New DVDs: Gone Baby Gone, more Feb 15, 2008
A master chef (Catherine Zeta-Jones) who lives for work finds her orderly kitchen routines challenged by an uninhibited sous chef (Aaron Eckhart) and suddenly finds herself taking on maternal duties tending an orphaned niece (Abigail Breslin). The DVD and Blu-ray and HD DVD high-definition releases have an episode of the Food Network show Unwrapped that offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the movie. (MSNBC -- Movies)
An impressive directing debut Feb 15, 2008
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Aaron Eckhart co-star as rival chefs; she hates him as a rival, but inevitably theyre drawn together, thanks partly to the matchmaking of her sisters orphaned child (Abigail Breslin). Alas, the characters seem to feel more passion for food than for one another. (ChronicleHerald.ca)
Vivid Oscar outfits to add pizzazz to red carpet Feb 14, 2008
is uniting the artist and the muse, said Fox, citing such duos as Catherine Zeta-Jones and Versace or Renee Zellweger and Carolina Herrera ... Dressing the starsFor Catherine Zeta-Jones, she chose an elegant strapless column dress with lightning bolt beads, art deco detail and a dramatic slit up the side from Lebanese designer Ella Zahlan. (MSNBC -- News)
Strike: Tentative deal reached Feb 11, 2008
Catherine Zeta-Jones had been in talks to star in the film at one point, but contrary to other reports, never committed. Nicole Sperling. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Zeta-Jones voted world's most beautiful star Feb 1, 2008
Welsh actress Catherine Zeta-Jones has topped a list of the most beautiful women in the world ... Charlotte Newbert, of poll organizers Nephria Cosmetics, says, "Catherine Zeta-Jones is an ideal winner. She oozes style and grace and her natural beauty just shines through.". (WOKR13 Rochester)
'Miss Sunshine' star wants to be a vet Feb 1, 2008
" Breslin also starred as Mel Gibson's daughter Bo in 2002 film 'Signs', and has since acted alongside Catherine Zeta-Jones and Kate Hudson in movies including 'No Reservations' and 'Raising Helen'. She isn't the only child actor to already be thinking about a new career path. 'The Golden Compass' actress Dakota Blue Richards, 13, said that even though she starred in one of the most highly-anticipated book adaptations of last year, her heart lies elsewhere. Richards said, "Honestly, I don't see... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Gisele's a fan Jan 29, 2008
" People reported on its website over the weekend that Wood, Donnie Wahlberg, Jordan and Jonathan Knight, and Joey McIntyre were getting back together and that an official announcement was imminent. That came days after word that another Boston-based group, the Funky Bunch, were heading back into the studio and out on tour without their frontman, Donnie's kid brother Mark.Honors on tap for a Broadway legendIt will be a reunion of the Velmas when Catherine Zeta-Jones and Bebe Neuwirth honor Chita... (Boston Globe)
Celebrity Influences on Plastic Surgery Jan 28, 2008
Catherine Zeta-Jones, Demi Moore, Michelle Pfeiffer and Salma Hayek were also prominent. And, proving that cinematic beauty is eternal, there were numerous references to Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor, Catherine Deneuve and Greta Garbo. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Movie musicals rule again Jan 24, 2008
And besides, many of us still dream of stepping into the shoes of Catherine Zeta-Jones or Jennifer Hudson to razzle and dazzle. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is showing nationwide from today onwards; Mama Mia. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
All that jazz and more Jan 17, 2008
The film, which starred Renee Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Richard Gere in the lead roles, was a huge box office success and went on to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. A satire of society s glamorization of criminals, Chicago takes place in the Prohibition-era Windy City and revolves around chorus girl Roxie Hart, who kills her lover and ends up in jail alongside fellow murderess and vaudevillian Velma Kelly. (Scranton Times, PA)
Myriad draws up first pic from 407 Jan 16, 2008
Financing, production and worldwide sales outfit Myriad's upcoming projects include Dario Argento's "The Mother of Tears" and Gillian Armstrong's "Death Defying Acts," starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Guy Pearce. Links posted in this story. (Variety)
PARADE's Year-End Poll Of Pop Culture People and Events Jan 8, 2008
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Aaron Eckhart in No Reservations -- 21. Harry Potter and Cho Chang in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix -- 19. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
America's Sweethearts Jan 4, 2008
Anyone passionately interested in the affairs of Catherine Zeta-Jones - and who isn't ... Anyone passionately interested in the affairs of Catherine Zeta-Jones - and who isn't. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Lost in showbiz Jan 4, 2008
Back to the main show, as Posh and Becks are out at 20-1, with Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas well-priced at 50-1, though the stereotype-mindful punter might judge that the combination of a forensically detailed prenuptial agreement and Michael's hastening dotage makes the marriage Hollywood's Most Likely to Succeed. It's 100-1 bar those. (Guardian Unlimited)
Saoirse Ronan a Young Actress to Watch Jan 3, 2008
In 2008, she'll appear with Bill Murray in the action-fantasy "City of Ember" and star as a con artist in "Death Defying Acts" alongside Catherine Zeta-Jones. She also has the lead role in Peter Jackson's film version of "The Lovely Bones" _ another book she hasn't read because of the mature content. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Stage is set for a theatrical performance Jan 1, 2008
Gillian Armstrong's Death Defying Acts combines Hollywood glamour and old magic with Catherine Zeta-Jones starring alongside Guy Pearce as escape artist Harry Houdini. Chinese-Australian co-production Children of Huang Shi has a high-profile cast in Jonathan Rhys-Meyers, Radha Mitchell and Chow Yun-Fat, as does Hey Hey It's Esther Blueberger with Toni Collette and Keisha Castle-Hughes from Whale Rider. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
A Look back at the Bay Area's best in arts and entertainment Dec 31, 2007
An annual favorite leads off the Screens section: LaSalle's countdown of the 10 worst movies of the year, which proves that even Oscar winners (Jane Fonda, Robin Williams, Catherine Zeta-Jones) aren't immune to making turkeys. The story is on Page 20. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Hit me with your best shots Dec 30, 2007
Gillian Armstrong's Death-Defying Acts, a big UK-Australia co-production with Guy Pearce as the escape artist Harry Houdini and Catherine Zeta-Jones as a supposed psychic, comes out the following month. The Black Balloon, selected last week for the Berlin Film Festival, comes out in March; Elissa Down directs Toni Collette and model Gemma Ward in a film about a teenage boy's resentment of his autistic brother. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
'Batman' producer sued; Dec 27, 2007
In his heyday, Peters was romantically linked to some of the world's most glamorous women, including Barbra Streisand, "Batman" star Kim Basinger, Pamela Anderson, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Swedish supermodel Vendela. Warren Beatty's character in "Shampoo" was said to be inspired by Peters. (Los Angeles Times)
Stars flock to exotic climes over the festive season... Dec 25, 2007
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas ... CATHERINE ZETA-JONES flies in her entire family from Mumbles, Wales, for a sunny Christmas in Bermuda. (The Drudge Report)
Gina Gershon steals the show, and that's not just lip service Dec 22, 2007
Catherine Zeta-Jones has it. Then there's Gina Gershon. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Top to Bottom: The Year's Best and Worst Films Dec 20, 2007
Just as Ratatouille made you want to eat food prepared by a five-star restaurant, No Reservations--about an anal top chef (Catherine Zeta-Jones) who falls for a renegade chef (Aaron Eckhart)--makes you want to order pizza at home and watch reruns of Scrubs. No delicacies here, as these two crazy chefs try to make a go of it in the romance department. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Oscar winner Michael Douglas introduces newscast Dec 19, 2007
Douglas, who is married to Welsh actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, earned an Oscar as best actor for his role as the ruthless tycoon Gordon Gekko in the 1986 film "Wall Street," whose most memorable line was, "Greed is good.". He also famously co-starred opposite Sharon Stone in "Basic Instinct," Kathleen Turner in "Romancing the Stone" and Glenn Close in "Fatal Attraction." His father is screen legend Kirk Douglas. (Reuters)
Is John C. Reilly a leading man? Heck yes Dec 18, 2007
The film also starred Richard Gere, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Queen Latifah, so it was easy for Reilly to get lost amid the neon names. But he not only held his ground, he earned an Oscar nomination for best actor in a supporting role. (MSNBC -- News)
* Johnny Neihu's Mailbag Dec 15, 2007
In Entrapment II: Take the Plunge, Sean Connery will illegally BASE jump from the Taipei 101 observation deck onto a nude Catherine Zeta-Jones on a parking garage roof. That'll educate the English. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Albert Square may look convincing enough on your old TV set ... Dec 12, 2007
George Clooney, Anna Kournikova, Eva Longoria, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Ben Affleck and Halle Berry, however, have been hailed as "high-def honeys". Indeed, at times it seems the new technology is little more than an excuse for celebrity baiting. (Guardian Unlimited)
Greek gods behaving badly, preparing for TV comedy series Dec 9, 2007
("Catherine Zeta-Jones is the goddess of love. Coming soon to a theater near you!"). No surprise, then, when it was announced last month that Ben Stiller has optioned the novel to develop a comedy series for TV. "Gods Behaving Badly" isn't a perfect book, but its best qualities ---- light comedy and sexy deities ---- might be perfect for prime-time TV.. (North County Times)
Myriad pacts with Studio 407 Dec 5, 2007
Myriad's credits include Dario Argento's "The Mother of Tears"; Gillian Armstrong's upcoming "Death Defying Acts," starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Guy Pearce; and the upcoming "All Hat." All three films unspooled at this year's Toronto Film Festival. Studio 407 is repped by Original Artists. (Variety)
Thanks for the ceremonies Nov 26, 2007
Hell, he even convinced voters to let Catherine Zeta-Jones actually win one (Best Supporting Actress, for Chicago, in 2002). Weinstein's a bit quieter these days, but at this time of year he used to make sure every single voter of every single awards body had seen his film contenders, tracking down addresses and biking out VHSs and later DVDs to remote corners of the world so that elderly Polish cinematographers and Italian set designers could cast rheumy eyes over The Cider House Rules. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
The Bloody Best Nov 25, 2007
The Coens struck out with "Intolerable Cruelty," starring George Clooney and Catherine Zeta-Jones," and "The Ladykillers," with Tom Hanks. The brothers write their screenplays together, alternating their names on the credits, but Joel almost always has sole director credit. However, actors have said Ethan takes on some directing responsibilities. He and Joel are listed as co-directors on "No Country for Old Men. " The brothers have only one laptop in the room where they work. Ethan is the one at... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Report--Catherine Zeta-Jones Quits 'Nine' Movie Nov 24, 2007
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Mouth-Watering Movies Nov 23, 2007
That film was remade and renamed for U.S. release in 2007 under the title "No Reservations," starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Aaron Eckhart. The oldest movie on the list, "Tampopo," was released in 1985. (CBS News)
Zeta-Jones drops out of movie Nov 21, 2007
20, 2007 06:46 AM Catherine Zeta-Jones dropped out of her latest movie, after the director refused to make her the leading female star. The Oscar-winning 'Chicago' actress was due to play Claudia - the muse of film director Guido Contini in 'Nine' the movie adaptation of the Broadway musical - but pulled out after director Rob Marshall allegedly refused to make her role bigger. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Strike delays 'Shantaram,' 'Nine' Nov 20, 2007
Catherine Zeta-Jones, who had been in talks to play one of the lead roles, dropped out of the movie, but the postponement was unrelated to her exit. Links posted in this story. (Variety)
Soprano family values Nov 20, 2007
You can subtract Catherine Zeta-Jones from "Nine." The strong-willed actress won't be in t.. When you visit The Tombs, you can see the spot where the prison facility was once named af. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Javier Bardem a lover and a fighter Nov 19, 2007
Your local news source :: Select a community or newspaper. Cindy Pearlman Centerstage Entertainment Columnists. (Chicago Sun-Times)
Made In Mexico Nov 18, 2007
"The Mask of Zorro" (1998): The 19th century California setting that competes so capably with its decorative stars, Antonio Banderas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, is fabricated from Mexico's colonial heartland in the high desert of the Sierra Madre Oriental. Other locations include San Carlos Bay near Guaymas (Sonora), Atotonilco de Tula (Hidalgo), Durango and L;pez Mateos (Tlaxcala). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Lead actress cheat sheet Nov 17, 2007
( "La Vie en rose ) Her performance as Edith Piaf has earned four best actress awards from various film festivals. In her native France, she has received three Cesar Awards and won one for supporting actress for A Very Long Engagement. One of her next roles is in Rob Marshalls film adaptation of the musical Nine, co-starring Sophia Loren, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. Jodie Foster ( "The Brave One ) Received her first Oscar nom at age 14 (Taxi Driver) and later... (Variety)
Coen brothers keep it real Nov 16, 2007
Their former Circle Releasing producer, Jacks, gave them a three-week rewrite on the Universal romantic comedy "Intolerable Cruelty." After a parade of helmers, including Michael Caton-Jones, Jonathan Demme and Ron Howard, flirted with the project, Howard's producing partner Brian Grazer persuaded the Coens to direct the movie themselves, with George Clooney and Catherine Zeta-Jones starring. It's the only time the Coens have ever made a studio formula picture, with stars who got paid their... (Variety)
Stars on the menu Nov 14, 2007
Also recently feasting at Radius were Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, who came to town in September for the AARP convention. Meredith Goldstein's column on going out runs on Wednesdays. (Boston Globe)
Zeta-Jones: 'I'm scared of being skinny' Nov 2, 2007
Actress Catherine Zeta-Jones poses backstage during the 11th Annual Hollywood Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 22, 2007 in Los Angeles, California. (Charley Gallay, Getty Images). (FOX23.com, OK)
Brad just ain't box-office Nov 1, 2007
"Brad and Angelina: At breaking point over 'other man'"; "The truth about Jennifer [Aniston] and Orlando [Bloom]"; "How Catherine Zeta-Jones lost a stone" - these are just a cursory sample of coverlines from this week's output. The veracity or otherwise of any of these stories is not the point. (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
Zeta-Jones denies anorexia Oct 30, 2007
Catherine Zeta-Jones denies she is anorexic ... Catherine Zeta-Jones denies she is anorexic ... 29, 2007 08:45 AM Catherine Zeta-Jones denies she is anorexic, saying her slimmer figure is down to a healthy diet and exercise. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Douglas focused on family Oct 29, 2007
Palm Beach Post - News from The Associated Press. Oct 28, 12:35 PM EDT. (The Palm Beach Post)
Michael Douglas slows down to play new role -- family man Oct 29, 2007
Great Day - Great Deals. Vargos gift cards are sold out. (KHOU.com, TX)
Shadow appears on iPhone trail Oct 29, 2007
Its tagline, "Get more," was delivered by celebrity spokeswoman Catherine Zeta-Jones. Last year, the company began to change its focus when it kicked off an ad campaign called "Stick Together" that emphasizes people's relationships. (Seattle Times)
Simply Red: Splitting up is never easy Oct 28, 2007
His own love life has been colourful, including romances with such beauties as Catherine Zeta-Jones, Martine McCutcheon and Helena Christensen. In recent years, Hucknall has settled down with partner Gabriella Wesberry. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Katie Holmes devastated Oct 27, 2007
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Frozen Florian Homm Funds Hit by Deception of Investors Lured to Majorca Oct 27, 2007
Actors Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas have a home on the island. Poet Robert Graves, composer Frederic Chopin and writer George Sand have all lived there. (Bloomberg)
Now Playing: Mini movie reviews Oct 26, 2007
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Immigration timebomb: Lies that created a soaring population Oct 22, 2007
But as Catherine Zeta-Jones arrived at a party revealing a newly lean physique, the actress appeared to have had a change of heart. Gina Mathesons severe reaction to the oral contraceptive pill at first gave her thumping headaches and blurred vision. (Daily Mail)
Return to Indy's youth Oct 20, 2007
Looking back too, the show was a gathering point for an impressive amount of talent, both on-screen and off, with actors such as Max von Sydow, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Daniel Craig passing through its stories and directors such as Mike Newell working with writers like Frank Darabont. But the ratings revealed that the show was more respected than loved. (Los Angeles Times)
Say goodbye to Hollywood, baby Oct 17, 2007
Of those releases centred on a female star, only one, No Reservations, starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, finished inside the top 50 at the box office, earning $US42. 5 million. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Celebrity Circuit Oct 17, 2007
The Latest Photos, Russell Crowe In Rome, Jodie Foster In Japan, Plus Catherine Zeta-Jones, Halle Berry And Scarlett Johanssen - The ShowBuzz. ET. (CBS News)
The feel-good movie blurb of the year Oct 17, 2007
Ads for "No Reservations," a romantic comedy starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, for example, carried blurbs from critics identified as reviewers for ABC and Fox. Critic Jim Ferguson ("ABC TV") called it, "The feel-good romance of the summer." Shawn Edwards ("Fox TV") rhapsodized that it was "the most delightful movie of the year.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Zeta-Jones scared to wear jewelry Oct 10, 2007
9, 2007 08:50 AM Catherine Zeta-Jones is scared to wear expensive jewelry in case she loses it. The Oscar-winning actress, who is married to Hollywood actor Michael Douglas, says her mother-in-law, Diana, has warned her she must only wear things she is prepared to lose. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Restaurant introduces ‘dry aging’ for steak Oct 10, 2007
The golf-themed Kevin Costner film Tin Cup was filmed on the grounds, and actors Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones were guests while Traffic was being filmed in Nogales. The Air Force One chopper landed in a cow pasture when President Gerald Ford met with Mexican President Luis Eccheveria on the property in 1974. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Douglas has armpit phobia Oct 9, 2007
The Oscar-winning star, who is married to actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, claims his fears surfaced when he taught water-skiing during a summer break from school. Michael is quoted by Britain's The Sun newspaper as saying, "This is kind of silly, but I was just 16 and I just never thought women had hair under their arms. "One summer I had this eastern European woman. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Fake Celebs, Real Possibilities Oct 8, 2007
Monday, October 08, 2007 Last Update: 06:25 AM EDT NYC Weather:68. SIR CRANKS OUT FILMS AND DELIGHTS IN BRIDE. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Baby robot that can walk, talk and feel Oct 7, 2007
Unlike the rest of us, Catherine Zeta-Jones actually appears to have improved with age. lect. (Yahoo News -- Robots and Robotics)
Still Playing Oct 7, 2007
Starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, Aaron Eckhart, Abigail Breslin, Bob Balaban, Patricia Clarkson. Directed by Scott Hicks. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Stars comeback vehicles click with viewers Oct 6, 2007
MANILA, PhilippinesEstablished film stars like Jodie Foster and Catherine Zeta-Jones have opted to step away from Hollywoods hectic stellar rat race ... For her part, Catherine Zeta-Jones plays a top chef in No Reservations, which can be seen as coming from the opposite direction as Fosters starrer. (Inquirer.net)
Heavy smokers 'need more help to quit' Oct 6, 2007
Unlike the rest of us, Catherine Zeta-Jones actually appears to have improved with age ... Unlike the rest of us, Catherine Zeta-Jones actually appears to have improved with age. (Daily Mail)
Douglas digs for comic gold Sep 28, 2007
Also a best-picture Oscar winner for producing 1975's indie sensation "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," Douglas still jumps into roles that really grab him but finds the urge to work constantly has diminished since his 2000 marriage to Catherine Zeta-Jones, with whom he has a young son and daughter. "It's funny how your priorities change, and mine definitely have since getting married and starting the family," Douglas, 63, said in an interview at the Toronto International Film Festival, where... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Chicago in Malaysia Sep 28, 2007
The award-winning Hollywood film adaptation in 2002 starred Catherine Zeta-Jones, Renee Zellweger and Richard Gere. Chicago the Musical is presented by CIMB Bank, while Westin Kuala Lumpur and The Sheraton Imperial are the shows official hotels. (The Star Online, Malaysia)