John Kerry's Advice for Big Papi Apr 23, 2008
CASEY AFFLECK, Academy award-nominated actor (and brother of fellow fan Ben). "If you free a camel of the burden of his hump (or slump), he wouldn't be a camel anymore. Everybody just needs to relax. Papi always comes out on top. The fat lady ain't sung yet.". (Time.com)
Casey Affleck shines Apr 20, 2008
Casey AffleckPhoto: Nigel Parry ... In person, Casey Affleck seems even younger: shy, raw, carelessly frank and almost painfully self-deprecating ... Dominik says he chose Casey Affleck to play Robert Ford, who worships Jesse James as a hero long before he offers to be his right-hand man, because he sensed he understood what it was like to play second fiddle. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Ridley Scott is the Kind One Apr 18, 2008
Casey Affleck, who garnered rave reviews for his turn in The Assassination of Jesse James, has already signed up to star in the '30s-set drama, which revolves around an amnesiac who finds himself working for a mobster - a killer given the nickname "the Kind One" - and falling in love with the thug's girlfriend ... comRidley Scott will direct Casey Affleck in The Kind One He told the trade mag: "It's a world that Ridley has never touched before, so that's what drew him to the project.". (IGN FilmForce)
Susie Bright Apr 18, 2008
"I'm still waiting to fight over a parking space with Casey Affleck," he says. Next stop: the New Art Center in Newton, and on the way there Bright talks about her cameo in a 2005 episode of HBO's "Six Feet Under." It turns out that one of the writers on the show - Jill Soloway - is a fan of her writing and even contributed a short story to one of her anthologies. (Boston Globe)
Doc series inspires 4REAL Apr 15, 2008
With that path in mind, Vancouver native Guy and business partner Josh Thome came up with 4REAL. The series takes celebrities -- namely Diaz, Phoenix, Eva Mendes, Casey Affleck, Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Mos Def, K'naan and M.I.A. -- to challenged locales around the globe to meet with local leaders who are making big differences in unique ways ... "He rallied some of his peers and friends. He connected us to Cameron Diaz, and they're not even necessarily, quote-unquote, friends. They... (Winnipeg Sun)
Hollywood Awards Sets Pace for Awards Race Apr 15, 2008
"We are very excited to be having our twelfth annual festival and awards from October 22 to 27 at ArcLight Cinemas. Last year's festival and awards were one of the best yet, with our awards going to such Hollywood notables as Richard Gere, Marion Cotillard, John Travolta, Jennifer Connelly, Ellen Page, Casey Affleck, Ben Affleck, Marc Forster, Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, Diablo Cody, Christopher Hampton, Mark Isham, Stephen Goldblatt, Joe Hutshing, and Dante Ferretti among many other talented... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
The stars come down to earth Apr 14, 2008
Created by Guy and Josh Thome, it stars a number of celebrities (Joaquin Phoenix, Casey Affleck, Eva Mendes, Mos Def) who travel to remote locations to meet unsung (and usually young) heroes who are inspiring others to enact positive change in the face of adversity ... " Globetrotters Eight celebrities took part in the 4REAL documentary series, which connects them with young leaders facing pressing issues around the world. Here's who travelled where, and when the episodes air: April 14 Peru,... (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Arriving baby, arriving Apr 13, 2008
To up the ante, Affleck cast his little brother, Casey Affleck, in the film's leading role, playing Patrick Kenzie, the dogged private investigator who refuses to give up his search for the missing child. Affleck admits he was scared the first day he strode on to the set. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Casey Affleck steps out of Ben's shadow Apr 13, 2008
Casey Affleck steps out of Ben's shadow ... AFTER a decade in the shadow of famous brother Ben, Casey Affleck is stepping into the spotlight. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
This Week in Film: Thursday April 10th Apr 13, 2008
This frontier film features a fantastic performance by Casey Affleck as Robert Ford and intense score by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis. The screening begins tomorrow night at 7pm at Innis Town Hall, but come early. (blogTO)
Gone Baby Gone Apr 12, 2008
Casey Affleck, Morgan Freeman, Amy Ryan, Amy Madigan, Michelle Monaghan ... Drama MA 15+ 4 stars 2008 Casey Affleck, Morgan Freeman, Amy Ryan, Amy Madigan, Michelle Monaghan, Ben Affleck Ben Affleck, Aaron Stockard. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Ben Affleck is scared but excited by his directing debut Apr 11, 2008
Scary because, should it flop, the impressive cast -- brother Casey Affleck, Morgan Freeman, Ed Harris, Amy Madigan and Michelle Monaghan -- would have no one to blame but the man in the director's chair. If you don't like this movie, I'm the guy to see, I'm the guy to criticise,'' Affleck says with a shrug. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
'Twilight' Writer Stephenie Meyer Wants Matt Damon For 'Host' Movie, Discusses Her Rabid Fanbase Apr 10, 2008
Matt Damon has some very Jared-esque qualities, and then [I'd love to see] Casey Affleck as Ian and Ben Affleck as Kyle. Imagine the interplay. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Turning the tabloids Apr 4, 2008
Casey Affleck was getting rave notices for his role in The Assassination Of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford, culminating in a best-supporting-actor Oscar nomination, so the issue of nepotism was wiped out early on ... Director Ben Affleck Stars Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan, Amy Ryan, Amy Madigan, Ed Harris, Morgan Freeman Rated MA 15. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Bottom line on the bland and beautiful Mar 26, 2008
"I have believed many things, then later discovered I was 100 per cent wrong," reveals the American actor Casey Affleck. "He's very kind, generous and funny," says Reese Witherspoon, revealing hitherto unknown, and labyrinthine, qualities of the actor Jake Gyllenhaal. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Hollywood for Spitzer Gal? Mar 19, 2008
McCartney is now part of the celebrity team (along with Pamela Anderson, Casey Affleck, Alicia Silverstone, Forest Whitaker and others) that PETA is using to advance its causes. A new PETA poster that is promoting vegetarianism features the famed bass player from Liverpool and reads as follows: "Many years ago, I was fishing, and as I was reeling in the poor fish, I realized, I am killing him - all for the passing pleasure it brings me.' Something inside me clicked.". (Newsmax)
Affleck, Garner create their own political party Mar 17, 2008
On Saturday, Goldwyn hosted a screening of "The Last Kiss," the 2006 flick he directed that stars Zach Braff, Jacinda Barrett, Casey Affleck, and Rachel Bilson. Top cops meet at Jurys It used to be said that the safest place in Boston was J.J. Foley's because of all the off-duty police who would hang out at the South End bar. (Boston Globe)
Jack Nicholson Exclusive, Part Two: Actor Had Hoped To Have A 'Fun Talk' With Heath Ledger About The Joker Mar 5, 2008
I thought Casey Affleck was tremendous in ["The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford". We made a lot of good films in Hollywood this year. (VHI.com -- Music News)
'Love Boat' sets sail on DVD Mar 2, 2008
Brad Pitt got a career boost from "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford" but Casey Affleck got a once-in-a-lifetime role. As Ford, the 20-year-old who idolized James, he's so creepy you can't stop watching him. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Ben Affleck's Gone Baby Gone Mar 2, 2008
Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan Do Kenzie Gennaro Mysteries ... Ben Affleck directs his younger brother Casey Affleck as Patrick Kenzie, Michelle Monaghan as his partner and love interest Angie Gennaro, and a strong supporting cast featuring Ed Harris, Morgan Freeman and Amy Madigan ... The Surprise of Casey Affleck. (Suite101.com)
Getting a rush Mar 1, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Acting is like bungy jumping You want to get a rush'Photo: AP Photo. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Oscars in the wings: Nerves, tears and cheers just offstage Feb 26, 2008
Just then, supporting-actor nominee Casey Affleck rounded the corner, exclaiming, "Nervous?" Stewart immediately regained his composure, laughing, "No, no you?" And the two patted each other's shoulders as Affleck zipped away. The proof's in the printing. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Oscar party circuit Feb 26, 2008
My sense is that Hal Holbrook and Tom Wilkinson are stronger than Casey Affleck ... Casey Affleck ("The Assassination of Jesse James") 8/1 ... Casey Affleck took the fifth supporting actor slot. (Variety)
The Oaks Center for Cosmetic Dentistry: The Best Smile Award Goes To ... Feb 26, 2008
Cameron Diaz, James McAvoy, Cate Blanchett, Julie Christie, Viggo Mortensen, Casey Affleck, Javier Bardem, Laura Linney, all have winning smiles, but a little whitening would have changed the ordinary to extraordinary. Press Contact: LA: Cindy Rakowitz/RNR Public Relations 310. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cate misses out Feb 25, 2008
"Thank you so much,'' Cotillard, weeping on stage, said in her acceptance speech. Blanchett was considered an outside chance in the category for her performance in Elizabeth: The Golden Age. Earlier today, in a major upset, Blanchett missed out on the best supporting actress Oscar for her performance as Bob Dylan in I'm Not There. Tilda Swinton, for her role opposite George Clooney in the legal thriller Michael Clayton, was the shock winner. Javier Bardem became the first ever Spanish winner of... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Cate Blanchett misses out but Aussie Eva wins Feb 25, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Maarion Cotillard, Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Celebs' Freebies Feb 25, 2008
Also at Miramax: Casey Affleck, the Coens , and a surprise appearance by Sir Elton John. He told me he s rehearsed the song Harmony for his show tonight as a favor to this column. (Fox News)
Oscars 2008: Winners in full Feb 25, 2008
Best supporting actor Winner - Javier Bardem, No Country For Old Men Casey Affleck, The Assassination of Jesse James. Philip Seymour Hoffman, Charlie Wilson's War Hal Holbrook, Into the Wild Tom Wilkinson, Michael Clayton. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Night Before a smash success Feb 25, 2008
Oscar nominees making the rounds included Marion Cotillard, Tommy Lee Jones, Diablo Cody, Tilda Swinton, Julian Schnabel, Joel Coen, Casey Affleck, Jason Reitman and Tony Gilroy ... J.J. AbramsCasey AffleckPaul AllenJennifer AnistonChristina ApplegateTom ArnoldDavid Arquette eney CoxOren AvivWilliam BaldwinEric BanaJason BatemanWarren Beatty Kate Beckinsale Armyan BernsteinSteve BingOrlando BloomSteven BochcoPeter BogdanovichZach BraffJerry BruckheimerJames BurrowsJames CaanMark CantonKate... (Variety)
The Oscar goes to: In a lackluster year, 'Juno,' 'No Country' strong contenders for Hollywood's top prize Feb 24, 2008
Ignored for what I consider a perfectly good performance in "Gone Baby Gone," Casey Affleck is merely annoying as the Jesse James wannabe who inevitably turns on his idol. I couldn't get his resemblance to Frankie Muniz of "Malcolm in the Middle" out of my mind. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Many vying for Oscar glory Feb 24, 2008
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Will the Oscar go to "Blood," "Old Men" or? Feb 24, 2008
Casey Affleck stars in "Gone Baby Gone," directed by his brother, Ben Affleck. (Courtesy photo). (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Amid the darkness, gems shine bright Feb 23, 2008
His closest rivals are Casey Affleck (The Assassination Of Jesse James) and the veteran Hal Holbrook (Into The Wild), with no chance for Tom Wilkinson (Michael Clayton) and Philip Seymour Hoffman (Charlie Wilson's War). Likely winner Javier Bardem. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
4:52 pm -- Popcorn and milkshakes: One Boise writer's Oscar ... Feb 23, 2008
"This category, always filled with either queens or drama queens, looks the same as always. Somebody must watch these movies, but not me.I saw only two of these, and I hated "The Savages," which I found neither thought-provoking nor emotionally satisfying. It was nominated for Best Screenplay? Please, no. Laura Linney was fine, as was Philip Seymour Hoffman, but please dont make me watch this movie again. Ever.Ellen Page was so loveable in "Juno," thats shes my hopeful choice. I think her... (IdahoStatesman.com)
Online entry form: 2008 Oscar Contest Feb 23, 2008
Casey Affleck, "The Assassination of Jesse James". Javier Bardem, "No Country for Old Men". (Kansas City Star -- Entertainment)
Oscar scorecard Feb 23, 2008
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Oscar Forecast: "No Country" Will Dominate Feb 22, 2008
Best supporting actor nominee Javier Bardem as the inhuman killer Chigurh in scene from movie "No Country for Old Men" (AP) Nominees: Casey Affleck, "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford"; Javier Bardem, "No Country for Old Men"; Hal Holbrook, "Into the Wild"; Philip Seymour Hoffman, "Charlie Wilson's War"; Tom Wilkinson, "Michael Clayton.". LEMIRE: Oscar voters are going to have to call it - and they'll call it for Javier Bardem. (CBS News)
10 things to do this weekend Feb 22, 2008
Actors Casey Affleck, Joaquin Phoenix, Linda Cardellini and others are working to END DOGFIGHTING IN CHICAGO. The celebs have painted ceramic dog bowls that will be auctioned off at the Hotel Sofitel in a fundraiser for Spotlight Humane: Chicago. Feb. 23, 7 - 11 p.m. Tickets are $150. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Sweet and Sober Feb 22, 2008
Casey Affleck was here, too. I saw Jessica in the bathroom. (Fox News)
More: It's high time to give Oscars a face-lift. Feb 22, 2008
Casey Affleck - don't look so glum and above-it-all. There's an Amy Winehouse wig for you at the Foxy Lady Boutique on Mission Street. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Casey Affleck is teachers 3rd Oscar nominee Feb 22, 2008
Casey Affleck is teachers 3rd Oscar nominee - Oscars 2008- msnbc ... Casey Affleck is teachers 3rd Oscar nominee ... Lisa Poole / APGerry Speca says he enjoyed having all three of his most famous pupils as students, but he particularly liked watching Casey Affleck figure out whether acting was for him. (MSNBC -- News)
Newsweek: How to win the office Oscar pool Feb 22, 2008
Abandon all hope Casey Affleck and Tom Wilkenson. Best Supporting ActressYour guess is as good as mine. (MSNBC -- News)
'American Gangster' Only Got One Nomination, So Why Should You See It?: Oscar Honor Roll Feb 22, 2008
On Sunday, Oscar viewers might be wondering the same as they hear the nominated names of Viggo Mortensen, Ruby Dee, Casey Affleck, Julie Christie, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Ryan, Tommy Lee Jones, Marion Cotillard, Johnny Depp, Hal Holbrook and Cate Blanchett (twice. each attending for a film that received no other major nods. (VHI.com -- Music News)
STARS TO SIT PRETTY ON OSCAR'S BIG NIGHT Feb 21, 2008
STARS TO SIT PRETTY ON OSCAR'S BIG NIGHT - New York Post. Nicole, Depp, Cate, Forest, Javier. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Oscars, shmoscars Feb 21, 2008
I chose a sleeper pick with Boston s own Casey Affleck in The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford. Trish the Tricorne likes Hal Holbrook in Into the Wild. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Mr. Smithee's faves Feb 21, 2008
Who should win: Casey Affleck, "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford." I'll say it one more time: he's impeccable. Who will win: Javier Bardem, "No Country for Old Men." Actually, every nominee is worthy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Oscar Analysis: 'No Country' may sweep Oscar wins Feb 21, 2008
Best Actor in a Supporting RoleNominees: Casey Affleck ("The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford"), Javier Bardem ("No Country for Old Men"), Philip Seymour Hoffman ("Charlie Wilson's War"), Hal Holbrook ("Into the Wild"), Tom Wilkinson ("Michael Clayton"). Page 1 of 2. (Northeastern News, MA)
Fresno State grad works Oscar magic Feb 21, 2008
Casey Affleck, who is nominated for "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford," was only 4 years old when Christopher's first work was shown to the world. "Back then, the stars were Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant," Christopher says during a break from his work as the production designer for this year's Academy Awards telecast Sunday. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Goody's Oscar picks Feb 19, 2008
Casey Affleck, The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford. Javier Bardem, No Country for Old Men. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Amy Ryan Interview, Gone Baby Gone Feb 19, 2008
MoviesOnline: What about Casey Affleck what was it like working with him. A: He is incredibly talented and playful and relaxed and in a way that made everything much more loose and I loved working with him, he is funny and light, which helped because we were working with such dark subject matter. (MoviesOnline)
Handicapping the Oscars Feb 17, 2008
First-time nominees such as Ellen Page, Viggo Mortensen and Casey Affleck will walk the red carpet alongside Oscar veterans Tommy Lee Jones and Cate Blanchett, an acceptance speech crushed into a pocket or purse just in case ... Casey Affleck, "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford"; Javier Bardem, "No Country for Old Men"; Philip Seymour Hoffman, "Charlie Wilson's War"; Hal Holbrook, "Into the Wild"; Tom Wilkinson, "Michael Clayton.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
The People Have Spoken: Oscar Favorites Chosen In Survey From Blockbuster Feb 16, 2008
People's Picks for 2008 Academy Awards -- Complete Survey Results Best Motion Picture of the Year -- "No Country for Old Men" (20 percent) -- "Juno" (18 percent) -- "Atonement" (16 percent) -- "Michael Clayton" (14 percent) -- "There Will Be Blood" (10 percent) Best Actor in a Leading Role -- Johnny Depp in "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" (27 percent) -- George Clooney in "Michael Clayton" (24 percent) -- Daniel Day Lewis in "There Will Be Blood" (15 percent) -- Tommy Lee Jones... (PR Newswire)
New on DVD: Oscar nominees and old favorites Feb 15, 2008
Mystery: Casey Affleck plays a detective in his brother Ben's movie, Gone Baby Gone. Conversation guidelines: USA TODAY welcomes your thoughts, stories and information related to this article. (USA Today -- Life)
New DVDs: Gone Baby Gone, more Feb 15, 2008
Casey Affleck stars as private investigator Patrick Kenzie, who tries to find an abducted 4-year-old girl ... Gone Baby GoneBen Affleck makes an impressive directing debut with this dour yet captivating drama starring his brother, Casey Affleck, and featuring a breakout performance from veteran TV and stage performer Amy Ryan ... Casey Affleck plays a private detective drawn into the convoluted case of the missing daughter of a neglectful, drug-abusing woman (Ryan, who earned a... (MSNBC -- Movies)
An impressive directing debut Feb 15, 2008
Casey Affleck and Michelle Monaghan star in Gone Baby Gone, out this week on DVD. (Claire Folger / Miramax) ... Casey Affleck and Michelle Monaghan play lovers and business partners who are private investigators specializing in tracking down deadbeats. (ChronicleHerald.ca)
DVD review: Fascinating background to 'Gone' Feb 15, 2008
Casey Affleck plays a private detective in "Gone Baby Gone." ... Starring Ben's brother, Casey Affleck, and Michelle Monaghan as Patrick Kenzie and Angie Gennaro, private-eye partners who are also live-in lovers, "Gone Baby Gone" has a working-class atmosphere that at times recalls another Lehane adaptation: Clint Eastwood's 2003 "Mystic River." "Gone" is intentionally smaller-scale -- less of a grand achievement, but more intimate ... The film's biggest stars are its supporting players --... (CNN -- Showbiz)
Entertainment Feb 14, 2008
Brad Pitt and Casey Affleck deliver good performances, and the tension by the end of the film is palpable. by. (The Villanovan, PA)
Gone Baby Gone Film Review Feb 13, 2008
Fledgling director Affleck's movie stars brother Casey Affleck, Morgan Freeman, Ed Harris and the Oscar nominated Amy Ryan in an intense, atmospheric crime drama ... The story involves a private detective (Casey Affleck) hired to search for a missing child ... Similarly, Casey Affleck as the protagonist creates a character with a past, with his own demons to quash. (Suite101.com)
Oscar will love Bardems charismatic killer Feb 13, 2008
Casey Affleck in The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford. . (MSNBC -- News)
In Oscar's spotlight: 'Into the Wild' star Hal Holbrook Feb 11, 2008
His competition: Javier Bardem, No Country for Old Men; Casey Affleck, The Assassination of Jesse Jamesby the Coward Robert Ford; Tom Wilkinson, Michael Clayton; and Philip Seymour Hoffman, Charlie Wilson's War. Other awards attention: Nominations from Screen Actors Guild, Critics Choice and Chicago Film Critics. (USA Today -- Life)
Afflecks team up in 'Gone Baby Gone' Feb 10, 2008
Two investigators (brother Casey Affleck and Michelle Monaghan) check into the case and discover the pre-schooler's mother is a known drug addict; her future is decidedly bleak ... Casey Affleck -- so good in "The Assassination of Jesse James" -- solidifies his acting rep with this different, but equally intense, performance. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Buyer beware! Feb 10, 2008
But it is Casey Affleck who steals the awkwardly titled picture by playing the coward. Affleck also garnered the film's only Oscar nomination for acting. (Winnipeg Sun)
Affleck the One Feb 8, 2008
UK, February 6, 2008 - Casey Affleck finally stepped out of his older brother's shadow last year with superb turns in Gone Baby Gone and The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford ... Casey Affleck was creepily brilliant in Jesse James. (IGN FilmForce)
Disney's musical `Aristocats' nearly purr-fect on DVD Feb 8, 2008
The Assassination of Jesse James By the Coward Robert Ford'' (R) -- Brad Pitt and Academy Award nominee Casey Affleck (best supporting actor) star in a beautifully produced, well-acted and extremely understated tale of the desperado's final days and the antsy young upstart who finally seals his fate. Director Andrew Dominik pays meticulous attention to every detail, which gives the film a sense of style but also tends to slow the action to a near-glacial pace. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
New on DVD: A couple of 2007's better films Feb 8, 2008
As gang member Ford, Casey Affleck is up for a supporting Oscar ... That dirty little coward: Brad Pitt, left, trusts Casey Affleck in The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford. (USA Today -- Life)
