Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief

At last! The teaser trailer for Rick Riordan's award-winning fantasy novel film adaptation: Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief was released on July 15, 2009 when Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince came to theatres. It was directed by Chris Columbus (director of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets), starring Logan Lerman as Percy Jackson together with Brandon T. Jackson, Alexandra Daddario, Jake Abel, Rosario Dawson, Steve Coogan, Uma Thurman, Catherine Keener and Pierce Brosnan.

It's really good when you have already read the novel. I recently finished reading book 2: "The Sea of Monsters" and I am now going to read the third instalment which is entitled "The Titans Curse." There are a lot of expectations for the film. Especially the critics which expect every novel-turned-blockbuster-hit-film would not give justice to the full story of a 500+ page book. Well, as of now, I am not expecting the best. It's really nice to see what I read for weeks go on into the big screen and to compare my own visions together with the film creators. The fans are really excited to see this one. It will be showing in theatres worldwide on February 12, 2010. Enjoy the teaser trailer!

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Top 9 Movies About Father

Dad, daddy, papa, father, grandpa, paps, etc. No wonder, we are celebrating their greatest day! So what do I hear? Its movie time! I know there are a lot of blockbuster films to be watched with daddy on the sofa, so here's my top 9 films that really shows how great our daddy is:

9. Father's Day - A 1997 comedy film starring Robin Williams and Billy Crystal

8. Father of the Bride - a 1991 comedy film starring Steve Martin and Diane Keaton. The film is about a father who tries to handle the fact that his daughter has grown up and has a life of her own.

7. The Godfather - A 1972 American crime thriller film based on the 1969 novel of the same name by Mario Puzo. It stars Marlon Brando, Al Pacino and James Caan. The story is about the 1940 New York Mafia family and their struggle to protect their empire from rival families.

6. In the Name of the Father - a 1993 film directed by Jim Sheridan based on the true life story of the Guildford Four. The film is about a group of three Irishmen and one Englishwoman wrongly imprisoned for the 1974 IRA bombing of a pub in Guildford, England.

5. Daddy Day Care - a 2003 American comedy film starring Eddie Murphy and Jeff Garlin. Released in theatres on May 9, 2003. The story is about Charlie and Phil who opened their own day care center and enjoyed taking care of more than 10 kids who are really, really naughty and clever.

4. Big Daddy - An American comedy film directed by Dennis Dugan, starring Adam Sandler, which was released on June 25, 199y by Columbia Pictures. The story is about Sonny: a carefree, unmotivated slob who has declined any responsibilities in life, then a 5 year old Julian turns out up, claiming that his the son of his roommate Kevin. Kevin disclaims all the knowledge and leaves for work. Sonny becomes an instant Daddy and reconsidered life, formed a real bond with Julian alongside his mother, Layla.

3. I am Sam - a drama film telling a story of a mentally challenged father and his efforts to retain custody of his daughter. The film stars Sean Penn which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor and Dakota Fanning. The film also features 3 people with disabilities, all of them are in a group called G.O.A.L. (Greater Opportunities for the Advanced Living).

2. The Pursuit of Happyness - a 2004 American biographical drama film, based on the real life story of Chris Gardner. The film stars Will Smith: an on and off homeless salesman-turned millionaire together with his real life son, Jade Smith. The film won the Best Picture title for NAACP Image Award for Most Outstanding Motion Picture.

1. Taken - Based on the poster above, you can actually discover what the film is all about. Taken is a 2008 French thriller/action film starring Liam Neeson as a retired Central Intelligence Agency operative who sets about tracking down his teen daughter after she was kidnapped by trade slavers while travelling in Europe.

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22 Movie Sequels You Should Know

I really love movies. I'm a big fan of many films on the red carpet and its really nice to know if those films we have watched will have a sequel: part 2, 3, 4, 5 and so on! I've searched the web for blockbuster movie sequels upcoming on the next years and here's the list. Most of them came from Wikipedia. Enjoy!

1. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - a sequel for the sci-fi action film due for release on UK: June 19, US: June 24 and June 27 in the Philippines.

2. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince - the 6th sequel for the Harry Potter films to be released on US, July 15.

3. The Final Destination - an upcoming 3D supernatural thriller, also the fourth instalment for the Final Destination Film series.

4. Cars 2 - a computer-animated 3D film that will be produced by Pixar Animation Studios and the sequel for the 2006 film Cars.

5. Toy Story 3 - to be released on June 18, 2010, this computer-animated 3D film is the sequel for the 1999 film Toy Story 2.

6. New Moon - the sequel to the 2008 film Twilight will be released on November 20, 2009 by Summit Entertainment

7. Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs - also known as Ice Age 3, initially stated to be released on December 12, 2008 but moved on July 1, 2009.

8. Ghostbusters 3 - On September 4, 2008, Columbia Pictures signed on Lee Eisenberg and Gene Stupnitsky to script the third film. The filming may begin in 2009.

9. Shrek Forever After -The film is currently in post-production, aiming for release on May 21, 2010. Tim Sullivan will write the film and Mike Mitchell is in talks to direct. The principal cast will still reprise their characters.

10. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader - The third film based on C.S. Lewis' fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia. The film will be released in the USA and the UK on December 10, 2010.

11. National Treasure 3 - In September 2008, producer Jerry Bruckheimer officially confirmed that they were in process of developing the third film.

12. Hairspray 2 - Due to Hairspray's financial success, New Line Cinema has asked John Waters to write a sequel for the film. Tentative release would be on July 2010 by Warner Bros. John Travolta will not return for the sequel. The possible title for the next film is Hairspray 2: White Lipstick.

13. Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel - Originally set to be released on March 19, 2010, but is now confirmed on December 25, 2009.

14. Shrek 5 - Confirmed by Dreamworks, the final sequel for the Shrek series was tentatively set for release in 2013.

15. The Ring 3 - The film has been announced. Kelly Stables will return as Samara and the expected release is on 2011.

16. Saw VI - The sixth and final instalment for the Saw thriller film series will be released in theatres on October 23, 2009 but if Saw VI does well, Tobin Bell (Jigsaw) said that there would be a Saw VII.

17. Ghost Rider 2 - In February 2009, an online source stated Columbia Pictures will release the sequel for Ghost Rider. Nicolas Cage will come back as the lead role but the theatre release is not yet announced.

18. Superman: Man of Steel - In March 2008, the director for Superman Returns said that the film is in early development. In April 2008, Routh stated filming will begin in 2009 and the release date will be on 2010.

19. Get Smart 2 - On October 7, 2008, it was reported that Warner Bros. and Village Roadshow Pictures are producing a sequel. Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway are set to return.

20. Pirates of the Caribbean 4 - Johnny Depp signed on to return in September 2008. The film is set for release in 2012.

21. Iron Man 2 - The upcoming 2010 superhero film based on Marvel Comics character of the same name will be released on May 7, 2010 and Robert Downey Jr. will return.

22. Spiderman 4 - the sequel is originally designed for a 2009 release. However, due to negotiations with Maguire, the film was pushed back to 2010. Confirmed release date is on May 6, 2011.

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Astro Boy 2009

Astro Boy! It's the old Japanese manga series and television program in Japan. First broadcast: from 1963 to 1966. Very ancient it is! The story is about the cute little robot named Astro Boy. It was created by the god of manga: Osamu Tezuka and was remade on the US in the 1980 and 2003.

Now, coming this 2009, Imagi Animation Studios will produce a computer animated 3D film based on the highly successful Japanese franchise of the same name. The project was already announced on September 2006 and it has been announced that Freddie Highmore of August Rush and The Spiderwick Chronicles will provide the voice for Astroboy.

I'm really excited about this. I can't wait to see the film on October 23, 2009. Well I didn't have the chance to watch even a single episode of the old series, but I'm sure this is going to be a big hit. I watched the teaser for the film and it's terrific! Check it out on the Astro Boy The Movie official website!

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The Twilight Saga: New Moon

November 20, 2009. It's the release for the upcoming sequel for the movie Twilight. "It's got werewolves, it's got visual effects that turn people into werewolves, it's got motorcycle stunts, you go to Italy," the director said.

Bella Swan is devastated by the abrupt departure of her vampire love, but her spirit is rekindled by her growing friendship with the irresistible Jacob Black. Suddenly she finds herself drawn into the world of the werewolves, ancestral enemies of the vampires, and finds her loyalties tested. 

Here's the teaser trailer:

More on the official Twilight movie website.

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Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

UK: June 19. US: June 24. Philippines: June 27. The sequel to the 2007 Michael Bay film Transformers is now coming. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, produced by Steven Spielberg, starring Shia LaBeouf as Sam Witwicky, the war between Autobots and Decepticons is back! The film introduces more robots that were not shown on the previous live action film. Most of the scenes were shot in Giza Pyramid Complex and Luxor, Egypt. The filming began in LA in May 2008. For security purposes, the shoot was done  secretly. 150 American crews and "several dozen local Egyptians" ensured a remarkably "smooth shoot." Other shots of the film were done in Long Beach, California, New Mexico, Qatar and Jordan.

Linkin Park is back. From the hit song "What I've Done" now comes with the new song "New Divide." It was released on May 18 and it will serve as the film's official theme. Michael Bay said "It's a great song that perfectly matches the film's intensity." 

Also from Greenday, the song "21 Guns" will be included for the movie's official soundtrack. It is planned to be released on June 23.  The official score for Revenge of the Fallen is composed by Steve Jablonsky. 

Other stars that played roles for the film include Megan Fox as Sam's girlfriend, Josh Duhamel as Capt. William Lennox and Tyrese Gibson as Robert Epps. The voices used for the Autobots came from Peter Cullen, Mark Ryan, Jess Harnel, Robert Foxworth and John Turturro. While Hugo Weaving, Charlie Adler and Frank Welker's voices for the Decepticons.

The movie will be released in regular IMAX theatres worldwide. The next sequel for this film was announced by Paramount and Dreamworks. July 1, 2001. Mark your calendars again! But first on our schedule, June 27, here we go!

Visit the Transformers official website here.

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Simon Pegg as "Scotty" on Star Trek

It's been 6 days since Star Trek premiere last seventh of May. The film already hit $79,204,289 on box office, but that's just a little penny. I know it's all gonna be "big time." The time warping, dazzling, and revitalized franchise for Trek, that has been directed by J.J. Abrams, starring Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Leonard Nimoy, Eric Bana, Karl Urban and (Jees! Last but not least) Simon Pegg has been very successful within this week. 

Pegg accepted the role as Montgomery "Scotty" Scot. He was the only actor who did not undergo an audition. Director Abrams just sent him an email asking if he wanted to play the said role. Simon described Scotty's personality: a positive Scottish stereotype, noting "Scots are the first people to laugh at the fact that they drink and fight a bit." His wife, Maureen, helped him perform Scotty's accent, and also assistant director Gormly. 

Pegg was known for the hit blockbuster: "Shaun of the Dead" and "Hot Fuzz" (parts of the blood and ice cream trilogy.) He also portrayed a fat man who ran away from his bride-to-be with "Run, Fat Boy, Run" and a pervert call center agent from "Big Nothing." In 2008, he played as Toby Young's memoir, a British writer who struggled to make it big time in NY. 

As what have "Peggsters" known, Simon played the role of Tim Bisley on the hit TV sitcom on Channel 4 in UK, he cracked a joked that every odd-numbered Star Trek film being "shit" was a fact of life. Now he understood that fate put him in the movie, to teach him that he was talking out of his ass.

Star Trek obtained 95% "certified fresh" from Rotten Tomatoes (an online film critic institution.) The film is currently showing in theatres worldwide so never, ever forget to catch 2009's most fully-loaded and promising reboot.

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