It has finally come to a close. One of the biggest franchises in film history, the HARRY POTTER franchise, has come to completion with its eighth and final film. We have watched the stars grow up and evolve into real actors, and seen the franchise turn from something popular, to something special.

On this week's episode, we review HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS: PART 2, and what we think the future holds for the series. You can check the episode out after the break!

And for listeners, e-mail [email protected] with your favorite film based off of a book for a chance to win one of two prize packs courtesy of Redbox.  Packs include one copy of BARNEY'S VERSION on DVD, as well as the bestselling novel from which it is based.  And remember, if you don't win, BARNEY'S VERSION is available to rent from Redbox for only $1 a night! E-mail your name and address by Wednesday, July 27th to win!

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What would it be like to be the son of Saddam Hussein? Even more troubling, what would it be like to be that son’s look-a-like? THE DEVIL’S DOUBLE takes this idea to extreme levels with Dominic Cooper taking on the challenge of playing both Hussein’s actual son, Uday Hussein, and his doppelganger, Latif Yahia. Composer Christian Henson (SANCTIFIED) takes up the task of creating the score for a world in which the stakes are always high and there are no rules. Henson unquestionably rises to the challenge, composing a score that is interesting, upsetting, and immersive. (more...)

Say what you will about the PARANORMAL ACTIVITY franchise, it sure is popular.

And now, thanks to the team of Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, a third PA film is quickly on its way to theaters.  PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 3 sees the viewer being privy to the story leading up to the original two films, involving a pair of sisters and their lives leading up to the events of PA 1 and 2.

Paramount has released a teaser for the film (hat tip to reader Diego Acevedo for the heads up), and I must say, while it looks like more of the same, that’s not wholly a bad thing. (more...)

While WB and DC may not be having a huge presence at this year’s Comic Con, they are definitely using this time to break some huge news.

WB has announced (via Superhero Hype) that they will be releasing Zack Snyder’s much talked-about Superman film, MAN OF STEEL, on June 14, 2013. The film was originally slated for a December release next year, but with rewrites pending and a little film entitled THE HOBBIT taking the winter slot next year, WB has made the executive decision to shift things around a bit. (more...)

More Comic-Con coverage coming at you! The stars of THE TWILIGHT SAGA, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner, and Robert Pattinson, as well as director Bill Condon took the stage to answer some press questions about the latest film.

They had a lot to say, covering everything from filming in Brazil to dealing with some very awkward moments. Check out what they had to say after the jump. (more...)

Picking up several Academy Award nominations throughout her exceptional career – one just last year for an amazing turn in THE KIDS ARE ALL RIGHT – Annette Bening is on board for what looks to be another amazing comedy.

Deadline Hollywood reveals that the actress has officially signed on for a role in IMOGENE, a dark comedy that will be led by Saturday Night Live cast member and BRIDESMAIDS breakout Kristen Wiig. Wiig will play the film’s protagonist, a playwright who becomes custody of her mother upon pretending to kill herself to get back with her ex. Bening is set to portray the mother, who also happens to be a gambling addict. (more...)

We’ve teamed up with MSN FilmFan to discuss the films opening this weekend. We’d love to hear your input on what you’re most interested in seeing and why.

In this week's MSN FilmFan video, host Sami Jarroush discusses last week's FilmFan poll in which readers pick their favorite HARRY POTTER movie, what he thinks is the best superhero film of the summer (spoiler: it's CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER), and why FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS is much better than NO STRINGS ATTACHED. Jarroush also talks the history of Captain America, and the so-bad-it's-bad 1990 first feature of the superhero.

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER and FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS opens tomorrow.

Watch the video after the break. (more...)

Gordon and the Whale has teamed up with Film District to give our Dallas readers the chance to win passes (good for you +1 guest) to their new film DON'T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK, starring Katie Holmes, Guy Pearce, and Bailee Madison.

The screening will take place on Thursday, August 25th at 7:30PM in Dallas (Winners will be selected no later than Monday, August 22nd). All you must do for your chance to win passes is fill out the form found after the break! (more...)

Gordon and the Whale and 20th Century Fox invite our Dallas readers to attend a free advance screening of their new film RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES, starring James Franco, Freida Pinto, John Lithgow, Brian Cox, Tom Felton, and Andy Serkis.

The screening will take place on Thursday, August 4th, 2011 at 8:00PM in Dallas, Texas. To redeem passes, follow the link below. But you better act fast...the link is only good for so many passes so once they're gone, they're gone. Good luck, movie lovers! (more...)

Good morning, Comic-Con! The first stop of this non-stop, one-woman show is the TWILIGHT Press Conference with Elizabeth Reaser (Esme), Ashley Greene (Alice), Nikki Reed (Rosalie), Julia Jones (Lea Clearwater), and Boo Boo Stewart (Seth Clearwater).

Early this morning, the cast stopped by the front of the Hall H line, where fans have been lined up since as early as Monday. Those hardcore fans certainly had a nice surprise this morning. Check out the full press conference after the break. (more...)