Stephen King’s The Dark Tower – the first in his series of Gunslinger novels – has been assigned a premiere date by Sony Pictures Entertainment: January 13, 2017. The title is just one of sixteen films on the company’s slate for 2016-17 (and even edging as far into the future as 2019). Bad Boys is […]
Tag: Ghostbusters
Movie News: 2015 San Diego Comic-Con Recap; Top 5 Films of 2015 So Far
The annual San Diego Comic-Con International concluded recently and the proceedings gave film geeks lots to cheer about as new footage and information was revealed for several properties and franchises. As such, this week’s episode of GeekScholars Movie News recaps the highlights of the convention including new insights on: Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Ghostbusters, X-Men: Apocalypse, […]
Ghostbusters Reboot Casts Andy Garcia, Michael K. Williams and Cecily Strong!
A representative of Sony Entertainment has confirmed that Andy Garcia, Michael K. Williams and Cecily Storn have joined the cast of Paul Feig’s Ghostbusters reboot. Garcia will play the Mayor of New York City and Williams will play a character called Hawkins. Details of Strong’s character were not made available. Matt Walsh (Veep) has also […]
Movie News: Geeky Franchise Roundup, Inside Out Reviewed
There have been lots of interesting rumors and developments this past week for a whole bunch of geeky franchises, series, and stand-alone films. As such, this week’s episode of GeekScholars Movie News covers many quick tidbits for a variety of movies, including: Ghostbusters Indiana Jones 5 X-Men: Apocalypse/Gambit Maleficent 2 Kick-Ass 3 MEG The Last Witch Hunter 2 […]
Movie News: Hemsworth in Ghostbusters, Doctor Strange Villain, Bad Boys 3; Preview Reviews for The Program, and The Martian
Some interesting developments in the world of cinema drive this week’s installment of GeekScholars Movie News. The show begins with an installment of ‘Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down’ where the hosts discuss Chris Hemsworth (Thor) getting cast in the Ghostbusters reboot, Chiwetel Ejiofor joining Doctor Strange, and Joe Carnahan (The Grey) being in talks to possible write and/or direct Bad Boys 3. From there, the […]
Ghostbusters Cinematic Universe, Star Wars: Rogue One, Live-Action Dumbo
It’s a trio of truly interesting topics on GeekScholars Movie News this week.To start things off, the hosts discuss all of the new happenings with Ghostbusters, particularly the recent announcement that a second movie in the rebooted universe may be underway, starring Channing Tatum and Chris Pratt. Hit the jump to hear what we cover regarding Star Wars and Dumbo.
Ghostbusters Reboot Cast, February 2015 Preview, Fantastic Four Preview Review
It’s a great show for franchises this week on GeekScholars Movie News. To kick things off, the hosts debate the merits of the newly announced cast for the Ghostbusters reboot, and offer some suggestions on how to continue the spirit of the series (pun intended) for a new audience. From there, the GeekScholars reveal their Rotten Tomatoes […]
Ghostbustbusters’ Stay-Puft Marshamallow Man Wishes Al Roker Happy Birthday!
The Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man visited – which is to say ‘towered over’ – the Today Show crew to wish Al Roker Happy Birthday. I mean, who you gonna call? Right? That’s one heckuva way to set the stage for the 30th anniversary theatrical re-release of Ghostbusters (August 29th) following National Ghostbusters Day (Thursday, August 28th) […]
All-Female Ghostbusters, Spider-Man Villain Films, A Wrinkle in Time, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Reviewed
Lots of franchise news to discuss on this week’s episode of GeekScholars Movie News. To kick things off, the hosts weigh the pros and cons that director Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, The Heat) has emerged as the front-runner to direct the next Ghostbusters film, which will purportedly focus on an all-female ensemble. Hit the jump for more franchise news!
Theatrical Re-Release, Special Edition Blu-Rays for Ghostbusters’ 30th Anniversary!
Thirty years ago, ‘Who you gonna call?’ became something of a buzzword thanks to Ivan Reitman’s horror-comedy, Ghostbusters. To celebrate its 30th Anniversary, Ghostbusters is getting a theatrical re-release in over 700 locations in Canada and the U.S for a limited engagement starting on August 29th – the beginning of the Labor Day Weekend. Following […]
2014 Oscars Recap, Ghostbusters 3, Minecraft, Matrix Sequels, Non-Stop Reviewed
This episode of GeekScholars Movie News beings by recapping the biggest event in Hollywood—The Oscars. Listen in as the hosts discuss the winners, surprises, and memorable moments from the 86th Annual Academy Awards. Hit the jump to learn which Hollywood rumors are gaining some buzz. Hit play above if you’re already sold and want to listen!