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Talking with Frank Grillo from
THE GREY
In theatres is the next Liam Neeson film THE GREY. It is the story of Ottway (Neeson) who survives a plane crash in the wilderness and fights to get home to his wife. Along with other survivors they make there way through the cold, snow and ice to find help.
Along with Neeson is one of his co-stars Frank Grillo who plays Diaz. Grillo has been seen in such films as “Warrior” and “Minority Report” with Tom Cruise. His resume is filled with roles on television with “Breakout Kings”, “The Gates”, and “Law and Order SVU” just to name a few.
Can you talk about the film with viewers and the intensity we see from the trailers?
Grillo: It was a blast minus 25 degrees! A very cool group of tough guys.
Where was the film shot?
Grillo: It was shot in British Columbia actually.
What was it like to work with Liam Neeson?
Grillo: He is awesome…it was a dream for me as I’ve always been a huge fan.
We are great friends.
How did you train to deal with the extreme elements?
Grillo: I boxed for three months every day and visited several prisons in New York.
I needed to be in great cardio shape.
Did you actually work with some real wolves or was it all computer animated?
Grillo: Yes, real wolves. There were a few animated ones as well.
Were you at all worried about the wolves?
Grillo: Wolves are fairly timid and well trained. It was more of a concern not
to hurt them.
How do you feel about your character in THE GREY?
Grillo: He is a bad guy. I’m a father of three sons! I do like to fight though. In the ring
or on the mat but not like my character.
Why should viewers see THE GREY?
Grillo: I want to shout out to Cena for seeing THE GREY early and for telling
people to go see it. THE GREY is Liam Neeson at his best with lots of action and
thrills. That’s why I think everyone will like it.
THE GREY is getting good reviews
Grillo: Great reviews, yes, and we’re very excited about it. Plus, you get to
Watch what happens when I challenge Liam to a fight! You will be on
The edge of your seat, I can promise that.
Thanks for your time Frank and for sharing your thoughts about wrestling and THE GREY, which is in theatres this Friday!
AMC'S HIT SERIES IS BACK
THE WALKING DEAD
Season Two
GAME OF THRONES
Who will bend their knee?
OPENING THIS WEEK IN THEATRES!
Wanderlust
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IN THE YEMEN
ACT OF VALOR
About ACT OF VALOR
When the rescue of a kidnapped CIA operative leads to the discovery of a deadly terrorist plot against the U.S., a team of SEALs is dispatched on a worldwide manhunt. As the valiant men of Bandito Platoon race to stop a coordinated attack that could kill and wound thousands of American civilians, they must balance their commitment to country, team and their families back home.
'Act of Valor' uses active duty U.S. Navy Seals as actors. The characters they play are fictional, but the weapons and tactics used are real.
'Act of Valor' hits theaters February 17, 2012
This week I'll be interviewing the directors off the film and will post it directly after!
Brit Marling, San Diego Film Critics Society's 2011 winner
Best Actress for ANOTHER EARTH is bringing us another work of art with
SOUND OF MY VOICE
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