Noah Succeeds as Biblical Epic Thanks to CGI, Taut Story-Telling

Keith GirardMarch 28, 2014

Darren Aronofsky’s “Noah” surpasses all previous Biblical epics largely because he sizes down the story to its must human elements without losing a sense of scale thanks to modern computer generated images. Because Noah is such a well known Biblical tale, the story really comes down to the telling. Everyone who enters the theater knows exactly how it will end. But the magic is in the journey. And, this film is magical. The movie also stars Anthony Hopkins, Logan Lerman, Douglas Booth, Ray Winstone and Emma Watson....

FILM

Arab Allies Ban ‘Noah;’ Will Obama Denounce Religious Intolerance?

Keith GirardMarch 9, 2014

Qatar, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, three key U.S. allies in the Middle East have all banned the upcoming Biblical film “Noah,” without drawing any rebuke from the Obama Administration for religious intolerance. The countries, which are all Muslim dominated, have outlawed the film, claiming “it contradicts the teachings of Islam.” The The film stars Russell Crowe, Anthony Hopkins, Logan Lerman, Douglas Booth, Ray Winstone and Emma Watson. ...

POLITICS

Emma Watson Is Queen of Hearts in Wonderland Mag (photos!)

Keith GirardFebruary 3, 2014

Emma Watson applies her intellectual prowess as editor and also poses for the new issue of Wonderland magazine. She looks like she tumbled down the rabbit hole and came out as Queen of Hearts. She’ll be reigning on two covers and with a royal court of Hollywood stars. The magazine name-drops Lena Dunham, Jonah Hill, Pharrell Williams, Lorde, Patti Smith, Joseph Gorden Levitt, Sofia Coppola and Guillermo del Toro to name a few....

FASHION

Emma Watson Falls for ‘Big Man’ on Oxford University Campus

Keith GirardJanuary 8, 2014

Emma Watson has reportedly traded in her penchant for geeky Harry Potter types for a brawny big man on campus at Oxford University. He’s star of the rugby team and considered one of the most eligible men on campus. Her nextt film stars Russell Crowe, Anthony Hopkins, Jennifer Connelly, Douglas Booth, Logan Lerman andRay Winstone....

CELEBRITIES

Russell Crowe, Emma Watson Get Biblical in Noah Trailer (watch!)

Keith GirardNovember 14, 2013

Russell Crowe gives a Biblical performance akin to Charlton Heston in a new trailer for Darren Aronofsky’s take on the epic saga of Noah’s Ark. Crowe is backed by an all-star cast that includes Emma Watson, but Anthony Hopkins looks like a scene stealer as Noah’s grandfather. Whether Crowe fits the Biblical depiction of Noah is subject to debate....

FILM

Scarlett Johansson’s Sexy, Gum-Cracking Gal Scores in Don Jon

Keith GirardSeptember 29, 2013

Scarlett Johansson returns to the big screen in “Don Jon” a new romantic comedy with Joseph Gordon-Levitt. The movie debuts domestically this weekend in 2,400 theaters. Critics say it’s her best performance in years and give the movie a hefty thumbs up, too. Johansson, 28, is best known of late for her roles in blockbuster hits in “The Avengers,” and “Iron Man 2.” She’ll star in another Marvel tent pole “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” next year. But in between the big-budget productions, she’s also been squeezing in indie productions that have allowed her to grow as an actress....

FILM

Chris Hemsworth Nails Villains in New Thor Dark World Trailer

Keith GirardSeptember 25, 2013

Chris Hemsworth as Thor, the Mighty Avenger, searches for a way to save humanity in the latest trailer for Marvel’s “Thor: The Dark World.” The movie picks up where “The Avengers” left off, but Thor is left to confront an ancient enemy that “predates the universe itself.” The ancient race led by the vengeful Malekith the Accursed, played by Christopher Eccleston is determined to plunge the universe back into darkness....

FILM

Scarlett Johansson Goes Psycho in V’s Girl Power (photos!)

Keith GirardNovember 8, 2012

Scarlett Johansson ramps up her sexuality in a take off of the infamous shower scene from Alfred Hitchcock’s classic movie “Psycho” in a new photo spread for V magazine. Scarlett also exudes a new-found glamour look that moves her on the list of Hollywood sirens. Her new movie “Hitchcock” is her most daring yet. She plays Janet Leigh, the 50-s era Hollywood actress whom legendary Director Alfred Hitchcock made famous in the horror movie. The powerful cast includes James D’Arcy as Norman Bates, Anthony Hopkins as Alfred Hitchcock and Helen Mirren as wife Alma Reville....

CELEBRITIES

Scarlett Johansson Lands Hitchcock Movie; Will She Do Nude Scene?

Keith GirardMarch 2, 2012

Scarlett Johansson has signed to play Janet Leigh in a movie about the making of Alfred Hitchcock’s classic 1960 horror film “Psycho.” Will it be her first movie nude scene? The movie set a new standard for drama in a horror film, even though it was released to mixed reviews. It’s now widely regarded as the famed director’s best movie and is considered a classic....

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