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2012 Movie Preview: Family Movies, From 'Ice Age' to Pixar's 'Brave'

By Eric Larnick (Subscribe to Eric Larnick's posts), Posted Dec 28th 2011 4:30PM

Filed under: Features, Movie News, Family Film Guide, Coming Soon

With 2011 in its death throes, what better time to look ahead to 2012. All this week, Moviefone will preview the seemingly endless supply of big-time films hitting theaters during the next 12 months -- from from 'The Devil Inside' to 'Django Unchained' and everything in between. Next up: the 12 family films to watch for next year.

An Oral History of 'Willy Wonka' With the Stars of the Classic Film

By Eric Larnick (Subscribe to Eric Larnick's posts), Posted Dec 24th 2011 9:00AM

Filed under: Celebrity Interviews, Features, Movie News, Family Film Guide, Holiday Movies

With the holidays upon us, it's time to gather with the family and watch a holiday classic. One movie that is sure to be viewed many times -- whether you're catching one of its many December airings or were lucky enough to get the 40th anniversary Collector's Edition Blu-ray as a gift this year -- is the 1971 classic 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.'

To celebrate the movie's enduring fandom, Moviefone spoke with the stars of the candy-coated classic and got their first-hand account of making the pop culture landmark. If you've ever wanted to know what the heck was up with that boat ride through the tunnel, or learn which heavy metal icon got star struck at the sight of Veruca Salt, Moviefone has the full story after the jump.

The Best Geek Moments of 2011: From 'Transformers' to 'Deathly Hallows,' the Top 11 in '11

By Eric Larnick (Subscribe to Eric Larnick's posts), Posted Dec 22nd 2011 6:00PM

Filed under: Features, Movie News, Hot Topic

Movies belong to the geeks -- how else do you explain the box-office dominance of Harry Potter, Transformers and Marvel superheroes? Fans want out-of-this-world action and dazzling special effects, and 2011's movies were happy to deliver in spades. Whether it's a summer blockbuster or a scary monster movie, we want our favorite characters doing one of three things at all times: blowing something up, doing something hilarious or kissing someone hot (bonus points if they pull off all three at once). But in a year filled with roller-coaster thrills, how do you pick out the highest peaks?

We took a second to catch our breath and name the moments that made us geek out the most this year. From wizard make-outs to ridiculous foreheads, here are Moviefone's Best Geek Moments of 2011.

You Won't Believe How Much Money Alvin and the Chipmunks Make

By Eric Larnick (Subscribe to Eric Larnick's posts), Posted Dec 16th 2011 9:20AM

Filed under: Features, Movie News, New Releases, Holiday Movies

As of now, the American public has access to a national treasure: 'Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked.' The rambunctious rodents are at it again in another madcap musical adventure; this time Alvin, Simon and Theodore and their Chipette counterparts Brittany, Jeanette and Eleanor, go on a cruise ship vacation with the always-irritable Dave Seville. But Alvin's hijinks result in all six of the cute and the cuddly chipmunks getting stranded on a deserted tropical island. They'll have to learn to work together to get back home ... and bust out some new songs along the way.

Jokes Ricky Gervais Will Probably Make At the Golden Globes

By Eric Larnick (Subscribe to Eric Larnick's posts), Posted Dec 15th 2011 12:00PM

Filed under: Features, Movie News, Hot Topic, Golden Globes News, Awards, Celebrity Gossip

Now that the 2012 Golden Globe nominations have been announced, some award show fans will be speculating on which movie will win the most prizes or what these honors will mean for Oscar chances ... but a second group of fans will take part in a much more gleefully nasty guessing game: What jokes will Ricky Gervais make during his job as host? Judging from his last two years as host, it's probably pretty easy to assume Johnny Depp, Angelina Jolie, Mel Gibson and Madonna will factor heavily in Gervais's monologue on Jan. 15. Who else will receive the roast-master's caustic ire? Ahead, six potential jokes Ricky Gervais might tell at the Golden Globes. Please provide your own rimshot, and don't forget to tip your waitress and/or try the veal.

What Do You Want to Win at the 2012 Golden Globes?

By Eric Larnick (Subscribe to Eric Larnick's posts), Posted Dec 15th 2011 9:40AM

Filed under: Features, Movie News, Hot Topic, Golden Globes News, Awards

The Golden Globe nominees are here, but who do YOU want to win? Vote in our polls for all the big movie categories and let your voice be heard.

Would You Pay $5 to Fund a Movie?

By Eric Larnick (Subscribe to Eric Larnick's posts), Posted Dec 12th 2011 7:00PM

Filed under: Movie News, Hot Topic, Box Office

Fans of stand-up comedian / television auteur Louis C.K. were treated to a unique interaction on Monday with the Emmy-nominated funnyman; he participated in an open Q&A on reddit.com, covering as many topics as possible, from his comedic influences to his religious beliefs. One of the reasons he was participating in the event was to promote his newest stand-up special, 'Live at the Beacon Theater,' which he is distributing on his own, via his website; you can download his new concert for a low price of just FIVE dollars. When a fan asked him if he had any plans to make a movie, C.K. explained that the difficulties of the film industry prevent him from trying to work within the system.

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