Nicolas Cage Owes How Much to the IRS?! Oct 13, 2009
A notice of a federal tax lien -- obtained by TMZ -- shows the "National Treasure" actor made a serious dent in the national debt -- allegedly stiffing the IRS out of $6,257,005 he owed in income tax from 2007 ... Why Cage, the star of such blockbusters as 2007's "National Treasure: Book of Secrets," hasn't paid his tax debts is unclear. (ABC News -- Business)
Letters to the editor (10/11/09) Oct 11, 2009
Wally Hickel is truly a state and national treasure. He's genuine and authentic and represents the best of Alaska. (Anchorage Daily News)
Gilberto Zaldivar, 75, Latin theater producer Oct 9, 2009
The artistic achievement of Repertorio Espaol has made the company a national treasure, providing a rich cultural environment which is unmatched by any other Spanish-language theater company in the United States, according to the Cuban/Latino Theater Archive at the University of Miami. Mr. Zaldivar was born in Deleyte, a town in Holguin province in eastern Cuba, and studied in Havana at the University of Havana. (Boston Globe)
Pooh, Christopher Robin reunite in new book Oct 2, 2009
In Britain, Pooh is "an intrinsic part of our culture, terribly English, a national treasure and all that," said Brown. The manuscripts are held by Cambridge University, the British Library has important Pooh items - correspondence and small figurines of the characters, for example - and Milne's work is held in high esteem by fans and academics alike. (AZCentral -- Business)
Polanski And The Crux Of Art and Excess Oct 1, 2009
French government ministers are up in arms, claiming that the long arm of American jurisprudence has maliciously seized one of their national treasures ... if he walks on this, we are no better than the FRENCH who claim him as a national treasure. (CBS News)
Let sleeping ducks (and Daryl) lie Oct 1, 2009
Should this national treasure have stayed buried ... Should this national treasure have stayed buried ... Should this national treasure have stayed buried. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
* David Attenboroughs long walk on the wild side Oct 1, 2009
National treasure status was granted long ago, and was most recently evidenced by him not only occupying Alistair Cookes slot on Radio 4 but also appearing at the last night of the Proms (the BBCs series of summer concerts) in a performance of Malcolm Arnolds uproarious A Grand, Grand Overture for orchestra, vacuum cleaners, floor polisher and rifles. Attenborough played the floor polisher with gusto. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
The ancient Chinese philosopher with two million descendants Sep 26, 2009
"Confucius' family tree is a national treasure," said Kong Deyong, a 77th generation descendant and head of the International Confucius Association. Mr Kong said the family tree was important not only for academic research, but also for "helping Confucius' descendants around the world discover their ancestors and strengthen family bonds". (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Los Angeles Center Studios Celebrates a Decade Downtown Sep 24, 2009
Films such as Dreamgirls, Live Free or Die Hard, National Treasure: Book of Secrets, Get Smart, Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, and Where the Wild Things Are represent some recent examples of the major feature productions to utilize the facilities on the lot. Top TV shows, NUMB3RS, Mad Men, Southland and Better Off Ted, return to Los Angeles Center Studios season after season. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lost in 'Brown' bomber Sep 24, 2009
Sounds way too similar to National Treasure with Nicolas Cage. Well written article, though. (The Suffolk Journal, MA)
Disney's Studio Chief Dick Cook Resigns Sep 19, 2009
The strategy worked for a couple of years -- producing megahits like "Pirates of the Caribbean," "National Treasure" and "The Chronicles of Narnia" -- but the studio has been slow to cut costs and leverage hits from other divisions. COOK PRAISED FORTHCOMING FILMS. (ABC News -- Wire)
Dan Browns worst sentences (or at least twenty of them) Sep 19, 2009
" - Kurt Vonnegut, Slaughterhouse-Five, Chapter 3 That is an impressive sentence. Some writers do indeed have sour grapes, but in Brown's case, his writing is so bad I think it gave me cancer. Plot it not everything, and the more people read dumb tripe that forces them through mounds of awkward, thoughtless, irrelevant prose just to see what plot twist comes next is only turning American writing into bad TV, where we forgive the many, many shortcomings of utter failures just to see what kind of... (Harper's Magazine)
Hurdler Liu returns from injury at Shanghai meet Sep 19, 2009
Chris Renner, president for China of sports marketing agency Helios Partners, said Liu is still seen as a national treasure for winning China's first men's Olympic gold medal on the track in Athens in 2004. But Renner said the hurdler and Chinese sports officials are being cautious about how they manage his comeback. (MSNBC -- Sports)
'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' coming in 2011 Sep 12, 2009
"Cage came to unveil the trailer for "The Sorcerer's Apprentice," an adventure film based on "Fantasia" set for release next summer."To me, 'Fantasia' is the most beautiful movie ever made," Cage said.He also agreed on the spot to appear in another "National Treasure" film.A cast of 24 Muppets performed "Rainbow Connection" aboard an old-fashioned steamboat as Cook announced that a new Muppet movie would be coming "very soon. ""It's called 'The Cheapest Muppet Movie Ever Made,'" he quipped.The... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Click to read:Dignitaries, Friends Honor Cronkite Sep 10, 2009
"It's been a pure joy to celebrate and remember Walter Cronkite for the way he really was. Couric wasn't the only top name at CBS to extol Cronkite's virtues. CBS President Leslie Moonves called Cronkite "a national treasure," saying that he was valued not just among his friends and colleagues at the memorial but around the world. "There isn't a person today in this room who wasn't somehow inspired by Walter Cronkite to go into the media," Moonves said. "He came to be seen not only as our most... (CBS News)
Tarantino does it again Sep 9, 2009
Brad Pitt, German-born actress Diane Kruger (most recognizable from "National Treasure"), Mike Myers (from "Austin Powers"), a French actress-Melanie Laurent, and even B.J. Novak from NBC's hit show "The Office." This cast provides for a very dynamic bunch that moves the 153-minute film at a fast pace. "Inglorious Basterds" presents two intertwined stories that are broken into chapters. (The Seahawk, NC)
Reading senior center happenings and events Sep 7, 2009
Monday, Sept. 28, National Treasure. Movies start at 12:45 p.m. - Lounge. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Marvel Movie Wish List Sep 4, 2009
Disney-based producer Jerry Bruckheimer (the Pirates of the Caribbean and National Treasure films) would seem a natural fit to bring his Bad Boys-style franchise touch to this Marvel team-up title. Having Luke Cage/Power Man and Danny Rand/Iron Fist ; both of whom had once been in-development as their own solo films at separate studios ; finally kicking criminal ass on-screen seems like a general audience-friendly, no-brainer event movie for Disney and Marvel. (IGN FilmForce)
Dee day for the real Austin Powers Aug 31, 2009
"He was a national treasure and his passing is very sad," said Roger Backhouse QC, a friend. "He was great company and a pleasure to be around. Simon enjoyed his time as a celebrity and had a lot of fun but he never showed any bitterness about it coming to an end.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Sculpture city in misunderestimated' Michigan Aug 25, 2009
This Michigan landmark features an interactive children's garden, a farm garden and concert stage hosting headliners like Lyle Lovett has earned high praise from discerning visitors like former president Jimmy Carter who referred to Meijer Gardens as a "national treasure." While other museums are struggling in a tough economy, this urban refuge has not seen a downtown. Legendary artists are exhibited here along with an impressive group of rising stars. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
* Diane Kruger: tailor-made for Basterds Aug 21, 2009
Troy, in which she co-starred alongside Pitt and Eric Bana was released first in theaters, and the hype over Hollywood newcomer Kruger playing the beautiful Helen of Troy helped her land box office hit National Treasure. That movies success spawned the sequel National Treasure: Book of Secrets and together the big-budget movies made Kruger a household name X after a little adjustment, that is, because her real last name is Heidkruger ... He took a leap of faith on an actress who has so far... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Artist reunited with golden hare Aug 21, 2009
The artist who set off a national treasure hunt 30 years ago by burying a jewelled golden hare in a park in Bedfordshire has been reunited with it. Kit Williams, who created the hare in 1979 for picture book Masquerade, had not seen it for more than 20 years. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Review: Tarantino's 'Basterds' Bloody Brilliant Aug 21, 2009
Before the two storylines converge, the writer-director expertly weaves the narrative together with four different languages (French actress Laurent is a natural and "National Treasure" star Diane Kruger speaks her native German throughout as European movie star) without once disconnecting from its audience. Even with a couple instances of overkill, the movie clips along at a great pace, and even 2 hours and 30 minutes in length, it hardly ever feels overlong. (Click2Houston, TX)
Tarantino makes a maniacal mockery of the Holocaust Aug 21, 2009
Among the Basterds contacts is a German film star/double agent played by Diane Kruger, on loan from the National Treasure movies. All this ensures the characters will argue the merits of Leni Riefenstahl s 1929 The White Hell of Pitz Palu in long, arch arias of dialogue; that old Ennio Morricone film scores will be merrily repurposed; that obscure movie references will be buried throughout, awaiting future dissection by legions of cinema studies grad students. (Boston Globe)
Giant Pandas Headed for Extinction? Aug 19, 2009
"We shouldn't say 'don't let development happen.' We are just asking if, in the process of developing these areas should we, can we, stop and think that as a Chinese national treasure and a globally protected species, can we plan with them in mind? Can our development plans include them in the considerations?". CBS News correspondent Celia Hatton reported on "The Early Show" Tuesday, researchers have increased the numbers of baby pandas born in captivity through artificial insemination. (CBS News)
LIONSGATE(R) Set To KICK-ASS With Filmmaker Matthew Vaughn's Hotly Anticipated Superhero Action Comedy Aug 18, 2009
Based on the groundbreaking, best-selling comic by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr., KICK-ASS stars Nicolas Cage (the upcoming SEASON OF THE WITCH, KNOWING, NATIONAL TREASURE), rising star Aaron Johnson (the upcoming NOWHERE BOY), Christopher Mintz-Plasse (SUPERBAD) and Chloe Moretz ((500) DAYS OF SUMMER). The screenplay is written by Vaughn and Jane Goldman. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Inside Leonardo DiCaprio's secret movie set Aug 18, 2009
The bridge itself -- the Pont de Bir-Hakeim -- is no stranger to the screen, having recently been seen in 2007's "National Treasure 2.". Steven Spielberg also used it and its above-ground Metro line and distinctive view of the Eiffel Tower in his 2005 "Munich," while Marlon Brando walked across it in the groundbreaking 1973 "Last Tango in Paris." Now it's DiCaprio's turn. (CNN)
Glorious women Aug 16, 2009
Tarantino wanted what Kruger (Helen in Troy to Pitt s Troy, and star in the National Treasure movies and a variety of French films, including Joyeux Noel ) termed an authentic or multinational cast, which meant convincing him she was German, which she is. The former ballerina, now 33, spent almost half her life in small-town Germany. (Boston Globe)
Fox Announces "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" Cast Aug 13, 2009
Following a months-long nationwide casting search, Zachary Gordon (National Treasure: Book of Secrets) nabbed the coveted title role, aka middle-schooler Greg Heffley, in the Fox 2000 Pictures production. Robert Capron, who portrays Gregs best friend Rowley, was one the first actors considered for the role, and remained the studios first choice through months of a national search. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Cool Alaska travel deals Aug 7, 2009
Hike, raft, bike and flight-see within this 6-million-acre national treasure. The park is home to Mount McKinley, North America's tallest peak. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Seeger Still Strumming After Hard Knocks Aug 3, 2009
Pete Seeger, like Ray Charles, is an American National treasure. Both, with their music, helped make great and good changes to the American culture. (CBS News)
Philippines mourns democracy icon Aquino Aug 2, 2009
Wife of assassinated opposition leader defeated Marcos dictatorship. Joseph Agcaoili / APSupporters light candles in front of a portrait of the late Philippine President Corazon Aquino at the financial district of Makati, south of Manila, on Saturday. (MSNBC -- International)
Filipinos Mourn Democracy Icon Aug 2, 2009
President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, who is on an official visit to the United States, remembered Aquino as a "national treasure" who helped lead "a revolution to restore democracy and the rule of law to our nation at a time of great peril. The Philippines will observe 10 days of national mourning, she said. The Armed Forces of the Philippines said it would accord full military honors during the mourning period, including gun salutes and lowering flags to half-staff. The Aquino family, however,... (CBS News)
Former Philippines president dies Aug 1, 2009
President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, who is on an official visit to the United States, remembered Aquino as a "national treasure" who helped lead "a revolution to restore democracy and the rule of law to our nation at a time of great peril. "She picked up the standard from the fallen warrior Ninoy and helped lead our nation to a brighter day," Arroyo said, referring to Aquino' husband, opposition leader Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr., who was assassinated in 1983. She said the Philippines will observe... (MSNBC -- International)
No laughing matter: a tall poppy falls Aug 1, 2009
We would then be able to declare him a living national treasure, along with his only serious rival for the post of Australias Court Jester, Shaun Micallef. Clarke and Dawe have been presenting their deadpan dialogues, in which Clarke channels pompous politicians, for 20 years now. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Former Philippine leader Aquino dies Aug 1, 2009
As people across the Catholic nation woke to the news, President Gloria Arroyo declared a 10-day period of mourning for Aquino, whom she praised as a "national treasure.". Aquino's family announced her death early Saturday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Ex-Philippine president Corazon Aquino dies Aug 1, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " Aquino's family announced her death early Saturday. "Our mother peacefully passed away at 3:18 am, August 1, 2009 of cardio-respiratory arrest," Senator Benigno Aquino Jr, said in a statement outside the Makati Medical Centre in Manila, where his mother had been hospitalised. "She would have wanted us to thank each and every one of you for all the prayers and the continuous love and support," he said. "It was her wish for all of us to pray for one... (Channelnewsasia.com)
The Walt Disney Company Reports Third Quarter Earnings Jul 31, 2009
Significant current quarter titles included Bedtime Stories, Confessions of a Shopaholic and Bolt while the prior-year quarter included National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets and Enchanted. Lower results in worldwide television distribution reflected more significant titles in the prior-year quarter including Game Plan and Ratatouille in domestic pay television markets and The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe in international markets. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Disney's Not The Happiest Place On Earth As Profit Drops Jul 31, 2009
Citing tough comparisons to last year's home-video sales, when movies like "Enchanted" and the sequel to "National Treasure" were released, movie-studio revenue plummeted 12 percent to 1. 3 billion. (New York Post -- Business)
Disney earnings drop 26% on weaker theme park, media results Jul 31, 2009
26 billion as this year's home video slate didn't compare well to last year's releases, which included National Treasure: Book of Secrets and Enchanted. Consumer products revenue fell 10% to $510 million. (USA Today -- Money)
Slowing DVD sales drag on Disneys profit Jul 31, 2009
26 billion as this year's home video slate didn't compare well to last year's releases, which included "National Treasure: Book of Secrets" and "Enchanted." The studio posted a $12 million operating loss, down from a $97 million operating profit last year. It also expects to book higher profits in the future on the success of the Pixar movie "Up," as well as "G-Force," which debuted at No. 1 at the domestic box office last weekend. (MSNBC -- Business)
Walt Disney F3Q09 (Qtr End 6/27/09) Earnings Call Transcript Jul 31, 2009
Home video sales were down as this years new releases did not match those in last years Q3, which included National Treasure 2 and Enchanted. We also recognized lower net revenue per unit in home video this quarter, driven largely by shifts in our product line-up and distribution channel mix. (Multichannel News)
G-Force beats Transformers 2 Jul 25, 2009
Like previous Bruckheimer extravaganzas Con Air and the National Treasure and Pirates of the Caribbean franchises G-Force is short on wit, characterization and logic, but the car chases sure are breathtaking and just about everything blows up real good while the heroes run from the fireballs in slow motion. After the botched infiltration of the home office of electronics magnate Leonard Saber (Bill Nighy), the FBI cuts off the funding of a secret team run by Ben... (MSNBC -- News)
• Read more from the BFDealMemo Jul 25, 2009
Turteltaub, who directed the "National Treasure" films and just wrapped "The Sorcerer's Apprentice," said he hadnt yet decided whether or not to stay at WME.. Said Turteltaub: Weve all been given the opportunity to step back and say, `David is no longer our agent, where do we want to go. (Variety)
10 Questions for Jerry Bruckheimer Jul 24, 2009
From National Treasure to Confessions of a Shopaholic, your work in film has been very diverse. Is there a type of film you haven't done yet that you really want to do. (Time.com)
Nicolas Cage Explains His 'Ridiculous' Voice In 'G-Force' Jul 24, 2009
On the final day of filming for the second "National Treasure" movie, producer Jerry Bruckheimer approached star Nicolas Cage with a question: Do you want to be a guinea pig. An odd query, no doubt, especially since "Treasure" keeps its focus on. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Family-Friendly G-Force Fails To Bring A-Game Jul 24, 2009
Kinda sad since this is written by the same people that brought us the National Treasure movies. There was one plot twist at the end that brought a nice surprise to the table but you wish they tried a bit harder to create more surprises throughout the movie so you wouldn't have to keep looking at your watch, praying for the end credits to roll. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Animated conversation with 'Simpsons' writer Jul 22, 2009
It was kind of a loose parody of the Da Vinci Code and the National Treasure movies. It started with an idea Billy had: that Homer accidentally leaves Maggie at one of those abandoned baby shelters, and she s adopted and they have to get her back. (Boston Globe)
Disney Japan to sell movies in tiny memory cards Jul 22, 2009
Initial titles in the microSD format include "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "National Treasure" series. Panasonic Corp is set to provide Disney with microSD cards, the spokesman said. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Jobs a 'national treasure' Jul 22, 2009
Steve Jobs a 'national treasure ... To some Steve Jobs is a national treasure and to others he is a visionary of the first order ... "He has single-handedly brought the US back into the mobile ball game with the iPhone. Until then it was all about Europe and Asia. He also broke the back of the music industry with iTunes. "Those are two big legacies to leave behind, so I really believe he is a national treasure," Mr Arrington told BBC News. Gene Munster, a senior analyst with Piper Jaffray seems... (BBC News -- Business)
Director J.J. Abrams' Phenomenal Reimagining of the Legendary Adventure Star Trek Soars Onto DVD and Blu-ray Jul 18, 2009
Starring a hot young cast including Chris Pine (Carriers), Zachary Quinto ("Heroes"), Zoe Saldana (Avatar), Karl Urban (The Bourne Supremacy), John Cho (Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle), Anton Yelchin (Terminator Salvation) and Simon Pegg (Shaun of the Dead), the global smash hit also features seasoned actors such as Eric Bana (Munich), Bruce Greenwood (National Treasure: Book of Secrets), Winona Ryder (Girl, Interrupted) and the original Spock himself, Leonard Nimoy. "I cannot wait for fans... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Click to read: Walter Cronkite Dies Jul 18, 2009
CBS Legend Walter Cronkite Dies - CBS Evening News - CBS News. CBS Legend Walter Cronkite Dies. (CBS News)
Del McCoury Band headlines Hampton Beach Bluegrass Festival Jul 16, 2009
The Del McCoury band has been called a national treasure, living legends of bluegrass, going on more than 50 years of performing. Now theyll be part of the inaugural Hampton Beach Bluegrass Festival. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Washington: the hottest living movie studios Jul 13, 2009
"Forrest Gump", "Wedding Crashers", "National Treasure" and even the 1930s classic "Mr Smith Goes to Washington" are just some of the movies that used the Lincoln Memorial as a backdrop, Montgomery told a group of cinema buffs on one of the tours, which On Location Tours launched less than a year ago in Washington. Peter Sellers's "Being There", "All the President's Men" and "Thank you for Smoking" are among more than 120 movies shot at the Capitol, the most popular Washington film location,... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Starz Entertainment to Join Comcast's On Demand Online Trial Jul 10, 2009
Contemporary feature films such as Hancock, Vantage Point, You Dont Mess with the Zohan, Wall-E, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, Step Brothers, National Treasure: Book of Secrets; Pineapple Express, High School Musical 3: Senior Year, Righteous Kill, No Country for Old Men and Enchanted. Starz original series including Crash, Head Case, and Party Down. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Raunchy Humor Propels 'The Hangover... Jul 10, 2009
Starring Bradley Cooper (He's Just Not That Into You), Ed Helms ("The Office"), Justin Bartha (National Treasure) and Zach Galifianakis (What Happens In Vegas), The Hangover begins when Doug (Bartha) heads to Vegas two days before his wedding with his best friends, Phil (Cooper) and Stu (Helms) and his soon-to-be brother-in-law Alan (Galifianakis). The four vow to have a night they'll never forget. (Suite101.com)
Click to read: Jackson Memorial Tickets Turn Golden Jul 7, 2009
Is it in the Constitution that if somebody sings and dances, that he has to be treated like a national treasure. And when he's masturbating 13-year old boys under the sheets, were supposed to ignore that part, right. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Click to read:Jackson Memorial Guests Named; L.A. Braces Jul 7, 2009
Where in the Constitution does it say that if somebody sings and dances, that he has to be treated like a national treasure. And when he's masturbating 13-year old boys under the sheets, were supposed to ignore that part, right. (CBS News)
20 Questions: A patriotic quiz for the holiday weekend Jul 4, 2009
The movie National Treasure suggests that the back of the Declaration of Independence contains some secret writing. What s actually on the back of the document. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Verizon FiOS Celebrates Fourth of July on VOD Jul 3, 2009
The six films are: "American President," "Apollo 13," "Independence Day," "Air Force One," "National Treasure" and "The Patriot.". In addition to enjoying the holiday movies, customers can also enjoy the July 4 fireworks on TV. And by watching the fireworks in HD, customers will feel as though they are seeing them in person. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bizarro blockbusters Jul 3, 2009
The Asylum made "The Da Vinci Treasure" -- the title a clever amalgamation of "Da Vinci Code" and a bigger knock-off, "National Treasure." "High School Musical?" It's OK, but have you seen "Sunday School Musical". So. (FOX59, IN)
Kingston Education Foundation upcoming events Jul 2, 2009
July 18 (The Water Horse) and Aug. 8 (National Treasure). Where do we need the help. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Nigeria: And My Idol Died Jun 28, 2009
We toyed with asking the Ooni of Ife or the Alaafin of Oyo to make him an African Chief and get our government to turn him into our national treasure. That would have been feasible in a land that understood the power of entertainment and tourism. (allAfrica.com)
Intrepid Shines On Silver Screen Jun 16, 2009
Nicolas Cage in Walt Disney Pictures' 2004 film "National Treasure." (Walt Disney Pictures) ... In a in the 2004 film, "National Treasure," Cage's character makes a getaway by jumping from the deck of the aircraft carrier into the Hudson River to continue his search for buried treasure. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Blockbuster plans for cancer Relay For Life this weekend Jun 16, 2009
The movies showing at Relay will include new takes on Braveheart, Angels in the Outfield, National Treasure: Search for a Cure, and a reel family movie complete with popcorn screened in the Relay movie house. We are having fun with Hollywood, but we don t have to look to Hollywood for role models to be our inspiration, said co-chair Annmarie Murphy. (Weymouth News, MA)
