Boyle: Queen volunteered for Olympics Bond spoof
The Associated Press LONDON — Queen Elizabeth II needed no convincing to appear in a James Bond-themed skit during the opening ceremony of the London Olympics — in fact, she volunteered, according to the show’s director. Director Danny Boyle says he had initially thought a lookalike — possibly actress Helen Mirren — would play the … Read more
Sneak Peek: Project ‘Biohazard’ (independent project)
Yeah, this is awesome. Especially because I’m a huge fan of Resident Evil.
‘Croods’ stars cringe at sound of their own voices
By ALICIA RANCILIO The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — “It’s like hearing your voice back on a voicemail,” said the 24-year-old Stone, who is known for her trademark raspy voice. “I still can’t believe I sound like this.” “I can’t believe you sound like this either,” joked the 36-year-old Reynolds in the same recent … Read more
Passing reference in ‘Argo’ rankles New Zealand
By NICK PERRY The Associated Press WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Thirteen minutes into the Oscar-winning movie “Argo,” CIA agent Tony Mendez asks supervisor Jack O’Donnell what happened to a group of Americans when the U.S. Embassy was stormed in Tehran. “The six of them went out a back exit,” O’Donnell tells Mendez, played by … Read more
Bassett drawn to action flick because of director
By JOHN CARUCCI The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The idea of working with director Antoine Fuqua was enough for Angela Bassett to appear in the action flick, “Olympus Has Fallen.” But things got better for the Oscar-nominated actress when she found out she’d share most of her scenes with Morgan Freeman. “I was … Read more
‘ParaNorman’ review: A boy and his ghoulish toys
‘ParaNorman’ a visual treat
Robinson film to show advance screening in Kansas City
Screening proceeds will benefit Kansas City Negro Leagues
Gosling at ease in every role except movie star
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — What’s Ryan Gosling’s secret to his on-screen poise, his ability to disarm and provoke merely by his laconic presence? “Just try not to blink,” he says with a self-deprecating smile. But Gosling’s uncanny, communicative stillness — along with his sensitive vulnerability, his serious dedication to … Read more
‘Premium Rush’ review: Brakes are for suckers
‘Premium Rush’ a blast of high-speed fun
No magic in Warner Bros.’ latest box-office flop
By Amy Kaufman Los Angeles Times (MCT) LOS ANGELES — Warner Bros. may need to dial 911 after suffering its fifth consecutive box-office disappointment this year. This past weekend, the Warner comedy “The Incredible Burt Wonderstone” lost out to the lower-profile “The Call,” starring Halle Berry as an emergency call line operator. According to an … Read more
