'New York, I Love You' a little too arty Oct 18, 2009
Starring Bradley Cooper, Shia LaBeouf, Natalie Portman, Blake Lively and Robin Wright Penn ... In Mira Nair's earnest one, a young Hasidic bride (Natalie Portman) pines for the Jain (Irrfan Khan) who sells her diamonds ... Starring Bradley Cooper, Shia LaBeouf, Natalie Portman, Blake Lively and Robin Wright Penn. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
What's in a brand? Generation XL should take a look Oct 17, 2009
On the counter, a tabloid photo shows Natalie Portman clutching a bottle of Liquiteria's signature cold-pressed juices (meaning the liquid is extracted by chopping and pressing, rather than spinning in a centrifuge). Beside the picture is a framed thank-you note from another actress, Rachel Weisz, "for all the juice.". (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
‘New York, I Love You’ takes a uniform look at a diverse city Oct 16, 2009
Julie Christie and Shia LaBeouf (above) and Natalie Portman appear in New York, I Love You, a compilation of short episodes ... This collection also places a premium on kids - Natalie Portman, Christina Ricci, Hayden Christensen, Anton Yelchin, Olivia Thirlby, Eva Amurri, Shu Qi, Rachel Bilson, and Orlando Bloom also show up ... Natalie Portman, Andy Garcia, Hayden Christensen, Ethan Hawke, Maggie Q, Julie Christie, Shia LaBeouf, Chris Cooper, and Robin Wright Penn. (Boston Globe)
Big Applesauce Oct 16, 2009
There's also an Orthodox woman (Natalie Portman, who makes her inauspicious directing debut in another segment about a "manny") getting frisky with an East Asian merchant (Irrfan Khan) on Diamond Row; Bradley Cooper jumping into the back seat of a taxi with an obliging stranger and giving the driver hilariously improbable directions ... There's also an Orthodox woman (Natalie Portman, who makes her inauspicious directing debut in another segment about a "manny") getting frisky with an East Asian... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Natalie Portman is growing through her roles Oct 16, 2009
Natalie Portman is in the new release " New York I Love You," a collection of short vignettes ... Natalie Portman perches on a stool at the counter of a vegan restaurant in downtown Manhattan, nibbling on a soy-cheese sandwich and minding her own business. (FOX59, IN)
'New York, I Love You' harbors surprises as well as the sub-par Oct 16, 2009
New York, I Love You* * 1/2 out of fourStars: Bradley Cooper, Natalie Portman, Julie Christie, Anton Yelchin, Shia LaBeouf, Orlando Bloom, Cloris Leachman, Eli Wallach Andy Garcia, Hayden Christensen, Ethan Hawke, Robin Wright Penn, Christina RicciDirectors: Ten, including Mira Nair, Natalie Portman, Brett Ratner, Shekhar KapurRating: R for language and sexual contentRunning time: 1 hour, 50 minutesOpens Friday in select cities. By Claudia Puig, USA TODAY Anthologies by their very nature are an... (USA Today -- Life)
Hits and misses make up N.Y., I Love You Oct 14, 2009
Starring: Rachel Bilson, Orlando Bloom, Shia LaBeoufDirectors: Brett Ratner, Natalie Portman, moreRun time: 1 hour, 50 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13 ... Natalie Portman and Irrfan Khan enjoy some sparks in Mira Nairs contribution (and Portman herself directs a later piece). (MSNBC -- Movies)
NY state of blind Oct 12, 2009
Paris J taime was kind of a mess, but it had its moments (especially Tom Tykwer s short starring Natalie Portman, who appears here as both an actor and a writer/director more on that later ... But Natalie Portman, who wrote and directed an arch, cringe-inducing short about a black man who is mistaken for his white daughter s manny, should know better ... Paris J taime was kind of a mess, but it had its moments (especially Tom Tykwer s short starring Natalie Portman, who appears here as both an... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Mulligan is rounding out her 'Education' Oct 12, 2009
She co-stars with Helen Mirren in "Brighton Rock," a remake based on Graham Greene's novel; with Natalie Portman and Jake Gyllenhaal in "Brothers"; and with Knightley again in Kazuo Ishigura's "Never Let Me Go.". Wall Street 2. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
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)
An Education Oct 9, 2009
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Little Bird Presents MIX TAPE: Taking Flight!!! Oct 3, 2009
Celebrating their fourth MIX TAPE Festival, Little Bird has attracted such Hollywood stars as Alec Baldwin, Demi Moore, Ashton Kutcher, and Natalie Portman who have all loved the shows. Actors have tested for SNL and HBO as a result of MIX TAPE. These two Little Birds are indeed Taking Flight. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Action Directors - Luc Besson Sep 30, 2009
Invincible hitman Leon takes orphaned 12-year-old Mathilda (Natalie Portman) under his wing after her family are massacred by an unstable cop (Gary Oldman). Trimmed of 24 minutes of footage for its US and UK releases, involving scenes where Leon actually takes Mathilda out on hits, Leon is Besson s last great movie and must be seen in its fullest version. (Suite101.com)
Fall 2009 movie preview Sep 18, 2009
Natalie Portman is the wife. Everybody's Fine -- After his wife dies, Robert De Niro tries to reconnect with his kids. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Daily TV and radio guide Sep 18, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
A look at this fall’s movies Sep 13, 2009
New York, I Love You Another urban-omnibus movie, this brings us 10 tales from the Big Apple directed by the likes of Mira Nair ( Monsoon Wedding ), Fatih Akin ( Head-On ), Brett Ratner (the Rush Hour movies), and Natalie Portman (who acts in Nair s short as well) ... 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,... (Boston Globe)
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)
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)
007's Dream House Aug 29, 2009
His next film, Brothers, starring Tobey Maguire, Jake Gyllenhaall and Natalie Portman, will be released this December 4. Daniel Craig is currently preparing for his Broadway debut in A Steady Rain directly by John Crowley and co-starring Hugh Jackman. (IGN FilmForce)
This week's fashion gossip Aug 27, 2009
" The first joke design featured on the video is a men's T-shirt called Ten Shirts I Love About You, which Julia claims was wastefully made from 10 discarded tops. The second item is a men's suit made from dozens of newspapers, while the final design is the innovative item "shants" a shirt which can be flipped around and turned into trousers. Julia met the four-man comics through US actor Bill Pullman and they decided to work together on the sketch which pokes fun at celebrities including... (iAfrica.com)
Dallas woman reunited with dog found in Fla. Aug 20, 2009
FINCA International Cause Celeb talks with actress Natalie Portman about her work advocating microfinancing for poor women in developing countries. Breaking news alerts (about 1 per day) to sign up or text NEWS to MSNBC (67622). (MSNBC -- International)
Chelsea Clinton wedding rumor nixed Aug 20, 2009
Though Sturgess has a slim resume at the tender age of 28, he s worked with a bevy of beautiful leading ladies, including Natalie Portman, Scarlett Johansson, Kate Bosworth, and Rose McGowan. They re all very talented actresses first and foremost, he says, shyly. (Boston Globe)
Bald Chicks: Hot or Not? Aug 9, 2009
Natalie Portman rocked a baldie for her "V for Vendetta" role ... Natalie Portman: Hot ... Natalie Portman didn't have any noble reasons for losing her locks, but she did make the sacrifice for her art. (Fox News)
Joss Whedon Screens Alternate End To 'Dollhouse' At Comic-Con Jul 27, 2009
Sigourney Weaver, Natalie Portman and Kristen Bell. Which is why half the geeks here wanted the cult show to come back to Fox for a second season, and the other half wanted it to go out with a bang. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Complete Comic-Con news coverage Jul 24, 2009
LOS ANGELES, 11:37 a.m. July 13 "Star Wars" co-star Natalie Portman is storming back into action films with a role in the comic-book adaptation "Thor.". 2:00 a.m. June 28 In The Union-Tribune on Page A1 Summer is normally a slam-dunk for attracting visitors to sunny San Diego, but this year it's unlikely that sparkling beaches, Shamu shows and a world-famous zoo will be enough to reverse the stunning declines in revenue local hotels are experiencing. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Australians in action Jul 19, 2009
In Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones, Byrne played Padme Amidalas handmaiden Dorme (Byrne said all she had to do was stand near Natalie Portman and look serious). Byrne has also appeared in major films including Troy, Sunshine, 28 Weeks Later and Knowing. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
A Jewish Film Festival sampler Jul 19, 2009
Eve: This 17-minute meditation on aging is the directorial debut of Natalie Portman. A young woman (Olivia Thirlby) unexpectedly finds herself chaperoning a dinner date between her grandmother (Lauren Bacall) and an elderly suitor (Ben Gazzara). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Adoption groups angry with 'Orphan' stereotypes Jul 18, 2009
"Star Wars" co-star Natalie Portman is storming back into action films with a role in the comic-book adaptation "Thor.". The 28-year-old Portman has been cast as Jane Foster, who was a nurse and first love of the title character in the Marvel Comics. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Natalie Portman joins cast of 'Thor' Jul 16, 2009
Madison Daily Leader - Natalie Portman joins cast of 'Thor ... Natalie Portman joins cast of 'Thor ... LOS ANGELES (AP) -- "Star Wars" co-star Natalie Portman is storming back into action films with a role in the comic-book adaptation "Thor.". (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Emma Watson dishes Jul 15, 2009
I think Natalie Portman, when she was younger, said, I d rather be smart than an actress. I definitely feel her vibe. (The Palm Beach Post)
Emma Watson to star in Manson musical Jul 15, 2009
" The 19-year-old star is planning to move to America to attend university later this year but doesn't believe it will have any impact on her work, if the right role comes along. She explained, "Jodie Foster did it, Natalie Portman did it. I think it's entirely possible to juggle university with filming. (Xinhuanet, China)
Woodruff returns to Iraq Jul 15, 2009
" Natalie Portman joins the cast of 'Thor' "Star Wars" co-star Natalie Portman is storming back into action films with a role in the comic-book adaptation "Thor. " The 28-year-old Portman has been cast as Jane Foster, who was a nurse and first love of the title character in the Marvel Comics. According to Marvel Studios, the character is being updated for the movie version of "Thor," in which the Norse warrior is cast down to Earth to live among humans. Chris Hemsworth stars as Thor in the... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Emma's gothic Cinderella? Jul 15, 2009
She explained: "Jodie Foster did it, Natalie Portman did it. I think it's entirely possible to juggle university with filming. I actually think going to university will make me a better actress. The experience of living like that, working to deadlines, living with other students. It's all the things I want.". Digg. (iAfrica.com)
Radcliffe Soars Again With New 'Harry Potter' Jul 15, 2009
Live Cameras, Conditions. Radcliffe Soars Again With New 'Harry Potter. (Click2Houston, TX)
Tara Subkoff Needs Your Help Jul 14, 2009
A classic New York character, Tara stared the fashion label Imitation of Christ, became best friends with Chloe Sevigny and dated director Wes Anderson (the short before Darjeeling Limited is supposedly based on their relationship; she was played by Natalie Portman). If not operated on, the tumor will be fatal in about two years. (Slate)
Natalie Portman lined up for 'Thor': report Jul 14, 2009
Natalie Portman, pictured in May 2009, has been lined up to play the love interest of "Thor" in a movie based on the hammer-wielding Marvel comics superhero, it was reported Monday. LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Natalie Portman has been lined up to play the love interest of "Thor" in a movie based on the hammer-wielding Marvel comics superhero, it was reported Monday. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Love stories to love Jul 14, 2009
Bonus points for Natalie Portman introducing him to New Slang, by the Shins. "It'll change your life." Indeed. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Natalie Portman in 'Thor'? Jul 14, 2009
Natalie Portman in 'Thor ... Natalie Portman has been lined up to play the love interest of "Thor" in a movie based on the hammer-wielding Marvel comics superhero, it was reported Monday. (iAfrica.com)
Tony Leung breaks arm in training for kung fu film Jul 14, 2009
The director's most recent film and his English-language debut, "My Blueberry Nights," starred singer Norah Jones, Jude Law, Rachel Weisz, Natalie Portman and David Strathairn. Leung is known for playing subdued characters like the melancholy writer who had a love affair with a married woman in Wong's "In the Mood for Love." That performance won him best actor honors at the Cannes Film Festival in 2000. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Zooey Deschanel A Busy Girl Jul 13, 2009
The actress had just landed a plum role in "Your Highness" opposite James Franco and Natalie Portman and had flown off to Ireland. See Cindy Adams: Page 12. (New York Post -- Gossip)
I got RIProlled Jul 12, 2009
It was also a week for celebrity death hoaxes: Jeff Goldblum, Natalie Portman, and George Clooney were among the big names affected, but their agents or managers were quick to issue denials. Lesson #5: Sometimes, coincidences are more than just that and may be indicative of a trend. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
THE VANISHED EMPIRE Jul 10, 2009
The boy couldn't care less about his future -- until he meets Lyuda (Natalie Portman look-alike Lidia Milyuzina). But wooing the young woman doesn't go smoothly. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Radcliffe prefers dating women his age now Jul 9, 2009
Watson U.S.-boundWatson, 19, who'll be studying in the U.S. this fall, said, "I'm really excited, I can't wait." In terms of seeking advice from a young American celebrity graduate, the teen said, "I would love to talk to Natalie Portman, she's a big idol of mine.". More from People. (MSNBC -- News)
Celebrity Photos Jul 4, 2009
Bar Rafaeli, Natalie Portman, Rachel Bilson, Emmanuelle Chriqui. SEXIEST FOR MEN. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Newsweek: Is this the year of the 'cougar'? Jun 19, 2009
Just ask Jessica Alba, Lindsay Lohan, Jessica Biel, Natalie Portman or Jessica Simpson. Someone like Sandra Bullock is still a brand in Hollywood, and even if she's had a recent string of flops, there's still hope she can sell out theaters. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Shia LaBeouf to co-star in Wall Street sequel Jun 5, 2009
Danny McBride talks about working with co-star Will Ferrell and his next project with Natalie Portman and James Franco. . (MSNBC -- News)
NewCelebrity birthdays for the week of June 7-13 Jun 4, 2009
Actress Larisa Oleynik ("3rd Rock From The Sun," "Boy Meets World) is 28. Actor Michael Cera ("Juno," "Arrested Development") is 21. June 8: Comedian Jerry Stiller is 82. Comedian-talk show host Joan Rivers is 76. Actor James Darren is 73. Actor Bernie Casey is 70. Singer Nancy Sinatra is 69. Singer Chuck Negron (Three Dog Night) is 67. Singer Boz Scaggs is 65. Actor Don Grady ("My Three Sons") is 65. Guitarist Mick Box of Uriah Heep is 62. Actress Sonia Braga is 59. Actress Kathy Baker ("Picket... (Florida Times-Union)
Portman to make Irish fairytale Jun 2, 2009
Natalie Portman is to star in Your Highness. Top Hollywood actress Natalie Portman has booked her trip to Belfast to star in the multi-million dollar film, Your Highness. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Can holding a drink reveal your persona? May 30, 2009
Celebrities: Scarlett Johansson, Natalie Portman. 5. (India Times, India)
Blue and yellow all over Oscar red carpet May 21, 2009
Natalie Portman said her tulle gathered gown with a deep V and pearl-adorned double waistbands was really classic, elegant and its comfortable. . (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Three-way race for Oscar May 21, 2009
The Oscar voters nominated two supporting players who won Golden Globes but werent mentioned in the SAG nominations: Clive Owen (Closer) and Natalie Portman (Closer). Among the SAG nominees that didnt make it to the Oscars: Giamatti, James Garner (The Notebook), Cloris Leachman (Spanglish) and Freddie Highmore (Finding Neverland). (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Oscar spin machine hums to life early May 21, 2009
Moray Greenfield, the academys theater operations coordinator, waited patiently while Elzer considered a slot for Closer, a caustic tale of romantic infidelity that snagged supporting acting nominations for Clive Owen and Natalie Portman. Another publicist agonized over where to place Troy, the three-hour Brad Pitt epic nominated for costume design. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
The Aviator picks up 11 Oscar nods May 21, 2009
For supporting actress, academy voters picked Blanchett, who plays Katharine Hepburn in The Aviator; Laura Linney as the title characters sexually adventurous wife in Kinsey; Virginia Madsen as a deceived lover in Sideways; Sophie Okonedo as innkeeper Rusesabaginas wife in Hotel Rwanda; and Natalie Portman as a gutsy stripper in Closer. . (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
P. Diddy, Prince to present at Oscars May 21, 2009
Oscar presenters also include Mike Myers, Sean Penn, John Travolta, Gwyneth Paltrow, Natalie Portman and Tim Robbins. 2008 The Associated Press. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Best supporting actress showdown May 21, 2009
Will Natalie Portman take home the best supporting actress award ... Columbia PicturesNatalie Portman ... My pick to win it is Natalie Portman. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Portman 'not dating Penn' May 19, 2009
Natalie Portman is not dating Sean Penn. The 'Garden State' actress broke her rule of not speaking to the media about gossip to dismiss the rumours linking her to the 'Milk' star. (iAfrica.com)
Gemma Arterton signs up for Wuthering Heights remake May 17, 2009
They replace Natalie Portman and 300 star Michael Fassbender, who were previously attached to the roles. Girl With The Pearl Earring director Peter Webber will be behind the camera. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'The Facts of Life' Cast: Then & Now May 17, 2009
" But that's just the beginning, really. Cloris is always working. There was a guest spot on NBC's "The Office," a Hallmark Channel made-for-TV movie "Love Takes Wing," and three more films slated for release this year, including the star-studded "New York, I Love You," an anthology of 11 mini-movies featuring Shia LaBeouf, Natalie Portman, Olando Bloom, Robin Wright Penn, Hayden Christensen, Christina Ricci, Ethan Hawke, Andy Garcia, and James Caan just to name just a few. Mackenzie Astin: Then... (Fox News)
Natalie Portman denies Sean Penn romance rumours May 17, 2009
BEIJING, May 16 (Xinhuanet) -- Natalie Portman has rubbished rumours that she was romantically linked to Sean Penn, saying: Sean Penn is a friend and colleague and the reports that we are romantically involved are completely untrue ... File photo of Natalie Portman (Source: China Daily). (Xinhuanet, China)
Tabloids 'Milk' Rumor May 17, 2009
Natalie Portman Denies Sean Penn Romance Rumors ... Natalie Portman is firmly denying swirling rumors that she is romantically linked to "Milk" star Sean Penn, who recently filed for legal separation from his wife Robin Wright Penn after 13 years of marriage, E. (Fox News)
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)
Anti-Limbaugh Jokes Add Awful Taste to D.C. Dinner May 12, 2009
Still, she drew approving laughter from the Hollywood-D.C. crowd, which included Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore, Natalie Portman, Jonathan Rhys Myers, Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, Tom Cruise, and Katie Holmes as well as Brian Williams, Helen Thomas, Barbara Walters, Wolf Blitzer, and other mainstream media big shots. And according to Variety, White House senior adviser David Axelrod called Sykes very entertaining. (Newsmax)
TWITTER: Read a recap of the night May 11, 2009
Natalie Portman looks annoyed and not happy to be here at all. whcd from. (USA Today -- Life)
