Luc Besson

In Hollywood, game company Ubisoft takes a thumbs-on approach

2013-01-01 00:00:00

For the last two decades, video game movies have been so bad that the genre itself has become shorthand for failure. So when French game publisher Ubisoft, best known for its "Assassin's Creed" series and Tom Clancy-branded military games, decided to...

IAAPA: What's new and what's next at theme parks

2012-11-17 06:30:00

About this time each year ride manufacturers and theme park operators gather in Orlando, Fla., for the International Assn. of Amusement Parks and Attractions trade show. > Photos: Ride makers unveil new attractions at IAAPA show Ride makers use the...

'Taken 2' hijacks No. 1 with excellent $50-million debut

2012-10-07 09:05:00

Moviegoers were held captive by "Taken 2" at the box office this weekend, as the Liam Neeson sequel had a superb No. 1 debut. The kidnapping action-thriller opened to a strong $50 million, according to an estimate from distributor Twentieth Century Fox....

'Taken 2' to take No. 1 from Burton's animated 'Frankenweenie'

2012-10-04 12:13:00

"Taken 2" will hold its rivals hostage at this box office this weekend, as the kidnapping thriller is expected to claim the No. 1 spot at the multiplex. The action film starring Liam Neeson will likely debut with an excellent sum of between $45 million...

Top 13 for 2013: Best new rides at theme parks around the world

2011-11-29 05:30:00

It already seems like 2013 is shaping up as a great year for ride enthusiasts around the world, as a number of new theme parks are planned for Asia and several major attractions are in the works for Europe. > Photos: Best new international theme park...

Filmmaker finds creative stride with gritty cop tale 'Polisse'

2012-05-21 16:38:48

Spy Work

2012-02-02 16:41:10

David Thewlis is the 'Anonymous' actor who's everywhere

2012-01-12 00:00:00

Is Angelina Jolie done with directing for now?

2011-12-22 21:37:40

Around Town: Films, screenings and more in L.A. this week

2012-01-04 16:37:30

Athena Film Festival, celebrating women, announces its lineup

2012-01-09 16:37:58

Box Office: 'Three Stooges' can't stop 'Hunger Games' [Updated]

2012-04-15 16:33:23

Natalie Portman's first major role was Mathilda in the Luc Besson film "The Professional." She was 11 years old when cast in the film that came out in 1994.

2013-03-07 11:55:17

Europa Park unveiled plans for several Arthur and the Invisibles attractions based on the animated movie by French director Luc Besson that will include a roller coaster and a carousel.

2012-11-16 00:00:00

Natalie Portman Movies: "Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace"; "Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones"; "Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith" Character: Padme, who becomes Queen Amidala -- the wife of Anakin Skywalker and the mother of Luke and Princess Leia.

2012-10-30 14:05:00