Jake Gyllenhaal, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard at the afterparty for the opening of 'Uncle Vanya' at Pangea, NYC., on 12th February 2009.Pictures courtesy of Iheartjakemedia.com
Friday, February 13, 2009
'Uncle Vanya' Opening Night
Jake Gyllenhaal, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard at the afterparty for the opening of 'Uncle Vanya' at Pangea, NYC., on 12th February 2009.Pictures courtesy of Iheartjakemedia.com
Milk and BBM, different films
"But after what happened with “Brokeback” on Oscar night, does “Milk” have a better shot at the top prize and does homophobia among Academy members remain a concern? The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences will hand out its Oscar statuettes — film’s highest prize — on Sunday, Feb. 22.
“Brokeback Mountain” had won nearly every award it could have prior to the Oscars, including Great Britain’s top film prize and the Golden Globe for best picture.“Milk” was not nominated for best picture in the 2009 Golden Globe awards, which were handed out Jan. 11. “Milk” star Sean Penn snagged a nomination for lead actor in a drama, but the Golden Globe went to Mickey Rourke in “The Wrestler.”
Michael Musto, the gay journalist and gossip columnist at the Village Voice, appeared in a video in December on Gold Derby, film critic Tom O’Neil’s web site that predicts top showbiz awards, saying that homophobia was a reason why “Brokeback” didn’t win. He thinks that “Milk’s” subject matter may make it even more difficult to overcome Hollywood homophobia.
“I feel that ‘Milk’ is a far less apologetic film than ‘Brokeback Mountain’ was”, he says. “It’s about defiantly proud gays in a whole other time period, directed by an out gay, written by an out gay.”Musto said that the awards “Brokeback” picked up before the Oscars were given outside the Academy, and not by those members of the Academy who live in a “bubble in L.A.” “Critics live all over the place and the Golden Globes are given by foreign journalists,” he says. “It’s got to be something about California, maybe the sun rots their brains or something.”
BUT NOT EVERYONE BLAMES HOMOPHOBIA FOR the “Brokeback” loss. Neil Giuliano is president of the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, an organization that tracks gay visibility in the media. GLAAD last month nominated “Milk” in the outstanding film, wide release category for its 20th annual GLAAD Media Awards.
Many agree that “Milk” and “Brokeback” are very different films.
Jensen added that it was “a confluence of an amazing short story by E. Annie Proulx, an amazing director in Ang Lee, a fantastic script by Larry McMurtry, and these amazing performances from Heath [Ledger] and Jake [Gyllenhaal] that were extraordinary in telling a story that hasn’t been told before in a Hollywood movie.”
“BROKEBACK” SHATTERED BARRIERS, WHICH made “Milk” more accessible to mainstream viewers, Cullen says.“I think the whole Proposition 8 thing could work in his favor, and tilt something like the best actor award to him”, Jensen says.
“It could be the Academy making some sort of statement about indirectly supporting the gay community, and giving awards to either Penn or Dustin Lance Black for the screenplay.”
Musto says that the Academy has “traditionally always given acting Oscars for straight people playing gay.”
“They’ve never had a problem with that and think it’s a big act of courage, when it’s actually just an actor intelligently seizing on a very good role,” he says.
CULLEN, JENSEN AND MUSTO ALL ARE PICKING “Slumdog Millionaire” for best picture. But being the underdog may give “Milk” an advantage. ‘Milk’ could be a surprise, and it’s better that way, so there’s no backlash,” Cullen says. “‘Brokeback’ had a backlash against it … and it might have done better by sneaking in. By [‘Milk’] not being the favorite, there wouldn’t be any organized or semi-organized opposition to it.”
Source: www.southernvoice.com
Oscar Nominees Luncheon 2009
Sean Penn.
Gus Van Sant and Sean Penn.
Kate Winslet.
Anne Hathaway.
Marisa Tomei.
Penélope Cruz.
Robert Downey Jr.
Josh Brolin.
David Fincher.
Best Romantic Couples
Best Romantic Films:
1. "When Harry Met Sally"
I feel uncomfortable calling this 1989 film a "romantic comedy" because it does not rely on sappy love scenes to draw the viewer in. It is a true comedic gem that just so happens to be based on the developing friendship between two divorcees. From the beginning of the film, to the classic orgasm scene to the end, this film gives a realistic depiction of some of those unspoken differences between men and women in the modern dating world. Ladies, don't put your man through the pain of watching "The Notebook", instead, cuddle up to the funniest film that also happens to be about love.
2. “The Princess Bride”
There's a pretty simple explanation as to why this is one of the best romance movies ever. It's about true love, and as Miracle Max has taught us, there exists no nobler cause. Released in 1987 by 20th Century Fox, this action-packed romantic comedy is still a crowd favorite, as Inigo Montoya and Westley team up in an attempt to accomplish what they both want with all their hearts; to avenge a murdered father and rescue a princess bride. It's hard not to like this film, regardless of being a man or a woman: It's witty, exhilarating and jam-packed with the notion of true love. Whether it's the sword fights, the countless quotable jokes or the incredibly happy ending, the idea of anyone not liking this movie is “inconceivable!”
3. “Brokeback Mountain”
Despite what you think of the story line or Proposition 8, you have to give director Ang Lee credit for sailing into uncharted territory with the concept of the “great gay American cowboy.” Besides, you also have to hand it to Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal for being so convincing in their powerful roles and — to the best of our knowledge — doing something they’ve never tried before.
4. “Titanic”
Many students here at San Diego State were probably in the fifth grade when this film premiered. So, you may not remember much about it, but if you do come away from this film with one thing, it may be learning the meaning of irony. Who would have thought that winning a cruise ship ticket would end in you stealing Billy Zane’s girlfriend and crashing into an iceberg in a freak accident?
5. “Love Actually”
It’s not normal for guys to watch romance movies and actually enjoy them, but once you get your girlfriend to threaten to break up with you enough times if you don’t watch them, they really aren’t that bad. Probably because it is half comedy and half romance, this movie is a little more bearable for the romantically challenged.
6. “Star Wars Episode III — Revenge of the Sith”
Yes, “Star Wars” counts as a romance movie. And it’s not Anakin Skywalker’s love of Padme, it’s about his desire for kicking butt.
Source: www.thedailyaztec.com
"Let’s start with those that have earned the American public’s approval in the love stakes. Coming in second spot just four per cent behind the Canadian pair from The Notebook are Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie for Mr and Mrs Smith (interesting as they ranked seventh in Total Film.com’s poll of the worst). Third are Richard Gere and Julia Roberts for modern fairytale Pretty Woman, fourth are Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey for their snake-hipped sauciness in Dirty Dancing and fifth goes to awards magnet Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio for watery epic Titanic.
The rest of the list is comprised of Patrick Swayze (yes, him again) and Demi Moore in Ghost aka the film that made pottery sexy; 
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart indulging in forbidden romance in teen phenomenon Twilight; 
Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal in Ang Lee’s tender Brokeback Mountain and Johnny Depp and Juliette Binoche sharing an appetite for love as well as choccies in Chocolat.
Source: boxwish.com
1. "When Harry Met Sally"I feel uncomfortable calling this 1989 film a "romantic comedy" because it does not rely on sappy love scenes to draw the viewer in. It is a true comedic gem that just so happens to be based on the developing friendship between two divorcees. From the beginning of the film, to the classic orgasm scene to the end, this film gives a realistic depiction of some of those unspoken differences between men and women in the modern dating world. Ladies, don't put your man through the pain of watching "The Notebook", instead, cuddle up to the funniest film that also happens to be about love.
2. “The Princess Bride”There's a pretty simple explanation as to why this is one of the best romance movies ever. It's about true love, and as Miracle Max has taught us, there exists no nobler cause. Released in 1987 by 20th Century Fox, this action-packed romantic comedy is still a crowd favorite, as Inigo Montoya and Westley team up in an attempt to accomplish what they both want with all their hearts; to avenge a murdered father and rescue a princess bride. It's hard not to like this film, regardless of being a man or a woman: It's witty, exhilarating and jam-packed with the notion of true love. Whether it's the sword fights, the countless quotable jokes or the incredibly happy ending, the idea of anyone not liking this movie is “inconceivable!”
3. “Brokeback Mountain”Despite what you think of the story line or Proposition 8, you have to give director Ang Lee credit for sailing into uncharted territory with the concept of the “great gay American cowboy.” Besides, you also have to hand it to Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal for being so convincing in their powerful roles and — to the best of our knowledge — doing something they’ve never tried before.
4. “Titanic”Many students here at San Diego State were probably in the fifth grade when this film premiered. So, you may not remember much about it, but if you do come away from this film with one thing, it may be learning the meaning of irony. Who would have thought that winning a cruise ship ticket would end in you stealing Billy Zane’s girlfriend and crashing into an iceberg in a freak accident?
5. “Love Actually”It’s not normal for guys to watch romance movies and actually enjoy them, but once you get your girlfriend to threaten to break up with you enough times if you don’t watch them, they really aren’t that bad. Probably because it is half comedy and half romance, this movie is a little more bearable for the romantically challenged.
6. “Star Wars Episode III — Revenge of the Sith”Yes, “Star Wars” counts as a romance movie. And it’s not Anakin Skywalker’s love of Padme, it’s about his desire for kicking butt.
Source: www.thedailyaztec.com
"Let’s start with those that have earned the American public’s approval in the love stakes. Coming in second spot just four per cent behind the Canadian pair from The Notebook are Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie for Mr and Mrs Smith (interesting as they ranked seventh in Total Film.com’s poll of the worst). Third are Richard Gere and Julia Roberts for modern fairytale Pretty Woman, fourth are Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey for their snake-hipped sauciness in Dirty Dancing and fifth goes to awards magnet Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio for watery epic Titanic.
The rest of the list is comprised of Patrick Swayze (yes, him again) and Demi Moore in Ghost aka the film that made pottery sexy; 
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart indulging in forbidden romance in teen phenomenon Twilight; 
Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal in Ang Lee’s tender Brokeback Mountain and Johnny Depp and Juliette Binoche sharing an appetite for love as well as choccies in Chocolat.Source: boxwish.com
Amanda Seyfried in "Chloe"
"Would you cheat on your wife if Amanda Seyfried tempted to you?"
TORONTO (HoundsTV) Feb 9, 2009 - Director Atom Egoyan directs Amanda Seyfried in Chloe on Toronto's Yorkville Ave.
A remake of the French film “Nathalie”, Moore will play a wife who is suspicious her husband (played by Neeson) is having an affair. She decides to test his faithfulness with the spectacularly bad idea of hiring an escort to tempt him.
The decision makes her life not only complicated, but puts her family in danger. The original French film was heavier on the romance and slimmer on the danger, so it’s likely being altered into an American thriller.
The movie will be directed by Atom Egoyan from a script by Erin Cressida Wilson. It’s a bit of a father-son project, as Ivan Reitman aquired the remake rights to “Nathalie” four years ago, and will produce it with his son, Jason.
The film begins shooting on February 9th in Toronto.
Readers, would you dare to hire the lovely Seyfried to test your man’s fidelity? Can the “Mamma Mia!” star tempt you to see this one, or does it sound too dark and depressing?
Source: moviesblog.mtv.com
I guess it'd be hard enough to resist Amanda Seyfried's temptation, let's see some of her charming pictures:
Mamma Mia! - "Behind the Scenes with Amanda".
TORONTO (HoundsTV) Feb 9, 2009 - Director Atom Egoyan directs Amanda Seyfried in Chloe on Toronto's Yorkville Ave.
A remake of the French film “Nathalie”, Moore will play a wife who is suspicious her husband (played by Neeson) is having an affair. She decides to test his faithfulness with the spectacularly bad idea of hiring an escort to tempt him.The decision makes her life not only complicated, but puts her family in danger. The original French film was heavier on the romance and slimmer on the danger, so it’s likely being altered into an American thriller.
The movie will be directed by Atom Egoyan from a script by Erin Cressida Wilson. It’s a bit of a father-son project, as Ivan Reitman aquired the remake rights to “Nathalie” four years ago, and will produce it with his son, Jason.
The film begins shooting on February 9th in Toronto.
Readers, would you dare to hire the lovely Seyfried to test your man’s fidelity? Can the “Mamma Mia!” star tempt you to see this one, or does it sound too dark and depressing?
Source: moviesblog.mtv.com
I guess it'd be hard enough to resist Amanda Seyfried's temptation, let's see some of her charming pictures:
Mamma Mia! - "Behind the Scenes with Amanda".
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