Weekly Box Office Movies in US (Ending 2013/06/16)

Here are the TOP 5 Movies from US for the week ending 16th June 2013 (Sun).

SPECIAL NOTE : As expected, the newly crowned chart topper is non other than the newly released Superman reboot, Man Of Steel. In fact, it has crashed the June opening weekend sales record of all time with a whopping $117 millions. I've just watched it in IMAX 3D and I must say that I am pretty happy with what I've seen. However, just like any other superhero movie, there are bounds to be fans/critics have something to complaint about whichever way it was being presented. For example, my friend Ben has given his longest and most honest negative review of Man Of Steel here. 

The other R-rated new release, This Is The End (James Franco, Jonah Hill) did quite well at second place with $20.7 millions.   

Now, enjoy the chart...

Man Of Steel - Longest And Honest Guest Review That Might Offend Many Fans

Man Of Steel, the hottest movie at the moment, has been unofficially announced to be the biggest superman movie on its opening week ticket sales (in the USA, it is estimated to hit the box office with a better than expected result of $120 millions range). It is potentially the second biggest opening week of  2013, just behind the Iron Man 3 of $170+ millions. Even with it's mixed review from the movie critics, it is still expected to make a killing in the international box offices. By the way, Man Of Steel sequel is already a confirmed project!

That being said, just like any movie, there are always area that some viewers see it as poor, lacking or not up to par. Today, I am going to share one of the longest and most honest guest review by my friend, Ben. From the review, you can tell that he is a superman fan and he has written it with an heavy heart.

As per my blog title, I am sure many of you might not be agreeable with him (sorry Ben ;-)) and think that Man Of Steel is so amazing that it could possibly be the best superman movie to-date. So be it as I am sure both your view and Ben's review are valid ones as movie is one of the most subjective entertainment. 

Now, read on for the longest and most honest guest review from Ben...

Man Of Steel - The Evolution Of The Shield Of Superman [Infographic]

In a few days' time, Man Of Steel, the much awaited superman reboot will be released internationally. To be exact, the movie will be released on 13th June 2013, in 2D, 3D and IMAX 3D too. 

Recently, I've been sharing quite a few promotional media of Man Of Steel, if you are interested for a recap, check out the following links:

Man Of Steel - This 13 Minutes HD Featurette Speaks Volumn

Man Of Steel - All You Need To Know in 4 Teasers/Trailers And 10 TV Spots

Man Of Steel - The Superb New Trailer and 17 Photos

Man Of Steel - Behind The Scenes And New Movie Banners

When talk about the appearance of Superman, the first few things that come to our mind will be the  suit with the red cape, the iconic "S" symbol on the suit and the red underwear (by the way, the superman will not be wearing any red underwear in this reboot ;-)). One icon that evolved over time is the "S" symbol, you might be surprised on the number of different versions there are  throughout all these years. Courtesy of HalloweenCostumes.com, they have recently generated a cool Infographic showcasing the evolution of the icon of Superman (from 1938 to 2013, both in comics and movies). 

Now, enjoy the infographic below:

Man Of Steel - This 13 Minutes HD Featurette Speaks Volumn

Man Of Steel, the upcoming superman reboot will be in cinema over the globe next week (to be exact, from 13th June 2013 onward). Not long after my sharing of massive trailers, teasers and TV spots in my earlier post, Warner Bros has released yet another massive 13 minutes HD featurette that answer many doubts that the superhero fans might have in this reboot.

Just to name a few, following are some answers you will get in this 13 minutes behind the scene clip:

1. What is the meaning of the "S" symbol in the superman suit?

2. Why there is no red underwear in this version of superman suit?

3. What is the rating of director, Zack Snyder from the mouth of the peer actors/actress like Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon and Russell Crowe etc..

4. And many new-been seen new footages...

Now, enjoy the clip below!

Man Of Steel - All You Need To Know in 4 Teasers/Trailers And 10 TV Spots

As most of you would know by now that Man Of Steel is Superman and Superman is the Man Of Steel, the upcoming super hero reboot.  Before you rushing to the cinema near you in June 2013 to witness the soon-to-be epic in 2D, 3D or IMAX 3D, Warner Bros has been pampering the fans with numerous trailers, teasers and TV Spots. That's the whole objective of this post.

By the way, one particularly interesting discovery from the trailers/TV spots is that the "S" icon on the superman's suit is not an S, it is actually...Shhhhhh...(sorry, we have no clue at the moment as well, I guess you will need to find it out yourself in June 2013 ;-)),

Short synopsis of Man Of Steel (source: GeekTyrant):

In the pantheon of superheroes, Superman is the most recognized and revered character of all time. Clark Kent/Kal-El (Henry Cavill) is a young twenty-something journalist who feels alienated by powers beyond his imagination. Transported years ago to Earth from Krypton, a highly advanced, distant planet, Clark struggles with the ultimate question 'Why am I here?' Shaped by the values of his adoptive parents Martha (Diane Lane) and Jonathan Kent (Kevin Costner), Clark discovers having extraordinary abilities means making difficult decisions. When the world is in dire need of stability, an even greater threat emerges. Clark must become a Man of Steel, to protect the people he loves and shine as the world’s beacon of hope – Superman.

Now, enjoy the trailers/teasers and TV spots of Man Of Steel below.

Man Of Steel - The Superb New Trailer and 17 Photos

We just can't get enough of the media releases of the upcoming superman reboot, Man Of Steel. While it is still more than half month to go before its release in the theatres, it has garnered strong reception from the online community so far. 

Warner Brothers Pictures released yet another superb trailer of Man Of Steel. In this latest trailer, more new footage on the villain, Zod and his threat to the world is made apparent. To top it off, another 17 official movie photos have been released recently too.

I believe this will be the last trailer of the reboot and can't wait to watch it in IMAX 3D comes 14th June 2013. 

Would you be catching the superman in cinema near you?

Now, enjoy the trailer and 17 photos below...

Man Of Steel - Behind The Scenes And New Movie Banners

One of my favourite superhero in my younger years is Superman (followed by Spiderman and Batman). The reason is quite obvious, he can fly, he can see through object with his laser eye, he has super strength that can stop a speeding train and most importantly, he is very down to earth alien (when he is Clark Kent).

The reason why I brought-up the superman is because the latest reboot, Man Of Steel is just around the corner (June 2013) and I have high hope for this new franchise of the "old" superhero. The main reason being it is produced by Christopher Nolan (whom last brought us the Batman Trilogy which is super awesome).

Recently, Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures have released two new character banners for Man of Steel. One featuring Superman the other featuring Zod. Also, there is a "Behind The Scenes" clip to let the fans have a peep on how they re-imagining the superman in this reboot (but not too much though).

For my earlier coverage of Man Of Steel, click here.

Now, enjoy the movie banners and featurrete below.

Awesome super-size trailers for superhero sequels : Man Of Steel And Thor The Dark World

Apart from the upcoming must watch super hero blockbuster, Iron Man 3, which will be released in late Apr or early May 2013 (depending on which country are you at), the other two superhero sequels that all eyes are fixing on are Man Of Steel (technically a reboot) and Thor - The Dark World. 

For more movie details of Man Of Steel (Jun 2013), check out my earlier coverage here. As for Thor - The Dark World (Nov 2013), it is a sequel to 2011's Thor with all the casts reprising themselves, including Tom Hiddleston as Loki (the same villain in The Avengers). 

Short synopsis of Thor - The Dark World (source: imdb.com) :

Thor battles an ancient race of Dark Elves led by the vengeful Malekith who threatens to plunge the universe back into darkness after the events of The Avengers.

Now, enjoy the latest awesome trailers from the upcoming superhero sequels:

Latest Promo Photo of Man Of Steel

Man Of Steel, the upcoming reboot of the Superman franchise will hit the theaters in June 2013. There are still 4 more months or so to go but has garnered many positive response through the trailers and cool movie posters. Of course, expectation is also higher since it was produced by Christopher Nolan, whom last brought us the mesmerising The Dark Knight Rises.

Recently, there was a leaked promotional shot being shared online and thus would like to share it with my readers here too. For more movie details like trailers and movie posters, check out my earlier coverage of Man Of Steel here.

Now, enjoy the full view of superman in cool looking style!

Amazing Man Of Steel Second Trailer (Jun 2013)

It is still 6 more months to go but it seems that the Man Of Steel is one hell of superhero reboot to die for. A few months back, the Man Of Steel releases its first international trailer teaser (which seems to be darker and just alright to me). Yesterday, Warner Bros released the second international trailer of Man Of Steel which is SUPER AWESOME!

 

It looks like another awesome superhero franchise reboot (after Batman and Spiderman)! Henry Cavill (last seen in The Cold Light Of Day with Bruce Willis, which is not an impressive movie) is the new superman. Direct by Zack Snyder (from the Watchmen and 300 fame) and produced by Christopher Nolan, the great director whom brought us the latest Batman Trilogy and Inception. I suspect that it will be a darker and more personal superman reboot.  

 

Man Of Steel will be released in June 2013 in 3D and IMAX. Can't wait to see it.

 

Awesome Posters From Man Of Steel And Star Trek - Into Darkness

We are already in the last month of 2012, while there are a few more blockbusters to handle this month, particularly The Hobbit - An Unexpected Journey, Les Miserables and Cirque Du Soleil, it is also time for us to look forwards to 2013 for many blockbusters to come.

Today, I am going to share two recently released awesome posters from the upcoming 3D movies : Star Trek - Into Darkness and Man Of Steel. The former is a sequel directed by J. J. Abrams (stars Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, ZoeSaldana, Anton Yelchin, Simon Pegg, John Cho, Peter Weller and Alice Eve.) Whereas Man Of Steel is a reboot of the popular super hero franchise of Superman, it was directed by Zack Snyder (stars Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe and Amy Adams).

Not too sure about you but I am definitely looking forwards to watch these two blockbusters in 3D!