Bitch and Famous Nov 19, 2009
Schwarzenegger is lined up to star in 2010's 'The Expendables', alongside fellow boom-crash-smash veterans Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, and Bruce Willis. Should be. (iAfrica.com)
La. busy with TV, movie productions Nov 17, 2009
David Simon, creator of "The Wire" and "Homicide: Life on the Street," started shooting the first season of his HBO series "Treme" in New Orleans this month, and actor Jason Statham had a downtown office building bustling with production of a scene for the action thriller, "The Mechanic." ... In this Nov. 12, 2009 photo, crew members prepare the set for the action-thriller "The Mechanic" starring Jason Statham, Ben Foster and Donald Sutherland, one of at least eight film and TV projects shooting... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Lionsgate Music, in Association With Matriarch/Geffen Records, Announces Release of Soundtrack to Lee Daniels' Highly Anticipated Film PRECIOUS: BASED ON THE NOVEL PUSH BY SAPPHIRE Nov 6, 2009
Additional upcoming projects include the Jim Sheridan film BROTHERS, scheduled for release in December featuring music from U2, as well as music for such upcoming films as THE EXPENDABLES, starring Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham and Jet Li, FIVE KILLERS, starring Katherine Heigl and Ashton Kutcher, KICK-ASS, starring Nicolas Cage, and Academy Award winning director Paul Haggis' THE NEXT THREE DAYS, starring Russell Crowe. The Lionsgate Music team is also working on the Starz. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Love the Beast to open Wheels on Reels Festival Oct 22, 2009
Other films selected for screening at the inaugural event include: Truth In 24, a documentary narrated by Jason Statham that chronicles the Audi Sport Racing Team in their attempt to earn a record fifth consecutive win at the 24 hours of Le Mans; The Rock Store, a brilliant documentary by an award-winning stuntman that introduces you to Ed and Vern Savko, owners of a gas station and convenience store in the Santa Monica Mountains; and The Indian, a debut film by Southern California native James... (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Angel Turns Hitman Oct 16, 2009
The trade says Foster "will play Steve McKenna, the young man who becomes an apprentice to a hitman played by Jason Statham. Sutherland will play the role of Foster's father and Statham's handler.". Future Air Wolf star Jan-Michael Vincent played the apprentice assassin McKenna opposite Charles Bronson's mentor hitman Bishop in Michael Winner's 1972 original. (IGN FilmForce)
Infotainment Sep 16, 2009
The man behind the successful Rambo and Rocky franchises has also brought Jason Statham, Jet Li, Mickey. Elton John may not adopt a Ukrainian orphan because the former Soviet republics law allows foreigners to adopt only if they are married, officials told AFP. Sir Elton does not have the right to do it because there are certain obstacles which cannot be overcome, Lyudmila Balym, a Ukrainian official. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Daily television listings Sep 12, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
At the Movies Sep 10, 2009
Crank: High Voltage Starring Jason Statham, Cilfton Collins Jr., David Carradine Directed by Mark Neveldine, Brian Taylor Genre: Thriller/Action Running time: 1 hr 36 min Age restriction: 16SNLV. Picking up where the 2006's 'Crank' left off, 'High Voltage' finds Chev surviving the climactic plunge to a most certain death on the streets of L.A. only to be kidnapped by a mysterious Chinese mobster. (iAfrica.com)
Thought-free action never stops in "Gamer" Sep 8, 2009
Thought-free action never stops in "Gamer" - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Strut around in girlfriend fashion Sep 6, 2009
So too action movie star, Jason Statham of Transporter fame, who was recently seen wearing girly hot pants accessorized with a clutch. In fact, girlfriend fashion, is being taken so seriously that supermodel Kate Moss made her beau Jamie Hince wear a pair of her cut-off denim hot pants. (India Times, India)
DVD Report: This week's new releases Sep 6, 2009
Jason Statham s Red Bull-mainlining sequel couldn t be more unapologetic about its lowbrow preposterousness and reestablishes filmmaking duo Neveldine/Taylor as kings of neo-retro exploitation. Statham s Chev Chelios survives his Crank helicopter plunge only to have gangsters give him a fast-failing artificial heart. (Boston Globe)
Gamer doesnt have the fun of Crank Sep 5, 2009
Thats not so much the case with Gamer, however; where the Crank movies stripped everything down to the basic Jason Statham IS the bus from Speed premise, this latest one piles on more and more plot in a tale of a near-future where everyone is obsessed with playing videogames morning, noon and night. Given how much the two Crank films borrowed from the first-person shooter aesthetic, it feels a little too on-the-nose for these filmmakers to straightforwardly... (MSNBC -- Movies)
Death Race Prequel Aug 13, 2009
Jason Statham, Tyrese Gibson, Paul W. S. Anderson and others discuss death and racing in this exclusive featurette. Behold the deadly menace of. (IGN FilmForce)
Daily guide for television and radio Aug 6, 2009
Death Race 10 p.m. (MAX) A convict (Jason Statham) is pitted in a race to the death against other cons. R (2008). (Boston Globe)
Daily TV guide Jul 10, 2009
Martial-arts mayhem about an FBI agent (Jason Statham) gunning for a hit man (Jet Li). R (2007). (Boston Globe)
Video Business Jul 5, 2009
Jason Statham is running out of time again. In Lionsgate's Crank 2: High Voltag. (Variety)
People magazine loses mind on Hottest Bachelors; here's a better list Jun 22, 2009
MIST Monday June 22, 2009. Today's most viewed articles. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Actor Carradine found dead Jun 5, 2009
He was most recently seen on the big screen as a Chinese mobster in Crank: High Voltage, opposite British actor Jason Statham. Carradine was an accomplished composer, musician, musical performer and songwriter. (BBC News -- Americas)
Spike TV Announces 2009 'Guys Choice' Winners Jun 1, 2009
Show Features Performances And Appearances By Halle Berry, Jamie Foxx, Robert Downey, Jr., Ben Stiller, Quentin Tarantino, Mel Gibson, Jason Statham, Dwyane Wade, Hayden Panettiere, Jack McBrayer, Triumph The Insult Comic Dog, Metallica, Jonah Hill, Sacha Baron Cohen, Malin Akerman, Michael Irvin, Mila Kunis, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Judd Apatow, Asher Roth, Rainn Wilson And Many More ... Spike TV's "Guys Choice" also included a performance by hip hop impresario Asher Roth, and appearances by... (PR Newswire)
Can holding a drink reveal your persona? May 30, 2009
Celebrities: Peter Andre, David Cameron, Jason Statham. 8. (India Times, India)
Univision Reveals Powerful Line up for 2009-2010 Season Showcasing Proven Formula across Three TV Networks May 22, 2009
TeleFutura will feed the appetite of action/adventure fans with many new titles this season including Snakes on a Plane (Samuel L. Jackson), I, Robot (Will Smith), A Man Apart (Vin Diesel), Daredevil (Ben Affleck), Rush Hour 3 (Chris Tucker, Jackie Chan), X2: X-Men United (Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, Patrick Stewart) and Transporter (Jason Statham). On the lighter side of film fare, we are proud to present Monster-In-Law and The Wedding... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Spike TV Announces the Year's Biggest Boys Night Out for Star-Studded 2009 'Guys Choice' May 22, 2009
Presenters And Attendees Include Robert Downey, Jr., Russell Brand, Quentin Tarantino, Jason Statham, Dwyane Wade, Billy Crudup, Triumph The Insult Comic Dog, Malin Akerman, Michael Irvin, Jesse James, Mila Kunis, Brock Lesnar, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Rainn Wilson And Many More ... Scheduled appearances include: Malin Akerman, Anvil, Judd Apatow, Halle Berry, Russell Brand, Sacha Baron Cohen, Billy Crudup, Robert Downey Jr., Michael Irvin, Jesse James, Mila Kunis, Brock Lesnar, Christopher... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Slate Endorsements May 8, 2009
The films of Jason Statham, especially , , and (Recommended by Jody Rosen in ""). So Yong Kim's (Recommended by Dana Stevens in ""). (Slate)
Statham Gets Diabetes May 5, 2009
IGN Video: CollegeHumor: Originals Video - Jason Statham in Diabetes ... Jason Statham in Diabetes /span ... Jason Statham in Diabetes - Posted Fri May 01 11:47:00 PDT 2009. (IGN FilmForce)
Check your good sense at the door to enjoy 'Crank' Apr 28, 2009
Crank: High Voltage' stars Jason Statham and Amy Smart ... Cast: Jason Statham, Amy Smart, Dwight Yoakam, Efren Ramirez, Clifton Collins Jr., Geri Halliwell, and Corey Haim ... Somehow I doubt Chev Chelios (Jason Statham) would give a flying four-letter-word that I was reviewing his movie. (Juneau Empire)
Grotesque action flick sequel amps up the violence, lacks continuity in character appearances and storyline Apr 28, 2009
When Jason Statham blinked after falling hundreds of feet from a helicopter at the end of Crank, people everywhere thought to themselves, 'There's no way they're going to make a sequel to this ... Jason Statham is basically a gigantic, British cartoon character. (Daily Collegian, PA)
'17 Again' wins the weekend box office Apr 20, 2009
The same, however, can't be said for the Jason Statham action flick "Crank High Voltage," which sputtered into a distant sixth place with a decidedly low-voltage $6. 5 million. (CNN)
Crank: High Voltage Apr 20, 2009
Starring: Jason Statham and Amy Smart ... The movie stars the brusquely comic, bullet-headed English actor Jason Statham as Chev Chelios, who, as an antidote to a dose of poison, keeps his heart racing by binging on sex, cocaine, and danger until he can catch his enemy. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Box Office Report: Zac to the Future! Apr 20, 2009
The other new wide release, which will end up sixth overall, was Crank: High Voltage, with B-movie Brit Brillo pad Jason Statham reprising his role from the 2006 Crank as a hit man who'll die if he slows down. Sort of like Speed, only instead of a grimy bus, it's a Limey cuss. (Time.com)
Efron comedy beats meaty thriller Apr 20, 2009
The new Hannah Montana movie fell from top spot to number four, while Crank: High Voltage starring UK actor Jason Statham made its debut at six. The US box office is on course for a record 2009, analysts estimate. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
How I learned to love (and hate) "American Idol" Apr 19, 2009
Jason Statham returns as an ass-kicking hit man, but can this adrenalized action film replicate the cheap, sordid thrills of the 2006 original. By Stephanie Zacharek. (Salon)
"Crank: High Voltage" Apr 18, 2009
Jason Statham returns as an ass-kicking hit man, but can this adrenalized action film replicate the cheap, sordid thrills of the 2006 original ... Jason Statham in "Crank: High Voltage." ... And Jason Statham, as Chev Chelios, a hit man who gets hit himself (with a shot of special Chinese poison that will cause him to die if his heart rate drops below ass-kicking levels), gave a performance completely in keeping with the film's antisocial but jocular spirit: He's such a likable lug, and he... (Salon)
The Crank Compendium Apr 18, 2009
We sit down with Jason Statham and Amy Smart. It's danger, danger. (IGN FilmForce)
Crank High Voltage Review Apr 18, 2009
We sit down with Jason Statham and Amy Smart. We give Jason Statham's cult action movie the videogame treatment. (IGN FilmForce)
Crank sequel is gloriously over the top Apr 18, 2009
Jason Statham is to Crank what the bus is to Speed ... Jason Statham returns as hit man Chev Chelios, a.k.a. the lad who would not die; Statham is to Crank what the bus is to Speed ... Starring: Jason Statham, Amy Smart, Clifton Collins Jr.Director: Mark Neveldine, Brian TaylorRun time: 1 hour, 36 minutesMPAA rating: R. (MSNBC -- News)
The Last Action Hero Apr 17, 2009
How Jason Statham became the world's biggest B-movie star ... Jason Statham and Amy Smart in Crank: High Voltage Jason Statham's greatness announced itself early in his acting career88 seconds into his motion picture debut, to be precise, in the of Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) ... Jason Statham is merely the biggest B-movie star in the world. (Slate)
In Theaters, April 16-23 Apr 17, 2009
Crank: High Voltage - Chev Chelios (Jason Statham) tracks down a mobster who has literally stolen his heart, replacing it with a battery-operated artificial one, which requires repeated electric shocks to keep ticking. COMMENTS. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
* OTHER RELEASES Apr 17, 2009
Jason Statham returns as put-upon hitman Chev Chelios in this frenetic, wickedly amusing and violent sequel. In the first film he had to keep his adrenaline high to stay alive after being poisoned; in Part 2 he sets off in search of his indestructible heart stolen by a triad boss. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Devilishly Good Apr 17, 2009
How Jason Statham became the world's biggest B-movie star. Jody Rosen | April 16, 2009. (Slate)
Video: How You Can Appreciate Le Mans Racing Though Truth In 24 Apr 9, 2009
As the narrator of Truth in 24, action star Jason Statham, dramatically puts it: "For nearly a century it has been motorsports' ultimate challenge, pushing man and machine to their absolute limits.". Even non-racing fans owe a debt to the 24 Hours of Le Mans. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
LIONSGATE, TURNER PACT FOR PERRY TITLES: Cable network gets first TV rights to 'Madea Goes to Jail' and 'Family That Preys.' Apr 7, 2009
Also included in the deal are a trio of action titles starring Jason Statham: "The Bank Job," "Transporter 3" and the upcoming "Crank: High Voltage." (Turner will premiere "The Bank Job" in 2010. . (Multichannel News)
Spring forward Apr 3, 2009
Starring: Jason Statham, Amy Smart, Clifton Collins Jr., Efren Ramirez, Bai Ling. About: Hitman Chev Chelios (Statham) returns in this sequel as the killer with a mechanical heart, which needs to be jump started every once in awhile. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Old-school action heroes return to screen Mar 28, 2009
"12 Rounds," opening today, is one of several throwback action movies set for release in the next month, including a new "Fast and Furious" movie starring Vin Diesel, and a second "Crank" movie from Jason Statham. Asking for another set of action heroes on par with Stallone, Schwarzenegger, Swayze, Norris and Willis is like waiting around for another set of Founding Fathers to show up and fix the economy. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Demand for Truth in 24 Triggers Exclusive (and Free) iTunes Release Mar 26, 2009
It is narrated by action film star Jason Statham and was co-developed by Intersport, the Chicago-based producer of award-winning sports programming. The result of their teamwork is a film that has won wide acclaim -- earning praise as one of the best, if not the best, motorsports documentaries of all time. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Travolta, Crowe will make your pulse race Mar 25, 2009
Starring: Jason Statham, Amy Smart, Dwight Yoakam, Efren Ramirez, Clifton Collins Jr., Bai LingDirector: Mark Neveldine, Brian Taylor Story: The action picks up just where the first film ended when Chev (Statham) is kidnapped by a Chinese gang of medics who replace his heart with an electronic temporary one. Once Chev breaks free he must find the gang who has stolen his heart, while shocking himself with regular jolts of electricity to stay alive. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Tango Cashes Out Mar 24, 2009
SECTIONS MOVIES CHANNELS ; GET GAMES. Stallone says Russell turned down Expendables role. (IGN FilmForce)
Stallone's 50 Cent choice Mar 21, 2009
In the film, Jackson will act alongside Mickey Rourke, Jason Statham, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dolph Lundgren, with the story revolving around the journey of a group of mercenaries called 'The Expendables', who travel to South America in an effort to topple a corrupt dictator who has ruled for 20 devastating years, but their mission is not without problems. Despite his career as a rapper, 50 Cent's portfolio does include some previous film credits, most notably his role as Spider alongside... (iAfrica.com)
50 Cent To Star In Sylvester Stallone Action Film Mar 20, 2009
In the same message, Stallone said that "nobody wanted Eric Roberts [to replace] Ben Kingsley" in the film, but that he believes "it's vastly improved casting. He also reminded "Rocky" fans that no one believed in Talia Shire, Carl Weathers, Dolph Lundgren, Richard Crenna or Mr. T. at first either. At press time, reps for 50 Cent had not responded to MTV News' requests for comment. "The Expendables" stars Mickey Rourke, Jason Statham, Jet Li and Stallone himself as Barney "The Schizo" Ross.... (VHI.com -- Music News)
On ESPN Primetime Friday: A Racing Film for the Ages, Truth in 24 Mar 19, 2009
"Never before had the Emmy-winning filmmakers at NFL Films attempted to produce a racing film. But in weaving signature NFL Films storytelling, 7-channel surround sound, vivid cinematography and a gripping narration by Hollywood action star Jason Statham, the directors produced what's already being called one of the greatest racing films, maybe one of the greatest sports documentaries, of all time.Take it from motorsports experts and journalists who've previewed Truth in 24:"Truth in 24 is sure... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lionsgate's TRANSPORTER 3 Achieves Explosive Home Entertainment Debut, Selling Almost Two Million DVD Units in the United States and Canada During Its First Week Mar 19, 2009
His movies reach a core demo that we know will result in success on all home entertainment formats," said Ron Schwartz, Lionsgate General Manager and Executive Vice President. "We look at movies and franchises that have the potential to perform in all iterations and our success in being the industry leader in box-office-to-DVD conversion rate comes from our pattern of releasing top action movies like TRANSPORTER 3 (Canada Newswire)
Megan's 'Twilight' lover? Mar 13, 2009
A source said at the time: "Robert Pattinson tried to chat but she wasn't interested. Gerard Butler and Jason Statham also headed her way. "But Megan spotted Andy and made a beeline for him. She introduced herself and told Andy how much she loved 'The Lord of the Rings' films and had read all the books and 'The Hobbit' when she was 10. (iAfrica.com)
Mickey's sly teatime chat Mar 1, 2009
The Oscar nominee is set to join the formidable - and slightly unusual - cast consisting of Ben Kingsley, Sandra Bullock, Jet Li, Jason Statham, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Forest Whitaker. The film, expected to be completed in 2010, focuses on a team of mercenaries heading to South America on a mission to overthrow a dictator. (iAfrica.com)
NY's tax credit program revamped Feb 28, 2009
The Spirit' new trailer; eva mendes; Frank Miller; Scarlett Johansson; variety; video; Jason Statham returns as action-magnet Frank Martin in the third 'Transporter' installment from Lionsgate. Transporter 3' trailer; Jason Statham; trailers; variety; video; Angelina Jolie stars in director Clint Eastwood's abduction drama, "Changeling."; Zac Efron and Corbin Bleu give us a behind-the-scene look at the 'Boys' dance sequence in "High School Musical 3: Senior Year."; A heart-wrenching documentary... (Multichannel News)
Expendable Arnie Feb 19, 2009
The Expendables features a veritable who's who of action legends in the cast, including Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Randy Couture, Mickey Rourke and Jason Statham, making it a shoe-in for 2010's most testosterone-fuelled film. Reviews. (IGN FilmForce)
'Taken' turns Liam Neeson into an action hero superdad Feb 13, 2009
Taken"? You bet. Eurobaddies abduct Liam Neeson's teen daughter, and Neeson, playing a one-man gang called Bryan Mills, moves heaven and earth - OK, he just destroys a lot of property - to get her back. But that title is more about abducted movie plots. The prurient underworld shock of "Hardcore"? Taken. The Parisian pot-boiling of "Frantic"? Taken. The comical seriousness of "The Bodyguard"? Taken. The overall Van Dammage? Taken.Perhaps Neeson is eager to add his name to the list of men who... (Boston Globe)
London brawling Feb 8, 2009
Beefcake Transporter's Jason Statham ... "I did not understand a word," she says after a 25-minute chat between international reporters and actors and former Londoners Jason Statham and Ray Winstone ... Director Olivier Megaton Stars Jason Statham, Natalya Rudakova, Francois Berleand Rating M. Now screening. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The Super Bowl Special Feb 8, 2009
Action star Jason Statham appears in a spot for the Audi A6. He careens through different decades, driving iconic sports cars from the '70s (Mercedes), '80s (BMW), and '90s (Lexus) before at last hopping into the putatively superior, supercharged Audi sedan. (Slate)
'Transporter 3' hampers Feb 7, 2009
Retirement for Frank Martin (Jason Statham). Inconceivable for those who saw the driver get the job done in style during the first two 'Transporter' films. (iAfrica.com)
Adventure: The Transporter, Punisher return Feb 7, 2009
Jason Statham reprises his role as the professional driver with a lethal kick in this third entry into the "Transporter" series. Starring: Jason Statham, Jeroen Krabb, Francois Berleand, Natalya Rudakova, Robert KnepperDirector: Olivier Megaton Story: Frank Martin (Statham), the ex-Special Forces agent who specializes in dangerous deliveries, is back with a new adventure. (MSNBC -- Movies)
