The most memorable movies that have been deemed a “classic” have gone unwelcomed by critics who have given the bestowed the film a “flop.” Most of the movies were loved by the public while stuffy critics snub the appeal and only base their opinions on money making prowess rather than the complete package of a “good movie.”
10. Fight Club- Brad Pitt and his hotness made the film both appealing to men and women. None of the film makes much sense until the last 10 minutes. The crucial explanatory split persona is both vital to enjoy the movie and a nice twist to what would be a crazy ass adventure.
9. Harold and Maude- Never saw the film. I am too young and vibrant. That or spoiled by cinematic special effects. Long story short is some young fella falling for a Holocaust survivor. Granny action has to appeal to someone. Its release in 1971 was not what well received by the aforementioned stuffy critics who, I believe, under estimate the crowds.
8. Office Space- My favorite movie of what it is truly like to grind behind cubical with a boss who is about as deep as a kiddie pool. The release of the 1999 film landed a measly $10 million profit. When it came to DVD the movie exploded. With one liner echoing from the mouths of everyone who watched it. “O” face, “pieces of flair” and “case of the Mondays” all became an unspoken appreciation of the film. When you have a character named Michael Bolton who appreciates gangsta’ rap how can you possibly go wrong?
7. Peeping Tom- A thriller I missed. Simply because I am a giant chicken. Creepy mother-fellas going ham-sandwich crazy and killing people just doesn’t sit well with me. However, the cult hit made a splash. It offended critics who called it “perverted nonsense.” Eventually it grew into one the best horror flicks of all time, landing #18 on Total Film’s list.
6. Bringing Up Baby- Originally the Katherine Hepburn funny film was torn apart by critics. Now it is praised for comedic timing and lands at the fop of AFI’s Top comedies.
5. Donnie Darko- I believe this is the film that broke Jake Gyllenhaal from the “Bubble Boy” crap cellar. The film is genuinely “good.” Teen angst was the factor and the flop became a respect film by those with fine taste and appreciation for the dark side. It opened and made a whopping $514,545. I am sure “Glitter” made more scratch than that. A few reasons attributed to it’s poor sales was the release date less than a month after the September 11th attacks.
4. It’s a Wonderful Life- Christmas wouldn’t be the same without busting out the George Bailey heart warmer. Reviews were blah and mixed. Some were just flat out negative and didn’t bother with the film. Now it is on the “AFI All Time List” sitting merrily at number 20.
3. Blade Runner- In attempt to cash in on the Star Wars and Indiana Jones phenomenon, Blade Runner came to screens. Subsequently it hit the ground with a thud. Theater patrons were left disappointed. Now it clings on the a cult status of love it or hate it.
2. The Wizard of Oz- Would you believe the most well known movie that has birthed an icon barely covered it’s cost to make. To bring munchkins to life and tell the story of L. Frank Baum’s Dorothy it cost $2.8 million. It made an initial $3 million. It was re-released and became the most loved and welcomed family movie.
1. Citizen Kane- William Randolph Hearst has been the evil doer at the heart of a couple of films. In the movie Orson Welles indirectly attacked the news monger. Upon the discovery of the movie, Hearst offered RKO Pictures nearly $1 million to destroy the film. It almost never became the box office flop turned revived cinema magic. It rose from the dead several times. The first revival of the film was in the late 50’s. Since then it sits proudly at the top spot on “AFI Best” list.
The Mile High club just got two new A-listers. While flying from Rome to Frankfurt Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal enjoyed some airplane lavatory sex. For an entire (and timed) 11 minutes the two occupied the bathroom after playing slap and tickle in the back row of first class.
The two may have gotten on the plane separately but it was painfully obvious they were enjoying each-others company under a blanket. Reese had an entourage of handlers that took up 16 seats on the 747 plane. But that failed to stop raging hormones from taking over.
After being on the plane for 3 hours the two couldn’t stand it any longer. Reese got up went to the bathroom followed by Jake just minutes later. After the two finished their rendezvous Jake walked back to his seat followed by Reese 3 minutes later.
What I want to know is who is sitting there with a stopwatch timing these two?
Source- Did Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal have sex on a plane? [Show Biz Spy]
Any reason to get that man in spandex is fine by me!
Jake Gyllenhaal will be portraying the former NY Jet quarterback, Joe Namath in a feature film. Joe Namath, also known as Broadway Joe, retired after playing for the LA Rams in the late 70’s with 77 wins and 108 losses tied to his name.
While he had a talent, he was more widely known for his “rock star status.” Joe acquired a sex symbol significance and began his venture into the commercial world. His “guarantee” for a Super Bowl win in 1969 also set the stage for controversy. The statement caused a media frenzy and tons of press for Joe. Luckily he delivered a win.
The film is the brainchild of Andrew Lazar and Jimmy Walsh. Namath gave the green light on the film after Jake Gyllenhaal accepted the role. The film just needs a script to be provided by David Hollander as soon as the WGA strike ends.
This is like Christmas has come early. Jake all sweaty and hot….throwing a football around…someone get me a wet nap.
Source: Jake Gyllenhaal is a Football Player [Just Jared]
Monday afternoon, just a few blocks away from Sugar HQ, Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal shared a very romantic lunch at The Slanted Door in San Francisco.
By romantic, I mean our own eyewitnesses said they were making out the whole time.
There has been much speculation about their relationship and now Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal have finally come out as a couple.
The pair met on set of the upcoming movie Rendition and have now taken their romance public - they were spotted holding hands and canoodling during a romantic trip to Rome.
source: Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal come out as a couple during a romantic trip to Rome [daily mail]
So you’re saying there’s a chance! Actually no, you don’t have a chance, but Jessica Alba is single after breaking it off over the phone with former boyfriend of two-and-a-half years, Cash Warren.
Sources say:
Alba, called Warren on July 22 and told him, “I’m not in love with you anymore.” Within hours, Alba had dispatched an assistant to the L.A. home they shared to pack up Warren’s belongings and move him out.
Warren and Alba met on the set of Fantastic Four in 2005, when Warren (a Yale grad) was the assistant to the film’s director, Tim Story.
Just a month ago, Spike TV named Warren the “Luckiest Bastard” of 2007 at their first annual Guy’s Choice Awards, due to his relationship with Alba.
So who are the guys that actually do have a chance?
When Cosmo asked the actress to name her celebrity crushes, she replied: “I would have to say Johnny Depp, Michael Caine…Morgan Freeman, and Jake Gyllenhaal.”
Wait. Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman? These two better get some Viagra and get on the phone.
Monday afternoon, just a few blocks away from Sugar HQ, Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal shared a very romantic lunch at The Slanted Door in San Francisco. 
There has been much speculation about their relationship and now Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal have finally come out as a couple. 
