interview with Cormac McCarthy Nov 17, 2009
WSJ: "All the Pretty Horses" was also turned into a film [starring Matt Damon and Penelope Cruz. Were you happy with the way it came out. (Harper's Magazine)
Braves could add to roster by Friday Nov 17, 2009
Did we mention Penelope Cruz has a new movie coming out. Called "Nine." I told you this blog would get exciting. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Is the NSA spying on U.S. Internet traffic? Nov 14, 2009
The Spanish director on his delirious new movie-movie with Penelope Cruz, and how the New York Dolls fought Franco Andrew O'Hehir. Critics decry the healthcare bill as fiscally irresponsible. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Hollywood gets in the holiday spirit Nov 12, 2009
It's the story of a filmmaker (Daniel Day-Lewis) and his many, many women: His wife (Marion Cotillard), his mistress (Penelope Cruz), his mom (Sophia Loren), his film star (Nicole Kidman), his costume designer (Judi Dench), a lover from his youth (Stacy Ferguson), and a fashion journalist (Kate Hudson). (2 of 3). (The Clarion-Ledger)
Untested Rape Kits Lead to More Crimes Nov 11, 2009
CBS News Investigates. NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2009. (CBS News)
Celebs don't need pants Nov 11, 2009
Penelope Cruz makes it a point that she looks hot, with or without pants. The actress falunts her style with attitude and grace. (India Times, India)
A Spanish love story Nov 7, 2009
More recently, Penelope Cruz so adored her native city that she shunned Hollywood outpost to be based here. permanently. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Steve Martin, Alec Baldwin To Co-Host Oscars Nov 5, 2009
Penelope Cruz (Best Supporting Actress). Dustin Lance Black ('Milk' Best Originial Screenplay Writer). (Click2Houston, TX)
Scrooge Rings in Holiday Movie Season Nov 4, 2009
It's the story of a filmmaker (Daniel Day-Lewis) and his many, many women: His wife (Marion Cotillard), his mistress (Penelope Cruz), his mom (Sophia Loren), his film star (Nicole Kidman), his costume designer (Judi Dench), a lover from his youth (Stacy Ferguson), and a fashion journalist (Kate Hudson). Singing in a recording studio was a new challenge for some of the cast, including Cruz. (CBS News)
Carrey's Scrooge Rings In Hollywood Holiday Spirit Nov 3, 2009
" It's the story of a filmmaker (Daniel Day-Lewis) and his many, many women: His wife (Marion Cotillard), his mistress (Penelope Cruz), his mom (Sophia Loren), his film star (Nicole Kidman), his costume designer (Judi Dench), a lover from his youth (Stacy Ferguson), and a fashion journalist (Kate Hudson). Singing in a recording studio was a new challenge for some of the cast, including Cruz. "You feel very vulnerable, because you can't hide anything," Cruz said at this year's Cannes Film... (KIRO TV, WA)
Matthew Casey: The immunity of fame Nov 1, 2009
Signatories include Martin Scorcese, Adrien Brody, Penelope Cruz, Jonathan Demme, David Lynch and Woody Allen. Actress Debra Winger, president of the Zurich Film Festival jury, criticized the philistine nature of Polanski s arrest, and said his legal problems stem from a three decade old case that is all but dead, except for a minor technicality. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Polanski Loses Swiss Freedom Appeal Oct 21, 2009
I am BOYCOTTING all those celebrities that defended this child rapist, Penelope Cruz, Harvey Weinstein, etc. I am not boycotting Whoopi, she was just trying to explain a situation. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Judge refuses to block Chris Rock film Oct 20, 2009
Penelope Cruz stars in this new film by Pedro Almodovar about a sick man trying to remember the one true love of his life. . (MSNBC -- News)
Key winners at Cannes, Berlin festivals compete for foreign-language honors at Oscars Oct 16, 2009
Spain chose Fernando Trueba's "The Dancer and the Thief" as its Oscar entry over Almodovar's "Broken Embraces," which co-stars last year's supporting-actress winner Penelope Cruz. Nominations for the 82nd Academy Awards come out Feb. 2. (FOX61, CT)
Penelope Cruz's Sex-capade Oct 15, 2009
Penelope Cruz in Sex sequel cameo - Film - Entertainment - theage ... Penelope Cruz in Sex sequel cameo ... Penelope Cruz has filmed a cameo appearance for the Sex and the City sequel. (The Age, Australia)
Penelope Cruz's ring fuels engagement rumors Oct 14, 2009
The sparkling ring Penelope Cruz wore to closing night of the New York Film Festival on Sunday sparked more talk about the actress' rumored engagement to Spanish actor Javier Bardem, People. com reports. (FOX59, IN)
Tidbits: Jamie Foxx has no sympathy for Polanski Oct 13, 2009
Pamela Anderson and Penelope Cruz walk the red carpet, Lady Gaga makes a stand, Kevin Costner takes the stage and more. She plays the part of an aging cougar in the upcoming film Satisfaction, but 51-year-old star Sharon Stone isnt comfortable with the catchy c-word. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Fall Film Releases 2009 Oct 9, 2009
Starring: Penelope Cruz, Marion Cotillard, Sophia Loren, Nicole Kidman and Judi Dench. Dec. 4. (Carroll County Times, MD)
No bail for Polanski Oct 7, 2009
Spanish actress Penelope Cruz and Adrien Brody, the US actor who starred in Polanski's Oscar-winning "The Pianist," are the latest in a list of some 700 cinema luminaries who have signed a petition calling for his release. Swiss authorities said they have no option but to allow the courts to decide independently on the recently renewed US request, even though Polanski has reportedly travelled to the country before. (iAfrica.com)
Hollywood rallies as Polanski bail decision looms Oct 6, 2009
Spanish actress Penelope Cruz and Adrien Brody, the US actor who starred in Polanski's Oscar-winning "The Pianist," are among over 700 cinema luminaries to have signed a petition calling for his release ... His is one of 12 stars on the walk of fame dedicated to giants of the film world, including some who have petitioned for Polanski's release, such as Woody Allen and Penelope Cruz. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Penelope, Javier engaged? Oct 6, 2009
Penelope Cruz is engaged. The 35-year-old actress and her Spanish actor boyfriend Javier Bardem have told friends they are planning to tie the knot in the near future. (iAfrica.com)
Cruz, Bardem reportedly set to tie the knot Oct 6, 2009
Penelope Cruz's new film Nine hits theaters on November 25 ... LOS ANGELES - Oscar darlings Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem are reportedly engaged. (MSNBC -- News)
Precious film at NYFF Oct 5, 2009
He and his star and muse, Penelope Cruz, will be at the screening ... He and his star and muse, Penelope Cruz, will be at the screening. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Oscar Watch: George Clooney, The Coen Brothers And More Oct 3, 2009
This old-fashioned melodrama, which once again pairs the director with his longtime muse, Penelope Cruz, is a modern-day film noir about a blind writer. Although it's always harder for a foreign film to get many nominations, this one has a better shot than any. (VHI.com -- Music News)
LA prosecutor hits back at Polanski criticism Oct 2, 2009
His arrest drew an angry response from officials in France and Poland and was criticised in a petition signed by Martin Scorsese, Woody Allen, Penelope Cruz and other mostly European film-makers. Cooley also took issue with a comment made by famed producer Harvey Weinstein, who referred to Polanski's offences as a "so-called crime.". (Yahoo! Asia News)
Regard for his art, disdain for his act Oct 1, 2009
A petition was immediately organized calling for his release, signed by prominent fellow directors including Woody Allen, Martin Scorsese, Darren Aronofsky, Terry Gilliam, Jonathan Demme, Ethan Coen and David Lynch, as well as actresses Penelope Cruz and Tilda Swinton. Roman Polanski. (MSNBC -- News)
Across the Web, regard for Polanski the artist clashes with disdain for the man and his act Oct 1, 2009
Meanwhile, the director of "Rosemary's Baby," ''Chinatown" and "The Pianist," which won him a best director Oscar, is in jail, arrested just as he arrived in Zurich to be honored at a film festival a development that stunned his colleagues. A petition was immediately organized calling for his release, signed by prominent fellow directors including Woody Allen, Martin Scorsese, Darren Aronofsky, Terry Gilliam, Jonathan Demme, Ethan Coen and David Lynch, as well as actresses Penelope Cruz and... (FOX61, CT)
Fest of the world Sep 24, 2009
It closes Oct. 11 with Pedro Almod;var s Broken Embraces, the story of a blind playwright, featuring Penelope Cruz ... It closes Oct. 11 with Pedro Almod;var s Broken Embraces, the story of a blind playwright, featuring Penelope Cruz ... Penelope Cruz in Broken Embraces. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Bardot and Loren still sex goddesses at 75... Sep 21, 2009
Only three years ago, Loren, then 72, posed semi-nude on a white bed for the 2007 edition of the racy Pirelli calendar -- sharing months with the Spanish actress Penelope Cruz and other much younger celebrities. The voluptuous Loren, who still sports plunging necklines, said at the time she was thrilled by the experience. (The Drudge Report)
Toronto Film Festival: Oscar Buzz Begins Sep 20, 2009
" Damon shared a Best Original Screenplay Academy Award for the 1997 "Good Will Hunting," but has never been nominated for an acting Oscar. Among other notable films playing at Toronto - many making their North American debuts - are: Terry Gilliam's fantasy "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus" (the final film of Heath Ledger, who died during production, and whose role was complete by Johnny Depp, Jude Law and Colin Ferrell); Pedro Almodovar's "Broken Embraces" starring Penelope Cruz; "Get... (CBS News)
John Leguizamo, Penelope Cruz win ALMA Awards Sep 19, 2009
Penelope Cruz won the film actress award for "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" while "Twilight" makeup artist Jeanne Van Phue and hair stylist Mary Ann Valdes picked up awards for their behind-the-scenes work. David Archuleta and Pitbull won prizes in the music category during the ceremony at UCLA's Royce Hall. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Fall 2009 movie preview Sep 18, 2009
And the musical "Nine" has so many previous winners (from Sophia Loren to Penelope Cruz), it's easier to guess who won't be nominated ... Broken Embraces -- Penelope Cruz and director Pedro Almodovar reteam for this drama about an actress and a filmmaker ... Among the females: Penelope Cruz, Marion Cotillard, Nicole Kidman, Sophia Loren and Judi Dench -- Oscar winners all. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Clooney, Romero dazzle at film festival Sep 14, 2009
Kris Kristofferson greeted fans outside the Intercontinental Hotel, while inside in the restaurant Penelope Cruz entertained a table of 10 reporters and then gave up her seat to "Broken Embraces" co-star Lluis Homar, who brought a translator along to help him through the few rough spots. Yards away, Alfred Molina, Peter Sarsgaard and Dominic Cooper made selective rounds for their movies. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
34th Toronto International Film Festival opens Sep 12, 2009
Spanish actress Penelope Cruz arrives for the screening of "Broken Embraces" during the 34th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in Toronto, Canada, Sept. 10, 2009. The 34th TIFF opened here on Thursday. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fall Movie Preview: Studios save best films for fall Sep 11, 2009
"Nine" (not yet rated): Rob Marshall directs six Oscar winners -- Daniel Day-Lewis, Marion Cotillard, Penelope Cruz, Judi Dench, Nicole Kidman and Sophia Loren -- in a film based on the Broadway musical. Kind of a lot of star power there. (Florida Today)
Fox rocks flicks fest Sep 11, 2009
Penelope Cruz plays a rich man's mistress who talks him into bankrolling a movie whose director she falls in love with ... Penelope Cruz plays a rich man's mistress who talks him into bankrolling a movie whose director she falls in love with. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
A filmmaking 'Education' Sep 10, 2009
Others set to join him include George Clooney, Megan Fox, Penelope Cruz, Nicolas Cage, Matt Damon, Colin Farrell, Bill Murray, Drew Barrymore, Demi Moore, Michael Cera, Viggo Mortensen, Clive Owen, Michael Caine, Edward Norton and Jennifer Connelly ... Others set to join him include George Clooney, Megan Fox, Penelope Cruz, Nicolas Cage, Matt Damon, Colin Farrell, Bill Murray, Drew Barrymore, Demi Moore, Michael Cera, Viggo Mortensen, Clive Owen, Michael Caine, Edward Norton and Jennifer... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
/C O R R E C T I O N -- Vh1/ Sep 3, 2009
Attending the show in 2008 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)
Vampires, Toys Take To The Screen This Fall Aug 31, 2009
" ___ SINGERS AND DANCERS: Michael Jackson's 50-night concert stand in London never came to pass. But rehearsal footage for his comeback shows offer what's sure to be one of the biggest music documentaries ever as "Michael Jackson: This Is It" hits theaters for a limited two-week run. "Chicago" director Rob Marshall presents his next movie musical with "Nine," featuring Nicole Kidman, Daniel Day-Lewis, Penelope Cruz, Kate Hudson, Marion Cotillard, Judi Dench and Sophia Loren in an adaptation of... (Click2Houston, TX)
Soprano family values Aug 31, 2009
Check out what Penelope Cruz and other celebs are soling around with. A man feeds a green iguana on display at an exotic animal exhibition. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Broken embraces Aug 26, 2009
Actress Penelope Cruz returns as the Spaniard's leading lady after her gritty performance in 2006 film Volver, which gained her an Academy Award nomination. In a complicated narrative of entwined relationships, she plays Lena, who becomes an actress worshipped by director Mateo Blanco. (BBC News -- Europe)
Puasa Offer at GSC Cinemas Aug 25, 2009
Tapped for the "G-Force" are guinea pigs Darwin (Sam Rockwell), the squad leader determined to succeed at all costs; Blaster (Tracy Morgan), an outrageous weapons expert with tons of attitude and a love for all things extreme; and Juarez (Penelope Cruz), a sexy martial arts pro; plus the literal fly-on-the-wall reconnaissance expert, Mooch and a star-nosed mole, Speckles (Nicolas Cage), the computer and information specialist. Notti (Sept 20) Notti, a lonely female genie is sent for imprisonment... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Looks don't bother Cruz Aug 24, 2009
Penelope Cruz doesn't care about her looks. The 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' star who won the Best Supporting Actress gong for the Woody Allen comedy is dedicated to her art and doesn't care what she looks like on screen if an unattractive appearance is crucial to her character. (iAfrica.com)
Cruz on her acting insecurities Aug 24, 2009
Hollywood star Penelope Cruz talks to BBC Breakfast's Charlie Stayt about the challenges of playing an actress in her latest film, Broken Embraces. It is Spanish director Pedro Almodovar's 17th production and is about the nature of love and relationships. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Runway champ wants Kidman to wear dress Aug 22, 2009
In a video message, Kidman asked them to create a red carpet-ready look for the upcoming premiere of her film Nine, which also stars Penelope Cruz, Marion Cotillard and Kate Hudson. She didnt say whod wear the chosen dress. (MSNBC -- News)
Rani, Priyanka.. & Playboy Aug 22, 2009
Other big names are Nicolas Cage, Sir Ridley Scott, Drew Barrymore, Kevin Spacey, Michael Douglas, Penelope Cruz and Keanu Reeves. Apart from Gowariker, Anurag Singh, Priyanka Chopra, Baweja, Rani Mukherjee, and Lisa Ray, the guest list also includes actor Abhay Deol, filmmaker Buddhadeb Dasgupta, Deepa Mehta's brother Dilip Mehta, and documentary maker Vikram Jayanti. (India Times, India)
* OTHER RELEASES Aug 21, 2009
Screening in 3D in selected theaters, and featuring the voices of Nicolas Cage, Penelope Cruz and Steve Buscemi. Coco Before Chanel. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
THE 'ANTICHRIST' COMETH Aug 17, 2009
Almodovar's muse, Penelope Cruz, stars. The "centerpiece" selection is another hot-button item, Lee Daniels' "Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire," the story of a distressed 16-year-old girl (played by newcomer Gabourey Sidibe). (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Katzenberg: 3-D TVs will spur sales of DVDs Aug 13, 2009
Actors providing voices include Sam Rockwell, Tracy Morgan, and Penelope Cruz. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Ugly Truth charms UK cinema-goers Aug 12, 2009
The film is about a trio of animated secret agent guinea pigs, voiced by Penelope Cruz, Sam Rockwell and 30 Rock star Tracy Morgan. Sandra Bullock's The Proposal fell one place to number five, followed by action thriller The Taking Of Pelham 123 at six, and animation Ice Age: Dawn Of The Dinosaurs at seven. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Sexy Cruz sparks desire Aug 11, 2009
Penelope Cruz caused "sexual desire" in the gay director of 'Broken Embraces. Pedro Almodovar admitted that despite his sexuality he was intensely attracted to his muse, Penelope, when making his latest film - a concept he included in the plot. (iAfrica.com)
Braves have big four-gamer in L.A. Aug 7, 2009
It seems you recently started putting star s photos in your blog (kudos to the Penelope Cruz photo by the way). Great Braves talk and humor in the same column/ blog. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Penelope Cruz pregnant with Javier Bardem's baby: report Aug 6, 2009
Javier Bardem and Penelope Cruz in a scene from Vicky Cristina Barcelona ... Penelope Cruz is reportedly pregnant. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Penelope Cruz pregnant? Aug 6, 2009
Penelope Cruz pregnant ... Penelope Cruz is reportedly pregnant. (iAfrica.com)
What's Playing Aug 6, 2009
Voices supplied by Sam Rockwell, Tracy Morgan, Penelope Cruz and Nicolas Cage. (via Rotten Tomatoes) 90 min. PG. Beechwood: 5:05, 7:15 and 9:25 p.m. daily starting Friday, with additional shows at 12:45 and 2:55 p.m. Friday-Sunday; Carmike: 12:20, 2:35, 4:50, 7:05 and 9:20 p.m. daily starting Friday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
08/04: Nicollette Sheridan, Britney Spears, Cindy Crawford... > Aug 5, 2009
1 of 20 Penelope Cruz heats up Berlin to promote her latest movie "Broken Embraces.". More Galleries. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Infotainment Aug 5, 2009
Penelope Cruz Berlin: Spanish actress Penelope Cruz signs autographs as she arrives at the German premiere of the film Broken Embraces. reuters. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Braves need to snap out of it, or else Aug 5, 2009
At times like these, random photos of Penelope Cruz can help ... At times like these, random photos of Penelope Cruz can help. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
German premiere of film "Broken Embraces" in Berlin Aug 4, 2009
Spanish actress Penelope Cruz signs autographs as she arrives at the German premiere of the film "Broken Embraces" in Berlin, August 3, 2009. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Best Latino sensations Aug 3, 2009
Penelope Cruz: A Golden Globe- and Academy Award-nominated Spanish actress, Penelope Cruz is originally a dancer. She soon moved into Spanish TV and since then she has appeared in a string of films in Spanish, English, French and Italian. (India Times, India)
Bill Nighy Interview Aug 2, 2009
I knew some of the people that were involved - , , Penelope Cruz and Sam Rockwell doing the voices ... Nighy: Well Penelope Cruz - come on. (IGN FilmForce)
Penelope makes fashion faux pas on red carpet Aug 2, 2009
Penelope Cruz makes fashion faux pas on red carpet_English_Xinhua. Penelope Cruz makes fashion faux pas on red carpet ... Spanish actress Penelope Cruz arrives for the British premiere of the film "Broken Embraces" at the opening night of Film4 Summer Screen at Somerset House in London July 30, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Penelope Cruz at premiere of "Broken Embraces" Aug 1, 2009
Penelope Cruz at premiere of "Broken Embraces" at Somerset House in London (2) ... Penelope Cruz at premiere of "Broken Embraces" at Somerset House in London (2) ... Spanish actress Penelope Cruz arrives for the British premiere of the film "Broken Embraces" at the opening night of Film4 Summer Screen at Somerset House in London July 30, 2009. (People's Daily Online, China)
Christina Aguilera Becomes a DJ Aug 1, 2009
Penelope Cruz in London, Matt Damon and Ice Cube on tour; plus former "Dancing" stars. Stories. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Penelope Cruz loses bags Aug 1, 2009
Penelope Cruz lost her suitcase on her way to London. The actress had to wear a stunning red Bottega Veneta trouser suit to the UK premiere of her latest movie 'Broken Embraces' after her baggage, which had been placed in the hold on the flight from Madrid, disappeared. (iAfrica.com)
