If you don't think Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997) is one of the funniest movies of the 1990s, maybe you should be packed into a cryogenic time chamber and sent back to the decade whence you came. Perhaps it was the 1960s - the shagadelic decade when London hipster Austin Powers scored with gorgeous chicks as a fashion photographer by day, crime-fighting international man of mystery by night. Yeah, baby, yeah! But when Powers's arch nemesis, Dr. Evil, puts himself into a deepfreeze and travels via time machine to the late 1990s, Powers must follow him and foil Evil's nefarious scheme of global domination. Mike Myers plays dual roles as Powers and Dr. Evil, with Elizabeth Hurley as his present-day sidekick and karate-kicking paramour. A hilarious spoof of '60s spy movies, this colourful comedy actually gets funnier with successive viewings, making it a perfect home video for gloomy days and randy nights. Oh, behave! "I put the grrr in swinger, baby!" a deliciously randy Powers coos near the beginning of The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999), and if the imagination of Austin creator Mike Myers seems to have sagged a bit, his energy surely hasn't. This friendly, go-for-broke sequel finds our man Austin heading back to the '60s to keep perennial nemesis Dr. Evil (Myers again) from blowing up the world - and, more importantly, to get back his mojo, that man-juice that turns Austin into irresistible catnip for women, especially American spygirl Felicity Shagwell (a pretty but vacant Heather Graham). The plot may be irreverent and illogical, the jokes may be bad, and the scenes may run on too long, but it's all delivered sunnily and with tongue firmly in cheek. Myers teams Dr. Evil with a diminutive clone, Mini-Me (Verne J. Troyer), then pulls a hat trick by playing a third character, the obese and disgusting Scottish assassin Fat Bastard. Despite symptoms of sequelitis, Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002) is must-see lunacy for devoted fans of the shagadelic franchise. Unfortunately, the law of diminishing returns is in full effect: for every big-name cameo and raunchy double-entendre, there's an equal share of redundant shtick, juvenile scatology, and pop-cultural spoofery. All is forgiven when the hilarity level is consistently high, and Mike Myers -returning here as randy Brit spy Austin, his nemesis Dr. Evil, the bloated Scottish henchman Fat Bastard, and new Dutch disco-villain Goldmember - thrives by favouring comedic chaos over coherent plotting. Once they've tossed Austin into the disco fever of 1975 (where he's sent to rescue his father, gamely played by Michael Caine), Myers and director Jay Roach seem vaguely adrift with old and new characters, including Verne Troyer's Mini-Me and pop star Beyoncé Knowles as Pam Grier-ish blaxpo-babe Foxxy Cleopatra. A bit tired, perhaps, but Powers hasn't lost his mojo.
Mike Myers returns as International Man of Mystery Austin Powers for a third time. When his arch nemesis Dr. Evil teams up with new villain Goldmember its up to Austin to save the day!
Transported to a magical world, teenager, M.K. (Amanda Seyfried) is recruited by a nature spirit, Queen Tara (Beyonce Knowles), to help the "Leafmen" save their forest from evil warriors.
Based on the Broadway musical, a trio of black female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960's.
Inspector Jacques Clouseau returns to the big screen in the form of Steve Martin.
Inspector Jacques Clouseau returns to the big screen in the form of Steve Martin.
Hell hath no fury...one married man finds out the hard way just how deep one infatuated woman's anger can run in this taut thriller. The No. 1 US Box Office hit!
The spirit of Motown runs through the long-awaited film adaption of the Broadway musical Dreamgirls, which centres around a young female singing trio who burst upon the music scene in the '60s, complete with bouffant hairdos, glitzy gowns, and a soul sound new to the white-bread American music charts. Sound familiar? You aren't the first one to draw comparisons to the meteoric rise of the Supremes, and despite any protests to the contrary, this is most definitely a thinly veiled reinterpretation of that success story. The Dreamettes--statuesque Deena (Beyonce Knowles), daffy Lorell (Anika Noni Rose) and brassy Effie (Jennifer Hudson)--are a girl group making the talent-show rounds when they're discovered by car salesman and aspiring music manager Curtis Taylor Jr. (Jamie Foxx). Sensing greatness (as well as a new marketing opportunity) Curtis signs the Dreamettes as backup singers for R&B star James "Thunder" Early (Eddie Murphy). But when Early's mercurial ways and singing style don't mesh with primarily white audiences, Curtis moves the newly-renamed Dreams to centre stage--with Deena as lead singer in place of Effie. And that's not the only arena in which Effie is replaced, as Curtis abandons their love affair for a relationship with star-in-the-making Deena. Besides the Supremes comparison, one can't talk about Dreamgirls now without revisiting its notorious Oscar snub; though it received eight nominations, the most for any film from 2006, it was shut out of the Best Picture and Director races entirely. Was the oversight justified? While Dreamgirls is certainly a handsomely mounted, lovingly executed and often vibrant film adaptation, it inspires more respect than passion, only getting under your skin during the musical numbers, which become more sporadic as the film goes on. Writer-director Bill Condon is definitely focussed on recreating the Motown milieu (down to uncanny photographs of Knowles in full Diana Ross mode), he often forgets to flesh out his characters, who even on the Broadway stage were underwritten and relied on powerhouse performances to sell them to audiences. (Stage fans will also note that numerous songs are either truncated or dropped entirely from the film.) Condon has assembled a game cast, as Knowles does a canny riff on the essence of Diana Ross' glamour (as opposed to an all-out impersonation) and Rose makes a peripheral character surprisingly vibrant; only Foxx, who never gets to pour on the charisma, is miscast. Still, there are two things even the most cranky viewers will warm to in Dreamgirls: the performances of veteran Eddie Murphy and newcomer Jennifer Hudson. Murphy is all sly charm and dazzling energy as the devilish Early, who's part James Brown, part Little Richard, and all showman. And Hudson, an American Idol contestant who didn't even make the top three, makes an impressive debut as the larger-than-life Effie, whose voice matches her passions and stubbornness. Though she sometimes may seem too young for the role, Hudson nails the movie's signature song, "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going," with a breathtaking power that must be seen and heard to believe. And for those five minutes, if not more, you will be in Dreamgirls' thrall. --Mark Englehart
Transported to a magical world, teenager, M.K. (Amanda Seyfried) is recruited by a nature spirit, Queen Tara (Beyonce Knowles), to help the "Leafmen" save their forest from evil warriors.
Beyoncé - Life Is But A DreamDisc 1Life Is But a Dream - A Film By Beyoncé Knowles. The 16-time Grammy award winning singer business woman songwriter actress entrepreneur wife and mother offers a rare glimpse into the realities of life as a superstar. Life Is But a Dream sheds light on Beyoncé's childhood in Houston the intense physical and emotional demands of life in the studio the commitment and hard work required as she prepares for live performances and the realities of running a business alongside family life. A mix of personal interview footage - some of it filmed by Beyoncé herself - home movies and stage performances this feature-length documentary sees the star reflect on celebrity the refuge she finds on stage her joy at becoming a mother for the first time and her experiences of returning to the spotlight after the birth of her daughter Blue Ivy Carter. Disc 2Live in Atlantic City ConcertFilmed over four consecutive nights at the Revel Casino Hotel in May 2012 this dazzling concert includes never seen before performances including the songs 'Flaws And All ' 'Love On Top' and 'Schoolin' Life.' Track Listing: End of Time Get Me Bodied Baby Boy Crazy in Love Diva Naughty Girl Party Dance for you Freakum Dress I care Schoolin' Life 1+1 Flaws and All Countdown Run the World (girls) I Was Here I Will Always Love You Halo Single Ladies Green Light Love on Top
Transported to a magical world, teenager, M.K. (Amanda Seyfried) is recruited by a nature spirit, Queen Tara (Beyonce Knowles), to help the "Leafmen" save their forest from evil warriors.
Based on the Broadway musical, a trio of black female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960's.
Mike Myers returns as International Man of Mystery Austin Powers for a third time. When his arch nemesis Dr. Evil teams up with new villain Goldmember its up to Austin to save the day!
Pink is one of the unique artists of this century who continues to break the mold time after time. She brought her career to a new level in 2013 with a world tour that entertained unlike ever before! Get inside access to ‘the girl who got the party started’with this new unofficial biography programme which features exclusive interviews and rare access to this great artist.
Beyoncé - Life Is But A DreamDisc 1Life Is But a Dream - A Film By Beyoncé Knowles. The 16-time Grammy award winning singer business woman songwriter actress entrepreneur wife and mother offers a rare glimpse into the realities of life as a superstar. Life Is But a Dream sheds light on Beyoncé's childhood in Houston the intense physical and emotional demands of life in the studio the commitment and hard work required as she prepares for live performances and the realities of running a business alongside family life. A mix of personal interview footage - some of it filmed by Beyoncé herself - home movies and stage performances this feature-length documentary sees the star reflect on celebrity the refuge she finds on stage her joy at becoming a mother for the first time and her experiences of returning to the spotlight after the birth of her daughter Blue Ivy Carter. Disc 2Live in Atlantic City ConcertFilmed over four consecutive nights at the Revel Casino Hotel in May 2012 this dazzling concert includes never seen before performances including the songs 'Flaws And All ' 'Love On Top' and 'Schoolin' Life.' Track Listing: End of Time Get Me Bodied Baby Boy Crazy in Love Diva Naughty Girl Party Dance for you Freakum Dress I care Schoolin' Life 1+1 Flaws and All Countdown Run the World (girls) I Was Here I Will Always Love You Halo Single Ladies Green Light Love on Top
DIRECTOR'S EXTENDED EDITION Grammy® winner Beyoncé Knowles, Academy Award® winner Jamie Foxx* and Golden Globe® winner Eddie Murphy shine in unforgettable roles that display their matchless talents. And Jennifer Hudson is a revelation, in the breakthrough performance that earned her the 2006 Academy Award® for Best Supporting Actress. Based on the Tony Award®-winning Broadway hit and directed by Academy Award® winner Bill Condon** (Beauty and the Beast), the Oscar®-winning Dreamgirls is a triumph of movie entertainment that will dazzle you again and again. Includes Photobook with select song lyrics Extended and Alternate Scenes (in Director's Extended Edition) Jennifer Hudson's NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN audition and screen test footage Building The Dream (HD) Dream Logic: Film Editing (HD) Dressing The Dreams: Costume Design (HD) Center Stage: Theatrical Lighting (HD) Auditions and Screen Tests Previsualization Sequences Easter Egg - Jamie Foxx Kidding Around with Jennifer Hudson (HD)
Hell hath no fury...one married man finds out the hard way just how deep one infatuated woman's anger can run in this taut thriller. The No. 1 US Box Office hit!
Filmed in Atlanta's Philips Arena during their farewell tour Destiny Fulfilled the trio put on a spectacular show for their adoring fans. Tracklist: 1. Intro / Overture 2. Say My Name 3. Independent Women Part II 4. No No No (Part 2) 5. Bug A Boo 6. Bills Bills Bills 7. Bootylicious 8. Jumpin' Jumpin' 9. Soldier Dance Interlude 10. Soldier Featuring T.I. & Lil' Wayne 11. Dancer Break 12. Dilemma Featuring Kelly Rowland 13. Do You Know Featuring Michelle Williams 14. Beyonc'' Intro 15. Baby Boy Featuring Beyonc'' 16. Naughty Girl Featuring Beyonc'' 17. Band Introduction 18. Cater 2 U 19. Cater 2 U Dance Sequence 20. Girl 21. Free 22. If 23. Through With Love Featuring The Choir 24. Bad Habit Featuring Kelly Rowland 25. Dancer Ballet Break 26. Dangerously In Love Featuring Beyonc'' 27. Crazy In Love Featuring Beyonc'' 28. Salsa Dance Break 29. Survivor 30. Lose My Breath
Based on the Broadway musical, a trio of black female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960's.
46664 was the prison number of Nelson Mandela on Robben Island Cape Town where he was held in captivity for eighteen years. Mandela's 46664 campaign was launched to raise awareness of the devastating impact of AIDS in Africa and as a call to action to citizens around the world. Filmed on Saturday Novemeber 29th 2003 at Green Point Stadium Cape Town in front of an audience of 40 000 this concert sees a collaboration of some of today's leading music icons.
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