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The female roadtrip comedy Hot Pursuit is a shoddy, hot mess. Review by Matt Cummings In Director Anne Fletcher's Hot Pursuit , the uptight Texas cop Cooper (Reese Witherspoon) tries to protect the wife of a Mexican drug lord (Sofia Vergara) after her to-be-snitch-husband buys it in a shootout. Cooper is by-the-book, instantly clashing with Daniella Riva's wall-to-wall shoe fetish and ignorance of the dangers she's under. Cooper brings along her own baggage as well, suffering from an embarrassing incident that's left her desk-ridden. Before Cooper and Riva can arrive in Dallas, they must go on the roadtrip from hell, dodging dirty cops, senior citizens, and a fierce drug lord who Riva blames for the death of her husband. From the moment Fletcher's film begins, we know exactly where this low-brow comedy will go. There's a transvestite in the back of a cop car, to a supposedly funny tasing of a college student that sets him on fire, each of which

A French trailer for Jason Statham 's latest Wild Card emerged online a few weeks ago, and it's followed now by a slightly more subdued affair for the rest of us. There are still plenty of glimpses of crunchy action, but the latest clip chooses to emphasise the dramatic elements in Vegas, with veteran screenwriter William Goldman's name given almost as much prominence as the Stath's. Nobody gets their nose broken with a backwards headbutt this time... Statham's third film with Simon West following The Expendables 2 and The Mechanic , Wild Card was originally called The Heat , and had Brian De Palma attached to direct at one point. Goldman's screenplay is based on his 1985 novel of that latter name (published in the UK as Edged Weapons), and was filmed once before to disappointing results. The 1986 version starring Burt Reynolds went through an incredible five directors, including Robert Altman, who only stayed for a day. Predictably, the end product was

LIONSGATE TO RELEASE WILD CARD STARRING JASON STATHAM THIS JANUARY Lionsgate announced today that the action thriller Wild Card starring Jason Statham, Michael Angarano, Milo Ventimiglia and Dominik García-Lorido will open In Theaters and On Demand January 30th, 2015. Anne Heche, Sofia Vergara, Jason Alexander, Hope Davis and Stanley Tucci also appear in the film which is directed by Simon West and based on the novel ‘Heat’ by William Goldman who also wrote the screenplay. Nick Wild ( Jason Statham ) is a Las Vegas bodyguard with lethal professional skills and a personal gambling problem. When a friend is beaten by a sadistic thug, Nick strikes back, only to find out the thug is the son of a powerful mob boss. Suddenly Nick is plunged into the criminal underworld, chased by enforcers and wanted by the mob. Having raised the stakes, Nick has one last play to change his fortunes…and this time, it’s all or nothing. From two-time Academy® Award-winning writer William Goldman (

The cooking comedy Chef has its moments, but it's under-dressed for the occasion. A movie like the Jon Favreau comedy Chef begs for a litany of puns, so let's get them out the way. This undercooked but still flavorful comedy is missing key ingredients, resulting in something that's not quite a full meal. Carl Casper ( Favreau ) was an aspiring chef, a Superman Chef if you will, impressing critics and stomachs alike with his unique dishes. Unfortunately that was 10 years ago, and Casper is now heavier and a little more corporate, preparing the same dishes night after night. When local food critic Ramsey Michel ( Oliver Platt ) arrives for a tasting, Casper wants to make an entirely new menu, but the restaurant owner (Dustin Hoffman) wants nothing of the sort: he orders Casper to prepare his 'hits.' The result is a scathing review that insults Casper, leading him to quit after losing a Twitter war with Michel. Casper's ex-wife Inez ( Sofia Vergara ) feels ba

CHEF RETURNS TO THEATERS NATIONWIDE ON AUGUST 29, 2014 CHEF , the critically acclaimed hit film written by, directed by, produced by and starring Jon Favreau, will return to theaters nationwide on August 29, 2014. The announcement was made today by Tom Ortenberg, CEO of Open Road Films. CHEF has taken in nearly $30 million at the box office and has earned high praise from audiences, critics and top celebrity chefs like Mario Batali, Anthony Bourdain and Tom Colicchio. CHEF was the opening night film at the 2014 SXSW Film Festival and was an official selection at the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival where it took home the Audience Award. CHEF was also the winner of the Audience Award at the 2014 Newport Beach Film Festival. Members of the following film industry guilds and organizations will be able to use their official guild cards for free entrance to see CHEF when it returns to theaters nationwide beginning August 29, 2014: AMPAS, ACE, ADG, ASC, BAFTA, CAS, DGA, HFPA, MPEG, MPSE,

JON FAVREAU DIRECTS AND STARS IN A DELICIOUS COMEDY FEATURING SCARLETT JOHANSSON, ROBERT DOWNEY JR., JOHN LEGUIZAMO, SOFIA VERGARA, OLIVER PLATT AND TWO-TIME OSCAR®-WINNER DUSTIN HOFFMAN AVAILABLE ON BLU-RAY™ COMBO PACK DVD, DIGITAL HD WITH ULTRAVIOLET™ ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 A disenchanted master chef reclaims his love for cooking and his family during a rollicking road trip through some of America’s most mouthwatering food destinations in Chef, coming to Blu-rayTM Combo Pack, DVD, and Digital HD with UltravioletTM on September 30, 2014, from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Writer, director, actor Jon Favreau (director Iron Man, Elf) stars in this heartwarming comedy with something on the menu for everyone. The Chef Blu-rayTM Combo Pack include uproarious deleted scenes, as well as feature commentary from Favreau and the film’s technical advisor and co-producer, food-truck pioneer Roy Choi. An online feud with an influential food critic (Oliver Platt) and a creative di

Experience the delectable combination of food, family, and laughs in this BRAND NEW TRAILER for Jon Favreau's new comedy, CHEF ! This highly entertaining film features Jon Favreau as Carl Casper, a chef who is on a mission to find a fresh new appetite for life. Take a glimpse at the star-studded cast serving up laughs and mouthwatering food….and don't miss out on the important life lessons Carl endures on his food truck journey, in this hilarious and uplifting film! Just in case you hadn't heard yet, CHEF is expanding to more theaters this weekend! Make sure you go see CHEF at your local theater TODAY! http://www.buycheftickets.com/ Chef Review: Funny But Undercooked in Parts - Watch the trailer after the Jump... Please Leave A Comment-

The cooking comedy Chef has its moments, but it's under-dressed for the occasion. A movie like the Jon Favreau comedy Chef begs for a litany of puns, so let's get them out the way. This undercooked but still flavorful comedy is missing key ingredients, resulting in something that's not quite a full meal. Carl Casper (Favreau) was an aspiring chef, a Superman Chef if you will, impressing critics and stomachs alike with his unique dishes. Unfortunately that was 10 years ago, and Casper is now heavier and a little more corporate, preparing the same dishes night after night. When local food critic Ramsey Michel (Oliver Platt) arrives for a tasting, Casper wants to make an entirely new menu, but the restaurant owner (Dustin Hoffman) wants nothing of the sort: he orders Casper to prepare his 'hits.' The result is a scathing review that insults Casper, leading him to quit after losing a Twitter war with Michel. Casper's ex-wife Inez (Sofia Vergara) fe

Win Tickets To An Advance For Chef on Wednesday, May 21 at 7:00PM in Sacramento at UA Laguna Village. Chef Carl Casper ( Jon Favreau ) suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant. After refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner ( Dustin Hoffman ), he is left to figure out what’s next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his ex-wife ( Sofia Vergara ), his friend ( John Leguizamo ) and his son to launch a food truck. Taking to the road, Chef Carl goes back to his roots to reignite his passion for the kitchen -- and zest for life and love. Running Time: 115 min. Rating: R for language and some suggestive references. Make sure to LIKE SandwichJohnFilms on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for all your entertainment news and screenings. Also make sure to subscribe and download our podcast . See how to win after the Jump... Go to GOFOBO and Enter: SANDBLWV This ticket is NOT for resale. Reselling of tickets i

OPEN ROAD EXPANDS “ CHEF ” NATIONWIDE THIS WEEKEND STARTING FRIDAY, MAY 16 Chef Carl Casper ( Jon Favreau ) suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant. After refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner ( Dustin Hoffman ), he is left to figure out what’s next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his ex-wife ( Sofia Vergara ), his friend ( John Leguizamo ) and his son to launch a food truck. Taking to the road, Chef Carl goes back to his roots to reignite his passion for the kitchen -- and zest for life and love. Running Time: 115 min. Rating: R for language and some suggestive references. CAST: JON FAVREAU, SOFIA VERGARA, JOHN LEGUIZAMO, BOBBY CANNAVALE, DUSTIN HOFFMAN, OLIVER PLATT, EMJAY ANTHONY, SCARLETT JOHANSSON and ROBERT DOWNEY, JR. DIRECTOR: JON FAVREAU WRITER: JON FAVREAU PRODUCERS: JON FAVREAU and SERGI BESPALOV Please Leave A Comment-

OPEN ROAD WILL RELEASE “ CHEF ” IN LA & NY ON FRIDAY, MAY 9 Chef Carl Casper ( Jon Favreau ) suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant. After refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner ( Dustin Hoffman ), he is left to figure out what’s next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his ex-wife ( Sofia Vergara ), his friend ( John Leguizamo ) and his son to launch a food truck. Taking to the road, Chef Carl goes back to his roots to reignite his passion for the kitchen -- and zest for life and love. Running Time: 115 min. Rating: R for language and some suggestive references. LA Theaters : Arclight Hollywood, Arclight Sherman Oaks, The Landmark & AMC Century City NY Theaters : AMC Lincoln Square & Regal Union Square CAST: JON FAVREAU, SOFIA VERGARA, JOHN LEGUIZAMO, BOBBY CANNAVALE, DUSTIN HOFFMAN, OLIVER PLATT, EMJAY ANTHONY, SCARLETT JOHANSSON and ROBERT DOWNEY, JR. DIRECTOR: JON FAVREAU WRITER: JON FAVREAU

Starting from scratch never tasted so good. Open Road Films has just unveiled a new TRAILER for their highly anticipated film, CHEF . When Chef Carl Casper loses his restaurant job, he's forced to venture out on a new career path and decides to launch a food truck. Watch NOW to see the all-star cast, including Jon Favreau, Sofia Vergara, John Leguizamo and Dustin Hoffman , learn a thing or two about finding a fresh appetite for life. Watch the trailer after the Jump... Please Leave A Comment-

Starting from scratch never tasted so good… Check out the new POSTER for Open Road Film's much-buzzed about film, CHEF . After being selected to premiere as SXSW's 2014 Opening Night Film, CHEF has been receiving rave reviews from critics and fans alike. CHEF's impressive cast includes Jon Favreau (who wrote, directed, and stars in the comedy), Sofia Vergara, John Leguizamo, Bobby Cannavale, Dustin Hoffman, Oliver Platt, Emjay Anthony, Scarlett Johansson , and Robert Downey, Jr . And be sure to catch this DELIGHTFULLY FUNNY film this May! ***Can't wait until then?! Check out the exclusive TRAILER debut on iTunes Trailers this Monday, April 7th!*** Chef Carl Casper ( Jon Favreau ) suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant after refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner ( Dustin Hoffman ), he is left to figure out what’s next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his ex-wife ( Sofia Vergara ), his friend ( J

“ Killer Women ” set to premiere January 7 on ABC. From executive producer Sofia Vergara ("Modern Family") and creator Hannah Shakespeare ("The Raven"), Tricia Helfer (“Battlestar Galactica”) is the lead star in " Killer Women ." Of all the notorious lawmen who ever patrolled the violent frontier, none are more storied than the Texas Rangers. Ballsy and badass Molly Parker ( Tricia Helfer ) is one of the first women to join this elite group of law enforcement agents. From executive producer Sofia Vergara ("Modern Family") and creator Hannah Shakespeare ("The Raven"), "Killer Women" takes us inside the dangerous world of the Texas Rangers from a female perspective. The series premiere will be on TUESDAY, JANUARY 7 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET/PT) on ABC. Molly is committed to finding the truth and seeing justice served. In a male-dominated world, she is aided by her sixth sense for why women kill -- rarely out of hatred,

EW scored this exclusive poster of Sofia Vergara from the upcoming film MACHETE KILLS . Open Road Films will release MACHETE KILLS – directed by Robert Rodriguez (Machete, Sin City, Spy Kids franchise) and starring Danny Trejo, Michelle Rodriguez, Sofia Vergara, Amber Heard, Charlie Sheen, Lady Gaga, Antonio Banderas, Jessica Alba, Demián Bichir, Alexa Vega, Vanessa Hudgens, Cuba Gooding, Jr., William Sadler, Marko Zaror and Mel Gibson – on Septmber 13, 2013. Directed by Robert Rodriguez from a screenplay by Kyle Ward and based on a story by Marcel Rodriguez and Robert Rodríguez, MACHETE KILLS is the sequel to the 2010 hit film MACHETE – which has built a devoted legion of fans since its release – and is the second film in a trilogy. The film is produced by Robert Rodriguez, along with Aaron Kaufman and Iliana Nikolic through their QuickDraw Productions banner, as well as Sergei Bespalov of Aldamisa Films, Alexander Rodnyansky of AR Films, and Rick Schwartz of Overnight Films.

OPEN ROAD FILMS WILL RELEASE ROBERT RODRIGUEZ’S “ MACHETE KILLS ” ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2013 “ MACHETE KILLS ” STARS DANNY TREJO, MICHELLE RODRIGUEZ, SOFIA VERGARA, AMBER HEARD, CHARLIE SHEEN, LADY GAGA, ANTONIO BANDERAS, JESSICA ALBA, DEMIÁN BICHIR, ALEXA VEGA, VANESSA HUDGENS, CUBA GOODING, JR., WILLIAM SADLER, MARKO ZAROR AND MEL GIBSON . Open Road Films will release MACHETE KILLS - directed by Robert Rodriguez (Machete, Sin City, Spy Kids franchise) and starring Danny Trejo, Michelle Rodriguez, Sofia Vergara, Amber Heard, Charlie Sheen, Lady Gaga, Antonio Banderas, Jessica Alba, Demián Bichir, Alexa Vega, Vanessa Hudgens, Cuba Gooding, Jr., William Sadler, Marko Zaror and Mel Gibson – on Septmber 13, 2013. Directed by Robert Rodriguez from a screenplay by Kyle Ward and based on a story by Marcel Rodriguez and Robert Rodríguez, MACHETE KILLS is the sequel to the 2010 hit film MACHETE - which has built a devoted legion of fans since its release - and is the second film in a

Director Robert Rodriguez tweeted the image, and the pop provocateur confirmed she will be making her big screen debut in the film. Lady Gaga will soon be making her silver screen debut, as the pop star joins the cast of Robert Rodriguez's Machete Kills , playing a character called La Chameleón. The writer/director tweeted the announcement Thursday. I just finished working with @LadyGaga on @MacheteKills , she kicked SO MUCH ASS! Holy Smokes. Blown away! yfrog.com/kezw3dnj Mother Monster retweeted Rodriguez and added: Yes its true, I will be making my debut as an actress ln the amazing MACHETE KILLS BY @RODRIGUEZ IM SO EXCITED!!! AH! Filming was insane. The upcoming sequel to 2010's Spy Kids spin-off, Machete, stars Danny Trejo, Jessica Alba, Michelle Rodriguez, Alexa Vega, Zoe Saldana, Mel Gibson, Vanessa Hudgens, Charlie Sheen and more. Machete Kills, the second film in the trilogy, will pick up with the title character mourning his lost love, the movie'

His father is still considered among the best – if not the best – fictional US Presidents ever seen, which we guess in a weird, meta sense is why Charlie Sheen has been cast as the leader of the free world. The person responsible for this irresponsible act? Robert Rodriguez, who has added Sheen to Machete Kills . Hitting Twitter to break the news (which was then picked up by Collider ), Rodriguez wrote,  “I just cast Charlie Sheen in Machete Kills as the President of the United States! Who better? More soon…” along with a picture of himself with Sheen. Which just goes to show that there's no such thing as unemployable in Hollywood if you're sufficiently high-profile (see also: Mel Gibson , who is among the Machete sequel’s cast). We don’t yet know what Sheen will be getting up to as El Prez, but you’ve got to figure Rodriguez has something batshit insane in mind, especially given what tends to happen to people who come into contact with Machete. With Danny Trejo lead

" Modern Family " star Sofia Vergara is in talks to add yet more sizzle to the cast of Robert Rodriguez's " Machete Kills ," which already features her fellow femme fatales Jessica Alba, Amber Heard and Michelle Rodriguez . Danny Trejo returns to star in the Kyle Ward-scripted sequel alongside series newcomers Mel Gibson and Demian Bichir. Pic, which starts production this month, finds the titular ex-federale (Trejo) recruited by the U.S. government to take down a cartel leader and stop an arms dealer (Gibson) from launching a deadly missile. Vergara is in talks to play the leather-clad Madame Desdemona, whose Mexican harlots have information that Machete needs. A Quick Draw production, "Machete Kills" is being financed by Alexander Rodnyansky, who is producing with Rodriguez. Other producers include Quick Draw's Aaron Kaufman and Iliana Nikolic, as well as Sergei Bespalov and Rick Schwartz. Vergara has been nominated for a pair of E

Here is the first trailer for The Farrelly Bros’ THE THREE STOOGES movie. The film stars Sean Hayes, Will Sasso and Chris Diamantopoulos . While trying to save their childhood orphanage, Moe, Larry, and Curly inadvertently stumble into a murder plot and wind up starring in a reality TV show. Please Leave A Comment-