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As Evelyn Carnahan in "The Mummy" (1999)
Rachel Weisz Becoming Astrologer in 'Agora'
March 14, 2008 01:03:27The former "The Mummy" beauty Rachel Weisz has been tapped to star in an ancient Egyptian epic entitled "Agora". According to Variety, the 37-year-old actress is set to play Hypatia, an Alexandrian astrologer-philosopher struggling to save the collected wisdom of the ancient world.
In the movie by "Vanila Sky" writer Alejandro Amenabar, she will showcase her acting skill alongside Max Minghella, Richard Gere's co-star in "Bee Season". Additionally, the co-star of Hugh Grant in "About a Boy" will be portraying her character under the direction of Amenabar in the helmer's second English-language film following Nicole Kidman's "The Others".
Sequel Flicks Coming in 2008
December 28, 2007 04:12:58As the year 2007 is closing up, AceShowbiz.com feels obliged to list movie sequels that will battle among themselves towards the box office. As part of the trend that put animations and special effect-infused pics on top of the agenda, those deemed 'highly-anticipated' may come quite predictable.
The earliest sequel movie coming within the calendar may be 'Step Up 2 the Streets', but minus its original cast (Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan), its anticipation may be overshadowed by 'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian' that retains its original cast and 'The Incredible Hulk' which is hopeful with its new star, Edward Norton.
Rachel Weisz Digs the "Bones" Out
June 13, 2007 12:06:33
Being selective in choosing stints for her acting resume, Rachel Weisz again takes dramatic turn in her next step as the lovely actress has signed on to star in Peter Jackson-directed "The Lovely Bones" which DreamWorks Pictures recently picked up to have it developed at its pit.
Pic is an adaptation of Alice Sebold's 2002 best-selling novel of the same name about a murdered fourteen-year old teen named Susie Salmon who continues to observe her family and friends from a personalized heaven after her death. Weisz reportedly will play the girl's mother, depicted in the book as a woman whose growing family frustrated her youthful dreams.
Rachel Weisz Cares About "Luna"
May 23, 2007 12:05:08
Keeps working on serious roles, Rachel Weisz reportedly has given her agreement to topline eco drama "Luna" that Deepa Mehta is set to direct for Baldwin Entertainment Group.
Inspired by a true life account of an American environmentalist named Julia Hill, the picture will depict the story of the woman, to be played by Weisz, when she came up to a resolution to live in a 1000-year-old redwood tree for 738 days in order to prevent loggers from cutting it down. Hill ultimately forced the lumber company to not only save the ancient tree, which she called "Luna", but also all trees in her area.
Five More to Present the Oscars
February 15, 2007 09:02:26
Another five notable names have been added as the presenters for the upcoming 79th annual Academy Awards. Producer Laura Ziskin revealed yesterday, February 14 that Rachel Weisz, Tom Hanks, Steve Carell, Penelope Cruz, and Cate Blanchett are all set to appear onstage to assume the role during the ceremony, joining the previously announced presenters like Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig.
Honoring best achievements in filmmaking of 2006, this year's event will take place at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center on Sunday, February 25 and be aired live by ABC at 5 p.m. PST (8 p.m. EST), beginning with a half-hour red carpet arrivals segment, "The Road to the Oscars."
Additional Golden Globe Presenters
January 03, 2007 03:01:31
George Clooney and Rachel Weisz are among the additional presenters for the soon-to-come Golden Globe Awards.
Besides them, there are also the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker and John Stamos, all of whom will join previously-announced presenters Felicity Huffman, Salma Hayek, Ben Stiller, Justin Timberlake and Reese Witherspoon.
Sarah Jessica Parker Befriends "Smart People"
October 26, 2006 01:10:30
Still attached herself to comedy genre, Sarah Jessica Parker has given her agreement to star in "Smart People" replacing Rachel Weisz who originally was billed as a doctor who falls for a professor whose wife's death has turned him into a bitter man.
Together with Dennis Quaid, Thomas Haden Church, Ellen Page, and Ashton Holmes in the cast lineup, Parker thus will come under the direction of Noam Murro who is set to helm from Mark Poirier's script. Filming is scheduled to start on November 6 with Bill Block, Michael Costigan, and Bridget Johnson taking the producers' seats.
Rachel Weisz Stuck on "Brothers Bloom"
October 11, 2006 03:10:34
Probably there's no time for Rachel Weisz to take a break even for a while. Currently filming "Definitely, Maybe" while preparing to begin production on "Smart People" in December this year, the Oscar-winning actress sure will get busier as she has given positive sign to star in "The Brothers Bloom" for Endgame Entertainment.
An indie adventure flick, pic centers on a team of skilled con artists which consists of two brothers. Weisz will portray a mysterious millionaire who turns the tables on them after the younger brother threatens to quit the business. In the meantime, the two male leads have yet to be cast.
Three Going for "Smart People"
September 08, 2006 04:09:25
Glowing talents are coming down to highlight "Smart People." Dennis Quaid, Rachel Weisz, and Thomas Haden Church have been reported to give positive sign to share scenes together in the picture which will be a directorial big screen debut of Noam Murro.
Set to begin production on November 6 in Pittsburgh with Mark Poirier penning the script, the movie centers on a professor, played by Quaid, who turns into a bitter eccentric following his wife death, but later learns to reconnect with people after falling for a former student.
Rachel Weisz to Give a Nod for "Maybe"
August 15, 2006 04:08:12
Rachel Weisz is about to mark her return to comedy. The actress is currently involved in negotiations to have a starring role in "Definitely, Maybe", an Adam Brooks' directorial also writing work for Working Title and Universal Pictures, The Hollywood Reporter has revealed.
If a deal is reached, she then will play a woman who dates Ryan Reynolds' character, a man dumped by his college sweetheart. Apart from Reynolds, other fixed cast members include glowing stars like Derek Luke and Isla Fisher.
First-Time Parents, Rachel Weisz & Darren Aronofsky
June 02, 2006 03:06:15
Oscar winning actress Rachel Weisz and her filmmaker fiance Darren Aronofsky happily welcomed the arrival of their first child ever.
The newlyborn, a baby boy, was born Wednesday night May 31st, 2006 in New York. That's all about the good news for further details on it remain undisclosed.
Rachel Weisz Is Burberry's New Face
March 11, 2006 01:03:19
Mom-to-be Rachel Weisz is the face of Burberry's ad campaign for the new fragrance London. The Oscar winning actress, who is seven months pregnant, reportedly has shot the ads last fall.
A fashion-industry favorite, "I'm British. I grew up with Burberry being the ultimate brand in chic, elegance and history. My granny, the chicest lady I ever knew, had a Burberry raincoat. Now it's a cool and edgy fashion house, too," Weisz admitted while adding "I was thrilled to be asked (to model). There was no hesitation."
Supporting Oscar Winners
March 06, 2006 11:03:58
Rachel Weisz should be glad that she has become one of the 78th Oscar winners. The actress has won the Supporting-Actress Academy Award on Sunday March 5th, 2006 for her performance as a determined social activist in "The Constant Gardener." "To come to the Oscars for the first time and be seven months pregnant is quite a thing!" Weisz said expressing her double happiness.
Paired with her to bring home the Best Supporting Actor award is George Clooney for his portrayal in "Syriana". As if he was still surprised with the winning, the star commented "I didn't really work on anything (ie speech) because I thought there were four others who were going to win, so... strange."
The Elle Style Awards Winners
February 22, 2006 03:02:48
Being five months pregnant certainly doesn't stop Rachel Weisz to carry out a stunning and stylish look. In fact, the starlet has been crowned Most Stylish Actress at the Elle Style Awards held in London last night. In the meantime, chosen as the Most Stylish Actor is Matt Dillon.
June Sarpong, in addition, scooping Levi's Hot Look prize, while Sugababes is named Music Star. Bring home TV Star Male award is James McAvoy with Mischa Barton picks the Female one. Chosen to bring home the TV Show award is "The OC".
Britain's Most Stylish Women
February 22, 2006 10:02:18
Troubled supermodel Kate Moss has had a brand new life. She has gone from rehab clinic to Britain's Most Stylish Woman. That's according to recent poll conducted by Grazia magazine. Involved about 5000 readers, Moss is voted the 1st Britain's Most Stylish Woman of the year.
Put in 2nd is British actress Sienna Miller, followed closely behind by Keira Knightley, Princess Diana and Stella McCartney all of whom seat at No. 3 to 5 in a row. Sixties supermodel Twiggy is voted the 6th, while Cat Deeley, Victoria Beckham, Elizabeth Taylor and Rachel Weisz are all rounding out the Top 10.
Winners of the 12th Annual SAG Awards
January 30, 2006 05:01:38Following her triumph at Golden Globe Awards, Reese Witherspoon gloriously added one more honor to her awards list as she has been named Best Actress at the 12th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards through Walk the Line (2005), accompanied by Philip Seymour Hoffman who won the Best Actor category from Capote (2005). The title of Best Supporting Actor was presented to Paul Giamatti for starring in Cinderella Man (2005), while the Best Supporting Actress to Rachel Weisz, her second major award in this year after the Golden Globe Award she received earlier from The Constant Gardener (2005), just like Witherspoon. In the television feature, it's Kiefer Sutherland who finally came out as the Best Actor in a Drama Series through "24" and Sandra Oh as the Best Actress for starring as Dr. Christina Yang in "Grey's Anatomy".
Paul Haggis's Crash is honored an award of "Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture" meanwhile ABC's hit series "Lost" and "Desperate Housewives" won top acting honors for television with category "Drama Series" and "Comedy Series".
The Gardener Leads the 2006 BAFTA Nominations
January 20, 2006 01:01:09After the Golden Globe Awards, people are now treated with The Orange British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) which is about to come on February 19 this year. The Academy has on Thursday Jan 19 announced the nominees of this year's awards. And so drama thriller "The Constant Gardener" is the leading nominee with 10 pieces all at once.
The many nominations it grabbed are Best Film, Best British Film, Best Actor for Ralph Fiennes, Best Actress for Rachel Weisz, The David Lean Award for Achievement in Direction, Adapted Screenplay, The Anthony Asquith Award for Achievement in Film Music, Cinematography, Editing, and Sound. Drama romance "Brokeback Mountain" somewhat earns 9 nominations, including that of Best Film, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Supporting Actress.
Weisz and Clooney Win Golden Globe
January 17, 2006 12:01:45Brought home the Best Performance by an Actress In A Supporting Role in a Motion Picture award was Rachel Weisz thanks to her portrayal in "The Constant Gardener."
As for Best Performance by an Actor In A Supporting Role in a Motion Picture was given to George Clooney through his late film "Syriana."This award is his second Globe which he got in 2001 through "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" (2000).
Rachel Weisz Is Three Months Pregnant
December 07, 2005 03:12:09"The Constant Gardener" star Rachel Weisz is thrilled as she found out that she's three months pregnant. She and her husband, American film director Darren Aronofsky, are said to be expecting the baby next summer.
A source told Britain's Daily Telegraph newspaper, "She is three months pregnant and is absolutely thrilled. A baby was the one thing she felt had been missing in her life." The baby would become the couple's first child.
