VIDEOS OF THE WEEK: ‘Dear John’ Press Tour and ‘Step Up’ Favorites
February 19, 2010
Most of today’s Videos of the Week are related to Channing Tatum’s highly successful new movie ‘Dear John‘, which released in the US, Canada, and a few other countries on February 5th, just released in South Africa today, and has a sneak preview in Indonesia this weekend before it’s official February 25th debut in that country.
We also have a video that was submitted by Fabulous Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan-Tatum fan Trecia T., and it’s an oldie, but goodie, from their ‘Step Up’ days. Enjoy!
First up, we have what is hands downs my #1 favorite interview that Chan and co-star Amanda Seyfried did during the ‘Dear John’ press tour.
It was done on the Toronto leg of the tour, and you may recognize interviewer Jessi Cruickshank from “The Hills”, “The City”, and “Laguna Beach” after shows on MTV. I’ve learned that you can always count on Jessi for a laugh, and this interview was no different…
One of the questions I see most often from fans is “What is that song in the ‘Dear John’ trailer?”. As most of you now know, the main song in the trailer is Snow Patrol’s “Set the Fire to the Third Bar” featuring Martha Wainwright. The film released a music video for the song with footage of Chan and Amanda from the movie. Fans can watch it below…
After Chan’s hilarious Chelsea Lately interview, he headed on over to Rogue for Jonesy’s Jukebox for a much more laid back interview with Steve Jones, the co-founder of the Sex Pistols (a popular 70’s rock group). Listen in as they talk about Chan’s provocative interview with Chelsea Handler, his love for football, the south, becoming an actor, and everything in between…
In this last ‘Dear John’ video, we have a quick PopSugar report on their coverage of the San Fransisco press tour stop where Chan and Amanda made fans really happy by passing out lots of hugs at the event and where Chan first introduced fans to his new site PostThelove.com.
You even get a glimpse of Chan’s friend and business partner Reid who was there to get footage for the Post The Love “I Love You” video that Chan made for fans to help launch the site (which has well over 6000 thousand members)…
Chan’s press tours have gotten so huge over the past three years, that it’s impossible for me to cover every single interview, but here’s a few more that I thought you might like…
- Soho New York Apple Store Q&A with Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried (Free iTunes Download)
- Y 98.1 in Illinois Radio Interview (MP3)
- Backstage.com Interview: “‘Dear’ Destiny”
- Collider.com Interview: “Channing Tatum Interview DEAR JOHN, Plus Info on Dito Montiel’s SON OF NO ONE and THE EAGLE OF THE NINTH”
- The Finer Dandy Interview: “Channing Tatum is a no-limit soldier…of love”
- Parade.com Interview: “Channing Tatum: ‘I’ve Been Dumped More Times Than I Care to Remember’”
- Vancouver Sun Interview: “Channing Tatum describes how he lost it in Dear John, a movie he insists is not a chick flick”
If you missed any of my articles on the press tour, no worries. You can CLICK HERE to read all of them and HERE to check out hundreds if photos from the entire tour.
Last, but definitely not least, we have the Ciara Featuring Chamillionaire - Get Up music video submitted by fan Trecia, and here’s what she had to say about why she loves this video…
- “I really like this video because well, for obvious reasons, both Channing and Jenna are in it! =D I still remember the first time I’ve ever watched this video. It was when “Step Up” was released back in 06′ and was making a huge splash on Asian shores. Then, one day, while I was flipping through some channels on TV, and I saw this video. I didn’t know who Chan and Jen were back then, and I remember thinking, “oh, who’s that cute guy in the video? And both of them can really dance!”…I almost gave “Step Up” a pass but this video made me change my mind! What with the black outfits and dancing in the rain, they make dancing so damn sexy! So, I watched the film and guess what? I totally fell head over heels in love with it. I bought the DVD and the soundtrack, and you don’t even want to know the number of times I have watched this film. (hint: Its a 2 digit number!) Anyway, all I want to say is, if its not because of this video, I would have missed out on a great film and I won’t be typing this out at this very moment. =)”
BIG thanks to Trecia for your submission!! If you have a favorite video that you would like me to consider, send a link to the video to votw@channingtatumunwrapped.com and tell me why you like it. I will post it and your explanation on the blog.
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New Contest, Soundtrack, Videos and Premiere Info for Channing Tatum’s ‘Dear John’
January 15, 2010
I have a ton of news about Channing Tatum’s highly-anticipated romantic drama ‘Dear John‘, which hits theaters on February 5th. Below fans will find info about the latest contest for the film, a complete list of songs for the soundtrack, a new interview that Chan and Amanda did for ET during last week’s press junket, and premiere and press tour info for the movie. Enjoy!
Fans can now enter the new ‘Dear John‘ Twitter contest where Sony is giving away a signed poster, a Sony Reader Pocket Edition, and a CD soundtrack from the movie. Finish this sentence and tweet it to @DearJohnMovie…
“I knew I was in love the moment ______. #DearJohnSweeps“
Make sure you follow @DearJohnMovie and include the #DearJohnSweeps hashtag in your tweet to be eligible for the contest. No purchase is necessary, but you must have a Twitter account, be at least 13 years old, and be a resident of the US. You can enter the contest up to 5 times a day and the contest ends on February 12, 2010.You can get more details at http://www.dearjohn-movie.com/twittersweeps.
As I previously posted, The ‘Dear John’ soundtrack will be released on February 2, 2010, and here is the complete track listing…
1. Paperweight (Joshua Radin & Schuyler Fisk)
2. The Moon (Swell Season)
3. Amber (311)
4. Excelsior Lady (The Donkeys)
5. Things & Time (Wailing Souls)
6. Little House (Amanda Seyfried)
7. This Is The Thing (Fink)
8. Think Of Me (Rosi Golan)
9. You Take My Troubles Away (Dan Wilson & Rachel Yamagata)
10. The Dear John Theme (Deborah Lurie)
Sony just created a new official site for the soundtrack and fans can CLICK HERE to get more information.
Below fans can check out three new videos…the latest ‘Dear John’ TV spot featuring Snow Patrol’s “Set Fire To The Third Bar”, another TV spot called “I miss you so much it hurts“, and a new Entertainment Tonight interview with Chan and his ‘Dear John‘ co-star Amanda Seyfried. Enjoy!
In addition to the video above, learn even more about the movie in ET’s interviews with Chan and Amanda below…
FayObserver is reporting that Fort Bragg will get a taste of Hollywood when ‘Dear John‘ has its world premiere on the military post. Channing Tatum, Amanda Seyfried, author Nicholas Sparks, and Sony film execs will kick off a ‘Dear John‘ regional press tour with a red carpet event on January 23rd at 4 p.m. at the York Theater, which has a capacity of about 700. Free tickets were distributed yesterday to military ID-holders through Fort Bragg’s Morale Welfare and Recreation.
Sparks, Tatum and Seyfried are scheduled to attend a meet and greet with fans outside the theater before the film starts. After the meet and greet, the first 600 ticket holders in line will be admitted into the theater.
Following the Fort Bragg premiere, Chan will attend a special premiere benefiting Carolina Autism in Charleston, South Carolina (CLICK HERE to buy tickets), and then will move on to Atlanta and various other locations before he wraps up the regional leg of the tour on Friday January 29th. I’ve even heard a rumor that Chan may just be strutting his stuff on Ellen before all is said and done. Stay tuned for more details very soon!
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UNWRAPPED PHOTOS | New Promotional Stills for Channing Tatum’s ‘Dear John’
January 6, 2010
Sony just released exclusive new promotional stills of Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried in their upcoming romantic drama ‘Dear John‘ via Yahoo Movies and Popeater.
The movie will hit theaters on February 5, 2010 and tells the story of John (Channing Tatum), a young soldier home on leave and Savannah Curtis (Amanda Seyfried), the idealistic college student he meets during her spring vacation.
‘Dear John‘ is based on a Nicholas Sparks book by the same name, helmed by Lasse Hallström, written by Jamie Linden, and wrapped filming in the Charleston, South Carolina area in December 2008.
For those asking, Sony just told me that the soundtrack for ‘Dear John‘ will be released on February 2nd. Fans can get more info HERE.
Thanks to Sony for letting me know about the new pics and the soundtrack!
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NEWS FLASH: New Trailer and Soundtrack for Channing Tatum’s ‘Public Enemies’
May 16, 2009
I have a couple of quick updates for Channing Tatum’s upcoming historical drama ‘Public Enemies‘, which has already gotten a ton of Oscar buzz and seems to be on everyone’s must-see list for this year.
I recently posted three new posters and two new TV spots for the film, and now I have soundtrack information and a new trailer (thanks to CTU reader Jane B. from Wisconsin) to share.
As far as the film’s soundtrack is concerned, Decca Records has now announced that they will be releasing the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for ‘Public Enemies‘ on June 30, 2009 with music composed by Elliot Goldenthal. They have not released the songs that will be included on the album, but I’ll post more details when they become available.
Universal has also released a new trailer for the film that I hear is currently playing in theaters. The second trailer for ‘Public Enemies‘ shows the Feds trying to take down notorious American gangsters John Dillinger, Baby Face Nelson, and Pretty Boy Floyd during a booming crime wave in the 1930s, and thanks to TrailerAddict.com, you can check it out below:
The Universal Studios film is directed by Michael Mann and boasts a stunning cast that includes Channing Tatum, Johnny Depp, Marion Cotillard, Christian Bale, Branka Katic, Billy Crudup, Giovanni Ribisi, Emilie de Ravin, John Michael Bolger, Stephen Dorff, Christian Stolte and Leelee Sobieski.
Although it’s a small role, Channing Tatum plays the iconic criminal Pretty Boy Floyd in ‘Public Enemies‘ and introduces Christian Bales’ character (FBI agent Melvin Purvis) to the moviegoers.
‘Public Enemies‘ hits US theaters on July 1, 2009. Fans can CLICK HERE to get a current list of international release dates for the film, and don’t miss a “first look” at the film on HBO beginning on June 16th. Check your local listings to get show times.
REMINDER: Buy the New Soundtrack for Channing Tatum’s ‘Fighting’
April 21, 2009
I wanted to remind everyone that the soundtrack
CLICK HERE
1. Hustlin’ [Explicit] - Rick Ross 4:14
2. Ain’t No Love In The Heart Of The City - Bobby Blue Bland 3:53
3. Magic - Robin Thicke 3:53
4. Gotta Work - Amerie 3:11
5. Diamond Life - Tyga (feat Patty Crash) 3:26
6. The Freaky Girlz - Pmg 3:08
7. Nobody Hot As Me - KU 3:55
8. Goodie Bag - Miss Eighty6 1:52 9
9. From NY To LA - King Juju 1:51
10. Spiritual Warfare - Ghostman Mc 2:47
11. You Don’t Stop * Bonus Track Classic 2:38
12. We Keeps It Real * Bonus Track The Deekompressors Feat. Classic & Miss Eighty6 2:22
CTU EXCLUSIVE: Check Out Channing Tatum’s Favorite Music on His New Myspace Playlist
April 19, 2009
One of the most popular questions I get from fans is “What kind of music does Channing Tatum like?”. No need to wonder any longer, Chan has now completed his very own playlist on his official MySpace.
I was personally excited to see ‘Dear Life’ from the ‘Step Up‘ soundtrack and Israel’s ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’ on Chan’s list. Feel free to leave a comment on this post and tell everyone your favs. Here’s the compete list of Channing’s favorite music:
- Gun Street Girl by Tom Waits
- Black Milk by Massive Attack
- Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynyrd
- Hands Held High by Linkin Park
- Clap Hands by Tom Waits
- Dear Life (’Step Up‘ Soundtrack) by Anthony Hamilton
- Somewhere Over the Rainbow by Israel
- Remember The Name (’Fighting‘ Trailer) by Fort Minor
You can click on the image below to hear all of the songs…
NEWS FLASH: New Soundtrack Info, Photos, and Videos from Channing Tatum’s ‘Fighting’
April 9, 2009
Channing Tatum’s new action film ‘Fighting‘ just released a ton of new goodies for the film. The movie hits theaters April 24, 2009, and you can CLICK HERE to get a current list of release dates around the world. You can also check out all of the new official soundtrack information, photos, and videos below.
OFFICIAL SOUNDTRACK
In addition to their newly redesigned official site and official Facebook fan page (fans can CLICK HERE to join it), the film also just released an offiical Myspace for the movie’s soundtrack where fans can now listen to some of the songs.
The soundtrack features music by artists like Robin Thicke, Rick Ross, Amerie, and Tyga, and fans will be able to buy it on iTunes on April 21st. Below is a list of all of the artists and songs:
- Rick Ross - “Hustlin’”
- Bobby ‘Blue’ Bland - “Ain’t No Love In The Heart Of The City”
- Robin Thicke - “Magic”
- Amerie - “Gotta Work”
- Tyga - “Diamond Life”
- PMG - “The Freaky Girlz”
- KU - “Nobody Hot As Me”
- Miss Eighty 6 - “Goodie Bag”
- King Juju - “From NY to LA”
- Ghostman MC - “Spiritual Warfare”
- Classic *BONUS TRACK - “You Don’t Stop”
- The DeeKompressors feat. Classic & Miss Eighty 6
NEW PROMOTIONAL STILLS
‘Fighting‘ sent me new, high quality promotional stills from the film, and I have added them into the Channing Tatum Unwrapped Photo Gallery. You can check out all of the new photos in the slideshow below:
NEW VIDEOS
In addition to the high quality promotional stills, ‘Fighting‘ also sent me all five of the scenes that have been released from the film, footage from the junket, B-roll footage, and an “inside look” video. I have added all of them into the ‘Fighting’ Playlist in the CTU official video channel. You can watch all of the new videos in the playlist viewer below:
NEW INTERACTIVE MAP OF NEW YORK
Finally, ‘Fighting‘ just released their new interactive New York map on their official site. In the film, Channing Tatum’s character Shawn MacArthur experiences New York in a way that most people never see, from selling on the streets to illegal fights in penthouses.
The new map will give you a glimpse at New York City’s core, which includes iconic locations like Flushing in Queens, the South Bronx, Times Square/42 nd street, Hell’s Kitchen, Chinatown/Canal Street, the Financial District/Lower Manhattan, and Brighton Beach in Brooklyn.
Fans can CLICK HERE or HERE to visit some of the prominent areas and learn about what makes New York, New York.
‘FIGHTING’ DEAL OF THE DAY…FREE MOVIE PASSES
I want to let fans in the San Diego, California area know that you can try to win free, advanced screening passes to ‘Fighting‘ from the San Diego Reader.
The movie will be shown on Tuesday, April 21 at the Edwards Mira Mesa at 7:00 p.m. Fans can CLICK HERE to enter their contest by the 1 p.m., Thursday, April 16 submission deadline. There’s a limit of one entry per person and 25 advance screening passes will be awarded. Good luck!!!
CHANNING TATUM VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Fabulous Fan Video
February 28, 2009
Today’s Video of the Week was created by Fabulous Channing Tatum Fan and Youtuber Nirvanalexa19 from Hungary. Her new fan video features Samantha Jade’s song “Step Up” from the popular ‘Step Up‘ soundtrack (which fans can listen to on the CTU MP3 Player). Without further ado, Ladies and Gentleman…Mr. Tatum:
Big thanks to Nirvanalexa19 for the awesome, new video tribute to Channing!!!
If you have a favorite video that you would like me to consider (whether you made it or someone else did), send a link to the video to votw@channingtatumunwrapped.com and tell me why you like it. I will post it and your explanation on the blog.
CHANNING TATUM VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Theme Song for Channing Tatum’s ‘Fighting’
January 13, 2009
Today’s Video of the Week is an answer to a question I started getting practically seconds after I posted Channing Tatum’s new trailer for ‘Fighting’ on our official Youtube Channel. Fans wanted to know the name of the song in the trailer, and as always, CTU is here to help.
For those who don’t know, the song is called “Remember the Name” and was the first single from The Rising Tied, the debut album of hip hop ensemble Fort Minor (a side project by Linkin Park’s rapper Mike Shinoda). The song also features the underground rap group Styles of Beyond and was produced by Mike Shinoda and Jay-Z. After it’s release in 2005, it quickly become one of the most popular sports anthems, played at many stadiums and arenas throughout the United States.
Fans can watch the music video for “Remember the Name” below. Enjoy!
In case you haven’t seen it, make sure to also check out the new trailer for Channing Tatum’s ‘Fighting’ where they use Fort Minor’s song.
If you have a favorite video that you would like me to consider, send a link to the video to votw@channingtatumunwrapped.com and tell me why you like it. I will post it and your explanation on the blog.
Win Exclusive ‘Stop-Loss’ DVD from Director Kimberly Peirce and Channing Tatum Unwrapped
July 5, 2008
First of all, I want to thank Fabulous Channing Tatum Fan Kristína from Slovakia for creating the ‘Stop-Loss‘-themed wallpaper on this post. Fans can click on the image so you can download it.
As I have been reporting on the blog, the region 1 DVD for Channing Tatum’s critically-acclaimed Iraq war drama ‘Stop-Loss‘ will release in the US and Canada this Tuesday, July 8, 2008.
In keeping with CTU tradition, I will be giving away a free DVD to one lucky CTU reader. What makes this particular giveaway even more special is the fact that the DVD has been sent to me personally by ‘Stop-Loss‘ director Kimberly Peirce to thank us for all of the support we have given the film.
It’s extremely easy to enter the contest. All you have to do is send an email by the end of the day on July 7, 2008 to contests@channingtatumunwrapped.com with the subject “Stop-Loss DVD” and with your mailing address. I will announce the winner of the special DVD on the blog on July 8, 2008.
Also, don’t forget about Paramount’s cool contest where they are giving away 3 autographed prize packs (that will also include a DVD, poster, soundtrack, and more), and the winners will even be notified via a phone call from director Kimberly Peirce. You can CLICK HERE for all of the contest details so you can enter by their July 22, 2008 deadline.
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