The Soloist.

A schizophrenic (Jamie Foxx), is a homeless musician from Skid Row, Los Angeles who dreams of playing at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Through "chance," he meets a journalist (Robert Downey Jr.), who tries to help this mentally disturbed man get "back on his feet" and make his dreams come true.

Jamie Foxx is at it again, playing the roll of a talented musician who just can't seem to find 

his way. Foxx is accompanied by Robert Downey Jr.  in this film,  Downey plays the kind 

hand who wants to help Foxx. Interesting choice in rolls if you ask me. I think this film 

is gonna be worth watching but i doubt is sets any records. 

What do you think? Comments! 

Sherlock Holmes Trailer Hits!!

"Sherlock Holmes" is an upcoming film based on Arthur Conan Doyle's famous detective, Sherlock Holmes. The film will star Iron Man himself, Robert Downey Jr. as Holmes, and Jude Law as Watson. The film will be directed by Guy Ritchie.

Warner Bros. has released an official plot summary:

"In a dynamic new portrayal of Arthur Conan Doyle’s most famous characters, Sherlock Holmes sends Holmes and his stalwart partner Watson on their latest challenge. Revealing fighting skills as lethal as his legendary intellect, Holmes will battle as never before to bring down a new nemesis and unravel a deadly plot that could destroy the country."

Sherlock Holmes Trailer:

I have no doubt in my mind that this movie is gonna be really good. Robert Downey Jr. is arguably the hottest actor out there today. This trailer in my opinion looks awesome! I think that the movie will have just enough action and comedy to satisfy the audience! I will definitely be there on opening day to go see this!!

Sherlock Holmes Hits Theaters Christmas Day!

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Rourke And Rockwell For Iron Man 2 Villains

Iron Man 2 is the highly anticipated sequel to the monster hit Iron Man starring Robert Downey Jr. The movie is currently in production, and the question on everyone's mind is, who will the villains be this time around?

9 1/2 Weeks star, Mickey Rourke is in talks to play a Russian character named Ivan, who becomes a man with deadly, technologically enhanced coils. Variety reports that his character will ultimately become The Crimson Dynamo. He is considered to be the "evil version" of Iron Man because he battles Iron Man with a nuclear powered armor.

Charlie's Angels star, Sam Rockwell is also in talks to play Justin Hammer, a multibillionaire businessman who is the rival of Tony Stark.

Rourke and Rockwell could join an already star-studded cast of Robert Downey Jr, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Don Cheadle, who is replacing Terrence Howard as Rhodey.

This movie definitely sounds like it's gonna be packed with more action than the original. Two villains? Sounds bad ass, I just hope that they don't lose focus of the story cuz the story is what makes the movie. CGI is just the cherry on top. I do however, love the fact that they're featuring The Crimson Dynamo. The fight scenes between the two should be very exciting.

What do you think? Comment!!

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So What Exactly Is His Role??

As some of you may or may not remember, VANTAGE reported to you guys that actor Mickey Rourke was set to play The Crimson Dynamo for the upcoming sequel, Iron Man 2. According to our sources, and Robert Downey Jr. himself, this may not be 100% accurate.

Downey Jr. was quoted saying, ""That's actually incorrect," Downey told MTV News when asked if Rourke was being considered for the aforementioned Iron Man rogue. When pressed if, instead of Crimson Dynamo, Rourke was up for the role of Whiplash, another potential role bandied about on blogs these days, Downey had a more cryptic response."

"I can neither confirm nor deny that," said Downey. "Or maybe it's some semblance of both. Here, I can tell you everything about the story except I won't give away the ending. The nerd stuff is top-drawer security."

So the true identity of the villainous role of Mickey Rourke is somehwat still a mystery. Stay tuned to VANTAGE as we will keep you posted, and update you guys as soon as we hear anything new!

What do you think? Comment!!

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First Iron Man 2 Set Photo!!

Iron Man 2 director, Jon Favreau has released the very first set photo of himself and cinematographer, Matthew Libatique on the set of Tony Stark's house, which is clearly under construction.

While we're talking about Iron Man 2, I'd like to discuss the topic of the problems they had with casting. A few months ago, we posted about the casting of villains, Mickey Rourke and Sam Rockwell, as well as Emily Blunt as The Black Widow. The rumors surfaced how Rourke was unhappy with the salary he was being offered, and that Emily Blunt was gonna be replaced by none other than Scarlett Johansson. Internet buzz went crazy over this, with speculations connecting all the way back to the re-casting of Terence Howard's character, Rhodey. Are these actors really being underpaid? Well, the good news is that some light has been shed over the matter!

Jon Favreau was interviewed during Oscars night, and he said that Fox has decided to exercise their option to cast Emily Blunt in their upcoming film, Gullivers Travels, therefore making her unavailable for Iron Man 2.

With regards to Mickey Rourke, he was quoted saying, "he isn't officially cast but that he is a fan."

Robert Downey Jr. also said that producers are still hard at work at casting Rourke as a villain. He was quoted saying, "they are slaving away for a hot script" for Iron Man 2.

Now could all these sudden cast changes affect the film? Probably not. But if you ask me, I think that they should definitely cast Mickey Rourke. Rourke, who successfully pulled off the biggest comeback in history, is definitely a hot ticket now....and I can totally see this dude playing a bad-ass villain!! And as for the role of Black Canary, I'm really just either/or on that matter. I mean, both actresses are fine as hell, and I'm sure both would do a great job! Hey, as long as you got Downey Jr putting on the suit, then I'm a happy camper.

What do you think? Comment!!

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Iron Man Soaring High on Blu-Ray

"This Is So Going In My Blog,"

Without a doubt Iron Man was one of this summer's biggest movies! I think it went to earn about $500,000,000. And with a budget of about $175,000,000, this movie was a bonifide HIT!

I just wanna to point out that Robert Downey's casting was perfect! Completely made the movie what it was!

And now its coming out on DVD and Blu-Ray on Sept. 30th, 2008. I just wanted to post this cuz the cover looked so damn cool, and cuz im definitely getting it! With the new technology of Blu-Ray, we can expect higher definition, and a hell of a lot more of special features!

Some of the Special Features:

Disc 1:

-- Hall of Armor

-- The Invincible Iron Man (HD)

-- Origins

-- Friends & Foes

-- The Definitive Iron Man

-- Demon in a Bottle

-- Extremis and Beyond

-- Ultimate Iron Man

-- Deleted/Extended Scenes (HD)

-- BD Live:

-- Iron Man IQ

Disc 2:

-- I Am Iron Man (HD)

-- The Journey Begins

-- The Suit that makes the Iron Man

-- The Walk of Destruction

-- Grounded In Reality

-- Beneath the Armor

-- It's All in the Details

-- A Good Story, Well Told

-- Wired: The Visual Effects of Iron Man (HD)

-- Robert Downey Jr. Screen Test (HD)

-- The Actor's Process (scene rehearsal with cast) (HD)

-- The Onion "Wildly Popular Iron Man Trailer to be Adapted into Full Length Film" (HD)

-- Theatrical Trailers (HD)

-- Image Galleries

These babies are gonna cost about $40.00 in the states, but Im sure we, Filipinos can go to metrowalk and look for a cheaper alternative! Hehehe!

For more info, click the link below:

Amazon.com

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Marvel VS. DC?! FIGHT!

Despite “The Dark Knight’s” praise from critics and summer moviegoers, Robert Downey Jr. admits he hated the film.

“My whole thing is that that I saw ‘The Dark Knight,’” Robert said in an interview with Movie Hole. “I'm like, 'That's not my idea of what I want to see in a movie.' I loved 'The Prestige' but didn't understand 'The Dark Knight'. Didn't get it, still can't tell you what happened in the movie, what happened to the character…”

Downey is currently starring in "Tropic Thunder," which knocked "Dark Knight" out of the top spot at this week's box office. He blames "Knight's" “highbrow” script for ruining the film, although he may be biased. The actor clearly has a favorite in the age-old Marvel vs. DC comic book debate.

“I'm like, 'I get it. This is so high-brow and so f---ing smart, I clearly need a college education to understand this movie,'” the actor ranted before adding, “You know what? F--- DC comics. That's all I have to say and that's where I'm really coming from.”

I found Iron Man a surprise... it was freakin good! But The Dark Knight for me, blew it outta the water!

How bout you guys?! Which do you prefer, Marvel or DC?! Comment!

Tropic Thunder: Will You Watch It?

"This Is So Going In My Blog,"

Tropic Thunder stars actors, Ben Stiller, Jack Black, and Robert Downey Jr, with a special cameo by superstar, Tom Cruise.

The movie is about 3 spoiled actors who are accidentally thrown in the middle of a Vietnamese war, where they come across a heroin producing gang.

The film has already been released in the States and has already received positive reviews! New York Times was quoted saying, "the film is shaping up as one of DreamWorks’s best prospects for the summer." Some critics even go as far to say that Tropic Thunder might finally dethrown The Dark Knight from the #1 spot! Hmm...what do you think?

Im definitely seeing this.......been waiting for it all summer! Hmm...maybe I'll go see it with my friend "Mary Jane." Hehe!

Will you go see this movie? Comment!

Theatrical Trailer:

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More Iron Man 2 Casting News

Hey Readers. Today VANTAGE gives you guys even more casting news from the anticipated sequel, Iron Man 2.

Variety is now reporting that Emily Blunt (The Devil Wears Prada) is in talks to join the feature film. She is currently up for the role of Natasha Romanoff.

Natasha Romanoff is a Soviet super spy who's alter ego is the Black Widow, a femme fatale who sports a skintight black costume that is enhanced by high-tech weaponry.

If the role does go to Emily, she will be joining Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, and the recently announced villains, Mickey Rourke and Sam Rockwell.

Iron Man 2 is set to go into production this spring with the hopes for a May 7, 2010 release date.

With all these casting news appearing online, I can't help but get a little excited. I mean, the casting of Mickey Rourke and Sam Rockwell is just awesome! I think that they're absolutely perfect for the roles! And now this! I think that it's an excellent idea to bring in the Black Widow! I'm sure that the Iron Man fans out there will appreciate that! I myself am not a huge Iron Man fan so I only really have a vague idea of the Black Widow character, but I'm guessing a love triangle will be played out in the film.

What do you think? Comment!

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Even More Iron Man 2 Photos!!

On Location News has recently uploaded new pictures from the upcoming sequel , Iron Man 2. The pictures include lots of pictures of Robert Downey Jr. in the suit, and also Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury!!

You can see the pictures HERE!!

I love that Samuel L. Jackson is gonna be in this film. I really wonder how they plan to incorporate Nick Fury into the story, and if they plan to show more hints to the upcoming Avengers film.

What do you think? Comment!!

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The Avengers Movie Confirmed.....

"This Is So Going In My Blog,"

Marvel's dream team, The Avengers could finally be hitting theatres soon!! According to sources, Robert Downey Jr. and Don Cheadle have both signed on to appear in the next installment of the Iron Man franchise, as well as The Avengers movie coming in 2011. Iron Man director Jon Favreau has also signed on to produce the film.

The Avengers is an all star team that consists of heroes like Captain America, Iron Man, The Hulk, Thor, and many more. The Avengers constanly changes, so there's no saying who Marvel plans to use for the film. The Incredible Hulk director Louis Leterrier also said that The Hulk will be making an appearance in the film, but did not confirm Edward Norton's participation.

I know for a fact that when this movie comes out, it'll be a monster at the box office. Just to see a movie with such star wattage would already be pretty cool. I mean, who ever thought that we would ever get to see a movie like this? To see all these superheroes in one film is going to be awesome! There are literally no words to decribe it! So to all the comic book fans out there, I say, 2011 is the year to look forward to!

However, I am still a self-proclaimed DC fan, and I urge DC to get up off their asses and do something cuz Marvel is leaving them behind. 

Nuff' said.......

What do you think? Comment!

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