Archive for October 25th, 2009

Inside Update on Shawn Michaels’ WWE Future

Inside Update on Shawn Michaels’ WWE Future

ProWrestling.net reports that there is no backstage indication that Shawn Michaels plans to call it quits in the near future. While there had been speculation following WrestleMania 25 that Michaels’ career had an expiration date, the latest belief is that there is no imminence in his retirement plans. Michaels is expected, at the minimum,...
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Plans For Monday’s WWE RAW, Bret Hart’s WWE Future

Plans For Monday’s WWE RAW, Bret Hart’s WWE Future

– The TV.MSN preview for Monday’s WWE RAW: “Bragging Rights PPV results. Is John Cena the new champion, or has he been banished from RAW?” NASCAR racers Kyle Busch and Joey Logano are the guest hosts. – In an interview with NZPWI.co.nz, Bret Hart confirms rumors that he is open to a WWE return,...
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Backstage WWE Bragging Rights News, WWE RAW Update

Backstage WWE Bragging Rights News, WWE RAW Update

– The WWE Bragging Rights dark match result: Christian defeated Paul Burchill in what was described as a solid match. – Sources say WWE had been working on the plans for Bragging Rights through as late as Saturday afternoon. As booking for the PPV preoccupied the early part of the weekend, the belief is...
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Sneak Set Peek: The Rock, Samuel L. Jackson Shoot “The Other Guys”

Sneak Set Peek: The Rock, Samuel L. Jackson Shoot “The Other Guys”

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson are among the principals in upcoming action-comedy “The Other Guys,” and set photos are beginning to emerge. How is filming for the film that also stars Mark Wahlberg and Will Ferrell going? Are The Rock and Samuel L. believable in their role? Take a sneak peek!
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WWE’s Top Brands Battle It Out, WWE Bragging Rights Results

WWE’s Top Brands Battle It Out, WWE Bragging Rights Results

WWE held “Bragging Rights,” its RAW vs. SmackDown!-themed PPV, Sunday evening. Would RAW or SmackDown! get the better of the other in a series of three interbrand matches? And, who would walk out in possession of the WWE and World Heavyweight Championship belts? WWE Bragging Rights results courtesy Richard Trionfo of PWInsider.com: Welcome to...
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“Saw VI” Bombs as “Paranormal Activity” Wins Weekend Box Office

“Saw VI” Bombs as “Paranormal Activity” Wins Weekend Box Office

Though its second place, $7 million Friday debut was disappointing, “Saw VI” was still in respectable territory. If one were to ignore the fact that “Paranormal Activity” was the first horror/thriller to defeat a “Saw” film in its Friday debut since “The Grudge” topped the first movie, $7 million was still a respectable number–assuming...
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News on Judges’ Scores, Possible Rematch For UFC 104 Main Event

News on Judges’ Scores, Possible Rematch For UFC 104 Main Event

Though the low-profile nature of the fighters on the UFC 104 card has presented massive mainstream controversy from brewing, there has undoubtedly been a sense within the mixed martial arts community that the judges got it wrong with the UFC 104 “Machida vs. Shogun” main event. By no means would critics and observers argue...
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Did Lyoto Machida Remain Undefeated?, UFC 104 Results Report

Did Lyoto Machida Remain Undefeated?, UFC 104 Results Report

After initially getting a UFC rep for being an unengaging fighter, Lyoto Machida became one of the Light Heavyweight division’s most feared competitors with a crushing knockout win over Thiago Silva. He then gave Rashad Evans the same treatment to claim the UFC Championship. Would his streak of knockouts continue against Mauricio “Shogun” Rua?...
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RSS Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews

  • 87% Inception
    Smart, innovative, and thrilling, Inception is that rare summer blockbuster that succeeds viscerally as well as intellectually. […]
  • 29% Takers
    Takers boasts some gripping set pieces and keeps things moving quickly, but its two-dimensional characters, clichéd script, and brazenly derivative plot make it hard to recommend. […]
  • 71% The Last Exorcism
    It doesn't fully deliver on the chilly promise of its Blair Witch-style premise, but The Last Exorcism offers a surprising number of clever thrills. […]
  • 52% The Switch
    The Switch has an interesting premise and a charming cast; unfortunately, it also has a trite script that hews too close to tired rom-com formulas. […]
  • 39% The Expendables
    It makes good on the old-school action it promises, but given all the talent on display, The Expendables should hit harder. […]
  • 6% Vampires Suck
    Witlessly broad and utterly devoid of laughs, Vampires Suck represents a slight step forward for the Friedberg-Seltzer team. […]