It’s been a whirlwind catching up this week.  I’m starting with the release of “Life” in Australia on 10 September 2015, which is my return back to the world of RPAU. Missed you all and have to thank Michelle, Jules and Suze for their awesome work.  Sorry that Rob didn’t attend Deauville and Venice last week, but a part of me (and that’s the selfish part) was relieved that I wasn’t going to miss the epicness of red carpet Rob.  I did sneak on to see his acceptance speech though.  Okay sorry I digress, I’m doing this week’s week in review.  Let’s get to it.  LIFE:   Transmission confirmed to us on Twitter that the “Life” DVD | Bluray & Digital will be out in Oz on 17 December 2015.  The Randwick Ritz updated their Facebook header and I’ve gotten back into the swing of things by watching the various videos that have been spoiling us this week.  I loved Rob’s honesty in the Pearl & Dean snippet.  I believe he could relate totally to that role.  Then we get ‘I’m just thinking of the guy as a shitty dad”  LOL I’m so glad Rob never changes.  Watching Rob interviews is always a highlight – no filter Rob is the best.   Also loved reliving some of the new scenes that have been unleashed in the dubbed snippets, although as I’ve mentioned before, dubbing Rob’s character voice steals away half his performance for those fans. Shame really.  Did anyone else pick up that Rob said he had “3 projects” with James Gray in that Studio Cine interview?  To think there are people who have convinced themselves Rob’s got no work *shakeshead*.  Like they know the ins and out of his life because they have access to the internet.  There are so many things we don’t know that are in the pipeline, that never go forward or that just simply get pulled away because of conflicts.  I also love Rob’s comment “I want roles that make me take risks every time (the kind that endanger me).”  I want you to have those roles too Rob.  And Rob’s little tease about being the only professional actor in the Safdie film.   How does one go about getting a role in this Safdie movie?  That’s a serious question.  We all know I’m not a “professional actor”, but I’m willing to give being an amateur one a shot.   I laughed at Jules’ intro to the Mornings Show interview – I didn’t even know that David Campbell and Sonia Kruger had their own show, but honestly why are they still referencing Twilight?  What an insult to David Michôd.  This is why I loathe Australian shows like this and their laziness.  Tall poppy syndrome alive and well in this country.  Oh wait that’s right we don’t even have our own entertainment reporter on that show *morons*.  You can see Rob’s whole demeanor change when they reference him to only  “Twilight”. Anyway sorry about that rant.  Thought I’d get stuck into it since I haven’t whinged for at least one week.  I’ll move on to the new interview with Cosmo (Germany) which has some gold Rob in it.  As does The Scotsman and The Observer interviews.  Rob having a go at internet trolls = priceless.  THE CHILDHOOD OF A LEADER:  Those good reviews are steaming along aren’t they.  I’m really glad for Brady.   And those new stills – wowza. Only 15 minutes of Rob and well like all of you – I’d sit through a film for just a glimpse of Rob.  ANDDDDDDDDDD it won 2 lions at Venice.  That is bloody spectacular.  I cannot wait to find out who will unleash this beauty in Australia although I have my suspicions.  QUEEN OF THE DESERT:  Not much to report on here other than IMDb seems to have the US now listed for a 2016 release.  Tick tock.  Don’t understand what’s happening with this film at all.  THE LOST CITY OF Z:  Love that new cast is being added as the filming chugs along.   On a general note, Teen.com tweeted us about their article on straight men playing gay characters and included Rob as Salvador Dali.  Curzon Cinemas have that fantastic “Life” exhibition.  Rob’s involved with The Global Goals “We The People” and Transmission tweeted a link to an interview with The Brag and Anton Corbijn where Anton says some really lovely comments about Rob’s performance.  I’ve added a link to this article on our “Life” film page.  I do this often with the film pages where it’s an interesting article, but doesn’t really deserve it’s own post.  But what does deserve its own post are Jules’ amazing edits.  Seriously no words to describe them.  Just when I think she’s outdone herself she unleashing something new.  Talented woman.  So I think that’s a wrap for this week.  I’m glad to be back as I didn’t really have a chance to check online whilst away.  I guess it’s back to reality now and well that’s not a bad thing because it means I spend more time here at RPAU.  Looking forward to seeing what next week brings.  Until then …

LIFE

Release Dates & Distributors:  Helsinki Intl FF (Finland) | Turkey

*VIDEO* @PearlAndDean shares brief Robert Pattinson interview clip #LIFE

*VIDEO* Robert Pattinson LIFE B-roll footage & Interview

Well we may not have had Rob at Venice & Deauville Film Festivals BUT we did see a first glimpse of Rob on The Lost City of Z set as Henry Costin *happy dance* yep safe to say that made us all very happy!  We also had some great casting announcements for the film in Angus Macfadyen & Edward Ashley. So exciting to see this film HAPPENING & doesn’t Rob look beautiful in his costume.  We also got a sneak peak at the iconic scene of Dennis Stock taking James Dean’s photo in Times Square, how wonderful was that.  Only 4 sleeps to go for us Aussie’s, not that we are ever counting or anything *giggles*  LIFE & The Childhood Of A Leader of course premiered at Deauville & Venice & along with that we received a beautiful new still of Rob as Charles.  The first reviews are in from Venice & there are some great positives for Rob & the film, yes let’s focus on those.  We have some great print interviews for LIFE promo, not to mention Rob’s gorgeous acceptance speech for his ‘Hollywood Rising Star’ award. Congratulations once again Rob, no one deserves it more.  Speaking of LIFE, our US friends received a date of December 4 for the film’s release which is wonderful.  December will be here before we know it!  Randwick Ritz also kindly tweeted us the gorgeous LIFE standee they have in their cinema – how awesome is that!  We also received the news that Rob has joined the UN’s Global Goals for Sustainable Development campaign, what a wonderful campaign. Rob has such a beautiful heart. Lucky German fans can pre-order Queen Of The Desert.  I’m not jealous – oh no, not at all lol.  I shared a couple of walk down memory lane’s, you all know how much I love sharing those.  And Jules treated us to her phenomenal edits, seriously Jules, you work never fails to take my breath away – just BEAUTIFUL.   Until next week, when Maria will be back in the ‘week in review’ chair 🙂

NEW PROJECT NEWSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS … that’s me twirling and screaming from the rooftops.  Rob as an astronaut floating around in space which is pretty much how we all feel whenever new photoshoots, movies or anything to do with Rob happens.  I’ve created a Film page for this untitled project which I’ll post information as it comes to hand.  And I tweeted a great little clip that @Robjectify retweeted from @TheTimeRob where Rob said he wanted to work with Claire Denis (and now I know how to pronounce her name properly).  THE LOST CITY OF Z:  Collider’s video brought a smile to my face.  I love how much the fanboys love Rob and yes this dude can seriously act.  Of course so can Siennah Buck who has just been added to the cast and may not realise how lucky she is being in a film with Rob and Charlie.  Lucky duck.  THE ROVER:  Rob as Rey is so heartbreakingly beautiful that I’m finding it hard to let him go.  Hence why I went searching for some new pics and was rewarded.  LIFE:  First Australian review is out and it’s so positive I could cry.  Not that I was expecting bad reviews, but you can never tell.  There wasn’t much talking and there’s a few more press screenings this week, so we probably won’t see most of the reviews come out until next week.  Joel Edgerton was recently interviewed for The Gift and asked about doing “Life” and he said “I also have a real fondness for Rob Pattinson after his excellent work in The Rover.” via Herald Sun.  I think it’s safe to say Rob is an honorary BlueTongue member.   I’m also loving how individual Facebook, twitter accounts and hopefully websites are cropping up for this movie – UK, Germany and no doubt Japan will get onboard when it’s released there.  I forgot how out of practice I was in keeping up with Rob when his films come out and there hasn’t even been a major promo tour yet.  Although that will change next week with Deauville and Venice.  Speaking of which, Rob is apparently attending Deauville in France and receiving an award.  The added bonus is the French press posting pics of Rob like the one I tweeted on Tuesday night from @LeBleuduMiroir who also tweeted us that Rob is expected on red carpet on 5 September.  Deauville’s website confirmed on Friday night (my time) that Rob will be doing a photocall and press conference with Anton and Dane on 5 September.  On the release front, Pinema, the Turkish distributor, posted the trailer with subtitles on their facebook page with “coming soon”. UniversumFilm|SquareOne has posted the trailer in HD German.  I feel sorry for Germans who miss out hearing Rob’s dulcet tones and the accents are half the character.  But then again, they do seem to get a lot of promotion for this film, like that great new clip featuring Rob.  I tweeted about UK peeps being able to book tickets at Electric Cinema Shoreditch  and Groninger Forum (NL) offering discount tix for the 8 Oct 2015 release and I’ve posted about this, but originally I tweeted about Knack (Belgium) giving away 50 double passes.  THE CHILDHOOD OF A LEADER:  Four press screenings and more reviews will be coming out.  I’m curious though, how is Rob going to do both these festivals.  That’s an incredibly tight schedule – perhaps when La Biennale confirmed him for red carpet they are really saying he’s just doing the red carpet.  Rob may have to forego staying for the screening so he can jump on  a chartered flight to France – do a quick change and be ready for photocall / press conference or maybe not do a quick change and then make our lives difficult for figuring out which event he’s at lol.  Studio L’Equipe also told us that they are putting the finishing touches on the print for La Biennale.   Hopefully we will get a trailer or even a teaser some time  next week. Speaking of teasing – how amazing are Jules’ edits.  I say this all the time and I’ve run out of superlatives for her amazing talent.  You have such a keen eye and yeah nothing I say will do them justice.  You’re a true talent Jules.  Let’s see what next week gives us and well if I’m a little silent it’s because I’m off on holidays for 10 days so you may see me peek in here and there when I can. And no I’m not off to Venice or France unfortunately. Until next week … when we will see Red Carpet Rob x 2 hopefully.

 

What started off as a quiet week finished off with a bang for me and Vertigo at least.  Some of you may have seen me tweet on Thursday that both Vertigo and I were at a preview screening for “LIFE”.  It’s always strange seeing Rob on screen.  I spend so much of my time looking at him that it feels like I’m watching an old friend, but then reality kicks in and I remember he doesn’t really know me from a bar of soap lol.  So for those interested I posted a collaborative review from myself and Vertigo.  If you don’t want spoilers, don’t read.  Although I didn’t put too many in as I didn’t want to take away from the initial viewing.  Just know Rob as Dennis Stock is something to see.  So whilst I’m talking LIFE, I’ll continue on with it.   LIFE:  I loved listening to Anton talk about why he chose to direct the film and the reasons he decided against filming in black and white.   I’ve updated the Aussie cinemas screenings post – Hoyts have now come to the party and so Western Australia now has screenings.  I’m still holding out hope for you Michelle that Tassie gets a screening.  Barbara tells me that it will be screened in Coffs Harbour, although I couldn’t find where, but the Roseville Cinema is now also screening here in NSW.  I’m also expecting Transmission might post a list of theatres screening the film closer to the release date. They often do it for their films.  Sitges Film Festival posted on their facebook about the film being included this year, which we knew, but we’re still waiting for a date to be confirmed.  LOST CITY OF Z:  Is most definitely filming and new cast mates for Rob are being added.   I tweeted about a few more on Saturday.  I have to admit, this was probably the one film of Rob’s I almost expected would never get off the ground, so I am pleasantly surprised it’s full steam ahead.  Lucky Tom Holland.  QUEEN OF THE DESERT: Although Germany is behind having preview screenings and screenings of the film, looks like Brazil has opted to go straight to VOD with Netflix debuting the film.  I fear this is the way to go with indie films which is sad because I’m going to miss the cinema experience if Australia follows the trend. By the way I asked Transmission on Thursday night what was happening with QotD, they are still waiting to lock in a date, but they expect it will be this year.  Will keep you posted.  Oh and for those interested, Nicole Kidman is appearing on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon on 27 August (that will be the following day for us I think) so it might be good to tune in since she may speak about this film.  If she does, I’ll let you know hopefully.  THE CHILDHOOD OF A LEADER:  That new still is quite chilling isn’t it.  Such an angelic looking child, but we know!  I also tweeted a beautiful still of Berenice that I came across on an Italian site.  I just wasn’t sure if we could post it so I didn’t take chances. It looks like Italy is in full promo mode for #Venezia72 since CIAK posted an article about Rob and the film.  I also came across The Max Theatre in Iowa listing the film as “coming soon”.  I think they are just eager beavers lol.  In other news, Film1 (Netherlands) is screening both Maps to the Stars and The Rover over the next few months.  Nick Osborne’s last book in the trilogy “Release” is now available for download for kindle at Amazon. I’ve updated the links in the post below.  For those wanting the actual paperback, this should be released in a few weeks.  I’ll let you know when it happens.  And ending of this weekly superbly with those 4 new photos of Rob in Cannes at LeGrand Journal. Holy mama that man is hot.  Until next week … when I hope Cinedigm really DOES tell us when the US release for LIFE is.

QUEEN OF THE DESERT

Release Dates and Distributors:  Croatia | Brazil

German Preview Screenings 28 to 31 August and 2 September 2015 Roundup

Australian Cinemas Listing “Life” updated 20 August 2015

 

HOLY FREAKIN MOLY.  We didn’t get one but two trailers (well three if you count the Aussie one that doesn’t have the French subtitles) for Life and if that wasn’t exciting enough, Lost City of Z is filming, Good Times is now in pre production and The Trap is back on Rob’s IMDb page.  HAPPY FREAKIN DAYS.  It’s all happening Rob film wise so let’s get on with it.  LIFE:  The “Life” promo is starting to gather steam.  ARP has updated its header, Transmission added the trailer in its lead up to release in less than a month.  Vertigo Films seems to be keeping us in the dark about the Spanish release date.  They posted on their Facebook that “LIFE” will be released at the end of 2015.  Yet Fotogramas claims it’s being released on 16 October and Vertigo’s site (the distributor, not our very own) also has an October release date, but maybe that’s for the Sitges Film Festival that runs from 9 to 18 October 2015.  Tricky tricky.  I put together the reviews for Trailer Buzz, there’s some really great things said about Rob in a few and some really ignorant comments that make me think they don’t even bother to watch any of his films with an unbiased opinion.  Oh well their loss not mine.  I also updated the International Review post as a few more came through. @enamoramiento1 offered to translate the critic.de review from Germany because she thought it was so on point.  I’m glad she did, it’s such a great review of the film as a whole and Google translate really made it sound negative.  Grateful for her to do that for us as I know how much time it can take.  QUEEN OF THE DESERT:  Things are heating up for this film too.  I noticed that Chantier Films updated their Facebook and Twitter headers on Thursday.  Norway now has a distributor, although no release date as yet, but then again neither does the UK or Australia *sobs*.  THE CHILDHOOD OF A LEADER:  We found out the screening dates for The Childhood of a Leader at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival.  The premiere is on 5 September and another screening the following day.  It appears Rob will be attending, but there seems to be a tussle since he was supposedly also rumoured to be attending the Life premiere in Paris at the Deauville American Film Festival on the same evening.  I did see that the artistic director of Venezia72 did confirm Rob’s attendance.  Looking forward to some red carpet Rob like the gems posted by Michelle from Berlinale.  We were certainly spoilt with some older photos being unleashed that’s for sure.  LOST CITY OF Z:  Have I told you how excited I am that Rob and Charlie are actually in a film together and it’s filming!  Main Title Pictures, the South Korean distributors, are just as excited which convinced us to post Jules’ wonderful banner she did for us.  You know how nervous and superstitious we are now lol.  Anyway, how amazing is that banner.  I love all the intricate details Jules puts into her work.  Stellar job as usual.  Speaking of which, go check out our Film page.  Thanks to Jules I updated Life and Queen of the Desert.  Jules also created this amazing “LIFE” gif which we tweeted today – in case you missed it. Lastly, I posted about the release date for Nick Osborne’s last instalment in his trilogy “Release”.  I know there are a few of you out there waiting for this.  It’s a great read and I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.  Love Nick, he’s a true gem.  Can’t wait to see what next week brings … until then.

LIFE

Release Dates & Distributors:  New Zealand | Indonesia Updated | Thailand Updated | Zurich Film Festival | Canada Updated

International Review Roundup *Updated 15 Aug 2015

Aussie Cinemas Screening “LIFE” *Updated 12 Aug 2015

 

What a week this turned out to be.  Where to start.  I listened to the full interview with Harmony Korine.  I’m going to ignore the fact that he said “Robert Pattinson, I think”.  Everyone else seems to have.  They are clearly playing their cards close to their chests, and who can blame them, I’m sure there are some booking their tickets to Miami as I type lol.  The interview was done at The Bowery in New York during the 20 year anniversary of “Kids” so it’s a recent interview.  Like I said, playing their cards close to their chest.  I also came across a press release on DCM Production’s website confirming that DCMFilm will be distributing “The Trap” in all German territories in 2017. Lucky ducks.  Now let’s talk Rob’s other films.  LOST CITY OF Z:  Shhhh Rob and Charlie are in Dublin, but until I hear “that’s a wrap” I’m going to quietly enjoy the fact that this movie is almost underway.  @RobsPromotion gave us the heads up that principal photography will start on or about 16/17 August 2015.  I tweeted an article about the cinematographer Darius Khondji and found some new castmates.  Oh and CineElectric continue to keep us up to date on LCoZ being on track.  Happy Days.  LIFE:  Turkey finally made up its mind about releasing “LIFE” in October rather than September.  I tweeted that Barry Films (production co) confirmed on their website that LIFE would be released in all major territories in September.  VUE cinemas (UK) have a link to be notified when tickets are available, so I tweeted about that too.  Film4 shared the UK Life poster and I don’t think I’m the only one that noticed how similar it was to Jules’ gorgeous creation oops I said that out loud didn’t I.  We will ignore the fact that CIAK Mag actually took time to remove Jules’ watermark of both her name and RPAU because let’s face it – Jules’ work was published in a legit movie magazine!  *happyDavidclaps*.   Annnddd it’s rumoured Rob will attend the French premiere on 5 September 2015, to be held during the Deauville American Film Festival.  It also looks like the promo for Life is in underway with the interview in Jolie magazine that was translated so quickly by @nicole2dogs.   QUEEN OF THE DESERT:  Full steam ahead with release dates *sideeyesTransmission*.   Not sure if that French date is 100% correct, but it seems weird that they would randomly pick that date.  I found that Empire Cinema will release in Lebanon in October, although I noticed others claimed to have done so too.  What a coincidence!  The world is such an uncanny place.  THINGS I TWEETED:  Benny Safdie graced our shores and attended the Melbourne International Film Festival.  There were some interesting tweets during this Q&A after Heaven Knows What.  Guess we can figure out what the Safdie Brothers think of those who hang around movie sets.  I also tweeted a link to the audio interview ABC did with Benny.  If you like listening to how a director works, then you should listen to this.  I genuinely love listening to directors who work with Rob as it gives great insight into why Rob wants to work with them.  I also stumbled across a forum where Harmony Korine’s “The Trap” was being discussed, but that’s not what caught my eye, it was comments like “pattinson will be one of the best when all is said and done” and “Pattinson takeover in full effect”.  Fanboys are the best.  So that’s all I’ve got to say this week other than ending with “LIFE” trailer is supposed to be unleashed next week.  Film4 – you better not have lied to us .. Until next week.

LIFE

Distributors and Release Dates:   Milan Film Festival | Canada | Indonesia

@FILM4 shares UK Poster | Tweets Trailer Expected Next Week

Scan:  Ciak Magazine Features Life