Chris Gauthier, a Canadian actor known for “Once Upon a Time,” “Smallville” and “Eureka,” died on Feb. 23 from an unspecified short illness, according to his management. He was 48.
In a statement posted to Facebook, TriStar Appearances’ Chad Colvin confirmed the news: “When his wife reached out to me yesterday with the news, I wept tears of disbelief for hours. It’s taken me til now to fully mentally and emotionally steel myself to write this.”
“Chris was the literal textbook definition of a character actor. You may not have known his name but you knew his face, you knew his voice, and you knew that if he was onscreen, you were in for a helluva ride. Whether he was standing toe-to-toe against Clark Kent on ‘Smallville’ as the Toyman (pictured), tormenting Dean on ‘Supernatural,’ on deck with Hook as Smee in ‘Once Upon A Time’ or in guest roles in...
In a statement posted to Facebook, TriStar Appearances’ Chad Colvin confirmed the news: “When his wife reached out to me yesterday with the news, I wept tears of disbelief for hours. It’s taken me til now to fully mentally and emotionally steel myself to write this.”
“Chris was the literal textbook definition of a character actor. You may not have known his name but you knew his face, you knew his voice, and you knew that if he was onscreen, you were in for a helluva ride. Whether he was standing toe-to-toe against Clark Kent on ‘Smallville’ as the Toyman (pictured), tormenting Dean on ‘Supernatural,’ on deck with Hook as Smee in ‘Once Upon A Time’ or in guest roles in...
- 2/25/2024
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
Actor Barry Newman, star of the 1971 hot rod classic “Vanishing Point”, has died at age 92.
Newman’s wife, Angela, told The Hollywood Reporter that Newman died May 11 at New York-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
After appearing in Broadway, Newman was cast in 1970 feature “The Lawyer”. That led to a starring role in director Richard C. Sarafian’s 1971 “Vanishing Point”, which went on to become a cult classic that has influenced the likes of Steven Spielberg.
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Newman then reprised his role in “The Lawyer” — brash young attorney Anthony Petrocelli — in the 1974 made-for-tv movie “Night Games”, which was spun off as the series “Petrocelli”, which ran from 1974 until 1976.
Among Newman’s extensive list of credits are the TV movies “King Crab”, “City on Fire”, “Amy” and “Good Advice”, and TV series including “L.A. Law”, “Murder, She Wrote...
Newman’s wife, Angela, told The Hollywood Reporter that Newman died May 11 at New York-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
After appearing in Broadway, Newman was cast in 1970 feature “The Lawyer”. That led to a starring role in director Richard C. Sarafian’s 1971 “Vanishing Point”, which went on to become a cult classic that has influenced the likes of Steven Spielberg.
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Newman then reprised his role in “The Lawyer” — brash young attorney Anthony Petrocelli — in the 1974 made-for-tv movie “Night Games”, which was spun off as the series “Petrocelli”, which ran from 1974 until 1976.
Among Newman’s extensive list of credits are the TV movies “King Crab”, “City on Fire”, “Amy” and “Good Advice”, and TV series including “L.A. Law”, “Murder, She Wrote...
- 6/4/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
Time and time again during this year’s pandemic, movie studios have had to make the best of a bad situation. HBO Max’s list of new releases for December 2020 comes along with the most extreme example yet.
WarnerMedia undoubtedly had big plans for Wonder Woman 1984 when it scheduled it for a holiday release last year. After moving it to the summer, however, the conglomerate had to delay its theatrical release time and time again. Now HBO Max is the lucky winner of the saga, as it gets to premiere the long-awaited sequel on its servers on Dec. 25.
While Wonder Woman 1984 is definitely the headline this month, there are some other intriguing streaming options for HBO Max in December. The month plays host to a whole host of high-powered documentaries like Heaven’s Gate: The Cult of Cults (Dec. 3), Alabama Snake (Dec. 9), and the Tiger Woods documentary Tiger (Dec.
WarnerMedia undoubtedly had big plans for Wonder Woman 1984 when it scheduled it for a holiday release last year. After moving it to the summer, however, the conglomerate had to delay its theatrical release time and time again. Now HBO Max is the lucky winner of the saga, as it gets to premiere the long-awaited sequel on its servers on Dec. 25.
While Wonder Woman 1984 is definitely the headline this month, there are some other intriguing streaming options for HBO Max in December. The month plays host to a whole host of high-powered documentaries like Heaven’s Gate: The Cult of Cults (Dec. 3), Alabama Snake (Dec. 9), and the Tiger Woods documentary Tiger (Dec.
- 11/30/2020
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
We’ve now got just a few days left of November, so it’s time to take a look ahead at everything that’s headed to the major streaming networks in December. As it’s Christmas, Netflix, Disney Plus, HBO Max, Hulu and Prime Video have extra special hauls ready to gift to their subscribers this holiday season, with literally hundreds of new movies and TV shows dropping over the course of the month.
All the various sites – excepting Disney Plus – are serving up a ton of newly licensed films on December 1st. Netflix, for instance, is adding such classics as E.T., Little Nicky and the first three Jurassic Parks. Meanwhile, HBO Max is offering up The Shawshank Redemption, Shaun of the Dead and a bunch of Final Destinations, while Hulu and Prime Video, which share a lot of the same movies, are treating users to a host of iconic...
All the various sites – excepting Disney Plus – are serving up a ton of newly licensed films on December 1st. Netflix, for instance, is adding such classics as E.T., Little Nicky and the first three Jurassic Parks. Meanwhile, HBO Max is offering up The Shawshank Redemption, Shaun of the Dead and a bunch of Final Destinations, while Hulu and Prime Video, which share a lot of the same movies, are treating users to a host of iconic...
- 11/28/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
Just like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon and Disney Plus, HBO Max is adding a ton of great new titles to give you some festive treats this holiday season. The Warner streaming service’s December haul isn’t necessarily full of Christmas content – there’s a lot of that already available – but there are definitely a ton of must-see films and TV shows on the lineup, so let’s take a look at the highlights.
December 1st brings a glut of newly licensed titles, including everything from horror prequel Annabelle: Creation to the original Westworld movie. In terms of franchises, you’ll be able to find a bunch of The Crown films, some Final Destinations and the whole Free Willy trilogy on the site next month. And if you’re looking to chow down on some of the best movies around, you won’t be disappointed. Just a few of the acclaimed...
December 1st brings a glut of newly licensed titles, including everything from horror prequel Annabelle: Creation to the original Westworld movie. In terms of franchises, you’ll be able to find a bunch of The Crown films, some Final Destinations and the whole Free Willy trilogy on the site next month. And if you’re looking to chow down on some of the best movies around, you won’t be disappointed. Just a few of the acclaimed...
- 11/25/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
With September now over, spooky season is nearly upon us. Halloween can bring out the best in media, with a spotlight on the horror genre in particular, and from classics to originals, Netflix has a ton of scary titles to choose from this month. However, they’re also losing a bunch of great selections starting today.
The company has been at the center of a great deal of controversy lately after canceling numerous shows that had already been renewed, as well as fan favorites that were just getting started. They also got into some trouble when marketing their new film Cuties, which was shamed for emphasizing the sexualization of young children. All this on top of the fact that they recently lost some of their staples like Friends and That ’70s Show to other services, and one would think that the streaming giant has a big problem on their hands.
The company has been at the center of a great deal of controversy lately after canceling numerous shows that had already been renewed, as well as fan favorites that were just getting started. They also got into some trouble when marketing their new film Cuties, which was shamed for emphasizing the sexualization of young children. All this on top of the fact that they recently lost some of their staples like Friends and That ’70s Show to other services, and one would think that the streaming giant has a big problem on their hands.
- 10/1/2020
- by Jack Weynand
- We Got This Covered
With a third of the world’s population officially on lockdown (a number that is increasing every minute of every day), Netflix and other online services are experiencing an unprecedented surge in demand.
So much so, in fact, that Netflix and YouTube plan to reduce streaming quality across Europe for the next month in order to ease the strain on the Internet. These are strange times, indeed.
Be that as it may, today is April 1st, which means two things – 1) it’s April Fool’s Day, so the Internet is littered with prank videos and other shenanigans and 2) the Internet’s major streaming services have rolled out a fresh wave of content. Speaking of which, thanks to What’s On Netflix, below you’ll find a comprehensive list of all 83 titles that have been added to the online platform as of April 1st.
There are a few gems in here,...
So much so, in fact, that Netflix and YouTube plan to reduce streaming quality across Europe for the next month in order to ease the strain on the Internet. These are strange times, indeed.
Be that as it may, today is April 1st, which means two things – 1) it’s April Fool’s Day, so the Internet is littered with prank videos and other shenanigans and 2) the Internet’s major streaming services have rolled out a fresh wave of content. Speaking of which, thanks to What’s On Netflix, below you’ll find a comprehensive list of all 83 titles that have been added to the online platform as of April 1st.
There are a few gems in here,...
- 4/1/2020
- by Michael Briers
- We Got This Covered
Netflix has confirmed that 58 new original series, movies and specials will be debuting on the streaming service in April. Leading off the lineup are season 2 of the Ricky Gervais serio-comic series “After Life” and the debut of Mindy Kaling‘s childhood memoir “Never Have I Ever.” And in these trying times, take comfort in the slew of comedy specials, including one pairing “Silicon Valley” leading man Thomas Middleditch and “Parks and Recreation” scene stealer Ben Schwartz.
On the reality side, we can’t wait to gobble up season 4 of the baking show “Nailed It!” and delight in the debut of the dating series “Too Hot to Handle.”
Netflix is a global presence and it brings many of its international hits to American screens this month, including new seasons of Israel’s spy thriller “Fauda,” Spain’s crime drama “Money Heist” and England’s sport docuseries “Sunderland ’Til I Die.
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On the reality side, we can’t wait to gobble up season 4 of the baking show “Nailed It!” and delight in the debut of the dating series “Too Hot to Handle.”
Netflix is a global presence and it brings many of its international hits to American screens this month, including new seasons of Israel’s spy thriller “Fauda,” Spain’s crime drama “Money Heist” and England’s sport docuseries “Sunderland ’Til I Die.
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- 4/1/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Not getting off the couch anytime soon? These days, that’s a plus. As the era of self-quarantine and social distancing rages on, Netflix — the original home of the streaming binge — has bolstered its offerings with a number of standout features and readymade marathons.
Looking to kill a lot of time? This month, Netflix is streaming all three “Matrix” films (available on April 1) and the first four “Lethal Weapon” films (also available on April 1), all the better to burn through a few hours and winnow down each franchise to your exact specifications. A handful of solid rom-coms are also joining the platform, just in time for the rising demand for more escapism, along with some truly terrifying apocalyptic offerings of all stripes.
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Looking to kill a lot of time? This month, Netflix is streaming all three “Matrix” films (available on April 1) and the first four “Lethal Weapon” films (also available on April 1), all the better to burn through a few hours and winnow down each franchise to your exact specifications. A handful of solid rom-coms are also joining the platform, just in time for the rising demand for more escapism, along with some truly terrifying apocalyptic offerings of all stripes.
More from IndieWire'Ozark': Janet McTeer on Season 3 Challenges and Protecting Helen's Mystique to the End'Contagion' Still Tops Classic Streaming Titles, Along With 'Harry Potter' and 'Fifty...
- 3/31/2020
- by Kate Erbland
- Indiewire
Netflix is about to make your next month of social distancing a whole lot easier.
On Tuesday, the streaming service announced all the movies and shows coming to the platform in April, and it’s jam-packed with content to keep you busy while you’re stuck at home thanks to coronavirus.
Go on a family adventure with The Willoughbys (available April 22), an animated comedy featuring the voices of Alessia Cara, Maya Rudolph, Terry Crews, and Ricky Gervais, or watch hilarious baking fails on Nailed It!: Season 4, available April 1.
Other highlights next month include Never Have I Ever (available April 27), a coming-of-age comedy series,...
On Tuesday, the streaming service announced all the movies and shows coming to the platform in April, and it’s jam-packed with content to keep you busy while you’re stuck at home thanks to coronavirus.
Go on a family adventure with The Willoughbys (available April 22), an animated comedy featuring the voices of Alessia Cara, Maya Rudolph, Terry Crews, and Ricky Gervais, or watch hilarious baking fails on Nailed It!: Season 4, available April 1.
Other highlights next month include Never Have I Ever (available April 27), a coming-of-age comedy series,...
- 3/31/2020
- by Georgia Slater
- PEOPLE.com
Now that we’re self-isolating at home to help defeat the Covid-19 pandemic, this may be the perfect opportunity to catch up on things that have been in our Netflix watchlist for a long while.
The novel coronavirus, a mutated strand from the family of coronaviruses, originated from Wuhan, China late last year, but currently, every single country in the world is battling the outbreak. As of now, more than 714,000 people have contracted the disease and 33,617 have passed away due to severe cases of acute respiratory syndrome. In the Us alone, more than 139,000 patients have been identified and approximately 158 million people are under lockdown across all 50 states. While the ramifications of the Covid-19 may have dealt the world of economics an unprecedented blow, business models like Netflix have profited from people spending more time at home with little to do.
Now, obviously, the platform has enough TV shows and movies...
The novel coronavirus, a mutated strand from the family of coronaviruses, originated from Wuhan, China late last year, but currently, every single country in the world is battling the outbreak. As of now, more than 714,000 people have contracted the disease and 33,617 have passed away due to severe cases of acute respiratory syndrome. In the Us alone, more than 139,000 patients have been identified and approximately 158 million people are under lockdown across all 50 states. While the ramifications of the Covid-19 may have dealt the world of economics an unprecedented blow, business models like Netflix have profited from people spending more time at home with little to do.
Now, obviously, the platform has enough TV shows and movies...
- 3/30/2020
- by Jonathan Wright
- We Got This Covered
On the eve of March 24th, when Disney+ is expected to expand across the United Kingdom and various parts of Europe, we have compiled the definitive list of new content headed to the streaming platform and its three key competitors – namely Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu.
Yes, the so-called ‘streaming wars’ is now being fought on four fronts, and it’s fair to say that, despite being the fresh-faced newcomer, Disney+ is packing serious firepower. Thanks to its carefully calculated acquisitions over the years, the newly-released streaming service is packed to the rafters with top-tier content, including some excellent original series like The Mandalorian.
It’ll also get updated in a few days’ time (as is tradition), what with April 2020 just around the corner. Plus, with countries all over the globe enforcing measures to combat Coronavirus – self-isolation, social distancing… you name it – the Internet’s biggest streaming services will no...
Yes, the so-called ‘streaming wars’ is now being fought on four fronts, and it’s fair to say that, despite being the fresh-faced newcomer, Disney+ is packing serious firepower. Thanks to its carefully calculated acquisitions over the years, the newly-released streaming service is packed to the rafters with top-tier content, including some excellent original series like The Mandalorian.
It’ll also get updated in a few days’ time (as is tradition), what with April 2020 just around the corner. Plus, with countries all over the globe enforcing measures to combat Coronavirus – self-isolation, social distancing… you name it – the Internet’s biggest streaming services will no...
- 3/24/2020
- by Michael Briers
- We Got This Covered
Shannyn Sossamon has been cast in the lead role of the Fox drama pilot “The Cleaning Lady,” Variety has learned.
Based on the Argentine series “La Chica Que Limpia,” the show follows Reyna Salonga (Sossamon), a whip-smart Filipina doctor who comes to the U.S. in hopes to get a medical treatment for her critically ill son. But when the system fails and pushes her into hiding, she becomes an on-call cleaning lady for the mob. Willing to do anything to save her son, Reyna walks the tightrope of morality, breaking the law for all the right reasons — and eventually forges her own path in the criminal underworld.
The role would mark a return to Fox for Sossamon, whose last TV roles came on the Fox shows “Wayward Pines” and “Sleepy Hollow.” She is known primarily for her film roles, having starred in movies such as “Wristcutters: A Love Story,...
Based on the Argentine series “La Chica Que Limpia,” the show follows Reyna Salonga (Sossamon), a whip-smart Filipina doctor who comes to the U.S. in hopes to get a medical treatment for her critically ill son. But when the system fails and pushes her into hiding, she becomes an on-call cleaning lady for the mob. Willing to do anything to save her son, Reyna walks the tightrope of morality, breaking the law for all the right reasons — and eventually forges her own path in the criminal underworld.
The role would mark a return to Fox for Sossamon, whose last TV roles came on the Fox shows “Wayward Pines” and “Sleepy Hollow.” She is known primarily for her film roles, having starred in movies such as “Wristcutters: A Love Story,...
- 3/4/2020
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
In today’s film news roundup, Marwan Kenzari joins Charlize Theron in a new movie, Darby Camp is starring in “Clifford, the Big Red Dog,” Vic Armstrong will direct thriller “Sons of the Cross” and Doc Society selects six documentaries for its Good Pitch program.
Castings
“Aladdin” star Marwan Kenzari has been cast opposite Charlize Theron and Kiki Layne in the action film “The Old Guard” for Skydance and Netflix.
Gina Prince-Bythewood is directing “The Old Guard,” based on the comic by writer Greg Rucka and artist Leandro Fernandez. The story, published in 2017 by Image, centers on old soldiers who never die, finding themselves trapped in immortality without explanation.
Producers are Skydance’s David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Don Granger; Marc Evans; and Theron and her Denver and Delilah partners Beth Kono and Aj Dix. Stan Wlodkowski and Rucka are executive producing.
Kenzari starred as the villainous Jafar in “Aladdin...
Castings
“Aladdin” star Marwan Kenzari has been cast opposite Charlize Theron and Kiki Layne in the action film “The Old Guard” for Skydance and Netflix.
Gina Prince-Bythewood is directing “The Old Guard,” based on the comic by writer Greg Rucka and artist Leandro Fernandez. The story, published in 2017 by Image, centers on old soldiers who never die, finding themselves trapped in immortality without explanation.
Producers are Skydance’s David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Don Granger; Marc Evans; and Theron and her Denver and Delilah partners Beth Kono and Aj Dix. Stan Wlodkowski and Rucka are executive producing.
Kenzari starred as the villainous Jafar in “Aladdin...
- 5/29/2019
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
Once upon a time in the early 2000s, the tall and lean heartthrob Josh Hartnett had a relatively promising film career. He made a splash in the late 90s with the popular horror films Halloween H20 and The Faculty. He then continued into the 21st century with the military blockbusters Pearl Harbor and Black Hawk Down. He seemed to be destined for even more success but once he branched off into comedy, he kind of ran out of steam. One of the films that derailed him was 2002’s 40 Days and 40 Nights, a lackluster romantic comedy that proved that Hartnett has zero range as an actor. The film is now out on Blu-ray but seriously, why would you want to punish yourself by buying it?
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- 10/6/2011
- by Randall Unger
- JustPressPlay.net
SAG Foundation Conversations invites Back Stage Readers to a screening of "Royal Pains" followed by a Q&A with Paulo Costanzo, who plays Evan Lawson in the USA Network original series.Costanzo's career rapidly grew in 2000, when he landed the role of Rubin Carver in the DreamWorks hit college comedy "Road Trip." This project was soon followed by a supporting role in Miramax Films' "40 Days and 40 Nights" where he starred opposite Josh Hartnett. He was also seen in "Josie and the Pussycats," "A Problem with Fear," and opposite Woody Harrelson and Alicia Silverstone in "Scorched." In addition to a successful film career, Paulo is also known for his role as Michael on NBC's "Joey."This event is open to union and non-union actors. RSVP Required. Seating is limited. To RSVP send an email to rsvp@sagfoundation.org with "Royal Pains" in the subject line. Please list your first and last name and.
- 7/5/2011
- by help@backstage.com ()
- backstage.com
Lionsgate will issue the not-bad romantic comedy 40 Days And 40 Nights starring Josh Hartnett (The Black Dahlia) and Shannyn Sossaman (The Rules of Attraction) on Blu-ray on Sept. 6 for the list price of $19.99.
Josh Hartnett and Shannyn Sossaman enjoy one day in 40 Days And 40 Nights.
The release marks the 2002 film’s Blu-ray debut in the U.S. It’s been previously released on Blu-ray on the Ais label in Canada and is still available on Amazon.
Hartnett stars as studly young man Matt Sullivan, who challenges himself – and his libido – to go without sex for 40 days and nights for Lent. The plan proceeds according to his schedule until he meets Erica (Sossamon). His friends think he’s gonna crack and even Erica is unsure if he can do it, but Josh continues to hang in there.
Directed by Michael Lehmann, the movie also stars Vinessa Shaw (Stag Night) and Monet Mazur...
Josh Hartnett and Shannyn Sossaman enjoy one day in 40 Days And 40 Nights.
The release marks the 2002 film’s Blu-ray debut in the U.S. It’s been previously released on Blu-ray on the Ais label in Canada and is still available on Amazon.
Hartnett stars as studly young man Matt Sullivan, who challenges himself – and his libido – to go without sex for 40 days and nights for Lent. The plan proceeds according to his schedule until he meets Erica (Sossamon). His friends think he’s gonna crack and even Erica is unsure if he can do it, but Josh continues to hang in there.
Directed by Michael Lehmann, the movie also stars Vinessa Shaw (Stag Night) and Monet Mazur...
- 6/13/2011
- by Laurence
- Disc Dish
Bonnie Somerville, one of the stars of ABC's Cashmere Mafia, has booked roles in two feature films.
First up, Somerville faces The Ugly Truth, the Lakeshore-Columbia romantic comedy starring Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler. Robert Luketic is directing. Somerville will play Butler's sister-in-law.
She then will segue to Nobody, an indie black comedy directed by Rob Perez (40 Days and 40 Nights) and exec produced by Josh Hartnett. The movie revolves around a group of self-centered art students; Somerville will play an articulate, pretentious member of the group.
She is repped by ICM and McKeon-Myones Entertainment.
First up, Somerville faces The Ugly Truth, the Lakeshore-Columbia romantic comedy starring Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler. Robert Luketic is directing. Somerville will play Butler's sister-in-law.
She then will segue to Nobody, an indie black comedy directed by Rob Perez (40 Days and 40 Nights) and exec produced by Josh Hartnett. The movie revolves around a group of self-centered art students; Somerville will play an articulate, pretentious member of the group.
She is repped by ICM and McKeon-Myones Entertainment.
- 5/27/2008
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Josh Hartnett, who once starred in 40 Days and 40 Nights, is now in final negotiations to topline 30 Days of Night for Columbia Pictures. The film is based on the comic book 30 Days of Night, which was written by Steve Niles, illustrated by Ben Templesmith and published by IDW. David Slade is directing. Penned by Stuart Beattie and Brian Nelson, the story is set in Barrow, Alaska, the northernmost town in the U.S., where the sun does not appear for more than 30 days during the dead of winter. An evil force emerges from the darkness, striking terror in the town. The local sheriffs -- a husband (Hartnett)-and-wife team -- are forced to choose between saving themselves and helping the town survive until daylight returns. The studio is looking for a female lead.
- 6/15/2006
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Steve Pink is set to make his directorial debut on Accepted for Universal Pictures. Shady Acres Entertainment is producing. The high-concept comedy centers on a teenager who finds a unique way to outsmart his parents. Adam Cooper and Bill Collage are working on a rewrite based on the original screenplay by Mark Perez. Tom Shadyac is producing with partner Michael Bostick. Perez and manager Brian Lutz are executive producing. Scott Bernstein, vp production, will oversee the project for Universal. A writer-producer-actor, Pink's writing credits include High Fidelity and Grosse Pointe Blank, which he co-produced and 40 Days and Nights. Pink is represented by WMA. Coper and Collage's credits include Wrong Turn and New York Minute. They are represented by the Hohman/Maybank /Lieb Agency.
- 4/20/2005
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Michael London Prods. has entered into a three-year first-look production deal with Paramount Pictures. London's recent films include Vadim Perelman's House and Sand and Fog, from DreamWorks, and Catherine Hardwicke's thirteen, from Fox Searchlight. Both films received Academy Award nominations, with House earning three and thirteen claiming one. London recently completed production on Alexander Payne's Sideways, starring Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church. Searchlight has scheduled an Oct. 20 release. A former executive vp production at 20th Century Fox, London became an independent producer, working on such films as 40 Days and 40 Nights and The Guru. Jane Garnett, who joined Michael London Prods. in November, will oversee Paramount projects for the company.
- 7/21/2004
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Michael Lehmann is in negotiations to direct Miramax Films' romantic comedy set in the world of competitive Scrabble, Your Word Against Mine, sources said. The project would reunite Lehmann with the mini-major, for which he last directed the romantic comedy 40 Days and 40 Nights, a co-production with Universal. Penned by the writing duo of Peter Speakman and Michael M.B. Galvin, Word follows a young man trying to become national Scrabble champion. But his plans are put in jeopardy when he meets an equally competitive female player.
Michael Lehmann is in negotiations to direct Miramax Films' romantic comedy set in the world of competitive Scrabble, Your Word Against Mine, sources said. The project would reunite Lehmann with the mini-major, for which he last directed the romantic comedy 40 Days and 40 Nights, a co-production with Universal. Penned by the writing duo of Peter Speakman and Michael M.B. Galvin, Word follows a young man trying to become national Scrabble champion. But his plans are put in jeopardy when he meets an equally competitive female player.
Movie hunk Josh Hartnett checked out a stripclub for the first time while preparing for his new role in 40 Days & 40 Nights. In the film he plays a young womanizer who gives up sex and all things sexual for the Catholic holiday Lent - and Josh admits there's no way he could do that for real. He says, "My friend Maggie Joan Hall was going off to play a stripper in a play in San Francisco so she wanted to go to a strip club and asked me to go with her. We went and we all had a few drinks and the girls we were with really got into it. It was really embarrassing. After that I tried to give all that up - I lasted about two- and-a-half weeks. We're not just talking about sex here - it's all things sex-like, all those feelings when you meet a very special woman."...
- 3/1/2002
- WENN
Hunky star Josh Hartnett will take a break from films after the release of his new movie 40 Days And 40 Nights. The 23-year-old actor is feeling the strain of filming two war epics, Pearl Harbor and Black Hawk Down, and his increased celebrity - so wants a break to remember how lucky he is to be a Hollywood star, before returning with a more light-hearted project. He explains, "I'm going to take some time off after this one. Pearl Harbor and Black Hawk Down were two big movies. I wear uniforms in both. I didn't want to do another epic war drama. I don't want all this to make me flip my lid. I feel lucky. I'm grateful. But I must keep my balance. And try not to be too cynical. There are people wanting to pry into my personal life. Suddenly more interested in how I look, where I'm having lunch. They're not really interested in me. I know they're more interested in the fame thing. The one good experience is, if you make it, filmmakers become more willing to put money behind your movie. That's the great part."...
- 2/26/2002
- WENN
Josh Hartnett tried to give up sex for his new movie - but it "made him crazy". Hartnett stars in 40 Days And 40 Nights, which is about a man who gives up sex for Lent - and while he tried to take a vow of chastity for the duration of filming, Josh admits it was a nightmare. He says, "I wasn't gonna go 40 days and 40 nights. It made me a little bit crazy. It made me understand some of the feelings, just the deprivation. You're depriving yourself of this one thing, and it becomes all you can think about."...
- 2/21/2002
- WENN
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