**Reese Witherspoon Marries Jim Toth! **Sandra Bullock Gets 'Extremely Loud' in Brooklyn **Penelope Cruz: I Love Karaoke Rapping! **Kate Winslet stops by The View

Sat, 26 March 2011
Sandra Bullock Gets 'Extremely Loud' in Brooklyn

Sandra Bullock walks around the set of her latest movie, Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, on Friday (March 25) in Brooklyn, NYC.


Earlier in the day, the 46-year-old actress was spotted leaving her Manhattan apartment carrying a Walton’s Fancy & Staple tote bag.


Sandra, along with her sister Gesine Bullock-Prado, opened Walton’s in 2009.


The bakery, deli, and florist shop in Austin, Texas serves some tasty treats developed by Gesine, who also owns a baking business in Vermont.


Earlier in the week, Sandra enjoyed some downtime with her son Louis at a playground in NYC.
http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/26/sandra-bullock-gets-extremely-loud-in-brooklyn/






Sat, 26 March 2011 Reese Witherspoon Marries Jim Toth!

Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth are now husband and wife, JustJared.com confirmed!


The couple tied the knot in front of family and friends at Reese’s ranch on Saturday (March 26) in Ojai, Calif. Her kids, Ava, 11 and Deacon, 7, attended the ceremony with Reese’s first husband Ryan Phillippe.


According to Us Weekly, Reese wore a custom-designed Monique Lhuillier gown for the big day.


Isla Fisher, who is also represented by Jim’s talent agency, was also in attendance at the wedding, along with Renee Zellweger, Alyssa Milano, Salma Hayek, Tobey Maguire, and Robert Downey Jr.


Reese, 35, and Jim, an agent at Hollywood talent agency CAA, got engaged in December after a year of dating.


Congrats to the happy couple!!!
http://justjared.buzznet.com/tags/renee-zellweger/  






General Views Outside The Reese Witherspoon And Jim Toth Wedding
General Views outside the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa where Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth are getting married today in Ojai, CA. The police were there to block non-invited guests from gaining access to the wedding. Colin Hanks and his wife Samantha Bryant were seen arriving on a bus with other guests. (March 26, 2011 - Photo by Photo Agency) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/MwZTR23CQxR/General+Views+Outside+Reese+Witherspoon+Jim








Sat, 26 March 2011 Penelope Cruz: I Love Karaoke Rapping!

Penelope Cruz makes an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Thursday (March 24) in Hollywood.


The 36-year-old actress, in a black Roland Mouret dress, chatted about her new film, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, her hubby Javier Bardem, and an unknown talent!


“I like rapping at karaoke, but I only know one song,” she told Jimmy.


“Eminem. ‘Two trailer park girls go round the outside,’” she said, referring to the rapper’s song “Without Me.”


“A lot of people are embarrassed to say they like karaoke. I have a karaoke [machine] at home and I’m one of those people that do it by themselves when they’re alone and I’m not embarrassed to say [it]!” she added.


FYI: Penelope finished off her look with Brian Atwood “Maniac” pumps.
http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/26/penelope-cruz-i-love-karaoke-rapping/








Sat, 26 March 2011 Kate Winslet: I've Got A Potty Mouth

Kate Winslet stops by The View on Friday (March 25) in New York City.


The 35-year-old British actress chatted about her new HBO miniseries, Mildred Pierce, and confessed that like co-star Melissa Leo - who infamously dropped the F-bomb during her Oscars speech - she has a “potty mouth.”


“Yeah. An actual fact: on Mildred Pierce, they very kindly when we wrapped the whole production, they made me a little gag reel of my own,” she shared.


“I thought I can show [my] children this … all those silly bits. [I] put it on, three seconds later, off! I was like, um, yes, we’ll watch that when you’re 18. Hearing mummy say things that they’ve never heard mummy say before!” she said.
http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/26/kate-winslet-ive-got-a-potty-mouth/

**Tina Fey, Jane Krakowski and Alec Baldwin are all spotted filming 30 Rock **Sandra Bullock and Tom Hanks The Set Of 'Extremely Loud And Incredibly Close' **Matt Damon and a Grizzly Bear on Set 3

Tina Fey, dressed as an inmate, walks to the set of her hit TV show "30 Rock", filming in Central Park

 

Tina Fey, dressed as an inmate, walks to the set of her hit TV show "30 Rock", filming in Central Park

In This Photo: Tina Fey

Tina Fey, Jane Krakowski and Alec Baldwin are all spotted filming a scene for their hit TV show "30 Rock" in Central Park. Fey was dressed as an inmate, wearing a bright orange jumpsuit and blue bandana on her head. Krakowski was dressed up in a furry dog suit with a red leash around her neck and filmed a scene with a man wearing a leather hood over his head.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/h7jvpxzX5xP/Tina+Fey+dressed+inmate+walks+set+hit+TV+show

 

 

 

Jane Krakowski dresses as a giant dog as she joins Tina Fey on the set of "30 Rock" in New York

WOOF WOOF! Jane Krakowski dresses as a giant dog as she joins Tina Fey on the set of "30 Rock" in New York

In This Photo: Tina Fey, Jane Krakowski

WOOF WOOF! Jane Krakowski dresses as a giant dog as she joins Tina Fey on the set of "30 Rock" in New York.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com)

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/etbB_5fZNpL/WOOF+WOOF+Jane+Krakowski+dresses+giant+dog

 

 

Tina Fey And Jane Krakowski On The Set Of '30 Rock'

Actresses Tina Fey and Jane Krakowski walk to the set wearing costumes to film a scene for '30 Rock' in Central Park, NYC. Jane was dressed in a dog suit and Tina was wearing a community service outfit and was cleaning the park.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by Photo Agency) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/rQsUuGXSd_5/Tina+Fey+Jane+Krakowski+Set+30+Rock

 

Jane Krakowski and Tina Fey on Set

Jane Krakowski dresses as a giant dog as she joins Tina Fey on the set of "30 Rock" in New York.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/93eCNhoGk6v/Jane+Krakowski+Tina+Fey+Set

 

 

 

 

'30 Rock' films in Central Park

'30 Rock' films in Central Park

The cast of '30 Rock', Tina Fey, Jane Krakowski, Tracy Morgan and Alec Baldwin, film some wacky scenes for an upcoming episode in Central Park. Fey appears as though her character is performing some community service by cleaning up the park when she runs in to Krakowski's character who is dressed in a furry dog costume and is followed by a masked man on a leash.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/Cn74p5k4lfV/30+Rock+films+in+Central+Park

 

 

Tom Hanks Doing His Own Stunts On The Set Of 'Extremely Loud And Incredibly Close'

 

Tom Hanks Doing His Own Stunts On The Set Of 'Extremely Loud And Incredibly Close'

In This Photo: Tom Hanks

Actor Tom Hanks films exterior scenes for 'Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close' in Central Park, NYC. Tom can be seen doing his own stunt by jumping off a swing.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by Photo Agency) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/uvboRRE9VFU/Tom+Hanks+Doing+Own+Stunts+Set+Extremely+Loud

 

 

 

Tom Hanks on the set of "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close", filming on location in Central Park

Tom Hanks on the set of "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close", filming on location in Central Park

In This Photo: Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks sips on some apple juice and goes for a swing on the set of "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close", filming on location in Central Park.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/Hsix-cveX2R/Tom+Hanks+set+Extremely+Loud+Incredibly+Close

 

 

 

Tom Hanks Swinging On The Set Of 'Extremely Loud And Incredibly Close'

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/0nACEUkX4Cv/Tom+Hanks+Swinging+Set+Extremely+Loud+Incredibly

 

 

Sandra Bullock Leaving The Set Of 'Extremely Loud And Incredibly Close'

Actress Sandra Bullock leaves the set of 'Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close' in Central Park, NYC.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by Photo Agency) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/1MlriK79G5E/Sandra+Bullock+Leaving+Set+Extremely+Loud

 

Hanks swings in Cenral Park

Tom Hanks films scenes for "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" in Central Park. Hanks is particularly animated as he pumps his legs to get a swing moving and later enjoys a tiny juice box in front of a tree.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/8nhkg5C6lv3/Hanks+swings+in+Cenral+Park

 

 

 

Matt Damon and a Grizzly Bear on Set 3

 

Matt Damon and a Grizzly Bear on Set 3

In This Photo: Matt Damon

Matt Damon comes into close contact with a real-life grizzly bear on the set of his upcoming film "We Bought A Zoo." The large furry bear is seen walking back and forth on a closed off street with Damon and his co-stars inside a Ford vehicle. The bear's trainer is seen making a hand signal to get the bear's attention towards Damon's car window - and at one point mounts himself on Matt's car, blocking Damon inside the car.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/Q0BQ6cOGFNC/Matt+Damon+Grizzly+Bear+Set+3

 

 

 

Matt Damon and a Grizzly Bear on Set 2

Matt Damon films scenes for his latest film "We Bought A Zoo", with a bear.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/JKaHnArzj9_/Matt+Damon+Grizzly+Bear+Set+2

 

 

Matt Damon and a Grizzly Bear on Set

Matt Damon comes into close contact with a real-life grizzly bear on the set of his upcoming film "We Bought A Zoo." The large furry bear is seen walking back and forth on a closed off street with Damon and his co-stars inside a Ford vehicle. The bear's trainer is seen making a hand signal to get the bear's attention towards Damon's car window.

( March 22, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/Svo-FsZjK-d/Matt+Damon+Grizzly+Bear+Set

**Sandra Bullock & Tom Hanks Get 'Extremely Loud' **Matt Bomer: Rainy Day on 'White Collar' Set **Katie Holmes: 'The Decision' Premieres Tonight! **George Clooney: Let's Play Ball! **Abbie Cornish Covers 'Nylon' April 2011

Tue, 22 March 2011
Sandra Bullock & Tom Hanks Get 'Extremely Loud'

Sandra Bullock walks to the set of her film Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close in a pair of Ugg boots on Tuesday (March 22) in New York.


The 46-year-old actress was joined on set by her on-screen husband and son, Tom Hanks and Thomas Horn, who filmed a scene at a park.


Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close follows a 9-year-old boy (Horn) who searches for the key to the mysterious lock left by his father (Hanks) who was killed in the September 11th attacks.


10+ pictures inside of Sandra Bullock and Tom Hanks on set…  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/22/sandra-bullock-tom-hanks-film-extremely-loud/






Tue, 22 March 2011
Matt Bomer: Rainy Day on 'White Collar' Set

Matt Bomer carries an umbrella to avoid the rain in New York City on Monday (March 22) as he walks to the set of his TV show, White Collar.


Joining the 33-year-old actor on set was his co-star, Tiffani Thiessen, and her husband, Brady Smith!


In between shooting scenes, Tiffani spent time with her 9-month-old daughter, Harper, and took a Blackberry break to catch up on emails.


10+ pictures inside of Matt Bomer and Tiffani Thiessen on the set of White Collar… http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/22/matt-bomer-rainy-day-on-white-collar-set/








Tue, 22 March 2011
Katie Holmes: 'The Decision' Premieres Tonight!

Katie Holmes stars in The Decision, a short film, premiering Tuesday (March 22) in New York City!


The 32-year-old actress teamed up with John Frieda Precision Foam Colour to play Joan Hudson, a high profile actress who leaves her colorist and decides to take hair color into her own hands.


“I love the idea of doing a short film about something I feel is really important to women!” Katie said. “I also love being a part of promoting a product that is available to all women.”


The Decision will go live on Facebook.com/WhatsInTheBag after premiering in NYC tonight! http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/22/katie-holmes-john-frieda-the-decision-premieres-tonight/






Tue, 22 March 2011
George Clooney: Let's Play Ball!

George Clooney tosses around a neon green ball with a pal on the set of his new movie, The Ides of March, on Monday (March 21) in Bloomfield Hills, Mich.


On Friday, the 49-year-old actor was hard at work on the drama directing Ryan Gosling and Evan Rachel Wood.


George was also spotted shooting his own scenes. In addition to co-starring and directing the film, he co-wrote the screenplay!


15+ pictures inside of George Clooney playing ball… http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/22/george-clooney-lets-play-ball/






Tue, 22 March 2011
Abbie Cornish Covers 'Nylon' April 2011

Abbie Cornish graces one of five covers for Nylon’s April 2011.


The 28-year-old Aussie actress’ Sucker Punch co-stars - Vanessa Hudgens, Emily Browning, Jamie Chung, and Jena Malone - also got their own covers!


Abbie shared a funny story about her Limitless co-star, Bradley Cooper.


“One night I was having dinner with [him] and he was like, ‘If [the cast of the A-Team] had played paintball with [the cast of Sucker Punch] you would have kicked our butts.’ It’s like, ‘Yeah, we know,’” she told the mag.


“Abbie was a badass, I was scared of her,” added Jena.


FYI: Abbie is wearing Chinese Laundry’s “Hide and Seek” heels. http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/22/abbie-cornish-covers-nylon-april-2011/

**Joshua Jackson On Set Of "Fringe" **Sandra Bullock On Set Of "Extremely Close And Incredibly Loud"

Joshua Jackson On Set Of "Fringe"

 

Joshua Jackson On Set Of "Fringe"

In This Photo: Joshua Jackson

Canadian actor Joshua Jackson is seen with bruises and dirt all over his face on the set of "Fringe" in Vancouver. The scene appears to be taking place in the aftermath of an explosion.

( March 18, 2011 - Photo by Photo Agency) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/e1qtwLJibuY/Joshua+Jackson+Set+Fringe

 

 

 

Sandra Bullock On Set Of "Extremely Close And Incredibly Loud" 2

 

Sandra Bullock On Set Of "Extremely Close And Incredibly Loud" 2

In This Photo: Sandra Bullock

Actress Sandra Bullock films a scene with her co-star for 'Extremely Close and Incredibly Loud' in Brooklyn, NY.

( March 18, 2011 - Photo by Photo Agency)

http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/NqafcsIg9IL/Sandra+Bullock+Set+Extremely+Close+Incredibly

**Matthew Fox: 'I, Alex Cross' with Ed Burns! **Lea Michele & Ashton Kutcher filming New Years Eve **Sandra Bullock is on the set of "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" **Tina Fey Films '30 Rock'

Fri, 18 March 2011

Matthew Fox: 'I, Alex Cross' with Ed Burns!

Matthew Fox will play the villain in the detective thriller I, Alex Cross, which is based on the James Patterson book.

According to Deadline, the 44-year-old Lost actor will play Matthew Sullivan, aka “Butcher of Sligo,” who kills both for money and thrills.

Actor/writer/director Tyler Perry recently replaced Idris Elba in the role of famed detective Alex Cross. Ed Burns (Saving Private Ryan) also signed onto the movie as Tommy Kane, Cross’ partner.

Rob Cohen (The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor) will direct. http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/18/matthew-fox-i-alex-cross/

Fri, 18 March 2011
Lea Michele & Ashton Kutcher: Kiss Kiss!

Lea Michele heats things up as she kisses Ashton Kutcher on the streets of New York City while filming New Years Eve on Tuesday (March 15).


The 24-year-old Glee actress was excited to be filming in the middle of Times Square for the new romantic comedy.


“Back in Time Square!!!” Lea tweeted. “It’s so incredible to be here right in the middle of everything! The energy is unreal!!!”


The new movie, which opens December 9, also stars Carla Gugino, Robert De Niro, Jessica Biel, Abigail Breslin, Katherine Heigl, Josh Duhamel, Zac Efron, Sofía Vergara, Hilary Swank, John Stamos, Michelle Pfeiffer, Halle Berry, and Alyssa Milano. http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/18/lea-michele-ashton-kutcher-kiss-kiss/






Sandra Bullock films scenes for her upcoming film "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" in Brooklyn

 

Sandra Bullock films scenes for her upcoming film "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" in Brooklyn

In This Photo: Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock films scenes for her upcoming film "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" in Brooklyn. The actress has reportedly donated $1 million to the Red Cross for tsunami relief efforts in Japan.

( March 18, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/Qora1UN-iYq/Sandra+Bullock+films+scenes+upcoming+film

Sandra Bullock is spotted on the set of her upcoming movie "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" in multiple outfits

 

Sandra Bullock is spotted on the set of her upcoming movie "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" in multiple outfits

In This Photo: Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock is spotted on the set of her upcoming movie "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" in multiple outfits.

( March 18, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/32T08UlPAWB/Sandra+Bullock+spotted+set+upcoming+movie

Bullock on set

Sandra Bullock arrives on the set of 'Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close', filming at a scrap metal yard in Brooklyn.

( March 18, 2011 - Photo by Bauer Griffin) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/wW2RT-j6XV-/Bullock+on+set

Tina Fey Films '30 Rock'

 

Tina Fey Films '30 Rock'

In This Photo: Tina Fey

Tina Fey continues filming a scene, landing on a mattress and looking up at a building, while on the set of '30 Rock'. The funny woman was seen filming earlier from a window sill, with the camera rolling right outside.

( March 18, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/FAbHHImPebR/Tina+Fey+Films+30+Rock

Tina Fey Films 30 Rock

Tina Fey Films 30 Rock

In This Photo: Tina Fey

Funny woman Tina Fey fils a scene from a window sill on the set of '30 Rock' in NYC.

( March 18, 2011 - Photo by PacificCoastNews.com) http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/7B59GpsN_iF/Tina+Fey+Films+30+Rock

**Jennifer Garner Films 'Odd Life of Timothy Green' **Sandra Bullock Is 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close' **Tom Hardy: New 'Warrior' Poster **Brad Pitt Continues 'Cogan's Trade' **Ryan Gosling: Hard Day's Night

Fri, 18 March 2011
Jennifer Garner Films 'Odd Life of Timothy Green'

Jennifer Garner gets to work on her latest film, The Odd Life of Timothy Green, on Friday (March 18) in Atlanta, Georgia.


The 38-year-old actress plays Cindy Green in the movie, which also stars Ron Livingston, Joel Edgerton, Dianne Wiest, and Rosemarie DeWitt.


Synopsis: A childless couple bury a box in their backyard, containing all of their wishes for an infant. Soon, a child is born, though Timothy Green is not all that he appears.


You can next see Jennifer on the big screen in Arthur, which hits theaters on April 8!  http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/18/jennifer-garner-films-odd-life-of-timothy-green/






Fri, 18 March 2011
Sandra Bullock Is 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'

Sandra Bullock films scenes for her new movie, Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, on Friday (March 18) in New York City.


The 46-year-old actress stars in the drama, along with Tom Hanks and John Goodman.


Earlier in the week, an upbeat Sandra was spotted running some errands.


Sandra has donated $1 million to the Red Cross to support tsunami relief efforts in Japan!


10+ pictures inside of Sandra Bullock filming Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close…

http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/18/sandra-bullock-is-extremely-loud-incredibly-close/








Fri, 18 March 2011
Tom Hardy: New 'Warrior' Poster

Check out the new poster for Warrior starring Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton.


In the upcoming action film, Tom plays the youngest son of an alcoholic former boxer, played by Nick Nolte, who is trained by his father for a mixed martial arts tournament. The tournament ultimately pits him against his estranged older brother, played by Joel.


PHOTO: Tom Hardy shirtless for Warrior


The action drama, directed by Miracle’s Gavin O’Connor, is expected to hit theaters on September 9.


Bigger poster pic inside… http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/18/tom-hardy-new-warrior-poster/






Fri, 18 March 2011
Brad Pitt Continues 'Cogan's Trade'

Brad Pitt is back on the set filming his latest film Cogan’s Trade on Friday (March 18) in New Orleans, Louisiana.


The 47-year-old actor has been working on the new film since the beginning of the month.


In the crime thriller, Brad plays Jackie Cogan, a professional enforcer who is investigating a heist that happened during a mob poker game.


The new film is expected to be released next year. http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/18/brad-pitt-continues-cogans-trade/






Fri, 18 March 2011
Ryan Gosling: Hard Day's Night

Ryan Gosling wraps up a long day of filming for his latest film The Ides of March on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor on Thursday (March 17).


After finishing for the day on the George Clooney-directed film, the 30-year-old actor then headed to his trailer to grab his dog.


Ryan wrapped up his evening by grabbing some groceries with his assistant at Whole Foods Market before heading back to his hotel.


10+ pictures inside of Ryan Gosling finishing up a hard day’s work…

 http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/18/ryan-gosling-hard-days-night/

***Sundance 2011: HIGHER GROUND Review ***James Cameron Says AVATAR 2 & AVATAR 3 Will Be Shot Together; Expects Most of the Cast to Return ***James Gandolfini Picks Up TWYLIGHT ZONES; Will Likely Join EXTREMELY LOUD and COGAN’S TRADE

Sundance 2011: HIGHER GROUND Review

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: January 24th, 2011

Religion is a tricky topic.  It’s incredibly easy to mock it or to preach it.  But an honest exploration of faith requires complete commitment and a willingness to let non-believers scoff and the holier-than-thou scorn.  Vera Farmiga’s directorial debut Higher Ground manages the impressive task of fully committing to its characters’ faith.  Unfortunately, it never transforms that commitment into a more fulfilling experience.  Despite an earnest approach to the Christian faith, Farmiga never finds anything interesting to say about it.

Higher Ground follows the life story of Corinne (Farmiga).  The movie starts slow and never picks up much speed.  We see Corinne’s childhood home-life, her introduction to Christianity, her intellectual curiosity, her marriage at a young age, and finally her “coming-to-God” moment.  This is all before we finally get to see Corinne as an adult and her total devotion to Christianity.  While everything in the first act isn’t unnecessary, it could have been condensed and more creatively explained.

Once we see Corinne’s life as a devout Christian, the film picks up a little bit of steam, but can’t maintain its pace.  Watching Corinne go through the paces of her Christian life is curious, but Farmiga doesn’t seem to know what’s worthwhile in the story and what’s not.  She also isn’t able to bring a spark to the proceedings.  There are some laughs from the oddities of her Evangelical faith, but almost everything is presented so matter-of-fact that there rarely seems to be much joy in Christianity.  When Corinne expresses her desire to speak in tongues so she can be closer to God, it’s a wonderful moment because the film rarely shows the love from these people who love Jesus.

To its great credit, Higher Ground never thumbs it nose at faith and that is incredibly admirable.  The film has the potential to be something special because it makes no judgment on the devotion of its characters.  It questions their discriminatory practices and close mindedness, but it nurtures their total belief in God and the Devil as physically real entities that can be called upon and fought against in one’s daily struggles.

But Higher Ground never connects the faith of its characters to something grander.  There are no deep insights or even much of an emotional connection.  It’s not a film that’s about big performances and it’s clear that Farmiga is actively making a choice not to go big (except in brief, bizarre fantasy sequences that feel like a comic crutch) and that’s fine if you’ve got intensity or complexity simmering beneath the surface. Higher Ground could have been divine, but the story and Farmiga’s direction rarely manage to raise the film’s spirit.

http://collider.com/higher-ground-review/71386/

James Cameron Says AVATAR 2 & AVATAR 3 Will Be Shot Together; Expects Most of the Cast to Return

by Jason Barr    Posted: January 24th, 2011

Back in October, we reported that James Cameron’s Avatar 2 and Avatar 3 were looking at Christmas 2014/2015 release dates respectively.  At that time, though, we weren’t sure if the plan was to shoot the films back-to-back or if Cameron/Fox were going to sit back and count the profits from Avatar 2 (which will require a considerable amount of time, I’m sure) before lensing the third.  Today, though, Cameron has confirmed that the projects will be shot at the same time.  In a recent interview, the writer/director/producer said:

“I am in the process of writing the next two Avatar films now. We are planning to shoot them together and post them together, and we will probably release them not quite back to back, but about a year apart. Christmas ’14 and ’15 is the current plan.”

For more on what Cameron had to say about the returning cast members and potential Avatar charity work, hit the jump.

Talking with EW’s Inside Movies, Cameron assured fans that much of the original cast will return for Avatar 2:

“Basically, if you survived the first film, you get to be in the second film, at least in some form.”

In addition to breaking the sequels’ shooting, editing, and casting plans, Cameron also confirmed that both films would be of a charitable mind:

“One thing’s for sure: some percentage of the presumably-massive Avatar sequel gross will go to charity. Fox has partnered with me to donate a chunk of the profits to environmental causes that are at the heart of the Avatar world. I didn’t want to make more Avatar movies without a grander plan in place.”

In case you were unaware, 2009’s Avatar earned a little over $2.7 billion at box offices worldwide against a production budget thought to be somewhere around $250 million.  As such, after catching wind of this generous plan, I wouldn’t be surprised to see “environmental causes” popping up everywhere in the near future.  In fact, if anyone knows of any holes in the “environmental causes market,” feel free to send them my way.

http://collider.com/avatar-2-avatar-3/72345/

James Gandolfini Picks Up TWYLIGHT ZONES; Will Likely Join EXTREMELY LOUD and COGAN’S TRADE

by Jason Barr    Posted: January 24th, 2011

James Gandolfini is apparently an experienced juggler.  From what we can tell, the actor may soon be balancing as many as three new projects in the near future.  Gandolfini has been confirmed for the first of the three projects, The Sopranos creator David Chase’s new film Twylight Zones.  Per Deadline, that film is set in 1960’s New Jersey and tells the story of an awkward teen (played by John Magaro) who begins to grow into his own as the lead singer of a rock band.  According to the report, Gandolfini will play the teen’s disapproving Italian father (sounds about right).

As for his other two potential projects, Gandolfini is currently in final negotiations to join Stephen Daldry’s adaptation of Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close (Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock already star) as well as Andrew Dominik’s adaptation of Cogan’s Trade (headed by Brad Pitt).  For more on those two projects, hit the jump.

Continue Reading

http://collider.com/james-gandolfini-twylight-zones-extremely-loud-and-incredibly-close-cogans-trade/72354/

 

***Camilla Belle Covers 'Jezebel' January 2011 ***Sandra Bullock: 'Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close'

Sat, 22 January 2011

Camilla Belle Covers 'Jezebel' January 2011

Camilla Belle graces the cover of Jezebel’s January issue.

Here’s what the 24-year-old From Prada to Nada star had to share with the mag:

On her biggest accomplishment: “Staying strong and not changing, not being fed off this weird energy that exists in this [entertainment] business. All my friends and my family say, ‘You haven’t changed, you stay the same person.”

On her close relationship with her mom: “[She] always told me to never grow up too quickly. She’d say, ‘Camilla, when you are an adult, it just goes downhill from here. Enjoy it while you can. I never really understood that until I got older, but now I’m really grateful she said that.”

On planning a backup career in case acting didn’t work out: “No, I never thought of it not working out. I never though, ‘If it doesn’t work out, what would be my plan B?’ Acting was always plan A, B, and C.”

On where she wants to be 10 years from now: “I’ll be trying new things and maybe acting will still be what I love and maybe I’ll be over it, I don’t know. But that’s the great thing about life. I’d rather not know and just hope I’m happy and healthy and I feel as good about my life as I do now.”

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Sat, 22 January 2011

Sandra Bullock: 'Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close'

Sandra Bullock keeps warm in a The North Face jacket while arriving back at her apartment on Friday (January 21) in New York City.

The 46-year-old actress is making herself at home in Manhattan while she films her next film, Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close.

The drama co-stars Tom Hanks and centers around a “9-year-old amateur inventor, jewelry designer, astrophysicist, tambourine player and pacifist, who searches New York for the lock that matches a mysterious key left by his father when he was killed in the September 11 attacks.”

The day before, Sandra was spotted stepping out with her adorable son Louis.

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***Casting Call: Viola Davis and Jeffrey Wright Join EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE; Mark Ruffalo Considers THANKS FOR SHARING

Casting Call: Viola Davis and Jeffrey Wright Join EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE; Mark Ruffalo Considers THANKS FOR SHARING

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: January 21st, 2011

A couple of casting stories for you this morning. Viola Davis and Jeffrey Wright have joined the ever-growing cast of director Stephen Daldry’s (The Reader) adaptation of Jonathan Safran Foer’s novel Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. We recently announced the addition of John Goodman to a cast that is toplined by Sandra Bullock and Tom Hanks, with Jeopardy wiz-kid Thomas Horn set to star as nine-year-old Oskar Schnell. Daldry directs from a script by Eric Roth (Forrest Gump). The story follows Schnell on his quest to find the lock that belongs to a mysterious key that his father left behind when he perished in the 9/11 attacks. Featuring multiple narrators and heartbreak at every turn, the novel was a bestseller and the film adaptation is sure to be Oscar bait come February 2012.

Baz Bamigboye’s report (via The Playlist) doesn’t specify what roles Davis and Wright will take on, though it’s feasible to think that they could be portraying two of the many tenants of Manhattan that Schnell runs into on his year-long quest.  Hit the jump to hear about Mark Ruffalo re-teaming with The Kids are All Right-scribe Stuart Blumberg for Thanks for Sharing.

While Mark Ruffalo is gearing up to begin shooting Joss Whedon’s The Avengers as Bruce Banner/The Hulk, he’s also looking ahead to other projects.  The actor is currently in talks to take on one of three lead roles in The Kids Are All Right co-writer Stuart Blumberg’s Thanks for Sharing. Baz Bamigboy reports (via The Playlist) that the story focuses on three sex-addicts who attend a recovery clinic together. No other news is given other than the fact that Blumberg is writing the script, but a “dramedy”-like take (a la The Kids are All Right) on sex-addicts seems like a role that Ruffalo would knock out of the park.

http://collider.com/viola-davis-jeffrey-wright-extremely-loud-incredibly-close/71805/

***Natalie Portman: Baby Bump at Palm Springs Film Festival! ***Mila Kunis Covers 'Cosmopolitan' February 2011 ***Sandra Bullock: Windy Day Woman! ***Kate Winslet & Evan Rachel Wood: TCA for 'Mildred Pierce'

Sun, 09 January 2011

Natalie Portman: Baby Bump at Palm Springs Film Festival!

Natalie Portman covers up her baby bump while posing with her Desert Palm Achievement Actress Award at the 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala held at the Palm Springs Convention Center on Saturday (January 8) in Palm Springs, Calif.

The 29-year-old pregnant actress was honored with the statue on stage by her ex (and Brothers co-star) Jake Gyllenhaal.

Nat, who wore Cartier Baby Trinity Earrings, also honored Javier Bardem with the International Star Award.

30+ pictures inside of Natalie Portman’s baby bump…

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Sat, 08 January 2011

Mila Kunis Covers 'Cosmopolitan' February 2011

Mila Kunis sparkles in an Herve Leger lausanne beaded bandage dress on the February 2011 cover of Cosmpolitan, on stands next week.

Here’s what the 27-year-old Black Swan actress shared with the mag (via Daily Mail):

On struggling with chronic iritis, an inflammation of the iris, for years: “I was blind in one eye for many years, and nobody knew… [But] I’m not blind anymore. I had surgery a couple of months ago. They cut it open and dropped a new lens in there.”

On not opening up about her relationship with Macaulay Culkin: “Never have, never will. The reason I’m able to have a relationship is because I don’t talk about it.” (It was announced earlier this week that they called it quits after eight years together.)

On complimenting the kissing skills of co-stars Justin Timberlake, Natalie Portman, Ashton Kutcher, James Franco, and Jason Segel: “Justin’s upper lip… Natalie’s bottom lip… Ashton’s stubble… James’s chin… and Jason’s teeth.”

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Sat, 08 January 2011

Sandra Bullock: Windy Day Woman!

Sandra Bullock holds onto a warm cup of coffee while being blown around by the wind on Saturday (January 8) in New York.

The 46-year-old actress braved the snowstorm in NYC the day before while running some errands around town. The day before that, Sandra bundled up in a warm jacket and held her son Louis close while leaving her apartment.

Sandra will soon start work on the film Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, which co-stars Tom Hanks and John Goodman.

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Fri, 07 January 2011

Kate Winslet & Evan Rachel Wood: TCA for 'Mildred Pierce'

Kate Winslet and Evan Rachel Wood appear on a panel at the Television Critics Association Press Tour for their mini-series Mildred Pierce on Friday (January 7) in Pasadena, Calif.

Kate wasn’t able to physically make it to the panel, so she appeared via satellite, while Evan, co-star Guy Pearce, and director Todd Haynes answered questions from the stage.

The five-part mini-series will debut on HBO on March 27th!

10+ pictures inside of Kate Winslet and Evan Rachel Wood appearing on the panel…

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