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)
Fall Film Releases 2009 Oct 9, 2009
Starring: Tobey Maguire, Jake Gyllenhaal, Natalie Portman and Clifton Collins Jr.. Armored, not yet rated. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Cruise in control Oct 3, 2009
Acting as guests Hollywood couple Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon were in town last night for a wedding - but, alas, not their own. The two actors flew in from Tinseltown to see Witherspoon s assistant, Hillary Lyman, get hitched to Ken Franchi at the State Room high above Boston. (Boston Globe)
Ellen Pompeo Gives Birth to Daughte... Sep 24, 2009
Pompeo s first major role was in Moonlight Mile in 2002, alongside Susan Sarandon, Dustin Hoffman and Jake Gyllenhaal. She later starred in Old School and Catch Me If You Can, alongside such stars as Will Ferrell and Leonardo DiCaprio. (Suite101.com)
Fall 2009 movie preview Sep 18, 2009
Tobey Maguire and Jake Gyllenhaal play the brothers. Natalie Portman is the wife. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
A look at this fall’s movies Sep 13, 2009
Brothers This Hollywood remake of a very good 2004 Danish film has a top-flight cast: Natalie Portman as the widow of a US soldier missing in Afghanistan, Jake Gyllenhaal as the soldier s brother, who s drawn to his sister-in-law, and Tobey Maguire as - oops - the soldier, who s not actually all that missing. Jim Sheridan ( My Left Foot ) directs. (Boston Globe)
Catwalk to screen Sep 12, 2009
" Firth shares an on-screen kiss with his partner Jim, played by Matthew Goode, which will probably garner the same amount of column inches as Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal when they made Brokeback Mountain. "They should just grow up a bit," says Firth of the potential headlines. "I feel the fact my character is gay has little relevance to the movie. "Tom wasn't remotely interested in the gay theme. Anyway I daresay we aren't the first men to have kissed on screen - and Matthew was good at... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Fall Movie Preview: Studios save best films for fall Sep 11, 2009
"Brothers" (R): Jake Gyllenhaal, Natalie Portman and Tobey Maguire star in a retelling of Susanne Bier's film about a man who goes missing in Afghanistan and whose brother comforts his family. "Everybody's Fine" (PG-13): Widower Robert De Niro tries to connect with his children, including Kate Beckinsale, Drew Barrymore and Sam Rockwell. (Florida Today)
Meet Shias newgal pal Carey Mulligan Sep 5, 2009
She also appears in The Greatest with Pierce Brosnan and Susan Sarandon and Brothers with Jake Gyllenhaal and Natalie Portman. 2009 MSNBC Interactive. (MSNBC -- News)
Sentinel Lunchtime Blog (Movies): Virtual reality takes dystopian view Sep 3, 2009
Jerry Bruckheimer is betting that he can also buck that trend with a summer 2010 blockbuster with Jake Gyllenhaal as the action figure and, oddly enough, Mike Newell at the helm (Newell formerly directed the fourth Harry Potter film, Four Weddings and a Funeral and Mona Lisa Smile not really action-type films, with a sort of exception for The Goblet of Fire). However, there is plenty of extra garbage that will likely come our way in the form of video game-based... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Vampires, Toys Take To The Screen This Fall Aug 31, 2009
" ___ CLASS ACTS: Hollywood's prestige season includes entries from Academy Award winners Morgan Freeman and Hilary Swank as real-life role models. Swank stars as Amelia Earhart in director Mira Nair's "Amelia," co-starring Richard Gere and Ewan McGregor in the life story of the aviation pioneer who vanished on her around-the-world flight in 1937. "Invictus" reunites Freeman with "Million Dollar Baby" and "Unforgiven" director Clint Eastwood for the story of Nelson Mandela's partnership with a... (Click2Houston, TX)
Peace, love and sexual awakening Aug 29, 2009
Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger play two cowboys in love in this mainstream movie that is not nearly as brave as it might have been. December 9, 2005. (Salon)
Big-name stars to appear on Shalom Sesame Aug 27, 2009
JERUSALEM - Jake Gyllenhaal and Christina Applegate are among the stars slated to appear in a new Sesame Street-style production geared at teaching Jewish-American children about Jewish culture. "Shalom Sesame," a 12-part series for preschoolers featuring the globe-trotting Muppet Grover, will explore Jewish identity and traditions and will film on location at several Israeli sites, including the Western Wall. (MSNBC -- Television)
Tom Brady’s got a lot on his mind Aug 11, 2009
Jake finishes strong Jake Gyllenhaal was among the 1,500 or so runners who hoofed it at the Chilmark Road Race on Martha s Vineyard over the weekend. The 5K race along scenic Middle Road is exceptionally hilly, but that didn t seem to bother the Brokeback Mountain actor, who s doubtless learned a thing or two about endurance from his buddy Lance Armstrong. (Boston Globe)
Who's your daddy? A celebrity look-alike Aug 8, 2009
The site offers a search function with donors who sperm bank staff believe resemble actors such as Aaron Eckhart, Jake Gyllenhaal, Errol Flynn and a "young" Russell Crowe (versus the current Russell Crowe, who is 45). Donor Look-a-Likes are not limited to thespians -- the sperm bank's vast Web search includes Tom Brokaw, Tiger Woods, Stephen Colbert, Lance Bass and Adam Carolla. (CNN)
Central Park Horror: Falling Tree Branch takes out GOOGLE genius; clings to life... Jul 31, 2009
Jake Gyllenhaal is latest in a long line of actors suiting up (sort of) for battle. Street art is taken to the highest level across the city. (The Drudge Report)
Soprano family values Jul 30, 2009
Jake Gyllenhaal is the latest hunk to man up onscreen. Annual study lists Orchard and Manhattan beaches among the city's dirtiest. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
CLINTON STAYS 'CAMPAIGN READY'... Jul 30, 2009
Jake Gyllenhaal is the latest Hollywood hunk getting ready to battle on the big screen. Former Giants star Plaxico Burress tells his story to a grand jury - then comes out and apologizes. (The Drudge Report)
Actor selected to play Namath Jul 27, 2009
Jake Gyllenhaal will play Namath in the Universal Pictures movie. The movie is expected to be released in 2010. (JetsConfidential.com)
Todd McFarlane talks Comic-Con and 'Persia' Jul 23, 2009
Prince of Persia creator Jordan Mechner is penning Prince of Persia - A Graphic Novel Anthology to arrive in April 2010, a month ahead of the Jerry Bruckheimer-produced film Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (out May 28, 2010), starring Jake Gyllenhaal. (If you missed it, you can see Entertainment Weekly's first look ofGyllenhaal as Prince Dastan. (USA Today -- Tech)
Some people never learn Jul 22, 2009
They could all boast amongst themselves, and compare CVs: "Reece Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal was all me." Or, "I reinvented Christina Aguilera. By introducing her to that rich guy whatshissname". It could, at the very least, be an interesting job. (iAfrica.com)
Eva's kinky secrets Jul 14, 2009
Speaking as part of Comopolitan magazine's Best Ever Sex survey, 'Spiderman' star Kirsten Dunst also revealed her favourite ever raunchy encounter, admitting she once had sex in a store changing room with actor Jake Gyllenhaal. Eva and Kirsten are not the only female stars to speak openly about their sex lives in recent months. (iAfrica.com)
Natalie Portman Joins Thor Jul 14, 2009
Portman will next be seen starring in Jim Sheridan's Brothers opposite Jake Gyllenhaal and Tobey Maguire. She recently wrapped production on Hesher, starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt and executive produced by her production company handsomecharlie films, and Don Roos' Love and Other Impossible Pursuits, which also she executive produced. (IGN FilmForce)
W-07/10/2009-78L-JEFFERSON-NA-TRIVIA-trivia.712 Trivia Quiz Jul 13, 2009
10) Toward the end of The Day After Tomorrow (2004), where do the Jake Gyllenhaal character and his friends end up taking refuge from an iced-over metropolis. Answers. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Tee time for 'Entourage' Jul 8, 2009
We recently told you that Matt Damon and Jake Gyllenhaal were in the running to play Lance Armstrong in a biopic based on the cyclist s book It s Not About the Bike. Now it seems that Ben Stiller has weighed in on the casting - and his vote goes to Damon. (Boston Globe)
Ang Lee takes Venice Golden Lion Jul 6, 2009
The film is adapted from a story by E Annie Proulx and stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger as cowboys whose secret love affair spans 20 years. Lee beat off competition from 18 other films, including George Clooney's favoured Good Night, and Good Luck. (Yahoo News -- Film Festivals)
Celebrity birthday wishes for Aung San Suu Kyi Jun 19, 2009
(signed by dozens including George Clooney, Drew Barrymore, David Beckham, Bono, Matthew Broderick, Sandra Bullock, James Carville, Daniel Craig, John Cusack, Matt Damon, Robert De Niro, Jake Gyllenhaal, Vaclav Havel, Helen Hunt, Anjelica Huston, Scarlett Johansson, Nicole Kidman, Ashton Kutcher, Norman Lear, Madonna, Mary Matalin, Sarah Jessica Parker, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Meg Ryan, George Soros, Steven Spielberg, Meryl Streep, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Naomi Watts, Elie Wiesel, Owen... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Portman 'not dating Penn' May 19, 2009
Portman has previously been linked romantically with actors Jake Gyllenhaal and Gael Garca Bernal and most recently musician Devendra Banhart. Digg. (iAfrica.com)
Joining the cheering section May 18, 2009
Seems unlikely, but the New York Post reported yesterday that Donnie's younger brother is being eyed for the role of Chairman of the Board along with Johnny Depp, James Franco, Jake Gyllenhaal, Justin Timberlake, Michael Bubl. and Jon Hamm. (Boston Globe)
Samberg keeps comedy short in videos May 15, 2009
Michaels says the three operate almost as their own unit, pulling in cast members and a growing list of celebrities for comedy shorts, including actors Steve Martin, Natalie Portman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Ellen Page, Paul Rudd and Seth Rogen, rocker Jon Bon Jovi, Maroon 5's Adam Levine and rapper T-Pain. "They've done an amazing job keeping the quality high," says Michaels, who notes Motherlover wasn't finished until 3 a.m. Saturday. (USA Today -- Life)
Bruckheimer Games hires industry veterans May 13, 2009
Bruckheimer Games plans a "Prince of Persia" title linked to Walt Disney Pictures' "The Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time," which he is producing and is slated for release in 2010 with Jake Gyllenhaal as the Prince. "I think there are a lot of similarities in what we do in television and film that we can help with games," said Bruckheimer. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Then and Now: Looking back at the most memorable moments of 2005 and 2009 May 7, 2009
George W. Bush's approval rating continued to sink, Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, and moviegoers gushed over Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal in "Brokeback Mountain." Now, four years later, President Barack Obama has just wrapped up his first 100 days in office, "Slumdog Millionaire" was the film of the year, and the economic recession is dominating headlines. As members of the Class of 2009 head off to the "real world," The Daily Orange looks back at the top news and pop culture... (Daily Orange, NY)
Maggie Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard tie knot May 5, 2009
Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon among guests at Italian wedding ... Among the guests were Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon. (MSNBC -- News)
Revlon Signs Actress Jessica Biel as New Brand Ambassador May 2, 2009
Biel will next be seen in the romantic dramedy, Easy Virtue opposite Colin Firth and Kristin Scott Thomas followed by a quirky and comedic turn in the political satire Nailed, directed by David O. Russell and starring opposite Jake Gyllenhaal. Biel is also known for her comedy starring in big box office hits such as I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry, alongside Adam Sandler, as well as the action film Blade: Trinity. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Newell 'in talks for Lone Ranger' May 2, 2009
Newell is currently directing Prince of Persia with Jake Gyllenhaal ... Newell is currently filming big budget movie Prince of Persia, with Jake Gyllenhaal and Gemma Arterton. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Woman: My father was the Zodiac killer May 1, 2009
March 3: Actor Jake Gyllenhaal, star of the movie "Zodiac," and the person he plays in the film, author Robert Graysmith, discuss the movie and the haunting serial murder case with TODAY's Lester Holt. Today show. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Lionsgate(R) and Relativity Media Ink New Multi-Picture, Multi-Year Deal Apr 28, 2009
Tobey Maguire, Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal and Academy Award nominee Natalie Portman star in this drama about the rivalry and ultimate redemption of two brothers in love with the same woman. Based on the award-winning 2004 film by Danish writer/director Susanne Bier, BROTHERS is expected to be released by Lionsgate later this year. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Coachella music fest flies high Apr 20, 2009
Hollywood couple Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal took the Outdoor Theater stage with Seattle harmony group Fleet Foxes, following in the footsteps of Scarlett Johansson on stage with the Jesus and Mary Chain in 2007. Zac Efron proved Coachella is a photographer-friendly place to promote being 17 Again. (USA Today -- Life)
Hollywood set to return to Marblehead Apr 15, 2009
Scenes with stars Dustin Hoffman and Jake Gyllenhaal were filmed in the building that now houses Mud Puddle Toys (formerly the Marblehead Kite Co.) and the surrounding the Washington Street area. The movie also featured Susan Sarandon and Grey s Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Zooey Deschanel rocks onscreen and disc Apr 4, 2009
Q: You're talking about Crossroads, the private school you attended in Santa Monica with celebrities' children like Kate Hudson and Jake Gyllenhaal. Who were the others with the weird names. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Ashley Tisdale Recalls Her 'Donnie Darko' Role Mar 25, 2009
High School Musical' star remembers working with Jake Gyllenhaal in the 2001 cult classic ... "I would love to work with Jake Gyllenhaal ... Johnny Depp. I love Kate Hudson. She's one of my favorites," Tisdale told MTV News before recalling her one amazing day of working with "Donnie Darko" star Gyllenhaal back in 2001. (VHI.com -- Music News)
GDC 09: Ubisoft's cinematic dance Mar 25, 2009
Ubisoft is not involved in the 2010 Jerry Bruckheimer-produced Prince of Persia film starring Jake Gyllenhaal. One of the steps toward evolving beyond the movie paradigm included the inclusion of voice technology within Tom Clancy's EndWar. (USA Today -- Tech)
An eye for success Mar 23, 2009
WHEN couples appear to be in love as much as Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal, rumours tend to follow. Is Witherspoon pregnant. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Big role for Reese Witherspoon: 49 feet tall Mar 22, 2009
"Just Like Heaven," "Four Christmases" and "Monsters vs. Aliens" are set here, and you met Jake Gyllenhaal here during the filming of "Rendition." Why not save money on plane fare and just live here. A: From your mouth to God's ear. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Celebrities are working extra hard to protect their privacy Mar 14, 2009
Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal have only begun appearing together in public, although bloggers have speculated that they've been romantically involved since they worked on the 2007 film "Rendition." In a recent Elle interview, Witherspoon didn't confirm or deny a relationship. She simply said: "He's fabulous. He really is a fantastic guy. Unfortunately, he's not in the movie, so we can't really talk about him.". (Boston Globe)
Suddenly Skinny: How Jessica Simpson Dropped the Pounds Mar 12, 2009
Reese Witherspoon spotted in her 291 "Whistler" sweats while making a coffee run with beau Jake Gyllenhaal in Brentwood last Tuesday. Make Me A Supermodel hosts Tyson Beckford and Australian model Nicole Trunfio celebrated the show's second season premiere with champagne and a viewing party at NYC hotspot TENJUNE on Wednesday night. (Fox News)
Reese Witherspoon's humiliation Mar 7, 2009
Reese Witherspoon and new love Jake Gyllenhaal take in a basketball game ... The 32-year-old star - who is currently dating 29-year-old actor Jake Gyllenhaal - still feels confused by the end of her marriage which was finalised in 2007 ... Reese Witherspoon and new love Jake Gyllenhaal take in a basketball game. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Reese Witherspoon calls divorce humiliating Mar 5, 2009
But actress says new beau Jake Gyllenhaal is fabulous ... But if her comments about current beau Jake Gyllenhaal are anything to go by, things cant be all bad for Witherspoon. (MSNBC -- News)
Slumdog’ celebrations fill Mumbai’s crowded slums (52) Feb 26, 2009
Albany Democrat Herald: Mid-Valley News. Last modified: Monday, February 23, 2009 12:37 PM PST. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
OSCAR ROUNDUP Feb 24, 2009
"Slumdog rules Oscars with 8 prizes, best pictureBy DAVID GERMAINAP Movie WriterLOS ANGELES Slumdog Millionaire took the best-picture Academy Award and seven other Oscars on Sunday, including director for Danny Boyle, whose ghetto-to-glory story paralleled the film s unlikely rise to Hollywood s summit.The other top winners: Kate Winslet, best actress for the Holocaust-themed drama The Reader ; Sean Penn, best actor for the title role of Milk ; Heath Ledger, supporting actor for The Dark... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Oscar after-parties flash global glitter Feb 24, 2009
Amy Adams laughed in a tight cluster with Uma Thurman, Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon. Other guests included Robert De Niro, Tina Fey and Josh Brolin. (MSNBC -- News)
Join all the star-studded fun at the post-Oscar parties Feb 24, 2009
Other couples getting cuddly: Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale, Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal and Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron. Other sightings: Mick Jagger dancing as Disco Inferno played; Taraji P. Henson being greeted with hugs by Alicia Keys, Halle Berry, Gabriel Aubry and Russell Simmons; Molly Shannon and Jessica Alba hugging and congratulating Oscar winner Sean Penn; Mickey Rourke shaking hands with a line of admirers; Taye Diggs and Cuba Gooding Jr. chatting with Frank Langella... (USA Today -- Life)
Time twisters on the silver screen Feb 23, 2009
Donnie (Brokeback Mountains Jake Gyllenhaal) is a schizophrenic teenager who decides to stop taking his medication. From then onwards, we are not sure what to believe when we see things through his eyes including, yes, a big scary bunny. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
SHOWTIME: Compare past Oscar shows Feb 23, 2009
The usual nominees and winners past and present, along with names that skew young, including Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Jake Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore, Adam Sandler and Sean "P. Diddy" Combs. Dominated by the previous year's winners and current nominees. (USA Today -- Life)
Jake Gyllenhaal set to propose Feb 21, 2009
Jake Gyllenhaal spotted shopping for engagement ring ... Jake Gyllenhaal spotted shopping for engagement ring ... Jake Gyllenhaal has been spotted engagement ring shopping. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Free Gym for Jessica Feb 20, 2009
"You won t recognize Jake Gyllenhaal at all, he s huge," Bruckheimer said, "No steroids, he just worked hard, lots of cycling. I ve seen most of the movie and it looks fantastic.". Paris Hilton and Gisele Bundchen are both in NYC for Fashion Week but it looks as though the genetically-blessed babes have set quite the style trend and it's all about showing off 'dem girls. (Fox News)
Mendes makes Lost in Austen film Feb 14, 2009
Since the broadcast of the television series, Arterton has made a mark on Hollywood with roles in the Bond film Quantum of Solace and Prince of Persia opposite Jake Gyllenhaal. The company behind Quantum of Solace, Sony Pictures will be making the film version of Lost in Austen but a director is yet to be announced. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Brad & Angelina Among Honorees on Fandango's Top 10 Best and Worst Screen Couples Lists Feb 13, 2009
Heath Ledger & Jake Gyllenhaal (BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN): 3. Brad Pitt & Geena Davis (THELMA & LOUISE): 3. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jules' 'Bird' an American specimen Feb 12, 2009
He's best known for a haunting take on Tears for Fears' "Mad World." Originally on the breakthrough disc "Trading Snakeoil for Wolftickets," it was also featured on the soundtrack to the acclaimed cult film "Donnie Darko" with Jake Gyllenhaal. The single was a hit throughout Europe (including the 2003 Christmas No. 1 in England) and a moderate success at college/modern rock radio here. (North County Times)
Get Swept Away This Spring With Four All-New Lifetime Original Movies From #1 Best-Selling Author Nora Roberts Feb 11, 2009
In addition to producing the first four Nora Roberts Lifetime Original Movies, Stephanie Germain produced the Emmy nominated Ike: Countdown to D-Day which starred Tom Selleck for A&E, the 2004 summer blockbuster The Day After Tomorrow which starred Dennis Quaid and Jake Gyllenhaal and directed by Roland Emmerich (Independence Day) and Lifetime's Gracie's Choice, starring Kristin Bell, Diane Ladd and Ann Heche. Gracie's Choice premiered in January 2004 and became one of cable's highest rated... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Are Natalie Portman & Gyllenhaal dating? Feb 8, 2009
BEIJING, May 31 -- The rumour mills are in full gear this week, after Natalie Portman and Jake Gyllenhaal were spotted getting close this weekend in New York ... Natalie Portman and Jake Gyllenhaal have long denied rumors of romance, but these pictures capture them captivating each other on a sunny afternoon in the West Village ... Whether they are truly dating, or not, there is no way that Jake Gyllenhaal doesn't want to be dating Natalie Portman. (Xinhuanet, China -- Entertainment)
