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Mrs. Doubtfire: Dir. Chris Columbus Says R-Rated Cut Exists, No NC-17
There's no question Robin Williams provided tons of comedic gold beyond what he gave audiences behind the scenes with his legendary improvisational skills One such case was confirmed in 20th Studio's Mrs Doubtfire (1993) Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, director Chris Columbus admits the actor provided enough material to produce an R-rated cut of the film,[...]
Aladdin: How Robin Williams’ son Zak Uses Film to Teach His Child
Zak Williams, son of the late Robin Williams, is using one of his father's most beloved films in Aladdin (1992) to teach his own son, McLaurin "Mickey" Clement, about his grandfather Aladdin's success spawned numerous animated sequels and television series Disney released a live-action remake in 2019 with Will Smith in the role of Genie[...]
'Mrs. Doubfire' Released 25 Years Ago, and We STILL Love it
Doubtfire isn't your favorite film of the late great Robin Williams vast filmography, but it's one of ours A masterful mix of heart and struggle, with comedy that still holds up today. It's been 25 years since Daniel Hillard (Williams) and his wife Miranda (Sally Field) separated in the film, a decision that caused a devoted father to[...]
Taking a Look: The SFFILM Lineup for 2018's Festival
at the Castro Theater. Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind, documentary look at the dearly missed comedian directed by Marina Zenovich.  Saturday April 7th 2:00 p.m at the Castro Theater. Trying On The Crown: Master Class with David Thomson, talking about Netflix's series and the impact of longform tv on viewers Sunday April 15th, 4 p.m[...]
Funko Toy Fair Reveals Part 1: Disney, Doug, Wrinkle in Time, Jetsons!
I miss Robin Williams. I am surprised to see a big wave of Moana Pops! Pleasantly surprised, but I did not see this one coming These will all be must-buys in my house, that is a popular film over here. Lock, Shock, and Barrel all get really great looking Pops.Wish their masks came off though. Mrs[...]
Jumanji
Word is that Robin Williams, who starred in the original as Alan Parrish, will have his presence felt in the new film While at a photo call at CineEurope in Barcelona this morning, actor Jack Black explained to THR.com that Williams character still had a role to play and that the film features a tribute[...]
Five Clips From Simon Pegg's Absolutely Anything
Simon Pegg's latest comedy, Absolutely Anything, opens soon and we have 5 clips from the film including some of the final footage from comedic legend Robin Williams. Absolutely Anything follows a disillusioned school teacher (Pegg) who suddenly finds he has the ability to do anything he wishes, a challenge bestowed upon him by a group of[...]
Simon Pegg Gets Everything He Wishes For In Absolutely Anything
The aliens are voiced by Monty Python and Robin Williams provided the voice for Dennis the Dog. Absolutely Anything follows a disillusioned school teacher (Pegg) who suddenly finds he has the ability to do anything he wishes, a challenge bestowed upon him by a group of power-crazed aliens (voiced by Cleese, Gilliam, Jones, Palin & Idle),[...]
A Sneak Peek At Robin Williams' Final Role
Deadline has the exclusive clip from Absolutely Anything, the final role of the late Robin Williams The film from Monty Python's Terry Jones is a sci-fi comedy starring Simon Pegg whose character is granted the ability to do anything by a group of scheming aliens (played by the Pythons) Williams, the first to have signed on to[...]
Robin Williams Dead At Age 63
"Robin Williams passed away this morning He has been battling severe depression of late This is a tragic and sudden loss The family respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time." EW reports that the Marin County coroner is still investigating, but suspects the death to be "suicide due to asphyxia." The[...]
Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb Trailer
Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan and Ricky Gervais are back for a third trip through history in Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb. The film is directed by Shawn Levy from a screenplay written by Robert Ben Garant and Thomas Lennon. Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb hits theaters on December 19, 2014. [youtube]http://youtu.be/Hr1fFMp0MqU[/youtube] And they have[...]