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SEPTEMBER 5 – Review

Paramount Pictures’ “SEPTEMBER 5,” the film that unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today, set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics. the film that unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today, set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics. Courtesy of Paramount

The tragic events at the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, when Palestinian terrorists attacked Israeli athletes and took some hostage, has been to subject of other movies, including Stephen Spielberg’s MUNICH, but SEPTEMBER 5 tells that story from a unique viewpoint, that of the new media on site to cover that sporting event, and now thrust into a very different role. SEPTEMBER 5 is a taut historic drama specifically takes the perspective of the ABC Sports TV crew that was on-site when the attacks took place. As well as a shocking event that shattered the since of international cooperation and peace that had surrounded the Olympics, the event was a watershed in how TV media cover unfolding, breaking news events like that crisis.

When the terrorists took the Israelis hostage, the ABC TV Sports news team was suddenly thrust into the responsibility of covering a breaking news events, something that had never boon done and which had a profound effect on news reporting going forward.

Actually, Roone Arledge, the head of sports for the TV network, fought for his on-location team to remain in control of the coverage instead of turning it over to news reporters working remotely, as the Olympic village was locked-down by the crisis. The drama has the intensity of a thriller but also looks at both the technical innovations the team created on the spot and the ethics of reporting a crisis when lives were at stake.

Director Tim Fehlbaum co-wrote the script with Moritz Binder based on the real events, focusing on the TV news team as they race to cover the terrorist attack. The suspenseful film unfolds like a nail-biting thriller, as the journalists scramble to keep the world informed of unpredictable events with lives in the balance, and make ethical journalistic decisions, good or bad, on the fly.

Peter Sarsgaard plays ABC Sports executive Roone Arledge, the man in charge, but much of this taut drama focuses on a young Jewish-American producer, Geoff Mason (John Magaro), and his mentor Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin). As Bader’s protege, Mason is given what is assumed to be an easy first-time assignment, to run the ABC Sports news room in the quiet hours of the night, while most of the TV crew rests up for the Olympics coverage the next day. No one expects much to happen.

Yet, during the night, everything changes, as Arab terrorists gain access to the Olympic village where the Israeli athletes are housed and take them hostage. The TV sports news crew suddenly finds themselves the only TV operation with cameras on-site to cover the breaking news of the hostage crisis.

The film focuses events from the viewpoint of the ABC sports news crew, so we see only what they see and know what they know about evolving events. Those wanting a closer look at what the hostages experienced would get a better view of that with Spielberg’s film.

Roone Arledge fought his bosses at ABC to keep the sports TV crew in place, instead of turning things over to a hard-news crew. The technicians, camera men and the rest of the TV production crew are forced to innovate and adapt to a very different kind of coverage, as events shift, creating solutions on the fly to keep the camera on events and the world informed. Some of what they did to adapt, including early moving camera and live broadcast work with equipment that now looks very primitive, has had a lasting impact on TV news and media, but their actions and choices in how they reported the crisis with hostages also raised questions of journalists ethics and moral judgments too.

Peter Sarsgaard’s Roone Arledge is the voice for aggressive efforts to keep the cameras on the terrorists and evolving events to deliver the news to the world in real-time, while Ben Chaplin’s Marvin Bader represents the voice for ethical restraint and human considerations of what is happening under the camera’s eye.

The true-story based SEPTEMBER 5, which has received critical praise and awards nominations since it’s debut at the Venice and Telluride film festivals, is fast-paced and edge-of-the seat suspenseful, with the cast delivering strong ensemble performances working with a well-crafted script. The film has been singled out for those performances, as well as the editing and script.

John Magaro is excellent as the young producer who is forced to make some difficult decisions and solve knotty technical problems under pressure from unfolding events and conflicting pressures from boss Roone Arledge, played forcefully by Peter Sarsgaard and the emotional human and ethical concerns of his mentor Marvin Bader, well-played by Ben Chaplin. A standout supporting role, Marianne Gebhard, is played by German actress Leonie Benesch, who was so good in THE TEACHER’S LOUNGE, where she played the lead role of the beleaguered teacher. Her character Marianne Gebhard is one of few women in this 1970s news room, and when she is pressed into service in the essential role of translator, she winds up adding a layer of rawer human emotional response to what is happening to the hostages, which Benesch does in a moving performance.

SEPTEMBER 5 is a tense historical drama well-worth seeing for its well-crafted, well-acted and suspense-filled telling of the 1972 Munich Olympics tragedy, and how TV coverage of it changed how breaking news is covered.

SEPTEMBER 5 opens Friday, Jan. 24, at multiple area theaters, with two preview showings at Plaza Frontenac Cinema on Thursday, Jan. 16, which include a post-screening, pre-recorded Q&A with the cast and director.

RATING: 3.5 out of 4 stars

Win Passes To The St. Louis Advance Screening Of SEPTEMBER 5

SEPTEMBER 5 unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today. Set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, the film follows the ABC Sports broadcasting team who quickly shifted from sports reporting to live coverage of the Israeli athletes taken hostage. Through this lens, September 5 provides an important perspective on the live broadcast seen globally by millions of people at the time.

At the heart of the story is Geoff (John Magaro), a young and ambitious producer striving to prove himself to his boss, the legendary TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard). Together with German interpreter Marianne (Leonie Benesch) and his mentor Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin), the story focuses on the intricate details of the high-tech broadcast capabilities of the time, juxtaposed against the many lives at stake and themoral decisions that needed to be made against an impossible ticking clock.

Directed by Tim Fehlbaum, SEPTEMBER 5 opens in theaters nationwide on January 17.

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The St. Louis screening is 7PM on Wednesday, Jan 15^th at Marcus Ronnie’s 20 Cine (6PM Suggested Arrival)

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This film is rated R.

Watch The Engrossing Trailer For SEPTEMBER 5

Called “Gripping” by The Hollywood Reporter in their Venice Film Festival review, watch the trailer for SEPTEMBER 5.

SEPTEMBER 5 unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today. Set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, the film follows an American Sports broadcasting team that quickly adapted from sports reporting to live coverage of the Israeli athletes taken hostage. Through this lens, “September 5” provides a fresh perspective on the live broadcast seen globally by an estimated one billion people at the time.

At the heart of the story is Geoff (John Magaro), a young and ambitious producer striving to prove himself to his boss, the legendary TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard). Together with German interpreter Marianne (Leonie Benesch) and his mentor Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin), Geoff unexpectedly takes the helm of the live coverage. As narratives shift, time ticks away, and conflicting rumors spread, with the hostages’ lives hanging in the balance, Geoff grapples with tough decisions while confronting his own moral compass.

Directed by Tim Fehlbaum, SEPTEMBER 5 stars Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, Ben Chaplin, Leonie Benesch, Zinedine Soualem, Georgina Rich, Corey Johnson, Marcus Rutherford, Daniel Adeosun, Benjamin Walker, Ferdinand Dörfler.

The film screened at the Venice, Telluride, Zurich film festivals and sits at 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.

In their review, Variety said, “Multiple well-told accounts exist of the Munich massacre, including Kevin Macdonald’s excellent, Oscar-winning doc “One Day in September,” which makes the movie’s blind spots fairly easy to forgive. Stylistically, Fehlbaum presents this almost like a documentary, using handheld camerawork (and digital post-production that suggests it was shot on vintage high-contrast 16mm film stock) to inject a sense of slightly manufactured realism.”

Indiewire praised the film. “Top to bottom, “September 5” is a technically impressive feat, with cinematographer Markus Förderer shooting on what appears to be a celluloid that splices almost seamlessly with the actual 16mm archival footage of Wide World of Sports host Jim McKay and of the hostage crisis itself.”

The Wrap’s Steve Pond said SEPTEMBER 5 is “a valuable addition to the rosters of both journalism movies and terrorism movies, with an ending that manages to deliver a quiet gut punch even to those who know where the story is going.”

From Paramount Pictures, SEPTEMBER 5 opens in select theatres November 29 and nationwide December 13.

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Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard), Hank Hanson (Corey Johnson), Jacques Lesgardes (Zinedine Soualem), Geoff Mason (John Magaro), Carter (Marcus Rutherford) Gladys Deist (Georgina Rich), Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin), Marianne Gebhard (Leonie Benesch) star in Paramount Pictures’ “SEPTEMBER 5” the film that unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today, set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics.

THE DIG (2021) – Review

Word of this week’s new movie release, all about archeology, may have quickened the pulses of many action film fans. Perhaps visions of a daring, rugged adventurer escaping insidious death traps, battling vicious rivals and their burly henchmen, rescuing damsels in dire distress, and snatching up mystical riches swirled in their fevered brains. Or perhaps of heroes facing peril from an ancient evil, released from the tomb to cause havoc and horror may come to mind for many. Well, maybe the word that this is based on an actual event puts the brakes on those expectations of Indiana Jones and monstrous mummies. Turns out it’s tedious and filthy work with dirt in your boots and embedded under fingernails. Ah, but despite that, along with power politics, there’s still the thrill of discovery. That may be the biggest “find” in the new “docudrama THE DIG.

The story doesn’t begin in a humid jungle or in an arid desert. It all starts on an overcast, chilly day in 1939 near Woodbridge in Suffolk, England. After a brief ride in a local’s boat, Basil Brown (Ralph Fiennes) pedals his bicycle through the countryside to an opulent mansion. He has an appointment with the lady of the house, Edith Pretty (Carey Mulligan), a widow with an energetic nine-year-old son Robert (Archie Barnes). She takes Basil to the land behind her home to a field dotted with several mounds of soil. Edith wants to engage his services as an archeologist to dig up whatever is beneath them. Basil is a bit hesitant as the local Ipswich Museum is keen on exploring a discovered Roman villa, but after a bit of negotiating, and despite a visit of the Ipswich director Reid Moir (James Ready), Basil accepts the job and will live at the estate in the servant’s quarters. He quickly becomes a mentor to Robert who is keen on all the sciences (he even wears a foil hat after his hero, Buck Rogers). This is a relief to Edith, whose weakened condition stems from a childhood heart ailment. As aircraft swoop in from the skies overhead in preparation for a possible war, Basil discovers two ancient rivets, possibly from a ship. In need of more aides than his two locals, Edith brings in a distant cousin, the nomadic photographer Rory Lomax (Johnny Flynn). And after meeting with Moir, he then contacts Charles Phillips (Ken Stott) of the British Museum who brings in several scientists to reveal the seventh-century burial ship deep below the mound. Included in the crew are the husband and wife team of Stuart (Ben Chaplin) and Peggy Piggott (Lily James). But can they explore the site and discover its secrets before the country enters this armed conflict engulfing nearly all of Europe?

A big switch from his usual suave, “upper crust” roles, Fiennes slips into the skin of determined “digger” Basil as though the part were a pair of old dependable work boots (the kind he’s wear on the mounds). Fiennes captures the tired stoop of a man who’s spent most of his life outdoors toiling from sun up to sundown. But he also gives him dignity and a feeling of pride in his skills. And though he’s considered “working class”, Fiennes conveys that Basil’s zeal for learning and natural curiosity has not dimmed at all since his youth. Yes, he’s often gruff and stubborn, but he shows a real tenderness as he nurtures young Robert’s interests and as he deals with his employer. Mulligan’s quite believable as the aristocratic Edith, who never puts on “airs” around anyone, especially Basil. She shows us Edith’s adventurous spirit as she visits the mounds, but it’s tinged with sadness as her heart continues to fail her. Edith doesn’t quite give in to despair, as Mulligan slows her stride and lets us see her delight of motherhood while knowing her boy will soon be on his own. She perhaps sees Basil as a mentoring uncle who challenges her intellect and honesty. All while being an “older sister” in spirit to the adventurous Rory who is given the full rebel “good bad-boy” vibe (he‘s going into the services, camps outdoors, and rides a motorbike) by the dashing Flynn. It’s no wonder that he catches the eye of Peggy who James plays as a neglected wallflower finally bathed in sunlight and ready to blossom. Also of note are the twin pompous “supervisors” played with prickly charm by Stott and Ready, along with the warm-hearted spouse of Basil played with subtlety by Monica Dolan.

Director Simon Stone captures the quiet country life of 30s England, while always letting us know of the chaos to come, with newspapers and the radio bracing the land for the upcoming conflict (those planes are always zipping above). He keeps the story moving at a leisurely assured pace which adds impact to an early scene showing the real dangers of exploration (a real scare for the claustrophobic). The relationship and emerging friendship between Edith and Basil is quite compelling and progresses naturally. Unfortunately the script by Moira Buffini, adapting the novel by John Preston, veers into romantic clichés in the second half with the Piggott/Lomax love triangle that veers into the swooning predictable soap territory as she’s rebuffed by her hubby prompting her to free herself (why, without those spectacles she’s …) with the headed to war Rory. Despite this sappy subplot, the locations and period settings are lovely and the whole finding of the boat and the ancient money is quite involving. Those elements, combined with the teaming of Mulligan and Fiennes, make THE DIG well worth exploring.

3 Out of 4

THE DIG opens in select theatres and screens exclusively in the St. Louis area at the Hi-Pointe Theatre along with Landmark’s Plaza Frontenac Cinemas

LITTLE BOY – The Review

So, what’s the cure for overloading on the all-depressing news (now bombarding you with 24-hour cable channels along with the “interweb”)? Well, a time machine would be great. Imagine pulling the lever on Rod Taylor’s 1960 model or Doc Brown’s DeLorean-based 1985 sweet ride (thirty years, can’t be!). Too bad they don’t exist, but buying a ticket at the multiplex can whisk you away for a couple of hours or so, right? The feel-good nostalgia flick has become almost as popular a genre as the haunted house spook show or the sports “underdog” story. The 1940’s have proved a most popular destination for, well over forty years (remember SUMMER OF 42 back in 71′?). It’s been the setting for a very recent Oscar winner, THE IMITATION GAME, and even a big superhero blockbuster with CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER. Hey, we just visited it two weeks ago in the flashback subplot of THE LONGEST RIDE. So, it’s time again to polish up those big sedans, slick back your hair, and take a very sentimental journey alongside LITTLE BOY.

The warm, folksy narrator introduces us to the sleepy coastal town of O’Hara, CA circa 1940, home of the Busbees. The voice belongs to the youngest member of said family Pepper (Jakob Salvati), a pre-teen whose growth pattern seems to have stalled out at just over three feet, earning him the derogatory moniker (the most genteel nickname of many) of “Little Boy”. Happily he forms a close bond with his poppa (Michael Rappaport), the owner operator of the local garage along with his college age son London (David Henri), and the two share a love of fantasy and adventure, particularly the exploits of real-life magician and star of comic books and movie serials Ben-Eagle (Ben Chaplin). Real world events intrude on their idyllic life when the US enters World War II. To his great frustration, London is labeled 4-F and rejected for service (darn flat feet!) and the elder Busbee is called up. Pepper is devastated, but tries to be strong for his mother (Emily Watson). And then a military rep delivers bombshell news: Poppa is missing after a battle on an Axis-held Pacific island. Is he captured, or….? Pepper’s spirits are lifted by a live appearance of Ben-Eagle at the local movie house. After joining his hero on stage, Pepper believes he has the power to move objects with his mind. But offstage, back home, the gift is gone. After hearing a sermon about how “faith can move mountains”, Pepper implores his priest, Father Oliver (Tom Wilkinson) to help him strengthen his faith. The padre produces a pre-printed list of good works and deeds such as “Feed the hungry” and jots down an addition, “Befriend Hashimoto”. This refers to a widowed Japanese-American middle-aged man (Cary Hiroyuki Tagawa) who has been harassed and shunned by the locals after the Pearl Harbor bombing. And so, Pepper begins to check off the list in hopes of ending the war and reuniting with his beloved father.

This tale is told mostly through the eyes of its title character. Happily the film makers were fortunate to find Salvati, who brings a sweet,wide-eyed innocence to Pepper Busbee without resorting to heavy-handed mugging or histrionics (a scene of loss in the final minutes veers close, but it may be those behind the camera more at fault). It’s easy to root for the fella’, even as he gets off on the wrong foot with Hashimoto (the old “it takes a village”). Henri handles the more complex role of the oldest sibling with more subtlety than the script provides. His anger and guilt often come to a boiling point as he struggles to do what he thinks is required as the man of the house. We can see the questioning in his eyes as he’s nudged into violence by Ted Levine (yup, Buffalo Bill himself) as town elder Sam who seethes with rage that masks his heartbreak. As for the other screen vets, Rappaport projects a real tenderness as the ultimate doting daddy, while Watson has much of that same warmth, tempered with a steely determination to keep the home fires burning and present a stoic facade as she is consumed with concern over the fate of her spouse. Pepper’s even got a couple of surrogate grandpas’ in Father Oliver and Hashimoto. Wilkinson is a kindly taskmaster, who hopes to inspire the lad, who in turn may be an example to the town. Tagawa is another teacher for the boy who helps ease the pain of family loss for the elder. We can see the twinkle in his eyes at Pepper’s antics. And speaking of antics, Kevin James (he’s next door at the multiplex as that “mall cop”), provides some laughs as the town MD, Dr. Fox no less, who makes clumsy passes at Momma B while his hulking son leads the pack of Pepper’s grade school tormentors.

A leisurely pace is maintained through most of the story by director Alejandro Monteverde with O’Hare seeming to be Mayberry-by-the-sea that’s filled with lovable eccentrics in often kooky vintage attire (wild hats for everybody!). The art directors work hard to establish the period, even recreating Norman Rockwell imagery (but the films listed on the town theatre marquee do bounce between current and dated). But the place isn’t all “sweetness and light” thanks to the script (from the director and Pepe Portillo). Intolerance does raise its ugly head with most of the town treating Hashimoto as a pariah (Pepper even sees a propaganda cartoon). Still, the script does seem to meander, often lurching from the big conflict scene to gag to heart-tugger making the feature resemble a “Hallmark-style” straight to cable TV movie. As mentioned earlier, the film pummels at the heart-strings in its last moments as Pepper deals with loss in a sequence that feels as though it will never end. It’s not helped by a music score that telegraphs every emotion. The film’s being marketed to “faith-based” audiences, so some of the views espoused by Hashimoto are a tad surprising as he’s always sympathetic. But even with the bits of bigotry, the film’s tone is too syrupy with a finale that seems contrived and unsatisfying. The target audiences will no doubt find the movie’s message soothing, but discerning viewers may tire of the lazy gooey charms of LITTLE BOY.

2 Out of 4

WAMG’s Guide To 2015 Family Films

Photo Credit: Open Road

Going to see a movie is a great idea for weekend family outings, but sometimes it can be difficult to find movies that are appropriate and enjoyable for the whole family! We’ve put together a list of the best upcoming film releases that are a must-see for the whole family.

For your viewing pleasure, here’s a list of the top ten movies to catch with your family this year, starting with the uplifting and inspiring LITTLE BOY in theaters this Friday April 24th!

LITTLE BOY

This is the type of movie that will resonate with everyone in the family! LITTLE BOY is a powerful and moving film about a little boy who is willing to do whatever it takes to bring his dad home from World War II alive. The heartwarming story will capture your heart and lift your spirits as it reveals the indescribable love a little boy has for his father and the love a father has for his son. Set in the 1940s, LITTLE BOY is an instant cinematic classic that captures the wonder of life through the eyes of a 7- year-old little boy. Coming to theaters this Friday April 24th, LITTLE BOY is a must-see for the entire family.

Photo Credit: Walt Disney Studios

TOMORROWLAND

TOMORROWLAND, in theaters May 22nd, will be an exciting ride! Take your family an epic adventure with Casey Newton, a girl who discovers TOMORROWLAND in an alternate dimension. In order to save the world she must unravel the mysteries behind the enigmatic location.

Photo Credit: Disney/Pixar

INSIDE OUT

INSIDE OUT explores, in a fun and imaginative way, how our emotions work. The film gives a glimpse into the mind of a young girl, Riley, where you’ll meet 5 of her emotions- Joy, Anger, Disgust, Fear, and Sadness. Watch as Riley’s emotions lead her through her move to a new city, house and school! INSIDE OUT will be in theaters June 19.

Photo Credit: Illumination Entertainment

MINIONS

Everyone’s favorite MINIONS are coming back to theaters this summer, July 10th! The MINIONS are embarking on a new journey to find a new master and save all Minionkind from annihilation. MINIONS is sure to be fun adventure for everyone in the family!

Photo Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

MAX

In theaters August 21, MAX tells the heartfelt story of a precision-trained military dog who serves on the frontlines in Afghanistan alongside his handler, US Marine Kyle Wincott. When Kyle’s family eventually adopts Max the whole family might find an unlikely new best friend. MAX is sure to be a great film for the whole family and an obvious choice for dog lovers!

Photo Credit: Sony Pictures Animation

HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2

Following the success of HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA, the sequel comes to theaters September 25. When vampire Vlad comes to town and unexpectedly visits his estranged son Drac, the entire hotel is turned upside down and they’re all in for a brand new monster adventure!

Photo Credit: Columbia Pictures

GOOSEBUMPS

The classic children’s scary stories by R.L. Stine are being brought to the big screen October 16th! Hannah, R.L. Stine’s daughter, befriends the town’s new kid, Zach. But, when Zach accidentally unleashes all the monsters from R.L. Stine’s books, the three of them must team up to put the monsters back where they came from. This will be sure to be a family adventure to look forward to!

Photo Credit: Twentieth Century Fox

THE PEANUTS MOVIE

The Peanuts are back on November 6th with THE PEANUTS MOVIE! The classic gang is coming to the big screen and are sure to capture the hearts of audiences no matter what age. THE PEANUTS MOVIE is a great choice for nostalgic parents who want to introduce the beloved characters to their children!

Photo Credit: Disney/Pixar

THE GOOD DINOSAUR

Find out what Earth would be like if dinosaurs never became extinct in this humorous adventure that will hit theaters November 25th. THE GOOD DINOSAUR will definitely be a great animated adventure that will be enjoyed by everyone in the family!

Photo Credit: Twentieth Century Fox

ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: ROAD CHIP

Alvin and the Chipmunks are on a new adventure December 23rd! After coming to believe that Dave is going to propose to his new girlfriend in New York City the Chipmunks are afraid they will be left behind. They have 3 days to stop the proposal and save themselves from losing Dave! The Chipmunks is sure to be a great family film and a hilarious music-filled family adventure.

LITTLE BOY is a powerful and moving film about a little boy who is willing to do whatever it takes to bring his dad home from World War II alive. The heartwarming story will capture your heart and lift your spirits as it reveals the indescribable love a little boy has for his father and the love a father has for his son. Set in the 1940s, LITTLE BOY is an instant cinematic classic that captures the wonder of life through the eyes of a 7- year-old little boy. Written and directed by Smithsonian Institute Award winning director Alejandro Monteverde, LITTLE BOY highlights themes of faith, hope and love in the face of adversity.

A moviegoing experience for all ages, LITTLE BOY features an all-star cast/crew including Oscar® nominated actors Emily Watson and Tom Wilkinson as well as Ben Chaplin, Michael Rapaport, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Ted Levine, David Henrie, Eduardo Verastegui and newcomer Jakob Salvati (the seven-year-old lead actor who delivered an extraordinary, Oscar caliber performance). The film is directed by Smithsonian Institute Award winning director Alejandro Monteverde (BELLA) from a screenplay by Monteverde and Pepe Portillo. Executive produced by Roma Downey and Mark Burnett (Son of God, upcoming NBC series A.D. and Paramount’s remake of Ben-Hur), the film is produced by Eduardo Verastegui, Leo Severino, Alejandro Monteverde, Emilio Azcarraga (Televisa/Univision), Bernardo Gomez (Televisa), Micky Ohare and Sean Wolfington.

LITTLE BOY opens April 24

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Watch Emily Watson and Tom Wilkinson In Inspirational Trailer For LITTLE BOY

Watch the trailer for the upcoming film LITTLE BOY.

Set in the 1940s, LITTLE BOY is an instant cinematic classic that captures the wonder of life through the eyes of a 7- year-old little boy. Written and directed by Smithsonian Institute Award winning director Alejandro Monteverde, LITTLE BOY highlights themes of faith, hope and love in the face of adversity.

A moviegoing experience for all ages, LITTLE BOY features an all-star cast/crew including Oscar nominated actors Emily Watson and Tom Wilkinson as well as Ben Chaplin, Michael Rapaport, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Ted Levine, David Henrie, Eduardo Verastegui and newcomer Jakob Salvati.

The film is directed by Smithsonian Institute Award winning director Alejandro Monteverde (BELLA) from a screenplay by Monteverde and Pepe Portillo. Executive produced by Roma Downey and Mark Burnett (Son of God, upcoming NBC series A.D. and Paramount’s remake of Ben-Hur), the film is produced by Eduardo Verastegui, Leo Severino, Alejandro Monteverde, Emilio Azcarraga (Televisa/Univision), Bernardo Gomez (Televisa), Micky Ohare and Sean Wolfington.

From Open Road Films, LITTLE BOY opens in theaters on April 24.

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LONDON BOULEVARD Trailer

Here’s the trailer from GK Films’ LONDON BOULEVARD, directed by Academy Award-winning William Monahan (writer THE DEPARTED) and starring Golden Globe winner Colin Farrell and Academy Award-nominated actress Keira Knightley.

Based on the book by Ken Bruen, LONDON BOULEVARD is the story of a man newly released from prison who falls in love with a reclusive young movie star and finds himself in a duel with a vicious gangster.

The London-based crime drama also features the acting talents of David Thewlis, Anna Friel, Ben Chaplin, Eddie Marsan, Sanjeev Baskhar, newcomer Jamie Campbell Bower, and Ray Winstone.

LONDON BOULEVARD is produced by the Academy Award-winning Graham King alongside William Monahan, Tim Headington and Quentin Curtis. Look for it in UK theatres on November 26th and here in the states February 2011.

‘Dorian Gray’ International Poster and Quad Released

A couple of new posters from around the world have been released today for the new gothic drama, ‘Dorian Gray.’ Like all good, newer versions of classic stories (this one being The Picture of Dorian Gray) they had to shrink the title down to a much shorter version. Elsewhere, sequels to mega blockbusters are getting longer and longer titles. It’s a conundrum.

Anyway, check these new posters for the film out.

This first one is an international poster that comes to us today courtesy of Empire Online.

These next two are also international posters and they both come to us from IMP Awards. The first one is a quad from the UK.

This second one is a UK poster.

All in all these are kind of bland. Can’t say the film looks much different. We’ll all find out when it comes out on September 9th.

International Teaser Trailer for ‘Dorian Gray’

Shock Till You Drop has unleashed the international teaser trailer for ‘Dorian Gray’ and it looks pretty good from the little bit we get. The movie stars Ben Barnes, Colin Firth, Ben Chaplin and is being directed by Oliver Parker.

Here is the synopsis: When a naÃ¯ve young Dorian (Ben Barnes) arrives in Victorian London he is swept into a social whirlwind by the charismatic Lord Henry Wotton (Colin Firth), who introduces Dorian to the hedonistic pleasures of the city. Henryâ€™s friend, society artist Basil Hallward (Ben Chaplin) paints a portrait of Dorian to capture the full power of his youthful beauty and when itâ€™s unveiled Dorian makes a flippant pledge: he would give anything to stay as he is in the picture – even his soul.

Here is the teaser trailer:

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LITTLE BOY opens April 24

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