Wednesday, August 18, 2010
"Nanny McPhee" Cast Gets Emotional
Emma Thompson talks about her inspiration behind the "Nanny McPhee" films. Plus, what made Maggie Gyllenhaal cry?
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Who Is Rooney Mara?
Rooney Mara has been cast as "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo"--but she's already a rising star thanks to appearing alongside Emma Roberts!
'Expendables' Prove Dependable At Weekend Box Office
Sylvester Stallone's throwback action flick takes #1 spot over 'Eat Pray Love,' 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.'By Josh Wigler
Jason Statham, Sylvester Stallone and Randy Couture in "The Expendables"
Photo: Lionsgate
#1 "The Expendables" ($35 million)
#2 "Eat Pray Love" ($23.7 million)
#3 "The Other Guys" ($18 million)
#4 "Inception" ($11.4 million)
#5 "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" ($10.5 million)
Sylvester Stallone has still got it. The aging actor and filmmaker, most popular for his starring roles in the "Rocky" and "Rambo" franchises, brought the pedal-to-the-metal, blood-pumping (and spewing) antics of 1980s action cinema back to theaters this past weekend with "The Expendables," taking home first place during a very crowded box-office session.
A star-studded affair featuring various macho men from Jason Statham to Dolph Lundgren, "The Expendables" won over audiences nationwide for a grand total of $35 million in its opening weekend. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, Stallone described the success of "The Expendables" as the "proudest moment" of his career, second only to "Rocky Balboa" in 2006 — and with box-office success currently in the palm of his hand, Stallone is using that energy to dream up an "Expendables" sequel.
"It's plotted out in my mind's eye," the "Expendables" actor/director/writer told THR. "I believe this group has to continue to evolve; it just can't become the same people. So how do you get new people introduced into the group, and how do you have some of the other people leaving? Those are the challenges."
Landing in second place was "Eat Pray Love," the Julia Roberts-starring flick with a target audience considerably less bloodthirsty than those who saw "The Expendables." Directed by "Glee" creator Ryan Murphy and with an all-star cast that includes James Franco and Javier Bardem, Roberts' latest earned $23.7 million over the weekend, a modest success given the film's tough competition and relatively lackluster reviews.
Indeed, reviews weren't too important for this most recent box-office frame as the critically acclaimed "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" premiered in fifth place with only $10.5 million to its name. Based on the widely adored comic book series created by Bryan Lee O'Malley, "Scott Pilgrim" draws inspiration from various areas of popular culture — video games especially — to create a hilarious and action-packed tale of a young misguided soul's quest to win his dream girl's heart. Some fans have argued that numerous free screeners prior to the film's release assisted in "Scott Pilgrim" 's box-office demise, though it's very likely that the comic book adaptation will have a long life on DVD, Blu-ray and other formats, thanks to its cultish fanbase.
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Another crowded weekend looms with the Ice Cube-starring "Lottery Ticket" and blood-soaked "Piranha 3D" leading the pack. Jason Bateman and Jennifer Aniston try their luck at love in "The Switch," while Emma Thompson returns as "Nanny McPhee." On Wednesday, the "Twilight" franchise gets a stake in the heart from parody flick "Vampires Suck."
Check out everything we've got on "The Expendables," "Eat Pray Love" and "The Other Guys."
For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.
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#1 "The Expendables" ($35 million)
#2 "Eat Pray Love" ($23.7 million)
#3 "The Other Guys" ($18 million)
#4 "Inception" ($11.4 million)
#5 "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" ($10.5 million)
Sylvester Stallone has still got it. The aging actor and filmmaker, most popular for his starring roles in the "Rocky" and "Rambo" franchises, brought the pedal-to-the-metal, blood-pumping (and spewing) antics of 1980s action cinema back to theaters this past weekend with "The Expendables," taking home first place during a very crowded box-office session.
A star-studded affair featuring various macho men from Jason Statham to Dolph Lundgren, "The Expendables" won over audiences nationwide for a grand total of $35 million in its opening weekend. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, Stallone described the success of "The Expendables" as the "proudest moment" of his career, second only to "Rocky Balboa" in 2006 — and with box-office success currently in the palm of his hand, Stallone is using that energy to dream up an "Expendables" sequel.
"It's plotted out in my mind's eye," the "Expendables" actor/director/writer told THR. "I believe this group has to continue to evolve; it just can't become the same people. So how do you get new people introduced into the group, and how do you have some of the other people leaving? Those are the challenges."
Landing in second place was "Eat Pray Love," the Julia Roberts-starring flick with a target audience considerably less bloodthirsty than those who saw "The Expendables." Directed by "Glee" creator Ryan Murphy and with an all-star cast that includes James Franco and Javier Bardem, Roberts' latest earned $23.7 million over the weekend, a modest success given the film's tough competition and relatively lackluster reviews.
Indeed, reviews weren't too important for this most recent box-office frame as the critically acclaimed "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" premiered in fifth place with only $10.5 million to its name. Based on the widely adored comic book series created by Bryan Lee O'Malley, "Scott Pilgrim" draws inspiration from various areas of popular culture — video games especially — to create a hilarious and action-packed tale of a young misguided soul's quest to win his dream girl's heart. Some fans have argued that numerous free screeners prior to the film's release assisted in "Scott Pilgrim" 's box-office demise, though it's very likely that the comic book adaptation will have a long life on DVD, Blu-ray and other formats, thanks to its cultish fanbase.
Upcoming Releases:
Another crowded weekend looms with the Ice Cube-starring "Lottery Ticket" and blood-soaked "Piranha 3D" leading the pack. Jason Bateman and Jennifer Aniston try their luck at love in "The Switch," while Emma Thompson returns as "Nanny McPhee." On Wednesday, the "Twilight" franchise gets a stake in the heart from parody flick "Vampires Suck."
Check out everything we've got on "The Expendables," "Eat Pray Love" and "The Other Guys."
For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.
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Friday, August 13, 2010
DMX Released From Jail, Rents Car, Pulled Over, Arrested For Lack of Valid License
DMX is the man. When barely a day passes in between your run-ins with the cops, that's when you know you are hard core. Lindsay Lohan and her driving woes have nothing on him. Just hours after X was released from jail yesterday, the rapper was pulled over by the police driving down Sunset Blvd in a rented Mercedes and busted again! X's manager says he recording studio around 11:20 p.m. when he was stopped for a minor traffic violation. Officers then learned he didn't have a valid license. A rare kind of DMX photo - it wasn't taken in a police station! DMX was issued a citation and will be due to appear in court sometime in the near future. Cops even allowed a passenger in the car to drive the rapper home. That's nice. Give the man a break. He's been in solitary confinement enough times this year already ... might as well give him a night or two in his own bed. Yesterday's release from jail came after the man served just 18 days of a 90-day sentence stemming from a reckless driving conviction way back in 2002. Lohan was let out after 14 for the same thing. Just saying.Christina Aguilera
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Thursday, August 12, 2010
Exclusive: Beach Boys are Not Suing Katy Perry
Beach Boy Mike Love is speaking out exclusively to ET about reports that the iconic band was suing Katy Perry over her chart-topping song "California Gurls."
"The Beach Boys are definitely not suing Katy Perry," Love tells ET. "In fact, we are flattered that her fantastically successful song is bringing to mind to millions of people our 1965 recording of the Beach Boys' 'California Girls.' We think her song is great and wish her all the success in the world."
Meanwhile, a rep for Rondor Music, Brian Wilson and Love's publisher, reaffirmed that they are not suing but added that they have, in fact, taken some action on the topic. "In regard to the various rumors circulating, we would like to make it clear that there is no lawsuit against the writers or publishers of 'California Gurls.' We have established diminutive claim. It is up to the six writers and various publishers of 'California Gurls' to decide whether they honor the claim or not," the rep told ET.
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"The Beach Boys are definitely not suing Katy Perry," Love tells ET. "In fact, we are flattered that her fantastically successful song is bringing to mind to millions of people our 1965 recording of the Beach Boys' 'California Girls.' We think her song is great and wish her all the success in the world."
Meanwhile, a rep for Rondor Music, Brian Wilson and Love's publisher, reaffirmed that they are not suing but added that they have, in fact, taken some action on the topic. "In regard to the various rumors circulating, we would like to make it clear that there is no lawsuit against the writers or publishers of 'California Gurls.' We have established diminutive claim. It is up to the six writers and various publishers of 'California Gurls' to decide whether they honor the claim or not," the rep told ET.
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Snooki's out of control
Following her July 30 arrest for disorderly conduct while on an admitted bender on the beach, Jersey Shore star Nicole ?Snooki? Polizzi seemed determined to change her infamous party-girl ways. ?This was a really good wake-up call to calm down,? the reality starlet told In Touch. ?I am going to stop drinking in the daytime. I can?t be drinking all day ? that is not okay.? However, just days after swearing off the sauce, the 22-year-old got hammered after drinking all afternoon on the roof of the cast?s Seaside Heights, N.J., beach bungalow on August 8. Later that night, Snooki stumbled into the Aztec Bar. ?She drank beers and downed shots,? an onlooker tells In Touch. ?She looked horrible.? While fans are concerned about her incessant partying, they are also concerned about her giant ego ? she appears to be letting fame get to her well-coiffed head. Snooki, who once called herself a ?normal? girl, seems to be forgetting her humble roots as a suburban New York cheerleader. On August 7, she brushed off fans at Club Karma, made famous on the first season of Jersey Shore. ?She just ignored them and rolled her eyes,? a witness tells In Touch. ?She had a major attitude.? She was once the pride of Seaside Heights, but locals are now growing tired of Snooki?s obnoxious antics. As she walked into the Aztec during a ?Sunday Funday,? she hardly received a warm welcome. ?Don?t let her in! Arrest her!? an onlooker says hecklers snarled at the beer-guzzling brunette.
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Katy Perry Keira Knightley Kelly Brook
Grammy Block Party Raises $30,000 for Flood Victims
The Recording Academy Los Angeles Chapter's first-ever Grammy Block Party was a smash hit, raising more than $30,000 to help those in the music community who are victims of the Nashville floods.
More than 900 concert-goers showed up for last week's event to catch performances by akaCassidy, Charice, Raphael Saadiq, La Santa Cecilia and Chuck Wicks.
The concert benefited the MusiCares� Nashville Flood Relief Fund.
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More than 900 concert-goers showed up for last week's event to catch performances by akaCassidy, Charice, Raphael Saadiq, La Santa Cecilia and Chuck Wicks.
The concert benefited the MusiCares� Nashville Flood Relief Fund.
Freida Pinto FSU Cowgirls Gabrielle Union
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
EXCLUSIVE: 'Eat, Pray, Love' Director Ryan Murphy Confirms He's Helming 'The Normal Heart'
"Glee" creator Ryan Murphy sure is having a good year. There's the incredible popularity of "Glee," for starters. He's also got the Julia Roberts-starring "Eat, Pray, Love" arriving in theaters this Friday. He's still looking ahead though. Mark Ruffalo told MTV a few weeks ago that he'll be starring in an adaptation of Larry Kramer's [...]Portia de Rossi
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Who Would You Rather, Taylor Lautner or Joe Manganiello?
Nice guys don't always have to finish last. At least, not when you look like Joe Manganiello.
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Last week we brought to your attention how True Blood is kinda spoofing Twilight when it...
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A Worthwhile Cause
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"In late 2009, the founders of Big Heart Baby started to discuss plans of starting a children?s clothing company. As part of our research, we took a trip to South East Asia in order to find garment manufacturers and designers.
It was during this [...]Amanda Peet Amanda Righetti Amanda Swisten
"In late 2009, the founders of Big Heart Baby started to discuss plans of starting a children?s clothing company. As part of our research, we took a trip to South East Asia in order to find garment manufacturers and designers.
It was during this [...]Amanda Peet Amanda Righetti Amanda Swisten
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Britney Spears Set To Appear On 'Glee'
Creator Ryan Murphy confirms to Ryan Seacrest that pop singer will guest star on tribute episode.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Audrey Kim
Britney Spears
Photo: Todd Williamson/ Getty Images
Lady Gaga: Check. Madonna: Check. "Glee" has featured the music of the pop stars to acclaim in its first season. Yet the show has yet to get high-profile singers Madge and Gaga to appear in person on the show. But another diva is about to change that.
On Tuesday (August 10), show creator Ryan Murphy confirmed to Ryan Seacrest that Britney Spears will make an appearance on "Glee." Now, fans are anxious to see what they'll do with the Spears discography in an episode set to air next season.
And the cast seems just as excited as the Gleeks about what's to come. Heather Morris couldn't wait to have Spears on set when MTV News spoke to her at the Teen Choice Awards on Sunday.
"I get to do Britney Spears! I'm hearing rumors from other people that she's supposed to be coming ... that'd be so nerve-racking," she said. "I like 'Toxic' the best or the 'Slave' video. It was always her best performance. She's rocking! I don't care what I do."
"I mean I can't really give away songs, but I know we've seen pictures of Lea [Michele] in a sports bra," Jenna Ushkowitz added, confirming online reports that Michele would sing the classic Britney tune " ... Baby One More Time."
"Some old Britney, some new Britney, some Brittany of our Brittany from the Glee club. So it should be funny," Ushkowitz teased of featured songs. "We're really excited. I love Britney Spears."
Fans also want to know whether Matthew Morrison will go all the way and shave his head as rumored for the episode. But the only thing he would confirm is that he couldn't confirm anything.
"All rumors," Morrison told us. "I think you might be surprised. I don't think I'll be performing any [songs]. I might sing a little bit of 'Toxic,' " he shared. "I'm not sure. We haven't really got too far in the script yet, which is why I don't know too much about the head-shaving thing."
Morrison's castmate Amber Reilly is already convinced the episode will be great.
"I can tell you it's going to be a really great episode and you're going to love it," she said. "And they're doing the big hits from Britney."
Which Britney songs do you think are absolutely essential to the "Glee" tribute episode? Tell us in the comments!
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Britney Spears
Photo: Todd Williamson/ Getty Images
Lady Gaga: Check. Madonna: Check. "Glee" has featured the music of the pop stars to acclaim in its first season. Yet the show has yet to get high-profile singers Madge and Gaga to appear in person on the show. But another diva is about to change that.
On Tuesday (August 10), show creator Ryan Murphy confirmed to Ryan Seacrest that Britney Spears will make an appearance on "Glee." Now, fans are anxious to see what they'll do with the Spears discography in an episode set to air next season.
And the cast seems just as excited as the Gleeks about what's to come. Heather Morris couldn't wait to have Spears on set when MTV News spoke to her at the Teen Choice Awards on Sunday.
"I get to do Britney Spears! I'm hearing rumors from other people that she's supposed to be coming ... that'd be so nerve-racking," she said. "I like 'Toxic' the best or the 'Slave' video. It was always her best performance. She's rocking! I don't care what I do."
"I mean I can't really give away songs, but I know we've seen pictures of Lea [Michele] in a sports bra," Jenna Ushkowitz added, confirming online reports that Michele would sing the classic Britney tune " ... Baby One More Time."
"Some old Britney, some new Britney, some Brittany of our Brittany from the Glee club. So it should be funny," Ushkowitz teased of featured songs. "We're really excited. I love Britney Spears."
Fans also want to know whether Matthew Morrison will go all the way and shave his head as rumored for the episode. But the only thing he would confirm is that he couldn't confirm anything.
"All rumors," Morrison told us. "I think you might be surprised. I don't think I'll be performing any [songs]. I might sing a little bit of 'Toxic,' " he shared. "I'm not sure. We haven't really got too far in the script yet, which is why I don't know too much about the head-shaving thing."
Morrison's castmate Amber Reilly is already convinced the episode will be great.
"I can tell you it's going to be a really great episode and you're going to love it," she said. "And they're doing the big hits from Britney."
Which Britney songs do you think are absolutely essential to the "Glee" tribute episode? Tell us in the comments!
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Train -- Our Song was 'Positive' for Sheen
Filed under: Charlie Sheen, Brooke Mueller, Patrick Monahan, Celebrity Justice, Train, Music
The singer from Train claims he's happy Charlie Sheen and his daughter could bond over their hit " Drops of Jupiter " -- even though Sheen told cops the song played a role in the Christmas Day domestic dispute with his wife. Patrick Monahan ( left ) just…
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The singer from Train claims he's happy Charlie Sheen and his daughter could bond over their hit " Drops of Jupiter " -- even though Sheen told cops the song played a role in the Christmas Day domestic dispute with his wife. Patrick Monahan ( left ) just…
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Sunday, August 1, 2010
Al Gore Will Not Be Prosecuted Over Groping Allegations
Former Vice President Al Gore will reportedly not be prosecuted over allegations made by a masseuse who claimed he sexually assaulted her in 2006. According to the Associated Press, District Attorney Michael Schrunk said Friday that the former vice president would not be prosecuted, adding that the case had numerous problems deeming it inappropriate for criminal prosecution. Earlier this month, Gore was questioned by police about the allegations, according to reports by KATU News in Portland, Oregon.
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In Touch Exclusive:What Scott Disick is hiding!
By moving to New York with her boyfriend, Scott Disick, Kourtney Kardashian is hoping for a fresh start ? a new life together, far away from the Miami and LA clubs where Scott?s wild behavior so often broke her heart. But when the pair made their first public appearance in their new home in the Hamptons on July 24 ? it seemed there was already trouble between them. ?Kourtney appeared to be in good spirits, but Scott didn?t even flash the hint of a smile,? says a witness who ran into Kourtney. ?Other than their first photo op, they didn?t touch and hardly ever seemed to even talk to each other.?
For Kourtney and Scott, 27, the move to New York could truly be the beginning of the end. By relocating to Scott?s hometown, Kourtney is coming face-to-face with her boyfriend?s past, which, In Touch has learned, is much darker than she could ever have imagined. ?He was worse than anyone knows,? reveals an old friend of Scott?s, who describes shocking stories of hard partying, disgusting public behavior ? and sex tapes with a number of women. ?Scott and all his close friends were in this fake ?gang? called the Scummers,? the friend recalls. ?They would do all these really awful things together.? The friend claims that Scott met girls at clubs and brought them home. ?When he was hooking up with a girl in bed, his friends would be in the closet, videotaping what was going on. Sometimes, his friends would jump out of the closet. He?d try to let them join in.? Scott collected the tapes, which would be bound to humiliate Kourtney should they ever surface. And shockingly, the friend believes that the tapes still exist at a friend?s apartment in New York City.
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For Kourtney and Scott, 27, the move to New York could truly be the beginning of the end. By relocating to Scott?s hometown, Kourtney is coming face-to-face with her boyfriend?s past, which, In Touch has learned, is much darker than she could ever have imagined. ?He was worse than anyone knows,? reveals an old friend of Scott?s, who describes shocking stories of hard partying, disgusting public behavior ? and sex tapes with a number of women. ?Scott and all his close friends were in this fake ?gang? called the Scummers,? the friend recalls. ?They would do all these really awful things together.? The friend claims that Scott met girls at clubs and brought them home. ?When he was hooking up with a girl in bed, his friends would be in the closet, videotaping what was going on. Sometimes, his friends would jump out of the closet. He?d try to let them join in.? Scott collected the tapes, which would be bound to humiliate Kourtney should they ever surface. And shockingly, the friend believes that the tapes still exist at a friend?s apartment in New York City.
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