"DIA DE LUZ" to Premiere at Artivist Film Festival - Reserve Your Free Tickets Now! Nov 20, 2009
Past Artivist Award recipients include: Ted Danson, Alyssa Milano, Joaquin Phoenix, Matthew McConaughey, Mira Sorvino, James Cromwell, Ed Begley Jr, Tippi Hedren, Mike Farrell, and Claes Nobel of the NOBEL Prize family. Since its inception in 2004, the Artivist Film Festival has showcased 400+ films representing more than 45 countries around the world. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Twilight of Our Youth: It isnt just a tween phenomenon. Women in their 30s and beyond are addicted to Stephenie Meyers vampire saga, too, Sarah Hepola, Salon Nov 19, 2009
But actually seeing James Cromwell as George H.W. Bush, Ioan Gruffudd as Tony Blair, Jeffrey Wright as Colin Powell, Thandie Newton as Condi Rice, Toby Jones as Karl Rove and Richard Dreyfuss doing an amazing Dick Cheney have suddenly made me (and a lot of other people) inexplicably excited. Admittedly it's like finding out that someone has turned your bad dreams into a Hollywood movie -- but you'd go see that, right. (Harper's Magazine)
Disaster Week: IGN's Disaster Movie Showcase Nov 13, 2009
The cast includes Tea Leoni, Maximillian Schell, Vanessa Redgrave, Elijah Wood, Dougray Scott, James Cromwell, and Mary McCormack. If there's one thing Roland Emmerich knows, it's how to make an event movie. (IGN FilmForce)
Hanks Launches 'Beyond All Boundaries' Nov 7, 2009
(AP) Actors Tom Hanks, Patricia Clarkson and James Cromwell walked the red carpet Thursday before a private screening of the Hanks-produced war film "Beyond All Boundaries" held at the World War II Museum in New Orleans. The film, which includes "4-D" elements such as props and shaking seats, opens to the public Friday and will be shown exclusively at the museum's new Victory Theater. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Tom Hanks, others screen 'Beyond All Boundaries' Nov 6, 2009
NEW ORLEANS (AP): Actors Tom Hanks, Patricia Clarkson and James Cromwell walked the red carpet Thursday before a private screening of the Hanks-produced war film "Beyond All Boundaries" held at the World War II Museum in New Orleans. The film, which includes "4-D" elements such as props and shaking seats, opens to the public Friday and will be shown exclusively at the museum's new Victory Theater. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Critic's Rave: 'Surrogates' no replacement for thoughtful science fiction Oct 3, 2009
Starring Bruce Willis, Radha Mitchell, James Cromwell and Ving Rhames. Rated PG-13. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
'Surrogates' gives birth to mediocrity Sep 30, 2009
We've seen this plotline before, where the futuristic inventor (James Cromwell) questions what he's done and whether our culture is indeed better off. Reviewing strictly average fare such as this is something I might like a surrogate for. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
'Surrogates': Waking Life, By Kurt Loder Sep 26, 2009
The two agents soon become involved with Canter (James Cromwell), the shadowy creator of surrogate technology, and a dreadlocked anti-surry firebrand called the Prophet (Ving Rhames), who's determined to eradicate it. There's also a hotshot programmer named Bobby (Devin Ratray), whose cutting-edge software could save the ever-darkening day, and an FBI honcho named Stone (Boris Kodjoe) who's even more unlike what he seems than is usual in this shifting world. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Surrogates turns out to be a fun little thriller Sep 25, 2009
Starring: Bruce Willis, Radha Mitchell, Rosamund Pike, James CromwellDirector: Jonathan MostowRun time: 1 hour, 28 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13. FBI agents Greer (Bruce Willis) and Peters (Radha Mitchell) begin investigating and find that the intended victim was scientist Canter (James Cromwell), who invented the surrogates, only to get expelled from the corporation that got rich manufacturing them. (MSNBC -- Movies)
'Surrogates': A poor substitute for a sci-fi thriller Sep 25, 2009
Surrogates * * (out of four) Stars: Bruce Willis, Radha Mitchell, Rosamund Pike, James Cromwell, Ving Rhames, Boris KodjoeDirector: Jonathan MostowDistributor: Touchstone PicturesRating: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence, disturbing images, language, sexuality and a drug-related sceneRunning time: 1 hour, 28 minutesOpens Friday nationwide ... A mixed-up inventor (James Cromwell) has launched this folly, which leads to decreases in crime, disease and discrimination. (USA Today -- Life)
Review: `Surrogates' is a robotic retread Sep 25, 2009
(Its slogan: "Life ... only better.") One of the founders of VSI (James Cromwell) is having inventor's remorse. Some also choose to live in human-only areas; the leader of these renegades is played by a dreadlocked Ving Rhames. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
"Surrogates": Accept no substitutes Sep 25, 2009
One of the first victims is a club kid who happens to be the son of the guy who invented surrogates in the first place (played by James Cromwell as a human and by James Francis Ginty as the younger, prettier robot version). There's more, including a charismatic anti-surrogate activist played by Ving Rhames. (Salon)
In ‘Surrogates,’ living the simulated life Sep 25, 2009
Starring: Bruce Willis, Radha Mitchell, James Cromwell, Ving Rhames, Rosamund Pike. At: Boston Common, Fenway, suburbs. (Boston Globe)
Wry-tech future Sep 25, 2009
Several scenes look like outtakes from "I, Robot," and James Cromwell pops up playing the same role he played in that movie, which had far more impressive special effects ... Several scenes look like outtakes from "I, Robot," and James Cromwell pops up playing the same role he played in that movie, which had far more impressive special effects. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Recession stokes fire for writers, audiences alike Sep 23, 2009
The BBC has just aired The Last Days of Lehman Brothers, a docudrama that starred James Cromwell (from Babe) as then-US treasury secretary Hank Paulson, refusing to intervene as the venerable investment house imploded under the weight of its huge debts. In a touch of irony, the fictional account was filmed in Lehman Brothers' real, and now empty, high-rise offices in London's Canary Wharf. (Business Report, South Africa)
Lehman Collapses Again on Small Screen Sep 10, 2009
The actors from the BBC2 drama "The Last Days of Lehman Brothers:" clockwise upper left Alex Jennings, Corey Johnson, Michael Lanes and James Cromwell. (Getty Images). (ABC News)
Last Days of Lehman BrothersMaking a drama out of the weekend the bank went bust Sep 10, 2009
James Cromwell (right) plays US Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson ... We were pleased to attract the talents of James Cromwell (LA Confidential, Babe, Six Feet Under, Tales of the City) to play US Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson and Corey Johnson (United 93) to play Lehman CEO Dick Fuld. (BBC News -- UK)
Video: A-List Enlists To Help The National WWII Museum Sep 5, 2009
The exclusive production features an all-star cast including Tom Hanks joined by Kevin Bacon, Corbin Bleu, Patricia Clarkson, Kevin Connolly, James Cromwell, Blythe Danner, Viola Davis, Jessie Eisenberg, John Goodman, Neil Patrick Harris, Kevin Jonas, Justin Long, Tobey Maguire, Daran Norris, Wendell Pierce, Chris Pine, Brad Pitt, Bill Sadler, Gary Sinise and Elijah Wood, among others. "Beyond All Boundaries weaves a spectacular tapestry of World War II - authentic, powerful and inspiring" said... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Autumn Movie Preview 2009 Aug 25, 2009
This Boston-set sci-fi thriller, based on the Top Shelf comic of the same name, also stars Ving Rhames, Rosamund Pike, Radha Mitchell, and James Cromwell. Bruce Willis hasn't had a hit since 2007's Live Free or Die Hard, so Surrogates takes on extra importance for his box office standing. (IGN FilmForce)
Lehman Brothers, the movie Aug 20, 2009
Actor Corey Johnson, who appeared in the action film "The Bourne Ultimatum," is slated to play former Lehman chief executiv Richard Fuld, and James Cromwell will play former US Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, the BBC said. The drama, called The Last Days of Leh-man Brothers, will be shown on the BBC Two channel early next year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
BBC to make Lehman Brothers drama Aug 20, 2009
James Cromwell was nominated for an Oscar for his role in Babe. Oscar nominated actor James Cromwell is to star in a BBC drama about the collapse of Wall Street bank Lehman Brothers, it has been announced. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Hundreds Attend Carradine's Funeral Jul 3, 2009
Among the hundreds of guests were numerous actors, including Michael Madsen, Jane Seymour, Tom Selleck, Daryl Hannah, Lucy Liu, Edward James Olmos, Ali Larter, and James Cromwell. Rob Schneider arrived, clutching a basket of flowers. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
End-of-world miniseries 'Impact' is a near-disaster Jun 20, 2009
From left: James Cromwell, Owen Best, David James Elliott, and Natasha Calis in the miniseries Impact ... James Cromwell - Oscar nominee James Cromwell - is the kids eccentric grandfather, Steven Culp from Desperate Housewives is the dumbo president, and you - well, you have a decision to make ... IMPACT Starring: David James Elliott, Natasha Henstridge, James Cromwell, Steven Culp, Benjamin Sadler, Natasha Calis. (Boston Globe)
A LOOK AT THE WEEK AHEAD Jun 20, 2009
David James Elliott, Natasha Henstridge, Steven Culp and James Cromwell star in the series, which will begin Sunday at 9 p.m. on ABC.. "The Crumbling of America". (Erie Times-News, PA)
TV apocalypse now! Jun 18, 2009
From left, James Cromwell, Owen Best, David James Elliott and Natasha Calis in "Impact.". June 18, 2009 | I love apocalyptic television. (Salon)
Stars say goodbye to Carradine Jun 16, 2009
Among the guests were actors Michael Madsen, Jane Seymour, Tom Selleck, Daryl Hannah, Lucy Liu, Edward James Olmos, Ali Larter, and James Cromwell. Madsen and Liu both starred alongside Carradine in Quentin Tarantino's two-part "Kill Bill" saga. (Boston Globe)
Fergie To Play White House Easter Egg Roll Apr 15, 2009
And Education Secretary Arne Duncan will join actors James Cromwell and Josh Duhamel to read to the kids. It's certain to be a busy day at the White House, with as many as 10,000 more guests than usual attending the Egg Roll. (KIRO TV, WA)
Texas dish goes well with 'W.' Mar 27, 2009
Stone surrounds Brolin with a deep and impressive supporting cast: James Cromwell as George H. W. Bush, Richard Dreyfuss as Dick Cheney, Scott Glenn as Donald Rumsfeld, Jeffrey Wright as Colin Powell, Ellen Burstyn as Barbara Bush, Elizabeth Banks as Laura Bush, Toby Jones as a spot on Karl Rove, and Thandie Newton as Condoleezza Rice. Whether you liked Bush or not, "W." is a movie not to be missed. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Where Are 'Revenge Of The Nerds' Stars Now? Mar 18, 2009
In addition to the core cast, "Revenge of the Nerds" featured several notable actors early in their careers, including John Goodman as Coach Harris, the fiery head the Adams football team, and James Cromwell as Lewis' father. Former NFL star Bernie Casey also starred as the head of a fraternal organization -- Lambda Lambda Lambda -- which takes the nerds in. (Click2Houston, TX)
L.A. Confidential Mar 13, 2009
Spacey, Crowe and Pearce lead a high-caliber ensemble that includes as a sleazeball tabloid journalist, James Cromwell as the wry Police Captain, David Strathairn as a debonair millionaire pimp, and as the most luxurious and warmhearted hooker ever to grace the screen. Rated similarly. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Activists warn US lawmakers of uranium mining perils Feb 28, 2009
But when the price of the mineral peaked at around 140 dollars a pound in 2007, mining companies descended "like vultures" on uranium-rich areas, 70 percent of which are situated on land inhabited by low-income indigenous communities, said James Cromwell, the actor who played George H.W. Bush in the film "W." As oil and gas prices spiked last year, nuclear power gained ground as an attractive energy option to ensure US energy independence. Then secretary of the interior Dirk Kempthorne... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Actors voice opposition to death penalty at UM Feb 26, 2009
Farrell appeared with Academy-award winner James Cromwell to urge citizens to encourage state legislators to abolish the death penalty ... Farrell, best known for his role as Dr. B.J. Hunnicutt on the popular TV series M*A*S*H, and Academy Award-winner James Cromwell, who starred in movies such as L.A. Confidential, Babe and The Green Mile, spoke to a crowd of about 60 people at the University Center Theater about why the death penalty is as they see it inhumane, flawed and unjust. (Missoulian, MT)
Actors promote abolition of death penalty Feb 25, 2009
Farrell and fellow actor James Cromwell were on hand for a discussion and showing of The Green Mile in which Cromwell played Warden Hal Moores ... Farrell appeared in Helena Tuesday with fellow actor and death penalty opponent James Cromwell for a screening of Cromwell s 1999 film The Green Mile, a film about a wrongly convicted death row inmate. (Helena Independent Record)
Opponents of MT death penalty sponsoring events Feb 22, 2009
Supporters of a bill to abolish the death penalty in Montana are sponsoring two events here this week, including a showing of the movie The Green Mile hosted by actors James Cromwell and Mike Farrell. The Green Mile, a 1999 film about a wrongly-convicted death row inmate in a Southern prison, will be shown 7 p.m. Tuesday at Carroll College. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Hugh Jackman jokes about naked Oscars Feb 21, 2009
LOS ANGELES - As the Oscars drumbeat gets going in earnest, an affable Hugh Jackman talks about hosting Sundays Academy Awards, and veteran actor James Cromwell has some advice for Oscar nominee Josh Brolin ... Fatherly adviceVeteran actor James Cromwell says he warned Josh Brolin not to be nervous at Sundays Oscars ceremony. (MSNBC -- Movies)
New On DVD: Oliver Stone's 'W.' Feb 14, 2009
Richard Dreyfuss brings a wicked edge to Vice President Dick Cheney, and James Cromwell (as Bush Sr.) and Ellen Burstyn (as former first lady Barbara Bush) bring a ferocious spark to their roles. British actress Thandie Newton, meanwhile, seems more intent on mimicking National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice than portraying her (before her rise to Secretary of State), while Jeffrey Wright ("Syriana") comes off as the only voice of reason in the proceedings as Secretary of State Gen. Colin... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
New on DVD: 'Being There,' 'Frozen River' and 'W.' Feb 13, 2009
The movie feels rushed, and its initial jocularity is less fun than expected, but the casting is strong, led by Josh Brolin (W.), James Cromwell (Bush I) and Richard Dreyfuss (Dick Cheney). It's also more excitingly directed than Milk. (USA Today -- Life)
DVD REVIEW: MOVIES Feb 11, 2009
The film also benefits from the presence of James Cromwell as the senior George Bush, whose hectoring and belittling of his eldest son (dad always like brother Jeb better) is presented both in historical re-enactments and in fantasy sequences. Other characters don't fare quite as well. (Toronto Star)
Grammy Awards Feb 10, 2009
Cheat Sheets: Leonardo DiCaprio, Richard Jenkins, Frank Langella, Sean Penn, Brad Pitt, Mickey Rourke James Cromwell, Robert Downey Jr., Ralph Fiennes, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Heath Ledger, Michael Shannon Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Angelina Jolie, Kristin Scott Thomas, Meryl Streep, Kate Winslet Amy Adams, Penelope Cruz, Viola Davis, Taraji Henson, Marisa Tomei, Kate Winslet GLOBAL CONTENDERS. As usual, overseas talent stands poised to take many of Hollywood's top prizes this awards season. (Variety)
Best bets: Welcome to the Dollhouse Feb 8, 2009
Now W. has returned to Texas and a new leader is in the White House, but if you want to relive those crazy eight years, rent or buy "W." on DVD. Richard Dreyfuss is amazing as Dick Cheney, and it's hard to forget James Cromwell as Bush Senior. MoviesIts hard to get excited about a standard chick flick, but heres hoping that Confessions of a Shopaholic breaks the mold. (MSNBC -- Television)
