10. D-Tox
An absolute black point of Sylvester Stallone’s career, the film D-Tox had a so high failure around the world, that proved that if Sly does not portray a brave boxer or fighter and jungle warfare expert, the public is not interested in what Stallone has been demonstrated in other films. With an initial budget of 55 million, D-Tox film managed to collect only 1.8 million.
09. Soldier
Soldier, presents Kurt Russell as a new weapon of war belonging to a future major corporations, manipulated and raised from birth to become a ruthless fighter, and wanted to be the structure of the kind of videogame but without a brand with which to identify, the public remained uninterested in the project director. Initial Budget: 75 million; Total Collections: 15 million; Lost Amount: 60 million dollars.
08. Stealth
Believe it or not, a film about a Stealth bomber that develop its own AI was considered too lowbrow by some audiences. Rob Cohen has brought with him the experience bag, and was expected to do what he did with Fast And Furious, and with this film, but instead of the cars, the movie have fast jets in the center of attention. Initial Budget: 138 million; Total Collections: 76.9 million; Lost Amount: $ 61 million.
07. Red Planet
With a second film was the story set on Mars that was launched in 2000, the public was obviously tired of adventures on the red planet and because the film before it launched, Mission To Mars, of Brian De Palma, Red Planet starring Val Kilmer has proven to be a real black hole at the box office. Initial Budget: 100 million; Total Collections: 33.4 million; Lost Amount: $ 66.5 million.
06. The 13th Warrior
Director John McTiernan has two of the greatest movies ever made in his record: Die Hard and Predator, and so in our eyes at least, the director can not do anything wrong. In the public eye, it looks like he can do something bad, so limp box office with fantasy action film The 13th Warrior, who had starring Antonio Banderas. Initial Budget: 160 million; Total Collections: 61.6 million; Lost Amount: $ 98.3 million.
05. Speed Racer
Wachowski brothers were responsible for Matrix trilogy, one of the most successful franchises in movie history. This was not sufficient to ensure success of the brothers next project, an adaptation of a Japanese cartoon, but has not approach to near of the initial success, the film Speed Racer. Initial Budget: 200 million; Total Collections: 93 million; Lost Amount: $ 105 million.
04. The Adventures Of Pluto Nash
The film talks about the still whispered in Hollywood, and still is ridiculed, making the mere mention of Adventures of Pluto Nash cause headaches to major manufacturers, is synonymous with a big box-office failure. Initial Budget: 120 million; Total Collections: 7 million; Lost Amount: $ 112.8 million.
03. Mars Needs Moms
Launched recently, animated adventure into space, Mars Needs Moms is already ranked as the biggest financial failure ever conducted of Disney, why it seems that director Robert Zemeckis has all sorts of new problems in terms of its future projects. Initial Budget: 150 million; Total Collections: 33.8 million; Lost Amount: $ 116.1 million.
02. The Alamo
“You’ll never forget” says the slogan of film The Alamo, a big-budget retelling of the last revolution, Texas, who had problems because every adult and child in America already knew the story, and historians have pointed out dozens of obvious anachronisms, finally, apparently out of criticism, and some historians, cinemtograf nobody went to see the movie. Initial Budget: 145 million; Total Collections: 25.8 million; Lost Amount: $ 119.2 million.
01. Sahara
The great loser of the top of our list is Matthew McConaughey’s adventure, a mixture of drama with some comedy, a film that probably makes the famous actor screaming when pronounced the magic word, Sahara. Looking at all, the film is not bad, but to have an initial budget of $ 241 million, and you basically just part of some more sophisticated shooting in the desert means poor budget management. Initial Budget: 241 million; Total Collections: 119 million; Lost Amount: $ 121.7 million.
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As communication from management, Hoffenheim goalkeeper Tom Starke transfer to Bayern Munich, where he signed a three-year contract. Bayern wanted an experienced goalkeeper but still … good and decided to come to terms with the thought of being provided by Neuer, Jörg But ending his career. Hoffenheim the recently legitimized Tim Wiese helps to speed the departure of Starke.
Preetz remains
Despite organizational failures and sports lately, manager of Hertha Berlin remain in office, Werner Gegenbauer club president reaffirming that intent. This despite the fact that many critics make him guilty of of the mess from Michael Preetz team, the change of many coaches and relegation.
Reus, central striker?
Joachim Löw plans to experiment. So he wants to try Marco Reus peak position of attack, he, with 18 goals in the recently concluded season, showing qualities of scorer. Löw explains: “It is a technical player, clever, fast, shoots with both feet and thinner body conformation is compensated by the swiftness and flexibility. He has not played yet this position but is worth to try.” Löw has already used in other positions than national players in their teams and not without success.
]]>The double Oscar winner statue was himself diagnosed with stage IV throat cancer in August 2010 and submitted for five months of aggressive treatment consisting of chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions in January 2011 was informed that the disease come oncologists in remission and malignant tumor disappeared.
Knowing in detail the clinical manifestations of cancer and their harmful effects on the body both cancer cells and that poisons involved in treatment, Michael Douglas has decided to pull the alarm and spur more people to go the hospital to perform routine medical check and discover early stage disease.
The star of films “Fatal Attraction“, “Traffic”, “The Game” or “Wall Street” has agreed to appear in a public campaign for the prevention of oral cancer and to share the painful experience in public because of attention not given to symptoms.
The advertisement will be broadcast in the U.S. in June, and Brian Hill, president of nonprofit Oral Cancer Foundation, wanted to thank Hollywood for that star was involved in this charity. “Foundation owes him because Michael Douglas has partnered with us in the fight against oral cancer. Michael is a well known and very visible actor and a dedicated professional. When these qualities are coupled with his personal experience with cancer, it becomes a respected voice that supports this battle.”
]]>Unfortunately, Mark Ruffalo and Scarlett Johansson will not make a couple in the project written and directed by Irishman John Carney (“Once”) because the actress of 27 years, who had signed the contract in June 2011, meanwhile abandoned the ship. In an interview that he granted last month, Mark Ruffalo suggested that Scarlett is no longer part of plans of producers Anthony Bregman, Nigel Sinclair, Guy East and Judd Apatow at the company Exclusive Media, and now is confirmed that Ex-wife of Canadian Ryan Reynolds was replaced by Keira Knightley.
Those of us who have watched the romantic drama “The Edge of Love” in 2008 about love square format of the poet Dylan Thomas’s wife Caitlin, the singer Vera Phillips and her husband William Killick, know that Keira Knightley is the English voice quality, so the change in distribution and reported by journalists from Screen Daily is not necessarily ominous.
Keira will get inside of Gretta, a provincial girl who dreams of becoming a star in the music industry and moved to New York with her lover with forming a duet. Left with the broken heart after the couple partner leaves to pursue a solo career, Gretta earn her modest living by singing in a bar where an unlucky record producer, whose career went into decline. Common passion for music brings together two strangers approaching from emotionally and become friends, fruitful professional collaboration with pozivite effects on both. Gretta is so expressive when she interprets the music that they listen to people’s hearts vibrating with excitement, great voice and talent being authentic and polished by the man who has good intentions and much more experience.
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After last night’s game scandal, Wolfgang Niersbach, the federation president and Reinhard Rauball, league president, gave a joint statement today that says among other things: “I got to that point on which must searched new ways, effective for the next season…”. The fact is that the disorder in some stadiums, some non-sporting events reached an unusual, from the simple sanctions no longer have the effect of imposing the most drastic measures.
Pizarro has been decided
Things have cleared up. After six years, Claudio Pizarro leaves from Werder Bremen. “Three times I convinced him to remain, the four times we have not succeeded, but at least we have clarity”, said the manager Klaus Allofs. “It was a difficult decision, said the player, but at 33 years I want to try something else. I have some offers that I examine”. Peruvian is the most effective “Foreigner” from Bundesliga history with 160 goals.
Poenca in center
Bayern had little reason for joy upon learning the name of the referee who will lead Saturday’s final with Chelsea, the Portuguese Pedro Poenca not bringing them luck. He officiated the games of Bayern twice: on 03/11/2009 0-2 defeat to Bordeaux, and on 03/15/2011 lost the match with Inter 2-3. Director in finance from Lisbon, aged 41 years, is referee since 1988 and is listed in UEFA from 2003.
]]>The two have just released vampire horror comedy “Dark Shadows” on May 11, and the English admits that her real life partner initially refused to give a role in this last project because he wanted to work with other actresses and expand their horizons.
Helena Bonham Carter was critically more in films than those directed by Tim Burton, was nominated for an Oscar for the benefits of “The King’s Speech” and “The Wings of the Dove”, declaring them the editor of Interview that the role of Julia Hoffman in “Dark Shadows” was cenceput for her: “At the beginning of the film, before castings, Tim told me that we should take a break because I had the opportunity to work with many other directors, and he never get to work with other actresses. I said that I have nothing against it and understand the situation perfectly. I thought that we must act mature in this case.”
The producer Dick Zanuck had one word to say in the composition of the distribution and role of alcohol and eccentric psychiatrist treats David, grandson of Elizabeth Collins Stoddard, went all Helena Bonham Carter, who was a colleague on the set Johnny Depp, Michelle Pfeiffer, Jonny Lee Miller, Eva Green, Jackie Earle Haley, Bella Heathcote, Chloe Grace Moretz and Christopher Lee.
]]>Paul Watson was arrested Sunday in Germany, according to Tuesday. “I am scandalized that was sent to prison and I want to be locked in place, because they are complicit. I always supported Paul Watson, my brother of fight. Paul Watson, Sea Punisher, that work is essential that governments not do”, she said in a statement quoted by French newspaper Le Figaro.
Canadian Paul Watson was arrested Sunday at Frankfurt, under a warrant issued by Costa Rica. He is charged for an incident in 2002 during a campaign against shark fishing on the Sea Shephard NGO coordinated it. Watson is accused of endangering the lives of the crew of Costa Rica during that campaign to protect sharks.
Brigitte Bardot, French actress famous worldwide for her roles and sex-symbol status, he retired from film in 1973, when he was 38 years. Until then she had played in 48 films and recorded 80 songs. After he ended his career as an actress she was responsible for animal protection activism and became a very powerful voice, often expressing his views on animal rights. Bardot has also expressed views and issues related to immigration, homosexuality, or Islam in France, and the views they brought five or condemnations of the French court for inciting racial hatred. Every sentence was to pay fines.
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Asterix, Obelix and the faithful Dogmatix travel to Greece to assist their friend, Alafolix, suffering from pangs of love. In parallel, Wales heard that the Romans planned to send the legionary Gluteus Maximus to represent Rome at Olympics Games, and send their own champions Asterix and Obelix at the great sporting event. Alafolix is lovesick by Princess Irene.
Old and poor, the great conqueror crosses the south of France, in the company of his faithful valet Camille, waiting to receive an entry permits in his native Venice. Meanwhile, he proves that he was still very susceptible to feminine charm. An extraordinarily good film of Alain Delon.
08. Mr. Klein
In a country under occupation, Robert Klein’s businesses thrive. Victims of racial discrimination, many Hebrew sell the most valuable assets on nothing of Mr. Klein. His life flows undisturbed, until the day he learns that, in Paris, there is also another Robert Klein, a Jew mysterious coincidence of names and attracts the police attention. Film Awarded with 3 Cesar Awards in March 1977 for directing, scenery, and for the best film.
07. Zorro
Don Diego, newly elected governor, arrives in New Aragon to take the job, but finds the town under the evil of a corrupt officer, Colonel Huerta, who does not like the presence of new governor, so organize his assassination. Don Diego was timely and will try to stop him. Has been in great advantage, namely that he is really the legendary Zorro and the alliance with the beautiful Countess Ortensia Pulido will help to get rid of Huerta and his soldiers.
06. Two Men in Town
Released from prison, Gino, an old thief, is overseen by retired inspector Cazeneuve, trying to help him integrate into normal life. But another cop harasses him Gino, forcing him to take reckless decisions. Along with Andre Cayatte, the director Jose Giovanni has contributed through his films to abolish the death penalty in France, in 1981.
Captured by French police, Roger Sartet (Alain Delon), a gangster with multiple links in the underworld, is helped to escape by the Sicilian Mafia led by Vitorio Manalese (Jean Gabin). Reason: Roger needs to help in the theft of jewelry display in Rome. But things get complicated and Roger finds himself caught between plots and unforgiving mob justice.
04. Farewell, Friend
Good friends since serving in Foreign Legion, a mercenary and a doctor see forward on their lives, until destiny brings them together again. The doctor wants to help a friend taking compromising documents from a safe box and mercenary wants to steal valuables found there. They decide to cooperate, only that will occur and many other surprises.
03. Le Samouraï
The story of Jef Costello, a professional killer presented rudimentary, and his silent struggle for survival. Jef Costello is hired to kill the owner of a local jazz. The mission is accomplished, but problems are just beginning. Despite a well-constructed alibi, Costello is considered a prime suspect by the commissioner investigating the case.
A former pilot, remained unlicensed flight after the attempt to get air under the Arch of Triumph in Paris, his best friend and a young painter traveled to Congo, the adventure of their lives: locating the wreck of a plane loaded – it seems – with a fabulous treasure. Unfortunately, the three are pursued by a group of bandits, who want the treasure for them.
01. La Tulipe Noire
Paris, before the outbreak of revolution in 1789. Guillaume de Saint-Preux, cynical man, cruel and selfish, taking advantage of the stormy atmosphere, and confused in the country, prey nobility, as the Black Tulip. Guillaume is behind the noble title and maintains friendly relations with the Marquis of Vigogne, whose wife is mistress.
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10. The Twilight Saga: New Moon
The story about forbidden love between a girl and a vampire and the sacrifices that the two are willing to do to be together quickly found a place in the hearts of young people worldwide. Even if not abound computer generated images, “New Moon” is a great example of using them to support the story.
Tom returns to his hometown after 10 years of a horrific massacre occurred on Valentine’s Day, in which 22 people were killed. A moment just right, because the killer responsible for the crimes he returns, determined to kill the four who escaped 10 years ago, one of whom was Tom. “My Bloody Valentine” is, like “New Moon”, a film in which CGI comes in the help of action.
The scenario of the fourth Final Destination film is more like an excuse for people to die in ways as horrible. If you are not familiar with the series, the story is simple: as a result of premonitions, a group of friends are saved from imminent death. But soon discovers that the death had a plan and now is trying to take him to finish through terrible accidents.
07. Gamer
CGI is making from “Gamer” an explosive action film, with bloody battles on battlefields chaotic and fascinating virtual worlds make us think that we can reserve future. The movie is set in a future where games have evolved so much that lets you control a man in the flesh, and not a virtual character. Combatants are prisoners sentenced to death, who were promised freedom if, after 30 rounds, are still alive.
06. Speed Racer
Speed Racer is a natural born driver: instinctive, courage and aggression. His dream is to win an incredibly difficult race, “The Crucible”, in which his brother lost his life. When he refuse a generous offer of Royalton Industries to compete for them, the owner of Speed puts bad thoughts and do everything in his power to prevent him from winning. The visuals in “Speed Racer” are very elaborate, powerful supercars to the various sets on which contestants compete.
05. The Dark Knight
“The Dark Knight” is by far the most successful film of series, and this is mainly due to gloomy atmosphere made with visual effects. On the one hand, Gotham City is a dark city, dangerous, and Joker’s madness is about to turn everything into chaos. On the other hand, Batman has the most advanced technology to fight against criminals. Producers have kept all these things to be played, on a visual level, with great care to detail.
04. Harry Potter
“Harry Potter” successfully managed to give life to books written by JK Rowling and draw the viewer into a fantasy world where magic is as natural as breathing. Adventures and even daily activities of Harry Potter at Hogwarts leaves you stunned each time through stunning computer generated images: the magic that makes them vivid young wizard to the Quidditch games.
03. 300
The legendary battle of Thermopylae in which King Leonidas with 300 soldiers has fight with an army of over 100,000 fighters, is a delight for the eyes in the movie “300″, with Gerard Butler in the main role. With this film, visual effects contribute immensely to the story gives a shape and can take place without hindrance. Sets, armies and battles are brought to a higher level because CGI, gaining legendary and dramatic accents amazing.
“Lord of the Rings” benefits from some of the most spectacular achievements of visually: the fighting and seem very real extent, the landscape is a delight and fantastic computer generated characters have naturalness and fluency. Only think of Gollum and the emotions that the character manages to stir over the trilogy, whether it’s pity or revulsion.
01. Avatar
I do not think there is anything that has not been said about “Avatar”. James Cameron made headlines worldwide and it shows, especially if we think that is the highest grossing film of all time. Visually, “Avatar” is spearheaded in terms of computer generated images and also a benchmark for 3D productions which will run from now.
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After dismissal of Robin Dutt, Leverkusen installed at technical leadership team a “duo” consisting of former provisional player Sami Hyypia (38 years) and licensed coach, Sascha Lewandowski (40 years). But now its management wanted to persevere, accepted by the team especially after six games they gathered 14 points without defeat. Offer: contract until 2015. In these days it is expected a decision.
Podolski, the proud “gunner”
Lukas Podolski said on Arsenal’s club portal: “I am proud to be a gunner” preparing and presenting the new team. Podolski praised the coach Arsene Wenger saying: “He is a man with great success, and that speaks German help me tremendously in the beginning to find my place in the team. I speak several times on the phone and these exchanges of views have influenced my decision.”
Ultimatum for Pizarro
The patience of club Werder Bremen seems to come to an end, that formulating an ultimatum to the player Claudio Pizarro, who refused to extend the contract. “We must make our plans, coach Thomas Schaaf said, so the player must decide now.” By some accounts, both Schalke and Borussia Dortmund would be interested in the legitimacy of the international Peruvian.
Frankfurt and Baumjohann
New promoted announced Celozzi’s legitimacy, Aigner, Trapp as Tsavellas and Clark’s return that was borrowed. Next question is from Schalke Baumjohann, an offensive middfield aged 25 years. Also is diligent Hoffer’s transfer, the original loan for a season in Naples. Eintracht defense plans two more transfers after that it seems that the batch will be considered completed.
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