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Addition: The Rite Exorcise the truth from this demonic film.
MOVIE:
"The Rite", The Film vs.
The History
Most exorcism movies are possessed by over-the-top Hollywoodesque gore and demons.The Rite deviates from this standard and offers a story that is more rooted in fact, though not entirely. There are no spinning heads or projectile vomiting pea soup, but there is the regurgitation of nails and the standard demonic sounding voices (both of which are said to have been witnessed by real exorcists). Join us as we investigate this horror movie based on a true story. See photos of the characters' real life counterparts, explore the liberties that the movie takes and watch interviews with the real people. You can even exorcise your demons in the process.
Find out:
· Did a possessed woman really spit up nails?
· Was the older Priest really taken over by a demon?
Sometimes bad things happen to good people, but surfer Bethany Hamilton knows they are really just blessings in disguise. The movie Soul Surfer is based on her life, before, during and after a nearly 14-foot tiger shark took this promising young surfer's arm when she was only 13-years-old. Her faith in God pulled her through the ordeal and has led the young woman onto bigger and better things than she could have ever imagined with two arms. AnnaSophia Robb delivers an unforgettably inspiring portrayal of Bethany, while Carrie Underwood plays her youth leader Sarah Hill. Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt round out the cast as her parents, who struggle to overcome the changes nearly as much as their daughter. In God's hands, anything is possible. Join us as we dive in to explore the real events behind the movie.
Find out:
· Was Bethany Hamilton ever able to compete in surfing again?
· How has Bethany used the shark attack to help others?
There's no denying that the Mark Wahlberg movie The Fighter is well acted, with performances worthy of Oscar gold. Christian Bale stands out as boxer Micky Ward's energetic, crack-addicted half-brother and trainer Dickie Eklund. Melissa Leo effortlessly embodies the role of Micky's rough-edged, bleach-blond mother and manager, Alice Ward. Amy Adams shines as the inspiring force in Micky's life, and Mark Wahlberg proves that spending four years to get a film made can truly pay off. But just how much of the movie and its performances are rooted in fact? Join us as we enter the ring with The Fighter, pitting Fact vs. Fiction.
Find out:
· Did Dickie Eklund knock down Sugar Ray Leonard?
· Were Micky Ward's sisters happy with how they are portrayed in the movie?
MOVIE:
"The Social Network", The Film vs.
The History
What did you do today? Chances are at some point you'll log in to check your Facebook account. In six and a half years, The social network Facebook has amassed more than 500 million active users, with 50 percent of those users logging on to the site on any given day. This means that approximately 1 out of every 14 people in the world are members of Facebook. The addiction is undeniable, but what is the true story behind how the site began? Director David Fincher's movie The Social Network attempts to provide an answer to that question, even though Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has already labeled the film fiction. Join us as we separate the facts from the fiction and explore the rise of the internet juggernaut that is Facebook.
Find out:
· How does Mark Zuckerberg feel about the Facebook movie?
· Did Mark really go to an investment meeting wearing pajamas?
The NFL's rookie standout Michael Oher reminds us that everyone has the potential to become somebody if given the chance. Without a place to call home, Michael was taken in by Leigh Anne Tuohy and her family. The movie The Blind Side (starring Oscar winner Sandra Bullock) tells this story, but is the real life tale as sugar coated as the movie? Is Michael Oher really as flawless as his onscreen counterpart? Join us as we pit history vs. Hollywood to literally expose the blind side of this movie based on a true story.
Find out:
· Did Michael Oher really never have his own bed?
· Did Michael really stop the airbag with his arm?
We all dream of getting off the couch and walking onto the field of our favorite professional sports team.
Well, at least most guys do. For die hard Philadelphia Eagles season ticket holder Vince Papale, that dream
became a reality. The 30-year-old former teacher, then bartender, impressed coach Dick Vermeil so much that he earned a
place on the Eagles roster. Immortalized on the big screen by Mark Wahlberg in the movie Invincible, here we look at just how much of the theatrical
version of Papale's story is accurate.
Find out:
· Did Papale really just happen to go to the 1976 open tryout on a whim?
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Fans of The Social Network might be interested to learn that co-founder Eduardo Saverin (portrayed by Andrew Garfield in the film) has renounced his U.S. citizenship prior to Facebook's IPO in a move that will likely reduce the taxes he owes the U.S. Saverin is currently living in Singapore and his stake in the company could amount to roughly $3.84 billion.
Facebook Co-Founder Saverin Gives Up U.S. Citizenship Before IPO www.bloomberg.com Eduardo Saverin, the billionaire co- founder of Facebook Inc., renounced his U.S. citizenship before an initial public offering that values the social network at as much as $96 billion, a move that may reduce his tax bill.
Posted by: ChasingtheFrog | May 9, 2012
News has been breaking over the past few days that OutKast member André 3000 will play Jimi Hendrix in an upcoming biopic. The movie had been delayed due to an earlier dispute with the legendary musician's estate and it appears that the estate may stand in the way again.
Robert Pattinson will star in 'Mission: Blacklist' a film based on the search and capture of Saddam Hussein. The script is being adapted from the book by Eric Maddox and Davin Seay.
Robert Pattinson to star in ‘Mission: Blacklist’ insidemovies.ew.com EW has confirmed that Robert Pattinson will star in Mission: Blacklist, a psychological thriller about the search and capture of Saddam Hussein. As first reported...
Posted by: ChasingtheFrog | May 4, 2012
I stumbled upon an ad for this Korean WWII movie today that was inspired by a true story. The film tells the tale of two rival marathon runners who are forced to enlist in the army, only to become the closest of allies on the battlefield. With an estimated budget of $28 million, it is the most expensive Korean movie ever made.
It was just announced that Australian billionaire Clive Palmer will build Titanic II, a modernized replica of the original.
Australian Billionaire to Build Titanic II www.huffingtonpost.com CANBERRA, Australia -- An Australian billionaire said Monday he'll build a high-tech replica of the Titanic at a Chinese shipyard and its maiden voyage in late 2016 will be from England to New York, just like its namesake planned. Weeks after the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the original Tita...
Posted by: ChasingtheFrog | April 27, 2012
We just got back from watching 'The Raven', which landed in theaters today (4/27). The movie is basically a 19th century murder mystery that does a good job of incorporating Poe's works into the story (the killer bases his murders on Poe's fiction). Sure, it is not a fact based story, and if you're wondering if Poe really had a pet raccoon, the answer is no (unless no one knew about it). This likely has more to do with the filmmakers addressing the speculation that in real life Poe may have died of rabies.
A photo of what could be be human remains entombed in the mud surrounding the RMS Titanic's wreckage site has been released in its full form to the public for the first time Saturday.
A movie is in the works about baseball legend Hank Aaron. The movie will be based on Howard Bryant’s book 'The Last Hero: The Life Story of Henry Aaron'. They're aiming for a 2014 release date. Casting will begin once the script is completed.
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Posted by: ChasingtheFrog | April 12, 2012
Dubbed the "Epic Beard Man", this is the video that inspired the Danny Trejo movie 'Bad Ass'. Controversy has arisen over the movie due to the fact that the real guy, 67-year-old Thomas Bruso (seen in the video), is white and was attacked by a black criminal, while the movie features an elderly man of Latino decent defending an elderly black man who is being harassed by two skinheads.
2010 BUS FIGHT - EPIC BEARD MAN This altercation went viral online and turned 67-year-old Vietnam Veteran Thomas Bruso into an internet sensation.
