Actor Takeshi Kaneshiro heading to Hollywood? Nov 2, 2009
com - Actor Takeshi Kaneshiro heading to Hollywood. Actor Takeshi Kaneshiro heading to Hollywood. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Whatever Works Oct 21, 2009
The opening scene, which has Boris and his cronies swapping stories at their favourite diner, has wistful echoes of Broadway Danny Rose and Melody's irresistible urge to leap to the wrong conclusion sent me back to Mighty Aphrodite to see if she could be a distant relative of the guileless hooker played so blithely by Mira Sorvino. Sadly, however, there's no comparison. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Daily TV and radio guide Oct 10, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Celebrity birthdays for Sept. 27-Oct. 3 Sep 24, 2009
Actress Mira Sorvino is 42. TV personality Moon Zappa is 42. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Pair accused of playing porn DVD at Ark. Wal-Mart Sep 12, 2009
"The Last Templar": Mira Sorvino made a rare television appearance to star in the production based on the book by Raymond Khoury. FORT SMITH, Ark. (Fresno Bee)
Herb Nelson, Ellen Demming, Susan Douglas and Lyle Sudrow appear in the premiere TV broadcast of “Guiding Light,” on June 30, 1952. Credit: CBS Sep 5, 2009
Stars who have appeared on the show: James Earl Jones, Christopher Walken, Maureen O Sullivan, Teresa Wright, Kevin Bacon, Calista Flockhart, Allison Janey, Melina Kanakaredes, Mira Sorvino. STILL ON THE AIR. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Mira Sorvino gives birth Jul 15, 2009
Mira Sorvino has given birth to her "miracle baby". The 41-year-old actress welcomed her 3. (iAfrica.com)
'Whatever' makes Henry Cavill tick Jun 26, 2009
Mira Sorvino was no household name when she co-starred in Allen's 1995 comedy Mighty Aphrodite, which won her a supporting-actress Oscar. And 1979's Manhattan was only the third movie for Mariel Hemingway, who played Allen's high school love. (USA Today -- Life)
Woody Allen eyes Carla Bruni for film role Jun 19, 2009
Something of a specialist in creating roles for women, he made Diane Keaton a star with "Annie Hall" in 1977 and has since worked with actresses ranging from his former wife Mia Farrow to Mira Sorvino and Scarlett Johansson. Copyright 2009 Reuters. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Best supporting actress showdown May 21, 2009
The Academy has a long tradition of rewarding hookers with hearts of gold (see: Mira Sorvino in Mighty Aphrodite); Portmans Alice is a stripper, true, butclose enough. SarahPortman is actually my second choice, and I had a hard time picking between her and Madsen; I usually hate Portmans work, but she was great in Closer and she did win the Golden Globe for the role, so I dont think shes a bad call either. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Filmfest blog: Review & weekend preview May 16, 2009
Like Dandelion Dust, starring Oscar winner Mira Sorvino, suffered from shaky camera work and an even more rickety script. The highlight was Barry Pepper s nuanced role as an ex-con and abusive husband working to reclaim his son with his wife, played by Sorvino. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Jacksonville Film Fest kicks off Thursday May 14, 2009
The week-long Jacksonville Film Festival kicks off Thursday night at the Florida Theatre with a movie filmed in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra and starring Oscar winner Mira Sorvino. The film, Like Dandelion Dust, which is based on the bestselling book of the same name, plays at 8 p.m. following a VIP party at the Ivy. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Mira Sorvino Misses Dad's Birthday Apr 15, 2009
MIRA SORVINO MISSES DAD'S BIRTHDAY- New York Post ... MIRA SORVINO MISSES DAD'S BIRTHDAY ... MIRA Sorvino had to miss her dad's big 70th birthday blowout. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Red carpet treatment Apr 7, 2009
The jury called "Under Our Skin" Best Documentary, while audiences gave the award to "Speed and Angels." Mira Sorvino scored a Best Actress nod for her role in "Like Dandelion Dust" while Ethan Peck was honored for his role in "Adopt a Sailor." "Next Floor" was named Best Short Film. However, Sonoma Valley High School senior Mike Lee's short film, "The D.D.," earned a special jury award of Best Local Short that came with a magnum of 2004 Gundlach-Bundschu merlot, which Lee won't be legally... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
63 films to be shown Apr 1, 2009
"Like Dandelion Dust" features a stellar cast lead by Academy Award winner Mira Sorvino ("Mighty Aphrodite"). Sorvino plays Molly Porter, a woman living in an abusive relationship with her husband Rip (Barry Pepper of "Seven Pounds"). (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Milla Jovovich Became a 'Crazy Alien' to Lose 70lbs Mar 4, 2009
Jovovich was one of the 12 honorees in attendance at the deluxe dinner and cocktail party, in which 12 unique portraits featuring Hollywood s A-list ladies (Emily Blunt, Marcia Cross, Helen Hunt, Lauren Hutton, Jovovich, Jessica Lange, Eva Longoria, Andie MacDowell, Sienna Miller, Christina Ricci, Susan Sarandon and Mira Sorvino) were unveiled for the first time. The striking snaps will be auctioned during 2009 in support of UNICEF in its work addressing inadequate schooling and illiteracy... (Fox News)
With all due respect Feb 25, 2009
These might sound like trivial anecdotes but casting such Asian characters in high-profile American shows would have been inconceivable just a few years ago, when Chow Yun-fat never got to kiss Mira Sorvino in "Replacement Killers" and Jet Li's kiss with Aaliyah was edited out of "Romeo Must Die". "The rise of the Asian economies, including China's, is making American people more interested in the region and compelling TV and film makers to do wider and deeper research," says Yan Luo, the... (Xinhuanet, China)
As expected, 'Slumdog' sweeps to Oscar victory Feb 24, 2009
The other winners were Dianne Wiest (twice), Michael Caine and Mira Sorvino. For best supporting actor, the late Heath Ledger won for his role as the Joker in "The Dark Knight." No surprises there. (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Montblanc Signature for Good' Feb 23, 2009
"Montblanc 'Signature for Good' Charity Initiative Benefitting UNICEF" Featuring (L to R): Mira Sorvino, Andie MacDowell, Jessica Lange, Milla Jovovich, Lauren Hutton, Marcia Cross, Eva Longoria Parker, Lutz Bethge (Global CEO, Montblanc), Emily Blunt, Helen Hunt, Sienna Miller, Susan Sarandon, Christina Ricci (PRNewsFoto/Montblanc, ANDREASBRANCH/patrickmcmullan. com) HOLLYWOOD, CA UNITED STATES. (PR Newswire)
Penelope Cruz wins first Oscar for Spanish actress Feb 23, 2009
With her Oscar win, Cruz, joins fellow actresses Dianne Wiest and Mira Sorvino in scoring best supporting-actress Oscars for their performances in Woody Allen films. "I grew up in a place called Alcobendas, where this was not a very realistic dream," said Cruz. (Reuters)
'Slumdog Millionaire sweeps Oscars Feb 23, 2009
Cruz joins past Allen collaborators Dianne Wiest, a dual Oscar winner for "Hannah and Her Sisters" and "Bullets Over Broadway"; Michael Caine for "Hannah and Her Sisters"; and Mira Sorvino for "Mighty Aphrodite.". "Slumdog" writer Beaufoy, who adapted the script from Vikas Swarup's novel "Q&A," said there are places he never can imagine being. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
PENELOPE CRUZ Feb 23, 2009
Cruz becomes first Spanish actress to win Oscar - Oscars 2009- msnbc. Cruz becomes first Spanish actress to win Oscar. (MSNBC -- News)
Penelope Cruz wins best supporting actress award Feb 23, 2009
Past Oscar winners from Allen films include Dianne Wiest for ``Hannah and Her Sisters'' and ``Bullets Over Broadway,''; Michael Caine for ``Hannah and Her Sisters''; and Mira Sorvino for ``Mighty Aphrodite. . (India Times)
Kate Winslet is at her best when she's free to fly Feb 22, 2009
(She lost the supporting-actress Oscar that year to Mira Sorvino. So things have a way of working out. (Boston Globe)
FICKLE GOLD FINGER OF FATE Feb 22, 2009
And whatever happened to Mira Sorvino after her '96 "Mighty Aphrodite" win. And what happened to Kevin Spacey who grabbed Best Supporting for 1995's "The Usual Suspects" and Best Actor for 1999's "American Beauty". (New York Post -- Gossip)
Who will win? Feb 20, 2009
Remember Dianne Wiest in 1994's BulletsOver Broadway and Mira Sorvino in 1995's Mighty Aphrodite. And academy voters are certain to rememberCruz's captivating performance in 2006's Volver, the Spanish film directed by Pedro Almodovarfor which she received a best-actress nomination. (USA Today -- Life)
Oscar Update Feb 18, 2009
Mira Sorvino on her way to Sweetie Pie, the hot new eatery on Greenwich Avenue. Lately, everyone s talking about this place. (Fox News)
Beckham, Mayer, DiCaprio celebrate Giorgio Armani Feb 18, 2009
Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Caroline Kennedy, Alicia Keys, Ricky Martin, Mira Sorvino, Liam Neeson, Josh Hartnett and singer Solange Knowles were among the partygoers. Keys praised Armani, gushing: "I love his style. I love his passion. I love how Italian he is. I love that he doesn't speak English. ... I love the way he makes a woman be a woman.". (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Year Of The 'Dog Feb 15, 2009
" The evening will be bittersweet for his colleagues and loved ones. Winner: Heath Ledger for "The Dark Knight" Best supporting actress Any of the nominees could win, but Penlope Cruz ("Vicky Cristina Barcelona") has the edge: Woody Allen has a knack for directing Oscar-winning performances. Ask Dianne Wiest, Diane Keaton, Mira Sorvino and Michael Caine. Viola Davis might have a shot as a surprise winner, but with "Doubt" co-star Amy Adams also up, they will probably split the vote. Winner:... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Mira Sorvino expecting third child Feb 14, 2009
Mira Sorvino and husband expecting third child ... Mira Sorvino and husband expecting third child ... Mira Sorvino is pregnant with her third child. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Most Human Traffic Perpetrators are Women Feb 13, 2009
The report's release coincided with the appointment Thursday of Academy Award-winning actress Mira Sorvino as a U.N. goodwill ambassador to help Costa's office fight human trafficking. Sorvino, who graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University in 1989 with a degree in Chinese, won an Oscar for best supporting actress in 1995's "Mighty Aphrodite.". (Fox News)
Brown Taps 2-Time Loser Feb 12, 2009
I m still pretty sure that Penelope Cruz will take home the gold statue for "Vicki Cristina Barcelona." If so, she joins Dianne Wiest, Mira Sorvino as winners from Woody Allen s great collection of actress nominees. The one category that seems certain is Heath Ledger, as the Joker from "The Dark Knight." If someone else won, by chance, you d think they d be so unnerved they d just hand it over to someone from Heath s family anyway. (Fox News)
