Sunday, November 30, 2008

Twilight Movie Review

Stephanie Meyer's teen vampire romance book "Twilight" makes it to the big screen this weekend starring Robert pattinson as Edward and Kristen Stewart as Bella. There's no doubt that "Twilight" will make tons of cash, but will it satisfy fans an non-fans of the book alike? Eric Melin of www.scene-stealers.com and guest co-host Whitney Mathews (www.whitneymathews.com) review "Twilight" from the perspective of someone who has and someone who hasn't read the book. Is the Catherine Hardwicke-directed vampire romance fantasy just for teenagers? Find out in this on-camera movie review of "Twilight."

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Quantum of Solace Movie Review

Eric Melin and guest co-host and drummer extraordinaire Billy Brimblecom tackle the newest installment of the James Bond franchise. “Quantum of Solace” stars Daniel Craig as a less-talk, more-rock version of the mighty British 007 spy. This movie is already out in the U.K., but we here in the U.S. get our first crack at it this weekend in theaters. How does “Quantum of Solace” add up the the last Craig-Bond movie, “Casino Royale.” Find out in this on-camera review!

Friday, November 07, 2008

Zack and Miri Make a Porno Movie Review

Eric Melin goes it alone in this, the first-ever, one-man review in the history of Scene-Stealers. Kevin Smith's "Zack and Miri Make a Porno" starring Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks is reviewed by Eric, who has come under fire lately for not having enough of a female perspective. This review features Elizabeth Banks, Katie Morgan, and Traci Lords. The movie also stars Jason Mewes, Jeff Anderson, and Craig Robinson. Find out what all the fuss is about Kevin Smith's "Zack and Miri Make a Porno." Was it really too explicit for some theaters? Is the movie as dirty as its banned movie posters? Did Eric even notice that there was porno-style sex in the movie? Find out in this Scene-Stealers On-Camera Review of "Zack and Miri Make a Porno."

Thursday, October 23, 2008

W. Movie Review

Eric Melin and guest co-host Nick Colby (bassist for The Dead Girls) review the new Oliver Stone George W. Bush biopic "W." Many will come away from Oliver Stone's movie feeling sympathetic towards the George W. Bush, who never lived up to poppy Bush's expectations, and that is why the film is so devastating. Josh Brolin is excellent, and has the same natural charm that got Bush elected, and Stone's movie suggests what we've seen is what we get. That's all there is to this president. If "W." feels empty, that's because it reflects the soul of the man whom it is about.

Monday, October 13, 2008

Body of Lies Movie Review

Eric Melin from Scene-Stealers.com and guest co-host Matt Brown have an Instant Review of the new Ridley Scott-directed "Body of Lies," starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe. "Body of Lies" is a mature movie about complicated issues. "Body of Lies" is a well-acted, convincing piece of work. But does it have as much emotional complexity as it has labyrinthine plot histrionics? Watch the Body of Lies Movie review now and find out!

Choke Movie Review

It's only the second book from "Fight Club" author Chuck Palahniuk to be adapted into a movie, but beyond sharing a couple themes with the Brad Pitt-Edward Norton film, it has little in common with it. Eric Melin and guest co-host Trevan McGee (from inkkc.com) review "Choke," starring Sam Rockwell, Anjelica Huston, and Kelly MacDonald directly following a screening of the movie at the Screenland Theater. "Choke" follows a sex addict and historial interpreter who may just be the Messiah. It's another Instant Review from your pals at Scene-Stealers.com!

Burn After Reading Movie Review

Fresh off of their Best Picture winner "No Country for Old Men," Joel and Ethan Coen return to the screen with a pitch-black comedy called "Burn After Reading," starring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Tilda Swinton, John Malkovich, Richard Jenkins, and the lynchpin of the whole movie, Frances McDormand. Are the Coen brothers up to their old tricks again, putting desperate characters through their bizarre twisted rollercoaster ride? Scene-Stealers mogul Eric Melin and guest host Kevin Quinn from KRBZ 96.5 the buzz have the scoop in this on-camera movie review of "Burn After Reading," featuring clips from the movie! Here's a first-look movie review of "Burn After Reading," filmed moments after the credits rolled in the movie theater.

Wednesday, September 03, 2008

The Rocker Interview with Jason Sudeikis

Jason Sudeikis (“30 Rock,” “Saturday Night Live”) is so good as the rock band manager in the new movie “The Rocker” that he pretty much steals the show. Being rockers ourselves, we wanted to do something a little different than the normal junket interview while Jason was in town promoting “The Rocker” (starring Rainn Wilson), so we ambushed the comedy star with a homegrown rock n’ roll quiz to see how much of his portrayal was a result of Method acting. As it turns out, this didn’t quite go exactly as planned. This is probably the last time we try to quiz a movie star. Yikes! Maybe we should just stick to the regular junket questions. Anyway, enjoy this very uncomfortable interview with Jason Sudeikis from a dirty hotel room somewhere in Kansas City.

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Dark Knight Movie Review

Eric and J.D. tackle the epic proportions of Christopher Nolan’s second Batman movie “The Dark Knight” in this on-camera review, featuring clips from the much-anticipated movie. Can the film possibly live up to the enormous amount of pre-release hype?

Monday, July 14, 2008

Hellboy II Movie Review

Eric Melin and J.D. Warnock from Scene-Stealers.com review Hellboy II The Golden Army starring Ron Perlmand and directed by Guillermo Del Toro. This review of Hellboy II The Golden Army features tons of extended clips from the film, showcasing some badass special effects and creatures, which is something Guillermo Del Toro is known for. But does the storytelling match Del Toro's visual inventiveness? Watch this on-camera video review of Hellboy II The Golden Army and find out!

Thursday, July 03, 2008

Christmas On Mars Flaming Lips Interview with Wayne Coyne Part-3

Part 3 of 3 of Eric’s full-length interview with Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne following the exclusive, festival-only screenings of the new Flaming Lips movie, “Christmas on Mars.” Eric caught up with Wayne before The Lips took the stage Friday June 6, 2008 at the Wakarusa Music Festival in Lawrence, KS. This is the part where you can hear about “Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots” on Broadway!

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Christmas on Mars Flaming Lips Interview with Wayne Coyne Part 2

Part 2 of 3: Eric has the first full-length interview with Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne following the exclusive, festival-only screenings of the new Flaming Lips movie, “Christmas on Mars.” Eric caught up with Wayne before The Lips took the stage Friday June 6, 2008 at the Wakarusa Music Festival in Lawrence, KS. Wayne Coyne talks about what inspired him to make the movie - seven years in the making - and his drive to finish a movie his mother might have dreamt up while dozing on the couch one night.

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Christmas on Mars Flaming Lips Interview with Wayne Coyne 1

Part 1 of 3: Eric Melin from Scene-Stealers.com has the first full-length interview with Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne following the exclusive, festival-only screenings of the new Flaming Lips movie, "Christmas on Mars." Also included are clips from "Christmas on Mars,"clips from its pre-advance trailer, and some front row footage of The Flaming Lips' amazing performance headlining that night. Eric caught up with Wayne Coyne before The Flaming Lips took the stage Friday June 6, 2008 at the Wakarusa Music Festival in Lawrence, Kansas, where The Flaming Lips set up a special circus tent, served green popcorn, and screened the new Flaming Lips movie "Christmas on Mars" for only the second time ever (the first was just one week before at the Sasquatch! Music Festival in George, Washington. Wayne Coyne talks about what inspired him to make the movie -seven years in the making - what to expect, and why he is obssessed with Christmas, Mars, and female genitalia. Exclusive! Wayne also talks about "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots" - The Broadway play. And yes, this does include the opening with Wayne walking inside a giant biubble over the heads and hands of the crowd. Wayne Coyne, The Flaming Lips, Christmas on Mars movie, Wakarusa Music Festival. Check out www.scene-stealers.com, the only rock n' roll movie site, for on-camera movie reviews, great interviews, giveaways, and Digg-topping Top 10 lists!

Monday, June 16, 2008

The Incredible Hulk Movie Review

Marvel Comics’ Hulk is back after an artistically interesting (but commercially disappointing) 2003 debut from Ang Lee, trying this time to get some of that “Iron Man” cash with Edward Norton as the un-jolly green giant. Watch Eric and J.D.’s review moments after the screening of “The Incredible Hulk”.

Thursday, May 22, 2008

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Movie Review

Eric and J.D., unorthodox film critics at www.scene-stealers.com, Review the most anticipated movie of the summer "Indiana Jones and The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull." Indiana Jones is back and he's not after the raiders of the lost arc, he must instead deal with Russians, Rebels and Roswell. The "Last Crusade" was not the last Indiana Jones movie to kick some ass. Harrison Ford, George Lucas, and Steven Spielberg are all back for "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal skull." But is the magic back? Eric and JD have all the answers and more, with clips from "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull."

Friday, May 16, 2008

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian Movie Review

Eric and J.D., unorthodox film critics at www.scene-stealers.com, manage to fit Jesus, kids, and "ass" all in one review of C.S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. Following the box office success of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian picks up the story with the four English children returning to Narnia, where they once ruled as kings and queens. Is it predictable fare or does it move the legacy forward in a positive direction? Watch this review with clips from C.S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. Don't forget to subscribe to the Scene-Stealers

Thursday, May 15, 2008

Iron Man Movie Review

Directly after an advance screening of Marvel Comics’ “Iron Man,” starring Robert Downey, Jr., Eric and J.D. give an Instant Review of the movie. Summer is here an the influx of superheroes is just beginning, but “Iron Man” is a cut above the rest. Thanks to a strong lead performane by Robert Downey, Jr., a script that’s actually about something, and director Jon Favreau’s keen eye for comedy, “Iron Man” gets two rock fists up even though it doesn’t use Black Sabbath’s “Iron Man” until the closing credits.

Monday, April 21, 2008

Forgetting Sarah Marshall Movie Review

Eric and J.D. from Scene-Stealers.com discuss why Jason Segel is the new Seth Rogen ("Superbad") and what makes "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" better than most romantic comedies of it ilk. It may have something to do with producer Judd Apatow ("Knocked Up, "The 40 Year-old Virgin"), but they're pretty sure it has more to do with an unflinching sense of honesty, lots of male nudity, and a keen eye on satirizing Hollywood types. Plus, UK comedian Russell Brand is hilarious.

Friday, April 04, 2008

Shine A Light Movie Review

The joke goes something like this: “Shine A Light,” the new Rolling Stones concert film, is the first Martin Scorsese movie to not feature “Gimme Shelter.” It’s true, Marty has used the Stones in “Mean Streets,” “GoodFellas,” and “The Departed,” but never before has he orchestrated a entire rapturous two-hour concert film about his favorite dangerous English rockers. So what if they’re in their sixties? Eric and J.D. are convinced that if you are a rock n’ roll fan, you’ll love this movie, especially in IMAX.

Friday, March 21, 2008

Drillbit Taylor Movie Review

Eric and J.D., two unorthodox critics at Scene-Stealers.com and contestants on VH1's "World Series of Pop Culture," give a movie review of the Judd Apatow-produced, Seth Rogen/John Hughes-written comedy “Drillbit Taylor,” starring Owen Wilson and three kids who stepped out of a “Superbad” time machine three years earlier. Find out why movie studios release movies like this one, directed by Steven Brill (“Without a Paddle,” “Mr. Deeds”), in March. Stop by www.scene-stealers.com for great reviews, top 10 lists, and lots of giveaways! Subscribe to our channel today to get the newest reviews the day they open in theaters!

Monday, February 11, 2008

Will Ferrell Semi-Pro Interview

What in the Hell is Will Ferrell doing in the Little Apple (Manhattan, Kansas)? Eric Melin, co-host of Scene-Stealers.com, caught up with the comedy genius while on the first stop of his Funny Or Die College Comedy Tour. He was also promoting his new movie about the American Basketball Association, "Semi-Pro." After taking a brief tour of Manhattan's highpoints (i.e., the bars), Eric journeyed to a sold-out Bramlage Coliseum where Will fucking Ferrell performed with Zach Galifianakas, Demetri Martin, and Nick Swardson. As Ron Burgandy, Ferrell also presented Kansas State University with an autographed Hammerhead shark. What more could you ask for? Enjoy Eric's one-on-one interview with Will Ferrell, even though he's no James Lipton.

This interview is complete with trailer and clips from Semi-Pro the movie

Thursday, January 17, 2008

Cloverfield Movie Review

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Its here, the most talked about movie of 2008, Cloverfield. Eric and J.D.from Scene-Stealers.com tackle one of the most anticipated releases in a long time with a fast-paced movie review shot entirely with one hand-held camera, while trying to escape with their lives. So how does it stack up? Do you think you know what the monster looks like? Is the Cloverfield monster Godzilla or a Godzilla rip-off? You actually get to see footage of the Cloverfield monster. The Cloverfield monster revealed! In that respect, it won't disappoint. Check out this on-camera instant video movie review with clips from the movie to figure it out for yourself. But with all of the media surrounding this movie's release, is it even possible for any movie to ever live up to this kind of expectation? You might want to do yourself a favor before you go see Cloverfield and take a cue from "Public Enemy": "Don't Believe the Hype". Or at least try to not let the hype get to you. Did the Cloverfield monster find Eric and J.D.?

Thursday, January 10, 2008

There Will Be Blood Movie Review

"There Will Be Blood" has Eric and J.D., two unorthodox critics at Scene-Stealers.com and contestants on VH1's "World Series of Pop Culture," giddy with excitement. A review of the best movie of the year may be the last place you'd expect an offhand joke about an 80s hair metal band to run amok, but that's just the way we roll.

Monday, January 07, 2008

Juno Movie Review

Is “Juno” a cinematic breath of fresh air or just another teen pregnancy comedy? Are there any funnier subjects than that? These questions and more will be answered by clicking the play button above as Eric & J.D. discuss “Juno” mere moments after the screening.

Saturday, January 05, 2008

Sweeney Todd Movie Review

Moments after a screening, there is singing but not much rejoicing, as Eric and J.D. are split on their review of the twisted and bloody Stephen Sondheim musical “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.”