Megan Fox Dropped From Transformers 3

Thank you Michael Bay!  Well for not deciding to make Transformers 3, but for dropping Megan Fox.  Transformers 2 may have made millions at the box office, but failed in comparison to the first film. 

Did Fox deserve to get fired?  In my opinion, yes she did.  You can not talk negatively about a director who gave you a job and put you on the map.  Yes, Fox has done previous rolls before Transformers, but can you name one or two? 

Will being dropped from Transformers 3 change Fox’s career?  Only time will tell.  Her film, Jennifer’s Body, tanked at the box office.  I don’t think she can carry a movie at the box office nor will she ever be able too.  She has a few films coming out this year and in 2011 including Red Sonia (yes, another Hollywood remake), Jonah Hex, and Passion Play.  Let’s see how well they do in the box office.  Ms. Fox, watch what you say about your directors for now on.

There are rumors Michael Bay is auditioning for another female lead.  I know films usually have eye candy for men, but I think the film will be just fine maybe better if there isn’t a love interest.  If they are looking for another female lead, I would prefer a newcomer.  Introduce us to someone new.  Who would you all prefer as Sam Witwicky’s love interest or female lead? 

Side note:  Shia Labeouf has recently spoke about Steven Spielberg “dropping the ball” on Indiana Jones IV.  I’m going to say these young actors have not had their judgement and reason set in.  Studies show judgement and reason set into a person’s brain by the age of 26.  If you have a problem with a director or their work, how about giving the director a call privately and stating your opinion.  How about making a suggestion about the next film?  It could help.

Speed 3 Rumors….Oh NO? Oh YES?

There are more and more rumors of 20th Century Fox hoping to sign Keanu Reeves for Speed 3.  Do you want to see another Speed film? 

The first film was great entertainment and nonstop action.  The second film, well, I don’t really remember the second film because it was that bad.  Reeves chooses his movies based on the quality of the script.  Thankfully, he decided not to take part in Speed 2. 

If 20th Century Fox can pull of another Speed movie, more power to them.  What will the plot be this time?  First film, runaways bus.  Second, speeding cruise ship.  What’s next….a runaway Toyota? 

Maybe they will stray away from the speeding vehicle and just have a regular action film.  We will see what happens. 

Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock pair well on-screen. If they make another movie together, whether it’s Speed 3 or something else, I hope it’s a great film and a success at the box office.

The Power of Movie Soundtracks and Scores

     Movie soundtracks and scores may not be the top music on MP3′s and iPods, but it is one of the most powerful ways to recall memories of a movie and/or a particular scene.   

     After a film ends, I like to listen to the end credits.  The credits always contain the best parts of a score composed into one perfect song.  Each song makes me remember that perfect fight scene or that one moment the hero(es) saved the day.

     Who can’t listen to the Raider’s March, also know as the Indiana Jones theme song, and not picture Harrison Ford running from a boulder, cracking a whip, or the famous map scene with the red line showing the distance traveled? 

     What about listening to the Back to the Future theme song?  Do you automatically imagine Marty McFly driving the Delorean trying to reach 88 mph?  Can you see the lightning bolt striking the clock tower? 

     How about one of my favorites, the Superman theme?  I can see the late Christopher Reeve running down the street revealing the “S” under his shirt then soaring through the sky of Metropolis as Superman. 

     While watching a movie, the score of the film can also add excitement to a scene or make you feel its sadness.  The beginning of Star Trek (2009) was a powerful scene due to Michael Giacchino’s Labor of Love score.  The beginning may have been an action scene, but the score reminded you of its intended sadness.

     A lot of remakes of earlier films are hitting theaters.  A great way to link the remake to the original film is to incorporate the original theme song.  It doesn’t have to be the same, but a mild tweak can still give tribute to the original film and its creators.

     Whether people realize or not, a movie soundtrack or score leaves a lasting impression that remains longer than your average music.  I only hope people learn to appreciate it more.