The tedious new sci-fi survival adventure is poisoned by a feeling that Will and Jaden are working through some father/son stuff, and that we've been asked to pay to watch them do it — because they are the Smiths, such magnificent creatures. It's a weird, indulgent, embarrassing waste of $130 million. And your 13 bucks.
Combine an absolutely bonkers interview for New York magazine's new cover story with some of Will and Jaden's other recent appearances ahead of this weekend's "blockbuster" release, and we're learning a little more about what it's like to be a part of the Smith father-son duo.
Today in celebrity news: Sean Parker's fantasy Game of Thrones wedding plans progress, Prince Harry is in the East making everyone tingly, and Jaden Smith wants out.
Today in celebrity news: The Encino Man is losing all his Mummy treasures, the royals head to the Swiss Alps for a wedding, and CNN is still looking for a morning host.
Today in show business news: A new trailer has Big Willie Style and Little Willie Style stranded, Eliza Dushku is returning to TV, and Taylor Swift is forever.
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