Get Thanksgiving dinner without cooking at home Nov 4, 2009
The 82nd Academy Awards ceremony will be held March 7, 2010. Martin hosted the show in 2001 and 2003. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Oscar hosts announced Nov 4, 2009
Veteran funnyman Steve Martin and actor Alec Baldwin will be the co-hosts of next year's 82nd Academy Awards, producers of the movie industry extravaganza announced Tuesday ... Next year's Academy Awards will take place on Sunday 7 March at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood. (iAfrica.com)
The Young Pro Nov 4, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Waco Native To Co-Host Oscars Nov 4, 2009
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences says the two Hollywood veterans will share hosting duties at the 82nd Academy Awards ceremony, on March 7, 2010. Martin has hosted the show twice before. (KWTX.com, TX)
Oscar Co-Hosts Nov 4, 2009
82nd Academy Awards To Be Held On March 7 ... The two Hollywood veterans will share hosting duties at the 82nd Academy Awards, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Tuesday ... Hugh Jackman sang and danced as host of last year's Academy Awards, which saw a ratings boost from the previous year. (KCRA 3, CA)
And Oscar hosts are: Steve Martin, Alec Baldwin Nov 4, 2009
The two Hollywood veterans will share hosting duties at the 82nd Academy Awards, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Tuesday ... Hugh Jackman sang and danced as host of last years Academy Awards, which saw a ratings boost from the previous year ... Telecast plans are shaping up well, said Mechanic, who made three promises about the 82nd Academy Awards ceremony on March 7, 2010: It will be more fun this year, it will be faster this year and it will be the best of the best. (MSNBC -- News)
Oscars flop in TV ratings | Media Nov 4, 2009
It was a triumphant night for European talent at the Oscars, but it was a less happy one for US broadcaster ABC, which saw ratings for the 80th Academy Awards sink to a record low ... 25 Feb 2008: In pictures: The good, the bad, and the downright ugly from the 80th annual Academy Awards. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Cyclists take a star turn at film fest Nov 3, 2009
To be sure, the Boston festival is a far cry from the Academy Awards, Cannes or the Banff Mountain Film Festival. Only about two dozen films were submitted to Boston. (Anchorage Daily News)
FAVRE BEATS MLB ON TV: World Series ratings trail Favre's Lambeay return Nov 3, 2009
Favre's Lambeau return was the highest-rated telecast on any network since the Academy Awards in March. -- Sean Leahy. (USA Today -- Sports)
When it comes to stardom, Clooney has smarts Nov 3, 2009
People who should host the Academy Awards. Add Movie opinions headlines to your news reader. (MSNBC -- News)
British actors dominate TV Globes Nov 1, 2009
" GOLDEN GLOBES Awarded by Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) for film and television work Considered Hollywood's second-biggest movie honours after the Academy Awards Ceremony is unusual in dividing film awards into drama, musical or comedy categories HFPA has more than 80 members, all international journalists, representing 55 countries Co-star Irons said it had been "wonderful" to play opposite the actress in Elizabeth I. "Why is it that the jobs that are the most fun are the ones... (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Matthew Casey: The immunity of fame Nov 1, 2009
Since fleeing the United States, his films have won six Academy Awards. Actors beg to work with him. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Globes confirm Oscar favourites Nov 1, 2009
Traditionally it is the winner of this prize that goes on to Academy Awards glory, rather than its musical or comedy equivalent. It is worth remembering, however, that last year's best drama, Ang Lee's western Brokeback Mountain, ultimately lost out to dark horse Crash at the Oscars. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Lee, Collier counties have a big voice in show biz Oct 31, 2009
Its just a great place to live, said Randy Thomas of Fort Myers, the first woman to announce the Academy Awards, the Tony Awards and the Miss America Pageant ... Who: Randy ThomasHome: South Fort MyersWhere youve heard her: Entertainment Tonight and The Insider, and The Academy Awards. (The News-Press -- Business)
Hilary Swank on her high-flying career Oct 31, 2009
Q: Many people probably think of you as the actress who won two Academy Awards. But between "Boys Don't Cry" and "Million Dollar Baby" you made nine movies, and between "Million Dollar Baby" and "Amelia" you made five. (San Francisco Chronicle)
This Is It makes $20m in one day Oct 31, 2009
He has also revealed that the studio will submit the movie to the Academy Awards for consideration this year in the best picture category. To be a contender for Oscar shortlisting, the film must complete a seven-day run in Los Angeles County and film-makers would need to "submit the proper paperwork," Academy spokeswoman Leslie Unger said. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Surprise! Hugh Jackman isnt hosting Oscars Oct 31, 2009
Kevin Winter / Getty ImagesHugh Jackman won raves for his musical number with Beyonce Knowles during last year's Academy Awards. . (MSNBC -- News)
10th annual FilmColumbia Festival screens local students documentary Oct 31, 2009
Nicholas said the film festival also had the North American premiere of Can t Live Without You, a film from Taiwan that has already been submitted for Best Foreign Film at the Academy Awards. The film was screened at the Morris Memorial and the Taipei Cultural and Economic Office in New York flew the lead actor, Wen-Pin Chen, in for the premiere, she said. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Sony plans to enter 'This Is It' in Oscar race Oct 31, 2009
Spokesman Steve Elzer says the studio will submit Michael Jackson's This Is It for Academy Awards consideration. The film was made from rehearsal footage recorded as Jackson prepared for a series of comeback concerts in London before his death in June. (USA Today -- Life)
More >> Oct 31, 2009
With the Academy Awards best-picture slate expanded to 10 films this year rather than the traditional five, ``This Is It'' could find itself among the contenders, he said. To qualify, the film must complete a seven-day run in Los Angeles County and filmmakers would need to ``submit the proper paperwork,'' said Leslie Unger, spokeswoman for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which puts on the Oscars. (India Times)
Akiva Goldsman discusses his career as a screenwriter, producer, and director Oct 30, 2009
Shockingly, he got the gig, and the eventual film, about physicist John Nash and his slippery hold on reality, would win four Academy Awards, including best adapted screenplay for Goldsman, best director for Ron Howard, and best picture. It was a profound experience for all of us involved, Goldsman recently recalled. (Boston Globe)
Aviator and Vera take Bafta glory Oct 30, 2009
" DiCaprio, who lost out on the best actor Bafta to Foxx, will face him again at the Academy Awards in two weeks' time. Cate Blanchett beat her fellow Aviator star Leonardo DiCaprio to an award "It's the first time I've come to the Baftas because it's the first time I've been nominated," he told reporters on the red carpet. "I've appreciated British cinema for a long time and to be recognised like this is a special honour. " Other winners included The Motorcycle Diaries which took best foreign... (Yahoo News -- Film Awards)
New Zealand hails Rings heroes Oct 30, 2009
The Lord of The Rings: The Return of the King won 11 prizes out of a possible 11 at the Academy Awards. It became the first fantasy film to win best picture - and equalled the record trophy tally at the Hollywood ceremony. (Yahoo News -- Lord of the Rings)
Oscars flop in TV ratings | Media Oct 30, 2009
It was a triumphant night for European talent at the Oscars, but it was a less happy one for US broadcaster ABC, which saw ratings for the 80th Academy Awards sink to a record low ... 25 Feb 2008: In pictures: The good, the bad, and the downright ugly from the 80th annual Academy Awards ... 21 Feb 2008: With the 80th annual Academy awards approaching, film pundits discuss who might walk away with the prizes. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Globes confirm Oscar favourites Oct 30, 2009
Traditionally it is the winner of this prize that goes on to Academy Awards glory, rather than its musical or comedy equivalent. It is worth remembering, however, that last year's best drama, Ang Lee's western Brokeback Mountain, ultimately lost out to dark horse Crash at the Oscars. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
British actors dominate TV Globes Oct 30, 2009
" GOLDEN GLOBES Awarded by Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) for film and television work Considered Hollywood's second-biggest movie honours after the Academy Awards Ceremony is unusual in dividing film awards into drama, musical or comedy categories HFPA has more than 80 members, all international journalists, representing 55 countries Co-star Irons said it had been "wonderful" to play opposite the actress in Elizabeth I. "Why is it that the jobs that are the most fun are the ones... (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Could Jacksons This Is It win an Oscar? Oct 30, 2009
With the Academy Awards best-picture slate expanded to 10 films this year rather than the traditional five, This Is It could find itself among the contenders, he said. More on This Is It video. (MSNBC -- Music)
Could it win an Oscar? Oct 30, 2009
line up for the opening of the "Michael Jackson (Jason Redmond / AP) Fan Miguel Cervantes, 10, of Los Angeles holds up his pass for the opening of the "Michael Jackson THIS IS IT" movie at Regal Cinemas L.A. LIVE Stadium 14 in Los Angeles (Jason Redmond / AP) Could 'This Is It' win an Oscar? Could `Michael Jackson's This Is It' win an Oscar? Sony hopes so. By SANDY COHEN, Associated Press Last updated: 7:16 p.m., Thursday, October 29, 2009 LOS ANGELES -- Sony thinks its new Michael Jackson... (Albany Times Union)
Truancy Threatens 'Slumdog' Kids' Trusts Oct 30, 2009
GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty ImagesThe cast and crew of "Slumdog Millionaire" celebrate the film's Best Picture win at the 81st annual Academy Awards in February. Truancy Threatens 'Slumdog' Kids' Trusts. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Why Was Brad Renfro Left Out Of Oscars Memorial Montage? Oct 29, 2009
MTV News had the Academy Awards covered all night. Check out the right here, our , and two different reports, including one from. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Schedule revealed for Osborne festival Oct 29, 2009
"Robert is the world's foremost authority on the Academy Awards, and he worked hard to put together this dynamic program," said Nate Kohn, a telecommunications professor at the University of Georgia and the festival's executive producer. "Robert's commitment to the success of our festival is something we're very proud of.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Abigail Breslin to play Helen Keller on Bway Oct 29, 2009
Both actresses won Academy Awards for their performances in the 1962 film version. There have been several subsequent television versions, including one in 1979 in which Duke played the teacher and Melissa Gilbert her pupil. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Daniel Day-Lewis Dishes About His Clooney Kiss At The Oscars Oct 29, 2009
"I'm at the Academy Awards it doesn't get much better than this!" ... MTV News had the Academy Awards covered all night. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
The Young Pro Oct 29, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Tower to the people Oct 28, 2009
In an interview with The New York Times in March the comedian cited his reluctance to do award shows, specifically the Academy Awards, describing it as a ''thankless task for a comedian. Either way, his hiring will be an improvement on last year's show, at which, because of the writers' strike, a list of winners was merely read out. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Lucknow: Why is Oscar child star Pinki not smiling? Oct 28, 2009
The child protagonist of Oscar-winning documentary "Smile Pinki", who shot to international fame after she attended the Academy Awards in Los Angeles earlier this year, has been frantically trying to get the authorities to keep their promise of turning her village in Uttar Pradesh into a model village. Leading a group of locals from her native village Rampur Dabai in Mirzapur district, some 300 km from Lucknow, Pinki has visited different government offices in the past week to enquire about the... (India Times, India)
Newcomer Sidibe starts award season with win Oct 28, 2009
Mulligan's portrayal of a young student in a relationship with an older man in "An Education" earned her the Hollywood Breakthrough Actress Award, and has some Oscar pundits saying it'll also lead her to the Kodak Theatre next March for the Academy Awards. "Oh, I just met Hilary Swank. I'm in a little bit of a daze," Mulligan continued. (MSNBC -- News)
Oscars flop in TV ratings | Media Oct 28, 2009
It was a triumphant night for European talent at the Oscars, but it was a less happy one for US broadcaster ABC, which saw ratings for the 80th Academy Awards sink to a record low ... co.uk's film editor, Xan Brooks, reviews the highlights of this year's Academy Awards. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Stars laud Cosby as Twain prize awarded Oct 28, 2009
A more freewheeling affair than the Academy Awards and other Hollywood honors, the Globes are known as a place where stars can cut loose over dinner and drinks. Gervais said it was a good environment to give him free rein as host. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Best actress category looks slim for 09 Oscars Oct 27, 2009
There are very few metaphysical certainties when it comes to talking about the Academy Awards, but its pretty much a done deal that Carey Mulligan will be a Best Actress nominee for her funny and forthright starring role in An Education. Her characters blossoming from dreamy-eyed schoolgirl to chic woman of the world has been dazzling critics ever since the films premiere at Sundance, which is also where the talk of a nomination began. (MSNBC -- News)
Ricky Gervais To Host Golden Globe Awards Oct 27, 2009
In a March interview with the comedian spoke about his qualms against hosting award ceremonies specifically the Academy Awards, which he cited as an opportunity with nothing but risks. "I think it's a thankless task for a comedian," Gervais said at the time. (VHI.com -- Music News)
People who should host the Academy Awards Oct 27, 2009
Hugh Jackman had a chance now lets try one of these luminaries. com contributorupdated 9:11 a.m. ET Oct. 26, 2009. (MSNBC -- News)
Keep Fishin' Oct 27, 2009
"Love is the Answer" has a hint of Indian flavor, from the background music to the accompanying vocals by Amrita Sen, who performed "Slumdog Millionaire's" "Jai Ho" with AR Rahman at the 2009 Academy Awards. 00001C14. (Daily Orange, NY)
British actors dominate TV Globes Oct 27, 2009
" GOLDEN GLOBES Awarded by Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) for film and television work Considered Hollywood's second-biggest movie honours after the Academy Awards Ceremony is unusual in dividing film awards into drama, musical or comedy categories HFPA has more than 80 members, all international journalists, representing 55 countries Co-star Irons said it had been "wonderful" to play opposite the actress in Elizabeth I. "Why is it that the jobs that are the most fun are the ones... (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Not the "Fame" you remember Oct 27, 2009
This fact differentiates itself from its predecessor, which won Academy Awards for Best Original Song and Best Music Score in addition to several Golden Globe Nominations. But despite its drawbacks I did enjoy this film. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
`Paranormal Activity' slays `Saw' with $22 million Oct 26, 2009
Swank can tear up the screen in raw street drama such as "Boys Don't Cry" and "Million Dollar Baby," for which she earned Academy Awards. She's miserably out of her skin as the stately Earhart, though - drab, distant, utterly uninvolving. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Precious star 'scared' of Oscars Oct 23, 2009
The event chose Slumdog Millionaire as its main prize winner in 2008, which went on to major success at the Academy Awards. Mo'Nique, who gives a powerful performance as Precious's dysfunctional mother in the film, is an early tip for acting plaudits at movie awards ceremonies. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Slanguage Dictionary Oct 23, 2009
kudocast -- Variety term for an awards show; "The Academy Awards is typically the highest-rated kudocast of the year.". (the) Lion (also Leo) -- Variety-ese for Metro-Goldwyn Mayer (MGM) Studios, so referred to because of the company's legendary "Leo the Lion" logo; "A spokesman for the Lion declined to comment on the deal.". (Variety)
Weak script and lethargic acting ground 'Amelia' Oct 23, 2009
" And yet this film, coming 72 years after Earhart vanished, plays it awfully safe. Under Mira Nair's direction, "Amelia" is respectable and respectful, with a solid performance from two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank. Capsule reviews: `Amelia' and others Capsule reviews of films opening this week: "Amelia" - Considering the risks Amelia Earhart took, losing her life in the call of aviation, Hilary Swank and director Mira Nair don't put much on the line in their film biography of the pioneering... (Fresno Bee)
Hamburger elevated to a fine-dining hit Oct 22, 2009
Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck confides that his mini-cheeseburgers go faster than anything else at Academy Awards parties. At French Laundry in Yount- ville, where diners shell out $240 for dinners, chef Thomas Keller is planning a separate burger joint. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Call of the wild Oct 22, 2009
Exclusive Academy Awards coverage. More stories from Concierge. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Life award for Toy Story creator Oct 22, 2009
The 52-year-old said he hoped more animated films would be put forward for best picture at the Academy Awards, a category which is being expanded to 10 nominees. Pixar began life as a division of LucasFilm. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Travoltas Still Seeking Solace in Scientology? Oct 22, 2009
Actors John Travolta and Kelly Preston attend the 80th Annual Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre in. Actors John Travolta and Kelly Preston attend the 80th Annual Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre in this February 24, 2008 file photo in Los Angeles, California. (ABC News)
Globes confirm Oscar favourites Oct 21, 2009
Traditionally it is the winner of this prize that goes on to Academy Awards glory, rather than its musical or comedy equivalent. It is worth remembering, however, that last year's best drama, Ang Lee's western Brokeback Mountain, ultimately lost out to dark horse Crash at the Oscars. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Shankman, Mechanic to produce the Oscars Oct 21, 2009
LOS ANGELES - Hairspray director Adam Shankman and former 20th Century Fox studio boss Bill Mechanic have been named producers of the Academy Awards, saying they hope to inject more fun and restore TV ratings glory to Hollywoods biggest party. Tuesdays announcement marked the second year in a row that organizers have picked a pair of rookie Oscar producers to oversee the show. (MSNBC -- News)
They're here Oct 19, 2009
With the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences increasing from five to 10 nominations for the best picture Oscar for the coming Academy Awards, there may be just enough Academy members to snare a nomination for Jonze's risky adventure. It has plenty of star power, with best actor winner Forest Whitaker, The Sopranos' James Gandolfini and Hollywood actress Catherine Keener along w 00004000 ith Australians Steve Mouzakis (The Secret Life of Us), Angus Sampson (Underbelly) and Nick Farnell... (The Age, Australia)
New book examines black women's film stardom Oct 19, 2009
Halle Berry shows off her Oscar backstage after winning for best actress for her role in "Monster's Ball" during the 74th annual Academy Awards on in Los Angeles. Dorothy Dandridge was the first black woman to be nominated for a Best Actress Oscar. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Kauai opens doors to visiting Japanese dignitaries at first summit luncheon (253) Oct 19, 2009
Kaleinani Hayakawa, chair of the All Japan Hula Association and who was portrayed in the Japanese movie, Hula Girls which won four Academy Awards in Japan in 2007, was also on hand with a contingent of dancers to take part in the Matsuri event. Hayakawa s portrayal represented the birth of the Spa Resort Hawaiian when she, as a hula dancer, persisted despite the Iwaki mining town falling on hard times as industry and the world moved from coal to fossil fuel. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Aviator and Vera take Bafta glory Oct 17, 2009
" DiCaprio, who lost out on the best actor Bafta to Foxx, will face him again at the Academy Awards in two weeks' time. Cate Blanchett beat her fellow Aviator star Leonardo DiCaprio to an award "It's the first time I've come to the Baftas because it's the first time I've been nominated," he told reporters on the red carpet. "I've appreciated British cinema for a long time and to be recognised like this is a special honour. " Other winners included The Motorcycle Diaries which took best foreign... (Yahoo News -- Film Awards)
Daniel Day-Lewis Dishes About His Clooney Kiss At The Oscars Oct 17, 2009
"I'm at the Academy Awards it doesn't get much better than this!" ... MTV News had the Academy Awards covered all night. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
'Project Runway' Designer in Philadelphia for AIDS Walk Philly to Educate About Living with HIV through Living Positive By Design Oct 17, 2009
Since then, Jack has brought the campaign to Atlanta, GA at the Atlanta AIDS Walk; New York, NY at the Gay Men's Health Crisis' (GMHC) annual Fashion Forward fundraiser; San Francisco, CA at the Academy of Friends' annual Academy Awards Night Gala; Houston, TX at the AIDS Walk Houston; Chicago, IL at the AIDS Foundation of Chicago's Make a Statement: Design for the Cure event; and most recently to New Orleans, LA at the NO/AIDS Task Force's NO/AIDS Walk. He will continue to raise awareness about... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Young Pro Oct 16, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
New Zealand hails Rings heroes Oct 16, 2009
The Lord of The Rings: The Return of the King won 11 prizes out of a possible 11 at the Academy Awards. It became the first fantasy film to win best picture - and equalled the record trophy tally at the Hollywood ceremony. (Yahoo News -- Lord of the Rings)
Key winners at Cannes, Berlin festivals compete for foreign-language honors at Oscars Oct 16, 2009
LOS ANGELES (AP) Top prize-winners from the Cannes and Berlin film festivals are among 65 movies competing for the foreign-language honor at the Academy Awards next March ... Nominations for the 82nd Academy Awards come out Feb. 2. (FOX61, CT)
Why Was Brad Renfro Left Out Of Oscars Memorial Montage? Oct 15, 2009
MTV News had the Academy Awards covered all night. Check out the right here, our , and two different reports, including one from. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
