Summer TV gives us good prospects Jun 20, 2008
The show is about an art school graduate who is recruited by a mysterious hero to solve complicated problems from aliens, monsters, artificially enhanced gorillas who talk like Scarface, and so on. It s kind of like Men in Black, with a tiny fraction of the budget and the rapid-fire screwball dialogue of Gilmore Girls. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Making sense of the AFI's 'Top 10 Films in 10 Genres' list Jun 19, 2008
On the plus side, a lot of truly great movies are on the list; any list that encourages viewers to rediscover The Thief of Baghdad, the 1932 Scarface, McCabe & Mrs. Miller, Annie Hall, Harold and Maude, The Verdict, Witness for the Prosecution, Anatomy of a Murder, In Cold Blood, All Quiet on the Western Front, and Reds is doing a great service ... The Gangster genre included the silly Scarface movie but left out The Departed (or Infernal Affairs), Casino, and Heat. (Entertainment Weekly)
Oldies are goldies in top ten list Jun 18, 2008
Scarface: The Shame of a Nation, 1932. 7. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
American Film Institute Releases Top Films Jun 18, 2008
"Miracle on 34th Street, 1947. 6. "Field of Dreams," 1989. 7. "Harvey," 1950. 8. "Groundhog Day," 1993. 9. "The Thief of Bagdad," 1924. 10. "Big," 1988. GANGSTER 1. "The Godfather," 1972. 2. "Goodfellas," 1990. 3. "The Godfather Part II," 1974. 4. "White Heat," 1949. 5. "Bonnie and Clyde," 1967. 6. "Scarface: The Shame of a Nation," 1932. 7. "Pulp Fiction," 1994. 8. "The Public Enemy," 1931. 9. "Little Caesar," 1930. 10. "Scarface," 1983. SCIENCE FICTION 1. "2001: A Space Odyssey," 1968. 2.... (FOX23 News, NY)
AFI picks best films in 10 categories Jun 18, 2008
Gangster: "The Godfather," "GoodFellas," "The Godfather Part II," "White Heat," "Bonnie and Clyde," "Scarface: The Shame of a Nation," "Pulp Fiction," "The Public Enemy," "Little Caesar," "Scarface.". Science fiction: "2001," "Star Wars: Episode IV -- A New Hope," "E.T. -- The Extra-Terrestrial," "A Clockwork Orange," "The Day the Earth Stood Still," "Blade Runner," "Alien," "Terminator 2: Judgment Day," "Invasion of the Body Snatchers," "Back to the Future.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
AFI names top 10 films in 10 genres: Did they get it right? Jun 18, 2008
Did the gangster genre need to include two versions of Scarface ... 141 SCARFACE: THE SHAME OF A NATIONUnited Artists, 1932 ... 142 SCARFACEUniversal, 1983. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Cheapskate or creative romantic? Jun 17, 2008
For a date less than $30, Carrie Lynn Harrison heads on a Saturday night to Anthony Jr.'s Restaurant and Pizzeria in Coraopolis, a neighborhood Italian restaurant where she gets a heaping plate of Scarface pasta -- penne with fresh mushrooms, white chicken breast and Alfredo sauce -- for $12. 99. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
@t bat music: Boston Red Sox Jun 14, 2008
" Critic commentary: "With the MLB record for most consecutive errorless games, this Gold Glove first baseman obviously plays for keeps -- like the movie character this sizzling track samples from 'Scarface. " --Scott Poulson-Bryant, author, veteran music journalist and baseball nut Jason Varitek, C Song: "Me and My Gang" by Rascal Flatts Varitek: "I don't really hear it 99 percent of the time. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
A Star Is Reborn Jun 8, 2008
But in short order she proved that she can also be funny ("Married to the Mob"), vulnerable ("The Age of Innocence") and tough as a red-lacquered fingernail ("Scarface"). At the height of her career, in the 1980s and early 1990s, it didn't seem possible that someone of such stunning physical beauty could possess the chops of a character actress. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
De Palma's Stranglers Jun 5, 2008
A salute to the director of Scarface and Carrie. One False Move director to helm serial killer pic. (IGN FilmForce)
Put this in your playbook Jun 5, 2008
The "Scarface" director has signed on to make "The Boston Stranglers" based on Susan Kelly's book "The Boston Stranglers: The Public Conviction of Albert DeSalvo and the True Story of Eleven Shocking Murders." No word on whether the film about the infamous killings and their controversial resolution will actually be shot in Boston. To this day, many question whether DeSalvo was the actual killer. (Boston Globe)
N.J. Couple Arrested for Running Drug Smuggling Ring Jun 4, 2008
"It's like something out of the movie 'Scarface,"' McAleer said. "They had walk-in closets where there were 100 pairs of Prada shoes, still in the boxes. There were so many they had Polaroid photos taped to the boxes to keep track of them. "There were also 100 Rolex watches," McAleer said. "I'm not sure Donald Trump has 100 Rolex watches. (Fox News)
* World News Quick Take Jun 4, 2008
Its like something out of the movie Scarface K There were also 100 Rolex watches. Im not sure Donald Trump has 100 Rolex watches. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hawks Flies Again Jun 1, 2008
IF only Howard Hawks had hosted a TV show, he might be as well known today as Alfred Hitchcock, whose fame is based as much on his films as his TV persona. (No putdown in tended. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
American Film Institute Brings the Best of Hollywood Together to Celebrate AFI's 10 TOP 10 on the CBS Television Network, June 17, 2008 May 30, 2008
This year, the jury was asked to choose up to 10 movies per genre from a comprehensive list, including entries such as: Animated: PINOCCHIO (1941) and SHREK (2001); Fantasy: KING KONG (1933) and THE LORD OF THE RINGS (2001); Sci-Fi: THE WAR OF THE WORLDS (1953) and THE MATRIX (1999); Gangster: SCARFACE (1932) and THE DEPARTED (2006); Westerns: THE SEARCHERS (1956) and UNFORGIVEN (1992); Sports: THE PRIDE OF THE YANKEES (1942) and SEABISCUIT (2003); Romantic Comedy: IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT (1934)... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Potty for Portishead May 29, 2008
These include Snap Yo Fingers (by Lil Jon, E-40 and Sean Paul), My Baby (Lil Romeo), 2 Real (Scarface Presents The Product), Thug Stories (Bone Thugs ny), Shut It Down (Master P) and Bojangles (Pitbull). Various Artistes Arias Universal Music. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Handicapping the Prizes at Cannes May 25, 2008
The panorama of malefactors includes: a 13 year-old boy who is initiated into the mob by being shot point blank while wearing a bullet-proof vest, something like a Mafia bar mitzvah ("Now you are a man"); a middle-management toughie who, like Tony Soprano, is in the waste removal business (the Camorra holds a monopoly in this industry), dumping drums of toxic sludge; and two punks who quote the Pacino Scarface and think they've hit the jackpot when they stumble on a weapons stash ("Let's rack up... (Time.com)
The Lousy Politics of the Roots May 23, 2008
He thinks he might be like Al Pacino in Scarface a movie people like him thrill to than a workaday cable installer making a mere decent living. Page. (Slate)
'GTA IV': Hitting the streets May 21, 2008
If you're worried about media reports about the game's violence and vulgarity, it's really not too different from a solid gangster movie such as Scarface or Goodfellas. Local Entertainment. (Florida Times-Union)
Scarface Review May 20, 2008
IGN: Scarface: Money, Power, Respect Review ... Scarface: MPR is the latest top down GTA-style game where you control Tony Montana on a quest to rid the city of your competition ... Closing CommentsScarface is an ok shoot-em-up, but the control scheme just hobbles it. (IGN Wireless Games)
Studio Hopes Hispanics Find 'Nacho' Tasty May 18, 2008
A case in point: Marisa Tomei (an American of Italian descent) playing a Cuban refugee in the 1995 movie "The Perez Family." Or even Al Pacino (of Sicilian descent) playing Cuban immigrant Tony Montana in "Scarface.". Ms. Pistor says the filmmakers did a quick survey of friends and discovered that Mr. Black was a popular figure in the Latino community after his role in the hit comedy "The School of Rock." There was another challenge: The character Nacho, out of shape and blundering, could be... (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
'Thank God hip-hop came along' May 17, 2008
Al Pacino played two of the greatest gangster figures of the postwar period in Scarface and The Godfather: Tony Montana and Michael Corleone ... I'm in the Scarface game, which teaches you how to sell drugs, and I was in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas ... Obviously those Grand Theft Auto guys were very canny because they tied in to Scarface, they tied in to hip-hop. (Guardian Unlimited)
Vincent Cassel as France's 'Public Enemy Number One' May 15, 2008
They feel that the name Mesrine resonates with young people today, as does Al Pacino's Scarface. Jacques Mesrine, the restless son of middle-class parents, went off to fight in Algeria and came back to start a new life, as bank robber, killer and escape artist. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Terror in the park May 14, 2008
Web search enhanced by. Wednesday May 14, 2008. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Letters to Louis May 8, 2008
The Crazy's not something we just scan in gossip blogs - it's in our lives, all around us, bombarding us, like oxygen or Scarface posters. Also doesn't help if we generate the Crazy ourselves, constantly - which I certainly do. (Daily Iowan, IA)
It's Not Just About Killing Hookers Anymore May 2, 2008
The narrative of GTA IV is a variation on the rags-to-riches tales found in gangster movies dating back to the original Scarface and. (Only you don't get your just deserts in GTA. Or if you do get your just deserts, you can simply restart from your last save point and try again. (Slate)
Man caves unleashed May 2, 2008
Specifically, it is my St. Louis Rams-themed, big-screen-HDTV with DVD, dark cave with mini-fridge full of refreshments, X-Box 360, elliptical exercise machine, hide-a-bed, Scarface dart board man with access to a grill on the patio man cave. It comes complete with adjoining Dodger-themed, man-sized, comfort-height toilet and man cave bathroom. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
GTA not coming soon to a theater near you Apr 23, 2008
It would just be like a more recent scarface ... Of course anyone needing to see a GTA movie can just watch any number of the movies that gta spoofs on (early GuyRichie tino films and classics like scarface) or movies that you can tell were inspired by GTA. Anyone here seen Crank ... Let's face it, if GTA was translated into a film, how similar would it be to SO many other films out there - The Godfater, Layer Cake, Scarface, The Business - seen as GTA takes influence, it would just be plain. (GameSpot)
Smoltz feat worth witnessing Apr 23, 2008
That article makes you understand some of that Scarface bada@@ tude of Escobar and why he might be the type to flip a bat. Living your teenaged years with Fidel s goons stalking you will make you afraid of no one. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Rockstar execs keep low profile Apr 20, 2008
The creative muscles there, and at the "GTA" development studio in Scotland, are being pushed further than ever with "Grand Theft Auto IV." Rockstar is attempting to break the pattern of the last few games in which the content was heavily influenced by pop culture from the eras in which they were set -- '80s Miami for "Vice City" and early '90s L.A. for "San Andreas" -- including everything from the hip-hop scene to "Scarface." This game, Houser promises, is inspired only by Rockstar's... (Variety)
A sensational seventies thriller: "Sisters" Apr 18, 2008
The film is De Palma's first true thriller, and he would become known for his films in that genre, among which are "Obsession," "Body Double," "Dressed to Kill" and "Blow Out." He's also responsible for quite a few blockbusters, most notably "Carrie," "Mission: Impossible," "The Untouchables," and "Scarface." The cinematography and action sequences are brilliant in De Palma's films, which prominently feature elaborate set-pieces. A great example of what he's capable of would be the shoot-out on... (The New Hampshire, NH)
'American Gangster' plows familiar ground in superb fashion (1) Apr 13, 2008
(0) 'American Gangster' plows familiar ground in superb fashion By CHRISTY LEMIREAP Movie Critic Nov 09, 2007 - 15:05:18 CST So perhaps American Gangster, Ridley Scott s much-anticipated mobster epic, doesn t have a single original idea in its head, with its unshakable shades of Scarface and Serpico and Superfly. And maybe it s a half-hour too long this time of year, what film with awards ambitions isn t. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
REVEALED: Opening pages of Oliver Stone's 'W' script... Apr 9, 2008
Maybe you should go back to doing blow like you did when you wrote Scarface. That's the only film that you wrote that I can even stomach seeing without wanting to kick my television. (The Drudge Report)
Sex on the brain of financial risk takers Apr 7, 2008
Burnham said it could be all summed up in a famous line from the movie Scarface. "In this country, you gotta make the money first. Then when you get the money, you get the power. Then when you get the power, then you get the women.". (USA Today -- Tech)
Study: Men's brains link sex and money Apr 7, 2008
This all makes sense to Harvard economist Terry Burnham, author of the book "Mean Genes." Burnham said it could be all summed up in a famous line from the movie "Scarface.". "In this country, you gotta make the money first. Then when you get the money, you get the power. Then when you get the power, then you get the women.". (CNN -- Law)
Sex on the brain? Watch your wallet Apr 5, 2008
Burnham said it could be all summed up in a famous line from the movie Scarface. . (MSNBC -- Environment)
Crime and punishment Mar 31, 2008
Even the loathsome, psychotic, drug-dealing street scum that is Tony Montana in Brian De Palmas much revered, blood-and-sun-drenched 80s classic Scarface had his redeeming qualities. Heres an intelligent, driven man who stayed loyal to the conniving boss that helped him rise to the top of Miamis cocaine business until he was eventually sold out by him. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Move over Easter Bunny Mar 29, 2008
"Duke Nukem 3D" (PC) - There are dozens of video game Easter eggs referencing movies from "Scarface" to "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," but the comedy classic "Caddyshack" gets a nod in 1996's "Duke Nukem 3D." If players jump into the swimming pool in the Hotel Hell level, they'll find the infamous Baby Ruth chocolate bar sitting on the bottom. Unlike the one in Caddyshack, it doesn't float. (Timmins Daily Press)
Western Kentucky has had its eye on UCLA Mar 27, 2008
"How hard UCLA practiced Tuesday was interpreted differently by Howland and backup forward Alfred Aboya."We had a long practice [Tuesday] for this time of year, probably about 1 [hour] 40 [minutes], 1:45," Howland said. Aboya, who was watching the movie "Scarface" on a portable DVD player, said, "I don't call that practice. We just walked around. (Los Angeles Times)
'Drillbit Taylor,' why aren't you funny? Mar 22, 2008
Then again, Wade and Ryan are familiar with "Scarface," "Blade Runner" and "Fight Club" (inspiring the movie's most tasteless and funniest scene). If that's typical viewing for preteens, then this decidedly scrappy romp will look very mild indeed. (CNN -- Showbiz)
The Godfather Mar 21, 2008
Pacino does such a convincing line in cold, steely intensity that he was later hired to play mobsters in Scarface and Donnie Brasco. The supporting cast includes Robert Duvall, James Caan and Diane Keaton. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Review: Lost: Via Domus Mar 21, 2008
Maybe we're just spoiled in this day and age where a Scarface game actually has Al Pacino's voice on it, but it seems weird that only a few of the show's regulars were involved. The Ugly. (Dose.ca)
DVD REVIEW: AMERICAN GANGSTER Mar 19, 2008
Anyone who s seen Scarface , Goodfellas or indeed any mafia masterpiece you care to mention will see the end coming a mile off, and when compared to the true greats of the genre American Gangster comes up short. Sure, there s the great acting, interesting cameos (is that Cuba Gooding Jr.. (Suite101.com)
'Scarface,' 'Big Chill,' more: 25 years already? Mar 17, 2008
Big Chill,' 'Scarface' and more: 25 years already ... Big Chill,' 'Scarface' and more: 25 years already ... Scarface: Sometimes simply going over the top isn't enough. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Marketing Liberace to new audiences with a glitz blitz Mar 16, 2008
Liberace rates a shout-out in "Bling: The Hip-Hop Jewelry Book" as a pioneer of the luxe life - along with the movie "Scarface" and TV shows popular during hip-hop's infancy, "Dynasty," "Dallas," and "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.". "He was very flamboyant and had no hesitation in showing his wealth," says "Bling" coauthor Reggie Osse, a former music industry attorney. (Boston Globe)
Fabulous And (Turning) Fifty! Mar 15, 2008
Arguably one of Pfeiffer's most memorable roles is that of a cocaine-addicted trophy wife to Al Pacino's character in the 1983 classic, "Scarface." Pfeiffer was only 25 when she starred in "Scarface" and only 31 when she went on to star in the critically acclaimed "The Fabulous Baker Boys" as a young and talented singer. Next, Cagle talked about Annette Bening, who's appeared in a number of movies, but many argue that some of her best work was in "American Beauty," in which she plays a suburban... (CBS News -- Early Show)
King Of Tirades Mar 8, 2008
In his upcoming book, "Ten Bad Dates With De Niro," Richard Kelly dubs Pacino "Shouty Al" - famous for his "mighty apoplexies," "wig-out moments" and "general Sturm und Drang exhibitionism." His list of Pacino's ten wildest screen explosions is led by Al's rant in "Scarface" - "[Bleep] Caspar Gomez and [bleep] the [bleeping] Diaz brothers! [Bleep] 'em all! I bury those cock-a-roaches!" Kelly writes: "All paid-up Pacino fans require him to lose his rag and turn into Shouty Al at least once in a... (New York Post -- Gossip)
Torture flicks give ‘R’s a bad name Mar 6, 2008
Have you ever seen Scarface. There is a scene in there where someone is cut up with a chainsaw. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Six questions with Bucks Williams Mar 5, 2008
I love mob movies "Godfather", "Scarface". I saw "American Gangster" and it was good, real good. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Combs puts acting to the test in `Raisin' Feb 26, 2008
It's like if somebody came and did `Scarface. They should at least put in a courtesy call (to Al Pacino). (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
'Raisin in the Sun' Feb 25, 2008
"It's like if somebody came and did 'Scarface.' They should at least put in a courtesy call (to Al Pacino). So I called him up and he was honored and he told me to do it my way.". . (The Palm Beach Post)
Book Review: 'Storming Las Vegas' Feb 23, 2008
His reign of terror in 1999 and 2000 is the subject of "Storming Las Vegas," John Huddy's lurid account of the life and career of the master criminal the Las Vegas police code-named Tony Montana, after the character played by Al Pacino in "Scarface.". Huddy, a former columnist for The Miami Herald and now a television producer, cranks up the volume early in this chronicle of violence and vice in Sin City. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Broadway's 'Raisin in the Sun' comes to ABC Feb 21, 2008
"It's like if somebody came and did 'Scarface.' They should at least put in a courtesy call (to Al Pacino). So I called him up and he was honored and he told me to do it my way.". Copyright 2008 The. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Al Pacino to bond with 007 Feb 18, 2008
Pacino, who has also appeared in classics such as Scarface and Carlitos Way, is expected to film his scenes at Londons Pinewood Studios in April or May. In the movie, starring Daniel Craig as the British super spy, Bond is hunting down the terrorists responsible for the death of his love Vesper Lynd. (Times of India)
Blockbuster Broadway revival of ’Raisin in the Sun’ comes to ABC Feb 16, 2008
It s like if somebody came and did Scarface. They should at least put in a courtesy call (to Al Pacino). (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Al Pacino to star in new James Bond film Feb 15, 2008
Oscar-winner Al, 67, made his name in cult classics Scarface and The Godfather. He is expected to shoot his scenes in April. (Now Magazine Online)
Pop culture is getting an injection of meth Feb 15, 2008
When you think back on shows like Miami Vice and movies like Scarface, cocaine sort of inadvertently became glamorized, said Gilligan. It became associated with fast times and high living. (MSNBC -- News)
see all Berlin reviews Feb 11, 2008
Triple threat of tight scripting, impassioned playing and fluid helming sells 'Chiko' as a forceful Turkish-German 'Scarface. . (Variety)
The latest Cheerleader of the Week Feb 8, 2008
Movies I can't live without: All Pirates of the Caribbean movies, Scarface, Meet Joe Black, American Gangster. 4. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Psychological thriller to feature Bay area Feb 5, 2008
"The Messenger" will star Sonny Marinelli, who has appeared on "Days of Our Lives;" Mark Margolis, whose work includes "Scarface;" and Emmy nominee Obba Babatunde, whose appearances include "Philadelphia." There are about 70 people working on the movie locally. Related Industry News. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Obba Babatunde Feb 5, 2008
Psychological thriller to feature Bay area - Tampa Bay Business Journal. Members: Not Registered. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Creator George Lucas' Critically Acclaimed The Adventures Of Young Indiana Jones Comes to Its Thrilling Conclusion on DVD April 29 Feb 5, 2008
Al Scarface Capone: The Original Gangster. Prohibition: America on the Rocks. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Film: Thomas Langmann, a hot young producer, with 3 new films Jan 25, 2008
"He was like Scarface, a media hero, a legend," Langmann said. "Kids in the suburbs today know who he is.". (International Herald Tribune)
Christmas cracker Jan 20, 2008
Some of the biggest titles include Gears of War, World of Warcraft The Burning Crusade, The Sims 2 Pets, Pro Evolution Soccer 6, Battlefield 2142, Need for Speed Carbon, Dark Messiah of Might and Magic, SingStar Legends, Neverwinter Nights 2, Tony Hawk Project 8, Scarface, Buzz Sports, Cricket 2007, Medieval II: Total War, Call of Duty 3, Splinter Cell Double Agent, Rainbow Six Vegas, GTA Vice City Stories, Zelda Twilight Princess and Guitar Hero II.. Add recent big hitters like Dead Rising,... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
AFI's '100 Years' focusing on genres Jan 18, 2008
Films on the ballot for consideration include "Pinocchio" and "Shrek" for animation; "King Kong" (1933) and "The Lord of the Rings" for fantasy; "The War of the Worlds" (1953) and "The Matrix" for sci-fi; "Scarface" (1932) and "The Departed" for gangster pic; "The Searchers" and "Unforgiven" for Western; "The Pride of the Yankees" and "Seabiscuit" for sports movie; "It Happened One Night" and "My Best Friend's Wedding" for romantic comedy; "Witness for the Prosecution" and "A Few Good Men" for... (Variety)
