Posts Tagged ‘latest news’
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Trailer for The Adjustment Bureau
Universal has released the first trailer for the thriller The Adjustment Bureau. The movie stars Matt Damon and Emily Blount and is based on a short story by Philip K Dick. First time director George Nolfi has a background that includes writing The Bourne Ultimatum and Ocean's Twelve. The Adjustment Bureau is slated to release on September 17th. On the brink of winning a seat in the U.S. Senate, ambitious politician David Norris meets beautiful contemporary ballet dancer Elise Sellas -- a wom...
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Madden 11 Run Blocking Detailed
EA Sports has posted a new blog for Madden 11 that goes over the improvements to blocking in the running game. Four different run plays are featured with the Power O, HB Counter, HB Stretch, and Inside Zone broken down. You can check out the full blog posting here. The new Run Blocking AI will open up more running lanes and allow users to establish a true ground attack like we see proficient running teams do on Sunday. It all starts with blocking, without blocking the greatest running back...
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EA Sports MMA Screenshots and Additional Fighters Announced
Seven new screenshots have been released for EA Sports MMA. The new screens can be found in the gallery. In addition eight new fighters have been announced for the roster. They are Andrei Arlovski, Alistair Overeem, Lyle Beerbohm, Fabricio Werdum, Kevin Randleman, Roger Gracie, Vitor Ribiero, and Murilo "Ninja" Rua (older brother of Mauricio "Shogun" Rua). All with the exception of Rua are slated to compete at this weekend's Strikeforce event. (more…)...
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Production Starts on Spartacus Prequel
Starz has announced that a six episode prequel to Spartacus: Blood and Sand has begun production. The first season of Spartacus was a great performer for Starz topping the 18-49 demo for all cable networks with its original ratings on Friday nights while also playing really well with on-demand viewings. No mention was made of when the prequel will begin airing. Production on the second season of Spartacus was delayed to allow for star Andy Whitfield to receive treatment after being diagnos...
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Super 8 Trailer Officially Released
As soon as the first screenings for Iron Man 2 took place bootleg copies of the Super 8 trailer started showing up online and I got that up immediately. Now Paramount has finally released the official trailer online providing an opportunity to see it in HD. Super 8 is set to release next summer and will be written and directed by JJ Abrams and produced by him and Steven Spielberg. Filming is set to begin in the fall and it will be shot in a traditional manner and not shaky cam ala Cloverfie...
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EA Sports Online Pass Thoughts
The announcement of the EA Sports "Online Pass" has resulted in a fairly mixed reaction. Some are understanding of the situation in which this was born out of while others are taking offense to the idea in general. I've put together some various thoughts on what the "Online Pass" means and where it could lead. Feel free to continue to leave your thoughts in the comments! (more…)...
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Padrecast: Online Pass Edition
The big news yesterday was the announcement of the EA Sports "Online Pass" so that was the primary focus of this week's Padrecast. I'll also be posting up an article with thoughts on it today or tomorrow. Below is just some of what is discussed in the 39 minute running time. Download the podcast directly from here or listen using the player below! Sports Gaming EA Sports "Online Pass" UFC 2010 Undisputed fighter ratings Madden and FIFA headed to Facebook PFC league sign-ups open ...
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Early Rumors of Kick-Ass Sequel
I've made no secret of my love for Kick-Ass but its performance at the box office has been somewhat disappointing. It didn't turn out to be a huge hit that some, including Lionsgate, had been hoping for. That being said it is already profitable and cruising to a respectable take. It cost just $30 million to make and has pulled in a worldwide total that is currently at $73 million. Its prospects on DVD are also encouraging. CLINT is a new magazine being spearheaded by Mark Millar who created...
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