bit uppity. Brace yourselves, here we go again… »
Joffe Tackles Opus Dei Myths In New Film
4 November 2009 5:41 PM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »
Revered moviemaker Roland Joffe is to further expose secret Catholic Church organisation Opus Dei in a new movie set around the Spanish Civil War.
The sinister sect was largely vilified in Dan Brown's bestselling novel The Da Vinci Code and its accompanying film, but now The Mission director is set to give the group a public relations boost in his new film There Be Dragons.
The movie, which stars former Bond girl Olga Kurylenko, Dougray Scott and Wes Bentley, focuses in part on the life of Opus Dei founder Jose Maria Escriva, who was made a saint in 2002.
Joffe has revealed to Reuters he worked with a member of Opus Dei on the set, making sure religious facts and historical items were accurate.
And he tells the news organisation that reports Opus Dei is all powerful are greatly exaggerated: "How could it be influential? It could have influence, I suppose, in the church. I checked up to find out how many cardinals were in Opus Dei and I think there may be one." »
Tom Hanks Wants to Play Robert Langdon in Dan Brown’s Latest Book “The Lost Symbol”
18 October 2009 1:56 PM, PDT | Filmofilia | See recent Filmofilia news »
During a premiere for “Where the Wild Things Are”, Hollywood actor Tom Hanks has said he would like to play the part of Robert Langdon in Dan Brown’s latest book “The Lost Symbol.”
Tom Hanks as Robert Langdon in “Angels & Demons”
Talking to MTV, Hanks had this to say about the book…
“I just finished it last week. Page-turner. Dan Brown knows how to weave a tale. I was exhausted by the end of it.”
When asked if he would like to star in any movie adapation of the book he replied thusly…
“I’d love to if they’re going to do it. I’m not going to walk away from that. If they make it again, I hope they ask me. If they didn’t, what did I do wrong?”
“The Lost Symbol” is set within the hidden chambers, tunnels, and temples of Washington, D.C., The Lost Symbol »
- Allan Ford
Tom Hanks Discusses Third 'Da Vinci' Novel; Possible Movie
15 October 2009 9:25 PM, PDT | CinemaSpy | See recent CinemaSpy news »
During a premiere for Where the Wild Things Are, Tom Hanks spoke to MTV about Dan Brown's latest "Da Vinci Code" sequel novel, entitled "The Lost Symbol"—inquiring as to what he thought about the book and whether or not he would be interested in reprising his role of Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon in a feature adaptation.
"I just finished it last week," he said. "[It's a] page-turner. Dan Brown knows how to weave a tale. I was exhausted by the end of it."
So would Hanks be willing to play Langdon in a 'Lost Symbol' feature, the story for which takes place entirely within a 12-hour period...?
"I'd love to if they're going to do it," he said. "I'm not going to walk away from that. If they make it again, I hope they ask me."
"The Lost Symbol" is set within the hidden chambers, tunnels, and temples of Washington, »
Tom Hanks Ready for Another Robert Langdon in 'The Lost Symbol'
15 October 2009 8:14 PM, PDT | Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news »
Tom Hanks has recently opened wide the possibility of him returning as symbolist Robert Langdon should the third "The Da Vinci Code" movie, "The Lost Symbol", is developed. Talking to MTV at the red carpet of "Where the Wild Things Are" premiere, the 53-year-old actor said, "I'd love to if they're going to do it."
"I'm not going to walk away from that...," the two-time Academy Award-winner continued. "If they make it again, I hope they ask me. If they didn't, what did I do wrong?" On what revives his interest, he revealed that he has just finished reading the latest of the Dan Brown's novel series. He gushed, "Page-turner. Dan Brown knows how to weave a tale. I was exhausted by the end of it."
Talking about the adaptation series, Hanks shared, "They're incredibly fun movies to make and I think they're really fun movies to watch too. »
- AceShowbiz.com
Tom Hanks Is Game To Play Robert Langdon In 'The Lost Symbol'
15 October 2009 12:00 PM, PDT | MTV Movies Blog | See recent MTV Movies Blog news »
That didn't take too long. Dan Brown's new thriller, "The Lost Symbol," hit bookshelves in mid-September and Tom Hanks—busy Oscar-winner that he is—has already finished reading it. Of course, Hanks had a little extra motivation going in, seeing as he's twice played Brown's hero Robert Langdon on the big screen (in little pictures called "The Da Vinci Code" and "Angels & Demons").
"I just finished it last week," Hanks told MTV News on the "Where the Wild Things Are" red carpet. "Page-turner. Dan Brown knows how to weave a tale. I was exhausted by the end of it."
With the book behind him— and its tale of Langdon chasing Freemasons in Washington. D.C.—does Hanks see himself once again portraying the Harvard-educated symbologist? "I'd love to if they're going to do it," he said. "I'm not going to walk away from that.... If they make it again, »
- Eric Ditzian
Doc Jensen's 'Lost' meets 'The Lost Symbol' Book Club, part 2
15 October 2009 9:58 AM, PDT | EW.com - PopWatch | See recent EW.com - PopWatch news »
A few weeks ago, I began a project comparing Dan Brown’s latest blockbuster crypto-thriller The Lost Symbol to ABC’s crypto-drama Lost. My sketchy hypothesis: Even though they are completely different stories, both entertainments share similar mystic / mythological / philosophical / conspiracy theory-ish reference points. I envisioned an academic endeavor with absolutely no redeeming intellectual value, that wallowed in being ridiculous and illogical. Just me, screwing around for geeky-silly giggles. Whoo-hoo! Screw screw screw! Giggle giggle giggle! Naturally, given the great ambition and high stakes I set for myself (read: sarcasm), I found this project pretty easy to back-burner when my editors decided to assign me, »
- Jeff Jensen
Weekly DVD & Blu-Ray Chopping List 10/13/2009
10 October 2009 11:19 PM, PDT | Fangoria | See recent Fangoria news »
Curious to know what frightful films and devilish discs will be available to view in the privacy of your own digital dungeon this week? Fango's got you covered.
Below the jump you'll find the full list of titles arriving in-stores this Tuesday, October 13, 2009 in our weekly version of the famous Fangoria Chopping List. It's another Big week, with Sam Raimi's Drag Me To Hell hitting the market, along with some long-awaited classics including The Stepfather, Hardware, and more.
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Angels Vs. Demons: Fact Or Fiction?
The Vatican has condemned it. Readers around the world love it. And now we separate the fact from the fiction in Dan Brown’s controversial bestseller Angels & Demons. We examine the cutting-edge science of anti-matter and question the historical accuracy of theology, conspiracies, symbolism and cults as described by the The Da Vinci Code author. Includes bonus feature: »
- no-reply@fangoria.com (James Zahn)
Palin already a best-seller
30 September 2009 11:13 AM, PDT | Filmicafe | See recent Filmicafe news »
Sarah Palin finished her book quickly and became a best seller even faster. Just two days after HarperCollins announced that the release of Palin's memoir, "Going Rogue," had been moved up from the spring to Nov. 17, preorders for the former Alaska governor's book have made it No. 1 on Barnes & Noble.com on Wednesday and at No. 2 on Amazon.com, trailing only Dan Brown's "The Lost Symbol."Palin, in collaboration with author Lynn Vincent, completed her 400-page book just four months after agreeing to terms with HarperCollins, which plans a first printing of 1.5 million copies. »
The Week in Re-Verse: September 25, 2009
25 September 2009 4:36 PM, PDT | Vanity Fair | See recent Vanity Fair news »
This week Obama took the media by storm, All the way to Letterman, with health care reform. A hack biographer claims Barack’s lurved by the women But if Michelle finds herself in jealousy, swimmin’, She should take comfort—he’s clearly devoted. The Lost Symbol leaves Dan Brown’s wallet bloated-- Such innocent, chipper, conspiracy lit, Gopnik concludes, in autumnally crisp wit. Need some tips for falling asleep? Aniston crying? Uh, we don’t give a [bleep]. »
Books: Review:The Lost Symbol
23 September 2009 10:00 PM, PDT | avclub.com | See recent The AV Club news »
It’s tempting to think that Dan Brown believes everything he reads on Wikipedia. The man seems to have absolutely no bullshit meter. He’s also one of the most powerful authors around right now, probably able to get whatever he wants published. These two problems combine to kill his novel The Lost Symbol, which is suspenseful in fits and starts, but often ends up buried under a mountain of minutiae. Since The Da Vinci Code has become a much-jeered-at phenomenon, it’s easy to forget that it was reviewed fairly positively when it was released. It’s also easy ... »
Discovery's Freemason Specials air Thursday, September 24
23 September 2009 5:56 PM, PDT | Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news »
Secrets, Symbols, Suspense: Discovery Channel Celebrates Dan Brown's Best Selling Return, Freemason Specials air Thursday, September 24 and the World Premiere of Lost Symbol special airs Sunday, October 18. Discovery Channel celebrates the release of best-selling DaVinci Code author Dan Brown latest thriller The Lost Symbol with a special Thursday night airing of secret-busting fun. At 8 Pm (Et/Pt) Secret History Of The Freemasons is an unprecedented two-hour inside look into one of the world's most mysterious organizations. See the inner workings of the Freemasons, whose roots and membership are mysteriously intertwined to our nation's founding. Then at 10 Pm (Et/Pt) Secret History unlocks the odd, sometimes shocking stories behind commonly known events throughout time. The series ends with »
- April MacIntyre
On our Must List: Dan Brown's 'The Lost Symbol.' On yours...?
23 September 2009 9:57 AM, PDT | EW.com - PopWatch | See recent EW.com - PopWatch news »
We don't consider ourselves easily swayed by majority opinion here at EW, but when a book sells 2 million copies in its first week of release -- as Dan Brown's The Lost Symbol just did -- we figure it's worth seeing what all the fuss is about. Despite a so-so review from our own Thom Geier, the latest Robert Langdon thriller is just as fun and engaging as its predecessor, The Da Vinci Code. No need to be ashamed picking this from the shelf! Plus, no one wants to be left out of the water cooler conversation and code-breaking, right? What’s on Your Must List this week? List up to three items from current TV/movies/music/books/games/online. And be sure to explain Why you’ve made your selection, too — we love to hear your thoughts! Don’t forget your e-mail address, in case we decide to »
- Henning Fog
Dan Brown's 'Lost Symbol' comes to life in Ireland to rock Freemasons (IrishCentral)
21 September 2009 1:03 AM, PDT | IrishCentral | See recent IrishCentral news »
Father Tim / The Freemasons make a comeback, of sorts / Click here Gallery / Inside the Grand Lodge and Masonic Hall in New York City / Click here Dan “The Da Vinci Code” Brown has just written a book about them, and now a court case in Belfast could unearth some of the most closely-guarded information about the one of the most-secret organizations in the world: the Freemasons. The ultimate fraternity, the Freemasons have been around since the end of the 16th century, and rumors abound that some of the most-famous men in the world, from presidents to politicians, count themselves as members. Even Brown, famous for “The Da Vinci Code," which stirred up huge controversy in the Catholic Church, felt the organization was worthy enough for a Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) treatment. Brown’s latest book, “The Lost Symbol,” set in Washington D.C, sees the book’s protagonist get far more »
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