Much like the original TV series (that ran for a respectable five seasons from 1983-1986), the film focuses on four U.S. soldiers who are wrongly imprisoned for a crime that they did not commit. This time however, to add a contemporary spin on the proceedings, they are Iraq War veterans, desperately trying to clear their names with the U.S. military, who suspect them of committing a crime for which they were unduly framed. And how does one go about clearing their name? With plenty of guns, action, fast-cars, familiar catchphrases, and beautiful women of course (what other way is there?).

We are assured by writer Michael Brandt that the film adaptation will breathe new life into the franchise, with a more ‘gritty’ attempt at paying homage to a series that remains known in popular culture for its cartoon-like use of over-the-top violence and formulaic episodes. Like most TV series of its time, it also featured a distinctive theme-tune, coupled with familiar ‘one-liners’ such as “I love it when a plan comes together“, “Hannibal’s on the jazz“, and most memorable to even those unaware of the original series, “I ain’t gettin’ on no plane!” But rest assured A-Team fans, as judging from the trailer and costume design, the film does not appear to want to deviate too much from the original concept and alienate its cult following. You would have to ‘pity the fool’ (in this case Director Joe Carnahan) if such an imprudent decision were ever to be even entertained….

The trailer does contain one prudent line from Lt. Templeton ‘Faceman’ Peck that may quite adequately sum up this venture in a nutshell, “this is beyond nuts boss”. Arguably, any attempt at improving upon the infamous original characters with an entirely new cast may be ‘beyond nuts’, however the film certainly promises to be entertaining, especially for action junkies and muscle-bound testosterone fuelled men, who no doubt will delight in the film’s guiltless attempt to appeal to our baser instincts. Nonetheless, I pity the fool (no pun intended) who cannot at least take some level of satisfaction from watching this classic team of elite soldiers kicking ass again in the 21^st century.

The Film Buzz Anticipation Rating: 7/10

UK Release Date: 30th July 2010

Director: Joe Carnahan

Writers: Brian Bloom (screenplay), Michael Brandt (screenplay)

Links: IMDB, Official Site

So what can we expect to be different from the other hundred times this story has been told? Perhaps it will be somewhat like 2004′s King Arthur - darker, bloodier more savage than any story of King Arthur that was told before.

All the characters that we associate with Robin Hood such as Maid Marian, Little John, King Richard, Prince John, Sheriff of Nottingham, all make an appearance in this story, so it’s more than likely that we can expect a retelling of this classic tale –  the story of how the archer Robin becomes Robin of the Hood.

Robin Hood

I personally love these new modern re-envisioning of old stories. I think modern technology has finally got to a point where it’s possible to make these old stories seem far more believeable than they did before. So I can’t wait for this to hit theatres this year.

Russell Crowe is joined by Cate Blanchett, Matthew Macfadyen, Danny Huston, Mark Strong and Kevin Durand and of course none other than Ridley Scott directs.

The Film Buzz Anticipation Rating: 7.5/10

UK Cinema Release Date: 14th May 2010

Director: Ridley Scott

Writer’s: Brian Helgeland, Ethan Reiff & Cyrus Voris

Links: IMDB, Official Site

I confess I never got round to seeing the original, but I distinctly remember seeing trailers popping up here and there for the 2007 version, If I recall correctly I remember thinking Death at a Funeral (2007) looked like a quaint little English comedy that I would get round to watching someday.

Death at a Funeral Film Poster

Death at a Funeral stars comedian Chris ‘take him with a pinch of salt’ Rock, Zoe Saldana, James Marsden, Luke Wilson and the other guy in Bad Boys Martin Lawrence, at a funeral for their family member that goes awry when family secrets are exposed. I had my doubts but the trailer makes it look like a right laugh, here’s hoping all the funny bits weren’t in the trailer.

The Film Buzz Anticipation Rating: 6.5/10

UK Release Date: 4th June 2010

Director: Neil LaBute

Writer: Dean Craig

Links: IMDB, Official Site

While searching for his brother it becomes apparent that something is plaguing Blackmoor and talks of an ancient curse – the curse of the lycanthorpe or werewolf run rampant among Blackmoor’s residents.  Check out the trailer below.

The very watchable Benicio Del Toro leads an all star cast including the forever wonderful Anthony Hopkins (Hannibal) in this latest telling of the werewolf, and I must say this looks good. Clearly this is going to be very heavy on the special effects, just check out the transformation of the werewolf in the trailer. Let’s just hope they don’t get too carried away with the CGI and focus on moving the plot forward. TFB can’t wait for this to hit cinemas next year. Can you?

The Wolfman

The Film Buzz Anticipation Rating: 7/10

UK Release Date: 12th February 2010

Director: Joe Johnston

Writer’s: Andrew Kevin Walker, David Self & Curt Siodmak (1941 Screenplay)

Links: IMDB, Official Site

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Clash of the Titans is a remake of the 1981 film by the same name that starred Laurence Olivier (Spartacus) and the wonderful Maggie Smith (Professor McGonagall in Harry Potter). This time around, Sam Worthington (Avatar) takes on the role of Perseus to battle sea monsters – Medusa, the God of the Underworld, and win his love Andromeda. Tantalizing stuff indeed, check out the trailer above.

Clash of the Titans Poster

So what did you think? Pretty awesome looking I think you’ll agree. Worthington is joined by a host of stars for this retelling including Gemma Arterton (Quantum of Solace), Liam Neeson (Taken) and Nicholas Hoult (Skins).

The Film Buzz Antcipation Rating: 7/10

UK Release Date: 26th March 2010

Director: Louis Leterrier

Writer’s: Phil Hay, Matt Manfredi, Travis Beacham & Beverly Cross (original screenplay)

Links: IMDB

We know some of you will probably love this, but us at The Film Buzz, we aren’t so keen. Plus we’re not so eager to jump on the remake bandwagon, this film has got a lot to do to impress us. We can expect to see how Bad Lieutenant fairs at the Box Office any day now. Don’t forget to check out the trailer above.

The Film Buzz Anticipation Rating: 4/10

USA Release Date: November 2009

Director: Werner Herzog

Writer: William M. Finklestein

Links: IMDB