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Genre :
Action, Drama, ThrillerRelease Date :
October 17, 2008MPAA Rating :
RDirector :
John MooreStarring :
Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis, Chris O'Donnell, Beau Bridges, Ludacris, Olga Kurylenko, Donal Logue, Joel Gordon, Kate Burton, Rico Simonini
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'Max Payne' Ends 'Beverly Hills Chihuahua' Reign at the Box Office
October 20, 2008 09:10:27The 20th Century Fox crime drama thriller, "Max Payne", has claimed the #1 box office spot this weekend, October 17 to 19. Stealing "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" two-week-in-a-row slot, the John Moore-directed movie starring Mark Wahlberg and Mila Kunis has pulled in $17.6 million, around six million more than the Disney's dog adventure comedy.
Screened at 3,376 theaters throughout the North America, "Payne" is the first film from distributor News Corp. to debut atop the box office since "Horton Hears a Who!" release back in March. With its success on nailing the #1 position, it joins other game-based movies which gain commercial hits, though if seen from the sales record, its number isn't quite on par with the debut of some other video game adaptation movies.
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'Max Payne' Hits Hollywood With Premiere
October 14, 2008 02:10:01The live-action adaptation of popular 2001 video game "Max Payne" has rolled down its red carpet in front of Grauman's Chinese Theater in celebration of its Hollywood premiere. The special event was held on Monday, October 13, evening and saw many of its stars as well as celebrity guests walking down the red carpet.
Joining director John Moore for the special occasion was the leading man Mark Wahlberg. The 37-year-old actor arrived to the premiere accompanied by his actress fiancee Rhea Durham. Aside from Wahlberg, other cast ensemble spotted at the event included Mila Kunis, Chris O'Donnell, Nelly Furtado, Ludacris, Amaury Nolasco, Marianthi Evan and Donal Logue.
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Photos Fest Coming Out From 'Max Payne'
October 09, 2008 10:10:44The 20th Century Fox have released a brand new series of "Max Payne" stills for fans' enjoyment. The fresh photos give out a closer look into some of the characters, including Mark Wahlberg's Max Payne, Mila Kunis' Mona Sax, Olga Kurylenko's Natasha, Amaury Nolasco's Jack Lupino, Chris O'Donnell's Jason Colvin, Ludacris' Jim Bravure and Nelly Furtado's Christa Balder.
The pictures also hint some plot spoilers, letting out parts of the flick's scenes, such as when Payne attempts to console Balder who is the wife of Max's slain ex-partner, when Payne confronts drug kingpin Lupino with Natasha holding on his hand and when Payne takes cover in a small hallway. Other than that, several of the images also present the winged demon from up close.
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More 'Max Payne' Photos Coming Out
October 01, 2008 03:10:36The 20th Century Fox have let out a number of production photos from the up and coming "Max Payne". Posted by CanMag, the pictures still put the highlight on Mark Wahlberg's titular character like the previously released photos, though this time, some of the images present him without the guns. One of the 'no gun' pics displays Payne standing on top of a ruined wall, while the other shows him examining what seems to be the new drug called Valkyr.
Starring "The Departed" star Wahlberg, "Payne" is an action film from the 20th Century Fox about a maverick NYPD detective whose family and partner are killed in a brutal murder. Years later, when coming across similar murder case, he is determined to uncover those behind it. Fueled with revenge, his investigation forces him to face enemies from the dark underworld. The flick is penned by Beau Thorne and features also the likes of Mila Kunis, Chris O'Donnell, Beau Bridges and Ludacris among others. It will be opened in theaters on October 17.
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'Max Payne' Featurette Exposes Max's Background Story
September 26, 2008 10:09:30A special featurette chronicling the beginning of "Max Payne" story has been released. Courtesy of IGN, the unique footage is made in the style of live-action comic strips aided by the explanation by the titular character himself which is portrayed by Mark Wahlberg. Around two minutes long, the featurette gives out understanding why exactly Payne seeks for revenge.
Based on the 2001 popular video game of the same name, "Payne" centers its story on a vengeful homicide detective who is haunted by the brutal death of his family three years back. Having little regard for the rules, he falls into an investigation over a series of mysterious murders. Little that he knows, a band of mystical adversaries is waiting for him, seeking to destroy him and the streets he protects.
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Another Taste of 'Max Payne' Through U.K. Trailer
September 03, 2008 09:09:20A full U.K. trailer for video-game-turned-live-action movie, "Max Payne", has arrived. Taking intensity of the footage up a notch from the earlier trailers, the new video provides viewers with more of the slow-motion action sequences and glimpses of the pain the titular character, Payne, went through of losing his beloved ones.
Based on the 2001 video game of the same name, "Payne" centers its story on a vengeful cop who is haunted by the brutal death of his family. Having little regard for the rules, he falls into an investigation over a series of mysterious murders. Little that he knows, a band of mystical adversaries is waiting for him, seeking to destroy him and the streets he protects. Starring Mark Wahlberg as the titular character, the John Moore-directed movie is supported also by Mila Kunis, Chris O'Donnell, Beau Bridges and Ludacris. It is set to be hitting the big screen on October 17.
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Full-Length 'Max Payne' Trailer Hits
August 29, 2008 09:08:34Bringing an in-depth look into the earlier-released trailer of their latest action thriller movie, the 20th Century Fox have released an extended trailer of "Max Payne". Nearly a minute longer than the previous one, the new trailer provides never-before-seen action sequences, lots of explosions and more explanatory footages.
On the movie itself, earlier its leading actor, Mark Wahlberg, has praised his titular character to be more badass than iconic Batman. "Take off the suit and if you want to go one-on-one, two-on-one, and put a couple of you guys together - they all like to put the comic book characters together - come at me," he gushed to MTV News. "I'm not talking about financial box office, I'm talking about one-on-one with these (puts up fists)."
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Awesome-Looking 'Max Payne' Promo Photos Outed
July 12, 2008 11:07:17Apparently, it doesn't take a long time before the buzz over video game adaptation movie "Max Payne" to hype up. Stirring more excitement into this action thriller a batch of the film's cool promotional photos made its way out after the trailer to this action thriller leaked out on Thursday, July 10.
Focusing on the titular characters, all six pictures which stay true to its video game's visual style, exposed Mark Wahlberg as Payne. Three of the images display Payne in action. Two of them picture Payne flying on the air while shooting an unseen target using both guns in his hand, while the other one shows Payne running with both hands firing his guns. The rest of the photos expose Payne posing still with gun(s) in his hands.
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Impressive 'Max Payne' Trailer Leaked Out
July 11, 2008 09:07:56After a long time awaiting, video game fans and movie lovers alike are finally presented with a look into John Moore's third-person shooter video game adaptation through its first trailer. The dark-toned video footage really provides glimpses of what to expect from this upcoming action drama thriller entitled "Max Payne".
Explosive and bloody, the trailer begins with a shot of a man drowned into the depth of an icy river accompanied with a voice over explaining that the riverbed is infested with criminal's dead bodies. It then continues to display compilation of clips with brief explanation of how dangerous the titular character is. First half of the short trailer exposes the drama, while the second half highlighted on the full-pack action sequences.
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Mark Wahlberg to Topline Max Payne Movie
November 10, 2007 11:11:09On his way to get involved in gun-banging action once again after "Shooter", Mark Wahlberg is currently in negotiations to assume the titular role in 20th Century Fox's new film project "Max Payne", Variety has reported.
A live-action adaptation of the bestselling Rockstar video game, pic finds Payne as a cop who is haunted by the tragic loss of his family and has little regard for rules as he investigates a series of mysterious murders. He, however, later finds himself up against an adversary bent on destroying him and the streets he protects.
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Reader's Reviews
So the movie is finally coming to theatres in October. Iam anxiously waiting like many other die-hard Max Payne fans.
posted by Arslan Baig on Aug 06, 2008I CANT WAIT for the trailer to come to the UK. I hear Metsuo are being involved in the music.. if thats the case, its going to be AMAZING!
posted by Veronica on Aug 08, 2008Max Payne is SICK! so is Marky Mark.
posted by skaggatron on Sep 03, 2008The plot is interesting, even if it may be a little over-the-edge, but I'm still gunna watch it for sure!
posted by Whoa on Sep 16, 20085 stars cause it's max payne but bravura black and no vlad... shock to the system.
posted by KATZATA on Sep 20, 2008does anyone know what the song is that plays during the preview? It is so sick. I am like obsessed with it but i can't find it anywhere.
posted by kberry on Sep 27, 2008the song is "if i was your vampire" - marilyn manson
posted by fuckshit on Sep 27, 2008Sounds like a band called "orgy"
posted by Ittcehwiz on Sep 27, 2008
where the hells is vlad and vinne gognitti? and why is such a young chick from that 70s show playing Mona Sax?
posted by SmallieBigs on Sep 29, 2008I am awaiting the movie as well as the next game, no vlad and vinni in this one because this one seems more closely based on the plot of the first game. still the vlad was in the first game although it wasnt till the second that he became a principal player.
posted by DefconFx on Sep 30, 2008well...a lot of the geeks are already criticizing the movie for not being a better adaptation of the computer game.. but if it was a 1:1 adaptation, all we’d see would be a guy with a gun running around in circles for 180mins, no? ;) Only joking, but I think people who haven’t played the game will love the movie more than those that compare it to the computer game. The movie itself is amazing!! its got all a dark action movie needs: cool storyline, great cast and Metsuo are involved in the music!!!
posted by Rob on Oct 07, 2008I keep hearing about Metsuo...who is that??
posted by Lourdes on Oct 07, 2008Metsuo are a band from the UK. They are known for their dark and dramatic music and have composed a few tracks for the movie, including music for the ending credits. they are pretty amazing. check them out on myspace!!
posted by Rob on Oct 07, 2008hey Rob, have looked up Metsuo online and on their myspace page are some of their tracks to listen to and they sound incredible!! definately perfect for the movie. thanks for sharing!!
posted by Lourdes on Oct 14, 2008the song in the preview is Save Me by Stereo Black its a really awesome song!!! Just found it.
posted by Blondie on Oct 15, 2008This was a great movie, it had alot of relations to the video game and even better when it wasnt related to the video game. We all want to see something new, right? We dont want to see the same thing as we have read/played before.
posted by That One Guy on Oct 18, 2008pretty good movie... liked the scene when the guy is being dragged out of the building.
posted by f12e34r56k78e on Oct 20, 2008I would give it 3.5 stars if there was the option. The music was great...couldn't have been too much better. good twists too! I expected a shotgun and I got one lol
posted by Clement on Oct 20, 2008ok)))
posted by keks on Oct 23, 2008Don't get me wrong I loved the movie the graphics and music played a big part, but there was something missing I can't put my finger on it. I think maybe it needed to go into more depth than it did.
posted by Kadith on Oct 23, 2008The movie is outta this world. Anyone who is a Maxc Payne video game freak will love the movie. I suggest you see it and soon
posted by gnr450@aol.com on Oct 24, 2008This movie is so Beautiful and dark I think its well done and the main actor is so gorgeous.
posted by Isabella on Oct 25, 2008The music was so awesome and I think I could watch it over and over again and again..
posted by Patty on Oct 25, 2008i know game is really good but think so when it come to india it rocking
posted by wow on Oct 26, 2008my kind of movie. you definately have to have a like for theses types...sin city
posted by amanda on Nov 01, 2008i think it was excellent max payne was one of the best games and one of the best movies we r waiting for number 2
posted by Amir hosein on Nov 02, 2008
Mark Wahlberg is agreat artist but he should't have done this move.
posted by KK on Nov 21, 2008film = shite music = AWESOME! and thats that kids.
posted by Rob on Nov 24, 2008agree to the music bit..that was indeed rather cool guys. I liked the look of the movie as well, nice cinematography etc.. but story structure was flawed here and there. still enjoyable in my opinion.
posted by Justin on Nov 24, 2008This movie was so damn damn awesome! It was really beautifully shot and very well done in all other aspects, like acting, casting, action, drama.. It held itself I think further than expected (to me) because I wasn't too sure what to expect other than a great movie, but it let it self really shine. The movie was deffinately emotionally driven and it's beyond comparison with other movies because it's not like "other" action movies/ if you could call it that because it's more of a crime thriller really- with it's well-placed action sequences. Wonderful movie! Can't wait for the DVD :)
posted by Raee on Nov 25, 2008A number two is possible and I deffinately wouldn't mind! MARK WAHLBERG IS THE BEST! :D
posted by Raee on Nov 25, 2008Very cool. Deep, dark, like the game.
posted by Andre~ on Nov 30, 2008AWESOME....!!!!!!!!
posted by silent_chaos on Dec 12, 2008my new fav. love the dark feel to it, the music was kick ass too! i would like to shoot a film like this one day.
posted by pyromagnium6 on Dec 31, 2008A #2 would be awesome! and ofcourse this one ruled, full of emotion with that action it promises. Mark was the best choice they could have made - he's the best actor :D
posted by raerae on Jan 08, 2009how can anybody say this movie was good? i couldn't even finish it because it was so bad. this should teach us a lesson... never turn games into movies. name five good movies that were once games... exactly
posted by dankmastrflex on Jan 22, 2009good point dank. except you made one mistake. this movie was not based on a game first. it was a graphic novel. just like resident evil.
posted by rshack on Jan 23, 2009had the potential to be so much better, could have followed the game plot closer
posted by pdp on Sep 28, 2009