Stars Hollow

Kristen Bell & Sloths - it doesn't get any better

2012-02-01T13:41:00.000+11:00

I defy you not to smile yourself silly while watching Kristen - I think I have watched it a dozen times and I still tear up at the end....

Matthew sold out, but it's fun!

2012-02-01T12:51:00.000+11:00

Young Adult - film review

2012-01-31T22:29:00.003+11:00

You know that warm fuzzy feeling you got after watching Juno, the previous film from writer Diablo Cody and director Jason Reitman, well, don't expect that when you watch YOUNG ADULT.

This film is not pretending to be a Disney happy ending, feelgood film, and in fact, Charlize Theron's self absorbed Mavis is barely likable throughout the film. However, the story does deliver in a darkly comedic way. Mavis, although mostly despicable, is absolutely absorbing. Viewers will recognise traits in her character in others they have known through their lives. Her character, a writer of teen literature, returns to her small hometown to relive her glory days and attempts to reclaim her happily married high school sweetheart.

My concerns were mainly selfish also, would I relate too well with the Mavis character and her attempts at prolonging adolescence? Similar age group, loves young adult fiction (wannabe writer of it right here!), can't let go of the past (remember I was the one that went to see Vengaboys last week!!), still have a crush on my high school boyfriend etc and then while I was watching the film there were another couple of alarming similarities, like her love of diet coke and the golf she drove in the 90's (same as me!) Anyway, don't think I will spend too much time dwelling on all of that........

Patton Oswalt, who plays Matt, a character also stuck in a not so happy life dwelling on his high school days but for very different reasons, was great in this role. He is a character that deserves our sympathy and we wish more for him than we know he will end up receiving.

And special mention to Patrick Wilson, who mostly always plays the nice guy, does it well and is a bit of a spunk. (check out his new tv series on Ch 10 'A Gifted Man' it's not too bad)

so, will you like this film? It's bleak but there are laugh out loud moments and it is a great study of human behaviour. So, if you don't need to be uplifted, and you like your films a little dark, then I think this could be for you.

House of Lies

2012-01-31T11:00:00.000+11:00

I can watch Kristen Bell for hours on end so this morning I have been entertaining myself with webisodes of her new show - 'House of Lies'. It's a show I am greatly looking forward to and wouldn't you know it - there is another brilliant Australian in the cast. The very funny Josh Lawson plays Doug, along with Kristen, Don Cheadle and Ben Schwartz.

Just loving this shot..

2012-01-31T00:04:00.002+11:00

One of my SAG faves....

2012-01-30T23:59:00.002+11:00

And Rose Byrne...not sure if she is really brave or really stupid. For me, I think that it is the hair that doesn't suit her....

SAG AWARDS 2012 - the winners

2012-01-30T23:44:00.000+11:00

Outstanding Performance By A Male Actor In A Supporting Role
Nick Nolte, Warrior
Kenneth Branagh, My Week With Marilyn
Armie Hammer, J. Edgar
Jonah Hill, Moneyball
*WINNER Christopher Plummer, Beginners

Outstanding Performance By A Female Actor In A Supporting Role
*WINNER Octavia Spencer, The Help
Berenice Bejo, The Artist
Jessica Chastain, The Help
Melissa McCarthy, Bridesmaids
Janet McTeer, Albert Nobbs

Outstanding Performance By A Male Actor In A Comedy Series
*WINNER Alec Baldwin, 30 Rock
Ty Burrell, Modern Family
Steve Carell, The Office
Jon Cryer, Two and a Half Men
Eric Stonestreet, Modern Family

Outstanding Performance By A Female Actor In A Comedy Series
Julie Bowen, Modern Family
Edie Falco, Nurse Jackie
Tina Fey, 30 Rock
Sofia Vergara, Modern Family
*WINNER Betty White, Hot In Cleveland

Outstanding Performance By An Ensemble In A Comedy Series
30 Rock
The Big Bang Theory
Glee
*WINNER Modern Family
The Office

Outstanding Performance By A Female Actor In A Television Movie Or Miniseries
Diane Lane, Cinema Verite
Maggie Smith, Downton Abbey
Emily Watson, Appropriate Adult
Betty White, The Lost Valentine
*WINNER Kate Winslet, Mildred Pierce

Outstanding Performance By A Male Actor In A Television Movie Or Miniseries
Laurence Fishburne, Thurgood
*WINNER Paul Giamatti, Too Big to Fail
Greg Kinnear, The Kennedys
Guy Pearce, Mildred Pierce
James Woods, Too Big to Fail

Outstanding Performance By A Female Actor In A Drama Series
Kathy Bates, Harry’s Law
Glenn Close, Damages
*WINNER Jessica Lange, American Horror Story
Julianna Margules, The Good Wife
Kyra Sedgwick, The Closer

Outstanding Performance By A Male Actor In A Drama Series
Patrick J. Adams, Suits
*WINNER Steve Buscemi, Boardwalk Empire
Kyle Chandler, Friday Night Lights
Bryan Cranston, Breaking Bad
Michael C. Hall, Dexter

Outstanding Performance By An Ensemble In A Drama Series
*WINNER Boardwalk Empire
Breaking Bad
Dexter
Game of Thrones
The Good Wife

Outstanding Performance By A Male Actor In A Leading Role
George Clooney, The Descendants
Demian Bichir, A Better Life
Leonardo DiCaprio, J. Edgar
*WINNER Jean Dujardin, The Artist
Brad Pitt, Moneyball

Outstanding Performance By A Female Actor In A Leading Role
Michelle Williams, My Week With Marilyn
Glenn Close, Albert Nobbs
*WINNER Viola Davis, The Help
Meryl Streep, The Iron Lady
Tilda Swinton, We Need to Talk About Kevin

Outstanding Performance By A Cast In A Motion Picture
Bridesmaids
The Artist
The Descendants
*WINNER The Help
Midnight in Paris

Outstanding Performance By A Stunt Ensemble In A Motion Picture
The Adjustment Bureau
Cowboys & Aliens
*WINNER Harry Potter and the Deahtly Hallows: Part II
Transformers: Dark of the Moon
X-Men: First Class

Outstanding Performance By A Stunt Ensemble In A Television Series
Dexter
*WINNER Game of Thrones
Southland
Spartacus: Gods of the Arena
True Blood

While we are at it

2012-01-30T23:15:00.002+11:00

Here is Kit Harington, from GAME OF THRONES, at the SAG AWARDS held earlier today in LA.

GAME OF THRONES teaser for season 2

2012-01-30T23:12:00.000+11:00

Missed opportunity

2012-01-30T00:20:00.004+11:00

You may or may not know, but Colin Farrell heads up my DF list. I am a sad lady this evening after just having learned that I have missed a massive opportunity. I might be late to hear this news, but it doesn't make it any easier to digest. Colin Farrell lived in australia for 2 years in the mid 90's. Two whole freaking years, young and available......................aaaaaaarrrrggghhhhhhh

From the PAPERBOY set yesterday

2012-01-29T12:29:00.001+11:00

Just taking a moment people.........Wow, he is growing up nicely!!!

February 21st....Lock it in

2012-01-29T01:08:00.004+11:00

Our friend Ellen, will interview Zac and Taylor Swift together on February 21st. Should be able to get to the bottom of those dating rumours for us.

Gos in Bangers

2012-01-28T23:16:00.003+11:00

As we know, Ryan is currently in Bangkok preparing to shoot his next film with Nicolas Winding Refn, his Danish DRIVE director, and here he is at a local film festival. Looking mighty fine, may I add.

Says it all really........

2012-01-28T15:37:00.000+11:00

Joseph Sings 'Hey Jude'

2012-01-28T09:25:00.000+11:00

We love a bit of J.G.L. and even more so when he is singing! Here is some footage fresh from the Sundance Film Festival of Joseph Gordon Levitt singing the Beatles 'Hey Jude' . Enjoy.

LOCKOUT

2012-01-27T12:13:00.000+11:00

While we're talking about gifted Australians flying the flag - Check out the trailer for the sci-fi/action movie ‘Lockout’, which stars Guy Pearce as a condemned man sent to rescue the president’s daughter from an overrun space prison.

Guy stars in the film as a man wrongly convicted of conspiracy and espionage, who is offered his freedom in exchange for a big task: break into an orbital prison that has been overrun by inmates, in order to rescue the president’s daughter (Maggie Grace) sounds like a good old school action movie to me..

For Gossip Girl fans.......

2012-01-26T23:38:00.001+11:00

Fun trailer for 100th ep...

'Wish You Were Here' Impresses At Sundance

2012-01-26T21:10:00.000+11:00

The Sundance Film Festival is in full swing, with lots of celebrities making the trip to Park City, Utah, to promote their independent movies. There is no shortage of Australian talent on display either with Joel Edgerton and Teresa Palmer opening the event with their movie 'Wish You Were Here'. This film is a psycological drama starring Joel, Teresa and Felicity Price and Antony Starr.

Four friends lose themselves in the fun of a carefree South East Asian holiday.
Only three return home.
Who amongst them knows what happened
on that fateful night when they were
dancing under a full moon in Cambodia?

The reviews have been fantastic and I'm sure it won't be long before this independent film has found itself a distributor.

Get Well Demi

2012-01-26T09:47:00.000+11:00

No one comes out of a marriage break up unscathed and unfortunately this is true for Demi Moore.
Demi was rushed to hospital in LA on Monday night. Demi's people say she is staying at the hospital to seek "further professional assistance" to treat exhaustion and deal with substance abuse issues. Our best wishes go to Demi with hopes that she is back on track soon.

this is DEFINITELY a reason to see THE VOW

2012-01-25T12:56:00.001+11:00

Oscar noms

2012-01-25T00:54:00.001+11:00

Best Supporting Actress
Berenice Bejo – The Artist
Jessica Chastain – The Help
Melissa McCarthy – Bridesmaids
Janet McTeer – Albert Nobbs
Octavia Spencer – The Help

Best Supporting Actor
Kenneth Branagh – My Week with Marilyn
Jonah Hill – Moneyball
Nick Nolte – Warrior
Christopher Plummer - Beginners
Max Von Sydow - Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

Best Actress
Glenn Close – Albert Nobbs
Viola Davis – The Help
Rooney Mara – The Girl with The Dragon Tattoo
Meryl Streep – The Iron Lady
Michelle Williams – My Week with Marilyn

Best Actor
Demian Bichir - A Better Life
George Clooney – The Descendants
Jean Dujardin – The Artist
Gary Oldman – Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
Brad Pitt – Moneyball

Best Director
Michel Hazanavicius
Alexander Payne
Martin Scorsese
Woody Allen
Terrence Malick

Best Original Screenplay
Michel Hazanavicius – The Artist
Annie Mumolo & Kristen Wiig – Bridesmaids
J.C. Chandor - Margin Call
Woody Allen – Midnight in Paris
Asghar Farhadi - A Separation

Best Adapted Screenplay
The Descendants
Hugo
The Ides of March
Moneyball
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Foreign Language Film
Bullhead
Footnote
In Darkness
Monsieur Lazhar
A Separation

Animated
A Cat in Paris
Chico & Rita
Kung Fu Panda 2
Puss in Boots
Rango

Best Picture
War Horse
The Artist
Moneyball
The Descendants
The Tree of Life
Midnight in Paris
The Help
Hugo
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

No Ryan...

2012-01-25T00:41:00.001+11:00

I'm just watching the live feed of the Oscar nominations......and sadly looks as though there will be no Ryan in a tux this year.........so sad

BEFORE SUNSET sequel

2012-01-24T00:37:00.003+11:00

From the mouth of Ethan Hawke..........

"All of three of us [Hawke, Delpy, and director Richard Linklater] have been having similar feelings that we’re ready to revisit those characters. There’s nine years between the first two movies and, if we made the film next summer, it would be nine years again, so we’re really started thinking that would be a good thing to do. We’re going to try write it this year.”

Excited......

David Wooderson makes a return.....

2012-01-22T23:19:00.001+11:00

VENGABOYS review

2012-01-22T23:04:00.005+11:00

We went, because we thought it might be a little bit of fun, but we were very wrong......it was a whole lot of fun! And you all thought we were stuck in the 80's! We were rocking the 90's on wednesday night at the Corner Hotel.

The night started with a DJ who played in-between sets pumping out tracks like Dr Jones, Mr Vain, What is Love, and many other songs whose names have momentarily left my brain, but at the time, I knew every single word, as did the rest of the crowd. Next up, THE HERBS, a Spice Girls cover band. Not just a few chicks dressed up as Baby and Sporty etc, but blokes with cool twists on Spice Girls originals. Lots of fun!

AND THEN, we were hit by the Venga bus. Seriously felt like we were hit. The crowd went nuts, not one person in the place was still. Every person knew all the words and were dancing to hits like BOOM BOOM BOOM, the Venga Bus, We Like to Party, etc. The costumes and dance moves onstage were amazing and they were hilarious with their strictly cheesy sleazy eurotrash vibes!

So I am aware that some of you may have mocked prior to this concert, but we had the last laugh. An absolutely ripper night. Who's up for AQUA????

THE DESCENDANTS - review

2012-01-22T00:35:00.005+11:00

I've been meaning to review this for awhile, and the reason is not because I didn't like this film, in fact, I loved it. In perfect Alexander Payne form, it is a slow drama revealing real people with real emotions. George Clooney leads a great cast but admittedly, he is the star here. George as an actor for me, never feels to be acting. I am not sure whether this is his acting or just that the roles he chooses don't require him to be anything more than who he is in real life, having said this, he is so mesmerising in this role, that you could never even contemplate another actor taking it on.

The story revolves around George's character,Matt, who is coming to terms with his wife having just had a life threatening injury, being left to look after two daughters that he admits he has only ever been a part time parent too, and then finding out that his wife was having an affair prior to her accident. (this is not spoiling the story for you) The rest of the film negotiates its way across Hawaii and Matt's emotions as he tackles everything that life throws at him. Special mention to Shailene Woodley, who plays Matt's teenage daughter. This is a lady we will need to watch in the future, she is beautiful and brilliant
In this film, even Hawaii has its moments of struggling to be the beautiful paradise we all expect it to be. George Clooney has just one a Golden Globe for this film, and the film actually won best film also, so expect more award fun for this film. If you are a fan of Alexander's previous work like SIDEWAYS and ABOUT SCHMIDT, then you will have already seen this film, if not, why not. This is a lovely, emotional, funny, ripper of a film. I know of people that have not liked it, but I feel confident that Hollow friends will really love this one. Even if you go to feel some love for George, Have you been finding him a little full of himself, smug, etc, just watch this and you will feel the love again. Vulnerable, emotional George is a delight.

Saturday night DJ

2012-01-22T00:21:00.001+11:00

It's been awhile.....ELECTRIC PANDAS

WHAT? More divorce news

2012-01-22T00:10:00.002+11:00

Seal and heidi Klum are to divorce! I kind of thought they were cheesy enough to stay together forever, I'm a bit sad. Maybe they just got married one too many times! Seal will now be footloose and fancy free for his time in Australia!!

Another new acquaintance

2012-01-21T01:28:00.002+11:00

Two words...MAGIC MIKE. This film will deliver my friends. It may do so in the cheesiest, nastiest way, but it will deliver! Please start to acquaint yourselves with Matt Bomer. No doubt, there will be more info on this one to come!

Sounds interesting

2012-01-21T01:14:00.000+11:00

Erotic tale The Grandmothers, boasting an all-star cast, will start filming in Sydney next month.

The somewhat-risqué drama, based on a short story of the same name by British author Doris Lessing, will star Naomi Watts (King Kong) and Robin Wright (Beowulf) who are two lifelong friends who fall in love with each other’s teenage sons.

The two sons will be played by The Twilight Saga's Xavier Samuel and Animal Kingdom’s James Frecheville.

Public notice to Penn Badgley

2012-01-20T23:03:00.002+11:00

Penn Badgley you are not cool enough to pull off Zoe Kravitz as a girlfriend. Just thought I should let you know...save the heartbreak later!

I want to go on a holiday like this

2012-01-20T22:57:00.003+11:00

Firstly, why didn't I know that Matt Damon and Chris Hemsworth are mates? Did I know and it slipped my mind? Surely this is something people like me remember. I mean, they are good mates. They are on holidays together, on boats and playing on inflatable slides. They have seen each other in bathers. These people are pretty good buddies. HOW DID I NOT KNOW THIS?

Secondly, I just want to be on that holiday. Like REALLY want to be on that holiday!!!!

That is all!

Rachel Bilson Raps!

2012-01-20T12:17:00.001+11:00

There is nothing we like more than a star who is willing to take the piss out of themselves - this is exactly what Rachel Bilson has done in her latest 'Funny or Die' clip. I am an unashamed fan of Rachel's new show Hart of Dixie and am more than aware of the bagging it often receives. Critics have found it hard to see Rachel as a doctor and have bagged her for everything from the designer threads her character wears to her acting ability. But it looks like Rachel is having the last laugh and good on her.
The song is hilarious and I particularly loved seeing her co-stars helping to send herself up. Long Live Hart of Dixie!!

Call Me Doctor with Rachel Bilson from Rachel Bilson

Here is a screen shot of the episode they are sending up in the clip - Dr Zoe Hart stitches up Wade during the Bluebell heatwave.

Jana Hits The Charts

2012-01-20T11:39:00.000+11:00

I know there are many of our readers who are One Tree Hill fans and although I haven't written about it lately, believe me I'm still 100% committed to the guys of Tree Hill. This morning I discovered that Jana Kramer (Alex) has released a song. 'Why Ya Wanna' and has become the most added bebut artist in the history of 'Country Aircheck' - Yes!!! She's country all the way which excites me no end.

Spotted

2012-01-20T11:15:00.000+11:00

It's always a good day when there's been a Miley and Liam spotting. After dinner with the family and a few friends L & M tried to leave quietly - no such luck with the ever present paps on hand.

The FASS

2012-01-18T16:07:00.002+11:00

It's going to be a big year for the Fassbender, so you best be acquainting yourselves with his work.

Hello....is it me you're looking for????

2012-01-18T16:01:00.001+11:00

A bit fun...

Hello from ant1mat3rie on Vimeo.

AWKWARD!!!!!

2012-01-17T23:37:00.002+11:00

Baby V and Josh Hutcherson are in the country to promote JOURNEY 2 something or other, anyway, this happened on the Today Show this morning. At around 3.20, Ben Fordham asked them about being a couple...OOPS!

Also not bad, but a little strange facial hair

2012-01-16T23:46:00.002+11:00

Is this officially a dress?

2012-01-16T23:36:00.003+11:00

Also looked nice...

2012-01-16T23:34:00.001+11:00

But where was Ryan???????

2012-01-16T23:32:00.001+11:00

How devastated were you when you found out that Ryan, who was nominated for 2 Golden Globes, didn't attend the awards. SHATTERED!!!!!!

Apparently he is in Thailand, earning a living! source: George Clooney

Golden Globes - Red Carpet

2012-01-16T22:12:00.002+11:00

Here is my 2 cents worth on the fashion at this year's Golden Globes.....

Diane Lane - looking lovely and clearly with secrets to share.

Emma Stone - once again she does not disappoint. Willing to take a risk and always pulling it off.

George Clooney/Stacy Keibler - not overly exciting but absolutely perfect. Nice job you two.

Gerard Butler- nice head, not sure about the suit.

Guy Pearce - you are one handsome man and I'm proud that you're one of ours. Loving the glasses and the choice of no tie - Gerard take note, this is how you do a 3 piece.

Heidi Klum - love it but I think we've seen it before....Cameron Diaz

Helen Mirren - words fail me. You are superb.

Kate Winslet - love I think it's time to move past Mildred Pearce and start dressing for this century.

Kelly Osbourne - don't love it but at least she stands out and it's doing nice things for her figure

Maria Menounos - I absolutely love this dress on Maria but I would have loved it more without the 'prom' hair do. Loose beach hair would have been fantastic.

Mila Kunis - channeling Black Swan in the hopes of another winning season?

Natalie Portman - great to see her back on the red carpet in a delicious colour

Sarah Michelle Geller - I'm not sure what to say about this - the tie dye is at least interesting and the colour is great but maybe a little less fabric may have helped.

Michelle Williams - sorry I just don't like the dress, or the hair for that matter

Jessica Biel - with the body you have maybe you shouldn't hide it behind so much nana lace.

Madonna - I actually love this as it suits her style perfectly and her hair and make up are much less harsh than usual. My only complaint is the glove!

Nicole Kidman - svelte but may be time to find a new designer. Might be nice to see her in a different style to mix it up.

Piper Perebo - she's down off the Coyote Bar and glamorous in nude - wondering though if it is a touch too long..

Melissa McCarthy - rock'n the bubble fringe in a misguided attempt to inject a little 80's in to the proceedings

Tilda Swinton - not usually a fan of Tilda's fashion but I must admit this is a striking mix of eclectic and glamorous. Well done.

Viggo Mortensen - You're a handsome man but you look like you're off to a business lunch

Sophia Vigara - WOW!!! This is how a woman should dress - I bow down to you oh goddess.

Madeline Stowe - Another lady in blue with hair that could have done with a little more attention. She needs to take tips from Sohia on how to wear this style.

Debra Messing - she must have seen photos of my Year 12 formal dress

Nicole Ritchie - don't love it but don't hate it either just make sure you don't trip over Nic.

Kate Beckinsale - I'm a bit sick of the pose but she always looks lovely. Stylish in pale as pale.

Angelina Jolie/Brad Pitt - Thank god you didn't wear black Ms Jolie. It may not be my favourite but kudos for trying something different. Brad it may just be time for a haircut before you tip over into mutton dressed up as lamb.

Amanda Peet - it is too easy to tease you about this dress but I still love you because you're Amanda Peet!

Channing Tatum/Jenna Dewan Tatum - Jenna love the colour, hate the dress. Way too much tape needed to keep that puppy in place. Chan - you are just The Chan and we love you.

Clare Danes - I like it - a little retro, a little rigid but a whole lot glamorous

Jessics Alba - not usually a fan of mauve but you look gorgeous in this colour.

Zooey Deschanel - I never thought I would have to say this but - bad hair Zooey!

Reece Witherspoon - you too Reece, what is with the big hair ladies?

Sarah Hyland - Gorgeous young lady with an innate style. Looking forward to seeing her at more red carpet events.

Golden Globes 2012 - Winners List

2012-01-16T18:29:00.000+11:00

SPOILER WARNING FOR AUSTRALIAN VIEWERS

I'm going to give you a chance to decide if you want to see this list if you are intending to watch the telecast tonight. I'll waffle on for a while so you can scroll off this page if you need to. Had enough time? Well here we go - here are the winner, some of which are quite a surprise.....

FILM

Best Actor, Drama: George Clooney, "The Descendants"
Best Actress, Drama: Meryl Streep, "The Iron Lady"
Best Actor, Musical or Comedy: Jean Dujardin, “The Artist”
Best Director: Martin Scorsese, “Hugo.”
Best Actress, Musical or Comedy: Michelle Williams, “My Week With Marilyn.”
Best Supporting Actor: Christopher Plummer, “Beginners.”
Best Supporting Actress: Octavia Spencer, “The Help.”
Best Foreign Language Film: “A Separation.”
Best Animated Film: “The Adventures of Tintin.”
Best Screenplay: Woody Allen, “Midnight in Paris.”
Best Original Score: Ludovic Bource, “The Artist.”
Best Original Song: “Masterpiece” (music and lyrics by Madonna, Julie Frost, Jimmy Harry), “W.E.”
TELEVISION
Best Series, Drama: “Homeland,” Showtime.
Best Series, Musical or Comedy: “Modern Family,” ABC.
Best Actor, Drama: Kelsey Grammer, “Boss.”
Best Actress, Drama: Claire Danes, “Homeland.”
Best Actress, Musical or Comedy: Laura Dern, “Enlightened.”
Best Actor, Musical or Comedy: Matt LeBlanc, “Episodes.”
Best Miniseries or Movie: “Downton Abbey (Masterpiece),” PBS.
Best Actress, Miniseries or Movie: Kate Winslet, “Mildred Pierce.”
Best Actor, Miniseries or Movie: Idris Elba, “Luther.”
Best Supporting Actress, Series, Miniseries or Movie: Jessica Lange, “American Horror Story.”
Best Supporting Actor, Series, Miniseries or Movie: Peter Dinklage, “Game of Thrones.”

the walking dead

2012-01-16T00:23:00.001+11:00

I haven't watched THE WALKING DEAD, but the zombie-pocalypse drama is apparently pretty ace and about to start it's 3rd season. Reason for this pic, have always loved me some Andrew Lincoln, and I just thought this was a mighty nice shot of him, all rugged and stuff!!!!

saturday night dj

2012-01-14T23:21:00.000+11:00

Further to my Chan post......and a little man and dog

2012-01-14T21:36:00.000+11:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIAM

2012-01-14T00:50:00.002+11:00

but there's always the Gos

2012-01-13T00:34:00.000+11:00

at the airport again...poor bugger!

THE VOW and THE CHAN

2012-01-13T00:08:00.003+11:00

So, we have had a funny relationship with the Chan here in the Hollow, we love him like a retarded brother, but...the tide is turning! I am seriously falling for his charms. Watched THE VOW today, critics will hate it, chicks will love it, but while Chan still has a reasonably wooden delivery, he is so freaking likeable and well pretty goddamn attractive. (he does have a nudey scene, and naked Chan lying on a bed cuddling a cat....WOW!)

Chan has 5 new films coming out within the next few 6 months or so, and 2 of those are with the very well respected director Stephen Soderbergh, so he is going places people. Watch out, its the year of the CHAN!

And then this from an article in DETAILS magazine and one of the most amazing photos ever...A man, a dog and a beetle.......seriously life doesn't get much better than this!

"You gotta do the Dear Johns. You gotta do The Vow. I'm conscious about why I did those parts, those movies. I wanted to learn from Rachel on The Vow. I wanted to learn from Lasse Hallström on Dear John—he did The Cider House Rules and What's Eating Gilbert Grape. I didn't go to acting school, so my knowledge of story, filmmaking, and character comes from just being on set and doing it. I know I'm not the best actor. But I hope my characters are getting better."

http://www.details.com/celebrities-entertainment/cover-stars/201202/channing-tatum-actor-gi-joe-the-vow#ixzz1j4pNvt9r

And the Winners Are......

2012-01-12T22:43:00.000+11:00

Favorite Movie
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2"
Favorite Movie Actor
Johnny Depp
Favorite Movie Actress
Emma Stone
Favorite Movie Icon
Morgan Freeman
Favorite Action Movie
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2"
Favorite Action Movie Star
Hugh Jackman
Favorite Drama Movie
"Water for Elephants"
Favorite Comedy Movie
"Bridesmaids"
Favorite Comedic Movie Actor
Adam Sandler
Favorite Comedic Movie Actress
Emma Stone
Favorite Movie Star Under 25
Chloë Moretz
Favorite Ensemble Movie Cast
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2"
Favorite Animated Movie Voice
Johnny Depp as Rango, "Rango"
Favorite Movie Superhero
Ryan Reynolds as Green Lantern
Favorite Book Adaptation
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2"
Favorite Network TV Drama
"Supernatural"
Favorite TV Drama Actor
Nathan Fillion
Favorite TV Drama Actress
Nina Dobrev
Favorite Cable TV Drama
"Pretty Little Liars"
Favorite Network TV Comedy
"How I Met Your Mother"
Favorite TV Comedy Actor
Neil Patrick Harris
Favorite TV Comedy Actress
Lea Michele
Favorite Cable TV Comedy
"Hot in Cleveland"
Favorite TV Competition Show
"American Idol"
Favorite TV Crime Drama
"Castle"
Favorite Sci/Fi/Fantasy Show
"Supernatural"
Favorite Daytime TV Host
Ellen DeGeneres, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show"
Favorite Late Night TV Host
Jimmy Fallon, "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon"
Favorite TV Guest Star
Katy Perry, "How I Met Your Mother"
Favorite Celebreality Star
Kim Kardashian
Favorite New TV Drama
"Person of Interest"
Favorite New TV Comedy
"2 Broke Girls"
Favorite Male Artist
Bruno Mars
Favorite Female Artist
Katy Perry
Favorite Song of the Year
"E.T," Katy Perry featuring Kanye West
Favorite Album of the Year
Born This Way, Lady Gaga
Favorite Pop Artist
Demi Lovato
Favorite Hip-Hop Artist
Eminem
Favorite R&B Artist
Rihanna
Favorite Band
Maroon 5
Favorite Country Artist
Taylor Swift
Favorite Music Video
"Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)," Katy Perry
Favorite Tour Headliner
Katy Perry

Girl In Progress - Trailer

2012-01-12T14:56:00.000+11:00

Eva Mendes new flick has her starring as Grace, a single mom too busy to give her daughter Ansiedad (Cierra Ramirez) the attention she needs. At first glance this looked like your usual teen fare but watch the trailer because I think this one might surprise with it's emotional depth.

People's Choice Awards - 2012

2012-01-12T14:37:00.001+11:00

We all know what rally matters - not who won but what they wore!
Here's my run down on this year's red carpet fashions at the PCA's...

Lea Michele (Glee)

Vanessa Hudgens

Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus (HAnnah Montana) Laim Hemsworth (The Hunger Games)

Kristen Bell (Gossip Girl)

Dermot Mulroney

Ginnifer Goodwin (Big Love)

Ian Somerhalder (Vampire Diaries)

Julianne Hough (Footloose)

Kat Dennings (2 Broke Girls)

Nina Dobrev (Vampire Diaries)

Jennifer Lawrence (The Hunger Games)

Emma Stone (Crazy Stupid Love, The Help)

A little zacness before bedtime

2012-01-12T00:38:00.003+11:00

Lakers game this week!

Well who knew

2012-01-11T00:02:00.001+11:00

Limahl, yes, you know the one. Kajagoogoo? Well he has released a new single today!

He he

2012-01-10T23:49:00.000+11:00

Trailer for Miley's new flick.

2012-01-10T22:51:00.000+11:00

Nasty rumour

2012-01-09T00:29:00.003+11:00

Rumour has it next to join the singles list is Johnny Depp. Have to say, this one makes me really sad. Johnny and Vanessa have been together for 15 years. I totally think that he would not be the easiest of people to live with, the creative ones never are. Think Sean Penn, Robert Downey Jr, tim Burton etc hundreds of them in Hollywood but there was something kinda special about these two. Let's cross our fingers......although what fun it would be to see who he turned up with next!!!

Who knew?

2012-01-08T01:28:00.001+11:00

The very lovely Taye Diggs was born with twelve fingers! He had two taken off as a child. kinda weird and creepy. Still a spunk though!

Didn't he used to be cute?

2012-01-08T01:27:00.002+11:00

Oscars

2012-01-08T01:15:00.001+11:00

here is the first trailer for the Oscars this year. Can't wait!

Very cool cover of 'Somebody that i used to know'

2012-01-07T14:40:00.002+11:00

Another from the 'who knew' vault?

2012-01-06T00:24:00.002+11:00

Here is the band 'Kara's Flowers' aka Maroon 5 performing on Beverly hills 90210!

Ryan...you're killing me.

2012-01-05T23:30:00.000+11:00

More barefoot gym work.......

Vanity Fair sandwich?

2012-01-05T23:21:00.001+11:00

Well sandwich on the side. Matt and George on the cover of Vanity Fair this month.

Lex Luthor anyone???

2012-01-05T23:18:00.001+11:00

Rumour has it that Bradley is going to make a cameo in MAN OF STEEL as Lex Luthor.

Hamish officially off the market

2012-01-03T21:55:00.002+11:00

"Highlight of 2011? Proposing to @zotheysay! Couldn't be happier. She LOVED the rock. And said yes by the way. H,"

This hit twitter at 3pm today!

And another...SEth Cohen.

2012-01-03T10:11:00.002+11:00

Click here for some Adam fun

http://gofugyourself.com/hotness-retrospectfug-adam-brody-09-2011

Did you love Pacey?

2012-01-03T10:05:00.002+11:00

Then you must click on this link and go on a Joshy journey. (and definitely read the comments on the side of each photo, these kids are quite amusing!)

http://gofugyourself.com/hotness-retrospectfug-joshua-pacey-witter-jackson-12-2011

UPSIDE DOWN

2012-01-03T09:47:00.002+11:00

UPSIDE DOWN is the story of two star crossed lovers separated by opposite worlds, one up and one down, but both just out of reach of the other. It stars the delightful Jim Sturgess and Kirsten Dunst. Interesting little trailer, but this first version is a French one!

Veuillez installer Flash Player pour lire la vidéo

UPSIDE DOWN - BA VOST

Happy New Year from Rob Lowe

2012-01-02T00:54:00.000+11:00

The love continues

2012-01-01T01:36:00.001+11:00

These two are so cute.....and so in love. More pashing in Hawaii.

Katy and Russell= kaput

2011-12-31T10:43:00.004+11:00

I am a bit sad about this one. I kind of always thought it was doomed, but somehow there was a little bit of hope as they both seemed just the wrong side of crazy and maybe, just maybe, they could make it happen. 14 months was all it took to not work though! I think Russell might be funnier without a wife, we shall see!

And a happy New Year to all from the Hollow

2011-12-31T01:01:00.001+11:00

New Year's Eve advice

2011-12-31T00:08:00.003+11:00

We have some special NYE advice from the one and only Zac Efron.........it's about dancing!

"Let two people get out there. And then go get a circle going, then get it going! Pop it out! Michael Jackson moves!"

Last pics of Ryan for 2011

2011-12-30T23:54:00.003+11:00

And those that have followed this blog for awhile will know the excitement that these pics bring me.....Ryan..........with bare feet!!!!!

Lovely Liam. (and even his girlfriend can't help herself taking a few pics!)

2011-12-30T23:51:00.001+11:00

What I love.......

2011-12-30T23:13:00.002+11:00

I love that SE Hinton is tweeting C Thomas Howell and Ralph Macchio. (massive Outsiders fan, so I follow all three!)

@se4realhinton

@CThomasHowell@ralphmacchio Remember this?pic.twitter.com/eRTB0k9O

Did you know?

2011-12-30T00:41:00.003+11:00

Christian Slater was offered the role in INTERVIEW WITH A VAMPIRE after River Phoenix died, so he accepted the role but donated his fee to River's favourite charities. Who knew?

(just watching ITAS with Christian Slater)

They both also dated Samantha Mathis!

Best film of 2011

2011-12-29T23:49:00.002+11:00

I am someone who can never pick just one film that is the best. There are categories, actors, circumstances to consider. Let me just say that it certainly wasn't the film I just finished watching on pay tv......please don't judge...it's late.....the remote was at the other end of the sofa.....it was called COUGARS, INC. Seriously! And I watched it all!!! And Denise Richards was in it. Anyway, let's pretend I never told you any of the above information and get on with what you need to be viewing on DVD in the coming months.

- Film that most me made want to drive straight from the cinema to the airport.

MIDNIGHT IN PARIS

- Best gratuitous Ryan shots (and a rom com with heart)

CRAZY STUPID LOVE

- Coolest film of 2011 ( and best soundtrack)

DRIVE

- Best drama with amazing ensemble of character actors

IDES OF MARCH

- Film that made me giggle the most

BRIDESMAIDS

-Film that made me want to be in love for the very first time again

LIKE CRAZY

-Best surprise package and minor comeback (Matt McConaghy)

LINCOLN LAWYER

Fave superhero of the year

THOR

Film that made me weep the most

It's a tie........

THE HELP and RED DOG

Sweetest and most moving film

BEGINNERS

Saddest movie moment

realising that there will be no more HARRY POTTER

Fave girl crush of 2011

Emma Stone (The Help, Crazy Stupid Help and Friends with Benefits) and cute couple award to her and Andrew Garfield!

Fave boy crush of 2011

Hmmmm Ryan Gosling for his multitude of fab films!

Best credits (yes even better than hanging around after Captain america for the Avengers teaser)

NEW YEAR'S EVE - Zac dancing with Michelle Pfeiffer.

Best new crush in a film

Jim Sturgess in One Day

So there you have it. My 'bests' of 2011. (will let you know if i think of any others)

The Paperboy

2011-12-29T22:54:00.003+11:00

So what is not to love about this poster. It looks amazing. Trust me, this film will be hot property with a poster this cool and an equally cool cast.

I've been a little worried about the 'Nic' factor, but looks like she might just be ok in this alongside the divine Zac, Matthew McConaghy and John Cusack. Directed by Lee Daniels of 'Precious' fame. It is hitting the top of my 'must see' list with a bullet!

Here is the official synopsis: A directionless young man, (Efron) helps his reporter brother (McConaughey) investigate the possible wrongful conviction of a man (Cusack) sitting on death row for the murder of a local sheriff. Efron’s character, Jack James falls for the movie’s femme fatale (Kidman) who apparently harbors special feelings towards the man behind bars that they’re trying to help.

Farewell to Christmas for another year...

2011-12-26T23:43:00.002+11:00

Magic Mike

2011-12-26T21:54:00.002+11:00

Oh the joys!! We have spoken of Magic Mike way back in May ( a reminder here) It's loosely based on the story of Channing Tatum, remember his demonstration with Ellen last year? Well, as trashy as i think this could be, I know that i am going to love it. here's the first pic released from the studio...Joe, alex, Matthew, Chan.......seriously fun, right?

12 Boys Of Christmas -

2011-12-25T13:34:00.001+11:00

And for our final boy I give you Adrian Grenier who happened to strike a perfect pose for us at his Christmas Day celebrations. Thanks Adrian, and a fabulous Christmas to all of you.

PROMETHEUS

2011-12-23T21:37:00.002+11:00

Ridley Scott has been teasing us all week that there would be a trailer for PROMETHEUS today...and here it is. The prequel to ALIEN. It's gonna be soooo cool! Stars Charlize Theron, Noomi Rapace (dragon tattoo), Guy earce, Michael Fassbender, Patrick Wilson,

The Christmas joy continues....

2011-12-22T23:08:00.001+11:00

Flirty Zac

THE HOBBIT - The Trailer!!!!

2011-12-21T14:46:00.001+11:00

2011-12-20T23:55:00.000+11:00

Keith and Nic took Sunday for a stroll around Manhattan yesterday and according to my sources they are buying S.R. a puppy for Christmas. Awww!

The 12 Boys of Christmas - Hugh Jackman

2011-12-20T21:15:00.000+11:00

EX's

2011-12-18T22:10:00.000+11:00

Did you know these two used to get it on? Must have been attracted through their mutual love of fashion.

Matt Damon is adorable......and smart and generous and funny

2011-12-18T10:11:00.000+11:00

The 12 Boys Of Christmas - 3 In One

2011-12-18T08:47:00.000+11:00

George, Brad & Matt

Saturday night DJ

2011-12-18T00:51:00.000+11:00

An oldie but a goodie

But this is real.......and I love it

2011-12-16T23:19:00.003+11:00

Zac's new tattoo on his hand...the word YOLO, said to stand for 'You only live once'

Zac the activist....love your work Zac!

2011-12-16T23:14:00.001+11:00

Sadly....this t shirt has been photoshopped, but i like it anyway!

12 Boys Of Christmas - Who Cares, He's HOT!!!

2011-12-16T14:41:00.000+11:00

My awards season is looking up.....

2011-12-16T12:18:00.002+11:00

We officially have Gosling on the red carpet!!!! Nominated for 2 Golden Globes.

Best picture - drama
"The Descendants"
"The Help"
"Hugo"
"The Ides of March"
"Moneyball"
"War Horse"

Best picture - comedy/musical
"50/50"
"The Artist"
"Bridesmaids"
"Midnight in Paris"
"My Week With Marilyn"

Best actress - drama
Glenn Close, "Albert Nobbs"
Viola Davis, "The Help"
Rooney Mara, "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo"
Meryl Streep, "The Iron Lady"
Tilda Swinton, "We Have to Talk About Kevin"

Best actor - drama
George Clooney, "The Descendants"
Leonardo DiCaprio, "J. Edgar"
Michael Fassbender, "Shame"
Ryan Gosling, "The Ides of March"
Brad Pitt, "Moneyball"

Best actress - comedy/musical
Jodie Foster, "Carnage"
Charlize Theron, "Young Adult"
Kristen Wiig, "Bridesmaids"
Michelle Williams, "My Week With Marilyn"
Kate Winslet, "Carnage"

Best actor - comedy/musical
Jean Dujardin, "The Artist"
Brendan Gleeson, "The Guard"
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, "50/50"
Ryan Gosling, "Crazy, Stupid, Love"
Owen Wilson, "Midnight in Paris"

Best supporting actress
Berenice Bejo, "The Artist"
Jessica Chastain, "The Help"
Janet McTeer, "Albert Nobbs"
Octavia Spencer, "The Help"
Shailene Woodley, "The Descendants"

Best supporting actor
Kenneth Branagh, "My Week With Marilyn"
Albert Brooks, "Drive"
Jonah Hill, "Moneyball"
Viggo Mortensen, "A Dangerous Method"
Christopher Plummer, "Beginners"

More to come.....tv

And the TIME magazine coolest person of the year goes to........

2011-12-16T12:11:00.003+11:00

Our Coolest Person Committee was determined to pick someone whose cool was tested and pervasive, obvious even to the dorks who work at this magazine. We defined cool in the classic Marlon Brando way an unshakable calm mixed with a confidence that comes from not needing others. Cool is more how than what; we considered world leaders, singers, hackers and a newsmagazine columnist who one of us thought was an obvious pick.
Our first choice was the members of SEAL Team 6, who seem insanely badass. But they are also very secretive, and there is the slim chance that one of the 24 who raided Osama bin Laden's mansion does something totally uncool like that Borat high-five thing. We also rejected Melissa McCarthy (too energetic), Julian Assange (too 2010) and Zach Galifianakis (too beardy).
So the 2011 Coolest Person of the Year is a man who is tough but emotional. A movie star who broke up a fight on the streets of Manhattan and was also caught walking down a Manhattan street playing a Strumstick, which is like a ukulele only ukulelier. An Oscar nominee who also smokes, tags graffiti and has a predilection for posing with a fist to the camera but makes dioramas and takes public ballet classes alongside little girls too. He's the only actor since Andy Kaufman to work as a waiter after making it in show business. One who has a rock band that spent a month accompanying a children's marionette show in Los Angeles. He is a man who caused a protest outside our very own Time & Life Building when People magazine chose Bradley Cooper instead of him as the Sexiest Man Alive. I doubt Cooper is cool enough that his fans would object to his loss of Coolest Person of the Year by protesting in front of our building and blocking foot traffic with an annoying publicity swarm (Sixth Avenue and 50th Street, northwest corner most visible).
Ryan Gosling, the 2011 Coolest Person of the Year, is so cool that he refused to talk to me about this honor. Faced with this problem, other magazine franchises might back down and pick someone willing to play ball and be their publicity monkey, but the Coolest Person Committee is committed to the truth. Also, it was getting really close to deadline, so it just seemed a lot easier to stick with Gosling.
Yes, he was a Mouseketeer alongside Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake. And yes, he puts on a weird Brooklyn accent even though he's from Canada. Yes, he was homeschooled and sometimes hangs out with magicians. But he's so cool, he wears all of that proudly. Even more impressive, he found time to be cool while having to constantly explain to people that, no, the guy they're thinking of is Ryan Reynolds. Gosling was in four movies this year, yet he didn't seem overexposed because he was always so different. In Blue Valentine he was desperate, in Drive he was scary, in The Ides of March he was slimy, and in Crazy, Stupid, Love he was six-packy. (The committee saw just the trailers.)
"There is not a genre he is not comfortable in," says Coolest Person Committee member Henry Winkler. "Cool is being comfortable in your own skin. Everything stems from that." Coolest Person of the Year Emeritus James Franco says, "Ryan is the true king of cool. You got it right this year." Let's hope that Gosling doesn't wind up hosting the Oscars.
We have no idea how Gosling will deal with this honor. A tattoo seems like the obvious way to go, though a commemorative diorama would probably be good enough for a spot on Access Hollywood. But that's not why we pick a Coolest Person of the Year. We do it for the journalism. And because after 15 years of service to this magazine, I'm still not allowed in the Person of the Year meetings. I think it's because they don't like my suggestions. Though, honestly, yet again, I really did have an amazing year.

Just saying....

2011-12-16T11:49:00.002+11:00

Disney star and former "Hellcats" actress Ashley Tisdale has split with her boyfriend of two years, Scott Speer.

Do not be shocked an surprised if you start seeing a little more of this in the future........

Or this....

Excited for some Golden Globe noms.....

2011-12-15T22:50:00.003+11:00

It's that time of year when award nominations are announced and frocks start to get planned. Most exciting. When I wake up, the GG nominations will be out. it's one of my faves, with stars that drink too much and hosts that crack naughty jokes. Yay!!!