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'A Promise' Gives A Veteran Director A New Challenge
At age 66, Patrice Leconte clearly has no intention of slowing down. He's been making movies since he was 15 years old, and over his career has made films in a wide variety of genres,...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 01 August 2014
Toronto Film Festival Unveils Line-up
David Cronenberg's new film Maps to the Stars which stunned critics at Cannes and features Julianne Moore and Robert Pattinson will screen alongside another Cannes favourite, crime drama Foxcatcher which sees Despicable Me actor Steve...
By Hannah Woodhead in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 July 2014
Warwick Davis: Harry Potter Set Smelled
The 'Harry Potter' set used to smell of rotting food, Warwick Davis has recalled.The 44-year-old actor - who played both Professor Flitwick and goblin bank teller Griphook in the fantasy franchise - has revealed that...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 July 2014
Farewell Rik Mayall: Comic Laid To Rest By Family And Friends In Devon
Rik Mayall was laid to rest in a rose-festooned wicker coffin in a beautiful English churchyard yesterday (19 June). The late comedian collapsed and died aged 56 after his morning run on Monday 9 June,...
By Lauren James in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 20 June 2014
Alan Rickman To Be Honoured At Children's Film Festival
Harry Potter star Alan Rickman will be honoured at Italy's Giffoni Film Festival later this year (14).The Brit, famous for his role as Severus Snape in the wizard franchise, will be presented with the Francois...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 June 2014
Harry Potter Reunion: J.k Rowling And Emma Watson Unite For Lumos Charity
They may have wrapped up the eighth and final film in the Harry Potter franchise a while back, but Emma Watson and JK Rowling were back in the magical world they created, alongside fellow Potter...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 11 November 2013
Alan Rickman Injured While Filming His Very First Movie
Actor Alan Rickman almost derailed his appearance in his first Hollywood movie after injuring himself during a stunt.The Harry Potter star was filming his very first scene in Die Hard, which required him to crawl...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 10 October 2013
Alan Rickman Shocked To Discover Movie Sting Came From Alabama
Alan Rickman was stunned to learn his Cbgb co-star Keene Mcrae was from Alabama at the end of the movie, because the newcomer mimicked rock star Sting so well the veteran was convinced he was...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 October 2013
A Week In Movies: Gravity Bows In Venice, One Direction Takes To Cinemas, All-star Film Explores Jfk's Death
George Clooney and Sandra Bullock brought their star power to opening night at the 70th Venice Film Festival on Wednesday. The event launched with the world premiere of Alfonso Cuaron's Gravity, and the critical buzz...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 August 2013
“50,000 Bands And 1 Disgusting Bathroom" - Rupert Grint Stars In Cbgb [Trailer + Pictures]
The highly anticipated movie surrounding New York’s infamous CBGB club is getting closer, and we’ve got some fantastic film stills to whet your punk-rock appetite. Rupert Grint stars alongside his Harry Potter nemsis Alan Rickman...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 August 2013
'The Butler' & 'We're The Millers' Retain Top Us Box Office Positions
Lee Daniels' The Butler has retained its position at No.1 in the US Weekend Box Office for the second week. The movie is an historical epic which follows the true story of Cecil Gaines (Forest...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 August 2013
'The Butler' Gives Competitors The Brush-off In First Weekend Success
The Butler has outperformed all of its rivals upon its first weekend, having been released on 16th August to much nodding from critics and $25 million (£15.9m) earned. The film showcases an all-star cast, who...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 19 August 2013
'Lee Daniels' The Butler' Beats 'Kick-ass 2' And 'Jobs' In Us Weekend Box Office
Lee Daniels' The Butler has defeated other newcomers Kick-Ass 2 and Jobs in the US Weekend Box Office. The Butler has headed straight to number one whilst Kick-Ass 2 and Jobs have respectively gained 4th...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 19 August 2013
Lee Daniels' The Butler Is "Deeply Affecting And Oscar Bait"
Lee Daniels' The Butler is released today in US cinemas. Early reviews of the historical drama have been mixed although most suggest the film is definitely worth a watch.Forest Whitaker and Oprah Winfrey at the...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 August 2013
The Butler Movie Looks Ready To Be The First Major Oscar Contender Of The Year
The Butler movie could very well be the first real contender for next year's Academy Awards when it is released next Friday (16 August) as critics have already singled the film out as a wonderfully...
By Joe Wilde in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 10 August 2013
Lee Daniel's 'The Butler' Is A Clear Oscar Contender [Stills + Clips]
Hollywood and the film industry seem more confident in taking on the issue of slavery in a cinematic context. Last year saw Django Unchained and Lincoln prove popular, and this year will see more films...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 06 August 2013
Lee Daniels Fights For His Movie 'The Butler'
Lee Daniels has begged Warner Bros. to let him keep the title of his new film 'The Butler'.The Weinstein Company lost its legal battle on Tuesday (02.07.13) following a Title Registration Bureau ruling confirming Warner...
By Clive King on 06 July 2013
The Butler Director Appeals To Keep Name
'The Butler' director Lee Daniels has appealed to the head of Warner Bros. to drop its copyright claim regarding the film's name.The Weinstein Company lost its legal battle to keep the title of its new...
By Bang Showbiz on 04 July 2013
The Butler Locked In Copyright Dispute
Warner Bros. is trying to block The Weinstein Company from naming its new movie 'The Butler'.The two companies are locked in a legal battle ahead of the release of the upcoming Lee Daniels-directed historical drama,...
By Bang Showbiz on 02 July 2013
John C. Reilly For Guardians Of The Galaxy?
John C. Reilly has been offered a role in 'Guardians of the Galaxy'.The 'Step Brothers' actor is reportedly being courted for the role of Rhomann Dey in Marvel Studios' sci-fi superhero blockbuster, according to HitFix.com.Reilly...
By Bang Showbiz on 28 May 2013
Forest Whitaker As 'The Butler' Could Be A Recipe For Success [Trailer]
The first trailer for 'Precious' director Lee Daniels' new movie The Butler starring Forest Whitaker has rolled out online. It has always been assumed that Harvey Weinstein believes the film is one of his better...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 May 2013
Forest Whitaker's 'The Butler' Clearly Has Oscar Glory In Its Sights [Trailer]
The first trailer for 'Precious' director Lee Daniels' new movie The Butler starring Forest Whitaker has rolled out online and Harvey Weinstein's ambitions of taking this film all the way to the Oscars couldn't be...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 May 2013
First Cgbg Movie Shots Revealed [Pictures]
The first pictures of the potentially dodgy looking CBGB movie have been revealed, showing the film's stars filming in the specially built CBGBs nightclub set up. Obviously the most notable star here is Malin Akerman...
By Contributor in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 May 2013
10 Of Our Favourite Movie Robots
What with Jake Schreier's upcoming movie 'Robot & Frank' scheduled for release in the UK on March 8th 2013 and talks of 'Star Wars: Episode VII' being in the making, we've put together a list...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 18 January 2013
Stars Lobby U.k. Prime Minister Over Belarus
Harry Potter co-stars Ralph Fiennes and Alan Rickman are among the actors who have lobbied U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron to highlight ongoing troubles in Belarus.Fiennes and Rickman have both recorded video messages for the...
By WENN on 19 December 2012
Stars Take To The Trading Floor For Charity
Goldie Hawn, Alan Rickman and Sean Bean showed off their stockbroking skills in London on Wednesday (05Dec12) by taking to the trading floor to raise money for charity.Model Twiggy and Samantha Cameron, the wife of...
By WENN on 06 December 2012
Top Twenty Classic Holiday Season Christmas Films
Little has caused more contention in the contactmusic office than our recent discussion about the Christmas films list! Obviously, everyone has their own favourite, and to them that will always be the top of the...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 December 2012
Alan Rickman Not Bothered About Going Nude
Alan Rickman didn't worry about people spotting him filming nude scenes in public for 'Gambit'.The veteran actor stripped off for scenes in London landmark building The Gherkin - which has floor-to-ceiling windows - but never...
By Bang Showbiz on 13 November 2012
Alan Rickman Filmed Nude Scenes In London Skyscraper
Alan Rickman won praise from his Gambit director for stripping off and filming nude scenes in a glass-fronted London office block.The veteran actor shed his clothes for a scene in the comedy caper and he...
By WENN on 12 November 2012
Pictures: Cameron Diaz Steals The Show At Gambit Premiere In London
Cameron Diaz dazzled in a Stella McCartney dress at the London premiere of new art-heist movie Gambit on Wednesday evening (November 8, 2012). The actress actually went onto two further parties, though the cold and...
By in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 November 2012
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