Hot. Hotter. Hottest! Aug 21, 2008
Old people Claire Danes and Ben Chaplin also star. Who else is coming. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
4-hour biopic Che coming to Toronto in two pieces Aug 15, 2008
Claire Danes, Ben Chaplin and Christian McKay also star. Zack and Miri Make a Porno (world premiere): Kevin Smith's controversial film sees pals and roommates Zack (Seth Rogen) and Miri (Elizabeth Banks) deciding to make a homegrown porn flick to pay the bills. (Toronto Star)
Complete list of Special Presentation titles Aug 14, 2008
Described as an ode to Orson Welles, this Richard Linklater film stars Christian McKay (as Welles) and heartthrobs Zac Efron, Claire Daines and Ben Chaplin. Like the 1967 Carl Reiner classic Enter Laughing, it deals with a young man's romance with the theatre and the disillusion that follows his landing a bit part in a Welles's production of Julius Caesar. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Eastwood's not coming, but look for Firth and Rogen Aug 14, 2008
Me and Orson Welles Described as an ode to Orson Welles, this Richard Linklater film stars Christian McKay (as Welles) and heartthrobs Zac Efron, Claire Daines and Ben Chaplin. Like the 1967 Carl Reiner classic Enter Laughing, it deals with a young man's romance with the theatre and the disillusion that follows his landing a bit part in a Welles's production of Julius Caesar. (Globe and Mail)
Stage Beauty on DVD May 31, 2008
The performances of Tom Wilkinson and Ben Chaplin bring the mentality of this century into focus. The result of combining powerful acting with an intriguing story is a satisfying film worth repeated viewings. (Suite101.com)
'Juno' creatively delivers on DVD this week Apr 13, 2008
A handyman (Ben Chaplin) discovers the secret while repairing the plumbing. He becomes the boy's biggest ally and helps him transport the creature to the loch. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
DVD reviews: 'Will Be Blood,' 'Walk Hard' Apr 11, 2008
This family film featuring Emily Watson, Ben Chaplin and Brian Cox centers on a boy in Scotland who finds an egg that hatches a cuddly reptile, which quickly grows into a colossal friendly beast and the most famous and elusive resident of Loch Ness. A two-disc DVD set and the Blu-ray high-definition release come with deleted scenes and half a dozen behind-the-scenes segments examining the myth of the Loch Ness monster, the effects that went into creating the beastie and how the story was... (MSNBC -- Movies)
Mac College theatre to present ‘The Retreat from Moscow' Feb 26, 2008
This static drama was presented at the Booth Theatre on Broadway in 2003 with John Lithgow, Eileen Atkins, and Ben Chaplin as the starring cast. McPherson senior theatre major Alex Tyler will star in the play as Jamie with his real-life parents, Rick and Karlene Tyler, as Edward and Alice. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Claire Danes joins Linklater film Feb 3, 2008
Ben Chaplin, Kelly Reilly, Eddie Marsan, Leo Bill, Imogen Poots and Aidan McArdle round out the cast. Marc Samuelson is producing for CinemaNX alongside Linklater and Ann Carli. (Variety)
Claire Danes tapped for "Orson Welles" Feb 1, 2008
They join Zac Efron and Ben Chaplin in the 1937-set movie, which centers on a high school student (Efron) who, while strolling the streets of New York, happens upon the yet-to-open Mercury Theatre and is noticed by its mercurial founder, Orson Welles. He lands a bit part in "Julius Caesar," the production that catapulted Welles to the top, and in the process learns about life and love. (Xinhuanet, China)
Zac Efron getting schooled in "Welles" Jan 18, 2008
Ben Chaplin ("The Water Horse") has been cast as English film and stage actor George Coulouris. The independently financed film is based on the novel by Robert Kaplow. (Reuters)
The Water Horse Jan 11, 2008
Emily Watson, Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin, David Morrissey, Brian Cox ... With the help of his younger sister (Priyanka Xi) and a friendly handyman (Ben Chaplin), he successfully conceals the existence of his new pet, which he names "Crusoe", and which grows by leaps and bounds into a kind of aquatic hippo with webbed feet and shiny grey skin, and then into the Loch Ness monster ... Drama Sci-Fi/Fantasy Kids and Family PG 2 stars 2007 Emily Watson, Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin, David Morrissey, Brian Cox. (The Age)
Local movie reviews 01-10-2008 Jan 11, 2008
Starring Emily Watson, Alex Etel, David Morrissey, Ben Chaplin. Synopsis: When Angus, a young Scottish boy, finds an enchanted egg, he takes it home and soon finds himself face-to-face with an amazing creature: the mythical water horse of Scottish lore. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Film: The Water Horse Jan 5, 2008
Emily Watson, Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin, David Morrissey, Brian Cox ... And to add to the intrigue, the house has a new odd-job man, played by Ben Chaplin, whose dark good looks and secretive manner provoke the suspicion that he's a spy ... 5 stars 2007 Emily Watson, Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin, David Morrissey, Brian Cox. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Alex Etel Wowed by His New Green Friend: 'The Water Horse' Jan 1, 2008
And with the help of the surly handy-man (Ben Chaplin), Angus finds Crusoe a new home in the loch, which also finds the two of them some troublesome adventures. Hollywood. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
This week at the movies Dec 29, 2007
Emily Watson and Ben Chaplin also star. Rated PG for some action/peril, mild language and brief smoking. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Mini movie reviews Dec 28, 2007
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'The Water Horse' has a share of magic Dec 25, 2007
Ben Chaplin smolders nicely as a scarred young handyman who's in on the secret, and there's a funny bit with a pair of villagers cooking up the famous Nessie image known as "the surgeon's photograph." ... Starring: Alex Etel, Emily Watson, Ben Chaplin, Priyanka Xi, Brian Cox, David Morrissey. (Boston Globe)
Whoa, Nessie Dec 25, 2007
Starring Alex Etel, Emily Watson and Ben Chaplin ... He's Lewis Mobray ("The Thin Red Line's" Ben Chaplin), a solitary soul hired by Angus' mother as a handyman. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Ho-hum 'Water Horse' lacks depth Dec 25, 2007
30-day news archives. " Sony Pictures 'The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep' 1/2 (fair to good)Starring: Alex Etel, Brian Cox and Emily WatsonRated PG: Some action/peril, mild language and brief smokingLocal theaters: Indian River 24, Nova, Cinema World 16, Oaks 10, Satellite Beach Cinemas, Avenue 16, Merritt Square 16, Searstown 10Running time: 105 minutes. It's hard to create a modern-day fairytale.Witness the efforts of the folks who made "The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep. (Florida Today)
Wary Ness Mess Dec 25, 2007
December 25, 2007 -- 'THE Water Horse" re tells the tale of that strangely antisocial archaic mutant figure often spotted in the vicinity of Loch Ness: the Scotsman. One wee li'l Scots boy finds an egg in Loch Ness in 1942, when daffy British officers are billeted in the area in case any Nazi submarines turn up. Out of the egg pops a slimy, toothy little creature with flippers that the boy feeds and calls Crusoe. "E.T."-style hijinks ensue: The thing flaps around in the bathtub, hides in the... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Water Horse gallops after kids Dec 25, 2007
Starring Emily Watson, Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin, David Morrissey, Priyanka Xi. Written by Robert Nelson Jacobs. (Toronto Star)
Charm, warmth rise from the deep in 'The Water Horse' Dec 24, 2007
When his mother (Emily Watson), the housekeeper of a grand estate, hires a handyman (a wonderful Ben Chaplin) to help with the chores, Angus takes him into his confidence, and the two keep an eye on Crusoe's playful antics. The fantastical creature, winningly created with seamless special effects, makes appealing sounds that sound like a blend between a baby cooing and an exuberant puppy. (USA Today)
CHRISTMAS MOVIES: Creature feature Dec 24, 2007
The creature grows so quickly that Angus is convinced by the new handyman (Ben Chaplin) that the creature needs to be set free in the nearest loch. The arrival of a group of soldiers assigned to guard the loch from German invasions creates a potentially deadly final showdown with the creature. (Fresno Bee)
The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep *** Dec 24, 2007
Starring Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin, Emily Watson ... Enter Mowbray (Ben Chaplin), a dark-haired fellow of few words and a single large scar bisecting his muscled back. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Sweet Water Horse may draw tears Dec 22, 2007
Starring: Emily Watson, Ben Chaplin, Alex Etel, David Morrissey, Geraldine BrophyDirector: Jay RussellRun time: 1 hour, 51 minutesMPAA rating: PG ... But as the creature eats and grows, it gets too big to splash about giddily in the bathtub, and must be moved to the more spacious loch nearby with the help of the familys handyman (Ben Chaplin). (MSNBC -- Movies)
'Water Horse' is family film Dec 22, 2007
But as the creature eats and grows, it gets too big to splash about giddily in the bathtub, and must be moved to the more spacious loch nearby with the help of the family's handyman (Ben Chaplin). Then the challenge is keeping it hidden from the British soldiers who have taken over the estate and used it as their base in hopes of blasting German submarines out of the water. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
The cinematic stretch run is upon us Nov 9, 2007
Emily Watson and Ben Chaplin back up Alex Etel and many effects. Top the year, maybe, with the new work of risk-loving Paul Thomas Anderson ( Boogie Nights ). (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Family films offer bees, chipmunks and magic Oct 20, 2007
Starring: Emily Watson, Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin, David Morrissey, Brian CoxDirector: Jay RussellStory: Angus (Etel) discovers an egg near a loch and befriends the creature that hatches, a mysterious water horse. At first he tries to keep the creature hidden from his mom (Watson). (MSNBC -- Movies)
The week's best films Oct 15, 2007
Lonely suburban bank clerk Ben Chaplin injects a little excitement into his life by ordering a Russian mail-order bride from the internet, and gets more than he bargained for. She turns out to be Nicole Kidman - low-key and convincing as Nadia - who speaks no English and brings disruptive cousin Mathieu Kassovitz and his friend Vincent Cassel in tow. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
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Tough viewing, both helpfully and distractingly lightened by the kids, including Tom Cavanagh and Ben Chaplin. Extras: Commentary by filmmaker Steve Stockman; group discussion guide. (Boston Globe)
MGM nabs MTV shows Apr 6, 2007
As for movies, MGM TV will launch foreign sales on two features: the comedy "Two Weeks," with Sally Field and Ben Chaplin, and biopic "The Flying Scotsman," with Jonny Lee Miller and Laura Fraser. Date in print: Thurs. (Variety)
Making (and remaking) history at London's National Theatre Mar 28, 2007
Angela Thorne as Rosamund Lehmann and Ben Chaplin as James Mossman in Nicholas Wright's "The Reporter." (John Haynes ). Making (and remaking) history at London's National Theatre. (International Herald Tribune)
Made in Maryland Mar 23, 2007
Starring Jennifer Jason Leigh, Albert Finney, Ben Chaplin and Maggie Smith. Wedding Crashers (2005)Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson prey on bridesmaids in this comedy, winding up at a high-society wedding at an estate. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
On balance, she's succeeding Mar 19, 2007
A You know, the cast was a group of really hilarious people -- Tom Cavanagh and Ben Chaplin and Glenn [Howerton] and Clea [ DuVall. That was kind of just there, and it was also in the script. (Boston Globe)
Waiting for the end in 'Two Weeks' Mar 16, 2007
Keith (Ben Chaplin ) is the Hollywood guy (what in the film industry does he do. and is meant to be quirky (he's a Buddhist). (Boston Globe -- Living)
Herrin boy lands spot in movie Mar 9, 2007
Reagan Johnson, then three years old, is pictured with his movie dad Ben Chaplin ... Two Weeks also stars Ben Chaplin, as Field s son. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
WEAK 'WEEKS' BLEAK Mar 2, 2007
She's arguably the most sympathetic of a clan that includes a Zen-spouting recovering alcoholic (Ben Chaplin), a callous businessman (Tom Cavanagh, reprising his tiresome boy-man act) and a younger brother (Glenn Howerton) with an obnoxious wife (Clea DuVall) whom everyone tries to ignore. As someone who's been through lingering deaths of a couple of loved ones not that long ago, it's clear without even reading the press notes that. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The Reporter Mar 1, 2007
James Mossman - Ben Chaplin Ray Ray - Bruce Alexander Louis - Chris New Robin Day - Paul Ritter Rosamond Lehmann - Angela Thorne Marko - Aleksandar Mikic Joan Marsden, Mrs. Rudge - Tilly Tremayne Daniel - Leo Bill Molly Mossman - Gillian Raine Harold Wilson - Patrick Brennan Cameraman - John Cummins Waiter - Angelo Paragoso ... In this case it's Mossman (Ben Chaplin) examining his own suicide note. (Variety)
Tortured geniusStaging the tragic life of BBC journalist James Mossman Feb 28, 2007
Ben Chaplin on playing James Mossman. Ben Chaplin, known for his roles in the TV comedy Game On and the war movie The Thin Red Line, plays the part of Mossman. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The Queen's pleased as Dame Helen triumphs Feb 27, 2007
Ben Chaplin gives a magnificent performance of shuttered politesse. Reader reviews. (This is London)
Theatre adapts classic Niven film Feb 16, 2007
Other performers announced for the National Theatre's upcoming season include Ralph Fiennes, Ben Chaplin, Anne-Marie Duff and Zoe Wannamaker. The theatre will stage five new plays, including one by Joe Penhall, whose Blue/Orange won the Olivier, Evening Standard and Critics' Circle awards for Best New Play in 2001. (BBC News)
Love on screen Feb 9, 2007
2: Love e" fits the bill with the cute romantic comedies "The Truth About Cats and Dogs," a film where Janeane Garofalo competes with Uma Thurman for Ben Chaplin (love is so unfair); the Drew Barrymore vehicle "Never Been Kissed" and Meg Ryan and Kevin Kline in "French Kiss. " Also included is Sandra Bullock in "Love Potion No. 9. (Buffalo News -- Entertainment)
No 'Other Man' but Chaplin for Eyre Feb 7, 2007
"I haven't settled on anyone yet," he says; but he is full of praise for Ben Chaplin, who he is directing in The Reporter at the National Theatre, and who also worked with him on Stage Beauty. Eyre describes him as "incredibly handsome and very talented". (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
How to make a scandalously good movie Jan 27, 2007
Ben Chaplin plays Mossman. "Nick's plays tend to be about real dead people," says Eyre. (Telegraph.co.uk)
'Nativity' takes on 'Casino Royale' Dec 1, 2006
The Lion also has recent pickup "Two Weeks," starring Sally Field, Ben Chaplin and Tom Cavanagh, opening over the frame. Standing in the way of the new releases will be holdover "Happy Feet," which has turned a flock of singing CG-animated penguins into B.O. behemoths this season and won the past two weekends. (Variety)
Out & About: Home is where the art is Nov 18, 2006
Actors John Lithgow, Eileen Atkins and Ben Chaplin starred in the recent Broadway production. In the York production, the actors are Joe Dominguez, Maureen Daley, and Jesiah Hammond. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Distrib Eurocine will paint Spain 'Black' Oct 27, 2006
Penelope Cruz, Ben Chaplin, Ralph Fiennes and Kristin Scott Thomas star. Closing last year's Cannes Festival, "Chromophobia" was sold by France's Quinta Communications. (Variety)
Gritty reality of the Brontes Jul 30, 2006
Jonathan Rhys Meyers, seen opposite Scarlett Johansson in Woody Allen's Match Point, plays Branwell, a failed artist who turned to alcohol and opium, while Ben Chaplin plays the Rev Arthur Bell Nicholls, who married Charlotte nine months before her death. Brian Cox, the veteran film actor currently appearing in Tom Stoppard's Rock 'N' Roll on the London stage, plays the family patriarch, the Irish-born Rev Patrick Bronte, who outlived all his offspring. (Guardian Unlimited)
The Big Interview: Megan Dodds Mar 31, 2006
In between television roles in the series Spooks and Love In A Cold Climate, Dodds has appeared in the West End several times, memorably with Madonna in Up For Grabs at Wyndhams in 2002, and last year in the Neil LaBute play This Is How It Goes at the Donmar with Idris Elba and Ben Chaplin. Sandwiched between the two Royal Court runs of My Name Is Rachel Corrie, This Is How It Goes was such a joy to do, particularly because she shared the stage with two co-stars. (London Theatre Guide)
