Star Trek, Serenity, Muppets and more: our favourite movie adaptations of TV showsStar Trek, Serenity, Muppets and more: our favourite movie adaptations of TV showsJenny Bullough4/17/2017 10:01:00 Am With the movie adaptation of the classic 80s TV show CHiPs out in theatres now, and the Baywatch movie just around the corner, we’ve been thinking about the classic and beloved TV series that have been reborn on the big screen as movies (and sometimes even movie franchises)! Not all of these movies ended up as critically-acclaimed award winners, but frankly, we love them anyway. There’s just something sweetly nostalgic about seeing a TV show you loved when you were younger, or even an older TV show that you missed out on, reimagined for the movie screen. Here’s our list of the top ten TV shows adapted into movies: 10: The Brady Bunch Movie How do you adapt...
- 4/17/2017
- by Jenny Bullough
- Cineplex
Star Trek, Serenity, Muppets and more: our favourite movie adaptations of TV showsStar Trek, Serenity, Muppets and more: our favourite movie adaptations of TV showsJenny Bullough4/17/2017 10:01:00 Am With the movie adaptation of the classic 80s TV show CHiPs out in theatres now, and the Baywatch movie just around the corner, we’ve been thinking about the classic and beloved TV series that have been reborn on the big screen as movies (and sometimes even movie franchises)! Not all of these movies ended up as critically-acclaimed award winners, but frankly, we love them anyway. There’s just something sweetly nostalgic about seeing a TV show you loved when you were younger, or even an older TV show that you missed out on, reimagined for the movie screen. Here’s our list of the top ten TV shows adapted into movies: 10: The Brady Bunch Movie How do you adapt...
- 4/17/2017
- by Jenny Bullough
- Cineplex
Happy Birthday Sean Connery: Our Top 5 Favourite RolesHappy Birthday Sean Connery: Our Top 5 Favourite RolesScott Goodyer8/25/2016 2:00:00 Pm
The iconic Scottish actor best known for playing James Bond turns 85 today!
There's something about this Oscar-winning actor. Yes, he's handsome and has that Scottish accent we all love, but there's something else. He's got that lasting star power about him - a real Hollywood icon.
So in honour of Sean Connery's birthday, we've put together a list of some of our favourite of his roles! 1. The Hunt for Red October This 1990 spy thriller is about the Red October, a nuclear soviet submarine whose captain (played by Connery) breaks rank and decides on his own command to take the submarine to Us waters! What are his intentions? To defect, or launch a missile attack? Well, that's up to CIA analyst Jack Ryan (played by Alec Baldwin) to discover the truth.
The iconic Scottish actor best known for playing James Bond turns 85 today!
There's something about this Oscar-winning actor. Yes, he's handsome and has that Scottish accent we all love, but there's something else. He's got that lasting star power about him - a real Hollywood icon.
So in honour of Sean Connery's birthday, we've put together a list of some of our favourite of his roles! 1. The Hunt for Red October This 1990 spy thriller is about the Red October, a nuclear soviet submarine whose captain (played by Connery) breaks rank and decides on his own command to take the submarine to Us waters! What are his intentions? To defect, or launch a missile attack? Well, that's up to CIA analyst Jack Ryan (played by Alec Baldwin) to discover the truth.
- 8/25/2016
- by Scott Goodyer
- Cineplex
Some movies have been accused of stretching reality in order to keep their stories 'flowing', with viewers usually forced to suspend their disbelief. Then there are those moments when we admit there are plot devices in some serious films that are just plain ridiculous including "Kill Bill: Vol. 2", "Face/Off", "Run Lola Run", "The Untouchables" and "Rocky":
"Kill Bill: Vol. 2"
In writer/director Quentin Tarantino's 2004 revenge action thriller, 'Beatrice' (Uma Thurman) aka 'The Bride' embarks on a slice 'n dice rampage, to take out the 'Deadly Vipers' gang of killers that left her for dead on her wedding day.
Unfortunately her quest is near-terminated by 'Budd', the brother of 'Bill' who shoots her in the chest and, with the help of 'Elle Driver', buries Bea in a coffin - alive.
Recalling the teachings of her master 'Pai Mei', and her struggles in punching through a wooden board,...
"Kill Bill: Vol. 2"
In writer/director Quentin Tarantino's 2004 revenge action thriller, 'Beatrice' (Uma Thurman) aka 'The Bride' embarks on a slice 'n dice rampage, to take out the 'Deadly Vipers' gang of killers that left her for dead on her wedding day.
Unfortunately her quest is near-terminated by 'Budd', the brother of 'Bill' who shoots her in the chest and, with the help of 'Elle Driver', buries Bea in a coffin - alive.
Recalling the teachings of her master 'Pai Mei', and her struggles in punching through a wooden board,...
- 6/3/2016
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
The Irish accent, judging from some of Hollywood's attempts at it over the years, must surely be one of the most difficult for actors to master. We've plowed through the archives and nominated our top 10 worst offenders. What do you think? Read down through our list or use the playlist on the right to listen to the top 10 Worst Hollywood Irish accents! 1. Sean Connery In Darby O'Gill And The Little People" The gold standard to judge against all other bad Irish accents must surely remain Sean Connery's portrayal of Michael McBride, in the Walt Disney classic "Darby O' Gill and the Little People." 2.Sean Connery In "The Untouchables" That was in 1959; by 1987, when he starred as the tough Irish cop Jim Malone in "The Untouchables," things had scarcely improved (though ironically, he nabbed the Best Supporting Actor Oscar). it's not just the Irish accent that the Bond star has...
- 2/20/2012
- IrishCentral
Simon salutes the sterling work of Kevin Costner in a list of the 10 best films of his career so far. “Let’s do some good”…
It’s a topic we seem to return to on an annual basis at Den Of Geek, and we’re firm believers with an ‘on with the tradition’ philosophy here. But, of all the movie stars who have risen and fallen over the past few decades, have any had quite as much of an eye for a good risk, or taking a chance, as Kevin Costner?
It’s testament to his body of work just going through some of his quality films that didn’t make the following run-down of his top ten movies. For Love Of The Game is a woefully underrated baseball movie, for instance, while there’s a lot to like in Mr Brooks, too. And you’ll notice the almost-criminal omission...
It’s a topic we seem to return to on an annual basis at Den Of Geek, and we’re firm believers with an ‘on with the tradition’ philosophy here. But, of all the movie stars who have risen and fallen over the past few decades, have any had quite as much of an eye for a good risk, or taking a chance, as Kevin Costner?
It’s testament to his body of work just going through some of his quality films that didn’t make the following run-down of his top ten movies. For Love Of The Game is a woefully underrated baseball movie, for instance, while there’s a lot to like in Mr Brooks, too. And you’ll notice the almost-criminal omission...
- 10/27/2011
- Den of Geek
See Videos - Click here to see clips of the movies Visit our special St. Patrick's Day section Read more: The worst Irish movies ever made - See Videos The Irish accent, judging from some of Hollywood's attempts at it over the years, must surely be one of the most difficult for actors to master. We've plowed through the archives and nominated our top 10 worst offenders. What do you think? Read down through our list or use the playlist on the right to listen to the top 10 Worst Hollywood Irish accents! 1. Sean Connery In Darby O'Gill And The Little People" The gold standard to judge against all other bad Irish accents must surely remain Sean Connery's portrayal of Michael McBride, in the Walt Disney classic "Darby O' Gill and the Little People." 2.Sean Connery In "The Untouchables" That was in 1959; by 1987, when he starred as the tough Irish cop Jim Malone in "The Untouchables,...
- 3/9/2011
- IrishCentral
The only thing more terrifying, interesting, gut-turning, or even heart-warming than watching a film that someone created entirely on their own is to watch one that has been inspired by true events. Whether it be an inspiring story about how one overcame an obstacle, a horrific tale of a serial killer, or the tale of a rock legend, these films grab hold of their audience and take them along on their journey. With The Rite coming out this week, and it being .based on true events. we figure it.s a great segue into this weeks top ten.
Top Ten: Based On True Events Honorable Mention: Alive
Plane crashes are one of my worst fears. In Alive (1993), a Rugby team is stranded in the Andes Mountains after their plane crashes and they are put to the test in order to survive. Freezing temperatures, dying friends, injuries and a lack of...
Top Ten: Based On True Events Honorable Mention: Alive
Plane crashes are one of my worst fears. In Alive (1993), a Rugby team is stranded in the Andes Mountains after their plane crashes and they are put to the test in order to survive. Freezing temperatures, dying friends, injuries and a lack of...
- 1/26/2011
- by Melissa Howland
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
The only thing more terrifying, interesting, gut-turning, or even heart-warming than watching a film that someone created entirely on their own is to watch one that has been inspired by true events. Whether it be an inspiring story about how one overcame an obstacle, a horrific tale of a serial killer, or the tale of a rock legend, these films grab hold of their audience and take them along on their journey. With The Rite coming out this week, and it being “based on true events” we figure it’s a great segue into this weeks top ten.
Top Ten: Based On True Events Honorable Mention: Alive
Plane crashes are one of my worst fears. In Alive (1993), a Rugby team is stranded in the Andes Mountains after their plane crashes and they are put to the test in order to survive. Freezing temperatures, dying friends, injuries and a lack of...
Top Ten: Based On True Events Honorable Mention: Alive
Plane crashes are one of my worst fears. In Alive (1993), a Rugby team is stranded in the Andes Mountains after their plane crashes and they are put to the test in order to survive. Freezing temperatures, dying friends, injuries and a lack of...
- 1/26/2011
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Retro TV shows have been source material for many movies, including this week's "The A-Team" -- and it's always fun to see how they re-envision the small screen versions for the big screen. Here are 10 favorites to remember.
10 TV-Turned-Movie Favorites"Transformers" (2007)
The live-action redo from the TV animated series follows along the same lines, detailing an ancient struggle that re-erupts on Earth between two extraterrestrial clans — the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons — with a...
10 TV-Turned-Movie Favorites"Transformers" (2007)
The live-action redo from the TV animated series follows along the same lines, detailing an ancient struggle that re-erupts on Earth between two extraterrestrial clans — the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons — with a...
- 6/13/2010
- Extra
Video / Sean Connery as Irish cop Jim Malone in "The Untouchables / Click here Story / Top 10 worst Irish accents in Hollywood movies / Click here Looks like IrishCentral movie critics had it right: legendary Scottish actor Sean Connery has the worst movie accent of all time, according to film fans. Connery may have won an Oscar and a Golden Globe for his portrayal of tough Irish cop Jim Malone in 1987’s “The Untouchables,” but according to a new U.S. cinema ticket agency poll, his Irish accent in the film was less than to be desired. The Edinburgh-born actor has often been criticized for failing to lose his famous Scottish brogue when playing non-Scots, like Irish cop Malone in “Untouchables” and Russian Captain Marko Ramius in “The Hunt for Red October.” Right behind Connery in the run for worst movie accent is his “Untouchables” co-star Kevin Costner, whose English accent in “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves...
- 8/31/2009
- IrishCentral
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