Sunday, February 26th, 2006
Jessica Simpson Dines at N.M. Gov. Mansion
Jessica Simpson Dines at N.M. Gov. Mansion Saturday February 25, 2006 8:01 PM SANTA FE, N.M. ( AP) – Jessica Simpson took a break from filming her latest movie to dine with Gov. Bill Richardson, his wife and others at the governor's mansion.
Oscar's foreign films make strange bedfellows
By Arthur Spiegelman Los Angeles – You've got Palestinian suicide bombers, young men about to explode in a South African shantytown, Nazis, Italian incest victims and World War One soldiers.
Retirement dream wins no Oscars for its owners
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Song about pimp among Oscar nominees
The song, called 'It's Hard Out Here for a Pimp,' is from the movie 'Hustle&Flow,' the story of a pimp who aspires to a singing career.
Lorraine | Bar Academy, Liverpool – February 27 2006
Arts Music Sony Corporation February 26 2006 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT (UK) February 26 2006 UEA Norwich Academy Bristol Box Office: 0117 929 9008 Hammersmith Apollo London The X Factor Live …
Leguizamo to Open Alaska 'Ice Age' Park
How often does Fairbanks, Alaska, have a Hollywood star coming here – in wintertime?'' said Dick Brickley, chairman of Ice Alaska, sponsor of the annual World Ice Art Championships kicking off Tuesday.
Rob Reiner Takes Leave From Commission
Rob Reiner Takes Leave From Commission Saturday February 25, 2006 6:46 PM SACRAMENTO, Calif. (
Bruce Willis takes on hairy subjects
NEW YORK – It's not easy being Bruce Willis. Magazines print unflattering stories and pictures of you. Critics take delight in ripping your films to shreds.
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Sunday, February 26th, 2006
Rob Reiner Takes Leave From Commission
Rob Reiner Takes Leave From Commission Saturday February 25, 2006 6:46 PM SACRAMENTO, Calif. (
Capote screenwriter Futterman declares himself humbled by Oscar nomination
Capote screenwriter Futterman declares himself humbled by Oscar nomination Actor Dan Futterman in New York Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2006. ( AP/Aaron Jackson) DOUGLAS J.
The latest on that Bloodsport sequel
Sheldon Lettitch, writer/director of the forthcoming "Bloodsport : A New Beginning", offered VanDammeFan.com an update on the sequel to the 1986 classic.
Spider-Man's 'dark side' revealed
Spider-Man has spun himself new threads.
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Radio: have playlists changed since 1990?
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Oscar and the Lady in Pink – with Angela Lansbury – to Play Geffen Playhouse
As previously reported, Angela Lansbury will return to the stage in a limited engagement of Oscar and the Lady in Pink.
Corwin sees new spirit at Oscars
By Bob Tourtellotte He's a legendary master of old-time radio drama, but 95 year-old Norman Corwin has a thing or two to say about the movies, starting with what he called a new sense of moviemaking that challenges convention. '
New Daredevil 2 casting rumour
Seems pretty unlikely, not because the guy's not a good actor, he is, but just because it's such a big gamble for FOX.
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Saturday, February 25th, 2006
Hollywood prepares more 'Batman,' 'Superman' sequels: reports (AFP via Yahoo! News)
Hollywood's Warner Bros. studios is reportedly preparing to make sequels of its remakes of its hit superhero franchises "Batman" and "Superman."
Development 'threatens view of Hollywood sign' (Irish Examiner)
City leaders and environmentalists in Los Angeles who fear a new development will spoil the iconic view of the Hollywood sign are battling to raise $6m to save the famous scene.
Call me Big W: Hollywood star (Gulf Times)
MUMBAI: Hollywood star Will Smith declared himself a huge fan of the Bollywood movie industry and demanded he be called Big W in homage to India’s most famous actor.
Hollywood PrivacyWatch: Jake Gyllenhaal Back On The Big Brown Ones (Defamer)
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Report Reveals Planet Hollywood Projected Numbers (Rolling Good Times)
PHILADELPHIA – As reported by the Philadelphia Inquirer: "Planet Hollywood's proposed casino on the riverfront would generate between $23 million and $60 million in gambling tax revenue for the federal, state and city governments in its first year, and generate at least 2,300 jobs, according to an economic-impact report made public yesterday.
A tale as old as time — the Hollywood road movie (NorthJersey.com)
It's as old as Homer and as new as a Hummer. It's the quest tale, the hero or heroine's series of tests, a journey of discovery. Or, as Hollywood calls it, "the road picture."
Hollywood Mike to jam with Rusty (Townsville Bulletin)
THE streets of Bowen could soon be lined with red carpet, with the Hollywood spotlight now focused on the coastal community. The North Queensland town may be the setting for part of Aussie director Baz Luhrmann's untitled epic starring Oscar winners Russell Crowe and Nicole Kidman.
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Saturday, February 25th, 2006
India-Nepal Internet Match Has Hollywood Ending
Finding a life partner through Yahoo! Messenger isn't something that only happens in movies — it happened to me in real life. After graduating high school, I enrolled in a computer class.
Oscar nominee Matt Dillon rides high on movies that matter
Oscar nominee Matt Dillon rides high on movies that matter The New York actor calls from Los Angeles while driving to the Oscar nominee luncheon, still radiating heat from the Best Supporting Actor Oscar nod for Crash. '
Recording Academy To Honor Green Day
Arts Music SAN FRANCISCO, CA Friday Feb.24.2006 /netmusiccountdown.com/ — After winning three Grammys and countless other awards, Green Day is about to be honored again.Next month, the Bay area …
Taylor Marks Birthday With New Orleans Gift
Taylor Marks Birthday With New Orleans Gift Friday February 24, 2006 3:16 AM AP Photo NY126 LOS ANGELES (AP) – Elizabeth Taylor will ring in her 74th birthday Monday with a gift worth several hundred thousand dollars. Only it isn't for her.
Anne Hathaway will get 'Knocked Up'
BY ETHAN AAMES The Hollywood Reporter reports that Anne Hathaway will join Judd Apatow's ('The 40 Year Old Virgin,' 'Anchorman') next comedy, 'Knocked Up,' which will also star Seth Rogen, Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann.
Jon Stewart's Oscar Zen
Oscar statuette takes shape. Quick clips with Matthew Fox, Patrick Dempsey and more. Post-win moments with George Clooney, Felicity Huffman and others.
Blog: Stars Sing Their Way to Oscar Nods
Blog: Stars Sing Their Way to Oscar Nods Friday February 24, 2006 3:46 PM AP writers are covering the scene as Hollywood gets ready for its big night on March 5.
Dark days ahead for Spider-Man
Arts Film Back in black The first teaser poster for 'Spider-Man 3' has hit the net, and it features Peter Parker dropping his traditional red and blue suit in favour of a slinky black number.Fans …
Brad Renfro Pleads Guilty to Drug Charge
Renfro was given three years probation and must enter a drug rehabilitation program under a law that allows people convicted of nonviolent drug possession to receive treatment instead of jail time.
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Saturday, February 25th, 2006
A tale as old as time — the Hollywood road movie (NorthJersey.com)
It's as old as Homer and as new as a Hummer. It's the quest tale, the hero or heroine's series of tests, a journey of discovery. Or, as Hollywood calls it, "the road picture."
Development 'threatens view of Hollywood sign' (Irish Examiner)
City leaders and environmentalists in Los Angeles who fear a new development will spoil the iconic view of the Hollywood sign are battling to raise $6m to save the famous scene.
Hollywood prepares more 'Batman,' 'Superman' sequels: reports (AFP via Yahoo! News)
Hollywood's Warner Bros. studios is reportedly preparing to make sequels of its remakes of its hit superhero franchises "Batman" and "Superman."
Report Reveals Planet Hollywood Projected Numbers (Rolling Good Times)
PHILADELPHIA – As reported by the Philadelphia Inquirer: "Planet Hollywood's proposed casino on the riverfront would generate between $23 million and $60 million in gambling tax revenue for the federal, state and city governments in its first year, and generate at least 2,300 jobs, according to an economic-impact report made public yesterday.
Hollywood PrivacyWatch: Jake Gyllenhaal Back On The Big Brown Ones (Defamer)
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Maclaine Hollywood Ignores Older Filmgoers (ContactMusic)
Acting veteran SHIRLEY MacLAINE has blasted Hollywood studios for not making enough movies for the elder filmgoers. The TERMS OF ENDEARMENT star, 7
Drag-dressing director to clean up Hollywood (Sydney Morning Herald)
In happier times … Lee Tamahori at the London premiere of Die Another Day. James Bond filmmaker Lee Tamahori has been sentenced to three years' probation and ordered to help clean up Hollywood after being arrested in drag during a prostitution swoop.
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Friday, February 24th, 2006
Seven Swords (Qi Jian)
Seven Swords (Qi Jian)Details: 2005, Rest of the world, 153 mins, Dir: Hark Tsui What our users thought us a review or other users' reviews. ( )
Mozart&the Whale
By Sheri Linden Bottom line: Strong performances anchor this low-key romantic drama. SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Strong performances anchor this low-key romantic drama about two people with Asperger syndrome.
Lucky Number Slevin
Arts Film Lucky Number SlevinDetails: 2006, USA, Drama/Thriller, 109 mins, Dir: Paul McGuiganUK release: 24 February 2006 With: , Josh Hartnett, Morgan Freeman ReviewsPeter Bradshaw: The clotted …
Running Scared
By Michael Rechtshaffen Bottom line: Kramer's searingly excessive sophomore effort may be bolder, but it's no Cooler.
Forgiving Dr. Mengele
Directed and produced by Bob Hercules and Cheri Pugh. A First Run release. Documentary. English- and German-language; subtitled. Unrated. Running time: 79 min. Can you really forgive your torturer?
Penguins Gone Wild
Given the dreadful reviews 'The Pink Panther' received, we were not surprised to receive a desperate call from Inspector Jacques Clouseau's agent, begging us to find a suitable vehicle, or, failing that, any vehicle, for the ace French detective.
The Murderous Seductress Is Back
was just a taunt and not a question about whether she had violated some anti-smoking law. Skip to next paragraph Gerard Julien/AFP — Getty Images Sharon Stone promoted 'Basic Instinct 2' at last year's Cannes International Film Festival.
Lucky Number Slevin
There's a certain school of filmmaking that says the more convoluted the plot, the better. And Paul McGuigan's Lucky Number Slevin has just gone top of the class.
Capote
Capote is the most magnificently unsympathetic figure. What our users thought us a review or other users' reviews. Related articles18.2.06: 3.2.06: 15.1.
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Friday, February 24th, 2006
Tamahori charges dropped, ordered to clean up Hollywood
By Belinda McCammon New Zealand film director Lee Tamahori has been ordered to help clean-up Hollywood after striking a plea bargain deal which saw solicitation and loitering charges against him dropped.
Latest Apple Rumors Include Full-Length Movie Downloads
By [270 Reads] [0 Posts] It's fun to speculate. In fact, many people do a good job of making a living off of doing so. In the land of speculation, no subject is more talked about or dreamt about than good ole' Apple.
Multiplex rues Wembley curse
Multiplex has also been forced into talks with its banks and insurers after breaching lending covenants.
Multiplex woes spur bank talks
Multiplex wrote off $250.7 million after tax on the Wembley project, with the latest completion date on the stadium being May 1.
Hail this, Hollywood
Hollywood's the takedown of a major server on the eDonkey file-sharing network, seized by Swiss and Belgian police for allegedly sharing copyrighted material. You'll excuse me for not clapping.
Only in Hollywood by Ruben V. Nepales : Cheryl Burke pines for 'sinigang'
By Ruben V.
Spielberg confirms 'Indiana Jones 4'
London, Feb 23 : Two-time Oscar winning director Steven Spielberg will start shooting the fourth instalment of the 'Indiana Jones' movie later this year.
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Friday, February 24th, 2006
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'Dirty'
'Dirty' by Benjamin StrongFebruary 21st, 2006 2:48 PM Dirty Directed by Chris Fisher Silver Nitrate, opens February 24 Considering the stock quality of the insights that the cop drama Dirty has to offer us about Los Angeles (e.g., '
'Final Destination 3'
Plot: Set six years after the original 'Final Destination' film, the latest installment in the series centers around a high school senior who has a premonition of a fatal roller coaster accident involving herself and all her friends.
Running Scared
By Michael Rechtshaffen Bottom line: Kramer's searingly excessive sophomore effort may be bolder, but it's no Cooler.
Cowboy del Amor
By Frank Scheck Bottom line: The film doesn't quite manage to sustain interest for the duration of its 86-minute running time.
Running Scared
Cast: Paul Walker, Cameron Bright, Vera Farmiga, Chazz Palminteri, Johnny Messner, Alex Neuberger, Karel Roden, Ivana Milicevic Director: Wayne Kramer Screenplay: Wayne Kramer Cinematography: Jim Whitaker Music: Mark Isham U.S.
'Freedomland'
Veteran detective Lorenzo Council is assigned to investigate the case, and despite reservations about Brenda's story, he launches an all-out search for the abducted boy.
Capote
Philip Seymour Hoffman gives an exceptional impersonation of writer/personality Truman Capote in this considered, serious biopic.
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Friday, February 24th, 2006
Tamahori ordered to clean-up Hollywood (Stuff)
New Zealand film director Lee Tamahori has been ordered to help clean-up Hollywood after striking a plea bargain deal which saw solicitation and loitering charges against him dropped.
Rabbi and Wife Struck by Car While Leaving Hollywood Synagogue (First Coast News)
HOLLYWOOD, FL (AP) — Hollywood police say a driver ran a red light striking a Rabbi and his wife as they left a synagogue. Detectives say 48-year-old Allen Saks and 45-year-old Annette Saks were crossing a street shortly before 7 last night when they were hit.
Tamahori sentenced in Hollywood (TVNZ)
New Zealand filmmaker Lee Tamahori has been sentenced to three years' probation and ordered to help clean up Hollywood after he was arrested in drag during a prostitution swoop.
Cher buys 2-story condo in West Hollywood towers (San Jose Mercury News)
Make room on the marquee for Cher, the latest celebrity to buy a condo in the 32-story Sierra Towers. The Oscar-winning actress (“Moonstruck,'' 1987) has purchased a $4.5 million unit in the West Hollywood building. Producer David Geffen called the unit home about 10 years ago. It has been sold a few times since he lived there.
Academy Awards Has Hollywood Buzzing, but the Mosquito Awards Has the Bite (PR Web)
The Oscars may have Hollywood buzzing but the top news story of the day is the Mosquito Awards™, your chance to nominate your biggest gripes about little annoyances that bite you in the backside for this year’s Top Frustrations awards. [PRWEB Feb 23, 2006]
Hollywood portrayal of gladiators is schlock and gore: scientists (AFP via Yahoo! News)
Hollywood's take on gladiatorial combat as a bloodbath in which no holds were barred is an insult to history, say scientists, who believe the fighters of ancient Rome played by a clear set of rules.
Marriage possible between Hollywood, B'wood (Express India)
Actor Will Smith said he envisions closer ties between Hollywood and Bollywood, saying he wants to work with some of the country's leading actors and actresses.
Hollywood Poker Star James Woods Places 24th in 2006 Los Angeles Poker Classic (Market Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
Hollywood Poker (http://www.hollywoodpoker.com), where the stars come to play, is pleased to announce that Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award winner James Woods placed 24th in the 2006 Los Angeles Poker Classic held at the Commerce Casino. The four-day event began on Thursday, February 16 with a $10,000 buy-in.
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