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Blue Carpet Treatment for 'Monsters vs. Aliens' L.A. Premiere
March 23, 2009 10:03:04Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California has become the host of "Monsters vs. Aliens" Los Angeles premiere on Sunday morning, March 22. Celebrating the special screening event, DreamWorks Animation greeted the celebrities with a unique blue carpet and a man-high statue of B.O.B., one of the monsters in the movie.
Reese Witherspoon, Seth Rogen, Hugh Laurie, Will Arnett, Kiefer Sutherland, Rainn Wilson, Paul Rudd and Amy Poehler were among the film's voice talents attending the premiere. Joining them on the blue carpet were producer Lisa Stewart and directors, Rob Letterman and Conrad Vernon.
Jake Gyllenhaal Rumored Buying Engagement Ring, Whisks Reese Witherspoon to Egypt
February 20, 2009 02:02:43Rumors have been mounting that Jake Gyllenhaal plans to propose to actress girlfriend Reese Witherspoon after the actor was seen ring shopping late last week. The hunk, per OK! magazine, paid a visit to his favorite jewelry store Fred Leighton in N.Y.C. and spent four hours there looking for a ring.
"Jake spent most of his time in the room where they keep the rings," a source told OK! "He looked really serious and was taking his time."
Reese Witherspoon and Robert Downey Jr. to Fight Aliens in 'The Days Before'
February 17, 2009 04:02:07Two of Hollywood stars, Reese Witherspoon and Robert Downey Jr., are likely to share screen in "The Days Before". According to Production Weekly, the "Four Christmases" actress and the "Iron Man" actor are showing interest in the action sci-fi project, in fact they are in talks to star in it.
While it has been reported that the movie will chronicle a man's attempt to convince the world that the end is coming as aliens invade the Earth, it is still unclear on the potential characters Witherspoon and Downey Jr. are negotiating for. Still, there's a chance that they will work together with "Wanted (2008)" helmer Timur Bekmambetov, who is also reported to be in negotiation for the directing part.
List of Movie Nominees for the 22nd Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards
February 06, 2009 01:02:08"High School Musical 3: Senior Year" and "Kung Fu Panda" have collected two nods for Nickelodeon's 22nd annual Kids' Choice Awards. On Thursday, February 5, it was unraveled that while the Walt Disney Pictures musical was up for Favorite Movie, the DreamWorks animation was nominated for Favorite Animated Movie among other nominations.
In the category of Favorite Movie, "High School Musical 3" will be facing strong competition from "Bedtime Stories", "The Dark Knight" and "Iron Man". The Kenny Ortega-directed movie also placed its leading actress Vanessa Hudgens for Favorite Female Movie Star alongside "Marley & Me" star Jennifer Aniston, "Get Smart" actress Anne Hathaway and "Four Christmases" leading lady Reese Witherspoon.
List of 2009 People's Choice Awards Winners in Movie
January 08, 2009 11:01:46"The Dark Knight" has become the most successful winner at the 35th People's Choice Awards. On Wednesday, January 7, the Christopher Nolan-directed superhero movie collected the most kudos, bringing home more than three prizes, including Favorite Movie and Favorite Action Movie.
The sequel to "Batman Begins" also received an award for its two leading actors, Christian Bale and Heath Ledger, for their on-screen match-up. Aside from the Favorite On-Screen Match-Up prize, Bale, who portrays the bat-costumed superhero Batman as well as his alter ego Bruce Wayne in the action movie, has also nabbed a Favorite Superhero title.
Video: Celeb Friends' Birthday Greetings for Britney Spears
December 03, 2008 10:12:40Birthday girl Britney Spears got birthday greetings from celebrity friends, including Hugh Jackman, Taylor Swift, and Reese Witherspoon, during her live appearance on "Good Morning America" on Tuesday, December 2. She was also presented with a six-tier cake made by Buddy Velastro of Carlo's Bakery.
Hugh, who has just been named People's 2008 Sexiest Man Alive, sang "Happy Birthday" for Britney and he also blew a kiss for her in a video aired during the TV show. As for Reese, beside wishing the pop star a happy birthday she also praised her as a "great" person. Taylor admitted in the video that she is a big fan of Britney and feels optimistic about her new album "Circus", which hit the U.S. market that day. Britney's birthday cake, meanwhile, was also decorated with circus stuff to match up her circus-themed performance on "Good Morning America."
Christmas Comes Early in the L.A. Premiere of 'Four Christmases'
November 21, 2008 03:11:12Less than a week away from the theatrical debut of "Four Christmases", New Line Cinema held a premiere event for the romantic comedy in Los Angeles on Thursday, November 20, night. Bringing
in a holiday season atmosphere to the event, the studio erected a few set of decorated Christmas trees along the red carpet in front of Grauman's Chinese Theater.
The special evening gala saw the attendance of leading lady Reese Witherspoon, but Witherspoon's co-star, Vince Vaughn was not spotted on the red carpet. Joining Witherspoon though were co-stars Robert Duvall, Jon Favreau, Katy Mixon, Kristin Chenoweth, Mary Steenburgen and Sissy Spacek.
Jake Gyllenhaal Has Moved In with Reese Witherspoon
June 27, 2008 09:06:56Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon apparently are one step closer to the altar. US Weekly exclusively reports in its latest issue that the actor has moved in to her $5 million Los Angeles home, making himself part of the family.
"Jake Moves In!", the magazine wrote in its issue, on newsstands now. "Reese Witherspoon takes the next step as she commits to a man who's kind to her kids and gives her the love she deserves."
Reese Witherspoon Sharing Screen With Ben Stiller in Cameron Crowe's Latest Project
June 09, 2008 04:06:49Among the A-list Hollywood actresses, Reese Witherspoon can be said to be the one who has experienced working with different kinds of movie genres and is successful tackling them. She has been praised by movie critics for portraying an ambitious student in satirical drama comedy "Election", delivered a blockbuster hit with "Legally Blonde" and won an Oscar for her portrayal of notable country singer June Carter in biopic "Walk the Line". For her upcoming feature film project, the 32-year-old actress is going to undertake another genre, a romantic comedy.
The former wife of actor Ryan Phillippe has been reported to be signed to star in the newest but yet to be titled movie project from the acclaimed filmmaker of "Almost Famous", Cameron Crowe, the "Untitled Cameron Crowe Project". Together with renowned comedian Ben Stiller, she will star the film for Columbia Pictures, which will be shot in January 2009. Nevertheless, up to this point, what kind of character she will be playing is yet to be unearthed.
No Current Wedding Plans for Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon, Representative Confirmed
May 15, 2008 09:05:31Whispers have been swirling that Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon are ready to wed and planning to make an announcement of engagement anytime soon. Though so, a representative for the actor has insisted there has yet wedding plan for the celebrity couple.
OK! magazine has, in its latest edition, broke the report that Jake and Reese are ready to wed. The publication put the story on its cover under the headline that read, "Ready to wed! Second time's the charm for Reese! Her kids adore him and his family loves her."
Ryan Phillippe Avoids Looking at Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal's Photos, Wants to Remarry
March 27, 2008 01:03:39"It's bizarre" that Ryan Phillippe decided to avoid seeing the photos of his former wife Reese Witherspoon and her new lover Jake Gyllenhaal. The movie hunk and father of two told USA Today, focusing on his children with Witherspoon does help him to move on from his marriage breakdown.
"There's plenty of times when I say, 'What a strange situation I've found myself in,'" Phillippe opened up to USA Today about seeing Witherspoon and Gyllenhaal. "But at a certain point you know it's going to happen, so you are prepared in some fashion."
Reese Witherspoon Becoming Gigantic Woman in 'Monsters vs. Aliens'
March 11, 2008 03:03:19The depicter of June Carter Cash in "Walk the Line" Reese Witherspoon is going to be Ginormica in animated film "Monsters vs. Aliens". According to USA Today, the actress will be voicing Susan Murphy whose life changes as she becomes a gigantic woman after being hit by a meteor.
On agreeing to lend her voice, the former wife of actor Ryan Phillippe said that she was impressed with the animation storyboard stating, "I got very inspired when the studio showed me storyboards." Further, commenting on her gigantic character, the 5'2" actress jokingly said, "Playing a larger-than-life woman has given me my own opportunity to make tall jokes."
Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon Are Heading for the Altar?!
January 12, 2008 09:01:07Has been dating Reese Witherspoon since March last year, Jake Gyllenhaal is said to have proposed to her and the pair will soon head for the altar.
Rumor has it that the actor proposed to Reese way back when they had that much-publicized trip to Rome together last October. Initially said "no" to the proposal because it was too soon after her divorce from former husband Ryan Phillippe, the actress has since said "yes", after consulting with close friends.
The 10 Most Stylish Stars of 2007 According to Life and Style
December 22, 2007 11:12:00Cameron Diaz, Cate Blanchett and Kate Bosworth have topped a new poll held to find style queens. The three movie beauties are all included in Life and Style's list of Most Stylish Stars of 2007.
Concerning the honor, the threesome has been given fashion nicknames to mark their status in the world of style. Here are the 10 Most Stylish Stars of 2007 according to Life and Style plus their style-related nicknames:
Hollywood A-Listers Turn Kite Designers for Charity
November 30, 2007 03:11:16Having their giving spirit reaching its best level at their heart, Hollywood A-listers are turning to designers, not fashion nor lunchbox designers, but kite designers to lend a helping hand to other people in need. Famous celebs ranging from Angelina Jolie, Madonna, to Cher have all teamed up, designing kites for charity.
The celebs-designed kites, to be auctioned off on eBay by December 5, will help raise money for the Afghanistan Relief Organization (AFO), which will be used to train new teachers and establish libraries in Afghanistan.
Movie Contenders Announced for 34th People's Choice Awards
November 09, 2007 12:11:11An annual event with a dizzying array of categories voted on by the American public, People's Choice Awards once again lists big names and titles of Hollywood film industry to vie for its trophies in its 34th edition.
In announcement made by the organizers Thursday, November 8, 2007, Universal Pictures' "The Bourne Ultimatum" delightfully comes as the top nominee with four nods in total, most notably the Favorite Movie title. Three others are Favorite Action Movie, Favorite Threequel, and Favorite Male Action Star for Matt Damon.
The Photos Are In, Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon's First Public Outing as a Couple
October 25, 2007 08:10:36Yes it's true, Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon are a hot new couple. And the photos of them holding hands are in already, much earlier than we all expect.
The "Rendition" co-stars have been photographed holding hands and canoodling during a romantic trip to Rome. Check out some of their photos, as provided by the Daily Mail.
Ryan Phillippe and Reese Witherspoon's Union Officially Terminated
October 11, 2007 11:10:40
Hollywood once golden couple Ryan Phillippe and Reese Witherspoon are officially single again in the eyes of the law by the time the Los Angeles Superior Court officially terminated their union Friday October 5th. View the court documents here.
Witherspoon and Phillippe first met when a mutual friend brought the actor to her 21st-birthday party. They married in June 1999 and had since then had two children together, daughter Ava Elizabeth Phillippe and son Deacon Phillippe.
Jennifer Aniston Is Forbes.com's No. 1 Top-Selling Celeb Face
October 04, 2007 10:10:49
Jennifer Aniston might have bad luck in her love life and in working her way up the big screen industry. But to tell you the truth, the actress has the best luck ever when it comes to publication. Appears to be true, she's been chosen No. 1 in Forbes.com's first-ever analysis of Top-Selling Famous Faces.
"Appearing on every title except 'In Touch' at least once during the time period (January-June), her face collectively sold more than five million copies," the Website wrote about the movie starlet. Her former husband Brad Pitt takes the 2nd place, just one place ahead of movie beauty Scarlett Johansson at the 3rd spot.
Start Voting for 4th Annual MTVU Nominees!
September 20, 2007 12:09:33
MTVU annual award show, Woodie, has announced its nominees with The Shins on the lead. The indie rock group are up for three categories 'Alumni Woodie', 'Viral Woodie' and the prestigious 'Woodie of the Year' . For the latter, they will compete against Amy Winehouse, Common, Gym Class Heroes and Lily Allen.
Further down the list, Modest Mouse, Gym Class Heroes, Allen, Justice, Linkin Park, and The Academy Is... take two nominations each, while others such as Arcade Fire, Lil Wayne, Bright Eyes, The Knife, Klaxons, M.I.A., Spoon, Cansei de Ser Sexy, The Rapture, TV on the Radio, Thom Yorke and Paramore get their fair share of one nomination each.
Ryan Phillippe Contemplated Suicide Following Marriage Breakdown
September 15, 2007 09:09:59
Ryan Phillippe is the other Hollywood actor besides Owen Wilson who contemplated suicide because of broken heart.
The father of two has openly admitted that the end of his marriage to actress wife Reese Witherspoon after nearly seven years together really brought him down. He was quoted by many media as saying, "After the divorce I was a physical wreck. I wanted to die. I was ready to kill myself. I was not taking care of myself at all. I would wake up and cry and vomit."
People Magazine's Best Dressed List of 2007
September 13, 2007 01:09:09
People magazine has made public its list of The Best Dressed Stars of 2007. Among the many famous celebrities included in the list are Cameron Diaz who is credited to have the Best Legs, Beyonce Knowles who is named the Showtopper, and Katie Holmes who is dubbed the Classic.
People magazine senior editor Galina Espinoza praised the mother of one as "one of the most remarkable style evolutions. She's always very simple, very elegant and her clothes fit her perfectly."
Two to Spend "Four Christmases" Together
July 27, 2007 04:07:10
Looking forward to make a great on-screen match to each other, Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon are both involved in final talks to topline comedy flick "Four Christmases", New Line Cinema as the studio producing the flick has announced through its Production President Toby Emmerich.
The twosome have worked on recent movies coming from the company, with Vaughn starring in 2005's hit "Wedding Crashers" and Witherspoon playing the female lead in the upcoming thriller "Rendition." As for the project, the duo is said to portray a couple who struggle to visit all four of their divorced parents' homes on Christmas day.
The Flaming Lips Appears for 2007 Monolith Fest
May 23, 2007 04:05:53
Still in the first cycle, Monolith Festival has lined up a number of renowned names to lift the festival's reputation. Considerably a magnificent line up, the festival has The Flaming Lips, Cake, Spoon and Kings of Leon for a start.
The two-nights event that will be held September 14-15 at Red Rock Amphitheatre, Denver also has moderately interesting combination such as The Decemberists, Das EFX, Earl Greyhound, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Ghostland Observatory, Juliette and The Licks and also William Elliott Whitmore.
Ryan Phillippe Seeks Joint Custody of Kids with Reese Witherspoon
May 19, 2007 11:05:55
First it was Reese Witherspoon, and now it's Ryan Phillippe's turn. The young actor has on Tuesday May 15th filed a divorce response, asked for joint legal custody and physical custody of their kids, Deacon Phillippe and Ava Elizabeth Phillippe.
In his filing Phillippe asked that child visitation be "equally allocated" between Witherspoon and himself, while opted not to seek any spousal support from Witherspoon, who according to report has a higher earning than himself.
Reese Witherspoon Is Leaning on the "Bridge"
May 04, 2007 03:05:45
Appears to be tireless in putting more big screen titles into her Type A Films, Reese Witherspoon is reportedly on the move to produce a film feature based on real events titled "Under the Bridge" with "Thirteen" director Catherine Hardwicke being in talks to direct.
Based on Rebecca Godfrey's true-crime account of a brutal high school murder, the project will chronicle the 1997 killing of a student named Reena Virk in a small British Columbia town also the ensuing investigation and prosecution of the case. It is still not clear yet whether Witherspoon will also star in.
Spoon's Sixth Album to Hit the Stores
March 27, 2007 02:03:24
Indie band Spoon has confirmed two things that have been waited by their fans. The sixth album will hit the stores by July 10th and the title is "Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga". Yes, that is 5 GAs.
There will be 10 tracks in the album that follows 2005 "Gimme Fiction". Unknowingly, whether intended or not, some of tracks are strangely spelled such as "Rhthm and Soul", "You Got Yr Cherry Bomb" and "Don't You Evah". Others raise questions just by the titles like "Black Like Me" and "Eddie's Ragga".
In Touch's Hot Blondes List
March 08, 2007 04:03:08
Compared to any other Hollywood's blondes, Christina Aguilera is the best. The pop singing star has topped In Touch magazine's list on Hollywood's Hottest Blondes.
Coming at the very top position, Christina is followed after by Reese Witherspoon who is ranked 2nd, and Kate Hudson at the 3rd spot. Rounding out the Top 5 is Hayden Panettiere at No. 4 and Pamela Anderson at No. 5.
Reese Witherspoon Bids Goodbye to "Bunny Lake"
March 08, 2007 02:03:54
Bunny Lake is truly missing someone important this time. Variety has brought in shocking reports that Reese Witherspoon, who is supposed to topline "Bunny Lake Is Missing", has taken abrupt decision to give up her role despite the film's production schedule which is slated to begin next month.
Beyond the late notice, the departure is really surprising since the actress and her Type A Films partner Jennifer Simpson were assigned to produce alongside Mark Gordon. With this happening, there is a possibility that filming start date can be pushed back for Spyglass as the financing company sure needs time to find another actress to fill in the vacant seat.
This Year's Sasquatch! Music Festival Headliners
February 21, 2007 11:02:25
Among the headliners for this year's Sasquatch! Music Festival are Bjork, Beastie Boys, Arcade Fire, Interpol, and M.I.A.. As of this year, the festival is set to take place May 26-27 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Wash.
Sasquatch! Music Festival is a music festival held annually at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Washington. It is presented by the House of Blues. Tickets for the 6th annual Sasquatch! Music Festival will go on sale beginning March 3 at 10 a.m. and will cost $55 U.S. per day until March 4. After March 5, tickets are $65 per day; week-of tickets are $75 per day. For more information about ticket sales and camping arrangements, check out www.sasquatchfestival.com.
Four Tapped As Oscar Presenters
February 09, 2007 02:02:01
The list of names presenting awards at the upcoming Academy Awards is taking shape. Laura Ziskin, the telecast producer for the event, announced Wednesday, February 7 that Nicole Kidman, Will Ferrell, Daniel Craig, and Reese Witherspoon would all take the duty during the annual ceremony, held for the seventy-ninth time.
Taking place at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center on Sunday, February 25, this year's Oscar is honoring best achievements of 2006 and will 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."
Ryan Phillippe's Heart to Heart Talks About Marriage Break-Up
February 06, 2007 11:02:45
He talks. Ryan Phillippe breaks his silence on his marriage break-up with estranged wife Reese Witherspoon.
In an interview with TV's Extra, which is about to be aired this week, the actor says, "Everyday it's up and down; it is the most difficult time in my life. The focus really has to be on our kids; we both love them so much, and they're doing amazingly well, better than I am probably. But it's difficult, life ain't easy."
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.
The Hollywood Reporter's 5th Annual List of Highest-Paid Actresses
November 30, 2006 09:11:35
She was the 2nd last year. But as of this year, Nicole Kidman claims the top spot on the Hollywood Reporter's 5th annual list of Highest-Paid Actresses. The Aussie movie star bested last year's top-earner Julia Roberts who unfortunately doesn't make the list this year after becoming a four-time top-earner.
Kidman, who earns as much as $17 million per movie, is currently playing photographer Diane Arbus in the independently produced film "Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus". On the 2nd position of the list is Reese Witherspoon, who earns $15 million per movie. Renee Zellweger, Drew Barrymore and Cameron Diaz are all placed 3rd to 5th respectively, with income of also $15 million for each film.
Are Bruce Willis and Renee Zellweger An Item?
November 24, 2006 10:11:22
New rumors surface by the hour that Bruce Willis is dating Renee Zellweger. The veteran actor and the divorcee actress were seen looking cozy at new Los Angeles restaurant Cut, where they enjoyed a lavish dinner together.
An onlooker said, "They seemed really into each other. Renee definitely left with Bruce." Nevertheless, it is claimed that the other visitors at the restaurant at first didn't notice that Bruce and Renee sat with one another because they were distracted by Reese Witherspoon.
Abbie Cornish Shoots Down Ryan Phillippe Affair
November 23, 2006 02:11:39
Abbie Cornish breaks her silence. The Aussie actress has spoken for the first time about the Ryan Phillippe - Reese Witherspoon split, insisting she is not the other woman.
She told America's Star magazine: "We were very good friends and we did spend a lot of time together, yeah. But we're friends and that's it".
Ryan Phillippe Cheats on Reese Witherspoon
November 01, 2006 09:11:36
There it is, an update on Ryan Phillippe and Reese Witherspoon's split. The couple made headlines when they officially announced their divorce after seven years of marriage, and now it's time to find out what, well it is safe for us to also say who, causes the split.
Rumors on the street say that Ryan has cheated on Reese, romantically involved with young Australian actress Abbie Cornish, his co-star in the upcoming film, "Stop Loss." Talk is heating up that while filming in Austin, both movie stars became more than friends.
Peter Sarsgaard Has His Own "Rendition"
October 26, 2006 04:10:59
Picking up one more bright talent, "Rendition" has satisfyingly added "Flightplan" star Peter Sarsgaard into its cast, which has already consisted of A-list thespians Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon.
A New Line Cinema production, the flick takes its focus on a CIA agent in the Middle East who questions his assignment after observing a secret-police grilling of a suspect in a suicide bombing. Shooting is slated to begin later this fall with Gavin Hood directing and Kelley Sane penning the script.
America's Most Trusted Celebrities According to Forbes Magazine
September 28, 2006 02:09:56
Two-time Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks has been chosen the Most Trusted Celebrity in America. The hunk tops Forbes magazine's list of 1,500 movie and TV stars on the category.
Celebrity cook Rachael Ray comes 2nd, while actor Michael J. Fox comes 3rd in the rundown.
Reese Witherspoon Sets to Deliver "Rendition"
September 27, 2006 10:09:12
Looks like Reese Witherspoon is getting more serious in taking roles. FilmJerk.com has revealed that the Oscar-winning actress has been attached to star in political thriller "Rendition", a new project from New Line Cinema.
Presenting a multi-layered story, the picture takes focus on a Cairo-based CIA analyst whose world gets spinning out of control after witnessing the interrogation of a foreign national by the Egyptian secret police. Witherspoon is billed to portray Isabella El-Ibrahim, the pregnant American wife of an Egyptian-born chemical engineer, who is involved in the interrogation following her husband's arrest as a political prisoner in the post-9/11 tragedy.
The 2006 Teen Choice Awards Winners
August 22, 2006 09:08:46
The adventure, action, comedy "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" was the big winner at this year Teen Choice Awards, held Sunday August 20th in Los Angeles.
Nabbing seven awards all at once, the highly anticipated movie won the categories of Choice Movie, Action Adventure; Choice Movie Actor, Drama/Action Adventure for Johnny Depp; Choice Rumble; Choice Drama / Action: Adventure Movie of the Summer; Choice Sleazebag for Bill Nighy; Choice Hissy Fit and also Choice Scream which both were given to Keira Knightley.
Nominees of the 2006 MTV Movie Awards Announced
April 25, 2006 03:04:26
Scored tremendously big through "Wedding Crashers", Owen Wilson is really riding high on the success as two nominations of the 2006 MTV Movie Awards have already fallen to his hand and this amazingly also happened to his co-star, Vince Vaughn, and fellow funnyman Steve Carell from "The 40 Year-Old Virgin." All receiving the same nods in categories Best Comedic Performance and Best On-Screen Team, these three comedic actors subsequently boosted their own vehicles to rack up a leading five nominations apiece, including Best Movie category in which the films face "Batman Begins", "Sin City", and "King Kong" as their competitors.
Still sticking to its unusual categories, this year's event, however, has made some changes as it no longer distinguishes male and female actors, melding those of Most Desirable Male and Female into more gender-neutral Sexiest Performance also others of Best Actor and Actress into the solo category of Best Performance. Consequently, Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon, who both starred in "Walk the Line", were put up against each other in the latter category. Giving a nomination each to the likes of Cillian Murphy, Dakota Fanning, Paris Hilton, and Nelly, the event will announce the winners on June 3 in Culver City, California to then be aired by June 8 via MTV network while there is still no word on its host yet.
BAFTA 2006 Winners
February 20, 2006 10:02:09The gay cowboy romance flick "Brokeback Mountain" scores great at the Orange British Academy Film Awards held Sunday Feb 19th, 2006. It among others lassoes the prizes for the category of Best Film, Best Actor in a Supporting Role for Jake Gyllenhaal, Adapted Screenplay for Larry McMurtry and Diana Ossana, and The David Lean Award for Achievement in Direction for Ang Lee.
Chosen Best British Film is "Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit", while Philip Seymour Hoffman nabs the Best Actor in a Leading Role award thanks to his portrayal in "Capote." Brought home the Best Actress in a Leading Role award is Reese Witherspoon for "Walk the Line" and chosen as Best Actress in a Supporting Role is Thandie Newton for "Crash." Check out the complete list of 2006 BAFTA winners at http://www.chiff.com/art/movies/bafta-awards.htm#bafta_noms_winners.
Top Moneymaking Stars of 2005
January 28, 2006 10:01:33Again, again, again, and again. Tom Cruise really is a big winner. The actor's name approvingly has topped an annual survey by Quigley Publishing Co. on Top Moneymaking Stars of 2005. Securing the very top position of the list, Cruise has totally won the annual survey for seven times.
Placed 2nd in the poll is Johnny Depp, followed behind by Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt who both tied for 3rd. Other names included in the poll including Vince Vaughn, George Clooney, Will Smith, Reese Witherspoon, Adam Sandler and Tom Hanks.
Extra Cast on Penelope
January 17, 2006 03:01:53Numbers of movie stars joining Christina Ricci and Reese Witherspoon for the upcoming "Penelope." They are Catherine O'Hara, Peter Dinklage, James McAvoy and Richard E. Grant.
A romantic fable directed by Mark Palansky from a script by Leslie Caveny, "Penelope" tells the story of a young woman born with the face of a pig who must break a family curse and find true love in the process.
The 63rd Annual Golden Globe Winners
January 17, 2006 11:01:16Hollywood has on Monday January 16th celebrated one of its biggest parties of the year, the 63rd annual Golden Globe Awards. That being so, following more than a month of critics' picks and nominations, "Walk the Line" comes up as the big winner at the prominent event, taking home 3 awards all at once.
The drama genre wins the awards for Best Motion Picture - Musical Or Comedy category, Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy for Reese Witherspoon, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical Or Comedy for Joaquin Phoenix. In the meantime, great actor Anthony Hopkins is handed the Cecil B. DeMille Award.
The 32nd Annual People's Choice Awards Champs
January 13, 2006 10:01:24The 32nd Annual People's Choice Awards held Tuesday night January 10th has chosen the final episode in the Stars Wars saga, "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith," as Favorite Movie Drama and all-around Favorite Movie. In two other film categories, "Wedding Crashers" was named Top Comedy and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" was chosen as the Favorite Family Movie.
Named Favorite Male Movie Star was Johnny Depp, while Sandra Bullock won the Favorite Female Movie Star category. Favorite Leading Lady honor went to Reese Witherspoon, and the Favorite Leading Man was Brad Pitt. Jennifer Garner, in addition, brought home Favorite Female Action Star prize, whereas Matthew McConaughey won the Favorite Male Action Star.
The 11th Annual Critics' Choice Awards Winners
January 11, 2006 08:01:47The gay cowboy romance flick "Brokeback Mountain" is a big winner at the 11th annual Critics' Choice Awards held Monday Jan 9. Gaining eight nominations, the movie gloriously brings home 3 awards, including the all-important Best Picture prize, which is considered a key Oscar prognosticator. Moreover, the film's creator, Ang Lee, also is voted the year's Best Director.
Meanwhile, the film's cast Michelle Williams is handed Best Supporting Actress award which she shares with Amy Adams of "Junebug." Paul Giamatti is the Best Supporting Actor thanks to his portrayal in "Cinderella Man." Best Actor award goes to Philip Seymour Hoffman of "Capote," while Best Actress prize goes to Reese Witherspoon of "Walk the Line." A complete roundup of the 2005 winners click http://www.bfca.org/nomineesWinners.html.
Nominees for the 12th Annual SAG Awards
January 06, 2006 10:01:16Nominees for the 12th annual Screen Actors Guild awards have been announced. Here the list of the awards nominees for film.
Male Actor in a Leading Role: Russell Crowe for "Cinderella Man," Philip Seymour Hoffman for "Capote," Heath Ledger for "Brokeback Mountain," Joaquin Phoenix for "Walk the Line," and David Strathairn for "Good Night, and Good Luck."
The 10th Annual Satellite Awards Winners
December 19, 2005 04:12:14"Brokeback Mountain" really is a big winner at this year movie awards season. Has been named as one of AFI's Best Movies of 2005 and becoming the lead nominee of the 63rd annual Golden Globe Awards, the flick also is scoring great at the 10th annual Satellite Awards, an event organized by critics formerly affiliated with the Hollywood Foreign Press Assn.
At the ceremony held Saturday Dec 17th at the Four Seasons Hotel, the film won four trophies all at once, mainly for Best Motion Picture Drama, Editing, Song, and Director for Ang Lee. Another winner was Philip Seymour Hoffman who was named Best Actor in A Motion Picture Drama for "Capote" and Felicity Huffman who was granted the Best Dramatic Film Actress prize for "Transamerica."
Reese Witherspoon Deals with 'Family Troubles'
December 19, 2005 12:12:12As Universal Pictures has acquired Don Winston's spec script "Our Family Troubles," the studio will soon start working on the flick. They reportedly will develop the drama mystery genre with Reese Witherspoon proposed to star in.
There in the film Witherspoon is set to portray a first-time mother so plagued by unexplained phenomena that she doubts her own sanity. When she returns to her Tennessee home, she fixates on the legend of the Bell Witch and becomes convinced the evil spirit is intent on harming her son.
Hollywood Stars Top Actresses Payroll
December 01, 2005 10:12:12
Money isn't everything, but without money everything is nothing. Hence, it is understandable then that people in common usually use money as a measuring rod for someone or something. In recent poll held by The Hollywood Reporter, movie star Julia Roberts proven to be the Highest Paid Actress for the second year straight with a $20 million payment per film.
Nicole Kidman is 2nd, with a $16 million to $17 million per-film price tag, followed by Reese Witherspoon at 3rd and actress-producer Drew Barrymore at 4th, who each commands $15 million per project. Meanwhile the No. 5, No 6 and No. 7 are held by Renee Zellweger, Angelina Jolie and Cameron Diaz, all have salaries estimated between $10 million and $15 million per film.
Little Man Cast Joined by More Actors
November 11, 2005 04:11:05Kerry Washington is willing to entertain people that she has signed on to star in the upcoming comedy "Little Man." In the movie she will play opposite Shawn Wayans and Marlon Wayans. They are all joined by Tracy Morgan and John Witherspoon.
"Little Man" is being helmed by Keenen Ivory Wayans from the script written by Wayans brothers. The story will follow a man (Shawn) who is so anxious to become a father that he mistakes a short, baby-faced thief on the run (Marlon) for an abandoned toddler. He and his wife (Washington) take the "baby" into their home and care for him.
Christensen Falls for Penelope
November 10, 2005 01:11:06"Penelope." It sounds like a woman's name. In fact, it is the title of a movie which Hayden Christensen has had an interest to star in. In the meantime, Christina Ricci and Reese Witherspoon have both agreed to appear.
As you can easily guess from the title, "Penelope" is a drama, comedy, fantasy which story tells about a young woman born with the face of a pig who must break a family curse and find true love in the process.
Stars Walk the Line for Johnny Cash
October 26, 2005 11:10:55Legend will always remain in people's heart. That's true. Johnny Cash provides a clear evidence about that. He really is a music legend who has created so many music works that obviously affect nowadays music industry. Hence, many notable musicians adore and respect him as if he's a music hero. Do you agree with that?!
Anyway, as a special tribute in honor of Cash, the like of U2, Foo Fighters, Norah Jones, Sheryl Crow and Dwight Yoakam are all teaming up to perform in as how called "I Walk the Line: A Night for Johnny Cash," which will be shown on CBS on Nov 16.
Phoenix & Witherspoon Duet for Johnny Cash
October 04, 2005 11:10:59Singing is something new for actors Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon. Though, both movie stars will do their best, singing for the soundtrack to the Johnny Cash biopic "Walk the Line," which is due in store November 15, three days before the movie opens in theaters.
Phoenix and Witherspoon, besides their duet on "It Ain't Me Babe" and "Jackson," have also recorded some of Cash songs separately. Phoenix recoded the like of "Ring of Fire," "I Walk the Line" and "Folsom Prison Blues," while Witherspoon performs solo renditions of "Wildwood Flower" and "Juke Box Blues."
