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Viggo Mortensen and Christian Bale together in…

2012/02/27 at 12:00am

Viggo Mortensen and Christian Bale together in…

02.27.2012 | By Jack Rico |

Christian Bale is seeking out Spanish speaking Viggo Mortensen to interpret the villain of his new movie ‘Out of The Furnace’ with Casey Affleck, Garrett Hedlund, Taylor Kitsch and Channing Tatum in the mix to interpret Bale’s brother.

Mortensen, was brought up in Argentina and Venezuela, currently he’s finished 2 movies: ‘On the Road’ from the Brazilian director Walter Salles and written by Puerto Rican Jose Rivera and ‘Everyone Has a Plan’. Both are to be released very soon.

Bale, who seems to be moving away from successful movies such as ‘The Dark Night Rises’, is excited to start shooting. Filming will begin before the summer and before Bale starts ‘King of Cups’ from Terrence Malick.

The thriller, previously titled ‘The Low Dweller’, is a vengeance movie from the 70’s about an ex-convict who swears to get revenge on those that killed his brother.

The movie is set in Indiana in 1968 and Bale will interpret the ex-convict ‘Slim’, with legendary Robert Duvall in talks of having a supporting role. The screenplay has been compared to having a similar tone as ‘No Country for Old Men’.

‘Out of The Furnace’ was almost made in 2008 when Leonardo DiCaprio was supposed to star with Ridley Scott directing, but it was never carried out because of the screenwriters’ strike.

‘Safe House’ takes the #1 spot at box office

By Karen Posada

2012/02/20 at 12:00am

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‘Safe House’ takes the #1 spot at box office

02.20.2012 | By Karen Posada |

Just as we predicted last week, ‘Safe House’ takes the number one spot for the third week of February 2012 earning $24 million dollars. Denzel Washington’s action thriller not only delivers but it’s way more entertaining than the movies released in the past week.

Last week’s number one spot film, ‘The Vow’ falls to second place adding $23.6 million dollars to its earnings. The romantic movie has been the highest box office hit for Screen Gems and it was certainly popular this past Valentine’s Day week.

A sequel, ‘Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance’ premieres in third place with $22 million dollars. Despite of the awful reviews this one and the first chapter of the tale received seems like many moviegoers still decided to give this one a chance.

The Top 10 in the Box Office are:

1. Safe House – $24 mil

2. The Vow -$23.6 mil

3. Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance -$22 mil

4. Journey 2: The Mysterious Island – $20. 1 mil

5. This Means War – $17.6 mil

6. Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace 3D – $7.9 mil

7. Chronicle – $7.5 mil

8. The Woman in Black – $6.6 mil

9. The Secret World of Arrietty – $6.4 mil

10. The Grey – $ 3 mil

By Jack Rico

2012/02/14 at 12:00am

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Sparkle: Whitney’s last film

02.14.2012 | By Jack Rico |

Before her sudden death at age 48, the legendary singer Whitney Houston made her last film – Sparkle. The film has an official release date for August 17, 2012 and sure to be now one of the most anticipated films of the year. Not much is known about Whitney’s character except she will play a single mother whose daughter has high aspirations of becoming a music superstar.

‘Sparkle’, is loosely based on the 1976 musical film that tells the story of Sparkle (Jordin Sparks) a girl who strives to become a music star, while trying to overcome the problems that are destroying her family. She comes from a wealthy neighborhood in Detroit, where she lives with her single mother (Whitney Houston). In the midst of her personal difficulties, Sparkle tries to balance a new romance with music manager, Stix (Derek Luke), while she and her two sisters (Carmen Ejogo and Tika Sumpter) face unexpected challenges in trying to become a dynamic group of singers during the golden era of Motown.

The only photo that exists so far of Houston in the movie is the one below. In it we see a Whitney holding her daughter in the film, Jordin Sparks, with a glamorous dress. She looks young, healthy and beautiful.

At the time of this publication, it is unknown when exactly the official premiere of the trailer of ‘Sparkle’ will be released or how much screen time Houston will have. So remember, August 17 we will see on the silver screen the last picture of one of the most unique voices of the 20th century.

DVD Reviews: Valentine’s Picks, Human Centipede 2

By Jack Rico

2012/02/14 at 12:00am

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DVD Reviews: Valentine’s Picks, Human Centipede 2

02.14.2012 | By Jack Rico |

This week from Miami, on the Enrique Santos Morning Show, Jack Rico reviews the new DVD releases: the horror film THE HUMAN CENTIPEDE 2, and THE RUM DIARY with Johnny Depp

You can hear our DVD review segment in Miami on the ‘Enrique Santos Morning Show’ every Tuesday at 7:25 AM and 9:25 AM by Univision Radio ‘MIX98.3FM‘ in Miami or the global network by visiting: http: / / www.enriquesantos.com/

By Karen Posada

2012/02/13 at 12:00am

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‘The Vow’ is #1 at the box office

02.13.2012 | By Karen Posada |

This pre-Valentine’s day weekend put the romantic drama, ‘The Vow’ in the first place with $ 41.7 million. It seems like this predictable romance with Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum will stick it through post the romantic holiday.

The upbeat action thriller ‘Safe House’ earned $39.3 million dollars at the second spot. This one might fight for first place soon, since many are excited to have Denzel Washington doing what he does best.

Dwayne Johnson’s family movie, ‘Journey 2: The Mysterious Island’ took third place with $27.6 million dollars. It is followed by ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace 3D’.

The Top 10 in the Box Office are:

1. The Vow- $41.7 million dollars

2. Safe House -$39.3 million

3. Journey 2: The Mysterious Island -$27.6 million

4. Star Wars: Episode I- The Phantom Menace 3D – $23 million

5. Chronicle – $12. 3 million dollars

6. The Woman in Black -$10.3 million

7. The Grey – $5.1 million

8. Big Miracle -$3.9 million

9. The Descendants – $3.5 million

10. Underworld: Awakening – $2.5 million dollars

By Karen Posada

2012/02/06 at 12:00am

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‘Chronicle’ fights hard for the #1 spot

02.6.2012 | By Karen Posada |

Surprisingly ‘Chronicle’ and ‘The Woman in Black’ went head to head for the number one spot and weren’t that far off from one another. But the sci-fi thriller about 3 young men that unexpectedly get superpowers, ‘Chronicle’ placed itself there with $22 million dollars.

‘The Woman in Black’ a movie of a whole other genre, horror, came second with $21 million. Daniel Radcliffe has a strong following which might help keep it on the top three long enough to make up for the $14million spent in advertising alone.

‘The Grey’, Liam Nesson’s action film dropped to the third spot with $9.5 million dollars. The family film ‘Big Miracle’ and the horror action film ‘Underworld Awakening’ follow it.

The Top 10 in the Box Office are:

1. Chronicle – $22 million dollars

2. The Woman in Black -$21 million

3. The Grey -$9.5 million

4. Big Miracle -$8.5 million

5. Underworld Awakening -$5.6 million

6. One for the Money -$5.2 million

7. Red Tails -$5 million

8. The Descendants -$4.6 million

9. Man on a Ledge -$4.5 million

10. Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close -$3.9 million

‘Evita’ on Broadway gets first TV commercial

By Jack Rico

2012/02/01 at 12:00am

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‘Evita’ on Broadway gets first TV commercial

02.1.2012 | By Jack Rico |

If you were to ask any theater fan what is the show they are most looking forward to seeing this year, a large majority will probably tell you ‘Evita’. Why? One name. Ricky Martin. Word of mouth has been so widespread on his co-starring role that any advertising would be almost unnecessary. Nevertheless, and to be on the safe side, producers have launched their PR minions to let those who have been sleeping under a rock that – “Ricky is coming, Ricky is coming!”

The marketing blitz began on radio approximately 2 weeks ago and has expanded now onto TV. Thanks to Youtube, we got our hands on the :15 second commercial that shows Martin, nicely shaved and tan, with the other two talented leads in Argentine actress Elena Rogers and Broadway veteran Michael Cerveris (Sweeney Todd). Even though the ad is brief, it’s haunting. The musical is gaining momentum and by the time it opens on April 5th, it’ll become an event.

Have a look below at the first ‘Evita’ on Broadway television commercial starring Ricky Martin.

Synopsis: Eva Perón used her beauty and charisma to rise meteorically from the slums of Argentina to the presidential mansion as First Lady. She won international acclaim and adoration from her own people as a champion of the poor, while glamour, power and greed made her the world’s first major political celebrity. EVITA tells Eva’s passionate and tragic story through Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s most dazzling and beloved score, which includes “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina,” “Another Suitcase in Another Hall” and “High Flying Adored,” together with “You Must Love Me,” the Oscar-winning hit from the film EVITA.

By Karen Posada

2012/01/30 at 12:00am

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Great ‘The Grey’ is #1!

01.30.2012 | By Karen Posada |

‘The Grey’ starring Liam Neeson turned up at number one this weekend with $20 million dollars. This movie deserves its position for the reasons we give in our film review.

Another movie that’s great follows it, ‘Underworld Awakening’ that even though it went down to second place it continues to collect money such as the $12.5 million from this time around.

The box office surprises us with the other spots, in third place is ‘One for the Money’ which collected $11.7 million. Another big surprise, thanks to the Oscars is ‘The Descendants’ in seventh place, obviously those who hadn’t seen it became curious with all the buzz.

The Top 10 in the Box Office are:

1. The Grey -$20 million

2. Underworld Awakening -$12.5 million

3. One for the Money – $11.7 million

4. Red Tails -$10.4 million

5. Man on a Ledge -$8.3 million

6. Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close -$7.1 million

7. The Descendants -$6.5 million

8. Contraband -$6.5 million

9. Beauty and the Beast 3D -$5.3 million

10. Haywire -$4 million

Jennifer Lopez to present at 2012 Oscars

By Jack Rico

2012/01/30 at 12:00am

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Jennifer Lopez to present at 2012 Oscars

01.30.2012 | By Jack Rico |

It was confirmed Monday, that Puerto Rican actress/singer Jennifer Lopez will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony. What category she will present is TBD.

The Oscars 2012 will be presented on Sunday, February 26, at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center®, and televised live by the ABC Television Network.

The Oscar presentation also will be televised live in more than 225 countries worldwide.

Sneak Peek of ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ hits the world!

By Jack Rico

2012/01/29 at 12:00am

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Sneak Peek of ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ hits the world!

01.29.2012 | By Jack Rico |

And so it begins. The Spider-Man marketing assault is in full effect. Wanna see an exclusive sneak peek of ‘The Amazing Spider-Man‘ Feb 6th? Then this link will have a very important significance to you: www.TheUntoldStoryBegins.com.

By registering on this link it will allow you to get 2 free tickets to see a sneak peek of Marc Webb’s ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ in 13 of the most important cities in the world. New York is one of them, but it is sold out as well as Los Angeles. I know because I went on it and this is what I got… (see image below).

Curiously enoiugh, Mexico City so far has not sold out yet. Is it that word hasn’t gone out over there yet or Mexicans aren’t into Spider-Man? I registered there for kicks and giggles and managed to snap up 2 tickets for the Mexican capital. The pass is in our rockin’ Spanish language, but of course I’m not traveling down there to see it, but if you are reading this and live down there, you’re more than welcome to use it. We’ll leave the 2 Mexico passes in the below jpg. If they don’t work though, ShowBizCafe.com is not responsible.

Nevertheless, the sneak peek promises to provide the lucky winners never-before-seen footage in a global event. Along with the new footage, there will be other surprises associated with the event next week. The Amazing Spider-Man opens in Japan on June 30 and July 3 in the US. Rumor has it that Andrew Garfield will show up to either the NYC or LA one, but you never know.

Again, www.TheUntoldStoryBegins.com is the link where tickets can be reserved. Sneaks will take place in New York, Los Angeles, Berlin, London, Madrid, Paris, Mexico City, Moscow, Rio, Rome, Seoul, Sydney and Tokyo.

Take a look at the trailer here if you haven’t seen it yet.