You're Going to Hellboy Jul 13, 2008
This top-secret facility houses such freaks of nature as Abe Sapien (Doug Jones), a water-dwelling fish/man with empathic powers, and Hellboy's girlfriend, Liz Sherman (Selma Blair), a pyro-kinetic woman who can burst into flames at will. These preternaturally gifted research subjects are smuggled out of the bureau to fight crimes by nightuntil the less-than-discreet Hellboy gives away the game by falling out a window into a crowd of waiting reporters. (Slate)
'Hellboy II': Red's Labyrinth, By Kurt Loder Jul 13, 2008
Hellboy (Ron Perlman, a lovable grump once again) is still employed at the secretive Bureau of Paranormal Research and Defense, alongside fiery Liz Sherman (Selma Blair) and fishy Abe Sapien (Doug Jones). He and Liz are having romantic difficulties, but those are put on hold when an alarm summons the team to a Manhattan auction house that has unwisely offered up for bids a remnant of an ancient crown of unknown provenance. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Hellboy Heats Up the Superhero Jul 13, 2008
") The movie's tone is often facetious, which keeps it from reaching the melancholy heights of Pan's Labyrinth. But its humor mixes with pathos, as when Hellboy and Abe, mooning over lost loves, duet on the '70s kitsch classic "Can't Smile Without You (Time.com)
What the heck? 'Hellboy II' is no work of art, but it's a hoot Jul 13, 2008
Universal Pictures photos Selma Blair is fire-girl Liz Sherman, Hellboy's love interest in "Hellboy II: The Golden Army." ... His only obstacle: Hellboy (Ron Perlman) and his paranormal pals, the pyrokinetic Liz (Selma Blair) and Abe (Doug Jones), the fish-man empath. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Foxy Yank gals Jul 8, 2008
Fans of the first foxy morons - played by Jane Turner and Gina Riley - will also be thrilled by actor Selma Blair's assurance that the comedy would not be "ruined" in translation ... Selma Blair and Molly Shannon in the US version of Kath i ... Also, Selma Blair is a typical Hollywood bimbo, she stated in an interview that although she put on a little weight to play Kim, she was afraid to gain more weight for the role - has she SEEN Gina Riley. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Playing It Cool Jul 8, 2008
SELMA BLAIR ENJOYS TEASING COSTUMED CO-STARS IN 'HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY'- New York Post ... SELMA Blair was one of the few stars of "Hellboy II: The Golden Army" who didn't have to wear extensive prosthetics and heavy makeup - and she was relentless in teasing the rest of the cast about it. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Dark horse director Jul 8, 2008
In this movie, the original cast returns Perlman as Hellboy, Selma Blair as pyrokinetic Liz Sherman, and Doug Jones as Abe Sapien, the aquatic empath. Together, they are part of the US governments secret organisation, the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense (BPRD). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Look at moi in America Jul 8, 2008
Molly Shannon and Selma Blair ... Kim, played by Selma Blair, is as annoying and self-centred as her Fountain Lakes counterpart. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Del Toro's devilish humor stokes 'Hellboy II' Jul 8, 2008
In this photo provided by Universal, Selma Blair and Ron Perlman star in " Hellboy II: The Golden Army." (AP Photo/Universal, Egon Endenyi) ... And, of course, Selma Blair is back as Liz, Hellboy's (literally) fiery girlfriend. (The Trentonian, NJ)
A helluva creative genius Jul 7, 2008
Moreover, the sequel, opening Friday, spends as much time exploring his thorny relationship with both fire-generating Liz Sherman (Selma Blair) and humanity itself (after being "outed" he becomes late-night comedy fodder) as it does following his latest mission to save the world from otherworldly forces bent on global destruction and domination. "The things I love the most in the first movie were the monsters and the intimate moments," del Toro explains to journalists at a Beverly Hills hotel. (Winnipeg Sun)
LAFF 08: The Poker House Jul 3, 2008
The film stars Jennifer Lawrence as Agnes, a smart and self-aware teenager who reluctantly presides over the decrepit abode where her addict-whore mother Sarah (Selma Blair) and two younger sisters Bee (Sophia Bairley) and Cammie (Chloe Moretz) live. Waking on the morning of the biggest game of her high school basketball career, Agnes goes through the motions of her daily routine, which means rousing whoever Sarah bedded the previous evening, rolling newspapers for Bee's local route, and... (IGN FilmForce)
Celebs go to great short lengths Jul 3, 2008
By Andrea Mandell,, USA TODAY Hair extensions. This summer, celebrities are stepping out with bobs that chop straight to the chin, proving less equals more. (USA Today -- Life)
US Kath & Kim star Selma Blair blasts critics Jul 2, 2008
US Kath tar Selma Blair blasts critics ... HOLLYWOOD star Selma Blair has revealed she is shocked by an Australian-led blogger backlash about her US version of Kath i. (NEWS.com.au)
Batman, Hellboy, Mulder bring blockbusters Jun 25, 2008
Starring: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, Luke Goss, Seth MacFarlaneDirector: Guillermo del ToroStory: When an ancient truce between humans and the invisible realm of the fantastic is broken, a ruthless elf prince (Goss) awakens an army of evil creatures. Its up to Hellboys Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense to travel between the surface world and the magical one to defeat the prince. (MSNBC -- News)
Agent 99 gets smart on fashion and fame Jun 25, 2008
And I also love Tilda Swinton, Cate Blanchett and Selma Blair, who is so fabulous. Any other Hollywood icons lurking in your closet. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Movie studios consider rentals on DVD release Jun 24, 2008
Actors Doug Jones (L), Ron Perlman and Selma Blair are shown in this undated publicity photo released to Reuters April 23, 2008 in a scene from Universal Studios upcoming film "Hellboy II: The Golden Army." Hollywood studios are considering renting films to cable television subscribers and Internet users on the same day they are released on DVD. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). LOS ANGELES, June 23 (Xinhua) -- In a move to restore the growth of one of their most lucrative businesses, Hollywood studios... (Xinhuanet, China)
US Kath & Kim get a better timeslot May 28, 2008
The switch in nights is a vote of confidence by NBC executives in Kath & Kim, set in Florida with American actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair cast in the roles made famous by Australians Jane Turner and Gina Riley. If Kath & Kim had remained on Tuesday nights, its lead-in would have been the US version of the reality TV series, The Biggest Loser, a solid rater but with a different built-in audience. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Rodney's take on fall lineups May 20, 2008
" Some shows that didn't: "1 vs. 100," "Bionic Woman," "Journeyman," "Las Vegas," "The Singing Bee," "Scrubs" (to ABC). What's new: Watch for a remake of "Knight Rider," an Australian import remake "Kath (starring Molly Shannon and Selma Blair), and a Christian Slater vehicle, "My Own Worst Enemy." There's also a new version of Robinson Crusoe set for Friday nights. A spinoff of "The Office" is planned for midseason. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
So, what's on? TV networks set schedules for '08-09 season May 17, 2008
New: Kath & Kim (Molly Shannon and Selma Blair in a remake of Australian comedy); Knight Rider (remake of the '80s favorite); My Own Worst Enemy ( Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde -inspired thriller with Christian Slater); Crusoe (adventure tale based on Robinson Crusoe ); The Philanthropist (billionaire playboy becomes do-gooder); top-secret spinoff of The Office ; Merlin (Merlin and King Arthur, the early years); Kings (epic period drama with Ian McShane); SNL Thursday Night Live, (sketches, etc. . (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Hot summer movies May 16, 2008
Doug Jones (from left), Ron Perlman (who stars as Hellboy) and Selma Blair appear in the motion picture Hellboy. Partners. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Kevin D. Thompson - TV Talk May 15, 2008
Fall TV Sneak Preview: CBS. Feeling rather bullish as America's "most watched network," CBS announced today that it's adding five new shows (two comedies, three dramas) to its new fall schedule. (The Palm Beach Post)
Summer Scene May 13, 2008
Starring: Ron Perlman and Selma Blair. With humanity growing cynical, the realm of fantasy is dying, so an Elfland prince attacks. (The Citizen - online, TX)
Fall TV Season May 13, 2008
Want The Scoop On All The New Fall Shows. Click On My Blog All Week. (The Palm Beach Post)
Reel Summer Fun May 11, 2008
There's no sign that Selma Blair gets naked in this one, the way she did in last year's "Feast of Love.". If you don't see this movie. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
NYCC 08: Hellboy II Golden at Con Apr 22, 2008
Del Toro walked out to thunderous applause and introduced his teammates, who he called "a bunch of cool motherf---ers." This group consisted of Ron Perlman (Hellboy), Selma Blair (Liz Sherman), Doug Jones (Abe Sapien), Luke Goss (Prince Nuada), creator Mike Mignola, and producer Mike Richardson. Of course, the loquacious del Toro dominated the panel, a situation the rest of the assembled talent seemed more than used to. (IGN FilmForce)
Comic Con crowd journeys into many realms Apr 21, 2008
A large crowd gathered to greet the forces behind Hellboy 2, including director Guillermo del Toro and stars Selma Blair and Ron Perlman ... A vision from Hellboy: Selma Blair, who stars in Hellboy 2: The Golden Army, is fearless in the face of one of the feature's creatures. (USA Today -- Life)
Kath and Kim sparks US hunt for Aussies Apr 15, 2008
NBC is banking on Kath & Kim to be a winner, with US actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair in the roles made famous in Australia by Jane Turner and Gina Riley. Kath & Kim will be the centrepiece of NBC's Tuesday night lineup when it debuts in America's autumn. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Continuereading Apr 15, 2008
Actor Forest Whitaker and U2 frontman Bono gave their second video reports/pleas from Africa, while celebs like Kobe Bryant, Selma Blair, Kyra Sedgwick, Rob Schneider and others lip-synched to the Monkees' 'I'm a Believer,' urging more donations. Seacrest announced midway through that the amount donated thus far had exceeded $60 million; Idol bosses said earlier this week that they're ultimately hoping to exceed the $100 million mark. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
NYCC 08: Hellboy II Burns Up New York : Guillermo del Toro, Mike Mignola and the... Apr 12, 2008
In addition to Mignola and del Toro (Pan's Labyrinth), stars Ron Perlman (Hellboy), Selma Blair (Liz Sherman), Doug Jones (Abe Sapien, among various other characters) and Luke Goss (Prince Nuada) will be in attendance to discuss Hellboy II: The Golden Army. Hitting theaters on July 11th, the film is described thusly by studio Universal: "With a signature blend of action, humor and character-based spectacle, the saga of the world's toughest, kitten-loving hero from Hell continues to unfold in... (IGN FilmForce)
Soft Spot for Spears Apr 8, 2008
" Ever. Tsk-tsk.) Other well, interesting, tidbits included Ellen DeGeneres "pretending" to be Oprah Winfrey, a cute "Get On Your Feet" comeback from pop princess Gloria Estefan and a very energetic music video featuring everyone from Emma "Baby Spice" Bunton, Dr. Phil, George Lo 00004000 pez, Kylie Minogue and Selma Blair. This year's show also gave our political candidates a chance to share their thoughts with the world, but it was a little one-sided. Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama... (Fox News)
Heroes and ER returning to US TV Apr 5, 2008
Actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair feature in the US version of Australian comedy Kath nd new drama My Own Worst Enemy will star Christian Slater. Golden Globe winner Ian McShane has signed up to star in new drama Kings. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
At NBC, Supersizing the Season Apr 4, 2008
NBC will try to break comedy into a new night Tuesday by slotting Kath and Kim, the story of a mother and daughter with big personalities and bad accents (Molly Shannon and Selma Blair will play the roles), after 90-minute episodes of The Biggest Loser. The idea of breaking the boundaries of the traditional season is not new. (New York Times)
Ben Silverman's Critique of Slate Apr 4, 2008
Regarding the lastan adaptation of a mother-daughter laugh-fest from AustraliaSilverman mentioned having put Selma Blair through "a Darryl Zanuck-type screen test," which struck me as odd. Though Zanuck, like many a mogul, viewed film of novice actors before offering them contracts, his most famous contribution to the casting process involved meeting would-be starlets on his couch 'round about 4 p.m. When I asked Silverman whether he meant that line as a joke about hooking up with his... (Slate)
Kath and Kim to be unleashed on America Apr 3, 2008
NBC revealed today the show, starring US actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair in the roles made famous by Jane Turner and Gina Riley, will be the centrepiece of the network's Tuesday night schedule ... "Kath Day (Molly Shannon) is the mum, a foxy, 40-something divorcee who finally has time for herself and her search for love. "Kim Day (Selma Blair) is the daughter, a princess recently separated from her husband who finds consolation in food. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
NYCC's IGN Theater Slate Apr 3, 2008
IGN: NYCC's IGN.com Theater Slate. NYCC's IGN.com Theater Slate. (IGN FilmForce)
Friday Night Lights to return in the fall Apr 3, 2008
Kath & Kim, a mother-and-daughter comedy adapted from an Australian hit and starring Molly Shannon and Selma Blair. Knight Rider, an updating of the 1980s action-fantasy about a man and his robotic car (reintroduced earlier this season as a TV film). (MSNBC -- News)
NBC Announces 2008-09 Schedule Apr 3, 2008
Her co-star, Selma Blair, wanted to be included in the project because she was a fan of the Australian version. NBC also wanted Ian McShane for its series Kings. (TVweek.com)
NBC announces its year-round TV schedule Apr 3, 2008
New shows also include My Own Worst Enemy, starring Christian Slater as a man with two identities, a suburban dad and a trained Jason Bourne-style killer; and Kath & Kim, an adaptation of an Australian hit comedy about a mom (Molly Shannon) and daughter (Selma Blair). Details of The Office spinoff, from the same creative team, are being kept under wraps, but it will include some cast members, premiere after the Super Bowl, and then follow The Office on Thursdays in February. (USA Today)
NBC's Gamble Apr 3, 2008
There's also an adaptation of the Australian hit "Kath & Kim," starring Molly Shannon and Selma Blair. NBC is also renewing several freshmen series with modest ratings for the fall, including "Lipstick Jungle," "Life" and "Chuck.". (New York Post -- Business)
Upcoming Comic Book Movies Mar 30, 2008
Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, and Doug Jones return as Hellboy, Liz Sherman, and Abe Sapien, top tier members in the BPRD (Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense). Batman: The Dark Knight: In the sequel to Batman Begins, Batman tangles with Joker, his arch nemesis, for the first time. (Suite101.com)
Fairytale of doom Mar 25, 2008
In addition to the original BPRD line-up of Hellboy (Ron Perlman), Liz Sherman (Selma Blair) and Abe Sapien (Doug Jones) is the strange Johann Kraus, a disembodied ectoplasmic spirit who can only maintain a tangible physical form by wearing a containment suit. This whole new angsty and pissed-off portrayal of fairy creatures is an idea that Del Toro is very much enamoured with. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Single Women: Wise UP! Feb 26, 2008
It is called The Sweetest Thing it stars Cameron Diaz ,Christina Applegate and Selma Blair. But in the dialogue they were talking about settling and the how the choices are very limited. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Second Cup Cafe: A Fine Frenzy Feb 24, 2008
Sudol has even grabbed the attention of actress Selma Blair, who told Interview Magazine that "her music is haunting.". By Melissa Castellanos MMVIII, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Waz Set Visit Feb 13, 2008
rd, Selma Blair, Melissa George and Ashley Walters, the film is a harrowing examination of the existence of altruism in nature, played against the backdrop of a series of seriously grisly double murders. The day's shoot takes place in an old mill house on the outskirts of the city centre, doubling for an abandoned New York warehouse in the film. (IGN FilmForce)
Infotainment Feb 10, 2008
Victoria and Selmanew york: Singer-model Victoria Beckham, (L), and actress Selma Blair attend the Marc Jacobs fall 2008 collection fashion show during Fashion Week. ap. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Kath & Kim set for US makeover Feb 9, 2008
Molly Shannon and Selma Blair will play the mother and daughter in the US version, with the three remaining leads still to be cast. Normally new shows film a pilot and then hawk it to studio executives, so the six-episode order shows the network's confidence. (The Age)
Fewer pilots prepare for takeoff Feb 9, 2008
Last week, the Peacock made good on NBC U chief Zucker's vow to sidestep the pilot process altogether on some projects by giving a six-seg order to the Universal Media Studios comedy "Kath and Kim." Laffer, starring Molly Shannon and Selma Blair, is based on an Australian series about a forty-ish mother and her self-absorbed daughter. Peacock has a handful of half-hours from Universal Media Studios that are on the priority list for quickly getting into shooting shape. (Variety)
Interview: Anna Walton Feb 8, 2008
Along with his expanding team in the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense ; pyrokinetic girlfriend Liz (Selma Blair), aquatic empath Abe (Doug Jones) and protoplasmic mystic Johann ; the BPRD will travel between the surface strata and the unseen magical one, where creatures of fantasy become corporeal ... Q: Selma Blair said that when she did the first one, Guillermo gave her a biography of her character, including examples of what kind of books her character would have in her backpack. (IGN FilmForce)
Interview: Selma Blair Feb 8, 2008
February 7, 2008 - IGN visited the Budapest set of Hellboy II: The Golden Army last year, during which time we got the chance to chat with actress Selma Blair who reprises her role as Liz Sherman in the Guillermo del Toro-directed sequel ... Along with his expanding team in the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense ; pyrokinetic girlfriend Liz (Selma Blair), aquatic empath Abe (Doug Jones) and protoplasmic mystic Johann ; the BPRD will travel between the surface strata and the unseen... (IGN FilmForce)
New DVDs: The Invasion, Damages Feb 8, 2008
Feast of Love Another ensemble led by Morgan Freeman, Greg Kinnear, Radha Mitchell and Selma Blair is featured in director Robert Bentons tale of love and heartache set at an Oregon coffee shop. Benton provides commentary, and the DVD has a couple of featurettes. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Hood couture turns dressing into disguise Feb 7, 2008
Now with Molly Shannon to star as Kath and Selma Blair as Kim, it will bypass the traditional test of the pilot episode and go straight to series with a six-episode order. "This hilarious new series exemplifies how we are changing the pilot process by ordering shows that we believe in and green-lighting them straight to series," the NBC Entertainment co-chairman, Ben Silverman, said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Kath & Kim tie up noice US deal Feb 7, 2008
So far only two actors are cast - Legally Blonde's Selma Blair as Kim and Saturday Night Live's Molly Shannon as Kath. The move means any new local series of Kath & Kim - there are no plans as yet - will be delayed, a disappointment to Channel 7. (Daily Telegraph)
NBC Orders Up 'Kath and Kim' Feb 7, 2008
The network recently announced it had completed casting of the two principals, with Molly Shannon playing the mom, and Selma Blair as the daughter. "This hilarious new series exemplifies how we are changing the pilot process by ordering shows that we believe in and green-lighting them straight to series," said Silverman, in a statement released by NBC today. (MediaWeek.com)
Noice one: Kath and Kim hit for six in US Feb 6, 2008
The US version of Kath and Kim, based on the popular Australian sitcom, will star well-known American actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair. The series is expected to begin shooting six weeks after the screenwriters' strike is resolved. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Kath & Kim get the green light Feb 6, 2008
Molly Shannon (Saturday Night Live, Marie Antoinette) and Selma Blair (Cruel Intentions, Hellboy) will play the mother and daughter in the US version, with the three remaining leads still to be cast. Normally new shows film a pilot and hawk it to studio executives, so the six-episode order is good news for the chances of success of the production. (The Age)
NBC picks up 'Kim' sans pilot Feb 6, 2008
"Kath stars Molly Shannon as Kath, a fortysomething divorcee, and Selma Blair as her self-absorbed daughter Kim.Direct-to-series pickups are rare these days but not unprecedented. Pilot-less series orders became more common in the mid-1990s as high-powered showrunners and stars stipulated series orders in their contracts. The practice died out by the end of the decade, however.Reveille and Universal Media Studios are behind "Kath which will be exec produced and written by Michelle Nader. Paul... (Variety)
'Hellboy II' Director Guillermo Del Toro Wants Sequel To Have Fantastical 'Wizard Of Oz' Feel Feb 1, 2008
Stars Selma Blair, Doug Jones also reveal details from the red-hot flick's Hungarian set ... Alongside pyrokinetic hottie Liz Sherman (Selma Blair), Mensa-eligible merman Abe Sapien (Doug Jones) and others, the big guy continues to do his best to battle the baddies and keep the war out of sight from our everyday existence. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Hints of a Kath & Kim movie Jan 26, 2008
After a lengthy search, Hollywood star Selma Blair will play hornbag Kim, opposite Saturday Night Live comedian Molly Shannon, who was cast last year in the rol 00004000 e of Kath. NBC, the network which picked up the American rights to the show 12 months ago, has had a tough time putting its version of Kath & Kim to air. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Company invites Cuban to dance Jan 24, 2008
The Hollywood actress Selma Blair has been cast to play Kim, the younger of the foxy morons, in the US version of Kath & Kim. The 35-year-old actress is set take on the role of the bratty daughter of Kath, who will be played by the comedienne Molly Shannon of Saturday Night Live in the NBC pilot of the sitcom. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Selma Blair to play US version of Kim Jan 24, 2008
HOLLYWOOD actress Selma Blair will have to quickly acquire a taste for commemorative snags after being cast in the US version of Kath ... Is Selma Blair meant to put on stacks of weight for this role, or is it just typical Hollywood and everybody on tv has to be thin. (NEWS.com.au)
Top 10 Geek Films of 2008 Jan 22, 2008
The story, partially penned by del Toro and still starring the brooding Ron Perlman and dark-eyed Selma Blair, leaves a lot of wiggle room for multi-eyed creatures pulled from the comic and del Toro's notebooks. The recent trailer also revealed larger, more impressive monsters and stunts and the same understated dialogue from Hellboy himself. (IGN FilmForce)
Fielder-Civil issues divorce threat? Jan 18, 2008
Mel B and Geri Halliwell, Selma Blair, Adele Silva, Tim Burton and Johnny Depp, Lindsay Lohan, and Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson. Soap Spoilers. (Digital Spy)
A jewel of a night Jan 18, 2008
Other celebs attending the affair included Blake Lively, Julia Stiles, Selma Blair, President Bush's daughter Barbara Bush, and Christy Turlington and husband, Edward Burns. Hip-hop help wanted: Job site seeks PA for VIP Want to be the hip-hop equivalent of Will McDonough, Tom Brady's right-hand man. (Boston Globe)
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Preview: 'Hellboy II'Starring: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair and David Hyde Pierce. Directed by Guillermo del Toro. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Filmstruck: Moviegoers are spoilt for choice this year Jan 4, 2008
Hellboy II: The Golden Army (July 10) picks up a year after the Demon Boy (Ron Perlman) and Liz (Selma Blair) become more than friends, as seen at the end of the 2004 movie. Theres no need to worry because Guillermo del Toro returns to direct the film and he has yet to disappoint, and he is sticking to Hellboy creator Mike Mignolas concept. (The Star Online, Malaysia)