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Banned Iranian Director Jafar Panahi's 'Taxi' Wins Golden Bear At Berlin Film Festival
Jafar Panahi, the critically acclaimed Iranian director, has won the Berlin Film Festival's Golden Bear for his film Taxi. Panahi has been banned from making films by the Iranian authorities yet continues to work and...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 February 2015
Our Favourite Pictures From The Sundance Film Festival 30th Anniversary [Photos]
The Sundance Film Festival is currently in full swing, having begun on 22nd January, and wrapping up on 1st February. This year, something particularly special is in the air at Salt Lake City, as the...
By Stephen Caswell in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 January 2015
Franco And Hill Have A True Story To Tell
James Franco has a True Story to tell and he wants to tell it to Jonah Hill. That's the premise of Franco's latest film, based on, ironically, a true story, as he plays one of...
By Charlotte Court in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 January 2015
Netflix Confirms 'The Interview' Will Be Available At The Weekend
It’s been quite a turnaround for The Interview in the last month. A little over four weeks ago, the Sony picture had been seemingly consigned to the dustbin following the studio’s cancellation of its release...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 21 January 2015
Justin Bieber To Be Roasted For Comedy Central
Justin Bieber is going to be the star of his own 'Comedy Central Roast' to mark his 21st birthday.The pop star has been chosen to be the butt of the channel's jokes for a TV...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 20 January 2015
Netflix Says It Wants To Show 'The Interview'
The revival of The Interview, which so recently seemed to be doomed to the dustbin of movie history, continues unabated. Following the remarkable box office figures returned upon its limited release across the States, streaming...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 January 2015
'The Interview' Heading To Cinemas In The UK On February 6
The Interview continues to be one of the surprise success stories of 2015 and will now receive a UK release on February 6. The comedy movie starring Seth Rogen and James Franco looked dead and...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 07 January 2015
Nick Jonas In Final Talks To Star In Goat
Nick Jonas is in final talks to star in 'Goat'.The 'Kingdom' actor is reportedly set to close a deal with James Franco's Rabbit Bandini Productions and Killer Films to star in the movie adaptation of...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 07 January 2015
Sony Salvages "The Interview" With Theatrical Expansion And Dish Network Deal
Seth Rogen, James Franco and Co. got one heck of a New Years gift this week, with the expansion of its theatrical release and a new deal with dish for on-demand broadcasting. Besides some really...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 January 2015
'The Interview' Makes $15 Million Online
Sony’s last minute Christmas Eve change of heart seems to have paid off, with its controversial film The Interview taking more than $15 million in online sales and rentals, it has been revealed.In addition to...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 December 2014
Itunes Release Takes Seth Rogen's Controversial "The Interview" To $15 Million
So The Interview has received a fair bit of backlash for turning a complex political conflict into a raging bro fest, but creators Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg and Dan Sterling are laughing all the way...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 December 2014
So Was 'The Interview' Worth It? The Critics Give Their Verdict
After threats, hacks, pulled screenings and even Obama weighing in The Interview, starring James Franco and Seth Rogen opened on Christmas day in 300 theatres, while also becoming available to watch online. The film, which...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 December 2014
'The Interview' Takes Over $1 Million On Christmas Day
Despite the controversial circumstances surroundings its (non) release, The Interview has grossed over $1 million in its first day of release. The last-minute decision might have represented something of a gamble, but Sony Corporation seem...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 December 2014
'The Interview' Stars Seth Rogen & James Franco Celebrate As Sony Announces Limited Christmas Day Release
The Interview will be shown in limited cinemas in the US from Christmas Day. Sony Pictures Entertainment has granted the film's release despite threats from hackers directed at cinema goers. Mounting political pressure, including a...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 December 2014
Saturday Night Live: Dr. Evil Had Some Wise Words For The Sony Hackers
Soon after Obama put everyone at ease, announcing that the Sony hack was not, in fact, an act of war, another authority on all matters evil and genius spoke on the topic. Dr. Evil everyone,...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 December 2014
President Obama Mistakenly Calls James Franco 'James Flacco' During Year End News Conference
If you thought things were getting a little too heavy surrounding the now not to be released comedy The Interview, then President Obama has certainly lightened the mood after he fluffed star James Franco’s name...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 December 2014
George Clooney Created Pro Sony Petition But "Nobody Stood Up"
George Clooney's attempt at creating a petition in which members of the film industry could show their support for Sony and determination not to give in to violent threats in the face of freedom of...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 December 2014
A Week In Movies: Sony Gives In To Hackers, Night At The Museum 3 Holds Dual Premieres, Spectre Shoots In London And Trailers Promise Action And Romance This Spring
The big movie news this week has been Sony's decision to cancel the release of the James Franco/Seth Rogen comedy The Interview due to threats made by a hacking group. The film had already held...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 19 December 2014
Sony Cancels The Release Of 'The Interview' Amid Hacking Threats
Just a little over a week before its scheduled release date and following apparent threats from hackers, Sony has announced that it has cancelled the release of The Interview.A comedy starring Seth Rogen and James...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 December 2014
Seth Rogen Buys $8 Million Ranch
Seth Rogen has splashed out almost $8 million on a new home in Los Angeles.The 32-year-old star, who is married to actress and charity worker Lauren Miller, bought a 10-acre ranch in the Hollywood Hills...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 17 December 2014
New York Premiere Of 'The Interview' Reportedly Cancelled Amid Threats
The Interview, the now very, very controversial new comedy from Seth Rogen and James Franco has had it glitzy New York premiere cancelled after another threat was made by the group thought to be behind...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 December 2014
Sony Leak: Sony Terrified Of "Desperately Unfunny" Movie 'The Interview'
There was absolutely an air of uncertainty about Amy Pascal's leaked emails to Seth Rogen. The comedy actor was unwilling to make edits to his controversial movie The Interview but, on the face of it,...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 December 2014
Seth Rogen Thanks Amy Pascal For The Interview
Seth Rogen has thanked Amy Pascal for ''having the balls'' to make 'The Interview'.The 32-year-old actor praised the Sony Pictures president for agreeing to make the controversial film in the wake of the studio's hacking...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 12 December 2014
Hackers Reveal Seth Rogen, James Franco's Salaries For 'The Interview'
In a development that appears to add credence to the accusation that North Korea could have something to do with the recent hack at Sony, Seth Rogen and James Franco's payment for controversial movie The...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 December 2014
James Franco Movie Linked To Sony Hacking Scandal
James Franco and Seth Rogen's controversial new movie could be to blame for the headline-grabbing hack attack on Sony Pictures.The movie giant's databases were compromised last week (ends30Nov14) and reports suggested the perpetrators had stolen...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 December 2014
A Week In Movies: Jolie And Kidman Premiere New Films In London, While Hotly Anticipated Trailers Debut For Jurassic World, Pan, Pitch Perfect 2 And More
Angelina Jolie, Jack O'Connell and Luke Treadaway were on hand for the UK premiere of their new movie Unbroken this week. The film is gathering awards buzz as expectations build to its Christmas Day release.Photos...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 November 2014
James Franco Filmed Threesome With Zachary Quinto
James Franco and Zachary Quinto filmed a threesome for their new film 'Michael'.The actors took part in the sexy scene alongside the former 'Desperate Housewives' star Charlie Carver for the upcoming drama, according to E!...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 November 2014
'The Interview': Why It Could Only Ever Have Been James Franco And Seth Rogen
'The Interview' has already become arguably the most controversial comedy of the moment, with its less than sensitive approach to the crisis in North Korea. Nonetheless, it's another tremendously funny venture from a comedy duo...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 November 2014
Zac Efron Opens Up About Pleasuring Himself In Spoof Tv Interview
James Franco has reprised his obnoxious chat show host Dave Skylark from upcoming comedy movie The Interview for a hilarious new three-minute online video, in which he chats to Zac Efron about masturbating.The 127 Hours...
By World Entertainment News Network in Movies / TV / Theatre on 21 November 2014
James Franco To Release Album
James Franco is to release an album inspired by The Smiths.The 'Pineapple Express' star has collaborated with Tim O'Keefe and former Smiths bassist Andy Rourke on the venture, which will see his band Daddy release...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 12 November 2014
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