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BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA - In Theaters February 16, 2007

AnnaSophia Robb and Josh Hutcherson

Director: Gabor Csupo
Cast: Robert Patrick, Zooey Deschanel, Annasophia Robb, Josh Hutcherson, Lauren Clinton
Synopsis: Based on the popular Newbery Award-winning novel, BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA is a fantasy/adventure story of friendship, family and the power of imagination from the producers of 'The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe.' Jess Aarons (JOSH HUTCHERSON) is an outsider at school and even in his own family. Jess has trained all summer to become the fastest kid in his middle school class but his goal is unexpectedly thwarted by the new girl in school, Leslie Burke (ANNASOPHIA ROBB) who competes in the 'boys only' race and wins. Despite their awkward introduction, the two outsiders quickly become best friends. Leslie loves to tell stories of fantasy and magic. Jess loves to draw, but until he met Leslie it was something he kept to himself. Leslie opens a new world of imagination for Jess. Together they create the secret kingdom of Terabithia, a magical place only accessible by swinging on an old rope over a stream in the woods near their homes. There, the friends rule the kingdom, fight the Dark Master and his creatures and plot against the school bullies. Thanks to his friendship with Leslie, Jess is changed for good. Brimming with fantastical creatures, palaces and beautiful forests, the world of Terabithia is brought to life by the amazing Academy Award®-winning visual effects wizards at Weta Digital ("The Lord of the Rings," "King Kong").

WILD HOGS - In Theaters March 2, 2007

(from l-r) John Travolta, Martin Lawrence, William H. Macy and Tim Allen

Director: Cast: Tim Allen, John Travolta, Martin Lawrence, William H. Macy, Marisa Tomei, Jill Hennessy, Ray Liotta
Synopsis: Tim Allen, John Travolta, Martin Lawrence and William H. Macy hit the road in this rollicking comedy-adventure about a group of middle-aged friends who decide to rev up their routine suburban lives with a freewheeling motorcycle trip. Taking a long dreamed-of breather from their stressful jobs and family responsibilities, they can’t wait to feel the freedom of the open road.

When this mis-matched foursome, who have grown far more used to the couch than the saddle, set out for this once-in-a-lifetime experience - they encounter a world that holds far more than they ever bargained for. The trip begins to challenge their wits and their luck, especially during a chance run-in with the Del Fuegos, a real-life biker gang who are less than amused with their novice approach.

As they go looking for adventure, they soon find that they’ve embarked on a journey they will never forget.

PRIMEVAL - In Theaters April 13, 2007

Director: Michael Katleman
Cast: Dominic Purcell, Orlando Jones, Brooke Langton, Jurgen Prochnow
Synopsis: In one of the most remote places on earth, a bloodthirsty serial killer has claimed over 300 victims, and is still at large to this day. Now, inspired by the true story of the world’s most prolific killer, comes PRIMEVAL, a nail-biting horror-thriller that follows an American news crew determined to capture this terrifying murderer alive. The danger begins as producer Tim Freeman (DOMINIC PURCELL, “Prison Break”), cameraman Steven Johnson (ORLANDO JONES) and their rag-tag team set out on a journey up-river in search of their subject. But the deeper they probe into the mystery of this elusive assassin, the deadlier their trip becomes.

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: AT WORLD'S END - In Theaters May 25, 2007

Captain Barbossa Elizabeth Swann and Captain Jack Sparrow

Director: Gore Verbinski
Cast: Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley, Geoffrey Rush, Chow Yun-Fat
Synopsis: In the follow-up to the record-breaking smash 2006 hit PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MAN’S CHEST, we find our heroes Will Turner (Orlando Bloom), Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley) allied with Captain Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush) in a desperate quest to free Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) from his mind-bending trap in Davy Jones’ locker – while the terrifying ghost ship, The Flying Dutchman and Davy Jones, under the control of the East India Trading Company, wreaks havoc across the Seven Seas. Navigating through treachery, betrayal and wild waters, they must forge their way to exotic Singapore and confront the cunning Chinese Pirate Sao Feng (Chow Yun-Fat). Now headed beyond the very ends of the earth, each must ultimately choose a side in a final, titanic battle – as not only their lives and fortunes, but the entire future of the freedom-loving Pirate way, hangs in the balance.

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Gore Verbinski from a screenplay written by Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio, our beloved cast sets sail once again on a fresh new adventure in May 2007.

RATATOUILLE - In Theaters June 29, 2007

Director: Brad Bird
Cast: Patton Oswalt, Brian Dennehy, Brad Garrett, Janeane Garofalo, Ian Holm
Synopsis: After taking audiences on incredible journeys to the worlds of cars, superheroes, fish and toys, only the amazing storytellers at Pixar Animation Studios (“Cars,” “Finding Nemo,” “The Incredibles”) could create an entirely new and original world where the unthinkable combination of 5-star restaurants and rats come together for the ultimate fish-out-of-water tale.

In the new animated-adventure, RATATOUILLE, a rat named Remy dreams of becoming a great French chef despite his family’s wishes and the obvious problem of being a rat in a decidedly rodent-phobic profession. When fate places Remy in the sewers of Paris, he finds himself ideally situated beneath a restaurant made famous by his culinary hero, Auguste Gusteau. Despite the apparent dangers of being an unlikely - and certainly unwanted - visitor in the kitchen of a fine French restaurant, Remy’s passion for cooking soon sets into motion a hilarious and exciting rat race that turns the culinary world of Paris upside down.

Remy finds himself torn between his calling and passion in life or returning forever to his previous existence as a rat. He learns the truth about friendship, family and having no choice but to be who he really is, a rat who wants to be a chef. Directed by Academy Award®-winning Brad Bird (“The Incredibles”) and co-directed by Academy Award®-winning Jan Pinkava (“Geri’s Game”), RATATOUILLE is slated for release on June 29, 2007.

UNDERDOG - In Theaters Summer 2007

Jim Belushi and Peter Dinklage

Director: Frederik Du Chau
Cast: Jim Belushi, Peter Dinklage, John Slattery, Patrick Warburton, Brad Garrett, Amy Adams, and Jason Lee as the voice of Underdog
Synopsis: “There’s no need to fear. Underdog is here!” The superhero canine with a gift for rhyme returns in an all new live-action re-imagination of the classic cartoon, UNDERDOG.

After an accident in the mysterious lab of maniacal scientist Dr. Simon Barsinister (PETER DINKLAGE), an ordinary beagle unexpectedly finds himself with unimaginable powers and the ability to speak. Armed with a fetching superhero costume, UNDERDOG (voiced by comedian JASON LEE) vows to protect the beleaguered citizens of Capitol City and, in particular, one beautiful spaniel named Polly Purebread (voiced by Academy Award® nominee AMY ADAMS). When a sinister plot by Barsinister and his overgrown henchman Cad (PATRICK WARBURTON) threatens to destroy Capitol City only UNDERDOG can save the day.

Utilizing state-of-the-art CGI special effects mixed with live-action, UNDERDOG flies into theaters in summer 2007.

ENCHANTED - In Theaters November 21, 2007

Amy Adams

Director: Kevin Lima
Cast: Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, Timothy Spall, Idina Menzel, Rachel Covey, Susan Sarandon
Synopsis: A classic Disney animated fairy tale meets with the modern, live-action romantic comedy in Walt Disney Pictures’ ENCHANTED. Featuring an all-star cast, the film follows the beautiful princess Giselle (AMY ADAMS) as she is banished by an evil queen (SUSAN SARANDON) from her magical, musical animated land and finds herself in the gritty reality of the streets of modern-day Manhattan. Shocked by this strange new environment that doesn’t operate on a “happily ever after” basis, Giselle is now adrift in a chaotic world badly in need of enchantment. But when Giselle begins to fall in love with a charmingly flawed divorce lawyer (PATRICK DEMPSEY) who has come to her aid -- even though she is already promised to a perfect fairy tale prince (JAMES MARSDEN) back home – she has to wonder: can a storybook view of romance survive in the real world?

ENCHANTED is directed by Kevin Lima (“Tarzan,” “Eloise At Christmastime”) from a screenplay written by Bill Kelly (“Blast From the Past”) and will feature original songs from the reunited team of acclaimed composer Alan Menken and lyricist Stephen Schwartz (“Pocahontas,” “Hunchback of Notre Dame”).

THE GAME PLAN - In Theaters TBD 2007

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Roselyn Sanchez

Director: Andy Fickman
Cast: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Roselyn Sanchez, Kyra Sedgwick, Morris Chestnut, Madison Pettis, Gordon Clapp
Synopsis: THE GAME PLAN tells the story of rugged superstar quarterback Joe Kingman (DWAYNE “THE ROCK” JOHNSON), whose Boston-based team is chasing a championship. A ‘serial bachelor’, Kingman is living the ultimate fantasy: he’s rich, famous and the life of the party. But this dream is suddenly sacked for a loss when he discovers the 7-year-old daughter (newcomer MADISON PETTIS) he never knew he had – the product of a last fling before parting years ago with his young wife. Now, during the most important time in his career, he must figure out how to juggle his parties, practices and dates with the newfound ballet classes, bedtime stories and dolls that come with his daughter. Equally perplexed is his hard-edged mega-agent, Stella (KYRA SEDGWICK), herself without a parental bone in her body. Despite the often hilarious misadventures that come with being a new father, Joe discovers that’s there’s more to life than money, endorsements and thousands of adoring fans: the love and care of one very special small fan is the only thing that matters.

Source: disney.com

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

LIVE SUNDANCE FESTIVAL COVERAGE!

2007 Sundance Film Festival coverage from iKlipz.

Sundance Bizarro: "Screech" Schwag-A-Thon
"Screech" vs. Gary Coleman in a Sundance Schwag-a-ton.

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Sundance Film Festival 07: SXSW Cocktail Party
Sundance kicks off with the SXSW Cocktail party. Tamara Krinsky talks with SXSW festival producer Matt Dentter, DJ Spooky, Steven Beer & Gary Rubin on advice, films, & surviving Sundance.

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In the Can: THE TEN
Film critic Cameron Bailey talks to THE TEN director David Wain and actors Gretchen Mol, Famke Janssen, Ken Marino and Paul Rudd.

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Source: crewcreative.com

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

STARTER FOR 10 TRAILER PREMIERE

In Theaters February 16, 2007

James McAvoy and Rebecca Hall

Director: Tom Vaughan
Cast: James McAvoy, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rebecca Hall, Charles Dance, Dominic Cooper, Ian Bonar, James Corden
Synopsis: From Playtone and producers Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman, and Pippa Harris, Starter For 10 is a romantic comedy set in the mid-80s about a working-class kid struggling to make his way in the rarified world of upper-class BritishUniversity. On his way to achieving his long-held ambition to appear on the British TV Quiz Show, University Challenge, he falls in love with his beautiful teammate and forms a plan to win her heart through his advanced general knowledge skills. Starter For 10 is a bittersweet comedy about loyalty, class, falling in love and the difference between knowledge and wisdom.

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Source: deep-focus.net

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

HANNIBAL RISING FINAL TRAILER

In Theaters February 9, 2007

Gaspard Ulliel stars as Hannibal Lecter

Director: Peter Webber
Cast: Gong Li, Dominic West, Gaspard Ulliel, Rhys Ifans, Richard Brake
Synopsis: In RED DRAGON we learned who he was. In SILENCE OF THE LAMBS we learned how he did it. Now comes the most chilling chapter in the life of Hannibal Lecter – the one that answers the most elusive question of all - why? HANNIBAL RISING marks the first time in the award-winning series that best selling author Thomas Harris (Red Dragon, Silence of the Lambs) writes the screenplay – reaching back to explore the origins of Lecter's rage, terror and savagery. The story begins in Eastern Europe at the desperate end of World War II. For many it was no longer a conflict of nations but one of individual survival–at any cost.

A young Hannibal watches from only steps away as his parents violently die, leaving his cherished young sister in his care. This horrific moment will soon pale in comparison to the atrocities he is forced to witness, changing him forever. Alone and without any means of support, he is forced to live in a Soviet orphanage that once served as his family's beloved home. He flees to Paris to find his uncle has died but his beautiful and mysterious Japanese widow, Lady Murasaki (Gong Li) welcomes him. Even her kindness and love cannot soothe the nightmares and sorrows that plague him.

Showing a cunning aptitude for science he is accepted into medical school, which serves to hone his skills and provide the tools to exact justice on the war criminals that haunt him day and night. This quest will ignite an insatiable lust within a serial killer who was not born, but made.

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Source: deep-focus.net

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

ALICIA KEYS PROMOTES HER NEW MOVIE 'SMOKIN' ACES' AT BET'S 106 & PARK

New York City, USA - 22.01.07

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

AMAZING GRACE POSTER AND PRODUCTION STILLS

In Theaters February 23, 2007

"You may choose to look the other way but you can never again say you did not know." - William Wilberforce, 1789

Director: Michael Apted
Cast: Ioan Gruffudd, Albert Finney, Benedict Cumberbatch, Michael Gambon, Romola Garai
Synopsis: From acclaimed director Michael Apted (The World is Not Enough, Coal Miner's Daughter) comes Amazing Grace, a moving historical epic about the life of antislavery pioneer William Wilberforce. Amazing Grace follows Wilberforce's career through his 20's and 30's, as he and his fellow humanitarians make the issue of slavery a talking point, not only in political circles, but also throughout the country. They wage the first modern political campaign, using petitions, boycotts, mass meetings and even badges with slogans to take their message to the country at large

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

SPEARS SHOPS FOR SEXY LINGERIE WITH SON

BRITNEY SPEARS has sparked outrage once again after shopping for sexy lingerie in West Hollywood with her young son at her side.

BRITNEY SPEARS

The TOXIC star, who has regularly been seen out partying since filing for divorce from husband KEVIN FEDERLINE in November (06), was spotted with her 16-month-old son SEAN PRESTON at Trashy Lingerie on Sunday (21JAN07).

Spears, who was famously snapped without her panties at one late-night party, was followed to the store by a pack of paparazzi.

The singer told the snappers she was still dating model ISAAC COHEN, despite telling them last week (18JAN07), "Me and Isaac, we're not together, by they way."

The couple recently shared a lavish weekend getaway in Las Vegas and Spears said she was picking up a special Valentine's Day (14FEB07) outfit to wear for her new beau.

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

BILLY JOEL LANDS NATIONAL ANTHEM HONOUR AT THE SUPER BOWL

Rocker BILLY JOEL will perform the American National Anthem at the Super Bowl next month (FEB07).

Billy Joel performing at The Today Show Toyota concert series at the Rockefeller Plaza. New York City, USA - 22.09.06

The PIANO MAN singer will take to the field at Miami, Florida's Dolphin Stadium with the Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts to sing before the two American football giants compete for the sport's championship on 4 February (07).

The six-time Grammy Award winner becomes the first performer to sing the National Anthem at the Super Bowl twice - he also performed at the big game in 1989.

Joel will join PRINCE as part of the Super Bowl's star-studded line-up. Prince will provide the entertainment at half-time.

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

BREACH IMAGES AND TRAILER

In Theaters February 16, 2007

Director: Billy Ray
Cast: Ryan Phillippe, Chris Cooper, Laura Linney
Synopsis: Inspired by true events, Breach is a dramatic thriller set inside the halls of the FBI—the gatekeeper of the nation's most sensitive and potentially volatile secrets. When young Eric O'Neill (Phillippe) is promoted out of his low-level surveillance job and into the headquarters of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, his dream of becoming a full-fledged agent is on the verge of becoming reality. Even more impressive, O'Neill is hand picked to work for renowned operative Robert Hanssen (Cooper) within "information assurance," a new division created to protect all classified FBI Intelligence. But O'Neill is quickly confronted with the true reason behind his hire: Hanssen is the sole subject of a long-term, top-secret investigation, a suspected mole made all the more dangerous by the sheer global import of the information he is charged with protecting. The Bureau asks O'Neill to use Hanssen's growing trust and slowly draw the traitor out of deep cover.

Engaged in a lethal game of spy-versus-spy without the benefit of a cover story or backup, O'Neill finds himself fighting to bring down Hanssen before the treacherous double-agent can destroy O'Neill, his family and the nation they are both sworn to serve.

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Source: specialopsmedia.com

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

MEET BLACKGROUND RECORDS' NEW PHENOMENON LAX!

Release Date: Spring 2007

LAX

LAX is a hot new trio and the latest sensation from Blackground Records, the same label that brought you pop greats like JoJo and Aaliyah. Not to be mistaken for the airport but equally airborne and international, LAX stands for "Los Angeles' Finest X-port." The group's members hail from Southern California, and they represent a rich ethnic diversity: Just as LA offers the world a colorful tapestry of races and cultures, so does LAX.

LAX is currently taxiing on the runway, laying down more tracks for the much-anticipated lift off of their debut album due this spring. Their first single, "Forget You" is an upbeat pop anthem about love and loss. It's already getting heavy airplay on R&B and pop radio stations. "We're young and different because we do it all and don't look the same," says Jamie. "We're real teenagers."

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Source: specialopsmedia.com

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

SIMPSON CAUGHT UP IN SECURITY VS PAPARAZZI FRACAS

JESSICA SIMPSON was caught up in the middle of a brawl while she was shopping at the weekend (20-21JAN06), when a security guard charged at over-zealous paparazzi.

JESSICA SIMPSON

The pop star/actress was walking around a Los Angeles shopping centre when a mall security officer took offence at photographers who ignored his demands to back off Simpson and let her shop in peace.

The DUKES OF HAZZARD star was not injured in the fracas and was left to continue her shopping spree in peace.

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

THE INVISIBLE NEW RELEASE DATE

In Theaters April 27, 2007

Director: David S. Goyer
Cast: Justin Chatwin, Marcia Gay Harden
Synopsis: From the producers of "The Sixth Sense" and the co-writer of "Batman Begins," THE INVISIBLE is a supernatural thriller about a writer who finds himself trapped between the world of the living and the dead-completely invisible to the living. Nick (JUSTIN CHATWIN) has a bright future until he is brutally attacked and left for dead. Now in limbo, his only chance to live again is to figure out the mystery of what happened to him and why, before his time runs out. But how do you solve a murder, when the victim is you?

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Source: newmediastrategies.net

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

BASS' BOYFRIEND PHILOSOPHICAL ABOUT WASHINGTON'S 'F' WORD CONTROVERSY

LANCE BASS' gay lover REICHEN LEHMKUHL is glad ISAIAH WASHINGTON's 'faggot' outburst has turned the public against the actor - because it will hopefully prompt people to think twice before using the 'f' word.

REICHEN LEHMKUHL at Power Premiere Awards honoring the 10 Amazing Gay Women in Hollywood held at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Beverly Hills, California - 12.11.06

The former model has written a new book about his nightmare experiences as a homosexual in the military, and he believes the Washington controversy will further help people understand what gay men have to put up with.

Lehmkuhl says, "It (Washington's controversy) dumps a lot of emotion on me. I think it brings the issue to light. A lot of people learn, when you use this word now, it's not OK."

Washington has officially apologised for his use of the 'f' word at the Golden Globe Awards last week (15JAN07), admitting, in a statement released last week (18JAN07), he needs help.

The controversy first came to light last October (06) when Washington referred to gay GREY'S ANATOMY castmate TR KNIGHT as a "faggot" in a heated on-set row with co-star PATRICK DEMPSEY.

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

SUNDANCE: THE VIRAL VIDEO

Online Video Artist Casimir Nozkowski headed to Sundance to create a humorous 7 part video series on the festival.

Casimir Nozkowski

Los Angeles, CA— The Daily Reel, where the best in Online Video and User Generated Content is showcased has dispatched online video artist Casimir Nozkowski and his crew to Sundance to create a series of online videos from the venerable independent film festival, which will be live on the website starting next Monday (www.thedailyreel.com).

Nozkowski and his creative partners, Dallas Penn (dallaspenn.com) and Rafi Kam (ohword.com) will bring their unique brand of satire and urban survival tactics to the screening rooms, parties and swag lounges of Sundance in the ultimate creative mash-up between veteran independent filmmakers and the new world of online filmmaking.

Casimir and his creative team, who signed a content deal with The Daily Reel earlier this month, have had their work, including their most recent video "Bodega," viewed more than 65 million times. "This video series will be seen by more people in the next two weeks than all of the films at Sundance combined over the next year," said Jeff Stern co-founder of The Daily Reel.

The seven-part Sundance online video series is sponsored by GoDaddy.com(r), the world's largest domain name registrar (www.godaddy.com).

Video Part 1 - "Internets Celebrities: Episode 1"

Source: specialopsmedia.com

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

URBAN OPENS UP ABOUT REHAB STINT IN MOVING WEBSITE VIDEO

Troubled country star KEITH URBAN has opened his heart about his decision to enter a rehab facility to curb his alcoholism in a moving new video message.

Keith Urban performing at German TV show "Wetten Dass...". Friedrichshafen, Germany - 20.01.07

The candid footage, posted on his website, comes just a week after the Aussie singer confirmed he had completed treatment at the Betty Ford Clinic in California.

In the video, Urban, who checked in to rehab last October (06) after telling fans and friends he was struggling to stay sober, reveals, "There was no big, cataclysmic event that happened right before I went in.

"(Just) a lot of small things that were happening in my life, and a lot of small moments that were starting to accumulate that were telling me very loud and clear that I was a long way from my programme of recovery, and they were making my life unmanageable."

Urban admits the timing of his rehab stint couldn't have been worse: "It was far from an ideal time to go into treatment. While I was in there... I had my birthday... my record was released, I missed Thanksgiving, and all the holidays."

The singer, who is married to actress NICOLE KIDMAN, reveals he had planned a 30-day stay at the Betty Ford Center in Palm Springs, California, but his time there was extended.

He explains, "Thirty days became 60, 60 days became 90, and, with each week that passed, I found myself really learning to surrender."

Urban concludes the video with a special message to his wife, adding, "(She) stayed extraordinarily strong, and loving, and my friends and family were there. It's just been really overwhelming."

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

MEET THE ROBINSONS NEW POLICY TRAILER

In Theaters March 30, 2007

Director: Steve Anderson
Cast: Angela Bassett, Kelly Ripa, Tom Selleck, Adam West, Laurie Metcalf
Synopsis: Lewis is an orphan who dreams of finding a family. His journey takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious stranger named Wilbur Robinson whisks him away to a world where anything is possible…THE FUTURE. There, he meets an incredible assortment of characters and a family beyond his wildest imagination, The Robinsons, who help lead him on an amazing and hilarious adventure with heartfelt results. Based upon the book A Day with Wilbur Robinson by William Joyce.

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

PETA DISRUPT LOPEZ FRAGRANCE LAUNCH

LATEST: Members of animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) disrupted auditions for JENNIFER LOPEZ's online reality show on Friday (19JAN07) to protest her use of fur.

JENNIFER LOPEZ

An event held at a Macy's Department Store in Downey, California, to promote the star's latest perfume, Glow After Dark, turned nasty when activists posing as contestants hurled abuse at judges.

Several young women at the event were vying to become a 'Glow Girl' and win an appearance on Lopez's online project, GLOW AFTER DARK SHOW.

Two members from PETA disrupted the proceedings when they took to the stage and pretended to audition, but, instead, launched into a tirade against the singer/actress.

While onstage, one of the PETA protestors told judges, "I think the most important thing about being a diva... is not only being sexy and being stylish, but not wearing real f**king fur!" She then began chanting, "J.Lo, fur ho!"

The stunned master of ceremonies quickly marched the intruder off the stage.

PETA has frequently targeted the singer for wearing fur and using it in her clothing line. Lopez was not present at the event.

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO INTERVIEW WITH THE DIRECTORS OF JESUS CAMP

Check out this exclusive interview on LX.TV with the founders of LOKI FILMS, the production company that recently produced the new hit documentary Jesus Camp.

SuChin Pak sits down with LOKI founders Rachel Grady and Heidi Ewing to discuss their film production company, Jesus Camp, and the Ted Haggard controversy. Grady and Ewing touch on the cultural and political influences behind Jesus Camp, the political and cultural current state of the nation and the challenges that went into making the documentary. The interview provides insight into the world of documentary filmmaking and the strong influence films of this nature have.

Check out the three part interview here:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3

Source: specialopsmedia.com

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

JACKSON SUES JET COMPANY

Opening statements began yesterday (22JAN07) in a non-jury trial involving a lawsuit filed by pop star MICHAEL JACKSON against a charter jet company.

Michael Jackson at World Music Awards held at Earls Court. London, England - 15.11.06

The THRILLER singer is suing Xtra Jet, alleging employees of the company secretly taped him and his attorney while they were on a flight to Santa Barbara, California in 2003.

Jackson was flying from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara to surrender on child molestation charges.

Lawyers in the case waived their right to a jury so a Los Angeles Superior Court judge will decide the outcome.

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

NORBIT EXCLUSIVE BEHIND-THE-SCENES GAG REEL

In Theaters February 9, 2007

Director: Brian Robbins
Cast: Eddie Murphy, Thandie Newton, Cuba Gooding Jr, Eddie Griffin, Terry Crews

Synopsis: Eddie Murphy is Norbit, a man forced into an engagement with the obscene, junk-food-chugging Rasputia (also played by Murphy). Then Norbit's childhood sweetheart, Kate (Thandie Newton), moves back to town, and Norbit tries to get out of Rasputia's clutches.

"Norbit" Exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Gag Reel

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

SIMPSON AND LACHEY HEADING FOR UK CHART BATTLE

JESSICA SIMPSON and her ex-husband NICK LACHEY will battle it out in the UK singles chart next week (begs29JAN06), when they simultaneously release songs about their failed relationship.

NICK LACHEY and JESSICA SIMPSON at MTV VMA (Video Music Awards) 2005. Miami, Florida - 28.08.05

Simpson releases her track A PUBLIC AFFAIR to counter Lachey's WHAT'S LEFT OF ME, and even plays on the upcoming battle in her press release.

Her publicity statement reads, "The fabulous Jessica Simpson NICKs the spotlight on 29 January..."

Simpson and Lachey split in November 2005 after three years of marriage, and were divorced in June 2006.

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

ALLEN HITS OUT AT BRIT RIVALS

British pop star LILY ALLEN has hit out Brit Awards nominees who are trying to boost their chances of landing a gong with online campaigns.

LILY ALLEN

The SMILE singer will contest the Best British Solo Artist, Best British Breakthrough Act, Best British Single and Best British Album categories at next month's (FEB07) ceremony, but she refuses to go out of her way to secure support.

She says, "I know everyone's doing online campaigns to try and win a Brit Award but I think that's a bit whack."

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

SIR ANTHONY HOPKINS TAKES A WALK DOWN MAIN STREET DURING THE 2007 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL

Park City, Utah - 21.01.07

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

BONO ENTERS INTO BUSINESS VENTURE WITH US STUDENTS

The clothing company founded by BONO and his wife has entered into a business venture with US college students in Florida, who will sell the firm's products.

Ali Hewson and Bono at Edun One UK launch party held at Harvey Nichols. London, England - 18.10.09

Students at Miami University's Centre for Social Entrepreneurship will buy cotton T-shirts produced by Edun Apparel in Africa, and sell them on at a profit to other organisations.

The U2 frontman set up the company with wife ALI HEWSON in 2005 to boost trade and jobs in developing countries, under the slogan "trade, not aid".

It is believed similar deals will be agreed with other US colleges in the near future.

Source: WENN

| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

PARIS PLEADS NO CONTEST TO DRIVING CHARGE

LATEST: PARIS HILTON has been placed on 36 months probation and ordered to pay fines after pleading no contest to reckless driving yesterday (22JAN07).

PARIS HILTON

The socialite's plea was offered by her legal team because the 25-year-old did not appear in court.

An original charge of driving under the influence was reduced.

As part of the plea deal, Hilton has also agreed to attend an alcohol rehabilitation programme.

Hilton was arrested in September (06) after police pulled her over for weaving her Mercedes-Benz through Hollywood. They alleged she appeared intoxicated and failed a field sobriety test.

The socialite insisted she had only consumed a single margarita at a charity event.

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

SHARON STONE AT ARTPEACE GALLERY FIRST ANNIVERSARY

Artpeace Gallery, Burbank, California - 20.01.07

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

WASHINGTON MEETS WITH GAY LEADERS

LATEST: Disgraced GREY'S ANATOMY star ISAIAH WASHINGTON met with leaders of the Gay + Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) yesterday (22JAN07) to address his recent homophobic remarks.

ISAIAH WASHINGTON

In a statement last week (18JAN07), Washington declared he needed help after lying about using the word "faggot" to describe gay castmate TR KNIGHT.

He also agreed to meet with GLAAD leaders, who had requested the chance to sit and talk with the actor in a statement they released last week. That meeting took place yesterday, shortly after Washington fired his longtime publicist.

GLAAD officials were upset when the actor insisted he "did not call TR a faggot" during a Grey's Anatomy press conference backstage at the Golden Globe Awards last week (15JAN07). Knight went public two days later, revealing his co-star had called him a "faggot" during a heated row with castmate PATRICK DEMPSEY last October (06).

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

SMITH LOSES LATEST COURT BATTLE

LATEST: Troubled star ANNA NICOLE SMITH lost another battle in court yesterday (22JAN07), after a judge in the Bahamas threw out a case she had filed against her landlord.

ANNA NICOLE SMITH

The former reality TV star had sued G BEN THOMPSON claiming he had no basis for evicting her from her home because it had been given to her as a gift.

According to entertainment website TMZ.com, the latest ruling clears the way for Thompson to proceed with his eviction lawsuit against Smith.

Smith and Thompson were once romantically involved and he claims she told him he was the father of her baby, DANNIELYNN.

The former Playboy Playmate quickly recanted her claim after learning Thompson had undergone a vasectomy several years earlier.

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

DICAPRIO'S RELATIONSHIP ON THE ROCKS?

LEONARDO DiCAPRIO's relationship with Israeli model BAR RAFAELI is on the rocks, according to British media reports.

LEONARDO DiCAPRIO and BAR RAFAELI

THE DEPARTED actor allegedly had a furious phone row with 21-year-old Rafaeli during a visit to a London nightclub on Sunday night (21JAN06). He is in the UK promoting new movie BLOOD DIAMOND.

British newspaper the Daily Mirror reports the 32-year-old told Rafaeli, "I've had enough of this," as he sat at his table at the Aura nightspot.

A source adds, "His friends were having a good time but Leo just sat there looking really glum and texting all night.

"Then Leo's phone rang and he started having this heated conversation."

DiCaprio has been dating Rafaeli for almost a year. He split with longterm love GISELE BUNDCHEN in November 2005 after almost five years together.

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

TYSON PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO DRUG AND DRIVING CHARGES

Former heavyweight boxing champion MIKE TYSON yesterday (22JAN06) pleaded not guilty to drug offences and driving under the influence.

MIKE TYSON

The 40-year-old was indicted on felony possession of narcotics, felony possession of drug paraphernalia and two misdemeanour counts of driving under the influence of drugs after police found three bags of cocaine in his car last December (06), after stopping him for dangerous driving in Arizona.

Tyson spoke only to confirm his name and date of birth before Maricopa County Superior Court officials entered the plea on his behalf.

Maricopa County Attorney ANDREW THOMAS warned Tyson he is seeking a prison sentence if he is convicted of the charges.

He said, "He has run out of second chances, at least in my book."

If found guilty of all charges, Tyson could face seven-and-a-half years behind bars.

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

CHANNEL 4 HIT BY NEW RACISM ROW

British network Channel 4 has been hit with another reality TV racism row, after a contestant on SHIPWRECKED described black people as "really bad" during an episode broadcast on Sunday (21JAN06).

Channel 4 show CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER created controversy in both Britain and India over allegations Bollywood beauty SHILPA SHETTY was subjected to a torrent of racial abuse after entering the programme's sealed compound earlier this month (JAN07).

And now 18-year-old LUCY BUCHANAN has thrown Channel 4 back into the dock with her explosive comments advocating slavery, which were broadcast at 6.25pm local time.

She said, "I'm for the British Empire and things. I'm for slavery... My mind is completely open to different cultures - but I just do not think they should bring (black people) to Britain."

When Buchanan was confronted by other contestants on the show - which maroons young people on a desert island for three months - about her comments, she replied, "I'm afraid you have (a racist) here."

A spokesperson for Channel 4 insists, "It was very clear to the viewers that the others found those views offensive. She does change her mind through the course of the show.

"I'm not making excuses, but she's been in boarding school since she was four years old."

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

FORMER BAY CITY ROLLERS MANAGER FINED FOR SUPPLYING CANNABIS

Former BAY CITY ROLLERS manager TOM PATON was yesterday (22JAN06) fined GBP20,000 ($38,000) for supplying cannabis to two friends.

The ruling brings to a close a four-year court battle which also saw the 68-year-old ordered to surrender GBP180,000 ($342,000) in "crime proceeds" last month (DEC06).

Paton said outside Scotland's Edinburgh High Court, "We've got a wonderful justice system.

"I'll never get involved in anything like that again. Let it be a lesson to people."

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

REALITY ROYAL SPLITS FROM GIRLFRIEND

Royal reality TV star PRINCE LORENZO BORGHESE is single again after splitting up with the girl he picked to be his partner on America's THE BACHELOR.

The Italian hunk, an heir to an Italian cosmetics empire, has split from Florida schoolteacher JENNIFER WILSON after choosing her above 15 hopefuls on the ninth season of the hit dating show.

The 34-year-old prince asked the teacher to move to New York with him and presented her with a stunning diamond ring as a token of his affection.

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

JAZZ MUSICIAN CHEATHAM DIES

Jazz trombonist JIMMY CHEATHAM has died after a long battle with ill health. He was 82.

Cheatham died of heart-related problems in La Jolla, California on 12 January (07).

Cheatham, who underwent a heart-related procedure in December (06), was preparing to tour with his band, including a performance scheduled in May (07) at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington, DC.

In a decades-long career, Cheatham played bass trombone with DUKE ELLINGTON, LIONEL HAMPTON, and ORNETT COLEMAN. Most recently, he played with his wife, JEANNIE, in their SWEET BABY BLUES BAND, formed in the mid-1980s.

Cheatham took his knowledge and love of jazz into the classroom in 1971, when he was invited to teach jazz at Bennington College in Vermont.

In 1978, he was asked to head the jazz program at the University of California in San Diego, where he taught until retiring in 2005.

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

GRINT'S PAL PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO SEX ASSAULT

RUPERT GRINT's former best friend has pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from an alleged sex attack at the HARRY POTTER star's 18th birthday party last September (06).

JOSHUA LODGE, 18, was accompanied by his parents at St Albans Crown Court in England yesterday (22JAN06), and spoke only to confirm his name and enter a not guilty plea to the sexual activity with a child charge.

The case was adjourned until September (07) and Lodge was released on conditional bail.

Lodge's mother told reporters she feels sorry for Grint, saying, "He and Josh were best friends but now that's been ruined."

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

CARMEN ELECTRA OUTSIDE ABC STUDIOS FOR AN APPEARANCE ON 'LIVE WITH REGIS AND KELLY'

New York City, USA - 22.01.07

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

ELLE MACPHERSON LAUNCHES HER NEW EXCLUSIVE BOUDOIR COLLECTION AT SELFRIDGES

London, England - 22.01.07

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007

DVDS THIS WEEK

Release date: January 23, 2007

THE GUARDIAN

Cast: Ashton Kutcher, Kevin Costner, Melissa Sagemiller, Sela Ward, Clancy Brown

Synopsis: After losing his crew in a fatal crash, legendary Rescue Swimmer, Ben Randall (KEVIN COSTNER), is sent to teach at 'A' School, an elite training program for Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers. Wrestling with the loss of his crew members, he throws himself into teaching, turning the program upside down with his unorthodox training methods. While there, he encounters a young, cocky swim champ, Jake Fischer (ASHTON KUTCHER), who is driven to be the best. During training, Randall helps mold Jake's character, combining his raw talent with the heart and dedication required of a Rescue Swimmer.

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JESUS CAMP

Cast: Becky Fischer, Mike Papantonio

Synopsis: A growing number of Evangelical Christians believe there is a revival underway in America that requires Christian youth to assume leadership roles in advocating the causes of their religious movement. JESUS CAMP, directed by Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady, directors of the critically acclaimed The Boys of Baraka, follows Levi, Rachael, and Tory to Pastor Becky Fischer's 'Kids on Fire' summer camp in Devil's Lake, North Dakota, where kids as young as 6 years-old are taught to become dedicated Christian soldiers in 'God's army.' The film follows these children at camp as they hone their 'prophetic gifts' and are schooled in how to 'take back America for Christ.' The film is a first-ever look into an intense training ground that recruits born-again Christian children to become an active part of America's political future.

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SAW III

Cast: Bahar Soomekh, Dina Meyer, Shawnee Smith, Angus Macfadyen, Tobin Bell

Synopsis: Jigsaw has disappeared. With his new apprentice Amanda (Shawnee Smith), the puppet-master behind the cruel, intricate games that have terrified a community and baffled police has once again eluded capture and vanished. While city detectives scramble to locate him, Doctor Lynn Denlon (Bahar Soomekh) and Jeff (Angus Macfadyen) are unaware that they are about to become the latest pawns on his vicious chessboard.

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THIS FILM IS NOT YET RATED

Cast: Kevin Smith, Maria Bello, Darren Aronofsky, Kimberly Peirce, Kirby Dick

Synopsis: A breakthrough investigation into the MPAA film ratings system and its profound effect on American culture. The documentary asks whether Hollywood movies and independent films are rated equally for comparable content; whether sexual content in gay-themed movies is given harsher ratings penalties than their heterosexual counterparts; whether it makes sense that extreme violence is given an R rating while sexuality is banished to the cutting room floor; whether Hollywood studios receive detailed directions as to how to change an NC-17 film into an R, while independent film producers are left guessing; and finally, whether keeping the raters and the rating process secret leaves the MPAA entirely unaccountable for its decisions. 'This Film Is Not Yet Rated' was kept under wraps by the filmmakers during more than a year of research into the MPAA's rating practices. Director Kirby Dick interviews filmmakers, critics, attorneys, authors and educators. Ultimately, Dick tries to uncover Hollywood's best-kept secret - the identities of the ratings board members themselves.

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BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN

Cast: Anna Faris, Anne Hathaway, Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Williams

Synopsis: Brokeback Mountain is a sweeping epic that explores the lives of two young men, a ranch hand and a rodeo cowboy, who meet in the summer of 1963 and unexpectedly forge a lifelong connection. The complications, joys and heartbreak they experience provide a testament to the endurance and power of love. Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal deliver emotionally charged, remarkably moving performances in 'a movie that is destined to become one of the great classics of our time' (Clay Smith, The Insider).

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| Tuesday, January 23, 2007