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Dec 14th 2012, 23:30

There are after school programs. And then there are AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS. Stoked is most definitely the latter. It's an amazing youth mentoring program for under-served youth. How do they engage students? Not through chess or tutoring but through skateboarding, surfing and snowboarding. Beyond rad, right?

"In most mentoring relationships, people just sit at a table and they eat pizza or they go to the movies. There's nothing that takes mentoring relationships to a whole new level. For any relationship to grow you have to go through things together and that laid the groundwork for Stoked," explained Steve Larosiliere, founder of Stoked. And the program also believes that whether you're black or white, poor or rich, each and every kid should have the same opportunities. Through making skateboards or surfing in the summer, kids gain confidence, knowledge, learn the power of great teamwork and positive energy.

I recently stopped by The Bushwick Latin School in Brooklyn, NY to see what the program was all about IRL. I met some of the amazing students in the program (Shout out to Jazmin, Luis, Julian and Christine!) and even learned how to make a skateboard.

+Watch Stoked makes afterschool programs a good time.

Stoked kids get involved with sports but they also do other cool things like ya know, create a commercial for Lil Wayne's DEWeezy campaign for Mountain Dew. FORREAL. This past summer, 10 Stoked kids created a great commercial for Weezy. We got behind the scenes footage on how they made it all happen!

+Watch Stoked teens make DEWeezy commercial for Lil Wayne.

+ Watch Lil' Wayne's DEWeezy commercial.

I MEAN....how dope is Stoked and what they do? For ways to get involved with the org, check out our action widgets below and remember the power of mentoring -- and how fun it can be!

In partnership with The DEWeezy Project + Stoked Mentoring, MTV Act has created a DEWeezy hub to bring you exclusives with Lil Wayne, stories from youth involved in The DEWeezy Project, and resources on how you can get involved in your community. Every action counts!

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Dec 14th 2012, 22:08

If there is one thing that we know and love about Mark Wahlberg, it's that he is very convincing in action-heavy and physically demanding roles that require him to wield weapons, takedown bad guys and just be a general badass.

Not that we don't love his comedic chops, because he's more than proven that he can be just as solid in comedies a la "Ted" but we're always a little extra excited when there is a Wahlberg-led action movie on the horizon, like the forthcoming crime/action/political thriller "Broken City."

MTV News was lucky enough to get our hands on an exclusive new clip from the film, which does a nice job of setting the tone of the film without getting too complicated. Check it out!

Here we meet charming/slightly smarmy city mayor Nicholas Hostetler (Russell Crowe) who has hired Billy Taggart (Wahlberg) to find the man sleeping with the Mayor's wife (Catherine Zeta-Jones). Once Taggart finds his target, things quickly unravel and he finds out that there is a lot more to the story than he originally thought. Basically, the Mayor set him up for a fall, and now Taggart needs revenge, which he might be planning with the help of Hostetler's wife. From there we see Wahlberg being his badass self, intimidating criminals/possible accomplices in the Mayor's plot, shaking people down trying to find out the truth, which all lead up to what looks to be an excellent showdown between Crowe's and Wahlberg's characters.

This star-studded, complicated, action-packed affair is the first solo directorial effort by Allen Hughes who previously co-directed "Book of Eli" and "Menace II Society" with his twin brother Albert. The rest of the impressive ensemble cast includes Kyle Chandler ("Friday Night Lights"), Jeffrey Wright ("Source Code"), Barry Pepper ("True Grit"), and Justin Chambers ("Grey's Anatomy").

"Broken City" opens everywhere January 18.

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Dec 14th 2012, 21:13

Earlier today a gunman opened fire in the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. According to CNN, 26 people were killed in the school shooting, and the suspect is now deceased in the building.

Twenty of the victims were children, and six adults, including the principal and guidance counselor, were killed. Adam Lanza, has been identified as the shooter. So far three handguns connected to him have been found: a Glock, .223 caliber rifle and a Sig Sauer. Lanza's mother was a teacher at the elementary school and is among those who have died. As of this writing, it has also been announced by CNN that a senior law enforcement official said Lanza's brother is also dead.

Speaking at a live press conference, President Obama said that America has endured too many tragedies like this, and listed off shootings at Aurora, the Sikh Temple and other places. He said that upon hearing the news, "I reacted not as a president, but as anyone else would, as a parent...I know there's not a parent in America who doesn't feel the same overwhelming grief that I do."

Because this happened so recently, it will take time to set up funds and other ways to help those affected by the shooting. We will update you on ways you can help the victims and their families when these opportunities arise. In the meantime, we have some suggestions for things you can do right now.

+ Get Up & Get Out

Tragedies like this can weigh so heavily on us that it makes it hard to move or think about anything else. The simple act of taking a walk, hitting the gym, running some errands or getting food with friends, can help us cope with tough feelings and feel better.

+ Learn More About The Issues

Situations like this are very sensitive subjects, and there is no single way to fully prevent something like this from ever happening again. However, there are ways to make this much less likely to happen. This can be a time to learn more about mental illness, violence, gun control, and other issues linked to the incident. The more informed you are, the more power you have to help make change.

+ Turn Anger Into Action

This is a horrific story, and as we learn more about it and the issues surrounding it, there will be more ways to take action. Taking action can include helping the victims and their families as opportunities arise, or getting involved in programs aimed at curbing violence. You could also write to your representatives about how you feel on the issue of gun control. You can also express your condolences online by Tweeting with the hashtags, #PrayForNewtown and #Newtown

If you are hurting from this, whether you're personally involved or not, that's absolutely understandable. It's okay to express your feelings. We recommend you check out halfofus.com, but if you want to talk to another person, feel free to call 1-800-273-TALK.

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Dec 14th 2012, 20:30

Wouldn't you know? "Django Unchained" hits theaters on December 25. Considering that fortuitous timing, we thought it wise to suggest some Quentin Tarantino-themed gifts for your holiday season.

This is the "Django Unchained"-Quentin Tarantino gift guide.

The Homework
If you're completely unfamiliar with the spaghetti western genre, this is where you start. These three films, starring Clint Eastwood and directed by Sergio Leone, created the style and remain its most popular examples. (Amazon, $19.99)

The Next Step
Once you have mastered the basics, this is your next logical step. As much as Tarantino owes to Leone, he's giving a lot of the credit for "Django Unchained"'s inspiration to Sergio Corbucci, who directed the original "Django." (Amazon, $16.93)

The Very Beginning
Since the true star of any Tarantino movie is the script, why not look back at the screenplay that made Tarantino into an indie darling? (Amazon, $11.20)

The Tunes
Once you see "Django Unchained," you'll learn immediately why this is a must own. Tarantino takes such care choosing the music for each film that each soundtrack ends up being like a brilliantly curated mix tape. (Amazon, $9.99)

The Movies
We've recommended this set enough by now to let you know that this is a serious must own. If you really want to experience Tarantino's filmmaking this holiday season, this is the set to get. (Amazon, $79.96)

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Dec 14th 2012, 19:30

By Hannah Soo Park

With intricate storylines and mind-boggling twists, this year's biggest blockbusters didn't fail to pull out all the attention-grabbing stops. But the winding plotlines and extravagant outcomes also came at the cost of leaving major questions unanswered for audiences, even before the end credits began to roll.

From the obvious to the more complex thought-provokers, these plot holes and unresolved issues made it difficult to leave theaters without demanding the answers we truly needed.

(Major spoilers ahead, obviously!)

"Prometheus"
Ridley Scott's long-awaited return to sci-fi opened to a mixed bag of reviews, but whether or not the movie was a wild success, it undoubtedly has its fair share of unaddressed issues. One of the biggest questions: Why did David, the android played by Michael Fassbender, poison Logan Marshall-Green's Holloway, with the mysterious "black goo"? Was it out of mere curiosity? Did he actually know that an alien baby would come of it? Was he just having a bad day? Writer Damon Lindelof, the mastermind of unanswered questions, addressed the confusion in the "Prometheus" Blu-ray special features commentary, explaining that the poisoning was David's way of finding a solution for Weyland's (Guy Pearce) dying state. "In David's estimation, the humans around him are rats and Holloway is certainly a willing rat subject," Lindelof said in the commentary. And that's all we have for now.

"The Avengers"
What we do know, after watching "The Avengers," is that shawarma is the post-saving-the-world-snack of choice for our favorite league of superheroes. But what we're still questioning is the supposed demigod-ness behind the villain Loki, who, instead of targeting S.H.I.E.L.D director Nick Fury—the leader of the organization he's vehemently trying to put an end to—decides to mind-control Hawkeye, a scientist and random S.H.I.E.L.D agents, instead. And what happened to his ability to regenerate quickly enough to dodge bullets? Apparently, it became nonexistent when he faced the Hulk, who easily crushed him into the floor several times.

"The Amazing Spider-Man"
This "Spider-Man" reboot may've managed to successfully capture the inevitable awkward bits that come with a budding teen romance, but that doesn't mean the comic book movie was successful in tying up all of its loose ends. Not only do we never learn the fate of Rajit Ratha—the man who gets Dr. Curt Connors to test his own lizard serum—who's left trapped in a car that's hanging from the Williamsburg Bridge, but we're also left to wonder what might've happened to Uncle Ben's killer. Did Peter Parker forget that he was on a serious manhunt to avenge his uncle because he was too busy saving New York City from a giant lizard? But hey, at least we know which search engine Spider-Man prefers—and sorry Google, it's not Google.

"Skyfall"
Let's cut to the chase on this one. We're lead to believe that Silva intended to get captured, so that he can plant himself into M16's new turf, anticipating that Bond and Q will be able to decipher his computer code that's supposed to shut M16 security down and open the doors for his escape, after which he'll obviously kill his armed captors (with no weapons) and escape to the Tube, where he picks up a disguise handed to him like a newspaper from friendly bystanders, who are actually his accomplices. But of course he knew that Bond would chase him down to the spot where he's planted a bomb that would detonate and keep the agent from pursuing him any further. Our final theory: Silva has impeccable timing or is a seriously-devoted man of faith.

"The Dark Knight Rises"
From the questionable hand-to-hand combat scene (you have weapons—use them!) to the sudden, full-fledged romance between Bruce Wayne and Miranda Tate, the third installment of the Batman trilogy is riddled with unexplained plot points and execution. We're most flustered with how Bane managed to drop Batman off at a far-flung, sandy locale and then immediately return back to Gotham to continue his destruction campaign. Similarly, how does Wayne catch a flight back to Gotham with no money or ID? Did Bane accidentally leave Wayne's wallet with his change of clothes lying around in the underground prison? And finally, how does Bruce Wayne go completely unrecognized sitting in an outdoor café at the end of the movie? Yes, it's in Italy, but anyone in Italy would surely recognize a man who's supposedly the once-renowned figure of a global (fictional) city, no? One working theory: Batman really did die once the bomb detonated and the scene is really a figment of Alfred's dream, you know, "Inception" style.

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Dec 14th 2012, 19:19

While many fan groups spend their time kissing life-size 1D posters or trying to figure out what Justin Bieber ate for lunch, the Sterek Campaign is bringing "Teen Wolf" fans together to fight for human and animal rights.

The campaign was originally born to make "Teen Wolf" creator Jeff Davis aware of the growing demand for a legitimate romance between Stiles and Derek -- two of the show's lead male characters. But the campaign has slowly become a movement, and now -- in addition to breaking mainstream gender stereotypes -- they've partnered with Wolf Haven International to save actual wolves! They are hoping to adopt an ENTIRE PACK (43 wolves and 5 wolf dogs) -- the money raised in their campaign will go towards taking care of these wolves in a sanctuary. We recently spoke to Qhuinn, founder of the Sterek Campaign, as well as Kedreeva, second in command of the campaign, to learn more about their campaign and how you can get involved.

How cute are these wolves from Wolf Haven International? London is all up ons Kiawatha. (Erik Wilber)

ACT: Can you speak briefly on the Sterek campaign, and what an on-screen romance between Stiles and Derek would mean for mainstream TV?

The Sterek Campaign was created to show our love and support for "Teen Wolf," its creators, cast and crew. It was founded after Jeff Davis told a fan that if enough fans demanded a Stiles-Derek romance, he could be persuaded. There are a lot of fans waiting to see if Jeff will forge a new path for other producers to take -- one where gender doesn't prohibit the natural chemistry between characters from evolving into a romantic relationship.

MTV ACT: Some fan groups are all talk and Tumblr, but you guys are starting a movement! Why do you think your group is so active, and what sets you apart from others?



STEREK CAMPAIGN: It's not so much about starting a movement as it is a chance to channel and encourage the activities we enjoy. We create events to keep people invested in the show and in contact with the other fans. Any fan group can do this, but perhaps we have been so successful because we are motivated by our love for "Teen Wolf" and deep respect for the cast and crew that are involved in its creation.

ACT: Why is it so important to save the wolves? 



STEREK CAMPAIGN: Wolves do not have their own voice in our society; they depend upon us to reach out for them to ask for help. There are many, many reasons why helping to protect and preserve wolves is important. The two most important reasons are because wolves are a long-standing keystone species in their natural ecosystems and because we, as humans, have caused their endangerment through habitat destruction and hunting. Wolves are often painted as the bad guys, but that's not true at all! As stated on Wolf Haven International's page, wolves "improve the overall health of their prey population by removing the disadvantaged individuals, thereby allowing the healthiest animals to create future generations."

Kiawatha hearts snow! (Wolf Haven International)

ACT: What inspired your partnership with Wolf Haven International, and how can others help out?

STEREK CAMPAIGN: We were first attracted to Wolf Haven International because of their work with species survival plans for both the Mexican grey wolf and the red wolf. We are really excited about the former, as Mexican grey wolves are the most endangered subspecies of wolves and one of the rarest mammals in the world.We were also very excited about the way that WHI educates the public about wolves. They have taken steps to help correct misinformation about wolves and helped many people to see them in a positive light.

ACT: What if someone can't afford to donate to your campaign. What else can they do to help?

STEREK CAMPAIGN: Learning and spreading positive information about wolves is something everyone can do to help them! Tell a friend, tell a family member, tell a coworker! Get them excited about protecting these beautiful creatures because that is what the wolves need most -- our compassion.

When it comes to the "Teen Wolf" fan base, people can help without donating by offering their creations (fanart, fanfic, crafted items) to our charity auction. All winning bids will be donated to Wolf Haven International.

ACT: How do you think we can inspire more groups of fans or friends to do positive things together?

STEREK CAMPAIGN: It's all in how you speak to us! Fans are often very passionate already, and feeling as if they have someone on the other end ready to ignite that passion is an excellent spark. We think that if more casts and crews had the courage to interact with their fans like "Teen Wolf" does, they would see a similar positive return. We also think that fans and friends should encourage one another to think and act positively.

Follow the Action Links below to learn more about the Sterek campaign and how you can get involved! And special thanks to all the "Teen Wolf" fans behind the Sterek campaign: Qhuinn and Kedreeva as well as Michael, Nika, Sam, Kara, Suaine and Chasing.

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Dec 14th 2012, 18:30

Bad news, remake-haters of the world: Len Wiseman's planned reboot of "The Mummy" is still happening. Even worse, it's not going to have anything to do with the Brendan Fraser film series, though it will still keep its name.

"It's horror. It's epic. It's more of a modern-day version of what would happen if we came across a mummy in our world today. It is pretty fascinating," Wiseman told Movieweb in a recent interview.

Honestly, that sounds like a terrible idea. "The Mummy" worked because it was a horror-ish movie along the lines of "Indiana Jones," not because it was a scary film. It was the flick's charming leading man and interesting mythology that made it worth watching, not the fact that it featured a reanimated mummy as its villain. Wiseman continued to talk about how this remake is going to be an entirely different movie from the original series.

"The difference between the two, if 'The Mummy' is to be the next movie for me, is that 'The Mummy' is a completely different film. It is a modern day take," he said. "It doesn't have anything to do with the Brendan Fraser films, and it is not a remake of any kind."

He continued, "'The Mummy' is one of Universal's long standing, iconic characters, well before the Brendan Fraser movies... This is such a different thing. What was attractive to me...There is still a script to be written, and all of that....But the pitch was to go with a much different tone. It was a Mummy like I'd never heard of before. It's nothing like what you would expect, at all, oddly. I was picturing Egypt, and the sand swept settings. The mummy wrappings. When I heard what they were wanting to actually do with it, it was shocking."

Intriguing, but still off-putting. At this point, it doesn't seem appropriate to call this film "The Mummy" at all. If it's going to be something entirely new, don't try to tie it to a previous series just to garner interest. Make it it's own film featuring a mummy and call it a day, please.

Are you as annoyed with this "The Mummy" remake as we are? Tell us in the comments section below or on Twitter!

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Dec 14th 2012, 17:40

When Peter Jackson decided to pull material from the "Lord of the Rings" appendices, pinning down what was fair game for his new "Hobbit" trilogy became much harder. With a whole world of Tolkien material to pad out the three films, a new cast of characters became eligible for cameos.

But watching the first installment, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," there's really only one character you're curious about: Gollum.

"The Lord of the Rings" turned him into an iconic and essential element of the cinematic version of Middle-earth. Could Jackson and co. really say "goodbye" to him after just one scene? We had to put the question to Andy Serkis during a recent press tour.

"That's a very good question. At the moment there certainly aren't any plans for Gollum to return," Serkis said when asked about the possibility. "But I always say [when working] with Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh, never say never."

Hmmm. That sounds a bit like a more polite version of "can't tell you." We'll have to wait and see until "The Desolation of Smaug" opens next December.

Dec 14th 2012, 17:23

Diem Brown from "The Challenge" was recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer for the second time. Her experience with cancer has led her to creating MedGift, an online medical gift registry and making the MTV web special "Surviving Cancer With Diem Brown," and now she's done an emotional photoshoot with People to show how she looks without hair.

Diem Tweeted:

Here's behind the scenes of my @peoplemag Bald Photo Shoot watch video below "Tears don't show ur weak, quitting does"youtube.com/watch?v=lzVIYO…

— Diem Brown (@DiemBrown) December 13, 2012

"This is the very first time anyone has seen me bald," she reveals.

While Diem is vibrant and smiling during the interview in the video, she also admits that the photography session wasn't so easy.

"I was emotional," she says about the photoshoot. "It's that first time like ripping off that Band-Aid and you're doing it in front of people you don't know. And I think every woman that's ever been through chemo or cancer knows that feeling. It's that first time you allow somebody to see you vulnerable."

She also explains why she chose to do this. "Going through cancer the first time, and truly the second time, I've always wanted to Google Image bald women," she says. She points to Natalie Portman and Britney Spears as woman who have been bald, but the difference was that they chose to shave their heads and it wasn't a matter of losing hair because of chemo. They also weren't on all the medications Diem and other cancer patients are on. Diem wanted to Google Image pictures of beautiful, strong bald women who've lost their hair from chemo.

"So I wanted to kind of give images of strength, of beauty, of kind of owning the new you," she says. Let's give Diem a standing ovation for her beautiful, strong and powerful photoshoot!

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Dec 14th 2012, 17:40

My family doesn't have many holiday traditions, but I'll never forget the year we were each allowed to open one present on Christmas Eve. I chose a small, square one from my grandmother. I ripped off the wrapping paper, opened the box and found a paperweight...with a dead tarantula inside.

This was problematic for two reasons: I couldn't have been older than 10 years old (and therefore really had no need for a paperweight), and I'm terrified of spiders.

We've all been there. All eyes are on you, you open a gift -- and it's terrible. Whatever the reason it doesn't fit in your life right now (or, you know, LIKE EVER) and you know immediately you can't keep it.

So how can you turn this year's No, really, you shouldn't have! into a Best. Christmas. Ever. kind of present? Below are just a few ways you can regift for good.

+Books

Problem: Sure, we all have our favorite books to read, but how many copies do you need? Maybe you already downloaded it to your Kindle or have a beloved, dog-eared copy on your bookshelf.

Solution: Check with your local library or (depending on grade level) local school. Books are expensive and hard to come by, especially since teachers usually have to buy them out of pocket. They'd be happy to take that extra copy of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone off your shelf. Another option: DonorsChoose.org Check out the site, which is an online charity that makes it easy to help students in need. They are often looking for book donations too!

+Tech

Problem: Did I say problem? I meant #firstworldproblem. You were extra-good this year and now have an old phone/e-reader/tablet to get off your hands. Now what?

Solution: Organizations like Cell Phones for Life and Cellphones for Soldiers would be happy to receive your used cellphone. Goods for Good and neighBORROW will send your computer to students in need in Malawi.

+Clothes

Problem: Sigh. Your mom/crazy aunt/other relative bought you something that is two sizes too big, way too small or in the one color you'd never rock again because it totally reminds you of your ex.

Solution: Head on over to your local Goodwill or women's shelter. You can donate your unworn clothes (which, let's face it, would look great on anyone else it's just not your jam) and rack up the good karma points at the same time. If your clothes are office-appropriate considering donating them to Dress For Success, an org that helps disadvantaged women by providing professional attire and career services. There's 120 locations throughout the US and all over the world so there's gotta be one near you!

+Miscellaneous

Problem: Surprise! You've been the recipient of an obvious regift because you have no idea why someone would think to pick you out that. Whatever that is (baking supplies even though you don't cook, a bookbag when you're no longer in school), you're so confused you barely remember to say thanks.

Solution: After the holiday madness winds down, call your favorite local non-profit and see if they can benefit by taking this regift off your hands. You'd be surprised what items are in-demand, and you can rest easy knowing your gift is helping make your community a better place.

Sound off in the comments below or send us a tweet: If you think you have a present that beats my dead-spider-in-a-paperweight fiasco, I want to hear about it!

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Dec 14th 2012, 16:46

In a year with so many really good movies, picking a top five proved a harder challenge than most other looks back. When the writers at MTV got together to narrow the field down, some expected and some not-so-expected films came to the front.

After much discussion, voting, tallying, and order switching, these are the top five movies of the year according to MTV.

What do you think of our picks? Do you hate them? Do you love them? Are you questioning whether we saw any movies this year? Let us know in the comments below and on Twitter!

Dec 14th 2012, 15:30

As someone who observes the film industry from a journalistic standpoint more so than a fan these days, it's easy to get jaded and cynical about all of Hollywood, full of overpaid actors with too-fragile egos, studios churning out quantity over quality, making movies to win awards, award season, etc. Thankfully there are ways to drown out that noise with little reminders of why movies and a lot of the people who make them are awesome. Case in point, Oscar-nominated director Jason Reitman's innovative and wholly entertaining project Live Read, which brings together a group of known and working actors to read live a script from a beloved or classic film in front of an audience.

Thursday night's performance was a read of the 1984 classic "Ghostbusters," directed by Reitman's father Ivan and the featured players were: Seth Rogen as Peter Venkman, the role originated by Bill Muray; Jack Black as Ray Stantz, originally played by co-writer /actor Dan Aykroyd; Rainn Wilson as Egon Spengler, originated by co-writer/actor Harold Ramis; Phill Lamarr ("Pulp Fiction") as Winston Zeddmore; Kristen Bell as Dana Barrett originated by Sigourney Weaver; Kevin Pollak as mayor of New York City and EPA operative Walter Peck; Mae Whitman ("The Perks of Being a Wallflower") as Janine Melnitz, originated by Annie Potts and Paul Rust ("Inglourious Basterds") as Louis Tully, originated by Rick Moranis.

Here are the top 10 things we loved most about this hilarious and special event:

-There are no rehearsals for live reads. Reitman prepares the scripts for the actors and hands them out accordingly. For "Ghostbusters," he had to go back and look at a transcription from the film in order to add in all the famous one-liners that Murray improvised.

-Before getting started with the read, Reitman delighted the crowd with the news that his father was in the audience to watch. The younger Reitman promised his dad that he was going to "try and not eff up" or "ruin his inheritance."

-Young Reitman was seven years-old when the movie came out, and on the following Halloween, when everyone dressed as Ghostbusters, he was the only kid who had a real Ghostbusters gun as part of his costume.

-Seth Rogen does an excellent Peter Venkman! He was not channeling Bill Murray, but put his own stamp on the quirky, unpredictable ladies man, including the delivery of classic Murray improvs like "We came, we saw, we kicked its ass" and "I feel so funky."

-If you ask Jack Black what his favorite movies are, there is a strong chance "Ghostbusters" is among them. Black looked like a kid in a candy store throughout the reading. It was obvious that he was absolutely thrilled to be playing Ray and he nailed the part, especially during the scenes when Ray has to explain certain scientific terms to Venkman and gets all worked up about them or when he slides down the fireman's pole for the first time. Black's charisma and sometimes breathless exclamation was a perfect fit for that character.

-Speaking of perfect fits, Rainn Wilson's take on Egon was superb in that he nailed Ramis' very dry manner of speaking. But he also added a fine layer of the Rainn Wilson/Dwight Schrute brand of know-it-all-ness to lines like, "Don't cross the streams" and "I feel like the floor of a taxi cab."

-The original script had a dream sequence experienced in which Ray dreams he's visited by a female ghost who unbuttons his pants and leaves him in a state of "pleasure overload," which had the younger Reitman, who served as the narrator, stopping after that particular descriptor to acknowledge the awkwardness of reading that line in front of his father.

-"THERE IS NO DANA! THERE IS ONLY ZOOL!" continues to be this writer's favorite line in the movie, along with that entire scene between possessed Dana and Venkman, and Kristen Bell's dreamy, zoned-out and hyper sexualized-but-forceful delivery of the line only reemphasized that fact.

-Mae Whitman and Kevin Pollak can turn one word of dialogue into an entire stolen scene/moment. Both actors played several different roles during the read and received the most enthusiastic applause for their efforts. Whitman's standout moment was in the delivery of Janine's lengthy and rapid-fire questioning of Ghostbuster wannabe Winston's paranormal beliefs, while Pollak killed it as the scary voice in Dana's fridge who yelled "Zoooooool!!" and with his Casey Kasem and Larry King impressions.

-Original "Ghostbusters" helmer Ivan Reitman got the final shout-out of the night and received a standing ovation from the cast and audience.

The only downside of Reitman's brilliant event is that it's not yet available to wide audiences. The Live Read program is part of Film Independent at LACMA's series and headquartered in Los Angeles and the small group of lucky attendees are prohibited from taking photos or recording the performances in any way, so you have to rely on detailed recaps from the west coast.

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Dec 14th 2012, 14:29

The first trailer for "Pacific Rim" basically blew everyone out of the water when it debuted earlier this week. (Need we remind you? Rocket. Punch.)

Now to help soak up every ounce of goodness and every intricate detail in the monster vs. robots trailer, MTV News' Josh Horowitz sat down with director Guillermo del Toro, who was more than happy to share his inside knowledge on what went into making the preview.

Two things strike us about what del Toro has to say about the full movie. 1) He flat out confirms that the jaegers will travel to the monster dimension. 2) It sounds like this trailer is only a fraction of the craziness that the finished film will be.

"Pacific Rim" opens on July 12, 2013.

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Dec 13th 2012, 23:00

This helpful infographic will guide you through the history of US presidents on film. William Henry Harrison always gets the shaft.

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» Benedict Cumberbatch says he's not playing Khan. Well, I guess that's that. [Access Hollywood]

» New looks at Carrie Mulligan and Leonardo DiCaprio in "The Great Gatsby" [Collider]

» Peter Jackson wants to shoot Tintin sequel next year. [ComingSoon]

» A handy infographic about presidential portrayals [Film.com]

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Dec 13th 2012, 22:00

By Hannah Soo Park

The "Tron: Legacy" sequel may not have an official title yet, but it's just been confirmed that the movie has a star lined up to play one of its leading roles.

While doing press for the U.S. release of "On the Road," actor Garrett Hedlund confirmed to NextMovie that he will, in fact, be reprising his role as Sam Flynn in the follow-up that's been floating around the sequel rumor mill since the first "Tron" reboot's 2010 release.

"You know, yeah, I'm very excited, Disney's very excited," Hedlund said, when asked about his potential involvement in the forthcoming installment.

While other cast members, including key players Olivia Wilde and Jeff Bridges, have yet to discuss their involvement in the sequel, a few crew members have been set to get back on the Grid: Joseph Kosinski, whose name made the rounds again with the recent trailer release of sci-fi flick "Oblivion," will sit in the director's chair again for the digital-realm-set movie, while Justin Springer, who co-produced "Legacy," is slated to produce this time around. Just last week, news broke that Disney tapped Jesse Wigutow, who penned "Eragon," to work on the script.

"Tron: Legacy" raked in just under $400 million, worldwide, so it's no surprise that Disney is looking to go for sequel gold. In securing Hedlund and a writer, along with several other crew members, it's pretty safe to say that the studio has officially gotten the ball rolling.

Details about the plot have yet to be revealed, but according to NextMovie, some sources say that "Tron 3" is scheduled to begin shooting in 2014.

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