Isn't this a gorgeous shot of Michelle

Am hearing mixed reports about TAKE THIS WALTZ, which opens in Australia this week.  Will attempt to get there and report back as soon as I can.

Take this Waltz

TAKE THIS waltz stars one of our faves, Michelle Williams and Seth Rogen. Admittedly, I would probably watch anything Michelle is in, but this looks so adorable. Can't wait.

I'm smiling

I love this. These two together makes me so happy. We have a serious love for Michelle here in the Hollow and have been concerned about her since the beautiful Heath left us. I did have high hopes for awhile about a Ryan and Michelle union, however that appears to have been a 'friends' only affair. But this relationship could be fun. Imagine dating the guy from THE MUPPETS, the guy who makes you laugh on how I met your mother, the cute one for FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL, and he's smart as well as funny. yay, happiness for Michelle. Good luck you two!

My Week With Marilyn

This movie tells the story of Monroe's first -- and disastrous -- trip to England, to film a movie with the legendary Sir Laurence Olivier.  The film, recounts her interaction and brief fling with Colin Clark, one of production assistants on the film, who wrote a book documenting the entire event.   Michelle Williams stars as Marilyn while an amazing cast of English actors support her.  Look out for Emma Watson in her first outing since Harry Potter.    This movie has had mixed reviews so far but there is already talk of an Oscar nomination for Michelle.  This looks like a fascinating glimpse into a life that we know so much, and yet so little about.
Cool Rider

We all have to start somewhere

Well I was searching for a trailer for Michelle Williams new film, TAKE THIS WALTZ, which looks so gorgeous and look what I found. Pre Dawson's, her first tv appearance!

BLUE VALENTINE

Ok, so I screened it for a second time, and loved it , maybe even a little bit more than the first. The first viewing, the film was so raw and in your face, the second allowed for a genuine appreciation of the performances and the realities of what is happening for these two people onscreen.

It also allowed for me to pick up on a couple of lines I had missed on the first time around. My fave being, (and this is truly for those fans of 80's and early 90's tv, -i'm looking at you Cool Rider)when Dean (Ryan) and Cindy(michelle) have just stopped at the liquor store while on their way to the fantasy hotel, and Cindy says to Dean, "you'll never guess who i ran into at the liquor store?" and Dean says "Richard Grieco'?. GOLD!!! I know that much of this film was improvised, and i am intrigued to know who came up with that line!!! I can feel a Richard Grieco post coming on......

Michelle Williams

Thank god for Michelle Williams - single handedly proving that there is still room for individuality on the red carpet, while still looking gorgeous.

If you loved heath....

If you like Michelle Williams or loved Heath Ledger or even just love to hear the Dawson's Creek music, you should absolutely watch this interview with michelle. She talks quite alot about heath and be warned, it might make you(JK) a little bit sad.

Is Ryan dating Michelle? I'll let him answer that.....

Ryan stuff

Holy crap...I want some of that action!!!

Oh to be in a Jakey and Ryan sandwich!!!!




Seen here in all their gorgeousness at a special screening of BLUE VALENTINE.

New Aussie poster for BLUE VALENTINE

This new poster has just been released for the Aussie market. I love it, but it does feel a little more romantic than what is actually depicted in the film.

BLUE VALENTINE

We have reported on the NC17 rating this film has received in previous posts, but here is the official response from Ryan to the MPAA in an effort to appeal against this rating.

“You have to question a cinematic culture which preaches artistic expression, and yet would support a decision that is clearly a product of a patriarchy-dominant society, which tries to control how women are depicted on screen. The MPAA is okay supporting scenes that portray women in scenarios of sexual torture and violence for entertainment purposes, but they are trying to force us to look away from a scene that shows a woman in a sexual scenario, which is both complicit and complex. It’s misogynistic in nature to try and control a woman’s sexual presentation of self. I consider this an issue that is bigger than this film.”

This is an amazing response. Thoughtful and smart!

Here's Michelle's..

“The MPAA’s decision on Blue Valentine unmasks a taboo in our culture, that an honest portrayal of a relationship is more threatening than a sensationalized one. Mainstream films often depict sex and violence in a manner that is disturbing and very far from reality. Yet, the MPAA regularly awards these films with a more audience friendly rating, enabling our culture’s desensitization to violence, rape, torture and brutality. Our film does not depict any of these attributes. It’s simply a candid look at the difficulties couples face in sustaining their relationships over time. Blue Valentine opens a door for couples to have a dialogue about the everyday realities of many relationships. This film was made in the spirit of love, honesty and intimacy. I hope that the MPAA will hear our pleas and reconsider their decision.”


let's hope that common sense prevails and this rating can be changed, as we know from the past, it is hard for NC!& films to have successful theatrical runs.

New poster for BLUE VALENTINE

BLUE VALENTINE

Well, i guess I owe you some comments on my viewing of BLUE VALENTINE. Regular readers will know, that this has been a film so eagerly anticipated by myself, that the thought of watching it was almost too much. The reviews from Sundance, Cannes, Toronto etc have all been absolutely solid, so this film had a lot to live up to.

It's beautiful and heartbreaking all at the same time, with performances that are stunning. The film jumps back and forth in time, so at the same time you are watching Dean (Ryan Gosling) and Cindy (Michelle Williams) falling disastrously out of love, you are also watching the very beautiful first moments of them falling in love. The film feels so real, and almost obtrusive and so very personal. It's like taking a camera and shoving it in the face of a very real couple and watching them disintegrate in front of your eyes. At times, its hard to watch, but you can never tear yourself away for a second, particularly because the two leads are mesmerising onscreen. I know that I am completely biased when it comes to some Ryan loving, but he is truly brilliant in this role, and even as a balding alcoholic, the appeal is still there. (so there!) as is the appeal of Michelle, who is so delicate, yet tough in this role.

This film won't be everyone's cup of tea. it's raw and in your face and a little bit sexy (it has just received an NC17 rating in the states, which is almost the equivalent of an R rating here.) but it is so worth the watch, even if it is to just view two of this generations very best actors at work. Stick it out for the credits, they may even bring a tear to your eye.

Mr Gosling, another absolutely superb performance! I think I am even more in love with you now!

PS there is a rumour he may be coming to Australia for the film's premiere.......I can't even begin to think about that possibility...............

Here is the new trailer, just released..........

Ryan should be banned from talking about things like this.....

"You mean the trying-not-to-have-sex sex scene? It was hard…a lot of times actors can trick people into thinking something is happening when it's not happening, and we had to call ourselves out on anything that didn't feel honest. Actors become very professional and proficient about watching out for each other's light and not stepping on each other's lines. All of these things are artificial, and you have to strip that away if you're going to achieve a sense of intimacy. In real life sex is messy, and we wanted to get at that wonderful messiness."

— Ryan Gosling talks with W magazine about filming his messy sex scene with Michelle Williams in their new movie "Blue Valentine

seriously speechless

Two words for you Ryan Gosling................LASER.........LOINS...........

Cute in Cannes!

the buzz...

The media is buzzing....are they or aren't they??? Yes or no? Let me know what you think.........

SERIOUSLY....holy goodlooking boy batman!!!!

Oh my lordy, I can't concentrate! So hot right now Ryan. So sweet, looking after Michelle. golly gosh!!! i'm all in a dither..........