
Starring: Freddy Rodriguez, John Leguizamo, Debra Messing, Alfred Molina, Jay Hernandez, Melonie Diaz, Vanessa Ferlito, Luis Guzman, Elizabeth Peña
Nothing Like the Holidays (2008)(Released date: 11/21/2008 (Wide))
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This week's film feature on MovieJungle.com is "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" directed by Raja Gosnell. The helmer has experience in the comedy and adventure dramas with credits at the helm for 2005's "Yours, Mine and Ours," both "Scooby Doo" flicks as well as Martin Lawrence starrer "Big Momma's House" and 1999's "Never Been Kissed."
The Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures' film features the voice talents of Drew Barrymore as Chloe, a "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" who gets lost in Mexico and needs aid in order to make it back to her upper-crust lifestyle.
Andy Garcia comes in as Delgado, a German Shephered, George Lopez is doggone funny Chihuahua Papi who has the hots for Chloe, Cheech Marin voices the sly rat Manuel, Paul Rodriguez plays Chico, Edward James Olmos is there too, Piper Perabo is a human and, there's even Plácido Domingo as Monte.
A family film to get you howling...whether that will be a good or bad thing remains to be seen.
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Beverly Hills Chihuahua(2008)(Released date: October 3, 2008)
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Starring: Piper Perabo, Manolo Cardona, Eugenio Derbez and Jamie Lee Curtis, with the voices of Andy Garcia, Plácido Domingo, George Lopez, Edward James Olmos, Paul Rodriguez, Cheech Marin, Luis Guzman, Eddie "Piolin" Sotelo, and Drew Barrymore as the voice of Chloe
Crew Credits:
Directed By:
Raja Gosnell
Written By:
Analisa LaBianco and Jeff Bushell
Produced By:
John Jacobs, Todd Lieberman, David Hoberman
With the film geared up for release soon, sit back and enjoy some amusing clips from Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures' "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" starring Piper Perabo, Manolo Cardona, Eugenio Derbez and Jamie Lee Curtis, with the voices of Andy Garcia, Plácido Domingo, George Lopez, Edward James Olmos, Paul Rodriguez, Cheech Marin, Luis Guzman, Eddie "Piolin" Sotelo, and Drew Barrymore as the voice of Chloe.
Raja Gosnell (known for his work on "Yours, Mine and Ours" and the "Scooby Doo" films) directs from the screenplay by Analisa LaBianco and Jeffrey Bushell based on the story by Bushell.
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What's this about?
Chloe (voice of DREW BARRYMORE), a diamond-clad, bootie wearing Beverly Hills Chihuahua enjoys her luxurious lifestyle so much, she hardly notices Papi (voice of GEORGE LOPEZ), a hilarious Chihuahua who happens to be crazy for Chloe. But when the most pampered pooch gets lost in Mexico with only a street-wise German Shepherd (voice of ANDY GARCIA) to help her find her way home, Papi heads south of the border -- joining forces with a motley crew: three dogs (voices of PLÁCIDO DOMINGO, LUIS GUZMAN and EDDIE PIOLIN SOTELO), two humans (PIPER PERABO, MANOLO CARDONA), a sly rat (voice of CHEECH MARIN) and a nervous iguana (voice of PAUL RODRIGUEZ) to rescue his true love.
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We are pleased to offer you the second trailer and a clip entitled "Chainsaw" for the Overture Films film "Nothing Like the Holidays" featuring an outstanding cast including Freddy Rodriguez, John Leguizamo, Debra Messing, Alfred Molina, Jay Hernandez, Melonie Diaz, Vanessa Ferlito, Luis Guzman and Elizabeth Peña.
Alfredo De Villa, director of "Adrift in Manhattan" and "Yellow," helms the comedy/drama. Screenplay is by Alison Swan and Rick Najera based on the story by Robert Teitel and Rene M. Rigal.
This looks like a hilarious comedy we're sure to visit at some point. The film releases on December 12th.
Movie Synopsis:
If theres one thing everyone can agree on, its that family time isnt always a walk in the park. In Nothing Like the Holidays, two of todays most talented actors, John Leguizamo (The Happening, The Take) and Freddy Rodriguez (Six Feet Under, Bobby), join Debra Messing (Will & Grace, The Starter Wife), Alfred Molina (The Da Vinci Code, Spider-Man 2), and director Alfredo de Villa (the award-winning Washington Heights) to tell the humorous and heartwarming story of one unforgettable family holiday.
Its Christmastime and the far-flung members of the Rodriguez family are converging at their parents home in Chicago to celebrate the season and rejoice in their youngest brothers safe return from combat overseas. For Jesse (Freddy Rodriguez), coming home has rekindled feelings for an old flame, although she cant seem to forgive him for leaving. His older sister Roxanna, a struggling actress, has been chasing her Hollywood dreams for years with little to show for it. And much to the dismay of their mother Anna (Elizabeth Peña), eldest brother Mauricio (John Leguizamo) brings home a high-powered executive wife (Debra Messing) who would rather raise capital than a child.
In the course of one eventful week, traditions will be celebrated, secrets revealed and major life decisions made. It all begins when Anna announces to her children she is divorcing their father Eduardo (Alfred Molina). The shock waves from this familial upheaval prompt Roxanna, Mauricio and Jesse, each in their own way, to reevaluate the past and rethink the future. But when the Rodriguezes learn that one of their own is facing a true crisis, they instinctively pull together: Old resentments are forgotten, familial bonds are re-affirmed and the healing power of laughter works its magic as the family discovers they are much stronger than they ever realized.
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Nothing Like the Holidays(2008)(Released date: 12/12/2008 (Wide))
"Bolt" - New images in!Wednesday, June 3, 2009 6:59 PM | From MovieJungle
More "Bolt" news for animation fans. We've just added an exclusive clip from the comedy, now see new pics from Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures "Bolt" starring John Travolta, Miley Cyrus, Susie Essman, Mark Walton, Malcolm McDowell, James Lipton, Greg Germann, Diedrich Bader, Nick Swardson, J.P. Manoux, Dan Fogelman, Kari Wahlgren, Chloe Moretz and Randy Savage. Travolta lends his voice to the main character of the film and should secure some good numbers for the studio, although, as previously mentioned, this does open against one of the most sought after films this year in "Twilight." He's filming the Tony Scott helmed "The Taking of Pelham 123" with Denzel Washington and Luis Guzman which finds theatres on the 31st of July next year. The original film of 1974 starred Walter Matthae and Robert Shaw. What's this about? From Walt Disney Pictures comes an animated comedy adventure featuring a super-dog named BOLT (voice of JOHN TRAVOLTA), whose days are filled with danger and intrigueat least until the cameras stop rolling. When the star of a hit TV show is accidentally shipped from his Hollywood soundstage to New York City, he begins his biggest adventure yeta cross-country journey through the real world to get back to his owner and co-star, Penny (voice of MILEY CYRUS). Armed only with the delusions that all his amazing feats and powers are real, and the help of two unlikely traveling companionsa jaded, abandoned housecat named Mittens (voice of SUSIE ESSMAN) and a TV-obsessed hamster named Rhino (voice of MARK WALTON)Bolt discovers he doesnt need superpowers to be a hero. Directed by Disney veterans Chris Williams and Byron Howard, BOLT is a hilarious, fun-filled, action-packed animated comedy adventure in Disney Digital 3-D.
Feature: The Best of the Cast of "Nothing Like the Holidays"Wednesday, June 3, 2009 6:59 PM | From MovieJungle
To mark the release of Overture Films' "Nothing like the Holidays" comedy, we've thrown together a list films we remember the leading cast members the most by. Have your own list? Add it for others see below. Nothing Like the Holidays stars Alfred Molina, Elizabeth Peña, John Leguizamo, Debra Messing, Freddy Rodriguez, Jay Hernandez, Melonie Diaz, Vanessa Ferlito and Luis Guzman. Release is set for December 12. For those unfamiliar with the story, read below, otherwise, please feel free skip past to the list. Whats it about? If theres one thing everyone can agree on, its that family time isnt always a walk in the park. In Nothing Like the Holidays, two of todays most talented actors, John Leguizamo (The Happening, The Take) and Freddy Rodriguez (Six Feet Under, Bobby), join Debra Messing (Will & Grace, The Starter Wife), Alfred Molina (The Da Vinci Code, Spider-Man 2), and director Alfredo de Villa (the award-winning Washington Heights) to tell the humorous and heartwarming story of one unforgettable family holiday. Its Christmastime and the far-flung members of the Rodriguez family are converging at their parents home in Chicago to celebrate the season and rejoice in their youngest brothers safe return from combat overseas. For Jesse (Freddy Rodriguez), coming home has rekindled feelings for an old flame, although she cant seem to forgive him for leaving. His older sister Roxanna, a struggling actress, has been chasing her Hollywood dreams for years with little to show for it. And much to the dismay of their mother Anna (Elizabeth Peña), eldest brother Mauricio (John Leguizamo) brings home a high-powered executive wife (Debra Messing) who would rather raise capital than a child. In the course of one eventful week, traditions will be celebrated, secrets revealed and major life decisions made. It all begins when Anna announces to her children she is divorcing their father Eduardo (Alfred Molina). The shock waves from this familial upheaval prompt Roxanna, Mauricio and Jesse, each in their own way, to reevaluate the past and rethink the future. But when the Rodriguezes learn that one of their own is facing a true crisis, they instinctively pull together: Old resentments are forgotten, familial bonds are re-affirmed and the healing power of laughter works its magic as the family discovers they are much stronger than they ever realized. The List: Alred Molina:
Super-talented and versatile, Mr. Molina is one of the most respected actors one can find. Spider-Man fans remember him from his role as Dr. Otto Octavius (a.k.a. Doctor Octopus) in the second film in the series. Other high-profile roles include in Ron Howards The Da Vinci Code as Bishop Aringarosa. The one we like the most is in 2006s The Hoax with Richard Gere. Molina played to perfection the character of Dick Suskind, Geres awfully nervous and sweaty co-schemer. John Leguizamo:
We think this is by far John Leguizamos strongest role to date. The actor shone in Sebastian Corderos Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Prize nominated crime thriller. Another credit of note includes the strange 1997 comic book adaptation of Spawn where he turns in a great performance as Clown (a.k.a. Violator). Debra Messing:
You're probably wondering why "Will & Grace" isn't the feature in this case; in truth, I couldn't stand the series. In "Along Came Polly," Debra Messing co-stars as Lisa Kramer, the soon-to-be ex of her heartbroken new hubby Reuben Feffer (Ben Stiller). This comes after an all-bearing French islander sweeps her off her feet and into the sack during the honeymoon. Sexy, cheeky and not to be trusted, Lisa is a character we think Debra plays wonderfully. Jay Hernandez:
Jay Hernandez has certainly notched up credits in a fair share of genres; the actor starred in Eli Roths gruesome thriller Hostel, mixed it up with John Travolta and Joaquin Phoenix in Ladder 49, romanced Kirsten Dunst in Crazy/Beautiful in 2001 and more. We think his role in The Rookie is one the highlights of his career as well as a decent performance in the crime drama prequel Carlitos Way: Rise to Power. Elizabeth Peña: |