Not even a complete 24 hours after G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra dominated this weekend’s box office, a follow up is already in the works. We previously heard rumors of a confirmed sequel, even though the film’s writer Stuart Beattie stated, “that’s a decision that will be made at least in the next few weeks after the film comes out.” A few weeks or a single day is more like it! According to the LATimes, Paramount is getting the ball rolling on the next film as we speak.

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Should you go Joe? G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra, is the live action adaptation of the beloved toy, cartoon, and comic book staple from Hasbro. It’s an origin story that features the most well known characters from the franchise which includes Duke, Ripcord, Scarlett, Snake Eyes, Heavy Duty, Breaker, and General Hawk. Director Stephen Sommers laces the screen with nonstop action, paired with intertwined back stories and questionable motivations. So, should you check out G.I. Joe?

In the words of General Hawk, knowing is half the battle……

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I’m getting whiplash from all of these reviews and opinions about this weekend’s G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra. As you may know, Paramount opted against screening the film for the press before it’s theatrical release. For the most part, the few critics who did see the movie thought it was a lot better than expected. Then I found an article on Rueters that seems to say the exact opposite! Just when you get a glimpse of hope for tshi film, it’s shot down by harsh reality.

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GI Joe: Rise of Cobra hits theaters today and there is a lot of pressure for the film to deliver. It’s following in the footsteps of fellow Hasbro and Paramount champion Transformers Revenge of the Fallen. A lot of people have been making unfair comparisons between the two films due to their similar roots. They both have action figures, animated series, comic books, and now live action features to their credit. Therefore, when it comes down to content, characters, and pop culture status who has the upper hand?

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If there was ever a week where we had movies for all types of people, this would be it. From your action big shot movie (Stephen Sommers‘ G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra) to your romantic satire (Nicholas Jasenovec’s Paper Heart) to the suspense thriller (David Twohy’s A Perfect Getaway), you will find something for every mood.  If you only saw one movie this weekend then it should be Nora Ephron’s film Julie and Julia starring Meryl Streep and Amy Adams. Ephron’s past hits alone, (Sleepless in Seattle, When Harry Met Sally) should be reason enough but if you need another reason, you should look up Streep’s resume.

Here are the movies coming out on August 7th:

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This weekend, crowd’s will have the option to “Go Joe,” with the live action adaptation of the popular Hasbro toy line, G.I Joe: Rise of Cobra. Recently, I was lucky enough to interview the film’s screenwriter Stuart Beattie. He opened up about this feature as well as several high profile projects he has on the horizon, which include Halo, Tarzan, Tomorrow, When the War Began, and Spy Hunter just to name a few.

With so much ground to cover Beattie was eager to answer all my questions, check out the goods after the jump…

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The big G.I Joe debate has begun! All week the internet has been covering the story surrounding Paramount Studios’ refusal to show their latest film to critics. Some people are speculating that the studio fears a backlash for G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra similar to their other Hasbro film, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, others say it’s for the fans not the critics!

We already gave out our two cents on the matter, it’s time for you to voice your opinion!

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What’s the big deal? Paramount has decided not to show any advanced screenings for this Friday’s anticipated blockbuster, G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra. According to Yahoo News, only a choice few from various websites and publications have seen the movie, which we highlighted in our GI Joe Early Review post. For the most part the critics were kind, so what gives? Why is the studio hiding one of the most anticipated tent pole projects of the summer?

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I’m kind of surprised at the reviews that have been released for this Friday’s G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra. I haven’t been particularly excited to see the film, as many other people I know. Yet, something must be in the water, because a lot of the reviews I’ve read have been surprisingly……good! I’m not saying the movie is Citizen Kane, but it hasn’t rated as low as anticipated.

Check out some excerpts from the latest G.I. Joe reviews after the jump!

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