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'Game Of Thrones' Producers And Star Weigh In On Last Night's Game-Changer

Posted 6/13/11 2:47 pm EST by in Commentary, Interviews, TV


Game of Thrones"Game of Thrones" took a serious turn for the unexpected with this week's installment, titled "Baelor." Speaking about last night's shocking events is close to impossible without diving into spoiler territory — which we'll do after the jump — but for now, it's enough to say that bad stuff happened. And make no mistake: bad stuff will continue to happen.

But that doesn't mean bad stuff can't be awesome stuff to behold, right? "Game of Thrones" showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss certainly hope you're still along for the ride (though the results from our "Thrones" poll indicates that you're not all entirely on board with the latest twist), as they explain in this behind-the-scenes video just released on HBO.com. Benioff and Weiss explain the reasoning behind the show's most severe curve ball to date, and discuss their own reactions to reading the scene in George R.R. Martin's novels for the very first time. Definitely worth checking out if (and only if) you already know what happened in the most recent episode of "Thrones."

With that out of the way, it's time to return to spoiler territory. Join us past the jump if you want some additional insight into last night's "Thrones" shocker.

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'Super 8': 5 Classic Spielbergian Moments

Posted 6/13/11 1:45 pm EST by in Commentary


Though "Super 8" is a J.J. Abrams-directed production, it's hard to miss the influence of producer Steven Spielberg. If you've been keeping up on any of the buzz following the film coming out of its premiere weekend, you've most likely heard the movie being likened to an amalgamation of "The Goonies," "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" and "E.T.," and for good reason.

The stamp of Spielberg is all over "Super 8," cutting through even Abrams' own proclivities such as the mystery-driven narrative ("Lost") and, of course, the Big Monster Movie ("Cloverfield"). But it's those very same callbacks to Spielberg in his heyday that have us loving this movie, flaws and all.

After the jump, we detail some of the strongest Spielbergian moments from "Super 8." Be warned, spoilers lie ahead!

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'Game Of Thrones' Recap: Episode 9, 'Baelor'

Posted 6/13/11 10:06 am EST by in Commentary, Reviews, TV


Game of ThronesEpisode Title: "Baelor"

Story: Big moves are afoot in Westeros and across the Narrow Sea. Robb Stark and his mother Catelyn have to barter with Walder Frey to cross the Trident and continue their march towards the Lannisters, but the cost is more than they bargained for. Khal Drogo's wound suffered in last week's "The Pointy End" begins to fester, and Dany seeks out blood magic to save his life.

Ned Stark, meanwhile, opens up to the idea of declaring himself a traitor against Robert Baratheon to spare his family, but getting off the hook easy isn't what the new King Joffrey has in mind. And as we warned you last night -- SPOILERS ahead!

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'Super 8': Eight Life Lessons You'll Take Away

Posted 6/10/11 6:00 pm EST by in Commentary


The wait is finally over – after all the casting news, teaser trailers and mysterious hints, "Super 8" arrives in theaters today. The action vehicle delivers all the heart, tension and explosive-laden sequences you’d expect from a J.J. Abrams-helmed, Steven Spielberg-produced flick, but the most potent takeaway is the group of misfit kids at the center of the narrative.

In the vein of "The Goonies," "E.T." and "Stand By Me," "Super 8" catapults us into the lives of small-town youngsters in 1979. All the archetypes are accounted for: the overachieving (overweight) aspiring director, the braces-clad pyromaniac, the vomit-prone worrywart, the awkward-yet-sweet-natured protagonist, the unattainable and alluring popular girl.

Picking up the pieces from familial upheaval and one epic train wreck, the kids will charm their way into your nostalgia-swelled heart – heck, even the movie’s much-mused-about monster can’t overshadow their chemistry. Which is why we’re willing to bet that you’ll find yourself pining for a piece of the clan’s know-how long after the credits roll. So, without further ado, a handy link-laden guide to eight lessons revealed in "Super 8."

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'Super 8' Spoiler Video: 5 Other Viral Movie Info Dumps

Posted 6/10/11 4:53 pm EST by in Commentary


There's a lot to love in "Super 8," not the least of which is the fairly spoilery viral clip that was released yesterday, detailing the monster at the center of the film.

"Super 8" is far from the first movie to create an informational video to catch audiences up to speed on the film's central premise. In fact, it's turned out to be something of a sci-fi staple. Everything from "Jurassic Park" to "Wall-E" has seemingly incorporated some element of these retro, potentially viral informational clips as a means to educate their viewers on the background of their films.

After the jump, we've picked five of our favorite videos-within-movies and detail why they've stuck with us for so long.

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'Super 8': Meet The Kids Who Steal The Movie

Posted 6/9/11 3:31 pm EST by in Commentary, News


"Super 8" has a lot going for it, what with all the mystery, creative advertising, A-list blockbuster-making pedigree of director J.J. Abrams and producer Steven Spielberg and such. The film's major selling point, and the six things you're going to remember long after you waltz out of the theater however, are the talented young actors who absolutely steal the show.

After the jump, check out our brief primer on the kids of "Super 8"!

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James Franco: Musician? His Debut Record Turns It Up Next Month!

Posted 6/8/11 1:11 pm EST by in Commentary, Humor, News


James FrancoFROM MTV NEWSROOM: James Franco is already the hyphenate's hyphenate, but now, the acting-directing-art-making-multiple-university-attending-cat-bench-pressing-frequently-squinting star is adding another prefix to his eternally lengthening list of gigs: musician.

Well, sort of. Because while Franco has joined forces with "video/performance artist" Kalup Linzy to create the aptly-named duo Kalup & Franco (they'll release their debut EP, Turn It Up on July 12, through DJ /rupture's Dutty Artz label), based on what we've seen so far — namely, a live performance of "Proud Mary" — Franco doesn't actually seem to be doing much in the way of actual musicianship. Instead, he just sort of stands there in a tuxedo, looking handsome, while someone else vamps and camps (which, if you think about it, is basically all he did when he hosted the Oscars, too.)

Get the full story at MTV Newsroom!

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'Breaking Dawn' Trailer: 5 Reasons To Get Excited

Posted 6/6/11 11:00 am EST by in Commentary, Video


The "Twilight" series officially moves into wrap-up mode this November with the release of "Breaking Dawn: Part 1." After years of vampire-filled and werewolf-studded conflict, the story of Bella Swan, Edward Cullen and Jacob Black is coming to an end… and it won't be an easy end, as anyone who's seen the "Breaking Dawn" trailer that premiered at last night's Movie Awards already knows.

Our friends at Hollywood Crush have already run down their five favorite moments from the "Breaking Dawn" trailer, and we've had some "Twilight" experts weigh in on the event as well (which you can see in the video below). But we here at Movies Blog recognize that many of you movie fans just haven't gotten into the "Twilight" groove yet. Regardless, there's still plenty of reasons for you guys to get excited, too.

After the jump, check out five reasons why the "Breaking Dawn" trailer should have any movie fan excited!

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'X-Men: First Class' 101: Get To Know Professor X, Magneto And The Other Mutants!

Posted 6/3/11 12:52 pm EST by in Commentary, News


FROM MTV SPLASH PAGE: "X-Men: First Class" hits theaters this weekend, introducing a new group of Marvel mutants to the live-action "X-Men" universe. While you're probably familiar with the heavy-hitters of the mutant world like Professor X and Magneto, there are one or two members of this teenage team that might require an introduction.

In order to bring everyone up to speed, MTV News asked the "X-Men: First Class" cast to explain their characters' powers and place in the live-action X-Men movie universe.

"Professor Charles Xavier when we meet him is actually Dr. Charles Xavier but he becomes a professor during the course of the movie," revealed James McAvoy.

Read the full story at MTV Splash Page!

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'Game Of Thrones' Recap: Episode 7, 'You Win Or You Die'

Posted 5/30/11 8:39 am EST by in Commentary, Reviews, TV


Game of ThronesEpisode Title: "You Win Or You Die"

Story: After attacking Ned Stark and killing his men, Jaime Lannister has fled King's Landing for Casterly Rock, the home of his father, Tywin Lannister, who gives him a lesson in getting the job done. Things aren't going very well for his sister Cersei in King's Landing, though, once Ned confronts her about her relationship with her brother. But the situation is even graver for King Robert, who comes back from his hunt with more slaughtered meat than he bargained for -- a grim reality that leaves Ned with some difficult choices to make.

Across the Narrow Sea, Khal Drogo finds himself compelled to win the Iron Throne of Westeros for his wife Daenerys. Up north at the Wall, Jon Snow frets over his uncle's delayed return as well as his disappointing new assignment for the Night's Watch -- until his portly pal Samwell points out a significant silver lining.

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