Scoop: Is money keeping Ed and Jillian together? Aug 19, 2009
(Katherine and Rebbie Jackson feared) it would turn the burial into a spectacle that will be hard for the kids to not be swept up in," the friend said. Katherine is having a really hard time with Michaels death, but she puts the kids first. She and Rebbie have been doing a good job of keeping separate from the drama. Joe doesnt factor how Paris, Prince and Blanket will be a part of the equation. The more decisions he gets to be involved in, the worse it is for the kids. Thats... (MSNBC -- Gossip)
YOU CAN'T CALL THIS AUDIENCE IN... Aug 19, 2009
" First Lady Michelle Paterson came by with socialite Debbie Bancroft. Behind her, Bryan Adams and something stunning named Zani Gugelmann, presumably another socialite. Harvey Weinstein put his cellphone down long enough to kiss Padma Lakshmi. The Cinema Society's Andrew Saffir schlepped his linen jacket in his hand. Too hot outside, where the VIPs were arriving, and he obviously trusted nobody enough to leave it inside. Then Sir Ben Kingsley told me, "Tonight my own new film about Ireland,... (New York Post -- Gossip)
Newsweek: What Clinton hopes to accomplish in Africa Aug 7, 2009
In his first appearance, halfway through the movie, a dour-looking Ben Kingsley, playing the vice president, appears in the Oval Office bearing fertility beads from Togo and a giant hat from the people of Burundi. He had been sent on an extended tour through the continent by a president determined to strip him of all power and influence. (MSNBC -- International)
Portrait of suffering Aug 1, 2009
Only at the movies have I met the Stoner Therapist - in 2008's "The Wackness" (which featured Ben Kingsley, long of hair and large of bong). Bette Midler had a few tokes as Mel Gibson's marriage counselor in "What Women Want," but the strung-out, midlife seediness of these latest incarnations marks a new cinematic low for mental-health professionals. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Sherlock Holmes’s staying power Jul 19, 2009
In Without a Clue, it s Ben Kingsley s Watson who s the real brains of the operation. Usually, though, Holmes has been played straight. (Boston Globe)
Upcoming movies now appearing in a book near you Jul 5, 2009
The movie: Martin Scorsese directs Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo, Ben Kingsley and Emily Mortimer. Opening: Oct. 2. (Erie Times-News, PA)
The top 10 best screen mobsters Jun 29, 2009
Runners-up: Jules Winnfield (Samuel L. Jackson, "Pulp Fiction"), Don Logan (Ben Kingsley, "Sexy Beast"), Furio Giunta (Federico Castelluccio, "The Sopranos"), Bugsy Malone (Scott Baio, "Bugsy Malone"), Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington, "American Gangster") and Tony Blundetto (Steve Buscemi, "The Sopranos"). sbox. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Scene & Herd: A town full of summer songs Jun 4, 2009
House of Sand and Fog is now a movie starring Ben Kingsley. The talk is free, but seating is limited. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
'Gandhi' back in India May 22, 2009
Oscar-winner Ben Kingsley stars with Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan. "Teen Patti" is Kingsley's first return to Indian filmmaking after "Gandhi in 1982 It is the first time an Oscar-winner has starred in Bollywood film Most high-profile amalgamation of western and Indian movie-making talent yet By Mairi Mackay CNN CANNES, France (CNN) -- Editor's note: Watch The Screening Room Cannes special on CNN at the following dates and times: Wednesday 27 May: 0730, 1730, Saturday 30 May: 0730, 1800,... (CNN -- International)
Whats in store for next years Oscars? May 21, 2009
Oscar winner Ben Kingsley as the nefarious Fagin. Doesnt everyone prefer Sir Ben in Sexy Beast demeanor rather than Gandhi mode. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Halle Berry Was on 'Knots'? The Cast of 'Knots Landing' Then May 1, 2009
" When word broke a few months ago that Nicollette was leaving Wisteria Lane after five years, we waited to see how she d go out. That question was answered last week, when her character, Edie Britt, died in a fatal car accident after discovering her creepy husband was psycho. What's in store for Nicollette now? The voice of Zenna in the upcoming "Noah's Ark: The New Beginning" starring Michael Keaton, Ben Kingsley, and Elliott Gould. William Devane Then William Devane had been acting for more... (Fox News)
The news still reason to get out of bed Apr 28, 2009
When Penn State President Graham Spanier had trouble remembering what movie starred Ben Kingsley and T;a Leoni, I helped him out. I will remember these moments. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Love your library: See 'The Verdict,' Read about Sumo Mice Apr 16, 2009
The film gave Newman one of the best roles of his career; many felt he deserved the Oscar (he lost to Ben Kingsley in Gandhi ) that would belatedly be given to Newman for The Color of Money. Along with Hud, Cool Hand Luke and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Verdict ranks highly as a signature performance by one of America s all-time greatest actors. (Somerville Journal, MA)
ART director gets humming Apr 16, 2009
"Shutter Island," starring DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo, and Ben Kingsley, opens Oct. 2. BSO tour canceledThe recession has wiped out the Boston Symphony Orchestra's plan to play Vienna and Paris next year. (Boston Globe)
Age of conquest Apr 9, 2009
Ben Kingsley stars as a charismatic professor who glories in the pursuit of adventurous female students but never lets any woman get too close ... Director Isabel Coixet Stars Penelope Cruz, Sir Ben Kingsley, Dennis Hopper. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Hartnett released from hospital Apr 7, 2009
He is currently filming Queen of the South with Sir Ben Kingsley. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Sundance > Apr 7, 2009
Ben Kingsley stars in the drama/comedy, 'The Wackness. Browse photo galleries by topic. (Variety)
Latest in film news Apr 5, 2009
Ben Kingsley brings a Philip Roth romance to life in Elegy. Forget Scotty - it will be "Beam me up, Sydney" when the world premiere of the latest Star Trek film unfolds at the Opera House. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Hauritz and Hussey send South Africa packing Apr 4, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Mike Hussey topped scored for Australia. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Plummer has high hopes for Swifts Apr 4, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. Sydney Swifts coach Norma Plummer believes the team has what it takes to defend their title this season. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
To Sir, with love Apr 4, 2009
Ben Kingsley stars as a charismatic professor who glories in the pursuit of adventurous female students but never lets any woman get too close ... THE first thorny issue is what to call Ben Kingsley ... True to his Indian heritage, he was born Krishna Bhanji in Yorkshire in 1943; Ben Kingsley is merely the actor's stage name. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Joan the jet may make it five for Clarry Apr 4, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Economy drive ; Our Joan Of Arc powers to win the Gimcrack Stakes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Sydney hope new signing is gold Kisel Apr 4, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Euro smash ; Slovakian international Karol Kisel is on his way to Sydney after signing a deal to link up with former Sparta Prague boss Vitezslav Lavicka again. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Josh Hartnett taken to hospital Apr 1, 2009
Hartnett is currently in the middle of production for his next film, Queen of the South, with Sir Ben Kingsley. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
A courtship of age and wisdom Mar 29, 2009
Starring Ben Kingsley, Penelope Cruz, Patricia Clarkson ... December is David Kepesh (Ben Kingsley), an English prof and celebrated cultural theorist, the kind of charming academic who regularly graces the PBS circuit. (Globe and Mail)
Ian McKellen: The Player Mar 22, 2009
On any given night in the small provincial theaters of Britain of the 1960s, you might catch the likes of Judi Dench, Michael Gambon, Ben Kingsley, Vanessa Redgrave or Patrick Stewart plying their trade. All were born or grew up during World War II, many in northern English counties known for their booming diction, and all shared the same obsession. (Time.com)
Ben Kingsley's Elegy Mar 22, 2009
In 1983, Ben Kingsley swiped the Oscar from four veteran actors ... Ben Kingsley, Best Actor ... In 2002, Ben Kingsley received his third Oscar nomination for his shockingly over-the-top and insanely entertaining performance as a psycho gangster in Sexy Beast. (Suite101.com)
50 Cent To Star In Sylvester Stallone Action Film Mar 20, 2009
In the same message, Stallone said that "nobody wanted Eric Roberts [to replace] Ben Kingsley" in the film, but that he believes "it's vastly improved casting. He also reminded "Rocky" fans that no one believed in Talia Shire, Carl Weathers, Dolph Lundgren, Richard Crenna or Mr. T. at first either. At press time, reps for 50 Cent had not responded to MTV News' requests for comment. "The Expendables" stars Mickey Rourke, Jason Statham, Jet Li and Stallone himself as Barney "The Schizo" Ross.... (VHI.com -- Music News)
New on DVD: Swedish vampire, 'Elegy,' Giancarlo Giannini Mar 20, 2009
By Mike Clark, USA TODAY A pre-teen vampire is afoot in Sweden, Ben Kingsley pursues Penelope Cruz, and Giancarlo Giannini is in fine form as a skirt-chaser ... Back story: Capping a grand year that began with The Wackness and Transsiberian, Ben Kingsley (coming in October in Scorsese's Shutter Island) plays a professor who beds grad students in this adaptation of Philip Roth's novella The Dying Animal. (USA Today -- Life)
ESCONDIDO: Famed Hollywood sign reproduced for movie set Mar 14, 2009
As a design consultant, Acosta worked on the movie "The Four Horsemen" and "The Birds," and as a director his work includes a version of "Romeo and Juliet" shot in Belgium, with live cats in the roles and featuring the voices of John Hurt, Vanessa Redgrave, Ben Kingsley and Maggie Smith. Contact staff writer Gary Warth at (760) 740-5410 or. (North County Times)
Mickey's sly teatime chat Mar 1, 2009
The Oscar nominee is set to join the formidable - and slightly unusual - cast consisting of Ben Kingsley, Sandra Bullock, Jet Li, Jason Statham, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Forest Whitaker. The film, expected to be completed in 2010, focuses on a team of mercenaries heading to South America on a mission to overthrow a dictator. (iAfrica.com)
No weakness in 'Wackness' & Weck Feb 27, 2009
" Ben Kingsley plays the therapist in "The Wackness," a 2008 award-winner at the Sundance Film Festival. And Kingsley needs no introduction. The 65-year-old is one of the more acclaimed character actors of his generation. But before he became Sir Ben, Kingsley toiled in British theater and television from the mid 1960s through the early '80s. He then landed the lead role in "Gandhi," his feature film debut, which went on to win the Academy Award for best picture and Kingsley the best actor Oscar... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Oscar-winner 'Slumdog' a millionaire beneficiary Feb 25, 2009
Actor Sir Ben Kingsley, right watches as cast members of the film "Slumdog Millionaire" arrive for the 81st Academy Awards Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello). (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Crystal for Jackman's Job Feb 25, 2009
Oscar nominee Richard Jenkins, Kate Beckinsale, Sharon Stone, Elle MacPherson, Ben Kingsley, Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor, Whoopi Goldberg, Quincy Jones, Hugh Laurie, Jared Harris, Natasha Bedingfield, Eva Longoria Parker, Hugh Dancy and Claire Danes, Kiefer Sutherland, Cheryl Tiegs, Victoria Beckham, and Chris Noth were among his guests. Elton even had a whole gang from American Idol including Simon, Randy, Ryan, and Carrie Underwood. (Fox News)
Oscar's hits & misses Feb 24, 2009
Sure, it's nice to know that Sir Ben Kingsley liked Mickey Rourke's performance in The Wrestler, but a 30-second clip from Rourke's film would have been far more useful impressing Oscar audiences. (). (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Oscar after-parties glitter Feb 24, 2009
Sean Penn gets a kiss from Sir Ben Kingsley at the Governor's Ball following the 81st Academy Awards Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Join all the star-studded fun at the post-Oscar parties Feb 24, 2009
Spotted: Ben Kingsley, David and Victoria Beckham, Carrie Underwood, Eva Longoria Parker, Kiefer Sutherland, Ben Stiller, Christine Taylor, Gerard Butler, Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, Ryan Seacrest, Josh Groban, Sharon Stone, Kate Beckinsale, Claire Danes, Hugh Dancy and Terrell Owens joined host John. Quotables: "I was pulling for (Slumdog) to win," said Kingsley, an Oscar winner for his role in 1982's Gandhi who helped present the best-actor statuette Sunday. (USA Today -- Life)
India celebrates Oscar Feb 24, 2009
Ben Kingsley, who had been cast as Gandhi, is of partial Indian descent. "Slumdog," of course, is not an Indian film. (International Herald Tribune)
'Slumdog,' Penn, Winslet Big Oscar Winners Feb 23, 2009
Sophia Loren, Marion Cotillard, Halle Berry, Shirley McLaine and Nicole Kidman presented the nominees for Best Actress; while Robert De Niro, Ben Kingsley, Anthony Hopkins, Adrien Brody and Michael Douglas honored the performers nominate for Best Actor. De Niro said of his former co-star Penn, "How did he do it? How did Sean Penn for so many years get jobs playing straight men?". (Click2Houston, TX)
President's film choices may win big Feb 23, 2009
In 2007, Spanier praised the Ben Kingsley black comedy You Kill Me on his list but didn't know its producer was Mike Marcus, Class of 1967, former president of MGM Studios and a recipient of Spanier's yearly newsletter. Marcus, who lives in Beverly Hills, serves on the Board of Visitors of the College of Communications and keeps in touch with Spanier through e-mail and periodic visits. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Comedy flop earns Golden Raspberries triple for Myers Feb 23, 2009
Myers' Love Guru co-star Sir Ben Kingsley, though, was spared embarrassment when the worst supporting actor prize went to Pierce Brosnan in Mamma Mia. Quizzed on his nomination at the Spirit Awards, held before the Razzie ceremony on Saturday, Sir Ben claimed not to know what a Razzie was. (BBC News -- Americas)
'Slumdog' rules Oscars with 8 prizes, best picture Feb 23, 2009
Actor Sir Ben Kingsley, right watches as cast members of the film "Slumdog Millionaire" arrive for the 81st Academy Awards Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, in the Hollywood (Chris Pizzello / AP). Actress Penelope Cruz is seen backstage after winning the Oscar for best supporting actress for her role in "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" at the 81st Academy Awards Sunday, (Chris Carlson / AP). (Albany Times Union)
'Slumdog' on top at Oscars Feb 23, 2009
Presenters (from L-R) Adrien Brody, Robert DeNiro, Michael Douglas, Anthony Hopkins and Ben Kingsley announce actor Sean Penn as the Oscar winner for best actor for his work in "Milk" during the 81st Academy Awards in Hollywood, California Feb. 22, 2009 ... He is joined by past best actor winners British actor Ben Kingsley, left, Robert De Niro, second from left, Adrien Brody, third from left, Michael Douglas, second from right, and British actor Anthony Hopkins, right. (Winnipeg Sun)
Commie homo-loving sons of guns give Oscar to Sean Penn Feb 23, 2009
For best actor, Michael Douglas talked about Frank Langella, Adrien Brody talked about Richard Jenkins, Anthony Hopkins talked about Brad Pitt, Sir Ben Kingsley talked about Mickey Rourke and Robert De Niro joked about Sean Penn: "How did he do it? How did Sean Penn get all those roles as straight men?". When Penn's name was called as the winner, for his role as Harvey Milk in "Milk," he showed his surprise. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Oscars blather and photos Feb 23, 2009
"), Adrien Brody talks about Richard Jenkins, Anthony Hopkins talks about Brad Pitt, Sir Ben Kingsley talks about Mickey RourkeyWinner: Sean Penn for "Milk" OK, now my night is ruinedSean Penn: You commie homo loving sons of guns!I want to make it clear I know how hard I make it to appreciate me.He talks about gay rights."We've got to have equal rights for everyone. "He's proud to live in a country that elected "an elegant man" as president and to live in a country "for all its toughness that... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Let's Talk Oscars Feb 23, 2009
Robert De Niro, Ben Kingsley, Anthony Hopkins, Adrien Brody, and, uh, Michael Douglas. One of these things is not like the other. (Slate)
Academy Awards ceremony Feb 23, 2009
AP Photo - Actor Sir Ben Kingsley, right watches as cast members of the film "Slumdog Millionaire" arrive for the 81st Academy Awards Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles ... AP Photo - Actor Sir Ben Kingsley, right watches as cast members of the film "Slumdog Millionaire" arrive for the 81st Academy Awards Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. (Fresno Bee)
Backstage Oscar pass: Secret celebrities, jokes, tension Feb 23, 2009
Also applauding backstage were the five gentlemen waiting to present the best-actor award Anthony Hopkins, Michael Douglas, Adrien Brody, Ben Kingsley and Robert De Niro. The past is present. (USA Today -- Life)
LIVE BLOG: Wildcats versus Sun Devils (with Oscar talk!) Feb 23, 2009
De Niro, Michael Douglas, Adrien Brody, Sir Anthony Hopkins and Sir Ben Kingsley. As De Niro goes through Penn s incredible career, Penn looks genuinely thrilled (and a bit red-faced). (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Independent Spirit Awards Feb 20, 2009
Presenters and performers will include: Jessica Alba, Christina Applegate, Alec Baldwin (also honorary chair), Elizabeth Banks, Jason Bateman, Thomas Haden Church, Bryan Cranston, Claire Danes, Laura Dern, Zooey Deschanel, Cameron Diaz, Aaron Eckhart, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Teri Hatcher, Anne Hathaway, Taraji P. Henson, Emile Hirsch, Robyn Hitchcock, Sir Ben Kingsley, John Leguizamo, Melissa Leo and Lucy Liu. Plus Andie MacDowell, Michelle Monaghan, Sandra Oh, Mary-Kate Olsen, Ellen Page, Robin... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Expendable Arnie Feb 19, 2009
AICN also reports that Eric Roberts has replaced Ben Kingsley as CIA man Church in the film, and that Stallone is currently trying to inject the right balance of "humour, action and emotional reality" into the script. The Expendables features a veritable who's who of action legends in the cast, including Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Randy Couture, Mickey Rourke and Jason Statham, making it a shoe-in for 2010's most testosterone-fuelled film. (IGN FilmForce)
In the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta Feb 8, 2009
Narrated by Ben Kingsley. Classification: NA. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Richard Jenkins feels Oscars glow Feb 7, 2009
Hes acted with Jack Nicholson, Al Pacino, Dustin Hoffman, Sir Ben Kingsley and dozens of other stars. And he still has a wish list. (MSNBC -- Movies)
