‘Twilight’ Sequels in the Works?
Posted by admin on Nov 18, 2008
More of Stephenie Meyer’s vampire novels might materialize in theaters.
The studio behind ‘Twilight’ has already made a move to develop sequels to the highly anticipated vampire flick.
The Hollywood Reporter says Summit Entertainment has acquired the rights to the next three tales in author Stephenie Meyer’s romantic bloodsucker saga: ‘New Moon,’ ‘Eclipse’ and ‘Breaking Dawn.’ ‘Twilight’ ... read more
Sarah Jessica Parker Planning a Romantic Return to the Big Screen?
Posted by admin on Oct 31, 2008
Is Sarah Jessica Parker planning to come back to the big screen to play a New York City woman in love?
According to Variety, yes! Sarah Jessica is in negotiations to star in a Marc Lawrence romantic comedy alongside romantic-comedy veteran Hugh Grant, says the paper.
The film, which has not yet been titled, will reportedly have the duo playing a high-powered couple from New York, who strike some ill luck when they witness a murder and are sent off to a Wyoming ... read more
ET: Brad Pitt To Take On ‘The Odyssey’
Posted by admin on Oct 19, 2008
The Iliad worked out fine for Brad Pitt, so why not ‘The Odyssey?’ Brad played Achilles in ‘Troy,’ and now he may star as Odysseus in a modern adaptation of the epic Homer poem, according to Variety. So modern, in fact, that it will take place in outer space.
Brad’s Plan B production company will produce with Warner Bros. with the hopes of Brad headlining the project. ‘Mad Max’ director George Miller may also team up to adapt the classic adventure ... read more
DiCaprio, Berry among celebs getting out the vote
Posted by admin on Oct 2, 2008
NEW YORK — How do you get kids to vote? Just say no.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Halle Berry, Jennifer Aniston, Tobey Maguire, Eva Longoria Parker and other stars are using reverse psychology to get young people into voting booths on election day.
In a new public service announcement that hit YouTube and other online outlets Wednesday, DiCaprio says: “Please — just don’t vote.” Others echo his plea: “Don’t vote.”
But the stars soon ... read more
ET: Miley Cyrus Headed to the Big Screen
Posted by admin on Sep 20, 2008
ET has confirmed that teen acting and singing princess Miley Cyrus is slated to star in a new Disney film!
Miley’s new film is being written by author Nicholas Sparks to specifically suit the actress.
Sparks is writing a novel and screenplay, which will be adapted into a Disney film. Miley’s mom, Tish Cyrus, will executive produce the film. Other producers slated to work on the project include Offspring Entertainment’s Adam Shankman and Jennifer Gibgot.
The film’s inspiration came after a meeting between Disney executive Jason Reed and the teen sensation, who mentioned the ... read more
‘Burn After Reading’ is No.1 at the box office
Posted by admin on Sep 14, 2008
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Joel and Ethan Coen scored their biggest opener to date by raking in $19.4 million in ticket sales for “Burn After Reading” and helping end a seven-week attendance slide at theaters, according to studio estimates Sunday.
The madcap comedy starring Brad Pitt, George Clooney and John Malkovich raked in $7 million more than the writing-directing duo’s last box-office hit, the 2004 comedy “The Ladykillers,” according to box ... read more
Rourke grapples back to form with ‘The Wrestler’
Posted by admin on Sep 14, 2008
TORONTO (AP) — Mickey Rourke’s character in “The Wrestler” describes himself as a broken-down slab of meat, a man who’s alone and deserves to be.
It’s a striking echo of how Rourke discusses his real life, the way he squandered his early potential with bad-boy behavior that left him largely unemployable in Hollywood save for roles as heavies that have been his main screen work the last two decades.
The story of a comeback attempt by a former ... read more
‘The Wrestler’ wins Venice Film Fest top award
Posted by admin on Sep 11, 2008
VENICE, Italy (AP) — Darren Aronofsky’s “The Wrestler” has won the top award at the Venice Film Festival.
The film awarded the Golden Lion on Saturday stars Mickey Rourke as a wrestler forced into retirement who strikes up a romance with an aging stripper played by Marisa Tomei.
Russia’s Aleksey German Jr. won the award for best director for “Bumaznyj soldat (Paper Soldier),” a story set in the early days of the space program ... read more
ET: Brad Pitt’s New Interview About Angie and the Twins!
Posted by admin on Sep 11, 2008
New dad Brad Pitt looked dapper in a dark suit and tie with spiky hair at the Toronto International Film festival — and in the middle of the red-carpet pandemonium, he stopped for our own Jann Carl to deliver the goods about his new twins with Angelina Jolie!
“All good; everyone’s healthy, and everyone’s great,” he told Jann, adding, “Sleep is something we long for, but that’s alright, we’ll get it [soon].”
The A-list star knew ... read more
Midnight stampede to ‘The Dark Knight’ sets record
Posted by admin on Jul 22, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) — Nothing dark about Batman’s first night at the box office.
“The Dark Knight” lit up cash registers during its midnight debut, stealing away with a record $18.5 million from 3,040 theaters, distributor Warner Bros. said Friday.
Related: “The Dark Knight” reviewed
That bested the 2005 performance of “Star Wars Episode III: The Revenge of the Sith,” which took in $16.9 million during its midnight debut in 2,915 ... read more
