axalon

The best thing you will read all day, is this, the real-life introduction of Meth into the midwest by Ton (yes!) Arnold's sister: http://www.playboy.com/playground/view/bad-bad-lori-arnold

uh, Tom, not Ton

At one point he was on the verge of being Ton Arnold, but he divorced Rosanne and thus escaped that fate ...

Thanks Sbbn

I should also add that for a fair cut, I would be happy to help dig up money-filled barrels in the desert.

Better call Sbbn

Maybe they're butthurt that they're not getting the same level of praise/domestic box office returns that the first Star Trek did.

They're acutely aware of the criticism - if they didn't think it was true they wouldn't be responding as they are.

And how does a tie in game even remotely affect a movie? The logic there is bizarre. But at least now I know why the movie's logic was so off base.

I think ThaVillain is probably right which only showcases how incredibly sensitive this country has become. You can't potentially run the risk of offending *anyone*.

I'm offended by that statement, Axalon.

Well, it was called "We Mortals All" for a while, too. I really hated that title. I don't know if this one is better or worse.

@Axalon, a toast it is. It really is a tragedy. The saddest part of all is that they bought the script for a substantial amount for a spec (which it deserved) because, I'd like to think they recognized how great it was. And then they tore it apart and renamed it! What the fuck?? Why bother even buying it - let someone who actually wants to do something in line with what they are buying pick it up.

All You Need Is Kill was a fantastic script... I'm wondering what they changed???

Chando, above you'll find a link to a thread where the differences between the script have been highlighted

I read .pdf's on my iPad and it does hurt my eyes after a bit. I think it may be the brightness setting or the distance I'm holding it from my face?

I use a kindle fire and it works well for pdfs that are text rather than photocopies (if that makes sense). The photocopies are blurier so I have to turn it sideways to read it so it all works out in the end. Really like it alot.

I read scripts on my android phone (S4). Am I the only one? lol

The Rock is a good example. I think Entrapment was too, but I my mind is blocked on the plot line of that flick at the moment.

Showgirls

Escape From New York. Aliens. Unforgiven. The Last Stand. Taken.

I still don't forgive Ridley Scott for PROMETHEUS.

CHEETAHS! Don't stumble.

Your instinct was correct - Variety hammered it.

Loved the book, loved the film. But Affleck needs to stop skipping leg day in the gym. He's suffering from Hugh Jackman syndrome -- huge upper body, chicken legs. This of course did not deter my appreciation of the film, important as this issue obviously is. ;-)

Spec_Writer: LMAO Ben's doing the chicken legs diet?! What's up with folk not doing squats and deadlifts these days? so weird...LOL

Jackman can deadlift ~485lbs, he's not skipping leg day.

By the way, I would be very leery about legal opinions from non-attorneys (I know, I know, everyone who seen Law & Order is qualified to practice law). I've seen people end up in serious messes because of that sort of thing.

I went to law school and studied Copyright Law, but never took the bar exam. So not a licensed attorney, but familiar with the subject matter.

Thanks for the lengthy response sbbn and to everyone else for chiming in.

dsjones, I'm trying to wrap my mind around what words you could possibly use that would get you a warning here. Seems like free speech is pretty well accepted 'round these parts.

words. I have a way with them. Esp. bad ones.

Dexter is a hit that went on too long for the obvious financial reasons. Nothing new here.

I shudder at the thought of Breaking Bad without an endgame.

Really enjoyed Wolverine. The Bullet Train sequence is one of my favorite action set pieces of the summer so far. The final act definitely lost me though. It just seemed completely different tonally.

I think it suffered from "over-complicatitus," aka "Nolan wannabe disease." ;-) But I still enjoyed it. Logic issues, though.

Axalon, I get it now. I guess for years we've only seen James McAvoy as Prof X so that was a nice gift to the fans. Do we know yet why they're recruiting Wolvie?

Just saw this. Terrific filmmaking, acting, and all around goodness.. A bit too long (too much looping!) so I was exhausted / relieved when it was finally over. Not a classic but damn good sci-fi.

Loved this. Found it strong from beginning to end. More movies like this. PLEASE.

Totally agree. Loved it!

Took itself too seriously for its premise and as a result is too long and falls off the tracks. I admired it and yet couldn't wait for it to end at the same time.

i searched for this online internationally, but can't find it. did you get a screener axalon?

i can't wait to see this!

sbbn,

Yeah, I realize that.

My understanding of the spirit of the list is:

"These are scripts around town which haven't been made but deserve another light shined on 'em toward that end."

Pre-pro since September violates that spirit, in my view.

Think of the writers out there who could have benefited from the slot instead of HM, which is clearly BEING MADE.

@Foz90, yeah I'm surprised the production company hasn't changed that yet.

My opinion is of no consequence but as long as the film hasn't started principal photography I'm good with it being on the ballot.

Solaris

Great suggestions, thanks!

Phone Booth?

Kind of agree with Dan, don't think Jolie has the chops to pull this off. Acting was abysmally stale by the kids, on the verge of cliche. All in the final product I suppose.

I'm game. Looks awesome!

when the coen bros. write a script, it's hard to screw it up. in other words she'll do fine!

I really like Abrams but I feel like his whole 'mystery box' thing is starting to get a little silly.

If you really want to keep a tight lid on something just don't say anything until it's done.

It's like he's in fight club and keeps deciding to violate the first two rules.

Agree - with everyone. If you posted here, you're right.

@Axalon, your bit about fight club made me crack up. Good stuff!

Less about money and more about consistency. Most writers can't write the same script for over a year. He tired. Happens all the time. The writing process -- especially on a film due 15' -- must have been exhausting. Fresh eyes is often the best thing.

Coz, that doesn't quite fit. Especially given how Arndt was a major packaging point for the Disney/Lucasfilms acquisition. The idea that he just left to take offers on something else is strange, especially given Arndt's love for the property.

I was excited when I heard Arndt was the writer, but now that it's JJ and Kasdan starting over, I'm lowering my expectations.

(Sorry, accidentally hit the comment button.) The same can not be said for other types of funds -dramas, in particular, are a much harder sell in foreign territories so names are generally required.

Chronicle -- Davis Entertainment set up the project. They have a 1st look deal and a long relationship with Fox so it's a different thing for them to ask for $12 mil. versus the director trying to set up the project at Fox.

The real question here is how much of the budget you have already versus how much money you need to ask for. If you have $1 million to go shoot a film with no-name actors, you can do that. However if you need a chunk of change, it's going to be a lot easier to ask for that if you have a star. Then, secondly, you have to think about what kind of distribution you want. Better distribution calls for more star power.

I was definitely down for McAdams as Aurora, at least over Witherspoon. Charlize Theron might be a good choice too.

I was disheartened by this news. I have wanted Charlize Theron as Aurora.

but it needs one!

Babel, and Everything You've Always Wanted to Know About Sex... first came to mind, and as said, theme is the ultimate thread. Should anything with distinct stories even be a film, or is it best as one-act plays, sketch comedy, etc.

Thanks for all the suggestions!

Crimes and Misdemeanors!

Great job. Love the rack focus and the over the shoulders.

pretty funny!

Great job & terrific idea for a one man short.

I felt his best work was dramatizing Justin Beiber's hat on Twitter.

sure he makes excuses but film is a collaborative process. when something fails it's most likely due to a lot of people's mistakes.

@dsjones... yea that end action sequence seemed out of place and unnecessary. I also hated how hard everyone was hitting each other and yet sustaining no visible damage

Can you imagine what the urine budget would be if Bay did GU3?

sanguine, upon reading your last comment I let out a hearty chuckle.

That chuckled quickly morphed into a full on laugh when I realized he actually had Bumblebee urinate on John Turturro.

I really enjoyed Pain & Gain. The Rock was great in it.