The movie industry has changed a lot over the years. These days, even the biggest movies will have a few good weeks, then fade away as the next big thing hits theaters. In fact, it’s been over a decade since any movie spent 10 consecutive weeks in the Top 5 at the box office. One film that stands out from the rest is the 1982 film, “E.T.” The accomplishments of E.T. were spectacular – it spent 27 weeks in a row in the Top 5, 16 of those at Number 1. And even though it was released at a time when movie tickets cost less than 3 bucks a piece, it’s still number one on the all-time list of top-grossing movies. We could quote its accomplishments all day, but perhaps the biggest is that it’s Steven Spielberg’s favorite film. (Click on the audio player to hear Steven Spielberg)
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Drew Barrymore was just a little girl, only 6 years old, when she made E.T., and she remembers how working with Spielberg changed her life. (Click on the audio player to hear Drew Barrymore)
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Today E.T. celebrates its 30th anniversary. So go ahead hop on your bike, turn on your heartlight, and phone home.
We first got to know Katharine McPhee back in 2006, when she went all the way to the “American Idol” finale. And even though she lost to Taylor Hicks she’s managed to come away with the more enduring career. This week, her brand-new TV show premieres… it’s called “Smash,” and its executive producer is none other than Steven Spielberg. And, as it turns out, Katharine told me the seeds of the show were first planted during her time on “Idol”.
Academy Award-winner Steven Spielberg is one of the most acclaimed and beloved directors in movie history. Having helmed such films as Raiders of the Lost Ark, Saving Private Ryan, and E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial, Spielberg has successfully conquered many genres and shown the kind of versatility most directors can only dream of.
His latest films, War Horse and The Adventures of Tintin, which are in theatres now, have received rave reviews from critics and audiences. Having made some of the best films the big screen has ever seen, Spielberg explains that he still gets inspired to make films today; however, he doesn’t look for inspiration, he lets it find him.
For over three decades, the Indiana Jones film franchise has captivated movie audiences all over the world. There have been four Indiana Jones movies, the last of which was Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull in 2008. While that film garnered some unfair criticism from fans and critics, Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg, who directed all four films, has confirmed that Indy 5 is in the works.
While promoting his latest film, The Adventures of Tintin, which opens in North America on December 21st, Spielberg sat down with Empire Online.com and confirmed that writer/creator George Lucas is working on the next Indiana Jones film. Specifically, Spielberg stated, “He is working on Indy V. We haven’t gone to screenplay yet, but he’s working on the story. I’ll leave it to George to come up with a good story.”
There were many who disliked Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull so much that they hoped it was the last Indiana Jones film to be made. We are happy to hear that Indy 5 is in the works, are you? Let us know if you think there should be another installment of Indiana Jones.
One of the most anticipated films yet to be released this year is The Adventures of Tintin, based on the comic book created by artist Hergé. The film is a performance capture 3D film directed and produced by Academy Award winner, Steven Spielberg. Sir Peter Jackson (Lord Of The Rings) also produced.
The film features the voices of Jamie Bell, Andy Serkis, Simon Pegg, and Daniel Craig. Take an early look at the film, which is scheduled to be released December 23rd, and let us know what you think.
The Help was the number one movie at the box office again this weekend for the second week in a row. Not only is the film appealing to movie goers, it is also adored by critics. Many movies like The Help just aren’t being made today, because they are rarely box office hits.
We spoke to director, Tate Taylor (who wrote the screenplay and directed the film) and Kathryn Stockett (who wrote the beloved novel which the film was based on), and they told us that if it weren’t for filmmakers Steven Spielberg and Chris Columbus who produced the film, the movie wouldn’t have stayed true to the book the way that it did. (Click on the audio player to hear Tate Taylor & Kathryn Stockett)
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For more than thirty-seven years, Steven Spielberg has been one of the most prolific directors in movie history. Spielberg has directed numerous iconic movies including Jaws, Jurassic Park, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and the list goes on and on. While promoting his new film, The Adventures of Tintin (opening in theatres December 23, 2011) over the weekend at Comic-Con in San Diego, California, Spielberg was asked by a young fan which of his movies was his favorite. Delighted by the young fan, Spielberg told the audience that the loveable little alien from outer space who uttered the words “ET phone home” was his personal favorite. (Click on the audio player to hear Steven Spielberg)
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Noah Wyle currently stars on the TNT hit sci-fi series, Falling Skies, which is produced by legendary director Steven Spielberg. Spielberg and Wyle’s relationship goes back 17 years, when Spielberg was one of the producers on the iconic medical drama, ER, which Wyle starred in.
Wyle was just 23 years old when he landed the part of Dr. John Carter, the character he portrayed for the entire run of the series. Wyle recalls how nervous he was meeting Steven Spielberg for the first time, and continues to be a little intimidated by him. Wyle was also surprised how hands on Spielberg was with the ER series. (Click on the audio player to hear Noah Wyle)
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Cowboys & Aliens, one of the most anticipated action movies of the Summer, is hitting theatres July 29th. The movie stars Daniel Craig, Harrison Ford, and Olivia Wilde, and is based on the graphic novel by the same name. The film is directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Steven Spielberg. In addition to Super 8 and Transformers: Dark of the Moon, this will be the third movie which Spielberg has produced this Summer.
Take an early look at Cowboys & Aliens, and let us know what you think of the trailer.
Tonight, the much anticipated TNT series Falling Skies makes its series premiere. Noah Wyle stars in the action sci-fi series where aliens attack Earth and mankind has to fight for its survival. Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg produces the series, so most have high hopes for it.
Wyle and Spielberg have a working relationship going back to the 1990′s when Wyle starred on the iconic NBC series ER, which Spielberg produced. Wyle told us that while they might not be “close friends” he would call himself a loyal foot solider of Spielberg. Of course, who isn’t in awe of one of the most beloved directors and storytellers of all time. (Click on the audio player to hear Noah Wyle)
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The movie industry has changed a lot over the years. These days, even the biggest movies will have a few good weeks, then fade away as the next big thing hits theaters. In fact, it’s been over a decade since any movie spent 10 consecutive weeks in the Top 5 at the box office. One film that stands out from the rest is the 1982 film, “E.T.” The accomplishments of E.T. were spectacular – it spent 27 weeks in a row in the Top 5, 16 of those at Number 1. And even though it was released at a time when movie tickets cost less than 3 bucks a piece, it’s still number one on the all-time list of top-grossing movies. We could quote its accomplishments all day, but perhaps the biggest is that it’s Steven Spielberg’s favorite film. (Click on the audio player to hear Steven Spielberg)
