More Star Wars Blu-Ray Changes

By now you are well aware of the digital Yoda in The Phantom Menace, well now two more changes that have caught wind with fans on the upcoming Star Wars Saga Blu-Ray release have to do with the original trilogy.  In Return Of The Jedi, when The Emperor is torturing Luke as Vader looks on, Vader looks at both of them as he makes his fateful decision, well now he decides to cry out now as he throws The Emperor into the abyss.  Say what?  Yah it's true, it's a minor change but really unnecessary.  Watch the scene below, as well as the change made to Obi-Wan's scare tactic call to the Sand People in A New Hope. (Note: The Obi-Wan change is not confirmed yet)  All these changes but yet we still want Han to shoot first!

Close Up Pics Of The Man Of Steel's Costume

As Zach Snyder's Man Of Steel films in Plano, Illinois, set pictures are popping up everywhere.  Here are several closeups of star Henry Cavill in the Superman suit.  We know the changes he made tot he suit are subtle, but why jack with it at all.  This Superman looks like he's from a what if story.  We really really want to like this movie and hope for the best, and it's hard to judge on early set pictures, but so far - not impressed.  The Man Of Steel opens in theaters in 2013.

New Real Steel Poster

Hugh Jackman's futuristic fighting movie hits theaters in October and here is the one sheet for it!

The Hunger Games Teaser Trailer

We at TMIAJ will be honest, we have no idea what The Hunger Games are but apparently it's a very popular series of books and a movie is coming.  The first teaser trailer for the film is out and well, here it is!

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The T.G.I.F. Girl - August 26, 2011

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Aliens: Colonial Marines Gameplay Trailer

Aleins: Colonial Marines is the new video game from Sega set in the Alien universe after events in Alien 3.  Check out the awesome new game play trailer below!

Four New Clips From The Walking Dead Season 2

AMC has released these four new clips from Season 2 of The Walking Dead!

New CGI Yoda On Episode I Blu-Rays

The Complete Star Wars Saga hits Blu-Ray in a few weeks, and rumors had been wild that the puppet Yoda was replaced in Episode I - The Phantom Menace with a CGI Yoda.  It's confirmed now as you can see in the video below.  Early reviews are hitting and saying many such small changes have been made to tweak the films on the new Blu-Rays.  Stay tuned for more!

Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Returns To Imax Screens

In case you didn't get a chance to see it in during it's run, Transformers: Dark Of The Moon will be returning to IMAX screens starting August 26th and run until September 8th.  Despite the groans over Michael Bay, it really was the best film in the series, and the last hour alone was worth it.  Optimus Prime was one bad motherfucker in this movie.

Green Lantern Extended Cut Coming To Blu-Ray

Green Lantern will be hitting DVD and Blu-Ray on October 14th and it's interesting to note that an extended cut will be included on the Blu-Ray edition.  What is being included in this cut is not known yet but TMIAJ will keep you posted.  Specs are as follows:

Blu-ray Combo Pack:
Extended Cut
Theatrical Film
Maximum Movie Mode with Picture in Picture Pods
The Universe According to Green Lantern
Ryan Reynolds Becomes Green Lantern                                             Justice League #1 Digital Comic 
Additional Scenes 
Preview of Green Lantern: The Animated Series 

DVD:
Preview of the Justice League #1 Digital Comic 
Preview of Green Lantern: The Animated Series
                                                                             
                                                                        

                                                                             

Betrayal Of The Planet Of The Apes Comics Coming Soon

As Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes continues to do well at the box office, Boom Studios has announced a brand new mini series titled Betrayal Of The Planet Of The Apes.  The four issues series is set to take release in november and will take place just before the original 1968 Planet Of The Apes film.  The creative team recently spoke with Comic Book Resources and had this to say:  

COMIC BOOK RESOURCES: As you've mentioned, your miniseries is set just before the first film. What made you want to tackle this era?
HARDMAN: When we first pitched the story, we assumed it would need to be set at the same time as the ongoing. The one big note that came back on our pitch was to set it in the classic movieera and include characters like Dr. Zaius. We didn't need a lot of convincing to make the change. Honestly, we were thrilled. It made perfect sense for our story and I couldn't be any more excited to work with the iconic elements of the films.
BECHKO: Truly, it was serendipity.
COMIC BOOK RESOURCES: What storytelling opportunities does this particular moment in time allow?
BECHKO: As I said before, I love the character of Dr. Zaius. The first film makes it clear that ape society was in a state of flux even before Taylor's crew landed. We now have the opportunity to explore that a little bit, and to see Dr. Zaius as a younger ape in a changing world.
HARDMAN: We also have the chance to expand the world of the original movies, introducing new locations and characters. That said, we are hyper-aware of keeping these new elements true to the feel of PotA. I've always been disappointed by licensed books that aren't able to capture the tone of the originals. We're doing everything in our power to make sure that doesn't happen here.

Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengeance Trailer

The first trailer for the Ghost Rider sequel, Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengeance, has arrived.  Watch it now!

The T.G.I.F. Girl - August 19, 2011

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Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengeance Teaser Poster

To the left is the first poster for Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengeance.  The trailer is expected to debut tomorrow, and TMIAJ will have it for you!

Ridley Scott Returning To Blade Runner

Ridley Scott is deep in production on his Alien spin off, Prometheus, but after that it looks like we may finally get a long talked about second Blade Runner film.  Here is the official press release from Warner Brothers. LOS ANGELES, CA, AUGUST 18, 2011—Three-time Oscar-nominated director Ridley Scott is set to helm a follow up to his own ground-breaking 1982 science fiction classic “Blade Runner” for Warner Bros-based financing and production company Alcon Entertainment.

Alcon co-founders and co-Chief Executive Officers Broderick Johnson and Andrew Kosove will produce with Bud Yorkin and Cynthia Sikes Yorkin, along with Ridley Scott. Frank Giustra and Tim Gamble, CEO’s of Thunderbird Films, will serve as executive producers.

The filmmakers have not yet revealed whether the theatrical project will be a prequel or sequel to the renowned original.

Alcon and Yorkin recently announced that they are partnering to produce “Blade Runner” theatrical sequels and prequels, in addition to all television and interactive productions.

The original film, which has been singled out as the greatest science-fiction film of all time by a majority of genre publications, was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.” The film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry in 1993 and is frequently taught in university courses. In 2007, it was named the 2nd most visually influential film of all time by the Visual Effects Society.

State Kosove and Johnson: “It would be a gross understatement to say that we are elated Ridley Scott will shepherd this iconic story into a new, exciting direction. We are huge fans of Ridley’s and of the original ‘Blade Runner.’ This is once in a lifetime project for us.”

Scott is represented by David Wirtschafter at WME and David Nochinson at Ziffren Brittenham.

Released by Warner Bros. almost 30 years ago, “Blade Runner” was adapted by Hampton Fancher and David Peoples from Philip K. Dick’s groundbreaking novel “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” and directed by Scott following his landmark “Alien.” The film was nominated for two Academy Awards (Best Visual Effects, and Best Art Direction). Following the filming of “Blade Runner,” the first of Philip K. Dick’s works to be adapted into a film, many other of Dick’s works were likewise adapted, including “Total Recall,” “A Scanner Darkly,” “Minority Report,” “Paycheck,” and the recent “The Adjustment Bureau,” among others.

Wes Craven Series Mondo Posters

The Mondo Company is at it again with more amazing posters.  They are currently producing a series of posters based on classic Wes Craven films.  Here are posters for A Nightmare On Elm Street 3, and Swamp Thing.

Underworld: Awakening Trailer

Kate Beckinsdale returns to the role of Selene in the latest installment of the Underworld series titled Underworld: Awakening.  Expect more Lycan versus Vampire action in cinemas soon!

Second Red Tails Trailer & Poster

Red Tails is the new film from executive producer George Lucas' Lucasfilm division.  You may have heard of the guy.  The first trailer was pretty good and now a new trailer is out along with the films poster!  Watch the new trailer below.

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Vid Pick Of The Week: Star Wars The Clone Wars Season 4 Extended Trailer

Star Wars The Clone Wars Season 4 is just a month away and this brand new extended trailer gives us a look at what we can expect!  It is our Vid Pick Of The Week!

Bradley Cooper Exits The Crow

Bradley Cooper was set to star as Eric Draven in the proposed remake of The Crow, but has now officially walked away from the project due to scheduling conflicts.  Word is that Channing Tatum or Mark Wahlberg may fill the role.  Let's hope neither fills the role and this project just dies.  holly wood doesn't have to remake every damn movie and The Crow doesn't need a remake!  If Tatum or Wahlberg got the role, we hope that Brandon Lee rises from the grave and kicks their asses himself for considering making this film!

The Rock Is Roadblock

G.I. Joe 2 is currently filming and The Rock has joined the fun this time playing Roadblock.  Let's hope he makes the film more watchable than the first one.  He took this picture of himself on set and shared it with the world!

A Third Immortals Trailer

Immortals is hitting theaters on November 11th, and yes it's from the producers of 300, so the similarities are notable but visually there could be a lot to dig about this flick.  Here is the third trailer for the film so judge for yourself!

New Batman Year One Images

Batman Year One hits DVD and Blu-Ray on October 18th from Warner Premiere, and here are a few new stills from the animated film!

Retroplex Cinema: The Planet Of The Apes Saga Part 3 - The Television & Cartoon Shows

 

Welcome to the final part of our 3 part look at the original Planet Of The Apes saga.  As Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes swings through theaters, we have looked at the original film and it's sequels, now a look at the television and cartoon shows that aired, along with some other fun stuff you may have not seen before!

Part 1  -Planet Of The Apes
Part 2 - The Sequels
Part 3 The Television Show & Cartoon

Planet Of The Apes: The TV Series (1974):  The series based on the successful film franchise was short lived, yet memorable in the hearts of fans.  The series ran from September 13, 1974 to December 20, 1974 and featured Roddy McDowall, who starred in the original Planet Of The Apes films! . Although fourteen episodes were produced, only 13 were originally networked; the 14th episode (shown in some markets, but pre-empted in others) was included in the DVD box set which is now available. Fox had promised to include promotional materials and trailers for the episodes with the DVD set, but no such footage was included.
      Synopsis: The series begins on March 21, 3085 with the crash of an Earth spaceship, that encountered a time warp while approaching Alpha Centauri on August 19, 1980. The spaceship is manned by three NASA astronauts, one of whom has died in the crash. The other two astronauts are unconscious but are rescued by a human who carries them to an old bomb shelter. After the human opens a book containing historical text and pictures of Earth circa 2500, the two astronauts are convinced that they are indeed on a future Earth.
     The crash is also witnessed by a young chimpanzee who tells his father, a village official who alerts the authorities. Ape counselor Zaius (an analog of the Dr. Zaius character from the original movie), notes that another such incident occurred ten years earlier. He orders the head gorilla, General Urko (Mark Lenard), to find the humans and bring them back alive. Zaius wants to find out as much as he can about the humans before they are eventually killed. Zaius doesn't trust General Urko to follow his orders and bring back any surviving humans, so he sends along his newly-hired chimpanzee assistant, Galen (Roddy McDowall, who played Cornelius and Caesar in most of the film versions).

     The two astronauts, Colonel Alan Virdon (Ron Harper) and Major Peter J. Burke (James Naughton), go back to their ship to check the ship's chronometer. They are more than 1000 years in the future from when they left Earth. Virdon insists on retrieving the ship's flight log in the hopes that they will be able to analyze it and be able to return to their own time period, but while they are at the ship, they are captured, and the old man is subsequently killed by a group of apes.

     Galen finds the human book that the old man had been carrying. He reads parts of the book and begins to doubt the history that he has been told: apes have always been dominant, and humans have always been inferior and subservient. When Galen finds out that Urko has arranged for the two astronauts to escape and be killed in the attempt, he prevents the shooter and helps the humans escape.
     Galen discusses the book that he found with Zaius, who then accuses him of heresy. Galen is sentenced to death for his crime. The two astronauts find out about his sentence and rescue Galen. They are all then declared enemies of the state and become fugitives. The three fugitives wander around the territory that used to be the western United States having various encounters with apes, humans, and old human civilization ruins.
In 1981, several episodes of the series were edited into five made-for-television movies.

Back to the Planet of the Apes
Forgotten City of the Planet of the Apes
Treachery and Greed on the Planet of the Apes
Life, Liberty and Pursuit on the Planet of the Apes
Farewell to the Planet of the Apes 

The television series also spawned it's own merchandise.  Novelizations of several episodes as well as audio stories and filmstrip stories that were comprised of 32 short comic strip films that to this day are very rare!  As you read past the cartoon series, take a look at some pictures of some of the merchandise spawned from the Planet Of The Apes film and television series.

The television series was by no means a success, but it showed that the Planet Of The Apes series had lasting appeal and the saga wouldn't end there.  Before long, an animated series was on television!

A newspaper clipping advertising the debut of the Planet Of The Apes television series!

Return To The Planet Of The Apes (1975) depicted a technologically advanced society, complete with automobiles, film, and television; as such it more closely resembled both Boulle's original novel and early concepts for the first Apes movie which were changed due to budgetary limitations in the late 1960s.
     Produced following the last of the big-screen features and a short-lived live action TV series, this series was among the last Planet of the Apes projects for several years, aside from a number of comic books from Marvel Comics and Adventure Comics, and a series of audio adventures from Power Records.The next project based upon Boulle's concepts would be Tim Burton's reimagining a quarter century later.
     Along with the second film Beneath the Planet of the Apes, this is one of only two original Planet of the Apes productions in which Roddy McDowall was not involved.  The series features very 1970's style animation, where things only move if they have to!

     Airing on NBC, the series premiered on September 6, 1975 and was broadcast until September 4, 1976, although only thirteen episodes were produced. The series aired Saturday mornings at 11:00am Eastern/10:00am Central.  The series was later shown in reruns on the Sci Fi Channel in 1992 as part of Sci Fi Cartoon Quest.
     Synopsis:   As with the film and the live-action series, Return to the Planet of the Apes involved a handful of astronauts from Earth who were hurtled into the future and found themselves stuck in a world populated by advanced apes and primitive humans. Over the course of the thirteen episodes the astronauts attempted to keep one step ahead of the apes while at the same time trying to make some sense of what had happened. Additionally, they did their best to safeguard the human population from the apes.

     Each episode was self-contained to an extent. The story threads did weave in and out, with characters and plots from earlier episodes popping up in later ones. In order for the series to make any sense, the episodes need to be viewed in order.
     The animated series does chronologically fit with the rest of the Apes universe. It borrows characters and elements from the movies, the TV series, and the original novels. General Urko is borrowed from the TV series. Along with Zaius, Zira, and Cornelius, Brent (renamed here as Ron Brent) and Nova are from the movie series. Krador and the Underdwellers in the animated series are loosely based on the mutants in Beneath the Planet of the Apes.
     As with the live action television series, the animated series was concluded before the resolution of the storyline, and we do not learn if the astronauts are able to return to their own time period. But the animated series does otherwise offer a conclusion. Doctor Zaius, in recognising the threat of a military overthrow from General Urko, assures that he is relieved of command. Further, Cornelius and Zira, in recognising that Simian Society was established long after human society had deteriorated, believed that the time was right for humans to be offered equal rights to that of apes, and intend to present their proposition to the Senate.

     The series only saw 13 episodes produced but for years, a 14th unfilmed episode, "A Date With Judy," was thought to have existed since one of the novelizations lists it in the book's contents. However, that was actually an early title for the episode "The Unearthly Prophecy."  Several of the episodes were aired out of order. For example, the episode "Terror on Ice Mountain" should be viewed before the episode "Battle of the Titans", but the former was mistakenly aired after the latter. Likewise, the episode "Lagoon of Peril" should be viewed after the episode "Tunnel of Fear". The last episode to air, "River of Flames", should be viewed after "The Unearthly Prophecy", if the series is to be viewed in the proper order.  Despite it's flaws, the series has it's place in Planet Of The Apes lore just as the live action television show does and for many, it remains a nice piece of nostalga.

This poster was released to promote screenings of all five films in theaters showing for the whole day!

 The two posters to the right are quad posters used to promote the first two films in the franchise.

Beneath The Planet Of The Apes features just a cameo of Charlton Heston at the end of the film, because he didn't want to make a sequel but the studio insisted on him at least appearing briefly!










The treehouse playset was one of many items produced by Mego to tie in with the Planet Of The Apes films and television series.

This ad was used in Marvel Comics to promote the upcoming comic book series based on Planet Of The Apes!











The Mego Toy commercials!
 

This is the opening of the excellent documentary, Behind The Planet Of The Apes which you can find on the DVD and Blu-Ray sets!  Both can be ordered below!

New Trailer For Star Wars: The Complete Saga Blu-Ray

Star Wars: The Complete Saga hits Blu-Ray on September 12th.  Here is a brand new trailer for the release!

The T.G.I.F. Girl - August 12, 2011

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Sparks Fly In This Conan Poster

There was a new poster yesterday from Conan The Barbarian, then last night we posted this new poster on the TMIAJ Facebook Page!

Harold & Kumar Return This Holiday Season

Harold & Kumar are returning to theaters in A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas.  Enjoy the trailer and be prepared for the insanity this Holiday season!

Japanese Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes Poster

The news for Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes doesn't quit coming.  This cool new poster is for the Japan release of the film!

Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes Pays Tribute To The Original Films

Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes continues to bring int he money at theaters, but did you know there are several nods to the original series of Planet Of The Apes films in the new version.  The obvious one is Tom Felton's character saying the line "Take your stinkin’ paw off me you damn dirty ape!” is the obvious one.  Hero Complex though has several more you may have missed.  Check out their article here explaining the references in Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes!

New Conan The Barbarian Poster

Conan The Barbarian is getting ready to hit theaters and this very cool new poster has just been released for the film.

New Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes Promo Posters

Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes is already in North American theaters, and this weekend it hits in the U.K. and several other countries.  These new promo posters ave been released in the U.K. for the release!

Batman Arkham City Toys Revealed

Mattel has recently unveiled new toys based on the upcoming video game Batman: Arkham City.  The toys featured in the line for the first wave are Batman, Robin, and Two-Face!  Expect to find these in stores around the time the game hits stores in October.