As the summer winds down, many films surprised at the box office powering up what was a solid season while others failed to generate interest. Reboots and sequels brought mixed results while Indie films failed to generate much buzz. Yet there was a lot to celebrate when it all ended. While there are technically two more weekends left, the films being released in the latter part of August are not expected to generate much buzz or are receiving the lush marketing campaigns that the blockbusters did. So who were the winners and losers?
Every year distributors campaign to land a Best Picture nomination with some repeatedly getting nominated every year. Others are unlikely despite big pushes and having huge films. Here is a look at five distributors that will definitely get Best Picture nominations this year.
As the summer dwindles down, the studios are releasing mid-sized blockbusters with little special effects. This weekend three different genres will compete for number one including a comedy, a horror film and a video game adaptation.
As the summer dwindles down, a number of Indie pictures will be released on DVD including Eduardo Verastegui and Alejandro Gomez Monteverde's "Little Boy."
"Deadwood" may get to see a movie soon with the series stars. Get the details here. One HBO series that never really got an official wrap up was "Deadwood.
All in all this a fun summer movie that does not break new ground. However, unlike most summer movies and recent action movies trying to create deep and emotional themes, this film is only trying to create a fun and breezy flick to entertain audiences. In that aim, it undeniably succeeds.
Sam Mendes will not direct the next James Bond film once "Spectre" is finished. Sam Mendes will not direct the next James Bond film once "Spectre" is finished.
Bryan Singer has released new images of the upcoming film "X-Men: Apocalypse." Bryan Singer has released new images of the upcoming film "X-Men: Apocalypse.
Supergirl will not crossover to CW's hit series "The Flash." Supergirl will not crossover to CW's hit series "The Flash. " After speculation on whether the DC hero would make a special guest appearance, CBS and the CW made it clear that the two networks do not intend to join forces for a crossover episode.
This week a comedy and a horror film will be released as alternates to the action heavy summer films currently in theaters. Sofia Vergara and Reese Witherspoon headline the summer film "Hot Pursuit" while Universal releases the horror flick, "Unfriended
“Fifty Shades Darker” may contain more uncut sex scenes and may show more skin. "Fifty Shades Darker" may contain more uncut sex scenes and may show more skin.
Sony has announced a release date for "The Dark Tower" film. Get the details here. Fans of horror writer Stephen King have been wondering for years if his magnum opus, "The Dark Tower," would ever be adapted into a movie.
The Best Supporting Actor category always contains a number of candidates and similar to Best Actor, it is always crowded. This year looks to contain a slew of veteran actors and a number of acclaimed actors who have failed to receive Oscar nominations. The following is a list of hopefuls who were nominated years ago and of those who have yet to get a shot at Oscar glory.
