And the contenders for the Best Animated Picture Oscar are:
Which Animated Movie Do You Think Should Go An Oscar
November 12, 2009 By 7 Comments
The list of contenders for the Best Animated Feature Academy Award has been released. Of the list, which one do you think should win the Oscar?
Emmerich Says "2012" Will Be His Last Disaster Movie
November 12, 2009 By 4 Comments
Director Roland Emmerich has carved out quite a niche for himself in Hollywood when it comes to directing disaster films. He's given us "Independence Day," "The Day After Tomorrow" and this week's big opening of "2012."
But now that he's done destroying the world in "2012," Emmerich thinks its time to hang up his armageddon directing ways.
Butterflies Going To International Space Station
November 12, 2009 By Leave a Comment
While they may never admit it, it's likely that when they're ready to launch some astronauts have butterflies in their stomachs.
Next week, the astroanuts may have them in their stomachs, but they'll also have them on board the space shuttle Atlantis as it luanches for a visit to the International Space Station.
X-Box Live Locks Out Modded Users
November 12, 2009 By Leave a Comment
If you've got a modded X-Box console, you may find yourself locked out of your X-Box Live account.
Microsoft has begun locking out users who use a modded X-Box according to the BBC. The company cites its user agreement as the justification for locking out the users who have modded their gaming consoles.
"Modern Warfare" Sells 4.7 Million Units
November 12, 2009 By 2 Comments
The new video game "Call of Duty 2: Modern Warfare" has exploded onto the scene, selling 4.7 million copies in the United States and the United Kingdom on its first day, according to Variety.
Scalzi Gives Four Reason "Avatar" Can't Fail
November 12, 2009 By 2 Comments
In his weekly column for AMC's SciFi Scanner blog, best-selling and Hugo-nominated author John Scalzi discusses why the half-billion dollar "Avatar" can't fail.
Find Out Why Damon Returned On An All-New "Vampire Diaries"
November 12, 2009 By 1 Comment
If you've been curious as to why Damon returned to Mystic Falls, you'll find out on tonight's all new "Vampire Diaries."
New "Supernatural" Tonight on the CW
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The fifth season of "Supernatural" continues tonight at 9 p.m. EST on the CW. In tonight's episode, Sam and Dean attend a Supernatural fan convention. Sounds like it could be a lot of fun....
"7th Son: Descent" Episode 5 -- A Slice of SciFi Special
November 12, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Welcome to the fifth serialized MEDIA installment of J.C. Hutchins' human cloning thriller 7th Son: Descent. A recent review in Publishers Weekly said, "(T)hriller readers seeking edge-of-your-seat action flavored with conspiracy and futuristic tech will love every page."
Robert Patrick Signs On For "Chuck"
November 12, 2009 By 4 Comments
He's been the T-1000 and Agent Doggett.
Now actor Robert Patrick has signed on for a guest starring role on NBC's "Chuck."
"Smallville" Movie Event Set for January
November 12, 2009 By 4 Comments
For months, we've heard rumblings about a pivotal two-part story coming in 2010 to "Smallville."
The two part story would revolve around the new Justice League and is from the pen of comic book writer Geoff Johns.
"Dollhouse" Canceled
November 12, 2009 By 19 Comments
First the bad news.
Fox has decided not to renew Joss Whedon's sophomore series "Dollhouse" for a third season.
Now the slightly better news.
Theater Groups Unhappy About "Meatballs" Window
November 11, 2009 By 1 Comment
Yesterday we brought you news that Sony's hit animated movie, "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs" would hit home theater via streaming video download in early December.
As news broke, exhibitors expressed their displeasure, citing the home-theater release of the film would be less than three months after "Cloudy" debuted on the big-screen. Exhibitors were upset at Paramount earlier this year for the studio's decision to rush "G.I. Joe" to DVD and Blu-Ray in a shorter than usual time.
Roddenberry Added To Television Hall of Fame
November 11, 2009 By 2 Comments
The man behind the creation of one of the most iconic television and movie franchises of all-time will be joining the Television Hall of Fame early next year.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Gene Roddenberry will be added along with Candice Bergen, Charles Lisanby, Don Pardo, Tom and Dick Smothers and Bob Stewart. The ceremony will be held on January 20.
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