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'Harry Potter' Snubbed By Oscars, But Not By Nerds!

Posted 2/24/12 12:49 pm EST by in Talk Nerdy


The Oscars might be the biggest night of the year in Hollywood, but it'll lack a whole lot of magic thanks to the Academy's regrettable decision to to snub "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2." The conclusion to the "Potter" saga was more than deserving of a Best Picture nomination at the very least, if not a full-scale win. So, in our small way of compensating, we honored the fallen "Potter" film (as well as a bunch of 2011's other nerd-friendly movies) in this week's edition of Talk Nerdy. Check it out in the video below!

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'Wanderlust' Exclusive Red-Band Clip: Up In Smoke

Posted 2/23/12 8:00 am EST by in Video


Put "Wet Hot American Summer" director David Wain, Judd Apatow regular Paul Rudd and fresh-off-of "Horrible Bosses" era Jennifer Aniston on a movie set together, and the result is bound to push a few boundaries. Such is the case in "Wanderlust," at least, and we have proof of the comedy trio's hilarious new antics in the exclusive red-band clip you can watch below.

A word of caution, first: this clip is not safe for work. Get to a mountaintop, secure yourself in your private armageddon-be-gone bunker, and then press play.

Tell us what you think of the new "Wanderlust" clip in the comments or on Twitter!

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Experience 'Wanderlust' With Paul Rudd, Jennifer Aniston And MTV First!

Posted 2/22/12 7:49 pm EST by in Video


Paul Rudd and Jennifer Aniston throw caution (and their clothes) to the wind in the new comedy "Wanderlust," from the maniacal mind of "Wet Hot American Summer" director David Wain. But before "Wanderlust" wanders into theaters this Friday (February 24), you can get some personal time in with Paul and Jennifer right here at MTV News.

Right here and now, watch Rudd and Aniston with our very own Josh Horowitz for an MTV First all about "Wanderlust." The two actors are debuting an exclusive new clip and answering Josh's questions and yours about their new comedy. Tune in right now to catch the clip and see what Paul and Jennifer have to say about making "Wanderlust."

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Posted 2/22/12 11:06 am EST by in Uncategorized


The Top Five Greatest Movies Starring Pro Wrestlers

Posted 2/22/12 8:00 am EST by in Commentary, Top Five


by Joel Hanek

With the Oscars coming up just around the corner, it’s time that we pay tribute to some of the most versatile and overlooked actors: professional wrestlers. They are masters of the live performance, can pull out surprisingly funny and heart-felt performances on screen, and have convinced me to eat more processed meat than any other acting demographic on the planet. (Rest in peace, Macho Man!)

While these giant men in tights make cameos as the unidentified goon in every other action movie (I’m looking at you, Kevin Nash), here are my picks for the top five starring roles for pro-wrestlers in film.

5. "Walking Tall" (2004)
Way before Dwayne Johnson starred in PG-rated family friendly flicks and even way before he became the franchise savior, the man formerly known as The Rock was destined to be the new Arnold of the action world. In this remake of the 1973 film by the same name, Johnson takes vigilante action against a corrupt town with his fists and a badass weapon: a chunk of wood. Much like after I watch any Batman movie, this film instills the desire to want to patrol the streets and take justice into my own hands – but instead, playing "Arkham City" seems more reasonable.

» HONORABLE MENTION: "The Rundown" (2003). Swap one '90s icon for another (Sean William Scott instead of Johnny Knoxville) as a sidekick, add in an “I’ve been over it since 'Pulp Fiction'" Christopher Walken as the villain, and voila... "The Rundown"!

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'Detention' Exclusive Clip: Hacking And Slashing Moviegoers Everywhere On April 13

Posted 2/21/12 2:12 pm EST by in Video


by Ryan Rigley

High school bullies are one thing. But high school bullies and slasher movie serial killers? It's hard enough to survive high school as it is! Check out more in this exclusive clip from "Detention," hitting theaters on April 13 from Samuel Goldwyn Films.

"Detention" is billed as a horror/comedy about a slasher movie serial killer that wreaks havoc on a group of students in their senior year of high school. Josh Hutcherson stars as Clapton Davis, an outspoken athlete with the hots for one of the more popular cheerleaders. But that all takes a backseat when it is discovered that students are being systematically killed off one by one by a mysterious masked madman.

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Idris Elba: Film Star And... Expert Fitness Instructor?

Posted 2/21/12 1:27 pm EST by in After Hours


Stringer Bell. John Luther. Heimdall. Add Moreau to the mix, and you're looking at some of "Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance" actor Idris Elba's most recognizable roles to date. But the British actor is more than just a pretty face on the big screen. Indeed, Elba's true passion may very well lie in the realm of fitness instruction... particularly when it involves whipping journalists into superhero shape.

Elba did exactly that in the latest edition of After Hours, turning MTV Movies reporter Josh Horowitz into... well, we don't want to spoil the surprise. Exercise your own capacity for fitness in this instructional video with Elba and Horowitz below.

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Michael Bay Returns To 'Transformers' In Talk Nerdy

Posted 2/17/12 9:51 am EST by in Talk Nerdy


Michael Bay is back for "Transformers 4." Depending on your position, this is either a very good thing or a very bad thing — or, if you're a bit more zen, it really doesn't matter much at all. Bay's return to "Transformers" was a big topic on this week's Talk Nerdy, but there's more to discuss as well: "Amazing Spider-Man" seems to finally be heating up with fans after a killer trailer and an impending viral game. See what Team Nerdy thinks in the video below, plus get their take on "Ghost Rider" versus "This Means War" at the weekend box office.

Watch this week's Talk Nerdy!

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Six Sequels Nicolas Cage Needs To Make Immediately

Posted 2/17/12 9:36 am EST by in Commentary, Humor


by Ryan Rigley

Bold. Brash. Bees. These are but a few of the many things that come to mind when one thinks of the magnificence that is Nicolas Cage, a man almost too bizarre for words. With "Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance" hitting theaters today (February 17), audiences across the country are gearing up for another installment of the motorcycled madman’s high speed hijinks.

Nicolas Cage talks "Ghost Rider" sequel

In addition, Cage himself has expressed the desire to make a sequel to "The Wicker Man" not long ago, stating “I would like to take ‘The Wicker Man’ to Japan, except this time he’s a ghost.” So, let me get this straight. Nicolas Cage… as a ghost… in Japan for some reason? Yes, please!

It seems as though Mr. Cage has a serious case of "sequel syndrome" as of late. And what better way to celebrate than with our own dream-list of Nicolas Cage sequels?

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'Undefeated' Exclusive Clip Deserves Your Applause

Posted 2/16/12 5:17 pm EST by in Video


by Ryan Rigley

Ever wonder how long it would take to clap 900 times? This exclusive clip from the Oscar nominated documentary, "Undefeated," might not have the answer that you're looking for. But it does have a very motivational speech!

"Undefeated" is a documentary that chronicles the Manassas Tigers' 2009 football season through the eyes of their tough as nails coach, Bill Courtney. Taking place in the inner-city of Memphis, the team goes through a number of trials and tribulations as they strive to break their high school's 110 year losing streak.

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