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☆ Anne Hathaway said 'The Dark Knight Rises' was her toughest gig ever. Christopher Nolan paid her back by saving her career during 'Hathahate.'
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewAnne Hathaway told Vanity Fair that Christopher Nolan gave her the toughest role on her résumé, but also saved her career during the "Hathahate" scandal. Hathaway's performance was one of the many highlights of "The Dark Knight Rises," which earned $1 billion worldwide, according to Box Office Mojo. Hathaway told Vanity Fair that the backlash cost her roles, even after she won her first Oscar in 2013. "Interstellar" was a success, making $733 million at the box office, according to Box Office Mojo. "Humiliation is such a rough thing to go through," Hathaway told Vanity Fair.

Persons: —, Anne Hathaway, Christopher Nolan, Hathaway, Michelle Pfeiffer's, Nolan, Oscar, I've, Alice, Jessica Chastain Organizations: Service, Business, Office Mojo

☆ How, when and where you can watch the 2024 Oscars
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-09 | by ( Tom Page | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Yes, it’s Oscars weekend. Comparisons are already being made to 1998 and 2004, when “Titanic” and “The Return of the King” steamrolled their respective competition on their way to a record 11 Oscars each. Emily Blunt (as Kitty Oppenheimer) with writer, director, and producer Christopher Nolan and Cillian Murphy (as J. Robert Oppenheimer) on the set of "Oppenheimer." The host and presentersJimmy Kimmel on stage at the Oscars in 2023. Gladstone and Stone split the Golden Globes, Stone won the BAFTA and Glastone won the SAG award, leaving this contest finely poised.

Persons: CNN —, “ Oppenheimer, ”, Christopher Nolan’s, Emily Blunt, Kitty Oppenheimer, Christopher Nolan, Cillian Murphy, Robert Oppenheimer, Oppenheimer, Melinda Sue Gordon, We’ll, “ Oppenheimer ”, Jimmy Kimmel, Kevin Winter, Steven Spielberg, Sally Field, Jennifer Lawrence, Dwayne Johnson, Rita Moreno, Al Pacino, Zendaya, Michelle Pfeiffer, Ryan Gosling, Margot Robbie, Greta Gerwig, Barbie, Jaap Buitendijk, “ Barbie, I’m, Ken ”, Billie Eilish, Jon Batiste, Becky G, Scott George, Emma Stone, Nolan, Oscar, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Alexander Payne’s “, Robert Downey Jr, Lewis Stauss, Jonathan Glazer’s, Justine Triet’s Palme, Anatomy’s, Sandra Hüller, Lily Gladstone, Gladstone, Stone, Glastone, JaNae Collins, Cara Jade Myers, Jillian Dion, It’d, Martin Scorsese, Miyazaki, ” Steven Spielberg Organizations: CNN, Hollywood, Universal, ABC, Hulu Live, Warner Bros . Pictures, Osage, Searchlight Pictures, Globes, BAFTA, SAG, Apple, Sony Locations: “, Poland, France

ROME (AP) — For nearly six decades, the Tirelli atelier in Rome has woven itself into the fabric of Italian and international film history, earning the nickname the “Oscar tailor’s shop” for its contribution to cinematic costume design. Established in November 1964 by the late Umberto Tirelli, the shop has been behind 17 Academy Awards for best costume design. “Of course, the Oscar is not won by the tailor’s shop, the Oscar is won by the costume designer. But the tailor’s shop has the merit and the honor of having participated to make it win.”The atelier’s origins stem from Tirelli’s passion for collecting antique clothing. Photos You Should See View All 60 ImagesAfter the 1984 “Amadeus” design Oscar, Tirelli could have gone more international “because the market was immediately interested," Trapetti said.

Persons: Oscar tailor’s, Umberto Tirelli, Janty Yates, Dave Crossman, Ridley, Napoleon, ”, Dino Trappetti, Oscar, ” Trappetti, Tom Hulce, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Milos Forman’s “ Amadeus ”, Theodor Pistek, Michelle Pfeiffer's, Gabriella Pescucci, Amadeus, Tirelli, Trapetti, Trappetti, “ I’m Organizations: ROME, weekend's Locations: Rome, Prati, America, Formello

☆ Why ‘Cruel Intentions’ still inspires, 25 years on
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-05 | by ( Jemal Polson | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

The characters outfits came from a variety of sources including luxury brands such as Prada, Gucci, Calvin Klein and Donna Karan. Christine Baranski, who appears as Bunny Caldwell – Cecile’s WASP-y mother – was adorned in Chanel-style suits from St John. A quarter of a century after it's initial release, the clever styling of Cruel Intentions is finding favor with a whole new demographic. “I was definitely inspired by Audrey Hepburn for the scene in the park,” Wingate says. Sarah (Michelle Gellar) and I both loved the idea.”A quarter of a century on, the influence “Intentions,” had — and continues to have — is undeniable, spawning a musical and a forthcoming series from Amazon.

Persons: CNN —, Kathryn Merteuil, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Sebastian Valmont, Ryan Phillippe, Annette Hargrove, Reese Witherspoon, Cecile Caldwell, Selma Blair, Pierre Choderlos de, ” “, Denise Wingate, Prada, Gucci, Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, Bob Frame, Shutterstock Keen, ”, Glenn Close, John Malkovich, Michelle Pfeiffer, Wingate, “, Sebastian, Christine Baranski, Bunny Caldwell – Cecile’s, –, St John, Cecile, Kathryn, Annette, Tessa Posnansky, Gary John Steele, deconstruct, Louis XIV, Harry F, —, ” Posnansky, Melissa Moseley, du, Audrey Hepburn, ” Wingate, Sarah, Michelle Gellar, noughties, Netflix’s Organizations: CNN, Manhattan, Sinclair, New, — Locations: French, LA, Sebastian, Columbia

☆ Valentine’s Day movies for almost every mood
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-14 | by ( Dan Heching | Alli Rosenbloom | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

CNN —Like so many other holidays, Valentine’s Day can evoke a staggeringly wide range of feelings. The good news: Whether you lean in to the romance of it all or run screaming from it, there’s a movie out there for you. In light of the very subjective nature of this red heart-drenched day, here’s a list of mood-specific film recommendations that are sure to scratch whatever itch you might be feeling. If you hate the whole concept of Valentine’s Day, watch ‘True Romance’ or ‘Heathers’If you’re feeling like you need a little bit of die-for-you action to get you through the day – or just the terrific sonic offerings of a Hans Zimmer score – flip on the Quentin Tarantino-written “True Romance.” Not your speed? If you like a little bit of fantasy with your romance, watch ‘Kate & Leopold’There she is again!

Persons: there’s, Cary Grant, Deborah Kerr, Meg Ryan, Hans Zimmer, Quentin Tarantino, “, who’s, Whitney Houston, Kevin Costner, Dolly Parton, Warner, Laura Esquivel, ’, ”, you’re, George Clooney, Michelle Pfeiffer, Julia Roberts, Luca, Timothee, Celine Song’s, Jennifer Lopez, Steven Soderbergh, –, Oscar, Dame Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Harry Met Sally ’, Harry Met Sally ”, Billy Crystal, Meryl Streep, Uma Thurman, Harry Met Sally, Jon M, Chu, Henry Golding, Constance Wu, Michelle Yeoh, Kate, Leopold ’, Duke, Hugh Jackman, Jude, Jim Sturgess, Lucy, Evan Rachel Wood, Valentine ’ Organizations: CNN, Houston, Warner Bros, Everett, Sony Pictures, Rich, Valentine’s Locations: Seattle, Chicago, Italy, India, New York City, Columbia, Singapore, York City

☆ Michelle Pfeiffer in negotiations to play female lead in new 'Yellowstone' spinoff opposite Matthew McConaughey: report
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-08 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewMichelle Pfeiffer is in the final stage of negotiations to take on the female lead in the new as-yet-untitled "Yellowstone" sequel, according to Puck. Not much is known about the series, which was announced in May 2023 as an "expansion of the Yellowstone universe." At the time, he said that McConaughey "seems like a natural fit" to lead the "new chapter" of the Dutton saga. Reilly and Hauser have asked their per-episode salary to be upped to $1.2 million and $1.25 million, respectively, he stated, citing industry sources.

Persons: —, Michelle Pfeiffer, Puck, Matthew Belloni, Pfeiffer, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Helen Mirren, Harrison Ford, Matthew McConaughey's, Taylor Sheridan, Kevin Costner, Sheridan, Jonathan Bachman, McConaughey, Jon Linson, Dutton, Buddy, Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, Danno Nell, Luke Grimes, Belloni, Reilly, Hauser, Grimes, wasn't, Costner Organizations: Service, Marvel, Paramount, Paramount Global, Business, Hollywood, Paramount Network Locations: Sheridan

☆ Jennifer Jason Leigh on 'Fargo,' 'Fast Times,' 'Hateful Eight' & Most Famous Roles
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-14 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Jennifer Jason Leigh knows how to make an entrance. Juno Temple as Dorothy "Dot" Lyon and Jennifer Jason Leigh as Lorraine Lyon in "Fargo" season five. Phoebe Cates and Jennifer Jason Leigh in "Fast Times at Ridgemont High." On the enjoyable experience of getting punched by Kurt RussellKurt Russell and Jennifer Jason Leigh in "The Hateful Eight." On losing out on Catwoman — and the other role that got awayJennifer Jason Leigh as Sadie Flood in "Georgia."

Persons: Jennifer Jason Leigh, Lorraine Lyon, Leigh, she's, Daisy Domergue, Quentin Tarantino's, Hedy Carlson, Sadie Flood, Noah Hawley's, Dot, Juno Temple, Dorothy, Lyon, Michelle Faye, Temple, Phoebe Cates, Julia Roberts, Stacy, Kurt Russell Kurt Russell, Kurt Russell, Kurt, I'd, Catwoman —, Miramax You've, Tim Burton, Michelle Pfeiffer, I've, there's, There'd Organizations: Business, Juno, Lorraine, TWC, Miramax, Miami, Hulu Locations: Minnesota, Hollywood, Georgia, Fargo, Dot, Ridgemont

"Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania" premiered in theaters on February 17. How to watch 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania'"Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania" is now available to watch exclusively in theaters. When will 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' be available on Disney Plus? "Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania" is expected to start streaming on Disney Plus later this year. With this range in mind, "Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania" should hit Disney Plus in April or May.

[1/4] Director Peyton Reed poses at a premiere for the film "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 6, 2023. "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" is the first movie in phase five of Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe. It takes the superhero and his resizing powers into the Quantum realm, a subatomic world where he meets new challenges. Reality melted away and brought her into the fantasy world that many children grew up reading about in the Marvel comic books, she noted. Disney artists assembled new environments, creatures, buildings and an entire internal history and logic to make the Quantum realm come to life.

☆ 'Ant-Man and the Wasp in Quantumania' reviews: The villain is good, but the movie is bad
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-15 | by ( Sarah Whitten | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

DisneyAre the pint-sized heroes of Disney's "Ant-Man and the Wasp in Quantumania" enough to take on the newest — and baddest — villain of the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Marvel Studios' "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania." "Ant-Man and the Wasp in Quantumania" held a 53% "rotten" rating from 148 reviews, as of Wednesday afternoon. "Sometimes the weight of all this responsibility causes 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' ... to buckle at the knees," O'Sullivan wrote. Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) and Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) in "Ant-Man and The Wasp in Quantumania."

☆ Nina Montée Karp and Dr. Harvey Karp turned the $1,700 Snoo into the holy grail of parenting. But some say they overhyped the crib's abilities and created a nightmarish corporate culture.
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-13 | by ( Kate Taylor | Jake Swearingen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +31 min

Karp and Montée Karp built the hype into a parenting-media empire that put out three books and two instructional films in 10 years. Karp and Montée Karp met at a Hollywood party in the early '90s. Karp and Montée Karp promised her independence and flexibility to accommodate her two young children's day-care schedules and a 90-minute commute. Karp and Montée Karp insisted on being involved in minutiae that most top executives hand off. Karp and Montée Karp turned the Snoo into an award-winning holy grail of parenthood in just a few years.

☆ A husband-wife duo turned the $1,700 Snoo into the holy grail of parenting, but some say they run their company like a dysfunctional 'surveillance state'
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-13 | by ( Kate Taylor | Jake Swearingen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +31 min

"Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania" premieres in theaters on February 17. "Quantumania" is expected to tie into past Marvel shows and movies, including "Loki" and "Endgame." The highly anticipated sequel to "Ant-Man" and "Ant-Man and The Wasp" debuts exclusively in theaters on February 17. So, it's likely that "Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania" will pick up on several storylines that have already been introduced in the MCU. If you're interested in catching up on previous Marvel films and shows that are expected to tie into the new Ant-Man movie, we've got you covered.

"Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" is coming to theaters on February 17. Where can I buy 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' tickets? 'Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania' Movie Tickets The first film in Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” premieres in theaters on February 17. Are there any 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' movie ticket promotions? Disney/Marvel StudiosThough no date has been confirmed yet, "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" will stream on Disney Plus after its run in theaters.

☆ New 'Dangerous Liaisons' TV series 'a prelude, origin story', makers say
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-02 | by ( Hanna Rantala | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

The new TV series sees the passionate love affair of protagonists Marquise de Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont turn sour in pre-revolutionary Paris. "It is a prelude to what we see later with the book and the Malkovich version," Australian actor Nicholas Denton, who plays Valmont, told Reuters. The details made Warner wonder who the marquise, who goes by Camille and is played by Australian Alice Englert in the series, was before. "As key as discovering the way into Camille was the way into Valmont, that meant that you can understand his behaviour. The 8-episode first season of "Dangerous Liaisons" premieres on LIONSGATE+ on Sunday.

☆ Eric McCormack, Sean Hayes, RuPaul and other celebrities react to Leslie Jordan's death
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-24 | by ( Dan Heching | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —The unexpected passing of television star and social media darling Leslie Jordan has spurred a flood of heartfelt tributes. The actor died on Monday, his talent agent Sarabeth Schedeen told CNN in a statement. Jordan’s most recognizable credit was his time on “Will & Grace” as Beverley Leslie, a role he reprised throughout the show’s run, including its recent reboot. Co-star Eric McCormack posted two tributes to Jordan on his Instagram, with one showing showing the pair performing for the cameras on the show. “Crushed to learn about the loss of @thelesliejordan, the funniest and flirtiest southern gent I’ve ever known,” McCormack wrote in the caption.

LOS ANGELES — Rapper Coolio, known for hits including "Fantastic Voyage" and "Gangsta’s Paradise," has died at age 59, his manager confirmed Wednesday evening. Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics responded to the home around 4 p.m. for a death investigation, the department said. The Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office will officially release the identity, officials said. No foul play is suspected, a Los Angeles Police Department spokesperson said. Coolio was also known for hits including "Fantastic Voyage," "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin’ New)" and "C U When U Get There," among others.

☆ Coolio, ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ rapper, dies at 59
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-29 | by ( Diana Dasrath | Phil Helsel | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Rapper Coolio, known for hits including "Fantastic Voyage" and "Gangsta's Paradise," has died at age 59, his manager confirmed Wednesday evening. Coolio, whose real name was Artis Leon Ivey Jr., had a music career that spanned more than three decades. Coolio won a Grammy for "Gangsta's Paradise," which was released in 1995 and spent three weeks at the top of Billboard's Hot 100 list. Coolio was also known for hits including "Fantastic Voyage," "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" and "C U When U Get There," among others. He was nominated for five other Grammys, including for "Fantastic Voyage" and "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)."

☆ (video) Lista celor 100 cele mai frumoase femei din lume în 2020. Câștigătoarea este din Israel
▼ + stars: | 2021-01-03 | by ( Onixmedia Srl | ) diez.md time to read: 1 min

(video) Lista celor 100 cele mai frumoase femei din lume în 2020. Câștigătoarea este din IsraelLista criticilor independenți a desemnat topul celor 100 cele mai frumoase femei din lume. În listă se regăsesc actrițe, modele, cântărețe, dar și persoane publice din toate colțurile lumii. Anul acesta, locul întâi i-a fost oferit unei actrițe și modele din Israel. Yael Shelbia are 19 ani și în anii precedenți (2019 și 2018), a ocupat locul II în acest top.

Persons: Michelle Pfeiffer, Nicole Kidman, Sophie Marceau Locations: Israel, Yael, Moldova, România, Ucraina, China, Coreea, Japonia, Rusia

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