Monthly Archives: March 2008

"Elizabeth" director aglow for "Larklight" – Reuters

Shekhar Kapur, the director behind the "Elizabeth" films starring Cate Blanchett, has signed on to make the period fantasy "Larklight."

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Adam Sandler Breaks Ankle – AP

Adam Sandler may wish he stuck to being “The Waterboy.”

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iW BOT | John Lennon Drama “Chapter 27″ Tops Specialty Chart; “My Brother,” “Alexandra” Debut Strong – indieWIRE

“Chapter 27,” filmmaker J.P. Schaefer’s drama about Mark David Chapman and his days leading to the murder of John Lennon, outdistanced all specialty releases with earnings of $13,910 for Peace Arch Entertainment at New York’s Angelika Film Center. “My Brother … Continue reading

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Woman Arrested Near John Cusack’s Home – AP

A woman who was ordered to stay away from John Cusack has been arrested on suspicion of stalking the actor and violating a restraining order.

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Tidbits: Britney’s dad pushes her back to work

Jamie Spears thinks the best therapy for his daughter is getting her back to a more structured work schedule.

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Film director Dassin dies in Athens aged 96 – Reuters

Jules Dassin, the American who directed the film "Never on Sunday" and was married to the late Greek actress and culture minister Melina Mercouri, died in an Athens hospital after a short illness on Monday aged 96.

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Adam Sandler breaks ankle playing basketball

The 41-year-old actor broke his ankle over the weekend while playing basketball — but still won the game — according to a statement from Sandler’s representative.

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FEATURE – Sebastian Valmont Gets Serious – FilmStew.com

It was less than ten years ago that Ryan Phillipe was pulling the strings in Cruel Intentions, but in light of his recent films, it seems like eons ago.

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Roberto Benigni Ph.D. – FilmStew.com

When Italian dynamo Roberto Benigni heads to the University of Malta to accept an honorary degree as a Doctor of Literature, he will take time to continue his celebration of poet Dante Alighieri.

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FATBOY Fricassee – FilmStew.com

A fry-up of American, British and Irish comedy sensibilities that will have no trouble satisfying mainstream movie appetites.

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