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BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE Featurette

What Is Box Office Mojo and Why Should You Care? (UPDATED)

Here's why the site's disappearance for several days was so important to the Internet. There was a time when nerds like us at SJF would have to open a newspaper to see who won the weekend box office battle. But all that changed when Box Office Mojo came to town. A site that brought tears to OCD's and movie finance buffs alike, BOM was like a Mecca for the numbers behind the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Curious who was the box office champ in the Summer of 1998? BOM. Wanted to compare Tom Cruise opening weekends to see if the actor's stock had fallen? BOM. In 2008, it was bought by another movie site IMDB, who in turn is owned by your friends at Amazon. During that time, not much changed - the site continued to let the numbers do the talking. But its disappearance from the Web this week - and its subsequent return with no explanation from IMDB - has left us to ponder much bigger questions about its future. The event took the entire Internet b

Win Tickets To An Advance Screening For #JOHNWICK In Sacramento

Win Tickets To An Advance For JOHN WICK on 10/22/2014 at 7:30 PM in Sacramento. An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him. With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, JOHN WICK ( Keanu Reeves ) is a fresh and stylized take on the "assassin genre". The film stars Keanu Reeves, Michael Nyqvist, Alfie Allen, Adrianne Palicki, Bridget Moynahan, Dean Winters, with Ian McShane , with John Leguizamo , and Willem Dafoe . Make sure to LIKE SandwichJohnFilms on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for all your entertainment news and to be to notified about our upcoming Advance Screenings. Also make sure to subscribe and download our Podcast See how to win tickets after the Jump... Click HERE to get your tickets. DISCLAIMER: ARRIVE EARLY! SEATING IS FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED, EXCEPT FOR MEMBERS OF THE REVIEWING PRESS. THEATER IS OVERBOOKED TO ENSURE A FULL HOUSE. THEATRE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR OVERBOOKING.

Win Tickets To An Advance Screening For #JOHNWICK In San Francisco

Win Tickets To An Advance For JOHN WICK on 10/22/2014 at 7:30 PM in San Francisco. An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him. With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, JOHN WICK ( Keanu Reeves ) is a fresh and stylized take on the "assassin genre". The film stars Keanu Reeves, Michael Nyqvist, Alfie Allen, Adrianne Palicki, Bridget Moynahan, Dean Winters, with Ian McShane , with John Leguizamo , and Willem Dafoe . Make sure to LIKE SandwichJohnFilms on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for all your entertainment news and to be to notified about our upcoming Advance Screenings. Also make sure to subscribe and download our Podcast See how to win tickets after the Jump... Click HERE to get your tickets. DISCLAIMER: ARRIVE EARLY! SEATING IS FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED, EXCEPT FOR MEMBERS OF THE REVIEWING PRESS. THEATER IS OVERBOOKED TO ENSURE A FULL HOUSE. THEATRE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR OVERBOOKI

Win Tickets To An Advance Screening For #JOHNWICK In Honolulu

Win Tickets To An Advance For JOHN WICK on 10/22/2014 at 7:30 PM in Honolulu. An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him. With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, JOHN WICK ( Keanu Reeves ) is a fresh and stylized take on the "assassin genre". The film stars Keanu Reeves, Michael Nyqvist, Alfie Allen, Adrianne Palicki, Bridget Moynahan, Dean Winters, with Ian McShane , with John Leguizamo , and Willem Dafoe . Make sure to LIKE SandwichJohnFilms on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for all your entertainment news and to be to notified about our upcoming Advance Screenings. Also make sure to subscribe and download our Podcast See how to win tickets after the Jump... Click HERE to get your tickets. DISCLAIMER: ARRIVE EARLY! SEATING IS FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED, EXCEPT FOR MEMBERS OF THE REVIEWING PRESS. THEATER IS OVERBOOKED TO ENSURE A FULL HOUSE. THEATRE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR OVERBOOKING. T

Win Tickets To An Advance Screening For #JOHNWICK In Santa Clara

Win Tickets To An Advance For JOHN WICK on 10/22/2014 at 7:30 PM in Santa Clara. An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him. With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, JOHN WICK ( Keanu Reeves ) is a fresh and stylized take on the "assassin genre". The film stars Keanu Reeves, Michael Nyqvist, Alfie Allen, Adrianne Palicki, Bridget Moynahan, Dean Winters, with Ian McShane , with John Leguizamo , and Willem Dafoe . Make sure to LIKE SandwichJohnFilms on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for all your entertainment news and to be to notified about our upcoming Advance Screenings. Also make sure to subscribe and download our Podcast See how to win tickets after the Jump... Click HERE to get your tickets. DISCLAIMER: ARRIVE EARLY! SEATING IS FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED, EXCEPT FOR MEMBERS OF THE REVIEWING PRESS. THEATER IS OVERBOOKED TO ENSURE A FULL HOUSE. THEATRE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR OVE

ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY Review. Uplifting & Optimistic Family Movie

ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY Review I want to thank RAMA for reviewing the film. Make sure to follow him on Facebook and Twitter . What’s awesome about this film is that it’s got everything I hoped to see in a Disney family movie, and it’s been a while since the last time Disney gave us a fun, heartwarming live action family movie, so it’s nice to have that back. Although I’ve never read Judith Viorst’s classic beloved book, ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY , has become one of my favorite this year, this movie makes me love my family even more. The story is about this family, the Coopers, who seems to have everything going well for them. The dad ( Steve Carell ) has been out of the job for seven months but he’s finally getting an interview, the mom ( Jennifer Garner ) has a prospect of potentially becoming her company’s VP, the daughter ( Kerris Dorsey ) is an aspiring actress in her school and is set to play

#NYCC Day 1 Social Media Wrap Up

Here is some insight Social Media Wrap Up  from NYCC Day 1. Day 1 of New York Comic Con started with a bang, as Walt Disney Studios brought the biggest surprise of the day in the form of newly married George Clooney ’s appearance at the Tomorrowland panel. Clooney’s appearance was a big buzz winner for the film, as the actor alone generated 11,496 mentions and no doubt helped to ensure Tomorrowland was the most buzzed about property of the day. Tomorrowland’s first teaser trailer also debuted at the panel and was soon available online for audiences outside of New York to enjoy. The film enjoyed the largest Intent-to-View conversation with 4,459 mentions. Disney’s other panel for Marvel animation Big Hero Six was also a big winner with 13,521 mentions and 4,155 ITV mentions. The TV winner of the day was, unsurprisingly, Game of Thrones . Actors Kristian Nairn (Hodor) and Daniel Portman (Podrick Payne) were on hand to lead a fan forum where they discussed their characters and sp

Win Tickets To See ONE DIRECTION Where We Are THE CONCERT EVENT In Sacramento

Win Tickets To ONE DIRECTION Where We Are THE CONCERT EVENT! on October 13th at 12:55PM. Fathom Events, Arts Alliance and Columbia Music invite you to experience global pop superstars, One Direction , on the big screen when ONE DIRECTION Where We Are THE CONCERT EVENT! comes to cinemas nationwide in an epic music event on Saturday, October 11 thru October 13. Join Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis on their sell-out world tour for the full One Direction concert experience. Recorded at the iconic San Siro stadium in Milan, this event offers the chance to experience the full concert captured live, featuring all of One Direction’s biggest hits from What Makes You Beautiful to Story of My Life. Before the event, fans will also get the chance to go behind the scenes with a 15 minute never before seen interview with the band cut with exclusive backstage tour footage. Official Website: http://www.1dconcertfilm.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/onedirectionmusic

Two New Clips From #JOHNWICK

Two new clips from JOHN WICK . An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him. With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, JOHN WICK ( Keanu Reeves ) is a fresh and stylized take on the “assassin genre”. "Afraid" “Don’t Set Him Off” Please Leave A Comment-

A MERRY FRIGGIN’ CHRISTMAS Trailer Starring Robin Williams & Joel McHale

A Merry Friggin' Christmas follows Boyd Mitchler ( Joel McHale ) and his wife Luann ( Lauren Graham ) as they spend a dreaded Chrismas with Boyd's father Mitch ( Robin Williams ) and his family of misfits. Upon realizing that he has left all of his son's gifts at home, Boyd hits the road with his father and younger brother in an attempt to make the 8-hour round trip before sunrise. The feature debut of British TV director Tristram Shapeero, who worked with McHale previously on "Community," A Merry Friggin' Christmas co-stars Clarke Duke, Oliver Platt, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Tim Heidecker and Candice Bergen and hits theaters on November 7. Watch the trailer after the Jump... Please Leave A Comment-

New Images From #Ouija

In Ouija , a group of friends must confront their most terrifying fears when they awaken the dark powers of an ancient spirit board. Stiles White directs the supernatural thriller that is produced by Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay, Andrew Form and Brad Fuller ( The Purge, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Friday the 13th ) alongside Blumhouse Productions' Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity and Insidious series, The Purge), Bennett Schneir (Battleship) and Hasbro. Juliet Snowden and Stiles White wrote the script for Ouija, and Universal will distribute the film worldwide. See all the images after the Jump... Please Leave A Comment-

#BEYONDTHELIGHTS Clip “Lose The Jacket”

What would you do for the price of fame? Noni is learning what it takes for her to be a star, but it might not be what she expected. Does she do what it takes to move up in her career?? BEYOND THE LIGHTS , opening in theaters on November 14, is the new romantic drama written and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood (Love & Basketball), and starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Nate Parker, Minnie Driver, Colson "MGK" Baker and Danny Glover . Beyond the Lights is the story of Noni, the music world’s latest superstar. But not all is what it seems, and the pressures of fame have Noni on the edge - until she meets Kaz Nicol, a young cop and aspiring politician who’s been assigned to her detail. Drawn to each other, Noni and Kaz fall fast and hard, despite the protests of those around them who urge them to put their career ambitions ahead of their romance. But it is ultimately Kaz's love that gives Noni the courage to find her own voice and break free to become the artist she wa

#Automata Review. It’s A Machine Made Out Of Old Parts

Automata Review By: Brandon Wolfe In 2044, the population of Earth has diminished by 99% down to a scant 21 million survivors due to a series of solar storms that have ravaged the planet. A conglomerate called the ROC Corporation has commissioned a series of robots called Automata Pilgrim 7000s as a means to erect walls and mechanical clouds to shield what’s left of the human race from the resulting radiation. These robots have been programmed to adhere to two protocols: They are not permitted to harm any form of life and they cannot reformat themselves or other robots in ways other than their creators have designated. This screed of place-setting text opens ‘Automata.’ It not only fills you in on what you’re about to see, it also lets you know up front that you’ve already seen all of which you’re about to see. Our protagonist to guide us through this world is Jacq (pronounced “Jack” but inexplicably not also spelled that way) Vaucan ( Antonio Banderas ), an insurance agent

X-Men: Days Of Future Past NYCC Release Party Photos

Shawn Ashmore, from left, Evan Jonigkeit and Simon Kinberg attend the Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment / IGN party held during New York Comic Con in celebration of the October 14th Blu-ray(tm) release of X-Men: Days of Future Past on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014 in New York. The event was held at Marquee with special performance by Busta Rhymes. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision for Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment/AP Images) New York Comic Con Celebrates the Blu-ray Release of X-Men: Days of Future Past Hosted by Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment and IGN Entertainment. Producer and screenwriter Simon Kinberg attends theTwentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment / IGN party held during New York Comic Con in celebration of the October 14th Blu-ray(tm) release of X-Men: Days of Future Past on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014 in New York. The event was held at Marquee with special performance by Busta Rhymes. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision for Twentieth Century Fox Home En

#LeaSeydoux Cast In Upcoming Bond Film. “Femme Fatale”.

Though no official confirmation has arrived from Team EON yet – they tend to wait until just before filming kicks off for such things – Baz Bamigboye is reporting that Lea Seydoux has been cast in the new Bond film in a role described as a “ femme fatale ”. Already returning core elements Daniel Craig, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw and Naomie Harris , ready for a script read-through next month. And with filming reportedly set to start in six weeks, expect more casting details to start arriving soon. Very little else is known about the film so far, beyond the fact that Sam Mendes is back to direct (with Hoyte van Hoytema stepping in to replace Roger Deakins as cinematographer) and veteran 007 writers Neal Purvis and Robert Wade have reportedly been at work polishing the script from Skyfall’s John Logan. Sets are reportedly under construction in Austria, which offers a clue as to one location Bond will be headed, but beyond that, information is locked up in a vault in MI6. Bond 24

Open Forum Friday: October 10, 2014

Here's your chance to connect with the SJF community. While you're welcome to comment on any movie or television thoughts you might have, here's a brief rundown of the movies released this week and Blu-rays to be released next Tuesday: Movies - The Judge - Kill the Messenger - Dracula: Untold Blu-rays - Mr. Peabody and Sherman - X-Men: Days of Future Past Also, don't forget to listen to our weekly podcast, where we break down the major news of the week and do our giveaways. No matter what you choose to talk about, a few ground rules: keep it nice, no ads, and no flaming. Other than that, sound off on any movie or television thoughts you have. Feel free to comment on any of the following: 1. What are you watching on television? 2. What's the last film you saw? 3. What would you like to see us discuss on the podcast? These are just some of the questions, but again pick something movie or TV related. Happy posting!

Darth Vader Returns In #StarWarsRebels : Spark Of Rebellion

The critically-acclaimed epic adventure Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion will air on ABC on Sunday, October 26 (7:00 p.m. ET/PT). Executive Producer Dave Filoni states, "We wanted to do something special for the ABC broadcast. We've added a scene which gives audiences insight into the Inquisitor and includes a cameo by Darth Vader voiced by the distinguished actor James Earl Jones ." The television movie Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion delivered 6.5-million viewers in its premieres on Disney Channel and Disney XD around the world including the U.S. and 16 markets in Europe, Middle East and Africa and Canada. The Star Wars Rebels weekly series on Disney XD (Mondays 9:00 p.m. ET/PT), has been renewed for a second season. Set between the events of Star Wars Episodes III and IV , the Star Wars Rebels story unfolds during a dark time when the evil Galactic Empire is tightening its grip of power on the galaxy. Imperial forces have occupied a remote planet an

#Saw10thAnniversary SECOND POSTER REVEALED

The SECOND poster for the 10th anniversary event of the legendary horror film, SAW , was revealed yesterday. This is the second of five limited-edition collectable posters that will be released weekly, as we countdown the return of this epic film! The poster was created by TAZ who has designed several of the special edition posters for the franchise. Now is your chance to relive the brilliantly wrenching games, led by the iconic serial killer Jigsaw, on the big screen when it returns this HALLOWEEN. Check out the eerie poster below and head to a theater near you for the early showing of SAW at 10pm on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30TH! SAW will be returning to theaters on OCTOBER 31, 2014 [late shows beginning October 30th]! #3WeeksTilSaw #Saw10thAnniversary Please Leave A Comment-

Dracula Untold Review. Finds A New Spin On The Old Dracula Chestnut.

Dracula Untold Review By: Brandon Wolfe How many Dracula movies have there been? Hundreds, right? Dracula has to be one of the most frequently adapted characters in the history of cinema. His story has been told six ways to Sunday, making it deeply difficult to get excited about any new Dracula movie by this point, even one that announces right in the title that this particular Dracula tale has been untold. It’s been told. They've all been told. Get over yourself, with your “untold.” Yet one of the chief surprises of ‘ Dracula Untold ’ is that it does indeed find a new spin on the old Dracula chestnut. This version of the story is something new, a yarn that truly hasn't been told before, something the film accomplishes by throwing out the old story altogether and inventing a new one in its place. ‘Dracula Untold’ positions itself as half-superhero movie and half-‘Braveheart’ with a William Wallace that turns into a flurry of bats. That probably sounds ridiculous, b