The Blind Side

Nothing beats a simple story told well, and in this Oscar-winner – Bullock as Best Actress – the strength lies in the lack of frills or bombast … here it is, says Hancock, what it says on the tin.

Will Smith is to play a real-life Hurricane Katrina hero in new film to be written and directed by someone named Hancock.

Although trailers and advertising posters have been promoting a Christmas Day release, the Walt Disney Co has taken the unusual step of postponing the opening of The Alamo, saying the much-anticipated film needs more work.

Julia Robert’s ex Jason Patric is to appear in new movie The Alamo after receiving critical acclaim for his latest role as a tough cop in drama Narc.

Actor Billy Bob Thornton could be set for a new film role – as hero Davy Crockett.