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- Jessica Chastain Facts: 27 Things You (Probably) Don't Know About the Actress
- New Red Band Trailer Celebrates 'The Interview''s Success (VIDEO)
- Voice Actress Christine Cavanaugh, of 'Rugrats' and 'Babe' Fame, Has Died at 51
- Paul Rudd to Return for Final Season of 'Parks and Recreation'
- Ryan Gosling's 'Lost River' to Get Limited Theatrical Release After All (UPDATED)
- Paul Feig Says 'Ghostbusters' Reboot Will Be 'Scarier Than the Original'
- Back-to-Back Oscar Winner Luise Rainer Dies at 104
- Netflix's 'Daredevil' Wants to Be the New 'Wire'
- Where Is 'The Interview' Playing in Canada?
| Jessica Chastain Facts: 27 Things You (Probably) Don't Know About the Actress Posted:  Jessica Chastain went from redhead typecast to having her fingerprints all over Hollywood in the blink of an eye.Trained at Juilliard, the versatile actress struggled to find steady work in her initial years in Los Angeles, however, a dynamic performance in an indie changed all that. Her knockout debut in "Jolene" snowballed into role after role and quickly catapulted the unknown Chastain into an A-list star overnight. This fall, actress stars opposite Oscar Isaac in the acclaimed "A Most Violent Year," a film that has already earned Chastain a Golden Globe nomination. From her special Oscar date to her famous ex-roommate, here are 27 things you probably don't know about Jessica Chastain. 1. Jessica Michelle Chastain was born March 24, 1977 in Sacramento, California. 2. Estranged from her father, Chastain was raised by her mother, Jerri Chastain, and her stepfather, Michael Hastey, who she considers to be her father. 3. Chastain's mother is a vegan chef, while her stepfather is a fireman. 4. At the age of 7, Chastain developed an interest in acting after her grandmother took her to see David Cassidy in a production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." 5. Nearly twenty years later, Chastain's grandmother was her date to the Oscars in both 2012 and 2013. 6. Aside from acting, Chastain showed a knack for dancing and was in a dance troupe by the time she was thirteen. 7. Acting proved her true calling, however, and she was performing in a professional theater company in the Bay Area while in high school. 8. Following graduation, the young actress attended the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City (1999-2003) as a member of "Crew 32." 9. The scholarship fund for Crew 32 was provided by the late Robin Williams. 10. In her final year at Juilliard, Chastain attended a showcase in Los Angeles and was signed to a holding deal by TV producer John Wells ("ER," "The West Wing"). 11. The actress had difficulty getting cast, however, largely due to being a redhead and her unconventional "modern looks." 12. She made her television debut in 2004 on Wells's hit show "ER." 13. Around the same time, she was cast in a TV pilot for "Dark Shadows," a remake of the 1960s Gothic soap opera. The show, unfortunately, did not get picked up by the network. 14. In 2008, the talented Chastain broke out in the 2008 indie film "Jolene." She hasn't stopped working since. 15. From 2011 through 2014, the actress appeared in over 15 feature films. That's crazy. 16. Al Pacino even handpicked the young actress to play the title character opposite him in the play "Salome." 17. He later recommended her to Terrence Malick for the lead in "The Tree of Life" (2011). 18. In 2013, Chastain won the Golden Globe for Best Actress (Drama) for her performance in "Zero Dark Thirty." 19. She's permanently saved the voicemail from director Kathryn Bigelow in which she learned she'd won the part in "Zero Dark Thirty." 20. Unfortunately, Jennifer Lawrence took home the Oscar that year for "Silver Linings Playbook." 21. To date, Chastain has been nominated for two Oscars and three Golden Globes. 22. Most recently, she earned a Golden Globe nomination for "A Most Violent Year" in the Best Supporting Actress category. The Oscar nominations have yet to be announced. 23. In fall 2015, Chastain will star opposite Charlie Hunnam and Tom Hiddleston in Guillermo del Toro's "Crimson Peak." 24. As for her personal life, she had a long-term relationship with director Ned Benson. 25. Benson directed Chastain opposite James McAvoy in the romantic drama "The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby" (2013). 26. She's currently dating Italian fashion executive Gian Luca Passi di Preposulo. 27. Bonus Fact: Chastain and her former roommate and good friend, actress Michelle Williams, were nominated for Oscars the same year (2012). Luckily, they were nominated in separate categories! [Sources: Wikipedia, IMDb] This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| New Red Band Trailer Celebrates 'The Interview''s Success (VIDEO) Posted:  It may not have had a splashy theatrical release, but the record-shattering VOD success of "The Interview" has prompted Sony to release a new red band trailer for the flick, inviting audiences to check out the movie that has the entire world talking. While the clip features several scenes not viewed in previous trailers, the action may as well be referencing the controversy surrounding the film instead of the film itself. At one point, James Franco says in voiceover, "This is a major event"; later, he discusses the government's involvement in his and Seth Rogen's trip to North Korea. Both moments can be interpreted as nods to the alleged North Korean hackers threatening theaters that showed the film, and the U.S. government pointing fingers at leader Kim Jong-un's country as the perpetrators of the crippling attack from which Sony is still reeling. The story earned international attention as Sony cancelled, then uncancelled, the planned Christmas release of the flick, which went on to bank $15 million in online sales over the four-day holiday weekend. You've probably already made up your mind about whether or not you want to see this film, but if you need more convincing either way, this latest red band trailer should do the trick. Check it out below, and download "The Interview" on Google Play, YouTube, Xbox Video, and SeeTheInterview.com if you're so inclined. [h/t The Playlist] This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Voice Actress Christine Cavanaugh, of 'Rugrats' and 'Babe' Fame, Has Died at 51 Posted:  Voice actress Christine Cavanaugh, who charmed generations of children and adults alike with roles in animated series such as "Rugrats," "Dexter's Laboratory," and "Darkwing Duck," passed away on December 22. She was 51. Cavanaugh was born in 1963 and studied at Utah State University and the University of Hawaii before moving to California to pursue a career in acting. She shot to fame in the early 1990s thanks to her breakout role as Goslyn on "Darkwing Duck." Other iconic characters included neurotic toddler Chuckie Finster on "Rugrats," the titular inventor on "Dexter's Laboratory," the titular piglet in "Babe," Marty Sherman on "The Critic," and Oblina on "Aaahh!! Real Monsters." In addition to her prolific voiceover work, Cavanaugh also appeared frequently onscreen as well, with roles on TV series including "Cheers," "Empty Nest," "Wings," "The X-Files," and "Everybody Loves Raymond." She also had a role on the big screen in the 1996 Oscar-nominated flick "Jerry Maguire." "Christine has touched many lives, some we know and others we do not," said an obituary posted by the Los Angeles Times. " ... Her imagination, humor and intelligence were evident to anyone who had the pleasure of meeting her. It was of no surprise when she was able to share her talents with the world." Cavanaugh retired from voice acting in 2001, and moved to be closer to her family. She leaves behind several siblings and half-siblings, along with numerous nieces and nephews -- and a legion of adoring fans forever grateful for the gifts she shared. [via: Los Angeles Times, h/t IndieWire] Photo credit: Associated Press This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Paul Rudd to Return for Final Season of 'Parks and Recreation' Posted:  Among the familiar faces already scheduled to return for the final season of "Parks and Recreation" -- Rob Lowe! Rashida Jones! Jon Hamm! Megan Mullally! -- is another big name guest-star: Paul Rudd. Rudd, who last popped up in Pawnee during season four of the NBC comedy as one of Leslie Knope's (Amy Poehler) rival city council candidates, will once again play Bobby Newport for two episodes of the sitcom's seventh season. Entertainment Weekly first reported the news, and interviewed "Parks and Rec" creator Mike Schur about Rudd's reappearance. "He's the world's nicest human being-and the funniest," Schur said of the "Ant-Man" start. "We made a list of all the people that we wanted to have back and he was high on the list, so we managed to snag him." As for just how Rudd's character factors into the final season's plotline -- which takes place three years into the future -- Schur let slip a few details, but declined to give away anything big. "Ben [Adam Scott] needs to fill a certain position and he thinks that Bobby might be a good candidate," Schur told EW. We can't wait to see how it all shakes out. Perhaps Rudd's charming presence will distract us from the overwhelming sadness of saying goodbye to "Parks" for good once this season wraps. "Parks and Recreation" returns for its seventh and final season on January 13 on NBC. [via: Entertainment Weekly] Photo credit: Getty Images for Disney This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Ryan Gosling's 'Lost River' to Get Limited Theatrical Release After All (UPDATED) Posted:  UPDATE: Variety reports that earlier indications that Ryan Gosling's directorial debut, "Lost River," would not receive a theatrical release were incorrect. (Our original report is below.) According to the trade, studio Warner Bros. is planning a limited release in New York City and Los Angeles on the same day that the flick hits VOD services. The release is still slated for sometime in the second quarter of 2015. No official date has been announced yet. ORIGINAL REPORT: Bad news, Ryan Gosling fans: The heartthrob's directorial debut, "Lost River," will not get a theatrical release. The flick, which received mostly negative reviews when it debuted at Cannes in May, will instead get a release on home entertainment platforms in April. Collider first fished out the news in an interview with "Into the Woods" producers Marc Platt and John DeLuca, who said that despite rumors that studio Warner Bros. was dumping "Lost River," it was still getting an April release. Variety later reported the VOD component. "Lost River" (previously titled "How to Catch a Monster") was also written by Gosling, and centered around a single mother and her teenage son who are swept into a dark, fantastical underworld after the son discovers a mysterious road. It stars Christina Hendricks, Eva Mendes, Matt Smith, Saoirse Ronan, and Iain De Caestecker. No word yet on the exact April release date, or on which platforms the flick will be available. [via: Variety, Collider] Photo credit: AFP/Getty Images This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Paul Feig Says 'Ghostbusters' Reboot Will Be 'Scarier Than the Original' Posted:  There's still no completed script or confirmed cast for Paul Feig's upcoming all-female "Ghostbusters" reboot, but that doesn't mean that anticipation for the flick isn't sky-high. In keeping with the demand for news about the movie, Feig spilled some details in an interview with Empire Magazine. While the director stopped just shy of revealing any actual plot points, he did suggest that the movie would take the "ghost" portion of its title seriously, telling Empire (as transcribed by HeyUGuys) that he hoped the flick would be sort of a horror/comedy hybrid. "I want ours to be scarier than the original, to be quite honest," Feig said. "[Screenwriter] Katie Dippold and I are so focused on wanting to do scary comedy. We don't want to hold back." One way in which Feig and Dippold will hold back, though, is with the profanity: The director plans on making this flick more family-friendly than his other fare like "Bridesmaids" and "The Heat," and reach a larger audience with a PG-13 rating. Feig also addressed his decision to make the flick a reboot rather than a sequel, noting, "I love origin stories and to introduce new characters." Speaking of those new characters, there's a laundry list of funny females clamoring to be in the film. Does Feig have any frontrunners for the cast -- say, Rebel Wilson, or Kristen Wiig, or Jennifer Lawrence -- yet? "Right now, honestly, there could be 50 Ghostbusters," he told Empire. "I'm just waiting to get our first draft of the script together to go, 'Who makes sense in these roles?' If I put the list in front of me of people that have said they want to do it, talk about a Sophie's Choice. When you do a movie like Ghostbusters, people get very interested." Indeed. We can't wait to hear more. Photo credit: Getty Images This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Back-to-Back Oscar Winner Luise Rainer Dies at 104 Posted:  The first back-to-back Oscar winner, Luise Rainer, died yesterday in her London home at the age of 104. Rainer's daughter, Francesca Knittel-Bowyer, confirmed the news to multiple outlets.The German-born actress won consecutive Academy Awards for "The Great Ziegfeld" in 1936 and "The Good Earth" in 1937. But while Rainer achieved great success shortly after arriving in Hollywood, she never felt comfortable in the spotlight. She had to be ordered by MGM boss Louis B. Mayer to attend the Academy Awards ceremony to accept her "Good Earth" trophy, according to The Hollywood Reporter. And she once said of winning back-to-back Oscars: "Nothing worse could have happened to me." Rainer was unhappy with the films that Mayer and MGM wanted her to do after her record wins. "I was a machine, practically - a tool in a big, big factory, and I could not do anything," she told The AP in 1999. "And so I left. I just went away. I fled. Yes, I fled." The actress broke her contract with the studio and made her last major film, "Hostages," in 1943. After that, she made occasional appearances in television and film after moving to London with second husband Robert Knittel. They had one daughter together, Knittel-Bowyer. "Though fragile as a hummingbird she was strong as an ocean storm," Bowyer wrote of her mother in a statement to Entertainment Weekly. "She left with grace and peace after battling pneumonia. She leaves her indelible print on her profession and all those who touched her." Aside from Rainer, the only consecutive Oscar winners have been Katharine Hepburn, Jason Robards, and Tom Hanks. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Netflix's 'Daredevil' Wants to Be the New 'Wire' Posted:  Superhero TV dramas tend to be all about cool gadgets, quippy banter, and slick action scenes, but Netflix's "Daredevil" wants to break that mold.Instead, showrunner Steven S. DeKnight wants to model the series after "very grounded, very gritty, very real" films like "The French Connection" and "Taxi Driver." As he told Entertainment Weekly, "We always say we would rather lean toward The Wire than what's considered a classic superhero television show." "There aren't going to be people flying through the sky. There are no magic hammers." (Take that, Thor!) While "Daredevil," which hits Netflix in May, will be darker in tone than ABC sibling "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," don't expect "Game of Thrones"-style violence and nudity. "When I came onto this there was no way I wanted to make this hard-R or NC-17," DeKnight said, adding, "We're not looking to push it to extreme graphic violence, gratuitous nudity or anything like that. The story does not require that and I think would suffer if you pushed it that far." This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Where Is 'The Interview' Playing in Canada? Posted:  Sony Pictures' "The Interview" is finally making its way into Canadian theatres.If you haven't already downloaded it online, you can catch the James Franco/Seth Rogen comedy at the following Canadian theatres, starting the weekend of January 2, 2015. British Columbia Quesnel Williams Lake Salmon Arm, Salmar Grand Theatre Surrey, Hollywood 3 Cinemas Pitt Meadows, Hollywood 3 Cinemas Vernon, Towne Cinema Chilliwack, Cottonwood Alberta Calgary, Plaza Theatre Leduc Wetaskiwin Peace River, River City Cinemas Red Deer, Carnival Regina, Rainbow Cinemas Lethbridge, Movie Mill Manitoba Portage La Prairie Saskatchewan Saskatoon, Roxy Ontario Barrie, Uptown Oakville, Oakville Mews Ottawa, Mayfair Ottawa, Rainbow St. Laurent Orleans, CinéStarz Mississauga, CinéStarz Pembroke, Algonquin Toronto, Carlton Cinemas Windsor, Lakeshore Quebec Montreal, Dollar Theatre New Brunswick Campbellton, North Shore Cinema For exact showtimes, consult your local listings.  This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
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