They don't get top billing. You know the face but can't quite place the name. Though they toil in the shadows of more famous leads, to imply that character actors merely 'support'

Happy Birthday to "The New World" actress Q'orianka Kilcher (1990), Destiny's Child singer Kelly Rowland (1981), R&B singer Brandy (1979), Linkin Park singer Mike Shinoda (1977), soul singer/pianist D'Angelo (1974),

In "The New World" Powhatan tribal people stare in wonder as three ships approach shore. It's a story every schoolchild knows; the story of Capt. John Smith (Colin Farrell) and Pocahontas (Q'orianka Kilcher).

Happy Birthday to "The New World" actress Q'orianka Kilcher (1990), Destiny's Child singer Kelly Rowland (1981), R&B singer Brandy (1979), Linkin Park singer Mike Shinoda (1977), soul singer/pianist D'Angelo (1974), America's sweetheart Jennifer Aniston (1969), wrestler/fighter Ken Shamrock (1964),

This week's exciting new DVD releases include the John Smith and Pocahontas love story in The New World. Set against a historically accurate Virginia backdrop, the film shows how an ambitious soldier of fortune and a passionate Native American are torn between their civil duties and the demands of the human heart. Or for more serious fare, try Steven Spielberg's critically acclaimed terrorist film Munich. There's also the Jennifer Aniston film Rumor Has It or British children's flick Nanny McPhee.

* A Japanese cinema showing The New World will screen the Colin Farrell movie in 'Smellovision' to enhance the viewing experience. Seven smells will be emitted by machines placed under seats at the back of the theatre, depending on what kind of scene is playing during the film at the time.

Although Brokeback Mountain wound up walking away with a few Academy Awards last night, the big winner was Crash, which took home statues for Best Motion Picture of the Year, Best Original Screenplay and Best Achievement in Editing. Thrice-nominated George Clooney won Best Supporting Actor for his role in Syriana. Read more for a complete list of winners ...

As expected, Brokeback Mountain is a favorite among Oscar voters, rounding up eight nominations, including those for best motion picture, director, actor, and supporting actor and actress. Crash and Good Night, And Good Luck follow with six nominations each. Walk the Line was surprisingly shut out of the best motion picture category, but the film earned five nominations, as did Capote, Memoirs of a Geisha, and Munich. Continue reading for a complete list of Oscar nominees...

Colin Farrell has tipped "amazing" teen actress Q'Orianka Kilcher as Hollywood's brightest rising star, after being impressed by her "soulfulness." The 29-year-old Irish star was amazed by the then-14-year-old Kilcher's acting ability when they filmed the The New World and spent hours encouraging her to give great performances.