March 03, 2009

"Angels & Demons" could follow the footsteps of "The Da Vinci Code" in becoming one of the controversial movies. Before this Ron Howard-directed movie even hits the theaters, the Catholic League has announced its plans to do battle with the movie as its president Bill Donohue claimed the organization will start an educational campaign informing public about this film's anti-Catholic agenda.

"Next week we will begin to make available to the public a booklet that I wrote on 'Angels & Demons'," Donohue revealed Monday, March 2. He then explained the reasons, stating "It details the myths, lies and smears that are made against the Catholic Church. It also provides evidence of the anti-Catholic animus harbored by those associated with the film." He also added, "Author Dan Brown and director Ron Howard are getting good at this."

"Twilight" actor Taylor Lautner openly admits that he is forbidden to date before he reaches 28 years old. To M magazine he reveals, "My dad says I can't date until I'm 28. I'm definitely hoping to negotiate that one down."

Still, Taylor expresses his gratitude for his father's strict dating rule. "I realized that my parents were strict to make sure that I didn't get a big head, and that's a good thing," he admits. "My parents brought me up to have respect and not take things for granted."

A brand new song called "Sky May Fall" from Kid Cudi has hit the web. Produced by rapper Kanye West, it is confirmed to be included in Kid's upcoming first studio album "Man on the Moon: The Guardians" and can be heard in the trailer of Shia LaBeouf-starring movie "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen".

Beside working with Kanye, Kid also recruited R&B singer Ryan Leslie as well as producers Emile and Dot Da Genius to help him recording songs for his album. Having released "Day 'n' Nite" as the album's lead single, he will reportedly plan to drop the effort sometime in summer 2009.

Jimmy Kimmel is cashing in on the fever of "The Bachelor" which was just wrapped up on Monday, March 2. The talk show host welcomed Jason Mesnick to his show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and aired the episode right after his big decision of choosing Melissa over Molly and rethought his decision later on.

Jason for a fact was there to explain why he had a change of mind. Kimmel joked, asking Jason whether his hand is sore from handing in and taking the rose. Jason in defense said, "First of all, it was my real life and people can question that or doubt that but they're real feelings. On that last day I was falling in love with two girls but the time.. you don't know until you go through it."

Entering a bar and meeting a woman who claims she comes from the future, three ordinary blokes are about to get into an adventure of a lifetime as seen in the brand new international trailer of "Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel". With the running time of less than two minutes, the promo video presents snippets of what the three experience while they are caught in accidental time travels.

"FAQ About Time Travel" follows two geeks and a cynic as they fall into a series of accidental trips back and forth through time. Hoping to get a distraction from their ordinary life, Pete, Ray and Toby go to their local pub for an average night out. After Ray was approached by a woman from the future, Pete stumbles through a time leak and sees the future which shows that all of the people in the bar will be dead.

Singing sensation Jonas Brothers took time in between their hectic schedule to pay a visit to one of their devoted fans, named Jayla Cooper who is fighting for her life against leukemia, at her home in Grapevine, Tex. on Sunday, March 1. During their visit, Kevin Jonas, Joe Jonas and Nick Jonas sang their hit song "Lovebug", which is Jayla's favorite.

Jayla Cooper is a 9-year-old girl who is terminally ill with an aggressive form of leukemia. A big fan of Jonas Brothers, she danced to the band's "Lovebug" at her symbolic wedding to fellow cancer patient, 7-year-old Jose Griggs, which was held last week. Doctors who treat her believe that Jayla will only live for a few more weeks and so her parents organized the wedding because it was her final wish.

"The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader" will indeed be among 2010 winter movies. Clarifying the circulating speculation about the film's possible Christmas release, 20th Century Fox and Walden Media announced that they have set the third "Narnia" film to arrive in U.S. theaters on December 10, 2010.

With the December date set, speculation is brewing that this third film is bumped to the particular date because the studios feel "Narnia" franchise is a winter material. The speculation came up seeing that "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe", which was released in December 2005, grossed $291.7 million domestically, while its summer release sequel, "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian", raked in only $141.2 million.

A longer version of Katy Perry's music video for single "Thinking of You" comes out. In an extended one minute scene, the singer is shot giving a longer and intimate kiss to her love interest and dancing with her previous lover during a farewell party to bid soldiers goodbye before they are sent to war.

"Thinking of You" is a self-written single appearing in Katy's major-label debut album "One of the Boys", which has hit the market since mid June via Capitol Records. Since making its way out in January, the track reached number 21 on Billboard Pop 100 and number 19 on Billboard Top 40 Mainstream Singles chart.

The March 4 episode of "Lost" is given two sneak peeks. The episode called "LaFleur" which takes its center on Sawyer, will discuss also the theory by Daniel Faraday and the shocking revelation involving new characters.

In the first clip, Juliet asks Daniel the whereabouts of Charlotte. Daniel, fumbling, explains that she is gone, disappears through time while they 'stay'. In the second clip meanwhile, the bunch spot the others holding a woman in hostage. Sawyer and Juliet decide to interfere anyway.

Soon after their departure from Miami, Rihanna and Chris Brown reportedly have been photographed in Los Angeles on Monday, March 2 and a new update has just been outed by OK! magazine which claims the on-again lovers have checked into the Beverly Wilshire Beverly Hills hotel. Further details of their current whereabouts are not immediately known though.

Rihanna and Chris Brown became estranged after he allegedly assaulted her during a heated argument inside a parked car in Los Angeles back on February 8. The "Umbrella" hit maker has since decided to take Chris back though, reuniting with him at the house of music mogul P. Diddy on Miami Beach's Star Island.

Having celebrated its world premiere in London on February 23, "Watchmen" turns to Los Angeles for its U.S. premiere. The special screening event took place at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on Monday night, March 2 and saw familiar setting as the attendees were greeted by the black-and yellow carpet designed with "Watchmen" lettering and the signature yellow smiley face.

Most of the highly anticipated live-action movie's cast ensemble, such as Patrick Wilson, Billy Crudup, Malin Akerman, Carla Gugino, Jackie Earle Haley and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, were among the Hollywood stars seen gracing the black-and-yellow carpet on the night. Joining them for the special occasion were director-producer couple, Zack Snyder and Deborah Snyder.

Mariah Carey has posted a short statement on her Twitter, denying rumor saying that her new album will be called "MC3". Claiming she "can't really define the new album yet," she notes, "Its not called MC3 or whatever."

Apparently busy with whole process of getting the album done, Mariah reveals she has just finished 2 songs and will be back to studio to finish the others. She explains, "[I] Just finished 2 songs. ... Back in the studio. Loving this song!!!!!! don't wanna be too ra ra dramatic about this but I'm just happy bout it and hope you will be 2."

It looks like the new episode of "Heroes" will be a race against time, involving the fate of the Capitol. In the preview, Matt Parkman is bound with a jacket strapped with bomb and Nathan is there to help him to defuse it while The Hunter holds the control.

The episode will also expose more about Sylar and his biological father who is played by John Glover, but the reunion proves to be what he least expected. There is still no clue yet whether this new character will be a hero or another villain.

Enjoying a life on the single scene since splitting from ex-boyfriend Travis McCoy, Katy Perry tells News of the World she is "still available" and would love to "have an English boyfriend." On the reason why, the songstress says, "I think it could be nice."

Furthermore admitting, "I'm not sure I'm ready for love," Katy however has some caution for men who want to score themselves a long lasting romance. "We will love you so much, make you beans on toast and butter your bread," so she shares to News of the World. "But if you break our heart, we will take the butter knife and cut you into little pieces and put you in the freezer."

Swinging with a rope inside a barn, strumming her guitar while sitting on top of haystacks, and cozying up with a country boy are some of the stuff Miley Stewart will be seen doing in "Hannah Montana: The Movie" as a series of the film's stills made its way out. Like most of the previously-released photos, the new images are still focusing on the film's star, Miley Cyrus.

Unlike before, however, one of the new pictures actually gives a taste of Cyrus as Stewart's alter ego, Hannah Montana, as she is captured donning the blonde wig while standing on stage in front of her manic fans. Another photo, moreover, shows her leading a group of people from her hometown for a dance sequence.

The pilot has been given a thumb up, first few actors have been cast, the remake of "Melrose Place" just lacks a bit of spice. The producers may be ready to fill in that with a negotiation with former "The O.C." star, Mischa Barton.

In its recent casting scoop, Zap2It Korbi claims that an insider informs her that Barton is trying for a role in the refurbished TV series. The CW which will air the show, is reportedly excited in having her. No information however, on which character Barton most likely take over.

Disney's 16-year-old star Miley Cyrus has shot back at the many criticisms people and the media addressed to her soon after a picture of her wearing a cleavage baring t-shirt during a weekend jog with shirtless older male companion Justin Gaston appeared on the net. In an interview on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS-FM radio show on Monday, March 2, she uttered her defense, saying "I don't get the big whoop, but whatever. I guess it's just ... I'm not allowed to jog any more."

Accused by many media outlets of purposely drawing attention to her certain body parts by wearing a low-cut t-shirt during the run that exposed her green bathing suit, Miley set the record straight on her outfits, admitting that the top she wore was her mother's baggy t-shirt. And the reason she wore it was because she and her 8-year-old sister, who joined her on the jog, have agreed to wash Justin's "really hideous truck" and "it's, like, 100 degrees out."

Gearing up to the fast approaching theatrical release of "The Last House on the Left", a microsite has been developed in support of the film's promotional efforts. With a tag read "Wes Craven...The Legacy Continues", the site features not only contents related to the Wes Craven-produced thriller remake, but also subjects pertaining to the legacy of Craven, the Master of Horror himself.

In WesCravensLegacy.com, horror fans can see several videos as well as a collection of stills from "The Last House on the Left". Additionally, a series of articles about this Rogue Pictures film and other movies made by Craven, and written interviews with Craven as well as press screening Q&A for "Last House" are also made available in it.

Several pictures of Demi Lovato singing in the heavy rain with a band during the filming of "Don't Forget" music video have come out. Sporting a black coat and boots, the pics, which were taken at Los Angeles' Griffith Park on February 26, also show the "Sonny with a Chance" star riding a carousel.

Commenting on the shooting process of the video, Demi shares through her Twitter feed that she "won't FORGET this video shoot." She explains, "You know you're cold when you're soaking wet and you can see your breath outside.. "

Paul Rudd joins the likes of Jason Segel, Jonah Hill, and Seth Rogen, doing a retake of the famous Vanity Fair's March 2006 cover shoot featuring Scarlett Johansson, Keira Knightley, Rachel McAdams in the nude, and fashion designer Tom Ford. Representing Tom, Paul is seen donning complete-formal outfits, whereas Jason, Jonah, and Seth are all photographed wearing bodysuits to represent Scarlett, Keira, and Rachel.

Notable photographer Annie Leibovitz, who snapped the original provocative cover of VF's March 2006 issue, is the one behind the photo shoot session involving the four stars, taking place on Stage 28 at Paramount Pictures Studio Lot, Los Angeles. In addition to the shot, which will be featured as part of portfolios inside the magazine's upcoming April issue, Paul, Jason, Jonah, and Seth will as well be featured on the cover of the publication.

The tension is high, stakes are raised and sacrifices are made to secure the country. Between 8:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M., the evil plan by Colonel Dubaku escalates when he reaches out to General Juma.

Steadfast President Taylor has to make a quick decision in the deepening foreign policy. Meanwhile, heroic sacrifices are made and casualties stack up when Jack Bauer takes charge as a high-impact terror threat develops stateside and the nation remains at risk.

After unleashing the exclusive clip montage of Dr. Manhattan, NBC have come up with another "Watchmen" character profile video. The new video footage focused on the former costumed-hero turned vigilante, Rorschach, reveals that he is motivated by a traumatic childhood and an unwavering sense of right and wrong.

This second of six clip montages opens with the familiar scene where Rorschach walks down the dark and wet street before climbing up to The Comedian's apartment. Exposing several never-before-seen footage in relation to the trench coat and fedora-wearing hero, the clip is accompanied by the voiceover of Rorschach's himself who explains how he has been too soft with the evil before.

Oasis' live shows in China have been banned by government in the country after they found out that lead guitarist Noel Gallagher appeared at a Free Tibet benefit concert taking place in Randall's Island in 1997. Announcing the news were promoters Emma Entertainment/Ticketmaster China on Saturday, February 28.

Responding to the promoters' statement, a publicist for the band comes out giving a confirmation that the cancellation is indeed true. "The Chinese authorities action in canceling these shows marks a reversal of their decision regarding the band, which has left both Oasis and the promoters bewildered," the publicist said.

"The Bachelor" may end with Jason Mesnick's proposal to Melissa but in the real world, it is not the case. An additional hour is given for the finale that airs Monday, March 2 to give viewers the updated situation. Jason is no longer engaged to Melissa because he keeps thinking about Molly whom he let go in the final two.

Host Chris Harrison approaches Jason to ask how he has been doing. The father of one reveals that things are so different now than it used to be in the show. He feels that Melissa and him are not right for each other and that he cannot hide the fact that he has been thinking about Molly all the while. Jason however, says that he hasn't talked to Molly since sending her home in the finale.

A music video in companion of Michelle Branch's new song "This Way" from upcoming studio album "Everything Comes and Goes" has been debuted. Filmed in black-and-white scenes, it presents the singer/songwriter strolling along the street and singing to the song with chunks of its lyrics written on the screen.

In addition to recording "This Way", Michelle also works on a self-penned song called "Together", the soundtrack for "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2", and a ballad track titled "Crazy Ride", which is a lullaby to her daughter Owen. Calling her latest work a "break-up album" as a reference to her exit from The Wreckers, she hasn't set any release date for the record though.

"Twilight" own Jacob Black, Taylor Lautner, will be giving some of his time to answer questions from fans about the vampire drama on BlogTalkRadio. As part of Walmart's promo effort for the "Twilight" DVD release, the 17-year-old actor is expected to speak about his experiences on the "Stardish Radio" program on Monday, March 9 at 9 P.M. EST.

Lautner is expected to share the behind-the-scenes live from the set of "The Twilight Saga's New Moon" with hosts Jo Ann Kubasek and Amy Clark. The actor who will reprise his role as Jacob Black in the sequel will also take questions from fans who log in to BlogTalkRadio.com.

Unlike Rihanna's father Ronald Fenty who approves her reconciliation with Chris Brown, relatives of the Barbadian songstress have expressed their concern over Rihanna and Chris' reunion. Following reports of the estranged music lovers have made up and spent time together at P. Diddy's Miami Beach's Star Island house, one relative of Rihanna tells People, "I don't want her to make a mistake, and I don't want her to ever go through this again."

The relative then continues, "Everyone wants them to take a break, to cool off. No one wants them back together." Meanwhile, mixed reviews come from fans of both Rihanna and Chris concerning their reported reunion. Some of them are mad, while the other opt to show support for the celebrity couple.

Finally the moment where Jason Mesnick has to choose one of the two last standing women is aired. "The Bachelor" is down to former Dallas Cowboy cheerleader Melissa Rycroft and department store buyer Molly Malaney who will find out whether Jason will hand them the final rose.

It is time to meet the little guy, Jason's three-year-old son Ty, which has been a prominent factor in Jason's consideration. After long-separated, Jason and Ty are reunited on the beach of New Zealand. Melissa gets to see Ty again and they go out for a little golf fun. Melissa seems to get along well with Ty, and Jason takes notice.

In a newly-found video footage from Britney Spears' tour rehearsal, her upcoming roadshow dubbed "Circus Starring Britney Spears" to support her sixth studio album "Circus" is unveiled to include raunchy performances. It shows the pop singer dancing with a whip, pole and inside a cage as well as singing in a Bollywood-themed set.

In addition to the rehearsal footage, a tour set list revealing what songs Britney will be singing during her live show is also put forward. Broken down into five stage performances, it begins with an act titled "Circus", which will be kicked off with a video from Perez Hilton and will be followed by her singing "Circus", "Piece of Me" and "Radar".

While Walt Disney Pictures remain mum about "Tron 2.0", new details of the studio's forthcoming sci-fi project have been unraveled. Pointing out that a reliable source has shared new information about the film's plot, which may carry some spoilers, Ain't It Cool News reported that the movie will take place about 25 years after the original film, "Tron".

Continuing on the plot, AICN quoted the tipster as noting that the sequel will start in 1989. After creating and marketing some of the world's top selling games based on his Game Grid challenges in the first film, Kevin Flynn disappears, leaving behind his seven-year-old son, Sean. The story then moves forward to the future, presenting twenty-something-year-old Sean.

Pop superstar Britney Spears has signed an exclusive partnership with junior clothing brand Candie's to endorse their fashion line, which is only available at Kohl's department stores. She will thus appear in "Candie's Only at Kohl's 2009" print, television, in-store and online marketing campaign, so officials who work for Candie's and Kohl's announced on Monday, March 2.

Due to their partnership, Candie's and Kohl's will in return sponsor Britney's "Circus" tour, beginning on March 3. "Britney's back and Candie's has her," said Dari Marder, the chief marketing officer for Candie's Iconix Brand Group. "We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Britney, which marks her first ever apparel endorsement. There is a perfect synergy between our Candie's girls and Britney's fan base and to be able to partner with her during such a monumental time in her career is very exciting for the brand," Dari revealed further.

Reconciled lovers Chris Brown and Rihanna reportedly have left Miami and head for Los Angeles. They, according to E! News, were spotted together at Miami International Airport on late Sunday night, March 1. Joined by several friends at the airport, the twosome did their best to hide their faces from the prying eyes of photographers.

As for Chris, he was claimed to have arrived in L.A. on Monday morning, March 2. He was photographed arriving on a private jet. Rihanna, per US Weekly, was also photographed in L.A.

The brand new trailer of "Terminator Salvation", which had been premiered at the WonderCon 2009 on Saturday, February 28, has been debuted via Yahoo! Movies. Around two-minute-and-thirty-second long, the fresh promotional video reels in many never-before-seen footage as well as unravels shocking part of the plot.

While the previous promo footage for this action movie only gave a vague idea what the movie is all about, this new trailer shares exactly why there is tension between Christian Bale's John Connor and Sam Worthington's Marcus Wright. It also focuses on revealing how the Harvester takes human prisoners and the Resistance's efforts in fighting the robots.