Movie Review: “I Am Number Four”

Seen on: February 18, 2011

The players: Director: D.J. Caruso, Writers: Miles Millar, Alfred Gough, Cast: Alex Pettyfer, Timothy Olyphant, Teresa Palmer, Dianna Agron

Facts of interest: Produced by Michael Bay.

The plot: An alien named No. 4 is hiding from a group of ruthless monsters trying to eliminiate him and eventually take over Earth.

Our thoughts: Although it boasts quite an interesting concept, D.J. Caruso’s new sci-fi thriller “I Am Number Four” takes way too long to lift off and impress viewers with a couple of fast-paced action scenes and an explosion of solid special effects. In the end, the film feels more like a mix of “Twilight” and “Smallville,” and no, that’s definitely not a good sign. Did I also mention it was produced by Michael Bay?

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Watch this new, funny clip from 'Rango'

In terms of upcoming animated flicks, Gore Verbinski's "Rango" is definitely the one I'm looking forward to most. I love the look of the characters and the film's gorgeous animation, and to be honest, I'm even already sold on the storyline. Long story short, it looks like a ton of fun, and here is a new clip to prove it.

"Rango" is a family western that follows a depressed chameleon (voiced by Depp) trying to survive in the ruthless desert. Johnny Depp voices the lizard, and he's backed by Isla Fisher, Bill Nighy, Timothy Olyphant, Abigail Breslin, Alfred Molina and Ray Winstone. The movie opens March 4, 2011. Bring it on.

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First trailer for 'I Am Number Four' arrives

D.J. Caruso's next film is an alien action flick titled "I Am Number Four," and a first teaser trailer has landed online for you to check out. Watch it after the jump. It doesn't exactly look epic at this stage.

"Four" is the big-screen adaptation of the book by James Frey and Jobie Hughes. Kevin Durand, Alex Pettyfer, Teresa Palmer, Timothy Olyphant and Diana Agron star. Michael Bay is one of the producers.

The story follows nine alien teenagers who are sent to high school on Earth after their planet is destroyed. One of them (Number Four, obviously) then discovers he's targeted by a ruthless enemy from his planet.

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Movie Review: “The Crazies”

Seen on: February 26, 2010

The players: Director: Breck Eisner, Writers: Scott Kosar, Ray Wright, Cast: Timothy Olyphant, Radha Mitchell, Joe Anderson, Danielle Panabaker

Facts of interest: Remake of George A. Romero's 1973 flick.

The plot: The film follows what happens to a group of people after a strange virus infects a small-town population.

Our thoughts: Breck Eisner’s remake of “The Crazies” delivers the goods. It’s not a perfect horror flick, but it sure boasts enough energy and thrills to keep viewers entertained to the fullest extent. I didn’t think I would say this, but this one fully captured my attention and got my heart to race more than once.

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'The Crazies' mini trailer shows new footage

A new mini trailer for Breck Eisner's remake of the 1973 George A. Romero horror flick "The Crazies" is now online, and while it does look similar to its predecessors, it sure boasts a bit of brand-new footage. Check it out below.

"The Crazies" focuses on what happens to the people in a small American town hit by a deadly virus that enters the local water supply and turns many of the town's residents into creepy freaks feeling the urge to kill and destroy.

Timothy Olyphant stars as the town's sheriff and Radha Mitchell plays his wife. Danielle Panabaker, Preston Bailey, Justin Welborn and Joe Anderson co-star in the film written by Ray Wright and Scott Kosar. It opens Feb. 26, 2010.

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New photo from 'The Crazies' remake

Ouverture Films released a new photo of Radha Mitchell in action in Breck Eisner's upcoming horror remake "The Crazies," and you can check it out just above.

The film focuses on what happens to people in a small American town hit by a deadly virus that enters the local water supply and turns many of the town's residents into freaks feeling the urge to kill and destroy.

Timothy Olyphant stars as the town's sheriff and Radha Mitchell plays his wife. Danielle Panabaker, Preston Bailey, Justin Welborn and Joe Anderson co-star in the film written by Ray Wright and Scott Kosar.

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'The Crazies' trailer debuts online

Breck Eisner's remake of the 1973 George A. Romero horror flick "The Crazies" now has a first official trailer, and you can check it out after the jump. My first impression: this doesn't look that bad at this stage.

The film focuses on what happens to people in a small American town hit by a deadly virus that enters the local water supply and turns many of the town's residents into freaks feeling the urge to kill and destroy.

Timothy Olyphant stars as the town's sheriff and Radha Mitchell plays his wife. Danielle Panabaker, Preston Bailey, Justin Welborn and Joe Anderson co-star in the film written by Ray Wright and Scott Kosar.

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Movie Review: “A Perfect Getaway”

Seen on: August 10, 2009

The players: Director: David Twohy, Writer: David Twohy, Cast: Steve Zahn, Timothy Olyphant, Milla Jovovich, Kiele Sanchez, Marley Shelton, Chris Hemsworth

Facts of interest: Twohy also directed "Pitch Black" and "The Chronicles of Riddick."

The plot: Two newlyweds travel to Hawaii for a hiking trip only to discover two dangerous killers are on the loose not far away from them.

Our thoughts: David Twohy’s “A Perfect Getaway” is one of those thrillers trying to mislead audiences so it can pull off a huge twist in the end, but as far as I’m concerned, it clearly failed to surprise me. The film is by no means a total waste of time, but its lack of suspense and inability to engage my interest makes it something I would not want to revisit.

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Daily news dose: Will Ferrell leaves 'Neighborhood;' Could Katie Holmes star in 'Sex and the City 2'?

Here's your dose of film news for August 3, 2009:

• Will Ferrell was attached to star in and David Dobkin ("Fred Claus") was set to direct 20th Century Fox's comedy "Neighborhood Watch," but both exited the project, according to Variety. The film follows a city guy who moves to suburbia, joins the neighborhood watch, and quickly uncovers a major conspiracy.

• This is just a rumor at this point, but according to TVNZ, Katie Holmes has been approached to star in "Sex and the City 2." Apparently, Holmes would play big-time company executive who will clash with Kim Cattrall's Samantha Jones. I'll believe it when I see her on the screen.

• Earlier this year we found out Fox is prepping "Hitman 2," and according to ComingSoon, Timothy Olyphant said he may return as Agent 47 if the studio wanted him back. "If they want me to do another one, I supposed they could have me, yes," he said.

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Fox gears up for 'Hitman 2'

Xavier Gens' 2007 big-screen adaptation of "Hitman" pretty much sucked, but the film picked up around $100 million on a $24 million budget, and that's reason enough for Fox to go after a sequel.

Indeed, the studio is prepping "Hitman 2," with Kyle Ward set to write the script. Ward's credits include the upcoming “Kane & Lynch,” also based on a video game.

Variety reports the follow-up will borrow story elements from the upcoming "Hitman 5" game, due in stores next year. The story line of the film will follow Agent 47 as he tries to reclaim his title of feared assassin.

Timothy Olyphant ("The Crazies") starred as the lead character in the first film. No word on whether he is considering to reprise the role.