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2013 Oscars James Bond Tribute Features Shirley Bassey in All Her 'Goldfinger' Glory

Nick Romano — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 02:59:06 +0000

The 2013 Oscars ceremony was rumored a while back to pay tribute to the 50 years of James Bond films by uniting the actors who've played 007 on the stage. Although one of the Oscars producers debunked that rumor not too long after the fact, there was indeed a portion of the show dedicated to the epic franchise.

'Skyfall' DVD Giveaway: Take Home the Record-Breaking Bond Film

Nick Romano — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:00:09 +0000

ScreenCrush and GuySpeed are partnering up for a weekly DVD giveaway. This week, we're offering up a copy of the box office-smashing, record-breaking, James Bond flick, 'Skyfall,' starring Daniel Craig as the infamous 007.

2013 Oscars: All Six James Bonds to Appear Together For the First Time?

Eric Walkuski — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:23:44 +0000

Yesterday we brought you the news that Adele will be appearing at the 2013 Oscars to perform the Best Original Song nominated "Skyfall." But now there’s even bigger James Bond news to share: it’s looking like every actor who has portrayed the classic character are set to appear on stage together for the first time ever to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of James Bond. This calls for a martini!

'Skyfall' Suprise: Producer's Guild Nominations Announced

Damon Houx — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 23:36:21 +0000

Though the 2013 Oscar nominations won't be announced until next week, today the Producers Guild of America announced their nominees for best picture, best animated film, and best long form television show, and though all the Oscar favorites were included, there were some surprise nominations, like that of the James Bond film 'Skyfall.'

Weekend Box Office Report: 'Django' and 'Les Mis' Anchor a Strong Weekend

Jacob Hall — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 18:56:50 +0000

Well, now we know why the box office was so incredibly light last week: everyone was waiting to see things this week! Although 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' clung to the top spot for the third week in a row, it was a very tight race, with only $4 million separating the top three films.

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Weekend Box Office Report: 'The Hobbit' Breaks December Records

Jacob Hall — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 21:31:44 +0000

Was there ever any doubt that 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' was going to dominate this weekend? Heck, it's probably going to dominate next weekend, too. If audiences embrace it like they did 'Lord of the Rings,' it may even dominate the week after that. The big question now is whether or not Peter Jackson's return to Middle Earth will make a bunch of money, but exactly how many bunches.

Weekend Box Office Report: Bond is Back on Top

Jacob Hall — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 20:25:48 +0000

There's no use beating around the bush here -- this was a pretty dull weekend at the box office. There was only one new release, but it was a dump that bombed rather spectacularly and the rest of the line-up is essentially the same as last week, with only a few titles shuffling around. It's the the quiet before the storm...the storm being 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey,' which opens in a few days.

Weekend Box Office Report: Everyone Wins on Thanksgiving

Jacob Hall — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 20:00:38 +0000

Many Americans found themselves with four days off last week, ostensibly so they could go see their family and eat turkey and celebrate Thanksgiving from the comfort of their homes. Instead, they went to the movies. In fact, this was the biggest Thanksgiving box office of all time. Congratulations, America! Film Weekend Per Screen 1 [...]

Weekend Box Office Report: 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2′ Conquers All

Jacob Hall — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 22:00:51 +0000

As expected, the fifth and final film of the 'Twilight' series opened huge. In fact, 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2' had the second biggest opening of the franchise and when you consider how huge these things tend to open, that's a big accomplishment. However, this was not just a victorious weekend for Twi-hards -- just about every film in the top ten had something to cheer about.

'Skyfall': Watch the Opening Credit Sequence Sans Credits

Damon Houx — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 03:30:53 +0000

'Skyfall' has become a monster hit, and is on track to be the most successful Bond film of all time (unadjusted, natch), as it's already crossed $100 Million domestically, is over half a billion worldwide, and shows no signs of stopping. Now the film's stunning opening credit sequence is available online.

Weekend Box Office Report: 'Skyfall' Breaks Bond Records

Jacob Hall — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 19:04:24 +0000

It was a given: 'Skyfall' was going to win the weekend no matter what. What wasn't a given was 'Skyfall' shattering the opening weekend record for its franchise and positioning itself to become the most successful film in history of the James Bond films. 007 is back and after 50 years, he's showing no signs of slowing down.

'Skyfall' Without Daniel Craig? Current James Bond Says "I've Been Trying to Get Out of This"

Nick Romano — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 15:30:12 +0000

'Skyfall' is finally making its US debut this week, but it's already gone above and beyond at the UK box office. Since its October premiere overseas, the latest James Bond flick has surpassed the country's sales of 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2' and has blown away the last two Daniel Craig-led Bond films, and the hopes are even higher for its release here.

But what if our current 007 actor wasn't around to bask in the success of 'Skyfall' (or 'Casino Royale' and 'Quantum of Solace,' for that matter)? Despite the film's successes, talk has recently shifted to Craig as he revealed that he -- how can we put this delicately? -- kind of hates portraying James Bond.

New Movie Releases — 'Skyfall,' 'Nature Calls' and 'The Comedy'

Britt Hayes — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 21:41:37 +0000

Stay in the voting spirit this week and head to the theater to vote with your dollar. Do you like action and international intrigue? How about comedy? The choice is yours with this week’s newest releases! In ‘Skyfall,’ Agent M’s past comes back to haunt her and James Bond’s loyalty is put to the ultimate [...]

'Skyfall' Director Shopping Vampire Hunter TV Series?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:30:11 +0000

Well, that's one hell of a way to follow up James Bond. While 'Skyfall' has yet to even hit US theaters, already smashing box-office records and reviews across the globe, director Sam Mendes and writer John Logan have already lined up their next project together. The duo is currently shopping around a period piece vampire hunting drama with shades of 'The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen,' but what kind of twist will the pair put on the material?

How Sean Connery Almost Came Out of Retirement to Star in 'Skyfall'

Mike Sampson — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:11:44 +0000

'Skyfall' is a movie very much intended to return James Bond to his classic roots; roots established by actors like Sean Connery. Connery hasn't starred in a movie since 2003's 'The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen' (what a disappointing way to go out...) but his almost ten-year retirement almost ended with a role opposite the character that made him famous.

'Skyfall' Review

Matt Singer — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 13:27:16 +0000

We live in a world where an iPad is considered obsolete six months after its introduced. How does a character like James Bond, who made his first appearance on screen (officially anyway) fifty years ago, remain relevant in 2012? That is what the unusually thoughtful new Bond picture, 'Skyfall,' seeks to find out.

This twenty-third Bond film (officially anyway) contains all the franchise's requisite elements and characters -- including a few that were excluded from the last couple installments. It is thrilling, sexy, and beautifully photographed. There are chases and sex scenes and elaborate fights, and at one point Bond drives a motorcycle onto a train because that looks a lot cooler than just getting on at the station. But 'Skyfall' also contains some sincere contemplation of what Bond means to the world half a century after his introduction. The 007 franchise has outlasted five leading actors, along with countless supporting players and their replacements, not to mention the entire geopolitical environment that birthed Ian Fleming's gentleman spy. Why is he still here? What are we still watching for?

'Skyfall' Writer Planning to Link 'Bond 24′ and 'Bond 25′ Plot Lines

Nick Romano — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 19:16:12 +0000

While the latest James Bond flick 'Skyfall' inches closer to its November 9 release date, we've only just received word that one of its co-writers John Logan will be returning to pen the script for the next movie in the franchise. Though the storyline for 'Bond 24,' planned for a late 2014 release, is under wraps, we've just learned another piece of information that reportedly links the next two James Bond movies together.

'Bond 24′ Coming in 2014, Will Bring Back 'Skyfall' Writer

Eric Walkuski — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:50:54 +0000

Some of us are lucky enough to have seen 'Skyfall' already; indeed, it can safely be said that it earns the hype it's receiving as one of the best Bond movies ever. Just thrilling entertainment from start to finish. Part of its power stems from a complex, incisive, character-driven screenplay, and it looks like the Bond producers are well aware of that, as they've just hired one of the writers back for the next installment.

New 'Skyfall' Clip: James Bond Underestimates "Q"

Eric Walkuski — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 19:45:01 +0000

'Skyfall' is only a few weeks away; can you feel the palpable excitement? The Sam Mendes-directed film is garnering some of the best reviews any James Bond flick has ever received, and to help amp up the anticipation, we've got a new clip to share with you.

Are you ready to meet Q?

'Skyfall' Clip: "Take the Bloody Shot"

Damon Houx — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 00:18:11 +0000

After today's underwhelming clip from 'Skyfall,' it's nice that they put out a clip with some action and excitement in it. It looks like the film opens with an insane train action set piece, and the end of it sees Daniel Craig's James Bond take a large, er, fall. Check out the clip.