Julia Roberts is mad about Obamas
March 16, 2009
After saying that a dinner with the Obama family is her favourite dream, Pretty Woman Julia Roberts has now revealed that she has a huge crush on the entire first family.
“I have such a White House crush happening right now for all four of the Obamas!” Julia Roberts declared in an interview with the US TV show The Insider.
Making no attempt to hide her admiration for Barack Obama, Julia Roberts admitted that not only does she have a huge crush on the 44th and the first African-American President of United States, but also loves his wife Michelle Obama and their two young daughters, Malia and Sasha.
Academy winning actress Roberts was all praise for first lady Michelle Obama, saying “She seems to be a person who is really authentic and shows who she really is.”
Roberts had earlier proclaimed that the Obamas would be at the very top of her invite list when she planned her dream dinner party, even promising to cook “a big chicken tagine with figs and apricots” herself for the first family.
Robin Williams needs heart surgery
March 12, 2009
Robin Williams needs heart surgery and must cancel the remainder of his one-man comedy show, “Weapons of Self-Destruction,” his publicist announced
The 57-year-old actor needs an aortic valve replacement, according to a news release issued by his publicist Mara Buxbaum. Williams’ representatives would not give any more information on Williams’ condition.
“I’m so touched by everyone’s support and well wishes,” Williams said in the statement. “This tour has been amazing fun and I can’t wait to get back out on the road after a little tune-up.”
Williams was already in Florida when he canceled four shows in the state earlier this week after experiencing shortness of breath.
Since September, Williams had been on the sold-out, 80-city tour, which is expected to resume in the fall, his publicist said. Tickets will be honored once the new dates are scheduled, or people can contact their place of purchase for refunds.
The Academy Award-winning actor got his start as a standup comedian in the 1970s. His high-energy act led to a guest spot on Happy Days as Mork from Ork and later the starring role on Mork & Mindy.
He has appeared in dozens of feature films both comedies and dramas over nearly three decades. He won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 1997 film Good Will Hunting. Other notable films include Dead Poets Society,Hook, Mrs. Doubtfire and Disney’s Aladdin.
Watchmen ruling Hollywood Box Office
March 9, 2009
Still, it was not quite as big as the $70 million take of Snyder’s 300 in 2007. Dan Fellman, head of distribution for Watchmen studio Warner Bros, said it was unfair to compare the two films.
“They’re two different movies,” Fellman said. “This is a movie
that runs two hours and 45 minutes. That really only leaves the exhibitor with one showing a night. If you have an 8 o’clock show, the next show is at midnight. So with essentially one show a night, I think this is outstanding.”
Fans of the subversive comic book series by writer Alan Moore and illustrator Dave Gibbons waited years for Snyder’s big-screen version. The anticipation was complicated last year when Warner Bros. and 20th Century Fox fought over who owned rights to the $125 million film. The studios eventually settled in January, keeping the March 6 opening intact.
Many Watchmen enthusiasts raced to IMAX theaters to see the exploits of Dr. Manhattan and company on the bigger screens. Greg Foster, chairman and president of IMAX Filmed Entertainment, said the movie sold out on all 124 IMAX screens it was playing on during the weekend and was the second largest opening in company history behind another superhero film, 2008′s The Dark Knight.
With no other new releases to compete against, Watchmen easily bumped off Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail, which had held the top spot the two previous weekends. The Lionsgate comedy took in $8.8 million, good for second place, according to studio estimates . 20th Century Fox’s , starring Liam Neeson, took the No. 3 position with $7.5 million.
For the year, movie attendance continues to soar, with revenue at $1.9 billion, up 16 percent through the same point in 2008. Even factoring in 2009′s higher ticket prices, movie attendance is running 14 percent higher than last year.
Disney’s Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience dropped from No. 2 to No. 9 at the box office.
“There have been some casualties this year,” said Paul Dergarabedian, president of box office tracker Media By Numbers. “Not every film can be a hit even during this box-office bonanza we’re having right now. It dropped about 78 percent the second weekend. It’s a young audience. The ones that wanted to see the Jonas Brothers came out last weekend.”
Longoria to be waitress for charity
March 2, 2009
Eva Longoria Parker, the star of Desperate Housewives, will be a waitress for a night as part of a charity meant to raise money for emergency workers injured in 9/11.
The event will benefit the New York Rescue Workers Detox Project, according to reports. The charity will benefit emergency workers who were injured during the 2001 World Trade Centre terror attack.
Longoria wants to help out with the catered meal for 12, which is donated by her restaurant. She has promised to wear an apron. Because of her involvement, the bidding for the item went up to $37,500.
The auction winner will get a pair of tickets to watch her husband Tony Parker, a basketball player, play against his opponents.
Jade Goody’s health worsens
February 20, 2009
Cancer stricken British reality TV star Jade Goody’s health has worsened as she remains “sedated and sleepy” following an operation to relieve her pain.
The actress is so weak that she is not able to meet her visitors anymore, according to reports.
Her publicist Max Clifford updated reporters about her situation, as 27-year-old Goody’s battle with cancer has become the subject of international interest. “She’s got a lot of close friends but at the moment she doesn’t really feel able to see them,” said Clifford.
Goody, who has two young sons, Bobby, 5, and Freddie, 4, has reportedly not been able to see them since the operation, though Clifford said that they would be reunited “as soon as she’s well enough”.
Meanwhile, newly wed Goody’s husband Jack Tweed has been allowed to visit her in hospital while her sons are being taken care of by their father, TV presenter Jeff Brazier.
Goody, who is suffering from terminal cervical cancer is also planning to be baptised in her bed along with her two children, as she wants to stay in touch with them even after death. ‘Were hoping and praying that Jade pulls through, but the fact of the matter is that she now only has a short time to live.” said Clifford.
The former Big Brother star has reportedly started saying her last goodbyes to friends and family and with her worsening condition, the filming for her reality show is also set to stop.
Goody had earlier stated that she might allow her death to be captured on camera, but her friend and publicist Max Clifford, is now counselling her against the decision.
Upcoming Hollywood Movies
December 13, 2008
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Jeremy Irons, Fanny Ardant, Agnes Soral, Helene Surgere, Tcheky Karyo, Maxime Laloux, Patrick Bauchau, Danielle Lyttleton, Dorothy Alison, Bob Bradley
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Will Smith, Rosario Dawson, Woody Harrelson, Michael Ealy, Robinne Lee, Tim Kelleher, Barry Pepper, Bill Smitrovich, Gina Hecht, Nadia Shazana
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Daniel Craig, Liev Schreiber, Jamie Bell, Alexa Davalos, Tomas Arana, Mark Feuerstein, Mia Wasikowska
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Dustin Hoffman, Matthew Broderick, Kevin Kline, William H. Macy, Stanley Tucci, Sigourney Weaver, Robbie Coltrane, Ciarán Hinds, Christopher Lloyd, Tracey Ullman
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Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Kimberly Scott, Jason Flemyng, Taraji Henson, Tilda Swinton, Eric West, Julia Ormond, Ed Metzger, Lance E Nichols
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Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston, Alan Arkin, Eric Dane, Haley Bennett
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Tom Cruise, Bill Nighy, Tom Wilkinson, Carice Van Houten, Eddie Izzard, Thomas Kretschmann, Terence Stamp, Christian Berkel, Kenneth Branagh, Halina Reijn
