Mini movie reviews Jul 2, 2009
FAST US ( **1/2, PG-13): Paul Walker and Vin Diesel team for the fourth film in the series. Masters. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Twilight Wins Big at MTV Awards Jun 1, 2009
Best Male Performance Christian Bale (The Dark Knight), Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man), Shia LaBeouf (Eagle Eye), Vin Diesel (Fast & Furious), Zac Efron (High School Musical 3: Senior Year). Winner Zac Efron. (Suite101.com)
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)
There's a lot to like if you're a middle-class leftie May 22, 2009
They hate their parents, Vin Diesel movies and four-wheel drives, but love David Sedaris, multilingual children, political prisoners, vintage clothes, free-trade organic coffee and Apple laptops. Chances are, if you're under 40 and reading the Herald, you know this person. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sidney Lumet honored at Oscars May 21, 2009
The movie stars Vin Diesel as mobster Giacomo Fat Jack DiNorscio, who successfully defended himself in a two-year-long trial in the mid-eighties. During his introduction to the Academys post-9/11 tribute to New York movies in 2002, Woody Allen said with typical humility: God, you can do much better than me. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Paul Walker gets back behind the wheel May 21, 2009
The Southern California native who spends his spare time surfing, taking photographs and spending time with his 10-year-old daughter, talked candidly about fast cars, his chemistry with co-star Vin Diesel and all of the considerations that went into his decision to revive special agent Brian OConnor. Timing, Walker said with a slight grin. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Travolta, Crowe will make your pulse race May 21, 2009
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker once again get revved up ... Vin Diesel, Paul Walker and Michelle Rodriguez return for this reboot to the action series ... Starring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, John Ortiz, Laz Alonso Director: Justin Lin Story: The tagline says it all: New Model. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Upfronts 2009: Telemundo Hopes to Ride Ratings, Hispanic Growth May 19, 2009
Star Vin Diesel, a presenter at the Telemundo-aired Billboard Latin Music Awards, for providing 50% of the opening weekend box office, reported at $102 million worldwide. "Actually, it was 46%," Browne said. (Multichannel News)
The stars may leave, but sequels keep coming May 19, 2009
Just a few months ago, the Fast and the Furious franchise rebounded mightily when original players Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster and Michelle Rodriguez rejoined the pit crew. Slideshow. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Top 10: E3 Memories May 15, 2009
But it was all worth it for the epic tale of how Spence almost interviewed Vin Diesel. There was something about a long line and how Spence tripped over Diesel's bags. (IGN PS2)
Wheelman Movie Set May 9, 2009
UK, May 8, 2009 - Paramount Pictures has begun pre-production on the movie version of the Vin Diesel-produced game , according to Variety ... "I'm a wheelman!" Vin Diesel and his virtual equivalent. (IGN FilmForce)
`Twilight,' `Slumdog' lead MTV award nominees May 7, 2009
Nominees for best male performance are Christian Bale ("The Dark Knight"), Robert Downey Jr. ("Iron Man"), Shia LaBeouf ("Eagle Eye"), Vin Diesel ("Fast us") and "High School Musical" heartthrob Zac Efron. Efron's co-star (and girlfriend) Vanessa Hudgens will challenge Miley Cyrus for the breakthrough performance female award. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
David Denby: “X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” and more. May 6, 2009
V iolence (not sex) is the bedrock of international mass culture violent aggression as joyfully dispensed by the male body, whether sheathed (Spider-Man), tuxedoed (Bond), cool in black (Bourne), shirtless (Sylvester Stallone), hairless (Vin Diesel), or naked (Arnold Schwarzenegger and now Hugh Jackman). Two new summer-season fictions and a brilliant new documentary fuel our endless desire to see prowess so devastating that it transforms mere force into iconography and fighting into epic... (New Yorker)
In newest games based on popular movies...Crime doesn't pay for players Apr 30, 2009
However, it does offer some pleasures to fans of action movies, including slow-motion stunts and a performance by Vin Diesel. Diesel's character, Milo, makes a quick impression on Barcelona's underworld with his physics-defying driving skills. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Crowe thriller tops UK box office Apr 29, 2009
Vin Diesel caper Fast and Furious, Zac Efron comedy 17 Again and I Love You, Man all slid in the box office ratings. State of Play is a big screen remake of a BBC political thriller, which earned its star Bill Nighy a best actor Bafta. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
US Obsessed by Beyonce Apr 28, 2009
In ninth spot came car chase movie , starring Vin Diesel, and rounding out the North America top ten was action sequel Crank: High Voltage, which took in $US2. 6 million ($A3. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
How about a drag strip for Columbus? Apr 28, 2009
LOL YOU ARE NOT VIN DIESEL OR MATT WALKER.. GROW UP, APPARENTLY PEOPLE CANT TELL FROM "MAKE-BELIEVE" AND REALITY. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
'17' is No. 1; 'Hannah' falls to No. 4 Apr 20, 2009
The film is the fourth in the series about illegal street racing and stars Vin Diesel and Paul Walker. The action sequel "Crank: High Voltage" opened in sixth place with $6. (Boston Globe)
Open Road: Rate 'Fast & Furious' cars Apr 18, 2009
Vin Diesel's Dodge Charger rules ... Vin Diesel's Dodge Charger rules ... Muscle-car action movie "" isblowing away Hollywood honchos' expectations as convincingly as star Vin Diesel's fabled 1970 Dodge Charger, above, in a street race. (USA Today -- Money)
Linda Hogan Freaks Out Over Hulk's Murderous Remarks Apr 17, 2009
Rod Stewart and Vin Diesel partying (separately) at Hollywood hotspot GUYS on Friday night. Kim Kardashian and beau Bush hosting the grand opening of Miami s Opium at The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Saturday ahead of flying to Reggie s home in New Orleans. (Fox News)
* FILM REVIEW: Fast & Furious cant get out of first gear Apr 17, 2009
If youre an action director, and someone hands you Vin Diesel, thats gold ... if you want to see a Vin Diesel movie, this is the one thats out there. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Diesel film drives UK box office Apr 15, 2009
Vin Diesel film Fast & Furious has gone straight to the top of the UK and Ireland box office with takings over the weekend of 4. 9m. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
General Tire is Official Tire of 'Fast & Furious' Feature Film Apr 15, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 14 /PRNewswire/ -- General Tire has partnered with Universal Pictures to become the official tire for the ultimate chapter of the franchise built on speed - "Fast & Furious." In this latest installment that broke records at last weekend's box office, Vin Diesel and Paul Walker head back to the streets where it all began. They rejoin Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster to blast muscle, tuner and exotic cars across Los Angeles and floor through the Mexican desert in the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Hannah Montana' makes beautiful music at the box office Apr 13, 2009
The film, which reunites original stars Vin Diesel and Paul Walker, has earned $118 million in 10 days. The animated comedy Monsters vs. Aliens continues to chug along, taking in $22. (USA Today -- Life)
Fast & Furious Apr 12, 2009
Movie Details: Title: Fast us Rating: PG-13 Genre: Action/Adventure, Suspense/Thriller Cast: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, John Ortiz Director: Justin Lin Release Date: April 3, 2009, Nationwide Running Time: 106 minutes Distributor: Universal Pictures Producer(s): Neal H. Moritz, Vin Diesel, Michael Fottrell. Movie Photos. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Walker, Diesel will return for Furious sequel Apr 12, 2009
Paul Walker and Vin Diesel will return for a fifth Fast & Furious film,Walker told a radio station on Friday ... LOS ANGELES - Paul Walker and Vin Diesel will return for a fifth Fast & Furious film, Walker told 104. (MSNBC -- News)
This week at the movies Apr 11, 2009
Ex-con Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel) returns to Las Angeles and reignites his feud with agent Brian O Connor (Paul Walker). Dom and Brian must develop a trust when a common enemy emurges. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
'Fast & Furious:' It is what it is Apr 11, 2009
Vin Diesel stars in "Fast & Furious," the latest in "The Fast and the Furious" series ... Cast: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, John Ortiz, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster ... True, it is also the reason Paul Walker and Vin Diesel are very rich actors. (Juneau Empire)
Hollywood studies Latin 101 Apr 11, 2009
Vin Diesel attends the 'Fast us' press conference in Mexico City ... Stars Vin Diesel and Michelle Rodriguez traveled to Miami and Mexico to do promotion ... "Their advertising was so confident and showcased the movie, saying to people, 'you are going to love this movie. Oh, and by the way, we have Vin Diesel and the other cast.". (Variety)
Critics mixed on 'Report' Apr 11, 2009
free; Bill Murray; 'City of Ember' trailer; movie trailers; Tim Robbins; variety; embed; Saw V Teaser Trailer; Vin Diesel returns to the action-genre in Fox's futuristic thriller, 'Babylon A.D.'; August 2008; Fox; Vin Diesel; 'Babylon A.D.' trailer; video; variety; Woody Allen is back behind the camera with Penelope Cruz, Javier Bardhem and Scarlett Johansson topping this Spanish romance. Scarlett Johansson; Javier Bardhem; 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' trailer; Penelope Cruz; Woody Allen; spain;... (Variety)
Win 'Fast & Furious' stuff Apr 11, 2009
In 2001, we met champion underground street racer Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and his archnemesis, LAPD police officer Brian OConner (Paul Walker) ... What is the name of the character played by Vin Diesel. (iAfrica.com)
Sequel offers little action, logic Apr 10, 2009
Fast us reunites us with Dom (Vin Diesel) and Letty (Michelle Rodriguez), who are constantly on the run from the cops ... It doesn't help that Vin Diesel is completely unable to show any kind of emotion. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Get into gear: Fast andFurious has bad acting but exciting action Apr 10, 2009
"Fast and Furious"Directed by: Justin LinStarring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordanna BrewsterC. "Fast and Furious": An ode to Vin Diesel ... Vin Diesel ("Pitch Black," "xXx") is the manliest overgrown baby in the history of cinema. (Daily Orange, NY)
'Fast & Furious' brings same magic back to big screen Apr 10, 2009
The low-budget action movie, about an underground street racer (Vin Diesel) and the undercover cop (Paul Walker) who infiltrates his gang, wasn t supposed to be much of a blip on the summer 2001 radar ... Vin Diesel turned down doing the sequel in favor of trying to launch his own new action series, and XXX came and went without much attention, followed by a series of forgettable bombs ( Chronicles of Riddick, The Pacifier, and Babylon, A.D. ) ... So I m hoping that maybe this time, Vin Diesel... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Out of gas: Fourth 'Fast & Furious' only offers action, no content Apr 10, 2009
Dom Toretto (VIN DIESEL) races his 1970 Chevy Chevelle in the ultimate chapter of the franchise built on speed ... Well, when series protagonist Toretto (Vin Diesel) finds out that his girlfriend Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) is murdered, he looks so mad, scowling and growling and beating up smaller men. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Top 10 Seth Rogen Moments Apr 10, 2009
Featuring Rogen and (who'd previously done the ambiguously gay thing with Rogen's occasional costar on SNL) vaguely filling the and Vin Diesel roles, the clip promises "way more testosterone" than ever seen in a Fmovie. The sight of Rogen and Samberg practically smooching while they shout racecar insults at one another is one thing, but the emoting done by Rogen during the "You can stay here"/"Do you want me to?" bit is priceless. (IGN FilmForce)
Hot Movies May Be Best Ads For New Cars Apr 10, 2009
Universal Studios ImageMichelle Rodriguez and Vin Diesel in "Fast & Furious" ... That's because Vin Diesel, Megan Fox, Christian Bale and Sienna Miller will have the support of some wheeled costars. (KERO 23, CA)
Nothing new or creative in 'Fast & Furious' Apr 9, 2009
Vin Diesel's giant head ... FAST US'CAST: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster, Michelle RodriguezDIRECTOR: Justin LinRATED: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, some sexual content, language and drug references. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Infotainment Apr 8, 2009
Starring Vin Diesel, the car-centred action flick netted a whopping $71 million, placing it at number 28 on the. US studio Warner Bros on Monday put its Bollywood counterparts on notice that they would sue for breach of copyright if the hit film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button was remade here. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
In Theaters, April 2-9 Apr 8, 2009
Fast & Furious In the underground racing world, two rivals (Vin Diesel and Paul Walker) join forces to seek revenge against a common enemy. COMMENTS. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Review: Vin Diesel in Wheelman sequel Apr 8, 2009
Vin Diesel stars in Wheelman, Riddick sequel. Article:Vin Diesel stars in Wheelman, Riddick sequel:/c/a/2009/04/06/DD4C16TJ8K.DTL Article:Vin Diesel stars in Wheelman, Riddick sequel:/c/a/2009/04/06/DD4C16TJ8K.DTL ... Vin Diesel stars in Wheelman, Riddick sequel. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
'Fast & Furious' paces weekend box office Apr 7, 2009
The fourth installment of the "Fast and the Furious" street-racing franchise brings back the four stars of the 2001 original - Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster. The new movie has Diesel's fugitive driver and Walker's undercover cop reteaming for more illegal races as they take on a murderous drug lord. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Furious speeds to US number one Apr 7, 2009
Vin Diesel reprises his role as ex-con Dom Toretto in the film. Vin Diesel film Fast & Furious has raced to the top of the North American box office chart, early figures show ... The franchise had been on the wane but a last minute cameo from Vin Diesel in the third film, Tokyo Drift, set the tone for full reunion of the original cast. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Fast & Furious' Races To #1 With Record-Breaking Box Office Apr 7, 2009
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker's sequel is the biggest April debut ever ... Vin Diesel in "Fast and Furious" (Universal Studios) ... With Vin Diesel and Paul Walker behind the wheel, "Fast & Furious" raced to the top of the box office this weekend with a record-breaking debut of $72. (VHI.com -- Music News)
'Furious' Opening Apr 6, 2009
The fourth installment of the "Fast and the Furious" street-racing franchise brings back the four stars of the 2001 original Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster ... "For the audience, the first main reason to see the movie was the action, then the car racing, then Vin Diesel.". (Fox News)
Fast & Furious iPhone Review Apr 6, 2009
The main thrust of the movie is revenge and the rebuilding of trust between Vin Diesel and Paul Walker, who are still very much at odds with each other despite the ending of the first movie. The game begins with the very first scene of the film. (IGN Wireless Games)
Audiences race to Fast & Furious Apr 6, 2009
The new champ reunites Vin Diesel and Paul Walker, the stars of the 2001 original, which brought in $40 ... "For the audience, the first main reason to see the movie was the action, then the car racing, then Vin Diesel.". (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
A 'Brutal' attack by Black in heavy metal game Apr 6, 2009
Vin Diesel, who has his own game production company, stars in two new titles, Wheelman (Ubisoft, out now, rated Teen for ages 13-up; PC, PS3 and Xbox 360) and The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Athena (Atari, out Tuesday, rated Mature for ages 17-up; PC, PS3 and Xbox 360). And most of the cast of Ghostbusters is taking part in a new game (Atari, rated Teen for ages 13-up, out June 15, for the Xbox 360, PS3, PS2, Wii, DS and PCs) with an original story by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis. (USA Today -- Tech)
THE FRANCHISE: Get a fast and furious summary of its four gears Apr 6, 2009
As Vin Diesel & Co. keep their motors running, USA TODAY looks at the franchise ... The boys: Undercover cop Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) infiltrates the Los Angeles street-racing scene dominated by garage owner Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) to stop a fleet of juiced-up Honda Civics from hijacking trucks. (USA Today -- Life)
Fast & Furious Has Fast And Furious Opening Weekend Apr 6, 2009
The fourth installment of "The Fast and the Furious" street-racing franchise brings back the four stars of the 2001 original, Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster. The reunion has paid off for distributor Universal, which also has pulled in $30. (KWTX.com, TX)
Weekend Box Office: Fast & Furious by a Mile Apr 6, 2009
Weekend Box Office: Fast us by a Mile - TIME (Time.com)
"Fast & Furious" makes Hollywood's best opening Apr 6, 2009
The fourth installment of the "Fast & Furious" franchise features the four stars of the 2001 original, Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster and Michelle Rodriguez, in a reunion that gave the film huge appeal and ratcheted up the "must-see" factor for its fan base ... Actor Vin Diesel arrives for the British premiere of "Fast & Furious" in Leicester Square in London March 19, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Movie review: 'Fast & Furious' silly and tedious Apr 4, 2009
Starring Vin Diesel and Paul Walker ... If you're an action director, and someone hands you Vin Diesel, that's gold ... if you want to see a Vin Diesel movie, this is the one that's out there. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fast and Furious 4 Apr 4, 2009
The alluring speed devil, Dominic Torreto (Vin Diesel), who became a cult figure in the first Fast and Furious, turned his back to the two sequels that followed (2Fast 2Furious and Tokyo Drift) due to fee problems ... But beyond the horsepower, there is the enigmatic characterisation of Vin Diesel as the good-bad Dom, who keeps you guessing about his ethics till the very end. (India Times, India)
Fourth time definitely no charm for 'Fast & Furious' Apr 4, 2009
Vin Diesel, meanwhile, who managed to stay out of "F and F" parts two and three, returns with a weary, resigned, let's-get-through-this demeanor ... Stars Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez. (Fresno Bee)
Review: Nothing new about fourth Fast & Furious’ Apr 4, 2009
Vin Diesel s giant head. Hot chicks in tight miniskirts. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
The end of "ER" Apr 4, 2009
It's got hot rods, hot women and Vin Diesel. But can this fourth installment in the action franchise capture the cheap thrills of the original. (Salon)
Driving with Diesel in 'Wheelman' Apr 3, 2009
It sounds like a winning combination for a successful video game: over-the-top driving action in an open-ended city, Hollywood-style special effects and film star Vin Diesel as the lead character ... Even Vin Diesel's cheesy lines are read without any feeling, as if the actor was handed the script minutes before the microphone was turned on. (USA Today -- Tech)
'Fast & Furious' is amped up but goes nowhere Apr 3, 2009
It is not wisdom we seek here: We want dust in our faces, vroom in our ears, and better enunciation from Vin Diesel ... Starring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster, and Michelle Rodriguez. (Boston Globe)
'Fast & Furious' puts franchise in neutral Apr 3, 2009
Daredevil Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) and fugitive ex-con Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel) prepare for the fuel heist ... Fast & Furious* 1/2 (out of four)Stars: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster, Michelle RodriguezDirector: Justin LinDistributor: Universal PicturesRating: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, some sexual content, language and drug referencesRunning time: 1 hour, 48 minutesOpens Friday nationwide ... Even Vin Diesel's character seems incredulous: "How long have we... (USA Today -- Life)
"Fast & Furious" Apr 3, 2009
Vin Diesel in "Fast us." ... It's got hot rods, hot women and Vin Diesel ... "The Fast and the Furious" was sheer B-movie pleasure, featuring one effortlessly appealing actor (Vin Diesel), one dull but more or less good-looking one (Paul Walker) and lots of car-on-car action, shot cleanly and in a way that was both thrilling and served the plot. (Salon)
The red carpet is 'Furious' tonight Apr 3, 2009
Seacrest: Look, it's Vin Diesel, who's arm-in-arm with costar Michelle Rodriguez ... Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez and Paul Walker promote "Fast us" -- without a Donald Munro-doing-Ryan Seacrest impersonator. (Fresno Bee)
Spring forward Apr 3, 2009
Starring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriquez. About: A continuation of the famous series, the original characters come back to Los Angeles. (Erie Times-News, PA)
The idiocy comes Fast & Furious Apr 2, 2009
Vin Diesel, Paul Walker and Michelle Rodriguez return for this reboot to the action series ... Subsequently, we get stuck spending most of the new films running time watching Vin Diesel and Paul Walker squint and say words in a weak approximation of acting, wasting precious time that could be spent enjoying street racers zipping through crowded thoroughfares and jumping over obstacles ... Starring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana BrewsterDirector: Justin LinRun time: 1... (MSNBC -- Movies)
Start your engines, again Apr 2, 2009
Fast us also reunites the four main characters of the first film, which are played by Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, Jordana Brewster and Michelle Rodriguez ... Paul Walker (left) and Vin Diesel reprise their roles in Fast us. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
