1st Lady Filmmakers Film Festival C... Nov 6, 2009
The majority of films submitted were shorts, including , the 20-minute directorial debut from Courtney Cox Arquette, about a happily single and successful woman (Laura Dern), whose family s concerns start to make her doubt her chosen lifestyle. The Lady Filmmakers Film Festival, so named to make it stand out from all the women s film festivals out there, is still in its infancy, and its programming and website reflect this. (Suite101.com)
Daily guide to television and radio Oct 1, 2009
Inland Empire 10:30 p.m. (SUND) An actress (Laura Dern) finds herself starring in what may be a haunted cinematic production ... Sam Neill, Laura Dern. (Boston Globe)
70 years later, we still feel the echoes of Oz Aug 25, 2009
Not only does the film include references to touchstones like the Yellow Brick Road and ruby slippers (as when Laura Dern clicks her heels together after a nightmarish encounter with Willem Dafoes character), Sailor is literally told to chase down his true love Dern by a vision of Glenda the Good Witch. John Boormans cult classic science-fiction film Zardoz (1974) boasts a pretty big association. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Daily television listings Aug 21, 2009
Laura Dern shines as a sassy Southern housekeeper. R (1991). (Boston Globe)
TV Q&A: Cheryl Ladd was married to Alan Ladd's son Jul 26, 2009
Laura Dern plays the girl. It's based on the Joyce Carol Oates story "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?". (Florida Today)
> Symbol of the '70s Jun 28, 2009
She continued to work however, appearing in Robert Altman's 2000 comedy 'Dr T and the Women' in a star-studded cast that included Richard Gere, Helen Hunt, Laura Dern and Kate Hudson. In recent years Fawcett's health was the subject of intense scrutiny by a voracious tabloid media. (iAfrica.com)
Farrah Fawcett dies Jun 27, 2009
Last Updated: 10:02am 26 Jun 2009. R3,000 free @ Prestige Casino. (iAfrica.com)
Farrah Fawcett dead at 62: Ryan O'Neal Jun 26, 2009
" "For 30 years, Farrah was much more than a friend, she was my sister, and although I will miss her terribly, I know in my heart that she will always be there as that angel on the shoulder of everyone who loved her," Stewart said. Earlier this week O'Neal revealed he planned to marry Fawcett. "I've asked her to marry me, again, and she's agreed," O'Neal said. O'Neal, 68, and Fawcett had been romantically involved off-and-on since 1982. The couple had a son together, Redmond, but never married.... (Yahoo! Asia News)
The 15th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards Will Air Live on VH1, Friday, January 15, 2010 May 29, 2009
Attending the show in 2009 was a who's who of Hollywood including: Amy Adams, Jason Alexander, Kevin Bacon, Christian Bale, Elizabeth Banks, Angela Bassett, Simon Beaufoy, Kate Beckinsale, Kristen Bell, Dustin Lance Black, Danny Boyle, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Josh Brolin, Philippe Claudel, Common, Patrick Creadon, Penelope Cruz, Viola Davis, Laura Dern, Alexandre Desplat, Rosemarie DeWitt, Clint Eastwood, Aaron Eckhart, Danny Elfman, Dakota Fanning, Ari Folman, Brendan Fraser, Richard Gere,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Scoop: Continuation of Farrahs Story in the works May 21, 2009
"Right now our priority is obviously spending time with Farrah, but we want her message to get out, too.Click for related contentCrowe flies straight to DVDRussell Crowes 2006 psychological thriller Tenderness, may end up going straight to DVD.VideoMay 18: Courtney Hazlett reports on Farrah's Story and how there will be a follow-up documentary on the actress and her battle with cancer.MSNBCThe Playlist.com points out that the film, which co-stars Laura Dern and Jon Foster,... (MSNBC -- News)
Scoop: There may be more to Farrahs Story May 18, 2009
"Right now our priority is obviously spending time with Farrah, but we want her message to get out, too. Crowe flies straight to DVDRussell Crowes 2006 psychological thriller Tenderness, may end up going straight to DVD.The Playlist.com points out that the film, which co-stars Laura Dern and Jon Foster, was screened in summer 2008 and released in Australia to poor reviews, but has yet to offer a U.S. release date.Reported The Playlist: We've heard whispers of a DVD release later... (MSNBC -- Gossip)
White Lightning Movie (1973) May 9, 2009
Other players include Bo Hopkins (Roy Boone), Matt Clark (Dude Watson), Louise Latham (Martha Culpepper), Diane Ladd (Maggie), R.G. Armstrong (Big Bear), Conlan Carter (Deputy), Dabbs Greer (Pa McKlusky), Lincoln Demyan (Warden), John Steadman (Skeeter), Iris Korn (Ma McKlusky) and Laura Dern (Sharon Anne). White Lightning Movie. (Suite101.com)
Movie Development Hell! May 2, 2009
At various stages Laura Dern, Richard Attenborough and Jeff Goldblum were linked to the project, yet none of them ever signed on the dotted line. In 2008 another bombshell seemingly finished off the film when Jurassic Park author suddenly passed away. (IGN FilmForce)
Tenderness review Apr 28, 2009
On the Cormier moral scale, Cristofuoro is a saint, as is Eric's aunt (Laura Dern), who agrees to have him live with her despite the fact that he's murdered her sister. We don't learn exactly why she's prepared to be so indulgent. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Ladd In Livermore Apr 17, 2009
The younger Mitchell is to be played by Laura Dern, Ladd's daughter from her 1960s marriage to Bruce Dern. Q: How did you decide to come to Livermore. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
McCartney, Starr reunite for Lynch Foundation benefit Apr 6, 2009
Actress Laura Dern, who has appeared in several Lynch films (and is Harper's wife), interviewed the director, who revealed that while filming, he meditates in the morning and during his lunch break. There was ample comic relief. (USA Today -- Life)
Tom Cole, award-winning writer, dead at 75 Mar 1, 2009
"There is no one more delicious to work with than Tom, because he's just thrilled by where an actor might take a certain line or improvise," said Laura Dern, whose breakthrough as an actress came in the 1985 movie "Smooth Talk," which Mr. Cole wrote. "There's no ego in anything," she continued. (Boston Globe)
Roxbury Loses Noted Author Feb 27, 2009
Among his many notable works are Medal of Honor Rag," Mr. Cole's play based on the true story of the black Vietnam vet who committed suicide after winning the Congressional Medal of Honor. He also wrote the screenplay for "Smooth Talk," the film about a teenager who falls prey to a smoothing-talking man that launched the career of Laura Dern. "Smooth Talk," which was directed by Ms. Chopra, won the Grand Jury Prize for the Sundance Film Festival in 1986. New York Times critic Vincent Canby named... (Litchfield County Times, CT)
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
Jennifer Love Hewitt hosted AIDS Project Los Angeles' annual bash at The Abbey, and Chevy Chase, Laura Dern and other famous faces flocked to the Night of 100 Stars gala at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Lindsay Lohan joined her DJ girlfriend Samantha Ronson, who spun at the Mercedes-Benz after-party at the Montage Beverly Hills. (MSNBC -- News)
Seeing India through a foreign lens Feb 22, 2009
Do the math - was Laura Dern (born on Feb. 10, 1967) conceived during a biker flick. Just plain weird. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Spirit-ed plea for ... Eric Roberts? Feb 22, 2009
Chris Pizzello / APMickey Rourke, right, accepts the award for best male lead for his role in "The Wrestler" from presenter Laura Dern at the 2009 Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, Calif. on Saturday. (MSNBC -- News)
'Wrestler,' Rourke grab top indie honors at Spirit Awards Feb 22, 2009
Actor Mickey Rourke accepts the award for best male lead for his role in "The Wrestler" from presenter Laura Dern Saturday at the Independent Spirit Awards. SANTA MONICA, California (AP) The sports comeback tale "The Wrestler" was picked as best picture Saturday at the Spirit Awards honoring independent film and won two other prizes, including best actor for Mickey Rourke. (USA Today -- Life)
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)
Jennifer Aniston's star-studded 40th Birthday Party Feb 10, 2009
The guests include Oprah Winfrey, Sheryl Crow, David Arquette and wife Courtney Cox Arquette, Tobey Maguire and wife Jen Meyer, Laura Dern, Kevin Nealon, and Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson. The star-studded party was held inside and outside of her sprawling hillside home. (Xinhuanet, China)
WINNERS LIST Feb 8, 2009
Best supporting actress Laura Dern, Recount (HBO)Her thank-yous included: "The brave and amazing HBO" and her "acting inspirations, my parents, Diane Ladd and Bruce Dern." She also said, "I will cherish this as a reminder of the extraordinary, incredible outpouring of people who demanded that their voice be heard in this last election so we can look forward to amazing change in this country.". Best actor Gabriel Byrne, In Treatment (HBO) Gabriel Byrne wasn't there to accept. (USA Today -- Life)
Film Independent's Spirit Awards Feb 8, 2009
But Laura Dern can, because 21 years ago she was an 18-year-old nominee at its very first ceremony, when it was a lunch at a fusion restaurant on La Cienega. Robert Abele | 02/22/2007 Show has Silverman, off-the-cuff speeches As the beachside big-top extravaganza better known as the Spirit Awards enters its 22nd year, the event seems like a very far cry from its humble beginnings at a restaurant in WeHo. (Variety)
Tracking forest creatures on the move Feb 8, 2009
"They never stop moving." Neither did Crofoot, 29, who is tall, blond and sporty and who reminded me of the actress Laura Dern in "Jurassic Park.". It was January and supposedly the dry season, but suddenly the skies burst into rain. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Doubt tops SAG Awards pack with 5 nods Feb 7, 2009
Actors supporting the strike-authorization vote include Mel Gibson, Holly Hunter and Laura Dern, while Tom Hanks, George Clooney and Cameron Diaz are among those opposed. While nominees include actors from both sides, Rosenberg said that on the night of the show, he hopes we can put all our differences aside and focus on what we have in common rather than what divides us. (MSNBC -- Movies)
