'Education' a delightful look at growing up Nov 21, 2009
Jenny (Mulligan) is 16 years old in 1961, on track for Oxford, thanks to her own considerable intelligence and her overbearing father, Jack (Alfred Molina, very good). She's the best and brightest student in her strict girls school, but she's aware there is more to life, even if it's not currently available to her. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Carey Mulligan Breaks Through in An... Nov 19, 2009
Peter Sarsgaard, Alfred Molina Co-Star in Coming of Age Romance ... As Jenny's parents, Alfred Molina and Cara Seymour are surprisingly passive when it comes to truly protecting their teenage daughter. (Suite101.com)
Production Begins in Portland, Oregon on Untitled Gus Van Sant Project Nov 14, 2009
BRYCE DALLAS HOWARD recently starred in Kenneth Branagh's adaptation of the Shakespeare classic As You Like It, for which her performance as Rosalind opposite Kevin Kline and Alfred Molina earned her a Golden Globe nomination. She also was recently seen opposite Christian Bale in Terminator Salvation, directed by McG, and will next be seen in the feature film adaptation of the Tennessee Williams play, The Loss Of A Teardrop Diamond, in which she will star opposite Chris Evans, Will Patton and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Peter Sarsguaard in An Education Nov 10, 2009
It is the story of Jenny (a star making performance from Carey Mulligan) a 16 year old girl whose uptight father (Alfred Molina) is constantly hounding her to keep up her grades in order to move on from a private school into Oxford University where she can study English and find a lucrative female career. It s the early 60s however and Jenny dreams, not of the rigid social structure of Oxford or England for that matter, but to move to Paris and be free: speaking French, seeing French films and... (Suite101.com)
An Education Oct 30, 2009
The film also features Emma Thompson, Dominic Cooper, Alfred Molina and Rosamund Pike. Hornby talks about the long process from conception to fruition of the movie and his hopes for Mulligan's future. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
DVDs you should have seen -- but didn't Oct 22, 2009
But look across the ocean and behold: "An Education" is both cleverly packaged and wonderfully executed; it will get terrific reviews, do decent big-city business and plausibly garner at least a best-actress nomination for the irresistible Mulligan and a supporting actor nod for Alfred Molina (who plays the wanton teen's suburban dad). Lone Scherfig, its director, is a 50-year-old Danish woman whose only international success came with "Italian for Beginners" in 2000. (Salon)
Review: 'An Education' serves up hard truths Oct 17, 2009
Lone Scherfig's direction, despite a touch of the longueurs in the last act, is sensitive to all the characters - from Jenny's gullible father (Alfred Molina) to David's blithe cohorts (Rosamund Pike and Dominic Cooper) - and she maintains and builds upon the screenplay's sense of balance. Of special note is Olivia Williams, who, in just a few scenes and with clipped, spare dialogue, creates a warm portrait of a young schoolteacher. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The Little Traitor Oct 16, 2009
Last Updated: 4:49 AM, October 16, 2009. Posted: 3:32 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Life lessons come with a price in ‘An Education’ Oct 16, 2009
The film s also very smart about Jenny s parents, Jack (Alfred Molina) and Majorie (Cara Seymour), middle-class strivers seduced by David s hints of upper-class connections ... Starring: Carey Mulligan, Peter Sarsgaard, Alfred Molina, Cara Seymour, Olivia Williams. (Boston Globe)
Clooney opens film festival Oct 15, 2009
Clooney opens London film festival - Film - Entertainment - theage. The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. (The Age, Australia)
Clooney gets foxy as London Film Festival opens Oct 15, 2009
Other stars due to attend include Julianne Moore, Clive Owen, Ray Winstone, Emma Thompson and Alfred Molina. The festival will host a free outdoor screening in Trafalgar Square, while more than 20 archive short films will be shown with live piano accompaniment. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Movie fans check in for Couples Retreat Oct 12, 2009
The film stars Carey Mulligan, Peter Sarsgaard and Alfred Molina in the story of a 1960s teen whose route to an Oxford education is sidetracked by an affair with an older man. 2009 The Associated Press. (MSNBC -- News)
The Next Oscar Contenders Oct 11, 2009
Directed by Sweden s Lone Scherfig (Italian for Beginners), the cast is flawless, with Alfred Molina as Jenny s blustery dad; Cara Seymour as her mother; Emma Thompson as headmistress of her school and Olivia Williams as her proud instructor. Carey s is an award-worthy performance, as are Alfred Molina s pompous ass, and Peter s manipulating sophisticate. (Fox News)
Great 'Education' Oct 10, 2009
Jenny's dad (Alfred Molina) is fearful and fussy; Mum (Cara Seymour) is resigned. So the good student studies her Latin, grinding for admisson into Oxford University. (CNN -- Showbiz)
'An Education': Girl School, By Kurt Loder Oct 10, 2009
The angel-faced English actress Carey Mulligan, in a performance of complete, star-quality confidence, plays 16-year-old Jenny, who's chafing under the pressure from her father (Alfred Molina) to buckle down on her Latin and other studies in order to get into Oxford, something he was never able to do. But Jenny has dreams of her own, although they're a little vague. (VHI.com -- Music News)
'An Education,' ingenue soars to head of the class Oct 9, 2009
Commanding the screen with an impossibly regal ease, Mulligan s Jenny is ruthlessly poised, too bright for her own good and more grown-up than her own fluttering dad (Alfred Molina) or her sly middle-aged boyfriend (Peter Sarsgaard, dragging along a dodgy English accent) ... Commanding the screen with an impossibly regal ease, Mulligan s Jenny is ruthlessly poised, too bright for her own good and more grown-up than her own fluttering dad (Alfred Molina) or her sly middle-aged boyfriend (Peter... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'An Education' teaches a vivid lesson in life, love Oct 9, 2009
An Education * * * 1/2 (out of four) Stars: Carey Mulligan, Peter Sarsgaard, Alfred Molina, Rosamund Pike, Dominic Cooper, Emma Thompson, Olivia WilliamsDirector: Lone ScherfigDistributor: Sony Pictures ClassicsRating: PG-13 for smoking and mature thematic material involving sexual contentRunning time: 1 hour, 40 minutesOpens Friday in New York. WATCH THE TRAILER. (USA Today -- Life)
Film Review: Mulligan radiates in ‘An Education’ Oct 9, 2009
Even her protective parents (Alfred Molina and Cara Seymour), who are initially skeptical of David s intentions because he s twice her age, fall for his urbane charms. And we do, too, Sarsgaard is so smooth even though we should know better. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Carey Mulligan in An Education: A Star Is Born Oct 9, 2009
" burdensome praise for any young actress, but a commendation Mulligan has earned. She's as yet unknown to the mass American audience: she had a small, unremarkable role in this summer's Public Enemies, and will be seen in December with Jake Gyllenhaal, Natalie Portman and Tobey Maguire in Brothers. Yet she seems assured of a career breakthrough and an Oscar nomination for An Education, both because she's at the center of this appealing movie from first to last and because, through her craft and... (Time.com)
An Education earns high, if not perfect, scores Oct 8, 2009
Her domineering but loving father Jack (Alfred Molina) just wants her to spend more time studying Latin so she can get into Oxford ... Starring: Carey Mulligan, Peter Sarsgaard, Emma Thompson, Alfred MolinaDirector: Lone ScherfigRun time: 1 hour, 35 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Molina stars opposite Dawn French Sep 16, 2009
Alfred Molina previously starred in 1978 sitcom The Losers. Da Vinci Code actor Alfred Molina is to star opposite Dawn French in new BBC Two comedy series Roger and Val Have Just Got In, it has been announced. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Clooney, Romero dazzle at film festival Sep 14, 2009
Yards away, Alfred Molina, Peter Sarsgaard and Dominic Cooper made selective rounds for their movies. Fans have been stationed outside the Intercontinental, Four Seasons, Park Hyatt and other swanky venues with digital cameras or cell phones in hand. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A look at this fall’s movies Sep 13, 2009
With Alfred Molina, Dominic Cooper, Rosamund Pike, and Emma Thompson. Directed by Danishwoman Lone Scherfig and adapted by Nick Hornby from Lynn Barber s novel. (Boston Globe)
Telluride by the Sea 2009: So good, it goes to 11 Sep 10, 2009
"FRIDAY, SEPT. 186 p.m. Party in Founders Lobby, Patron Pass Holders Only**********COCO BEFORE CHANELFriday, Sept. 18 7:30 p.m.Anne Fontaine traces the famed designer's early life, from orphanage to barroom chanteuse to the development of her distinctive fashion aesthetic. Haute couture and the sense of an artist coming into her own has seldom been as wondrous to behold. Featuring a superb, understated performance by Audrey Tautou ("Amlie"), and already a smash hit in France, "Coco" shows... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Cinema's tasty treats Aug 7, 2009
Johnny Depp is her gypsy love interest, Alfred Molina the self-righteous mayor, Judi Dench a crotchety landlady who melts with spicy hot cocoa and Lena Olin an abused wife who finds liberation in the business. Will create constant cravings for: Chocolate in all its fantastic forms, from hot (perhaps with a sprinkling of chili pepper as in the movie) to cold to a fudgy topping over French vanilla ice cream to the finest dark chocolate truffle. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Summer Movies to Rent on DVD Jun 20, 2009
But when a lab accident turns a scientist into the deadly Dr. Octopus (Alfred Molina), Peter realizes he can t escape his responsibilities and must regain his powers before this new super villain harms his friends and family. Often regarded as one of the best superhero movies, Spider-Man 2 balances great special effects with a strong story about responsibility. (Suite101.com)
Its official: T.R. Knight to exit Greys Anatomy Jun 18, 2009
Per an insider, the theatrically-trained thesp is in talks to start 2010 by headlining a Broadway revival of Lend Me a Tenor, the classic farce he recently did a reading of with Alfred Molina, Tony Shalhoub and Marian Seldes. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- News)
Celebrity Birthdays For The Week Of May 24-30 May 22, 2009
Actor Jim Broadbent ("Moulin Rouge," ''Iris") is 59. Actor Alfred Molina is 56. Singer Rosanne Cash is 54. Actress Kristin Scott Thomas is 49. Bassist Jimmy Ashhurst of Buckcherry is 46. Keyboardist Vivian Trimble (Luscious Jackson) is 46. Actor John C. Reilly ("Chicago," ''Gangs of New York") is 44. Actor Eric Close ("Without A Trace") is 42. (KIRO TV, WA)
Trek not the only facelift Hollywood got right May 9, 2009
Gibson and Jodie Fosters sexy banter was inspired, and you can never have too much of Alfred Molina as a bad guy. This actually was one of the first remakes to sidestep the original cast member cameo and the original Maverick James Garner made director Richard Donner look like a genius by nearly stealing the movie as the shady lawman. (MSNBC -- News)
Autograph collection graces walls of Laurens pub Apr 19, 2009
Among the first to come in was Alfred Molina in his Doc Ock get-up from the Spider-Man movie. Some days John would find 40 to 50 of them in the mailbox. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
* OTHER RELEASES Mar 27, 2009
The upside is that its got a good cast: John Cleese, Jeremy Irons, Jean Reno, Alfred Molina and Martins All of Me co-star Lily Tomlin, to name a few, though some critics lamented the waste of talent X not to mention a gratuitous CNN cameo (guess who). In Part 2, the Pink Panther diamond is targeted by a legendary thief, and Clouseau must foil him. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
DVD Review: Wonder Woman Mar 3, 2009
The movie kicks off with Queen Hyppolita (Virginia Madsen) leading her Amazons against the forces of darkness led by Ares (Alfred Molina), the Greek God of War. After a massive battle in which Hyppolita is forced to behead her own son, she beats Ares and, with the help of Zeus and Hera, binds him in bracelets that not only sap his power but can only be broken by another god. (Suite101.com)
Bachchan chat Feb 21, 2009
You know you've got Steve Martin, Andy Garcia, Alfred Molina, Emily Mortimer and Jean Reno in it. Aishwarya Rai stars alongside Steve Martin, playing the hapless Inspecteur Clouseau. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Pittsburgh Jewish Israeli Film Festival Feb 20, 2009
The 16th annual event will open March 12 with "The Little Traitor," close 17 days later with "The Case for Israel" and bring movies starring Alfred Molina, Susan Sarandon, William H. Macy and comedian Yisrael Campbell to town ... "The Little Traitor" -- In 1947 Jerusalem, an officer (Alfred Molina) nabs an 11-year-old boy for violating curfew. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mini movie reviews Feb 20, 2009
This wafer-thin crime romp is amusing in spots as Clouseau joins an international team of detectives (Andy Garcia, Alfred Molina, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Yuki Matsuzaki) and his usual sidekicks (Jean Reno and Emily Mortimer) to track a thief swiping the world's rarest treasures. But the movie's mostly a waste of time and talent, including Martin's reunion with "All of Me" co-star Lily Tomlin, who has a few pointless walk-ons. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Naughty lad keeps kit on Feb 18, 2009
" Although coyer than expected about removing his clothes, Cumming has some attire that he is passionate about - his three pairs of rubbery Croc shoes. He claims credit for introducing the footwear to Helen Mirren, possibly destroying her reputation as a style icon, while filming The Tempest with comic Russell Brand, Alfred Molina and Chris Cooper recently. DIVA IN A NAPPY Before making it as a pop star, Kate Miller-Heidke trained as an opera singer, but her next stage role is a long way from... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
'Pink Panther 2,' 2 stars Feb 8, 2009
He joins Pepperidge (Alfred Molina), Vicenzo (Andy Garcia) and Kenji (Yuki Matsuzaki), ostensibly to add his expertise. Of course, he cripples them with his idiocy instead. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
‘Panther’ a declawed comedy Feb 8, 2009
This time out, Clouseau is paired with an international ;dream team; of detectives and experts (Andy Garcia, Alfred Molina, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Yuki Matsuzaki) to find ;The Tornado,; a legendary thief who has swiped the Shroud of Turin, the Magna Carta, the pope;s ring and other treasures. Tagging along are Clouseau;s faithful partner (Jean Reno) and awkward love interest (Emily Mortimer) from the first movie, with some romantic hijinks involving Garcia and Rai Bachchan thrown in. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
The bumbling inspector is back, in a clumsy sequel Feb 8, 2009
As a so-called dream team of investigators from Britain (Alfred Molina), Japan (Yuki Matsuzaki) and Italy (Andy Garcia) question the pope, Clouseau rummages through a closet stuffed with papal vestments, impulsively tries one on and rushes to the balcony overlooking St. Peter's Square. Leaning forward to bestow a blessing, he loses his footing, tumbles head first from the balcony and clings to a flagpole, robes flapping along with his arms and legs. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The Pink Panther 2 Feb 8, 2009
New additions include Lily Tomlin, Alfred Molina, Andy Garcia and Bollywood star, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Each of them get a couple of scenes of screen time, though you end up wishing to see more from fewer of them, particularly Reno and Molina. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Steve Martin: The sophisticated dilettante Feb 8, 2009
The new film teams up Martin with a quartet of investigators (including Andy Garcia, Alfred Molina and Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan) to solve a series of high-profile heists that include the inevitable theft of the Pink Panther diamond. You know, you look at a film like Pink Panther 2 and anything with a 2 after it is automatically dismissed, although I do think this film's better than the first, he said. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
'Pink Panther 2' stumbles, bumbles and bores Feb 8, 2009
Stars: Steve Martin, Jean Reno, Alfred Molina, John Cleese, Emily Mortimer, Andy Garcia, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Lily TomlinDirector: Harold ZwartDistributor: MGM and Columbia PicturesRating: PG for some suggestive humor, brief mild language and actionRunning time: 1 hour, 32 minutesOpens today nationwide ... Alfred Molina, a newcomer to the series, threatens to wear a pink tutu if the bumbling Clouseau can solve the case of who has stolen the Magna Carta, the pope's ring and, of course, the... (USA Today -- Life)
"Pink Panther 2" Feb 7, 2009
There's the stiff Brit (Alfred Molina), the libidinous Italian (Andy Garcia), the geeky Japanese guy (Yuki Matsuzaki) and the brainy, smoking-hot Indian chick (Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai Bachchan). In the extended Dream Team, there's Clouseau's nemesis-cum-supervisor, Dreyfus (John Cleese); his hangdog partner, Ponton (Jean Reno); and his nerdy-yet-soign. (Salon)
Stepping out Feb 7, 2009
Written by Fever Pitch's Nick Hornby, it documents the growing pains of a teenage girl in 1960s England and stars Peter Saarsgard, Alfred Molina and Happy-Go-Lucky's Sally Hawkins. Without anything to recommend it beyond its charm, there are already mutterings that it could be another Slumdog Millionaire. (BBC News -- Europe)
Pink Panther 2 is a total waste of time Feb 7, 2009
The film demonstrates its wit and intelligence in dealing with different nationalities by giving us an Italian lothario (Andy Garcia), a haughty and officious Brit (Alfred Molina) and a gadget-obsessed Japanese gumshoe (Yuki Matsuzaki). And if for no other reason than to guarantee a boffo opening weekend in India, lovely Bollywood icon Aishwarya Rai Bachchan comes along for the ride playing an expert on The Tornado, even though the film gives her nothing funny to say or interesting to do. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Comedy: Biglaughs from Aniston, Carrey Feb 7, 2009
Starring: Luis Guzmn, Freddy Rodriguez, Debra Messing, Alfred Molina, Jay Hernandez, Elizabeth Pea, John Leguizamo Director: Alfredo De Villa Story: The Rodriguez family decides to reunite for the holidays. Stockbroker Mauricios (Leguizamo) high-powered wife (Messing) is more interested in her career than in having children. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Inspector Clouseau is handed the case of the missing point Feb 7, 2009
The large guest-star cast includes Alfred Molina, Andy Garcia, Jeremy Irons, John Cleese and Lily Tomlin. Emily Mortimer and Jean Reno reprise their roles from the first film. (The Star-Ledger - NJ.com)
