Charlie Wright’s casting as Rodrick Heffley in the fourth live-action Diary of a Wimpy Kid film sparked the #NotMyRodrick meme, which the actor claimed had “ruined my career”. In a video about the incident that was uploaded on YouTube and TikTok on Sunday, the actor addressed the harsh criticism he received after playing Rodrick Heffley in what is considered to be his first public statement.
In the nine-minute clip, Wright talked about the negative reaction that followed the initial release of David Bowers’ Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul trailer in early 2017. This revelation has sparked outrage among fans, who are now calling for a much-needed change in the entertainment industry.
Charlie Wright (L) in Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Long Haul
Based on author Jeff Kinney’s children’s book series of the same name, The Long Haul is the stand-alone sequel to Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days...
In the nine-minute clip, Wright talked about the negative reaction that followed the initial release of David Bowers’ Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul trailer in early 2017. This revelation has sparked outrage among fans, who are now calling for a much-needed change in the entertainment industry.
Charlie Wright (L) in Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Long Haul
Based on author Jeff Kinney’s children’s book series of the same name, The Long Haul is the stand-alone sequel to Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days...
- 3/26/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
By the time Halloween wraps up, most people have tucked away their pumpkins and spider webs in favour of colourful wreaths and Santa figurines. For horror fans, it means Krampus and blood covered snow now take centre stage. The holiday of Christmas naturally lends itself to the horror genre, spawning favourites that include Black Christmas, Silent Night, Deadly Night, Rare Exports, and more. However, many films are too gruesome for younger people to enjoy.
To let children in on the festive and frightful fun, here is a variety of age-appropriate Christmas horror film and television specials the entire family can enjoy.
Creeped Out: Splinta Claws (2019)
Season 2, Episode 10
“Everyone knows there are nice children as well as naughty. But are there good and bad Santas as well?” This question is posed in the opening of the “Splinta Claws” episode of the anthology series Creeped Out on Netflix, which originally released in the UK and Canada.
To let children in on the festive and frightful fun, here is a variety of age-appropriate Christmas horror film and television specials the entire family can enjoy.
Creeped Out: Splinta Claws (2019)
Season 2, Episode 10
“Everyone knows there are nice children as well as naughty. But are there good and bad Santas as well?” This question is posed in the opening of the “Splinta Claws” episode of the anthology series Creeped Out on Netflix, which originally released in the UK and Canada.
- 12/24/2023
- by Xanthe Pajarillo
- bloody-disgusting.com
When Jeff Kinney penned the ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ series, little did he know it would spawn a cinematic universe that would resonate with audiences worldwide. With each film adaptation, we’ve seen the Heffley family antics reach new heights. But which movie adaptation had the most significant impact? Setting the Stage with Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2010 The Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2010) was not just a movie; it was a cultural phenomenon. It set the stage for a franchise that would capture the hearts of many. Its box office success was undeniable, grossing an impressive amount...
- 12/14/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
With Christmas just around the corner, almost like clockwork, a flurry of related animated movies and specials are getting released, and the Diary of a Wimpy Kid franchise is the latest one to follow suit. Based on the bestselling book series of the same name written by Jeff Kinney, the Diary of a Wimpy Kid animated movie series follows the misadventures of middle-schooler Greg Heffley and his simpleton, good-natured friend Rowley Jefferson. Narrative wise, the third entry in the animated movie trilogy, Cabin Fever, is definitely an improvement over the second entry, Rodrick Rules, and that’s primarily because of the festive charm captured through family dynamics. However, the trademark wit imbued in the source material through Jeff Kinney’s characterization was majorly missing in the movie, which was somewhat balanced out by the heart and an alternate, comparatively better ending than the book. Although the black-and-white line art animation...
- 12/10/2023
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
This Weekend’s What To Watch List Is A Cinematic Mix of Laughter, Thrills, and Festive Surprises(Photo Credit –IMDb)
In this week’s cinematic lineup, viewers can anticipate a diverse range of releases, from the festive cheer of “Merry Little Batman” to the suspenseful drama of “Leave the World Behind” and the heart-stopping, horror-inducing narrative of “Thanksgiving.” However, it’s worth noting a somewhat unexpected scarcity of Christmas-focused movies in this listicle. Despite the historical trend of feel-good holiday films during this season, the current offerings showcase an intriguing mix of genres, encompassing not only Christmas tales but also comedy, action, thriller, and horror. The cinematic choices are indeed varied, ensuring a plethora of options for audiences seeking entertainment beyond the traditional yuletide fare.
Whether you’re in the mood for laughter, adrenaline-pumping action, spine-chilling thrills, or heartwarming moments, this listicle unveils a cinematic smorgasbord that goes beyond the anticipated Christmas movie lineup.
In this week’s cinematic lineup, viewers can anticipate a diverse range of releases, from the festive cheer of “Merry Little Batman” to the suspenseful drama of “Leave the World Behind” and the heart-stopping, horror-inducing narrative of “Thanksgiving.” However, it’s worth noting a somewhat unexpected scarcity of Christmas-focused movies in this listicle. Despite the historical trend of feel-good holiday films during this season, the current offerings showcase an intriguing mix of genres, encompassing not only Christmas tales but also comedy, action, thriller, and horror. The cinematic choices are indeed varied, ensuring a plethora of options for audiences seeking entertainment beyond the traditional yuletide fare.
Whether you’re in the mood for laughter, adrenaline-pumping action, spine-chilling thrills, or heartwarming moments, this listicle unveils a cinematic smorgasbord that goes beyond the anticipated Christmas movie lineup.
- 12/7/2023
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Leo is an animated musical comedy film directed by Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel, and David Wachtenheim, from a screenplay by Robert Smigel, Paul Sado, and Adam Sandler. The Netflix film revolves around Leo the Lizard who has been stuck in the same Florida school for over seven decades, and when he finds out that he only has a year to live but instead he ends up helping the students. Leo has a very talented star cast giving their voices to the characters including Sandler’s whole family, Bill Burr, Rob Schneider, Jason Alexander, and Cecily Strong. So, if you loved the Netflix film, here are some similar animated movies you could watch next.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Disney+) Credit – Disney+
Synopsis: Greg Heffley is a scrawny but ambitious kid with an active imagination and big plans to be rich and famous – he just has to survive middle school first.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Disney+) Credit – Disney+
Synopsis: Greg Heffley is a scrawny but ambitious kid with an active imagination and big plans to be rich and famous – he just has to survive middle school first.
- 11/24/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever", directed by Luke Cormican, is the latest animated feature based on Jeff Kinney's book series, streaming December 8, 2023 on Disney+:
".... the winter holidays are turning out to be especially stressful for 'Greg Heffley' this year. After accidentally damaging a snowplow while making a snowman with best friend 'Rowley Jefferson', Greg worries he won't get the new video game console he so desperately wants for Christmas. To make matters worse, he gets snowed in with his family, including his grumpy older brother 'Rodrick' and annoying younger brother 'Manny..."
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".... the winter holidays are turning out to be especially stressful for 'Greg Heffley' this year. After accidentally damaging a snowplow while making a snowman with best friend 'Rowley Jefferson', Greg worries he won't get the new video game console he so desperately wants for Christmas. To make matters worse, he gets snowed in with his family, including his grumpy older brother 'Rodrick' and annoying younger brother 'Manny..."
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- 11/14/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Get ready for the Wimpiest Christmas ever! Disney+ has released the trailer and key art for “Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever,” the latest animated movie based on Jeff Kinney’s wildly successful book series. The original adventure, which is a hilarious and heartfelt holiday tale centered around everyone’s favorite disaster-prone middle school student, will premiere December 8, 2023, exclusively on Disney+. The winter holidays are turning out to be especially stressful for Greg Heffley this year. After accidentally damaging a snowplow while making a snowman with best friend Rowley Jefferson, Greg worries he won’t get the new video game console he so desperately wants for Christmas. To make matters worse, he gets snowed in with his family, including his grumpy older brother Rodrick and annoying younger brother Manny. Directed by Luke Cormican (“Teen Titans Go!) and written and produced by Jeff Kinney, “Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever...
- 11/14/2023
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
The holidays are about to get wimpier and a whole lot funnier! Disney+ has released the trailer for “Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever,” a fresh animated adventure that promises to be a holiday hit. This film is the latest addition to the popular “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series, created by Jeff Kinney. Scheduled to premiere exclusively on Disney+ on December 8, 2023, it’s set to bring a new twist to our beloved, disaster-prone middle schooler’s life.
This time, we find Greg Heffley navigating a Christmas filled with chaos and snow. His holiday spirals into an uproarious adventure after he accidentally damages a snowplow. To add to Greg’s troubles, he’s worried about not receiving the video game console he’s been eyeing, thanks to his mishap. As if that’s not enough, Greg finds himself snowed in with his family – including his grumpy older brother Rodrick and the ever-annoying Manny.
This time, we find Greg Heffley navigating a Christmas filled with chaos and snow. His holiday spirals into an uproarious adventure after he accidentally damages a snowplow. To add to Greg’s troubles, he’s worried about not receiving the video game console he’s been eyeing, thanks to his mishap. As if that’s not enough, Greg finds himself snowed in with his family – including his grumpy older brother Rodrick and the ever-annoying Manny.
- 11/14/2023
- by Hrvoje Milakovic
- Fiction Horizon
Disney+ has set December 8 for the premiere of Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever, Jeff Kinney’s hilarious and heartfelt holiday tale centered around everyone’s favorite disaster-prone middle school student.
The latest animated movie based on Kinney’s book series is set during the winter holidays, which are turning out to be especially stressful for Greg Heffley this year. After accidentally damaging a snowplow while making a snowman with best friend Rowley Jefferson, Greg worries he won’t get the new video game console he so desperately wants for Christmas. To make matters worse, he gets snowed in with his family, including his grumpy older brother Rodrick and annoying younger brother Manny.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever features the voices of Wesley Kimmel (The Mandalorian), Erica Cerra (Power Rangers) and Hunter Dillon (Deadpool 2).
The movie is written and produced by Kinney and directed...
The latest animated movie based on Kinney’s book series is set during the winter holidays, which are turning out to be especially stressful for Greg Heffley this year. After accidentally damaging a snowplow while making a snowman with best friend Rowley Jefferson, Greg worries he won’t get the new video game console he so desperately wants for Christmas. To make matters worse, he gets snowed in with his family, including his grumpy older brother Rodrick and annoying younger brother Manny.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever features the voices of Wesley Kimmel (The Mandalorian), Erica Cerra (Power Rangers) and Hunter Dillon (Deadpool 2).
The movie is written and produced by Kinney and directed...
- 9/8/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Matt Rife’s moment has arrived: The viral stand-up comic has landed his first Netflix special, which will debut on the streamer later this year.
Rife will film the special on September 22 and 23 at Dar Constitution Hall in Washington D.C. during a stop on his sold-out “ProbleMATTic” world tour, Netflix announced on Friday. A veteran of MTV/VH1’s Wild ‘N Out who has built a massive following on TikTok, Rife “leaves no topic untouched — from crystals to social media trolls — and no audience member spared,” per the official description.
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Rife will film the special on September 22 and 23 at Dar Constitution Hall in Washington D.C. during a stop on his sold-out “ProbleMATTic” world tour, Netflix announced on Friday. A veteran of MTV/VH1’s Wild ‘N Out who has built a massive following on TikTok, Rife “leaves no topic untouched — from crystals to social media trolls — and no audience member spared,” per the official description.
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- 9/8/2023
- by Dave Nemetz
- TVLine.com
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules", directed by Luke Cormican, is the new CG animated comedy feature, based on the book series by Jeff Kinney, now streaming on Disney+:
"...the riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster prone, middle school student 'Greg Heffley' continues in 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules', focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother 'Rodrick'. A spikey-haired high school student, Rodrick is lazy and undisciplined and spends way too much time practicing with his rock band, 'Löded Diper'..."
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"...the riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster prone, middle school student 'Greg Heffley' continues in 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules', focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother 'Rodrick'. A spikey-haired high school student, Rodrick is lazy and undisciplined and spends way too much time practicing with his rock band, 'Löded Diper'..."
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- 12/18/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series has long been a staple on the bookshelves of kids everywhere and now a new generation will be able to follow Greg’s story on the small screen.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid author Jeff Kinney recently sat down for a conversation with uInterview founder Erik Meers to discuss why he thinks the series resonates with audiences.
>Watch Jeff Kinney’s uINTERVIEW On Creating An Anti-hero
“I feel really privileged and fortunate,” Kinney said. “When the first book came out, it made the New York Times bestseller list two weeks later. It’s been pretty much on it ever since. I feel like I’m on the Truman Show in a way. I feel like the veil is going to be lifted and somebody’s going to say, ‘This is all a prank!’ I think the reason the books are successful is because...
Diary of a Wimpy Kid author Jeff Kinney recently sat down for a conversation with uInterview founder Erik Meers to discuss why he thinks the series resonates with audiences.
>Watch Jeff Kinney’s uINTERVIEW On Creating An Anti-hero
“I feel really privileged and fortunate,” Kinney said. “When the first book came out, it made the New York Times bestseller list two weeks later. It’s been pretty much on it ever since. I feel like I’m on the Truman Show in a way. I feel like the veil is going to be lifted and somebody’s going to say, ‘This is all a prank!’ I think the reason the books are successful is because...
- 12/1/2022
- by Rose Carter
- Uinterview
Greg Heffley is back in “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules”.
Disney released a new clip from the upcoming animated kids movie featuring the return of Greg, as he bids his parents farewell for their trip. His mother reassures him that spending time with his brother alone might give them some quality sibling bonding time.
As soon as the parents are out of the situation, however, Rodrick has other plans and immediately ropes Greg into throwing an “epic party”.
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“The Heffley brothers are throwing this party together,” he says. “People will be talking about this for years.”
Along with the new clip, the studio released a new poster for the movie.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules – Photo: Disney
Greg and his friends are back for the party of their lives...
Disney released a new clip from the upcoming animated kids movie featuring the return of Greg, as he bids his parents farewell for their trip. His mother reassures him that spending time with his brother alone might give them some quality sibling bonding time.
As soon as the parents are out of the situation, however, Rodrick has other plans and immediately ropes Greg into throwing an “epic party”.
Read More: Guillermo del Toro Says Stop-Motion Animated ‘Pinocchio’ Is ‘The Perfect Way To Tell The Story’
“The Heffley brothers are throwing this party together,” he says. “People will be talking about this for years.”
Along with the new clip, the studio released a new poster for the movie.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules – Photo: Disney
Greg and his friends are back for the party of their lives...
- 11/28/2022
- by Anita Tai
- ET Canada
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules", directed by Luke Cormican, is the new CG animated comedy feature, based on the book series by Jeff Kinney, streaming December 2, 2022 on Disney+:
"...the riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster prone, middle school student 'Greg Heffley' continues in 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules', focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother 'Rodrick'. A spikey-haired high school student, Rodrick is lazy and undisciplined and spends way too much time practicing with his rock band, 'Löded Diper'..."
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"...the riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster prone, middle school student 'Greg Heffley' continues in 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules', focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother 'Rodrick'. A spikey-haired high school student, Rodrick is lazy and undisciplined and spends way too much time practicing with his rock band, 'Löded Diper'..."
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- 11/28/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Disney+ Hotstar has released the trailer for “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules,” an all-new animated movie based on the second book in Jeff Kinney’s wildly popular book series. Be sure to check everything out, and don’t forget to watch “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules” on December 2, 2022, premiering on Disney+ Hotstar.
The riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster-prone middle school student Greg Heffley continue in “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules”, focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother Rodrick. A spikey-haired high school student, Rodrick is lazy and undisciplined and spends way too much time practicing with his rock band, Löded Diper. While he loves to torment Greg, he ultimately has a deep affection for his younger brother.
Directed by Luke Cormican and written and produced by Jeff Kinney, “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules” features the voices of Brady Noon,...
The riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster-prone middle school student Greg Heffley continue in “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules”, focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother Rodrick. A spikey-haired high school student, Rodrick is lazy and undisciplined and spends way too much time practicing with his rock band, Löded Diper. While he loves to torment Greg, he ultimately has a deep affection for his younger brother.
Directed by Luke Cormican and written and produced by Jeff Kinney, “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules” features the voices of Brady Noon,...
- 10/20/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules", directed by Luke Cormican, is the new CG animated comedy feature, based on the book series by Jeff Kinney, streaming December 2, 2022 on Disney+:
"...the riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster prone, middle school student 'Greg Heffley' continues in 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules', focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother 'Rodrick'. A spikey-haired high school student, Rodrick is lazy and undisciplined and spends way too much time practicing with his rock band, 'Löded Diper'..."
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"...the riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster prone, middle school student 'Greg Heffley' continues in 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules', focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother 'Rodrick'. A spikey-haired high school student, Rodrick is lazy and undisciplined and spends way too much time practicing with his rock band, 'Löded Diper'..."
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- 10/19/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Jeff Kinney discusses the importance of characters who make mistakes and his new Diary of a Wimpy Kid animated series in his new uInterview. “This is the first time we’re really seeing Greg on-screen look just like Greg on the page,” Kinney said. “So I think the audience when they see the story they’ll say ‘Oh […]
The post Video Exclusive: Jeff Kinney On Creating An Anti-Hero With His ‘Wimpy Kid’ Series appeared first on uInterview.
The post Video Exclusive: Jeff Kinney On Creating An Anti-Hero With His ‘Wimpy Kid’ Series appeared first on uInterview.
- 12/17/2021
- by Marie Fiero
- Uinterview
The perpetual troubles of a prepubescent protagonist are humorously placed at the center of Disney Plus’ “Diary of a Wimpy Kid.” After a successful run of four live-action features adapted from Jeff Kinney’s popular book series, director Swinton Scott refurbishes the franchise as an animated feature, and while the wholesome-minded product feels a tad redundant, it establishes its own identity, occasionally improving upon its cinematic predecessor enough to make it a worthwhile watch.
Scrawny, awkward tween Greg Heffley (Brady Noon) has always tried to avoid embarrassment as much as humanly possible, but life has a funny way of continually making him the butt of the joke. He’s currently sweating his social standing, and the bright red diary his mother bought him isn’t helping matters as it looks far less cool than an inconspicuous journal. He’s hoping that chronicling his pre-teen exploits will serve as the basis...
Scrawny, awkward tween Greg Heffley (Brady Noon) has always tried to avoid embarrassment as much as humanly possible, but life has a funny way of continually making him the butt of the joke. He’s currently sweating his social standing, and the bright red diary his mother bought him isn’t helping matters as it looks far less cool than an inconspicuous journal. He’s hoping that chronicling his pre-teen exploits will serve as the basis...
- 12/3/2021
- by Courtney Howard
- Variety Film + TV
Disney said Friday that it has set up a second film in its Diary of a Wimpy Kid animated franchise, revealing that Rodrick Rules is headed for a 2022 release date on Disney+.
Jeff Kinney’s mega-popular graphic novel series was the subject of four live-action Fox movies beginning in 2010, and the franchise was among those ID’d by Disney after the Fox merger to reboot and boost up Disney+’s movie slate after its launch. The 20th Century Studio pics are being produced by 20th Century Animation and Color Force.
The first film in the new franchise, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, will drop on the streamer on December 3. Brady Noon, Ethan William Childress and Chris Diamantopoulos lead the voice cast for the CG film, directed by Swinton Scott.
Rodrick Rules is also the title of the second book in Kinney’s series following the angsty middle school adventures of Craig Heffley,...
Jeff Kinney’s mega-popular graphic novel series was the subject of four live-action Fox movies beginning in 2010, and the franchise was among those ID’d by Disney after the Fox merger to reboot and boost up Disney+’s movie slate after its launch. The 20th Century Studio pics are being produced by 20th Century Animation and Color Force.
The first film in the new franchise, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, will drop on the streamer on December 3. Brady Noon, Ethan William Childress and Chris Diamantopoulos lead the voice cast for the CG film, directed by Swinton Scott.
Rodrick Rules is also the title of the second book in Kinney’s series following the angsty middle school adventures of Craig Heffley,...
- 11/12/2021
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
"Look at these little nerds, out past their bedtime!" Disney has unveiled the first official trailer for another new adaptation of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, this time as an animated movie for streaming on Disney+ this fall. Fox already made four (!!) live-action movies based on this book series by Jeff Kinney, starting with the original Diary of a Wimpy Kid from 2010, ending with Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul in 2017. This new take features animation that sticks to the style of the books, with stick-figure like characters turned into 3D characters. "Here's what you need to know: don't get the cheese touch!" Greg Heffley is an ambitious kid with an active imagination and big plans to be rich and famous. The problem is that he has to survive middle school first. This new Diary of a Wimpy Kid features the voices of Brady Noon as Greg Heffley,...
- 10/19/2021
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid" is the upcoming CG-animated feature adapting the first book in the "Wimpy Kid" series, written and illustrated by Jeff Kinney. streaming December 3, 2021 on Disney+:
"...'Greg Heffley', a middle schooler, first clarifies 'this is a journal, not a diary'. That he only agreed to write in one when he is 'rich and famous' and 'for now, I'm stuck in middle school with a bunch of morons'.
"Greg then discusses the 'Cheese' at his school. It started when someone left a piece of cheese on the blacktop, and it got moldy. If someone touches it, they have the 'Cheese Touch' which they are stuck with until they pass it on by touching someone else.
"However, the last victim of the Cheese Touch moved away, and Greg hopes nobody starts it up again. He also talks about his best friend, 'Rowley'. Although Greg wants to...
"...'Greg Heffley', a middle schooler, first clarifies 'this is a journal, not a diary'. That he only agreed to write in one when he is 'rich and famous' and 'for now, I'm stuck in middle school with a bunch of morons'.
"Greg then discusses the 'Cheese' at his school. It started when someone left a piece of cheese on the blacktop, and it got moldy. If someone touches it, they have the 'Cheese Touch' which they are stuck with until they pass it on by touching someone else.
"However, the last victim of the Cheese Touch moved away, and Greg hopes nobody starts it up again. He also talks about his best friend, 'Rowley'. Although Greg wants to...
- 9/2/2021
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
New York, NY—Amulet Books, an imprint of Abrams Children’s Books, revealed today the title and cover of the eagerly anticipated sixteenth installment in the global bestselling series by Jeff Kinney. Releasing in hardcover and eBook editions, Big Shot (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 16) will be simultaneously published in 28 countries across the world on October 26, 2021. In addition, the story that started it all comes to life in the all-new animated adventure, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, streaming this holiday season on Disney+.
In Big Shot, Greg Heffley and sports just don’t mix. After a disastrous field day competition at school, Greg decides that when it comes to his athletic career, he’s officially retired. But after his mom urges him to give sports one more chance, he reluctantly agrees to sign up for basketball. Tryouts are a mess, and Greg is sure he won’t make the cut.
In Big Shot, Greg Heffley and sports just don’t mix. After a disastrous field day competition at school, Greg decides that when it comes to his athletic career, he’s officially retired. But after his mom urges him to give sports one more chance, he reluctantly agrees to sign up for basketball. Tryouts are a mess, and Greg is sure he won’t make the cut.
- 5/29/2021
- by ComicMix Staff
- Comicmix.com
It’s Friday, and you know what that means, Disney lovers? Yes, a load of new additions are going up on Disney Plus. This week, there’s a mix of documentaries, the latest episodes of the streaming service’s ongoing shows and a couple of movies we haven’t seen before on the site. One of which is only the second ever X-Men film to be made available on D+.
The two pics in question are Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, the 2017 soft reboot of the Fox family comedy franchise based on Jeff Kinney’s books, and X-Men: Apocalypse. The 2016 superhero flick was the sequel to 2014’s Days of Future Past, which fittingly just debuted on D+ last weekend. These are the first two X-movies on the service, with The Wolverine and 2000’s X-Men to come later this year as part of D+’s Summer Movie Nights schedule.
The two pics in question are Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, the 2017 soft reboot of the Fox family comedy franchise based on Jeff Kinney’s books, and X-Men: Apocalypse. The 2016 superhero flick was the sequel to 2014’s Days of Future Past, which fittingly just debuted on D+ last weekend. These are the first two X-movies on the service, with The Wolverine and 2000’s X-Men to come later this year as part of D+’s Summer Movie Nights schedule.
- 7/17/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
The fourth Diary Of A Wimpy Kid movie arrives in the UK this weekend. Well, we liked it...
Where possible, I try and write a review of a film without having seen anyone else’s opinions of it first. I’ve got plenty of time afterwards to assess just how wrong I am in the eyes of the world.
Last weekend, then, rather than attend a press show, I took my children of varying ages (which tends to be how children work) to the new Wimpy Kid film, The Long Haul. I’ve enjoyed the first three, and particular applaud the quite brilliantly cast company of young performers. But young performers grow old and so, five years after Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3, The Long Haul arrives with the same director (David Bowery), author Jeff Kinney still heavily involved, but a totally new cast.
I was expecting something akin to a reboot,...
Where possible, I try and write a review of a film without having seen anyone else’s opinions of it first. I’ve got plenty of time afterwards to assess just how wrong I am in the eyes of the world.
Last weekend, then, rather than attend a press show, I took my children of varying ages (which tends to be how children work) to the new Wimpy Kid film, The Long Haul. I’ve enjoyed the first three, and particular applaud the quite brilliantly cast company of young performers. But young performers grow old and so, five years after Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3, The Long Haul arrives with the same director (David Bowery), author Jeff Kinney still heavily involved, but a totally new cast.
I was expecting something akin to a reboot,...
- 5/25/2017
- Den of Geek
Simon Brew May 25, 2017
The director of the new Wimpy Kid - and the last three - on the movie, and why he doesn't like deleted scenes...
Returning for the fourth Diary Of A Wimpy Kid film – and his third as director – is British-born director David Bowers. Having started with animation – directing Flushed Away and Astro Boy, amongst his extensive credits – Bowers has since been primarily working on bringing Jeff Kinney’s characters to the screen.
Ahead of the release in UK cinemas this Friday of Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, he spared us some time for a chat about the movie.
We started by my asking if he’d been to see the film himself since it was finished…
I went on Saturday to watch it. My mother in law wanted to see it. The guy in front of us, who’d grudgingly taken his seven-year old daughter,...
The director of the new Wimpy Kid - and the last three - on the movie, and why he doesn't like deleted scenes...
Returning for the fourth Diary Of A Wimpy Kid film – and his third as director – is British-born director David Bowers. Having started with animation – directing Flushed Away and Astro Boy, amongst his extensive credits – Bowers has since been primarily working on bringing Jeff Kinney’s characters to the screen.
Ahead of the release in UK cinemas this Friday of Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, he spared us some time for a chat about the movie.
We started by my asking if he’d been to see the film himself since it was finished…
I went on Saturday to watch it. My mother in law wanted to see it. The guy in front of us, who’d grudgingly taken his seven-year old daughter,...
- 5/24/2017
- Den of Geek
Welcome back to the Weekend Warrior, your weekly look at the new movies hitting theaters this weekend, and to paraphrase those renowned seventies scholars the Brady Bunch, “When it’s time to change then it’s time to change.”
While I’ve tried my hardest to slowly sneak those changes in, it’s gotten to the point where we’ll need to do something more drastic if the few of you reading the Weekend Warrior on a weekly basis actually want it to remain coming to you on a weekly basis. Because of that, we’re going to try something different by not throwing in as much independent limited releases for those checking the column out, and making the column a little more focused at least for the time being. (I’m probably going to move reviews for my Top Picks over to my blog, which is easy enough to...
While I’ve tried my hardest to slowly sneak those changes in, it’s gotten to the point where we’ll need to do something more drastic if the few of you reading the Weekend Warrior on a weekly basis actually want it to remain coming to you on a weekly basis. Because of that, we’re going to try something different by not throwing in as much independent limited releases for those checking the column out, and making the column a little more focused at least for the time being. (I’m probably going to move reviews for my Top Picks over to my blog, which is easy enough to...
- 5/17/2017
- by Edward Douglas
- LRMonline.com
Jeff Kinney on ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ by Uinterview Author Jeff Kinney wasn’t always set on writing an incredibly successful children and teen book series and an its ensuing film franchise, but after a slurry of rejections he found himself doing just that. “I always wanted to be a newspaper cartoonist but I couldn’t break in,” […]
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- 5/15/2017
- by Jacob Kaye
- Uinterview
After a five-year break, the Heffley family is back in action — although with a completely different cast playing them — in Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, the fourth feature taken from Jeff Kinney’s highly relatable series of cartoon novels chronicling the life of a hapless middle schooler.
The hiatus after 2012’s Dog Days effectively aged out original lead Zachary Gordon (now 19), as well as his big brother/tormentor played by Devon Bostick (now 25), and while they were cleaning house, the producers also sent original parents Steve Zahn and Rachael Harris packing. They're now played by...
The hiatus after 2012’s Dog Days effectively aged out original lead Zachary Gordon (now 19), as well as his big brother/tormentor played by Devon Bostick (now 25), and while they were cleaning house, the producers also sent original parents Steve Zahn and Rachael Harris packing. They're now played by...
- 5/15/2017
- by Michael Rechtshaffen
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
"There's a new hero who dares to be... wimpy." Fox has debuted the official theatrical trailer for the latest sequel in the comedy series Diary of a Wimpy Kid, this one subtitled The Long Haul, about a family road trip. This is the fourth movie in the cinematic franchise based on the series of books by Jeff Kinney. Young actor Jason Drucker plays Greg, who convinces his family to take a road trip to attend his great grandmother's 90th birthday as a cover for what he really wants: to attend a nearby gamer convention. The cast includes Jason Ian Drucker, Charlie Wright, Owen Asztalos, Tom Everett Scott, and Alicia Silverstone. Surprisingly, this trailer is better than the teaser trailer but cuts out all the gaming convention footage. This actually looks like it might be an enjoyable road trip comedy, but I'm still not going to watch it. Here's the second...
- 3/17/2017
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
I’m pretty sure that will all of the Marvel, DC and other million and a half promos, teasers, and posters coming out the real one you were waiting for was “The Diary of a Wimpy Kid.” All jokes aside though, a new trailer is here. You know who else isn’t joking? Author Jeff Kinney who created this book-series. It’s one of the most successful book series of all time. While it’s not Harry Potter and J.K. Rowling I think it’s safe to say that Kinney doesn’t have to work another day in his entire life. Anyway, 20th Century Fox has
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Trailer and Poster are Here...
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Trailer and Poster are Here...
- 2/24/2017
- by Nat Berman
- TVovermind.com
"A Wimp will rise." Fox has released an extended teaser trailer for the latest sequel in the comedy series Diary of a Wimpy Kid, this one subtitled The Long Haul, about a family road trip. This is the fourth movie in the cinematic franchise based on the popular series of books by Jeff Kinney. Young actor Jason Drucker plays Greg, who convinces his family to take a road trip to attend his great grandmother's 90th birthday as a cover for what he really wants: to attend a nearby gamer convention. The cast includes Jason Ian Drucker, Charlie Wright, Owen Asztalos, Tom Everett Scott, and Alicia Silverstone. Yes, this looks as campy and as absurd as you might expect for the fourth movie in the Wimpy Kid series. Not for me. Here's the first teaser trailer for David Bowers' Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, from YouTube: In...
- 2/23/2017
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Joseph Baxter Mar 17, 2017
The Diary Of A Wimpy Kid series returns, with a new cast. Here's the latest trailer...
And another trailer for the upcoming soft reboot of the Diary Of A Wimpy Kid movies has landed (notwithstanding the fact that we only got the last trailer about three weeks ago). Here's the full new promo for the movie...
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From last month
When the original Diary Of A Wimpy Kid movie first arrived in 2010, it would have been hard to conceive that it could become a four-film-spawning franchise that would still be kicking some seven years later. However, after a five-year dormancy, the series, based on the irreverent novels written and illustrated by Jeff Kinney, is set to relaunch with its fourth film entry Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul. Seeing as said “wimpy kid,...
The Diary Of A Wimpy Kid series returns, with a new cast. Here's the latest trailer...
And another trailer for the upcoming soft reboot of the Diary Of A Wimpy Kid movies has landed (notwithstanding the fact that we only got the last trailer about three weeks ago). Here's the full new promo for the movie...
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From last month
When the original Diary Of A Wimpy Kid movie first arrived in 2010, it would have been hard to conceive that it could become a four-film-spawning franchise that would still be kicking some seven years later. However, after a five-year dormancy, the series, based on the irreverent novels written and illustrated by Jeff Kinney, is set to relaunch with its fourth film entry Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul. Seeing as said “wimpy kid,...
- 2/23/2017
- Den of Geek
A few years ago, the conventional wisdom was that physical books (and therefore, bookstores) were endangered species. All of us were going to get our reading material beamed directly into our various devices, if not our actual eyeballs, and there would no longer be physical books to buy.
This isn’t happening. Print book sales are up this year.
Among the categories helping to sell hard copies of books (besides coloring books, and is that still a thing?) is graphic novels. Sales of graphic novels were up twelve percent last year.
That is a lot.
A great deal of the credit for the book market success of graphic novels is Jeff Kinney’s Wimpy Kid series, which continues to sell and sell and sell. Raina Telgemeirer is another dynamo. Both are considered to create books for the children’s market (or young adult). While this market is not growing as...
This isn’t happening. Print book sales are up this year.
Among the categories helping to sell hard copies of books (besides coloring books, and is that still a thing?) is graphic novels. Sales of graphic novels were up twelve percent last year.
That is a lot.
A great deal of the credit for the book market success of graphic novels is Jeff Kinney’s Wimpy Kid series, which continues to sell and sell and sell. Raina Telgemeirer is another dynamo. Both are considered to create books for the children’s market (or young adult). While this market is not growing as...
- 1/13/2017
- by Martha Thomases
- Comicmix.com
October 23 was a big day for 9-year-old Mahlon. In fact, it’s been a big year for him.
In July, his family moved from Portland to Bend, Oregon, and after being homeschooled his entire life, he started to attend public school with the hopes of achieving his dream of throwing a birthday party with classmates and friends.
Last Sunday, the house was decked out, the party theme based on Mahlon’s favorite book, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, was set and the birthday cake ready to cut, but no one showed up.
Mahlon and his family were crushed.
“I was heartbroken,...
In July, his family moved from Portland to Bend, Oregon, and after being homeschooled his entire life, he started to attend public school with the hopes of achieving his dream of throwing a birthday party with classmates and friends.
Last Sunday, the house was decked out, the party theme based on Mahlon’s favorite book, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, was set and the birthday cake ready to cut, but no one showed up.
Mahlon and his family were crushed.
“I was heartbroken,...
- 11/2/2016
- by marlenelenthang
- PEOPLE.com
Jeff Kinney, author of the record-breaking book series, is here to introduce you to the cast of Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul from the set of the upcoming film.
In Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, based on the record-breaking book series, a family road trip to attend Meemaw’s 90th birthday party goes hilariously off course–thanks to Greg’s newest scheme to (finally!) become famous.
Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul hits theaters everywhere May 19, 2017.
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In Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, based on the record-breaking book series, a family road trip to attend Meemaw’s 90th birthday party goes hilariously off course–thanks to Greg’s newest scheme to (finally!) become famous.
Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul hits theaters everywhere May 19, 2017.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wimpykidmovie
#WimpyKid
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- 11/2/2016
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Simon Brew Nov 2, 2016
A Diary Of A Wimpy Kid mini-reboot movie is on the way, as The Long Haul gets set for a 2017 release...
An update on the new Diary Of A Wimpy Kid that's now in production. The film has indeed been recast - given that the line-up of the first three films has selfishly chosen to grow up - and the new ensemble has been revealed in this new video...
Jason Ian Drucker, Charlie Wright, Owen Asztalos, Tom Everett Scott and Alicia Silverstone lead the ensemble this time. More on the film as we hear it...
From August 2016
The three films based on Jeff Kinney’s Diary Of A Wimpy Kid series of books to date have done solid business for 20th Century Fox. But as Kinney himself has acknowledged, the problem came when the young cast – led by Zachary Gordon – grew up. As such, we've not had...
A Diary Of A Wimpy Kid mini-reboot movie is on the way, as The Long Haul gets set for a 2017 release...
An update on the new Diary Of A Wimpy Kid that's now in production. The film has indeed been recast - given that the line-up of the first three films has selfishly chosen to grow up - and the new ensemble has been revealed in this new video...
Jason Ian Drucker, Charlie Wright, Owen Asztalos, Tom Everett Scott and Alicia Silverstone lead the ensemble this time. More on the film as we hear it...
From August 2016
The three films based on Jeff Kinney’s Diary Of A Wimpy Kid series of books to date have done solid business for 20th Century Fox. But as Kinney himself has acknowledged, the problem came when the young cast – led by Zachary Gordon – grew up. As such, we've not had...
- 8/11/2016
- Den of Geek
There are two new Wimpy Kids in town! People is pleased to introduce Jason Drucker and Owen Asztalos, aka the new Greg Heffley and Rowley Jefferson for the next installment of Fox's film franchise, based on Jeff Kinney's bestselling book series. Drucker, 10, and Asztalos, 11, beat out more than 2,000 kids for the coveted roles of Greg and Rowley in the fourth installment of the franchise, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul. Director David Bowers called them separately via Skype to personally deliver the big news and thanks to wonders of modern technology, you can see from their...
- 7/29/2016
- by Kara Warner, @karawarner
- PEOPLE.com
There are two new Wimpy Kids in town! People is pleased to introduce Jason Drucker and Owen Asztalos, aka the new Greg Heffley and Rowley Jefferson for the next installment of Fox's film franchise, based on Jeff Kinney's bestselling book series. Drucker, 10, and Asztalos, 11, beat out more than 2,000 kids for the coveted roles of Greg and Rowley in the fourth installment of the franchise, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul. Director David Bowers called them separately via Skype to personally deliver the big news and thanks to wonders of modern technology, you can see from their...
- 7/29/2016
- by Kara Warner, @karawarner
- PEOPLE.com
Jason Ian Drucker ("Every Witch Way") and Owen Asztalos ("Paterson") have been cast as the young leads of a reboot of "The Diary of a Wimpy Kid" franchise in the works at Fox and Color Force.
David Bowers, who helmed two of the three previous live-action films which ran from 2010 to 2012, is returning to direct the new feature based on Jeff Kinney's series of books - more specifically the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul" title.
Drucker will replace Zachary Gordon as the main character Greg Heffley who convinces his family to embark on a summer road trip to attend Meemaw's 90th birthday - so he can secretly attend what he thinks is a nearby gamer convention. But the diversion takes them wildly off course, and Greg must figure out how to get his family back on track.
Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson are producing.
Source: THR...
David Bowers, who helmed two of the three previous live-action films which ran from 2010 to 2012, is returning to direct the new feature based on Jeff Kinney's series of books - more specifically the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul" title.
Drucker will replace Zachary Gordon as the main character Greg Heffley who convinces his family to embark on a summer road trip to attend Meemaw's 90th birthday - so he can secretly attend what he thinks is a nearby gamer convention. But the diversion takes them wildly off course, and Greg must figure out how to get his family back on track.
Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson are producing.
Source: THR...
- 7/28/2016
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
The Diary of a Wimpy Kid franchise is ready to open to a new page. The Fox and Color Force film franchise based on the popular book series is rebooting with two new young stars: Jason Ian Drucker and Owen Asztalos. David Bowers, who helmed 2011's Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules and 2012's Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days, is returning to direct the new film based on the book Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul. The Diary of a Wimpy Kid film franchise, based on Jeff Kinney’s series of books, launched in 2010 with
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- 7/28/2016
- by Rebecca Ford
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Fox 2000 has signed a three-year first-look deal with Color Force, the production banner run by Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson and best known for the Hunger Games movies. Photos Hollywood's 100 Favorite Films Color Force, whose exec stable also includes senior vp Bryan Unkeless, worked with Fox 2000 on a trio of Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies, the successful adaptation of the Jeff Kinney book series. The company is currently developing a feature film adaptation of Robert Crais’ best-selling novel Suspect for Fox 2000. Suspect will be the first project to fall under the new deal.
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- 7/15/2014
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Forbes magazine unveiled its list of top-earning authors from last year, with "Fifty Shades of Grey" writer El James taking the top spot with a whopping $95 million, beating such authors as James Patterson and Stephen King. James is a former TV executive a fan of the "Twilight" books, which her "Fifty Shades of Grey" trilogy is based on. While James' books are about to be turned into a movie, "Twilight" author, Stephenie Meyer, just told Variety that she has no plans to continue to the franchise. "I get further away every day," she said. "I am so over it. For me, it's not a happy place to be." Other authors on the list are Patterson with $91 million, Suzanne Collins (The Hunger Games) with $55 million, Bill O'Reilly (Killing Lincoln) with $28 million, Danielle Steel with $26 million, Jeff Kinney (Diary of a Wimpy Kid) with $24 million, Janet Evanovich with $24 million, Nora Roberts with $23 million,...
- 8/15/2013
- WorstPreviews.com
Taking the trashy romance novel to the next level, E.L. James cashed in big time thanks to her “50 Shades of Grey” novel franchise.
According to the newly-released Forbes Top-Earning Authors list, the erotic writer (real name Erika Leonard) scored a $95 million payday and even nabbed $5 million for the movie rights.
Beloved scribe James Patterson came in second with $91 million, while Suzanne Collins took home a $55 million paycheck for her “Hunger Games” writings.
Rounding out the top ten are Bill O’Reilly, Danielle Steel, Jeff Kinney, Janet Evanovich, Nora Roberts, Dan Brown, and Stephen King.
According to the newly-released Forbes Top-Earning Authors list, the erotic writer (real name Erika Leonard) scored a $95 million payday and even nabbed $5 million for the movie rights.
Beloved scribe James Patterson came in second with $91 million, while Suzanne Collins took home a $55 million paycheck for her “Hunger Games” writings.
Rounding out the top ten are Bill O’Reilly, Danielle Steel, Jeff Kinney, Janet Evanovich, Nora Roberts, Dan Brown, and Stephen King.
- 8/14/2013
- GossipCenter
E.L. James made a big splash with the release of her best-selling trilogy, "Fifty Shades of Grey." The former fan fiction author reportedly made $95 million over the past year, making her the top-earning author between June 2012 and June 2013. A reported 70 million copies of "Fifty Shades of Grey" were sold during the first eight months of the book's release.
Forbes writes that "the e-book format was a key factor" to landing James at the top of the magazine's annual list. Following close behind her was longtime juggernaut James Patterson, who made $91 million in the same time period.
Coming in third place is "The Hunger Games" author Suzanne Collins, whose franchise earned her $55 million. Then there's Bill O'Reilly, who made $28 million thanks to his two books "Killing Lincoln" and "Killing Kennedy," and Danielle Steel, whose back catalogue of 128 titles earned her $26 million.
Rounding out the list is "Diary of a Wimpy Kid's" Jeff Kinney with $24 million,...
Forbes writes that "the e-book format was a key factor" to landing James at the top of the magazine's annual list. Following close behind her was longtime juggernaut James Patterson, who made $91 million in the same time period.
Coming in third place is "The Hunger Games" author Suzanne Collins, whose franchise earned her $55 million. Then there's Bill O'Reilly, who made $28 million thanks to his two books "Killing Lincoln" and "Killing Kennedy," and Danielle Steel, whose back catalogue of 128 titles earned her $26 million.
Rounding out the list is "Diary of a Wimpy Kid's" Jeff Kinney with $24 million,...
- 8/14/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
U2 singer and actors Goldberg and Cumberbatch and other celebrities turn artist for postcard sale to raise funds for school
To call the postcard-sized creation by Whoopi Goldberg a work of art, might be pushing it, but it is still expected to spark keen interest among buyers. The work will appear along with equally distinguished ones by Bono, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Julian Lennon in a silent auction to raise funds for a primary school in north London at the annual Affordable Art Fair
Cumberbatch and Bono have gone for self portraits – the Sherlock star's a Byronic profile, the U2 frontman's a quick slash of blue marker conjuring up his trademark sunglasses. Lennon has sent a sweetly traditional landscape in red marker on cardboard, complete with duck pond and cottage with smoking chimney, which any of the pupils might feel they could at least match in art class. Goldberg's is more a message than a painting,...
To call the postcard-sized creation by Whoopi Goldberg a work of art, might be pushing it, but it is still expected to spark keen interest among buyers. The work will appear along with equally distinguished ones by Bono, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Julian Lennon in a silent auction to raise funds for a primary school in north London at the annual Affordable Art Fair
Cumberbatch and Bono have gone for self portraits – the Sherlock star's a Byronic profile, the U2 frontman's a quick slash of blue marker conjuring up his trademark sunglasses. Lennon has sent a sweetly traditional landscape in red marker on cardboard, complete with duck pond and cottage with smoking chimney, which any of the pupils might feel they could at least match in art class. Goldberg's is more a message than a painting,...
- 6/12/2013
- by Maev Kennedy
- The Guardian - Film News
Chicago – Most former kids can agree that junior high is pure hell. It’s the dividing line between the carefree bliss of elementary school and the budding maturity of high school. Suddenly kids are faced with a decision: either assert their dominance over the weakest of their peers or risk joining them. Become a bully or be bullied. Neither option is enticing.
Jeff Kinney’s “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” book series connected with young readers who related to its awkward protagonist, Greg Heffley, whose misadventures were conveyed through a cheerful amalgamation of journal entries, illustrations and comics. The film adaptations, however, have been more interested in capturing Kinney’s broadly comic sensibility rather than his nuggets of truth. Instead of illuminating the humanity within Kinney’s caricatures, the films exploit their quirks in nauseatingly cynical fashion.
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What laughs are there to be gleaned from a fat kid...
Jeff Kinney’s “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” book series connected with young readers who related to its awkward protagonist, Greg Heffley, whose misadventures were conveyed through a cheerful amalgamation of journal entries, illustrations and comics. The film adaptations, however, have been more interested in capturing Kinney’s broadly comic sensibility rather than his nuggets of truth. Instead of illuminating the humanity within Kinney’s caricatures, the films exploit their quirks in nauseatingly cynical fashion.
Blu-ray Rating: 1.5/5.0
What laughs are there to be gleaned from a fat kid...
- 1/8/2013
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
Jeff Kinney, author of the hugely popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid books – and one of Time magazine's top 100 most influential people – tells Nick McGrath why his stories resonate around the world
The parallels between unassuming middle child Jeff Kinney and his star-crossed fictional anti-hero Greg Heffley are too arresting to ignore. With his preppy shirts, earnest, toothy grin and diffident manner, Kinney – a 41-year-old father of two and self-confessed former computer games addict – was probably never picked first for the school football team.
Heffley, a luckless video games fanatic frozen in cartoon time as the simplistically drawn adolescent protagonist of Kinney's phenomenally popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, is similarly flawed and – however hard he tries – rarely penetrates beyond the outer fringes of the in-crowd.
Belittled by his cooler, tougher elder brother Rodrick, frustrated by his mollycoddled younger brother Manny and ignored by the class catch Holly Hills...
The parallels between unassuming middle child Jeff Kinney and his star-crossed fictional anti-hero Greg Heffley are too arresting to ignore. With his preppy shirts, earnest, toothy grin and diffident manner, Kinney – a 41-year-old father of two and self-confessed former computer games addict – was probably never picked first for the school football team.
Heffley, a luckless video games fanatic frozen in cartoon time as the simplistically drawn adolescent protagonist of Kinney's phenomenally popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, is similarly flawed and – however hard he tries – rarely penetrates beyond the outer fringes of the in-crowd.
Belittled by his cooler, tougher elder brother Rodrick, frustrated by his mollycoddled younger brother Manny and ignored by the class catch Holly Hills...
- 12/1/2012
- by Nick McGrath
- The Guardian - Film News
Magic Mike; Ted; Brave; Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
After what seemed like a lifetime leaning "quirkily" against people and inanimate objects in the posters for dismal, money-spinning rom-coms, Matthew McConaughey rediscovered his mojo this year with two movies that reminded us why we first sat up and took notice of him in Dazed and Confused, Lone Star and even Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation. In William Friedkin's Killer Joe, he built upon the career resurrection hinted at in The Lincoln Lawyer, playing a slimy, murderous Texan working both sides of the law.
He dazzles once again in Magic Mike (2012, Lionsgate, 15) as the leader of a male striptease troupe whose routines boast none of the coy amateurism of The Full Monty. Inspired in part by the real-life experiences of beefcakey co-star and producer Channing Tatum, this Steven Soderbergh-directed romp continues the director's ongoing love affair with upmarket exploitation cinema.
After what seemed like a lifetime leaning "quirkily" against people and inanimate objects in the posters for dismal, money-spinning rom-coms, Matthew McConaughey rediscovered his mojo this year with two movies that reminded us why we first sat up and took notice of him in Dazed and Confused, Lone Star and even Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation. In William Friedkin's Killer Joe, he built upon the career resurrection hinted at in The Lincoln Lawyer, playing a slimy, murderous Texan working both sides of the law.
He dazzles once again in Magic Mike (2012, Lionsgate, 15) as the leader of a male striptease troupe whose routines boast none of the coy amateurism of The Full Monty. Inspired in part by the real-life experiences of beefcakey co-star and producer Channing Tatum, this Steven Soderbergh-directed romp continues the director's ongoing love affair with upmarket exploitation cinema.
- 11/25/2012
- by Mark Kermode
- The Guardian - Film News
If you weren’t following our Twitter feed or our Facebook page in real time on Saturday night (and good heavens, why weren’t you?) the 2012 Harvey Awards were given out at the Baltimore Comic-Con. Daredevil was the big winner of the night with four wins for Best Series, Best New Series, Best Inker and Best Writer. Hark! A Vagrant‘s Kate Beaton won three with Best Online Comics Work, the Special Award for Humor, and Best Cartoonist. Jim Henson’s Tale Of Sand by Ramon Perez won two for Best Original Graphic Album and Best Story, tying Walt Simonson’s The Mighty Thor: Artist’s Edition with wins for Best Domestic Reprint Project and the Special Award for Excellence in Presentation, and J.H. Williams on Batwoman snagging Best Artist and Best Cover Artist.
The Dick Giordano Humanitarian Award from the Hero Initiative was given posthumously to Joe Kubert,...
The Dick Giordano Humanitarian Award from the Hero Initiative was given posthumously to Joe Kubert,...
- 9/11/2012
- by Glenn Hauman
- Comicmix.com
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