08-13-08: Want to See RockNRolla in MORE Theaters?
Posted on Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 at 9:31 am
By now many of our visitors have read the article from the Los Angeles Times about RockNRolla and its limited North American release (3 cities on October 8 and 800 cities on October 31).
So, what to do? If you, your family members, your friends and everyone else you know want to see this “English film” in a theater near you, let’s start the campaign for that to happen now! With a cast that includes not only Gerry, but Idris Elba, Jeremy Piven, Chris Bridges (Ludacris), Tom Wilkinson and Thandie Newton, it would be a shame that more people would miss out on the chance to see this film on the big screen!
Consider voicing your support and we can send the message to Warner Bros. that this film deserves a wide release and a little marketing money! Let them know that we love “English films”! Use any or all of the links below!
> Comment on this post. No registration required. We will forward the post link to Warner Bros. so they can read your comments and feedback. Also register where you live in our RockNRolla state poll.
> Join our Facebook page and post us a message on our note about the film! Share it with your Facebook friends! (Registration required)
> Join the One Two RockNRolla MySpace and the GerardButler Dot Net MySpace pages. Comment, post links to them in your bulletins and blogs to spread the word about Guy Ritchie’s latest and how to show support for the film. (Registration required)
> Add your comment on Patrick Goldstein’s blog at the Los Angeles Times. Always remember, calm, articulate and informed comments work best to get your message across. (Registration not required)
We know Gerry’s fans support his films, but we also know there are more people out there who want to see the latest from Guy Ritchie!
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November 4th, 2008 at 3:00 am
WE WANT TO SEE ROCKNROLLA IN MY CITY! PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEASE PUT IT OUT IN MORE THEATERS! PLEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAASE!
October 28th, 2008 at 8:32 pm
So lately i have fallen in love with Guy Ritchie’s flicks and this new film is a must see! Please do everything in your power to show it in Mission Valley Mall in San Diego. You’ll make tons of cash and I’ll enjoy a great monumental film.
-Thanks
October 13th, 2008 at 10:32 am
i’ve been looking forward to this movie for so long. please let it be released. there isn’t even one 400 miles from where i am. if you’re going to do a limited release do some around the south east coast at least.
October 8th, 2008 at 1:16 am
Dear Warner Brothers,
We are crazy about Gerard Butler in Hilo, HI and want to see Rocknrolla released at our Hollywood Theaters!!!!!! Please include Hilo, Hawaii in your October 31 release schedule.
Hawaaian Butler Fan
October 7th, 2008 at 6:33 pm
My family and I have been really looking forward to seeing RockNRolla, and now we have to wait to see if we will get it later, (I hope so!). It is so disappointing to find out it is only in limited release, please give this film much wider release. I know my friends and family think English films are clever and funny, and refreshing !!
October 6th, 2008 at 4:50 pm
People here could use with a little bit of smart filmmaking and smart humour. The films coming out of England right now can be really fantastic. It’s a shame they’re all regulated to small independent places. I don’t know that Warner Bros. can force a cinema to take a film they’re not interested in taking, but I sure as hell want to see it and think it should have the most opportunity to be avaliable to as many people as possible so whoever is responsible for making that happen, I encourage and support it with my hard earned, not easily parted with $$$.
October 6th, 2008 at 11:09 am
I am so disappointed to not be able to see RockNRolla on Oct. 8. My whole family has been eagerly anticipating this movie’s release and now we won’t get to see it here in the Atlanta area. Please give this movie wider release!
October 2nd, 2008 at 11:19 pm
Please, please, please give RockNRolla a wider distribution in the USA. It looks like a great movie and I think I speak for all of us when we say you’ll be rewarded in box office sakes!
~ Reb
October 2nd, 2008 at 10:56 pm
I want to see it, I live in the Orlando area. Big Richie fan!!!
September 10th, 2008 at 8:33 pm
When you talk to most people about Guy Ritchie, his name ranks up there with some of the most influential film makers in the business. People like Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez, Darren Aronofsky, and David fincher just to name a few. Word of mouth around the industry and amongst the underground fan base are raving with reviews about Rocknrolla being Guy Ritchie’s Monster comeback movie that stands toe to toe with his freshmen and sophmore movies: Lock Stock, and Snatch. I haven’t read a bad review about this movie on the net yet, and thats just it…the only thing I have heard or seen has be by myself digging around seeking out information about this movie. The studio that snaps up this film and puts in place a stylish advertising campaign will reap the rewards when it goes up against a lackluster fall movie lineup.
September 3rd, 2008 at 5:06 am
Do you want to make money on this film? then spend some and get it out to us. ‘If you release it to us we will come’ .
September 2nd, 2008 at 5:22 pm
I wait for months and months for Gerry’s movies to come out!!! I am always the first one in line at the box office. How dare you not release this movie to more places until the end of October. I thought this movie was being released on October 4th?
Maybe you don’t know how much sex appeal this guy has. I would pay to see any movie he is in regardless of the reviews.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Moses
P.S. I also like Guy Ritchie’s movies… he is so talented.
September 2nd, 2008 at 11:25 am
The Brits do “tongue in cheek” better than anyone … I can’t wait to see Richie’s great combo of madcap humor and crime! I live in the midwest U.S. so wide release is the only way I will get to see RockNRolla.
August 31st, 2008 at 11:26 pm
I really like Guy Ritchies work, I love British films, I adore Gerard Butler. So how could I not be waiting impatiently for RockNRolla to open here in the U.S.
Dorothy McMillan
August 28th, 2008 at 10:56 pm
Would love to see this film !
August 27th, 2008 at 9:58 pm
Why are you limiting the viewing to only 800 cities in the United States? Are you afraid that the movie is too good and that it will show up some of your lesser and poorer quality films. People have read abot the movie seen interviews about it. It should not all be about the bottom dollar. You should care about the viewing public. In this sad and dismal economy the only true pleasure many people can have is going to the movies. I wish to see Rockarolla in my hometown of Fort Myers Fl. Please I am unemployed and my one true enjoyment is to be able to go the movies and I have been patiently waiting to see this movie. Please do not deny me this pleasure
thank you
August 23rd, 2008 at 4:25 am
Reading about the limited release of Rock’n'Rolla I got very disappointed. I live in Hungary(Europe) and have been looking forward to seeing this film of Gerard Butler so long. I hope you(WB)give us the chance to see this film on big screen too. Thanks !
August 22nd, 2008 at 2:31 am
Please release this film to Alaska! There are so many fans up here of Guy Richie Films, including major fans of Gerard Butler! Gerard Butler alone would bring in the crowds! Look at how well 300 did! Please do not deny Alaskans this chance to see a great film!
August 21st, 2008 at 12:40 am
Why not show the movie at the Austin Film Festival in Austin, TX? The festival runs Oct 19 thru Oct 23. A lot of people attend the festival to see the movies and it’s a great venue to show new films.
August 19th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
I love English Movies and I am waiting for RockNRolla to be shown in Mexico City Movies Theaters, Please don’t forget the Latin american fans!!!!
August 19th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
Please release “Rock N Rolla” in wide release. There are
so many Gerard Butler fans , that the picture would make money on him alone!
August 19th, 2008 at 11:14 am
We live in Chula Vista, CA (very close to San Diego, CA). When I attended the Comic Con in San Diego, there were over 6,500 people in Hall H to see Gerard Butler of the movie “300,” and hundreds at the Warner Bros booth to get Gerard (Gerry) Butler’s autograph. I believe there are plenty of people that would enjoy ROCKNROLLA just because Gerard Butler is in the movie. You also have many other good actors that I am sure have a following in this area. We have many theater complexes in this area. WESTFIELD~~Plaza Bonita theaters in National City, Regal Theaters in Chula Vista, and Mission Valley and Fashion Valley theaters in San Diego, CA…these are large theaters and the theaters that we attend in this immediate area. Hope you show RocknRolla in these complexes. Thanks for your interest in our opinions.
Donna Jean Montalbano
August 19th, 2008 at 11:07 am
PLEASE!
August 18th, 2008 at 7:22 pm
Gerry has a fan following to rival Elvis, are you sure you do not want to take advantage of that? A whole lot of women will be disappointed. As for myself, I am not a huge movie buff. I will not shell out $7 to attend a movie, unless of course, Gerry is in it….Please reconsider. Gerry will bring in the bucks for you.
Louisiana Native,
Angelina Breaux
August 18th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
I really am looking forward to this movie.The trailer is hilarious.I am a big fan of English films and I think they always do well in this country.Look at Atonement,Pride and Predjudice,Hot Fuzz and the list goes on.I hope Warner Brothers reconsider their decision to give this a limited release.Give it a chance,please.Counting the days til October.
August 18th, 2008 at 2:50 pm
Why such a small opening for a potentially great film, “Rock n’ Rolla”? Are you thinking about changing your decision?
Sincerely,
[Mrs.] Sue McCabe
August 18th, 2008 at 1:53 pm
Well, I am not from the US, I am actually from the Caribbean. I am a really big fan of Gerard and was so looking forward to seeing this movie. So hey Warner Bros, can you guys please re-consider and release rockNrolla???
August 18th, 2008 at 1:28 pm
It would be a real shame if we, in the heartland, are again cheated out of a Guy Ritchie movie. We didn’t get Revolver, and that was irritating, but to not see RockNRolla on the big screen, would be unfair to avid action movie fans such as myself. To not promote a movie properly and then open on fewer screens makes absolutely no fiscal sense. If you are not going to give it proper promotion at least open on the regular number of screens and let the fans find it and promote it by word of mouth. At least that way, they stand a chance of making some money off of it. I know I’ve been looking forward to it for over a year now since I found out it was in the making when I searched Guy Ritchie on IMDB and saw the projects in the works. I am a Gerard Butler fan as well, mainly the action movies, but that’s my taste. When I go to the movies, there are any where from 4-14 of us that go as a group, it is a lot of fun and this is one movie the majority of us are looking forward too.
August 18th, 2008 at 12:08 pm
Would really love not to be the last city in the states to get a chance to see this film.
August 18th, 2008 at 1:28 am
Warner Brothers needs to reconsider the decision to limit the release of RockNRolla. Gerry has a large fan base (which seems to elude the minds of studio execs) - I am not alone in seeing every film that Gerry does - good or bad. I loved Snatch (a very British film I might add) and I WAS looking forward to the release of RockNRolla with great excitement. Warner Brothers might be pleasantly surprised by the response to the film - only Gerry’s die hard fans knew that 300 would make the amount of money that it has. Warner Brothers please listen to the true fans for once. Release RockNRolla as it should be.
August 18th, 2008 at 1:00 am
I really hope that you will consider releasing Rock N Rolla to a much wider audience. This film is jam packed with Talent, and directed by one of the most creative minds in the business. North America does indeed love “English” films, and would love to see this one brought to everyone. I live in a rural area of Alberta, Canada, but I am truly hoping that I will have the opportunity to see this film, in a town or city near me. Trust me, if you release it to more cities, the people will come to see what looks to be a knockout of a film.
Please consider a wider release.
Thank you.
August 17th, 2008 at 10:44 pm
I am a fan of Gerard Butler’s, Jeremy Piven, and Guy Richie’s as well as others in this film. I feel that it is a sad state of affairs when people deem a film “To English” for Americans to enjoy. Are we so very inept that we can only enjoy movies with excessive effects and no real substance. The fact that some fans are willing to drive to other states in order to see a movie that has true content, and may just be the slightest bit entertaining should prove how dedicated we are to real films. I think everyone would appreciate it if “Hollywood would let us decide what movies we would like to see. Please consider releasing this film to a wider audience and give everyone the opportunity to enjoy something other than useless banter on a screen.
August 17th, 2008 at 3:30 pm
I have looked forward to RocknRolla since they began filming in 2007. I am a fan of Gerard Butler, Jeremy Piven and Thandy Newton, but I also want to see this movie in the theater, because of the very cool graphic style that Guy Richie used to make London seem grittier. This will be a popular movie!
Smart crime-caper movies are usually loved by all demographic groups, because they are fun! They take us into a make-believe world, where things are not the way they seem. This movie has good word of mouth, but it needs a studio to get behind it. You can advertise it on your evening programs, ET and Extra without spending a lot of money to buy commercial time during prime time.
Please get behind RocknRolla, and give it a wider release. No one is expecting 2000 theaters, but 1500 theaters would be a good target to fill seats for this one. We have long awaited a good Guy Richie movie, without the Mrs., and this is it. Don’t give another studio the opportunity to make a fortune on it, when Warner Bros. can do it!
August 17th, 2008 at 9:58 am
I live in Simi Valley, California…Ever since I saw Mr. Butler in Phantom of the Opera I have become a huge fan…Any movie that he is in I always go see at the mvies…not to mention I have purchased over a dozen of his movies that are available on DVD…It would be a huge dissapointment and a shame not to make this movie available to everyone possible…I am sure there is more of a demand than you are aware of!
August 17th, 2008 at 4:18 am
I am not American so it might be even more difficult for me to get to see RockNRolla in theatres in my country, but i am here to give my support to Gerry’s career in any way i can. This is a disappointment for us fans and it’s only fair that out voices are heard. We follow Gerry’s career all through the year, we follow each step of a movie, by reading reviews and getting any news we can, and then when the time is almost there that the movie is brought into theatres for us to enjoy, we get this ultimate disappointment.
We do understand the decision by WB, but we also want them to understand our point of views, at the end of the day it’s us “the fans” that make the box office go round!!!!
August 17th, 2008 at 1:27 am
Aloha from Hawaii: I realize that Hawaii is usually the last to receive most films but in this case, I would respectfully ask the distributors of this film to please, please, PLEASE add Honolulu to your list of sites where RocknRolla will be shown. If you need me to get a petition going, I will, just say the word.
I checked the website for the Hawaii International Film Festival but the entry closing date was June 9th. That would have been a PERFECT backup plan but alas, I missed the date.
If push gets to shove, I’ll buy airfare to LA, but please consider Oahu.
Thanks so much.
August 17th, 2008 at 12:07 am
Warner Brothers: I for one, enjoy the “very English” movies and I especially liked “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels” and “Snatch.’ I was very disappointed to learn that you do not intend to give RockNRolla the wider distribution it deserves. I haven’t seen any of the big block buster movies that the studios keep pushing at us but I would see RockNRolla. Please reconsider. Thanks you.
August 16th, 2008 at 10:34 pm
Gerry is one of our most genuine actors. I hope we will get a chance to see him in more cities across the nation in this film. He has become quite a proven box office draw and has been in some very big movies lately, please give us more Gerry!
August 16th, 2008 at 9:53 pm
I respectfully submit that Warner Bros. needs to get their heads together and think again! I am looking forward to this movie! Everything we’ve heard is positive about RocknRolla! America is filled with Anglophiles, so being too “English” is a very poor excuse indeed to put a little effort into giving this film the wide release it deserves. I am tired of the same-old super hero movies and I’m sure that a film of this nature, geared to adult audiences, will be a great success for the studio, if only they give it a chance! Wake up Warner Bros. and do the right thing: promote this awesome film and get it proper, full distribution!
August 16th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
I am a huge fan of Gerard Butler and English films. I have seen Guy Richie’s films and have enjoyed all of them. Some of Gerry Butler’s films are not appreciated by the industry and make it very difficult to see them in WIDE RELEASE. It is very disappointing to MOVIE FANS to have to wait for films they want to see and are WILLING to spend the money to go to the theatres to see them and have to wait for DVD’s It is WB who faulters on releasing films they have agreed to show. So, fans should let there feelings be know. You make the movies so lets see them
August 16th, 2008 at 7:58 pm
A note to our readers. We understand the fiscal decision by Mr. Horn and Warner Bros. with regards to RockNRolla. That being said, we 100% believe that fans have the right to have the opportunity to voice their disappointment at a limited release in a constructive way, and in this case, an organized way. We also believe that they have the right to argue when it is said by anyone that a particular genre of film might not be widely appealing. We remind our readers that we 100% appreciate Warner Bros. support of fans and fan sites, but we also KNOW that fans will speak their minds when faced with disappointing news. If those voices are loud enough, sometimes that can change things, sometimes not, but that does not lessen their right to be heard.
This is a Gerry Butler FAN site. We are here FOR the fans to learn about Gerry’s career and support his career. That can be hard to do for fans who don’t always get the pleasure of seeing his films upon their release and have to wait for the DVD. We have always and will always give fans a place to express frustration when faced with yet another film they can’t see on the big screen. We know WB, and any studio/distributor, knows and understands this and they would expect nothing less from fans to speak up. Let’s be real, it’s not like they don’t expect to hear when fans are unhappy.
August 16th, 2008 at 5:33 pm
Gerald Butler is an awesome actor, He has proved himself time and time again. Please pick up the movie for all of us gerry fans. We won’t let you down there’s tons of us all over the world.Gerry ROCKS!!!!
August 16th, 2008 at 12:17 pm
I find it insulting that the distributors think the film is “too English” for American audiences. We Yanks are therefore relegated to “blockbusters” and toker movies. Geez. Bring on the Brits. Bring on Gerry!
August 16th, 2008 at 11:55 am
I watch all of Gerry Butler’s movies at the theater several times, taking as many people with me as possible! I have waited for this movie to come out in wide American release, and pray that it will! In my opinion, all the greatest movies have British casts, stories, settings or are made in England. So, for me, a movie can never be “too English”. Yes, I am an American, born and bred. One more thing- If I need to choose between a movie from Warner Brothers or another studio, I have been choosing the film from Warner Brothers out of gratitude for Phantom of the Opera and 300. I would hate to see that change because it became difficult to see the movies I have waited for. Please put Rock N Rolla in wide American release!
August 16th, 2008 at 11:17 am
I respectfully ask that the “powers that be” please reconsider their decision of a limited release for “Rocknrolla”. The success of “Snatch” and “Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels” has shown that there is a large fanbase for these “english films”. Friends who have seen the trailer have shown a great interest in the film, and the experience of seeing this film on the big screen would be so much better than waiting for the DVD version. However, with gas priced at almost $4.00 a gallon our ability to go to a larger city (3 hours away!!) to see the film is limited. It is my sincere hope that the distributors of the film will give more thought to thier decision. Thank you.
August 16th, 2008 at 9:03 am
I think it is ashame that Warner Bros. doesn’t think that Rock N Rolla deserves a wide release. What about Harry Potter? Apparently they didn’t think that film was too english.
Rock N Rolla has something for everyone and it would be ashame not to give this film a chance.
August 16th, 2008 at 8:58 am
Oh, why are they delaying this movie?! It looks so good and funny too, it would be great if everywhere had it. I’m a massive Gerry Butler fan since Phantom Of The Opera and 300, see how successful that was! There are plenty of young women who adore him as he’s the best actor around, he’s charming and very good-looking too. He’s a great actor and this film will boast more fans, money and sequels if successfull at the box office. So please Warner Bros, don’t delay this movie! It will be a hit, I assure you. I can’t go on without a Gerry fix in the cinenia, the last time was Nims Island and that was May! Loads of people liked it in Comic con, you know that and they would be deeply disappointed that this film is not out to show. Like Lucy says, there will be mass protests of all of us. Please change your mind and let it run in the US as well in Britian, you will have a hit I promise you!
August 16th, 2008 at 3:48 am
There is a huge demographic that will love this movie … the 20-30 year old males who love this kind of edgy humor. Jeremy Piven’s TV show has a huge following as well. Give us Yanks a bit of credit for appreciating good product. Oh … if it is “too English” … would someone explain the incredible following of “English” movies like “Hot Fuzz” in the U.S.? Funny is funny … for crying out loud … we have a summer replacement TV show about Japanese game shows??? Jeremy Piven’s TV show has a huge following as well.
If the trailer is funny and edgy that the U.S. sees (give it exposure) … there won’t be much competition in October for putting these bottoms in seats.
Oh … and did I forget to mention how many women go nuts for many of the guys starring in the movie?
Pish Posh … give ‘em a try.
August 16th, 2008 at 1:08 am
I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED IN WARMER BROTHERS DECISION. SINCE I SAW THE PHANTOM, I HAVE BECOME ONE OF GB’S BIGGEST FANS. NOT ONLY GB BUT THE OTHER FINE ACTORS IN THIS MOVIE ARE BEING CHEATED. WE HAVE THE RIGHT TO CHOOSE WHAT WE SEE AT THE MOVIE THEATRES. WHAT HAPPPENED TO OUR BILL OF RIGHTS?
I LOVE BRITISH MOVIES AND BOOKS. WARNER IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE GOOD SENSE TO RELEASE THIS MOVIE AND TO MARKET IT, I WILL BOYCOTT ALL OF YOUR FUTURE MOVIES. IT ONLY TAKES ONE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE. I WILL SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT YOUR POOR CHOICES. ASK ANYONE THAT KNOWS ME. THEY KNOW HOW TENACIOUS I CAN BE ABOUT CERTAIN SUBJECTS!!!!!
August 16th, 2008 at 12:10 am
I, and I am sure everyone wants Rock n Rolla in many more moview theaters. Gerard Butler deserves more recognition. Tom Wilkinson is an excellent actor also.
Why is it not being in more movies. Does Gerard want it limited? Does Warner Brothers.
I vote that this movie be shown globally.
August 15th, 2008 at 11:20 pm
Dear Warner Bros. “RocknRolla” looks like a great film, and one that I have been looking forward to for quite some time (and not just because I’m a huge fan of Gerard Butler). I am sure you will not be disappointed in it’s performance at the box office if you will reconsider, and give it a wider release. I believe there are plenty more Americans such as myself who enjoy movies that are “too English” all the time. Besides which, the cast looks terrific!!! I think a film that looks as entertaining as this one does, and has so many excellent actors in it deserves a chance to prove itself at the box office. “RocknRolla” might just surprise you…
August 15th, 2008 at 10:38 pm
Gerard has an allure that he gives audiences and makes you feel like you are there moving along with him. The charismatic butt-kicker he seems to play in Rock and Rolla is something I am prepared to see in October!
August 15th, 2008 at 9:27 pm
Audiences appreciate movies from all other the world. We can handle British cinema. And of course we want to see Gerard Butler. Don’t sell us short.
August 15th, 2008 at 6:40 pm
I really want to see this movie. its a must see movie.
August 15th, 2008 at 6:34 pm
Please reconsider releasing ROCK N ROLLA into a larger number of theatres when it opens in North America. The audience for Rock n Rolla is larger than the P.T.B. realize. I, for one, enjoy films from around the globe, including the U.K. They are not all “Blockbusters”. For the record I have not gone to many
“Blockbusers” in the past two years. Much prefer to be entertained by films that are not mainstream, but are a bit different, with an interesting story line, funny,or action filled, or drama and more complex.
A lot of the smaller films that are entertaining never get
relased on a wider scale, therefore they do not make as much money at the theatres. Instead these smaller but GOOD films are picked up on DVD or as rentals. I have to rent “English” DVDs or go to
Windsor or Toronto to see them.
I would like to see more films like “ROCK N ROLLA”in more theatres
throughout North America.
August 15th, 2008 at 6:09 pm
I really enjoy Jerry Butler films, I have seen everyone of them. I hope Warner Bros. puts it on the big screen. I live in Orlando, Florida, I will be waiting to see it.
August 15th, 2008 at 5:32 pm
It should be release country wide. Guy Richie, when he puts effort in it and leaves his personal life at home (the movie he did with his wife sucked) is an awesome director. This should be released all over the states.
August 15th, 2008 at 4:33 pm
I live in Northern Minnesota (by Virginia, an hour north of Duluth) & I usually have to wait for dvd release - and then order it online since we don’t get all of the dvd releases at our retail stores up here - to see the movie since it will never get this far north on limited release! I wish more of Gerry’s movies would be in wider release so they would come up this far. Most of the time, they do come to the Twin Cities and sometimes Duluth, but I don’t get a chance to get to them when they are that far away. I am fans of most of the actors in this movie & would love to see it on the big screen. Please put a wider release on it so the US fans get a chance to see the film as Guy Ritchie intended it to be seen - you miss out on so much when you have to watch it on a small tv screen. If you aren’t going to do a wide release, please release the dvd quicker so we don’t have to wait as long to see the movie.
August 15th, 2008 at 4:26 pm
Please release Rock N Rolla in more theaters. I am a big fan of Gerard Butler and will watch anything he is in. I also do not beleive the ” Too English” comment, if a film is good the American public will go to see it.
August 15th, 2008 at 4:25 pm
I have really been looking forward to a theater nearby having this film open on Oct. 31, 2008.
I have planned the whole Halloween evening around this movie with friends. I sincererly hope that Warner Bros. will distribute this film on a nationwide basis on that date. I and many friends have been planning on seeing it on the big screen. We are all Gerard Butler fans and I know this film
will be well received in the US. Please reconsider and give this film a wide distribution on 10/31/08.
August 15th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
I am a Huge Gerard Butler fan I see films becouse he is in them! I was very upset when they did this same thing to Shatered I have been planning on seeing this film all summer! Me and some of my new friends wore going to make night out of it. So I do hope they show it world wide. For those of us who Want it
August 15th, 2008 at 2:34 pm
I saw the trailer and think WB is making a mistake big time. They underestimate the power
of Gerard Butler fans. They did not estimate PS I love you was going to do well, but it did
much better than a George Clooney movie released the same time. (don’t remember the name).
This is a big blow to us Gerry fans. Even though it’s english, it sounds real good.
BRING US ROCK N ROLLA PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gerard Butler is the hotest guy in the movies now, how can they be so blind and STUPID
August 15th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
I am a Gerard Butler fan and would very much like to see RockNRolla. English movies have more character and are a bit better than movies made here in the US. Don’t let this movie go straight to video or one that can never be located. Give us RockNRolla.
August 15th, 2008 at 1:40 pm
I would love to see this movie I was soooo looking forward to it. Anything I can do to help I would love to see this movie on the big screen. No joke about “we can only go so long” that is exactly how I feel. It looks like a great movie and I know a lot of people that can’t wait to see it. Please bring the movie to our cities!!!!
August 15th, 2008 at 1:36 pm
I’ve been a fan of Gerry Butler since I first saw him in Attila. I have been to all his films that were released in Canada and have copies of all his DVD’s.
For some reason the studios want to make this new film with Guy Ritchie a limited release in the USA. That likely translates to it won’t even be released at all in Canada and I really don’t understand the logic to this decision. Every time I’ve been to a release (usually the first day or two) the theatre has been full.
I’m hoping the people who make these decisions will reconsider and make RockNRolla a wide release. From the trailor I’ve viewed it seems very much like “Snatch” of a few years ago. That was one of the best movies I’ve ever seen.
Hope you’ll reconsider your decision
August 15th, 2008 at 1:35 pm
I believe it is a huge mistake to NOT back RocknRolla. Did anyone over there at WB see the reception it received at Comic-Con?! The various trailers are fantastic and it looks to be a GREAT ENGLISH movie. I believe you are not giving the American audience nearly enough credit! We love GREAT movies not matter where the origin and English made movies are some of the best and we do love the humor! Warner Brothers, you will be making a huge mistake if you don’t back this one, Guy Ritchie has made a fabulous movie and it has an outstanding cast! Gerard Butler! Do you not realize the audience this man can draw! Did you see the reception Gerard and the cast received at Comic-Con?! We Love HIM! You need to seriously reconsider your decision on RocknRolla it will go into orbit if you do this right! Yes, I am a fantastically huge Gerard Butler fan but also see a great cast and director in this movie. It is great and I have been looking forward to it’s release since I saw who was in it and the trailers have only reinforced my desire to see this movie!!! This absolutley deserves a major world-wide release and all the publicity you can show it!!! RocknRolla is gonna rock the world….
August 15th, 2008 at 1:26 pm
I, and many of my friends and co-workers are fans of Gerard Butler’s works. It’s time hollywood noticed his fan base and started releasing his movies here! Now!
August 15th, 2008 at 1:20 pm
Warner Bros. should not assume that RockNRolla is “too English” for us! We have been looking forward to seeing this movie and Warner Bros. brilliant (?) move will almost insure it won’t play here in Jacksonville, FL. For those of us who adore Gerry and his work…..please show this film so all can enjoy it!
August 15th, 2008 at 10:44 am
I live in Australia but I am a huge fan of Gerry Butler. I feel sorry for the fans who won’t get to
see this movie on the big screen. There have been many of Gerry’s films that have’nt been
released in Australia & its very dissapointing if you are a fan & have to wait for a dvd release to
see a movie. I hope Warner Bros. can get their act together & fix this situation. And what about
the release in Australia? Does anybody know what that situation will be?
August 15th, 2008 at 10:30 am
I love Gerard Butler and I definitely want to see RockNRolla. I love Guy Ritchie’s movies and it would be horrible if I can’t see this movie in wide release. Please show this movie in more theaters in New Jersey!
August 15th, 2008 at 9:39 am
All of Gerard Butler’s fans will need a GB fix in October. We can only go so long. Please don’t delay Rock N Rolla. He has a HUGE fanbase in the United States. Check out his fan sites. There will be mass protests
August 15th, 2008 at 9:30 am
My family are big Butler fans and we watch everything he is in several times. We are really looking forward to seeing all of the projects that he is working on. We really got excited when we saw the RockNRolla Trailer and saw the Comic.con panel. This looks like a very entertaining film and we can’t wait to see it. I think it would be a big mistake not to give it a wide-US opening. We loved the Guy Ritchie film - Snatch and this looks even better. Put Gerry Butler in it and you will have a hit.
August 15th, 2008 at 3:09 am
I was hooked on the trailer right away!! Please reconsider distributing this movie to more theaters. The cast is superb and the movie is different from what is out there right now. Rock N Rolla will attract an audience!! Please give the movie a fighting chance! Gerard Butler is a big draw, Jeremy Piven is a hit on television, and the other members of the case all have a following.
We want Rock N Rolla in Texas!! It’s not too “english” for us!!!
August 15th, 2008 at 1:27 am
I agree with Patrick Goldstein that Warner Bros. is much better suited to promote their giant money makers like Batman and Harry Potter. What if that was all they produced? The movie going public would soon get sick and tired of seeing the same hype over and over until they released a single film. Who is to say that RockNRolla is not going to make some enterprising movie studio a vault load of money? Although I am still trying to get my head around a film being too English. Maybe the WB has not noticed that Harry Potter is not from the sunny coast of California, or that many of their Batman stars are also not Yanks. Christian Bale and Micheal Cane are English. Heath Ledger also not American, Australian. A film does not have to be filmed in the United States to be a hit, 300 was not filmed in Sparta, Star Wars was not filmed on the planet Tatuine. If this backwards thinking of Warner Bros. is all that is stopping an exciting looking film from being released, Guy Richie is probably better off finding someone else.
August 15th, 2008 at 12:43 am
Oh, and another thing….I agree with Kara! The more theaters you play it in means more people can see it and more money is made!!
August 15th, 2008 at 12:40 am
I’ve seen the trailers for this movie and I think it’s going to be great. What is wrong with English??? Or Scottish??? I love Gerard Butler and along with the rest of the cast, it looks like a smashing film with lots of action. I think Guy Ritchie (Madonna who??) is a great director deserves the best!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
I have been looking forward to seeing RockNRolla ever since I heard Gerard Butler was starring in it. Now I see that it will not have a wide release and only be seen on 800 screens. Please re-consider and wide release this film. How can anyone who saw 300 not want to see Gerard Butler
in this film. He is one of the best actors we have and I for one want to see every film he is in!!!
I really like all the other actors in this film as well and I love “English” films.
August 14th, 2008 at 9:37 pm
Sirs:
I am a very big fan of Guy Ritchie, and I feel it is a very big mistake to NOT back his latest project. I know he has had some problems with his recent movies, but RocknRolla is a movie that harkens back to his heyday. Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch are two movies that I rent all the time! I love Guy Ritchie’s take on London’s underbelly. Having lived in the United Kingdom for a few years, I know how things have changed over there, and from what I have seen of the trailer of this movie, I know it shows how those changes are affecting life in London. I was very excited to see this movie, but since the LA Times article has been posted, I am heartbroken that I (who lives in rural Virginia) may not get the chance to see this movie. Sirs, with all due respect, I am sorely disappointed.
thank you,
Marian Bailey
August 14th, 2008 at 9:06 pm
I am a gib fan of Gerry’s - please do not restrick the release of RockNRolla in the US.
August 14th, 2008 at 9:06 pm
I am a big fan of Gerry’s and can’t wait to see RocknRolla- Please don’t restrick the release in the US.
August 14th, 2008 at 8:04 pm
I really don’t understand the comment “too English”. I think that everyone knows that this movie is about the London crime world (with a humorous spin on it) and if they find that “too English”, then they really can choose not to attend the movie. For those of us who do want to see the movie. it would be nice to have that opportunity to see it in the theatre, on DVD just would not give it the same thrill. (Also would be nice to have some releases in Canada) there are fans here of Guy Ritchie and Gerard Butler as well. Thanks.
August 14th, 2008 at 7:45 pm
I’m a huge fan of Guy Ritchie’s films, and I have been eagerly awaiting the release of RockNRolla. I’m a huge fan of Gerard Butler as well, but this is one I’d pay to see on the big screen even if he weren’t in it. I’m lucky. I live in a big city and am pretty much guaranteed that it will play here. (Revolver did. I have no reason to think RockNRolla won’t.) I’m more concerned about about the second tier markets who may have to wait for dvd. Not fair! Give American’s some credit! If we can understand Pikey, we can understand Mockney!
August 14th, 2008 at 7:28 pm
we LOVE English movies… PLEASE have a wider release. We are close to Orlando and frequently miss the movies we want to see… PLEASE DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE MOVIE-GOING PUBLIC in Central Florida… We do not all just go to Disney.
August 14th, 2008 at 7:19 pm
I was disappointed to read the latest Guy Ritchie film will be released on only a “limited” basis in the U.S.
He has a unique, if not often seen, take on things. Not to mention, this particular film boasts the very hot Gerard Butler and Entourage star Jeremy Piven.
Looking forward to your reconsidering your decision so more of us will have the chance to see the film.
Thank you.
August 14th, 2008 at 5:41 pm
We look forward to English films and are very disappointed that we might not be able to view Rock”N”Rolla. We enjoy Guy Ritchie films in particular and have “converted” our friends to admiring his work. Having Gerard Butler in this film gives it an added attraction.
if the film was advertised on TV, I am sure it would attract a very sizeable audience.
August 14th, 2008 at 5:04 pm
I am looking forward to see this movie since I’ve seen the trailer. It seems like a fun gangster movie the only way the British can make it.
If I don’t know some of the actors like Tom Hardy, I have been an admirer of Gerard Butler, Tom Wilkinson, Idris Elba and Thandie Newton for quite sometimes. They all turn up often very unforgettable performances. I can’t get enough of Tom Wilkinson in “The Full Monty” and “Michael Clayton”, Thandie Newton in “Jefferson in Paris” and “Beloved” and Gerard Butler in countless of his movies notably Dracula 2000, Timeline, The Phantom of the Opera, Dear Frankie and of course 300. I have seen one movie of Idris Elba in which he made quite an impression on me and that was “The Reaping” with Hilary Swanks. It would be a pity if this movie didn’t get distributed through the USA and Canada.
August 14th, 2008 at 4:56 pm
I LOVED the trailer, great cast, especially Gerard Butler..I know countless people who are anxiously waiting for the release…British humor is appreciated by MANY MANY Americans.. Please reconsider your limited release.
I for one will see this movie over and over again.
Thank you for considering.
August 14th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Please give this movie a wider release in theaters!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 3:27 pm
Please release this to the Bay Area. I think Gerard Butler’s fan base has proven over the years
that if you release 1 of his movies you will get the pay back.
We are the people that that shot 300 and P.S I Love You into the high $$$ mark.
After watching the panel at Comic Con this year I absolutely want to see this movie
and you had a hall of people that are of the same opinion.
August 14th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
After reading the LA times article I was very disappointed to see Warner Bros support (or lack there of) for the upcoming film ” Rocknrolla.” With the great cast and crew involved with this film I am really stunned and don’t get the logic. Did we not read recently it showed very well at Comic Con? It would seem you have the momentum going (the Con patron crowd is huge). Films such as Rocknrolla usually have a niche following and do pretty well. This thought process from the ” Powers that Be ” certainly seems to cast a low note on the future of independent films. What a shame. I would much rather see such a film than the constant repetitive, big buck, cookie cutter, assembly line mindset of what we are being fed lately at the theaters. As for the “english element”, I have to say , those brits know their stuff and usually come up with some very good quality films. I personally LOVE the english films, the content, the humor, and their sometime quirkiness and try and see all that come our way.
While at the theater last week, with a group of friends, we sat through at least 8 previews of upcoming fall features and shook our heads at what was being offered. Not ONE was going to be worth our time or money and we could not believe someone in Hollywood thought otherwise. Unfortunately, Rocknrolla was not one of the previews offered. (WHY NOT?) With minimal or non existant marketing you are dooming the project before it even has a chance. We have seen the published trailers for RnR and feel its a good film. Granted, it most likely will not draw the numbers of the current fantastically done DARK KNIGHT, but that is not the norm anyway. And even though a film is considered blockbuster in the ratings, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s any good. (it may just be a PG release which opens it to a wider market audience). It’s a shame when smaller, interesting, unique films with quality are overlooked like this. I would like to see Rocknrolla in wide release. From what we saw being offered up this fall, the competition does not look that daunting. There hasn’t been a film out like this in awhile, and I think the public is ready for some variety. I think you will be pleasantly surprised at what a draw this wee film may have. We live in Chicago and odds are we will probably get the opportunity to see it here somewhere but I think everyone should have the same opportunity. What better way to get an accurate reading on what such a film can really do? Thanks…
August 14th, 2008 at 2:50 pm
You’ll make more money if its in more theaters
August 14th, 2008 at 2:23 pm
I have been waiting for the release of this movie. Gerard Butler in another action flick, AWESOME!!When I found out it was to be out in October, I was counting the days. Now, I read that it is only getting limited release! NOOOOOOOO! Please release it in Missouri!!
August 14th, 2008 at 2:12 pm
OMG! i would love to see RocknRolla in more movie thearters because ever since i saw the movie title online i have been so excitied!!! please more movie thearters!!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 1:19 pm
Hello!
I’m from Quebec City in Canada, and I love English films, I would like to see the movie “Rock’N'Rolla” at my favorite movie theater, and I’m sure there are many people who would like to see that movie as well, I’m a big Gerard Butler fan and appreciate Guy Ritchie’s movies!!!!
We like English movies!!!!!
Josée, Quebec City, Canada
August 14th, 2008 at 12:55 pm
We’re a massive fan gang of Gerard Butler all coming from different parts of the globe in all races especially here in the UK and Los Angeles, even in Far East Asia like Hongkong, Philippines and Japan. We’ve been looking forward for this film “RockNRolla”, knowing as well that it was directed by Guy Richie, whom we also admire coz a lot of us are fans of Madonna ,too . We are confident that it will be released in the UK but Please we beg you to please release it in the states especially in L.A. cause if you don’t, it will really break our hearts and life will never be the same again.
UK/US Gerard Butler fans
August 14th, 2008 at 12:42 pm
You have big stars, Gerard Butler, Jeremy Piven and Thandie Newton doing an original script and you don’t want to put it out there? Quit catering to Joe Blow and put out a movie that appeals to all kinds of people. Plus, Gerard Butler alone will bring in millions due to his large fan base of mostly women but many, many men love his macho attitude. Seriously, stop pushing the same old crap on us….we want RocknRolla! I sure want to see it in ATLANTA
August 14th, 2008 at 11:26 am
I may be in one of the cities where RockNRolla will be released, but it’s a shame that you don’t distribute in some of the “smaller” markets. I think you will find that many people are fans of British films, not just people in the “major” markets.
A mistake was made in the distribution of “Beowulf and Grendel” a wonderful Canadian film.
Trade on the Gerard Butler success of “300″ and “P.S. I Love You”
August 14th, 2008 at 10:43 am
Please, may we the public have a movie in theaters, this is not weird, chainsaw massacre, or boobs and beer college stereotype mayhem. Or aging buddy movies. WE WANT SOME ADULT MOVIES! SOMETHING THAT IS OUT THERE AND DIFFERENT! not the standard will farrell, adam sandler, owen brothers BRAINLESS, SCRIPTLESS PABLUM! PLEASE PROVIDE A MOVIE THAT HAS A GREAT SCRIPT, WITH GREAT ACTORS, WHO SHOULD HAVE MORE SCREEN TIME. WE AS AN ADULT SOCIETY WOULD LIKE TO HAVE SOMETHING THAT IS BEYOND THE BOREFEST THAT HOLLYWOOD IS CURRENTLY PRODUCING. The current movies are simply product placement to produce money, and i for one am sick of product placement. Please put great quality movies like RockNRolla in Canadian theaters. Something that has grit and is different and unique, with actors that are not “product” but actors creating a great fantasy, which is what movie watching is all about. Gerard Butler is a great actor with lots of different rolls to his credit, which is what most of us want to see. Lots of different things out of actors not just one product. I would be first in line to see a movie of this type. THANKS. NORTH VANCOUVER BC CANADA. WHICH IS WHERE MANY OF THESE MOVIES ARE BEING FILMED. RIGHT IN OUR BACK YARDS. LETS SEE THEM ON THE BIG SCREEN!
August 14th, 2008 at 10:23 am
With a cast that includes Thandie Newton, Tom Wilkinson, Jeremy Piven and Gearard Butler this movie needs to be seen! Please consider a wider release for the Guy Ritchie come-back vehicle “Rock n Rolla.” It’s smart, sexy and funny. The buzz is there…we just need a theatre to watch it come to life! Thank you.
August 14th, 2008 at 8:52 am
I think Greard Butler and Guy Ritchie are awesome!! Please release RockNRolla in Pennsylvania!! We really want to see this movie too!
August 14th, 2008 at 8:28 am
HI I am a big big fan of Gerard Butler and Guy Ritchie. Gerard Butler is an AWESOME ACTOR. So versatile. He can do anything and he is amazing in it. And Guy Ritchie–he is a great director. I have seen Guy Ritchies films and they are outstanding. It would be sooo WRONG NOT to release this movie RockNRolla to the US. It would be a shame not to. I have seen the trailer and I am looking forward to seeing all the talented, wonderful actors in this film. So what if its a English film,big deal. It would be the same thing if the UK couldn’t get some of the US’ movies like the Dark Knight to show there cos its made in the US. Same difference. PLEASE PLEASE consider releasing it in the Chicago,IL area. Thank you
Chris Davis
South Elgin,IL,USA
August 14th, 2008 at 6:48 am
I am a great fan of Gerard Butler. Every movie he acted was great. Gerard knows how to change the emotions and his feeling when he is a character. So why not put RockNROLLA in more theatres????? Go Gerry, you rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 3:31 am
Please release RockNRolla in Minneapolis, MN!!! Im a big fan of Gerard Butler and Guy Ritchie, it would be wrong not to release this movie in the United States!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 3:09 am
Yes, please widen the release of ROCKNROLLA — I think it can do very well in large markets like L.A. and N.Y. because there’s an immediate fun and youthful element ROCK/THUGS right in the title that sells it to men and women under 25, and the smart crime caper with a twist that works well in smaller markets and with those over 25. Plus STAR POWER that sells everywhere and is a plus even if it’s sorta “British” (remember THE FULL MONTY success without stars) — it needs marketing money to play up the music, the visuals, the action, the romance(2 very appealing in Gerry and Thandie) to a wide audience who will only show up if they can find it.
August 14th, 2008 at 2:58 am
Why this movie shouldn’t be in theatre everywhere? It’s really unfair. I hope I won’t have this kind of problem here in Italy, I’m waiting for it since last year.
In every country people deserve to see a famous movie, here my support to all of them that love good movies, good actors and good directors!
Please give us the chance to see Rock N Rolla in ALL the theatres
Waiting to see it in Italy
thanks in advance
ciao everybody
August 14th, 2008 at 2:33 am
NO!!!NO!!!NO!!! I was SO looking forward to seeing this movie! And it is even coming out on my b-day!!! You can’t do this to me!!! I’ve been a huge fan of Gerry’s for a very long time and his movies are about the ONLY movies I go to see in the theatres. PLAY THE MOVIE IN ALL THEATRES!!!!!!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 1:17 am
As a fan of Gerard butler, I have been looking forward to RockNRolla since it was announced. I live in a large city, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, so I know I will be able to see it when it is released. But I know a lot of friends and GB fans who live in rural and small communities, who would have to travel hours to be able to see RockNRolla on the big screen. The movie definitely needs a wider release, to give everyone a chance to see a movie I believe could be a huge success. It has a great cast and director, is filmed and set in London. Some cast members have said, in interviews, that London is another cast member in the movie. I believe that will be a big draw with so many films these days being set in one city but filmed in another. This film has a lot going for it. Please consider a wider distribution and promotion.
August 14th, 2008 at 12:58 am
Please release Rock N Rolla in the U.S. as I’m sure it will be much better than most American films that are showing currently. Everyone knows that most British actors and actresses are better actors than Americans!! Hollywood chooses only handsome or beautiful faces and bodies, not truly skilled actors. The British have a long history of acting and many character actors.
Please release Rock N Rolla in U.S. theaters.
August 14th, 2008 at 12:54 am
If RocknRolla is anything near the movie Snatch is, WB is making a huge mistake by not releasing it to a wider audience. The ensemble cast itself will garner much attention…who can resist Gerard Butler, Jeremy Piven, Tom Wilkinson, Thandie Newton…the list goes on and on. And the fact is, Gerard Butler and Guy Ritchie have a big following in the U.S. Many people have been looking forward to this movie for over a year and now it’s like having the rug pulled out from under us. I sincerely hope WB releases RocknRolla to a wider audience. First rate films are always welcome.
August 14th, 2008 at 12:50 am
Please give RocknRolla a wide release in the USA, and don’t leave out Portland, Oregon. I love British humor and British movies in general. I have been following the progress of RocknRolla, and I found the trailer very funny. Why should we Americans miss out on what looks like a very entertaining movie? The British film industry does a wonderful job. In fact I think the American film industry could take lessons from the Brits. They have producted some of the finest films ever made. I can’t imagine having been denied some of my personal favorites: Atonement, Dear Frankie, Nuns On The Run, A Fish Called Wanda, Bridget Jones, Calendar Girls, Dr. Zhivago, the Harry Potter series; there are so many I could go on an on. With some quality advertising, I don’t see you going wrong giving RocknRolla a wide distribution in America.
August 13th, 2008 at 11:46 pm
Our two sons, now ages 25 and 22, have talked about “Lock, Stock, etc.” and “Snatch” for years - they absolutely love these two Guy Ritchie movies and would see “Rocknrolla” many times! Why is it that just the big blockbuster type movies are hyped and pushed all the time? It’s nice to have something different for a change. American people love “English” movies because the humor is great. Some of my very favorite movies are from the UK. Gerard Butler is a fantastic actor, as is Tom Wilkinson and all the others. I live in the Midwest and hope that you rethink your decision on limiting the number of screens for this movie. I also think you are underestimating the box office draw of Gerard Butler!
August 13th, 2008 at 11:44 pm
I am british and I sincerely want to see Rocknrolla in my hometown of Redlands, california.
I am a big fan of Gerard Butler. Please reconsider and put the movie in more theaters around USA.
Thanks.
Pamela
August 13th, 2008 at 11:10 pm
I have found that over the years most of the movies I have watched over and over have been British made films. What makes you think English made films will not do well here in the states?
If they do not do well it is only because they are not widely distributed or advertised by the
American studios and then when they are shown on HBO, etc they are very popular. “Rocknrolla” is a film I am looking forward to seeing and I hope that your policy does not prevent me from seeing it on the big screen. Please don’t let HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, etc prove that you are wrong in your opinion of the average American public. Give us a wide spread distribution of ROCKNROLLA.
August 13th, 2008 at 11:08 pm
Please release “RockNRolla” to a wlider distrubution area. As a fan of Gerard Butler, Guy Ritchie and and many other British Films it would be a shame not to be able to see this when released.
Thank-you
August 13th, 2008 at 10:51 pm
With less than wide release the box office returns will, of course be smaller, which will then be cited to justify a limited release. Catch 22.
There are many Butler and Ritchie fans who will pay and pay again if this film is shown in wide release, not to mention fans of the others in the cast. Don’t make us have to plan trips to a few major metropolitan areas or else wait for the DVD.
As to being “very English,” there have been many major hits that were “very English” over many years that people still watch and enjoy.
Please let all of us see RocknRolla.
August 13th, 2008 at 10:16 pm
I live in Windsor, Ontario. This cities shows are always busy, from the time they open until closing time. People here just love going to the show. I know when Gerard Butler’s P.S. I love you came out, it was very popular and I bet “RocknRolla” would be just as popular here. I would go see any movie that Gerard Butler is in.
August 13th, 2008 at 9:56 pm
I have been looking forward to seeing this movie. Please make it a wide release so all of the fans are able to go to the theatre to see RocknRolla. I really think it’s unusal plot and Guy Ritchie’s direction will be a fantastic movie to see. Of course, any Gerard Butler performance is worth seeing.
August 13th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Do a “test audience” preview in major cities..such as New York City, LA, Chicago, San Francisco etc and see what reaction the audience has to the film. Do the test earilier than the previews…like sometime in early Sept. The US is made up of a lot of diversity and nationalities. To say that the film is “Very English” is jumping to conclusions. I believe it should be tested to the audience. The paying public who go to films and see what results it can have. It has all the ingredients for a hit…Wit, humour, violence, action, A English version of “Pulp Fiction”….Hey, I think it can work!! Give it a chance…give it to the audience…..
There is a quote from a recent article on the bottom of this letter…My question is…I believe Americans will want to see this film because of the genre and because of the intelligent, witty script involved. There are many British and other nationalites living in the US that would love to see a film like this. As I said, I believe America is pretty diverse. Give the people a vote on it!! I am just like the disguntled English person who wrote the article below….and I Live in America!!
RocknRolla Too English For Warner Bros
August 13, 2008 - Filmonic
http://filmonic.com/rocknrolla-english-warner-bros
Guy Ritchie’s RocknRolla, starring Gerard Butler and Thandie Newton, is due for release by Warner Bros in October in the States. However, producer Joel Silver is out and about shopping it to studios such as Lionsgate and Sony Pictures. Why is this?
Being an English person I am a little disgruntled by the fact a movie is considered a ‘weak calf’ just because it is English. Are Gerard Butler and Thandie Newton not big enough actors in the States to promote a film? Or is this a case of the big movie studio thinking the American public won’t be interested in a film not set in America with American actors, when in fact they may be?
August 13th, 2008 at 9:31 pm
I live in West Virginia, and I want to see “Rocknrolla” at my theatre in Huntington! I have looked forward to this film since last summer! I really want to see Gerard Butler in a crime/drama/comedy in modern times. I want to see London with its subculture of crooks and ne’er-do-wells… I have ordered the soundtrack of the movie on pre-order, and it looks like a very eclectic group of artists. I have watched both trailers, and I thought they were fantastic! the rhythm and excitement got my adrenolin pumping..and with Gerard Butler at the helm of the ensemble cast…what could be better? Studios can sometimes make or break a film through marketing…but to simply not give it the best you have is terrible. Warners gave us “Phantom of the Opera” and “300″…both starred talented Gerard Butler. I read a review in a British magazine which I usually agree with, and they think that “Rocknolla” is very good! How can you deny all of us fans of British movies..and of Gerard Butler..the chance to see this film in theatres? Please forget th elimited release..it’s the kiss of death to a movie–and give us a wide release on October 8. You still have time. Get the stars to go on press junkets early…rev up excitement. Guy Ritchie has been in the news for the great “Rocknolla” turnout at Comic-Con, as well as his tabloid features concerning his wife. The fanboys and girls loved it at Comic-Con, and LOVED Gerard Butler!!!! {lease don’t deny us the poeasure of watching it! We want to see “Rocknrolla”!
August 13th, 2008 at 9:27 pm
I have been seeing this movie advertised on the entertainment shows, and was looking forward to its release. Why tease everyone with tidbits, if it is not intended for a wide release. Come on, we’ve been waiting.
August 13th, 2008 at 9:19 pm
You have got to be kiddin me that “RocknRolla” is only going to be seen in only very few theatre because its to “English”. I have been waiting for a year to see this movie to come out, I have to my family and friends about it and watch the clips on it. I even have the date circle on the calendar to when it is soppose to be in the theatre. And now you are saying that there is a really good chance that here in “CENTRAL MISSOURI” I may not get to see my favorite actor. How wrong is that??? I love “English” movies, the sad thing is that most the time I have to wait to buy them on DVD because they are not shown in the theatre… Warner Bro do you realize that if you would show them in the theatre people well go see them!!!! Dear Frankie is one of my favorite movies, I watch alot of BBC American…. SO PLEASE DO ALL OF US WHO ARE FANS OF NOT ONLY “ENGLISH” MOVIES BUT “GERARLD BUTLER” SHOW “ROCKnROLLA” IN THE THEATRE!
August 13th, 2008 at 9:12 pm
My family & I would like to see this movie very much, we are fans of Gerard Butler!! We also live in a very small village about 2 & 1/2 hours North of Detroit, MI. Please make this movie available in our area. Thank You!
August 13th, 2008 at 9:08 pm
I love “English Films” and I love Guy Ritchie films, I think its ignorant of Warner Bros. to assume that American audiences won’t want to see an “English Film”. I love foreign films and those that make it here to the U.S. are special because they give us a foreign perspective. They truly are a change of pace and flavor. I can’t wait to see Rocknrolla. I hope it will garner a larger release on Oct. 8th.
August 13th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
I personally and I’m sure quite a bit of my friends would be more than a little disappointed not to be able to see this film on the large screen. Please consider releasing it in more than the scant number of cities you plan to. I live in Charlottesville Virginia, a college town, and it would certainly go over very well in this town as I’m sure many others. Looking forward to seeing it..
Thank-you, Lorraine Walters
August 13th, 2008 at 8:32 pm
I live in San Diego and I would love to see “RocknRolla” in a wide release. I’m a huge fan of Gerard Butler and I really love Guy Ritchie films. I love “English” movies!
August 13th, 2008 at 8:29 pm
I am so looking forward to seeing Rocknrolla. The cast is full of very talented actors . It looks like a very entertaining movie. Please promote the hell out of this movie?
August 13th, 2008 at 8:20 pm
My dear Warner Brothers..to English? PLEASE…You can make up something better than that…I mean really, if you follow that thinking Harry Potter should have died in theatres long ago. I know the economy is hard but please give the American movie going public more credit than what you have eluded to in this article. Or shall I name other films based on English storylines that were popular in the US? If you did not want to give it a better release, why did you finance it in the first place? Obviously there is something about this movie that had you excited up until just after Comiccon. Be honest, but leave us this last drivel. We are not stupid, and when push comes to shove…we do pay for the ticket.
August 13th, 2008 at 8:14 pm
I really don’t understand the limited release of “ROCKNROLLA’. After all this is a Guy Ritchie film and with the success of “300″ you would think the movies that he had directed would be in wider release. Makes no sense tome.
August 13th, 2008 at 7:56 pm
I live in Austin, Tx. I know if people would have a chance to see this movie, it would do well; this is a college town, and one that is movie lovin’. If the producers were smart, they would give this movie some meaningful ads, and it would take off. With such stars as Gerald Butler and with Guy Ritchie’s success in a similar “Lock, Stock” movie, how could it miss? This movie should have a chance to be seen and appreciated!
August 13th, 2008 at 7:19 pm
I live in the state of Delaware (formerly lived in NJ) and have always been a fan of English movies. I find their humor extremely entertaining. Also, their story lines are often more original than many of the American “same old, same old” plots. One reason many of the English movies often do not do well is because they are not marketed, many people just don’t know they exist. A perfect example of this was “Dear Frankie” was highly regarded by many critics but was not marketed broadly. Guy Ritchie’s “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels” and “Snatch” were fun to watch. Please give “RocknRolla” a decent promotion and I’m sure more people will be encouraged to see it. Thank you!
August 13th, 2008 at 7:17 pm
I for one would love to see RocknRolla have a wide release in the U.S. British films have done very well in the US in recent years. Why a good many British actors staring in British films are nominaterd each year at Oscar time and I think that says a lot about audiences in the States who enjoy British films. Brideshead Revisited has received excellent reviews as has a lot of other films. I’m an American but I love the British sense of humor and after seeing Comic Con I would be terribly disappointed to have to wait for the DVD release.
RocknRolla has several Americans along with British actors and I think it would be shame to not show Guy Ritchie’s film, which promises to be a blast, to a wide American audience.
Thank you for your consideration.
August 13th, 2008 at 7:11 pm
I am anxiously awaiting release of this film. Please consider giving it wide distribution.
I am a fan of Gerard Butler and Guy Ritchie as well.
Thank you.
August 13th, 2008 at 7:06 pm
With Guy Ritchie returning to his roots (Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch), this promises to be one of the better pictures of the year. Why on Earth the studio won’t commit to a more ambitious release is absolutely beyond me! It’s completely inexcusable. It deseves a far wider release than currently planned.
August 13th, 2008 at 7:05 pm
The world is divided into two groups. Those who know and whose who don’t know. Those who know are no problem.Those who don’t know are also divided into 2 groups.Those who don’t know and those who know they don’t know Well they can learn Then finally there are those who don’t know they don’t know.They become the people who will not let this wonderful film in more places of entertainment. Learn and let more people enjoy the talents of fine actors of RocknRolla.
August 13th, 2008 at 7:01 pm
I live in Canada and hope that we get to see this movie in our theaters!
August 13th, 2008 at 7:00 pm
Warner Bros. PLEASE give RocknRolla a WIDE release!! My husband & I have been greatly anticipating seeing this movie. I can’t believe you think it is too “English” for the US. Give us more credit here in the US we love “English” movies. With Guy Ritchie and especially Gerard Butler plus Thandie Newton and the rest of the cast of great actors how can you go wrong? Gerard has a very large pull and fan base in case you haven’t figured that out from “300″ here in the US and we all WANT to see this movie in a wide release with the marketing & publicity it deserves. Give it a chance!! It will do much better than you expect! We always see Gerard’s movies at least 3 times while in the Theater not just once. We want to see him & this Guy Ritchie movie and made plans to see it many times while in the Theater on the big screen. I am very disappointed that I may not be able to see it. I live in a small City in Southern California so I won’t be able to see it if there is not a wide release. Please reconsider and give us credit in the US for being intelligent people who know a good “English” movie when we see it!! The trailer just made us want to see it more. Thank You.
August 13th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
Come on Warner Bros . . . there are so many fans of Guy Ritchie, Gerard Butler and the rest of the cast waiting for this movie! I was at ComicCon and saw the RNR trailer and the panel, both were very entertaining. The crowd went wild when they were announced. I cannot wait to see it on the big screen . . . where it deserves to be seen. Please give it a chance and a wide release.
Barbara
August 13th, 2008 at 6:23 pm
RocknRolla ~ many, many people are anticipating this film. There is solid anticipation in that theater goers are eager to see a humorous film in these tough economic times… NOT some film based on what they already see on their TV tubes. RocknRolla has excellent actors, including 300 star Gerard Butler, who by the way has a huge fan base that continues to grow, and it is a film by Guy Richie who did Snatch. Americans are eager to see this film based on their previous film experience with Snatch ~ a wild, enjoyable, fun ride! You may be concerned about the “Englishness” of this film, however there is no need to be concerned in that direction. In a global world and with many Americans aged 20, 30. or 40 something we are quite comfortable with is English humor, thoroughly enjoy it, and have been for years with the likes of Monty Python, Fawlty Towers, BlackAdder, Are You Being Served?, and yes, even Stan Laurel of Laurel and Hardy. The many aspects that RocknRolla has ~ excellent actors, humor, intrigue, twists and turns ~ theater goers do not wish to miss out on. Many Americans are looking forward to seeing RocknRolla. The loss would be greatly disappointing for many if they are not able to see this film in wide distribution. We don’t want to miss out, and I do not think you will either! I sincerely hope that you will set this film for wide distribution and promotion. Thank you. All the Best, Beth
August 13th, 2008 at 6:17 pm
I want RocknRolla to be released in my city. Any film by the famous Guy Ritchie should be widely released. The celebrities involved in this film, in particular, Gerard Butler, deserve to have the publicity that wide release will allow. The fact that this is an English film should not have any bearing on the range of it’s release.
Please release this film more widely so that everyone who loves this film and these celebrities will be able to see it and would not have to travel long distances to see it.
Thank You
August 13th, 2008 at 6:04 pm
I am from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada and am a BIG Gerard Butler fan. I am always encouraging friends to see his movies. I think it would be a great loss if the film was not played in more theatres in Canada and the US. They did the same with Shattered (Butterfly on a Wheel). I did rent the movie and I thought it was a great one and many people missed out on that one.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:53 pm
I’m from Brazil. I’d like to see Rocknrolla in my country in the same occasion that it will be in the USA and England. With great actors including Gerard Butler and Guy Richie as the director, this movie will be a big success. I can’t wait to see it. Thank you.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
I am looking forward to seeing Rocknrolla and was very disappointed when I read that Warner Bros. has decided to give this movie a very limited release. Those of us in NJ and so many across the US want to see this movie on the big screen. With Gerard Butler as the lead, along with the other talented actors, this movie will be a great success. Please don’t underestimate its appeal in this county, and consider giving Rocknrolla a wide release. Thank you.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:39 pm
I find it really shocking that someone would use the excuse that a film is too “English” for a wider release. That is almost borderlining on bigotry to me. That is like saying a film is too African or too Chinese or too Spanish for a release. I think if you are going to find a reason not to release this film, you had better come up with a better one than that. This is a ridiculous way to say that you are not wanting to market something that isn’t mainstream. So sad. I am still going to see this movie no matter what.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
Don’t cut the change of seeing this film down to a few theaters that will be only in parts of the US many of us don’t live. We in the plains of Kansas want the chance to see Gerry in RocknRolla. Comic Con gave this movie great press and there are so many out there that want to view it on the big screen.
Please let RocknRolla be seen by more than the few who will see it on a limited release.
The brilliant actors, Gerry being the headliner, deserve a change to have their work seen. Guy Richie has put his all into this film, which let’s us see a part of life we had no idea existed.
Please take into consideration all we ask for is a chance to see Gerry work his craft that he does so well, up on the big screen. Gerard Butler deserves that chance.
Thank you for your time.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:24 pm
WE THE FANS NEED THIS FILM ROCKNROLLA IN WIDE RELEASE. PLEASE CONSIDER THIS.
RESPECTFULLY, SHERRY SICILIA
August 13th, 2008 at 5:13 pm
What can I say? I hope RocknRolla will be out in many cinemas as it the hard and brilliant work of many actors and an extra-ordinary director. Morevover as fans of Gerry and his brilliant work we want to see his work.
I am Maltese and I have this problem too that not all films are shown in Malta.
So please Warner Brothers send the film in many countries including Malta too and it woun;t be disappointing not only because Gerry has so many fans but even because it is a good story, the actors are brilliant and so is the director.
Thank you
August 13th, 2008 at 5:10 pm
I think its a shame that Warners Bros doesn’t have any idea how widely popular this movie can be. I am reminded of the fact they didn’t promote Gerry’s film Phantom of the Opera like they should have. 300 was such a success and RocknRolla will be just as successful. I would certainly pay to see this one in the theater. I love watching the shows from Great Britan and I am convinced they are done so much better than American tv and movies. I sure hope they will do the right thing and release this film to a wider audience. They won’t regret it.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:09 pm
I would be pushing for this even if it didn’t have Gerry Butler in it. I think it’s about time we got to see more movies that are entertaining AND intelligent.. for a change! Warner you really ought to think long and hard about this. Don’t insult the country by implying it’s too smart to sell!
August 13th, 2008 at 5:01 pm
Dear Warner,
I have a hard time believing that the studio would take it upon themselves to decide what humor we Americans can see and understand. With Gerard Butler, Thandi Newton, among other talented actors and Ritchie’s special skill this movie will probably make more money on a wider release than you think. Please give it a chance!
August 13th, 2008 at 4:46 pm
I saw Guy’s movie “Lock Stock” it was hysterical. Come on, the British have fantastic humor. I love to watch BBC because their shows are always sharp, bawdy, bright and funny. Please let us all see “Rock n Rolla”. Let Gerard Butler’s movies be shown in the US. I had to travel far to see “Beowulf and Grendel” - (loved it) and I had to wait until “Dear Frankie” came out on DVD. Both movies were great. My friends and I will be waiting.
August 13th, 2008 at 4:37 pm
Dear Warner Bros. Please expand the release of RocknRolla in the US! Believe me, we get… “English”.
thank you ~
August 13th, 2008 at 4:24 pm
I can’t believe that we may miss out on this movie in wide release. I have my whole office and my family waiting patiently for it’s release. Give me a break Warner!! I don’t think you realize the appeal Gerry Butler has. Just check out his many fan sites. That audience alone should make you rethink your reluctance to release in more theathers.
August 13th, 2008 at 4:23 pm
Please let those of us who are Gerard Butler fans be able to see this film. I read an article that indicated that “no A-list names were in the movie to draw viewers” I disagree. If Butler is not already on the A-list he is well on his way! Big mistake if you don’t open wide!
August 13th, 2008 at 4:22 pm
I would absolutely love to see RocknRolla. Gerard Butler has become one of my favorite actors and he looks fabulous is the clips I’ve seen of the movie. Warner Bros. saying the movie is too British??? Hmmm and what was Harry Potter?? Frankly, the British make some of the better movies in the industry. Please give the movie a wider release!
August 13th, 2008 at 4:11 pm
I have been a big fan of all of Gerard Butler’s work since his eralier days. I wish that RocknRolla would be released more widely through out the US. He has gotten some majopr attention after the realease of 300, and this is the next in what I hope will be a good run of action flicks for Gerry. He has such screen presence, it would be a shame to limit showing one of his projects here in the states! From what I have read, this movie would be a box office hit!
August 13th, 2008 at 4:11 pm
I have been waiting to see GB’s next movie - RocknRolla - and would surely hope the Tampa FL area would be one of the places it would be shown. How can anyopne say a movie is “too British” or too anything? How British was “300″ and look what happended with that - and it was a WB release! Please let us fans of Gerry be able to see this film! Thanks.
August 13th, 2008 at 4:09 pm
Why in the world would RockNRolla is only to be given a limited release? Let’s see, we have a great director in Guy Ritchie and we have a cast that includes Gerry Butler (remember 300?), Jeremy Piven, Thandie Newton, Tom Wilkinson, Idris Elba, & Ludicris. Why in the world would anyone think this movie shouldn’t be given a wide release? We are continually given trash movies that don’t require an ounce of thought, and yet when a potentially fun and action filled film comes along, it is deemed “too British”. This is very sad indeed.
I understand that WB is in the business of making money, but I’ve often wondered if smaller scale films would make money if they were only given half a chance to be seen by more than a few people. There are a lot of really smart people that crave intelligent, well made movies, it’s just that we don’t get to see them very often.<