'Jack and Jill' trailer stinks big time

The trailer for Dennis Dugan's next shitty movie is here. It's titled "Jack and Jill," it stars Adam Sandler in two roles (as if one weren't enough already), and it pretty much looks like the worst film of the decade. In fact, this trailer is so terrible, I couldn't even watch it all the way through.

Sandler plays Jack, a family man who struggles to deal with his sister Jill (also Sandler) when she visits and won't leave. Yes it sounds stupid, and yes, it will be stupid, I guarantee it. This holiday season, all I wish for is an end to all those Dennis Dugan/Adam Sandler collaborations.

For some odd reason, Katie Holmes and Al Pacino also ended up in this mess. The good thing is that "Jack and Jill" won't be release until Nov. 11, 2011. Either way, the people responsible for funding films like this one should be sent to, let's say, the moon. We don't deserve this...

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Adam Sandler to voice Dracula in 'Hotel Transylvania'

Adam Sandler will be the voice of Dracula in Sony Pictures Animation’s upcoming “Hotel Transylvania.”  This is the same studio that brought us “Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs” and is currently gearing up to release “The Smurfs.” 

According to Deadline, the film, directed by Genndy Tartakovsky, also boasts the voice talent of Kevin James, Fran Drescher, David Spade, Molly Shannon and Steve Buscemi. 

Talk about your list of washed up comedians, and yes, I’m including Sandler in that group. He's got "Jack and Jill" coming soon and is currently filming "I Hate You, Dad." "Transylvania" is set for release Sept. 21, 2012

Movie Review: "Just Go With It"

Seen on: February 17, 2011

The players: Director: Dennis Dugan, Writers: Timothy Dowling, Allan Loeb, Cast: Adam Sandler, Jennifer Aniston, Brooklyn Decker, Nick Swardson

Facts of interest: None.

The plot: In an effort to hook up with a sexy young woman, plastic surgeon Danny pretends he's stuck in a terrible marriage.

Our thoughts: Jennifer Aniston and Brooklyn Decker look pretty good in Dennis Dugan’s new comedy “Just Go with It,” but sadly enough, that’s all this film has to offer. Granted, it’s not the worst Adam Sandler flick I’ve seen so far, but it terms of storyline and plot, it’s almost just as moronic and unnecessary as most of the actor’s recent big-screen escapades.

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Lame first trailer for 'Zookeeper' with Kevin James

Last week we got a first look at the rather boring poster for "The Zookeeper" with Kevin James, and today, we get a glimpse at what this thing is all about. First reaction: it ain't too pretty. See trailer above.

Alas, this looks just like another moronic family flick starring James as a clumsy dude trying to be funny. This time, he plays a zookeeper who gets dating advice from talking animals. Yep, talking animals.

"The Zookeeper," helmed by Frank Coraci, features the voices of Adam Sandler, Cher, Judd Apatow, Jon Favreau, Sylvester Stallone. The film debuts in theaters July 8, 2011. I'm glad that day is still far away.

Watch Adam Sandler in the trailer for 'Just Go With It'

Adam Sandler and Dennis Dugan are teaming up yet again for the upcoming romantic comedy "Just Go With It," and the first trailer for the film also starring Jennifer Aniston is now online. Watch above.

The flick stars Sandler as a dude who pretends he's in a terrible marriage in order to win over chicks. Now he's asking his friend (Aniston) to pose as his divorced wife so he can hook up with Brooklyn Decker.

Sounds funnier than it actually looks, but I admit "Just Go With It" already feels better than the recent Dugan/Sandler flicks "Grown Ups" and "You Don't Mess with the Zohan." "It" opens Feb. 11, 2011.

First poster for 'Zookeeper' disappoints

The first one-sheet for "The Zookeeper" with Kevin James has debuted online (via ComingSoon), and to be quite honest, it stinks. It's pretty boring and would probably have looked better with James on it.

The film, helmed by Frank Coraci, follows a zookeeper (James) who gets dating advice from his animals. Adam Sandler, Cher, Jon Favreau, Sylvester Stallone and Judd Apatow are providing animal voices.

Rosario Dawson stars as well, and yes, this already sounds pretty bad. Well, as long as James leaves out the fat jokes, we might have something here, who knows. Anyway, "The Zookeeper" opens July 8, 2011.

Katie Holmes joins 'Jack and Jill' comedy

Yes, Katie Holmes is still acting, and she's currently in negotiations to star in Dennis Dugan's upcpoming Columbia Pictures comedy "Jack and Jill," which also stars Adam Sandler and Al Pacino.

THR says Sandler plays Jack, a family man who struggles to deal with his sister when she visits and won't leave. Here comes the shocker: Sandler will play both characters. Holmes plays Jack's wife.

Katie Holmes hasn't done anything major since "Batman Begins," but her recent smaller roles include "Mad Money," "The Romantics," "The Son of No One" and "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark."

Movie Review: "Grown Ups"

Seen on: June 22, 2010

The players: Director: Dennis Dugan, Writers: Fred Wolf, Adam Sandler, Cast: Adam Sandler, David Spade, Chris Rock, Rob Schneider, Kevin James

Facts of interest: Dugan also helmed "Happy Gilmore" and "Big Daddy."

The plot: Five friends reunite after they learn their high-school basketball coach passes away. They spend a weekend in a cabin to honor him.

Our thoughts: Dennis Dugan’s new comedy “Grown Ups” isn’t as disastrous as I initially expected, but the film starring Adam Sandler and his buddies fails to reach beyond the mediocrity that surrounds it. It’s a decently paced flick boasting an energetic cast and some so-so jokes, but what it really lacks is an interesting enough story. In truth, there’s not much of a story in this thing to begin with…

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New 'Grown Ups' trailer still not funny enough

A new trailer for Dennis Dugan's upcoming comedy "Grown Ups" has popped up online, and sadly enough, it still isn't really that funny. In fact, I realize I didn't even smile once. That's not to say the movie will be a terrible disaster, but in my book, it does look crappy at this stage.

The story follows four old friends who haven't seen each other for decades and one day decide to reunite for a Fourth of July weekend. Yes, it's yet anohter retreat comedy, and it certainly doesn't look innovative. Kevin James bumps against trees, Rob Schneider makes out with an old lady, and blah, blah, blah.

Adam Sandler, David Spade, Salma Hayek, Maria Bello and Jamie Chung co-star. "Grown Ups" opens in theaters everywhere June 25, 2010. Dugan most recently directed "You Don't Mess with the Zohan" and "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry," and none of those delivered the goods.

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Nicole Kidman joins Sandler, Aniston comedy

Nicole Kidman has boarded "Just Go For It," a romantic comedy that also stars Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston. The project was formerly titled "Pretend Wife," and it's at Columbia. Dennis Dugan, who collaborated with Sandler before, is directing.

Written by Allan Loeb, Tim Dowling, Tim Herlihy and Sandler, the film follows a guy who asks Aniston's character to pose as his divorced wife so he can somehow win over the girl (to be played by Brooklyn Decker) of his dreams. Kidman's role is unknown.

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