TV Q & A: 'Pope' movie had to change its name Nov 22, 2009
ANSWER: Sounds like "The Pope Must Die," a 1991 comedy with Robbie Coltrane and Paul Bartel that, due to Catholic League outcry, was retitled "The Pope Must Diet" for its release in the U.S.. Q: This is about the Advair commercial on TV. It shows a man breathing easier and there is a giant globe in the background. (Florida Today)
Coltrane dreads end of Potter Oct 14, 2009
Robbie Coltrane has told how he is dreading the end of filming the final Harry Potter movie. Coltrane, who plays Hagrid, believes the last days of filming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows will be as hard on the adult cast as the younger ones. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Infotainment Oct 14, 2009
Robbie Coltrane, the Scottish actor who plays Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter movies, is worried about the looming end of the blockbuster film series - and of the regular income it provides. I think the last few days are gonna be quite tough. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Web of words Sep 16, 2009
One of the patrons of the Samuel Johnson tercentenary celebrations is the actor Robbie Coltrane who, in a famous Blackadder episode is enraged when he realises, after reading Baldrick's "semi-autobiographical" novel, that he has omitted the word "sausage" from his dictionary. It's paradoxical that Coltrane is a Scot given Johnson's famous aversion to the people north of the border. (BBC News -- UK)
The Movie Career of Eric Idle Sep 10, 2009
Between those two performances, he made what was probably his best performance in a leading role, starring alongside Robbie Coltrane in the hit British comedy Nuns on the Run in 1990. The crime caper, which saw inept gangsters Idle and Coltrane hiding out in a Nunnery, proved that Idle could star without his fellow Python s, although it is probably fair to say he has never made a truly classic film without them. (Suite101.com)
"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" Becomes the UK's Highest Grossing Film of the Year Jul 28, 2009
The film also stars Helena Bonham Carter, Jim Broadbent, Robbie Coltrane, Michael Gambon, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, Timothy Spall, David Thewlis, Warwick Davis, Tom Felton, Helen McCrory, Julie Walters and Bonnie Wright. Notes to Editors: - The previous highest grossing movie of 2009 was "Slumdog Millionaire" with a total box office of GBP31,664,346. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Monday's TV: Spooks Jul 20, 2009
Tonight's episode also features actor Robbie Coltrane and seven Osmonds in the glory of their 50th-anniversary comeback. PK. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Movie Review The Tale of Desperea... Jul 19, 2009
And of course such stars as Broderick, Lloyd, Weaver (who narrates), Watson, Hoffman, Ullman and Tucci, as well as Kevin Kline (Andre the Chef), William H. Macy, Robbie Coltrane (Gregory the Jailer), Frank Langella and Charles Shaughnessy, comprise an incredible and well-varied ensemble of vocal talents. Despereaux s Downfall. (Suite101.com)
Movie Review: Harry Potter Half-Blo... Jul 17, 2009
Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane), Peter Pettigrew (Timothy Spall), Tonks (Natalia Tena) and Neville Longbottom (Matthew Lewis) are reduced to walk-on roles, dropped in for fan-service and little more. On the other hand, Bellatrix Lestrange () and werewolf Fenrir Greyback (Dave Legeno) get more on-screen time than they perhaps deserve. (Suite101.com)
Capsule reviews: `Harry Potter' and other films Jul 16, 2009
Along with the splendid visuals, the movie offers stirring support from Alan Rickman, Helena Bonham Carter, Maggie Smith, Robbie Coltrane and other co-stars. PG for scary images, some violence, language and mild sensuality. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
'Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince': Snogwarts, By Kurt Loder Jul 16, 2009
And some of the most beloved Potter characters get only token face time: Professors Lupin (David Thewlis) and McGonagall (Maggie Smith); the imposing Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane); the cranky Filch (David Bradley); and the wily Weasley twins, Fred and George (James and Oliver Phelps). By the time the gloriously spacey Luna Lovegood (Evanna Lynch) pops into a shot wearing some sort of giant lion hat on her head, we're so starved for light-hearted whimsy that we want to hug her (and not let her go). (VHI.com -- Music News)
'Half-Blood Prince' sets record Jul 16, 2009
Among the returning performers: Michael Gambon as Dumbledore, Alan Rickman as Snape, Maggie Smith as McGonagall, Robbie Coltrane as Hagrid and Ralph Fiennes as Voldemort. One addition is Jim Broadbent, who plays Horace Slughorn, a former professor brought back to Hogwarts. (CNN)
Harry Potter mania for latest movie Jul 15, 2009
"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" features returning key characters, including Professor Dumbledore (Michael Gambon), Bellatrix Lestrange (Helena Bonham Carter), Professor Snape (Alan Rickman), Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane), Professor McGonagall (Maggie Smith) and Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton). The film also introduces Professor Horace Slughorn (Jim Broadbent). (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Potter' works its magic again Jul 15, 2009
The core cast is as rock solid as ever, although time for Robbie Coltrane as Hagrid and Rickman, especially, seems truncated. Broadbent, who contorts his face in a wonderfully quirky way, can appear dotty or sycophantic and is an excellent addition. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Review: 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' Jul 14, 2009
MPAA rating: PG (for scary images, some violence, language and mild sensuality) Running time: 2:33 Starring: Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter); Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley); Emma Watson (Hermione Granger); Jim Broadbent (Horace Slughorn); Helena Bonham Carter (Bellatrix Lestrange); Robbie Coltrane (Rubeus Hagrid); Michael Gambon (Albus Dumbledore); Alan Rickman (Severus Snape); Maggie Smith (Minerva McGonagall); Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy) Directed by David Yates; written by Steve Kloves, based on the... (FOX59, IN)
'Half-Blood Prince' review Jul 14, 2009
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Harry Potter Star Tom Felton Casts a Magical Spell on Fans to Unveil Exclusive New Products at Hot Topic Stores Nationwide Jul 12, 2009
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Review: New `Harry Potter' goes to head of class Jul 10, 2009
Others among the returning favorites are Robbie Coltrane as Harry's mountainous ally Hagrid, Maggie Smith as prim Professor McGonagall, Julie Walters as Ron and Ginny's genial mom, Evanna Lynch as ditzy Luna Lovegood, and Helena Bonham Carter, who's a wicked wonder as Bellatrix Lestrange, one of Voldemort's fiercest fanatics. Visual-effects technology definitely have caught up with Rowling's imagination -- and the filmmakers have some rowdy fun with their splendid images. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Radcliffe prefers dating women his age now Jul 9, 2009
Some of the stars wore white ribbons in honor of murdered costar Rob Knox, while just about everyone including Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, Gary Oldman, Helen McCrory, Jim Broadbent, Michael Gambon and Robbie Coltrane took refuge inside the cinema once the skies again threatened to open up. With reviews that read like Valentines from the British movie critics, Half-Blood Prince opens in the U.S. on July 15, and there are two more installments still to come. (MSNBC -- News)
Harry Potter, Depp have summers top picks Jun 30, 2009
Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Jim Broadbent, Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Warwick Davis, Michael Gambon, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith Director: David Yates Story: Lets start with a partial spoiler: A major character loses his life in this one. In Harry Potters (Radcliffe) sixth year at Hogwarts, Voldemort becomes more of a threat. (MSNBC -- Movies)
That Guy From Jurassic Park Would Like To Ask You a Few Questions Jun 26, 2009
D'Onofrio is on the level of Robbie Coltrane in Cracker. Goldblum. (Slate)
Gruffalo to menace Christmas TV Jun 23, 2009
The 30-minute programme will feature the voices of Robbie Coltrane, Helena Bonham Carter and Rob Brydon, and will debut on BBC One in December ... Helena Bonham Carter and Robbie Coltrane will voice the main parts. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Harry Potter Actors to Attend "West End Live" Launch Jun 18, 2009
They are reunited with returning Harry Potter cast members, including Helena Bonham Carter, David Bradley, Robbie Coltrane, Warwick Davis, Tom Felton, Michael Gambon, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, Natalia Tena, Julie Walters and David Thewlis, as well as Evanna Lynch, Matthew Lewis and Bonnie Wright. Two award-winning actors joined the film's all-star cast in their first Harry Potter film. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Brothers Bloom' May 29, 2009
" The character she plays here is not just a fabulously wealthy, beautiful heiress but also an epileptic photographer and self-taught mistress-of-all-trades (juggler, harpist, unicyclist, martial artist). With her disposable Lamborghinis and quirky pauses, she is the cutest ditsy heroine in the world. In supporting roles: Rinko Kikuchi (Oscar-nominated for "Babel") is occasionally funny in her mime role as Bang-Bang, the Bloom sibs' mute sidekick and explosives expert. Robbie Coltrane, who... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
In 'The Brothers Bloom,' a cascade of cute cons doesn't know when to quit May 22, 2009
Robbie Coltrane and Maximilian Schell turn up as accomplices in the con, one invited, the other a party crasher ... Starring: Adrien Brody, Mark Ruffalo, Rachel Weisz, Rinko Kikuchi, Maximilian Schell, Robbie Coltrane. (Boston Globe)
'The Brothers Bloom': Liars In Love, By Kurt Loder May 16, 2009
On a boat to Greece, they encounter an outsized Frenchman named Melville (Robbie Coltrane). Under a stirringly artificial starry-night sky, he whispers to Penelope of Bloomian deceit. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Runs Out Of Scheme May 15, 2009
Other shady characters are portrayed by such notables as Robbie Coltrane and Maximilian Schell. Weisz reveals a heretofore unsuspected gift for slapstick comedy, and there are scattered wonderful moments -- her flamenco dance with Brody is one -- as well as lines such as, "That's my new favorite camel.". (New York Post -- Entertainment)
18 more reasons to skip traditional TV, go DVD Apr 28, 2009
Robbie Coltrane played criminal psychologist Eddie "Fitz" Fitzgerald - who, like Tennison, was plagued by drinking, foul moods and a searing need for justice. Neither suffered fools. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Family: Magic, feisty animals light up kids films Feb 7, 2009
Starring: Matthew Broderick, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrane, Frances Conroy, Tony Hale, Ciaran Hinds, Dustin Hoffman, Kevin Kline Director: Sam Fell, Rob Stevenhagen Story: Based on the Newbery Medal award-winning book by Kate DiCamillo, this film tells the story of three unlikely friends in the Kingdom of Dor. Despereaux (Broderick) is a large-eared mouse whose underground world feels too small; Roscuro (Hoffman) is a big-hearted rat who is tired of being hated just for being a rat; and Pea... (MSNBC -- Movies)
Comedy: Biglaughs from Aniston, Carrey Feb 7, 2009
Starring: Adrien Brody, Rachel Weisz, Mark Ruffalo, Rinko Kikuchi, Robbie Coltrane Director: Rian Johnson Story: Two conmen (Brody, Ruffalo) embark on one last scheme to part an heiress (Weisz) from her fortune, but when they realize how wonderful and eccentric she is, they decide to make her a partner in another scheme instead. One to watch. (MSNBC -- Movies)
