LA Film Fest 2013 - 'More Film Reviews'
We’re keeping the capsulated review train going with more insight into the films at this years LA Film Fest 2013 via Jason and Michael. Today’s crop sees good and bad in doc land along with some Beyond fare to boot. Honest in film critique – here’s the skinny!
DOCUMENTARY COMPETITION
Michael's Reviews
"The New Black" – A startling multi-layered documentary. Born out of the repossession of gay rights thru Prop-8 in California, Yoruba Richen, the film’s director, has created a complex portrait of the fight for gay rights in America as exemplified by the Prop-6 in Maryland. It also to...
READ MOREDOCUMENTARY COMPETITION
Michael's Reviews
"The New Black" – A startling multi-layered documentary. Born out of the repossession of gay rights thru Prop-8 in California, Yoruba Richen, the film’s director, has created a complex portrait of the fight for gay rights in America as exemplified by the Prop-6 in Maryland. It also to...
Los Angeles Film Festival 2013 – 'What To See'
Katy Perry Spills About Exes Russell Brand & John Mayer, Is Still 'Madly In Love' With The Singer
In a new interview with Vogue magazine, Katy Perry discusses her broken marriage to Russell Brand and her on/again, off/again romance with John Mayer.
The July cover girl explains that she hasn't spoken to her ex-husband in over a year and a half. They wed in India in 2010.
"He's a very smart man, and I was in love with him when I married him. Let's just say I haven't heard from him since he texted me saying he was divorcing me December 31, 2011," she explained.
Perry, 28, partially blames their split on her success. "At first when I met him he wanted an equal, and I think a lot of times...
READ MOREThe July cover girl explains that she hasn't spoken to her ex-husband in over a year and a half. They wed in India in 2010.
"He's a very smart man, and I was in love with him when I married him. Let's just say I haven't heard from him since he texted me saying he was divorcing me December 31, 2011," she explained.
Perry, 28, partially blames their split on her success. "At first when I met him he wanted an equal, and I think a lot of times...
Russell Brand Proclaims He 'Didn't Cheat On Katy Perry'
Katy Perry & Robert Pattinson: Wedding Crashers
Police: Justin Bieber Not To Blame For Alleged Hit-And-Run Involving Photographer
Justin Bieber is the latest celeb to reportedly hit a photographer with his car. Shortly before midnight on Monday night Bieber left the Laugh Factory club in his Ferrari when the incident occurred.
According to eyewitnesses, photographers swarmed the singer as he was driving away, and he pinned one of them to another vehicle. Police were called to the scene, but when they arrived Bieber had already left.
The injured photographer reportedly hurt his leg and was taken to the hospital. According to TMZ.com, the blame lies on the photographer for "being a pedestrian on a roadway" and it's no...
READ MOREAccording to eyewitnesses, photographers swarmed the singer as he was driving away, and he pinned one of them to another vehicle. Police were called to the scene, but when they arrived Bieber had already left.
The injured photographer reportedly hurt his leg and was taken to the hospital. According to TMZ.com, the blame lies on the photographer for "being a pedestrian on a roadway" and it's no...
Justin Bieber wins top artist trophy at MuchMusic awards
Justin Bieber makes surprise appearance at Cody Simpson's show
'The Bachelorette' Recap: Desiree And Guys Head To Atlantic City
Des and the remaining thirteen guys head to Atlantic City, New Jersey for a mini Mr. America pageant. Fitting, right? Will Donald Trump make an appearance? Chris Harrison gives the guys the weekly pep talk letting them know that there will be three dates again this week, two one-on-one dates and a group date. As the guys check into the Revel Hotel in Atlantic City, Brad gets the one-on-one date card and heads out on his date with Desiree. The two walk along the Boardwalk, ride a few rides together and eat some signature salt water taffy and chocolate. Even though he was one of the more res...
READ MORE
'The Bachelorette' Week 3 Recap: Sweet Sixteen Play Dodge Ball
'The Bachelorette' Episode 2: First Dates, Wedding Dresses And A Soulja Boy Rap Session
David Fincher recommended Jason Statham for new movie
Jason Statham has filmmaker David Fincher to thank for his role as a homeless former soldier in new movie Hummingbird - because the Fight Club director recommended him for the job.
Screenwriter-turned-moviemaker Steven Knight turned to a host of film veterans for advice as he embarked on the project, which will hit U.S. cinemas as Redemption later this year (13), and Fincher not only gave him tips but also suggested a leading man to play on-the-run, damaged Special Forces veteran Joey Jones.
Speaking to reporters at Monday's London premiere, the director revealed, "When I decided to direc...
READ MOREScreenwriter-turned-moviemaker Steven Knight turned to a host of film veterans for advice as he embarked on the project, which will hit U.S. cinemas as Redemption later this year (13), and Fincher not only gave him tips but also suggested a leading man to play on-the-run, damaged Special Forces veteran Joey Jones.
Speaking to reporters at Monday's London premiere, the director revealed, "When I decided to direc...
Top Celebrity Beach Bodies: Channing Tatum Shirtless, Olivia Wilde In A Bikini & More
Randy Couture: 'Wesley Snipes is onboard for The Expendables 3'
Channing Tatum working on TV comedy
Movie star Channing Tatum is eyeing success on the small screen after signing a deal with Warner Bros. Television to executive produce a new scripted comedy.
The 21 Jump Street hunk has teamed up with screenwriter Nick Zano for the as-yet-untitled project, a half-hour, multi-camera show about a 30-year-old man as he tries to move out of his family home in New Jersey, only to realise he needs to stay to help raise his baby sister.
The plot is based on Zano's own life story being brought up in a house full of women, reports Deadline.com.
Tatum will serve as executive producer alongside Zan...
READ MOREThe 21 Jump Street hunk has teamed up with screenwriter Nick Zano for the as-yet-untitled project, a half-hour, multi-camera show about a 30-year-old man as he tries to move out of his family home in New Jersey, only to realise he needs to stay to help raise his baby sister.
The plot is based on Zano's own life story being brought up in a house full of women, reports Deadline.com.
Tatum will serve as executive producer alongside Zan...
Channing Tatum & Jenna Dewan-Tatum Debut Daughter
New Father Channing Tatum: 'I Worry For Justin Bieber'
Ariana Grande tackles weight loss speculation
Teen star Ariana Grande has reached out to fans to put a stop to speculation she is suffering from an eating disorder.
The Victorious actress has trimmed down in recent months, sparking online gossip about the 19 year old's health and relationship with food.
Now Grande has decided to tackle the rumours head on by posting a blog explaining her weight loss, putting it down to a new healthy diet.
On her Tumblr.com page, she writes, "I don't usually like to address rumors but I felt like since some of you are worrying about me that I should take the time to write you all a little note to add...
READ MOREThe Victorious actress has trimmed down in recent months, sparking online gossip about the 19 year old's health and relationship with food.
Now Grande has decided to tackle the rumours head on by posting a blog explaining her weight loss, putting it down to a new healthy diet.
On her Tumblr.com page, she writes, "I don't usually like to address rumors but I felt like since some of you are worrying about me that I should take the time to write you all a little note to add...
Tons Of Pics From The Teen Choice Awards: Bieber, Gomez, Lovato & More!
Josh Hutcherson Dating 'Victorious' Star Ariana Grande
Helen Mirren breaks theatre initiative record
Dame Helen Mirren's hit West End play The Audience has broken theatre-to-cinema records after 110,000 fans checked out her latest performance as Queen Elizabeth II last week (13Jun13).
The live broadcast of the production, which was beamed to movie theatres in the U.K. and America, attracted the largest audience for National Theatre Live's four-year-old venture.
The success has prompted talk of more screenings of the Peter Morgan play, which won Mirren an Olivier Award in April (13).
Mirren also played the reigning monarch in Morgan's The Queen. She won an Oscar for her portrayal.
READ MOREThe live broadcast of the production, which was beamed to movie theatres in the U.K. and America, attracted the largest audience for National Theatre Live's four-year-old venture.
The success has prompted talk of more screenings of the Peter Morgan play, which won Mirren an Olivier Award in April (13).
Mirren also played the reigning monarch in Morgan's The Queen. She won an Oscar for her portrayal.
Helen Mirren Supports Drum Group After Telling Them To 'Shut The F--- Up'
Helen Mirren Leaves Stage To Shout At Loud Street Drummers
Nigella Lawson's husband cautioned for assault
Nigella Lawson's husband has been officially cautioned for assault after pictures of him grabbing the TV chef by the neck hit headlines around the world.
The shocking snaps purportedly showed a visibly upset Lawson in the midst of a domestic dispute with advertising tycoon and art collector Charles Saatchi, who had his hand around her throat at an outside table at London restaurant Scott's.
Officers at London's Metropolitan Police confirmed they were investigating the matter, despite no official complaint being made, and on Monday (17Jun13) cautioned Saatchi for assault.
A police stateme...
READ MOREThe shocking snaps purportedly showed a visibly upset Lawson in the midst of a domestic dispute with advertising tycoon and art collector Charles Saatchi, who had his hand around her throat at an outside table at London restaurant Scott's.
Officers at London's Metropolitan Police confirmed they were investigating the matter, despite no official complaint being made, and on Monday (17Jun13) cautioned Saatchi for assault.
A police stateme...
Nigella Lawson's Husband Calls Throat-Grab Photos 'A Playful Tiff'
Andrew Garfield Signs On For More Spider-Man, Nigella Moves Out, Miss USA Swimsuits
James Franco wants fans to donate $500,000 for book adaptation
Actor James Franco is asking fans for $500,000 (£322,580) to help fund a trilogy of films based on his book Palo Alto.
The Pineapple Express star is using fundraising website Indiegogo.com to pull in the capital needed to make three films based on his 2010 collection of short stories about troubled teens.
He is offering a number of rewards in exchange for big contributions, including a role in one of the movies for someone who donates $5,000 (£3,225) and an executive producer credit and dinner with the Hollywood star himself for anyone who puts up $10,000 (£6,451).
Franco follows in the ...
READ MOREThe Pineapple Express star is using fundraising website Indiegogo.com to pull in the capital needed to make three films based on his 2010 collection of short stories about troubled teens.
He is offering a number of rewards in exchange for big contributions, including a role in one of the movies for someone who donates $5,000 (£3,225) and an executive producer credit and dinner with the Hollywood star himself for anyone who puts up $10,000 (£6,451).
Franco follows in the ...
James Franco Pokes Fun At Lindsay Lohan Hookup Rumors In New Comedy 'This Is The End'
James Franco Recreates Hitchcock's 'Psycho' For London Exhibition
