Thursday, June 30, 2016
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS CARNEGIE CONTEST
PARAMOUNT PICTURES IS GIVING ASPIRING SINGERS A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME
OPPORTUNITY TO PERFORM AT THE WORLD-FAMOUS CARNEGIE HALL ON JULY 12th
ASPIRING SINGERS CAN ENTER ONLINE FOR THEIR “MY CARNEGIE MOMENT”
In celebration of the upcoming film “FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS,” the true story of the American socialite who followed her dreams of becoming a singer and performing at Carnegie Hall, Paramount Pictures is helping aspiring singers realize their dreams of performing on the prestigious New York City stage in their very own “My Carnegie Moment.”
Inspired by Jenkins, played in the film by Academy Award®-winner Meryl Streep, the special event will give singers from across the U.S. a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform a song of their choice at Carnegie Hall, which is celebrating its 125th Anniversary this year. Aspiring singers can enter for a chance at their “My Carnegie Moment” by visiting the “FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS” official movie page at http://www.florencefosterjenkinsfilm.com/ orwww.MyCarnegieMoment.com
The performances will take place at the Isaac Stern Auditorium / Ronald O. Perelman Stage on Tuesday, July 12, in advance of the film’s theatrical release on Friday, August 12.
Set in 1940s New York, “FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS,” from Paramount Pictures, Pathé and BBC Films, is the true story of the legendary New York heiress and socialite (Meryl Streep) who obsessively pursued her dream of becoming a great singer. The voice she heard in her head was beautiful, but to everyone else it was hilariously awful. Her “husband” and manager, St. Clair Bayfield (Hugh Grant), an aristocratic English actor, was determined to protect his beloved Florence from the truth. But when Florence decided to give a public concert at Carnegie Hall, St. Clair knew he faced his greatest challenge. The film also stars Simon Helberg, Rebecca Ferguson and Nina Arianda.
“FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS” is directed by Stephen Frears, written by Nicholas Martin, and produced by Michael Kuhn and Tracey Seaward.
For 125 years, New York City's Carnegie Hall has set the international standard for excellence in performance. Its walls have echoed with applause for the world's outstanding classical music artists, as they have for the greatest popular musicians and many prominent dancers, authors, social crusaders, and world figures who have appeared on its stages.
Today, the Hall presents an exciting range of performances each season on its three stages—the renowned Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, intimate Weill Recital Hall, and innovative Zankel Hall—including concert series curated by acclaimed artists and composers; citywide festivals featuring collaborations with leading New York City cultural institutions; orchestral performances, chamber music, new music concerts, and recitals; and the best in jazz, world, and popular music.
Complementing these performance activities, Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute creates extensive music education and community programs that annually serve 600,000 people in the New York City area, nationally, and internationally, playing a central role in Carnegie Hall’s commitment to making great music accessible to as many people as possible.
STAR TREK BEYOND - "SLEDGEHAMMER" TO DEBUT IN IMAX
RIHANNA'S SLEDGEHAMMER DEBUT FOR STAR TREK BEYOND
VIDEO FOR RIHANNA’S NEW SINGLE, “SLEDGEHAMMER,” TO DEBUT FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER EXCLUSIVELY IN IMAX® THEATRES
THE SONG WAS WRITTEN FOR PARAMOUNT PICTURES, SKYDANCE AND BAD ROBOT’S UPCOMING FILM “STAR TREK BEYOND”
FIRST MUSIC VIDEO SHOT ENTIRELY WITH IMAX® CAMERAS,
DIRECTED BY FLORIA SIGISMONDI
THE SONG IS AVAILABLE NOW TO PURCHASE
Paramount Pictures and IMAX® Corporation today announced that the video for Rihanna’s new single “Sledgehammer,” written for director Justin Lin’s highly anticipated film “STAR TREK BEYOND,” from Paramount, Skydance and Bad Robot, will debut exclusively in IMAX theatres on Thursday, June 30.
The single of “Sledgehammer” is available now for purchase, download and streaming on all DSP platforms.
“Sledgehammer” marks the first music video shot entirely with IMAX® cameras. Director Floria Sigismondi used the new ALEXA IMAX® camera, the same camera that was used to film the key battle sequence in “CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR.” The ALEXA IMAX 65mm camera is a next-generation revolutionary 2D digital camera developed through a partnership between ARRI and IMAX for use by today's leading filmmakers working in the IMAX® format. The camera, when combined with IMAX’s digital re-mastering process, delivers the highest level of digital image capture and playback resulting in stunning lifelike images with pristine clarity, incredibly fine detail, vivid colors and a higher dynamic range for superior contrast. The “Sledgehammer” video is produced by Maavven.
Said Sigismondi: “I have been a fan of ‘STAR TREK’ since I was a little girl. I loved the idea that it explored new territory and the unknown. So being able to be the first director to shoot a music video entirely with IMAX cameras and use this revolutionary technology to explore a different type of new territory was a dream come true.”
Rihanna has taken the music, entertainment and fashion industry by storm. As an accomplished performer, she has sold 60 million albums and 215 million digital tracks worldwide, making her the top-selling digital artist of all time. She has released eight albums, achieved 14 number-one singles and won eight Grammy Awards. With more than 8.5 billion views and 21 Vevo certified videos, she is the most viewed female artist on Vevo/YouTube and is one of the biggest artists on Facebook with more than 81 million Likes.
Rihanna is PUMA's global ambassador for Women’s Training and serves as the Creative Director of the brand, bringing her styling sensibilities and innovation to PUMA's collections. The first drop of the PUMA creeper collection sold out in three hours and continues to fly off the shelves with every release. In addition, she has successfully launched six fragrances, her limited capsule collection with Manolo Blahnik is in-stores now, and she has served as Contributing Creative Director and Punk & Poet brand ambassador for Stance since July 2015.
Floria Sigismondi is a world-renowned creator of film, music video, branded content, photographs, art and experience. With notable work in nearly every field of visual ephemera, Sigismondi’s directing ranges from iconic music videos for Justin Timberlake, David Bowie, Katy Perry, Pink and The White Stripes, to her feature film debut with “THE RUNAWAYS,” starring Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning. When coupled with global brands, she has helmed lauded campaigns for the likes of Samsung, Thierry Mugler and Motorola, among others. When left to her singularly creative devices, Sigismondi’s photography, sculpture installations and paintings have left impressions all over the globe, from Germany to Italy to Sweden to the UK.
Sigismondi’s work is defined by enigmatic visual narratives, whether it be a short film for Sigur Ros or published monographs of her photography (“Redemption,” “Immune”). This approach has been praised with top honors at the MTV VMAs, World Luxury Awards, International Cristal Festival, and beyond.
“STAR TREK BEYOND,” the highly anticipated next installment in the globally popular Star Trek franchise, created by Gene Roddenberry and reintroduced by J.J. Abrams in 2009, returns with director Justin Lin (“The Fast and the Furious” franchise) at the helm of this epic voyage of the U.S.S. Enterprise and her intrepid crew. In “Beyond,” the Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
From Paramount Pictures and Skydance, “STAR TREK BEYOND” is a Bad Robot, Sneaky Shark, Perfect Storm Entertainment production. The film stars John Cho, Simon Pegg, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoë Saldana, Karl Urban, Anton Yelchin and Idris Elba. Directed by Justin Lin, the third film in the franchise series is produced by J.J. Abrams, Roberto Orci, Lindsey Weber, and Justin Lin; and executive produced by Jeffrey Chernov, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Tommy Harper. Based upon “Star Trek” created by Gene Roddenberry, the screenplay is written by Simon Pegg & Doug Jung.
“STAR TREK BEYOND” opens in theatres beginning July 22, 2016.
Get “Sledgehammer” now:
Download: http://smarturl.it/dSledgehammer
iTunes: http://smarturl.it/iSledgehammer
Spotify: http://smarturl.it/sSledgehammer
Google Play: http://smarturl.it/gSledgehammer
Amazon: http://smarturl.it/aSledgehammer
See a teaser from Rihanna here: https://twitter.com/rihanna/status/748159318541930496
“Sledgehammer” is written by Jesse Shatkin and Robyn Rihanna Fenty. Produced by Jesse Shatkin. Performed by Rihanna. Courtesy of Westbury Road Entertainment, LLC/Roc Nation.
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Sunday, June 26, 2016
"KEM" SHINES AT CHENE PARK
Last night was an amazingly beautiful day, not too hot and not too cool but just the right temperature for some enjoyable weather. And did I enjoy myself as I picked the perfect evening to make my first concert appearance of the year at the Chene Park Amphitheater that sits off the Detroit Riverfront. The concert for the evening was the dynamic soulful R&B artist Kem who performed to another almost sold out crowd due to the fact that he had already sold out the Friday evening show. Unlike the Friday show where he had the songstress Lalah Hathaway open for him, the show started off with an up and coming young artist artist named Cam who I had missed his set but I hear that he did well. Then he was followed up by the talented R&B singer Avery Sunshine who mellowed the crowd with her songs including the popular "Call My Name".
After a brief intermission giving the audience a chance to take advantage of any restroom runs, snacks or drink pit stops the main attraction took to the stage. Kem one of Detroit's own hometown heroes adorned in all white attire (white jeans, a white sleeveless vest, white sneakers and a white cap), some what casual attire but hey he was at home so why not get comfortable? But once he hit that stage his show was a fully charged burst of energy as he belted out hit after hit of the songs that people love and seem to can quote every line word for word. He even did a few tributes to some of his favorite artists like Earth, Wind and Fire as well as the purple one Prince and he had the crowd on their feet just about every song.
Kem certainly knows how to put on a great show, leaving the fans completely satisfied with his show. So yes I had an awesome evening enjoying some beautiful weather around some beautiful people, some wonderful music by Kem and a gorgeous view of the downtown / riverfront area at the fabulous outdoor amphitheater Chene Park. It doesn't get much better than that! I always strongly encourage any and all to make sure you check out the summer schedule of shows at the Chene Park website and be sure to come to some of the shows, trust me especially when the nights are like the one from last night you will definitely enjoy yourself.
This is my life, the life of THE REEL HUSTLER!!!
www.CheneParkDetroit.com
Thursday, June 23, 2016
Sunday, June 19, 2016
CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE
Plot:
Calvin Joyner (Hart) is a hard working but yet unappreciated accountant who just lost out on a promotion to one of his successors and yet his wife Maggie (Nicolet) who was also his high school sweetheart wants him to attend their class reunion in a couple of days to which he refuses because back during his senior year, being a star athlete and student he was voted most likely to succeed only to feel that he has failed. While on Facebook at work he accepts a friend request from a Bob Stone (Johnson) who was formely a student he helped while being bullied by kids their senior year. They decide to meet for drinks and Calvin is amazed at how the once nerdy Bob has changed into this massive muscle hunk. But he soon realizes that he is caught in a deadly game of espionage when the CIA informs him that Bob is a rogue agent and they need his help to bring him in. So he must either help his old classmate or the government, but he must act fast because his marriage depends on his decision.
Reel Talk:
OK now, you have two of the biggest and hottest celebrities in the business in this film so I had some high expectations but I have to say I was a little disappointed. It was by no way a great movie, just an average movie at best with some much milder humor by the normally outlandish Hart. And even though Johnson has played some goofy roles this character did not quite fit this film at all and was only good for a few jokes. Still not a totally bad movie but a sustaining and entertaining film. Johnson and Hart fans will really enjoy their stars in this film but this film will be best if you catch it at the mainee.
Starring: Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Amy Ryan, Danielle Nicolet and Aaron Paul
Directed by: Rawson Marshall Thurber
Rated: PG-13
I give it 3 corn dogs.
By: THE REEL HUSTLER
Monday, June 13, 2016
Sunday, June 5, 2016
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: OUT OF THE SHADOWS
plot:
Still unable to reap the rewards and recognition that normally befits heroes, the four teenage mutant ninja turtle brothers Michelangelo (Fisher), Donatello (Howard), Leonardo (Ploszek) and Raphael (Ritchson) continue to protect the streets of New York City while remaining in the shadows and scouring the sewers. When they get informed by their friend reporter April O'Neil (Fox) that en route to being transferred to another prison their former nemesis Shredder is scheduled to be set up for escape with the assistance of Dr. Baxter Stockman (Perry). As the team of crime fighting turtles set out to intervene to prevent the jail break they are unable to because Stockman was able to transport Shredder into another dimension where he meets the just as evil Krang (Garrett) who recruits him to help with his plot to take over planet Earth. With Shredder on the loose, Krang setting up for world domination and a vaccine available that can possibly change them from turtles to humans, the brothers have some serious issues before them that divides them as a team and distracting them from their mission of saving the people.
Reel Talk:
This follow up sequel to the 2014 film is sooooooo much better than the first. A better consistent flowing plot and much better action. I really enjoyed this film, granted that I was not that impressed with the first. Whatever changes the new director Dave Green made was for the major improvement for this franchise series for the mutant turtles. This is one goes into the category of one of this year's favorites of films for me. One thing I would say is an issue would be the 3D billing that was a waste other than that....A must see!!!
Starring: Megan Fox, Will Arnett, Noel Fisher, Jeremy Howard, Pete Ploszek, Alan Ritchson, Stephen Amell, Brian Tee, Tyler Perry and Brad Garrett
Directed by: Dave Green
Rated: PG-13
I give it 4 corn dogs.
By: THE REEL HUSTLER
POPSTAR: NEVER STOP NEVER STOPPING
Plot:
As kids three young boys Conner, Owen and Lawrence formed a rap group called The Style Boyz with aspirations of being famous. Once they started getting popular it became obvious that Conner (Samberg) was the most charismatic of the boys so he leaves the group to pursue a solo career which angered Lawrence (Schaffer) while Owen (Taccone) tagged along as Conner's DJ. After the success of his first solo album mainly because of music he liberated from the group written by Lawrence, the pressure is on him to follow up with another pop classic album but unfortunately his follow up fails and his huge popstar ego becomes bruised. It has taken him to hit rock bottom to realize that he was only as good when he surrounded himself with his real friends, the ones who were there from the beginning so that he can become a true popstar.
Reel Talk:
This movie is a parody poke at the popstar culture of today with the likes of Justin Beiber, Taylor Swift and so on. Let me just say I really enjoyed this film which had me rolling laughing to which I have to be honest I did not have high expectation going into the screening for it. But some of the elements that helped make this film work is that it was written by the three stars of the movie Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone and Akiva Schaffer who collectively are know as The Lonely Island (a trio of comedy writers) and then directed by Taccone and Schaffer. So the chemistry was natural and not forced. It was almost as if the script was partly based on their relationship, but either way it works because it is a very funny film with a host of cameos. It is worth checking out.
Starring: Andy Samberg,Jorma Taccone, Akiva Schaffer, Sarah Silverman and Tim Meadows
Directed by: Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone
Rated: R
I give it 3 and a half eaten corn dogs.
By: THE REEL HUSTLER
Thursday, June 2, 2016
"STAR TREK BEYOND" LATEST POSTERS
Captain Kirk, Scotty, Sulu and Uhura takes on Krall and The Swarm on July 22.
STAR TREK BEYOND is in theaters July 22, 2016
"Star Trek Beyond," the highly anticipated next installment in the globally popular Star Trek franchise, created by Gene Roddenberry and reintroduced by J.J. Abrams in 2009, returns with director Justin Lin (“The Fast and the Furious” franchise) at the helm of this epic voyage of the U.S.S. Enterprise and her intrepid crew. In “Beyond," the Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
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